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Thank you to Stellar Bank and the Houston Chronicle for this incredible opportunity! 🎉

We’re honored to be one of the top five nonprofit recipients of this ad bank, which will help us share the amazing work Tejano Center does for our community.

A huge thanks to our supporters who rallied during the voting period—you made this happen! 🌟 And to our board member, Genesis Loera, for accepting the award on our behalf.

Together, we’ll reach even more people and make a greater impact! ❤️

🏡✨ Ready to Buy a Home? Join Our Homebuyer Classes!

Are you ready to take the first step toward homeownership?

Tejano Center's Housing Program offers comprehensive Homebuyer Classes to guide you through the process.



Next Dates:

• Spanish: December 7, 2024
• English: December 14, 2024

⏰ Time: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM

📍 Location: 6200 Gulf Freeway, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77023

💵 Cost: $50

🎯 Don’t miss out! Take the first step toward homeownership today!

🦋 Save the Date: 6th Annual State of the Center Luncheon 🦋

"Butterflies in Bloom: Growing Bright Futures Through

Early Education"

Join us on Friday, March 7, 2025, at 11:00 AM for a morning of inspiration at the Bayou City Event Center!

Together, let’s celebrate the power of early education in shaping bright futures. 🌟

📍 Bayou City Event Center

9401 Knight Rd, Houston, TX 77045

La Tiendita Gulfton! 🍎🍊

Two weeks ago, Tejano Center proudly celebrated the grand opening of La Tiendita Gulfton, our third and newest location!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported us on this journey to empower our community. Special thanks to our amazing partners—Commissioner Lesley Briones, Houston Food Bank, and the American Heart Association—for making this possible. ❤️

We’re excited to continue serving our Gulfton neighbors in meaningful and impactful ways. The work has just begun!

🎓 2025–26 FAFSA® Update: 

Get ready to take the next step in your education!

The online 2025–26 FAFSA form is now available to all students as part of the expanded beta testing period. If you complete the form during this testing period, you will not have to complete it again following the official release, which will be no later than Dec 1. 

Need help navigating the process? GRADcafé is here to support you every step of the way. Whether you’re applying for the first time or renewing, our team is ready to guide you through it.



Don’t miss out on financial aid opportunities—let GRADcafé help you get started! 💼✨

RYSS ENROLLMENT IS NOW OPEN

FOR 2025 - 2026!

Start with us! Grow with us!

CAMPUSES

1. BRYSS Academy (Brownsville, Grades Pre-K3 - 9)
2. Leonel Castillo STEM Early Childhood Academy (Houston, Pre-K3 - Kinder)
3. PSTEM Academy (Houston, Grades 1- 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 - 2 and 6th grade) 

Tejano Center & RYSS are hiring!

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

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.



🎓 Learn more and take the next step toward your future:

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AND ITIN APPLICATIONS AND RENEWALS!

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!