Welcome to Global Perspective Studies!
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GPS is a four-year pathway giving students the opportunity to develop global awareness as well as problem-solving skills by way of coursework, service opportunities, enrichment activities, and a capstone project focusing on global problems. Students who complete the four-year pathway will receive recognition at graduation.
OPENING ASSEMBLY for GPS I-II-III on August 28:
GPS 2018-2019 Opening Assembly Slides
Please watch this page for updates about upcoming events and forms relevant to all four grade levels. Check the SEMINARS tab for grade-level specific information and handouts.
Youth Exchange and Travel Opportunites:
Congress Budestag Youth Exchange
Service Requirement:
For all students beginning with the Class of 2019
This packet contains information about the service requirement for GPS, as well as a service completion form.
Turn in completed forms to Mrs. Malaspino, Mrs. Watson, Mr. Navone, or Mr. Yoder.
GPS I: ALL SESSIONS ARE MANDATORY
Fall Session Schedule:
September 19: Robert Comper, Guppy International. Focus on global trade and developing a global mindset.
October 24: Chris Nelson, Flying Samaritans.
November 14: Design Thinking introduction lesson.
December 5: Small group project/Intro to Design Thinking
Use this form for all sessions with a presentation by a guest speaker. Turn in to your GPS I teacher.
GPS II:
Fall Session Schedule:
September 19-20 RESCHEDULED to October 3-4
November 28-29
Fall Session Schedule:
GPS III:
GPS III Speaker Evaluation Form
Use this form for all sessions with a presentation by a guest speaker. Turn in to Mrs. Malaspino, Mr. Yoder, Mr. Peterson, or Mr. Navone.
September 26: Rich Rider, Rotary Youth Exchange program
Rotary Youth Exchange 2018 Application
Travel As a Force for Peace This is the article that Rich referred to, written by Rick Steves.
November 1: Njeri Thubei, Upendo Foundation IN A209. Note date change from 10/31.
November 28:
GPS IV:
September 5 Opening Meeting, A209
Capstone Due Date and Meeting Schedule
September 19: Advisor Meeting (in classrooms). PROPOSAL PART A due.
October 17: Advisor Meeting (in classrooms). PROPOSAL PART B due.
November 7: Advisor Meeting (in classrooms).
Mentor Agreement Form, NPO Information Form, Annotated Bibliography, and Research Evidence Due.
Annotated Bibliography requirements
Sample Annotated Bib MLA Version 8
December by appointment: Small Group Advisor Meeting. PROPOSAL PART C (action plan) due. Review Project Journal-in progress.
