ecis april leadership programme 2013
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This year's April Leadership Conference will take place in Berlin, Germany (4-7 April). The theme of the conference is Strike the Balance with opening keynote speakers: Patricia O'Brien; John Carr; and Dr. Yong Zhao.TRANSCRIPT
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Welcome
Welcome to the 2013 ECIS Leadership Conference in BerlinBerlin is a world city of culture, politics, media, and science and as much europe’s beating heart now, as it was in the continent’s crucial moments throughout history. We hope that you will feel inspired by this vibrant and wonderful city.
We have uploaded the full conference programme as well as other useful material onto our website. you are able to access the programme and participants via your smartphone or computer. We will continue updating you via the website throughout the conference, while still remaining environmentally friendly.
on Friday, Saturday and Sunday we will have our keynote presentations in the Potsdam I/III where a buffet breakfast is also being served. Breakfast begins at 07:30 and the opening sessions begin at 08:20.
Strike the Balance is the operative word for our 2013 conference and our three keynote speakers and over 80 sessions delivered by our featured speakers and leadership teams will provide you with essential insight and best practices to help you Strike the Balance.
many people have contributed to the organisation of this conference and we wish to express our sincere appreciation to:
• TheInternational Schools in Berlin for their support and encouragement;
• Patricia O’Brien for delivering the Opening Keynote;
• John Carr for being the keynote speaker at our Saturday morning Plenary session and for conducting a follow-on session and to the International Schools Services (ISS) for their sponsorship of his presentations;
• Yong Zhao for his keynote presentation on Sunday morning and to The College Board for their sponsorship;
• Sarah Daignault for her facilitation with the Business managers strand;
• CASE for their partnership with the Advancement strand;
• finalsite for putting on their finalsite University International Europe and for sponsoring our environmentally friendly conference bags;
• Allofourregular conference speakers, panel members, pre-conference presenters and sponsors who have contributed extensively to this event with their wit, wisdom and inspiration;
• Keith Miller of the Office of Overseas Schools of the US Department of State for the generous grant in support of this conference;
• John Littleford and Associates for sponsoring the delegate badges;
• Apple Inc. for sponsoring the Welcome Reception;
• Tim Smith and the International Award Association for sponsoring the International Award Ceremony and Recipient Reception;
• John Catt Educational Ltd for marketing many of the ECIS publications;
• Jostens for providing the eCIS Honorary member Award Plaque for Dr t. michael maybury
• The many active ECIS Leadership Committees who have assisted with the selection of topics and speakers;
• Ourexhibitors and programme advertisers for their financial and professional support and for bringing to our attention the latest educational materials and resources;
• Theentire ECIS team for their tremendous dedication throughout the process of organising this event;
• Allofyou, our conference delegates, who have come from far and near to learn, share ideas and experience the activities of this annual Leadership Conference.
Have a great conference
Jean K Vahey eCIS executive Director/Ceo
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Keynote Speakers
Dr yong Zhao is an internationally known scholar, author, and speaker. His works focus on the implications of globalization and technology on education. He has designed schools that cultivate global competence, developed computer games for language learning, and founded research and development institutions to explore innovative education models. Dr Zhao has published over 100 articles and 20 books and is a recipient of the early Career Award from the American educational Research Association and was named one of the 2012 10 most influential people in educational technology by the Tech & Learn Magazine. He is an elected fellow of the International Academy for education and currently serves as the Presidential Chair and Associate Dean for Global education in the College of education, University of oregon, where he is also Weinman Professor of technology and Professor in the Department of educational measurement, Policy, and Leadership. Until December, 2010, yong Zhao was University Distinguished Professor at the College of education, michigan State University.
ECIS would like to thank The College Board for sponsoring Yong Zhao’s participation at this conference.
John Carr writes and consults about internet safety and security. He is one of the world’s leading authorities on children’s and young people’s use of the internet and associated new technologies. Recently John has also been working around issues of digital inclusion, particularly around older people’s and grandparents’ use of technology. John regularly contributes to tV and radio programmes on the subject of online safety and security. He writes a column for the Huffington Post UK and and has written about the internet for several newspapers and journals. In 2010, John was honoured with an oBe. He has also received an award for outstanding achievement in the field of online child safety from the Washington DC based Family online Safety Institute. In June 2012, John was appointed a Visiting Senior Fellow, in the Department of media and Communications in the London School of economics and Political Science.
ECIS would like to thank International School Services for sponsoring John Carr’s participation at this conference.
Patricia o’ Brien was appointed the Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and Un Legal Counsel in August 2008 where she oversees the office of Legal Affairs which is based at the Un Headquarters in new york. ms o’Brien has extensive experience of legal and international affairs. Prior to her appointment she held a number of senior legal positions in and out of Ireland. Immediately before taking up her position at the Un she served for five years as Legal Adviser to the Department of Foreign Affairs of Ireland where she advised on legal issues arising in Irish foreign policy, in particular public international law, human rights law and european Union law. She also served as a Senior Legal Adviser to the Attorney General of Ireland and as Legal Counsellor at the Irish Permanent Representation to the european Union in Brussels. earlier in her career ms o’Brien practiced law at the Irish Bar (1979-1988) and for one year at the Bar of British Columbia, Canada. Between 1989 and 1992 she held academic positions at the University of British Columbia, Canada. Patricia is also chair of the UnIS Board of trustees.
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John Carr
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Featured Speakers
Steve Barkley is internationally recognized for his ability to facilitate change. He has more than 30 years of experience working in classrooms, schools and universities building teacher capacity for heightened student success and is well-known for guiding school improvement through coaching, mentoring and professional development. Steve has worked with teachers at the International Schools all over the world and has also served as the facilitator of coaching workshops. Steve has presented at a variety of international conferences including the european Council of International Schools (eCIS), the mediterranean Association of International Schools (mAIS), the Alliance for International education (AIe), and the near east South Asia Council of overseas Schools (neSA). Steve’s dynamic energy and captivating style translate his extraordinary knowledge about life in the classroom and provide the necessary skills for effective change in individual teachers, teams and schools.
Sarah Daignault is an instructor at the Klingenstein Center at teachers College, Columbia University in new york City where she teaches master’s candidates about independent school finance. She also has a consulting practice working with schools and associations in the areas of operations, finance and governance. Sarah spent 12 years as the executive Director of the national Business officers Association (nBoA). Prior to founding nBoA, Sarah spent five years as the Business officer at Friends School of Baltimore and four years as the Business manager at Bryn mawr School for Girls. In addition to her experience in school finance and operations, she has extensive governance experience. During her 19 year tenure on the Board of Directors of the madeira School in Virginia, Sarah was the President of the Board for eight years. She currently serves on several boards and has served on the Board of the national Association of Independent Schools (nAIS) as well as three other independent schools.
Ian is a partner and director of more Partnership. Prior to this he spent nine years at InSeAD, the world’s leading international business school, latterly as executive Director of Development. Under his leadership The INSEAD Campaign – a business school for the world was launched in the autumn of 2004. the target of €200 million, one of the most ambitious of its kind in continental europe, was reached in December 2008. A sample of Ian’s consulting assignments include campaign support for Fondation ARC, École Polytechnique, a feasibility study for the International School of Brussels and campaign support for Utrecht University; strategic advice for Aiglon College and campaign support for the University of oxford’s £1.25bn campaign, UCL, Cambridge University Boat Club, moorfields eye Hospital and the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. Ian also works with the leadership development charity Leaders’ Quest and is a former Director of African medical and Research Foundation UK and is a holder of CASe’s Crystal Apple speaker award.
Dr marc Frankel is a senior consultant and partner in triangle Associates, an international consultancy specializing in higher, independent and international education. A psychologist by training, Dr Frankel facilitates governance workshops, leadership development programs, and strategic planning in the United States and around the world, and coaches numerous senior leaders in universities and independent schools. His clients include schools in europe, Asia and north America, including large and small institutions and tier 1 universities. Among his accomplishments are the development of evaluation methodologies for governing boards and senior academic and administrative leaders, co-founding the School Leadership Institute for the national Association of Independent Schools, and authoring or co-authoring numerous articles and white papers on issues in governance and leadership of schools and universities. He is a member of the governing board at the Wildwood School, Los Angeles and has been part of triangle Associates for over 16 years.
Steve Barkley
Sarah Daignault
Ian Edwards
Marc Frankel
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Featured Speakers
Dr Fran Prolman is an internationally recognised consultant specialising in educational leadership, school improvement and instructional strategies as well as communication skills, critical thinking and organisational development. much of her time is spent in multifaceted work with school systems throughout the United States focusing on teacher training methodology and administrative supervision and evaluation skills. Dr Prolman also facilitates workshops for teachers focusing on differentiated instruction, formative and summative assessment, classroom application of instructional strategies that enhance student achievement, critical thinking, and curriculum design for a standards-based classroom. over the last fifteen years, Fran has made many presentations at state, national, and international conferences.
Pearl Rock Kane is the Klingenstein Family Chair Professor for Independent School education at Columbia University’s teachers College in new york City. Professor Kane serves as the director of the Klingenstein Center and is the coordinator of the college’s education leadership programs for both public and private schools. Professor Kane taught and served as an administrator in public and private schools in michigan, massachusetts and new york. She is active on several Boards and is also a founding member of Brooklyn Prospect Charter School in Brooklyn, ny. Professor Kane is the recipient of a number of honors for exemplary teaching and she has received several awards. She is editor of The First Year of Teaching: Real World Stories by America’s Teachers, Independent Schools, Independent Thinkers and The Colors of Excellence: Hiring and Keeping Teachers of Color in Independent Schools. She has published numerous articles on issues of leadership, diversity, governance, and the attraction and retention of teachers. Her current areas of research focus on leadership transitions in independent and international schools and leadership and governance.
Judith Schechtman is a Senior Consultant and principal in triangle Associates, St. Louis, an international consulting firm specialising in leadership and organisational management. ms. Schechtman holds a masters degree in Social Work from Washington University, St Louis where she was formerly an adjunct professor. ms. Schechtman researches and writes extensively in the fields of leadership, governance, strategy and coaching in independent and international schools. She is co-founder and lead faculty for the Aspiring Heads Leadership Institute for nAIS and well as co-designer for a number of assessment instruments designed uniquely for independent and international schools. She is a regular speaker at conferences within north America, europe, and Asia.
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Pearl Rock Kane
Judith Schechtman
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Wednesday 3 April0800 ‐ 1600 PRE CONFERENCE INSTITUTE ‐ FINALSITE U INTERNATIONAL
Are you going to ECIS in April? Join us for finalsite University International Europe, an all‐day conference that gives international school administrators the chance to come together and network, learn about upcoming web trends and best practices, preview the latest software, and hear from finalsite founder and CEO Jon Moser.
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Jon Moser, President/CEO, finalsite, East Hartford, Connecticut, USA
1000 ‐ 1630Tiergarten I/II/III
PRE CONFERENCE INSTITUTE ‐ THE ESSENTIAL ROLE OF FUNDRAISING AND PHILANTHROPY IN ACHIEVING FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY FOR YOUR SCHOOLWhat can philanthropy achieve for your school? How do you, as a Head, Trustee or Director of Development, set realistic goals which tie in with your overall strategy? Which fundraising models work and why?
Make time to (re‐)assess your goals and development strategy at the CASE‐ECIS Masterclass for School Leaders, focusing on the theme of how fundraising and philanthropy can contribute to the financial sustainability of your school.
