Raising kids through the tween years can be tough—for them and for parents. To help local families navigate that stage with a little more confidence, the City of Converse is hosting Mind Matters: Strong Minds. Real Skills., a free youth mental health and resilience class for children ages 10 to 13.

The class focuses on giving pre-teens practical tools they can actually use, from managing emotions to building confidence and handling everyday challenges. The goal is to help kids feel more prepared as they move through school, friendships, and all the changes that come with growing up—without pressure and in a supportive setting.

The event will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Converse Central Fire Station, located at 602 Toepperwein Road. The familiar location makes it easy for families to attend and keeps the setting comfortable and approachable for kids.

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This free youth mental health class is open to the community and designed specifically with pre-teens in mind. Programs like Mind Matters reflect a growing local focus on helping kids develop emotional skills early—before stress, anxiety, and self-doubt have a chance to take root.

Parents or guardians interested in registering their child can RSVP by emailing layala@conversetx.gov. Families are encouraged to sign up early, as space may be limited.

For Converse families looking for positive, practical support for their kids during the tween years, Mind Matters offers a helpful place to start.

By Tiffany Krenek, My Neighborhood News 

Tiffany Krenek has been on the My Neighborhood News team since August 2021. She is passionate about curating and sharing content that enriches the lives of our readers in a personal, meaningful way. A loving mother and wife, Tiffany and her family live in the West Houston/Cypress region.