Simon McCloskey
@simonmccloskey.bsky.social
Dad. Husband. International Educator. Head of School. Still learning. #ISBlearning
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At #ISB, early childhood education is all about exploration and discovery. Our youngest learners build strong foundations through experiential learning; asking questions, experimenting, and engaging with the world around them.
#ISBlearning #ISBCommunity #부산국제외국인학교 #국제학교
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#ISBlearning #ISBCommunity #부산국제외국인학교 #국제학교
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Early Years at ISB | Life for our Youngest Learners is Serious Fun!
YouTube video by International School of Busan
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September 9, 2025 at 12:58 AM
At #ISB, early childhood education is all about exploration and discovery. Our youngest learners build strong foundations through experiential learning; asking questions, experimenting, and engaging with the world around them.
#ISBlearning #ISBCommunity #부산국제외국인학교 #국제학교
youtu.be/QhK0l8Krdsw
#ISBlearning #ISBCommunity #부산국제외국인학교 #국제학교
youtu.be/QhK0l8Krdsw
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Welcome to 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐂𝐘, the very first ISB Alumni Magazine curated and produced to connect our global alumni community. 👏 We encourage all our alumni to dive into this first issue, share your own stories, and stay engaged with ISB."
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#ISBlearning #ISB #legacy #부산국제외국인학교
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#ISBlearning #ISB #legacy #부산국제외국인학교
July 22, 2025 at 10:41 PM
Welcome to 𝐋𝐄𝐆𝐀𝐂𝐘, the very first ISB Alumni Magazine curated and produced to connect our global alumni community. 👏 We encourage all our alumni to dive into this first issue, share your own stories, and stay engaged with ISB."
👉 heyzine.com/flip-book/IS...
#ISBlearning #ISB #legacy #부산국제외국인학교
👉 heyzine.com/flip-book/IS...
#ISBlearning #ISB #legacy #부산국제외국인학교
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🏆 ISB Athletics Awards 2025 - Relive the Highlights! 🏆
What an incredible year for ISB Athletics! We're so proud of all our student-athletes for their dedication, hard work, and amazing achievements.
Join us in celebrating all the winners and special moments. #ISBlearning
What an incredible year for ISB Athletics! We're so proud of all our student-athletes for their dedication, hard work, and amazing achievements.
Join us in celebrating all the winners and special moments. #ISBlearning
June 27, 2025 at 3:08 PM
🏆 ISB Athletics Awards 2025 - Relive the Highlights! 🏆
What an incredible year for ISB Athletics! We're so proud of all our student-athletes for their dedication, hard work, and amazing achievements.
Join us in celebrating all the winners and special moments. #ISBlearning
What an incredible year for ISB Athletics! We're so proud of all our student-athletes for their dedication, hard work, and amazing achievements.
Join us in celebrating all the winners and special moments. #ISBlearning
Grade 11 students sharing their learning as part of the IB Core Celebration. Students presented a showcase of their work in Theory of Knowledge (ToK), Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), & the Extended Essay (EE). Great to hear students animated and enthusiastic about their learning. #ISBlearning
June 16, 2025 at 9:44 PM
Grade 11 students sharing their learning as part of the IB Core Celebration. Students presented a showcase of their work in Theory of Knowledge (ToK), Creativity, Activity, Service (CAS), & the Extended Essay (EE). Great to hear students animated and enthusiastic about their learning. #ISBlearning
Huge thanks to everyone involved in making yesterday’s Graduation Ceremony such a special occasion for our Grade 12 students & their families. The dedication and teamwork across our entire school community ensured the day ran smoothly and left our students with some wonderful memories. #ISBlearning
May 24, 2025 at 11:27 PM
Huge thanks to everyone involved in making yesterday’s Graduation Ceremony such a special occasion for our Grade 12 students & their families. The dedication and teamwork across our entire school community ensured the day ran smoothly and left our students with some wonderful memories. #ISBlearning
A fantastic festival of football at the #SKAIS HS 7s this weekend at #ISBlearning. Huge thanks to all involved.
