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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, October 19, 2017 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 42, No. 38 JFD Homecoming Parade The Dobie High School Football Booster Club will host the school’s inaugural Home- coming Parade Wednesday, Oct. 25, beginning South Belters celebrate fall, Halloween at 6 p.m. The parade route will begin at Weber Elementary, travel north up Blackhawk, then Fall has arrived, and with the cooler tempera- will host its annual Trunk-or-Treat event on will host its second annual Fall Fest on Sunday, • Almeda Mall will host its annual trick-or- end at the Dobie parking lot behind the audi- tures comes a variety of local activities for South Thursday, Oct. 26, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Oct. 29, from 1 to 3 p.m. The event will feature treating event Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 6 p.m. torium. The event is open to all area business- Belt residents to enjoy. front parking lot of the school. The event will games, music and prizes. A costume parade will until supplies run out. The Morris Middle School es and community and school organizations. • The Southeast Volunteer Fire Department, feature activities, games and candy. The event is take place for children 10 years of age and under. choir will perform at the center court at 6 p.m. Prizes will be awarded. Lineup will start at 5 9830 Hughes Road, will host its annual Hallow- free and open to the public. Children are encour- The church’s annual pumpkin patch will also be While children are encouraged to wear cos- p.m. To register a group or business, call Wen- een party Tuesday, Oct. 31, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. aged to wear costumes. open daily through Oct. 31, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. tumes, no masks will be allowed for adults. dy Childs at 281-685-6135. Children are encouraged to dress in costume and • Jessup Elementary, 9301 Almeda Genoa, will be allowed to climb on the department’s fi re will host its annual fall carnival Friday, Oct. 27, Knights host Casino Night engines and play on moonwalks. The event will from 5 to 8 p.m. The family event will include feature free hot dogs, candy and sodas until sup- games, prizes and many other fun activities. The Early voting to begin Oct. 23 The Knights of Columbus Council 4577 plies run out. event is open to the public. Early voting for the Nov. 7 special elec- homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the will host its Casino Night fundraiser Saturday, • San Jacinto College South will hold its an- • Christ Church Apostolic, 12815 Fuqua, will Oct. 21, from 6 to 10 p.m. at Madden Lane tions will begin Monday, Oct. 23, and continue surviving spouse of a partially disabled veteran nual Fall Fest Friday, Oct. 27, from 5:30 to 8:30 host its annual Trunk-or-Treat event Saturday, through Friday, Nov. 3 if the residence homestead was donated to the Columbus Club Hall, 6320 Madden Lane near p.m. in the parking lots outside the gym and soc- Oct. 28, from 6 to 8 p.m. Sterling High School. Tickets are $50 per per- To be decided are two propositions from the disabled veteran by a charitable organization for cer fi eld. The event will feature a petting zoo, • South Belt Church (formerly Easthaven Pasadena Independent School District, sev- less than the market value of the residence home- son for those who gamble and $25 per person games, face painting, crafts, a bounce house, a Baptist Church), 13100 Beamer Road, will host for those who opt not to gamble. Attire will be en propositions from the State of Texas and six stead and harmonizing certain related provisions rock-climbing wall and many more fun festivi- its annual trunk-or-treat event on Tuesday, Oct. propositions from the City of Houston. of the Texas Constitution.” business casual. This event is for persons 21 ties. There will also be a costume contest held in 31, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. This event will be held years of age or older. There will be a variety of Pasadena ISD Proposition 2 reads “The constitutional the gym beginning at 7 p.m. Refreshments will indoors and will take place rain or shine. The Voters in PISD will decide on Proposition A, a amendment to establish a lower amount for ex- gambling tables, raffl e prizes and silent auc- be available for purchase. All games are free and event is free and open to the public. tion. For information, call 832-877-0260. no-tax-rate-increase bond election seeking $135 penses that can be charged to a borrower and open to the public. • CrossRoads UMC (formerly Cokesbury million in funds for new construction, and Prop- removing certain fi nancing expense limitations American Legion donates • Stuchbery Elementary, 11210 Hughes Road, United Methodist Church), 10030 Scarsdale, osition B, a Tax Ratifi cation Election (TRE), for a home equity loan, establishing certain au- which asks voters to approve a 13-cent tax in- thorized lenders to make a home equity loan, American Legion Post 490 is donating items crease to cover the district’s growing mainte- changing certain options for the refi nancing of to residents who were affected by Hurricane nance and operational costs. home equity loans, changing the threshold for an Harvey. Roughly $1 million of supplies have For information on the proposals, see last advance of a home equity line of credit, and al- been collected from Legion members across St. week’s Leader or visit www1.pasadenaisd.org/ lowing home equity loans on agricultural home- the country. Impacted residents may receive 2017bondtre. steads.” free clothing, food, cleaning supplies, personal State of Texas Proposition 3 reads “The constitutional hygiene items and pet food by visiting the post Luke’s Seven state amendments will also appear on amendment limiting the service of certain of- at 11702 Galveston (across from Ellington Air- the ballot. fi ceholders appointed by the governor and con- port). For more information, call 281-481-1179. Proposition 1 reads “The constitutional fi rmed by the senate after the expiration of the hosts fall amendment authorizing the legislature to pro- person’s term of offi ce.” Gulf Freeway closures set vide for an exemption from ad valorem taxa- Proposition 4 reads “The constitutional At least one northbound and one south- tion of part of the market value of the residence Continued on Page 4A bound main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf Freeway from FM-528/NASA Road 1 to festival Fuqua will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. City debris ending; recycling returning through Tuesday, Nov. 7. Alternate entrance and Mayor Sylvester Turner has announced his The second city-wide pass is expected to take St. Luke’s Church held its exit ramps will be closed. At least two north- goal to resume recycling services for the City of up to 60 days to complete and end by Friday, Feast Day Bazaar Satur- bound and two southbound main lanes and Houston in November, two months sooner than Dec. 1. day, Oct. 14. The event fea- frontage road lanes on the Gulf Freeway from previously anticipated. Any residents with storm debris who have tured barbecue, children’s FM-528/NASA Road 1 to Fuqua will be closed Since storm debris pickup commenced on not yet received a fi rst pickup are asked to con- activities and a garage sale. nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Nov. 7. Aug. 30, the City of Houston has removed more tact the District C offi ce at 832-393-3004 or Dis Shown above at the bazaar Alternate entrance/exit ramps will be closed. than 1 million cubic yards of debris and has sub- [email protected] with their 311 Service are St. Luke’s Pastor Doug- At least one northbound and one southbound stantially completed its fi rst pass. Request Number for assistance. main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf las J. Guthrie and Alfonso Freeway from FM-528/NASA Road 1 to SH Aguilar, who attends school 96/League City Parkway will be closed daily at the church. Aguilar is the PISD graduation rate tops 90 percent from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and nightly from 9 p.m. to son of Alejandra Sandoval. 5 a.m. through Sunday, Dec. 31. Alternate en- In 2007, the Pasadena Independent School When House Bill 5 legislation passed in 2013, trance and exit ramps will be closed. Photo by Marie Flickinger District’s graduation rate barely peaked above Pasadena ISD adopted college and career read- At least one northbound and one southbound the 65 percent mark. In just nine years, the dis- iness programs as a means of helping students main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf trict has now boosted its graduation rate from graduate. These programs include: Freeway from FM-518 to FM-517 in League 67.2 to nearly 91 percent. • Early College High School, City will be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. “When our graduation rate was hovering • Community School, and nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Satur- Wings Over Houston takes flight around 67 percent, we knew that we needed to • Tegeler Career Center, day, Oct. 21. Alternate entrance and exit ramps address the issue and make a paradigm shift,” • Lewis Career and Technical High School. will be closed. The closures are associated with The 33rd annual Wings Over Houston Air- Harvey and include a demonstration of the Dol- said Dr. DeeAnn Powell, Pasadena ISD superin- For the next two years, PISD’s graduation rate construction to widen the freeway from three show will take place at Ellington Airport Satur- phin MH65D helicopter. tendent. increased to 89.4, parallel to the state average. to fi ve lanes in each direction and the frontage day, Oct. 21, and Sunday, Oct. 22. In addition to the Thunderbirds, modern mil- That is just what they did. Through various in- In 2016, PISD shattered the state average and roads from two to three lanes in each direction. The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will once itary aircraft performances include a roaring novative programs, PISD administrators, coun- reached an all-time high of 90.9 percent. again headline the event. Sugar Land native Lt. show kickoff by an F-16 Fighting Falcon of the selors and teachers rolled up their sleeves and fo- District offi cials expect the graduation rate to Sagemont Park to meet Col. Jason Heard will serve as commander of the Air National Guard 138th Fighter Wing of Tulsa cused their efforts on helping students graduate continue to rise as they develop more programs unit. in a full afterburner takeoff. The U.S. Navy will on time. aimed at fi tting the learning style of all students The Sagemont Park Community Improve- “Despite Hurricane Harvey and all of the chal- also present a tactical demonstration of the F-18 Pasadena ISD’s graduation score has contin- and giving them the power to choose their own ment Association will hold a homeowners lenges facing our area, our show will go on ex- Super Hornet VFA-122. ued to rise ever since. In 2009, the district report- path to a high school diploma, college and a ca- meeting Thursday, Oct. 19, at Sagemont Park actly as planned. We’ve been a Houston family Aerobatic pilots Elias Corey with Suzuki Air- ed a graduation rate of 71 percent, an increase reer. Recreation Center, 11507 Hughes Road, from tradition for 33 years, and in times like this, our shows and Michael Wiskus of Lucas Oil Air- of over 4 points since 2007. By 2011, the grad- For more information, visit www1.pasade 7 to 8:30 p.m. Agenda items include proposed show is a real boost for all of us,” said Wings shows will both make their Wings Over Hous- uation rate rose to 86.2 percent and continued to naisd.org/cms/One.aspx?portalId=80772&page deed restriction changes, deed restriction viola- Over Houston Director Bill Roach. “We will ton debuts, while fan favorite and world aerobat- grow to 88.8 percent by 2012. Id=32461865. tions, and community improvement issues and have several new performers, a lot of our fan fa- ic champion Debbie Rihn-Harvey will also per- actions. This meeting is open for all Sagemont vorites and some really fun ground activities in- form. Park homeowners and residents. cluding exotic cars and motorcycles. Of course, Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the U.S. CBCMUD completes debris removal we also feature one of the largest assemblies of Air Force, the U.S. Air Force Heritage Flight Knights hold blood drive vintage aircraft of any show in the country.” will feature a World War II-era P-47 Thunder- As of Oct. 18, the Clear Brook City Munici- their contact information to the district’s trash The St. Luke’s Knights of Columbus will Organized by the Commemorative Air Force, bolt and its newer namesake, the A-10 Thunder- pal Utility District had completed all passes for contractor, Texas Pride Disposal, so that some- host a blood drive Sunday, Oct. 22, 8:30 a.m. the airshow will also feature a dramatic Vietnam bolt II, also known as the “Warthog.” Also fl y- storm debris and hazardous waste removal in one from that fi rm may give them a bid to re- to 3 p.m., at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, 11011 War Tribute demonstration by a F-4 Phantom II, ing together in an airshow for the fi rst time will the district. Any future storm debris will be the move it. All payments for services are the re- Hall Road. Blood is required daily for medical F-100 Super Sabre, MiG-17, Huey Cobra and be the world’s fi rst jet fi ghter, a replica German responsibility of the homeowner or contractor sponsibility of the resident. needs, All are urged to donate. Donors will re- other aircraft. A special commemorative fl y-by ME-262, and another famed single-engine jet making repairs. For more information on where any remain- ceive an award from a blood center sponsor. For of a B-25 will recognize the 75th anniversary of fi ghter, the British de Havilland DH-15 Vampire. Should residents have additional debris, they ing hazardous waste may be disposed, contact more information, call Val Comeaux at 713- the Doolittle Raid in World War II and honor the Randy Ball returns to pilot the MiG-17 in a solo may call the Clear Brook City MUD offi ce at the City of Houston Household Hazardous Waste 582-5358 or John Urdiales at 713-991-1425. last living Raider, Lt. Col. Dick Cole, who just demonstration and will also fl y in the Vietnam 281-484-1562. District personnel will forward Information Line at 713-551-7355. celebrated his 102nd birthday. Cole will also be War Tribute. Free self-defense classes available to meet fans in the Legends and Heroes Ace pilots, distinguished military veterans Autograph Tent. and a record-holding astronaut will meet fans in The American Society of Karate offers free The show also will recognize the U.S. Coast the Legends and Heroes Autograph Tent. Hon- Cole one-hour self-defense and martial arts courses Guard for its heroic rescues following Hurricane Continued on Page 4A for teens and adults (ages 13-80) at Sagemont Park Community Center, located at 11507 Hughes Road. The courses are taught by instruc- catches tors who have earned black belt degrees. CCISD honors distinguished athletes Sessions are Fridays from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. For The Clear Creek High School vs. Clear Brook video stream) and former Director of Athletics, more information, email Michael.Alonzo@ High School football game at Challenger Co- Bill Daws, also warmly welcomed their Wildcats Altuve ASKKarate.com or call 281-788-5930. lumbia Stadium served recently as a spirited back home. backdrop for the second annual Athletic Hall of “Clear Creek High School was a magical home run Crohn’s, colitis to meet Honor Reception and Induction Ceremony. place in the 1960s,” said Parr. “With thousands The Athletic Hall of Honor was formed in of students and our astronaut families, it was the The Crohn’s and Colitis Foundation Bay 2016 to recognize the efforts and contributions only high school back then. Now, there are fi ve Area Support Group will meet Tuesday, Oct. of former CCISD student athletes, coaches and comprehensive high schools in Clear Creek ISD, ball 24, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at State Farm Insur- teams who have brought distinction, honor and and Clear Creek High School is still a great place Former South Belt resident ance, located at 12941 Gulf Freeway, Suite excellence to themselves and the Clear Creek today under the leadership of Principal Jamey Bill Cole caught the fi rst of 101. Patients and caregivers are invited to at- Independent School District. The 2017 nomina- Majewski.” three home runs hit by Hous- tend. The meeting is free. tions were only sought for candidates active or Parr also encouraged the elite alums to go tour ton Astro Jose Altuve in the enrolled from 1948 to 1972 and whose athletic the newly renovated and expanded Clear Creek team’s 8-2 win over the Bos- Paul holds BBQ fundraiser career was linked to the former Webster High High School. ton Red Sox Thursday, Oct. State House District 129 Rep. Dennis Paul School or Clear Creek High School. Parr then began the sprint down memory lane 5. Altuve is the fi rst player will host his second annual barbecue fundrais- Former Clear Creek ISD teacher, principal to the fi rst 16 years of Clear Creek High School, since Pablo Sandoval in the er Tuesday, Oct. 24, at the Bay Area Commu- and board member, Ralph Parr, served as mas- 1956-1972, by welcoming the athletes or their 2012 World Series to hit three nity Center, located at 5002 E. NASA Parkway ter of ceremonies for the event, welcoming the representative, one by one, who dominated that home runs in a postseason in Seabrook, from 5 to 8 p.m. Barbecue plates CCISD sports legends back to their alma mater era and who were formally inducted into the game. A fi refi ghter at Hous- will be $20 a plate. The event will also in- with a surprise performance by the Clear Creek Athletic Hall of Honor that evening. ton Fire Department Station clude an auction. Sponsorship opportunities High School Chamber Singers, under the direc- Coach honoree: 93 on Dixie Farm Road, Cole are available for $500-$2,500. For more infor- tion of James Park. The choir treated the Wild- Coach Max Blansit came to Clear Creek now resides in Friendswood. mation, call Debra Risinger at 832-489-3047 cat alums to the still-familiar school song and a High School