HARLINGEN, TX / AGILITYPR.NEWS / July 31, 2026 / Southern Careers Institute (SCI) Harlingen Branch Campus is welcoming local families, prospective students, and community members to its Back to School Event on Friday, August 7, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at 1122 Morgan Blvd., Harlingen, TX 78550.

The free community event is designed to help families prepare for the upcoming school year while introducing attendees to the career training opportunities available at Southern Careers Institute. Guests can enjoy free school supplies, complimentary haircuts provided by Cosmetology Operator students from the Brownsville Branch Campus under instructor supervision, campus tours, and information about enrolling in career training programs.

Event highlights include:

• Free backpacks and school supplies while supplies last (first come, first served)
• Free haircuts provided by the Brownsville Branch Campus Cosmetology Operator students while availability lasts (first come, first served)
• Campus tours and meet with our admissions team
• Explore SCI's classrooms and training labs
• Local vendors showcasing products and services
• Information about career training programs and financial aid options for those who qualify

SCI's Harlingen Branch Campus offers hands-on career training designed to help students prepare for careers in healthcare, skilled trades, and business. During the event, prospective students can meet with admissions representatives, tour the campus, and learn about available programs, scholarship opportunities for those who qualify, and career services.

Local businesses interested in participating as vendors are encouraged to reserve their space early, as availability is limited.

The event is free and open to the public.

For more information about the event or Southern Careers Institute's Harlingen Branch Campus, call (956) 364-7313 or visit scitexas.edu.

Media Contact:

Alyssa Luna

Community Reputation & Social Media Strategist

Southern Careers Institute

alyssa.luna@scitexas.edu

About Southern Careers Institute

Founded in 1960, Southern Careers Institute (SCI) has been dedicated to empowering Texas students through career-focused education. With eight campuses conveniently located in Austin, Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Harlingen, Pharr, San Antonio North, San Antonio South, and Waco, SCI offers a diverse array of programs designed to prepare students for successful careers and meaningful community contributions.

Our training programs encompass various fields, including Business, Beauty, Allied Health, Technology, and Trades, with options for hybrid and online learning to accommodate different learning styles. Please note that not all programs are available at every campus.

The Southern Careers Institute Austin Main campus is located at 1701 W Ben White Blvd, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78704.

Phone: 512-432-1400

Website: scitexas.edu