NAIS Global Webinar Series: Insights from the NAIS and IGL Global Engagement Report and School Models

In this session from the 2025-2026 NAIS Global Webinar and Meetup Series, discover the latest findings on how independent schools are teaching students to connect with the world. Join us for this presentation on the most recent Global Engagement Report, a partnership between NAIS and the Institute for Global Learning (formerly GEBG). Learn about trends in multiple dimensions of global education, including its purpose, curriculum requirements and offerings, administration, travel programs, and funding and budget. Emerge with fresh insights into how your school can embrace and innovate in global education to help students become well-rounded global citizens. Explore highlights of a school model of global and experiential education.
 
Presenters:

• Brian Gonzales, NAIS global ambassador and director of innovation and experiential education, University Prep School (WA)
• Clare Sisisky, executive director, Institute for Global Learning (formerly GEBG) 
• Ioana Wheeler, senior director of global initiatives, NAIS