HOUSTON, July 23,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Mission Success is thrilled to
announce its new membership with the Squash and Education Alliance
(SEA), becoming the latest addition to a network dedicated to
providing transformative educational and athletic opportunities to
underserved youth. This partnership marks an exciting milestone for
Mission Success, promising expanded opportunities and resources for
the students it serves.
Founded in 2011, Mission Success has been a beacon of hope and
empowerment for students in Houston's communities. By offering year-round
academic support, health and wellness programming, athletics, and
enriching corporate mentor relationships, Mission Success has
significantly impacted the lives of many young individuals. As the
only program of its kind in Texas,
Mission Success leverages a proven urban squash after-school model
to foster both physical and academic success.
"We are thrilled to join the Squash and Education Alliance,"
said Maggie Trendell, Executive
Director of Mission Success. "The support and access provided by
SEA will open up incredible opportunities for our students on a
national and international scale, allowing us to make an even
greater impact on the Houston
community. Being part of a network of like-minded organizations
with shared goals is a game-changer for all of us in Houston."
Mission Success's partnership with SEA is set to enhance the
program's ability to deliver life-changing experiences to its
students. SEA's extensive network includes 21 member organizations
in the U.S. and six international partners, all committed to
combining squash, academics, mentoring, and college prep support.
This collaboration will enable Mission Success to provide its
students with unique educational and athletic experiences,
including national and international tournaments, camps, and
conferences.
"We are excited to welcome Mission Success into the SEA family,"
said Tim Wyant, Executive Director
of SEA. "Mission Success has been making an extraordinary
difference in the lives of Houston
children and families for years. We look forward to collaborating
with and learning from its dedicated staff, board, students, and
alumni. Their innovative partnership with Hogg Middle School and
the Houston Independent School District is particularly impressive,
and we are eager to support their continued success."
Mission Success is poised to take full advantage of the
resources and opportunities provided by SEA, furthering its mission
to prepare economically disadvantaged students to succeed in
college and as productive young adults who give back to their
communities.
About Squash and Education Alliance:
Founded in 2005, the Squash and Education Alliance (SEA) is the
umbrella organization and governing body for a network of 21 U.S.
member organizations and six international partners. SEA combines
squash, academics, mentoring, and college prep support to serve
over 2,500 students from under-resourced communities, aiming to
provide transformative educational and athletic opportunities.
For more information about Mission Success and its programs,
please visit https://missionsuccesshouston.org/.
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and YouTube for the latest updates and news.
Contact:
Maggie Trendell
Executive Director, Mission Success
Email: mtrendell@missionsuccess.org
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