Kendra Gives Back for the Texas Tech Physicians Get F.I.T to Stay Fit Program
Get F.I.T to Stay Fit, a colorectal cancer screening program at Texas Tech Physicians Surgery, the clinical practice of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Amarillo, will benefit from a Kendra Scott shopping event.
Kendra Scott, located in Westgate Mall, will host a shopping event on Friday, March 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. Get F.I.T to Stay Fit will receive 20% of the proceeds. Shoppers can also shop online at www.kendrascott.com on March 1 and 2 with code: GIVEBACK-GBQEJ.
Please see the release with more information on the program. We would be grateful for you sharing this with your audience as is appropriate. Let me know if there’s anything else I can do to support.
Colorectal Cancer Screening Program Partnering with Kendra Scott
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Get F.I.T to Stay Fit, a colorectal cancer screening program at Texas Tech Physicians Surgery, the clinical practice of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) in Amarillo, will benefit from a Kendra Scott shopping event.
Kendra Scott, located in Westgate Mall, will host a shopping event on Friday, March 1 from 3 to 5 p.m. Get F.I.T to Stay Fit will receive 20% of the proceeds. Shoppers can also shop online at www.kendrascott.com on March 1 and 2 with code: GIVEBACK-GBQEJ.
The Get F.I.T to Stay Fit program uses a free, at-home testing method called Fecal Immunochemical Test (F.I.T) for colorectal cancer screening. The program is grant-funded through the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas (CPRIT) and serves the top 32 counties of the Texas Panhandle
Colorectal cancer impacts both men and women. Almost all colorectal cancers begin as precancerous polyps in the colon. These polyps can exist for years before invasive cancer develops. Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer do not always cause symptoms, especially at first. That is why getting screened regularly for colorectal cancer is so important. Screening can find the precancerous polyps so they can be removed before they turn into cancer or early in their development, when treatment works best.
The CDC recommends that adults age 45 to 75 be screened for colorectal cancer. People at an increased risk of getting colorectal cancer should talk to their doctor about when to begin screening, which test is right for them and how often to get tested.
Symptoms may include a change in bowel habits, blood in or on stool, diarrhea, constipation, or feeling that the bowel does not empty all the way, abdominal pain, aches, or cramps that don’t go away, and losing weight.
The risk of getting colorectal cancer increases as people age. Most cases occur in people who are 50 years old or older. Other risk factors include having inflammatory bowel
disease, a personal or family history of colorectal cancer or colorectal polyp or a genetic syndrome. Lifestyle factors that may contribute to an increased risk of colorectal cancer include obesity, alcohol consumption, tobacco use, a lack of regular physical activity, a diet low in fruits and vegetables, a low-fiber and high-fat diet, or a diet high in processed meats.
To learn more about Get F.I.T to Stay Fit, call (806) 414.9175 or visit www.cancerscreening-tx.com.
Meaghan Collier
Director of Community Engagement | Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center at Amarillo | External Relations
Jerry H. Hodge School of Pharmacy | Room 325
1400 South Coulter | STOP: 230 | Amarillo, TX 79109
meaghan.collier@ttuhsc.edu
C: 806-681-6274
Maverick and Ross Fundraiser Press Release
We are excited to announce the first-ever Ross Junior Employee Fundraiser this Saturday, March 2nd! We hope to see you at Ross!
PRESS RELEASE
“This year is special. It marks our 10th annual in-store fundraiser to benefit local Boys & Girls Clubs. The funds raised will directly help kids at Clubs nationwide by supporting Power Hour, a homework tutoring program, nationally sponsored by Ross. We are proud of our strong, long-standing partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs and look forward to coming together with our Customers and Associates to ‘Help Local Kids Thrive,’” said Matt Young, Group Senior Vice President, Ross Stores.
ROSS DRESS FOR LESS® TO HELP LOCAL KIDS THRIVE IN AMARILLO!
