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November 11, 2010 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 35, No. 41 Holiday trash pickup set Residents of Clear Brook City Municipal Utility District will have the normal pickup on Dobie’s 11-year championship drought ends Veterans Day, Thursday, Nov. 11. There will be no city of Houston collection services on Veterans Day. Thursday’s garbage “But we are going to go out to prove that win- its opponents by a combined score of 198-44. and curbside recycling will be collected on Class 5A Division I Bidistrict Football Playoffs ning this district title was no fl uke and that we Against Deer Park, the Longhorns followed Friday, Nov. 12. Dobie Longhorns (8-2) at Beaumont West Brook Bruins (7-3) are for real. We have played outstanding football their usual route to victory. For information, check online at www. for seven weeks for sure, and I expect that to Surrendering the fi rst points of the game for houstonsolidwaste.org for the 2010 holiday Saturday, Nov. 13; Beaumont ISD Thomas Center, 1 p.m. continue. the third straight week, this time after a fumble “West Brook is obviously a good team. We against the Deer, the Longhorns went on to rout collection schedule or call 3-1-1, the City of By John Bechtle on the Bruins’ home turf. Kickoff is 1 p.m. Houston’s customer service hotline. are going to have to play with great intensity, be the home team. Sports Editor Beaumont West Brook, which lost its regular physical and play mistake-free football. I cer- Quarterback Blake Jackson was at his best, Dobie’s dominance of the District 22-5A var- season fi nale to La Porte and therefore ended its tainly believe we have what it takes to win.” rushing 15 times for 192 yards. DeMarcus Boyd, Tree waste pickup set sity football ranks now complete, the program season at 7-3 overall, won a coin fl ip to decide And there’s plenty of reasons to support Phil- the District 22-5A rushing champion, fi nished Tree waste only will be picked up Thursday, has basked in the glow of winning the school’s home fi eld advantage. But the scenario doesn’t lips’ display of optimism. with 149 yards on 17 carries to give him 1,326 Nov. 18, for city of Houston residents living fi rst district title since 1999. The team accom- faze fi rst-year Dobie head coach Jim Phillips, Dobie routs 22-5A foes yards for the season. Junior tailback Andrew north of Beltway 8. Residents south of the plished the feat with a 34-13 victory over Deer who has overseen the Longhorns’ quick return to The Longhorns, now 8-2 overall after sweep- Robinson had 111 yards rushing to give him 810 beltway are scheduled for Friday, Nov. 26, due Park Nov. 5 at Deer Park in a game that was nev- prominence. ing through fi ve 22-5A foes, have won seven for the season. In short, Dobie dominated. to the Thanksgiving holiday. er close. “I believe our kids will rise to the occasion,” straight games. In district play, Dobie outscored See more JFD football on Pages 1B and 6B Now, it’s on to bigger and better things. Phillips said. “We know that none of the teams in PIP meeting Nov. 16 The Longhorns, having qualifi ed for the play- our district are favored to win in the fi rst round offs for the fi rst time since 2004, will take on the against 21-5A (which also includes La Porte, Positive Interaction Program meets Tuesday, Beaumont West Brook Bruins Saturday, Nov. 13, North Shore and Port Arthur Memorial). Nov. 16, at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hermann South- Horns in championship form east Hospital. A presentation will be given. PIP consists of police and citizens working for safer neighborhoods. For information, call SVFD open house set for Nov. 13 Officer Randy Derr at 281-218-3900. After a few construction delays, the Southeast an offi cial ribbon-cutting at the new station, to Volunteer Fire Department is set to celebrate the be followed by a traditional “wet down” by other Leader holiday closing grand opening of its new station at 10510 Scars- area fi re departments. The Leader office will be closed Thanks- dale with an open house Saturday, Nov. 13, from The community fi re department has come a giving and Friday, Nov. 26. The deadline for 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. long way since its 1972 inception. copy will be Thursday, Nov. 18, at noon, and Funded by a Clear Brook City Municipal Util- Originally called the Sagemont Volunteer Fire the deadline for paid advertisements and clas- ity District bond that voters approved in March Department, the group changed its name in 1974 sified word ads will be Monday, Nov. 22, at 2007, the station cost roughly $2 million to when the City of Houston annexed the Sagemont noon. The Thursday edition of the Leader will construct and will occupy approximately 9,500 subdivision. be available Wednesday, Nov. 24. square feet. The department is now responsible for cover- The facility will be the third in the area for the ing the local communities in Harris County that department, along with two located on Hughes remain unincorporated by the city. This includes AF JROTC food drive Road (one manned and one unmanned), and will the municipal utility districts of Kirkmont, Sage- The Dobie High School Air Force JROTC serve as its main station and fi rst large-scale di- meadow and Clear Brook City. Both the Clear will host a food drive for the Salvation Army saster headquarters. Brook City and the Sagemeadow municipal util- Saturday, Nov. 13, at Kroger from 9 a.m. to 5 The function will feature a blessing by the Rev. ity districts have reached agreements with the p.m. They will accept canned and dry foods. James Burkhart of St. Luke’s church, as well as a City of Houston that prohibit annexation for celebration of remembrance for deceased mem- nearly three decades. Knights sell catfish bers, accompanied by the St. Thomas Episcopal The area covered is approximately fi ve-square The Knights of Columbus will serve catfish Pipers. miles in size and has roughly 25,000 residents. dinners to the public at St. Luke the Evangelist SVFD offi cials, along with board members All members of the South Belt community are Catholic Church on Nov. 12 and Nov. 19. Soft from the Clear Brook City MUD and South Belt- invited to tour the new station after the grand- drinks and desserts will be available. Ellington Chamber of Commerce, will conduct opening festivities. One-piece dinners will be sold for $9, and two-piece dinners for $12, dine in or take out, from 5 to 7 p.m. at the church parish hall PISD named a top 100 workplace A series of punishing blows by the Dobie defense kept Deer Park’s offense at bay as the Long- 11011 Hall Road. All money raised will be horns claimed their fi rst district championship since 1999 with a 34-13 victory over the Deer The Pasadena Independent School District has Lewis, the district’s superintendent of schools, Nov. 5 at Abshire Stadium in Deer Park. On this play, Deer Park’s Demetrius Banks (21) is used for scholarships and other local commu- been named one of the top 100 workplaces in the said. “That Pasadena ISD is one of the top 100 nity charitable projects. For information, call pounded to the turf by Dobie’s Cody Early (90), Jordin Harrison (30) and Reggie Wilson (4). Houston area, the only public school district to workplaces in Houston is evidence that the secret Photo by Al Carter, PISD Communications Specialist 832-444-4958. be selected to the list. is out. Thanks to all our employees who make The district was also cited as a special award this such a great place to serve.” Gospel concert at Sagemont recipient for employee training, judged to be the Surveys used to qualify companies for the A southern gospel concert will be held in best of the top 100 companies. list were conducted by WorkplaceDynamics and Mitchell to speak at luncheon the Sagemont Church auditorium Friday, Nov. An abundance of teacher workshops and tech- published in a special section of the Houston A former longtime Kirkwood resident, Mitch- 12, at 7 p.m. The performance will feature nology training opportunities were cited as rea- Chronicle on Sunday, Nov. 7. Bob Mitchell will be ell joined BAHEP in 2000 to oversee the state- Ernie Haase & Signature Sound, Greater sons for the award. PISD was ranked No. 18 among 26 companies the guest speaker at a wide implementation of the Space Alliance Vision, Paul’s Journey and Jessica King. “We’ve often lamented that Pasadena ISD named to the large companies list. Another 34 luncheon sponsored by Technology Outreach Program (SATOP). He The performance will benefit Compassion is one of the state’s best kept secrets,” Dr. Kirk fi rms were named on the midsize companies list the South Belt-Elling- was increasingly asked in 2006 to represent the International to raise awareness of children in and 40 more on the small companies list. ton Chamber of Com- president in many initiatives and social func- poverty all over the world. Tickets are $19 for “I’ve always believed that the employees of merce Tuesday, Nov. tions. adults and $6 for children 12 and under. They this district are its heart and soul,” Lewis said. 16, at the Golfcrest Deputy shoots In 2007, he was assigned responsibility of can be purchased at Sagemont Church, www. “When you love what you do and genuinely care Country Club at 2509 BAHEP ’s day-to-day operations, and in the fall iticket.com. or www.evangelismtickets.com. for the people with whom you work, there is no Country Club Drive in of that year, was named president-elect of the or- Fore more information, call 281 481-8770. fleeing suspect end to what we can accomplish together.” Pearland. Of all those companies, the Pasadena ISD was Mitchell, president ganization. He assumed the presidency on Janu- GAT PTO, boosters meet A routine traffi c stop on the Gulf Freeway fourth in the number of employees with 6,151. of the Bay Area Hous- ary 1, 2008. feeder road at Dixie Farm Road ended in gunfi re Only Memorial Hermann Healthcare System ton Economic Partner- Mitchell believes in giving back to the com- Thompson Intermediate School PTO Club Tuesday night when a Harris County sheriff’s (20,576 employees), Methodist Hospital System ship (BAHEP), has 34 munity and has actively donated his time in will meet Thursday, Nov. 11, at 6:30 p.m. in deputy shot a man wielding a pistol. (12,355) and St. Luke’s Episcopal Health Sys- years of experience in numerous capacities. In September 2009, Gov. the cafeteria. The club is looking for officers A pair of deputies attempted to pull the un- tem (6,402) had more. economic develop- Bob Mitchell Rick Perry appointed Mitchell to his Aerospace to fill the 2010-2011 PTO board/Eighth Grade identifi ed driver over at roughly 7:50 p.m. for PISD, established in 1898, is the second-old- ment, process controls and Aviation Advisory Committee. Mitchell also Dance Committee. All parents should attend. failing to wear a seat belt. Once stopped at the est of the large companies named. Sam Houston and manufacturing management in the Houston serves on numerous boards including that of the The Thompson Intermediate Booster Club Shell station at the area intersection, however, State University, founded in 1874, is the oldest. region. Recently, he has been instrumental in Clear Lake Regional Medical Center, UTMB will meet Thursday, Nov. 11, at 7:15 p.m. in the suspect fl ed on foot toward the Howard John- Anadarko Petroleum was named No. 1 among leading the fi ght to save jobs at NASA. Continued on Page 6A the cafeteria. All parents should attend. son hotel. large companies. Hilcorp Energy emerged as the After reportedly seeing the man pull out a top company on the midsize list and Planning Street repairs to Beamer at Kirkfair AARP meeting Nov. 12 handgun, one of the deputies fi red a single shot, Design Research Corp, an architectural fi rm, The South Belt AARP will meet at 10:30 striking the suspect. He was taken to Memorial topped the small company list. The concrete leading into the drainage inlet sinking situation. a.m. Friday, Nov. 12, at El Franco Lee Hermann Southeast Hospital, where he was list- WorkplaceDynamics, a Pennsylvania-based near the intersection of Kirkfair and Beamer has Recently, crews from the City of Houston in- Community Center, 9400 Hall Road. Music ed as being in stable condition at press time. Continued on Page 2A been sinking for a few weeks now. vestigated the inlet and determined the solution will be provided by Teresa Mauney. The Leader contacted the offi ce of Houston to the cave-in. At press time, repairs to the street The meeting will include the annual City Councilman Mike Sullivan to remedy this and inlet were under way. Thanksgiving luncheon for those with prior reservations. Election of officers will also be Emory, granddaughter enjoy game held. Area mom gives unique punishment The South Belt A South Belt mother set a unique punish- lar incident occurred last year, the unidentifi ed Kirkmont meets Nov. 15 has caught Long- ment this past week for her son who was caught woman said. Kirkmont Section 3 and 4 Community horn fever, as the stealing at school by making him carry a sign on School offi cials had given the youth a three- Association will hold its annual meeting on Dobie varsity foot- Hughes Road telling passing-by drivers of his day suspension, but the mother felt the punish- Monday, Nov. 15, at 7 p.m. at the Kirkmont ball team clinched actions. ment may not have been enough to discourage M.U.D. Building, 10102 Blackhawk Blvd. All its fi rst district title The single mother of three said the boy, a him from future criminal activity. residents of Kirkmont Sections 3 and 4 are in 11 years, defeat- Thompson eighth-grader, had been caught tak- “I needed something to help him get scared,” encouraged to attend. The 2011 annual main- ing Deer Park this ing a pair of shoes from a school locker. A simi- Continued on Page 6A tenance fees and deed restrictions will be dis- past week 34-13. cussed, and board members will be elected. The Longhorns will now take on Thomas benefi t slated for Nov. 13 Concert at Stuchbery the Beaumont In- A benefi t for Angelica Thomas will be held Witnesses were able to identify Jimenez’s ve- dependent School Stuchbery Elementary will perform a Saturday, Nov. 13, at the Scoreboard Sports Bar, hicle to Webster police, and a short chase ensued. District’s West located at 3520 FM 1765 in Texas City, begin- Police cornered Jimenez in a strip center park- Veterans Day Concert on Thursday, Nov. 11, Brook Bruins Sat- at 9 a.m. in the cafeteria. The concert will be ning at noon. ing lot at Egret Bay and NASA Road 1, where urday, Nov. 13, in Thomas was the lone survivor in a triple they found him dead of an apparent self-infl icted performed by the second-grade class to give Beaumont. Shown thanks to all veterans for serving in the U.S. shooting that took place in an apartment complex gunshot wound to the head. to the left enjoy- parking lot in Webster Saturday, Oct. 2. Both women were Life Flighted to Memorial Armed Forces. ing a recent game All veterans and their families are invited to According to police, the shootings occurred Hermann Hospital-Texas Medical Center, where are longtime Dobie when Thomas, 23, along with her friend Jessica Davies was later pronounced dead. the concert and a reception following in the football statistician library. The concert is free and open to all Davies, 24, of Friendswood, went to confront Thomas has already undergone multiple sur- Emory Gadd and Germain Jimenez, Davies’ sisters’s ex-boyfriend, geries, but will require several more, plus exten- parents and family members of the students at his granddaugh- Stuchbery Elementary. at the Hidden Lakes apartment complex in the sive rehabilitation. ter Kaytlin Gadd. 900 block of Henderson. The fundraiser will feature live music, silent Kaytlin, 6, is the Jimenez, 33, had reportedly been harassing and live auctions, raffl es, barbecue, activities and Ashley Pointe meeting set daughter of Jimmy Davies’ sister following their recent break-up. a chili cook-off. Barbecue plates will be avail- Ashley Pointe Homeowners Association and Jeanna Gadd. When the two women were leaving Jimenez’s able for $8 each, and bowls of chili will be $5 will meet Tuesday, Nov. 16, at 6:30 p.m. at the apartment, he followed them outside and shot each. the Sageglen Community Center located at Photo by Al Carter each of them multiple times as they were enter- For more information, call Robin Murphy at 11610 Sageyork. ing their vehicles. 