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7:30am – 11:00am
Registration
8:00am – 8:45am
Continental Breakfast in Exhibit Hall
9:00am – 10:15am
Featured Speaker Sponsored by EF Education
10:15am – 10:30am
Coffee Break in Exhibit Hall
10:30am – 11:30am
Concurrent Sessions A
11:30am – 12:30pm
Lunch Sponsored by Due West Education
12:45pm – 1:45pm
Concurrent Sessions B
1:45pm – 2:30pm
Dessert Break in Exhibit Hall
2:30pm – 3:30pm
Concurrent Sessions C
3:45pm – 5:30pm
Networking Discussion Groups
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7:45am – 10:00am
Registration
8:00am – 8:45am
Continental Breakfast
9:00am – 10:00am
Concurrent Sessions D
10:00am – 10:15am
Coffee Break
10:15am – 11:15am
Concurrent Sessions E
11:30am – 12:45pm
Lunch
1:00pm – 2:00pm
Concurrent Sessions F
2:00pm – 2:15pm
Coffee Break
2:15pm – 3:15pm
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C O N C U R R E N T S E S S I O N S QUI C K T R AC K S ACADEMICS
ADMISSION
ADVANCEMENT & MARKETING
9:00am - 10:15am
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
10:30am - 11:30am
A-2 Creating a Multidisciplinary Global Studies Program
A-1 Explore the Mindset of Chinese Parents, Consultants & Agents
A-4 Partnering with Parents on Campus and Around the World
B-1 Successful Recruitment & Integration of New International Matriculates; Strategy and Scaffolding for the First Three Years
B-4 Web Strategy: How to Engage & Cultivate International Families
C-1 Segmenting the Global Market
C-3 Model United Nations Partnerships
A-3 ESL and Independent Schools Today: Leading Second Language Learners to Success
12:45pm - 1:45pm
B-2 Integrating Global Education Across the Curriculum B-3 Developing A Faculty-Led Global Learning Community
2:30pm - 3:30pm
C-2 Girls as Global Change Agents
C-4 Developing an International Donor Relations Approach
3:45pm - 5:00pm
Networking Discussion Groups
Networking Discussion Groups
Networking Discussion Groups
9:00am - 10:00am
D-2 Tradition and Innovation in a Two-Year Global Studies Program
D-1 Creating a Diverse Student Body: International Recruitment
D-4 SWOT Analysis for Heads: Make Data Work for You
D-3 Every Teacher a Researcher: Using Faculty Personalized Learning Plans for Global Connection
T U E S D AY
10:15am - 11:15am
E-2 Global Leadership in Action: Two Values-Based Approaches to the World’s Challenges
E-1 It Ain’t the 90s Any More! Understanding and Communicating International Admission Trend Data
E-3 Understanding Education Systems around the World E-7 Understanding “Stereotype Threat” to Promote Global Competency
1:00pm - 2:00pm
F-2 Using PBL and Design Thinking to Develop Global Leaders
F-1 The World on Our Campuses
F-3 More than Drive-By PD: Deeper Approaches for Deeper Relationships F-7 Re-envisioning Education as a Path to Global Competence
2:15pm - 3:15pm
G-2 Coaching Your Faculty to Better Understand and Meet the Needs of International Students Track Sponsored by
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COLLEGE COUNSELING
EXCHANGE / TRAVEL / VIRTUAL PROGRAMS
STUDENT & RESIDENTIAL LIFE
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
Featured Presentation: Amanda Taylor
9:00am - 10:15am
A-9 Counseling Complexities: Working with International Asian and Pacific Rim Families
A-7 How to Roll Out A Risk Management Committee — And Keep the Conversation Going
A-5 The International Difference
10:30am - 11:30am
A-8 Home Away from Home: The Realities of Homestays Abroad B-9 Working with International Students in the College Search and Application Process
B-7 Service-Learning: Learning to Serve – How to Learn about the Needs of a Community B-8 Elements of a Successful Educational and Cultural Exchange
C-9 College Counseling and the Chinese Context
C-7 An Academic Abroad Program Sounds Great, but Where in the WORLD Do I start? C-8 Students Get Global Experiential Learning While They Impact the World
A-6 How to Develop and Run a Successful Host Family Program at Your School
B-5 School Discipline Considerations for International Students
12:45pm - 1:45pm
B-6 Week of the Girl: Raising Awareness of International Inequalities C-5 Global Travel; Local Preparation
2:30pm - 3:30pm
C-6 Who is Living in Our Dorms? Supporting International Boarders
Networking Discussion Groups
Networking Discussion Groups
Networking Discussion Groups
3:45pm - 5:00pm
D-8 Beyond the Ivy League: Gaining Acceptance for Other Selective Colleges and Universities
D-7 Authentic African Experientials at African Leadership Academy
D-5 Teachers as Ambassadors: Fostering Intercultural Communication and Understanding
9:00am - 10:00am
D-6 Beyond Diversity 101: Student Led Education for Multicultural Awareness and School Community Inclusiveness E-4 A Well-Rounded Team of Trip Leaders Matters!
E-5 How Student Leaders Strengthen Global Community
10:15am - 11:15am
E-6 Supporting International Students
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F-4 LD Students Unite: Forming Global Connections Among Students Who Learn Differently
F-5 Running a Great International Program: 30 Tips in 60 Minutes
G-3 Deepening International Partnerships Through Online Learning
G-4 Chinese Students in a Foreign School
1:00pm - 2:00pm
F-6 Global Impacts of Residential Curriculums
2:15pm - 3:15pm
G-5 How to Create Residential “Buy-In” from Your International Boarding Population 3
PRE-SYMPOSIUM SESSIONS • SUNDAY
1:00pm – 5:00pm
1:00pm – 5:00pm
W-2 Best Practices for Managing Risks and Liabilities in International Programs
W-3 International Recruitment 101
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Traveling abroad can be a daunting endeavor for those new to
“In 2013, a Connecticut jury handed down a $41.7 million verdict
filled with unknowns, and in the end, must produce results.
