Student Support Team

After initially working in the tech industry, Whit realized his passion lay in education and has now spent over 25 years working with students in a wide range of settings He worked in education in the US as well as South Korea and the Northern Mariana Islands. His experience spans social-emotional counseling, outdoor education, mentoring at-risk youth, ESL, college counseling, research, and history in international classrooms.

Whit’s education philosophy is grounded in diverse experiences and lifelong learning. He believes in being prepared, active, supportive, flexible, having fun, and doing good work. He is passionate about guiding students through their MYP and DP years and helping them discover paths that energize and inspire them.

Sarolta believes that close collaboration with parents and colleagues is essential in supporting students’ development effectively. She believes that students learn best when they feel safe, understood, and supported. Empathy, safety, curiosity, and resilience are key qualities that students cultivate through high-quality education.

She brings clarity, structure, and a calm, supportive presence to both classroom settings and one-on-one sessions, helping students approach challenges with growing confidence and independence. Sarolta is committed to continuous professional development and actively follows the latest research and international best practices in learning support and inclusive education to further refine her expertise.

Community wellbeing has been at the forefront of Bev’s work as a counsellor. She has seen how connection and belonging can have a transformative effect on a child (and adult for that matter). Research has shown that the most effective tool counsellors have at their disposal is providing a space where a person can be heard, accepted, and championed. She believes that people have the capacity to change as they gain valuable insight and effective strategies. Life is messy and people are complex, but a caring counselor can draw from a deep reserve of patience, understanding, and genuine empathy. Counselors have been referred to as “wounded healers” for many have come from a place of brokenness to find healing and strength to support others. It is such a privilege to walk alongside a child/adult as they move through this journey.

She firmly believes in approaching each student from a holistic perspective, recognizing that when academic, social, and emotional needs are supported together, students can achieve remarkable growth. Engy is a dedicated counselor who brings empathy, compassion, and collaboration to her work, guiding students toward becoming the best version of themselves both inside and outside the classroom.

Committed to continuous professional growth, Engy regularly participates in professional development opportunities and attends conferences and training through organizations such as the International School Counselor Association (ISCA).

Katalin integrates elements of Occupational Therapy (OT) to enhance fine and gross motor skills, sensory regulation, and functional independence, ensuring students can fully access learning. She believes that agency, resilience, and confidence are nurtured when children feel supported and capable. Her calm and encouraging approach helps students develop self-management skills and grow as balanced, reflective learners.