<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Global Education Guide]]></title><description><![CDATA[Global Education Guide]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 22:57:25 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection: Next Steps]]></title><description><![CDATA[Meeting with the Tausug leaders of the Muslim Village was an extremely impactful experience. Though this was not originally on our agenda, the insight that this lent me into the history and culture of the Mindanao Islands shaped my experience of the region. Despite the hardships faced by this community due to capitalism, American expansionism, and climate-driven natural disasters, our group received the warmest of welcomes to the Muslim Village. With only hours to prepare, an entire panel of...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/reflection-next-steps</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5a345329f38dcec77fe9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Aug 2026 17:03:43 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_41ab83fe4a9a455c9b0b3c7575450cee~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection: The Political Divide of the Philippines]]></title><description><![CDATA[One of the most contentious topics in modern Filipino society is politics. Coming to the forefront of global scrutiny after former President Rodrigo Duterte's arrest and subsequent detention at the International Criminal Court in 2025, there has been much contention between groups for and against the Duterte family in the Philippines and abroad. Similar to the United States, the Philippines' 81 provinces are politically divided based on urbanization and geographical location. The southern...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/reflection-the-political-divide-of-the-philippines</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5a0bcd8d822ee17a5d87</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:10:54 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_0a32da0529d04ab8ad14752f5d061e14~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_884,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection: Obedience vs Agency in the Classroom ]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you told most American teachers that we would have to purchase our own supplies, manage classes of 50+, begin work at 5am, and deal with oppressive heat and humidity all day, we immediately call our union representative. But, this is the reality for the majority of Filipino teachers. Day in and day out, teachers in the Philippines are tasked with achieving the impossible; teaching large groups of marginalized students in some of most challenging conditions. And yet, they are doing it and...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/reflection-obedience-vs-agency-in-the-classroom</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a59df7ef449b92cf89fba</guid><pubDate>Tue, 04 Aug 2026 01:27:01 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_390f58a9e9514011b24e09ec01ce2e25~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection: The Presence of Religion in Filipino Schools]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our first day at Philippine Science High School (PSHS) also marked the start of the school year for the students. The day opened with the Flag Ceremony, a traditional Filipino assembly held at the start of each week. Here, students and staff recite the national pledge and opening remarks are made by school leadership. In addition to welcoming students to campus, it also set the stage for the year ahead. My co-teacher and I were struck by the tone of duty and communal responsibility throughout...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/reflection-the-presence-of-religion-in-filipino-schools</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5994cecb33cd5ae8cb3e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 31 Jul 2026 17:31:35 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_d803341e8a8b46b6899d741325058cd7~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Reflection: Inequality &#38; the Americanization of the Philippines]]></title><description><![CDATA[A substantial wealth gap is one of the most noticeable attributes of capitalist countries, including the United States. The Philippines is no different. From “slum” communities like Smokey Mountain, named for its residents’ practice of burning trash, to the upscale district of Makati, Manila is a perfect example of this phenomenon. The most densely populated city in the world showcases communities at every income level with seemingly no overlap or mobility between them. Before my trip to the...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/reflection-1-inequality-the-americanization-of-the-philippines</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5943cd8d822ee17a5b28</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 19:17:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_47a7d9a90d1945dda9259b8a1f221b83~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_774,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Friday: The Closing Ceremony]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today was our last day at Philippine Science High School! After presenting our professional development on American teaching practices, we said our tearful goodbye to the staff and students at PSHS. After a truly remarkable week and beautiful closing performance by both staff and students, we know that we will continue our work with the incredible teachers and hope to expand our research in Davao.]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/friday-the-closing-ceremony</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5520cecb33cd5ae8bcd0</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:47:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_7391a497db134124933daf532453a972~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Thursday: Philippine Eagle Center &#38; Muslim Village]]></title><description><![CDATA[Beginning the day at the Philippine Eagle Center enabled Nichia and I to learn so much about the area's raptors and the conservation practices required to protect each species. As a chemistry teacher, I was really along for the ride with the biologists. Not only is the center home to a number of Philippine Eagles, including Viggo - the star of the 1000 peso bill - we also saw a number of different owls, monkeys, and crocodiles. This was truly an experience to witness; as we walked through the...