Beyond Vendors: How Schools Can Streamline Partnerships for Long-Term Impact

The Challenge of Managing Multiple Service Providers As international schools navigate their planning and restructuring period for the next academic year, a familiar challenge often emerges: how to manage multiple service providers while ensuring continuity, alignment, and long-term impact. For many school leaders, balancing a range of external providers—whether for leadership programs, outdoor education, or […]

From the Mountains to Everyday Life: My Jump! Experience Leading a Teen Expedition

Introduction Last summer, I stepped away from the digital hum to lead a group of teenagers on their first backcountry adventure with Jump! in the Canadian wilderness. Over several days, we hiked remote trails, paddled pristine lakes, and tackled exhilarating ropes courses—experiences that challenged and transformed us in unexpected ways. This was more than an […]

The Experiential Edge: Empowering Students for a Complex Future

By Solonia Teodros, Chief Innovation and Growth Officer, JUMP! Schools In the dynamic world of international education, we witness the remarkable journeys of students who navigate a tapestry of cultures and experiences. Their unique perspectives and adaptability are invaluable assets, yet they also present us with a crucial question: How can we ensure our educational […]

Unplug and Thrive: Reclaiming Your Teen’s Potential in a Digital World

By Fernando Munoz, JUMP! Summer Program Director As parents, we’re walking a tightrope: empowering our teens with technology’s potential while shielding them from its pitfalls. Many are witnessing increased screen addiction, anxiety fueled by information overload and sensationalism, and a growing disconnect from real-world experiences. In today’s hyper-connected environment, our children are rarely offline—often scrolling, […]

The Power of PVC – A Model for Self Reflection

Published on 01.11.2013 An essential part of every JUMP! Program is introducing the simple model of Prisoner, Vacationer and Change-Maker (PVC). This model creates an awareness of where we are mentally as individuals in any given situation.  At the beginning of our programs, we ask students to talk about or act out what each one […]