EEYP Fall 2022 Newsletter

Fort Bend County Expose Excellence Youth Program

NEWSLETTER 2ND EDITION

FALL 2022

EXPOSE EXCELLENCE SUMMER IMPACT This summer was blazing hot with temperatures over 100 degrees AND an amazing summer line up of events, camps, field trips, presentations and more! We had a blast with the students and hope they had a great summer and an even better school year!

Get a preview of all the things we did this summer with the Fort Bend youth and what we have in store for Fall semester in this newsletter.

Adrianna (Anna) Strozik- Roberts Middle School Shruthi Sekaran- Anne Sullivan Elementary

YOUTH SPOTLIGHT Our Summer Pen Pal

participants came together in early-August to finally meet.

Not only did they meet each other for the first time, but

they also made NEW friends with other participants like Adrianna & Shruthi!

IN THIS ISSUE

Summer Recap

Behind The Scenes Back To School

EEYP Back to School Picks EEYP Programs Fall Events

EEYP Foundation Board @ Indus Arts Ceremony

Expose Excellence Progress Report for 2022 Students Impacted- Goal: 500 Current: 391 Schools Reached- Goal: 50 Current: 58 Volunteer Opportunities- Goal: 8 Current: 4 Community Outreach Events- Goal:24 Current: 23 Family Engagement Events: Goal: 5 Current: 3

JUNE Blood Drive 06/04/22

The EEYP team helped support the blood drive hosted by Moms Demand Action

at the Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office. The blood drive was an absolute success as community leaders came out to support the initiative. Thank you to all who were able to donate blood!

Pen Pal Program 06/06/22

In an effort to help students improve their writing and give kids a fun and safe summer activity, we created

the Pen Pal Program. Students were paired based on their interests and hobbies. They dropped off their

letters and would pick them up at

their designated libraries. So many Fort Bend County students participated!

Indus Art Camp 06/17/22

EEYP joined forces with the Indus Arts Council to create a summer art

program “Truck Art and Me”. Students were

introduced to truck art

from Pakistan. Students learned the history and

culture behind the art form and the Urdu language associated with it. The

program concluded with a graduation ceremony

showcasing the students' works of art including

benches and truck art.

Juneteenth

(Sponsored and Attended) 06/17/22

The EEYP attended the

Juneteenth Celebration hosted by Fort Bend

County Judge, K.P. George.

There were special

performances, food, and special guests. It was a wonderful celebration.

The EEYP also had a table at the Missouri City

Juneteenth Celebration-

Family Night. We provided several family activities like a game truck, rock

wall, and bounce house.

The night ended with a family movie.

College Campus Tour 07/07/22

Students were given the opportunity to visit 4 college campuses:

Texas State Technical

College, Texas Southern University, University of Houston, and Wharton

County Junior College.

Students started at

Texas State Technical College where they

learned about careers

in the mechanical and welding industry. Then we went to Texas

Southern University and met Mr. TSU! Students ate lunch at the

University of Houston

and toured the campus.

The day ended with

Wharton County Junior

College where students learned about careers like processing technology.

JULY

Defensive Line Skills and Drills

Expose Excellence partnered with Total Performance Fitness gym in

Stafford to sponsor a defensive line skills and drills session. Professional athletes who play for the Green Bay Packers led the workouts and gave

our students some tips they can take back to their football teams in the fall.

Pushin’ P Drive

EEYP started a back to school drive to collect pens and pencils for students. Over 1000 pens and pencils

were collected! Thank you to all who donated.

Youth Law Enforcement Academy 07/18/22-07/21/22

Students from Fort Bend County were selected to attend our 4-day youth law

enforcement academy where they learned the ins and outs of law enforcement.

Investigators and law enforcement personnel taught classes on topics that included

domestic violence, SWAT, FBI, K9s, cyberbullying and more. Breakfast and lunch were provided by sponsors. The students had a great time!

AUGUST Seeds of Gratitude Celebration 08/07/22

EEYP attended the 32nd annual

celebration for the World Youth Foundation. There were special performances and moving

speeches. Congresswoman, Sheila Jackson Lee, made an

appearance, gave a wonderful speech, and recognized outstanding students.

Scholarships were given to

promising students. It was a nice celebration.

Exchange Club of Fort

Bend Meeting 08/10/22 The EEYP team

attended the Exchange Club of Fort Bend

meeting and met with professionals who

shared some of the

same goals as EEYP. Community leaders

like John Healy and

Tyra McCollum were in attendance. It was a great opportunity to

share ideas and goals with a fantastic organization.

KP George Resource Fair 08/11/22

EEYP had a table at the Fort Bend County Resource Fair.

The annual fair is held to promote the variety of services the county

provides for the residents of Fort Bend County.

Pen Pal Mixer 08/08/22

The students of the pen pal

program had the opportunity to

finally meet their summer pen pal in-person. Some students even

brought gifts! The students made new friends and some decided to continue writing to each other

after the EEYP Pen Pal Program.