10th Annual In-store fundraiser to provide support to Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo
BENEFICIARY: Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo
WHO: Ross Dress for Less
WHAT: Ross Junior Employee Fundraiser
WHEN: Saturday, March 2
TIME: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Soncy location
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Interstate 40 location
WHERE: Ross Dress for Less
3510 E. Interstate 40, Amarillo, TX and
3030 S. Soncy Rd, Amarillo, TX
CONTACT: Ashley Hampton, ashleyh@maverickclub.org, (918) 801-6608
For the first time ever, Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo members will be Ross Junior Employees on March 2nd to encourage support for the national Ross fundraiser. After completing the application and interview process, these young individuals have been selected to fulfill various roles such as door greeters, register helpers, and store organizers. This unique opportunity not only equips them with valuable skills early on but also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and partnership.
Beyond their assigned tasks, the members are actively promoting support for Power Hour, a vital daily education program focused on homework and tutoring. Given that a majority of the club’s members are below grade level, and over 85% of them come from low-income backgrounds, Power Hour is a crucial resource. With up to 650 kids benefiting daily, Power Hour provides valuable academic support and opportunities for a brighter future, ensuring that every child has the chance to succeed.
Every year, over three million young people are served by Boys & Girls Clubs across the country. To demonstrate ongoing support for shaping the future of today’s youth, Ross Stores, Inc. has partnered with Boys & Girls Clubs of America for a three-week program called “Help Local Kids Thrive.” From February 10th to March 3rd, customers in Amarillo are invited to make monetary contributions at their local Ross Dress for Less (“Ross”) store during checkout, with proceeds benefitting the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo.
Rooted in a shared commitment to helping young people reach their full potential as productive, caring, and responsible citizens, this annual fundraiser helps to actualize the dreams of many local kids and teens.
Campaign Facts:
- This February, Ross Stores is inviting customers to give at the register to benefit Boys & Girls Clubs of America from February 10th – March 3rd. Ross will match the first $400,000 raised!
- 100% of the funds raised at each store will benefit Boys & Girls Clubs, with 80% being directed to a Club in the community.
- Ross is the national sponsor of BGCA’s Power Hour, a program that provides kids and teens the opportunity to do their homework in a safe place, in-person or virtually, with support from Boys & Girls Club staff.
- Every $5 donation helps provide one-half hour of homework help for a Club youth. $15 helps keep a kid safe after school.
- This is the 10th annual Ross Stores, Inc. fundraiser for Boys & Girls Clubs. Together with its customers, Ross has raised and donated more than $46 million to support BGCA and Power Hour.
Ashley Hampton
Charitable Engagement Director
Maverick Boys & Girls Clubs of Amarillo
[o] 806-372-8393
[c] 918-801-6608
6 Women To Graduate DWC’s Recovery Program
WHO: Downtown Women’s Center
WHAT: 6 Women to Graduate DWC’s Recovery Program
WHEN: Sunday, March 3, 2024
2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
WHERE: Central Church of Christ – Chapel
1401 S. Monroe, Amarillo, TX
CONTACT: Kim Pitney, LCSW – Program Director
806-372-3625
Downtown Women’ Center (DWC) serves homeless women in recovery from alcohol and other drug addictions through our soon to be four shelters: Haven House, Abba House, Gratitude House, and Haven House Too for women new in recovery who are pregnant or have children with them. There is more to come about this needed and exciting expansion!
More than 250 women have successfully completed the DWC Recovery Program since 2007 when we started having graduation ceremonies. Barnes Jewelry designed and made a special one-of-a-kind cross necklace for our graduates in 2007 and the necklaces are still given to each graduate today.
We are celebrating six strong and brave women who are now living clean, sober, and productive lives. Please join us as we celebrate their graduation from the DWC Recovery Program. Please help us congratulate Amanda C., Amanda C. (Yes, we have two Amanda Cs!), Amanda R., Ashley, Amber, and Brandi!
Graduates and staff will be available for interviews.
DWC Mission: To provide housing and services to overcome homelessness and addiction
Girls Who Science Program
Girls Who Science program, which is resuming February 5th . We will be bringing in a respiratory and sleep therapist for this FREE program for 10-18 year old girls.
Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you!
