AISD’s Advisory Transformation: Connecting Through Service Learning

At the American International School Dhaka (AISD), a reimagined approach to service learning is reshaping how students engage with their community.

Community Engm'tLeeAnne LavenderDecember 16, 2024Transformative Learning, Wellbeing, Community Partnerships, Community Engagement, Changemakers, Middle School, Secondary School, Service Learning, School Identity, Student Leadership

Empowering Student Leadership at Shanghai American School

All-School SL, Community Engm'tLeeAnne LavenderDecember 13, 2024Student Leadership, Global Citizenship, Sustainability Education, Changemakers, School Identity, Service Learning, Transformative Learning, Secondary School, Community Partnerships, Community Engagement

From Punk Roots to Global Impact: Meet Inspire Citizens Founder Aaron Moniz

Aaron’s unconventional journey into education began at the age of nine when he discovered punk rock. The lyrics and ethos of this marginalized genre became foundational to his outlook as an emerging teen and would go on to influence his life in more sophisticated ways.

Inspire Citizens TeamLeeAnne LavenderOctober 14, 2024Empathy to Impact, Global Citizenship, Service Learning, Diversity, Interdisciplinary, DEIJ, International Education

From Inception to Reflection: How a Fast Fashion Interdisciplinary Unit Captivates Students and Teachers Alike

It's Bahnhofstrasse - reputed to be the most expensive street in the world. But teams of observant teens aren’t shopping – they’re gathering data and recording qualitative observations for a progressive educational experience.

SDGs, SL for M+S Learners, Professional DevelopmentLeeAnne LavenderSeptember 25, 2024IB, International Baccalaureate, Global Citizenship, Middle Years Programme, Service Learning, Secondary School, SDGs, Interdisciplinary

All Aboard: How A Unified Approach Plays a Key Role in Dramatically Improving A Language Learning Program

Jenny recalls that the parent response to the shift in Chinese language instruction was a little uncertain at first. In a context that has long respected parent expectations for a rigorous curriculum, the updates were viewed a little skeptically. “Now, I almost never receive any questions,” explains Jenny. “Parents see their kids differently - they observe their children not only learning language skills but also thinking about their responsibilities in the world.”

SDGs, SL for M+S LearnersLeeAnne LavenderMay 8, 2024Global Citizenship, Service Learning, Middle School, Interdisciplinary, SDGs, Language Learning

When are Issues “Too Big”... and When Are They Not?

It’s a moment every educator cherishes: sunshine is streaming through the windows as a fourth grader comes running into the classroom. He nearly trips over his own feet as he can’t wait to share with his teacher (and anyone else within earshot!) that, “We DID it! We’re HELPING!”

SDGs, SL for M+S LearnersLeeAnne LavenderMay 5, 2024Global Citizenship, Service Learning, International Education, Student Leadership, SDGs, Empathy to Impact

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