to a student who was allegedly bitten by a tick while on a school
But with knowledge, proper guidance, and a comprehensive
trip in China. The case is on appeal to the U.S. Court of Appeals
strategic plan, international recruiting can be both successful and
for the Second Circuit where numerous school organizations
enjoyable. This session will take you through the nuts and bolts of
including NAIS, TABS, and 27 other education associations
creating and implementing a successful international enrollment
have filed amicus briefs in support of the school. In this workshop,
plan — including thoughts on: market selection, top notch travel
attendees will learn about the facts of the case and theories of
tips, how to deal with government agencies and embassies, how
liability, the lower court’s ruling on the duty to warn, and the issues
to process visa applications, forging relationships and scheduling
on appeal. As the NAIS brief points out: “”[f]oreign travel and
meetings with consultants, agents and alumni, as well as tips
study abroad (‘‘international education’) are indispensable to 21st
on interviewing international candidates. You’ll emerge from
Century education.””
the session ready to plan, implement, and conduct a successful
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international recruitment. It’s stressful, time-consuming, expensive,
international recruiting plan for your school. Since this verdict, schools have been asking the same questions: should we be concerned about new levels of liability and, more importantly, what should we be doing to mitigate and manage the risks and liabilities in our international programs? In this interactive workshop, you will learn some of the best practices and guidelines that all schools can follow. From contractual and policy considerations, to administrator and faculty issues, risk management considerations and crisis response measures – checklists and guidelines will be provided. This is a “must attend” program for any school that has, or is thinking about, foreign study programs, and wants to stay abreast with standard of care and best practices.
Linda Johnson, Esquire, McLane, Graf, Raulerson & Middleton Professional Association, NH; Hillary Pettegrew, Senior Risk Management Counsel, United Educators, MD; and David Thompson, Director of International Programs, The Hotchkiss School, CT
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Andrew Weller, Ed.D., Dean of Admissions, Ridley College, ON; Kila McCann, Director of Admissions, Fountain Valley School, CO; and Steve Banks, Director of Operations, TABS, NC
W-4 Navigating the Visa and Compliance Maze
GLOBAL SYMPOSIUM PLANNING COMMITTEE
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Steve Banks
3:00pm – 4:30pm
Director of Operations If you have international students at your school, this session is a must. Presenters from the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP) will be unraveling the complicated process of international student admissions and clarifying the roles and expectations of designated school officials. You’ll also gain a better understanding of the Form I-17, upcoming SEVIS enhancements and changes to the Form I-20, and the roles of SEVP field representatives. Finally, have the chance to get the straight scoop on key questions during a question and answer session with SEVP Director Lou Farrell and subject matter experts from across SEVP. Lou Farrell, Deputy Assistant Director; Mike Hallanan, SEVP Policy Analyst, Inessa Stepanenko, Texas Territory Field Representative, SEVP, DC. Moderator: Katharine McBride, Director of International Student Services and Programs, Woodberry Forest School, VA
TABS, NC Loren Fauchier Director of Global Studies Providence Day School, NC Katharine McBride Director of International Student Services and Program Woodberry Forest School, VA Marty Milne Vice President ASSIST, CT Amie Montdragon Assistant Dean of Residential Life Wasatch Academy, UT Cecilia Nipp Director of Global Relationships and Cultural Exchange Ursuline Academy of Dallas, TX Liz Verhalen Director of Professional Development TABS, NC Andrew Weller Executive Director of Advancement Ridley College, ON Ioana Wheeler Director of Global Initiatives and Board of Trustees Programs NAIS, DC
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Educational Tours
OPENING THE WORLD THROUGH EDUCATION For 50 years, EF has helped teachers and students discover the world through culturally immersive educational travel. With a focus on critical thinking, problem solving and global awareness, EF’s blended learning model ensures every EF tour is rich with educational experiences that bring people, places and cultures to life. Please join us at these EF-sponsored sessions (see conference schedule for time and location): Transformative Internationalization: Becoming a Culturally-Responsive Institution Dr. Amanda Taylor, Director of International Communication Program, School of International Service, American University Using Project-Based Learning and Design Thinking to Develop Global Leaders George Stewart, Director of Global Student Leaders Summits, EF Education First
HOW WILL YOU INSPIRE YOUR STUDENTS? Every EF tour helps you expand your students’ perspectives and prepare them for success in our interconnected world. SERVICE LEARNING TOURS Work side-by-side with locals on community-driven projects in Africa, Asia or the Americas. EF partners with established non-profits and NGOs to make sure your contributions are both meaningful and sustainable.
GLOBAL STUDENT LEADERS SUMMITS These extraordinary events combine educational tours and a two-day leadership conference, tackling significant global issues in places where they come to life. Students learn from experts such as Al Gore and Jane Goodall, and work together to design and present solutions.
LANGUAGE IMMERSION TOURS To learn a new language, it helps to fall in love with where it’s from. Make both happen by combining interactive lessons at our EF International Language Schools with authentic cultural experiences. Each day has a theme—like art, history or food —that connects the day’s lesson to handson activities and conversations with locals.
EDUCATIONAL TOURS Take students out of their comfort zones and into an experience that makes them more open-minded and confident. Your Tour Director will be with you every step of the way and expert local guides will explain the significance of the world’s most amazing locations.
TO LEARN MORE, PLEASE CONTACT: George Stewart, Director of Global Student Leaders Summits george.stewart@ef.com | 800-637-8222 The World Leader in International Education
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FEATURED PRESENTATION
Transformative Internationalization: Becoming a Culturally-Responsive Institution Plan to join this enriching session as Amanda Taylor, Ph.D. explains why independent schools are particularly well-poised to emerge as leaders in the internationalization of education. Dr. Taylor will shed light on how an effective global program goes beyond the obvious, as she stresses the importance of cultural-responsiveness and attending to existing, often-overlooked cultural practices in our institutions. Combining cultural-responsiveness with ongoing efforts at globalizing admissions and curricula can help school leaders truly transform current practices.
