Colleagues, Whether reaching for the southern sunblock or topping up the northern antifreeze, I send warm welcome to the December edition of the Compass and thank you for all you continue to contribute to the good health of your IBSC. As we know, providing best environment for teachers to discuss their craft and share good practice significantly improves boys' outcomes. This is the essence of the research, programing, and engagement that sits at the very heart of IBSC. I found myself in such environment when visiting the East Coast of the United States and receiving strong endorsement for the primacy of a school's values in best equipping boys for the challenges and opportunities of the times. In similar vein, a recent dinner at Harrow School (United Kingdom), hosted jointly by Harrow and Aylesbury Grammar School (United Kingdom), highlighted the power of IBSC Action Research in seeding school programs tailored to bring out the best of each boy. Recent articles have brought the challenges facing boys to broader public attention and shone light on the choice boys' schools provide for families seeking a path honed intentionally for the best development of their sons and the communities they will serve. The final quarter of the year has seen the IBSC office busy with programming and communication development, including the completion of the IBSC engagement video, redesign of our professional development webpage, placement of themed stories from member schools on the homepage carousel, and launch of the IBSC Living History Podcast. Encouraging early registration for the 2023 IBSC Annual Conference at Westlake Boys High School in Auckland, New Zealand, I wish you well mining all herein and for the celebrations of the festive season, Tom |
| Tom Batty IBSC Executive Director |
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Welcome to Our New Members! |
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Mount Carmel High School
Chicago, Illinois, United States www.mchs.org
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New IBSC Engagement Video |
Learn more about IBSC! View this video to discover more about the benefits and connections of IBSC membership. Feel free to download it and share it with your community. Watch now. |
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IBSC Living History Podcast Debuts |
The IBSC Living History Podcast illuminates the issues and ideas that led to the founding of IBSC. More than a slice of history, it shows that while so much has changed in boys' education, much remains the same. Our reflections illustrate the strength of our community and create an interesting story for boys' schools to use in our communities. Listen now. |
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Young Alumni Making Positive Contributions in the Community |
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To celebrate boys' schools around the globe and share fellowship, we want to showcase young alumni of IBSC member schools and the positive impact they make on their communities. Take a look at the inspiring stories on our website and consider sharing a story from your school. Thank you for championing boys' education! Read the stories. |
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2023 IBSC Annual Conference |
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Registration is now open! Join more than 600 boys' educators, colleagues, and friends July 5-8, for the 2023 IBSC Annual Conference in Auckland, New Zealand. Westlake Boys High School hosts us to explore the theme Kia Moemoeā: Dream Beyond Limits. Also, make your hotel reservation early before rooms sell out.
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Present a Workshop at the IBSC Annual Conference |
Explore, debate, and imagine the best ways to prepare boys for the future. Present a workshop at the 2023 IBSC Annual Conference and share your expertise with colleagues. Submit your workshop proposal by December 15, 2022. Get more details. |
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Letter to the Editor Regarding Redshirting Boys Tom Batty The Atlantic "Another option is boys' schools, which intentionally meet the developmental needs of boys. In and out of class, these schools can take time to provide experiences that build the relationships, respect, and trust that help boys thrive." |
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David Brooks
The New York Times "Richard V. Reeves's new book, 'Of Boys and Men,' is a landmark, one of the most important books of the year, not only because it is a comprehensive look at the male crisis, but also because it searches for the roots of that crisis and offers solutions." |
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IBSC Ideas Lab for Women in Boys' Schools
(sold out) Meets Online
February 2, 9, and 15, 2023
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| Responsible Sexual Citizenship
in Today's World: The Challenges Facing Boys
Online Class
February 6 - March 5, 2023
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Single-Gender Education: A Course for Teachers New to Boys' Schools
Online Class
February 6 - March 5, 2023
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| IBSC Wellness and Well-Being in Boys' Schools
Online Program
February 8 and 15, 2023
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IBSC Teachers New to Boys' Schools Collaboration
Online Program
Starts February 21, 2023
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| IBSC UK-Europe Regional Conference: How Learning Relationships Influence Well-Being and Boys' Views of Masculinity
Harrow School Harrow on the Hill, United Kingdom February 22, 2023
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IBSC Belonging in Boys' Schools Series: Gender Diversity and Inclusion in Boys' Schools
Online Program February 28, 2023 March 7, 2023
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| IBSC Southern Africa Conference: Back to the Future? Grey High School
Gqeberha, South Africa March 8 - 10, 2023
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IBSC Behind the Curtain: Rewards and Challenges of Headship
The Boys' Latin School of Maryland Baltimore, Maryland, United States
March 26 - 27, 2023
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2023 IBSC Annual Conference
Westlake Boys High School Auckland, New Zealand
July 5 - 8, 2023
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IBSC Member Story: Queen's College Boys' High School Young Alum Making Positive Contributions in the Community
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Now ranked as one of the best schoolboy public speakers in South Africa, Queen's College Boys' High School alum Lufezo Tafane has had the opportunity to speak internationally and has made many addresses in the South African Parliament. He shares his journey with us. Read now. |
Glimpse the many wonderful ways IBSC schools champion boys' education around the globe at our Member School Stories web page. We'd like to highlight your school, too. Please send a link to IBSC@theibsc.org showcasing an innovative idea, program, or event that makes your school special. Links to videos, web pages, presentations, or other media welcome. Thank you. |
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Send Us Your School Photos |
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Help us celebrate boys' schools around the globe by showcasing the vibrant variety of IBSC members worldwide. Please share favorite photos of your school (buildings, grounds, or students in action) for IBSC to feature on our website. Get complete details on photo size and file specs for header and banner pictures. Thank you for sharing your school with our community. Learn more. |
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