Harris County Juvenile Probation Dept.

Strengthening Our Communities by Engaging Youth and Families

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The Opportunity Center celebrated the opening of two new soccer mini pitches, creating additional opportunities for recreation, teamwork, and positive youth engagement.

Thank you to Houston reVision, Bank of America, Street Soccer USA, Visa Foundation, and the Office of Commissioner Lesley Briones, Precinct 4, for helping make this project possible. ⚽️

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The Opportunity Center welcomed representatives from the Ohio Department of Youth Services, counties across Ohio, and Case Western Reserve University for a recent tour focused on youth-centered programming and collaboration.

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HCLA students explored career pathways, workforce resources, entrepreneurship, and mentorship opportunities during Career Fair Day. 🌟

Thank you to the many professionals, vendors, and community partners who shared their experiences and inspired our youth to think about their future goals and opportunities.

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JDC youth recently participated in the third Tackling Crime in the Red Zone event organized by Judge Lori Chambers Gray. 🏈

Guests shared powerful messages about perseverance, accountability, and building a positive future.

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🇺🇸 Honoring and remembering the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our country. #MemorialDay

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Health Services staff came together for the annual May Day event, an afternoon focused on connection, collaboration, and appreciation. 💙

Events like this help strengthen teamwork and support the important work being done across programs and disciplines.

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Aldine ISD Transition Team visited the Juvenile Detention Center, Youth Village, and Leadership Academy to learn more about the support systems in place for students in youth justice care.

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Happy Teacher Appreciation Week 📚
Thank you to our educators for their dedication, patience, and the impact they make on our youth every day. 💚

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Students at The Opportunity Center explored careers through hands on “test drive” experiences with BridgeYear, gaining exposure to healthcare, technology, and skilled trades. Opportunity starts with access. 💼

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Our youth visited the Houston Ship Channel to learn its history and explore careers that support one of the region’s busiest industries. 🚢

A great opportunity to connect learning with real-world pathways.

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Award-winning spoken word artist Georgia Me visited Youth Village to meet with youth in the Word Up Program, sharing her journey and encouraging creative expression. Youth closed the session with a powerful recitation of Still I Rise. 🎤

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JJAEP students applied geometry to real life through a hands on project, designing a scale model to improve a campus pond using symmetry and scaling. A great example of learning in action. 📐💡

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Leadership Academy youth recently toured Prairie View A&M University, exploring college life and future opportunities. Experiences like this help young people envision what is possible through education. 💛 💜

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Our young people at the JDC participated in a cooking and nutrition session led by Esteban Salinas and Berenice Sosa, in partnership with the @harriscountypl, exploring African plant-based traditions and healthy cooking skills.

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Students at The Opportunity Center have launched their first student government, creating leadership roles, campaign posters, and election materials as they prepare for this week’s elections. A great opportunity to build leadership and civic engagement skills.

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Youth at the Juvenile Detention Center showcased dance, visual art, music, stepping, and spoken word during The Art Renaissance: Black History Edition. A powerful celebration of culture, creativity, and youth voice. 🎨🎤

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Our very own Robert Mottu received the Clara Pope Willoughby Award from the Texas Probation Association, recognizing his exceptional leadership and commitment to innovative youth justice strategies. 🎖️

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Youth Village showcased poetry, fashion, choir, and dance during their Roots to Resilience Black History program, concluding in an inspiring message from Ms. Sydney Ealy of Twst 4 Girls. A powerful celebration of culture and growth. 🖤

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Leadership Academy celebrated GED success with the theme "Rising from Roots." 🌱🎓 Five students earned their GEDs. Thank you to Kairos Prison Ministries and Mr. Fleming from Credible Messenger for supporting our youth!