Honoring Tradition While Pursuing Innovation
Christopher Herman is the Head of School at Garden School, a Nursery to Grade 12 independent college-preparatory day school in New York City. Prior to Garden School, he was Head of School at AIM Academy in Philadelphia, an independent day school serving bright children who learn differently. Chris is...
New Summit Academy Costa Rica: Helping Young Minds Connect Inward and Act Outward
When the first group of students arrived at New Summit Academy Costa Rica in 2005, they didn’t just step into a school but literally helped build one. With cabins to paint, desks to assemble, and a student handbook to write, those early students who are now affectionately known as...
Inspiring Young Minds through Innovative Education
With over 20 years of experience, and a distinguished career spanning several continents, Michelle began her journey as a Physical & Outdoor Education teacher in New Zealand before extending her horizons to England, and thereafter to Asia. The past 12 years in Malaysia has seen her making a significant...
Is AI Taking Over or Joining in?
Joshua Levenson is an Executive Headteacher in London, leading a highly successful primary school celebrated for its exceptional performance and strong community ethos. He supports leadership development and school improvement across London, mentors new headteachers, and collaborates with universities on teacher training. Passionate about global citizenship and inclusive education,...
A Call to Action: We Must Do Better for Our Children, Our Students
Michele Gay, founder and executive director of Safe and Sound Schools, is an internationally recognized leader in comprehensive school safety. After the tragic loss of her daughter, Josephine, in the Sandy Hook School shooting, Michele turned her grief into action, dedicating her life’s work to protecting and educating school...
Personalized Learning, Global Citizenship: A Framework for the Modern Classroom
Nam Ngo Thanh is an educational leader, innovator, and advocate for equity-driven, holistic learning. Currently serving as the school leader in Vietnam, he brings over a decade of experience in school leadership, teacher training, and educational transformation. Nam is the co-founder of the Vietnam Innovative Educators Foundation (VIEF), a...
Fostering Academic Excellence and Student Wellbeing
James Kemp is an experienced international school leader, educational consultant, and published writer. Currently the Deputy Head of School at Mooltripakdee International School in Pattaya, Thailand, he has over 15 years of experience in education across the UK, South America and South East Asia. Passionate about leadership through service,...
How to Sell to Schools: As VC and Federal Funding Dries up, International Edtech Markets Hold the Key
With more than 30 years’ experience in the K-12 EdTech sector, Michael E. Spencer is CEO and Founder of Global Expansion Strategies, a Silicon Valley-based growth, advisory and investment firm that works with education companies to expand globally. He is also a sought-after investor, board member and advisor for...