Program Highlights The effect and success of Global Classrooms might be best articulated by those involved.
“Secondary social studies teachers are supporting the Model United Nations program in high schools across our district as a way to promote reading, writing and research skills. In addition, students are enhancing their awareness of the larger world, preparing them to be even more competitive in the global marketplace.”
Dennis Holt, Secondary Social Studies Supervisor, School District of Hillsborough County
“…students not only learn real world skills, but put them into practice.”
Judy Hoffman, IB Social Studies Teacher, St. Petersburg High School, Pinellas County
“Global Classrooms: Tampa Bay…has been very successful and I look forward to hearing of continued success in the years to come. Thanks for your continued work on behalf of our community’s youth.”
Pam Iorio, Mayor, City of Tampa
Voices of the students"The Global Classrooms conference was a really great experience, where I learned a lot and got to meet new people."
Amanda Abu-Nab
"Global Classrooms was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to get hands-on experience in Model UN; I'm glad I took that opportunity, because it was so much fun and educational."
Pooja Desai
"The Model UN conference was a very entertaining and educational activity; the activities we did with the Global Classrooms MUN workbook were very helpful. Overall the Global Classrooms conference was an interesting way for me to apply public speaking to current events."
Katalina Millan
"The Global Classrooms conference not only involved students in an educational experience, but it gave us a better understanding of global issues, possible solutions, and the fundamentals of our government and those of the nations around us."
Rachael Silverstein
"I really enjoyed my experience with the Global Classrooms conference. It gave me a better sense of confidence when speaking in front of large groups. I met new friends and I gained a greater understanding of world issues."
Lauren Growney
2009 Conference Summary Congratulations to everyone on a successful 7th Annual Global Classrooms: Tampa Bay Model United Nations Conference! Thanks to the student-delegates and advisors for their hard work and participation. We would also like to express deep appreciation for the conference staff, without whom this conference would not be possible. April 14, 2009 | Marshall Center, University of South Florida
- Over 900 middle school and high school students from Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco County School Districts;
- Hosted at the newly renovated Marshall Center at the University of South Florida;
- Staffed by university volunteers from University of South Florida, University of Tampa, and University of Central Florida;
- Opening Ceremonies remarks from Dr. Barbara Cruz, Professor and Director of the Patel Center for Global Solutions and Mr. Dan Barks, Esq., Blue Star Consortium;
- Global issues discussed include Protection of Nuclear Material, Situation in Israel and Palestine, Right to Primary Education and the Situation in North Korea;
- Sponsored and supported by UNA-USA, UNA-Tampa Bay Chapter, and Mr. Malcolm Taaffe of Gunn Allen Financial.
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