International Education 2.0: Who Are We Now?

International schooling was founded on ideals: that if students from around the world could learn together, they might learn to live together. But that vision, once universal, now feels fragile. Wars between countries are resurgent, globalization is slowing, and even the idea of international understanding is contested by some governments. Meanwhile, the commercial interests driving “international education” are everywhere: for‑profit groups dominate, and market economics increasingly trumps mission. In this session, we’ll explore what it means to lead in this new era and aim to rethink identity, purpose, and moral intent in a sector built on ideals that the world no longer takes for granted. Let’s tackle the big question of ‘What does international education stand for today?’ 

Format: Zoom Meeting (Zoom link will be sent 2 days before the event)
Fee: Free for EARCOS Members / $100 for Non-Members

Redefining Success Through Multiple Bottom Lines: A New Way to See Your School’s Success

What does success in education really look like?  And are schools measuring the right things? In this thought-provoking, interactive workshop, explore a powerful leadership framework that challenges traditional definitions of school success through a Triple Bottom Line for International Schools. Moving beyond test scores and budgets alone, this session introduces a practical mental model for understanding schools as complex organizations accountable to three interconnected priorities: financial sustainability, academic achievement, and the often-overlooked “intangible core” (or Soul) of the school. Participants will examine how leaders can balance competing priorities, explore the dangers of “Campbell’s Law” and why wisdom, judgment, and reflection remain essential in educational leadership. Ideal for school leaders, board members, and aspiring administrators, this session offers fresh language, practical tools, and a more holistic way to think about leading schools in an increasingly complex world.

Format: Zoom Meeting (Zoom link will be sent 2 days before the event)
Fee: Free for EARCOS Members / $100 for Non-Members