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From Search to Strategy: A Conversation with Liz Gale and Maria Chung at UNIS Hanoi
Leadership transitions in international schools rarely end with the appointment itself. The more interesting story often begins afterwards, as new leaders take time to understand their communities, build trust and begin shaping the future direction of the school. ...
Checking in with Maya Nelson and Zeb Johnson: Leadership Continuity at Jakarta Intercultural School
Leadership transitions in international schools are rarely single moments. More often they form part of a longer story of leadership development, succession planning and partnership. At Jakarta Intercultural School (JIS), that story has continued to evolve over...
Leading the Next Chapter at Graded School: A Conversation with Jane McGee, Head of School
Stepping into a Head of School role after a long serving leader brings both opportunity and responsibility. Schools carry strong traditions and expectations, and new leaders often spend their first months listening carefully to the community while beginning to shape...
Thoughtfully Scale Your AI Practice
With so many AI tools, platforms, and big promises flying around, it’s easy to feel like everyone else is miles ahead. They aren’t. The real work begins with a few grounded moves, a little curiosity and a healthy dose of professional judgment. Here’s a practical place...
Make an Impact in Your Classroom with Sensory Learning Supplies
As educators, we have long known that students learn through many different styles and preferences. Understanding variable sensory needs can help educators accommodate learners and design environments where students feel safe, focused, and included -- which directly...
Leadership Spotlight: Karisti Cormier
ISS Leadership Search was honored to support the Director of Faculty search for the Taipei American School in Taipei, Taiwan. Congratulations to Karisti Cormier for being offered and accepting the position, beginning July 2026! Karisti currently serves as the Interim...
Leadership Spotlight: Patrick Severijns
ISS Leadership Search was honored to support the Middle School Principal search for the Kaohsiung American School in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Congratulations to Patrick Severijns for accepting the position, beginning July 2026! Patrick currently serves as the Deputy Head of...
Leadership Spotlight: David Butler
ISS Leadership Search was honored to support the High School Principal search for the Kaohsiung American School in Kaohsiung, Taiwan. Congratulations to David Butler for being offered and accepting the position, beginning July 2026! David currently serves as the Upper...