New from Globalize DC:
GLOBAL ALERT FOR DC EDUCATORS/STUDENTS
September 16, 2020
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Happy New (School) Year! This is such a strange and challenging time. I hope you are safe and healthy, and living life as well as can be expected.
Again this year, Globalize DC will be sending out Global Alerts to share (mostly) fully funded global education and study abroad opportunities open to DC public school students, educators, and schools. We hope you will take advantage!
Even though we live in uncertain times, most program organizers are thankfully moving forward with plans for next year, including study abroad, and are beginning to make their application announcements. It is our recommendation that you push forward and apply for programs that interest you. Be assured that programs will be cancelled, postponed, or adapted if conditions remain unsafe. So our advice is to go for it!
The next few months will be the busy season for some of the most exciting programs available, many funded by the US government. These are life-changers - and free! Please take a look - and pass this information along to any students or teachers who might be interested or could benefit.
During this time of virtual learning, we are particularly reliant on you to help us spread the word to people you think may have an interest in these global learning opportunities. Anyone can sign up for this free Global Alert, so please SHARE SHARE SHARE within your networks! Thank you and stay safe!
Sally Schwartz, Executive Director |
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*** OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHERS ***
National Museum of African Art - Discover Ethiopia in the DMV Educator Workshop
Program Date: Thursday, Sept 17, 2020, 4:00-6:30 pm
In connection with the museum's current exhibit, Heroes: Principles of African Greatness, Africa Access presents "Discover Ethiopia in the DMV," a professional development workshop for K-12 educators. The workshop will feature resources that highlight experiences and insights on Ethiopia.
For more information and to register, click here.
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ANNOUNCING A NEW STUDENT PROGRAM FROM GLOBALIZE DC
Japanese Tamago - Online Program
Program Dates: SY20-21, beginning mid-October
Info Session: Wed, Sept 23, 5-6 pm
Here's a new opportunity for DC students who love Japan. Due to COVID-19, Globalize DC has suspended its regular afterschool Japanese language, culture, and career exposure program, Japanese Plus. Instead, we are offering a new free online program - also for DC high school students. This program will offer introductory Japanese language, as well as cultural lessons and special guest visitors. The program meets once a week for two hours, beginning mid-October. We will accept up to 30 students. Applicants must be currently enrolled in a DCPS or DC charter high school, and committed to full participation in our weekly meetings.
For further information and to apply, click HERE. An information session will be held Wed, September 23, 5-6 pm. Email sally@globalizedc.org if you wish to be invited.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCHOOLS
TABLE FOR TWO - #Onigiri Action 2020
Program Dates: Oct 1- 31, 2020
TABLE FOR TWO (TFT), a global nonprofit with roots in Japan, addresses the related issues of hunger and obesity through a unique "meal-sharing" program that connects healthy eating with food donations to children in need. This fall, TFT will once again sponsor its #OnigiriAction Campaign. Schools are encouraged to take part in this fun, educational, and yummy service activity, featuring the popular Japanese food "onigiri" (rice ball). Students make, decorate, and eat rice balls, and then post pictures of their onigiri enjoyment on the TFT website. Each onigiri photo post brings 5 school meals to children in need. This is a great classroom or school-wide activity that integrates health, culture, art, and community service. The campaign will run October 1-31, 2020.
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Global Classrooms DC
Program Dates: SY2020-21
Global Classrooms DC (GCDC) is the flagship global education program of the United Nations Association of the National Capital Area (UNA-NCA). The program strives to create the global citizens of tomorrow by working with students from grades 5 to 12 and equipping them with the necessary tools and skills to be able to debate and discuss UN-related issues. GCDC provides an engaging curriculum centered on debate-style mini Model UN simulations. The program hosts two Model UN Conferences during the school year, as well as engagements with UN agencies and international affairs experts. GCDC curriculum, materials, and programming will be available virtually for online teaching. GCDC participation is offered at no cost to DC classrooms.
Teachers are encouraged to learn more about this program and register, click HERE. Any questions, email gcdc@unanca.org or call 202-223-6092.
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OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS
SPICE: Reischauer Scholars Program (RSP)
Program Dates: Feb-June, 2021
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2020
This is a highly prestigious online course for high school students offered by Stanford University's Stanford Program on International and Cross-Cultural Education (SPICE) and the Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies (FSI). The RSP will select 25-30 exceptional students from across the US to engage in intensive study of Japan, with a special focus on the US-Japan relationship. Students hear from experts in the field, and interact with Japanese high school students. Students must attend 10 "virtual classes," complete weekly assignments, an independent research project, and community presentations. Those who complete the course will earn Stanford Continuing Studies Program (CSP) credit and a Certificate of Completion from SPICE, Stanford University. Tuition is $400, but tuition waivers are available.
For more information and to apply, visit the RSP website.
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SPICE: Sejong Korean Scholars Program (SKSP)
Program Dates: February-June 2021
Application Deadline: Oct 16, 2020
The Sejong Korea Scholars Program (SKSP) is an intensive online course for high school students, sponsored by the Stanford Program on International and Cross-Cultural Education (SPICE). The SKSP annually selects 15-20 exceptional high school students from throughout the US. Designed as a college-level overview of Korean history and culture, this course allows serious students to engage in guided study of Korea directly with leading scholars, former diplomats, and other experts. Tuition for the programis $1,000, but financial aid is available.
To learn more and to apply click here.
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National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y)
Program Dates: Summer 2021 and 2021-22 School Year
Application Deadline: November 5, 2020
This is a HUGE opportunity for high school students who want to stand out in the crowd!! The National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y) is the US State Department funded program which provides American high school students with opportunities to study less commonly taught critical languages in overseas academic settings for free. Full merit-based scholarships are available to study overseas for summer (6-8 weeks long) and academic year programs in Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), Hindi, Indonesian, Korean, Persian (Tajiki), Russian, and Turkish. School-year (including gap year) programs are also available. NSLI-Y Scholars participate in intensive language classes, home stays, cultural experiences, and volunteer projects. These are EXCELLENT opportunities for students to get started on learning a critical language that will be extremely useful in their future college and career plans. Applicants must be US citizens, with at least a 2.5 GPA, and 15-18 years of age at the start of the program. Previous language study is not required.
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Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES Abroad) Program
Program Dates: 2021-22 School Year
Application Deadline: Dec 8, 2020
The Kennedy-Lugar YES Abroad Program, sponsored by the US State Department, offers American high school students and recent graduates full merit-based scholarships to live and study for one academic year in countries of strategic importance. For SY2020-21, students may live in one of the following countries: Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Egypt, Ghana, India, Indonesia, Jordan, Malaysia, Morocco, North Macedonia, the Philippines, Senegal, Thailand, and Turkey. The program includes home stay and high school experiences that are intended to increase mutual understanding between American youth and young people abroad, and to deepen appreciation for religious diversity. Participants also gain valuable immersion in a less commonly taught language. Applicants must be US citizens, 15-18 years of age, and in high school at the time of application.
For additional information and to apply online, go to www.yes-abroad.org. Questions? Contact yesabroad@afsusa.org or 800-237-4636 x2151.
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If you have questions or wish to pass along other global opportunities to us so that we can share with others, please contact:
Sally Schwartz
Executive Director, Globalize DC
sally@globalizedc.org
202-251-1692
Please support our work by making a secure, tax-deductible contribution to Globalize DC at our website at http://www.globalizedc.org/get-involved/donate/form/. We greatly need and appreciate donations in any amount.
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