Amanda Taylor, Ph.D Director, International Communication Program School of International Service American University • Washington, DC Amanda Taylor’s research and teaching focus on the intersection of culture, power, and education. She is particularly interested in the role of race in shaping educational policy and practice as well as community organizing for school reform. Her work has been published by Oxford University Press, the Free Press, and in peer-reviewed journals including Urban Education and Equity & Excellence in Education. Before joining the faculty at SIS, Dr. Taylor taught at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, the Relay Graduate School of Education, and in public and international high schools. She served as the Director of Graduate Enrollment Management at SIS for six years and has consulted for the District of Columbia Public Schools, Mass Insight Education, and the Civil Rights Project (now at UCLA). Sponsored by
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Breakfast
ACADEMICS
8:00am – 8:45am • Texas Ballroom
A-3 ESL and Independent Schools Today: Leading Second Language Learners to Success
Featured Speaker
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Sponsored by EF Education First 9:00am – 10:15am • Zilker Ballroom
Coffee Break 10:15am – 10:30am • Texas Ballroom
ESL skills and content classes are in high demand in order to serve the vast number of second language learners in independent schools. Idyllwild Arts Academy has a longstanding, though ever evolving, comprehensive ESL program that serves students of all levels and language groups. This presentation aims to outline our program at IAA beginning with placement in the admissions process, and the support our ESL department provides through the levels in both skills and content classes up through graduation. Jeni Sponsellor, ESL Department Chair; Leah Bosworth, ESL Faculty, Idyllwild Arts Academy, CA
ADMISSION
A-1 Explore the Mindset of Chinese Parents, Consultants & Agents Hill Country D
Chinese applicants are the main focus for any admission office, but with these applicants, there tends to be significantly more interaction with parents, education consultants and agents. Since most of these applicants grew up under the Chinese education system and few of us have even visited China, it’s fertile ground for cultural misunderstandings. Join us as we explore the mindset of Chinese parents, consultants & agents plus review best admission office practices with real examples. Nicki Fung, Co-founder & CFO, Vericant, Beijing; Drew Miller, Director of Admission, Cranbrook Schools, MI
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A-4 Partnering with Parents on Campus and Around the World Hill Country C
Parents can be powerful partners in independent schools, and all constituencies benefit. The student experience is enhanced; faculty feel more supported; development results improve; and the Admission Office stands to increase applications. Learn more about developing this important partnership, especially with parents of international students. Through a mix of targeted outreach,effective communications, and a commitment to being responsive, schools can engage parents as partners. Libby Peard, Director of Parent Relations and International Students, Choate Rosemary Hall, CT
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A-2 Creating a Multidisciplinary Global Studies Program Texas 5
This session explores opportunities for fostering interdepartmental collaboration through a Global Studies program. Topics of focus include creating content-based foreign language classes, encouraging interdepartmental teamteaching, tailoring international travel programs, and planning interdisciplinary curricula for overseas trips. Presenters will share strategies for interdepartmental collaboration and examples of assessment techniques and student work. Melanie Krob, Director of Global Studies; Stephanie Enseñat Davis, Latin American Studies Teacher, Isidore Newman School, LA; Devon Ducharme, Assistant Director of Global Programs; Jake Westermann, Global Studies Instructor, St. George’s School, RI
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A-5 The International Difference Texas 7
This workshop examines both the recruitment and matriculation process for international students and how boarding schools can best guide them and enhance their experience. We will explore the policies, practices, and philosophies regarding orientation, on-going programming, cultural immersion, school break opportunities, and resources of two different boarding schools and how these elements influence their ability to manage and support their international students. Anna Crouch, Associate Director of Admission and Financial Aid, Mercersburg Academy, PA; Lindsey Ratliff, Senior Associate Director of Admissions, Director of Financial Aid; Joshua Hunnewell, World Language Teacher, International Student Coordinator, Kimball Union Academy, NH
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A-6 How to Develop and Run a Successful Host Family Program at Your School
A-8 Home Away from Home: The Realities of Homestays Abroad
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In this dynamic workshop, presenters will share best practices and proven strategies for recruiting and supporting host families for international students attending your school. Whether you are a day or boarding school interested in starting a host family program or learning how to expand or improve an existing program, this session will provide an opportunity to hear from experienced school representatives who have developed successful programs at their institutions.
The Experiment in International Living and Global Routes have kept homestays as central to facilitating cultural immersion. Homestays are consistently reported by students and parents as one of the most impactful components of programs. This presentation will provide critical guidance and insight to the realities of homestays, key health and safety considerations, and the grounded experiential pedagogy they support. Come and learn what it takes to ensure homestays are successful, viable, and deeply immersive experiences.
Martin Milne, Vice President, ASSIST, CT; Sara Mierke, Director, The Sally and Bob Gries Center for Experiential & Service Learning, Hawken School, OH; Christine Knapp, International Student Coordinator, Phillips Exeter Academy, NH
Christina Thomas, Director of Operations, The Experiment in International Living, VT; Dianna Hahn, Director, Global Routes, NH
E X C H A N G E / T R AV E L / V I R T U A L P R O G R A M S
COLLEGE COUNSELING
A-7 How to Roll Out A Risk Management Committee — And Keep the Conversation Going
A-9 Counseling Complexities: Working with International Asian and Pacific Rim Families
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Colorado Academy, along with World Leadership School, will describe a step-by-step process for setting up a school-wide risk management committee. We believe risk management is a “continuous conversation that needs to happen at all levels of a school at once.” This presentation will give school leaders a framework for managing this conversation in order to create basic risk building blocks such as Accepted Practices, Emergency Response Procedures, and an annual Trip Leader Training.
While the “Tiger Mom” imagery garners the national headlines, counselors in independent schools can struggle to counsel our Asian students and families effectively, both international students from Asia and domestic Asian-Americans, given the wide diversity in Asian communities, the constantly shifting standards and policies in college admissions regarding ethnic/ cultural backgrounds, and the normal complexities in counseling relationships that occur within during any student’s college search. This program will discuss the larger implications of admission and higher education practice with regard to both international and domestic Asian students as well as provide practical strategies for working with students from diverse backgrounds in today’s admission climate.
