Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Dec. 11, 2008 Voice of Community-Minded People Vol. 33, No. 45 Leader holidays set The Leader will be on a holiday schedule the last week of 2008. Additional HOA fees upset many residents Advertising and copy deadline for the Dec. 25 issue of the Leader is Friday, Dec. 19, at By James Bolen homeowners associations in the South Belt com- local neighborhood groups have had to devise owners association’s budget should be more noon. At the start of next year, many local home- munity. new means of raising money. transparent to its members. Items to be considered for publication may owners and maintenance groups will add fees to According to Haywood, each streetlight, in- The Highland Meadow Homeowners Asso- “If it’s fi nancially justifi ed, I fully support it,” be sent to [email protected]. Emer- their existing annual dues, upsetting many area cluding fuel surcharges and taxes, costs between ciation, which had not raised its dues in several he said. “But they need to explain what they’re gencies may be directed to Marie Flickinger at residents. $35 and $45 a month to keep operational. In years, had nearly depleted its reserve funds, doing with all these funds they’ve held for years 281-948-2714. Most of the increases are related to the electri- the Ashley Pointe subdivision alone, the cost of according to Haywood. In response, the group before they arbitrarily impose this on us.” cal costs needed to operate streetlights. keeping streetlights and the community swim- added an annual $53 streetlight service fee to its While many residents are understandably FEMA registration ending “The cost of streetlights has skyrocketed,” ming pool functional exceeds $7,000 a month. existing $265 yearly dues. frustrated by the added fees, they are technically said Nita Haywood, who manages fi ve different To compensate for this added expense, many Other area maintenance groups have followed legal and do not necessarily need the approval of Friday, Dec. 12, will be the last day for resi- suit in an effort to provide the necessary funds. those living in the neighborhoods. The additional dents who suffered damage from Hurricane Ike The Sageglen Community Association recent- fees are separate from the standard annual as- to apply for reimbursement from the Federal ly added a $35 streetlight service fee to its exist- sessment dues, which often must be voted on by Emergency Management Agency. To register ing $205 yearly dues, and the Woodmeadow II residents within the subdivisions and are some- visit www.fema.gov or call 1-800-621-FEMA. Sagemont celebrates Christmas Community Improvement Association recently times even capped at a certain dollar amount. doubled the annual dues for its residents, adding The Texas Property Code Section 204.010(a) No December PIP meeting $120 for utility and landscaping expenses to the (9) states that a property owners association, act- There will be no December meeting due to existing annual $120 assessment fees. ing through its board, may impose and receive the holidays. The next meeting will be Jan. 20. “This is 100 percent driven by electrical rate payments, fees, or charges for the use, rental or increases,” said Chuck Tylka, president of the operation of the common area and for services Sageglen association. Tylka further noted that provided to property owners. Dobie orchestra concert set electrical costs account for roughly 50 percent of According to Mike Davis, attorney for the The nationally honored 2008 J. Frank Dobie the neighborhood association’s total expenses. Highland Meadow HOA, “It is the desire of the Orchestra will present its holiday concert Unlike the Highland Meadow HOA, however, board of directors to promote the health, safety Thursday, Dec. 18, at 7 p.m. in the Dobie audi- the Sageglen association has a signifi cant reserve and welfare of all residents by providing proper torium. The concert is free and open to the surplus. lighting within the subdivision.” public. A holiday music CD of the orchestra “It makes sound fi nancial sense to maintain a Haywood said the new fees are not necessarily will be available to purchase. The CD costs $5 healthy surplus,” Tylka said. “We have a lot of permanent. each, or five CDs for $20. Presale orders are assets that require maintenance, which is often “They may go away or they may not.” available through Anita Pomykal at 832-326- very expensive.” Tylka is hopeful the Sageglen fee will not be 2116. They may also be purchased at the Next year, the Sageglen group will spend permanent. concert. A limited supply is available. $50,000 to resurface its community swimming “It’s a one-time fee,” he said. “We reserve the pool, Tylka said. right to bring it back, but we don’t expect to. It’s Lariaettes host dance clinic Sageglen resident Steve Buckman said the just a boost to keep us on sound footing.” The Dobie Lariaettes will host the 2008 Winter Dance Clinic Saturday, Dec. 13, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Dobie High School. Reg- Sagemont Church held its second annual Christmas festival Dec. 6 and Dec. 7. Roughly Suspect sought in Pham killing istration is $45 at the door. The cost includes 10,000 people attended the event over the weekend. Pictured above are, left to right, a tote bag, certificate and lunch. Grades K-12 Brandon Clemons, Austin Ingalls, Madison Walker, Mallory Pike, Hudson Tansey (stand- Webster police have released a composite are welcome and will be invited to perform in ing), Brittany Brown (standing), Sydney Grace Douglas (baby), Christina Butcher, Cameron sketch of the suspect wanted in the killing of the Spring Show. For information, contact Riggle, Abby Baylis, Walter Reese, Madison Patrick, Michael Claunch, Dave Teer, and Thanh Pham on Saturday, Nov. 29. Anna Galvan at 713-898-0068 or Carmen Joshua Bivens. Photo by Tasha Pool Pham, 35, was working at a liquor store in Guyote at 713-419-4047. the 900 block of E. NASA Parkway when the suspect shot him twice in an apparent robbery. Library events scheduled Family members said Pham worked at the store 12 hours a day, six days a week. The following events are scheduled for the Free pickup lot opens at Hobby Pham was a member of the Vietnamese Mar- Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale: The Houston Airport System recently added a pollution in the air. tyrs Catholic Church on Kingspoint. Next month A children’s holiday craft is set for Thursday, passenger pickup waiting lot to William P. Hobby After arriving passengers collect their luggage would have marked his eighth anniversary to his Dec. 11, at 4 p.m. Free tickets are required. Airport to aid those picking up loved ones during from baggage claim, they should use a telephone wife, Phuong Vu. Pham leaves behind a 3-year- The Friends of the Parker Williams Library the peak holiday travel season. to call and alert their party that they are ready to old son and a 5-year-old daughter. will have a book sale Saturday, Dec. 13, from The lot, located south of Airport Boulevard be picked up at curbside. The suspect is described as a black male in 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Check out great deals on a at Fauna Street between Telephone Road and When traveling to the terminal to pick up pas- his early 20s, standing roughly 5 feet 10 inches variety of used titles. This is the biggest book Broadway, is designed to save customers gas and sengers, one should make sure to follow the signs with a thin build and a medium brown complex- sale of the year for the library. time, in addition to relieving stress when picking marked “Arrivals” and not “Departures.” ion. He was clean-shaven and was wearing a The January computer class schedule be- someone up from an arriving fl ight. The lot is open 24 hours a day and is routinely white hoodie, dark blue shorts and white athletic comes available Monday, Dec. 15. Space is The lot eliminates the need for circling the air- monitored by security personnel. shoes. limited. Also, investigate ancestries and family port repeatedly if the arriving party is later than “It will defi nitely free up some spaces in the Police say the suspect may also be responsible histories when the genealogy group meets at 2 expected. Further, the more people who use the terminal garage and around the terminal entranc- for other robberies throughout Galveston Coun- p.m. Dec. 15. free parking, the less traffi c on the roads and less es,” said Edelana Van Marter, Hobby Airport cus- ty. Movie Madness is Thursday, Dec. 18, at 4 tomer service manager. Investigators would also like to locate a white formation that leads to the identifi cation, arrest p.m. Call 281-484-2036 for feature title. While waiting at the lot, one can also obtain male subject seen driving a white SUV-type ve- and charging of any suspect in the case. Anyone Storytime for preschoolers is held every fl ight information by calling the Houston Airport hicle in the proximity of the liquor store at the with information on this case is urged to call Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Toddler Brook’s Au System’s fl ight information hot line at 281-230- same time as the incident. 713-222-TIPS or the Webster Police Department time is every Thursday at 10 and 11:15 a.m. 7000. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $5,000 for in- at 281-332-2426. Santa photos at Easthaven earns perfect Easthaven Baptist Church, 13100 Beamer Road (corner of Beamer and Astoria), will Leader Christmas program continues take free Santa photos Saturday, Dec. 13, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. in the church parking lot. SAT scores By James Bolen incentives to donate, the act of giving is its own Christmas drive. The American Legion Post 490 The annual South Belt-Ellington Leader reward, according to school counselor Sylvia and Action Ministries have also donated food Sageglen lighting contest set Clear Brook High School senior Cindy Au is Christmas program is under way with several in Luna. items in previous years. celebrating a perfect score on not one, but three the community actively participating. “It teaches them the value of giving to the less Those wishing to donate items or apply for This holiday season Sageglen, Meadows of SAT subject tests. Au scored a perfect 800 on Now in its 26th year, the program is aimed at fortunate,” Luna said. assistance should visit the Leader offi ce, 11555 Clear Creek, Estates of Green Tee 1 and Green chemistry, biology and physics. helping needy families in the immediate South Just two weeks earlier, students at the school Beamer. Applications will be accepted through Tee Terrace 6 and 8 communities will award “She is quite a whiz kid, and we are very for- Belt area. The drive is funded by area residents, collected Thanksgiving meals to be distributed Friday, Dec. 12. prizes to the best decorated homes in the fol- tunate to have her in our school,” said physics schools, organizations and merchants. Desired by St. Frances Cabrini Catholic Church. Applicants must reside in the South Belt area lowing categories: teacher Tina Harrell. When Cindy Au got her items include toys for children of all ages, non- Over the Thanksgiving holidays, the South and possess one form of identifi cation verifying • Most colorful light display SAT scores back she told her teacher, “It is the perishable food items, paper products and cash. Belt-Ellington Leader collected roughly 25 their address. All applications will undergo a • Most elegant holiday decoration happiest day of my life.” There is a particular need for gifts appropri- Kroger turkey coupons to be redeemed for the screening process to determine eligibility. • Best spirit of Christmas To put Au’s score of 800 in perspective, con- ate for older children and teens, such as clothing, $50 gift certificates will be awarded to sider this: according to the College Board, more sporting goods, makeup kits and gift cards. All each winner. than 36,000 college bound