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SUMMARY:Afterschool is Cool Expo
DESCRIPTION:Game Plan for Success\nMiddle and high school students are invited to the Afterschool Is Cool Youth Expo\, a dynamic student summit designed to help young people build a strong foundation for postsecondary success through preparation\, mindset\, and intentional planning. \nHosted at the University of Houston\, this year’s expo brings together students\, educators\, and community partners for an interactive experience focused on helping students identify their best move and confidently plan their next move. \nChampionship Mindset. Best Move. Next Move.\nThe 2026 theme centers on developing a championship mindset that empowers students to think strategically about their future while building the skills needed to succeed in college\, career\, and life. \nStudents will engage in hands-on learning experiences that emphasize: \n\nPreparation and goal setting\nTeamwork and leadership\nResilience and problem solving\nConfidence in decision making\n\nWhat Students Will Gain\nThe Afterschool Is Cool Youth Expo prepares students for life beyond high school by providing exposure to: \n\nFinancial literacy and money management basics\nCollege access and postsecondary planning\nCareer exploration and workforce readiness\nSTEM and arts integration that encourages creativity and curiosity\n\nThrough interactive sessions\, students will learn how their interests connect to real-world opportunities and how afterschool programs can support their academic and personal growth. \nWho Should Attend\n\nMiddle and high school students\nParents and caregivers supporting postsecondary planning\nEducators\, mentors\, and youth-serving professionals\nAfterschool and community-based organizations\n\nEvent Details\nDate: March 28\, 2026Location: University of Houston \nWhy This Summit Matters\nPostsecondary success begins long before graduation. The Afterschool Is Cool Youth Expo creates a space where students can explore options\, build confidence\, and gain practical tools that help them navigate the path from middle school to high school and beyond. \nThis summit reinforces that preparation today leads to opportunity tomorrow. \nRegister at the link above. \nFor more information\, contact levelup@hcde-texas.org
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SUMMARY:Smart'n Up - Black Male Summit
DESCRIPTION:Education. Survival. Success.\nThe Smart’n Up Black Male Summit is a uniquely curated\, community-based motivational and educational experience designed to address the critical challenges facing Black men and boys while equipping them with the tools to thrive. \nHosted by Deric Muhammad\, this powerful summit creates space for honest dialogue\, leadership development\, and exposure to resources that support long-term success in education\, personal growth\, and life outcomes. \nWhy the Black Male Summit Matters\nBlack men and boys continue to navigate systemic barriers that impact education\, safety\, economic mobility\, and overall well-being. The Smart’n Up Black Male Summit exists to meet these challenges head-on by providing: \n\nEmpowering and culturally relevant education\nAccess to positive role models and mentors\nExposure to community resources and support systems\nMotivation rooted in lived experience\, resilience\, and excellence\n\nThis summit is intentionally designed to uplift\, affirm\, and inform while strengthening pathways toward success in an often adverse society. \nWhat Participants Can Expect\n\nInspirational and real-world discussions centered on growth and leadership\nOpportunities to connect with mentors\, community leaders\, and peers\nPractical tools that support academic achievement\, decision-making\, and self-confidence\nA space that celebrates Black male identity\, voice\, and potential\n\nWho Should Attend\n\nBlack boys and young men\nParents\, caregivers\, and families\nEducators\, mentors\, and community advocates\nOrganizations committed to improving outcomes for Black men and boys\n\nEvent Details\nDate: Saturday\, March 28Time: 12:30 PMAdmission: FREE \nLocation:Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural & Event Center5309 MLK BlvdHouston\, Texas 77021 \nRegister Today\nThis is more than an event. It is a movement toward education\, survival\, and success. \nRegistration is free\, but space may be limited.Register online at BlackMaleSummit.Eventbrite.com or click RSVP above
URL:https://mbkhouston.com/event/smartn-up-black-male-summit/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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SUMMARY:MBK Houston Career Exploration Experience
