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Thursday, June 24, 2021 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 46, No. 21

Sagemont celebrates July 4 Sagemont Church invites the South Belt com- munity to its annual Patriotic Celebration held Woman killed in Fuqua robbery attempt near the cross on the church’s campus Sunday, June 27, from 5 to 9 p.m. A woman was fatally shot early Thursday, into the parking lot next to her. the woman’s back. The victim attempted to make in the 10100 block of Freehill Street near the There will be infl atables for the kids, food trucks, a concert by Christian country artist Chad June 17, outside a gym in the 10500 block of When the victim got out it inside the gym but collapsed. Other gym mem- intersection of Fuqua and SH 3/Old Galveston Ware and a fi reworks display. The games and food Fuqua near Beamer. of her car to walk into the bers attempted to revive the woman, but it was Road. Police said the description of the suspects trucks will be available at 5 p.m.; the concert will Elsa Mikeska, 62, was pronounced dead at the gym, two male suspects exit- too late. She was pronounced dead at the scene. and their vehicle was the same in both crimes. begin around 7:30 p.m.; and the fi reworks will be- scene. ed the SUV and approached The suspects got back into the SUV and exited In the fi rst incident, the female victim was gin around 9 p.m. Houston police responded to the incident at her. Police said words were the parking lot. broken down on the side of the road and thought The event is free, except food truck purchases. the Life Fit Gym shortly before 5 a.m. According exchanged before the woman Police believe the suspects may have been try- the suspects were offering help when they ap- Attendees are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and to police, the woman was arriving at the gym for ran toward the gym. At this ing to carjack the woman after a similar incident proached. The suspects, however, pulled a gun picnic blankets. her morning workout when a white SUV pulled time, a suspect fi red a shot to Elsa Mikeska was reported just earlier about two miles away Continued on Page 2 St. Luke resale June 25 A mega resale shop hosted by St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church is Friday, June 25, Body of missing person found Vigil held for slain grandmother from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, June 26, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, June 27, from 8 a.m. A body was found around 1:30 p.m. Satur- sponded to a possible kidnapping call in the to 4 p.m. Length of sale depends on availability of day, June 19, in the 11800 block Teaneck Drive, 11700 block of Teaneck Drive on June 15. During items. which has been confi rmed to be that of missing their investigation, they canvassed the area for The sale will be held at the Cenacle Learning tattoo artist Julian Issac. three days and were able to recover video sur- Center (across from South Belt Elementary) at While police fi rst said they were “pretty cer- veillance of a male – reported as missing – walk- 1750 Riverstone Ranch, Pearland. tain” it was Isaac based on his clothing, at press- ing in the area by himself. After careful review of All proceeds will support St. Luke’s. (See photo time Tuesday, they offi cially confi rmed his ID. the case, no suspicion of a murder or a kidnap- this page.) According to police, detectives originally re- Continued on Page 8 July 4 events canceled Multiple July 4th events have been canceled due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The annual Police respond to possible homicide South Belt Fourth of July parade will return next year. The yearly South Belt fi reworks show at El Franco Lee Park has also been canceled due to the pandemic. Organizers of both events said they will return next year bigger and better than ever. Active COVID cases down Mourners braved the rain Monday, June 21, to honor Elsa Mikeska at a vigil held in front of the gym where she was fatally shot Thursday, June 17. According to police, the incident As of Wednesday, June 23, there were 174 con- may have been an attempted carjacking, as a similar robbery was reported moments ear- fi rmed South Belt deaths due to COVID-19, up two from the previous week. Reporting of deaths relat- lier near Fuqua and SH 3/Old Galveston Road. Mayor Sylvester Turner has increased the ed to COVID-19, however, may be delayed by local reward to $15,000 for information leading to a conviction. Photo by Marie Flickinger offi cials. Of the 5,645 confi rmed cases in 77089 (total population: 53,866), 46 remain active. To date, 67 from the ZIP code have died from the disease, up Local restaurant catches fire one from the previous week. Houston fi refi ghters responded to a restaurant restaurant. In 77075 (total population: 43,933), 22 of the fi re in the 10000 block of Kleckley by Almeda The blaze caused roughly $15,000 in damage. 4,066 confi rmed cases remain active. A total of 56 Mall around 8:45 p.m. Monday, June 14. Firefi ghters were able to save approximately from the ZIP code have died, up one from the previ- ous week. According to Houston Fire Department offi - $135,000 in property. Of the 4,130 confi rmed cases in 77034 (total cials, fi refi ghters arrived on scene at the Rey Del HFD Arson investigators were requested to population: 40,532), 23 remain active. Pollo restaurant within four minutes to fi nd fi re determine the cause and origin. At press time, To date, 51 residents from ZIP code 77034 have coming from the roof of a restaurant in a strip the cause of the fi re was under investigation. died from the disease, no increase from the previous A body believed by police to be that of missing tattoo artist Julian Issac was found around mall. They then made an attack on the fi re and No injuries were reported. week. 1:30 p.m. Saturday, June 19, in the 11800 block Teaneck Drive. Issac had been missing conducted a primary search. The fi re was extin- Crews from HFD stations 46, 70, 71, 61, 93, According to Harris County Public Health of- since around 4 a.m. Tuesday, June 15, when he took an Uber to visit his girlfriend in the guished with no extension to the inside of the 36 and 24 responded to this incident. fi cials, the vast majority of the fatalities suffered Scarsdale subdivision. The body was discovered in the above fi eld after a resident reported from pre-existing health issues. a foul odor. Texas EquuSearch assisted in the search for Isaac. Photo by Marie Flickinger Countywide, there have been 403,035 total con- fi rmed cases. Of those, 395,068 have recovered St. Luke’s preps for resale event from the disease, while 3,141 cases remain active. A total of 4,802 deaths have been reported in Harris Pct. 2 deputies combat area crime County. Statistics are updated daily and include num- Deputies from Harris identifi ed as 35-year-old bers from within the Houston city limits and County Precinct 2 Con- Jonathan Bryant. During throughout Harris County. To view an interac- stable Jerry Garcia’s of- this stop, Bryant exhibit- tive map, visit publichealth.harriscountytx.gov/Re fi ce have kept busy as of ed suspicious behavior and sources/2019-Novel-Coronavirus. late battling crimes rang- was acting extremely ner- Highway 3 closure set ing from drug possession vous. Due to the driver’s At least one northbound lane and one south- to hit-and-run crashes. behavior, a further investi- bound lane on SH 3/Old Galveston Road will be On Wednesday, June gation was completed. closed from FM 2351/Clear Lake City Boulevard to 9, at approximately 3:15 During this investiga- NASA Road 1 daily (excluding Sundays) from 8:30 p.m., deputies with the tion, Bryant admitted to a.m. to 4:30 p.m. through Wednesday, June 30. Precinct 2 Special Opera- having narcotics inside tions Division observed a his vehicle. Beltway closures planned vehicle make a traffi c in- Jonathan Bryant A probable cause search Pedro Lopez At least one eastbound and one westbound Belt- fraction at the intersection of Sageglen and Sage- was then conducted, and deputies discovered 12.5 way 8 frontage road lane will be closed from SH downe. A traffi c stop was subsequently conducted grams of methamphetamine, 1 gram of heroin, 288 to Kirby Drive nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. in the 11200 block of Sageglen, and the driver was Continued on Page 2 through Sunday, June 27. At least one northbound and one southbound Beltway 8 frontage road lane will be closed from Vista to SH 225 daily from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Man charged with killing sister, 15 and nightly from 8:30 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Sun- day, July 4. A man was arrest- Paramedics pronounced her dead at the scene The closures are associated with the ongoing ed Friday, June 11, for due to a gunshot wound. project to widen Beltway 8 from two to four lanes allegedly killing his Witnesses told police the victim might have in each direction. 15-year-old sister at an been shot by her brother. Police further said the St. Luke the Evangelist Catholic Church will host a mega resale shop at the Cenacle Learning apartment complex in suspect admitted to a family member he had shot Center, 1750 Riverstone Ranch across from South Belt Elementary, Friday, June 25, from 9 Gulf Freeway closures set the 12600 block of South his sister. a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, June 26, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, June 27, from 8 a.m. to 4 Two alternate northbound and southbound main Green Drive near Alme- The suspect, however, had fl ed the scene prior p.m. Volunteers shown above organizing toys for the event are, left to right, Marilyn Roberts, lanes and frontage road lanes on the Gulf Freeway da Genoa Road. to the police’s arrival. Lupe Saiz, Minerva Mendoza, Ellie Flickinger and Jackie Biles. Photo by Marie Flickinger will be closed from NASA Bypass/NASA Road 1 Jaylen George, 20, to SH 96 daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly The victim was reportedly a habitual run- from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Friday, Dec. 31. is charged with capi- away, and her brother had tracked her down at The northbound exit ramp from the Gulf Free- tal murder in the 232nd the apartment complex and was attempting to Clear Brook nationally recognized State District Court. bring her home when the shooting took place. way to NASA Bypass/NASA Road 1 will be com- Jaylen George pletely closed through Friday, Dec. 31. Motorists The identity of the fe- The female had allegedly been missing for sev- Two Clear Creek ISD high schools received with one or more of the principles articulated in wishing to access these intersections may exit using male victim was pending verifi cation by the Har- eral days. 2021 Promising Practice designations for their Character.org’s 11 Principles Framework. the exit to FM 518 and proceed on the northbound ris County Institute of Forensic Sciences at press Further investigation led police to George’s character development programs. Clear Brook Clear Brook received one award for their “Art frontage road to the intersections or exit using the time. whereabouts, and he was arrested later that Fri- High School and Clear Lake High School were With Heart” program where students on campus Bay Area Boulevard exit ramp, then make a U-turn According to police, offi cers were dispatched day without incident. two of only 170 total recipients named by Char created and donated artwork to area hospitals to and travel south to the NASA Bypass or FM 528. to a shooting call at the above address around At the time of his arrest, George was found to acter.org, a national advocate and leader for help decorate patient hospital rooms. At least one northbound main lane and one 12:40 a.m. and located the victim outside an character in schools and communities. “This was particularly noteworthy during the southbound main lane on the Gulf Freeway will be have three open felony warrants. He is currently closed from FM 518 to FM 517 in League City dai- apartment unit. being held without bond. Promising Practices are unique, effective and high number of