Our students shined in last night's Poetry Slam! Thanks to all who participated, to all who came out to watch, and to our judges, Terrell Johnican, Jasmine Ino , Casilya Smith, and Kevin Aregbe. Congratulations to our Cedric Maddox for honorable mention and to winners Carlee Berglund (3rd place), Broderick McKinney (2nd place), and Jayda Smith (1st place)!
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This March 30 from 4:00-6:30pm, students can take the mic and speak their minds at the Houston Southwest Poetry Slam, presented by the Texas Afterschool Centers on Education! Last day to sign up is today, March 20!
Have a safe and memorable Spring Break!
There was speaking, dancing, music, and magic! This afternoon's Texans Can - Oak Cliff's Afterschool Centers on Education Talent Show turned students into stars!
This March 30 from 4:00-6:30pm, students can take the mic and speak their minds at the Houston Southwest Poetry Slam, presented by the Texas Afterschool Centers on Education!
In view of today's weather forecast and out of an abundance of caution, all DFW campus after-school activities are canceled Thursday, March 2, 2023. Stay safe!
Did you know Women's History Month began in 1987, following the popularity of President Carter's 1980 declaration making the week of March 8 National Women's History Week? And that declaration grew out of a week-long celebration started by a California school district?
All it takes is a caring community like you. Tomorrow, please be the magic in our students’ future this March 1-2 for Amplify Austin. https://www.amplifyatx.org/organizations/texans-can-academies-austin
Magic is all around. It’s in the community we’re all part of. Amplify students’ futures this March 1-2 during Amplify Austin.
Families, Dr. Ponce's Town Hall is tonight at 6:30, when he will share updates on the possible four-day instructional week and answer questions you have asked. Students, see your email for your Zoom invitation. CC in Spanish available.
ACE fest at Houston Southwest! Students read good books, heard positive messages, stretched their brains, prepared for the STAAR, and got informed on career options! Even parents got treats! #afterschoolcentersoneducation
Want a new way to connect to Texans Can? Next week, learn all about it!
Celebrating Black History Month
An immunologist who studies viruses, Dr. Corbett’s work with the National Institutes of Health led to the development of the highly effective mRNA vaccine against COVID-19. She teaches courses in immunology at Harvard.
Fort Worth students received a visit from Irving-based Universal Technical Institute and learned about their vocational programs, including automotive, diesel, welding, aviation, HVAC, and more! Did you know 70,000 auto tech jobs are open nationwide, and thousands in DFW?
We’ve made it easier for you to stay in touch with us! Texans Can is pleased to announce its new, more user-friendly website! Come visit! texanscan.org
We’re so glad you’re committed to mission! THANK YOU to all who marked #GivingTuesday’s tenth year by meeting our students’ needs!
Welcome to back to school!
Running plays for the new school year! Student success is a team effort—that's why principals and leaders have come together to perfect their strategies (and build unbeatable team spirit!) for our students in this year's Leadership Conference.
Media Day at Texans Can’s Leadership Conference! Members of this winning franchise are pumped for another year of winning with all students! 🏅#TransformingLives #ProfessionalDevelopment
