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WorkTexas: Empowering Adults with Skills and Job Support

6/11/2025

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Summary

Story summary

WorkTexas provides evening classes for adults, emphasizing technical skills and work ethics.
The program boasts an impressive 88% completion rate, with graduates earning an average of $23 per hour.
Graduates receive ongoing support, including job placement follow-ups and resource connections.
Community partnerships are tackling challenges like childcare and transportation.
Plans are in place to expand the program beyond Houston, utilizing local support networks.

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Story summary

WorkTexas provides evening classes for adults, emphasizing technical skills and work ethics.
The program boasts an impressive 88% completion rate, with graduates earning an average of $23 per hour.
Graduates receive ongoing support, including job placement follow-ups and resource connections.
Community partnerships are tackling challenges like childcare and transportation.
Plans are in place to expand the program beyond Houston, utilizing local support networks.