FORT BEND COUNTY EXPOSE EXCELLENCE YOUTH PROGRAM
2023 WINTER NEWSLETTER What a year, folks! As 2023 wrapped up, we were bursting to share our awesome triumphs with you. We rallied support for TWO fundraisers, cheered on Fort Bend County's community events, volunteered like champs, and even got to strut our stuff in front of FBC Commissioners Court! This issue is packed with all the juicy deets of our last two years and a sneak peek of what's to come in the new year. Get ready to be wowed! FBCDA 3RD ANNUAL BIKE RIDE HOSTED BY EXPOSE EXCELLENCE
IN THIS ISSUE
Winter Programs and Events 3rd Annual FBCDA Bike Ride Commissioners Court Presentation Christmas Cheers Recap Plans for 2024
Expose Excellence Progress Report Students Impacted- Goal: 500 Current: 514 Schools Reached- Goal: 50 Current: 66 Volunteer Opportunities- Goal: 8 Current: 8 Community Outreach Events- Goal: 24 Current: 33 Family Engagement Events: Goal: 5 Current: 3
September Child Advocates of FB Annual Breakfast The EEYP staff attended the 13th Annual Voices For Children Breakfast hosted by Child Advocates of Fort Bend. We enjoy supporting the events of our partner organizations.
Texian Exchange Club Presentation We stopped by Fulshear to present to the Texian Exchange Club and talk about the upcoming bike ride hosted by the Expose Excellence Youth Foundation. Members of the FBCDA Office also accompanied us. Thank you Texian Exchange for the invitation!
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October
3rd Annual FBCDA Bike Ride Hosted by Expose Excellence
This event featured 20, 40, and 55mile routes protected by law enforcement to ensure a smooth continuous ride from start to finish with zero traffic stops. The bike ride also had a 1K Color Run for Youth plus face-painting! Proceeds from the event benefitted survivors of violent crimes and youth in Fort Bend County. Read more on page 7!
Rosenberg PD National Night Out
The Expose Excellence team participated in the Rosenberg Police Department’s #NationalNightOut. It was awesome seeing all of you who came by the table and said hi. We look forward to seeing you all next year!
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Fort Bend County Judge Annual Fall Festival The historic courthouse was buzzing with trick or treaters at the Fort Bend County Judge KP George Fall Festival! The Expose Excellence team had a great time passing out candy, mixing with the county agencies, and seeing the kids all dressed up.
FBC Commissioners Court Workshop Presentation EEYP presented a 20-minute recap of the accomplishments of the program to the Fort Bend County Commissioners Court. The presentation included statistics on the success of the leadership program and tutoring sessions, and testimonials from students, parents, and school administration.
November Shared Dreams Volunteering
The EEYP team went to Shared Dreams, an organization that provides assistance to FBISD students, and volunteered their time for a great cause. The team sorted essential clothing like socks and jackets. EEYP encourages both students and adults to volunteer in the community!
SAT Tutorial Session
Expose Excellence hosted 2 free SAT tutoring workshops this semester. We had our largest turn out during the November session at Wharton County Junior CollegeRichmond campus. The students and parents gave great feedback after the workshop.
December
Justice Center Mural
EEYP students met in-person and virtually to design a mural with world renowned muralist Reginald C. Adams. The completed mural will be installed in the Fort Bend County Justice Center in 2024. Stay tuned for information on unveiling ceremony!
United Way Fort Bend
The community organizations and non-profits of Fort Bend County came together to celebrate the holidays with the United Way. We enjoyed games like bingo and Family Feud while sharing resources and information about youth services offered by EEYP.
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On October 7th, Expose Excellence hosted the 3rd Annual Fort Bend DA Bike Ride. Cyclists from all over the city came out to support the cause and enjoy a smooth, unobstructed route secured by law enforcement. The event also featured a color run for the youth and physical activity for everyone. Special thanks to all the FBCDA employees and youth volunteers that came out. The bike ride generated over $40,000 in sponsorships and donations! Proceeds from the event benefit survivors of violent crimes and youth in Fort Bend County through the Fort Bend County Expose Excellence Youth Foundation. Big thank you to NTV America for being the title sponsor of the 3rd Annual Bike Ride. For more information on future bike rides, be sure to follow us on social media! TITLE SPONSOR
Exposing the Excellence In Fort Bend Youth for Two Years WOW! Can you wrap your head around it? It's been a whole TWO YEARS since Expose Excellence came to life! During this time, we've had the privilege of meeting some truly remarkable young folks, exploring thrilling new spots, teaming up with other youth groups and Fort Bend powerhouses, and throwing some epic community events that were free for all! We owe a massive THANK YOU to everyone who has had our backs every step of the way. Without your support, we couldn't have run our after-school programs, awarded scholarships to deserving students, or taken these bright minds on enriching educational outings.
Hey there! Get ready to feast your eyes on the most amazing FBC Commissioners Court presentation ever!
Christmas Cheers
Howdy Holidays This year, Expose Excellence Youth Foundation hosted its 2nd annual holiday-themed fundraiser benefitting Fort Bend County Expose Excellence Youth Program at Hampton Inn Sugar Land. We had a howdy ol’ time celebrating another amazing year for the youth program with our amazing supporters. Winners of the “Expose Your Excellence” talent show from the Festival of One gave a phenomenal live performance of the night. Mrs. Chakilla White and Judge Lewis White donated another $30,000 towards Fort Bend student scholarships! All funds raised will go directly to the Fort Bend County Expose Excellence Program for 2024 community events and youth programming. For more pictures from the event, visit eeyfoundation.com.
SPRING 2024 L I N E U P
JANUARY
Willowridge Leadership Spring Program BF Terry Leadership Spring Program BHM Poetry Contest Opens
FEBRUARY
2/16: Poetry Contest Deadline 2/24: Exposing Black Artistry
MARCH
Youth Art Month Justice Center Mural Unveiling 3/2: SAT Tutoring 3/9: Spaghetti Cookoff Chakilla & Judge Lewis White Scholarship Application Opens
APRIL
4/6: STAAR English 1 Tutoring 4/20: STAAR Algebra 1 Tutoring Youth Law Enforcement Academy Application Opens
MAY
Chakilla & Judge Lewis White Scholarship Application Deadline 5/4: Teen Resume Workshop Youth Law Enforcement Academy Application Deadline
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR SPONSORS, DONORS, AND PARTNERS!!
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Program Manager Juno Okoro
Email: Juno.Okoro@fbctx.gov Desk #: 346-481-6052 Cell #: 832-451-8751
Raven Forrester
Program Coordinators
Email: Raven.Forrester@fbctx.gov Desk #: 346-481-6051
Wendi Palomera
Email: Wendi.Palomera@fbctx.gov Desk #: 346-481-6053