Illinois House introduces Global Scholar Certificate program

For the first time in Illinois history, graduates can be recognized for demonstrating global skills and competencies by coursework, service, interaction with global peers, and a capstone project demonstrating their applied knowledge thanks to the passage of House Bill 4983.

Cynthia Solo (D-Chicago) and Linda Chapa LaVia (D-Aurora) on Feb. 8 sponsored HB 4983, an amendment to the School Code. HB 4983, allows schools throughout the State to award an Illinois Global Scholar Certificate to high school graduates.

The Global Scholar initiative began in the fall of 2014. Seth Brady, as a “Teachers for Global Classrooms Fellowship” recipient, granted by the State Department, learned that two states were introducing certificate programs to bolster global education. “As a teacher, I believe strongly that students need to become globally competent in order to compete and collaborate effectively.” Brady’s colleagues agreed.

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