Liquid Learning Education Series Presents The 2nd Annual Building World-Class Private and International Schools Summit 2014 Innovative tools and strategies for school development and the delivery of high quality student outcomes in a dynamic operating environment

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr Ben Schmidt Regional Director, Southeast Asia & Pacific Cambridge International Examinations (CIE)

Jacqueline Tolentino President & CEO Eton International School Manila, Philippines

Wayne Bull Principal La Salle College, Western Australia 17 and 18 June 2014 Bradley Roberts Principal St Joseph’s Institution International, Singapore JW Marriott Hotel, Kuala Lumpur Cheng Mien Wee Executive Director Two Separately Bookable, Sunway International School Half-Day Workshops Simon Testa Director of Schools Beaconhouse Malaysia 19 June 2014

Dr D. Gerard J. Louis Principal HELP International School EXPLORE

Alison Hampshire Principal Developing key drivers for school Nexus International School, Putrajaya improvement and performance Janet Brock Headteacher The British International School Kuala Lumpur Managing institutional growth and strategies Andrew Homden Principal for school advancement Jumeira Baccalaureate School, Dubai, UAE Utilising innovative technologies for effective Michael Farley Headmaster Harrow International School Bangkok teaching and learning outcomes

Dylan Hughes Principal – Lower School Canadian International School of Hong Kong Leveraging branding and marketing strategies for student outreach Andre Casson Head of Secondary School Australian International School Singapore

Aloha Lavina Secondary School Vice Principal, HRDF/SBL CLAIMABLE for Director of Curriculum and Instruction MALAYSIAN COMPANIES Concordian International School, Thailand

Patrick Wee Chief Executive Officer GROUP MAD EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT Book & Pay by 28 March 2014 to Dato’ Satinah Syed Saleh, DBNS. Independent Director receive additional Value Plus Discount! R.E.A.L Education Group Managing Director Alpha Alsagoff Edu Sdn Bhd Phone: +60 3 2164 9920 Gerald Fernandez Managing Director Fax: +60 3 2164 9921 3Quantum Consultancy www.liquidlearning.asia KK Lew Managing Director [email protected] Level 3 Group SUPPORTERS Positioning the school for enhanced growth and success

Day One 17 June 2014 Leveraging new opportunities from emerging technology and how this is shaping global education 8.30 - 8.55 Registration and Morning Coffee • Identifying trends and innovative ways of utilising technology for quality education delivery 8.55 - 9.00 Official Welcome and Opening Remarks from • Embedding ICT use in teaching and learning strategic the Chair plans • Investing in mobile technology – deciding what is best for 9.00 - 9.45 OPENING KEYNOTE your school and considering student outcomes Localisation of International Schools – Emerging Dylan Hughes Principal – Lower School trends and challenges in the local education Canadian International School of Hong Kong landscape • Cultural challenges in adapting international education For nearly 20 years, Dylan has served in various leadership standards and practices into the local context roles at highly regarded international schools in New • Global curriculum for the local community – What do Zealand, Brunei, Indonesia and Beijing. Having worked in parents and students want? three IB through schools now, he has a proven track record as an exemplary educator and brings with him a wealth • Balancing the identity of an international education of knowledge about teaching and learning, as well as provider while catering for the needs of the local market extensive IB and Learning Technologies experience. As an Dr Ben Schmidt international educational leader, he believes that a school’s Regional Director, Southeast Asia & Pacific most significant asset is its people – staff, students and the Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) parent community. Based in Singapore, Ben leads a team that is responsible for driving the organisation’s growth in providing Cambridge 12.00 - 12.15 Questions and Discussion programs and qualifications to schools across the region. 12.15 - 1.15 Networking Lunch Prior to joining Cambridge International Examinations, Ben has had over 15 years of experience in the education 1.15 - 2.00 CASE STUDY sector in Europe, having worked in numerous roles and Driving education excellence through continuous capacities that led to educational transformation and evaluation and improvement strategic partnerships. He has successfully managed • Establishing organisation-wide quality assurance for training and professional development programs as well continuous excellence as research programs and consulted on the design of • Evaluating and improving professional development for educational facilities. teachers 9.45 - 10.00 Questions and Discussion • Effectively assessing and benchmarking student learning outcomes 10.00 - 10.45 EXPERT COMMENTARY Andre Casson Head of Secondary School Reviewing the processes of establishing and Australian International School Singapore advancing Private / International Schools Andre brings 20 years of education experience to the • Understanding education policies and their impact school having taught in various independent schools in toward Private and International Schools Australia and China. He began his teaching career at • Challenges of setting up new schools and growing Christian Brothers Agricultural School Tardun, Western student population Australia, and later taught at Aquinas College in Perth. After • Aligning school expansion strategic plans with 6 years, he took the opportunity to work at Dulwich College Government initiatives and the Economic Transformation Shanghai, and was appointed as one of the inaugural staff Program (ETP) members to the position of Deputy Head of Senior School. Dato’ Satinah Syed Saleh, DBNS. He understands the important link between curriculum and Independent Director R.E.A.L Education Group pastoral care to ensure positive educational outcomes for Managing Director Alpha Alsagoff Edu Sdn Bhd the students. Dato’ Satinah focuses on advisory and consulting services 2.00 - 2.15 Questions and Discussion in K12 private . She is also the Education Advisor & Consultant for Khazanah Nasional 2.15 - 3.00 CASE STUDY Berhad. Previously she was the Director for Private Growing private and international schools in a Education Division in the Ministry of Education, overseeing highly competitive education industry the policy planning and growth in K12 private education • Analysing local and international trends and challenges in Malaysia. Her wealth of experience and knowledge in impacting your school education covers both public and private education, as well • Capitalising on opportunities for growth and as at the Ministry of Higher Education level, from basic to advancement in the education sector tertiary, technical and vocational education. • Tips and strategies for rising above increasing 10.45 - 11.00 Questions and Discussion competition and choices of study Cheng Mien Wee Executive Director 11.00 - 11.15 Morning Tea Sunway International School 11.15 - 12.00 CASE STUDY

