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June 16, 2011 E-mail: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 36, No. 19 Junk waste pickup set Junk waste will be picked up Thursday, June 16, for city of Houston (77089) residents living north of Beltway 8. Residents south of Dobie cuts spare athletic programs the beltway are scheduled for Thursday, June 23. For more information, call 3-1-1. By James Bolen loads. no athletic programs will be cut from the area selected to iron out the budget issue. While the state Legislature has yet to hammer According to PISD Superintendent Kirk Lew- high school. To conserve money, however, the Lewis said he expects a plan to be adopted by PIP meeting June 21 out a school budget plan for the next two years, is, Dobie’s current class size of 24 to 25 students school district will be eliminating night games the end of June but is hopeful it will come ear- Pasadena Independent School District offi cials per teacher will increase to 26 to 27 students per for junior varsity and freshman teams. In all, 31 lier. Positive Interaction Program will meet have been forced to make signifi cant cuts as they teacher. Lewis said, however, some classes may games will be rescheduled districtwide. PISD offi cials have also laid off 13 elemen- Tues-day, June 21, at 7 p.m. at Memorial brace for a projected shortfall of $21 million per have as few as 20 students per class, while others New uniforms will also be put on hold for at tary school teachers in the South Belt area, as Hermann Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria year. may have up to 32 students per class. least a year, Lewis said. well as two middle school instructors and one in the staff meeting room on the first floor. For Dobie, this means the loss of two social Teachers who remain at Dobie will now be To further save money, PISD is eliminating intermediate school teacher. The new captain from the division, Capt. studies teachers, three science teachers, one Eng- required to teach six out of seven periods, as op- both of its assistant athletic director positions at If state cuts result in a funding loss to PISD Mark Fougerousse, will be on hand to meet lish teacher, one Spanish teacher, one business posed to the existing fi ve out of seven, losing a its central offi ce. of more than $21 million a year, the district will with attendees. PIP consists of police and citi- teacher and three math teachers. planning period. At press time, members of both the House be forced to make even more drastic cuts, Lewis zens working for safer neighborhoods. For Fewer teachers will result in higher class Contrary to earlier considerations, Lewis said and Senate conference committees were being said. more information, call Officer Randy Derr at 281-218-3900. CDA hosts games, raffle Collapsed chimney from home damages neighbor’s garage On June 22, Catholic Daughters Court Mother of Unity #2292 will sponsor a games party/luncheon from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. The chimney of a house at 9803 Sagemark in the at St. Luke’s Catholic Church, 11011 Hall Sageglen subdivision recently collapsed, severely Road. No tickets will be sold at the door. damaging the garage of the home located next door. Tickets are $10 and include games, prizes, a According to Deborah Wieser Barfi eld, the neigh- homemade lunch, dessert and a drink. bor whose garage was damaged, the chimney had A raffle with many great prizes will be held been in need of repair for at least two years. that day. Proceeds will be used to benefit the “The sad thing about this whole ordeal is that it community, many charities, and college schol- was completely preventable,” Barfi eld said. arships. Call Carol at 281-412-2825 or Gere at Harris County offi cials had been made aware of 281- 799-5600 for games party and raffle tick- the situation several months ago but were unable to ets. act because the home was occupied. County workers did, however, put up warning tape around the struc- ture, but it was quickly removed by residents who Dobie band car wash set are renting the property, according to Barfi eld. The J. Frank Dobie Longhorn Band will Harris County Appraisal District records indicate hold a car wash on Saturday, June 18, at the the house is owned by Rogelio Olivetti. When con- Food Town on Scarsdale from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. tacted by Barfi eld, Olivetti told her that he had no A $5 donation is requested. insurance to cover the damage to her home. Barfi eld’s own homeowner’s insurance will cover Knights to serve barbecue the damage, but she will be forced to pay a $6,000 The Knights of Columbus will host the deductible. Olivetti said he is unable to pay the de- annual brisket dinner on Friday, June 24, at St. ductible, as he is currently living on disability. Luke’s Catholic Church from 5 to 8 p.m. Barfi eld is thankful that no one was injured in the Dinner, both dine-in and take-out, will consist incident. of barbecue brisket and sausage, potato salad, “We’re lucky no one died,” she said. baked beans, pickles, onions, bread, and iced The Sageglen Homeowners Association has since tea or lemonade. Desserts will be available. The fi led a lawsuit against Olivetti. $9 plate proceeds will help support the St. Luke Knights of Columbus community activities. NARFE meets June 21 Proposed apartments irk some The National Active and Retired Federal Drainage fees disputed Employees, Gulf Freeway Chapter 941, meets A proposed low-income apartment complex While the developer, Retirement Housing the third Tuesday of each month at 2 p.m. at that will cater to seniors has drawn the ire of Foundation, said it