2026 International ACAC Conference Session Proposal Form

February 12, 2026

Breaking the "Checklist" Mentality: Reclaiming Authenticity, Purpose, and Impact in a "Pay to Play" World

Thursday, July 16, 2026 at 11:00 AM–12:00 PM EDT

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Lead Presenter

Ruby Bhattacharya, Barnard College

Additional Presenters

Kristen Pantazes, University of Pennsylvania

Ayush Periwal, Jayshree Periwal International School

Frances Zhang, WLSA Shanghai Academy

Wilson Lee, Singapore American School

Christopher Payne, Collingwood School