Gave away 4 soapberries  and 5 mulberries starter plants to Houston and Sugar Land locals

Gave away 4 soapberry starter plants and 11 mulberry starter plants to Houston and Sugar Land locals

We are finding ways to contribute to society even the COVID pandemic is still ongoing. Members of Fort Bend TX branch organized a free online Physics tutorial session. We gathered a few Physics high achievers, including a F=MA qualifier of year 2020, put together materials, and held a free online warm-up and Q&A session to […]

Due to COVID-19, all school and community activities are suspended. We are constrained at home for social distancing. Although we can no longer organize in-person activities, we are finding ways to contribute to society. Members of Fort Bend TX branch organized online AIME tutorial sessions and a mock test/review. The annual AIME test sponsored by […]

Due to COVID-19, all school and community activities are suspended. We are constrained at home for social distancing. Although we can no longer organize in-person activities, we are finding ways to contribute to society. Members of Fort Bend TX branch conducted volunteering work in cyber space. We spent time on bettering our MathCircleOnline.org site, primarily […]

The spring is upon us. In response to city council’s call, members of AYLUS Fort Bend Branch had a fulfilling day volunteering at the city’s animal service facility again. Due to the compelling concerns of ongoing COVID-19 spreading, we were asked to keep good distance from each other and focus on the work in a […]

Today in cooperation with the Serve Sugar Land, a non-profit advocated by the city, members of AYLUS Fort Bend Branch had a fulfilling day volunteering at the city’s animal service facility. We gave our love, exercise and socialization much needed by the dogs and cats. Considering the preparation, orientation from staff, and sustained clean-up and […]

The outbreak of a new coronavirus that began in Wuhan China has infected and kill many people. Most of hospitals in Wuhan are overwhelmed, the doctors and the nurses have been working day and night to save the patient’s life, and meanwhile they are struggling a shortage of fast consumed medical supplies like face masks, […]

We are continuing our good tradition on contest math tutorial. Free tutorial is given to a group of junior students on topic of elementary geometry proof. The class is divided into two sessions. With preparation work considered, we contributed about 8 hours of volunteering effort altogether.  

A turkey trot is a footrace that is intended to benefit local charities. The Houston Turkey Trot is the second largest foot race in Houston and has been a family tradition for nearly 25 years. The event supports Neighborhood Centers– the largest community development organization in Texas. By supporting the Houston Turkey Trot, we will […]

Contest math is always a popular activity in our area. Since we have a few math talents in our branch, we hosted free contest math tutorials for younger students, primarily on the prestigious MathLeague and MathCounts competition. The audiences include both elementary and middle school students. This is the second wave of effort. The tutorial […]

More than 300 students representing FBISD high schools came together for a day of soul searching, reflection and learning as they took part in the annual High School Diversity Conference. The Diversity Conference gives high school students around the district a chance to engage with peers. This year, FBISD students are taking action to end […]

Contest math is always a popular activity in our area. Since we have a few math talents in our branch, we hosted free contest math tutorials for younger students, primarily on the prestigious MathLeague and MathCounts competition. The audiences include both elementary and middle school students. The tutorial went for two days with the total […]

FBISD is hosting the District’s annual College Nights. The event gives participants an opportunity to learn about educational opportunities available from accredited colleges and universities. Participants will meet with representatives from Ivy League schools, in and out of state public and private institutions, junior and community colleges, military academies, scholarship foundations and other institutions of […]

Our school district’s Counseling and Postsecondary Readiness Department teamed up with Advocates of Healthy Minds to bring a mental health awareness and wellness campaign to the community. The vision is to grow the initiative to include more campus activities for students, including lessons, school-wide campaigns and parent education. The activity gave parents, students and staff […]

Bring your family, friends and lawn chairs to the Sugar Land Town Square to enjoy a free Movie Under the Moon! July’s showing is The Lego Movie 2. Teamed up with other organizations, members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch helped with equipment, seats, and general assistance. This is our second round of such activities. We […]

The city of Sugar Land’s Fourth of July celebration is taking place at The Crown Festival Park on July 4, from 4-10 p.m. with the largest fireworks show Sugar Land has seen. This year’s event highlighted patriotic family fun with activities for all to enjoy coupled with great food and a variety of music. Festive […]

For the 3rd time we offered free coaching for young kids. This volunteer work was carried out in early morning and evening sessions with each session lasting for about 3 hours. This should the last time before summer camp season.  

