Haynes Global Prep prepares students to leave a legacy
Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III Global Preparatory Academy at Paul Quinn College is a transformation school that is reimagining education in southern Dallas. Through partnerships with local institutions and a dedicated school administration,
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students are prepared to become global thinkers and thoughtful leaders.
Now in its fifth year of operation, Haynes Global Prep is an International Baccalaureate World School serving students in grades six through 11. IB schools provide rigorous academic coursework that fosters lifelong learners with a global perspective.
After receiving this accreditation early this year, Principal Jasmine Ervin said she is excited to continue developing the school’s global reputation and academic programs.
“We are reestablishing what it means to have an IB World School in a southern Dallas community,” she said. “It’s one of the only ones in the area. This accomplishment was a huge win for us and for the community because our students are now being prepared to be global ambassadors.”
While academics are central to the student experience, the school emphasizes personal growth and character development. Through their leadership program, Haynes Global Prep prepares students to become emotionally intelligent decision makers who hold themselves and others accountable, she said. This signature program encourages students to model the character and values of the school’s namesake.
The Global Prep Academy is named for Dr. Frederick D. Haynes III, a community leader, social activist, orator, educator, and pastor of Friendship-West Baptist Church.
Ervin said that being a part of Haynes’ legacy carries deep meaning for both the campus and its students.
The school’s theme this year, Dripped in Excellence, serves as a daily reminder for students to approach their academics and character with dedication and pride.
“By the time students reach the end of the program, I hope they understand the importance of life,” Ervin said. “I want them to recognize the importance of their voice and their responsibility to advocate for themselves and others. We are preparing students for life beyond these doors.”
Haynes Global Prep also offers a range of other programs and partnerships that provide students with a unique and well-rounded learning experience. These include robotics and the Panther Battalion Club, which provides training for students interested in military pathways.
In an exciting new partnership with the Cedar Crest Golf Club, students will receive free golf lessons beginning next year.
The school’s foreign language teacher also offers Spanish and Italian classes in a classroom on the campus of Paul Quinn College, giving students a glimpse of college life. Next spring, students will also be able to enroll in dual credit courses through Paul Quinn, an opportunity designed to inspire continued education beyond high school.
The partnership between Paul Quinn College and Dallas ISD encompasses more than academics. During homecoming, the university includes Haynes Global Prep in its celebrations, allowing students to share the experience of being part of a Historically Black College.
This year, Haynes Global Prep is striving to earn an A rating from the Texas Education Agency. In support of this goal, the college will host a pep rally for students taking the STAAR test to boost morale and confidence. 
Ervin’s goal as principal is to create an environment where students are supported from all angles. The campus maintains strong communication with parents to ensure that academic and personal goals are reinforced at home, fostering consistency and accountability.
That spirit of support extends to Haynes Global Prep’s partnership with Friendship-West Baptist Church, whose leaders provide valuable resources for students, Ervin said. Last year, for example, the church organized an Angel Tree fundraiser that ensured every student went home for winter break with a gift from their wish list.
Being a small campus allows for the school to offer a more personalized learning experience, including building a closer relationship with a principal who is accessible and gets to know each student. Students who attend Haynes Global Prep can look forward to becoming independent, compassionate learners ready to make their mark on the world, Ervin said.
“Our hope is that when our students go out into the world, they’re not just following behind,” she said. “When they leave Haynes Global Prep, they’ll be able to lead the charge to make a change in the world.”
To learn more about Haynes Global Prep and its mission to build a legacy by inspiring students to become international change makers, attend Discover Dallas ISD on Saturday, Nov. 1, at the Automobile Building in Fair Park.
