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Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – September 8, 2025

This past week, I had the opportunity to watch Taylor High School compete against one of our neighboring high schools. I enjoyed the sens…

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Important Update – India House Gala Postponed

Dear Friends & Supporters, We regret to inform you that the India House Gala, originally scheduled for September 13th, has been cance…

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AIR PROJECT: Free Community Legal Workshop, Sept. 20

This event is for Houston residents.

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Understanding Health Disparities Workshop, Sept. 6

Join us for the launch of our Health Equity Workshop Series! Our first session, Understanding Health Disparities in Marginalized Communit…

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Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – September 2, 2025

I hope everyone got some rest and enjoyed Labor Day. The holiday offers a chance for all to reconnect with family and friends as we celeb…

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The Thomas Telegraph | Vol. 7, Issue 16 – August 29, 2025

Vol. 7, Issue 16 – 8.29.2025 Dear Neighbors, Buckle up—this one’s packed with updates you need to know. Texas Legislative Chan…

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City of Houston OEM: Wireless Emergency Alert Test, Sept. 5

The City of Houston Office of Emergency Management (OEM) will conduct a city-wide test of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) system on F…

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AliefVotes: Alief Clean-Up Event, Aug. 30

Join AliefVotes and the Alief Super Neighborhood Council for a youth-led community clean-up! Everyone is invited.

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Alief Disaster Preparedness Roundtable, Sept. 13

Everyone is invited. Over lunch and drinks, hear from leaders in disaster preparedness and share your voice during our community roundtab…

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Tzu Chi USA: Drive-Thru Food Distribution, Sept. 6

Providing free groceries to those in need in the community.

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Alief ISD 7 min read

Superintendent Dr. Anthony Mays’ Week Ahead – August 25, 2025

Last week, while visiting classrooms, the excitement was contagious. There was a buzz as students were engaged in learning, and teachers …

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Step Into Success Job Fair, Aug. 28

District J Council Member Edward Pollard, India House and Workforce Solutions present JOB FAIR Thursday, August 28 | 10 am – 1 pm a…

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