BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//CHILDREN AT RISK - ECPv6.6.4.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://childrenatrisk.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for CHILDREN AT RISK REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T181554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T181611Z UID:37934-1744797600-1744801200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Amarillo DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 16\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 AM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-amarillo/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250416T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250416T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250317T164727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T164728Z UID:38026-1744808400-1744812000@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Tyler DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 16\, 2025 from 1 PM- 2 PM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-tyler/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T195055Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T195055Z UID:37955-1744884000-1744887600@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: McAllen DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 17\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 AM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-mcallen/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250417T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250417T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T194528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T194528Z UID:37952-1744894800-1744898400@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Houston DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 17\, 2025 from 1 PM- 2 PM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-houston/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250422T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250422T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250317T155739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T155740Z UID:38019-1745326800-1745330400@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Lubbock DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 22\, 2025 from 1 PM- 2 PM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-lubbock/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250423T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250423T230000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250317T161526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250317T161527Z UID:38022-1745402400-1745449200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: San Antonio DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 23\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 AM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-san-antonio/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250424T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250424T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T195504Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T195504Z UID:37958-1745488800-1745492400@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Midland/Odessa DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 24\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 AM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-midland-odessa/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250429T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250429T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250313T195223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T195223Z UID:37916-1745920800-1745924400@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Austin DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, April 29\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 AM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-austin/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250501T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250501T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T190115Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T190116Z UID:37948-1746093600-1746097200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Fort Worth DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, May 1\, 2025 from 10 AM- 11 aM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-fort-worth/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250501T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250501T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250314T185215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T185216Z UID:37945-1746104400-1746108000@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Dallas DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, May 1\, 2025 from 1 PM- 2 PM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-dallas/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250502T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250111T211946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250501T160711Z UID:37571-1746172800-1746205200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:25th Annual CHILDREN AT RISK Golf Classic DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 25th Annual CHILDREN AT RISK Golf Classic! