K12 Digest®

The Latest Issue of K12 Magazine is now LIVE!! Read and Subscribe for FREE: https://lnkd.in/g_E2X_Ze We congratulate Branksome Hall, Rome International School, Concordia International School Shanghai, The Atonement Catholic Academy and Simon Mills (Headmaster of Haileybury Almaty) for being featured in this issue. We thank Craig Aarons-Martin (CEO of CCM Education Group LLC), Dr. Rebecca Good (Semi-Retired Superintendent/CEO/ Founder at R Good Education Services), Dr. Sheldon Berman (Lead Superintendent for Social-Emotional Learning for AASA, The School Superintendents Association), Marwa Elgezery (Founding Head, Sakura International School) and PJ Caposey(Advisory Board Member, Institute for Education Innovation) for sharing their insights and opinions with us. #K12DigestMagazine

Since its founding in 1903 by Miss Margaret Scott, Branksome Hall has grown from a small school into Toronto’s leading independent IB World School for girls. What started with a few students and a single mission—to help young women thrive—has transformed into a vibrant community of over 900 students, from Junior Kindergarten to Grade 12. Today, under Principal Grace McCallum, Branksome continues to evolve, inspiring globally-minded learners and leaders. “Branksome has always been about nurturing globally-minded learners and leaders,” says McCallum.  Discover more about Branksome Hall’s journey in the latest issue of K12 Digest! https://lnkd.in/gEUmN-iU #BranksomeHall #Education #IBWorldSchool #GirlsEducation #K12Digest #Leadership #GlobalMindset #TorontoSchools #Inspiration

At Haileybury Almaty, Headmaster Simon Mills champions the importance of environmental literacy, making it a core part of the learning journey. By integrating the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) into the curriculum, he’s ensuring that sustainability stands alongside digital and financial literacy as essential knowledge. “We need all our students to understand and participate in the opportunities of the emerging green economy,” Mills shares. Through initiatives like the Eco-Schools Award and Scholars in Sustainability, Haileybury students are building skills in environmental leadership that will shape their futures. Discover more about Haileybury Almaty’s approach in the latest issue. https://lnkd.in/gHGMcrpg #HaileyburyAlmaty #EnvironmentalLiteracy #Sustainability #EducationForTheFuture #Leadership #SDGs #GreenEconomy #EcoSchools

Since 1988, Rome International School (RIS) has grown from a small primary school for Rome’s expatriate community into a leading institution for international education. From day one, the focus was on more than just academics. Now, as the only school in Rome authorized to offer both the IB Primary Years Programme and IB Diploma Programme, RIS supports students from early childhood through high school, nurturing critical thinking, inquiry, and a global outlook every step of the way. Discover more about Rome International School’s journey in the latest issue of K12 Digest! https://lnkd.in/grgffbeZ #RomeInternationalSchool #Education #InternationalBaccalaureate #GlobalEducation #K12Digest #Inclusion #Leadership #Empathy #FutureReady

From modest beginnings to a vibrant 10-acre campus, Concordia International School Shanghai has grown into a cornerstone of international education, now educating over 1,150 students from more than 30 countries. With state-of-the-art facilities for each learning stage—early childhood through high school—and spaces for fine arts and sports, Concordia offers students a truly well-rounded experience. As the school celebrated its 25th anniversary in the fall of 2023, the community looked back on its inspiring journey from a small project on Shanghai’s outskirts to one of the city’s premier educational institutions. Learn more about Concordia’s remarkable path in the latest issue of K12 Digest! https://lnkd.in/gn_Hwj5Y #ConcordiaShanghai #InternationalEducation #GlobalLearning #K12Digest #25YearsOfExcellence #ShanghaiEducation #CommunityImpact #FutureReady

The Atonement Catholic Academy’s story began in a parish, rooted in a vision that went beyond academics. Founded in 1983 under Archbishop Patrick F. Flores, Our Lady of The Atonement Parish grew into a community where faith and learning are inseparable. Today, The Atonement Catholic Academy holds true to its mission: forming disciples of Christ through classical wisdom and virtue. Students are challenged academically and inspired to lead with courage, integrity, and a commitment to service—preparing them as the leaders of tomorrow. Discover more about The Atonement Catholic Academy’s journey in the latest issue of K12 Digest! https://lnkd.in/gbT6jibq #AtonementCatholicAcademy #FaithAndLearning #ClassicalEducation #K12Digest #CatholicEducation #Leadership #Virtue #FutureLeaders #MissionDriven

Tia Morris is an advocate for equity, dedicating more than 25 years to improving educational opportunities for young people. In 1998, she began her teaching career with the NYCDOE through Teach For America and returned in 2020 as Executive Director. Tia has served as Executive Director for Teach For America New Jersey, a founding member of a school network, and held chief-level central office positions in both the Newark and Camden school systems. Let's dive into her recent article and learn about how we can fix the teacher shortage. https://lnkd.in/g8EwUtXk #TeacherShortage #AffordableEducation #EducationReform #TeachingProfession #SupportTeachers #EducatorCompensation #TeacherRetention #InvestInEducation #TeacherCompensation #EducationAffordability #TeacherSalary #EducationInvestment #TeacherRecruitment #EducatorSupport #FixTheShortage

Dr. Terrell Strayhorn, PhD is Professor of Education and Psychology at Virginia Union University (VUU), where he also serves as Director of Research in the Center for the Study of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). J'Quen Johnson is a Ph.D. candidate at the University of the Cumberlands and Director of Research at Do Good Work Consulting. Let's dive into their recent article and learn about the key practices for educators to foster student success. https://lnkd.in/gR8fr-6q #BelongingInEducation #StudentSuccess #InclusiveEducation #SenseOfBelonging #EducatorPractices #StudentWellBeing #BelongingMatters #FosteringSuccess #EducationalInclusion #EmpoweringStudents #EducatorStrategies #StudentEngagement #SupportiveClassrooms #BelongingAndSuccess #InclusivePractices

Dr. Lauren Loquasto is an expert in early childhood and elementary education. She currently serves as the Chief Academic Officer for Goddard Systems, LLC, the manager of The Goddard School franchise system. In this leadership role, Lauren shapes the premier educational programming and proprietary curriculum for the Goddard system of nearly 650 schools. In her prior role, Lauren served as vice president of early childhood education for Primrose School Franchising Company, where she supported curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation. Let's read her recent article and learn about early learning. https://lnkd.in/gwuG-kD2 #EarlyLearning #EducationParadigmShift #EarlyEducation #LearningTransformation #ChildDevelopment #EducationInnovation #EarlyChildhoodEducation #LearningParadigmShift #EducationalShift #EarlyYearsEducation #FutureOfLearning #EducationalTransformation #EarlyLearningMatters #InnovativeEducation #EarlyChildhoodDevelopment

Dr. Mina Radhwan is an educational evaluator and research community member at the Ministry of Education in Dubai. She holds a Ph.D. in leadership and management in education, as well as a master’s degree in excellence in science education. She is a lead and a team member of the evaluation team, in which she visits schools across the country and plays an integral part in contributing to the recommendations for school improvements from K to 12 of all types of curricula. Let's dive into her recent article and learn about governance and leadership roles in addressing the challenges towards Improving sustainable education and students’ outcomes. https://lnkd.in/gbdtPFVM #EducationGovernance #LeadershipInEducation #SustainableEducation #StudentOutcomes #EducationLeadership #SustainableLearning #EducationChallenges #StudentSuccess #GovernanceInEducation #LeadershipRoles #SustainableFuture #EducationQuality #StudentDevelopment #EducationalLeadership #SustainableOutcomes