For the eighth consecutive year, Kinder International School Bologna will participate in the prestigious Global K-12 conference, organized by the Global K-12 Education Research Association (K-12 GERA), which will be held in Shijiazhuang, China.
GERA, founded in 2014 under the guidance of the Shijiazhuang Foreign Language Education Group (SFLEG), is an institution that brings together 168 schools from 21 countries, including the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Italy, Finland and Japan. Its goal is to promote research and international comparison on basic education systems, exploring innovative strategies to improve the quality of education and train young talents capable of facing future challenges.
The annual Global K-12 conference sees the participation of over 400 principals from around the world and has become an essential event for those who want to explore new paradigms in the field of education.
Kinder International School Bologna was the first Italian international school to be invited to speak at the conference as an institution dedicated to international teaching since 1967. A significant recognition of the educational excellence it represents.
The theme of the conference: cultivating sustainability skills
The theme of the Global K-12 for 2024 is “Cultivation of Students’ Sustainability Competencies”, which addresses one of the most pressing challenges for today’s education: preparing new generations to address environmental, social and economic issues through education centered on a sustainable future.
This theme is not only current, but fundamental for the future of the planet. Education must evolve to include sustainability skills that help students understand the importance of environmental protection, renewable energy and a more ethical and responsible lifestyle.
The role of Kinder International School Bologna
The participation of Kinder International School Bologna in the Global K-12 represents a unique opportunity for the school to share its experiences and its approach to sustainable education and to evaluate and be influenced by the approaches of schools around the world.
Kinder has developed an innovative educational program that integrates sustainability into all areas of the curriculum, recognizing the importance of preparing students to face global challenges. The school is committed to developing individuals who are not only prepared for the academic world, but also aware of their impact on the planet and ready to contribute to a more just and sustainable society.
Read (here) the speech of Kinder International School Bologna
A successful collaboration with the SFLEG Institute
Over the years, Kinder International School Bologna has built a solid collaboration with the Shijiazhuang Foreign Language Education Group (SFLEG), in particular regarding Chinese language teaching and cultural exchanges. This partnership has opened new opportunities for students, allowing them to deepen their knowledge of Chinese language and culture through immersive exchange programs, which represent a personal and educational enrichment. These exchanges not only offer students the opportunity to immerse themselves in Chinese culture, but also strengthen the ties between the two educational institutions.