Application & Requirements
Requirements
Coursework
Four credits in one world language or evidence of language proficiency at or above Intermediate High on the ACTFL scale.
Four credits in courses with global content. One credit may be one year of a second world language.
Eight Reflections demonstrating cultural literacy
Minimum of four reflections on books
Minimum of one reflection on film
Participation in school wide global activities (Activities that you participated in to expand your global perspective, learn about world cultures, or explore global issues.)
A minimum of twenty hours work on a global service project.
Application Process
Students choosing to work towards the Global Education Achievement Certificate are responsible for all activities and documentation. Students should contact Social Studies and World Language Teachers or Guidance Counselors with questions or concerns. Qualifying seniors must submit documentation of all requirements including the attached documentation “trackers” and eight reflections via Google folder shared with globalscholars@janesville.k12.wi.us. Google folders must be named with “First Name and Last Name, GEAC Application, Graduation Year.” Complete folders must be shared by the last day of 3rd quarter prior to graduation.