Topics covered at the workshop include:
• Which fundraising models work and why?• How do you reconcile the school's and board's views on fundraising priorities?• What is the relationship between fundraising and admissions?• What are the benefits of philanthropy rather than increasing tuition?• Can you integrate fundraising with alumni relations, communications and marketing?
Ian and Joelle have worked in advancement in a range of institutions across Europe, including INSEAD, University of Cambridge, and Shrewsbury School. Make sure you enjoy the combined benefit of these experienced professionals and use the opportunity to discuss challenges and stories with peers in a comfortable, fun environment.Ian Edwards, Partner, More Partnership, Villiers‐Sous‐Grez, FranceJoelle du Lac, Director of Advancement and External Affairs, Aiglon College, Switzerland
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Thursday 4 April0830 ‐ 1630 PRE CONFERENCE INSTITUTE ‐ SISG MASTER CLASS
The high performance school board
Governance is concerned with the issues of performance, control and accountability of schools. While for many, the term governance implies conformance and compliance and adherence to (often arcane) rules, the heart of governance is much more than acting as a back‐stop or safety net. The performance aspects of governance are often neglected but they are real and even slight changes in these key aspects can have large positive impacts on effectiveness. The major governance mechanism for enhancing the performance aspects is the school board. In this session, we shall examine what it takes to have a high performance board and also what gets in the way. We shall look at both composition and dynamics of boards and also how boards should assess their own performance. Through our discussion, we shall develop some targeted practical steps to deliver higher performance in your own particular context.
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Philip Stiles, Judge Business School, University of Cambridge, UK
0900 ‐ 1700 FULL DAY PRE CONFERENCE CULTURAL TOUR TO POTSDAM
If you visit Berlin and have time it would be a crime not to visit Potsdam – the perfect antidote to the hectic and pulsating streets of Berlin. Prussian royalty built their impressive palaces here in a beautiful park only 50 minutes south west of Berlin on the banks of the beautiful Havel River. After passing the Glienicke Bridge where American and Russian spies where exchanged during the Cold War, guests arrive at the first highlight – the Sanssouci Park. Here we included the visit of the palace Sanssouci including the beautiful park. Your English speaking guide will show you this beautiful park including its hidden treasures before we will continue visiting the famous Palace Sanssouci!
After lunch, your guide will take you to the old city Centre for a guided tour and to enjoy the afternoon! After this eventful day, the coach will bring you back to your hotel!
0930 ‐ 2000 ECIS REGISTRATION DESK OPEN
1000 ‐ 1400 HALF DAY PRE CONFERENCE CULTURAL TOUR ‐ BERLIN WALKING TOUR
We would like to suggest a Berlin walking tour, that focuses on the history from the 18th until the 20th century which marks the most important epochs of Berlin.
We will focus on the area around the German Parliament and Brandenburg Gate. Certainly we would also see some remains of the Berlin wall and the famous Checkpoint Charlie. As Berlin has undergone great changes in the last 20 years, we also should not miss to explore the new Berlin as it can be seen at Potsdamer Platz.
You can expect a great walking tour through the Berlin passing the most important sights! You English speaking guides will accommodate you will interesting background information and great stories!
During our tour the famous Berlin Currywurst should not be missed! Therefore we includes a Currywurst stop for the Group.
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Thursday 4 April1000 ‐ 1400 HALF DAY PRE CONFERENCE CULTURAL TOUR ‐ COLD WAR TOUR
This tour follows the often ghost like trail of the Death‐strip and Wall, retracing some of the more intriguing fortifications of its border from Guard Towers to tank traps.
Get an extraordinary insight into: what it meant to live in the eastern bloc's most Stalinistic State – the former GDR; successful and failed escapes where Border Command sooner followed the orders of 'shoot to kill' than allow the heinous crime of 'flight from the Republic'; how MI6 and the CIA tunnelled under the Wall and Soviet Zone and tapped into the Red Army's secret communications; the methods used by the Stasi to guarantee control of east Germany's population, from 'radiation tags' to "Day X" preparations.
During this 4 hour tour your English speaking guide will take you to the most impressing and shocking places of GDR history and give you insight to this part of German history. During our tour the famous Berlin Currywurst should not be missed! Therefore we includes a Currywurst stop for the Group.
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Friday 5 April0700 - 1745 ECIS REGISTRATION DESK OPEN
0730 - 1000 OPENING BREAKFAST SESSION
Welcome and Introductions Jean Vahey, Executive Director/CEO, ECIS
Welcome and Remarks Edward Greene, Chair, ECIS Board of Trustees and Director, International School of Amsterdam, Netherlands
ECIS Honorary Member Award Remarks: Niall Nelson Presentation: Edward Greene
IntroductionPearl Rock Kane, Klingenstein Family Chair, Professor of Education and Director, The Klingenstein Center, New York, New York, USA
Keynote Address Striking Balances as Chair of the Board of the United Nations International School and as United Nations Legal Counsel Patricia O’ Brien, the United Nations Legal Counsel and Chair of the Board of Trustees of the United Nations International School (UNIS) will speak about striking a balance both in her work as the UN’s senior lawyer and as the Chair of the board of a major international school. She will speak about some challenges facing the United Nations where it is necessary to be true to legal principles but also to be sensitive to the wider political context. She will also speak of challenges which have faced the UNIS board in recent times, and how she and the board have sought the best outcomes while always ensuring that students’ education remains the central goal. Patricia O'Brien, Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and UN Legal Counsel, USA
Potsdam I/III
1000 - 1045 COFFEE BREAK IN EXHIBITION AREA
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Friday 5 April1045 - 1145 INTEREST GROUP FOR HEADS AND TRUSTEES
Agenda:
1045 - 1100• Welcome & Introductions• Overview of survey results/choices for the conference and gathering of burning issues 1100 - 1120 Round Table Discussions - Suggested Subjects for Heads/Boards, Heads/Owners:• Effective Communication (sharing experiences good and bad)• Conflict resolution (sharing experiences/solutions)• Realistic Expectations (sharing experiences)
1120 - 1140• “Share Time” What is working in your schools? Or switch tables for continued round table discussions
1140 - 1145• Wrap up
Bellevue
Audrey Peverelli, Head of School, International School of Paris, FranceDavid Thomas, Chairman, ACS International Schools, UKSteve Barkley, Executive Vice President, Performance Learning Systems, Islamorada, Florida, USAAdele Hodgson, Consultant to ECIS, Europe
1045 - 1145 LEARNING FOR ALL WITH iPAD
Reluctant Learners? Difficulty expressing themselves? Allow freedom of expression with somebasic iPad Apps that allow students to demonstrate their learning in unconventional ways.
Charlottenburg I
Kurt Klynen, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1045 - 1145 INTEREST GROUP FOR SPOUSES
Agenda:
1. Introductions2. Purpose History and Mission of the Committee3. Communication Among Members4. Becoming a Committee Member5. Future Meetings
Charlottenburg II
Melanie Swetz, Chair, ECIS Spouses & Partners Committee, Bilkent Laboratory & International School, Turkey
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Friday 5 April1045 - 1145 INTEREST GROUP FOR SECONDARY ADMINISTRATORS
Agenda:
1045 – 1055 • Welcome and Introductions• Prioritisation of Agenda items
1055 – 1105• Professional development for secondary administrators:• What works best and when?
1105 – 1120 • Work – life balance; how do we achieve it?
1120 – 1130 • Evaluation/appraisal of secondary faculty
1130 – 1140 • Meeting the needs of those students who do not fit into the conventional model of post 16 education
1140 – 1145• Where to now? Issues to be discussed via online forum.
Charlottenburg III
Andrew Hand, Director of Campus, United Nations International School, New York, New York, USA
1045 - 1145 INTEREST GROUP FOR ADMISSIONS PERSONNEL
Agenda:
• Getting to know each other• Meeting AISAP• Discussion around needs for professional development of Admissions Professionals in view of the Interest Area Conference in Zurich in September.• Other topics as they arise
Köpenick I/II
Catalina Gardescu, Chair, ECIS Admissions Committee and Admissions Officer, American International School of Bucharest, Romania
1045 - 1145Schöneberg I/II/III
INTRODUCTIONS AND CONFERENCE SCHEDULE - BUSINESS FINANCE MANAGERS
There will be brief introductions of all participants as well as a review of the schedule for the conference. Participants will decide how best to use the time for Sunday morning.Barry Freckmann, Chair, ECIS Business/Finance Managers Committee and Business & Operations Manager, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicSarah Daignault, Consultant, Boulder, Colorado, USA
1045 - 1145 THE BASICS OF BRANDING - ADVANCEMENT
Why is it important for your school to have a brand? What does that even mean? How do you go about accomplishing it?
Tegel
Marcia De Wolf, ECIS Advancement Committee and Head of Community Relations, St John's International School, Waterloo, Belgium
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Friday 5 April1045 - 1145 INTEREST GROUP FOR ELEMENTARY ADMINISTRATORS
Agenda
1045 - 1100• Welcome & Introductions• Overview of Agenda and gathering of burning issues 1100 - 1120 Round Table Discussions - Possible topics:• Teacher Evaluation: Getting teachers involved• The Role of Elective/Specialist classes • First Language/ Foreign Language Programs • ESL Services/ Special Needs Services 1120 - 1135• Share Time-What is working in your schools? Any great ideas? 1135 - 1145• Wrap up/ Decision on Fall 2013 Conference Our leadership sessions are about your professional development (PD) and one way to help us all learn is by sharing our favorite learning tools or experiences from the past year. Please bring along the best PD book title, video, speaker, etc. that you have experienced. We look forward to welcoming you all to a productive and informative session!
Tiergarten I/II/III
Ji Han, Lower & Middle School Principal, Zurich International School, Switzerland
1200 - 1300Bellevue
STRIKING BALANCES AS CHAIR OF THE BOARD OF THE UNITED NATIONS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL AND AS UNITED NATIONS LEGAL COUNSEL
Follow on session to keynote address.Patricia O'Brien, Under-Secretary-General for Legal Affairs and UN Legal Counsel, USA
1200 - 1300 PAPERLESS ASSESSMENT WITH iPAD
The presenter will take you through the workflow of distributing and collecting all kinds of media from iPads, assessing the work there and then and sending it back to the student with in-depth feedback. The easiest marking with the greatest results.
Charlottenburg I
Petr Mára, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1200 - 1300Charlottenburg II
THE ACS CENTRE FOR INSPIRING MINDS: HARNESSING COLLABORATION AND UNLOCKING THE POTENTIAL OF TEACHERS TO INNOVATE AND IMPROVE PRACTICE IN SCHOOLS
Join us in an interactive session to explore a new and exciting initiative aiming to enable project – based collaboration. With emphasis placed on rigor, project management, and technological tools for ‘collaboration without boundaries’, learn how practitioners can work together to share their knowledge, skills, and expertise to improve educational practice.Tom Lehman, Head of ACS Centre for Inspiring Minds, ACS International Schools, UKDavid Thomas, Chairman, ACS International Schools, UKJill Rutherford, Non-Executive Director, ACS International Schools, UKGregg Glover, Consultant, ACS International Schools, UKDavid Melvill, ACS International Schools, UKBrianna Gray, Middle School Technology Teacher, ACS International Schools, UKLatifa Hassanali, Programme Manager, Centre for Inspiring Minds, ACS International Schools, UK
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Friday 5 April1200 ‐ 1300 MANAGING THE ADMISSIONS PROCESS
From the first hello at the front gate of the school, from eyes open with wonder, taking everything in with surprise, anxiety and emotion, to a relaxed hello on the first day of school, in the new classroom, welcomed by the new teacher and colleagues, the admissions process may be classified as “cut and dry”. For the person managing this process certain secrets of the trade help keep it alive, flexible enough and as consistent as it needs to be to ensure equality, efficiency and transparency. This session will provide helpful tips to focus on while helping the family as well as school’s faculty and staff through the steps of admitting a new student.
