Public Health
Focused on the social determinants of health, this field of study plays a vital role in improving the quality of life for individuals and populations, making a meaningful impact on society and the world around us. Exposure to these fields will introduce our girls to pressing issues in our world so that they will be equipped to improve the quality of life for individuals and populations, making a meaningful impact on society.
2024
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The Science of Metals
Social Impact Chemistry has been busy in the lab this week experimenting to determine various metals’ specific heat capacities.Read More -
Upper School Biology Welcomes Visitors
Upper School’s Biology, Impact, and the Zoo class was visited by special guests this week!Read More -
Enhancing STAAR scores through games
Upper School's Spanish in the Community headed to Marcus Elementary in Dallas today to work with students.Read More -
Third Grade Welcomes Health Coach and Chef
Third Grade was thrilled to have Jess Wilson, Integrative Health Coach and Whole Food Plant-Based/Vegan Personal Chef, speak with the science and social impact class today!Read More -
DISD Trustee Visits Government Class
Dallas ISD District 2 Trustee Sarah Weinberg visited Upper School government, a Social Impact class, to engage students in a discussion about the vital role of school board governance, the interplay between local, state, and federal government in shaping education policy, and practical ways for students to get involved in addressing educational issues within the Dallas community.Read More -
Microgreens for Good
Eighth Grade students have been growing microgreens in science class as part of their investigation of Earth’s biosphere and ecosystems.Read More -
Hockaday Hosts Area School Civil Discourse Training
In partnership with Close Up, a nonprofit, nonpartisan, civic education organization that informs, inspires, and empowers young people to become active citizens, Hockaday hosted more than 90 students at the ISAS and Close Up Student Facilitation Training on Friday, September 20.Read More
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2024
The Hockaday School
Within the private school community, The Hockaday School is an independent college-preparatory day school for girls from grades PK–12 located in Dallas, Texas. Students realize their limitless potential through challenging academic curricula, arts, athletics, and extracurricular programs so that they are inspired to lead lives of purpose and impact.