in 1960, teaching social studies and or Dawn McDonald at 281-704-4765 or email pitch-perfect rendition of America the Beautiful. coaching football and track and fi eld. He started Photo submitted [email protected]. Hall of Honor Board Chair, Dr. Lynn Davis (via Continued on Page 5A Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 19, 2017 In My Opinion Deaths Gadd rallies support treatment. I have seen what I consider ex- cessive force used against people of all Frank C. of St. Francis Xavier Catho- held Tuesday, Oct. 24, at Monday, Oct. 16, 2017. A Charles J. A funeral service will be for Prop A and Prop B race or color. And those who use excessive lic Church. Frank retired af- St. Francis Xavier Catholic resident of Pearland, Randy held at South Main Baptist force need to be held accountable. ter working several years at Church, 4600 Reed Road, at was a devoted disciple of Je- Church on Saturday, Oct. I want to urge all our community to vote Respect is a two-way street. If you want Baye Jr. the Blackhawk H-E-B. 10 a.m. sus and a deacon at Sagemont “Pat” Reich 21, at 2 p.m. with interment FOR both Proposition A and Proposition B respect you must show respect. Show the He was an expert fi sher- An interment will follow Church in Houston. Prior to to follow at Forest Park East in the November 7 Pasadena school dis- proper respect for those whose duty it is to man, an artist and a crafts- at Paradise Cemetery South, that he was a dedicated mem- Cemetery. trict election. Here’s why. protect the citizens. They in turn will respect man. 1006 Cullen Blvd. ber of Second Baptist Church Basically public schools have been liv- you and should treat you fairly, even if you He had a long history of of Pasadena and was also a Ralph “Ralphie” ing under the same revenue for 10 years. are suspected of breaking one of the laws designing and building fl oats William “Randy” founding member of Clear- The district has dipped into its rainy day of this great nation. for the annual South Belt point Church in Pasadena. Duren May fund while in hopes legislature will change But where do we start. It certainly is Fourth of July parade and Alexander Sr. Randy was active in several something in the way it funds public schools. not on the playing fi eld. It is not in show- won multiple awards associ- ministries including Minis- Over the same 10-year period, the state ing disrespect for our fl ag and the country it ated with the event. ter’s Restoration, the Mission passed over 100 unfounded mandates that represents. It should start with our elected Frank was preceded in Re-entry Team, and the Com- have been paid for solely from local dollars. offi cials. But how can we change their opin- death by his parents; sisters munity Pregnancy Center. He With four years of defi cit spending, we can ions on the way some of our citizens are Frances Starr and Agnes M. also served as assistant su- no longer provide the quality education we treated by law enforcement offi cials. Taylor; brother Harold R. perintendent for Sagemont’s need without a tax rate increase. Without It starts with God. If we listen He will Green; and son Ricky D. new building project. a tax rate increase provided in Proposition show us the way to get this situation cor- Baye. Randy was born in Hunts- B, some programs would have to be cut to rected. So if you want to “take a knee” use He is survived by his lov- ville and graduated from even staff and maintain the new intermedi- it to talk with God. Whether it is in church Longtime South Belt res- ing wife Gwendolyn Baye; Huntsville High School in Charles J. “Pat” Reich, 82, ate school that is planned. on Sunday, or in the privacy of your own ident Frank C. Baye Jr., 82, sons Michael D. Baye, Da- 1954. He was an All-State Here is the quirky part of voting for a a longtime resident of South home, thank Him for all he has done in died Oct. 15. vid Baye and Benjamin Honorable Mention offensive Belt, Galveston and Kemah, tax rate increase. If it passes, the state will your life. Thank Him for the blessings He Baye was born in Hous- Burns; daughter Angela guard for the Hornets on the match the revenue gained from local tax in- died Sunday, Oct. 8, 2017, has bestowed upon you. Ask for forgive- ton on July 8, 1935, to Frank Davis; brother Lawrence J. 1954 State Championship after a 13-year struggle with crease ($16 million) with $20 million annu- ness for the times you have doubted Him. C. Baye Sr. and Bernice M. Baye; sisters Marie L. Green Football Team. In 1957, he ally, giving the school district over $36 mil- Alzheimer’s disease. Ask Him to grant you the serenity to accept Navy. Cooper and Juarita R. Green; graduated from Sam Houston He was born in Houston, lion more in new revenue. This will allow the the things you cannot change, the courage He attended school in the two grandchildren; and three State with a Bachelor of Sci- Ralph “Ralphie” Duren district to pay teachers a more competitive March 16, 1935, and grew up to change the things you can, and the wis- Houston Independent School great-grandchildren. William Randolph “Ran- ence in chemistry. Randy was in Galveston. He graduated in May of Nashville, Tennessee, pay with surrounding districts and increase dom to know the difference. GOD BLESS District and was a member A funeral service will be dy” Alexander Sr., 81, died employed by Dixie Chemical resident of the South Belt maintenance that has been neglected es- 1953 from Ball High School AMERICA Robert J. Semler and DPC Industries for 32 where he held the position of area from 1990 - 1996, died pecially over the past years. years, beginning as a chemist in Las Vegas on Oct. 6, 2017. Pasadena is the last district in the sur- president of student council, Cantu cites reasons, in 1966 and retiring in 1998 played trumpet in the school He began his earthly life in rounding area to ask for this tax rate in- In My Opinion as vice-president of opera- Chattanooga, Tennessee Feb. crease. Seniors will see no change in their band, and was a pitcher and favors Prop A, Prop B tions. catcher for the baseball team. 17, 1972. tax rates. I am a parent of children in Pasadena their impact. That means building structural fect on reducing the frequency or severity He is survived by his faith- Known to the world as The 2017 bond package (Proposition Pat Reich is preceded in ISD. I’m proud of the education they have protections, improving fl ood control, adopt- of tropical cyclones. ful wife of 58 years Nancy death by his father Charles Ralphie May, he was the A) enables us to continue addressing the received and excited about the opportuni- ing better building codes, being more care- Of course, it is not an “either-or” choice. Alexander of the Woodlands; son of Sue Ann Sykes May overcrowding problem in our schools, while Ben Reich and mother Zolo ties the district provides for all our children ful where we build things and restoring nat- We can work to make our coast lines more his children Randy Jr. Alex- Neva High, both of Gal- and the late Charles Winston keeping us within budget by focusing on to be involved in academic programs that ural features that dampen the impact of the resilient and to reduce carbon emissions at ander and wife Raye Ann of May. He is predeceased by the schools with the most serious needs. veston; his wife Janet of 40 aren’t available in other districts. I know storms, e.g., wetlands and oyster reefs. the same time. But if the goal is to reduce Friendswood, Steve Alexan- years; and his best friend grandparents Ralph and Sue Key parts of this strategy are a new inter- the state’s share of the cost of education While pursuing policies which will re- the impact of tropical storms in the short or der and wife Mary of Deer Sykes of Clarksville, Arkan- mediate school in Riverstone Ranch to re- Walt Wilkerson of Galveston, in Pasadena ISD has declined signifi cant- duce carbon emissions is a laudable goal, medium term, we need policies primarily Park and Troy Alexander and whom he has known for 78 sas, and A.D. and Monie May lieve overcrowding at Thompson, Bondy ly over the past decade, forcing the district there is no evidence that policies to that aimed at strengthening our coastal defens- wife Kara of Austin; grand- of Delight, Arkansas. and Beverly Hills. Also we desire to replace years since the fourth grade. to pay for many of its important academic end will have any short or medium term ef- es. Bill King children Jairus, Cameron, Pat is survived by his sis- He is survived by his Red Bluff Elementary which was original- programs. I intend to support the district’s Brady, Reid and Julia Alex- mother; wife Lahna Turner; ly built in 1954. Transportation, Fine Arts, ter Florence Alma “Babe” need for additional funding. The tax ratifi - ander; brother Phil Alexander Reich and his son Charles daughter April June May; son and Technology will be greatly benefi tted cation election (TRE) offered by Pasadena Master Gardeners hold event and wife Jane of Pasadena; August James May; brother by this bond. Patrick Reich, both of Hous- ISD not only generates local income, but On Thursday, Oct. 19, Trees: Planting and Care, will be presented at 6:30 p.m. at Freeman sister Terrie Stanley and hus- ton. Charles Winston May II of It is important to support both Propo- it also forces to the state to kick in an ad- Branch Library, 16616 Diana Lane. This is a free Harris County Master Gardeners event and band Stan of Virginia Beach; Fayetteville, Arkansas; sis- sition A and Proposition B. Help us keep Pat received his Bachelor ditional $20.7 million sent directly to Pas- the presentation includes a discussion on fruit trees. For more details, visit http://hcmga.tamu. brother-in-law Joe Woodland of Science degree in phar- ters Melanie May Adamski Pasadena ISD on the path to excellence. adena ISD. We need this money to keep edu/Public/docs/2017-green-thumb.pdf or call 713-274-0950. and wife Debbie of Hender- and husband Jim Adamski of Emory Gadd macy from the University of our excellent teachers and our amazing son, Texas; and numerous Houston in 1960. He proud- Longwood, Florida, Camel- programs that benefi t our kids. I’ll be voting Shaar Hashalom holds Bible sessions nieces and nephews. ly served in the United States lia May and husband Bijan Kendrick urges “Yes” FOR on the Pasadena Bond (Proposition Relatives and friends may Timjani of Houston, Carrie The Bible (the original text that is called the Old Testament) is divided into three parts: Army for two years in Korea A) and the TRE (Proposition B). We need meet the family on Friday, as a radio operator and one May Ezell and husband Ben vote for 2 PISD issues you to vote FOR on both propositions. The the fi rst is the Torah (the fi ve books of Moses), the second is The Prophets and the third is a Oct. 20, from 5 to 7 p.m. Ezell of Cullman, Alabama; collection of unrelated books called The Holy Writings. year stateside as a pharmacy This letter is being written to the Pasa- district…our children…need your contin- at Niday-Fairmont Funeral assistant. nephews Aarash, Zak and dena ISD community to ask for your sup- ued support. Edie Cantu, Last semester Congregation Shaar Hashalom’s own Rabbi Stuart Federow led conversa- Home, 6777 Fairmont Park- Samson Tamijani and Elliot tions about the second part, The Prophets, reading the ancient text line by line. This semes- While working on his port and vote for the upcoming bond and Pasadena ISD parent way in Pasadena. Funeral degree at the University of Adamski; nieces Roaxana tax proposals in the November election. ter the rabbi will continue the third part, The Holy Writings, starting with Ecclesiastes. The services will be held on Sat- Tamijani Poskey, and Ginger course will discuss entire scripts, ideas and insights, rather than line by line. Houston, Pat met and mar- You have allowed me the honor of serving King questions urday, Oct. 21, at noon in the ried Clemmie Jeanette “Jan- Tamijani Hartley, Buffy Ad- on the Board of Trustees for the past 28 Each topic’s discussion stands alone, and one does not have to have attended pre- Sagemont Church Worship amski, Corey May and Emily vious classes. Everybody is welcome to attend any or all discussions. The sessions et” Reich of Spring. After years. This community has been extremely strengthening storms Center, 11300 South Sam completing his degree and May; great-nephew Aarian supportive of our district and your trust has Harvey has rekindled the debate be- are conducted every Sunday, 11:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at Congregation Shaar Hasha Houston Parkway East. In- Tamijani; stepmother Gayle lom. The congregation, 16020 El Camino Real, is the conservative synagogue in the tours of duty, Pat worked for been shown by passing three bond issues tween climate change advocates and de- terment will be at Forest Park Hillcroft Pharmacy in Hous- May of Canton, Georgia; and for new schools and programs which have niers over whether tropical cyclones are Bay Area. The community is invited to attend. For more information, visit www.shaar East Cemetery, 21620 Gulf stepbrother Gary Gilley of hashalom.org or call the synagogue at 281-488-5861. ton before moving to Kemah, enriched our students and provided many becoming more frequent and intense. Both Freeway, Webster. where he opened the fi rst Edgefi eld, South Carolina. opportunities for their success. sides tend to overstate their respective Memorials in lieu of pharmacy in Seabrook. Ralphie grew up in Clarks- Our demographics have certainly cases. Local library events set fl owers may be made to the He relocated his family to ville and attended Clarksville changed over since I was elected in 1989. Trying to get a handle on whether these Parker Williams Library Sagemont Church “Living the South Belt area in the mid High School. He moved to Over that stretch of time our graduation storms are getting worse is not as easy The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. Proof Project” at https:// ’70s and owned and operated the Sagemont area and at- rate dropped from 88% to a low of 67% as it might seem. First, exactly how you sagemontchurch.onlinegiv Pat’s Pharmacy on Fuqua. In tended classes at San Jacinto in 2007. A previous superintendent chal- this week: measure the intensity of a storm is some- The Swan: Poems and Prose ing.org/donate/form/79#/. the early 1990s, Pat moved College South campus. lenged our principals and teachers to ac- Thursday, Oct. 19, 2 p.m. There will be a poetry discussion of what problematic. Hurricane Sandy, which Poems back to Kemah to care for his He started doing stand- cept no more excuses when it comes to by Mary Oliver. caused extensive damage to the East Fantastic Beasts and Where to parents where he stayed for up comedy at The Comedy student success. Because of improved Friday, Oct. 20, 3:45 p.m. Teen DIY and a movie features Coast and was frequently referred to in the Find Them Craig “Bones” the rest of his life. Showcase on Fuqua and per- training and new and innovative programs, and make a bowtruckle. Watch the recapture of Newt Scamander’s menagerie of media as a “superstorm,” was only a Cate- Fantastic Beasts Pat was known to be very formed there for several years our graduation rate has risen again above . Meet for a fun day in the library community room. Harrison gory 1 storm on the Saffi r-Simpson scale. Enjoy Healthy Food That Tastes active with friends and grad- before moving to Los Ange- 90 percent. This happened because the Saturday, Oct. 21,10:30 a.m. Register with the library for The Saffi r-Simpson scale is exclusively Great, uates from Ball High School, les. Wherever he went, he re- community trusted us with your tax dollars presented by the Memorial Hermann Community Benefi t program and learn about determined by wind speed. But we have small changes you can make to choose healthier foods. friendly with strangers, and mained a lifelong Razorback to provide new schools and new programs learned that wind speed is just one factor in one who loved animals, loved and supporter of the Univer- for our students, i.e., career tech, advanced Tuesday, Oct. 24, 2 p.m. Meet at the library for the adult book discussion of Paulette Jiles’ determining the severity of a storm and the book News of the World, a story of an elderly widower and itinerant news reader. In the after- to garden, and had a heart as sity of Arkansas. placement, early college high schools and resulting damage. For example, the physi- deep as the ocean. He said his He traveled around the more. Our success has been recognized math of the Civil War, Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd is offered fi fty dollars to bring an orphan cal size of the storm is another important girl, who was kidnapped and raised by Kiowa raiders, from Wichita Falls back to her family favorite ice cream was Blue world performing comedy nationally as the 9th best school district in indicator of its tidal surge. And, of course, Bell Homemade Vanilla. live for millions of fans. Ear- the United States at achieving the highest in San Antonio. the resulting damage from any storm is The Basic Essay A visitation was held on ly in his career he appeared academic gains for students living in low Wednesday, Oct. 25, 5 p.m. Basic Life Skills features . Mr. John will be largely determined by where it makes land- guiding the class through the basic essay, a tool for school as well as every report for work that Monday, Oct. 16 at Greater on “The Late Show with socio-economic circumstances. fall and the population and property in its Harvest Community Church. Craig Kilborn,” “The To- The bond election (Proposition A on the you will ever have to write. Meet in the library community room learn how to use transitions, path. Had Sandy made landfall along a hooks and details. Funeral services were held night Show with Jay Leno” ballot) is for $135 million and requires no coastline with far less population, no one Tuesday, Oct. 17, followed twice and “The Jimmy Kim- tax rate increase. Below are the programs that occur every week. would have referred to it as a “superstorm.” Wednesdays, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. For children, ages 3 to 5 years, storytime by a graveside service with mel Show” twice. He was Proposition B, the tax ratifi cation elec- Another problem is that the farther we military honors at Forest also a producer and co-star tion (TRE), asks for an additional 13 cents features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and