hospitalizations during COVID ly from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly from 9 p.m. to replicable initiatives that inspire “goodness in as patients had no visitors,” said Clear Brook 5 a.m. through Thursday, Sept. 30. action” and contribute to the fi eld of character Principal Sharon Lopez. “This helped add a little At least one northbound lane and one south- BAHEP meets in person development. Each Promising Promise aligns Continued on Page 2 bound lane on the Gulf Freeway frontage road will be closed from FM 518 to FM 517 in League City In a much-anticipated, in-person gener- turning chaos into opportunity during the past daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly from 9 p.m. al membership meeting June 2, the Bay Area year taking us to “infi nity and beyond.” Koncaba earns banking honor to 5 a.m. through Thursday, Sept. 30. Houston Economic Partnership hosted Mario C. Early in his presentation, Diaz said, “We have Two alternate northbound and southbound main Diaz, director of Aviation, Houston Airport Sys- to work as a pack.” He noted that it was a primi- Former South Belt Foundation, a philanthropic organization that lanes and frontage road lanes on the Gulf Freeway resident Kristi Konca- serves and supports Texas banks, their employ- will be closed from IH 610 South Loop to Broad tem, who spoke on the Houston Spaceport – the tive idea that works when taking down big game. Street nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m. through Friday, Future Ahead. After an extremely challenging The big game refers to the big corporations that ba, president and COO ees, and communities through educational pro- Dec. 31. Both the northbound and southbound en- year for the aviation industry, that future is full he and others in the pack want to bring to Hous- of Texan Bank, has been grams and gifting and recognition initiatives. trance and exit ramps between IH 610 South Loop of promise. ton and the Houston Spaceport. He mentioned a elected to the board of She will serve a two-year term for each. and Broad Street will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. Bob Mitchell, BAHEP president, convened few individuals who had been instrumental in the directors of the Texas Koncaba has 19 years of relevant banking ex- to 3 a.m. though Friday, Dec. 31. the meeting by saying that the last in-person development of the Houston Spaceport which Bankers Association, perience. She began her career with First Com- membership meeting had been held on March 2, included Mitchell, Dan Seal, BAHEP executive an organization whose munity Bank in Houston in 2002. There she Girl Scout cookie surplus 2020. He said that he had missed the face-to-face director for Economic Development, Houston members represent the worked as the Human Resources director and Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, there were ap- interaction that takes place during the meetings Mayor Pro-Tem Dave Martin, and a number of voice of the banking in- later expanded to Human Resources and Infor- proximately 15 million boxes of Girl Scout cookies which cannot be duplicated during virtual meet- others. dustry and participate mation Technology director. In 2007, Koncaba that went unsold this year. ings. He then introduced the elected offi cials Houston Airport System in discussions around became cofounder, executive vice president and South Belt area Girl Scouts and their parents fi nancial and economic Kristi Koncaba COO of San Antonio National Bank, where she looking move unsold cookies may advertise them present as well as members new to the organiza- Diaz spoke of the philosophy of the Houston in the Leader for free as a way to connect sellers tion. Following Mitchell, BAHEP Board Chair Airport System which is captured in its mission issues confronting the state and national eco- oversaw the operations of the bank. In 2011, she with buyers. Charlie Stegemoeller, senior director, Business statement – We exist to connect the people, busi- nomics. and her husband raised the necessary capital and For additional information, email mynews@ Development, SAIC, gave an uplifting introduc- nesses, cultures and economies of the world to A 1991 Dobie graduate, Koncaba, has also purchased the Bank of Fort Bend and changed southbeltleader.com. tion of Diaz who Stegemoeller said had been Continued on Page 4 been appointed chairman of the Texas Bankers Continued on Page 8 Page 2, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, June 24, 2021 CB gazebos under repair Precinct 2 deputies battle South Belt area crime Continued from Page 1 plastic baggies, both often stance with intent to distrib- Road Division responded to Harris County Precinct 8 merous signs of intoxication. 2.6 grams of Xanax, 85 used with narcotic sells. ute. a four-car major accident in Toll Road Division, depu- Precinct 2 Constable depu- grams of marijuana and a Upon completing this On Sunday, June 13, at the 12100 block of Beltway ties were able to locate the ties completed an investiga- loaded handgun. Deputies investigation, Bryant was approximately 6 p.m., dep- 8 near the Gulf Freeway. suspect, approximately one tion and ultimately charged also located a digital scale charged with felony pos- uties with the newly created Upon arriving on scene, mile away from the original 56-year-old Pedro Lopez and numerous small clear session of a controlled sub- Harris County Precinct 2 Toll deputies learned that the crash, after he wrecked into with felony failure to stop driver responsible for this a barrier. and render aid and misde- crash had fl ed the scene. The driver was detained meanor driving while intox- Deputies make drug bust With the assistance of and was found to show nu- icated – his second. Woman fatally shot on Fuqua in possible robbery attempt Continued from Page 1 Police believe there were crime can be be viewed at on the woman and demanded three total suspects. They are youtu.be/9zLPJ7kFNe0. her keys. Fearing for her life, described as being skinny, Anyone with information on the victim gave the suspects clean-cut, possibly Hispanic this case is urged to contact her keys and ran away on males in their 20s. They were HPD’s Homicide Division at foot. traveling in a 2000 to 2007 713-308-3600 or Crime Stop- When the thieves were year model white Chevrolet pers of Houston at 713-222- unable to operate the bro- Suburban. TIPS (8477). ken-down vehicle, they rum- The Houston Police De- With the help of Mayor maged through the vehicle, partment is seeking the Sylvester Turner, a reward of before fl eeing the scene in the public’s help in identifying $15,000 is now being offered SUV. the suspects. A video of the in the case.

Clear Brook City MUD gazebos located at Bishop Park and Clear Brook City Park Deaths are undergoing repairs and upgrades. Both gazebos will not be available for use for the next 2 – 3 weeks as crews work to restore the structures. to be a glorious woman and, grace but never forgetting that A traffi c stop near the intersection of Sageglen and Sagedowne led to multiple felony Matilde even in her passing, a matron she served as the backbone of charges Wednesday, June 9. The driver, 35-year-old Jonathan Bryant, was found to (Argelia)Piñón of strength and a teacher of her immediate family, espe- be in possession of methamphetamine, heroin, Xanax and marijuana, as well as a faith, love and compassion. cially on May 17, 2005 – the In My Opinion loaded handgun and a digital scale. Bryant was charged with possession of a con- She was an active member day she became a widow. trolled substance with intent to distribute. of St. Luke’s Catholic Church Her essence continues to and continued servant of live on in this physical world Open Records requests. I would not hold God’s purpose since moving as family members go through Bill King speaks my breath waiting for that to happen. to the neighborhood. drawers, cabinets and boxes – Not surprisingly, ERCOT’s fi ght to keep on ERCOT situation Her undying love to make fi lled with memories of a life its records secret have been slammed by On June 8, Texas Governor Greg Ab- Pct. 2 responds to crash Christ known and servitude of well lived, fi lled with pictures open record advocates. Some early dis- bott tweeted, “Everything that needed to kindness to all those who knew of a life well lived and fi lled cussion by some legislators to include a be done was done to fi x the power grid in her will be greatly missed with handwritten letters of a provision in the recently passed legisla- Texas.” Barely a week later, his agency both in the church communi- family well loved. tion that would have specifi cally subject- which controls the power grid was rec- ty and her entire family. The Her family members con- ed ERCOT to the Open Records Act was ommending that Texans set thermostats moments and memories she tinue to carry her in their quickly quashed. at 78° or higher, turn off lights and un- shared with family and friends hearts and minds knowing That is hardly surprising. This analysis plug appliances. I don’t know but I am will carry through for genera- that God’s work here on Earth by WFAA (Channel 8 in Dallas) found the just guessing that not many appliances tions to come. was truly her own. energy-related interested hired 338 lob- have been unplugged at the Governors’ Argelia is survived by A visitation was held Mon- byists at a cost of over $24 million to lobby mansion or, for that matter, at the homes Matilde (Argelia) Piñón, her daughter Lilia Pinon; day, June 21, 2021, from 5 in just this last session. Lord only knows of any of our other state leaders. born Nov. 18, 1939, and a res- son Christopher Pinon; her to 8 p.m. at Peevey Funeral how many millions have been doled out in It has been clear from the start that ident of Sagemont for more four-legged companion Andy Home, 12440 Beamer Road. campaign contributions. With the billions the state leadership’s principal aim has than 45 years, went home “Fabulouso” Pinon; brother- The funeral Mass was cele- in profi ts that some made, there is plenty been to sweep the February grid collapse to be with her Lord June 16, in-law Mark Pinon and wife brated Tuesday, June 22, at 11 of money to go around. under the rug as quickly as possible and 2021. Vangie; sister-in-law Santos a.m. at St. Luke the Evangelist This whitewash of an abject gover- move on to red meat issues to defl ect Her family has known her Pinon; grandchildren Jessi- Catholic Church, 11011 Hall nance failure that caused hundreds of the public’s attention away from one of ca, Zulma, Racine, Rheanna, Road. deaths and cost billions of dollars cannot the greatest governance failures in the Raeleen and Reve’; and 11 be allowed to stand. State’s history. Edward great-grandchildren. But it is clear that our state leaders will At every turn, the State has sought to With culinary traditions do exactly that unless we demand a com- Michael Leader cover-up and dissemble any information being the staple of any Mex- plete, impartial investigation of the grid about what really happened in February Deputies responded to a crash Sunday, June 13, on Beltway 8 near the Gulf Freeway. ican American household, obituary policy failure and how to prevent it from ever Saunders and scuttle any real effort to investigate Upon their arrival, deputies learned the driver responsible for the crash had fl ed the Argelia touched the hearts and happening again. Obituaries submitted to the systemic problems with the ER- scene. Deputies located the driver roughly one mile away when he crashed into a stomachs of her family with Please add your voice to this petition the Leader are pub- COT-controlled grid. barrier. Pedro Lopez, 56, was charged with a DWI and failure to stop and render aid. tamales, mole, menudo and demanding an investigation: https://p2a. lished free of charge. Since the grid failure, numerous me- her famous fried chicken (a co/jnbcA0D. They are edited to dia outlets and public advocacy groups recipe from her mother, Anto- Bill King Local library events set have been fi ling Open Record requests In case of storms or adverse weather, refer to library website for details. nia). conform to with ERCOT, seeking answers about Bracewell Branch Library Argelia carried herself with the Leader style. what happened. ERCOT has been fi ght- Muecke welcomes Bracewell Library, located at 9002 Kingspoint, is closed at this time. For information, vis- ing most of those requests, claiming that new commander it https://houstonlibrary.org/. For online learning, visit https://houstonlibrary.org/online-learn it is not subject to the Open Records law. Commander Smith, ing-7556 or call 832-393-2580. In one of the most outrageous moves to Welcome to the Clear Lake Station. Bracewell HPL To Go curbside service is in operation Leader checks out facilitate the cover-up, our ethically chal- Your lucky, the best in the Houston police Contactless curbside services, known as HPL To Go, are available by appointment Mondays, noon lenged Attorney General has ruled that dept. Yes, we have crime, but I feel much to 7 p.m.; Tuesdays and Thursdays, noon to 4 p.m.; Wednesdays and Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and social media ERCOT is not subject to the Texas Open more under control then other areas. Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Customers walking or riding a bike may also pick up reserved materials. Records law. Commander May has been very respon- For questions, call circulation at 832-393-2222. By Natalie Abarca the neighborhood looking Instead, according to the Attorney sive to our issues on Edgebrook, speed- The book drop is open. Library materials can be returned with no overdue fees at this time. The A member of the Next- and pulling vehicle door han- General, the Public Utility Commission ing and loud muffl ers. library continues to provide online resources to enjoy the library virtually. Large items such as FLIP Edward Michael Saunders, door app posted that on Fri- dles. The member states that (PUC) which oversees ERCOT gets to I have lived in my home for 61 years kits or laptops should not be placed in the book drop. Keep those items until further notice. 66, of Houston died Friday, day, June 18, around 2:30 a neighbor approached and decide what information is public. so well know the area from I-45 being two The Houston Public Library has electronic resources, books, audiobooks, databases for research, a.m., in the Victoria Park questioned the man and that tutoring, language learning, education and parent information for Texas residents with a library card. June 18, 2021, following Remember that this is an agency that lanes in each direction and U-Turns still a valiant fi ght against the subdivision near Almeda local police were contacted. is totally controlled by state law, has allowed to what we have now. I have been Also, under Here’s What’s Happening, the card titled Online Resources for Kids accesses a Virtual Mall people in a Chevrolet The incident happened Thurs- Storytime provided on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 11 a.m. The archived storytimes are COVID-19 virus. A born- claimed in litigation that it is entitled to fortunate to be a member of the PIP for again Christian at the age Suburban shot toward the day, June 17, on Ryewater sovereign immunity as a state agency, found on Facebook under Houston Public Library Virtual Storytimes. All overdue fi nes/fees will be neighbor’s house where their Drive. many years. waived through June 30, 2021, retroactive to March 14, 2020. For more information, visit www.hous- of 26, Mike spent the next and was just bailed out by the Texas Leg- Richard does an outstanding job, has 40 years transforming lives parents live. The bullet went A member of People of islature to the tune of about $2.5 billion. tonlibrary.org to chat with a librarian 24/7, or to send questions through HPL’s email reference. through their front window. Sagemont Facebook group good speakers but we just have a prob- Parker Williams Library across the United States And yet, according to the Attorney Gen- lem getting people to come join us. preaching the word of God, Fortunately, no one was home posted that on Friday, June eral, those who will ultimately pick up the Parker Williams Library has now offi cially reopened its doors, subject to limited capacity. See the at the time. The member is 11, while they were eating at Now, I do speak up. I like to go through website at https://www.hcpl.net/reopening for information. The library will follow state and county which ultimately became his tab for this fi asco have no right to see channels but if something big needs to be passion in life. asking if anyone has any foot- IHOP on Fuqua, their vehicle ERCOT’s records. guidelines for mask and social distancing. age of something similar hap- was broken into. The mem- done I go to the top. Chief of Police Fin- The book drop is open. Social media links are Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Insta Mike was preceded in Of course, Governor Abbott could, ner does hear from me. I look forward to death by his parents Ricki pening to notify them. ber stated that the only thing gram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. A member of the Neigh- with one telephone call, instruct his ap- a good productive relationship with you. Parker Williams “No-Contact Curbside Holds Pick-Up” and Charles Saunders. He is taken was a North Face back- pointees to the PUC to stop fi ghting the Jim Muecke – After receiving notifi cation that holds are ready for pickup, call 832-927-7870. survived by sons Brandon bor’s app posted that there pack that had a pink Spectra – Have a library card number and PIN handy. Saunders and wife Amber, was a man walking around S2 breast pump in it. – A pickup time and instructions will be given. Caleb Saunders and Joshua Brook nationally recognized – Upon arriving at the library, follow the instructions given. Saunders; grandsons Nathan, – Be prepared to show a library card or other form of ID for verifi cation. Kamdyn, Mason and Hayden SSouthouth BBelt-Ellingtonelt-El lington LeaderLeader Continued from Page 1 hosted “Character Seminars” initiated and led by Clear Curbside hours are: Monday – Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1– 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 Saunders; sisters Rikki Pop- brightness in their rooms. I where they would determine Lake students, was also p.m. Visit https://www.hcpl.net/branch/parker-williams-branch-library for details. kin, Charlene Vaughan and The Voice of Community-Minded People am so excited for our students relevant topics for discus- honored for their work to Online services Diane Cobble; numerous and teachers and grateful for sion with all students during advocate for safety and eq- – Use HCPL Wi-Fi service with HCPL’s drive-up Wi-Fi. nieces, nephews, cousins and 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 the connection to our com- advisory class. uity during the COVID-19 – Download e-books and audiobooks, stream movies, research and learn at www.hcpl.net. church friends; and many munity.” “As we continue our char- pandemic. – Attend an HCPL program or story time online through Facebook or YouTube. friends around the world. E-mail: [email protected] Clear Lake was recog- acter journey, to be recog- Most recently their ef- – Check an account to renew loans or request books, e-books, comics or graphic novels. Blessed with a beautiful nized for four character nized for programs that are forts have been nationally – Stream classic fi lms, Indie cinema and award-winning documentaries on Kanopy. voice, Mike took up playing Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners – Listen to audiobooks through RBDigital or OverDrive. programs on campus. In part of the culture of Clear recognized by the Texas the guitar and often played to “Character Court,” the boys Lake by organizations not School Safety Center in – Read along and play with picture books on TumbleBooks. Don’t have an HCPL library card? Instant access can be obtained to all HCPL’s digital materials the delight of many who were basketball team would spend familiar with us is encour- their School Safety Spot- eager to hear the sweet songs New Covenant Christian Church time at elementary campuses aging,” said David Drake, and research tools with an iKnow Digital Access Card. Apply at https://www.hcpl.net/services/iknow- light Program. card for a HCPL card. For details, visit https://www.hcpl.net. of praise. His keen sense of Day Care Christian Based Child Care and conduct activities. “Win- Clear Lake principal. “We Both schools will be cel- humor and vivid imagination know what great things our Thursday, June 24, 10:30 a.m. Virtual Toddler Time. Take a moment to have some fun and inter- ter Wonderland” brought stu- ebrated during Character. action with the little one or little ones. Join Mr. John (John Harbough) and Mr. Jason (Jason Cruz) for often led him to embellish dent council members from community does, and to have org’s 2021 Virtual National a virtual Toddler Time through Microsoft Teams. Parents are encouraged to participate to facilitate stories like only Mike could, Now Enrolling all of the feeder elementary others recognize what we do Forum in October 2021. interaction. While this program is designed for 18 months to 4-year-olds, all children and families making his tall tales outra- schools together for a day- validates our journey.” To learn more, about the are welcome to join virtually. Sign up once with a valid email address online at https://www.hcpl.net/ geously funny. Mike was a long character workshop. A A group called the programs, visit Character. branch/parker-williams-branch-library to get a weekly invitation. son, brother, father, grandfa- committee of students also CCISD Students for Safety, org. #toddlertime #storytime #story #childrensbooks #reading #books #harriscountypl #HCPL ther, uncle, friend, and a man Thursday, June 24, 2 p.m. Parker Williams Book Club: “The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek” seeking God daily. But the by Kim Michele Richardson. Contact the branch to reserve a copy today. The meetings are over Mic- love he had for his family, rosoft Teams. Email Tanner Adams at [email protected] for more information and an invite. especially his sons and grand- CCISD students honored Friday June 25, 1 p.m. Draw with Me. Join Ariel Perez who tries something a little more diffi cult, sons, was immeasurable. He New Covenant Christian Church provides Christian but still fun and easy to follow. Residents will be needing pens and markers for these videos which was immensely proud of each based child care for the local community. Director will be featured on Facebook and Instagram. of them and their success- Nedra Jackson and her staff are here to take Friday, June 25th at 5 p.m. Is It Wrong to Watch So Much Anime? Episode 21: Spring Wrap-Up. es. He never failed to praise Spring can’t last forever. Mr. John and Mr. Jason will run down all the titles worthy of watching perfect care of your children while you work. from the end of the spring season. This video will be featured on Facebook.com/ParkerWilliamsLi them as only fathers can do. brary. #anime #animefan #manga #otaku #animelove #harriscountypl #HCPL After his love of Christ, they 281.481.2003 Friday, June 25, 7 p.m. Codenames. Spymasters. Clues. Join in for an online game of Codenames. were his greatest love. Mike www.newcovenantchristianchurchhouston.com led a prison ministry for sev- Two teams face off and race to fi nd their operatives before the enemy can. An internet connection is 10603 Blackhawk Blvd. Houston, Tx 77089 required. Contact [email protected] for more information. eral years leading young men Monday, June 28, 1 p.m. Library Cookout: BBQ Sauce. Sometimes the right sauce can make or toward a better life. His suc- Blackhawk @ Kirkfair break the taste of your meal. Learn how to make a basic barbecue sauce for grill and glaze and another cess in this endeavor proved one for dipping just in time for Fourth of July. This program will be on Facebook Live at Facebook. to be legendary. In the most ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary recent past Mike transitioned Catholic Church #barbeque #barbequenation #barbequesauce #cookout #cookbooks #harriscountypl #HCPL to a new ministry supporting Rev. Douglas J. Guthrie, Pastor Monday, June 28, 3:30 p.m. Community craft: Fourth of July craft: Sweet Freedom paper door American veterans of all ages 11011 Hall Rd. hanger. Explore one’s creation with this take-home DIY paper door hanger to “light up” one’s door in through G.I.’s Friend, Inc. For (between Beamer & Blackhawk) this Fourth of July celebration. these and many other attri- www.stlukescatholic.com Tuesday, June 29, 10:30 a.m. Virtual Story Time Join Mr. John (John Harbaugh) and Mrs. butes his family stands in awe Celeste (Celeste Plew) This program will be on Facebook Live at Facebook.com/ParkerWil of Michael. LITURGY SCHEDULE (Modified during COVID-19) liamsLibrary. #storytime #story #childrensbooks #reading #books #harriscountypl #HCPL The funeral service was Tuesday, June 29, noon. Drawing with Ms. Ariel (Ariel Perez). Get one’s creative juices fl owing Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. held Wednesday, June 23, Sunday 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.