GO Centers!  — local centers of energy & effort that focus on creating a college-going/career-readiness culture & promoting college/career awareness in the surrounding community.  “College” is any after-high school (post-secondary) learning:  career class, Adult Basic Education (literacy, GED preparation, English as a Second Language), technical certification; technical, associate, bachelor, master, doctoral, professional or post-graduate degree.

You are encouraged to proactively connect with any/all GO Centers:   offer to share your resources, audiences & collaborative partnerships.  GO Centers may need what you have or have what you need.

A phone call or e-inquiry to any/all GO Centers may help you discover, maximize & leverage win-win opportunities with GO Centers – to expand your prospective-student base, increase customer/alumni/donor loyalty, raise positive community awareness about your products or services or to associate your college, university, academic discipline/association/student organization/faith- or community-based organization/business’ brand with positive public image/higher-education stewardship/community engagement.  Other benefits of reaching out to & collaborating with

GO Centers are to [1] increase & strengthen your effectiveness via GO Centers’ respective community/collaborative partnerships; [2]  cultivate prospective partnerships while collaborating with GO Centers; [3] include GO Centers & their collaborative partnerships in your grant proposals; & [4] agree to be included in GO Centers‘ & their collaborative partners’ grant proposals.   

GO Centers‘ on-going successes & learning lessons inform their umbrella organization (Closing the Gaps Council/South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative:  www.ClosingTheGaps.org & www.Educ.TTU.edu/docs/ppt/P16%20Institute%20060909%20presentation.pptx – created in 2003) about effective ways to support & strengthen GO Centers‘ effectiveness. 

Some GO Centers (with computer, youth/family access to Web sites, etc.) offer direct services to students & first generation college families in schools & some after-school & faith-based programs.  Other GO Centers provide indirect services (these GO Centers are individuals, agencies, businesses, programs, institutes, centers, colleges, universities; non-profit, faith- & community-based organizations & even products/services to help direct-service GO Centers — that are reaching students & first generation college families — with resources, products & support they need to promote “Education:  GO Get It!”).  And some GO Centers are specifically on the list because they offer such effective strategies & powerful leverage points — serving as high-performance role models because of they ways they effective creating a college-going culture, inspire other GO Centers & nurture prosperous communities across the South Plains, the state, nation & Planet.  

Our Council (www.ClosingTheGaps.org), over-sight university (www.TTU.edu) & its GO Centers Liaison (Alice.White@TTU.edu) provide support for GO Centers by offering no-charge products, services, marketing systems, conferences, training opportunities & collaborative connections – in furtherance of GO Centers’ respective missions.  Ours is a collaborative, voluntary, flexible model designed to sustain dynamic, engaging, thriving, win-win, collaborative partnerships … across time & despite inevitable changes in leadership, legislation, oversight responsibility; organizational structure, personnel or funding sources.

Please visit this entry occasionally for updates about new GO Centers, Mobile GO Centers, High School & Collegiate G-Force Teams/Members, Founders & Champions from all institutions of higher education – throughout the 20-county area (Texas Education Agency’s Education Service Center Region XVII) across the South Plains of Texas, the state, nation & Planet.  Ask Alice.White@TTU.edu for an e-version of this color-coded, 85-page document with details (below) for all 411 GO Centers.

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”

Nelson Mandela

“Learning is the best of all wealth.  It is easy to carry.  Thieves cannot steal it, & tyrants cannot seize it; neither fire nor water can destroy it.  And far from decreasing, it increases by giving.”  The Naladiyar

Locations, Sponsors, G-Force Coordinators, Founders & Champions of GO Centers and potential GO Centers on the South Plains of Texas in the following counties (listed by North to South & West to East geographical orientation):

Bailey, Lamb, Hale, Floyd, Motley, Cottle

Cochran, Hockley, Lubbock, Crosby, Dickens, King

Yoakum, Terry, Lynn, Garza, Kent

Gaines, Dawson, Borden

Make sure your school/district,* business, faith- or community-based organizations, agencies, associations & service clubs are on the GO Center list, below (for your convenience:  listed alphabetically by TOPIC or TOWN).  TOPICS include “ABUNDANCE OF MONEY or OTHER RESOURCES;” “AFRICAN AMERICAN-RELATED;” “APPLY … FOR COLLEGE;” “BUSINESS &/OR EMPLOYEE-FOCUSED;” “EARLY CHILDHOOD;” “FAITH-BASED;” “HEALTH;” “HISPANIC-FOCUSED;” INTERNATIONALLY FOCUSED;” “JUVENILE/JUSTICE; “MOBILE GO CENTERS;” “SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATH.” 

Refer businesses, faith- & community-based organizations, agencies, associations & service clubs (wherever you work, worship, volunteer, learn, play or thrive) to Alice.White@TTU.edu – so that they may be invited to join our GO Center family.  Together we can thrive, learn & prosper.

1.  ABERNATHY High School, www.AbernathyISD.com  Angie Cunningham (ACunningham@AbernathyISD.com) & Stephanie Siler (SSiler@AbernathyISD.com) or 806-298-2563, x. 233 & Megan Young (MYoung@AbernathyISD.com).  www.CollegeForALLTexans.com or   https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/default2.cfm?AID=5&CFID=619085&CFTOKEN=42053928 & www.collegefortexans.com/index.cfm?objectid=643CABA6-E7FF-13DA-5704A4634DEE700D  9th through 12th-grade checklists for college &/or My 4-Year Plan to go to College.  En Espanol, tambien.  These bilingual, grade-level checklists help high school students make sure they are adequately preparing for college; & resources-rich link to Financial Aid Guides, high school counselor workbooks, & College Planning Guide — how-to guide helps high school students understand the academic preparation required for college and explains the process of applying for admissions and financial aid. The brochure provides high school course requirements as well as SAT and ACT score requirements for the state’s public universities. Bilingual.  Teacher LPearson@AbernathyISD.com

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2.  1-888-311-8881 & www.AIE.org & Richard.Sapp@TGSLC.org &  www.TGSLC.org  Money for college!  Toll-free financial-aid call center (en Espanol & in English; Monday-Thursday:  7a-6:50p; Friday, 7a-4:50p).  Source of no-charge, proven-effective, college-friendly resources & collaborative, outreach strategies for GO Center Sponsors, G-Force Teams, first-generation college students & families, businesses, faith- & community-based organizations, schools, higher education institutions & all. Order student-, family-, classroom- & organization-friendly posters, postcards, bookmarks, comic books & other engaging items (in Spanish & in English) at no charge:  http://TGOrder.TGSLC.org/ACB/Stores/3/Product1.asp?SID=3&Product_ID=114  Attractive postcards with compelling “the more you learn, the more you earn“ education & potential income data.   http://TGOrder.TGSLC.org/ACB/Stores/3/Product1.asp?SID=3&Product_ID=179  Attention-getting poster with the more you learn, the more you earn data.  http://TGOrder.TGSLC.org/ACB/Stores/3/Directory.asp?SID=3  Tip:  After you place an e-order & want to review more items available, click “Products…” at the upper left of the screen.  Also,  www.AIE.org/Handouts/Index.cfm  For Tips about College Visits & more.  www.AIE.org/AIEmail/Subscribe.cfm  Weekly e-updates to help prepare for college & beyond:  for youth & for families.  www.AIE.org/Financial_Literacy/Index.cfm  Interactive financial literacy tools:  dangers of spending on credit & paying minimum payments; credit reports, credit scores, credit-card repayment table, loan-repayment chart & more.  Also, resources to prepare families financially for college:  www.FSA4Counselors.Ed.Gov/NT4CM  Counselors may submit questions at www.FSA4Counselors.Ed.Gov/clcf/ContactUs.html or call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243). Students and parents may e-mail StudentAid@Ed.Gov or call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).  Educational benefits may be available for veterans or the dependents of veterans under the Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008. Under this act, many post-9/11 veterans and service members will be eligible for a new comprehensive education benefits package that includes full tuition and fees, a monthly housing stipend, and a stipend for books and supplies: www.GIBill.VA.Gov and www.StudentAid.Ed.Gov; also www.College.Gov  College:  why, what & how?  4 steps to college:  www.KnowHow2GO.org 

3.  2-1-1 TEXAS South Plains, www.211TXSouthPlains.org & www.211Texas.org, Andrea Cruce (ACruce@SPAG.org).  The number to call when you don’t know whom to call:  24/7 referrals in 90 languages for resources that help first-generation families survive & learn how to thrive (by referring families to toll-free, college financial-aid hot-line # 1-888-311-8881:  another GO Center, above).  2-1-1 is an ideal collaborative partner for other GO Centers, human resources personnel, pastors, teachers & school- & college-success counselors — to connect families, students; prospective & hard-to-retain students with food, housing, clothing, transportation, child care, domestic-violence prevention, rent & utility assistance, mentoring, tutoring, summer camps & human/health intervention, emergency & on-going education/ career/ home healthcare/ protective/ volunteer resources.  2-1-1 offers public presentations, brochures & marketing materials to the public (including other GO Centers);  e.g., www.CollegeForALLTexans.com/apps/FinancialAid/tofa2.cfm?ID=559  One-year exemption from college tuition & fees for high school graduates who qualify (TX resident, graduate of TX public high school; a dependent child whose parents received financial assistance through Texas Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) for at last 6 mos. of the year of the child’s high school graduation; is younger than 22 yr. of age on enrollment date; enrolls as an undergraduate at a public college/university & starts using the award within 24 months of graduation from high school – & not later than the second anniversary of date of graduation; enrolls in classes for which the college/university receives tax support).  http://DisabilityResources.TAMU.edu  Easy-to-locate resources for providers & consumers — to locate other agencies & professionals serving individuals with disabilities & the elderly.  Web site includes information about state & local agencies, non-profits, education service centers, local independent school districts, doctors, therapists & other professionals, who create & maintain their own profiles (similar to the Wikipedia Web site):  search by keyword (e.g., behavioral supports); resource/service type; zip code (including distance from a given zip code); county & city.

4.  4-H & Youth Development, http://AgriLifeExtension.TAMU.edu Texas AgriLIFE EXTENSION of The Texas A&M System:  District 1 (22-county Amarillo area) & District 2 (20-county Lubbock area), Wendy M. Scott (WMScott@Ag.TAMU.edu or 806-746-6101 or 806-252-4630).  Real Learning for Real Life!  Improving lives of people, businesses & communities through high-quality, relevant education:  4-H, Junior Master Gardener, micro-finance/ entrepreneurial and youth- and family-outreach programs to systematically and effectively cultivate healthy communities, leadership, team-building and education-friendly opportunities.  Bailey County:  Kathy Carr (KJCarr@AG.TAMU.edu) & 806-272-4584; Borden County:  Julie Smith (JMSmith@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-756-4336; Cochran County:  Shirley Sears (SASears@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-266-5215; Cottle County:  Beth Whitener (BWhitener@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-492-3151; Crosby County:  Amy Baugh (AErwin@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-561-4562; Dickens County:  Toby Oliver (TDOliver@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-623-5552; Dawson County:  Becky Wilmeth (BLWilmeth@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-872-3444; Floyd County:  Melissa Long (MLong@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-983-4912; Gaines County:  Lois Wise (LJWise@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 432-758-4006; Garza County:  Nancy McDonald (NJMcDonald@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-495-4400; Hale County:  Deana Sageser (DLSageser@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-291-5270; Hockley County:  Marsha Blair (MBlair@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-894-3159; Kent County:  Shirley Long (SKLong@Ag.TAMU.edu) 806-237-3345; King County:  Beth Whitener (BWhitener@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-492-3151; Lamb County:  Mandi Seaton (MKSeaton@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-385-4222; Lubbock County:  Kay Davis (EDavis@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-775-1680; Lynn County:  Amy Baugh (AErwin@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-561-4562; Motley County:  Ryan Martin (RHMartin@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-347-2733; Terry County:  Mary Collier (MMCollier@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-637-4060; Yoakum County:  Debbie Pollard (DPollard@Ag.TAMU.edu) & 806-456-2263.

5.  Big Brothers Big Sisters, www.BBBSLubbock.org & www.BBBS.org with Cindy.Miller@BBBSLubbock.org & Jeannie.Diaz@TTU.edu or 806-763-6131  Together, we are changing what it means to grow up in America by expanding horizons through the power of one-to-one friendships.  Little Moments.  Big Magic. ™

6.  Boy Scouts of America, www.BoyScoutsOfAmerica.com & GO Trainer Joe Sosa (JSosa@DOT.State.TX.US).  Since 1910, Scouting has helped mold the future leaders of the US by combining educational activities & lifelong values with fun.  Putting youth on a path toward a more conscientious, responsible & productive society.  Scouting, with programs for young men & women, helps young people through mentoring, life-long learning, faith traditions, serving others, healthy living & building character.  Intentionally reaching to prospective/Scouts in underserved, low-income neighborhoods – to break the cycle of poverty & despair by letting first generation college families know that college is possible, affordable & desirable for them.  Also:  www.ScoutParents.org & www.JoinCubScouting.org & www.SouthPlainsCouncil.org & Trubelee@BSAMail.org or 806-747-2631 or 1-800-658-9310 or BSA694@BSAMail.org

7.  Boys & Girls Clubs of Lubbock – Optimist, Phea & Wilson Branches, www.LubbockBGC.org  Tom Vermillion:  TVermillion@LubbockBGC.org or Pam Morris:  PMorris@LubbockBGC.org or 806-792-2880; Optimist Branch and Phea Branch:  Dr. Robert McKenzie:  RMcKenzie@LubbockBGC.org or 806-763-0204 or 806-466-6225; GO Theatre Champion Dr. Jake Morgan, JakeKSM@HotMail.com Wilson Branch:  806-792-2889.  Meals through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Café:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

8.  Closing the Gaps Council / South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative, www.ClosingTheGaps.org & Janie.Ramirez@TTU.edu  Since 2003, the 20-county collaboration of hundreds of individuals from all sectors (public/private higher/education, business, faith- & community-based non-profit organizations, elected officials, agencies, foundations, justice & various niche-focused entities) have nurtured a college-going culture across the South Plains:  by calling all people to their highest purpose via improving the quality of life through education.  Council programs & projects include nurturing of 411 GO Centers, G-Force training, early-childhood conferences; College & Career-Readiness Standards* Summit (www.TXCCRS.org partnership between TX Education Agency & the TX Higher Education Coordinating Board), televised Financial Aid Telethon, Café con Leche training to help first-generation Hispanic families get engaged with educational & college success; presentations/exhibits/representation at local, regional, state & national higher/education, workforce, economic/community-development & youth-sponsored/focused events,  Contact board members with your offers, requests & ideas:  Alice.White@TTU.edu; Amy.Jarmon@TTU.edu; CSimpson@UnitedWay-Lubbock.org; DVasquez@LubbockISD.org; DHarriman@Seminole.K12.TX.US; EAnaya@LEARNPrograms.org; Eddie.McBride@LubbockBIZ.org; HLee@ESC17.Net; JCargill@ValorNet.com; JBerset@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; Martin.Aguirre@SPWorkForce.org; MaryWhistler@Mail.House.Gov; Sheryl.Santos@TTU.edu; SJohn@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; Terri.Patterson@LubbockEDA.org; TVermillion@LubbockBGC.org  * The 2009/79^th Texas Legislature mandated statewide standard/ Texas College & Career Readiness Standards (CCRS) to increase the levels of expectation for students in English/language arts, social studies/sciences, mathematics & science.  Once fully implemented through end-of-course exams, the CCRS will provide better alignment between public & higher education curricula allowing students a more seamless transition from high school to college or the workplace.  Copies of the standards are located for download at http://www.thecb.state.tx.us/index.cfm?objectid=EADF962E-0E3E-DA80-BAAD2496062F3CD8

9.  Cross-Cultural Academic Advancement Center, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity/CCAAC , Leticia.De-Larrosa@TTU.edu or 806-742-8681.  Including Hispanic Scholarship Fund Scholar Chapter:  HispanicScholarshipFund@TTU.edu  Promoting academic success & professional preparation among college students, while encouraging them to serve as role models & leaders in their communities – by focusing on the recruitment & retention of Hispanic high school students to TTU.  

10.  DISCOVERY! www.DISCOVERY.TTU.edu or DISCOVERY@TTU.edu or 806-742-2189.  Undecided about what to focus on academically in college (i.e., what to declare as your “major”)?  … about what to do as your career?  …… about what to do with your life?  Find your direction in college & in a fulfilling & rewarding career by examining your values, skills, interests & abilities.  Avoid “major hopping” — that delays graduation, is financially expensive & can be personally disappointing.  Discover an academic/college major & a career that best fit you.  One-to-one, personalized attention; plus, dynamic group interaction.  More resources:  10 survival strategies & your action plan for success; discover how to learn in a classroom where your preferred learning style is different from the instructor’s style of teaching; determine your get help with your two-year & four-year plan;   PreLaw@TTU.edu or www.PreLaw.TTU.edu  Research & find a best-fit law school.  Prepare your law school applications.  Prepare & practice taking the LSAT exam.  Identify all of your financial options to make law school more affordable in the long run.  Visit law school classes & discuss the realities of law school & the admissions process with current students in the TTU School of Law.  Other resources of TTU University Advising include PEGASUS, Hope Chest for Foster Care Graduates & University Advising Center.

11.  Eric Strong  Founder of GO Center and on-going GO Center projects and programs:  [1] Roots Historical Arts Council Inc. to celebrate tomorrow’s artists today in The Seedlings Gallery –  in collaboration with Lubbock Independent School District and pending:  TTU College of Visual and Performing Arts; [2] donation of (a) musical instruments to Iles Elementary students and (b) historical resources to Hodges Elementary School students; [3] “Freedom to Succeed:  Doing What I Can to Make my Dreams Come True” workshops – to help specific Cavazos, Alderson and Dunbar Middle School students improve standardized test scores  (via mutual support teams of teachers, parents, other students & nationally acclaimed learning experts): Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268.

12.  Girl Scouts Texas Oklahoma Plains, Inc., www.GS-TOP.org Maye DeAnda (MDeAnda@GS-TOP.org)  Building girls of courage, confidence & character, who make the world a better place — through leadership, team-building, educational, entrepreneurial & enrichment activities & mentoring programs. 

13.  Goodwill Industries of Lubbock, www.LubbockGoodwill.org & Julia Price (JPrice@LubbockGoodwill.org) or 806-744-8419.  Believing in the power of work:  individualized skills training, job placement, supported employment, job readiness, school-to-work adjustment, basic computer-skills training, on-the-job training & contract services (custodial, customized in-bound call center training), free GED classes (Tues. & Thur., 5:30-8:30p).  Wide range of volunteer-service opportunities.  Donated-items collection centers. 

14.  Groves Public Library/Lubbock, Lorraine Lord:  LLord@MyLubbock.US  or www.LubbockLibrary.com/Teen/CollegeCareer.aspx (Web links for colleges & careers; financial aid, career choices & tools for beginning job seekers) & www.LubbockLibrary.com/Child/AllChild.aspx (events for children, story times, special links & voting for special books)  www.TumbleBooks.com/Library/asp/Home_TumbleBooks.asp  e-books, e-puzzles & games for e-kids (including educators’ resources:  black-line masters; classroom quickies & independent work) — in Spanish, French & English.  College-friendly resources for Home School Association and community.   Meeting rooms for public use.  Downloadable audio books & videos.

15.  Literacy Lubbock  www.LubbockLibrary.com/Literacy.aspx  Empowering adults & families to change their lives through literacy — by developing, conducting & supporting literacy programs for Lubbock-area residents.  Lubbock County:  33% of adults 25+ years old did not complete high school; 60% of adults with below-poverty-level income have not finished high school; 41% of all new jobs require more than a high school education.  Lynda Dutton:  LiteracyLubbockED@Yahoo.com & LiteracyLubbockDVP@Yahoo.com or 806-775-3636.  Also, Fathers Reading Every Day:  http://fcs.tamu.edu/families/parenting/fathering/fred/index.php & Dr. Stephen Green (S-Green@TAMU.edu) or 979-845-6468.

16.  Lubbock Area Foundation Funding Library:  www.LubbockAreaFoundation.org or Michelle Tosi-Stephens:  Michelle@LubbockAreaFoundation.org or 806-762-8061 to [A] schedule your research for your GO Center’s/G-Force Team’s corporate & foundation grant opportunities [applications from Texas Tech University should be routed through the Office of Research Services: 806-742-3884]; [B] apply for (1) mini-grants for teachers or (2) scholarships for students; [C] participate in grant-writing workshops or meet representatives from grant-making organizations; [D] for on-site use (see/copy/co-brand/adopt/adapt) master copies of GO Center resources, e.g., (1) Training Handbook & (2) Handbook CD; (3) CD of GO Kit Train-the-Trainer presentations (to ensure that first-time/novice presenters will be competent & confident in their presentations to first-generation audiences (six age-appropriate modules with agenda/syllabus, script, visuals, activities & take-home college-related conversations & activities; hard-copy, PowerPoint formats):  pre-kindergarten/early childhood through first year in college; in Spanish, in English; for parents/families; for youth; GO Kit is also available at https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/ToolKit.cfm); (4) DVD of Cool Jobs (exciting video about 12 dynamic careers, narrated by professional spokespersons/peer facilitators who are in high school or college), (5) DVD of Reel Life:  six video-contest winners (first-generation students’ stories of challenges & successes in going to & thriving in college & in life), (6) three college-related, age-appropriate, corporate- sponsored Activity Booklets (pre-kindergarten through 1st grade; second grade, third grade – in Spanish, in English); (7) plastic tub filled with pre-kindergarten/early-childhood When We Go To College resources, including teacher’s syllabus/conversation manual, children’s books, posters & handouts doing well in school & planning for college; in Spanish, in English; (8) revised Training Handbook; (9) revised Handbook CD … & more!  families.  To order your own copies CDs/DVDs & resources (based on availability), please provide your mailing address to Alice.White@TTU.edu or 806-742-1480 (no charge for GO Centers, High School or Collegiate G-Force Teams or to-be-established GO Centers or G-Force Teams).  Get your own copy/ies of beautiful, family-friendly learning & literacy resources for families & toddlers from CSimpson@UnitedWay-Lubbock.org or www.NIFL.Gov or 1-800-228-8813 or EdPubs@INet.ED.Gov (your child @birth from bornlearning; A Child Becomes a Reader:  proven ideas from research for parents, birth through preschool; Shining Stars 1-3:  Toddlers/PreSchool/Kindergarteners Get Ready to Read:  how parents can help their toddlers/preschool/kindergarteners get ready to read; Big Dreams:  a family book about reading for preschool through grade three – from The National Institute for Literacy).  Resources to leverage financial investments by prospective/donors:  www.LubbockAreaFoundation.org/GiftPlanning.htm  Highly personalized services tailored to each individual’s charitable & financial interests on behalf of causes they care about most; accepting a wide variety of assets & can facilitate even the most complex forms of giving; partnerships with professional advisors to create highly effective approaches to charitable giving; maximum tax advantages under state & federal law; multiplier impact of gift dollars by pooling them with other gifts & grants; building endowment funds that benefit the community forever & help create personal legacies; convene agencies & coordinate resources to create positive change.

17.  Lubbock Area United Way, http://LiveUnitedLubbock.org & Carolyn Simpson (CSimpson@UnitedWay-Lubbock.org).  2008 founder & financial supporter of three GO Centers in Boys and Girls Clubs (Optimist, Phea & Wilson Branches).  Education Matters Initiative with non-profit partners, school districts, businesses & government entities, to proactively address the root causes of issues & empower everyone to attain independence & success:  Success By 6, Success In School & Success For Life (Jputteet@UnitedWay-Lubbock.org) by systematically focusing all United Way-supported agencies on education (as a powerful strategy to break the cycles of poverty, public assistance, recidivism, hunger, despair & hopelessness), thus, leveraging for all residents a sustainable solution for brighter, more prosperous & fulfilling lives, family legacies & communities.  Also, connector to prospective, community-based GO Centers across the South Plains.  Obtain copy/ies of beautiful, family-friendly learning & literacy resources for families & toddlers from www.NIFL.Gov or 1-800-228-8813 or EdPubs@INet.ED.Gov (your child @birth from bornlearning; A Child Becomes a Reader:  proven ideas from research for parents, birth through preschool; Shining Stars 1-3:  Toddlers/PreSchool/Kindergarteners Get Ready to Read:  how parents can help their toddlers/preschool/kindergarteners get ready to read; Big Dreams:  a family book about reading for preschool through grade three – from The National Institute for Literacy). 

18.  Lubbock Lake Landmark:  Borrow trunks with artifact boxes; supplemental instructional materials, suggested questions & activities; virtual trip through History Underfoot:  www.depts.TTU.edu/MuseumTTU/LLL/SchoolPrograms.html  Take a field trip to the Lubbock Lake Landmark, National Historic & State Archeological Landmark with tours, learning center, exhibits, the Landmark Shop with books & job postings.  Get involved as a docent, field researcher with an international volunteer crew; interpreter, demonstrator; member of the Speakers Bureau, volunteer in the gift shop, the information desk, in an anthropology laboratory or help to maintain trails & grounds:  Susan.Rowe@TTU.edu or 806-742-1116 & Deborah.Bigness@TTU.edu.

19.  MentorTECH, www.Depts.TTU.edu/MentorTECH or Cory.Powell@TTU.edu  Cultivating Texas Tech student success & fulfillment by matching dedicated, trained faculty & staff member-mentors from Texas Tech University, TTU Health Sciences Center & TTU System with new & returning Texas Tech students-proteges who have requested a mentor.  Offering hundreds of programs & services for mentors & proteges to meaningfully interact, learn & thrive.

20.  Mortar Board, www.TexasTechMortarBoard.org & Christopher.Hearon@TTU.edu  Annual, highly competitive selection process to induct the Top 50 Seniors of Texas Tech University/Collegiate G-Force:  leadership, scholarship & service since 1949.  Sponsor of [a] faculty banquet- & football/half-time recognition event for five selected faculty members; [b] Apple Polishing reception for each member to host one outstanding faculty member; [c] sales of bouquets of flowers & of all-graduates-list tee shirts at university-graduation ceremonies; [d] community service with Guadalupe Community Center — aligning with national Mortar Board’s literacy-related philanthropic focus:  www.MortarBoard.org; [e] guest lecturers & more.    

21.  Museum of Texas Tech University, www.Museum.TTU.edu & Dr. Jill.Hoffman@TTU.edu or for group tours & ticket information:  806-742-2432.  Preserving the art, culture & history of Lubbock & the region.  Permanent galleries, exhibitions, festivals, planetarium, laser shows & more.

22.  National Ranching Heritage Museum Education Programs, www.NRHC.com & Emily.Arellano@TTU.edu or 806-742-0497, x. 238.  Junior Rough Riders/youth activities (coloring contest, summer youth classes, Heritage Hallowe’en, Ranch Day, Children’s Library, age-appropriate printable materials to use while touring the NRH Center), education, library & reading room, exhibitions, events, Cogdell’s General Store, Podcasts & volunteer opportunities.

23.  Ogallala Commons:  www.OgallalaCommons.org/20thSPC.htm & Darryl Birkenfeld (DarrylB@AMAOnLine.com) or 806-945-2255.  Non-profit community development network offering education, leadership & technical assistance to create vibrant hometowns in the High Plains – Ogallala Aquifer region.  Nurturing our land & our reinvigorating communities through food systems, creating a commonwealth of prosperity through educational programs for the public to cultivate wise stewardship of South Plains’ 12 commonwealths:  education, health, foodshed, water cycle, wildlife & the natural world, arts, soil & mineral life, renewable energy, history, spiritual, leisure & recreation & a sense of place.  Closing the Food Gap by resetting the table in the land of plenty (ensuring that South Plains children are fed & physically prepared to learn & thrive).  Resource development network offering leadership, education & project incubation to generate common wealth for communities in the High Plains-Ogallala Aquifer region:  174,000 sq. miles along the backbone of north-south axis of US Hwy. 385 across Texas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Kansas, Colorado, Nebraska, Wyoming & South Dakota.  Community-based internships so that youth may build their career starting from home (rebuilding local food systems, stewarding natural resources, youth engagement & entrepreneurship, preserving oral history, immersion in community development & non-profit work, public speaking, rediscovering & fostering a “sense of place”):  Simone.Cahoj@GMail.com or 785-626-0666 through www.CHSFoundation.org  Also, school-friendly, three-day, interdisciplinary Playa Festivals for 5^th graders to experience  some of the 30,000 playa basins across the High Plains:  including field trips to playa basins; discovering flora & fauna, local watersheds carved by draws & creeks (the ecological keystone of our region’s water cycle) while learning about ecology & the water cycle through science, history, biology, art & creative writing.  Also, Youth Entrepreneur Camp, Youth Entrepreneur Day with cash prizes & Student Engagement Day.

24.  Omicron Delta Kappa, http://SWCo.TTU.edu/University_Archive/UACollections4.html#III.%20%20Honor%20Organizations & Christopher.Hearon@TTU.edu  Leadership/honor fraternity with student members having 60+ hours of university credits, at least a 3.0 grade point average & competency in at least two of seven leadership area (campus athletics, publications, literature, music, etc.). 

25.  Oral History, www.SWCo.TTU.edu/Oral_History/Index.php & www.Digital.SWCo.TTU.edu/Oral_History/OralHistory.asp & Daniel.Sanchez@TTU.edu  Egalitarian historical research via exciting, spontaneous, eyewitness accounts (recorded & videotaped interviews) – complete with inflections & colloquialisms — about historical & other interesting autobiographical stories from groups unlikely to leave written records:  slaves, migrant farmers, musicians, minority citizens, coal miners, farmers, ranchers, evangelists, athletes & others across the South Plains of Texas.

26.  Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Texas Tech University, www.ODE.TTU.edu & Emma.Carrasco@TTU.edu or 806-742-7202, x. 251.  Membership organization offering a unique learning community for adults 50+.  OLLI offers an array of classes spanning topics from the arts, film, music, politics, current affairs, history, science, world cultures & literature, as well as special interest areas such as photography, wine & food, computers & more – taught by many distinguished educators.  Through OLLI, members meet & interact with people in the community, while learning something new.

27.  Parent & Family Relations and Texas Tech Parents Association, www.Parent.TTU.edu  Providing parents & families with information & resources to help them stay involved & informed; & opportunities to connect with other Texas Tech parents & families.  Parent@TTU.edu or 806-742-3630.

28.  Patterson Public Library/Lubbock, Helen Viser-Fitzgerald:  HViser@MyLubbock.US or 806-797-3303.  After-school educational-enrichment programs, computer classes for adults; on-site source of resources (Web sites, hand-outs & e-connections with college experts).  or www.LubbockLibrary.com/Teen/CollegeCareer.aspx (Web links for colleges & careers; financial aid, career choices & tools for beginning job seekers) & www.LubbockLibrary.com/Child/AllChild.aspx (events for children, story times, special links & voting for special books)  www.TumbleBooks.com/Library/asp/Home_TumbleBooks.asp  e-books, e-puzzles & games for e-kids (including educators’ resources:  black-line masters; classroom quickies & independent work) — in Spanish, French & English.  College-friendly resources for community (including GO Centers).   Meeting rooms for public use.  Downloadable audio books & videos. 

29.  Phi Beta Kappa Association of West Texas and Eastern New Mexico, www.TTU.edu/PhiBetaKappa  The Phi Beta Kappa Society (www.PBK.org) is the nation’s oldest undergraduate honors organization in the US.  The Society has pursued its mission of fostering and recognizing excellence in the liberal arts and sciences since 1776.  The Society has 500,000+ members with 280 chapters nationwide.  PBK stands for freedom of inquiry and expression, disciplinary rigor, breadth of intellectual perspective, the cultivation of skills of deliberation and ethical reflection, the pursuit of wisdom, and the application of the fruits of scholarship and research in practical life.  PBK champions these values in the confidence that a world influenced by them will be a more just and peaceful world.  High School Academic Excellence [financial] Award (endowment at the Lubbock Area Foundation with matching-grant funds from the CH Foundation) for highest-achieving, academically talented high school juniors who apply & are selected:  Robert Posteraro, MD (RHPos@EarthLink.Net) or Michelle Grable (Michelle.Grable@HotMail.com) 53+ annual applicants at the Summa, Magna & Cum Laude as well as “Honorable Mention” levels from Abilene, Amarillo, Lubbock, Midland, Tascosa & other area high schools.  Provided personalized PBK keys for ‘08 & ‘09 inductees at Texas Tech University.  Recent past US presidents & US President Obama share a Phi Beta Kappa connection:  three former US Presidents are PBKs:  George H.W. Bush/Yale ‘48; Bill Clinton/Georgetown ‘68 & Jimmy Carter/honorary at KS State Univ. ‘91.  Two are sons of PBKs:  US President Obama (through his father Barack Hussein Obama, Sr., PBK/Hawai’i at Manoa in ‘62) & past US President George W. Bush (through his father).   PBKs share the honor of membership with 17 US Presidents & seven of the nine current US Supreme Court Justices (including Sonia Sotomayor, PBK, Princeton, ’76).  Famous or not, all PBKs have one thing in common:  the pursuit of excellence.  PBKs whose names you may know:  Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com; Glenn Close, actor; Eileen Collins, space-shuttle commander; Francis Ford Coppola, film director; Michael Crichton, author; Rita Dove, former US Poet Laureate; John Hope Franklin, historian; Brian Greene, physicist; Peyton Manning, NFL quarterback; Stephen Sondheim, composer & lyricist; Gloria Steinem, co-founder of Ms. Magazine; John Updike, novelist & critic. 

30.  Presidential Performance & Lecture Series, www.presidentialseries.ttu.edu  Contact Ms. Jo.Moore@TTU.edu or 806-742-0700 about lecturers’ & performers’ visiting your schools, sites or GO Centers or arranging for students & families to attend the events.  Where in Lubbock are Texas Tech University & the various locations?  www.LubbockMap.com or www.TTU.edu/CampusMap  Richard Florida, Ph.D. Author of the global best-seller The Rise of the Creative Class, Fri., Feb. 5, 7p at TTU Allen Theatre  Book signing to follow lecture  $12 General Admission; TTU Students – 1 free ticket with valid ID at the SUB ticket booth; Select-A-Seat (806) 770-2000.  Pilobolus Dance Theatre, Tues., March 2, 8p at TTU Allen Theatre; $12 General Admission; TTU Students – 1 free ticket with valid ID at the SUB ticket booth; Select-A-Seat (806) 770-2000.  Santa Fe Opera Spring Tour, Sun., April 18, 2p at Lubbock Memorial Civic Center Theatre during the Lubbock Arts Festival; Free General Admission. 

31.  RSVP, Retired & Senior Volunteer Program:  www.NationalService.Gov & RSVP@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-7787.  Retired & Senior Volunteer Program:  leading with experience.  Leveraging volunteers’ experiences on behalf of good causes — including education — throughout the community.

