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Leadership in Action at the International School of Stavanger: A Conversation with Simon Gillespie
Midway through his first year as Director of the International School of Stavanger, Simon Gillespie has been reflecting on the realities of stepping into leadership at a well established international school. Recently, Pauline O’Brien, Director of Global Recruitment...
Leadership Spotlight: Andreas Koini
ISS Leadership Search was honored to support the Director search for the International School of Amsterdam in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Congratulations to Andreas Koini for being offered and accepting the position, beginning August 2027! Andreas is currently in his...
Listening, Learning, and Leading at Legacy School, Bangalore: A Conversation with Frank Braccia and Nidhi Udani
For Frank Braccia, the first months as Head of School at Legacy School in Bangalore have been shaped by a simple principle: listen first. After stepping into the role following the departure of two senior leaders, Frank focused his early weeks on understanding the...
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...