would provide a detention the El Franco Lee Park Community Center, many South Belt residents. pond on the grounds, offi cials from the Harris 9500 Hall Road. The next meeting will be To be located on Sabo at Sagetree, adjacent County Flood Control District have said in the June 21. Visitors are welcome. For additional to the Sagemont Park Townhomes, the facility past the two-acre space is too small for an appro- information, call 713-734-1461. would be a three- to four-story structure com- priate drainage pond. posed of 65 units. The development is being opposed by the Duff helps SoHo dance team A primary concern of residents is additional South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce, fl ooding in an area already suffering from drain- which is supportive of a similar project to be lo- The South Houston High School dance age problems. cated at Beltway 8 and the Gulf Freeway. team, to raise money for summer camp, will receive a major boost from a face familiar to both Trojan alumni and pop music fans. Sageglen, Ashley Pointe to share pools Susan Cobb Duff, a 1971 South Houston graduate and mother of entertainment stars An arrangement was made this past week that glen pool’s hours will remain noon to 9 p.m. Hilary and Haylie Duff, will take part in a allows residents of Sageglen and Ashley Pointe The agreement is a win-win for residents of giant garage sale on Saturday, June 18, in the to utilize each other’s swimming pools. both subdivisions. In addition to the increased front parking lot of the high school. The agreement will allow residents of each availability, each pool has features that the other Proceeds from the sale will help the school’s subdivision access to a pool seven days a week, does not. For instance, the Sageglen pool has a Jannette dance team attend the Showmakers rather than the current six days. diving board – something the Ashley Pointe pool Dance Camp at Blinn College in Brenham. Both area pools are presently closed for clean- lacks – while the Ashley Pointe pool has a chil- The sale will be held from 6 a.m. to noon. ing on Mondays. dren’s splash pad – a feature the Sageglen pool is Duff, herself a former Jannette, has enlisted Under the new arrangement, the Ashley Pointe missing. the help of friends in the business community pool will now be closed on Tuesdays for clean- There will be no additional costs to residents to donate hundreds of items for the sale. ing, while the Sageglen pool will still be cleaned of either subdivision. However, all residents The new Rebuild Houston program, aimed at improving city streets and drainage by on Mondays. must be up to date on their homeowner’s dues Turner benefit June 18 charging a monthly fee, continues to brew controversy. The fee is based on a rate of 3.2 The Ashley Pointe pool’s hours will now and possess an identifi cation badge to use either change from 2 to 9 p.m. to 1 to 8 p.m. The Sage- swimming pool. A benefit will be held for Thomas “Tom” cents per square foot of impervious surface, or concrete, that is located on each piece of Turner Saturday, June 18, at Scotty’s Pub, property. However, the above property, located on Grayson near Genoa Red Bluff and 10943A Scarsdale Blvd. (formerly The Nutty Beltway 8, is a sand pit with virtually no concrete, yet it will be charged nearly $10,000 Bar) from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Turner has been annually for having 310,381 square feet of impervious surface. A similar piece of property diagnosed with bilateral, Stage 4 lung cancer located near Mykawa Road in Houston City Councilmember Wanda Adams’ district will Hughes extension begins and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. be charged nearly $60,000 annually. That sand pit’s owner said the charge of $1,100 per Barbecue plates will be sold for $7, and sand- week is more than the company actually brings in. The Leader has submitted both proper- wiches for $5. ties to city offi cials for review. There will be a raffle and silent auction. Raffle tickets are $2 each or 6 for $10. Winners will be announced between 3 and 4 p.m. For more information, contact Marty Parade, fi reworks set for July 4 Reeder at 409-599-4498. Raffle and silent The yearly South Belt Fourth of July parade 10 Schlitterbahn tickets will be awarded to the auction items are still being accepted. and fi reworks show are fast approaching. best musical performance. Set to take place Monday, July 4, the 24th an- Entry forms for the parade are currently being K of C blood drive June 26 nual parade will wind from Beverly Hills Inter- Continued on Page 6A The Knights of Columbus, St Luke’s Catho- mediate to San Jacinto College South. While the lic Church, will sponsor its quarterly blood parade starts at 10 a.m., participants are urged to drive Sunday, June 26, for the Commit for arrive early, as the lineup for the caravan will be- Deputies battle crime Life Program, Gulf Coast Regional Blood gin at 9 a.m. Center. The blood drive will be held from 8:30 The theme for this year’s event is Honoring South Belt resident Reynaldo Veal was ar- a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the church parish hall at Community Builders. All participants are encour- rested Tuesday, June 14, for using a stolen credit 11011 Hall Road. Donate to ensure an ade- aged to decorate their vehicles and fl oats, as priz- card, following a June 9 break-in of an area ve- quate supply is availuable for the summer es will be awarded in various categories. hicle. months. Members of the U.S. Coast Guard will be Deputies from the Harris County Precinct participating in this year’s event, carrying mul- 2 Constable’s offi ce initially responded to