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We are thrilled to announce that Maymouna Sakho will be a featured speaker at the 2025 CEESA Conference.
We are thrilled to welcome Kristin Lowe, an accomplished Organizational Development Consultant and Certified Positive Psychology and Brief Solutions-Focused Coach, to the CEESA 2025 conference!
Bringing our secondary students together in creative and meaningful ways is one of our favorite traditions here at QSI Astana
“October 14 is coming soon!” Referring to the day after fall break, this persistent reminder helped to prepare the 12YO-Secondary students at QSI International School of Montenegro (QSIM) for the day our school became phone-free.
At CEESA 2025, we are honored to welcome Myron Dueck, a highly respected educator, international speaker, and best-selling author.
Start of November marked a significant milestone for Kyiv International School (KIS) as the High School Boys Football team returned to CEESA (Central and Eastern European Schools Association) tournaments after a five-year hiatus. The event, hosted in Bratislava, brought together schools from across the region in a celebration of sportsmanship, determination, and unity
CEESA educators engaged in a deep exploration of leadership in complex systems and changing times at the International School of Krakow.
On Friday, 18th October, we celebrated an incredible UN Day at BIS! Our school community came together to honor the rich diversity within BIS, with students and staff proudly representing over 80 countries in a vibrant country parade.
This week we had a wonderful turnout of parents joining us on a collaborative journey in mathematics at TISA! We are very grateful to them for their support and to teachers who opened classrooms and dialogues to further this partnership.
At AIS Vienna, the diverse linguistic backgrounds of students are embraced through multilingual library sections that highlight the 48 languages spoken within the community
In October 2024, over 30 technology leaders from 20 schools across the CEESA and ECIS regions gathered in Vienna for the Tech Director Job Alike event. This unique professional development (PD) opportunity allowed participants to dive deep into discussions about the evolving role of technology in education.
Excited to announce a new search for American International School of Bucharest in Bucharest, Romania!
IS Krakow launched a new STEAM program this school year, and the excitement in learning is everywhere.
As the 2024-2025 school year unfolds at Pechersk School International (PSI) in Kyiv, we are reminded of the resilience and dedication that defines our community. Despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, PSI is bright and full of life once again, with 135 Panthers, double the number of family members, and over 50 committed educators ready to shape the future.
We got the school year off to a great start by offering parents the chance to learn more about our curriculum.
How a parent volunteer helped bring our school garden to life?
We are thrilled to share that our ELC students recently joined the global movement for Outdoor Classroom Day
As we gear up for the school year, we're excited to introduce the updated members of the CEESA Executive Committee. Some familiar faces have taken on new roles, and we're pleased to welcome new leadership as we continue our mission to innovate and collaborate.
This school year, VIS has introduced an exciting new initiative called "Parents as Gardeners." Aiming to support biodiversity, the VIS Green Team has invited parents to join their children in a collaborative gardening effort on selected Saturdays. This opportunity is available for families with children from the Early Learning Center (ELC) to Grade 5.
Throughout May, Vienna International School (VIS) has been actively recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, with a focus on utilising ACES—four simple strategies designed to help balance mental health.
On Monday, April 22, Vienna International School (VIS) joined global efforts to raise awareness on Earth Day, celebrating the hope for a sustainable future on our beautiful planet Earth. This year, our focus was on the critical issue of plastic waste, and we implemented actions around the school to enhance our recycling efforts.
Stronger Together: Building Community in Secondary
Bringing our secondary students together in creative and meaningful ways is one of our favorite traditions here at QSI Astana
QSI Montenegro Goes Phone Free
“October 14 is coming soon!” Referring to the day after fall break, this persistent reminder helped to prepare the 12YO-Secondary students at QSI International School of Montenegro (QSIM) for the day our school became phone-free.
Kyiv International School Returns to CEESA Tournaments After 5-Year Pause
Start of November marked a significant milestone for Kyiv International School (KIS) as the High School Boys Football team returned to CEESA (Central and Eastern European Schools Association) tournaments after a five-year hiatus. The event, hosted in Bratislava, brought together schools from across the region in a celebration of sportsmanship, determination, and unity
Transforming Schools Institute at IS Krakow
CEESA educators engaged in a deep exploration of leadership in complex systems and
changing times at the International School of Krakow.
UN DAY CELEBRATION AT BIS
On Friday, 18th October, we celebrated an incredible UN Day at BIS! Our school community came together to honor the rich diversity within BIS, with students and staff proudly representing over 80 countries in a vibrant country parade.
Maths Mixer for Primary Parents at TISA
This week we had a wonderful turnout of parents joining us on a collaborative journey in
mathematics at TISA! We are very grateful to them for their support and to teachers who opened classrooms and dialogues to further this partnership.