832-692-5004. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, November 11, 2010 PW Library sets events Moore builds gazebo The following events are scheduled for Nov. 11 through Students display fire safety posters Nov. 17 at Parker Williams Library: This year, there is a new outdoor activities. Swearingen is remem- Saturday, Nov. 13, Vietnamese storytime will include structure on the lawns of The community has also bered fondly by students, Reading Club at 9 a.m., followed by intermediate storytime Moore Elementary. A gaze- made good use of the gaze- parents and staff. They say at 11 a.m. and beginner storytime at 1 p.m. The genealogy bo has been built for school bo, especially during base- that he was a kind-hearted discussion group will meet Monday, Nov. 15, at 2 p.m. This and community use with ball practices. man who cared for and meeting is open to the public. funds from PTO and school The idea for the gazebo motivated both students and Preschool storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, and tod- fundraisers. was inspired by Cliff Swear- staff. His motto, “Be All dler storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Thursday. Students and teachers ingen, former assistant prin- You Can Be,” can be heard use the gazebo for reading, cipal at Moore, who died in daily during morning making observations, and 2008. announcements. CBHS golf tourney set The Clear Brook Boys Basketball program will hold its inaugural golf tournament Nov. 13 at the Golf Club at Country Place Shotgun starts at 12:30 p.m. Proceeds will support the program with new uniforms and traveling costs. The cost is $85 for single play and $340 for a foursome. Dinner and a silent auction are included. For information, contact coach Jason Pillow at 281-284- 2163 or [email protected]. Registration and sponsorship information is available at brookbasketball.org under News. GAT yearbooks on sale The Thompson Lions yearbook is now on sale for $40 while supplies last. For information, call Erica Alvarez at 713-740-0510. Wood Meadow II contest The Wood Meadow Section II Association will hold a Christmas decorating contest for everyone in the community to participate in. The association will award a first- and sec- ond-place winner for the best Christmas decorations. Judging will take place on Dec. 18, 2010, and prizes will be awarded. Project Grad parents night out Southeast Volunteer Fire Department presented a Alana Pogue, Anthony Vasquez, Lauren Mendez, fire safety program at Frazier Elementary during Dobie Project Graduation will host Parent’s Night Out at Emilio Villarreal, (second row) Sofia Malo, Shelsea Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd., on Fire Safety Week. The students explored the fire Hernandez, Denise Rodriguez, Emily Carvajal, Friday, Nov. 26, from 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. Parents can leave trucks and learned valuable information about (third row) Sidney Torres, Ethan Chapa, Javier their child with the J. Frank Dobie senior class of 2011 and preventing fires and staying safe. The students Martinez, Azhia Alvarez, (back row) Madison their parent sponsors for $5 an hour for a minimum of two participated in a fire safety poster contest which Medrano, Kimberly Huynh, McKenna Carter, hours. Games, movies, activities and fun will be available for was judged by the firemen. Pictured with their Celestina DeLuna and Michelle Ta. ages 2 through 12 years. This is an opportunity for the senior winning posters are, left to right, (front row) Photo submitted class of 2011 to raise much needed funds for their Project Graduation event on June 3, 2011.

Students in Darlene Marzouk’s fourth-grade class use the campus’ newly Dobie calendars on sale constructed gazebo for reading time. Pictured are, left to right, (seated on Brook excels at Lamar, closer to state 2011 J. Frank Dobie Calendars are currently on sale for steps) Caleb Morante, Lydia Salazar, Ethan Blair, Andy Nguyen, Tati Alba, The Clear Brook Speech for the state meet in Domes- achieving the rank of quar- Brook debate team – work- $10 each. The calendars feature football, Lariaettes, cheer- Melina Hernandez, (seated on bench) Javian Castaneda, Matthew Dobbs, and Debate team was on the tic Extemporaneous Speak- terfi nalist in Lincoln Douglas ing toward bid status for TOC leaders, band, boys’ and girls’ basketball, volleyball and the Rabeeah Bhatty, Gilberto Rangel, David Medina, Joshua Amaya, Brittany road again the weekend of ing, decided to branch out Debate. Also earning points tournament qualifi cations. JFD singers. For more information, contact Carolyn Johnson Gutierrez, Juliana Hickman, Anosha Peete Meyers and Matthew Oct. 29 and Oct. 30 when it into Foreign Extemp Speak- in LD Debate were Rishi In order to qualify for the at [email protected] or call 832-665-8376. Dawkins. Photo submitted attended a Tournament of ing that weekend where she Suresh, Nhi Do and Eric TOC tournament to be hosted Champions qualifying meet accumulated six state points Chaney, each of whom added in 2011, members must accu- at Lamar Consolidated High by placing fourth out of more one point to their totals by mulate two bids over a com- School in Rosenberg. than 70 entrants. Addition- achieving octo-fi nalist status. petitive season. Keeping true to their ally, Hogg was recognized Additional successes were That weekend, the team PISD, top 100 workplaces winning record, the fi ghting as an octo-fi nalist in Cham- realized by fellow LD Debat- saw the fruits of their labor by Deaths Wolverines returned to their pionship CX Debate with her ers Neil Patel and Adriel Ri- realizing a total of four sin- After leaving the Air Continued from Page 1A area, and 188 companies Dynamics. campus with yet more awards partner, Eric Stone. vera who were double-octo gular bid wins by the follow- Houston Davis Force, Richardson worked research fi rm, conducted participated. Those 188 Employees participating to add to their growing col- Bodiford, also currently and octo-fi nalists, respective- ing students in the following Richardson at Armco Steel Corporation surveys to determine from companies were the source in the survey were asked to lection. qualifi ed for the state meet in ly. events: Bodiford (Domestic in Houston as a steel mill employees what they con- for 118,555 employee re- give their opinion to such Leading the team that March in Domestic Extemp Rounding out team acco- Extemp), Kelly Hogg (For- supervisor in the DR Plant sidered to be an excellent sponses. issues as the company weekend was fi rst-place Stu- Speaking, added four state lades for the weekend were eign Extemp), Suresh (For- from 1966 till 1982, when he work environment. The top 100 list is com- growth and success, oppor- dent Congress fi nisher Jes- points to his total by placing the Public Forum Debate eign Extemp), and Chaney retired. The fi rm solicited re- posed of “great places to tunities for advancement, sica Cetrone. This rank now third. teams of Sami Gifford/Daniel (Foreign Extemp). After retirement, he and his qualifi es Cetrone to be the Debate events also saw an Hogg and Madhushree Zope/ The team is looking for- wife moved to Palestine on a sponses from 1,352 com- work in the Houston area,” manager relationships, and third Texas Forensics State onslaught of successes begun Alexa Schnoor who advanced ward to upcoming meets at panies in the Houston according to Workplace- pay and benefi ts. farm with their 36-year-old qualifi er for the team behind by team president Saurabh to the octo-fi nal round in the Clear Lake High School and horse, Suzanne, and 14-year- Kelly Hogg and Hunter Bodi- Limaye. Currently with two event. Katy Taylor before taking a old Shih Tzu, Sparkman. ford. points toward his goal, Li- That weekend produced much needed break for the A memorial celebration of Hogg, currently qualifi ed maye added two points by an additional focus for the Thanksgiving holidays. Richardson’s life will be held in the chapel of SouthPark Funeral Home in Pearland on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2010, at 10 a.m. In lieu of customary re- membrances, memorial con- Houston Davis “Bud” tributions may be made to Richardson, 71, died Mon- BARC (The Anderson County day, Nov. 1, 2010, at Palestine Humane Society), 335 Armory Regional Medical Center. in Road, Palestine, TX 75803. Palestine, Texas. He was born Visit www.southparkfunerals. Sept. 16, 1939, in Mineola, com to sign the guestbook. Texas, to Henry Richardson and Vivian Richardson. The family resided in Sagemont Joan Marie for more than 20 years. Colman Richardson was preceded in death by his parents; a Joan Marie Colman, 70, sister, Patsy Ruth Brown; a died Saturday, Nov. 6, 2010. brother, Sammy Dale Rich- She was born June 27, 1940, ardson; and son Anthony in Summerville, Texas. She Noah Caughlin. was a South Belt resident for He is survived by his wife more than 20 years. of 38 years, Ruth H. “Bil- Colman is preceded in lie” Richardson; his children, death by her husband of more Beverly Phillips of Madison- than 51 years, Ronald Ar- ville, Texas, Brett Richardson die Colman Sr.; son-in-law of Pearland, Suzan Tompkins Tommy Blevins; brother Paul and husband David of Hous- “Bud” Bowers; and brother- ton, Gregory Caughlin of in-law Rodney Coleman. Houston, John Caughlin III Survivors include her and wife Patty of Ponca City, mother, Bobbie Bowers; Okla., daughter-in-law Mela- daughters Ronda Poole and nie Martin of Webster, and husband Craig and Karen Beth Tadlock and husband Blevins; son Ronald A. Brad of Pearland. Colman Jr.; grandchildren The Clear Brook Speech and Debate team recently to right, (front row) Nhi Do, Jessica Cetrone, Rishi Other survivors include his Christopher Poole, Michael returned from a tournament at Lamar High School Suresh, (back row) Saurabh Limaye, Eric Chaney, grandchildren, Christopher “Bucky” Poole, Michelle with several awards and trophies. Pictured are, left Kelly Hogg and Hunter Bodiford. Tompkins, Danielle Tomp- DeBerry and husband LA, kins, Lauren Caughlin, Chad Krystal Nichols and hus- Caughlin, Amanda Neal, band Zachary, and Amanda Caitlin Caughlin, Anthony Blevins; great-grandchildren Noah Caughlin II, Connor Lucas, Seth and LA Jr.; Anthony Caughlin, Tommy brother Neil Bowers and wife SHHS H.O.S.T.S. aids SHI students Followwill, Jason Phillips, Charlotte; brother-in-law Da- Joseph Phillips, Tyler Rich- vid Colman and wife Susan; ardson, Blaine Richardson, sister-in-law Susie Kostecka Amber Charalampous, Tan- and husband Sonny; and nu- South Houston High ner Charalampous, Sterling merous nieces, nephews and School H.O.S.T.S. pro- Holley; special friend Patri- other family and friends. gram has started at cia Rogers; and special friend A celebration of Colman’s and helper Bryum Nahuatt. life will be held Thursday, South Houston Inter- Richardson graduated from Nov. 11, 2010, at 10 a.m. in mediate. SHI campus Galena Park High School in the chapel of SouthPark Fu- math specialist Melissa 1960. He enlisted in the U.S. neral Home with burial to fol- Garza currently assists Air Force on Feb. 1, 1962, low at SouthPark Cemetery. Gail Ward, peer facili- and received an honorable Visit www.southparkfunerals. tator at SHI, in starting discharge on Feb. 1, 1966. com to sign the guest book. off the program. The high school H.O.S.T.S. students led by Char- Ruiz performs at SJC lotte Spencer will be Dr. Sergio Ruiz, director chamber music of Spanish working collaborative- of keyboard studies and asso- composer Enrique Granados ly with Garza’s math ciate professor at Sam Hous- (1867-1916) and has partici- class. Pictured, Garza ton State University, will pated in numerous state and (middle) aids Edgar perform a free concert for the international competitions, Pena (left) from South public on Thursday, Nov. 11, including the Cleveland In- Houston High School at San Jacinto College Cen- ternational and Concert Artist and Alliyah Baker tral. Guild competitions. He won (right) from South The event will begin at the 2009 Texas Music Teach- Houston Intermediate 7 p.m. in the Jan Corbin ers Association Collegiate Recital Hall located in the Teacher of the Year. as they work together Monte Blue Music Build- Ruiz will perform for a to create pictorial mod- ing. Ruiz is an accomplished second time during a master els for multiplication pianist, having performed on class for SJC students at 2 and division of frac- radio broadcasts throughout p.m. on Friday, Nov. 19, an tions. Central and South America. event supported by the Stu- He most recently performed dent Success Initiative grant Photo submitted in Ecuador and Mexico and through the San Jacinto Col- appeared live on Houston's lege Foundation. San Jacinto KUHF 88.7, The Front Row. College Central is located at Ruiz is currently prepar- 8060 Spencer Highway in ing an edition of the piano Pasadena. Thursday, November 11, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 HOSA students volunteer at library San Jac students conduct science experiments, work alongside Genoa Elementary students

