CASE for Kids’ summer programming is a time to build practical life skills that will serve students long after the school year begins. More than a dozen students from Deuitt Middle School in Spring Independent School District have spent the past few weeks practicing interview techniques, strengthening communication skills and learning the importance of teamwork.  

Out-of-school time professionals use funding from the Nita M. Lowey 21st Century Community Learning Center to introduce students to a variety of career pathways through interactive, hands-on experiences designed to spark curiosity. Students recently explored the world of cosmetology through styling workshops, where staff taught them to create various hairstyles and manicure designs, while partnerships with businesses like Lift Enrichment offered culinary classes. Students spent an hour each week with Chef Teri, where they prepared recipes together and learned about nutrition, food safety and the value of making informed choices in the kitchen.  

By combining career exploration with real-world skills, CASE for Kids continues to ensure summer learning is both enriching and memorable. Each activity and experience empowers students to return to school with new knowledge, greater confidence and a broader view of their future possibilities.