A World of Words: Building Multilingual Libraries to Celebrate AIS Vienna’s Diversity
At AIS Vienna, the diverse linguistic backgrounds of students are embraced through multilingual library sections that highlight the 48 languages spoken within the community
CEESA & ECIS Tech Director Job Alike 2024: A Gathering of Minds in Vienna
In October 2024, over 30 technology leaders from 20 schools across the CEESA and ECIS regions gathered in Vienna for the Tech Director Job Alike event. This unique professional development (PD) opportunity allowed participants to dive deep into discussions about the evolving role of technology in education.
Fostering Innovation and Collaboration: AISB Hosts World Language Conference
Since its inception in 2020, the World Language Job-Alike group has played a crucial role in advancing language education. Through regular meetings, workshops, and an online platform, the group enables continuous collaboration and the exchange of ideas among language educators.
CEESA 2025 Call for proposals
Submit your workshop proposal by November 4
Exciting New Search for Impact-Driven Leadership
Excited to announce a new search for American International School of Bucharest in Bucharest, Romania!
IS Krakow launches a new STEM program
IS Krakow launched a new STEAM program this school year, and the excitement in learning is
everywhere.
Providing International Education for Good: A Story from PSI Kyiv in Ukraine
As the 2024-2025 school year unfolds at Pechersk School International (PSI) in Kyiv, we are reminded of the resilience and dedication that defines our community. Despite the ongoing war in Ukraine, PSI is bright and full of life once again, with 135 Panthers, double the number of family members, and over 50 committed educators ready to shape the future.
Primary Years Programme Workshop for Parents atThe International School of Azerbaijan
We got the school year off to a great start by offering parents the chance to learn more about our curriculum.
Magical Produce – how a parent volunteer helped bring our school garden to life
How a parent volunteer helped bring our school garden to life?
Celebrating Our Early Learning Centre Students on Outdoor Classroom Day!
We are thrilled to share that our ELC students recently joined the global movement for Outdoor
Classroom Day
CEESA Leadership Update
As we gear up for the school year, we’re excited to introduce the updated members of the CEESA Executive Committee. Some familiar faces have taken on new roles, and we’re pleased to welcome new leadership as we continue our mission to innovate and collaborate.
Saturday Eco-Gardening Action Day at VIS
This school year, VIS has introduced an exciting new initiative called “Parents as Gardeners.” Aiming to support biodiversity, the VIS Green Team has invited parents to join their children in a collaborative gardening effort on selected Saturdays. This opportunity is available for families with children from the Early Learning Center (ELC) to Grade 5.
Mental Health Awareness Month at VIS
Throughout May, Vienna International School (VIS) has been actively recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month, with a focus on utilising ACES—four simple strategies designed to help balance mental health.
Earth Day Theme: Planet vs. Plastic!
On Monday, April 22, Vienna International School (VIS) joined global efforts to raise awareness on Earth Day, celebrating the hope for a sustainable future on our beautiful planet Earth. This year, our focus was on the critical issue of plastic waste, and we implemented actions around the school to enhance our recycling efforts.
Farewell and welcome to CEESA directors
With the end of the school year, we say goodbye to a few esteemed members of our Executive Committee and Heads of Schools, and welcome new ones.
Community Celebrates 30th Anniversary of the International School of Latvia with Music and Memories
The anniversary celebration was more than just an event; it was a reflection of ISL’s journey and its ongoing commitment to fostering a sense of community and belonging
TIS Teacher Gamifies his MYP Individual and Societies ClassEngaging Students through Exciting Role plays
Students in Nathan Armstrong’s IAS classes at Tashkent International School discovered fire long ago.
Spectacular Weekend at Kyiv International School: Highlights from Spring Fling and Art Fest 2024
What an amazing weekend we had at the KIS Spring Fling and Art Fest!
SHOOTING FOR THE STARS: PRIMARY MUSICAL DRAMA
The Primary students at The International School of Azerbaijan write and perform their own musical every year.
QSI Sarajevo’s volleyball championships
QSI International School of Sarajevo celebrated our three recent volleyball championship wins with an all-school pep rally.
Supporting Global Minded Changemakers at IS Belgrade
Supporting Global Minded Changemakers at IS Belgrade Published:For grade 12 students at the International School of Belgrade (ISB), graduation isn’t just a ceremony; it’s the
Celebrating Community and Compassion: Highlights from the PSI Rodyna Spring Family Brunch
At Pechersk School International (PSI Kyiv), we recognise that education goes beyond the classroom walls
Building Community Through Stories
The International School of Azerbaijan (TISA) is filled with story lovers.
?The 8th Consecutive Edition of the International Jazz Day Celebration Was an Absolute Audio Treat
?We are thrilled to share our recent celebration of the universal language of jazz at our Secondary school’s International Jazz Day event!