Houston Hispanic Forum Career and Education Day

Save the Date: Houston Hispanic Forum Career and Education Day - Saturday, February 14th

Mark your calendar and join the Houston Hispanic Forum for their upcoming Career and Education Day!

Career and Education Day is a FREE event that gives students from grades 6 through 12, their parents, guardians, teachers and counselors an opportunity to learn about rewarding careers, the college application process, how to pay for higher education and much more!

During the 29th Annual Career & Education Day (CED), attendees will enjoy:  FREE child care, lunch for the whole family, assistance with FAFSA and DACA, tax preparations onsite, and the following helpful resources:

• 55+ Industry Leaders will discuss professions and careers (divided up by House Bill 5, Endorsements).
• 100+ Colleges, Universities, Trade Schools and Companies will be on hand to chat about courses of study to be successful.
• Admission and Financial Aid Plaza will provide valuable information on admission requirements, scholarships, financial aid and family financial assistance programs.
• Plus:
• Middle School Track
• Counselor Track
• Parent Track

For more information, visit hispanic-forum.org.

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SBEF Hosts 3rd Annual Sporting Clay Tournament

For Immediate Release    

January 6, 2015

Contact:  Elaine Reeder Mayo, 713.882.2517

SBEF Hosts 3^rd Annual Sporting Clay Tournament
Participants Aim to Enhance Education

Left to right: Co-chairs Kirk Guilanshah, Pat Zadow and

David Pruitt

Spring Branch Education Foundation (SBEF) will sponsor its third annual Sporting Clay Tournament on Thursday, Feb. 19, at American Shooting Centers, 16500 Westheimer Parkway. The event, which raises funds for SBISD grant and scholarships, is co-chaired by Kirk Guilanshah of Memorial Hermann, David Pruitt of DBR and Pat Zadow of IBI Group.

The tournament welcomes shooters of all skill sets from novice to expert. Registration, lunch and games begin at 11 a.m., and a safety briefing follows at 12:30 p.m. The 1 p.m. shoot includes 100 rounds and concludes with a raffle and award ceremony.

“Not only will participants enjoy an exciting tournament, they will contribute toward a good cause,” Guilanshah said. “The Foundation does an outstanding job of providing valuable programs to enhance the education of every student on every SBISD campus.”

Sponsorship levels start at $250 for individuals, $880 for a four-person team. For additional sponsorship and underwriting opportunities, please visit the Sporting Clay website or download the brochure on the SBEF website. Call 713.251.2381 for more information.

About Spring Branch Education Foundation

Spring Branch Education Foundation is committed to supporting SBISD students and educators. It partners with the district and community to fund programs that enhance education and prepare students for the future. Since 1993, the Foundation has raised more than $8 million and received the Houston Business Promise Award from the Greater Houston Partnership.

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