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February 24, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 3 Junk waste pickup set Junk waste will be picked up Thursday, Feb. 24, for city of Houston residents living South Houston to dedicate Hall of Honor south of Beltway 8. For information, call 3-1-1. Library schedules events Three South Belt residents among 54 inductees The following events are scheduled for the week of Feb. 24 through March 2 at Parker A former assistant Most of the initial other school and com- late Dr. Paul Zanowiak Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: attorney general of honorees graduated munity offi cials are ex- (1965), a prominent A family-friendly movie will be presented the United States, a during the school’s pected to attend. dentist and Himala- Thursday, Feb. 24, at 4 p.m. Contact the renowned physicist, a fi rst two decades. Five The ceremony will yan adventurer, was library for more information. Himalayan adventurer, of the 54 plaques will conclude with the for- selected as Distin- On Saturday, Feb. 26, Vietnamese story- an opera singer and a honor servicemen mal unveiling of the guished Alumnus in time will include Reading Club at 9 a.m., fol- major-league catcher who gave their lives plaque display. 2004. Local business- lowed by intermediate storytime at 11 a.m. are among a group of in combat operations “Our students will man Herman Williams and beginner storytime at 1 p.m. 54 esteemed South – three in Vietnam and now feel a connection (1964) was selected The monthly Friends Of the Parker Williams Houston High School one each in Iraq and with the past,” Fullen as the district’s Dis- Library book sale will also be on Saturday, alumni who will be in- Afghanistan. said, “and they will tinguished Citizen in Feb. 26, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. ducted into the school’s The inductees see how they have the 2007. Emory Gadd The Friends of the Parker Williams Library new Hall of Honor in a were selected by the same opportunity to (1965), youth minister will have their monthly meeting at 9 a.m. on campus ceremony on school’s baccalaureate shape the world. At at Sagemont Church Monday, Feb. 28. March 3. committee, a group the same time, it is my and one of three South AARP representives will provide income The Hall of Honor Emory Gadd of faculty members Cheryl Bolen hope that those cho- Norton White Belt inductees, was Al Carter tax preparation assistance on Mondays and will feature a display of inductee plaques on a who are also charged with selecting an honored sen to be members of the Hall of Honor will feel honored as Distinguished Citizen in 2005. Local Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. This program 30-foot wall adjacent to the Reinartz Center just alumnus and an honored former faculty member connected to our current students and experience businessman Terry Brotherton (1969) was cho- is free. Bring all tax documents and a copy of beyond the front entrance to the school. Nearly each spring for the school’s baccalaureate cer- a desire to renew their involvement with South sen as Distinguished Citizen in 2009. last year’s income tax return. $3,000 – much of it provided by alumni dona- emony. Houston High School.” Entertainment notables include Mary Bowen Preschool storytime is at 10:30 a.m. Wed- tions – has been invested in the project. The committee spent nearly a year consult- The inaugural class includes individuals high- (1991), a mezzo soprano with the New York City nesday, and toddler storytime is at 10:30 a.m. The fi rst group of 54 honored alumni, three of ing with alumni groups, checking records and ly accomplished in such fi elds as medicine, edu- Opera; Donella Coffey (1970), a Hollywood pro- Thursday. whom are South Belt residents, coincides with screening candidates before settling on an inau- cation, religion, entertainment and the law. duction assistant with credits that include the hit the 54th anniversary of the school’s opening in gural Hall of Honor class of 54. The list includes Richard Willard (Class of TV show Ally McBeal, and Susan Cobb Duff Burglary suspect nabbed 1957. Committee bylaws call for the selection of 1965), who served as assistant attorney general (1971), the mother/manager of acting and sing- “This Hall of Honor will be a constant remind- one to fi ve additional honorees each year. The of the United States under President Ronald Rea- ing celebrities Hilary and Haylie Duff. Deputies from the Harris County Precinct 2 er of the impact that our alumni have had upon committee will meet in late spring to consider gan. It includes the late Dr. Nathan Isgur (1964), Athletes include Chris Tremie (1988), a for- Constable’s office arrested one suspect and are the community, the nation, and the world,” said new inductees. a Presidential Scholar as a South Houston senior mer major-league catcher for four teams, includ- searching for two others following a break-in Dr. Steve Fullen, South Houston’s principal. All 47 surviving members of the fi rst group of who went on to become one of the world’s fore- ing the Houston Astros; and Wes Hebert (1976), on Monday, Feb. 21, in the 8800 block of “Our job is to prepare our students to move inductees – as well as family members of seven most theoretical physicists. regarded as one of the best offensive linemen Chelsea Brook. on to bigger and better things. With the dedica- deceased honorees – have been invited to at- Isgur’s brother Marvin (1970), a U.S. Bank- ever to play for the Texas Longhorns. A resident of the house phoned police after tion of the Hall of Honor, our students will have tend the Hall of Honor dedication ceremony on ruptcy Court judge in Houston, will also be in- Two reporters for Channel 13 News – Debo- seeing three suspects leave her property by visible examples of just what ‘bigger and better’ March 3 in the Reinartz Center. PISD offi cials, ducted. rah Wrigley (1969) and Cynthia Cisneros (1978) jumping over her back fence. Deputies Vance means.” members of the PISD Education Foundation and Five inductees have previously been honored – will also be inducted. Britt and Juan Contreras responded to the call by the PISD for their career achievements. The South Houston High School Class of and located three males a few blocks away. James R. Smith (1960), a longtime teacher 1970 contributed nearly $1,100 to the project The resident positively identified one of the and administrator in the district, was named the with funds collected during its 40th reunion cel- men, Jeremy Karnes, as one of the intruders. Sagemont Church auctions district’s Distinguished Alumnus in 2008. The Continued on Page 2A Karnes, 18, was arrested and charged with burglary of a habitation. The other two sus- pects are described as 18-year-old black males – one light-skinned and one dark-complected. feature over 1,200 items They were traveling in a white Toyota Tundra As part of its ongoing Living Proof Project, furniture, health and fi tness, home and garden, Church donations accumulate pickup truck. Anyone with information on this Sagemont Church will hold two separate auc- hunting and fi shing, jewelry, memorabilia, mo- case is urged to call Precinct 2 Sgt. Zerick tions on Saturday, Feb. 26, at its main campus torcycles, musical instruments, photography, Guinn at 281-481-9189. located at 11300 S. Sam Houston Parkway E. real estate, services, sporting goods and travel. The fi rst will be a silent auction from 9 a.m. to Donated items include a 2003 100th Anniver- PTO scholarships available 3 p.m., followed by a live auction at 4 p.m. The sary Harley-Davidson FXSTD Softtail Deuce, live auction will feature many items not available a framed, limited edition (685/1200) It Doesn’t Atkinson Elementary at the silent auction. Get Much Better painting on canvas by Thomas The Atkinson Elementary PTO will give The auctions are to benefi t the building of a Kinkade and an 18-karat, white gold fi ve-carat $500 scholarships to two graduating Dobie new worship and discipleship facility on the black and white diamond panda bear pendant High School seniors who attended Atkinson at church property. The church operates on a debt- with moveable arms and legs on an 18-karat white least two years, one being fourth grade. free basis, and an estimated $21.7 million has al- gold, 18-inch chain with eight round diamonds. Applications and requirement information are ready been given toward the $26.5 million goal. The auction site will be open for a preview available through the Dobie senior counselor’s At press time, church members had already on Friday, Feb. 25, from 4 to 9 p.m. for anyone office. The application must be received by donated more than 1,200 items, including an- interested. Feb. 25 at noon in order to be considered. tiques, apparel, art, automotive, bicycles, china More information, as well as an online pre- Moore Elementary and crystal, coins, electronics, event tickets, view, is available at www.sagemontauction.org. The Moore Elementary PTO will offer scholarships to four graduating seniors at Dobie High School who attended Moore in fourth and fifth grades. Applications are avail- Lewis: Good Friday classes able through the Dobie senior counselor’s office and must be returned by Monday, March 28, to be considered. The scholarships will be awarded at the May PTO meeting. unavoidable for this year Frazier Elementary Many Pasadena Independent School District The superintendent, however, said that offi - Frazier Elementary will offer scholarships parents are upset that school offi cials are making cials would excuse absences on Good Friday on a ($500 to $1,000) to six graduating seniors at up the canceled “snow day” that took place Fri- case-by-case basis due to religious beliefs. Dobie High School. The students must have day, Feb 4, by having class on Good Friday, April Lewis further said the problem would not oc- attended Frazier in fourth and fifth grades and 22. cur again in the future. must be good citizens. Applications are avail- According to PISD Superintendent Kirk Lew- “In retrospect, I recognize it probably wasn’t able in the senior counselor’s office at Dobie is, this proposed makeup day was voted on a year the best idea,” Lewis said. “It won’t happen High School. The completed application must ago and will not be changed. Lewis said the only again.” Donations are quickly accumulating for a pair of auctions that are to be held at Sagemont be turned in to the counselor’s office at Dobie other alternatives would be Memorial Day or the The Clear Creek Independent School District Church Saturday, Feb. 26. More than 1,200 items had been donated by church members by Friday, March 25, to be considered. teacher work day that falls at the end of the school will not hold class April 22, as it already made up at press time. The Rev. John Morgan, senior pastor at Sagemont, is shown above on a year, both of which would be equally problematic the canceled day on President’s Day. 100th anniversary Harley-Davidson motorcycle that is to be auctioned off. Girl Scouts recruit March 9 for the district. See related letter on Page 2A. Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council, South Point Service Unit, will hold a spring recruit- ment event on March 9, at Beverly Hills Park Local game room shut down Community Center from 6 to 8 p.m. All par- 1 injured in 3-vehicle crash ents who would like to know more about Girl Following a roughly 10-day investigation, cedes Benz S550 and a 1991 Acura NSX. Scouting are invited. Membership fees will vice offi cers from the Harris County Sheriff’s of- The FBI estimates the illegal game rooms not need to be paid that night. For information, fi ce raided the Lucky 7 game room near the inter- generated more than $1 million a year between call Myriam Hudson at 713-292-0287. section of Blackhawk and Kirkville on Tuesday, 2004 and 2008. Feb. 15. This past July, two other South Belt game GAT dance meetings set According to authorities, the establishment rooms were raided by authorities. was in violation of the Texas Penal Code in re- Club 45, located at 12505 Gulf Freeway at The Thompson Eighth-Grade Dance Com- gard to local gambling laws. Fuqua, and the G-Spot, located at 15255 Gulf mittee will meet at the Kirkmont MUD Sheriff deputies seized three eight-liner ma- Freeway at Dixie Farm Road, were the targets of Building, 10102 Blackhawk, from 6:30 to chines and confi scated the motherboards of 37 the raids. 7:30 p.m. on March 8 and March 22. For in- additional machines. The game room reportedly Conducted by the Multi-Agency Gang Task formation, call Anna Flores at 281-221-5602. had 96 total gaming machines. Deputies also Force and the Violent Crimes Task Force, includ- seized a small amount of cash. ing undercover FBI agents and deputies from the Leagues host parade The establishment had drawn the ire of many Harris County Sheriff’s Offi ce, the raids net- The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League residents due to its proximity to area schools. The ted 14 arrests. All 14 suspects are said to have and the South Belt Girls Softball Association facility is located in a strip center less than half worked at the establishments and were charged will host a parade and festival Saturday, March a mile away from both Dobie High School and with engaging in organized crime with an under- 5, at El Franco Lee Park, beginning at 10 a.m. Moore Elementary. Melillo Middle School and lying offense of promoting gambling, a state jail For more details about the event, see Page 6B. South Belt Elementary are both located roughly felony. one mile from the game room. In past years, offi cials said part of the problem Upward Soccer sign-up This is not the fi rst time a local game room has with prosecuting local offenders was a lack of caught the eye of authorities. physical space to store the confi scated eight-liner Easthaven Baptist Church, 13100 Beamer In November 2008, agents from the FBI and machines. Road, is accepting registration for the 2011 the Internal Revenue Service executed search Steps were taken this past legislative session Upward Soccer League season. Boys and girls warrants on six related gaming establishments to aid in this area. Law enforcement agencies age 4 through those attending the fourth grade in Harris and Galveston counties, including the may now remove just the motherboard from the are eligible. There will be a separate league Coffee Shop located on Scarsdale. machines, rather than the entire machine. for children with autism. To register, call 281- The reported ringleader, 33-year-old Thanh V. Many, however, see the only way of eradicat- 922-5520. For more details, see Page 1B. A three-car pileup took place the afternoon of Tuesday, Feb. 22, at the intersection of Belt- way 8 and Beamer. According to Houston Fire Department offi cials, the accident occurred (Tommy) Bui of Clear Lake, was sentenced this ing the illegal operations is to legalize gambling when a driver ran a red light while going north on Beamer, causing a collision with two past June to 12 months in federal prison for con- in Texas. Dobie band parents meet vehicles that were traveling east on the beltway feeder road. One driver was transported spiracy to launder funds and operating an illegal According to Rep. Ken Legler, 80 percent The Dobie Band Parent Organization will to the hospital with minor injuries. The intersection was blocked for roughly 30 minutes. gambling business. of his constituents who responded to a mailed meet Monday, March 7, at 7 p.m. in the band Photo by David Flickinger Bui was also fi ned $114,000, and agents survey this past election cycle supported such a hall. All band parents are encouraged to attend. seized $184,000 in cash, as well as a 2007 Mer- measure. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 24, 2011 Readers’ Opinions SoHo Hall of Honor . . . Continued from Page 1A Elementary and Dobie High ees. voices we can fix this mistake. We all in the near future, to have a sit down radical conservative bandwagon and ebration in Galveston last School and is the team stat- Following graduation, Carter against Good make mistakes, however this one is meeting with HCFCD where they will votes consistently against the interests of summer. istician for the Dobie football Carter continued his educa- Friday makeup day pretty big in my Book and I can not be present their plans on how to improve the suburban families. In fact, he voted for Event organizers expect coaching staff. tion at San Jacinto College quiet and do nothing. Rebecca Carter handling of run off water from this neigh- last Friday’s Republican budget bill with most of the inductees to at- He has further served as and the University of Texas I am a parent with children attending borhood. James E. Muecke its budget cuts for NASA. tend the dedication. RSVPs a board member of the PISD at Austin, where he received Pasadena Independent Schools. Re- Edgebrook flooding The craziness in Wisconsin is another have already been received Education Foundation and in degrees in journalism. He has cently, school was closed due to bad Shafer urges area example of politicians exagerating their from as far away as Los An- 2005, was named a Distin- done extensive graduate work weather. The district rescheduled a info from Muecke mandate so much they end up believing geles and Key West. guished Citizen of the school at the University of Houston- makeup day for this and have scheduled improvements their own rhetorical half-truths. The state “When South Houston district. Clear Lake in the fi eld of his- a full day of school for students and The Freeway Manor subdivision and employees in Wisconsin get paid less opened its doors over 50 Gadd was instrumental in tory and taught the subject at teachers on April 22, Good Friday. I natu- the Edgebrook corridor has had major What is the likelihood of getting than employees of other nearby states years ago, those fi rst stu- getting PISD bonds passed in South Houston High School rally assumed this was an error and flooding issues for over 40 years. A little Hughes road fixed? and far less than federal employees. This dents were proud to be Tro- both 2000 and 2004 and also from 2008 to 2010 before called the administration office. I was over five years ago we started an effort The road is so bumpy and uneven isn’t really about economics considering jans,” Dr. Fullen said. “They lends his support to many San taking his current position. informed that Yes we are attending school to finally resolve flooding by contacting from the Beltway to Sageyork and is get- the Wisconsin governor just gave a huge worked diligently to develop Jacinto College initiatives. Carter’s interest in sports that day, that the calender was planned a HCFCD, then Precinct 2 Commissioner ting worse. Getting the car aligned fre- tax cut to big business, it is about reduc- rich traditions that live on The longtime South Belt writing began his senior year year ago with April 22 as a proposed Garcia and then state Representative quently is not the best option. Also, the ing government, in spite of govenment today. Today’s students resident was named PISD’s at South Houston when he makeup day. Rick Noriega. With their help we have awnings at the strip center on Hughes meeting needs of the people, such as share those same values, Distinguished Alumnus in wrote for the school’s news- So this is where I have a problem and made some progress: Edgebrook has Road by Donut Heaven have needed EPA and clean air. customs, and traditions, and May 2009. The night of paper the Torch. His profes- need help. As a last resort I will simply been rebuilt with new street drains, one painting for months. A nice paint job The unholy alliance of the extremist their chests still swell with Gadd’s honoring marked the sional career has taken him just keep my children home from school ditch concrete lined and others cleaned. would definitely beautify the community. tea partiers and the radical right the same pride as those very 44th anniversary of his high throughout the South work- that day in observance of the holiday. I The problem ditch, HCFCD C-106-03, Lastly, the turn lanes at the Beltway at Republican party suggest outrage at our fi rst Trojans with whom they school graduation and of ing as either a sports writer, was told that on this day they will be nick named the Bastard ditch, has many Sabo/Hughes & the Beltway & Beamer government regardless of important roles share a common identity.” his fi rst date with his wife, a sports columnist or a sports counted as an excused absent due to issues that are difficult to resolve. Some are confusing for some people. If I recall, it plays in the lives of rich, middle class South Belt inductees Susan (Wells) Gadd, also a editor for the Savannah Morn- religious beliefs. work was started on the ditch in the the first light at Sabo/Hughes has only and poor. The GOP, including our local Emory Gadd South Houston graduate. The ing News, the Corpus Christi Every parent who I have spoken to, 1980’s, but ended when issues came up one legal left turn signal but the 2nd light representative, appear to want nothing A 1965 graduate of the couple have two adult sons, Caller, the Daily Oklaho- also plans to keep their children home that were not easily resolved due to the has two. Wouldn’t it be a good idea to more than to shut down the federal gov- area school, Emory Gadd has John and Jim Gadd, and one man, the Houston Chronicle, that day. We are talking about a lot of terrain and location of the ditch. Harris have both lights with the same rule? I ernment just as Newt Gingrich and Tom devoted much of his time to grandchild. the Houston Post, the Dallas absents that day, meaning a huge finan- County Commissioners court on June see people cutting over at the last minute Delay did over 15 years ago. his alma mater, PISD and the Cheryl Bolen Morning News and the San cial loss for the district. 23, 2009 authorized LJA Engineering & or worse, turning from the wrong lane Sadly, it is hard, perhaps even impos- the community as a whole. A 1964 South Houston Antonio Express-News. I do not want to see my district loose Surveying, Inc. to do a study of the entire which I’m sure some of them may have sible, to change to a more ethical Gadd has served on the graduate, Cheryl (Williams) Despite his extensive trav- money and I do not want to see my Berry Bayou Flood Plain. This area gotten confused as to which is which. Of approach to politics when the GOP insists staff of Sagemont Church Bolen has served as a jour- els, Carter would invariably beloved teachers being forced to work on includes some of Hobby Airport, the city course, some don’t even care. on the politics of destruction... insisting for roughly 40 years, acting nalist, teacher and romance return to the South Belt com- this holiday and miss time of worship and of South Houston, the Edgebrook corri- Nancy Shafer this time on the destruction of our gov- as minister to students and in novelist. munity, moving back to the fellowship with their families. dor and several other sub divisions. With ernment. Those in the middle class his current position of associ- Following graduation, area numerous times over the I would to see the district reschedule this study, we will get a better picture of Johansen writes should not fall for tea party rhetoric cast ate pastor. Bolen attended San Jacinto years. this makeup day to the next proposed what all needs to be done. Resolving by a tiny minority to profit a select The former South Hous- College, where she earned an During his lengthy career makeup day or any other day for that flooding in one area could cause flooding on radical right group that rants about seceeding from ton student attended Houston associate degee in 1966, be- as a journalist, Carter has in another area. The study has taken matter. The radical right wing Republicans our nation. Perhaps they should love it or Baptist University, where he fore attending the University covered several major sport- longer than planned, but they are about I have been asked by teachers and now in control of the U.S. House of leave it. The American system has made received a bachelor’s degree of Texas, where she earned ing events, including fi ve Su- to complete the study and turn the find- parents to spread the word about how Representatives and the Wisconsin capi- us the strongest most powerful nation in in Christianity and sociology a bachelor’s in journalism in per Bowls, eight Final Fours, ings over to HCFCD. we feel about attending school on this tol are hell-bent on dragging our nation history, period. We succeed through good in 1977. 1970. Bolen went on to get a a dozen Cotton Bowls and a With the City of Houston implement- holiday. So I am asking all parents who back thru the ditch at the end of George times and bad times, and we have suc- Gadd serves on the board Master of Science from the half-dozen Big 12 football ing the Prop 1 proposal, now called plan not to attend school on Good Friday, W. Bush’s era and further back to faulty ceeded by working for the common of directors of the South Belt- University of Houston-Clear championship games. Rebuild Houston, which involves city send an email or a phone call to your philosophies of yesteryear. In their part- good, without attacking selected groups Ellington Chamber of Com- Lake in 1979. Carter has received many flood control, it is now more important principal, your administration building, let nership with big business and special in our country. merce, and in 1993, he was Bolen served as news edi- awards and honors, includ- then ever to move forward with rebuilding them know of your planned absents that interests, they destroyed the US econo- Like the new democracy springing up named the chamber’s Citizen tor for the South Belt-Elling- ing 1980 Oklahoma Sports ditch C-106-03. We are looking forward, day. Maybe, just maybe with enough my and now call for budget reducations in the Middle East, America needs a new of the Year. ton Leader from 1979 to 1985 Writer of the Year, 1986 Tex- dsigned to cripple recovery efforts that democracy based on interests of the The pastor actively vol- and again from 1991 to 1997 as Sports Writer of the Year, actually saved our nation. broad majority of the people rather than unteers for PISD through (she taught English at Jamison Texas Sports Hall of Fame Worse yet, like their hero, Tom DeLay big businesses and its corrupt financial mentoring programs and Middle School in Pearland selection committee member, PISD wrestles with in 1995, the GOP is picking and choos- system. It is surely time that, we the peo- other efforts. He has served from 1985 to 1991). During Heisman Trophy elector and ing to attack budgets of government ple, the broad majority of those in the on the campus improvement her tenure at the newspaper, San Jacinto College Distin- activities that are adverse to their corpo- middle, set aside our hobbies and past- team and as campus chaplain Bolen won two second-place guished Alumnus. rate special interests, such as the times, come out of our homes, gather at Dobie High School. Gadd awards from the Texas Com- While working in Cor- Environmental Protection Agency, health together and take action to refocus our has additionally served on munity Newspaper Associa- pus Christi, Carter met his $20 million shortage country’s efforts to benefit people rather care, aid to children and poor mothers the PISD Health Advisory tion, including series writing wife, Mary (Cox) Carter. A and even NASA. Our local congressional than corrupt institutions. Council and the emergency and feature writing. She also longtime Pasadena Indepen- With the Pasadena Inde- teaching positions. years by reducing funding for Pete Johansen pendent School Districe pro- To accommodate plans to less critical programs and representative, Pete Olson, is on the response teams for Stuchbery won three awards from the dent School District teacher, jecting at least a $20 million deal with the shortfall, the directing those available Houston Press Club, includ- she recently began teaching budget shortfall for each of Pasadena ISD has declared a funds toward teacher salaries ing fi rst prize in series writ- sixth-grade language arts at the next two years – the result state of financial exigency, and programs that were more CB Debate ends regular competition season ing and a second-place prize the newly opened Dixie Me- of deep funding cuts by the allowing the district to take mission-focused. in both headline writing and lillo Middle School. The Clear Brook High Thirteen members of the Mound, Texas, on Wednesday, annual Texas Forensics Asso- spot news reporting. Together, the couple have state – Superintendent Dr. certain actions – such as per- Lewis said the district will School Debate Team wrapped team will head to Flower March 9, to compete in the ciation tournament. Kirk Lewis announced the sonnel reductions, if needed work on ways to increase The SoHo alumnus pub- three children, Jonathan, Jes- up its regular competitive lished her fi rst of nine histori- sica (Swenson) and Ben. framework of a plan for bal- – to help deal with the crisis. revenue, such as through fed- season on Saturday, Feb. 19, ancing the district’s budget Lewis said policies enact- eral funding and private cal novels (eight of which are Jonathan is a lieutenant in with a trip to Texas City set in England) in 1998. That the U.S. Coast Guard, where for the 2011-12 and 2012-13 ed by state lawmakers over grants. where the team returned with school years. the past five years are solely But, he said, “They will be year, she was named Notable he recently began duties as the following awards: New Author by the Ohio the fi rst representative from Lewis said the reduction to blame for the crisis. Five minimal. There’s just not a Eric Chaney placed sixth in state funding amounts to years ago, the state legisla- lot out there.” Valley Romance Writers of the branch to serve in the in foreign extemp speaking, America. In 2006, Bolen won President’s Emergency Op- an “earthquake” for Texas ture changed the school He said the district has followed by Rishi Suresh and public schools. Still, he said, financing system. Those already identified ways to trim the HOLT Medallion for Best erations Center in the East Kelly Hogg who placed sec- Historical Novel. Many of Wing of the White House. “However that road shifts changes included a reduction $3 million out of non-payroll ond and first, respectively, in beneath us, we’re going to of the residential tax rate. expenses. Principals, he said, her other books have been Swenson is the journalism this same event. named fi nalist for the Daphne sponsor at Dobie, and Ben is get it back on track.” Subsequent budgets included have already been told to LD quarter-finalists Neil He said the district cannot deficits that contributed to a expect a 10 percent reduction Du Maurier, Texas Gold and a senior manager for Deloitte Patel and Hunter Bodiford Holt Medallion awards. & Touche. address the projected shortfall current state budget shortfall in district funding for school received recognition for their without implementing per- materials next year. Bolen is married to long- Jonathan played baseball estimated to be as low as $15 accomplishments, as did sonnel reductions, increasing billion and as high as $26.8 But, Lewis said, many of time San Jacinto College