by Dan Mchugh. International schools tend to have higher staff turnover than local schools. While retaining (good) staff is important, inevitably there comes a point when school leaders find themselves having to recruit new members of the team. However, the crucial nature of recruitment is not reflected in school leadership courses. I’ve done three substantial […]
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by Hendri Mclntosh. As we have all come to a new school year, it is essential to reflect, anticipate new opportunities, influence others around you and cultivate new growth. We, as leaders, have the responsibility to actively lead! You are the Head of the school, and your staff is the body, but being in a
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by Lily Liu. The Educational Philosophies and Aspirations of the East and the West are Highly Consistent – To Make Individuals Become Better People. As the principal of an internationalized bilingual school, I’m often asked about the key differences between the education at Dehong School and those within the traditional education system. My typical response
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by Rob Ford. Summer Reflections This summer marked four years since I took the very difficult decision to leave the English state system and move fully to the international sector and take up my current post in Moldova as CEO and Director of Heritage International Schools. I remember very clearly the conversations I had just
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by Don Lyu. In the ever-evolving landscape of international education, the concept of school culture stands as a cornerstone. It not only defines the ethos of an institution but also lays the groundwork for effective education management and continuous instructional enhancement. Nowhere is this truer than in the dynamic context of International Schools in China,
By Barry Cooper. Results That’s the starting point, that’s the hygiene factor for any school principal, it’s not even a conversation. We want our students to get great results that reflect their work and go on to do the things they want to do. But that’s a short-term goal. What do we really want our
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By Sian May. I am part of a strong and wide-ranging team that stretches from our Council of Governors, into our educators and professional services teams. In this network of colleagues almost every conceivable form of expertise can be found. This makes me both very fortunate and also accelerates my own professional learning, reflection and
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By Warren S. Cook– Chief of HR Advisory Services at TAHR & Co-Author LYIS Starting a new position or role can be both exhilarating and stressful simultaneously. There is a significant dichotomy between school expectations and yours from day one that can either set you up for success or down a path to failure. This
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Last week, Jane had the honour of meeting and talking with Conrad Hughes, Director General of the International School of Geneva. Here, we share some of the key takeaways from the interview. Jane Gay: As an international school leader, what are your fellow international school leaders telling you about their schools and their leadership? Conrad
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By Mr. Michael J. Norton. Bio: Michael Norton is currently a Deputy Headteacher at Dubai International Academy (Emirates Hills) in the UAE. He has worked at IB-Continuum schools for over six years, previously working as a Teaching & Learning Coordinator. Originally from Canada, he has experience as a Head of English and Assistant Headteacher in
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