Round Square Talking Heads Mon, 13 Jul 2026 11:20:51 -0400 http://ww.roundsquare.org en-gb © 2026 Round Square Talking Heads yes f381ba86-ae5f-531d-8638-bf5733bad513 Round Square episodic false Welcome to Round Square, where we bring you a series of insightful podcasts featuring Heads of School from across the globe. Join us for bite-sized episodes as we delve into the knowledge, experience, and inspiration of Heads from Round Square schools. Learn about how they foster community, character, and personal growth in unique contexts. 


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) education, leadership, school, community, personal growth, character development, global, Round Square, international, learning Round Square https://storage.buzzsprout.com/n590ab7ew03vqcwfieqfs5kv6zfq?.jpg Round Square Talking Heads http://ww.roundsquare.org Gerard Foley - Character Education Gerard Foley - Character Education How do the Round Square IDEALS help shape young people of character? In the latest Talking Heads Podcast, Gerard Foley, Principal of Ivanhoe Grammar School, explores the connection between character education and the Round Square framework. 

Drawing on examples from outdoor education, global learning, service initiatives, international experiences, and First Nations partnerships, Gerard reflects on how he believes  purposeful opportunities can help students grow into thoughtful and principled leaders. Listen to how at Ivanhoe Grammar School this approach remains central to preparing young people for lives of purpose, contribution, and leadership. 

]]> How do the Round Square IDEALS help shape young people of character? In the latest Talking Heads Podcast, Gerard Foley, Principal of Ivanhoe Grammar School, explores the connection between character education and the Round Square framework. 

Drawing on examples from outdoor education, global learning, service initiatives, international experiences, and First Nations partnerships, Gerard reflects on how he believes  purposeful opportunities can help students grow into thoughtful and principled leaders. Listen to how at Ivanhoe Grammar School this approach remains central to preparing young people for lives of purpose, contribution, and leadership. 

]]> Round Square - Gerard Foley Buzzsprout-19424635 Wed, 01 Jul 2026 06:00:00 +0000 276 Character Education 2 9 full false Blythe Everett and Misty Jordan - Community Service Blythe Everett and Misty Jordan - Community Service Blythe Everett, Headmaster at The Marvelwood School in the USA, is joined by the school’s Round Square Coordinator, Misty Jordan, for the latest episode of Talking Heads to explore the importance of community service. They discuss how Marvelwood dedicates Wednesdays to service learning — making up academic time with Saturday school because of the value they place on these experiences. The conversation highlights how service brings the Round Square IDEALS to life for students, with a particular focus on the RS Discovery of Compassion.

]]> Blythe Everett, Headmaster at The Marvelwood School in the USA, is joined by the school’s Round Square Coordinator, Misty Jordan, for the latest episode of Talking Heads to explore the importance of community service. They discuss how Marvelwood dedicates Wednesdays to service learning — making up academic time with Saturday school because of the value they place on these experiences. The conversation highlights how service brings the Round Square IDEALS to life for students, with a particular focus on the RS Discovery of Compassion.

]]> Round Square - Blythe Everett, Misty Jordan Buzzsprout-19311456 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0000 759 Service 2 8 full false Patrick Roberts - Diplomacy Patrick Roberts - Diplomacy In this episode of Talking Heads, Patrick Roberts, Head of School at Palmer Trinity School in Miami, USA, reflects on how diplomacy skills are developed through Round Square International Conferences and within the life of his school.

Drawing on insights from a recent Model United Nations session, Patrick highlights that what stood out was not disagreement, but how students approached it. They listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, adapted their thinking, and gradually worked toward shared understanding. Rather than seeking to “win” an argument, students focused on building consensus.

]]> In this episode of Talking Heads, Patrick Roberts, Head of School at Palmer Trinity School in Miami, USA, reflects on how diplomacy skills are developed through Round Square International Conferences and within the life of his school.

Drawing on insights from a recent Model United Nations session, Patrick highlights that what stood out was not disagreement, but how students approached it. They listened carefully, asked thoughtful questions, adapted their thinking, and gradually worked toward shared understanding. Rather than seeking to “win” an argument, students focused on building consensus.