a craft. go back into historical records, the less Thursdays, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. For toddlers from birth to 3 years, storytime Park East in League City. A of ESPN’s “Mohr Sports on the tax rate which will generate $16 accurate the information is about the in- procession with police escort with Jay Mohr.” He shot to million in local revenue. If the tax rate in- features stories, songs, fi ngerplays and bubbles. cidence and the severity of the storms. Saturdays, Vietnamese Learning Time. Level 2 begins at 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at 11:15 a.m. was provided. fame in 2003 when he came crease is approved by voters, the state Since the 1960s we have had reliable data In lieu of fl owers, the fam- in second place on NBC’s must match those funds with $20.7 million and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. from satellites. But that is the blink of the For more information on library events, call the library at 281-484-2036. Library hours ily requests that donations “Last Comic Standing.” He in additional revenue. More than a dollar eye on the scale of climate history. Before be made to the Alzheimer’s made DVDs and specials for for dollar return on your investment. The this week are: Monday, 1-9 p.m., Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 9 p.m.; Former South Belt resident that, the data is much less accurate, rely- Thursday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Friday, 1 - 6 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; and Sunday, closed. Craig Harrison (born Donald Association in the name of Comedy Central and Netfl ix new revenue will allow the district to re- including “Just Correct,” ing frequently on incomplete narrative ac- Bracewell Branch Library Craig Larson), 57, known as Charles J. Reich. main competitive in recruiting and retaining counts and spotty meteorological observa- “Austin-Tatious,” “Girth of a The following events are scheduled this week for the Bracewell Branch Library, 9002 “Bones”/“Papa Bones”/“Pop quality teachers and staff and enable us to tions. Tommy Wayne Nation,” “Prime Cut,” “Too cover rising costs of utilities, maintenance, Kingspoint: Bones” of Channelview, Nonetheless, the National Weather died unexpectedly early Fri- Big to Ignore,” “Imperfectly property insurance and medical bene- Service has compiled a list of tropical cy- Thursday, Oct. 19, 6 p.m. Book club: Dear Committee Members Laird Sr. Yours” and “Unruly.” fi ts for our people. Pasadena ISD has not Thursday, Oct. 19, 6:30 p.m. Knitting and crochet day morning, Oct. 13, 2017. clones that have occurred in the Atlantic Bones, as he was known to He did USO tours in Ja- raised taxes since the 2005-06 school year basin since 1850, based on the best infor- Saturday, Oct. 21, 10:30 a.m. Spanish computer class Tommy Wayne Laird Sr., pan, Germany, Italy and Iraq; and is currently the second lowest in the Saturday, Oct. 21, 3 p.m. Citizenship class all, was born April 22, 1960. mation they have. They have categorized He battled, but unexpectedly 68, of Houston died Oct. 14, and performed at Bonaroo and greater Houston area. If you hold a senior the storms into three categories: tropical Monday, Oct. 23, 10:30 a.m. Polliwog Nature Club 2017. He was born in Delhi, Gathering of the Juggaloos. He citizen or disability exemption, your taxes Tuesday, Oct. 24, 10:30 a.m. Family storytime and playtime. lost, a fi ght with throat cancer storms, hurricanes and major hurricanes. the last few years. Louisiana, on Nov. 1, 1948, starred in the movies “For Da will remain the same as they are now. When you graph this table, it looks like this: Wednesday, Oct. 25, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime; 11:15 a.m. Toddler playtime to Arthur and Zoria Laird. He Love Of Money” and “Gas” Our district has been forced into this po- Wednesday, Oct. 25, Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet Ba- He was preceded in death The upward trend is pretty clear, at by his mother Nina Harrison was married to Delores Laird and appeared on the television sition because the state legislature pays least, on this most global level of the data. sics; 4:30 p.m. Basic Powerpoint for 50 years. shows “Spy TV,” “Celebrity less and less each year of the cost of public For more information on these programs, call the library at 832-393-2580. All events are of Houston. Bones grew up in And the 2017 data will tilt the trend lines a the Beverly Hills subdivision, Tommy worked as a pipefi t- Fit Club,” “The Wayne Brady education. In 2008, state funding equaled bit higher since this has been such an ac- free and open to the public. ter/welder for Pipefi tters Local Show,” “Tough Crowd with 50% of the cost of education. In 2019, that Bracewell hours are: Sunday, closed; Monday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Tuesday and Wednesday, attended Meador Elementary, tive season. Beverly Hills Jr. High and, Union #211. He was a mem- Colin Quinn.” “The Big Black percentage will fall to 39%. If we look only at all the storms that 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.; Thursday, noon - 8 p.m.; Friday, 1 - 5 p.m.; and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. ber of the Masonic Lodge and Comedy Show,” “The Dog We need your support if we are to con- for a short time, attended Do- reached tropical storm status since 1970, bie High School. Bones’ old had a passion for the outdoors. Whisperer,” “The Sarah Sil- tinue to provide the best opportunities for the trend line fl attens out signifi cantly, sup- He loved to hunt and fi sh with verman Show,” “The Whoopie our children and young people. I ask you CALL TODAY “stomping grounds” included porting the notion that there is an observa- the greater Southeast Hous- family and friends. Goldberg Show,” “Extreme to vote FOR both Propositions A and B in tional bias before 1970 that under counted He was a resident of the Makeover Home Edition,” and November. Let’s continue the success! ton, Pearland, Friendswood, storms The trend is still up but it is consid- SOUTH BELT Alvin, Crosby, Highlands, South Belt area for 40 years “Inside Amy Schumer.” He Marshall Kendrick erably less dramatic than the hyperbole we and president of the Scarsdale also did voiceover work for the Board Member, Pasadena ISD Baytown, Channelview and frequently hear from climate change advo- RESTORATION Sheldon. HOA. “Squidbillies” cartoon and the Semler encourages cates. Bones loved his family, his He was preceded in death “Vigilante 8” video game. Of course, history is not necessarily a friends, his dog and his Har- by his father and mother; and At the time of his passing, respect for America predictor of the future. But these trend lines CRRC ley, in that order. Bones rode brothers James, Haywood, Ralphie had a performance signifi cantly undermine those who argue his Harley as long and as of- and William Laird. residency at Harrah’s in Vegas The disrespect being showed by the that the current spike in storms is nothing ten as he could get away with He is survived by his wife; and was voted Casino Come- actions of NFL football players is not only more than a naturally recurring weather cy- 1983 J. Frank Dobie Graduate it his whole life. He loved the sister Joeann and husband Bill dian of the Year. He performed disgraceful to the nation but also serves to cle. outdoors and enjoyed hunt- Speich; sons and their wives charity events for fallen police show their ingratitude for those that chose Weather events, by their nature, are epi- Adam Troy Garcia ing, fi shing and archery. Tommy and Jamie Laird, Bill offi cers. He was proud to be a to defend our Constitution from all evils, for- sodic and tend to be cyclical. There are lots He will be greatly missed and Lorie Laird and John and descendant of some of Johnson eign and domestic. of highs and lows. Climate change advo- and, it seemed to many, his Michele Laird; grandchildren and Pike County’s earliest pio- Consider those who lost their lives on cates cherry pick the highs to bolster their 832-689-5252 or 956-564-0138 time was too short. He is Rob Craven and wife Angela neers and treasured the time he the beach in Normandy or the jungles in case and climate change deniers do the survived by his wife Susan Craven, Amanda Laird, John- spent with his grandfather and Vietnam. Their playing fi eld was not a well same with the lows. Harrison; daughters Sherry ny Laird, Justin Laird, Han- uncle James May on the farm manicured lawn. Rather it was some of the nah Laird, Emma Laird, Cole I think there are two conclusions we can • Dry Out Services • Same Day Service Rightmer and husband Jon in Delight. His autobiography worst conditions the world has ever seen. draw from the data. of Pearland and Brandy Lew- Laird, Ian Laird, Chason Laird, was completed and ready for Yet our military men and women kept mov- First, tropical cyclones do appear to be • Insurance Representation • Sheetrock is and husband John, also of and Sebastian Reyna. publishing when he died. ing on, protecting the freedoms we en- The family will receive A celebration of life event getting somewhat worse. You can attribute • Demolition and Remediation • Texture, Painting & More Pearland; grandchildren Mi- joy, the freedom which allows those that that to climate change or not, but the best kayla Rightmer, Aidan and friends Friday, Oct. 20, from will be held Oct. 23 at the choose to “take a knee”. bet going forward is that we need to pre- • Dehumidification and Air Scrubbing • Credit Cards Accepted Rowan Lewis; his beloved Pit 5 to 8 p.m. at South Main Hollywood Improv in Hol- Taking a knee can have various mean- pare for more frequent and intense storms. Bull Muddy; and numerous Baptist Church, 4600 E. Sam lywood. Private services are ings. For example a man gets down in his However, there is little in the historical re- • Indoor Air Quality Testing • Financing Available aunts, uncles and cousins. Houston Pkwy., S. Pasadena. pending as of press time. knees to propose to his girl friend. But the cord to support a prediction that the in- • Xactimate Appraisals • Insurance Approved Respecting his wish- meaning expressed by the NFL players is crease will be dramatic. es, no funeral service is very clear. They show no respect for the Second, storms of relatively similar planned. A private memo- Leader obituary policy fl ag or the country it represents because of strengths are causing much more damage Proudly Serving: Sagemont, Scarsdale, rial will be held by his fam- a number of issues they believe need to be now than in the past because there are ily at a later date. In lieu of Obituaries submitted to the Leader addressed. One of these is the excessive so many more people and so much more Kirkwood South, Wood Meadow fl owers, the family requests force used in apprehending blacks sus- are published free of charge. They are property in their paths. and Surrounding Areas donations be made to assist pected of criminal activity. And I agree that Both of these conclusions support pol- with cremation and expens- edited to conform to the Leader style. this is an issue which needs to be resolved. icies that would better prepare our coast- es on the memorial page: go But it is not only blacks that receive such lines to withstand storms and to mitigate Insured Mold License #RC00107 fundme.com/bonesharrison Thursday, October 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Thompson Intermediate releases first honor roll for 2017-18 The following George Nevan Elaijah Hulse, Ryan der Roppolo. and Dataysia Elaine Cisner- do, Keena Magana and Jas- Nicholas Montano, Luis Mi- Jason Pham, Nguyen Chan Haley Danae Salinas, Maya Phillip Ethan Tran. A. Thompson Intermediate Janell Humphrey, Chance Emily Salazar, Leyla Re- os. mine Marie Maldonado. guel Montes, Crystal M Mo- Pham, Loc Tan Ly Phan, Val- Galilea Salinas, Emily Gissel Thu Minh Tran, Trinity Ma- school students were named Alan Hurd, Gloria Immacu- becca Salazar, Jennifer Sali- Ronald Leslie Coleman, Trixie Amanda Marquez, rales, Luis Diego Morales, De- erie Phi Yen Phonxayalinkham, Sanchez, Bryan Santacruz, rie Tucker, Jaynia Renae Turn- to the honor roll list for the late, Daisy Lynn Irwin, Adam nas Roman, Christian Jordan Matthew Christopher Col- Adrian Matthew Marrufo, veon Jordan Moses, Avry Gail Presley Marie Pina, Javon Nicholas Ignacio Santibanez, er, Ashley Daniela Tzintzun, fi rst six-weeks period. The Gabriel Jimenez, Edgar Javi- Schmidt, Mable Lee Self, lins, Frank Allan Romano Carlos Rodrigo Martinez, Munoz and Karissa Munoz. Allen Portis, Kori Germaine Jacqueline Olivia Sauceda Chukwuemeka Austin Nnamdi students are: er Jimenez, Ian Sudario John- Austin Michael Shofner, Va- Concepcion, David Garcia Karizma Minnie Martinez, Karime Murguia, Xavier Pounds, Isabela Pruneda and and Elbert Earl Sawyer. Uzomah, Jesse Avery Valdez, Seventh grade son, Justice Marie Johnson leria Silva, Christopher Dom- Constantino, Angel Alejan- Lexi Martinez, Valeria Nicole Ray Musquiz, Ashley Mi- Alejandro Ramos. Ryan Keith Saxton, Rick- Destiny Blaze Vela, Jesus Se- Alexis Acosta, Valerie and Natalia Jenae Jones. inic Soza and Julicia Areana dro Coreas, Isaac Anthony Martinez, Yaire Gerysand chelle Napper, Brian Thai Alexandra Ramos, Milly ey James Schreier, Noah bastian Velasquez, Melanie Ar- Damilola Akinloye, Jose Ro- Bianca Nicole Kinder, St Croix. Corte, Diego Sebastian Cor- Martinez, Celina Mata, Co- Nguyen, Kelly Han Ngoc Rangel Uribe, Zachary Ed- Arthur Scott, Kal El Self, iana Velazquez, Deashia Erin berto Alonso, Alize Denai Kareemah Mahendi Kothi- Carrick Lashawn Steans, tez and Isaac Beaney Cortez. ry’on Jerrod Matthews And- Nguyen, Kim Nguyen, Linh ward Reimer, Miranda Ca- Cristian Xavier Sepulveda, Jenae Victoria, Emilio Villarre- Alvarez, Sidney Elise Arm- ya, Evan Joshua Krustchin- Emilee Rayne Sulak, Saman- Amaya Marie Cruz, Se- kylah Aaliyah Mclaren. Ha My Nguyen, Tommy Tang mille Resendez, Corey Lee Jaelan Donae Sherman, Wy- al, Fernando Villarreal and Luis strong, Jadyn Zane Arnes, sky, Thalia Ngoc Diem Le, tha Herrera Talamantez, Ne- bastian Alexander Cruz, Ben- Ashlyne Celest Medi- Nguyen, Christina Maria Reyes, Arianna Lexi Reyna, att James Sherwood, Angel Emilliano Villarreal. Gabriella Kate Arredondo Mauricio Leal, Alyssa Saige vea Elena Tatum, Kennedy son Carter Cubos, Thomas na, Jessica Suzanne Medi- Nunez, Natalie Onozie, Ge- Asher Elijah Ridge, Adrian Javier Silva, Metzli Jamile Michael Wotonwo Vouffo, and Jorge Luis Arredondo. Lloyd, Ashley Denisse Lo- Dat Thai and Yvonne Thaon- Duke Cypert, Tara Dang, na, Kadence Venus Medina, nessis Alethea Orozco, Sebas- Eden Rios and Joseph Rios. Silva, Kenzie Ida Snook, Huy Thanh Vu, Paul Hoang Janelle Barreiro, Zaineh meli, Ivan Lopez, Lilian Lo- hi Thai. William Khoa Dao, Fernan- Ezequiel Isai Mejia Blanco, tian Ortega, Abigail Alicia Or- Elijah Alexander Robin- Kielee Ashell Snook, Alexa Vu, Khari Geno Walker, Cyrae Mohamed Bataineh, Dynasti pez, Santiago Lopez, Mad- Maria Avenelle Tipton, da America Davila, Lucinda Crystal Mejia, Diego Mateo tiz and Celeen Andrea Ortiz. son, Vanessa Jannet Rocha, Anne Snow-Eaton, Gerardo Kristen Washington, Sophia Rakhilla Benson, Luis Anto- ison Sage Lugo, Ivan Ray Tam Thanh To, Madeline Sunfl ower Davis, Isabella De Melchor, Lauren Michelle Diego Osuna, Audrey Alicia Alejandra Rodriguez, Solis and Jasmin Janet Sosa. Kassandra Wence, Abby Mi- nio Betancourt, Ethan James Mariscal, Lluvia Daniela Elizabeth Torres, Camden La Torre Quintana, Karina Mendez, Nataly Vanessa Elizabeth Owens, Isabella El- Alyssa Sanee Rodriguez, Li- Jessica Anahi Sosa, Kyle chelle Whitley. Londan Ga- Bishop, Ebony Le’sabre Martinez, Adolfo Martinez, Malik Turner, Francisco Del Villar and Susana Beat- Mendez, Matthew Thomas ida Padilla, Jeremiah La’don sette Briseidi Rodriguez, Me- Christopher Stokes, Natalie brielle Curtis Wiggins, Luke Brooks, Honesty One Brooks Cassius Tristian Martinez and Johnathan Urquieta, Vianca riz. Mendiola, Eliud Mendoza, Paige, Jeremiah Neil Rabang gan Alani Rodriguez, Nicole Anaih Suarez, Brooklyn Re- Peter Wittenberg, Aspen Sierra and Kayla Jean Burton. Emily Lylana Martinez. Victoria Valencia, Marco An- Diaz, Jarrett Joseph Do- Jonathan Matthew Mendo- Palma, Daniel Elias Palos, Rae Rodriguez, Nikolas Al- nee Thompson, Leani Marie Woods, Majesti Irene Yates, Andrew Michael Cabrales, Jessica Aracely Marti- tonio Valerio, Xavier Alfre- nato, Melina Phuong Mai za, Katelyn Mendoza, Riley Keith James Parker, Levani exander Rodriguez, Issys An- Ton, Brianna Elise Toro, Di- Makayle Nicole Yeilding, Jade Guadalupe Cabrera, nez, Loren Briann Martinez, do Valerio-Garcia, Christian Dongsi, Jaxon Hunter Efi rd, Aidan Mercer, Tristan Lee Tsotne Pelaez, Jaclyn Victo- nabel Romero, Destiny Rene ego Alexis Torres, Francisco Johnthan Blue Zamarripa, Ni- Aaron Camacho, Dylan Maria Elizabeth Martinez, Andrew Vega and Abrielle Precious Elizabeth Ellison, Miller and Valerie Josephine. ria Pena, Gilberto Joel Perez, Rosalez, Stephen Andrew Javier Torres, Phoebe Alejan- cole Zamudio, Nevaeh Renee Mathew Campos, Kaitlyn Melissa Brianna Martinez, Jailene Velasquez. Angelita Guadalupe Escalo- Molina, Josiah Emilio- Ivana Alexa Perez and Jessica Rosemond, Ashlyn Latrice dra Torres, Annette Phuon- Zermeno and William Josue Makenna Campos, Kaleb Nevaeh Michelle Mata, Yes- Alexia Carolina Velas- na, Gerardo Escamilla, Ana Gregory Montanez, Aaron Lizbeth Perez. Ross, Jared Saldivar Gaytan, ganh Tran, Derek Tran and Zometa. Campos, Kevin Joseph Cede- senia Mata, Tashjae Breasia quez, James Leon Vigne, Celia Espinosa, Nayely Yis- no, Aaron Thomas Charles Mccann, Sheila Janelle Mc- Robert Enrique Villatoro, sel Faz Urias, Gerardo An- and Bella Rein Cisneros. gee, Cindy Stephanie Medi- Kaylee My Tien Vo, Phu tonio Flores, Jessica Vanessa London Marshai Clarke, na, Jose Refugio Medina and Ngoc Thien Vu, Tatyana Flores, Sierra Yvonne Frost, Hancock staff helps out the community, students Kayla Jo’nae Coleman, Ken- Aryana Estrella Mejorado. Tanae Walker and Elias Kyle Selena Abigail Galicia, Jam- trayl D’wayne Coleman, Zoe Danielle Jenae Mendiola, Wallace. nia Loamy Garcia Carvajal Kate Cooper, Isaiah Nathan- Isaac Mendoza, Paula Men- Kate-Alexandra Kris and Juan Nathaniel Garcia. iel Correa, Alexander Chase doza, Yohander Mercado, Wang, Kaitlyn Elisabeth Adalie Garza, Sherlyn Couchman, Victoria Ann Marcus Dar’nell Millender, Webb, Maria Angelina Alexandra Gavidia, Timothy