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Current high school student, Yaksheta, talks to Prasanna Ghose (Class of 1980), owner of Pastry Corner. She gets behind the scenes to understand how Kodai's favorite bakery has become a staple in the community for decades. Ghose's commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and community care makes Pastry Corner a shining example of being environmentally conscious.

Stephanie Vandrick (Class of 1967) reviews Carolyn Servid's (Class of 1971) memoir Of Landscape and Longing: Finding a Home at the Water's Edge, a poignant exploration of identity, home, and the human relationship with nature. Servid's memoir reflects her experiences growing up as a Missionary Kid in India and finding her sense of home in Alaska.

Class of 2005 members Sarang Lee and Peter Paul share their unforgettable experiences from their recent class reunion, a weekend filled with laughter, nostalgia, and rekindled friendships.

Class of '84 Class Representative, Rachel Ulrich Miller, writes of her class's triple celebration in 2024 which culminated in a memorable return to the breathtaking Palani Hills.

KIS Alumnus Lieutenant Dr. Robert Kennedy, tragically lost his life at 33 in 1944 when the USS Warrington 383 sank in a hurricane off the Florida coast. His heroic story is a testament to the Kennedy family's enduring legacy and connection to Kodaikanal International School.  But is the story what inspired the naming of the dorm?   A long-standing question is answered.

Former Admissions Coordinator, Alika Khosla, documents Laila Rasekh's remarkable story of resilience and determination, from fleeing Afghanistan to graduating from top universities. Laila's growth was nurtured by KIS, inspiring her to make a difference.

As Principal Corey Stixrud reflects on his 12 years at KIS, he expresses his heartfelt gratitude for the journey. From lifelong learning to lifelong belonging, KIS embodies a sense of community, learning, and service that transcends generations and cultures, resonating the school's vision to be a place the world needs.

Development Officer Kalyani Gandhi (Class of '87) reports on the Development Tour of USA, India

Jo Sorenson (KIS Class of '55) writes about Paul Heusinkveld (KIS Class of '68) on a nostalgic journey through the halls of Kodai School in his latest book, "Kodai School Classes of 55 and 56, Tales of the 1940s and 1950s".

Read about how a childhood fascination to a lifelong dedication, Uday Krishna Peddireddi ('88) has made it his mission to protect India's ancient trees. Discover Uday's perseverance to make a difference in preserving India's ecological heritage.