Forbes Cone, Director of Experiential Education, Colorado Academy, CO; Ross Wehner, Executive Director, World Leadership School, CO
Jeffrey Durso-Finley and Holly Burks Becker, Directors of College Counseling, Lawrenceville School, NJ
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Lunch Sponsored by DueWest Education 11:30am – 12:30pm Zilker Ballroom
ADMISSION
B-1 Successful Recruitment & Integration of New International Matriculates; Strategy and Scaffolding for the First Three Years Hill Country D
Successful recruitment and integration of international students requires wise planning. The session will provide ideas for generating buy in from trustees and your business office, structures to reassure division heads, academic heads, teachers and student life administrators, plans for reassuring parents, workable tactics for picking recruiters and finding homestay families, assessment strategies for choosing great candidates and legal advice for avoiding homestay risk. Peter Anderson, Director of Admission, Episcopal Academy, PA; Thom Greenlaw, Chief Operating Officer/Assistant Head of School for Strategic Initiatives, The Ethel Walker School, CT
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B-2 Integrating Global Education Across the Curriculum Texas 5
Students thrive on authentic learning experiences, by directly engaging with the world while studying it. Inspiring exploration beyond current communities, weaving global perspectives into every subject and introducing real-world experiences and interactions across the curriculum is essential for preparing students for global citizenship and competence. Appleby College has developed a globalized curriculum through a combination of faculty development, engagement with global networks of schools, and teacher leadership. Robert McGuiness, Assistant Head of School, Global Education; Fraser Grant, Assistant Head of School, Academics; Connie Serra, Faculty, Director Round Square, Appleby College, ON
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B-3 Developing A Faculty-Led Global Learning Community Hill Country A
Join us for discussion of Harpeth Hall’s newest adventure: creating a faculty-led, globally-focused learning community. A group of faculty members initially developed a globallyfocused curricular map, an effort that is now evolving into a faculty-guided learning community of sophomores, juniors, and seniors. We welcome your thoughts and feedback as we share our successes and those moments that have sent us back to the drawing board for more ideas! Katy Bowers, History Faculty; Elizabeth Allen, Foreign Languages Department Chair, Harpeth Hall School, TN
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B-4 Web Strategy: How to Engage & Cultivate International Families Hill Country C
Learn how to create a template to effectively communicate with your international constituents. You will get the opportunity to hear how Cheshire Academy has created a multichannel marketing strategy using e-mail to build deeper relationships with their existing international families. After this session you will be able to walk away with research strategies and tips on how to build a plan that benefits your admission, development and retention goals. Stacy Jagodowski, Director of Communications; Caitlin Garzi, Webmaster and Communications Associate, Cheshire Academy, CT; Peter Baron, Senior Product Marketing Manager, WhippleHill, NH
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B-5 School Discipline Considerations for International Students Texas 7
Policies and laws on everything from alcohol consumption to bullying are substantially different in the US and elsewhere in the world. How can student discipline be done well while maintaining sensitivity to these religious, cultural and legal differences? Learn about international variances, to honor codes and cyber-bullying. Understand what language should be in the Handbook and how to communicate expectations to international students and their parents, as well as what training should be provided to faculty and staff. Katherine Koestner, Director, Campus Outreach, PA
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B-6 Week of the Girl: Raising Awareness of International Inequalities
B-8 Elements of a Successful Educational and Cultural Exchange
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The independent school campus is the perfect platform to raise awareness about all issues concerning gender inequality around the world. Week of the Girl, an annual event at Wasatch Academy, involves students in the planning and execution of a week-long, public event that teaches Global Citizenship and the importance of acting locally to affect international issues. This session focuses on the need, resources, and structure for implementing Week of the Girl on your campus. Lori English, School Counselor; Maggi Quackenbush, School Counselor, Wasatch Academy, UT
More and more schools have partnerships and sister-school exchanges with schools all over the world. However, what does a successful exchange experience look like? What specific elements contribute to the success of the exchange? What exactly do students do on such an exchange and how do you know the experience has been worthwhile and impacting? Join this lively interactive session and hear how one school has created and sustained sister-school exchanges on every continent (where there are schools). Cecilia Nipp, Director of Global Relationships and Cultural Exchange, Ursuline Academy of Dallas, TX
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B-7 Service-Learning: Learning to Serve – How to Learn About the Needs of a Community Hill Country B
Niswarth (Hindi for “not for self”) is a three week summer service-learning program sending Phillips Academy faculty and students to India. While there are many elements to a successful program, this session will focus on establishing meaningful partnerships with NGOs, corporations, schools and foundations, developing a comprehensive daily writing curriculum during the program, and creating an approach to assess the needs of a community prior to doing any work in that community. Raj Mundra, Teacher/Residential Dean; Catherine Tousignant, Teacher, Phillips Academy, MA
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B-9 Working with International Students in the College Search and Application Process Big Bend C-D
With enrollment of international students at U.S. secondary schools on the rise, college counselors are faced with the challenge of adapting their existing college counseling models to encompass different cultural expectations, while also holding fast to the core values of their institutions. In this session, one college counseling team will discuss the challenges they have faced working with this population and how they have responded to these challenges. Attendees will also be invited to share their own experiences and best practices. Peter Morgan, Director of College Counseling; Erin Miller, Associate Director of College Counseling, The Northwest School, WA
Dessert Break in Exhibit Hall 1:45pm – 2:30pm Texas Ballroom
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A D VA N C E M E N T & M A R K E T I N G
C-1 Segmenting the Global Market
C-4 Developing an International Donor Relations Approach
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In an effort to continually build a more diverse boarding community, schools will need to take a more strategic approach to the identification, targeting and investment in global markets. Starting in the 2011-2012 recruitment cycle, Appleby College implemented a comprehensive program that allowed them to segment the global market identifying primary, secondary and tertiary targets. The results have produced a more diverse boarding community and the establishment of new market relationships and opportunities. Michael O’Connor, Chief Marketing and Enrollment Officer; Luke Seamone, Admissions Counsellor, Appleby College, ON