More than 50 elementary in November as judges for students worked alongside a mini-science fair and in San Jacinto College students spring 2011 to judge another to conduct science experi- science fair for third- and ments during a recent ser- fourth-grade individual proj- vice-learning visit at Genoa ects. The elementary students Elementary School. will also visit SJC for a series The fourth-graders tested of on-site lab experiments, boxed soft drink cans and conducted by both college cans packaged with plastic students and faculty. rings to compare the amount “The students and teach- of microorganisms; their sec- ers at Genoa Elementary were ond experiment recorded the extremely excited to have the gas content of regular and college students visit,” said diet drinks. A third experi- Principal Tiffany Bennett. ment tested the cleanliness “We anticipate this partner- of surfaces, like desktops, ship will help the younger keyboards, door knobs, and students to better understand more. The event gave SJC science, and we believe it students the chance to ap- sends a positive message that ply what they’ve learned this college is not only important, semester in their chemistry but is also attainable. We want course while participating in all of our Genoa students to service learning. have high expectations for “I fi nd it very rewarding themselves, and college is an to see how well our students important step for their future do as they are working with successes.” and explaining experiments This is the college’s third to the elementary school year to visit and perform sci- children,” said Dr. Ann Cart- ence experiments at Genoa. wright, chair of the depart- Equipment used this year Genoa Elementary School students Anna Diaz (left) and Selena Diaz (right) Health Occupations Students of America (HOSA) ties. Donations of gently used books, magazines, ment of science at SJC Cen- included donations from work with San Jacinto College student Artemio Villarreal on a science experi- students from Dobie High School volunteered to tral campus. “It builds their Texas Chiropractic College ment to record the amount of gas content in a soft drink. CDs and videos are accepted inside the entrance confi dence and self-esteem. I with funding provided by the work at the recent Friends of Parker Williams to the library. HOSA volunteers pictured, are, left also want to show elementary Greater Houston Section of Photo by Jeannie Peng-Armao, San Jacinto College marketing department. Branch Library book sale. The library held its to right, (front row) Ariel Carter, Khanh Phan, school students how science American Chemical Society. final book sale of the year on Saturday, Oct. 30. Johnny Huynh, (back row) Kayla Guel, Dustin Ngo can really be a lot of fun.” For more information Proceeds from the sale help support library activi- and Marilyn Nguyen. Photo by Betty Kinnison SJC students will re- about SJC, visit www.sanjac. UHCL presents The Secret of Kells turn to Genoa Elementary edu or call 281-998-6150. Bring the whole family Clear Lake student identifi ca- Offi ce of Student Life at 281- and experience The Secret of tion. 283-2560, e-mail movies@ Kells, an Academy Award- For more information or uhcl.edu or visit http://www. nominated Best Animated to purchase tickets, call the uhcl.edu/movies. Frazier announces first 9-weeks rolls Feature fi lm set in the ninth century and inspired by Irish Frazier Elementary recent- Honor roll Jesse Mitchell, Valerie Solis, Ashley Sorto, Rachel Marco Garza, Michelle rall, Rachel Sumrall, Kane mythology on Saturday, Nov. ly released its honor, merit and Anabella Amaro, Andrea Morales, Kali Muniz, Chris- Sumrall, Michelle Ta, Joshua Garza, Samantha Gilbreath, Tao, Antonio Tenorio, Joshua 13, at 7 p.m. in the univer- South Belt perfect attendance rolls for the Brown, Jose Cabrera, Abbi tian Resendez, Jonathan Re- Thomas, Autumn Tilley and Megan Glass, Patrick Gomez, Thomas, Symone Thompson sity’s Student Services and fi rst nine-weeks of the 2010- Chiovaro, Ian Cisneros, Jacob sendez, Sidney Torres, Aaron Brianna Vega. Alivia Gonzalez, Stephanie and Michael Tucker. Classroom Building, Lecture 2011 school year. 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HAVE A MEESKA MOOSKA DAY MANDITO! a birthday Nov. 16. the top high school in all of Houston in this Happy second birthday to Armando Lean- Melillo Middle School event. This year’s goal was to raise $3,600 ($1 FARMERS® dro Garcia on Nov. 11 from parents Toni and Nov. 12 is the day for a birthday party for for each Dobie student). Armando Garcia. Also helping celebrate his Rosa Rodriguez. Rosalinda Delgado enjoys Joyce Gorkiewicz sends greetings to all. FINANCIAL SOLUTIONS birthday are maternal grandparents Sandra a birthday Nov. 13. Celebrating a birthday Nov. She is in Playa del Carmen, Mexico, for a Jeffrey M. Barry and Enrique Mendoza, paternal grandpar- 15 is Wendy Lefever. beach wedding but will see the group next Insurance and Financial ents Silvia and Juan Garcia, aunts, uncles Morris Middle School month. Services Representative and cousins. Salvatore Falcone enjoys a birthday Nov. The Trailmixers are sharing sorrow with 11555 Beamer Rd., Ste 600 SCHOOL DAZE 15. Nov. 16 is the day for a birthday surprise for Lois Sumbera, retired Dobie social studies The following personnel and staff members Lorraine Hollis and Shannon Summerlin. teacher, at the death of her mother in Victoria. 281-464-3383 of the Pasadena Independent School District Beverly Hills Intermediate Funeral services were held Oct 26. Offering: Mutual Funds, Variable celebrate birthdays Nov. 11 through Nov. 17. The day for a birthday cake for Norma Roger Woest’s Caring Cabaret is sched- Universal Life, Variable Annuities, Atkinson Elementary Gamino is Nov. 11. Enjoying a birthday Nov. uled for Nov. 14 from 5 to 8 p.m. at Café IRAs, 40l(k)s Securities offered through Farmers Financial Solutions, LLC, A birthday greeting is sent on Nov. 11 14 is Martina Barrera. Birthday wishes are Moustache on Westheimer. It’s a charity event. Member FINRA & SIPC to Debra Lambert. Blow out the birthday sent to Sherry Sellers Nov. 17. For information, contact Roger, a Pasadena candles for Yaaresi Quintanilla Nov. 12. Thompson Intermediate Memorial counselor, at rwoest@pasadenaisd. Burnett Elementary On Nov. 12, a double birthday is enjoyed by org. Birthday wishes are sent to Tammy Dayrit Carol Waters and Guillermina De La Rosa. Wishes for strength go to Carol Barber Nov. 14. Marking a birthday Nov. 17 is Nohemi Shelia Smith is wished a happy birthday Nov. Uran, who is dealing with her husband’s seri- Garcia. 13. The day for a party for Maria Lerma is ous illness. Best Friends Frazier Elementary Nov. 15. Julia Jay, former Dobie English teacher, Greetings for a happy birthday are sent to Dobie High continues to teach at San Jacinto College on Maria Jarazo-Gonzalez Nov. 14. On Nov. 15, a double birthday is celebrated a part-time basis. Husband J.L., an active city Boutique Moore Elementary by Norman McIntyre and Keith Purdue. judge, is rumored as being considered as a Birthday greetings are sent to Maury Klann Birthday wishes are sent to Irvin Theodile replacement for Dallas Cowboy quarterback Grooming & Nov. 17. Nov. 16. A birthday greeting is sent to Nicole Tony Romo. Boarding South Belt Elementary Barnes Nov. 17. Trailmixers meet for lunch at 1 p.m. the first A special birthday wish is sent to Hilda DOBIE TRAILMIXER NEWS Tuesday of the month at the Luby’s on Fuqua. Gonzales Nov. 13. Tanya Hensley enjoys a The Dobie Trailmixers recently met at Luby’s LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS birthday Nov. 15. Nov. 16 is the day for a cake for their monthly meeting. Topics included: E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, con- Tender Loving Care for Cameron Dodson. Dobie’s Brad Rampp once again spon- gratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltlead for All Dogs & Cats Stuchbery Elementary sored the school’s participation in the annual er.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items Blow out the birthday candles for Angelica Walk to Cure Diabetes on Saturday, Nov. 6, at must be submitted by Friday noon for the next The Lariaette of the Week for Nov. 1 through Nov. 5 Sylvia Nov. 14. Perla Montemayor celebrates Reliant Park. For nine years, Dobie has been week’s publication. is Paige Cavazos. Paige is the daughter of Myra and Hughes at South Belt Jason Rowe. She is a senior and a third-year member of the Lariaettes. Dobie Band Section of the Week 281-484-9655 Local Democrats host Southbelt Montessori School holiday dinner party Day Care Facility 12495 Scarsdale • 281-484-7222 Bay Area New Democrats when purchasing a ticket. At- and Bay Area Association tire is festive. of Democratic Women will As is customary, Demo- celebrate the season of giv- crats will honor a charity with ing together this year at the a club donation, and volun- holiday dinner on Thursday, tary donations from guests as Dec. 9. well. Free The event, which includes Tickets purchased by Dec. short presentations, music 1 are $20 each; tickets pur- and dancing, takes place at chased after and at the door Registration La Brisa Mexican Grill, 501 will be $25 each. Wesley Drive in League City. 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Serving The Houston Area Since 1952 versary in the Pasadena In- Andy Pettitte was hon- A fatal traffi c accident dependent School District. ored at San Jacinto College took place on the Gulf Superintendent Dr. Lon Foundation Golf Tourna- Freeway near Dixie Farm • Personal Auto Luty, was guest speaker. ment. The foundation hon- Road. Friendswood resident • Homeowner Getting The Genoa choir, under the ored him with an honorary Karl Gallagher was travel- • Renters direction of Linda Fletcher, associate of arts degree and ing by motorcycle west on • Flood performed. a $100,000 endowment Dixie Farm Road as the Due to a ruling by the scholarship in his name. driver of a silver Toyota • Wind Married? University Interscholastic Dr. Rick Schneider was Tundra pickup was turning • Risk Management League, Dobie High School’s asked to serve on a state- north from Dixie Farm Road • Workers Compensation newest sports team, a girls’ wide panel to push to im- onto the Gulf Freeway feed- • Employee Benefits Let varsity soccer team in its prove math education at the er. While making a left turn, • Commercial Property fi rst year and coached by intermediate school level. the pickup driver failed to • General Liability Rhonda Foster, was placed 5 years ago (2005) yield the right of way, caus- • Contract Bonds in a district (22-5A) all by The intersection of ing Gallagher’s motorcycle Business and Personal iteself, thus awarding the Beamer and Scarsdale was to strike the Toyota’s pas- Insurance Specialists • Commercial Auto South Belt South Belt school an auto- the location of six motor senger-side door. Gallagher, • Professional Liability matic berth in the February vehicle collisions within a 20, was pronounced dead at 5A playoffs. 30-hour period. A represen- the scene. Barmore Insurance Agency offers comprehensive product lines for 20 years ago (1990) tative from Harris County The 147 Reconnaissance all of your insurance needs through these major companies. Graphics & Printing Eleven members of the Commissioner El Franco Wing of the Texas Air Houston-Aires precision Lee’s offi ce said the high National Guard offi cially drill team were selected by number of accidents war- unveiled its fi rst MQ-1B the American Drill Team ranted a traffi c study. Tim- Predator Remotely Piloted help you with all your School to participate in the ing of the lights was adjust- Vehicle at Ellington Field. Junior All-American Drill ed soon after. While the aircraft had just Team performance at Walt The Brio Site Task Force arrived at Ellington, crew printing needs. Disney World in the sum- reached an agreement with members from the 147th mer of 1991. state and federal conserva- had been fl ying overseas Two South Belt area tion agencies to provide missions with it for the pre- trick-or-treaters found approximately 142 acres of vious two years. 11555 Beamer needles embedded in their land to replace the defi ned The Kroger at 11701 candy which contract con- losses. South Sam Houston Park- Your Risk is our Specialty stable deputies believed was South Belt state Rep. way was robbed at gun- 281-484-4337 handed out in the Kirkwood Robert Talton was honored point. No immediate arrests 713-209-2800 • 1-800-376-3169 South subdivision. by the Texas Eagle Forum were made. The bank inside 8511 S. Sam Houston Pkwy E • Houston, TX 77075 During homecoming at as the most conservative the store had been robbed [email protected] • www.barmore.com the University of Houston lawmaker in Austin. just two weeks earlier. Thursday, November 11, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Abrams, Dietz engaged Childs, Allen marry Oct. 2 Crystal Childs and Brent The bride is the daughter in 2002 and attended Texas Allen were united in mar- of Pamela and Dennis Childs State University. She works riage Saturday, Oct. 2, 2010, of South Shore Harbor. at Centro Properties Group. at Xcaret Eco Park in Playa The groom is the son of The groom graduated del Carmen, Mexico, with a Connie Roy of Port Neches, from Port Neches Groves reception following. Texas, and David Allen of High School in 2001 and also The bride wore a Prono- McKinney, Texas. attended Texas State Uni- vias mermaid-style gown Kelly Mills served as maid versity. He is employed at with a sweetheart cut and of honor, and best man was Haliburton. flowing organza train. She Brandon Smith. After a honeymoon in was given in marriage by her The bride graduated from Playa del Carmen, the couple father. J. Frank Dobie High School reside in Sienna Plantation.

