Astros FouNdAtioN CACtus JACk HBCu ClAssiC eveNts

By: Crystal LaShan

The Astros Foundation helped students and parents make a big decision a little easier to maneuver. This was unprecedented exposure for Houston area students who may not get an opportunity to explore career and college options. As part of the Cactus Jack HBCU Classic, the Astros Foundation hosted the Astros Youth Academy College Fair at Minute Maid Park. The college fair featured over 100 colleges, universities, and military recruiters. It was free for high school students in 9th to 12th grade and their parents. Each participating student received a ticket to attend the tournament on the day of the event.

Thank you, Paula Harris, Astros Youth Academy, and the Astros Foundation for being a World Class organization and our beloved World Champions on and off the field. This was an amazing event for all who participated, but especially for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) who are often overlooked or left out. This was a very diverse and inclusive event. We can’t wait until next year!

The Houston Independent School District Purchasing Services Department located at 4400 West 18th Street, Houston, TX 77092 is soliciting Request for Proposals (RFP) via the District’s electronic bidding portal. Proposers may login to view specifications and submit their responses at the following link https://houstonisd.ionwave.net/Login.aspx until 10:00 a.m. (CST) Tuesday, April 4, 2023, for the following solicitation:

• RFP 23-01-04 Storm Water Quality Management and Permit Services

Pre-proposal conferences via Microsoft Teams will be held in conjunction with this RFP. Information regarding dates, times, and instructions to receive a link to join the meeting can be located within the electronic bidding portal under the “Event Details” tab specific to this solicitation.