Disrupting the Narrative
Principal Charles R. Hunt II is a veteran urban school leader with over twenty years of experience serving minority subgroups in urban school settings. He is currently the principal of Ron Brown College Preparatory High School in Washington D.C., an all-male high school that was created to prepare males...
Bilingual European School (BES): Fostering Confidence, Creativity, and Critical Thinking in Both Italian And English
Imagine walking into a school where children are not just learning but exploring the world through the eyes of great adventurers like Jules Verne and Italo Calvino. This is what makes the Bilingual European School (BES) in Milan unique. Founded in 1999 by Deborah Chillver and her husband, Luca...
Canadian School of Florence: Where Global Education Meets Local Excellence
The Canadian School of Florence, once known as Blyth Academy of Florence, is a welcoming international school for children aged 3 to 18. The school first opened its doors in Florence in 2017 with the Senior School (Grades 9 to 12). Over the next few years, they expanded, adding...
ICS Milan International School: Shaping Future Leaders with a Global Perspective
When you step onto the campus of ICS Milan International School, you immediately sense a world where education is more than just academic achievement—it’s about shaping the global citizens of tomorrow. For Antonia Giovanazzi, Executive Principal at ICS Milan, this mission is personal. “Our goal is to prepare each...
A Case for Vocabulary: Implementing Content Area Literacy in Middle and High Schools
Dr. Terry Ross is a transformational leader and literacy expert dedicated to educational excellence. With a proven track record in fostering growth mindset principles, Dr. Ross has led significant improvements in academic achievement and school performance. As the inaugural principal of Getwell Elementary School and former principal of Kingsbury...
The Importance of Teacher-Parent Relationships and How They Can Improve Student Outcomes
Dr. Brian Cunningham, born in Memphis and raised in Oakland, Tennessee, is the Principal at West Junior High School in Oakland, TN. He has a Master of Education degree from Cambridge College and both his Educational Specialist degree and Doctorate of Education in Administration and Supervision from Freed-Hardeman University....
Bridge to the Future: How Small, Rural School Districts Can Lead the Way in STEM Education
Dr. Surrency is in his 46th year of education serving as the elected superintendent of the Putnam County School District in his 2nd term. After serving as a school teacher, assistant principal, and principal for 38 years, he retired and ran for the office of superintendent in 2016. Putnam...
Cultivating an Innovative Educational Ecosystem
Ngô Thành Nam is the Principal and Academic Director of the Elementary MOET Program at Inspire Schools, Vietnam. With an impressive career spanning various educational roles, he has made significant contributions to the academic landscape. Formerly the Head of Educational Technology Department and Deputy Head of Primary Department at...
Fostering Inclusive Learning Environments by Embracing Identity Texts
Esra Osman is an articulate children’s book author who is committed to fostering inclusive and diverse learning environments that empower students to embrace and celebrate their unique identities. After graduating with a first-class bachelor’s degree, Esra continued her academic journey by obtaining a Master’s degree in Education focused on...