May 18, 2025 at 5:42 AM
A fantastic festival of football at the #SKAIS HS 7s this weekend at #ISBlearning. Huge thanks to all involved.
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The PTA made Staff Appreciation Week feel very special for all of us. It is moments like these that remind us what a caring and supportive community we have here at ISB. We are sincerely grateful for everything the PTA does to make ISB a better place for staff, students, and families. #ISBlearning
May 11, 2025 at 7:45 AM
The PTA made Staff Appreciation Week feel very special for all of us. It is moments like these that remind us what a caring and supportive community we have here at ISB. We are sincerely grateful for everything the PTA does to make ISB a better place for staff, students, and families. #ISBlearning
Congratulations to the Grade 5 team for wonderful PYP Exhibition!
The PYP Exhibition opened last night with a bang! Musical performances, a group presentation and incredible poise and professionalism from our grade 5 students throughout. Congratulations to Grade 5 for your amazing work! #ISBLearning #PYPEx #부산국제외국인학교 #ISB
April 19, 2025 at 10:58 PM
Congratulations to the Grade 5 team for wonderful PYP Exhibition!
Great to host the IB Asia Pacific Workshops at ISB this weekend. Over 600 IB educators from across the region in attendance. #ISBlearning
April 12, 2025 at 6:29 AM
Great to host the IB Asia Pacific Workshops at ISB this weekend. Over 600 IB educators from across the region in attendance. #ISBlearning
🌸 A Burst of Colour at ISB! 🌸
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom across the ISB campus! We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, 7th April, rested, recharged, and ready to learn following the spring break.
#ISBlearning
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom across the ISB campus! We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, 7th April, rested, recharged, and ready to learn following the spring break.
#ISBlearning
April 6, 2025 at 3:08 AM
🌸 A Burst of Colour at ISB! 🌸
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom across the ISB campus! We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, 7th April, rested, recharged, and ready to learn following the spring break.
#ISBlearning
The cherry blossoms are in full bloom across the ISB campus! We look forward to welcoming our students back on Monday, 7th April, rested, recharged, and ready to learn following the spring break.
#ISBlearning
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Listen to our students highlight the key priorities that will shape the next four years at ISB - from inclusive learning and well-being, to sustainability, innovation, and the creation of inspiring spaces.
📍Learn more here: www.isbusan.org/strategic-planning
#ISBlearning
📍Learn more here: www.isbusan.org/strategic-planning
#ISBlearning
March 28, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Listen to our students highlight the key priorities that will shape the next four years at ISB - from inclusive learning and well-being, to sustainability, innovation, and the creation of inspiring spaces.
📍Learn more here: www.isbusan.org/strategic-planning
#ISBlearning
📍Learn more here: www.isbusan.org/strategic-planning
#ISBlearning
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🌱 Spring Break, Spring Build! 🛠️
While our students are enjoying a well-deserved Spring Break, big things are happening on campus! ISB is buzzing with construction and upgrades that will enhance student life and learning when everyone returns. #ISBlearning
While our students are enjoying a well-deserved Spring Break, big things are happening on campus! ISB is buzzing with construction and upgrades that will enhance student life and learning when everyone returns. #ISBlearning
March 27, 2025 at 12:49 AM
🌱 Spring Break, Spring Build! 🛠️
While our students are enjoying a well-deserved Spring Break, big things are happening on campus! ISB is buzzing with construction and upgrades that will enhance student life and learning when everyone returns. #ISBlearning
While our students are enjoying a well-deserved Spring Break, big things are happening on campus! ISB is buzzing with construction and upgrades that will enhance student life and learning when everyone returns. #ISBlearning
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📅 The EAISAC 2025–2026 Calendar of Events is Now Live!
