Panther Philosophy

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Pechersk School International (PSI) recognises the importance of athletics and academic activities in providing students with important opportunities for a total education. These activities teach students lifetime values such as commitment, discipline, hard work, leadership, teamwork, and physical fitness, all of which are the foundation for academic success. Participation in athletics / academic activities contributes to the physical, emotional and social health of our students and promotes a sense of unity and cooperation among athletes / academics, the student body, and the PSI community.

Our teams will always strive to win, but never at the expense of character, healthy attitudes and habits, and good judgment. We will always emphasise excellence, effort, improvement, and respect for coaches, teammates and officials. All PSI athletes / academics should be known for their character and class: humble in victory and gracious in defeat. At the Middle School level especially, winning is a goal but is less important than participation and skill development. Regardless of level, however, our athletic / academic programmes are designed to develop, promote and provide self esteem, school spirit and pride, good citizenship, sportsmanship, cooperation, higher academic performance, responsibility to self and others, respect, positive role models, healthy lifestyles, team- building, and lifelong wellness. We believe that the athletic / academic experience should be not only rewarding but fun.

PSI further recognises the unique roles and responsibilities of its coaches and parents in athletics / academics. Coaches’ and parents’ primary roles should be to teach the lifetime values of our sports / activity philosophy and always to lead by example. The PSI athletic / academic programmes are an integral part of the school and the community. Their impact is immensely important in promoting a positive school climate because they offer opportunities for adults to interact with our students in meaningful ways not available in the classroom.