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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, January 30, 2020 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 45, No. 1 Beltway closures planned At least one inside lanes of the westbound Beltway 8 frontage road will be closed from PISD, developers OK Thompson relocation Scott Street/Fellows Road to SH 288 nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Monday, March At its monthly meeting Tuesday, Jan. 21, the school, located on Highland Meadows Drive in hazard, as it was to be located deep within the onto Country Club Drive, which was initially de- 23. Pasadena Independent School District Board of the Riverstone Ranch at Clear Creek subdivision, subdivision, with the school’s only entrance be- signed to border the campus on one side, some The northbound U-turn lane at Beltway 8 Trustees approved an agreement providing for had been met with opposition from residents of ing within a 90-plus-degree curve with limited Green Tee Terrace residents were still concerned and Genoa Red Bluff will be closed daily from the relocation of the future Thompson Interme- both the Riverstone Ranch at Clear Creek and sight of oncoming traffi c in both directions. about parked vehicles and foot traffi c. 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Thursday, Jan. 30. diate campus to a site less contentious than its Green Tee Terrace subdivisions, the two neigh- Drake said the campus would also have had a Tuesday’s agreement was the culmination of Both northbound and southbound U-turn initial nearby location. borhoods which would have bordered the new very narrow school frontage on Highland Mead- months of talks between the homeowners, Pas- lanes at Beltway 8 and Crenshaw will be The new campus is now to be constructed on campus. ows Drive, the only street adjoining the proposed adena ISD, the City of Pearland and Meritage closed daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Riverstone Falls Drive near Hughes Road, dis- Riverstone Ranch at Clear Creek homeown- property. Homes, the company responsible for developing Thursday, Jan. 30. trict offi cials said. ers, led by resident Elizabeth Drake, contended Green Tee Terrace homeowners further com- the Riverstone Ranch at Clear Creek subdivision, At least two alternate southbound frontage The property originally planned to house the the initial proposed location presented a safety plained the original proposed site of the campus where the new campus is to be located. road lanes on Beltway 8 from Crenshaw to would have contributed additional traffi c to their As part of the arrangement, Meritage agreed Grayson will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 community. Despite Pasadena ISD not having to swap the new piece of land on Riverstone Falls p.m. through Thursday, Jan. 30. the property rights to construct an entrance/exit Continued on Page 3A At least one alternate lane of the northbound and southbound Beltway 8 frontage roads will BAHEP honors SJC’s Hellyer be closed from Vista to SH 225 daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Sunday, Feb. 2. Hellyer receives Quasar Award At least one alternate lane of the northbound The Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership difference in the lives of those we serve,” Mitchell and southbound Beltway 8 frontage roads will honored one of the region’s most highly respect- said. be closed from Vista to SH 225 nightly from 8 ed, accomplished, and gracious citizens on Friday Mitchell spoke of current initiatives that are cen- p.m. to 5 a.m. through Sunday, Feb. 2. evening, Jan. 24, when the organization presented tral to the path forward for Houston and NASA The eastbound entrance ramp to Beltway 8 its renowned Quasar Award to Dr. Brenda Hellyer, Johnson Space Center saying, “Houston is where located just west of Genoa Red Bluff will be chancellor, San Jacinto College, an institution with the institutional knowledge, the technical expertise, closed Friday, Feb. 7, from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. 42,000 students and four primary campuses. and the program management skills are all located – The westbound entrance ramp to Beltway 8 Bob Mitchell, BAHEP president, began the eve- each of which is so necessary for U.S. human lunar located just west of Genoa Red Bluff will be ning’s festivities by welcoming the overfl owing au- and Mars exploration to succeed.“I have highlight- closed Saturday, Feb. 8, from 4 a.m. to 7 p.m. dience of more than 600 attendees and commenting ed NASA, but please know that aerospace is just The closures are associated with the ongo- on the work of BAHEP one of the important industry clusters that BAHEP ing project to widen Beltway 8 from two to “Good, strong relationships take years to build, supports in this region. Industries like aviation and four lanes in each direction. and it is through good, strong relationships with the great work that occurs at the Houston Airport our membership, elected leaders, and leaders in System, healthcare, specialty chemical, maritime, Beverly Hills to meet business and industry that BAHEP has been able logistics, retail, and recreation and tourism are all The Beverly Hills Civic Club will meet to accomplish so much over 43 years. As dynam- so important in their own right and each serves to Thursday, Jan. 30, 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Brace- ics change and opportunities emerge, we are quick benefi cially diversify our economic base.” well Library, located at 9002 Kingsport Dr. All to form new relationships that will make a positive Continued on Page 6A Beverly Hills subdivision residents are urged to attend. Gulf Freeway closures set Tyer bids HFD farewell The southbound entrance ramp on the Gulf Freeway will be completely closed at NASA Bypass/NASA Road 1 until further notice. The southbound entrance ramp on the Gulf San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer (second from right) was presented Freeway will be completely closed at FM 518 the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s prestigious Quasar Award at the group’s until further notice. Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s annual Quasar Award banquet Friday, Jan. At least one northbound and one south- 24. Shown above with her at the event are, left right, Robert McAfoos, president, Barrios bound frontage road lane on the Gulf Freeway Technology and 2020 BAHEP board chair; Todd Caliva, CEO, HCA Houston Healthcare from FM 518 to FM 517 in League City will Clear Lake and 2019 BAHEP board chair; and Bob Mitchell, president, Bay Area Houston be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Economic Partnership. Photo by Marie Flickinger Friday, Jan. 31. At least one northbound and one south- bound frontage road lane on the Gulf Free- way from FM 518 to FM 517 in League City will be closed nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. Local HOAs host candidate forum through Friday, Jan. 31. A group of local homeowner associations, clude Ashley Pointe, Glenbrook Valley, Gulf The closures are associated with an ongo- led by the Sagemont Civic Club, are hosting Freeway Oaks, Kirkwood, Meadowbrook ing construction project to widen the freeway a candidate forum Wednesday, Feb. 12, at The Freeway, Rainbow Valley, Riverstone Ranch, from three to fi ve lanes in each direction and Gardens, located at 12001 Beamer, to educate Sagemeadow, Sagemont Park, Skyscraper the frontage roads from two to three lanes in voters about candidates running for the posi- Shadows, Park Place, Park Place Reveille and each direction. tion of Harris County Precinct 2 constable. Scarsdale. All fi ve candidates running for the position A meet and greet will begin at 6:30 p.m., Candidate luncheon Feb. 11 have been invited to participate in the event. At with the forum starting promptly at 7 p.m. The Tri County Republican Women group press time, all but incumbent Chris Diaz had Candidate questions are to be submitted in will host a luncheon Tuesday, Feb. 11, at Golf- agreed to take part. Also running for the posi- advance to [email protected]. crest Country Club, 2905 County Club Drive tion are Jerry Garcia, George Goffney Jr., Al- Primary Election Day is scheduled for Tues- in Pearland, from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., allow- berto “Bert” Rivera and Daniel Vela. All but day, March 3, with early voting beginning ing attendees to meet Republican candidates Vela are Democrats. Tuesday, Feb. 18. The general election will take A retirement celebration was held for longtime South Belt resident Clennis Tyer (center) running for Congressional District 22. Other participating homeowners groups in- place Tuesday, Nov. 3. Saturday, Jan. 25, to honor his 35 years of service with the Houston Fire Department. Tyer Candidates will take questions on why will continue to serve with the Southeast Volunteer Fire Department. The longtime fi re- they are the best person for the job. Network- fi ghter/paramedic is shown above at the event with, left to right, daughter, Kellie Tyer; ing will begin at 10:30 a.m.; the program is San Jacinto College welcomes Keller mother, June Tyer; wife, Pam Tyer; daughter, Katie Tyer; father, Ben Tyer; and son, Jef- from 11 a.m. to noon; lunch will follow. Those San Jacinto College welcomed newly ap- Technology (CPET). frey Tyer. Photo by Marie Flickinger wishing to stay for lunch must RSVP by noon pointed Commissioner of Higher Education for San Jacinto College offi cials shared the col- Friday, Feb. 7. Lunch is $15, payable at the the State of Texas Dr. Harrison Keller during a lege’s history, achievements and priorities and door by cash or check only. For information, whirlwind visit Friday, Jan. 17. learned about the commissioner’s vision for call Gaylyn DeVine at 832-250-8901. Keller took the helm of the Texas Higher Edu- higher education in Texas. Annual cook-off set for April 23-25 Frazier honors Walton cation Coordinating Board (THECB) in October Hellyer highlighted board initiatives to reduce Organizers are already gearing up for the 23rd recent years, the event has also provided funds 2019. He joined San Jacinto College Chancel- costs for students and increase their chances for annual South Belt Spectacular Cook-off, set to for local scholarships and various youth organi- Frazier Elementary will celebrate the open- lor Dr. Brenda Hellyer, members of the board of lifelong success – such as the Open Books pro- take place Thursday, April 23, through Saturday, zations. ing of its Little Free Library Thursday, Jan. 30, trustees and strategic leadership team, and Tex- gram that has eliminated $6.5 million in text- April 25, at El Franco Lee Park, located at 9400 While evenings at the function are geared from 10 to 11 a.m. The space will be dedicated as Association of Community Colleges President book costs to date and a simplifi ed tuition model Hall Road. (Thursday will be for cookers only, more for adults, Saturday afternoon is intended to former teacher Barbara Walton, who died in Jacob Fraire for a private luncheon at the Lyon- that creates one tuition rate based on residency. while Friday and Saturday will be open to the for families, with kids 12 and under being admit- 2018 after a long battle with cancer. A read- dellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy and Continued on Page 2A public.) ted for free with the purchase of an adult ticket. ing teacher, Walton loved books. Her friends Cooking teams that participated in last year’s Children’s activities at past events included and family helped fund the Little Free Library, event have fi rst dibs on available spots. moonwalks, rock climbing, an obstacle course, which will be on the front porch, accessible to Organized and operated by the Southeast Vol- a giant trampoline, pony rides, a petting zoo, a children and families anytime. The school will South Houston presents play unteer Fire Department, the event is the sole fund- train, face painting and hair braiding. also recognize a special Girl Scout and special raiser for the annual South Belt Fourth of July For more information or to get on the waiting volunteers that have supported the library. fi reworks display, also held at the area park. In list, contact Linda Arnone at 281-484-4325. Toastmasters set open house The Young Professionals SE Toastmasters False alarm leads to SJC lock-down Club will host an open house Monday, Feb. 3, at Parker Williams Library, located at 10851 San Jacinto College South was temporarily determined the person with the alleged knife was Scarsdale Blvd., at 6:30 p.m. The goal of the placed on lockdown Tuesday, Jan. 28, after a stu- actually a contractor with a pair of pliers. event is to promote the development of com- dent reported seeing someone armed with a knife After deeming the situation to be safe, col- munication and leadership skills. Pamela Mc- in the school parking lot. lege offi cials lifted the lock-down, and classes Cown, Distinguished Toastmaster, will be Campus police investigated the incident and returned to their normal schedule. the guest speaker. McCown is the 2009-2011 Toastmasters International director and 2006 district governor for District 56. The entire Police chase ends with drug bust community (18 years and older) is invited to attend this free event. Visit youngprofession A police chase that began in Sagemont led to a continued east on the beltway to the Gulf Free- alstoastmasters.com for more details, or text large drug bust the evening of Saturday, Jan. 25. way service road. He attempted to make a U-turn 832-736-9702 for additional information. According to offi cials with Harris County at Dixie Farm Road, where he lost control of the Precinct 8 Constable Phil Sandlin’s offi ce, the in- truck and struck a concrete support pillar. Dobie College Now meets cident began around 11:30 p.m. when Deputy M. Deputies were able to apprehend the driver Dobie College Now will host a parent meet- Self observed a white Ford pickup truck backing following the crash. A search of his person yield- ing to discuss enrollment for dual credit for onto the roadway in the 12200 block of Hughes ed the discovery of a plastic bag containing a Road near Beltway 8. white crystal substance, later determined to be the 2020-2021 school year. Any 10th- or 11th- The South Houston High School Theater will present “You’re a Good Man, Charlie grade parents are welcome to attend. Repre- Self initiated a traffi c stop on the truck and cocaine, hidden in his boxer shorts. The suspect Brown” in the campus auditorium, located at 3820 Shaver, Thursday, Jan. 30, through made contact with the male driver. A strong odor admitted to having more narcotics hidden be- sentatives from San Jacinto College will be in Saturday, Feb. 1. Showtime is 7 p.m. each night. General admission is $10. Tickets will be attendance to answer any questions. The meet- of marijuana was noted to be emitting from the tween his buttocks, and deputies removed three available at the door. Shown above are, left to right, Denisse Herrera as Sally Brown, Mal- vehicle, and Self ordered the driver to exit the ve- more baggies from this area. Two of the baggies ing will be Thursday, Feb. 6, at 6 p.m. in the lory Howard as Lucy Van, Samantha Moreno as cast member, Sincere Sinegal as Schroed- Dobie cafeteria. For additional information, hicle multiple times. The driver refused to com- contained cocaine, and one contained an assort- er, Damien Sluder as rerun member, Julian Chavez as Charlie Brown and Jessie Villa as ply and instead fl ed the scene. ment of various pills believed to be Ecstasy. He contact the College Now offi ce at 713-740- cast member. Photos submitted 0370. Deputies pursued the vehicle as the driver Continued on Page 6A Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 30, 2020 San Jac College welcomes higher education commissioner At a recent luncheon, Deaths San Jacinto College offi - and Sienna Chamblin. He was born Nov. 9, 1962. cials welcomed Dr. Har- Bob He was preceded in death He is survived by his moth- rison Keller (fi fth from by his parents; wife Bonnie er Joan Spencer Marlar with left) as its new commis- Perry (Cochran) Prescott; and sister whom he lived for the past ten sioner of higher educa- Lisa Prescott. years from South Belt area; tion. Shown above with his children Krysten Spencer Keller at the event are, Joseph Victor and Brandon Spencer; grand- left right, Teri Zamora, daughter Kendall Spencer; his vice chancellor of fi scal Balesky siblings Barbara Spencer Hon- affairs; Van Wigginton, eycutt, David Spencer, Don- central campus provost; ald Spencer, Richard Spencer, Dr. Allatia Harris, vice Cynthia Spencer Jacoby and chancellor of strategic Connie Sue Balderer. initiatives, workforce His family says he will be development, communi- greatly missed. ty relations and diver- sity; Marie Flickinger, board of trustees chair; Kenneth Dan Mims, board of David Webb trustees member; Dr. Brenda Hellyer, chan- cellor; Jacob Fraire, Bobby Lee Perry, 83, was TACC president; Dr. born March 30, 1936, in Fort Laurel Williamson, dep- Worth to Vernon Willis Per- uty chancellor and pres- ry and Eileen Holly Perry. He ident; and Teri Craw- passed away on Saturday, Jan. Joseph Victor Balesky, 84, ford, vice chancellor of 25, 2020 in League City. Bob- died Saturday, Dec. 21, 2019, marketing, public rela- by was the youngest of 9 chil- surrounded by family and tions and government dren. friends, after a struggle with affairs. See related story He served in the U.S. Ma- end stage neuroendocrine tu- on Page 1A. rine Corp, part of the Head- mor of the pancreas. quarter and Maintenance He was born June 11, 1935, Photo by Courtney Morris, Squadron 12 (H&MS-12) that to Elsie Bolinsky Balesky and San Jacinto College was located in Wonsan, Korea. Joseph Jacob Balesky in Ash- H&MS-12 is part of the 1st land, Schuylkill County, Pa. MAW (Marine Air Wing). He He graduated from West Ma- worked on maintenance and hanoy Township High School Kenneth David Webb, 84, repair of the Marine aircraft. in 1954. He joined the Army died Jan. 19, 2020. He was SJC hosts new commissioner Publisher’s Opinion Bob and Lena Perry met in Air Force in 1955 to travel and born Dec. 9, 1935 in Stanton, Galveston in 1957 and were pursue his education. Nebr., to