32.  Service Learning, www.TLTC.TTU.edu/ServiceLearning/SL_NewFP.asp  Irene.Arellano@TTU.edu  Service learning is a teaching method that links academic study & civic engagement through thoughtfully organized service that meets the needs of the community; provides information, support & opportunities concerning service learning to students, faculty & community members; & fosters an appreciation of the academic & social values of community engagement.  Faculty from all 11 TTU colleges; systematically & intentionally connecting ad hoc Collegiate G-Force  students’ classroom learning with collaborative, community/business partners’ real-life challenges; cultivating societal transformation through students’ reflective follow-up (in the context of their servant-leadership roles in their community, society & The World).  Academically rigorous community engagement/service learning recognized by The Carnegie Foundation:  http://www.carnegiefoundation.org/classifications/index.asp?key=63&search_flag=true&ref=783&start=783&ENG2005=3    (See “Psychology” in the “LUBBOCK” section, below)

33.  South Plains Association of Governments, www.SPAG.org & Lance Bowman (LBowman@SPAG.org) or 806-762-8721. One of Texas’ 24 regional organizations of local governments (cities & counties in Bailey, Lamb, Hale, Floyd, Motley, Cochran, Hockley, Lubbock, Crosby, Dickens, King, Yoakum, Terry, Lynn & Garza Counties) to maintain & improve the quality of life for all people in the region.  Economic development & job creation through planning, financing, marketing, training & technical assistance.  Providing & coordinating services for communities:  census data, community development, criminal-justice planning, homeland security, solid waste/environment, TRACS system to submit state &/or federal proposals for funding, 9-1-1 &  2-1-1, Area Agency on Aging, law enforcement, regional services, employment & volunteer opportunities (South Plains Citizen Corps, Resident Advocate or assisting senior citizens through the Area Agency on Aging).  Tim Pierce (TPierce@SPAG.org).   

34.  Southwest Collections / Special Collections, www.SWCo.TTU.edu/SpecialCollections.php  Bruce.Cammack@TTU.edu or 806-742-3758.  Irresistibly engage youth or adults audiences — across all academic disciplines.  Invite passionate experts who can enliven your classes, assemblies, conferences, TAKS-preparation sessions, in-service or community-wide audiences.  Discover the intellectual, scientific, societal, religious, business, commercial, human, historical & personal relevance of rare books & other treasures.

35.  Susan Polgar Institute for Chess Excellence  (SPICE) www.SPICE.TTU.edu & www.PolgarChessUniversity.com:  on-line chess school & www.ChessDailyNews.com:  blog.  Find out how to participate in the strongest chess tournaments in US history at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, USA.  Ask about upcoming Chess Camps for Kindergarteners through 12th graders; beginners through advanced.  2008 Gold Award to Collegiate G-Force/Knight Raiders from the Texas Association of Partners in Education for chess-related outreach to kids & to senior citizens.  SPICE@TTU.edu or Susan.Polgar@TTU.edu or Chess@TTU.edu or 806-742-7742.  Also, www.SusanPolgarBlog.com or www.PolgarChess.com or www.SusanPolgar.com

36.  Texas AgriLIFE EXTENSION of The Texas A&M System 20-county District 2 office of the Texas A&M System, http://AgriLifeExtension.TAMU.edu & Miles Dabovich (M-Dabovich@TAMU.edu), Robert Scott (RJ-Scott@TAMU.edu) & Cindy Holtman (CHoltman@Ag.TAMU.edu).  Real Learning for Real Life!  Improving lives of people, businesses & communities through high-quality, relevant education:  4-H, Junior Master Gardener, micro-finance/ entrepreneurial and youth- and family-outreach programs to systematically and effectively cultivate healthy communities, leadership, team-building and education-friendly opportunities. 

37.  Texas Association of Nonprofit Organizations, www.TANO.org & Barry Silverberg (Barry@TANO.org) or 972-839-9960.  Connecting, strengthening & supporting the nonprofit community for the public good:  membership, services, consulting, coaching, certificate programs, statewide calendar, nonprofit jobs, public policy, knowledge center, services directory & online store.  Links about Economic Stimulus & Recovery impact on nonprofits & Texas-specific information.  Barry Silverberg (BSilverB@AustinCC.edu); Julie Niehoff (JNiehoff@ConstantContact.com); Terrell Blodgett (Blodgett@Mail.UTexas.edu); Marianne L. Ehrlich (MEhrlich@HFIMail.org).    

38.  Texas GEAR UP/STAR State Project, www.TexasGearUp.com & Kristen.Reynolds@TEA.State.TX.US or 512-936-6060.  Multimedia toolkits on a wide array of college access & readiness topics for distribution to every middle school & high school in the state.  In English & in Spanish.  This vast library of videos & print materials has been updated & cataloged to stream or download individual videos or print pieces—as well as entire toolkits—free of charge. Just click on Build Your Own Toolkit http://www.TexasGearUp.com/byot/category and select the exact resources you want to use.  Many of the videos have accompanying discussion guides ideal for presentations to students & parents. New materials are added as they are developed.  Download the accompanying one-pager that details BYOT topics & availability:  10+ hours of video; 50+ titles; 150+ supporting materials; more opportunities to create a college-going culture.  Topics include:  academic, career exploration, college readiness, educational challenges, financial aid, first generation, GEAR UP programs, mentoring, parent involvement & teaching strategies.

39.  Texas Nonprofit Management Assistance Network, www.TXNetwork.org & Rose Mary Fry (RMFry@TXNetwork.org).  Coordinated network of centers & organizations, strategically located throughout Texas, that delivers quality management support services & resources to the nonprofit sector:  workshops, conferences, consulting, programs, publications, technology, libraries, Circuit Rider technology & links to certificate or continuing education programs.

40.  Texas Plains Trail Region, Big Region, Big History, Big Fun!  www.TexasPlainsTrail.com & http://Twitter.com/JustPlainsFun & http://PlainsSpeaking.BlogSpot.com & Deborah Sue Glass McDonald (TXPlainsTrail@Yahoo.com) & www.Flickr.com/photos/23981491@N08 or 806-273-0920.  Ready…Set…ROAD TRIP!  On-the-road & multi-media learning across 52 counties & 50,000 square miles:  Native American history, old Route 66 Highway, beautiful state parks & wildlife areas, historical museums, jails, cemeteries & churches, restored theaters & art museums, fun festivals, round-ups, cook-offs & rodeos, amusement parks, wineries, road art, golfing, hiking, biking fishing, hunting & camping; Palo Duro Canyon State Park &the TEXAS musical production; cozy bed & breakfasts, unique shopping experiences & original eateries.  From the spectacularly stunning canyons & sunsets, to the Old West heritage that still remains today.  Discover amazing Amarillo by morning…or night.  Lots to do in Lubbock.  Plenty to do in Plainview.  … proud of Post.  … what’s booming in Borger.  Hear all about Hereford.  … delighted in Dalhart.  … Terry County Quilt Trail & more.  View & download beautiful brochure, order Friona High School service-learning class’/G-Force award-winning Texas Plains Trail Region DVD, purchase “winning hand” deck of cards about each of the 52 counties.  Texas Historical Commission,  real places telling real stories:  www.THC.State.TX.US

41.  Texas Tech Alumni Association:  www.TexasTechAlumni.org or Chris.Snead@TTU.edu  Two endowed EASI scholarships for first-generation-college students within the 20 counties of the Closing the Gaps Council / South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative (www.ClosingTheGaps.org), umbrella organization for GO Centers in the 20-county area.   

42.  Texas Tech University Independent School District, www.K12.TTU.edu & Michele.Moskos@TTU.edu  Choices for students & resources for educators/counselors.  Accredited elementary, middle & high school:  for students/families with special situations.  Students may supplement their school or home-school curriculum (via courses, credit by examinations & dual credit:  earning high school & college credit simultaneously).  70+ self-paced independent, on-line & print-based courses.  Receive credit in fewer than 60 days via credit by exam.  Also, online usability (URL:  Usability Research Laboratory) certification & learning community:  www.UXCertification.TTU.edu & Outreach.ODE@TTU.edu or 806-742-7202, x. 270 for a three-day, hands-on, interactive workshop to learn how to evaluate usability & design usable products at our state-of-the-art usability lab.  Network, interact & exchange ideas with other usability professionals.  Coming soon:  Virtual High School! 

43.  University Interscholastic League, www.Depts.TTU.edu/UIL & Lynn.Elms@TTU.edu or 806-742-2350.  Hosting 30,000+ high school students on the Texas Tech campus each year.  Since 1909, the voluntary, non-profit UIL has organized & properly supervised educational extracurricular academic, athletic & music contests that complement class work & provide high school students with healthy, character building, educational activities carried out in a fun, sportsmanship-like atmosphere– nurturing self-realization, self-confidence, self-discipline, self-motivation, perseverance, self-worth & graciousness in times of disappointments as well as in times of adulation, intellectual curiosity, joy of learning & achieving, lifetime skills, physical training, good-health habits & fair play for all participants.  Providing quality educational competition administered by school people on an equitable basis.  UIL is the largest organization of its kind in the world.  Additional volunteer judges, greeters, & exhibitors are invited to get engaged with UIL in order to be of service to the eager, talented UIL students (while simultaneously boosting their own morale, improving their skills, adding significant professional experiences to their resume; making important business/ professional/ academic/ prospective-student contacts); & donating hundreds of classy TTU-branded lapel pins for schools’ requests for mementos.

44.  University Library, www.Library.TTU.edu/UL  Services for students, children, youth, GO Centers & families:  tours, help with financial aid Web sites, books with lists of US colleges, grants for college.  Your public library card gives you privileges at Texas Tech libraries:  Minerva.Alaniz@TTU.edu & Arlene.Paschel@TTU.edu

45.  Victory Early College High School/Houston, http://Schools.Aldine.K12.TX.US/Webs/008 & Angella Ford (AFord@Aldine.K12.TX.US) & Felicia Garrett (FSGarrett@Aldine.K12.TX.US) or 281-878-7887.  School district & community college partnership offering dual credit – to provide students with opportunity to simultaneously earn a high school diploma & an Associate’s degree (or two years of college toward a Baccalaureate degree).

46.  Youth Corps Inc., www.YouthCorpsInc.org or Kris Altman (Director@YouthCorpsInc.org) or 806-796-0797.  Selecting (via application & interview) 70-80 teens (14 to 18-years-old) from all walks of life for year-long program that teaches leadership principles, life skills, employment skills & good citizenship in order to help them discover their full, positive leadership potential … thus, providing the community with productive citizens who are committed, cooperative, courageous & exhibit a sense of community.  Ten-day, G-Force Leadership Training Camp (mid-June through July 4); temporary, post-camp employment until the start of school; 10-month Community Outreach Program:  volunteerism & education workshops.  800+ graduates since 1994 have self-reported that:  100% would recommend Youth Corps to other students; 96% are more self-disciplined; 89% understand the importance of leadership & team work; 72% possess improved self-esteem; 85% have improved time-management skills; 96% feel more likely to succeed in life; 98% are more confident, self reliant & have a sense of great accomplishment.  Youth Corps has been recognized by the Texas Attorney General as an “outstanding youth program.”

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47.  100 Black Men of America, Inc., www.100BlackMen.org & Lubbock President Greg Ricks (GRicks2006@Yahoo.com).  100 Black Men Chapters are educating & empowering youth & their families while positively impacting communities – through mentoring, education, health & wellness, economic development & leadership conferences.  Black communities are in crisis, from failing educational systems to escalating violence to high unemployment.   3,000+ global leaders, celebrities & business executives convened in ’09 in NYC to raise $2+ million for education & mentoring programs.  Also, 100 Black Men are taking a long, sustained look at the condition of the Black Male in Education, & the challenge he faces in trying to achieve social & economic mobility in a country that seems to have education as a minimum requirement for achieving personal & professional success.  Also, www.VentureScholar.org & LeonWilliams@LubbockISD.org  Helping underrepresented & first-generation college-bound students interested in pursuing math- & science-based careers link to information, resources, & opportunities that will help them successfully pursue their career goals.

48.  African American Leadership Forum, Rich.Baker@TTU.edu  Sponsor of first-ever African American Education Summit in West Texas in 2008; on-going youth outreach; plans for Education Commission.

49.  African Americans & Community Engagement/University-Community Partnerships:  www.ProfessorEvans.com/AACE%20TOC.asp  Dr. Colette.Taylor@TTU.edu or 806-742-1997, x. 266.

50.  Black Faculty and Staff Association (TTUHSC & TTU), www.orgs.TTU.edu/BFSA or Kathleen.McPherson@TTUHSC.edu  Assume a leadership role & set a tone for building a sense of community among African people (the collective of African descendants of the Continent & in the Diaspora) which includes black faculty, staff & students in the university community & within the African American community.  Ask Ms. Kathleen.McPherson@TTUHSC.edu (806-743-2463, x. 239) about co-sponsoring, providing an interactive exhibit, bringing high school students & their families to the next BFSA college/career fair; &/or about becoming a long-term, collaborative partner with the Texas Tech Black Faculty & Staff Association.

51.  HARLEM Children’s Zone, www.HCZ.org & Info@HCZ.org   Innovative & unique community-based organization offering education, social services & community-building programs to children and families since 1970.  National Statistic:  7% of black 8^th graders perform at grade level in math;  HARLEM SUCCESS:  97.4% Promise Academy 8^th graders perform at or above grade level in math.  National Statistic:  60% of black men in their mid-30s who dropped out of school have spent time in prison.  HARLEM SUCCESS:  81% Baby College parents improved their frequency of reading to their children; National Statistic:  33% chance that a black boy born in 2001 will go to prison.  HARLEM SUCCESS:  100% Harlem Gems/pre-kindergarteners were at grade level for the sixth consecutive year.

52.  Juneteenth Lubbock, www.JuneteenthLubbock.org (& scroll downward to view cultural, educational, volunteer, personal, professional & community enrichment opportunities for all ages).  Ask President Tonya Johnson (TJohnson@JuneteenthLubbock,org) or call 806-282-2990 how you, your family & your organization can get involved on June 12-20 & year-round.  The Lubbock Emancipation Juneteenth Committee, formed in 1979, promotes, encourages, directs, sponsors & develops Black Cultural Educational activities within the City of Lubbock, Texas; enhances awareness of the African Ancestry & provides for an organized celebration of the 19th of June; organizes &/or participates in all cultural activities that the Board may deem appropriate; & assists other organizations in sponsoring, maintaining & improving culturally oriented programs where desirable.

53.  Roots Historical Arts Council Inc., Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268.  Headquarters and art gallery at 1728 19th Street (near Lubbock High School).  Collaborating with Lubbock Independent School District and pending:  Texas Tech University College of Visual and Performing Arts.  Sharing the humanities with underserved populations:  designated “Seedlings Gallery” for youth art exhibits to celebrate tomorrow’s artists today;  ”When We Were Children” photography exhibit;  providing college and financial aid information;  endowing and awarding scholarships; donating musical instruments to Iles Elementary School and historical resources to Hodges Elementary School; sponsoring “Freedom to Succeed:  Strategies for Success in a Changing World” all-day workshop for selected students at targeted Title I/low-income middle schools – to provide mentoring, tutoring and encouragement from a team of parents, teachers, students and nationally recognized learning experts.

54.  AMHERST Independent School District, www.AmherstISD.com  Brady Ruiz (BRuiz@ESC17.Net)  Encouraging the individual to develop socially, mentally, physically & morally & to help establish & pursue special goals & expand talents for the mutual satisfaction of individuals & the society.  Teacher Mike Nace (MNace@ESC17.Net)

55.  ANDREWS Rotary Club, Dave Walinder (Walinder@SuddenLink.net or 432-266-0123).  Sponsoring international exchange student from the Philippines through Texas Tech University.  Since 1965:  47,000+ individuals from 120+ countries have spent four to six weeks in another country:  staying in the homes of Rotarians & following an itinerary of educational & cultural interests.  Also, www.Rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/EducationalPrograms/AmbassadorialScholarships/Pages/ridefault.aspx  Academic-year & multi-year international scholarships for college students interested in humanitarian service. Scholars will receive round-trip transportation & all tuition & fees, as well as room & board.  World Peace Fellowships for international study at centers in Japan, Australia, Argentina, England & the United States:  www.Rotary.org (select “Learn more about Rotary’s peace programs” from lower, right-hand menu/Rotary is Humanity in Action) or RotaryCenters@Rotary.org  Apply through a Rotary club (www.Rotary.org & select “Club Locator” at the top-most bar — to the left of the Search box).

56.  ANTON Independent School District, www.AntonISD.org (visit “Counselor’s Corner” in left-hand menu) & Nicole Poage (NPoage@ESC17.Net).  Helpful Web sites & good advice about succeeding in college:  www.FastWeb.com; www.MeritAid.com; www.FinAid.org; www.CollegeForALLTexans.com; www.GOCollege.com; www.AnyCollege.com; www.CollegeView.com; www.CollegeAnswer.com & www.March2Success.com & www.FAFSA.Ed.Gov (avoid the “.com” Web site because you don’t have to pay to find scholarships or money for college).

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57.  Angelo State University  www.Angelo.edu/Dept/Admissions & www.Angelo.edu/Services/Financial_Aid & Joe.Munoz@Angelo.edu & Financial.Aid@Angelo.edu & 325-942-2246 or 1-800-933-6299.  Decide to Prepare for Your Future:  begin!  Move forward, gain momentum, get plenty of support.  39 undergraduate & 23 graduate programs with nearly 100 majors.  6,300 students from 43 states & 22 countries.  New student computers every three years with wireless coverage throughout campus:  student/computer ratio is 15:1.  Nearly three out of four ASU students receive some form of financial assistance; one in six receives ASU’s generous Carr Scholarship (averaging $3.300 for entering freshmen).  Five men’s & seven women’s intercollegiate sports, plus 20+ intramurals (NCAA Division II & Lone Star Conference).

58.  Lubbock Christian University, www.LCU.edu or Charles.Webb@LCU.edu Opportunities to visit LCU:  www.LCU.edu./LCU/FStudent/Admissions & www.LCUCamps.com & www.PineSpringsCamp.com & www.LCUChaps.com & www.LCU.edu/LCU/MasterFollies or 1-800-933-7601.  It’s more than a degree.  It’s your life.  Students from 33 states, 13 countries; $5M+ in scholarships & 14:1 student to teacher ratio.  Learning to fit your schedule: including             Weekend College with on-line courses and campus classes only two Saturdays per month; Organizational Management master’s program accommodates the schedule of students who are employed full time.  LCU educates 2,000 students by offering 80+ academic programs and grace-filled teachings of the Bible — along with purpose-filled mentoring to ensure student success.  Innovative scholarship awards  increase as students progress & improve academically.  Within six months of graduating, most LCU students have a job in their            field of interest (Ashley.Treat@LCU.edu).  Innovative green construction keeps LCU utility bill & therefore students costs’ lower — while preserving the environment.  Faculty/administrator

Ambassadors collaborate with/mentor students, educators & schools across the South Plains & beyond.  Faculty member LDansby2867@LCU.edu

59.  South Plains College Reese Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Lee Cox (LCox@SouthPlainsCollege.edu)  SPC offers a comprehensive program of arts & sciences, transfer courses, health occupations, technical education & workforce development programs at the Reese Technology Center.  Day & evening classes are offered to allow students greater flexibility & convenience.  Full complement of student services, counseling, admissions & records, financial aid, special services, TTU Gateway Program offered in SPC Building 8.  Nine technical programs & 13 degree & certificate options in allied health, nursing, professional services & industrial technology areas.  Prepare Yourself at South Plains College, a Hispanic-Serving Institution:  www.Ed.Gov/programs/idueshsi/definition.html (25% Hispanic enrollment with 50% of those students low-income).

60.  Texas Tech University, www.GoToTexasTech.com & Undergraduate students:  Toni.Riley@TTU.edu; Transfer students:  C.Felton@TTU.edu & Transfer Connection & Raiders Who Rock, www.Depts.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs/Publications/SSG.pdf & Candice.N.Laster@TTU.edu or 806-742-5433.; International students: MaryAnn.Greenberg@TTU.edu; requests for TTU memorabilia:  Mary.Beth.Inman@TTU.edu or 806-742-1480 (for athletic posters, ask Sheila.Tucker@TTU.edu or 806-742-2770); Campus Tours — including special-request tours & customized services for schools, students, families, reunion groups, prospective faculty/staff/administrators, business-site selectors & your visitors:  Julian.Olivas@TTU.edu & enthusiastic President’s Select student ambassadors/G-Force.  Raiders Off-Campus, www.Depts.TTU.edu/CenterForCampusLife/RaidersOffCampus & www.Depts.TTU.edu/CenterForcampusLife/Index.php & Diana.Fabing@TTU.edu or 806-742-5433, x. 230.  Other resources include:  www.VA.Gov or www.VetCenter.VA.Gov or James.Hare@VA.Gov or Patrick.Aland@VA.Gov or 806-792-9782 or 1-800-905-4675.  You can afford Texas Tech: www.RedRaiderGuarantee.TTU.edu Up to $6,800/year toward payment of your tuition & fees — if you’re a first-time freshman with a reported adjusted gross income for your family that is less than $40,000. The most costly education is the one not begun! Also, apply for scholarships through www.ApplyTexas.org & for current Texas Tech students: www.Scholarships.TTU.edu  Your free on-line financial-management guidelines:  www.CashCourse.org/TTU      

61.  Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, www.TTUHSC.edu & tours of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center for all ages:  youth, families, classes, schools; after-school, faith-based, mentoring/tutoring, non-profit & community-based groups; GO Centers, Closing the Gaps Council/South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative partners & prospective students of all ages:  Darcy.Pollock@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-2907. 

62.  Wayland Baptist University/Lubbock, www.WBU.edu or 1-800-588-1928.  Dora L. Garcia (DGarcia@WBU.edu) & Laci McDermett (McDermettL@WBU.edu) or 806-785-9285.  6,000+ WBU students seeking their dreams at 13 campuses in six states & a         partnership program in Kenya, Africa.  750 students at Lubbock Campus in bachelor & master’s degree programs (business administration, education, interdisciplinary studies, religion & other fields); four 11-week terms with classes primarily in the evening & over the Internet.  Quality, affordable education convenient for working adults, plus:  transfer of more credits, work      experience received as credit for undergraduate work; faculty bring real-world experience into the classroom along with concern for students’ overall success.  WBU was named one of “Best Values” in the West region by US News & World Report and #6 in America’s Best Colleges in 2007. 

Pay for College!

63.  Invite financial experts in your own backyard to make college-is-affordable presentations &/or serve as subject-matter-experts during presentations by first generation-college parents (who are encouraging their peers – other first generation-college parents — to nurture their children for success in school, college & life):  www.FinancialAid.TTU.edu & Nikki.Sosa@TTU.edu & Yvonne.Harwood@TTU.edu &  Connie.Brown@TTU.edu & Lea.Davidson@TTU.edu & Anita.S.Malone@TTU.edu; Parent@TTU.edu; Beccy.Hambright@TTU.edu; Marcus.Wilson@TTUHSC.edu; Shannon.Kirkland@TTUHSC.edu; JBatenhorst@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; GHensley@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; CRiley@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; SAllen@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; HogueJ@WBU.edu; Charles.Webb@LCU.edu; AAnger@COVHS.org; LAClark@LEARNPrograms.org; Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org; RAguilera@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; GQuinonez@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; Liz.Myrick@CISSouthPlains.org; CBarnes@Mail.WTAMU.edu; GoWT@WTAMU.edu; WMScott@Ag.TAMU.edu;JakeKSM@HotMail.com; Richard.Sapp@TGSLC.org; JWard@HowardCollege.edu; Michelle@LubbockAreaFoundation.org 

Resources to counsel families on preparing financially for college:  www.FSA4Counselors.Ed.Gov/NT4CM  submit questions at www.fsa4counselors.ed.gov/clcf/contactus.html or call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243). Students and parents may e-mail StudentAid@Ed.Gov or call 1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243).

64.  Workforce Solutions Career Center/Lubbock:  www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-  up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more):  students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public  assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education):  employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org; also:  Rosalinda.Romero@SPWorkForce.org or   www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.  

Wise up:  Get college/money-for-college advice & encouragement from

65.  College Forward!  Find out how to start, grow & maximize a high-performance non-profit organization that effectively prepares low -income & first generation college students & families for academic, financial, social, community-service & lifetime successes (at no cost to students & @$1,300/student organizational cost).  Discover how outreach may be leveraged & maximized through savvy partnerships, training & retention of direct-service AmeriCorps & capacity-building Volunteers In Service To America (VISTA) members (www.AmeriCorps.Gov).  Visit www.ReadyBy21Austin.org/documents/GTCManual.pdf for Everything You Ever Wanted to Know — but were afraid to ask — about class-by-class requirements (spelled out for high school graduation) & college success (steps, tips & how-tos).  Invite College Forward’s 100-student summer bus tour to your college or university.  For information, please check out www.CollegeForward.org or Info@CollegeForward.org  Mobile GO Center Champion Fred Markham, Texas Pioneer Foundation 512-396-2164.

66.  Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Liz.Myrick@CISSouthPlains.org & Fiona.May@CISSouthPlains.org & Anita.Blakey@CISSouthPlains.org & Becky.Householder@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-368-8090.  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life:  Kindergarten through 12th grade drop-out prevention program.  32 school-based sites/GO Centers across Education Service Center Region XVII.  Discover the After-School Programs Toolkit (www.CISNet.org):  reading, math, “Five that Work” (researched, highest-quality after-school programs).  Partnerships with colleges’ & universities’ work-study program to match college students’ major, minor or career interests with CIS assignments:  academic tutoring, mentoring services, after-school activities; drug, gang & violence-prevention activities; career assistance & exploration; work experience opportunities; enrichment activities & field trips; peer pressure, self-esteem & anger-management  programs.  Also, www.CISTexas.org & 800-CIS-4KIDS  195 CIS operational affiliates in 27 states & the District of Columbia – serving 3,400 schools/education sites; nearly 1.2M students are directly served by CIS; 16,000 community partners; CIS reaches the most economically disadvantaged families (85% of CIS students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunches).  After high school, CIS students made positive choices:  64% went on to post-secondary education, 28% entered the workforce & 3% joined the military.

67.  Dual credit for a head start on college during high school at a discounted cost — saves time & money, www3.SouthPlainsCollege.edu/HSDualCredit & Andrew Ruiz  (ARuiz@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or 806-894-9611.  Receive college credit for courses taken while in high school.

68.  LEARN Programs, Inc. Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Eddie Anaya (EAnaya@LEARNPrograms.org) & LeAnn Clark (LAClark@LEARNPrograms.org) & Esmeralda Benitez (EBenitez@LEARNPrograms.org) or 806-763-4256  Aiding financially deprived students with funds to continue post-secondary education/training.  Aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations.  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org):  Brownfield, Lubbock (Estacado High School, Frenship ISD), New Deal &  Plainview Independent School Districts (ISDs);  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org):  Lockney, Lubbock (Coronado High School), Ropes, Shallowater & Slaton ISDs;  Lee St. Dennis (LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org):  Lubbock (Estacado & Monterey High Schools), Meadow, Smyer & Springlake-Earth; Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org):  Levelland & Littlefield ISDs & Lubbock (Cavazos & Dunbar Middle Schools; Lubbock High School);  Moses Pena (MPena@LEARNPrograms.org):  Floydada & Lamesa ISDs & Lubbock (Lubbock-Copper & Lubbock High Schools).

69.  PEGASUS Program, www.FGC.TTU.edu & Pegasus@TTU.edu& www.Advising.TTU.edu/PEGASUS & Jodi.Gonzalez@TTU.edu & Laura.Bosh@TTU.edu  First Generation College student program – available for outreach, presentations & for service to TTU students & the younger First Generation populations in the community through GO Centers (Boys & Girls Clubs, IDEAL, LEARN Programs, Inc.; area high schools & junior high schools); Buckner Family & Children Services — Foster Care Youth; The Bridge of Lubbock; TTU Upward Bound & area First Generation College clubs.  Dedicated to helping students — including foster-care youth www.Advising.TTU.edu/PEGASUS/HopeChest) find their way & achieve success in life:  at Texas Tech & beyond;  serving ALL members of the Texas Tech community, especially current & prospective students:  helping students obtain academic, social & financial  support;  transition smoothly into the university environment; secure financial aid; improve study skills; manage time & procrastination style; overcome personal struggles & more — through one-on-one relationships with First Generation College Mentors – Collegiate G-Force – who know how  hard students have worked, & who are ready to help students survive & thrive at Texas Tech.  Mentors will be friends & personal guides to navigating the TTU world.  Their friendships & experiences will provide meaningful help & real-world advice about how to be successful during college.   Other resources of TTU University Advising include DISCOVERY!  Pre-Law & University Advising Center.

70.  Trenton Cornehl, www.ConnectEdu.Net & TrentonCornehl@GMail.com  or 806-441-7999.  No-charge Web resources for school districts (teacher-, student-, family- & counselor-friendly resources about academics, careers, financial aid, convenient systems to track/nurture students’ college-readiness milestones, college/university/job searches; to help keep students in school, successful in school, planning for learning after high school through technical courses/certificates/ degrees).  Data bridge between high schools and colleges/universities.

71.  Tutors, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu/Learning_Center & Dr. Gail Malone  (GMalone@SouthPlainsCollege.edu).  Learning how to achieve good grades, how to study, to be confident & successful – via reading/learning strategies courses & getting individualized, personalized academic support.

72.  www.CollegeForALLTexans.com & caring, knowledgeable folks:

Greta.Cullers@TTU.edu & Jessie.Rangel@TTU.edu Student- & family-friendly advocates, community leaders & university/college-admissions experts (retired).   

Jody Sneed (Jody.Sneed@GMail.com) Weekly sit-down dinner for devotional study with high school/college students; contract-related consultancy services & 19+ years coordinating volunteer-driven financial literacy & entrepreneurship training in hundreds of school districts across West Texas. 

Julie Canon (JulieSCanon@Aol.com) Financial-planning consultancy services – to pay for future, college expenses for your family.

Karl.Kirk.Baumann@TexasTechAlumni.org or 806-549-4930:  enthusiastic problem-solver, strong writer, prosperous business owner/operator/manager/trainer, effective mentor & tutor with expertise in Information Technology, math & foreign languages.           

Kathy Hicks, PhD, www.Phoenix.edu & KHicks@ARN.Net  Distance education philosophy faculty member.  One-to-one tutor/mentor/coach for [a] ACT & SAT-test preparation (one student-athlete’s score improved by 600 points), [b] children with autism-spectrum disorders & [c] other special circumstances.  College-related coaching for athletic coaches – to improve coaches’ strategies in advising all student-athletes about college & financial aid irrespective of student-athletes’ apparent academic &/or athletic abilities.  Collaborative, outreach grant with Professional Golfers Association to connect [1] first-generation college Hispanic families & youth with golfing as a sport, a cultural-barrier-bursting learning adventure & career; & with [2] long-time, country-club golfers’ perspectives, customs & mores.                      

Monty.Vaughn@Yahoo.com or 806-252-4460.  Educational Consultant

Quinn Steele Walter, QSWal@SuddenLink.Net or 806-773-3316.  Mathematics Counts coach, mentor, presenter & consultant. 

73.  www.CollegeView.com/Counselors/Index.html/Cincinnati, OHIO & DLocreille@Hobsons-US.com  Order free resources for students.  Also, fully interactive College Search Tool that provides a wealth of information about 5,044 two- & four-year colleges & universities in the US – including statistics, photos, on-line applications & first-hand information written by current students.  Search for colleges by region, state, academic major & school type – to find the right college.  Another free tool:  www.CollegeView.com/widgets.jsp

74.  BIG SPRING   ”I Can, Too!”  Third graders spend a day with Howard College students for College Day – including lunch for the whole family.  Also, two-week Kids’ College on campus during the summer for first through sixth graders.  Education for learning, for earning, for life:  Javier Flores (JFlores@HowardCollege.edu) or www.HowardCollege.edu

75.  BORDEN COUNTY Independent School District/Gail, www.BCISD.Net Darrin Ard (DJArd@BCISD.Net), K-12 Counselor or 806-756-4313, x. 302.  Weekly classroom guidance activities through “Auto B. Good” video series for elementary students.  Junior high students are putting together all the pieces of growing up & seeing the big picture.  Oldest students are keeping up with the amazing race of high school through www.MyStudentEdge.com & Mr. Ard’s help.  Students may read their favorite books to earn points for gift cards (details on “library” link).  Don’t get mesmerized by the perpetual-motion clock/calendar until after you link to the student-friendly Web sites (on the “places to go” link).

76– 78.  BROWNFIELD

76.  Brownfield Economic Development Alliance, Jack Cargill (JCargill@ValorNet.com).  Check out www.Achieve.org/ADPNetwork  American Diploma Project Network of 35 states:  preparing today’s students for tomorrow’s careers; dedicated to making sure that every high school graduate is prepared for college or careers. Governors, state superintendents of education, business executives & college leaders are working to bring value to the high school diploma by raising the rigor of high school standards, assessments & curriculum & aligning expectations with the demands of post-secondary education & careers.  Each state has developed its own action plan for carrying out the agenda.

77.  Brownfield Independent School District, www.BrownfieldISD.Net Sharon Liles (SharonLiles@BrownfieldISD.Net).  Providing a small school setting with excellent teachers & administrators & strong community values.  A long tradition of successful graduates, strong academic success, extracurricular & vocational programs.  Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations.  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org).  Counselors KerreMesser@BrownfieldISD.Net & NenaMontemayor@BrownfieldISD.Net

78.  Brownfield Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more): students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.

79 – 119.  BUSINESSES &/OR EMPLOYEE-FOCUSED GO CENTERS

79.  American Commercial College, www.AmericanCommercialCollege.com & ShelbyPearce@ACC-Careers.com or 806-747-4339.  Where careers begin.

80.  Art Cuevas Construction, Inc., www.CuevasHomes.com & CuevasConst@Aol.com or 806-866-9000.   Offering mentoring & on-site visits for students/youth/classes/after-school programs in order to introduce youth — who are prospective business owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders &/or workers in the construction industry — to local business owners, entrepreneurs, community leaders &/or construction-industry workers & to inspire youth with the realization that  doing well in school, staying in school & continuing education beyond high school  are likely to result in life-long, fulfilling advancement in business, community & family.

81.  Barnes & Noble Booksellers, www.BN.com & Terry Handley (CRM2364@BN.com) or 806-798-8990.  Books, music, DVD, video games & more.  1M book titles for immediate delivery.  Barnes & Noble, Jr. for children’s books, videos & music; age-based recommendations.  Educator Appreciation Days, special discounts on most 50+ orders of the same book title; kids’ DVDs; most popular book categories (fiction, children’s, eBook, medical, business, used, cooking, learning toys); search terms by product & by category; explore careers at BN.  Also, collaborative partnership with Success by 6 Initiative.

82.  Big World Communications, www.BigWorldCommunications.com & Robbye@BigWorldCommunications.com or 806-559-5500.  Helping companies & GO Centers communicate with the world.  Ask to subscribe to tips & reminders for great grammar & punctuation.

83.  Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com)  Collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs.

84.  Career Center, www.Depts.TTU.edu/CareerCenter/mainBG.php, Dave.Kraus@TTU.edu  Job search, job placement, resume critique, mock interviews, vocational assessment, StrengthsQuest assessment.  For students, employers, alumni, faculty, staff, parents & community.

85.  Center for Entrepreneurship & Family Business, http://CEFB.BA.TTU.edu & Institute for Leadership Research, www.ILR.BA.TTU.edu & Michael.R.Ryan@TTU.edu or 806-742-3175.  Bringing the next generation of Entrepreneurship to Texas Tech & our neighbors in the South Plains.  Undergraduate & graduate-level certificates & degree plans are available.  Collaborative partnerships available across all 11 Texas Tech University colleges.  Advising TTU chapter of Collegiate Entrepreneurs’ Organization, supporting students in business-plan competitions, offering professional-development workshops & listening to management teams’ needs & transformationally facilitating their needs into actionable leadership strategies.

86.  City Bank, www.TTAARewardChecking.com &  www.CityBankTexas.com  Offering to help all South Plains families (even if no one in the family has yet attended Texas Tech) become card-carrying members of the Texas Tech family — through the Texas Tech Alumni Association:  Dianna Romans (DRomans@CityBankTexas.com) or 800-687-2265 or 806-789-0899.  Annual Web-site contest to choose which 10 area non-profits will receive $10K.     

