Councilmember Manny Pelaez and the District 8 Council Office are launching the fourth annual Rising Stars Leadership Program, aimed at empowering local high school students with essential skills. This free program will offer participants a chance to engage with community leaders, take part in interactive workshops, and develop strategies for their final years of high school and future endeavors.
The four-day program will address topics such as effective communication, problem-solving, community engagement, and civic responsibility. Students will learn how to apply their talents and passions to tackle pressing issues in San Antonio.
The program schedule is as follows:
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Monday, July 29
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Urban Ecology Center Classroom, 8400 NW Military Highway, 78231 -
Tuesday, July 30
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Geekdom, 110 E Houston St., 78205 -
Wednesday, July 31
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Urban Ecology Center Classroom, 8400 NW Military Highway, 78231 -
Thursday, August 1
9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
San Antonio Food Bank, 5200 Historic Old Highway 90, 78227
Councilmember Pelaez will be available for media interviews following the opening remarks on Monday at approximately 10 a.m.