Charlottenburg III
Catalina Gardescu, Chair, ECIS Admissions Committee and Admissions Officer, American International School of Bucharest, Romania
1200 ‐ 1300 HIGH QUALITY GOVERNANCE IN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
This session will address the components of high quality governance in both for profit and not for profit international schools. Drawing on the breadth of ECIS experience in this field and the focus of the Diploma in Sustainable International School Governance. The workshop will also look at the importance of long‐term sustainability in relation to cultivating understanding, consensus and alignment around the school’s Mission and the Strategic Plan.
The approach will be highly inter‐active with a mixture of a presentation and relevant group exercises.
Köpenick I/II
Adele Hodgson, Consultant to ECIS, EuropeDavid Thomas, Chairman, ACS International Schools, UK
1200 ‐ 1300 MANAGING A SALARY STRUCTURE CHANGE
The Business Manager at Amman Baccalaureate School, implemented a major change in the non–teaching staff salary structure. He will lead as discussion about the process of developing a new structure and the communication within the school to successfully implement such a change.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Jorgen Hoeven, Bursar, Amman Baccalaureate School, Jordan
1200 ‐ 1300 WHAT'S YOUR STORY?
No matter who you are talking to, clarity about what differentiates your institution from others is critical. Creating a clear, consistent and compelling story is the basis for all your communications and is the essential platform on which all successful fundraising is built.
Tegel
Ian Edwards, Partner, More Partnership, Villiers‐Sous‐Grez, France
1200 ‐ 1300Tiergarten I/II/III
AP TODAY: HOW AP ENCOURAGES ACADEMIC RIGOR AND GLOBAL THINKING
The College Board's Advanced Placement Program (AP) is changing. Through course redesigns and an innovative multi‐modal diploma credential, the AP‐Cambridge Capstone Program, and the AP International Diploma, AP is fostering greater emphasis on essential skills and deep learning. This interactive session will focus on evolving academic opportunities available through AP.Clay Hensley, Director, International Strategy & Relationships, College Board, New York, New York, USAJudith Hegedus, Executive Director, College Board, New York, New York, USA
1300 ‐ 1400 LUNCH BREAK
Please go to one of the coffee stations for your complimentary buffet lunch. Don't forget to visit our exhibition areas and greet our exhibitors.
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Friday 5 April1300 ‐ 1400Bellevue
INTERNATIONAL AWARDS CEREMONY IN ASSOCIATION WITH THE INTERNATIONAL AWARD FOR YOUNG PEOPLEAll conference delegates and exhibitors are invited to attend this award ceremony at which public recognition will be given to those who have achieved significant accomplishment in the promotion of international education.Jean Vahey, Executive Director/CEO, ECIS, London, UKTim Smith, Head of Operations, Duke of Edinburgh's Award International Association, UK
1400 ‐ 1615 CREATING A COACHING CULTURE: LEADERSHIP’S ROLE
All staff members should be engaged in continual growth processes, supported by colleagues. Leaders can create a coaching climate and model their involvement by being coached and by coaching. Steve has assisted several international school heads and many USA districts in initiating a broad range of coaching efforts. Explore the “whys” and “hows” of a successful coaching program.
Bellevue
Steve Barkley, Executive Vice President, Performance Learning Systems, Islamorada, Florida, USA
1400 ‐ 1500 SAME LEARNING MATERIALS, NEW WORKFLOWS WITH iPAD
Wouldn't it be great to be able to use existing learning materials on your iPad? Well you can and it is not that hard. Discover tools and workflows that will help you reuse the materials you love to use in your class and how you can enhance the level of student engagement using iPad.
Charlottenburg I
Fons van den Berg, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1400 ‐ 1615Charlottenburg II
ESTABLISHING AN INSTITUTIONAL CULTURE INSPIRING INNOVATION IN EDUCATION
Establishing an Institutional Culture Inspiring Innovation in Education
Now more than ever there is a great demand on developing and adapting highly motivating and inspiring leadership approach appropriate to the unique needs of the 21st century Education.
Leaders of such Institutions must establish a culture fostering innovation in education. To do that an appropriate leadership approach, academic structure, leadership, curriculum, faculty leadership, and professional development must be adopted and effectively implemented.
ACS Athens is at the 7th year of the process of establishing such a culture with significant amount of evidence testifying the success of such an initiative. Participants will be exposed and work into designing such a frame work relevant to their institutions unique characteristics including implementation strategies, and assessment tools. Stefanos Gialamas, President, American Community School of Athens, GreeceSofia Hilentzaris, Vice Chancellor, University of Indianapolis, Athens Campus, Greece
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Friday 5 April1400 ‐ 1615Charlottenburg III
ADMISSIONS ‐ REWARDS OF TEAMWORK: EFFECTIVE STRATEGIC ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT
For years, a school's enrollment efforts have been viewed as a task, often more focused on the operational duties tied to the end result rather than a series of relationships and intersections of best practices. This session will:
(a) focus on the importance of clarity and collaboration to effective strategic enrolment management(b) discuss professional development and advocacy for Admissions Professionals(c) present a case study using AISAP to feature resources available to its members(d) provide a guided discussion about ethics, standards and competencies for Admissions/Enrollment Professionals.Janice Crampton, Executive Director, Association of Independent Schools Admissions Professionals (AISAP), Madison, Connecticut, USASam Stover, Assistant Director of Admissions, TASIS The American School in England, UK
1400 ‐ 1500 FUTURE OF LEARNING: EUROPEAN SCHOOLS NETWORK
The Future of Learning is a summer institute held annually at Harvard Graduate School of Education. The principle behind this session is to extend the ideas from this work into active practices in international schools.
Köpenick I/II
Simon Walker, Headteacher, Berlin British School, GermanyTobin Bechtel, Deputy Director, International School of Berne, Switzerland
1400 ‐ 1500 MOTIVATION ON A SHOESTRING; YOU DON’T HAVE TO BUY THE VIDEO!
This session will explore how managers can support, motivate and build teamwork amongst their staff members and the importance of making work interesting and enjoyable.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Jon Zurfluh, School Director, Anglo‐American School of Moscow, Russia
1400 ‐ 1500 SOCIAL MEDIA: YES OR NO?
In reality it’s no longer a question of “should we or shouldn’t we?” but when and how. This session explores how some schools not only decided to embrace social media but how they did so successfully. This is a step by step look at the world of social media and how it can be used successfully to further a school’s mission.
Tegel
Jon Moser, President/CEO, finalsite, East Hartford, Connecticut, USAMichaela Seeger, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Community Relations, Zurich International School, Switzerland
1400 ‐ 1615 DATA: WILL IT EVER CHANGE OUR SCHOOLS?
We all talk about the importance of data and many of us are using balanced scorecards, dashboards, and other data‐related tools. But what impact is the increased use of data having on our schools? Facilitated by two leading practitioners in the field, this interactive workshop will focus on best practice examples (scorecards, mobile assessment tools, grade analysis, benchmarking tools), emerging challenges (data overload, cultural acceptance, finding the time, the ‘so what?’), and provide participants with an opportunity to think about the practical reality of data management and school improvement.
Tiergarten I/II/III
Brian Bedrick, Managing Director, Interactive Data Partners, Charlotte, North Carolina, USADavid Willows, ECIS Admissions Committee and Director of External Relations, International School of Brussels, Belgium
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Friday 5 April1515 ‐ 1615 TODAY IN…WITH iPAD
Students can express their learnings in many ways. The presenter will bring several examples of students using the iPad to catalogue their learning, prepare notes for study and deliver engaging examples of learning using a few Apps for iPad. Learn, Remix and Share.
Charlottenburg I
Kurt Klynen, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1515 ‐ 1615Köpenick I/II
THE INTERNATIONAL LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT PROGRAM (ILMP): BALANCING THE 4 QUADRANTSWe have found the four quadrant model, which requires us to successfully balance the development of personal passion, collective passion, structures and systems and evidence, invaluable as a tool for leading and management. During this session we'll explain each of the four quadrants and discuss how a balance between them can be achieved.Martin Skelton, Director, Fieldwork Education, London, UK
1515 ‐ 1615 INTERNET SECURITY
This session will explore the risks the school faces by accessing the internet: risks to people and data. Then we will discuss the steps necessary to prevent those risks. What do you, your teachers and your students need to know?
Schöneberg I/II/III
John Mikton, Chair, ECIS IT Committee and Director of Technology, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicJennifer Rous, Chief Information Officer, Whiteford, Taylor & Preston, LLP, Baltimore, Maryland, USA
1515 ‐ 1615 WHAT MAKES AN EFFECTIVE WEBSITE?
An effective website is one of your school’s most important marketing tools. This session focuses on the key elements of an effective school website and examines how it impacts everything from admissions to fund raising.
Tegel
Clive Watkins, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Advancement, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicElizabeth Allen, Director of Online Communications and Alumni Relations, American School in London, UK
1615 ‐ 1645 COFFEE BREAK IN EXHIBITION AREA
Exhibition Area
1645 ‐ 1745Bellevue
EXPANDING HORIZONS: BLENDED AND ONLINE LEARNING FOR THE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Is your school ready for such an innovative disruption? This workshop will engage school leaders in a discussion regarding the benefits of online learning and the best practices to integrate a high‐quality online program in your school, using examples from international schools around the world and the innovative San Francisco Flex Academy, a blended model public school operated by K12. Kevin Page, Director, International School of Berne, Switzerland
1645 ‐ 1745 iPAD TEACHERS' TOOLKIT
Absolute essentials for teachers working with iPads. From self‐grading quizzes, automatic podcasting of lessons, brilliant and engaging presentations and easy distribution of content to students, The presenter has honed his Toolkit for Teachers down to his best 6.
Charlottenburg I
Petr Mára, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
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THE IMPORTANCE OF CULTURE ‐ SCHOOL AND NATIONAL CULTURES ‐ FOR SCHOOL LEADERS
The importance of positive school culture for increased student achievement is widely accepted. Join an experienced head and current researcher to explore and discuss the potential positive impact that greater understanding of national cultures and values can have, on developing a very productive and beneficial school culture.Darlene Fisher, Consultant, DJF International, Italy
1645 ‐ 1745Charlottenburg III
IS IT POSSIBLE TO TRANSPLANT A SCHOOL? THE INTERCULTURAL DIMENSION
Thinking about setting up a school or working in a new school in the Middle East? Is it possible to reproduce a school?
This experience will illustrate how the concept of international mindedness serves as a mediator in the development of international schools in the Gulf.Sergio Pawel, Chief Academic Officer, International School of London, UKAmin Makarem, Managing Director, International School of London, UK
1645 ‐ 1745 A BLENDED CURRICULA APPROACH ‐ CONTEXT AND CONTENT
Using a case‐study approach, the presenter will demonstrate how the Cambridge IGCSE curriculum can be successfully integrated within different school contexts, including International Baccalaureate schools. The speaker will provide details of how ABA Oman has used this approach to effectively prepare learners with the knowledge and skills they need for higher levels of education and life in a globalised world.
