On July 17th, AYLUS volunteers held a makeup class for the following week at Anna, one of the teachers, house. With the class only being an hour long, the class only had one student. With the student being from the intermediate class, the teachers decided to continue with the previous dance, Klaxon. The student was able to […]
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Dance and Art (#41): Pearland Branch Community K-Pop Dance Class (#17) on July 16, 2024
On July 16th, AYLUS volunteers resumed their summer dance lessons but this time at Anna, one of the other teachers, house. This week both the beginner and intermediate class got to work on a new song of their choice. The 5-6 class worked on Forever, a sharp yet elegant dance, while the 6-7 class worked on […]
Dance and Art (#40): Pearland Branch Community K-Pop Dance Class (#16) on July 12, 2024
On July 12th, AYLUS volunteers resumed their summer dance lessons at Abigail, one of the teachers, house. The class started with the usual stretch and warm up routine. The beginner class continued to work on and clean ABCD. The teachers taught a new part of the dance step by step for a better understanding of the […]
Dance and Art (#39): Pearland Branch Community K-Pop Dance Class (#15) on July 2, 2024
On Tuesday, July 2nd, AYLUS volunteers resumed their summer dance lessons at the community library. The lesson started with a simple stretch routine. They then moved on to cleaning ABCD, the dance from the week before. After a quick snack and water break, the intermediate class started. The students worked on a new song, called Armageddon. […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Community Chess Class (#67) on July 27, 2024
On Saturday, July 27, 2024, Joshua Meng, Brendon Jiang, and Roger Cui hosted the Pearland Branch volunteer chess lesson. We taught a variety of students ranging from beginners to advanced players through puzzles and practicing against other students. The students were introduced to many tactical aspects of the game such as the fork, pin, skewer, […]
Dance and Art (#38): Pearland Branch Community Art Class (#23) on July 27, 2024
On July 27, 2024, Aylus Pearland successfully hosted an inspiring art class at Pearland Westside Library, aimed at engaging community children in creative activities. The event was thoughtfully organized and led by two dedicated volunteers from Aylus Pearland, who brought enthusiasm and expertise to the session. The primary goal of the class was to teach […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#163): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#102) on July 25, 2024
On July 25, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. In the morning, the volunteers helped with a cooking class, and in the afternoon, they assisted participants in creating memory boards. Volunteers: Selena Zhang (6.5 hrs) Sarah Zhang (6.5 hrs) Daniel Zhang (6.5 hrs) Zoey Dou (6.5 hrs)
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#162): Pearland Volunteers Taught Bucket Drumming (#15) at GiGi’s Playhouse on July 24, 2024
On July 24, 2024, Pearland volunteers conducted a bucket drumming session for adults with special needs at GiGi’s Playhouse Houston. Seven participants enjoyed the lesson, which began with a review of previous material. They then drummed along to a song and played the “Red, Yellow, Green” game. Later, participants took turns leading a pattern while […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#161): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#101) on July 24, 2024
On July 24, 2024, volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. In the morning, they supported the center’s instructors with a Chinese class and a computer skill class. In the afternoon, they led a discussion on dinosaurs, teaching the participants about different types of dinosaurs and their habitats. Following this, the […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#160): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#100) on July 23, 2024
On July 23, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. In the morning, they supported the center’s instructors with an exercise class and a life skills class. In the afternoon, they led a discussion on the Chinese Zodiac, helping the participants identify their own zodiac signs. Following this, the […]
Dance and Art (#37): Pearland Branch Community Art Class (#22) on July 20, 2024
On July 20th, at the West Pearland Library, four members of the AYLUS Pearland branch continued their mission of inspiring and guiding young talents (ages 3-13) in the Pearland community. The focus of the class was on creating defined shapes with simple lines and vibrant colors, with the chosen subjects being koi fish and a […]
Dance and Art (#36): Pearland Branch Community Art Class (#21) on July 13, 2024
On July 13th, AYLUS Pearland provided an art lesson for the community’s kids at the West Pearland Library. After the students voted to draw an image of a cat and a dog standing next to each other, Iris Yang led the students in building proper techniques and studying the image so that they could draw […]
Stem n Tech (#23): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#9) – July 20, 2024
In the evening of July 20, 2024, the AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Old Pearland Library with 7 students and 6 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 and 4 and were given a Spike Prime set to use. 6 blocks were made and the students’ assignment was to detect the color and push […]
Youth Entrepreneur: Fundraiser at Old Pearland Farmers Market on July 20, 2024
In the early morning of July 20, 2024, AYLUS Pearland volunteers gathered at the Pearland Recreation Center to organize a fundraiser for the city’s second inclusive park. They set up a booth to sell twist balloons, offer face painting, and distribute stickers, backpacks, and protein shake containers donated by a warehouse. In exchange for a […]
Stem n Tech (#22): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#8) – July 18, 2024
