The Pearland Branch of AYLUS (Association of Youth Leaders in the United States) actively participated in and generously supported the Spring Carnival held at Carleston Elementary School on February 17, 2024. Dedicated AYLUS Pearland volunteers played a pivotal role in enhancing the carnival experience by managing the face painting booth. On the brisk morning of […]

On the vibrant morning of February 17, 2024, the dynamic trio of AYLUS Pearland junior members showcased their martial arts prowess at the Old Pearland Farmers’ Market. This spirited performance served as a captivating prelude to the upcoming Lunar New Year Festival slated for the approaching weekend. The three young talents astounded onlookers with a […]

The Pearland Branch is gearing up for its much-anticipated Spring Plant Sale Fundraiser. A dedicated team of volunteers has diligently embarked on the preparations for this event. With its inception in 2021, this marks the third consecutive spring plant sale season for the organization. The volunteers have already successfully hosted a seeds exchange in early […]

As a long-time partner of AYLUS Pearland, light and salt association (LSA) stated their need for a data tracking system in order to better track their volunteer events and classes progress. In collaboration with a professional DBA, AYLUS members Jonathan Niu, Matthew Niu, Ranbin Yao, Aiden Li, Katherine Wu and Alvin Zheng using Apex Oracle […]

In preparation for the 2nd annual lunar new year festival, AYLUS Pearland volunteers provided support in making posters, taking care of plants, preparing brochure and red pockets, and more. All the works has to be done before the festival on Feb 24. Our volunteers spent several nights in a row to complete these tasks, and […]

On February 24th, 2024, AYLUS Pearland worked with Pearland Chinese Association (PCA) to host the 2nd annual Lunar New Year Festival. This year’s festival happened at Pearland Recreation Center gym, where we can host as many as 2000 visitors simultaneously. Volunteers arrived as early as 7 am to label the event parking area and set […]

On February 25th , 2024, AYLUS members met to answer questions regarding high school course selection pathways and extracurricular activities to the 2024-2025 Dawson Freshmen Class. The panel was a part of the 3 rd annual High School forum, and the panel members were gathered and prepared a week in advance. Questions were written and […]

On Friday, February 23 rd , 2024, Edwin Gao and Derek Zhu met to write their script introducing all the events for the Lunar New Year festival the following day. The finished product was then practiced and put on notecards. On Saturday. February 24 th , 2024, Edwin Gao and Derek Zhu helped set up […]

Throughout 2 weeks preceding February 10th , 2024, Kara Li, Derek Zhu, Edwin Gao, and Tina Dong met up with Shawn Xiao to discuss, plan, write, and refine their script for hosting the 2024 Lunar New Year Gala. On January 27th and February 3rd , the hosts spent Saturday nights to review the rehearsals to […]

On February 10th, 2024, AYLUS Pearland Branch members helped the Pearland annual Lunar New Year Gala. They decorated the hallway of the Auditorium,  and moved the show equipment on the stage during the show for the Pearland Lunar New Year Gala. They hung the New Year Couplets, window grilles, lanterns and made hundreds of red […]

On February 10th and 17th, 2024, a group of AYLUS Pearland volunteers tutored Ed White ES students’ various subjects, including reading passages, math games, and worksheets. It was a great opportunity to allow students to engage in the material. The students learned and picked up new material or reviewed older material so they could get […]

On February 4th, committed volunteers from AYLUS Pearland engaged in Pearland Market Days’ post-holiday clearance event. Establishing a vibrant stand, they dedicatedly promoted the “All of Us” precision research program, LSA services, and conducted fundraising for the special needs community. Adding to the festive atmosphere, the dragon dance team graced the occasion with a captivating […]

AYLUS Pearland volunteers played a vital role in coordinating the first rehearsal for the upcoming 2024 Lunar New Year Gala. Three dedicated volunteers reviewed performances, documenting valuable insights from the directors. Additionally, two volunteers efficiently managed the roll call and organized the seamless lineup of performers, contributing to the overall success and smooth execution of […]

On February 3rd, AYLUS Pearland volunteers orchestrated a vibrant Pearland My PlayClub event, enhancing inclusive play at the Ed Thompson Inclusive Playground. Festivities included a face painting and bucket drumming station, with volunteers donning dragon and panda costumes to celebrate the lunar new year. Children eagerly posed for photos, relishing the playful atmosphere while enjoying […]

