COVER STORY

North Cedar Academy: Nurturing Excellence, Embracing Nature, and Shaping Futures

Located in the picturesque Flambeau River region of northwest Wisconsin, Ladysmith is a beautiful destination that is worth visiting throughout the year. North Cedar Academy (NCA), situated in the heart of Ladysmith, is not just a school but a transformative experience that transcends traditional classroom learning. NCA’s philosophy is...

FEATURED SCHOOLS

IMG Academy: Forging Futures at the Pinnacle of Sports Education

Established in 1978 by renowned tennis coach Nick Bollettieri, IMG Academy traces its roots back to humble beginnings as a tennis-focused institution in Bradenton, Fla. Bollettieri’s vision was clear: to provide a platform for young tennis hopefuls to hone their skills and pursue excellence in the sport. Over the...

The Sacred Heart School of Montreal: Empowering the Women Leaders of Tomorrow

The Sacred Heart School of Montreal is a private Catholic all-girls high school located in the heart of the city of Montreal, Quebec, Canada. It is a member of the worldwide network of Sacred Heart Schools. Like all Sacred Heart schools around the world, The Sacred Heart School of...

St. George’s School, Vancouver: Shaping Future Leaders for a Rapidly Changing World

Located in Vancouver, Canada, St. George’s School is a place where the focus isn’t solely on textbooks and grades but on sculpting resilient, compassionate, and responsible individuals primed for success. At this institution, education transcends rote learning—it’s about nurturing holistic beings who excel academically while embodying empathy and integrity....

LEADER IN FOCUS

Charting a Course for Excellence

Nick Johnstone’s journey in education spans over three decades, encompassing diverse experiences across multiple states and sectors, with a particular emphasis on regional and rural schools. As he reflects on his career path, Nick shares, “My motivation for pursuing a career in education leadership is deeply rooted in my...

MENTOR’S MANTRA

Empowering People & Organisations to Shape their Own Future

John Short Ring is Founder and CEO of Support-Edu, an educational consultancy service that aims to make a difference to people by developing and supporting aspiring, new and experienced leaders. Before he founded Support-Edu, he was deputy head at one of the world’s most successful schools, King’s College School...

Helping Students, Educators, & their Institutions to Thrive, Not Just Survive

Karen Gross is an educator, author and artist. She specializes in trauma and its impact on student success and psychosocial wellness across the PreK – adult pipeline. Her work is grounded in trauma theory, the in-the-trenches voices and experiences of students and educators, her own experiences teaching students and...

ACADEMIC VIEWS

Bridging the Skills Gap: Entrepreneurship Education for Future-Ready Students

Steve Mullen is a digital marketing specialist, with over 20 years of experience designing campaigns. Holding a first-class BA (Hons) in Media Management and esteemed for his roles as a founding member of Certified Kidpreneurs Educators and program director at Allstarpreneurs Online Academy, he instills a mindset of resilience...

What Does It Mean to be Human in a Global Age of Fast-Paced Technology?

Yvette Larsson is an IB Educator and the Co-Founder of the Learning and Innovation concept AHA. She is an international Swede, who is passionate about applied neuroscience to enable societies to foster healthy relationships focusing on our joint human potential. Her work comprises the key question: What does it mean...

INDUSTRY PERSPECTIVE

Bridging the Opportunity Gap: Five Essential Considerations for Educators and District Leaders

Dr. David Heiber is the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Concentric Educational Solutions (CES). Under Dr. Heiber’s leadership, CES has been recognized for its innovative approach that places support of the whole student at the center of the educational experience. Dr. Heiber and his team have partnered with...