Köpenick I/II
Ann Gibson, Regional Manager, Europe, Cambridge International Examinations, UKTim Lakin, Regional Manager, Cambridge International Examinations, UKMona Nashman‐Smith, Superintendent, ABA ‐ An IB World School, Oman, Sultanate of
1645 ‐ 1745 FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
This session will be an extension of the Pre‐Conference session being led by Ian Edwards. He will explore the concept of financial sustainability and fundraising. Participants will be able to ask questions to create a dialogue around this topic from both the business perspective as well as the fundraising perspective.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Ian Edwards, Partner, More Partnership, Villiers‐Sous‐Grez, France
1645 ‐ 1745 INTERNAL & EXTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
Everyone in the school plays a role in communicating their school’s vision and mission. Effective communication does not come by accident; it is the result of careful and thoughtful strategic planning. This session looks at the myriad of communication tools available to today’s school administrators and how different departments use these tools to communicate their school’s mission.
Tegel
Maura Power, Director of Advancement, TASIS The American School in England, UKEmily McKee, Assistant Director of Admissions, TASIS, The American School in Lugano, Switzerland
1645 ‐ 1745 FAST FORWARD ‐ SHARING THE LATEST IN EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
Join affiliate members sharing their expertise of, and insight into their professions and trades and learn more about the future from the resources, equipment and services suppliers' side of the educational balance.
Please check the ECIS conference mobile site for updates and more information.
Tiergarten I/II/III
Steven James, Exhibition Manager, ECIS, London, UK
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Friday 5 April1800 - 1900 WELCOME RECEPTION
Please join us for a lovely evening reception in the exhibition area, to meet up with old friends and make new acquaintances.
Dress: Informal
Reminder: Name Tags Required for Admission
ECIS would like to sincerely thank Apple Inc. For sponsoring this Welcome Reception.
Exhibition Area
1900 - 2100 EXCLUSIVE EVENING TOUR OF THE GERMAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM (DHM)
We will be visiting the Germany Historical Museum (DHM). The museum shows changing exhibitions on historical and contemporary events in an exhibition hall designed by I. M. Pei. The permanent exhibition, “German history in images and artifacts,” in the Zeughaus building is dedicated to two millennia of German history in its European context.
Coaches will pick you up from the Intercontinental Berlin at 1900 and then return you back to the Intercontinental Berlin following the private tour of the Germany Historical Museum (DHM). Please note that you must have purchased a ticket to attend this event.
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Saturday 6 April0730 - 1730 ECIS REGISTRATION DESK OPEN
0730 - 1000 BREAKFAST PLENARY SESSION
WelcomeJean Vahey, Executive Director/CEO, ECIS
Welcome and Remarks Chris Bowman, Vice Chair, ECIS Board of Trustees and Director, International School of Luxembourg
Keynote Address Getting up to Speed – Helping Young People to Strike the BalanceTalking to a youngster recently I tried to describe how things were when I was his age where, essentially, no one saw a computer from one year, or decade, to the next. A puzzled look came across his face. “No computers? So how did you get on the internet?” There’s a whole new way of looking at the world and living in it that is gathering pace and as professionals who work with children and young people we all need to understand it a lot better.John Carr, Senior Visiting Fellow, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
ECIS would like to thank International School Services (ISS) for sponsoring John Carr’s participation at this conference.
Potsdam I/III
1000 - 1030 COFFEE BREAK IN EXHIBITION AREA
Exhibition Area
1030 - 1130 GLOBAL WOMEN'S GROUP SESSION
International education today requires confident, responsible and caring women to lead educators in meeting the challenges of an educational landscape that is rapidly changing. Believing that more women should take a 'leap of faith' to pursue and attain top leadership positions in schools, a group of women who have held senior leadership positions in international education have chosen to initiate the Global Women's Leadership Assembly to inspire, motivate, and support women in their pursuit of the CEO position in the global community of schools. Our objective is to provide practical information to help women attain their first school headship. We expect representatives from the head search organizations to attend the session. If you are a current school leader or aspire to become one, we encourage you to join us. Aspiring school leaders are welcome to bring along copies of their CV's--networking is an important step toward attaining that first headship. We see this session as interactive and engaging. In addition, an outline of the first Global Women's Leadership Assembly, which we hope to host in the near future, will be provided. Get involved…the number of leadership positions in international schools is predicted to increase in the upcoming years. It's your future and YOUR DAUGHTERS' futures we're considering!
Bellevue
Mona Nashman-Smith, Superintendent, ABA - An IB World School, Oman, Sultanate ofLinda Duevel, Director, International School of Stavanger, NorwayBeth Pfannl, ECIS Board of Trustees and Head of School, American Overseas School of Rome, ItalyCoreen Hester, ECIS Board of Trustees and Head of School, American School in London, UK
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Saturday 6 April1030 - 1130 READY, SET, LEARN WITH iPAD
The most valuable time in your class is the time you spend 1 on 1 with your students when they are actively learning. So why not use some simple tools that help you do so? Discover a flipped classroom style assignment workflow that allows you to be where the learning is.
Charlottenburg I
Fons van den Berg, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1030 - 1245 THE MISSION-DRIVEN SCHOOL
Through practical group work and sharing, this workshop will focus on harnessing the power of the school mission. Participants in this interactive session will explore ISP's mission-driven framework, and discuss the practical implications and potential impact of the school mission. Guiding Questions:-What are the components of a compelling school mission?-Are we “walking the talk?” Does my school’s mission match what we actually do? -When and how should the mission be revised or changed?-How can a school truly align itself with its mission?-How can the mission be leveraged to implement meaningful change?
Charlottenburg II
Arnie Bieber, Director, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicJohn Mikton, Chair, ECIS IT Committee and Director of Technology, International School of Prague, Czech Republic
1030 - 1130 DATA-DRIVEN SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION
Join FCD for a discussion of the power of data in a successful school-wide substance abuse prevention plan. FCD has helped dozens of international schools to successfully apply their own research within effective social norms approaches to prevention.
Charlottenburg III
Desirae Vasquez, Director of Program Services, FCD Educational Services, Newton, Massachusetts, USA
1030 - 1245 ROLE OF BOARD IN DRIVING SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT
This workshop will take a unique and interactive approach to strategic planning and the demands of twenty first century education. Facilitated by four experienced practitioners attendees will work in groups and be invited to listen, to share experiences and to discuss the strategic challenges international schools face and the possible solutions. The topics to be covered are:
1. Strategic demands of 21st Century Education2. How we plan strategically3. Converting the plan into measurable actions4. Managing the Data
Köpenick I/II
Adele Hodgson, Consultant to ECIS, EuropeThomas Hawkins, ECIS Board of Trustees and Director, St John's International School, Waterloo, BelgiumAmin Makarem, Managing Director, International School of London, UKBrian Bedrick, Managing Director, Interactive Data Partners, Charlotte, North Carolina, USA
1030 - 1130 FACILITIES MASTER PLANNING
Many ECIS schools have relativity new facilities that were built in the 80’s and 90’s. Those buildings are getting old. Are we planning well and developing the resources to address the necessary upkeep?
This above session will be presented by a panel of Business Managers and facilitated by Sarah Daignault.
Schöneberg I/II/III
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Saturday 6 April1030 - 1130 THE STORY TELLERS: ADVANCEMENT AND ADMISSIONS PART ONE
School marketing & communications departments have been creating and telling their school’s story for years with varying degrees of success. The first part of this two-part workshop looks at the elements of effective storytelling, from the strategic planning phase through the creation of the school’s vision and mission.
Tegel
David Willows, ECIS Admissions Committee and Director of External Relations, International School of Brussels, BelgiumLynn Wells, Chair, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Admissions & Advancement, American International School of Bucharest, Romania
1030 - 1130Tiergarten I/II/III
HOW DO WE KNOW IT IS WORKING? BOARDS AND HEADS EVALUATING SCHOOL PERFORMANCE
Using a multivariate approach, this session will focus on the collaborative process between head and board for measuring school performance.Judith Schechtman, Senior Consultant, Triangle Associates, Clayton, Missouri, USAMarc Frankel, Senior Consultant, Triangle Associates, Clayton, Missouri, USA
1145 - 1245 GETTING UP TO SPEED
Everything you wanted to know about the internet but were afraid to ask?
1. What sorts of technical tools are available for mobile devices and computers?2. Is it OK to monitor closely (“spy”?) on what young people are doing online?3. Is there any point in banning mobile devices from school premises?4. How do we deal with Facebook and YouTube?
ECIS would like to thank International School Services (ISS) for sponsoring John Carr’s participation at this conference.
Bellevue
John Carr, Senior Visiting Fellow, London School of Economics and Political Science, UK
1145 - 1245 LEARNING FOR ALL WITH iPAD
Reluctant Learners? Difficulty expressing themselves? Allow freedom of expression with somebasic iPad Apps that allow students to demonstrate their learning in unconventional ways.
Charlottenburg I
Kurt Klynen, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1145 - 1245 DEVELOPMENTS IN IB PROGRAMMES: ALIGNMENT AND INNOVATION
The IB’s Chief Academic Officer will update participants on developments in all four IB programmes, with particular emphasis on the growing alignment between the programmes and the stimulus that alignment is providing for new thinking and innovation. Time will be available for questions, comments, ideas and lively discussion.
Charlottenburg III
Judith Fabian, Chief Academic Officer, International Baccalaureate, Netherlands
1145 - 1245 FINANCIAL PLANNING
How are you planning for the future of the school? What discussions are happening at your school about its financial sustainability? This planning is where facilities, technology, reserves and investment planning intersect.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Sarah Daignault, Consultant, Boulder, Colorado, USA
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Saturday 6 April1145 - 1245 THE STORY TELLERS: ADVANCEMENT AND ADMISSIONS PART TWO
The second session looks at how Advancement professionals work with their Admissions colleagues to create and tell the story. This is a hands-on workshop that helps you create and tell an and
story for your school.
Tegel
David Willows, ECIS Admissions and Director of External School of Brussels, BelgiumLynn Wells, Chair, ECIS Advancement and Director of Admissions & Advancement, American School of Bucharest, Romania
1145 - 1245 FAST FORWARD - SHARING THE LATEST IN EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS
Join affiliate members sharing their of, and insight into their professions and trades and learn more about the future from the resources, equipment and services suppliers' side of the balance.
Please check the ECIS conference mobile site for updates and more
Tiergarten I/II/III
Steven James, Manager, ECIS, London, UK
1245 - 1345 LUNCH BREAK
Please go to one of the coffee for your complimentary buffet lunch. Don't forget to visit our areas and greet our exhibitors.
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1245 - 1345 ECIS LEADERSHIP COMMITTEE CHAIRS LUNCH MEETING
The chairs of all ECIS Leadership are required to this luncheon Köpenick I/II
Jean Vahey, Director/CEO, ECIS, London, UK
1345 - 1445Bellevue
MAKING GLOBAL ISSUES COME ALIVE WITH PULITZER CENTER JOURNALISM
The Pulitzer Center, an award-winning journalism organization based in Washington, DC, has a rich education program that uses its more than 300 projects as a springboard to dive deep into the world's challenges with students in the US and Europe. We will highlight what we can offer to ECIS schools, share some past models of success, and close with a presentation by Mustafah Abdulaziz, an American documentary photographer based in Berlin. Abdulaziz will present recent reporting from his “Water Is Gold” project, a long-term photographic exploration of the global issue of water and how we use and misuse our most precious resource.
Jon Sawyer, Executive Director, Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, Washington, DC, USA Mark Schulte, Education Director, Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting, Washington, DC, USA Mustafah Abdulaziz, Journalist, Berlin, Germany
1345 - 1445 PAPERLESS ASSESSMENT WITH iPAD
The presenter will take you through the workflow of and all kinds of media from iPads, assessing the work there and then and sending it back to the student with in-depth feedback. The easiest marking with the greatest results.