]]> Round Square - Patrick Roberts Buzzsprout-19005876 Mon, 13 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0000 243 Democracy 2 7 full false Berdine Beukes - The Responsibility of Progress Berdine Beukes - The Responsibility of Progress Berdine Beukes, Executive Head at St George's Diocesan School in Namibia talks about how Round Square is primarily driven by women at the school and how our greatest strength lies not in perfection, but in authentic leadership grounded in compassion, resilience and purpose.  

]]> Berdine Beukes, Executive Head at St George's Diocesan School in Namibia talks about how Round Square is primarily driven by women at the school and how our greatest strength lies not in perfection, but in authentic leadership grounded in compassion, resilience and purpose.  

]]> Round Square - Berdine Beukes Buzzsprout-18854140 Tue, 17 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 293 International Women's Day 2 6 full false Vanita Uppal OBE - Women in Leadership Vanita Uppal OBE - Women in Leadership Vanita Uppal OBE, Director of The British School New Delhi, India, talks about women in leadership, women defining leadership and women aspiring to leadership for International Women's Day.

]]> Vanita Uppal OBE, Director of The British School New Delhi, India, talks about women in leadership, women defining leadership and women aspiring to leadership for International Women's Day.

]]> Round Square Vanita Uppal OBE Buzzsprout-18795603 Tue, 10 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000 413 International Women's Day 2 5 full false Martha Perry - International Women's Day Martha Perry - International Women's Day Martha Perry, Head Teacher of St Clement's School, Canada talks about why as a girls’ school of privilege, it is vital that we highlight that the theme of International Women's Day this year hones in on the theme ALL as there continues to be a gap in equality of rights between men and women in all nations.

]]> Martha Perry, Head Teacher of St Clement's School, Canada talks about why as a girls’ school of privilege, it is vital that we highlight that the theme of International Women's Day this year hones in on the theme ALL as there continues to be a gap in equality of rights between men and women in all nations.

]]> Round Square Martha Perry Buzzsprout-18773712 Mon, 02 Mar 2026 11:00:00 +0000 186 International Women's Day 2 4 full false Pratima Gupta - Courage Pratima Gupta - Courage Pratima Gupta, Head of School at Sunbeam Suncity (School & Hostel), Varanasi in India explores what courage looks like in schools and poses the question: when our students step into the world, will they simply be qualified or will they be courageous enough to redefine it?

]]> Pratima Gupta, Head of School at Sunbeam Suncity (School & Hostel), Varanasi in India explores what courage looks like in schools and poses the question: when our students step into the world, will they simply be qualified or will they be courageous enough to redefine it?

]]> Round Square Buzzsprout-18617593 Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:00:00 +0000 493 2 3 full false Francis Retter - Internationalism at BJAB Francis Retter - Internationalism at BJAB Francis Retter, Headteacher at British Junior Academy of Brussels (BJAB) in Belgium, talks about his experience of his first ever Round Square International Conference in Dubai and why it is more important than ever to take an international outlook. 

]]> Francis Retter, Headteacher at British Junior Academy of Brussels (BJAB) in Belgium, talks about his experience of his first ever Round Square International Conference in Dubai and why it is more important than ever to take an international outlook. 

]]> Round Square - Francis Retter Buzzsprout-18061854 Thu, 23 Oct 2025 11:00:00 +0000 423 Internationalism 2 2 full false Luke Hartley - Discovering a Spirit of Adventure Luke Hartley - Discovering a Spirit of Adventure Luke Hartley, Head of College at Woodridge College and Preparatory School, South Africa, talks about how Adventure is not just about taking a break from the classroom, but is as an amazing educational tool, to build personal growth and character, prepare leaders and allows young people to express themselves and transform them into young adults of significance.

]]> Luke Hartley, Head of College at Woodridge College and Preparatory School, South Africa, talks about how Adventure is not just about taking a break from the classroom, but is as an amazing educational tool, to build personal growth and character, prepare leaders and allows young people to express themselves and transform them into young adults of significance.