pro- at Sam Houston State Uni- Rishi Suresh who placed workloads for some teaching billion. the non-payroll expenses, fessor John Bolen. The couple versity, while Jessica and Ben third overall in this event. positions and increasing the To deal with that shortfall, such as utilities, are essential currently reside in Green Tee. both graduated from Texas Impromptu speaking also size of some classes. legislators are proposing pub- to operations and cannot be They have two adult sons, A&M University. All three saw awards brought home by Because payroll makes up lic education cuts of between reduced. John and James “Bo” Bolen, graduated from Dobie, where about 85 percent of the dis- $4 billion and $5 billion per That leaves payroll costs, Kelly Hogg and Adriel Rivera both of whom attended Dobie Jessica was head cheerleader trict’s total budget, money year. For the Pasadena ISD, he said, although he added, who placed fourth and sixth, High School. John is a prac- and both boys earned all-state allotted to non-payroll items the reduction in state funding “We are going to try to miti- respectively. ticing attorney, while James recognition in baseball. cannot begin to seriously is expected to be between gate personnel reductions. Rounding out the awards works as a reporter for the The Carters currently re- address a $20 million annual $20 million and $21 million We will do as much as we for the weekend, and the reg- South Belt-Ellington Leader. side in Friendswood and are ular season, was Hunter budget shortfall. per year. can to protect as many class- Clear Brook High School Debate Team members earning awards at a recent Norton White longtime members of St. “The bulk of the cuts,” Lewis cautioned that the room positions as possible.” Bodiford who received the A graduate of the 1962 Luke the Evangelist Church. Lewis said, “will, by neces- state budget figures are still Current fund balances, he second-place speaking award tournament in Texas City were, left to right, Eric Chaney, Rishi Suresh, Hunter class, Norton White is a Other inductees sity, come from personnel.” being discussed. Some esti- said, will likely be applied to for LD debate. Bodiford, Kelly Hogg, Neil Patel and Adriel Rivera. Photo submitted retired businessman, who Other South Houston High Lewis said the number of mates project a state budget some payroll costs in an served as longtime executor School Hall of Honor induct- positions lost districtwide shortfall that could run the effort to reduce the number of the South Houston High ees include (graduation class could exceed 300. He said revenue shortfall to the dis- of job cuts. San Jac receives Texas historical marker School Scholarship for the in parentheses): Donald Me- any payroll cuts would come trict as high as $50 million. “This will be a tough year Class of 1962. ador (1959), Dr. Ron Rucker across the board – in areas of “This is not something our – a tough two years, really,” The Texas Historical Com- in 2008 after serving as a skilled workers in the medi- Pasadena. The other four are While in high school, (1960), James R. Smith (1960), administration, support and district caused,” Lewis said. Lewis said. “The state is not mission has approved San teacher and administrator at cal professions. It has met the the City of Pasadena, White was captain of the Larry Crow (1962), Dr. Har- “This was caused by those in going to provide any assis- Jacinto College’s application SJC for 32 years. “It has needs of its students with Pasadena Independent School football and track teams and riet Durr Romo (1962), Genia Austin who have passed pub- tance for us this year. We’re for a historical marker, which offered the education needed flexible schedules, childcare, District, Allen Ranch, and was named Mr. South Hous- Long Ripley (1962), Timothy Council lic policy that has created a really kind of on our own.” will be placed on the Central for technical jobs and the and small classes. Its focus Crown Hill Cemetery. ton and Most Handsome. Shaunty (1962), R. Joel Swan- shortfall in the budget.” Still, Lewis expressed con- campus, 8060 Spencer basics for academic careers; has always been the stu- Pomeroy Homestead and Following high school, son (1963), Dr. Nathan Isgur seeks input The state’s current budget fidence in the ability of dis- Highway in Pasa-dena. it has developed world-class dent.” the James and Jesse West White studied engineering at (1964), Herman Williams plans already eliminate many trict teachers and staff to make The metal marker will athletes, journalists, and The marker will be only Mansion are on the National Texas Tech University in Lub- (1964), Bob Allen (1965), The City of Houston grants and funding for many the best of the situation. measure 27 inches by 42 musicians; it has trained the fifth in the city of Register listing. bock, where he went on to Richard Willard (1965), Dr. Charter requires that the established programs. “If there is any group of inches and will display text raise his family. White moved Paul Zanowiak (1965), Cyn- Houston City Council ex- “We’re a long way from people who can weather this that chronicles some of the back to Sagemont in 1988 af- thia Bryant (1966), Lois Wil- pand to 11 single-member finalizing the budget,” Lewis storm together, who can find notable milestones of the ter working 32 years for Cer- liams (1966), Wayne Adams districts at such point that said, “and a long way from creative solutions and think three-campus college that, tainteed Corp., a company that (1967), Suzanne Covington census data demonstrates that knowing what the state’s outside the box,” he said, “it’s for 50 years, has served East manufactures roofi ng, siding, (1967), Dr. Darrell Harris the city’s population exceeds Harris County. The date of Deaths going to do.” the group of people we have piping and insulation. (1967), Dr. Janie Hickerson 2.1 million residents. With He lamented what he here in Pasadena.” installation, and exact loca- dren, Guerra relished the op- Holly Michelle portunities she had to be with Roughly 15 years ago, Thielemann-Downs (1968), the release of the 2010 U.S. called “confusing” messages Members of the commu- tion on the Central campus, is White, along with fellow Wayne Lutz (1968), Her- Census, the city will begin from lawmakers in Austin. nity are encouraged to write still in the works. Guerra her family and enjoyed cook- ing for everyone. 1962 South Houston gradu- man Munster III (1968), Dr. the process of redistricting in “They will tell us how their state legislators with “I am truly excited and ate Genia Ripley who is also Marvin Baza (1969), Terry order to add those districts. much they value public edu- their concerns. A list of area honored for San Jacinto A visitation for Guerra was held Tuesday, Feb. 22, an inductee, started the South Brotherton (1969), Michael The city is interested in cation, and how they think legislators can be found at the College to be chosen to Houston High School Schol- Lindsey (1969), Dr. Karen hearing from citizens re- we’re doing a great job,” district website at www.pasa receive a Texas historical 2011, at Clayton Funeral Home. arship for the Class of 1962. Sherman Dorris (1969), Deb- garding suggestions for the Lewis said. “And then in the denaisd.org. marker,” said Chancellor Dr. The program emphasizes as- orah Wrigley (1969), Donella confi guration of the new next breath, they’re talking Click on the “Community” Brenda Hellyer. “This is a sisting midrange South Hous- Coffey (1970), Marvin Is- Council districts. Attend any about cutting $10 billion button on the left side and true testament of our com- Hildred Gerber ton students attend college. gur (1970), Dr. Mary Lund town hall meeting and tell [statewide over two years] look down the left side of the mitment to our community Hildred Gerber, 100, of White is a longtime mem- (1970), Gary Moss (1970), the city what you think. Go out of the program.” “Community” page for “State and region to provide a high South Belt, died Friday, Feb. ber of St. Frances Cabrini Ken Vanway (1970), Susan to http://www.houstontx.gov/ Still, he said, “Whatever Legislators.” quality, low cost education 18, 2011. She was born Oct. Catholic Church and used to Cobb Duff (1971), Lupita planning/2011/index.html to happens in Austin, we will The district is also seeking that makes a difference in the 5, 1910. head the St. Vincent De Paul Palos (1971), Dr. Gregory fi nd the closest meeting and address here in a very posi- input from the public on bud- lives of our citizens.” Gerber is preceded in death Society, which feeds the hun- Fuller (1972), Susan Spur- for more information. tive way.” get-cutting ideas. Comments The official unveiling of by her husband, Taylor Ger- gry. lock Keiser (1972), James For information, contact the historical marker will be She is survived by her Lewis said the district has and suggestions can be sent ber, and her fi rstborn grand- The South Houston alum- Carter Hall (1976), Wes Hu- margaret.wallace@houstontx one highlight of many during husband of 56 years Gilbert already reduced its budget by to Lewis at KLewis@pasade child, Gerald Lee Bates, son nus now works part time at bert (1976), Cynthia Cisneros .gov or call 713-837-7826. $30 million over the past four naisd.org. the 2011-2012 academic year, of Jerry and Jennie Bates. Reuben Villaseñor; children (1978), John Davis (1978), Holly Michelle Guerra, 48, Bass Pro Shops and also en- as San Jacinto College cele- She is survived by her Gilbert Anthony Villaseñor John O. Harris (1978), Dr. former South Belt resident, joys beekeeping. brates its 50th anniversary. three children: Carl Ger- Sr., Debbie “Debitta” Vil- Ann Lutz Pearson (1981), died on Friday, Feb. 11, 2011. White was married 41 The groundbreaking cere- ber, Jennie Bates and Nancy laseñor, Brendita Villaseñor- Dana Johnson Philibert Adopt-A-Beach celebrates 25 She is survived by her years to Winnifred “Winnie” mony at the original Central Vickers; 11 grandchildren; 17 Lester (David Lester) and (1985), Chris Tremie (1988), father, Mack Vance; mother White, who died a few years Ronald Reagan was presi- by reaching out to even more well as a full-page ad in Texas campus was held on Aug. 10, great-grandchildren; and four Roland Reuben Villaseñor; Mary Bowen (1991), Jason Jackie Tiller; son Drew Vance; ago. The couple had two chil- dent, Top Gun was the top beach lovers. Highways to run before the 1961, and the college offi- great-great-grandchildren. grandchildren Lisa Michelle Jolliff (1992), Dr. Justin Reg- daughters, Brandi Phillips dren, Norton “Tre” White III draw at the box office, and “Adopt-A-Beach volun- fall and spring beach clean- cially opened on Sept. 18, A private graveside ser- Villaseñor (John Cervantes), ner (1993), Austin William and Casey Knapps; fi ancé and Kellie Gareri. Tre White 2,800 Texans volunteered for teers don’t just clean the ups. 1961, at temporary quarters vice will be held. Gilbert Anthony Villaseñor Haverkamp (1962), Douglas Artie Ray Mayham; sisters, is a restaurant manager, while the inaugural General Land beach a few times a year, they “Adopt-A-Beach has long in downtown Pasadena. Jr., Christopher Charles Vil- Robert French (1965), Gerald Tiffany Allen and husband Gareri is a math teacher in Office Adopt-A-Beach Clean- make a lasting difference,” enjoyed the support of Shell Longtime Pasadena resi- laseñor, Gregory Mark Vil- Edward Blalock (1969), Zar- Jason, and Kim Tiller; grand- Christine M. Pearland. up in 1986. said Jerry Patterson, commis- and Motiva in this campaign dent and former San Jac laseñor, Haley Renee Villase- ian Andre Wood (1999) and children, Alia Anderson, Al- Al Carter Since then, the General sioner of the General Land against beach trash,” Patterson employee Anne Thomas ñor and Ryan Anthony Vil- Armando Soriano (2002). Land Office’s Adopt-A-Beach Office. “Shell and Motiva’s said. “They are a good corpo- helped draft the SJC histori- bert Ayala Jr. and Nicholas Villaseñor laseñor; great- granddaughter While not offi cially on the program has grown into one donation will bring in even rate citizen with a long his- cal marker application. Phillips-Maldonado; as well Christine Martinez Vil- Macie Michelle Cervantes; list of inductees, the Leader of the most successful all- more volunteers by helping tory of working hard to pro- She said the college as a host of other family and laseñor, age 76, resident of sister Lupe Cisneros; broth- staff wanted to also honor Leader Obituary volunteer efforts in the nation. spread the message that trash- tect Texas beaches and deserves the Texas Historical friends. Kirkwood subdivision, died ers Gilbert Martinez, Tony former longtime South Belt In the past 25 years, ing Texas beaches isn’t cool.” bays.” Institution designation, and Guerra had a wonderful Wednesday, Feb. 23, 2011. Martinez, David Martinez; resident Al Carter. policy 406,000 Adopt-A-Beach vol- Shell and Motiva are the The Texas General Land that it’s fitting the approval sense of humor and enjoyed She was born Aug. 26, 1934 numerous nieces and neph- A 1970 graduate, Carter unteers have picked up more exclusive sponsors of the Office’s Adopt-A-Beach pro- comes when the college spending time with her fami- in Houston. ews. has more than 35 years ex- Obituaries submitted than 7,800 tons of trash from General Land Office’s Adopt- gram is funded primarily by begins celebration of its 50th ly and friends. She had a very She was preceded in death Serving as pallbearers will perience in the journalism to the Leader are the Texas Gulf Coast. And A-Beach 25th Anniversary. private contributions. To help anniversary. strong faith in God and en- by her parents Graciano Mar- be Edmund Trevino, Frankie industry, primarily as a sports published free of thanks to a generous $50,000 The donation will also help out or for more information, “San Jacinto College has joyed reading the Bible. She tinez and Eustolia Martinez; Trevino, Ricky Trevino, Rudy writer. He currently works as donation by Shell Oil Com- fund a direct mail campaign call the General Land Office done a splendid job of pro- was a very dedicated, hard sisters Alice Perez, Minerva Vara, Ralph Cisneros and Mi- a communications specialist charge. They are pany and Motiva Enterprises along the coast reminding at 1-877-892-6278 or visit viding affordable, quality worker and enjoyed her job. (Minnie) Trevino and Santa chael Cisneros. for PISD and is in large part edited to conform to LLC, Adopt-A-Beach will volunteers about the date of the website at http://www. upper-level education,” com- Affectionately known as Vara; brothers Phillip Marti- For details on services, responsible for compiling the the Leader style. celebrate its 25th anniversary fall and spring cleanups as texasadoptabeach.org. mented Thomas, who retired “Gam Ma” to her grandchil- nez and Carlitos Martinez. visit nidayfunerals.com. list of Hall of Honor induct- Thursday, February 24, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Scout Sunday observed by #692 Brook Jr. ROTC plant 1,600 seedlings at Harris County Flood Control District’s Tree Nursery Seventeen Jr. ROTC stu- October through March) on dents from Clear Creek In- project sites throughout Har- dependent School District’s ris County. Clear Brook High School On average, the district braved frigid temperatures plants about 20,000 trees ev- and rolled up their sleeves ery year, making it the No. to plant 1,600 tree seedlings 2 tree-planting government at the Harris County Flood agency in Harris County. Control District’s eighth an- About the Harris County nual volunteer tree seedling Flood Control District’s tree potting event at the District’s planting program: South Service Center Tree The Flood Control Dis- Nursery, 