09/09/2026
On September 8, 2026, six Ball High School Culinary Arts students had the opportunity to put their classroom skills into action through a meaningful community-service project at St. Vincent’s House working in the Food Pantry. During the experience, students worked alongside community volunteers to prepare, organize, and load food bags containing meat, vegetables, and other essential food items for members of the Galveston community.
This hands-on experience provided students with an authentic opportunity to practice the culinary and workplace skills they have developed in the classroom, including food safety and sanitation, organization, teamwork, communication, customer service, and professionalism. Students were able to see firsthand how the skills they are learning through Career and Technical Education can be used beyond the classroom to make a positive difference in the lives of others.
More importantly, the experience helped students understand the value of giving back and being active members of their community. Through their time at St. Vincent’s House, students demonstrated that CTE is not only about preparing for a career—it is also about developing responsible, compassionate, and community-minded citizens.
We are proud of these students for representing Ball High School and Galveston ISD Career and Technical Education with enthusiasm, professionalism, and a willingness to serve others. Their commitment to giving back is a wonderful example of Cultivating Tomorrow’s Experts—students who are prepared not only for the workforce, but also to make a meaningful impact in their community.