]]> Round Square - Luke Hartley Buzzsprout-17909680 Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0000 439 Adventure, Leadership, Courage 2 1 full false Alan Redfern – Exploring our Wellbeing Journey Alan Redfern – Exploring our Wellbeing Journey Alan Redfern, Headmaster of Stanford Lake College in South Africa, discusses the benefits of a holistic approach to wellness. He discusses implementing a comprehensive well-being program, designed to empower staff and students, shifting focus away from “tackling mental illness”, in favour of “equipping students with mental wellness skills”, stressing the importance of emotional intelligence and life/play balance in preparing students for the working world.

]]> Alan Redfern, Headmaster of Stanford Lake College in South Africa, discusses the benefits of a holistic approach to wellness. He discusses implementing a comprehensive well-being program, designed to empower staff and students, shifting focus away from “tackling mental illness”, in favour of “equipping students with mental wellness skills”, stressing the importance of emotional intelligence and life/play balance in preparing students for the working world.

]]> Round Square | Alan Redfern Buzzsprout-13671499 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 559 1 25 full false George Vance - Round Square from the Perspective of a Car Enthusiast George Vance - Round Square from the Perspective of a Car Enthusiast George Vance, Headmaster of Rockport School in Northern Ireland, offers a light-hearted reflection on the Round Square Community, drawing inspiration from his passion for cars. George discusses the understated, transformative nature of Round Square schools, likening them to sturdy Land Rovers, capable of driving enduring and positive change worldwide, fuelled by principles of international understanding, an appreciation of diversity, and an abundance of goodwill.

]]> George Vance, Headmaster of Rockport School in Northern Ireland, offers a light-hearted reflection on the Round Square Community, drawing inspiration from his passion for cars. George discusses the understated, transformative nature of Round Square schools, likening them to sturdy Land Rovers, capable of driving enduring and positive change worldwide, fuelled by principles of international understanding, an appreciation of diversity, and an abundance of goodwill.

]]> Round Square | George Vance Buzzsprout-13671466 Wed, 27 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000 449 1 24 full false Matthew Davies - Consequence Management - supporting a holistic approach to education Matthew Davies - Consequence Management - supporting a holistic approach to education Matthew Davies, Headmaster of Thomas More College in South Africa, outlines the school’s ‘Consequence Management’ approach, and discusses how it prioritises student well-being, community engagement, and collaborative partnerships between parents, students, and teachers. 

]]> Matthew Davies, Headmaster of Thomas More College in South Africa, outlines the school’s ‘Consequence Management’ approach, and discusses how it prioritises student well-being, community engagement, and collaborative partnerships between parents, students, and teachers. 

]]> Matthew Davies | Round Square Buzzsprout-13538842 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:00:00 +0000 652 1 23 full false David du Toit - The portrait of a St Stithians Knight David du Toit - The portrait of a St Stithians Knight David du Toit, Headmaster of St Stithians Boys’ College in Johannesburg, South Africa, discusses character education, Leadership, and the Round Square Discoveries. He shares what it means for his students to be St Stithians Knights, building the self-confidence, resilience, and commitment needed to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

]]> David du Toit, Headmaster of St Stithians Boys’ College in Johannesburg, South Africa, discusses character education, Leadership, and the Round Square Discoveries. He shares what it means for his students to be St Stithians Knights, building the self-confidence, resilience, and commitment needed to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

]]> Round Square | David du Toit Buzzsprout-13538828 Wed, 06 Sep 2023 08:00:00 +0000 586 1 22 full false Amrita Burman - How Round Square has impacted mindsets in the small town of Varanasi Amrita Burman - How Round Square has impacted mindsets in the small town of Varanasi Amrita Burman, Head of Sunbeam School, Lahartara in India, reflects on the impact that being part of the Round Square Network has had on the school and local community, and the changes she has observed. She considers how the RS IDEALS have enriched learning and encouraged students to step outside their comfort zone, engage with others, and bring new ideas and perspectives to their communities. 

]]> Amrita Burman, Head of Sunbeam School, Lahartara in India, reflects on the impact that being part of the Round Square Network has had on the school and local community, and the changes she has observed. She considers how the RS IDEALS have enriched learning and encouraged students to step outside their comfort zone, engage with others, and bring new ideas and perspectives to their communities. 