DESCRIPTION:Explore Your Future\nCareer Test Drive Experience with BridgeYear\nMy Brother’s Keeper Houston\, in partnership with BridgeYear\, invites students to an interactive Career Test Drive Experience designed to spark curiosity\, build confidence\, and help young people explore real-world career pathways. \nThis hands-on event gives students the opportunity to engage with multiple industries in an immersive way\, helping them discover what aligns with their interests\, strengths\, and future goals. \nWhat Is a Career Test Drive?\nA Career Test Drive allows students to explore careers before committing to a single path. Instead of only hearing about jobs\, students actively engage in activities that simulate real industry experiences. \nDuring this event\, students will: \n\nExplore multiple career pathways across diverse industries\nParticipate in hands-on\, interactive career simulations\nLearn how skills connect to real-world jobs and opportunities\nGain clarity around interests\, strengths\, and next steps\n\nThis experience is especially impactful for students who are still discovering what they want their future to look like. \nWhy This Matters\nToo many young people are expected to make life-changing decisions without meaningful exposure to careers or industries. The Career Test Drive model removes guesswork by helping students learn through experience. \nBy partnering with BridgeYear\, MBK Houston is helping students: \n\nExpand awareness of career options they may not have considered\nBuild confidence in their ability to succeed in postsecondary pathways\nMake informed decisions about education\, training\, and workforce opportunities\n\nWho Should Attend\n\nMiddle and high school students\nYoung adults exploring career options\nParents and caregivers supporting career planning\nEducators\, mentors\, and youth advocates\n\nEvent Details\nDate: April 11Time: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM \nLocation:Fifth Ward Multi-Service Center \nJoin Us\nThis event is an opportunity for students to explore what is possible\, ask questions\, and begin mapping out a future that aligns with their interests and goals. \nCome curious. Leave informed. Take your next step with confidence.
URL:https://mbkhouston.com/event/mbk-houston-career-exploration-experience/
CATEGORIES:Upcoming
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SUMMARY:Public Administration Day
DESCRIPTION:NFBPA Greater Houston Public Administration Day\nExposing Students to Civic Leadership\, Public Service\, and Future Career Pathways\nMBK Houston is proud to help sponsor the upcoming NFBPA Greater Houston Public Administration Day\, an event designed to expose young people to careers in public administration\, civic leadership\, government\, community service\, and public-sector career pathways. \nThis event creates a meaningful opportunity for students to learn how public service impacts communities\, how leadership shows up in government and civic spaces\, and how they can begin preparing for future opportunities in college\, career\, and service. \nWhy This Event Matters\nPublic administration is more than government work. It is the work of building stronger communities\, creating systems that serve people\, solving public problems\, and leading with purpose. Through this event\, students will have the opportunity to explore how their interests\, talents\, and lived experiences can connect to careers that make a difference. \nThis opportunity aligns closely with MBK Houston’s 4th Milestone: Completing Post-Secondary Education or Training\, as it provides students with career insight\, exposure to leadership panels\, access to a college fair\, and scholarship opportunities that can support their next steps after high school. \nWhat Students Can Expect\nStudents attending Public Administration Day will have the opportunity to: \n\nEngage with leaders in public administration and civic service\nLearn about college and career pathways connected to government and public-sector work\nParticipate in conversations about leadership\, service\, and community impact\nConnect with participating colleges\, organizations\, and professionals\nExplore scholarship opportunities that may help support their postsecondary journey\n\nThis event is especially valuable for high school students\, college-bound students\, young adults interested in leadership or public service\, and students who may benefit from scholarship support. \nScholarship Opportunity\nStudents may also apply for $3\,000 in scholarships\, with the scholarship winner announced during the event. \nScholarship Application Deadline: June 4\, 2026\nScholarship Application Form: Scholarship Application \nStudents are strongly encouraged to complete the scholarship application as soon as possible. \n\nScholarship Application\n\nEvent Details\nEvent: NFBPA Greater Houston Public Administration Day\nDate: Saturday\, June 6\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM \nLocation:\nJim & Joann Fonteno Senior Education Center\n6600 Bissonnet St.\nHouston\, TX 77074 \nEvent Registration Instructions\nStudents must register through Eventbrite to ensure they are accounted for on Saturday\, June 6. \nTo register: \n\nVisit the Eventbrite registration page: Event Registration\nSelect Saturday\, June 6\nChoose the “Public Administration Day Student” ticket option\nThe student ticket is $0\, but registration is required for attendance planning\n\nHelp Us Share This Opportunity\nMBK Houston encourages partners\, schools\, youth-serving organizations\, mentors\, and families to share this opportunity with students who are exploring their future after high school. \nPublic Administration Day is a chance for young people to see themselves as future leaders\, decision-makers\, public servants\, and community changemakers. \nStudents should register for the event and apply for the scholarship as soon as possible.