5301 Almeda Genoa trict started planting trees on Road. project sites in 2001. For economic reasons, the As the tree planting pro- Flood Control District re- gram gained momentum, cently purchased 3,600 tree the district exhausted its lo- seedlings with no soil around cal tree seedling supply. The the roots, which are delicate solution was the creation of a and subject to drying out if tree nursery at the South Ser- they are not potted soon after vice Center in 2003. Current- they are delivered to the tree ly, there are about 6,000 trees nursery. The race was on Sat- in various stages of growth, urday to transfer as many of many of which are hard to the seedlings as possible into fi nd, including bald cypress pots. and water tupelo – water- On Sunday, Feb. 6, the Scouts of Troop 692 Nicholas Guerin, (second row) Jake Wohleb, Staff from the district’s loving trees that can thrive in attended morning Mass at St. Luke’s Catholic Nathan Bennett, Joel More, Marcus Hernandez, infrastructure department Clear Brook High School Jr. ROTC students celebrate a job well done after wet conditions. potted the remainder of the volunteering time and muscle power to plant 1,600 tree seedlings at the Har- The district regularly part- Church to observe Scout Sunday and recognize (third row) Armondo Medrano, Toni Izzarelli, seedlings. ners with individuals and the contributions of youth and adults to Scouting. Jeremy Tajonera, Brandon Eifert, Benito Garcia, The tree seedlings are now ris County Flood Control District’s Tree Nursery. Pictured are, left to right, organizations to plant trees The Scouts expressed appreciation for the contin- Isai Arenas, Roberto Rayos, Marcel Guerin, (back a viable part of the stock at the (front row) Ryan Bell (sophomore), Jordan Kerfoot (freshman), Chac Lopez in appropriate places on dis- ued support of the Sagemont community and St. row) Robert Mendoza, Joe Bennett, Fred Trevino, Flood Control District’s tree (junior), (middle row, seated) Jacob Nickell (freshman), Sultan Jaouhari (ju- trict right of way. For more Luke’s as their chartered organization. Pictured Adrian Guerin, Kyle Mamitag, the Rev. James nursery, which provides trees nior), Domonique Gibson (senior), Christian Daniels (freshman), Eric Moreno information on organizing a are, left to right, (front row) Ricky Trevino, Burkart and Darryl Malone. for the district’s tree planting (sophomore), Josef Richard (freshman), (back row, standing) Cheyenne Join- voluntary tree planting, con- Robert Mora, Matthew Malone, Moses Ramos, Photo submitted program. The district plants er (senior), Chase Graves (junior), Ricardo Falcon (junior), Barney Barbier tact the Community Services trees because of their aesthet- (sophomore), Coty Turner (freshman), Gurbin Billatoros (sophomore), Travis Section of the Property Man- ic value, and, once they ma- Cyprien (sophomore) and Jessica McClory (sophomore). agement Department or go to ture, trees greatly reduce the http://www.hcfcd.org/trees. cost of maintaining bayous, html. Dr. Mike McKinney named PISD streams and detention basins. The Flood Control Dis- Trees also help reduce the trict also regularly works to risk of erosion because their rescue trees that otherwise weblike root systems help would be disrupted by bayou 2011 Distinguished Alumnus anchor soil and protect the widening and stormwater de- banks of channels and deten- tention projects by relocating Dr. Mike McKinney, a A&M system provide ad- leadership positions within tion basins. them to other rights of way Sam Rayburn High graduate vanced educational opportu- the UT Health Science sys- Karen Comeaux, the Flood along bayous and detention who went from country doc- nities for more than 120,000 tem, including vice chancel- Control District’s Commu- basins. tor to the highest tiers of state students and last year pro- lor for health affairs and act- nity Services Section leader, In recognition of these government, to chancellor of duced 24,000 graduates. ing dean of the UT Medical said the students’ potting ef- efforts, Trees for Houston one of the world’s largest uni- When appointed by Perry School in Houston. He forts were phenomenal. presented the district with a versity systems, has been in 2006 to lead the A&M sys- became senior executive vice Comeaux said the Clear 2010 Arbor Day Award. named Pasadena Independent tem, McKinney was serving president and chief operating Brook Jr. ROTC group has The Harris County Flood School District’s Distinguish- as senior executive vice presi- officer for the Health Science participated in previous tree Control District builds proj- ed Alumnus for 2011. dent and chief operating offi- Center in September of 2003. seedling potting events, and ects that reduce fl ooding risks McKinney, who graduated cer of the University of Texas Just over three years later, in their repeat performances and damages while consider- from Sam Rayburn in 1969, Health Science Center in November of 2006, he was have lent them expertise. ing the values of the commu- has served as chancellor of Houston. Those positions named chancellor of the “I believe it was their ex- nity and the environment. the Texas A&M University came on the heels of a noted A&M University System. perience that enabled them The Flood Control District system since 2006. He for- career in state government. In 2006, McKinney re- to get the job done, even in oversees more than 2,500 merly served as chief of staff During 2001 and 2002, he ceived the Physician’s Recog- frigid weather conditions,” Clear Brook High School Jr. ROTC students dig into the job of potting 1,600 miles of bayous and streams to Gov. Rick Perry and as a served as Perry’s chief of nition Award from the Amer- Comeaux said. “Last year, tree seedlings at the Harris County Flood Control District’s Tree Nursery. Pic- (about the distance from Los legislator in the Texas House universities, seven state agen- staff. He earlier served four ican Medical Association and some of the same students tured are, left to right, Ryan Bell (sophomore), Chac Lopez (junior), Sultan Angeles to New York City) of Representatives. cies and a health science cen- terms in the Texas House. the Presidential Award of planted 1,100 seedlings. This Jaouhari (junior) and Christian Daniels (freshman). Photos submitted and routinely performs main- He will be honored by ter. During his four-year ten- His public profile includes Merit for Exemplary Service year, the group planted 1,600 tenance projects to repair Pasadena ISD in a ceremony ure, the A&M system has the raising of three children, from the Texas Academy of seedlings with the same num- event in January 2004, and learn how to safely and effi - ish the seedling stock at the bayous and stormwater de- on March 8 at the admini- added two new universities: two of whom, Steve McKin- Family Practice. ber of students.” since then, more than 500 ciently handle seedlings and Flood Control District’s tree tention basins that have expe- stration building. Texas A&M-Central Texas ney and Seth McKinney, were As a state representative, “The students were orga- area high school students have an opportunity to par- nursery. The potted seedlings rienced erosion, slope failure McKinney oversees a uni- and Texas A&M-San Antonio. football standouts at Texas he was selected as one of the nized, energized and knew have helped plant an average ticipate in an event that pro- will grow there throughout and sediment buildup. versity system comprising 11 The 11 universities in the A&M and then in the National 10 best legislators by both what to do,” she said. of 3,000 seedlings per year. motes trees in Harris Coun- the summer, and new tree To learn more about the Football League. His young- Texas Monthly magazine and The district held its inau- This event offers mutually ty. The students’ volunteer plantings will occur during Flood Control District, visit est son, Sean, is a member of The Dallas Morning News. gural tree seedling potting benefi cial rewards. Students efforts also help to replen- planting season (typically hcfcd.org. the Texas A&M Class of The Texas Medical Associa- 2012. tion and the Texas Department McKinney attended Gar- of Commence also recog- dens, Golden Acres and Bailey nized him for work in the elementaries and Southmore legislature. Intermediate. At Sam Rayburn, In 2009, McKinney was he earned multiple letters in awarded the Ashbel Smith football, basketball and base- Distinguished Alumnus Award ball. He served as president of from the UT Medical Branch, 2 HUGE AUCTIONS the National Honor Society the highest alumni honor and was a recipient of the bestowed by the university’s prestigious Jesse H. Jones School of Medicine Alumni Schol-arship for academics. Association. He graduated from the Previous Distinguished University of Houston in Alumnus Award recipients in- Saturday, February 26 1973 and earned his medical clude: 2010 – Rick Schriever, degree from the University of Sam Rayburn, 1973; 2009 – Texas Medical Branch in Dr. Byron Tapley, Pasadena Galveston in 1976. High, 1951; 2008 – James R. McKinney established a Smith, South Houston, 1960; Preview - Friday, February 25 - 4:00 - 9:00 home for his young family in 2007 – Dr. Carlton Horbelt, Centerville, Texas, and prac- Pasadena High, 1973; 2006 – ticed medicine there for 16 Dr. Mary Campbell-Fox, years. In 1984, he was elected Dobie, 1976; 2005 – J. to the Texas House as repre- Michael Solar, Sam Rayburn, LIVE AUCTION No Job Too Small! sentative for Leon, Madison, 1971; 2004 – Dr. Paul SILENT AUCTION Grimes, Houston and Mont- Zanowiak, South Houston, gomery counties. He served 1965; 2003 – Martin as speaker pro-tempore of the Cominsky, Pasadena High, 9:00 - 3:00 4:00 House from 1989 to 1990. 1976; 2002 – Dr. Bill Allen, Featuring items not available in the Silent Auction In 1995, during George W. Pasadena High, 1951; 2001 – Call For Information Bush’s first term as governor, Bill Shock, Pasadena High, McKinney was appointed by 1954; 2000 – Ben Meador, No Job Too Small! Bush as commissioner for the Pasadena High, 1957; 1999 – Texas Department of Health Bill McMillin, Pasadena and Human Services. In that High, 1958; 1998 – Robert role, he oversaw 11 state Smith, Pasadena High, 1971; Sagemont Church - Main Campus agencies, a staff of 64,000 1997 – Larry Forehand, and a budget of $24 billion. Pasadena High, 1962; and 11300 S. Sam Houston Pkwy E. • Houston, Texas 77089 After serving as Perry’s 1996 – Jonah Boyd, Pasadena chief of staff, he accepted High, 1955. 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By Matt Griesmyer and raised him, and I didn’t A man who moved away want to cause any problems WELCOME TO THE WORLD McCOY! The following personnel and staff mem- Blow out the birthday candles for Rodney from his hometown years ago in their lives,” Holmes said. “I Longtime Sagemont residents grandma bers of the Pasadena Independent School Martin Feb. 26. Shay Woodruff has a birth- only to return later in his life may be the biological father, Linda and grandpa Bill Botkin are happy District celebrate birthdays Feb. 24 through day Feb. 28. Wishes for a wonderful birthday fi nds out that he has a son. but they were his parents.” to announce the birth of a new grandson, March 2. are sent to Cynthia Lozano March 2. That might sound like the plot Holmes eventually changed McCoy Freeland Botkin. He was born on Burnett Elementary Thompson Intermediate to a Hollywood movie, but it his mind over the course of a Jan. 20 and weighed 7 lbs. Proud parents are Blow out the birthday candles for Frances Enjoying a birthday Feb. 24 is Carol is something that is happen- year after his call from the Pearland residents Lance and Lori Botkin. Rivera Feb. 24. Thacker. The day for a cake for John Fowler ing in real life for Edward intermediary. When he came Big sisters Bailey and Macey and big brother Moore Elementary is Feb. 25. March 1 is the day for a party for Holmes. to the changed conclusion, Bryce welcome him to the family. McCoy was Birthday greetings are sent to Leah Laredo Katina Kirk. Holmes, who prefers to though, he realized that he named after his great-grandfathers Freeland Feb. 25. Feb. 28 is the day for a party for Dobie High go by Sherman, moved away did not have a way of get- Charles Botkin and Mack McCoy. Adriana Ramirez. Priscilla Nguyen-Vu has Three cheers for a happy birthday are from the South Belt area when ting back in contact with the HAPPY 9TH BIRTHDAY BRAYDEN a birthday Feb. 29. sent to Donna Hawkins, Wendy Sharpless it was still young, now lives intermediary. He did not have Brayden Espinosa will turn 9 years old Melillo Middle School and Tamalar Whiting Feb. 24. Blow out the on the north side of Houston. a return address, name of the Tuesday, March 1. Lots of wishes for a won- The day for a cake for Rosa Salinas is Feb. birthday candles for Bradley Nguyen Feb. 25. About a year ago, Holmes re- person he spoke to, the agen- derful birthday are sent from proud grandpar- 25. David Chollett and Zoila Salazar are wished ceived a call from an interme- cy he was with or even a last ents Jannie and Robert Scarberry of South Morris Middle School a happy birthday Feb. 28. March 1 is the day diary trying to reach him. name for his son. Belt; mom Jenny and sister Baylee; uncle Sharing a birthday Feb. 26 are Regina for a double birthday surprise for Jason Roth “When I was contacted, I “I went down to St. Jo- Tyler; aunt Stacey, uncle Stephen and cous- Richardson and Anna Willis. Wishes for a and Ozmel Tovias. was told that I had a son who seph’s Hospital and tried ins Kennedy and Owen Flowers; uncle Joey wonderful birthday are sent to Irma Garcia LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS was born at St. Joseph’s Hos- to get any information that and aunt Nyssa Hayes; and uncle Austin, Feb. 27. On March 2, Mary Garcia enjoys a E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, con- pital and that he wanted to might help,” Holmes said. aunt Nicole and cousin Jade Scarberry. birthday. gratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltlead contact me, and they wanted “The records were private Brayden’s mom is a 1997 Dobie High School Beverly Hills Intermediate er.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items to know if I would agree to though and they couldn’t give grad. Double birthday greetings are sent to must be submitted by Friday noon for the next it,” Holmes said. “I asked the any information out.” SCHOOL DAZE Michael Arroyo and Gary Warner Feb. 25. week’s publication. agency to give me a call in All Holmes has to go on is about a week to give me time a comment that the interme- to think about it. In the mean- diary gave him and names on time I was sent pictures and the photographs. He was told a general information sheet that his son lived in the Sage- Lariaettes select telling me what I heard over mont area, and the names on the phone. I found out that his the photographs were Kyle, mother gave him up for adop- Brandon and Diane. tion, and he was adopted by a With only three fi rst Royal Court family who raised him.” names, no last name, no The information that Hol- name of parents, information mes received was surprising on his address or any other The J. Frank Dobie Lariaettes recently to him. Until that point, he indentifying facts, Holmes is Lexee Miller, fourth-grader at Burnett Elemen- held their annual Royal Ball at Brady’s had not known of his son. At seeking any and all help that tary, read books and raised $234 for the March Landing. Each year, the girls nominate that time, he made the deci- might assist in his effort. of Dimes through the Reading Champions pro- teammates for the Royal Ball Court. At sion to not allow contact. If someone has any infor- left, the following girls were crowned “I thought that he has a mation, contact him at 713- gram. She was the top fundraiser for the school family that adopted him, loved 447-2325. and was presented a plaque and gold medal. in each of their respective classes as the Photo submitted top 2011 Royal Ball Court recipients – sophomore Duchess Samantha Green, Brown honored at UHCL junior Princess Kameko Bryant and se- University of Houston-Clear receive a $50 cash prize. nior Queen Aracely Perez. Below are, left Lake’s Office of the Dean of “It is always a good feel- 281-948-1345 Students Staff Assistant Kay ing to be recognized for the 8420 Almeda Genoa/Monroe Rd. to right, sophomore Amanda Palacios, AMA Dance, Etc. Brown was named Support work we do,” said Brown. Dance Team Registration! sophomore Samantha Green, sophomore Staff Association Employee For more information Ages 4-10-Mon. @ 6:15 p.m. Denise Ma, junior Karena Duran, junior of the Quarter. 