]]> Round Square | Amrita Burman Buzzsprout-13448889 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0000 594 1 21 full false Nargish Khambatta - How school leaders can help students to discover their potential Nargish Khambatta - How school leaders can help students to discover their potential Nargish Khambatta, Head of GEMS Modern Academy, Dubai outlines the role that education leaders have in helping young people to discover the power within. She discusses how a leadership model built on principles of holacracy and sophrosyne can contribute academic success, personal growth, compassion and self-awareness.

]]> Nargish Khambatta, Head of GEMS Modern Academy, Dubai outlines the role that education leaders have in helping young people to discover the power within. She discusses how a leadership model built on principles of holacracy and sophrosyne can contribute academic success, personal growth, compassion and self-awareness.

]]> Round Square | Nargish Khambatta Buzzsprout-13448880 Tue, 22 Aug 2023 08:00:00 +0000 581 1 20 full false Wayne Brown - Passion and Commitment Wayne Brown - Passion and Commitment Wayne Brown, Headmaster of Whanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand, explains how passion for service creates a deep sense of belonging, an understanding of care and compassion, and a connected community. He shares some ways in which students at Whanganui Collegiate School demonstrate their commitment and passion for service, impacting the lives of others through their actions.

]]> Wayne Brown, Headmaster of Whanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand, explains how passion for service creates a deep sense of belonging, an understanding of care and compassion, and a connected community. He shares some ways in which students at Whanganui Collegiate School demonstrate their commitment and passion for service, impacting the lives of others through their actions.

]]> Round Square | Wayne Brown Buzzsprout-13375091 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 480 1 19 full false Chris Townsend - Best Foot Forward Chris Townsend - Best Foot Forward Chris Townsend, Headmaster at Felsted School in the UK, talks about the value of setting a challenge. During Covid, Chris began running. In this podcast he shares the steps that led him to run the London Marathon, something he never thought he would do. He reflects on the importance of goals, the impact of support (received and given), and how adventure can drive us forward and enrich lives.

]]> Chris Townsend, Headmaster at Felsted School in the UK, talks about the value of setting a challenge. During Covid, Chris began running. In this podcast he shares the steps that led him to run the London Marathon, something he never thought he would do. He reflects on the importance of goals, the impact of support (received and given), and how adventure can drive us forward and enrich lives.

]]> Round Square | Chris Townsend Buzzsprout-13375083 Wed, 09 Aug 2023 07:00:00 +0000 495 1 18 full false León Trahtemberg - Schooling is structurally abusive and discriminatory, so let's do damage control León Trahtemberg - Schooling is structurally abusive and discriminatory, so let's do damage control León Trahtemberg, Headmaster of Áleph School in Peru, shares how the school approaches each child’s learning in an individual and responsive manner. León uses two scenarios to illustrate his argument that a “one size fits all” approach to education disadvantages students and obstructs their access to personalised learning. He explains how, at Áleph, educational strategies are designed to be child-centred and holistic. 

]]> León Trahtemberg, Headmaster of Áleph School in Peru, shares how the school approaches each child’s learning in an individual and responsive manner. León uses two scenarios to illustrate his argument that a “one size fits all” approach to education disadvantages students and obstructs their access to personalised learning. He explains how, at Áleph, educational strategies are designed to be child-centred and holistic. 

]]> Round Square | León Trahtemberg Buzzsprout-13277262 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 263 1 17 full false Bernd Westmeyer - Courage and Backbone Bernd Westmeyer - Courage and Backbone Bernd Westmeyer tells the story of seven alumni from Klosterschule Roßleben in Germany, whose courageous, 1944 coup d’état against Adolf Hitler led to their arrest and execution. Bernd shares how this tale of bravery in the face of oppression, continues to inspire the school community to value peace, prosperity, freedom, and have the courage to defend, protect, and advocate for them.

]]> Bernd Westmeyer tells the story of seven alumni from Klosterschule Roßleben in Germany, whose courageous, 1944 coup d’état against Adolf Hitler led to their arrest and execution. Bernd shares how this tale of bravery in the face of oppression, continues to inspire the school community to value peace, prosperity, freedom, and have the courage to defend, protect, and advocate for them.

