About MAIS
The Mediterranean Association of International Schools is a professional organization that strives to improve the quality of education in its Member schools. It promotes the professional development of Faculty, Administrators, and Board Members, promoting communication and interchange and creating international understanding.
MAIS serves as a liaison between its 42 Member Schools,
30 Associate Member organizations as well as other regional,
professional, and in-service organizations.
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Presently, MAIS is composed of schools from 16 different
countries, including Cyprus, Egypt, France, Greece, Italy,
Lebanon, Morocco, Oman, Portugal, Saudi Arabia, Spain,
Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom.
In addition, several Associate Members, such as schools outside
the Mediterranean region, colleges, businesses, and interested
individuals, support MAIS.
Events & Sessions
Upcoming
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MAIS Annual Teachers and Administrators Conference in Casablanca, Morocco
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April 17-21, 2024
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Hosted by the American School of Casablanca
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​Virtual Learning Series - Virtual | Multiple Strands with Expert Presenters
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Ongoing: October 2023 - June 2024
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DEIA, Global Citizenship, EdTech, Extending Teacher Leadership’s Impact, UDL, Inquiry-Based Learning, EAL, Math, Positive Discipline, Science, SBS Grading, Parents as Partners strand, & more! ​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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EAL, Learners with Exceptionalities, & Learning Support in Athens
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March 9-10, 2024
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Hosted by the American Community Schools of Athens
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Middle School Honor Choir in Rome
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March 20-24, 2024
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Hosted by the Marymount International School Rome
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Robotics RoboMed Tournament in Madrid
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April 12-13, 2024
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Hosted by the American School of Madrid​
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MAIS Annual Teachers and Administrators Conference in Lisbon
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November 14 - 17, 2024
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Hosted by the Carlucci American International School of Lisbon
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Session Recordings
Are available to members on the MAIS PLC Forum
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​K-12: "Get Set, Go! Creating Successful Grading and Reporting Systems": An action plan for leading lasting grading reform in changing classrooms - Thomas R. Guskey, Ph.D.​​​
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Partnering with Parents To Improve Student Achievement in Mathematics - Erma Anderson
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Bonus session resources available
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Building Educators’ Professional Growth Plans (PGP) to Impact Student Success (for Administrators, Instructional Coaches, Teacher Leaders) - ​​Steve Barkley, Education Consultant
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...and many more!
Membership
MAIS's focus is to help its members evaluate and meet the varying educational needs which result from providing an American education in an international setting. MAIS Members and Associates are provided with opportunities to liaise with Member Schools through their participation at the Annual MAIS Conference and other MAIS activities throughout the year.
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Associate Memberships are available for schools, colleges, businesses, and interested individuals and organizations worldwide.
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in fostering a learning environment for all individuals to explore and share ideas and experiences;
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in supporting individuals and organizations to thrive through continuous, supported, and meaningful PD growth;
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diversity strengthens us, enriches us, and prepares us for an increasingly complex world;
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respect, integrity, and equity are essential to create and sustain learning communities.
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in supporting the call for justice and racial equality as human rights to be universally protected.
