Inside Migrations Learning Unit
The Migrations Unit, one of GVP’s integrated units of study, is now fully underway. Across all forms, students are studying varying aspects of migrations. In this unit, students examine human...
Form Three Explores Native American Culture
The loud, deep pounding of the drums and deep rhythmic chanting from the drum circle welcomed us as we entered the Native American Festival and Pow Wow. As the drums...
Fulbright Scholars Visit GVP
This month, GVP welcomed three educators from around the world who were part of a Fulbright program hosted by Georgia State University. Ja Seng Pan from Myanmar, Thi Lien Bui...
Reflections from Five Years as a GVP Educator
At a recent conference for school leaders, a keynote speaker had attendees reflect upon the impact of our respective communities. “What is the product of your school? What is the...
GVP Founder Suzie Jacobs Volunteers in Math Class
For 13 years, Suzie Jacobs has watched GVP grow and blossom. She is one of the school’s founders. Since 2009, she has contributed to the school’s development. Now, she continues...
From Volunteer to Lead Math Teacher: Caroline Henry Starts a New Journey at GVP
On her first day of work, Caroline Henry realized she already had a special connection to GVP. Ms. Marjorie, Science Teacher, told Ms. Caroline that she used to be her...
Teacher, Older Sibling, Mentor and Motivator: Americorps Service Members Support GVP Students
Notre Dame Mission Volunteers AmeriCorps (NDMVA) is a nationwide federally funded community service program for young adults. At GVP, two AmeriCorps members complete an 11-month service at GVP each year...
Culture in the Classroom
This month, I had the privilege of attending the West African Drum and Dance Camp, hosted by Community Sound. Personally, and at GVP, lifelong learning is a core value. In...