87.  Employee Learning, www.Depts.TTU.edu/EmployeeLearning or Kerry.Billingsley@TTU.edu  Offering year-round learning resources, opportunities & enrichment for Texas Tech University & TTU System employees & their families.  Semi/monthly promotion of www.ClosingTheGaps.org & GO Centers’ resources – through Texas Tech’s New Employee Orientation & Vendor Fair.

88.  Future Business Leaders of America G-Force Team, www.FBLA.org with Lubbock High School FBLA students (Rivas.Alexandria@Yahoo.com) & Sponsor Rosa Llanas (RLlanas@LubbockISD.org).  National, peer-facilitator model for the high-performance, leverage power of a High School G-Force Team.  Creating, leading, strategizing, funding & implementing national award-winning, high-attendance, annual community-service projects that promote “Education:  GO Get It” (such as [1] Closing the Gaps/FBLA Style:  creating a college-going culture in support of  LHS’ GO Center & within LHS’ middle- & grade-feeder schools; hosting evening Parent Academies with college-going information & computer lab access for college-related & financial aid research; participating in orientation-training for 2008 Collegiate G-Force Program; [2] The Ultimate Education Summit for 1,000 students, parents, teachers & community leaders from 15 counties; including 36 break-out sessions & cash donations of $40K; other education-rich projects such as [3] maximizing proven business strategies to revive a struggling gift-shop business, [4] Get Out the Vote/voter-registration marketing campaign with FBLA members’ getting deputized to register voters; & [5] awareness building & support for women & children served by Women’s Protective Services). 

89.  Guadalupe Economic Services Corporation, 1502 Erskine, Lubbock 79403; www.GESCLubbock.org & Diana.Lopez@GESCLubbock.org & 806-744-4416.   Raising the economic, education & social levels of individuals in 72 counties in Texas & New Mexico.   – including members of the minority community — who are substantially unemployed, underemployed or whose income is below federal poverty guidelines.  Fostering & promoting community-wide interest & concern for educational & economic opportunities; reduction of sickness, poverty, crime & environmental degradation; elimination of racial tensions, prejudice & discrimination (economic or otherwise).  Job recruitment & placement for low-income, seasonal or migrant-farm workers in Crosby, Floyd, Hale, Lamb, Lubbock & Lynn Counties.  Housing assistance to migrant & farm workers.  Emergency & temporary housing for homeless & migrant-homeless families & individuals.  Education-referral assistance for clients wanting to pursue a higher education.  Nurturing collaborative partnerships with youth & young-adult/mentoring G-Force organizations: Boxing Clubs (M-F, 8a-5p) through Rufus/Kiddo & Julia Carrillo, 2519 Clovis Road/Lubbock & with Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1120 52^th St./Lubbock through Fr. Andres Mendoza, 806-763-0710.  

90.  Health Organization Management, http://HOM.BA.TTU.edu & Dr. James.Hoffman@TTU.edu  Committed to give Health Organization Management students the tools to be successful as executive leaders within today’s & tomorrow’s complex, dynamic healthcare industry.  Also, quarterly John Aure Buesseler Distinguished Lectureship Series; MBA degree-program aligned with the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine; & Executive Education programs. 

91.  Interstate Realty Management & Interstate Realty Management Company Education Foundation, Karen Grindel, MSW (KGrindel@Yahoo.com) or 913-486-0684.  Social & educational services for families in public housing  – including $2M+ in scholarships since 1991 for worthy students throughout the US who are high school graduates living in Interstate properties & who are pursuing some form of higher education:  in college, trade/professional school or institute.

92.  KTXT-TV Public Television  www.KTXT.org  Click on PBS Kids, PBS Parents, or PBS Teachers:  free Pre-Kindergarten through 12th-grade resources to support learning at home & at school.  Click on Ready to Learn, Reading Rainbows, Young Writers & Illustrators Contest, GED Connection series or Parenting Counts.  Education support programs for Texas Tech faculty & staff, the community & schools across the South Plains — to assist parents, caregivers & teachers of young children.  Reading is important & learning should be especially fun.  KTXT-TV will (a) host public school or community-group station tours; and (b) downlink satellite teleconferences for educational, professional or community purposes with cost-only charges.      Pat.Cates@TTU.edu or 806-742-2209.

93.  Lubbock Chamber of Commerce, www.LubbockTexas.com, Eddie.McBride@LubbockBIZ.org or 806-783-9654.  On-going outreach with eight school districts and within Lubbock Independent School District’s Quadrant Four/low-income:  free & reduced-lunch dominant schools.  Annual Ag in the Bag career enrichment.  G-Force like systems of leadership, team-building & educational training for local leaders through year-long community-development programs:  Leadership Lubbock (for seasoned & emerging leaders), FOCUS Lubbock (for  college- & university-student leaders & emerging leaders) & New Century Leadership (for high school leaders & emerging leaders).  Catalyst for successful Employer Health Plan (access to healthcare & the resultant good health are key to providing children & adults with the physical capacity to learn).  Health plan has619 groups (13 large & 606 small) accounting for 7,058 lives; saved one business $180,000+ the first year; typical savings from groups in 2007:  70-employee group:  $100,000; 15-employee group:  $12,000. County-eligible employers may call 806-783-9654 for health insurance details & coverage; & 806-761-7000 for details & application for Lubbock Chamber of Commerce membership.  Affordable:  small & medium business enjoy the benefits of membership in a large group plan.  Employer requirements:  Membership in the Lubbock (Texas) Chamber of Commerce (through membership in their respective, home-based chamber of commerce in Crosby, Floyd, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn & Terry Counties); plan must be purchased from a FirstCare-qualified agent who is a Chamber member; employers must participate & retain health insurance membership for 24 mos.; minimum of two verifiable employees per business; 75% of eligible employees must participate; employer must cover 75% of employee-only premium. Choices of Plans & Flexibility:  HMO Plans contain NO pre-existing condition exclusions; extensive provider network locally & nationwide; 4 Plan designs (HMO; PPO; HMO High Deductible Health Plan; Hospital Coverage); dual-option plans allows employer flexibility; no referrals required; with evidence of creditable coverage, PPO pre-existing condition exclusion periods may be reduced or eliminated; PPO Plans provide out-of-area coverage through the extensive network.

94.  Lubbock Christian University (www.LCU.edu), Kelli.Childre@LCU.edu or 1-800-933-7601.  The life-changing university Kelli.Childre@LCU.edu  LCU educates 2,000 students by offering 80+ academic programs and grace-filled teachings of the Bible.  Within six months of graduating, most LCU students have a job in their field of interest.  Opportunities to visit LCU:  www.LCU.edu/LCU/FStudent/Admissions & www.LCUCamps.com & www.PineSpringsCamp.com & www.LCUChaps.com & www.LCU.edu/LCU/MasterFollies     

95.  Lubbock Economic Development Alliance, www.LubbockEDA.org or Terri.Patterson@LubbockEDA.org  Resource for success:  helping companies move to and thrive in Lubbock (from finding real estate to identifying ways to reduce business costs and helping employees feel right at home here; plus, focused strategies to strengthen & enrich educational systems & assure access to rigorous educational opportunities for all Lubbock-area families/future employees of existing & in-coming companies).  Maximizing & leveraging economic prosperity for businesses, their prospective/employees & families from pre-kindergarten/early childhood through graduate & professional-level degree programs & through strategic collaborative partnerships with/among business, education, mass media & community partnerships (please see the Education Revolution GO Center at Wester Elementary School, below in SCIENCE section; visit www.WhenCanYouStart.TV for dynamic career information in collaboration with Lubbock Independent School District, below, in LUBBOCK section; & www.AchieveTexas.org – connecting rigorous academics with relevant career education by inspiring students about fulfilling careers for lifetime success & helping them make wise education choices:  beginning with seeing the usefulness of what they are learning & therefore staying in school, doing well in school & in life; & sponsorship of Lubbock Young Professionals’ organization that has annually recognized Lubbock’s Top 20 Under 40 since 2007:  Gretchen.Miller@LubbockEDA.org). 

96.  Lubbock Fun Club, www.LubbockFunClub.com & Stephanie Holland (Steph@LubbockFunClub.com).  Putting joy & fun into everyday learning & thriving in Lubbock.  #1 online community resource for upbeat, dependable information relevant to individuals, families & prospective businesses/employers whose employees want to know what’s going on in Lubbock.  Offering the most complete calendar of events, community resources (where to eat, shop, volunteer, learn, play & thrive) for families & individuals looking to live the good life.  Actively involved in highly visible community events & activities that appeal to people of all ages & interests. 

97.  MassMutual Financial Group/Southwest Financial Group, www.MassMutual.com & Gabriel Vitela (GVitela@FinSvcs.com) or 806-535-0919.  No-charge $50K life insurance policy for 10 years (for education-only purposes) for low-income families.

98.  Money!  http://FCS.TAMU.edu/Money/index.php  Texas AgriLIFE EXTENSION of The Texas A&M System, Joan Chandler (J-Chandler@TAMU.edu):  Your money (managing money in tough times, saving & investing, fraud, bankruptcy) & your business (ca$hing in on business opportunities, starting a business in Texas; wi$e up & more) with links to www.cdr.state.tx.us/RealityCheck & www.JumpStart.org/RealityCheck for money skills needed for life (middle school & older); Kindergarten through 12th grade, youth adults:  ages 15-21 & adults:  financial literacy with free, engaging, fun, innovative, interactive financial curricula at www.HandsOnBanking.org & www.ElFuturoEnTusManos.org with teachers’ guides, worksheets, teaching tips, classroom activities, assessments & more; www.MyMoney.Gov & Passport to fiscal fitness:  www.FFLTX.org/index.cfm & www.Better-Investing.org & http://BeginnersInvest.about.com/cs/investingforkids1/a/ & www.Fool.com/Money/InvestingForKids/InvestingForKids.htm & www.MFEA.com/InvestmentStrategies/KidsCollege/default.asp & www.StrongKids.com & www.ChooseToSave.org  [District 1 = 22 counties in Amarillo-area; District 2: = 20 counties in Lubbock area; District 3 = 24 counties in Vernon area]. Also, Nancy Granovsky (N-Granovsky@TAMU.edu) & Dr. Joyce Cavanagh (JACavanagh@Ag.TAMU.edu) or 979-845-1869 & 979-845-3859.

99.  New Mexico Texas Coaches, LLC  Ellen Tedder (Trips@1800BusLimo.com) or 1-800-BUSLIMO or 806-749-9999.  GO to graduations, school activities, conventions & elsewhere via premier luxury coaches that fit each group’s size:  from 14 to 56 passengers.  On-board TV/DVD/CD entertainment systems, Mobile WiFi, refrigerators, clean restrooms, panoramic windows, comfortable reclining seats & climate-controlled heat & air conditioning.  Drivers & mechanics are Department of Transportation certified & receive training (via monthly meetings, schools & seminars) to ensure customer safety.

100.  Office of Technology Commercialization, www.TexasTech.edu/OTC & Vice Chancellor David.L.Miller@TTU.edu  Find out what to do next with your invention or discovery.  Get help with your patent or copyright.  Helping researchers introduce their new discoveries to the marketplace by protecting intellectual property while promoting the transfer of academic discovery to industry for public benefit & economic development.  Forming strategic alliances to bring new products, ideas, & concepts to the marketplace.  Benefit from our relationships with angel investors and venture capital firms looking for new ideas.  You don’t have to be a member of the Texas Tech University System community to access our services.

101.  Phi Beta Kappa Lambda of Texas chapter sheltered by faculty at Texas Tech:  www.Depts.TTU.edu/PhiBetaKappa & Historian Dr. Alice.White@TTU.edu  Scholarships available:  www.PBK.org/InfoView/PBK_InfoView.aspx?t=&id=5  The Phi Beta Kappa Society (www.PBK.org) is the nation’s oldest undergraduate honors organization in the US.  The Society has pursued its mission of fostering and recognizing excellence in the liberal arts and sciences since 1776.  The Society has 500,000+ members with 280 chapters nationwide.  PBK stands for freedom of inquiry and expression, disciplinary rigor, breadth of intellectual perspective, the cultivation of skills of deliberation and ethical reflection, the pursuit of wisdom, and the application of the fruits of scholarship and research in practical life.  PBK champions these values in the confidence that a world influenced by them will be a more just and peaceful world.  Recent past US presidents & US President Obama share a Phi Beta Kappa connection:  three former US Presidents are PBKs:  George H.W. Bush/Yale ‘48; Bill Clinton/Georgetown ‘68 & Jimmy Carter/honorary at KS State Univ. ‘91.  Two are sons of PBKs:  US President Obama (through his father Barack Hussein Obama, Sr., PBK/Hawai’i at Manoa in ‘62) & past US President George W. Bush (through his father).   PBKs share the honor of membership with 17 US Presidents & seven of the nine current US Supreme Court Justices (including Sonia Sotomayor, PBK, Princeton, ’76).  Famous or not, all PBKs have one thing in common:  the pursuit of excellence.  PBKs whose names you may know:  Jeff Bezos, Founder of Amazon.com; Glenn Close, actor; Eileen Collins, space-shuttle commander; Francis Ford Coppola, film director; Michael Crichton, author; Rita Dove, former US Poet Laureate; John Hope Franklin, historian; Brian Greene, physicist; Peyton Manning, NFL quarterback; Stephen Sondheim, composer & lyricist; Gloria Steinem, co-founder of Ms. Magazine; John Updike, novelist & critic.  Corporate headhunter Nick Corcodilos, Phi Beta Kappa, Rutgers, ‘77  (”The Key Reporter, Fall 2009; p. 10) explains to recent graduates how to market Liberal Arts degree skills (e.g., English, other languages, art, history, psychology:  non-business disciplines)  in the business world:  offer well-honed ability to learn what is needed to in order to accomplish a task & strong writing & communication skills (to help CEOs who can’t write to save their lives).  Highlight fundamental skills & attributes (that others may lack) in terms of the respective business:*  skills to define problems & tasks; master information-retrieval systems (libraries, books, periodicals, Internet, personal interviews); facility in planning & executing research, organizing ideas & solutions;  attributes of an open mind to new ideas & approaches; disciplined work habits; a critical eye & ear.  *Select a business of interest.  Study it in excruciating detail.  Learn enough & begin mapping skills & attributes to the business (i.e., to explain how skills & attributes can be used to solve the owner’s/employer’s problems).

102.  Raise Your Hand Texas!  www.RaiseYourHandTexas.org Advocating academic rigor, career-life relevance, flexibility & common-sense via multiple paths to high school diploma:  [1] math-science; [2] fine arts, liberal arts, foreign languages; [3] career & technology; full-day program for four-year-olds (90 percent of human brain synapses develop by age five, therefore early learning is critical; & to maximize tax-payers’ cost/benefit ratio:  every $1.00 now on early childhood education saves $3.50 for human/justice services later); & school accountability that is challenging rather than demoralizing.

103.  Reality Check, www.CDR.State.TX.US/RealityCheck & www.JumpStart.org/RealityCheck  Texas Tech University Office of Community Engagement & Jennifer.Sutton@TTU.edu  45-minute simulation for fifth-graders & older to experience living on the monthly salary of a high school drop out or of a professional – deeply connecting the positive correlation between school success & life/career success.  Great opportunity to meaningfully engage local business owners – to sell the products & services that the students are required to purchase with their pre-determined, education-dependent salary.  To borrow or find out how to purchase your own store fronts (to brand with your logo, Web site, call to action & contact information):  JBerset@SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Dr. Stephanie.J.Jones@TTU.edu  

104.  Reese Technology Center/Lubbock, www.ReeseCenter.com Bill Miller (BMiller@ReeseCenter.com or BMiller5@HotMail.com) & Todd Reno (TReno@ReeseCenter.com)  High-performance learning organization providing pre-kindergarten through graduate/professional-level educational opportunities.  US’ only profitable business park that was reinvented from a recommissioned US Air Force Base.  Local, regional, national & international tenants include corporations, governmental entities, non-profit organizations, on-site daycare for children of tenants’ employees; as well as academic departments, institutes & programs of South Plains College & Texas Tech University.   60 percent of newest tenants were referred by existing tenants whose expectations have been continuously exceeded via win-win collaborative partnerships.  Education-focused tenants provide technical, academic & research classes, certifications; from high school/dual-credit programs through post-doctoral research that has resulted in profitable spin-off businesses that continue as tenants.

105.  Rich Rice’s Bookstore, coming soon:  http://iBookSwap.info & iBookSwap@GMail.com  Also, http://RichRice.com  Rich.Rice@TTU.edu  Getting books to motivated readers & partnership with Literacy Lubbock/GO Center. 

106.  Ruben Young, Realtor, Greg Garrett GMAC Real Estate, RYoung@GMACLubbock.com & 806-786-1134.  Motivational speaker & mentor:  high-school drop-out who has succeed in school (graduated from Texas Tech University in ’07) & life (realtor with a company that provides thorough training to ensure life & business success).

107.  SCORE, www.SCORE.org & Don Schenkel (DDS91361@Yahoo.com) Counselors to America’s small business:  free & confidential small business mentoring.  On-line & in-person mentoring.  Free workbook to jump-start a new business. Subscribe to eNews & ExpertAnswers; Podcasts on marketing.   Get advice about loans, finance, cash flow, balance sheet, reach new customers; plan for crises, disaster/recovery, emergency business information.  Find resources by subject:  starting, growing, financing, managing, technology, employee benefits, disaster preparedness.  Find help for entrepreneurs women, minorities, young entrepreneurs; veterans (guards & reservists); 50+ entrepreneurs; manufacturers, rural entrepreneurs. 

108.  Skyviews of Texas Tech/Lubbock, www.SkyviewsTTU.org or JB.Ward@TTU.edu & 806-744-7462  The public (including GO Centers) are invited to make reservations at a superb full-service restaurant with delicious cuisine & elegant ambiance — atop Texas Tech Plaza (on the sixth floor, overlooking the tree-top skyline of Lubbock) on the southeast corner of 19th Street & University.  Ideal for your formal or informal lunchtime conversations & special dining events.  Meet & greet some of Texas Tech University’s 200 Restaurant, Hotel & Institutional Management students who will be serving you at Skyviews — as part of their required hospitality/hands-on laboratory experience. 

109.  Small Business Development Center Lubbock, www.TTUSBDC.org/Lubbock & Efren.Villanueva@TTUSBDC.org or Sandra.K.Caldwell@TTUSBDC.org or 800-992-7232 or 806-745-1637.  Promoting growth, innovation, profitability, increased productivity & improved management of small businesses through consulting, training (15+ business workshops including four-night boot camp “Starting Your Own Business”) & research services for entrepreneurs in 15 counties for 20+ years.  Resources include Texas Manufacturing Assistance Center (engineering consultancy services for small & medium-sized manufacturers:  plant set up, layout & more), the Procurement Assistance Center (for businesses to sell products to government), Rural Enterprise Accelerator Partnership of the Southwest (real-time, broadband network of virtual incubator system for rural communities:  Lamesa, Levelland, Littlefield & Hobbs, NM); West Texas Center of Innovation & Commercialization (university collaborations across 83 counties from Amarillo to San Angelo — to get State of Texas Emerging Technology Fund investment dollars for start-up or ready-to-commercialize businesses).  www.SpaceTechSolutions.com  40-hour knowledge & technology-transfer consultancy services from National Aeronautical & Space Administration scientists for small businesses.   

110.  South Plains College Career Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu & Ben Alexander, MA (BeAlexander@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or 806-716-4608.  Dedicated to helping students, alumni & community members make positive employment connections.  On-line Job Database includes skill building (interviewing, resume & cover-letter writing skills), one-on-one attention, career counseling; interest, ability, values & personality inventories; assistance in realistic career & educational goal setting; information on local employment agencies & major employers in the South Plains geographical area; links for employers, job fairs & more.

111.  South Plains Mall, www.SouthPlainsMall.com, Beth.Bridges@Macerich.com or 806-792-4654.  Convenient place to reach audiences with education- & learning-rich information, opportunities & invitations; or to invite audiences to participate in your research or events.  Dozens of stores/vendors that are prospective collaborative partners to provide goods/services for GO Center programs or events — in return for GO Center publicity; source of recognition items, thank-you mementos or give-aways for your G-Force peer facilitators, mentors, tutors, top-achieving students, for family events or academic competitions.  Meeting community challenges through a combination of employee volunteerism, financial support, in-kind donations & partnerships with non-profit organizations which have missions consistent with Macerich vision & values (financial/in-kind support:  gift cards, merchandise, use of property/hosting &/or sponsoring events).  Concho Resource Center donation bins (at Mall entrance near Firestone) are for on-going community donations — for CRC to provide vocational training & employment opportunities to individuals with limited disabilities in Western Texas.

112.  South Plains Tech Prep:  South Plains’ GO Centers’ Founder (in 2003) & six-year oversight leader of excellence with high-performance team; enduring GO Center Champion:  Jill Berset (JBerset@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) & 806-716-4710.  GO Center Professional Consultant Sarah Allen (SAllen@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) and Julie Laughlin (JLaughlin@SouthPlainsCollege.edu); also:   http://www2.SouthPlainsCollege.edu/displayPage/554  Giving high school students a head start to life/academic/career success through [a] high-demand, technical degrees through hands-on, contextual/relevant teaching (simultaneously avoiding boredom/drop outs due to lack of career/life plan; cost savings for taxpayers, students & parents through free Tech Prep/dual credit: toward high school diploma & college credit); demonstrating tangible relevance of education for first-generation families that see their child’s technical certificate including hours of college credit – along with high-demand technical-career salaries that can help the family far more than the salary of a high school drop out; & [b] starting college with a career/professional purpose (thus, avoiding repeating/dropping courses & being undecided/less motivated about their purpose, career, life).  Tech Prep focuses on connecting the academic/middle 50 percent of students with their future careers through businesses & industry-certified/approved career-technology classes.  Systematically making school relevant by connecting academic success with career/life success.  Tech Prep outcomes include students’ higher academic/test scores, lower drop-out rate, more students completing college preparatory plans, higher graduation rates, free college credit in technical programs & more enrolling in two & four-year college/university degree plans; partnerships with 54 high schools & 253 career-technology teachers; 85 departments from SPC, TTU, TTUHSC, WBU & LCU; 350 businesses.  Annual professional-development cluster meetings for high school career-technology teachers across 11 career topics;  college readiness/vertical alignment of career-technology course through regular gatherings of college instructors & their high school counterparts; counselor workshops, school & home visits; industry-focused programs for/with business leaders.  Providing downloadable career-related posters & links to dynamic publications such as the 116-page Pathways to Success magazine (filled with live links to Web sites of interest):  www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu/techprep  Offering maximum-leverage events for businesses, industries & associations to invest in their prosperous future through annual Career/College-Awareness Expo – where businesses may strategically engage with their future workforce/customers (i.e., through interactive exhibits & hands-on demonstrations:  showcasing existing/emerging careers to 3,000+ high school students; showing/telling students about the career pathways, providing salary information & educational requirements needed from future employees).  Donating $20+K in-kind services:  consultancy services; GO Center banners, posters, training handbooks, GO Kit CDs (also available at https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/ToolKit.cfm); Public Service Announcements & video materials, Cool Jobs & Reel Life DVDs, 50 boxes (50/box) 116-pages Pathways to Success magazine for high school students; 10 boxes (125/box) two-pocket folders with high school/college check list & timelines, three When I Go To College PreK CDs & plastic tubs with college-friendly resources;  good will & connections with long-time GO Center Sponsors, how-to instructions for a work GO Center exhibit at Career/College Expo & continuing consultancy services & complimentary presentations/trainings about GO Centers, G-Force Teams, donation & loan of Reality Check simulations (www.CDR.State.TX.US/RealityCheck & www.JumpStart.org/RealityCheck), lamination of hundreds of GO Center & The More You Learn, the More You Earn posters; PodCasting library with technical assistance:  SAllen@SouthPlainsCollege,edu; etc.  Based at South Plains College/Reese Technology Center:  www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu

113.  SPARTAN Public Transportation, www.SPCAA.org Brian.Baker@SPCAA.org or 806-894-6104.  Providing round-trip transportation (from Lubbock to Reese Technology Center & to Levelland & back) for South Plains College students; & other by-reservation, demand-response, non-emergency transportation for rural communities @$.50/mi. or under; also, through umbrella organization South Plains Community Action Association:  other education- & college-friendly resources such as housing, Women Infants & Children nutrition program, home health & childcare resources.

114.  The Ice Cream Shoppe & Soda Fountain/2705 26^th Street @Boston in Lubbock, www.LubbockFunClub.com & Stephanie Holland (Steph@LubbockFunClub.com) & 806-792-2756.  Fun, 1950s ambiance with old-fashioned sodas, milk shakes, malts, banana splits, sundaes & brownies.  24+ flavors of ice cream, yogurt & sherbet.   Convenient venue with creative, party ideas to ensure that your school, college or family celebrations are easy, festive & affordable.  Welcoming venue for fund-raising or other special events on behalf of GO Centers or other causes you believe in.

115.  Visit Lubbock, www.VisitLubbock.org or Erica Perry (Erica@VisitLubbock.org).  Extend your staff before, during & after your special events for your incoming guests:  prospective students/donors/faculty/CEO/investors/site visitors;  for your reunion, celebration, alumni, wedding or recognition events; conventions, conferences, VIP visits by inter/national guests or health/medical patients.  Inquire about VIP services, lodging, mementos, venues & tours.  Quarterly, complimentary networking luncheons for all who plan training seminars, presentations, large- & small-group gatherings, meetings, conferences, conventions & tours; & for all who host VIPs & prospective leaders, faculty, staff, students, donors, investors, business owners & partners.  Leigh Martzall (Leigh@VisitLubbock.org) for welcome bags & registration assistance for Lubbock-based conventions, conferences & meetings.  

116.  Visual & Performing Arts, www.VPA.TTU.edu & Kathy.Nordstrom@TTU.edu or 806-742-0700.  Discover the abundance of career-related skills, characteristics, employment settings, Web sites & careers/jobs/professions for those who study art history, dance, music, studio art & theatre arts.

117.  Welding, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu/Welding/Index.htm & Pete Stracener (PStracener@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or 806-716-2284.  Job opportunities or start-your-own-business opportunities with sought-after technical skills.

118.  WesTex Allied Communities, www.WesTexAllied.org & WesTexAllied@GMail.com & Laura Hardin (LHardin@ValorNet.com) & Bret Mills (BMills@Security-State-Bank.com or 806-789-9651.  Community leaders organized to serve the enterprising individuals & businesses with free & confidential service that helps start, expand & improve the economic & social futures of our communities.  Sirolli Institute-inspired Enterprise Facilitation:  “barn building” for businesses in rural west Texas by capturing the passion, intelligence, imagination & resources of our people.  80% small-business success over 27+ years of development.  Serving Lamb, Hockley & Hale Counties  

119.  WorkForce Solutions South Plains, www.SPWorkForce.org & 806-765-5038.  Age-appropriate  GO Centers engaging various ages for school, college, career & life success:  [1] Planting the seed early (from Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood)  for school success & college – (a) assists eligible families (working or going to school) with child care in 15 counties — through agreements with 165 child-development/early learning/pre-school providers (including 21 Texas Rising Star sites:  designated child-development/early learning/pre-school providers that voluntarily provide staff-development training services & thus receive higher reimbursement rates); (b) provides no-charge, quarterly training for 165 providers’ staff (about infants through schoolagers; related to early learning, literacy or school readiness) & twice-a-month evening training; & provides art & education-enrichment Resource Room with curriculum boxes, die cuts, lamination, butcher paper & teacher resources – available for check-out by registered providers:  Liz.Whetstone@SPWorkForce.org & Jan.Thompson@SPWorkForce.org & Cherri.Stallings@SPWorkForce.org; [2] Youth-focused outreach & education/college resources (for ages 10-14 yrs.):  Darryl.Victor@SPWorkForce.org; employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  [3]  adult/family-focused enrichment through nine South Plains-area Career Centers Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org; and [4] a variety of support for GO Centers:  [a] donation of four free computers for South Plains-area non-profit organizations that establish a GO Center (Richard.Waite@SPWorkForce.org);  [b]  loan of computers for working GO Center exhibits at conferences, conventions, in-service trainings and workshops; [c] abundance of canvas bags & WorkForce mementos as thank-you items for GO Center Sponsors.

120.  COTTON CENTER High School, http://CottonCenter.ESC17.Net  Nancy Hannon (NHannon@ESC17.Net) through Math, Alive!  Drs. Victoria.Howle@TTU.edu & Brock.Williams@TTU.edu & Jerry.Dwyer@TTU.edu & Jeffrey.Lee@TTU.edu & Tara.Stevens@TTU.edu  Summer math academy concurrently on the Texas Tech campus & at Cotton Center High School. A total of 28 students participated. They heard research mathematicians and scientists present their work in a form accessible to the K-12 level. Students worked with faculty on small research projects and the program concluded with a banquet, a career panel and student presentations of their work. The academy is part of the department’s mission of mathematical outreach to the South Plains community and is funded by the Texas Workforce Commission and the Mathematical Association of America through its TENSOR/SUMMA program for attracting diverse populations into the mathematical sciences.  A primary lecture series ⿿Illuminating Geometry: The Shape of Reality⿝ was delivered by Dr. Lee. Also, Gina Peralez (GPeralez@ESC17.Net) through Lee St. Dennis, LEARN Programs Inc.

121 – 125.  CROSBYTON

121.  Crosby County / Texas AgriLIFE EXTENSION of The Texas A&M System, http://Crosby-TX.TAMU.edu  Tyler Hawthorne (JTHawthorne@Ag.TAMU.edu or 806-675-2347).  Real Learning for Real Life!  Improving lives of people, businesses & communities across Texas through high-quality, relevant education:  4-H, Junior Master Gardener, micro-finance/ entrepreneurial and youth- and family-outreach programs to systematically and effectively cultivate healthy communities, leadership, team-building and education-friendly opportunities. 

122.  Crosbyton Elementary, Middle & High Schools, www.Crosbyton.K12.TX.US Counselor John Blackwell (JohnB@Crosbyton.K12.TX.US) to benefit students now & in the working world:  beginning with Head Start, also: Leadership Advisory Council since 2005; partnerships with Ogallala Commons, Texas AgriLIFE EXTENSION, Tech Prep, South Plains College Extension Center/Crosbyton, West Texas College (college classes for adults during the summer); Lubbock Christian University, Wayland Baptist University & Texas Tech University (alternative teacher-certification program, encouraging instructional aides to pursue teacher certification, local stipend for teachers to get master’s degree;  local scholarships for students), high school peer-mentor G-Force program with elementary students; adult mentors for middle & high school students; focus on health careers, dual credit through distance learning, annual health fair, use of cell phone as intentional learning/training tool; 100-year anniversary in 2009 celebrating successful alumni:  Judge Sam Medina, El Paso Superintendent Dr. Garcia, former TTU Band Director Dr. Suddeth; wind-energy project with middle school (to learn about new industry that will bring new local jobs:  providing opportunities for families/students to live/work in Crosbyton & thereby keep the school & community alive);  four-year electrician apprentice program that pays high school students while they study/work; students’ participation in Tech Prep’s Job Shadow Day & College/Career Fair; Sneak Peek/college-visit day, financial aid workshop; AgriLIFE EXTENSION’s entrepreneurship camp, “Explore” reading club; services of Career-College Readiness Counselor Kathy Owen (KAOwen@Caprock-Spur.com).  Also, Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Shawn Billingsley, ShawnB@Crosbyton.K12.TX.US or 806-675-7331, x. 228; and Dr. Mukaddes.Darwish@TTU.edu with engineering technology projects. Teacher LisaD@Crosbyton.K12.TX.US

123.  Crosbyton Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Claudia.Cowley@SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more): students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.  

124.  South Plains College Extension Center/Crosbyton, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Dr. Jim Walker (JWalker@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or Kasey Reyes (KReyes@SouthPlainsCollege.edu).  Interactive TV classes & nursing courses (beginning Fall 2009).  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.  Location:  206 W. Aspen, Crosbyton, Texas (806-675-0587). 

125.  DAWSON Independent School District/Welch, www.Dawson.ESC17.Net & Marva Hogue (MHogue@ESC17.Net)  Serving as a foundation for a well-balanced & appropriate education, students demonstrating exemplary performance in reading & writing of English, understanding of math, science & social studies. 

126 & 128.  DENVER CITY

126.  DENVER CITY High School, www.DCISD.org & Counselors Melisa.Dorsett@DCISD.org & Tasha.Garcia@DCISD.org  Review academic ratings, budget & Denver City alumni from 1952 through the latest graduating class.  Also, Kelley-Dodson Elementary, W.G. Gravitt Junior High & Sports Center (baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, softball, tennis, track & field & volleyball) & cheerleaders beginning at the 7^th grade.

127.  South Plains College Extension Center/Denver City, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Dr. Jim Walker (JWalker@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or Kasey Reyes (KReyes@SouthPlainsCollege.edu).  Interactive TV classes, workforce development courses & nursing courses.  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.  Location:  500 N. Ave. C, Denver City, Texas (806-592-2163).   

128.  Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more):  students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.  

129 – 139.  EARLY CHILDHOOD/EARLY HEAD START/HEAD START/PRE-KINDERGARTEN GO CENTERS

129.  Child Care Provider Training, http://fcs.tamu.edu/families/child_care/index.php & Dr. Stephen Green (S-Green@TAMU.edu) or 979-845-6468.  Helping early childhood educators provide quality care for today’s children through child care provider conferences, Web-based training program, Child Care Connections newsletter (http://fcs.tamu.edu/families/child_care/connections_newsletters.php

130.  Child Development & Early Childhood, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu Johnanne Reynolds (JReynolds@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) & Stephanie Deering (SDeering@SouthPlainsCollege.edu). Child Development Associate Training, Enhanced Skill Certificate, Child Development/Early Childhood Certificate & Associate’s Degree.  Importance of early brain development via appropriate play.  Also, Advocates for Children Today student association.  Hands-on learning experiences, career programs for the world of work, smaller classes & one-on-one attention, affordable tuition & fees.

131.  Early Childhood Intervention Developmental Education Birth to Three, www.LubbockISD.org/ECIDEBT & Regina Culver (CCulver@LubbockISD.org).  Home-based, family-focused services to identify & intervene when children exhibit delays in development.  Assisting parents as they teach their children; providing support & information to help parents become advocates for their child.  

132.  Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten, www.SPWorkForce.org  Planting the seed early (from Early Childhood/Pre-Kindergarten)  for school success & college – (a) assists eligible families (working or going to school) with child care in 15 counties – through agreements with 165 child-development/early learning/pre-school providers (including 21 Texas Rising Star sites:  designated child-development/early learning/pre-school providers that voluntarily provide staff-development training services & thus receive higher reimbursement rates); (b) provides no-charge, quarterly training for 165 providers’ staff (about infants through schoolagers; related to early learning, literacy or school readiness) & twice-a-month evening training; & provides art & education-enrichment Resource Room with curriculum boxes, die cuts, lamination, butcher paper & teacher resources – available for check-out by registered providers:  Liz.Whetstone@SPWorkForce.org & Jan.Thompson@SPWorkForce.org & Cherri.Stallings@SPWorkForce.org  Get your own copy/ies of beautiful, family-friendly learning & literacy resources for families & toddlers from CSimpson@UnitedWay-Lubbock.org or www.NIFL.Gov or 1-800-228-8813 or EdPubs@INet.ED.Gov (your child @birth from bornlearning; A Child Becomes a Reader:  proven ideas from research for parents, birth through preschool; Shining Stars 1-3:  Toddlers/PreSchool/Kindergarteners Get Ready to Read:  how parents can help their toddlers/preschool/kindergarteners get ready to read; Big Dreams:  a family book about reading for preschool through grade three – from The National Institute for Literacy). 

