by Karen Shantz How many meetings do you attend weekly? Do you leave feeling energised? Or do you, as Milos Markovic put it, spend most meetings “daydreaming about your next vacation, your lunch menu, and maybe even the mysteries of the universe”? If you’re struggling to organise or chair meetings, I recommend reading his November 18 […]
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by Dr Megel Barker A few days ago, I shared my reflections in The International Educator on the growing tension around generative AI in schools. That article, Promoting Responsible Generative AI Use in Schools, was born from real conversations in my school—conversations filled with frustration, uncertainty, and good intentions. Teachers flagged student work that felt too advanced. Parents defended
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by Nam Ngo Thanh The Role of Schools in Protecting Children The issues of child neglect and violence, including school bullying, are some of the most complicated problems of the modern world, and they endanger the lives of millions of children. As reported by UNICEF, approximately one out of every three children around the globe
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by Siobhan Brady There are some moments in life when you know you’re part of something special. You can feel the buzz. You can feel the shift. That is exactly what happened at the very first Leading Your International School conference, held at the brilliant Eton House, Foshan. And let me tell you – what
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by Dr Tania Blatti Leadership in international schools is not just about policies and procedures – it is about people. It is about creating a culture where learning thrives, where individuals feel valued, and where schools embody ethical, inclusive, and transformational leadership. Having worked across Australia, the UAE, South Korea, and China, I have experienced
by Gavin Kinch When I first started creating the school timetable, the Principal told me, “You must include every supervision duty and formal meeting on each teacher’s timetable as this makes it official.” While this isn’t entirely accurate, there is some truth to it. Without a written record, expectations can become ambiguous, leaving room for
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by Alissa Gouw Knowledge as Assets in Schools During one of the Parent-Student-Teacher Conferences (PSTC) at my school, one parent highlighted a veteran teacher who excelled at creating a supportive atmosphere during their conference. This teacher helped the parent and child easily understand the child’s progress and develop a clear plan for moving forward. Interestingly,
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by Tom Ferguson In our increasingly connected world, international schools have a responsibility not just to teach diversity but to model it in every aspect of school life, especially in hiring. A truly global education requires an equally diverse faculty, ensuring students engage with perspectives that challenge, enrich, and expand their worldview. However, achieving a
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by Sophie Muessenich We Always Talk About Creating a Safe Environment for Students – But What About Teachers? In education, we pour endless energy into ensuring students feel safe. We craft environments where they are encouraged to take risks, explore boldly, and express themselves without fear of failure. We know that without this safety, learning
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by Loretta Fernando-Smith I am an Educator I have been an educator for two and a half decades. I am a fourth-generation teacher; teaching is in my DNA. My mom recounts stories of four-year-old me standing on a lawn chair in the backyard, lecturing the trees. Changing Roles and Doubts For many years, I had
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