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Rene Oliver

Senior Leadership Team member and Counsellor

The English Modern School Al Khor

My name is Rene' Ruth Oliver-De Gee. I am currently on the Senior Leadership Team and also a School Counsellor at The English Modern School Al Khor. My education journey began with my first bachelor's degree in Administration. I worked in a school founded by my father in South Africa for many years. I taught in the school and worked in administration for several years. I led the youth department of up to 300 middle and high school students for more than 15 years. I was involved in public speaking and had the opportunity to travel abroad. I returned to studies just before turning 40 years old and completed my Post Graduate Certificate in Education Cum Laude as well as my Honours in Psychology. I have interpersonal skills and am passionate about education and psychology. I believe in genuinely listening to students and people intently, understanding them and building a rapport with individuals to see them succeed. I have seen success in my field using these strategies. I believe that this approach is lacking in education and my goal is to advocate for these ideals. I am a mother to two young adult daughters who have also been a practical learning experience for me. I believe that overall wellbeing is essential to individual success.

SPEAKER SESSIONS

12 November, 2024 | 15:30 to 15:50
The Art of Listening

This presentation will focus on the importance of listening and how this impacts building rapport to guide students and staff to organisational success.