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9 April 2025

By Noah Kato, Grade 12 student

A student delves into his relationship with his grandmother, highlighting the inner conflict between his American and Japanese cultural identities… more

By Inna Poliansa

A presentation at the SENIA conference highlighted a successful culture of inclusion, supporting students through Flexible Learning spaces… more

By Dr. Kathryn Handy

Middle-level leaders are crucial for instructional success in international schools, and could benefit from more support, training, and professional development... more
BLUE SKIES LEADERSHIP PODCAST

By Daniel Mendes and Dan Kerr

In this episode, Bambi Betts discusses the current state of international schools, the vision for their future, and the challenges educational leaders face... more


The International School Yangon is collaborating with vetted partners to directly channel aid contributions to those most affected by the earthquake in Myanmar, providing essential relief and support during this critical time... more
IDI SPOTLIGHT

By Aldaine Wynter and Sophia, WIS student

A student at WIS reflects on Women's History Month, the contributions of women throughout history, and the value of turning passion into tangible change... more

By Megel Barker

AI in schools presents challenges in defining use and ensuring integrity. The AI Indicator provides clear guidelines for students and educators… more

By LeeAnne Lavender

Storytelling techniques were used to promote healing and resilience after Khartoum American School relocated as a result of the civil war in Sudan… more

By Sandy Sheppard

ISY students led a health initiative through service learning, nurturing compassion, and collaboration to improve the lives of local children... more

By Indi Alford, Colleen Coady, Liv Gregor, Jessica Hajee, Michael Maldonado, Shelly Maldonado, and Dr. Deedre Werner

A comprehensive plan to support families and staff during uncertain times, focusing on communication, emotional support, and community-building... more
PEARLS OF WISDOM

By Lorna Mallory

In this Pearl, Lorna shares that small, thoughtful gestures can transform good relationships into excellent ones... more
By Conrad Hughes

As cycles of disruption to the economy, the environment as well as technological and political spheres are increasingly intense and rapid, developing those competences which will help us thrive in such a set of present and future circumstances has become particularly necessary... more
By Margriet Ruurs

These new titles are not just great reads. They also focus on the importance of friendship and helping each other, making valuable tools for any classroom... more
By Matthew Piercy

Last week, I made a conscious decision to break up with my phone. If you’re so inclined, you might consider doing the same. My attention had been gradually siphoned away by the countless interruptions—messages that seemed urgent and a nearly instinctive compulsion to check my phone... more
By Paul Magnuson

Millie greets each student as they arrive in her virtual classroom for the first time. Farah checks in first, then Rodrigo. Rodrigo teaches in Shanghai but is on holiday in Manila. He shares that it is 10:00 p.m. It’s not so unusual for adult teachers in online classes to schedule themselves at unusual times. Their lives are busy with jobs and families... more
CURRENT CONVERSATIONS

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Stephanie Drynan has been appointed Head of School of American Foundation School Chiapas in Mexico.
Amanda Sunderman has been appointed Interim Director of American International School of Vilnius in Lithuania.
Russel Ellicott has been appointed Principal of Misk Schools, Boys' Schools in Saudi Arabia.
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Check out the TIE Event Calendar for upcoming events, webinars, job fairs and more...
AMISA Educators' Conference
Apr 8 - 11, 2025
 
AAIE Global Leaders Conversation: 12 Big Questions
Apr 10, 2025
 
PTC-TLI Curriculum—the Heart of the Teacher Leader Role (online 12 Apr - 31 May)
Apr 12, 2025
 
Search Associates Job Fair
Apr 12, 2025
 
ISS - The AI Leadership Accelerator
Apr 16, 2025
 
AAIE Global Leaders Conversation: Living. Learning, and Literate with AI
Apr 17, 2025
 
AAIE Leadership Learning Series: Coaching
Apr 22, 2025
 
ISS EDUlearn Navigating Controversy
Apr 24, 2025
 
AAIE Global Leaders Conversation: The Best Investment You and Your Board Can Make - Governance Training!
Apr 24, 2025
 
EARCOS Spring Heads Institute 2025
Apr 25 - 26, 2025
 
AISA International School Health Institute
Apr 25 - 27, 2025
 
PTC-GTC Becoming an Effective Board Chair
Apr 27, 2025
 
AISA 2025 School Heads Summit
May 2 - 3, 2025
 
AMISA Enhancing Behavioral Support through Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans (part 1)
May 14, 2025
 
PTC-GTC Welcome to International School Governance!
May 18, 2025
 
AMISA Enhancing Behavioral Support through Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans (part 2)
May 20, 2025
 
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