Alexander 9th Grade Students Enjoy Fun in the Sun while Applying Math Concepts

Posted Date: 05/20/2025

Learning subject matter is one thing, but applying it and putting it into action is what education is all about. Students at Alexander High School’s 9th Grade Campus experienced this firsthand through a fun and creative project that took their understanding of geometry to new heights - literally.

They brought the abstract concepts of mathematics into tangible forms by using tetrahedral pyramid shapes to build kites. The students constructed them out of straws and tissue paper, applying what they learned about surface area, volume, angles, and symmetry.

After completing their designs, the students went outside to test their creations and watched them soar against a clear Laredo sky. The project connected classroom geometry to real-world engineering and design applications, while fostering collaboration and problem-solving skills, and sparking creativity.

Geometry teacher Nathalie Moya shared her excitement as the students sent their kites aloft. “This project ties together so many real-world skills. It’s fun, something students can truly enjoy, and they’re having a blast. I’m thrilled it gives them this hands-on experience to learn how to build,” she said.

This activity reflects Alexander High School 9th Grade Campus’s commitment to UISD’s mission of fostering academic excellence and innovative learning, inspiring students to bring classroom concepts to life through hands-on challenges.