From Curiosity to Creation Robotics in Action at Tabaka School!
Global Kindness in Action: A Story of Art and Impact
Scottish artist and philanthropist Mark Stoddart is helping students at Guerin Academy in Uganda transform their futures. After learning about the challenges faced by neurodiverse girls, Mark personally sponsored ten students for their full educational journey each with her own teacher and is raising funds through the sale of his limited-edition Tiger Table.
“I’m determined to do something to change it,” he shared. “Every child deserves the chance to learn, to be supported, and to realise their potential.”
Through his art and generosity, Mark embodies the spirit of Global Lighthouse Studios lighting the way for education, creativity, and hope.
From Curiosity to Creation Robotics in Action at Tabaka School!
🤖🌞 From Curiosity to Creation — Robotics in Action at Tabaka School! 🚀
Global Lighthouse Studios is celebrating our Kenya STEM Alliance Tabaka branch as they submitted their “lunar vehicle” for the Racing to the Moon Summer Building Challenge in partnership with Lady Rocket and Copernic Space
With donated solar-powered robotics kits, our young learners:
🔋 Discovered how solar robots are powered
☀️ Connected solar energy to Africa’s abundant sunlight
⚙️ Transformed theory into practice through hands-on building
🌍 Proved that innovation thrives—even in rural Kenya
Watching their faces light up as their creations came to life reminds us why this mission matters: each robot is more than a project—it’s a step toward engineering, renewable energy solutions, and a future filled with possibilities.
We are grateful to our friends and donors who made these kits possible. Because of you, the next generation of inventors and dreamers is rising.
GLS is proud to stand with Tabaka students as they race not only toward the moon—but toward a brighter, more sustainable future.
Global Lighthouse Studios Invited to United Nations for International Day of Peace
Global Lighthouse Studios Invited to United Nations for International Day of Peace Youth Event
Global Lighthouse Studios is proud to announce our official invitation from the United Nations Department of Global Communications to participate in the 2025 International Day of Peace Youth Commemoration, taking place at United Nations Headquarters in New York City on Friday, 12 September 2025.
This year’s theme, “Act Now for a Peaceful World,” highlights the critical role young people play as agents of change. Our students continue to lead with creativity, compassion, and global vision—shaping a more peaceful and inclusive future through the arts, storytelling, and innovation.
We are honored to see our mission reflected on the world stage and look forward to celebrating this global call to action with youth from around the world.
Global Lighthouse Studios and David Z Foundation Win People’s Telly Silver Award for “Library Adventure”
Specialty Category – Best Student
Chicago, IL July 28, 2025 – Global Lighthouse Studios, in collaboration with the David Z Foundation and Strawhorse Studios, is proud to announce that its student project “Library Adventure” has been honored with the People’s Telly Silver Award in the Specialty-Best Student category at the prestigious Telly Awards 2025.
The Specialty-Best Student category one of the newest across-the-award categories exclusively celebrates the creativity and talent of up-and-coming young artists, regardless of medium or distribution. Finalists are shortlisted by an industry jury and ultimately chosen as Gold, Silver, or Bronze winners by an international public vote.
“Library Adventure” is a student-driven film produced in partnership with the Global Lighthouse Studios, David Z Foundation and Strawhorse Studios. The project highlights the power of creativity, collaboration, and hands-on learning in the arts, empowering students to tell their own stories through professional filmmaking tools and mentorship.
Credits:
Principal: Venus DeLoach, George Washington Carver Elementary
Founder & Executive Director: Donna Guerin, Global Lighthouse Studios
Chief Academic Officer: Daniel Roeder, David Z Foundation
Founder & CEO: Paul Zablidowsky, David Z Foundation
Producer: Thomas Johansen, Strawhorse Studios
“This award is proof of what happens when you give students the tools, guidance, and creative freedom to explore their ideas. ‘Library Adventure’ is more than a film—it’s a celebration of student imagination and collaboration at its best.” Donna Guerin, Founder Global Lighthouse Studios
Global Lighthouse Studios at AFSA Las Vegas 2025
Global Lighthouse Studios brought an unforgettable creative experience to the AFSA Conference in Las Vegas, blending music, innovation, and visionary thinking. Guests immersed themselves in a silent disco demo, showcasing how arts and technology spark youth engagement, and joined Moon Coffee Live with Lady Rocket, a dynamic conversation on the future of space, innovation, and student opportunities.
The event also introduced 25 new program offerings, including highlights such as:
Fly Me to the Moon Student Art Launch – Sending student art to space.
Lunar Soundscapes & Crater Choreography – Translating moon landscapes into music and movement.
Moonlight Fashion Lab – Designing sustainable, space-inspired fashion.
Student Film & Animation Studio – Hands-on storytelling with digital tools.
Interactive Lunar Art Installations – Immersive projection, light, and AR experiences.
Global Innovation Studio (Denver) – A physical hub for K–12 creative tech learning.
Virtual Reality Spacewalks – Exploring the Moon through immersive VR.
From sound to space, AFSA attendees experienced firsthand how Global Lighthouse Studios is shaping creative futures.
Sharing Joy from Kakuma: Dolls and Lions Project Brings Smiles to Children
At Global Lighthouse Studios, we are honored to share the inspiring work of the Dolls and Lions Project, which recently brought joy and healing to children in the Kakuma Refugee Camp through the donation of 60 handmade dolls and lions.
Led by a dedicated team on the ground Matendo (Team Lead), Khalid (Project Officer), Mercy, Zawadi, and Nawalla this initiative brought moments of play, connection, and emotional support to children who deserve safe spaces to dream and grow.
We are especially moved by the compassion of Elsa, the project’s founder and driving force, whose commitment to the children of Kakuma continues to make a lasting difference.
These toys are far more than simple gifts. They offer children the chance to explore empathy, build friendships, and experience comfort through creativity. The smiles on their faces remind us all why this work matters.
Global Lighthouse Studios is proud to highlight and uplift meaningful programs like this —where the power of care, imagination, and community shine brightest.
Journey to the Heart of the Blues Pre-K Songs Debut
🎶 Premiering the First of Three Original Songs from "Journey to the Heart of the Blues" 🎶
Global Lighthouse Studios is proud to showcase the first-ever original song created by our youngest learners—Pre-K students from Chicago and Miami—as part of our Journey to the Heart of the Blues program!
This debut track, with a country blues feel, highlights the incredible power of music as storytelling, blending tradition with innovation. With the help of our amazing animators, the students’ creativity was brought to life—integrating AI, music, and visual storytelling in a way that’s never been done before in early childhood classrooms.
A huge thank you to the phenomenal teachers and staff at Dubois Elementary in Chicago for supporting this groundbreaking project and showing what’s possible when arts, technology, and young imaginations come together.
🎶 🚀 Introducing "Blast Off Blues" – Song #2 in our 3-Part Pre-K Blues Series! 🎶
Created by the incredible Pre-K students at Lenora B. Smith Elementary in Miami-Dade County Public Schools, "Blast Off Blues" is the second original track in "Journey to the Heart of the Blues". This time, our young songwriters turned their eyes to the stars exploring space travel, planets, and the power of imagination through the soulful sounds of the blues.
With support from Global Lighthouse Studios, students used their own drawings and space-themed puppet designs to inspire an AI-generated video journey, bringing their learning to life in the most creative way.
From musical patterns to emotional expression, this project blends early education, technology, and the arts into something truly out of this world! 🌍
🎧 Catch up on the series and stay tuned for the final chapter coming soon!
Thank you to Keeping The Blues Alive Foundation and special shout out to Shawn Gonzalez for making this possible and providing this opportunity to classrooms across the USA.
A special thank you to Cristian Carranza and your team at Miami-Dade County Public Schools Looking forward to our continued partnership
🎶 We’re thrilled to share “Adventure Awaits” — the 3rd song in our Journey to the Heart of the Blues series!
Written by the incredible Pre-K students and teachers at Christina Eve Elementary (Miami-Dade), this Latin blues-inspired anthem takes you on a journey from jungles to beaches by car, boat, train, and plane — all about exploring the world with the people you love.