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The fi ve-member Texas in business. 1 year ago (2010) 281-481-0909 Water Commission voted Pearland City Council Police arrested a suspect unanimously to approve for- offi cially adopted the recent at the Scarsdale Park WILLS & PROBATE INJURY CASES Let mation of Municipal Utility road study that recommend- Apartments in the 11800 District 192 to be developed ed the connection of Yost block of Algonquin for the BUSINESS & COMMERCIAL OIL & GAS by Ayrshire Corporation. and Scarsdale boulevards. killing of Texas City resi- LICENSED BY TEXAS SUPREME COURT Three brothers, all South Drill James “DJ” Purifoy, dent Teresa Marie Wright. www.walkerlaw.com Belt area residents, were 18, was killed in a Galves- Gifford “JJ” Johnson III, a 10909 Sabo, Suite 120, Houston, Texas 281-481-0909 South Belt charged with a total of 34 ton hit-and-run accident 35-year-old La Marque res- counts of theft resulting after attending Mardi Gras ident, was reportedly dating from alleged schemes to festivities. Wright at the time of the receive compensation from 5 years ago (2006) incident. Texas City police insurance companies based Boundaries for two new reported that Wright was Graphics & Printing on phony illnesses. PISD schools were ready to strangled to death in her South Belt 20 years ago (1991) be announced. Laura Bush home while her three chil- The Dobie High School Elementary would relieve dren were asleep. Wright’s Academic Decathlon team overcrowding at Jessup El- body was discovered the Graphics & Printing won second place in state ementary. Rick Schneider following morning at rough- help you with all your competition, losing out to Middle School, specifi - ly 11 a.m. by her 15-year- the fi rst-place winner by cally designed for fi fth- and old daughter. IIt'st's ttimeime ttoo oorderrder only 500 points. sixth-graders, would acco- Police initially found no printing needs. South Belt resident modate fi fth-graders from evidence of foul play, but Sandra Sanchez delivered Jessup, Freeman, Matthys the Galveston County GGraduationraduation IInvitations!nvitations! young Jack Anthony while and South Houston inter- Medical Examiner’s Offi ce dad Keith Sanchez coached mediates. concluded her death was a and listened over the tele- Houston City Coun- homicide after fi nding evi- phone from the desert of cilmember Addie Wiseman dence of strangulation. Act now and beat the rush! Saudi Arabia. discussed several projects There were no signs of 11555 Beamer 15 years ago (1996) affecting the South Belt forced entry, prompting Sycamore Valley homes in the annual Capital Im- police to suspect she knew CCallall FForor IInformationnformation began automated trash pick- provement Plan meeting. her attacker. Wright, 33, 281-484-4337 up. Among the projects was the was enrolled in the Police Former San Jacinto completion of the Sagemont Academy at College of the College Board of Regents Pool (which opened Memo- Mainland in Texas City and member Charles Ray Ogden rial Day weekend in 2006). was set to graduate in May. 281-484-4337 Thursday, February 24, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 HCMGA events set for March Bradley graduates Green Thumb Society, will speak on The the working and demonstra- BHI, Thompson students perform Gardening Series Rose – America's True Native. tion gardens maintained by the Dr. Carol Brouwer, Harris The journey will take attend- Harris County Master County extension agent for ees from the American roses of Gardeners at Precinct 2. This is in Region XIX Orchestra Concert horticulture, and Karen Bren- prehistoric times through the a good chance to see how the eman, Harris County Master impact of roses on the lives of garden is recovering after the Recently, students from Gardener, will present the pro- American Indians, the first harsh winter. There’s always Beverly Hills and Thompson gram, Great Plants for Hous- explorers and early settlers. something new happening intermediate schools per- ton. The program will be held They will see some of the first in the garden. formed in the Texas Music Tuesday, March 8, from 6:30 fossils of prehistoric roses and Master Gardeners will be Educators Association Region to 9 p.m. in the meeting room learn and see in photos the on hand to answer gardening XIX Orchestra Concert. at Clear Lake Park (on the lake wild roses native to America. questions during this free This region consists of all side), 5001 NASA Parkway in This lecture is free and open to event. Children are welcome orchestra students in grades Seabrook. These lectures are the public. but must be accompanied by 6-8 of Pasadena, Deer Park, free and open to the public. It will be held Wednesday, an adult at all times. Humble and La Porte inde- For more information, visit March 16, at 10 a.m. in the Open Garden Day is set for pendent school districts, as the website at http://harris-tx. Meeting Room at Clear Lake Monday, March 21, from 9 to well as any private schools in tamu.edu/hort/greenthumb. Park (on the lakeside), 5001 10:30 a.m. at Genoa Friendship the area; about 20 eligible htm. NASA Parkway in Seabrook. Garden, 1202 Genoa Red Bluff schools. The region orchestra Master Gardener For more information, visit in Houston. is an all-star group of the best Lecture Series http://harris-tx.tamu.edu/hort. For more information, visit players from these schools, Gaye Hammond, past pres- Open Garden Day the HCMGA website at http:// rehearsed and conducted in a ident of the Houston Rose The public is invited to tour harris-tx.tamu.edu/hort. performance by nationally recognized conductors. These students auditioned along with thousands of other AARP elects officers for 2011 students who play in their respective school orchestras. Thompson’s students set a new record of 23 students passing the audition. Beverly Hills had 28 string players and six wind players. The students’ introduction to the audition music started in May of the previous school E-2 Emerson Rogers Bradley recently graduated year. Students were expected from basic training in the U.S. Navy at Naval to practice the region etudes over the summer, and stu- Station Great Lakes in Illinois. Bradley, 19, is dents rehearsed with the currently receiving specialized training at the director for two hours each Dam Neck Fleet Training Center in Virginia week until the beginning of Beach. He attended Meador Elementary and the school year. Beverly Hills Intermediate. He is a 2009 graduate Since August, students of Dobie High School, where he was a member of met before or after school for the academic decathlon team, FFA, and was eight weeks, once a week for voted Class Favorite. He is the son of Tiana Rogers 50 minutes, in one of five of South Belt. Photo submitted section rehearsals on their respective instruments. Their Orchestra and band members of Region XIX Orchestra from Beverly Hills expectation was to practice and Thompson intermediates are, left to right, (front row) Albert Luu (BHI), 30 minutes per day, six days Marcela Reina (BHI), Heidi Tran (BHI), Jessica Cortez (BHI), Allen Flores per week or more, until their (BHI), (second row) Israel Martinez (GAT), Taylor Nguyen (GAT), Adolfo HHappyappy Anniversary,Anniversary, audition music was mas- Gracia (BHI), Angelica de Jesus (BHI), Angela Rosales (BHI), (third row) tered. Charish Williams (GAT), Phuong Pham (GAT), Elissa Nguyen (BHI), Alexis GGussy!ussy! The students are directed Rodriguez (BHI), Catherine Thai (BHI), (fourth row) Nancy Nguyen (GAT), by Ana Payne and Sandra Shaffer (Beverly Hills), Mark Wesley Dawson (GAT), Princess Villanueva (BHI), Nhu Nguyen (BHI), (fi fth I LoveLove You!You! AARP Chapter 4341 recently elected its 2011 officers. They are, left to right, Varian (Thompson) in orches- row) Michelle Hoang (GAT), Nicollette Lopez (BHI), Abigail Benavides Betty Kinnison, treasurer; Jack Kestler, president; Terry Fechner, secre- tra, and Albert Lo and Wes (BHI), Jocelyn Pena (BHI), (sixth row) Jordan Moreno (GAT), Andres Del- tary; and Barbara Dillon, vice-president. Photo submitted Hardy (Beverly Hills), gado (BHI), Isaiah Monzanales (BHI), (seventh row) Ben Coronado (GAT), ~ Karma Deborah Hirsch (Thompson) Celeste Briones (GAT), (eighth row) Celina Rabe (GAT). Giaan Nguyen in band. (GAT), Tyson Salinas (BHI), Carlos Borri (BHI), (ninth row) Alondra Ar- Angela Badon and James riaga (BHI), Taylor Bainter (BHI), (tenth row) David Cruz (GAT), Jordan Concert scheduled in memory Smith of Melillo Middle Jimenez (GAT), Victoria Blackmon (BHI), Carlos Rodriguez (BHI), (elev- School, and Michelle Ham, Alice McCoy and Paul Busby enth row) Cristian Ascencio (GAT), Alan Phan (GAT), Kiyah Brooks (BHI), of late SJC professor Wilkins instilled the habit of excel- Alyssa Sandoval (BHI), (back row) Vinh Tran (GAT), Kevin Nguyen (GAT), lence in these students since Ruben Vargas (BHI), Isaias Gonzalez (BHI) and Vincent Gonzales (BHI). In memory of longtime Joyful Ringers, also of First College Foundation in Wil- fifth- and sixth-grade. Photo submitted San Jacinto College music Presbyterian under the direc- kins’ honor to support music professor Noel Wilkins, a tion of Dr. Martha Braswell. majors at the Central cam- scholarship concert will be Wilkins served as a pro- pus. held on Sunday, Feb. 27, at fessor at SJC Central for 35 The Noel Wilkins Schol- First Presbyterian Church in years, teaching various sub- arship Concert is free to the Eagerly awaiting checkups Pasadena. jects within the music depart- public; audience members FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU MAR 3 The concert begins at 3 ment, including piano, organ, will have an opportunity to NEW ENROLLMENTS ONLY • WWW.MSJANETS.COM p.m. and will feature the music literature, and funda- donate to the scholarship combined choirs of SJC mentals of music. fund. Child Care & Learning Center Central under the direction of After his death in 2006, a First Presbyterian Church Dr. Paul Busselberg, the brass memorial scholarship was set is located at 4647 Preston Ms. Janet’s Children of the Future ensemble under the direction up through the San Jacinto Ave. in Pasadena. Monday - Friday 6 a.m. - 6:30 p.m. of Karen Marston, Noel 6 wks - 23 mos. $110 a week Wilkins Scholarship student 2 yrs. old $100 a week Zach Golden, the Sanctuary Hobby Lions Club to meet 3 yrs. old & up $ 90 a week Choir of First Presbyterian Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club will meet Wednesday, Church under the direction of March 2, at 11:30 a.m. at the Golden Corral at Fuqua and Large Play Room, Breakfast/Snack, Hot Lunches, Dance, Library & Computer Room Marilyn Wilkins, and the I-45. For information, call Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531. Ms. Janet’s is providing pick-up service from WEBER & PASADENA SCHOOLS including MELILLO & MORRIS middle schools and South Belt Elementary. FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO REGISTER CALL 281-484-2376 281-464-2366 Happy 9th Birthday 11590 HUGHES RD. @ BW8 12490 SCARSDALE BLVD. Brayden Maxwell March 1, 2011 John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. Orthodontist 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer • Braces Without Tooth Removal • Headgear NOT Required Stuchbery Elementary students wait to have their ears and eyes checked by the school nurse, a routine procedure for all students. Pictured are, left to right, (front) Phil Rivera, (second row) Jalen Thomas, Adrian Longoria, • Insurance Assignment Accepted (third row) Cameron Darjean, Ivan Mariscal, Nurse Anita Guerrero, and (back row) Raul Reyes. The boys are all students in Susan Hall’s kindergar- ten class. 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The Catholic Community of This Sunday: ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST Rev. James Burkart, Pastor Rev. Fraser’s Farewell New Covenant Rev. Thomas Puthusseril, Parochial Vicar Worship Service at 10 a.m. Attend the 11011 Hall Rd. Houston, TX 77089 (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Farewell “Roast” at 5 p.m. Christian Church UPDATE www.stlukescatholic.com incl. Pot Luck Supper LITURGY SCHEDULE 10603 Blackhawk Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. Kirkwood South Christian Church 281-484-4230 Church of Your Choice Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. Where God Makes Lives Better Sunday 1:00 p.m. Misa en Espanol 10811 Kirkfair (At Beamer) Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. KSCchurch.org We’ve Enlarged Our Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. Day Care Facilities Sunday School 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated 281-481-0004 or 713-444-0044 The Fountain (Contemporary) 5 p.m. Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 6 to 7 p.m Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. Sunday School - 9 a.m. Parish Office 281-481-6816 Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Worship for Everyone - 10 a.m. WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Sunday Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 Listen to our Minister’s messages at www.KSCchurch.org Wednesday St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. youth, children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, “HABITAT” HAPPENS! Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. Cokesbury United Methodist Church widowed. Youth Events on Fridays - 6:30 p.m. Nursery Available at all Services 281-484-9243 • 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, February 24, 2011 Pasadena ISD, HARC, Ignite Solar San Jac to offer mammography course mark startup of solar rooftop project With approximately 12,000 “Unfortunately I do know new cases of invasive breast people that have been af- The Houston Advanced and scientists, gaining fi rst- Guest speakers from the used to sustain our fragile en- cancer in Texas reported fected by breast cancer,” Research Center, in partner- hand knowledge about the funding organizations includ- vironment. Our students will each year by the American said Garcia. “My aunt was ship with the Pasadena Inde- function and benefi ts of three ed Luke Metzger, director of perform real world experi- Cancer Society, the demand diagnosed with breast can- pendent School District and unique, innovative solar tech- Environment Texas, and Ken ments with the data that we increases for specialized cer two years ago. I can’t say Ignite Solar, LLC, recently nologies. Kramer, director of the Lone collect from the solar arrays. I technologists trained in this completely infl uenced announced that construction is Funding for the solar initia- Star Chapter of the Sierra know of no other district that is mammography. my decision to enroll in the complete for three solar instal- tive was made pursuant to the Club. providing this type of experi- lations totaling approximately settlement of a Clean Air Act Guests viewed a short so- ence.” Registered radiologic tech- course because it’s some- 145 kilowatts of energy at Sam enforcement suit brought by lar project highlights video About HARC nologists, who are interest- thing I had already thought Rayburn and South Houston Environment Texas and the Si- and visited information booths Founded in 1983, the ed in specializing in breast about, but it did make the high schools. erra Club. Sam Rayburn High about the technologies, educa- Houston Advanced Research imaging, may now enroll in decision that much easier. I The installed systems are School later received funding tion and outreach, project part- Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofi t the new mammography for strongly believe early detec- expected to save the district from the State Energy Conser- ners, and sponsors. The event institution located in The continuing education course tion is key.” approximately $15,000 annu- vation Offi ce to demonstrate concluded with tours of the so- Woodlands, Texas. HARC's offered at San Jacinto Col- Like many students in ally in energy usage and will two additional solar technolo- lar awning, inverter room and founder George P. Mitchell lege. the course, Garcia already serve as a real-world labora- gies. education kiosk. has been a leading advocate of This course provides reg- works as a radiologic tech- tory showcasing solar energy To celebrate the construc- “We are excited to be part sustainable development, the istered technologists with nologist at Bayshore Medi- for students. tion completion of the fi rst of this multi-faceted project philosophy that seeks balance 48 hours of continuing cal Center. Her classmate, The Pasadena ISD Solar Phase of the project, HARC, and look forward to sharing all between human well-being education and 160 hours of Stacey Sikes, works at St. Initiative, formally the East PISD and Ignite Solar hosted aspects with the community as and the preservation of earth’s clinical experience, which Luke’s Episcopal Hospital Harris County Solar Pilot a ribbon-cutting ceremony we continue to develop educa- natural systems for the future. makes them eligible to take and said she has been wait- Program, began as a two-year and press conference Tuesday, tional and outreach activities,” About PISD the American Registry of ing for an opportunity to project managed by HARC, Feb. 15, at Sam Rayburn High said Lizabeth Price, research With a growing enrollment Radiologic Technologist, return to school for mam- demonstrating the viability and School in Pasadena. Speakers associate at HARC and project of more than 52,000 students, mammography exam. Par- mography certifi cation. Liza Velasquez (center), San Jacinto College mammography coordinator, effi ciency of solar electric sys- included Dr. Richard Haut, manager for the installation. Pasadena ISD is an exceptional ticipants who successfully “I have been waiting for a demonstrates the use of mammography equipment for students Janet Garcia tems used to produce electric- senior research scientist at HARC contracted with district with 18 schools receiv- complete the exam will add long time to see if they were (left) and Stacey Sikes (right). Both Garcia and Sikes are registered radio- ity in the Houston area. HARC; Dr. Kirk Lewis, PISD Ignite Solar, LLC, a Houston- ing exemplary ratings from the registered mammographer going to create a course for logic technologists who went back to school to complete the college’s new As part of the initiative, stu- superintendent; and Peter based company that specializ- Texas Education Agency and to their credentials. this modality,” said Sikes. mammography for continuing education course. dents at the two high schools Mathey, CEO and president of es in the design of commercial 17 attaining recognized status Former medical radiog- “I’m really excited San Ja- Photo by Jeannie Peng-Armao will work alongside engineers Ignite Solar. and large-scale solar photo- for their performance on the raphy student Janet Garcia cinto College decided to voltaic projects, to provide the Texas Assessment of Knowl- said both professional and start this certifi cation.” technologists is expected to competitive and valued in ment and quality assur- comprehensive turnkey solar edge and Skills test. Since the personal reasons played a Those with knowledge increase by about 17 per- the health care community.” ance, technique and image Tender Touch Day Care and Pre School system and Broaddus & Asso- fi rst classes began in 1898, role when considering this of more than one diagnostic cent by 2018, faster than the Velasquez said the 16- evaluation, pathology, and Open 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. • State Certifi ed ciates to provide construction- PISD’s vision has been to cre- particular area of study. imaging procedure, such as average for all occupations. week course covers the special procedures of breast site management services. ate an environment that fosters “Employment opportu- history of mammography, imaging. FREE REGISTRATION • OPEN ENROLLMENT Ignite Solar subcontracted Witnessing a family mem- mammography, will have learning to prepare students nities will increase for these role of a mammographer, Students will also be as- with Houston-based American ber’s experience with breast the best employment op- for future success. individuals,” said Liza Ve- anatomy and physiology, signed to various hospitals • Before & After School Care Electric Technologies, Inc. for About Ignite Solar cancer affi rmed her decision portunities, according to the lasquez, SJC mammography positioning of the breast and in the Houston area for their • Qualified Teachers power distribution, converter Ignite Solar, LLC, devel- to pursue the mammography Bureau of Labor Statistics. course this semester. Employment of radiologic coordinator. “This course is specialized views, equip- clinical rotations. • Low Child/Teacher Ratio systems and coordination and ops medium- to large-scale so- • Nutritional Meals implementation of the web- lar photovoltaic (PV) projects based interaction for students, and manufactures tracking and • Fun & Field Trips as well as Tecta Solar and CEI fi xed mounting systems. Ig- Roofi ng for the solar module nite Solar is based in Houston 10904 Scarsdale Blvd. Ste. 300 and racking installation. and promotes PV educational Cabaret at San Jac South March 9-13 Houston, TX 77089 “We designed the system 281-484-3800 outreach and sustainability The San Jacinto College by Joe Masteroff, lyrics by Sunday, March 9 through cabaret. are 8 p.m. on Wednesday, with students in mind, maxi- through dynamic, technology South Fine Arts Department Fred Ebb and music by John March 13. Liz Lacy will be Memorable songs such March 9, through Saturday, mizing learning opportunities, forward projects and initia- Cabaret Willkommen Don’t Tell and providing meaningful tives. will present – book Kander – Wednesday through directing. as , March 12, with a matinee GGrandrand examples to assist in the pro- It’s the end of the Roar- Mama, and Money provide performance at 2 p.m. on motion of solar development ing ’20s. An aspiring writer wry commentary on the fl ot- Sunday, March 13. Doors in the Houston environment,” named Cliff Bradshaw has sam and jetsam of a doomed open 30 minutes prior to cur- OOpeningpening Mathey said. "This project is Cody traveled to Berlin in search of society. As Cliff and Sally tain. 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PISD administration and school’s annual Jump staff are incorporating the so- Rope for Heart event. lar technology education into Cody was also joined by their curriculum. Lewis noted Junction Jack from the Life’s Little Blessings Daycare that “the knowledge and skills students will gain through Houston Astros, Buddy 7713-910-080013-910-0800 these experiences will lead to and Redi Clinic Runny more career pathways and pro- Nose from H-E-B, and vide more advanced learning opportunities. These lessons Louie the Longhorn will help them succeed in to- and the Dobie High day’s global society.” School cheerleaders. Grace Blasingame, science content specialist, said, “This Photo by Amanda Castaneda as Sally (left) and Andres Greaber as Cliff start up a pas- project allows our students sionate affair in the upcoming performance of Cabaret in the proscenium the- and community to learn about Andrea Vasquez solar energy and how it can be atre of the Marie Spence Flickinger Fine Arts Building at San Jacinto College South campus March 9-13. TThehe CCommunityommunity PProfilerofile iiss BBackack iinn 22011!011! South Belt-Ellington Leader is pleased to announce the return of the annual pull-out Special Community Profi le Edition featuring local businesses and community information. By participating in this edition, you get more bang for your buck as area residents often keep this issue to refer back to the ads and important information it contains.

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Defending Pasadena In- volleyball and boys’ and The local high school son. season at 8-6. tory, ending the Wolverines’ then went against Fort dependent School District girls’ basketball seasons basketball season came Clear Brook’s journey To decide the district’s season. The game was tight Bend Travis in the bidis- Cup champion Beverly complete, the Bears lead PISD Cup two steps closer to com- through the playoffs actu- fourth playoff seed, Clear the entire way. Fred Rich- trict round of the playoffs, Hills is holding a slim lead Thompson by 23 points and pletion after the varsity ally ended before it began. Brook and Clear Lake went ardson led the Wolverines losing 66-62. over its nine competitors as third-place Bondy by nearly Intermediate School Standings boys’ team at Clear Brook The Wolverines fi nished head-to-head Feb. 18, at with 17 points, and Spencer Clear Brook head the spring athletics season 30. and the Dobie varsity in a fourth-place tie in Dis- Clear Creek. Bowman had 10 points in coach Jason Pillow commences. PISD athletic department girls’ squad were elimi- trict 24-5A with Clear Lake Clear Lake emerged from his fi nal high school game. watched as seven of his According to Cup rules, offi cials will wait for the Beverly Hills 135.3 nated from the postsea- after both teams ended the the game with a 41-36 vic- For its win, Clear Lake players took part in their schools are awarded points cross country and track and fi nal game. based on team fi nish in each fi eld seasons to end before However, Richardson of the team sports. determining a champion for Thompson 112.3 and Chris Campbell, the With the football, girls’ the 2010-2011 school year. team’s top two leading Bondy 106.8 scorers from this season, will be back to lead the way for 2011-2012. Sports news, notes Southmore 103.3 The Dobie varsity girls’ team is also fi nished Rising Stars track sign up Queens 91 for the season after suf- fering a 64-48 loss to Fort The Rising Stars youth track and fi eld club will Bend Elkins. host a fi nal registration Saturday, Feb. 26, from noon Dobie, which defeated to 2 p.m. at Dobie High School. A practice will also San Jacinto 90 La Porte in the fi rst round be held in conjunction with the registration session. of the playoffs, battled The season will get under way soon. For more infor- Miller 87.75 21-5A champion Elkins mation about the Rising Stars’ program, contact head to a draw in the fi rst half coach Ivory Kimble at 832-561-1248, assistant coach as the Knights led 33-31 Erica Davis at 832-830-5029 or assistant coach Don- Park View 79.75 at the half. ald Walker at 832-283-7945. Those interested in other But the beginning of team information may also visit the team website at the end for Dobie came in www.sportata.com/risingstars. South Houston 48.75 the third quarter as Elkins outscored the Lady Long- 9U-12U select baseball tryouts Jackson 29.25 horns 19-8 in the quarter The Nightmare Amateur Sports 9-12-under select Sports included: football, volleyball and to lead 52-39 entering the baseball program will host tryouts for its team this fi nal eight minutes. month. The team will compete in the United States boys’ and girls’ basketball. Dobie has now ad- Specialty Sports Association, Nations, Amateur Ath- vanced to the area playoff letic Union, open division and Global Sports tourna- round in each of the past ments. The Nightmare will have a partial sponsorship, two seasons. The Lady which will keep player tournament fees low. To set PISD youth tennis Longhorns defeated La an appointment for a tryout, contact coach Terrance Porte 42-41 in this sea- Small at 832-212-3543. son’s fi rst round of the playoffs. BAFL Dolphins host sign-up to teach net skills Like the Clear Brook The Southbelt Dolphins of the Bay Area Foot- The Pasadena Inde- entry form from their physi- boys, the Dobie girls will ball League will host registration for returning pendent School District is cal education instructor at also lose seven seniors players Saturday, March 5, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., slated to begin its Scoop It school. Cost of the program from this year’s squad, at El Franco Lee Park near the Sagemont-Beverly Up Quick Start youth tennis is $25, which includes a including Darien Price, Hills Little League facility. A $75 deposit will be program across the area. racket, T-shirt and water Derika Thomas, Chel- required in order for the returning players to secure Students attending the bottle along with the les- sea Rodriguez, Aduago their spot for the 2011 season. Those who register second through sixth grades sons. Aaron, Carissa Buentello, are eligible to take part in Student pick-up packet will be fi tted for their uniform during the session. Melissa Knight and Al- the program. date is Saturday, April 2, yssa Rodriguez. The program, designed from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., However, head coach BAFL Rams to barbecue to help get the district’s at Phillips Field House in Shane Brown has building The Ellington Rams of the Bay Area Football young students involved in Pasadena. blocks in place for next League will host a fundraiser barbecue Saturday, the game of tennis at an ear- The lesson dates include season, including Gaston, ly age, will be taught by a April 3, April 10, April 17 Clear Brook varsity boys’ basketball coach Jason Pil- Shanequa Gaston scored 13 points for Dobie’s varsity the team’s leading scorer, Feb. 26, at the Discount Tire location at 10250 low guided his team to a four-game winning streak to girls’ basketball team, but a 19-8 third-quarter push by Almeda-Genoa Road. Members of the Rams’ board variety of qualifi ed instruc- and May 1. Each of the les- and Jazmin Guerrero. tors at each of the district’s sons will run from 1 to 2:15 close the regular season, but the Wolverines missed Elkins allowed the Knights to take a 64-48 victory in an The team will also re- of directors and the coaching staff will prepare the playoffs after dropping a fourth-place play-in area round playoff game Feb. 18 at Clear Brook. plates for purchase, and donations are welcome. fi ve high schools as well as p.m. For additional infor- turn Kate Inchun, Dan- Beverly Hills Intermediate. game, 41-36 to Clear Lake. Photos by John Bechtle The event will be held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Funds mation, call Joey Pena at ielle Crawford and Nyla Students may pick up an 832-788-4040. raised will be used to cover team costs for the up- coming 2011 season. San Jacinto softball drops three of four PISD cross country Lady Bears, Thompson run well Sports Calendar The Pasadena