K–12 Global Education Consulting
Supporting K–12 schools and universities with essential duty-of-care risk management training, student travel support, and a campus-wide framework for global education.
The Name. The Philosophy.
Standing on a cliff overlooking the Atlantic, a guide in Lisbon shared a word that changed everything: saudade—a Portuguese concept that speaks to longing, memory, and love across time and place.
“When you are back in your countries, and six months from now you feel a deep yearning to return here—that is saudade.”
That moment captured exactly what meaningful global learning can do. When learning is immersive, human, and connected to place and culture, it doesn’t end when the program ends. It stays with you. It shapes how you see the world—and yourself—long after you return home.
Saudade Global Pathways exists to help create those moments.
It's not a trip. It's an experience.— Glen Turf, Principal, Saudade Global Pathways
What We Offer
Every service is consulting-first, relationship-based, and designed for long-term impact — not one-off programs that end when the bus pulls away. .
Workshops for novice and veteran chaperones, grounded in real-world preparedness — so every leader can say "I've got this."
SafetyFrom destination selection to on-the-ground execution, we build in-house travel programs aligned with your mission, not a vendor's catalog.
TravelOne-on-one and cohort coaching that cultivates global pedagogy, student agency, and cross-cultural fluency across your faculty.
PDWhy Saudade Global Pathways
We don’t sell trips or textbooks. We build relationships with schools ready to commit to meaningful, lasting global education — and we bring over three decades of real classroom and C-suite experience to every engagement.
Consulting-First, Not Vendor-Driven
Our recommendations are grounded in your school's vision, not our inventory. We help you build something that's truly yours.
30+ Years of K–12 & C-Suite Experience
From the classroom to the director's chair, we've lived every dimension of global education leadership in independent schools.
Sustainability Over One-Off Programs
We design for the long arc — building internal capacity, shared language, and frameworks that outlast any single partnership.
Certified, Trained, and Mission-Driven
AFS Cultural Competence, Narrative 4, Lodestone International risk management, National Board Certification in Spanish — credentialed at every level.
Your Trusted Global Partner
Principal, Saudade Global Pathways
Glen's passion for global learning began the moment he discovered that language could open doors to new cultures and perspectives. Three decades later, that spark has driven programs in over 25 cities across four continents, 45+ international experiences, and leadership roles from classroom teacher to Chief Officer for Global Learning at Miami Country Day School.
What Schools Say
Testimonials from school leaders, faculty, and travelers.
Glen has experience in all settings in a school: in the classroom, in curriculum development, in professional learning, in strategic planning, and in creating school paradigm shifts. Not afraid to take on something novel, Glen can see value in new initiatives and progressive approaches. Glen is not only comfortable with challenges that arise from trying different ways of working, in fact, he welcomes them.
Glen has a genuine commitment to people and community. Both empathetic and inspiring, he excels at fostering collaboration and helping others discover and develop their own leadership potential - especially our young people. His efforts to develop our school’s DNA of Global Citizenship are a testament to his ability to unite diverse voices around shared purpose and values. It also highlighted his ability to work at a grassroots level as this process transcended divisions, ethnicity, and varying points of view. Through this work, Glen sought to make sure everyone felt included, heard, and that they were represented in the final product.
As a parent, I can say without hesitation that the global studies program Glen Turf designed at Miami Country Day School was truly life-changing for Zoe. His trips were not just about travel, they were about deep cultural immersion, thoughtful engagement with local communities, and understanding the economic and social landscape of each country. Through his guidance, Zoe learned how to travel independently, seek out authentic, non-tourist experiences, and support local economies with respect and intention. These are skills she actively uses today as a college student and nonprofit leader, moving through the world with confidence, cultural awareness, and a genuine commitment to global citizenship. Glen didn’t just open the world to her—he equipped her with the mindset and tools to navigate it with curiosity, humility, and purpose. He has forever impacted her life!
Glen Turf created a global learning environment that was engaging and fun, while constantly pushing us to think beyond ourselves. Through his mentorship, I not only learned but also developed a deeper understanding of global responsibility and what it means to be an educated, open-minded citizen of the world.
When my son began working with Mr. Turf four years ago, I hoped he'd find a teacher who believed in him. What he found was so much more — a mentor who changed the trajectory of his life. With Mr. Turf's guidance, my son completed nine international trips and service missions, defended an original thesis before a faculty panel, earned the Global Studies Diploma Endorsement, and secured multiple college scholarships. None of this happened by accident. Mr. Turf personally designed these programs from the ground up in order to create genuine opportunities for students to discover what they're capable of. What sets Mr. Turf apart isn't just what he builds — it's that he never stops improving it. Every year, he integrates new technologies, refines his methods, and raises the bar. His students don't just keep up with the world; they're prepared to lead in it. My son graduated as a confident, globally-minded young man. That's Mr. Turf's legacy.
Through my travels to Greece, the UK, Argentina, Ireland, Italy, and Puerto Rico, I experienced firsthand how powerful meaningful, immersive travel can be. Each journey allowed me to deeply engage with local cultures, build authentic relationships, and participate in community service that honored and supported the communities welcoming us. These experiences didn’t just broaden my perspective, they shaped my identity, strengthened my empathy, and instilled in me a lifelong commitment to being a thoughtful and engaged global citizen.
Glen Turf is one of the most thoughtful leaders I know in global education. He has a rare ability to bring diverse perspectives together while remaining steady and insightful, even under pressure. Saudade Global Pathways reflects the same values he brings to all his work: meaningful global learning, authentic connection, and a deep belief in the transformative power of international experiences to shape young people and the world they will lead.
The programs that Glen Turf created were some of the most formative experiences of my education. They built my independence and curiosity about the world, nd ultimately gave me the confidence to start my first semester abroad. He helped turn me into a lifelong traveler.
Glen Turf has the ability to design travel programs that have both purpose and mission. They end up being some of the most fun and rewarding experiences you can have as a student, while not just learning, but truly understanding along the way.
Glen has a true gift for designing meaningful cultural experiences that bring our community together. He helps people see themselves reflected in our shared story while opening windows to new perspectives. Glen brings people together through learning, reflection, and celebration of identity!
Glen Turf is exceptional at organizing travel experiences. Every trip he planned was seamless, thoughtful, and beautifully executed.
Ready to Begin?
Every meaningful partnership starts with a conversation. Tell us where you are and where you want to go — and we'll help you chart the course.