Dialogue with Debra: The Nature of Intercultural Understanding: 05 August "I warmly invite you to join us as we explore the nature of intercultural understanding, and meaningful and powerful ways we can encourage and nurture its growth and development." Debra We are partnered with Debra Rader, international educator, author, consultant and workshop facilitator […]
Dialogue with Debra: The Nature of Intercultural Understanding "I warmly invite you to join us as we explore the nature of intercultural understanding, and meaningful and powerful ways we can encourage and nurture its growth and development." Debra We are partnered with Debra Rader, international educator, author, consultant and workshop facilitator to offer […]
Women in Education Networking Series: Being 10% Braver: Harnessing the potential of women in international education Through this workshop with international school leaders, we will explore some of the ideas in the #WomenEd book 'Being 10% Braver' with Liz Free (WomenEd Global Leader, WiE SIG member and CEO International School Rheintal, Switzerland). Thinking about how […]
Women in Education Networking Series: The Realities Women Face in STEM Please watch the NOVA documentary, Picture a Scientist, prior to this discussion During our session, we'll chat about the ways that we can prepare female students for the realities of a career in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths). Better understanding the barriers for […]
10 November 2021 16:00 GMT Facilitated by: James Duval, Head of Lower School, Riverdale Country School, New York ECIS is excited to launch a DEIJ Dialogue Series for 2021-2022 school year. The goal of these virtual presentations is to provide a platform that will promote practices and amplify voices in service of creating more equitable […]
TEACHING AND LEARNING FOR INTERCULTURAL UNDERSTANDING One Day Institute in Partnership with ECIS Online via Zoom: 18 January 2022 Introduction It is a challenging yet exciting time to be an educator. Our world, communities and schools are increasingly multicultural, multilingual and multiracial, and respect and appreciation for difference and diversity are needed more than ever. […]
CANversation with: Margaret Park 19 January | 07:00 GMT Facilitated by: Sarah Kupke During this CANversation, we will talk about the following: The importance of curating professional learning spaces that equip leaders to lead through an equity and justice lens How the intersection of race and gender impact women in leadership positions How those with […]
CANversation: 25 January: 15:00 GMT Jawhara Al-Thani Jawhara Al-Thani is the Head of Wellbeing and Safeguarding at Qatar Foundation. With a background in Sociology of Education and Cultural Studies, AlJawhara’s work focuses on the importance of unpacking bias and creating opportunities to develop authentic relationships with the community and context in which schools operate. In […]
Creating a Culture of Caring; Cultural Responsiveness and Safeguarding A 3-part Course Wednesday 02 February 2022 - 12:00-14:00 (GMT) Wednesday 09 February 2022 - 12:00-14:00 (GMT) Wednesday 16 February 2022 - 12:00-14:00 (GMT) AlJawhara is the Head of Wellbeing and Safeguarding at Qatar Foundation. With a background in Sociology of Education and Cultural Studies, AlJawhara’s […]
#BreaktheBias A conversation with international school teachers and leaders #IWD2021 International Women's Day 08 March 2022 17.00 GMT/18.00CEST Lead: Liz Free Support: Ulrike Suwwan Claire Nuttall Shireen Ali-Khan Elizabeth Palathra Esther Mustamu-Daniels Nancy Squicciarini Imagine... a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that is diverse, […]
Inclusion Education Webinar 17 March 13:30 GMT Patrick McGrath from TextHelp will be in conversation with Sarah Kupke, the ECIS Head of Professional Learning. Patrick will be exploring what inclusion looks like when we establish a culture of change. Redesigning resources and accommodations we can enable student voice and student choice. If difference is our […]
Women in Education: Tall Poppy Syndrome 31 March | 17:00 BST “Tall Poppy Syndrome” (TPS) is a term commonly used in Australia, referring to the expectation that poppies should grow together,” said Dr. Rumeet Billan, who explored the topic extensively in a study with Thomson Reuters and Women of Influence. “If one grows too tall, […]
ECIS Book Club: 11 May 16:00 (London) Our termly ECIS book club, designed to promote our love of literature in a positive & nurturing environment, is back for the second edition next month. Our purpose remains to bring our community together to learn about and discuss issues that matter to us. We will also be […]
From the ECIS Inclusive Education Special Interest Group: From the Apollo and Cassandra Myth to Behavioural Management and Support through an Inclusive Lens: Why Humanism* is (again) critical* for International Schools 15 September 13:00 (London time) 14:00 (CET) *Humanism: Humanism is a rational philosophy informed by science, inspired by art, and motivated by compassion. Affirming […]