the Vacation Bible Schools set tiple boats on trailers. Also participating will be break-in, in which a woman had her purse sto- Houston City Councilmember Wanda Adams and len, at Clear Brook City Park at roughly 10 a.m. Kirkwood South Christian Church Judge Ruben Guerrero. When the victim reported her credit cards miss- Kirkwood South Christian Church, 10811 Former Dobie swim coach and recent inductee ing, she was notifi ed that someone had used one Kirkfair, will hold its Vacation Bible School, to the Texas Senior Games Hall of Fame Dennis at a convenience store on Telephone Road. Pandamania - Where God Is Wild About You! Shippey will take part in the parade, riding in an Upon examining the store’s surveillance foot- for ages 4 through 12, Sunday, June 26, Indy pacesetter Corvette. age, Precinct 2 Sgt. Zerick Guinn recognized through Thursday, June 30, at 6:30 p.m. For Several youth groups are scheduled to partici- Veal from a previous incident. Veal, 27, was information, call 281-481-0004. pate, including the Sagemont Cowboys and Cow- then arrested by Deputy Margaret Magana and Construction recently began on the Harris County portion of the Hughes Road/Barry Rose Freeway Baptist Church girls, Dobie cheerleaders, Little League teams charged with credit card abuse, a felony. expansion into Pearland. The work is expected to take six months and cost $1,704,505. Freeway Baptist Church, 8702 Kingspoint, and Boy Scout troops. Guinn said both Clear Brook City Park and Plans call for an elevated bridge just west of Blackhawk to go above the existing hike- Beach will hold its Vacation Bible School, Organizers are currently seeking musical acts Bishop Park on Blackhawk have become com- and-bike trail. The county also plans to install stop signs at the Sageorchard intersection Blast , June 26-30 from 6 to 8 p.m. for ages 4 to perform in the parade. Musicians from all com- mon spots for vehicle break-ins and suggests that as well as a cautionary traffi c light in front of the Southeast Volunteer Fire Department and up. For more information, call 281-484- munity organizations, as well as groups of indi- patrons of the parks hide their valuables or lock station. 0323 or visit www. freewaybc.com. viduals, are encouraged to participate. A prize of them in the trunk. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, June 16, 2011 Readers’ Opinions 3 Eagle Scouts honored Deaths defend our democratic system a Socialist. her 38-year tenure. She was James Gorman I have never saId that we don’t have a Betty Bee given the Texas State Award republic, but the definitions of a republic Bradley Swift for Excellence when she re- replies to Volper and a representative democracy are the tired from teaching in 1993. Well, there you go again Mr. Volper! In same, which Volper is apparently inca- Some of Swift’s students his latest rambling exposition in the pable of comprehending. He says that wrote poems about her, which Leader he has come to some unwar- he trusts that his comments should not she kept in an album of “Spe- ranted conclusions regarding my previ- be taken as a personal attack, and yet he cial Students.” Her daughters ous statements. He says “Your opinion falsely accuses me of being a socialist. would like to add to her col- and your original statement seem to He says that he never expressed any lection with special notes of imply that you don’t like the system as it harm or ill will, but I have been harmed Betty and would like to ask if was founded or as it is today.” To the con- by being calling something that I am not. anyone has thoughts, funny trary, I have been trying to defend our I’m sure that he will be glad to know that stories, or a list of “Betty democratic system while he has stated I am abandoning the editorial page of the Swift-isms” they would like that it would be all right for us to be gov- Leader to him because it’s not worth it to to share, send them by e-mail erned by an oligarchy as long as it is me to express my opinions if I am going to [email protected] or composed of Teapartyers. He also says to be subjected to false accusations mail them to Kelly Kuehn in “You seem to support a change that is about my political beliefs. care of the South Belt-Elling- leftist of what the Bill of Rights and the James J. Gorman ton Leader at: 11555 Beamer Constitution say.” The only “change” that Road, Houston, TX 77089. I have suggested is greater citizen par- Black speaks ticipation in the electoral process , which Betty Bee Bradley Swift, Lynn “Bert” is not exactly “leftist” of the Constitution on dangerous dogs 79, died on May 18, 2011, of (which includes the Bill of Rights). I have been challenged to educate a heart attack resulting from Spence Teapartyers have set a good example for myself about the Pit Bull. thyroid disease. others in this regard, and I don’t think According to PetsDo.com, the Pit Bull Boy Scout Troop 692 at S. Luke’s Catholic Church, re- and is currently attending San Jacinto College. Morris Swift is preceded in death that they are “leftist” of the Constitution. is the number one on their most danger- cently celebrated the achievement of three young men is the son of David and Lisa Morris of Garden Villas. by her parents, Brooksie The only reason that I described the ous list. “A pit bull is a fearless dog that who have earned the rank of Eagle Scout. An Eagle He attends Mt. Carmel Academy and will graduate Boyd Bradley and Gladys method for amending the Constitution will take on any opponent. They will lock Court of Honor will be held Saturday, June 18, honor- in 2012. Clark is the son of Dewey and Terry Clark of Cleo Clegg Bradley, and a was to allay the concerns of any Leader