n the afternoon of July 18, 2024, the AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Hua Xia Chinese School with 6 students and 3 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 and were given a Spike Prime set to use. One of the teachers had created a maze of green, red, and blue stripes. The students were […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#159): Pearland Volunteers Supported SMILE Katy Inclusive Play&Learn (#10) on July 20, 2024
On July 20, 2024, the Pearland Branch showcased their commitment to inclusivity by actively participating in the SMILE Katy Inclusive Play & Learn event (#10) in Katy. Volunteers from AYLUS Pearland facilitated the attendance of special needs individuals from Pearland, ensuring they could join the festivities. During the event, the volunteers engaged participants in a […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#158): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#99) on July 19th, 2024
On July 19, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. In the morning, volunteers helped the center instructors with an exercise class and a Chinese pinyin class. In the afternoon, they organized a mini market for participants to practice real-world living skills, such as counting money, bargaining, budgeting before […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#157): Pearland Volunteers Taught Bucket Drumming (#14) at Gigi’s Playhouse on July 18, 2024
On July 18, 2024, Pearland volunteers taught a bucket drumming session to teens with special needs at GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland. Seven participants enjoyed the lesson, which began with a review of previous material. They then drummed along to a song and played the “Red, Yellow, Green” game. Toward the end, each participant took turns leading […]
Youth Entrepreneur: Pearland Branch Organized Fundraising Event on July 20, 2024
In the afternoon of July 20, 2024, volunteers organized a fundraising event at Jeremiah’s Italian Ice block party. Volunteers set up an interactive stand offering face painting, balloon art, and sticker sales for visitors’ enjoyment. Skilled young artists adorned children’s faces with vibrant flowers, rainbows, and various animals, bringing joy to both youngsters and their […]
Stem n Tech (#21): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#7) – July 16, 2024
On the evening of July 16th, 2024, the 7th AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the West Pearland public library with 6 students and 5 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 each and were given a Spike Prime set to use. The teachers used their coding knowledge to teach the kids how to […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#156): Pearland Volunteers Supported SNCC Adult Day Hab (#98) on July 17th, 2024
On July 17, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. The volunteers helped the center instructors with a life skills class, a computer class, and two art classes, culminating in the completion of an acrylic painting. Volunteers: Erica Gao (7 hrs), Zoey Dou (7 hrs)
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#155): Pearland Volunteers Supported LSA SNCC Day Hab(#97) on July 16th, 2024
On July 16, 2024, Pearland volunteers assisted the LSA Special Needs Caring Center’s day habilitation program. The volunteers taught participants about recycling and then led an activity where they used recycled bottles to create an art piece. They also instructed participants on making balloon twists. Volunteers: Erica Gao (6 hrs), Zoey Dou (6 hrs), Alice […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Volunteered at Chinese Culture Event on July 17, 2024
On July 17 AYLUS Pearland members volunteered at the first Chinese Culture Events at a local daycare school. Two volunteers played the traditional chinese music instrument- PiPa, and opened the event. It was so impressive. Other volunteers hosted booths of photos wearing traditional chinese costume, culture presentation, chinese food presentation, paper cutting, calligraphy. Kiddos liked […]
STEM n Tech (#20): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#6) – July15.2024
On Monday, July 15th, AYLUS volunteers came back to Hua Xia Chinese School Pearland Branch after Hurricane Beryl, to give the Robotic class. Students built a beautiful “Dancer”. With different program settings, she can dance at different speeds, with various arms and legs combinations, with the music, and she can laugh. Students laughed a lot, they […]
STEM n Tech (#19): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#5) – July.14.2024
On the evening of July 14, 2024, , the 3rd AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Pearland public library with 5 students and 4 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 2 and 3 and were given a Spike Prime set to use. The teachers used a PowerPoint they made that taught about the 3 color sensors in the kit and 2 challenges. During the presentation, the students were shown […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#154): Pearland Volunteers Taught Bucket Drumming Lesson (#13) at Easter Seals Special Needs Adult Camp on July 15th, 2024
On July 15, 2024, Pearland volunteers taught a bucket drumming session to adults with special needs at a summer camp organized by Easter Seals. Many participants had cerebral palsy and used wheelchairs, so volunteers adjusted the setup and modified the curriculum to suit their needs. This was the first time the volunteers taught an age […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Community Chess Class (#65) on July 13, 2024
On Saturday, July 13, 2024, Marc Lu and Joshua Meng hosted the Pearland Branch volunteer chess lesson. AYLUS Pearland continued its highly engaging and educational chess classes, tailored to enhance the players’ chess skills. This session was made even more exciting with the addition of a few new students too. Chess class is full. Several […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#153): Pearland Volunteers Taught Bucket Drumming Lesson (#12) at GiGi’s Playhouse Houston on July 13th, 2024
