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In this Issue
2-3 41 st Annual Administrators’ Conference 2009 Announcement
4 Welcome New EARCOS Assistant Director
Welcome New Associate Members
Welcome New Associate Individual Members
5-8 Welcome New EARCOS School Heads
9 Overseas Schools Principals Received National Distinguished Principals Award
10 The 2nd Annual EARCOS GIN Conference Opens with John Liu
11 We Can, We Will
12 Featured article: Remembering Margaret Arlene Sanders
13 EARCOS Future Conferences
14 Running for Landmine Awareness at the International School of Phnm Penh, Cambodia
15 Cultural Exchange Programme at Ipoh International School, Malaysia
16 MATHCOUNT 2009 National Competition
17 Putting ‘Sharing the Planet‘ into practice at International School Bogor, Indonesia
Weekend Workshop Articles
18 New Pedagogies for a Changing World with Dr. Loretta Giocelli
Literacy Coaching Asia with Maggie Moon
19 Pathways to Understanding: Patterns and Practices In the Learning-Focused Classroom with
Dr. Laura Lipton
20-21 New Literacies
- Reading Assessment and Instruction to Support Growing Readers’ with Carrie Ekey
- Learning in a Digital World with Jeff Utecht, John Mikton, and David Elliot
22 Hurt: Understanding the Adolescent Experience with Prof. Chapman Clark
23 On the Road with Dr. K: Going Green at Concordia International School Shanghai
24 continuation of Weekend Workshops 2009-2010 from back cover
Mayon Volcano is an active volcano, Southeastern Luzon, Philippines, dominating
the city of Legaspi. Called the Worlds most perfect cone, it has a base
80 miles (130 km) in circumference and rises to 7,943 feet (2,421 m) from the
shores of Albay Gulf. Popular with climbers and campers, it is the centre of
Mayon Volcano National Park (21 square miles [55 square km]). This is one of
the Paradise Philippines treasures
Mayon Volcano photograph by Marco Paolo Arroyo
marbleplaty@yahoo.com
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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Geoff Green
Jesper Koll
Alan Atkisson
Inspiring Environmentalism
Post Crisis Global Realities – From Kamikaze Capitalism Towards What?
“Big Lessons from a Small Planet: How to put Sustainability and Systems Thinking to Work in
your School“
PRECONFERENCE PRESENTERS
John Littleford Leadership through Partnership (Oct. 30, 2009)
Establishing an Effective Successful Relationship Between the Head and Chair”
Bambi Betts
Getting Real Value from Teacher Supervision and Evaluation
Lynne Coleman and Frances Hensley
Critical Friends Institute for Administrators
Bill Kentta and Josh Reckord
Building an Organizational Toolkit for School Leaders
Maureen Neihart
Teaching the Inner Game of High Achievement
Mike Miller (CASE)
Leadership Gifts
Chris Toy
21 st Century School Leadership and Change
School Board Preconference
John Littleford - Facilitator
Business Managers’ Preconference
Sarah Daignault - Facilitator
WASC - Marilyn George
Presentation for the School Boards
Board Governance 101: Maximizing and Enjoying Your New Trustee Role”
Business Officer Professional Development
WASC Accreditation
SPECIAL PRESENTERS
Alan Atkisson
Bambi Betts
Sarah Daignault / Marc Levinson
Candy Fresacher
Geoff Green
Bill Kentta / Josh Reckord
Dr. Josephine Kim
Jesper Koll
John Littleford
Mike Miller, et al. (CASE)
Maggie Moon / Maya Nelson
Bob Tschannen-Moran
Megan Tschannen-Moran
Maureen Neihart
Dennis Sale
Chris Toy
Sustainability
5 Essential Leadership Strategies for Keeping the Focus on Learning
School Finance - Strategic Planning
Board Governance
Stress Management / Time Management / Body Language/ Communication
Leadership and Endurance / Passing the Torch: Engaging Youth in Global Issues
Leadership
Working with Korean Students
Social and Emotional Learning
Multiculturalism and Diversity
Global Economic Outlook
Healthy Interface with the Parent Driven Board
Mission-Based Compensation
Fundraising/Alumni/Marketing
Literacy
Supervision/ Wellness/ School Leadership
School Leadership/ Change Leadership/School Climate
The Social and Emotional Lives of Gifted Children: What do we know?
Effective Creative Thinking
Promoting Thinking in the Curriculum
21 st Century School Leadership and Change
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Welcome NEW EARCOS ASSISTANT DIRECTOR
Bill Oldread
Bill Oldread joins the EARCOS staff following retirement from Brent International
School, Manila where he served as Director for Administrative Services and Director
for Admissions. Prior to that he spent five years at Shanghai American School
where he held positions as science department head, athletic director, and finally as
Facilities Manager. Before coming to Asia Bill spent twenty-five years as a science
educator in the United States. He has a keen interest in environmental science and is
an avid reader of modern world literature.
Welcome NEW EARCOS
SCHOOL
Ipoh International School
Address: 28 Jalan Kelab Golf 30350 Ipoh, Perak Malaysia
Website: www.tenby.edu.my
School Head: Ms.Agalya Devy Balaguru, Principal
Welcome NEW ASSOCIATE
MEMBERS
BME Services
Address: Pangkalan Petai, Baloi Persero, Jl. Anggrek Luar No. 23,
Batam 29442, Indonesia
Phone: 62778421482 Fax: 62778421570
Email: schubert@emailworld.biz
Website: www.bmeservices.biz
Service Offered: Organizational Development/Leadership
Development/Cross Cultural Development
Center for American Education
Address: 12 Prince Edward Road #01-03 Podium A Bestway Building
Singapore 079212
Phone: 62234566 Fax: 62234533
Email: inquiry@cae.edu.sg
Website: www.cae.edu.sg
Service Offered: American higher education courses
DECA Architecture, Inc.
Address: 935 SE Alder Street, Portland, Oregon 97214, USA
Phone: (1)(503) 239-1987 Fax: (1)(503) 239-6558
Website: www.deca-inc.com
Service Offered: Architecture and Planning
EquipMySchool.com
Address: Chapel Lane, East Kirkby, SPILSBY. Lincolnshire PE23 4BZ.
United Kingdom
Phone: 441414161216
Email: service@equipmyschool.com
Website: www.equipmyschool.com
Service Offered: Consolidation of School Orders from the UK
Delta Education
Address: 80 Northwest Blvd. Nashua NH 03063 USA , USA
Phone: 001-800-338-5270 x597 Fax: 001-866-767-6942
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Email: jnotch@delta-edu.com
Website: www.deltaeducation.com
Service Offered: Inquiry-based science curriculum, non-fiction
content reading, hands-on math kits
InsightChina Travel Service
Address: No. 43, Lane 588, Dongxulian Road, Shanghai 201702 China
Phone: 86-21-59761143 Fax: 86-21-59768362
Email: Insightsun@gmail.com
Website: www.insightchina.net
Service Offered: Educational school programs
ISM (Independent School Management)
Address: Alexandria, VA 22311-1714 , USA
Phone: 1-302-656-4944 Fax: 1-302-656-0647
Email: ism@isminc.com
Website: www.isminc.com
Service Offered: Outdoor Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln Independent Study High School
Address: 900 N 22nd St. Lincoln, NE 68508-8400 USA
Phone: 402-472-2175 Fax: 402-472-4345
Email: cseewald2@unl.edu
Website: http://highschool.unl.edu
Service Offered: Distance Education High School Courses
WCBS International
Address: Somerset House, Glastonbury, Somerset, UK. BA6 9EJ
Phone: 0044 1458 833344 Fax: 0044 1458 835297
Email: tony.child@wcbs.co.uk
Website: www.wcbs.co.uk
Service Offered: School Management Information Systems
X2 Development Corporation
Address: 350 Lincoln Street, Suite 1103, Hingham, MA, 02043, USA
Phone: 001 781 740 2679 Fax: 001 1866 297 2623
Website: www.x2dev.com
Service Offered: Provide Student Information System Software and
Services
Welcome NEW ASSOCIATE
INDIVIDUAL MEMBERS
Jonathan Cheng
Dave Forbes
Rockie St. John
(Mori Educational Foundation)
(Sekolah Buin Batu)
(Dongducheon American Community School)

Welcome NEW EARCOS SCHOOL HEADS
BEIJING BISS INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
No.17 Area 4, An Zhen Xi Li, Chaoyang District, Beijing 100029, PR CHINA
Dr. Ethel Zilber
Dr. Ettie Zilber has been appointed Interim Head at the Beijing BISS International School. Ettie has supported international
education for many years, serving in a variety of international, bilingual and bicultural schools in Israel, Singapore, Spain and
Guatemala, where she worked as a teacher, administrator and General Director. She has served on the Board of ECIS, is on
the Executive Board of AISH and is a frequent contributor to professional journals and a presenter at regional conferences.
