Pressing Matters - Global Connections

It is amazing how easily connected technology wise today we are today. One thing that has become such a part of our lives is our quick ability to connect with others around the world. In these connections we come to learn about others, about their culture, their lives, their challenges and needs. This becomes especially important when you are talking about education. Educating and caring for our children is so very important. Depending on where we are, we  may take access to quality education for granted. Yet some manage to literally reach around the world to make a difference!

Global Connections

IndiaI have written before in this space about a connection to a school in India fostered by my uncle who lived there as a Jesuit priest for most of his life. Though he passed away last year, his dream of building a school in India continues. Efforts continue on behalf of  St. Paul School in Panabir, India.CambodiaI am happy to share another global education story this time through family members Tom and Anne Caramanico. Through their exploration, dedication  and generosity, they have reached out to needy children in Cambodia and built a school there.Anne as a gifted artist continues to work to benefit and raise money for the school. They have created several Youtube videos where you can see the happy faces of the children and see their new school.Pressing Matters VideoHear Anne in her latest video talk about 'Pressing Matters' - how her passion for art and the children's education have intersected. All of  the money raised from the sale of her artwork goes to the school. Inspirational!In both of these schools, students here have connected with children on the other side of the world. They were able to learn so much. They learned of differences but also of ways in which they were the same. New global connections were forged.Learning Team - Related StoryAnne's Website - Donations