Hong Kong International School (HKIS) and its US-based founder, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS), have resolved a lawsuit alleging financial mismanagement. The lawsuit, filed last year, also accused the school of prioritizing an “elite” segment of Hong Kong’s population. Details of the out-of-court settlement remain undisclosed, but a key outcome is a shift in governance for the school. The LCMS will no longer be the governing body of HKIS. This marks a significant change for the institution, suggesting a restructuring of its leadership and oversight. The resolution avoids a potentially lengthy and public trial, allowing both parties to move forward. The case raised questions about financial accountability and accessibility within international education in the region.