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Mark your calendars for a very special edition of the CHILDREN AT RISK Annual Golf Classic. The 25th anniversary of this beloved tournament will be held on Friday\, May 2nd\, 2025 at 8am\, at the beautiful and prestigious Memorial Park Golf Course. For over 24 years\, the Golf Classic has helped raise critical funds for CHILDREN AT RISK\, helping to advance our mission to improve the lives of Texas children. With your support\, we have been able to push for change\, ensuring that every child has access to education\, healthcare\, nutrition\, and a future free from exploitation and trafficking.  \n Tournament Host Melissa Wilson of Fox 26 is also celebrating her 25th annual Golf Classic with us and will lead this day of fun on the green! Breakfast will be served before players head out for a putting contest\, a round on the prestigious 18-hole tournament course with surprise hole activities along the way. The tournament will conclude with lunch and drinks.      \nThank you for your support of CHILDREN AT RISK. We hope to see you on May 2 at the Memorial Park Golf Course. Together\, we can drive lasting change for the children who need us most!  \nIt’s sure to be a fantastic day on the green\, so come out and join us! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sponsorship Opportunities\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, please contact Char Ravikumar\, Chief Development Officer\, at 281-686-6636 or cravikumar@childrenatrisk.org. . \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Committee\nManny PanjwaniChair \nBen PattonVice-Chair \nMelissa Wilson Tournament Host \nPuneet AhujaEric CadenaDavid GreenwaldJason HarshJay JayasuriyaBob SnyderLarry WisniewskiDaniel Yoo \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to Our Sponsors!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bronze Sponsor\n\nDeacons of Deadwood\nManny Panjwani & Friends\n\n\n  \nPlayer Sponsors\n\nAdvantage BMW\n\nAmbassador Chinese Restaurant\nAstros Golf Foundation\nBaylor University Team – Sic’em Bears\nCentral Crude\nFuture Surgical\nHotel ZaZa\nVishwas Iyengar\n\nOak Forest Dads\nPlainsCapital\nSendero\nVN TeamWork\nMelissa Wilson\n\nLarry Wisniewski\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hole in One Sponsor\n\nAdvantage BMW\n\n\nSwag Sponsor\n\nBody Balance Wellness Center\n\nPutting Sponsor\n\nChris and Bob Snyder\n\n  \nHole Sponsors\n\n\n\nBody Balance Wellness Center\nCHILDREN AT RISK Board of Directors\nEvergreen\nThe Sparks Law Firm\n\n  \nMedia Sponsor\n\n\n\nFOX26 Houston\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Special Thanks\n\nPuneet Ahuja\nCaroline Collins\, FOX 26\nChef Smirnov Catering\nJudith Colbert\nDavid Cordua\, The Lymbar\nMike Davis\nNate Griffin\, FOX 26\nGringo’s Tex-Mex\nHouston School of Massage\nCharles Hughes\, FOX 26\nAshley Juge\nMark Kennedy\nWill Kunkel\, FOX 26\nNikki Payne\nPuneet Sahgal\nJeremy Samuels\nSanjay Singh\nSpindletap Brewery\nMark Troth\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You For Joining Us!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kimble Anders Kevin BassBrian Michael CooperCris Dishman Mike HolmesHouston SaberCats\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nJohnny JonesMajor JonesAllen LeavellBilly OwensBubba McDowellJohn Henry Mills\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nByron SmithHarold SmithLemuel Stinson Marc VandermeerRobert Woods URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/25th-annual-golf-classic/ LOCATION:Memorial Park Golf Course\, 1001 E Memorial Loop Dr\, Houston\, 77007\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ORGANIZER;CN="CHILDREN AT RISK":MAILTO:info@childrenatrisk.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250506T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250506T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250321T175645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T175648Z UID:38187-1746536400-1746540000@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Spring Texas Tour: Statewide DESCRIPTION:Each Spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables in 12 major cities across Texas. During the roundtables\, C@R will share new data and analysis regarding the ECE landscape\, including child care deserts\, as well as provide an update on the 89th Texas Legislative Session and the Prenatal-to-3 Collaborative. We look forward to these conversations as they provide a vital opportunity for participants to share what they’ve been experiencing in their community. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team\, May 6\, 2025 from 1 PM- 2 PM (CST) to provide local insight and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-spring-texas-tour-statewide/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250513T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250513T080000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225639 CREATED:20250104T204838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250104T205101Z UID:37566-1747123200-1747123200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Coaching Institute DESCRIPTION:MAY 13-16\, 2025 | Texas A+ Coaching Institute\n \nTransform your campus by investing in teacher development through learning how to be an effective coach. Coaches\, curriculum specialists and teacher leaders enhance the capacity to support teachers in implementing evidence-based instructional practices to improve student learning outcomes\, while fostering a culture of reflective practice and continuous professional growth. Come engage in peer networking\, problem-solving and practice with other professionals across the city.  \n \n \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stay in Touch\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Texas A+ Challenge empowers schools and educators with proven strategies to enhance leadership\, refine teaching practices\, and drive student success. Stay connected with expert insights\, resources\, and updates that can help you make a lasting impact—sign up for our newsletter today. \n \n Sign-Up Today URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/37566/ CATEGORIES:Texas A+ Challenge END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250321T195405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T183945Z UID:37435-1749204000-1749213000@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Education Summit DESCRIPTION:A summit exploring literacy\, numeracy\, career pathways\, and state data trends\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nJoin us for the 2025 Education Summit: Chutes and Ladders of Learning\, where educators\, leaders\, and advocates will explore the opportunities and challenges shaping Texas education. This dynamic event will feature a look at the state’s evolving educational landscape\, followed by expert panel discussions on literacy\, mathematics achievement\, and the critical link between education and career success. Don’t miss this opportunity to collaborate\, learn\, and drive meaningful change in Texas education! \nThis summit is presented in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC).  \n\n\nWant to join us as a partner or sponsor on an upcoming Learning Event? Reach out to learning@childrenatrisk.org for more information.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPEAKER BIOS URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-education-summit/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Learning Event,TXFLC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250710T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250710T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250520T191528Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250710T024234Z UID:37437-1752141600-1752147000@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:89th Legislative Debrief- The Impact on Children DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth review of the 89th Texas Legislative Session as we examine the legislative priorities and outcomes that shape the lives of Texas children and families. This comprehensive event will provide an overview of key bills and policies passed during the session\, focusing on areas such as education\, health care\, early childhood development\, and child welfare. \nHear from experts\, advocates\, and policymakers who were at the forefront of legislative discussions as they analyze the implications of new laws and identify areas where further action is needed. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how these outcomes impact children across the state and what steps can be taken to ensure continued progress. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and inspired as we reflect on the progress made and collaborate to address ongoing challenges for a brighter future. \n\n\nThis summit is in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC) and generously sponsored by H-E-B.  \nWant to join us as a partner or sponsor on an upcoming Learning Event? Reach out to learning@childrenatrisk.org for more information.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AGENDA\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPEAKERS URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/89th-legislative-debrief/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:Learning Event,Policy,TXFLC END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250814T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250814T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250609T183227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T163628Z UID:38834-1755165600-1755172800@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Early Childhood Education Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us on August 14th from 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a virtual summit that will explore the evolving landscape of early childhood systems in Texas following the 89th Legislative Session. \nAs we move into the interim period\, Texas is presented with critical opportunities to strengthen how early childhood programs are governed and coordinated. With Sunset agency reviews underway\, the newly established Governor’s Task Force on the Governance of Early Childhood Education and Care\, and the Quad-Agency Child Care Initiative Commission bringing together TEA\, HHSC\, and TWC\, this summit will provide a timely space to reflect on recent progress\, explore upcoming shifts\, and consider what’s needed to ensure high-quality care and education for all young Texans. \nHear from legislative leaders\, advocates\, and early childhood experts as they reflect on recent policy outcomes\, discuss implications for providers and families\, and examine how coordinated governance efforts could shape the future of early childhood in Texas. A focused data overview will ground our conversation\, highlighting emerging trends and critical questions for the year ahead. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to stay informed\, engaged\, and inspired as we prepare for a new chapter in Texas early childhood education. \n\n\nThis summit is presented in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC). \nWant to join us as a partner or sponsor on an upcoming Learning Event? Reach out to learning@childrenatrisk.org for more information.  \n\n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-early-childhood-education-summit/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250826T211553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T140349Z UID:39275-1758787200-1758814200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:From Draft to Masterpiece Revision Strategies for STAAR and Beyond DESCRIPTION:SEPTEMBER 25\, 2025 | From Draft to Masterpiece: Revision Strategies for STAAR and Beyond\nRegistrants earn 6 hours of CPE credits and receive a copy of Patterns of Revision for a grade level of their choice. \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n In this interactive training\, participants will explore strategies to help students revise with confidence\, strengthen editing skills\, and prepare for both Multiple Choice items and the Extended Constructed Response (ECR) on STAAR for grades 3–8. The morning session\, led by Whitney LaRocca\, Co-author of Patterns of Revision\, introduces the Patterns of Revision process\, while the afternoon session\, guided by the Texas A+ Challenge coaching team\, provides hands-on application to support teachers in embedding these strategies directly into their lesson plans for immediate classroom impact. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Explore the Books: Learn more about Patterns of Revision here \n🎧 Want a sneak peek? Listen to Whitney and Travis discuss lesson planning on the POPcast  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stay in Touch\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Texas A+ Challenge empowers schools and educators with proven strategies to enhance leadership\, refine teaching practices\, and drive student success. Stay connected with expert insights\, resources\, and updates that can help you make a lasting impact—sign up for our newsletter today. \n \n Sign-Up Today URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/from-draft-to-masterpiece-revision-strategies-for-staar-and-beyond/ LOCATION:BakerRipley\, 4550 Harrisburg Blvd #103\, Houston\, TX\, BakerRipley\, Houston\, TX\, 77011\, United States CATEGORIES:Texas A+ Challenge END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250925T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250925T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250603T170742Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T213726Z UID:37433-1758801600-1758808800@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Immigration Summit DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nAs policy shifts continue to shape the lives of immigrant communities\, children and families are at the center of both harm and hope. This summit will offer a timely space to explore how recent federal and state actions are affecting children’s safety\, mental health\, and futures. We will reflect on current realities\, share tools for response\, and uplift strategies that protect and empower immigrant families. \nHear from national advocates\, legal experts\, and community organizers as they unpack key immigration developments\, highlight efforts to support children’s well-being\, and discuss messaging tactics and local action that can strengthen family resilience. A focused data overview will ground the conversation\, helping us better understand the policy landscape through a child- and family-centered lens. \nDo not miss this opportunity to stay informed\, engaged\, and equipped as we work together to create a stronger\, more supportive future for immigrant children and their families. \n\n\nThis summit is presented in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC).  \nWant to join us as a partner or sponsor on an upcoming Learning Event? Reach out to learning@childrenatrisk.org for more information.  URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-immigration-summit/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250903T213946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T225818Z UID:39326-1759795200-1761955199@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Fall 2025 Texas Tour: Early Childhood Education DESCRIPTION:Throughout the month of October\, CHILDREN AT RISK will be hosting community conversations across 12 cities in Texas\, discussing the latest research and its implications for Texas’ Early Childhood Education ecosystem. Join us to weigh in on a grassroots strategy that improves child care across our state\, and builds a more sustainable system that supports young children\, their families\, and child care providers.  \nThis year’s Texas Tour will culminate in a virtual press conference to release our latest report on Texas’ Local Workforce Development Board fiscal spending related to the early childhood workforce. \nQuestions? Comments? Concerns? Reach out to us at rquintanilla@childrenatrisk.org. \n  \nRegister for the stop nearest to you!\nMore details to come soon! Sign up for our Early Childhood Education team’s newsletters to be among the first to hear about updates on our community visits\, the latest research\, and timely advocacy opportunities. