AGIS Conference 2026 Potsdam: Full Schedule

Working Together To Support Learning

9:00am CEST

AGIS DEIJ Working Group: Stronger together

Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:45pm CEST

In accordance with AGIS’ Policy handbook, every AGIS school is asked to commit to DEIJ-values and together as an AGIS community we can accelerate progress in this area by building communal solidarity. Each AGIS school is strongly encouraged to send at least two representatives to this pre-conference event.

As outlined in AGIS’ Policy Handbook:

“We at the Association of German International Schools (AGIS) are rooted in values-driven representation. We will develop an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our schools and the Germany community, to better meet the needs and aspirations of our students, their families, and communities. We are committed to improving the cultural security and responsiveness of our workforce and ensuring that culturally diverse people are well-represented and supported at all levels across German international schools.”

The AGIS DEIJ working group meets in-person annually during the pre-conference day to put these claims into action by leveraging our collective expertise, supporting each other and contextualising how DEIJ-values can underpin all aspects of our schools’ ecosystems.

This year’s meet-up will reflect on student and staff experiences of mutual support and collective action, and/or the lack thereof.

We will explore collective actions that have made efforts to uphold the dignity of all intersectional identities during polarizing and politically tense times in Germany, Western Europe and across the globe.

Speakers

Kristina Pennell-Götze

X, Berlin Brandenburg International School

Angeline Aow

Advancing Learning Lead, Berlin International School

Advancing Learning Lead (Strategic Initiatives)

La Mor

Deputy Head of School, Bavarian International School

Friday September 18, 2026 9:00am - 3:45pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

Full-Day Workshop

9:45am CEST

Reducing IB Business Management IA Workload Using AI: Feedback, Assessment, and Academic Integrity

Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST

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Supervising IB Business Management Internal Assessments can be one of the most time-consuming responsibilities for teachers. This practical workshop will demonstrate how to use Artificial Intelligence responsibly to help teachers review IA drafts, generate criterion-aligned feedback, and write final supervisor comments more efficiently. Participants will learn how to analyse student work against IB assessment Criteria A–E, identify strengths and areas for improvement, and generate professional feedback while maintaining academic integrity. The session will focus on reducing workload, improving the quality of feedback, and ensuring alignment with IB assessment standards. Attendees are encouraged to have a ChatGPT subscription that allows for document uploads.

Speakers

Denis Sagide

Math Secondary Coordinator - IB and Business /Math Teacher, Metropolitan School Frankfurt

Math Secondary Coordinator - IB and Business /Math Teacher

Saturday September 19, 2026 9:45am - 10:45am CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18
Subject Humanities

11:15am CEST

Unpacking the ToK Essay Titles

Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST

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The ToK essay is an integral part of the Core Program in the IB Diploma Program (DP), with the six major titles launched in September of every school year. In the workshop, we would like to “unpack” the titles by addressing key terms and identifying links to the different Areas of Knowledge (AoK).
By the end of the session, ToK teachers in the group will come away with concrete ideas about to support their students in the production of the essay in the different AoKs. Subject teachers will also leave with specific approaches they can take in their content areas to aid students in developing these specific titles.

Session Outcome(s)

To develop common understandings, approaches and perspectives about the ToK essay titles in M27.
To share examples and resources within the subjects to help students in addressing the ToK titles.
To give non ToK teachers tools to support students within content areas in answering the essay titles.

Speakers

Bryan Landmann

Head of Mathematics Secondary - ToK Teacher, Franconian International School

Math Department Head and EAL Coordinator

Matthew Lane

Whole-School Inclusion Coordinator, Leipzig International School

Whole-School Inclusion Coordinator. Teacher of EAL and ToK.

Saturday September 19, 2026 11:15am - 12:15pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18
Subject 'IBCore 'A list

1:15pm CEST

Engagement and Reflection: Making Feedback Work in English Exam Classes

Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST

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Description:
I will explore strategies to help International Baccalaureate and IGCSE English students engage actively with feedback by making it clear, actionable, and integral to the learning cycle. I will also share practical ways—through documentation, peer collaboration, and kinesthetic activities—to guide purposeful reflection so students can turn feedback into measurable improvement and take greater ownership of their progress.

