This session will guide educators in fostering student agency within mindfulness practices to support self-regulation in the classroom. Participants will begin by exploring the benefits of mindfulness for children and identifying best practices. The session will then focus on integrating student agency into mindfulness activities, empowering young learners to develop essential self-regulation skills. Educators will receive practical strategies to implement with their students and have opportunities to try them out first-hand. Designed for early childhood and lower-primary educators, this session offers actionable insights to enhance mindfulness in the classroom.
This workshop focuses on strategies to create a language-rich mathematics classroom that assists young language learners in engaging with mathematical vocabulary. Participants will explore practical tools designed to enhance understanding and increase student engagement in mathematics, fostering confidence and clarity in navigating mathematical concepts.
This session introduces teachers to the principles and practices of Positive Discipline, based on the work of Jane Nelsen and Lynn Lott. Positive Discipline is a classroom management approach that fosters mutual respect, collaboration, and responsibility among pupils. It equips educators with strategies to create a positive learning environment, emphasising encouragement over punishment and building pupils' intrinsic motivation to behave and succeed. Participants will explore practical tools to manage challenging behaviours, facilitate problem-solving, and promote a sense of belonging and significance in the classroom. Through interactive activities, role-playing, and discussion, we will demonstrate how Positive Discipline can transform classroom culture while maintaining firm boundaries. Teachers will leave this session with actionable strategies that empower them to maintain classroom order without compromising on respect and kindness.
In this workshop we're going to link in with a PYP UOI on 'maps', based on the key concepts of Change, Connection, and Form. Participants will explore elements of a song (beat, rhythm, melody, lyrics) and create 'musical maps' for a variety of songs in a notation grid, using different notation systems (letter names, solfège syllables, and boomwhacker colors).
Join me to explore the findings of an action research project that implemented simple, everyday strategies to support primary students with ADHD. Discover what worked, what didn’t, and how these approaches not only improved focus and behavior but also benefited the entire class. Participants will come away with practical tools and insights to create more inclusive, supportive learning environments.
This session explores how picture books serve as dynamic resources to support PYP Units of Inquiry in Grades 3, 4, and 5. Through engaging visuals and rich storytelling, picture books provide students with accessible entry points into complex ideas, and encourage inquiry, discussion, and conceptual understanding. Participants will discover how to integrate picture books into their units effectively to enhance transdisciplinary learning, develop conceptual understanding, and foster critical thinking skills.
This session will explore how Inquiry Skills-based Progressions support student growth in standard-based science and social studies. We will focus on how to plan for concept-based learning using progressions and clear unit goals that break down broad learning objectives into smaller, measurable targets. We will show how these targets can be designed to incorporate essential skills and thinking. We will demonstrate how skill-based progressions serve as a tool for tracking student development, allowing for more targeted instruction and deeper learning and skills development within and across inquiry units. By the end of this session, educators will gain an understanding of how using skills-based progressions to guide the development of essential skills and thinking can inform personalized instruction and student learning.
In this session, I will share a variety of engaging music games designed for primary school students, covering grades 1 through 5. These games incorporate creative movement, solo singing, dancing, and circle games. They can be used as energizing breaks during lessons or with specific learning goals in mind.
Research indicates that executive function skills are more reliable predictors of success in academics and life than test scores, IQ, or socioeconomic status. Therefore it is important to teach children strategies to improve their Executive Function Skills. We will present and discuss our data and observations from a school year of teaching Executive Function skills in a Grade 4 classroom. We will share our approach to the direct instruction of the barriers and strategies method, based on Dr. Laurie Faith’s book, “Executive Function Skills in the Classroom.” We will share our students’ growth in acquiring these skills through brainstorming and shared problem solving.
Over the past months, German coordinators across AGIS schools have been connecting through regular online meetings to exchange ideas, share best teaching practices, and support one another. Now, we are excited to take the next step by bringing our network together in person for a dedicated roundtable discussion. This session offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen our connections, collaborate on common challenges, and shape the future of German language education in our schools. Through open dialogue and shared experiences, we aim to build a supportive and dynamic network that fosters innovation and continuous professional growth. Join us as we bridge ideas, exchange insights, and work together to enhance German teaching and coordination across AGIS schools.
Maths streaming allows teachers to tailor instruction to learners’ diverse needs, but ensuring both lower- and higher-ability learners thrive requires intentional strategies. In this workshop, we will share practical approaches to supporting all learners within a streamed maths setting. We will discuss strategies to support lower-ability learners, focusing on building confidence, reinforcing foundational skills, and using scaffolding techniques to promote progress. We will also examine ways to extend higher-ability learners, sharing enrichment activities, problem-solving challenges, and inquiry-based learning approaches that deepen mathematical understanding.
Multilingual students bring unique strengths to the classroom, while some also experience challenges that create specific learning needs. In this interactive workshop, we will explore real case studies of multilingual learners facing difficulties such as dyslexia, developmental language disorder, complex language profiles leading to weak language foundations, and math gaps resulting from language barriers. Through these cases, we will discuss how language development and cognitive factors intersect and affect learning—often placing these students at the crossroads of ELA instruction and Learning Support. Attendees will gain insights into identifying students' learning needs, understanding the impact of these challenges, and considering strategies to personalize their support. This session aims to build awareness and understanding, spark discussion, and provide a foundation for stronger collaboration between ELA and Learning Support teams to personalize learning.