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER FOR A STOP NEAR YOU\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SIGN UP FOR ECE UPDATES\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, October 7th\, 9:30-11:00 AM CT | Lubbock \nLubbock Area United Way: 1655 Main St\, Lubbock Texas 79401 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n South Plains PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, October 8th\, 10:00-11:30 AM CT | Midland-Odessa \nGrace Christian: 3450 Billy Hext Rd\, Odessa\, TX 79765 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Permian Basin PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, October 10th\, 10:00-11:30 AM CT | Houston \nBaker Ripley: 4450 Harrisburg Blvd\, Suite 103\, Houston\, TX 77011 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Gulf Coast PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, October 15th\, 9:00-10:30 AM CT | Fort Worth \nNeighborhood Health Center at LVT: 2800 S. Cherry Lane\, 2nd floor\, rooms 201 A/B\, Fort Worth\, 76116 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tarrant PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, October 16th\, 10:00-11:30 AM CT | Amarillo \nAmarillo Area Foundation: 919 S Polk St\, Amarillo\, TX 79101 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Panhandle PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Friday\, October 17th\, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM CT | Dallas \nCommit Partnership: 3000 Pegasus Park Drive\, Dallas TX 75247 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Greater Dallas PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, October 21st\, 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM CT | McAllen \nWorkforce Solutions Corporate Office: 3101 US-83 BUS\, McAllen\, TX 78501 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lower Rio Grande Valley PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, October 22nd\, 9:00-10:30 AM CT | Brownsville \nUnited Way of Southern Cameron County: East Levee Street\, Brownsville\, Texas 78520 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cameron PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tuesday\, October 28th\, 2:00-3:30 PM MT | El Paso \n \n\nEl Paso Community Foundation: 333 N. Oregon St.\, El Paso\, TX 79901\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Borderplex PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wednesday\, October 29th\, 10:00-11:30 AM CT | San Antonio \nSan Antonio Head Start\, 1227 Brady Blvd.\, San Antonio\, TX 78207 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alamo PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, October 30th\, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM CT | Austin \nAustin PBS Community Room: 6101 Highland Campus Dr Building 3000\, Austin\, TX 78752 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Capitol Area PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thursday\, November 20th\, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM CT | Tyler \nChamber of Commerce – Genecov Room: 315 N Broadway Ave\, Tyler\, TX  75702 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n East Texas PowerPoint\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n One-Pager URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/fall-2025-texas-tour-early-childhood-education/ CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251031T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251031T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250709T102012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T001159Z UID:37591-1761908400-1761915600@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 Accolades DESCRIPTION:Purchase Tables & Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Sponsorship Form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nThis year\, CHILDREN AT RISK proudly hosts its annual Accolades Luncheon\, The Texas Academy Awards of Child Advocacy\, on Friday\, October 31\, 2025\, at the beautiful Hotel Zaza Museum District in Houston from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We are honored that several of our state’s largest children’s medical centers will serve as the honorary chairs of this year’s event which recognizes child advocates across the state\, elevates key priorities for children\, and raises needed funds to support our mission to improve the quality of life for Texas children. \nThe event will emphasize the critical importance of child advocacy to drive systems change and create long-term positive impacts for children. CHILDREN AT RISK continues to lead efforts to ensure every child has equitable opportunities\, access to quality education\, proper nutrition\, healthcare\, and protection from human trafficking and exploitation. \n  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Sullivan\n Master of Ceremonies\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Texas State Senator César J. Blanco - SD 29\n 2025 Accolades Honoree Voice for Children \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Bob Sanborn\n Event Emcee\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Accolades Luncheon Honorary Chairs\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Statewide Nominees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Child Health Advocate of the Year\n \nKimberly Avila\, MD\nAssociate Chair of Advocacy\, Department of Pediatrics\, UT Dell Medical School\n\n\nLeo Lopez III\, MD\nMedical Director for University Health\n\n\nShreela Sharma\, PhD\, \nCo-Founder\, Brighter Bites\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Rising Star in Child Advocacy\n \nHon. Aurora Martinez Jones\n126th District Court Judge\, Travis County \n\n\n\nJenna King Lewis\nGeneral Counsel\, Office of Senator Tan Parker \n\n \n\n\nMarina Masciale MD\nAssistant Professor of Pediatrics at Baylor College of Medicine \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Focused Nonprofit or Nonprofit Program\n \nBrighter Bites\n\n \n\nCAMP CAMP\n\n  \n\nLa Unión del Pueblo Entero (LUPE)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2025 Regional Nominees\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Advocate for Houston\, Gulf Coast and East Texas \n \n\nJulie Baker Finck\, Ph.D.\nPresident & CEO\, Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation \n\n\n\nSandy McKay\, M.D.