their jaws onto the prey until it’s dead. Pit ing, left to right, Blake Dillon, Swordsman Morris and Clear Brook Meadows. He will be a senior at Dobie High brother, Martin Bradley. readers who might believe his statement bulls have a reputation of mauling people Michael Clark. Dillon is the son of Billy and Misty Dil- School in the fall. She is survived by two that “American Marxists are planning on to death and they are highly sought for lon of Garden Villas. He is a 2010 homeschool graduate, Photo submitted daughters: Shelly Swift and revoking the first and second amend- dog fighting.” Kelly Kuehn; two grand- ments.” As far as my comments on “Bush http://www.dirjournal.com/info/most- daughters: Candice Reyes 43” are concerned, he completely missed dangerous-dogs-in-the-world/ Number and Megan Kuehn; four my point, which was that this year’s con- one on the list for most dangerous is “Pit Summer sisters: Joyce Ward, Patsy spiracy theorists are just as wrong as Bull.” Brethen, Marion Bradley and they were in 2008 when they speculated According to TheDailyBeast.com, the Deaths Linda Clinedinst. that Bush might issue an executive order Pit Bull is the most dangerous dog. “691 than 30 years. She coached Swift was diagnosed with School bus Daisy Hill Alzheimer’s in 2004 but con- cancelling the election. Of course we child victims, 519 adult victims, 819 her son’s soccer teams as well “never heard Bush make reference to maimings, and 159 deaths. as other children in the neigh- tinued to know her family Lynn “Bert” Spence, 70, such a thing”, and we “never saw any PlusPets.net says the “Pit bull is a borhood for many years. until her death. She was often of South Belt, died Sunday, legislation drawn up as a bill...” because term commonly used to describe several schedule A memorial service was described as a lively, positive and comical lady who kept June 5, 2011. there was never any substance to the breeds of dog in the Molosser family. The 2011 Dobie at Memorial High (initial credit) and Rayburn High held at Christ Church on Sat- Spence graduated from wild speculation, which, again, was my Many breed-specific laws use the term (credit recovery) extended year bus stops are as follows: urday, May 21, 2011. everyone laughing. Milby High School in 1958 point. “pit bull” to refer to the modern American She was born in Seda- Bus # Bus stop AM time PM time and attended the University I suppose that I should comment on Pit Bull Terrier, American Staffordshire lia, Mo., on April 17, 1932. #832 Buena Park & Hoffer 7:44 a.m. 3:55 p.m. Stacy Dean of Houston. He also served in Mr. Volper’s latest alarmist statements Terrier, and Staffordshire Bull Terrier, and She graduated from Baylor Mesa Blackhawk & Lettie 7:47 a.m. 3:59 p.m. the U.S. military and retired about executive orders, czars, the New dogs with significant mixes of these South Belt resident Stacy University on a full music Dove Way & Heathertrail 7:50 a.m. 4:02 p.m. from the Local 211 Pipefi t- World Order, China, and his claim that breeds; however, a few jurisdictions also Lynne Dean, 34, died Sat- scholarship. She was a mem- Blackhawk Ridge & Great Hawk 7:53 a.m. 4:05 p.m. urday, June 11, 2011. She ber of Delta Kappa Gamma, ters Union. He was a member “Obama has made reference to the classify the modern American Bulldog Dobie High-Southbluff turnaround 8:00 a.m. 4:10 p.m. of Sagemont Baptist Church. (22nd) amendment several times”. and Bull Terrier as a “pit bull-type dog.” was born March 21, 1977, in sang soprano in a quartet and #8006 FM 1959 & Gulfbreeze 7:50 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Spence is survived by his Frankly, however, “Ah’m gittin’ tarred” (as The term can also refer to dogs that were Pasadena. Dean is survived played the vibraharp. She Cutshall 725 FM 1959-Summer Cove Apts 7:53 a.m. 4:03 p.m. wife, Jan Spence; son Bart we say in Texas) of this seemingly end- known as “bull terriers” prior to the devel- by her parents, Davey and performed at weddings and Grosvenor & FM 1959 7:55 a.m. 4:05 p.m. Kathy Dean; daughter Madi- concerts during her life prior Spence; sister Jody Tacker less colloquy which has strayed a long opment of the modern Bull Terrier in the 950 FM 1959-Windjammer Apts 8:00 a.m. 4:10 p.m. and husband Wayne; step- way from my original letter, which was a early 20th century.” The Pit Bull tops this son Kendrick; brother David to moving to Houston. #8039 Morris Middle-Seaford turnaround 7:48 a.m. 4:00 p.m. sons Scott and Rusty Vann; commentary on Mr. Valtasaro’s anti-de- list as most dangerous. Daisy Hill, 61, of Kirk- Dean; sister Christina Dean; Upon graduation from Riley Dobie High-Southbluff turnaround 7:54 a.m. 3:55 p.m. stepdaughter Cindy Heald mocracy views. It was never my intention From Edgar Snyder and Associates, a wood South, died Friday, May nephews, Jacob Cahill, Za- Baylor, she became a teacher Wolcott Park & Clearwood Crossing 7:59 a.m. 4:05 p.m. 13, 2011, after a long battle rion Clements, Cashton Dean and married Kenneth Sterling and husband Craig; grand- to try to change the viewpoints of people personal injury law firm: Lambright & Radio 8:02 a.m. 4:08 p.m. children Clay and C.J. Heald, like Messrs. Volper and Valtasaros. (As “Commonly recognized as the most Easthaven & Lampbright 8:05 a.m. 4:10 p.m. with carcinoid cancer. She and Nathan Placker; niece Swift of Gatesville, Texas. Blake Vann, and Jonathan and Chester A, Reilly used to say on the old authoritative study on dog bite injuries was born on Oct. 31, 1949. Hannah Placker; and numer- While still a full-time teacher #8046 Frazier Elem-Sagemeadow turnaround 7:55 a.m. 3:55 p.m. Cristen Crites; and the newest “Life of Reilly” radio