Leadership
HOS Welcome Message 2025-2026
Choosing the right school for your child is a significant and heartfelt decision for every family. At Concordia International School Shanghai, we understand the importance of finding a school that shares your values and prioritizes your child’s well-being.
At Concordia, we view every student as a unique gift from God, deserving of love, care, and respect. We are a school of love and care, committed to nurturing each child fully.
Our community is built on a culture of relationships and connection, which lies at the heart of the Concordia experience. We cultivate a collaborative and supportive learning environment that empowers students to become creative problem-solvers and compassionate members of the global community.
Concordia offers a comprehensive and rigorous program spanning academics, athletics, creative arts, extracurricular activities, and service. We believe in high expectations and encourage our students to work hard and bring joy in all they do.
Our dedicated teachers care deeply for their students, inspiring academic excellence and growth in every facet of life. Families choose Concordia not only for a quality education but also for the sense of belonging, purpose, and community that we cultivate together.
As you consider this important decision, we invite you to explore our excellent academic programs and vibrant extracurricular opportunities. We look forward to welcoming your family into the Concordia community and partnering with you on this educational journey.
Dr. Eric Semler
Head of School
Concordia International School Shanghai
Decision Making
We are intentional about enhancing the student experience and our three-fold, decision-making filter highlights that commitment. When making a decision we ask these questions, in this order:
1. What's best for students?
2. What's best for the organization?
3. What's best for the individual?
Our stakeholders also play an important role in what decisions we should be making at the school. We consider everyone in the Concordia community to be stakeholders, from students and teachers to our parents, administration, and Board.
Leadership Team
Our leadership structure focuses on collaboration between experienced leaders from different backgrounds and experiences. This collaboration allows for a powerful dynamic where individual voices are shared and discussed to determine what is best for our students, our school, and our community.
Dr. Eric Semler
Head of School
Mr. Curt Larson
Assistant Head of School - Finance & Operations
Dr. Dee Priester
Assistant Head of School - Finance & Operations
Ms. Shannon Keane
Early Childhood Principal
Ms. Dawn De Koker
Elementary School Principal
Ms. Jessy Villafane
Middle School Principal
Ms. Laura Berntson
High School Principal
Ms. Katina Seymour
Elementary School Assistant Principal
Mr. Travis Coverdell
Middle School Assistant Principal
Mr. Everett Hill
High School Assistant Principal
Mr. Matt MacInnes
Director of Activities & Sport
Ms. Regina Hur
Director of Enrollment Management
Ms. Tina Wang
Director of Finance
Ms. Tanya Wu
Director of Human Resources and Government Relations
Ms. Jenny Yuhong Tang
Director of Mandarin
Ms. Viennette Ding
Director of Marketing & Advancement
Mr. Tim Winterstein
Director of Operations
Dr. Christopher Mizel
Director of Spiritual Life & Identity
Ms. Summer Yu
Director of Student Activities
Dr. Alice Nie
Director of Student Support Services
Mr. Nicco Xu
Interim Director of Technology
The Concordia Board
Concordia’s Board is made up of industry experts and community leaders who support and promote the school’s development and growth. The board establishes the mission of Concordia and sets policies to ensure high standards and fiscal stability. The board entrusts the educational program and business matters to Concordia’s administration, faculty, and staff.
- Josefina Shen (USA)President Finance Committee
- Robert Treme (USA)Vice President Governance Committee
- Eric Semler (USA)Chairman Finance Committee Governance Committee Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
- Peter Ng (Hong Kong, China)Finance Committee
- Nancy Qian (USA)Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
- Douglas Sung (Hong Kong, China)Finance Committee
- Shameen Prashantham (UK)Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
- Siao Eung Ly (USA)Secretary Governance Committee
- Ran Wu (USA)Governance Committee
- Doug Grove (USA)Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
- Steve Lee (Hong Kong, China)Finance Committee Strategic Initiatives & Planning Committee
2025 - 2026 Concordia Staff Directory