The Academy of Global Studies (AGS) at Winton Woods High school, in Cincinnati, Ohio. A beacon of excellence in education, has been acknowledged as a Global, Innovative, Strategic, and Transformative (GIST) School by the Global Educational Community for its unwavering dedication to learner-centered strategies, emotional well-being, systems thinking, and fostering global competencies among its students. As advocates for preparing young minds to thrive in an interconnected world, the Academy for Global Studies has and continues to integrate the pillars that constitute this visionary model. Students involved with the GEC model develop transformational capabilities, such as reflection, creativity, responsibility, and resilience that allows them to be agents of change in their own lives. These opportunities, organized collaboratively with students and educators, engage students with the world and its problems through participation with peers in an online global community.

This partnership signifies a collaborative effort to enhance educational practices further, expand community engagement, and provide new global opportunities to ensure that students have the skills and knowledge needed to excel in an ever-evolving world. The Academy of Global Studies Coordinator Josh Amstutz shares..

“We could not be more ecstatic about this amazing accomplishment due to the hard work of our students, staff, and community.  For the past 13 years, we have dedicated ourselves to promoting global education to provide our students with a one-of-a-kind global schooling opportunity. I am excited to explore the new opportunities that will now exist for our students and staff due to this opportunity with distinction!”