show, their “heads and dangerous dog breeds to date in the Hill is preceded in death by ous other relatives. She was in Fort Worth, she and her Villarreal Sagecreek & Sagedowne 7:58 a.m. 3:58 p.m. her only child, Ronnie Hill. preceded in death by her sis- husband were owners of a pet addition, great-grandson Lin- are made up.”) Rather it was my intention United States, the Centers for Disease Flushing Meadows & White Plains 7:38 a.m. 4:01 p.m. coln Crites. to present a different viewpoint, as Ms. Control and Prevention (CDC) released Fairbury & Astoria 7:40 a.m. 4:03 p.m. She is survived by her ter, Stephanie Dean. shop and performed magic A service celebrating Keener has mentioned, so that Leader “Breeds of dogs involved in fatal human Astoria & Teaneck 7:42 a.m. 4:05 p.m. husband, David Martinez; Visitation will be Satur- acts as “The Swifts” for Spence’s life was held Tues- readers can decide for themselves who attacks in the United States between mother Mary Nickerson; and day, June 18, 2011, from 9 schools and hotels. #8055 Sabo & Sagetree 7:44 a.m. 3:50 p.m. brother Glen Nickerson and to 11 a.m. at Grand View The couple moved to the day, June 14, at Niday Funeral (or is it “whom”?) they want to believe, if 1979 and 1998” in 2000. This study found Groves, C Sageaspen & Sageblossom 7:48 a.m. 3:54 p.m. Home. Interment followed at anybody. I believe that I have accom- that 25 breeds of dogs were involved in Sugarbush Ridge & Riverstone Ranch 7:51 a.m. 3:56 p.m. wife Ann. She is also sur- Funeral Home in Pasadena. South Belt area in 1979 and Forest Park East Cemetery. plished that purpose and that I have said 238 fatal dog bites from 1979-1998. In Blackhawk & Kirkfair 7:55 a.m. 3:59 p.m. vived by her nephew, Arthur A celebration of life will fol- remained in the area until her In lieu of fl owers, memo- everything that I need to say in defense over half of the deaths where the dog’s Dobie High-Southbluff turnaround 8:00 a.m. 4:06 p.m. Nickerson; niece Christina low at 11 a.m. in the chapel. death. rial contributions in Spence’s of democracy. I realize that by withdraw- breed was known, Pit Bulls and Hernandez and husband Zedi; Burial will follow at South Swift taught primarily sev- All buses will drop off at Memorial High (initial credit) at 8:15 a.m. name may be made to the ing from this stimulating conversation I Rottweilers were responsible.” and great niece Onya. Park Cemetery in Pearland. enth- and eighth-grade read- and then drop off at Rayburn (credit recovery) at 8:25 a.m. Hill was a member of To share words of comfort ing and English at Beverly Living Proof Project at Sage- am leaving myself vulnerable to numer- From DogsBite.org: Buses will pick up at Rayburn High (credit recovery) at 3:30 p.m. mont Church, www.sagemont ous “unanswered points” (to use a sports “Legislating dangerous dogs and then pick up at Memorial (initial credit) at 3:40 p.m. Christ Church. She lived in with the family, visit www. Hills and Thompson interme- church.org. term) by the “V-team”, but I believe that I Over 500 U.S. cities, the U.S. Marine All students should begin waiting for the buses 3-5 minutes prior to Kirkwood South for more grandviewfunerals.com. diates for the last 15 years of have made enough points of my own that Corps, the U.S. Army and the New York the scheduled morning times listed. Transportation will not be provided I don’t need to be concerned about that. Housing Authority have adopted policies at midday. Finally, I would like to commend Marie that target pit bulls and several other and her staff for their willingness to breeds due to the unreasonable risk April, May BHI Bears named devote so much space on their editorial posed by them. Such policies are Community events page to these sometimes unnecessarily designed to prevent an attack before it Continued from Page 1A lengthy letters, and rarely without editing occurs, as there is never enough insur- them. (In the interest of saving space, ance funds to put these severely injured include Reading Club at 9 you might consider limiting the number of victims “back together” after an attack. Library events a.m., followed by intermedi- words in each letter, and then the writers (Top former U.S. enforcer of pit bull laws, ate storytime at 11 a.m. and can be their own editors.) Anyway, I Tom Skeldon, explains this clearly in an scheduled beginner storytime at 1 p.m. believe that the Leader performs a valu- online interview.)” The following events are During Science Quest on able service by providing a public forum The Pit Bull is a dangerous dog, peri- set for the week of June 16 Monday, June 20, at 2:30 for differing opinions, regardless of how od. The owners must be held account- through June 22 at Parker p.m., there will be science outrageous some of them may be. able. If the current animal control laws Williams Library, 10851 experiments, music and live I submitted my last letter to the Leader are not enforcible, then ban the dog!!! If Scarsdale Blvd.: animals. This program is for as a commentary on Volper’s letter in the responsible dog owners state that it is The Houston Museum of ages 5 and up. Free tickets May 26th edition. After reading his letter unfair to them, then let them make sure Natural Science will present are required, and can be in the June 9th edition, I am adding the the current laws are enforced. Leash Dinosaur Discovery Thurs- picked up at the reference following: Volper has now sunk to a new laws, tags, license, vet care, et al. I see day, June 16, at 1:30 p.m. and desk on the day of the pro- low by falsely accusing me of being a loose dogs and cats on the streets all the 2:30 p.m. This program is for gram. “Socialist”. I