LCISD Back to School Block Party 08/13/22

EEYP had a table at the LCISD Block Party event. Parents and students

attended the event and stopped at

our table. Questions were answered and freebies were given. Several vendors attended and there was even a dunking booth!

BEHIND ES N E C S E TH

Houston Area TAPS Training

We attended the Teens and Police

Service Academy training with other law enforcement agencies. Our goal is to to remove the stigma between youth and law enforcement by

incorporating what we learned in training through our programs!

Fort Bend County Active Shooter Training

EEYP completed the Active

Shooter Training at Gus George Law Enforcement Academy. We packed wounds, applied

tourniquets, and practiced safety techniques on how to respond in case of an active shooter.

Violence Prevention Conference Expose Excellence attended the

Violence Prevention Conference put

on by Harris County Public Health. We got some great take aways about

school safety and gun violence that have us prepared for in school programing this year!

Back to School Tips for a Great Year Be respectful to everyone Stay hydrated throughout the day Don't procrastinate!

Find study strategies that work for you Join student organizations and clubs See something, say something. Seriously!

Don't be afraid to ask questions

Get plenty of sleep

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Safety Tips For Back To School

See Something, Say Something If you see or hear something that raises concern, tell a trusted teacher or administrator

Pay Attention to All Safety Drills Use this time to pay attention to the procedures during each specific drill so that you are well prepared.

Learn All Exits Take note of all the nearest exits by each of your classes, restrooms, cafeteria, gym, etc.

Keep A Copy of The School Layout This can be found on the school website or in the parent/student handbook

Learn Your Campus Security Personnel Familiarize yourself with campus security, their names, and where you can find them

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School Hoodie or Sweatshirt

“I’m always cold. I was always cold back in high school and I’m always cold now. If you’re always cold like me, I recommend a hoodie or sweatshirt!

You can keep it in your backpack or locker when you don’t need it. And you could possibly help a friend that violated dress code (speaking from experience).”

Rechargeable Power Bank

"1 had one of those indestructible, hold-acharge-forever phones when I was in high school. But in 2022, I always have a battery pack with me. This is definitely an essential item for anyone that uses their phone or tablet throughout the day. No more looking for an available outlet!”

6 Click Pen

"If you enjoy using multiple colors when taking notes, this multi-color pen is for you. You can easily differentiate the subject or topics you are studying by simply switching the color of the pen. And it’ll save space in your pencil bag instead having multiple pens and highlighters.”

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PICKS

JanSport Backpack

I am all about convenience and comfort. I also prefer solid colors. The JanSport backpack is my absolute favorite. JanSport backpacks come in many sizes and colors. They are sturdy and will protect important documents. A simple accessory that will match with any outfit!

Fun fact: This is my actual backpack! I use it almost every day and have had it since I was a freshman in college (that’s 10 years!)

Canvas Vans

White Vans sneakers are my top choice for footwear. They are my favorite style and can go with many outfits. It’s simple, comfortable and keeps me from tripping on the sidewalk.

Portable Umbrella

I always carry an umbrella, rain or shine. This is Texas. With this weather, you never know.

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Keychain Alarm

Safety is a big deal for me because when I feel safe, I feel strong. This keychain is the safest form of self defense for children who walk home after school or for adults who like to go places without telling

anyone (that was totally a dig at myself). You can hook this to your backpack or purse so that you have easy access to it.

Insulated Water Bottle

I don't like warm drinks. If it's not piping hot tea or coffee, the drink needs to be ICE cold. These water

bottles keep drinks at the right temperature so if I want

cold orange juice or hot chocolate in the morning, I can drink it on the go!

Monogram Necklace

Monogram necklaces are super trendy right now and is a good way for students to brand their identity.

These necklaces are unisex and look cool with with anything. You can even layer them with other necklaces!

Expose Excellence Youth Programs EEYP now offers FOUR different types of in school and after school programs! All programs are offered to: Fort Bend schools Students ages 10-17 FREE! Email Juno at Juno.Okoro@fbctx.gov for more information

Leadership Development Program

Art Exploration Program

Anti Bullying Program

Journalism Program

Coming Up This Fall Upcoming Events & Programs FB County Fair Parade - Sept. 23rd Rosenberg PD National Night Out 2022 - Oct. 4th Helping Hands Youth Volunteer Opportunity - Oct. 8th Halloween Trunk or Treat -TBD Black Panther 2 Screening - TBD Fall SAT Bootcamp 1 & 2 -TBD

Follow Us!

Christmas Cheers Fundraising Dinner - Dec. 16th Spring Fundraising Gala - TBD

Follow us on social media to get updates and sign up for all events we have coming up.

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THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SUMMER SPONSORS AND PARTNERS!!

If you would like to sponsor or partner with Expose Excellence, contact Juno at Juno.Okoro@fbctx.com