Dr. Zilber has also taught Graduate courses in Education for Lehigh University and Endicott College as an Adjunct Professor.
She is currently in the final stages of publishing her book on “ EdKids: the TCK Children of International Educators-Raising
and Teaching Them”, based on doctoral and independent research.
EKAMAI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
57 Soi Pridi Banomyong 31, 37 (Ekamai12) Vadhana, Bangkok 10110 Thailand
Surapee Sorajjakool
Director Surapee is an alumna of EIS. She joined EIS in 1992 as an elementary teacher. In 1997, she assumed the leadership
role at the School when she was appointed as manager on February 18 that year. On February 22, 1999, she was appointed as
principal. In 2002, she was called to serve as Vice President for Student Administration at Mission College, an international
institution of higher learning in Saraburi where she served for 6 years. While at Mission College, she was also offered the post
of Education Director at the Southeast Asia Union Mission of Seventh-day Adventist based in Singapore. In April, 2008, she
was appointed as Administrator of the Adventist Ekamai School.
She received her PhD in Higher Education from Chulalongkorn University. Her major research interests include reforms in
post secondary education and innovation. She also served as a member of the Committee of the Presidents of Private Higher
Education, Committee of the Higher Education Students Network, and the Committee of Vice Presidents for Student Administration,
to name few.
INDIANHEAD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
#233-3, Howan-dong Uijeongbu City, Gyeonggi-Do Republic of Korea 480 701
Daniel Legault
Daniel started in February 2009 as the Indianhead International School Principal (Head of School). Daniel comes to Indianhead
International School by way of Nagoya International School, Japan (2003-2008) and Escuela Bella Vista, Venezuela
(1999-2003). Originally from Canada, Daniel holds administrative certification from the state of Michigan and his M.Ed in
Leadership from Michigan State University. Daniel is married to Kumi Onari. Daniel and Kumi are expecting their first child
at the end of September. Daniel and Kumi are very exited about moving to Korea and Indianhead International School.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BOGOR
Jalan Papandayan 7 Bogor 16151 Indonesia
Riki Teteina
Mr. Riki Teteina is the new Principal (head of school) at the International School of Bogor on Java, Indonesia. Mr. Teteina,
who is a citizen of New Zealand, served successively as a teacher, Assistant Administrator (deputy head), and Acting Principal
for Pre-School through Grade 12 at Bali International School from 2000 to 2008. He has served on many WASC and CIS
visiting teams and has recently completed his Masters in Education Administration degree at Massey University. Prior to
his work in Bali, Mr. Teteina, taught at the Brent International School of Subic, as well as at schools in New Zealand and the
United Kingdom. Mr. Teteina will be moving to Bogor with his wife, Lisa, and their young daughter Gabriella.
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF PHNOM PEHN
146 Norodom Blvd., Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Barry Sutherland
Barry Sutherland joined International School of Phnom Penh as Director in July 2009. Mr. Sutherland joins ISPP after five
very successful years as Chief Executive Officer at International School Moshi in Kilimanjaro, Tanzania, a 40-year old twocampus,
day and boarding IB World School. Prior to moving to East Africa, Mr. Sutherland was Headmaster of American
Pacific International School in Chiangmai, Thailand, which was also a two-campus day and boarding school. Barry has also
held administrative posts in the Canadian International School of Singapore, and started his teaching career in Canada.
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Barry has participated on several CIS/MSA/WASC accreditation visiting teams at international schools around the world and
is an active member of the Academy of International School Heads (AISH). He is looking forward to leading ISPP through its
next stage of development as a world-class IB School in the EARCOS region.
IPOH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
28 Jalan Kelab Golf 30350 Ipoh, Perak Malaysia
Agalya Balaguru
Ms. Agalya Balaguru has a Bachelor of Arts degree with Education in English and Literature and a Master’s in Education
degree, focusing on Counseling Psychology, Child Development and Behavior Management. Ms Agalya has worked in Malaysian
schools and in the UK, being actively involved in formal and informal education, both in school settings and in the
community. She is a trained counselor and youth worker who worked with young people with emotional and behavioral
problems and those with Special Needs. As the Principal, Ms Agalya oversees pupils from Kindergarten through to Year 11.
She provides direction for the staff and has successfully led the school in receiving accreditation by the Western Association
of Schools and Colleges. A mother to two teenage boys, Vishnu and Vinodh, she keeps her sanity by walking and completing
at least two Sudoku puzzles a day!
JAKARTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Jalan Terogong Raya 33 Cilandak 12430 Indonesia
Monica Greeley
Monica Greeley reports that she is thrilled to be back in Indonesia (and EARCOS!) in her role as Jakarta International School
Head of School for the 2009-10 academic year, having earlier worked at JIS for six wonderful years. She is the proud parent
of two JIS graduates. It is a joy to be ‘home’ again.
Monica most recently served five years as Superintendent of Cairo American College. She began her overseas life as a Peace
Corps Volunteer in Nigeria, following which she and her husband Ned lived in Kampala, Uganda, where they taught at the
Lincoln School. The next stop was Kenya, where they lived for 11 years. During that stretch, Monica taught English at Nairobi
International School (now the International School of Kenya), eventually serving as Secondary Principal for grades seven
through twelve. While living in the U.S., Monica worked as the Assistant to the Director of the Office of Overseas Schools,
Dr. Ernest Mannino. In 1988, the Greeley family moved to Indonesia, where Monica taught English at Jakarta International
School (JIS) for a year, then served as Activities Director, and finally as High School Principal. Upon leaving JIS, Monica
assumed the Directorship of International School Yangon in Rangoon, Burma, a position she held for four years before returning
to Kenya as the Superintendent of the International School of Kenya. Monica is actively involved in the international
school community and has served as an officer or board member in many professional organizations.
MONT’KIARA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
22, Jalan Kiara, Mont’Kiara,50480 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Linda Moran
Linda Moran will be serving as the Head of School at Mont’Kiara International School for the 2009-2010 academic year. Linda
has been an educator since 1975, and has worked previously at the International School of Yangon, the International School
of Kuala Lumpur, the International School of Islamabad, the International School of Saudi Arabia-Riyadh, and nine other
schools in the United States. This is Linda’s twelfth year at M’KIS. Paul Brodie will be assuming Linda’s previous role as the
Coordinator for Student Support Services at M’KIS.
NORTHBRIDGE INTERNATIONL SCHOOL CAMBODIA
Corner of Northbridge Street (Sorla Toll Way 2004) and International School Street, Phnom Penh
Roy Crawford
Roy Crawford has been appointed Head of School at the Northbridge International School of Cambodia for the 2009-2010
school year. Roy recently completed six years as Superintendent of Schools in Manitou Springs School District 14 in Colorado.
Prior to his position in Colorado, he was the Director of the Bonn International School in Bonn, Germany, from 2001-
2003 and served as Superintendent of Schools in Monmouth, Maine, from 1989-2001. Roy will be accompanied to NISC by
Carrie, his wife of 37 years. Two adult children and three grandchildren reside in Manitou Springs, and Boulder, Colorado.
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Welcome NEW EARCOS SCHOOL HEADS
PREM TINSULANONDA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
234 Moo 3, T. Huay Sai A. Mae Rim, Chiang Mai, 50180 Thailand
David Baird
David came to the Prem Center, Chiang Mai, Thailand in 2005 as Head of School. He was previously Head of Middle /High
School for five years at UNIS Hanoi. In 2008 he was named President of the Prem Center, with oversight not only of the school
but also of the Center’s many academies and the Visiting Schools Program.
David was the founding Director of the Bill Mason Outdoor Education and Environmental Studies Centre in Ottawa, Canada,
serving over one hundred schools. He has led numerous student expeditions in Canada, the USA, and the former USSR. His
interest in Environmental Education was sparked in his early years as a Canadian National Park Naturalist. With twenty-five
years’ experience of teaching and administration in the IB context, and two of his three children IB diploma graduates, David
is a strong advocate of the IB and committed to global understanding through education.
SEOUL FOREIGN SCHOOL
55 Yonhi Dong, Seoul 120-113 KOREA
John Engstrom
John Engstrom was born and raised in the Midwest of the United States and graduated with a BS in chemistry from Wheaton
College in Illinois. He was trained as a chemistry teacher and coach. Following graduation he became a teacher and coach
at The Stony Brook School in Stony Brook, NY. While living in New York, he married Alice Cox, a nurse from Palo Alto,
California. They raised three children during their years at Stony Brook. In 1973, John earned a Masters Degree in Liberal
Studies and in 1980 was awarded a Masters Degree in Chemistry, both from the State University of New York at Stony Brook.
