Panthers of ISKL

Meet Shasha Batrisyia, a valued member of ISKL’s Performing Arts Centre (PAC) who brings her passion for the Malaysian music industry to ISKL. As the High School Music Instructional Assistant, she supports teachers and students from their pre-event planning to the final execution of stage performances.  By maintaining a multi-tasking approach to fulfilling her role, she ensures the smooth running behind the scenes, allowing the PAC team to remain focused on inspiring and enriching the school’s music community.

Meet Sesha Kalimuthu, our much-appreciated and fun-loving Performing Arts Center (PAC) Manager who is a constantly present member of the ISKL community. Her commitment to the role combined with her infectious energy have gained her a reputation as being ‘senseshanal’. She draws inspiration from the kindness of her colleagues and students and believes art has the ability for us all to improve and thrive.

Meet Ben Kamsol, ISKL’s encouraging, motivating, and friendly Weight Room Supervisor, who offers solid support to students and all community members who choose to work out in the school’s Weight Room. His personal experience in training as a professional Malaysian rugby player is enough to know you are in safe hands when Ben is on duty!

Meet Francis Maginn, who originates from Austin, Texas. His teaching journey has led him from his hometown in America through China, Taiwan, and Bangladesh before arriving in Malaysia to join ISKL as our High School Science and Theory of Knowledge Teacher.  An avid musician and linguist, he is an educator who adopts a holistic approach to teaching and believes in the inclusive ethos of ISKL.

Meet Melalyn Ng, a dynamic and dedicated Grade 4 teacher, whose classroom is filled with learning and laughter in equal measure. She keeps her students engaged, curious, and creatively inspired so that they recognize their individuality but also understand they are part of a tight-knit team. The foundations of this sense of security have a longstanding impact on her students, which they take with them far beyond Grade 4.

Meet Julia Hughes, an ES Grade 4 teacher born in Idaho and raised in Colorado. She has spent her career on an incredible journey, building global connections and inspiring students around the world. 

Meet longstanding community member, Karamjit Kaur, who has worked in ISKL’s Admissions Department since 1994. With over thirty-one years of experience, Karamjit has had the privilege of working with families from all over the world, welcoming and supporting them with the transition into ISKL.

Meet Dr Maheshwaran Balaraman, a Science teacher with a heart of gold. His philosophical approach to educating ISKL students since 2022 has an enormous emphasis on inquiry and real-world learning, balanced with care.

Meet HS Performing Arts Director, Kimi Pichardo, who invites us into her world of stage theatre and shares her plans for enthralling the ISKL community with her very first production of Mamma Mia!

Meet HS IB English Language and Literature teacher Tracy Woodward, who shares her journey, the rewarding challenges of teaching, and why she believes ISKL students are truly exceptional. 

Meet Noah Sturrock, a dedicated HS PE teacher and Varsity Basketball coach whose passion for education and sports has propelled him on a remarkable journey that has led him all the way to Malaysia. 

Meet Events Specialist, Cayly Chia, a true Third Culture Kid with a fascinating journey that spans continents, who brings a unique perspective and international student experience to her role.

Meet Katie Milton, part of the ISKL community since 2002, and who has recently taken on the role of Alumni Engagement & Development Lead.

Pat Hughes, a Third Culture Kid and lifelong educator, brings a unique and heartfelt perspective to his roles as an Elementary School PE Teacher and Varsity Volleyball coach at ISKL.

Jin Wen Phung is ISKL’s Data and Analytics Specialist from Kuching, Sarawak, who has built a diverse career driven by a passion for problem-solving.