Leadership 2/3

Apr 2, 20202 min read

In the Smallest of Moments [Blogpost 117]

These days of isolation (17 and counting) have many of those “smallest of moments” where not only is trust built, but care and connection...

Feb 13, 20202 min read

Winning Doesn’t Always Equal Success [Blogpost 110]

(Source: Why Winning Doesn’t Always Equal Success). I love the way in which TED Talks allow one to learn more about our world. I...

Dec 12, 20192 min read

Nobel Peace Prize Laureates ~ Some Favourite Quotes Pertaining to Education [Blogpost 101]

~ Malala Yousafzi (2014, joint winner), Martin Luther King Jr., (1964), and Nelson Mandela (1993, joint winner) With the Nobel Peace...

Dec 5, 20195 min read

My Hundredth Post [Blogpost 100]

With this being my 100th blog and the week after American Thanksgiving, I am choosing to be reflective. As shared in my November 2018...

Nov 7, 20191 min read

Leadership ~ some favourite quotes [Blogpost 96]

This week I have, for a variety of reasons, been reminded of Simon Sinek’s quote, “Leadership is not about being in charge. Leadership is...

Sep 27, 20191 min read

The Miller, His Son, & The Ass [Blogpost 90]

I remember, as child, reading many of Aesop’s fables. I enjoyed the stories at face value and, upon learning of the underlying symbolism,...

Apr 25, 20193 min read

The Cockroach Management Theory

This is the time of year when it is easy for things to start going crazy with the last day of school for seniors on the horizon, IB exams...

Nov 1, 20182 min read

Professional Development

George Couros’ recent post, 3 Simple Questions To Shape Professional Learning, resonated with me. I find that regardless of the area of...

Sep 27, 20181 min read

Teamwork

While the classroom doesn’t require the precision and speed of that which is evident in the video, This Firefighter Can Climb A Ladder...

Aug 16, 20183 min read

Thrive

It has - after a relaxing summer break which included time to rejuvenate, travel, and connect with friends followed by the insanely long...

Jun 28, 20184 min read

Next Steps ...

The M'KIS Admission Department strives to provide a smooth process for prospective families from initial inquiry through to enrollment...

Jun 21, 20183 min read

Gratitude for Being Part of the Global Learning Community

With the school year having ended and the summer vacation now in full flow, this is a great time to reflect, appreciate and plan for the...

Jun 7, 20181 min read

The End of the Year

The end of the year is practically upon us. Mindful of the bittersweet feelings that come with knowing the long vacation is on the...