\nAssociate Professor in Pediatrics at UTHealth Houston and Senior Fellow in Child Health Policy at the Baker Institute\n\n \n\nCarolyn Watson\nExecutive Director at William Stamps Farish Fund \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Health Advocate for Houston\, Gulf Coast and East Texas \n \n\nDr. Julie Boom\nDirector\, Immunization Project \n\n\nLindy McGee\, M.D.\nBaylor College of Medicine\n\n \n\nEsmaeil Porsa\, MD\, MBA\, CCHP-A\, \nPresident/CEO at Harris Health \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Advocate for El Paso and West Texas \n \nRafael Garcia\nPastor\, Sacred Heart Parish\n \nMichael Kelly\, Ph.D.\nVice President of Programs\, Paso Del Norte Health Foundation \n\n \n\nAdrian Vega\, Ed.D.\n Vice President of Institutional Advancement at Midland College\, Board Member for the Education Partnership of the Permian Basin \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Advocate in Austin\, San Antonio and Central Texas \n \nJeannie Von Stultz\, Ph.D.\,\nDeputy Chief Mental Health Services Bexar County Juvenile Probation  \n\n \n\nDr. Angela White\,\nPresident & CEO\, Child Advocates San Antonio (CASA) \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Health Advocate in Austin\, San Antonio and Central Texas \n \nDr. Sara Del Campo\,\nDivision Chief at Baylor College of Medicine\, The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio \n\n \n\n\n\nDr. Linda Lopez\,\nPediatrician at Texas Children’s Pediatrics\, Central Texas \n\n \n \n\n\nLyssa Ochoa\, MD\, \nThe SAVE Clinic\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Advocate for Rio Grande Valley \n \n\nHon. Renee Rodriguez-Betancourt  \nJudge\, 449th State Judicial District Court \n\n\n \n\nEduardo Cantu\,\nExecutive Director\, Christian Manor \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Health Advocate for Rio Grande Valley \n The Border Witness Program in RGV at ARISE   \n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Child Advocate for Dallas\, Fort Worth and North Texas \n \nDr. Elba Garcia\,\nDallas County Commissioner for District 4 \n\n \n\nDr. Janet Morrison-Lane\,\nExecutive Director\, Vickery Meadow Youth Development Foundation\n \nLaura Kender\,\nChief Program Officer\, MHMRTC \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Outstanding Health Advocate for Dallas\, Fort Worth and North Texas \n \nBrian Hawkins\,\nCEO\, Healing Hands\n \nDonna Persaud\, MD\, MBA\, \nMedical Director Homeless Outreach Medical Services (HOMES) \n\n \n\nLindsey Tyra\,\nChief Strategy Officer and Co-Chair Join Pediatric Enterprise for Children’s Health \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n For more information\, please contact Nely Sanchez at nsanchez@childrenatrisk.org. URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025accolades/ LOCATION:Hotel ZaZa\, 5701 Main Street\, Houston\, TX\, 77005\, United States CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ORGANIZER;CN="CHILDREN AT RISK":MAILTO:info@childrenatrisk.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251113T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250929T142339Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T142416Z UID:39400-1763028000-1763035200@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:2025 STEM Summit DESCRIPTION:REGISTER\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nThe 2025 STEM in Education Virtual Summit will bring together educators\, students\, professionals\, and community leaders for a dynamic conversation on the future of STEM teaching and careers. The event will explore the current state of STEM education\, emphasize the importance of diversity and representation\, and showcase inspiring career journeys. Through panels\, spotlights\, and interactive reflections\, participants will gain insights into how STEM connects to daily life and how we can better prepare the next generation of innovators. The summit will conclude with a call to action to advance STEM access in classrooms\, careers\, and communities.  \n\n\nThis summit is presented in partnership with the Texas Family Leadership Council (TXFLC).  \nWant to join us as a partner or sponsor on an upcoming Learning Event? Reach out to learning@childrenatrisk.org for more information.  URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/2025-stem-summit/ LOCATION:Zoom ORGANIZER;CN="CHILDREN AT RISK":MAILTO:info@childrenatrisk.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251118T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251118T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20251006T204749Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251024T174051Z UID:39498-1763460000-1763463600@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Open Meeting: Texas PN-3 Collaborative DESCRIPTION:This year\, the Texas Sunset Commission will review key state agencies that directly impact the lives of children\, including the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)\, Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC)\, Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS)\, and Department of State Health Services (DSHS). \nYour engagement is vital to ensuring children and families are represented in this process. Join us virtually for the Texas PN-3 Collaborative Open Meeting on Tuesday\, November 18 from 10-11 AM CT. We’ll discuss: \n\nLearn what the Sunset Commission is and why this process matters for children and families\nUnderstand how your voice can influence meaningful change during this critical time\nHear the Collaborative’s priorities and strategies for advancing PN-3 policies in Texas.