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ISG Announces Vice Principal Appointment for Dhahran Elementary and Middle School - December 2011

 

International Schools Group (ISG) is pleased to introduce Mr. Shawn Vento as the newly appointed Vice Principal for Dhahran Elementary/Middle School (DEMS), effective August 2012. Mr. Vento, who holds a Certificate of Leadership and Masters of Science degree from Buffalo State University – a collaborative program with ISG District – currently serves as DEMS Activity and Athletic Coordinator and as a Physical Education/Health Teacher. Mr. Vento will replace departing Vice Principal Hal Cooke, who will serve as the Principal for ISG's Yanbu International School next year.

 

Mr. Vento is well-known by colleagues, students, and parents and is described as a friendly, organized and hardworking person. Working with such a broad range of children from pre-school to adolescence requires special talents including strong, personable communication abilities and contagious enthusiasm. Mr. Vento offers these strengths and experience gained through over 12 years of working as an international elementary and middle school teacher, five years in leadership as the current athletics/activities director, and over two decades of experience as a youth mentor and coach.

 

Serving as a mentor and coach is critical to building an effective helping relationship with students and promoting school enhancement efforts in partnership with parents and staff. Mr. Vento has been instrumental in school improvement committees, curriculum review bodies, accreditation teams, grading and reporting initiatives, and has championed planning and implementation of new learning-based training programs leaving an indelible mark on the communities he serves. ISG congratulates Mr. Vento on his appointment and looks forward to his continuing contributions to the ISG educational community.

 

Please consult the full administrative announcement: Shawn Vento Appointed DEMS Vice Principal

Effective August 2012 - December 2011

 

Introducing Yanbu International School's New Principal - November 2011

 

International Schools Group (ISG) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Hal Cooke as Principal for Yanbu International School (YIS), beginning August 2012. Mr. Cooke will be joined by his wife, Michele, who offers nearly three decades of experience as an elementary teacher. Mr. Cooke will replace Principal Paul Thompson and his wife Leslie Thompson (YIS Technology Teacher) who will be returning to their home in the United States after working with the District for seven years.

 

With over 32 years of experience as a teacher, counselor, and educational leader, Mr. Cooke offers a consistent foundation of guidance and leadership to support student learning and development. Described as a caring individual and a good listener who makes children smile, Mr. Cooke is currently Assistant Principal of Dhahran Elementary and Middle School, a position he has held since 2008 after working initially as a counselor with Dhahran High School. The Cookes have also served international schools in Bangladesh, China and Mali.

 

“Working with elementary and middle school students,” offers Mr. Cooke, “has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my career.” “Hal Cooke is a wonderful administrator… kind, compassionate, caring, a great listener, and always focused on student learning,” explains ISG Superintendent Norma Hudson. ISG wishes to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Cooke on their new appointments and to recognize their significant contributions to the District.

 

Please consult the full administrative announcement: Hall Cooke Appointed New YIS Principal Effective August 2012 - November 2011

 

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