With their graduation approaching, Class of 2024 Student Keetah B. shares their insights on the tight-knit community at THINK Global School and how the TGS educational model resonates with them, fostering personal growth and self-affirmation. ✨ 1) How has being part of a diverse and international community influenced your understanding of different cultures and perspectives? Prior to TGS, I had already been surrounded by international communities. I'm a third-culture kid,...
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David joined THINK Global School during the 2022-23 school year, and has attended terms in Botswana, India, South Korea, Greece, Bosnia & Herzegovina, and India during his time as a student. A big thank you to David for sharing the following insights and photos from his TGS journey! Embarking on the TGS journey is a life-changing experience. My advice? Bring your whole self along. Embrace the challenges, and let every...
Read MoreSenior Spotlight: Dhruv Goel Discusses His TGS Journey and Entrepreneurial Aspirations
Hi Dhruv, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I was born in a small town in India and spent my life before TGS growing up in Lesotho, Botswana, India, and Zambia. Two years into my TGS journey, I now find it slightly ironic that I decided to apply amidst the chaos of COVID-19. I grew up as a curious child, constantly questioning why things are the way they...
Read More1) Hi Mehdia, can you tell us a bit about yourself? Hi, I'm a space enthusiast, and to be honest, I think that's my entire personality. I'm a TGS-er and the founder of Afghan Youth Empowerment Camps. I was born and raised in Kabul, Afghanistan, and left my country for the first time in 2021 to attend THINK Global School in Botswana. The idea of freedom of choice in education...
Read MoreHi Methini, can you tell us more about yourself? My name is Methini G. I was born and raised in a small town called Thanjavur, located in South India. In my society, people expect a girl my age to finish school and college in her nearby village, get married, give birth, and serve her family. It is not the expectation to go beyond that in life. I have always wanted...
Read MoreHi Guillermo, can you tell us a bit about yourself? I grew up in the Canary Islands, Spain, but I have traveled around the world over the last three years with THINK Global School. Some of my main interests are fashion, graphic design, and photography. I love to spend time with my friends and discover new coffee shops as I travel and study. I am also very passionate about the...
Read MoreHi Sofia, can you tell us a little bit about yourself? I was born in Venezuela, but I moved to France when I was 6. I grew up in a small town in the Alps, so I spent a lot of time outdoors hiking, skiing, or biking. I still love being outside and the adventures that often emerge from that. But, I also enjoy a calm day with a good...
Read MoreThis spring, with travel to Greece not an option due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our CM1 students shifted to online learning to close out the school year. All students participated in a project-based learning module titled "Creativity in the Time of COVID-19," which called on them to answer the following driving question: How might I grow my creativity during the COVID-19 crisis through exploring the science of creativity and innovation and...
Read MoreHi Liam! Can you tell us more about yourself. I live in New York City, but growing up, I spent my time both upstate in a small town while also attending school in the city. I went to an arts-based school where I found a love for dance and pottery. Even today, I love to create things with my hands, and when not creating things, I always have something to...
Read MoreYou can find more spotlights like Gigi’s on The Chameleon, a website aimed at connecting our community with the outside world through a variety of student-created content. Hi Gigi! Can you tell us more about yourself My name is Gigi E., short for Angelina. I was born in the Bay Area, California. When I turned seven years old, my family decided to move to the Philippines, and we’ve been here...
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