Category: South Texas Kids for Adoption

John and Michael, 8 and 9, love to shoot hoops, build Legos and use their imaginations

Meet two brothers who are seeking to be adopted together…. Michael age 9 and John who is 8 share a close, loving bondfull of love, laughter, and creativity.
They enjoy spending time together, whether they are shooting hoops, building Lego creations or coming up with imaginative games.
Both boys are active and thrive when they have the opportunity to move, explore and engage in hands-on play.
They look up to each other and work well as a team, often encouraging one another to try new things. When they are indoors, they enjoy playing video games, coloring or watching funny videos that make them laugh.
Michael’s kind, protective nature blends perfectly with John’s curious and humorous personality. Michael tends to be the leader, while John brings lighthearted fun and creativity to everything they do. Together, they bring joy, excitement, and warmth to any environment.
Michael and John are seeking to be matched with a family who enjoys being active and can offer a variety of activities such as sports, outdoor adventures, and creative projects. They would like a loving family who can provide encouragement and support as they grow into confident, caring and successful young boys.
When asked what they wanted their future family to know about them they said, “We are Michael and John! We love playing basketball, drawing, playing Legos, and spending time together.”
If you think you could be a forever family for these brothers, or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.
Basic Adoption Requirements
The prospective foster/adoptive parents may be single or married and must:
be at least 21 years of age, financially stable, and responsible mature adults
complete an application (staff will assist you if you prefer)
share information regarding their background and lifestyle
provide relative and non-relative references
show proof of marriage and/or divorce (if applicable)
agree to a home study which includes visits with all household members
allow staff to complete a criminal history background check and an abuse/neglect check on all adults in the household
attend free training to learn about issues of abused and neglected children
Post Adoption Services
Adopted children who have been abused or neglected often need help coping with the effects of abuse and the loss of their birth family.
All families of children adopted through DFPS can get post adoption services. For more information about the services available go to https://www.dfps.texas.gov/Child_Protection/Adoption/adoption_support.asp

Meet 15-year-old Izabelle, who is starting the new year with the dream of becoming part of her Forever Family.
Izabelle is a sweet and imaginative young girl who enjoys engaging in arts and crafts. Her creativity comes through especially when she spends time on her original coloring artwork.
Izabelle enjoys spending time at home, but when there is a chance for an outing, it’s a trip to the movies, followed by eating at McDonald’s, where her favorite item to order is Chicken McNuggets.
Some Fun Facts about Isabelle: She is learning to speak Spanish, she is a fan of pets, she enjoys arts & crafts, and she likes to help in the kitchen and learn about cooking.
With a strong love for animals, she likes spending time with pets, and they like her as she has a gentle and calm demeanor with them. She would like her future Forever Family to know she would like her family to have a pet of any kind she could help care for.
If you think you could be a forever family for Izabelle or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Basic Adoption Requirements
The prospective foster/adoptive parents may be single or married and must:
be at least 21 years of age, financially stable, and responsible mature adults
complete an application (staff will assist you if you prefer)
share information regarding their background and lifestyle
provide relative and non-relative references
show proof of marriage and/or divorce (if applicable)
agree to a home study which includes visits with all household members
allow staff to complete a criminal history background check and an abuse/neglect check on all adults in the household
attend free training