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Building authentic, meaningful and philanthropic relationships overseas requires a strategic approach. This session will examine best practices with a case study and explore: tailoring your global message and value proposition; establishing an international presence; developing and managing donor relations; creating a sense of global community; and building a philanthropic culture. Participants will leave with fresh ideas, strategies and tools. Gregory Hagin, Corporate Vice President and Managing Director, CCS, NY; John Lewis, Head of School, The Gunston School, MD
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C-2 Girls as Global Change Agents Texas 5
How can educators prepare girls to be thought leaders and global change-makers? How can we cultivate girls’ courage, creativity, and collaboration in areas where women are most underrepresented: STEM fields, business, politics? How do international students help broaden our perspectives, developing skills to thoughtfully and responsibly create change together? Join us to discuss Westover School’s trans-curricular, holistic approach to empowering girls, living our motto, “To Think, To Do, To Be.” Kathryn Taylor, Director of the Rasin Center for Global Justice; Sara Sykes, Director of Admission, Westover School, CT
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C-3 Model United Nations Partnerships Hill Country A
Model United Nations provides students with exposure to real world issues as they take on the perspective of different countries and work collectively to resolve conflict. This workshop will focus in on lessons learned by MUN advisors as they have co-developed MUN opportunities for middle and upper school students. This has included the creation of clubs, workshops, conferences and cross-divisional leadership opportunities. Materials and strategies will be provided to schools interested in creating their own MUN programs. David Lynn, Director of International Studies, Charlotte Country Day School, NC; Derek Smith, K-12 Global Studies Coordinator, Charlotte Latin School, NC
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C-5 Global Travel; Local Preparation Texas 7
Exeter’s Global Initiatives director and Dean of Students will share ways in which your institution can navigate the evergrowing risks of foreign travel. This includes centralized global travel oversight, behavioral guidelines for adults and students, best practices for orientation programs to protect and prepare your travelers, and utilizing technology to create an online portal of information for your emergency response team. Eimer Page, Director of Global Initiatives; Melissa Mischke, Dean of Students, Phillips Exeter Academy, NH
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C-6 Who is Living in Our Dorms? Supporting International Boarders Big Bend A-B
International and residential programs in boarding schools often rely on each other to support international students in their daily academic, residential and social lives. The goal of both offices is to create a caring, responsible and positive boarding experience that meets the needs of each international student. Learn about the ways these offices must constantly work together and communicate with each other, in order to successfully meet the needs of a growing international student boarding population. Sarah Todd, Director, International Program; Gene Phillips, Director, Residential Program; Adriana Redmond, International Advisor, St. Stephen’s Episcopal School, TX
M O N D AY 2:30pm - 3:30pm
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COLLEGE COUNSELING
C-7 An Academic Abroad Program Sounds Great, but Where in the WORLD do I start?
C-9 College Counseling and the Chinese Context
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For all the right reasons, every school these days is going “global.” However, starting a legitimate study abroad program can be a daunting logistical challenge. Location choices, student safety, home stays, teachers, expenses and travel can cause any administrator to lose focus and commitment. Members of Vermont Academy’s Global Programs team will explain how they have already established two faculty supported trimester long academic programs in Spain and Chile, with a third program currently planned for China next fall. Fanning Hearon, Assistant Head of School/Academic Dean; Sean Brennan, Head of School, Vermont Academy, VT
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How do you encourage Chinese students at US boarding schools to develop their entire profile and to evaluate best fit and program strengths of US universities? As a US education firm in China mentoring hundreds of Chinese students both in US boarding schools and Chinese high schools applying to college, we share insights on the holistic mentorship philosophy of encouraging Chinese students to fully engage in the boarding school community and communicating the importance of these components to Chinese parents. Paige Stabolepszy, Managing Consultant, New Pathway Education, Shanghai
C-8 Students Get Global Experiential Learning While They Impact the World
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Educators are discovering innovative ways to use real worldchanging platforms to educate students while engaging them in cross-cultural, global, and meaningful connections. Kiva U is a program that utilizes the poverty alleviation platform of Kiva.org to build global competency and empathy, cultivate leadership and critical thinking, and develop financial literacy skills, all as part of core classroom subjects. Hear how educators are using this tool, and get access to free curriculum and resources.
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Jessica Hansen, Education Development Manager, Kiva, CA; Kristen Goggin, Math Teacher, Town School for Boys, CA
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Continental Breakfast 8:00am – 8:45am Texas Ballroom
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D-3 Every Teacher a Researcher: Using Faculty Personalized Learning Plans for Global Connection Hill Country A
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D-1 Creating a Diverse Student Body: International Recruitment Hill Country D
With a decreasing domestic student demographic and the demand for diversification of our international student body, admission folks are caught between a rock and a hard place. International recruitment can be a daunting and lonely task, but with careful planning and targeted strategies, it can also bring a wonderfully rich and diverse student community to your school. Topics such as preparation, scheduling, exploring markets and budgeting accordingly will be discussed.
Thomas Steele-Maley, Director of Innovation, GEMS World Academy-Chicago, IL
Clayton Johnston, Director of Admissions, Brentwood College School, BC
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D-2 Tradition and Innovation in a Two-Year Global Studies Program Texas 5
Welcome to MAPS (Mercersburg’s Advanced Program for Global Studies), an intense and innovative two-year program for students. The program enables students to become engaged global citizens, independent learners, and creative thinkers with its requirements of 150 hours of community service, four weeks of travel abroad with an academic component, language through level 4, completion of a 50-page analytical essay with guidance from an expert mentor, and a seminar course focusing on political science, philosophy, ethics and linguistics. Philip Kantaros, MAPS Director; Peter Kempe, MAPS Associate Director, Mercersburg Academy, PA
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Learn how GEMS World Academy-Chicago provides extensive support for teachers as they research, design, prototype and reflect on interdisciplinary global citizenship projects. Participants will see examples of how administration and faculty work together in a design based research process to imagine, support and maintain international school to school projects, work on personal learning networks for ongoing teacher research, and re-imagine learning.