]]> Round Square | Bernd Westmeyer Buzzsprout-13277251 Tue, 25 Jul 2023 09:00:00 +0000 403 1 16 full false Phillip Heath - The importance of knowing your why Phillip Heath - The importance of knowing your why Phillip Heath. Headmaster of Barker College in Australia, reflects on the purpose of education and the value of kindness. He shares how a desire to create positive impact outside Barker College led to partnerships with remote communities, and the creation of four indigenous schools, in a programme that aims to reclaim, uphold and celebrate Aboriginal culture, address educational disadvantage, and enrich intercultural understanding.

]]> Phillip Heath. Headmaster of Barker College in Australia, reflects on the purpose of education and the value of kindness. He shares how a desire to create positive impact outside Barker College led to partnerships with remote communities, and the creation of four indigenous schools, in a programme that aims to reclaim, uphold and celebrate Aboriginal culture, address educational disadvantage, and enrich intercultural understanding.

]]> Round Square | Philip Heath Buzzsprout-13093886 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 598 1 15 full false Lucy Gowdie - The Power of Policy Lucy Gowdie - The Power of Policy Lucy Gowdie, Head of School at the Inter-community School Zurich explores the power of policy in aligning purpose and values for students, families, and educators within school communities. She discusses the importance of an inclusive process for development and implementation, and highlights the role that good policy-making can play in providing safety, transparency, and security during challenging times. 

]]> Lucy Gowdie, Head of School at the Inter-community School Zurich explores the power of policy in aligning purpose and values for students, families, and educators within school communities. She discusses the importance of an inclusive process for development and implementation, and highlights the role that good policy-making can play in providing safety, transparency, and security during challenging times. 

]]> Round Square | Lucy Gowdie Buzzsprout-13093410 Tue, 04 Jul 2023 10:00:00 +0000 965 1 14 full false Sally James – Unpacking Success Sally James – Unpacking Success Sally James, Head of St Stithians Girls’ College, considers how success is defined in school and in life. With reference to Viktor Frankl’s 1946 book, “Man's Search for Meaning”, Sally reflects on the notion that if you make personal success your only goal, you are less likely to achieve it than if you make personal success an unintended side effect in aiming to make a positive difference to the lives of others, and the world around you. 

]]> Sally James, Head of St Stithians Girls’ College, considers how success is defined in school and in life. With reference to Viktor Frankl’s 1946 book, “Man's Search for Meaning”, Sally reflects on the notion that if you make personal success your only goal, you are less likely to achieve it than if you make personal success an unintended side effect in aiming to make a positive difference to the lives of others, and the world around you. 

]]> Round Square Buzzsprout-13065857 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 412 13 full false Nick Reeves – Building Character Nick Reeves – Building Character Nick Reeves from Colegio Colombo Británico explores some of the factors that contribute to decreasing levels of resilience in young people, and outlines how his school addresses them using the IB’s Approach to Learning (ATL). Nick discusses intentional teaching of skills, with an aim of building “resilience and strength of character", and the role that whole-school research plays in helping to identify target areas of development.

]]> Nick Reeves from Colegio Colombo Británico explores some of the factors that contribute to decreasing levels of resilience in young people, and outlines how his school addresses them using the IB’s Approach to Learning (ATL). Nick discusses intentional teaching of skills, with an aim of building “resilience and strength of character", and the role that whole-school research plays in helping to identify target areas of development.

]]> Round Square | Nick Reeves Buzzsprout-13065813 Tue, 20 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000 304 1 12 full false Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 3 of 3 Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 3 of 3 Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part THREE of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part THREE of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Round Square | Cory Lowde Buzzsprout-12951711 Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000 413 1 11 full false Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 2 of 3 Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 2 of 3 Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part TWO of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part TWO of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Round Square | Cory Lowde Buzzsprout-12951708 Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000 576 1 10 full false Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 1 of 3 Cory Lowde – The Teenage Brain Part 1 of 3 Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part ONE of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Cory Lowde from Box Hill school in the UK takes us on part ONE of a three-part journey through teenage brain development, offering insights into some of the challenges faced by teens, and how we might support them in navigating adolescence. He explains, with examples, how neurological changes can impact behaviour, emotional regulation, and learning, and how the 7 Cs (Consistency, Calmness, Conflict Avoidance, Care, Compassion, Control and Character) can help.  

