Beginning with the Class of 2022, New Albany HS students will be able to earn a graduation honor with a world focus: The Global Scholars Diploma (GSD). NAHS has partnered with the Columbus Council on World Affairs and numerous other schools around Central Ohio to offer this program.
In order to earn this distinction, students must complete 3 levels:
Year 1 (10th Grade): GSD Action Club
Students attend four field trips throughout the year and complete a reflection activity after the event.
Year 2 (11th Grade): GSD Online Course
Students complete an online course throughout the year, learning about various cultures from around the world.
Students earn a ½ Social Studies elective credit.
This is a blended course and all work will be completed outside the classroom.
Students attend four field trips throughout the year and attend required follow up sessions.
Year 3 (12th Grade): GSD Take Action Project
Students have the option to complete the Take Action Project (TAP) in conjunction with their Senior Seminar Project, or as a standalone project. Students who choose to complete their TAPas their Senior Seminar project will follow the GSD Standards.
All Take Action Projects will have a central theme that can be explored from both a global and local perspective.
In late March, Year 3 students will submit a portfolio of their work to the GSD Council for final approval. Students who Meet or Exceed project expectations are invited to attend the End of Year graduation celebration, where they will display their project along with other Central Ohio Global Scholars. Year 1 and 2 students will also attend this event, and will gain insight into the TAP from the new Global Scholars Graduates.
