ABOUT
Governance
Governance
Legal Structure
The International School of Genoa is a not-for-profit organisation, whose objective is to offer high quality international education for students of all nationalities from early years to high school in the metropolitan area of Genoa.
The parents of the students are members of the association, and they are called to meet in a General Assembly at least twice a year for approving the balance sheet and the budget.
Governance
of the School
The Board of Directors is responsible for the long-term viability, financial oversight, and governance of the school.
The Board of Directors of the Association are current parents, past parents, and external professionals who have a wide variety of professional experiences. They are all volunteers who bring a range of experience and skills to the governance of the School, focusing on strategic development and the general benefit of the school.
The Board works closely with the Director of the school to develop and implement the ISG’s strategic plan in the daily management of the school, the final aim of which is to prepare our students for personal and academic success.
Board
Members
Board members participate in different committees focused on finance, facilities, marketing and communication, community building and academic development. Every community member with relevant expertise is welcome to contribute to committees or offer his/her support to the Board of Directors.
Current Board of Directors of the Association:
Annalisa Ferrari | President, elected
Barbara Macciò | Vice-President, elected
Duccio Ducci | Treasurer, nominated
Andrea Facco | Secretary, elected
Francesca Grillo | elected
Ottavia Marsano | elected
Stefania Meloni | nominated
Alberto Venturini | nominated
Governance - strategic planning
Board Sub-Committees
The Sub-Committees support effective governance, collaboration and the long-term development of The International School of Genoa.
The ISG Board works through a number of Sub-Committees and Strategic Planning Groups, each focusing on a key area of the School’s strategic priorities. These groups bring together different perspectives and expertise to help advance ISG’s mission and strategic goals.
Governance
- Board recruitment and succession
- Orientation and ongoing Board development
- Governance policies and procedures
- Board effectiveness and self-evaluation
TEACHING, LEARNING, AND LEARNING ENVIRONMENTs
- High Quality Learning
- Student wellbeing and support
- Resilience and ethical decision making
- Technology, AI and learning environments
TALENT & PEOPLE
- Recruitment and retention
- Onboarding and mentoring
- Professional Growth and Leadership
- Staff Wellbeing and organisational clarity
culture & community
- Community engagement and belonging
- Inclusion and connection
- Alumni relationships
- Community events and celebrations
communication& marketing
- Clear and targeted communication
- ISG mission, values and distinctive strengths
- Community and Alumni engagement
- External relations, outreach and visibility
Financial Sustainability & Advancement
- Long-term financial planning
- Diversification of income
- Fundraising and advancement
- Operational efficiency and strategic investment
Contributing to Our Strategic Work
ISG values the experience, expertise, and perspectives within our community. Parents, staff, students, alumni, and other members of the ISG community may be invited to contribute to Strategic Planning Groups and specific initiatives.
Opportunities to participate will be communicated throughout the school year.