By DaChar Lane
Commissioner Lesley Briones is committed to advancing opportunity for all residents in Precinct 4. Since entering office, she has ensured community centers offer programming designed to foster learning and growth for all ages. Whether you're polishing your resume, learning new tech skills, or navigating the legal system, the following resources offer practical tools to help you succeed.
Teen College Essay Club
- Freed Community Center
- Tuesday, October 14 | 5 – 6 p.m.
Ease into college essay prep and meet new friends! Harris County Public Library will provide practical tips and strategies to help high school students write their personal statements with confidence.
Navigate the Civil Court
- Bayland Community Center
- Wednesday, October 15 | 2 – 3 p.m.
Learn about the Texas court system and how to represent yourself.
Two-Part Microsoft Word Series
- Fonteno Senior Education Center
- October 15 – 16 | 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
Learn new skills and shortcuts in Microsoft Word. From creating and different types of documents to formatting text, this class is essential for any and all computer users.
Intro to Everyday AI Tools
- Radack Community Center
- Thursday, October 16 | 11 a.m. – Noon
This class breaks down the basics of Artificial Intelligence and teaches you how to interact with AI tools. No previous experience is needed.
Building a Strong Resume
- Burnett Bayland Community Center
- Wednesday, October 22 | 4 – 5 p.m.
Build a strong resume with this hands-on workshop presented by Harris County Public Library. Learn how to highlight your skills, tailor your experience, and avoid common mistakes.
Financial Literacy Series
- Bayland Community Center
- Offered throughout October from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Strengthen your understanding of personal finance foundations. This class is open to all and will touch on topics such as budgeting, credit scores, and debt to help you set smart and achievable financial goals.
English for the Workplace
- Bayland Community Center
- Offered throughout October from 3:30 – 5 p.m.
Improve your English skills with this eight-week series. It will focus on employment searches, interviews, applications, and workplace terms in trade jobs.
ESL Classes
- Bayland, Freed, and Glazier Community Centers
- Offered throughout October
Improve your written and spoken English. Classes are taught by trained volunteer tutors.
Property Law Overview
- Freed, Glazier, and Fonteno Community Centers
- Offered throughout October
Discover how to navigate property law in this informative seminar from Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library.
Precinct 4 is also proud to offer career-specific programming to support residents. The Apprenticeship Advantage Program, administered by the Texas Gulf Coast Area Labor Federation and NPower, provides on-the-job training and early job placement. Participants can choose between union trades and digital careers, including cybersecurity.