🔗 View the full calendar: www.eaisac.org/calendar
Let’s look forward to a year of spirited competition, meaningful connections, and lasting friendships. 🤝
#ISBlearning #EAISAC
🔗 View the full calendar: www.eaisac.org/calendar
Let’s look forward to a year of spirited competition, meaningful connections, and lasting friendships. 🤝
#ISBlearning #EAISAC
March 28, 2025 at 2:13 AM
📅 The EAISAC 2025–2026 Calendar of Events is Now Live!
🔗 View the full calendar: www.eaisac.org/calendar
Let’s look forward to a year of spirited competition, meaningful connections, and lasting friendships. 🤝
#ISBlearning #EAISAC
🔗 View the full calendar: www.eaisac.org/calendar
Let’s look forward to a year of spirited competition, meaningful connections, and lasting friendships. 🤝
#ISBlearning #EAISAC
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📅 We’re pleased to share that the 2025–2026 SKAIS events calendar is now available on the SKAIS website!
🔗 Full calendar available here: www.skais.kr/calendar-of-events
Let’s look forward to a year of teamwork, inspiration, and inclusive excellence across the SKAIS community.
#SKAIS #ISBlearning
🔗 Full calendar available here: www.skais.kr/calendar-of-events
Let’s look forward to a year of teamwork, inspiration, and inclusive excellence across the SKAIS community.
#SKAIS #ISBlearning
March 28, 2025 at 3:30 AM
📅 We’re pleased to share that the 2025–2026 SKAIS events calendar is now available on the SKAIS website!
🔗 Full calendar available here: www.skais.kr/calendar-of-events
Let’s look forward to a year of teamwork, inspiration, and inclusive excellence across the SKAIS community.
#SKAIS #ISBlearning
🔗 Full calendar available here: www.skais.kr/calendar-of-events
Let’s look forward to a year of teamwork, inspiration, and inclusive excellence across the SKAIS community.
#SKAIS #ISBlearning
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Only 19 days to go until the International School of Busan welcomes over 450 educators from across the region for the IB Asia-Pacific Workshops!
🗓 Date: 11–13 April 2025
📍 Location: International School of Busan
🕒 Register by: 27 March 2025
👉 Register now: web.cvent.com/.../8cffc6d8...
🗓 Date: 11–13 April 2025
📍 Location: International School of Busan
🕒 Register by: 27 March 2025
👉 Register now: web.cvent.com/.../8cffc6d8...
March 22, 2025 at 8:57 AM
Only 19 days to go until the International School of Busan welcomes over 450 educators from across the region for the IB Asia-Pacific Workshops!
🗓 Date: 11–13 April 2025
📍 Location: International School of Busan
🕒 Register by: 27 March 2025
👉 Register now: web.cvent.com/.../8cffc6d8...
🗓 Date: 11–13 April 2025
📍 Location: International School of Busan
🕒 Register by: 27 March 2025
👉 Register now: web.cvent.com/.../8cffc6d8...
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Our new Strategic Plan outlines a clear direction for ISB’s future, shaped by the shared values & aspirations of our community. It sets a purposeful course for the years ahead, grounded in collaboration and aligned with ISB’s mission. Learn more here ➡️ www.isbusan.org/strategic-pl... #ISBlearning
March 22, 2025 at 4:53 AM
Our new Strategic Plan outlines a clear direction for ISB’s future, shaped by the shared values & aspirations of our community. It sets a purposeful course for the years ahead, grounded in collaboration and aligned with ISB’s mission. Learn more here ➡️ www.isbusan.org/strategic-pl... #ISBlearning
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Exciting News! ISB’s teacher recruitment for 2025-26 is now complete! We look forward to welcoming these talented educators to ISB and can’t wait to see the positive impact they will have on our students and school community.
#ISBcommunity #WelcomeNewTeachers #IBPYP #IBMYP #IBDP #ISBlearning
#ISBcommunity #WelcomeNewTeachers #IBPYP #IBMYP #IBDP #ISBlearning
March 16, 2025 at 12:42 AM
Exciting News! ISB’s teacher recruitment for 2025-26 is now complete! We look forward to welcoming these talented educators to ISB and can’t wait to see the positive impact they will have on our students and school community.