Creating Inclusive Classrooms for LGBTQ+ Youth 13 October 2022 13:00 (London) 14:00 (CET) Audience: The presentation will be more applicable for Secondary (6-12) Educators - teachers, counselors, admin, staff - but all are welcome :) Join us for an interactive session for an introduction to common terms, pronouns, and respectful language to help us navigate […]
International School Anti-Discrimination Task Force: Inaugural event Two-day workshop ECOLINT (International School of Geneva) 14-15 October 2022 Audience: School Directors & DEIJ Staff We are proud to announce the creation of the International School Anti-Discrimination Task Force, jointly founded by ECIS, Ecolint, The International Baccalaureate, and AIELOC. Our shared vision is for international schools to […]
Understanding the Importance of Regulation for Learning and Student Behaviour 22 November 13:30 (London) Faciliated by Jessica Werner As educators, understanding the way the brain functions, and regulates, during times of stress or anxiety, provides critical information to assist us in knowing how to help our students achieve success. This webinar will address self-regulation as […]
Inclusivity: How can we ensure our Referral Processes are Effective? 15 December 13:30 (London) What is the role of the Referral Process in supporting all students in an equitable and inclusive manner? Join the conversation as we present data collected from practice within the field of ECIS schools. We intended to explore the various ways […]
Leading up to #inclusion2023: Meet the organising SIG committee, plus Q&A 09 February 16:30 -17:30 Meet the organising committee for this exciting and very successfully -planned event at ACS Athens in March. Ask your questions and share your ideas! What drives you as an inclusive educator? Join us! REGISTER HERE
ECIS Studio: The Inclusive Classroom Daniel Sobel in conversation with Sarah Kupke 20 February 10:00 – 11:00 (London) CEO and founder of Inclusion Expert Daniel Sobel is an internationally respected leader in inclusive education. Daniel’s inclusive vision is that every child deserves the opportunity to achieve their potential, regardless of needs, background or ability. Chair of the International Forums of Inclusion Practitioners […]
Inclusive Education Conference ACS Athens 17 & 18 March 2023 SOLD OUT! The 2023 Conference Theme, Leading Inclusion by Example, welcomes educators, learning support specialists, counsellors, and other related student support specialists to discuss, share, learn, and collaborate with one another. With an overarching goal of helping all students find success in their learning, we […]
CANversation with: Fidelis Nthenge: Director of Curriculum Development at The International Baccalaureate Michèle Rice: Head of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at The International Baccalaureate 29 March Objective With the first year anniversary of the installing of the IB’s inaugural Head of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Michele Rice, and now its new Director of Curriculum, […]
Awareness and Advocacy: Supporting Learners Diagnosed with Life-Changing Health Conditions like Type One Diabetes 07 June | 13:00 (London) "I can't go back to normal." When children receive a life-changing diagnosis, their identity, their routines, and their sense of safety is forever altered. How can educators and learning communities find a balanced approach in supporting […]
Creating a Culture of Caring; Cultural Responsiveness and Safeguarding A 3-part Course. Tuesday 12 September 2023 - 12:30-14:30 (London) 15:30 - 17:30 (Qatar) Tuesday 19 September 2023 - 12:30-14:30 (London) 15:30 - 17:30 (Qatar) Tuesday 26 September 2023 - 12:30-14:30 (London) 15:30 - 17:30 (Qatar) Jawhara Althani has been a part of the Safeguarding and […]
#ISLECISLoft in partnership with International School of Luxembourg: Enabling Teams to Develop Inclusive Systems to Support Student Learning 26 September With Chad Wood This session will provide an overview of where, why, and how VIS developed their Student Support practices and where they are at now with their journeys. Successes, hurdles, and practical examples of […]
Connect Conference For Learning Support Educators 23 April 2024 ACS Cobham, U.K. Connect with Learning Support professionals for a face to face event sharing best practice and renewing professional partnerships. Building on the historical success of the Connect Conference, relaunched in a post COVID landscape. Featuring the inspirational Keynote Speaker Ben Kingston-Hughes who draws on […]
Inclusive Organisation Culture and Leadership in a PolyCrisis Era: Child Protection, Crisis Management Protocols and Leadership Lessons 31 January 2024 12:00 -13:00 (London) With Eleni Armaou ( ECIS Inclusive Education SIG member, ALN coordinator at Metropolitan School of Frankfurt) About this session: Crisis in Greek, means decision: κρῐ́σῐς • (krísis) Decision making, when support and […]