133.  Early Head Start & Head Start, www.SPCAA.org/programs/index.php?category_id=809 & Kenna Pruitt (KPruitt@SPCAA.org) & Crystal Andrews (CAndrews@SPCAA.org) or 806-762-8815, x. 40; or 806-894-2207 or 1-800-658-9632.  Serving 1,342 children in 32 locations in 18+ communities – of 12 counties of the South Plains area (Brownfield, Crosbyton, Denver City, Floydada, Levelland, Littlefield, Lorenzo, Lubbock, Morton, Muleshoe, O’Donnell, Olton, Plainview, Post, Ropesville, Slaton, Smyer, Springlake-Earth, Sudan & Tahoka).  Comprehensive child-development program for three & four-year-olds whose families meet the federal low-income guidelines — giving children opportunities to learn basic social concepts, develop self-esteem, function in a school atmosphere & develop basic concepts of learning.  Helps parents to become self-sufficient & develop life skills.

134.  Early Learning Centers of Lubbock, www.ELCLubbock.org & 806-765-9981.  Sharla Manale (SManale@ELCLubbock.org) & Jackie Rutherford (JRutherford@ELCLubbock.org).  Birth to school age, M-F, 6:30a-6p year round:  a planned developmental program where children gain self-confidence, self-esteem, appreciation for others; experience the joys of learning & growing in a loving environment.  Meeting children’s physical, emotional, social & cognitive needs – through well-equipped classrooms with trained teachers & ample materials.  Estimated 20-point Intelligence Quotient improvement among ELC graduates (as compared to their neighborhood peers who do not attend ELC).  Fees are based on income & eligibility.  Locations:  2509 Elm St. (806-744-6726); 2714 Erskine (806-763-0535); 101 Ave. K (806-763-3777); 417 N. Akron (806-765-9126); 1301 Vanda (806-765-0110).

135.  Jesse A. Garza, Advocate to guide families into Early Childhood, Pre-Kindergarten & Headstart Programs & to remind them early & often that college is possible, affordable & desirable for them & their children:  JesseGarza56@Yahoo.com

136.  Jumpstart Lubbock, www.JStart.org & Dawn.Burke@TTU.edu  Engaging college students/Corps/Collegiate G-Force in one-to-one relationships with youngest children to building school success (literacy, social & emotional readiness & love of learning); family involvement (strong relationships, ongoing & consistent communication, learning activities for the home to reinforce learning during Jumpstart sessions); future teachers (creating generations of college students excited about early childhood education); Teacher Fellowship supports college graduates teaching in low-income education centers for two years.  Eight-month, twice-weekly model includes one-to-one reading (children choose books to read with their college/Corps member), circle time (large-group with college/Corps members leading children in literacy, language & social interaction); choice time (children choose where to play — with guidance from college/Corps members).

137.  PEN Project, www.PartnersTX.org & WTxPEN@SBCGlobal.Net or Brandye Brooks (BBrooksPEN@SBCGlobal.Net) & 806-762-1434 or toll-free in TX:  877-762-1435.  Free information & education for parents of children with disabilities.  Believe in your Child.  Helping parents be effective, equal partners with professionals in the education of their child with disabilities:  free services (workshops, information & referrals, assistance).

138.  Teaching Strategies, Inc., www.TeachingStrategies.com & Manda Lopez Klein (MandaK@TeachingStrategies.com) or 806-392-2252.  Helping early childhood programs/educators build a comprehensive, research-based program to inspire you, engage children & involve families:  curriculum, assessment, professional development & family connection.  On-line catalog, free e-newsletter; e-Discussion Group & more.  

139.  YWCA Child Development Center, www.YWCALubbock.org & Andrea.Bewley@YWCALubbock.org  3101 34^th St.; 806-792-2723.

140 - 170.  FAITH-BASED/FOCUSED GO CENTERS

140.  Alexander Chapel Church of God in Christ/Lubbock, Elder William H. Watson, III, Pastor and Estacado High School Assistant Principal Stacy Watson:  Watty67@Yahoo.com and SWatson@LubbockISD.org or 806-438-2323.

141.  Ambassadors of the Flame of Mercy Ministries/Shallowater, Carolyn (Registration@FlameOfMercy.com) & Mary Constancio (Marilla@FlameOfMercy.com or 806-832-4243.  Bringing healing & families together in Christ.  Providing food & therefore the physical ability to learn & thrive — through a partnership with South Plains Food Bank:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

142.  Asbury United Methodist Church, 2005 Ave. T./Lubbock, www.HungersHope.org Ministry Director Joe Reeder through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe & Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org):  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.  Fiesta Domingo Soup Kitchen, Sundays at 5:30pm-6:30pm.Sharissa.McMeans@GMail.com  

143.  Catholic Family Service, Inc. for all people (regardless of faith or religious affiliation/preference), www.CFSLubbock.org or Erin Imhoff (Erin@CFSLubbock.org or 806-765-8629).  Free!  in 33 counties — 27,000 sq. mi. area – serving 30,000 clients annually:  [1] emergency resources (e.g., food, utility bills, rent, utilities, eye glasses; elderly outreach:  dentures/extractions, prescriptions, counseling; help with minor-living-in-home expenses while attending college full time), [2]  basic skill-building for at-risk youth/run-away homeless youth (ages 4-17 yr.) for individuals & groups;  [3] Tues. evening parenting classes; [4] family-life counseling services; self-sufficiency resources:  tuition, childcare, books, skills-building.

144.  Central Church of Christ, 1409 23rd St./Lubbock; www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

145.  Character Education, www.Depts.TTU.edu/HS, George.E.Comiskey@TTU.edu  Providing dynamic, transformational opportunities for fifth & sixth-graders across Lubbock Independent School District.

146.  Family Promise of Lubbock, Inc., www.FamilyPromiseLubbock.org & Lisa Karnes (LKarnes@FamilyPromiseLubbock.org) or 806-744-5035.  Nine years old is the average age of homeless people in the US.  Providing temporary shelter to homeless families with children until the community is free of homelessness.  Interfaith Hospitality Network (partnerships of religious congregations, community organizations & local social-service agencies) helping homeless families achieve sustainable independence.  Dedicated volunteers & wise use of existing community resources provide emergency shelter, meals & other assistance to homeless families for about one-third the cost of traditional shelters.  Keeping families together & providing them with a safe, supportive & home-like environment.  75+ percent of families assisted have found permanent homes.  Manageable volunteer opportunities for busy people:  Family Mentoring, Community Initiatives & Just Neighbors — for encouragement, creative problem-solving, innovative initiatives to address root causes of poverty & homelessness, public policy discussion & interactive poverty-awareness Toolkit.  300+ homeless each night in Lubbock.  www.HomelessWorldCup.org  Soccer tournament that brings together people experiencing homelessness from across the globe (including a USA team:  www.StreetSoccerUSA.org).

147.  Homeless Advocate, www.UTDanaCenter.org (select “Texas Homeless Education Office”) & Cindy Meason (DCMeaca@Aol.com).  Certified Non-Profit Leader, Community Service Leader for the Lubbock Seventh-Day Adventist Church (Florida Seventh-Day Churches offer grants for Parish Nursing programs:  data indicate that a Parish Nurse in a community can lower hospital admissions for elderly & shut-ins by 30 percent).  Homeless Children’s [legal] Rights:  everyone in Texas between 5 & 21 on September 1 of the school year & has not been expelled has the right to attend school, even if they don’t [a] have a permanent address or a previous address in another town/state; [b] live with a parent/legal guardian; or live temporarily doubled-up with friends or family; sleep in a shelter; sleep in a campground, car, abandoned building or other facility not designated for/ordinarily used as regular accommodations for human beings; [c] have school or immunization records.  www.EndHomelessness.org & CBontrager@NationalHomeless.org or 202-942-8257.

148.  ICD Bridges/San Angelo, www.ICDBridges.org & Carmen Garcia (Carol.Salazar@ICDBridges.org or 325-685-8631.  Providing temporary housing & supportive services to victims of domestic violence as well as housing & developmental services to adults with mental retardation.

149.  Jerry Gray Foundation, Vision for the Next Generation, Dreaming BIG:  www.JerryGrayFoundation.org & JGrayFoundation@Aol.com or 703-726-7477.  Offering a hand up to students from families of limited economic resources achieve a college education — through donations to the Jerry Gray Foundation (with matching dollars from Texas Tech University), P.O. Box 308, Lubbock, TX  79408-0308; or participation in fund-raising golf tournament &/or dinner & silent auction.  Jerry Gray and his wife Sherry have spent several years & several endeavors to reach back & help those in the less-fortunate community where they grew up in east Lubbock:  [1] free, Jerry Gray/Young Life football camps, [2] Jerry & Sherry Gray private scholarships, [3] donations to the Boys & Girls Club, [4] funding to Texas Tech/Marsha Sharp basketball camps for the Estacado High School girls’ basketball team, [5] world travel for students — allowing them to see past their current circumstances & environments; & [6] tour of Washington Redskins’ practice facility, complimentary seats at a Redskins’ game, tour of the Capitol & visit to Grays’ home.  Jerry Gray is a member of the all-time Texas High School football team & the all-time UT Austin team; four-time Pro Bowl selection during nine seasons in the National Football League with the Los Angeles Rams, Houston Oilers & Tampa Bay Buccaneers; Washington Redskins’ cornerbacks & secondary coach for four years after having been a defensive coordinator for the Buffalo Bills.

150.  Knights of Columbus, www.KOfC.org & KnightsColumbus11807@GMail.com & Tom.Wells@TTU.edu  Building a better world in service to one, in service to all.  Collaborative partnerships with Raiders Rojos National Alumni and Back-to-School Open House at Texas Tech University.

151.  Kurt Kiser Communications, www.KurtKiser.com & Kurt@KurtKiser.com 806-438-2444.  Motivational speaker & mass-media talent.  The Spirit of M-O-J-O:  motivation, organization, jubilation & oops (we all make mistakes).  Sample speech topics:  “The Grass is Browner on the Other Side;” “I don’t know where I’m going, but I don’t want to be late;” “Being a Newscaster is for the Birds;” & “The Perfect Job – Weatherman.”

152.  Lubbock Christian University,www.LCU.edu & Dr. Philip.Camp@LCU.edu or 1-800-933-7601.  The life-changing university through music & choral activities worldwide.  LCU educates 2,000 students by offering 80+ academic programs and grace-filled teachings of the Bible.  Within six months of graduating, most LCU students have a job in their field of interest.  Opportunities to visit LCU:  www.LCU.edu/LCU/FStudent/Admissions & www.LCUCamps.com & www.PineSpringsCamp.com & www.LCUChaps.com & www.LCU.edu/LCU/MasterFollies      .

153.  Lubbock Interfaith Dialogue, D.Vines@TTU.edu or 806-799-2494.  Since 1986, brown-bag lunch on the 4^th or 5^th Tuesday of each month — except for December:  no fees, no registration; at Saint John’s United Methodist Church, 1501 University Avenue, Lubbock, Texas, USA.  All faith perspectives are welcome.  Folks may participate in the discussion as they wish.  Juice, water and snacks are provided.   November 24:  Sabbath, Jewish Rituals, Observances and Lessons;  December 16:  Tarahumara Spirituality;  January 26:  African Protestant Growth: Its Impact on U.S. Counterparts;  February 23:  Common Teachings of the Abrahamic Faiths;  March 23:  Sin as Understood by Various Faith Traditions;  March 30:  Planning Session; April 27:  Understanding the New Atheism;  May 25:   Coptic Christianity;  June 22:  Critical Thinking about Climate Change;  July 27:  Terrorism and Jihad in Islam; August 24:  Status of Lubbock Women.           

154.  Maxey Community Center through Asbury Methodist Church’s Ministry Director Joe Reeder (THester@SPFB.org). Using his tax refund money to enroll 11-12 kids in 15 courses to stimulate children’s thinking & understanding the world.  Drives bookmobile to give free books to children. 

155.  Mt. Zion Baptist Church/Floydada, Pastor Ralph Jackson (REJackson1941@SBCGlobal.Net or 806-983-2507.  Incorporating the good news (that college is possible, affordable & desirable for all families) with The Good News.  Collaborative partnership with South Plains Tech Prep.

156.  New Life House of Praise/Brownfield, after-school tutoring:  Catherine.Hudson@TTUHSC.edu  

157.  Redeem Ministries for Filipino children & community, www.RedeemMinistries.org & Hilda.Wilson@Live.com or 806-745-2174.  Providing a place of worship, education & nutritious meals to nurture spiritual, mental & physical health necessary to learn & thrive.  Also, prison ministry to inmates in Childress & Plainview.

158.  Rising Star Baptist Church/Lubbock, Retired Principal Nettie Edwards  (NJ.Edwards@SuddenLink.Net),  Region XVII Education Service Center consultant on “Understanding Poverty” & free-lance writer for Southwest Digest, Avalanche-Journal & Hispanic Weekly.  Church choir provides [1] book scholarships to deserving students at Estacado High School; [2] bicycles to encourage perfect attendance at Parkway Elementary School:  two bicycles are awarded each six weeks.  General Mission program cooks huge, “from scratch” pre-Christmas meal to encourage & show appreciation for teachers, staff & administrators at Parkway Elementary School.  12-year-old Food-box Ministry confidentially delivers large boxes filled with food in bulk to retired grandmothers raising their grandchildren & others in need.     

159.  San Ramon Catholic Church/Lubbock, www.CatholicLubbock.org & Gina-Robles@SBCGlobal.Net & Marlene.Hernandez@TTU.edu or 806-863-2201.  15706 Loop 493 & NelsonDiaz@NTS.OnLine.com  Scholarship funds from jamaicas.

160.  Spirit Ranch, www.SpiritRanch.US & David A. Miller (DavidM@SpiritRanch.US & John Woodruff (JohnW@SpiritRanch.US) or 806-762-6201):   National model of growing & nurturing leaders and teams educationally, emotionally, mentally, physically & spiritually.  Transformational learning experiences for GO Centers, Sponsors & Collegiate & Youth G-Force.

161.  Tahoka Church of Christ, www.TahokaChurchOfChrist.com & Pastor Ron Fant (TCOC@POKA.com)  ASAP (on-call) Food Pantry through South Plains Food Bank:  806-561-4060.  Prison ministry through the Lynn County Sheriff’s Office.

162.  The Bridge of Lubbock, www.BridgeOfLubbock.org & Mayda Cruz (M.Cruz@BridgeOfLubbock.org) 1301 Redbud Ave. & Jenny Young (J.Young@BridgeOfLubbock.org) & Angie Wennerlind (A.Wennerlind@BridgeOfLubbock.org) & Questions@BridgeOfLubbock.org  Restoring the foundation of hope (body, soul & spirit), bringing community agencies & ministries together under one roof, promoting the sharing of resources to more efficiently meet the needs of the community.  In 2008:  Bridge 2 Success Mentoring (18-20 kids/week for school-year mentoring program; 57 teens in Summer Sports Camp), Clothes Closet & food vouchers (4,300+ articles of clothing & almost 1,100 food vouchers given away), Soup Kitchen Lunch (10,000+ meals to the needy), family financial counseling & referral services; highly acclaimed Seasoned with Love catering for local events (Jennifer Antu at 806-789-7271):   Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic, Cathedral of Praise’s Kingdom Kids & The ROK after-school care; 14,000+ people served on-site & 117,000+ meals were delivered to hungry kids across Lubbock through affiliate.  Also, partnership with www.HungersHope.org a collaboration with South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org):  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

163.  The Institute of Interfaith Dialog, www.InterfaithDialog.org  Atilla Hafizoglu (A.Hafizoglu@TTU.edu) & Lubbock@InterfaithDialog.org or 806-445-6881. Promoting the study of world religions & spiritual faiths in order to gain wisdom & knowledge so that people will have a renewed sense of gratitude & respect for the spiritual beliefs they hold closest to their heart – by being in constant communication with other people who have different traditions from their own, thus having the opportunity to refine & appreciate our own beliefs & traditions.  Founding members understood that peace could be achieved by sharing different perspectives by listening to each other from the space of love, respect, tolerance, mercy & compassion.  IID brings together communities in order to promote compassion, cooperation, partnership & community service through interfaith dialog & conversation … from the vantage point of respect, accuracy & appreciation.  Peace on the planet can be achieved within the foreseeable future. 

164.  The ROK (Reaching Our Kids) after-school care, 1301 Redbud Ave., www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org):  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

165.  Vandelia Church of Christ/Lubbock, www.Vandelia.org & Youth Pastor Chris White (CWhite@Vandelia.org).  Neighborhood Outreach Program that year-round provides neighborhood children with food, clothing and after-school enrichment.  Collaborative partnership with South Plains Food Bank:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.  Also, Frank.Morrison@KW.com & collaboration with Link Ministries’ youth-event venue resources & Keller Williams for real estate needs. 

166.  Victory in Praise Christian Fellowship Church/Lubbock:  Kathleen.McPherson@TTUHSC.edu  Back-to-School Bash providing school supplies for children and families in need.   

167.  Wayland Baptist University/Lubbock, www.WBU.edu or 1-800-588-1928  Annual golf tournament, Lubbock Lights gala and grant proposals for scholarships to financially support underserved student populations:  Dr. Kent Brooks (KBrooks@WBU.edu) or 806-785-1711 or            806-535-2827).  6,000+ WBU students seeking their dreams at 13 campuses in six states & a            partnership program in Kenya, Africa.  750 students at Lubbock Campus in bachelor & master’s degree programs (business administration, education, interdisciplinary studies, religion & other fields); four 11-week terms with classes primarily in the evening & over the Internet.  Quality, affordable education convenient for working adults, plus:  transfer of more credits, work      experience received as credit for undergraduate work; faculty bring real-world experience into the classroom along with concern for students’ overall success.  WBU was named one of “Best Values” in the West region by US News & World Report and #6 in America’s Best Colleges in 2007.  Rosemary Hendley (HendleyR@WBU.edu), Adjunct Faculty. 

168.  We-CAN, Inc., www.WeCANLubbock.com, Dale Milhauser, Dale@WeCANLubbock.com or 806-744-2233.  Simplifying social services.  Connecting needs with resources.  Uniting a community of care.  Together, We Can.  Strategically located, multidisciplinary, holistic community supportive services to address basic needs of the homeless, low-income, mentally ill, substance abusers, children, elderly & families who are at risk of becoming homeless – maximizing their potential for self-sufficiency.

169.  Westminster Presbyterian Church, www.WPCLubbock.org & 806-799-3621. Accredited Christian preschool/extended care for young children in the Lubbock community:  providing quality education & care for preschoolers (breakfast, hot lunch, snacks, field trips, fitness program, music, computers, Spanish instruction).  Partnering with parents.  Trips & events to enrich lives of youth.  LateNite events for college students – including summer initiatives with international-service outreach.  Pastor Matt Mitchell (Mitchell@WPCLubbock.org)     

170.  Youth for Christ Teen Parents of Lubbock, www.YFCLubbock.org & Renee Morales (TeenParentsOfLubbock@HotMail.com or 806-535-5486.  Seeing the hope & potential of every young person.  Providing services & resources for teen moms & dads.

171 & 172.  FLOYDADA

171.  Floydada Independent School District, www.FloydadaISD.ESC17.Net & Counselor Kathy Jahay (KJahay@FloydadaISD.ESC17.Net) & Wayne Morren (WMorren@FloydadaISD.ESC17.Net).  Dedicated to Education … Committed to Excellence. Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Moses Pena(MPena@LEARNPrograms.org). Teachers DHerriington@FloydadaISD.ESC17.Net;  Tasha Hughes (THughes@FloydadaISD.ESC17.Net)

172.  Floydada Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more): students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education);  employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.   

173.  GUTHRIE Common School District, www.GuthrieJags.Net & Marianna Graves (MGraves@GuthrieCSD.Net) & Dr. Nelson Coulter (NCoulter@GuthrieCSD.Net) or 806-596-4466.  Partnership with Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com)  Collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs. 

174.  HALE CENTER High School, www.HaleCenter.ESC17.Net  Laurie Johnson:  LAJohnson@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US & Teacher Lynn Sims (LSims@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US) & Teacher’s Aide Maria Gonzales (MGonzales@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US) or 806-839-2452.  Also, Hale Center Independent School District, www.HaleCenter.ESC17.Net  Akin Elementary, Carr Middle & Hale Center High Schools through Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Teachers Brigitte McGann (BMcGann@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US); Robert Stroud (RStroud@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US); & BGaribay@Hale-Center.K12.TX.US or 806-839-2451, x. 108.

175 - 211.  HEALTH        

175.  Adolescents!  www.Depts.TTU.edu/HS  Dr. Alan.Reifman@TTU.edu & 806-742-3000.

176.  Allied Health, www.TTUHSC.edu/SAH & Amy.Hatcher@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-3220  Academic programs (for high school graduates, transfer students & college graduates) leading to dynamic, critical-need health careers

177.  Arnett Benson Medical & Dental Clinic, 3301 Clovis Rd.; 806-763-5557 through www.CHCLubbock.org  Community Health Center of Lubbock & Juan Salazar (JSalazar@CHCL.TACHC.org).

178.  Autism Support Center, Carolyn.Perry@TTUHSC.edu & Sherry.Sancibrian@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-5660.  Community support for parents of children with autism-spectrum disorders; aphasia group therapy; speech-therapy service for migrant children; cleft-palate clinic; stuttering-support group for adults & children; summer camps for children with auditory-processing disorders, autism, stuttering & literacy & language deficits. 

179.  Cancer Center, www.SPONC.org (South Plains Oncology Consortium) & www.COGCell.org (Children’s Oncology Group)  Developing novel pre-clinical testing models for childhood & adult cancer drug development & clinical trials testing novel therapeutic approaches for cancer.  Attracting international cancer researchers to the South Plains.  Find out how you & your community support are vital to their success & invite their engaging speakers to inspire your audiences :  Amanda.Knight@TTUHSC.edu

180.  Chatman Community Health Center, 2301 Cedar Ave. & 806-749-0024 through www.CHCLubbock.org Community Health Center of Lubbock & Yvette Guerrero (YGuerrero@CHCL.TACHC.org).

181.  Children’s Connections Inc., www.ChildrensConnections.org Debora Phillips (Debora@ChildrensConnections.org) or Adopt@ChildrensConnections.org  Promoting quality care for children in home, child care & community settings — for Texas families & communities since 1987.

182.  Community Health Center of Lubbock, www.CHCLubbock.org, Taiya Jones (TJones@CHCL.TACHC.org) & Debbie Goolsby (DGoolsby@CHCL.TACHC.org) or 806-765-2611, ext. 1035.  1318 Broadway or 806-765-2611.  Quality, affordable, primary & preventive health care with bilingual staff & services of Lutheran Social Services (Health For Friends & Neighborhood House), Covenant Lab & Covenant Outreach Services, United Coalition Pharmacy, Catholic Family Service, Prescription Assistance Program & CHCL/Texas Tech John Buesseler Eye Clinic.  Also, 302 North University or 806-763-5557.

183.  Community Health Center of Lubbock Community Dental Clinic, 1702 Parkway Dr. & 806-687-6259 through www.CHCLubbock.org Community Health Center of Lubbock & Liza Perez (LPerez@CHCL.TACHC.org).  Also, www.TDA.org to find a dental clinic near by &/or to volunteer to help dentists provide dental care for those who cannot afford it.

184.  Community Medical School, www.TTUHSC.edu/CommunityMedicalSchool/Classes.aspx & Dr. Rial.Rolfe@TTUHSC.edu or Belinda.Hughes@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-2008.  Dynamic, lay-language, contemporary-interest health/medical presentations engage large numbers of perfect-attendance audiences from across the South Plains. 

185.  Covenant Health System, www.CovenantHealth.org Saul Caballero (CaballeroS1@COVHS.org or 1-866-4COVENANT (1-866-426-8362).  Healthcare educational programs, certifications, academic degrees (in two years or fewer) & outreach services (host community health fairs & make presentations at area schools about healthcare in general).  Health Traxx, www.HealthTraxx.CovenantHealth.org 806-725-0612 or 806-725- 4855) — a partnership among Covenant Health System, Covenant School of Nursing, Covenant School of Radiology, South Plains College & Midland College  — addresses the growing demand for staff in the health care industry.  Two financial aid programs are Health Traxx Work/School Program (paid job while still in school) & Health Traxx Tuition Reimbursement Plan (students receive partial reimbursement from Covenant Health System for each successfully completely semester of an approved program).   Nursing:  www.CovenantSON.com or 806-797-0955; Radiology:  www.CovenantSOR.com or 806-795-9803; Surgical Technology (806-725-4307), Certified Nurse Aide Program.  Also, NeuroScience Institute:  Jo Bidwell (JBidwell@COVHS.org); Community Health Fairs:  Leigh Johnston (LJohnston@COVHS.org) or 806-725-6919; Child Care Center:  Marge Hopper (MHopper@COVHS.org). .   

186.  Double T Medical Corps (TTUHSC & TTU/Office of Student Diversity Relations & Student Recreation Center), www.TTUHSC.edu/RuralHealth/Studentorg.aspx or LoniMarie.Flores@TTUHSC.edu  Two-university Collegiate G-Force program coordinates 1,000+ annual teddy-bear donations & collection sites for teddy-bear drive –to provide huggable comfort for children going through forensic interviews (about sexual/physical abuse, neglect or trauma).  Builds awareness about services for traumatized children (e.g., a Rural Mobile Unit that provides services for children from surrounding communities):  www.CACofSP.org

187.  GET FiT:  Annette.Boles@TTUHSC.edu or www.HealthyLubbock.org/GETFiT  Annual, eight-week community fitness challenge with teams of six to 10 participants who earn points for minutes of exercise, weight loss and attendance at community health events — encouraging healthy bodies that are more conducive to actively engaged, healthy, ever-learning minds.  Also, providing [1] www.WestTexasCares.com for outreach & education to meet the needs of rural family caregivers in West Texas; [2] The Help & Hope Caregiver Library at the Garrison Institute on Aging, 6630 South Quaker Ave., Suite E (8a-5p, weekdays) with books, DVDs, free pamphlets & Internet access; and [3] presentations such as “Eating, drinking & other strategies to prevent Alzheimer’s disease“ through the Community Medical School GO Center (www.TTUHSC.edu/Aging).

188.  GRACE After-School Programs, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/Grace.aspx & Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu  Second-year medical students (Collegiate G-Force Team) teach medically related topics at Iles Elementary School, Atkins Middle School & O.L. Slaton Middle School – in order to raise awareness about health professions & higher-education opportunities for underrepresented &/or educationally disadvantaged schools.

189.  Health, Exercise & Nutrition, www.Depts.TTU.edu/HS & Dr. Jamie.A.Cooper@TTU.edu or 806-742-3068, x. 307.  Benefit from research results & collaborate with faculty & students.    

190.  Kool Smiles of Lubbock, www.KoolSmilesPC.com & Alison Martin (AAAMartin@DPMSCO.com) or 806-766-7581.  1923 Marsha Sharp Freeway.  Dental care for children:  from first tooth through 20 years old.  Begin early, continue correctly:  start their KOOL smiles now.  Now accepting most dental insurances: Texas Health Steps, Texas CHIP & Texas Medicaid; also, cash, financing & most major credit cards.

191.  Lubbock Children’s Health Clinic, www.LubbockChildrensHealthClinic.org & Olga (LCHC1@SBCGlobal.Net).  302 N. University, 806-749-3803 & 1801 E. 14^th St. 806-749-3800 at The Bridge (one block east & one block south of the intersection of Broadway & MLK).  Providing quality, low-cost, comprehensive primary health care to the medically indigent children of Lubbock & surrounding counties since 1939 without regard to race, color, sex, national origin or parent ability to pay.  Immunizations, preventive health care/well exams, sick child & infant care, school physicals, sports physicals, CHIP & Texas Health Steps exams, laboratory work, pharmacy vouchers.  Collaborative partnership with ad hoc Collegiate G-Force team of HOMSA/Health organization Management Student Association:  www.Orgs.TTU.edu/HOMSA or HOMSA.TTU@GMail.com  Also, www.TexasFlu.org for latest H1N1 vaccine information & practical ways to prevent the spread of the flu.    

192.  Lubbock Regional Mental Health Mental Retardation Center, Roger Karr (RKarr@LubbockMHMR.org) or 806-766-0330.  Free mentoring, sports & leadership training for youth in Lubbock’s 79415 zip-code neighborhoods.  Collaborate with our community partners:  Big Brothers Big Sisters, Guadalupe Neighborhood Center & Parkway/Sommerville Neighborhood Centers, National Center for Parenthood Enrichment/Lubbock Youth Leadership Academy, Lubbock Boys & Girls Club — Optimist Branch, Communities In Schools, YWCA Sports & Recreation (organizations in green are also GO Centers).  Refer families to free meal & clothing on Wednesdays at 5:30p at 34th & Boston in Lubbock.  Access our clinicians‘ & mental retardation-related services & low-income housing resources  — for low-income families & people with disabilities.  Also:  http://DisabilityResources.TAMU.edu  Easy-to-locate resources for providers & consumers — to locate other agencies & professionals serving individuals with disabilities & the elderly. Web site includes information about state & local agencies, non-profits, education service centers, local independent school districts, doctors, therapists & other professionals, who create & maintain their own profiles (similar to the Wikipedia Web site):  search by keyword (e.g., behavioral supports); resource/service type; zip code (including distance from a given zip code); county & city.

193.  Multiple Sclerosis Association of America, www.MSAA.com & Joyce Cook (Titanic2163@WindStream.Net) or MSQuestions@MSAssociation.org or 1-800-532-7667, x. 154.  Enriching the quality of life for everyone affected by multiple sclerosis:  life coaching, support, education & direct services. 

194.  My Medical Future.com:  www.MyMedicalFuture.com & Kai Evans (Kai@MyMedicalFuture.com) or 806-535-8543.  Connecting graduating high school students with scholarships and training programs.  Connecting Nursing and Therapy  graduates with jobs.  Schools are invited to link to www.MyMedicalFuture.com & to offer research articles, available scholarships or other student-friendly information for Web site and magazine.

195.  Nursing!  Mentor for Nursing Faculty & Advisor for Nursing Student Organization, www.TTUHSC.edu/SON & Dr. Karen.Esquibel@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-2730, x. 285

196.  Nutrition!  www.Depts.TTU.edu/HS & Dr. Debra.Reed@TTU.edu or 806-742-3068.

197.  Parkway Community Health Center, 406 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. & 806-767-9744 through www.CHCLubbock.org Community Health Center of Lubbock & Pamela Lewis (PLewis@CHCL.TACHC.org).

198.  Project CHAMPS, www.SPCAA.org (select ”Programs” from top menu & then “Project CHAMPS” from right-hand menu), Janie Hernandez (JHernandez@SPCAA.org).  Improving the quality, availability & organization of health care & support services for individuals with HIV infections & their families.  Enhancing access to a comprehensive continuum of high-quality, community-based care for low-income individuals & families with HIV disease.

199.  Social Work, www.Depts.TTU.edu/SocialWork & Dr. Helen.Morrow@TTU.edu or 806-742-2400.  Our academic program emphasizes service to others in all stages of life:  helping people & communities work together — with sensitivity to cultural & other forms of diversity.  Roles may include counselor, supervisor, manager, administrator or policy writer.  Social workers weave between individuals, families & groups with their strengths & needs with resources of the community.  Accreditation:  www.cswe.org  Licensure: www.DSHS.State.TX.US/SocialWork & family improvement:  www.BLS.Gov/oco/ocos060.htm  To find a social worker:  www.HelpStartsHere.org & for information about the social work profession:  www.SocialWorkers.org

200.  South Plains Food Bank, www.HungersHope.org & THester@SPFB.org or JSmith@SPFB.org or Volunteer@SPFB.org  Alleviating hunger, giving hope to the hungry & providing opportunities for persons to break out of the poverty cycle.  Since 1983 serving families in the South Plains counties of Bailey, Cochran, Crosby, Dawson, Dickens, Fisher, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Kent, King, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Scurry, Stonewall, Terry & Yoakum.   16+ Kids’ Cafe site feeding 2,000+ children/day & youth-focused G-Force GRUB Program (Growing Recruits for Urban Business) working at the SPFB’s apple orchard & farm — growing minds, training young entrepreneurs/leaders while they simultaneously help produce food to eat.  Nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food & through enriching educational, entrepreneurial, leadership & team-building information & opportunities.  Involving schools, churches, parents & community members as positive G-Forces in the lives of children.  Offering part-time employment for unemployed & under-employed Lubbock residents at Kids’ Cafes to teach job skills that can lead to full-time employment in related fields.  Incorporating 5-Minute Fitness program – 5 minutes of daily exercise.  SPFB Kids’ Cafe locations in GO Centers & elsewhere (across Lubbock unless otherwise noted):  Madison Park Community Center (512 N. MLK Blvd.); Mae Simmons Community Center (2004 Oak); Matthews/New Directions Alternative School (417 N. Akron); Asbury United Methodist Church (2005 Ave. T); The ROK (1301 Redbud Ave.); The Bridge (1301 Redbud Ave.); Parkway-Sommerville Center (405 N. MLK Blvd.); Guadalupe Neighborhood Center (123 N. Ave. N); Earl Powell Community Center (325 E. Powers St.; Slaton); Shallowater Boys & Girls Club; Phea Boys & Girls Club (1801 E. 24th); Wilson Boys & Girls Club (3221 59th St.); Optimist Boys & Girls Club (3301 Cornell); Cooper Rawlings Community Center (213 40th St.); Central Lubbock Church of Christ (1409 23rd St.); Cricket Court housing project; Wright Elementary School (1302 Adrian); Arnett Elementary School (701 E. Queens St.); Hodges Elementary School (5001 Ave. P); Stewart Elementary School (4815 46th St.); Hardwick Elementary School (1420 Chicago); Overton Elementary School (2902 Louisville).  Sharba.R.Chowdhury@TTU.edu (MA/English:  Technical Communication; TTU, ’09), has won a $5500 grant for the South Plains Food Bank from Share Our Strength (a national organization dedicated to ending childhood hunger) — first time that SPFB has been awarded funds from www.ShareOurStrength.org Grant was written in the course of Dr. Angela.Eaton@TTU.edu on writing grants and proposals.  Denise Rudd, Health & Human Services outreach liaison:  DRudd@SPFB.org MinDebbie through Marc.Wernli@HHSC.State.TX.US or 512-206-4841.

201.  South Plains Regional Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (SPRVOAD) & Brenda Hayes (BSHayes@SPFB.org) & 806-763-3003, x. 10.  Coalition of non-profit, faith-based, governmental & other organizations (that respond to disasters as part of their overall mission).  Maximizing mechanisms & outreach for all people & organizations involved in disasters by fostering more effective service through communication, coordination, cooperation & collaboration.   Sharing knowledge & resources throughout the disaster cycle – preparation, response & recovery — to help disaster survivors & their communities.  

