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Dr. Julia Cuevas Guerra
Edinburg Advisor, Assistant Professor
Department of Human Development and School Services
EEDUC 2.604
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julia.cuevas01@utrgv.edu
(956) 665-7475
(956) 665-3466

Dr. Irasema Salinas González
Edinburg Advisor, Associate Professor
Department of Human Development and School Services
EEDUC 2.606
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irasema.gonzalez@utrgv.edu
(956) 665-7224
(956) 665-3466

Dr. Vejoya Viren
Brownsville Advisor, Professor
Department of Human Development and School Services
BMAIN 2.106
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vejoya.viren@utrgv.edu
(956) 882-8886
(956) 665-3466

The United Together Caring Adults Reaching Early Childhood Students (U.T.C.A.R.E.S.) is a student organization that advocates for the well being of all young children in the RGV community. UTCARES provides experiences that promote social, emotional, cognitive, language and physical development.

Goals
  • Improve the quality of educational experiences for all young children and their families through community involvement projects.
  • Facilitate professional development opportunities for all members by attending educational conferences and workshops and recruiting professional speakers.
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with the community by assisting various programs that provide for the needs of young children.

Officers and Advisors

Estefany Giles
Estefany Giles
President | estefany.giles01@utrgv.edu 
Angela Gracia
Angela Gracia
Vice President | angela.gracia02@utrgv.edu
Crystal Salinas
Crystal Salinas
Public Relations | crystal.salinas07@utrgv.edu
Elizabeth Sido
Elizabeth Sido
Treasurer | elizabeth.sido01@utrgv.edu
Savannah Garza
Savannah Garza
Parliamentarian | savannah.garza03@utrgv.edu
Sara Martinez
Sara Martinez
Secretary | sara.trejo01@utrgv.edu
Dr. Julia Cuevas Guerra
Dr. Julia Cuevas Guerra
UTCARES Edinburg Advisor
Dr. Irasema Gonzalez
Dr. Irasema Salinas González
UTCARES Edinburg Advisor
Dr. Vejoya Viren
Dr. Vejoya Viren
UTCARES Brownsville Advisor
“Early Childhood, the marvelous years from birth through age eight, is truly where our future begins. For young children, each moment is an opportunity to learn more about the world, practice social skills, and gain critical thinking skills and knowledge.” -NAEYC, 1999
Get involved!

Improve the quality of life for children in our community through participation in events such as: December Giving Elves Project, Spring Dia del Niño/Dia del Libro, RGV Food Bank, Mujeres Unidas, FESTIBA Community Day, Summer School Art Bags, Books-and-Treats, UTRGV Mobile Literacy Unit.

Make a difference!

Every year, UTCARES donates over $1,000 worth of shoes, clothing, books, and toys. Over 800 books donated to children in the community during its annual Dia del Libro Celebration!

Participate in Professional Development Opportunities!

Educational Speakers RGV-TABE Conference UTRGV Preschool Teacher Conference Lakeshore Learning

Help UTCARES provide positive experiences for children in the Rio Grande Valley. Join today!

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