#ISBcommunity #WelcomeNewTeachers #IBPYP #IBMYP #IBDP #ISBlearning
#ISBcommunity #WelcomeNewTeachers #IBPYP #IBMYP #IBDP #ISBlearning
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Our March parent workshop will equip you with practical skills to help you stay connected to your child's learning journey. Emphasizing responsible digital citizenship, a core value at ISB. Engage creatively and responsibly in your child's educational development!
#ISBLearning #LifeLongLearning
#ISBLearning #LifeLongLearning
March 11, 2025 at 6:03 AM
Our March parent workshop will equip you with practical skills to help you stay connected to your child's learning journey. Emphasizing responsible digital citizenship, a core value at ISB. Engage creatively and responsibly in your child's educational development!
#ISBLearning #LifeLongLearning
#ISBLearning #LifeLongLearning
If you’re at this year’s EARCOS Conference, don’t miss Solène Matsushita, ISB’s MYP Coordinator. Her interactive workshop will guide educators in reflecting on their practices and adopting practical strategies to foster mission-aligned service-oriented school cultures. #ISBlearning #IBMYP
March 10, 2025 at 9:57 PM
If you’re at this year’s EARCOS Conference, don’t miss Solène Matsushita, ISB’s MYP Coordinator. Her interactive workshop will guide educators in reflecting on their practices and adopting practical strategies to foster mission-aligned service-oriented school cultures. #ISBlearning #IBMYP
We’re ready! Charity football fundraiser for one of our community partners - an IBDP student-led CAS project. #ISBlearning
March 10, 2025 at 9:52 PM
We’re ready! Charity football fundraiser for one of our community partners - an IBDP student-led CAS project. #ISBlearning
Meeting with student Eco Club to hear about their recent achievements and tasking them with contributing our school action plan to help us ‘implement sustainability initiatives to reduce ISB’s environmental footprint’ #ISBlearning
March 10, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Meeting with student Eco Club to hear about their recent achievements and tasking them with contributing our school action plan to help us ‘implement sustainability initiatives to reduce ISB’s environmental footprint’ #ISBlearning
John Nash… ‘If students don’t learn how to think with AI,
they’ll let AI think for them.’
Generative AI Guidelines Canvas. A really useful resource.
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they’ll let AI think for them.’
Generative AI Guidelines Canvas. A really useful resource.
johnnash.notion.site/Generative-A...
Generative AI Guidelines Canvas v. 2 | Notion
Enjoy this resource? Let's connect!
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March 1, 2025 at 9:11 PM
John Nash… ‘If students don’t learn how to think with AI,
they’ll let AI think for them.’
Generative AI Guidelines Canvas. A really useful resource.
johnnash.notion.site/Generative-A...
they’ll let AI think for them.’
Generative AI Guidelines Canvas. A really useful resource.
johnnash.notion.site/Generative-A...
A fabulous MYP Personal Project Exhibition at #ISBlearning this week. Huge congratulations to all involved!
February 14, 2025 at 6:51 AM
A fabulous MYP Personal Project Exhibition at #ISBlearning this week. Huge congratulations to all involved!
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#pypchat Save the Date! February 12, 2025, See you there, tell a friend! @yunisantosa.bsky.social @keeneelou.bsky.social @tonyagilchrist.bsky.social @rozzuell.bsky.social @pypwithniko.bsky.social @chadhyatt.bsky.social @kirtidakale.bsky.social
January 30, 2025 at 3:47 PM
#pypchat Save the Date! February 12, 2025, See you there, tell a friend! @yunisantosa.bsky.social @keeneelou.bsky.social @tonyagilchrist.bsky.social @rozzuell.bsky.social @pypwithniko.bsky.social @chadhyatt.bsky.social @kirtidakale.bsky.social