seniors take the SAT gifts should be new and unwrapped. subject area tests in biology or physics each Frazier Elementary is once again participating AARP meets Dec. 12 year, and 62,000 take the chemistry subject test. in the drive by collecting money for toys. The Bragg reports on wreck Of those students, the average score on these school, which has participated in the program Due to difficulty in obtaining use of El tests is just over 600. since 1995, will fi nish its eight-day collection Franco Lee Community Center for the Decem- Friday, Dec. 12. ber meeting, the South Belt AARP will meet School offi cials have devised a challenge to Friday, Dec. 12, at 10 a.m. at Kirkwood South Christian Church, 10811 Kirkfair. The meet- inspire students to donate funds. Each grade level ing will include the installation of officers for has a large bucket in which to collect money. At 2009 and a Christmas dinner. Reservations for the end of the eighth day, the money is counted, the catered dinner are closed. and the grade level that collected the most money is given a “free dress day.” This will allow stu- dents a day to stray from wearing their normal Action Ministries collect toys school uniforms, according to school counselor Action Ministries Houston is having its Susan Blue. annual toy drive Dec. 10 through, Dec. 17 at Blue, along with Frazier principal Rhonda the Kroger parking lot, Beltway 8 and Sabo, Parmer and assistant principal Sandra Jobe, will from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. New toys for all ages, take the collected funds and shop for toys. The will be accepted at the big white trailer with toys will then be displayed at an assembly in the the Operation Christmas Blessing sign. school’s cafeteria Wednesday, Dec. 17, where Action Ministries, founded in December the Melillo Middle School choir will put on a 1991 by longtime South Belt residents Gordon Christmas performance. and Pat Berg, is a non-denominational ministry Joining Frazier this year will be Stuchbery that cares for the less fortunate throughout the Elementary in its fi rst time participating in the greater Houston area. “With the onslaught of charitable program. The school will wrap up its Hurricane Ike and the present economic situa- weeklong toy drive Friday, Dec. 12. tion, there are lots of children in need of a Like Frazier, students will be given an incen- Merry Christmas. Action Ministries will be tive to participate in the project. Students who there again to give toys to children who will not donate will again be awarded with a day free of receive toys from other agencies,” said Berg. a dress code, according to school nurse Laura King. On Dec. 7 at 5 p.m., a wreck happened in the 10900 block of Olivewood. The only injury was “It’s such an amazing program,” King said. “It a slight bruising on the neck caused by a seat belt. Two of the deputies who responded were Lions Club meets Dec. 17 directly helps those in the community. That’s an Deputy Parnell Jones (right) and Deputy Jason Curry. There was also an assistant fi re chief Hobby Airport Lions Club meets Wednes- important lesson for the kids to learn.” who responded. His name was Jerry Terrell. A Dewitt wrecker came speeding, and one of day, Dec. 17, at noon at Golden Corral at For the fourth consecutive year, Moore El- the policemen who was already there had to talk to the wrecker driver. At the end, everyone Fuqua and I-45. E-mail HobbyAirportLions Senior Cindy Au (left) with Clear Brook High ementary will also be participating in the drive. was OK, and there were no injuries. @gmail.com for more information. School physics teacher Tina Harrell. While Moore students aren’t given any specifi c Story and photo submitted by 9-year-old South Belt resident Star Bragg. Page 2, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, December 11, 2008 Readers’ Opinions Concert Immanuel series She is able to play the Wii sports and she is self-propelling herself all over announced for South Belt Tinker responds to Thanksgiving update games like bowling and baseball, so that the house. She even opened the back insurance concerns on Dianne’s recovery is probably what Santa is going to bring door and rolled herself down the ramp Consort Immanuel is very of all ages and skill levels. in the South Belt area. her this year! It is great exercise because and onto the patio, but she promised she excited to announce its 2009 Some fortunate young More details about the I am writing in response to the article, We hope you all had a great Thanks- she does it standing up and she has to wouldn't do that again! She is e-mailing a concert series created specifi- trumpet students will get the Consort Immanuel Concert “Disputes continue over Ike insurance giving with family, friends and a lot of balance. lot, surfi ng the net and shopping online. claims,” in the November 27, 2008, issue good food! We have so much to be thank- cally for the South Belt com- opportunity to perform along- Series 2009 are available at In Occupational Therapy her therapist She is communicating beautifully with munity. side seasoned professionals. www.consortimmanuel.org. of the “Leader.” I have had an insurance ful for and we want to share it with you. has really been working on her weak left her new text to speech computer. She agency in the South Belt area for more It has been several months since we Consort Immanuel, a This aids students in learn- For those who don’t like arm, hand and shoulder. She started do- can now talk to Leanne on the phone and musical arts organization ing the tricky business of surprises and want a sneak than 20 years. I believe that the “anony- brought Dianne home from The Transi- ing electrical stimulation on her arm and she loves it! She is able to do arts and which has sponsored music delivering a great perfor- preview, the concert program mous” resident who claims to have “in- tional Learning Center, the Brain Injury all the muscles are fi ring, which means crafts with Leanne and play some games concerts for the South Belt mance while standing right for each event will be posted side knowledge of the insurance indus- Rehab Residential Program in Galves- sending and receiving signals from her with her. since 2007, has moved its next to a great performer. A on the Web site just prior to try” has presented erroneous advice to ton, a couple of days before our friend brain, so we bought a unit to use at home The real highlight of the last couple of South Belt residents. "Ike" visited. Dianne decided that she so the therapist could do other things months happened in church a few weeks chamber music concerts to trumpets-only performance is the concert. The fi rst adjuster to assess your Ike did not want to go back into a residen- at therapy. Dianne was able to hold a ago. We were praying during the Altar Sunday afternoon. rare and not just a treat for the Queries about the concerts damage is not the end of the process – it tial rehab program, so we sought out an canned drink in her left hand, raise it to Call and Dianne patted her chest and This will make them acces- musicians involved. can be directed to consortim- is just the beginning. Most major carriers outpatient program. We were led to an her mouth, and put it back down again. pointed to the Altar. We walked her down sible to the general public and The local community is [email protected] or call have teams of adjusters in place to re- absolutely wonderful therapy group that We are really thrilled about her prog- and she rededicated her life to Christ. more convenient for families encouraged to take advantage concert director Eddie Lewis inspect property that the insured believes is specifi cally trained to deal with brain in- ress because we had been informed that She also wanted to contribute to this up- to attend as a unit during of this unusual opportunity to at 713-594-4584. has more damage or when more funds juries, and they are truly awesome! And she probably would not regain the use of date and she wrote, "I thank my family for 2009. enjoy some outstanding The Concert Series 2009 is are needed to complete the repairs. Any they are in The Woodlands, so it is only a her left arm and hand. God is so good! what they have gone through for me for Music is enjoyable for music, including the first pub- Consort Immanuel’s gift to policy holder who is unhappy should call 30-minute trip each way. In Speech Therapy Dianne has rapidly the last 23 months. I thank God for sav- everyone, and children are lic performance of a 12-trum- the South Belt community, their local agent. True, local agents are Dianne goes three hours a day, three progressed to three pureed meals a day, ing my life and for all the angels he has welcome at these concerts, pet masterpiece, Trumpets of and all those interested in dealing with a high volume of claims from days a week for Physical Therapy, Oc- and as of this week she is feeding herself sent to help me. I also thank Him for my which are free of charge. Jubilee. The concerts will be quality music. The public is Ike, but they are here to assist you and cupational Therapy and Speech Therapy. with a spoon. Her therapist is now work- wonderful ongoing progress. I think God The concerts are a reflec- held in the sanctuary of Mount invited to join the musicians many issues can be resolved quickly at The fi rst week of October, Dianne had her ing on thickened liquids, and Dianne's saved me to be a mom to Leanne." tion of the ideals of Consort Olive Lutheran Church on once a month starting Jan. 11 this level. initial evaluations and had three month goal is to handle swallowing all of her Thank you all for your continued Immanuel, which is involved Scarsdale Boulevard, a short for a relaxed afternoon of If you encounter problems, call your goals set. At the end of the fi rst month in music education and per- drive or walk from any home great music. agent fi rst. Most people do not need to she had already met her three month food, liquids and medications, and have prayers for Dianne. She has expressed formance. pay someone else (private adjusters, goals and all the therapists were thrilled her feeding tube removed by Christmas. appreciation and says you are all "An- lawyers) to do what they have already with her progress. That would be a wonderful Christmas gels" to her. Blessings to all, All the concerts are aimed South Belt-Ellington Leader paid their local agent/insurer to do. Most In Physical Therapy Dianne has present for her! Linda and Dan DuChemin at delivering an excellent often, policy holders are satisfi ed with learned to transfer herself from her wheel- Dianne has become very independent [email protected] music performance at profes- sional skill level, but the edu- The Voice of Community-Minded People their claim after a thorough explanation chair to another chair and back again, to of the coverage and the process. the exercise mat and back again, and to cation element is never ex- We have encouraged our policy hold- the bed and back again. She can also cluded. 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 ers to: get out of the car and into her chair by Family Math Night at Frazier For example, the season 1) Obtain and forward written esti- herself. She can also now stand from a opener Trumpets of Jubilee E-mail: [email protected] mates for additional compensation to sitting position unassisted, and sit back will bring together a large Davy and Marie Flickinger, owners your adjuster. down. She is able to stand and balance team of Houston trumpeters 2) Hire a contractor willing to meet by herself for up to twenty minutes, and with the adjuster to help facilitate addi- wave, dance and blow kisses! tional payments. She has also successfully climbed up I don’t need anonymity to give this ad- and down two fl ights of stairs with Dan vice. holding a bar across the railing for her to Honor&Remember... Rick Tinker hold on to, and her therapist helping with Insurance Agent her weak left leg.