Intended Impact:
We often invest significant time in giving feedback, yet students often struggle to interpret or apply it effectively. This workshop will offer practical tools to close that gap, helping exam-level English students engage more deeply with feedback to strengthen their writing, improve assessment outcomes, and take greater responsibility for their learning.

Outcome:
Teachers will leave with actionable ideas they can implement immediately, supported by insights shared during the session. By the end of the workshop, you will have:

Practical, ready-to-use strategies for feedback and reflection
Templates and examples for student documentation
A clearer understanding of how to build a culture of ownership and improvement in English classrooms

Speakers

Emily Monaghan

Teacher of English and English Coordinator, International School of Bremen

I am the English Coordinator at the International School of Bremen.

Saturday September 19, 2026 1:15pm - 2:15pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18
Subject Language Learning

2:30pm CEST

I tried the Games of Knowing – so that you don’t have to

Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST

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An engaging breakdown of activities from “Games of Knowing” by Danny Wall, and modifications that
can be done to some, to engage students through practical scenarios followed by discussions on the
issues raised by the games. Come and play!

Intended Impact:
Teachers to leave with a small catalogue of fun, interactive game ideas for Theory of Knowledge
classes to be played in class.

Speakers

Florenta Mayoral

Spanish B & TOK Teacher, International School of Ulm/Neu-Ulm

Passionate Teacher

Saturday September 19, 2026 2:30pm - 3:30pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Secondary / Diploma learners aged 17-18
Subject 'IBCore 'A list

4:00pm CEST

Developing Emotional Intelligence Through Coaching: A Practical Framework for Building Lasting Skills

Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST

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Calming a child helps in the moment.
Coaching a child changes the next moment.

As educators we have been hearing/working a lot on supporting children in naming feelings and regulating emotions. In this session we will go deeper and think about what comes after- coaching kids through what to do next—using meaningful, reflective conversations rather than quick fixes or distraction and consequences.

Emotional intelligence isn’t complete when a child can name a feeling.
The real learning happens when we help them figure out what to do with that feeling next.
This workshop teaches adults how to:

Reflect what happened
Explore impact
Build a “conversation toolkit” for future moments

Speakers

Laura Venezia

Kindergarten Principal, Leipzig International School

Laura has spent over 20 years in the early childhood field, and she truly believes this is the work that matters most. The foundational skills we help children build today shape their success for a lifetime. She is especially passionate about social-emotional learning, brain and psychological... Read More →

Saturday September 19, 2026 4:00pm - 5:00pm CEST
0.22 Am Luftschiffhafen 1, 14471 Potsdam

One-Hour Workshop

Audience Administrative staff; Whole school for educators
Subject Well-Being

5:15pm CEST

Empowering Students Through Inquiry-Based Learning and Peer Teaching in DP Sciences

Saturday September 19, 2026 5:15pm - 6:15pm CEST

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This session is designed for DP sciences, with a specific focus on integrating inquiry-based activities that allow students to take control of their learning while mastering key content, particularly in science. While many parts of the curriculum require teacher-led instruction, there are certain topics in subjects like physics, chemistry, and biology where we can step back and let students drive the lesson through exploration and discovery. The challenge lies in balancing this inquiry approach with the need to cover all necessary content, particularly within the time constraints of the IB curriculum. In this workshop, teachers will learn how to create inquiry-driven lessons that promote self-learning, while still ensuring that practice test questions and required content are effectively integrated. We’ll explore ways to manage time efficiently, allowing students to engage deeply with the material without sacrificing essential learning objectives. By shifting to a facilitator role in certain units, teachers can encourage active student participation, critical thinking, and problem-solving. The focus will be on creating a dynamic classroom environment where students take ownership of their learning, preparing them for success in assessments while fostering a deeper understanding of the subject.

Speakers