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Moody Innovation Institute

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Established in 2016 through a transformational $5.8 million grant from the Moody Foundation and expanded through an additional $4.99 million grant in 2022, the Moody Innovation Institute (MII) serves as Highland Park ISD’s hub for innovation and future-focused learning. Through programs such as Moody Advanced Professional Studies (MAPS), districtwide STEAM initiatives, entrepreneurship experiences, industry partnerships, and innovative educational programming, MII connects classroom learning with real-world application while empowering students to explore their interests, develop critical skills, and prepare for success in college, careers, and an ever-changing world.

Geoffrey Orsak

Executive Director of the Moody Innovation Institute
School: (214) 780-3089

MAPS

Provides HPHS students with hands-on, profession-based learning experiences through industry partnerships, real-world projects, and college-level coursework, helping them explore future careers while developing valuable academic and professional skills.

 

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STEAM

Provides students with engaging STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) learning experiences that foster creativity, innovation, critical thinking, and problem-solving through hands-on, real-world exploration.

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