Global High School
Founded in 2007, Waxahachie Global High School began as a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) campus. In 2009, Global High School added the Early College High School designation.
Global High School, an early college high school, is designed to support all students living within Waxahachie ISD.
Class Title: Antz
The Ants course is designed to provide students with an understanding of ants, their behavior.
Through a combination of lectures, hands-on activities, and field experiences, students explore the fascinating world of ants, their communication, foraging strategies, and the important roles they play in ecosystems.
Class Title: Birds are Beautiful
The Birds course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of birds, their diversity, behavior, ecology, and conservation.
Through a combination of lectures, hands-on activities, and field experiences, students will explore the fascinating world of birds,
Class Project: Buiding a Raised Garden
* Special Thanks*
LOWES AND LIPPERT MANUFACTORING
We would like to thank WISD for allowing us, the Next Generation Education Stem Garden, to partner with Lowe’s Home Improvement for the donation of materials used to build the raised bed, and Lippert Store #241 for donating their time and expertise help the students at Global High build their new raised garden bed.
Thanks to their generosity the school will be able to teach students for many years to come.
Class Title: Passport to Learning – Scheduled Field Trips
Scavenger Hunt 2023 with Global Highschool students. We spent the morning at Getzendaner Park in the Butterfly Garden searching for treasures.
A special thank you to Charlie Fritzmyer, our Master Naturalist for spending the morning teaching our Global Highschool Students about Butterflies. We toured the Butterfly Garden at Getzandaner Park and then had a lovely picnic.
Class Title: Composting
The Composting course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of composting, its principles, methods, and applications.
Through a combination of lectures, hands-on activities, and practical demonstrations, students will explore the science behind composting, the benefits of compost, and its role in sustainable waste management and soil health. This course aims to foster an appreciation for composting while promoting awareness and practical skills for implementing composting practices in various settings.
Class Title: Don’t Be Afraid of Spiders
Don’t Be Afraid of Spiders is a course designed to help students overcome their fear of spiders and develop a better understanding and appreciation for these fascinating creatures.
Through education, exposure therapy, and interactive activities, students will learn about spider biology, behavior, and the benefits they provide to the ecosystem.
This course aims to replace fear and misconceptions with knowledge and respect, empowering students to coexist peacefully with spiders.
This is also a good example of one of our STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) programs.
Class Title: How to Grow a Garden
The Art of Gardening course provides students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, establish, and maintain their own garden.
Through hands-on activities, practical demonstrations, and interactive discussions, students will learn about plant selection, soil preparation, watering techniques, pest management, and harvesting.
This course aims to inspire a love for gardening, foster environmental stewardship, and empower students to grow their own sustainable and beautiful gardens.
Class Title: Harvesting Rain Water
The Rainwater Harvesting and Collection course introduces students to the principles and techniques of collecting and utilizing rainwater as a sustainable water resource.
Through interactive discussions, practical demonstrations, and hands-on activities, students will learn about the benefits of rainwater harvesting, different collection systems, water storage and treatment, and the applications of harvested rainwater.
This course aims to foster environmental stewardship, water conservation practices, and an understanding of the importance of utilizing alternative water sources.
Class Title: I Can Eat a Whole Plant
Teach students how to identify edible plants.
Show pictures and real life examples of common edible plants, such as fruits, vegetables, and herbs.
Students learn the different parts of plants that we eat, such as roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
Class Title: 3 Rs of Recycling
This course teaches students about the importance of recycling and waste management to create a sustainable environment.
Students learn the concepts of recycling, waste reduction, and resource conservation.
Through hands-on activities and demonstrations students explore the different types of recyclable materials, recycling processes, and the environmental and economic benefits of recycling.
Class Project: Science of Seeds – Sprout House Project
Seeds, even the tiniest ones, contain the food and all the instructions necessary to sprout a new plant. All they need are the right conditions: the right temperature, consistent moisture and a good location.
We saw that the seeds on the outer edges of the sponge tended to dry out more quickly and didn’t grow as well.
At first, the plant depends on the energy stored within the seed to grow. As the seed soaks up water, its food stored inside begins to be converted into energy in the form of enzymes. The enzymes trigger the seed to send out roots and germinate.
Class Title: Shoe Box Garden
The Shoebox Gardening course is designed to provide students with practical knowledge and skills to create and maintain a miniature garden using a shoebox or small container.
Through a combination of hands-on activities, demonstrations, and discussions, students will learn about the principles of gardening, plant selection, container gardening techniques, and the essentials of plant care.
This course aims to inspire creativity and promote sustainable gardening practices within limited spaces.
Class Title: Geology
Volcano Experiment lab.
The Volcanoes course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of volcanoes, their formation, behavior, and impact on the environment. Through a combination of lectures, interactive discussions, virtual simulations, and field trips, students will explore the science behind volcanoes, their geological significance, and the hazards associated with volcanic activity. This course aims to foster a fascination for volcanoes while promoting awareness and preparedness for volcanic events.
