Caucasus and Central Asia Association of IB World Schools

On May 14th, CCAAIBWS hosted an online Round Table, bringing together educators to exchange ideas and insights.

The session was facilitated by Ms. Kay Didimalang (The English School of Uzbekistan) and Ms. Oxana Akimova (European School Tbilisi), and centered on the topic “Celebrating Leadership Success.”

This engaging discussion created space to acknowledge achievements, share impactful leadership strategies, and foster stronger connections within the IB community.

We are delighted to feature Zhanar Zhangazakova as one of our speakers for the upcoming CCAAIBWS Onsite Workshops in NURORDA School-Lyceum, Astana, Kazakhstan.
She currently leads as the Vice Principal for primary school at Quantum TECH School, and she is ready to share practical, high-level insights with our community. This event is a premier gathering for educators to collaborate, share best practices, and dive deep into professional development within the IB framework.
Location: Nurorda School-Lyceum
Date: 30 May 2026

At the 5th Experiential Learning Conference , Ani Bezhuashvili from European School delivered an insightful session titled “Navigating the Digital World: Empowering Safe and Smart Students, Responsible AI: Teaching Ethics in the Age of Smart Machines.”
Her presentation underscored the central role of digital literacy and ethical awareness in shaping meaningful and impactful learning experiences in the modern age. She highlighted how understanding the ethics of smart machines empowers learners to take ownership of their digital footprint and actively engage with technology safely. She showed how teaching responsible AI use helps students initiate purposeful action and fosters a strong sense of responsibility in an increasingly automated world.

We are pleased to announce that Alima Guliyeva will be leading an engaging session at the CCAAIBWS Onsite Workshops in Baku, Azerbaijan, hosted at Dunya School on 23 May 2026.
As an MYP Chemistry/Science Teacher at Dunya IB School, she brings extensive expertise to this professional development event. Join us for a valuable professional learning experience designed to inspire, connect, and empower educators within the IB community.

As part of the IV IB Educator Development Programme, Shabnam Aliyeva conducted an engaging and insightful training session titled “Creative Strategies to Nurture IB PYP Learner Profile Attributes” at the European Azerbaijan School.

The session focused on exploring innovative approaches to fostering the IB PYP Learner Profile attributes in everyday classroom practice, aligning with the programme’s emphasis on holistic, student-centered learning. Through interactive activities, collaborative discussions, and practical examples, participants explored effective strategies to cultivate attributes such as being inquirers, communicators, risk-takers, and reflective learners.

Educators also examined ways to integrate these attributes meaningfully into teaching and learning, ensuring that students develop not only academically but also as principled and internationally minded individuals.

We are delighted to feature Roza Auyespayeva as one of our speakers for the upcoming CCAAIBWS Onsite Workshops in NURORDA School-Lyceum, Astana, Kazakhstan.
She currently leads the Diploma Programme at the International Steppe School of Astana, and she is ready to share practical, high-level insights with our community. This event is a premier gathering for educators to collaborate, share best practices, and dive deep into professional development within the IB framework.
Location: Nurorda School-Lyceum
Date: 30 May 2026

On May 13th, CCAAIBWS held an online Round Table, bringing educators together to share perspectives and experiences.

The discussion was led by Mr. Reza Maleki (New School Georgia) and Ms. Oxana Akimova (European School Tbilisi) and focused on the theme “Celebrating MYP Success.”

The session offered a valuable opportunity to reflect on accomplishments, exchange effective practices, and deepen collaboration within the IB community.

The question for every educator in 2026 is no longer “how do we use AI?” — it’s “how do we make sure we’re still the ones leading it.”

We’re proud to host the AI Strategy Summit | Baku 2026 at European Azerbaijan School on Saturday, 13 June 2026 — featuring an exceptional keynote speaker.

With Bakcell’s support, we’re bringing together those who turn innovation into real impact — your roadmap to the future.

Rachel Bodily — Co-Founder of Eblana Learning, former International School of Amsterdam educator, and co-author of the International School Leaders’ Guide to AI — is joining us in Baku to help educators and school leaders do exactly that.

🎤 Keynote | Reform or Be Reformed Leading Education Through AI’s Reckoning.
For all educators:
✅ Understand the AI trends & risks shaping education
✅ Identify which teaching & assessment practices are most at risk
✅ Define the human skills and values worth protecting
✅ Lead the AI conversation in your classroom and community

🛠️ Workshop | Leading AI Change: A Strategic Session for School Heads

For school leaders
✅ Benchmark your school’s AI readiness
✅ Explore governance structures for ethical AI implementation
✅ Learn from leading international schools globally
✅ Leave with a concrete action plan for your context

If you’re a teacher, school leader, or EdTech professional — this is a morning worth clearing your calendar for.
📅 13 June 2026
📍 European Azerbaijan School, Baku
🔗 Comment + for the registration link!

📢 PD Workshops & Round Tables May 2026

Join us this May for a series of engaging and insightful Professional Development workshops designed for IB educators across PYP, MYP, and DP/CP.

All sessions will be held online via Zoom.

Comment + to join.

At the 5th Experiential Learning Conference , Jale Onur and Mine Erim from the Turkish IB Schools Association delivered an insightful session titled “Flourishing: Embodying Well-Being, Meaning, and Achievement in Education.”
Their presentation underscored the central role of holistic growth in shaping meaningful and impactful learning experiences for both students and educators. They highlighted how focusing on well-being and purpose empowers learners to take ownership of their personal development and actively engage with their goals. They showed how embodying these values helps schools initiate purposeful action to create an environment where achievement and happiness go hand in hand.

We are pleased to announce that Fiona Hashmi will be leading an engaging session at the CCAAIBWS Onsite Workshops in Baku, Azerbaijan, hosted at Dunya School on 23 May 2026.
As the MYP Coordinator at International Goldstars School, she brings extensive expertise to this professional development event. Join us for a valuable professional learning experience designed to inspire, connect, and empower educators within the IB community.