Helping Our Students To Succeed
H.O.S.T.S.
Named Texas Chamber of Commerce & Texas Association of Business Education Program of the Year 2003

View the H.O.S.T.S. Brochure (pdf)

 
A partnership of the Graham Chamber of Commerce and the Graham Independent School District.

The Graham Chamber of Commerce, in conjunction with Graham Independent School District, has implemented the Helping Our Students To Succeed Program at the local high school.

Business people across the area team up to "mentor" one class of Graham High School students. Now in its fourth year, HOSTS' vision is to shepherd students from their freshman year through graduation.

 
PROGRAM GOALS:
  • Planning, developing, and implementing partnerships that support efforts to help students develop the basic knowledge and skills necessary for managing the dual roles of family member and for managing the dual roles of family member and wage earner, gaining entry-level employment, and continuing the student's education or training at the post-secondary level.
  • Developing partnerships among teachers, counselors, administrators, parents, post-secondary education, the community, business and industry, and other entities to assist students in mastering the knowledge and skills needed to succeed.
  • Encouraging all school personnel to actively participate in partnership efforts.
  • Utilizing partnerships with community organizations, business/industry, parents, and other individuals and groups to implements support programs and services for students.
  • Involving partnerships in developing work-based career development experiences for all students.
  • Utilizing partnerships to promote community support for career and technology education programs.
  • Involving partnerships in identifying and securing resources.
  • Making career and technology education opportunities available to all students through partnerships with public post-secondary institutions, trade or technical schools.