* and grab some markers or crayons. Join Ms. Ariel every Tuesday for virtual fun and easy cartoon 2021, at Peevey Funeral Home drawings featuring various doodles, numbers, and letters. This video will be featured on Facebook. Sunday 1 p.m. Misa en Español* com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. with visitation one hour prior *Also Available on Facebook Live Tuesday, June 29, 1:30 p.m. Texas Workforce Solutions: Job Search Skills. Join the Harris County to the service. Interment fol- Wednesday & Friday 9 a.m. Southeast branches for a job search seminar hosted by Texas Workforce Solutions In this seminar, lowed at Brookside Memorial Tuesday & Thursday 7 p.m. learn how to follow up with an employer after an interview and learn how to use social media as a Park, 13747 Eastex Freeway, Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confessions) networking tool. This event will be over Microsoft Teams. Call the branch at 832-927-7870 to register offi ciated by the Rev. Danny Thursday 7:45 to 8:30 p.m. Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. The CCISD Students for Safety with their teachers from two high schools are or register online at the Parker Williams events page. Farley. Parish Office: 281-481-6816 shown, left to right, (front row) Esther Jin, Clear Springs; Sophie Snapp, Clear Wednesday, June 30, 3 p.m. Pets of PW: Ellie. Get to know the beloved pets of those that work at Those honored to serve as Children’s Faith Formation: 281-481-4251 Lake; Sarayu Parthasarathy, Clear Brook; Zahra Virani, Clear Brook; (back row) your local Parker Williams Branch. Since June is Adopt-A-Cat Month, participants will learn more pallbearers were Craig Saun- Adult Faith Formation: 713-538-2862 Aaron Troyer, Clear Lake assistant principal; Surya Chinnappa, Clear Lake; Adam about Mr. Michael’s (Michael Saperstein’s) cat Ellie. This video will be featured on Facebook.com/ ders, Chase Cobble, Martin ParkerWilliamsLibrary and Instagram.com/ParkerWilliamsLibrary. All are welcome to come to worship and serve the Lord Colman, Clear Lake; and Christina Cavaliere, administrative intern at Clear Lake. Rivera, Jack Lutrick, Gary in a spirit of love, sharing, and hope. #catsofi nstagram #petsofi nstagram #cat #cats #harriscountypl #HCPL Lutrick and Brian Green. June 24, 2021, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 3 Roberts receives grant for math department Simmons honored at Sam Houston State University Aneika Simmons, daughter of Kenneth and Venita Coleman, graduated from J. Frank Dobie High School in 1992, the University of Texas at Austin in 1996 with her undergraduate degree, the University of Houston in 2002 with her master’s degree, and completed her doctorate in business at Texas A&M University in 2006. Simmons is married to Anjuan Simmons with three children and they reside in The Woodlands. Simmons is a professor of management at Sam Houston State University and was recently named one of two Facul- ty Administrative Fellows. This position is important because it provides an opportunity for faculty mem- bers to have more exposure to university leadership and operate as an administrator. Simmons is conduct- Roberts Middle School was granted a $650 check from PISD Education Burleigh Chiropractic; Shannon O’Connor, teacher; Denise Burleigh, ing a campuswide project on burnout. The intent is to Fund that was fully funded for the RMS math fl uency. Shown above are, Burleigh Chiropractic; Josselyn Perez, teacher; Judy Harrison, PISD Edu- help faculty and staff avoid burnout and recover from left to right, Dr. DeeAnn Powell, superintendent; Kassandra Davis, teach- cation Fund board president; Lashondra Evans, coach; Steve Sipes, PISD burnout without stigmatization, ultimately resulting in er; Susie Nguyen, teacher; Melissa Jimenez, teacher; Barry Burleigh, Education Fund director; Erin Perry, teacher; and Hector Del Rio, teacher. a healthier campus. South Houston names sixth six-weeks honor roll Smoke drives Garcia to success South Houston High Alyssa Madrigal, Danie- ilar, Jose Aguilar, Valeria Al- na Moreno. pean, Idalia Contreras, Dam- School staff announced their la Maldonado, Jesus Marin, dape Calzada, Juan Alfonso, Rigoberto Orellana, Isa- aris Cornejo and Rebecca Cor- South Houston High School’s Shining Star Liliana 2017-2018), SoHo ECHS Garden Club (co-founder, 2018- sixth six-weeks honor roll. Judith Martinez, Kassandra Alejandra Arredondo, Edgard iah Orta, Aliana Paez, Jona- tez. Garcia (below, right) is shown with distinguished educator 2019) and Gay-Straight Alliance (president, 2019). Ex- Ninth grade Martinez, Raul Martinez, Banuelos, Stephanie Barrien- than Piche, Saul Quintanilla, Jeremy Cruz Gonzalez, Abby Smoke who teaches ninth-grade AP human geogra- tracurricular activities for Garcia include ECHS tutoring Mikaela Acosta Andrew Tristan McGuffery and Maria tos and Yeisi Benitez-Vazquez. Emmanuel Ramirez, Govany Edi Cruz Vega, Nikko Dele- phy. (2019-2020), Garden Club (2019), National Honor Society Alcantar, Jessica Alfaro, Eliz- Meza-Gonzales. Jacqueline Bocanegra, Ramirez, Janeth Ramirez and on, Maryella Diaz, Dreshon Commenting on her teacher, Garcia said, “I chose Mrs. (2018-2021), ECHS student council (2017-2018). abeth Almaguer, Christopher Omar Montalvo, Alondra Kensy Bonilla Lainez, Cris- Maritza Ramirez. Downey, Jorge Estrada, Va- Smoke because I believe her class set me up to succeed in Community service activities for Garcia included SoHo Almanza, David Alvarado Morales Cordon, Gavin Mo- tian Briagas, Cristal Camacho Jose Ramos, Amy Rios nessa Forbes, Katherine Gal- the ECHS program. Her AP human geography class was ECHS tutoring (67 hours) and after-school event help (48 Paz, Maria Alvarez Ramos, rales, Aldo Navarro Moran, Najera, Isaac Camacho, Kim- Del Cid, Angel Rivas, Kater- lardo and Richard Gallegos. the fi rst class that challenged me in high school. Despite hours). “After high school, I plan on studying architectural Rebeca Alvarez Torres and Jaui Navarro, Laila Olmos, berly Cantillano Pavon, Glad- in Rivera Diaz, Diana Rivera, Dixcy Garcia Valenzuela, this, her teaching style and generous support not only engineering at University of Texas at Austin,” Garcia said. Kevin Alvarez. Edgar Orozco, Zachariah Pa- ys Cantillano Roslaes, Ariana Cesar Rodriguez, Kathryn Ro- Angelica Garcia, Karla Gar- helped me through my fi rst year of high school, but also The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a series Pedro Alvarez, Daniel Ar- checo and Miracle Payne. Cantu and Daniel Carrillo. driguez, Leslie Rodriguez and cia, Lizeth Garcia, Rick Gar- gave me the tools I needed to succeed in every class there- of students being honored along with their favorite mentor. royo-Yepez, Jennifer Aven- Michelle Perez, Ryan Diego Castaneda Medina, Susana Rodriguez. cia, Saul Garcia, Yaneli Garib- after. I truly loved spending time with her in and out of The Shining Stars represent the top South Houston High dano Gaytan Andrea Ayala, Pham, Adrian Pineda, Fernan- Gael Castillo, Juan Cavazos, Paloma Rosas, Karen ay, Daniel Garza and Elizabeth the classroom – I’ll always remember watching movies, School students. The information and photos were submit- Jonathan Barrientos, Breana do Pruneda, Giselle Quinte- Angeles Chamorro Hernan- Sagredo Galan, Celissa Sala- Garza. discussing Game of Thrones, or playing cards with Mrs. ted by Pasadena Independent School District. Benitez, Michell Bernardo, ro, Kaylee Ramirez, Pamela dez, Joseph Chavez, Cesar zar, Jailyn Saldana, Astrid Jesus Gonzalez, Leslie Smoke and my friends after school!” The Leader is also running the Shining Stars from Do- Ovidio Bustillo and Dora Ca- Ramirez, Joanna Ramos and Conde, Heidy Cruz, Gabriela Salinas Velasquez, Ingrid San- Gonzalez, Bianca Gutierrez, Garcia has shown leadership as SoHo Early College bie, Lewis Career & Technical and Pasadena Memorial ballero. Rosa Reyes. Davila Barron and Gabriela chez, Valeria Sanchez, Steph- Alexandra Guzman, Raul Her- High School student council (public relations director, high schools. Rosa Campos, Ashly Ca- Sebastian Reyes, Onorio Deras Calix. anie Sandoval and Crystal nandez Ramirez, Evelin Her- nales Arias, Jose Cardoza, Rico, Maria Rivera Robles, Diego Espinosa, Joseph Saucedo. nandez, Josiah Horton, Yahai- Aaron Chavarria, Ja’nai Curry, Stacie Rivera, Cheyenne Rob- Ferguson, Heidi Franco, Man- Shakia Scott, Jeremiah ra Ibarra and Latavia King. Angelina Damian, Olga Diaz ertson, Josephine Robles, Sil- uel Galindo, Susana Garcia Sheppard-Rubio, Olufunmi- Talia King, Christian Camacho, Paola Diaz Galvan vio Rodriguez Suarez, Mansa Perez, Kimberly Garcia, Ce- layo Talabi, Ashley Trujillo Labra, Seep Lona, Bryan Lo- and Abraham Escareno. Rogers and Carlos Roman. sar Garibay, Natalie Garza and Andrea Valadez Alvizo, Ev- pez, Marium Macias, Ivan Everth Flores, Isael Flores, Victoria Romano, Dina Marisol Gomez Camero. elyn Valdez and Alexandra Marquez, Domenica Marro- Jacob Flores, Jadon Flores, Romero, Diana Rubio, Luis Aimee Gomez, Jefferson Vazquez Garcia. quin, Destiny Marshall and Jayden Flores, Jesus Flores, Salas Mercado, Estefany Sala- Gomez, Nathalie Gomez, Al- Melissa Vazquez, Hanson Alazae Martinez. Natalie Funes, Manuel Gam- zar, Jose Salazar, Brayan San- ize Gonzales, Lea Guzman, Vo, Demarcus Whitaker, Ari- Chrystal Martinez, Luis boa and Aldo Garcia Loya. chez, Roselyn Sanchez and Maylyn Hernandez, Melanie el Zamora, Josue Zuniga and Martinez, Alejandro Mata, Kenneth Garcia Martinez, Roselin Serna. Hernandez, Nicolas Hernan- Angie Zuviri. Jocelynn Mata, Rosa Mayor Angela Garcia, Emily Garza, Jacob Sheppard-Rubio, dez and Jeremiah Horton. 