Secondary Section Faculty

Email Address: emmanuel.niyibizi@kicsnet.org

For the last 18 years I have grown and developed as a French and Humanities Teacher, Middle school Vice Principal, Coordinator of teaching and learning innovations and currently as a Head of Secondary. I am passionate about learning and teaching, curriculum development, and transformational leadership. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Education/Teaching French as a Foreign Language from Université de Stendhal, Grenoble, France, and a Master’s Degree in Applied Linguistics from Université Blaise Pascal, Clermont-Ferrand, France. I have taught in a number of programs including IB PYP, MYP, IB DP, IGCSE, and IMYC. I am an American citizen with roots and origin in the beautiful country of thousand hills, Rwanda, and grew up in Uganda and the DRC. I have lived, worked, or attended training in Uganda, France, USA, Rwanda, DRC, Italy, UK, Canada, Martinique, Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Ethiopia, UAE, Egypt, and Sudan. I enjoy walking, hiking, reading, spending time with my family, and gardening.

Email Address: linda.round@kicsnet.org

I was born and educated in the UK, gaining BSc (Jt Hons) in Biology and Education, plus a PGCE in Biology and General Science from the University of Keele. I started teaching in Coventry, UK in a large inner city comprehensive school in 1984, where I remained for 9 years, got married and had three children. In 1993, our family started its international journey in Geneva, Switzerland. We then moved on to Aleppo, Syria and then to Muscat, Oman. In 2000, we headed off to Jakarta, Indonesia, remaining there for 15 years, allowing our children to graduate from JIS and successfully complete the IB Diploma. I have been teaching IB Biology since 1995, I am an assistant examiner, senior moderator for Internal Assessment and IB workshop leader. In Jakarta, in addition to my teaching responsibilities, I was Head of Science and Varsity Swim Team coach. My most recent post before joining KICS in August 2017 was as Head of Science in Frankfurt. I enjoy walking, swimming and cooking.

Email Address: pat.clifford@kicsnet.org

I have been part of and involved with KICS since the very beginning when plans to build an IB school were still on the drawing board. I have been in Sudan since 1984 when the Netherlands Foreign Service posted me at its Embassy here. I met my Italian/Greek husband in Khartoum. We have 2 wonderful boys – young men now! – who grew up in Khartoum and graduated from KICS with the IB Diploma in their pockets. In fact, my older son was in the very first cohort to graduate. The first years of the KICS story were very exciting and they both look back with many fond memories to their time at KICS. I have seen it grow from a construction site to a beautiful campus with many facilities and am proud to be part of its history. I love the school and my work here. As Office Manager of the Secondary Section, I have a very busy job. There is never a dull moment for sure! Outside of school I run exercise classes, offering Yogalates and Step classes.

Email Address: nancy.loga@kicsnet.org

I was born and raised in Khartoum Sudan, completing my higher education in the UK with a BEng (Hons) degree in Civil Engineering. I am married and blessed with two boys who have been at KICS since their crèche years (my eldest is now in his last year of the IB DP Programme and my youngest is in Y11). We consider KICS our second home since we spend the majority of our day at school. I joined the KICS family in 2008 as PA to the Principal and extremely grateful for all the opportunities it has provided.

Email Address: kennedy.bwanga@kicsnet.org

My name is Kennedy Bwanga from Kenya. I have worked in Ethiopia, China and India. My first degree is from the University of Nairobi and second degree is from university of South Africa. I have a PGCE from university of Southern Queensland, Australia and I am currently working on my Master of Education degree from university of Bath, UK. I am an IB Diploma examiner for Design Technology, Workshop leader for TOK and ITGS. I am also a site visitor for IB, (Team Member). I will be joining KICS with my family- wife and son. Besides playing and watching soccer, I do enjoy travelling and visiting different parts of the world with my family.

Email Address: nalumino.mundia@kicsnet.org

Hailing from Barotseland in western Zambia, I have been a music educator for 21 years teaching music to children from age 2 the joys of music making. I worked in Zambia, Botswana, Kenya, South Africa, Ghana and Germany in different capacities ranging from being general music teacher, piano tutor, accompanist, artist in residence and more. I have also worked for Yamaha Music in the Seychelles. I play several musical instruments (piano, woodwinds, drums set), I am a compsoer/arranger and have written school musicals and scored several films. I believe that every child should access music and arts education. I am sport, and of course artsy. Culinary explorations are my delight. Travel is part of my DNA. I am overjoyed to move to The Sudan on this new adventure.