John Webb and Erna Continued from Page 1A about completion intensi- excited about his vision for married in 1958. They moved Joseph married Gail Pruitt Wagner. He was married to She also described major ty, Hellyer explained that higher education in Texas to Sagemont in 1965 and to- and the couple had daugh- Chieko Webb for more than achievements in the past fi ve the 168 percent increase in and look forward to working Starting our 45th year! gether had fi ve children. They ters Amanda and Karen. He 60 years. years, including the Maritime awards over the last 11 years together to better the higher With this issue of the South Belt-Leader the caring nature of the community. opened Perry’s Butcher shop in earned his bachelor’s and Ken proudly served his Technology and Training correlates with about a 20 education landscape across we are starting our 45th year of publication One sad change is our obituaries. They 1979 and were the founders of master’s degrees in hospital country in the U.S. Air Force Center, the EDGE Center for percent increase in enroll- the state.” as of Feb. 5. Our fi rst issue was in 1976. use to be very rare; now they are quite Perry’s Restaurant Group. administration and achieved and honorably retired after 20 aerospace training, a coming ment. This has resulted from A sixth-generation Texan, Wow, it just doesn’t seem possible. common and many are of longtime friends. Bob had a passion for golf- the commission of major. He years of service. He went on Bachelor of Science degree in the college’s focus on cre- Keller has more than 20 years When we started the paper I would have Working with the Leader has given my ing with friends and has been retired after 23 years of active to work for the University of nursing, and CPET, the Gulf dential completion, univer- of experience in higher edu- never believed it would be around this life tremendous joy. This community has known to make three hole-in- duty. Houston. He was a member Coast region’s largest petro- sity transfer, and workforce cation partnerships, budget, long. Bobby Griffi n and I started it together been a fantastic place for us to raise our ones. He loved to tell jokes and Joseph’s presence fi lled the of Misilees and the American chemical training facility. preparation. policy and administration. in our homes. My son Davy was nine at family, build many friendships and get true make people laugh. Bob was a room. He was an avid listen- Legion. Ken deeply loved his In the 2018-2019 academ- “It was an honor to share Before THECB, he most re- the time. Bobby works part time now, and satisfaction from community involvement. true Dallas Cowboys fan. He er, a strong leader and a wise family and his wife. ic year, San Jacinto College with Commissioner Keller cently served at The Univer- Davy is now our company president. The Thanks to all who pick up the paper, or was known to his family and counsel. He was preceded in death awarded 7,654 associate de- the incredible work happen- sity of Texas at Austin as the area has grown tremendously. At that time now read it on line. Thanks to our advertis- friends as Bogey Bob. After leaving the service, by his wife Chieke Webb in grees and certifi cates, and in ing at San Jacinto College deputy to the president for Beamer Road ended at the Sagemont ers and those who contribute news. He was very much a family he married Kathlene Brasch; 2017; eldest daughter June fall 2019, enrollment reached by our faculty, staff, and stu- strategy and policy and as a subdivision, and no one ever imagined the Look at the front page of this week’s man who left a beautiful leg- the couple had daughters Lora Hodges in 2016; and both of 32,485 students. When asked dents,” Hellyer said. “We are professor of practice. construction of a beltway. issue. On the masthead you will see Vol. acy to his family. Bob loved and Amie. his parents. One thing that still remains constant is 45, No. 1. Forty-fi fth year, fi rst issue. Thank his wife Lena dearly. He was a He was CEO of Health Left to cherish Ken's that this is a community that cares about you. grateful man and was extreme- Professionals of America, a memory are his daughter its neighbors. The growth has not changed Marie Flickinger, publisher ly appreciative of what he had. medical recruitment fi rm, for Teresa Webb; grandchildren In My Opinion Bob was a Christian man and twenty years. He was a long- Sara Sultan, John Hill, Krissa a believer God wants all to live time resident of the South Norton, Jason Hodges, Kim- berly Robbins and Lisa Hud- for things if true, he should be arrest- Local library events set their lives with intention; to Belt area and a member of son; great-grandchildren Vic- O’Brien seeks aid ed. He also got his wife’s cousin to en- Bracewell Branch Library be sincere and deliberate with Cokesbury United Methodist toria Gauthier, Kelly Hudson, ter the race because his cousin has the The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint: actions and relationships. Bob Church. Ashley Ball, Serina Hill, on abandoned site same name as South Belt resident and Thursday, Jan. 30, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. Spanish computer class for adults and seniors lived by the fruits of the spir- Joseph loved family fi rst, Gregory Norton, Alexander I know that I can’t begin to tackle the candidate Jerry Garcia to confuse vot- Monday, Feb. 3, 10:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Citizenship class. Classes cover the 100 civics ques- it of love, joy, peace, patience, but sports second. He rarely Norton, Johnny Norton; and homelessness problem in the US (>half ers. These are the types of things that tions and how to prepare for the citizenship interview. Other topics include the citizenship applica- kindness, goodness, faithful- missed an Astros, Rockets, great-great-grandchildren Jo- million in 2018) or in Houston (5,351 in have always made me hate politics. I tion and qualifi cations. Class participation is by appointment only. Call the library to sign up. ness, gentleness and self-con- or Texas game. He followed nah-Paul Delgado, Zayden 2014), and data indicate that the home- researched Jerry Garcia after reading Tuesday, Feb. 4, 10:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by appointment trol. a strict workout routine all of Carder and Adalyn Ball. less population is declining. the articles in the South Belt Leader and only. Call the library to sign up. Bob is survived by his wife his days. He had a passion for Ken and Chieko were What I do know is it isn’t restricted to Houston Chronicle. I also saw the news Wednesday, Feb. 5, 10:15 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. Citizenship class. Class participation is by appoint- of 62 years, Lena Concetta At- fi shing; he was well known at longtime business owners Downtown. The problem is visible in the clip on Channel 2. ment only. tanasio Perry; fi ve children, the Galveston Coast Guard in the South Belt area and South Belt, specifi cally on the recent- Jerry Garcia, the lieutenant who lives Wednesday, Feb. 5, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime.; 11:15 a.m. Toddler playtime. Toddle around Concetta Marie Ligori and Station for fl ounder and red- were active in the South Belt ly-cleared esplanades at Scarsdale and in South Belt, has 20 plus years experi- with the library staff for stories, songs, and activities that will help develop a toddler’s social, husband Terry, Bobby Lee fi sh catches. Chamber of Commerce. I-45. ence in law enforcement, shows to be a motor, and literacy skills. This session is intended for children ages 6 months to 4 years and their Perry Jr. and wife Beth Ann, Joseph is survived by They owned Chi’s Florist There is a tent on the east-side es- Master Peace Offi cer and a soccer coach caregivers. Angela Marie Perry (deceased his wife; daughters Aman- on Hall Road for many years. planade, but the west-side esplanade at South Belt Youth Soccer Club for 18 Wednesday, Feb. 5, 1– 2:30 p.m. Computer basics in 1979), Jacqueline Marie da Balesky Losowski, Karen A visitation was held Sun- appears to be abandoned now. What re- years. From what I have seen, he seems For more information, call the library at 832-393-2580. Blanchard and husband Brian, Balesky Fowler, Lora Bales- day, Jan. 26, in the Chapel mains is a lot of trash. to be the type of leader that this commu- Bracewell hours are: Thursday noon – 8 p.m.; Friday and Saturday, 1 – 5 p.m.; Sunday, closed; and Christopher Vernon Perry ky Grigsby and Amie Bales- of Forest Park East Funeral My husband and friends have con- nity could use. Residents of South Belt, Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. and wife Holly; 11 grandchil- ky Mickens; sons-in-law Bret Home, 21620 Gulf Freeway, vinced me that it’s not a job for one wom- please do your research. These local Parker Williams Library dren, Anthony Neal Ligori and Grigsby, Stan Losowski and in Webster. A funeral service an (even if I am willing and able to tackle elections have great impacts on our lives. Beginning Monday, Feb. 3, income tax help is available at Parker Williams Library Mondays wife Mary Jo, Nicholas Lee Brad Fowler; grandchildren immediately followed. He an environmental issue), so I’m reaching Our safety and security is at stake. We and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. until April 15 with volunteer tax assistants. Bring all tax docu- Perry and wife Jessica, Chris- Rachel Losowski Weiss, Mark was laid to rest at Forest Park out to the Leader. need to elect “real people” who truly care ments and Social Security card. topher Phillip Perry and wife Losowski, Tristan Mickens East Cemetery. Can you put me in touch with an agen- about our community. I’m choosing Jerry The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: Lauren, Andrew Sean Perry, and Mason Grigsby; his sister, cy that can help restore the entrance to Garcia, the lieutenant. Thursday, Jan. 30, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Texas Bluebonnet Award Voting, ages 6-12. The library Zachary Thomas Perry and Marion Balesky Polk and her our community? To the incumbent Chris Diaz who re- will be hosting voting for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. Voting will be available to all children wife Cheyenne, Michael An- husband Henry Polk. Johnny Darrel Catherine O’Brien fuses to take part in the forum. I am a who have not yet been able to vote at either their elementary school or through their home- school thony Perry (deceased 2014), tax-paying citizen and I demand that group. Pick up a ballot at the librarian at the circulation desk. Patrick Michael Blanchard, Todd S. Loftis Sr. Hernandez writes you attend. What is your experience as Friday, Jan. 31, 6 – 8 p.m. Nerf Battle Royal Live! (Ages 12 and older) Darts will fl y as the li- Cameron Brian Blanchard, a police offi cer? We have questions and brary hosts a sized Battle Royal. Plan to duck, dip, dive, and dodge while shooting darts at friends. Lauryn Angela Blanchard, Rogers on Constable race we want answers. Crime is up. What are Eye protection and dart guns are provided for up to 20 individuals. A parental signed waiver is Alec Christopher Perry, and Jake Gregory Perry; 12 I have lived in the South Belt area for you doing about it? I haven’t found any- required. thing to indicate to me that you should be Saturday, Feb. 1, 10:30 a.m. Sensory friendly movie “Dora and the Lost City of Gold” will great-grandchildren, Dominic over twenty years. When my family and Thomas Perry, Toni Angela Li- I arrived here, the area was nice, quiet, Constable. I looked you up on Facebook be shown. The lights will be low, the sound will be down and there will be plenty of room for and see that you have been attending everyone to move around as needed. Refreshments and fi lm have been generously donated by gori, Jacqueline Rose Ligori, and I loved it. Over the past few years I Sofi a Concetta Ligori, Avery have noticed a trend. Crime seems to be things in North Channel, Galena Park, State Farm. and everywhere not South Belt. Come Saturday, Feb. 1, 1:30 p.m. Learn Korean With Rhee, for adults. For those interested in learning Grace Perry, Colton Lee Per- on the rise and instead of more police pa- ry, Aiden Michael Perry, Nolan trol, I see less. Unfortunately, I admit, I to the forum and tell us why we should another language, meet at the library and learn the language together. Registration is requested. vote for you. As of now, Jerry Garcia the Saturday, Feb. 1, 2 p.m. “Spring Vegetable Gardening Done Organically” lecture given by Terry Michael Perry, Mason Phil- have never really paid much attention to lip Perry, Everly Nicole Per- the Constables who patrol our area. Re- lieutenant, not your cousin, has my vote. Gardener, Harris County Master Gardener describing his experience with organic gardening. Vol- Come tell me why I should vote for you unteers are sponsored by the Texas AgriLife Extension Service. ry, Carson Michael Perry and cently however, one of my neighbors in- Bennett Reid Perry; and many formed me that I should really start pay- instead. Monday, Feb. 3, 2 – 4 p.m. Genealogy group: The Parker Williams Genealogy Group is an Editor, is there a way you can do a informal group that meets the fi rst and third Monday to discuss family history research (beginner other relatives and cherished ing attention. After thinking about what friends. she said, I agreed. comparison piece on all the candidates, to advanced). Meetings are free and open to anyone interested in tracing family history. Bob’s legacy was the need Johnny Darrel Loftis Sr., I am very concerned about the crime including the incumbent? I am very im- Monday, Feb. 3, 6 – 7:30 p.m. Magic: The Gathering Gameplay, for ages 8 and older. This is a and desire to be remembered 59, was born April 5, 1960, in in our area. I saw that there is a candi- pressed with the resume of Jerry Garcia, dueling card game from Wizards of the Coast. It incorporates strategy, mythical lore, and compet- Todd S. Rogers, 57, for what he contributed to the Pasadena to Jimmie and Mar- date forum coming up here in the South the lieutenant. I would love to see what itive-community play. Meet in the community room for a few hours of game play. For those who long-time former resident world. tha Jo Loftis. Belt. Every candidate accepted with type of experience the other candidates would like to learn how to play, a staff member will be present for instruction. of Sagemont, died Monday, Bob Perry’s contributions He graduated from J. Frank the exception of the Constable himself. have. I think this comparison piece is Wednesday, Thursday, Feb. 5 – 6, 9:30 a.m. GED test preparation for adults. For those interest- Jan. 20, 2020, in Richmond, can be felt in the hearts of each Dobie High School - Class of I don’t understand why he would not very important so that we can make a ed, the Harris County Department of Education will be on hand to register students for the free fall Texas. He was born May 15, and every one of his family. 1978. He started his career come. As our elected offi cial, I believe good choice as to our next constable. classes. Registration is a two-day process; applicants need to attend both dates. 1962. A Mass of Christian Buri- working in multiple indus- he should be there. After doing some Please put a comparison piece in your Below are the programs that occur every week, unless the library is closed. Todd is survived by his al will be held Tuesday, Feb. tries including elevator and research, I noticed that he has been in paper. Early voting starts soon. Tuesday, Babytime lapsit, 10:30 a.m. For babies from birth to 18 months, featuring a moth- wife Van Rogers; his daugh- 4, 2020, at 10:30 a.m. at St. mechanical and construction, the news a lot lately. Eleven former em- Thank you, er-baby lapsit time with fi ngerplays, songs and playtime. ter Pride Rogers-Primmer Roy Hernandez Wednesday, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, storytime features Bernadette Catholic Church, joining Galveston County ployees are suing him in federal court 15500 El Camino Real, Hous- and her husband Artie Prim- stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. mer; his sister Kristi Rog- and, most recently, gained ex- Wednesday, 2 – 3 p.m.: Basic computer classes (Vietnamese). Learn mouse, keyboarding, basic ton. Interment will follow at perience in barge operations. Mount Olive Catholic Ceme- ers-Keckler; nephew Chanse internet skills and more at this weekly class in Vietnamese. Registration is requested. Keckler; and grandchildren He had a passion for salt-wa- Leader checks out social media Thursday, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime features tery in Dickinson. ter fi shing, loved fi rearms and Condolences may be sent Madison Primmer, Megan stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. Primmer, Ayden Primmer had a need for speed. By Natalie Abarca broke into their house for the shots near Beverly Hill Inter- Saturday, Vietnamese learning time, for adults and children ages 8 and older. Classes begin at 9 to the Perry family in care He is survived by his par- of Jeter Memorial Funeral and Dean Primmer. A member of The Offi cial fi rst time. The incident hap- mediate Park in the evening a.m., 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m., 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. It’s a great time to take a class to help with a skill He was greatly loved and ents Jimmie and Martha Jo South Belt & Sagemont Area pened Jan. 22 on Kirkhall of Jan. 27. for work, gain understanding of a topic or learn a language. There are many free classes avail- Home at www.jeterfuneral Loftis; son Johnny Darrel home.com. will be missed by his family Crime Alert Facebook group Drive. The member states A member of People of able online at the library website or on the internet, through universities or other sources. Practice who say he went to be with Loftis Jr. and wife Veroni- posted a photo of an incident that their rings and some Sagemont Facebook group navigating the internet to learn about these, or sign up for one. For more information on these the Lord upon his passing, ca; daughter Natalie Reed that took place Jan. 25 at 2:35 coins were taken from the posted about being stopped