Staff from ISP Schools in the Middle East are eligible to apply 

Dubai, Dec 11, 2023: The International Schools Partnership (ISP) has announced that applications for the 2023-24 edition of the Federico Olivie Fund are now open. The fund is designed to support the education of staff members at ISP Schools in the Middle East in their professional development plans for the year.  

Kam Bhamra, Regional Managing Director, ISP – Middle East says, “Schools are embracing transformative changes in this era of rapid advancements by adopting innovative approaches, tools and technologies. By equipping themselves with new skills, our academic and administrative staff are playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of their schools and enriching the educational journey of our students. The Federico Olivie Fund encourages these remarkable qualities, offering unwavering support to our staff in their pursuit of continuous learning and their commitment to becoming catalysts of positive change within their schools. 

In the previous 2022-2023 edition, the fund was divided among seven ISP staff members, empowering them to enhance their learning and skills through additional training courses of their choice.  

Ronali Nabong Lopez, Teaching Assistant at Reach British School says, “The teaching assistant course enhanced my communication skills, allowing me to demonstrate authority effectively, listen intently and foster positive interactions with students.”