Travis and Robin Abrams of Friendswood, formerly of Sagemeadow, announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Elizabeth, to Andrew Dietz, son of David and Shirley Dietz of Plano, Texas. The bride-to-be attended Lutheran South Academy and graduated from Baylor University with a B.S.N. and is a registered nurse at Texas Children’s Hospital in the Houston Medical Center. The prospective groom plans to graduate from Baylor University in December with a bachelor’s degree in music education. He is currently student teaching in the Pearland Independent School District. A December wedding is planned at St. Clare’s Catholic Church in Houston.

Hobby Lions Club meets Mr. and Mrs. Brent Allen Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club will meet Wednesday, Nov. 17, at Veterans honored at UHCL 11:30 a.m. at the Golden Corral at Fuqua and I-45. University of Houston- as Juan Manuel, a composer, and complimentary refresh- Clear Lake will honor veter- guitarist, singer and UH- ments. Commemorative lapel For more information, ans from all branches of the Clear Lake alumnus, com- pins will be given to all U.S. call Monica Montoya at military at this year’s Veterans posed the song he will per- military veterans in atten- 281-794-5531. Day celebration event, Thurs- form as a tribute to veterans. dance. day, Nov. 11, at 10 a.m. at Vintage military vehicles and For more information Liberty Park, 2700 Bay Area equipment will be on display, about this event, contact Of- Advertise Blvd. The event will move to as well as a helicopter from fi ce of University Advance- the Bayou Building’s Atrium the Army National Guard. ment Executive Secretary in the Leader! II in the event of inclement All guests will receive an Cheryl Rohde at 281-283- No Job Too Small! weather. honorary U.S. fl ag lapel pin 2024. Presentations, tributes, 281-481-5656 a presentation of colors and military displays recogniz- GCLFEDS to meet ing those currently serving Call For Information as well as veterans will be Greater Clear Lake Fam- quest for independence. Lon- among the festivities. ilies Exploring Down Syn- grigg's mother, Kathie Lon- FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU NOV 25 Other scheduled high- drome will meet Thursday, grigg, will share a parent’s NEW ENROLLMENTS ONLY • WWW.MSJANETS.COM lights include the national Nov. 18, at the United Way perspective. It should be an anthem sung by 135 fourth- Building, 1300-A Bay Area inspiring meeting for parents, Child Care & Learning Center grade students from Pasadena Blvd., Conference Room A. young adults and caregivers. Independent School District’s At the general meeting, Free pizza and dessert will Ms. Janet’s Children of the Future Teague Elementary. self-advocates Andy Noser be served at 6:30 p.m., and Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. Retired Lt. Col. Larry and Michelle Longrigg will the meeting begins at 7 p.m. 6 wks - 23 mos. $110 a week Thomas, who served 22 years share their stories about their Childcare will be provided. 2 yrs. old $100 a week in the Texas Air National 3 yrs. old & up $ 90 a week Guard at Ellington Field, will be this year’s keynote speak- Singles dance set Large Play Room, Breakfast/Snack, Hot Lunches, Dance, Library & Computer Room er. A special proclamation Ms. Janet’s is providing pick-up service from WEBER & PASADENA SCHOOLS will be issued celebrating the The Bay Area Singles west of Highway 146. including MELILLO & MORRIS middle schools and South Belt Elementary. U.S. Air Force, and a presen- Club monthly dance will be Bring snacks to share. Cost tation of colors provided by held Saturday, Nov. 20, from is $6 for members and $8 for FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CALL the Clear Lake High School 7 to 11 p.m. at the VFW nonmembers. 281-484-2376 281-464-2366 Jr. ROTC. Lodge 8566 in Bacliff, locat- For more information, call Emmy-nominated Juan ed at 1401 Grand Avenue on 409-948-1156 or 281-337- 11590 HUGHES RD. @ BW8 12490 SCARSDALE BLVD. Manuel Traslavina, known FM-646, one-quarter mile 3112. CHURCH DIRECTORY

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Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. widowed. of Your Choice Youth Events on Fridays - 6:30 p.m. Nursery Available at all Services Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, November 11, 2010 Students sell soda bands for charity Evening school helps Pasadena students graduate At the beginning of the an amazing craft project for let made up of two pieces for the Make-A-Wish orga- By Al Carter his enlistment. school year, Toni Davis’ her students. of ribbon and 20 soda can nization to date, but continue PISD Communications Sometime next year, fifth-grade class at Weber Once the student ex- tabs. By using these items, to make more every day. Specialist Quintanilla will ship out for Elementary started a service plained how to make the the students then weave the The final sale of the soda He was soaking wet as the Navy’s Great Lakes train- project with all the profits bands, Davis decided that materials into a bracelet. bands was set to be at the he stood there inside the ing facility in Illinois. benefiting the Make-A Wish this would be an excellent All the work for this ser- Weber Carnival on Oct. 30, front door of the Community “I’m going to be an inte- Foundation. The project was idea to raise money for a vice project is completed at where the students were School building, irrigating the rior communications electri- the making and selling of charity. So, as a class, they home. hoping to sell out of the linoleum with runoff from his cian,” he says. “That’s a long soda bands. discussed many different According to Davis, product and raise hundreds rain-drenched clothes. Javier name for a telephone man.” After receiving a brace- charities, and the students the students have worked of dollars more. Quintanilla, consumed by Quintanilla has already let made out of soda tabs decided they wanted all the incredibly hard at making “The students are so the elements, looked as for- memorized the list of things from a student, Davis said money made from this proj- the bracelets and selling energetic about this project lorn and lost as any stray cat he’s allowed to take. that she had never seen any- ect to be donated to the them to friends, neighbors and are overjoyed at the fact caught in a cloudburst. His Bible. thing like it and immedi- Make-A-Wish Foundation. and peers for $2 each. that they are helping to grant Yet, that was the day that And a sturdy shaving kit. ately thought it would make A soda band is a brace- They have raised $1,800 a child’s wish,” Davis said. Quintanilla, an 18-year-old “It takes me about two stray from the Pasadena In- hours to grow a beard,” he dependent School District laughs. graduation rolls, found him- But his bike will stay self – for good. parked at home, with an aunt Staff members helped him and an uncle in Pasadena who dry out that day, just a couple two weeks ago gave him an of months ago. Happily, none alternative place to stay – one of his Community School closer to school. That enabled classmates tried to spin the him to cut his bike commute soggy scene into a joke. from 50 minutes down to a “They all knew I rode my half-hour. bike,” Quintanilla said, “so I Although he’s leaving it guess they understood.” behind, Quintanilla says, his Yet, that was the day bike will always be parked in Javier Quintanilla (left) and another grad, Njarie Thomas, attend a party at Quintanilla wasn’t sure if he his heart. Community School in honor of the fi ve graduates the school has helped cross understood. That was his day “It symbolizes that there the fi nish line since the start of the 2010-2011 school year. Quintanilla earned a of doubt. The day that almost are still people out there who diploma from Rayburn; Thomas from Dobie. derailed his dream of a high care about me,” he says. “Be- school diploma – a dream fore, I didn’t think that any- Rayburn, Quintanilla found had honed his musical skills “They’re proud of me now. that recently became a real- body cared about me at all.” out just before graduation at church singing in the choir. And that’s a great feeling.” ity. Now Quintanilla seems to that he had failed the second Now he let it be known that ––– That was the slick Sep- make another fan every time half of Algebra II and would he needed a bike to get to Quintanilla is one of fi ve tember morning when Quin- he turns around. not graduate with his class. school. students who have earned tanilla seriously questioned “He did not miss a sin- “I had a really tough A couple who attend the their diplomas through Com- his decision to go back to gle day, not one,” said Tom teacher, and I just gave up church gave him one they had munity School since the start school. He wondered wheth- Swan, director of the Com- on myself,” he says. “I didn’t at home. of the school year. The fi rst er enrolling at Community munity School. “He was al- see any future for myself. I Quintanilla began his rou- was Henri Mestizo, a Dobie School, a district alternative ways ‘yes, sir’ and ‘no, sir.’ was doing the wrong things, tine of 50-minute bike rides student who graduated a few campus that specializes in He was always just the most and I didn’t see anything out to school and home. To beat months ago. getting near-graduates across polite kid.” there.” traffi c, he began leaving at Janet Hernandez earned the fi nish line, had been the “I have never seen anyone He moved in with an the crack of dawn, arriving at her diploma from Memo- right thing to do. as driven as that young man,” uncle, who pressed him into Community School at 7 a.m. rial High. Married with a Quintanilla’s decision to says Donna Groce, the Com- getting a job. Quintanilla – 90 minutes before the start 9-month-old son, she made return to school came with a munity School math teacher decided to join the Navy. In of class. up a full credit of English in dilemma – transportation. who helped steer Quintanilla early August, he met with “I noticed one day he night school and then picked Rather than take a public through his fi nal slice of Al- recruiters, who told him the wasn’t doing very well,” up her missing half-credit, in bus to Community School, he gebra II. same thing they had told him Groce said. “He wasn’t real- economics, at Community decided to ride his bicycle – “He not only came to when he had inquired in the ly focused. I asked him about School. She plans to continue 50 minutes each way. class, he stayed for two peri- spring. it, and he said he hadn’t had her education at San Jacinto For the fi rst month of class, ods – he stayed for the next To enlist, he had to have a breakfast that morning. Well, College and hopes to be an he spent nearly two hours a class, as well. He had that high-school diploma. I went to the vending ma- elementary school teacher day – four days a week – on drive to want to fi nish.” So in mid-August, he chine and got something in one day. the seat of his green Pacifi c Community School, ex- went back to Rayburn to reg- him.” Njarie Thomas earned Scorpio road bike. The fi rst panded this fall from its pre- ister for another semester. Soon other staff members his diploma from Dobie. He two weeks was all smooth vious evenings-only sched- While fi lling out the paper- were taking turns picking up made up his full credit of Students in Toni Davis’ fifth-grade class at Weber Atienza, Cole Richard, Laura Lovel, Duyan Tran, cycling. Then it rained. ule, has already made great work to re-enroll, a counselor food for Quintanilla on their senior English and his half- Elementary recently made and sold soda bands (third row) Andrea Diaz, Austin Kanjirathingal, “It started pouring down, strides in tapping into the told him about the new pro- way to work. credit in government at Com- with all the profits benefiting the Make-A-Wish Gabriela Rojas, Eric Kanjirathingal, Aaron raining on me,” he recalls. “It hidden drive of many drop- gram at Community School “He’s actually gained munity School. He plans to Foundation. Students pictured are, left to right, Nguyen, Morgan Summers, (fourth row) Brittany was real tough, and I said I outs. and the possibility that he weight,” Groce says with de- attend San Jacinto College (front row) Amy Luong, Robert Arredondo, Eddie Cao, Alec Austin, Faith North, John Thai, Roslyn don’t know why I’m coming Students are offered four could fi nish up in weeks, not light. and then Baylor in pursuit of De Los Angeles, Sumedh Zope, Karsyn Williams- Cao, Alexis Sabu, (back row) Davis, Teresa Snider back to school. I said, well, I daytime class sessions and months. “His pants fi t now!” Well, a degree in bio-chemistry. Mathis, (second row) Evelyn Nguyen, Sieth and Andrea Tyra. Photo submitted still got to come. I want to get can grab as much – or as little “All right!” he said. “I’ll at least when they’re dry. Melissa Torres also earned my diploma. So I pushed it – as each needs to graduate. do it!” What matters more to her degree from Dobie. She out and made it over here.” “Some will say, ‘I’m not Quintanilla’s biggest prob- Quintanilla is that Commu- made up two half-credits of Recently, Quintanilla com- going back to high school for lem was how to get to school. nity School turned out to be English, one from her sopho- pleted the one-half credit of just two classes,’” Swan said. He turned to his friends at a perfect fi t for his career more year, and a business Local author Bolen to present Algebra II he needed to grad- “But here they can take only the New Testament Christian goals. credit at Community School. uate. those subjects they need to Church in Pasadena for help. “A lot of people who gave She says she’ll decide soon Teachers and classmates take.” Quintanilla, who played up on me have noticed how whether to enroll at San Jacin- arranged a party for Quin- A senior last spring at fl ute in the Rayburn band, much I’ve changed,” he said. to College or join the Army. tanilla and four other Com- writing workshop on Nov. 16 munity School students who have earned the diplomas just Multi-published, award- versity of Texas and received Their sons, Johnny and since the start of school on BHI celebrates National School Lunch Week winning author Cheryl Bolen a master’s degree from the James Bo, are graduates of Aug. 24. The week of Oct. 11-15 selected a random number Thursday’s prize was every day during the week will present a workshop on University of Houston-Clear Dobie High School. Offi cials will now send DEFTly Layering and Textur- Lake. The meeting will be held was National School Lunch daily. The student whose four 4GB flash drives with in order to be eligible for the his certifi cation to his home Week. The Beverly Hills number matched in each ice cream passes. prize. ing Your Fiction Manuscript She was news editor of