My professional contributions extend beyond my responsibilities within my own school. I believe that educational leaders have a responsibility to contribute to the wider professional community by sharing practice, supporting colleagues, mentoring educators, and continuously learning from others.

Leadership

Community

At XIS, we always show up.”

Established monthly meetings with the PTSA and class representatives
Increased parent communication through WeChat, newsletters, and weekly updates
Fostered a warmer, more trusting, and connected school community
Introduced community events, including the Back-to-School BBQ, Literacy Afternoon, and Christmas Bazaar
Built partnerships with local hotels, hospitals, and organizations
Strengthened connections between XIS and the wider Xiamen community
Expanded after-school activities in response to parent input, including golf, horseback riding, and dance

PTSA

The Power of Community

Monthly PTSA & Parent Rep Meeting

PTSA

1/23

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XIS Recruitment Event

XIS Dolphin

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School Identity

“Once a Dolphin, Always a Dolphin”

Defined XIS school colors and created a consistent visual identity
Reintroduced the dolphin as the XIS school mascot
Integrated the XIS dolphin and school colors throughout campus spaces
Developed XIS-branded merchandise based on community interests and feedback
Established a Marketing Committee
Expanded XIS video content and WeChat presence
Introduced weekly staff and community shout-outs
Created “Discover XIS” trial days for prospective families
Strengthened school spirit, community, and sense of belonging

Contribution

Speaking

2025 ACAMIS Spring Leadership Conference

Cultivating a Connected School: Building Community, Mentorship, and Sustainable Onboarding

2024 ACAMIS SpringLeadership Conference

New Faculty Onboarding and Mentoring Program

Leading

Goal: Strengthen and expand the EAL program

Established EAL Champions: a committee focused on strengthening English language instruction across XIS
Provided year-long external training
- EAL Champions lead in-house professional learning school wide.

Goal: Develop a consistent schoolwide approach to ATLs.

Made ATL a consistent focus of professional learning and curriculum planning.
Set the direction for schoolwide ATL improvement, with principals and coordinators leading the implementation

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Hosting

2026 ACAMIS Early Childhood Education Conference

Windows and Mirrors: Expanding Perspectives in Early Childhood

2026 IB Asia-Pacific Regional Workshops

PYP • MYP • DP • CP • IB Education

2025 IB Asia-Pacific Regional Workshops

PYP • MYP • DP • CP • IB Education

Educational Philosophy

I believe that students must always come first. Every decision we make as a school should ultimately be guided by what is best for our students and their academic, social, and emotional growth. A successful school is one where students feel known, valued, challenged, and supported, providing every child the opportunity to reach their full potential. At the heart of a strong school are great teachers. An outstanding teacher finds a way to reach every child. Students learn in different ways, have varying needs, and bring diverse experiences to the classroom.