11th grade Suarez, Treveon McGuffery, Ethan Garza, Trynity Garza, Emmanuel Solano, Alan So- Christina Houston, Tuan Esteban Abascal, Joselyne Destiny McKnight, Bianca Elias Gauna, Deairra Golden, lis, Salomon Sosa, Bryanna Huynh, Jacob Jaimes, Amy Acosta, Alejandro Aguilar, Medellin and Gloria Mendez. Julie Gonzales and Hidekel Suarez, Kevin Terrell, Caleb Jimenez, Jazlyn Jimenez, Ja- Yanira Alfaro, Natalie Amaya, Katteri Mendoza, Na- Gonzalez. Trejo, Brandon Trevino and cob Juarez, Carolina Julian, Keyla Amaya-Hernandez, Ri- talie Mendoza, Nestor Meza, Christian Granados, Eddie Edward Trujillo. Ashley Lara and Sindi Lemus cardo Anaya, Anthony Arguel- Sa’von Mitchell, Liliana Guerrero, Azael Gutierrez, Mariela Urias-Sarmiento, Ruiz. lo and Yessenia Argueta Lara. Moncada, Yesenia Monter- Edwin Hernandez Angeles, Isaac Valdez Gonzalez, Eric Krystal Lira, Aileen Lopez, Javier Arzate, Jennifer roza, David Morales, Jesus Cristian Hernandez, Frida Valdez, Gabriel Valenzue- Jesiel Lopez, Sonia Lopez, Balleza, Donato Barrientos Morales and Pablo Morales. Hernandez, John Hernandez, la, Melanie Vargas Garcia, Joel Luque, Matthew Macias, Arredondo, Michelle Busta- Neyder Moreno Mendez, Valeria Hernandez and Angela Jamileth Vasquez and Noemi Stephanie Maldonado, Natalia mante, Jose Cabrera Ramirez, Yurely Negron, Joe Orozco, Herrera. Vasquez. Martinez and Daisy McGarri- Alexis Calles, Daniel Cam- Enrique Ortiz Guevara, Yo- Elissa Herrera, Ruby Her- Daniel Vazquez, Oscar ty. puzano, Alexander Cantarero selin Ortiz, Emily Padron, rera, Gabrielle Howard, Kayla Vilchis, Angela Villafranco, Keven Medel, Edwin Men- and Hazel Canton. Alec Palacios, Stefany Perez Hughes, Ciara Jackson, Ben- Ja’kobe Wilson, Ashley Zarate dez, Daisy Mendoza, Richard Viviana Castaneda, Elis- Macias and Mariah Perez. jamin Jimenez, Jose Labra, and Leslie Zarate. Mendoza, Tomas Meza, Emi- sa Cervantes, Alondra Chapa, Stephanie Perez, Stephanie Kayleen Leal and Abril Leon. 10th grade ly Millan, Maribel Montalvo, Matthew Collada, Dayannia Peterson, Uyen Pham, Jaida Hamilton Lopez De Leon, Edith Acosta, Denisse Agu- Nathanael Morales and Cristi- Colon Santiago, Seth Com- Continued on Page 8 Burnett celebrates Beverly Hills announces sixth six-weeks honor roll Beverly Hills Intermediate Reed, Kaitlyn Resendez, Al- Joy Menahem, Danie- hum Olivos Tenoria, Felicity Milly Salas, Matthew Sala- offi cials announced their hon- exander Resendiz, Destiny la Mendoza, Eric Mendoza, Padilla, Angelina Paquinto zar, Yahir Sanchez, Rhema or roll for the sixth six-weeks. Reyes, Aileen Rivera, Rachel Mateo Mercado, Miguel Mer- and Sofi a Pastrana. Sanni-Thomas, Omar San- Parades’ retirement Seventh grade Rivera, Adrian Rodriguez and cedes, Rayan Mirza, Diego Jashara Pendleton, Mi- tos Fuentes, Lizbeth Serrano, Aubrey Adler, Leonela Alexander Salguero. Montelongo, Danilo Moran chelle Pham, Cardin Phan, Cindy Su, Jasmine Sunga and After 28 years in the fi eld of education, Burnett Ele- retirement milestone, staff and students dressed up accord- Aguila, Jozeph Alejo, Drea- Anthony Salguero, Dylan and Edson Moreno. Khanh Phan, Tran Phan, Ja- Jazmine Teissonniere. mentary assistant principal Esmeralda Paredes retired ing to daily themes: superhero, favorite color blue, relax- gon Alexander, Dulce Arias, Salinas, Aaron Sanchez, Cris- Jeshua Moreno, Shazia mare Philbert, Isabelle Pich- Leonard Thumann Andres June 10. Paredes began her educational career in Houston ing PJs and Hawaiian shirts to bid her farewell. Hussai Arias, Alyciana Ar- topher Sanchez, Desiree San- Mustapha, Charles Nash, ardo, Uriel Polito and Kaden Tolentino, Angelina Tran, Loi ISD in 1992 as a fourth-grade bilingual teacher. A retirement celebration was held May 27. Family, col- melin, Eduardo Arredondo chez, Jacob Sanchez, Alejan- Jack Ngo, Riley Nguyen To, Price. Tran, Sarah Trinh, Samantha Parades began her Pasadena ISD career in 2000 as a leagues (past/present) and friends, including a Mariachi and Brylon Badger. dro Sauceda, Dayana Serrano Bruce Nguyen, Dylan Nguy- Tahllon Provost, Yese- Truong and Samantha Uribe. bilingual teacher at Garfi eld Elementary. She was a peer band wished her well alongside her husband Javier Pare- Mikalya Bain, Zarrean and Kaitlyn Sherwood. en, Jacky Nguyen and Kristi nia Quezada, Jaden Quiroz, Vivian Vega, Kennedy Vil- facilitator at Fisher Elementary before assuming the po- des who will also be retiring from his 40-year career as a Barrientez, Arihanna Ber- Cameron Smith Mikle, Nguyen. Adriana Ramirez, Gabriella lafana, Michael Williams, Aa- sition of assistant principal at Burnett Elementary during construction foreman. rones, Diana Bonilla, Nathaly Savannah Talavera, Aspen Linda Nguyen, Nhi Nguy- Ramirez, Evalynn Ramos, Is- liyah Wilson, Luis Ysaguirre, the 2006-2007 school year under the leadership of former The newly retired couple plan to spend their time mak- Bonilla, Isabella Byron, Ju- Thompson, Jaiden Torres, en, Thanh Nguyen, Diego abella Rangel, Evan Rodri- Jordi Zamudio and Yuriana principal Cynthia Henderson. ing more memories with their family, participating in lian Calderon Vargas, Nicole Bladimir Tovar, Kaylanie Nunez, Giovanni Nunez, Na- guez and Sydney Rodriguez. Zollocoffer. For the past 15 years Parades has touched the lives of missionary work through Sagemont Church and traveling Campos and Julissa Cantu. Tran, Eliud Urbina Paez An- many staff members, students and their families with her abroad to Israel and other destinations. Thien Cao, Zenaida Cisne- dres Valdez and Brandon Ven- positivity and kindness. In the fi nal days leading to her Below, left to right, (front row) are family members ros, Aubri Cole, Tiffany Con- tura. Javier Parades, husband; Esmeralda Parades; (back treras, Chloe Crosby, Chris- Theodore Villarreal, Au- row) Alex Smalls, son-in-law; Cynthia Smalls, daughter, tina Dang, Jeremiah Davis, drey Volper, Bao Vu, Leslie 2007 Dobie grad; Javier Parades Jr., son, 2006 Dobie Katelyn De Leon and Josselyn Walker, Clayton Washington grad; and Jesse Parades, son, 2016 Dobie grad. Delgado. and Jai’ana Washington. Lynn Dickerson, An Do, Xandria Williams, Xime- Hayden Do, Gizelle Escobar, na Yepez, Yuliana Zambrano, Chloe Estes, Desmond Eti- Christopher Zarate Moreno enne, Norman Fabian Alba, and Summer Zuniga. Oliver Fabian Guzman and Eighth grade Esbeidy Fonseca. Diego Aguilera, Giselle Tatiana Franks, Joselyn Aguirre, Abigail Alvarez, Bry- Galvan, Ethan Garay, Edward an Anderson, Jeremy Arcene- Garcia, Johnny Garcia, Chris- aux, Malynia Armelin, Tay- topher Gomez, Angel Gon- lor Armstrong-Forniss, Kalel zales, Ryleigh Gonzalez and Arredondo and Giselle Ayala. Ella Guerra. Neveah Ben-Smith, Diego Cristian Guerrero, Danie- Bonilla, Hector Callejas, Mia la Guerrero, Alvaro Guevara, Campos, Mikera Carraway, Joel Gutierrez, Ashley Her- Aiden Carrillo, Ariana Cas- nandez, Luis Hernandez, Mi- taneda, Thomas Castelan and chael Hernandez, Christopher Kahlina Chahayed. Shown above, Esmeralda Parades poses in front of one Hernandez-Chavarria and Victor Chapa, Covan of the reception backdrops that was made for her retire- Kenny Ho. Chavez, Kobi Conaway, ment party. Trinity Hoang, Eli Jack- Avangeline Cosse, Kiana son, Jordan Johnson, Siah Cruz, Eduardo Cuevas, Alex- Johnson, Marcus Jones, Au- is Davis, Anthony Dinh and drina Lanza, Richard Le, Eduardo Dominguez. Janiel Lebron Delgado and Samuel Errasti, Alexa Jayden Lee. Fernandez, Alan Flores, Jose Joselyn Lima, Francia Lu- Flores, Brenden Foxx, Kylie engo Montano, Ilana Luna, Gale, Jenny Gallardo, Freddy Nathan Luna, Peyton Lynn, Gallegos and Angel Garcia. Nayelly Marqueze, David Jenna Garza, Alexandra Martinez, Eduardo Martinez Gomez, Freddie Gonzales, and Kevin Martinez. Valerie Gonzales, Christian Natalia Martinez, Nicho- Gonzalez, Diego Gonzalez, las Martinez, Xavier Marti- Lavon Graham, Ke’myra nez, Mark Mata, Victor Mejia, Green and Hector Guevara Isaac Mendez, Nelson Men- Avila. dez, Simon Montemayor and Emmaly Gutierrez, Jacob Steven Morillo Rodriguez. Guzman, Johnathan Hatton, Jacoby Muniz, Matthew Isabella Hernandez, Jaylen Muniz, Tommy Ngo Andrew Hernandez, Kynadi Hines, Nguyen, Chloe Nguyen, Cj Juan Hinojosa Vasquez, Ru- Nguyen, Dan Nguyen, Diana ben Hinojosa and Halaina Nguyen and Gia Nguyen. Hobbs. Hannah Nguyen, Hoang Shalaci Hollis, Laila Jack, Nguyen, Mary Nguyen, Mat- Nia Jackson, Zoey Janke, thew Nguyen, Ngan Nguyen, Melanie Jaramillo Zamora, Michaela Offord, Kamilah Isaiah Jasmine, Jorge Jasso, Oliva, Nair Olvera Guerrero Erron Jones and Abigail Ko- and Ryan Pacheco. plin. Waleska Palacios, Isabel- Jamiya Lacy, Alexander la Pena, Matthew Perez, Don Lara, Christopher Lopez, Mia Shown above, left to right (front row) Carolina Reza, Paredes’ mother; Andres Reza, Paredes’ father; (back row) Pham, Hannah Pham, Cynthia Lozano, Yamila Luna, Bobby Jim Boggs, brother-in-law; Elizabeth Boggs, sister; Letisia Ramirez, sister; Laurentina Saucedo, sister; and Es- Pineda, Ademay Pol, Austin Maldonado, Katlyn Martinez, meralda Paredes. Prouse and Jezreel Ramales. Naomi Martinez and Zaniya Joaquin Ramirez, Lucas McClain. Page 4, South Belt-Ellington Leader, June 24, 2021 BAHEP holds membership meeting; airport system discussed Continued from Page 1 over the previous year. By cates that HAS will be at 110 the need for business travel Federal Aviation Admin- ically that a training center lins Aerospace will plan, ploy up to 250 engineers has affected every nuance of Houston – and its vision – December 2020, that num- percent of the passenger traf- returns. Diaz said that a re- istration making Ellington is fundamental to companies design and construct an es- and technicians. Construc- society. The Houston Space- Establish the Houston Air- ber showed a 55 percent de- fi c of 2019. He believes that covery to pre-COVID levels Airport the 10th commer- seeking a skilled workforce. timated 116,000-square-foot tion is slated to begin in the port has become another gem port System as a fi ve-star crease. By April 2021, there much of this is attributable to will not happen until 2023 cial spaceport in the nation New developments facility for offi ce space and second quarter of this year in the crown of the Houston global air service gateway was a 29.7 percent decrease. leisure travel, since business and probably more like 2024. and one of two such space- Axiom Space and Col- manufacturing laborato- with completion within 24 Airport System and contin- where the magic of fl ight is Diaz delivered great news in traffi c has not recovered. Houston Spaceport ports in Texas. The mission lins Aerospace have signed ry space, including 10,000 months. ues to expand. celebrated. that the projected passenger That, he said, will change as In June 2015, HAS was of the Houston Spaceport agreements to develop their square feet of accelerator Bright future ahead The future is bright for Houston Airports is a traffi c for June and July indi- the economy picks up and awarded a license from the is to create a focal point for facilities at the Houston space on approximately 8.37 The aviation indus- the aviation/aerospace indus- fi nancially self-sustaining aerospace innovation with a Spaceport. Axiom Space acres. try is recovering from the try in Houston, the home of department of the City of cluster of aerospace compa- specializes in aerospace The company will em- COVID-19 pandemic which human spacefl ight. Houston. Its three airports – nies that will lead the US in technology and management George Bush Intercontinen- Diaz speaks on Ellington future the transition from a govern- of missions to space. Axiom tal, William P. Hobby and El- ment-focused to a commer- Station, orbiting 250 miles Junkin inspired by Berreth’s life advice lington – saw over 59 million cially driven space program. above Earth and traveling J. Frank Dobie High School’s Shining ties for Junkin include FIRST (For Inspira- passengers in 2019 before The Houston Spaceport is faster than 17,000 miles per Star Casey Junkin (below, left) is shown tion and Recognition of Science and Tech- COVID, and 24.7 million in a 422-acre site for aerospace hour, will be a commercial with distinguished educator Dianne Ber- nology) robotics, Dobie varsity volleyball 2020. The airports contribut- development. laboratory and residential reth who teaches 11th-grade AP chemistry. and VEX robotics. Community service ac- ed more than $36 billion to The former Boeing offi ce infrastructure that will serve Commenting on her teacher, Junkin tivities for Junkin included National Honor the local economy in 2019. building was purchased in as a home to microgravity said, “For Mrs. Berreth, learning went be- Society and Dobie Student Council. Both IAH and HOU have late 2015 and renamed the experiments, critical space yond what she could teach in AP chemis- “After high school, I plan on attending been awarded 4-star service Houston Aerospace Support environment materials test- try. She made the navigation through life Georgia Tech to study Mechanical Engi- ratings by Skytrax, a global Center. Phase 1 infrastruc- ing, and use by private and so much easier and was an amazing chem- neering,” Junkin said. air transport rating organiza- ture was recently completed professional astronauts. istry teacher as well. She never gave up on The South Belt Shining Stars will be pre- tion. The ratings make Hous- – a $21 million investment Axiom plans an Aero- her students, including me. The pandemic sented in a series of students being honored ton the third city in the world with $1 million Economic space Operations and Tech- being no exception. Even after the comple- along with their favorite mentor. and the fi rst in the U.S. with Development Administra- nology Facility Development tion of her class, Mrs. Berreth continues The Shining Stars represent the top J. two airports earning four tion