Beta Academy's Annual Fall Breakfast: Lighting the Way for the Next Generation
Many children in underserved communities lack access to a world-class education. At Beta Academy, we envision an elite education for all children, regardless of their background. To make this vision a reality, we need your support.
We currently serve over 1,800 scholars and your participation in our Fall Breakfast helps us bridge the $2,000 annual funding gap per scholar. Your generosity directly supports the current needs of Beta Academy, especially boosting teacher compensation for their impactful work with scholars. This allows us to attract and retain the highest quality teachers and foster a culture of joyful rigor and ensure every child receives the education they deserve.
Become a sponsor. Join us in Celebrating Hope, Opportunity, and the Future of Beta Scholars.
We currently serve over 1,800 scholars and your participation in our Fall Breakfast helps us bridge the $2,000 annual funding gap per scholar. Your generosity directly supports the current needs of Beta Academy, especially boosting teacher compensation for their impactful work with scholars. This allows us to attract and retain the highest quality teachers and foster a culture of joyful rigor and ensure every child receives the education they deserve.
Become a sponsor. Join us in Celebrating Hope, Opportunity, and the Future of Beta Scholars.
TICKETS
Individual Ticket $250
Beta Families & Alumni $125
Beta Families & Alumni $125
Location
Junior League of Houston
1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX 77027
1811 Briar Oaks Lane, Houston, TX 77027
Date & Time
October 27, 2026
Registration 7:30 AM
Event 8:00-9:00 AM
Registration 7:30 AM
Event 8:00-9:00 AM
CHAIR
Hope & Timothy King
HOST COMMITTEE
Laurie Bricker
Carl & Linda Glaw
Mila Golovine
Mary Grace Landrum
Diana Lerma
Kimbrely Rable
Cynthia Reyes-Revilla
Dr. Marian Zaki
Carl & Linda Glaw
Mila Golovine
Mary Grace Landrum
Diana Lerma
Kimbrely Rable
Cynthia Reyes-Revilla
Dr. Marian Zaki
Ways to Shine
Arise & Shine Sponsorship Opportunities
Your sponsorship helps expand access to joyful rigor, train exceptional educators, and shape the future of scholars in Southeast Houston and beyond.
All Sponsors Receive
- Recognition during the event and on the Beta website for the following year
- Recognition on the Joyful Givers Wall for the following year
- Recognition in the annual Joy Report
- Invitation to the Major Donors & Friends Thank You Breakfast
- Invitation to Beta Academy graduation donor reception
- Subscription to Good News for Good People
SPEAKER
Mike Rome
Mike Rome
Dean, Dunham School of Business,
Houston Christian University
Houston Christian University
Mike Rome serves as Dean of the Archie W. Dunham School of Business at Houston Christian University. Before entering higher education, Mike spent more than 45 years leading organizations in finance and investment management. As a senior leader at Bridgeway Capital Management, he helped guide the firm's growth from $450 million to $6.4 billion in assets while helping make Bridgeway one of the largest corporate donors in Texas, with a longstanding commitment to giving 50% of its profits to charitable causes. Today, Mike is a sought-after advisor, speaker, author, and mentor to business and community leaders throughout Houston.
BETA BOARD
Daniel Neely - Board President
Tim King - VP & Treasurer
Anita Archer - Secretary
Jan Saunders
Anthony Flynn
Daniel Neely - Board President
Tim King - VP & Treasurer
Anita Archer - Secretary
Jan Saunders
Anthony Flynn
BETA ADVISORY BOARD
Carl Glaw - Advisory Board Chair
Dr. Kristie Cerling
The Honorable Willie Davis
Daniel Espinoza
Ludmilla Golovine
Matt Hinson
Hope King
Dick Kuriger
Mary Grace Landrum
Carl Glaw - Advisory Board Chair
Dr. Kristie Cerling
The Honorable Willie Davis
Daniel Espinoza
Ludmilla Golovine
Matt Hinson
Hope King
Dick Kuriger
Mary Grace Landrum
David Martin
Carlos Perez
Brad Rable
Cynthia Reyes-Revilla
Rose Rougeau
Teresa Sones
Dr. Marina Walne
Carolyn Watson
Dr. Marian Zaki
Ann Ziker