Email Address: lawrence.espinosa@kicsnet.org

I am from the Philippines, Pinoy Pride! I am excited to share with the KICS community the passion I have for theatre. I am accompanied by my wife Annette and son, Thor. May the force be with you!

Email Address: erin.chan@kicsnet.org

Hi, I'm Erin! I was born and raised in Colorado, USA. I have a degree in Fine Arts and K12 Art Education from Colorado State University. After college, I spent some time learning Spanish and teaching English in Guatemala and Peru. I then taught high school art for 8 years in the Denver metro area and after taking a couple years off to start our family, I am very excited to get back to the art classroom. I personally love mixed media, printmaking, painting, ceramics and photography. Professionally, I have also illustrated a children's book as well as had my own photography business. When not in the art room or with my family, I love building relationships, traveling, gardening, hiking and volunteering. This is my first international teaching assignment and my husband, young daughter and I are so excited to join the KICS community!

Email Address: john.benson@kicsnet.org

My name is John Benson. Originally from the UK, I qualified as a teacher there over 20 years ago. I returned to post-graduate education twice to do MA's in Spanish and Latin American Studies, and Educational Leadership and Management. After an initial 5 years teaching in London, I embarked on my International Education journey. This has so far brought to places as diverse as China, Jordan, Peru and Brazil, mainly in IB and IGCSE schools. I very much look forward to continuing that journey here in Sudan, a country I visited as a tourist back in 2012. My main memory from that visit is of the incredible hospitality I received from the Sudanese people. Outside of education, I have a wide-range of interests from sports (cycling, swimming, hiking, yoga) to more sedate pastimes like reading and watching Netflix offerings from all over the world. All of this I am able to do while continuing to have the immense privilege to travel the world.

Email Address: dorothy.brown@kicsnet.org

My name is Dorothy Brown and I have been on my educational journey for twenty-four years now. I received my Bachelor of Arts from Belhaven College in Jackson, Mississippi and then began my teaching career outside of Houston, Texas. After raising three boys, I decided to start my international teaching career. I taught in the United Arab Emirates for five years and in Kazakhstan for two years. I am delighted to further my journey in Sudan and look forward to the many new ideas my students will share with me. When I am not teaching, I love to travel with my husband, and I enjoy reading and learning about history.

Email Address: katie.okonski@kicsnet.org

I am from a small town in Michigan, but have had the chance to call many places home including Panama, Florida, Senegal, New Mexico, and Egypt. I have taught in both primary and secondary, and hold a M.A in Education, a M.Ed in International Education Administration, as well as teaching and administration certifications. I am dedicated to creating spaces where children feel safe and supported so that they can be truly excited about learning. My hobbies include running, reading, spending time in nature, and enjoying time with my family.

Email Address: scott.scherbinske@kicsnet.org

Greetings. I am originally from the United States, grew up outside the city of Chicago, Illinois and have lived in Colorado for the past 12 years. I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Biological Science and Masters in Secondary Education. I grew up where I loved to question everything that was going around me and was always eager to learn about something new. My favorite thing about teaching is that you never stop being a student, there is always something new to learn. After teaching for 12 years in Colorado, my family (my wife Meredith, Counselor at KICS, and daughter, age 2), has decided to take the leap to teaching abroad. My personal interests include spending time with family and friends, outdoor activities, doing puzzles, and playing board games. I am honored and excited for the adventures that await me here in Sudan and look forward to working with the wonderful students, families, staff, and community at KICS.

Email Address: karen.medalla@kicsnet.org

I am looking forward to meeting all of you. I am a DP Chemistry teacher and a practitioner of the flipped classroom. Prior to teaching I was managing offices, and while I did well in that profession, I somehow found my calling in teaching. From the Philippines, we moved to Bangladesh, and now to an entirely new continent! Having worked in the chemical and pharmaceutical industries before, I found it easy to make natural soaps and cosmetic products when I found the need to switch (from commercial products) for my family's well-being. I also do sewing crafts, as well as walking/running to keep myself fit. My family and I are all thrilled to be given the opportunity to live in the wonderful country - Sudan.

