We are wrapping up 2025 with a webinar that brings real energy and insight to the vital role Community Health Workers (CHWs) play in supporting adolescent health across schools and communities. This conversation will dig into how CHWs build trust, engage families, and strengthen community capacity in ways that make a meaningful difference for young people.

We are thrilled to welcome Victoria Adewumi, MPH, and Dr. Noelle Wiggins, Co-Executive Directors of the CHW Center for Research and Evaluation. They will share practical examples, lessons learned, and what it truly looks like when CHWs are equipped to support youth where they are.

Join us as we close out the year with learning, connection, and inspiration for the work ahead.

Thank you for engaging with Texas is Ready this year!

Healthy Futures of Texas is launching a Community Health Worker (CHW) Training Program in Spring 2026 to expand training opportunities for those supporting maternal, child, and adolescent health across the state.

This program will provide new opportunities for individuals working to strengthen connections to care, share vital health information, and support families in their communities.

Now in its 15th year, the Healthy Futures Symposium brings together youth-serving and women’s health professionals from across Texas for training, timely insights, and strategies to strengthen sexual and reproductive health programs.

Early-bird registration is open through December 31, 2025, with a $50 discount using promo code EARLYBIRD.

The 2026 Symposium will be held in-person April 27–29 in Round Rock, Texas, with an additional virtual programming day on April 30.

Continuing education credits will be offered across multiple disciplines.

Researchers at UTHealth Houston are evaluating how effective iCHAMPSS is in helping Texas schools adopt and sustain sexual health education.

Who is eligible?
• Texas public or charter districts not currently implementing an evidence-based sexual and reproductive health curriculum
• District/school administrators
• Health and PE teachers
• Nurses, counselors, and other social or health service staff

What’s involved?
• Districts are randomly assigned to receive iCHAMPSS in either the fall or spring
• Participants complete brief, confidential surveys (15–20 minutes) at the start of year one and end of each semester
• Surveys can be completed anytime on any device
• Participants are compensated for each survey completed

If you’re interested in learning more or participating, please complete the form below.

Did you know that Texas is Ready provides direct, one-on-one support to school districts, charters, SHACs, and communities?

Submit this form and let us know how we can support you in implementing high-quality sexual health education.