New Year 2018 Edition Bi-Monthly Newsletter Executive Director Update Happy 2018 and welcome back to school! We hope that you enjoyed a relaxing and joyful holiday break with family and friends these past weeks. The AAIE Team has been in full swing preparing for the upcoming 52nd in New York and are equally excited for all the new member learning programs, resources and opportunities to connect that are planned for the year ahead.
We are happy to start the year off by announcing our 2018 AAIE International Leadership Awards and Scholarship Recipients. The following colleagues will be honored as they share out their thoughts on international education, innovation and leadership at the 52nd AAIE in New York City next month. Dr. Paul Fochtman from Frankfurt International School will be joining an elite group of leaders as our 2018 International Superintendent of the Year. The 2018 International Innovative Leadership Award goes to an outstanding team of MIT-trained leaders that led the way in project-based design learning school programming. The 2018 International Innovative Leaders of the Year are the founding team of the NuVu Studio School in Cambridge, MA. For information on the 2018 AAIE Hall of Fame Award Recipients and the Dr. Ernie Mannino Graduate Student Scholarship Recipient, read the full 2018 Awards Announcement HERE. A new service we are providing to help keep members informed, is sharing out new leadership changes at our key Member Organizations. We are happy to introduce Kayla Stafford who has followed Tracy Godon as the new leader of the Northern Iowa University Overseas Recruitment Office and Christina Pereira who will be following in her father Joe Pereira's footsteps to lead the Not-for-Profit Division at TD Bank beginning in February 2018. Please take a few minutes to learn more about them below and connect with them in person at the 52nd Conference in New York City. Thank you for welcoming them to our AAIE community! • To round out these offerings, we also have two new convenient Regional Cohorts beginning for our International Leadership Certificate Program, that allow you to complete your Certificate in less than 12 months with easy continuation options for both Masters or Doctoral Degrees to fit your busy lifestyle. Don't miss out on timely 52nd Pre-Conferences, such as our 2-day Leadership Transition Retreat, a get the most important gathering of international school leaders this year! There is still time to register for the 52nd AAIE International Leadership Conference & Expo in New York City. Register by 14 January to attend the Opening Session at the UN and we look forward to welcoming you to New York City soon! Yolanda Yolanda Murphy-Barrena Executive Director
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Member School Spotlight International School of Manila IS Manila: Becoming Inclusive International School Manila
Every Wednesday over 800 High School students gather in the Fine Arts Theater for their weekly assembly. As the lights dim and the Philippine flag illuminates, we hear the first chords of Lupang Hinirang. Her voice is soft, yet confident and she sings as if Filipino is her mother-tongue. She stands with her head held high with a beaming smile on her face as she leads the rest of the chorus through the Philippine National Anthem. The audience bursts into applause and whistles of appreciation continue to ring out as the choral group exit the stage. Our student leaders give a shout-out to Alexis and more applause erupts in the theater.
This coming May, Alexis will walk across the same stage alongside her peers, wearing the ISM signature green cap and gown to receive her modified ISM High School diploma. In any other time this would not be the case. Fortunately, IS Manila has taken the step to offer an inclusive and specialized learning support program for students with significant learning needs.
Alexis receives support through an individualized program for her core subjects and additional functional academics are also included in her programming. She attends classes with her peers in music, dance and physical education and participates in our after-school co-curricular activities. She is a full member of the Class of 2018. With a modified diploma she will be one step closer to her dream of opening a Pet Cafe - a place where people can go to, "de-stress, have a cup of coffee and cuddle with rescued cats."
Launched with just five students in school year 2016-2017, our Specialized Learning Support Program has grown to include twelve students for school year 2017-2018. The program is overseen by two highly trained specialists who are supported by dedicated paraprofessionals including a Speech and Language Pathologist and a team of Occupational Therapists. With an adult to student ratio of close to 1 : 1, the individualized programming allows ISM to provide a range of services for children with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Cerebral Palsy and Williams Syndrome to name a few.
Being an inclusive school not only benefits families who once had limited options to live and work abroad, but also our mainstream students. Sharing time and space with children who learn and behave differently promotes open-mindedness and acceptance. Ours is truly a diverse community – a diversity that goes far beyond being home to students from eighty different countries. In the words of ISM's Superintendent, David Toze, "To embark on a venture like this has been demanding, but I was absolutely confident that ISM was capable of taking on this task. By doing this we not only give new opportunities to families, but remain true to that part of our mission that tells us to: Acknowledge and celebrate our differences and encourage empathy, compassion, understanding and respect for human dignity." Superintendent: Dave Toze
AAIE Member Organization Leadership Update: TD Bank
Christina Pereira TD Bank 1919 Gallows Road, 2nd Floor Vienna, VA 22182 T: 703.663.4404 | C: 540.209.4043 After a successful 45 year banking career and many, many years of service to the AAIE Community, Joseph Pereira announced his retirement from TD Bank, effective February 2018. We are pleased to announce Joseph's daughter, Christina was selected as his successor.