While on leave from Stony Brook, they lived and worked in Zweibrucken, Germany, and Kodaikanal, India. In 1989, John
completed his Doctorate at Columbia University in science education and was appointed the Head of School at The American
School in Switzerland (TASIS), where he served for four years. In 1994, he became the President of Minnehaha Academy, a
Christian day school of 1200 students in Minneapolis, Minnesota. During his years at Minnehaha Academy, the school raised
$20,000,000 for various capital projects designed to upgrade and expand its facilities. Finally, in 2009, he was appointed head
of school at Seoul Foreign School, in Seoul, Korea. John and Alice have three adult children living in Chattanooga, Tennessee,
Seoul, Korea, and Portsmouth, New Hampshire.
John has been committed to teaching throughout his career, completing 42 years of classroom teaching before coming to
Seoul Foreign School. He has been a leader in improving technology in the classroom so as to more actively engage students
in their learning. John’s other interests include the integration of Christian Faith and initiating an effective Development
office.
SHANGHAI AMERICAN SCHOOL
258 Jin Feng Lu, Zhudi Town, Minhang District, Shanghai 201107, PR CHINA
Dr. Harlan Lyso
Welcome back to the EARCOS region again.
Harlan Lyso is serving as the interim superintendent at Shanghai American School for the 2009 - 2010 school year. Harlan is
ecstatic about being back in the EARCOS region following a year of attempted retirement in the US. He previously headed
schools in West Africa, Indonesia the Caribbean and most recently at Seoul Foreign School in Korea. He has served on the
boards of various organizations Supporting international schools, including a long stint on the EARCOS board. The SAS
board has appointed Dr. Kerry Jacobson as the permanent head of school beginning with the 2010 – 2011 school year.
SHEKOU INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Jingshan Villas, Nan Hai Blvd., Shekou, Shenzhen Guangdong Prov 518067 PR CHINA
Robert Evans
Robert Evans is now the new Director of Shekou International School after serving as the MS/HS Principal there for the past
school year. SIS is a dynamic and growing school of 640 expatriate students in the city of Shenzhen, China, across the border
from Hong Kong. Prior to moving to Shekou, Robert and his wife Cathy enjoyed being a part of international education at
ISA Aberdeen, TAS Taipei, ACST Tunis, AES New Delhi, and SIS Seoul.
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Welcome NEW EARCOS SCHOOL HEADS
ST. MICHAEL’S INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
17-2 Nakayamate-Dori 3-Chome, Chuo-ku Kobe City 650-0004 JAPAN
Paul Grisewood
Paul Grisewood has been appointed to Saint Michaels International School Kobe Japan as Head of School, commencing August
2009. Mr. Grisewood is currently the Head of Junior School at Trinity Anglican School in Cairns, Queensland, Australia.
Before arriving in Queensland, Paul worked in leadership positions in Sydney and Perth. He has a strong interest in curriculum,
middle schools, pastoral care and pursuing best practice in schools, and effective leadership. He has been a teacher and
administrator in the Australian Independent Education system for the past eighteen years. He and his wife Julie with their two
young children are looking forward to the opportunities and challenges life will offer them in a new posting overseas. Paul has
over fourteen years of administration experience across Australia. He has held the position of Assistant Principal, Religious
Education Coordinator, Deputy Head, Assistant Director and Primary Coordinator. Paul has worked at John XXIII College
and St Ignatius College Riverview, both leading independent schools in Australia. Most recently he has held the position of
Head of Junior School at Trinity Anglican School Queensland.
Others are:
SUZHOU SINGAPORE INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
208 Zhong Nan Jie,Suzhou Industrial Park Jiangsu, China
Anne Fowles
Ms. Anne Fowles is the new head of school at the Suzhou Singapore International School. Previously she was the headmistress
at the Beijing BISS International School. Anne also serves as a board member for EARCOS.
GYEONGNAM INTERNATIONAL FOREIGN SCHOOL
#451, Weolseongri, sanam-myeon, Sacheon,
Gyeongnam, Korea 644-942
John Ha, Director
INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS RIAU
#1 Scott’s Rd., 22-07 Shaw Centre Singapore 228208
Mrs. Lory Thiessen, Superintendent
TEDA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
72 Third Avenue, Teda, Tianjin, 30045, China
Mr. Joseph Azmeh, Headmaster and HS Principal
YOGYAKARTA INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Jl Cendrawasih No 1, Sinduadi, Mlati, Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia
Chris Scott, Principal
KUNMING INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY
Hu Pan Zhi Meng Xiao Qu Guang Fu Lu, Kunming Yunnan 650038,
P. R. China
Mr. Matt Mayfield, Interim Director
NANJING INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Xue Heng Lu 8, Xian Lin College and University Town, Qi Xia District,
Nanjing 210046, China
Ms. Laurie McLellan, Director
QINGDAO MTI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
Baishan Campus Shazikou Dongjiang, Laoshan District
Qingdao 266102 China
Mr. David Pattison, Head Principal
QSI INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF SHEKOU
8 Tai Zi Road Shekou Shenzhen 518067 China
Mr. Britt Brantley, Director
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Overseas Schools Principals Receive
National Distinguished Principals Award
by Barbara A. Dubke, US Department of State
Two outstanding principals from the U. S. Department of State
assisted schools have been chosen to receive the National Distinguished
Principals (NDP) Award for 2009. This year the award winners sponsored
by the Office of Overseas Schools, are Ms. Patricia Salleh Matta,
principal at The International School of Kenya (ISK), Nairobi, Kenya,
and Ms. Leanne Dunlap, principal at the American School of Warsaw
(ASW), Warsaw, Poland.
Patricia Sallah Matta has a rich background with international
schools in Africa. Her reputation as a principal indicates she is focused
on students and their learning; someone who works hard; is culturally
aware; and is a confident leader who works well with others. Ms. Salleh
Matta’s leadership, commitment to excellence, and personal caring has
created a wonderfully nurturing learning environment for ISK’s elementary
students, faculty, and parents. The school is characterized by the
utmost respect for diversity, an all-encompassing approach to building
the self esteem of each individual student, and a real enthusiasm for the
process of learning. These characteristics mirror the personal character
of Patricia. Her outstanding interpersonal skills enable her to motivate
teachers and students alike. Before becoming the elementary school
principal at the International School of Kenya in 2006, Patricia was a
principal at the International School of Uganda. Her classroom experience
as a chemistry teacher includes the Banjul American Embassy
School in The Gambia, Gambia High School in The Gambia, St. Augustine’s
Secondary School in The Gambia and St. Patrick’s Primary School
in Cork, Ireland. She received her B.S. and H.D.E. (Higher Diploma in
Education) degrees from University College in Cork, Ireland. In 1996
she received her Certificate in International School Leadership from the
Principals Training Center in Cummaquid, Massachusetts.
Under Leanne Dunlap’s leadership, ASW has emerged as a
leader in significant areas, especially the effective use of technology. A
few years ago, her team piloted the one-to-one laptop initiative that will
extend through twelfth grade next year. This has meant a significant
shift in teaching and a commensurate amount of teacher training. Ms.
Dunlap guided the transition from paper and pencil to laptops effectively.
There has been an increase in the differentiation of instruction
in the middle school and an increased engagement of students in their
academic pursuits subsequent to the emphasis on technology. The Living
History unit in 8th history has brought notoriety to ASW. Holocaust
survivors still living in Warsaw are interviewed by students about
their experiences in a moving face-to-face interview setting. This year,
Ms. Dunlap has worked tirelessly to help the new high school principal.
With a new director as well, a good amount of the continuity of program
has fallen on her shoulders and she has proven to be key at the American
School of Warsaw. Before becoming the principal at ASW and Kirkland,
WA she was a teacher at the American School in Japan, Tokyo; the
American School of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; and Truman Middle School
in Tacoma, WA. She received a B.A. from the University of Washington
and M.S. from Central Washington University. At Michigan State
University she earned an Education Specialist Degree. Ms. Dunlap also
holds National Board Certification.
ment of Defense Schools and American overseas schools assisted by the
U.S. Department of State.
Ms. Salleh Matta and Ms. Dunlap, along with the other honorees,
received their awards on October 23, 2009, during a formal banquet
and award ceremony at the Capitol Hilton Hotel in Washington,
D.C. During this banquet a representative from the U.S. Department
of Education presented each honoree with a certificate and an engraved
bell. The festivities also included a reception on October 22, 2009, in the
State Department’s Diplomatic Reception Room which was hosted by
the Department of State’s Assistant Secretary for Administration, Mr.
Steven Rodriquez.
Patricia Sallah Matta
Leanne Dunlap
The National Association of Elementary School Principals
(NAESP) and the U.S. Department of Education have once again sponsored
the National Distinguished Principals (NDP) Award. This award
recognizes outstanding educators who ensure that children acquire a
sound foundation for lifelong learning and achievement. Each year this
program honors outstanding elementary and middle school principals
from each of the states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, Depart-
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The 2nd Annual EARCOS GIN Conference Opens with John Liu
A follow up article on Global Issues Network Conference(GIN2009) at International School Bangkok
At 10:30 on Friday, March 20, the traditional King’s Anthem
of Thailand resonated in the imposing Chevron Theatre of the International
School Bangkok. It indicated the commencement of the Opening
Keynote Session of the 2nd Annual EARCOS Global Issues Network
(GIN) Conference. 360 participants from 43 International Schools were
present to hear Mr. Andy Davies, ISB’s High School Principal, deliver an
introductory message of optimism.