Our tradition continues. Once again we offered free coaching for young kids. We not only teach the basics of a sport, but also coach kids in important values like teamwork, sportsmanship, hardwork, and having fun! This volunteer work was carried out in early morning and evening sessions with each session lasting for about 3 hours. […]

Summer vacation is upon us. So is our tradition. Before we get busy with academic activities, we worked with the community pool management and offer free coaching for young kids. We not only teach the basics of a sport, but also coach kids in important values like teamwork, sportsmanship, hardwork, and having fun! This volunteer […]

The City of Sugar Land honors the brave men and women of U.S. Armed Forces for their selfless service by hosting its 10th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony. This event is free and open to the public. The program includes patriotic music, educational and commemorative activities, on-site military exhibits, a flag ceremony, and food available for purchase. […]

It’s a summer time tradition! Bring your family, friends and lawn chairs to the Sugar Land Town Square on Saturday evenings throughout the summer to enjoy a free Movie Under the Moon. Teamed up with other organizations, members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch committed a good deal of time to help with equipment, seats, and […]

Calling all travelers! Get ready for exciting cultural performances and activities at Clements iFest  2019. The international event celebrates the diversity of cultures within the community and features dozens of local organizations that showcase their unique and vibrant heritages from all around the world through performances, art, food, and activities. Members of AYLUS Fort Bend […]

Did you know that scientists have found up to 750,000 bits of plastic in a single square kilometer in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Most of the waste produced on land eventually reaches oceans, yet millions of  pieces of litter accumulate on Texas roadways each year. To fight for a clean world, Keep Sugar Land […]

Members of Fort Bend branch volunteered at the water station at the St Paddy’s Half Marathon 2019 in Sugar Land, TX. Our responsibility is to set up and staff the course water station, fill cups ½ with water, distribute trash bins past the station and provide runners and walkers with water as they pass and […]

Sugar Land Parks and CenterPoint Energy are once again partnering for the Right Tree, Right Place Volunteer Tree Planting Event at Brazos River Park. Members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch assisted City & CenterPoint employees with planting 30-40, 15-30 gallon trees. We wore closed toe shoes, gloves, long pants and comfortable clothes, and volunteered for […]

Through Tutor’s World, a local student reached to AYLUS Fort Bend branch members and requested tutoring on competition math. Jason Wu volunteered for the effort. By visiting his house nearby, Jason gave the student hands-on tutoring on Combinatorics, Geometry and Number Theory three days in a row with each session accounted for approximately 3 hours. […]

In collaboration with Serve for Good, members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch volunteered for the program Friends of the Houston Public Library. The Friends processes books that have been donated by Houston Public Library branches and by the community, then sells the books at affordable quarterly book sales and on its Amazon storefront. The sales fund literacy and cultural […]

On Jan. 12, 2019, members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch volunteered at the Missouri City Little League. The event is Field Maintenance Day. Our work is to tidy up the baseball field including: mowing, cleaning, painting, field repairing and dirt laying.    

Sugar Land Town Square became a winter wonderland as thousands gathered for one of Sugar Land’s finest traditions. With activities for all ages, themed performances, food, and a special appearance by Santa Claus, the event welcomed the holiday season in true Sugar Land way! Members of AYLUS Fort Bend branch volunteered at the multi-day events […]

The 10th Annual Grant-A-Starr Foundation Family 5K &1 Mile Fun Run/Walk is back again with amazing teen board and volunteers to raise money for pediatric diagnostic testing and celebrate the life of Grant Starr. AYLUS  Fort Bend Branch gathered members and competed in the run to show the support. We are very proud to be part of the activity to contribute […]

In celebration of Veteran’s Day, Fort Bend Branch salutes heroes by helping with the ceremony in the city. We came to Memorial Park for our volunteer effort. Sugar Land Memorial Park was dedicated in 2007 in honor of veterans from Sugar Land and Fort Bend County, Texas. The entry to the park includes a ring of […]

Your time is a gift to hungry kids, seniors and others who may not have enough to eat.  Volunteers produce the equivalent of a meal a minute while helping the Houston Food Bank sort, process and pack food. AYLUS Fort Bend Branch planned this event to help make a difference. We registered for both afternoon and […]

Community spirit is the sense of identity shared by us. We manifest spirit in the exhibition of signature colors in dress and decoration. For this year’s Spirit Day, we are having an animal theme. Members of Fort Bend Branch dedicated their effort for the logistics behind the scene, in coordination with other community service groups.  

