Hopefully it’s see you later instead of goodbye, but this week Harris County Department of Education celebrated the final days of service of two interns and thanked them for their service in supporting Department initiatives and in turn, Harris County students and families.
University of Houston students Hadi Totonchian and Sandra Teran joined HCDE for the fall semester as part of the school’s Civic Houston Internship Program through the Hobby School of Public Affairs. It connects UH juniors and seniors with government offices, nonprofit organizations and campaigns. Totonchian served his internship with the Education Foundation of Harris County, the philanthropic arm of HCDE, while Teran joined the Civic Engagement team for the last three months.
Both were busy, building relationships with community partners and assisting with HCDE programs and initiatives. Among those were Totonchian helping execute a successful EFHC Heart of Education Luncheon in October, and Teran assisting in information sessions ahead of November’s General Election.
Totonchian and Teran each received a $2,500 stipend for their service. HCDE wishes them all the best as they continue their education and public service.