programs, speak with Loc Bui. David Mark but they see him again. and husband Nick; daughter p.m. The member states that home. by a police offi cer near Me- For more information on all other programs, call the library at 832-927-7870. Prescott The community is invited Kristin Galindo and husband the alleged suspects tried to On the same Facebook lillo Middle School. The post Library hours are: Thursday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 – 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; to join the family for a cel- John; daughter Michelle take a pressure washer from page a member posted that received the attention of oth- Sunday, closed; Monday, 1 – 9 p.m.; Tuesday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Wednesday, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. David Mark Prescott, 60, ebration of life. Feb. 22, 2 Flores and husband Nathan; their spouse’s truck, but were the tailgate of their truck was er parents in the area. The died Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020. p.m.. at W.E. Hill Communi- sister Julie Loftis-Everts and not able to steal it since it was stolen. The member noticed member states that he was Per his wishes, a memorial ser- ty Center, 1000 Main Street, husband Les; and sister Lorie chained. It is reported that that it was taken Jan. 27, on his way to take his son Elected offi cials share their words vice will not be held. Sealy, Texas 77474. Loftis-Shewell and partner there were three suspects in a around 7:40 a.m. The inci- to school, when a van sped A lifelong resident of Hous- Paul Lewis. He is also sur- tan Chevrolet truck; the driv- dent happened in Olivewood through the school zone, but ton, he was born July 16, 1959, Randy Lynn vived by nine grandchildren; er’s side of the truck is black and Scarsdale area. The inci- the member was the one who Message from Sheriff Ed Gonzalez to Clarence David and Betty many nieces, nephews and and the vehicle has paper dent was reported to the lo- was pulled over and received Recently, the Harris Coun- expectations of this unit and This week, HCSO Com- Lou (Savoy) Prescott, longtime Spencer cousins; and his best friend plates. cal police. The member just a ticket. There were other ty Sheriff's Offi ce publicly an- its importance to our com- munity Engagement Unit South Belt residents. Aaron Lambert. A member of People of wanted to notify others and to members that commented nounced the launch of our munity. and District 5 patrol depu- He spent his career as a CNC The family will receive Sagemont 2 Facebook group keep a look out. that they were pulled over as latest effort to stop violence Friday, the HCSO Junior ties hosted the Citizen Re- machinist at Textool, his fam- guests from 2 to 3 p.m. Mon- posted that their mother has On the same Facebook well. To read more about this before it ever happens. In Mounted Posse stopped by sponse to Active Shooter ily’s company. His passions day, Feb. 3, at Niday Funeral owned the home for more page there were several posts post, visit the Facebook page the past, law enforcement for the annual Pony Express Training class. Public safety included motocross and hunt- Home - Beamer Chapel. The than 49 years and someone that stated of hearing gun- group. has taken a reactive ap- Ride Proclamation. is always our number goal ing and fi shing with his fami- service honoring Johnny’s proach to crime, respond- It’s been my honor as as a law enforcement agen- ly. Fondly known as “Moose” life will immediately follow BARC shares meeting dates ing to calls for service after Sheriff to welcome these cy, and reaching out to our to many, he was most proud of at 3 p.m. the fact. Our new Behavior- riders to Harris County as communities through edu- his son Travis. The Pearland Area Republican Club announced its February meetings. The annual PARC al Threat Management Unit they journey through vari- cation helps us achieve this His survivors include his Leader Souper Saturday fundraiser is Feb. 8, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Church of Christ Annex, 2217 will focus on proactive strat- ous counties to invite folks goal. son Travis Dylan Cochran North Grand Blvd. in Pearland. One can meet local Republican candidates and elected offi - egies that can potentially to the Houston Livestock This class educates the Prescott and daughter-in- obituary policy cials while enjoying homemade soups, cornbread and desserts. A donation of $20 per person prevent acts of violence by Show and Rodeo. Started in public how to prepare, pre- law Kaylee (Butler) Prescott Obituaries submitted to will be taken. Tickets can be purchased in advance or at the door. For more information, Pat stalkers and others who 1951, this long-standing tra- vent and react during an of Pearland; brother Steve the Leader are published Smajstrla at 281-435-3097 or Cindy Simpson at 713-501-4123. exhibit behaviors that often dition serves as an import- active shooter event. Stay Prescott of Dickinson; sister free of charge. They are Join the group for the “Paint Pearland Red” social Thursday, Feb. 13, at 6:30 p.m. at Al- lead to violence. ant part of our culture here tuned for more free classes Sheri Chamblin of Pearland; edited to conform to the lendale’s Kitchen and Cocktails, 5010 Broadway. If one has not registered to vote, this is an I sat down with Fox 26 in Harris County. See the throughout the year coming nephews Nicolaus and Dalton Randy Lynn Spencer, 57, Leader style. opportunity to do so. and discussed in depth the sights of their visit below. to a location near you. Prescott; and nieces Savannah died Jan. 25, 2020. Thursday, January 30, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 SoHo presents “You’re A Good Man, Charlie Brown” Proposed new Thompson site The students in the fi ne tor; Joscelyne Oktabetz, as- arts departments at South sistant theater director, is Houston High School the costume designer; Tony will be presenting the re- Prather, technical theater di- vised, Broadway version of rector, is the set and lighting “You’re A Good Man, Char- designer; Christina Bires, di- lie Brown” Jan. 30, 31 and rector of orchestras is serv- Feb. 1 at the South Houston ing as the general producer; High School auditorium at 7 and David Ngo will be con- p.m. ducting the live orchestra. “You’re A Good Man, The cast of characters Charlie Brown” with book, includes (lead roles) Julian music and lyrics by Clark Chavez as Charlie Brown, Gesner and a revised book Denisse Herrera as Sally and new songs by Andrew Brown, Mallory Howard as Lippa, is a fun-fi lled fami- Lucy Van Pelt, John Cam- ly-friendly musical vignette pos as Linus Van Pelt, Sin- show that reintroduces us cere Sinegal as Schroeder to Charles Schultz’ whole and Elizabeth Rodriguez as Peanuts gang, including Li- Snoopy. nus, Lucy, Schroeder, Sally, “Audiences can expect Snoopy and, of course, the to enjoy the journey, bask one and only Charlie Brown. through one of the most This work is being pro- endearing comic strips of duced as a collaboration all times, as they get to see among the outstanding fi ne some of life’s big and little The Pasadena Independent School District Board of Trustees recently approved arts departments at South moments through the eyes an agreement that will allow the relocation of the future Thompson Intermedi- Houston. of Charlie Brown and the ate campus, which will be less controversial than its original nearby location. Janet Sharpley, theater di- gang,” said Sharpley. Initially planned to be constructed on Highland Meadows Drive near the Green rector, is at the helm of this Tickets are $10 gener- Tee Terrace subdivision, the new campus is now scheduled to be built on River- production serving as the al admission and may be stone Falls Drive near Hughes Road. director; Courtney Howard, purchased online at trojan assistant director of choirs theatre.ludus.com or at the is serving as music direc- door. Agreement nears completion Continued from Page 1A 11th Pasadena ISD interme- The fi rst phase of design Drive for the school district’s diate campus, but other op- for the new campus was ap- Boy Scouts of America meet existing property on High- tions were evaluated after proved by the PISD board in Calling all girls and boys ages from kindergarten (age 5) to land Meadows Drive. The Thompson suffered extensive December 2018, with GDP fi fth grade (11 years old) to join the Boy Scouts of America, South Houston High School will be presenting “You’re agreement required Pasadena damage during Hurricane Group being awarded the Cub Scout Pack 773. A Good Man, Charlie Brown.” Shown above are Julian ISD to also contribute an un- Harvey. $37.5 million contract to con- The Scouts meet at Stuchbery Elementary School, 11210 Chavez (left) as Charlie Brown and Mallory Howard disclosed amount of addition- Following the historic struct the 178,000-square- al funds. storm, Thompson students foot facility. Hughes Road, Tuesday from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. For informa- as Lucy Van. Shown in the photo at far left is Elizabeth The initial plot of land on were temporarily housed at The new campus, which tion on becoming a Cub Scout, contact Thomas Fitzgerald at Rodriguez as Snoopy. The cast members are re-enacting scenes for play rehearsals. Photos submitted Highland Meadows Drive Beverly Hills Intermediate will permanently replace the [email protected] or send a text to 832-692-0672. was already owned by the for fi ve months, while school original Thompson campus school district. The land was offi cials and an independent on Sagedowne Lane, is ex- Bay Area Quilt Guild originally to be used for an committee studied the issue. pected to open August 2021. monthly meeting The Bay Area Quilt Guild monthly meeting will be held South Houston announces third 6-weeks honor roll Tuesday, Feb. 4. Fellowship starts at 6:30 p.m. and the meet- South Houston High talie Lorraine Amaya, Ri- Cervantes, Kayleen Chapa, and Fatima Mariangel Zava- Jordan Hubert. ing begins at 7 p.m. at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 School offi cials announced cardo Alberto Anaya, Esther Javier Gonzalo Chavez, Mi- la. Joseline Hurtado, Rachel Scarsdale Blvd. February’s guest speaker will be Giuseppe A. honor roll, list for the third Alexandra Araiza, Anthony guel Angel Contreras, Kar- Twelfth grade Kaye Lara, Tiara Jadei Layo- Ribaudo, also known as Giucy Guice, who is a quilter, fabric six-weeks. Arguello, Jared Barrera, Di- en Corral, Arly Isell Cruz Erika Guadalupe Acos- de, Katie Alamar Lerma, Va- and pattern designer, currently designing fabric for Andover Ninth grade ego Barron, Alejandro Bas- Flores, Jazmine Marisol ta, Melanie Itzel Almanza, leria Nicolle Linares, Fati- Fabrics. Edith Acosta, Denisse tida De La Rosa, Mariana Cruz Leyva, Evelyn Annisa Mykal Almonte, Humberto ma Altagracia Llanes, Daisy Plan for an evening of learning and fun. Visitors can attend Aguilar, Jose Juan Aguilar, Carolina Bernal, Michelle Dana, Emily Mercedes De Alonzo, Ricksy Elizabeth Jimena Lopez, Kassandra two free meetings and annual dues are $25. For more informa- Alejandra Arredondo, Jordy Bustamante, Alexander Dios Valenzuela and Danie- Alvarenga Lamote, Cielo Lopez, Mauricio Lopez, Juli tion, contact Debby Benson at 713-248-8757 or visit the club’s Arroyo Carrillo, Edgard Ba- Hugo Cantarero, Hazel Can- la Alejandra Duran Iracheta. Michelle Alvarez, Ana Pau- Belen Lugo Ortiz, Juana website at bayareaquiltguild.org. nuelos, Kensy Marivi Bo- ton, Angel David Chavez and Marcio Yovani Espinal Acos- la Ancheta Ruiz, Joshua Val Lourdes Macias, Anali Mar- nilla Lainez, Cristian Bria- Johnny Santana Chavez. ta, Bianca Isabel Espinal, Anguiano, Alejandra Angu- ban, Leslie Marban, Saman- gas, Isaac Camacho, Ariana Matthew Collada, Dayan- Adilene Yasbeth Esquivel, lo, Gerardo Aquino, Genesis tha Marquez, Alejandro Mar- Free legal clinic set for veterans Feb. 8 Jazmin Cantu, Jeam Pierre nia Lee Colon Santiago, Marina Favela, Christopher Paola Araujo, Ashley Mari- tinez Frias and Giselle Anahi Carriel Saltos, Daniel Carril- Idalia Contreras, Damaris Said Franco Cruz, Sho’kiem ela Avelar, Ashly Avelar and Martinez. Veterans who need legal a.m. to noon. No appointment Access to Justice Foundation. cluding family, wills and pro- lo, Alan Armando Carrizales, Cornejo, Rebecca Cortez, Prince Gaines, Diego Ar- Luis Alberto Baez. Jose Antonio Martinez, advice or legal assistance can is necessary. The clinic is a Any veteran, or spouse of a bate, consumer, real estate and Gael Castillo, Angeles Eliza- Jeremy Cruz Gonzalez, Nik- mando Galvan, Alexa Marie Allen Miguel Barrera, Sergio Martinez, Yanelly visit a free legal clinic in Gal- public service of the Galveston deceased veteran, can receive tax law, as well as disability bet Chamorro Hernandez and ko Allen Deleon, Maryella Garcia, Daniela Garcia, Juan Guadalupe Chanel Beas, Acinorev Medrano Gonza- veston Saturday, Feb. 8, at the County Bar Association and one-on-one advice and counsel and veterans benefi ts. Veterans Devone Tyrese Coleman. Ivonne Diaz, Lizette Jac- Antonio Garcia, Liliana Au- Leslie Zuleith Benavidez, lez, David Christian Isiah VA Outpatient Clinic, 3828 the Veterans Legal Initiative, at the clinic from a volunteer who need ongoing legal repre- Sharimar Marie Colon queline Dimas, D’angela drey Garcia, Lisamaria Gar- Antonio Betancourt, Keun- Messenger, Olivia Elizabeth Avenue N, Galveston, from 9 with funding from the Texas attorney in any area of law, in- sentation and who qualify for Melendez, Cesar Conde, Gri- Tamiya Doss, Vanessa Hope cia, Alyssa Janelle Garza and ta Deshawn Blackshire, Meza, Rizeth Moctezuma, legal aid may be assigned a sel Yanori Contreras Alfaro, Forbes, Josue Manuel Galda- Ariel Garza. Francisco Javier Bocanegra, Kytzia Narely Montalvo pro bono attorney through the Moises Contreras, Monserrat mez, Katherine Gallardo and Eric Garza, Kelsey Kate Anthony Alexander Bonil- Ramirez, Yobani Montoya, Houston Volunteer Lawyers to Cruz Franco, Gabriela Abi- Richard Ray Gallegos. Garza, Andy Gonzales, Ne- la, Wendy Karina Camargo Sebastian Alejandro Morales The Brook Debate team adds handle their case. gail Davila Barron, Hannian Joshua Deshawn Garcia, vaeh Tomasina Gonzales, Garcia, Melany Alexandra Sierra, Yesenia Morales, The Houston Bar Founda- De Leon, Carlos Arturo Es- Karla Angelina Garcia, Mau- Aileen Nallely Gonzalez, Camarillo Ramirez, Maliyah Eduardo Moreno, Samantha tion and Houston Volunteer cobar, Katherine Lisbeth Es- reen Garcia, Yaneli Garibay, Bethanie Anne Gonzalez, Liebchen Cantualla and Am- Moreno and Diego Alejandro more points for state Lawyers sponsor weekly Fri- pinal Acosta, Diego Saul Es- Daniel Eduardo Garza, Da- Fryda Nayarit Gonzalez, Jon- ber Nicole Cardenas. Morin. day afternoon clinics at the Mi- pinosa, Angel Alexis Flores, vid Gonzalez, Jesus Gonza- athan Rusty Gonzalez, Vale- Luisa Fernanda Castaneda Rianna Mae Mozingo, chael E. DeBakey VA Medical Gabriel Joseph Fowler, Heidi lez, Leslie Lynnette Gonza- ria Gonzalez, Emily Leigh Medina, Jose Fernando Cas- Blanca Estrella Munoz, Hei- Center from 1 to 4:30 p.m. in Gritel Franco and Sara Regin lez, Jesus Daniel Guerrero Govea, Cassandra Guerre- tellanos Ochoa, Jorge Luis di Naranjo, Angelina Cruz Mental Health Building 108- Gaeta. Cansino, Julissa Nicole Gue- ro, Joselin Lisbeth Guevara, Castor, Felipe Castro, Kas- Navarrete, Ingrid Elizabeth A. Recipients are asked to ar- Erick Adrian Garcia vara, Bianca Gutierrez, Bel- Leibyllen Guadalupe Gutier- sandra Cerna, Aymee Yudith Navarro Martinez, Thuan rive by 4 p.m. to be seen. More Romero, Aida Garza, Na- kis Graciela Hernandez Or- rez, Xavier Sebastian Gutier- Chamorro Hernandez, Les- Quoc Nguyen, Nmesoma information about the clinics is talie Garza, Marisol Gomez donez, Evelin Hernandez, rez and Hansell Guzman Ro- ly Guadalupe Chapa, Edgar Chukwu Michelle Obi, Keith available at www.hba.org. Camero, Aimee Gomez, Jef- Jeslin Bianca Hernandez, driguez. Antonio Chavez Dominguez, Jermaine Oliver, Zaira Lemy ferson Anthony Gomez, Na- Jesus Enrique Hernandez and Brandy Claudette Hernan- Bianca Rose Compean, Javi- Oliveros, Josue Rey Paez, Let’s Dance thalie Gomez, Alize Marie Josiah Thomas Horton. dez, Rebekah Trevino Her- er Contreras, Anahi Cordo- Denise Pamela Perez, Jacob Gonzales, Mayleen Yoliveth Evelyn Juarez, Terran nandez, Denisse Herrera, An- va Wence, Angel Alexander Ethan Perez, Javier Elizan- dates set Hernandez Fuentes, Ashley Deshon King, Jose Antonio dres Ivan Hurtado, Elizabeth Damian, Eddie James Daniel dro Perez and Jerardo Ernes- Everyone is welcome Lizeth Hernandez, Maylyn Lerma, Seep Franz Lona, Julietta Jasso, Dianna Marie and Kerissa Davila. to Perez. to attend the dances at the Hernandez, Nicolas Trevino Marium Alicia Macias, Ivan Lanning, Charles Trong Le, Alberto Delgado, Leon- Gia Louise Perez-Mon- Hometown Heroes Park, Hernandez and Antonio Her- Marquez, Destiny Latrice Miko Xavier Leija, Janae ela Duran, Brenda Flores, toya, Angelina Elisa Perrett, 1001 East League City rera. Marshall, Melany Fernanda Alexia Lindo, Enrique Lopez Paulina Franco, Jose Jason Asia Nicole Peter, Cindy Parkway. Evening dances Jeremiah Joseph Horton, Martinez Sanchez, Alazae Carbajal, Julissa Maricarmen Funes, Hiram Raul Gallegos, Aide Pinedo, Alexis Ramirez, are from 7 to 9:45 p.m. The Christina Melissa Hous- Nicole Martinez, Jocelynn Lopez, Raul Lopez, Maria Jocsan Eliasib Garcia Carva- Bryanna Ramirez, Jacque- door fee is $8. Attire is al- ton, Tuan Anh Huynh, Jes- Mata, Rosa Maria Mayor Del Carmen Luna Rosas and jal, Daphne Danielle Garcia, lin Ramos Ulloa, Stepha- ways “dress as you like.” sie Semaj Jackson, Angel Suarez, Treveon Mcguffery, Luis Antonio Luna. Guisell Carolina Garcia, Ka- nie Rangel, Lizeth Kareny Dancers without partners Jimenez, Carolina Celeste Aron Gustavo Mejia, Isabel- Omar Said Luque, Marisol tia Yoana Garcia, Leelianna Reyes, Shineily Michelle are welcomed with tables re- Julian, Aileen Marie Lopez, la Maria Mendez and Leyda Isabel Maldonado, Samantha Grace Garcia, Ramiro Gar- Rivera Melendez, Mariana served for those who choose Dominique Alexandra Lo- Mendoza Hernandez. Maldonado, Stephanie Mal- cia, Alejandra Garza Ochoa, Rivera, Elizabeth Rodriguez, to sit together for the con- pez, Miguel Lopez, Sonia Ambar Mercedes Perez, donado, Taliyah