Speaking Truth, Teaching Humanity: Sense of Responsibility in the Age of A.I.
by Kalyan Ali Balaven, Headteacher, Dunn School, America When I think about Kurt Hahn’s vision of education—the insistence that schools shape character as much as intellect, and that responsibility to others is not a side lesson but the core of the curriculum—I realize I was fortunate enough to have my own personal Kurt Hahn in […]
RS Worldwide Show & Tell: Breakfast Poems
Following our recent RS Worldwide Show and Tell on the theme ‘How we have breakfast’, Oakleigh Grammar in Australia shared these wonderful breakfast-themed poems. Round Square Worldwide Show & Tell sessions help young learners connect with and understand different cultures. These interactive online lessons bring the excitement of traditional Show & Tell into a global setting, […]
Daily Assemblies: Seth Anandram Jaipuria School Lucknow, India
Seth Anandram Jaipuria School Lucknow, India At Seth Anandram Jaipuria School Lucknow in India, student-led daily assemblies build students’ Spirit of Adventure through the challenge of public speaking. These assemblies also promote a Spirit of Democracy, as students tackle thought-provoking social, political, and environmental issues, opening the floor to interaction and debate with contributions welcomed […]
Being an Adult Leader on a Service Project
Serving as an adult leader on a Round Square International Service (RSIS) project is more than a professional opportunity, it’s an experience that blends cultural immersion, service learning, and personal growth. For some, like Kate and Courtney, RSIS has become a multi-year commitment; for others, like Dickson and Shelly, their first project has opened doors […]
A King Constantine Medal Story – Sam Livingston, Whanganui Collegiate School, New Zealand
King Constantine Medal 2025: Sam Livingston, Whanganui Collegiate School, New Zealand. After watching reports of the devastating impact of Cyclone Gabrielle, Sam, a student from Whanganui Collegiate School in New Zealand, embarked on what he describes as the “best and stupidest thing” he has ever done: a 10-hour scooter ride raising thousands for charity, for which […]
A King Constantine Medal Story – Armaan Ahmad, Sunbeam School Lahartara, India
King Constantine Medal 2025: Armaan Ahmad, Sunbeam School Lahartara, India When Armaan Ahmad, an 18-year-old from Sunbeam School Lahartara in India, first joined a Round Square conference, he was so shy he could barely speak in front of people he knew. But step by step, he discovered what Kurt Hahn meant when he said, “There is more […]
2025 RS Conference: Sunbeam School, Lahartara, India
The Round Square Conference 2025, hosted by Sunbeam School Lahartara, Varanasi, welcomed 242 delegates from 31 schools across four countries. Guided by the theme “The Eyes Behind the ‘I’”
Discovering Inquisitiveness in Round Square Schools
Inquisitiveness is key to the Round Square Discovery Framework. We discover it by making continuous enquiries in the pursuit of truth, exploring the world around us, and seeking out our place within it. We grow it through practice: testing boundaries, challenging assumptions, and maintaining a healthy scepticism when evidence is limited. Making this discovery involves more […]
Collaboration Case Study: Story Relay – Pass the Baton
Stories are the heartbeats of imagination. They carry us to new worlds, teach us empathy, and give voice to the thoughts we sometimes struggle to express. Story telling is the best form of communication and lots are happening in the world through story telling.
Being a Baraza Leader
“Being a Baraza leader is not just about leadership skills,” said Cheyenne, a student at St George’s Diocesan School in Namibia. “It’s also about compassion, being kind-hearted, and going the extra mile — even when it takes you beyond what’s familiar.” Her peer Grace agreed: “It comes with bravery. It’s about challenging yourself in a […]