Association of China and Mongolia International Schools

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Overview

The theme of this year's conference is Power of Community. Schools are powerful communities where we have opportunities to work together to support both children and adults throughout their lives. We will explore the opportunities where a community can be developed through buildings, engagement with the larger community, wellbeing initiatives and inclusive practices. The conference sub-themes will be focused on:

  • Building: Building community through events and also through our spaces.
  • Engagement: Developing strategies for our school community to engage with the larger local and global community.
  • Wellbeing: Maintaining a work life balance as adults and supporting our students to care for themselves.
  • Inclusion: Systems to support all students, staff and families as we build our community.

Call for Peer Presenters!

We are looking for presenters who can share educational designs & processes, innovative programs, transitions and support initiatives, and leadership development ideas.


We are seeking presentation proposals that have a clear link to aspects of this theme, Power of Community – Building, Engagement, Wellbeing, Inclusion. 


The conference also hosts planning sessions for ACAMIS Athletic Directors and ACE Coordinators, both focused on providing students with excellent opportunities to compete or exchange in athletics, arts, student leadership, and other student clubs/activities. The content for these strands will be arranged by the Sports and ACE Leaders.



Peer Presenter Proposal Form Link



Presentation Length & Language - Presentations will run for 60 minutes and should be made in English unless otherwise advised.


More than one presentation proposal - If you would like to submit more than one proposal, please make a separate submission for each.


Please make your submission below. We will review your proposal and let you know our decision as soon as possible. If approved, there will be ample time for you to prepare the actual presentation. 


Proposal Submission Deadline: Friday, February 7, 2025


Conference Registration/Attendance

If approved you will need to register to attend the conference. Approved Peer presenters receive a 25% discount that reduces the registration fee to US$270 for attending the onsite conference.  For those unable to travel to the conference and who are approved to present virtually, the registration fee will be waived.  


Important Notes: 

  • Your conference attendance and plan to present must be approved by the relevant authority in your school. 
  • The presentation should preferably be rehearsed among departmental colleagues for quality assurance. 
  • You agree to provide soft copies of presentation materials (e.g. the PowerPoint slides) to participants. 
  • If your proposal is approved, your presentation details, name, school name and photo will be posted on the ACAMIS website and on the Guidebook app that will be seen by participants.  

 

If you have any questions, please contact operations@acamis.org.

Keynote Speakers

Yigong Shi (President of Westlake University, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences)

Yigong Shi

President of Westlake University, Academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences

Jennifer Abrams (English Teacher, New Teacher Coach, Communications Consultant, Author)

Jennifer Abrams

English Teacher, New Teacher Coach, Communications Consultant, Author

Venue

Host School

Xi'an Liangjiatan International School
Xi’an International Community
Xi'an, Shaanxi, 710100, China

Contact us

For additional event or venue information, please send an email to operations@acamis.org

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Xi'an Liangjiatan International School, is not-for-profit with a mission to enable confident open-minded, global citizens through life-long learning and a sense of community. This sense of community is the foundation of the school and connects beautifully with the conference theme. The school is an inclusive learning environment where all its members are encouraged to be their unique selves. Being an IB continuum school it desires to further the IB mission to, "develop inquiring, knowledgeable and caring young people who help create a better and more peaceful world through intercultural understanding and respect. XLIS is also committed to the Western Association of Schools and Colleges guiding principles, in particular, "a culture of collaboration that nurtures and supports the well-being of all students". The school is an active member of the Association of China and Mongolia International Schools (ACAMIS), with Dr. Liu serving on the board. As a truly diverse and inclusive organization XLIS focuses on delivering high-quality educational services to more than 650 outstanding international students. We extend a very warm welcome to the conference and will do our utmost to ensure you have a positive learning experience.

ACAMIS Member

Fee includes lunches and tea breaks.

Member Price$400

Non-Member

Fee includes lunches and tea breaks.

Public Price$450

Approved Peer Presenters

Fee includes lunches and tea breaks

Public Price$260





Registration Fee / Sponsorship Fee Refund Policy

If notice of cancellation re the registered participant/sponsor is received:

  • 30+ days pre-event: 80% of fee is refundable
  • 15-29 days pre-event: 40% of fee is refundable
  • Less than 15 days pre-event: no refund


Online PD Programs - No refund will be granted re participants commencing an online PD program and withdrawing part way through. Course material fees (re DiSC surveys, book fees, etc) are not refundable once access is granted.


Refund Due To PD Event Cancellation

In the event of cancellation of a conference, workshop or online PD program, we will fully refund the registration or sponsorship fee(s) paid. However, we will be unable to refund any travel, visa or accommodation expenses incurred or course material fees where access has been granted.