global education
Upper school
During BB&N’s Spring Break trip to Morocco, U.S. students participated in a memorable homestay exchange with Round Square’s Elaraki School in Marrakech. Highlights included exploring the vibrant souks, experiencing a breathtaking sunset ride in the Agafay Desert, visiting the majestic Mausoleum of Mohammed V in Rabat, wandering the stunning blue streets of Chefchaouen, and immersing themselves in the historic medina of Fes.
middle & Upper school
Over Spring Break, twenty Upper School students took part in an unforgettable exchange trip to Spain, led by BB&N faculty. In Barcelona, they toured landmarks like Parc Güell and the Sagrada Familia, joined a cooking class, and explored the city’s street art. In Madrid, students stayed with host families, attended classes, and connected with peers at BB&N’s sister school, Las Rozas. Highlights included the Prado Museum, a flamenco class, the Real Madrid Stadium, and a visit to Toledo. The exchange continued when Las Rozas students visited BB&N for ten days.
Meanwhile, Middle School students explored sites like Chichén Itzá, gaining insight into the enduring legacy of the Maya. Faculty on the trip noted how students stepped out of their comfort zones to use Spanish, try new foods, and engage meaningfully with the culture. The trip was about more than sightseeing—it was a deep dive into living history.
Middle school
This Spring, a group of 8th-grade students participated in the Round Square Global Conference at Regent’s International School in Bangkok, Thailand. Centered on the theme “Embracing Change: Shaping the Future,” the conference combined workshops, service learning, and cultural immersion. Highlights included a pre-conference trip to southern Thailand and vibrant cultural activities that deepened students’ global awareness and inspired them to become thoughtful changemakers in their communities.
Upper school
Over Spring Break, twenty Upper School students took part in an unforgettable exchange trip to Spain, led by BB&N faculty. In Barcelona, they toured landmarks like Parc Güell and the Sagrada Familia, joined a cooking class, and explored the city’s street art. In Madrid, students stayed with host families, attended classes, and connected with peers at BB&N’s sister school, Las Rozas. Highlights included the Prado Museum, a flamenco class, the Real Madrid Stadium, and a visit to Toledo. The exchange continued when Las Rozas students visited BB&N for ten days.
Meanwhile, Middle School students explored sites like Chichén Itzá, gaining insight into the enduring legacy of the Maya. Ms. Gómez-Kramer noted how students stepped out of their comfort zones to use Spanish, try new foods, and engage meaningfully with the culture. The trip was about more than sightseeing—it was a deep dive into living history.
Upper school
In April, Upper School students traveled to Oxford, England, to attend Round Square’s Inspiring Voices: The Big Baraza conference. Set in iconic venues like the Oxford Union and Sheldonian Theatre, students engaged in dynamic conversations on global issues alongside peers from around the world. The experience offered a unique opportunity to develop leadership and public speaking skills while gaining deeper insight into diverse perspectives and the power of youth voice.
BB&N’s Global Education programs seek to foster globally competent citizens with an in-depth knowledge of the world, its people, and its challenges.
Dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive classroom environment, BB&N faculty empower students to be compassionate leaders and embrace varied perspectives
BB&N is a member of GOA, a consortium of more than 60 leading independent schools in the U.S. and abroad that promotes global awareness through diverse, online communities