Students helped create the story, designed puppets, and even brought them to life using AI as our featured artist on this track!
This project is a joyful celebration of family, imagination, and the power of early childhood creativity.
#ETH Conference
Denver, CO
Lady Rocket visited Denver, CO to attend the ETH Conference in February, 2025. On March 2nd, Copernic Space landed on the Moon. Global Lighthouse Studios was a part of this exciting historical event and we are looking forward to Lady Rocket and Copernic Space unveiling big plans for space and arts education in Denver in 2025
Guerin Academy Uganda to Open
February 2025
From a shared dream in 2021 to a life-changing journey in Uganda, we’re thrilled to reveal a major milestone coming in early 2025. Stay tuned for exciting news about Bonny’s incredible vision for Guerin Academy.
Click on the link to read about the journey in detail from our partner The David Z Foundation
Formula 1: Racing to the Moon
We are excited to announce this once in a lifetime contest opportunity exclusively to our network of schools Global Lighthouse Studios This contest is sponsored by Copernic Space,Lady Rocket Foundation and Spaceibles.
Copernic Space is dedicated to opening up Space to broad participation and ownership of individuals,families, even schools. It uses blockchain technology to democratize Space and is led by Grant Blaisdell, 3rd generation of the Space family.
Together with Eva Blaisdell Lady Rocket who co-funded Copernic Space, named after astronomer Copernicus, they are sending actual art, and LadyRocket collection to the Moon, including artwork and music of Lady Rocket students!
Now Copernic Space and Lady Rocket Foundation are teaming up with Global Lighthouse Studios to add Space, F1, Fashion, Technology, Entrepreneurship and NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration education programs, Edutainment!
The award will also include recognition of the students by announcing the winners at the famous Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles with the Formula 1 collection during a special ceremony.
Eva Blaisdell Lady Rocket will recognize students and their teachers and Donna Guerin, founder of Global Lighthouse Studios during the F1 race in Las Vegas in just a few weeks. The contest will expose students to concepts of digital art and the many variations that are possible.
If you are new to Global Lighthouse Studios and would like to learn more about getting involved in this one of a kind art contest, please reach out to me for more information.
Arts, music, and technology meet space education! Follow our journey as we team up with Lady Rocket Foundation and Copernic Space to bring Space education through the lens of music and the arts to classrooms around the world.
We are planning to begin our journey right here in Denver, Colorado. If you are interested in learning more please reach out to us.
Taking arts and music education to the moon-literally
Fly Me to the Moon
ISTE Live 24 Denver
We got the opportunity to showcase student projects at ISTE Live24 in Denver, Colorado in June. It was so great to meet so many friends from around the world who are doing fantastic things harnessing the power of technology.
Global Lighthouse Studios: Connecting Students and Educators Across 50 Countries for Inclusive Education
Striking Silver Chords: SMK Muara Tuang and Afik School Hit the High Notes with Anthem Award 2024!
Watch as we highlight these songs in a special edition Live from the Anthem Awards
On Local News-Denver, Colorado
On local news in Denver, Colorado with student division Young Changemakers International
Poems For Peace
We extend our gratitude to all participants who have submitted their poems to our esteemed Poems for Peace Project. We would like to inform you that we are still open to receiving submissions for consideration to be included in our upcoming book, scheduled for publication until November 14th. If you wish to contribute your poem, kindly click on the provided link and ensure a successful upload of your submission. Submission Link
Proud to be a part of this global collaboration with our school in Capetown Gardens Commercial High School. Congratulations to all of the students, the staff and especially our partner The David Z Foundation. Huge shout out to our featured artist Zolani Mahola, the One Who Sings. Click on the link below to watch the music video https://youtu.be/CTsUyPLIjMs
You're invited! Join Jocelyn Dimaala and Donna Guerin for an open discussion on how education is the key that will unlock progress toward many other Sustainable Development Goals.
When: July 7th at 2:00 pm BST
Where: Join the ISC Research community
Sign up for free to join the conversation! We want to hear your experiences and perspectives too. Together, we can explore how education can help achieve a more just, sustainable and prosperous world for all. https://ow.ly/j5Wn50OX5cH