Laurie Corso is an experienced school leader with nearly 30 years in education, currently serving as Principal at the American School of Asuncion. With a strong background in literacy, multilingual learning, and instructional leadership, she is dedicated to fostering inclusive, supportive school communities where students and teachers thrive. Laurie is an honoree of the Colorado Council of the International Reading Association and published author of a range of literacy related articles.

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Elise Guest is a globally experienced educational leader with a Doctorate in Education and over 20 years of service across Africa, Southeast Asia, and the United States. Grounded in the Peace Corps value of collaborative leadership - “A boat doesn’t go forward if each one is rowing their own way” - she fosters transformative learning through evidence-based practices, strategic planning, and professional development. Her expertise spans instructional improvement, data-informed decision-making, and research-driven change.

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Lance Kershner is an educational Leader with over 20 years of international and U.S. experience in early childhood and elementary education. He is skilled in building strong school communities, leading curriculum development, implementing standards-based grading, supporting teacher growth, and fostering data-driven instruction. Lance has a proven track record of expanding programs, guiding strategic initiatives, and strengthening partnerships with parents and stakeholders to promote student success.

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Ruth Poulsen is an experienced international educator and school leader with expertise in curriculum design, instructional leadership, and school administration across the United States, China, South Korea, and Taiwan. As a third culture kid who grew up in the region, Ruth brings a cultural understanding of the Middle East alongside her various professional publications and Arabic Language Certification. She is deeply committed to fostering student-centered learning environments that empower young learners to thrive. 

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