The International Baccalaureate® (IB) Global Conference, held under the theme “Shared Learning, Shared Futures,” took place in Lyon, France, on October 22-24, 2026. This year’s event brought together more than 1,800 educators, IB school leaders, and education experts from 93 countries, creating a dynamic environment for exchanging knowledge, experiences, and innovative teaching practices.

The School was respresented by Ms. Eleni Vasileiou, IB Programmes Director and IB DP Head of School; Ms. Dimitra Panagouli, Director of Psychico College Elementary School; Mr. Filimon Diamantidis, Assistant Director and MYP Coordinator at Psychico College Junior High School; Ms. Faye Kafetzopoulou, Assistant Director and PYP Coordinator at Athens College Elementary School; and Ms. Elena Marinopoulou, PYP Coordinator at Psychico College Elementary School.

Among the many topics discussed, special emphasis was placed on Universal Design for Learning (UDL), an educational framework that promotes inclusion and creates equal learning opportunities for all students. Another key topic was systems thinking, an approach that helps students develop the ability to understand the complex relationships and interdependencies of today's world. The latest developments in the Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP), and Diploma Programme (DP) were also presented, offering new perspectives on teaching, learning, and assessment.

Through inspiring talks, interactive workshops, and creative dialogue, participants explored the value of collaboration, the exchange of experience, and the collective search for new educational approaches. The conference theme, “Shared Learning, Shared Futures,” ran through every session, reflecting a shared conviction: that the education of the future is built on the knowledge we share, the ideas we create together, and the meaningful partnerships we develop. A global educational community that learns and evolves together can shape a future with more opportunities for every student.