Alijah is a very outgoing and energetic eleven-year-old, who likes to constantly be engaged in some activity, whether drawing, coloring, or playing with his toys.
When it comes to sports, Alijah also enjoys being athletic and playing outside. His favorite sports are basketball, soccer, and football, but he will play any sport that will allow him to be active.
Alijah enjoys learning and likes to discover new things every day, which is why science is his favorite subject at school.
When it comes to fun hobbies Alijah has recently expressed interest in becoming an online vlogger, as he likes to record videos of himself vlogging and talking about his day. He also enjoys watching online videos and listening to all types of music.
Alijah is very social and makes friends easily whether it is at school or when he is out at public events.
When asked what he is seeking in his forever family Alijah says parents who will support him in his education along with spending quality time with him, especially in outdoor activities.
If you think you could be a forever family for Alijah, or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Orion is a vibrant 7-year-old boy with a big heart and even bigger smile, as he is one of the happiest children you will ever meet.
When his homework is done, it’s his personal reward to turn on his Nintendo Switch and play a few video games. When Orion is not gaming, he likes to play with his toy trucks and let his creativity run wild while building with his Legos.
Orion is a determined child and works to improve himself daily, he is also very independent. He has a great laugh and enjoys spending time with the people he cares about. He also has a spirit of life and determination which makes him a bright light in the lives of those around him.
Orion envisions his forever family loving and supporting him with all of his needs. Orion’s forever family will be one who can dedicate ample time to spend with him, as he values one on one time together.
Fun fact about Orion, he really likes to keep his hair styled long.
If you think you could be a forever family for Orion, or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Meet Jocelyn and Aide… a fun and dynamic duo! This pair is full of love and energy. Not only are they sisters… but best friends as well, and they love doing everything together.
Jocelyn at 12 years of age, is a bubbly and effervescent child. She is extremely energetic, happy, and full of personality. Jocelyn enjoys spending time outdoors, going to the park and playing outside. She also enjoys indoor activities such as watching movies, watching music videos, singing and dancing.
Some of Jocelyn’s favorites.
Attending school – seeing her friends
Any kind of pet
Going bowling
And … Peter Piper Pizza and McDonalds
Aide at 8 years of age, and like her big sister, she is sweet, loving, and fun. Even though she is not even a teenager yet, she already has a pretty good idea of what she wants to attend college for, to become a school teacher when she grows up.
When it comes to fun … Aide likes taking part in outdoor activities, as much as she likes getting dressed up to go window shopping.
Some of Aide’s favorites are:
Class at school – Reading
Restaurant – McDonalds (chicken nuggets)
Color – Purple
Activity – Dancing
Anything she can do with her sister by her side.
Aide loves her sister and is looking forward to being adopted with her big sister into their forever home. As Jocelyn and Aide are each other’s biggest supporters and really rely on each other.
If you think you could be a forever family for these sisters … or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Severo is a sweet and energetic boy.  He is very adventurous and is always up for trying new things.  Severo likes the outdoors and likes to play outside and jump on the trampoline. This really helps him channel his awesome energy.
 He loves being kept busy and really enjoys collecting action figures with Toy Story and Avengers, being his favorites.
 Severo also enjoys coloring, drawing, and watching movies. He loves playing basketball and riding his bike. He also likes playing with Legos and playing video games likes Minecraft
 He has a fun personality and may dress up for Halloween as Woody from Toy Story or Captain America.
 Severo advised he wants to have a good job when he grows up as he young and undecided on what he wants to do when he gets older, Severo has mentioned he thinks he would like to be a plumber.
 Severo is seeking to be adopted by a two-parent home with a mother and father to help guide him into his teen years and adulthood, providing him a loving safe home to grow into his full potential.
 In his own words …”My energy is electrifying!”…..
 If you think you could be a forever family for Severo or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org or www.heartgallerystx.org. 

By Kayleen Holder
Editor
Brothers Emilio and Gael would love nothing more this Christmas than to be welcomed into their forever family, together.
As experts point out, sibling bonds are often some of the longest and most enduring relationships we have. For children in care, those bonds can provide a sense of identity and emotional safety, according to Children’s Home Society.
Sadly, according to a 2022 report by the Annie E. Casey Foundation, more than two-thirds of children in foster care have a sibling in care, and studies show that up to 75% of those siblings are separated.
If adoption is in your heart, and you have room for two, meet these two great kiddos looking for a family…..
 Emilio who is 10, likes building things such as car and robot models. It’s a hobby that leads to his dreams of growing up to be a scientist someday.
And on the topic of science, Emilio is also fascinated learning about the solar system.
 Emilio also loves to read, especially about the ocean and ships.
 At school Emilio does very well academically as he enjoys the learning process, with science being his favorite class.
He also enjoys attending the boys and girls club.
 Emilio would like his future family to know he loves pets, and he would like to have a dog of his own someday, if at all possible.
 Emilio enjoys going out to eat with Chick -Fil – A and McDonalds topping his list of favorites.
Big brother Gael, who is 12, is a sweet and loving child who is energetic and outgoing.
 He enjoys bike riding, basketball, playing soccer, along with his passion for singing and dancing.
 Gael is a very caring, attentive, and well-mannered pre-teen who loves spending time with his little brother and wants them to be adopted together.
 When it comes to his education, Gael enjoys attending school where he plays football and interacting with his classmates. He does very well academically and was, in fact, selected to participate in the STEM program.
 If you think you could be a forever family for these siblings or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.

Serenity is a very active, sweet, nurturing, and social ten-year-old who enjoys playing outdoors.  Some of her favorite pastimes are swimming or riding her bike with friends.
 One new activity on her list of things to do, is she has recently begun karate lessons and is learning additional levels of discipline, she is looking forward to one day obtaining her black belt in karate.
 Serentiy is currently into listening to K-Pop, watching anime such as Sailor Moon, and enjoys spending time with her caretaker and engaging in family activities such as going to church, going out to eat, or a shopping trip.
 Serenity loves eating and creating sweets, as she has recently begun to learn how to bake cookies & cakes, to share creations with her friends.
 Some fun facts about Serenity
 She loves reading and art.
Is currently taking karate lessons
Loves to go swimming
Going to church on Sundays
 Serenity is still young and is not sure what she wants to do career-wise, but she knows she wants to attend college, as education is very important to her.
 But she is sure about Christmas being her favorite time of the year, as she loves the feeling of being around loved ones and enjoys the holiday treats, with the ultimate gift of a forever family.
 
Serenity is wanting a family with many siblings, younger or older, and one with many pets, but most importantly forever love.  
 If you think you could be Serenity’s forever family or another Texas child, please call 1-800-233-3405 for more information or visit www.adoptchildren.org where you can find a schedule of online public information meetings, and learn about the foster/adoption program.
You can also view the www.heartgallerystx.org website, where South Texas children have their portraits along with individual personal stories they wish to share, with their future forever family.