Preparing the Future Workforce

In April, EfTA volunteers will spend time at The Woodlands College Park and Grand Oaks High Schools to help prepare students for the future. Career Connections programming engages students with professionals in a variety of fields through monthly career panels, as well as one session of mock interviews. Tenth and eleventh grade participants get a chance to practice answering common interview questions about their strengths and weaknesses, as well as about where they see themselves in the future. Volunteers are needed on April 4, 6, 25, and 27 to either share their career stories or help with face-to-face interview preparation. Volunteers can learn more or register as Career Connections volunteers at efta-us.org/programs.

Founded in partnership with The Woodlands Area Chamber of Commerce, EDUCATION FOR TOMORROW ALLIANCE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating education and community partnerships that advance student success. With innovative programs focused on science, technology and career preparation, EfTA is the portal through which business leaders can access and strengthen local education.

LMC Class of 2023 Infrastructure Session

The LMC Class of 2023 spent the day on February 2 learning about infrastructure in Montgomery County at their Infrastructure Session, sponsored by Entergy Texas. After the morning Leadership Series, Session Director Erich Peterson ‘12 gave an introduction to infrastructure to start the day before the class heard from multiple speakers from the San Jacinto River Authority including Summer Hvasta, Bret Raley ‘13, and Heather Ramsey ‘22. The class got a tour of the Lake Conroe Dam, a local wastewater treatment plant, and the SJRA Surface Water Treatment Plant, before traveling to the Montgomery County Power Station for a tour and presentations from Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley and several speakers from Entergy Texas, including Stuart Barrett, Brian Garcia ‘19, and Brittany Chandler ‘22.

was held on Thursday, March 2. The City of Conroe sponsored the day. Lt. Scott Spencer ‘19 (Montgomery County Sheriff’s Office) and Assistant Chief Doug Adams ’18 (The Woodlands Fire Department) served as Session Directors for the day. The class learned about fire and EMS services, as well as law enforcement and how all of these leaders collaborate for the greater good of our community.

Montgomery with special guests and visits to the Nat Hart Davis Museum and Fernland Historical Park.

LMC Class of 2023 Public Safety Session

The LMC Class of 2023 Public Safety Session

LMC Leadership Master Class in Montgomery

The Leadership Master Class spent the day on January 31 learning in Montgomery. Hosted by the Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and MACC President Shannan Reid ‘16, their 3rd session of the year included highlights, challenges, and leadership perspectives of leaders in the Montgomery area. The class heard from Tom Foust of Margaritaville, Wade Nelson of The Nelson Company, Montgomery ISD School Board President Dr. Matt Fuller, and Brent Stokes of A Second Round Glass. They honed their leadership skills with Gigi Woodruff ‘95 and worked on their class case study on mental health in Montgomery County. They ended the day learning about the rich history of

LMC Leadership Master Class in Magnolia

It was a great day for the Leadership Master Class in Magnolia on February 28. Thank you to the Greater Magnolia Parkway Chamber of Commerce and President Sandy Barton ’18 for hosting the class at the beautiful Magnolia Event Center. The class heard from a leadership panel consisting of Dr. Todd Stephens, Shirley Jensen, and Chuck Adcox. They continued to hone their leadership skills with Gigi Woodruff ‘95 and presented their case study findings on mental health in Montgomery County. The class also heard from Precinct 2 Commissioner Charlie Riley before boarding a bus to tour new developments in Montgomery County include Audubon, Mill Creek, Magnolia Place, and Heritage Green.