MAGAZINE

October 2024

Must-Watch Boarding School in 2024

We invite you to explore the stories and insights we’ve gathered in this issue, from educators to alumni, all sharing the powerful impact international boarding schools have on their lives. Whether you're an educator, parent, or student, we hope you’ll find inspiration in the journeys shared here.

COVER STORY

Branksome Hall

Empowering Young Women to Become Compassionate Leaders and Global Changemakers

At the heart of Branksome’s success is its mission: ‘Each day, we challenge and inspire girls to love learning and to shape a better world.’ This ethos isn’t just a phrase—it’s a daily practice that comes to life through a rich culture of experiential learning, social-emotional development, and personalized support.

FEATURED LEADER

An Inspiring Educator Focused on Developing Well-Rounded, High-Achieving Students

Simon Mills, Headmaster of Haileybury Almaty

At Haileybury Almaty, Simon emphasizes the importance of environmental literacy. He is a firm advocate of integrating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the curriculum, making sustainability as crucial as digital or financial literacy.

FEATURED SCHOOLS

Rome International School

Empowers Students to Become Compassionate Global Citizens

RIS is proud to be the only school in Rome authorized to offer both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Programme and the IB Diploma Programme, ensuring a seamless academic journey that nurtures inquiry, critical thinking, and a global perspective.

FEATURED SCHOOLS

Concordia International School Shanghai

Where Academic Excellence Meets Global Perspective in A Vibrant, Nurturing Community

At Concordia International School Shanghai, education isn’t just about acing tests or mastering subjects—it’s about nurturing the whole student. From intellectual growth to emotional, social, and even spiritual development, the school aims to create well-rounded individuals who are prepared to thrive in life.

FEATURED SCHOOLS

The Atonement Catholic Academy

A Diverse, Faith-Centered Institution Committed to Academic Excellence and Holistic Development

Today, The Atonement Catholic Academy remains steadfast in its mission: to form disciples of Christ through classical wisdom and virtue. Its students are not only challenged academically but are also encouraged to lead lives of courage, integrity, and service, embodying the virtues that define the school’s commitment to shaping the leaders of tomorrow.

MENTOR’S MANTRA

The Crucial Role of Educational Consulting in Enhancing Student Success

Craig Aarons-Martin, CEO of CCM Education Group

Craig Aarons-Martin proudly serves as the CEO of CCM Education Group, an education consulting agency and progressive think tank dedicated to co-creating solutions in school leadership, cultures of belonging, change management, and equity.

ADMIN PERSPECTIVE

Preventing Truancy = More School Funding

Dr. Rebecca Good, Semi-Retired Superintendent/CEO/Founder at R Good Education Services

Dr. Rebecca Good is a recently retired educator who has been a teacher, principal, central staff executive director, and school superintendent in the Dallas area. She is also a nationally sought-after educational expert, who is often heard on podcasts, TV, and radio stations across the country talking about the latest hot education topics.

ADMIN PERSPECTIVE

A Path to Inclusive School Environments

Dr. Sheldon Berman, Lead Superintendent for Social-Emotional Learning for AASA, The School Superintendents Association

Dr. Sheldon Berman, having been a superintendent across 28 school years, is currently the Co-chair of the Special Olympics National Education Leadership Network and Lead Superintendent for Social-Emotional Learning for AASA, The School Superintendents Association.

ACADEMIC VIEWS

The Rise of Family-owned International Schools

Marwa Elgezery, Founding Head, Sakura International School

Marwa Elgezery is the Founding Head of Sakura International School, a role she took on in April after a distinguished seven-year tenure as the K-12 principal at Kansai International School.

ACADEMIC VIEWS

Five Essential Considerations for Administrators to Strengthen Their Intervention Systems

PJ Caposey, Advisory Board Member, Institute for Education Innovation

PJ is a best-selling author of ten books, a dynamic speaker, and a transformational leader and educator with an incredible track record of success.