The primary goal is for students in the Academy for Global Studies to master the same WI State Standards that all the students at Oshkosh West High School are mastering; however, we are committed to developing additional competencies (both academically and socio-emotionally) that prepare students for fulfilling futures. As we implement our curriculum, the Academy focuses on helping students become global citizens that:
Understand interconnectedness: Recognizing how local actions affect the global community and vice versa.
Demonstrate cultural awareness and empathy: Appreciating diverse perspectives through a willingness to explore others’ experiences and to engage respectfully with people from different backgrounds.
Take action on global issues: Actively participating in addressing challenges that transcend national borders, such as climate change, poverty, or human rights.
Think critically about complex problems: Analyzing information from multiple sources and perspectives to form nuanced views.
Communicate across boundaries: Developing skills to effectively exchange ideas across cultural, linguistic, and ideological differences.
Demonstrate social responsibility: Acting with awareness of how personal choices impact others and the planet.
Pursue lifelong learning: Continuously seeking to understand evolving global issues and diverse viewpoints