the at the Kirkmont Municipal high school, Sam Rayburn, at the Nov. 16 meeting of the Leader for 12 years. A South Utility District, 10102 Black- cafeteria staff celebrated line won the main prize of Friday’s prize was four The grand prize included and a Rayburn diploma will by saying thank you to the the day. Skullcandy Ear Buds with an IPOD Shuffle, Skull- Bay Area Romance Writers Belt resident, she is married hawk Blvd., beginning at 7:30 be issued in his name. Once of America. to Dr. John Bolen of San Ja- p.m. Members start gathering students who come in every Snack passes were passes. candy Ear Buds, two $10 his graduation is offi cial, U.S. day. awarded by numbers chosen The essay contest winner, ITUNES gift cards and an The workshop – and its cinto College. at 7 p.m. Navy recruiters will accept eight-page handout – illus- The cafeteria staff pur- by the cafeteria staff. chosen by Child Nutrition ice cream pass. chased shirts that promoted Tuesday’s prize was four Nutritionist Sarah Lowell, Nutrition information trates editing by adding de- the program. Students who water bottles with halter Child Nutrition Supervisor bookmarks, wrist bands, scription, emotion, elabora- purchased a school lunch straps and a free ice cream Christina Zarzana, and pencils and rulers were tion, and transitions, as well UHCL Student Government were automatically entered pass. Child Nutrition Director available at each register as showing techniques for in a drawing. Wednesday’s prize was Mary Harryman, was Alexis for the students to pick up improving the “fl ow” of fi c- Assistant Principals Jorly four $10 ITUNES gift cards Jimenez. She had to have as they passed through the tion writing. Association gets new officers Thomas and Christina Serna with ice cream passes. eaten lunch in the cafeteria lunch line. After careers as a journal- Cheryl Bolen University of Houston- sity students interested in rep- Government Association spe- ist and an English teacher, Bolen sold her fi rst book to historical novels and one no- Clear Lake’s Student Gov- resenting each of the recog- cial election was held to fi ll Harlequin Historical in 1997. vella in a Zebra anthology. ernment Association elected nized student organizations. the presidency vacancy when It earned her the title of No- Her nonfi ction articles on Rebecca Smith president and Offi cers serve as advocates the elected president left table New Author and was a Regency England have ap- Prashanti Pandit vice-president for the student body, provide UH-Clear Lake to pursue his runner-up for the Holt Medal- peared in the Regency Plume, committee coordinator for the input to university adminis- doctorate. Smith ran for the lion (Honoring Outstanding the Regency Reader and the 2010–2011 academic year. trators on student and orga- offi ce, vacating her vice presi- Literary Talent). Quizzing Glass. Her articles The new offi cers will serve nizational issues, elect and dent position. Her One Golden Ring, on writing and publishing have as voting members on the uni- appoint campus committee For information about Stu- a historical novel set in Re- been in the Romance Writer versity’s committees and ad- offi cers and allocate funding dent Government Association, gency England, won the 2006 Report, Writer magazine and visory boards that affect deci- to student organizations. call 281-283-2556, e-mail Holt Medallion for Best His- many RWA newsletters. sions for the institution. Although generally held [email protected] or visit http:// torical. Bolen majored in journal- SGA is open to all univer- in the spring, this Student www.uhcl.edu/sga. She has published eight ism and English at the Uni- Mom sets unique punishment GGrandrand Continued from Page 1A that it didn’t feel good, the perintendent Kirk Lewis said she said. “If he kept going the offi cer told him he would feel he understands her proactive OOpeningpening way he was going, he’d end a lot worse if he had been measures, noting it was pref- up in jail, and that’s what I handcuffed and put in the erable to parental indiffer- Above, essay winner Alexis Jimenez (middle), dislays her prize Great Hands Massage don’t want.” back of the squad car. ence. during National School Lunch Week. With Jimenez are Child The mother said she The Leader received nu- The mother is confi dent Body Massage · One Hour $40 Nutrition Manager Debbie Murray (left) and cafeteria worker reached out to the Harris merous phone calls and e- the child learned his lesson. Foot Massage · One Hour $20 Maria Noyola. At right, Maria Noyola wears the T-shirt repre- County Juvenile Probation mails from area residents “He said he would not do senting the event. 10904 Scarsdale Blvd. · Houston, TX 77089 Department and other com- about the incident, with all it again,” she said. 2281-464-910381-464-9103 munity service organizations being strongly in favor of the Further, the woman de- for help, but had little luck. mother’s actions. fends her actions, saying it WE ARE HIRING! The county couldn’t take the While not necessarily con- was for her son’s own good. boy in because he had not doning the actions taken by “I love my kid,” she said. been sentenced, and other the mother, Pasadena Inde- “But, I only want what’s best groups couldn’t offer assis- pendent School District Su- for him.” II Brothers tance because the child was a minor, she said. Taking matters into her ~ Pasta ~ own hands, the woman made SBECoC presents a cardboard sign that read, “I 12123 Sabo Rd. · 281-922-1044 (name withheld) steal from THE HOLIDAYS ARE COMING classmates. I can not be trust- Mitchell on NASA ed.” Get Great Food at Great Prices The child was made to Continued from Page 1A Brenda, a longtime adminis- during November & December carry the sign from 7 to 8 a.m. Health System Advisory trative assistant for the Pasa- and from 2:30 to 4:45 p.m. on Board, HCA Gulf Coast dena Independent School PARTY PANS or FAMILY MEALS Thursday, Nov. 4, and again Regional Advisory Board, District, have three sons and the following day from 7 to 8 Greater Houston Conven- a grandson. In his spare time, 1/4 pan serves 6 1/2 pan serves 12 a.m. tion & Visitors Bureau, Texas he enjoys playing golf. Lasagna $31.99 Lasagna $60.99 In the hours in between, Chiropractic College and The Mitchells currently Penne Pasta w/meat $30.99 Penne Pasta w/meat $51.99 the child was made to help Communities in Schools. live in the Green Tee subdivi- out at the mother’s place of Key elements of Mitch- sion. Linguine w/meatballs $35.99 Linguine w/meatballs $61.99 employment. ell’s work experience were Registration for the lunch- all meals include salad and bread “I wasn’t going to just let gained through a 15-year pe- eon starts at 11:30 a.m., and him stay at home and watch riod at Grumman Aerospace lunch will be served at noon. Add Your Choice of Desserts TV,” she said. Corporation. Tickets, which include At one point while the As an executive, he direct- lunch, are $15 and require $20 for 6 • $40 for 12 child was displaying the ed all production, engineer- reservations. Winners during National School Lunch Week at Amador, 4G flash drive. Pictured are, left to right, sign, he was approached by ing and material operations For reservations or ad- Beverly Hills Intermediate were Alexis Jimenez, Debbie Murray, Jimenez, Castillo, Vega, Gamble, Please place Special Orders a Houston police offi cer. The for the Houston facility of ditional information, e-mail essay; Alexis Gamble and Ashley Castillo, Skull- Amador and cafeteria worker Maria Noyola. 1 week in advance offi cer asked the boy how it this Fortune 500 company. [email protected] candy Ear Buds; and Cristian Vega and Zachary Photo submitted felt. When the child replied Mitchell and his wife, or call 281-481-5516. SECTION B Thursday, November 11, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Championship in hand, Longhorns set to take on West Brook Bruins Once again a hot topic of Dobie (8-2, 5-0), the Blake Jackson, Darrian selves in the discussion vitalization, fi rst-year head 400 yards of offense a Treg Spigner. Geraldo Luna, Anthony pressure off. As far as our discussion in Houston area newly crowned champion Laverne and most of their when the district’s coaches coach Jim Phillips has game this season as Boyd, On defense, the Long- Simmons, Chris Ozumah, unit, guys just make plays. high school football circles, of District 22-5A after a teammates were thinking select the offensive and de- drawn raves for his quick Jackson, Hurst and Andrew horns have surrendered just Jordin Harrison, Junior Up front we are not real big the Dobie Longhorn varsity 34-13 thumping of Deer only of their next session of fensive players of the year turnaround of the program. Robinson have run wild over 236 yards per game. Abraham and Devaughn Al- with the exception of Early, football team hopes to re- Park Nov. 5, has won seven reccess as kindergarten or along with the overall most But, as Phillips points out, behind an offensive line Early, Lavergne and Ed- len have also made a ton of but our guys understand main in the headlines for a straight games this season fi rst-grade students. valuable player. the players have done much that includes starters Zach wards are oft-mentioned, big plays. their assignments, and our while longer. and is looking to keep the Now, each of those play- Yet, they aren’t alone. of the work. Fondal, Aaron Giles, Josh but players such as Reggie “We have a great com- energy has been great all The team will get its streak alive as the playoffs ers will likely fi nd them- During this season of re- Dobie averaged nearly Basquez, Dylan Wall and Wilson, Andrew Nguyen, bination of great kids and year.” chance with a Saturday, commence. a great offense,” defensive It’s all added up to a great Nov. 13, Class 5A Division The last time the Long- coordinator Cary Sink said. season, especially after a I bidistrict playoff clash horns were in this position, Playoff tickets, Tees on sale Caravan to Beaumont “When your offense huge win over the Deer. against Beaumont West players such as DeMarcus Dobie football booster club members will be selling playoff Dobie football fans will have the opportunity to join a caravan en scores like ours, it takes the Continued on Page 6B Brook on the Bruins’ home Boyd, Juston Edwards, tickets during all three school lunch periods Thursday and Friday, route to the Longhorns’ varsity football game versus the Beaumont fi eld at the Thomas Center. Cody Early, Davion Hurst, Nov. 11 and 12. Tickets are $3 each for students and $6 each for West Brook Bruins Saturday, Nov. 13, in Beaumont. Those who adults. Longhorn playoff T-shirts will be sold for $15 each, and wish to tag along are asked to arrive in the student parking lot at AAMERICANMERICAN TRANSMISSIONTRANSMISSION Rally Towels will be $3 each. 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McDonald’s Texas Invitational features star-studded field Continued from Page 1B any of them have been to Continued from Page 1B hopes for when he put to- cases, and we also have the “I was really happy for the regional meet. so they The boys’ fi eld has been gether his initial plan for the more than 400 volunteers Nov. 18 pool play action Chelsea (Williams) as she had no idea what to ex- divided into two 24-team event. who assist us at the venues. Event ticket pricing tied her best time at 12:36 pect. Division I and Division II And as hundreds of thou- “We don’t like to leave and was 44th, and fresh- “It was a bit over- levels for pool play. sands of dollars have been any stones unturned or have Day Passes Dobie boys vs. Dickinson man Mikaela Guevara was whelming to them at fi rst, After each team plays a raised for the PISD Educa- any questions unanswered 64th, and she ran a time of but they settled down.” pair of pool games Nov. 18, tion Foundation, Meador is once the event begins, so we On or before Nov. 18: $20 1:30 p.m., at Dobie 12:58. Rounding out Dobie’s organizers will build three, quick to promote the work try to make sure all of that “I was glad to see the fi nish were sophomore 8-team brackets in gold, sil- of others. gets handled beforehand.” (Covers 3 days, all games) Dobie boys vs. Westside girls compete so well, es- Thu Nguyen, freshman ver and bronze divisions. Meador points to the As for the action, the 5 p.m., at Dobie pecially since fi ve of the Brianna Guevarro, junior A similar format will be 48-member steering com- MTI is one of the largest On Nov. 19: $15 seven will be back next Chante Morris, sophomore used for the girls’ games. mittee, one of 14 commit- in-season tournaments of its (Covers 2 days, all games) Dobie girls vs. La Porte year. Andrea Vargas and senior Two, 16-team Division I tees involved in the produc- kind in the nation. 10 a.m., at South Houston “This is the fi rst time Yumara Suarez. and Division II levels have tion of the tournament, not There are other tour- already been set. Following to mention the more than naments that have been On Nov. 20: $10 Dobie girls vs. Dickinson pool play, there will be six 400 other volunteers who around longer, but this one (Covers 1 day, all games) different six-team brackets go through training sessions is special in its own way. “I 5 p.m., at South Houston to determine champions. to prepare for the big event. can’t be any more pleased Single game tickets Brook girls vs. Sam Rayburn Sports Calendar The bottom line is local “We are so grateful to the with the way this event has basketball fans will again many, many volunteers who come along, from the play- Adults: $5 10 a.m., at Southmore BASKETBALL get an early season look give of their time each year ers and coaches to the spon- Brook girls vs. La Porte Thursday, Nov. 11 at many of the state’s top to help make our event suc- sors, volunteers and fans. teams and players. It’s all cessful,” Meador said. “It is It’s been great,” Meador Students: $2 Dobie varsity girls at Baytown Classic, TBA 1:30 p.m., at Southmore part of what Meador had a year-long process in many said. Brook varsity boys host scrimmage, 4:00 Brook JV boys host scrimmage, 4:00 Friday, Nov. 12 Nov. 18 Pool Play Full Schedule of Tournament Games Brook varsity girls host Eisenhower, 7:00 Dobie varsity girls at Baytown Classic, TBA Dobie Phillips Memorial S.Houston1 S. Houston2 Rayburn Bev. Hills Pasadena1 Pasadena2 Southmore SJInt1 SJInt2 Dawson Pearland Brook JV girls host Eisenhower, 5:30 B-Westside G-Coll. Park B-Pas. Mem. B-S. Houston G-Dobie B-Rayburn B-S. Valley G-Pasadena G-Pasa. Memorial G-Rayburn G-Duncan. G-Cy-Falls B-Channel. B-Pearland Dickinson C.C. Ray Crosby Cinco Ranch La Porte Kempner Manvel Mayde Cr. Brazoswood Clear Brook Bellaire M. Summit Galena P. Berkner Brook freshman A girls host Eisenhower, 4:00 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 10 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 10 a.m.

