Leadership
HOS Welcome Message 2024-2025
Choosing the right school for your child is a significant and heartfelt decision for every family.
We understand the importance of finding a school that is congruent with your values and prioritizes your child's well-being. We invite you to consider Concordia, where every student is seen as a unique gift worthy of love and care and respect.
At Concordia, we are committed to educating students holistically in a nurturing environment. Our comprehensive and rigorous program spans academics, athletics, creative arts, extra-curricular activities, service, and spirituality. We nurture the natural gifts of every child to prepare them for lifelong success.
The community at Concordia is built on a culture of relationships and connection, which is central to the Concordia experience. Our school attracts families seeking a high-quality education that focuses on the whole child—not just intellectually and physically, but socially and ethically as well. Our teachers care deeply for their students, support and inspire their academic pursuits, and encourage growth in all facets of their lives.
As you consider this important decision, we invite you to explore our excellent academic programs and comprehensive extra-curricular opportunities in fine arts, athletics, and service. We welcome you into our community and look forward to embarking on this educational journey with you.
Dr. Eric Semler
Interim Head of School
Concordia International School Shanghai
Decision Making
We are intentional about enhancing the student experience and our three-fold, decision-making filter highlights that commitment. When making a decision we ask these questions, in this order:
- What's best for students?
- What's best for the organization?
- What's best for the individual?
Our stakeholders also play an important role in what decisions we should be making at the school. We consider everyone in the Concordia community to be stakeholders, from students and teachers to our parents, administration, and Board.
Leadership Team
Our leadership structure focuses on collaboration between experienced leaders from different backgrounds and experiences. This collaboration allows for a powerful dynamic where individual voices are shared and discussed to determine what is best for our students, our school, and our community.
The Concordia Board
Concordia’s Board is made up of industry experts and community leaders who support and promote the school’s development and growth. The board establishes the mission of Concordia and sets policies to ensure high standards and fiscal stability. The board entrusts the educational program and business matters to Concordia’s administration, faculty, and staff.
Josefina Shen, President
Finance Committee
Peter Ng
Finance Committee
Eric Semler, Chairman
Finance Committee
Governance Committee
Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
Robert Treme
Governance Committee
Nancy Qian
Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
Douglas Sung
Finance Committee
Shameen Prashantham
Governance Committee
Siao Eung Ly
Secretary
Strategic Initiatives & Planning
Hans Lopez-Vito
Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee