We are thrilled to shine this month’s spotlight on the incredible members of the Bishop Fenwick SmartKids Africa Club for their outstanding effort in organizing a highly successful bake sale fundraiser to support SmartKids Ghana. With creativity, teamwork, and a genuine passion for making a difference, these dedicated students came together to plan, promote, and […]

At SmartKids Ghana, our mission has always been clear: empower children, transform communities, and create a future where quality education is accessible to every child no matter where they are born. Every Saturday, through our Zoom Teaching Program, Student Ambassador initiatives, and school partnerships, we are proving that one connection can spark a lifetime of […]

I am incredibly excited to share that applications for the 2026 SmartKids Ghana Zoom Teaching Program are officially OPEN. Starting this February 2026, we’ll welcome a new team of passionate, global-minded volunteer teachers who are ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of our scholars in Ghana. Over a year, our Zoom Teaching […]

As I look back on our just ended October Zoom Teaching Program, I can’t help but feel deeply grateful and proud of what we’ve accomplished together. This past month has been nothing short of inspiring. Our October Zoom Teachers showed up with such passion, creativity, and dedication turning ordinary online lessons into moments of joy, […]

Sadie Saarony (Club President): Sadie Saarony is a senior at Buckingham Browne & Nichols high school in Cambridge, Massachusetts and President of the Alumni Ambassador Circle. She has also been working with Smart Kids Ghana for the past two years, supporting educational initiatives and community programs abroad.   Mark Peña (Vice President): Mark Peña is […]

At SmartKids Ghana, we believe that education is more than a journey, it’s a legacy. Every lesson taught, every connection made, and every life changed has created a ripple of hope that continues to spread. Today, we’re proud to launch one of our most meaningful initiatives yet: the SmartKids Ghana Alumni Giving Circle, a movement […]

SmartKids Ghana is delighted to officially welcome Fiona Peltonen as our newest Curriculum Contributor and Lesson Implementation Supplies Fundraiser. Fiona has already shown remarkable dedication to our mission of empowering learners across Ghana through innovative education and equitable access to resources. Fiona’s journey with SmartKids Ghana began earlier this month, when she enthusiastically joined our […]

At Bishop Fenwick High School, senior Joni Caron has always been someone who leads with compassion, empathy, and purpose. Whether helping her classmates understand challenging topics or lending a hand to those who need extra support, Joni’s kindness and determination to make a difference truly shine through. Now, as one of the newest SmartKids Ghana […]

At Bishop Fenwick High School, Alexandra Casamassima is recognized for her remarkable enthusiasm for both learning and teaching. As an 11th-grade student, she demonstrates a genuine commitment to education that extends well beyond her school environment. Each week, Alexandra teaches religious education to second-grade students at her parish, a role that has strengthened her leadership, […]

Education is one of the greatest tools for empowerment and for Eva Zheng, an 11th-grade student at Beachwood High School, it’s also a calling. As one of SmartKids Ghana’s newest volunteer Zoom Teachers, Eva brings compassion, intellect, and a heartfelt sense of purpose to her mission of expanding access to quality education for children across […]