Mr. Davies highlighted the significance of the 2009 motto We
Can, We Will. “A single person cannot accomplish much,” he said, “The
We is growing… We are hoping to expand the We.” Linda Sills, EARCOS
associate and the organizing director defined the We in the following
speech. “We think of ourselves as global first, we are problem solvers,
and we feel empathy, not apathy.” Both Mr. Davies and Ms. Sills presented
ideas of hope for the future. “Seemingly insurmountable problems
have been solved,” said Mr. Davies. “This is the best place to be on
the planet,” stated Ms. Sills boldly, “we CAN and we WILL impact the
planet.”
The EARCOS Global Issues Conference is an annual conference
designed to empower and inspire young people to make a difference
in the world in which they live. The previous two events were located in
Luxembourg (2007) and Beijing (2008). Ms. Sills designed two initiatives
to promote global awareness in Asia, the global citizenship award and an
inaugural Asia GIN conference.
Gina Ah-Fenne, ISB’s environmental representative, provided
a welcoming speech of her own. “Those of you seated before me, believe
it or not, you’re the future… As the future generation we not only can
make a difference, we ARE the difference.”
The most notable event of the day was when the keynote
speaker John D. Liu, a producer and cameraman renowned for his work
on documenting the process of rehabilitating degraded environments,
addressed the audience in a moving and memorable speech. He studied
temporarily at the Taipei American School (TAS).
His passion for documenting the alteration of environmental
ecosystems began in Northwestern China. “My thoughts about the ecosystem
began high up in the Himalayas,” he said. He is most known for
his work on the Loess Plateau in the Shanxi province of China. The extraordinary
natural wonder spans an area of 640,000 square km, which
is roughly equivalent to the size of France. “[The Loess Plateau] is named
for its soil type.” John Liu explained, “The soil is sedimentary and it’s rich
in minerals. In order for it to be fertile, it must have living organisms.”
Unfortunately for the people of Shanxi, these living organisms had been
destroyed due to ignorance about agriculture, ecosystems and farming
techniques. “When we first went there, we were astounded by what we
were seeing, but as we investigated, we began to see how this had taken
place.”
It transformed from an arid wasteland to a lush environment complete
with an impressive canopy and underbrush. The people benefited greatly,
and the productivity and income of farmers increased significantly.
Student opinions on the GIN Conference are also highly valued.
We interviewed two people and asked how they felt about Mr. Liu’s
keynote speech. The first student we talked to was 8th grader Rish Ram
of JIS (Jakarta International School). Rish said, “he has obviously done
a bit of work and knows his info. Yes [he was inspiring] in some ways,
but truly he was boring.” AJ Ballard of Hong Kong International School
(HKIS) was a freshman attending the event. “It was really informative,”
he said. “And it was hopeful and innovative.”
After his speech, Mr. Liu staged a Question and Answer session
at room 3-104. “Nothing is going to magically appear somewhere,”
he said. He dreamt of restoring the Sahara desert to its previous glory of
the Ancient era, and for the immediate future he notes that Ethiopia is an
ideal prospect for rehabilitation. He finished by saying, “Humanity has
never done anything at this scale. If we don’t understand what’s wrong,
we can’t change it.”
Mr. Liu finished his rhetoric grandly. “I think it’s very important
that we can look on a planetary scale. We can look now and see the
world as an entire planet. Human beings developed without understanding
the relationships around us and we decided we can do anything…
We are at danger on a planetary scale. There’s nowhere else to go. If
civilization fails we go to extinction.” But he offered a message of hope
and optimistic intentions too. “We need to address the social issues as
well as the ecological issues. Nature moves to achieve equilibrium…
…And we see now it’s possible to change ecosystems.”
by Michael Shearman and Alex Marshall
(International School Bangkok)
Mr. Liu believes firmly that there is a solution. “I realized there
are two sorts of development paths; one is human development and the
other different one was ecological development.” Mr. Liu understands
more strongly than most the benefits of ecological development. He
thinks that because humans have physically destroyed things, they must
physically restore them in order to reverse the effects. “It’s possible to rehabilitate
large scale damaged ecosystems. This is EXACTLY the knowledge
we need today to apply to world problems, like Climate Change.”
Within a decade, the people of Shanxi adopted sustainable ways of living
and the watershed rehabilitation project mitigated desertification.
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We Can, We Will
A follow up article on Global Issues Network Conference(GIN2009) at International School Bangkok
At just past 3AM, I arrived at the Miracle Grand Hotel in Bangkok
with uncontained excitement for the 2009 Global Issues Network
conference – the kind of anticipation that keeps you up at night. As this
was my first EARCOS GIN event, I was not quite sure what to expect,
but the positive energy never faded throughout the entire weekend and
I think we all ended each night physically exhausted, yet with our minds
brimming full of reflections, connections, new ideas and dreams.
What makes the GIN conference special is the people.
One of the most powerful things GIN members can do is share
their stories and experiences with others because only when we know,
can we care and only when we care, can we act.
For the first time, EARCOS supported a GIN presenter to
speak at a member international school. Youth Keynote Jessica Huang
visited the International School of Phnom Penh (ISPP) from March 24th
to 25th. The trip served as an excellent opportunity to share the GIN
conference with students and teachers that could not attend this year.
At lunch on the first day, a group of motivated upperclassmen, staff,
and visiting French students came to hear an encore of the final keynote
speech. As a recent graduate of the University of California at Berkeley,
Jessica gave a personal account of challenges and resources that might
be encountered while working on global issues at the university level.
Afterwards, she received helpful feedback on how to improve the content
of the presentation and also had an opportunity to interact more
closely with students including ISPP senior Malika, who is the daughter
of award-winning Berkeley alumna Dr. Mu Sochua. She hopes to attend
Berkeley in the fall.
On the morning of the second day, Jessica gave a guest lecture
on water treatment to Ms. Snell’s 11 th grade geology class. The session
began with a quiz for students to check their current level of understanding
on water issues. Many students found the stark picture painted
by the statistics very shocking, with over 1 billion people in the world
lacking access to clean drinking water. The goal of the class was to be
solutions-based, so Jessica provided an overview of typical water quality
testing parameters as well as the four basic types of treatment. The
rest of the time was devoted to short case studies on popular treatment
systems, such as solar disinfection (SoDis) and ceramic water purifiers
(CWP). Jessica also went over the electrochemical arsenic remediation
(ECAR) project, which she worked on last summer to treat arsenic-contaminated
groundwater in Cambodia.
In the afternoon, Jessica collaborated with 4 teachers to give
a “Me to We” extracurricular workshop designed to challenge middle
school students to start thinking about global issues. The theme of the
workshop was water. Students began by conducting a personal water
audit and participating in interactive simulation activities. The class used
a tank of water to represent the water present on Earth and learned how
small the proportions available for human use and drinking are as well
as the severe disparities in water use between developed and developing
countries. Students then attempted to carry a bucket full of water
across the courtyard to understand how difficult it can be for women and
children in rural villages to gather water every day. The activity debrief
included a class discussion on why we should care about global issues,
with Jessica sharing her story of how she made the transition from “Me
to We,” and what students can do to positively impact the world.
The ISPP visit turned out to be a worthwhile and mutually
beneficial experience for the speaker, the students, and the teachers. One
of the most powerful things GIN members can do is to share their stories
and experiences with others because only when we know, can we care
and only when we care, can we act. Sponsored speaker visits are a unique
way to continue the spirit of the GIN Conference and definitely worth
looking into for the future.
Proud to announced the EARCOS
3rd Global Issues Network Conference 2010
on March 19-21 at
Chinese International School Hong Kong
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Margaret Arlene Sanders
Nov. 16, 1910 - June 5, 2009
Margaret Arlene Sanders was born in Canton, Kansas to parents Laura and
Joe Anderson on November 16, 1910. As her older brother, Curtis used to say, “she
is much smarter than I am, so she too, must go to college.” Her father relented and
Margaret graduated from the University of Missouri with a degree in journalism.
After graduation she began a series of writing careers. She wrote a column
for a newspaper under a man’s name, wrote advertising for department stores and
the newspaper. She wrote a national award winning ad campaign for the Kansas
State Fair in the early ‘30’s, but when it came time for the award to be presented in
Washington D.C., her boss, a man, was sent to receive it. Margaret was the first
woman to work as a “utilization specialist” for the Rural Electrification Administration
“selling” farmers on the idea of using electric appliances in their homes. Part of
this job required her to do cooking demonstrations, which she always found ironic,
since she didn’t cook. She did, however, write and publish a cookbook of her
mother’s recipes.