don’t know if he knows what time. No one picks them up, puts them ages 5 and up. Free tickets Teen Craft Time will be a “Socialist” is, but I can assure him that up, or is held accountable. I agree that are required, and can be held at 3 p.m. Wednesday, I am not and never have been one, and the problem is the owner. I think the solu- picked up at the reference June 22. The group will be nothing in any of my previous letters has tion is to ban the breed. A Boston Terrier desk on the day of the pro- making buttons. This pro- given the remotest impression that I am. is just as loving and sweet but does not gram. gram is for ages 12 and up. It is a serious indictment of him that he provide that intimidation factor that pit On Saturday, June 18, Register online or in the would call someone who attempts to bull owners crave. Larry Black Vietnamese storytime will library. Preschool storytime is 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, and toddler storytime is 10:30 Moore celebrates Cinco de Mayo a.m. Thursday. Dobie sets class reunions 10-year class reunion Students of Beverly Hills Intermediate strive to achieve They are, left to right, (front row) Vincent Gutierrez, Dobie Class of 2001 will positive characteristics which will guide them throughout Stephanie Ogbonmwan, Jonathan Sabal, (back row) hold its 10-year reunion on their lives. The characteristic for April was optimism. Lorissa Saiz, Alan Campos, Sumra McKay, Aron Arriaga, July 9, 2011, from 7:30 p.m. Optimism is positive beliefs; the inclination to take a An Huynh and Triny Tran. Not pictured are Anjelica to midnight at Golfcrest hopeful view or think that all will work out for the best, Cuellar, Yessika Pena and Abigail Benavides. These stu- Country Club in Pearland. to strive to be positive in beliefs about oneself, others, and dents were congratulated by Principal Alyta Harrell and The cost through July 2 is the future. Students pictured were selected by their aca- given a special Bear paw print pin to wear proudly. Bears $60 (the last day to pre-order demic teams as best representing this characteristic. of the Month are also treated to a special lunch. tickets); and on July 9, $75 (cash only at the door). For more information, contact http://www.dobie2001.webs. com/. 20-year class reunion The Dobie High School Class of 1991 will hold its 20-year reunion Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m. at Trevisio Restaurant & Ballroom, 6550 Bertner Ave. in Houston. For information and/or tickets sales, visit http: //www.jfdobie91reunion.com /or on Facebook at http:// www.facebook.com/?ref=ho me#!/dobieclassof91reunion. South Belt- Ellington Leader The Voice of Community-Minded People Students of Beverly Hills Intermediate strive to achieve Taylor, Michelle Cao, (back row) Shiv Patel, Maria 11555 Beamer positive characteristics which will guide them throughout Alvarez, Alfredo Banda, Hainhu Ho and Thanh Nguyenvo. Moore Elementary recently celebrated Cinco de row) Kareem Saloman, Taylor Richardson, Sofia 281-481-5656 their lives. The characteristic for May was perseverance. Not pictured are Emmanuel Hernandez, Fabian Olivio Mayo by dressing for the occasion and having a Hernandez, kindergarten teacher Maria Abarca, E-mail: mynews@ Perseverance is the quality of trying hard and continu- and Maybelt Lopez. These students were congratulated ally in spite of obstacles and difficulties. Students pic- by Principal Alyta Harrell and given a special Bear paw parade. Pictured are, left to right, (front row) Betzabe Solis, Jeimmy Salinas, Alex Lugo, (back southbeltleader.com tured were selected by their academic teams as best rep- print pin to wear proudly. Bears of the Month are also Evelyn Wheeler, Olivia Lugo, (second row) Kaylinn row) Counselor Angelica Perez, Kobe Ruiz, Max Davy and Marie resenting this characteristic. They are, left to right, (front treated to a special lunch. Lugo, Julia Westfahl, Victor Hernandez, (third the Moore Dog and Librarian Cindy Walker. Flickinger, owners row) Princess Villanueva, Suzette Gonzalez, Adrian Photo submitted Thursday, June 16, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Dobie High announces end-of-year honor rolls Dobie High School recent- Alicia Galaviz. Keith Nunez, Mykayla Cindy My Huyen Vo, Lily Peng, Katherine Lauren quez, Brittney Brianna Bates, Henderson. Patricia Perlera, Alyssa Lane Cecilia Villarreal, Robert Vo, ly released its honor rolls for Roberto Miguel Gallegos, Elizabeth O’Connor, Ariadna Uyen Gia Vo, Hong Hanh Vu, Perrone, Rebecca Linn Peters, Todd Christian Baumann, Brianna Marie Herman, Perry, Trang Tran Thuy Pham, Long Hoang Vu, Stephanie the sixth six-weeks grading Athziri Yanely Garcia, Abigail Pedroza, Aimee Lien Thi Vu, Quyen Hoang Hoang Anh Nguyen Pham, Chelsea Jannette Beltran, Anahi Hernandez Rodriguez, Truc Ly Pham and Vy Thanh Tuyet Vu, Vivan Vu and Minh period. Students earning sta- Cassandra Marie Garcia, Gabriela Perez and Alexia Vu, Alyssa Grace Williams, Jennifer Vy Pham, Karen Lindsay D. Belus, Mariam Tyara Xiomara Hernandez, A. Nguyen Pham. Quangjustin Vuong. tus are: Giovanni Lauriano Garcia, Aundrea Perez. Brian Mbugua Williams, Pham, Kevin The Pham and Benavides Sanchez, Celeny Hinojosa, Anh Hoang, Eliz- Khanh Tran Uyen Phan, Diamond Asianay Walker, Honor roll Jesus Garcia, Karen Banessa Eduardo Adrian Perez, Celes Onari Young, Ytzel Tracie Phan. Adriana Benitez, Cesar abeth Mai Phuong Hoang, Jenny Thi Phung, Laura Iveth Jasmine Gabrielle Walker, Ninth grade Garcia, Kassandra Garcia, Jenna Renae Perez, Burgandy Yzaguirre, Jorge Zapata, Victoria Krystalmurphy Bernal, Luis Blanco, Grace Kevin Duc Hoang, Mai Placencia, Jamesha Brianna Caleb