In this special follow-up episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, Dr. Larianne Polk (CEO of the Nebraska ESU Coordinating Council) and Dr. Dan Schnoes (CEO of ESU 3) return to reflect on their recent educational exchange in Singapore and South Korea. Their journey, part of a national effort to build global education partnerships through AESA, opened new doors for reimagining how service agencies and school systems can prepare students—and educators—for an increasingly interconnected world.

From cutting-edge innovations in polytechnic schools to globally collaborative student research projects, Dr. Polk and Dr. Schnoes share insights on what global learning really looks like and why it matters. They also discuss practical ways ESUs in Nebraska might engage in global partnerships through distance learning, teacher exchanges, and student collaborations—making international experiences more accessible than ever before.

Whether you're an educator, administrator, or policymaker, this conversation highlights why cultivating a global mindset isn't just a “nice-to-have”—it's a necessity for the future of education.

To learn more about ACES International, visit https://www.aces.org/schools-programs/aces-international/aesa-aces/overview

To learn more about AESA, visit https://www.aesa.us/