This issue of K12 Digest brings together a range of perspectives from educators, thinkers, and practitioners who are navigating similar questions in their own contexts. Each piece, in its own way, reflects the tension between progress and purpose.
Steve Lupton, Head of School, Australian International School Singapore
An experienced international educator and school leader, Steve Lupton has held leadership positions across Australia, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates and now Singapore, bringing a global perspective grounded in strong values and high expectations.
Becky Lovelock, Head, Pocklington School Foundation
As the first female Head in the school’s 500-year history, Becky Lovelock blends rich tradition with forward-thinking innovation, ensuring every pupil is known, valued, and encouraged to thrive in a warm, low-pressure environment.
Joseph Thanin Dhammalongkrot, International School Leader & Governance Advisor
Formed within the Catholic educational tradition, Joseph approaches leadership as enterprise stewardship rather than campus management. He advocates measured modernization, scalable academic systems, and governance alignment that protect institutional identity while ensuring long-term sustainability.
Jonathan Mace, Head of Senior School, Strathallan School
Jonathan Mace is Head of Senior School at Strathallan School in Scotland, a leading independent co-educational boarding and day school. Prior to this promotion, he held the Senior Deputy Head post at the school having moved north of the border in 2022 from his Housemaster position at Cheltenham College.
Jessica Walker, Deputy Principal Central, West Leadership Academy
Jessica Walker is an Australian educational leader and former finance professional with over two decades of experience spanning investment markets, strategic analysis and secondary education.
Blake Roberts, Deputy Principal, Vienna International School
Dr. Blake Roberts is an experienced educational leader currently serving as the Secondary School Deputy Principal at Vienna International School. His diverse professional journey has spanned multiple sectors and regions, including work in public and private schools in the United States, as well as international schools in South Korea and Austria.
Cielo Superticioso, EdTech Executive, Victoria School
Guided by principles of empathy, inclusivity, and collaboration, Cielo works closely with educators to build confidence in new tools and foster a culture of continuous growth.