Hong Kong International School (HKIS) and its US-based church co-founder reach an out-of-court settlement resolving a lawsuit filed last year. The case centers on allegations of financial mismanagement and claims tied to how the school is governed and who it serves.
HKIS also ends its association with The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), which had been involved through the founder’s role in the school’s governance. Hong Kong Free Press reports that the school will no longer be governed by its founder and LCMS. The South China Morning Post says HKIS makes a substantial payment as part of the settlement and announces the change to parents, adding that it will not lead to fee increases.
While both outlets agree on the settlement and the termination of ties with the US-based religious body, they differ in emphasis. Hong Kong Free Press highlights the dispute’s allegations, including accusations about serving only an “elite” portion of Hong Kong’s population. The South China Morning Post focuses more on the communications to parents and the school’s commitment regarding tuition.
