
International School Leaders Conference 2026
26 - 28 April 2026 | Hotel Dubrovnik Palace | Dubrovnik, Croatia


The International School Leader Conference (ISLC) is designed for busy school leaders to gather for challenging PD, networking, and time away from the busyness of school life. ISLC keynote speakers will challenge your thinking as the small group interaction sharpens your understanding. This conference will be held on April 26-28, 2026 at Hotel Dubrovnik Palace on the beautiful peninsula of Dubrovnik, Croatia.
Register for your spot today. Leaders from ALL ACSI regions are heartily invited to attend.
Registration Fees
Conference registration will include access to all keynote sessions, workshops, coffee breaks, and lunches during the conference. Hotel accommodation/package rates and evening dinners are not included.
- ACSI Member School Registration | $525pp
- Spouse - ACSI Member School Registration | $450pp
- Non-Member School Registration | $625pp
Cancellation Fees:
ACSI REFUND POLICY: Except in cases of medical emergency, urgent family emergency, school crisis there will be no refunds for pre-registered events. If you or a pre-registered member/delegate from your school is unable to attend an event, you are encouraged to send a substitute, such as a board member, other staff member, or an interested parent. Refunds that are given are subject to a service charge of $50 per registrant, which will be deducted from the refund amount. If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Chealsea_Allen@acsi.org.


Paul Matthews
CEO of MyTeacherAide.com
Paul Matthews is a third-generation educator on a mission to bless others through education. He lives this out in four domains of practice. He calls them the 4Cs:
Classroom: As a full-time History teacher at Calvin Christian School in Tasmania, Australia, I am passionate about engaging students in meaningful learning experiences.
Consulting: I guide school leaders and teachers in navigating AI wisely, focusing on practical, evidence-based strategies that enhance classroom impact.
Company: As the CEO of MyTeacherAide.com, I develop AI tools designed by educators to help teachers save time, foster creativity, and fast-track evidence-based practices. Our tools integrate curriculum seamlessly to make a bigger impact in education.
Creative: I write daily on LinkedIn, author books, and design courses to equip educators to teach wisely in a rapidly changing world.
Let's talk if you're interested in exploring wise teaching and learning in a changing world.
General Session Topics:
Leading Your School Wisely Through AI: A Philosophical Approach
Pedagogical Hospitality: A Practical Vision for AI in Our Schools

Jerry Nelson
Chief Ministry Officer, ACSI
Coming soon.
General Session Topic:
Stay Tuned
Sessions
Breakout Sessions
ISLC Breakout Sessions will be announced closer to the event.
Reach out to chealsea_allen@acsi.org if you have an idea or topic that you would like to present. Presentation slots will be limited at ISLC.
Coming
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Draft Schedule
Sunday, 26 April
14:00 – 16:00 – Conference Check-In
18:00 – 19:00 – Dinner on your own
19:00 – 20:30 – General Session 1
Welcome, Introductions, Highlights
Keynote 1 – Jerry Nelson
Monday, 27 April
9:00 – 10:30 – General Session 2
Announcements, Worship, Sharing, Highlights
Keynote 2 – Jerry Nelson
10:30 – 11:00 – Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:30 – Breakout Sessions
- Session 1–4
12:30 PM – Lunch
14:00 – 15:15 – General Session 3
Announcements, Worship, Sharing, Highlights
Keynote 3 – Paul Matthews
15:30 – 17:00 – Breakout Sessions
- Session 1–4
Evening free: Dinner on your own
Tuesday, 28 April
9:00 – 10:30 – General Session 4
Announcements, Worship, Sharing, Highlights
Keynote 4 – Paul Matthews
10:30 – 11:00 – Coffee Break
11:00 – 12:30 – Breakout Sessions
- Session 1–4
12:30 PM – Lunch
14:00 – 15:30 – Breakout Sessions
- Session 1–4
15:30 – 17:00 – General Session 5
Final Session, Closing Challenge
Keynote 5 – TBD
Conference Close
Schedule subject to change.
Hotel & Conference Venue