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1345 - 1445 STRATEGIC PLANNING FOR HEAD OF SCHOOL TRANSITIONS
A change in the headship is a major event for a school in that it affects every in the school. There needs to be a formalized, strategic process to facilitate a smooth This session presents guidelines on the roles of the Board, the Head and the entering Head during the period.
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ADMISSIONS: MAKING THE STORY OF THE SCHOOL PERSONAL TO EACH FAMILY
Now that the prospective family has read the school's story on the website and has viewed videos of the campus ‐ how do we make the on‐site visit more meaningful to each family? Let's brainstorm the following:
• Individual Tour vs. Group Tour• Who should offer the tour (admissions staff, student ambassadors or principals)?• Making the documentation more personalized• Treasure hunt for the young children• Is the admissions staff trained to address all types of families?• How do we speak to the different clients (parents, company reps)…what vocabulary do we use?Dale Braunschweig, Head of Admissions, Zurich International School, Switzerland
1345 ‐ 1600Köpenick I/II
GOOGLE APPS FOR EDUCATION IN YOUR SCHOOL: IMPLEMENTATION AND STRATEGIES FOR SCHOOL LEADERSThis hands on session will give school leaders strategies to integrate the Google Apps for Education suite of tools to support your schools learning community, collaboration, work flow and administration team. In addition we will explore how to set this up, the benefits, draw backs, and privacy issues associated with adopting a cloud based solution.
IMPORTANT: Participants are asked to have a Gmail account and laptop to participate in this session.John Mikton, Chair, ECIS IT Committee and Director of Technology, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicDan Taylor, Director, CloudSource Solutions, Czech Republic
1345 ‐ 1445 INCLUSIVE EDUCATION IN INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS
A chance to share school leaders’ experiences, successes, challenges and ideas around inclusive education. Through sharing, you will play a role in developing ECIS’s Inclusive Education Interest Group. This session is for school leaders who are running inclusive schools, those who are aspiring to do so, or those who are curious about inclusion in international education.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Stuart Pollard, Head of Primary School, International Community School, London, UK
1345 ‐ 1445 WHO SAYS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS CAN'T FUNDRAISE?
Also known as “the school’s almost full, the staff needs a raise and the board doesn’t want to increase tuition.” If your school doesn’t have additional revenue streams you could find yourself in this situation sooner than you think. Schools throughout the world have discovered that fund raising is not only possible in their community, it’s vital to their school’s financial sustainability. Starting with a sound strategic plan, this session shows how philanthropy and fund raising can enhance the financial sustainability of your school.
Tegel
Mike Miller, Partner, MLW Consultants, Watertown, New York, USAClive Watkins, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Advancement, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicBarry Freckmann, Chair, ECIS Business/Finance Managers Committee and Business & Operations Manager, International School of Prague, Czech Republic
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POLARITY MANAGEMENT: IDENTIFYING AND MANAGING UNSOLVABLE PROBLEMS
Strike the Balance With Polarity Management: Identifying and Managing Unsolvable Problems
Join us for a practical, high energy session on Polarity Management: skills for managing and addressing ongoing, chronic issues which are unavoidable and unsolvable. Expand your repertoire of strategies for managing the diametric poles which exist in your school.Fran Prolman, Educational Consultant, Great Falls, Virginia, USA
1500 ‐ 1600Bellevue
STRIKING THE BALANCE: THE IMPORTANCE OF AN EFFECTIVE MIDDLE YEARS CURRICULUM
This session will demonstrate how the International Middle Years Curriculum strikes the balance between transitioning primary students successfully into their first year of secondary school and preparing them academically, personally and internationally for the rigours of secondary school. Martin Skelton, Director, Fieldwork Education, London, UK
1500 ‐ 1600 SAME LEARNING MATERIALS, NEW WORKFLOWS WITH iPAD
Wouldn't it be great to be able to use existing learning materials on your iPad? Well you can and it is not that hard. Discover tools and workflows that will help you reuse the materials you love to use in your class and how you can enhance the level of student engagement using iPad.
Charlottenburg I
Fons van den Berg, Apple Distinguished Educator, Europe
1500 ‐ 1600 INTRODUCTION TO MAP AND SKILLS POINTER ASSESSMENTS
Northwest Evaluation Association provides adaptive, computer‐based assessments services to over 400 schools internationally. The NWEA MAP® tests track individual student academic growth and provide data for accreditation. This session is an introduction and overview for schools interested in using the NWEA tests.
Charlottenburg II
Dick Moody, Senior Account Executive, International Partnerships, Northwest Evaluation Association (NWEA), Portland, Oregon, USAShoshana Blauer, Account Executive, North West Evaluation Association (NWEA), Portland, Oregon, USA
1500 ‐ 1600 THE ADMISSIONS OFFICER ‐ AN EMOTIONALLY INTELLIGENT PERSON
A successful admissions officer needs to be emotionally intelligent to work effectively with all the various stakeholders. The role requires effective interaction with parents, students, various staff members (school secretary, Head, Advancement team, teachers etc), colleagues from other schools to request a reference and so forth. This session will explore the meaning of an emotionally intelligent personality and will look at providing tips on effective working relationships, keeping in mind that ultimately the most important role is to determine whether the prospective student and the school (as identified by mission) would make a good match.
Charlottenburg III
Claudine Hakim, Director of Admissions and Middle School Principal, International School of London in Surrey, UK
1500 ‐ 1600 CRISIS MANAGEMENT
This session will begin with a presentation by the Chief Operating Officer from the American Community School in Tunis (via Skype) and then the group will discuss the various aspects of crisis preparedness including risk assessment, insurance coverage, and security measures.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Faouzi Ben Sedrine, Chief Operating Officer, American Community School in Tunis, TunisiaSarah Daignault, Consultant, Boulder, Colorado, USA
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Saturday 6 April1500 ‐ 1600 AMERICAN SCHOOL OF LONDON'S ANNUAL FUND: HISTORY OF SUCCESS
One international school successfully launched an Annual Fund and went from zero to 1.7 million pounds a year in one decade. This session features the unique perspective of ASL’s Advancement Director who is sparking new initiatives to keep the fund growing. Learn how to start and grow a successful Annual Fund in an international school.
Tegel
William Vaughan, Advancement Director, American School in London, UK
1600 ‐ 1630 COFFEE BREAK IN EXHIBITION AREA
Exhibition Area
1630 ‐ 1730 ECIS STATISTICAL SURVEY
The ECIS statistical survey allows you to benchmark your school in the areas related to enrolment, curriculum, teaching class sizes, student/teacher ratio, budget, IT, remuneration, salary and benefits. The features of the survey are:
1. You will be able to complete the survey at your own pace and by sectionsYou will be able to analyse the sections that you have completed.2. There is a customised reporting tool that will allow you to compare your school against other schools in all areas of its operation (enrolment, curriculum, region, compensation, benefits, etc.)3. Any analysis you run will update the nominal values and the currency so that you have an accurate picture and compare apples to apples.
This session is a "hands on" session designed to answer any questions you may have.
Bellevue
Richard Herbert, IT Manager, ECIS, London, UKErik Hohenstein, ECIS Consultant, London, UK
1630 ‐ 1730 ECIS iTUNES U
This informal session will provide a brief overview of what ECIS iTunes U is and how it benefits participants and ECIS members in general. After an introduction, the rest of the time will be spent on Q&A with attendees.
Charlottenburg I
Leah Treesh, ECIS ICT Committee and ECIS iTunes U Consultant, LT Learning Technologies, Germany
1630 ‐ 1730Charlottenburg II
STRIKING THE BALANCE ACROSS ABILITY LEVELS: WHAT CAN STANDARDISED TESTING TELL YOU ABOUT THE HIGHLY ABLE READERS IN YOUR CLASSROOM?What can reading assessments tell us about students of high ability, and how is this of use in classrooms?
This session discusses some of the research data from PISA.Lynn Sendy‐Smithers, Research Fellow, Australian Council for Educational Research, Australia
1630 ‐ 1730 CAN THE IB DIPLOMA PROGRAMME BE TAUGHT AND LEARNT ONLINE?
Pamoja Education in agreement with the IB, develops and delivers IB Diploma courses online. Over 1000 students in more than 250 schools around the world, take online courses. During this session participants will explore some features of the online courses, what it entails for schools and students and how can this support schools expand their IB Diploma Programme.
Charlottenburg III
Luz Maria Gutierrez Vittini, Senior Consultant, Pamoja Education, Oxford, UK
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Saturday 6 April1630 - 1730 THE BOARD AND THE HEAD - SEARCH, SUPPORT AND SUCCEED
One of the principle functions of an effective board is to recruit, effectively work with and evaluate the head of school. This workshop will not only examine the board's role and responsibilities in relation to the growing complexities of the recruitment process but also the best means to identify the right candidates and manage the transition. Through a highly interactive approach, which will incorporate the use of case studies the presenters will also work with the participants to examine team building, conflict resolution, the latest trends in salaries and benefits and the sustainable development of a strategic culture. The workshop will provide invaluable insights into a meaningful approach to head evaluation and annual goal setting within the demands of the school's mission and strategic plan.
Köpenick I/II
Adele Hodgson, Consultant to ECIS, Europe
1630 - 1730 BUSINESS MANAGERS COMMITTEE MEETING
Meeting time for all ECIS Business Managers to select new representatives for the conference planning committee as well as discussing other issues affecting the group.
Schöneberg I/II/III
Barry Freckmann, Chair, ECIS Business/Finance Managers Committee and Business & Operations Manager, International School of Prague, Czech Republic
1630 - 1730 ADVANCEMENT PROFESSIONALS DISCUSSION
Open discussion and brainstorming:
• ECIS Conference Perceptions• Advancement Committee’s role within ECIS• Advancing our profession throughout the year• Proposals for ECIS Conference Program 2014• Advancement Committee for 2013-2014
Tegel
Marcia De Wolf, ECIS Advancement Committee and Head of Community Relations, St John's International School, Waterloo, BelgiumMichaela Seeger, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Community Relations, Zurich International School, SwitzerlandBeatrice Caston, Admissions, Communication and Development Director, International School of Dusseldorf, GermanyClive Watkins, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Advancement, International School of Prague, Czech RepublicLynn Wells, Chair, ECIS Advancement Committee and Director of Admissions & Advancement, American International School of Bucharest, Romania
1845 - 0100 ECIS EVENING DINNER
Dress: Smart Casual
All registered delegates are invited to attend the ECIS Buffet Dinner. Please meet promptly at the main entrance of the Intercontinental Berlin at 1845 for transportation to the Wasserwerk.
Enjoy a selection of German food in an informal setting of a former pumping station. We will have a live Jazz band as well as other music.
Shuttle buses will operate between the Wasserwerk and the Intercontinental Berlin from 2130 Until 0100 when the last bus will leave for the Intercontinental Berlin.