Mathematics isn’t confined to workbooks or classrooms —it’s woven into the world around us, waiting to be discovered. Outdoor spaces offer endless opportunities for hands-on, meaningful math experiences that ignite curiosity and deepen understanding. This presentation will explore strategies for integrating mathematics into outdoor learning experiences. Come and explore how we can foster engagement, creativity, and real-world connections in young learners through the power of outdoor Mathematics.
This will be a practical and hand-on session for elementary/primary teachers, as well as anyone eager to experience the excitement of an outdoor Mathematics lesson in action. Participants can expect to experience outdoor mathematics lessons firsthand and engage with lesson plans and unit outlines. There will be a chance for Q&A and time for teachers to brainstorm ideas on how bring their current or upcoming mathematics units into the outdoor space.
We haven’t yet seen it, we’ve at least heard it - AI is transforming education! So, how do we integrate it while staying true to the PYP inquiry model? This session will explore AI’s role in enhancing student-driven learning without replacing critical thinking and creativity then examine common AI tools that support learning. We will examine AI tools that support learning while ensuring ethical and responsible use for primary-aged students. Participants will engage in hands-on activities, comparing AI-generated responses with human thinking, and explore strategies for developing digital literacy in young learners. Whether you’re curious or already using AI in your classroom, this session will help you balance innovation with inquiry in a developmentally appropriate way.
Many children struggle with word problems due to challenges such as lower language comprehension, learning differences, or difficulty with abstract reasoning. In this workshop, we will explore effective strategies to help students master word problems, including multi-step problems that require different operations. Participants will engage in hands-on problem-solving activities, experience classroom-tested approaches, and take away a plan designed to support student understanding. Join us for a practical and interactive session that will equip you with tools to enhance mathematical problem-solving in your classroom.
Primary School Teacher, Metropolitan School Frankfurt
My name is Catherine Boulet, and this is my tenth year teaching and my fourth year teaching fourth grade, as well as my first year work as a Language and Literacy Coordinator at Metropolitan School Frankfurt. I have taught in both US public schools and international schools and have... Read More →
Saturday September 27, 2025 17:15 - 18:15 CEST TBAAm Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam
As learners begin to near the end of their time in the primary school, fostering independence and autonomy becomes a vital skill to prepare them for the next step in their school life. In this session, teachers will explore practical strategies to ensure every learner feels welcomed, supported, and prepared for the challenges ahead. We will discuss approaches that encourage learners to be courageous in facing new academic and social environments, equipping them with skills to navigate change successfully. Through collaboration and reflection, participants will learn how to develop structured transition plans that instil confidence and instigate a proud sense of accomplishment in learners as they take their next educational steps. We will share some of the approaches used in our Grade 4 and Grade 5 classrooms, and there will also be an opportunity for you to share what you do in your own schools.
Aims to introduce participants to the powerful methodology of Philosophy for Children (P4C). The workshop will demonstrate how P4C can significantly improve teaching and learning outcomes with minimal preparation required from educators.
Participants will explore the key features of P4C and learn facilitation tools and techniques that lead to fruitful philosophical inquiries. The workshop will highlight how P4C builds higher-order thinking, questioning, and speaking and listening skills across primary (and beyond?)
The session will showcase P4C's impact on developing critical thinking, oracy, and self-efficacy in students. Participants will engage in hands-on activities to experience how P4C creates a more collaborative learning environment and empowers children to take control of their own learning. The workshop will also address how P4C can be integrated into various subjects and used to explore challenging topics.
This session will explore the core principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and examine how educational technology (EdTech) can enhance inclusivity across diverse learning environments. Participants will discover practical strategies for leveraging digital tools to remove barriers, support diverse learning styles, and create more engaging, accessible, and student-centered experiences. Through interactive discussions and real-world examples, this session will highlight how technology can empower all learners by fostering flexibility, accessibility, and equity in education.
We will take you through the comprehensive journey of developing our intervention program aimed at improving literacy and numeracy. We will detail the pathways we followed to determine the tools used in the program, as well as the assessment timelines we established to monitor progress. Each tool has been carefully selected to align with the specific needs of our students, and we will explain the rationale behind these choices.
We will model the data analysis protocols that we employ when reviewing assessment results with our teams. In addition, we will provide a detailed overview of what small group intervention looks like for different areas of literacy and numeracy, and discuss how we approach this work both inside and outside of the classroom setting.
We will touch on the crucial process of progress monitoring—explaining how we track students' growth over time and the methods we use to adjust instruction accordingly. Finally, we will outline the next steps that follow the implementation of our intervention strategies, ensuring a continuous cycle of improvement and support for each student. This session will offer practical insights and strategies that can be applied to any classroom seeking to enhance student outcomes in literacy and numeracy.
Morning Tubs provide an innovative and student-centered approach to starting the school day. This workshop will introduce educators to the benefits of Morning Tubs and how they can be used to strengthen collaboration, critical thinking, and social-emotional skills. Participants will experience engaging in Morning Tub activities firsthand, gain practical implementation strategies, and leave with a toolkit of ideas ready for immediate classroom use.