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SUMMARY:MBK & Houston Public Library Reading Buddies Initiative
DESCRIPTION:Strengthening Early Literacy Through Connection and Community\nMy Brother’s Keeper Houston\, in partnership with the Houston Public Library\, is launching the Reading Buddies Initiative during Spring and Summer 2026 to support early literacy and build confidence for elementary-aged readers across Houston. \nThis initiative pairs kindergarten through fifth grade students with high school and college-age volunteers for short\, consistent\, and engaging reading sessions held at Houston Public Library locations throughout the city. \nHow the Reading Buddies Program Works\nReading Buddies is designed to be impactful for students and manageable for volunteers: \n\nVolunteers are paired one-on-one with a K to 5 student\nEach session includes four 20-minute reading blocks\nA 3-minute transition period allows time to rotate participants between sessions\nSessions take place once per week at the library location selected by the volunteer\nTotal time commitment is just under 90 minutes per week\n\nPrograms run for 9-week cycles: \n\nSpring Session: March 30 to May 30\, 2026\nSummer Session: June 8 to July 31\, 2026\n\nWhy Reading Buddies Matters\nEarly literacy is a key predictor of long-term academic success. When students experience reading as supportive\, relational\, and fun\, they are more likely to: \n\nImprove reading fluency and comprehension\nBuild confidence and positive associations with learning\nStrengthen communication and social skills\nStay engaged in school\n\nBy pairing younger students with older peers\, Reading Buddies also creates leadership pathways and meaningful service opportunities for youth and young adults. \nCalling All Volunteers\nMBK Houston is currently recruiting high school and college students to serve as Reading Buddies. Volunteers will: \n\nSupport elementary students during weekly reading sessions\nServe as positive role models in a public library setting\nChoose a preferred Houston Public Library location where they can reliably attend\nParticipate in a brief virtual orientation and training before placement\n\nVolunteers can select from multiple library locations\, including: \n\nMcCrane-Kashmere Gardens\nRobinson-Westchase\nOak Forest\nFlores\n\nSpecific days and times are listed on the sign-up form \nWhat Volunteers Receive\nVolunteers who complete their commitment will receive: \n\nAn official volunteer hours letter\nEligibility for letters of recommendation for school\, scholarships\, jobs\, internships\, or service organizations\nHands-on experience working with youth in a structured\, supportive environment\n\nWho Should Volunteer\n\nHigh school students seeking service hours or leadership experience\nCollege and trade program students interested in education\, literacy\, or youth development\nYoung adults passionate about giving back to their community\n\nNo prior tutoring experience is required. Volunteers should enjoy working with children and be able to commit consistently for one session cycle. \nVolunteers must complete the Houston Public Library’s (HPL) Volunteer Form: \n\nYouth (14-17) https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/1ed89539745d442dac3ff77d999979f3\nAdults (18+) https://app.smartsheet.com/b/form/592a1aecfa2e44678424702e7c3a1418\n\n* Under why are you interested in volunteering at HPL? – enter will be participating in the Reading Buddies program. \nJoin the Reading Buddies Initiative\nReading Buddies is more than a program. It is a commitment to ensuring every child feels supported\, capable\, and encouraged as they grow as readers. \nInterested volunteers should complete the Reading Buddies Volunteer Interest and Sign-Up Form and select their preferred library location. \nTogether\, we can build stronger readers and stronger communities\, one page at a time.