Couchman and Amy Eliza- Kaleb Nathaniel Mitchell, Wence, Jacob Marcellus Quoc Giang, Adrianna Mi- beth Cruz. Connor Austin Mohwinkel, White, Gabriel Dwayne chelle Golden, Norma Pa- Sara Elizabeth Cruz, Sar- Maria Jose Monge Her- Wright, Tyler Lee Wygant, tricia Gomez, Alyssa Darlet ah Abigail Cruz, Sofi a Victo- nandez, Madelyne Viktoria Aubrey Rose Zambrano and Gonzalez, Jaqueline Abigail ria Cruz, Colin Dung Dang, Montes, Jer’keithric Antione Antony Simon Zavala. Gonzalez, Lazarus Gonza- Hieu Vuminh Dang, Thomas Moore and Cristian Adolfo Eighth grade lez, Yaslin Alize Gonzalez, Thien Dang, Giselle Davalos, Morales. Victoria Elizabeth Acosta, Michael Tyrone Gooden, Daniel Anthony Delgado, Mario Alejandro Moreno, Nadine Ajmeere Ahmed, Eric Nevaeh Skye Govea, Joshua Raul Sebastian Diaz and Jen- Alena Amelia Morin, Ise- Ivan Alvarez, Steve Alvarez, Guerrero Ortiz and Melody ny Nhi Do. la Viviana Munoz, A’myah Abraham Raul Amaro-Di- Jade Guerrero. Deven Nathan Donato, Danielle Murray, Melody az, Taelyn Lanea Ansley, Dahira Yosemeri Gutier- Derrick Maurice Doss, Nico- Love Nabi, Oscar Alejandro Dayyani Belisa Arboleda, rez Olvera, Hassan Alejan- las Michael Edmondson, An- Navarro, Anthony Dwayne John Kevin Armenta, Jas- dro Gutierrez, Brianna Car- drea Ivonne Espinosa, Leslie Newsome, Ann Ky Anh mine Lizbette Arredondo, ey Hansel, Davion Anthony Gabrielle Espinoza, Juan Nguyen, Daniel Nguyen, Jorge Luis Arredondo, Ub- Harvey, Hailey Beth Hender- Pablo Estrada, Benjamin Daniel Long Nguyen, Dylan lester Arroyo Espinoza and son, Alexis Henriquez, Ray- Alan Evans, Hayden Thomas Thai Nguyen, Huyhoang Huy Keegan Neal Ashworth. mond Henry, Clarissa Yvette Feil and Cristian Daniel Fer- Nguyen and Landon Quang Alexa Sakeena Avila, Ava Hernandez, David Alex Her- nandez. Nguyen. Renae Ayala, Marco Antonio nandez and Elijah Zavier Nohemi Yuriko Figueroa, Lilyan Nhi Nguyen, Ryan Ayala, Aliyah Marie Barajas, Hernandez. Elyza Susana Flores, Iveth Duc Nguyen, Steven Trieu- Andre A Barrientos, Dillon Guadalupe Lizbeth Her- Operation Hancock Flores, Lyzbeth Flores, Evan Phi Nguyen, Tyler Tran Wayne Barron, Rhiannon nandez, Jazmine Fernanda Delivers was orga- Alexander Fraustro, Saman- Nguyen, Dominic Martin Or- Marie Barron, Miguel An- Hernandez, Katelyn Renee nized to deliver sack tha Gama, Sophia Abigail tiz, Enrique Ivan Ozuna Hdz, gel Bazaldua, Caitlyn Rae Hernandez and Niklas Ricar- lunches to students’ Garay, Ashlee Monique Joseph Pacheco, Janice Ste- Berkstresser, Catherine Ma- do Hernandez. homes. Above are, Garcia, Jose Hilario Garcia, pania Padilla, Mariana Lis- rie Berkstresser, Aqib Ifra- Annie Abigail Herrera left to right, Nath- Marcus Aaron Garcia, Noah beth Pantoja, Samuel Pare- him Bhatti, Michelle Lorena Welchez, Mauricio Herre- alie Almanza, Vale- Heinz Garcia, Laci Janae des, Ingrid Berenice Pasasin, Blanchard and Christian Di- ra, Pedro Angel Herrera, ria Muñoz, Claudia Garrett and Christina Garza. Nathan Alexander Pavalonis, dier Boijseauneau. Kendra Denise Hopkins, Paredes and Mayte Noah Seth Gaytan, Cam- Andrick Elian Perez and Bel- Kendall Gisele Brown, Mia Alejandra Horton, Lara Almanza. Shown eron Jonathan Gilbert, Jacque la Grace Perez. Robresha Nicole Brown, Khanh Huynh, Elliyah Ja’nay right, left to right, Rose Giron, Marcus Alexan- Erin Jean Raizza Perez, Ashley Summer Brown- Jackson, Kiera Diane Jack- are Celena Bustos, der Gomez, Ariana Celeste Jocelyn Perez, Sofi a Leonor Klawuhn, Thomas Lucas son, Kyra Nadine Jackson, Alexis Carranza, Gonzales, David Gonza- Perez, Jaden Duy Pham, Bustamante, Alayna Nicole George Alexander Juarez and Christopher Car- les, Alexa Gonzalez, Jadon Thu Minh Pham, Phung Calvillo, Gabriella Campo, Alexis Amina Kamal. ranza and Claudia Christopher Gonzalez, Jiselle Kim Phan, Elizabeth Pineda, Jacqueline Alazaye Canales, Jaidyn Grayce Kelley, Anh Hancock Elementary staff became involved in the com- Perez with some Alexia Gonzalez, Tania Ce- Samuel Pineda, Alexander Kaitlynn Rae Cantu, Amy Nhat Ky, An Nguyen Hong Le, munity to help students adjust to school after Hurricane sack lunches. leste Gonzalez and Natalie James Pleger, Nicholas Mi- Thuy Cao, Ricky Cao and Kayla-An Vy Le, Mandy Le, Harvey. Shown above, left to right, are (front row) Dana Photos submitted Ariel Graciano. chael Ponce, Thessaly Kyoko Sean Anthony Carmouche. Nhi Hoang Le, Diego Javier Monares Nevarez, Aiden Heredia, Ximena Espinoza, Kevin Alexander Guzman, Quintana and Clarissa Grace Joshua George Raymond Leanos, Laci Michelle Leija, Viviana Gamez, Joaquin Ramirez, (back row) Antonio Talayia Lamaya Hall, Taylor Ramirez. Carter, Cristian David Casas, Kevin Charles Lewis, Brandon Gonzalez, Abbie Hernandez, Veronica Sandoval and Laneece Hart, Jack Henry Yanet Michelle Ramirez, Ashley Castellanos, William Armand Liceaga, Alana Alysa- Richard Sandoval with packs of bottled water that were Hartley, Ravin Leann Harvey, Felicity Jean Resendez, Ja- Alexander Castillo, Antho- beth Livingston and Kimberly delivered by Faust Company to the campus. Martin Hernandez Huerta, cob Anthony Reyna, Daniel ny Rey Castro, Brandon Lizardopuebla. Elizabeth Marie Hernandez, Andrew Rice, Fynnlan Isaiah Roy Cates, Izabella Xotchil Azzael Alejandro Lopez, Emma Rai Hernandez, Fer- Ridge, Ezequiel Rivera, Fabi- Cavazos, Alani Eloisa Chapa, Elissa Joely Lopez, Natalie Ensemble puts Texas composers on center stage nando Alexis Hernandez, an Alexander Rodriguez, Jer- Alyssa Brianna Chapman, Escobar Lopez, Xavier Cu- Marianna Hernandez and emiah Angel Rodriguez, Luis Joe Kevin Chicas, Lydia Ale- auhtemoc Lopez, Gabriela The Bayou Theater at semble for the fi rst time on as New Music Ensemble mance at the Bayou The- is to address the “stigma” Moses Kevin Houston. Ernesto Rodriguez, Manuel na Chicas, Naphat Kl Chim- Nicole Lozano, Jadelyn Jew- University of Houston-Clear Saturday, Oct. 21, at 7:30 “is dedicated to the enrich- ater. “This is only the second he feels might be attached Chesyamen Jean Howard, Rodriguez and Jacob Alexan- jun, Dalyza Elisia Cisneros el Luna, Hailey Ann Macha- Lake will turn its spotlight p.m. ment of Texas communities time we’ve performed these to being a composer from on the Texas New Music En- Founded in 2013, Tex- through the performance of works,” he said. “Every con- Texas. “It seems that people contemporary music created cert is different. But for the don’t think of Texas as being by Texas composers and per- Bayou Theater, we will use a part of the country where South Belt names October VIPs State committee formed by Texas musicians,” four musicians – a fl autist, a new compositions in classi- founder Chad Robinson said. violinist, a cellist and a clar- cal music are happening,” he “We’re very excited about inetist,” he said. said. “It’s not the case, and to chat hurricane our fi rst performance at the “One composer creat- I hope people will see that Bayou Theater,” Robinson ed his own computer soft- after they come to a Texas Recently Rep. Dennis and ensure governance struc- said. “There are some in- ware for a piece with the New Music Ensemble per- Paul attended the House tures and parameters allow credible composers in Texas bass clarinet. He actually formance.” Committee on Appropria- for effective responses. and it’s great to give them a recorded himself singing To purchase tickets online tions hearing in Houston, Additionally, the House platform.” and when the bass clarinet for Texas New Music Ensem- which began discussions to Committee on Natural Re- Robinson said the En- plays certain notes, the soft- ble, visit www.uhcl.edu/bay examine the use of federal sources is examining the semble had commissioned ware is triggered and plays ou-theater/events-tickets. At funds by state agencies re- following issues within the fi ve works, all from Hous- his vocal accompaniment.” the door, adult tickets are sponding to the effects of committee's jurisdiction re- ton-based composers, for Robinson added that one of $20 and UHCL student tick- Hurricane Harvey and iden- garding Harvey and fl ooding their upcoming perfor- his goals for the ensemble ets are $12. tify opportunities to maxi- in general: the role of re- mize the use of federal funds gional entities in developing to reduce the impact of fu- projects to control fl ooding, ture natural disasters. both through new infrastruc- UHCL announces calendar The committee also dis- ture and enhancing existing The University of Hous- Abstract artists’ portfolio and internet connectivity, cussed the importance to infrastructure; mitigation ef- ton-Clear Lake has an- on display through Oct. 20 managing and securing net- identify the need for state re- forts that would reduce the nounced its upcoming calen- Learn about the history work devices at the Univer- sources to respond to Harvey impact of future fl ood events, dar of events. of abstract art in the United sity of Houston-Clear Lake’s relief and recovery efforts, as and strategies to fund those Careers in human States through the work of Cyber Security Institute. well as opportunities for state efforts; and the response of resources American Abstract Artists, a The course takes place investment in infrastructure public entities that own or Discover many career op- New York organization ded- Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. projects that will reduce the operate dams to large-scale tions that are available in the icated to providing an outlet 20-21, Oct. 27-28 and Nov. impact of future natural di- rain events, including how fi eld of human resources with for abstract art. The exhibi- 3-4, and Nov. 10-11 in the sasters. such entities make decisions University of Houston-Clear tion runs through Oct. 20 at Delta Building, room 201, This week the House regarding dam and reser- Lake Career Services. the UHCL Art Gallery in the 2700 Bay Area Blvd. Committee on Public Edu- voir operations during such South Belt Elementary School has announced its VIPs kari, Giselle Tran, Melody Ramirez, (third row) David On Oct. 19 from 5 to 7 Bayou Building, 2700 Bay It is the third part of the cation met to determine, to events, coordinate with state for October. The students were chosen by their teach- Melchor, Alayna Rodriguez, Trent Edwards, Gabe Lau- p.m., a panel of industry Area Blvd. four-session Network Man- the extent possible, the scope and local emergency man- ers based on their ability to display the character trait rila, Emma Stone, Andres Lopez, Gabi Ramirez, Manu- professionals will be present The exhibition is open agement and Security certifi - of fi nancial losses, including agement offi cials, and com- of the month, Friendship. Shown are, left to right, el Sanchez, (fourth row) Kareli Garza, Katelinh Moore, in the Garden Room of the Monday-Thursday, 9 a.m. to cate program. The fee for the facilities, that resulted from municate with the public. (front row) Sophia Peters, Daniella Gonzales, Estefa- Juliana Perez, Jayda Stewart, Aniyah Fulton, Samantha Bayou Building to share ex- 6 p.m. and Friday 9 a.m. to course is $1,300 and includes Harvey. Paul has submitted an in- nia Rodriguez, Alexavier Rodriguez, Alaina Melchor, Trevino, (back row) Richsmond Huynh, Jessica Moise, periences, offer advice and noon. For more information, instructional materials. The committee hopes to terim charge request to the Noah St. Ange, Max Hernandez (second row) Brooklyn Madelyn Espisoto, Kayla Akinfenwa and Mia Bella answer questions for those contact Art Gallery Director For more information recommend possible state offi ce of Speaker Joe Straus Coronado, Jayden Jimenez, EJ Reynolds, Maham Bu- Garza. Photo by Lakitha Green attending. The event is aimed Jeff Bowen at 281-283-3376 on this course, visit the Cy- actions, such as changes to for a study on multi-county at current students, but any- or visit www.uhcl.edu/art-gal ber Security Institute at student counts or proper- watershed drainage in coordi- one interested is welcome to lery. www.uhcl.edu/cyber-securi ty valuation, to mitigate any nation with this initial charge attend. Cyber Security Institute: ty-institute. DPS highlights school bus safety efforts negative impact on districts to the committee. For more information, network routing / switching Seminar on Women’s and contact UHCL Career Ser- Learn about Cisco’s rout- Gender Studies In conjunction with Na- have a safe trip to and from the law could face fi nes as intervening space or physical vices, 2700 Bay Area Blvd. ing and switching technology Explore facets of wom- tional School Bus Safety school is a commitment the much as $1,250. barrier, only motorists travel- Nonprofi t reimburse at 281-283-2590 or vis- in hands-on labs that demon- en’s and gender studies – in- Week (Oct. 16-20), the Texas Texas Education Agency In 2016 and year to date in ing in the same direction as it www.uhcl.edu/careerser strate concepts such as imple- cluding feminism, disability, Department of Public Safety shares with the Texas De- 2017, Texas Highway Patrol the bus are required to stop. vices. menting local area networks Continued on Page 4A is urging Texans to comply partment of Public Safety,” Troopers have issued 1,100 As a reminder, school buses, deadline approaches with laws prohibiting drivers said Texas Commissioner citations and 573 warnings by law, must stop at all rail- Texas nonprofi t agencies Return form to: TDEMrecov WINNER BEST ROOFING COMPANY IN BAY AREA from passing school buses. of Education Mike Morath. for passing a stopped school road crossings. and organizations seeking re- [email protected]. During this period, DPS “We commend the dedica- bus. Here are several safety imbursement for Hurricane Submission of the reim- Highway Patrol Troopers will tion of our Texas Highway According to Texas stat- measures drivers can take to Harvey expenses have until 5 bursement request notifi es the Spring Call be looking for drivers who Patrol, as well as local law ute, a driver – traveling in ei- help keep children safer: p.m. Oct. 31 to submit requests State and FEMA that the ap- Specials Now! violate the law. It is illegal enforcement, during Nation- ther direction on a roadway – • When driving in school to the Texas Division of Emer- plicant has sustained damage to pass any school bus that is al School Bus Safety week must stop when approaching zones, watch out for student gency Management. caused by the hurricane and its stopped and operating a visu- and throughout the year in a school bus that is stopped pedestrians; Eligible applicants are re- aftermath. Infrastructure repair al signal – either fl ashing red working to keep our students and operating a visual signal. • Slow down and watch for imbursed for disaster-related reimbursement is not for indi- lights or a stop sign. safe.” The driver may not proceed children congregating near costs for emergency response, viduals or families. They may 5 Year Labor “Motorists should always During National School until one of the following oc- bus stops; debris removal and perma- be eligible for help through Warranty be alert and practice safe Bus Safety Week, Troopers curs: the school bus resumes • Look for children who nent work such as repairs or FEMA’s Individual Assistance driving habits when trav- in many areas will be riding motion; the operator is sig- might dart into the street replacement of schools, roads, program. eling near school buses or on or following school buses naled by the bus driver to without checking for traffi c; bridges and other public in- For more information on anywhere school children to catch motorists who break proceed; or the visual signal • Know and obey the traf- frastructure. The federal cost- Hurricane Harvey and Texas • Vinyl gather, including bus stops,” the law. is no longer activated. fi c laws regarding school bus- share for all categories of Pub- recovery, visit the Hurricane Kevin Dalley ’76 Dobie Grad • Hardi Board said DPS Director Steven Because children are par- If a road is divided only es in Texas. lic Assistance is 90 percent. Harvey web page at www. Chris Dalley ‘79 Dobie Grad Siding McCraw. “Texas parents can ticularly vulnerable when by a left-turning lane, drivers According to the Texas To download the RPA form, fema.gov/disaster/4332, the rest assured that DPS will not entering or exiting a school on both sides of the roadway Education Agency, more than visit https://grants.dps.texas. FEMA Harvey Facebook tolerate those who recklessly bus, Troopers will also be pa- must stop for school buses 42,000 school buses transport gov/site/PA.cfm and click on page, the @FEMARegion6 endanger children by ignor- trolling areas where school with alternating red fl ashing approximately 1.5 million Forms, or contact the TDEM Twitter account and the Texas 281-481-9683 ing the law.” buses pick up and drop off lights activated. However, if Texas children every school district coordinator. All infor- Division of Emergency Man- “Ensuring our students students. Drivers who violate the lanes are separated by an day. mation must be completed. agement website. REPLACEMENT & STORM WINDOWS Page 4 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 19, 2017 Gulfhaven offers relief A hurricane distribution center is open at Gulfhaven Over The Back Fence by Alexis Griffi n joins SJC Adventist Community Church, 10716 Sabo Road. For in- formation, contact Jean Hagen at 713-562-4580. Bay Area Singles sets dance The Bay Area Singles Club monthly dance will be Oct. 