Our Story
Menendez International Education Consulting was founded in 2014 by Marco Vicente Menéndez, a leading educator with a diverse background in early childhood, primary, secondary, and higher education. Marco has 30 years experience teaching and leading in public, independent, and international schools around the world.
Throughout his career, Marco was driven by a strong passion for learning, a commitment to equity and social justice, and a desire to gain experience in diverse educational settings. This led him to learn four languages and immerse himself in the study of curriculum frameworks, cognitive science, brain research, and research-based instructional practices. Meanwhile, he had the privilege of serving students from early childhood to higher education, both domestically and internationally, in a wide range of educational contexts, including public and independent schools, large and small populations, affluent and socioeconomically disadvantaged communities, and suburban and urban environments.
These diverse experiences enabled him to understand the unique needs of students at different age levels and how best to support teachers across grade levels. As a leader, he spearheaded the development of programs, policies, initiatives, and resources, and secured funding for schools. He has also led long term strategic planning efforts, facilitated large-scale engagement processes, and coordinated educational facilities construction projects. In addition, he has facilitated professional learning workshops, courses, and seminars in implementing innovative practices such as the STEAM framework, project-based learning, equity literacy, culturally responsive teaching, and multi-tiered systems of support.
Since its inception, Menendez International Education Consulting has led new start-up schools in China, Europe, and the US, guiding them through curriculum development, professional learning for teachers and staff, accreditation processes, technology integration, policy development, resource allocation, and community engagement. Currently, MIEC serves public and independent schools worldwide in learning and implementing research-based educational practices based on the findings and recommendations of the top educational research institutions from around the world.
Our Values
Foster Student Agency
We know that students learn best when they want to learn. Our goal is to foster a growth mindset and self management habits that enable students to take ownership of their own learning and success.
Engage ALL Stakeholders
We share the belief enshrined the the ancient African proverb "It takes a village to raise a child". To that end, we strive to create inclusive and collaborative communities that build collective efficacy for students' learning.
Promote Global Citizenship
We see our world as one place in which we all are connected and share common challenges and collective opportunities. We encourage all learners to use a lens of equity and justice to endeavor to make a positive contribution for global posterity.
Guide Adaptability for the Future
We recognize that the best way to prepare for an unpredictable future is by helping students develop skills, habits, and mindsets that empower them to adapt to meet the challenges and seize the opportunities of the times.
Inspire Lifelong Learning
We understand that learning is not a destination or a product. Learning is a journey and a process that is about improving ourselves and our community. We hope to inspire all learners to continue this journey and process throughout their lives.
