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What does it mean to lead when you're no longer in a formal leadership role? Drawing from rich narrative research with retired male educators now teaching pre-service teachers, this session explores how leadership evolves—but never ends. Delegates will gain insight into sustaining purpose, mentoring the next generation, and navigating identity in new professional contexts. This session invites reflection on legacy, lifelong learning, and the power of leading from wherever you are.
Dr. Garry Jones has been teaching in Calgary for 45 years, from kindergarten to university. He is an experienced teacher, curriculum specialist, principal and researcher. He has presented workshops about teaching boys, and about the experiences of male elementary teachers. On "retiring... Read More →
Participating in a leadership exchange offers school leaders a high-impact professional development experience grounded in peer-to-peer learning. These exchanges provide structured opportunities to examine leadership practices at both the school and system levels, fostering meaningful reflection and strategic insight. By stepping into another leader's context, you engage in rigorous dialogue, observe effective practices firsthand, and gain perspectives that can immediately inform your own work. Our short-term in-person exchanges include a ten-day hosted visit followed by reciprocal hosting, while virtual exchanges offer a flexible, travel-free option. We invite you to explore destinations such as Australia, Spain, Germany, Mexico, Alberta Accredited International Schools, and Iceland—no language prerequisites required.