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/open-meeting-texas-pn-3-collaborative/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20250922T180230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T143650Z UID:39408-1764748800-1764775800@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Patterns of Analysis: Using Grammar to Teach Analytical Reading and Writing DESCRIPTION:DECEMBER 9\, 2025 | Patterns of Analysis: Using Grammar to Teach Analytical Reading & Writing\n \n Where: BakerRipley\, 4550 Harrisburg Blvd #103\, Houston\, TX 77011 \nCost: $250 (includes book + 6 Hours CPE credit) \n \n \n Click Here to Register\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registrants earn 6 hours of CPE credits and receive a copy of Patterns of Analysis\, a book designed to support educators grades 6-12. \n \nWorkshop Overview\n\nMorning Session: This session presents a series of invitational lessons\, students engage in comprehension\, annotation\, discourse\, and writing\, all while integrating grammar and conventions into analysis rather than teaching them in isolation. \n\n\nAfternoon Session: The Texas A+ team leads hands-on application—supporting teachers in embedding strategies directly into lesson plans.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download the Digital Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Stay in Touch\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Texas A+ Challenge empowers schools and educators with proven strategies to enhance leadership\, refine teaching practices\, and drive student success. Stay connected with expert insights\, resources\, and updates that can help you make a lasting impact—sign up for our newsletter today. \n \n Sign-Up Today URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/patterns-of-analysis-using-grammar-to-teach-analytical-reading-and-writing/ LOCATION:BakerRipley\, 4550 Harrisburg Blvd #103\, Houston\, TX\, BakerRipley\, Houston\, TX\, 77011\, United States CATEGORIES:Texas A+ Challenge END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260327T183000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260327T220000 DTSTAMP:20260404T225640 CREATED:20241021T202520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260327T155743Z UID:36859-1774636200-1774648800@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Stand Up for Children 2026 DESCRIPTION:We’re just a few weeks away from Stand Up for Children on March 27th at The Post Oak Hotel— and we can’t wait to celebrate with you! Join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter\, inspiration\, and impact as we come together to support CHILDREN AT RISK and our mission to improve the lives of Texas children. This is your chance to stand up\, show your support\, and be part of a night that truly makes a difference. We hope to see you there as we welcome Emmy-award winning comedian Ian Karmel! \nSecure your table or tickets today — let’s make it a night to remember! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Digital Program\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Silent Auction\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THANK YOU TO OUR CO-CHAIRS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Doe & Henry Florsheim\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rusha & Jay Jayasuriya\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Nina & Clint Rand\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOST COMMITTEE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Jacquie Baly\nMorgan & Ede Booth\nShawn Rose & Donald Bowers\nAdrian Dueñas\nSamantha & Edward Edson\nElizabeth Galante\nDiane & Harry Gendel\nCourtney & Zac Harmon\n\nLeisa Holland-Nelson Bowman\nJordan Jewett\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nDr. Sippi Khurana\nSallie Morian & Michael Clark\nSue & John Poretto\nSuzan & Jeremy Samuels\nJenny & John Seo\nCandace Thomas\nChris Wallace\nBeth Wolff\nEd Wolff\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Children At Risk Private Couples Dinner at Perseid (Hotel Saint Augustine)\nEnjoy a multi-course chef’s special dinner hosted by Dr. Bob and Ellen Sanborn. Support our mission through one-of-a-kind culinary experiences curated by Chef Aaron Bludorn at PERSEID\, a Michelin recommended restaurant. The dinner will also feature exquisite wine pairings thoughtfully prepared by Charlie Artime. *Date will be mutually agreed upon in May 2026. \n\nPurchase this incredible experience for $1\,000 per couple. \n \n Buy Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring Ian Karmel!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ian Karmel is an Emmy award winning LA-based stand-up comedian\, actor\, and writer originally from Portland\, Oregon. Ian was head writer for the Emmy award winning The Late Late Show with James Corden\, and was one of the founding writers in the show’s 2015 re-creation. Previously he was a staff writer and round table regular on E!’s Chelsea Lately. \nIan’s debut memoir\, T-Shirt Swim Club\, co-written with his sister Alisa Karmel\, will be released by the Penguin Random House imprint Harmony & Rodale Books\, on June 11th 2024. His stand-up has been featured on Conan\, The Late Late Show\, Comedy Central\, Netflix’s The Comedy Line Up\, and as Just for Laughs New Face in 2013. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n His debut comedy album\, 9.2 on Pitchfork\, was released in 2015. Ian hosts the weekly podcast All Fantasy Everything\, from Headgum studios. Featured on many best of lists\, it’s a lighthearted show where funny people and experts come together to fantasy draft pop culture. \nHometown hero\, Ian played an instrumental role in Portland’s comedy renaissance and was voted Portland’s Funniest Person in their inaugural contest. He is also beloved for his appearances on IFC’s Portlandia\, the Blazers wrap-up show Talkin’ Ball\, and long running weekly column in the Portland Mercury\, Everything as Fuck. With roots in improv and theatre\, Ian’s training includes The Groundlings and the Upright Citizens Brigade. