Oakridge got its first expat Principal

Hyderabad, 12th November, 2014: Oakridge International School's largest campus ' Newton campus, Gachibowli has welcomed their first expat Principal ' Gustav J Gropp.

Gustav ' a true leader and mentor in the world of education brings to Oakridge, a rich 35 years of global experience ' his journey starting withSouth Africa through Namibia, Botswana, Zambia, Tanzania and Kenya, to the land of the pyramids, Egypt. Venturing even further, to the United Arab Emirates, United States of America, Jordan and Oman, only to find a new home in India, ready to share his experiences and learn from Oakridge community.

His versatile pedagogy in education management is just one of the examples to the ultimate credibility he has brought to the Oakridge philosophy. Gustav holds an M.Ed in Curriculum Design, a B.Tech.Ed in Education Management, a PGCE in Education Mentoring, a BA.Hons in Industrial Sociology, a BA in Social Sciences, and a HDE in Primary education. He is a certified International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Program (DP) administrator, Middle Years Program (MYP) administrator and Primary Years Program (PYP) administrator.

In his last assignment, Mr.Gustav has established and led a new IB Kindergarten to Grade 12 Campus in Abu Dhabi successfully for years.

Gustav is heartily welcomed by his fellow Senior Management members Mr. Biju Baby (Vice Principal, International Curicculum), Ms. HemaChennupaty( Vice Principal, CBSE), Ms. Hema Sanjay (Vice Principal, Junior School) and Mr. Rahul Singh, Director, Oakridge International School, Newton Campus.

'It is indeed a true privilege for us to team up with this great mentor on our mission to make Oakridge as the ultimate destination for world-class holistic education for children.' Rahul Singh, Director, Newton campus says.

'Mr. Gustav, with his vast experience in international curriculum leadership and mentoring has added a new dimension to the Oakridge philosophy. Under his guidance, Oakridge Newton campus will set new global standards in holistic approach to learning.' Mr. Biju Baby adds.

From Mr. Gustav to all Oakridge International School Newton Campus students, parents, faculty and staff: 'I am fortunate and humbled by the opportunity to be included into the community of your school. I believe the way forward is intertwined with the genuineness and sincerity of our combined efforts to allow each child and student to reach their potential; to thrive in being themselves and give their absolute best in preparation for a future that will reward the truth that manifests from doing the right thing for the right reason at the right time'.

Mr. Gustav is already busy interacting with students of the campus and will be meeting the parents later this week. All the best, Mr. Gustav!