PLUS WORKSHOPS! VALUE PLUS DISCOUNT TWO Separately Bookable, Half-Day Receive $300 off registration if you Workshops on 19 June 2014 register and pay by 28 March 2014 Positioning the school for enhanced growth and success Building a reputation as a world class educational institution

Mien is an educator with almost 30 years of experience Day Two 18 June 2014 working in the education industry in Malaysia. Her experience in education covers teaching, assessment and evaluation, high school curriculum planning and delivery, education planning and administration, as well as facilitation of professional development programmes. Mien completed her B.Sc.Ed. (Hons) and M.Ed. (Planning & Administration) qualifications at the , 8.30 - 8.55 and her M.A. (Work Based Learning) degree with Morning Coffee Middlesex University, UK. She has also completed The 8.55 - 9.00 Opening Remarks from the Chair Wharton School’s Executive Development Programme (EDP). 9.00 - 9.45 EXPERT COMMENTARY Building and sustaining a successful brand in 3.00 - 3.15 Questions and Discussion the increasingly competitive market 3.15 - 3.30 Afternoon Tea • Creating a strong brand image and reputation for your school 3.30 - 4.15 INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION • Increasing your brand equity, student numbers and What makes world-class education? Future- profitability simultaneously proofing education in an innovation-driven world • Harnessing new media technologies for reputation • The future of global education: Forward-looking management and brand advocacy strategies to anticipate and embrace rapid changes Patrick Wee Chief Executive Officer • Sustaining global education excellence that remains GROUP MAD relevant through time With more than 19 years of experience in branding • The role of creativity, innovation, partnerships and and people development, Patrick leads GROUP MAD, hands-on experience a group of branding and leadership development Simon Testa Director of Schools consultancies that deliver strategic thinking and practical Beaconhouse Malaysia solutions. Patrick and his team have consulted and continue to work with various global brands. Particularly Dr. D. Gerard J. Louis Principal on the education front, Patrick is currently consulting with HELP International School Sri Emas International School and the Ace Edventure Alison Hampshire Principal Group. He is also an Industry Advisor to Taylor’s Nexus International School, Putrajaya University, Limkokwing University and Portman College in Malaysia. Janet Brock Headteacher The British International School Kuala Lumpur 9.45 - 10.00 Questions and Discussion 10.00 - 10.45 CASE STUDY 4.15 - 4.30 Questions and Discussion Effective curriculum design, development and 4.30 - 5.15 CASE STUDY delivery Building strong partnerships with parents and • Enhancing curriculum development to incorporate the community engaging instruction and creative learning spaces • Strategies for engaging and encouraging parents to be • Key elements for effective program delivery that will actively involved in students’ academic progress produce well-rounded students • Pulling together resources to foster strong parent- • Assessing teaching and learning outcomes and school-community relationships improving curriculum programs • Effectively and actively communicating with parents and Aloha Lavina Secondary School Vice Principal, the community Director of Curriculum and Instruction Wayne Bull Principal Concordian International School, Thailand La Salle College, Western Australia Aloha is a seasoned professional with a lifelong interest Wayne is the Western Australian recipient of the National in designing engaging instruction and learning spaces Excellence in Teaching Award for Inspirational Educators both physical and cognitive. Currently, she leads the in 2013. He was previously the Principal of Lumen Christi curriculum development and school improvement College, Head of Secondary at St Brigid’s College and through teacher professional learning at Concordian Assistant Principal at the Mercedes College, before taking International School in Bangkok. She has a strong up the role as Principal of La Salle College in 2006. He is background in curriculum, action research, and creativity the immediate past president of the Catholic Secondary / motivation, as well as a proven track record in starting Principals’ Association of Western Australia (CSPA), a programs, developing resources, coordinating events, Member of the Catholic Education Commission of and applying powerful ideas in creative ways. Western Australia, and a Member of the Australian College of Education.