Email Address: aldirdery.ahmed@kicsnet.org

I am Sudanese and born in Atbara. I received my B.Sc. at the University of Khartoum, Faculty of Education and Masters degree at The Philipp University of Marburg, Germany. I've taught for 12 years in Sudanese public schools and one year as a lecturer at Omdurman Science and Technology University teaching Mathematics. Prior to KICS I taught at Unity High School. I have two sons, Mahmoud and Ahmed. I enjoy reading, taking walks and swimming.

Email Address: amanda.hart@kicsnet.org

After completing my Civil Engineering degree at Queen’s University, I earned my Bachelor’s of Education from Lakehead University. During my academic career, my passion for teaching blossomed and the desire to travel was evident. The two blended nicely together as I embarked on the adventure of teaching internationally. My aim is to continually grow academically, professionally and personally. Outside of the classroom, I enjoy participating in sports, trying new recipes and playing card games. Go Rhinos!

Email Address: linda.round@kicsnet.org

I was born and educated in the UK, gaining BSc (Jt Hons) in Biology and Education, plus a PGCE in Biology and General Science from the University of Keele. I started teaching in Coventry, UK in a large inner city comprehensive school in 1984, where I remained for 9 years, got married and had three children. In 1993, our family started its international journey in Geneva, Switzerland. We then moved on to Aleppo, Syria and then to Muscat, Oman. In 2000, we headed off to Jakarta, Indonesia, remaining there for 15 years, allowing our children to graduate from JIS and successfully complete the IB Diploma. I have been teaching IB Biology since 1995, I am an assistant examiner, senior moderator for Internal Assessment and IB workshop leader. In Jakarta, in addition to my teaching responsibilities, I was Head of Science and Varsity Swim Team coach. My most recent post before joining KICS in August 2017 was as Head of Science in Frankfurt. I enjoy walking, swimming and cooking.

Email Address: lorraine.sabbagh@kicsnet.org

I am originally from Syria but born and educated in Sudan, I completed a B.Sc Honors in Architecture at the University of Khartoum and then obtained a post graduate certificate in teaching (PGCEi) from the University of Nottingham, UK. I joined KICS in March 2014 and currently teach IMYC,IGCSE and IB Mathematics. In my spare time I enjoy going back to my artistic roots creating and innovating things out of basic resources. I am committed to develop life-long learners who will be prepared to make a positive difference in the world

Email Address: archit.atray@kicsnet.org

I am an Indian and I was born in New Delhi. I started off my career as a Metallurgical Engineer and later turned towards teaching Mathematics. I have a B.Tech degree in Metallurgical Engineering from NIT Srinagar, India along with a Bachelor of Education from MDU Rohtak, India. I have been teaching Mathematics in international schools since 2017. I am passionate to teach as well as to travel to new places, and that led me towards discovering a new role in Sudan. I am married to a Special Educational Needs teacher and I have a son named Aerin. I enjoy playing Basketball and Football and I love to ride a motorcycle to difficult terrains in the Himalayas.

Email Address: asaad.othman@kicsnet.org

I was born and raised in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Then we moved to Sudan where I finished my high school. I started teaching immediately after high school where I taught for 2 years. Then I went to Malaysia where I completed my BSc (Hons) in robotics and mechatronic engineering from the University of Nottingham Malaysia campus. I was also the president of the Sudanese society in university with the goals of sharing Sudanese culture with the world. After I graduated I taught IGCSE Math and Physics for 4 years in different schools in Khartoum. In my free time I enjoy playing soccer and working out. I'm very excited to be part of KICS, I am sure that this will be a great learning and teaching experience.

Email Address: natalie.radziejewski@kicsnet.org

My name is Natalie Radziejewski. I was born and raised in the United States in Chicago. I have a B.A. in Mathematics, Teaching Mathematics and History. I taught in Colombia South America and in Australia. I have a passion for teaching and my goal is to have all my students walk away with a deeper understanding and a stronger appreciation of math. Outside of teaching I love traveling, reading, watching TV shows and movies, and being outdoors. I am so excited to join the Mathematics department at KICS!