]]> Round Square Buzzsprout-12951683 Wed, 31 May 2023 08:00:00 +0000 821 1 9 full false Arti Chowdhary - Fostering capable leaders for a happy world Arti Chowdhary - Fostering capable leaders for a happy world Arti Chowdhary from KC Public School in India draws inspiration from Daisaku Ikeda and Soka Humanism (believing in the infinite potential of others) to discuss the role that empathetic leadership plays in building a happy world. Arti discusses how capable leaders are fostered with conscious effort, and the importance of developing in young leaders a deep understanding of the problems of the world, and a capacity to use their voices to reach far and wide to educate and influence. 

]]> Arti Chowdhary from KC Public School in India draws inspiration from Daisaku Ikeda and Soka Humanism (believing in the infinite potential of others) to discuss the role that empathetic leadership plays in building a happy world. Arti discusses how capable leaders are fostered with conscious effort, and the importance of developing in young leaders a deep understanding of the problems of the world, and a capacity to use their voices to reach far and wide to educate and influence. 

]]> Round Square | Arti Chowdhary Buzzsprout-12849429 Tue, 16 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000 282 1 8 full false David Mindorff - The Transformative Impact of Adventure David Mindorff - The Transformative Impact of Adventure David Mindorff, Principal of Lyford Cay International School in the Bahamas talks about the transformative impact of adventure, and the effect that the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has had on his school community.  David reflects on the skills his students have developed through expeditions, the long-lasting impact of their experiences, and the opportunity the Award provides for growth across the whole school community.

]]> David Mindorff, Principal of Lyford Cay International School in the Bahamas talks about the transformative impact of adventure, and the effect that the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award has had on his school community.  David reflects on the skills his students have developed through expeditions, the long-lasting impact of their experiences, and the opportunity the Award provides for growth across the whole school community.

]]> Round Square | David Mindorff Buzzsprout-12849418 Tue, 16 May 2023 11:00:00 +0000 301 1 7 full false Dr Charles Yeboah - The National Leadership Institute: Training School Leaders in Ghana Dr Charles Yeboah - The National Leadership Institute: Training School Leaders in Ghana Dr Charles Yeboah from The International Community School in Ghana shares his work with the Minister of Education and education experts in establishing the National Education Leadership Institute leadership programme. The training programme aims to provide accessible online resources and coaching for school leaders, without requiring them to leave their schools, through four courses that focus on strategic, instructional, operational, and transformational leadership. 

]]> Dr Charles Yeboah from The International Community School in Ghana shares his work with the Minister of Education and education experts in establishing the National Education Leadership Institute leadership programme. The training programme aims to provide accessible online resources and coaching for school leaders, without requiring them to leave their schools, through four courses that focus on strategic, instructional, operational, and transformational leadership. 

]]> Round Square | Dr Charles Yeboah Buzzsprout-12718514 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 09:00:00 +0000 916 1 6 full false Chris Shannon - Honouring Black History Month at Lower Canada College Chris Shannon - Honouring Black History Month at Lower Canada College Chris Shannon from Lower Canada College shares his inspiration for Black History Month from 1960s actor Sidney Poitier. Chris discusses how Poitier chose roles that addressed injustice and overcame racism, and challenges us to honour him by hosting a mini-film festival in our own homes. Chris suggests we can gain a deeper appreciation of the progress made in racial equity since the 1960s through exploring and celebrating the role courageous people like Sidney Poitier have played in it. 

]]> Chris Shannon from Lower Canada College shares his inspiration for Black History Month from 1960s actor Sidney Poitier. Chris discusses how Poitier chose roles that addressed injustice and overcame racism, and challenges us to honour him by hosting a mini-film festival in our own homes. Chris suggests we can gain a deeper appreciation of the progress made in racial equity since the 1960s through exploring and celebrating the role courageous people like Sidney Poitier have played in it. 