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Purchase Tables & Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \nSupport us as an event sponsor and enjoy an evening of cocktails\, informative program\, dining\, premier auction\, and unforgettable comedy entertainment benefiting Children At Risk mission.  \nFor information\, please contact Nely Sanchez\, at 832-659-7852 or nsanchez@childrenatrisk.org. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nPLATINUM SPONSOR \nJOANN & DAN LONGORIA \nGOLD SPONSOR \nDOE & HENRY FLORSHEIM \nSILVER SPONSOR \nWHALLEY FAMILY FOUNDATION \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nBRONZE SPONSORS\n\n\nRUSHA & JAY JAYASURIYA \nCLAIRE & WILSON LAM \nMAREK \nSHAINA PERRY & JEREMY ROSS \nNINA & CLINT RAND | SAMANTHA & EDWARD EDSON | COURTNEY & ZAC HARMON \nSUZAN & JEREMY SAMUELS \nSENDERO \nJENNY & JOHN SEO \nVIP COUPLES SPONSORS \nJOHN H. GLOVER \nCHRIS WALLACE \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Floral Underwriter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Media Underwriter \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Booth Underwriter URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/stand-up-for-children/ LOCATION:The Post Oak Hotel CATEGORIES:Fundraiser ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://childrenatrisk.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/stand-up-featured-image-scaled.png ORGANIZER;CN="CHILDREN AT RISK":MAILTO:info@childrenatrisk.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260414T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260414T111500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T005201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T030107Z UID:40387-1776160800-1776165300@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Austin: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026 from 10 AM- 11:15 PM (CST) to provide local insight from Austin and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/austin-spring-2026-texas-tour/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T111500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T010244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T030130Z UID:40391-1776247200-1776251700@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Dallas: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 from 10 AM- 11:15 AM (CST) to provide local insight from Dallas and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/dallas-spring-2026-texas-tour/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260415T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260415T141500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T022137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T025729Z UID:40418-1776258000-1776262500@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Tyler: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Wednesday\, April 15\, 2026 from 1:00 – 2:15 PM (CST) to provide local insight from Tyler and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/tyler-spring-2026-texas-tour/ CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260416T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260416T111500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T013118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T025655Z UID:40398-1776333600-1776338100@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Fort Worth: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026 from 10 – 11:15 AM (CST) to provide local insight from Fort Worth and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/fort-worth-spring-2026-texas-tour/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T111500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T020815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T020815Z UID:40411-1776765600-1776770100@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Midland-Odessa: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 from 10 – 11:15 AM (CST) to provide local insight from Midland-Odessa and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/midland-odessa-spring-2026-texas-tour/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260421T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260421T141500 DTSTAMP:20260404T225641 CREATED:20260306T004332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T005323Z UID:40384-1776776400-1776780900@childrenatrisk.org SUMMARY:Amarillo: Spring 2026 Texas Tour DESCRIPTION:Each spring\, the CHILDREN AT RISK Early Childhood Education team hosts virtual community roundtables across 12 major cities in Texas. During these sessions\, C@R experts will share updates from the latest Paving the Way report\, including regional analysis of Local Workforce Development Board spending\, updated Child Care Desert data\, legislative advocacy updates\, alongside insights from child care providers across the state. We value these conversations as an opportunity to hear directly from communities and better understand what providers and families are experiencing locally. \nJoin CHILDREN AT RISK’S Early Education team on Tuesday\, April 21\, 2026 from 1 PM- 2:15 PM (CST) to provide local insight from Amarillo and help shape the future of children in Texas. \n \n REGISTER URL:https://childrenatrisk.org/event/amarillo-spring-2026-texas-tour/ LOCATION:Virtual via Zoom CATEGORIES:ECE END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR