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Explore the essence of impact through this insightful TEDx talk by Wanny Hersey, an accomplished international school founder, reformer, and leader. Delve into Hersey's extensive 35-year career in education, from her beginnings as a classroom teacher in Vancouver, Canada, to her role as the founding principal of Bullis Charter School. Discover how her leadership transformed the school into a nationally and internationally recognized institution, known for its academic excellence and innovative integration of design thinking, project-based learning, UN Sustainable Development Goals, visual and performing arts, and STEAM education. Learn about Hersey's current position as Chief Academic Director at Yew Chung Education Foundation, overseeing international programs and management in Beijing, Ningbo, Shanghai, and Qingdao. Gain insights from her experiences as a member of the P21 National Speakers Bureau, advisor to the Edleader21 PLC Advisory Board, and education advisor for Reach Capital. This 19-minute talk, delivered in Chinese, offers valuable perspectives on educational leadership and innovation from a globally recognized expert in the field.