URL:https://mbkhouston.com/event/mbk-houston-public-library-reading-buddies-initiative/
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SUMMARY:Be Someone Career Exploration and Hiring Fair
DESCRIPTION:Explore Careers. Connect with Employers. Get Hired.\nMBK Houston\, in partnership with Hire Gulf Coast Youth and Workforce Solutions\, invites young people to attend the upcoming Be Someone Career Exploration and Hiring Fair at the Kashmere Multi-Service Center. \nThis event is designed to help youth and young adults explore career options\, connect directly with employers\, and discover opportunities that can support their next steps toward employment\, training\, and long-term career success. \nAbout the Event\nThe Be Someone Career Exploration and Hiring Fair creates a welcoming space for young people to learn about available career pathways and engage with organizations ready to support their future. \nParticipants will have the opportunity to: \n\nExplore different career fields and industries\nConnect with employers and workforce partners\nLearn about job opportunities and hiring pathways\nGain exposure to resources that support career readiness\nTake meaningful steps toward employment and economic mobility\n\nThis event aligns with MBK Houston’s commitment to helping youth access opportunity\, build confidence\, and move from education and training into meaningful employment. \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is open to youth and young adults ages 16 to 24 who are interested in exploring careers\, meeting employers\, and learning more about job opportunities. \nStudents\, recent graduates\, young adults seeking employment\, and youth exploring their next move are encouraged to attend. \nEvent Details\nEvent: Be Someone Career Exploration and Hiring Fair\nDate: Tuesday\, June 30\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM \nLocation:\nKashmere Multi-Service Center\n4802 Lockwood Dr.\nHouston\, TX 77026 \nRegistration\nYouth are encouraged to register in advance. \nRegister today: http://bit.ly/4f0lg62 \nContact Information\nFor more information\, contact: \nHGCYEast@wrksolutions.com\n713-493-0052 \nTake the Next Step\nYour future. Your city. Your move. \nWhether you are looking for your first job\, exploring a new career path\, or ready to connect with employers\, the Be Someone Career Exploration and Hiring Fair is an opportunity to show up\, learn\, connect\, and take your next step.
URL:https://mbkhouston.com/event/be-someone-career-exploration-and-hiring-fair/
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SUMMARY:2026 Tech Fest Live: STEM Go Pro Day
DESCRIPTION:2026 STEM Go Pro Day with Tech Fest Live\nConnecting Students to Technology\, Sports\, Innovation\, and Future Careers\nMBK Houston is proud to partner with Tech Fest Live for the 2026 STEM Go Pro Day\, a high-energy student experience designed to expose young people to real-world careers in STEM\, technology\, sports\, innovation\, and the future workforce. \nAs Houston continues to grow as a global city for innovation\, education\, energy\, health care\, technology\, and sports\, events like STEM Go Pro Day help ensure that students are not only watching the future happen around them\, but are being prepared to lead it. \nAbout STEM Go Pro Day\nSTEM Go Pro Day brings together students\, educators\, industry leaders\, community partners\, and career professionals for a day of interactive learning\, career exploration\, and hands-on exposure. \nStudents will have the opportunity to explore how STEM shows up in everyday life and in exciting industries connected to technology\, athletics\, engineering\, media\, data\, innovation\, and workforce development. \nThis event is designed to help students see what is possible\, ask questions\, engage with professionals\, and discover career pathways they may not have known existed. \nWhy This Event Matters\nMany students are interested in their future\, but they may not always have access to people\, spaces\, and experiences that help them understand what different careers actually look like. \nSTEM Go Pro Day helps close that exposure gap by connecting students directly to: \n\nReal-world STEM and technology experiences\nCareer pathways connected to sports\, innovation\, and industry\nConversations with professionals and community leaders\nHands-on learning opportunities\nWorkforce development resources\nInspiration for postsecondary education\, training\, and career planning\n\nFor MBK Houston\, this partnership aligns with our commitment to helping boys and young men of color access the opportunities\, information\, and support needed to thrive from school to career. \nWhat Students Can Expect\nStudents attending STEM Go Pro Day can look forward to an engaging experience that may include: \n\nInteractive STEM activities\nCareer exploration opportunities\nExposure to technology and innovation\nOpportunities to connect with industry professionals\nConversations about future workforce needs\nA chance to imagine themselves in careers connected to Houston’s growing industries\n\nThis is more than a field trip or one-day event. It is an opportunity for students to expand their vision\, explore new possibilities\, and begin thinking differently about their future. \nEvent Details\nEvent: 2026 STEM Go Pro Day with Tech Fest Live\nDate: Thursday\, July 30\, 2026\nTime: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM \nLocation:\nShell Energy Stadium\nHouston\, Texas \nWho Should Attend\nThis event is ideal for: \n\nMiddle and high school students\nStudents interested in STEM\, technology\, sports\, media\, innovation\, or career exploration\nYouth-serving organizations\nSchools and educators\nCommunity partners committed to workforce readiness and student success\n\nJoin Us\nMBK Houston invites students\, families\, educators\, and community partners to help spread the word about STEM Go Pro Day. \nTogether\, we can build access\, awareness\, and opportunity for the next generation of Houston leaders. \nRegister to attend and be part of the future of STEM.
URL:https://mbkhouston.com/event/2026-tech-fest-live-stem-go-pro-day/
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