New VEX Robotics competition season is upon us again. The team members today had brainstorm meeting to craft an action plan. The team structure remains the same, with Eric Wu being the Captain, the members include Kevin Jin, Jason Wu, and Andrew Hsiung. As always, this meeting continues our traditional of free tutoring for novices. […]

When it comes to summer in our community, 4th of July is absolutely one of the season’s biggest highlights. Yes, our most popular and well attended event each year takes place on July 4th. The members of AYLUS Fort Bend Branch contribute their volunteering effort as usual. Adults and children participate by marching through the community. […]

Summer vacation is upon us. Before some of us head for various summer camps, we worked with the community pool management and offer free coaching for young kids. We not only teach the basics of a sport, but also coach kids in important values like teamwork, sportsmanship, hardwork, and having fun! This volunteer work was […]

The City of Sugar Land honors the brave men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces for their selfless service by hosting its 10th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony. This year’s commemorative ceremony once again included tributes from members of the community and words of remembrance from our local veterans. Members of AYLUS Fort Bend Branch saluted […]

Today in cooperation with Whole Food at Sugar Land, members of AYLUS Fort Bend Branch participated in volunteering activity mainly for environment clean-up such as garbage removal etc. The weather wasn’t very inviting, but we managed to compete the mission in the muddy field. The work lasted from 8:00AM to 3:00PM, approximately an 6 hours […]

AYLUS team participated 2018 VEX Robotics State Championship Competition. All members joined the effort for the whole day. Although this time we didn’t make it to the top, I did tried our best to unlock our potentials.      

With the MathCircleOnline web site recovered from malware attack, Eric Wu made further web site clean-up and re-designed the front page for better user experiences.  

The year of 2018 is upon us. A fresh start. A new chapter in life waiting to be written. Our robot building and free tutoring activity continues with the commitment as strong as any other year. Today AYLUS Robot team had a full-day session with members building the robot for upcoming competition. As always, we also […]

Due to malware attacks, MathCircleOnline and other AYLUS-affiliated web sites were out of service. Eric Wu constructed a replacement web site for MathCircleOnline while the recovery work was on the way. This ensures our math video service to continue to serve volunteers. The workload was considerable. It took about two days to make the replacement web […]

Hurricane Harvey hit houston area with heavy punches. Despite the devastating tragedies, Texasans stand strong and resilent. With the chaotic situations slowly and surely diminished, our robot building and free tutoring activity comes back in track as well. Today we had a full-day session with AYLUS Robot team members building the robot for upcoming competition. […]

241 years ago, our Founders lit the flame of freedom. Today we celebrate & thank those who preserve that freedom. Every year, the residents at our community host a grand celebration event. Tricking out a bike with flag-inspired frills is a long-standing Fourth of July tradition. Follow this parade, and gear up to cruise with […]

We made good shows in the last VEX Robot event cycle. We decided to act early for the next round. The team representing AYLUS should remain the same which consists of mainly Fort Bend TX Branch members including Gan Liu, Eric Wu, Kevin Jin and Jason Wu. Led by Gan, members have worked actively during […]

The 6th Annual “Chic Children For A Cause” Children’s Fashion Show is here! This fun-filled event also included an art contest in which young aspiring artists from local schools and organizations submitted their works of art. The winning piece of art was used for all promotions and marketing for next year’s fashion show. After the ending of […]

In the summer of 2005 soon after completing the first grade, Grant Starr, an otherwise extremely healthy and energetic seven-year old, contracted a seemingly common viral infection. After several days and multiple visits to his pediatrician, Grant’s symptoms progressed to the point that he suffered seizures and was admitted to Texas Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive […]

