As we approach the holiday season, here are the latest updates across the ELSA network.
ISC Research Webinar
Our recent ISC Research webinar drew 52 registered staff members from ELSA schools. Thank you to all who attended. More events will follow as this partnership continues.
IBO and ELSA Partnership
The ELSA Board is pleased to confirm a new partnership with the International Baccalaureate Organization. Additional information will be shared soon.
Teacher Development Day (TDD) 2026
Date: March 14, 2026
Location: International School of Paris
Sessions are filling quickly and we encourage schools to register before the holiday break. This year’s programme includes:
- A keynote by Pie Corbett
- New workshop topics
- Several first time exhibiting companies
You can register for the event here.
Exhibitor Information
Exhibitor interest for the 2026 ELSA Learning Lab is already strong. Visibility for exhibitors will be high with attendee registration at its peak. Those interested can reserve a stand here.
Sponsorship Update
Cambridge International and Assessment continues to support TDD 2026 including sponsorship of the keynote by Pie Corbett and the end of day cocktail reception.
National Geographic Learning is also supporting the event through a sponsored session on curriculum design presented by Princess Lakewell.
British Council Higher Education Fam Trips
Guidance counselors in member schools have received registration information for the British Council Higher Education Fam Trips in the UK. A limited number of places are reserved for ELSA member schools.
Please complete the Expression of Interest form by 14 January 2025 for the Northern England trip taking place 9 to 12 March 2026.
Poetry by Heart Competitions
Registration is now closed. Participation this year includes:
- Primary: 14 schools
- Middle School: 23 schools
- High School: 16 schools