grant – which included for the production of space to teach and mentor her students. Without Frank Dobie High School students. The stars for service. roads, cabling, and utilities station components: Habi- some of her life changing advice, I don’t information and photos were submitted by Diaz outlined strategic serving 153 acres. Diaz said tation, Research and Manu- know where I would be. She has pushed me Pasadena Independent School District. priorities for the airports that this was a strong selling facturing, Observation and beyond what I ever saw myself capable of The Leader is also running the Shining which are: 1) Make Our point for companies consid- Power Thermal Modules for and for that I am eternally grateful.” Stars from South Houston, Lewis Career Passengers Happy, 2) Act ering building at the space- Axiom Station. Construc- Junkin has shown leadership as student & Technical and Pasadena Memorial high Responsibly to Achieve So- port. tion of this approximately body vice president. Extracurricular activi- schools. cial, Environmental, and In addition to serving as 400,000-square-foot facility Economic Sustainability, 3) a launch and landing site for on a 14-acre plot of land in Build Platforms for Future suborbital, reusable launch the Phase 1 area of the Hous- Success, 4) Invest in Our vehicles, the Houston Space- ton Spaceport will begin in Partnerships and Our Em- port was developed to be a the fourth quarter of this year ployees. center for collaboration and or in the fi rst quarter of 2022. COVID-19 effects Mario C. Diaz, director of Aviation, Houston Airport System, was recently the fea- a hub for innovation. Today, Completion is set to take 24 The charts on Diaz’s Pow- tured speaker at the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s annual general Intuitive Machines is devel- months, and it is estimated erPoint presentation showed membership meeting. Diaz spoke on the current status of the airport system, as well oping the NOVA-C Lunar that 1,000 jobs will be creat- a 90 percent decrease in pas- as its future, including plans to construct the Houston Spaceport at Ellington Air- Lander to deliver commercial ed including those for engi- senger traffi c in May 2020 port. payloads to the lunar surface, neers and technicians. and San Jacinto College’s Collins Aerospace – a EDGE Center is providing division of Raytheon Tech- workforce training at the nologies – is a company Collins influences Lowtan to strive for success spaceport for the aerospace specializing in aviation and Lewis Career & Technical High School’s Shining Star Lowtan has shown leadership as a member of National industry. Diaz stated emphat- aerospace technology. Col- Xavier Lowtan (below, left) is shown with distinguished Honor Society and a member of Business Professionals of educator Madeline Collins who teaches 10th, 11th and 12th America. grade Advancement Via Individual Determination. Community service activities for Lowtan included vol- Ayusa seeks families Commenting on his teacher, Lowtan said, “Ms. Collins unteering at local community events and volunteering at the Ayusa is looking for host families to provide a safe and has been a phenomenal teacher that genuinely cares for CTHS courtroom. caring home environment in this area for high school ex- each one of her students. I’ve had Ms. Collins from sopho- “After high school, I plan on attending the University of change students. Requirements are a private or shared bed- more year to senior throughout her AVID class, which has Houston and majoring in supply chain management,” Low- room, three meals a day and local transportation. The student been an uplifting experience throughout my high school tan said. will have their own health insurance and money for personal years. The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a series items, sports and travel expenses, etc. The host family will “I can say she is one of the best teachers that has infl u- of students being honored along with their favorite mentor. have no legal liability for the student. University of Houston enced me to continue striving for success. Ms. Collins has The Shining Stars represent the top Lewis Career & graduate Sarah Jones is the local Ayusa liaison working to been a kindhearted and inspiring teacher throughout my Technical High School students. The information and pho- assist in placing students and coordinate with the host family high school years. I would like to say it has been an hon- tos were submitted by Pasadena Independent School Dis- and school. or and a wonderful experience to be a part of your AVID trict. The Leader is also running the Shining Stars from Do- Ayusa Global Youth Exchange is a nonprofi t high school (Advancement Via Individual Determination) class.” bie, Pasadena Memorial and South Houston high schools. exchange organization dedicated to the development of next generation of global leaders and world citizens. For more than 30 years, Ayusa has been connecting extraordinary in- ternational students with host families in the U.S. and other countries to cultivate leadership skills, develop intercultural Randalls celebrate 60 years awareness and enhance global knowledge not only through South Belt residents puter, phones and keeping hobby,” he added. Brent education, but through experience. Dick, 89, and Dorthene, their fi nances going,” said is the lone surviving rel- For more information or questions, email Sarah Jones at 92, Randall celebrated their Dick. “Dot ative in the Houston area. [email protected] or call 832-322-3193. 60th wedding anniversary has been homebound due Friends, co-workers and Visit www.Ayusa.org for accreditation and information Wednesday, June 16, 2021. to medical issues for many relatives may have passed with the Better Business Bureau, Youth Exchange and Study The couple built a home years, but manages to keep on but Dick and Dorthene and Council on Standards for International and Educational in Sagemont and have lived busy with her genealogy still have each other. Travel. there 53 years. In 1968 when they moved in, their HPD hosts youth program only child Dianne was 6 The Houston Police Department Southeast Division Post years old and attended all 8300 is offering its Explorers program every Tuesday at 5 p.m. the neighborhood schools at the HPD Southeast Patrol Station, located at 8300 Mykawa, including San Jacinto Col- to area youth considering a career in law enforcement. lege. Dianne married Dobie The Explorers program provides educational training pro- graduate Chris Connealy grams for young adults on the purposes, mission and objectives who later became fi re chief of law enforcement. of the Houston Fire Depart- The program provides career orientation experiences, lead- ment. Dianne died of cancer ership opportunities and community service activities. The pri- in 2010 but she left sons mary goals of the program are to help young adults choose a Brent and Kyle Connealy. career path within law enforcement and to challenge them to Dick retired in 1994 af- become responsible citizens. ter 27 years with a NASA For additional information, call HPD Offi cer L.E. An- contractor. Now he “spends derson at 346-397-1363 or email lloyd.anderson@houston his time maintaining the police.org. house, yard, food, car, com- Remember When

45 years ago (1976) Metro reduced its fare on Dobie High School band tial drainage utility charge complex. He was charged with victim, 24-year-old Sherell zons Early College High City Councilman Frank the 247 Fuqua and 244 Mon- director Ken Wright resigned from approximately $8.25 per aggravated robbery with a Nicole Baldwin of Huntsville, School, located on the San Mancuso acknowledged that roe Park and Rides to just $1 after 19 years to start a new month to between $5 and $6 deadly weapon. The other two was later determined to be sev- Jacinto College South cam- an additional exit from the during July. position as the fi ne arts direc- per month. suspects, including the one en months pregnant. Autopsy pus, was recognized by the area was needed after a fl ood 20 years ago (2001) tor of Channelview ISD. A security guard shot one who was shot, were not appre- results revealed she also suf- nonprofit advocacy group that stranded Sagemont, Sage- South Belt area community 10 years ago (2011) of three suspects who tried to hended. fered various types of trauma. Children at Risk as being one meadow, Sagemont Park and leaders were approached by Houston Mayor Annise hold up an armored car out- A woman’s burning body Investigators believe Baldwin of the top-10 high schools in Scarsdale residents in their Houston city offi cials to be- Parker announced the city side the Bank of America on was found in a vacant lot at was killed elsewhere and then the Greater Houston area. In subdivisions. come a Super Neighborhood. would make adjustments to the Gulf Freeway near Almeda 9500 Scranton near Easthav- dumped in the fi eld before her all, 1,331 public schools were Two savings and loan com- Jerry Speer, Jim Hulme the controversial new month- Mall. Shots were reportedly en. Employees at a business on body was set on fi re. Police say evaluated – 171 of which were panies in the Almeda Mall and Steve Jamail attended the ly drainage fees, signifi cantly exchanged between the the Gulf Freeway noticed the Baldwin had come to Houston high schools. CCISD’s Clear area were hit by a pair of rob- groundbreaking for the new lowering payments for area Loomis armored car officer blaze and called 911. Houston the day before to meet a friend Lake High School was also bers who robbed three savings Dobie campus on Blackhawk. residents. The measure re- and the suspects, with one of fi refi ghters responded to put and look for work. No arrests ranked in the top 10. and loan establishments in two 15 years ago (2006) duced the amount of impervi- the suspects being struck. The out the fl ames and discovered were made in the case as of 1 year ago (2020) weeks. Five Dobie High School ous surface used to calculate guard was not injured. Police the body. Authorities said it press time. The annual South Belt 40 years ago (1981) students were awarded schol- the fee for each property by later found one of the sus- appeared that someone poured 5 years ago (2016) Fourth of July fi reworks show U.S. Rep. Ron Paul protest- arships from the Austin Jay 1,000 square feet. This change pects, Malcolm Jamail Austin, a fl ammable liquid on the body Clear Creek Independent at El Franco Lee Park was can- ed the proposal to use Elling- Childs Memorial Fund. lowered the median residen- 25, at a nearby apartment before setting it ablaze. The School District’s Clear Hori- celed due to the COVID-19 ton Air Force Base as a deten- pandemic. This marks the sec- tion center for illegal Haitian ond time in the event’s 32-year and Cuban aliens at a meeting history the display has been at Teague Elementary. called off, as it had previously Southeast Volunteer fi re- Over The Back Fence by Alexis experienced a rainout. The an- men Brian Bennett and Steve nual South Belt Fourth of July Lombardi rescued a silver toy parade was also canceled out Dorthene and Dick Randall poodle from the Beamer Road of social-distancing concerns. ditch. This marked the second time 35 years ago (1986) in the parade’s 33-year history Sagemont Baptist Church that the event had been can- nt? held a ceremony celebrat- SEN. LARRY TAYLOR CELEBRATES 25 with cake and ice cream. for the next week’s publication. celed, as the 2018 parade was gna ing its 20th anniversary. The Special birthday wishes are sent from Meador Elementary Thursday, June 24: Barbara Stevens, rained out. Pre family and friends to Texas Sen. Larry Taylor Send a happy birthday greeting June 24 Stephanie Guzman and Lisa Yarzy; and I be church began with 16 people A 24-year-old man was ould on June 1, 1966. In 1988, the who celebrates a birthday June 24. Taylor is to Esmeralda Araujo. Remember to wish Wednesday, June 25: Caryn Cybulski, shot in the face during an alter- C word Baptist was removed a lifelong Texan and Baylor University grad Heather Cline a happy birthday June 25. Vicki Cox, Keith Lawler, Rebecca cation with an unknown male I need a pregnancy test from the church’s name so that who has served the community as a busi- Melillo Middle School Parchmont and Michelle Pewthers; at an apartment complex in the I need to know what to do anyone looking for a church nessman and as a state senator. Enjoying a birthday June 25 is Leticia Friday, June 25: Caryn Cybulski, Vicki 10900 block of the Gulf Free- We are here for you. We care!! would feel welcome. POMPAS ENJOY 47TH ANNIVERSARY Guevara. Break out the balloons and party Cox, Keith Lawler, Rebecca Parchmont way near Edgebrook. The vic- All Services are Free and Confidential. Woodmeadow resident Nancy and Roger Pompa celebrate 47 favors for Penny Havard June 26. The day and Michelle Pewthers; Saturday, June 26: tim was transported to an area Charles Wilson was charged years of marriage Wednesday, June 30. Best for a double-layer cake for Julie Jasso and Phil Sandlin, Eric Waguespack, Telena hospital in stable condition. 