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Impact on Education: Conference & Events
Join us at the GESS Leaders in Education Summit Lagos, Nigeria, on May 24-25, 2023, where we will present two engaging topics on leadership: "Creating and Sustaining a Positive School Experience" and "Inclusion for Students with Special Education Needs."
PGC's latest footprint on the issues that matter most in education.
GESS LEADERS IN EDUCATION SUMMIT QATAR - NEW DATE TBC
Pinkgrape Consulting is honored to present at the GESS Qatar Summit, in partnership with The Arab Bureau of Education for the Gulf States (ABEGS) in Doha, Qatar, on 2-3 May. This exclusive two-day summit is for senior education leaders and decision-makers, with over 500 attendees shaping the future of education. We will present two engaging topics: "Technology Integration for Student Wellbeing Post-Covid-19" and "Teacher Wellness Strategies for Coping in a Demanding Profession."
Effective School Leaders - Creating & Sustaining a Positive School
Effective school leadership is crucial in creating and maintaining a thriving learning environment. School leaders must have the skills and strategies necessary to manage the school effectively. This article examines various strategies school leaders can use to manage schools effectively. The strategies discussed in this article include:
• Creating a positive school culture
• Implementing effective communication practices.
• Building solid relationships with staff and students.
• Utilizing data-driven decision-making
Teacher Wellness Jaunt: Strategies to Cope in a Demanding Profession
vAccording to the World Health Organization (WHO), wellness is complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. In this article, we will explore the issue of teacher wellness and the strategies educators can use to prioritize their well-being and avoid burnout. We will discuss the importance of self-care, stress management techniques, and building supportive relationships in promoting teacher wellness. Additionally, we will examine the roles of school administrators and policymakers in creating environments that encourage teacher well-being.
Tech Integration: Student's Wellbeing Through Advisory Program
Without question, the pandemic rattled primary and secondary education, forced school closures, countless mandates by the local Ministry of Education (MoE), and strenuous interpretation in providing a coherent strategic response to meet the needs of stakeholders made traditional instruction impossible. Read about the power of Technology Integration: Student's Wellbeing Through Advisory Programs Post Covid-19 Pandemic can impact your business as usual.
Shaping the future of education
Join us at the GESS Dubai Exhibition and Conference “Shaping the future” of education on 15-17 November 2022 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Sheikh Saeed Halls. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, GESS Dubai has been the focal point for education in the Middle East and beyond for 15 years. The conference will feature seminars, live case studies, workshops and panel discussions. Learn from the very best in education, be empowered by new resources and find practical tips to help you pursue excellence in the classroom. We hope you will join us!
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Exceptional Children
Evidence-based special education-related training supports staff working with students with exceptionalities to create better opportunities to lead choice-filled lives.
16 November 2022 | 11:50 - 12:10
Supervision, Evaluation And Conferencing
This training is designed to improve systems of teacher supervision, evaluation, and conferencing; provide recommendations to help schools ensure effective, fair, and meaningful teacher evaluations that strengthen their capacity to enhance the learning of the students they serve; and aid principals in administering practical assessments that help as a tool for teacher growth and development.
16 November 2022 | 11:50 - 12:10
AIELOC & Women of Color in ELT Online Conference: Supporting Student and Staff Mental Health
The onset of covid has forced schools to shift operational and instructional strategies online, in-person, or both. In addition to the public health crisis and lockdown, COVID-19 has brought a looming public mental health crisis on its heels (Galea, Merchant, & Lurie, 2020; Holmes et al., 2020; Yao, Chen, & Xu, 2020). Many families and communities are facing economic disaster and have had to sacrifice safety for employment; ….African American/Black, Latinx, or Native American (Laurencin & McClinton, 2020; Wang & Tang, 2020; Webb Hooper et al., 2020). A designed strategy to support student mental help in the fall will be essential to a successful school year. This presentation will examine school district readiness strategy, program focused on staff and student well-being, clarity around roles and expectations, being involved in making crucial decisions, and having the autonomy and flexibility to plan and adapt protocols to meet their needs (Hallinger, 2003; Lai, 2017; Willis, Clarke, & O’Connor, 2017).
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The Association of International Educators and Leaders of Color (AIELOC) and Women of Color in ELT Conference aims to provide high quality professional development for international educators and leaders focused on representation, social justice, and equity studies. November 12-13 2022
AIELOC Aspiring Leader of Color Mentoring Program
Building a life of significance, and creating a legacy of real value, means being willing to get your hands dirty. It means being willing to step out in your life and onto the platforms of influence you’ve been given and touch the lives of people in need (T. Dungy). Alan Shawn Feinstein said it best “Helping to better the lives of others is the greatest of all achievements.” PGC is humble and thrilled to serve as a mentor for the 2022-2023 AIELOC ASPIRING LEADERS OF COLOR program.