Reminder: Name Tags Required for Admission
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Sunday 7 April0800 - 1245 ECIS REGISTRATION DESK OPEN
0800 - 1015 BREAKFAST PLENARY SESSION
Welcome and RemarksChrissie Sorenson, Treasurer, ECIS Board of Trustees and Director, International School of Dresden, Germany
An Annual Statistical Update on Growth & Developments in the International Schools Market This presentation will remind delegates about how dramatically the international schools market has grown, give an update on developments over the last year, look at some figures for ECIS member schools, and present the latest ISC Research forecasts for global market growth.Nick Brummitt, Chairman, The International School Consultancy Group, UK
Keynote Address Two Education Paradigms: What Defines a World Class Education The world needs creative and entrepreneurial talents who are globally competent to take advantage of the opportunities brought about technology and globalization and tackle the tough challenges facing human beings. But our schools are being pushed to produce homogenous, compliant, and employee-minded test-takers, as a result of seductive power of the traditional education paradigm. In this presentation, Dr Yong Zhao challenges the traditional paradigm, debunks the myth of international tests such as PISA and TIMSS, and proposes a new paradigm of education aimed to cultivate diverse, creative, and entrepreneurial talents. Dr Yong Zhao, Presidential Chair and Associate Dean for Global Education in the College of Education,University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, USA
ECIS would like to thank The College Board for sponsoring Yong Zhao's participation at this conference.
Potsdam I/III
1030 - 1130Bellevue
WORLD CLASS EDUCATION: EDUCATING CREATIVE AND ENTREPRENEURIAL STUDENTS
Dr Zhao proposes a new paradigm of education. In this presentation Yong Zhao will discuss the triad model of education to prepare global, creative, and entrepreneurial talents that include: personalized curriculum/educational experience, product-oriented learning, and the globe as the campus. Yong Zhao will present specific details of each element.
Point 1: Educating Creative and Entrepreneurial Students: Personalization and Strength-based CurriculumPoint 2: Educating Creative and Entrepreneurial Students: Product-oriented LearningPoint 3: Educating Creative and Entrepreneurial Students: The Global Campus
Dr Zhao’s presentations is based on the massive amount of evidence from a variety of sources he gathered for his new book World Class Learners: Educating Creative and Entrepreneurial Students (Corwin, 2012) and his Catching Up or Leading the Way: American Education in the Age of Globalization (ASCD, 2009).
ECIS would like to thank The College Board for sponsoring Yong Zhao's participation at this conference. Yong Zhao, Presidential Chair and Associate Dean for Global Education in the College of Education, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon, USA
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Sunday 7 April1030 - 1245
IINTERNATIONAL SCHOOL IMPROVEMENT THROUGH ACCREDITATION: WHAT CAN IT DO FOR YOU?
This workshop will highlight several issues facing school leaders and board members. The content will draw on the gained by CIS through the of the 8th of the
protocol. It will focus specifically on using as a vehicle for school improvement, models of governance against the Standards for
examining outcomes and developing plans for school improvement. We will examine key • How do I best use the self-study process to engage the community and foster improvement?• How do I know how well my school is performing?• How do I align school strategic planning with the cycle?Graham Ranger, Director of Services, Council of Schools, Netherlands
1030 - 1130 DO PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR TEACHERS, MAKE A DIFFERENCE ?
Training teachers for a countries needs or developing them for a global arena?. This workshop looks at how the teaching standards in countries across the world differ. The new Standards in England have become more insular addressing Values”. Does this have for teachers to
Schools?
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Paula Askew, Academic Director for CPD and Outreach, St Mary's University College - School of Middlesex, UK
1030 - 1245 III
FROM SYSTEMS TO CULTURE: THE TRANSITION TO ENGAGED PROFESSIONAL LEARNING
Join the presenters for an workshop on the of an engaged and professional learning environment in schools. Presenters will share their own experiences, challenges,
and that arose when a yet low cost, 2-year project that mobilised hidden resources within an Independent school.Edmond Maher, Head of School, DYP Antwerp School, BelgiumChintha Dissanayake, Chartered Psychologist and Director, Oxford Psychometrics, UK
1030 - 1245Köpenick I/II
LEADING WITH SOUL: INSTRUCTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN THE MIDST OF CHANGE
Strike the Balance Through Leading With Soul: Leadership In the Midst of ChangeJoin us for an and session, which strikes the balance through your leading with soul.
strategies which address community building, a sense of hope and trust, building a cycle of giving and a belief in individual significance will create the balance that nourishes our souls. Expand your repertoire of strategies for becoming a visionary, soulful and balanced leader.Fran Prolman, Consultant, Great Falls, Virginia, USA
1030 - 1130 SHORT SUBJECTS
The Business Managers will define small breakout sessions Friday morning to be presented in this time block to cover the topics they most need to explore while they are together in Berlin.
Facilitator: Sarah Daignault
Schöneberg I/II/III
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• After Cyprus - A Brave new world for depositors and savers• An introduction to EU law on bank deposit insurance• What is meant by bailing in depositors when credit institutions fail? What are your risks?• How to assess the quality of the banks in which your deposits are placed
Sunday 7 April1030 - 1130 ADMISSIONS & ADVANCEMENT COMMITTEES JOINT SESSION
Review of ECIS 2013 April Administrator’s Conference and discussion of common goals.
This session is open to ECIS Admissions and ECIS Advancement Members.
Tegel
Catalina Gardescu, Chair, ECIS Admissions and Admissions Officer, American School of Bucharest, Romania
Lynn Wells, Chair, ECIS Advancement and Director of Admissions & Advancement, American School of Bucharest, Romania
1030 - 1245 LEADING WITH QUESTIONS
leaders ask much more than tell. Whether groups or guiding individual staff, student, or parent conferences, the right can guide and thinking. Steve will provide a
framework for planning conferences and discussions. Bring your scenario of an upcoming and prepare some to apply your learning and make it real.
Tiergarten I/II/III
Steve Barkley, Vice President, Performance Learning Systems, Islamorada, Florida, USA
1145 - 1245 ECIS UPDATE INCLUDING THE STATISTICAL SURVEY
Jean Vahey, ECIS Director, and various board members will provide an update of the and share the new that ECIS is undertaking. The uses of the Survey data
will be presented. This is an opportunity for people to provide input into the and ask any The plan is for an open dialogue.
ECIS Board of Trustees
Bellevue
Jean Vahey, Director/CEO, ECIS, London, UKErik Hohenstein, ECIS Consultant, London, UK
1145 - 1245 INNOVATION AND ASPIRATIONS: STRIKING THE BALANCE
The Alliance for (AIE) organizes global conferences in alternate years which, based on an strand structure, bring together individuals and with a view to
the of intercultural understanding through The recent very successful AIE conference in Doha had and as its theme. This session will begin by providing a short overview of the Alliance, including its recent and schools act as a focus for but, for to succeed, support for
is Ideas and experiences brought together through the AIE can provide support for schools in striking the balance between and and in forging partnerships for their A number of ideas from the Doha Conference will be shared, as the basis for an open discussion of how these might be helpful to schools in their own developments for the future.
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Darlene Fisher, Consultant, DJF l, Italy
1145 - 1245 ARE YOUR SCHOOLS’ DEPOSITS SAFE? A BRAVE NEW WORLD FOR DEPOSITORS IN EUROPE
Jean-Pierre Casey, Director, Investment Advisory - Russia/CIS/Eastern Europe, Barclays Wealth, London, UK
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Sunday 7 April1145 ‐ 1245 ECIS ADMISSIONS COMMITTEE MEETING
This meeting welcomes the newly formed ECIS Admissions Committee in a conference debriefing session and early stages planning of the Interest Area Conference in Zurich in September 2013. The 5 members of the ECIS Admissions Committee will be discussing strong points and weak points of the Admissions strand in Berlin, will liaise with Janice Crampton Executive Director, Association of Independent School Admission Professionals AISAP and will start the planning discussions for the Interest Area Conference to be hosted by the Zurich International School in September 19 – 21, 2013 – Breaking Ground – Setting Standards in International Schools Admissions.
This session is open only to the ECIS Admissions Committee and AISAP Representative.
Tegel
Catalina Gardescu, Chair, ECIS Admissions Committee and Admissions Officer, American International School of Bucharest, Romania
1245 ‐ 1315 LUNCH BREAK
Please go to one of the coffee stations for your complimentary buffet lunch. Don't forget to visit our exhibition areas and greet our exhibitors.
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EXHIBITORS 2013Catch up with your suppliers and meet new ones.Make a visit to the exhibitors a priority.Sixty ECIS Affiliate Members are promoting the latesteducational resources, products, services, materials andtrends.
Opening Times
> Friday, 5 April: 10.00 - 16.45> ECIS Welcome Reception, 18.00 - 19.00> Saturday, 6 April: 10.00 - 16.30> Sunday, 7 April: 10.00 - 13.15
Complimentary coffee and tea will be available in the exhibition areas. TheWelcome Reception on Friday evening and lunches will also be servedamong the exhibitors.
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Furniture Accessories, Design, Insurance, OutdoorEducation, Internship, School Management Services,Curriculum, Websites, Admissions, Enrollment,Assessment, MIS, Accrediation, Photography, Policy,Resources, Research, Examinations, Facility Management,Fundraising, Publishing, Magazines, Prospectuses,Technology, Substance Abuse Education, GraduationGowns, Financial Advice, Qualifications, DataManagement, Online Education, Jounals, ProfessionalDevelopment, Software, Planners, Furniture, ICTConsultancy, Yearbooks, Alumni Management,Recruitment, Fee Billing, ...and more.
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Advisory Matters ICT Ltd Stand: 1
Email: [email protected] Web: www.advisorymatters.co.uk
Gareth Davies, Olwen Davies
Advisory Matters has supported international schools to empower learners and teachers through ICT since 1992. An
approved provider for the "International Technology in Education Mark", a scheme that accredits ICT in schools worldwide, it
provides bespoke advice and a continuing professional development programme delivered face-to-face or online.
Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) Stand: 13
Email: [email protected] Web: www.acer.edu.au
Peter McGuckian, Jan McGuckian, Lynn Sendy-Smithers
The Australian Council for Educational Research (ACER) is one of the world's leading educational research centres, committed
to creating and distributing research-based knowledge, products and services to improve learning across the lifespan in both
formal and informal settings.
Balfour Company Stand: 34
Email: [email protected] Web: www.balfourinternational.com www.balfour.com
Karen Burbach-Barker, Lisa Schwartz
Balfour is the recognized leader in recognizing people!
Contact us for your CLASS and CHAMPIONSHIP RINGS, GRADUATION ANNOUNCEMENTS, DIPLOMAS and DIPLOMA COVERS,
CAPS and GOWNS, CERTIFICATES, AWARDS and YEARBOOKS. We also provide LETTER JACKETS, AWARD LETTERS and
CUSTOM PATCHES. Balfour is proud to have served the needs of Schools in Europe and the world for over 45 years!
Blackbaud Europe Ltd Stand: 31
The Tower Building, 11 York Road, London SE1 7NX, UK
Tel: +44 207 921 9647
Email: [email protected] Web: www.blackbaud.co.uk
Tristanne Searle, Stephen Clark, Justin Weik
With more than 130 Independent School customers, Blackbaud is one of the largest and most experienced providers of
alumni management solutions to the Independent School sector. Blackbaud understands that Schools face the difficult
challenge of balancing shrinking resources and heightened expectations in an increasingly competitive environment. That's
why the smartest schools depend on Blackbaud.
Cambridge International Examinations Stand: 28
1 Hills Road, Cambridge, CB1 2EU, UK
Ann Gibson, Ian Harris
University of Cambridge International Examinations is the world’s largest provider of international education programmes
and qualifications for 5 to 19 year olds.
Our qualifications are taken in over 160 countries and recognised by universities, education providers and employers across
the world.
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Introducing the International Schools’ Assessment (ISA)
Each year, the ISA is used to assess over 60 000 grade 3-10 students from over 75 countries in mathematical literacy, reading and writing. The ISA makes it possible to monitor your students’ performance over time and to confirm that your internal assessments are aligned with international expectations of performance.
