Nestled within the vibrant and bustling heart of Shanghai lies the Western International School of Shanghai (WISS) - a place where enchantment and learning converge to create magic every day. Today, we are delighted to share the inspiring story of Katherine Langford, a dedicated educator from Canada, who embodies our series theme, "Greatness Starts With Attitude."

Katherine's decision to join WISS was sparked by the enchanting atmosphere she experienced upon her first visit. The school's environment, resources, and learning spaces exuded a sense of magic that was irresistible. But the real magic, as Katherine discovered, begins each day with the interactions between the educators, parents, and students. It's in these moments that the school's ethos of sincerity and kindness truly shines.

From a young age, Katherine's father instilled in her the metaphor of life as a mountain climb - a never-ending journey filled with challenges, obstacles, and successes. He taught her that the key to navigating this journey was to maintain a positive attitude and welcome all experiences with a kind heart.

Katherine's parents, both psychologists, nurtured her understanding of kindness from an early age. They introduced her to a Portuguese saying, "A bondade encontra a bondade," which translates to "kindness meets kindness." This principle became a cornerstone of Katherine's philosophy: radiate kindness, and it will return to you.

Every day, Katherine brings her life philosophy into her kindergarten classroom. She greets her students with a big smile and a genuine interest in their learning. She believes in celebrating every moment and radiating warmth and kindness, creating an environment where students feel valued and inspired.

Katherine's advice for parents echoes her own approach to life and teaching: keep your heart on your sleeve and maintain an open mind when it comes to your child's learning journey. Remember, the climb up the mountain may be steep, but every step is a part of the journey towards greatness.

In the end, Katherine's story reminds us that greatness truly does start with attitude. It's about welcoming each day with a positive outlook, embracing challenges with a kind heart, and, above all, understanding that the magic of education lies in the sincere and kind interactions we have each day.

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拥抱多样性：全球创新学习联盟会议在新西兰奥克兰举行

全球创新学习联盟（GAIL）是一个著名的学校网络，致力于促进教育领域的创新、合作和文化交流。上海西华外籍人员子女学校（WISS）很荣幸成为全球创新学习联盟（GAIL）的成员，并兴奋地宣布将参加即将在新西兰奥克兰举行的全球创新学习联盟会议。此次会议为上海西方国际学校的学生提供了一次难得的机会，他们将在校长 David Edwards 先生、学术与创新部主任 Timothy Pyeon 先生和设计教师 Nwanneka Okwuosa 女士的陪同下，与其他 GAIL 成员学校共同促进多元化发展。

在中断四年之后，GAIL 会议将在新西兰奥克兰汇聚来自全球各地的教育工作者、管理人员和学生。今年的会议将特别关注多样性，承认多样性为教育机构带来的巨大价值。接受多元化观点、文化和思想的重要性无论怎样强调都不为过，GAIL 的目标是增强教育工作者创造包容性学习环境的能力。

WISS 始终站在倡导多元化和培养学生全球思维的最前沿。学校曾在 2019 年主办过 GAIL 会议，因此对这一活动的意义并不陌生。在 David Edwards、Timothy Pyeon 和 Nwanneka Okwuosa 等主要代表的陪同下，WISS 的学生将有宝贵的机会与来自其他 GAIL 成员学校的同学合作、学习和分享自己的独特经历。

本次会议的主要关注点是多样性，与会者可以期待一个深入探讨文化、种族、语言和社会多样性各个层面的丰富活动。研讨会、小组讨论和互动环节将为与会者提供在自己的学校创建包容性环境所需的工具和知识。会议旨在培养跨文化能力，弘扬学生和教育工作者的不同文化背景。

GAIL 会议之所以如此具有影响力，其中一个关键因素是它强调合作。与会者有机会参与合作项目，交流促进多样性和包容性的想法和最佳做法。通过这些互动，与会者将获得宝贵的见解和创新策略，并将其应用于各自的学校社区。

对于 WISS 的学生和更广泛的 GAIL 社区来说，在新西兰奥克兰举行的 GAIL 会议将是一次难忘的活动。当他们沉浸在一个多元、包容的环境中时，与会者将学到关于同理心、尊重和文化交流之美的宝贵经验。这次会议无疑将成为通过教育创造一个更加和谐和宽容的社会的垫脚石。

在即将于新西兰奥克兰举行的会议期间，WISS 与其他 GAIL 成员学校一道，热切希望为有关多样性的讨论做出贡献。通过参与此次全球对话，学校重申了其促进文化理解、拥抱多样性和推动教育创新的承诺。毫无疑问，GAIL 会议将成为积极变革的催化剂，教育工作者和学生将通力合作，共同建设一个重视和赞美我们丰富差异的未来。

WISS 主办 GAIL 会议（视频链接）

Greatness Starts With Attitude: The Magic of Kindness in Education with Katherine Langford

Jun 13, 2024

Katherine's advice for parents echoes her own approach to life and teaching: keep your heart on your sleeve and maintain an open mind when it comes to your child's learning journey. Remember, the climb up the mountain may be steep, but every step is a part of the journey towards greatness.

In the end, Katherine's story reminds us that greatness truly does start with attitude. It's about welcoming each day with a positive outlook, embracing challenges with a kind heart, and, above all, understanding that the magic of education lies in the sincere and kind interactions we have each day.