Email Address: reem.agil@kicsnet.org

My name is Reem Agil. I am originally Nubian (Sudanese) but grew up in the U.S. (Virginia). I've always been an adventurer so I pursued my higher education in the UK to broaden my horizons and be more worldly. My BA is in Business Administration and earned an Open University degree as well, continued on for an MBA with a concentration in finance, certified as a Project Manager, and now a PGCEi certified teacher. I have worked many years within the non-profit sector but then took an unforeseeable detour by filling in for a TA in the primary section. I then worked my way up to the secondary section as an intern. This year, I will embark on another new adventure - teaching IGSCE Business Studies & IB Business Management as part of the Humanities team. I'm honored to be a part of your son/daughter's academic career at KICS. On a personal note - chocolate and sports make me happy.

Email Address: adenuga.abiola@kicsnet.org

My name is Adenuga Abiola. I am a licensed educator in the state of Hawai'i, USA. I am from Ibadan, Nigeria. I have taught English as a Second Language, MYP Design, and IGCSE ICT. I have also been privileged to provide technical support and integration in my journey as an educator. I have spent the last decade in Asia, where I enjoyed teaching at IB schools In Vietnam and China. I believe in making learning accessible and equitable to all students. My qualifications include an MA in Technology and Learning Design from the University of Roehampton, an M.Ed in Globalization, and a B.Sc in Computing from the University of Greenwich. I am on track to become International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) certified in the summer of 2020. I am honoured to be joining KICS as an ICT and Student Support Specialist. I enjoy playing soccer and hiking in my free time.

Email Address: scott.kwiecien@kicsnet.org

My name is Scott Kwiecien and I am excited to be teaching DP Economics and Humanities at KICS. Growing up in Canada, I obtained two undergrad degrees: in religious education and civil aviation. After working in non-profit organizations focused on children and teens, I then decided to change careers. This meant a return to school for a master’s in education in which then our family left Canada to start our overseas adventure. Our first place was South Korea teaching humanities as well as religious studies. Next we moved to Jakarta Indonesia, where we spent the last 7 years. This allowed my daughters to obtain their IB Diplomas and return to Canada to further their studies. During my time in Indonesia, I became an IB DP teacher of Business Management and Economics as well as becoming an examiner. At present I am pursuing a second master’s degree in IB teaching and learning. For hobbies, I enjoy golfing, anything aviation related as well as reading leadership books.

Email Address: niru.keshav@kicsnet.org

My Name is Niru and I am excited to be teaching Social Sciences at KICS. My 15 years of cumulative experience is far and wide, which includes working in the corporate world, political science think tanks, and international schools. I have taught students at both the elementary and high school levels and I love teaching. Since my experience is well-rounded, I try to provide my students with a practical approach to learning which can be associated and used in everyday life. I am married with two kids and I love traveling. I have visited forty-five countries and lived in six of them, including Brazil, Egypt, India, Singapore, the UK, and the US. Some of the things I like about traveling are meeting new people, learning about their cultures and history, and integrating what I learn to day-to-day life.

Email Address: andrew.lisle@kicsnet.org

My name is Andrew Lisle and for the past decade I have been working in the British state sector, most recently as Head of Faculty for Social Sciences in one the highest achieving schools in the country. At KICS I will be teaching Psychology and Geography and like to let the pupils lead their own exploration of the subjects by facilitating engaging lesson cycles which are student led and focused on holistic understandings of the subjects. I work to one simple principle that I want my pupils to see the world, understand it and know they have the power to change it.

Email Address: sabrin.mandil@kicsnet.org

My name is Sabrin Mandil, I am Spanish-Sudanese, born and raised in Madrid. I have a BA in Journalism & Mass Communication from the American University in Cairo and teacher certification (PGCEi) from the University of Nottingham. In 2011, I moved to Sudan from Spain and joined KICS. Currently I teach IB Spanish and ToK in the Secondary Section. I am married with three children who are also part of the welcoming and supportive KICS community. Outside the classroom, I enjoy being outdoors, meeting people, traveling, drawing (not that I am any good at it) and crafts.

