A Conversation on Education and Workforce Development
About The Event
A thriving Rio Grande Valley requires a 21st century workforce. As our economy changes, new and different skills and educational experiences are needed for students. Join us as Teach For America hosts a breakfast conversation on challenges and opportunities for our region to improve educational outcomes and influence our economic development. Join us for a breakfast featuring remarks from: - Texas Workforce Commissioner, Julian Alvarez III - Texas Education Agency Deputy Commissioner, Martin Winchester - Master of Ceremonies, Rene Capistran
About Teach For America
Teach For America has been partnering with schools and communities in the Rio Grande Valley since 1991. Currently close to 70 corps members and over 170 alumni work both from both inside and outside the classroom to expand opportunities for local students.
Advisory Board
Deborah Cordova
Yolanda Gonzalez- vice-chair
Atanacio Hinojosa
Mario Lizcano
Gina Lobato
Marilyn Osborn- chair
Juan Padron
Jason Powell
Tim Sears
Event Sponsors
Sponsorship Benefits
Valedictorian: $2,000
- logo featured on event website
- logo in the program
- verbal mention at the event
- social media promotion
- access to the featured speakers
Salutatorian: $1,000
- logo featured on event website
- logo in the program
- verbal mention at the event
- social media promotion