On February 3rd, 2024, AYLUS Pearland orchestrated a Spring Seeds Exchange at the library. Diligently sorting and labeling donated seeds, volunteers prepared Ziplock bags, labels, and markers, streamlining the exchange process. Residents eagerly participated, swapping seeds and plants for a diverse array. The event also served as a platform for exchanging valuable gardening experiences among […]

On February 3, 2024, a team of dedicated AYLUS Pearland members volunteered at Ed White Elementary school’s Saturday tutoring program. Their primary objective was to provide invaluable assistance to the students in various academic areas, particularly reading and math. These volunteers were specifically assigned to collaborate with the teachers, aiming to provide enhanced learning and […]

AYLUS Pearland has been a partner of Project Rise and Shine since 2020 and has received an annual grant from the Hogg Foundation to promote the mental health of minority youth. As a requirement of the grant, AYLUS Pearland has to submit expense reports, maintain a list of programs with statistical data, and report to […]

AYLUS Pearland volunteers played a pivotal role in hosting the Pearland Lunar New Year Celebrations. They diligently prepared supplies for culture booths and the food court, including marking 384 bouncing balls for the astrology booth and cutting alumni foil to fit lunch boxes. The volunteers also crafted Lunar New Year song lyrics in Chinese, pinyin, […]

On January 27th, 2024, the Pearland branch of AYLUS organized a fun Lunar New Year Festival promotion at the local library. The event featured complimentary face painting and balloon twisting sessions for enthusiastic community children. Our dedicated volunteers crafted sword, flower, and dog balloon figures, sparking joy among the attendees. The face painting crew skillfully […]

On January 27th, AYLUS Pearland organized the 2nd SMILE Inclusive Play & Learn at West Houston Christian Church. Collaborating with the church youth group, volunteers seamlessly arranged an array of activities, including coloring, balloon twisting, bucket drumming, basketball, and various physical games. Six individuals with special needs, accompanied by their siblings, actively engaged in the […]

In the evening of January 27, volunteers from the Pearland branch collaborated with individuals from LSA Special Needs Care Center and Pearland My PlayClub in an uplifting bucket drum session. Together, they skillfully played various sections of the happy song, enhancing the experience by incorporating a violin into the performance. The team engaged in discussions […]

AYLUS Pearland volunteers played a vital role in coordinating the first rehearsal for the upcoming 2024 Lunar New Year Gala. Three dedicated volunteers reviewed performances, documenting valuable insights from the directors. Additionally, two volunteers efficiently managed the roll call and organized the seamless lineup of performers, contributing to the overall success and smooth execution of […]

On January 27th, 2024, a group of AYLUS volunteers from Pearland, Houston and Katy branches tutored Ed White ES students’ various subjects, including reading passages, math games, and worksheets. It was a great opportunity to allow students to engage in the material. The students learned and picked up new material or reviewed older material so […]

AYLUS Pearland volunteers gathered at Independence Park on Jan 20th, working diligently to set up the monthly farmer’s market. They played key roles at the welcome desk, warmly greeted guests, managed donations for a local nonprofit, and facilitated merchandise sales. Additionally, they passionately supported Light and Salt’s charity clinic, promoted the All of Us initiative, […]

From late November 2023, to January 9th 2024, AYLUS Pearland surveyed AYLUS members to gauge feedback and overall volunteering experience. Volunteers completed the survey honestly and wrote one or two short essays describing how volunteering has impacted their mental health and/or other aspects. The collected survey results and the essays were analyzed by AYLUS Pearland […]

exemplified their dedication to inclusivity on Jan. 20th when AYLUS Pearland volunteers actively participated in an inclusive play and learn event in Katy. These volunteers went above and beyond, offering invaluable support by escorting special needs individuals from Pearland to join the event. Engaging in a diverse array of activities, including balloon twisting, crafts, ribbon […]

On January 20, 2024, the AYLUS Pearland Branch dedicated their afternoon to a meaningful cause, organizing a bucket drumming session with local special needs children. The youth volunteers engaged in collaborative practice sessions, focusing on preparing for the upcoming lunar new year gala scheduled for February 10. The volunteers, alongside the special needs kids, played […]

AYLUS Pearland volunteers hosted a delightful gathering in the afternoon of Jan 20th 2024, where children had the opportunity to learn how to make cotton candy and enjoy face painting. The volunteers also took the chance to promote the upcoming lunar new year celebration and the All of Us research program. The face painting session […]

On January 21st, 2024, AYLUS Pearland hosted a Zoom session aimed at sharing their expertise in balloon twisting with junior volunteers, in preparation for the balloon art booth at the upcoming Lunar New Year Festival Matthew Niu organized the session. Jonathan Niu led an step-by-step tutorial on crafting balloon hats, butterflies, flowers, dogs, and swords. […]

On January 13, 2024, families associated with AYLUS Pearland were invited by the Light and Salt Association (LSA) to evaluate a youth mental health program they had designed. Sponsored by the Hogg Foundation, the program aims to enhance the mental well-being of minority youth, particularly those whose parents are first-generation Americans, by strengthening the bonds […]

On January 13th, AYLUS Pearland volunteers tutored Ed White ES students’ various subjects, including reading passages, math games, and worksheets. It was a great opportunity to allow students to engage in the material. The students learned and picked up new material or reviewed older material so they could get a better grasp of the curriculum.  […]

To foster engagement in the charity run, AYLUS Pearland generously contributed sports equipment to parents taking part in the 2023 Dawson Dash—an event aimed at fundraising for the Dawson High School PTA. Additionally, they extended their support to participants of the upcoming Houston Marathon, scheduled for January 14th, by offering donations. Volunteers arrived at the […]

On January 7, 2024, AYLUS Pearland volunteered at City of Pearland Shadow Creek Ranch trail head cleanup. The site was a bit muddy due to the heavy rain two days ago. AYLUS volunteers put on rain boots or wrap plastic bags around their feet and enter the field to thoroughly pick up all the trash […]

On January 6th, 2024, the Pearland Branch of AYLUS undertook a heartwarming initiative, providing bucket drumming lessons to a group of special needs children along with their siblings in Pearland. These lessons were a part of their preparation for an onstage performance at the upcoming Lunar New Year Gala. Devoted AYLUS Pearland volunteers, alongside the […]

In the morning of January 6th, 2024, dedicated AYLUS Pearland volunteers convened at the Ed Thompson Inclusive Playground to organize the first Pearland My PlayClub event of 2024. Their meticulous planning involved setting up engaging stations tailored for participants’ enjoyment. The volunteers established distinct areas, including a vibrant face-painting station, a creative space for coloring […]

During the Nov-Dec, members of Pearland AYLUS volunteered to continue online English tutoring. Tutors Gregory Song, Gavin Song and Alex Song taught engaging and fun classes highlighted reading and vocabulary. Teachers used resources such as RazKids, and Brainpop to make lessons more engaging. These lessons helped students familiarize with reading in context and gave them […]

AYLUS Pearland recently organized a collaborative Media Team Working session and Sales preparation event in anticipation of the upcoming Lunar New Year gala scheduled in February. The Media Team focused on essential tasks such as flyer design and social media management. Members of the team crafted visually appealing and informative flyers, ensuring that the promotional […]

As a long-time partner of AYLUS Pearland, light and salt association (LSA) stated their need for a data tracking system in order to better track their volunteer events and classes progress. One of AYLUS Pearland alumni, Aaron Wu, led this project with the internship from LSA. AYLUS members Jonathan Niu, Matthew Niu, Aiden Li, Katherine […]

AYLUS Pearland has been a partner of Project Rise and Shine since 2020 and has received an annual grant from the Hogg Foundation to promote the mental health of minority youth. As a requirement of the grant, AYLUS Pearland has to submit expense reports, maintain a list of programs with statistical data, and report to […]

AYLUS Pearland is thrilled to announce its co-hosting of the highly anticipated second Pearland Lunar New Year Festival, scheduled for February 24, 2024. Following thesuccess of the inaugural festival in 2023, which attracted 1000 participants, the upcoming event promises to be even grander in scale, boasting an expanded array of vendors and sponsors. The City […]