A MEMORIAL TREE WILL BE PLACED IN THE LOBBY OF CRESPO FUNERAL HOME BROADWAY CHAPEL, 4136 BROADWAY STREET IN Deaths HOUSTON, BETWEEN DECEMBER 1 AND DECEMBER 31. death by her husband, Ed Park Funeral Home in Pear- Judith Ann Spoon; her parents; her sis- land. Interment followed at We invite you to visit our funeral home and personalize a beautiful “Judy” Spoon ter, Edith Shippert; and her SouthPark Cemetery. dove ornament, which will be provided to you, and place it on our brothers, Erwin, Virgil and To leave words of com- Richie Palmer. fort for the family, visit Memorial Tree in honor of the memory of your loved one. Our funeral She is survived by her www.southparkfunerals. home will be open daily between the hours of 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. daughters, Cathy Schlueter com. and husband Perry Owens, Frazier Elementary hosted its annual Family Math Night on Nov. 18, and For more information, contact the funeral home at 713-644-3831. Betty Bush and husband students and parents were invited to attend and participate in a variety of John; son Eddie Spoon Jr. David Wayne fun math games. Pictured are Jonathan Acosta and his father, Jeffery and wife Tina; grandchil- Sigsbee Acosta, enjoying a game together. dren Carla, Beth, Jessi, Al- exandria, Kenny, Jake, Kev- David Wayne Sigsbee, in, Samantha and Amanda; 58, former longtime South great-grandchildren Kath- Belt resident, died Tuesday, Frazier aids leukemia funding 4136 Broadway Street | Houston, TX erine, Sabrina, Zach, Ken- Dec. 9, 2008, in Victoria, ny Jr., Lyllian, Katielynn, Texas. Allisyn and Shane; sister Sigsbee was born Jan. Brenda Schmidt and hus- 10, 1950, in Victoria. He South Belt resident Ju- band Joe; brother Leslie R. lived in Victoria, Houston Request for proposals dith Ann “Judy” Spoon, 65, Palmer Jr. and wife Kathy. and Crafton, Texas. died Dec. 6, 2008. A Celebration of Life Services are pending with She was born in Roch- was held Wednesday, Dec. Fruend Funeral Home in ester, Minn., Jan. 1, 1943, 10, in the Chapel of South- Cuero, Texas. to Leslie and Evelyn Palm- er. As a young child she REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE moved to Midwest, Wyo., Leader Obituary policy and despite that she was a SEALED PROPOSALS longtime resident of South Obituaries submitted to the Leader are Houston, she never stopped published free of charge. They are edited Bid # 09-20 Project ID: #2806 calling Wyoming her home. to conform to the Leader style. Spoon was preceded in Proposals will be received in duplicate by the San Jacinto College District from qualifi ed contractors for work in accordance with the Procurement Doc- uments and addenda as may be issued prior to receipt of proposals for the San Jacinto College Child Care Lab School at the North Campus, 5800 Uvalde, Houston, TX 77049. All proposals will be received in the offi ce of Construc- Park Manor of South Belt tion at the Thomas S. Sewell District Administration Building, 4624 Fairmont Parkway, Suite 207, Pasadena, Texas 77504 until 10:00 AM on Thursday, January 15, 2009. Proposal security in the amount of ten (10) percent of the total Proposal amount for the Base Proposal and Alternates must accompany each proposal in accordance with the Instructions to Offerors. Documents will be available on Monday, December 8, 2008. The Procure- ment Documents will be distributed by Ridgway’s Inc. 2900 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77006 Tel (713) 782-8580 through the “Plan Well” system. Frazier Elementary students and staff recently participated in the Pasta for Pennies program benefiting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Pasta for Under the provisions of Texas Education Code, The San Jacinto College Pennies is a Leukemia & Lymphoma Society School & Youth Program that District will select a contractor to provide construction services that in the takes place over a three-week period and encourages students to collect opinion of the evaluators will offer the best value for the District. A manda- Clinical Services Covering: spare change to support the society’s mission to cure leukemia, lymphoma, tory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for all interested general contractors at ◆ ◆ myeloma and Hodgkin’s disease and to improve the quality of life for Skilled Nursing Long Term Care patients and their families. Frazier’s goal was to collect $1,000, but it far 10:00 AM. on Tuesday, January 6, 2009, to be held at the Thomas S. Sewell ◆ Rehabilitation and much more. surpassed this goal with a total of $2,010.01. Kelly Lohse’s fourth-grade District Administration Building, 4624 Fairmont Parkway, Suite 104, Pasade- students collected the most money with $178.84 and will receive a catered na, Texas 77504. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all proposals lunch for their contribution. Displayed on the marquee in front of the school and/or to waive any informalities in the process. 11902 Resource Parkway were the words, “Help Frazier Erase Leukemia.” For each $150 collected, (near Memorial Hermann SE Hospital) one letter in the word “leukemia” was removed. Shown standing in front of the school's marquee are McKayla Carsten, Aileen Morales and Jacqueline 281-922-6802 • Fax: 281-922-6804 Arrington. REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE Christmas musical SEALED PROPOSALS Bid # 09-19 Project ID: # 1812 adds performances Proposals will be received in duplicate by the San Jacinto College District Due to overwhelming re- All shows are at the Powell from qualifi ed contractors for work in accordance with the Procurement Doc- sponse, the San Jacinto Col- Arena Theatre, on the Central uments and addenda as may be issued prior to receipt of proposals for the San lege Central Theater and Film campus, 8060 Spencer Hwy. Department will add a per- “This is an event fi lled Jacinto College Child Care Lab School at the Central Campus, 8060 Spencer formance to Santa’s Christ- with classic Christmas songs, Highway, Pasadena, TX 77505. All proposals will be received in the offi ce of mas Magic: The Musical, a elves, living toys and a visit Construction at the Thomas S. Sewell District Administration Building, 4624 fantasy by R.J. Snivi about a with children from Santa dur- Fairmont Parkway, Suite 207, Pasadena, Texas 77504 until 2:00 PM on Thurs- sinister plot to steal Santa’s ing intermission,” Ivins said. magic. “Community and college day, January 15, 2009. Proposal security in the amount of ten (10) percent of “We sold out the fi rst week singers, dancers and actors, the total Proposal amount for the Base Proposal and Alternates must accom- of the Christmas show and plus 41 community children pany each proposal in accordance with the Instructions to Offerors. are consequently adding an as young as 3 years old make additional performance to the this a very unique event.” Documents will be available on Monday, December 8, 2008. The Procure- fi nal week of the play,” com- General admission is $10. mented Jerry Ivins, Central Admission for senior citizens, ment Documents will be distributed by Ridgway’s Inc. 2900 Smith Street, campus theater department children under 10, and group Houston, TX 77006 Tel (713) 782-8580 through the “Plan Well” system. chair. “There are tickets left organizations of 15 or more Niday Funeral Home for the second week, but they is $8. Admission is free to all Under the provisions of Texas Education Code, The San Jacinto College are going fast.” San Jacinto College students District will select a contractor to provide construction services that in the Dedicated to providing caring service at your time of need In addition to the three and employees. Concessions opinion of the evaluators will offer the best value for the District. A manda- with reasonable prices and a new, first class facility. performances already set, the are available during intermis- college is adding a 7:30 p.m. sion. All proceeds from ticket tory pre-proposal meeting is scheduled for all interested general contractors at We work with all cemeteries and offer a full range of pre-need plans that fit any show Thursday, Dec. 11. The sales and admission dona- 10:00 AM. on Tuesday, January 6, 2009, to be held at the Thomas S. Sewell other two evening shows will tions go toward scholarships District Administration Building, 4624 Fairmont Parkway, Suite 104, Pasade- income level. We accept most pre-need funeral plans written by others. be Friday, Dec. 12, and Sat- and activity funds. urday, Dec. 13, both at 7:30 For information and to na, Texas 77504. The Owner reserves the right to reject any and all proposals 12440 Beamer Rd. (1/2 blk. north of Scarsdale) • 281-464-7200 p.m. A matinee is set for reserve tickets, call 281-476- and/or