Sha’jean Andrew Gonzales, Hector Michelle Rodriguez, Samu- venience in sharing dance Guadalupe Lopez, Victor Henry Monasterio, Liliana Mann, Ariana Neshea Man- Eely Gonzalez and Lorena el Rojas, Diana Rosales and partners. All ages from teens Hugo Lopezmorales, Dylan Moncada, Victor Hugo Mon- ning, Leonardo Martinez Gonzalez. Breana Marie Ruiz. through seniors can enjoy the Mathew Luna, Joel Ivan talvo, Yesenia Elizeth Mon- Arreola, Arianna Yvette Erika Liliana Guajardo, Adrian Salas, Alicia Ma- music and fl oor, regardless of Luque and Matthew Daniel terroza, David Enrrique Mo- Martinez, Giovanni Marti- Lesslie Paola Guerrero, Dai- rie Salas, Jaileen Salinas, the level of danceability. Macias. rales, Jesus Morales, Pablo nez, Lucia Martinez, Nor- sy Gutierrez, Jawaun Ter- Brandon Joel Santos San- Save the following dates: Stephanie Michelle Mal- Antonio Morales, Jose Je- ma Martinez, Santos Yeison el Harris, Alexis Sebastian tos, Ayomide Temitope Tal- Feb. 1, “Everything’s Com- donado, Kristopher Erik sus Narvaiz, Yurely Anyelly Martinez, Yuliana Edith Mar- Herebia Martinez, Kevin abi, Destini Tyshion Taylor, ing Up Roses”; and Feb. 29, Maldonado-Jackson, Natalia Negron, Joe Orion Orozco, tine and Alyssa Mariah Mata. Yahir Hernandez Aparicio, Itzayanna Isbel Torres, Mat- “Mardi Gras Dance.” Every- Alexandra Martinez, Guid- Yoselin Guadalupe Ortiz, Rutmariel Mateo, Di- Brianna Victoria Hernandez, thew Casen Trujillo, Denise one is welcome to attend the man Jose Mejia Villalvir, Crystal Palacios and Amelia ana Andrea Mendoza, Les- Ivan Hernandez, Juan Ricar- Adilene Vargas, Trinity Vela, free ballroom dance activity Daisy Imelda Mendoza, Ste- Marie Jimenez Pena. lie Anahid Mendoza, Angye do Hernandez, Juan Dedios Travisha Jazzarie Sentrail at Hometown Heroes Park fan Menjivar, Tomas Meza, Stefany Perez Macias, Elizabeth Mendoza-Mata, Herrera, Nurul Hisham, Kory White, Brodrick Lamar Wil- Brook Debaters added three more students to their fl ight to El Paso in March to every Wednesday from 1 to Abigail Sarai Morales, Ney- Mariah Alejandra Perez, Victoria Arely Molina, Re- Allen Holmes and Kendyll liams and Danna Yebra. attend the state meet with the following wins at Houston Lamar High School on 3:30 p.m. der Jose Moreno Mendez, Piedad Perez, Stephanie Mi- beca Moreno, Dayanara Na- Jan. 24-25, the Worlds School Team of Sarvesh Subramanian, Zahra Virarni, Al- Those interested in les- Cristina Moreno, Britta- chelle Perez, Stephanie Kat- jera, Julianna Nandin, Ale- win Varghese, Rishi Bengani and Nathan Lee took fi rst place. Sarvesh also placed sons can enjoy free dance ny Muniz, Kevin G Muril- ica Peterson, Uyen Hoang sia Nwagor Nmezi, Lizzette Grant funds free art fi rst in Oratory, garnering his fourth qualifi cation of the season. While Sarvesh lessons at Hometown He- lo-Galloso, Antonio Negrete Pham, Jaida Mykell Pierre, Teresa Noguezgarcia, Isaac and Zahra were already qualifi ed in other events, their Worlds members now get roes Park on Tuesdays from and Anthony Julius Nunez. Gretchen Rachel Prado Gon- Julio Nunez, Amarachi Joane to join them at State. Other wins were realized by Muhammad Zain who placed 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. These Isaiah Abdel Orta, Alyssa zalez, Mya Ramirez, Dariela Chiamaka Obi, Kevin Anto- elementary classes third in Informative Speaking, Sebastian Velasquez who placed third in Impromp- lessons are taught by Lewis Monsett Pena, Cesar Eze- Lynette Reyes, John Matthew nio Ochoa Ordonez and Ro- Local elementary stu- The $5,000 grant has al- tu Speaking and Santra Sijo who placed sixth in Dramatic Interp. Freshman Anto and Betty Whistler. Ques- quiel Pena, Govany Melvin Reyna, Josselin Paola Rivas cio Jasmin Ortega. dents have a chance to at- ready enabled the funding for Antony also advanced to Octa-Finals in Lincoln Douglas Debate. Photo submitted tions on lessons can be di- Ramirez, Janeth Ramirez, Rivera and Xavier Mejia Riz- Rebecca Michelle Ortiz, tend afterschool art class- an art class at Bay Elemen- rected to 832-517-5833. Jesenia Ramirez, Jose Angel zuto. Anthony Palos, Carlos Anto- es offered by University of tary in Clear Creek Indepen- Ramos, Erick Renteria, Ale- Luis Alexander Rodri- nio Perez Ramirez, Brandon Houston-Clear Lake’s Art dent School District. jandro Reyes, Amy Elizabeth guez, Nancy Marie Sa- Perez, Isaac Perez, Marangel- School for Children and “We are trying to reach the Rios Del Cid, Katerin Paola maniego, Eric Nacor San- ly Dominique Rangel, Yahir Young Adults at a free or population of students who Annual School Choice Week celebrated Rivera Diaz, Alyssa Brianna tana Ozuna, Stephanie Resendez, Stephanie Reyes, greatly reduced rate, thanks can’t afford the cost of the Texas students, parents as State History Museum. nizing School Choice Week Week empowers Texas par- Rodarte, Cesar Rodriguez, Sauceda, Carlos Alexander Karina Rivas, Ascencion Me- to a grant from the Kinder class. These funds pay for the and teachers from all types Around the country, Ameri- in their communities. ents to know their options Marcus Andrew Rodriguez, Saucedo Estrada, Anthony jia Rizzuto, Sierra Michelle Morgan Foundation. materials and for the teach- of K-12 schools are celebrat- cans have been celebrating at In Texas, there are a vari- and choose based on their Susana Rodriguez and Rob- Eugene Thomas, Emilia- Robertson, Collin Micheal The main goal for the er’s time.” The funds have ing educational opportunity school open houses, pep ral- ety of educational options to children’s unique needs.” inson Rosas. no Torres, Samantha Tor- Rodriguez, Eduardo Rodri- grant funds is to host Art a secondary purpose, Moya and explore school choic- lies, screenings of the movie attend including: traditional School choice is an im- Jailyn Elysa Saldana, res-Lozano, Alan Tien Tran, guez, Julianna Rodriguez and School programs at more said. “With these funds, we es at school fairs and other “Miss Virginia,” sports com- public schools with open en- portant issue for all types of Destiny Marie Sanchez, In- Marco Uriel Valdez, Alyssa Nimsi Sarai Rodriguez. area elementary school cam- can create more paid teach- community events during the petitions, school fairs and rollment at the discretion of schools across the state. “I grid Joana Sanchez, Miran- Marie Vasquez, Wendy Sarai Kimberly Jocelyn Ro- puses with a high concentra- ing opportunities for our un- nation’s 10th annual School more. each district, charter schools, think, no matter what stu- da Michelle Sanchez, Vale- Zarate, Diana Gloria Zavala jas Pena, Joshua Aleczander tion of low-income students. dergraduate art education Choice Week. Gov. Greg Abbott issued magnet schools, online acad- dents’ interests are, schools ria Marlyn Sanchez, Maynor Bernabe and Damian Jovany Romano, Angel Vidal Rosa, “Because we must charge students,” he said. “Teaching Schools, organizations, an offi cial proclamation rec- emies, private schools and of choice help them clarify Josue Santos Hernandez, Jer- Zayas. Diana Rubio, Cynthia Sala- a fee for our classes, the best these classes is a great op- and individuals are plan- ognizing Jan. 26 - Feb. 1 as homeschooling. what those interests may be emiah Ezekiel Sheppard-Ru- Eleventh grade zar, Lessley Sanchez, Vale- use of these funds is to sub- portunity to get more experi- ning 4,891 events and activ- Texas School Choice Week. National School Choice or what they may pursue as bio, Franklin Antonio Sorto Antonio Aguilar Jimenez, ria Sanchez-Villa, Michelle sidize the cost or be able to ence. When our students are ities, making up some of the In addition, the counties of Week is an independent pub- a career in the future,” said and Olufunmilayo Abisola Itzaira Aguilar, Rebecca Agu- Guadalupe Sendejo, Alexis offer it to children in Title in a class, they’re the teacher. 51,300 events planned na- Crane, Liberty, Lynn, Kim- lic awareness effort celebrat- Agnes Perry, principal of Talabi. ilar, Evelynn Faith Aguilon, Catalina Sifuentes, Beatrice I schools for free,” said art They come up with the plans tionwide to draw attention to ble, Gonazales and Willa- ed since 2011. The week is DeBakey High School for Evelyn Marie Valdez, Joa- Alicia Bianey Almaguer, An- Elizabeth Sillas, Leilani Si- school director David Moya. and they prepare the materi- K-12 education options. Na- cy; cities of Blue Mound, nonpartisan, nonpolitical, Health Professions. quin Fernando Valencia San- gelito Manuel Alvarado, An- mons, Alana Alour Tellez Schools designated as Ti- als. tional School Choice Week Tomball, Selma, Collyville, and not related to any legis- For a complete list of lo- tos, Alexandra Vazquez Gar- gelina Nyomi Alvarez-Car- and Kimberly Torres. tle I receive fi nancial assis- “In addition to the meth- (Jan. 26 – Feb. 1) will be the Irving, Lexington, Seago- lative advocacy campaign. cal events planned in Texas, cia, Christian Nicolas Vera, rera, Gerardo Ancheta Ruiz, Hanna Tinh Tran, Paola tance from the state because a ods classes and the intern- largest celebration of educa- ville, Brazoria, Grapevine, “From dual-language explore the events and up- Hanson Tinh Vo, Demarcus Natalia Azeneth Ayala, Jen- Citlalli Urban, Zianya Ka- certain percentage of the stu- ships, this is one more option tional choice in U.S. history, Colleyville, Richardson, public magnet programs dates listed at schoolchoice James Whitaker, Ariel Isabel- nifer Bastida, Derrick Wayne mila Valenzuela, Alexander dents have been identifi ed as we can offer our students to with a record-shattering 13.7 Oyster Creek, Florence, Bal- to high-performing private week.com/states/texas. The la Zamora, Cynthia Zavala, Bell, Oscar Misael Belmares, Vela, Alexandra Villanueva, low-income and require sup- help make them more com- million Americans expected cones Heights, Sour Lake, schools, Texas has more ed- website is also a place to Josue Zuniga, Kevin Daniel Hugo Eleasar Benavides and Jenna Ashley Villanueva, plemental funds to reach their petitive when they graduate.” to participate. Combine, Prosper, Farmers ucational choices than ever download a guide to school Zuniga-Rios and Angie Joha- Noe Botello. Nicolas Luis Villarreal, Fi- educational goals, while the For additional information One of the biggest events Branch, Allen, Keller, Eu- before,” said Andrew Cam- choice in Texas, see cele- na Zuviri. Esmeralda Bravo, William del Joaking Vizcaino, Hud- Kinder Morgan Foundation about the Art School for Chil- that took place in Texas was less, Liberty, Lewisville and panella, president of Nation- bration photos and procla- Tenth grade Calles, Armando Cantu, Anai son Tran Vo, Israel Chundar funds programs that promote dren and Young Adults, visit a large school fair Saturday, Overton and Village of Pleak al School Choice Week. “We mation updates and to learn Esteban Angel Abascal, Cardoza, Andrea Castillo, Webb, Landon Andrew Wen- the academic and artistic in- www.uhcl.edu/childrens-art- Jan. 25, at the Bullock Tex- issued proclamations recog- hope National School Choice more about featured events. Miguel Angel Alonso, Na- William Castillo, Anthony ke, Erick Leon Zamarripa terests of young people. school. Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 30, 2020

Thompson Intermediate announces Over The Back Fence by Alexis third honor roll list for 2019-2020 Thompson Intermediate Martinez, Kiana Thi Mc- and Desanae Elissa Cisneros. Ashley Alizah Martinez, School offi cials announced combs, Alan Nguyen, Ny Ha Christopher Henry Com- Frida Mejia, Lillian Irene the third honor roll list for Bao Nguyen and Ryan Oscar pean, Heli Marlene Contre- Mendez, Lacardo Danelle 2019-2020 school year. Nguyen. ras, Amyiah Re’shae Cotton, Moore, Isabel Jolie Nava, ANGELA ENJOYS A BIRTHDAY SCHOOL DAZE Thompson Intermediate Seventh grade Trish Thuy Nguyen, Hen- Ashley Marie Cruz, Julissa Tran Bao Ngo, Alex Cong Bobby and Kenneth Griffin send birthday The following personnel and staff mem- Blow out the candles on a birthday cake Feb. Rigoberto Alanis, Ari- ry Alexander Pacheco-More- Alizee Duarte, Vivian Ngan Nguyen, Elexy-Lyn Nguyen, greetings to daughter-in-law Angela Griffin, bers of the Pasadena Independent School 5 for Mark Varian. ana Alaniz, Manal Kamran no, Nikolas Alexander Pe- Duong, Katya Isabela Flores, John Tang Nguyen, Taylor who celebrates a birthday Feb. 2. District celebrate birthdays Jan. 30 through Dobie High Aleem, Jonathan Lee Alex- laez, Julianne Le Pham, Tony Eliud Garcia, Mcklaus Er- Truong Nguyen, Terry Thanh BIRTHDAY GREETINGS FOR KARMA Feb. 5, 2020. A special birthday is celebrated by Steven ander, Keiley Erin Antho- Phan, Madison Victoria Pu- ick Alexander Garcia, Titus Nguyen, Troy Anh Nguyen Birthday wishes are sent Feb. 2 to Karma Burnett Elementary Casteel and Elke Cerre on Jan. 30. Special ny, Grace Isabelle Arriola, ente, Matthew Noah Rangel, Quoc Giang, Lydia Golen- and Tuyet Thien Nguyen. Wright, former Leader staffer, from her family, On Feb. 1, Kateri Williams celebrates a birthday wishes are sent to Laura Guerrero A’nyia Marie Beasley, Lo- Jayden Lawrence Reimer, ko, Diana Guadalupe Gomez Tyler Toan Minh Nguy- friends and staff at the Leader. birthday. Send a birthday wish Feb. 4 to Lisa Jan. 31. The day for a double-layer cake for renzo Betancourt Mejia, Lo- Derek Rodriguez and Emily Chicas and Catherine Brian- en, Cindy Ni, Vivian Jassmin OLIVIA CELEBRATES 7TH BIRTHDAY! Baumann. Frank Mora and Leslie Rustin is Feb. 1. riana Betancourt Mejia, Na- Nicole Rodriguez. na Gomez. Pachuca, Mary Grace Venant Olivia Moreno celebrates her seventh birth- Bush Elementary Sharing a birthday Feb. 3 are Garland Ganter, than Lee Borjas, Kaylie Bui, Katherine Michelle Sa- Ricardo Alonso Gomez, Pelekamoyo, Belle Alexan- day Wednesday, Feb. 5. Wishing her a wonder- Birthday greetings are sent Feb. 4 to Maria Denice Ontiveros Valencia and Veronica Stephanie Phuong Bui and billon-Velasquez, Isabella Miranda Guadalupe Gon- dria Perridon, Haley Lou- ful birthday with lots of love, hugs and kisses Palacios. On Feb. 5, sing a happy birthday Oyervides. Break out the balloons and party Emily Jade Cano. Rose Sanchez, Daniel Silva, zalez Garza, Alexa Nata- ise Precella, Valeria Quiroz, are her mom Jenny (Hayes) and husband song to Ixida Quintero. favors Feb. 4 for a celebration for Chastity Hall, Jonathan Jerry Carter, Ethan Landon Snow, Pitou lia Gonzalez, Alana Ma- Jayden Jeremyjah Rangel, Josh Laney of Spring; big brother Brayden; Genoa Elementary Shaqwan Scott, Kristi Vance and Sandra Danielle Annaya Chenier, So, Jason Ta, Nolan Le Tran, rie Goree, Eva Lynn Grile, Sophia Rose Rodriguez, De- big sister Baylee Espinosa; proud grandpar- Light the birthday candles Feb. 2 for Anita Villarreal. On Feb. 5, birthday cheers go to Alejandro Del Villar Rodri- Tristan Phat Tran, Andrew Ayesha Hasan, Ethan Cross siree Alicia Romero, Itzel ents Robert and Jannie Scarberry (former Thibodeaux. Geydi Bonilla and Nichole Kemp. guez, Kristin Thi Do, Vyvy Lee Ullman, Khanh Phuc Vu Hernandez, Julia Luci- Romero, Meadow Annalisa longtime South Belt residents) and Mike Meador Elementary FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS Tuyet Huynh Do, Aniya Do, Megan Thuan An Vu, la Hernandez, Tyler Phil- Ross, Valerie Amber Salazar, and Doris Hayes of Ada, Okla.; aunt Stacey Special birthday wishes are sent to Felipe The Leader sends birthday wishes to friends Hope Epps, Emmanuel Es- Sophia Vu, Cameron Latrell lip Hudgens, Kaleigh Lynn Emily Salinas and Jorge Sa- (Hayes) Flowers; uncles Stephen Flowers, Saucedo Feb. 5. who have a birthday. For those wanting a birth- trada, Viviana Soleil Fer- Walcott and Addison Chris- Hughes, Eric Dinh Huynh, linas. Joey Hayes, Austin and Tyler Scarberry; and Moore Elementary day mentioned in this section, send an email nandez, Lindzey Rebecca tine Yount. Muhammad Mujtaba Iqbal Aliyah Nicole Sanchez, cousins Kennedy, Owen and Evie Flowers, Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to to [email protected] with “OTBF: Flores, Elizabeth Christine Eighth grade and Makayla Sudario John- Alyson Renee Schwausch, and Jade and Lily Scarberry. Mom Jenny is a Debbie Pampell Feb. 4. Friends Celebrate Birthdays” in the subject line Garcia, Yazmine Yvette Gon- Maricela Aguilar, Mee- son. Madelyn Grace Sepulveda, 1997 Dobie High grad. South Belt Elementary by Friday noon for the next week’s publication. zalez, Sophia Thien My Ho ha Akbar, Chelsea Adeola Shalini Rhnea Johnson, Jasmine Rayne Stewart, Ken- OWEN ENJOYS 11TH BIRTHDAY! Join in the birthday fun Jan. 30 with Lauren Thursday, Jan. 30: Bill Heavin, Karen Price, and Marvin Antonio Jereza- Akinloye, Alyssa Ann Al- Sebastian Alexander King, ton Dat Thai, James L Thom- Owen Michael Flowers celebrates his 11th Hughes. Break out the balloons and party Kimberly Istre, Kristen Mata, Jennifer Miller, no. len, Cassius Aiden Arredon- Quynh Nhat Ky, Emely as, Anthony Xavier Turner, birthday on Monday, Feb. 3. Best wishes and favors for Jessica Arnold and Ma Cuevas De Christine Cline and Amy Reichelderfer; Xavier Michael Keller, do Zuniga, Ezekiel Nicolas Yulissa Lazo, Dennis Paul Blaine Anthony Turner, Viv- lots of love, hugs and kisses are sent to Owen Vazquez Feb. 3. Friday, Jan. 31: Maria Olvera, Erica Bush, Iakovos-Panagiotis Kostik- Arriaga, Michelle Avalos, Le, Rachael Yvan Le, Tom- ica Viviana Valencia, Julis- from big sister Kennedy, little sister Evie, par- Stuchbery Elementary Veronica Tanguma-Mejia, Ernie Banks, oglou, Jacob Paul Lam and Gianna Barreiro, Mohannad my Le, Nathan Riley Lind, sa Vega, Walter Jacob Ve- ents Stephen and Stacey (Hayes) Flowers; Lety Gonzalez marks a birthday Jan. 30. Josh Keim, Angeles Rios, Maria Zuniga and Kayla Tien Nhi Lam, Na- Mohamed Bataineh, Arian- Kyla Aileen Lobo, Joshua lasquez, Cardin Vo, Hallie grandparents Robert and Jannie Scarberry, The day for a party for Emma Tsikis is Jan. Craig Thompson; Saturday, Feb. 1: Danice talia Le Goenaga, Nathan na Gabrielle Brown, Diego Jeremiah Lopez, Victoria Hoa Vu, Iveen Bao Phi Vu, former longtime South Belt residents, and Mike 31. Oliver and Lee Terry; Sunday, Feb. 2: Lisa Le, Karyme Alejandra Leal, Camacho, Jorge Alfredo Marie Luna, Jennifer Ly and Mathew Quoc Vu and Teresa and Karen Flowers of Dickinson; uncles Tyler Melillo Middle School Upshaw and John Scheschuk; Monday, Mayte Marfi l, Rubi Citlaly Camacho, Jill Yvette Canales Julie Ann Machado. Ngoc Vu. and Austin Scarberry, Joey Hayes, Wesley Sing a birthday song to Kelly Jurek Jan. 31. Feb. 3: Garland Ganter; Tuesday, Feb. 4: and Travis Flowers and Josh Laney; aunts Roberts Middle School Bobby Kramer and Deborah Carmona; and Jenny (Hayes) Laney and Christine Flowers; Celebrating a birthday Feb. 5 is Nekia Wednesday, Feb. 5: James Kelso. and cousins Brayden and Baylee Espinosa, McAlpin. LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Brook debate team racking up points Olivia Moreno, Jade and Lily Scarberry, and Beverly Hills Intermediate Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, Sierra, Ryker, Connor, Jesse, Christopher Feb. 2 is the day for a celebration for Teresa congratulations, etc., to mynews@south and Mason Flowers. Owen’s mom is a 2005 Tran and Cynthia Wright. Send a birthday beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line Dobie High School graduate. greeting Feb. 4 to Melanie Thompson. by Friday noon for the next week’s publication. Dobie Key Club volunteers serve during Chevron Houston Marathon

