Jessica Hale

Educational Consultant, 407 Learning

Dr. Jessica Hale is an international educator and leadership mentor, passionate about guiding teachers and school leaders. She has served in teaching and leadership roles in K–12 schools and currently serves as a doctoral professor preparing future school leaders. Jessica trains educators and consults with leadership teams on curriculum design, pedagogy, and technology integration. Jessica is passionate about empowering educators to lead meaningful change in education through innovative leadership and practices.

Upcoming Presentations

Pre-Conference: Practical AI Integration for Educators

This hands-on workshop equips participants with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to harness AI effectively. Designed to support educators to guide both colleagues and learners, this experience focuses on practical approaches to AI integration that enhance teaching and learning.

12 Mar (Thursday) - 09:00 - 16:00

Panel: Scaling Innovation: How Do We Move From Pilot Projects to System‑Wide Change?

This panel investigates how to take innovative practices to scale—addressing barriers like policy, culture, and resources—while maintaining creativity and adaptability.

14 Mar (Saturday) - 10:15 - 11:15

Panel: Financial Literacy: Closing the Knowledge Gap

Panelists will discuss how schools can equip students with the skills to manage money, make informed financial decisions, and build resilience for the future.

13 Mar (Friday) - 13:00 - 14:00

Past Presentations

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Discover the transformative potential of the Apple Leadership Academy and Apple Learning Academy.

Building Resilient School Cultures

Together, we will reflect on our values and behaviors, deepen our understanding of the people we lead, and explore ways to accelerate productivity and amplify communication—ensuring a positive, resilient culture that holds steady in times of change.

Connecting Leadership Practices in Education: A Guided Discussion

Leadership in our schools has never been more important. Transitions, burnout, and a global teacher shortage are just a few challenges facing school leaders today. Recent research suggests changing dispositions are needed to lead effectively. So, what does the academic literature on leadership say about how we work in schools? How might we utilize findings from outside the field of education to be more effective in our schools? Join me for a guided discussion on connecting research-based practices to how we might lead more effectively in schools.

Women Leading Courageously in Global Education

In this workshop, we will discuss current trends of women in leadership and strategies for taking action to enhance possibilities for women in educational leadership globally.
Innovation in Education Leadership

Deeper Pathways to Tomorrow: Building Bridges through Global Competencies

As the world races towards globalization, schools are growing in diversity and complexity. How might we build relationships by valuing differences, exchanging ideas, and preparing students for global engagement?

24 Nov (Wednesday) - 18:00 - 19:00
Curriculum & Pedagogy Leadership 21st Century Skills

Pathways to Tomorrow: Building Global Competencies through Intercultural Education

How might we build relationships by valuing differences, exchanging ideas, and preparing students for global engagement? In this session, attendees will gain an understanding of the research, frameworks and terminology used when talking about global competencies.