to waive any informalities in the process. Sunday, Dec. 14, at 2:30 p.m. 1828. Thursday, December 11, 2008, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Dobie students assist Moore Dobie releases second six-weeks honor rolls The Business Professionals of America students from Dobie High School have taken Moore Elementary students under their wings. Dobie Offi ce Educa- Dobie High School recent- Tony Tieu, Carol To-Uyen Romero, Maria Beatrice Renee Graham, Jennifer Kan- Pomykal, Miguel Alexander Matlyn Shea Smith, James tion Coordinator Dana Tarter’s 12th-grade homeroom class tutors third- and ly released its honor rolls for Tran, David Tran, Dorthy Rosales, Christian Saldana, dace Griffith, Stephanie M. Posada, MacKenzie Kendall Martin Stahl, Tara Ann Stan- fourth-graders at Moore every Thursday morning. They work with students the second six-weeks grading Thituyen Tran, Hoa Thanh Tyree J. Samuels, Paige Leigh Gross, Jessica Michelle Guil- Posey, Heather Leanne Pues, ley, Stefanie Dianne Ta, Edgar period. Students named are as Tran, Hong Tuyet Tran, Paul Sanchez and Marcos Serrano. lory, Joseph Paul Gutierrez, Michael Pierce Raney and Roberto Tamez, John Kevin who need one-on-one assistance with reading and math and help with home- follows: Huy Tran, Thomas Ray Dustin William Sharp, Tristana Ruth Guyote, Kiara Chanel Nicolette Reyes. Clyde Batuto Tan, Sarah Z. work. In addition, Dobie Texas Association of Future Educators sponsor Allison Ninth grade Trevino, Germond D. Turner, Samantha Christina Simmons, Angleic Harris and Zaida Douglas Alexander Reyes, Taqvi, Brandi M. Theus, Binnicker’s students work twice a month with fi rst-graders who need addi- Javier Aguirre, Hasan Chukwuemeka Kendrick Christopher J. Soto, Erin Yvette Hernandez. 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Bobbie Bashinski is sent birthday wishes Thoughts and prayers are with Lois noon for the next week’s publication. Dec. 15. Sumbera, who suffered the loss of Erwin • Directories and much more! HAPPY FIRST BIRTHDAY KENNEDY! Kennedy Grace Flowers will turn 1 year Stuchbery Elementary Belota in November. They shared twelve old Monday, Dec. 15, and will celebrate with Blow out the birthday candles for Kevin years of happy memories. Albert Dec. 16. The day for a birthday party Phyllis Shaulis experienced health prob- Storm Clouds Over Jerusalem her family at a party at her house. Best wishes “I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to 11555 Beamer for a wonderful day are sent to Kennedy for Molly Angie is Dec. 17. lems which led to a heart catheterization last Melillo Middle School month. She has had more than her share of battle...” from proud grandparents Jannie and Robert (Zechariah 14:1). 281-484-4337 Scarberry of South Belt, uncle Tyler, aunt Celebrating a birthday Dec. 12 is health adventures recently. Jenny and cousins Brayden and Baylee. Guadalupe Aleman-Perez. On Dec. 15, Nancy Walker recently enjoyed travels to Why is the Middle East a cauldron always threat- Kennedy is the daughter of Stephen and Sheri Richardson is sent birthday wishes. Peru and Mexico. She is now planning two ening to boil over? Israel, the Arab nations, Rus- Stacey (Hayes) Flowers of Dickinson. Morris Middle School cruises and a trip to Hawaii. sia, Iran, and Iraq. What will happen? This 16 41’ Sloop for Hire Celebrating a birthday Dec. 16 is Lilia Glen and Cindy Barnhill send regards page booklet covers bible prophecy relating to JANIE CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY our days and ties together events that must occur Available any sunny day. 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Wishes for a wonderful birthday are sent Frank and Pat Braden are the very proud Houston Christadelphians celebrate birthdays Dec. 11 through Dec. 17. 2625 Wilshire Becky’s Atkinson Elementary to Janie De Los Santos Dec. 11. Janice grandparents of a track star: Austin Lyles. Frankum has a birthday Dec. 15. The day for He helped his high school, Argyle, win the 3A Houston, TX 77023-5247 • OVER 1,000 WIGS On Dec. 14, a birthday wish is sent to 713-921-2496 Richard Whittaker. a birthday celebration for Jennifer Guerrero Cross Country championship last month. He’s is Dec. 16. looking forward to a great athletic future. [email protected] • HAIR PIECES Burnett Elementary www.theonehope.org • HATS Celebrating a birthday Dec. 13 is Cynthia Dobie High Roy and Cathy Haney are proud of their Marking a birthday Dec. 11 is Mary grandson, Ryan Haney, a sophomore at • TURBANS Henderson. Bush Elementary Obenauf. The day for a party for Philip Strake Jesuit who is part of his school’s Dr. Angelle B. 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Eason, Christen Herrada, 19, was awarded of then campus president Dr. Museum opened on the west Lee Edens, Quinton Kirk www.pasadenaisd.org/atcp $297,000 in a court case Parker Williams. side of Hobby Airport. The against the city of Houston. The Beverly Hills Bear building was the original air- Herrada lost an arm in an Brains defeated San Jacinto port terminal that opened in accident in which he hit a Intermediate 52-37 to win the September 1940 as Houston chuck hole in the road and his fall semester championship Municipal Airport. It was car overturned. in Academic Games competi- used until 1954, when the Pasadena Independent tion. Team members were larger terminal on Airport School District board of trus- Tracie Barnet, Ethan Block, Bouvelard opened. At the Support The tees met with officials from the Jennifer Bowman, Glorene time of opening, the museum Houston Independent School Craven, Casey Heinicken, was the only museum in South Belt-Ellington Leader’s District. The purpose of the Darron Henson, Rachel Houston dedicated to civil meeting was to encourage other Jones, Katie Laas, Jonathan aviation history. 26th Annual districts (of a strong majority of Lindsley, Kabir Mohammed, 1 year ago (2007) Christmas program white students) to voluntarily Chris Moore, Nhu Nguyen, Two Sagemeadow homes participate in an intra-district Patrick Nguyen, Emma in the 11400 block of Sage- desegregation program. Onwudiegwu, Cody Outlaw, white near Sageplum were 25 years ago (1983) Nick Radcliffe, Tina Sanders, destroyed by fire on Wed- The South Belt-Ellington Leader is A temporary post office David Scott, Russell Wilson, nesday, Dec. 5. Seven fire was set up at Almeda Mall as Amanda Zamora and coaches trucks responded to the blaze, currently seeking food, cash an experiment by the U.S. Samantha Usnick, Rene including units from the Postal Service to relieve con- Perez and Susan Gause. Southeast Volunteer Fire donations and toys for needy gestion at the Almeda-Genoa 10 years ago (1998) Department, the Forest Bend station. Coby Cagle was honored Fire Department and the families this holiday season. There The board of regents at as the Dobie football team’s Houston Fire Department. JME#HEECIK?J;I$;L;D?D=C7D7=;HÉIH;9;FJ?ED$ San Jacinto College voted to most valuable player at the Fortunately, there were no 7D:;L;HOJ>?D=OEKD;;:

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Senior Rams win, capping comeback Stingaree Stadium, Texas City, Saturday, Dec. 6 What a Super Saturday Dolphins seemed to be one berto Saenz Jr., Michael Kenneth Malone Jr., George Mackey Jr., Jalen Williams, it was in Texas City Dec. step ahead as the game pro- McNatt, Tylor Alfred, An- Rodriguez, Michael Garcia Alec Figueroa, Ernie Guz- Senior division 6 as the Bay Area Football gressed. thony Cantu, Jonathan Lon- and Jarvis Lester. man, Jaylon Bolden, Nicho- League hosted its champi- But back came the Rams don, Donovan Simmons, Host TC takes upset las Alvarez, Kaelon Woods, Ellington Rams 25 (12-1) onship round. (12-1). Proving a week sev- Gloster, Marcus Segura, The host Texas City Joshua Romero, Adrian Southbelt Dolphins 24 (12-1) All four games were en loss to the Dolphins was Christopher Castex, Isaiah Stingrays pulled off an up- Fonseca, Blake Cervantes, close, and three were decid- defi nitely behind them, the Freeman, Metrelle Taylor, set in the Super Bowl, beat- Breon Simmons, Kevin ed in the closing minutes. Rams made a fi nal stand. Christopher Gilliam, Gant, ing the Patriots 13-6 in the Collins, Royce Hunter, Junior division One game even went into Byron Gloster got the Robinson, Jacobs and Ja- junior title game. DeAndre Childs, Anthony Texas City Stingrays 13 (11-2) Pearland won the sopho- Stasiak, Nicholas Irwin, Jo- more Super Bowl in 2007 seph Castaneda, David Ro- Pearland Patriots 6 (12-1) with many of the same play- darte, Barone Rivera, Noah ers making the move to the Ortega, Michael Slaten, junior division. Evan Mottu and Malcolm Sophomore division The Patriots’ junior team Weston. Pearland Hurricanes 14 (13-0) then went 12-0 