CIEE HS Summer Abroad: Leadership & Service in Legon
Program Overview
Despite major advances in education across Ghana, inequalities still exist among students. Join in with CIEE’s partner NGOs to take action on local educational enrichment initiatives for at-risk children and youth age 4 to 15. Get ready to serve in a variety of roles!
As a teacher’s helper, you might be placed in a preschool, a primary school, or a sports or vocational program for out-of-school y...
Despite major advances in education across Ghana, inequalities still exist among students. Join in with CIEE’s partner NGOs to take action on local educational enrichment initiatives for at-risk children and youth age 4 to 15. Get ready to serve in a variety of roles!
As a teacher’s helper, you might be placed in a preschool, a primary school, or a sports or vocational program for out-of-school youth. Your mission? Assist with basic math, science, or English lessons and mentor children during sports, games, or arts and crafts activities. Learn basic Twi language to enhance your daily interactions and you collaborate with community leaders and investigate the Ghanaian educational system. Reflect on how it compares to the U.S.
Explore Legon and learn traditional drumming and dance, take co...
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
- American
Updated Sep 23, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Legon, Ghana
Types & Subjects
- Focus Areas
- Community Service & Volunteering
- Experiential Learning
- Homestays
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- 2026, 2027
Eligible Nationalities
- American
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- High School Freshman (1st Year)
- High School Sophomore (2nd Year)
- High School Junior (3rd Year)
- High School Senior (4th Year)
Accommodation Options
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Online Application
Age Requirement
14-17
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
- Summer
Starts At
Refund Policy
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