"Thoughts and ideas about transformation and change are abundant right now, a great deal of change comes with the end of a school year. Our discussions can be brought even deeper through the languages of color and light. "-Ms. Anna, Early Years Teacher #wbais #earlyyears

I was stopped in my tracks as I crossed campus today. 💔 sending love from WBAIS Israel to Robb Elementary. Thank you Ms. Marcus #uvalde

The loudest voices rarely represent the majority. They're usually speaking for the extremes. You won't understand the views of a group until you've invited the quieter voices into the discussion. Don't mistake silence for disengagement. It's often a sign of deep reflection.

As a new AP on day 1 for students, I find joy in this rainbow staircase which is good because I’m spending a lot of time going up and down it!

Imagination and creativity with cardboard boxes is naturally alive as they become a spaceship and helmet for these reception 1 students! #PubPDasia

Sure not taking this for granted in HK! Grateful to gather in person to chat #PubPDAsia Chris Gadbury Lainey Morgan Amy Lauren Smith Andrea Strutin Ryan Strutin Justin Hardman Iantha, Adam, Larissa Chan & Jeremy

How does mixing materials create deeper thinking, extend attribute language organically, and develop a wider range of possibilities? Seeing the creativity through play during this PD for our educators and parents with Sandy Atkins on mathematical thinking. @hkis

“Work/life balance has nothing to do with the hours we work or the stress we suffer. It has to do with where we feel safe”-Simon Sinek- Leaders Eat Last…. How are you making a safe work community? Food for thought…

HKIS connecting and learning together at the #21clteachmeet 21st Century Learning #teachmeet Amy Lauren Smith Lainey Morgan Ryan Strutin

Learning Chinese through cooking in the MS kitchen Hong Kong International School #hkis

Another insightful meeting with Jennifer Abrams. Reflecting on leading with a lens of curiosity to suspend certainty Hong Kong International School #hkis

Literacy night in the lower primary last night. Sharing the value of students developing a love for literacy. Reception 1 teachers discussing what storytelling looks like with our youngest learners. Hong Kong International School #hkis

Fortunate to be able to meet with other #ADEs for the first time in Hong Kong! Looking forward to continuing the conversations, connections, and learning together. #AppleEDUchat

“The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors” made quite the Book o ween costume and dramatic reenactment at our LP assembly. Hong Kong International School #hkis

Fantastic to see the smiles and excitement from students as they performed each song today! #HKIS

Exciting to see our Hong Kong International School Lower Primary School teachers come together for a watch party of the #PlayfulSchoolsConference2023 ! Their dedication to #PlayfulLearning and engaging teaching methods is truly inspiring #PlayfulSchoolsConference #HongKong The LEGO Foundation Andrea Strutin

We enjoyed day 3 of our Lower Primary watch party Hong Kong International School for the #PlayfulSchoolsConference2023 with The LEGO Foundation

Inspiring week Hong Kong International School with Chris O'Shaughnessy speaking with students, staff, and parents about the power of our stories to develop resilience and empathy.

After a morning run, ready to start day 3 of PTC Curriculum Leadership! #PTC2023

5 seeds to plant on the first day of school: 1. Agency: voice & choice. 2. Curiosity: lessons that spark awe. 3. Equity: all can succeed. 4. Wellness: calm, confident & joyous spaces. 5. Competency development: HOW we learn matters. Intentional starts create inspiring ends.