Leadership

Why DEI Needs To Be Renamed To EJ

by Kausor Amin-Ali The world is much more interconnected for most of us than ever before in human history.
In this cosmopolitan world, a lot has been said, especially over the past five years, regarding the need for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) mainly in Western workplaces and society.
  Post-pandemic internationalism and a global workforce …

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Take That! Reflections on Opening a Superstar School

by Matt Carr In May this year, middle-aged boy band Take That took the ‘difficult decision’ to switch venues for their This Life tour after the original venue, Manchester’s brand-new Co-Op Live Arena, was beset by technical issues and postponed its opening date.
This caused minor upset amongst Take That’s ageing fan base, with some …

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The Power of Non-Academic Interaction

by Tilly Erguder Is the key to better academic success and student well-being outside the classroom? Throughout my journey as a teacher and an administrator, I have had the opportunity to experience and observe various approaches toward student success and well-being.
Some schools embrace exam-oriented practices, and some pursue a more holistic approach toward student …

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Developing Middle-Level Leaders: Get in the Boat

by Dean Croy An Accidental Paddler My first leadership role was an unofficial one as a grade-level leader.
This role came about organically, or perhaps more accurately, accidentally, when my Grade 6 team wanted to meet more regularly throughout the year as our meetings the year prior had been sporadic.
We knew that our goals …

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Navigating Customer Service in International Education: A Personal Journey

by Joseph Otley Introduction: A Traveller’s Tale Join me on a deeply personal journey, where we delve into the complex realm of customer service within the sphere of international education.
Imagine the scene – a solo traveller, accompanied by twin four-year-old boys, embarking on an adventure from Edinburgh to Denmark.
The thought of managing such …

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Navigating the Waters of School Staff Meetings

by Milos Markovic We’ve all been there—sitting in those meetings that seem to have mastered the art of time-stretching as if they’re auditioning for a role in a slow-motion movie.
You know the ones where you start daydreaming about your next vacation, your lunch menu, and maybe even the mysteries of the universe.
But worry …

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