Saturday, Nov. 13 B-Spring B-Dekaney B-Westlake B-Humble G-S. Houston B-Marshall B-Alief Elsik G-Madison G-Clear Creek G-North Crowley G-Cy-Fair G-Pearland B-College P. B-B-Conroe Dobie boys hoops all squads scrimmage at Dobie, 10:00 Con. Judson Duncanville F.B. Bush Bellaire Yates Kingwood J.J. Pearce Pasadena Woodlands North Shore Klein Collins Cy-Ridge Klein Coll. Chavez 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 11 a.m. 11:30 a.m. Monday, Nov. 15 Brook varsity girls host Kingwood Park, 7:00 B-Dobie G-C.C. Ray B-S.B. Mem. B-Sharyland G-La Porte B-Hillcrest B-Atascocita G-La Porte G-Pas. Mem. G-Clear Brook G-Cy-Creek G-M. Summit B-Galena P. B-S.A. Mad. Brook JV girls host Kingwood Park, 5:30 Dickinson Irv. Mac. Pas. Mem. S. Houston Dickinson Rayburn Sm. Valley Pasadena S.A. Madison E.P. Eastwood Bellaire Tomball Dawson Pearland Brook freshman A girls host Kingwood Park, 4:00 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. 1 p.m. 1:30 p.m.

Tuesday, Nov. 16 B-Spring B-Dekaney B-Sec. Baptist B-Humble G-Dawson B-Marshall B-S.A. Taft G-King. Park G-Clear Creek G-C. Ranch G-A&M Con. G-Chavez B-N. Crow. B-Conroe Brook varsity boys host Deer Park, 7:00 DeSoto S.A. Clark Westlake M. Summit Yates Fl. Mound J.J. Pearce Pasadena S.A. Jay North Shore Klein Collins Cy-Ridge Klein Coll. S.A. Warren Dobie varsity girls at Madison, 7:00 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 3 p.m. 2:30 p.m. 3 p.m. Brook JV boys host Deer Park, 5:30 Dobie JV girls at Madison, 5:30 B-Dobie G-Irv. Mac. B-Crosby B-C. Ranch G-Dickinson B-Kempner B-Manvel G-M. Creek G-Brazoswood G-E.P. Eastwood G-Cy-Creek G-Tomball B-Dawson B-Berkner Brook sophomore boys host Deer Park, 4:00 Westside College Park S.B. Mem. Sharyland Dobie Hillcrest Atascocita La Porte S.A. Madison Rayburn Duncanville Cy-Falls Channelview S.A. Mad. Brook freshman A boys host Deer Park, 5:30 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 5 p.m. 4:30 p.m. 5 p.m. Dobie freshman A girls at Madison, 4:00 Brook freshman B boys host Deer Park, 4:00 B-Con. Judson B-S.A. Clark B-Sec. Baptist B-M. Summit G-S. Houston B-Fl. Mound B-Alief Elsik G-Madison G-S.A. Jay G-North Crowley G-Cy-Fair G-Pearland B-College P. B-S.A. Warr. DeSoto Duncanville F.B. Bush Bellaire Dawson Kingwood S.A. Taft King. Park Woodlands C. Ranch A&M Con. Chavez N. Crow. Chavez Wednesday, Nov. 17 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Beverly Hills 8th Dark boys host Queens, 5:00 Beverly Hills 8th Light boys host Queens, 6:15 Beverly Hills 7th Dark boys host Queens, 5:00 Beverly Hills 7th Light boys host Queens, 6:15 For additional event details, visit texasinvitational.com Beverly Hills 8th Light girls at Queens, 5:00 Beverly Hills 8th Dark girls at Queens, 6:15 Beverly Hills 7th Light girls at Queens, 5:00 Senior Cowboys to go Super Bowling; Beverly Hills 7th Dark girls at Queens, 6:15 Friday, Nov. 19 Rams’ juniors, sophomores fall short Dobie varsity boys at Texas Invitational, TBA Dobie varsity girls at Texas Invitational, TBA Brook varsity girls at Texas Invitational, TBA BAFL Super Bowl round Nov. 20 in Hitchcock Brook varsity boys host Cy-Creek, 7:00 Brook JV boys host Cy-Creek, 5:30 Ulanis Betts and Es- don Gonzalez, Cameron Brook freshman A boys host Cy-Creek, 4:00 teban Telles scored two Dorsey, Hunter Garcia, touchdowns apiece, and Ja- Jacob Worsham, Francisco Saturday, Nov. 20 cob Allison also found the Pineda, DeJarrion Andrus, Dobie varsity boys at Texas Invitational, TBA end zone as the Sagemont Malcolm Weston, Breon Dobie varsity girls at Texas Invitational, TBA Cowboys’ senior division Simmons, Jordan Marcum, Brook varsity girls at Texas Invitational, TBA team advanced to the Super Jeremy Marcum, Julio Ay- Bowl. ala, Dezmond Carter and FOOTBALL The Cowboys won the Adrian Gonzales. Bay Area Football League’s In the sophomore game, Saturday, Nov. 13 American Conference title the Pearland Patriots’ soph- Dobie varsity at Beaumont West Brook, 1:00 with a 35-20 triumph over omore team downed the the Alvin Raiders Nov. 6 at Rams 20-0. the Pearland Dad’s Club. Despite the loss, the The win, which pushed Rams got a fi ne effort from Sports news, notes the Cowboys to 11-1 overall each player on the roster, this season, means the team including A.J. Gonzalez, will take on National Con- Gabriel Fonseca, Jacob SBGSA early registration ference winner East End Wise, Matthew Lopez, Jon The South Belt Girls Softball Association has an- Saturday, Nov. 20, at Hitch- Jon Moreno, Anthony Gra- nounced a pair of early registration dates coming cock Bulldogs Stadium in cia, Mark Milton, Dimitiri next month in preparation for the spring 2011 sea- Hitchcock. Giannapolous, DeJuan son. The fi rst will be Saturday, Dec. 11, from 10 a.m. East End fi nished in a Dixson, Zion Walker, Trai to 2 p.m., and the other will be Tuesday, Dec. 14, fi rst-place tie in the National Scott, Devin Childs, Josh from 6 to 8 p.m. The fee is $70 per player. Both ses- Conference and is now also Sordia, Javian Castaneda, sions will be held at the league facility at El Franco 11-1 overall this season. Scott, Giannapoulos, JoJo Lee Park. Additional registration dates will also be The senior game is the Holbert and Noah Resen- held in January. fi rst of the day and will kick dez. off at 9 a.m. The league’s Super Bowl The Cowboys also got competitors will have an ex- Texans’ 12-U baseball tryouts a tremendous contribu- tra week to prepare for the The Texans 12-under select baseball program is tion from Javier Griffi n, big games as the Bay Area Sagemont Cowboys seniuor division running back Ri- seeking players who are interested in competing in Shamaud Smith-Kizzie, Football League drill team cardo Estrada (28) eludes an Alvin defender on his way Ulanis Betts (2), a senior division running back for the Sagemont Cowboys, scored United States Specialty Sports and Nations Baseball Ricardo Estrada, Luis Her- competition is held Satur- to a big gain while helping the locals reach the Super twice as the Cowboys reached the Super Bowl with a 35-20 victory over the Alvin events beginning next month. For more information nandez, Miguel Valencia, day, Nov. 13. Bowl with a 35-20 victory over Alvin. Raiders in the American Conference championship game. The Cowboys, now 11-1 about tryout dates, call coach Craig Redmon at 281- Nick Melendez, James overall this season, will take on the East End Eagles Nov. 20 in Hitchcock. 236-5112. Johnson, Jamisson Wilson, Justin Taylor, Matthew Monks, Noah Trevino, Ken- BAFL Playoff Games SBHLL board meeting neth Brown, David Gamble, The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League board Javier Figueroa, Elias Cam- Super Bowl Round of directors will host its monthly meeting Wednes- pos and Josh Saenz-Ortega. day, November 17, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at the In other action, the El- courthouse annex located at 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. lington Rams missed out on Saturday, Nov. 20 The meeting will be open to the public. a pair of chances to reach the Super Bowl. at Hitchcock High School Stadium Softball pitching camp offered Texas City’s junior team defeated the Rams 41-0 6625 FM 2004, Hitchcock Amanda Scarborough, all-American pitcher and to end Ellington’s season. current coach at Texas A&M University, will host a Those excelling throughout pitching camp at Texas Strike Zone in Pasadena, Sat- 2010 for the Rams includ- urday, Nov. 20. There will be a morning beginner’s ed Luke Gilliam, Anthony Cowboys seniors vs. East End, 9 a.m. camp, followed by an afternoon advanced camp. Stasiak, Royce Hunter, Er- Those who wish to register or who want to obtain nie Guzman, Ivan Tagle, more information may visit Scarborough’s Web site Michah Dixson, Joseph at www.amanda9.com. Space is limited, so those in- Castaneda, Earl Gresham, terested are encouraged to register in advance. Joseph Gallien, Dreze Mc- Coy, Keoni Conaway, Bran- BAFL Conference Title Results

The J. Frank Dobie Softball and Baseball Booster Clubs Sagemont Cowboys seniors 35 want to thank all those who made raffl e donations and sponsored holes at the re- cent 2010 Dobie Longhorn Baseball and Softball Golf Tournament. Th is was the Alvin Raiders 20 fi rst golf tournament jointly organized by the Baseball and Softball Booster Clubs and we believe that the tournament was a great success. As a result of this suc- cess, we are in the process of making plans for the 2nd Annual Dobie Longhorn Baseball and Softball Golf Tournament to be held next year. Th e Baseball and Softball Booster Clubs had so many encouraging comments from participants Texas City Stingrays juniors 41 that we are eagerly looking forward to next year’s event. Go Dobie Longhorns! 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Photos by Jaime Hickman Thursday, November 11, 2010, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Beverly Hills footballers South Belt net three championships football Showing its impressive executed play. Meanwhile, the offense predictions talents along the way, the Terrance Lambert, James sputtered at times but took Beverly Hills Intermediate Washington, Rigo Fuentes, advantage of Bulldog mis- Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Joe Craddock football program claimed and D’Vaughn Pennamon takes and came away with a Dobie vs. three Pasadena Independent had key blocks on the play. pair of scores. West Brook Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie Dobie School District champion- The touchdown put the The Bulldogs simply Beaumont West Brook ships. Bears ahead to stay, and could not get enough going Fort Bend Travis vs. Overall, the Bears won the defense took care of the offensively to prevent the Creek Travis Creek Creek Creek Creek 25 of 26 regular season rest. Bears from completing their Clear Creek games this season. In the The unit came up with perfect season. Pasadena Memorial vs. playoffs, the Bears went on another Lion fumble when Thompson 8A 16 Port Arthur Memorial Port Arthur Port Arthur Port Arthur Port Arthur Port Arthur Port Arthur to win seven of eight games Jonathan Batallia dived Bears 8 Dickinson vs. to push the winning mark to on the loose ball to secure The Beverly Hills eighth- Elkins Dickinson Elkins Elkins Elkins Elkins 32-2. the shutout and the district grade A team battled the Elkins Bears 7A 14 championship. Thompson Lions down to Port Neches Groves vs. Thompson 0 Bears 7B 14 the last minute before los- PNG PNG PNG Barbers Hill PNG Barbers Hill Having lost to the Lions Thompson 12 ing the title game 16-8. Barbers Hill in the regular season, Bev- The Bears’ seventh-grade In the second quarter, the Hightower vs. Springs Springs Springs Springs Springs Hightower erly Hills’ seventh-grade A B football team fi nished Lions scored and eventually Clear Springs team gained a measure of their perfect 9-0 season by took an 8-0 lead into half- Houston Lamar vs. revenge with the champion- beating the Thompson Li- time. Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Cinco Ranch Lamar Lamar ship on the line. ons 14-12. After halftime, the Bear Cinco Ranch In the end, the Bears held The game went back and defense created a Lion turn- Angleton vs. off Thompson to claim the forth, with both teams bend- over when David Eldridge Angleton Dawson Angleton Angleton Angleton Angleton postseason crown. ing a little but not breaking. recovered a Lion fumble to Dawson After a scoreless fi rst When the fi nal buzzer set up the team’s fi rst score. El Campo vs. El Campo El Campo El Campo El Campo El Campo El Campo half, the Bears’ defense cre- sounded to end the game, On the scoring play, Car- La Marque ated two turnovers, two key the Bears had claimed the los Gonzalez was led into Tomball vs. plays that represented turn- championship for their the end zone behind the Tomball Tomball Tomball Tomball Tomball Tomball ing points in the game. school. blocks of Darius Simmons, Kingwood Manuel Mendez and Bears 8B 16 Eloy Garcia and Alonzo Walter Martinez each recov- Southmore 0 Fletcher. This week’s record 7-3 5-5 7-3 6-4 6-4 6-4 ered a Lion fumble, and the The Beverly Hills eighth- Sergio Quintanilla Bear offense took advan- grade B team wrapped up a kicked the 2-pointer to knot tage of the second turnover tremendous season with a the score at 8-8. Season record 76-24 59-41 79-21 69-31 72-28 65-35 as quarterback Isaiah Myers PISD championship win Later in the third quarter, punched the ball into the over Southmore by a 16-0 the Lions came back and end zone from a yard out. margin. took the lead at 16-8, forc- Michael Arneson, Roy What an incredible sea- ing the Bears to play from Thompson 8A football squad drives school’s playoff success Molina, and Manuel Men- son it was for the team. behind. dez provided great blocking The group went undefeat- In the fourth quarter, Thompson’s Intermedi- down lifted the Thompson championship and came up Bears’ 7B 14 one fi nal drive, but it stalled Raekwon Harvey, Oli- on the play. Josue Villalta ed through eight games to the Bears defense stepped ate’s successful football eighth-grade A team to the a little short, losing 14-0. Lions 12 after a fourth-down play fell ver Francisco and Joseph kicked the 2-pointer for an claim the district’s biggest up once again as Errington season, highlighted by the district championship as the The fi rst half was a see- The Lions’ seventh- short of the yardage needed Ramirez all led the offense. 