Daniel Wiechmann, Jannessa Renee Ackman, Rommel Rudy Garcia, Rose Petri, Lauren Ashley Lourdes Dora Zavaleta and Pike, Viktoralvino Pesquera Anne Boelsche and Ashley Khanh Hoangle, Eden Mikala Porche, Katie E. Posey, Joseph Scott Wiley, Jekale Faria Akhter, Sadia Akhter, Kamaran Rhynae Gardner, Pettey, Hong Thixuan Pham, Leslie Lilian Zepeda. Pineda, Karen Marie Ponce, Christine Bowdoin. Hogan, Nguyen Bac Hong, Briana Shenece Pringle, Marquize Williams, Kayla Deanna Marie Alanis, Maria Craig Allen Gentry and Joseph Dat Pham, Khanh Tenth grade Evin Mikal Prescott, Oliver Susan Marie Bowdoin, Mohmmed Hossain and Ngoc Jasmin Nicole Pruneda, Marie Williams, Eric Anthony Isabel Alarcon, Kendrick Nicholas Rohan Ghansyam. Minh Pham, Phuong Thi Yen Frida Janeth Aguirre, Josue Ramirez, Angel Brewer Mitchell Brady, B.J. Bravo, Nguyen Boa Huynh. Larissa Renee Ramirez, Wilson, Joseph Duval Wright, Elijah Allen, Adrian Xavier Arianna Misha-Lae Givens, Pham, Alan Phan, Tuan Manh Ivette Alejandra Alba, Analia Redmon, Eduardo Dimas Ceci Kasandra Brizuela, Blake Lynell Jackson, Yvonne Ramirez, Shonte Eduardo Zavala and Sergio Almendarez, Amarilis Mac- Anthony Joel Gomez, Jaime Phan, Kenia Guadalupe Pozo, Victoria Alcoba, Carol Lilian Reyna, Manuel Alexander Layla Nichole Brown, Kayla Rachael Annalisa Jagdeo, Nickle Randall, Estefania Mauricio Zelaya. rina Alvarado, Eliza Selena Gomez, Courtney Taylor Lesley Summer Preza and Amaro, Christopher Chuk- Reyna, Tyler Renee Reyna, Corin Bryce, Christine Bui, Gerardo Azael Jaimes, Paul Rangel and Ramish Rasool. Twelfth grade Alvarado, Carlos O. Amaro, Gonzales, Bryant Alonso Gerardo Adrian Pruneda. wunonso Anagbogu, Mason Samantha Joanna Rios and Shaun Tuankhang Bui, Wade Adrain Jasso, Karen Johanna Jesus Antonio Rendon, Anas Fakhri Abuhalawa, Alma Rubi Amaya and Heidi Gonzalez, Hannah Celeste Ayeshum Rasool, Jordan Patrick Ankenbruck, Aaron- Deanellys Rivera. Connor Buisson, Alaina Jimenez, Catarina Nicole Andrew Jeremy Reyes, Mark Timothy Admani, Christine Applegate. Graham, Erika Lucia Guerra- Robert Razo, Zachary Dale nathaniel Gabino Arambula, Lucero Robles, Cristal Michelle Burns, Leezet Johnson, Clemisha Warnette Racquel Carlene Reyes, Daniel Jake Alanis, Stephanie Taylor Nichol Ard, Carlos Alcala, Sofia Alejandra Reyes, Diamond Tiara Rich- Joel Michael Arhelger, Jessica Rodriguez, Kevin Jose Rod- Koreen Campos, Carlos Johnson, Nina Jasmine Radherson Emilio Rijo, Maria Vanessa Alfaro, Gabrielle Armenta, Benjamin Dean Guerrero, Brianna Guevara, ardson, Kayla Monique Rich- Carina Armenta and Gene- riguez, Stephanie Rodriguez, Canales and Roy Cantu. Johnson, Chase Roderick Isabel Rivera, Maurice Xavier Marcella Allbritton, Asia Arnett, Erika Thalia Ascencio, Mikaela Guevara and Joshua ardson, Sabin Rese Rocha, vieve Au. Luis Anthony Romero, Joy Duong Thuy Cao, David Jones, Dameisha Shantel Robinson, Anthony Geno Brooke Allen, Janelle Alex- Fraziela Alondra Astacio, Alan Guillory. Breanna Ashley Roddy, Angie Debbie Amy Auguiste, Danielle Rose, Angelie Vic- Allen Carrier, Ana Karen Jones and Betty Ann Jordan. Rocha, Bryan Rodriguez, andra Argueta, Cynthia Arias, Carolina Sanmiguel Avila, Ramon Arturo Gutierrez, Marilyn Rodriguez, Cesar Christian Avitia, Jessica toria Ross, Kimberly Ruiz, Castaneda, Ana Isabel Cavaz- Osiel Juarez, Angela Beth Bryan Dillon Rodriguez, Jonathan Alejandro Armenta, Dylan Blake Avila, Abner Sydney Nicole Gutierrez, Rodriguez, Krystal Renee Patricia Ayala, Jacquelyne Orfa Zaid Ruiz, Benjamin os, Joe Michael Cavazos, Kahanek, Aaron Michael Charly Vianey Rodriguez and Kyle Douglas Arnold and Mike Baerga, Valerie Alena Daisha Marie Hagan, Amy Rodriguez and Mayve Desiree Marie Baade, Terrence Glenn Desi Salazar, Javier Salazar, Cassandra Marie Cedeno, Kimzey, Charity Crystal Elena Lizeth Rodriguez. Brittany Elaine Avila. Baez, Andrea Balderas, Denise Hallaron, Alondra Rodriguez. Bailey, Madeline Margaret Vanessa Marie Salazar and Javier G. Chavez, Michael Knight, Seth Sonny La, Isabel Nicole Rodriguez, Leslie Avitia, Christian Ronnie Gene Barnes and Liset Harper, Christopher Octavio Alexander Rodri- Ball, Israel Banda, Jennifer Angel Sebastian Salinas. Wayne Clark, Cadarius Katharina Langheim, Nicole Michael Rodriguez, Stephany Baez, Magaly Balderas, Destinye Ayesha Barnes-Hall. Dejuan Harris, Samantha guez, Rachel Solis Rodriguez, Esmeralda Bardales, Rhianna Savannah F. Sanchez, Lebyrant Clayborn-Booker, Marie Lara, Thuyen Ai Le, Gallaga Rojas, Jesica Siomara Nicole Rene Barnett, Destiny Daniel Jacob Barrientes, Marie Hart, Paulina Hay, Renata Augustina Rodriguez, Raquel Barrientos, Angelica Kaitlyn Rae Schuetz, Itzayana John Albert Colunga and Van Tuyet Le, Andrea Cecilia Rubio, Paulanthony Napoles Lane Bellamy, Cesar Anthony Johana Davis Batalla, Tyler Arianna Hernandez, Audrey Rodolfo Vicente Rodulfo, Michelle Benavides and Cody Serna, Tyler James Sias, Sebastian James Colunga. Leal, Douglas Worthington Sabal, Ruben Anthony Sala- Belle, Mohamed Benachour, Gregory Baumann, Antonio Alexandra Hernandez and Gabriela Jazmin Romero, Edwin Bennett. Nicole V. Skaggs, Loana Samantha Paige Coyle, Leighton and Dominique zar, Alvin Saldana, Hector Jacob Andrew Boelsche, R Beltran, Michael Anthony Alexis Nicholle Hicks. Christian Vianney Rosales, Kelvin Damone Bennett, Magaly Solis, Da’markice Danielle Nicole Crawford, Joseph Lewis. Saldivar, Jose Carlos Sanchez, Demarcus Lee Boyd, Shelby Beltran, Haitem Benachour, Brianna Danielle Horton, Yadira Ruiz, De Andre Imari Travis Devin Berkstresser, Stepherson, Princess Rebecca Brittney Nichelle Cruz, Edward Alexander Lewis, Sarah Amy Sanmiguel, Noelle Bradley, Nhat Minh Kaylie Marie Bishop, Erin Dominique Deion