Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN)

We hope to see you on Thursday in The Nest. Register here: https://lnkd.in/disy7-su and gain valuable strategies to ensure every student transitions with confidence and connection.

Join us for the next episode of The Nest! As we shift into the Leaver season, we refocus on what matters most: supporting students through transitions. In many positive transitions-care systems, Leaver students are at the heart of our work, alongside Arrivers. In this episode, we’re digging deeper into insights from our SPAN community to explore how schools and organizations are integrating care for Leavers into their larger system of positive transitions support. We will answering our essential question - how will we equip and support our students to leave well this year? - alongside our guests: Amy Shuflin, Rachel Jones, Patrick Desbarats Register here: https://lnkd.in/disy7-su and gain valuable strategies to ensure every student transitions with confidence and connection. See you in The Nest! #SafePassageAcrossNetworks #TheNest #StudentTransitions #LeaverSeason #Education #PositiveTransitions

The International School Counselor Association (ISCA) recently hosted its 2025 Annual Conference in vibrant Manila, focusing on Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Standards, Mental Health, and Inclusive Practices. With the theme "UNITY IN DIVERSITY," the event brought together school counselors from around the world to collaborate on building more inclusive and supportive school communities. Here at Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) we are honored by the partnership with ISCA which empowers students and counselors to create lasting, positive change. #ISCAUnityInDiversity #ISCAManilaConference #InclusiveEducation #StudentVoice

SENIA International (Special Education Network & Inclusion Association) continues to lead the way in inclusive education, and their latest conference, Belonging & Beyond, was a powerful testament to their mission. Bringing together educators, specialists, and advocates, the event fostered collaboration, learning, and action toward a more inclusive world. At Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) we are grateful and proud for the partnership with SENA which reinforces the importance of student voice in shaping inclusive practices. SENIA’s commitment to equity and belonging ensures that all learners are seen, heard, and supported. #SENIABelongingAndBeyond #InclusiveEducation #SENIAConference

At Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) we would like to highlight this recent article published in The International Educator (TIE) Online written by our SPAN Advisor-in-Residence 2024, Mona Stuart. Mona beautifully captures some of the questions many of us may struggle with whilst offering thoughtful insights on how to deal with the challenges of sudden departures in international schools and how to support students, staff, and families through transitions. https://lnkd.in/gFvu2PgZ

In this article for the OpenApply International Admissions Bulletin, Valérie Besanceney, Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) Executive Director, highlighted the crucial role admissions teams play in supporting international communities through transitions within, between and beyond schools. Beyond academic instruction, schools thrive on meaningful connections and a strong sense of belonging. Every interaction—from the first inquiry to ongoing engagement—matters and, in this sense, admissions teams are essential. Read more about these key takeaways: https://lnkd.in/d-TyHjWY #FutureOfLearning #EdTech #InternationalSchools #SchoolAdmissions #InclusiveEducation #EmpathyInLearning #ThoughtLeadershipSchoolAdmissions #InclusiveEducation #EmpathyInLearning #ThoughtLeadership

Congratulations to Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN) partner SENIA International on successfully hosting the 'Belonging and Beyond' conference at the ISPP - International School of Phnom Penh from March 7-9, 2025. Your dedication to fostering inclusive education is truly inspiring!

Valérie Besanceney, Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN)'s Execuvtive Director, delivered a keynote and facilitated workshops at International School of The Hague(ISH)’s inset day. Participants reflected on how to create supportive school communities and foster belonging through positive transitions. ISH’s work on a Transitions-Care Protocol—driven by staff and parents trained through SPAN’s Laws of Transitions Certificate Course—is truly inspiring! Meaningful connections make all the difference, and this event was a great reminder of the power of in-person collaboration! #InternationalSchools #EducationForTheFuture #EmpathyInLearning #InclusiveEducation #ThoughtLeadership #SchoolCommunity

Positive Transitions Care – Highlights from February at International School of London (ISL) With a multiple award-winning transitions-care programme established over 10 years ago, wellbeing is truly at the heart of the International School of London that has positive transitions-care best practices embedded in every aspect of the school. Here is a snapshot of some of the activities from February! 💠 A highlight of the month was ISL’s World of Languages Week - celebrating the beauty of every language. Inspired by UNESCO’s International Mother Tongue Day and aligned with Lunar New Year celebrations, the week provided an opportunity for students and staff to celebrate their languages, engage in cultural activities and explore the power of multilingualism. This year’s event placed a strong emphasis on sharing, celebrating and teaching languages to one another. Every student was involved in some way through engaging and meaningful activities that highlighted their diverse linguistic community. It was a highly memorable week of fostering positive connections and understanding across the school. 💠 Several transitions care workshops were held, including Welcome and Goodbye sessions and Check-ins for students, a TCK parent workshop, and a Life in London workshop - an interactive session regularly provided to new families to share essential advice for settling in. 💠 New staff at ISL attended a welcome dinner at a local venue with the Head of School and other members of staff. 💠 Parent English Language classes were also provided. This is a free programme run every week by the Head of Multilingualism, to help parents improve their English skills while building friendships within the community. 💠 ISL continued their World of Cafes Parent Forums, giving different language groups the opportunity to meet with the Head of School and Transitions Care team to share thoughts and feedback, and enhance connections over coffee mornings. A special shoutout to ISL’s Head of Student Support and Transitions Care, and the current Chair of Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN)’s Board of Trustees, Claudine Hakim, ISL’s Transitions Care team, Head of Multilingualism, Zack Ekert, School Counsellor, Timea Virag, and the Parent Teacher Association members, who all work closely together to provide this valuable range of activities at ISL, where positive transitions-care is truly embedded throughout the school community.

Welcome, International Community School of Addis Ababa, as the newest member school of Safe Passage Across Networks (SPAN)! We’re thrilled to have ICS Addis join our global movement to ensure every international school's community member experiences a safe, supported, and connected journey through transitions. By becoming a SPAN member school, ICS Addis is showing its commitment to fostering positive transitions-care within, between, and beyond school. Welcome to the network—we can’t wait to learn and grow alongside you! Jessica Fortin Valérie Besanceney Jane Barron (MEd) Aleka Bilan Julia Love Cătălina Gărdescu #SafePassage #SPAN #ICSAddis #EducationForAll #BelongingInSchools