8-0 lead. prize. Thomas recovered a Lion eighth-grade A team’s Pasa- Lions held off Thompson saw battle, with both teams grade B team worked hard for a fi rst down. Ty Williams, David Gar- In the fourth quarter, the The win over Southmore fumble to give his team one dena Independent School 16-8. moving the ball, but neither all season to put itself in the Reeno Green set the cia, Nick Alvarez, Desmond Bears put together a clock- came as the result of a team last chance. District championship game DeAndre Jackson scored scoring. position to play for the dis- tempo for the game with Scott, Darius Hyppolite eating drive to keep the ball effort. The Bear offense, with a win, came to a close with for the Lions in the closing In the second half, the trict championship, but the hard running and incredible and Adam Vazquez played out of the Lions’ hands. The defense struggled a minute and a half left, had three of the school’s teams minutes, and the defense, Lions committed a costly Lions were held off by the determination and hustle. tough on defense as the Li- Bennie Hamilton capped little bit in the fi rst round of a fi rst-and-goal inside the in title games. led by Jackson, forced a turnover, and the Bears Bears in a 14-12 decision. Owens, Isaiah Brooks, ons went down to the wire. off the drive as he walked the playoffs but came back 5-yard line but could not Thompson 8A 16 Beverly Hills fumble on the took advantage to score and In the second quarter, into the end zone from four when it mattered most to score as the Lions held on Beverly Hills 8 fi nal drive of the game for eventually hold on for the Thompson quarterback AJ yards out after a brilliantly produce a shutout. for the trophy. A fourth-quarter touch- the win. win. Owens hooked up with Luis Lady Bear volleyball The Lions controlled the Chandler Tisby, Kamer- Adame on a 20-yard touch- ball the entire fi rst quarter on Dolford, Tyler Giron and down pass as the Lions took and reached the end zone in Jaylon Bolden did their best a 6-0 lead. ending strong season Dobie golf tournament winners named the second quarter. on offense for the Lions, but In the second half, Bev- Ryan Williams caught a the team could not score. erly Hills scored two touch- The Beverly Hills Inter- season on a good note. short pass and converted it Malik Peters stood out downs and added a 2-point mediate volleyball program The Light team started into a touchdown. With the on kick returns, and the de- kick to take a 14-6 lead ended a fi ne season with off with 10 straight serves, 2-point kick by Alexis Sal- fense, led by Tyson Thomp- before the Lions’ Jeremiah a four-match sweep over including four aces, from divar, the Lions had an 8-0 son, Kenneth Gibson, Franklin ran one in from 17 South Houston Nov. 2. Lada Heng in the fi rst lead at halftime. Miguel Lopez and Kaelon yards out. The school’s eighth- game. Later in the game, the Woods, played well. The Lions put together grade Dark team won the Marina Allen had two Bears took advantage of a district title with the win hits and two kills at the net, Lions’ turnover and tied the over South Houston, and and Sandra Gonzalez fol- game. the Light team claimed sec- lowed suit with seven great The battle raged on ond place. serves, including two aces. through the fourth quarter In both matches, the Giselle Landa had three until Jackson got into the Lady Bears seemed to have scoring serves, and Justice end zone. The 2-point kick saved their best serves for Henderson had two more as was then added by Saldivar. the season fi nale. the fi rst game ended with a Ty Lozano, Rashaad Sady Olguin rang up 15 Beverly Hills win at 25-12. Randall, Jarvis Lester, Dan- consecutive solid serves for In the second and third iel Carter, Jimmy Nevarez the Light team. games, the Bears had great and Xavier Brown kept the Tina Nguyen also served back row defense from ball moving, both on the very well with six consecu- Jazmin Valdez, who also ground and through the air tive good serves, and Su- contributed fi ve good serves, on offense. zette Gonzalez added fi ve one an ace, on offense. Anthony Cantu, Brad more. Stepanie Ogbonmwan, First place in the Dobie Longhorn baseball and soft- some of, left to right, Augustine Jimenez, Roger Gar- Cook, Xavier Rodriguez, Setter Virginia Soto lined Destiny Williams and Jenae ball fundraising golf tournament went to the four- cia, Jason Manriquez and Chris Manriquez. Keion Patterson and Mason the hitters up very well as Clark delivered a total of six Miller provided protection Olguin had four hits and solid serves, while Toni Za- throughout the game along two kills. tarain, Isabella Tamayo and the offensive line. Jai Franklin had three Kristy Christmas all had The Lions’ defense kills, and Jessica Cortez had scoring serves in the win as showed a lot of character three hits as the Light team well. with strong play from Xavi- rolled to an easy win. The seventh-grade Dark er Dotson, Gerron Hall, Dar- The Lady Bears’ eighth- team started off well against ian Smith, Nathan Flores, grade Dark team also saved South Houston, with Ashley Cedric Horton, Tamaurick their best serves for its Castillo serving a total of Hickman and others. match against South Hous- fi ve winners. Queens 8B 28 ton. Yessika Pena played Lions 0 Setter Kianna Zermeno hard all around, adding fi ve In the battle for third started the fi rst game with strong serves, including an place in the eighth-grade B seven strong serves, none of ace. division, the Lions fell short which were returned by the Diana Torres also served after a 28-0 loss to Queens. Lady Indians. strong with two aces among Playing well in the de- Deserey Cabrales also seven winning serves. feat were Alex Hatton, Son did her part as she served 11 Georgette Wandji was Nguyen, Austin Perkins, consecutive scoring serves. consistent in her play as Robert Saenz, Chas Ander- Victoria Blackmon came well with 15 serves and son, Ashton Craven, Antho- up strong at the net with three aces. ny Gonzalez, Ben Coronado two kills and two hits. Set- In the back row, Nicole and Socrates Guzman. Thompson Intermediate seventh-grade B quarterback ters Zermeno and Alondra Yanney played great de- Second place in the Dobie Longhorn baseball and Angela Freeze (not pictured) won the longest drive Bears 7A 14 AJ Owens tosses a touchdown pass downfi eld to receiv- Arriaga both set the hitters fense along with Gennevive softball fundraising golf tournament went to the contest among female players, and Warren Crawford Lions 0 er Luis Adame during the fi rst half of the Pasadena In- up very well through both Anagbogu. foursome of, left to right, Jerry Wiggins, Jim Wash- (not pictured) was the champion of the longest drive The Lions’ seventh-grade dependent School District championship football game games. Gina Galvan, Jenny Le, burn, Mike Van Essen and Kim Rinehart. Washburn among male players. A team took on the Beverly Nov. 1 at Newcomb Field. In the end, the Lions lost a Beverly Hills seventh- Briana Walker, Jizzelle also won top honors in the closest to the pin contest. Submitted photos Hills Bears for the district hard-fought 14-12 game to Beverly Hills. grade teams also ended their Continued on Page 6B CALENDAR THURSDAY, NOV. 11 8:30 p.m. held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. 7 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta 7:30 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society, Inc. – Meets the from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta MONDAY, NOV. 15 third week of each month at the Clear Lake Park Building, 5001 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. 7 a.m. NASA Parkway in Seabrook. Guests are welcome. Presenters for tion, or just drop in. FRIDAY, NOV. 12 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. the educational program explore a variety of subjects such as fos- 9:30 a.m. 7 a.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, sils, planetary geology, mineralogy, lapidary, jewelry making, rock, NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – meets the second AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- fossil and mineral collecting, and field trips to various collecting Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Lighthouse Fellowship from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, tion, or just drop in. sites throughout Texas and surrounding states. All persons with an of Friends, 144 Park Avenue in League City. The public is welcome 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 9 a.m. interest in these topics are welcome to attend. Door prizes. Free THINK and encouraged to bring others to the interdenominational meet- tion, or just drop in. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech parking. For more information, visit www.clgms.org. ing. 10 a.m. therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, TUESDAY, NOV. 16 MONEY 11:30 a.m. AARP-South Belt Chapter – The American Association of Retired 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for 7 a.m. ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business Persons meets the second Friday of each month at the community a complete list of services offered. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. THINK Women’s Association-South meets on the second Thursday of center at El Franco Lee Park on Hall Road. 6 p.m. from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, each month at MiMi’s Cafe in the Pearland Town Center, 11200 Noon Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- THE Broadway Street, #1600. Lunch is from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The is $20 and includes networking with professional business women, from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are tion, or just drop in. CLASSIFIEDS ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in lunch and guest speaker. Women of all ages and occupations are invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. 11 a.m. invited. Bring plenty of business cards. Reservations are appreci- Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program 6:30 p.m. The Bay Area Military Officers’ Wives – hold monthly luncheon buy... ated. Contact Monica Perez at [email protected] for of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic New Directions Singles Club – The New Directions Singles Club meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at you’ll save reservations, or visit the Web site at www.seen-abwa.org. or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. has moved its time and location from St. Paul’s Catholic Church, Bay Oaks Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Active duty or retired Noon SATURDAY, NOV. 13 Nassau Bay, to Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 West NASA officers’ wives are eligible. For information, call Patt Simon at 832- money! Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise from 6 p.m. Parkway in Webster. Meetings are held every Monday evening 221-2696 or Wendy Peters at 281-333-3115. noon to 1 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster beginning at 6:30 p.m. This organization was created as a social 1 p.m. sell... Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments support outlet for 50+ widowed, divorced and never married indi- Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- complete list of services offered. provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- viduals. In addition to the regular meeting, a potluck dinner is held mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. you’ll Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the 5675 or visit www.frontiersquares.com. on the first and third Mondays. Call 713-340-2354 for information. Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main, Pasadena. First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, SUNDAY, NOV. 14 Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air For information, call 713-472-0565. make Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. 2 p.m. Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more 1:30 p.m. money! 6:30 p.m. Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. information. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech St. Luke’s Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas 7 p.m. therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. Call Today and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or 8 p.m. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or 281-481-5656 by e-mail at [email protected]. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, November 11, 2010 Leader Reader Ads Leader Reader Ads 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $22 25 Words - $8 • 3 Weeks $22 Business - 25 Words - $10 • 3 Weeks $27 REAL ESTATE Business - 25 Words - $10 • 3 Weeks $27

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Please call home buyers. Filter & motor. 832- • Electricity • Water something for everyone. Good 713-947-8607. 11-11 671-3632. DRAIN & CLEAN. stuff! 11-11 HEALTH 11-11 $ MISCELLANEOUS 25’ stall - 65 11914 KIRKWAY DR. Thurs., Fri. HAVE YOU BEEN INJURED on CERTIFIED NURSE’S AIDE will FOR SALE: Used stainless steel $ & Sat., Nov. 11, 12 & 13. Multi- the job or in an automobile acci- sit with your loved one at home or 30’ stall - 80 Frigidaire gallery dishwasher, no family, furniture, clothing, misc. dent? The company doctor or hospital. In South Belt area. motor, $150. Queen-size sleigh household items. Also new crafts insurance company doctor is not Reasonable rates. Call 713-823- 713-943-7172 bed, headboard & footboard, $300. for Christmas for sale. 11-11 your doctor. He works for the 2130 for more info. 11-11 CALENDAR 11502 Dumas Call Theresa, 281-546-2851. company. In Texas you get to 3519 BURKE RD. @ Vista, 11-11 SHORT ON TIME? 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Center closing for remodeling, TOPS will meet at the Beverly Hills from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Kelli McDuff. 11-11 lies for over 30 years. I want to be or 281-334-1945. 11-18 Heather, 832-867-0147. 11-18 State registered. Afternoon activi- 10623 KIRKGLEN DR. @ Sabo. your chiropractor. TF Community Center, 10201 Kingspoint. For information, call Erma 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- FOR LEASE: Scarsdale 3-2-2, PATENTED ANTI-AGING & ener- ties. 713-941-3032. 11-18 Fri. & Sat., Nov. 12 & 13, 8 a.m.-2 Coskey at 713-946-6049. tion, or just drop in. HELP WANTED garage converted to a gameroom. gy complex. Immune system COMPUTER p.m. Furniture, name brand wom- $875/mo. plus dep. of $875. Must Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church 10 a.m. en’s clothing, household goods. DRIVERS: Local/Regional Out & booster. Guaranteed weight loss YOUR FRIENDLY Neighborhood Back Runs! Great pay, bonuses & have good credit. Please leave program. Patent-pending energy Call For Information of Christ, 938 El Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for Harris County Master Gardeners at Precinct 2 – Free monthly All priced to sell! 11-11 message twice. 12510 Gotham, information. gardening educational programs meet on the third Wednesday of Computer Guy. New hard drive, benefits, incl. FREE health/life ins. mix without caffeine. Tim 310-303- upgrades, increase memory, wire- 10023 PARK MEADOW. Fri. & new AC/heat. 281-922-7689. Pearland Area Republican Women’s Club – meets the third each month. The programs are at 10 a.m. at Clear Lake Park in & paid training! CDL-A, X End., 1 9656. TF less setup & home networking. Sat., Nov. 12 & 13, 8 a.m.