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WAB Philosophy of Inclusion

At WAB we believe that learning is a universal right and resource within our community. We take a holistic and collaborative approach that recognizes and celebrates the diversity of our students, perceiving differences as assets and nurturing their interests. As such, we provide personalized support across disciplines and school sections, collaborating with families and external partners to ensure that our students achieve personal success.

From the Inclusion Policy (2023)

WAB Documentation

WAB Inclusion Policy (add link)
WAB Admissions Guidelines
ES Student Support Handbook (add Sharepoint link)
MS Student Support Handbook (add Sharepoint link)
HS Student Support Handbook (add Sharepoint link)
WAB Parent Portal

Inclusion at WAB in the News

Inclusion

Podcast & Article: Inclusion & Belonging Through WAB's Student Support Services
Interview with WS Psychologist & Head of Student Support Services, Dr. Christin Topper.
At WAB "We All Belong": WAB's Commitment to Inclusion through Diversity, Equity, Anti-Racism & Social Justice (I-DEAS)
Official WAB website resources for I-DEAS work.
Podcast & Article: The Balancing Act - How WAB Supports Students in Academics, Leadership and Extra-Curricular Activities
How are students in WAB HS supported in balancing academics, interests and progress?
Students Discuss Diversity, Equity & Inclusion on the WAB Podcast
Three WAB students discuss the roles they have taken on to promote inclusion in school and what inspired them to make a change.
Cultural Forum 2019: The Importance of Inclusion in International Schools
Podcast interview with our Enriched Inclusion lead, and reflections on the Cultural Forum.
Podcast: How CIS Supports Inclusion
Podcast interview between our Head of School, Dr. Marta Medved Krajnovic, and representatives from CIS, as we begin our Deep Dive journey.
WAB Alumn Shares: Inclusion in Fashion
WAB Class of 2010 graduate Jourdie Godley recently Zoomed in to Grade 9 students at WAB from New York to share his story about living with a disability and his work in the fashion industry to promote greater inclusion of people with disabilities.

Multilingualism

Multilingualism at WAB: Supporting Language Diversity
Podcast & Article highlighting WAB's work towards supporting multilingual learners and promoting language equity.
Podcast: EAL & Multilingualism at WAB
Interview with HS EAL teacher and a Grade 10 student on EAL support and Multilingalism at WAB.
Cultural Forum 2022 - Multilingualism at WAB
Understanding multilingualism can transform the way we approach instructional planning, and thus enriches both the learning and teaching at WAB.

Holistic Education

Holistic Education in the Elementary School: Giving ES Students Exactly What They Need To Thrive
Podcast interview with ES Interventionist, Dr. Elizabeth Sames, on "making sure that students are getting exactly what they need across all domains."
News Article: WAB Wins China Schools Award for Holistic Education (2022)
The Holistic Education Award recognizes the school that provides the most outstanding opportunities for students to develop skills outside the classroom and/or shows the greatest innovation and commitment in providing for their emotional, social, ethical and academic needs.
Article: Seamless Transitions To, Within & From WAB
Article that highlights strategies for transitions and some of WAB's approaches. Includes podcast and information about transitions at WAB.

Inclusion: Home

Learning at WAB is a transformative process which is intentional and iterative, challenging and joyful, and serves an authentic purpose.

WAB Philosophy of Inclusion

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Inclusion at WAB in the News