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the VFW Lodge, 5204 Highway 3, in Dick- BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR KAY Santos celebrates the day. to its Facebook friends who celebrate a birth- inson. Attendees are invited to bring snacks to share. The cost is Best wishes for a wonderful birthday are Bush Elementary day this week: $7 for members and $9 for nonmembers. For information, call sent Oct. 21 to Kay Barbour, South Belt- Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to Thursday, Oct. 19: Craig Stephens, Don 832-483-3257 or 281-484-4762. Ellington Chamber of Commerce director and Laurentina Saucedo Oct. 20. Whited, Charlie Pistone, Pat Perez and Sagemont Civic Club president, from friends Frazier Elementary Jesse Salazar; Friday, Oct. 20: Trina Gibson, and staff at the Leader. Send a birthday greeting Oct. 24 to Charity Wendy Day, Barbara Kippley, Kathleen ENJOY YOUR BIRTHDAY, SANDRA! Boone. O’Connor, Judi Watts, Jennifer Chavez Judge Risner Golf South Belt resident Sandra Yandell cel- Meador Elementary and Trey Sanchez; Saturday, Oct. 21: Mindy ebrates a birthday Monday, Oct. 23. She is Light the birthday candles Oct. 20 for Homann, Craig Funni, Adam Serna, Randal wished a wonderful day from her family and Aimee Espinoza. Ashlock, John Cole, Lacey Priddy, Tiffany Tournament set her friends at the Leader. Moore Elementary Pineda, Eddie Youngs and Robert Fortson; The Judge George Risner along with a fajita dinner will FRED CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY Send a birthday greeting Oct. 20 to Rod Sunday, Oct. 22: Craig Tyer, Jamie Nevarez, Golf Tournament will be Fri- be held at 6 p.m. Fred Flickinger enjoys a birthday Monday, Whitehurst. Blow out the birthday candles Rachel McNeill, Rebecca Wagner, Crystal day, Nov. 3, at the River Ter- The cost is $125 per play- Oct. 23. Wishes for a wonderful day are sent for Cade Robeson Oct. 23. Send a warm Bryson, Stacey Glass, Kimberly Gale and race Golf Course, 16777 Wal- er which includes golf, half by wife Leslie; daughter Kimberly; daugh- birthday greeting Oct. 24 to Ann Settlow. Jonny Heitman; Monday, Oct. 23: Mike lisville Road. cart, greens fee and drinks ter Courtney and husband Chris Durham Melillo Middle School Jimenez, Jose Polido, Jennifer Garcia, Tee times will be 8 a.m. (two tickets per player). and their children, Abigail and Jackson; Blow out the birthday candles Oct. 24 for Kelly Kasselman, Johnny Smithers, Terry and 1 p.m. There will be a There are sponsorship op- brother David (Leader president), wife Ellie Stephen Rios. Fechner, Nora Martinez, Toni Martinez, continental breakfast held at portunities. To register, vis- Flickinger and their daughter Natalie, hus- Beverly Hills Intermediate Vicki Sue, Damon Schwerdtfeger, Jared 7:30 a.m. and a lunch held it www.judgerisner.com/ser band Jose Abarca and children Kelvin Anastasia Payne celebrates a birthday Hooker, Melissa Guerrero, Ruben Salazar, at noon. The prize awards, vices.html. Lopez, Noah and Isabella Abarca; and Oct. 20. Vicki Brunson-Browning, Rosanna Luna parents Marie (Leader owner) and David Thompson Intermediate and Janna Horst; Tuesday, Oct. 24: Stacey UHCL sets events Flickinger. Edward Ashmawee and Naoreen Shafi Lindsey, Tyra Chopa, Rolf Michelson, Continued from Page 3A brary, 2700 Bay Area Blvd. SCHOOL DAZE celebrate a birthday Oct. 20. Gregory Quincey Cole, Julia Ferrell, Barry Fuller, human rights, activism, do- This lecture will offer an op- The following personnel and staff mem- Siegrist marks a birthday Oct. 25. Marilyn Ramirez; and Wednesday, Oct. mestic violence, immigra- portunity to engage with facul- bers of the Pasadena Independent School Dobie High 25: Kim Clardy, Sybil Scott, Chloe Cantu, tion and more – in a series of ty outside of the classroom and District celebrate birthdays Oct. 19 through The day for a triple-layer cake for Rakiem Michael Crawford, Linda Bergeron and lectures led by faculty from learn some of the same mate- Oct. 25. Rowland, Dorothy Simmons and Paul Andreis Benefi eld. University of Houston-Clear rial taught to UHCL students. Atkinson Elementary Sinski is Oct. 19. Oct. 22 is the day for a cel- LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Lake’s College of Human Sci- The series is free and open to Jana Childs enjoys a day of celebration ebration for Christopher Ferguson. Lanita Send an email to mynews@south ences and Humanities. the public. Refreshments pro- Oct. 19. Send a birthday greeting Oct. 20 to Simmons and Gregory Steen share a birth- beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line The last lecture in this se- vided. For more information, Liavette Peralta. Sing a happy birthday song day Oct. 25. for notices on birthday, anniversary, vacation, ries takes place Oct. 25, 4 to contact Associate Professor of to Nora Freeman Oct. 25. FACEBOOK FRIENDS congratulations, etc. 5:30 p.m. in the Bayou Build- Humanities Shreerekha Subra- Burnett Elementary CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS Items must be submitted by Friday noon for ing’s Alfred R. Neumann Li- manian at 281-283-3430. Join in the birthday fun Oct. 21 as Nichole The Leader sends happy birthday wishes the next week’s publication. Jim Griffi n, San Jacinto College associate vice chan- cellor/senior vice president for the petrochemical training division, brings more than 30 years of expe- rience in the petrochemical manufacturing industry Upcoming area voting issues identifi ed to the college. Photo by Jeannie Peng Mansyur Continued from Page 1A may enter a judgment “The constitutional amend- legislative authority to will hold fi ve bond elec- at 10851 Scarsdale and Highway in Pasadena and amendment authorizing holding the statute uncon- ment authorizing the leg- permit credit unions and tions, including Proposi- Beamer. The new site re- the Freeman Branch Li- the legislature to require a stitutional.” islature to provide for an other fi nancial institutions tion A, which would pro- placed the polling location brary at 16616 Diana Lane Griffi n brings court to provide notice to Proposition 5 reads exemption from ad valor- to award prizes by lot to vide more than $1 billion at the International Broth- in the Clear Lake area. the attorney general of a “The constitutional amend- em taxation of all or part promote savings.” for pension obligations. erhood of Electrical Work- Polling hours are 8 a.m. experience to SJC challenge to the constitu- ment on professional of the market value of the For more information For more information ers (IBEW) Hall No. 66 to 4:30 p.m. through Oct. Jim Griffi n joins San Ja- (EHCMA). “This is why asso- tionality of a state statute sports team charitable residence homestead of on the proposals, visit on the city proposals, visit on Allen Genoa that was 27; 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Oct. cinto College as associate ciate degrees and certifi cates and authorizing the legis- foundations conducting the surviving spouse of https://www.votetexas. http://www.houstontx.gov formerly the nearest place 28; 1 to 6 p.m. on Oct. 29; vice chancellor / senior vice are even more important in lature to prescribe a wait- charitable raffl es.” a fi rst responder who is gov/voting/constitution /2017election.html. for South Belt residents to and 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Oct. president for the petrochem- today’s petrochemical indus- ing period before the court Proposition 6 reads killed or fatally injured in al-amedments/2017-con Polling locations cast their early votes. 30 through Nov. 3. ical training division. try. The business is a lot more the line of duty.” stitutional-amendment- South Belt residents Other nearby early vot- For more information In his new position, Griffi n technical and sophisticated Bay Area Genealogical Proposition 7 reads ballot-language.html. may once again utilize the ing locations include the or to see a complete list oversees the curriculum and than ever before. Degrees help “The constitutional City of Houston new early voting location Kyle Chapman Activity of polling locations, visit instruction of the college’s employees grow to become amendment relating to The City of Houston at the Harris County annex Center at 7340 Spencer www.harrisvotes.org. petrochemical-related train- the next supervisors.” Society to meet ing programs, as well as the Griffi n began his career in The Bay Area Genealogical Society invites everyone Fri- development of the upcom- petrochemical manufacturing day, Oct. 27, to hear David Gardiner as he presents “Reading ing Center for Petrochemical, as an environmental, health Between the Lines, an in-depth look at UK census records.” Energy, and Technology, set and safety engineer in Illi- Gardiner volunteers as a research assistant at the League Atkinson students master STARR test scores to open in 2019. One of his nois, following completion City Family History Center. fi rst goals as associate vice of his master’s degree the- Meet-and-greet starts at 6:30 p.m. and the program begins chancellor / senior vice pres- sis on chlorine handling and at 7 p.m. in the chapel at University Baptist Church, 16106 ident is to ensure that all pet- application safety. He is the Middlebrook Drive. For more information, go to www.TxBa rochemical training program past chairman of the board yAreaGen.org or call Kim Zrubek at 281-992-2636. curriculum at the college for EHCMA and has served meets the expectations of hir- in a variety of key roles at ing managers throughout the chemical plants, including region’s chemical plants. corporate director and plant Wings Over Houston Griffi n said he looks for- manager. Before joining San ward to expanding on the part- Jacinto College, he was vice nerships that the college has president of manufacturing show this weekend established with petrochem- for Dianal America, a Mit- Continued from Page 1A U.S. Coast Guard HC-130H ical companies as the Texas subishi Chemical Company. ored guests include Lt. Col. search and rescue plane and Gulf Coast region experiences He has also served as manu- Dick Cole, Clarence E. more. tremendous growth with the facturing director and in a va- “Bud” Anderson, Col. Dean The RE/MAX Skydiving construction of mega plants. riety of leadership positions Caswell, Col. Joe McPhail, Team will open the show, “I can honestly say that with PolyOne Corp. Capt. Royce Williams, Brig. bringing the American and the partnerships and collab- “Preparing a workforce Gen. Steve Ritchie, Maj.Ter- Texas fl ags to the crowd oration between San Jacinto in one of the world’s largest ry Pappas, Col. Jerry Ross during the National Anthem. College and the local pet- petrochemical manufacturing and many others. Precision Exotics will also rochemical industry are the regions requires strong part- Other performances and bring a collection of exot- strongest I’ve ever seen, and nerships with industry lead- activities will include the ic vehicles to the tarmac for I’m excited to be a part of ers,” said Dr. Brenda Helly- Vietnam War Tribute featur- display. Aerobatic pilot Elias this,” said Griffi n, who also er, chancellor of San Jacinto ing F-4 Phantom II, F-100 Corey of Suzuki Airshows serves as chairman of the College. “Jim Griffi n is one Super Sabre, MiG-17, A-4 will perform both in the air board for the Economic Alli- of those leaders and brings Skyhawk, Huey Cobra and and on the ground, utilizing ance Houston Port Region. with him a wealth of knowl- Skyraider 02, as well as Suzuki’s full range of mo- Griffi n brings more than edge and experience gained ground action by re-enactors torcycles. The custom-built 30 years of experience in the from a variety of areas within from the 6th Cavalry of the Shockwave Jet Truck, pow- petrochemical manufactur- the petrochemical industry. National U.S. Forces Muse- ered by three massive J34-48 ing industry to the college. We welcome him to our col- um and others. Pratt & Whitney jet engines, He has experienced the many lege and our team as we take The show will also feature will scream down the runway changes in workforce de- the next big step in workforce vintage aircraft performing at chilling speeds. mands of the petrochemical training with the building of and on display from various Before the airshow starts, industry and the increased the Center for Petrochemical, units of the Commemorative Texas City Radio Control need for workers with de- Energy, and Technology.” Air Force, Lone Star Flight Club will demonstrate scale grees and certifi cates. Griffi n holds a bachelor’s Museum, Vietnam War Flight model radio-controlled air- “The standards are higher degree in industrial educa- Museum, Lewis Collection, craft. now, and that’s a good thing tion and a master’s degree Cavanaugh Flight Museum Members of reenactment because this is a global busi- in safety and environmental and Collings Foundation. To and historical organizations Atkinson Elementary students recently received medals for master- Hoang, Sarah Soto, Jesus Santos, (third row) Zarrean Barrientez, Jes- ness,” said Griffi n, who has study from the University of see all these aircraft up close set up camp, complete with ing scores on the 2016-2017 STAAR test. Students earned mastered se Nunez, Yuliana Zambrano, Hannah Pham, Jacob Sanchez, Yaretzi served as a spokesperson for Wisconsin-Stout. His family and on the ground, arrive at authentic military vehicles, scores in either math, reading or writing. Some students mastered Arredondo Guillermo Fernandez, Diana Armenta, (fourth row) John legislative affairs, workforce includes wife, Patty Griffi n; 8 a.m. and go to the warbird equipment and uniforms. in more than one subject and some mastered in all subjects. Shown, Medel, Cristian Monge, Mark Mata, Andres Valdez, Daniel Carrera, and economic growth on be- and their two daughters, re- ramp. The area is always Other on-the-ground high- left to right, are (front row) Rolando Salinas, Tatiana Franks, David Cynthia Pineda, Victoria Torres, (fi fth row) Edgar Orozco, Victor Me- half of the East Harris Coun- cent Texas A&M University open until 10 a.m. but often lights include food, merchan- Garcia, Kaily Chavira, (second row) Dayami Cervantes, Lillyen Spell, jia, Thao Ta, Khang Truong, Vicente Garcia, Gwendolyn Jones, Daya- ty Manufacturers Association graduates Casey and Alex. stays open as late as 10:30 or dise booths, a children’s car- Emiliano Rivera, Emily Tang, Miranda Medel, Chloe Nguyen, Trinity na Serrano and Alejandro Sauceda. Photo by Karen O’Connor 11 a.m., depending on show nival area, aircraft simulators Precious Memories scheduling. and more. A large assembly of mod- Fans are encouraged to Are your photos trapped in your digital devices, ern and vintage military air- bring nonperishable food scattered in shoeboxes, or bound in sticky albums? craft will be on static display items for donation to the Remember When • Scan photos, negatives, slides, scrapbooks & albums all day, including the special- Houston Food Bank, as it • Organize digital images ized EA-18G Growler, reli- continues to provide disaster 40 years ago (1977) roads, $1.25 million for a sonnel at the scene of a fi re patient, was picked up from in 10 of 11 years. • Create Legacy & Memory books able B-52 Stratofortress, the relief to people affected by Finalists for homecoming county court annex and $2.6 at 706 Old Genoa Red Bluff Tender Touch Assisted Liv- 5 years ago (2012) Let Precious Memories help you go from massive C-17 Globemaster Hurricane Harvey. queen at J. Frank Dobie High million in parks develop- Road. ing, located in a house in the Andre Demont Thomp- chaos and clutter to organized and accessible. III cargo plane, the multi-role For more information or to School were Lisa Bartlett, ment. Dr. Jim Horton, chancel- 11400 block of Meadow Joy son, 24, a suspect who was F-16C Fighting Falcon, the purchase tickets, visit www. Sandy Bond and Sherri Whit- 25 years ago (1992) lor of San Jacinto College for in Highland Meadow, by a arrested, was charged with 346-410-0323 [email protected] impressive AH-64 Apache wingsoverhouston.com or nah. University of Texas offi - seven years, resigned from bus for a doctor’s appoint- the murder of Thomas Wil- attack helicopter, the huge call 888-4-FLYSHOW. Teddy Washington, Al cials were publicly voicing his position as chancellor ment. Shortly after seeing liams Jr. in the 178th State Burton, Billy Whiteshoes opposition to the Environ- after accepting a position as the doctor, Ross, who uses District Court. According Largest selection of Johnson and Conway Hay- mental Protection Agency’s vice chancellor for the High- a walker, left the lobby and to police, Williams, 15, was wigs in Texas! man from the Houston Oilers plans for excavation and in- er Colleges of Technology in vanished, only to be found playing basketball at the Malone to speak FEATURING spoke at Sagemont Baptist cineration of toxic chemicals the United Arab Emirates. later that day and taken to Green Arbor apartment com- Church. adjacent to the Southbend 10 years ago (2007) Methodist Hospital. Gloria plex, located at 10601 Sabo, ESTETICA at NASA Aglow 35 years ago (1982) subdivision. A 72-year-old man was Imo, owner of Tender Touch, when he and Thompson got DESIGNS James Etienne, 17, was Actor Ed Begley Jr. vis- fatally shot at a grocery did not report Ross missing into an argument. At one WIGS & EXTENSIONS RAQUEL WELCH™ SIGNATURE COLLECTION Visit NASA Aglow and On July 6, 2012 Malone handed a 60-day sentence ited the South Belt area and store in the 10900 block of until the next evening, saying point, Thompson allegedly OF WIGS & The Right BRA, HAIR ADDITIONS hear as Judith Malone shares fl atlined in an emergency room for possession of drugs after spent most of one day touring Scarsdale near Beamer in an she was unaware of the situa- produced a pistol and shot The Right Form! by JODEE this resurrection story at Praise and was intubated for three being arrested at Dobie High the Brio site. apparent carjacking. Baldey tion. Williams several times. Wil- Caring Fitters Trained & Certified Becky’s School. 20 years ago (1997) Sharma was waiting in his The proposal to construct liams, a sophomore at Dobie, to Help With All Your After Chapel on Thursday, Nov. 9 at days during which she experi- 125 E. Galveston Street 9:30 a.m. Coffee at 9 a.m. enced the fullness of His Pres- Bill Brawn, Dobie’s band Evoking Texas legisla- vehicle while his wife fi n- two new low-income apart- was pronounced dead at the Breast Surgery Needs. Great selection of League City Malone has been married ence unlike anything she has director, and C. J. Leslie, Do- tion, the Pasadena Indepen- ished shopping around 9 p.m. ment complexes in the area scene. Police say further in- Mastectomy Swimsuits 281-332-6407 35 years and shares the love ever known before. bie’s choral director, handed dent School District board when he was approached by drew the concern of many vestigation and witness state- of Jesus in her marriage, home Malone is working along- in their resignation to the of trustees ruled a Dobie stu- two young men. Witnesses community leaders. The ments identifi ed Thompson and community. side her daughter in complet- PISD trustees. Brawn report- dent expelled over a shotgun said one of the men opened projects in question were as the suspect in this case. The mother of two grown ing their manuscript of walk- edly resigned to accept a po- possession should be able to fi re and drove off in Sharma’s the 252-unit Regency Park He was arrested without inci- children, she was given the ing with God and fulfi lling his sition with a different district. graduate with his class. 