TIE PODCAST Welcome to the TIE Podcast for International Educators, your gateway to the world of international education. This podcast is by international school educators, for international school educators, and we're here to delve into topics that are not only top of mind but crucial for our community.
Our inaugural episode dives deep into a question that underpins the quality of education: "What are international school standards of practice, and why are they so vital for ensuring quality teaching and learning in international schools?" Host, Sue Easton, Director of Programs at The Principals' Training Center, engages a panel of thought leaders in a compelling conversation, where they share their thoughts and experiences on the "Why" behind international school standards.
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TOP STORIES
By Dr. Debjani Mukherjee
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A simple classroom exercise revealed that seeing isn’t just looking; it’s an emotional, cultural, and intentional act... ..more |
By Noah Randall and Aaron Beighle
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A multi-year initiative at ASF Mexico City unified PE practices, developed a standards-based curriculum, and established sustainable professional learning communities… ..more |
By Samuel J. Richards, Sekou Otondi, and Rachel Hopkins
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Grade 9 students at ISK critically explored AI’s accuracy and bias through inquiry, learning to challenge technology, not just use it... ..more |
By Kathryn T. Berkman, Meredith Robinson, and Megan Vosk
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This shift in terminology can be leveraged for more meaningful education systems, offering a chance to push service learning beyond volunteer work… ..more |
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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, JUSTICE, AND BELONGING
By Rae Merrigan
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Discover why true inclusion goes beyond diversity, and how fostering belonging boosts student success, wellbeing, and school community... ..more |
By Elmeka Henderson
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In the silence, your impact still speaks. Practical ways educators can uphold belonging and inclusion when DEI language is restricted or censored… ..more |
By Rachel Cannon
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In greetings and everyday connections, micro-moments weave belonging—making inclusion real, rooted, and sustainable across international school communities… ..more |
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THE VOICE OF TIE
By Stacy Stephens
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In this phase, engage actively with schools, showcase your impact, assess fit with clarity, and take confident steps toward the right role... ..more |
By Stacy Stephens
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If you’ve been watching from the sidelines or feeling behind, now is the time to jump in. You still have time to get aligned, get visible, and get ready before Phase Three begins in November... ..more |
TIE Podcast By Stacy Stephens and Jeff Paulson
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What does it really mean to be a Head of School? In this episode, we welcome Jeff Paulson to pull back the curtain on one of the most complex and misunderstood roles in education... ..more |
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INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL NEWS
By Kathryn T. Berkman
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Eight students, one overcrowded bus, and a big idea: how empathy, systems thinking, and action created real community change... ..more |
By Will Warren
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Romerike International School offered coaching to support parents, not parenting—fostering wellbeing, reflection, and community through an impactful initiative... ..more |
By Rachel Caldwell
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AISB students led a mission redesign, empowered by trust, shaping a purpose-driven vision: “Think Fearlessly. Act with Kindness. Shape Tomorrow”... ..more |
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PEDAGOGY & LEARNING
By Don Merritt
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A consistent 15-minute block of silent, independent work transforms classrooms, building focus, equity, and stamina for authentic learning... ..more |
By Anthi Patrikios
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Firewalls can’t replace empathy. When adults shift from control to connection, digital safeguarding becomes an act of prevention and trust… ..more |
By Anita Louise Churchville and Ceci Gomez-Galvez
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A research-based look at why we must shift from English-only to multilingual approaches, leveraging students' linguistic assets for sustainable success... ..more |
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 | THE PRINCIPALS' TRAINING CENTER |
By Rafael Oscar Espinal Trejo
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In this Pearl, Rafael shares a heartfelt reflection on the power of empathy in education and the importance of seeing each child as an individual before focusing on performance or outcomes... ..more |
By Craig McVicar
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In this Pearl, Craig shares a powerful story about shifting from judgment to understanding as a leader… ..more |
By Jinjie Shi
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Highlighting the paradox that while leaders are expected to support others' wellbeing, they frequently neglect their own... ..more |
By Andrew Hay
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Empowering teachers and leveraging collective wisdom can transform school initiatives and create a culture of shared ownership... ..more |
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STUDENT VOICE
Empathy to Impact Podcast By Scott Jamieson
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Meet Maria Bella, a student turned author using her voice to fight child trafficking and inspire greater student agency in learning... ..more |
By Noriomi Cheung
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A personal exploration of the confusion of belonging to multiple cultures and the discomfort of never feeling fully connected to any one identity… ..more |
By Skye Thomson, Grade 12 student
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A student examines the hardships of facing social exclusion while also grappling with the need to define his place within diverse cultural spheres... ..more |
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LEADERSHIP
By Sandra Sheppard
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When advancement teams embed themselves in school life, they amplify teacher voices, empower students, and strengthen authentic community connections… ..more |
By Jordan Benedict, Dr. Kristen Moreland, and Dr. Sam Olson-Wyman
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When trust, time, and leadership align, coaching flourishes; when they’re missing, even the best intentions struggle to take root... ..more |
By Dr. Cinde Lock
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To be Head of School is to live at the intersection of vision and detail, to hold the broad umbrella view while never losing sight of the single child standing beneath it… ..more |
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ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
By Bill Tolley
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Ethical, purposeful AI integration empowers students as decision-makers, cultivating agency and critical thinking through inquiry-driven learning… ..more |
By Kelly Mekdeci
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Explore key questions and practical frameworks to help school leaders guide ethical, collaborative faculty decisions on using Generative AI... ..more |
By Karen Taylor
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Exploring the way AI may transform education if equity, ethics, and teacher training are used to enhance learning and human connection... ..more |
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LIFESTYLE AND WELLBEING
By Mushfiqua Zabeen
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Appreciation matters more than titles, positivity builds communities, and the resilience you grow becomes your greatest accomplishment... ..more |
By Bosmat Kochavi
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As schools prioritize student wellbeing, proactively and systematically measuring it has become essential rather than optional... ..more |
By Mushfiqua Zabeen
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Burnout after 50 isn’t collapse; it’s quiet compromise. Discover small fixes for balance, health, and sustainable energy abroad... ..more |
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