202.  Speakers’ Bureau to Educate & Inspire, www.TTUHSC.edu/SOM & Leigh.McPhaul@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-3001.  200 faculty, staff, medical students & residents offering their time & expertise.  General or specific presentations tailored for your audiences:  health, medicine & science (wellness & prevention, disorder & disease, special health problems, special medical topics, updates at the School of Medicine); or topics A to Z:  Addictions, Aging/geriatrics, Cancer, Cardiovascular, Dermatology, Diabetes; Ear, Family medicine, nose & throat; General medicine:  what happens in Intensive Care Unit, emergency situations, politics of Kidney transplants & dialysis; Mental health:  end-of-life issues, is religion/spirituality good for your health? Neurology:  epilepsy & stroke; Nutrition; Oncology/new Cancer Center; Pediatrics (childhood disease, long-term effect of child abuse, global international health, dental health; hearing loss, obesity, diabetes & growth disorders; Sports medicine; Surgery, Urology/men’s health; Women’s health; & more.

203.  Special Education & resources for College Students with Disabilities, www.Educ.TTU.edu/EDSP & Dr. Leann.Elkins@TTU.edu or 806-742-1997, x. 286.  Empowering persons with exceptionalities to become independent & fully integrated members of a diverse society.  All programs focus on teaching & clinical experiences, issues of justice & diversity, development & infusion of technology, & educator proficiencies & knowledge.  

204.  Stork’s Nest Baby Shower:  Health of babies starts long before their birth days:  helping low-income women & women in need of encouragement to get early & regular prenatal care so that more babies can start life healthy & ready to grow, learn & thrive.  Merchants, banks & residents donate baby items  & items for women (who “earn” points — by keeping prenatal appointments – toward getting items they may not be able to afford):  Dr. Linda.Brice@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-2730, x. 239. 

205.  Teen Straight Talk health-outreach programs  Connecting individuals and neighborhoods to dynamic outreach coalitions — sharing how to avoid or overcome barriers to success in school, college & life (including comprehensive sex-education program along with conversations about teen pressures, body image, depression & responsibilities & consequences of being sexually active):   Kathleen.McPherson@TTUHSC.edu & Dr. Linda.Brice@TTUHSC.edu or 800-782-7310 or 806-743-2463, x. 229; www.TTUHSC.edu. 

206.  TeleMedicine, www.TTUHSC.edu/TeleMedicine & Debbie.Voyles@TTUHSC.edu  TeleMedicine brings a physician, located hundreds of miles away, into the actual examination room via a live, interactive telecommunications system.  TeleMedicine electronically transports primary & specialty medical care into the most remote areas.  Persons who live hours from advanced medical care, or even from basic medical services, can directly access high-quality medical expertise without leaving their communities.  From Dalhart to Alpine & El Paso to Abilene (at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center campuses; correctional, rural, assisted-living, clinic & hospital sites).  Also, TelePharmacy; school-based, burn care, Texas-Mexico border-area services. 

207.  Texas Lions Camp, www.LionsCamp.com & TLC@LionsCamp.com or 830-896-8500 Trish Wilson & Board Members Sam Lindsey, Jack King & Rick Talbot.  No-charge, outdoor, summer camping, health-education & camp-graduation experiences for Texas children with disabilities – creating an atmosphere where campers will learn the “can do” philosophy & be allowed to achieve maximum personal growth & self-esteem; also, specialized camp for children with diabetes.  Offering special children the opportunity to be “just a regular kid” for a week.  Serving 60,000+ children since 1949; in ’09, 14 Lions Clubs sent 63 children to TLC that now has 30 buildings & an aquatic center/handicapped swimming pool.  Children have learned to ride horses, swim, camp & meet other children with similar circumstances.  Prototype for similar camps around the world.  Additional resources:  www.LeaderDog.org or LeaderDog@LeaderDog.org or 888-777-5332 and www.LubbockLions.org

208.  Texas Tech Therapeutic Riding Center, www.TTU.edu/TTRC & Heather.Hernandez@TTU.edu & Sally.Murray@TTU.edu  Use of a horse as a treatment tool (”hippotherapy” from “hippos:”  Greek word for “horse”) by trained physical, occupational or speech therapists to address posture, balance, sensory integration, mobility & function in children & adults with disabilities.  The horse is used as part of an integrated treatment program to achieve functional outcomes.  Also, therapeutic riding sessions are conducted by staff who are certified NARHA therapeutic riding instructors:  www.NARHA.org (North American Riding for the Handicapped Association).

209.  University Medical Center Health System, www.UMC.com & Greg.Bruce@UMCHealthSystem.com or 806-775-8652.  Medical care delivery for Lubbock & the region.  In partnership with Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, UMC offers leading-edge research & technology – including a number of nationally recognized clinical trial in breast & prostate cancer.  The only Level I Trauma Center & only burn center in the region. 

210.  Volunteer Services opportunities for youth & for area college students:  Tonya.Macias@TTUHSC.edu or www.TTUHSC.edu  Experience real-life medical & health careers as a volunteer — before you finalize your career or academic major-selection decisions.

211.  West Texas Area Health Education Center, www.TTUHSC.edu/RuralHealth/WestTexasAHEC & www.TexasHotJobs.org & Shannon.Kirkland@TTUHSC.edu  Making rural West Texas healthier across 108 counties in the western half of Texas (one of the most rural & medically underserved regions in the US:  135,000 sq. mi., almost 3M people; 23 counties with no physicians; 21 counties with no pharmacy; 32 counties with no hospital).  Supporting rural communities in finding & retaining their health care professionals through HealthMATCH (www.TexasHealthMatch.com) & HealthFIND (www.ORCA.State.TX.US).  Introducing youth, Kindergarten through 12th grade, to health careers (via classroom presentations; Crime Scene Investigation & Outbreak:  Discovering the Cause — for middle & high school audiences; Youth Health Service Corps program for high school students; health care-related field trips; health career-related summer camps) & 120-member Double T Health Service Corps – to increase the number of future rural health care providers.  Award-winning CATCH (Coordinated Approach to Child Health) curriculum, physical education equipment, Parents’ Nights & collecting Body Mass Index data resources at 96 elementary schools in 64 rural school districts — reaching 26,000 elementary students.  Support for rural clinical training for health-professions students, practice support to existing health care professionals; & promoting healthy living.  Providing opportunities for community hospitals & health care organizations  to host current health-professions students; fostering a forum where communities & health-professions students, nearing the end of their education, may communicate about rural-based practice opportunities; continuing support for health professionals in rural & underserved communities through continuing education & various enhancement activities; providing Rural Health Education scholarships & community-based rotation opportunities for health care students.  

212 - 230.  HISPANIC-FOCUSED GO CENTERS    

212.  EntraVision Communications Corporation, www.KBZOTV.com; www.KBZO.EntraVision.com; www.KAIQ.EntraVision.com; www.KBZO-AM.EntraVision.com; www.TriColor955.com; www.1460Jose.com & Eric Segura (ESegura@EntraVision.com) or 806-763-6051.  Invite award-winning mass-media spokesperson to inspire your audiences: Harvesting a Dream’s Arnold Hernandez:  HDZ_Arnold@Yahoo.com or 512-736-6729.  Find out how he wisely & respectfully navigates his worlds of migrant farming & first-generation college success.

213.  Hispanic Association of Women, www.HispanicAssociationOfWomen.org & Ruby Gonzales (RGonzales26@ATT.Net)  Organizing the efforts of Hispanic women since 1983 by promoting education, defining issues of concern, forming coalitions, resolving problems, developing leadership skills & empowering women & youth.

214.  Hispanic Mother-Daughter programs for sixth-grade girls at three middle schools in Lubbock (Atkins, O.L. Slaton & Smylie Wilson Middle Schools) – for sixth-grade girls and their mothers (to cultivate doing well in school, college and life).  A program of the AAUW Betty Anderson Lubbock Branch, www.AAUW.org  Breaking through barriers to advance equity for women & girls through advocacy, education & research.  Since 1881, a leading voice with a nationwide network of 100,000 members with 1,000 local branches & 500 college/university institution partners.  Examining & taking positions on educational, social economic & political issues.  Joy Vann (JoyPennVann@SuddenLink.Net) & Dr. Lane Powell (LanePow@SuddenLink.Net) & Connect@AAUW.org or 1-800-326-AAUW (2238) or 806-795-1528) or 806-797-0197. 

215.  Hospitality Services/GED-classes & training, www.depts.TTU.edu/Hospitality  Dolores.Gonzales@TTU.edu & Gamma Alpha Omega Hispanic service sorority/Collegiate G-Force Team through Brenda.Castaneda@TTU.edu & Felicia.Juarez@TTU.edu

216.  Institute for Hispanic and International Communication, www.depts.TTU.edu/MassCom/Programs/IHIC  Dr. Kent.Wilkinson@TTU.edu  Including faculty/staff recruitment visits with juniors and seniors in 21 area high schools; and hosting two-day, all-expenses-paid over-night, on-campus visits for high school yearbook/school newspaper staff & their families (from West Texas high schools).  Also, thanks to Dean Jerry.Hudson@TTU.edu and Annie.Ruland@TTU.edu and Josh.Robinson@TTU.edu in the TTU College of Mass Communications for having provided 300 no-cost and 600 low-cost copies of the GO Kit CD, Cool Jobs DVD & REEL Life DVD — for GO Centers & prospective GO Centers across the South Plains area. 

217.  Juanita’s Diary, www.RaidersRojos.org/pages/Juanitas_Diary/jd_dvd.asp  Order a DVD of live production, script, curriculum guide with classroom-, community- & TAKS-friendly conversation/teaching modules — from Pre-Kindergarten through college.  Juanita’s Diary is a semi-autobiographical, endearing & inspiring screen play about Juanita Garcia, young daughter in a migrant-farming family — first in her family to go to college and graduate (from Texas Tech University/Lubbock).  Observe the struggles of migrant families in the 1960s & learn about the social, economic, political & educational atmosphere of the times. 

218.  Latino/Hispanic Faculty Staff Association, www.orgs.TTU.edu/LHFSA/mission.htm & Minerva.Alaniz@TTU.edu or 806-742-2238, x. 292.  Increasing the presence & improving the opportunities for Latinos/Hispanics throughout Texas Tech University & TTU Health Sciences Center.  Goals include:  increasing the involvement of Latinos/Hispanics in all levels of university structure.  … Encouraging the development of academic excellence of Latinos/Hispanics.  Enhancing the educational experiences of Latinos/Hispanics on campus & the community at large.  And more!

219.  Latino Lubbock Magazine, www.LatinoLubbock.org  Across the South Plains of Texas:  ChristyMartinez@SuddenLink.Net Watch for GO Center ads, photos, money/scholarship announcements & news. Inviting other GO Centers to submit their photos, events, invitations and activities to Latino Lubbock — so that all GO Centers may publicly celebrate their successes; attract new sites, GO Center Sponsors  and G-Force Members (in all high schools, middle or junior high, elementary and pre-kindergarten/early-childhood sites/schools); business, faith- and community-based sites; volunteers, families, donors, collaborative partners and advocates. Through Latino Lubbock’s GO Center-in-a-magazine, GO Centers may conveniently learn, grow and benefit from each other’s successes.

220.  League of United Latin American Citizens, www.LULAC.org & Lee St. Dennis (LULACYouth263@HotMail.com)  Education:  The key to the doors of opportunity.  Educating & preparing America’s future workforce through intensive educational programming & leadership development training.  LULAC’s unified network reaches out into some of the nation’s most disadvantaged neighborhoods & helps promising young students navigate the complicated channels that lead to academic success.  Oldest & largest Latino civic-rights organization in the US.  LULAC advances the economic condition, educational attainment, political influence, health & civic rights of Hispanics through community-based programs through 700+ LULAC councils nationwide.

221.  LULAC/Texas Tech Chapter, www.Educ.TTU.edu & www.LULAC.org & Dr. Fernando Valle (F.Valle@TTU.edu)  Collegiate G-Force leadership team reaching first-generation students & families within GO Centers, schools & community organizations — sharing the good news that college is possible, desirable & affordable for all families.

222.  National Hispanic Institute’s Collegiate World Series, www.NHI-Net.org or CNieto34@HotMail.com or Chris@QobeGroup.com or 806-787-7419.  Two-day interactive program creating new thoughts, new strategies, new leaders, for the 21st century Latino community — through competitive game technology.  Individually engaging students in a process of positive, self-discovery & learning (for different age levels, in varying settings).  Through the use of culturally nurturing environments, students adopt behaviors & attitudes required for them to make important improvements in their readiness for learning as well as willingness to compete at higher levels of performance.

223.  North America Hombres Nobles Development Corporation, HombresNobles@Yahoo.com with Noe Brito (806-632-9679), Michael Goen (806-438-9329) & Eric Strong (806-928-4263).  Lunch with Boys mentoring program – including Texas History Tour to examine the impact of the beginnings of Texas history on today & its relationship to social studies-related learning objectives.  Building strong boys rather than repairing broken men.  24/7 Dad training for fathers.  Reading program for incarcerated fathers to read aloud to their children on tape/DVD – for delivery to their children.  Partnerships with four teams of mentors reaching into prisons; plus collaborations with Mon Dragon prison ministry & Ministerios Nueva Vida.

224.  Partnership between El Paso Community College & Texas Tech University College of Architecture, www.Arch.TTU.edu/Programs/ElPaso & Anna.Martinez@TTU.edu or 915-831-7620.  El Paso students complete their first two years of an Architecture degree program as students of El Paso Community College.  They transfer to Texas Tech to continue their final two years, but the classes will be taken in El Paso at an EPCC facility.  The Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from TTU for students in El Paso is the same degree they would get from TTU in Lubbock.  The partnership helps ease the shortage of architects while simultaneously giving value to a powerful Hispanic architectural tradition & engaging young Hispanic students with modest means & strong family ties.  Those seeking a full professional degree in Architecture can finish their studies in Lubbock with a Masters of Architecture Design. 

225.  Project FUTURE, http://EducData.Educ.TTU.edu/Development/ProjectFUTURE.htm & Janie.Ramirez@TTU.edu  Middle-school enrichment for future teachers & their families via summer camps, field trips & more — through high school graduation & beyond.

226.  Project TEACH, www.Educ.TTU.edu/ProjectTEACH or Martha.Harrison@TTU.edu  Preparing & training of all teachers serving English Language Learners. www.CollegeForALLTexans.com or https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/default2.cfm?AID=5&CFID=199142&CFTOKEN=21183447 & scroll downward to English-as-a-Second-Language lesson plans.

227.  Promotoras:  Building Bridges for Healthy Communities, www.TTUHSC.edu & Debra.Flores@TTUHSC.edu & Promotora Vicki.Ramirez@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-1720. or 806-773-9821.  Trained, community-health liaisons (between health agencies & the community) to serve patients of all ages who are enrolled in  chronic disease-management programs – improving chronic-disease management & reducing emergency & hospital visits in Lubbock’s underserved population.  Larry Combest Community Health & Wellness Center at 40th & Ave. B. in Lubbock, Texas.

228.  Raiders Rojos National Alumni Association www.RaidersRojos.org and Janie Landin Ramirez (Janie@RaidersRojos.org) or 806-632-6450 or 806-742-1998, x. 459.  Since its founding in 2001, Raiders Rojos have initiated an array of popular, transformational projects and programs — attracting hundreds of individuals, coalitions, educational institutions, businesses and non-profit organizations as collaborative partners in support of [1]  the 200+ member Closing the Gaps Council/South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative, [2] annual Education Summits (for thousands of area youth, educators & families), [3] Hispanic Convocation (300-person, annual, intergenerational celebrations of academic milestones reached by hundreds of Hispanic graduates of South Plains College, Texas Tech University and TTU Health Sciences Center); [4] Back-to-School Fiestas attracting 7,000+ members of first-generation families  to the TTU campus ’03-’08 to discover that college is possible, affordable and desirable for them; [5] providing thousands of dollars of annual or endowed scholarships to dozens of outstanding Hispanic students at TTU and TTUHSC; and [6] writing, printing, distributing and producing the screen play Juanita’s Diary at www.RaidersRojos.org/pages/Juanitas_Diary/jd_dvd.asp  Order a DVD of live production, script, curriculum guide with classroom-, community- & TAKS-friendly conversation/teaching modules — from Pre-Kindergarten through college.  Juanita’s Diary is a semi-autobiographical, endearing & inspiring screen play about Juanita Garcia, young daughter in a migrant-farming family — first in her family to go to college and graduate (from Texas Tech University/Lubbock).  Observe the struggles of migrant families in the 1960s & learn about the social, economic, political & educational atmosphere of the times.  Also, Spanish-language, 10-episode, college-going TV series with practical & inspirational advice about how to apply to college:  www.HITN.TV/CA411 on Wednesdays 8:30p & repeated on Saturdays 11a.

229.  Sociedad Nacional Honoraria Hispanica:  Sigma Delta Pi (www.Orgs.TTU.edu/SigmaDeltaPi/AboutSigmaDeltaPi.html)  One of 564 chapters of the National Collegiate Hispanic Honor Society (www.SigmaDeltaPi.org):  honoring  excellence in the study of the Spanish language, contributing to cultural understanding & upholding the goals of the society; also, providing scholarships, awards & recommended chapter activities & projects.  Award-winning TTU Alpha Phi Chapter, thanks to Advisors Dr. Laura Beard & most recently Dr. Comfort Pratt (C.Pratt@TTU.edu), who have won SDP’s prestigious Certificados de Honor y Merito (in previous years & in ’07 & ’08).  Dr. Pratt has won the Minaya Alvar Fanez [faculty advisor] Award in ’05, ’08 & ’09.  Free, M & Th, 10a-1p tutoring for all Spanish-language students at Texas Tech (#222 Scarlet & Black Room of Student Union Building) during fall & spring semesters.  2009 sponsor of Peace & Security Forum & bestowing the Order of Don Quijote upon Dr. Harley.Oberhelman@TTU.edu in ‘08.    

230.  Step 2 Initiative:  creative, collaborative pipeline of teacher recruitment & teacher preparation, http://EducData.Educ.TTU.edu/Development/Step2.htm & Janie.Ramirez@TTU.edu & Annette Smith (ADSmith@SouthPlainsCollege.edu)  Recruiting teacher aides into Teacher Aide-Certification program at South Plains College & then providing individualized mentoring services to ensure a seamless transfer to Texas Tech University College of Education — with 100 percent completion results in 2008 & 2009:  TTU graduation & teacher-certification. Also, special “Thanks!” go to TTU College of Education  Innovative educator-preparation & enrichment opportunities for adults & youth:  Funding, in-kind services & leadership in support of the Closing the Gaps Council/South Plains P-20 Educational Initiative:  Janie.Ramirez@TTU.edu; former dean Dr. Sheryl.Santos@TTU.edu; Dr. Judy.Simpson@TTU.edu;  Dr. Stephanie.J.Jones@TTU.edu; Erika.Langill@TTU.edu; Interim Dean Charles.Ruch@TTU.edu & other key leaders through the years.

231.  IDALOU High School, www.IdalouISD.Net  Teacher Tammy Esparza (TEsparza@IdalouISD.Net) &Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Larry.Phillippe@TTU.edu with Principal Chris Brattain (CBrattain@IdalouISD.Net).  Also, Counselor Jenny Lofton (JLofton@IdalouISD.Net), Assistant Principal Janet Thornton (JThornton@IdalouISD.Net), Career-College Readiness Counselor Kathy Owen (KAOwen@Caprock-Spur.com) & Teachers Reagan Jones (RJones@IdalouISD.Net); & Pam Fultz (PFultz@IdalouISD.Net) .

232 – 247.  INTERNATIONALLY FOCUSED GO CENTERS

232.  Aerospace Studies (Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps), www.Depts.TTU.edu/AFROTC  Colonel Dave.Lewis@TTU.edu or AFROTC.Det820@TTU.edu   A promising future in the Air Force or business world through a degree in the field of your choice; plus, leadership  & management experience.  Educational benefits may be available for veterans or the dependents of veterans under the Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008. Under this act, many post-9/11 veterans and service members will be eligible for a new comprehensive education benefits package that includes full tuition and fees, a monthly housing stipend, and a stipend for books and supplies: www.GIBill.VA.Gov & www.StudentAid.Ed.Gov & www.VA.Gov & www.VetCenter.VA.Gov or James.Hare@VA.Gov or Patrick.Aland@VA.Gov or 806-792-9782 or 1-800-905-4675.  To transfer educational benefits:  www.DMDC.OSD.Mil/TEB  For family members to apply for benefits, call 1-888-GI-Bill-1.  And in the spirit of GO Centers, the US Air Force song says, “Off we GO …!” 

233.  Breedlove Inc., www.Breedlove.org & ColtonCarthel@Breedlove.org  A food bank for the planet listed in The Guinness Book of Records:  1+B cumulative servings at fewer than $.05/serving since 1993 to 75+ countries through 80 international faith, non-governmental & governmental partnerships (including United States Department of Agriculture’s US Agency for International Food Relief Program/IFRP & US Agency for International Development/USAID).  Breedlove, the world’s sole non-profit dehydrated food manufacturer, dehydrates potatoes, mixes, bags, boxes & ships 80 food products worldwide:  potato, milk & soy-based Ready To Use Food/RTUF single-serving packet; also, ready-to-eat after simmering in water for 30 minutes.  Now providing approximately 1M* daily servings & simultaneously offering educational & health information to the world.  Service-learning engagement with Texas Tech University faculty & their G-Force students through Dr. Cathy.Duran@TTU.edu (business) & Dr. Katie.Langford@TTU.edu (communication studies).  To order a DVD or VHS with episode about Breedlove, visit www.TexasCountryReporter.com/Show.htm & select Breedlove’s 4-25-’09 listing.  *$50-$70K [40’ truck-load container holds 42 pallets with 36 cases/pallet [14 bags/case @$5/bag & $60/case (or $51/case & other potential price breaks for truckload-sized orders) – with 467 servings/bag]  

234.  Culture Connex, www.CultureConnex.org & Mike Lewis (Mike@CultureConnex.org) or 806-781-0800.  Connecting cultures:  residents of Lubbock, Texas, who share a common interest in welcoming & assisting internationals to our community & building relationships with them; identifying needs in other parts of the world & meeting those needs when we have the ability to do so; & making personal visits to other countries when we have adequate human & financial resources.

235.  EarthCoMegablock, www.EarthCoMegablock.com or Gary Hames (HamesG@GMail.com) or 806-317-6306 or 817-715-9632.  Constructing green sustainable homes, offices & commercial properties.  A factory-on-wheels converts locally available subsoil into EarthCoMegablocks (from 1 to 14 tons each; 20 to 200+ tons/hour; easily sculpted for creative design; closed-loop materials cycle:  recycleable back to natural earth or to another structure).  Specialized lifting device allows quick assembly of massive, load-bearing walls.  A visionary example of how GO Centers can literally use the earth to transform the planet.  Co-founder of GO Centers:  Interstate Realty Management/Interstate Realty Management Company Education Foundation & its Cricket Court site in Lubbock, Texas, USA.

236.  Institute for Modern Conflict, Diplomacy, & Reconciliation, www.IMCDR.TTU.edu or Dr. Dennis.Patterson@TTU.edu  Engaging in activities that further the process of international reconciliation; continuing study/research on all aspects of the American Vietnam experience & post-Vietnam War-era experience; graduate certificate in Strategic Studies; also, graduate-student visits to Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia (to universities, embassies, cultural sites & battlefields; plus, meetings with military veterans from Vietnam, Laos & Cambodia).  Preparation for [1] careers in foreign service, military, or intelligence community; [2] doctoral work in history or other fields.

237.  International Cultural Center, www.IAFF.TTU.edu & Christi.Felton@TTU.edu or 806-742-2974.  Beautiful venue for special events.  International Cultural Center maximizes educational opportunities  so that all might become more knowledgeable of other countries & peoples, appreciative of cultural diversity & capable of functioning as internationally competent individuals.

238.  International Baccalaureate Program, www.LubbockHigh.com/Pages/Course_Offerings/IB.asp & KayMoore@LubbockISD.org or 806-766-1464.  Comprehensive curriculum that responds to the need for greater challenge for highly motivated high school students:  broad-based arts experience for the college-bound student, educational experiences with a well-rounded, highly academic course of study emphasizing the development of the total individual, favorable admission into universities around the world, in- depth exploration of the study of human behavior & the process of educational inquiry; & at in-state supported colleges & universities in Texas, students who earn an IB diploma & score at least a 4 in all six areas will be awarded 24 hours (almost two years’ worth) of college credit

239.  National Association of Multicultural Education –Lubbock West Texas chapter, www.Educ.TT.edu/Organizations/WTX-NAME & Dr. Mary.Fehr@TTU.edu  Sharing collective wisdom for successful schools – specifically addressing access, equity & excellence for culturally & linguistically diverse students.  Bringing voices together so that multiple stakeholders can share this wisdom with each other.  To attend, present or sponsor teachers for the annual conference:  www.Educ.TTU.edu/Conference/NAME/default.php

240.  On the Road Adventures at your school, www.Depts.TTU.edu/dpe/K12/index.asp  Schedule life-changing, experiential, internationally focused 806-742-0426 or Dianne.Crowley@TTU.edu  A curriculum of learning experiences incorporating international, interdisciplinary educational experiences using the arts, social studies, math & English/language arts to enhance the required curriculum available to Kindergarten through 12th-grade students in public & private schools & home-schooled classes throughout the South Plains.  Hands-on, interactive programs involve the critical higher-order thinking skills & are aligned with the Texas Essential Knowledge & Skills & the Core Knowledge Sequence (required by the Texas Education Agency). 

241.  Rotary International: Lubbock Rotary Club, www.LubbockRotary.org  [1]  Rotary Youth Leadership Awards/RYLA — leadership training camp or workshop for selected youth ages 14 to 30,  Lynn Buxkemper:  LMBux@Aol.com; [2]  1999-2009:  volunteer drivers & sponsors for Tech Prep’s annual Job Shadow Day for 49 area schools (for 14,500+ high school juniors; [3]  Student scholarships and youth-leadership and enrichment opportunities: www.Rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/EducationalPrograms/AmbassadorialScholarships/Pages/ridefault.aspx  Academic-year & multi-year international scholarships for college students interested in humanitarian service. Scholars will receive round-trip transportation & all tuition & fees, as well as room & board.  World Peace Fellowships for international study at centers in Japan, Australia, Argentina, England & the United States:  www.Rotary.org (select “Learn more about Rotary’s peace programs” from lower, right-hand menu/Rotary is Humanity in Action) or RotaryCenters@Rotary.org  Apply through a Rotary club nearest you (www.Rotary.org & select “Club Locator” at the top-most bar — to the left of the Search box); [4] international visitors’ exchange program with Rotarians as local hosts:  Dr. Walter.Smith@TTU.edu & Dr. Caryl.Smith@TTU.edu; since 1965:  47,000+ individuals from 120+ countries have spent four to six weeks in another country:  staying in the homes of Rotarians & following an itinerary of educational & cultural interests; and [5] annual donation of science books to local elementary schools:  Keith Larremore.

242.  Texas Tech University College of Architecture, www.Arch.TTU.edu & Anna.Martinez@TTU.edu or 806-742-3136.  An international learning community; engaging in exemplary architectural teaching, research, scholarship, creative endeavor, & service.  Undergraduate students are required to participate in a study-abroad program, as part of their degree-fulfilling requirements.

243.  The Center for International & Multicultural Affairs’ Lectures on World Health, www.TTUHSC.edu/cima./world_health_lectures.aspx & Michelle.Ensminger@TTUHSC.edu & CIMA@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-1524.  Lecture series every 1^st & 3^rd Wed. at noon CST in TTUHSC Academic Classroom Building Room 120 (simulcast in Abilene, Amarillo, El Paso & Odessa).  Invited guest speakers will share their experience & work involving International Health.  Everyone is invited to attend. 

244.  The Salvation Army, www.SalvationArmy.org & Diane_Hudson@USS.SalvationArmy.org; Marvis_Steele@USS.SalvationArmy.org; Michael_Morton@USS.SalvationArmy.org & ThomasJude7007@Yahoo.com or 806-765-9434.  The advancement of the Christian religion … the advancement of education, the relief of poverty & other charitable objectives for society or the community of mankind as a whole.  From its earliest days The Salvation Army has accorded women equal opportunities, every rank & service, & from childhood the young are encouraged to love & serve God.  Serving family/individuals with <$15K annual income:  emergency shelter, weekly extensions for individuals/families seeking employment/permanent housing; homelessness prevention; 70+% of Corps/church congregation are former/clients.  G-Force youth-leadership opportunities.  Collaborative partnerships, no-charge meeting rooms or long-term rental space available at Lubbock, Texas, USA, site.

245.  The Vietnam Center and Archive, www.Vietnam.TTU.edu or Dr. Steve.Maxner@TTU.edu  Supporting & encouraging research & education regarding all aspects of the American Vietnam experience:  promoting a greater understanding of this experience & the peoples & cultures of Southeast Asia.  GO Center Sponsors & G-Force are encouraged to inquire about conducting research in the collections, searching digitized materials, purchasing duplicates of archive materials, borrowing canvas bunk bottoms for display, teaching about the Vietnam War or participating in conferences & symposia; applying for scholarships & being sites or providing audiences for outreach.

246.  U.S. Army ROTC, http://ArmyROTC.BA.TTU.edu:  Major Jeffrey.Dula@TTU.edu & Collegiate G-Force peer facilitators.  Educational benefits may be available for veterans or the dependents of veterans under the Post-9/11 Veterans Education Assistance Act of 2008. Under this act, many post-9/11 veterans and service members will be eligible for a new comprehensive education benefits package that includes full tuition and fees, a monthly housing stipend, and a stipend for books and supplies:  www.GIBill.VA.Gov & www.StudentAid.Ed.Gov & www.VA.Gov & www.VetCenter.VA.Gov or James.Hare@VA.Gov or Patrick.Aland@VA.Gov or 806-792-9782 or 1-800-905-4675.  To transfer educational benefits:  www.DMDC.OSD.Mil/TEB  For family members to apply for benefits, call 1-888-GI-Bill-1.

247.  www.IrenaSendler.org & IrenaSendlerProject@GMail.com (thanks to www.LowellMilkenCenter.org & Norman Conard:  NConard@TerraWorld.Net or 620-223-9991:  teaching respect & understanding.  Discover the G-Force (Gravitational Force) power of youth/students to change the world.  Three ninth graders & one eleventh grader (a G-Force team of youth/peer facilitators!) from Uniontown High School in SE Kansas worked on a year-long National History Day project — with the purpose of teaching respect & tolerance in their tiny, homogenous community.  Results of their project include the discovery of an almost-forgotten World War II heroine Irena Sendler, a Catholic woman in Poland who saved 2,000+ Jewish children.  The students’ discovery & information (about Sendler & her network of 25 others) inspired the writing & production of Life in a Jar (about Sendler, her network & the children saved), international publicity, Uniontown students’ no-charge visits to Warsaw, Sendler-related curricula additions in 20+ colleges & universities, interactive Web site, DVD & a series of presentations across the US, a college scholarship fund for Uniontown students, the nomination of Irena Sendler for a Nobel Peace Prize, schools named in her honor & a book about her.

248.  JAYTON-GIRARD Independent School District, www.JaytonJaybirds.com & Tim Seymore (TSeymore@ESC17.Net) & Counselor Tondi Jeter (TondiJ@ESC17.Net) or 806-237-2991.  Home of World Class School Initiative:  work matters, words matter & pride make the difference.  Also, Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com)  Collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs.

249 & 250.  JUNCTION

249.  Junction High School, www.JunctionISD.Net or Kaycie Sullivan (Kaycie.Sullivan@JunctionISD.Net) or 325-446-3510.

250.  Texas Tech University Hill Country  www.depts.TTU.edu/HillCountry/Junction or Bob.Hickerson@TTU.edu & 355-446-2301 Superintendents’ certification, community partnerships & more.

251 – 271.  JUVENILE / JUSTICE-FOCUSED GO CENTERS

251.  Pending:  Canyon Lakes Charter School/2402 Canyon Lakes Drive,www.OrendaEducation.org Leroy.Mitchell@OrendaEducation.org & www.CanyonLakesRTC.com or 806-762-5782.  Residential school for male & female students in grades 6-12 who are receiving services at the Canyon Lakes Residential Treatment Center for emotional &/or behavioral problems.  Approximately 200 students are served each year.  Canyon Lakes Residential Treatment Center is an inpatient facility for the treatment of emotionally disturbed youth between the ages of five and seventeen. A treatment team of licensed professionals develops an individualized treatment plan which includes the family, & is designed to promote positive attitudes & behavioral changes. Canyon Lakes help children deal with the problems & pressures. At Canyon Lakes, the child is our center of attention.

252.  Career & Technical Special Populations Training & Resource Education Center, http://ctsp.TAMU.edu & Dr. Lakshmi (Hema) Mahadevan (LMahadevan@Ag.TAMU.edu & CTSP@TAMU.edu) or 979-845-4374.  Providing Career & Technical education (CTE) teachers & other educators with access to resources for improving their knowledge regarding education of students who have special needs & are enrolled in CTE programs.  25+% of 465,000 special education students in Texas are served through CTE.  For resources by zip code:  http://disabilityresources.tamu.edu/?q=node/11053 & resource library for working with special populations:  http://ctsp.tamu.edu/checkout/checkout_details.php?Inventory=1599

253.  Children’s Advocacy Center of the South Plains, www.SafePlace4Kids.org & Katherine Walker (KWalker@SafePlace4Kids.org) or 806-740-0251, x. 110.  Bringing together community resources to speed the healing of child victims of abuse & trauma:  forensic interviews, case reviews with partner agencies, on-site mental health service, on-going victim support & family advocacy, court-room preparation, community education & awareness programs.  “Surviving is important, thriving is elegant.”  Maya Angelou.

254.  Dispute Resolution Center  www.Co.Lubbock.TX.US/drc/drc.htm or Estella Chapa (EChapa@Co.Lubbock.TX.US), Crystal Stone (CStone@Co.Lubbock.TX.US) or Sherri Sanders (SDSanders@Co.Lubbock.TX.US) or  DRC@Co.Lubbock.TX.US) or 806-775-1720  Serving at-risk youth/families & proactively seeking collaborative partnerships to ensure fulfilling futures for at-risk youth.

255.  Family Guidance & Outreach Center of Lubbock, www.LubbockParentConnection.org Lynnette Wilson (NettWilson@NTS-OnLine.Net) & Brooke Garth (BGarth@FGOC@GMail.com) or 806-747-5577.  Building healthy families.  Child-abuse prevention:  it shouldn’t hurt to be a child.  Helping families find better ways to manage economic, physical & emotional demands of parenting:  children grow up in a stable, healthy environment & families are strengthened.  Trained volunteer mentors encourage & educate parents & children:  one-on-one & through special programs for children & parents (Anger Wranglers, Speaker’s Bureau, special projects, Shaken-Baby Presentation, KIDS:  Knowledge in Divorce Situations, Parenting your Toddler, Making Relationships Work, Understanding your role as a Parent, Character Counts, Prevention of Violence in the Family, First Year of your Child’s Life & more:  for Head Start classrooms & prospective facilitators).  Order coloring books that help talk to kids about divorce & the traumatic upheaval in their families; DVD about divorce & family dynamics; what is a family; bonding with step or foster children; real life within blended families; wide book marks with Parenting Quick Tips (ABCs of Children’s Needs, Winning the Whining War; Words can Hurt … sometimes Forever! What Kids need Most; Teen Allowance$:  Dollar$ & $en$e; Tackling Tantrums; Reading:  a Gift that lasts a Lifetime; & more); also, booklets (Good Ways to Raise Good Kids; Coping with the Stress of Parenting, Communicating Well with your Child; Succeeding as a Single Parent; Raising your Grandchild; Becoming a Father; Children & Family Violence; Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder; Cooperative Co-Parenting & more).  Also, www.PracticalParent.org & Dr. Lucy.Long@PracticalParent.org or 972-423-6363.

