In this blog, we spoke with David Cole, Principal of The British International School, Ukraine. David reflected on the school’s response to the recent invasion in Ukraine and the resilience of the school’s community.
Human library: a life-changing conversation
Ambika Kapur from the International School of North America, Vietnam (SNA) describes the positive experience that she and her school gained when they organised and hosted their own event of this global movement.
Student initiative bridges tech and education to break India’s poverty cycle
In this blog, we speak with current DP student, Adit Nikhil Upadhye, one of the 2022 awardees of the Dr. Siva Kumari MYP Innovators’ Grant for his non-profit organization, Tech4All. Adit tells us about how Tech4All is dedicated to breaking the poverty cycle through tech and educational support, along with the inspiration behind it.
Social Emotional Learning (SEL): The powerful impact of emotional intelligence
This article shares the effectiveness of including wellbeing as a part of virtual learning and how it enhances the social skills of the learners.
How hot dogs sparked a conversation about anti-racism
In February 2020, at the International Baccalaureate’s African Education Festival in Johannesburg, the keynote speaker made a big impact on the IB staff in attendance. In this blog, Rémy Lamon and Wandile Mthiyane explore the impact of representation and community in education settings.
Removing barriers to learning: A journey to becoming an inclusive community
Lyndsay Gregory from Amsterdam International Community School (AICS) shares the school’s journey to opening their Student Support Centre for children with special educational needs.
Unveiling the journey of a thinker: Q&A with IB DP alumna, Amanda Luce
In this Q&A session, we speak with Amanda Luce, IB DP alumna, about her thoughts on the IB Learner Profile attribute of being a ‘thinker’.
A career in politics awaits Career-related Programme alumnus
In this blog, we speak with Karajahyah Schlagenhauf, Career-related Programme alumnus and first ever black head boy of St Leonards School in Scotland.
Diving into creativity, activity, and service (CAS)
We spoke with Dr. Love Trivedi from Jayshree Periwal International School (JPIS), India on how a diving trip inspired his students to create positive change.
Career-related studies provide opportunities in a competitive job market
In this blog, we speak with Hanna Olofsson, an IB Career-related Programme (CP) alumna, who reflects on her IB journey, the value of practical learning, and how she got a head start in her career path since graduating from the CP.
Curiosity and creativity: Where will it take you?
Dr Dimitrina Trendafilova from UWC Adriatic, Italy, reflects on how curiosity and creativity can be nurtured in schools and shares examples of how science concept can be conceived in a creative way
Supporting students to network their knowledge: notes on reviewing Diploma Programme biology
From August 2023, Diploma Programme (DP) teachers will need to ensure they are using the recently published biology subject guide (first assessment 2025). To mark the launch of the new subject guide, we asked an educator who was involved in the development of the curriculum to speak about the course and how the key updates […]
Celebrating inspirational IB alumnae for International Women’s Day
In this blog, we spoke with Manuelita Rojas, Alejandra Molina, and Monika Lionaite about how their IB education has empowered them as female leaders in the digital age.
Three expert tips for schools embracing a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion
Kam Chohan, the Executive Director of ECIS, shares her tips for making change within international schools working towards equal and just practices.
Exploring the universe: the IB learner profile drives one alum’s work at NASA
In this Q&A, we spoke with IB DP alumnus and aerospace professional, Johnathan Brendle, about his inspiring journey from a childhood fascination with space to a career at NASA.