this sea- Ellington freshmen slip son heading into the Super The Pearland Hurricanes Ellington Rams 8 (12-1) Bowl and seemed to have won their second Super an advantage over the 11-2 Bowl of the day, defeating Freshman division Stingrays. the Ellington Rams 27-6 in During the regular sea- the fi nal game of the entire Pearland Hurricanes 27 (13-0) son, the Patriots defeated BAFl season. Texas City 27-6. This time Members of the Rams Ellington Rams 6 (11-2) around, the game was much who were fantastic included closer as the Stingrays had a Desmond Owens, Mateo solid game plan. Guzman, Anthony Gracia, The Stingrays scored Gabriel Fonseca, Matthew fi rst and led 6-0 for much Cervantes, Devin Childs, Sports Calendar of the game. But the Patri- Joseph Holbert, Matthew ots scored late in regulation Lopez, DeJuan Dixson, Tra- play and the two teams went vis Watson, Montrai Scott, BASKETBALL to overtime tied 6-6. Javian Castaneda, Mark Thursday, Dec. 11 There, the Stingrays Milton, Nakia Johnson, Clear Brook varsity girls at Clear Creek tourn., TBA scored on the fi rst play of Isaac Martinez, Nicholas Clear Brook varsity boys at Cy-Falls tourn., TBA overtime and earned the Rodarte, Dedrick Carr, Zion In the sophomore Super Bowl game, the Rams’ Tywon Dobie JV boys at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA conversion make for a 13-6 Walker, Isaiah Forero, Ryan Mackey Jr. (44) outbattled a Pearland Hurricanes’ sec- Clear Brook JV girls at Baytown Lee tourn., TBA edge. Williams, Jonathan More- ondary player to snare a two-point conversion pass in Dobie freshman A boys at Sam Rayburn tourn., TBA Rams’ sophs fall late no, John Gonzalez, Quirino the fi rst half. The play allowed the Rams to lead 8-6 for The Rams’ bid for a Su- Guajardo, Justin Rogers and much of the game until the Hurricanes stole the win in per Bowl crown fell short Ivan Tagle. the closing minutes. Friday, Dec. 12 in the fi nal minutes as the Dobie varsity girls at Angleton, 7:00 The Southbelt senior team, bidding to go 13-0, appeared to have the Super Bowl Pearland Hurricanes took a Clear Brook varsity boys at Cy-Falls tourn., TBA game in hand after Jaylon Johnson (1) intercepted a pass intended for Isaiah Free- 14-8 win. Clear Brook varsity girls at Clear Creek tourn., TBA man and raced 35 yards for a touchdown. At that point, the Dolphins led 24-13 The Rams scored in the Clear Brook JV girls at Baytown Lee tourn., TBA before the Rams scored 12 unanswered points to win the game 25-24. fi rst half and also scored Dobie JV boys at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA two on the conversion pass an overtime session before Rams to within 24-19 on a colby Rogers. Dobie JV girls at Angleton, 5:30 to lead 8-6. a winner could be decided. touchdown run late in the The Dolphins, who end- Despite not being able to Dobie freshman A girls at Angleton, 4:00 In the end, the Pearland third quarter. In the fourth ed their season at 12-1, got Dobie freshman A boys at Sam Rayburn tourn., TBA advance the ball out of their Hurricanes stole the show quarter, the Rams turned to 10-yard and 4-yard scor- own territory for much of Dobie freshman B boys at Baytown Lee tourn., TBA with Super Bowl wins over their defense for a helping ing runs from Isaac Garza. the second half, the Rams the Ellington Rams in the hand. Kevian Deleon scored on a still led 8-6 with about four Saturday, Dec. 13 freshman and sophomore Cordero Jacobs came seven-yard run, and John- minutes to play. Clear Brook varsity girls at Clear Creek tourn., TBA divisions. through with the big play son’s interception return Then the Hurricanes fi - Clear Brook varsity boys at Cy-Falls tourn., TBA But three other BAFL as he recovered a Dolphins’ for a touchdown covered 35 nally came back. A safety Clear Brook JV girls at Baytown Lee tourn., TBA programs, including the fumble and ran 37 yards for yards. knotted the game at 8-8. Dobie JV boys at Pasadena ISD tourn., TBA Texas City Stingrays, Pear- the go-ahead score. Jonnell Detiege had a On the Hurricanes’ next land Patriots and the South- In the closing minutes, fumble recovery on a kick- Dobie freshman A boys at Sam Rayburn tourn., TBA possession, the team took belt Dolphins, had reasons the Rams ensured their win off, and Carlos Rodriguez Dobie freshman B boys at Baytown Lee tourn., TBA the lead with a scoring run. to be proud. after picking up another caused a fumble by the The Rams got the ball Senior Rams rally over SB Southbelt fumble just as it Rams. back but could not score Monday, Dec. 15 Down 24-13 in the third- appeared the Dolphins were Others who played well as the Hurricanes won the Dobie JV boys at Clear Creek, 5:30 quarter after an interception headed for a score. for the Dolphins included game to complete a perfect Dobie sophomore boys at Clear Creek, 5:30 return by Jaylon Johnson Byron Gloster scored the Andrew Lopez, Hector 13-0 season. Ellington fell Dobie freshman A boys at Clear Creek, 4:00 of Southbelt, the Ellington Rams’ fi rst touchdown in Flores Jr., Benjamin Scott, to 11-2. Dobie freshman B boys at Clear Creek, 4:00 Rams’ senior team could the opening quarter of play. Robert Andrade, James Each of the Rams played Isaiah Freeman, a senior defensive standout for the Ellington Rams, wrestled Isaac have folded its tent. Later, Carnez Gant and Ar- Davis, Tramelle Williams, a terrifi c game, including Garza of the Southbelt Dolphins to the ground in the fi rst half of the Rams’ big Su- Tuesday, Dec. 16 Instead, the team rallied mani Robinson found the Jacoby Perro, Joshua Bol- Anthony Owens, Tywon per Bowl win. Southbelt’s Benjamin Scott (right) tumbled on the play. for two unanswered touch- end zone as the Rams stayed ling, Mason Miller, Kevin Dobie varsity boys at Clear Creek, 7:00 downs, taking a 25-24 vic- within reach. Simms, Santos Roblez, Dobie varsity girls host Pasadena, 7:30 tory in stunning fashion. Members of the Rams’ Daniel Delotte, Jonathan Dobie varsity girls host Pasadena, 7:30 It had been a hard-fought championship team are Webb, Jason Lester, Brad- Clear Brook varsity girls at Dickinson, 7:00 game to that point, but the Derek DeLosSantos, Ro- ley Cook, Xavier Williams, Dobie JV girls host Pasadena, 6:00 Clear Brook JV girls at Dickinson, 5:30 Clear Brook varsity girls at Dickinson, 7:00 Clear Brook varsity boys host Alief Taylor, 7:00 Dobie freshman A girls host Pasadena, 4:30 Dobie freshman B girls host Pasadena, 6:00 Clear Brook freshman A girls at Dickinson, 4:00

Wednesday, Dec. 17 Beverly Hills 8th Dark girls host Park View, 4:30 Photos by Beverly Hills 8th Light girls host Park View, 5:45 Beverly Hills 7th Dark girls host Park View, 4:30 John Bechtle & Beverly Hills 7th Light girls host Park View, 5:45 Thompson 8th Dark girls host Miller, 4:30 David Flickinger Thompson 8th Light girls host Miller, 5:45 Thompson 7th Dark girls host Miller, 4:30 Thompson 7th Light girls host Miller, 5:45 Thompson 7th Dark boys at Miller, 5:00 Thompson 7th Light boys at Miller, 6:15 Thompson 8th Dark boys at Miller, 5:00 Thompson 8th Light boys at Miller, 6:15 Beverly Hills 8th Dark boys at Park View, 5:00 Beverly Hills 8th Light boys at Park View, 6:15 Zion Walker had several Beverly Hills 7th Dark boys at Park View, 5:00 big gains for the Rams’ Beverly Hills 7th Light boys at Park View, 6:15 freshman team as the lo- cals went head-to-head in Friday, Dec. 19 the fi nal Super Bowl game of the day. In the end, Dobie varsity boys host Channelview, 7:00 the Pearland Hurricanes The Rams’ senior team used a physical style of running came back from an 11-point defi cit in the second half. Dobie varsity girls at Sam Rayburn, 7:30 wrapped up an unbeaten by players like Byron Gloster to come back and defeat On this Gloster run, Dolphin players, from left, James Clear Brook varsity girls host Brazoswood, 7:00 season with a victory over the senior Dolphins in the Super Bowl game Dec. 6 at Davis (27), Carlos Rodriguez (13), Joshua Bolling (32), Clear Brook varsity boys at Memorial, Philips,7:00 the Rams. Texas City. Gloster scored a touchdown as the Rams Jonnell Detiege (7) and Isaac Garza (66) close in. Dobie JV boys host Channelview, 5:30 Dobie JV girls at Sam Rayburn, 6:00 Clear Brook JV girls host Brazoswood, 5:30 Dobie sophomore boys host Channelview, 4:00 Dobie freshman A boys at Deer Park tourn., TBA Dobie freshman A girls at Sam Rayburn, 4:30 Clear Brook freshman A girls host Brazoswood, 4:00 Dobie freshman B boys host Channelview, 4:00 Dobie freshman B girls at Sam Rayburn, 6:00

Tuesday, Dec. 23 Clear Brook varsity boys host Humble, 1:00 Clear Brook JV boys host Humble, 11:30 a.m. Clear Brook sophomore boys host Humble, 10 a.m. Clear Brook freshman A boys host Humble, 11:30 a.m. Clear Brook freshman B boys host Humble, 10 a.m.

