COVER STORY
From Presence to Practice: How Learning Walks and SMART Feedback Strengthen Instructional Leadership in K–12 Schools
Dr. Raymond J. Schmidt, Head of School, Magen David Academy (MDA)
Dr. Raymond J. Schmidt is an accomplished education leader with over 30 years of global experience in teaching, coaching, and school leadership. He began his career in Chicago in 1994 and later worked across the U.S., the Middle East, and Latin America, earning a Master’s degree in Education and...
FEATURED SCHOOL
J. Addison School: Where Learning Becomes Belonging
Editorial Team
Set just north of Toronto, the city of Markham offers a rare balance. It is close enough to the cultural energy, universities, and opportunities of Toronto, yet grounded in the calm, safety, and openness that families value. As one of Canada’s leading hubs for technology, business, and life sciences,...
The Alice Smith School: Growing Global Minds with Purposeful Education
Editorial Team
Founded in Kuala Lumpur by Alice Fairfield-Smith with a clear purpose to deliver high-quality British education, The Alice Smith School began as a small teaching community and has since grown into one of the most respected not-for-profit international schools in the region. Over the decades, the school has developed...
ACADEMIC VIEW
Cultivating Global Citizens for Tomorrow
Emiliano Cori, Head of School, H-FARM International School Venice
Emiliano Cori is Head of School at H-FARM International School Venice. Educated in the humanities, with a background in classical studies and philosophy, he has held senior leadership roles across international schools in Europe. An experienced IB practitioner, he serves as an IB evaluation team leader and has contributed...
Building Schools That Put People Before Pace
Abigail Furey, Deputy Director (Academic), International School of Monaco
Abigail Furey is an accomplished international educator and serves as Deputy Director (Academic) at the International School of Monaco. Her work is guided by a clear educational philosophy that places students at the centre of decision-making, valuing individuality, lived experiences, and cultural identity while preparing learners to thrive as...
ADMIN PERSPCTIVE
Building a Culture of Excellence and Character
Chris Bradbury, Principal, Radford College
Chris Bradbury, Principal at Radford College, is a distinguished and visionary educational leader whose dynamic contributions have elevated school leadership, teaching excellence, and student achievement in many school contexts. Throughout his career as a Principal and systems leader, Chris has championed improvements in academic outcomes, student wellbeing and inclusive...
Empowering Learners for a Brighter Future
Timothy Barraud, Principal, Balmoral State High School
Timothy Barraud is a highly respected Queensland educational leader recognised for leading transformative and future-focused educational innovation. As Principal of Balmoral State High School, he has strengthened curriculum leadership, built staff capability, and restored community confidence through strategic, people-centred reform. Known for clarity, authenticity and inclusive leadership, Timothy champions...