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D-4 SWOT Analysis for Heads: Make Data Work for You Join this session to discover how you can analyze your school’s Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities and Threats with datadriven information that will help you to make better decisions for success. We’ll explore how strengths—like your school’s brand experience and learning model—can drive your school’s future engagement with an increasingly mobile and web-savvy constituency. Case studies from your peers will highlight where you need to focus your efforts. Pat Bassett, President and Senior Consultant, Heads Up Educational Consulting, VA; Jon Moser, Founder and CEO, Finalsite, CT
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D-5 Teachers as Ambassadors: Fostering Intercultural Communication and Understanding
D-7 Authentic African Experientials at African Leadership Academy
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A multifaceted array of values, beliefs, attitudes, customs and preferences accompanies our students. Teachers direct intercultural exchanges daily: among students, with parents, and between students and adults. How do we help students to navigate our campus culture? Culturally competent adults are able to facilitate communication across cultures. At times we practice diplomacy. Explore case studies on the breakdown of communication across cultures in the school environment and increase your cultural awareness and sensitivity. Christine Knapp, Instructor in English, Phillips Exeter Academy, NH
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D-6 Beyond Diversity 101: Student Led Education for Multicultural Awareness and School Community Inclusiveness Big Bend A-B
A Multicultural Awareness Retreat lead by students revealed that deeper questions exist about issues of diversity, which can be addressed through a cohesive and comprehensive education program. Issues of inclusion, cultural and socioeconomic stereotyping and cognitive competence exist, and challenges us to explore and develop practical solutions. A Diversity Council, charges student leaders to develop an integrated agenda to introduce these important conversations and to establish our personal and community responsibilities. Angela Barton, Diversity Council Member, Foreign Language Instructor; Dorothea Ragsdale, Foreign Language Instructor, Culver Academies, IN
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African Leadership Academy whose mission is to develop the next generation of African Leaders, has developed programs that offer change-makers and young leaders from around the globe the opportunity to activate their leadership potential and make a difference. Model African Union, Global Scholars Program, and Catalyst Term at African Leadership Academy all provide unique leadership opportunities for young leaders. Learn more about ALA’s programs and how you can develop your own mission aligned programming. Chris Cheney, Assistant Dean of Academy, African Leadership Academy, Gauteng, South Africa
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D-8 Beyond the Ivy League: Gaining Acceptance for Other Selective Colleges and Universities Big Bend C-D
Many international students coming to the United States narrowly focus their attention on highly-selective institutions, specifically those in the Ivy League. Many are unaware or not open to considering other high-quality institutions that exist throughout the country. The presenters will shine light on how to help these students and their families evaluate the quality of these colleges as well as provide students with exposure to alternate institutions through college visits. Jenna Kotarides, International Student Coordinator, Friends School of Baltimore, MD
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Coffee Break 10:00am – 10:15am Texas Ballroom Foyer
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E-3 Understanding Education Systems around the World Hill Country A
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E-1 It Ain’t the 90s Any More! Understanding and Communicating International Admission Trend Data Hill Country D
In the late ‘90s, it was impossible to believe it would be difficult to enroll Korean students, or that Chinese students would soon comprise the majority of schools’ international enrollments. Prepare to intelligently educate your board about enrollment challenges related to the STEEP factors (social, technological, economic, environmental, and political). Join us for a lesson in trends, opportunities and challenges; what your board needs to know; and, how to budget/fund international recruitment and travel. Aimee Gruber, Senior Director of Outreach, SSATB, BC; Francis Ryan, Assistant Headmaster, Rumsey Hall School, CT
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E-2 Global Leadership in Action: Two ValuesBased Approaches to the World’s Challenges Texas 5
Havergal College, an independent girls school in Toronto, and Pickering College, a JK-12 co-educational day and boarding school will demonstrate different approaches to learning to empower students with the leadership skills, confidence and knowledge to become values-based agents of change at local and global levels. Program participants will emerge with a philosophical and pedagogical framework, strategies for program design and implementation, and the tools and resources to implement a powerful, values-driven model to develop character-based leadership capacities in your school. Kimberly Bartlett, Director of Teaching and Learning; Julia Hunt, Director of Global Leadership, Pickering College, ON; Ann Peel, Director, Institute at Havergal, Havergal College, ON
When we understand the classroom that many of our international students are coming from, we can better help these students learn. Knowing more about their educational background can help us better anticipate their learning and transitional needs. The education systems in Brazil, Germany, China, Vietnam and Korea will be discussed and analyzed as participants visit these classrooms via the internet. Brenda Vishanoff, Director of Academic Support; Charity Renwick, ELL Coordinator, Wheaton Academy, IL
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E-4 A Well-Rounded Team of Trip Leaders Matters! Hill Country B
Whether the adults are titled chaperones, trip leaders, teachers, or volunteers, the leadership team, is often instrumental in the success of the global trip. When hiring trip leaders, it’s crucial to have the desired total skill-set, attributes and experiences in mind for the team. The presenters will discuss and exemplify how to build and train a well-rounded team where each member contributes particular strengths, complementing the other members. Charlotte Blessing, Director of Global Education, Lakeside School, WA; Pauline McKean, Director of Global and Immersion Programs, The Hun School of Princeton, NJ
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E-5 How Student Leaders Strengthen Global Community Big Bend A-B
How can leadership building techniques be more globally mindful? Come find out how the Dean of Residential and Community Life, the English Language Learning teacher, and the Diversity Coordinator collaborated to work with students to identify the skills to live and lead in a global world with all its diversity. Learn how that work influences the training of future student leaders and impacts the life of the school. Edna-Anne Valdepenas, Dean for Student Services, Diversity Coordinator; Pippa Rex, Dean for Community and Residential Life; Jenna Davis, ELL Teacher, George School, PA
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E-6 Supporting International Students Hill Country C
Bement began accepting international students in the early 1970’s, and in 2015, we’re proud of the support we offer our students from at least ten countries each year. As a junior boarding school (grades 3-9), the students’ needs are unique. This session will provide a look at concrete practices which have served students and families of Bement well for many decades.
