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  • MISSION STATEMENT

    The Global Studies Academy (GSA) exists to equip students to effectively solve the challenges society will face in the future while developing multi-faceted global citizens. Students are empowered to become innovative global thinkers who celebrate diversity. The Academy also fosters leadership by exposing its members to a variety of situations from a globally integrated perspective while offering opportunities in student government, community service and cultural awareness activities. 

      • The Academy applications for the Class of 2030 will open here on November 17 and close on December 12, 2025.

        To be eligible to apply, students must:

        • Be currently enrolled in 8th grade, and

        • Reside within the Fort Bend ISD attendance boundaries at the time of application.

        Please note that the application window is strictly enforced. Late applications will not be accepted. Make sure to submit your application within the designated timeframe.

       
     

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  • Readiness Fair
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  • Academies Cohort Selection Timeline

    Class of 2030

    Dates

    Event

    Tuesday, October 28, 2025

    Career Readiness Roadmap – Virtual

    We are excited to invite FBISD parents and students to our Career Readiness Roadmap Webinar, a virtual session designed to showcase Fort Bend ISD’s CTE Programs of Study and Programs of Choice. This event marks the beginning of our recruitment season and will provide families with valuable information ahead of our in-person event on November 6.

    Thursday, November 6, 2025

    Career Readiness Fair – In Person

    Fort Bend ISD students and families are invited to explore our district’s diverse career readiness programs, including CTE and Programs of Choice. Participants will have the opportunity to connect with teachers, students, and program leaders to learn about our specialized programs and the application process.

    October 22 – November 14, 2025

     

     

    Programs of Choice Recruitment

    • Presentation for all 8th graders across all 15 middle school campuses.
    • Parents receive program information via email.
    • In-person information session opportunity for students and the community.
    • Information is shared through social media posts and on the FBISD website.
    • Private and charter school reach-out and presentations.

    November 17 – December 12, 2025

     

    Application Window

    This is the time for current 8th graders zoned to Fort Bend ISD to apply for the Programs of Choice, including Academies, P-TECH, and Early College programs.

    November 17 – December 17, 2025

    Validation Window

    During this period, applications will undergo a validation process*. Valid applicants will receive an email inviting them to complete a video interview and/or entrance exam, depending on the programs they applied to.

    *The validation process confirms that students are zoned to Fort Bend ISD and meet academic criteria, including proficiency in their 7th-grade grades and relevant STAAR or equivalent test scores.

    January 10, 2026

    Humanities Academies Video Interview Due

    Valid humanities academy applicants will submit their video interview.

    STEM Academy Entrance Exam

    Valid STEM applicants will take the STEM Academy Entrance Exam, which consists of 25 8th-grade level math and science questions. Students will have 1.5 hours to complete the exam, and calculators will be provided.

    February 2025

    Academy Acceptances

    Students who are accepted to the programs will receive an email offering them the opportunity to commit to one Program of Choice.

    March 2026

    Academy Cohorts Selection Complete

    Academy cohorts for the Class of 2030 are final.

    April 2026

    Commitment Ceremonies

    Academy commitment ceremonies will be held at each respective hosting campus.
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  • The Global Issues Summit

    The Global Studies Academy is a high school program dedicated to promoting global citizenship by the means of focusing on languages, culture, and current events. As a part of that mission, the Academy hosts an annual student-run event called the Global Issues Summit (GIS) to spread awareness about a range of global concerns to students around the community as well as inform them about measures being taken to alleviate these issues in order to "Turn Awareness into Action." The Summit features speakers ranging from Presidential appointees to NGOs operating on a global level, with past participation from institutions such as UNICEF, the US State Department, the US Trade Representative's Office, the Pangea Network, A+ Challenge, Magic Bus, the Aga Khan Foundation, United Against Human Trafficking, and many others. 2022 will mark the tenth annual Global Issues Summit.

    ​The past seven Summits have focused on the United Nations' 17 Sustainable Development Goals. The Sustainable Development Goals, or SDGs, are a universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure that all people enjoy peace and prosperity. They provide clear guidelines and targets for all countries to adopt in accordance with their own priorities and the environmental challenges of the world at large. Further, the SDGs seek to tackle the root causes of poverty and unite us together to make a positive change for both people and the planet. The SDGs are grouped into the 5 Ps; People, Planet, Peace, Prosperity, and Partnership. This year, the Summit is organized around 2 of the P's: People and Partnership.

Student Spotlight

  • GSA Students Travel Experience

    GSA Students Travel Experience

    “The trip all in all was really fun. It’s a unique experience spending time with people 24 hours a day. You all get to know each other really fast and you create a bond like no other!”

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Contact Us

  • Paul Wells
    High School Program Manager
    Phone: (281) 634-5645
     
     
    Kim Cain
    GSA Teacher Facilitator - 10th-12th grade for the 25-26 school year
     
    Travis High School
    11111 Harlem Rd.
    Richmond, TX 77406 
     
    Rachel Wempe
    GSA Teacher Facilitator - 9th-10th grade for the 25-26 school year
     
    Kempner High School
    14777 Voss Road
    Sugar Land, TX 77498

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