“In the early ‘90s, Central Heights was the type of neighborhood where you would get off the school bus, do your homework, and come to the park to play ball until the street lights came on. It was a tough neighborhood, with rivalries and occasional … Continue readingTIE program sets positive course for young men
“I’d say I was a curious kid. My mom would say destructive. When she was in my room cleaning, I only allowed her to touch my bed or chest of drawers. I had piles all over the room. I had a pile for an old, … Continue readingRobotics team mentor helps other ‘curious’ kids
“Throughout my life, it seems like people have always been seeking my advice on how to handle certain situations. I’ve often wondered, why me? What is it that I provide that’s helpful? Maybe it stems from the fact that I’ve been through some hell, and … Continue readingLife coach draws on her own experiences
Allen Guy didn’t enjoy a storybook childhood. Early life chapters were filled with things like an absent father, exposure to drugs and an infant brother who died in his arms. As he got older, things didn’t get much easier. … Continue readingYBS Mentoring makes positive impact on youth
“At my day job, I manage tech support for the Harris County Department of Education. We provide support services to all the schools in the county. Along with that, I volunteer through our head start programs. I read to children once a month at two … Continue readingMagician helps less fortunate kids get a head start
“My college mentor is pretty cool. I want to be like her. Years ago when she got her bachelor’s degree and then her master’s, she was able to keep a 4.0 GPA, and I think that’s great. Mine’s not there quite yet, but I’m working … Continue readingMentor sets great example for college student
“I’m part of the PALS program at Lee High School. We help out in the community with mini-service projects. “Every week we have assigned schools that we go to. We mentor kids from elementary schools to middle schools. You get to meet and connect with … Continue readingHe enjoys serving as role model for young students