Dr. Mary Dcunha is an accomplished IB educator with over two decades of experience in education, dedicated to nurturing internationally minded learners and fostering educational environments where students thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Holding a Ph.D., M.Phil., M.A., and B.Ed., she has served in a range of leadership positions, including DP Coordinator, MYP Coordinator, Curriculum Coordinator, Head of Department, CAS Coordinator, and TOK Coordinator. Her extensive experience across the IB continuum has provided her with a thorough understanding of IB philosophy, standards and practices, curriculum design, assessment, and the successful implementation of innovative and impactful learning programmes. Throughout her career, Dr. Mary has demonstrated the ability to lead schools through periods of growth, transition, and challenge with resilience, empathy, and strategic vision. She believes that meaningful school improvement is achieved through collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to excellence.

Her leadership style empowers educators to take ownership of their professional growth while fostering a culture of reflective practice, innovation, and continuous learning. She has successfully guided programme implementation, accreditation and evaluation processes, and complex institutional transitions, ensuring that high standards are maintained while keeping the needs of students at the centre of every decision. A strong advocate for student agency, Dr. Mary is passionate about creating learning environments that value student voice, choice, and ownership. She believes that education is most effective when learners are actively engaged in shaping their own learning journeys, developing the confidence, curiosity, and critical-thinking skills needed to thrive in an ever-changing world. Her work is grounded in the belief that academic success and well-being are interconnected, and she strives to create mindful learning experiences that promote both intellectual challenge and emotional balance. Her vision as an educational leader is to build a vibrant learning community where excellence is achieved not only through academic outcomes but also through the development of confident, reflective, and caring individuals who are prepared to make a meaningful difference in the world.