Email Address: fawatih.nagila@kicsnet.org

I graduated from the University of Khartoum 1977 and a holder of many Development Courses Certificates in Teaching English language and Methodology such as, Mastering the Teaching Certificate, Power Point & Presentations, Leadership & Development Progammes, Educational Events & Conference Planning, Young Learners Certificate, First Prize in Using the Internet in the Classroom in addition to Certificates of attendance to many international conferences & workshops.

Email Address: salwa.arian@kicsnet.org

I was born in Omdurman and was educated in Khartoum. I specialized in teaching Arabic language and attained a Master Degree in General Translation from Juba University. I have worked as an Arabic teacher in Sisters' School as well as Unity High School. I enjoy reading Arabic novels by famous authors such as Nagib Mahfouz and Taha Hussien.

Email Address: mohammed.osman@kicsnet.org

My name is Mohammed Osman, born and raised here in Sudan. Having done my BA in English and Masters degree in Translation, I started my amazing journey in education and teaching Arabic Language at Unity High School, and Arabic/English translation in some education centers. I also teach non- Arabic speakers. I joined KICS in August 2016.

Email Address: tania.juricevic@kicsnet.org

My upbringing in France, within a multicultural family, led me later to numerous travels around the globe, where I lived unforeseen adventures, had “aha” moments (“woohoo” ones too!), and also unexpected encounters. Ed is one of them. Ah, beloved Ed (short for Education, as I am sure you would have understood). I suffer from the “can’t lie” syndrome, so let me be completely transparent with you: After seeing the kind of student I was, I had vowed to never become a teacher (what an ordeal it would be!). Moreover, for me, Ed was just this old fashioned guy, very set in his ways, not ready to compromise. But then, I fell head over heels. How on Earth?! Well, even though sometimes he can be this grumpy old man, I realised he can also be a very open minded, innovative and compassionate person who strives to create a better future. This, I loved, and I wanted in! That’s when I realised teaching would be a fantastic choice after all, and decided to do my Master’s degree in French as a Foreign Language and Education (in France), followed by a PGDE (in Scotland). Best decision I ever made. It took me places I would have never thought of (Scotland, Mexico, the United Arab Emirates, Brazil...) and allowed me to improve both personally and professionally by discovering a diverse range of curricula (British, French, American, Mexican, International Baccalaureate) and so many wonderful people (students and their families, colleagues, friends…) who helped me grow immensely. Ed and I are very close but I would say that our relationship is balanced and healthy. Whatever the position I hold in a school (French or English teacher, Gifted and Talented Coordinator or Head of Department) I generally manage to find time to dance, climb, learn, read, travel, discover some more. The beauty of it is, it actually enriches my relationship with him; all I learn becomes a skill I can transfer to my teaching, with my students. And guess what! Ed and I decided to take the next step in our lives and move to Khartoum, within the KICS Community who has been so incredibly welcoming. From what we have heard and seen, we will love it and I certainly hope you will enjoy our presence too. Looking forward to sharing experiences with you all.

Email Address: sophie.renaux@kicsnet.org

My name is Anne-Sophie Renaux and am looking forward to joining KICS for the second semester in January 2022.

Email Address: viktoriya.zafirova@kicsnet.org

My name is Victoria Zafirova and I'm from Sofia,Bulgaria. I was a professional volleyball player for 11 years, member of the National team of Bulgaria. I hold a Bachelor Degree of Physical Education and a qualified volleyball coach with 13 years of teaching experience. I live in Sudan with my husband and our three kids. In my free time I enjoy going to yoga class, playing tennis and other sports. I joined KICS in January 2019. Looking forward to an active school year.

Email Address: dave.honig@kicsnet.org

Born and raised in Canada, my lifelong passion for sports led me to a career in Physical Education. Having previously taught in both South Korea and China, my wife and I are excited to join the KICS team and explore a new part of the world in Sudan. I am currently working towards a Master’s degree while my free time is mostly spent participating in outdoor activities and enjoying life with our newborn son. I am looking forward playing an active role in the Rhino community!