Saturday, Dec. 27 Dobie varsity boys at Alvin Lions tourn., TBA

Monday, Dec. 29 Dobie varsity boys at Alvin Lions tourn., TBA Dobie varsity girls at College Station tourn., TBA Clear Brook varsity boys at Springdale, Ark., tourn., TBA

Tuesday, Dec. 30 Dobie varsity boys at Alvin Lions tourn., TBA Clear Brook varsity girls host Elkins, 7:00 Clear Brook varsity boys at Springdale, Ark., tourn., TBA Clear Brook JV girls host Elkins, 5:30 Clear Brook freshman A girls host Elkins, 4:00

SWIMMING Mark Milton (10), who had a big offensive year to help the freshman Rams reach Turnovers played a big role as the sophomore teams own loose ball as, from left, Tywon Mackey Jr., Joseph Saturday, Dec. 13 the Super Bowl game, had another solid game against the Pearland Hurricanes. from Ellington and the Pearland Hurricanes went Castaneda (2) and Joshua Romero (7) closed in on the Dobie aquatics at Jingle Bell invite, Clear Brook, TBA Unfortunately for the locals, the Hurricanes fi nished an unbeaten season by win- head-to-head for the Super Bowl crown Dec. 6 at Texas loose ball. Pearland eventually won the game 14-8 on a Brook aquatics hosts Jingle Bell invite, TBA ning the big game. City. On this play, the Rams were able to rescue their late touchdown. Thursday, December 11, 2008, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Coyote soccer trio tabbed all-Americans SBHLL postpones 16-under tourney; sign-up set San Jacinto College sopho- Offi cials in the Sage- fi eld would not be ready www.eteamz.com/sbhll for dates for Jan. 10, Jan. 15 more goalkeeper Gabe Ro- mont-Beverly Hills Little in time to host the original more details. and Jan. 17, 2009. driguez (left) was named a League have postponed event. SBHLL sign-up dates All three sign-ups will National Junior College a 16-under wooden bat The tournament is still Sagemont-Beverly Hills take place at the league Athletic Association fi rst tournament until further being planned. Players and Little League offi cials have facility at El Franco Lee team all-American after notice. families are asked to visit set the league’s registration Park. a standout season. He was The junior/senior divi- Hours on Jan. 10 and joined on the fi rst team by sion fi eld, which would Lil’ Texans 10-U tryouts Dec. 13 Jan. 17 are from 9 a.m. fellow sophomore Kieron have been the host site, to noon and 1 to 3 p.m. Bernard (see related story is still undergoing repairs The Lil’ Texans, a 10- Only serious players are Hours on Jan. 15 are 5 to on Page 1B), the teams’ after damage from Hurri- under select baseball team asked to attend. All posi- 8 p.m. sweeper. The Coyotes’ cane Ike. in the South Belt area, will tions are open. Children must turn age third all-American was Those repairs are host a tryout Dec. 13 at For more information, 5 on or prior to April 30, freshman forward Mozesh steadily being made, but Beverly Hills Intermediate call coach Craig Redmon at 2009, to be eligible to Gyoria (far right in photo offi cials determined the beginning at 1 p.m. 281-236-5112. compete in the league. at right, shown marking Tyler’s Micah Johnson (22). All three players were key to helping the Coyotes Pasadena ISD Intermediate Basketball to their best-ever fi nish in school history. The team lost in the national fi nal, Boys’ standings Girls’ Standings 1-0 to Yavapai. Eighth Grade Light Division Eighth Grade Light Division Photos by John Bechtle School W L School W L San Jacinto Tigers 2 0 San Jacinto Tigers 2 0 10-U Starlites fi nish terrifi c season Bondy Patriots 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Miller Falcons 2 0 South Houston Indians 1 1 Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Jackson Wildcats 1 1 Southmore Bulldogs 1 1 Queens Hornets 1 1 Thompson Lions 1 1 Thompson Lions 1 1 Queens Hornets 0 2 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Miller Falcons 0 2 South Houston Indians 0 2 SJC softball staff Southmore Bulldogs 0 2 Jackson Wildcats 0 2 Eighth Grade Dark Divison Eighth Grade Dark Divison gets regional nod School W L School W L The San Jacinto College and I thank all my coaches San Jacinto Tigers 2 0 Queens Hornets 2 0 softball coaching staff for a great season.” has recently been named Saenz is entering her Bondy Patriots 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 the 2008 Midwest Region sixth season at San Jacinto Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Southmore Bulldogs 2 0 National Fastpitch Coaching College and is coming off Association (NFCA) of the program’s most suc- South Houston Indians 1 1 Thompson Lions 2 0 Coaching Staff of the Year. cessful season. The coaching staff includes This season, the staff Jackson Wildcats 1 1 Miller Falcons 1 1 fifth-year head coach, Kelly is looking to build on last Queens Hornets 1 1 San Jacinto Tigers 1 1 Saenz, and assistant coaches year’s success with the The South Belt 10-under Starlites took second place in an Alvin tournament, Thompson Lions 1 1 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Dionna Lopez, James Perry national title in their sights. bringing an end to the fall season for the team. Members of the team are, left to and Kevin Mentzel. “The team looks pretty right, (lying down) Jocylin Reyes, Brooke Flores, (kneeling) Jackie Villlarreal, Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Jackson Wildcats 0 2 “It’s always an honor to strong this season, and I’m Christina DeLeon, Michelle Kristoff, (third row) Ariel Lopez, Brittany Rodri- be chosen for something hoping we can be as suc- guez, Clarissa Moreno, Shelby Ermis, Dominique Palacios, Madison Jimenez Miller Falcons 0 2 Southmore Bulldogs 0 2 like this by your peers,” said cessful, if not more, as last (back row) head coach Bobby Reyes and assistant coaches Eric Flores and Ray Southmore Bulldogs 0 2 Beverly Hills Bears 0 2 Saenz, who guided the San year,” added Saenz. Rodriguez. Submitted photo Jac softball team to its first- For more information ever national tournament in about San Jacinto College Seventh Grade Light Division Seventh Grade Light Division 2008, finishing fourth. “It softball, visit www.sanjac School W L School W L was definitely a team effort, sports.com. High school soccer workouts begin Queens Hornets 2 0 San Jacinto Wildcats 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Miller Falcons 2 0 South Houston Indians 1 1 Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Southmore Bulldogs 1 1 Southmore Bulldogs 1 1 San Jacinto Tigers 1 1 Thompson Lions 1 1 Thompson Lions 1 1 Queens Hornets 0 2 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Miller Falcons 0 2 South Houston Indians 0 2 Jackson Wildcats 0 2 Jackson Wildcats 0 2 Seventh Grade Dark Divison Seventh Grade Dark Divison School W L School W L Queens Hornets 2 0 San Jacinto Wildcats 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 Bondy Patriots 2 0 Beverly Hills Bears 2 0 Miller Falcons 2 0 South Houston Indians 1 1 Thompson Lions 2 0 Southmore Bulldogs 1 1 Southmore Bulldogs 1 1 San Jacinto Tigers 1 1 Beverly Hills Bears 1 1 Thompson Lions 1 1 Queens Hornets 0 2 High school soccer workouts are under way as players took to the practice fi eld Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Parkview Cowboys 0 2 Dec. 1. The fi rst day allowed for scrimmages is Jan. 2, 2009, and regular-season games are allowed to begin Jan. 8, 2009. The Dobie Lady Longhorns, featuring Miller Falcons 0 2 South Houston Indians 0 2 San Jacinto College head softball coach Kelly Saenz 2008 defensive player of the year Ashleyn Leighton (with ball), have high hopes Jackson Wildcats 0 2 Jackson Wildcats 0 2 cheers on the team after its fourth-place finish at the after making the area round last season. Photo by John Bechtle 2008 national tournament. HELP WANTED CALENDAR

6:30 p.m. FULL-TIME POSITIONS Houston Chapter of Inmate Families Organization – Meets at Ms. Janet’s FRIENDSWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER the Montrose Library, 4100 Montrose. Call 713-515-3736 for more Children of the Future information. NOW HIRING CUSTOMER SERVICE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12 Serious inquiries only need apply. 7 a.m. • FT LVN 2-10 M-F AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. LEAGUE CITY LOCATION REPRESENTATIVES from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, • ADON (long term care experience) 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- • Infant Teacher, Full-Time tion, or just drop in. • C.N.A’s all shifts & SALES ASSOCIATES 10 a.m. THINK • After School Helper, Part-Time Free Line Dance Class – The Friendswood Senior Citizen MONEY Apply in person 3007 Invincible Dr., League City Experience is a plus. Great Place to Work. Program offers free line dancing classes. The class is held at Call: 281-993-5129 the activity building, located at 416 Morningside. All area senior Please fax resume to 281-922-6022 citizens, 55 or older, are invited. Previous experience not required. Call 281-538-5310 or Fax: 281-993-5183 For more information, call 281-482-8441. THINK AARP – The American Association of Retired Persons meets the second Friday of each month at Kirkwood South Christian Church, THE 10811 Kirkfair. CLASSIFIEDS noon NOW HIRING! Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The CALENDAR ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in rol Service Cont Techn Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program buy... est icia FLEXIBLE HOURS P CALL n THURSDAY, DECEMBER 11 of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic you’ll 7 a.m. or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431.