When World War II broke out she was in the first class of women to graduate
from air traffic control school because her father wouldn’t let her become a pilot.
She worked until the end of the war when the men came back to the towers. She
was, on paper, laid off to make room for the returning men, but in fact never missed
a shift because she scored higher than all the men in the mandatory tests and was
the best controller. She rose to the head of the Atlantic seaboard at Logan International
Airport in Boston.
She resigned from air traffic control in 1959 after 17 years to accompany
her Air Force officer husband to Italy. When the marriage ended she had been bitten
by the “international” bug, so after a brief return to the US moved to Germany
to begin her final career selling yearbooks to international and American schools in
Europe. Her most productive years were when she was in her late ‘60’s and early ‘70’s. By the time she retired after 31 years she had
expanded her territory all over the world. She traveled in over 100 countries, making friends everywhere she went. Her friends ranged
in ages from 19 to 100+years of age.
Margaret returned to the US in 1992 and made her home in Sarasota, Florida. After her move to Sarasota, when she was in
her mid 80’s she joined a local women’s arts group, and within a few months was elected president. When asked by an old friend to
explain how that all came about, Margaret responded, “They just needed some young blood, I guess.”
She retired from the yearbook business in 1995. She was an amazing woman with many stories. One of her favorites happened
after 9/11 when the head of the FAA, realizing Margaret was still alive, invited her to Alaska to speak to the Women’s International
Air Traffic Control Association. After her speech Margaret was given a tour of the tower. No civilian had been allowed in the
tower since 9/11. Her speech and her stories of the early days were so enlightening the working controllers kept her in the tower for
over three hours.
Like her father she believed in helping those less fortunate and became involved with United Way along with several other
worthwhile causes. Although she lived simply and frugally, she gave away more than $2 million in the last decades of her life. Probably
her proudest accomplishment would be the Margaret Sanders Foundation Scholarship Foundation, which gives four $5,000
scholarships annually to graduates of American International schools abroad. It is established in perpetuity through United Way of
Sarasota.
She loved life and lived it well. She will be missed by the many who loved and admired her. She is survived by her niece,
Sandra Baird, of Paso Robles, Ca. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Margaret Sanders Scholarship Foundation.
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Running for Landmine Awareness
The International School of Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Today, it is estimated that there are still around 6 million active
landmines in Cambodia. Cambodia’s population numbers 13 million.
That means that there is approximately one landmine for every two
people.
Landmines are one of the most deadly instruments of warfare
from the 20th century. Unlike most weapons, landmines are built
to maim their victims. Even though the war in Cambodia is long over,
there are still numerous incidents of people stepping on landmines on an
almost daily basis.
These victims, often children, face incredible trauma and have
to start life anew. In addition to inadequate medical care and lack of
rehabilitation facilities, they face discrimination within society, and opportunities
to earn an income are severely limited.
Students and staff at the International School of Phnom Penh
(ISPP) decided they wanted to help these victims and several years ago
made the decision to sponsor a disabled volleyball team. This was done
through an organization called the Cambodian National Volleyball
League (Disabled) – CNVLD.
CNVLD recognize the unique ability and power of team sports
programmes to assist the physical, physiological and socio-economic
wellbeing of Cambodians with disabilities. This organization has had a
positive impact within the following key developmental areas:
• Health and physical rehabilitation (through sport) of Landmine survivors
and people with a disability.
• Civil Society Development - through the development of sporting
clubs and team membership responsibility.
• Human Rights - raising ongoing awareness of disability issues.
• Women’s Rights - focus program; “Women on the Move” to encourage
the participation of women with a disability in sporting activities.
• Environment - the construction of multi-purpose outdoor sports and
recreational courts for usage by the broader community including environmentally
sensitive landscaping and disability access.
• Employment creation - assistance in finding meaningful employment
for the athletes of the CNVLD.
CNVLD. One of the biggest areas of support is sponsorship of a volleyball
team, the Takeo Falcons. $3,500 has to be raised annually with the
support of ISPP partners, Templestowe School in Melbourne, Australia.
This funding provides players with a small allowance to train throughout
the year, enabling the athletes to compete in CNVLD disabled volleyball
championships and giving them a massive sense of achievement through
a sports development programme.
The main event held annually by Grade 9 students to raise
these funds is the ‘Landmine Awareness Fun-Run’. The event was held
this year on Saturday the 28th of February, with a terrific turnout by the
Phnom Penh community, ISPP families and students of all ages.
The Takeo Falcons and some of the disabled racing wheelchair
athletes were also present at the event which commenced with the elementary
fun-run, with many young children running a phenomenal
number of laps. The final event for adults and secondary students was
also well attended. The day finished with a challenge volleyball match
between the Takeo Falcons and interested adults and secondary students
– the Takeo Falcons won comfortably of course! Children’s games, food,
a jumble sale and local TV coverage all helped to make it a very enjoyable
day with a carnival atmosphere. The amount raised to date is $3,000, so
we still have a way to go to reach our goal.
Recognition must be given to the Grade 9 students who were
responsible for much of the organization on the day, as well as to the
fun-run organizing committee who helped to make this a successful enterprise.
ISPP conducts a Wednesday afternoon activity programme
and ‘The Landmines Awareness Group’ is one of the most important and
popular choices, as students devise activities and strategies to support
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Cultural Exchange Programme
Ipoh International School, Malaysia
The Ipoh International School—S.K.Laneh partner-school programme
brings together children from the International School and their
peers from a national primary school. It is a mutually enriching experience
for all our children and teachers— dedicated to our shared vision of ’A
United World at Peace—through Education’.
This exchange programme gives rural school children a chance
to establish friendships and network with children from overseas nations
as well as with their urban Malaysian peers. The children from our school
get the opportunity to experience local traditional culture and way of life.
The focus on cultural exchange and social interaction is a vital part of our
programme of education for global citizenship.’
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MATHCOUNTS
2009 National Competition
By Jocelyn Kerr, Department of State MATHCOUNTS Team Coach
Ki Yun Kim, Jakarta International School; Hye Bin Ko, Jakarta International
School; Kaho Arakawa, Taipei American School; and Christina
Lee, American International School of Zagreb
Ki Yun Kim, Jakarta International School; Jocelyn Kerr, Coach, Jakarta
International School; Kaho Arakawa, Taipei American School; Christina
Lee, American International School of Zagreb; and Hye Bin Ko,
Jakarta International School
I had no idea, when I started the MATHCOUNTS program at
Jakarta International School five years ago what kind of impact it would
have on me as a teacher and on my students. I started small, and made
a team consisting of only 6th graders under the encouragement of my
middle school principal, Geoff Smith. He had been a MATHCOUNTS
coach 26 years ago during the first year of the program and he knew
that it was something special. In recent years my team has grown to encompass
all grades in the middle school. Last year, one of my 8th grade
Mathletes was chosen to compete on the Department of State Team in
Denver Colorado. All of the work and preparation has culminated this
year as two of my students, Ki Yun Kim and Hye Bin Ko were selected to
the 2009 Department of State team of four. I was chosen to be the team’s
coach as Ki Yun had the top score out of all of the competing students at
participating Department of State schools. What a thrill.
MATHCOUNTS is a non-profit national math enrichment,
coaching and competition program that promotes middle school mathematics
achievement in every U.S. state and territory. Over 6 million
students have participated in the program since its inception in 1983.
MATHCOUNTS provides teachers and coaches with new programs,
promotions and math problems that engage and educate middle-schoolers
in fun and exciting ways. I have been impressed with the quality of
the problems that MATHCOUNTS provides. All of the questions are
designed meet National Council of Teachers of Mathematics standards
for grades 6–8. In the Middle School at Jakarta International School,
we have aligned our math curriculum to the NCTM focal points so it
is a perfect fit and we use a lot of their interesting, challenging MATH-
COUNTS questions in our classrooms. The MATHCOUNTS program
has really enriched my experience as a Middle School math teacher.
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This year the 2009 Raytheon MATHCOUNTS National Competition
was held at Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort in Orlando.
What a perfect place for 228 of the most talented middle school
mathematicians to have fun and meet friends. The students in Orlando
represented all 50 states, D.C., U.S. territories and schools from the Department
of Defense and of course our team, the State Department. Our
team of four was made up of Ki Yun Kim and Hye Bin Ko from my team
at Jakarta International School, Christina Lee from the American International
School of Zagreb, and Kaho Arakawa from Taipei American
School. We were the only team in the competition this year with three
girls! Upon our arrival, Barb Dubke, the State Department’s Coordinator
for MATHCOUNTS met us with warm greetings as well as certificates,
T-shirts and other mementos that will be cherished by the team. In
addition, all of the National Competitors and 57 Coaches received TI-
Nspire calculators that were a big hit with my team. Of course, it was
hard to beat their two-day passes to the Disney parks!
