International Coalition of Girls' Schools

Imagine a place where girls' voice are heard, their leadership skills are nurtured, and their confidence grows every day. At a girls’ school, every opportunity is intentionally designed with girls in mind—empowering them to discover their fullest potential. Her future is waiting—bold, bright, and unstoppable. Know someone who would benefit from learning about the transformative impact of girls’ schools? Share this with your network and join us in celebrating the power of girls’ education to shape the leaders of tomorrow.

Big leadership skills start with little voices. The R.E.A.L.® (Relate, Excerpt, Ask, Listen) Discussion Program, piloted with ICGS Lower School educators, equips young students with the tools to express their ideas confidently, listen actively, and think critically—all while fostering meaningful connections in the classroom. For girls' schools, the R.E.A.L.® Program offers a distinct edge: a unique opportunity to differentiate your lower school programming with intentional leadership development from the start. Registration is now open for the R.E.A.L.® Lower School Pilot Cohort! Don’t miss the chance to join a community of educators committed to empowering the next generation of women leaders—starting with your youngest students. Secure your spot today: https://lnkd.in/g_ZWsTyb

When educators understand how girls learn best, they discover powerful opportunities to inspire curiosity, confidence, and achievement. 📚 Explore the course and register here: https://lnkd.in/ennZT-xk

On February 7, join your peers at Marymount School of New York for the Educating Girls Symposium—a day designed just for you, packed with ideas and strategies to energize your work. Start the day hearing from trailblazing leaders, who will share their experiences as women in educational leadership: 🔹 Wanda M. Holland Greene, Head of School at The Hamlin School 🔹 Laura Ann Rosenbury, President at Barnard College 🔹 Janelle Bradshaw, former CEO of Public Preparatory Network Then dive into 35+ breakout sessions for tools and strategies you can take back to your school, including: ⭐ Inspiring Humans, Not Donors: How to Develop a Case for Support, presented by Nicole Antil of Graham-Pelton ⭐ The Power of Civic and Civil Discourse, presented by Jim Shapiro of The Chapin School ⭐ Her Success is My Success: Cultivating a Culture of Non-Toxic Achievement, presented by Kristin Taylor of The Archer School for Girls Close the day with an inspirational keynote by Lauren Smith Brody, CEO and founder of The Fifth Trimester, on The Hidden Power of “Not There Yet” – How to Turn Personal Uncertainty into Progress for All. --------- Looking for even more inspiration? Arrive early on February 6 and gain access to another full-day of learning with workshops led by Marymount School of New York's Creative Technology faculty and sponsored by Lectec: 🔸 Cultivating the Creative Mindset in the Classroom - Discover strategies to nurture curiosity, risk-taking, and problem-solving with collaborative activities. 🔸 Unleash Creativity with AI - Explore AI tools that inspire creative thinking and empower students to use technology as a tool for expression and innovation. --------- 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/gpszCHGP

This holiday season we’re celebrating the magic of girls’ schools — from the perspective of girls themselves! Nearly 2,500 students from member schools around the world weighed in on what they love about attending a girls’ school. We are so inspired by the shared community, empowerment, and joy girls feel in schools designed just for them. A heartfelt thank-you to the students who contributed such thoughtful reflections and to our member schools for their unwavering dedication to educating and advocating for girls. 🎨 beautifully illustrated by Jo Byrne of See Your Words

How can you empower your students to navigate disagreements with confidence and civility? The latest "On Educating Girls" podcast short was produced to support you with strategies designed for girls' school educators. In just 15 minutes, you’ll gain actionable insights to help your students engage in respectful, productive conversations—even when they disagree. 🎙️ Key Takeaway for Your Classroom: "Starting Small, Thinking Big" — Alison Sefton from Norwich High School for Girls GDST shares how guiding students through small peer disagreements can prepare them to tackle larger societal challenges. Early exposure to constructive conflict resolution builds confidence for navigating complex conversations. Listen today and consider how these strategies could enrich your school’s culture of healthy discourse. Together, we can nurture girls to become articulate, thoughtful leaders ready to make a difference. 🎧 Start here: https://lnkd.in/ey9GPh7h

The Educating Girls Symposium at Wimbledon High School GDST was unforgettable—and these moments are officially some of our favorites! 💫 We’re so grateful for the incredible breakout session presenters, our generous sponsors, and the passionate attendees who made this day possible. Together, you brought energy, collaboration, and purpose to life, paving the way for a world where every girl can thrive.

Hear how girls' school students are navigating social media’s impact on sleep, self-esteem, and overall well-being—and more importantly, how they’re charting bold solutions. Let’s celebrate these young visionaries who are not just analyzing the issues but leading the charge for a brighter digital future!

💡 What does it take to empower the next generation of women leaders?💡 At the current rate, achieving gender equality in the highest leadership positions could take 130 years. But here's the good news: parents, educators, and mentors have the power to accelerate this timeline. In our newest “On Educating Girls” podcast short, Uplifting Girls’ Leadership, we explore practical strategies for inspiring leadership in girls. Our experts explain the current institutional barriers girls face and how community involvement can help students overcome them, as well as the importance of shifting to an inclusive view of leadership. 🎧 Listen now and share this episode with educators, parents, and anyone committed to building a future led by confident, capable young women: https://lnkd.in/guMrJsYj