The Clear Brook High School debate team contin- team hopes to add additional points at Lamar High On Jan. 19, Dobie Key Club offi cers and members donated time at nanda Davila, Jeenny Nguyen, Hannah Lazo, Naomi Rodriguez, Al- ued its stockpiling of state points at Clear Creek High School this weekend to guarantee state qualifi cation. In the Chevron Houston Marathon. The members spent their time at yssa Nguyen, Savannah Tran, Jessica Tran, Kailey Tsikis, (third row) School’s annual meet hosted Jan. 17 and 18. The biggest addition to these points, teammates shown above, Ian the gear check station, checking in runners’ bags as they arrived. Enlai Yii, Erica Hay, Jonathan Neira, Thao Lam, Harrison Nguyen, win came when the squad’s World School Debate team Allen (left) placed third and Aqsa Babar placed second Shown in the top left photo is member Emily Reyes sorting out run- Melanie Vo, Annette Tran, Andrea Uribe, Denise Rodriguez, Miran- bested Tompkins High School in fi nals, winning on a 3-0 in fi nals for Information Speaking, picking up enough ners’ bags. Shown top right is member Crystal Mejia organizing da Serrano, Megan Rodriguez, Kevin Su, (fourth row) Aries Jimenez, decision from their panel. This gave the team of Sarvesh points to put them both at eight points for the year. bags. Shown below are, left to right, (fi rst row) Kathy Tran, treasur- Bruce Nguyen, Vinh Diep, Genesis Valtierra, Michael De La Garza, Subramanian, Nathan Lee, Rishi Bengani, Alwin Var- They also hope to add points at Lamar and have plans er; Tammy Dang, vice president; Eduardo Benavides, senior class Violet Tran, Giovanni Luna, Javier Martinez, Christopher Mendio- ghese and Zahra Virani six points, leaving them at ten to participate at the state meet in El Paso in March. representative; Deeangel Trinh, editor; Jennifer Nguyen, president; la-Garcia, Ashley Tovar, (fi fth row) Amy Cao, Crystal Mejia, Metzli total for the season. Needing only two more points, the Photo submitted Jeremiah Palma, secretary; Ashley Tsikis, vice president; Abrianna Silva, Emily Reyes, Alina Herazo, Jennefer Gonzalez, Jaclyn Nguy- Aguilar, webmaster; (second row) Alan Nguyen, Jordan Tran, Fer- en, Lilly Nguyen, Vy Dinh and Hayden Lazo. Photos submitted Remember When

40 years ago (1980) 25 years ago (1995) Freeman’s offi ce conducted 1973), president of the Bay The Houston Fire Depart- Houston Police stepped up a warrant sweep and arrested Area Houston Economic ment arson division followed patrols in Scarsdale after the 50 individuals, which cleared Partnership; Leonard Cher- up on several leads on a fi re subdivision withdrew from the 105 warrants. ry (Class of 1974), presi- that severely damaged the South Belt Security Alliance. After a pause, construc- dent of Cherry Companies; fi fth-grade area of Burnett The Harris County district tion on the new H-E-B store Randy McEachern (Class Elementary. attorney’s offi ce conducted on Blackhawk resumed. The of 1974), former Univer- In spite of negative infor- an investigation concerning store opened Oct. 26, 2005. sity of Texas quarterback; mation presented by the “60 alleged fraud charges with Dr. Daniel Darmadi was Kevin Sherrington (Class Minutes” and “20/20” televi- regard to the San Jacinto Col- named the Memorial Her- of 1974), sports journalist; sion shows, the chairman of lege regents election. mann Southeast Hospital’s and Reed O’Connor (Class the drive to establish a South Twenty-three additional physician of the year. of 1983), federal judge on Belt area PDAP (Palmer street lights were approved Election fi ling began for the U.S. District Court for Drug Abuse Program) Center for the Sagemont subdivi- all three educational dis- the Northern District of said he still felt the program sion. tricts that serve the South Texas. Airman 1st Class had a lot to offer. Clear Brook High School Belt: Pasadena Independent Kyle “Pete” Wells (Class of 35 years ago (1985) senior Kevin Blenham de- School District; Clear Creek 1979) was honored as a fall- Bridge railings for two signed the logo that would be Independent School District; en hero. The late Catherine reconstructed bridges and used at the Texas Academic and San Jacinto College. Haney, who served as both one for reconstruction over Decathlon state fi nals. 10 years ago (2010) a history teacher and Aca- the Beamer Road ditch were 20 years ago (2000) Two suspects entered a demic Decathlon coach at being modifi ed because of Final Brio remediation be- game room in the 12400 the school, was honored as a complaints the railings ob- gan. The Brio Site Task Force block of Scarsdale at rough- distinguished faculty mem- structed the view of traffi c to began removing the under- ly 8:15 a.m. when one of the ber. Leader publisher Marie the right. ground pipelines. men used a sledge hammer Flickinger was honored as a 30 years ago (1990) Gail Totman, 51-year-old to smash through the build- community volunteer. As testimony wrapped up Beverly Hills resident, was ing’s door. The second man A home invasion occurred in the Slaughter v. Monsanto murdered after arriving home brandished a handgun and Feb. 4 in the 9900 block of trial, two of the last witnesses and being confronted by an demanded money from the Sagecourt. Police said two Harris County Public Library declares record said documents were altered unknown suspect(s) as she facility’s lone employee. The armed men went to the house and Monsanto “cooked the got out of her car. employee cooperated and and demanded money and books” relating to the Brio The Leader began its 25th gave the man roughly $2,500 jewelry from a female res- 2M ebook, audiobook checkouts for year of 2019 site. year of publication. Davy in cash. The two men then ident. The woman said she Harris County Pub- age has grown every year, re- resents the most popular in a chelle Obama. 1. “Becoming” by Mi- Thompson Intermediate Flickinger was named presi- quickly fl ed the scene. None did not recognize either of lic Library recently an- fl ecting popular trends and in- vast catalog that also includes 3. “Educated” by Tara chelle Obama. School faculty began an in- dent of the South Belt Leader. of the game room’s four pa- the crooks but suspected her nounced that it achieved a terests both locally and across mystery, fantasy and children/ Westover. 2. “Where the Crawdads tense crisis information sem- 15 years ago (2005) trons were threatened. No im- house was targeted because record-breaking two mil- the country. In 2019, the high- young adult. 4. “Nine Perfect Strang- Sing” by Delia Owens. inar to help recognize symp- Local law enforcement mediate arrests were made. her family owns a car deal- lion digital book checkouts est-circulating title across both These are the top fi ve ebook ers” by Liane Moriarty. 3. “You Are a Bad***” by toms of drug use. offi cers investigated several 5 years ago (2015) ership and was to have had in 2019. This accomplish- formats that Harris County titles borrowed through Harris 5. “The Reckoning” by Jen Sincero. Judge Howard Wayland home burglaries in Wood- J. Frank Dobie High cash on hand. No immediate ment illustrates the contin- Public Library readers bor- County Public Library’s digital John Grisham. 4. “The Life-Changing opened the doors to his new meadow as well as a purse School announced its Hall arrests were made. ued growth and importance rowed through OverDrive was collection in 2019: These are the top fi ve au- Magic of Tidying Up” by courtroom at the Harris snatching in the Randall’s of Honor inductees. Dis- 1 year ago (2019) of library lending of ebooks “Where the Crawdads Sing” 1. “Where the Crawdads diobooks borrowed through Marie Kondo. County annex on Scarsdale parking lot on Fuqua. Dep- tinguished alumni includ- A woman was arrested by and audiobooks along with by Delia Owens. The top-cir- Sing” by Delia Owens. Harris County Public Library's 5. “Educated” by Tara and Beamer. uties from Constable Gary ed Bob Mitchell (Class of the FBI for allegedly robbing the creative ways the library culating genre, romance, rep- 2. “Becoming” by Mi- digital collection in 2019: Westover. half a dozen Houston-area has served its community banks – including two in the with digital services. Har- South Belt area – in just fi ve ris County Public Library days between Jan. 18 and is one of 73 systems around Mardi Gras Galveston t? FURNITURE RE-DO the world – including stand- n Jan. 22. The suspect, Lores Balcony Tickets Available gna Clay, had originally been alone libraries and consortia Pre – that surpassed one million I be • Re-Pair • Re-Finish dubbed “the Hairy Heister” uld because of the colorful wigs checkouts through Rakuten Feb. 15, 21 & 22 Co OverDrive, the leading dig- • Re-Glue • Re-Screw she wore during the robber- Get above the crowds I need a pregnancy test ies. 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Reader interest and us- Zkrewe is a 501c3 non-profit organization Crisis Pregnancy Center Thursday, January 30, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Memorial High announces third six-weeks honor roll list Dennis Paul honored by TLR Pasadena Memorial High Mariana Astrid Pena, Roge- nacio Rey Izaguirre, Jazmin Nathaniel Estrada, Liam Kai Rodriguez, Emanuel Ro- dres Guzman, Presley Lind- School offi cials announced lio Perez, Duc Minh Pham, Lorena Izaguirre, Ashley Fielden, Jennifer Figueroa driguez, Ernest Isaac Ro- sey Harbuck, Yuliana Saide honor roll, list for the third Vy Thanh Phan, Jose Alber- Lisbeth Jimenez Reyes and Cardenas, Cynthia Natalie driguez, Leticia Rodriguez, Haro, Brandi Nichole Hem- six-weeks of 2019-2020. to Pina, Lauren Michelle Pu- Karyme Aileen Jimenez. Flores, Diego Joell Flores, Tahari Zyhaire Ross, Moriah minger, Gabriela Hernan- Nineth grade ente, Adrita Rahman, Kev- Cheyanne Rose Johnson, Kaitlyn Bryanna Flores, Graciela Roy and Michelle dez, Gisel Rose Hernandez, Anna Sofi a Abrego-Sori- in Gael Ramirez Jimenez, Isaiah Augustine Juarez, Kristina Grace Flores, Ta- Rubio. Julianna Jubilee Hernandez, ano, Caroline Leilani Acu- Agustin Allan Ramirez, Sednazitlalli Juarez, Mad- mara Lisbeth Flores and Ab- Omar Ruiz, Mojtaba Mariana Hernandez, Ashley na, Brittni Nevaeh Aguilar, Evony Rain Ramos, Di- ison Nicole Lamb, Marcus igail Frank. Mahmood Sadeghi, Kimber- Marie Hiner, Giovanna Ibar- Wendy Aguilar, Siani Deva ana Michell Reyes, Kaitlyn Joseph Lind, Aidan Chris- Roy Patrick Galang, ly Melissa Sanchez, Destiny ra, Nneka Isioma Iyegbu, Rose Alanis, Marcelino Luis Taylor Reynolds, Audrey topher Lopez, Damian Rene Madison Rose Gallardo, Elizabeth Sandoval, Nathan Estrella Jasso and Nalliyah Alaniz, Ashley Alfaro, Elkin Celeste Rivas, Jeremiah Lopez, Faith Elizabeth Lo- Patrick Moises Garcia Sala- Jahir Sandoval, Daniella Christine Jenkins. Alexander Alfaro, David Al- Anthony Rivera and Alexis pez, Naydeli Lopez, Mi- zar, Beatriz Garcia Severo, Santos, Stephanie Annaly Ariana Giselle Jimenez, varado, Marco Alvarenga, Nichole Robles. chelle Angelique Luna, Han Alyssa Nicole Garcia, Javi- Santos, Sophia Burdette Melanie Virginia Jimenez, Manuel Amezquita, Keau- Leslie D’ann Robles, Gia Luu, Alyssa Evette Ma- er Alejandro Garcia, Jocelyn Schaper, Luke Aaron Schop- Aaliyah D Ann Rochell no Neikko Andrade, Jabari Bernardo Rodriguez, Daniel drid, Perla Solis Magana, Merie Garcia, Michael Da- pa, Jos Sebastian, Austin Jones, Kevin Adrian Juarez, Naeem Antoine and Miguel Roberto Rodriguez, Denisse Angela Marie Marler and vid Garcia, Rut Garcia, Se- Joel Serna, Jennifer Lissette Tyler Rei Juarez, Zain- Angel Armenta. Rodriguez, Melissa Isabelle Aimee Anahi Martinez. bastian Garcia, Alexsandra Serrano, Audrey Anna Ser- ab Khan, Sammy George Anthony Arredondo, Bri- Rodriguez, Victoria Esper- Cinthea Renee Martinez, Garza, Gabriel Garza, Jas- rato, Emmanuel Singh and Kmeid, Kacie Renee anna Arredondo, Viviana anza Rodriguez, Elizabeth Eunice Naomi Martinez, mine Garza, Matthew Isaiah Kindahl Audrey Smith. Kocurek, Madison Nicole Arredondo, Angel Joel Ar- Leiana Rojas, Samira Anna Faith Makayla Martinez, Garza, Mia Mor Garza and Emma Lucia Sorto, Jes- Lafi eld, Alexandra Marie royo, Jimena Avila-Garcia, Romero, Alexxus Rene Guillermo Mata, Joel Alex- Valerie Garza. sica Leticia Soto, Jolene Landon, Abigail Marie Lez- Miguel Angel Azua, Hazar Ruiz, Curtis Wayne Russell ander Mata, Alex Carim Ma- Alexa Loretta Gar- Nguyen Tangavelou, cano, Nathan Kobe Licerio Fuad Baba, Briana Carolyn and Aureli Elena Rutiaga. teo Rocha, Makenzie Eliza- za-Gonzalez, Itzel Vianey Bridgett Cassandra Tejada, and Cameron Jessie Mat- Nicole Baker, Juan Manu- Aalayah Salas, Oziel beth Mauk, Kaitlyn Dianne Gatica, Ariana Gonzalez, Kevin Nhatkhanh Tran, Jose thew Lilly. el Banda, Francisco Xavier Salazar, Haley Kay Salis- Meier, Victor Hugo Moran, Karen Alexa Gonzalez, Ma- Francisco Trevino Romo, Eryn Mckay Livingston, Barahona, Jennifer Barrios, bury, Gabriela Amely San- Cristian Andres Morquecho, riah Elizabeth Gonzalez, Amy Yairel Trevino, Jada Andre Xavier Lomas, Isra- Alexander Evan Bengochea, chez Fuentes, Katherine Jazmin Munoz, David Ra- Dani Orlando Granados, Ilexyia Trigueros, Antho- el Longoria, Victoria Anahi Sinaiyah Janae Marie Bes- Daniela Saravia Alvarado, mon Nelloms, Mai Thi Ngoc Amaris Linette Guerra, Ja- ny Truong, Camille Rachel Longoria, Emiliano Lopez, sard, Sydney Faith Bodiker, Crystal Carena Saucedo, Ngo and Briahna Yen Nguy- cob Christopher Guerrero, Turcios, Cole Patrick Urdi- Angel Jared Lozoya, Jeremy Jose Christopher Bonilla and Cadence Sarah Scott, Ann en. Paige Lynn Harbuck, Bry- ales and Damian Vasquez. Marvell Mabry, Thanh Dan Demetri Khalil Bragg. Mariya Sebastian, Jakob Christopher Dat Nguy- an Haro, Ellienne Autumn Kenneth Vazquez, Alys- Mac, Delia Magana, Jesus Steffen Akeem Brown, Fredrick Serna, Grace Isabel en, Dylan Phuc Luan Nguy- Herndon, Alexandra Hidro- sa Andrea Velasco, Danyela Antonio Marcos, Adriana Andrei Buenrostro, Bran- Serrano, Katelynn Ray Sis- en, Tim Duc Nguyen, Tracy go, Humaira Hoque, Chloe Priscilla Velasquez, Vivian Fiorella Martinez, Lauren don Duc-Huy Bui, Kayleen tos, Aleta Belle Smallwood, Pham Nguyen, Trishia Dan Abigail Hudspeth and Ken- Velasquez, Tyler Ray Villa, Rose Masquifelt, Daphne Bui, Bianca Reece Burnett, Damian Solis, Dariana Sosa Thuy Nguyen, Aidan Nino, ny Ngoc Huynh. Rigoberto Villanueva, Alex- Alyssa Mata and Jonah Paul Emil Santos Caballero, Eva and Logan Jade Sprinkle. Emily Olvera, Roger Orel- Briana Nicole Ibarra, Jer- ia Villarreal, Syara Jade Vil- Maughan. State Rep. Dennis Paul was recently honored by Texans for Lawsuit and Reform, Alexis Caldera, Haley Ki- Hayden David Stallings, lana, Adrian Steven Ortiz, emias David Iraheta, Bri- larreal, Vickie Vu, Ashlee Erin Abigail Mcnabb, receiving its Civil Justice Award at a packed event held at Bay Oaks County Club. sai Calvo, Genesis Carolina Shayla Brieanne Stringer, Jade Brittany Ortiz and Jon- yanne Nicole Jenkins, Da- Christina Walker, Samantha Josue Jair Mendez Torres, State Sen. Larry Taylor served as master of ceremonies at the function. Shown above Camaal, Kaitlyn Maken- Kimberly Tamez, Jade Xi- ny Paisano. nali Jimenez, Jose Armando Gayle Wiggins, Jayce Alex- Tiffany Lucille Messina, with Paul at the event are South Belt resident Gloria Garcia and former South Belt na Campos, Linda Senayda mena Tapia Coutino, Ivan Jesus David Paternina, Jimenez, Olivia Grace ander Winson, Sarah Elena Yaileen Rubi Montemayor, resident Fred Flickinger, who is running for the Harris County Department of Ed- Campos, Eliana Joselynn Terrones, Angel Ivonne Destini Lissette Payne, Luis Jimenez, Paige Simone Yepez and Giovanni Anto- Sebastian Montilla Mer- ucation Trustee Board. Photo by Marie Flickinger Cardenas, Homero Jesus Torres, Christian Alexan- Francisco Pelico Guox, So- Johnson, Amy Thanh Lam, nio Zaso. cedes, Angela Ruth Mooney, Carrasco, Emma Grace Car- der Torres, Daisy Alexan- fi a Coral Perales Espinosa, Jacob Lee Leal, Deylah Twelfth grade Alexis Nicole Morales, ro and Olivia Nicole Casas. dra Torres, Dayanara Torres, Abril Monserrat Pereyda Nayzeth Lopez, Jacob An- Olivia Nicole Abrego, Brandon Moreno, Maritza Shaylie Guadalupe Cas- Joann Alexis Torres, Am- Montoya, Brenda Isela Pe- drew Lopez, Leana Elisha Meisy Liseth Aguilar, Chy- Moreno, Joseph Alejandro Mayor Turner encourages trejon, Samantha Rae Cas- ber Kim Tran, Hao Ngoc rez Vazquez, Anahi Perez, Lopez, Aden Miller Ludeke na De’shea Akins, Leslie Mosquera, Brandon Ngo tro, Alexa Grace Cavazos, Si Tran, Alexander Trejo, Christopher Perez, Gissell and Brittany Angelina Ma- Jacqueline Alcala Dubon, and Anh Ha Van Nguyen. Joel Andres Cazares, Yazmin Annabella Marta Trevino, Perez, Gwyneth Rose Pe- cias. Fernanda Odalys Alvarado, Nicholas Nguyen, Steven donations to aid Puerto Rico Cerda, Aza Lael Cherry, Xitlaly Lorely Trevino and rez, Kori Anneice Phillips, Ramon Madrigal, Jordon Jayleen Magdalena Alvarez, Pham Nguyen, Sebastian In the aftermath of sever- Blvd. The warehouse phone men’s/women/boys and girls Chloe Paige Clark, Claudia Ngoc Thai Truong. 