Global Cities, Inc.

Global Cities, a program of @BloombergDotOrg, uses #virtualexchange education to connect 12K+ Global Scholars worldwide for city solutions & global perspectives

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

✨Introducing the Global Scholars Alumni Network ✨

Last month, alongside #CityLabMadrid we welcomed representative alumni from 9 cities across 7 countries for the inaugural Global Scholars Alumni Convening—and the launch of a new global community.

➡️https://t.co/ShwirQfBH3

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

📣 Announcing the 2026-27 Global Scholars curriculum: World of Water! 💦
Starting in September, classes around the world will consider the role of water in their lives, cities & the world, and brainstorm solutions to providing clean, safe water for all 🌱https://t.co/OTu3J31KnA

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

As we close out the month, we're still energized by the launch of the Global Scholars Alumni Network! 🌎🎇

Here's a look back at an unforgettable gathering and the beginning of something new.

https://t.co/ShwirQfBH3

#GlobalScholars #YouthLeadership #virtualexchange

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

From Insight to Impact 🌍✨🌱

After exploring sustainability and waste reduction through Global Scholars, 6th graders in New Haven turned their learning into action.

When young people are given the opportunity to lead, meaningful change can follow.

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

🧑‍🏫New free resource on @sharemylesson🌎
Connecting Classrooms Across the Globe: A Guide to #VirtualExchange

Learn strategies for creating meaningful student-to-student exchanges through discussion boards, video conversations, and more.
https://t.co/JPezAwvV3L...

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

“We believe small actions can create big change.” 🌍✨

In the Global Scholars e-classroom, students are turning ideas into action. This message from a class in Astana is simple but powerful: small everyday choices can create meaningful change.

#youthengagement

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

We asked alumni of the Global Scholars program to describe how they felt about the classroom teacher who had led them in international #virtualexchange. These eloquent students were *almost* at a loss for words. (Read the hearts!) ❤️ ❤️ ❤️ #respect #TeacherAppreciationWeek2026

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

A special thank you to @ColumbiaSIPA Professor Ester Fuchs for joining our inaugural Global Scholars Alumni Convening last week in Madrid and for her remarks inspiring young people to get INVOLVED in participatory design and urban planning! 🗣️🏙️🌳🌳🌳

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

This week in Madrid, alongside @CityLab, Global Cities welcomed Global Scholars alumni from 7 countries. Their focus: youth voices in sustainable urban design. Their new platform: the Global Scholars Alumni Network! Stay tuned for #collaboration on global challenges ✨🚀✨

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Congratulations to Jermaine Dawson on his appointment as the new CEO of @BaltCitySchools! We have had the luck of partnering with Dr. Dawson in Birmingham & in Duval County, as he expanded global learning for thousands of lucky students. Thrilled for him and for Baltimore! ✨✨✨

[The Baltimore Sun @baltimoresun]

Jermaine Dawson will be the next CEO of Baltimore City Schools.

Dawson spoke at a board meeting Monday morning about how excited he was to take the mantle from previous CEO Dr. Sonja Santelises, whose contract ends on June 30.

A native of Atlanta, Dawson currently serves as the deputy superintendent of Academic Services at The School District of Philadelphia, overseeing curriculum, instruction, student support services and special education/diverse learners.

Before taking over his current position in Philadelphia, Dawson served as Chief Academic Officer for Birmingham City Schools from 2020 to 2023, bringing the district out of the pandemic. During his time there, 67% of schools were removed from the federal failing schools list because of improvement.

He is also listed as one of the Top 100 Influencers in Education in the nation by District Administration, the most widely read media brand for K-12 educators.

Read more: https://t.co/inOks47W16

🎥: Baltimore City Schools

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

In a world of divisions, consider what unites us. Tea, for instance. ☕☕☕ Here's a great conversation starter in the international e-classroom, from Global Scholars students in #Astana. #globalknowledge #foodcitiesfuture

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Listening to chocolate in New Haven: “When we know how much work and how many steps our ordinary food goes through every day, we are more aware of what we are wasting” – great job, Global Scholars #foodcitiesfuture #globalknowledge

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

One young person’s idea can make a difference. Just ask the birds of Hoboken NJ! #globalscholarstakeaction #natureandourcities https://t.co/4HKnYOEAZj

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Classrooms thrive when students explore the world with empathy, purpose, and meaning.

Through the Global Cities Educator Workshop Series, teachers are building practical strategies to bring global learning into their classrooms.

Learn more: https://t.co/hsujjRUZ1A

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Our thanks to the team at Harvard’s @Digi_Thriving for leading a Global Cities staff brainstorm on #AI. How can we live our values as we harness new technology? It was eye-opening to discuss what feels “total fine” and what “crosses a line.” Great #PD. https://t.co/s9UeFpT3V9

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Sure we’re a digital program, but we ❤️💙💚colored pens, origami, and an old-fashioned walk around the neighborhood. Great job with your community food guide, Global Scholars in Paris! #pbl #foodcitiesfuture

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

“If we don’t prepare them for what’s next, then really – what are we doing in school?” Nicola Labas, School Principal, San Diego CA. See how Global Scholars prepares graduates who can collaborate, brainstorm solutions, get involved. #civiclearningweek #globalcompetency

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

What does a Community Food Guide have to do with #culturalunderstanding?
✅ Observing culture in one’s own city
✅ Seeing connections between culture & food
✅ Presenting your city’s food culture to peers around the world!
Great job, Global Scholars in #Mumbai. #foodcitiesfuture

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

Global Scholars in #Kostanay, Kazakhstan shared a food map of their neighborhood with international peers. They noted food sources they saw and one that might be missing. Could there be a community garden in Kostanay’s future…? #foodcitiesfuture ⋆.ೃ࿔* :･🌱⋆.ೃ࿔* :･

[Global Cities, Inc. @GlobalCitiesOrg]

If global learning has been on your “someday” list, this is a practical first step.

Global Ed Lab Virtual Exchange Meet-Up
Register: https://t.co/hsujjRUZ1A

Let your classroom be a place where global dialogue begins.