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CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Children's Education in Legon
Despite major advances in Ghana’s educational system, inequity still exists among students, with gender, geography (rural vs. city), and income levels all determining factors. Global organizations and innovative NGOs level the playing field by working to create better access to Ghanaian schools for all children and a more well-rounded, child-friendly learning environment once they get there. In...
Despite major advances in Ghana’s educational system, inequity still exists among students, with gender, geography (rural vs. city), and income levels all determining factors. Global organizations and innovative NGOs level the playing field by working to create better access to Ghanaian schools for all children and a more well-rounded, child-friendly learning environment once they get there. In this Service & Leadership program, you’ll work with one of CIEE’s partner NGOs providing educational enrichment to at-risk children and youth aged 4 to 15. As a teacher’s helper, you’ll wear many hats! You might be placed in a preschool setting, a primary school, or a sports and vocational program for out-of-school teens. You might be asked to assist with basic math, science, and English lessons,...
Program Highlights
Make bead jewelry and weave baskets with experienced locals.
Make your own tie-dye and batik cloth.
Learn to cook some local dishes and experience through learning some traditional dances and drumming.
Take a day trip to explore the historic Cape Coast Castle and its role in the slave trade, and to the stunning Kakum National Park with its canopy covering and rainforest.
Embark on a multi-day trip to Kumasi in the Ashanti Region, which holds many traditional monuments to the Asante people and the Ghanaian culture.
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Quick Details
- Legon, Ghana
- 2-4 Weeks
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- American
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Program Details
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Locations
- Legon, Ghana
Types and Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 2-4 Weeks
Age Requirement
14-17
Guidelines
- American
This Program is also open to Solo, Group
Cost per week
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Wifi Costs
Accommodation Options
- Guest House
Qualifications & Experience
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
Accepted Education Levels
Application Procedures
- Online Application
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Despite major advances in Ghana’s educational system, inequity still exists among students, with gender, geography (rural vs. city), and income levels all determining factors. Global organizations and innovative NGOs level the playing field by working to create better access to Ghanaian schools for all children and a more well-rounded, child-friendly learning environment once they get there. In this Service & Leadership program, you’ll work with one of CIEE’s partner NGOs providing educational enrichment to at-risk children and youth aged 4 to 15. As a teacher’s helper, you’ll wear many hats! You might be placed in a preschool setting, a primary school, or a sports and vocational program for out-of-school teens. You might be asked to assist with basic math, science, and English lessons,...
CIEE High School Abroad
CIEE High School Abroad
Ready to Learn More?
Despite major advances in Ghana’s educational system, inequity still exists among students, with gender, geography (rural vs. city), and income levels all determining factors. Global organizations and innovative NGOs level the playing field by working to create better access to Ghanaian schools for all children and a more well-rounded, child-friendly learning environment once they get there. In this Service & Leadership program, you’ll work with one of CIEE’s partner NGOs providing educational enrichment to at-risk children and youth aged 4 to 15. As a teacher’s helper, you’ll wear many hats! You might be placed in a preschool setting, a primary school, or a sports and vocational program for out-of-school teens. You might be asked to assist with basic math, science, and English lessons,...
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