Email Address: mini.shatananda@kicsnet.org

I was born and raised in the very dynamic and culturally rich city of Mumbai, India. I completed my Ph.D., Masters, and Bachelors degrees in Physical and Health Education from the University of Mumbai, India. I have been a PHE teacher for the past 10 years and have taught a variety of curriculums and a range of age groups. I love teaching, have a passion for service, and enjoy coaching. As a mother of a beautiful daughter, I understand the importance of a positive school experience and always strive to provide a fun, active, safe, and knowledgeable learning experience for my students. I am excited to join KICS and look forward to the adventures and challenges it will bring along.

Email Address: Sidd.partha@kicsnet.org

Hi there! I am from Singapore, but I have travelled enough and lived in different parts of the world to feel like a global citizen. I have over 20 years of corporate experience and have graduated from the Wharton School of Business, which has taught me that the learning process requires a crawl, walk and run approach, which in turn will make students effective leaders in their own right. I plan to share my experience and knowledge though PE and ODE (outdoor education) and build strong foundations in the students that will last them a lifetime. I have written 2 children’s picture books and I love playing Basketball. I also enjoy playing board games, traveling and taking care of my family, which leaves me little time to garden. It is always a pleasure teaching young minds and I am always excited to be with the students.

Email Address: william.sagna@kicsnet.org

My name is William and I am from Senegal. I will be joining KICS with nearly a decade of teaching experience between Senegal and Egypt. I have previously taught English as an additional language through French, and PE in both primary and secondary schools. I believe that students learn best when they make connections between what they learn in school and what they experience in their day to day lives. When I am not teaching, I enjoy playing sports (soccer, basketball, volleyball...) listening to music and enjoying time with family and friends.

Email Address: agila.attia@kicsnet.org

My name is Agila and I am from Sudan. I graduated from the American University in Cairo with a BSc in chemistry. I was living between London and Ireland for more than ten years before moving back to Sudan. I completed my PGCEi in 2018 and it has always been my passion to learn more on how to accommodate children with special needs. This summer I graduated with an MA from the University of Nottingham in Special and Inclusive Education. I’m hoping to develop a deeper understanding of strategies to support all of our students' needs which can be applied at a structural level within our school.

Email Address: reem.heakal@kicsnet.org

I have been working at KICS since October 2005. I am Egyptian and my husband is half Sudanese, half German. Both my children, Sharif and Tamara have been at KICS as members of the crèche and then from Little KICS onwards. I have held different positions at KICS over the years, including Library Assistant, CAS Coordinator, IB Business Management teacher, DP Homeroom teacher, Head of IB, and College Counsellor. I am currently the High School Guidance and College Counsellor. I love KICS and our community and it has become a second home to me and my kids. I enjoy exercising, tennis, reading traveling and learning new things.

Email Address: samia.omar@kicsnet.org

I studied at Clergy House and Unity High School many years ago until I went to study in the UK. I received a BSc Econ from Queen Mary College and an MSc in Political Sociology from LSE. This summer I am taking a College Board course on College Counselling at NYU. I have also guided my 6 children through university applications, have closely monitored KICS college application processes over the past years and am really looking forward to working alongside Mrs Reem in guiding future KICS graduates to access their best-fit colleges and universities around the world.

Email Address: meredith.scherbinske@kicsnet.org

Hello everyone! I am very excited to continue to be part of KICS in my role as counselor, offering social-emotional support in the primary section and secondary section, years 7-9. A little about me: I am originally from the United States, grew up in a very rural area of Southern Utah and then I lived for 12 years in Colorado. I have a Master’s Degree in Counseling with an emphasis in Marriage, Family, and Child Therapy and I hold a professional License in the state of Colorado as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I have been working as a professional therapist since 2012 but feel I have been a therapist my whole life. I enjoy helping people process emotions, thoughts, and experiences, honoring whatever is needed in their journey. My main approach in therapy is Solution Focused, helping clients find and create their own solutions to life’s challenges. My personal interests include spending time with my family, reading, writing, spending time in nature/outdoor activities, and playing board games. I also love musicals, cooking, meeting new people, and experiencing new things. My family (husband Scott S., secondary Science teacher, and daughter, Kingsley) and I are thrilled to be a part of KICS and continue to experience life in Sudan!