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🎓 Congratulations to our amazing residents at Sunrise Lofts who graduated from the Everyone On Digital Literacy Cohort!

Over 6 weeks of classes, they’ve been building their tech skills—and they each received a laptop for their hard work and dedication.

We’re so proud of their growth and excited to see how they’ll use these tools to keep thriving! 🙌✨

🎉💻 Congratulations to our EveryoneOn Basic Digital Classes

graduates at Nueva Vida!

Our seniors showed up, logged on, and leveled up their tech skills. We’re so proud of their commitment to lifelong learning! 🎓🌟

Special thanks to Capital One Bank for sponsoring this opportunity and supporting digital inclusion in our community. 💙💼

#DigitalConfidence #LifelongLearning

Three families are on their way to becoming licensed foster families through Tejano Center’s Child Placement Agency! 💙🏡

We’re so proud of their commitment to creating safe, loving homes for children in need. ✨

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Interested in fostering?

If you or someone you know is ready to make a difference, contact:

Brenda Navarrete, LMSW, LCPAA

Director of Child Placing Agency

📞 713-640-3766

📧 brenda.navarrete@tejanocenter.org

👉 Click the button below to learn more and take the first step.

Thank you for making our

6th Annual State of the Center a success!🎉💙✨

We’re deeply grateful to our partners, sponsors, students, staff, and supporters who helped make this event unforgettable. Special thanks to Co-Chairs Carol Shattuck and Ric Campo, keynote speaker Dr. Quianta Moore, our host committee, Board of Directors, and our President & CEO Dr. Adriana Tamez.

Your support fuels our mission and helps us invest in brighter futures through early childhood education. Thank you for believing in our vision—we are Making It Happen Together! 🌟

Thank you to our sponsors:



Underwriter: Noble Texas Builders

Limitless Flight: Comcast, Harris County Precinct 4, Harris County Precinct 2, Freebird Partners

Bright Butterfly: H-E-B, Camden Living

Soaring Start: Butler-Cohen, Harris County Sheriff's Office, CenterPoint Energy, Verizon, Port Houston, JPMorgan Chase, Carlos Garcia Realty, Yummy

Emerging Wings: Airbnb, Council Member Joaquin Martinez, Ridgeline Direct, Lone Star College, HCC, Houston Methodist, University of Houston, UHD, Rep. Mary Ann Perez, Woodforest National Bank, Stallar Bank, Walmart, AL Building Solutions, Wells Fargo, Valero, Telemundo Houston, Houston Pilots, PNC Bank, Husch Blackwell, Primerica, Masterson Advisors, Ridley’s Precision Task Group, McGriff, HillCo Partners, Abelardo & Myrna Saavedra

Chrysalis: LNESCHouston, Sibme, Thompson & Horton LLP, Outreach Strategists, Covenant Community Capital, Targa, ROA Partners, Shattuck Consulting

📸✨Say cheese!😁🕺💃

Our photo booth was a hit at the 6th Annual State of the Center Luncheon—thank you to everyone who stopped by and struck a pose!

Everyone looked sharp, stylish, and ready to celebrate.😎🎉💛

No Pause on Federal Student Aid—Get Help at GRADcafé! 🎓💰

The FAFSA is not paused—students can still apply for federal financial aid, including grants and loans!

Need help with your FAFSA or financial aid questions?

GRADcafé is here to assist you! ✅

GRADcafé Scholarship Corner 🎓✨

Explore scholarships that can help fund your education!

Click the buttons below for more information and start applying today. 💰📚

Azteca Scholarship

Deadline: TODAY, April 25, 2025

Leelah Shah "Be Bold" Womens' Empowerment Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2025

Hispanic Scholarship Consortium

Deadline: April 30, 2025

Hispanic Health Coalition Scholarship

Deadline: April 30, 2025

⚖️ Know Your Rights: A Resource for All

Everyone deserves to understand their constitutional rights. 📜

Knowing what to do in different situations can help individuals navigate challenging encounters with confidence.

Whether at home or in public, staying informed is key!

🏠 Are You Ready to Buy a Home?

Do you need help managing your money and understanding the homebuying process?

Don’t miss out on our Classes for Homebuyers this month!

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🏠 ¿Está listo para comprar una casa?

¿Necesita ayuda para administrar su dinero y entender el proceso de compra de vivienda?

¡No se pierda nuestras Clases para Compradores de Casa este mes!

RYSS School Market 🍎🥦

Need fresh groceries?

Our RYSS School Market, in partnership with the Houston Food Bank, provides free food to families on select Thursdays from 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM (while supplies last). Drive-thru opens at 4:15 PM.

Check out the latest schedule and join us!



RYSS ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN

FOR 2025 - 2026!

Start with us! Grow with us!

CAMPUSES

1. BRYSS Academy (Brownsville, Grades Pre-K3 - 10)
2. Leonel Castillo STEM Early Childhood Academy (Houston, Pre-K3 - Kinder)
3. PSTEM Academy (Houston, Grades Pre-K3 - 5)
4. North East STEM Academy (Houston, Grades 6 - 8)
5. Early College STEM Academy (Houston, Grades 6 - 8)
6. Early College T-STEM Academy (Houston, Grades 9 - 12)
7. RYSS STEM Academy Pasadena (Pasadena, Grades Pre-K3 - 6) 

Tejano Center & RYSS are hiring!

Citizenship Program Navigator

Outreach Engagement Liason

TEEN HEALTH CLINIC

NO COST HEALTHCARE FOR YOUTH 13-24 YEARS OF AGE

OPEN: Monday - Friday

HOURS: 8 AM TO 4:30 PM

PHONE: 713-640-3730

WHERE: Tejano Center for Community Concerns

2950 Broadway St. Houston TX 77017

A RESOURCE FOR THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE

🧠💬 Youth Mental Health Matters🌟📘

The City of Houston created the Youth Mental Health Guide to help Houston youth and their families learn more about wellness and how to access and navigate mental health care. The Guide is vital for youth, families, and educators to have the language, resources, and knowledge to make informed decisions about youth well-being.

Check out the guide in English, Spanish and Vietnamese at: www.houstontx.gov/education/youth-engagement/youth-mental-health-guide.html

Participate in the Familias Unidas Study 📝

The University of Houston is exploring how stress impacts Latino children and families. Complete a brief survey and receive a $20 gift card, plus free mental health resources.

Available in English and Spanish.

Click below to learn more!

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Participe en el Estudio Familias Unidas 📝

La Universidad de Houston está investigando cómo el estrés impacta a los niños y familias latinas. Complete un breve cuestionario y reciba una tarjeta de regalo de $20, además de recursos gratuitos sobre salud mental.

Disponible en inglés y español.

¡Haga clic abajo para más información!

Looking to achieve your higher education goals? 🌟

Check out HCC Online College, a flexible and accessible option for pursuing programs in General Studies, Business, and Teaching.

Click the button below for more information!

We are grateful for our community, business, and corporate partners. With your financial support, our Tejano Center programs are fulfilling our mission of empowering lives. Together we are having a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families throughout the Houston area. Thank you! 🤍

We are Making It Happen Together with your support!