2002 Nissan Maxima, while Apartments to be located dent. privilege of growing up in a destiny for one’s life. 30 years ago (1987) Daniel Gonzalez, 19, was the other fl ed on foot toward at Beltway 8 at Southdown 1 year ago (2016) Spirit-fi lled home. NASA Aglow meets at 9:30 Stephanie Sherman was charged with the shooting Astoria. Within two hours Trace Trail near Conklin and Joyce Abbey was named Malone sought the Lord a.m. on the second Thursday of crowned Dobie’s homecom- death of 18-year-old Carlos of the shooting, his car was the 240-unit Villas at Shaver the Clear Creek Independent and a relationship with him at every month at Praise Chapel, ing queen. Salmeron in an incident at found torched at Scales Park located at 3301 S. Shaver. School District’s 2016 Citizen an early age. She taught nu- 18615 Hwy 3, Webster. From Some $27 million of the the 12300 block of the Gulf near Loop 610 and Highway The Clear Creek Indepen- of the Year. A graduate from merous Bible studies, served I-45 south, turn east on NASA county’s proposed bond issue Freeway. 288. dent School District was the Clear Creek High School, in leadership with Aglow In- Road 1 and go to the Hwy. 3 was earmarked for improve- 15 years ago (2002) A local assisted living fa- largest school district in Tex- Abbey is a well-known advo- ternational, as Lighthouse exit. ments that would directly Houston Fire Department cility was temporarily shut as to receive a Recognized cate for the advancement of president, board vice president At that intersection, turn left affect the South Belt area. had at least 12 engine compa- down after failing to report rating by the Texas Education STEM (science, technology, of ministry development, and and the church is on the left Among those improvements nies, a safety offi cer, a district the disappearance of one Agency. CCISD was also the engineering and mathemat- U.S. South Central Regional about 1 block. Call 281-910- were $7.6 million in fl ood chief, a rehab vehicle, EMS of its patients. Mary Ross, only school district in Texas ics) programming in public generations leader. 1971 for more information. control, $15.8 million in units and other support per- a 77-year-old Alzheimer’s to hold the Recognized rating education. Thursday, October 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Beverly Hills Intermediate announces honor roll for first six weeks Beverly Hills Intermediate nando Julian Flores, Kait- an Klien Mcdonald, Daisy Tyler Vanek, Alan Vargas, Sa- ette Hatten-Pool, Andres Se- Reyna, Janelle Shenea Rich- Cole Scott, Alexis Marie Melecio Torres. Vences, Thaly Angela Venc- has announced its honor roll lynn Flores, Roberto Flores, Rayna Mcgarrity, Zacha- mantha Reese Vela and David bastian Hernandez, Avelina ard, Laura Rios and Natalie Segovia, Jazmine Elizabeth Dylan James Torres, es, Venerable O. Villanueva, for the fi rst six weeks. Camren Lakeith Fowler, Les- ry Pierce Mckenzie, Iliana Vidal. Unique Hernandez, Domi- Danae Rios. Segovia, Roselin Serrano, Eleezabeth Consuelo Torres, Kamila Villarreal, Jimmy Vo, Seventh grade lie Yasmine Fraga, Yesenia Carey-Nagir Mealey, Julissa Valarie Naomi Villa, Ab- nique Rae Hernandez, Jona- Xavier William Ritter, De’monte’ Kejuan Seymore, Jose Alejandro Torres, Va- Melanie-Tu Thi Vo, Hailey Elih Samuel Acevedo, Jor- Franco, Matia Elise Franklin, Melenciano, Douglas Edgar- igail Villafana, Khang Bao than Isaac Hernandez, Nayeli Keasia Dior Robinson, Josh- Amira Ni’kkole Shephard, nessa Elizabeth Torres, Eric Hien Vu, Kathleen Quynh di Ariel Acosta, Joshua Gael Tristan Maximillian Fuent- do Melendez, Jacob Antho- Vo, Natalie Anh Thu Vo, Dil- Hernandez, Rodolfo Hernan- ua Hemanuel Rodriguez, Darius Terrell Shorter and Quy Tran, Tracy Tram Tran, Vu, Ngan Thi Kim Vu, Ojany Aguilar, Andres Francisco es, Alysia Aralyn Galvan and ny Mikulski, De’shun Ray lon Hoang-Long Vu, Khoi dez, Susan Yvette Hernandez, Lizbeth Rodriguez, Xavier Jaqueline Juliett Silva. Vanessa Van Thanh Tran, Vi- Markel Walters, Aalycia Le- Aguirre, Evelyn Alexis Agu- Alejandro Gama. Minnifi eld, Felipe Jonathan Tran Viet Vu, Ariana Leaiy Genevieve Francis Herrera, Matthew Rodriguez, Abigail Travis Bethea Small- olet Tuong Vy Tran, Alejan- lani-Qui Warren and Mikesha irre, Lizeth Aguirre, Kaylin Emily Marie Gaona, Jes- Miranda, Jasmine Priscilla Walls, Joel Anthony Ward, Bryson Travelle Hicks, Phuc Nadine Rosas, Khloey Nikole Jones, Jamie Marissa Smith, dro Trevino, Julian Trevino, Teaira Washington. Christina Alexander Hamil- se-James Garcia, Andres Da- Mokarzel, Marilyn Lisbeth Samantha Nycole Wilkerson, Nguyen Thien Hoang, Sarri- Rowe, Angelica Rubio, Angel Chelsey Xitlalyc Sosa, Adri- Gisela Trigueros, Kailey Ji- Amber Joslyn Webster, ton, Paloma Alvarado, Carlos vid Garcia Covarrubia, Artu- Montalvo and Andrea Nicole Deazhia Denee Williams, onna Karina Hobbs and Erriel Fabian Saenz, Saul Salazar an Luke Soto, Destiny Eu- anne Tsikis, Kevin Ricardo Nikole Kimberly Ann Wel- Eduardo Alvarenga, Kather- ro Leonel Garcia Gonzalez, Montano. Derrick Jermaine Woodley, Cimone Hollis. Reyes, Marsai Celeste Sala- nique Stewart, Terranie Ja- Turcios, Jose Isaac Valladares come, Marjzir Enaz Whitlor, ine Daniela Alvarez Benitez, Gracie Gloria Garcia Turner, Victoria Nicole Montano, Abigail Alicia Yanez, Devon Taelyn Neshae Hudson, zar, Paris Nicole Saldarriaga dair Stubblefi eld, Kevin Duy Guzman and Kristal Monser- Xavier Zion Williams, Dan- John Anthony Ezeqeel Amos, Alyza Marie Garcia, Ariana Nathaniel Karmyn Monte- Averill Young and Emily An- Jaquan Xavier Hughes, An- and Luis Fernando Salinas. Su, Giselle Alexis Suarez, ra Vargas. ielle Dee Wood, Alyssa Cami Vu Vincent Anh Tran, Israel Garcia, Brianna Elizabeth mayor, Omar Leocadio Mon- geline Zuniga-Aguilera. drew Khoa Huynh, Thuat Anthony Sanchez, San- Emanuel Talavera, Msethel Brianna Angeline Vasquez, Woodruffe, Auloun James Aranda and Troy Arevalo. Garcia, Celina Diane Garcia, temayor, Jacob Aidan Mont- Eighth grade Nhu Huynh, Tina Huynh, tos Davila Sanchez, Jessica Renee Thomas, Rosmery Tor- Nicholas Esteban Vasquez, Xouphonphackdy, Michael Janet Armenta, Ruby Ar- John Matthew Garcia, Ju- ez, Makayla Marie Morales, Bayan Motasem Abdel- Jennifer Nneoma Ibe, Em- Ivette Santana, Lexus Santos, res Lara, Alexander Torres, Daniela Vazquez, Alyssa Is- Alejandro Zambrano, Leilani riaga, Shamir K. Asamoah, lissa Marielle Garcia, Kevin Chloe Rai Moreno, Mia Eliz- jawwad, Angelica Corazon ily Alexa Iglesias, Andrew Kelly Torrie Saucedo, Maya Briana Jamilet Torres, Brissa abel Velasquez, Celene Ve- Michelle Zara and Natalie Ja- Annabella Marie Avila, Iz- Thomas Garcia, Vanessa Ma- abeth Munoz, Nicholas Carter Acac, Nicolas Jesus Acosta, Milton Ingram, Derrick Ro- Treshae Scott, Ql Dawayne Jasmine Torres and Dominic lasquez, Anthony Moses lene Zeledon. abella Avila, Jovanni Avila, ria Garcia, Damian Garza and Myles, Ashley Mayela Nar- Adalynn Alanis, Marco An- shaom Ivey, Remi Elon Jack- Shon Chris Aviles, Kennedy Eileen Melyanna Garza. vaez, Nhi Tina Ngo, Vy Vu tonio Alarcon, Ronny Lee son, Nicole Jasso, Julia Isabel Alise Baines, Jalen Keion Natalia Garza, Oscar Luis Tuong Nguyen, Jesse Hoang Alexander, Jaidyn Brianna Jimenez, Joseph Patrick John- Reginald Baldwin, Zoe Arie Garza, Iviyon Bless Gasaway, Nguyen and Kelly Thy Nguy- Almaguer, Naydelin Alma- son, Aidan Allen Kainer and CCISD Hall of Honor for 2017 named Banks, Sabrina Laci Baragan, Kameron Dominque Givens, en. guer, Fredis Alberto Alvarez, Keely Nicole King. Sarai Barajas, Samara Tarea Briana Elaine Gomez, Julie Khoi Ngoc Nguyen Nguy- Emily Amezcua, Brian An- Natalia Marie Knight, Continued from Page 1A to Clear Creek High School’s player in CCISD to play in large part to the contributions Barboza, Olivia Nicole Batres Ann Gonzales, Mariah Elena en, Martin Thinh Duc Nguy- geles, Hussiel Arias, Gerardo Sayri Camil Lara, Christofer the Cross Country program at 1963 state basketball cham- college and then be drafted in made by Mike McClendon, and Andrew Chester Joseph Gonzales, Jessica Gonzalez, en, Tien Ba Nguyen, Ser- Armenta, Christopher Arre- Laygo, Jimmy Van Le, Thong Clear Creek in 1962, where pionship. Lenox was Second the sixth round by the Phila- his teammates and Coach Bayer. Maya Alexia Nevaeh Gonza- gio Anthony Ochoa, Ju’dah dondo, Eliud Arzate, Jazmyne Minh Le, Ayana Trenell Lee, he coached until 1974, lead- Team All-District, 1963’s delphia Phillies at the age of Max Blansit. McClendon Sayra Cesilia Beltran Fer- lez, Ricardo Carbajal Gonza- Elatyrice Lashaughn Orobiyi, Melaynie Backman and Mari- Zamira Hunter Lewis, Mar- ing these Wildcats runners District Player of the Year, 18. While at Creek, Mathis placed fi rst in the state meet nandez, Houda Amira Ben lez, Syomi Trinidad Gonza- Steven Manuel Oviedo, Mar- ana Nataly Badillo. cus Joseph Lind, Guadalupe and Track and Field to multi- First Team All-State, and the also played basketball, serv- in Austin that same year. Achour, Jennifer Anna Ben- lez, Valeria Gonzalez, Vaneli iana Pabon Angulo, Omni Valery Lizett Baez, Kar- Alexander Lopez Alfaro, An- ple district, regional and state Texas High School Coaches ing as team captain his senior Upon graduation, McClen- Smith, Derrian J’quis Ben- Gonzalez and Julian Guerra. I’thalia Parris, Sydnee Elise lie Ann Barba, Cameron tonio Lopez, Carlos Jesus championships. After 36 Association All Star, to name year. That same year, Terry don attended Oregon State nett, Michael Dewayne Diggs Alan Enrique Guerrero, Pector, Mark Anthony Pe- Dion Barnes, Jared Barrera, Lopez, Isaac Joel Lopez, Mi- years in the teaching profes- a few. Lenox went on to Tex- made fi rst team All-District University on a full track Bennett, Xavier Alexander Jasmine L. Gutierrez, Ales- naloza, Mariana Perales Ri- Nayleen Batista, Raul Xavier chelle Alexandra Lopez, Al- sion, Blansit retired in 1989. as A&M University, where while the team placed third in scholarship. Bernal, Gisele Irma Bonil- sandra Del Toro Guzman, vera, Jordan Willie Peralez, Belman, Anthony Paul Be- exandra Luna, Jacob Joseph He remained in the League he was voted All Southwest the state basketball champion- Richard Huhn is another la, Kianna Brieva, Kimber- Leila Lanai Henry, Alexzan- Gerardo Ivan Perez, Kaylenn navides, R’kai Deantionette Luna, Ronald Darrell Lymuel City area, serving on numer- Conference Freshman. Af- ship. star basketball player hailing ly Brieva, Hoa Quynh Bui, der Angel Hernandez, Diban- Gabriela Perez, Emily Pe- Benjamin, Riani Tania Ben- and Cristopher Elvin Macias. ous organizations and boards. ter transferring to Southwest Clear Creek’s prestigious from Clear Creek High School An Viet Bui, Theresa Juani- hi Marlen Hernandez, Em- reznegron, Amir James Per- ton, Gabriella Raye Binns, David Corgan Maldonado, Blansit’s widow, Frankie Texas, he became a three- Most Valuable Player foot- and inducted into the Athletic ta Burchfi eld, Gabriel Angel manuel Adrian Hernandez, kins and Marisa Renae Perla. Bryana Sarai Borjas, Savan- Xavier Van Buren Malone, Blansit, accepted the award year starter, 1968’s team cap- ball award was renamed for Hall of Honor. A 1968 grad- Calderon and Nayeli Brianna Erik Ismael Hernandez, Ethan Taylor Sean Pervis, Fati- nah Marie Brookland, Dylan Payton Elise Manuel, Brian- on his behalf at the ceremony. tain, leading scorer and voted this former Wildcat, Steve uate, Huhn was a two-time Canales. Vladamir Hernandez, Kaylee ma Arlet Pesina Soto, Linh Kenneth Edward Burchfi eld, na Naomi Marroquin, Ariana Student athlete honorees: Third Team All Lone Star Stewart. Stewart was an All-State fi rst team candidate, Christian Lee Cantu, Lo- Elizabeth Hernandez, Mel- T. Phan, Vivian Phan, David Serenity Camacho and Jared Elizabeth Martin, Allyson A 1960 graduate of Clear Conference. Lenox was un- All-District and Third Team fourth leading all-time scorer renzo Cantu, Sully Yessmary anie Hernandez and Miguel Pichardo, Daniel Alexander Anthony Campbell. Paola Martinez, Astrid Yo- Creek High School, Kathleen able to make the trip, and his All-State linebacker and with an accumulation of 1,681 Cantu, Brenda Daniela Car- Rafael Hernandez. Pineda, John Stewart Pozo, Cynthia Elaine Canfora, quebed Martinez, Juanangel Trcka Taylor traveled to Aus- brother Scooter, a member of served as captain. Upon his points over three years and se- camo, Gavin Nicholas Carril- Victor Adolfo Hernandez, Sophia Renae Precella, Aar- Brendan Carmine Caru- Martinez, Karen Paola Mar- tin four times in three years the 2016 Athletic of Hall of graduation in 1968, Stewart lected District 12 AAA’s Most lo, Joshua Alexander Carroll, Victor Robert Hernandez, on Royce Preston, Carlos so, Anthony Castillo, Eloy tinez, Lael David Martinez, to compete in a state champi- Honor, accepted the award on attended the University of Valuable Player. Linda Esperanza Castelan, Chloe Marissa Herrera, Josue Alexander Puente, Linda Cavazos Ramirez, Daniel Lilliana Marie Martinez, onship – once as a participant his behalf. Texas on a football scholar- Jody Medford racked up Gisselle Val Castillo, Laisha Carlos Herrera, Nigel Dion Anneth Pulido, Sandra Al- Guadalupe Cavazos, Antho- Xavier Martinez, Yaret Pavel with the Clear Creek High Rosemary Fleener ship, playing for Coach Dar- numerous honors and ac- Castillo-Caballero, Samantha Augustin Hill, Vanessa Li- exa Quiroz-Catalan, Anto- ny Luis Cedeno, Colton Ray Martinez, Astrid Dayana School regional champs girls Durham played basketball rell Royal. After receiving colades during his football Cavazos-Ramirez, Jasmine sette Hinojosa, William Bao nio Ramirez, Aracely Arli Chahayed, Mya Anna Lau- Matamoros Montoya, Mari- basketball team and the three and volleyball at Clear Creek his degree from Sam Hous- career at Creek and beyond. Yadira Cazares Corona, Mel- Ho, Trisha Kim Hoang, Faith Ramirez, Valerie Rangel, ra Chapa, Estrella Chavez, ella Mykayla Michael Mat- years following as an ace High School before gradu- ton State, Stewart returned to Jody was a three-year varsity anie Bahiana Cejas, Evelyn Lynn Hughey, Ashley Thi Yereimy Samaire Remond Jasmine Giselle Chew, Idalia thews, Odin Lio Mc Cullar doubles tennis player. In ad- ating in 1964. Durham was the area, where he coached starter, making All-District Marie Cepeda and Armando Huynh, Cassidy Marie Idele, and Allen Amado Resendiz. Contreras, Manuel Alejan- and Boston Simone Mcafee. dition to winning the coveted voted the team MVP by her at Clear Lake, La Porte, First Team for both offense Chapa. Jaidia Jenesis James, Yesenia Carlos Reyes, Sandy dro Contreras, Alyssa Janae Makenzie Ryelee Mcel- state championship trophy volleyball peers. In basket- Friendswood and Dickinson and defense. Attending Rice Christopher Kavan Jasso Huerta, Victoria Ale- Reyes, Janae Skyy Richard, Nashalle Cooper and Chris- haney, Andreas Giovanni Mc- for doubles tennis her senior ball, her honors include All- before entering private busi- University on a four-year Chavez, Sofi a Leilani Cis- jandra Jasso, Xion A’nijah Ryan Xavier Richard, Yo- tian Corona Yepez. glotha, Brynn Margaret Riley year, Taylor excelled aca- District her junior and senior ness. Stewart passed away football scholarship, Med- neros, Alexis Breanna Cline, Jefferson and Leslie Ximena selin Rico, Catherin Rivas, Aidan Anthony Cortez, Mchugh, Emma Reese Mck- demically and was also voted years, as well as All-State in 1984. Stewart’s brother, ford set the school record for Sharimar Marie Colon Me- Jimenez. Marvin Javier Rivas, Alejan- Malia Alexandria Curry, Ali- enzie, Breianna Lynn Meade, Most Athletic and Best All while playing for the 1964 Jim Stewart, and his mother, sacks in a season and tackles lendez, Keshaud Quinn Shemora Tityana Lafl eur, dro Francisco Rivera, Ryan cia Mary Davila, Stephanie Tiffany Alexa Melendez, Juan Around. Taylor still enjoys Class AA state runner-up. Doris Stewart, accepted the for loss. In 1976, Medford Conaway, Fernando Cordova, Alexis Marie Lara, Isabella Ernesto Rivera, Curtis Lee De La Cruz, Michael Robert Andres Mendez, Kennedi Ni- living in the area and sup- Paul Hackett was a triple honor on his behalf. was drafted by the Houston Jose Angel Cortez, Nelson Amelia Lara, Laila Christy Rivers, Christopher Jakore De La Garza, Demetria Del- kole Mitchell, Aala Osama porting her beloved Wildcats. threat at Clear Creek High Another triple threat for Oilers. In 1977, he played Xavier Cortez, Jordan Lewis Lathan, Brandon Dinh Le, Robertson, Dimmie Perl Rob- gado, Miguel Angel Diosda- Mohamad, Lydia Montalvo, At 6 feet, 5 inches tall, School, playing basketball, Clear Creek High School, for the New Orleans Saints Coscarelli, Madison Maureen Hue Kim Le, Livia Thanh Le, inson, Dayan Alexa Rodri- do, Tavares Donyell Doyle, Andrew Adonai Montano, Bill Doty, a three-year start- baseball and football before Larry Kelly lettered in foot- before moving on to the Cal- Creekmore, Liana Adelina Qui Ngoc Le, Ashton Troyd guez Juarez, Raul Rodriguez Emmanuel Lavontre Drain, Angel De Jesus Morales and er, dominated the basketball graduating in 1966 and going ball, basketball and track pri- gary Stampeders, where he Cruz, Edith Alexandra Cue- Lee, Angel Jael Leon, Juan- Rubio and Andre Alexander Kenny Nguyen Duong, Isa- Michael Dylan Moran. court taking the Wildcats on to attend Southwest Texas or to graduating in 1967. He was voted MVP. va, Mariana Cuevas, Diana manuel Leon, Trysta Deja Rodriguez. mar Angelica Elizalde, Ana- Mercedes Alyce Martha to two state tournaments. State, where he played basket- was voted All-District Most To see a photo gallery of Nguyen Dang and Isaac Toan Levy, Brandon Anthony Lew- Audrie Kiara Rodriguez, laura Elizarraras, Micaela Moreno, Yair Moreno Rodri- During his tenure at Creek, ball. While at Creek, Hackett Valuable Back his senior the CCISD Athletic Hall of Song Dao. is, Jennika Kimora Lim-Tom, Danielle Elida Rodriguez, Irene Escobar, Nivia Milagro guez, Jesalynn Ruth Moreno, Doty also ran for the Sprint not only was a leader on the year. Kelly was also a Nation- Honor Reception and Induc- Keiarra Davis Hathorne, Noel Loera, Greydi Nineth Evee Rodriguez, Laci Melis- Escobedo and Miguel Angel Kaya Cecilia Morris, Shayla Relay team. After graduating court but the mound as well. al Merit Scholar and attended tion Ceremony, visit https:// Raymundo De La Garza, Ky- Logan, Maryi Nineth Lopez sa Rodriguez, Ronaldo Ro- Espino. Janae Morrison, Tjasa Ari- in 1962, Doty went on to play Voted First Team All-District Texas A&M University on an clearcreekisd.smugmug.com/ lie Megan Dennis, Jenevie Fuentes, Ashly Nicol Lopez man Rodriguez, Yariel Rodri- Heron Espinoza, Priscil- yana Murray, John Moyses for Rice University on a four- his Junior and Senior years, athletic scholarship where he CCISD-Photos/20172018- Arlene Devora, Amanda Liz- and Brandon Lopez. guez, Jaylene Rojas, Zoe Lee la Angelina Espinoza, Joc- Nanez, Brandon Nhat Nguy- year athletic scholarship. Paul out-dueled Nolan Ryan played for two years under School-Year-Photos/Hall-of- ette Diaz, Nhi Huan Dinh, Sa- Nayah Eleese Lopez, Romero, Eva Juliett Rubio, elyn Abril Flores Sanchez, en, Chi Thi Linh Nguyen, Dedicated to keeping and the Alvin Yellowjackets Coach Gene Stallings. Honor-20178/. To view a re- mantha Jayde Dosal, Ashley Kaylynn Sophia Lugo, Jesus John Caleb Rubio, Gabriel Leslie Vianey Flores, Sarahi Chloe Xuan Nguyen, Jaclyn Creek’s winning tradition for a Clear Creek victory. The 1968 track season for cording of a livestream of the Jannette Dunn, David Duran, Emanuel Luna, Ngoc Mai Antonio Salazar, Jessica Sal- Flores, Sydnye Adwoa Forde- Uyen Nguyen, Jeenny Nguy- alive, Dwayne “Curley” Le- Terry Mathis, a 1967 grad- Clear Creek High School was event, visit https://livestream. 