#leadership

Aug 7, 20231 min read

#273 "A mistake is to commit a misunderstanding"

Whilst I am unaware of Dylan's intent with this quote, I have always felt that it has great relevance to #education with regards to...

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...

Jan 31, 20181 min read

TED Talk: Want to get great at something? Get a coach.

This TED Talk focusses on the notion of how to get better at what one does. Anchored in observations of deliveries in rural India, Atul...

Dec 18, 20171 min read

Analysis diagram

I love this simple, yet effective, diagram which I believe comes from the Creating an Effective School PTC course. I have found it most...

Nov 26, 20173 min read

What do I need personally and professionally so I can be my best self all the time?

This is a question, I keep utmost in mind throughout the school year ... be it when the anticipation of the new academic year is ever...

Sep 4, 20161 min read

Monday Musings

I have to say the highlight of my professional reading is often Dan Kerr's Monday Musings. While the reality is I often end up reading...