Jeffry Martin Whittard
ROLE: Head of Middle School
SCHOOL: The American School Foundation Mexico City
COUNTRY: Mexico
Jeff Whittard spent the first 17 years of his career as a teacher and department head at leading independent schools in Canada. This past year, he began his first headship at The American School Foundation, Mexico City, where he was appointed Head of Middle School in July, 2020. Jeff holds undergraduate degrees in Environment Studies (University of Waterloo) and Education (Queen’s University), and a Master’s degree in Education (University of Toronto).
TWITTER: @citizenjeffry
Leading in a VUCA World
DESCRIPTION:
Now, more than ever, we live in a Volatile, Uncertain, Complex, Ambiguous (VUCA) world. How do we, as educators, navigate such turbulent waters? How do we continue to lead in our classrooms and schools when the future is so uncertain? How do we continue to build relationships and connect with our students, colleagues, and parents? Through an interactive, participant focused approach, Jeff will share his experiences as a new head of school while also drawing upon the experiences of the group.
STRAND: Beyond Now
TARGET AUDIENCE: Teachers/Educators, Administrators/School Leaders
TARGET GRADE LEVEL: Middle School, High School
TECH LEVEL: Intermediate
LANGUAGE: English
TIME: Session 4: 2:45-3:45
WHAT DO PARTICIPANTS NEED?
Padlet, Kahoot!, phone / tablet / laptop