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Global Education

Exploring God’s world, growing in faith and leadership.

At Cardinal Gibbons, Global Education is more than travel — it is a journey of the heart and mind. Rooted in our Catholic tradition, these experiences invite students to step into new cultures, deepen their understanding of the human family, and return home with a greater sense of faith, service, and leadership.

Why Global Education Matters

We believe learning extends far beyond the classroom. Global education experiences help students:

  • Encounter diverse cultures and learn to see the world through a lens of compassion and curiosity.
  • Grow in resilience and leadership as they navigate new places with confidence and openness.
  • Integrate faith and learning by experiencing the universal Church and Catholic heritage around the world.
  • Prepare for their future with skills that last a lifetime: adaptability, empathy, and global awareness.

Annual destinations

A Gibbons educator with flag in Italy.
Costa Rica

When: Midwinter Break

Students explore the country’s rich biodiversity, vibrant culture, and environmental heritage while engaging with local communities and ecological sites.

The trip introduces students to tropical ecosystems, wildlife conservation, and Costa Rica’s commitment to sustainability—all while offering hands-on opportunities to learn, discover, and connect.

 

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Japan
Japan

When: Thanksgiving break

This 9-day journey offers students a worldview-shifting experience rooted in faith, service, and leadership. Highlights include visits to Tokyo, Mount Fuji, Kyoto, Osaka, and Hiroshima—featuring cultural exchanges, historic sites, and Catholic worship. Aligned with our mission, the trip blends academic exploration with spiritual growth, fostering compassion, empathy, and gratitude.

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A Gibbons educator with flag in Italy.
Italy

When: Easter Break

The trip begins in Rome with visits to St. Peter’s, the Sistine Chapel, and the Coliseum, plus Easter Mass at the Vatican. In Assisi, we honor St. Francis before heading to Florence and Lucca for Michelangelo’s David, the Duomo, and a view of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. We end in Venice with gondola rides, a glass-blowing tour, and our Gibbons soccer tradition. 

 

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Western Europe
Western Europe

When: Midwinter break

Destinations alternate yearly: England & France (2026) and Germany & the Czech Republic (2027). The trip blends history and culture, with highlights such as the D-Day Beaches, Mont St. Michel, Versailles, Berlin and Prague city tours, Dachau, Neuschwanstein Castle, and Salzburg.

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