Indepen- Mercedys Olguin (54th at scored for the Lady Lions dent School District’s inter- 16:11.69). as she was 31st in a time of SOCCER mediate level cross country The Lady Bears’ other 15:21.67. Thursday, Feb. 24 season began Feb. 16, at fi nishers included Ja- Desiree Johnson placed Dobie JV White boys hosts South Houston, Dobie, 4:00 Sam Rayburn High School. clyn Oden-Peace (55th at 64th in a time of 16:27.61, Dobie JV (B) girls at Deer Park, 4:00 Bondy captured both 16:13.49), Kianna Zermeno and Raquel DelaGarza was girls’ divisions to highlight (60th at 16:22.11), Clarissa 81st in a time of 17:05.91. Friday, Feb. 25 the events over the two-mile Moreno (68th at 16:29.56), Thompson’s fi fth scorer Brook varsity girls host Alvin, 7:00 course. Lyly Nguyen (69th at was A’yuana Bradford, Brook varsity boys at Alvin, 7:00 Locally, the Beverly Hills 16:30.07), Tina Nguyen who was 89th in a time of and Thompson seventh- and (82nd at 17:10.70), Tanya 17:43.04. Dobie varsity boys at Deer Park, Abshire, 7:00 eighth-grade teams both ran Ho (83rd at 17:16.47), Others who competed Brook JV girls host Alvin, 5:00 well. Christen Dryden (87th at for the Lady Lions in the Brook JV boys at Alvin, 5:00 BHI 8s run fi fth 17:30.95), Virginia Soto opening meet of the season Dobie JV boys at Deer Park, Abshire, 5:00 Behind Mariah Escobar’s (17:42.70), and Malyn were Michelle SanMiguel fourth-place fi nish at 13 Nunez (115th at 22:06.51). (97th at 18:18.21), Cybelle Saturday, Feb. 26 minutes, 36.73 seconds, the Thompson 8s go 8th Cerda (100th at 18:50.89), Dobie varsity girls host Deer Park, Newcomb, 10 a.m. Lady Bears claimed fi fth in The Lady Lions’ eighth- Ashley McDonald (103rd Dobie JV boys White hosts North Shore, Dobie, 10 a.m. the meet. grade team eventually fi n- at 19:29.91), Maria Mejia- Dobie JV (A) girls host Deer Park, Auxiliary, 10 a.m. Erica Romero was 14th ished eighth in the fi rst meet Ortiz (104th at 19:29.91), Dobie JV (B) girls at Pearland, 10 a.m. for the Lady Bears, earn- of the season. Alexis Corpus (106th at ing a time of 14:38.68. The In the 27th spot, Emily 19:33.88), Adriana Resen- Monday, Feb. 28 team’s other scorers includ- Wolfe was the team’s top dez (107th at 19:39.43), Dobie varsity boys vs. Pasadena, Newcomb, 4:00 ed Alondra Arriaga (30th at runner as she posted a time Sahari Gomez (108th at Dobie varsity girls vs. Pasadena, Auxiliary, 4:00 15:16.27), Jacquelyn Villar- of 15:12.56. 19:42.16) and Alyssa Gon- real (44th at 15:48.16) and Valerie Colunga also zales (110th at 20:19.68). Tuesday, March 1 Brook varsity boys host Clear Creek, 7:00 Brook varsity girls at Clear Creek, 7:00 Beverly Hills, Thompson open Brook JV boys host Clear Creek, 5:00 Brook JV girls at Clear Creek, 5:00 cross country running season SOFTBALL Thursday, Feb. 24 The Pasadena Indepen- 14:37). rez was 43rd at 13:05. Lions’ 7s are 6th Brook varsity hosts Santa Fe, 11 a.m. dent School District’s inter- At 45th, Carlos Martinez mediate level cross country Thompson’s seventh- and his time of 13:07 led the Dobie varsity vs. Santa Fe, at Clear Brook, 1:00 San Jacinto College sophomore softball player Lan- season began Feb. 16, at grade boys’ team wound up other Lions’ fi nishers. Oth- Dobie varsity vs. Columbia, at Clear Brook, 3:00 cinto defeated Texarkana 9-2 but then scored just six dyn Myers (above), head coach Kelly Saenz (right) Sam Rayburn High School. sixth overall as a team as ers included Alex Martinez Brook varsity hosts Columbia, 5:00 runs in losses to host McLennan and Temple, twice. and the rest of the Coyotes are looking to get back At 9-4 overall, the Coyotes played Navarro Feb. 23, San Jacinto won both Tyson Thompson captured (53rd at 13:21), Zach Blue on track after dropping three of four games at the after press time. The team travels to the Temple tour- of the boys’ team competi- third overall (12:17) to lead (55th at 13:23), Kyler Scott Friday, Feb. 25 McLennan tournament in Waco Feb. 19-20. San Ja- nament Feb. 25-26. tions, and Bondy captured the way. (57th at 13:26), Jeff Tyler Brook varsity hosts La Porte, 11 a.m. both girls’ divisions. Along After Thompson, the Li- (70th at 13:45), Joe Lopez Dobie varsity vs. College Park, at Clear Springs, 1:00 the way, the respective ons’ next-best fi nisher was 104th at 14:52), Renato Val- Dobie varsity vs. Clear Springs, at Clear Springs, 3:00 teams from Beverly Hills Christian Sosa, whose time dez (113th at 15:14), Au- Brook varsity hosts Texas City, 3:00 Clear Brook’s Stewart picks Central Christian and Thompson competed of 13:10 placed him 25th. gustine Oguamanom (120th well. Tyler Giron’s time of 13:23 at 16:13), Austin Morales Saturday, Feb. 26 BHI boys 7th is third landed him 29th, and Oli- (121st at 16:15) and Austin Brook varsity hosts College Park, 11 a.m. The Beverly Hills’ sev- ver Francisco was 63rd at Perkins (126th at 16:50). Dobie varsity vs. Goose Creek, at Clear Brook, 1:00 enth-grade boys’ team made 14:09. Bears’ 8s are ninth a successful debut, taking The Lions’ fi fth scorer The Beverly Hills eighth- Tuesday, March 1 third place in the two-mile was Kevin Cortez, who was grade boys’ team got off to a Brook varsity hosts St. Agnes, 6:00 event. San Jacinto won the 66th at 14:12. Thompson’s bit of a sluggish start to the other fi nishers included Josh Dobie varsity at Clear Lake, 6:30 meet, and the Bears were season, placing ninth over- third among 10 teams. Dishongh (75th at 14:31), all. Brook JV hosts St. Agnes, 4:30 D’Vaughn Pennamon Isaiah Brooks (89th at The Bears’ best fi nisher Dobie JV at Clear Lake, 5:00 was the Bears’ top fi nisher, 14:56), Javier Guerra (90th was Rodolpho Jiminez, who taking the 10th spot at 12 at 14:58), Adam Vasquez was 16th at 12:19. Adrian BASEBALL minutes, 35 seconds. (91st at 14:59), Juan Perez Rivera was 51st in a time Thursday, Feb. 24 Beverly Hills next had (92nd at 15:00), Jonathan of 13:16, and Fabian Osorio Dobie varsity vs. Livingston, at Humble, 10 a.m. three runners take the 16-17- Ramirez (100th at 15:28), was 54th at 13:22. Brook varsity at La Porte, 2:30 18 spots as Johnny Gallardo Cody Murray (103rd at After that, several Bears Dobie varsity at Kingwood Park, 3:00 was 16th at 12:46, Jordan 15:32), Zishan Kibir (110th ran in a group to the fi nish Brook varsity vs. Boerne Champion, at La Porte, 7:30 Lyons was 17th at 12:47 and at 15:58), David Mendiola line. Those runners includ- Edwin Luna placed 18th in (116th at 16:39) and Orlan- ed Joseph Gutierrez (76th at Friday, Feb. 25 a time of 12:48. do Logan (122nd at 17:03). 13:52), Brandon Carrington Brook vs. Manvel, at La Porte, 9:30 a.m. The Bears’ fi fth fi nisher Thompson 8s are 5th (77th at 13:53), Isaiah Perez Dobie varsity vs. Baytown Memorial, at Humble, 10 a.m. was Damon Countee, whose The Lions’ eighth-grade (78th at 13:54), Nick Re- Dobie varsity vs. Caney Creek, at Kingwood Park, 3:00 time of 13:25 was 31st. boys’ team was in the mid- icheldelfer (80th at 14:00) Other fi nishers for the dle of the pack, placing and Nixon Urrutia (82nd at fi fth. Saturday, Feb. 26 Bears included Dennis Lo- 14:04). Robert Saenz paved the Brook vs. Texas City, at La Porte, 1:30 p.m. pez (36th at 13:32), Logan The Bears’ other fi nish- Walker (40th at 13:40), way for the Lions as his ers included Jason Reyes Justin Rodriguez (44th at time of 12:24 placed him (85th at 14:14), Aaron Jor- Monday, Feb. 28 13:46), Mark Cruz (52nd at 17th. Jacob Cardenas was dan (88th at 14:20), Robert Dobie varsity hosts Dickinson, Dobie, 4:00 Clear Brook senior Jordan Stewart (seated center) (mother), Richard Alcala (grandfather), (standing) 13:54), Daniel Harder (53rd 28th in a time of 12:50, and Barrera (95th at 14:27), Mc- Joey Thomas (Brook associate principal), Adrienne at 13:55), Josh Varela (56th Jordan Jimenez was 34th at Kay Sumra (99th at 14:26), Tuesday, March 1 will continue her education and softball career at Central Christian College in McPherson, Kan., af- Shanklin-Miles (Brook assistant principal), Don Doss at 14:02), Daniel Escobedo 12:56. Alvaro Sanchez (100th Brook varsity at Port Neches-Groves, 6:00 ter signing a letter of intent. Those with her at the (select coach), Jimmy Brown (select coach), Brad (67th at 14:17), Josh Sim- Ty Lozano ran his way to at 14:37), Jeremy Reyna Brook JV at Fort Bend Bush, 6:00 signing included, left to right, (seated) Dina Stewart Stewart (father) and Joe Rutherford (select coach). mons (70th at 14:21) and a 39th-place fi nish in a time (103rd at 14:51) and Trevor Brook sophomores at Fort Bend Bush, 4:00 Isaac Rodriguez (79th at of 13:01, and Jimmy Neva- Serenil (106th at 14:54). Thursday, February 24, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Brook players honor former teammate Evans

Senior midfi elder Karen Junior keeper Jose Treto rips a goal past the Balvaneda goes Sam Rayburn keeper high for a save during the Lady Long- during Dobie’s 1-1 horns’ 4-2 victory Feb. 19 tie against Sam at Newcomb Field. The Clear Brook varsity boys’ soccer players Giovanni ans, who died last June due to complications from Rayburn Feb. 19 at Menendez (18), Jake Stercula (15), Andrew Lee (3) juvenile diabetes. Each of the players wears a warm- win allowed Dobie to re- Newcomb Field. main unbeaten in 22-5A and Austin Fuller (6) and the rest of their teammates up T-shirt with Evans’ nickname, “Chuy,” embossed GaryWPhotos.com recognized a moment of silence during a pre-game on the back. The Wolverines went on to fall 3-1 to action. ceremony in honor of former teammate Bryan Ev- Pearland in the game. GaryWPhotos.com Playoff contenders begin to emerge in district 22-5A, 24-5A varsity soccer races As the high school varsi- That’s good news for looking good in the stand- fi rst place after going 3-0- urday, Feb. 26, the Lady the shutout. juries to several key players ty soccer season reaches its some, and not so good for ings with one more game to 1 through the fi rst four Longhorns will take on Monika Rivera and Pal- this season, have hampered Upcoming soccer games midway point, the playoff others as the action contin- be played in the fi rst half of games. Deer Park for fi rst place omares scored two goals the team. contenders are beginning ues. district play. Despite a 1-1 tie against in the 22-5A fi eld. The big apiece in the win. Yumara After winning their fi rst to assert themselves in the Both of the varsity teams The Dobie boys are look- Sam Rayburn Feb. 18, the game will begin at 10 a.m., Suarez, Niky Vigil and Tan- two 24-5A games over Al- Friday, Feb. 25 various Region III districts. at Dobie High School are ing to tighten their grip on Longhorns bounced back at Newcomb Field in Pasa- isha Hernandez also scored vin and Clear Creek, the strong with a 4-2 victory dena. goals. Lady Wolverines have now Brook boys at Alvin, 7 p.m. over South Houston Feb. At 4-0, both Dobie and The Lady Longhorns got lost fi ve straight games. Dobie boys at Deer Park, Abshire, 7 p.m. Lutheran South Academy 22. Deer Park have jumped assists from Treto (two), The team fell 3-2 to With 10 points through ahead of the fi eld. Maggie Silva and Palo- Pearland Feb. 18 to slip to Brook girls host Alvin, 7 p.m. four games, the Longhorns On Feb. 18, the Lady mares. 2-4, and the low point of Saturday, Feb. 26 honors top boys’ soccer players are in fi rst place in the 22- Longhorns bounced Sam The pictures are not as the season might have come 5A standings. Rayburn 4-2 as sophomore clear for Clear Brook’s var- Feb. 22 as Clear Brook was Dobie girls host Deer Park, Newcomb, 10 a.m. Lutheran South Acad- more wins than in the previ- er of the Year Award with A victory over Deer Park Brittany Hernandez was the sity boys’ and girls’ teams, defeated 5-0 against Dick- emy recognized some of ous 2009-2010 campaign. freshman center midfi elder Friday, Feb. 25, at Abshire most valuable player of the which reside in the District inson. Monday, Feb. 28 its top varsity boys’ soccer LSA’s overall Most Valu- Jaime Arteaga. Stadium in Deer Park will game, netting two goals and 24-5A fi eld. The varsity boys’ team players during the team’s able Player was Tommy The team’s Defensive leave the Longhorns sitting an assist. Tanya Palomares The Lady Wolverines, is also fi ghting back into Dobie boys vs. Pasadena, Newcomb 4 p.m. season-ending banquet Feb. Pace, a senior center mid- Player of the Year was Tay- pretty in the 22-5A mix as and Karen Treto also scored who put together a miracu- the playoff mix after the Dobie girls vs. Pasadena, Auxiliary, 4 p.m. 23. fi elder who was also a fi rst lor Canada, and Cody Pratt, no other team has emerged for Dobie. lous run to the Region III fi rst half of play. At 2-3-2, The Pioneers, who were team, all-district selection. a senior wing, was the Pio- as a stiff challenger. Against South Houston tournament a season ago, the Wolverines will have Tuesday, March 1 led by former Clear Brook Senior forward Zach neers’ Most Improved Play- The Lady Longhorns Feb. 22, Dobie had an easy are not likely on a return to pick up a few more wins Brook boys host Clear Creek, 7 p.m. High School coach Rick Lunz, who led the team er. have also done their part time of it, taking down the route. down the stretch to have a Sickmiller, fi nished the in goals scored with nine, Nick Espinoza, a senior in taking care of business Lady Trojans 7-0 as goal- Gtraduation losses from shot at bouncing back into Brook girls at Clear Creek, 7 p.m. season at 7-11, earning two shared the Offensive Play- defender, was given the Pi- in District 22-5A. On Sat- keeper Jackie Baade earned last season, coupled with in- the mix. oneers’ Leadership Award, and Mike Roberson, a se- Dobie powerlifting nior forward, shared LSA’s Pioneer Award with senior defender/forward Jacob Choate. remains on the rise Sickmiller said the team The Dobie High School Longhorn boys’ team is ex- reached his personal goal of powerlifting teams stood celling. winning more games than tall again at a meet at San- “The boys are doing a the previous season despite ta Fe High School and are good job, also,” Foster said. facing a tough district line- continuing a fi ne season. “Each week, they are up. The Lady Longhorns’ among strong competition, In the Texas Association varsity team stepped up and but they are performing of Private and Parochial claimed the overall team well. Our goal for the young Schools, fi ve teams from title at Santa Fe, impressing men is to increase their lifts each district may qualify for coach Kenneth Foster along each week and to peak head- the playoffs. the way. ing into the regional meet.” The Pioneers were in the “These young ladies are Foster also cited the mix for that fi fth spot head- performing at a very high school’s junior varsity boys’ ing into the fi nal game of level,” Foster said. “I am team that tied for fi rst place the season. very proud of their work at a meet at Galveston Ball “I’m really proud of ethic and dedication.” High School. He said some our guys,” Sickmiller said. As expected, team veter- of those athletes may be “Awty is a soccer power, ans Dorthy Tran and Faith soon ticketed for promotion and they were really good. Roberts are showing the to the varsity level. Concordia Lutheran was way for many of the others. “The program is on the second, and Lutheran North “Faith is really doing a rise, and we will be look- and Northland Christian great job, splitting her time ing at getting our interme- were also tough. between softball and pow- diate schools involved in “There were just two erlifting,” Foster said. this sometime soon,” Foster games that got out of con- The two newest members said. trol for us, but the rest of the of the team, Bree Smith and As for the team’s chanc- way we were very competi- Brittney Bates, are holding es at regionals, Foster sees tive. their own. They are scor- a couple of top candidates “I’m looking forward to ing big points and bringing from Dobie making their coming back next season home medals. mark. and taking the next step Foster also singled out “Dorthy Tran and Jus- with some of these guys.” the fi ne effort of the other tin Rice are the only two Pace and Canada were Lady Longhorns, including returnees from last year’s fi rst-team, all-district per- Madelyn Garcia, Brianna team to qualify for region- formers, and Lunz, Arteaga Dobie sophomore Brittany Her- Jamison, Megan Snyder and als, and this year we have and Caleb Oliver, a sopho- nandez traps a ball during the Christinia Dorantes. three more ladies and one more goalkeeper, were Lady Longhorns’ 4-2 win over “These young ladies have more young man who have named to the second team. Sam Rayburn in District 23-5A brought home medals from a great chance to make it,” The Pioneers also had play Feb. 19 at Newcomb Field. every meet and just doing a Foster said. three players on the honor- Dobie senior Pedro Mares (10) fi ghts for ball control against Sam Rayburn’s Hector Hernandez was huge in the game, terrifi c job for us.” “Overall, the Dobie pow- able mention list, including Carranza during the Longhorns’ 1-1 tie against the Texans Feb. 19, at Newcomb scoring two goals and assisting on Foster said that despite erlifting program is on the Espinosa, senior defender Field. After the tie, the Longhorns rebounded to defeat the South Houston Trojans a third. facing stiff competition rise because these kids are Anthony Cruz and Josh 4-2 Feb. 22, pushing their record to 4-0-1. GaryWPhotos.com from several schools, the working hard.” Caldwell, a junior forward. 