On the day of the competition, my students were nervous and
excited. The competition consists of four parts: the Sprint, Target, Team
and Countdown Rounds. Before the competition began, we did our
Department of State cheer for everyone. The Countdown round was
incredibly exciting and was my favorite part of the week. In the National
Competition, the top 12 students advance to the Countdown Round,
an oral round in which students compete head-to-head. The winner is
crowned the National Champion. Although none of our team made it to
the Countdown Round, we thoroughly enjoyed being in the audience.
One of my team members, Christina Lee said, “It is a privilege
just to be able to watch the students in the Countdown Round.” I
can certainly say that it was indeed my privilege to be surrounded by
such amazing middle school students possessing so much potential. I am
hopeful that the students I worked with and met at the 2009 Raytheon
MATHCOUNTS National Competition will someday change the world
in ways that at present I can’t even imagine, as future leaders in science,
technology, engineering and mathematics. The opportunity to go to the
National Competition has really inspired me and given me ideas of how
I will run my MATHCOUNTS Club program in the future. I will be
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Putting ‘Sharing the Planet’ into practice at
International School Bogor, Indonesia
At the International School of Bogor in Indonesia, the
students are learning how to share this planet with others – of the
non-human variety! We are making a big difference to the lives of
Indonesian street cats in the process.
When the students and staff at ISB noticed an increase in
the number of street cats entering the school grounds, especially the
eating area, they all recognized that something needed to be done.
There were fights over food scraps; most of the cats had not been
sterilized or vaccinated against the spread of dangerous diseases like
rabies; and a number of the cats looked unwell and in need of veterinary
care. This was creating a health and safety risk and a humananimal
conflict situation was clearly developing, potentially leading
to negative actions towards the cats.
The staff at ISB felt it was important to model positive strategies
for seeking a solution to the problem for both species and to
involve the students in the process. This was in line with the IB PYP
transdisciplinary theme of ‘Sharing the Planet’. This theme involves
more than the concept of ‘multicultural education’, which is essentially
about learning to share the Planet with other humans. It also
requires ‘multispecies education’. To this end, a nearby home was
used as a shelter for any street cats found within the school premises.
These cats were provided with veterinary care and a program of
socialization and training. Gradually, small groups of students began
visiting the shelter to attend multispecies classes with the cats as part
of a ‘Kids & Cats Club’. These classes involved learning about what
cats need to be happy and healthy; the physiology of cats and how
they perceive their environment; how to observe cats and interpret
their behavior, how to interact effectively and safely with cats; and
basic cat training techniques.
These classes have stimulated interesting discussions
amongst the students and staff at ISB as to the very real challenge of
sharing this Earth with other species. Students recognize that we cannot
survive on this Planet without other species, but answers to questions
about population size, segregation, human-animal interactions
and sharing of resources are complex. Students from the ISB ‘Kids &
Cats Club’ have been debating about the future place of cats within
their local community and their interest is spreading to include other
species living locally around them. To address this growing interest,
the students and volunteers from the school community have now
decided to designate the area within which the school is located as a
‘Multispecies Community Zone’ and to work collaboratively with the
local Indonesian National Schools within the Zone, to problem solve
and implement practical projects to develop a thriving multispecies
community which may one day serve as a model for how we share the
Planet.
By Muria Roberts
PYP Coordinator – International School Bogor
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Weekend Workshop with Dr. Loretta Giorcelli
New Pedagogies for a Changing World
Hong Kong International School
The weekend began with the group exploring the research
about the characteristics of schools for the 21st century and the correlation
between teachers and successful learners. Wagner’s research on
the eight survival skills for learners helped to focus our attention and
direction for our time together. Dr. Giorcelli provided specific examples
of students and home partnerships and highlighted the importance of
the learning environment. Some time was spent talking about learning
environments for learners with vulnerabilities, whether they are social,
emotional, physical or academic needs. Dr. Giorcelli presented current
findings on inclusive schooling practices and their impact of how the
curriculum is planned, delivered and evaluated to meet the needs of diverse
learners. She will focus on those findings from her recent national
study (with Shaddock, 2007) that will most help teachers and leaders
respond to diversity in school and the classroom.
Key information shared was the research that shows that student
achievement has less to do with a child’s background than with
instructional quality. Loretta shared her work in studying successful
schools and presented important lessons learned, such as: clear public
standards are essential; all students need a challenging curriculum
aligned with standards; and every child deserves good teaching.
Loretta presented a balance of theory, research and practical
strategies and applications for all to consider. Equipped with websites to
reference, other material to read and many gems of wisdom or food for
thought, the group shared, listened and learned from each other.
Participants responded positively to the weekend. Below are
some of the participant responses written on the feedback forms:
1. What are some key learnings for you this weekend?
• Some cornerstone facts about LD and LD Strategies – great resources
and reference material to follow up on
• Cementing the linkage between learning and behavior
• The Four Cs for classroom effectiveness
• Ten teaching models
• The importance of teaching environment, instruction, collaboration
and consistency
2. Suggestions for follow-up:
• How learning support teams can work effectively to manage work
loads
• Second Language acquisition or related topics and student behavior
management
Weekend Workshop with Maggie Moon
Literacy Coaching Asia
Hong Kong International School
This past May, twenty-eight Literacy Leaders from around the
region gathered at HKIS to learn how best to help schools implement a
rigorous Balanced Literacy Program, as well as how to coach teachers
with the Professional Development model of lab sites and study groups.
Participants included current Literacy Coaches, as well as administrators,
Curriculum Coordinators and Mentor Teachers, across all elementary
grades. The five-day Institute was hosted by Maya Nelson, the Principal
at the Lower Primary at HKIS and facilitated by Maggie Moon, an
independent Literacy Consultant in South East Asia, based mainly at
HKIS during the 08-09 school year.
Participants spent time writing their own narratives and expository
pieces, exploring the world of writing and developing their own
writing skills.
Most would agree that having the chance to network and learn
from one another was invaluable. Participants built connections to help
support their growth and understanding of best practices in literacy
across the Asian region. This cohort plans to meet again in the fall of the
09-10 school year, at HKIS once again. More time will be spent refining
coaching methods.
The five-day Institute provided an overall view of all the components
of Balanced Literacy, and then mainly focused on Writing
Workshop. Participants were exposed to three different lab sites across
the days, in two of which they played the role of observing and participating
with the students, as visiting teachers while Maggie taught the
students a writing lesson and ran conferences. The last lab site was run
by the participants themselves. Participants learned why structuring lab
sites can be a powerful and beneficial way to help colleagues learn together,
alongside children, instead of conducting much PD time out of
the classroom. They also learned methods of coaching, such as ‘jigsawing’
and ‘freezeframe.’ Participants discussed instructional best practices,
and had many discussions around how to best support all teachers in differentiated
ways, in order to ensure that a whole school staff is involved
in improving literacy instruction. Participants were also provided the
opportunity to visit and observe literacy instruction in a variety of the
HKIS Lower and Upper Primary classrooms, during regular Literacy instruction
times, and saw a variety of things from Interactive Read Aloud
to Shared Reading to student writing partnerships in action.
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Weekend Workshop with Dr. Laura Lipton
Pathways to Understanding: Patterns and Practices In the
Learning-Focused Classroom
Hong Kong International School
The weekend was packed with strategies and processes to engage
students in learning. The weekend presented practical strategies
and innovative ideas for designing learning-focused classroom instruction.
The strategies experienced were applicable to all grade levels and
across all content areas. Participants experienced the strategy, followed
by a brief commercial of how to use the strategy, when it might be used,
and how it can be used in different curriculum areas.
Foundational to the strategies was a structured three-phase
model, the Pathways Learning Model that provides the framework for
connecting theory with practice. As participants worked through the
stages of learning, they were introduced to and incorporated collaborative
patterns within lesson designs to stretch students’ abilities to access,
organize, analyze and apply information and ideas.
• Alternative strategies for delivering content in a differentiated way
• Simple strategies that wil help learning; just like me, pairs, 3 + 2 + 1.
• Equity of access to knowledge through learning structures
• Individual accountability and access to knowledge
A key outcome from the weekend was the commitment by
participants to include at least one strategy in lesson preparation the
following week. The conversations at the lunch table, during reflection
time, and during de-briefing were centered on how they apply and when
participants could use each strategy. One participant commented that
the strategies could be used at any time of the lesson and did not involve
a great deal of preparation. The differences in a learning-focused classroom
are the structures and practices set in motion in order that the
learner does the learning!
Some of the key learning from the weekend included:
• Importance of interaction in learning
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New Literacies
Jakarta International School
Teaching literacy today involves both “traditional” literacy and how to read and produce the kind of texts typical of the emerging information
and multimedia age. As Dan Knezek [ISTE CEO 2008] states, “The digital-age teaching professional must demonstrate a vision of technology
infusion and develop the technology skills of others. These are the hallmarks of the new education leader.” The challenge for international education
is how to integrate digital literacy with traditional literacy to promote critical and creative thinking, complex communication and the use of digital
tools to research, evaluate and use information.
