Hook 'Em Here Harlingen Partnership

Est. 2023

Hook 'Em Here: Harlingen is a collaborative project between Harlingen CISD and the University of Texas at Austin (UT) that offers a paid internship to selected UT College of Education undergraduates where they have the opportunity to live and work in Harlingen, TX. This five-week summer real-world learning experience will provide UT students the opportunity to engage in the classroom with a certified teacher, participate in a community service project with the United Way, and immerse in the local culture of Harlingen and the Rio Grande Valley.

For more information, contact jennifer.maldonado@hcisd.org

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Making an Impact

We invite you to join us in making an impact with the Hook 'Em Here: Harlingen project by donating to the Educator Pipeline Fund. Your support will help HCISD fund the following for the University of Texas at Austin students:

Housing
Transportation
Cultural Experiences
Culminating Trip

How to Make an Impact:

By check:

Harlingen CISD

Attn: Jennifer Maldonado

407 N. 77 Sunshine Strip

Harlingen, TX 78550

By Credit Card:

Call HCISD Accounting Dept. (956) 430-9732
Let them know this is for UT Educator Pipeline Fund

Thank you to all of our donors:

Dr. Nolan and Sandy Perez, Serafy Foundation, Wise Law Firm PLLC, and Ricky and Natalie Leal

Learn More About Hook 'Em Here: Harlingen

What will UT students do during the internship?

Over the 5-week period, interns will be in classrooms every Monday-Thursday each week from 7:30 am-3:00 pm. On Fridays, they will have half-days dedicated to learning about the culture behind the Lower Rio Grande Valley through community-based activities. During the weekends, students will have the freedom to visit historical sites, places of interest, and/or community events.

What student costs will be covered?

To lower the cost of travel, housing, meals, etc., interns will receive a $2,000 Dean's Community Service Award.
They will earn an hourly rate of $12/hour, which approximates to $1,650 for the five weeks.
Housing accommodations at a reduced/free rate will be provided to student who need it.

How many students will be selected?

Fourteen College of Education students will be selected for this internship:

At most, 10 interns will be placed at an elementary school campus.
At most, 4 interns will be placed at a middle school campus.

What else should I know?

Students selected for Hook 'EM Here: Harlingen internship will be employed under HCISD. They are required to complete a background check with fingerprinting and proof of tuberculosis vaccination before May 27, 2024.

What if I have additional questions?

If you have any further questions, you may email jennifer.maldonado@hcisd.org or coe-hookem@utexas.edu for more information.

For more information, see the University of Texas at Austin's Hook 'Em Here Page

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