281-484-0005 with attempted murder and wishes are sent from friends to the special Kristin Konzelman is June 28. Marking Bence, Suzy Matthews, Maricela Juarez No immediate arrests were Beltway 8 South aggravated assault after he couple as they enjoy this anniversary. a special birthday June 30 is Christine and Laura Arnold; Sunday, June 27: Lorie made. Crisis Pregnancy Center allegedly shot his wife then HARDYS CELEBRATE 65 YEARS Wright. Medina, Zel Bell, Ruth Clay, Ynot Guillory, turned the gun on himself. Congratulations are sent to Rose and Roberts Middle School Danielle LeBlanc Judge and Robyn 30 years ago (1991) James Hardy who celebrate their 65th wed- Break out the cake and ice cream June 27 Bryant; Monday, June 28: Jan Edwards Lightning hit a residence in ding anniversary Wednesday, June 30, from for Gracie Hernandez. Barker, Daren Williams, Kim York Hillis the 11100 block of Sagecoun- friends in the South Belt area. Beverly Hills Intermediate and Carla Pronio; Tuesday, June 29: Kristi FURNITURE RE-DO try. SCHOOL DAZE The day for a birthday celebration for Rogers, Terri Nicholson, Cheryl Raymond South Belt’s local justice The following staff of the Pasadena Inde- Joseph Peterson is June 29. and Judy Lannou Thiele; and Wednesday, • Re-Pair • Re-Finish of the peace, Judge Howard pendent School District celebrate birthdays Dobie High June 30: Darla Arenas, Kimberly Villarreal, Wayland, took up the re- June 24 through June 30. Join in the birthday fun June 26 with Ana Susan Jenins-Cowan, Marlene Varela, • Re-Glue • Re-Screw sponsibility for educating the Atkinson Elementary Valencia. Blow out the birthday candles Sonya Hernandez and BJ Parmelee. state’s justices of the peace as Marking a memorable birthday June 27 is June 30 for Steven Mullins. LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS ‘We Re-Do For You’ vice chairman of the education Tulu Sarkar. Birthday greetings are sent to FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS Send and email with anniversary, vaca- committee. Maria Zamora June 28. Sing a birthday song For those wanting a birthday mentioned tion and information on other events to For Free Estimates Call: 25 years ago (1996) June 29 to Maria Giron. in this section, email mynews@southbelt [email protected] with OTBF in Jeff Davis 281-481-3216 Holly McCoy was crowned Genoa Elementary leader.com with “OTBF: Friends Celebrate the subject line by Friday noon for the next Miss South Belt. Celebrate the birthday of Tara Poi June Birthdays” in the subject line by Friday noon week’s issue. Thursday, June 24, 2021, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 5 SPORTS NEWS & NOTES Dickson advances within AAU track and field circuit Camryn Dickson, a Webster. In addition to Dick- dent. Dickson as she not only mates to further advance- and a bronze medal in the double medal winner at In the 100 meters at son, the Hurricanes’ 4x1 Dickson and all athletes aims for national success ment in the relays. 100 at the UIL State Track the UIL State Track and the Gulf Qualifier, Dick- group included Christina missed out on the 2020 in the two sprints but also In May, Dickson won a and Field Championships Field Championships, has son won at 11.92 seconds Pleasent, Kennedy Wade season due to the pandem- looks to help her team- silver medal in the 6A 200 in Austin. continued her strong run and was second in the 200 and Tamijah Furlow. ic, but are now making up this summer as part of the at 23.56 as Tomball Con- Meanwhile, H-Town’s for lost time while bid- Amateur Athletic Union cordia Lutheran Academy 4x4 foursome included ding to get to AAU Junior Pleasants voted best in Louisiana circuit. Class of 2021 graduate Dickson, Wade, Jaiden It- Olympic Games, which The Clear Brook High Taejha Badal grabbed the son and Ja’Nyla Tucker. are set for Humble July 31 School senior-to-be won gold medal in a time of For Dickson, it’s simply through August 7. the girls’ 17-18-year-old 23.47. the extension of a stellar Next, though, are the 100-meter dash and fin- Dickson also helped track and field career that AAU Regional Champi- ished second at the 200 guide the Hurricanes’ has included several na- onships that are coming distance while represent- 17-18 4x1 and 4x4 relay tional appearances prior July 1-3 back at Challeng- ing the H-Town Hurri- squads to a second place to this season, and there er Stadium in Webster as canes at the Gulf District time of 46.22 in the 4x1 is of course her success at the push to nationals con- Qualifier June 17-19 at and 3 minutes, 46 seconds the state level as a Clear tinues. Challenger Stadium in for the top spot in the 4x4. Brook High School stu- So far, so good for Student training pair lead way By John Bechtle “I had a lot of fun in ly include studies in the success. That makes it all Sports Editor the (athletic training) pro- biology field with an em- worth it.” A decision to visit the gram,” Rendon added. phasis on sports medicine. A lifelong Pasadena sports medicine display “You do put in a lot of “I’ve always been a ISD student, Glover this at a career day assembly extra hours, sometimes 20 people person, and be- summer landed the Great- years ago might very well hours or more a week. But ing in the student athletic er Houston Athletic Train- shape the future of Dobie I also had a lot of fun with training program really ers’ Society Student Ath- High School Class of 2021 it, and it also gives you a taught me things about letic Trainer Scholarship graduates Jaden Ren- feeling of being part of myself and also helped me Award for use beginning don and Zachary Glover a team and being part of shape how I want my fu- in 2021-2022. Representing the H-Town Hurricanes, Clear Brook as they head toward the special moments.” ture to look like,” Glover Glover nor Rendon are High School senior-to-be Camryn Dickson reached 2021-2022 academic year With Rendon off to said. left to wonder how things the Amateur Athletic Union regional track and field at the collegiate level. Austin later this summer, “There’s plenty of hard might have played out had level in four different events, including the 17-18- The Dobie student ath- Glover said he plans to work involved, but good they not visited the athlet- year old 100, 200, 4x1 and 4x4 relays. letic trainers, named as take a bit longer to decide things happen for you ic training booth at career Trailblazers at the school where he will continue his when you are willing to day. It has also worked out for their outstanding over- education. work hard. That, and the for them. They simply en- Brook volleyball all achievements in and Yet like Rendon, Glov- athletes make you feel courage more young stu- out of the classroom, were er says his future will like- like you are part of their dents to follow suit. also awarded 2020-2021 Houston Methodist Pasa- sets youth camps dena ISD Student Athletic Clear Brook varsi- with previous competitive Training Scholarship des- ty volleyball head coach play experience, while ignations. Meredith Thompson and the $90 Session II wel- Clearly, both have her staff will host the 2021 comes sixth-, seventh- and made a lasting impression Lady Wolverines’ Youth eighth-grade beginning within Dobie head athlet- Volleyball Camp July 26- level players from 9:30 ic trainer Jesse Lopez’s 29 at the high school. a.m. to noon. student athletic training Taylor Pleasants added to her collection of accolades following her 2021 The sessions will wel- Session III is open to program, which annually season with the Louisiana State University softball program as she was come all students entering third- through fifth-grade provides support services named the state’s Freshman of the Year by the Louisiana Sports Writers the third through ninth students, is $75 per student to all of the Longhorns’ Association earlier this month. The Dobie High School graduate and four- grades as of the 2021- and runs from 9 to 11:30 athletic programs, begin- year varsity softball starter has put together the makings of a star-studded 2022 school year. a.m. Online registration ning well before and end- career thus far with the Tigers, earning Southeastern Conference Newcom- Session I runs from can be found at www.clear ing well after the calendar er of the Year as well as All-SEC first team status in 2021. She led the team 9 a.m. to noon at $100 brookvolleyball.org. For year. in numerous offensive categories while helping LSU to within a win of the per student and is open more information, email Rendon surely brought NCAA Division I College World Series. 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Session I, open to students entering the third through sixth grades as of the 2021- The South Belt-based 2022 school year, runs from 9 to 11 a.m. each day, while Session II is open to HTX Hustlers went un- those entering the seventh and eighth grades and runs daily from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 defeated at the Bring p.m. The Heat Invitational The July 26-28 morning session camp runs from 9 a.m. to noon each day and is to capture the cham- reserved for those entering the 10th through 12th grades, while incoming freshman pionship. Members of students will attend the afternoon session from 1 to 4 p.m. the team are, left to Those who preregister online may pay $50 cash on the fi rst day of the camp. For right, (front row) Izzy additional details, direct email to Sexton at [email protected]. Rocha, Bailey García, Zoie Escobar, Chloe Vasquez, Emma Her- SBYSC registration nandez, (middle row) Sophia Garza, Mad- The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is continuing online registration for the fall die Hall, Journee Al- 2021 season, with registrants able to take advantage of a $20 discount through June pough, Mila Elizondo, 30. Ciara Frias, (back row) Families may visit the league website at www.southbeltsoccer.org to take advan- coaches Danny Garza, tage of this opportunity. Only credit or debit cards will be accepted as forms of pay- Dee Escobar and Aar- ment. All registered players will receive a uniform, which includes jersey, shorts and on Vasquez. socks. Parents will be required to provide shin guards, a ball and cleats. The discounted fees are $100 per under-4 through under-8 players, $120 per un- der-9 and under-10 players, $140 per under-11 and under-12 players and $160 per under-13 through under-19 players. Those signing up online from July 1 to July 31 will see a $20 fee increase, which jumps to a $40 increase for those registering Aug. 1 through Oct. 31. Lions continue summer work The Thompson Intermediate boys’ coaching staff continues its summer of strength and conditioning and football skills training running through July 23 at the school. Students entering the seventh and eighth grades as of the 2021-2022 school year are encouraged to take part in the Monday through Thursday weekly strength and conditioning sessions at $25 cash a week per student. The 9 to 11 a.m. daily sessions include weight room work and strength and con- ditioning drills as well as agility training. The football skills training follows daily from 11 a.m. to noon. Cost is $15 cash per week per student unless enrolled in the strength and conditioning sessions. The remaining dates for the weekly training sessions include June 28-July 1, July 12-15 and July 19-22.