“Last year we used the ACER test for the first time . . . We were very impressed with the tests, the feedback/report from yourselves and how these tests really fit into our school. With this said we will be using the tests again this year.”
JAMES HAMILTONDirector of Elementary Education, Riverstone International School, USA
“As a senior assessor for a large international educational organisation, and in various roles in international schools, I have some experience in assessment matters, and am hugely impressed by the tests and the reporting systems. I was initially a bit sceptical about their value, but having seen the system through once, am a convert and believe that they are a superb tool. The longitudinal graphics are arresting and serve as an excellent method of drawing staff into a statistical analysis that would otherwise be rather impenetrable for many. ”
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Capita SIMS International Stand: 45
Email: [email protected] Web: www.sims.co.uk
Greg Martin
SIMS International is a leading management information system used by over 100 schools worldwide, supporting schools in
over 40 countries. Specialists in the independent sector for over 30 years, SIMS International supports schools in managing
student and staff information across all areas of school life.
Carney Sandoe & Associates Stand 52
Email: [email protected]
Fred Wesson
Carney, Sandoe & Associates is an educational recruitment firm that places teachers and administrators in private,
independent and like-kind (charter, magnet, pilot and merit) schools across the nation and worldwide. CS&A have placed
over 27,000 teachers and administrators in independent schools since 1977. CS&A has worked successfully with over 1,500
schools in 46 states and 26 countries providing exceptional recruitment and search services available.
CEM Centre, Durham University Stand: 25
Email: [email protected] Web: www.cemcentre.org
Lisa Harkness, David Martin
The Centre for Evaluation & Monitoring (CEM), part of Durham University, is the largest provider of computer-adaptive
assessments outside the US, providing information to teaching professionals and authorities for over 25 years. For more
information please visit www.cemcentre.org/international
Center for Advancement and Study of International Education - CASIE Stand 57
Email: [email protected]
Cindy Toland
CASIE works with educators to promote international understanding through education programs, consulting, advocacy,
research, discussion, policy planning and workshops. CASIE is an IB Workshop Provider for over 1,500 teachers per year, as
well as a partner of Harvard Graduate School of Education, Project Zero Perspectives.
CES Holdings Ltd Stand: 5
Email: [email protected] Web: www.cesholdings.com
Terry Johnson
CES is the UK's largest supplier of educational resources to international schools. With over 30 years experience supplying
books, equipment and furniture from all leading UK & US brands we currently work with several hundred schools in over 125
countries. The market leading 'one-stop-shop' for all your educational resources.
Chair Slippers Stand 44
Email: [email protected] Web: www.chairslippers.com
Ronny Richardson
ChairSlippers are Pre-Cut Miniaturized Tennis Balls with Extra Thick rubber cores that Protect Classroom Floors as well as
Eliminate Classroom Noise from sliding chairs and desks, thus providing a better learning environment for students and
teachers. 3 Sizes and 5 Colors. They are Scientifically Engineered to last for Years of use! They also come with a 2 year
guarantee! Come by Booth 44.
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Chelstoke International Stand: 41
Email: [email protected] Web: www.chelstokeinternational.com
Jonathan Holland
Chelstoke International s niche consultancy market is school Facility Master Planning & Architectural Design for new build
and expansion of schools - with 30+ years experience working in partnership with Boards and Directors - on some 155
International School projects across 63 countries. Chelstoke designs and delivers School remodelling, extension and new
build projects.
ClaSS Information Services Stand: 19
Email: [email protected] Web: classis.co.uk
Stuart Johnson
ClaSS IS places effective and affordable information management within the reach of every size of school. Our student
information system is a complete management, assessment and communication solution, tailor-made for some of Europes
largest international schools. We work with schools in 7 countries and have over 10 years experience focused on teachers
and the classroom.
Clements Worldwide Stand: 36
Email: [email protected] Web: www.clements.com
Kevin Darrell
Clements International is the leading provider of insurance for expatriates, international schools, multinational businesses
and relief organizations. Founded in 1947, Clements offers worldwide auto, property, Scholars health, life and commercial
insurance with superior customer service and claims response to customers in more than 170 countries.
Council of International Schools Stand 39
Email: [email protected] Web: www.cois.org
Graham Ranger
CIS is a not-for-profit membership association of schools and post-secondary institutions that defines standards and provides
services that support the continuous improvement of international education.
Duke of Edinburgh's Award International Association Stand: 60
Email: [email protected] Web: www.intaward.org
Tim Smith
The International Award for Young People is an exciting self-development programme available to young people worldwide
between the ages of 14 and 25 to equip them with life skills to make a difference to themselves, their communities and the
world. Over 7 million young people from over 135 countries have participated in a variety of voluntary and challenging
activities.
Endicott College Stand: 33
Email: [email protected] Web: www.endicott.edu/internationalmasters
Richard Pacheco
Founded in 1939, Endicott College has an educational philosophy that combines a core curriculum in liberal arts with
outstanding opportunities for professional study. The hallmark of an Endicott education is the internship experience that
allows students to apply theoretical study in a hands-on work environment.
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etr tours Stand: 6
Email: [email protected] Web: www.etrtours.com
Andrea Cotting
For over 20 years, etr tours has provided tailor-made student group tours for international schools around the globe. etr’s
unique and highly personalized approach coupled with specialist destination knowledge allows for each and every tour,
whether to Asia, Africa, Latin America, Europe or the Middle East, to be balanced, time-efficient and fully customizable based
on each group’s specific requirements.
ETS Global Stand: 8
Email: [email protected] Web: www.etsglobal.org
Franziska Rühl
FCD Educational Services Stand: 42
Email: [email protected] Web: www.fcd.org
Desirae Vasquez, Tom Gee
FCD Educational Services is the leading international nonprofit provider of school-based substance abuse prevention services.
Since our founding in 1976, we have educated well over a million students, teachers, and parents in over 40 countries on five
continents. We have provided countless school leaders and staffs with the guidance and training needed to proactively plan,
implement, and evaluate comprehensive, effective approaches to substance abuse prevention.
Fieldwork Stand: 20
Email: [email protected] Web: www.greatlearning.com
Victoria Watson, Clare Sutton, Steven Mark, Martin Skelton, Graham Reeves, Robin Belles, Gillian Brinded
For 25 years Fieldwork Education has been working with schools throughout the world to help improve learning through four
distinct ways: School Management Services, Curriculum (namely the International Primary Curriculum and the International
Middle Years Curriculum), Professional Development Support and Evaluation and Assessment Programmes. Fieldwork
Education runs the ILMP program with ECIS.
finalsite - Web Software and Services for Schools Stand: 18
Email: [email protected] Web: www.finalsite.com
Clive Ungless, Jonathan Moser, Debbie Eisenach
Since 1998, finalsite has been bringing cutting-edge web design and web software to leading independent schools, colleges,
and organizations around the world. finalsite currently serves over 400 independent schools and a total of over 1000 schools
and educational organizations of all types in 40 different states in the U.S. and in 42 countries across the globe.
Findel Stand: 53
Email: [email protected] Web: www.findel-education.co.uk
Anna Re
Findel Education continues to be the leading independent supplier of educational resources and pedagogic toys to global
educators. Our overriding mission is to continue to be the choice for educational resources in the international market place,
by offering a world class portfolio of brands and an extensive range of innovative and engaging resources that meet the
requirements of the global educational market.
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Tailor made student travel for international schools is the only thing we do.
Why do international school teachers and administrators around the globe continually choose etr?
l our 23 years of experience
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Follett International Stand: 14
Email: [email protected] Web: www.follettinternational.com
Anna Garcia-Cosio
Follett helps to improve learning everywhere by providing schools with innovative education and technology solutions. Follett
supports student achievement through industry leading school and library management systems, learning platforms, as well
as print and eContent for libraries and classrooms supporting both US and UK curriculum. The 5th generation family business
was founded in 1873.
Furlong Business Solutions Stand: 43
Email: [email protected] Web: www.furlongsolutions.com
Stephen James
More than 170 independent schools in the UK and in twelve other countries across Europe, Asia and South America trust
Furlong to fulfil their vital Management Information and fee billing needs, Furlong has developed, supports and continuously
enhances SchoolBase®, a powerful establishment-wide Management Information system and web portal, and FeeMaster®,
the flexible, fee-billing application.
GEMS Education Stand: 38
Email: [email protected] Web: www.gemseducation.com
Jamie Wilkes
GEMS manages a growing network of nearly 100 high quality international schools around the world. As a leading
international education provider, we are interested in meeting education professionals around the world. If you would like
to know more about opportunities with GEMS, come and meet us.
Gillmann & Soame Stand: 27
Email: [email protected] Web: www.gillmanandsoame.com
Anne Hughes
Gillman & Soame (established in 1840) photograph the majority of independent schools in the UK including Eton, Harrow and
Wycombe Abbey. We also work with Oxford and Cambridge University. Since 2006 we have photographed whole school
groups and portraiture in Spain, Portugal, Germany, Belgium, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We can photograph up to 1700 pupils on
our patented staging which is unique in mainland Europe.
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt International Publishers Stand: 58
Email: [email protected] Web: www.hmhinternational.com
Scott Topliss
The world’s largest provider of educational products and solutions for pre-K–12 learning, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt develops
and delivers interactive, results-driven learning solutions that advance teacher effectiveness and student achievement.
Through curricula excellence and technology innovation, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt collaborates with schools,
administrators, teachers, parents and students.
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inRESONANCE Stand: 2
Email: [email protected] Web: www.inresonance.com
Kevin McAllister, Ryan McFarlane
inRESONANCE (iR) is a strategic productivity partner for schools and nonprofits. Our suite of intelligent, open customizable
FileMaker Pro database solutions and related web applications brings control and flexibility to key operations - fundraising
and constituent management, admissions and enrollment, and registrar functions - with the simplest user interface on the
market.
Integrated Benefits Stand: 17
Email: [email protected] Web: www.ifpsonline.com
Jonathan Levy
Integrated Benefits provides financial services to international organizations ranging from retirement planning, investment
planning, US tax consultancy, life insurance and health insurance. The company delivers benefit solutions that are carefully
designed and cost effective. Integrated Benefits representatives emphasize personal service through on-site visits, individual
consultation and educational seminars.
Interactive Data Partners Stand: 15
Email: [email protected] Web: www.interactivedatapartners.com
Brian Bedrick
Data dashboards that show your most important information on a single screen with interactive features that allow you to
drill down to see more details as needed. This online tool provides immediate access to the data you need to communicate
with the board, guide your important decisions, and much more.
International Schools Services - ISS Stand: 35
Email: [email protected] Web: www.iss.edu
Bruce McWilliam
ISS...the leader in advancing the quality of international education for children in international schools by providing
innovative services and solutions for learning communities and corporations throughout the world.
International Supply Teachers Stand: 37
Email: [email protected] Web: www.teachersonthemove.com
Shelley Rowlands
IST is the only agency with an extensive register of carefully interviewed, highly qualified and experienced international
substitute teachers. IST teachers are ALWAYS available to travel immediately, to fill any short to medium term emergency
vacancy. We recruit experienced teachers for emergency substitute positions in international schools predominantly in Asia,
Africa, Europe.