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E-7 Understanding “Stereotype Threat” to Promote Global Competency Texas 7
How can Claude Steele’s research into “Stereotype Threat” help schools promote a global focus? Linking current research to powerful stories from TABS/NAIS schools, this workshop encourages participants to share experiences and develop practical solutions. We begin with an overview of Stereotype Threat—explaining how stereotypes undermine both cognitive and social/emotional success. This framework can help teachers and students respond to the stereotypes met while traveling abroad. It also illuminates difficulties faced by international students in our classrooms, where cultural misunderstandings can produce ST. Alexander McCandless, Christopher H. Lutz Director, Center for Global Studies; Elizabeth Parada, Director of Multicultural Affairs, Loomis Chaffee, CT
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It is important to examine how we attract international students and how we achieve “country/regional balance”. This presentation will explore international recruitment strategies, challenges and successes in balancing and diversifying the international student population at Cheshire Academy, and programs in place that support and celebrate our global community of learners. Aside from the formal presentation, this session is designed to be interactive and provide an opportunity for colleagues to share ideas on how to be better global schools. Kristen Mariotti, Senior Associate Director of Admission, Cheshire Academy, CT
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F-3 More than Drive-By PD: Deeper Approaches for Deeper Relationships Hill Country A
Teachers are often asked to implement new pedagogies, and “drive by” professional development is the new normal. A deep dive into global education and project-based learning has allowed teachers at Town School for Boys to transform their practices. Rather than “flavor of the month” initiatives, teachers are partnering with schools and organizations on projects that encourage reciprocity and long-term relationships, and the combination of PD travel, coaching, and workshops has allowed for deep transformative change. Kristen Goggin, Middle School Math Teacher and Co-Leader of Global Initiatives, Town School for Boys, CA; Jennifer Klein, Director of Professional Development, World Leadership School, CO
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F-2 Using PBL and Design Thinking to Develop Global Leaders Texas 5
As the world becomes more accessible, teachers must help students make global connections through curriculum and travel. This can be done by creating opportunities for real-life challenge based problem solving. This helps students become future global leaders and allows them to interact insightfully with the world around them. Design Thinking lets students develop creative answers to global problems through various methods. George Stewart, Dir. of Curriculum, EF, Education First, MA; Kelly Neely, Dir. of Global Studies, Brimmer and May School, MA; Justin Joslin, Director of Experiential Learning, New Hampton School, NH
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Students at The Kildonan School in Amenia, NY formed a partnership with Darussafaka School in Istanbul, Turkey, combining both a NAIS Challenge 20/20 project and IB MYP Personal Projects. As a culmination to the partnership, Kildonan students traveled to Istanbul, forming a global connection among students who learn differently. The presentation will share highlights of the partnership process, the student projects, and recommendations for ways to use international service learning to activate the strengths of LD learners. Jeremy Robbins, Assistant Headmaster, The Kildonan School, NY
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F-5 Running a Great International Program: 30 Tips in 60 Minutes
F-7 Re-envisioning Education as a Path to Global Competence
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Join two experienced International Program Directors and College Counselors for an exciting, interactive presentation of best tips for your international program, culled from experience and programming from all over the world. Topics to be addressed will include orientation, leadership programs, travel & visas, vacations, host families, college counseling, parents, faculty development, accommodations and more. Leave this presentation with new ideas that will energize and invigorate your program and your school.
Many schools offer travel opportunities, but few successfully integrate global education throughout their curriculum. Discover how global learning dimensions can inform and guide curricula in Lower, Middle, and Upper School. Explore how to reshape curriculum to cultivate disposition, knowledge, communication skills, and critical thinking to prepare students to understand complex global issues and actively promote sustainability, social justice, equality, and peace.
Anne Richardson, International Program Director, Assoc. Director College Counseling, Kents Hill School, ME; Susie Furrow, International Academic Counselor, Maine Central Institute, ME
Susanna Jones, Head of School; Melissa Brown, Director of Global Education; Lisa Pence, Director of Upper School, HoltonArms Shool, MD
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How can dorm parents and residential administrators use school mission and core values to grow a cohesive residential curriculum for domestic, international students and numerous grade levels? Worcester Academy, using its core values as a base for development, has built a residential curriculum focused on student choice, adolescent growth and global impact. This session will examine the increasingly diverse populations of our schools and how best to grow cultural interactions and student growth through residential curriculums. Jake Sumner, Dean of Residential Life, Worcester Academy, MA
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G-3 Deepening International Partnerships Through Online Learning Hill Country B
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G-2 Coaching Your Faculty to Better Understand and Meet the Needs of International Students Hill Country A
Faculty who understand the unique needs of international students experience a more rewarding adventure working with these learners. Getting this right allows our students to experience global learning in the affective domain. Strategies for understanding global educational curriculum, philosophies and culture differences will be discussed. A framework for faculty professional development including how to take your faculty abroad will be given. The rewards of faculty buy-in and confidence in this area will be an indispensable component of globalizing your school.
The Hybrid Learning Consortium is a partnership of over 15 schools globally, developing and providing online courses to their students in the collective. The courses have deepened the global perspectives and connection between the students both on campus and within the virtual courses. See the diversity of tools and pedagogy to build genuine relationships worldwide between teachers and students. Learn how to overall positively impact the success of your international programming through online learning. Kellye Crockett, Director of Admissions and Marketing; Shane Foster, Head of School, The Barstow School, MO
Brenda Vishanoff, Director of International Students, Wheaton Academy, IL
Shang Learning is a boutique education advisory that provides Chinese families industry intelligence, comprehensive assessment, and independent advice throughout the child’s development. We also offer proprietary courses that enhance life-skills such as selfawareness, communication, and critical thinking, to prepare students for their journeys abroad academically, socially and professionally.
