Leading International School Teams

Craig Randall is a former international school administrator.  In this episode we discuss his journey to a revelation about teacher observations.  Trust is critical for those observations to work.  Craig discusses his new book, "Trust-Based Observations," and we explore why building relationships is critical to the success of teacher observations and feedback.

This episode is a discussion about differentiation that is a follow up to the Shared Stories article written by Paul Wade.  In this episode, Paul discussed some of the misconceptions about differentiation and how differentiation can be leveraged in the classroom to achieve desired impacts.

I met Shannon Hobbs-Beckley at a conference in DC.  I remember her talking about her passion for leading teachers, specifically in the realm of Coaching.  As I began to understand a little bit more about her role at Graded American School, I was intrigued by the school's decision to hire Deeper Learning Coaches.  This move was fascinating, and it shows a true commitment to effective teaching and learning.  I am so excited that Shannon was able to join the podcast to share a little bit about her personal journey with Coaching and the journey that Graded is beginning this year with Deeper Learning.

Today's episode focuses on lessons learned during the 12 week Virtual Learning period at the American International School of Dhaka during the end of the 2019-2020 school year.  We are joined with Jennifer Bertram, the Middle School Principal, to reflect upon those lessons, and discuss some plans that we might take forward into the 2020-2021 school year.

Gregg Weltz has been a close friend for almost 8 years.  Even though we are many miles apart and we don't see each other regularly, we still are able to connect and talk about our shared experiences as if they are still happening today.  Gregg coached alongside me in Uganda, and he invested almost all of his time and energy into the school where his son was attending.  Today's episode is to hear about his experiences and to try to see international schools through the lens of the parent.

This episode is dedicated to honoring the time that Jon Exall spent at AISDhaka.  His leadership throughout his 4 years in the Middle School helped to shape programs and culture.

Rebeca Lozano is a World Languages instructor at AISD.  She is moving on to another school, and she will be missed in the AISD Middle School.  Her work over the past 3 years has helped to grow the World Language department, and this episode focuses on her contributions to that curriculum, but also honors her contributions to the community at AISD.

John Zahara is the Athletic Director at the International School of Uganda.  Over the past few years, he has worked tirelessly to build a program that is focused on student development.  This episode is about some of his challenges and success, and the show also harnesses the power of a strong activities department and the impact that ASAs have on students.

This episode will hopefully serve as a break from your COVID-19 news and online learning. 

This episode discusses how schools can support international education communities with their mental health.  Students, teachers, administrators, and families all struggle from time to time, and it is important to have measures in place to support our community members.

with Russell and Jessica Phillips

John Coy is an American author from Minnesota.  He has been a published author for over 20 years.  John frequently visits schools to share his journey with students.  Our conversation focuses on the partnership that schools can have with visiting authors.

Nicole Doyle is the HS/MS Librarian at the American International School of Dhaka.  The library is a very inviting place and is regularly full of students who use the various spaces as a community center.

Hannah Day from the International School of Beijing joins the podcast to talk about her experience with extended online learning.

Our special guest today is Jennifer Bertram.  She is the Middle School Principal at the American International School of Dhaka.

This episode follows my journey from Mississippi to becoming a teacher in the international school world.

In this episode, listeners will receive an understanding of what the podcast is about and what international educators can expect from listening to the podcast.