Opportunity Resource Services

📅 Office Closure Notice

Please note that our office will be closed on Thursday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

We will resume normal business hours on Monday, June 22.

Have a safe and enjoyable weekend. We'll see you all on Monday!

Our Educational Opportunity Center in Dallas County is excited to partner with the West Dallas Multipurpose Center to bring higher education resources directly to the community. Now through August, our team will be available on the third Tuesday of each month from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. to assist individuals interested in pursuing college, career training, and other educational opportunities.

Whether you're exploring your options, planning for college, or looking for guidance on the next steps in your educational journey, we're here to help. We look forward to connecting with members of the West Dallas community and supporting their goals for higher education and beyond.

Sisters, Saray and Maria, came to ORS for assistance with financial aid and scholarships. Saray is all set to begin her first year of college at Weatherford College where she will study business and Maria will continue her education at Southwestern Adventist University! 📚️

Congratulations, Saray and Maria! 🎉

🚨 The Summer Program Countdown is ALMOST OVER! :🚨

Our Upward Bound students are kicking off an unforgettable summer on Monday at The University of Texas at Arlington! 🤙🎓️

We are ready for a season full of college visits, career exploration, new experiences, leadership development, unforgettable memories, and plenty of fun along the way!

UTA, get ready... ORS Upward Bound is on the way! 🔥

Who's excited for Summer Program 2026? ⬇️

Our Educational Opportunity Center in Dallas County was excited to participate in the Bridges to Higher Education: Dallas College Community Day on May 30, 2026. Our College Access Coordinator, Dejah, connected with attendees as they explored information sessions and hands-on workshops designed to help students begin their journey at Dallas College.

This event provided valuable opportunities to meet instructors, discover academic and career pathways, and receive guidance for college and beyond. We are proud to support students as they take the next steps toward achieving their educational goals.

Our Educational Opportunity Center in Dallas County attended the Education Reach for Texans Conference at Dallas College's Bill J. Priest Center. This conference brought together organizations dedicated to promoting a culture of care for Texans with foster care experience as they pursue post-secondary education. 🎓️✨️

As one of a select group of resource organizations invited to participate, our team shared information about educational opportunities, college planning, and support services available to help students achieve their academic and career goals. We are proud to support initiatives that improve outcomes and expand access to higher education for students with foster care experience.

🎓️✨️Congratulations to our seniors from our Upward Bound Programs at Keene High School and Rio Vista High School on being recognized during Senior Awards Night!

We are incredibly proud of your hard work, dedication, leadership, and accomplishments throughout the year. Your ORS family is cheering you on as you take the next step toward your future goals and dreams. 🩵💛

Congratulations, Class of 2026!

🎉📚️That’s a wrap on our After School Program at Venus High School and Alvarado High School!

We’re so thankful for all the memories, growth, laughter, and hard work shared throughout the year. Our students showed dedication, resilience, and a commitment to their future every step of the way, and we couldn’t be prouder!

Thank you to our students, staff, and families for making this year such a success. We hope everyone has a safe, fun, and restful break before we head into Summer Program! ☀️💙💛

🎓️✨️Celebrating our incredible Upward Bound seniors!

Our ORS Upward Bound team had the honor of attending Senior Awards Nights at Venus High School and Alvarado High School, where we proudly presented graduation cards and cords and recognized the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our seniors.

We are so proud of each of you and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish in the future! 💙💛

Today, we remember and honor the courageous individuals who gave their lives in service to our nation. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.