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Marie Marinez, Jasmine Rosa Graciela Banda, Chris- Jose Miguel Pena, Andres of Christian Churches Disas- with some costs of shipping For more information, visit ner, Ella Deborah Derousse Urdiales, Isela Alejandra Herman Josue Ramos, Rose Marshall, Mia Rebec- tian Bandera and Miguel Efrain Perez Hernandez, ter Services in encouraging donated items to Puerto Rico. www.nacchelp.org or @NA- Daley, Trinh Viet Dang, Jes- Vasquez, Zalet Vazquez, Maryorie Darlen Rangel, ca Ann Martin, Alexander Angel Barahona. Jeremiah Malik Perinon, Houstonians to donate disas- List of requested items, CCHelp on NACC Disaster sica Michelle Dryden and Guillermo Velasquez, Mar- Katherin Fabiola Reyes Pi- Martinez, Cecilia Eliza- Payton Nicole Beard, Pearl Hoa Phan, Benjamin ter relief supplies to help with diapers, baby formula, toilet- Services social media pages. Emily Ann Duet. co Antonio Vera Gonzalez, neda, Rogelio Reyes, Jesus beth Martinez, Diane Eliza- Carlyle Marie Benson, Ines John Phelps, Kristyn Mi- recovery. ries, men’s/women/boys and All items collected during Yoali Quetzalli Enriquez, Angel Fabian Villalobos, Sa- Alexander Reyna, Kaely beth Martinez, Emily Anne Elizabeth Bercian, Diana chelle Phillips, Mariah Ne- Donations may be dropped girls clothes (new and used), the donation drive will be Kevin Alexander Epling, mantha Villanueva and Adri- Paige Richardson, Gavin Martinez, Gabriela Marti- Elizabeth Bermea, Eduardo fertiti Pimm and Douglas off Monday – Saturday, 9 a.m. men’s/women/boys and girls sorted, packed and shipped Nailea Arleth Esquivel, An- an Jose Villarreal. Gerardo Rincon, Cisco An- nez, Denise Medrano and Bugarin, Kameron Jamie Geovanny Pineda. to 5 p.m., at 121 Esplanade underwear/undergarments, around Feb. 4. drea Nicole Estrada, Sebas- Gabriel Villarreal, An- tonio Rivera, Jennifer Nicole Sakinah Nogodion Yasmine Button, Ailany Annelys Ca- Jacqueline Plata, Lynn- tian Josue Farias Wence, gel David Villarroel Rivero, Rivera, Ivan Robles, Anahi Meite. ceres, Moises Caminero De da Mai Quach, Anna Sophia Joel Farias, Phoenix Kyle Victoria Elena Villasenor, Lizette Rodriguez, Cristina Andres Manuel Men- Los Santos, Fatima Cam- Ragone, Mary Paz Ramirez, Black belts teach free self-defense courses Fielden, Ashley Flores, Je- Emma Catherine Weiser, Maryann Rodriguez, Mela- dez, Emily Yvette Mendo- pos, Brianna Cantu, Viviana Lizette Ramos, Pedro Ra- The American Society of Karate is offering free one-hour self-defense and martial arts nae Ruby Flores, Santiago Eliza Jade Williams, Rye nie Rodriguez, Adam Rojas za, Natasha Sinahy Mendo- Cantu, Jacquelin Cardiel, mos, Nateja Breshae Ran- courses for teens and adults (ages 13-80) at the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Alberto Fonseca, Phoebe Lee Williamson, Avy Ma- and Elijah Beaux Roque. za, Cayla Dorothy Miculka, Jadalyn Castillo, Lynnda dolph, Deseree Esperanza Hughes, on Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. The courses are taught by experienced martial arts Christina Franklin, Mori- rie Zapata, Gabriella Ann Christopher Rosas, Di- Janelle Adonai Miramontes, Madissyn Castillo and Ma- Reyes, Ashley Fernanda instructors who have earned black belt degrees. The physical requirements to take the classes ah Nicole Freeman, Maggi Zepeda, Madelyn Paulette ego Esteban Saenz, Ale- Alvis Ryan Moes, Nancy ria Lizbeth Castillo. Reyna, Humberto Alexander are minimal. No previous self-defense or martial arts experience is necessary. Faith French, Angel Gabriel Zikogiannis, Adrianna Hope jandra Yael Salinas, Nesly Lucia Molina, Allura Ar- Eric Anthony Castro, Reyna, Sergio Alfonso Rios, For more information, email [email protected] or call 281-788-5930. Garcia and Arianna Garcia. Zuniga and Aliyah Faith Zu- Sanchez, Morgan Elizabeth den Monroe, Noelia Mon- Luis Sigifredo Cepeda, Vil- Arian Isaac Rivera, Jairo Jose Erasmo Garcia, Ha- niga. Shrum, Valeria Sifuent- tiel, Marylin Marie Moon, mar Cerda, Jaquelline Cha- Enrique Rivera, Kevin Rive- Hometown Heroes set dances Feb. 1, Feb. 29 ley Cecilia Garza, Jesus An- Tenth grade es, Alondra Estefania So- Fernando Miguel Morales, pa, Victor Aaron Chapa, Coy ra and Seann Nicholas Rob- Everyone is welcome to attend the dances at the Hometown Heroes Park, 1001 East gel Garza, Noah Seth Gay- Savannah Yajaira Ala- lis Santiago, Carisma Kiara Kailee Azeneth Navarro, Wayne Choate, Allison Ni- bins. League City Parkway, League City. Evening dances are from 7 to 9:45 p.m. and the door tan, Luisa Maria Gomez niz, Alfredo Aleman, Naysa Spears, Benjamin James Janelle Nevarez, Anh Thu cole Choma, Alexander Mi- Alexa Rodriguez, Erika fee is $8. Attire is always “dress as you like” and theme attire is also welcome. Contreras, Claudia Gomez, Alondra Alicea Gonzalez, Still, Keyla Yasmin Suarez Thi Ngo, Ashley Nguyen chael Coatney, Katelyn Elisa Rodriguez, Jennifer Lee Ro- Dancers without partners are welcomed with tables reserved for those who choose to Brianna Nicole Gonzalez, Javier Altamirano, Alexy Al- Galvan, Samyia Nat’sha Ngo and Amber Bao Tran Correa, Mara Isabela Corti- driguez, Justin Rodriguez, sit together for convenience in sharing partners. All ages from teens through seniors can Francisco Gonzalez, Leonar- varado, Emily Gisselle Alva- Summers, Duraius Alexan- Nguyen. nas, Triniti Ann Cox, Hellen Kevin Armando Rodriguez, enjoy sharing the music and fl oor regardless of the level of danceability. do Gonzalez, Luis Gonzalez, rez, Evelyn Gonzala Amaro, der Tarpley-Gotcher, Anniya Kevin Nguyen, Magdeli- Caroline Cruz, Darin Tommy Melanie Rodriguez, Melis- Everyone is encouraged to save the following dates: Feb. 1,“Everything’s Coming Up Marlen Estefania Gonzalez, Alejandra Anaya Heredia, Samonne Taylor and Lyna na Nhu Nguyen, Thuy Dai Danh, Andrea Delpilar Davi- sa Rodriguez, Nina Grace Roses”; and Feb. 29, “Mardi Gras Dance”. Everyone is welcome to attend the free ball- Natalie Leann Gonzalez, Alan Christopher Anthony, Thi Thach. Nguyen, Vi Tuong Nguy- la and Mia Janelle Davis. Rodriguez, Paola Rodri- room dance activity at Hometown Heroes Park every Wednesday from 1 to 3:30 p.m. Hailee Renee Grappe and Roberto Arredondo, Mia Melissa Tobias, Shyla en, Parker Gregory Nich- Samantha Eglae Delacer- guez, Sergio Cesar Rodri- Those interested in lessons can enjoy free lessons Tuesdays from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Santiago Gurrusquieta. Lizeth Avalos, Anthony Al- Raquel Torres, Viviana Li- ols, Cassidy Marie Nunez da, Anayeli Delgado, Chase guez, Yesenia Rodriguez, Questions on lessons can be directed to 832-517-5833. Edgar Guzman, Johanna len Ayala, Julia Gabriel Aya- zette Torres, Hillary Tran, Avendano, Marco Emilio Austin Dement, Colton Ty- Aidee Rojas, Elieser Samon Hernandez Armenta, Gracie- la and Jocelyn Azua. Kayla Tran, Lien Ngoc Tran, Nunez-Hernandez, Kassan- ler Dement, Charisma Ren- Romero, Omar Salomon la Hernandez, Hannah Paola Kaley Denise Baker, Ab- Kaylie Suezanne Trimble, dra Angelica Ocampo, Na- del Denoon, Gabriel Ricky Rubio and Sharis Obdulia Israeli folk dancing announces upcoming dates Hernandez, Jimena Her- igail Balderas, Jayden Mat- Kristina Nhi Tuyet Tu, Bran- talie Marie Olivarez, Krystal Diaz, Giselle Diaz, Khanh Ruiz. Israeli folk dances are held at Congregation Shaar Hashalom Mondays from 7:30 to 9:30 nandez, Mohammad Alex- thew Balderaz, Andrek Ayan don Devan Vargas, Eduar- Aimee Olivas, Grace Nicole Minh Doan, Jacqueline Ruth Sana Saji, Sergio p.m. Due to the Jewish high holy days this year, February’s sessions will be on the 3, 10, 17 ander Hernandez-Siddiqui, Barrera, Josue Barrera, Ty- do Villarreal and Estheisy Orellana, Natalie Evelyn Dominguez, Christopher Salazar, Natalie Guada- and 24. The cost is $4 a session or $35 for 10 sessions for CSH members. Nonmembers are Cyleigh Francis Herrera, son Michael Basinski, Nao- Yazari Villatoro Pacheco. Ortiz, Jessica Diana Ovalle Martin Donan, Destinie lupe Salinas, Abigail Osari- $5 a session or $45 for10 sessions. Newcomers are welcome! Congregation Shaar Hashalom, Maryann Herrera, Angel mi Bautista, Kaitlin Dawn Nicholas Villegas, Nguy- and Grace Elizabeth Owens. K’ann Doucet, Michael Jer- yekemwen Samson Omore- 16020 El Camino Real, is the Conservative Synagogue in the Bay Area. Diego Hinojosa, Mahir Bin Ong Bernal, Derek Isaac en Thao Vu, Sara Leeann Alejandro Pache- rel Duarte, Kimberly Ann gie, Johnathan Paul Sanchez For information, contact 281-488-5861 or at [email protected]. Hoque, Bradford Allen Hus- Bolanos, Alessandra Borjas, Wade, Nina Richelle Wil- co-Lathe, Nicholas Jordan Dutton and Natalia Esparza. Ayala, Amber Renee Scar- band and Christian Alexan- Makayla Jewel Boyer, Sarah liams, Jazlyn Nicole Zamo- Pallanez, Angel Mario Pena, Marisol Estrella Espi- borough, Jordan Rashad der Ibarra Gonzalez. Tam-Nhu Bui, Anahi Cal- ra, William Adam Zamora, Nia Corlen Pereda, Hailey noza, Jasmine Mariyah See, Shelby Lynn Sexton, Prayer walkers gather Feb. 15 Gerardo Ibarra, Kelly Jas- deron, Alexandra Valentina Glendymar Nazaret Zarza, Ariane Perez, Jair Emmanu- Facundo, Julissa Socorro Catherine Michelle Silva- School Prayer Walks USA will host a prayer walk 9 to 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 15, at Pearl min Jacobo Cedano, Kiarai Cantu, Colin Ellis Cantu and Angel Alberto Zelaya, Alex- el Perez, Juliana Perez, Kar- Fariaswence, Daniela Vic- cruz, Jaden Delmas Smith, Hall Elementary, 1504 9th St., South Houston 77587. This is a nondenominational gathering Ariyan Jessie, Evan Arman- Greg Eduardo Caringer. is Ann Zepeda, Brianna Is- la Lynett Perez, Samantha toria Fernandez Rodriguez, Adriana Janell Soto and to pray for the protection and peace of students and staff. do Jimenez, Shakty Juarez, Savannah Lynn Carran- abella Zuniga and Lyzette Destiny Perez, Noah Ninan Torrance Brooke Figueroa, Leslie Sofi a Sullivanestrada. The community is invited and welcome to attend. The prayer occurs outside the school Andy Thanh Lam, Alani za, Leslie Elizabeth Carril- Yvonne Zuniga. Peter, Vi Yen Pham, Tuan Ashley Maria Flores, Eric Sofi a Natalia Tamez, building and school offi cials are notifi ed. For more information, call 281-484-0901. Yvette Lara, Nayah Inez lo Medina, Kayden Robert Eleventh grade Le Phan, Mario Marcellus Michael Flores, Laisha Mi- Yairet Tamez, Odeth Tapia Laurent, Qui Ngoc Le, Mor- Carro, Molly Alyse Casas, Elizabeth Abeja, Yenais Ponce, Grescella Angel- chell Flores, Brielle E’taya Palacios, Davian Anthony gan Renee Lewis, Alberto Emily Castaneda, Xilonen Aguilar, Lance Jake Aguirre, ic Pope, Ashley Elizabeth Foreman, Daniela Miranda Tolentino, Hector Miguel Parker Williams Library seeks donations Lezama Garcia, Lorenzo Is- Castro, Jason Daniel Cedil- Ariana Jazmin Alanis, Abel Portillos and Sydney Alyse Fraga, Seth Dokken Fuentes Torres, Thy Kim Tran, Kiara The Parker Williams Branch Library is in need of donations of new or gently used soft- sac Lezcano, Devon Isaiah lo, Jackeline Cepeda, Erika Alfaro, Nicole Alejandra Price. and Reagan Beth Gallagher. Aileen Trevino, Suzannie back (pocketbooks), children’s and children’s chapter books. The library is also accepting Longoria, Pablo Maximilia- Angelina Chapa, Alexa Vic- Alvarez, Arly Arias, Fatima Marisa Isabel Puente, An- Keith Wayne Gammel, Trevino, Seth Ryan Tucker, other like condition donations of DVDs, hardback books and current magazines. no Lopez Guerrero and Ev- toria Chavez, Rianna Nao- Arif, Lizbeth Armenta, Ash- gelina Michele Rabago, Mar- Esteban Garces Aguilar, Gabriela Alexis Valtierra, elin Selene Lopez. mi Coddou, Sofi a Contreras ley Elizabeth Arrambide, tin Rajan, Kristine Ann Raju, Dulce Maria Garcia, Jesus Annalisa Jacquelyn Vasquez Madeline Aurora Esper- Rueda, Emily Contreras, Angela Arroyo, Jenna Rose Jacob Nathaniel Ramirez, Garcia, Johana Garcia, Cris- and Josue Isai Vasquez. Enroll in HPD Citizens’ Police Academy anza Lopez, Madyson Grace Cassidy Cox and Hannah Austin, Alondra Itzel Avi- Victoria Cecilia Ramirez, tian Deshaun Gardner, Azu- Ricardo Vazquez Garcia, There are still seats available for the Spring HPD Citizens’ Police Academy Classes. Lopez, Martin Lopez, Sa- Elizabeth Crum. la, Alyssa Zita Ayala, Elias Lee Anna Patricia Ramos, cena Sonia Garza, Gabriel Vanessa Alejandra Vazquez Classes will run Feb. 25 through April 30 on Tuesday or Thursday evenings from 6 to 9:30 vannah Cruz Lopez, Caleb Addis Monserrat Cruz, Mansour Baba and Valerie Susana Rangel, Emma Grace Roberto Garza, Kyle Lynn Meza, Andy Faustino Ve- p.m. The deadline to register is Jan. 31, or until the classes are full. Ethan Loredo, Joseph Alex- Jake Alfredo Cruz, Yessi- Nicole Balderas. Rebstock, Katy Arely Re- Garza, Isabella Gayton, Jo- nancio-Torres, Paulina Vic- For more information, email [email protected]. Each week, a different dis- ander Luna, Lady Helaine ca Patricia Cruz, Trent Lee Daniel Banda, Damian cinosturcios, Arturo Reyes, sephine Georgette Ghan- toria, Vanesa Akire Villegas, cipline or area of HPD is presented such as: Houston emergency center (police dispatch), Magampon Maberit, Guada- Derousse Daley, Lori Jane Isaie Barrera, Emmanuela Hector Antonio Reyes and dour, Allison Gonzalez, Is- Huy Hai Vu, Hanna Caraline pursuit driving, SWAT detail, shoot-don’t shoot training exercises, fi rearms training, mounted lupe Madrigal, Justin Huynh Damian, Briana Glory Da- Maechelle Becker, Donovan Olga Esmeralda Rios. abel Mia Gonzalez, Vivian Weiser, Kishara Kniecolle patrol division and helicopter division. Citizens also participate in the department’s ride-along Mai, Kimberly Nguyen Mai, mian-Rios, Kayla Marie Da- Brodrick Berotte, Gabriela Maria Fernanda Rodri- Faith Gonzalez, Anissa Ma- Williams, Melvin Layne Wil- program, which allows citizens the opportunity to ride in a police car with a patrol offi cer. Laysha Denise Maldonado, vila, Emily De Anda Pulido, Berrones, Narissa Dechone guez Flores, Amber Gabri- rie Gracia and Rusbel Jesus liams, Ashlee Marie William- Classes are held at the Houston Police Department Academy, 17000 Aldine Westfi eld 77073. Steven Anthony Maldona- Brianna De Jesus Antonio, Narresse Blackwell, Made- ella Rodriguez, Bianca Is- Guerra. son, Blake Nicholas Winter, Some sessions are held at various HPD locations such as Hobby Airport. do, Gabreala Grace Marshall Rachel Del Angel, Erika line Paige-Bernice Blizzard, abella Rodriguez, Clarissa Sarah Aisha Gullion, Ri- Marisa Breanna Yanez and For more information about the Citizens’ Police Academy and to register, visit https:// and Daniela Martinez. Delgado, Erika Yaneth Diaz Ashley Gabriella Bonilla, Elaine Rodriguez, Edgar cardo Moises Gutierrez, An- Joseph Martin Zuniga. www.houstontx.gov/police/vip/citizens_police_academy.htm. Derrick Karlo Martinez, Longoria, Isabella Diaz Ro- Carla Giselle Borjas, Ammy Felipe Noel Martinez, Jared jas, Atenas Grecia Duarte Michelle Briones Salazar, Martinez, Jithzel Rubi Mar- and Aditya Ajith Elanjickal. 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Nursery Available at all Services Diyanka Dhansukh Patel, Daniel Interiano Madrid, Ig- trada, Millie Estrada, Noah Page 6 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 30, 2020 Quasar banquet recognizes SJC’s Dr. Brenda Hellyer Continued from Page 1A 21st century with the addition ple and industries, to BAHEP, ed many of you in this room is accomplished by an amaz- surprises every year seems to itivity, and passion that make ing with you. I look forward HEP member. Thank you all He then shifted his speech of programs that are essential and for your friendship and tonight. In fact, she has im- ing team. The success of San bring. Together we will meet BAHEP such an extraordinary to the excitement that prog- for being a part of this great to praise Hellyer comment- to building and maintaining being with us tonight.” pacted our entire region and Jacinto College is due to a these opportunities with the resource. ress brings. I look forward to adventure in this unique com- ing, “Tonight’s honoree is a the skilled workforce that is Todd Caliva, CEO, HCA the world of community col- strong and visionary Board of same resolve, creativity, pos- “I look forward to work- making you proud to be a BA- munity,” McAfoos said. shining example of excellence fundamental to the economic and BAHEP board chair, said, leges. It is my great honor to Trustees. They set the strate- that the Quasar Award exem- well-being of the region. Her “As a CEO in the healthcare recognize Dr. Brenda Hellyer, gic goals for the college, and plifi es. It is our honor tonight long-term vision for the col- industry, I appreciate the chancellor, San Jacinto Col- they are big goals that have to be presenting the Quasar lege and consideration of the value of continuous learn- lege.” every employee, nearly 2,500 Notables gather to recognize Hellyer Award to an individual of needs of her students and the ing – there are new medical Following the video trib- of us, focused on one thing – Brenda’s caliber who, above community have made such procedures, medical break- ute, as well as a video trib- our 42,000 students! all, remains humble about her a positive impact and will throughs, medical regula- ute by Sen. John Cornyn, the “From the administration incredible accomplishments continue to do so far into the tions, and medical devices Quasar Award was presented that plans and budgets to meet and gives well-deserved cred- future. Dr. Brenda Hellyer, rocketing toward us daily. to Hellyer by Mitchell, Cali- those goals, to the faculty in it to her colleagues. She has thank you for your commit- These days CEO really stands va, and McAfoos, president of the classroom helping stu- taken San Jac College into the ment to the region, to its peo- for Chief Education Offi cer. Barrios Technology and 2020 dents broaden their minds, to “For the past two years – and BAHEP board chair. A sur- staff who organize and main- more specifi cally – in the past prise presentation was made tain our facilities, keep our IT Hellyer, Wagner at dinner year, I have learned more by Texas Congressman Brian systems running, recruit and about the issues, the trends, Babin, DDS, who gave Helly- help students through the en- our industries, the BAHEP er a Congressional Testimony rollment process, and market membership, and the com- Award. the college — all are focused munities we serve than I ever The award detailed the sig- on the student and all come to- imagined.” Caliva then shared nifi cance of BAHEP’s Quasar gether to comprise an incredi- three of the many lessons he Award and Hellyer’s many ble team!” has learned on his BAHEP accomplishments which were Hellyer expressed her ap- journey. He said, “These three signifi cant to her selection for preciation for the love and lessons, applied to our region, the honor. support of her family, to are the paradox of growth, the Hellyer gave credit to the the board of trustees, and to challenge of change, and the San Jacinto College commu- the elected offi cials saying, impact of technology … my nity. She then walked to the “Thank you for your willing- journey as your chairman has podium and spoke to an at- ness to work with San Jacin- been rewarding, humbling, tentive audience saying, “I am to College and for taking our enlightening, and uplifting.” truly honored to receive a rec- calls, meeting with us, and for Before announcing a vid- ognition such as the Quasar helping to set policy that will eo tribute to Hellyer, Caliva Award from such a tremen- ultimately help students reach spoke of her leadership say- dous organization. BAHEP their educational goals.” ing, “You have heard or can has a long history of serving She ended her speech with read about Brenda’s accom- Clear Lake and the surround- the following, “I thank all of plishments – her successes as ing areas. BAHEP has a repu- you for being here this eve- a leader at San Jac and across tation of being a leader and is ning. I am blessed to call you Several local community leaders were in attendance Dan Mims, SJC board member; and Carol Wilson. Texas and her national suc- highly regarded at the nation- my friends and colleagues. I at the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s an- Shown below at the event are, left to right, Rebecca cess as exemplifi ed by the As- al, state, and local levels. Rep- will close with a quick quote nual Quasar Award banquet Friday, Jan. 24, honoring Lilley, director of Physician Resources at Memorial pen Institute’s recognition of resenting aerospace, aviation, from one of my favorite au- San Jacinto College Chancellor Dr. Brenda Hellyer. Hermann Southeast Hospital; Dave Martin, member San Jac again! That means the maritime, and so many other thors, Dr. Seuss. ‘Sometimes Shown above at the event are, left to right, Erica Da- of Houston City Council; Debbie Moseley, executive college is in the top 1 percent issues, BAHEP leads changes you will never know the value vis Rouse, SJC board member; Marie Flickinger, SJC director of The Bridge Over Trouble Waters in Pasa- of all the nation’s community and decisions that make our of a moment, until it becomes board chair; Adrian Garcia, Harris County Precinct dena; and Tammy Nielsen, director of marketing for colleges. Like that E.F. Hut- region and community better. a memory.’ Thank you all for 2 commissioner; Larry Wilson, SJC board member; The Bridge. ton ad, when Brenda Hellyer Because I know the caliber of being a part of this wonder- talks, people listen. the people and volunteers that ful memory.” A well-deserved “Here is the Brenda Helly- make up this organization, I standing ovation honored a er I know in four words: vi- am truly humbled at being se- very appreciative Dr. Hellyer sion, leadership, charisma, lected for this award. as she returned to her seat at City of Pasadena Mayor Jeff Wagner (right) is shown integrity. When she enters the “While the Quasar plaque the honoree table. above congratulating San Jacinto College Chancellor room, everyone feels her pres- has my name on it, this award Incoming McAfoos closed Dr. Brenda Hellyer for being named the recipient of ence. That’s charisma. Brenda is really for the San Jacin- out the evening by speaking the Bay Area Houston Economic Partnership’s annu- is a person I consider a friend to College community. The of his vision for the upcoming al Quasar Award. Photo by Marie Flickinger and someone who has impact- work at San Jacinto College year. “You know, each year the incoming chairman thanks all the folks at BAHEP – and rightly so – for what they do. But, tonight, I will be sharing the closely held secret to BA- HEP’s success. “That secret is … the mem- bers. All of you here tonight, are the ones that participate in this incredible web of collabo- ration which is guided and fa- cilitated by Bob and his team. It really isn’t a secret. Bob tells us often that the mem- bership is key to BAHEP’s success. He and his team are supported by many members who are community leaders in their own right, resulting in the direction, recommend- ed actions, and decisions that Bob and his team carry out. “BAHEP’s committees are the heart, soul, and brains of our success story. My agenda for the coming year will be to simply encourage our com- mittees, to listen, to help in any way I can, and to champi- on your best ideas.” McAfoos then spoke of the COUPON committees, their chairs and Pct. 8 drug bust in area $ FOUNDATION REPAIR their strong agendas for the Continued from Page 1A Piece Arms ACP pistol and a upcoming year. He closed out was also found to be in pos- box of .45 caliber ammunition 200 OFF OR the evening saying, “2020 in session of a baggie containing was found in the vehicle. (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR a nutshell? All of the above, a green leafy substance be- The suspect sustained a Not valid with any other offer. 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The forum is co-hosted by Sagemont Civic Club with other Civic Clubs and HOAs including Ashley Point, Glenbrook Valley, Gulf Freeway Oaks, Kirkwood, Meadowbrook Freeway, Rainbow Valley, Riverstone Ranch,bSagemeadow, Sagemont Park. Skyscraper Shadows, Park Place, Park Place Reveille, Scarsdale Please contact [email protected] to join in co-hosting this event SECTION B Thursday, January 30, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED

BAFL’s Sagemont Cowboys Lady Horns now 9-3 continue return, new sign-up Brook, Dobie teams close in on playoffs at 7-0 with five games to game-high 22 points as For additional football What a time for what on to make the postseason The Sagemont Cow- play and has a two-game the Wolverines closed out player information, call was likely the biggest win down the stretch, it’s like- boys and Cowgirls of lead over Clear Lake for the first half of league play Cowboys’ athletic direc- of the season! ly that Kemo Millender the Bay Area Football second place. with a 72-70 win at Clear tor Denny Wranich Jr. at Whether it was the will be considered one of League continue to host Clear Creek, Clear Falls Jan. 24. 713-876-1491. Dobie varsity boys’ bas- the heroes. returning and new play- Falls, Brook and Springs Senior Brandon An- In particular, the Cow- ketball team downing The clutch sophomore’s er/drill team, cheer/mas- are all in the mix for the drews added 15 of his own, boys’ football program is Kingwood following a big 3-pointer from the top of cot registration. third and fourth seeds at and freshmen Zyon Little looking for additional 5, fourth-quarter uprising the key at the final buzzer In addition, the Cow- the moment, with the Wol- and Ja’Micheal Young had 6 and 12-year-old play- or the Clear Brook var- snatched a 50-48 victory boys and Cowgirls will verines now holding a tie- 10 each t go with 10 from ers as of the 2020 season. sity boys stunning Clear from possible heart-break- host registration for new breaker edge over Springs senior Shane Porter. The preseason begins in Springs on a last-second ing defeat, instead sending or first-time players, by virtue of a season series At 4-3, Brook still has a July. 3-ball, both the Longhorns the visiting Chargers reel- drill team, cheer or mas- sweep of the two games. chance to reach the No. 2 For drill/cheer or mas- and Wolverines earned ing Jan. 28 at Brook. cot members Saturday, The Wolverines are seed but will likely need to cot details, call Cowgirls’ huge home wins Jan. 28. The win, coupled with Feb. 1, also from 9 a.m. now winners of 22 games win out. At least Millender drill director Jemyre Elsewhere, the Dobie another tight 72-70 vic- to 2 p.m. at El Franco this season, but a playoff has the team in position to Lee Park. Felton at 832-309-7133. varsity girls’ team solidi- tory over Clear Falls Jan. fied its postseason stand- 24, has thrust the Wolver- berth is that the team cov- do that. ing, getting wins over ines into the fourth playoff ets. JFD boys flourish late JFD alumni softball Feb. 8 Humble and Kingwood seed with five games to A couple of tough loss- A 23-15 run in the to likely secure the No play for much of the 24- es in back-to-back games fourth quarter was the The Dobie High School former players are invited 3 postseason with four 6A field. had the locals at 2-3 a turning point as the Long- softball season gets un- to dust off their cleats for games to play. Defending District 24- week ago, but Millender horns gained their biggest der way Saturday, Feb. 8, the action. Those planning Kemo’s 3 stuns Springs 6A champion Dickinson, and others helped change win of the season, down- at Lady Longhorn Field to play may contact head If the Clear Brook var- which hosts the Wolver- that in a hurry. ing third-place Kingwood on campus with a 10 a.m. coach Robin Rackley at sity basketball team goes ines Jan. 31, is undefeated Millender poured in a Continued on Page 6B alumni game planned. Any [email protected]. Event is Sat., Feb. 1 Southbelt Dolphins welcome UIL realignment comes Feb. 3 Much of the suspense Interscholastic League re- 2021 through 2021-2022 As for Clear Brook and new players, mascots, etc. will end Monday, Feb. 3 leases its biennial realign- school years. the rest of the Clear Creek at 9 a.m. as the University ment plans for the 2020- Dobie and the rest of ISD ranks, there hasn’t The Southbelt Dolphins be held from 1 to 3 the Pasadena ISD ranks been much movement in of the Bay Area Football p.m. are currently matched 24-6A in recent realign- League continue to host For additional foot- SBHLL officials set with Humble ISD but ments. new player/drill team, ball player information, would like to be pared In the most recent re- cheer/mascot registration call Cheryl Arnesen at with schools a bit closer to alignment two years ago, Saturday, Feb. 1, at Black- 713-459-4330 or direct late sign up, tryouts home moving forward. the 24-6A ranks lost hawk Park. email to her at cheryl_ The Sagemont-Beverly counted as one). Cash and Regardless of how it Friendswood to Class 5A, The registration will [email protected]. Hills Little League will credit cards are the only shakes out, Dobie, one of leaving Clear Creek ISD host late registration and forms of payment that will the state’s 10 largest high to compete only with Al- tryouts Saturday, Feb. 1, be accepted. A $25 late fee schools based on enroll- vin and Dickinson. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at will apply. ment, will remain a Di- A seven-program dis- DIXIE DELI vision I football playoff trict with four making the 364A FM 1959 the league’s facility at El As for the junior/senior (between I-45 & Hwy 3) DAILY SPECIAL – $5.55 Franco Lee Park. division, tryouts will be contender for 2020 and postseason is ideal for 281-484-3083 Those signing up are held Saturday, Feb. 15, at beyond. anyone, but the UIL will 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. required to provide regis- the league’s fields within Will Pearland ISD be have the final say Feb. 3. trant’s original birth cer- El Franco Lee Park from coming over or will it be See more about Pasadena tificate and three proofs 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Opening Deer Park? The answers ISD’s plans moving for- USA KARATE of residency (utilities are day is in March. will soon come. ward on Page 6B. SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAM San Jacinto College softball ready to start SIGN UP NOW! Want to find out where to produce positive results play against Iowa Western Blinn is ranked 11th na- COME LEARN: With a 50-50 ball in flight, Dobie defender Daniel Blanco (21) vies for position • RESPECT you stand early on in the sooner than later. a second time Feb. 2. tionally to begin the sea- season? How about go- “We played almost all Blinn, which went 23-1 son. against a Pasadena player in the first half of the Longhorns’ eventual 3-2 victo- • FOCUS ing against the defending Division I major college a season ago to win the “The wins and losses ry Jan. 25 at Veterans Stadium in Pasadena. Dobie went into action Jan. 29 af- • CONFIDENCE National Junior College programs in the fall, so Region XIV crown over won’t help you a lot or ter press time with a 2-0-0 record. See more on Page 6B. 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Car Wash Page 2, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 30, 2020 Clear Brook’s Smith makes regional diving Brook ex Lockwood headed to Pitt volleyball At right, Clear Brook High School senior diver Gabby Smith is competing at the Region III Champi- onships after taking third place at the Dis- trict 24-6A Champi- onships at Clear Falls High School earlier this month. The re- gional swimming and diving championships began Jan. 30 and will run through Feb. 1 at the Pearland Aquatics Center. Smith original- ly played golf at Clear Brook but is now in her second full season of diving. She takes in- struction from former longtime Brook aquat- ics coach Sven Schul- tz. In Smith’s first full Class of 2018 Clear Brook High School graduate Jordan Lock- national championship game as she led Navarro to the crown. season of diving as a wood has elected to continue her education and volleyball career The national tournament’s Dorothy L. Brown Most Valuable junior, she was fourth at the University of Pittsburgh after a star-studded sophomore Player, Lockwood was later named both an NJCAA fi rst team at district, just missing season at Navarro College. Following high school, Lockwood all-American as well as an American Volleyball Coaches Asso- a regional spot. played her freshman season at the University of Houston before ciation’s Two-Year College Player of the Year. Pittsburgh went Courtesy photo transferring to Navarro, and what a sophomore season she had. 30-2 overall in 2019, winning the Atlantic Coast Conference ti- The 6-2 outside hitter had 397 kills on the season, including 27 tle with a 16-0 mark before losing to Cincinnati in the second in the National Junior College Athletic Association’s Division I round of the NCAA tournament. JFD netters welcome Lamar University trip Continued from Page 1B Bui won a match in season for the Dobie who is the current Class gardless. Hopefully, we boys’ A singles before girls’ A singles before group. 5A state champion. As can three-peat as team going against defending running into tougher com- Wesbrooks was head usual, Dobie will take two champions. Jorge Lopez, Class 6A state champion petition, and Moreno said coach at Lamar University full teams to this event, the head coach at Neder- Carter Crookston of Clear Brian Nguyen also played for 17 years. ensuring plenty of fun for land, also played for coach Creek. Crookston took well in his draw. Dobie and Nederland everyone. Wesbrooks after me, so it’s the win, but neither Dobie Now it’s on to Beau- have dominated the action “I’m blessed to have always a lot of fun when player nor coach were de- mont for the Lamar Uni- in recent years, with three a man and a coach like we go to this event.” terred. versity/Ron Wesbrooks team titles apiece. coach Wesbrooks in my Dobie is also gearing up “The level of compe- Invitational, featuring The Longhorns, win- life, and the kids always to host the Franklin/Kram- tition in this tournament host and former longtime ners of the last two, hoisted enjoy seeing him. He’s er Invitational Feb. 7-8, Baseball America tabs former Gator Soularie was really solid,”Moreno Lamar University head the trophy a season ago as been such a supporter of with 36 teams currently At right, Atascocita said. coach, Wesbrooks. Bui defeated Nederland’s Dobie tennis and of youth scheduled to be in action. High School graduate “Particularly in the Moreno played for Megan Do in a third-set tennis in general. The courts at Dobie are and former San Ja- doubles. It was a great Wesbrooks collegiately, supertiebreaker for the de- “If the weather holds still in resurface mode, but cinto College standout tournament for a one-day and over the years the trip cisive team point. up, it’s going to be a great Moreno expects things to baseball player Aler- event, so we picked up a has represented perhaps Nederland also features weekend. It’ll be a great be ready to go pending the ick Soularie has been lot of experience.” the highlight of the spring Do’s brother, Brandon, time to spend there re- weather. named a second team All-American by Base- ball America heading Clear Brook’s Thompson picks North Texas football into the 2020 collegiate season with the Uni- At right, Clear Brook versity of Tennessee High School varsi- Volunteers. Soularie ty football standout helped guide San Ja- Loronzo Thompson cinto College to the (seated center) is set JUCO World Series to continue his edu- in 2018 before sign- cation and playing ing with the Vols for career at the Univer- his sophomore season sity of North Texas in in 2019. Soularie was Denton, Texas. Those named preseason third with his at the signing team All-American included, left to right, by Perfect Game ear- (seated) LaRhonda lier this month, while Thompson (moth- Soularie also earned er), Lorenzo Thomp- preseason All-America son (father), (stand- fi rst-team honors from ing) Bernadine Smith D1Baseball.com. (great aunt), Madison Vrana (girlfriend) and Shawn Pifer (Thomp- son’s youth league coach and longtime supporter). The Mean Green compete within SJC softball takes on top rungs the NCAA Division I Football Bowl Subdi- Continued from Page 1B Ramber hit .386 for the Springs who is likely to both programs return nine vision. The team was well,” Saenz said. season with 43 runs batted see significant time in the sophomores. For Saenz, 2-8 in 2019. Thomp- “I feel like we were in, and Grotenhuis batted circle, as will Tori Lind- it’s all about putting it all son, a three-year start- pretty sound defensively .333 with 39 runs batted sey.” together at the right time. er at receiver with the in the fall, and I think we in. Those three players, Offensively, Saenz has “I really like this group, Wolverines, very well have a lot of versatility on along with