AAIE Member Organization Leadership Update: UNI Overseas Recruiting Office
After establishing and maintaining the UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair as a world-class event where international schools could capture the high quality teachers that were the product of programs at UNI and other Midwest universities, Tracy Godon has passed the baton to a new director of her flagship recruitment fair. Kayla Stafford
Affiliate Member Spotlight MDSA MDSA Designs for Learning Learning is no longer confined to classrooms. The traditional classroom remains an important element in school design, but is also a multi-task space for teachers and children, and must be adaptable. Collaborative learning and one-on-one instruction happens simultaneously in multiple arrangements, and now extends beyond the classroom walls. Every space in a school – corridors, stairwells, niches – can be part of the environment of learning and an extension of the classroom. Our designs link spaces together – interconnect and interrelate – and do not leave them independent and isolated. Visual connections and physical relationships and innovative program planning encourage this, and our buildings and interiors compose space with this in mind. We create invigorating environments throughout the building – inviting and fun places to explore and learn. Firm Background An architectural practice of award-winning designs that span more than three decades, MDSA advances a long legacy of design that has its roots in the modern architecture of the mid-twentieth century. Former partners and associates to the Bauhaus master Marcel Breuer, architects Herbert Beckhard and Frank Richlan founded the New York firm Beckhard Richlan & Associates in 1982. After joining the firm in 1985, Michael Szerbaty became the firm's principal in 2003 and currently practices with his partner Michael Freedman as MDSzerbaty Associates Architecture (MDSA). The practice reflects a distinctly contemporary evolution of core modernist principles in shaping client programs and site, forming spaces with technical precision using light and materials in sophisticated ways. By embracing a united, non-hierarchical management structure, nurturing client relationships and pursuing innovation, the firm succeeds in integrating current technologies and methods with highly individual approaches to problem solving.
The office has designed a range of educational buildings for schools, colleges and universities, as well as corporate office buildings, healthcare facilities, cultural and religious centers, and private residences.
For more information, please visit our website: www.mdsnyc.com Are You or One of Your Leadership Team Members Starting a New Role in 2018? Attend this conveniently schedule Pre-Conference and then enjoy the 52nd AAIE to connect with the AAIE Network of Colleagues & Leaders! There is nothing as important as a great start...get working on yours today!
School Member Spotlight International School of Belgrade Educated at ISB, Equipped for the World Opportunities for academic excellence, artistic expression, and international understanding at The International School of Belgrade (ISB) are accessible for every student. Our challenging and diverse programs offer a quality international education with a global perspective. ISB relies on innovative and best instructional practice to ensure we address the varying learning styles of our students. From Pre–Kindergarten through Grade 12, ISB caters to a student population that represents over forty nationalities. Our professional faculty and support staff are proud to serve such a multi-cultural student body. Our dynamic curriculum is based on the highly regarded International Baccalaureate Diploma, Middle and Primary Years programs. Like all quality international schools, ISB is accredited by educational agencies: the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Council of International Schools. Moreover, we are an authorized IB World School where students learn to implement change with compassion and creativity in a complex global environment, and we are also authorized by the Serbian Ministry of Education. Since 1948 we have provided a quality education to the international community in Belgrade, and our parents have been vital partners since our inception. We appreciate the fact that they entrust us with the care of their children. We communicate regularly and openly with our school community members while taking ongoing steps towards improvement. It is truly an honor to be a part of this vibrant and caring community which has a clear mission: ISB is a collaborative learning community that inspires, equips and empowers its students to succeed and contribute positively to society. MAKE THIS YOUR YEAR... & JUMPSTART YOUR LEADERSHIP CAREER!
Up Close & Personal with AAIE Mary Anne Haas
Does Your School Have Inspirational and Motivated Student Leaders? from 50 countries around the world will be selected to engage, connect, share, learn and meet the 2018 challenge! Proudly Co-Sponsored by: AAIE, The College Board, GIN (Global Issues Network) & NSU
Regional Member Spotlight MAIS The Mediterranean Association of International Schools is a professional organization that strives to improve the quality of education in its Member schools. It promotes the professional development of Faculty, Administrators, and School Board Members, effects communication and interchange, and creates international understanding.
Presently, MAIS is composed of schools from 16 different countries, including Austria, Cyprus, Egypt, France, Italy, Lebanon, Malta, Morocco, Oman, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates and the United Kingdom. In addition, several Associate Members, such as schools outside the Mediterranean region, colleges, businesses, and interested individuals, support MAIS endeavors and have joined the organization.
AAIE at the 2017 MAIS Annual Teacher's & Administrators Conference in Valencia, Spain AAIE Affiliate Member Recruiters are invited to attend this session and given the opportunity to connect with attendees and share important information on the leadership search and application process. Here Beth Phannl from ISS is speaking to a group of both emerging and current leaders. We facilitate these sessions at the Regional Association Conferences to help emerging and developing leaders learn how to prepare and connect with colleagues and leading recruiters to successfully obtain their first or next international leadership position. Our next AAIE Leaders Wanted session will be at the 2018 CEESA Conference in Prague. See you there! Walid Abushakra, Superintendent of ESOL Education Schools and advisor to the Board of MAIS, welcomed attendees to the Closing Gala at the beautiful Hotel Las Arenas Valencia following an outstanding conference. Attendees enjoyed sessions led by Dr. Douglas Reeves, Dr. Tom Guskey, Kathryn Berger Kay and more. The event closed with a high-energy, artistic display 'Valenciano' Flamenco! Hats off to Reina and her Team for another fantastic event!