On July 13, 2024, Pearland volunteers taught a bucket drumming session at GiGi’s Playhouse Houston. Despite a hurricane and massive power outage, which limited attendance to two children, the session was engaging and productive. This was the first bucket drumming session for these two young kids. The volunteers began by introducing the different sounds produced […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#152): Pearland volunteers taught a bucket drumming session (#11) at GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland – 7/11/2024
On 7/11/2924, Pearland volunteers conducted a bucket drumming lesson for teens with special needs at GiGi’s Playhouse Sugarland center. Despite a hurricane and massive power outage, which limited attendance to four youths, the session was engaging and productive. It began with a review of the previous lesson, followed by practice on tempos and beats. […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Volunteered at Annual Celebration of Freedom on July 4th, 2024
On July 4th, 2023, AYLUS Pearland played a crucial role in the City of Pearland’s annual Celebration of Freedom at Independence Park, attended by over 15,000 community members. 60+ dedicated volunteers from AYLUS Pearland wore custom uniforms to stand out as they managed the attractions, ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone. These volunteers […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Host the 8th Annual College Forum on July 5th, 2024
On July 5th, 2024, the AYLUS Pearland Branch, in collaboration with the Pearland Chinese Association, successfully organized the 8th Annual College Forum. The event aimed to support the Pearland community in navigating the college application process by providing expert advice and tips. Organizers and Partnership: The forum was hosted by Alexander Sun and William Sun, […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch Community Chess Class (#64) on July 6, 2024
On Saturday, July 6, 2024, Marc Lu and Joshua Meng hosted the Pearland Branch volunteer chess lesson. AYLUS Pearland continued its highly engaging and educational chess classes, tailored to enhance the players’ chess skills. This session was made even more exciting with the addition of a few new beginner students. Marc Lu taught seven beginner […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#151): Pearland My PlayClub #14 on July 6th, 2024
In the morning of July 6th, 2024, the AYLUS Pearland Branch hosted its 14th monthly inclusive play event at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park. The event featured Roly the clown, face painting, bucket drumming, and a variety of newly designed adaptive games. Over 60 children and parents attended, thoroughly enjoying the activities and fostering a sense […]
Slam n Splash (#132): Pearland Branch Community Swimming Class (#70) – 07/06/2024
On Saturday July 6th; Jordana, Yurong, and Yushan taught participating swimmers; Barry, Andy, and Darren at their last lesson. To start off the lesson they swam freestyle and freestyle kick for warmup. Then, Jordana worked with Andy on his freestyle breathing while Yurong and Yushan helped Andy and Darren work on their fly. For their […]
SMILE 4 Special Needs (#150): Pearland Branch Constructed Adaptive Game set ( #4) – July 5th 2024
On July 5th, 2024, the AYLUS volunteer assembled the pieces for the 3 different games for the special needs, made them ready for tomorrow’s My play club date, which are apple hunts, fishing, pyramid ring toss. The volunteer made the stands for the play set, added hooks, and other necessary parts. Volunteer ( 4 hours): […]
STEM n Tech (#17): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#3) – July 1,2024
On the afternoon of July 1, 2024, AYLUS robotics class hosted the first class in the Hua Xia Chinese School with 20+ attending it. The students were split into groups and were given a Spike Prime set to use. The purpose of the first lesson was to introduce and get the students interested in robotics, along with assessing their already existing skill in robotics. The students had […]
STEM n Tech (#18): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#4) – July 3,2024
On the afternoon of July 3, 2024, the 2nd AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the Hua Xia Chinese School with 11 students and 3 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups with 4 and 9 each and were given a Spike Prime set to use. The teachers used a PowerPoint they made that taught about gear trains, gear ratios, and torque. During […]
STEM n Tech (#16): Pearland Branch Community Robotics Class (#2) – June 29,2024
On the evening of June 29, 2024 , the 2nd AYLUS robotics class was hosted in the West Pearland public library with 6 students and 5 AYLUS teachers attending it. The students were split into 2 groups of 3 each and were given a Spike Prime set to use. The teachers used a PowerPoint they made that taught about gear trains, gear ratios, and torque. During […]
Slam n Splash (#131): Pearland Branch Community Swimming Class (#69) – 7/5/2024
On Friday, July 5th, three competitive swimmers and volunteers from AYLUS Pearland – Yurong, Yushan, and Jordana taught swimming lessons to community kids. This is the 8th lesson in a 9-week-long series. In the beginning, Yurong and Jordana warmed up Berry and Andy by swimming half-25 freestyle and then switching to kick. Afterward, Yurong and […]
City and Neighbor Support: Pearland Branch cleaned up the Independence Park after the Celebration on July 5th, 2024
On July 5 th morning AYLUS Pearland branch volunteers came back to the park to help with taking down the Independence Celebration color strips, banners and flags, sorted them and put them back into service facility. They made sure to pick all clipped zip ties, bring the park back to the normal recreational place for […]