Take Action / School Partnerships
Bring your classroom into the work.
Connect your school to a school in rural Uganda. Run a service-learning project that changes how your students see the world. Build a global citizenship unit grounded in real relationships rather than abstractions.
Choose the depth that fits your year.
From a one-week unit to a year-long classroom-to-classroom partnership, you can build something that works for your students and partner communities.
Classroom-to-Classroom Connection
Pair your class with a class at Buyanga Primary or another partner school. Exchange letters, drawings, short videos, and questions over a semester or full year. This is the most personal and transformative option.
Service-Learning Fundraiser
Run a student-led campaign, such as a goat drive, a read-a-thon, or a market day, with funds going directly to a GVC program you choose. You will receive materials, photos, and student-friendly impact reports.
Global Citizenship Curriculum
A short curriculum unit (3–8 lessons) on global poverty, sustainable development, and the Pay-It-Forward economic model. Includes student materials, a culminating action project, and live video calls with our Uganda team.
Faculty Service Trip
Bring a small faculty cohort or student group on the annual November Uganda trip. GVC customizes segments for your group, including extra school visits, curriculum co-design with Ugandan teachers, and longer immersive stays.
A real partner, not a website.
When you sign on as an educator partner, you get direct access to the Uganda team (Phoebe and Honest) for any questions, video calls, or content needs. Educators have built lessons across all levels, from elementary to AP Capstone and Hebrew school directors.
You can receive customized materials for your grade level, time constraints, and curriculum standards (CCSS, IB, AP, etc.). The goal is to support your teaching and make global citizenship feel as real as math class.
How It Works
From inquiry to your students' first letter back, we walk with you through every step of the journey.
Reach out
Fill out the educator inquiry form. Tell us your grade level, what you'd like to do, and when.
30-minute planning call
Meet to discuss your goals and constraints, then review a customized plan. There is no pressure, and GVC will let you know if it is not a fit.
Materials shipped
You get a digital packet: lesson plans, photos, video introductions from our team, and a contact in our Uganda office.
Project runs
Receive live support during the project, including video calls with students, real-time photo updates, and troubleshooting along the way.
Closing & reflection
End-of-project impact report tailored for your students. A clear "here's what we did, here's what changed" story they can share at home.
"My students went from 'helping kids in Africa' to writing letters to Hellen, who they now know wants to be a doctor. The shift was everything."
Educator feedback we treasureWhat educators usually ask
Is there a cost for the partnership?
There is no fee for the curriculum, materials, or support time. The only investment is whatever your school chooses to raise or donate, and GVC will help you do that successfully too.
What grade levels do you work with?
Partnerships support educators from kindergarten through college. Most materials can be adapted across age groups, with the main difference being in framing and project depth.
Are your lesson plans aligned to standards?
Yes. We tag our materials to Common Core, NGSS, IB, and AP standards where applicable. We can also map to your state-specific or school-specific standards on request.
Can we do a live video call with students in Uganda?
Yes, you can coordinate live video calls between your classroom and partner schools. While the time zone requires some planning (Uganda is 7 to 10 hours ahead of US time zones), GVC makes it work.
Do you work with religious schools or Jewish day schools?
Yes, many existing partners are Jewish day schools and religious schools. Our Uganda work includes the Abayudaya Jewish community, which makes the connection particularly rich for Jewish educators.
What's the minimum class size or commitment?
No minimum class size. The minimum meaningful commitment is one project (2–4 weeks). Anything shorter doesn't give students enough time to internalize the connection.
Build a class your students will remember.
Tell us a little about your school and grade level. We'll respond within one business week with a tailored plan.