5.15 - 5.30 Questions and Discussion 5.30 Concluding remarks from the chairperson 5.30 - 6.30 Networking reception SUPER SAVER DISCOUNT EARLY BIRD DISCOUNT Receive $200 off registration if you Receive $100 off registration if you register and pay by 25 April 2014 register and pay by 23 May 2014 Building a reputation as a world class educational institution

Establishing and growing a dynamic culture within your international school • What does an international culture look like – preparing for an increasingly globalised student market 10.45 - 11.00 Questions and Discussion • Providing a positive learning environment that blends together local and international cultures 11.00 - 11.15 Morning Tea • Developing keen understanding and appreciation for 11.15 - 12.00 CASE STUDY cultural values within the school Key strategies for achieving pedagogical Jacqueline Tolentino President & CEO excellence Eton International School Manila • Embracing a student-centred culture that shapes Jacqueline founded the Eton International School Manila in teaching and learning methodologies 2004 and has since been serving as the President and CEO • Integrating technology into academic programs to deliver of the school. Throughout these 10 years, she has achieved high quality education many milestones, including initiating the International School • Evolving from traditional classroom approaches to Partnership with PC and IMYC, piloting the e-learning blended learning methods to develop well-rounded program from k-12 from Singapore, introducing the i-kids students competition for grade-school and high-school students in Manila, as well as creating successful educational programs. Bradley Roberts Principal St Joseph’s Institution International, Singapore 3.00 - 3.15 Questions and Discussion Bradley is an experienced international school leader, 3.15 - 3.30 having taught in schools in Southern Africa, Japan, Afternoon Tea Switzerland, Qatar and Singapore. A Physics, Chemistry 3.30 - 4.15 CASE STUDY and Science Teacher by training, he also has experience Developing student leadership attributes through with different curriculum models from South African, British, curriculum innovation International Baccalaureate and American. Being highly • Building skill-sets and capabilities of next generation leaders involved in leading the growth of new schools, he has • Providing opportunities for students to lead and engage in significant experience in leading change, policy active participation formulation and vision consolidation. SJI International is a Catholic and Lasallian school and is one of only three • Preparing students for the real world through holistic international schools in Singapore licensed to admit local education programs students. Michael Farley Headmaster Harrow International School Bangkok 12.00 - 12.15 Questions and Discussion Michael is a Psychology graduate with a background in 12.15 - 1.15 Networking Lunch primary pedagogy, teacher training and outdoor education. 1.15 - 2.00 CASE STUDY ( Via Video Link ) Now in his 4th headship and 20th year in senior leadership roles, he has developed specialisms in leading strategic Managing school policies to facilitate change, educational facilities development, school development and quality performance governance, curriculum modelling and pastoral support • Implementing and managing school policies to support systems. Prior to Harrow International School Bangkok, he education delivery has led schools in Qatar, Tokyo and Cyprus. • Aligning goals with school targets to achieve excellence • Key strategies to facilitate holistic school development 4.15 - 4.30 Questions and Discussion toward outstanding achievements 4.30 Concluding Remarks from the Chair and Close of Andrew Homden Principal Conference Jumeira Baccalaureate School, Dubai, UAE Andrew has worked mainly in British schools overseas since 1980. A Housemaster at Island School in Hong Kong, he was appointed Head of Humanities at Guildford WHO WILL ATTEND Grammar School in Perth, before becoming Deputy Leaders and senior management from private and international Principal of the British International School in Jakarta, and schools from around the region, in roles spanning: subsequently Director of Schools at the Alice Smith School in Kuala Lumpur. He then joined Taaleem’s Dubai British • Chief Executive Officer • Directors School from Bangkok Patana as Head of School. He has • Chief Operating Officer • Senior Administrative also worked in Istanbul as the Director of Enka Schools. • Principal / Headmaster Managers 2.00 - 2.15 Questions and Discussion • Vice Principal / Deputy • Curriculum Development / Principal Pedagogy 2.15 - 3.00 CASE STUDY • Head of School • School Development / • Junior, Middle, Senior Business Development school leaders / Divisional • Performance Improvement Head of Schools • Marketing and • Head Teachers Communications

