The mission of ACE is to engage, excite and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, engineering and construction. The mission of the ACE Mentor Program is to engage, excite, and enlighten high school students to pursue careers in architecture, construction, and engineering through mentoring and to support their continued advancement into the industry. ACE Houston's after-school mentoring program gives students and interactive introduction to careers in design and construction through connections with industry professionals, hands-on activities, and real-world project based learning. Our program is helping students find a fulfilling career and equipping them with the resources need to successfully pursue that path, thereby ensuring a larger, more diverse, and better-prepared future AEC workforce.