Videos are often the best way to showcase memorable moments. Using software to create videos, however, requires skills. Andrew Hsiung, a member of AYLUS Fort Bend TX branch, steps up to offer helps. He spent hours and hours of time and made a tutorial video on how to use iMovie to create videos in Mac […]

The robot team went to Robert R. Shaw Center at Katy, TX for a round of VEX robot competition aiming for qualification of state competition. The competition lasted for a whole day on Dec. 17th, 2016. Gan Liu, Eric Wu and other members took a great effort to build the robot and perform to the […]

  A turkey trot is a footrace that is held on or around Thanksgiving Day in the United States. The city of Houston holds the turkey trots in order to benefit local charities. The Houston Turkey Trot is the second largest foot race in Houston and has been a family tradition for nearly 25 years. The event […]

The robot team that representing AYLUS went to the Houston Mini Maker Fair for a round of VEX robot competition focusing on robot build/drive skills challenge. The competition lasted for two whole days (on Nov. 12-13, 2016). Gan Liu, Eric Wu and Kevin Jin took a great effort to build the robot. We come from different […]

By Trick-or-Treating for UNICEF, you can be a superhero for millions of children in need this Halloween. These kids are just like you, except many of them live in countries where poverty or war or natural disaster make it difficult to get even the basics to survive. Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF began in 1950 as a […]

The robot team that representing AYLUS had the members come together to brainstorm about the upcoming competition events. Gan Liu, Eric Wu and Kevin Jin discussed design schema and competing strategies for hours. We are confident that we will have a great show in the upcoming competition in two weeks.

It’s the new robot competition season! The new robot team representing AYLUS is re-assembled. Now we have 4 elite members. We are on the way to reach the goal of qualifying for the ultimate annual international VEX robot contest. Today we spent more than 4 hours to ignite our journey by starting designing and assembling […]

AYLUS Fort Bend TX Branch member, Jason, has accomplished a commitment to volunteer as a junior swim coach at the local Commonwealth Piranhas Swim Team, a non-profit community-based organization with the mission to promote swimming as a lifelong activity to achieve personal best. During 05/31/2016 to 07/07/2016, he goes to the swim team and coaches […]

AYLUS Fort Bend TX Branch president, Eric, has accomplished a commitment to volunteer as a junior swim coach at the local Commonwealth Piranhas Swim Team, a non-profit community-based organization with the mission to promote swimming as a lifelong activity to achieve personal best. During 05/31/2016 to 06/17/2016, he goes to the swim team every day […]

AYLUS Fort Bend TX Branch president, Eric, has been on a mission to mentor mathlets for the math competitions at the middle school he used to attend. He goes to the middle school every Thursday since August 2015 to organize training sessions and mentor students for 3 to 4 hours each time. He enjoys the […]

In the summer of 2005 soon after completing the first grade, Grant Starr, an otherwise extremely healthy and energetic seven-year old, contracted a seemingly common viral infection. After several days and multiple visits to his pediatrician, Grant’s symptoms progressed to the point that he suffered seizures and was admitted to Texas Children’s Hospital Pediatric Intensive […]

Andrew is currently an 8th grader in Houston Texas area. He is very eager to be part of AYLUS so as to contribute his time and effort for the community. We warmly welcome Andrew to be an active member of our branch!  

The Fort Bend TX Branch members went to the VEX South Texas Championship Competition at League City, Texas on Feb. 26th, 2016.  We had very high expectations but unfortunately the results weren’t as ideal as we would have hoped for. Insufficient preparation due to heavy school activities and duties took a toll from us. However, on the bright side, thanks to […]

The Fort Bend TX Branch has held VEX robot event on Feb. 22nd, 2016. Members worked on the VEX Robot as usual. Our team has made impressive ranking in the series of competition events at the end of the last year. A new round of competition event is coming on the next Saturday (Feb. 27th). […]

It’s a new year! The Fort Bend TX Branch’s robot team now reboots. After the holiday season, we now resumes our robot build events. Gan Liu and Eric Wu worked out the logistics and now we continue to conduct our activities in the same facility. Today’s meeting is the first time in the year of 2016.

The holiday season is here again and we all look forward to spending time with our family and friends to laugh and play, and exchange gifts of joy with one another. It is also a time when we share our blessings with those less fortunate so they can also experience the joy of the holiday season. […]