to Serve is to invest in others

To Serve is to invest in others. — and in doing so, we grow ourselves. Through service-learning trips, you don’t just complete tasks, but you build relationships, strengthen communities, and discover the interconnectedness of where you call home and the world.

By the end, our Students will understand the interconnectedness of where they call

Home and the World.

TEXAS FRONTIER PROJECT

TOMA BAṜRE EDUCATION welcomes you to the Texas Frontier Project. For 14 days and 15 nights, students forge resilience and explore innovation across four (4) mission areas. This immersive, service-based trip combines tangible outcomes with field challenges and real-world volunteerism, all while immersing you in the unique spirit of the Texas frontier.

Students leave with documented service hours that meet graduation requirements and a project portfolio containing graded essays, photos, and reports, which are helpful for college essays or career exploration.

  • Clear Learning Objectives Tied to Pearson Subjects. Each activity is mapped to a learning standard, skill, or inquiry theme in the syllabi.

    The Texas Frontier Project has explicit academic outcomes connected to a Pearson subject or qualification, such as:

    • Global Citizenship (IGCSE)

    • Geography or Environmental Management

    • Science (Biology, Environmental Science)

    • EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)

    • Global Perspectives (A Level)

  • Pearson will expect to use a Service Hour Log template with space for reflections to meet the following:

    • A log of hours completed

    • A brief description of each task/project

    • Signatures from supervisors or partner organizations

    • Confirmation that the service was active and meaningful, not passive observation

  • Coursework-aligned subjects or university applications:

    • Reflective journal entries (daily or weekly)

    • Final summary or impact statement

    • Photos with captions, videos, or interviews

    • Evidence of critical thinking (What did I learn? How did it change me?)

    • Graded report or essay linked to a research question or global issue

  • Students create a mapping sheet that shows educational intent with:

    • Specific subject assessment objectives (AOs)

    • Global themes or project skills

    • Research and collaboration standards (especially for EPQ or Global Perspectives)

  • At the end of the trip, students will have verified experience and will receive:

    • A completion certificate from your organization (TOMA BAṜRE EDUCATION)

    • An instructor evaluation summarizing the student’s engagement, contribution, and leadership

    • Optional: grades or scoring rubrics if used for portfolio purposes

  • Students have the opportunity to submit their experience toward:

    • IGCSE Global Citizenship Paper 2

    • A Level GP Team Project

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Mission Areas

  • Survivalist + Homestead

    Texas, the Lone Star State, is known for its resilience, especially when it comes to living off the grid and surviving off the land. People here have a deep respect for the environment, wildlife, and self-sufficiency. This includes skills like first aid, body temperature regulation, shelter building, land navigation, game processing, signaling, fire-starting, water procurement, basic trapping, and camp kitchen.

  • Biotech & Life Sciences

    From being the birthplace of the first artificial heart to being a world leader in genomics, Texas is home to the largest medical complex in the world. Additionally, there are 5,200 manufacturing and R&D firms operating in various fields such as life sciences, biotechnology, life science research, biopharma innovation, and cancer research.

  • Energy Production

    Texas, the leading state in the U.S. for energy production, accounts for an impressive 28% of the country's refining capacity. Processing 5.1 million barrels of crude oil every day, Texas contributes over $161 billion to the nation's gross domestic product. Not only does Texas lead in oil production, but it also ranks first in natural gas production, electricity production, wind energy capacity, biodiesel production, and solar potential.

  • Agriculture & Livestock

    The impact of timber on the Texas economy amounts to over $41 billion, encompassing nearly 22 million acres. Agriculture production covers 86% of Texas land and contributes over $40 billion to the state's economy. Notably, 98.5% of agricultural operations in Texas are independently managed by individuals or families. Furthermore, the agricultural sector employs one out of every seven working Texans. Texas holds the premier position nationwide in the number of cattle and calves, constituting 13% of the total within the United States.

Travel & Hospitality

Each student brings a unique set of strengths, needs, and experiences, and our commitment is to provide a foundation of care that honors that individuality. Whether it's responding to an emergency, offering space for mental health check-ins, or supporting students through moral or ethical reflections, these resources are in place to ensure that every participant feels safe, supported, and respected throughout the journey.

  • What it includes:

    • Pre-established relationship with nearest hospitals or clinics in every en route and pinned location.

    • Site visit/approval prior to trip for emergencies and non-emergency care

    • On-file list of local pediatric or adolescent-friendly practitioners

    • Emergency plan binder with maps, contacts, and hospital intake procedures

  • What it includes:

    • One virtual 1:1 coaching session to help students reflect on their trip

    • Career or college pathway mapping based on their experience

    • Optional faith-based or service-centered life mentorship

  • What it includes:

    • Enhanced travel protection insurance (illness, evacuation, baggage loss)

    • 24/7 access to medical advisory hotline

    • Parent dashboard or updates if student requires care

    • Emergency contact coordination & travel backup plan

  • What it includes:

    • Partner with priority travel agency to guaranteClear flight window recommendations (with major Texas airport options listed)