256.  Frenship Independent School District’s Reese Education Center, www.Frenship.US & Counselor Dick Vanderpool (DVanderpool@Frenship.US) or 806-885-4910, x. 11.  Alternative school for students needing special attention.  Including partnership with Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.   Alex McAdoo (Alex.McAdoo@CISSouthPlains.org) or 806-885-4910, x. 213. 

257.  Honoring local Foster Children for an afternoon of fun, food & games:  www.AdoptionAwareness.org or Lionel Betancourt, Rotary Club of San Benito/Texas District 5930 (LCBGlacier@Aol.com or 956-778-1185 or 888-598-5566).  Rotary Clubs, Rotaract Clubs other young adults provide an afternoon party (by serving food & drink, playing games, parking cars).  The state agency in charge of foster children & their foster families invite foster children, foster families, case workers, private agencies & prospective parents who have been cleared for adopting.  Result:  special children are found by special parents.  “There were more adoptions in the State of Texas than in any other state in the US.  We can offer thanks to Rotary for making that happen” (Cary Cockerel, Commissioner, Texas Department of Family Protective Services, 2009).

258  Juvenile Justice Alternative Education Program, www.LubbockISD.org/JJAEP  Oscar Reyes, Wanda Smith, Helen Lupia & Ricardo Martinez, JD:  OReyes@LubbockISD.org; WandaSmith@LubbockISD.org and HLupia@LubbockISD.org & RicoMan32@GMail.com or 806-747-4850 or 806-445-9171.  Also, Natalie.J.Lenard@TTU.edu; Kelly.Hesse@TTU.edu; LBratcher@LubbockISD.org   

259.  Kairos International Prison Ministry serving Men & Women in White, www.LlanoEmmaus.org/KairosNews.aspx & Terry Moore (TMoore@GGreenstreet.com).  Decades’-long volunteers bringing hope, the unconditional lovingkindness of Christ & sacks of tasty ”forgiveness cookies” to prison inmates:  reducing the return-to-prison/recidivism rate by 30+%, reducing inmate/gang violence in prison; redirecting inmates’ family legacy toward spiritual redemption, life fulfillment, service to family & to other men & women in white; sharing the eternal Good News & offering temporal good news (that college is possible, desirable & affordable for them & their families).  Estimated $1M cost to try, convict & house an inmate for 5 yr. & $175/year/inmate for two, three-day week-end Kairos ministry experiences … followed by Kairos alumni/ae G-Force/peer facilitation service to first-time Kairos participants:  thus, continuously preparing & reinforcing each other/men & women in white to be positive role models & leaders in prison & when they return to their communities & families.

260.  Liberty Alternative High School, Principal Cheri Isett (CIsett2@SBCGlobal.Net)  Giving youth a second chance for successes in high school & life.

261.  Lubbock County Juvenile Justice Center, www.Co.Lubbock.TX.US/LCJJC/Juv.htm & Helga Fleming (HFleming@Co.Lubbock.TX.US) or 806-775-1800.  24/7 producing law-abiding citizens.

262.  Matthews New Directions Alternative School, 417 North Akron Ave., www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

263.  Methodist Children’s Home, www.MethodistChildrensHome.org & Helen Crossland, LCSW, LCDC (MCHHCrossland@HotMail.com) or 806-792-0099.  Offering hope to children, youth & families through a nurturing Christian community.  Services for grandparents who are caring full-time for their grandchildren.  Classes for minors who are ticketed for illegal possession or use of tobacco products.  Voluntary placement of children by parents into foster care – allowing parents to stay closely in touch with their children until they are able to provide for them.  Kelly Smith (KSmith@MCHOutreach.org) for Dallas-to-Albuquerque services.

264.  Project Intercept, www.LubbockISD.org/PI/Home.htm or Nick Sanders (NSanders@LubbockISD.org), Principal Gus Ramirez (GRamirez@LubbockISD.org), LeonWilliams@LubbockISD.org or John Brock (JBrock@LubbockISD.org).

265.  Project RIO (Re-Integration of Offenders), www.SPWorkForce.org & Lorna.Pitts@SPWorkForce.org or 806-771-3815, x. 2122.  Budget, work & life success-related courses for recently released populations across the South Plains.

266.  Safe & Drug-Free Schools & Communities, www.LubbockISD.org/Guidance/DrugEducation & SaraWilson@LubbockISD.org  Assist Lubbock Independent School District schools & collaborate with the community in fostering a safe & drug-free learning environment that supports student academic achievement.

267.  Stu Childre  (Stu@Childre.com)  To ensure that CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates:  www.LubbockCASA.org) & foster-care children live fulfilling, productive lives through educational and other inspiring opportunities. 

268.  Student Public-Interest Initiative, Jorge.Ramirez@TTU.edu & Larry.Spain@TTU.edu  Texas Tech University Law students contribute to protecting civil rights, civil liberties, women’s rights, consumer rights, environmental rights — (protecting the vulnerable segments of our society (by funding student public-interest projects/employment & by encouraging law students to pursue public interest jobs) by providing students with summer scholarships when they work with institutions that are unable to pay students.  Also, law students’ partnership with Animal Legal Defense Fund in sponsoring a five-shelter adoption day in 10-’09.

269.  Texas Tech Police, www.Depts.TTU.edu/TTPD/cp_programs.php & Jack.Floyd@TTU.edu or 806-742-3931.  Presentations for groups or individuals about crime-prevention topics for Texas Tech & collaborative partners:  find out whether your GO Center is eligible.  Presentation topics include personal safety, burglary/theft prevention, sexual assault, acquaintance rape, DWI/alcohol awareness, residential security surveys & storm-ready/severe-weather awareness.

270,  Upward Bound Program, www.TTU.edu & Maria.Fernandez@TTU.edu or 806-742-3616, x. 287.  40+ year legacy of educational enrichment, mentoring, support & encouragement for first-generation college students.

271.  VOICES Community Coalition:  Your Community’s Anti-Drug Coalition, www.MCCAOD.com & Laura.Hunter@MCCAOD.com or 806-780-8300.  Volunteers Offering Involvement in Communities to Expand Services.  Assisting communities in developing policies, procedures & activities to prevent youth from using alcohol, drugs & tobacco — by preventing & reducing substance abuse among youth in each community served & by strengthening collaboration in communities & linking them to existing community-based prevention, intervention & treatment services.  Seeking volunteers (advocates, referrals & conference participants) from schools, businesses, community organizations, churches, healthcare organizations, media, parents, schools, state/government agencies & youth in Lubbock, Crosby, Dickens, Hockley, Lynn, Terry & Hale counties.

272.  Pending:  KLONDIKE Independent School District, http://Klondike.ESC17.Net  “Recognized” school district by Texas Education Agency. Superintendent Steve McLaren (SMcLaren@ESC17.Net) & Principal Neta Manley (NManly@ESC17.Net) & Teresa Roberts (TRoberts@ESC17.Net) .

273 – 275.  LAMESA

273.  Mobile GO Center.  Invite a Mobile GO Center to your GO Center events or find out how to fund & equip a Mobile GO Center for your outreach:  Jeff Ward (JWard@HowardCollege.edu) or www.HowardCollege.edu   

274.  Lamesa Independent School District through LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Moses Pena (MPena@LEARNPrograms.org). 

275.  Lamesa Rotary Club, Dale Hansard (Dale_Hansard@WindStream.Net or Dale_Hansard@CaprockCU.com)  Student scholarships and youth-leadership and enrichment opportunities:  www.Rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/prospect/candidate/eligibility.html  Academic-year & multi-year international scholarships for college students interested in humanitarian service. Scholars will receive round-trip transportation & all tuition & fees, as well as room & board.  World Peace Fellowships for international study at centers in Japan, Australia, Argentina, England & the United States: www.Rotary.org (select “Learn more about Rotary’s peace programs” from lower, right-hand menu/Rotary is Humanity in Action) or RotaryCenters@Rotary.org  Apply through a Rotary club nearest you (www.Rotary.org & select “Club Locator” at the top-most bar — to the left of the Search box).

276 – 281.  LEVELLAND

276.  Billy Alonzo Video Productions serving Levelland & Lubbock area.  Low-cost CDs/DVDs:  3-in-1 CD [1] When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood teacher modules, posters, templates for activities & grade-to-grade transition songs), [2] GO Kit & [3] GO Center Training Handbook; also,  [4] Cool Jobs, [5] Reel Life [6] five, 10- or 30-second Public Service Announcements (in Spanish & in English).  For the public:  video productions for family reunions & special events:  5Alonzos@Xanadoo.com or BAlonzo@SouthPlainsCollege.edu or 806-773-7476; through www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu  Academic programs (to transfer to a university or technical program); high-quality education, career training & personal attention; 100+ programs of study, affordable tuition & fees; career programs for success in the job market; state-of-the-art instructional equipment & hands-on training; small classes with one-on-one training (sites in Crosbyton, Denver City, Levelland, Lubbock, Muleshoe & Plainview).

277.  Hockley County Historical Commission, John or Bette Hope (JDHope@Llano.Net) or 806-894-4062 & Jim Hogue (JHogue2848@Aol.com) or 806-229-2741.  Learn while going on Texas’ Last Frontier Ranch Heritage Tour:  visit historic ranches & other sites of historical interest in far West Texas!  The tour traverses Hockley, Terry, Gaines, Yoakum & Cochran Counties.  Participants board air-conditioned buses in Levelland to tour the Spade, Lake Tomb-L7 & Duggan Ranches; see the Sawyer, Sherman & Fitzgerald Ranches, as well as the half-dugout & house of the Armstrong family built in the early 1900s near Denver City; see historic settlements of Ropesville, Meadow, Seagraves, White City, Sligo & Whiteface.  Itinerary varies annually & may include Brownfield & Plains historical museums & other frontier sites.  Tour culminates with a barbecue dinner & country & western music at Girlstown USA near Whiteface–former headquarters of the Duggan Ranch.  Also, Cochran County Historical Commission:  Dorothy Barker (JodaPhi1@WindStream.Net) or 806-266-5484. 

278.  Levelland High School, www.LevellandISD.Net  Joanna Runkles & Katy Baker:  JRunkles@ESC17.Net or KatherineBaker@ESC17.Net or 806-894-8515.  Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations.  Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org).  Career Technology Education Liaison Juanice Tyson (JTyson@ESC17.Net; & Teachers Jimmy Irvin (Irvin_Jimmy@Yahoo.com); John Ewerz (JEwerz@ESC17.Net); Kay Cash (KCash@ESC17.Net); Royce Blackshear (RBlackshear@ESC17.Net); Sandy Bridges (SBridges@ESC17.Net);

279.  Levelland Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Sara.Hallett@SPWorkForce.org &  Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more):  students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.

280.  South Plains College, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Stephen John (SJohn@SouthPlainsCollege.edu), Kimbra Quinn (KQuinn@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) & Kathryn Perez (KPerez@SouthPlainsCollege.edu).  Seven sites (Levelland; Crosbyton, Denver City & Muleshoe Extension Centers; Reese Center & Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center/Lubbock; Plainview Center) serving West Texas in the following 15 counties:  Bailey, Cochran, Crosby, Dickens, Floyd, Gaines, Garza, Hale, Hockley, Lamb, Lubbock, Lynn, Motley, Terry & Yoakum.  100 program options including nine health occupations programs; 21,000+ individuals annually (12, 560 college-credit students; 8,778 continuing education short-course/workforce-development students, 100s of Tech Prep and dual-credit students & more).   Affordable tuition & fees.  Average cost for 14-hour semester course load is $1,274.  A recent socioeconomic impact study revealed the following impact factors for an education at SPC:  for every $1 a student invests in a SPC education, s/he will receive a cumulative of $5.40 in higher future earnings over the next 30 years.  Every dollar of state or local tax money invested in SPC will return a present value of $14 over the next 30 years.  State & local governments avoid $2.1M annually in social costs as a result of improved health, reduced crime & reduced welfare & unemployment attributed to the higher education opportunities provided by SPC.  Every $1 invested in SPC by state & local taxpayers produces a real money annual return of 8% in the form of higher tax revenues & avoided social costs attributable to education.  Prepare Yourself at South Plains College.

281.  Upward Bound Program at South Plains College, Chris Riley (CRiley@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) & UpwardBound@SouthPlainsCollege.edu  806-894-9611, x. 2653.  40+ year legacy of educational enrichment, mentoring, support & encouragement for first-generation college students via [a] after-school tutoring (individualized, remedial or enrichment), [b] Saturday Academies (additional time for further academic support with culturally enriching activities) & [c] Summer Residential Program (students live on the SPC campus for five weeks to participate in intensive academic & personal-growth activities).  For 9^th – 11^th graders (from Brownfield, Levelland, Littlefield, Morton, Whiteface & Whitharral) who meet low-income criteria.  www.ED.Gov

282 & 283.  LITTLEFIELD

282.  Littlefield Primary, Elementary, Junior High & High Schools, www.Littlefield.K12.TX.US  Teacher Kim Longino (LonginoKB@Aol.com)  Also [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.   Adam Solis:  ASolis@Littlefield.K12.TX.US & Esperanza Lucero:  ELucero@Littlefield.K12.TX.US or 806-385-4150, x. 2412; & [2] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org).  Counselor Stacy Mason (SMason@Littlefield.K12.TX.US).  Teacher Kim Moss (KMoss@Littlefield.K12.TX.US); TLane@Littlefield.K12.TX.US  

283.  Littlefield Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more): students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.

284.  LOCKNEY Independent School District, www.Lockney.ISD.Tenet.Edu & Kathy Young (Young.Kathy@Lockney.ISD.TeNet.edu) or 806-652-4901.  Developing well-rounded, academically excellent, successful citizens with an unquenchable thirst for lifelong learning & discovery in an ever-changing society.  Athletic, band & University Interscholastic League champions at district, regional & state levels.  Also, partnership with LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org).  Counselor Shana Hallmark (Hallmark.Shana@Lockney.ISD.Tenet.edu) & Teacher Candace Scott (Scott.Candace@Lockney.ISD.Tenet.edu).

285.  LOOP Independent School District, www.LoopISD.Net & Julie Moore (JuMoore@LoopISD.Net).  Committed to Excellence: “Among Top 5% in Texas” by Texas Business & Education Coalition/TBEC.  Developing a student with a positive self-image who is prepared socially & vocationally, challenged to achieve, aware of the importance & value of education & motivated to be a responsible citizen through a quality, well-balanced curriculum — regardless of the educational or socio-economic level of the student.

286.  LORENZO High School, www.LorenzoISD.Net  Kristal Pruet:  KRPruet@ESC17.Net or 806-634-5592.  G-Force Teams of Student Council (KRPruet@ESC17.Net) & Spanish Club members through Pete Paniagua (PMPaniagua@CS.com or 806-445-4077).  Also, Teachers Katie Thompson (KAThompson@ESC17.Net) & Monica Hauk (MHauk@ESC17.Net).

287 – 341.  LUBBOCK

287.  Academic Testing Services, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Testing & Pat.McConnel@TTU.edu & Testing@TTU.edu or 806-742-3671.  College Level Examination Program:  opportunities throughout the semester to earn credit for many lower-level courses by achieving successful scores on specified exams.  Save time & money, lighten the semester course load, graduate early, fulfill financial aid/scholarship requirements.  Also, exams to meet requirements for Texas Success Initiatives, to prove proficiency for knowledge gained outside the classroom or fluency in other languages; to test for Graduate or Medical School, Texas teacher certification, English as a Foreign Language, distance-education classes, specific areas for academic skill improvement, a missed classroom exam or other exams (GRE subject exams, LSAT, MPRE, NET, OKAP, PCAT…).

288.  Alderson Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/Alderson through [1] Eric Strong, Founder of GO Centers and on-going GO Center projects and programs including ”Freedom to Succeed:  Doing What I Can to Make my Dreams Come True” workshops – to help specific students improve standardized test scores  (via mutual support teams of teachers, parents, other students & nationally acclaimed learning experts): Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268; & [2] IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420.  Building a College-Going Community. .

289.  Architecture & Design Learning Community, www.Arch.TTU.edu/Resources/ADLC & Dean Andrew.Vernooy@TTU.edu or 806-742-2611.  Architecture students & other design majors may extend their learning experience beyond the classroom & into the environment in which they live & interact.  Architecture & design-major students live & work with each other in a community set aside within the Hulen/Clement residence-hall complex – with access to studio space within the residence hall (AutoCAD software, model space, & drafting space) accessible only by students living within the learning community.  Single rooms within the community provide space for drafting tables.  Programming training is offered.  Community Advisors in the Learning Community provide boundless resources for student-residents:  educational programming to assist academic endeavors (e.g., advice on model-building & secrets for success in architecture) & social activities such as movie nights, pumpkin-carving & gingerbread-house contests.

290.  Arnett Elementary School, 701 East Queens St., www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org):   nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

291.  Atkins Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/Atkins (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top) & Principal Chris Huber (CHuber@LubbockISD.org) & Assistant Principal Nancy Parker (NParker@LubbockISD.org) or 806-766-1522.  Also, collaborative partnerships with [1] Reality Check transformational simulations, www.CDR.State.TX.US/RealityCheck & Jennifer.Sutton@TTU.edu  45-minute simulation for eighth-graders & older to experience living on the monthly salary of a high school drop out or of a professional – deeply connecting the positive correlation between school success & life/career success; [2] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org & Monica.Salas@CISSouthPlains.org & 806-766-1530.  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life; [3] American Association of University Women Betty Anderson Lubbock Branch, www.AAUW.org  Breaking through barriers for women & girls:   Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program for sixth-grade girls and their mothers — to cultivate doing well in school, college and life:  Joy Vann (JoyPenVann@SuddenLink.Net or 806-795-1528) or Dr. Lane Powell (LanePow@SuddenLink.Net or 806-797-0197); [4] GRACE After-School Programs, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/Grace.aspx &Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu; [5] Vandalia Church of Christ, www.Vandelia.org & Youth Pastor Chris White (CWhite@Vandelia.org).  Neighborhood Outreach Program that year-round provides neighborhood children with food, clothing and after-school enrichment; & [6] Boys & Girls Club Wilson Branch, www.LubbockBGC.org  Tom Vermillion:  TVermillion@LubbockBGC.org; Pam Morris:  PMorris@LubbockBGC.org or 806-792-2880; &GO Theatre Champion Dr. Jake Morgan, JakeKSM@HotMail.com or 806-792-2889.

292.  Cavazos Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/Cavazos (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top) through [1]Eric Strong, Founder of GO Centers and on-going GO Center projects and programs including ”Freedom to Succeed:  Doing What I Can to Make my Dreams Come True” workshops – to help specific Cavazos Middle School students improve standardized test scores  (via mutual support teams of teachers, parents, other students & nationally acclaimed learning experts): Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268; [2] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Jeremy.Cortez@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-766-6607; & [3] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org).

293.  College Relations, Leslie Soto (LSoto@LubbockISD.org)  Opportunities for low-income, first-generation college students across Lubbock to succeed academically, financially & socially in college — while still in high school:  Donors’ $250 scholarships can provide tuition & fees for a three credit-hour dual-credit course through South Plains College.

294.  Cooper Rawlings Community Center, 213 40th St. through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe, www.HungersHope.org:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org):  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

295.  Coronado High School, www.LubbockISD.org/CHS & Melissa Locke (MDLocke@LubbockISD.org).  Also, [1] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org); & [2] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassadors Ethan.Logan@TTU.edu & Dr. Michael.Shonrock@TTU.edu with Principal Lynn Akin (LAkin@LubbockISD.org) & Counselor Jonnette Piercy (JPiercy@LubbockISD.org); Teachers Brent Chamberlain (BChamberlain@LubbockISD.org); Lisa Dudding (LDudding@LubbockISD.org); Marla Barnett (MBarnett@LubbockISD.org); & Melinda McGaugh (MMcGaugh@LubbockISD.org). 

296.  Cricket Court Housing Project, Pastor Adolphus Cleveland (TheStoneCDC@SBCGlobal.Net) or 806-792-1371;  1102 58th Street, Apartment 101, Lubbock  79412:  Jay Seale at CricketCourt@SuddenLinkMail.com & Trish at Cricket2@SuddenLinkMail.com  Systems of educational enrichment & support for all interested residents from Pre-kindergarten/early childhood, adult basic education, English-as-a-Second Language … through graduate/professional school; twice-weekly worship experiences, South Plains Food Bank Kids Cafe after-school program:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

297.  Dunbar Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/Dunbar & Gail Latimer (GLatimer@LubbockISD.org) or 806-766-1275.  Also, partnerships with [1] Eric Strong, Founder of GO Centers and on-going GO Center projects and programs including ”Freedom to Succeed:  Doing What I Can to Make my Dreams Come True” workshops – to help specific students improve standardized test scores  (via mutual support teams of teachers, parents, other students & nationally acclaimed learning experts): Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268; [2] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org); [3] Science Exploration Academy Summer Camp, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/ScienceSummerCamp.aspx & Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu  Week-long camp increases awareness & interest in science & health by introducing Dunbar Math & Science Academy middle-school students to various medical subjects, curricula & experiments — along with a visit to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (where they meet health professionals).  Middle-school students experience an up-close look at first-class, top-notch health care work & teaching environment; & [4] 21st Century Learning Community, soaring beyond expectations  Malli Travis (MTravis@LubbockISD.org) & Lisa Bryant (LBryant@LubbockISD.org).

298.  Estacado High School, www.LubbockISD.org/EHS & Virginia Trevino (VTrevino@LubbockISD.org) & Tamara Fulton(TFulton@LubbockISD.org).  Week-end, college-preparation events & one-on-one money-for-college/financial aid services for families.  Also, [1] financial & mentoring support from EHS alumni Jerry & Sherry Gray through the Jerry Gray Foundation & JGrayFoundation@Aol.com; [2] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  806-766-1397; [3] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  At EHS since 1981, aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org) & Lee St. Dennis (LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org) for one full day/week; plus, college nights for families; [4] Estacado High School Parent Teachers Association:  Rejeanne Sylvester (Rags1201@Yahoo.com); [5] 2009 GO Center grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, thanks to Dr. Stephanie.J.Jones@TTU.edu & collaborative partners from Estacado High School, South Plains College, Texas Tech University & near-by GO Centers; [6] 4-8p GO Center services for families; [7] Mr. Lucio Trevino (LTrevino@LubbockISD.org) & his law-magnet students benefit from the Law Dean’s Community Teaching Fellows program (through Dr. Amy.Jarmon@TTU.edu):  a Collegiate G-Force Team of second- & third-year TTU Law School mentors who work with high school students in the classroom & serve as hosts when high school students visit the TTU Law School; [8] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador  Dr. Jan.Childress@TTU.edu with Principal David Vasquez (DVasquez@LubbockISD.org); & [9] fund-raising for EHS student scholarships to Wayland Baptist University/Lubbock by GO Center Sponsor Dr. Kent Brooks (KBrooks@WBU.edu); [10] Medical Magnet academic program:  Janet Copeland (JCopeland@LubbockISD.org).  Teacher Jesse Galdean (JGaldean@LubbockISD.org).

299.  Frenship High School, www.frenship.us/education/components/scrapbook/default.php?sectiondetailid=21566 & www.Frenship.US  Cindy Miller & Jeanye Wester:  CMiller@Frenship.US or JWester@Frenship.US or 806-866-4440, x. 241.  Where learning is a class act:  irresistible GO Center with attractive, cafe furniture.  On-line career assessments.  National Career Readiness Certification:  successful completers receive certificate with specific skills-readiness information (effective for job interviews & impressive on resumes).  Fall ’10:  on-line consumer sciences course “Principles of Education/Introduction to Family Sciences.”  Monthly College & Career Cafe for four groups of 25 high school students – during each of the four lunch periods:  presentations by business/industry professionals.  End-of-year Career-College presentations with review panel of community leaders.  Kindergarten through high school college-readiness strategies (on-line K-5 career awareness; emphasizing the relevance of school through six-year, career-focused plan for middle school students; systematically using substitute-teacher time for every academic subject – for Career Technology teachers to integrate the relevance of math, science, language, etc.;  ACT/SAT preparation & testing as early as 7th grade; 7th & 8th grade Creating Vision career day with visits to area college & universities – including ropes course leadership & team-work experiences.  No-charge Early College High School for first generation college students, minority & low-income students:  separate core classes for cohort & Saturday tutoring.  Admission Accomplished Pep Rally celebrating each graduating senior’s college/career choice:  college, work force, military or technical school.  G-Force high school future teachers present Ready Set Teach career modules to younger students, G-Force of high school Career/Technology students sponsor a Career Expo for middle school students; professionals mentor 6th-8th grade students during Career Cluster Day; hands-on experiential summer career camp with industry leaders — other school districts participate.  Middle School boys’ choral director Jared Hardy (JHardy@Frenship.US) has grown boys’ chorus from seven to 122 singers; rewards outstanding rehearsals by playing football after choir practice on Fridays.  Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org).  And Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:   Ambassador Matt.Ducatt@TTU.edu with Principal Kim Spicer (KSpicer@Frenship.US).   College Day for grade schoolers through Holly Johnson (HJohnson@Frenship.US).  Teachers Amanda Jordan (AJordan@Frenship.US), Leah Garretson (LGarretson@Frenship.US), JBarnes@Frenship.US & Elisha Reese (EReese@Frenship.US);   Trista Presley (TPresley@Frenship.US); Susan Perez (SPerez@Frenship.US), Candace Wilkins (CWilkins@Frenship.US); Cindy Cooksey (CCooksey@Frenship.US); Jennifer McClendon (JMcClendon@Frenship.US); Kim Hurst (KHurst@Frenship.US); Tracey Griffith (TGriffith@Frenship.US); Angel Boyles (ABoyles@Frenship.US); Janet Flusche (JFlusche@Frenship.US).

300.  Friends of the Wolfforth Library, http://WolfforthTX.US/Library.htm  Marie Evans (MEvans1398@Aol.com) & Jane Gillit (JaneGillit@Yahoo.com) or 806-866-9280.  Loan books, books-on-tape, audio & video materials; interlibrary loan service; public computer & internet access; copies/printing.  children’s summer programs (story time & summer reading club).  Located immediately southwest of Lubbock, Texas (at 508 East Hwy. 62/82 on the access road for the 62/82, also known as “Marsha Sharp Freeway” &/or “Brownfield Highway:” one-quarter mile south of the 82nd Street overpass).  Also, West Texas Library System:  www.WTLS.Lib.TX.US serving 34 libraries in a 29-county area (1-800-848-3146 or 806-775-2858).

301.  Guadalupe Neighborhood Center,123 North Ave. N., http://LiveUnitedLubbock.org  Dela Esqueda (Dela-GPNC@HotMail.com ) at 806-549-1923 or Amber.Dean@TTU.edu at 806-535-9405; Mike Garcia (MiGarcia13@GMail.com).  After-school mentoring, learning & leadership development & South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Café:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

302.  Hardwick Elementary School, 1420 Chicago Ave. www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

303.  Harwell Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Harwell & Principal Severo Alvarado (SAlvarado@LubbockISD.org).  Partnership with IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420.  Building a College-Going Community.

304.  Hodges Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Hodges through Eric Strong, Founder of GO Centers and on-going GO Center projects and programs including donation of historical resources to students:  Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268.

305.  Iles Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Iles (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top) & Dr. Brian Yearwood, Principal (BYearwood1@Yahoo.com).  Collaborative partnerships with [1] Eric Strong, Founder of GO Centers and on-going GO Center projects and programs:  including donation of musical instruments to students:  Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268; [2] GRACE After-School Programs, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/Grace.aspx & Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu; [3] IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420:  Building a College-Going Community; and [4] 21st Century Learning Community, soaring beyond expectations:  Debbi Gayley (DGayley@LubbockISD.org) & Lisa Davis (LDavis@LubbockISD.org).

306.  Irons Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/Irons & Principal Ken Casarez (KCasarez@LubbockISD.org).  PAWsitive Behavior Support School (Performance, Attitude, Willingness & Safety).  Partners in Education sponsors Lowe’s Marketplace & United Supermarket.  Partnership with www.RaiseYourHandTexas.org  Student/G-Force organizations include Irons Spirit Squad, National Junior Honor Society, Student Council, West Texas Best Robotics & Cougar Band.

307.  Leadership Texas Alumnae, Lubbock Region, www.LeadershipTexas.org & Carrye.Syma@TTU.edu  Identifying & developing Texas’ women leaders by providing them with essential information, an awareness of ongoing changes, sharpened skills & an enduring network of women from diverse backgrounds.  Year-long program (@$3,700 + transportation + lodging; partial scholarship assistance is available) is structured around five, two-&-one-half-day sessions (in Austin – with the other four sessions rotating among various Texas locations each year).  Each host city becomes the backdrop for presentations & discussions of current state issues with local & state leaders as experts.  Sessions are held at locations (within host cities/towns) that provide a context for the session (e.g., at universities, correctional facilities, corporate headquarters or colonias).  3,000+ LT alumnae since 1983.

308.  Low-Income Tax Clinic / Clinica de Impuestos para Bajos Ingresos, Elma.Moreno@TTU.edu or 806-742-4312 or 1-800-420-8037.  Help with Internal Revenue Service audit appeals, examination notices, collection notices; employer-related tax controversies; dependency issues; non-filer issues, innocent-spouse issues.  The Low-Income Tax Clinic is sponsored by a grant from the Internal Revenue Service under IRC Section 7526 & matching funds from Texas Tech University.  Clinic information cannot take the place of advice from a lawyer.  Contact a lawyer for representation on a tax matter or for responses to questions.     

309.  Lubbock Christian Schools through Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Amy.Murphy@TTU.edu with Principal Glen Smith (GSmith@LubbockChristian.org).

310.  Lubbock-Cooper High School, www.LCISD.Net  Nell Stanford (NellS@LCISD.Net) or 806-863-7105, x. 5102; Silvia Perez:  SPerez@LCISD.Net or 806-863-7105.  Patty Ochoa (POchoas@LCISD.Net), English as a Second Language/Bilingual Coordinator;  Susan Roup (SRoup@LCISD.Net) Mentor/Tutor Coordinator; & Teacher Donna Corder (DCorder@LCISD.Net) or 806-863-7105, x. 5105.  Also, [1] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Moses Pena(MPena@LEARNPrograms.org); & [2] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassadors Dr. Gregory.Elkins@TTU.edu & Jill.Stangl@TTU.edu with Principal Angie Inklebarger (AngieI@LCISD.Net).  Counselors Donna Hanfield (DHanfield@LCISD.Net) & Marta Barrios (MBarrios@LCISD.Net) & Teachers McLellan@LCISD.Net; Brenda Langehennig (BLangehennig@LCISD.Net); Candice Mallory (CMallory@LCISD.Net); Leslie Ferris @LFerris@LCISD.Net).

311.  Lubbock Council of PTAs, http://LubbockCouncil.TXPTA.org one child.  one voice.  Rejeanne Sylvester (Rags1201@Yahoo.com).

312.  Lubbock Day Camp, 4201 Ave. J. www.HungersHope.org & Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org) through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Café:  nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

313.  Lubbock Education Support Association, Ricardo Martinez, JD:  RicoMan32@GMail.com  Scholarships for college/university students and on-going nurturing of students by staff who are not professionally credentialed educators (i.e., secretaries; housekeepers, janitorial, cafeteria and grounds-keeping staff, bus drivers, attorneys and other staff and employees).  Certification available for Educational Office Profession.

314.  Lubbock High School, www.LubbockISD.Net/LHS  Sylvia Silvas:  SSilvas@LubbockISD.org or 806-766-1415 in collaboration with LHS GO Center/Future Business Leaders of America G-Force Members’ GO Center & Teachers Gayle Reese (GReese@LubbockISD.org), Ann Hamilton (AnnHamilton@LubbockISD.org) & Coordinator Ann Brackeen (ABrackeen@LubbockISD.org).  Also, [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Sarah.Miller@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-766-1452; [2] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Kelly Sharp (KSharp@LEARNPrograms.org) & Moses Pena (MPena@LEARNPrograms.org); & [3] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassadors Sean Duggan (S.Duggan@TTU.edu) & Eileen.Nathan@TTU.edu & Susan.Peterson@TTU.edu with Principal Doyle Vogler (DVogler@LubbockISD.org).  Teachers Sam Black (SBlack@LubbockSID.org); John Fullerton (JFullerton@LubbockISD.org); Jan Delay (JDelay@LubbockISD.org); Sharla Buxkemper (SBuxkemper@LubbockISD.org); Marcy Ventle (DVentle@SuddenLink.Net)

315.  Lubbock Independent School District Federal Programs, www.LubbockISD.org/FedPrograms/Title%201/Title1.htm & www.LubbockISD.org/FedPrograms/Parental/Parental_Teacher.htm & www.LubbockISD.org/FedPrograms/21st/21Index.htm & DeniseMattson@LubbockISD.org  Strengthening each child’s academic achievement by increasing education access & opportunities to economically disadvantaged students — by using federal funds for supplemental services such as increasing parental involvement & providing specialized reading, literacy & math instruction.  Serving 38 elementary, middle & high schools.  Homeless Liaison (Bonnie Quintana:  BQuintana@LubbockISD.org); Migrant Education, Recruiter & Social Worker (Beverly Finch:  BFinch@LubbockISD.org; Bibi Licon:  ELicon@LubbockISD.org; Ruby Vidaurre:  RVidaurre@LubbockISD.org);  21st Century Learning Community, soaring beyond expectations & Parental Involvement (Ann Hannel:  AHannel@LubbockISD.org & Ruby Jackson:  RJackson@LubbockISD.org).  www.Parent-Institute.com & www.NASDME.org/Migranted.html & www.SERVE.org/NCHE  And www.WhenCanYouStart.TV for dynamic career information in partnership with the Lubbock Economic Development Alliance.

316.  Lubbock’s Home & Family Magazine, http://LHFMag.com Publisher Melody Dawes (Melody@LHFMag.com) or 806-792-4336.  Good things Lubbock has to offer for families’ health, education & financial welfare.  Calendar of family events & parent-resource directory.

317.  Madison Park Community Center, 512 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

318.  Mae Simmons Community Center, 2302 Oak St., 79404; Tracy Crawford (TCrawford@MyLubbock.US) or 806-767-2708.  Partnership with www.HungersHope.org South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

319.  Maggie Trejo Community Center, 3200 Amherst. St., www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

320.  Monterey High School, www.LubbockISD.org/MHS  Charlotte Sessom:  CSessom@LubbockISD.org or 806-766-0676.   Also, [1] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Lee St. Dennis (LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org); & [2]  Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Dr. Sam.Bennett@TTU.edu with Principal Al Griggs (AGriggs@LubbockISD.org).

321.  O.L. Slaton Middle School, www.LubbockISD.org/OLSlaton through [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  David.Montalvo@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-535-3649; [2] AAUW Betty Anderson Lubbock Branch, www.AAUW.org  Breaking through barriers for women & girls:   Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program for sixth-grade girls and their mothers — to cultivate doing well in school, college and life:  Joy Vann (JoyPenVann@SuddenLink.Net or 806-795-1528) or Dr. Lane Powell (LanePow@SuddenLink.Net or 806-797-0197); & [3] GRACE After-School Programs, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/Grace.aspx & Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu   

322.  Overton Elementary School, 2902 Louisville Ave. www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

323.  Parkway-Sommerville Neighborhood Centers, http://LiveUnitedLubbock.org 405 North Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Dela Esqueda (Dela-GPNC@HotMail.com ) at 806-549-1923 or Amber.Dean@TTU.edu at 806-535-9405; Mike Garcia (MiGarcia13@GMail.com).  After-school mentoring, learning & leadership development & South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Café: nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

324.  Pi Kappa Alpha Fraternity Alumni Association, www.Pikes.org & Tommy Turner, JD (TTurner@TurnerAndJordan.com)  Dedicated to developing men of integrity, intellect & high moral character;  fostering a truly lifelong fraternal experience; & realizing their fullest potential.  Providing innovative services & programs to enrich the lives of Pike undergraduates, alumni & communities; valuing academic achievement, practicing academic integrity; encouraging members to be of strong mind & body; & serving others in modesty & dignity.