Contact: Ady Brady or Sophia Britto
abrady@dhdc.org
sbritto@dhdc.org
DHDC celebrates another year of the Girls Who Science program for 2024
Amarillo, TX – Girls Who Science is a monthly program put on by the Don Harrington Discovery Center, which started in February of 2023. Girls aged 10-18 are encouraged to attend to hear from women in the STEM industry, conduct interactive experiments, and explore career-focused STEM activities at NO COST.
The programs of 2024 are from 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm, the first Monday of every month.
DHDC has brought in professors, surgeons, doctors, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service, and engineers from Pantex to speak at Girls Who Science. Young women in upper elementary school through high school are encouraged to attend.
Follow DHDC on Facebook and Instagram for more information on their community programs. Information can be found on their website as well.
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The Don Harrington Discovery Center is a hands-on science center that makes science exciting, relevant, and interesting to all types of learners by providing interactive exhibits and programs that actively engage children, adolescents, and their families.
Wildcat Bluff Discovery Center is a nonprofit organization that fosters awareness, understanding, and appreciation of nature within the Texas Panhandle and to encourage education in the natural sciences from a current and historical perspective.
Sophia Britto | Marketing Coordinator | 806.355.9547 x 104
Choose Your Discovery:
Special Amarillo City Council Workshop Set for Tuesday
AMARILLO – Amarillo City Council has scheduled a special workshop for Tuesday (March 26) at 8:30 a.m. The workshop will be open to the public and livestreamed on the City of Amarillo YouTube channel.
The workshop will be available online at: www.youtube.com/CityofAmarillo
The workshop will be at council chambers on the third floor of City Hall.
Discussion may include numerous broad topics such as governance and ends policies, public safety, infrastructure, development, community services, parks and recreation, water resources, public works, finance, council strategic pillars and milestones, policies and procedures, the Amarillo City Charter, ordinances, resolutions and other
matters related to the desired direction and plans for the city.
The council may reach broad consensus on the mission, values, priorities, expectations and
governance policies for the city. No final decisions or vote will be taken.
City Council will meet for its regularly scheduled meeting at 3 p.m. Tuesday (March 26). The regularly scheduled work session is scheduled for 1 p.m. All meetings will be in council chambers on the third floor of City Hall.
For more information contact City of Amarillo Media Relations Manager Dave Henry at (806) 378-5219 or by email at David.Henry@amarillo.gov.
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Girls Who Science Program
Girls Who Science program, which is resuming February 5th . We will be bringing in a respiratory and sleep therapist for this FREE program for 10-18 year old girls.
Please let us know if you have any questions. Thank you!
Contact: Ady Brady or Sophia Britto
abrady@dhdc.org
sbritto@dhdc.org
DHDC celebrates another year of the Girls Who Science program for 2024
Amarillo, TX – Girls Who Science is a monthly program put on by the Don Harrington Discovery Center, which started in February of 2023. Girls aged 10-18 are encouraged to attend to hear from women in the STEM industry, conduct interactive experiments, and explore career-focused STEM activities at NO COST.
The programs of 2024 are from 4:45 pm to 6:00 pm, the first Monday of every month.
DHDC has brought in professors, surgeons, doctors, a meteorologist from the National Weather Service, and engineers from Pantex to speak at Girls Who Science. Young women in upper elementary school through high school are encouraged to attend.
Follow DHDC on Facebook and Instagram for more information on their community programs. Information can be found on their website as well.
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The Don Harrington Discovery Center is a hands-on science center that makes science exciting, relevant, and interesting to all types of learners by providing interactive exhibits and programs that actively engage children, adolescents, and their families.
Wildcat Bluff Discovery Center is a nonprofit organization that fosters awareness, understanding, and appreciation of nature within the Texas Panhandle and to encourage education in the natural sciences from a current and historical perspective.
Sophia Britto | Marketing Coordinator | 806.355.9547 x 104
Choose Your Discovery:
Commissioner – Blair Schaffer: Potter County Precinct 2 Town-hall meeting
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Potter County Precinct 2 Invites Community to Town-hall Meeting for Open Dialogue and Collaboration Amarillo, TX
Potter County Precinct 2 cordially invites all citizens of Amarillo and Potter County to participate in a Town-hall meeting aimed at fostering constructive dialogue and collaboration between local leaders and community members. The event will take place on Thursday, April 11th, from 5:30 to 7:00 pm at the Kids Inc Building, located at 2201 SE 27th Ave, Amarillo, TX 79103.