Ariana Saenz seen production from the and they like working with could step in and make this team in terms of who (.331, 30 runs batted in) likes of Audrey Garcia, each other,” Saenz said. an immediate impact plays where. That’s anoth- will be key. Tamera McKnight, Laura “We have tournament with the Mean Green er issue to address. Just Sophomore pitcher Ma- Hernandez, Alexis Uresti play over the first several later this year. what the right combina- rissa Vasquez of Dickin- and others. weeks to sort of get things tion are in the field?” son High School logged Relatively speaking, figured out from a pitch- As for the offensive roughly 18 innings in the San Jacinto College is in a ing standpoint or across lineup, there’s little doubt circle a season ago and is similar position as Blinn, the infield. as to whom the leaders one of the top projected the defending conference “We are going against are. Childs is coming off starters. regular season champi- some really good pro- a season in which she hit Kaylee Thomas is a ons. Blinn has more ex- grams early on, and that .422 and drove in 33 runs. freshman from Clear perienced pitching yet will help us prepare.” San Jacinto College 2020 Softball Roster No. Player Class Pos. Hometown 7 Dalilah Bravo Soph. Util. Spring 10 Catalina Cavazos Fr. P North Shore 5 Morgan Childs Soph. IF Santa Fe 4 Carah DeLao Soph. OF Texas-Dallas 14 Audrey Garcia Fr. Util. Cy Lakes 6 Lillie Grotenhuis Soph. OF Atascocita 1 Kylee Hatton Soph. IF Deer Park 11 Laura Hernandez Fr. C Ridge Point 24 Victoria Jimenez Fr. P Earl Warren 16 Reagan Kotrla Fr. Util. Angleton 2 Victoria Lindsey Fr. P Tomball Mem. 9 Tamera McKnight Fr. Util. Ridge Point 3 Ashley Ramber Soph. IF Clear Creek 17 Alexis Saenz Soph. IF Morton Ranch 22 Ariana Saenz Soph. IF Barbers Hill 21 Kaylee Thomas Fr. P Clear Springs The San Jacinto College softball team is set for opening week- Tori Lindsey, Ariana Saenz, Tori Jimenez, Dalilah Bravo, Ash- 29 Alexis Uresti Soph. IF Manvel end at the Chipola Invitational in Youngsville, La. Members of ley Ramber, Meagan Smith, (back row) Audrey Garcia, Tam- the 2020 squad include, left to right, (front row) Kaylee Thom- era McKnight, Laura Hernandez, Alexis Uresti, Kylee Hatton 23 Marissa Vazquez Soph. P Dickinson as, Lexi Saenz, Raegan Kotrla, Carah Delao, Lillie Grotenhuis, and Araya Ayala. The locals will take on top-ranked Chipola Marissa Vazquez, Morgan Childs, (middle row) Cat Cavazos, (Fla.) on opening day. Thursday, January 30, 2020, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Sports Calendar PISD’s Carrillo living a dream District 22-6A Standings District 22-6A Standings Varsity Boys’ Basketball Varsity Girls’ Basketball BASKETBALL Friday, Jan. 31 (As of Jan. 29) (As of Jan. 29) Dobie varsity boys at Atascocita, 7:00 Teams W L Teams W L Dobie varsity girls host Atascocita, 7:00 Brook varsity girls host Barbers Hill, 7:00 Summer Creek 10 0 Atascocita 11 0 Brook JV girls host Barbers Hill, 5:30 Dobie JV girls host Atascocita, 5:30 Atascocita 9 1 Summer Creek 11 1 Dobie JV boys at Atascocita, 5:30 Dobie sophomore boys at Atascocita, 5:30 Kingwood 8 3 Dobie 9 3 Dobie freshman A boys at Atascocita, 4:00 Brook freshman A girls host Barbers Hill, 4:00 Dobie 7 4 Humble 8 5 Dobie freshman A girls host Atascocita, 4:00 Humble 5 6 Kingwood 5 6 Tuesday, Feb. 4 Dobie varsity boys vs. Rayburn, Phillips, 7:00 Rayburn 3 7 Memorial 3 8 Brook varsity boys at Dickinson, 7:00 Dobie varsity girls at Rayburn, 7:00 Memorial 2 8 Rayburn 3 9 Brook varsity girls host Dickinson, 7:00 Brook JV boys at Dickinson, 5:30 South Houston 2 9 Pasadena 2 9 Brook JV girls host Dickinson, 5:30 Dobie JV girls at Rayburn, 5:30 Pasadena 1 9 South Houston 2 9 Dobie JV boys vs. Rayburn, Phillips,, 5:30 Dobie sophomore boys host Rayburn, 5:30 Brook sophomore boys at Dickinson, 5:30 Dobie freshman A boys host Rayburn, 4:00 District 24-6A Standings District 24-6A Standings Brook freshman A girls host Dickinson, 4:00 It was 10 years ago that then Genoa Elementary student Eloy Carillo (above) Varsity Boys’ Basketball Varsity Girls’ Basketball Dobie freshman A girls at Rayburn, 4:00 proclaimed that he wished to become a professional football player as stu- dents at Genoa took part in College and Career Week on campus. Fast for- (As of Jan. 29) (As of Jan. 29) Brook freshman A boys at Dickinson, 4:00 ward to 2020, and Carrillo is in his sophomore year (below) as a student Dobie freshman B boys host Rayburn, 4:00 athlete at Southwestern Assembly of God University in Dallas, where he is Teams W L Teams W L pursuing a business degree while also playing on the football team’s offensive Friday, Feb. 7 Dickinson 7 0 Clear Springs 8 0 Dobie varsity boys at South Houston, 7:00 Brook varsity boys host Alvin, 7:00 Clear Lake 4 2 Clear Falls 6 2 Dobie varsity girls at Rayburn, 7:00 Brook varsity girls at Clear Falls, 7:00 Clear Creek 4 3 Clear Creek 6 2 Brook JV boys host Alvin, 5:30 Brook JV girls at Alvin, 5:30 Clear Brook 4 3 Dickinson 3 5 Dobie JV girls at Rayburn, 5:30 Dobie JV boys at South Houston, 5:30 Clear Falls 3 4 Clear Lake 2 6 Dobie sophomore boys at South Houston, 5:30 Brook sophomore boys host Alvin, 5:30 Clear Springs 2 5 Clear Brook 2 7 Dobie freshman A boys at South Houston, 4:00 Brook freshman A girls at Alvin, 4:00 Brook freshman A boys host Alvin Alvin 0 7 Alvin 1 6 Dobie freshman A girls at Rayburn, 4:00 Dobie freshman B boys at South Houston, 4:00

SOCCER Perfectgame likes SJC pitching duo Friday, Jan. 31 Jackson Rutledge be- follow suit this season and versity of South Carolina while, fellow sophomore Brook varsity boys host Clear Springs, 7:30 came the earliest drafted perhaps go as early as the commit, has been rated as lefty Mitchell Parker is at Brook varsity girls at Clear Springs, 7:30 San Jacinto College base- fi rst round this June? The the No. 2 JUCO prospect No. 10 as the Gators pos- ball player ever in 2019, folks at perfectgame.org nationally, what with his sess one of the top overall Dobie girls host Kingwood, Vet., 8:30 going No. 17 overall to the think it’s a possibility. mid 90s fastball and plus pitching staffs in the coun- Dobie varsity boys at Kingwood, 7:30 Washington Nationals. SJC sophomore left- secondary pitches adding try entering the 2020 cam- Dobie JV girls host Kingwood, Aux., 4:30 Could a current Gator hander Luke Little, a Uni- to his repertoire. Mean- paign. Brook JV boys host Clear Springs, 5:30 Brook JV girls at Clear Springs, 5:30 line. His mother, Wen- Dobie JV boys at Kingwood, 5:30 dy Carrillo (right), visited campus earlier this month, where she Tuesday, Feb. 4 discovered her son’s Dobie varsity girls at Atascocita, 7:30 photos from then to Dobie varsity boys host Atascocita, Vet., 5:30 now. The fi rst member Dobie JV girls at Atascoocita, 5:30 of his family to attend college, Carrillo also Dobie JV boys host Atascocita, Aux., 7:30 hopes to compete in the NFL. Carrillo is a Friday, Feb. 7 2019 graduate of Pas- Brook varsity boys host Dickinson, Challenger, 7:30 adena Memorial High School. Dobie varsity boys host Rayburn, Vet., 5:30 Brook varsity girls at Clear Springs, 7:30 Brook JV boys host Dickinson, Challenger, 5:30 Dobie JV boys host Rayburn, Aux., 5:30

Saturday, Feb. 8 Dobie varsity girls host Rayburn, Vet., noon Dobie JV girls host Rayburn, Aux., 10 a.m.

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Eli Donaho, Imanol went head-to-head Jan. key win in league action, action at Kingwood Jan. dena Feb. 4 to go against Pena and Isaac Cortez 29 after press time in Pas- defeating Kingwood by a 31, in a 7:30 p.m. game. Atascocita in a game slat- scored goals over an un- adena. On Jan. 29, Pasa- 4-3 count. The Longhorns return to ed to get under way at 5:30 der nine-minute span in dena Memorial scored a Dobie will be back in Veterans Stadium in Pasa- p.m. the fi rst half as Dobie overcame an early hiccup to defeat Pasadena 3-2 in 22-6A Boys’ Soccer Standings varsity boys’ soccer action Jan. 25 at Veterans Stadi- um. As of Jan. 29 An early own goal led to 1-0 defi cit against Team W L T Pts. the Eagles, but the quick scoring attack of Donaho, Pena and Cortez led to the Humble 3 0 0 9 win as the fi ve-time league champions remained un- Memorial 3 1 0 9 beaten at 2-0-0 in the early stages of the 22-6A race. Kingwood 2 1 1 7 Jonathan Mendez and Pena dished assists in th Dobie 2 0 0 6 win, and goalkeeper Eris Acosta recorded the win despite a goal for Pasade- Atascocita 2 1 0 6 na with about 11 minutes remaining. Pasadena 1 2 0 3 The Longhorns were scheduled to go against Rayburn 1 11 2 1 fi rst-place Humble (3-0- 0) at San Jacinto College South Jan. 28, but that Summer Creek 0 11 1 0 Dobie sophomore defender Jonathan Torres (far then tallied three goals in just over eight minutes to game was postponed due right) goes against a Pasadena player in the early seize control. Pasadena scored again with roughly 18 to wet fi eld conditions. S. Houston 0 11 1 0 going Jan. 25 at Veterans Stadium in Pasadena, Do- minutes left, but Dobie held on from there. Dobie’s Instead, the two teams bie surrendered an own goal to fall behind 1-0 but Eli Donaho (7), who scored a goal, is center.

Above, the Longhorns’ Emanol Pena (10) kept the pressure on the Pasadena omore goalkeeper Eris Acosta covers a shot attempt with protection from Alan defense with a goal and an assist Jan. 25 at Veterans Stadium in Pasadena as Lopez (4) in the second half of Dobie’s win. Photos by John Bechtle Dobie stayed unbeaten and untied through two matches. At right, Dobie soph- Lady Longhorns bounce back; Jackson makes Roughnecks Local basketball programs get consecutive soccer victories A district-opening dez as well as Frankie against regional heavy- close in an postseason play gut punch from Summer Reyes and Miranda Serra- weights Atascocita and Continued from Page 1B Dobie, which lost 62-59 at three straight wins to get Creek seemingly out of no also scored goals in the Kingwood. 64-58 as the Longhorns Humble Jan. 24. Scott led the job done. the way, the Dobie varsi- easy win. The Lady Longhorns both inched closer to the the way with 18 points in Clear Springs, now 8-0 ty girls’ soccer team has Goalkeeper McKenzie will host the Lady Mus- third-place Mustangs and that one. after a 56-33 win over the bounced back with con- Rankins earned the win in tangs Friday, Jan. 31, at also distanced themselves JFD girls grip third Lady Wolverines Jan. 28 secutive wins to get back the nets for the locals. Veterans Stadium in Pasa- from fi fth-place Humble Two easy wins, 50-35 at Springs, is leading the among the frontrunners in Going against winless dena. Match time is set for with fi ve games to play. over Humble and 52-25 league with Clear Creek the league. Humble Jan. 29 in Hum- 8:30 p.m. Dobie was paced by over Kingwood, have the and Clear Falls likely Victoria Chu had her ble, the Lady Longhorns Dobie is back in action senior Jalen Lendsey’s 19 Dobie varsity girls team headed to the playoffs eighth and ninth goals of got goals in both halves Tuesday, Feb. 4, at fi rst- points and six rebounds, on the brink of securing with identical 6-2 current the season to lead the way to secure a 2-0 victory to place Atascocita. That and Cameran Guy added no worse than the No. 3 marks. as the Lady Longhorns 5-0 keep the streak going in match is set for 7:30 p.m. 13 big points to go with 10 playoff seed for the sec- Brook, despite just a Jan. 24 at Veterans Stadi- league play. Dobie is now 7-4-1 from Marquice Scott. ond straight season. Dobie 2-7 district mark, is just um to get even at 1-1-0. Dobie still has re- overall this season as 22- The Longhorns were is 9-3 in 22-6A play. a game and a half behind Freshman Karen Hernan- maining fi rst-half games 6A play heats up. big in the paint with 10 Brook girls fall back Dickinson and a half game blocked shots as Jay- The Lady Wolverines back of Clear Lake for the lon Jackson had four to were hoping to make a late fourth seed. go with three each from push in the district race Clear Brook has a UIL realignment just a start; Jujuan Robinson and following a slow start, but chance to take a step for- De’Marcus Carathers. now it may take some help ward Jan. 31 at home, mass scheduling details ahead The win was big for from others along with hosting Dickinson. It’s not a chess match, words. Simply put, there stadiums with turf avail- and it’s certainly not Bat- can be no preplanning un- able for four matchups at Lajaunie tennis is May 1-3; tleship or the like. til the UIL makes its of- least twice a week. No, opposing district fi cial announcement at 9 Pasadena ISD offi - athletic directors, their a.m. cials were able to come to player registration to come direct assistants, school Jaso said there is a tem- agreement with those at The 2020 Darren La- fund and tournament is a Those who would like athletic coordinators and plate in place for sched- San Jacinto College South jaunie Memorial Tennis way to honor his memory to donate may do so on the hundreds of high school uling district opponents, to occassionally utilize Tournament will return to by helping junior tennis website. The Darren La- coaching personnel will but whether that num- that fi eld. the Harry Taylor Tennis players enjoy tennis and jaunie Tennis Scholarship want no part of games ber is six, seven, eight or If the need arises be- Center in Pasadena May assist with their education Fund is a nonprofit corpo- being played in the after- nine makes a ton of differ- yond 2020, Jaso said the 1-3. in college. ration, and all donations math of what will be the ence. two parties would again The DLTSF will con- He was an electrical are tax-deductible. University Interscholastic Two school years ago, likely be in contact. tinue to award college engineer graduate from Donations may now League’s biennial realign- there were very few PISD “Again, it’s all about scholarships to the seniors the University of Texas in be made via the web- ment, due to be announced or Humble ISD folks who fi eld availability,” Jaso on the Dobie High School Austin, and a pillar of the site with a credit card or Monday, Feb. 3 at 9 a.m. thought District 22-6A said. tennis team, in addition to community while work- one may mail a check or statewide. would become a nine- “And you have to factor qualifying members of the ing at the Johnson Space money order to: Darren In the minutes and school district overnight. in subvarsity play as well. Harry Taylor Tennis Cen- Center. Lajaunie was also Lajaunie Tennis Scholar- hours that follow, district But it did. It’s easier with some of ter. dedicated and passionate ship Fund, 3106 Mossy ADs like Rupert Jaso of On top of everything the indoor sports, but then The Darren Lajaunie for his favorite pastime of Elm Court, Houston, TX Pasadena ISD and Debbie else, 22-6A became a two there is travel, particularly Tennis Scholarship Fund playing tennis. 77059, or contact Ca- Fuchs of Clear Creek ISD school district alignment on school nights.” volunteers are in the plan- All 2020 players will mille Lajaunie, commit- will be working to lay out with just two available Jaso had no real guess ning and sponsorship gath- receive a tournament tee chairperson at cjlajau athletic schedules for their football stadiums. where his school district ering stages for its ninth T-shirt and other good- [email protected] with any respective athletic pro- Over the past two years, would land prior to the annual memorial tennis ie bag items and enjoy a questions. grams. for instance, subvarsity UIL announcement. tournament, and there are complimentary opening The Lajaunie Tennis Whether Pasadena ISD football games have taken For travel purposes already some exciting de- morning breakfast snack. Scholarship Fund is now stays with Humble ISD or place on many Wednes- alone, he’d like to keep tails in line. A free lunch will also a member of the Pasadena welcomes perhaps Galena days. Humble ISD at a distance. Dobie Class of 2011 graduate Blake Jackson has made the Houston Rough- Darren Lajaunie began be available for players Chamber of Commerce. Park ISD or Sheldon ISD. Varsity games, there- “Humble has been necks’ 52-man roster and will begin the 2020 XFL debut season with the his tennis career play- and spectators. The Dar- Volunteers are still Whether Clear Creek ISD fore, have been frequently great to work with, but team in its fi rst-ever game Saturday, Feb. 8 at the University of Houston’s ing tennis at Dobie High ren Lajaunie Tennis Schol- accepting tennis racket is still aligned with Dick- contested on Thursdays, from a travel standpoint, TDECU Stadium. The game will air live on FOX at 4 p.m. Jackson starred School and graduated arship Fund volunteers are donations. Call 281-480- inson ISD or otherwide, Fridays and Saturdays. we would like to be paired at quarterback in 2010 as the Longhorns bagged their most recent district co-valedictorian in 1984. busy seeking donors and 6933 to make a donation the hustle will begin a the Jaso said a point of em- with districts closer to title. In college, Jackson led the University of Mary Hardin Baylor to a Members of the Dobie silent auction items. or to learn added details. Region IV Education Ser- phasis was made to avoid ours,” Jaso said. national championship as the Cru quarterback and was the Most Valu- tennis team will be award- Opening night events Follow the event on vice Center in Northwest scheduling a varsity foot- “Deer Park, Chan- able Player in the national title game. Professionally, Jackson has moved ed entry fees to play in the include match play and Facebook at Darren La- Houston. ball team such as Dobie nelview, Galena Park ISD, to receiver and has spent time on the Cleveland Browns’ preseason roster tournament in his honor. complimentary drinks be- jaunie Tennis Scholar- Chaos, madness or to play on a Saturday fol- Pearland? You just don’t and practice squad. Dobie graduate Reginald Cole was an XFL draftee in Lajaunie lost his bat- ginning at 6 p.m. on May ships. Player entry and craziness, there are those lowed by a Thursday. know. Once we do, it’s go- Washington but did not make the regular season roster. Roughnecks photo tle with melanoma May 1, with the silent auction ticket information will be who will choose their own Soccer? Again just two ing to be hectic.” 3, 2011. This scholarship ending on May 2 at 3 p.m. determined soon.