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About the Conference

As educators, we hold the key to unlocking the potential of every learner, but that journey begins with a growth mindset. This conference is a powerful invitation for educators to embrace the growth mindset—where challenges become opportunities and effort fuels success. Designed for teachers and school leaders, we’ll explore practical strategies to transform teaching, build student resilience, and foster a culture of continuous learning.

It’s more than professional development; it’s a mindset shift. Join us in reimagining what it means to teach, lead, and grow.

Event Information

Date and Time	City	Venue	Series
7 Nov 2025 \| Friday 7.30am to 2.00pm 8 Nov 2025 \| Saturday 7.30am to 2.00pm	Bacolod Manila	L'Fisher Hotel 14th Lacson St., Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines Show Google Map MIHCA, Times Plaza, 3rd Floor, United Nations Ave, Ermita, Manila, Kalakhang Maynila, Philippines Show Google Map	My Pals are Here! International Secondary Math (Grade 7-10) Digital Literacy & Computing (Grade 1-9)
Free registration and lunch will be provided.

Date and Time

City

Venue

Series

7 Nov 2025 | Friday
7.30am to 2.00pm

8 Nov 2025 | Saturday
7.30am to 2.00pm

Bacolod

Manila

L'Fisher Hotel

14th Lacson St., Bacolod, 6100 Negros Occidental, Philippines
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MIHCA, Times Plaza, 3rd Floor, United Nations Ave, Ermita, Manila, Kalakhang Maynila, Philippines
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My Pals are Here! International Secondary Math (Grade 7-10)
Digital Literacy & Computing (Grade 1-9)

Free registration and lunch will be provided.

Time	Activity
7.30am to 7.45am	Registration
7.45am to 8.00am	Opening Address by SC Mardison and MCE
8.00am to 9.30am	Plenary Session Critical Thinking and Problem Solving for a Growth Mindset Culture By Mr. Atraju s/o Kanan Ramdas In today’s fast-changing world, critical thinking and problem-solving are vital skills for cultivating a growth mindset in learners. This session highlights how Mathematics and Digital Literacy, with their emphasis on reasoning, critical thinking and adaptability, offer rich opportunities for students to tackle challenges, persist through difficulties, and view mistakes as stepping stones to deeper understanding. It also explores how schools can foster cultures of continuous growth, where both teachers and students embrace challenges with confidence and thrive in an ever-evolving global landscape.
9.30am to 10.00am	Tea Break
10.00am to 12.30pm	Breakout Session 1: My Pals are Here! International Secondary Math (Grade 7-10) Teaching Mathematics through Problem Solving By Mr. Atraju s/o Kanan Ramdas The MPaH Maths 4E G7–G10 series transforms mathematics into a journey of discovery by using STEAM contexts and the beauty of nature to frame rich, authentic problems. Students explore, question, and reason through real-world phenomena — from engineering feats to natural patterns — building deep understanding and fluency along the way. This session shows how problem solving becomes the heart of learning, making mathematics relevant, engaging, and empowering.
10.00am to 12.30pm	Breakout Session 2: Digital Literacy & Computing (Grade 1-9) From Classroom to Real World: Empowering Students with MCE’s Digital Literacy and Computing Programme By Ms. Vaishalli Sharma Discover how the Marshall Cavendish Education (MCE) Digital Literacy and Computing programme for Stages 1 to 9 equips students with essential digital skills for real-world success. Aligned with international standards, the curriculum provides a strong foundation in digital technology, computational thinking, and safe online behaviour, tailored for primary and lower secondary learners. Key Highlights: Easy-to-follow structure for smooth delivery across classrooms Engaging, interactive resources that support practical learning Pedagogical approach that integrates digital skills across subjects Walkthrough of progression from Stage 1 to Stage 9
12.30pm to 2.00pm	Lunch Performance & Raffle
2.00pm	Closing Address End of Conference

Our Speakers

Mr. Atraju s/o Kanan Ramdas

Mr. Atraju s/o Kanan Ramdas brings over two decades of experience with Singapore’s Ministry of Education, where he has held key leadership roles in curriculum design, character education, and school leadership. As a Vice-Principal and Senior Curriculum Planning Officer at the Curriculum Planning and Development Division (CPDD), he contributed to the development of Singapore’s national Mathematics curriculum and teacher training initiatives. Having led both Character and Citizenship Education as well as Mathematics departments, he brings a unique blend of academic rigour and values-based leadership to the design of holistic and future-ready learning experiences.

Ms. Vaishalli Sharma

Ms. Vaishalli Sharma is an accomplished education professional with over 25 years of expertise in curriculum design, instructional strategy, cognitive science, and teacher training. With an engineering background in Computer Science, an MBA, and an M.Ed., she has established a distinguished career in the education sector. Her experience spans teaching IT curricula for CBSE, IGCSE, and AS/A levels, authoring school textbooks, and developing educational apps for diverse student age groups.

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