]]> Round Square | Chris Shannon Buzzsprout-12718440 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 249 1 5 full false Vanita Uppal - No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering Vanita Uppal - No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming Suffering Vanita Uppal from the British School New Delhi draws inspiration from Thich Nhat Hanh's expression 'No Mud, No Lotus' and connects it to effective leadership. She discusses how examples of extraordinary leadership and Andy Hargreaves' insights can help us become authentic leaders, fired by passion, agility, empathy, and compassion. Vanita talks about the importance of getting involved and making your teams, students, and parents feel cared for and invested in the process. 

]]> Vanita Uppal from the British School New Delhi draws inspiration from Thich Nhat Hanh's expression 'No Mud, No Lotus' and connects it to effective leadership. She discusses how examples of extraordinary leadership and Andy Hargreaves' insights can help us become authentic leaders, fired by passion, agility, empathy, and compassion. Vanita talks about the importance of getting involved and making your teams, students, and parents feel cared for and invested in the process. 

]]> Round Square | Vanita Uppal Buzzsprout-12718396 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 628 1 4 full false Sara Rubenstein - Humankind: A Hopeful History - Taking Inspiration from Rutger Bregman on Positive Perspectives Sara Rubenstein - Humankind: A Hopeful History - Taking Inspiration from Rutger Bregman on Positive Perspectives Sara Rubenstein from Carrollwood Day School in the USA shares how Rutger Bregman's 'Humankind, a Hopeful History' inspired her to maintain optimism and idealism during the pandemic. She discusses how Bregman's call to question negativity bias and employ critical thinking skills can help us believe in the innate goodness of humanity, and encourages us to embrace optimism, courage, and realism in our pursuit of true inquiry and generosity. 

]]> Sara Rubenstein from Carrollwood Day School in the USA shares how Rutger Bregman's 'Humankind, a Hopeful History' inspired her to maintain optimism and idealism during the pandemic. She discusses how Bregman's call to question negativity bias and employ critical thinking skills can help us believe in the innate goodness of humanity, and encourages us to embrace optimism, courage, and realism in our pursuit of true inquiry and generosity. 

]]> Round Square | Sara Rubenstein Buzzsprout-12718347 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 383 1 3 full false Dr Alec O'Connell - Building a Community of Respect and Consent Dr Alec O'Connell - Building a Community of Respect and Consent Dr Alec O'Connell, Headmaster of Scotch College in Western Australia, outlines how his school fosters ethical behaviour in the school community through the themes of Respect and Consent. He talks about bystander intervention, and how this plays a critical role in promoting positive values and avoiding toxic masculinity. Alec also shares some of the approaches implemented at the school to encourage students to prioritize kindness, empathy, mindfulness, and gratitude. 

 

]]> Dr Alec O'Connell, Headmaster of Scotch College in Western Australia, outlines how his school fosters ethical behaviour in the school community through the themes of Respect and Consent. He talks about bystander intervention, and how this plays a critical role in promoting positive values and avoiding toxic masculinity. Alec also shares some of the approaches implemented at the school to encourage students to prioritize kindness, empathy, mindfulness, and gratitude. 

 

]]> Round Square | Dr Alec O'Connell Buzzsprout-12718304 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 08:00:00 +0000 336 1 2 full false Cory Lowde - The Connectedness of the Round Square IDEALS Cory Lowde - The Connectedness of the Round Square IDEALS Cory Lowde, Headmaster of Box Hill School in the UK, explores the interconnectedness of the Round Square IDEALS, and how our interaction with these themes adapts and changes in different contexts. He takes us on a journey through the six Round Square IDEALS, and their foundations in Kurt Hahn’s educational principles, considering how they contribute to, and cultivate, a school's identity and sense of belonging based on shared values. 

]]> Cory Lowde, Headmaster of Box Hill School in the UK, explores the interconnectedness of the Round Square IDEALS, and how our interaction with these themes adapts and changes in different contexts. He takes us on a journey through the six Round Square IDEALS, and their foundations in Kurt Hahn’s educational principles, considering how they contribute to, and cultivate, a school's identity and sense of belonging based on shared values. 

]]> Round Square | Cory Lowde Buzzsprout-12718277 Tue, 25 Apr 2023 07:00:00 +0000 822 1 1 full false