Talking Heads: Francis Retter, British Junior Academy of Brussels, Belgium
In this episode of Talking Heads, we sit down with Francis Retter, Headteacher at the British Junior Academy of Brussels (BJAB) in Belgium. Francis shares his reflections on attending his first-ever Round Square International Conference in Dubai. He discusses why fostering an international outlook is more important than ever for schools and students, and how […]
Discovering a Commitment to Sustainability in Round Square Schools
Sustainability is more than a topic in a classroom. It is a shared value, brought to life by students across the Round Square network. Through the Discovery framework, young people are observing challenges, taking initiative, and creating real-world sustainable solutions that transform their local communities. From reducing waste to innovating sustainable technologies, and transforming school […]
Biodiversity Project, Oakleigh Grammar, Australia
Guided by a sense of care for their surroundings and a desire to make their school more vibrant, members of the Year 11 Student Representative Council (SRC) at Oakleigh Grammar in Australia have launched a biodiversity project that’s transforming their campus, one plant at a time. The inspiration began with a simple observation. “What first […]
A King Constantine Medal Story – Finn Ryan, Millwood School
When Finn Ryan, a student at Millwood School, USA, learned of the challenges faced by families in Malawi without access to clean water, he felt a responsibility to act. Finn was awarded his school’s King Constantine Medal for 2025. “When I first learned about the challenges faced by children in Malawi, I was deeply moved”, he says. “My fifth-grade teacher used […]
A King Constantine Medal Story – Arusha Singh, The Cathedral and John Connon School
Arusha Singh, from The Cathedral and John Connon School in India, has been awarded this year’s King Constantine Medal from the school for confronting issues of injustice faced by Mumbai’s street hawkers and widows in rural Fatehpur. I have always believed that every person deserves dignity, fairness, and the chance to be heard. This belief […]
A King Constantine Medal Story – Nammon, RBIS International School, Thailand
When Aunyaporn Vitayakornbundit (Nammon) realised her classmates at RBIS International School in Thailand were not recycling, she decided to lead by example. What began with her collecting bottles and cans soon grew into a school-wide project that inspired friendly competition, brought her community closer together, and even supported a foundation creating prosthetic limbs from ring […]
RSIC2025 – Thank you to our hosts and thank you for coming!
Thank you to everyone who took part in the 57th Round Square International Conference in Dubai and congratulations to our host schools The Indian High School Dubai, GEMS Modern Academy, and The Millennium School Dubai. Asked to sum up the conference in one word on the final day, student delegates told us it was vibrant, amazing, culturally […]
2025 RS Conference: Dhirubhai Ambani International School, India
Hosted by Dhirubhai Ambani International School (DAIS) in India, the Round Square Conference EKTA brought together students from across India and beyond to explore peace, unity, conflict-resolution, and sustainable solutions to global challenges.
Talking Heads: Luke Hartley, Woodridge College and Preparatory School, South Africa
We are delighted that the Round Square Talking Heads Podcast is returning on International Podcast Day. This series shares the voices, experiences, and insights of Heads of Round Square Schools from across the network. Our first episode of this series features Luke Hartley, Head of College at Woodridge College & Preparatory School, who reflects on […]
Winners announced for Roy McComish Art Award 2025
Thank you to everyone who entered the Roy McComish Art Award 2025. This year’s theme, “Beyond the Dunes,” inspired an incredible range of creative submissions—from drawings and paintings to sculptures and even short films. The quality and imagination on display made judging a real challenge. We are delighted to share the winners and those who […]