    • Airfare booking support for families

    • Travel insurance add-on and coordination with airlines for minor travelers

    • On arrival in Texas:

      • Students are met by our designated welcome team

      • Escorted to secured group transportation with attendance tracking

    • On departure:

      • Assistance with check-in, baggage, and gate escort

  • What it includes:

    • For families requesting private charter options:

      • We coordinate with our travel partners to arrange boarding and escort from commercial to private aviation terminals

      • Luggage and customs support are included (if applicable)

      • 24/7 liaison between travel team and parent/guardian during transition

  • What it includes:

    • In the event of long or unexpected layovers, students may:

      • Be met by a professional escort agent at the layover airport

      • Access an airport lounge or designated quiet area

      • Receive meal vouchers, hydration, and supervision

      • Be accompanied through TSA re-checks or gate changes if needed

  • What it includes:

    • Private charter buses or insured vans with licensed, background-checked drivers

    • Daily transportation to and from mission sites

    • Strict roll-call procedures and seatbelt enforcement

    • Emergency evacuation transportation protocol (in case of natural disaster, injury, etc.)

  • What it includes:

    • Access to a pre-trip parent orientation webinar

    • Option to schedule a private meeting with the trip’s health, counseling, or faith team

    • Guidance on how to support their child’s growth before/after the trip

  • What it includes:

    • Priority travel clients may opt for additional coverage:

      • Medical evacuation & trip cancellation insurance

      • Flight interruption reimbursement

      • Lost/delayed baggage protection

Medical Counseling Faith

Each student brings a unique set of strengths, needs, and experiences, and our commitment is to provide a foundation of care that honors that individuality. Whether it's responding to an emergency, offering space for mental health check-ins, or supporting students through moral or ethical reflections, these resources are in place to ensure that every participant feels safe, supported, and respected throughout the journey.

  • What it includes:

    • A licensed nurse or EMT on-site or on-call during the trip

    • Daily check-ins for students with chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma)

    • Temperature, hydration, and injury tracking in outdoor/survival settings

    • Medication management (with parent-signed permission)

  • What it includes:

    • Access to a certified counselor for 1–2 confidential sessions during the trip

    • Group mindfulness or debrief circles led by a trauma-informed facilitator

    • Optional pre- and post-trip mental wellness checklists

  • What it includes:

    • Optional daily devotionals or guided reflections

    • Access to religious/spiritual leaders, guides and/or mentors

    • Quiet sacred space for journaling, prayer, or meditation

    • Opportunity to connect faith to service in a respectful, inclusive way

  • What it includes:

    • Enhanced travel protection insurance (illness, evacuation, baggage loss)

    • 24/7 access to medical advisory hotline

    • Parent dashboard or updates if student requires care

    • Emergency contact coordination & travel backup plan

  • What it includes:

    • One virtual 1:1 coaching session to help students reflect on their trip

    • Career or college pathway mapping based on their experience

    • Optional faith-based or service-centered life mentorship

  • What it includes:

    • Access to a pre-trip parent orientation webinar

    • Option to schedule a private meeting with the trip’s health, counseling, or faith team

    • Guidance on how to support their child’s growth before/after the trip

Alysa Iyana, Founder and President

“Though I was born in Germany and spent much of my early life there, I am a Texan through and through. Texas is where my roots have grown deepest. We are proud to call ourselves Texans, and prouder still to live in the most diverse state in the United States. Texas is the most ethnically and racially diverse state, with no single racial or ethnic group forming a majority.”

FAQs

    • Offer experiential learning in emerging and sustainable industries

    • Promote community engagement and civic responsibility

    • Align with academic standards to enable potential course credit or certification

  • As a formally recognized service-learning trip, we

    • Align with. education awarding body, Pearson UK service-learning standards

    • Issuing Certificates of Completion with documented hours and learning outcomes

    • Partnering with academic institutions for optional CRP, OSHA, or agricultura

    • Lodging: Hotel, Dorm-style cabins, homestead stays, and eco-camps

    • Safety: Daily check-ins, emergency protocols, insurance, waiver forms

    • Transportation: Uber, Mega Bus and Metro Vans for field-based mobility

    • Supervision: Trained facilitators with local hosts and experts

  • Each of your Mission Areas carries potential risks, sensitivities, and physical demands that will be disclosed upfront to schools, students and parents.

    • Alternative tasks for students with physical, sensory, or mental health considerations

    • Mental, Spiritual (Religious), and Physical health check-ins

    • Clear communication about each day's activities the night before

    • Adaptive gear and rest time built into field schedules

    • Consent-first environment (students can opt out of any task without penalty)

  • Survivalist Homesteading

    Foraging, shelter-building, water purification, self-reliant living

    Agriculture & Livestock

    Organic farming, rotational grazing, animal husbandry, regenerative ag

    Biotech & Life Sciences

    Lab assistance, farm-to-lab biotech practices, microbiology field studies

    Energy Production

    Solar panel setup, biofuel research, energy efficiency audits

  • Families are more than welcome to involve their student’s personal doctor, counselor, faith leader, or spiritual advisor as part of their individual support network during the trip.