Texas – Dulles High School Link

Our geography department has made some exciting developments with our newly forged link with Dulles High School in Houston, Texas, USA. The project, led by Mr Thaper and Mr Sanders, has now hosted two group video conferences between the two schools and their respective classes; discussing topics ranging from school uniform to public holidays, cultural perceptions to diversity. A few pupils from Handsworth Grammar made a short video for their American counterparts, showcasing the school grounds, staff and school’s curriculum. Alongside this, both schools have sent care parcels to each other, containing ‘classic’ national food items, clothing and learning resources; with our British parcel containing a variety of items from Cadbury’s chocolate (Birmingham’s finest) and tea to photos of the Queen and current Prime Minister, Boris Johnson. Through this fantastic opportunity, they aim to develop this link further and continue to share resources and perspectives as well as challenge perceptions about our cities and nations – stay tuned!