The VERTEX

These projects are yearlong capstone projects designed for senior learners to synthesize and apply the essential skills of research, design, critical thinking, communication, and project management. Serving as the culminating experience of their high school journey, the project empowers students to explore a topic of deep personal interest and transform it into a meaningful public exhibition or presentation.

At its core, VERTEX challenges learners to think independently, manage complex timelines, and engage authentically with real-world audiences. Each learner develops an in-depth understanding of their chosen topic through sustained inquiry, conducting research, gathering insights, and working with mentors and industry experts to refine their direction.

Throughout the process, students produce a range of writing and visual outputs tailored to their disciplines, from academic analyses to creative expressions and design-based artifacts. They are also required to document their learning journey, capturing reflections on progress, challenges, and transformation.

The project culminates in the VERTEX Exhibition, where learners publicly share their final outcomes, demonstrating not only the depth of their research but also their ability to create work that adds value to the community through awareness, innovation, or direct social impact.

Ultimately, this project is a future-ready design experience that bridges learning with purpose, preparing students for higher education, creative industries, and the evolving demands of the modern world.

(photo by Peachy, 2024) Highlights:

• “Solace” by Achiraya "Peachy" Limpanich

  Exhibited at: Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC) | Dates: 7–19 May, 2024 A reflective artwork series featured in the joint exhibition “After All, I Am Human,” exploring emotion and human experience.

• “Neptune’s Cup Sponge Conservation” by Prim Pingkarawat

  Exhibited at: Thai Dive Expo | Dates: 17–19 May, 2024 A marine conservation initiative that successfully raised funds to support the preservation of the endangered Neptune’s Cup Sponge in Pattaya.

• “Diverse Minds” by Selina Huang Presented at: NIST and CU Art4C | Dates: 17 & 25 May, 2024 A mental health advocacy project focusing on neurodivergence, featuring an awareness talk and the distribution of self-care kits for high school counselors.

• “I Hope You Hear Me” by Plaifah "Kyoka" Shodladd Exhibited at: Palette Artspace | Dates: 24–28 May, 2024 An art activism exhibition combining collage works and excerpts from Kyoka’s published book, expressing themes of voice and identity.

• “Blue Mirror” by Norawich "Pan Pan" Chamruspollert Presented at: Goethe-Institut | Date: 28 May, 2024 A mini-concert and album launch exploring self-reflection and emotional resonance through jazz music performance.

• “Tiger’s Waltz” by Sarankon "Pu" Payungwataseth & “Interconnect” by Moe Moe Lwin Exhibited at: Bangkok Art and Culture Center (BACC) | Dates: 28 May–2 June, 2024 Twin exhibitions showcasing expressive, interconnected art narratives. One explores mental health through Japanese art while the other of the impact of fast fashion through digital and interactive collage.

Co-designed & facilitated w/ Thomas Tran (2022-2023) & Yi Lin Huang (2024-2025)