This important question manifested itself at Jakarta International School in two EARCOS workshops in the 2008-09 school year: ‘Reading
Assessment and Instruction to Support Growing Readers’ and ‘Learning Digital World.’
Reading Assessment and Instruction to Support Growing Readers’ with Carrie Ekey
In this weekend workshop teachers gained a deeper understanding of the components of Reading Workshop including Interactive Read
Aloud with Accountable Talk, Shared Reading and Word Study/Phonics. Instructional practices focused around independent reading of ‘just right
books’, literature circles/book study for students and focused mini lessons, individual conferences, and small group guided reading facilitated by
teachers. Strategies for setting up classroom libraries to support independent reading were also discussed by the consultant Carrie Ekey.
Reading as a developmental process moving from explicit instruction and modeled demonstrations to independent work was emphasized
in the workshop, with particular reference to Regie Routhmann’s optimal release model.
After learning about the instructional components of reading workshop, the second day shifted to the linking of curriculum, assessment
and instruction. Participants explored the use of informal classroom assessment to evaluate student proficiency on the Reading Continuum. The
gathering of multiple evidence over time and the use of a range of assessment tools were emphasized. The DRA2, external reading assessment data
[ISA, MAP] anecdotal notes, and conferencing were discussed as assessment tools and strategies. Teachers also used an organizational grid to map
and plan assessment approaches for the literacy classroom.
Learning in a Digital World with Jeff Utecht, John Mikton, and David Elliot
130 educators plugged into the EARCOS sponsored Learning in a Digital World
conference held at Jakarta International School’s PIE campus November 7-9, 2008. The JIS
presentation highlighted the talent of 12 of its very own tech practitioners sharing everything
from Wiki wisdom to smart board strategies, and offering mentorship in Photoshop, United
Streaming, and classroom blogs among other specialties. Keynote inspiration and workshops
were offered by guest speakers John Mikton, David Elliot, and Jeff Utecht. Jeff Utecht presented
a paradigm altering technological landscape that many of our students navigate with
the conference today.
The conference presenters bombarded educators with more than the proverbial 101
ways to bring technology to the classroom. Beyond these, the three big ideas for take-away
were:
1. The (perhaps unsettling) essential truth that technological innovation and change will only
continue to spin faster and demand our adaptation.
2. Students –including JIS student with ring-tones calibrated for the sole hearing of under
twenties– live in a world of connectivity and community through technology that is increasingly
personalized
3. The need to pace our technological changes to include the proper support and development
of staff is of paramount importance.
On a personal scale, knowledge from the Digital conference inspired educators to
experiment with and expand their applications of a variety of new Web 2.0 technologies in the
classroom. It also fostered highly invested follow-up conversation that, among other thongs,
considered:
• The need to focus on general connectivity and access versus the creation of a strictly defined
1:1 computing environment
•Does our students’ current tech experience meets the unquestionable need for digital literacy
in a 21st Century landscape
• How students and teachers can develop, demonstrate, and understand by means of portfolios,
personal learning networks, viral professional development and other strategies
• The need for a web learning portal that helps redefine the social structure of learning as we
know it
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For the sake of our students, we know with certainty that JIS will increasingly use technology as a tool to enhance learning and promote
literacy. In order to develop globally connected citizens that exemplify our Essential Qualities we dive into this great, risk-laden experiment with
measured enthusiasm. The Digital Learning conference confirmed one unqualified fact that helps us to do so. We aren’t diving in alone.
Schools around the world are waking up to find themselves in a brave new world that requires the courage to adapt, retrain, rethink, and
risk in order to offer our students what they need to contribute positively in a world of unending virtual possibilities. We welcome the moment and
are grateful to the courageous and skilled mentors within the international school community who are leading the way forward.
A Final Word
As JIS embraces a new definition of literacy, we look to learning standards that define this new world. JIS has adopted 2006 Ontario Language
standards because of their strong emphasis on media literacy and meta-cognition, and their grade level specificity. Our 21st century orientation
and visionary leap into digital learning will also be supported by the new ISTE NETS standards. The integration of these two standards sets will
help JIS embed communication and thinking as critical aspects of student learning.
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Weekend Workshop with Prof. Chapman Clark
“Hurt: Understanding the Adolescent Experience”
Seoul Foreign School
In a two-day workshop at Seoul Foreign School, Professor
Chap Clark presented the research on today’s teenagers and shared the
resources on what it takes to support them into healthy adulthood. Over
50 participants learned about the pressures teenagers encounter to “perform,
conform, and present a modern image.” Adolescence takes young
people through a journey of discovering “Who am I?” (identity), “Do I
matter?” (autonomy), and “Where do I fit? (belonging)” Today’s teenagers
are known by some as the “stressed generation.” They are exhausted
and hyper. They are handled by the adults in their lives. They carry a
pain of abandonment we rarely see. They are afraid to be alone. They
have a naïve optimism that someone will come along to help them—an
adult who cares.
How do we as adults provide what young people need? We
need to realize that young people have four tiers of influence that can
surround them:
1. parents
2. involved and invested non-parent adults
3. non-involved but invested non-parent adults and peers, and
4. the media and their environment.
5. to be uniquely “me,” and
6. a need to be wanted.
Professor Clark went on to encourage adults to be available to
adolescents; to help the authentic facets of their personality converge
into an adult whole; to apply moral character training; and to be available
to help them through any crisis.
Chap claimed that now more than ever we need to help care
for all children, to treat each one with respect and integrity, and to encourage
the unique gifting of each child. As individuals and as organizations
we need to remember we are part of a parenting community and
not to be fooled by what we see on the outside. We need to remember
that every kid matters; every kid is gifted, and we need to help each adolescent
discover their identity and their life’s calling. We need to teach
them to serve the cause of justice.
Every child needs:
1. a safe and stable family, a safe haven
2. a maternal attachment, someone who provides gentleness and tenderness
3. a paternal attachment who provides trust, communication, and closeness;
and
4. a caring community attachment.
Adolescents need to separate from their role in the family, but
not from their family. They need a convergence of caring adults who
send congruent, caring messages. If adolescents do not get this support,
they turn to the third and fourth tiers of influence for their community.
According to Chap Clark, today’s kids have six longings:
1. A need to belong,
2. to be taken seriously,
3. to matter and have personal power,
4. a safe place,
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Larry Smith brainstorming during one of the break-out sessions.
above photo: Chap Clark giving presentation during the EARCOS Hurt
Workshop.
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On the Road with Dr. K
Going Green at Concordia International School Shanghai
Dr. Jim Koerschen, Head of School and Dr. K. Close up with
Pudong in the background.
Reviewing the Green Roof on top of gymnasium
Geothermal heading installation - Going Green
Gymnasium
Green room - under construction
The Green roof
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Inspiring Students to Change the World
EARCOS Administrators’ Conference 2009
October 31 - November 3, 2009
Shangri-la, Edsa
Manila, Philippines
Know. Care. Act.
Global Issues Network Conference 2010
We are proud to announce the 3nd Annual EARCOS
Global Issues Network Conference at
Chinese International School, Hong Kong
March 19-21, 2010
We are looking forward to the third annual GIN Conference to be held in Hong Kong at Chinese
International School on March 19-21, 2010 with the theme Know. Care. Act.
The Global Issues Network is based on the ideas described by Jean Francois Rischard in his book
High Noon “Twenty Global Problems, Twenty Years to Solve Them.” Rischard identifies 20 urgent
global problems and encourages the formation of small groups around the world to help solve them.
Global Issues Networks have been formed in many international schools throughout the world empowering
international school students to create sustainable solutions to urgent global problems. We
invite all EARCOS schools to send a group (2-6) of students in grades 8-12 to this real life-changing
event in Hong Kong.
In addition to the range of inspirational keynote speakers and group workshops, the Global Villages
established at ISB will be continued and expanded.
The website and registration will be opening soon along with lots more information.
Please contact Ed Aldiss at ealdiss@cis.edu.hk.
More to be announced soon.