325.  Premier High School, www.PremierHighSchools.com/Lubbock.html, Dawn Dockter (DDockter@ResponsiveEd.com) or 806-763-1518 or 806-559-3010.  Innovative, personalized 6th to 12th-grade campus, specializing in drop-out recovery.  Dedicated to helping students reach their individual academic & personal goals, in a rigorous yet safe, positive & supportive environment — where students take ownership of their own progress & discover how to tap into their potential & begin a lifelong journey of learning.  Through a variety of diagnostic tools, students are placed in appropriate, computer-enhanced, character-based curriculum & monitored closely — ensuring that each student is successful.  Small class sizes, Pre-Advanced Placement, AP & dual credit courses as well as assistance with Texas Assessment of Knowledge & Skills test preparation & credit recovery.  Flexibility of four-hour school day for high school students.  Texas Education Agency-approved, open enrollment, public charter school; district is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools.

326.  Psychology & Service Learning, www.TTU.edu & Dr. Margaret Durham (DrMag2129@SBCGlobal.Net) or 806-785-2331.  Connecting academic rigor with real-life experiences (via collaborative community service aligned with intentional, systematic writing/reflection):  a systematic, service-learning pedagogy to inspire students to discover how they, as well-educated community leaders, may positively transform their community & society.  Example:  psychology students learn about societal perspectives related to animal welfare & then experience a variety of hands-on learning experiences such as feeding/watering &/or trapping, getting neuter & returning (TNR) feral cats on the Texas Tech University campus in Lubbock, Texas — while simultaneously interacting with collaborative public/health, volunteer-management, non-profit organizations & physical plant-maintenance systems connected to Texas Tech’s managed (TNR), non-producing feral cat colonies that eliminate rodents, yowling, fighting, & spraying; eliminate incoming, reproducing, unvaccinated stray cats; & eliminate the expense of trapping & euthanizing Texas Tech’s long-time feline residents.

327.  Rec Sports Texas Tech University, www.RecSports.TTU.edu & Betty.Blanton@TTU.edu or 806-742.-4312.  Recreation and aquatic center, also:  leisure pool, free weight room, machine weight room, circuit room, fitness classes and climbing center.  And, outdoor pursuits, intramurals; youth learn-to-swim & youth sports summer camp.  Memberships available for Texas Tech students, faculty, staff, alumni, spouses and children; also for University Medical Center, state and Lubbock Independent School District employees, spouses, children  – with single-use and guest privileges through members.  For the public:  conferences, clinics, short courses & workshops.  No-charge tours for visitors with 48-hour advance arrangements – for individuals and groups.

328.  Richard Milburn Academy, Starlette Gill (SGill@RMA-TX.org).

329.  Rise Academy, www.RiseAcademy.org through IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420.  Building a College-Going Community.

330.  School Counselors’ College-Readiness Guide, www.Educ.TTU.edu/EPCE & Dr. Charles.Crews@TTU.edu or 806-742-1997, x. 313.  Find out how to order a copy of the College-Readiness Guide to use in your school counseling work or to share with a school counselor in your district.

331.  Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs promoting each student’s learning experience:  Dr. Jan.Childress@TTU.edu or 806-742-2691.  Senior staff proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassadors Dr. Gregory.Elkins@TTU.edu & Jill.Stangl@TTU.edu with Lubbock-Cooper Principal Angie Inklebarger (AngieI@LCISD.Net); Ethan.Logan@TTU.edu & Dr. Michael.Shonrock@TTU.edu with Coronado Principal Lynn Akin (LAkin@LubbockISD.org); Dr. Jan.Childress@TTU.edu with Estacado Principal David Vasquez (DVasquez@LubbockISD.org); Matt.Ducatt@TTU.edu with Frenship Principal Kim Spicer (KSpicer@Frenship.US); Larry.Phillippe@TTU.edu with Idalou Principal Chris Brattain (CBrattain@IdalouISD.Net); Amy.Murphy@TTU.edu with Lubbock Christian Schools Principal Glen Smith (GSmith@LubbockChristian.org); S.Duggan@TTU.edu & Eileen.Nathan@TTU.edu & Susan.Peterson@TTU.edu with Lubbock High Principal Doyle Vogler (DVogler@LubbockISD.org); Dr. Sam.Bennett@TTU.edu with Monterey Principal Al Griggs (AGriggs@LubbockISD.org); Andrew.Canham@TTU.edu with New Deal Principal Dr. Jerry Adams (JWAdams@NewDealISD.Net); Sofia.Rodriguez@TTU.edu & Dr. Jan.Childress@TTU.edu with Roosevelt Principal Jim Bob Hobbs (JHobbs@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US); Joe.MacLean@TTU.edu with Shallowater Principal Tom Johnson (TJohnson@ShallowaterISD.Net); Dave.Kraus@TTU.edu with Slaton Principal Chris Kennedy (CKennedy@SlatonISD.Net); Elizabeth.Massengale@TTU.edu with Trinity Christian Principal at 806-791-6583.

332.  Smylie Wilson Middle School through the American Association of University Women Betty Anderson Lubbock Branch, www.AAUW.org  Breaking through barriers for women & girls:   Hispanic Mother-Daughter Program for sixth-grade girls and their mothers — to cultivate doing well in school, college and life:  Joy Vann (JoyPenVann@SuddenLink.Net or 806-795-1528) or Dr. Lane Powell (LanePow@SuddenLink.Net or 806-797-0197).

333.  South Plains Academy & its award-winning Career Center, www.EducationIndex.com/USA/Texas/Lubbock/South-Plains-Academy-7495  Dina Ramirez (DRamirez@ESC17.Net), GO Trainer BigMarkC@Yahoo.com & partnerships with Jose Leal & WorkForce Solutions South Plains:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org      

334.  South Plains College/Reese Technology Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or LCox@SouthPlainsCollege.edu  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.

335.  Stewart Elementary School, 4815 46th St. www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.  Principal Johnna Weatherby, 806-766-0944.

336.  Trinity Christian High School through Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Elizabeth.Massengale@TTU.edu with Principal-elect/Counselor at 806-791-6583 & former Slaton GO Center Sponsor Laura Garcia.

337.  Tubbs Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Tubbs (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top) through Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  MarQuisha.Moody@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-766-1853.

338.  Wester Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Wester (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top of the Web page) through former Principal Julee Becker (JBecker@LubbockISD.org) & Retired Principal Ed Mullins (EMullins@LubbockISD.org) through innovative partnership with Education Revolution GO Center. Transformation of higher education by transdisciplinary integration of theory and applied learning:  meaningful, applied, hands-on math & science enrichment.  Rockin’ Readers partnership with Cracker Barrel – using Cracker Barrel’s sit-down, multi-person glider as a fun place for children & their mentors to read together. 

339.  Wheatley Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Wheatley & Principal Margaret Randle (MRandle@LubbockISD.org).  Also, partnerships with [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org & Kevin.Carlile@CISSouthPlains.org or 806-766-1877:  helping kids stay in school & prepare for life; [2] IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420:  Building a College-Going Community; & [3] 21st Century Community Learning Center, soaring beyond expectations:  Kim Farmer (KFarmer@LubbockISD.org) & Verlinda Clark (VClark@LubbockISD.org).

340.  Wright Elementary School, 1302 Adrian St. www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food. 

341.  YWCA Lubbock, www.YWCALubbock.org & Jana.Hunter@YWCALubbock.org or 806-792-2723, x. 3222  Eliminating racism, empowering women through children’s summer campus, 100 hours-of-fun challenge (for kids 9-13 years of age), its permanent venue on Lubbock’s First Friday Art Trail (also, a spectacular, historic landmark building downtown with elegant venues & meeting spaces to rent – state-of-the-art meeting room for 100:  Internet access, coffee bar & easy access to catering kitchen for caterers,’ organizations’ or families’ use:  Charly.Petrek@YWCALubbock.org or 806-632-6535).

342.  MEADOW Independent School District, http://Meadow.ESC17.Net  Providing a pathway for success.  Teacher Lindsey Roe (Lindsey.Roe@MeadowISD.Net) Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Lee St. Dennis (LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org), Counselor Ryan.Bobo@MeadowISD.Net & Teacher Kim.Bayer@MeadowISD.Net

343 - 347.  MOBILE GO CENTERS  Invite a Mobile GO Center to your GO Center events or find out how to fund & equip a Mobile GO Center for your outreach.  www.AustinCC.edu/go

343.  Community Health Center of Lubbock Mobile Health Units, www.CHCLubbock.org & 806-765-2611, x. 1035.  1313 Broadway, Suite 5/Lubbock:  FVasquez@CHCL.TACHC.org  Providing health & dental care for children & adults each month in the counties of Crosby, Garza, Lubbock, Lynn & Terry.  Accepting Medicaid, Medicare, CHIP & other forms of insurance.  Services available on a sliding-fee scale based on family size & income.  “A better educated public is a healthier public,” Eduardo Sanchez, MD, MPH, Former Commissioner of Texas’ Department of State Health Services.

344.  Howard College Mobile GO Center, www.HowardCollege.edu  Education … For Learning, For Earning, For Life:  Jeff Ward (JWard@HowardCollege.edu) or 432-264-5609.

345.  Midland College Mobile GO Center, www.Midland.edu/admissions/gomobile  Michael Zenteno:  MZenteno@Midland.edu or 432-685-6848. 

346.  West Texas A&M University Mobile-Go-Center:  http://WTAMU.edu/Admissions/WTAMU-Mobile-Go-Center.aspx  Office of Admissions, Gwynne Walker or Kyle Moore, GoWT@WTAMU.edu or 806-651-2020. 

347.  www.COSTEP.org/MERV/about.htm & Cynthia Cortez (CCortez@COSTEP.org) or 1-800-949-6371 or 210-254-0311:  Invite MERV to be an active part of your GO Centers’ community celebrations, in-service training or special events  — to keep the “college-going culture” in the hearts, minds, conversations & plans of all the families in your community.  MERV/Mobile Education Resource Vehicle (aka, The Campus Cruiser) & its resources facilitate instructional presentations about financial aid.  MERV combines state of the art technology & a mobile environment for free, on-site financial aid application & assistance.  Students may work at their own pace while conducting scholarship searches & transmitting their student aid forms via the internet.  MERV allows students & parents to receive individualized counseling on all aspects of the student financial aid process.  MERV is equipped to provide services to the handicapped.

348.  MORTON Independent School District, www.MortonISD.Net  Vicki.Rice@MortonISD.Net & Judy.Williams@MortonISD.Net & Julie.McLendon@MortonISD.Net  Early high school completion leading directly into technical/workforce classes through South Plains College & Upward Bound Program at South Plains College, Chris Riley (CRiley@SouthPlainsCollege.edu)  40+ year legacy of educational enrichment, mentoring, support & encouragement for first-generation college students. Teachers Alyson.Albus@MortonISD.Net; John.Hodges@MortonISD.Net

349.  MOTLEY COUNTY Independent School District/Matador, www.MotleyCo.org & Shelley Cox (ShelleyC@MotleyCo.org).  Partnership with Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com)  Collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs.  To encourage Motley County ISD students to begin a program of higher education, either in a college or university or a program leading to a degree or certification:  $1,000 scholarship for each Motley County student who completes the application & provides all information required by the annual deadline; up to five $8,000 scholarships for students who score 90% of 4 (3.6) or above on a matrix that includes scholarship (cumulative GPA & ACT score), leadership roles, extracurricular activities at Motley County ISD, hand-written essay, community activity, work history & letters of recommendation:  ASeigrist@MotleyCo.org & Counselor TommyG@MotleyCo.org

350 - 352.  MULESHOE

350.  Dillman Elementary, Deshazo Elementary, Watson Junior High & Muleshoe High Schools, www.MuleshoeISD.Net & Teacher Val McCamish (VMcCamish@MuleshoeISD.Net) & Counselor Faye Parks (FParks@MuleshoeISD.Net).  Also, Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Nicole Fletcher:  NFletcher@MuleshoeISD.Net or 806-272-7349.  Teachers April Smith (ASmith@MuleshoeISD.Net); Jennifer Gresham (JGresham@MuleshoeISD.Net); Philip Hall (PHall@MuleshoeISD.Net); & Sharon Villa (SVilla@MuleshoeISD.Net)

351.  Muleshoe Workforce Solutions Career Center www.SPWorkForce.org & Alayna.Capps@SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more):  students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:  www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.  

352.  South Plains College Extension Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu & Connie Kenmore (CKenmore@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) at 806-272-3346 or 806-566-7798; also, Dr. Jim Walker (JWalker@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or Kasey Reyes (KReyes@SouthPlainsCollege.edu).  Interactive TV classes, workforce development & nursing courses (new LVN option beginning Fall 2009).  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.  Location:  612 W. 2nd St., Muleshoe, Texas.

353.  NEW DEAL Independent School District, www.NewDealISD.Net Trisha Williams (TrishaW@NewDealISD.Net) & Nancy Pugh (NancyP@NewDealISD.Net)  Providing every student a quality education at the highest level of academic skill by meeting individual needs, building positive character, challenging all minds & promoting lifelong learning in a safe environment; promoting partnerships that increase parental involvement & participation in promoting social, emotional & academic growth of children.  Also, [1] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students with funds to continue post-secondary education/training; aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations.  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org); & [2] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Andrew.Canham@TTU.edu with Principal Dr. Jerry Adams (JWAdams@NewDealISD.Net).  Teacher Deanna Moore (DeannaM@NewDealISD.Net).

354.  NEW HOME Independent School District, www.NewHomeISD.org & Kelly Bailey (KBailey@ESC17.Net) or 806-924-7543, x. 22  Students Today, Leaders Tomorrow, Leopards Forever!  Counselor Pam Wheeless (PWheeless@ESC17.Net).

355.  O’DONNELL Independent School District, www.ODonnell.ESC17.Net & Kathy Barton (KBarton@ESC17.Net) & Pam Wilson (PWilson@ESC17.Net) or 806-428-3247, Life-long learning through a well-rounded education with high expectations (of faculty & of students) — to help each child develop into a person capable of adjusting successfully to life in a changing society.

356.  OLTON High School, www.OltonISD-ESC17.Net  Angie Martin:  AngiMartin@OltonISD-ESC17.Net or 806-285-2691, x. 244 & Cathy Forrest (CForrest@OltonISD-ESC17.Net).  Teacher Brandon West (BWest@OltonISD-ESC17.Net).

357.  PADUCAH Independent School District, www.PaducahISD.org & Troy Parton (TParton@PaducahISD.org) & Erika Moore (EMoore@PaducahISD.org) or 806-492-3524 or 806-492-2009, x. 2508.  Where every dragon soars!  Partnership with Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com) & Cap Rock Telephone’s collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs.

358.  PATTON SPRINGS Independent School District/Afton, www.PattonSprings.Net  Cristy McClenny (CristyMc@PattonSprings.Net) & Larry McClenny (LarryMc@PattonSprings.Net) or 806-689-2220.  Helping kids learn with technology.  Partnership with Cap Rock Telephone, 1-800-692-4242, www.CapRock-Spur.com  Barbara Bogart (BBogart@CapRock-Spur.com)  Collaboration with schools in Crosbyton, Guthrie, Jayton, Matador, Paducah, Patton Springs, Spur & Valley — cultivating new GO Centers & providing GO Center support through personal visits & sharing education-rich resources such as GO Kit & GO Center Training Handbook CDs; Cool Jobs, Reel Life & When I Go to College (Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood resources with teacher modules, posters & grade-to-grade transition songs) DVDs.

359.  PETERSBURG Elementary School & Petersburg High School, www.PetersburgISD.Net  Sidney Nichols:  SNichols@PetersburgISD.Net or 806-667-3574, x. 322.  Teacher Nancy Horn (NHorn@PetersburgISD.Net).

360.  PLAINS High School, www.PlainsISD.Net  Science Teacher Brad Friesen (BFriesen@PlainsISD.Net) & Principal Jim Baum (JBaum@PlainsISD.Net).  Also, partnership with Drs. Victoria.Howle@TTU.edu & Brock.Williams@TTU.edu & Jerry.Dwyer@TTU.edu & Jeffrey.Lee@TTU.edu & Tara.Stevens@TTU.edu  Summer math academy concurrently on the Texas Tech campus and at Plains High School. A total of 28 students participated. They heard research mathematicians and scientists present their work in a form accessible to the K-12 level. Students worked with faculty on small research projects and the program concluded with a banquet, a career panel and student presentations of their work. The academy is part of the department’s mission of mathematical outreach to the South Plains community and is funded by the Texas Workforce Commission and the Mathematical Association of America through its TENSOR/SUMMA program for attracting diverse populations into the mathematical sciences.  A primary lecture series ⿿Illuminating Geometry: The Shape of Reality⿝ was delivered by Dr. Lee.  Teachers KMarin@PlainsISD.Net & Pamela Bean (PBean@PlainsISD.Net).

361- 363.  PLAINVIEW

361.  Plainview High School, www.Plainview.K12.TX.US  Principal Lisa.Kersh@Plainview.K12.TX.US or 806-296-4050.  Providing student-success enrichment:  academic organizations (National Honor Society, Academic Decathalon, National Technical Honor Society & others), advanced academics (27 pre-Advanced Placement & AP classes, 13 dual-credit courses through South Plains College; concurrent enrollment with Wayland Baptist University at the PHS site, 55 Tech Prep articulated courses) & academic interventions (tutorials, early-release/intervention where eligible students earn the privilege for two hours of early release per six-week period; PLATO credit recovery, grade-level team collaboration & TAKS classes); success in college initiatives:  PEP-Plainview Education Partnership with WBU through the United Way (in ‘08 120 students qualified for 15 semester hours of free tuition at WBU).  LEARN Programs Inc provides college-preparation services through Government Economics classes.  College Prep Class for seniors:  field trip to SPC, 55 colleges & military branches to campus for College & Career Day, High School Allotment Fund for free PLAN & ACT testing; Freshmen Learning Center:  core classes taught in a separate area of school, two closed-campus lunches, freshman summer orientation:  four opportunities for parents to visit with teachers; home visits; mentoring/tutoring by WBU students.  Positive Behavior Support:  students are rewarded with tickets to redeem, recognized for good behavior:  parents get a call congratulating them & the student.  Also, Plainview Independent School District through LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Gloria Salazar-Jimenez (GJimenez@LEARNPrograms.org).  Teachers Linda.Strickland@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Pam.Kennedy@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Jodie.Meek@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Jana.McCoy@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Whit.Hunt@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Terry.Nelson@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Debbie.Raymond@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Mario.Munoz@Plainview.K12.TX.US; Richard.Desoto@Plainview.K12.TX.US; & Terry.Nelson@Plainview.K12.TX.US

362.  Plainview Workforce Solutions Career Center, www.SPWorkForce.org & Brenda.Cox@SPWorkForce.org or 806-765-5038.  Money!  for school, college & more:  for youth with economic or behavioral challenges:  14-18 yr. olds (in-school & follow-up resources):  paid summer employment; high school & post-secondary education assistance (bus passes, gas, medical- & community-services referrals, glasses, shoes for sports; money management, career opportunities, preparing for college — financial aid, applications, entrance exams, college directories & degree options; childcare to enable youth to work or go to school & more): students’ success:  18-21 yr. olds childcare, rent utilities, jobs (if  seeking employment, college or attending college — funds for tuition, books, working clothes, tools, fuel); employers of people with disabilities:  50 percent reimbursement for certain employees’ wages:  Terecita.Ortiz@SPWorkForce.org; unskilled, unemployed, uninsured youth &/or family:  case-managed program with training & guidance (includes tuition, training, fees, books, supplies, scrubs, tools for eligible prospects/students).  Anyone:  ask about grants for financial assistance, utility bills, clothes; get volunteers for your causes; free workshops, training & assistance for job seekers (access to computers for job searches, mock interviews, assistance for youth 17-18 yr. old in finding part-time jobs; list of agencies that provide vouchers for weekly food boxes.  Unemployed job-seekers:  educational expense (tuition, fees, books, supplies, free workshops, instruction &/or training about job interviews, establishing a work history, completing job applications); free aptitude & interest tests on Tuesdays & Fridays; literacy test to determine aptitudes & to suggest college readiness; presentations for youth/adults about getting & retaining employment while avoiding or transitioning out of public assistance (how to interview for a job, proper work attire, resume writing, required occupational training/education); employer-funded job-placement & mentoring services for eligible high school students:  Mary.Mojica@SPWorkForce.org  Also:   www.WorkInTexas.com for career & job exploration.

363.  South Plains College Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Gracie Quinonez (GQuinonez@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or CLewis@SouthPlainsCollege.edu  Arts & sciences transfer courses, interactive TV classes, cosmetology, nursing & workforce development courses.  Admissions, career counseling & advisement, financial aid advisement services available.  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.

364.  POST High School, www.Post.K12.TX.US & Beverly Byrne (BByrne@Post.K12.TX.US) or 806-495-2770, x. 204 with emerging plans for a G-Force Team.  College Readiness Counselor Pat Lacewell (PLacewell@SBCGlobal.Net) & Teachers Dianne Griffin (DGriffin@Post.K12.TX.US) & MMoore@Post.K12.TX.US.

365.  RALLS High School, www.Ralls.ESC17.Net & www.YOUniversityTV.com   Amy Feaster/Vicki Ellison:  AmyF@ESC17.Net or VickiE@ESC17.Net & Amber Proctor (AProctor@Aol.com) or 806-253-0329.  Also, Ralls Elementary, Middle School High Schools & Recovery Educational Campus, www.Ralls.ESC17.Net & http://Tools.Ralls.ESC17/Net/Webs/EDGE  Ralls ISD Mentoring Program EDGE:  Enthusiasm & Determination Guarantee Excellence:  Selenda Cumby (SCumby@ESC17.Net) & Carolyn Chote (CarolynC@ESC17.Net or 806-253-0329).  Since 2005 providing at-risk youth with the support & resources to help them develop into productive, responsible & successful citizens — by focusing on consistent, long-term, well-supervised relationships with adults … yielding a wide variety of long-range tangible benefits for the community.  School-based one-to-one mentoring at the elementary & middle-school campuses; after-school, small-group mentoring “Crew Classes” — through donors, volunteers & support from businesses, community organizations & individuals (including other GO Centers such as the Lubbock Area Foundation, Rotary Club, Girl Scouts, & WorkForce Solutions).   Little Rooms project for special-needs infants & toddlers: 2′x2′x1′ boxes (designed by Texas Tech University engineering students, constructed by Ralls High School students & sold as a school district fund raiser) filled with cognitive-enriching items for babies to look at, touch & learn about: DLogan@ESC17.Net  Also, Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Kathy Givens:  KGivens@ESC17.Net or 806-253-0329.  And participation of kindergarteners in South Plains College Kids College.  Teachers Kathylyn Sedgwick (KSedg@ESC17.Net) & Rebekah Hutton (RHutton@ESC17.Net).

366.  ROOSEVELT Elementary School, www.Roosevelt.K12.TX.US, Damon McCall (DMcCall@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US or 806-842-3282).  Also, Roosevelt Independent School District, www.Roosevelt.K12.TX.US through [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Donna Fickes (DFickes@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US) or 806-842-3590, x. 110; & [2] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassadors Sofia.Rodriguez@TTU.edu & Dr. Jan.Childress@TTU.edu with Principal Jim Bob Hobbs (JHobbs@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US).  Counselors Tracye McCallister (McCallister@Roosevelt.K12.TX.us), Lisa Ritter (LRitter@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US) & Misty Watt (MWatt@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US).  Teachers Christina Perez (CPerez@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US) & Carlen Cagle (CCagle@Roosevelt.K12.TX.US).

367.  ROPESVILLE  Ropes Independent School District, www.RopesISD.com & Counselor Dr. Charlotte Smith (CSmith@ESC17.Net) & Teacher Jeanie McCormick (JeanieMc@ESC17.Net).  PRIDE:  Patience, Respect, Integrity, Dependability & Effort.  Partnership with LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org).

368.  SANDS Consolidated Independent School District/Ackerly, http://Sands.ESC17.Net  Superintendent Wayne Blount (WaBlount@ESC17.Net) & Principal Zaida Bilbo (ZBilbo@ESC17.Net).  Abundance of engaging Web site resources for students (with topics such as science, English, social studies, math & computers) & for teachers (including TEA Teacher Resources, Discovery Videos, Helping Children Learn Math, Discovery School, eSchool-Math Achievement, WebQuests, Busy Teacher’s K-12 Cyber Guides, Landmarks for Schools & more).

369 – 394.  SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING & MATHEMATICS

369.  Achievement Rewards for College Scientists — Lubbock Chapter, www.ARCSFoundation.org  & Kathy Stocco (Kathy@LubbockAreaFoundation.org) Improving the world by Advancing Science in America – because fewer than 10% of the world’s scientists & engineers are US citizens (90% of the world’s scientists & engineers are Asians); only 50% of US engineering degrees are now awarded to US citizens; there are only 70,000 US engineering alumni (compared to 350,000 in India & 600,000 in China).  Since 1972, 66 local ARCS members have given $1.5+M to 613 scholars at Lubbock Christian University, Texas Tech University & TTU Health Sciences Center.

370.  Agricultural Sciences & Natural Resources, www.CASNR.TTU.edu & Rachel.Bobbitt@TTU.edu or 806-742-2808.  Congressional & legislative internships in Wash., DC, for students.  Order or replicate “Plant the Seed” supplies & information for effective outreach to community groups & first generation college families.  Excellent academic preparation for dynamic careers/professions:  future biotechnologists, physicians, attorneys, environmental scientists, business owners, business managers, journalists, architects, turf specialists (for professional sports teams & golf courses) & more.     

371.  American Wind Power Center, www.Windmill.com & Coy F. Harris (CHarris@Windmill.com), Glenn R. Patton (Glenn@Windmill.com) or 806-747-8734.  A museum of wind power from the common to the unusual.  Windsmith entrepreneurial & educational training for business & industry; school programs, tour groups, covered patio & outdoor observation areas available for rent (for weddings, private parties, company, school or civic events), museum store (custom art work, books, educational CD for kids; award-winning DVD documentary, models or full-sized windmills, clothing, hats, pins, iron work & more); windmill park, 164′ Vestas win turbine, art & model gallery & historic mural — one of US’ largest murals. 

372.  Angelo State University, www.Angelo.edu  Touching tomorrow.  Dr. J. Kelly.McCoy@Angelo.edu or 325-942-2189, x. 246.  National Science Foundation grant to attract first generation college students into science and research

373.  Education Revolution  Innovative partnership with Wester Elementary School, www.LubbockISD.org/Wester (or www.LubbockISD.org & select “Schools” near the top of the Web page) through former Principal Julee Becker (JBecker@LubbockISD.org) & Retired Principal Ed Mullins (EMullins@LubbockISD.org):  Transformation of higher education by transdisciplinary integration of theory and applied learning at three levels:  public school, community college and four-year university (meaningful, applied, hands-on math & science enrichment; for older students’ learning/career ladder & more).  Seamless automotive curriculum since March 2007:  from Lubbock Independent School District high school diploma to Associate of Applied Science from South Plains College and to Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas Tech University:  www.TSTEM.TTU.edu  Dr.  Timothy.Maxwell@TTU.edu (806-742-3563, x. 248); Gary Ham (GHam@SouthPlainsCollege.edu or 806-894-9611,. x 2296); Rob Blair (RBlair@SouthPlainsCollege.edu); Toni Christian & Blake Rieber (806-766-6651); Jim Lowder, PE (JELowder@NTS-OnLine.Net).  Ask Dr. Alice.White@TTU.edu for a copy of Applying Principles of Axiomatic Design to a Transdisciplinary Academic Program to Educate Skilled Workers for all Levels of the Automotive Industry by Dr. Derrick.Tate@TTU.edu & Dr.  Timothy.Maxwell@TTU.edu & GHam@SouthPlainsCollege.edu & RBlair@SouthPlainsCollege.edu & Terri.Patterson@LubbockEDA.org & Dr. Dean.Fontenot@TTU.edu & Dr. John.Chandler@TTU.edu  Also, reading collaboration with www.CrackerBarrel.com

374.  Engineering!  www.Depts.TTU.edu/COE & Rosa.Gallegos@TTU.edu or 806-742-3451.  Build your future.  Make it big.  Blend math, science & creative thinking to design solutions that better society & transform the world – from building strong cities to advancing healthcare, from revolutionizing entertainment & saving the environment to expanding mankind’s knowledge of the cosmos.  Engineering is limitless as your dreams.  Dynamic choices:  Chemical, Civil & Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical & Computer, Technology, Industrial, Mechanical & Petroleum.  Undergraduate research:  Virtual Reality Systems (effects of optic flow on systems’ users), “zero” emissions & “green” chemistry manufacturing; working with the largest test-well facility located on university property in the US.  Also, Wind Science, Pulsed Power & Power Electronics, Nano Tech Center.  Starting salaries for graduates range from $45K-$95K including incentives (in a variety of fields:  aerospace, gaming, automotive, pharmaceuticals, robotics, petroleum, electronics, transportation government, research organizations & more).

375.  Construction Engineering, www.Depts.TTU.edu/ETec & Dr. Mukaddes.Darwish@TTU.edu  Women in engineering spokesperson for schools & community events; partnership with Crosbyton Consolidated Independent School District (www.BuildGreenSchools.org) & advisor for Collegiate G-Force / TTU student organization www.USGreenBuildingCouncil.com  Students & other community leaders working to make green buildings available to everyone within a generation (www.GreenHomeGuide.org & www.GreenBuildExpo.org) through energy efficient & environmentally friendly building block made from recycled short-fiber cellulose, Portland cement, water & an organic curing agent ad-mixture:  www.MasonGreenstar.com GREENSTAR BLOX (Trade Mark): cinder-block shape (8″ x 8″ x 16″) weighs 17 lbs.; adobe shape (10″ x 14″ x 4″) weights 8 lbs.; doubles or triples the insulation value compared to conventional wood frame; no “off-gassing” health-risk products, twice the strength but only 1/3 the weight of cinder block; non-combustible; water, mold, ballistic & termite/rodent resistant; acoustic barrier, consumer friendly:  uses recycled newspapers, lottery tickets, office documents & phone books — during manufacturing & construction.

376.  GEAR (Get Excited About Robotics) Outreach, www.Depts.TTU/ECE:  Richard.Gale@TTU.edu or 806-742-3463.  West Texas’ Best K-12 engineering projects.

377.  Harmony Science Academy/Lubbock, www.HSALubbock.org & Atilla Hafizoglu (AHafizoglu@HarmonyTX.org) or 806-4445-6881.  Free K-12 college preparatory school:  math, computer, science, robotics, athletics, field trips, home visits to increase parent involvement & annual school-wide science fair giving each student a chance to solve his or her own science mystery by doing a mandatory science project.

378.  IDEAL!  Institute for the Development & Enrichment of Advanced Learners, www.Depts.TTU.edu/Diversity & Martha.Hise@TTU.edu or 806-742-2420.  Award-winning, dynamic, experiential programs for high-achieving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade:  Super Saturdays (ungraded classes for students entering Kindergarten through 7th grade); Shake Hands with Your Future (summer academic enrichment camp for students entering grades 4 through 11); Science:  It’s a Girl Thing (introduces young girls to the exciting prospects of a career in science — for grades 4 & 5); Texas Tech Summer Institute for 53 rising juniors from Eunice, Jal, Tatum, Lovington & Hobbs in Lea County, New Mexico (funded by the J.F. Maddox Foundation); Run on the Wind:  Engineering A Clean Tomorrow (sponsored by the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, IDEAL, Texas Workforce Commission, T-STEM Center, Wind Science & Engineering Research Center, Center for the Integration of Science Education & Research):  kids will make their own wind turbine & will windsail at Reese Technology Center; and Building a College-Going Community for Iles, Wheatley, Rise Academy & Harwell Elementary schools.  Connecting GO Centers to sources of G-Force youth grants through http://YSA.org/Award & other resources help G-Force & other youth to change the world:  www.GYSD.org

379.  Math, Alive! www.WTMSMP.Math.TTU.edu & Jerry.Dwyer@TTU.edu  South Plains Mathematics Scholars Program helps academically talented students from low-income families defy the constraints associated with their financial situations (for 12 incoming freshmen/year for up to $10K/year in scholarships for undergraduate study leading to a degree in math).  And, West Texas Middle School Mathematics Partnership:  a pioneering effort to transform middle school math in West Texas:  partnerships among higher education institutions, an independent school district & three Texas Educational Service Center Regions:  serving 15,168 teachers with 199,584 students across 84,000 square miles of West Texas — to help selected math teachers in their ability to teach math to diverse student populations (via math teachers’ completing a three-week/3-semester hour graduate-level mathematics course work each summer for 3 consecutive summers at a near-by university; includes $3K annual stipends).  Also, Building Bridges among graduate students (doing research in science, engineering, math or technology), junior high & high school students & Kindergarten through 12th-grade teachers through a creative, interdisciplinary team:  Dominick.Casadonte@TTU.edu

380.  Medical Physics Training Programs, William.Kubricht@TTU.edu or 806-790-3396.  Career-ladder associate’s dosimetry degree leading to under/graduate-level science degrees in high-need, cancer-treatment technical careers & doctoral-level medical physics profession.

381.  Plains B Baccalaureate Program, www.TIEHH.TTU.edu  TTU partnership with South Plains College through a $1.08M grant from the National Institutes of Health :  Dr. Jaclyn.E.Canas@TIEHH.TTU.edu  Providing tools for college to underrepresented students in the sciences & helping those students to transfer from SPC to TTU.  Also, Advisors for the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos & Native Americans in Science, www.SACNAS.org Grady Price Blount, PhD, Dean, College of Sciences, Angelo State University (Grady.Blount@Angelo.edu or 325-942-2526 or 361-765-1963) & Dr. Jaclyn.E.Canas@TIEHH.TTU.edu TTU.

382.  PoWERS!  www.PoWERS.TTU.edu & Dr. Caryl.Heintz@TTU.edu or 806-742-3833.  National Science Foundation advance-paid grant supporting the collaborative Partnership of Women in Engineering, Research & Science to enhance & augment existing recruiting, retention & promotion efforts for women faculty – by adopting proven strategies from successful NSF-ADVANCE universities:  recruiting program, two-component mentoring program; mandatory, third-year pre-tenure & promotion review; more effective exit interview.  PoWERS departments are in the Texas Tech University College of Engineering (Chemical, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical, Engineering Technology, Industrial, Mechanical & Petroleum), in the College of Arts & Sciences (Biology, Chemistry & Biochemistry, Physics & Geosciences) & in the TTU Health Sciences Center School of Pharmacy (Pharmacy Practice & Pharmaceutical Sciences) & in the School of Medicine (Family Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology, Internal Medicine & Pediatrics).  PoWERS is a central repository for campus-based, childcare facility research, a high-priority need of women faculty:  Robin.Gamble@TTU.edu

383.  Science Exploration Academy Summer Camp, www.TTUHSC.edu/CIMA/ScienceSummerCamp.aspx & Kathy.Milner@TTUHSC.edu  Week-long camp increases awareness & interest in science & health by introducing Dunbar Math & Science Academy middle-school students to various medical subjects, curricula & experiments — along with a visit to Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (where they meet health professionals).  Middle-school students experience an up-close look at first-class, top-notch health care work & teaching environment.

