Recent posts from: Jinotega – 6/10/2015


Pamela not so Anderson


Hey, my name is Pamela. I am from Pittsburg High School, obviously the one in California. I love volunteering at different events and places, such as my local soup kitchen Loaves and Fishes. I am in the Puente Program at my high school and in my schools...

how to stay in touch while away…


Traveling can be stressful, and one of the ways we can reduce our stress is to stay in touch.  When traveling, Susan sends postcards to her family, work colleagues and friends.  She even has one friend that asked her to put “Hi Ana” on the bottom of the...

Hola! Si, me?


Hello, Jinotega 6/10 Glimpsers! It is time to brush up on your survival Spanish phrases if you had chosen to learn French or Chinese instead. Either of these languages will not be of much help in Nicaragua but having them under your belt means that you have the skills...

Hello friends (-:


  Hi guys!  My name’s Nancy and I go to Andrew Hill High School in San Jose.  I play volleyball, and I love music, milk tea, feminism, writing, and snapchatting my friends at 2 am.  I hate all bugs and spiders, but maybe I’ll get over my fear after...

Tip of the iceberg…


Hello! My name is Steven, and I’m from San Jose, CA! I currently attend Andrew Hill High School, and I can’t wait to go to Jinotega! I love running, playing tennis, and sparring other students (including my brother) at my Kung-Fu School! I’m also...

the 7 day countdown begins!


So here we are in the last week of preparation for our trip to Jinotega, Nicaragua.  For today we would like to highlight the importance of packing appropriately.  Review the Global Glimpse packing list and pack like the savvy traveler that you are.  We don’t...

Jinotega June 10 family meeting


  Hello GG students and families.  It was great to meet you all yesterday, and for those that were unable to attend we missed you.  We had a great session reviewing the GG rules and packing list, discussing food and medications, and answering questions.  Thank...