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Clear Lake Clear Brook Clear Lake Clear Lake Clear Lake Clear Lake vs. Clear Lake Thursday, Oct. 19 Instead, the 5-1 Friends- Brook JV Red at Clear Lake, 6:00 Atascocita at wood group has failed to Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Brook JV Black at Clear Lake, 4:30 miss a beat, staying atop Summer Creek Dobie JV vs. Rayburn, Auxilary, 6:30 the District 24-6A stand- South Houston ings at 3-0. South Houston Memorial South Houston Memorial South Houston South Houston Dobie sophomore vs. Rayburn, Auxiliary, 4:30 vs. Pas. Memorial Brook freshman Black hosts Clear Lake, 4:30 Against Clear Brook, Mustangs’ quarterback Pearland at Brook freshman Red hosts Clear Lake, 6:00 Pearland Dawson Pearland Pearland Dawson Dawson Christian Lee threw touch- Dawson Dobie freshman Orange at Rayburn, campus, 4:30 down passes to Ben Red- George Ranch Dobie freshman White at Rayburn, campus, 4:30 ding and Mason Barnes George Ranch George Ranch George Ranch George Ranch George Ranch George Ranch for a 14-0 lead. at Brazoswood After Clear Brook Friday, Oct. 20 Clear Creek Friendswood Clear Creek Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Brook varsity vs. Clear Lake, Veterans L.C., 7:00 got a 2-yard scoring run at Friendswood from Michael Norris mid- Fort Bend Marshall way through the second FBM FBM FBM Galveston Ball Galveston Ball FBM Saturday, Oct. 21 quarter, the two teams at Galveston Ball Dobie varsity vs. Sam Rayburn, Veterans, Pas., 1:00 exchanged possessions Barbers Hill Barbers Hill Barbers Hill Barbers Hill Barbers Hill Barbers Hill Barbers Hill midway through the third at Humble Monday, Oct. 23 quarter until the Mustangs Thompson 8A at South Houston, campus, 5:00 struck again. Crosby at Dayton Crosby Crosby Crosby Crosby Crosby Crosby Thompson 8B hosts South Houston, campus, 5:00 Redding’s 11-yard Beverly Hills 8A hosts Miller, campus, 5:00 score on a reverse gave the Mustangs a 21-7 lead, and This week’s record 8-2 7-3 8-2 7-3 8-2 8-2 Beverly Hills 8B at Miller, campus, 5:00 the defense essentially put the Wolverines away with Season record 39-11 34-16 37-13 31-19 32-18 36-14 Tuesday, Oct. 24 solid play from there. Thompson 7A at South Houston, campus, 5:00 Thompson 7B hosts South Houston, campus, 5:00 Bay Area Football League Beverly Hills 7A hosts Miller, campus, 5:00 Longhorns look ahead to Rayburn football Beverly Hills 7B at Miller, campus, 5:00 As of Oct. 19 In what very well could Once more, the Long- his fi nal season, has also Thursday, Oct. 26 be the most beautiful day horns fi gure to rely heav- had a number of big gains Senior Division Brook JV Red hosts Clear Springs, 6:00 of the high school football ily on a running game that since league play has be- Dobie vs. Teams W L T Dobie JV vs. South Houston, Auxiliary, 6:30 season, Dobie and Sam features Kris Morris and gun. Rayburn’s varsity football Andrew Logan, and the In terms of the pass- Hurricanes 7 0 0 Brook JV Black hosts Clear Springs, 4:30 teams will go head-to- hope is that the passing ing game, the Longhorns Sam Rayburn Texans 6 1 0 Dobie sophomores vs. South Houston, Auxiliary, 4:30 head as each team seeks game can also get going in are looking to get the ball Dobie freshman Orange hosts South Houston, 4:30 its fi rst win of the season. a big way against the Tex- into the hands of Jeremiah Saturday, Oct. 21 49ers 5 1 0 Dobie freshman White hosts South Houston, 4:30 The Longhorns, 0-4 ans. Hernandez and his team- Eagles 4 2 0 Brook freshman Black at Clear Springs, 4:30 midway through the sea- Morris, a junior who mates more often. Veterans Stadium, 1 p.m. Brook freshman Red at Clear Springs, 6:00 son but focused on getting has been a starter since What to expect from Sharks 4 2 0 back into the thick of the midway through his fresh- Sam Rayburn? Stanley incomplete. Sam Rayburn horns simply must contain playoff race, are coming man season, is coming off Hackett, a starter for the did not complete a pass in Hackett and not allow him Dolphins 3 3 0 Friday, Oct. 27 off a bye week after losses one of his best games as a Texans for each of his var- the game. to break free into the sec- Bulldogs 2 3 1 Dobie varsity vs. South Houston, Veterans, 7:00 to Deer Park and Memori- Longhorn. sity seasons, is virtually a Historically, the Long- ondary for big gains. Brook varsity vs. Clear Springs, Challenger, 7:00 al to open the District 22- With runs of 56 and 60, one-player show. horns have complete- On offense, the Long- Bulls 2 4 0 6A schedule. the latter going for a touch- In a 51-7 loss to Me- ly dominated the series horns fi gure to have a Panthers 2 4 1 VOLLEYBALL To this point, the Long- down, Morris showed his morial Oct. 13, there were against the Texans dating speed advantage and will Thursday and Friday, Oct. 19-20 horns have fallen behind explosiveness against Me- only fi ve plays that did not back to the 1970s. look to get Morris and Lo- Raiders 2 4 0 Dobie needs a win this gan heavily involved. Beverly Hills 7 Dark at PISD tourn., Southmore, TBA by a good margin in each morial while eclipsing the include Hackett carrying of their losses, and the of- 100-yard mark for the fi rst the football. time around not only to get At present, Deer Park Rams 1 4 1 Thompson 7 Dark at PISD tourn., Southmore, TBA fense has not been able to time this season. The Texans threw one its fi rst of the season but to and Memorial lead the Patriots 1 5 1 Beverly Hills 8 Dark at PISD tourn., Jackson, TBA catch up. Perhaps against Logan, a senior who is pass for an interception also maintain any hope of district, with South Hous- Thompson 8 Dark at PISD tourn., Jackson, TBA the Texans, that premise seeing his most extensive turned touchdown, and reaching the postseason. ton and La Porte next in Cowboys 1 5 0 will change. action in the backfi eld in three more passes were Defensively, the Long- the standings. Friday, Oct. 20 Brook varsity at Alvin, 6:00 Junior Division Dobie varsity at La Porte, 6:30 Dobie girls set to make VB playoffs a reality Teams W L T Dobie JV at La Porte, 5:30 Continued from Page 1B ed every team not named Porte on the road. Howev- round of the playoffs. and Clear Falls is second Hurricanes 7 0 0 Brook JV at Alvin, 5:00 Pleasants. The Lady Long- Deer Park in the district. er, the fi rst-round match- Brook eliminated at 9-3. Clear Springs and Brook freshman A at Alvin, 4:15 horns had won three in a Regardless, West Brook is up between the two teams No excuses will be Clear Creek, both 8-4, Texans 6 1 0 Dobie freshman A at La Porte, 4:30 row previously to its loss ticketed for no worse than went the distance to a fi fth made, but Clear Brook have grabbed the fi nal two Eagles 5 1 0 Brook freshman B at Alvin, 5:15 against Deer Park, having second place. game. did play the majority of its playoff spots, but the seed- defeated Pasadena 25-17, That brings up Dobie. If Deer Park, as expect- season, including District ings below Friendswood Patriots 5 2 0 25-13, 25-9 on Oct. 13. At 8-4, the Lady Long- ed, takes down Memori- 24-6A play, without the are far from determined. Sharks 4 2 0 Monday, Oct. 23 Playoff scenarios horns are one win ahead al, the Lady Longhorns services of its best player. Clear Brook, which is Beverly Hills 8 Dark hosts Queens, 5:00 One team is within one of Memorial and two will gain an advantage as In the end, the Lady fi fth at 5-7, will fi nish its Bulldogs 4 2 0 Beverly Hills 8 Light hosts Queens, 6:15 victory of a berth in the ahead of La Porte with two well. Should Dobie close Wolverines could not de- regular season with match- Beverly Hills 7 Dark hosts Queens, 5:00 Class 6A volleyball play- matches remaining. out with wins over La liver enough late-season es against the bottom two Cowboys 3 3 0 Beverly Hills 7 Light hosts Queens, 6:15 offs, while that another While Dobie travels to Porte and Memorial, the magic to reach the post- teams in the district, Alvin Dolphins 2 4 0 Thompson 8 Dark hosts Miller, 5:00 team will fall one victory La Porte Oct. 20, Memo- team would fi nish 10-4 in season. and Dickinson. short. Bulls 2 4 0 Thompson 8 Light hosts Miller, 6:15 rial will take on Deer Park. league play and guarantee Friendswood has se- The bidistrict playoff Despite a straight-set Dobie can control its itself a No. 3 versus No. 2 cured the 24-6A champi- round is set to begin the fi - 49ers 1 5 0 Thompson 7 Dark hosts Miller, 5:00 loss to undefeated Deer own destiny by beating La matchup in the bidistrict onship with a 12-0 record, nal week of October. Thompson 7 Light hosts Miller, 6:15 Park Oct. 17, Dobie is Raiders 1 5 0 very near a playoff berth. Panthers 1 6 0 Tuesday, Oct. 24 The catch? The Lady District 24-6A Standings District 22-6A Standings Brook varsity hosts Dickinson, 6:00 Longhorns close the reg- Varsity Volleyball Varsity Volleyball Rams 0 6 0 Dobie varsity hosts Memorial, 6:30 ular season with matches against La Porte and Me- Dobie JV hosts Memorial, 5:30 (As of October 17) (As of October 17) morial. Losses to both of Sophomore Division Brook JV hosts Dickinson, 5:00 those teams could certain- Teams W L Teams W L Brook freshman A hosts Dickinson, 4:15 ly complicate the playoff Teams W L T Friendswood 12 0 Deer Park 12 0 Dobie freshman A hosts Memorial, 4:30 race. Bulldogs 6 0 0 Brook freshman B hosts Dickinson, 5:15 Deer Park, which went Clear Falls 9 3 West Brook 11 1 Dobie freshman B hosts Memorial, 4:30 14-0 a season ago to win 49ers 5 1 0 the District 22-6A cham- Clear Creek 8 4 Dobie 8 4 pionship, is 12-0 and one Cowboys 5 1 0 Thursday and Friday, Oct. 26-27 Clear Springs 8 4 Memorial 7 5 win over Beaumont West Texans 5 2 0 Beverly Hills 7 Light at PISD tourn., TBA Brook away from claim- Clear Brook 5 7 La Porte 6 6 Thompson 7 Light at PISD tourn., TBA ing a second consecutive Clear Lake 4 8 Pasadena 3 9 Hurricanes 5 2 0 Beverly Hills 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills, TBA title – likely the unbeaten Patriots 4 2 1 Thompson 8 Light at PISD tourn., Bev. Hills,, TBA variety. Dickinson 2 10 Sam Rayburn 1 11 West Brook, mean- Alvin 0 12 South Houston 0 12 Eagles 4 2 0 SOCCER while, successfully over- came heavy damages to Sharks 2 4 0 Friday, Oct. 20 its school and has defeat- Dolphins 2 4 0 San Jacinto College hosts Angelina, 6:00 BAFL Oct. 14 Scores Panthers 2 5 0 Raiders 1 4 1 BAFL Week 8 Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. Rams 0 6 0 Bulls 0 6 0 Dolphins 40 0 6 0 Saturday, Oct. 21 Freshman Division Patriots 0 33 28 12 Teams W L T Texans 7 0 0 Sagemont Cowboys Hurricanes 6 0 1 Rams 6 0 0 at Southbelt Dolphins Cowboys 0 (forfeit) 34 1 39 Cowboys 5 1 0 49ers 4 1 1 Blackhawk Lee Park, 8 a.m. Panthers 1 0 0 (forfeit) 0 Raiders 2 3 1 Sharks 2 3 1 Ellington Rams Bulls 2 4 0 Bulldogs 2 4 0 Rams 32 6 6 40 Dolphins 1 5 0 at Pasadena Panthers Eagles 1 5 0 Raiders 33 34 27 6 Panthers 1 6 0 Pasadena High School, 8 a.m. Patriots 1 6 0 Thursday, October 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Dobie, Brook cross-country runners compete at district Continued from Page 1B up in the eighth spot, was man member of the wom- in a time of 15:07.00 to Ridge (17:34.10), Destiny Kiandra Porter (21:23.20). nez placed 24th in a time (21:05.50), Chris Camacho Flores (24:13.00), Sebas- for the Lady Wolverines led by Jordy Reyes, who en’s track and field team at lead the charge for Dobie Estes (19:15.20), Alexus On the boys’ three-mile of 19:01.60 to pave the way (22:06.60), Quirino Gua- tian Guevara (24:46.40) and as she placed 37th with a clocked in at 18:11.90 for Stephen F. Austin Univer- junior varsity girls’ group Ballare (19:31.40), Jeidy junior varsity course, the for the Longhorns. jardo (22:35.80), Giovanni Isia Requenes (25:11.50) time of 23:09.24. 42nd place. sity. on a two-mile course in La Martinez (21:19.30) and Longhorns’ Jordan Marti- Dobie’s Dan Hernandez Luna (22:43.80), Robert also competed. Kaitlyn Garcia of Javier Martinez was While Camille Single- Porte. Clear Brook was 40th at 45th for the Longhorns in ton reached the Class 5A Next up for the Lady 25:07.40, while Reagan a time of 18:16.20, and Region III Track and Field Longhorns was Isabella Ole Miss baseball lands Tyler Myers commitment Dunlap placed 41st in a teammate Jackson Ruit Championships first in the Delgado, whose time of time of 25:18.32. Clear placed 50th at 19:09.70. 400-meter run in 2014 and 15:37.80 was 22nd-best. Dobie High School sity program but was not Myers to impress Cox, age over 43 innings. He season ago, losing to Au- Brook’s Karina Pasasin John Mendez, one of later in her career included Michaela Munoz was Class of 2016 graduate heavily recruited when it who told the Leader struck out 31 and walked burn in the opening round was 42nd with her time of four sophomores compet- the 200-meter dash, Ama- 38th at 16:17.60, and Zoe Tyler Myers, who stood came down to it. during Myers’ freshman just six. of the Southeastern Con- 27:18.82. ing for Dobie, placed 52nd ri is currently more in line Hernandez was just one out in his closers’ role last At one point, Myers season that he felt like his And Myers also played ference tournament. Schoppe repeats title in a time of 19:25.80. with the 800-meter and spot back, 39th with her spring at Paris College, is was set to leave the state to team scored a recruiting at the two infi eld spots on Now through next La Porte’s Ryan Others taking part in the 1,600-meter events come clocking of 16:18.60. set to play major college play at a lesser-known col- “steal” when Myers came the left side, hitting .262 spring, Myers is expected Schoppe repeated as the 22-6A meet for the Long- track and field season. Melissa Cavasos fin- baseball once he’s done lege before he hooked up aboard. with four homers and 31 to continue operating in varsity boys’ champion in horns included Eli Donaho The bottom line is that, ished 40th with a time of with the Dragons. with Paris and head coach Myers wound up going RBIs over 183 plate ap- his dual role at Paris. He 22-6A, getting to the finish (19:38.10), Justin Lavinier much like her sister, Am- 16:20.30. Myers announced via Clay Cox. 4-3 with 11 saves, pitching pearances. for sure will return to his line in a time of 15:12.20 (19:43.80) and Jon Acosta ari Singleton has already Others competing in Twitter that he has com- It didn’t take long for to a 4.19 earned run aver- Ole Miss went 32-25 a closer’s role. for the overall gold. (19:44.80). made a name for herself at the meet for Dobie in- mitted to play at Missis- The Deer Park Deer More on the Singletons Dobie and within the Dis- cluded Annette Eonne sippi University beginning claimed the team title, Singleton’s older sister, trict 22-6A ranks. (16:39.80), Alexis Lopez in the 2018-2019 school finishing with a low of 45 Camille, was a star track 22-6A JV results (16:43.90), Allyson Diaz year. Pasadena ISD Intermediate Football points to 67 for La Porte. and field competitor at Junior Briasia Garza (16:46.20), Mirando Ser- Myers was a three-year Dobie, which wound Dobie and is now a fresh- came across the finish line rano (16:51.60), Jordan starter within Dobie’s var- Through Oct. 11 Games SJC volleyball PISD Intermediate Volleyball PISD Intermediate Volleyball (Through Oct. 16) (Through Oct. 16) now to 19-4; Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD 15th in nation Intermediate Football Intermediate Football 8L Records District Overall 7L Records District Overall Much like the San Ja- 8A Records 7A Records Division I W L T W L T Division I W L T W L T cinto College men’s soccer District Overall District Overall San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 1 0 Southmore 2 0 0 3 1 0 team has done this season, Division I W L T W L T Division I W L T W L T South Houston 2 0 0 2 2 0 Beverly Hills 2 1 0 2 2 0 the women’s volleyball Bondy 2 0 1 2 0 1 Bondy 3 0 0 3 0 0 team is making waves on Southmore 1 1 0 1 3 0 Park View 1 1 0 1 3 0 the national scene. Thompson 1 0 1 2 0 1 South Houston 2 0 0 2 1 0 Beverly Hills 1 2 0 1 3 0 South Houston 1 1 0 1 3 0 Unranked to open the Beverly Hills 1 1 0 2 1 0 Beverly Hills 1 1 0 2 1 0 season in the National Park View 0 2 0 0 4 0 San Jacinto 0 3 0 1 3 0 Junior College Athletic Miller 1 2 0 1 2 0 Thompson 1 1 0 1 2 0 Association’s preseason South Houston 0 2 0 0 3 0 Miller 0 3 0 0 3 0 poll, the Ravens have now Match Scores climbed to No. 15. Miami Match Scores South Houston def. San Jacinto 25-18, 25-23 Dade began the season at Game Scores Game Scores S. Houston def. San Jacinto 25-17, 23-25, 25-21 Southmore def. Jackson 25-7, 25-21 No. 1 and still holds that Bondy 38, Beverly Hills 25 Bondy 34, Beverly Hills 12 Beverly Hills def. Park View 25-18, 25-22 Park View def. Beverly Hills 25-11, 25-23 spot at 19-0. Western Ne- Thompson 28, Miller 0 Thompson 30, Miller 0 braska is No. 2 at 23-2. As for San Jacinto, the Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T team is intent on making Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T Bondy 2 0 0 4 0 0 a return to nationals in the San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 0 0 Bondy 2 0 0 4 0 0 program’s fi nal season of Southmore 3 0 0 3 0 0 Jackson 2 0 0 3 1 0 Queens 2 1 0 3 1 0 competition. San Jacinto 1 1 0 2 1 0 Jackson 1 0 1 2 0 1 Miller 1 1 0 2 2 0 The locals have now Southmore 1 1 1 1 1 1 Thompson 1 1 0 3 1 0 won nine straight matches Jackson 1 1 0 1 2 0 Queens 1 2 0 2 2 0 Thompson 1 1 0 3 1 0 and have amassed an 8-1 Park View 1 1 0 1 2 0 Park View 0 1 1 1 1 1 Miller 0 3 0 1 3 0 Jackson 0 2 0 0 4 0 mark within the Region Queens 0 3 0 0 3 0 Queens 0 2 1 0 2 1 XIV ranks. In running its consec- Match Scores Match Scores utive win streak to eight, Game Scores Game Scores Bondy def. Miller 25-11, 25-2 the Ravens defeated New San Jacinto 22, South Houston 12 Thompson def. Queens 25-16, 25-21 Mexico Military and Vic- Southmore 26, Jackson 0 Bondy def. Miller 25-14, 25-17 Queens def. Thompson 25-17, 22-25, 25-19 toria in a home tri-match San Jacinto 14, South Houston 13 Jackson 6, Southmore 6 Jackson def. Southmore 25-17, 25-14 Oct. 13-14. Park View 32, Queens 0 Park View 6, Queens 6 7D Records District Overall San Jacinto defeated 8D Records District Overall New Mexico Military 25- Division I W L T W L T 18, 25-17, 25-18 as Mad- 8B Records District Overall 7B Records District Overall Division I W L T W L T San Jacinto 2 1 0 3 1 0 die Rhoder led the way Division I W L T W L T Division I W L T W L T San Jacinto 3 0 0 4 0 0 Beverly Hills 2 1 0 2 2 0 with 11 kills and three Beverly Hills 2 0 0 3 0 0 block solos. Raven Oates Thompson 2 0 0 3 0 0 South Houston 1 1 0 1 3 0 Southmore 1 1 0 3 1 0 Miller 2 1 0 2 1 0 came up with eight kills in Beverly Hills 2 0 0 3 0 0 Park View 1 1 0 1 3 0 Park View 0 2 0 0 4 0 the match as well. Thompson 1 1 0 1 2 0 Victoria went down 25- South Houston 1 2 0 1 2 0 Beverly Hills 1 2 0 1 3 0 South Houston 0 2 0 0 4 0 Bondy 1 2 0 1 2 0 15, 25-18, 25-20 as Megi Bondy 1 2 0 1 2 0 Southmore 0 2 0 0 4 0 Buvinic paced San Jacin- South Houston 0 2 0 0 3 0 to with 13 kills. Rhoder Miller 0 3 0 0 3 0 Match Scores came up with nine kills, Match Scores Southmore def. Jackson 25-22, 25-11 and Oates had eight more. Game Scores Now 18-4 this season, Game Scores San Jacinto def. South Houston 25-17, 25-13 Thompson 42, Miller 0 San Jacinto def. South Houston 25-23, 25-13 San Jacinto is aiming at Beverly Hills 12, Bondy 11 Beverly Hills 12, Bondy 6 Beverly Hills def. Park View 21-25, 25-20, 25-20 Beverly Hills def. Park View 25-14, 25-16 fi nishing conference play Thompson 42, Miller 0 strong before entering the Region XIV tournament. Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T Division II W L T W L T Regional foe Panola Division II W L T W L T San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 0 0 Miller 2 1 0 3 1 0 Bondy 2 0 0 4 0 0 is 10th in the latest NJ- San Jacinto 2 0 0 3 0 0 Queens 2 1 0 3 1 0 Thompson 2 0 0 4 0 0 CAA rankings after being Southmore 2 1 0 2 1 0 ranked as high as No. 2 Southmore 2 1 0 2 1 0 Jackson 1 1 0 2 1 0 Bondy 1 1 0 3 1 0 Miller 1 2 0 2 2 0 earlier this season. Jackson 1 1 0 1 2 0 Jackson 1 1 0 2 2 0 Queens 1 2 0 2 2 0 Navarro, Trinity Valley Queens 1 2 0 1 2 0 and Tyler are also poten- Park View 1 1 0 1 2 0 Park View 0 2 0 0 3 0 Thompson 0 2 0 2 2 0 Jackson 0 2 0 0 4 0 tial regional tournament Queens 0 3 0 0 3 0 opponents that are also na- tionally ranked, but SJC is Match Scores Match Scores playing well. Game Scores Game Scores San Jacinto 27, South Houston 13 Jackson def. Southmore 25-14, 25-19 Bondy def. Miller 25-10, 25-14 Hurricane Harvey may San Jacinto 38, South Houston 6 Southmore 22, Jackson 0 Queens def. Thompson 16-25, 25-22, 25-19 Thompson def. Queens 25-14, 22-25, 25-18 have slowed San Jac’s start to the season, but Southmore 28, Jackson 12 Queens 41, Park View 12 Miller def. Jackson 23-25, 25-17, 25-21 the team is on a roll at the Park View 18, Queens 0 right time. CALENDAR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 19 noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 487-8787, or drop in. 8 p.m. 7 a.m. 12005 County Rd. 39, Pearland. Call 713-856-1611. 1 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through 4 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Cullen Performance Hall – features Shopkins Live! Fri- Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference day, Oct. 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. at the Cullen Performance 281-480-1911 for details. 484-9243. room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. Hall at the University of Houston, 4800 Calhoun Road. 7 p.m. MONDAY, OCTOBER 23 10 a.m. Based on America’s number one toy brand, Youtube Bay Area Bluegrass Association – bluegrass music 10 a.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and sensation and international toy phenomenon created show and jam session on the third Saturday (except Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 – 11 a.m. Literature Thursday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the in Australia by Moose Toys, Shopkins Live! will feature December.) Stage show is at 7 p.m. Pickers may bring Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P club at 281-480-1911 for details. the Shoppies and Shopkins characters taking the stage instruments and come early. Free. Johnny Arolfo Civic Street, Deer Park. Enter through back of church. Call Noon with an all new storyline, original pop music and video Center, 300 Walker, League City. For details, visit http:// 409-454-5720 for details, or drop in. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners highlights This event is for all ages. Tickets prices start www.bayareabluegrass.org. 10 a.m. Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call at $25 and ticket prices increase $2.50 the day of the 8 p.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, 713-856-1611. show. Tickets are available at uh.edu/cph. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 6 p.m. 7 p.m. UMC on Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. AT YOUR Texas German Society, South Belt (SE) Chapter – A Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. For information, call 281- 11:30 a.m. social group focused on the culture of Texas German open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. Call 713- 484-9243. Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to FINGERTIPS immigrants. Meets the third Thursday, Fellowship Hall 856-1611. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 22 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. 8 p.m. 1 p.m. Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Call 281-481-1238 for details. Serenity Now Al-Anon Group – meets at CrossRoads Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Saturday and Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for 7 p.m. UMC Fridays, 8 to 9 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Sunday, 1 p.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at details, or drop in. READ Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group, open Family members and friends of problem drinkers/ 281-480-1911 for details. Noon meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, addicts share, learn Al-Anon principles, that they are 2 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners THE First Presbyterian Church (youth building). For details, not alone, and discover choices available. For details, Grief Support Group – For adults who have lost a Group, noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For details, call call 713-856-1611. call 281-484-9243. loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter 713-856-1611. CLASSIFIEDS Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets SATURDAY, OCTOBER 21 and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist 3:15 p.m. and you’re guaranteed Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 - 8 p.m., St. 7:30 a.m. Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena. For details, Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and a spin around the world Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta St. For call 281-487-8787. speech therapy for adults with Parkinson’s, 3:15 – 4:45 Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, of buying and selling... details, call 713-306-4366 or 713-480-4166. Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 5:30 p.m. p.m., Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical jobs and homes, FRIDAY, OCTOBER 20 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, Cornell Conference Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org. 7 a.m. room. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., in the Chapel at Life Church, 9900 6-8 p.m. choice business AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through 10 a.m. Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for details or to CrossRoads UMC – Mercy Hearts meets on the sec- opportunities and Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, RSVP for child care. ond and fourth Mondays, 6 to 8 p.m., at CrossRoads sometimes just a friend... Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, in Cornell Conference open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For informa- 7 p.m. UMC located at 10030 Scarsdale. The focus of the new room. Call 281-487-8787 for details, or drop in. tion, call 713-856-1611. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA Mercy Hearts is support for families of inmates and 281-481-5656 10 a.m. 11 a.m. meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For ex-offenders. The program will provide a complimentary Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For details, call 713-856-1611. meal, group Bible study and discussion. Child care is South Belt-Ellington Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, women affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? Meets provided. This is a confi dential ministry and information Leader 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays, 7 to 8 p.m., St. will be treated accordingly. For details, contact C. Noon Pasadena, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281- Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta St. For Talbot at 281-245-7072 or [email protected]. 11555 Beamer Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group, details, call 713-306-4366 or 713-480-4166. Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, October 19, 2017

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By John Bechtle addition to baseball as part of three seasons with the Will. erably baseball. coach Ty Harrington and abilities in athletics. Harrington and Ryan team in January, and that Sports Editor of a long career in high Longhorns. After graduating from He found that chance his staff. Grant just might have are pals, so Ryan was in his chances of joining the There’s been no mis- school athletics. Sam went on to pitch Dobie, Will effectively at Texas State University, As he approached his created his own chance San Marcos for a pre- Astros for Spring Training taking the energy and en- Will’s older brother, collegiately and is now sought out college pro- where he spent the previ- collegiate graduation, when he ran across Astros’ season speaking engage- in Florida are certainly fa- thusiasm being shown Sam, also graduated from an intermediate school grams that would extend ous four seasons working Grant again began to seek President Reid Ryan earli- ment he delivered to the vorable. across the city fi rst as the Dobie after pitching at educator and coach in the an opportunity in one of with the Bobcats’ program out possible opportunities er this year at a Texas State Bobcats’ baseball pro- In the interim, he plans Houston Astros dominat- the varsity level for parts Comal ISD, according to its athletic programs, pref- under the direction of head to further his skills and function. gram. to return to the San Mar- ed the American League Interestingly enough, cos area to land a job of West Division en route to Grant spoke at the same some sort. He is hopeful 101 regular season wins function, then sought out the Astros’ situation pans and a division title, then Ryan after. The two spoke out for him but can also an American League Divi- about a possible internship see himself as a full-time sional Series triumph over with the Astros following head equipment manager the Boston Red Sox. Grant’s graduation. perhaps at the collegiate With only the New Earlier this summer, ranks. York Yankees standing Harrington phoned Grant “Yes, staying with the in the way of the Astros to tell him he had been Astros would be a dream reaching their second-ever chosen for a summer in- come true,” Grant said. “It World Series, and perhaps ternship with the Astros. already has been an unbe- either the Los Angeles Wash uniforms, restock lievable experience. You Dodgers or the Chicago the bubble gum or sun- still have to focus on do- Cubs the lone road block fl ower seeds in dugout, ing your job and getting to a fi rst-ever World Series clean cleats, reload the bat things done is the priority, crown, fans everywhere rack, whatever it takes, but to be around the As- are hyped. just do it. tros’ clubhouse on a daily Perhaps no one is more That’s really what has basis is special.” excited about the way the gotten Grant to this point. For now, Grant is not Astros’ season has gone He’s not the star player or unlike most other Astros’ than 2013 Dobie High the next big thing on the fans, watching from a dis- School graduate Will fi eld of play, but he’s per- tance as the 2017 squad Grant, who spent some up- fectly happy helping oth- tries to go farther than any close and personal time ers who might be. other Astros’ team in the with the organization this “I’ve just always been history of the organiza- summer as an intern work- around athletics and hope tion. ing as a clubhouse atten- to be able to do so for my And there’s one more dant. career,” said Grant, who goal Grant still has in Grant fi rst began his now has his college degree mind for later this year. dugout life at Dobie, in general studies from Should the Astros win where he became a team Texas State University. the American League pen- manager for the Long- “I love it. In reality, it’s nant or go on to claim the horns’ baseball program, hard to imagine that you team’s fi rst World Series handling pre-game, in- actually get paid to do title, he will have the op- game and post-game du- something like this, but portunity to purchase a ties for much of his four- I’ll take it.” commemorative ring – year stay. Grant joined the Astros yes, the real McCoy. Dobie varsity baseball in August and was with Grant has been told the head coach Miguel Torres them through the end of price will be $5,000, but went so far as to rename the regular season. he’ll fi nd a way. the team’s annual Heart He was in the club- “That’s a lot of mon- Award in Grant’s honor. house when the team cele- ey, but it’s also possi- The younger of two brated winning the Ameri- bly a once-in-a-lifetime sons born to Kathy and can League West Division chance,” Grant said. “I’ll former Dobie varsity title. fi nd the money. That’s baseball head coach Roy Dobie High School graduate Will Grant (left) shares a celebratory moment with the During the Houston Astros’ American League West Division champion- Per league rules, Grant’s something I have to have. Grant, Will has always Astros’ Carlos Beltran in the Houston clubhouse after the team clinched the American ship celebration, Dobie graduate and Astros clubhouse attendant Will internship ended when the This is something that you been around sports. League Western Division title earlier this month at Minute Maid Park. Grant, who Grant shared a few moments with Houston star pitcher Dallas Keuchel. Astros’ regular season did, never know when or if His father previously graduated from Texas State University in August, landed an internship with the Astros Grant worked with the Astros during an internship with the team follow- but he has been told to get is going to come around coached other sports in and hopes to rejoin the team in Florida next February for spring training. ing his Texas State University graduation. back in contact with the again. It’s special.” Bidistrict playoffs – Atascocita ends Dobie team tennis season Taking control of the season, has seen things come gles prevailed in a No. 2 girls’ secured its decisive 10th win. er. In team tennis, if a match “We certainly are not gled all season in the super- not indicate that. Had Dobie, playing in now for team ten- match in the doubles segment to an end. Atascocita, the doubles match that went to a As he has done for much does to a third set, the winner blaming any one or two play- tiebreakers. It’s something for instance, led the doubles nis, but it’s also the fi rst time with a crucial super tiebreak- third-place team out of Dis- supertiebreaker. Dobie lost it of the season, Dobie varsi- is decided by reaching 10 to- ers for a loss in team tennis,” we emphasized getting bet- 4-3 instead of trailing, then we have lost in the fi rst round er win, the visiting Atascocita trict 21-5A, advanced to take 10-8, and Atascocita had the ty tennis head coach Manuel tal points fi rst with an advan- Moreno said. “That’s why it ter at each week, and we just perhaps the outcome would in a long, long time.” Eagles handed Dobie a 10-4 on District 23-6A champion slight edge it needed. Moreno Jr. rued the loss of tage of two or more against is team tennis. You win and couldn’t turn the corner.” have been different. Now, Moreno will brace setback in the bidistrict round Dawson in the area round. Although Dobie was win- yet another supertiebreak- the opponent. lose as a team. But we strug- Moreno was also disap- “I’m always bummed out for the loss of at least eight of the team tennis playoffs Dobie had hoped to build ning four of the fi ve singles pointed in the fact that the when the season comes to key senior players, including Oct. 17, at Longhorn courts. an advantage through the sev- matches that were being con- Longhorns actually played a an end because it’s so fi nal,” four boys and four girls. For a Just like that, Dobie, 10- en doubles matches that pre- tested at the time, play was tight match against the Ea- Moreno said. “I truly like the season recap, see the Oct. 26 12 overall during the regular cede the singles, but the Ea- halted as soon as Atascocita gles, yet the fi nal score did bracket format that we are Leader.

Dobie’s Bao Nguyen sends a backhand return at her Atascocita opponents during the doubles portion of her team’s eventual 10-4 loss to Atascocita in the bidistrict playoffs Oct. 17, at Dobie. Photo by John Bechtle