Naomi Ramos-Acosta and Lori Neary, two high school history teachers who were driven by a shared belief that the world itself is the best classroom, dreamed of giving their students the chance to experience the cultures they studied firsthand rather than just reading about them in textbooks. They knew, however, that travel opportunities often came with financial barriers that left many students behind, so they decided to do something about it.
Turning their vision into action, they founded a nonprofit organization dedicated to making global learning accessible, raising funds and building support systems to ensure that students from all backgrounds could join these transformative trips. Through their efforts, history became something students could see, hear, and feel—walking ancient streets, tasting new foods, and connecting with people across cultures—turning abstract lessons into unforgettable, life-shaping experiences.
Educators and those who have a passion to give back wanting students to experience other countries and cultures.
Board Members
President
Having grown up in a military family (Go Army!), Naomi fell in love with history and travel, so much that she turned it into a career as a history teacher. Now a mom and wife with over 13 years of education under her belt, she decided to pivot from teaching, and move into adminiistration. Wanting others to experience the love for travel she had, she connected with her friend and co-worker, Lori to make their passion of travel and other culture a reality for students who cannot afford to do it on their own. When she isn't running around the world, Naomi loves to spend time with her family, read a good book, or baking.
Vice President
With 23 years in the classroom, Lori brings both experience and heart to everything she does as an educator. Deeply passionate about her work, she is committed to inspiring young minds while creating a supportive, engaging environment for her students. Beyond school, Lori treasures her roles as a devoted wife and a caring presence in the lives of children, always putting family at the center of her world. In her free time, she finds joy in cooking delicious meals, discovering great music, growing her vinyl collection, and exploring new places through travel—bringing that same curiosity and enthusiasm back into her teaching every day.
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