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9.00 - 12.30 WORKSHOP A Driving performance evaluation for private and international schools Operating within an increasingly competitive international education landscape, institutions and schools are striving to deliver greater value and better quality education as a priority. Private and international schools need to conduct on-going assessment on school programs, curriculum and teaching and learning methodologies in order to evaluate and improve student outcomes. Gerald Fernandez will share effective techniques and tips on benchmarking performance for continuous improvement in your school. This practical and interactive session will cover: • Analysing the strengths and weaknesses of your school • Benchmarking school performance against global education standards • Ways to effectively evaluate goals and improve strategies of the school • Assessing curriculum programs, classroom methodologies and students’ learning progress • Mapping strategies for continuous improvement to achieve excellence Expert Facilitator: Gerald Fernandez Managing Director 3Quantum Consultancy With more than 18 years of education experience, Gerald established 3Quantum Consultancy in 2012, focusing in the area of education management, business growth strategies and international market entry within South East Asia. He specialises in education management, business development and strategies, institutional planning and management, international marketing, building partnerships and talent management. Gerald is also the Chairman of the Australian University Programme (AUP) Industry Advisory Board at , and a business development consultant for the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

12.30 - 1.30 NETWORKING LUNCH

1.30 - 5.00 WORKSHOP B Unlocking innovative branding and marketing strategies to enhance school reputation School reputation, brand image, and marketing tools are key factors that closely intertwine and contribute to student numbers and increased enrolment. In order to build a strong and distinguished education brand, institutions and schools need to leverage creative branding and marketing strategies for student recruitment and successfully engage with the target market. In this practical workshop session, KK Lew will share insights on: • Understanding the core values of your school’s brand image and promise and how these contribute to school reputation • Utilising digital platforms and social media to engage with your stakeholders and target market • Developing innovative long-term strategic plans for continuous success • Practical tips and examples of creative branding and marketing plans Expert Facilitator: KK Lew Managing Director Level 3 Group KK has over 10 years of experience in the field of experiential branding, marketing and learning. Over the last decade he has worked in various roles including system analyst, music educationist, copywriter, translator, interpreter, certified professional trainer and now a Brand Master. He graduated from the National University of Singapore, and has spent the last decade honing his craft at multinational organisations in Singapore and China, before he co-founded SURE works & Level 3 Group, working with government authorities and leading property developers and education institutions throughout Iskandar Malaysia in Johor.

ABOUT THE FORUM Leaders and administrators of private schools and international schools alike face a unique set of evolving trends and challenges to be navigated in order to remain at the forefront of delivering a world-class educational experience. The ability to drive change, develop collaborations and partnerships, incorporate rapidly changing technological advancements into the classroom and deliver innovative teaching and learning methodologies are just a few of the key areas to be addressed on the path to building global recognition and thriving in an increasingly competitive and dynamic market landscape.

Following the success of the inaugural forum in 2013, Liquid Learning is delighted to present the Building World-Class Private and International Schools Summit 2014. Once again this exciting forum will provide the unique opportunity to network, share ideas and benchmark progress with leaders from both private schools and international schools from around the region. Drawing on case studies and practical examples from a range of educational institutions across the Asia-Pacific, this interactive and practical event will provide delegates with fresh perspectives and insights for enhancing the development of your school and pursuing the development of a world-class educational institution. Reserve your seats today to be a part of this compelling conversation!

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