The Bond Academy Project Podcast
Join PGC for The Bond Academy Project Podcast on July 28th, 2022. Discussion essential will center on critical topics in education. Podcasts will begin airing in September.
All Prints Distributors & Publishers & HMH®
"Technology can make learning more granular, adaptive, and interactive for students." It is essential to provide the "knowledge and confidence that teachers have in utilizing technology and integrating it into education." Extraordinary collaborative meeting with All Prints Distributors & Publishers and Houghton Mifflin Harcourt (HMH®) representative in Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates focused on personalized teaching and student learning. Honored to have been invited to learn more about HMH Ed® newest teaching and learning system that combines the best of technology, content, and instruction to provide a personalized experience with HMH® programs. Ed is designed to be a seamless learning experience for students while supporting teachers and simplifying their instructional practice.
Cognitive Coaching for Emerging Leaders: Developing Self-Directed Leaders and Learners
Teaching and leading is a complex social act, extraordinarily complex and systemic, working with, for, and through people. Establishing a pervasive teaching and learning methodology culture in institutions with healthy learning environments is essential in promoting teacher and student achievement. The intricacies of organization operations and planning, building a research culture within the school, and pedagogical practices are inexplicably linked and differentiated as they are dynamic. "Cognitive Coaching for Emerging Leaders: Developing Self-Directed Leaders and Learners," presentation will examine the meanings of cognitive coaching, teaching excellence, techniques, and tactics for engaging in coaching and integrating practices throughout the teacher or leader evaluation cycle. Join us at the GESS Turkey Conference on May 26-28, 2022, at the Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre in Turkey, Istanbul, for "Cognitive Coaching for Emerging Leaders: Developing Self-Directed Leaders and Learners."
Parent-Teacher Talks: Strategies for Effective Parent Inclusion & Engagement
Contributing elements to further student educational experience in the inclusive setting can involve family support, access to equitable education, organized leadership, committed educators, and attainable educational goals that play a crucial role in students' academic success. Parent involvement is essential for student growth, engagement, and advancement. Collaborative parent communication is vital to promoting active parent involvement. This presentation provides examples of what parent-teacher communication is, the benefits of parent-teacher communication for parents, teachers, and students, and communication strategies for facilitating an excellent parent-teacher experience.
Join me at the GESS Turkey Conference on May 26-28, 2022, at the Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre in Turkey, Istanbul, for "Parent-Teacher Talks: Strategies for Effective Parent Inclusion & Engagement
Leading In Time of Uncertainty
Leading through uncertainty can be daunting. There are no easy solutions. The complexities of school organization, operation, planning, and pedagogical approaches are inexplicably linked and differentiated as they are dynamic. Leading in times of ambiguity effectively is not an exact science since there are many avenues to the desired outcome. In a crisis, school leaders must provide clarity and direction, further resilience, grit, and instill hope while remaining focused under pressure for the best outcomes for students, the school, and the larger community. This presentation will explore leadership during challenging times. Examine best practices and highlight lessons learned from previous crises.
Join me at the GESS Turkey Conference on May 26-28, 2022, at the Istanbul Lutfi Kirdar Convention and Exhibition Centre in Turkey, Istanbul, for "Leading In Time of Uncertainty."
Lebanese American University PD Seminar
Join us at the Lebanese American University (LAU) Professional Development Seminar in Beirut 03.12.22 cultivated around STEM education, Universal Design, Instructional Designs, Being a Coordinator, Formative Assessment, and Diverse Learners. It's going to be extraordinary! I'll see you there.
Trust Building and Resiliency in Time of Covid
The pandemic has shifted daily routines and instructional expectations. We have had to transition urgently, forcing students, teachers, and parents to pivot from a synchronous learning space to, at times a, asynchronous learning design. This change has strained how students relate mentally to who they are now! This presentation will engage participants in a discourse curated around Covid challenges through advisories and check-ins based on their community design. Join us for “Trust Building and Resiliency in Time of Covid“ at the 41st NELMS Virtual Annual Middle-Level Conference, March 18 & 19, 2022.
The Importance of Prioritizing Mental Health Support in K-12
Over the past decade, mental health issues among K-12 students have reached crisis levels and schools must act by prioritizing mental health services and interventions.