-5 p.m. 11-18 Tuesday of the month at the Pearland Church of Christ Annex, the meeting room located at 5001 Nasa Parkway, Seabrook (on 2217 N. Grand Blvd. in Pearland. For more information, call 281- the south side of the lake). The programs are free and open to the 485-4140 or 281-485-1431. public. For information, call 281-991-8437 or visit the Web site at 7 p.m. www.hcmgap2.tamu.edu. St. Luke's Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 11:30 a.m. Turn those 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets at 11:30 a.m. on the LEGAL NOTICE and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of first and third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at the the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway (Fuqua and I-45). For informa- unwanted items by e-mail at [email protected]. tion, call Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531. Notice of Destruction of Special Education Records Notifi cación de Destrucción de Archivos de The Compassionate Friends – TCF meets on the third Tuesday 4 p.m. Special Education records which have been collected Educación Especial of every month at 7 p.m. at the Friendswood United Methodist Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise held from 4 to in your garage Church, 110 N. Friendswood Drive, behind the sanctuary in the 5 p.m. at First Baptist Church of Pearland, 3005 Pearland Parkway, by the Pasadena Independent School District related to Los archivos de Educación Especial que han sido acumu- Education Building – 2nd floor. TCF is a nondenominational, self- Pearland. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a complete list of services the identifi cation, evaluation, educational placement or lados por el Distrito Escolar Independiente de Pasadena help organization offering friendship, emotional support and under- offered. and closets the provision of special education in the district must be referentes a la identifi cación, evaluación, colocación edu- standing to bereaved parents after the death of a child of any age. 6:30 p.m. maintained under state and federal laws for a period of cativa o de provisión de educación especial en el distrito Grandparents and adult siblings are welcome as well. For informa- Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Domestic into cash. seven years after special education services have ended deben mantenerse bajo leyes estatales como federales por tion, call Nita at 713-412-4883 or Nancy at 713-941-2583. violence support group for male survivors meets each Wednesday for the student. A special education student’s services un periodo de siete años después de que dichos servicios de Positive Interaction Program – meets the third Tuesday of at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway. Call 281-338-7600 for informa- educación especiales hayan terminado para el estudiante. each month at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, tion. Participants may join at any time as this is an open group. end when the student is no longer eligible for services, Bring ads into graduates or completes his or her educational program at Los servicios de educación especial terminan cuando el 11800 Astoria, in the staff meeting room 1st floor. Bring a friend 7 p.m. estudiante ya no sea elegible para servicios, se gradué o or neighbor and work together to make PIP the best in the city. Survivors of Suicide Support Group – The Southeast Houston age 21, or moves from the district. PIP consists of police and citizens working together to help make group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month. The the Leader complete su programa educacional a la edad de 21 años o State law prohibits the destruction of any record if the se mude del distrito. neighborhoods safer. For more information, call Officer Randy Derr group offers support and coping skills in a non-threatening envi- subject matter of the record is known by the custodian to at 281-218-3900. ronment to adult individuals who have lost a loved one to suicide. La ley estatal prohíbe la destrucción de cualquier archivo si Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Weekly For information on registration or to obtain a physical address for a office by be in litigation, if it is subject to a pending Open Records Request, if there is no outstanding request to inspect the es sabido que el asunto del archivo está en litigación, si es sexual assault support group offers a confidential self-help support location, call 713-533-4500 or visit www.crisishotline.org. sujeto a un solicitud de archivos, si no hay una petición pen- group for victim/survivors of rape and sexual abuse. To attend or for Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential record under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Tuesday or use diente para revisar el archivo bajo el acta de Los Derechos more information, call 281-286-2525. domestic violence support group for women meets every week. For Act, or if the record is subject to a pending audit or state 8 p.m. information, call 281-338-7600 or visit www.bayareaturningpoint. granting agency. Educacionales de Familia y Acta Privada, o si el archivo es Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are com. BATP is located at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway between the mail slot sujeto a un revisión pendiente o de una agencia estatal. This notifi cation is to inform parents or adult students held Tuesdays and Sundays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from Interstate 45 South and Highway 3. The 24-hour crisis hotline is Esta notifi cación es para informar a padres o a estudiantes 281-286-2525. of PISD’s intent to destroy the special education records 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta adultos del intento del Distrito Escolar Independiente de Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. by the of students who received special education services in Pasadena para destruir los archivos de educación especial the past, and it has been seven years since their most re- de los estudiantes que en el pasado han recibido servicios de front door. cent service has ended. Specifi cally any remaining spe- educación especial cuyos servicios más recientes recibidos Visit us online @ www.southbeltleader.com cial education records from the following years: 2001, terminaron hace más de siete años. Específi camente cual- 2002. quier archivo de educación especial que quedó de los años These records will be destroyed in accordance with state siguientes: 2001, 2002. Estos archivos serán destruidos de law unless the parent or adult student notifi es the school acuerdo con la ley estatal a menos que el padre o estudiante 11555 district otherwise. adulto notifi que al distrito escolar de otra manera. 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Continued from Page 1B Although the extra-point rest. He ran twice for fi ve time. O’Neill banged a 42- just three plays, the Long- The Longhorns missed Had Deer Park beaten try was blocked, the Horns yards and then took an op- yard fi eld goal off the left horns got a 51-yard run out on another possible Dobie, there would have were off and running. tion pitch for 12 yards and upright for a miss on the from Jackson before Boyd score just before halftime been a three-way tie for the On the ensuing kickoff, a touchdown as the Long- Deer Park series thereafter, added his 14th touchdown as Jackson fumbled at the top spot in District 22-5A Dobie’s Jordan Monette re- horns went in front 20-6 and back came Dobie. of the season on a 21-yard Deer Park 14-yard line with involving the Longhorns, covered a Deer Park muff with 8:20 to go before half- Covering 75 yards on run with 3:30 to go. 32 seconds remaining be- Deer Park and Memorial. on the kickoff, and Dobie fore halftime. In that scenario, none again capitalized. In the third quarter, Do- of the teams would have This time, Boyd and bie was stopped short of a emerged happy. A point sys- Robinson had short gains touchdown by a tough Deer tem would have been used on the ground before Jack- Park stand at the 2-yard to determine the champion, son covered the fi nal 17 line, but Boyd later added and Dobie’s portion of the yards with a dash down the his second score of the night title might have rung hollow middle. With 2:38 to go in on an 8-yard run late in the in some circles. the fi rst quarter, Dobie led third quarter with the game Instead, the Longhorns 13-3. already in hand. took matters into their own Then came what was Obviously Phillips has hands, dispatching the Deer likely the turning point of been lauded for his quick in much the same way as the game. Demetrius Banks, fi x of the once-broken Do- they did four others along Deer Park’s leading rusher, bie program, but he gives all the way in the 22-5A title had a 42-yard gain as Deer of the credit to the players chase. Park traveled deep into Do- and his staff. As they had done in two bie territory. “We just have a great previous games, though, the The Deer had a fi rst-and- group of kids who want to Longhorns surrendered the goal at the JFD 6-yard line, win and who are willing fi rst points of the game. but linebacker Juston Ed- to do what it takes to be A fumble on the Long- wards and Reggie Wilson successful,” Phillips said. horns’ third play of the had consecutive tackles for “There is football talent game resulted in a 29-yard loss and then Chris Uzomah here, no question, and may- fi eld goal by Jacob O’Neill. and Monette combined to be we have pointed them in But Dobie answered quick- sack Deer Park quarterback the right direction, but these ly. Chris Rainer for a 10-yard kids deserve all the credit.” Despite two penalties re- loss. As for the staff, Phillips sulting in 15 yards of loss, At the end of all of that, says the program would not the Longhorns traveled 80 the Deer settled for a 32- be where it is today if the yards on eight plays to take yard fi eld goal from O’Neill. staff holdovers had not re- a 6-3 lead. Deer Park had pulled closer mained focused. Jackson hooked up with at 13-6, but Dobie’s defense “Coach Sink and those Davion Hurst on a 29-yard had sent a message. guys that were here before completion to get the team After the kickoff, Dobie As teammate Jordan Monette lies on the bottom of the pile in possession of a muffed I came did a great job of into Deer Park territory and locked the game away. On kickoff by Deer Park, teammates Devaughn Allen (39) and Anthony Simmons (33) keeping the offseason pro- handled much of the rest fi rst-and-10 from the Deer work their way out of the pile as Junior Abraham (35) celebrates Dobie’s recovery. gram going and keeping the himself Park 32-yard line, Robinson The Longhorns scored on the ensuing series to push their lead to 13-3 early in the kids focused,” Phillips said. Longhorn quarterback Blake Jackson (17), who torched the Deer Park defense for Jackson’s 33-yard keeper burst into the open for a 53 second quarter. Simmons came away with an interception early in the third quarter “I walked into a great 192 yards rushing, eludes Deer Park’s D.J. Lasua (17) on a 17-yard touchdown dash down the left side put the yard gain to the Deer 17. as Dobie routed the Deer 34-13 at Abshire Stadium in Deer Park. Walking off the situation. When you have in the second quarter of Dobie’s District 22-5A championship clinching a 34-13 win Longhorns in front for good. From there, Boyd did the fi eld are Deer Park players Kyle Watts (4) and Adrian Boutte (9). talent, you can win.” over the Deer. Photos by Al Carter, Pasadena ISD Communications Specialist Boulavsky honored

University of Oklahoma women’s volleyball player Suzy Boulavsky, a 2008 Clear Brook High School graduate, has been named to the College Sports Information Directors of America Academic All- District fi rst team. A journalism major, Boulavsky currently holds a 3.95 grade point average. The ju- nior is also excelling on the court for the Sooners, averaging 3.45 kills and 3.77 points per game, good enough for top-10 rankings in both categories in the Big 12. Heading into action Nov. 10 after press time, Oklahoma was 17-8 overall and 9-5 in conference play. Photo courtesy OU sports information dept. Lady Horns’ hoops wins Continued from Page 1B a let up, and that’s what de- The Lady Longhorns had cided the game for us. Our not experienced much luck bench got an opportunity to against Friendswood in pre- get a lot of minutes, which vious season openers, but can only help us. that all changed this time. “We’re really going to Brown was particularly need those reserves to step impressed with the way the up if we’re going to be suc- Lady Longhorns came out cessful this year. When in the third quarter and ex- they’re in the game, their tended their lead. execution and intensity has Up 36-25 to begin the to match that of our start- second half, it would have ers. been easy for Dobie to come “Our bench was one of out a bit sluggish. our question marks com- Instead, the Lady Long- ing into the season; getting horns used a 20-7 third- them some time in a game quarter score to lock the situation early in the sea- game away at 56-32. son will help answer those “I thought one of the best questions.” things we did was come out It’s only one game, but strong to start the second so far the defending district half,” Brown said. champions are picking up “There was never really where they left off. BHI VB takes tourney Continued from Page 3B cobar and Clarissa Moreno. Ochoa, Takira Butler, Lidia Franklin was on fi re with Avita, and Keauhan Bailey four kills and three hits. all played well in the back Sady Olguin had three row. hits, and Escobar added 8 Light rallies for win three hits and two kills. The Lady Bears’ eighth- The Lady Bears won grade Light team played the fi rst game to take early against Southmore for fi rst control but then watched as place in the Light tourna- Southmore built a 16-4 lead ment. in the second game. Beverly Hills was de- But the Lady Bears were termined to take home the not about to lie down and fi rst-place trophy, and it take a loss. With each play- showed early on. er doing something well In the fi rst game, the to help the team, the Lady Lady Bears came out bat- Bears pulled out the second tling with excellent serves game 26-24 to capture the by Jai Franklin, Mariah Es- tournament crown.