Please note: The general rates shown on the hotel's website may appear lower, but they do not apply to our event and do not include the special benefits arranged for conference participants.
Hotel Dubrovnik Palace
Masarykov Put 20
20 000 Dubrovnik
Hotel Dubrovnik Palace nestles on the scenic seafront between a pine forest and the turquoise coastal waters of the lush Lapad peninsula. Just a few minutes’ drive north west of medieval Dubrovnik Old Town, the stunning location offers phenomenal photo opportunities of the Elafiti Islands from every direction.
Our contemporary luxury resort has direct access to a quiet and peaceful beach, two outdoor pools plus a third indoor pool. Additionally, we have a PADI diving centre, padel court, and a leafy jogging path and walking routes through the picturesque woods that rise up Petka hill behind the hotel.
Our discounted rate room block will be available soon.
Getting to the Hotel:
Driving Directions from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Hotel Dubrovnik Palace:
The distance from Dubrovnik Airport (DBV) to Hotel Dubrovnik Palace is approximately 22 kilometers (13.7 miles). Depending on traffic conditions, the journey typically takes 30 to 40 minutes by car.
More details to come.

Exhibitors & Sponsors
We want to partner with you!
The ISLC provides you with an opportunity to get your product, message, degree, or opportunity to leaders at influential, accredited, bilingual, and international Christian schools representing thousands of students. Teachers and leaders at ACSI member schools are always eager to hear about products and companies that can enhance their work of bringing Christian education to the children of the world.
"ACSI clearly appreciates their exhibitors and sponsors and desires for them to be successful in their ministries/support services."
-Phil Armstrong, Director of Global Community, Dallas Baptist University, ISLC 2025
Exhibitor Options Exhibitor Interest Form
If you have any questions or need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact Chealsea_Allen@acsi.org
Why sponsor ISLC?
- ISLC pulls in top leaders from international schools in Europe, Africa, Latin America, and even Asia.
- We expect 150* school leaders and staff for this event
- The leaders represent up to 180 international Christian schools around the world
- The schools collectively represent approximately 45,000 students, many of whom will graduate to attend colleges and universities in the English-speaking world
- International school leaders are looking for strong providers and partners to help them fulfill their international purpose
- Your sponsorship gets your message out to leaders efficiently
(*Early projections)
Who is a good candidate to sponsor ISLC?*
Online course providers
Christian colleges and universities are looking to recruit international and national students
Christian colleges offering Master's and Doctoral degrees for teachers and leaders
Christian education consultants and job boards
School systems management providers
International Insurance groups that serve expats and others
Educational training programs
Service organizations
Curriculum and textbook providers
Assessment and testing organizations
Other – reach out to us to see if your organization is a good fit for our conference
*ACSI, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to refuse or prohibit any vendor from participating in or otherwise exhibiting at a conference if such participation or exhibiting is contrary to or conflicts with ACSI's mission and values.
Ways to sponsor our event:
Come to ISLC and have an exhibit table (see our ad-on options)
Work with us to sponsor a conference SWAG item with your logo to give to every delegate (conference pen, notepad/book, bag, or other)
You don’t have to attend to sponsor a swag item
Exhibitor/Sponsor Testimonials:
"ISLC is a unique opportunity to connect meaningfully with a select group of truly driven and quality-oriented school leaders from around the world. If your solution is looking for people to get excited about the true value you bring to schools, this is the place to be."- Grant Wootten, Edusfere, ISLC 2025
"ACSI clearly appreciates their exhibitors and sponsors and desires for them to be successful in their ministries/support services."
- Phil Armstrong, Director of Global Community, Dallas Baptist University, ISLC 2025
"Exhibiting at ACSI international conferences has been a great way to enable our program to serve more students and schools outside our own borders."
- Jeff Ogne, Dean of Students, Oaks Christian Online, ICEC Europe 2024
"ACSI invites exhibitors to align and unite with the mission of its schools during the days at the conference. We appreciate the togetherness and inspiration."
- Carola Ibañez, FACTS, ICEC Europe 2024
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