Living and Learning in the 21st Century
EARCOS Teachers’ Conference 2010
March 25-28, 2010
International School Manila
Manila, Philippines

Weekend Workshops & Conferences 2009-2010
SY 2009-2010 continuation from back cover
NOVEMBER
TBA Hong Kong International School
Title: Literacy Coaching Asia: Developing and Fostering Best Practices in Literacy
Instruction for Literacy Coaches and Mentor Teachers in International Schools
Consultant: Maggie Moon
Coordinator: Karen ROHRS, kcrohrs@hkis.edu.hk
DECEMBER
December 5-6 Cebu International School
Title: Making Differentiation Happen
Consultant: Bill and Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Deidre Fischer, Superintendent@cis.edu.ph
December 11-12 Bali International School
Title: Assessing Student Learning
Consultant: Bambi Betts Coordinator: Chris Akin, cakin@baliis.net
December 12-13 Indianhead International School
Title: Differentiated Instruction
Consultant: Dr. Carolyn Coil Coordinator: Maria Carreon, cmaria@iis.or.kr
JANUARY 2010
January 15-16 Faith Academy
Title: “Teaching with the 7 Keys to Comprehension”
Consultant: Susan Zimmermann
Coordinator: Mr. Steve Taylor, stephen.taylor@faith.edu.ph
January 16-17 Beijing BISS International School
Title: Create the Future: Become a 21st Century Learner
Consultant: Julie Lindsay / Kim Cofino
Coordinator: Allison White, awhite@biss.com.cn
January 16-17 Thai-Chinese International School
Title: Collecting Data and Analysis of Student Learning
Consultant: Isabel Searson Coordinator: Paul Henderson, paul@tcis.ac.th
February 13-14 International School Manila
Title: Differentiation
Consultant: TBA
Coordinator: Stephen Dare, dares@ismanila.org
February 27-28 Nagoya International School
Title: Reading With Meaning: Creating Cultures of Thinking and Understanding
Consultant: Debbie Miller
Coordinator: Paul Ketko, pketko@nis.ac.jp
February 27-28 Western Academy of Beijing
Consultant: Bill and Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Rena Mirkin, rmirkin@wab.edu
MARCH
March 6-7 American School in Japan
Title: Teaching and Learning with Innovative Technologies (tentative)
Consultant: Organization of Educational Technology and Curricu
Coordinator: Patty Butz, pbutz@asij.ac.jp
March 9-10
American Pacific International School
Title: Differentiation (K-12)
Consultant: Jessica Hockett Coordinator: Peter Welch, hmapis@apis.ac.th
March 13-14 Saigon South International School
Title: Differentiated Instruction and UbD
Consultant: Bill and Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Theresa Flaspohler, tflaspohler@ssis.edu.vn
March 19-21 Chinese International School Hong Kong
EARCOS GLOBAL ISSUES NETWORK 2010
Contact: Ed Aldiss at ealdiss@cis.edu.hk
March 25-28, 2010 Manila, Philippines
EARCOS TEACHERS’ CONFERENCE 2010
Contact: Dick Krajczar, dickk@earcos.org / Elaine Repatacodo, elainer@earcos.org
January 23-24 Prem Tinsulanonda International School
Title: Together, Go for Greatness
Consultant: TP Lim
Coordinator: Craig Rodgers, craigr@premcenter.org
January 23-24 Seisen International School
Title: Mosaic of Thought: Going Deeper with Comprehension
Consultant: Susan Zimmermann
Coordinator: Sandra Mulligan, siselem@seisen.com
January 30-31 International School Bangkok
Title: TechTrain 2010: Beginners Learning Technology Tools Together
Consultant: Tara Ethridge, Kim Cofino
Coordinator: Ann Straub, anns@isb.ac.th
FEBRUARY
February 6-7 Bandung International School
Title: Inquiry Learning
Consultant: Kath Murdoch (Tentative)
Coordinator: Henri Bemelmans, head@bisdragons.com
February 6-7 International Christian School
Title: “Making Inclusion Work: Differentiation in the Classroom”
Consultant: Bill & Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Jeff Auty, autyj@ics.edu.hk
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APRIL
April 1-3
Title: International School Nurses of Asia (ISNA) 10th Annual Conference
Coordinator: Linda See, ISNA Chairperson
Email: Linda_See@iskl.edu.my
April 2-3
International School Eastern Seaboard
Title: Reading Assessment
Consultant: Carrie Ekey
Coordinator: Heather Naro, hnaro@ise.ac.th
April 16-17
Shanghai American School
Title: MS Principal Special Institute (EARCOS SPECIAL INSTITUTE)
Consultant: Mr. David Warlick
Coordinator: Ronald A. Roukema, Ed.D
Email: Ron.Roukema@saschina.org
DATE TBA
Hong Kong International School
Title: Data-Driven Dialogue: Practical Strategies for Collaborative Inquiry
Consultant: Dr. Laura Lipton
Coordinator: Karen ROHRS, kcrohrs@hkis.edu.hk

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Weekend Workshops & Conferences 2009-2010
SY 2009-2010
AUGUST
August 22-23 Jakarta International School
Title: Writing Workshop
Consultant: Stevi Quate
Coordinator: Mark Jenkins, mjenkins@jisedu.or.id
August 29-30 Brent International School
Title: Differentiation: Making Inclusion Work
Consultant: Bill and Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Ian Sutherland, isutherland@brent.edu.ph
SEPTEMBER
September 12-13 Shanghai American School
Title: Integrating theater strategies into curriculum delivery in core subjects: for
teachers of grades 4-8
Consultant: Megan Campisi
Coordinator: Alicia Lewis, lynne.coleman@saschina.org
September 18-19 Taipei American School
Title: Using Classroom Assessment Data to Respond to Student Learning Needs
Consultant: Bobb Darnell
Coordinator: Michael Fox, foxm@tas.edu.tw
September 19-20 New International School of Thailand
Title: Differentiation in the International School Context
Consultant: Bill & Ochan Powell
Coordinator: Nicole Schmidt, nschmidt@nist.ac.th
September 26-27 Kaohsiung American School
Title: The Write Stuff: An introduction to 6+1 Traits
Consultant: Christie Powell
Coordinator: Tammy Burke, tburke@kas.kh.edu.tw
OCTOBER
October 10-11 Yokohama International School - Japan
Title: The School as as Place of Research: Children and teachers co-constructing
meaning and understanding
Consultant: Jan Millikan
Coordinator: Leanne Gerrish, gerrishl@yis.ac.jp
October 16-17 Shekou International School
Title: Curriculum Mapping: Best Practices and Maximum Results
Consultant: Kelby Zenor
Coordinator: Treena Casey, tcasey@sis.org.cn
October 17-18 International School of Beijing
Title: Why Tech for the Modern Language Classes?
Consultant: Oanh Vovan
Coordinator: Jill Raven, jraven@isb.bj.edu.cn
October 24-25 Brent International School
Title: Effective Science Curriculum and Instruction
Consultant: Dr. John Loughran
Coordinator: Ian Sutherland, isutherland@brent.edu.ph
October 24-25 International School of Beijing
Title: Brief Counseling: Methods for Changing Quickly
Consultant: Dr. John Littrell
Coordinator: Jill Raven, jraven@isb.bj.edu.cn
October 24-25 Western Academy of Beijing
Title: Everyone’s a Mathematician! Investigative Mathematics Teaching
Consultant: Charles Lovitt
Coordinator: David Harrold, david_harrold@wab.edu
October 24-25 St. Mary’s International School
Title: The Road to Teaching for Understanding: One School’s Journey
Consultant: Patty Butz, Lori Newman, Angela Wooles
Coordinator: Linda Wayne, waynel@smis.ac.jp
October 31 - November 1 Jakarta International School
Title: Tools and Strategies for Learning Focused Teacher Leaders
Consultant: Fieldwork Education
Coordinator: Mark Jenkins, mjenkins@jisedu.or.id
October 31- November 3
EARCOS Administrators’ Conference 2009
Manila, Philippines
Contact: Dick Krajczar, dickk@earcos.org / Vitz Baltero, vitz@earcos.org
NOVEMBER
November 7-8 Saint Maur International School
Title: It’s Not The Map - It’s The Rap; Collaboratove Conversations around Curriculum
Mapping
Consultant: Bena Kallick
Coordinator: Matthew Parr, mparr@stmaur.ac.jp
November 7-8 International Christian School
Title: Leadership Tools for Team Leaders
Consultant: Bambi Betts
Coordinator: Jeff Auty, autyj@ics.edu.hk
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November 14 -15 International School Bangkok
Title: Garage Band for Beginners
Consultant: Vincent Bullen, Kim Cofino
Coordinator: Ann Straub, anns@isb.ac.th
November 14-15 International School Kuala Lumpur
Title: Discover Nature
Consultant: Kenny Peavy
Coordinator: Naomi Aleman, naomi_aleman@iskl.edu.my
November 20-21 Shekou International School
Title: Successful Teaching in the Differentiated Classroom
Consultant: Dr. Carolyn Coil
Coordinator: Treena Casey, tcasey@sis.org.cn
November 21-22 Nishimachi International School
Title: Elementary Mathematics Workshops - Title to be determined
Consultant: Marcy Cook
Coordinator: Terry Christian, tchristian@nishimachi.ac.jp
November 28-29 Seoul Foreign School
Title: Comprehensive Musicianship Through Performance
Consultant: Randy Swiggum and Margaret Jenks
Coordinator: Melissa Richardson, mmrichardson@seoulforeign.org