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Horns’ baseball gets opening victory, Humble tourney next Parade, carnival Continued from Page 1B and coaxed a pop-up to Dobie lead before the um- tinue at the Humble ISD With Dobie up 5-0, Pitts shortstop and then fanned pires stopped play. tournament Feb. 24-26, surrendered four runs on another hitter to end the in- “It was a good win over and the team will then host March 5 at EFL four hits in the third inning. ning. a Friendswood team that Dickinson Feb. 28, at Dobie Beyond that bump in the “Zach also did a great is always pretty talented,” High School. SBHLL opening ceremonies, too road, Pitts fanned six hitters job of getting us out of the Torres said. For right now, all things over his 4 1/3 innings on the fi fth when Friendswood “But our guys understand are good in the Dobie var- Sagemont-Beverly participants will be able to mound. had runners at second and that this is just one game, sity baseball world. One Hills Little League and purchase single ride and “Emmitt was effective third,” Torres said. “If they and we have probably 29 word of caution, however. South Belt Girls Softball activity tickets for $.50 when he had to be,” Tor- would have scored those, more or so that are going to It’s early in the season. Association offi cials are each. res said. “He allowed some the game would have been be just as important.” Boosters to meet March 2 gearing up for opening SBHLL offi cials will guys to reach base but was tied again.” And with 11 seniors on The Dobie Diamond ceremonies, which will pre-sell the wristbands able to come up with the With darkness settling the roster, Torres is already Club, the Longhorns’ base- be the fi nal highlight of on Tuesday, March 1, big pitches when they were in, the umpires elected to seeing the benefi t of a vet- ball booster organization, a host of family-friendly and Thursday, March 3, needed. continue the game in the eran group. will host a parent meeting activities set for Saturday, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the After Gonzalez’s blast bottom of the fi fth inning. “These guys are worried Wednesday, March 2, at 7 March 5, at El Franco Lee concession stand area at to left fi eld in the bottom of Sophomore Jose Cabre- only about the W’s,” Torres p.m. in the athletics media Park. the league’s facility at El the fourth inning gave Do- ja, pinch-hitting for Gonza- said. “It’s all about coming room. The day will begin Franco Lee Park. bie a 6-4 edge, Pitts retired lez in the fi fth inning, came out on top and doing the For more information, with a parade, beginning The fi nale of the big the fi rst hitter of the fi fth through with a run-scoring things we need to do as a call president Gloria San- at Weber Elementary day is the Sagemont-Bev- inning before giving up a single. team to win. Hopefully, we chez at 713-303-9157 or (11955 Blackhawk Blvd.) erly Hills Little League single and a walk. Johnson banged an RBI can keep it rolling.” Lisa Manriquez at 713-516- at 10 a.m. The parade will opening ceremonies, from Long entered the game single to left fi eld for an 8-4 Dobie’s season will con- 7539. eventually end at El Fran- 5 to 7 p.m., on the Junior co Lee Park. division fi eld at El Franco Following the parade, a Lee Park. carnival will commence at Each of the league’s La Porte ISD tourney Humble-Kingwood Invite El Franco Lee Park, from teams will be led onto the 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. playing fi eld, and offi cials Thursday, Feb. 24: Brook vs. La Thursday, Feb. 24: Dobie vs. Living- Participants will have also have a fun-fi lled list the opportunity to enjoy of activities planned. Porte, 2:30 p.m.; Brook vs. Boerne ston, at Humble, 10 a.m.; Dobie vs. King- a variety of fun activi- Concessions meeting set Champion, 7:30 p.m. Both at La Porte wood Park, at Kingwood Park, 3 p.m. ties, including a rockwall, The Sagemont-Beverly Emmitt Pitts, drawing the opening day start against Friendswood, was the win- trackless train, bungee run, Hills Little League’s con- Friday, Feb. 25: Brook vs. Manvel, ning pitcher for Dobie as he went 4 1/3 innings, striking out six along the way. The dualslide, moonwalks, cession stand directors will Friday, Feb. 25: Dobie vs. Baytown Longhorns’ offense gave the junior hurler plenty of run support, banging their way obstacle course, zoo play host a mandatory meeting 9:30 a.m., at La Porte to an 8-4 victory at Dobie. land, 4-way bungee tram- Wednesday, March 2, for Memorial, at Humble, 10 a.m.; Dobie vs. poline and more. those wishing to work in Saturday, Feb. 26: Brook vs. Texas At right, Dobie senior Caney Creek, at Kingwood Park, 3 p.m. There are a few re- the concession stand dur- City, 1:30 p.m., at La Porte catcher Justin Eckols maining booths available ing the spring season. (left) and head coach for rental. The meeting will be Miguel Torres discuss an For more information, held at 6:30 p.m. in the upcoming at bat during direct e-mail to sbhll@hot league’s oncession stand the Longhorns’ season- mail.com. located at El Franco Lee opening 8-4 victory over There will also be Park, 9400 Hall Road. Friendswood Feb. 21. plenty of food and cold The league is seeking Eckols, entering his third beverages available for teens at least 16 years old varsity season behind the purchase. to work the concession plate, helped his team de- Prior to the event, windows and those 18 or feat the Mustangs with his youths will be able to older for concession win- glove and his bat. Eckols purchase wristbands $15 dows and/or frying. threw out a Friendswood each, which will allow for For more information, runner attempting to steal unlimited access to the direct e-mail to the SB- third base to end the top carnival events. HLL website at sbhll@ of the fi rst inning and then Without wristbands, hotmail.com drove in two runs with a single in the bottom of the second inning. Dobie got a good pitching effort from PISD’s Brown Relays Emmitt Pitts, and there were a couple of good de- fensive plays in the mix. to Auxiliary Feb. 25 But it was Dobie’s offen- sive with 12 hits and eight The Pasadena Indepen- Longhorn boys are coming runs scored that made the dent School District’s an- off an outstanding perfor- difference in the game. nual Brown Relays will be mance at the South Houston held Friday, Feb. 25, as sev- Invitational Feb. 18. eral of the area’s top track There, the Longhorns’ and fi eld teams and indi- 4x100-meter relay team es- vidual performers will be in tablished a school record of action. 43.1 seconds. The action will begin Dobie’s record-setting around 4 p.m., with the fi eld 4x1 relay foursome includ- Dobie senior outfi elder Xavier Hernandez slides past Friendswood 8-4 in a game shortened to fi ve innings events to be followed by the ed siblings DeMarcus Boyd Friendswood catcher Gunner Holle to score the Long- because of darkness. Dobie will try to keep its momen- running events. and Devonte Boyd along horns’ third run of the game in the second inning. tum going during an appearance at the Humble ISD Dobie is one of the host with Andrew Robinson and The Longhorns built a 5-0 lead and went on to defeat tournament Feb. 24-26. Photos by John Bechtle schools involved, and the Davion Hurst. Dobie, Brook softball squads complete fi rst tournaments

Two softball teams play- the season. up with a 4-2 record at the Freshman pitcher Stephanie lineup package is strong, an extended period of time. ing at the varsity level with Brook goes 2-3 at Bryan event and fi nished sixth Buentello and Lee both saw and having runs on base of- Her teammates seeming- younger, less experienced After defeating Friends- overall. action in that game. ten has been big for Dobie ly had their minds on their players are thus far heading wood 2-0 to open the regu- Dobie hammered Lock- “Those are the best three so far. teammate as Brazoswood in two different directions. lar season, Clear Brook lost hart 12-4 as sophomore softball games I have seen The one setback at the pitcher Cassidy Droste Heading into the Clear three of its fi ve games at the pitcher Katie Lee got the this program play in several tournament came as senior struck out 14, but Rackley Creek Independent School Bryan-College Station tour- win in the team’s fi rst seasons,” head coach Robin third baseman Ceci Gonza- believes a turnaround will District tournament, where nament. game. Rackley said. lez suffered a knee injury on come soon. both Clear Brook and Dobie Freshman Laura Napoli Facing Tomball, ranked “The caliber of teams up a play at the bag. “We just didn’t have a will be in action, the respec- has settled into her role as No. 2 in the preseason state there was unbvelievable. Although the extent of good mindset against Bra- tive teams will be looking the team’s primary pitcher, poll, Dobie came away with The offensive numbers were her injury has yet to be de- zoswood,” Rackley said. to pile up wins for different but the offense has yet to a 4-2 win in eight innings huge. Moving the pitching termined, the Lady Long- “We’ll bounce back. I reasons. develop a level of consis- via the use of the interna- rubber back to 43 feet has horns are likely to be with- have already seen what we Clear Brook, 2-4 to this tency. tional tie-breaker. made a big difference.” out one of their leaders for can do.” point after a 5-4 loss at Head coach Ashley Pil- Junior pitcher Shannon Dobie was beaten 10-0 home to Deer Park Feb. 22, low hopes hosting four op- O’Connor, the Lady Long- by a very good Plano team is looking to get back on ponents on the Lady Wol- horns’ ace, got the win but but then came back to down Clear Creek ISD tourney track after losing four of its verines’ home fi eld will later missed the majority of Kempner 8-6. Taking on last fi ve games. provide a turning point. the rest of the event with a Belton for fi fth place, Dobie Dobie, despite a 6-2 loss Dobie places sixth at BCS minor foot injury. was on the short end of an Thursday, Feb. 24: Brook vs. Santa to Brazoswood Feb. 22, is Winning three straight Against Austin Bowie, 8-6 score. Fe, at Clear Brook, 11 a.m.; Dobie vs. seeking to keep its momen- games to start play at the Dobie squeezed out a 9-8 “Defensively, we still tum going after winning Bryan-College Station win, again through the inter- have to step up and make Santa Fe, at Clear Brook, 1 p.m.; Dobie fi ve of eight games to begin tournament, Dobie wound national tie-breaker route. more plays,” Rackley said. “But offensively, we have vs. Columbia, at Clear Brook, 3 p.m; shown the ability to score Brook vs. Columbia, at Clear Brook, 5 runs in bunches. “We’re not a team that is p.m. going to smack six or seven Friday, Feb. 25: Brook hosts Manvel, home runs over the course of a weekend, but we can 9:30 a.m.; Dobie vs. College Park, at manufacture runs in a vari- ety of ways.” Clear Springs, 1 p.m.; Dobie vs. Clear Early on, Rackley said Springs, at Clear Springs, 3 p.m. one of the big keys offen- sively has been the abil- Saturday, Feb. 26: Brook vs. College Spring 2011 ity of lead-off hitter Kellen Park, at Clear Brook, 11 a.m.; Dobie vs. Gomez and No. 2 hitter Amie Gallant to get on base Goose Creek Memorial, at Clear Brook, “UPWARD SOCCER LEAGUE” consistently. Dobie’s middle-of-the- 1 p.m. PAM boys defeat JFD hoops Continued from Page 1B all year long. “We reached some of our overtimes in 2009-2010 to “Three parts of our goals this year, to win at WHO: Boys & girls age 4 - 4th Grade outlast the Titans, but this game led to the loss: los- least 20 games and make the PLUS special team for children with autism year Memorial evened the ing the rebounding battle, playoffs, but we fell short of WHERE: Easthaven Baptist Church score and will advance. shooting poorly inside the our goals to win district and 13100 Beamer Rd. Corner of Beamer and Astoria Dobie head coach Kevin paint, and shooting poorly make a playoff run. Evaluations - Sat., Feb. 26 9-noon Cross said the Titans’ re- from the free throw line. As is always the case at WHEN: bounding tenacity was a big I thought our kids played the high school level, the First week of practice begins March 7 key, as was Dobie’s poor hard throughout the game. Longhorns will regroup shooting struggles inside It is disappointing to lose in the offseason and come UPWARD PROMOTES CHARACTER & and from the free throw line. anytime but really hard in back for 2011-2012 with re- SELF-ESTEEM IN EVERY CHILD BY PROVIDING: Essentially, the Longhorns’ the playoffs.” newed optimism. defensive effort was plenty So another season has “We have seven young • A substitution system that promotes equal playing good enough to secure a come to a close, and with it men returning to the varsity time for each player win, but the other aspects of has come the end of the line level next season, as well as • An evaluation process to provide equal teams and the game suffered. for eight seniors potential fi rst-year players “In a playoff game, you “I would like to thank coming from our junior var- equal opportunity for improvement cannot afford to let your op- my seniors Dominique Si- sity and sophomore teams ponent get second and third mon, Edward Peabody, that won district titles,” Early registration under way opportunities to score,” Mauri Mark, Jonathan Cross said. (deadline is March 13) Katie Bischof, Clear Brook’s starting catcher, socked a triple Feb. 22 against Deer Cross said. “I thought our Vargas, Walter Garrett, De- “We have built a winning Park, but it wasn’t enough as the Lady Wolverines fell 5-4 at home. Now at 2-4 over- defense played well on the vonte Rennie, Corey Spiller tradition for our program, Call 281-922-5520 or visit all this season, Clear Brook is scheduled to play four games in three days during the outside. We created turn- and Zach Fondal for such a and we want that to con- www.easthavenchurch.org for more information. annual Clear Creek Independent School District tournament. overs just as we have done good year,” said Cross. tinue.” Upward Logos are trademarks of Upward Unlimited. Used by permission.