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G-4 Chinese Students in a Foreign School
G-5 How to Create Residential “Buy-In” from Your International Boarding Population
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We will hear accounts from Chinese students, parents and teachers who have each experienced the academic and residential curriculum at a foreign school. We will explore and discuss the journey Chinese families take from their home through the admissions process and into placement at their new school. We will also hear stories from these students, parents and teachers about their transition into a new school and culture. Joe Elias, Former Director of Student Life, YK Pao School, MA
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Independent schools vary in a number of ways, but they ultimately want the same thing for their international students. We all want our international population to “buy-in” to the programs we offer to ensure the best possible experience for all students. Join administrators from two vastly different institutions, Oxford Academy in CT and Shattuck-St. Mary’s School in MN, for an open forum to discuss successes and failures they have experienced along the way. Matthew LaSota, Dean of Students, The Oxford Academy, CT; Andrew Garlinski, Director of Global Education & ESL, ShattuckSt. Mary’s School, MN
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Educational Travel Adventures Customized education, service learning & language immersion programs to countries around the world. Julian Jacobs, Director of International Programs 4400 Route 9 South, Ste. 1000 Freehold NJ 07728 704 830 1624 jjacobs@etadventures.com www.etadventures.com Finalsite Finalsite provides an online learning and communications platform for schools in 60 countries. Angelo Otterbein, Event Coordinator 655 Winding Brook Drive Glastonbury CT 06033 800 592 2469 education@finalsite.com www.finalsite.com FindingSchool A Boston-based leading search engine of US private education resource for Chinese market since 2011. Xi Zhang, Founder 100 TradeCenter, G-700 Woburn MA 01801 617 875 5439 xi.zhang@findingschool.org www.FindingSchool.com Global Rescue LLC Global Rescue offers travel risk & crisis management services to schools and tour operators/ agents. Chris Palmieri, Senior Manager 177 Milk St., Ste. 700 Boston MA 02109 617 459 4200 cpalmieri@globalrescue.com www.globalrescue.com
Global Routes Global Routes is a pioneer in the world of experiential-based, international programming for youth. Dianna Hahn, Director One World Way Windsor NH 03244 413 585 8895 mail@globalroutes.org www.globalroutes.org Hothouse Media Study Travel Magazine & Alphe Conferences connect schools with student recruiter agents worldwide. Tom Stewart, International Sales Executive 11-15 Emerald St. London N4 2NE UK +44 (0)20 7440 4028 tom@hothousemedia.com www.hothousemedia.com IELTS USA IELTS is an English Language proficiency test accepted by over 9,000 organizations worldwide. Kate McKeen, Recognition Manager 825 Colorado Blvd. Ste. 221 Los Angeles CA 90041 323 255 2771 ielts@ieltsusa.org www.ielts.org/usa iTEP iTEP makes a convenient, comprehensive and affordable English proficiency exam for your campus. Michael Salenko, Executive Director 22048 Sherman Way, #210 Canoga Park CA 91303 818 887 3888 contactus@iteponline.com www.iteponline.com
Level Up Village K-8 students learn design thinking by solving problems with peers globally through virtual exchange. Neesha Rahim, Co-founder 1 Park Avenue Old Greenwich CT 06870 646 242 6529 neesha@levelupvillage.com www.levelupvillage.com Maximo Nivel Maximo Nivel offers programs including Spanish Camp, High School Abroad, Volunteering, and Spanish. Samantha Kapaun, Director of Program Development 7950 NW 53rd St. Ste. 337 Miami FL 33166 800 866 6358 international@maximonivel.com www.maximonivel.com Minds Abroad We offer customized programs in Asia, blending classes, service, homestays & cultural activities. Carl Jaramillo, President 6000 Brass Lantern Rd Raleigh NC 27606 877 U ABROAD (877 722 7623) conferences@mindsabroad.com www.MindsAbroad.com
New Global Citizens NGC provides tailored academic coursework surrounding global competency and student action. Paul Bork, Expansion Manager 1430 W. Broadway Rd. Ste. 208 Tempe AZ 85282 208 830 2975 paul@newglobalcitizens.org www.newglobalcitizens.org The New York Times The New York Times offers special subscription plans for schoolwide access to NYTimes.com. Mark Condor, Education Manager 533 Albany Shaker Rd. Loudonville NY 12211 917 846 1966 edu@nytimes.com nytimesineducation.com/ schoolwide REACH Boarding REACH will automate and help manage your school boarding community. Brian Murray, North American Consultant 40 College Hill Rd. Rothesay NB E2E 5H1 Canada 506 721 9200 brian@reachboarding.com www.reachboarding.com Shearwater International Schools work with Shearwater to develop pre-arrival orientation programming powered by alumni. Jackson Boyar, Managing Director 519 Somerville Ave. #301 Somerville MA 02143 908 745 1519 info@shearwaterintl.com www.shearwaterintl.com
StudentUniverse StudentUniverse provides exclusive deals on travel for groups and individuals. Evan Becker, Director, Business Development 130 Turner St., Suite 530 Waltham MA 02453 617 321 3185 travelservices@studentuniverse.com www.studentuniverse.com
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Kiva Kiva U empowers teachers and students to learn about and change the world through microlending. Jessica Hansen, Education Development Manager 875 Howard St. Ste. 340 San Francisco CA 94103 415 484 8375 KivaU@kiva.org KivaU.org
Vericant Verified video interviews and proctored writing samples for your Chinese and Korean applicants. Nicki Fung, Co-founder Room 15E, Oriental Kenzo, Bldg. C, No. 48 Dongzhimen St. Beijing 100027 China +86 010 8485 6364 info@vericant.com www.vericant.com The Virtual High School The Virtual High School offers online learning that prepares students for college and careers. Jim Dachos, Director. Educational Partnerships 4 Clock Tower Place, Ste. 510 Maynard MA 01754 978 450 0419 info@TheVHS.org www.TheVirtualHighSchool.org
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