We welcome teens and adults to join us for a conversation and interactive session, as we shed light on period issues, period poverty, and period hygiene and how it impacts the lives of so many. Hosted by Jane's Special packs a non-profit inspiring women everywhere to break the silence and foster a community that advocates for period equity. There will be an opportunity to create your own period pack!
Teens
Turn your food scraps into soil magic! Join in on these interactive composting classes and learn how to compost the right way - doing it yourself! Registration is required - please register online at Houston School of Compost.
What you'll learn:
Growing up is weird — Teening 101 is here to help. Join us for a lighthearted summer series where teens can learn real-world basics like career exploration, budgeting, interviewing, and other life skills without the boring lecture vibe. Fun, practical, and low-pressure.
Ready to re-enter today’s workforce with confidence? Join us for a practical, empowering one-on-one meeting designed to help you take the next step in your career journey!
Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.
What we offer:
Step into the wild!
Join us for an exciting Exotic Animal Show featuring live animals and unforgettable encounters. Travel through time as you learn about the amazing animals from the age of dinosaurs to the incredible creatures we share the planet with today. Our shows are packed with fun facts and up-close experiences, perfect for curious kids of all ages and animal-loving adults. Get ready to experience the wild with Wild Things Zoofari!
RexFlix is your weekly Tuesday night destination for all things dinosaur — kick back for a dino-themed movie and take on your friends in a battle of board games. It's the most prehistoric fun you'll have all week.
This program is open to tweens and teens aged 11 to 18. Registration is not required, but space may be limited.
There will be a brief lesson for beginners at the beginning of the session. Each class go over the following:
How each chess pieces moveChess rulesReview how to use a chess clockHow to use notationHow to set up the chess boardDiscuss special movesDescribe check and checkmateReview chess principalsCover minor tacticsDiscuss end game principalsThen members will get a chance to play each other**Ages 9-17 ONLY & FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE**
Use a template or create your own design using acyllic paint pens on a sheet of plastic...then, shrink it! Your mini shrinky dink can be made intoa keychain, earrings, or magnet.
***All other supplies provided***
Not sure if your résumé is helping or hurting your chances? Join us for a fun and informative presentation where we break down what makes a résumé stand out — and what makes it land in the “meh” pile.
We’ll cover:
What employers actually look for (spoiler: it’s not fancy fonts)
How to showcase your skills without sounding like a robot
Common mistakes to avoid — and how to fix them
Tips to tailor your résumé for the job you want
Connect with a Future U advisor! Discover the college and career resources around you.
Get help with:
Resume & cover lettersFAFSA applicationFree resources for career developmentTo make an appointment, please click on the link below or call. Virtual appointments are also available.
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