This year’s conference centers around the transformative theme of “Unlearning,” challenging educators to set aside outdated methodologies, implicit biases, and traditional teaching paradigms to make room for modern, student-centered practices fit for a rapidly evolving world.

As technology, artificial intelligence, and global dynamics reshape learning environments, the role of the educator is undergoing a fundamental shift. TeachConx will explore how letting go of legacy habits can foster deeper critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability in the classroom.

Throughout the two-day event, attendees will participate in practical breakout sessions focused on modern assessment, digital integration, student agency, and inclusive learning environments. Renowned educational leaders will deliver insightful keynote addresses examining the psychology and necessity of pedagogical unlearning, while structured networking opportunities will enable educators to exchange ideas, address shared challenges, and discover innovative strategies.

“Education is no longer just about accumulating knowledge; it’s about adaptability,” said Shefali Jhaveri, Head of Learning at Canadian International School, Bangalore. “To prepare our students for an unpredictable future, educators must first be willing to question long-held assumptions and unlearn habits that no longer serve today’s learners. TeachConX provides the ideal platform for educators to collaborate, reflect, and innovate together.”

TeachConx invites teachers, administrators, and educational practitioners across all disciplines to join this transformative gathering at the Canadian International School campus in Yelahanka, Bangalore, on October 29 and 30. Further information and registration details are available online at https://www.canadianinternationalschool.com/teachconx.

A crowd of over 1,500 enthusiastic parents, school leaders, and sports fans filled the grounds, creating an electric atmosphere as they cheered on the next generation of endurance athletes. Participants from Goa, West Bengal, and the US came to Bangalore to take part in this momentous event. Designed to promote fitness, resilience, and sportsmanship, the event provided young competitors with a professional triathlon experience tailored to their age categories.

The event marked a historic milestone as the Ironkids Triathlon format made its official debut on Indian soil. A massive turnout of over 500 young athletes aged 6 to 16 competed across tailored age divisions, taking on the triple discipline challenge of swimming, cycling, and running.

First-time triathlete Akirra “felt proud of herself for taking part in Ironkids, despite finding the swimming event the most challenging”. She learned new skills for future triathlons, such as “to keep a steady pace because that helps you save your breath for the next part of the race.”

Throughout each leg, the participants tested their agility, endurance, and transition strategy while an electric atmosphere filled the venue, with more than 1,500 spectators lining the courses to cheer them on all the way to the finish line chute.

“Watching these young boys and girls tackle each leg of the course with such determination and sportsmanship has been nothing short of inspiring,” said Shweta Sastri, Managing Director of Canadian International School, Bangalore. “Ironkids is about building confidence, encouraging active lifestyles, and proving to young people that they are capable of extraordinary things. Today, every child who crossed that finish line proved themselves to be a champion.”

The state-of-the-art sports facilities at Canadian International School provided the perfect venue for the multi-sport event, ensuring world-class safety protocols, swift transitions between legs, and seamless viewing access for family and supporters.

Following the final age-group races, participants were celebrated in a grand finish-line ceremony where every finisher received a commemorative Ironkids medal to celebrate their accomplishment.

Bangalore, July 02, 2026: Canadian International School (CIS), Bangalore, has officially announced that it will host the country’s first-ever IronKids Triathlon on August 09, 2026, as part of the globally celebrated IRONMAN® legacy and India’s first triathlon experience designed exclusively for young athletes, ushering in a new era for youth fitness and multisport competition in the region.

Designed to foster a love for physical fitness, resilience, and healthy competition, the triathlon is open to children between the ages of 6 and 16. It will be a non-competitive event with Triathlon, aquathlon and run only segments. For young athletes looking for a classic multi-sport experience, the triathlon combines swimming, cycling, and running into one continuous event. It’s a wonderful way to build endurance and transition skills.

To ensure that the event is inclusive yet appropriately challenging for all growth stages, the triathlon features three distinct age-appropriate categories spanning swimming, cycling, and running. This progressive structure allows children to build confidence and endurance in an inspiring environment where sport and community come together.

Shweta Sastri, Managing Director, Canadian International School, said, “We are incredibly proud to pioneer the very first IronKids Triathlon in India. At CIS, we believe in well-rounded development, and sports play a massive role in building character, grit, and determination. This event isn’t just about winning; it’s about providing a safe, world-class platform for kids of all athletic abilities across Bangalore and India to challenge themselves, stay active, and cross a historic finish line.”

Canadian International School will support all the infrastructure necessary for both pre-event activities and race-day experiences.  The event will take place entirely within and around the state-of-the-art campus of Canadian International School in Yelahanka, Bangalore. CIS is equipped with a short-course swimming pool, secure cycling routes, and dedicated running tracks, ensuring the highest standards of safety, medical supervision, and race tracking for every participant.

As the first school in Bangalore to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP), CIS is also proud to celebrate 26 years of delivering the IBDP, a programme that has shaped generations of global-minded learners. The anniversary reunion will honour this legacy while reconnecting alumni from around the world – representing dozens of nationalities, professions, and life journeys.

The event will feature campus tours along with scavenger hunts, a trivia challenge reflecting on the past 30 years of excellence in education and more activities celebrating CIS’s evolution from its founding to its status today as one of India’s leading international schools. Alumni will have the opportunity to reconnect with former teachers and classmates, and experience the school’s continued commitment to Nurture, Challenge, Empower—values that have guided its mission for three decades.

“This reunion is far more than a celebration—it is a homecoming for thousands of students who have carried the CIS spirit across continents,” said Ms. Anjana Sastri, Head of Strategic Initiatives at Canadian International School, Bangalore. “As we mark 30 years, we are honoured to welcome our alumni back to the place where their international journeys began.”

The school will also highlight key milestones from its 30-year history, including the development of its lakeside campus, innovation in academic and co-curricular programmes, and its long-standing commitment to international-mindedness, sustainability, and whole-child development.

The event will be held on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at the Canadian International School, Yelahanka, Bangalore.  CIS alumni from all graduating years, former faculty are invited to register and attend this celebration that honours the past, embraces the present, and looks ahead to an exciting future.