17th Annual State of the Schools

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce’s Education Division will host the 17th Annual State of the Schools event on Wednesday, November 13, 2024 from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM at Safari Texas Ranch. This event is generously presented by our Title Sponsor, Stantec.

The State of the Schools brings together the Superintendents from Stafford Municipal School District, Lamar Consolidated Independent School District, and Fort Bend Independent School District, to present their plans for the future of over 120,000 students they serve in their respective districts. With discussion led by Education Division Co-Chair, Jennifer Henrikson, join us to hear their vision and direction for our future workforce and business leaders in Fort Bend County. Don’t miss the opportunity to hear their plans for the 2024-2025 school year and beyond. This event is sponsored by Alpine Education Services, AUTOARCH Architects, LLC, DBR Engineering Consultants, Inc., E Contractors, Gulf Coast Educators Federal Credit Union, Houston Community College, Linebarger Law Firm, LLP, Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital, MWA Architects, Inc., PBK Architects, Inc., Pfluger Architects, Rice & Gardner Consultants, Inc., Rogers, Morris & Grover, Sienna, Smart Financial Credit Union, Spalding | Nichols | Lamp | Langlois, TDECU, Thompson & Horton LLP, TNP Katy, VLK Architects, Wharton County Junior College, and Whitley Penn, LLP.

Registration and sponsorships are now open for Fort Bend Chamber members. Presenting Sponsor: $2,000, includes seating for ten (10) with priority placement at event, company logo on all marketing materials and social platforms, and recognition during event. Underwriting Sponsor: $1,000, includes seating for eight (8) with priority placement at event, company name on all marketing materials and social platforms, and recognition during event. Corporate Table: $800, includes seating for eight (8) at event. Individual Member Reservation: $45, includes individual reservation at event. Details of upcoming events can be found at www.FortBendChamber.com  or contact Rebekah Beltran at 281-566-2158 or Rebekah@fortbendcc.org.

The Education Division of the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is under the leadership of Co-Chairs, Jennifer Henrikson, Stantec, and Chair-Elect Jim Rice, Rice & Gardner Consultants, Inc. The Education Division’s passion is building awareness and connections between the business sector, community leaders, and education. By keeping its members engaged with current events impacting education on a local and national level; the division’s goal is to create opportunities for individuals to invest in education.

About the Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce

The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce is a 5-star accredited and largest single-county chamber in the greater Houston region. As the advocate for excellence in Fort Bend County and beyond, we do essential work to protect the business interests in our region.  The organization has been able, over the last 50 years, to be a strong and successful voice for business due to the solid and impressive investment of our members.  The Fort Bend Chamber of Commerce creates, enhances and promotes the dynamic environment in which we work and live.