384.  Science Spectrum, Museum & OMNI Theater, www.ScienceSpectrum.org & Tasha Teel (Tasha@ScienceSpectrum.org) or 806-745-25.  A non-profit museum dedicated to science education and informal learning through exhibits, educational events, science classes and camps, live science shows, traveling outreach programs and films in the OMNI Theater.  The museum regularly hosts traveling exhibitions, and topics have ranged from ancient Egypt and Dinosaurs, to Crime Scene Investigation Forensic Science and even real Titanic artifacts.  Several public and school-group events including Nano Day, Space Day, Women in Science Endeavors, CritterFest, MindFest, and the Spooky Science Carnival have all become local favorites.  And Virtual Field Trip collaboration (www.ESC17.Net/default.aspx?name=tech.ITVrequest or ITV@ESC17.Net or 806-281-5815) with Texas Virtual School Network, www.TXVSN.org & TXVSNCentral@TXVSN.org or 1-866-938-9876.

385.  South Plains College Byron Martin Advanced Technology Center, www.SouthPlainsCollege.edu or Rafael Aguilera (RAguilera@SouthPlainsCollege.edu) or DSalinas@SouthPlainsCollege.edu  SPC offers eight technical education programs at the Byron Martin ATC, including business, computer information, real esate, office occupations, automotive service technology, & fire technology, in addition to a variety of academic transfer courses.  Tech Prep credit available for Lubbock ISD technical courses (www.LubbockISD.org/ATC) taught at the Byron Martin ATC.  Careers for tomorrow with opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.  Teacher Brenda Olden (BMcFrazier@HotMail.com).

386.  Texas Medical Association, www.TMACares.com or Gail.Schatte@TexMed.org or 1-800-880-1300, x. 1600 or 512-370-1600.  Annual cash awards of $5,000/winner for exceptional science teachers; $2,000/school of winning teachers.  Since 1990, cash awards have been given to elementary (K-5), middle (6-8), & high school (9-12) teachers who exhibit a personal commitment & enthusiasm for teaching science.  Each of the three winners receives $5,000 & an expense-paid trip to TMA’s annual conference for the presentation ceremony in May.  October nomination deadline.  Multiple nominations are welcomed for teachers, who exemplify excellence in any area of science.  TMA accepts & encourages self-nominations.

387.  Texas Middle School Math and Science Initiative (MS2):  www.Educ.TTU.edu/MS2  Earn a Master’s degree in Math & Science in three years.  Ask about no-charge tuition & fees:  MS2.TexasTech@GMail.com or Esther.Lucey@TTU.edu or 806-742-1998, x. 271.

388.  The Center for Biotechnology & Genomics, www.Orgs.TTU.edu/BiotechnologyAndGenomics & Dr. Susan.San-Francisco@TTU.edu  Facilitating research partnerships in biochemistry, molecular biology & genetics via cooperative ties with academic institutions, federal laboratories & companies in Texas & throughout the region.  Master of Science degree in Biotechnology (to apply for applied sciences track:  www.Depts.TTU.edu/GradSchool or bio-medical track:  www.TTUHSC.edu/GSBS/Biotechnology) & joint MS/JD degree in conjunction with the TTU School of Law:  Dr. David.Knaff@TTU.edu

389.  The ConocoPhillips Academic Success Bridge Program, www.Depts.TTU.edu/COE/Prospective/Bridge.php  Dynamic, effective retention program for admitted TTU engineering freshmen:  John.Rivera@TTU.edu

390.  T-STEM Center:  www.TSTEM.TTU.edu and Dr. Dean.Fontenot@TTU.edu and Beccy.Hambright@TTU.edu Encouraging & getting young people excited about the wonders of science & engineering.  Supporting science, technology, engineering & mathematics education through teacher-training workshops (using hands-on, standards-based professional development experiences — via engineering design approaches that are innovative & fun) & student/ career hands-on, motivational & enrichment opportunities in the classroom and through dynamic, extra-curricular learning activities (such as summer camp that’s a blast for students 14 to 18-years old, July/August at Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, USA: www.TStem.TTU.edu/EngineeringCamp Students learn more about science, technology, engineering and math while designing, building and launching their own high-flying rockets).  T-STEM partnership with the Texas Alliance for Minorities in Engineering:  www.TAME.org & Shari.Getz@Mail.UTexas.edu or 512-471-6100:  Every K-12 student with educational experiences necessary to pursue a career in science, technology, engineering & mathematics.

391.  Undergraduate Research, www.UnderGraduateResearch.TTU.edu & Jeannie.Diaz@TTU.edu

392.  Visit a Molecular Laboratory:  students of all ages are welcome.  www.TTUHSC.edu & Dr. Lori.RiceSpearman@TTUHSC.edu or 806-743-3255.

393.  WebEx, www.WebEx.com & Rusty Bryan (RBryan@CISCO.com) or 512-378-1868.  Make online collaboration part of your strategy.  Empower people throughout your organization to reach farther & complete projects faster.  Optimize your processes & effectiveness, reduce costs, achieve even greater success by adapting technology to address your unique challenges & opportunities.

394.  West Texas Association for Women in Science, www.CISER.TTU.edu/WIS & Dr. Celine.Godard@TTU.edu  Since 2008, envisioning & working toward a day when women will participate fully in sciences, technology, engineering & mathematics as manifested through equal opportunity, pay equity & recognition commensurate with their accomplishments.

395.  SEAGRAVES Independent School District, www.SeagravesISD.Net & Teacher Rocquelle.Hunter@SeagravesISD.Net  Skyward to success.  Producing students who are self-motivated to set goals & experience success, have positive self-esteem emphasizing honesty, integrity, dignity & who are loyal to self, school & country through a comprehensive curriculum in a safe environment which involves positive, whole-hearted commitment by faculty, home & community & will provide knowledge & skills for a smooth transition from a religious, multicultural, petroleum community into an every-changing world.  Counselor Scott.Harmon@SeagravesISD.Net & Teacher Marilyn.Low@SeagravesISD.Net

396.  SEMINOLE High School, www.SeminoleISD.Net  Counselor Kim Dierschke:  KDierschke@Seminole.K12.TX.US  Including Seminole Success Center, www.SeminoleISD.Net & select “Campuses” from the top menu & then “Success Center” from left-hand menu.  Marla Childers (MChilders@Seminole.K12.TX.US) or 432-758-2772.  Creating a vision of a bright future through alternative education for students (16 years & older):  preventing drop-outs through accelerated curriculum that allows students to finish early.  Providing a structured alternate placement for students who have encountered discipline problems.  Success Center Counselor Amy Stegall (AStegall@Seminole.K12.TX.US) or 432-758-2772 & Teachers JFleming@Seminole.K12.TX.US;  LTabor@Seminole.K12.TX.US

397 - 398.  SHALLOWATER

397.  Shallowater — Boys and Girls Club, www.BGCA.org  Robin Campbell RCampbell@ShallowaterISD.org

398.  Shallowater High School, www.ShallowaterISD.Net  Carol Johnson:  CJohnson@ShallowaterISD.Net & Jim Jones:  JJones@ShallowaterISD.Net or 806-832-4535 & Nita Loyd (NLoyd@ShallowaterISD.Net).  G-Force Coordinator:  Cienna Carthel:  CCarthel@ShallowaterISD.Net  And Shallowater Elementary School, www.ShallowaterISD.Net  Kamber Smith (KSmith@ShallowaterISD.Net) or 806-832-4633, x. 2806.  Also, Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Joe.MacLean@TTU.edu with Principal Tom Johnson (TJohnson@ShallowaterISD.Net).  And Shallowater Elementary, Intermediate & Middle Schools through [1] Communities In Schools, www.CISSouthPlains.org  Helping kids stay in school & prepare for life.  Eloise Vigil:  EVigil@ShallowaterISD.Net or 806-832-4531, x. 2160; & [2] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org).  Teachers TElliott@ShallowaterISD.Net; CNowlin@ShallowaterISD.Net; TDennis@ShallowaterISD.Net; MKing@ShallowaterISD.Net; TCarr@ShallowaterISD.Net; KWarren@ShallowaterISD.Net; & SBarber@ShallowaterISD.Net

399 – 400.  SLATON  Earl Powell Community Center, 325 E. Power St. www.HungersHope.org through South Plains Food Bank Kids’ Cafe:  Tammy Hester (THester@SPFB.org): nourishment for the body, mind & soul – breaking the poverty cycle, preventing stunted physical growth & avoiding stunted mental development through healthy food.

400.  Slaton High School, www.SlatonISD.Net & Dana Wright (DWright@SlatonISD.Net) or 806-828-5833, x. 203 & Teachers Lynn Melton (LMelton@SlatonISD.Net), Jesse Thomas (JThomas@SlatonISD.Net).  Also, [1] LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  David Bosquez (DBosquez@LEARNPrograms.org); & [2] Senior Staff Ambassadors, www.TTU.edu/StudentAffairs  Proactively engaging with area high school principals – mutually discovering win-win collaborative opportunities to benefit schools, students, families & surrounding community:  Ambassador Dave.Kraus@TTU.edu with Principal Chris Kennedy (CKennedy@SlatonISD.Net).  Teachers Jack Rex (JRex@SlatonISD.Net) & Alicia Gonzales (AGonzales@SlatonISD.Net) & Assistant Superintendent Margaret Conner (MPConner@SlatonISD.Net)

401.  SMYER Independent School District, www.Smyer-ISD.Net Principal Bruce Cunningham (BCunningham@Smyer-ISD.org) & Sarah Morrison (SMorrison@Smyer-ISD.org) or 806-234-2935.  A diversified system characterized by quality, equity, character & accountability.  All students will acquire the knowledge & skills necessary to be productive members of a global world.  Also, LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Lee St. Dennis LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org).  Teachers Belinda Maye (BMaye@Smyer-ISD.org) & Lori Fuller (LFuller@Smyer-ISD.org).

402.  SOUTHLAND Independent School District, www.SouthlandISD.Net Bethany Miller (BMiller@SouthlandISD.Net), Librarian & Federal Programs.

403.  SPRINGLAKE-EARTH Independent School District, www.Springlake-Earth.org & Denver Crum (DCrum@Springlake-Earth.org), Sharon Williams (SWilliams@Springlake-Earth.org), Cindy Furr (CFurr@Springlake-Earth.org), Mike Ritchie (MRitchie@Springlake-Earth.org) & Liz Anthony (LAnthony@Springlake-Earth.org) or 806-257-3310.  Our school, our choices, our future.  Counselor’s info link with college & career information & US colleges & universities.  Teacher receiving Mini-Grants for Teachers from the Lubbock Area Foundation.  Interviews with alumni from 1930s through the most recent graduates.  Also, collaborative partnership with LEARN Programs, Inc., Educational Talent Search, www.LEARNPrograms.org  Aiding financially deprived students by providing funds to continue post-secondary education/training;  aiding youths and adults in beginning, furthering & generally pursuing their education & affording them the opportunity to improve their educational, social & economic situations:  Lee St. Dennis (LStDennis@LEARNPrograms.org) &Teachers JBills@Springlake-Earth.org & KWest@Springlake-Earth.org

404.  SPUR High School, www.SpurBulldogs.com  Lea Howell (LHowell@ESC17.Net) or 806-271-3385, x. 2009.  College Readiness Counselor KAOwen@Caprock-Spur.com & Teacher Debbi Ball (DBall@ESC17.Net).

405.  SUDAN HIGH SCHOOL, www.SudanISD.Net & LanetteWhitley@SudanISD.Net  Providing the best education for every student, believing that every student can learn & that it is every educator’s duty to provide the instruction & resources to best achieve learning.  Through classroom instruction & extracurricular activities, Sudan High School provides every student with a rich learning environment & the resources to become a responsible citizen.  Counselor LeslieShaw@SudanISD.Net & Teacher DJProvence@SudanISD.Net

406.  SUNDOWN Independent School District, www.SundownISD.com & Cindy Everett (CEverett@SundownISD.com).  Excellence!  Whatever it Takes!!”  Students acquiring critical academic & lifelong learning skills.  Preparing our children to be productive in a changing future necessitates an excellent education system that involves parents & community members in the education & character development of all students – with highest levels of quality, accountability for demonstrated results & continuous improvement.  Teacher Jake Robertson (JRobertson@SundownISD.com)  & Counselor Vicki Spiegel (VSpiegel@SundownISD.com).

407.  TAHOKA Middle School & High School, www.Tahoka.ESC17.Net & Ellen Fant (Fant@POKA.com), Teacher Donna Stone (DStone@Tahoka.ESC17.Net) & Counselor Shelly Stone (SMStone@Tahoka.ESC17.Net) or 806-561-5285.  Students today, leaders tomorrow:  Middle School Bulldogs yearning for learning.  Tahoka High School creates an educational environment of responsibility with strong school, parent & community relationship.  Opportunities for academic growth, citizenship with graduates prepared to be positive contributors to society.  Teachers Marietta Decker (MDecker@Tahoka.ESC17.Net) & Corey Cunningham (Cunningham@Tahoka.ESC17.Net).

408.  WELLMAN-UNION Consolidated Independent School District, http://Wellman.ESC17.Net & Shauna Youngblood (SYoungblood@ESC17.Net).  Committed to Excellence in Education – by educating the young people of our community to become productive members of our constantly changing society.  All students will be provided opportunities for the development of essential academic skills & opportunities to go far beyond the essentials.  To the extent of their individual abilities, students will be provided the opportunity to think logically, independently & creatively … to & communicate effectively.  Emphasis is placed on quality of personnel & instruction.

409.  WHITEFACE Consolidated Independent School District, www.Whiteface.K12.TX.US & Tech Prep teacher Carrie.Young@WhitefaceSchool.Net & Counselor Cindie.Walker@WhitefaceSchool.Net & Teacher JayEllen.Wilson@WhitefaceSchool.net & Administrative Secretary Sharon.Duesterhaus@WhitefaceSchool.Net & Superintendent Elbert.Wuthrich@WhitefaceSchool.Net or 806-287-1104.  Teacher Kevin.Coen@WhitefaceSchool.Net

410.  WHITHARRAL Independent School District, www.Whitharral.K12.TX.US & Nancy Paris (NParis@Whitharral.K12.TX.US  Commitment to Excellence!  Students are the number one priority of the educational process.  All students will develop the ability to think logically & independently, as well as communicate effectively, in order to develop an understanding of social, economic & moral responsibilities.  180 K-12 students – including many transfer students from area towns.  Town was named for Dr. Whitfield Harral (“Whit”), who established the town in 1924.  The Rodgers family donated land for a school & a cemetery.  Whitharral ISD began as a one-room school with six children in 1925.

411.  WILSON Independent School District, http://Wilson.ESC17.Net & Amber Sutton (ASutton@ESC17.Net).  Instilling a love for lifelong learning in our students.  Recognized in 12-’07 by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Best Schools in the United States.” 

YOUTH & COLLEGIATE G-FORCE PEER FACILITATORS LEVERAGE GO CENTERS’ EFFECTIVENESS

Find out about how to collaborate with Collegiate G-Force Teams through Leticia.De-Larrosa@TTU.edu (thanks to a work-study grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board to the TTU Cross-Cultural Academic Center), Rosa Llanas (RLlanas@LubbockISD.org) & her Future Business Leaders of America students; Dolores.Gonzales@TTU.edu (Alpha Gamma Kappa Hispanic service sorority at TTU), Major Jeffrey.Dula@TTU.edu (U.S. Army ROTC); TTUHSC Double T Medical Corps + TTU/MentorTECH Pop Tarts 2 Kids outreach:  LoniMarie.Flores@TTUHSC.edu & Cory.Powell@TTU.edu; and TTUHSC medical students’ collaborative outreach with youngsters at Iles Elementary School and O.L. Slaton & Atkins Middle Schools: Kathy.Milner@TTU.edu & Dr. June Hogue (HogueJ@WBU.edu) for regularly scheduled campus tours, student-mentors/tutors from Wayland Baptist University/Plainview, free 15-semester hours at WBU/Plainview through Plainview Education Partnership/PEP).  Ask Dr. Alice.White@TTU.edu how your college, university, student government, student association, service-learning faculty/students — in all academic disciplines — may get involved with GO Centers and/or form their own Collegiate G-Force!

GO CENTER CHAMPIONS

A.  Heroes & Heroines since 2001:  Dr. Don Brown (DonSharon4213@SBCGlobal.Net):  Closing Texas’ education Gaps; Lynn Denton (Lynn.Denton@MedAir.org):  directing the College for Texans Campaign (www.CollegeForALLTexans.com); Todd Witt (WittTodd@Aol.com):  growing GO Centers across Texas & beyond; Dr. Kathy Hicks (KHicks@ARN.Net):  nurturing 12 life-transforming GO Theatre Troupes; Jonathan Clark (JonathanLewisClark3@GMail.com):  raising education/college awareness through joyful songs & dances. 

B.  GO Train-the-Trainer Toolkit/GO Kit &/or its modules/sections/chapters from https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/ToolKit.cfm  GO Kit can be used successfully by anyone (including G-Force & other youth or first generation-college parents/adults who may be first-time presenters or trainers).  Information & activities in the GO Kit help first generation-college families & students discover that college is possible, affordable & desirable for them — & exactly how to prepare for & pay for college.  The GO Kit includes six English-language modules & six Spanish-language modules (complete with sample agenda; age-appropriate, easy-to-use scripts, visuals, on-site & take-home activities) for audiences from pre-kindergarten through college.  Presenters/trainers may print out modules/sections/chapters of the GO Kit as appropriate for their various audiences.  GO Centers are welcome to adopt, adapt & co-brand the modules for their audiences.  53 excellent GO presenters/Train-the-Trainers in the South Plains-area & 1,000+ more throughout Texas (for your youth &/or adult audiences since ‘03; for in-service trainings, conference plenary or break-out sessions; after-school, mentoring, community- or faith-based, formal or informal gatherings):  Anna.Martinez@TTU.edu; AR-Erwin@TAMU.edu; BigMarkC@Yahoo.com; CarnesLE@Aol.com; Carol.Vaughn@SPWorkForce.org; CBarnes@Mail.WTAMU.edu; ChildrensEnter@Aol.com; Cory.Powell@TTU.edu; CRiley@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; Earnest.Merritt@SPWorkForce.org; EBenitez@LEARNPrograms.org; FutureFocusK@Yahoo.com;  GAntunez@Mail.WTAMU.edu; Gloria.Castro@SPWorkForce.org; Gina-Robles@SBCGlobal.Net; HLHW1@Yahoo.com; JB-Davis@TAMU.edu; JBerset@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; J-Chandler@TAMU.edu; Jimmy.Duenes@TTU.edu; John.Rivera@TTU.edu; Karen.Jacobsen@TTU.edu; LeonWilliams@LubbockISD.org; Linda.Eversole@Plainview.K12.TX.US; L-Jenschke@TAMU.edu; LSKDJCar@Yahoo.com  Lucy.Brown@LCU.edu; LVars@Mail.WTAMU.edu; Marlene.Hernandez@TTU.edu; ML-Blair@TAMU.edu; MStone@ESC17.Net; N-Gladden@TAMU.edu; NWatson@NA.CokeCCE.com; PHammit@Mail.WTAMU.edu; PLacewell@SBCGlobal.Net; PMPaniagua@CS.com; PPaniagua@ESC17.Net; PSovilay@Mail.WTAMU.edu; BigWorldCommunications@Xanadoo.com; RLlanas@LubbockISD.org; RPicon@LubbockISD.org; RD-Alexander@TAMU.edu; RGMediano@Yahoo.com  Rosa.Gallegos@TTU.edu; SAllen@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; Sara.Hallett@SPWorkForce.org; SChatham@SouthPlainsCollege.edu; SMagri@LubbockISD.org; SSilvas@LubbockISD.org; SteHale@NA.CokeCCE.com; SuccessBy6Lubbock@Yahoo.com; TMiller@Mail.WTAMU.edu; Valerie.Paton@TTU.edu; VBordelon@SouthPlainsCollege.edu

C.  www.AliceWhite.WordPress.com  Help yourself to the hundreds of Web-link resources in a variety of categories:  “Animal Welfare,” “Children & Families,” “Community Resources,” “Date Sensitive,” “Education,” Empowering Others,” “Financial Abundance” (including hundreds of Web links within the entry “Obtain financial aid — money! – for college“); “GO Centers,” “Health,” “International Opportunities,” “Special Populations,” “Texas Tech & Angelo State,” “Your career & resume” & “Your speeches.”  Check out additional, no-charge, first generation-college/family-& youth-friendly resources at https://www1.thecb.state.tx.us/Apps/PubOrders/default2.cfm?AID=5&CFID=619085&CFTOKEN=42053928 or Mary.Mayes@THECB.State.TX.US (three-poster set of “Myths about College:”  in Spanish & in English; 9th through 12th-grade check lists for college, My 4-Plan to go to College; English as a Second Language lesson plans that include college-success preparation & more).  GO Center & three-series Myth posters & other education/college-rich items.  Order student- & family-friendly publications & materials in bulk for your GO Center from www.FSAPubs.org or Orders@FSAPubs.org or 1-800-394-7084.   Invite award-winning spokesperson to inspire your audiences: Harvesting a Dream’s Arnold Hernandez:  HDZ_Arnold@Yahoo.com or 512-736-6729.  Give a lap-top to change the world:  www.LapTop.org & encourage 7,000/day prospective high school drop-outs to stay in school (high school graduates are less likely to live in poverty or on public assistance & are in better health than those who don’t graduate):  www.BoostUp.org  Find out how he wisely & respectfully navigates his worlds of migrant farming & first-generation college success.  Provide your mailing address to Alice.White@TTU.edu to request no-charge resources such as the [a] 3-in-1 CD:  #1/Pre-Kindergarten/Early Childhood: Teacher Manual, Parent Letter, Activity Book, songs; #2/Pre-K through College GO Kit for presenters – bilingual agenda, script & take-home activities; #3/GO Centers:  Handbook with tips, 12-month calendars & G-Force strategies to adopt, adapt &/or co-brand.  [b] Cool Jobs DVD about 12 dynamic careers … narrated by young people – to help first-generation families connect doing well in school & learning beyond high school with prospering for a lifetime through joy of learning & fulfilling careers with opportunities for advancement; [c] Reel Life DVD with award-winning, poignant testimonials & creative vignettes by first-generation college students — about how they overcame barriers to finish college & achieve personal, community, career & financial goals; [d] professionally produced 10- & 30-second Public Service Announcements/DVD to post onto your Web sites, share with local electronic-media partners; air on your internal TV/cable channel/networks, at new-employee orientations, in-service trainings, professional/employee/family, faith-based or volunteer-training events; view during your trainings, speeches, presentations at conferences, conventions, seminars; [e] GO Center posters, magnets, age-appropriate printed materials; & [f] loan of Reality Check supplies that may interactively transform your audiences’ expectations into those of a college-going culture:  www.CDR.State.TX.US/RealityCheck  Proactively connect with additional, prospective collaborative partners:  TTU fraternities & sororities [1] African American (Allen.Sutton@TTU.edu); [2] Jason.Biggs@TTU.edu & [3] Cate.Bibb@TTU.edu; [4] Felicia.Martin@TTU.edu to find out about engaging student-athletes in community causes (for details about NCAA Compliance:  Jennifer.Breashear@TTU.edu);[5]  www.Brainetics.com  Turbocharging brains through math & memory system; [6] www.OwnYourOwnFuture.com  Find your passion, finish high school:  want it (reasons to stick with school), find it (get paid to do something you love) & own it (your education is how you show the world who are).  Click daily to support causes you believe in:  www.AnimalRescueSite.com; www.TheHungerSite.com; www.CityBankOnLine.com

D.  Region 17 Education Service Center, www.ESC17.Net  From satisfied collaborative partner Alice.White@TTU.edu:  Continuously exceeding collaborative partners’ expectations by offering well-designed meeting-room spaces, extraordinarily talented professionals;  dynamic, helpful workshops/conferences & an abundance of just-in-time information & school-friendly resources that help school districts & their can-do leaders to accomplish their respective missions & respond proactively & positively to state & federal legislative mandates.  20-county service area of 20,000 sq. mi., 57 school districts, six charter schools, 240 campuses, enrollment of 79,848 (school districts with fewer than 1,000 enrollment:  43; with fewer than 500 enrollment:  32).  Services offered to school districts:  business, services, e-mail, Internet access, cooperative purchasing, curriculum services, information management systems, Interactive Television Network consortium, network & instructional technology, leadership development, professional development, adult education, advanced academics/gifted & talented training, bilingual/English as a second language training, bus-driver certification; liaison among school districts & Texas Education Agency, federal programs; & many others.

E.  www.JumpStart.org & Info@Jump$tartCoalition.org or 888-45-EDUCATE  Financial smarts for students.  Curriculum to enrich K-12 financial management skills.  2010 “12 Principle Calendars” connecting everyday ideas that get students’ financial lives off to a playful & successful start.  Clearinghouse of no- & low-cost personal finance materials for educational use (e.g., www.FDIC.Gov/MoneySmart to give youth ages 12 to 20 the knowledge & confidence for responsible financial management; eight instructor-led modules with computer-based scenario that allows students to complete exercises based on each module; to use in required course, supplement in economics, social studies, math or business courses; optional material for visiting/guest teachers; after-school elective, school group or club project or as a youth-serving workshop).  www.JumpStart.org/RealityCheck provides an experiential e-simulation – to practice how to manage a monthly salary, thus e-learning how to survive & even thrive financially in real life. 

F.  Wiley’s Way / El Camino de Wiley www.CollegeForALLTexansFoundation.com (& select “Programs & Partnerships” from top menu) & Gretchen.Flatau@THECB.State.TX.US  Book for 4^th, 5^th & 6^th graders, music (with lyrics & dance routine), resources for parents, teachers, students & community.  Also, music:  Wiley the Crab, Don’t be Scared, Children Giving to Children & Try; and more:  student authors, Wiley’s story, 10 fascinating characters & Web resources.  Even more:  Lyrics to Education:  GO Get It!  Also, dance routine for marching bands.

G.  US Presidential Award-winning outreach strategies for young women & for Hispanic youth:  Dr. Betsy Yanik (EYanik@Emporia.edu or 620-341-5281):  MASTER It:  Mathematics And Science To Explore caReers): five-day, summer residential program for rising 8^th & 9^th-grade girls.  Also, Mathematics Day sponsored by Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation, Pi Kappa Phi & Emporia (KS) State University.  And Si, Se Puede Hacer Ciencias y Matematicas for 6^th-8^th graders to increase Hispanic youth’s interest, career-awareness & personal contacts in science & math (including contract with student & parent or tutor).   Expanding your Horizons in Science & Mathematics day for 6^th-8^th grade young women:  career discussions such as Clinical Laboratory Scientist:  CSI for the Living; Dietitian:  Tell Your Parents What to Eat; Dentistry:  Creating a Beautiful Smile; Environmental Scientists:  Working for a Healthier World; Ultrasound:  It’s Not Just for Babies!  Ecologist:  Microbes—Essential Recyclers!  Geologist:  Watching the Earth Erupt!  Firefighter:  Beat the Heat!  Forensic Scientist:  Analyzing Crime Scenes; Environmental Engineer:  Go Green!  Engineering:  Design a Difference in the World; Health Inspector:  There’s a Fly in my Soup; Anesthesiologist:  “”Sleepy Doctor;” & hands-on workshops such as:  Wake up & Be an Anesthesiologist!  Chocolate:  Past, Present & Tasty; Tricks behind Magic;  It’s a Zoo Out There; Taking a Bite out of Crime; Let’s talk Trash; Love at First Byte!  Soil Microbes Rule the World; Razzle Dazzle Chemistry!  What’s Up, Doc!  Have Fun with toys & Learn Science, too; Cool Web effects; Breathtaking models of How We Breathe; Explore a Crime Scene; learn Smart Money tips.  

H.  WHITE HOUSE, www.WhiteHouse.Gov & Info@Messages.WhiteHouse.Gov  Providing 24/7 e-education about issues (civil rights, defense, disabilities, economy, education, energy & environment, ethics, family, fiscal responsibility, foreign policy, health care, homeland security, immigration, poverty, rural, seniors & social security, service, taxes, technology, urban policy, veterans, women, & more), the administration (President Barak Obama, Vice President Joe Biden, First Lady Michelle Obama, Dr. Jill Biden, the Cabinet, White House staff, Executive Office of the President); the White House (history, presidents, first ladies, vice president’s residence & office; Eisenhower Executive Office Building, the Oval Office, Camp David, Air Force One, White House Fellows, White House Internships, White House 101, tours & events).  In the GO Center spirit of win-win collaboration, watch or read the President’s 6-3-’09 speech in Cairo on America’s relationship with Muslim communities around the world:  www.WhiteHouse.Gov/Blog/NewBeginning &/or health-insurance reform:  www.WhiteHouse.Gov/blog/The-Presidents-Press-Conference-Full-Video/?e=8&ref=text

*57 Consolidated/Independent School Districts [55 have GO Centers + 1 is/has a GO Center, thanks to community partnerships with GO Centers] & 6 charter schools [4 have GO Centers & 1 has a GO Center, thanks to its community partnership]:  Abernathy, Amherst, Anton, Borden County, Brownfield, Canyon Lakes Charter School, Cotton Center, Crosbyton, Dawson, Denver City, Floydada, Frenship, Guthrie, Hale Center, Harmony Science Academy, Idalou, Jayton-Girard, Klondike,  Lamesa, Levelland, Littlefield, Lockney, Loop, Lorenzo, Lubbock, Lubbock-Cooper, Meadow, Morton, Motley County, Muleshoe, New Deal, New Home, O’Donnell, Olton, Paducah, Patton Springs, Petersburg, Plains, Plainview, Post, Premier High School, Ralls, Richard Milburn, Rise Academy, Roosevelt, Ropes, Sands, Seagraves, Seminole, Shallowater, Slaton, Smyer, Southland, South Plains Academy, Springlake-Earth, Spur, Sudan, Sundown, Tahoka, Wellman-Union, Whiteface, Whitharral, Wilson

Missing pet search:  www.FindToto.org  Input your zipcode & system displays alerts made within a 25-mile radius of your zip code, placed during the last 120 days.  For lost/missing/stolen dogs, cats & other pets.  Includes a voice-mail message for area neighbors.

Baby-proof your dog before your baby arrives:  http://DogsAndStorks.com

Every dog deserves a family:  www.DogsDeserveBetter.org

Mothers against dog chaining:  www.MothersAgainstDogChaining.org

Truth about pit bull dogs:  http://PBRC.Net

TORNADO GALLERY GOES TO THE DOGS! (and cats)  FIRST FRIDAY ART TRAIL gallery show and sale BENEFITS LUBBOCK ANIMAL SERVICES ENDOWMENT FUND OF THE LUBBOCK AREA FOUNDATION Fri., Feb. 5, 6-9p. Tornado Gallery at 1822 Buddy Holly Avenue (www.LubbockMap.com & select “Downtown Map” from left-hand menu). 

Help the animals of Lubbock by purchasing art donated by local artists! To donate art, contact Paula Yeager at 806-799-2172 or BoodleStudio@GMail.com

The ROOTS HISTORICAL ARTS COUNCIL, founded by Eric Strong, a major partner in “TAKE PRIDE IN THE EAST SIDE” and many other initiatives.  

Roots Historical Arts Council Inc., Eric.Strong@TTU.edu or 806-928-4268.  Headquarters and art gallery at 1728 19th Street (near Lubbock High School).  Collaborating with Lubbock Independent School District and pending:  Texas Tech University College of Visual and Performing Arts.  Sharing the humanities with underserved populations:  designated “Seedlings Gallery” for youth art exhibits to celebrate tomorrow’s artists today;  ”When We Were Children” photography exhibit;  providing college and financial aid information;  endowing and awarding scholarships; donating musical instruments to Iles Elementary School and historical resources to Hodges Elementary School; sponsoring “Freedom to Succeed:  Strategies for Success in a Changing World” all-day workshop for selected students at targeted Title I/low-income middle schools – to provide mentoring, tutoring and encouragement from a team of parents, teachers, students and nationally recognized learning experts.

Watch for annual details about lavish Christmas Pageant revived in Nazareth (NW), Texas:  music, pantomime & narration in the Holy Family Church, 210 Saint Joseph St.; Nazareth, TX 79063;  806-945-2244 (or visit www.Texas.com & select “Texas City Finder” box from top menu).

Free, public invited.

Home-grown talent from musicians to vocalists, actors, technical crews & costumers.  14 scenes & 14 songs faithful to the spirit of the original pageant in 1972-1973 – depicts Christ’s life beginning with the Annunciation in the Galilean village of Nazareth, through Christ’s birth in Bethlehem & continuing through His return to Nazareth & His first 12 years.

 www.JLLubbock.com or 806-445-9637  for plans about Lubbock’s ‘10 Holiday Happening.  Purchase gifts (proceeds will feed kids:  Food 2 Kids program:  providing 900 week-end food sacks to children in Lubbock ISD; Kid’s in the Kitchen:  empowering children to make healthy-eating & lifestyle choices).

www.YouTube.com/watch?v=aiWIOoKj2ak&NR=1  Feline antics — bet you can’t watch without laughing out loud!

www.CentexHumaneSociety.com  Need volunteers, gift cards, blankets, towels, cleaning supplies, paint, dog & cat food, power source & donations — after fire at Centex Humane Society/Second Chance (5501 Clear Creek Rd., Killeen, TX  76549; 254-526-6200).  All surviving dogs & cats are in foster homes.  For update about the 99 cats & 15 dogs who perished & the needs of the survivors & shelter:  www.CentexHumaneSociety.com/Fire110109.shtml

www.TheAnimalRescueSite.com/clickToGive/shelterchallenge.faces?siteId=3  $100K shelter challenge.  Please vote for your favorite shelter.  

 Welcome to The Animal Rescue Site $100,000 Shelter⁺ Challenge — together with Petfinder.com.  Now you can help The Animal Rescue Site choose which eligible Petfinder.com animal rescue organizations will receive special funds to help animals! Voting is simple: just select your Country and (if U.S. or Canada) State/Province. All other fields are optional and accept partial (but not misspelled or inaccurate) information. You can cast one vote every day for your favorite rescue organization.

Visit, get involved & support Reilly’s Ranch, a horse rescue in Abernathy, TX, US:  www.ReillysRanch.com).  

Web site about clearing enslaving beliefs:  http://snipurl.com/teleclasstut & www.SharonOSmith.com

Sat., Oct. 24 for Lakshmi blessing:   http://instantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=8707890   Phone # to Dial: 623-255-3832     Use Conf ID: 598814

 Learn Emotional Freedom Techniques by video http://rebeccamarina.com/2008/05/test-eft/ or Rebecca@RebeccaMarina.com or 956-457-5568;  http://rebeccamarina.com/ask-azna/ & http://rebeccamarina.com/wp-content/uploads/2008/09/tutorial-for-tele-classes.pdf

www.CleaningForAReason.org  Fighting cancer is difficult enough, but living with it is even tougher – and that’s where the Cleaning for A Reason Foundation steps in. This newly formed nonprofit offers free professional housecleaning, and maid services to improve the lives of women undergoing treatment for cancer. 

If you currently use a professional house cleaning service to clean your home, please call and ask them if they’ve heard of the Cleaning For A Reason foundation. Every day, we recruit a new maid service to join our program and become Partners with a heart and soul for house cleaning.