H.E.E.R. + Arts & Humanities
Projects

The Health Committee collaborates with communities to develop programs that promote the health and well being of underserved children in alignment with the National organization’s goals. These programs include, but are not limited to: asthma, obesity, juvenile diabetes, bullying, oral health, drug prevention (the Red Ribbon Program) and mental health.

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​​The Employment Committee engages children in understanding various careers in the work force. Our main goal is to assess student populations regarding interest in specific jobs and careers. Through Career Days, we provide students with personnel who share salient information about preparation, entry, and tenure through the various professions. When possible we provide srudents  with opportunities to visit work sites to see specific jobs in action.​ 

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From -Pre-K to high school this committee provides various hands on arts and craft workshops to youth ranging from Nursery to High School. The committee also partners with outsie agencies that give youth an opportunity to explore multiple experiences involving the Arts including but not limited to theater, music, visual, and fine arts in different settings. 

The thrust of the education program is to maximizee reading, writing, and mathematics performance in students. Specifically to improve scores on  yearly state examinations by working with administrators and teachers in developing apporpriate goals for students. We provide opportunities for students to celebrate  their academic successes through the tutorial services.

From Back to School Carnival Events to recreational fun at the movies, the Recreational Committee devotes fun fill activities that encourage young people to exercise their minds and body. We engage in parent involvement with our youth.

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The programs offered by our chapter are aligned with our national organization wherein  we create environments within our communities that empower children to have access to quality and appropriate opportunities to reach their optimal potential. Our chapter has developed partnerships with local churches, schools, sororities and fraternities, along with civic groups, and corporations to maximize our service to our children.