by Joseph M. Cirelli As an educational leader, one of the most significant challenges that you will face is leading and implementing change within your school. Educational systems are complex, and adapting to new initiatives can be a difficult process. In this blog, we will explore multiple strategies for leading and implementing change in your international […]
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by Carly Chilton Being a Special Educational Needs Coordinator (SENCO) in the Middle East is both rewarding and challenging. This dynamic region, with its rich cultural diversity and varied educational systems, presents unique obstacles for educators dedicated to supporting students with diverse learning needs. In this blog post, I will explore the challenges faced by
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by Sohipe Wang Imagine this: I’m at the Guangzhou Grand Theatre, soaking in the vibes of a spectacular musical. And guess what? One of my students owns the spotlight as an actress! It got me thinking about how arts fit into the whole international school scene. It’s not just about sketches and tunes. In this
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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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