SMITHVILLE — The Texas Afterschool Centers on Education program partnered with Smithville High School this semester to create a new option for dedicated pupils in the area.Profession Alignment With Service aims to reach high school students that either need to make up attendance hours, are interested in a career in education or are in need of a mentor. Participants volunteer after school hours to assist ACE teachers and work on assignments with fellow learners.Students reported gaining more from the experience than they initially expected, with smiles across the board.“The kids are amazing and funny. I appreciate every second I was ...