8 Interview Mistakes That Can Cost You Great Candidates Lloyd French, Manager of Education Partnerships at Teach Away Probably the most challenging part of the hiring process, and the area most susceptible to error is the interview itself. We all want to hire the best, but we don't always get the best to accept our offers.
1. Arriving unprepared. Preparation is key. An unorganized interview is a big red flag to any teaching candidate.
2. Leaving candidates waiting. Be prompt - respecting the candidates time, sets a tone of mutual respect. Schedule interviews and stick to that planned time. Even if it's just a pre-screen phone interview, call on time and don't make candidates wait.
Stay focused - they're bringing their "A" game, and expect you to bring yours too. From start to finish, you need to be 100% focused on the candidate. Being distracted during the interview with unrelated subjects, not paying close attention to responses, interjecting with unrelated comments, avoiding eye contact, glancing at your mobile phone for emails or texts, will leave your candidate feeling disrespected.
You may think you have hit your 10,000 hour rule and can assess a candidate in two minutes. Keep in mind 90% of drivers overestimate how good they are at driving - the same holds true for interviewing. Not only can a candidate turn an interview around, it is easy to forget that this interview is bigger than the two of you in the room.
You're an educational leader in your school, you likely have a strong opinion on assessments. Take a page from your own playbook and standardize a candidate assessment rubric. This will allow for easier side-by-side comparisons on those tough calls. Also, clear rubrics can mitigate the impact of dangerous halo effects. Make sure to craft questions before the interview that will help you correctly determine a teacher's experience, qualifications, pedagogical knowledge and cultural fit.
Setting a realistic expectation of the challenges faced by educators in your school and community will pay dividends. It's not enough to get them through the door - you need them to stay and contribute.
7. Being intimidating. If there are any challenging questions you need to ask, it's best to save those for the end of the interview, when the candidate will likely feel more at ease.
The international teacher labor market is getting more competitive every day. Teachers have options and need to make commitments. If it's not with you, it will be with another school. When you aren't transparent about your process (or, even worse, lack a clear one), you're opening the window for great teaching candidates to move onto other job opportunities, even if initially you were their top school of choice.
Interviews are your best opportunity to get to know a candidate and determine if they're the right fit for the job. But finding and hiring the right teachers is tough. So don't make it even harder by driving great candidates away with these all-too-common interviewing mistakes.
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School Member Spotlight International School of Kenya Located on the outskirts of Nairobi, the International School of Kenya is a not for profit, private, coeducational day school, which offers an educational program from prekindergarten through grade 12, culminating with the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program. ISK's curriculum draws from standards and benchmarks from around the world with the objective of providing a challenging program that allows students to transition to the best schools internationally, as well as to top universities. In 2010, ISK was re-accredited until 2020 by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools and the Council of International Schools. ISK's vibrant community of over 940 students from 65 nationalities collaborate in a culturally diverse community to become informed, independent thinkers and responsible world citizens. The overarching aim of our program is to prepare students to respond successfully to future challenges in other schools, in post-secondary education, and in an interdependent, multicultural environment. Recognizing that we are educating children for a rapidly changing world in the 21s t century, we strive to develop students who will: ● Act with integrity, self-awareness and with a commitment to personal well-being. interdependence. more than one language. outcomes of present actions on the future. strategies, and actively pursue effective, ethical solutions. Another important facet of ISK's curriculum is our Service Learning program which aims to provide meaningful opportunities for students to initiate and reflect upon sustainable community projects that are mutually beneficial. These projects cultivate both personal and community growth, while building recognition of human interdependence. The desire to incorporate Service Learning into education is growing throughout the world; ISK is at the forefront of innovation in Africa. Each week we have 250 enthusiastic students participating in various school service programs and many more working on the weekends with their families or individual organizations. An example of ISK's commitment to innovation, combined with the school's Service Learning program, is the student-led "Hand Out" project. This new student club has partnered with e-NABLE to create and assemble 3D-printed prosthetic hands for individuals who would otherwise be unable to afford them. ISK students in the "Hand Out" group succeeded in printing and assembling a functional prototype that was approved by e-NABLE. "Hand Out" is now the newest chapter in the In order for "Hand Out" to achieve their objective, however, financial support is required. ISK's fundraising drive last year raised the necessary funds to purchase the 3D printer and this year the group received more support through the school's Inspiration Initiative . This annual giving program enables donors to direct their support to worthwhile initiatives like the Design & Innovation Lab where 'Hand Out" originated. It's just one more way that ISK students, parents, faculty and staff make a dramatic, positive difference in the local Kenyan community.
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