Presentations

This session takes a hard and honest look at how mental and physical wellbeing are inseparable from authentic leadership.

Drawing on 16 years of diverse education experience, combined with 5 years of research, Andrea will discuss our current wellbeing paradox, share her wellbeing theory Eudaimonic Education® and suggest we can no longer talk about wellbeing separate to sustainability.

What will the “new normal” look like for mathematics learning after this global pandemic? This presentation will discuss the lessons learned during this challenging time and share different practical strategies to engage students both in the virtual environment and for in-person learning.

In our pursuit of leaving a profound and lasting impact on the schools we serve, this workshop invites you to explore the transformative power of coaching in leadership.

World-renowned speaker and wellbeing expert Dale Sidebottom, founder of The School of Play, invites you to an energising 45-minute keynote designed for every person in the room, educators, leaders and innovators alike. In an age of AI and accelerating technology, the skills that matter most are profoundly human: connection, creativity, resilience and joy.

Too often, dominant groups justify their privilege and power in international schools through stories. They tell myths, fictions, and lies of non-racism. They seek to explain why the status quo exists and tell stories defining reality as they see fit. But such stories are at odds with the way many People of Color experience international schools. This keynote shares counter-stories or a counter reality that gives insight into the experiences of one Black international educator.

Working with origami models of geometric 2D and 3D objects provides a practical starting point for exploring mathematics and a visual means of inspiring and exciting learners.

Dale's keynote will set the tone for an incredible conference, reminding us that education is not just about knowledge—it’s about engagement, connection, and joy. Come ready to laugh, learn, and leave with powerful strategies to bring more energy, fun, and impact into your teaching practice.

This keynote will be followed by a panel discussion: Spotlight on Linguistic Equity in International Schools where Ceci will lead a panel of teachers of MLLs and leaders of international schools to tackle some of the big questions around linguistic equity practices in their communities.