281-485-7600 AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13 save High Income Potential from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 6 p.m. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the NASA Gilruth money! tion, or just drop in. Center on Space Center. Refreshments provided. For more 9:30 a.m. information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554-5675 or George sell... Seeking Managers for Fire Works Stands NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – meets the second Wieland at 281-286-5682, or visit www.frontiersquares.com. Thursday of the month at 9:30 a.m. at the Lighthouse Fellowship SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14 you’ll Sales Professionals of Friends, 144 Park Avenue in League City. The public is welcome 2 p.m. Needed for 13 days and encouraged to bring others to the interdenominational meet- Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. make & Managers ing. Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Noon from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, money! Call Rob or Debbie at 281-488-2255 for interview 12/20- 1/1/09 Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, MONDAY, DECEMBER 15 1002 Gemini, Suite 128 • Houston, TX 77058 Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. 7 a.m. Call Today Email: [email protected] 6 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. 281-481-5656 Call 281-431-5330 St. Luke’s Catholic Church – Free tutoring for all ages is available from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 p.m. in the Education Building 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- ✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩✩ Leave Message at St. Luke the Evangelist Church, 11011 Hall Road. For informa- tion, or just drop in. tion, call 281-484-1397 or e-mail [email protected]. Continued on Page 4B Page 4, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, December 11, 2008 REAL ESTATE

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CALENDAR SERVICE AUTOMOTIVE FOR SALE: 1993 Mercury Villager, Continued from Page 3B 7 p.m. ERA SOUTHBELT new brakes, battery, runs good. 9 a.m. The Compassionate Friends – TCF meets on the third Tuesday $1,000 OBO. 281-464-7440 or Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech of every month at 7 p.m. at the Friendswood United Methodist 281-997-2626 713-449-0022. 12-11 therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, Church, 204 W. Edgewood (FM2351) in the Family Life Center, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for second floor, room 214. TCF is a nondenominational, self-help We Will Sell Your House or ERA Will Buy It! a complete list of services offered. organization offering friendship, support and understanding to Additional Service LEAGUE CITY: 3/1.5/2, Oversized lot, STORAGE 10 a.m. bereaved families who have lost a son, daughter or sibling. For Free Walking Classes – for plus size women are held Mondays information, call 281-332-2887 or 281-992-0145. $124,500. BOATS, RV’s, CARS and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Sagemont Community Center, Positive Interaction Program – meets the third Tuesday of SAGEMONT: 4-2-2 Detached Garage. MLS • Concrete floors 11507 Hughes Road. Let’s move together. Registration required. each month at 7 p.m. at Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, ads on page 5B • Electricity • Water For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. 11800 Astoria, in the staff meeting room 1st floor. Bring a friend #3976256, $105,000. Noon or neighbor and work together to make PIP the best in the city. CLEAR BROOK CROSSING: 4-2.5-2 + 25’ stall - $65 Free Exercise Class – Basic low impact aerobic classes on PIP consists of police and citizens working together to help make $ Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at noon at the Sagemont neighborhoods safer. For more information, call Officer Randy Derr Loft Upstairs, 2,420 Sq. Ft. $155,500, MLS# 30’ stall - 80 Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road. Registration is required. at 281-218-3900. 2446324. 713-943-7172 For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. Texas German Society, South Belt (Southeast) Chapter – A PAY-LESS HOME IMPROVEMENT 6 p.m. social group interested in early German settlements in Texas – the PEARLAND: 4/5-2.5-2, 2,999 Sq. Ft. 11502 Dumas Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua culture, music, heritage and language of the immigrants. Meetings ROOFING • BRICK • SIDING • DRYWALL • PAINTING $238,500, MLS# 1258925. from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are are held the third Tuesday of each month at Mt. Olive Lutheran CABINETS • ACOUSTIC CEILING • TILE & MORE... BUS SERVICE invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Visitors are welcome. Call Ted or FREE Estimate • Work Guaranteed MS. DEBORAH’S CHILDREN’S 6:30 p.m. Ella at 713-944-5407 for more information. Bus Service. Pasadena-Clear Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Weekly 713.373.2581 Brook Schools. Before/after Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more sexual assault support group offers a confidential self-help support school, sports practice, Guidance information. group for victim/survivors of rape and sexual abuse. To attend or for COMMERCIAL SHED Center, Detention Hall. 281-922- 7 p.m. more information, call 281-286-2525. 7061. 12-25 Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17 ALAN’S PAINTING & METAL BUILDING CHILD CARE Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. 7 a.m. CARPENTRY SERVICE Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. On 1 Acre Of Land. Stabilized Parking. Ideal MS. SHERRY’S DAY CARE, other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, All Home Repairs • Rotten Wood • Doors • Decks • Etc. for construction, plumber, electrical, repair morning & afternoon. Registered Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- shop. On Monroe near Fuqua. home. School age children, Fuqua The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society, Inc. – Meets the third tion, or just drop in. 713-515-3781 near Blackhawk. Transportation to week of each month at the Clear Lake Park Building, 5001 NASA 10 a.m. COMPETITIVE RENT. - from area schools. Afternoon Parkway. Guests welcome. Designed to promote education and Free Walking Classes – for plus size women are held Mondays activities. 713-941-3032. 12-25 popular interest in the various earth sciences, hobbies dealing with and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. at the Sagemont Community Center, 281-484-1111 COMPUTER the art of lapidaries and the science of minerals and fossils. 11507 Hughes Road. Let’s move together. Registration required. YOUR FRIENDLY Neighborhood TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16 For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. CARPENTER Computer Guy - New hard drive, 7 a.m. 11:30 a.m. ★ SHEETROCK ★ CARPENTRY REPAIRS Hardware upgrades, Increase AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets at 11:30 a.m. on the first and ★ ★ ★ from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, DOORS PAINTING FLOORS memory, Wireless setup, & Home third Wednesday of the month. Meetings are held at the Golden ★ ★ networking. Complete computer 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Corral at Fuqua and I-45. E-mail [email protected] ROTTEN WOOD ROOFING tion, or just drop in. scan for viruses, spyware & for more information. Gary Sallman LAWN & 11 a.m. Noon 713-941-0847 adware. $35. 713-987-9189. 12-18 The Bay Area Military Officers’ Wives – hold monthly luncheon Free Exercise Class – Basic low impact aerobic classes on Southbelt-Data-Systems - Hard meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at Drive Data Recovery - Linux Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at noon at the Sagemont Bay Oaks Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Active duty or retired Platinum Home Builders is a construction com- Installation. 10909 Sabo, Suite Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road. Registration is required. GARDEN officers’ wives are eligible. For information, contact Wanda For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. pany with over 12 years experience servicing 120, 281-922-4160. 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La Leche League of Pasadena – Mothers who wish to breast- TREE TRIMMING, TOPPING & HAULING FOUND BLONDE FEMALE For more information, call Beatrice at 281-922-2343. feed their babies will find support and information at the Fairmont • Full Service • Stump Grinding Chihuahua near beltway. Call 713- 1 p.m. Library on Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena. Meetings are held the Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- EAKIN Free Estimates 209-2839. 12-11 third week of the month. Children and nursing babies welcome. For mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. more information, call 281-998-1095. - INSURED - FOUND FEMALE TERRIER MIX Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main, Pasadena. on 12/08 in Kirkhill area. Very Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Domestic Over 20 Yrs. Experience For information, call 713-472-0565. violence support group for male survivors meets each Wednesday PLUMBING sweet, young, black head, body Call Dan Gross 1:30 p.m. at 210 S. Walnut off NASA Parkway. Call 281-338-7600 for informa- spotted black & white. 832-656- “If it’s Leaking Call Eakin” Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech tion. Participants may join at any time as this is an open group. In need of business cards? 1148. 12-11 832-768-6292 therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and 7 p.m. ❖ SVC & Repair Specialists GARAGE SALE Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. 