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The students held the first annual THINK Film Fest. Inspired by Creative Arts teacher and Media Specialist, Lindsay Clark, the students were given an assignment to create a video that was 5 seconds to 5 minutes long. The only requirements were that it had to feature Cuenca and tell a story. They were given the opportunity to make all the decisions. Needless to say, they did a fantastic job. They...

Global Studies teacher Andrew McLean recently asked his students to write 4 "Wow!" moments, 3 learning moments, 2 mind-changing moments, and 1 moment worth learning more about. The following moments come courtesy of TGS student Hannah C.   Are the Galapagos just a tourist trap? WOW #1 His volunteers stand fidgeting in the center of the circle, as we listen intently to Pepo and his story of Floreana’s first families....

TGS Student Potential A short film by Year 1 student Mark S. about THINK Global School and the unique effect on its students.

Global Studies teacher Andrew McLean asks his students to write 4 wow moments, 3 learning moments, 2 mind-changing moments, and 1 moment worth learning more about. Exploring Nature's Bonds WOW #1 I find myself here, reflecting. As ongoing bursts of sharp wind bite and whip at our hair with a Great White's ferocity and the ocean makes haste to greet the light sand and wash over the black rocks, a...

While traveling in the Galapagos, World Literature teacher Irene Krugman asked her students to develop a creative writing essay utilizing elements of magical realism and influence from their time in the islands. Written below you can find Yuan Yuan's response. Fog of the Galapagos A barren path lay before me, as the fog hovered underneath the sliver of moon that could pass as a clipped toenail. The fog crawled towards...

The Galapagos as the TGS Classroom Visiting the Galapagos is a lifetime dream for many around the world. TGS students began the month of October by flying - with permanent smiles and cameras prepped - to the Galapagos islands for two weeks of studies and experiential learning. Spending one week on the island of San Cristobál, classes took place on the property of GAIAS (Galapagos Academic Institute of Arts &...

While it would be an honor to witness the World Wildlife Fund International president speak anywhere, the students had an incredible opportunity to have Yolanda Kakabadse speak directly to them about some of the most pressing issues in conservation. After an hour and a half of beautiful visuals and eye-opening reality, many rushed to Yolanda afterward to show their appreciation for her talk. One grade 9 student said, That was...

History of the Great Wall During Year 1 Term 3 of THINK Global School's sessions, the students, faculty, and staff visited one of the most remote areas of the Great Wall of China with expert William Lindesay. On this multi-day journey, they discussed China's history and the creation of the wall, all while experiencing the world-famous landmark in a way very few get the opportunity to. Travel alongside TGS...

Upon returning from the Amazon, global studies teacher Andrew McLean instructed his students to write creatively on their experience in Yasuni National Forest. This is a response from 10th grader Bailey D. I CAST MY EYES over the tumbling, brown river and up into the treetops; a mass of green that never ends. Wind pushes hair past my face in long streams, placing a brown veil across the world. The...

TGS Tiputini Trip In the student production "Traveling to the middle of the Ecuadorian Amazon," Grade 10 student Willem B. documents a long journey into the rainforest and the adventures that happen within. This weXplore trip to Tiputini Biodiversity Station placed their studies in a remote area of the Ecuadorian Amazon. It was a long trip inland, but a learning experience unto itself. Between informative hikes and lectures on...