Focusing on world-class performance, the Global Studies and World Languages Academy will prepare students for global citizenship by providing opportunities to develop the intellectual skills needed to make global connections among all disciplines. The Academy functions as a school-within-a-school and offers students the opportunity to embrace an academic curriculum that will prepare them for an interconnected world and global economy. The Academy will offer rigorous academic curricula with geography integrated into the subject matter of every course. Three major themes will also be embedded throughout the curricula: global issues, global systems, and global cultures. The study of two world languages will be required for all Academy students. Credits earned during middle school apply toward the requirement of four credits for one language and two credits for the second language. Students will choose from the current language offerings of Arabic, French, German, Japanese, Latin, Mandarin Chinese, Russian, or Spanish. The Academy prepares students for post-secondary education and provides opportunities to investigate international job market trends and explore international careers. Career success in fields such as business, government, banking, and media and communications will require global knowledge and proficiency in world languages. Students may tailor their program of study to earn either a Standard Diploma or an Advanced Studies Diploma.

The Global Studies and World Languages Curriculum
Students will experience an academic program specifically designed with a global studies focus. The curriculum focuses on three major themes: Global Issues, Global Systems, and Global Cultures with geography infused throughout. World language studies will form an integral part of the program. Chinese and Arabic are two of our newest language offerings.

Other unique course opportunities linked to a comprehensive program of global studies include:

• advanced coursework in English, math, social studies, and science integrated with three global themes;
• seminar courses that utilize current non-fiction dealing with complex global issues;
• studies in international careers and job shadowing;
• studies in global economics and international trade and business;
• a senior project dealing with in-depth study of a global culture and global issue of concern utilizing community resources and educational travel;
• portfolio development documenting the “Journey to Becoming a Global Citizen;”
• community service and cultural experiences;
• class fieldtrips aligned with course objectives;
• opportunities for worldwide communications through partnerships and video-conferencing;
• electives in practical and fine arts including Global Communications Technology, International Cultures and Cuisine, and Introduction to Asian Arts;
• an after-school program with world language immersion cafés, Rosetta Stone language software, and a Global Studies Society.

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