Itslearning Stand: 47
Email: [email protected] Web: www.itslearning.com
Coles Wilkinson
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JBI International Insurance Brokers Ltd Stand: 11
Email: [email protected] Web: www.jbionline.com
John Brown
JBI have been independent insurance brokers for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our customer service and professional
advice to international schools, individual/family and groups. We have a representative at the ECIS conference stand 11
waiting to talk to you about your insurance needs. Please visit us today. Website: www.jbionline.com
John Catt Educational Ltd Stand: 26
Email: [email protected] Web: www.johncattbookshop.com
Alex Sharratt, Jonathan Barnes
Established in 1959, John Catt Educational has become a leading publisher for international education. On behalf of ECIS,
John Catt publish IS (International School) magazine, the International Schools Journal, and the professional development
books The Effective Series. Our range of school directories includes The John Catt Guide to International Schools, covering
over 2500 schools worldwide.
Jostens Inc Stand: 32
Email: [email protected] Web: www.jostens.eu | www.jostens.fr
Kerri Dolena-Villoingt
Jostens is a leading provider of graduation and recognition products with worldwide representation and service. Product lines
include yearbooks, caps and gowns, diplomas and covers, class rings, awards, plaques, trophies, and letter jackets. Our
award-winning online yearbook program includes a private social media platform, educational tools, and a comprehensive
support structure. Jostens is proud to have served international schools for over 40 years.
K12 Stand: 50
Email: [email protected] Web: www.k12.com
Aaron Schmitberger
K12, Inc. is a leading accredited provider of online education solutions for international schools. We offer single course or
full-time enrollment options from our 185+ course catalog. Each course is supported by a highly qualified teacher; is
developed by a team of content and learning experts; and is grounded in cognitive science research.
LCG Teacher Supply Stand: 9
Email: [email protected] Web: www.k12.com
Carol Fitzsimons, James Fitzsimons, Niall Nelson
LCG Teacher Search is a new, dynamic Search and Recruitment Company which is dedicated to helping our clients,
International Schools worldwide, recruit the best teachers and school administrators available. We work with International
Schools to understand their ethos and their talent acquisition requirements.
ManageBac Stand: 46
Email: [email protected] Web: www.managebac.com
James Barker
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JBI International Insurance Brokers Ltd Stand: 11
Email: [email protected] Web: www.jbionline.com
John Brown
JBI have been independent insurance brokers for over 30 years. We pride ourselves on our customer service and professional
advice to international schools, individual/family and groups. We have a representative at the ECIS conference stand 11
waiting to talk to you about your insurance needs. Please visit us today. Website: www.jbionline.com
John Catt Educational Ltd Stand: 26
Email: [email protected] Web: www.johncattbookshop.com
Alex Sharratt, Jonathan Barnes
Established in 1959, John Catt Educational has become a leading publisher for international education. On behalf of ECIS,
John Catt publish IS (International School) magazine, the International Schools Journal, and the professional development
books The Effective Series. Our range of school directories includes The John Catt Guide to International Schools, covering
over 2500 schools worldwide.
Jostens Inc Stand: 32
Email: [email protected] Web: www.jostens.eu | www.jostens.fr
Kerri Dolena-Villoingt
Jostens is a leading provider of graduation and recognition products with worldwide representation and service. Product lines
include yearbooks, caps and gowns, diplomas and covers, class rings, awards, plaques, trophies, and letter jackets. Our
award-winning online yearbook program includes a private social media platform, educational tools, and a comprehensive
support structure. Jostens is proud to have served international schools for over 40 years.
K12 Stand: 50
Email: [email protected] Web: www.k12.com
Aaron Schmitberger
K12, Inc. is a leading accredited provider of online education solutions for international schools. We offer single course or
full-time enrollment options from our 185+ course catalog. Each course is supported by a highly qualified teacher; is
developed by a team of content and learning experts; and is grounded in cognitive science research.
LCG Teacher Supply Stand: 9
Email: [email protected] Web: www.k12.com
Carol Fitzsimons, James Fitzsimons, Niall Nelson
LCG Teacher Search is a new, dynamic Search and Recruitment Company which is dedicated to helping our clients,
International Schools worldwide, recruit the best teachers and school administrators available. We work with International
Schools to understand their ethos and their talent acquisition requirements.
ManageBac Stand: 46
Email: [email protected] Web: www.managebac.com
James Barker
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LCG Teacher Search Ltd Stand: 9Email: [email protected] Web: www.lcgteachersearch.comCarol Fitzsimons, James Fitzsimons, Niall NelsonLCG Teacher Search is a Recruitment Company which places Primary, Secondary Teachers and School Administration Personnel in International Schools overseas. We offer a bespoke personal service to both teacher and school and aim to find a “best fit” between teacher and school. The founders of LCG Teacher Search have a long history in Executive Search and Selection and is assisted by an Advisory Board of International Heads of School.
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Nelson Thornes Stand: 51
Email: [email protected] Web: www.nelsonthornes.com/international
Claire Saunders
Nelson Thornes is a leading educational publisher providing engaging and creative learning resources of the highest quality to
support teachers and motivate students of all abilities. We listen to and understand the needs of our customers and offer a
wide portfolio of effective classroom resources designed to enhance and enrich the teaching and learning experience, truly
bringing learning to life.
Northwest Evaluation Association - NWEA Stand: 40
Email: [email protected] Web: www.nwea.org
Shoshana Blauer
The Northwest Evaluation Association, a non-profit organization, engages in ongoing, supportive relationships with
partnering school districts and education agencies throughout the world.
Pamoja Education Stand: 24
Email: [email protected] Web: www.pamojaeducation.com
Luz-Maria Gutierrez
Pamoja Education is a social enterprise working in cooperation with the IB to provide online Diploma Programme courses.
The online courses, taught by highly qualified and experienced IB teachers, support the IB’s initiatives to increase global
access to the Diploma Programme. Pamoja Education is fully accredited by The Schools Commission of the Western
Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) as a Supplementary Education Program/Center. Profits benefit the McCall
MacBain Foundation, supporting health and education in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Peak Learning Stand: 21
Email: [email protected] Web: www.examcraft.ie
Philip O'Callaghan
Peak Learning provides range of services to schools under the following business divisions: - 4Schools.ie provides high quality
student journals, prospectuses and websites. - educationcareers.ie is a second level teacher recruitment website.
- The Super Generation provides seminars on Learning to Learn and on Leadership to students and their teachers. -
examCRAFT provides mock exams for students prior to their final examinations.
Rediker Software, Inc Stand: 16
Email: [email protected] Web: www.rediker.com
Toni Jacobs
Do you have an APPLY NOW button on your website? Increase enrollment and improve recruitment with online admissions
applications from Rediker Software. We bring your applications online, and provide a complete admissions solution from
inquiry to enrollment. Rediker Software is the trusted choice for international schools in more than 110 countries.
SchoolAdmin Stand: 48
Email: [email protected] Web: www.schooladmin.com
Elyn Roberts
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School Improvement Network Stand: 56
Email: [email protected] Web: www.schoolimprovement.com
Chet Linton
School Improvement Network provides the industry’s most effective professional development with tools for classroom
observation, standards training, differentiated instruction, online community, and more that integrate with PD 360, the
world’s largest PD platform. Educators receive focused training from 120 experts on 97 topics in 1,500 videos filmed in over
3,000 real classrooms with best practices.
School of Education St Mary's University College Stand: 59
Email: [email protected] Web: www.smuc.ac.uk
Lorna Goodwin, Paula Askew
St Mary's University College was founded in 1850 as a teacher training institution. Since then the university college has
grown and offers a range of single and combined honours degrees. The School of Education offers both primary and
secondary teacher training programmes plus CPD and MA programmes for serving teachers.
Schoolyard Stand: 61
Email: [email protected] Web: www.schoolyard.com
Mark Bistline
Schoolyard builds powerfully featured open source websites for international schools. Our system is built in Drupal, allowing
us to provide our services at an extremely affordable price. Visit our stand for a demonstration.
Stenden University Stand: 4
Email: [email protected] Web: www.stenden.com
Peter Elting. Iris van Werven
ITEPS, International Teacher Education for Primary Schools, the first full bachelor programme, which trains students as
teachers in International schools. ITEPS is carried out by a consortium of four universities: University College Sealand,
Buskerud University College, Linnaeus University and Stenden University. If you are interested in collaboration, such as
practice schools, projects, visiting lectureship and possibility for your students to enroll in this programme, please visit us.
Teachers International Consultancy (TIC) Stand: 22
Email: [email protected] Web: www.ticrecruitment.com
Amy Bardsley, Gemma McSweeney
TIC are specialists in international school recruitment and training with over 25 years experience. We work with many ECIS
member schools already and have recruited 100 of teachers to IB, UK, and USA curriculum schools.
Teachers' Wealth Stand: 23
Email: [email protected] Web: www.scfinance.cz
Tim Cox
Teachers' Wealth provide dedicated and trusted financial advisory services to international schools and their staff worldwide.
Specialising in transferring frozen UK pensions to offshore Qualifying Recognised Overseas Pensions Schemes (QROPS), free,
impartial and independent advice is also available in respect of offshore savings, investments, pension planning and all
aspects of teachers' financial advisory needs.
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Texas Instruments Stand:49
Email: [email protected] Web: www.education.ti.com
Dirk Ritschel, Gerhard Stolz
TI-Nspire math and science solution offers powerful, easy-to-use handhelds, software and data collection technology that
helps students achieve deeper concepts’ understanding. Teachers gain immediate insight into student understanding and the
ability to adjust instruction with TI-Navigator. Accessible across multiple technologies already familiar to students, TI-Nspire
experience includes high-quality professional development for educators and an extensive library of classroom-ready,
standards-aligned content.
The International Educator Stand: 30
Email: [email protected] Web: www.tieonline.com
Nikki Gundry, Forrest Broman
TIE is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting links among the American and international schools network reaching
teachers, administrators and schools worldwide. TIE publishes a quarterly newspaper and maintains an interactive website
with current job postings and a searchable Resume Bank.
TTS Group Stand: 62
Email: [email protected] Web: www.tts-ecat.com
Steve Williams
TTS has been established for more than 25 years and is part of RM Plc. TTS has one of the largest ranges of early years and
elementary resources available to global educators. We are able to provide international schools throughout the world with
their entire curriculum requirements. Including, Maths, Literacy, ICT, PE, PHSE, History, Geography, Music, Art, Special Needs,
just to mention, a few.
Unique Publishing Limited Stand: 7
Email: [email protected] Web: www.uniquediaryproductions.ie
James McManus
Unique Publishing specialises in the design and production of personalised communications materials for schools and
colleges including Student Diaries/Planners, Homework Journals, Prospectuses, Annuals, Yearbooks and Websites.
University of Northern Iowa Stand: 29
Email: [email protected] Web: www.uni.edu/placement/overseas
Tracey Godon, Bob Frederik
The University of Northern Iowa (UNI) Overseas Placement Service has provided services to the international education
community for nearly 40 years. UNI’s services revolve around the annual UNI Overseas Recruiting Fair, held each year in
early February. Over 130 schools and 700 certified educators attend the event. Since 1976, UNI has served nearly 26,000
educators. UNI is home to the oldest international recruiting event in the world. To learn more:
www.uni.edu/placement/overseas
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Email: [email protected] Web: www.veracross.com
Aaron Vogelzang
Veracross is a comprehensive, integrated school information management system that combines the power of web-based
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Virco Inc Stand: 10
Email: [email protected] Web: www.virco.com
Joseph Roantree
Virco Inc, the largest manufacturer and supplier of educational furniture and equipment in the United States, offers a full line
of environmentally friendly, ergonomic furniture to international schools worldwide.
WCBS International Limited Stand: 12
Email: [email protected] Web: www.wcbs.co.uk
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PASS for financial management including fee-billing, and webALUMNUS for online management of former pupils.
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