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/thursday-philippine-eagle-center-muslim-village</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a5046328f65b10657985c</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:30:29 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_7269afbb3ee848519ac6a4ad67be8fe5~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Wednesday: Magsaysay Park &#38; Santa Ana National High School]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today began at Magsaysay Park, an exciting showcase of Mindanao's tribal heritage. Each of the eleven indigenous tribes residing in Davao build a structure representing not only their culture and traditions but also showcasing their incredible weaving techniques. Each of these were in varying stages of construction; improvements were being made across the park and city for August's incredible Kadayawan Festival. At the festival, each indigenous tribe builds a float and sends a wide array of...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/wednesday-magsaysay-park-santa-ana-national-high-school</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6a4a12cecb33cd5ae89a2f</guid><pubDate>Wed, 29 Jul 2026 19:07:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_e1469842413c46798bd01544ab3f4169~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Tuesday: Philippine Genome Center &#38; Davao School for the Blind]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today really made me question just how many things we can pack into one day. After starting at the University of Mindanao’s insect research center, we were fortunate enough to be guided through the University of the Philippines’ Mindanao campus where we learned about their science labs and the Philippine Genome Center. At the Center, researchers study prominent issues like the rise of HIV transmission and indigenous peoples’ genetic mapping. This is a major consideration in the area, as...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/tuesday-philippine-genome-center-davao-school-for-the-blind</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a6470fd532301fe59fadf36</guid><pubDate>Sat, 25 Jul 2026 08:40:22 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_c0114b22f6644d3d8f4300b862f88ab3~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Monday: Introduction to Philippines Science High School Mindanao Campus]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our very first day at our host school, Philippines Science High School (PSHS), exemplified the famous Filipino sense of hospitality on a completely new level. This, paired with the excitement of PSHS’s very first day of school for the 2026-7 school year, made today a truly memorable day. First, my co-teacher Nichia and I were introduced at the very first Flag Ceremony of the year. Students, lined up by grade level, participated in a Catholic, Muslim, and indigenous prayer before an...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/monday-introduction-to-philippines-science-high-school-mindanao-campus</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5e13675bcedfa93eefea6f</guid><pubDate>Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:52:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_f0f51d6b5c9749649f65827ba8b4f1ca~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Day 4: Chosen Children’s Village]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today we were fortunate enough to visit Chosen Children’s Village, an orphanage in Batangas that currently homes 66 neurodivergent children. At Chosen Children’s, kids are taught life skills in addition to their academics, and given a vast array of opportunities to assist with cooking, cleaning, gardening, and farming. Located on a beautiful plot in rural Batangas, Chosen Children’s provides young people with an opportunity to be connected to nature and to develop their interpersonal skills....]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/day-4-chosen-children-s-village</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5c888bb6016dd1e00a511b</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:33:56 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_d57df910931e4a1f8cc9bef0725991aa~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Day 3: Montessori de San Juan and American State Fair]]></title><description><![CDATA[We had so much fun today teaching kids about California and the other 15 states represented by our wonderful Fulbright cohort. The American State Fair, put together by Montessori de San Juan in Manila, was a fantastic opportunity to learn about one of Manila’s preK-12 Montessori schools. With a rich population of neurodiverse scholars, the school’s 200 students experience a 7:1 student to teacher ratio and a structured SPED program grounded in individualized student support. At the fair, we...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/day-3-montessori-de-san-juan-and-american-state-fair</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a5c80ecd4a4b15c1e9bdee5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 08:09:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_5d37e3751f324f669a7514180fa52008~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Day 2: Pitogo High School and Better World Smokey Mountain Community Center]]></title><description><![CDATA[Wow! Today was jam-packed. Starting with a tour of Pitogo High School in Barangay Pitogo, we hit the ground running by warm greetings from many of the school’s 2400 students. The campus was absolutely gorgeous, with an open air concept and beautiful foliage. Speaking to a number of teachers, we learned about the programs the school offered, and I was fortunate enough to learn about the school’s science lab and science program. We then heard from Department of Education, learning specifically...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/day-2-pitogo-high-school-and-better-world-smokey-mountain-community-center</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a576803e0ff316064e61fbc</guid><pubDate>Sun, 19 Jul 2026 07:45:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_22aa38f02ca949a0bc49eed0fb4c41e9~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Day 1: Intro to PAEF and Filipino Education]]></title><description><![CDATA[Today we were warmly welcomed to the offices of PAEF and learned about the rich history of the Philippines from the incredible Professor John Ray Ramos. After an overview of the centuries of colonialism and imperialism shaping the Philippines today, we learned about strategies in teaching in the Philippines. A few Filipino concepts stuck out to me. The first, pangalawang ina/ama, describes the concept of teachers becoming second parents, indicating the deep level of regard held for teachers...]]></description><link>https://sarahpallito.wixsite.com/global-ed-guide/post/day-1-intro-to-paef-and-filipino-education</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a562e6e036b5c52be8716d4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:51:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/94a6f3_d4bba41ba1dc44ef881425ecc4a3345d~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Sarah Pallito</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>