Educators are Innovators

At Global Bridges Educational Solutions (GBES), we address a critical national challenge: the significant academic and integration barriers faced by English learners (ELs) in the U.S. education system. Traditional programs often focus solely on language acquisition, missing opportunities to equip EL students with the STEM skills and structured instruction needed to fully integrate academically, socially, and economically into American society. Over 5 million EL studentsrepresent more than 10% of U.S. public school students. However, only 71% graduate high school on time, compared to 86% of their native English-speaking peers, highlighting persistent disparities in education..

GBES’s innovative 360-degree model integrates rigorous curriculum development, advanced instructional technology, teacher empowerment, student support services, family engagement, and strategic community partnerships. Our approach transcends traditional methods by emphasizing structured STEM education, merit-based instruction, and core American values, ensuring that students not only gain English proficiency but are also academically prepared, culturally integrated, and workforce-ready.

We create systemic, sustainable solutions designed to produce long-term impact for EL students, educators, parents, and communities. By combining adaptive learning technologies, data-driven strategies, and structured curricula, GBES sets a new standard for inclusive, effective education. Our holistic model addresses the educational, social, and economic barriers that have limited EL students’ success, enabling them to fully participate and thrive in American society.

Our approach is guided by the belief that educational excellence and integration require more than language skills alone. Effective education demands structured academic frameworks, cultural understanding, and preparation for STEM careers essential for national competitiveness. GBES collaborates closely with schools, educators, families, policymakers, and community stakeholders, tailoring our comprehensive services to the unique needs of English learners.

We strive to:

  • Develop Inclusive Curricula: Create academically rigorous, technology-driven curricula that align with national standards, integrate STEM education, and reflect the cultural and linguistic diversity of students.
  • Empower Educators: Equip teachers through advanced professional training with proven instructional methodologies and adaptive technologies that ensure effective language instruction, academic rigor, and student integration.
  • Support Students: Implement targeted initiatives and mentorship programs leveraging adaptive learning tools to strengthen students’ academic achievement, language skills, and successful adaptation into American society
  • Foster Community Engagement: Build strong partnerships with families and communities through structured workshops, resource guidance, and cultural events, ensuring a supportive environment that enhances student achievement and social integration.

Aligned with national educational and economic priorities, Global Bridges Educational Solutions remains dedicated to innovation, academic excellence, and rigorous merit-based education, preparing English learners to succeed academically, contribute meaningfully to the workforce, and fully integrate into American society.

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Irene Merida Calvo
Chief Learning Officer, Owner