In this issue of K12 Digest, we feature thought-provoking articles, interviews, and perspectives examining the changing landscape of education and the people shaping it. The future may remain uncertain. That is precisely why education must give students something more enduring than a set of answers: the confidence, character, and curiosity to keep learning when the questions change.
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.
Where Curious Minds Learn to Lead
Founded in 2017, Stamford set out to create a learning community where strong academics, innovation and character could meet in a genuinely personalised experience. Today, it has grown into a K12 through-train school that brings together rigorous American standards and inquiry-based learning.
Olli-Pekka Heinonen, Director General, International Baccalaureate
Olli-Pekka Heinonen has served as Director General of the International Baccalaureate (IB) since 2021, advancing its mission to develop inquiring, knowledgeable, and caring students.
Nic Ford, Headteacher, Bolton School
Nic Ford is the Head of Bolton School Boys’ Division, one of the UK’s leading independent schools. A Geography graduate from University College London, he completed his PGCE at the Institute of Education and has spent nearly three decades in teaching and leadership roles across the state and independent sectors.
Jeremy Otto, Director of Community Engagement & Advancement, Westbourne Grammar School
Jeremy is currently Director of Community Engagement and Advancement at Westbourne Grammar School, a Graduate of the Australian Institute of Company Directors, and an MBA candidate at Melbourne Business School.
Dr. Amy Vitala, Leadership Consultant, Educator, & Trauma-informed Coach
Amy Vitala is a leadership consultant, long-time educator, and trauma-informed coach who supports both individuals and organizations.
Dr. Twana Young, VP Academic Design – Math, McGraw-Hill
Twana Young, Ph.D., is Vice President of Academic Design, Mathematics at McGraw Hill, leading development of engaging, high-quality K–12 math curriculum for students and teachers.
Julie Young, President, Julie Young Education, LLC
Julie Young is an edupreneur, educator, innovator, and visionary leader renowned for her expertise in school design for diverse educational models, including virtual, blended, and technology-enhanced learning.