The town-hall meeting will feature esteemed speakers from Potter County Precinct 2, including Commissioner Blair Schaffer, Constable Georgia Estrada, and Justice of the Peace Robert Taylor. These dedicated leaders will address the community and engage in meaningful discussions on matters vital to the progress and well-being of Amarillo and Potter County. All attendees are encouraged to actively participate in the dialogue, ask questions, and share their insights and concerns. This town-hall meeting provides an invaluable opportunity for citizens to voice their opinions, offer suggestions, and collaborate with local officials to drive positive change and enhance our community. Commissioner Blair Schaffer emphasizes the importance of community engagement, stating, “We value the input of our residents and recognize the significance of open communication in shaping the future of our county. This town-hall meeting serves as a platform for productive discourse and mutual understanding between our leaders and the community we serve.” Constable Georgia Estrada adds, “As representatives of Potter County Precinct 2, we are committed to transparency and accountability in our governance. We look forward to hearing from our constituents and working together to address their needs and concerns.” Justice of the Peace Robert Taylor echoes these sentiments, stating, “Our goal is to build a stronger, more cohesive community where every voice is heard and every resident feels empowered.” I urge all citizens to join us at the town-hall meeting and be a part of the conversation.
All residents of Amarillo and Potter County are encouraged to attend this important event and contribute to the ongoing efforts to improve our community. Together, we can make a positive impact and ensure a brighter future for generations to come. For more information about the town-hall meeting, please contact:
Commissioner Blair Schaffer
806-379-2422
Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo
Hello,
We would love to have your team join us for our Earth Day Celebration with Atmos Energy this Saturday!
PRESS RELEASE
ATMOS ENERGY HELPS CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH THE MAVERICK BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF AMARILLO!
“Atmos Energy has gone above and beyond in their support of the kids Earth Day project!” said Donna Soria, CEO and Executive Director of the Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo. “Their commitment to supporting our mission of serving all the kids in our community that need us is truly inspiring!”
WHO: Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo & Atmos Energy Employees & Their Families
WHAT: Planting Trees and Community Clean-Up for Earth Day
WHEN: Saturday, April 27
TIME: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHERE: New Light Ministries (1001 NE 24th Ave. Amarillo, TX 79107)
CONTACT: Ashley Hampton, ashleyh@maverickclub.org, (918) 801-6608
The Maverick Boys & Girls Club of Amarillo is excited to announce its Earth Day celebration, taking place on Saturday, April 27th, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at New Light Ministries, located at 1001 NE 24th Ave. This event aims to teach kids at the Maverick environmental stewardship and community engagement through tree planting and community clean up with employees and their families from Atmos Energy.
“Trees and kids both represent life, and we believe in this project that the Maverick is doing in this community, and we wanted to be a part of it and Earth Day is the perfect kick-off to say our planet, our kids, and this project will be around for a long, long time!” said Michael Gonzales, Atmos Energy.
The kids from the Club will be paired with Atmos employees and together will plant 7 fruit trees and participate in a neighborhood community cleanup effort to beautify the surrounding area of the new camp location at New Light Ministries. Together the Maverick and Atmos are highlighting the significance of community partnerships in building a sustainable future for our community, our kids, and even our world.
Every year, summer registration fills up in minutes causing an immediate waiting list for parents who are trying to stay in the workforce. This year the Maverick is trying to meet the community’s need by serving up to 100 more kids by adding an additional location. The Maverick will offer two different camps to choose from: The traditional daily summer camp on Lincoln Street or the new addition- Performing Arts Summer Camp located at New Light Ministries, 1001 NE 24TH.
