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YOUR PASSIONS
Each year, high school students across the country start a journey to sharpen their skills through the Afro-Academic, Cultural, Technological and Scientific Olympics (ACT-SO). From visual arts and business to performing and culinary arts, participants work with community-based volunteers for a year to develop projects and performances. The experience culminates in local and national events where students compete for scholarships and other rewards.
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Our 2022 wINNER
Jordyn Wright is a 14-year-old high school student from Houston, Texas. She is currently homeschooled and takes dual credit classes at San Jacinto College. Jordyn is the founder of J Brielle Handmade Goods, a bath and beauty company. Her company provides natural skincare solutions for teens who suffer with eczema and other skin conditions. She started her business when she was ten years old after discovering that different soaps irritated her skin. Her goal is to promote natural self-care and young entrepreneurship.
Our 2023 WINNER
Congratulations to Mr. Ryan Norman for being the 2023 ACT-SO winner representing the NAACP Missouri City & Vicinity Branch! We are so proud to such a talented individual who represented our community. Your hard work and dedication will contnue paid off in future. Keep up the great work!
LOOKING FOR OUR 2024 WINNER
"Exciting news! The NAACP Missouri City & Vicinity Branch is on the lookout for the next winner of ACT-SO in 2024. Stay tuned for updates and announcements. We can't wait to see the amazing talents of our community's youth. Get ready to be inspired!"
IMPACT
AN ENDURING LEGACY OF BLACK EXCELLENCE
ACT-SO aims to:
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Recognize creative talent and academic achievement in the next generation of leaders.
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Provide and assist students with the necessary skills to establish goals and acquire the confidence and training to make a successful contribution to society.
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Mobilize adults to promote academic and artistic excellence.
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