281-922-4787 Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential $10 Off ❖ Alvin & Surrounding Areas Senior 9818 SAGECOURT: Sat. only, hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. domestic violence support group for women meets every week. 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In Texas you get to Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church Texas Southeast Christian Women’s Club – Texas Southeast choose your doctor. Call me, Dr. of Christ, 938 El Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for Christian Women’s Club, in affiliation with Stonecroft Ministries, Michael Stokes for your free con- information. hosts monthly luncheons at Golfcrest Country Club from 11:15 sultation. 281-481-1623. I will work TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – Meets at Sagemont a.m. to 1 p.m. on the third Thursday of every month. The luncheon DON’S MOWING for you. I have been relieving back Recreation Center, 11507 Hughes. For information, call Erma includes a buffet, an informative program and an inspirational and neck pain for South Belt fami- Coskey at 713-946-6049. speaker. Cost is $16 all inclusive. All ladies are welcome, but res- lies for over 25 years. I want to be Pearland Area Republican Women’s Club – meets at Perry’s ervations are necessary. 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Clear Creek Peggy Whitley Classic Dec. 11-13, Creek High School Dobie’s speed, athleticism Dec. 11 matchups overwhelms Wolverines Clear Creek vs. Cy-Creek Continued from Page 1B pleased in the end. make the consolation fi nal. Butler gym, 1 p.m. Apparently White isn’t “Unfortunately, lapses In a 42-39 win over Hous- the only player buying into are part of basketball,” ton Davis, White paced the what Cross is selling dur- Cross said. “I thought we Longhorns with 15 points Pearland vs. Waco Midway ing his fi rst season as head did a great job for three and Cody Catney chipped Carlisle Field House, 1 p.m. coach. quarters. We have to get in with eight. And a win over a young the ball out and get up and White (21 points) and Jo- and inexperienced Clear down the fl oor. seph (18 points) guided the Brook team that was also “Deylan and Trevar shot Longhorns to a 63-48 vic- Elkins vs. Clear Lake missing a key inside player the ball well from deep, but tory over Kashmere. Butler gym, 2:30 p.m. does not make a season spe- we have to be able to get to In a 75-68 win against cial. the basket and score. We did C.E. King, White exploded But with just three regu- that tonight.” for 39 points and Catney Clear Brook vs. Klein Collins lar season games and the White, Joseph excel followed with 11. Alvin Lions tournament at White and Rayshad Jo- Despite a 76-71 loss to Carlisle Field House, 2:30 p.m. Christmas standing between seph, who missed the Clear Livingston in the conso- the Longhorns and the start Brook game with an injury, lation title game, White of district play, it’s time for teamed to help the Long- and Joseph both scored 26 Cy-Fair vs. Beaumont Westbrook Dobie (8-6) to play more horns win three of fi ve points. games like it did against games in the Katy Indepen- For the tournament, Butler gym, 4 p.m. Brook. dent School District tourna- White shot 54 free throws, To the Wolverines’ credit, ment Dec. 4-6. making 41 of them. they came out in the fourth The Longhorns lost the North Shore vs. Deer Park quarter and scored 25 points tournament opener 51-43 to Clear Brook’s long- Carlisle Field House, 4 p.m. after netting just 27 in the Morton Ranch, sliding into range shooter Aaron fi rst three quarters. the consolation bracket. Miller got free for 13 Cross, although dis- Against Morton Ranch, points, but otherwise Dobie point guard Michael Selexman (right) ran the mayed that a couple of Joseph led Dobie with 11 the Longhorns zone de- La Porte vs. Clear Springs offense well against Brook and also netted 10 points. timeouts failed to stem the points. Dobie went on to fended him well. Butler gym, 5:30 p.m. Here, he went against Brook’s Derron Bakely. Brook tide, came away win three straight games to

Baytown Sterling vs. Dulles Whitley hoops: Brook sophomore top newcomer; Cassell on fi rst unit Carlisle Field House, 5:30 p.m. Talent aplenty at CCISD event Dittrich among 24-5A all-district volleyball elite Continued from Page 1B Of course with the deep pool of talent on the team side of things, there Most Valuable Player are plenty of outstanding Second team picks individual players set to take to the court. Megan Pendergast OH – Caiti O’Connell, Clear Brook, Soph. Lauren Flores of North Shore and Cokie Clear Creek, OH, Sr. L – Trysta Dionne, Clear Brook, Soph. Reed of Waco Midway OH – Ericka Silvas, Dickinson, Soph. are in the tournament along with several other Newcomer of the Year MB – Kristy Rardin, Dickinson, Soph. big-timers. S – Logen Borque, Clear Lake, Jr. Flores, a four-year Alicia Dittrich starter, and Reed, who is S – Caleigh Oswald, Clear Springs, Soph. talented enough to have L – Shirley Paul, Clear Springs, Jr. helped Waco Midway Clear Brook, MB, Soph. grab a preseason na- L – Reagan Schoen, Alvin, Jr. tional ranking, have both Coach of the Year OH – Kailey Killingworth, Alvin, Jr. signed with Texas. Dulles’ Kelsey Bone, Scott Simonds OH – Cherish Krohn, Clear Creek, Jr. who is considering na- MB – Amanda Watson, Clear Creek, Jr. tional powers Connecti- cut and Tennessee among Clear Creek DS/OH – Rachel Hobaugh, Clear Creek, Soph. her collegiate choices, will lead the No. 1 state- ranked Lady Vikings into Chiney Ogwumike of Cy Fair is just one of the top the tournament. First team picks Honorable mention players in for the Clear Creek Peggy Whitley Classic. There’s also Cy-Fair junior Chiney Ogwu- L – Haley Jacobs, Clear Creek, Sr. OH – Amanda Underwood, Alvin, Jr. mike, a 6-foot-2-inch USA slashing forward who Setter – Becky Bekelja, Clear Creek, Sr. MB – Brooke Stitt, Alvin, Jr. played in the state tour- OH –Elizabeth Engen, Brazoswood, Sr. ALL-AMERICAN DANCE nament last season and OH – Madeline Gaffney, Clear Creek, Jr. has returned as one of RS – Taylor Smith, Clear Creek, Sr. S – Jennifer Simon, Brazoswood, Jr. & CHEER ACADEMY the area’s best players. Cy-Creek Dawn Kiel S/RS – Alex Cassell, Clear Brook, Sr. MB – April Grabowski, Clear Brook, Sr. Hiphop, Ballet, Jazz & Cheer and Sherrie Bennett of Setter – Sam Bentley, Clear Brook, Jr. DS – Keely Sikes, Clear Brook, Sr. Klein Collins were all- classes for ages 3-18 tournament picks at the MB – Kaylee Hawkins, Dickinson, Sr. DS/S – Ericka Gordon, Clear Creek, Jr. McDonald’s Texas Invi- now registering tational and should again S – Holly Anderson, Dickinson, Sr. RS/S – Alexa Reed, Clear Creek, Sr. Mondays and Thursdays at Easthaven Church provide some headlines. OH – Shelby Berringer, Dickinson, Soph. MB – Kate Foley, Clear Lake, Jr. located at the corner of Beamer & Astoria. For area teams like RS – Kelsey Merritt, Dickinson, Soph. RS – Chelsea Vinson, Clear Lake, Jr. We will hold open auditions for our Clear Brook, Clear Creek, Clear Lake and L – Amber Abercrombie, Clear Lake, Jr. OH – Tori Whitworth, Clear Springs, Jr. competitive Hiphop & Cheer team others, a good showing If you would like more information call will bring some con- MB – Brianna Borque, Clear Lake, Sr. OH – Elizabeth Sandoval, Clear Springs, Soph. fi dence heading into Ms. Michelle Whitely @ 832-287-0391 or district play in January, DS – Shelbie Bottera, Dickinson, Jr. E-mail me at [email protected] 2009. Clear Brook setter/right side hitter Alex Cassell put together a terrifi c season as a senior, helping the Lady S – Jessica Corson, Dickinson, Sr. Wolverines make the playoffs. For her efforts, Cassell MB – Kristie Hollins, Galveston Ball, Jr. was named to the all-24-5A fi rst team. C&D Burger Shoppe Photo by John Bechtle DS – Carla Noska, Galveston Ball, Jr. Our Burgers are the Original “Old Fashioned” Hamburgers. Coaches announce D22-5A all-district volleyball picks First team picks All-academic Celebrating Our 27th Year Over 3 Million Sold MB – Jasmine Terry, Pearland, Sr. Heather Leaverton, Pearland, Sr. Libero – Amanda Deem, Pearland, Sr. Marissa Collins, Pearland, Jr. OH – Malorie Pardo, Pearland, Soph. Amanda Deem, Pearland, Sr. Winner of Libero – Jamie Haas, Deer Park, Sr. Paige Cisneros, Pearland, Sr. 281-481-8606 Marvin Zindler Setter – Brittany Weiler, Deer Park, Sr. Rebecca Feliz, Pearland, Sr. Blue Ribbon Award Setter – Whitney Ellisor, Deer Park, Sr. Ally Hatz, Pearland, Sr. 10606 Fuqua OH – Nancy Cole, Memorial, Sr. Brittany Vonruff, Pearland, Sr. We Accept OH – Katie Askew, Memorial, Sr. Carlee Lacy, Pearland, Jr. Libero – Amanda Nguyen, Dobie, Jr. Jamie Haas, Deer Park, Sr. MB – Jillian Humphrey, La Porte, Soph. Erin Hines, Deer Park, Sr. II Brothers Pasta Tyler Jenkins, Deer Park, Sr. During the holidays, don’t forget to Second team picks Terra Peil, Deer Park, Sr. order our Great Party Pans of Pastas. Whitney Ellisor, Deer Park, Sr. For large orders please give 24 hour advance notice DS – Paige Cisneros, Pearland, Sr. Kristin Cruse, Deer Park, Sr. 1/4 Pan - 6 people* 1/2 Pan - 12 people* Full Pan - 24 people* APPROX* MB – Rebecca Felix, Pearland, Sr. 1/4 Pan 1/2 Pan Full Pan OH – Kristen Cruse, Deer Park, Sr. Brittany Weiler, Deer Park, Sr. Lasagna $19 $37 $75 Nancy Cole, Memorial, Sr. Slow simmered homemade tomato sauce, ricotta cheese, Italian beef with layers of pasta & topped with more sauce & mozzarella cheese MB – Tyler Jenkins, Deer Park, Jr. Chicken Penne $27 $53 $105 Setter – Lauryn Hamrick, Memorial, Sr. Emily Smith, Memorial, Sr. Grilled chicken & mushrooms sautéed in a wine sauce with penne RS – Emily Smith, Memorial, Sr. Kirbie Snelson, Memorial, Sr. Chicken Alfredo W/Penne Pasta $33 $65 $125 Grilled chicken breast sautéed in a freshly made Alfredo sauce MB – Shadae Shepherd, Dobie, Jr. Kiara Harris, Dobie, Jr.

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