Established in 1995, Dare to Dream (DTD) is a nine-month, elementary-school-based program that boosts self-esteem in children by providing them access to positive role models. Co-sponsored by the Harris County Juvenile Probation Department, DTD uses interactive math and science curriculum, as well as career discussions with astronauts and other professionals, to get students thinking about their futures and exploring the exciting possibilities. 

The program kicks off each year with a personal visit from Bernard Harris, who distributes cards with his personal credo – the ABCs, which stands for ”I can Achieve, if I Believe and Conceive my dream.” During the first semester, bi-weekly curriculum is designed to teach students about respect, responsibility and other values. Second semester curriculum focuses on introducing students to interesting and exciting career fields. Volunteer juvenile probation officers visit the schools regularly, reinforcing Harris’ message of the ABCs, as well as the need for self-esteem, responsibility and getting along with others. During the entire year, students also perform at least two community service projects. They maintain journals throughout the entire year, which are monitored by school officials for progress. In the end, DTD results in students having an increased desire to stay in school, dreaming of successful careers and setting their goals for achievement. Email us for more information.

Dare to Dream 2008-2009 Schools

Atherton Elementary
(CIS)

Briar Meadow Charter School

2011 Solo

Houston, Texas 77020

Phone: 713.671.4100

Fax: 713.671.4104

Albert Lee Lemons, Principal

Karren Edwards, Project Manager 

kedwards@cis.houston.org

Phone: 713.676.0165

Cell: 832.588.1433 

kedward3@houstonisd.org

Veronica Davis, Assistant

Sharon Blacklock, Juvenile Probation Officer

Phone: 713.222.4336

E-Fax: 713.437.8422

3601 Dunvale

Houston, Texas  77063

Phone: 713.458.5500

Fax: 713.458.5506

Peter Heinze, Principal

Rosa Woodfork, Sponsor rwoodfo1@houstonisd.org

Steve Levine, Sponsor  silevine@sbcglobal.net

Phone: 832.867.2721

Rhonda De Los Santos, Juvenile Probation Officer

rhonda.delossantos@hcjpd.hctx.net

 

Burrus Elementary School (CIS)

Cage Elementary
(CIS)

Fine Arts Magnet

701 E 33rd St
Houston, Texas 77022

Phone: 713.867.5180

Fax: 713.867.5182

Jessie Woods, Principal

Emilio Herrera, CIS Project Manager

eherrera@cis-houston.org

Phone: 713.426.3480

Kimberly Scott, Assistant

Angela Gabriel, Juvenile Probation Officer

4528 Leeland,

Houston 77023-3047

Fax: 713.924.1704

Dr. Jose Covarrubia, Principal

Rose Amaro, Project Manager CIS Phone: 713.926.7061

Pager: 281.267.9938

ramaro@houstonisd.org

Ms. Sanez, Teacher

Myrta_Fariza, Juvenile Probation Officer

myrta.fariza@hcjpd.hctx.net

 

Carroll Academy for International Studies (Aldine ISD)

Chambers Elementary (CIS) (Alief ISD)

423 W. Gulf Bank Road

Houston, Texas 77037

Phone: 281.878.0340

Resie Wilson, Principal

 

Magnet Coordinator and Sponsor

 

Phone:

Cell:

Tangela Griggs, Counselor

Dalila Penaloza, Juvenile Probation Officer

dalila.penaloza@hcjpd.hctx.net

Phone: 713.228.2035

 

10700 Carvel Lane

Houston, Texas 77072

Mary Hodges, Principal

Stephanie Houston, Assistant Principal

Phone: 281.983.8313

Fax: 281.983.8493

John Perry, Sponsor

Nohemi Sanchez, Sponsor

Office: 281.498.7206

Cell: 713.410.2678

Juan Ibanez, Juvenile Probation Officer

juan.ibanez@hcjpd.hctx.net

 

Foster Elementary

Klentzman Intermediate (CIS)

Donna Glover
Intervention Specialist
3919 Ward
Houston, Texas 77021
Phone: 713-746-8260
Fax: 713-746-8263
Email: dglover1@houstonisd.org

(Alief ISD) (5th and 6th)

11100 Stancliff

Houston, Texas 77099

Syble Ned, CIS Project Manager

saned@alief.isd.tenet.edu

Nicolette Martinez Harris, Case Manager

Sonya Vader, Principal

Phone: 281.983.7837

Richard Evans, Juvenile Probation Officer

richard.evans@hcjpd.hctx.net

Raymond Livingston, Juvenile Probation Officer

L.E. Monahan Elementary (Sheldon ISD)

Royalwood Elementary (Sheldon ISD)

8901 Deep Valley

Houston, Texas 77044

Phone: 281.454.2900

Fax: 281.454.2975

Brenda Emanuel, Principal

Phone: 281.454.2900

bemanuel@sheldon.k12.tx.us

Enita Brumfield, Assistant Principal

Cindy Campbell, Sponsor

Coordinator of Counseling & Guidance Services

Phone: 281.729.2081

ccampbell@sheldon.k12.tx.us

Janet Price, Counselor

Phone: 281.454.2922

jprice@sheldon.k12.us.tx

 

7715 Royalwood Drive

Houston, Texas 77049

Phone: 281.454.2700

Kristi Amarantos, Principal

Phone: 281.454.2700

kamarantos@sheldon.k12.tx.us

Sheila Mixon, Assistant Principal

Jamie Shields, Counselor

Phone: 281.454.2754

jshields@sheldon.k12.tx.us

Florisel Sierra, Juvenile Probation Officer

 



DARE TO DREAM by Carole Allen

Refusing to believe the odds were against him, Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr., rose from humble beginnings to the height of success as an astronaut, physician and entrepreneur. As a child from a broken home, he found encouragement from his mother and family to pursue his education as a physician and later as an astronaut. Harris not only flew two Space Shuttle missions, but became the first African-American to walk in space. His drive for achievement is only topped by his passion to help youth follow in his footsteps through the "Dare to Dream" program. The remarkable achievements of Dr. Bernard A. Harris, Jr. are an inspiration to everyone.

Pages: 44
Subject: BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY / Science & Technology
Book Format: Portrait 8.5 x 11
Reading Level: 1 - 12
Age Level: 7 - 18

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