Those joining in the celebration of Pasadena Memo- Bill Barmore, Athletics Hall of Fame chairman; Those showing support for Pasadena High School aquatics Donna Branch, Pasadena ISD assistant athletic director; Bill Bar- rial High School multisport standout Allura Mon- Rupert Jaso, Pasadena ISD athletic director; Mon- standout Jesus Mendoza during his Pasadena ISD Athletics more, Athletics Hall of Fame chairman; Mendoza; Vanessa Reyes, roe during her Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame roe; Valiza Castro, (Monroe’s mother); and Andrea Hall of Fame scholarship presentation included, left to right, Sam Rayburn High School principal; and Andrea Nguyen, Edu- scholarship presentation were, left to right, Donna Nguyen, Pasadena ISD Education Foundation di- Demond Stafford, Rayburn High School athletic coordinator; cation Foundation director. Branch, Pasadena ISD assistant athletic director; rector. Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame awards scholarships Four Class of 2021 the application. ed student who balances She is a member of the high school, lettering his Houston area. That same year, she Entrepreneurship Team event, the Houston Live- graduates were selected The scholarship pro- sports, advanced academic National Honor Society. senior year, in which he Berotte caught the eye was also named a regional Decision Making. The stock Show and Rodeo, as Pasadena ISD Athletics gram was developed as a courses and school leader- Prado, who ranked No. 1 earned the District 22-6A of multiple top-tier col- qualifi er in track and fi eld. 2021 graduate plans to the South Belt Area State, Hall of Fame scholarship way of supporting gradu- ship. in her class, earned an as- All Academic Achieve- leges and universities. As a junior and senior major in business, with a St. Juan Diego Church, award recipients. ating senior athletes who She lettered four years sociate degree as part of ment award with a stellar Once he makes his in high school, Monroe focus in entrepreneurship. Seabrook Lucky Trails The designees will each are pursuing their career in cross-country, while the Pasadena Early Col- 3.95 GPA. pick, he plans to study pe- lettered in volleyball, track Mendoza lettered in and the San Jacinto La receive scholarships total- path at a post-secondary receiving medals nearly lege High School program He’s played on numer- troleum engineering. and fi eld and powerlifting. swimming for the past Porte Fun Run. ing $2,500. institution. every year she lettered in and has also earned her ous basketball teams over Monroe’s multisport re- Her senior year, she three years, earning the Mendoza plays the alto Sponsored by the Pasa- This year’s recipients track and fi eld. high school diploma. the years, including Team sume is as impressive as it earned the All-State Aca- Open-Water Champion- saxophone and led the dena ISD Education Foun- included Maria Prado - Prado was named an Prado plans to become Elite, serving as a co-cap- is inspiring. demic Achievement award ship in Austin during his Mighty Sam Rayburn Tex- dation, the students were Pasadena High School All-American athlete in a DNP (Doctor in Nursing tain in 2020; BeastSide She lettered four years in volleyball and she was a sophomore year and Most an band as a drum major. selected based on a rig- (cross-country, track and taekwondo in 2018, along Practitioner) in hopes of Athletics in 2019; Clutch in multiple sports, starting regional qualifi er in pow- Improved Player his junior He plans to earn a bache- orous application process fi eld), Donovan Berotte - with winning six national opening a clinic and help- City in 2018; and the Su- as early as freshman year erlifting. year. lor’s degree in music and that requires applicants Pasadena Memorial High championships and earn- ing less fortunate commu- perstar Clippers in 2017. when she ran track and Beyond her achieve- Mendoza also received mortuary science. to demonstrate good ac- School (basketball), Allu- ing a spot on the U.S. tae- nities. Berotte dedicated more fi eld. ments as an athlete, Mon- the Academic All-State The coronavirus pan- ademic and disciplinary ra Monroe - Pasadena Me- kwondo team twice. Berotte has been de- than 300 hours of volun- Monroe continued to roe also maintained a 4.66 award from the Texas In- demic prevented the 2020 standing. morial High School (vol- Prado has been heavily scribed by coaches and teer service to the commu- letter in track and fi eld GPA and she was inducted terscholastic Swim Coach- and 2021 Athletics Hall of Selection is also based leyball, track and fi eld, involved in various school teachers as a gifted stu- nity and has volunteered each year of high school into the National Honor es Association. Fame banquets from tak- on a student’s mastery of swimming and powerlift- organizations, including dent, lifelong learner and at the Houston Food Bank, and earned a spot on the Society. Outside of swimming, ing place, but the return of “skills and principles of ing) and Jesus Mendoza - the PHS National Hispan- hard worker. coached basketball for the swim team her sophomore Monroe received the he participated in various the event is set for April, the athletic programs in Sam Rayburn High School ic Honor Society and the And his resume fi ts the City of Pasadena and pro- year at Pasadena Memori- Thomas Jefferson History volunteer efforts over the 2022 as the Pasadena Con- which the student has par- (swimming) Superintendent’s Student bill. Berotte played bas- vided a helping hand after al, where she was named award in 2020 and she was years, including Pasade- vention Center is now the ticipated,” according to Prado is a well-round- Advisory Committee. ketball all four years of Hurricane Harvey hit the “Newcomer of the Year.” named a DECA fi nalist for na ISD’s Walk for Sight venue.

Joining Pasadena High School standout Maria Prado during Pasadena ISD assistant athletic director; Justin Sumrall, Pas- her Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame Scholarship presen- adena High School teacher and coach; Prado; David Zapien, Those joining Pasadena Memorial High School na ISD athletics director; Berotte; Donna Branch, tation were, left to right, Steve Martin, Pasadena High School Pasadena High School athletic coordinator; Carla Fowler, boys’ basketball standout Donovan Berotte during Pasadena ISD assistant athletic director; and An- assistant principal; Andrea Nguyen, Education Foundation di- Pasadena High School teacher and coach; Laura Gomez, Pas- his Pasadena ISD Athletics Hall of Fame scholarship drea Nguyen, Pasadena ISD Education Foundation rector; Aldo Prado, dean of Early College High School; Bill adena High School principal; and Rupert Jaso, Pasadena ISD presentation were, left to right, Bill Barmore, Ath- director. The ceremony was held in the Hall of Fame Barmore, Athletics Hall of Fame chairman; Donna Branch, athletic director. letics Hall of Fame chairman; Rupert Jaso, Pasade- wing inside Phillips Field House. June 24, 2021, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Page 7 Attention advertisers, make your ad stand out with color. Call 281-481-5656 for SERVICE information. Participants will be limited to 10, so call soon if you want to be included. ELECTRIC Support WINNER BEST ROOFING COMPANY IN BAY AREA REPAIRS & Call 40 Years INSTALLATIONS Experience • Free Estimates Now! SOUTH BELT • Senior Citizen Disc. • No Service Charge • Res./Comm. Leader • Master Electrician • Insured A/C & HEATING INC. • TECL#21246 281-484-8542 LOW PRICES HIGH QUALITY 5 Year Labor We accept most major credit cards. Advertisers Warranty CALL FOR A/C CHECK-UP SAGEMONT ELECTRIC SVCS. Garage Door Problems? s6INYLs6 Free Estimates on New Equipment Kevin Dalley ’7676 Dobie GGradrad s(ARDI"OARDs( Call Chris Dalley ‘799 Dobie GGradrad 3IDING Big Edd’s 281-481-9683 Serving Houston & Surrounding REPLACEMENT & STORM WINDOWS 100% Financing to Qualified Buyers Areas Since1979 281-484-1818 4403 F.M.2351 Repair/Replacement Garage Doors & Openers BONANZA 281-480-8898 713-784-4238 * SUMMER www. Southbeltair.com TACLB26543E AIR & HEAT CHECK-UP GET IT TODAY! 281-922-5665 TIME! G & F APPLIANCE REPAIR Someone You Can Trust • NEVER A SERVICE CALL CHARGE ANY SEASON We Service ALL Makes & Models • We Honor Competitor Coupons TERMITE & PEST CONTROL, LLC Residential & Commercial PLUMBINGPLUMBING Complete Home Residential Service Plumber Call about our Preseason A/C Systems TRUSTWORTHY and RELIABLE CALL TODAY FOR SPECIALS Upgrade Specials Save $$$$$$ Providing A-Rated on Angie’s List environmentally TACLB002755C Financing Available *Preferred Air of Houston LLC dba friendly services We service all major home appliances. MPL #18439 281-692-1684 with your Our Professional Technicians will children and pets’ provide you with service you can trust.

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