Members of the Club specifically selected this new location for their Earth Day project in preparation for the new camp. It will be an exciting day as auditions to be in the Performing Arts Summer Camp will be held while the Earth Day project is going on outside. This Friday, 4/26, and Saturday, 4/27, offers a chance for talented individuals to secure a spot with tuition covered. The Performing Arts Summer Camp provides a dynamic platform for young individuals to explore their creativity and talent across various disciplines, including music, dance, drama, and more. By participating in the camp, children can foster confidence, teamwork skills, and a lasting appreciation for the arts and will be able to leave with their first portfolio!
Thank you,
Ashley Howard
Charitable Engagement Director
Maverick Boys & Girls Clubs of Amarillo
ashleyh@maverickclub.org
[o] 806-372-8393
[c] 918-801-6608
Ascension Academy Academic Signing Day
We would love for you to help us celebrate our 15 graduating Seniors at Ascension Academy Tuesday, April 30th, as we host an Academic College signing event! Please see the attached details about the event and the college destinations for each Senior. This class of 15 Seniors has earned nearly 2.3 million in merit-based scholarships!
We hope to see you here, and we hope that you will help us give them some recognition in our community for all of their hard work.
Ascension Academy to Hold Academic Senior Signing Day
Amarillo, TX — Ascension Academy is pleased to announce
that 100 percent of their high school seniors were accepted to the colleges of their
choice for the next step in their educational journeys.
Fifteen will graduate from Ascension Academy on May 24, 2024. Ascension
Academy will host a Senior Academic Signing Day on Tuesday, April 30, 2024 at
2:45 pm, in the Ascension Academy Gymnasium located at 9301 Ascension Pkwy,
to celebrate the academic successes of each senior and their college or university
decision.
At the time of this release, all 15 seniors were accepted to a total of 31 colleges
with $2,296,500 in university-offered, merit-based scholarships.
Two seniors will graduate with not only an Ascension Academy High School Diploma
but also have chosen to take and complete the Diplomas & Degrees program and
will receive an Associate’s Degree from Amarillo College. This rigorous program
required a dedication to extra coursework in addition to the challenging
college-prep classes at Ascension for these students.
Each Senior will have their table decorated for the school they are attending in the
Fall and will sign letters of intent in front of their teachers, peers and families. A list
of names and the schools they will be attending is below:
Everett Anderson- West Texas A&M University
Kiran Bolton- Southern Methodist University
Wesley Brantley- Sterling College
Elijah Chow- Oklahoma State University
Reagan Cruz- University of Colorado, Colorado Springs
Caleb Drummond- Texas A&M University
Sophia Hall- University of Nebraska
Sarah Jones- Texas A&M University
Amy O’Brien- Baylor University
Gabrielle Parker- Oklahoma State University
For Immediate Release
Contact: Sarah Silva, Director of Marketing
806.382.1202
Date: May 3, 2022
ssilva@ascensionacademy.org
Gregory Parker- Oklahoma State University, Honors College
Veronica Portillo- Kansas State University
Joseph Raef- West Texas A&M University
Andres Rios- Stephen F Austin University
Smua Cum Laude, Valedictorian and Salutatorian announcements will be made on
May 14th at the Baccalaureate Chapel Ceremony at Ascension Academy.
Media is invited to join Ascension Academy for this special day. Inquiries about
Academic Senior Signing Day should be directed to Marketing Director, Sarah Silva,
at 806-382-1202.
Ascension Academy is the only private college preparatory academy in the Texas Panhandle,
serving students in grades 6-12, in a challenging, faith affirming environment to maximize the
potential of every student. Ascension Academy inspires young people to embrace the school’s
motto, Veritas et Virtus, as they prepare for lives that are both successful and significant. For
more information about Ascension Academy, please visit AscensionAcademy.org.
Thank you in advance. Have a great day!
Let’s Party! Cinco de Mayo event
SUPPORT YOUR AC HISPANIC STUDENTS ASSOCIATION AND HAVE A BLAST!!
Come out to the Clock Tower for a great celebration and much needed brain break!
We will have GREAT prizes for Loteria! – BEATS headphones, JBL Bluetooth speaker, lots of gift cards!!
Tons of candy in the pinata!
Frappes from El Paleton!
Aguas Frescas!
Rockin J Barbecue and Tanya’s Burgers food trucks in the circle drive!