Hunter, Russell, Ivana Salazar, Johnathan Betancourt, Audrey Tabarez, Brenda Samantha Gabriela Cruz, Veronica Claire Evylin Logan, Kyle Giselle Santana, Juan Carlos Bui, Kirsten Danielle Busse Nicole Blackwell, Joseph Michael Huynh, Megan Emmanuel Saldana, Carla Lenore Beyer, Sobia My Tamez, Erika Renee Tijerina, Michelle Delafuente, Frances Robert Lohse, Zachery Santos and Liz Arandi Santos. and Erin Nichole Caballero. Robert Boutwell, Emily Jagdeo, Greissy Carolina Natalie Salinas and Karla Bhatty, Melissa R. Bonilla, Andre Lamont Timmons and Elizabeth Delao, Gabriella Morgan Long, Angelica Lee Katarina Judice Schott, Jesse Campos, Monica Margrett Bray and Zachary Jerezano, Marquette Larule Patricia Santillan. Nancy Book, Tralynn Marie Amanda Hien Thu Tran. Lissette Deleon, Oscar Aaron Lopez, Kacie Elyse Lowery, Reese Daniel Selman, Donald Cecilia Campos, Michelle Thomas Bright. Johnson, Emmi Trang Kieu, Gabriel Ivan Sarduy, Em- Boutte, Krystal Marie Brew- Andrew Le Tran, Christina Delossantos, Jessica Dennis, Gabrielle Monique Loya, James Senegal, Nichellet Lisette Cantu, Ariel Shaniece Lisa Monei Brooks, Madeline Renee Lacamu, ily Nicole Sargent, Isaiah er, Michael Joseph Briones, Tuong-Nhi Tran, Kim-Lynn Jordan Taylor Deubner and Jacob Andrew Lozano, Tony Lynell Sherman, Kendall Carter, Krista Marie Carter, Danielle Alyse Buckholt, Duc Kassandra Lara, Roberto Kwame Dwomoh Sarkodieh, Kaytlin Simone Brooks and Thi Tran, Lan Hoang Tran, Kemerly Lynn Dexter. Lu, Phuong Kim Ly, Jennifer Lizette Sifuentes, Gabriella Carlos Castillo, Lourdes Anh Bui, Peter Dinh Bui, Carlos Lara and Amari Wesley Michael Schoppe, Jasmine Hienthanh Bui. Long Phi Tran, Michael Tran, Hibba Arsan Diab, Re- Clarissa Maciel, Austin Perry Elena Silva, Bryce Edward Cristina Castillo, Caitlin Thuy Thi Thanh Bui, Naasiha Brianna Lavergne. Douchane Michael Sells, Alisa Michelle Calvillo, Ngocque Thi Tran, Thione becca Diane Diaz, Duyen Thi Maduzia and Nikoles Allen Simmons, Jesse E. Slaten, Elizabeth Caughlin, Patricio Ruqayya Buksh, Kevin Ruiz Tiffany Kim Trang Le, Gabriela Serrano, Alexius Andrew J. Campos, Michelle Tam Nhi Tran, Macy Nicole Thao Dinh, Vicki Dinh, Manriquez. Kayla Elizabeth Smith, Nmi Cedillo, Katia Graciela Caballero, Jennifer Keren Tran Bao Le, Tu Anh Le, Victoria Shea, Christopher Campos, Jose Luis Cantu, Traywick, Emery Joseph Tanisha P. Dixon, Sanny Do, Karinna Isabel Marin, Steven Patrick Smith and Ceja, Aimee Rene Cessna and Calderon, Gerardo Alberto Wilson Lee, Karina Guadalupe Craton Shotwell, Damaris Roland Cao, Neftali Antonio Utterback, Paula Andrea Steve Nghia Do, Ivan Daniel Taelor Ashley Marquettigad- Terral Lataj-Antoinette Smith. Davy Chan. Campos, Maria Guadalupe Lopez, Lauren Alexis Lozano, Verenice Sidrian and Destinee Carcamo, Lamarea Takella Valbuena, Robert Daniel Dorantes, Aaron D. Dryden, ison, Christopher Yafet Meagan Darby Snyder, Michael Brady Chrestman, Cardenas, Nancy E. Carrillo Jenny Ly, Tony Ly, Aimee Moree Smith. Champale Carter, Fatima Vargas and Giovanni Vega. Nancy Du, Julia Nicole Martinez, Diveanne Martinez, Christopher Ray Sorensen, Matthew Paul Clark, Jorge L. and Victor Manuel Castillo. Celeste Mar, Samuel Lee Jasmine Monique Smith, Elizabeth Castellon, Mercy Brenda Noemi Velasquez, Duenez, Elizabeth Ngo Mercedes G. Martinez, Briana Crystal Sosa, Desiree Renee Cortez, Julie Marie Croce, Lizbeth Cavazos, Angel Martinez, Claudia Lizeth Layton Robert Wayne Smith, Castro, Melina Ceja, Thelma Venerson Orquillano Villa- Duong, Heriberto C. Duran Marie Mazzola, Shanequa Sosa, Treg Edward Spigner, Dorothy Tramanh Dao, Khris- Cervantes, Roslynn Abigail Mata, Madelyn Nicole Marvin Daniel Solis, Rosalva Chavez, Jun Hao Chen and nueva, Gregorio Junior Ville- and Chloe Liseth Escobar. Shante McGill, Michelle Jorge Luis Stefanoni, Sheldon tine Casandrapatag David, Charles, Javier Chavez, Maxwell and Zachary Dallas Elizabeth Solis, Bandur Tessa Cody G. Collins. gas, Tri Minh Vo, Peter Duy Eric James Everett, Felicia Elizabeth McKay, Jenna Avery Stockfleth, Zachary Rebecca Angela Day, Huy Darien Anthony Childs, McMahan. Somdah, Catherine Jeanette Jennifer Guadalupe Cortez, Vu, Thomas Lee Vu, Vanessa Brie Fernandez, Adrian Jesus Nicole Medina and Ricardo Randal Stockfleth, Dajah Steven Dinh, Phong Quoc Alexandra Guadalupe Cirlos, Johanna Fredesvinda Mejia, Sorto, Taylor Matthew Surratt, Raymond Cortez, Avery Tuyetvan Vu, Taylor Nicole Flores, Christopher Lewis Alex Medrano. Elies Swinton, Anatoli Hara Do, Thong Anthony Do, Diana Alondra Cordero, Eric Steven Andres Mendieta, Angelo J. Symeonidis, Daniel Lynne Crocker, Travis Pham Walker, Bradley P. Waters, Flores, Morena Yesenia Stefanie Mejia, Leslie Symeonidis, Clarissa Tamez Christine Myhanh Doan, Daniel Cortes, Jason Asarel Joshua Andrew Mendiola- Dat Trung Ta, Nicholas Kelly Dao, Raven Elizabeth Davis, Leah D. Weaver, Lauren Flores, Courtney Franklin, Marilyn Melgoza, Carlos and Christopher Manuel Teo. Delicia Duff and Daring Eap. Cruz, Martin Cruz, Ronis A. Garcia, Joslyn Lourdes Taylor, Ernest Martin Thu- Niza Raquel Del Villar, Ruth Ashley Wilkerson, Jodie Wil- Erick Frias, Lizeth Frias, Misael Mira, Ahmad Osama Kabrelle Elvin Thomas, Aaron Scott Ebbinghaus, Cruz, Isabel Abigail Curiel Mendoza, Riley Ann Miller, mann and Brian P. To. Delgado, Shyann Kormel liams and Phoenicia Wilson. Jorge Luis Fuentes, Jose Mohamad, Tracy Hannelore Melanie Lois Thompson, Justin Loyd Eckols, Juston and Anthony Dang. Jennifer Nicole Mitchell, Erika Aimee Torres, Tanya Dempsey, Dennis Rafael Eleventh grade Angel Galarza, Crystal Ashley Montes, Rachel Nicole Tony Tieu, Tram Hong To, Ryan Edwards, Diana Judy Nga Dang, Jaclynn Mohamad Osama Mohamad, Torres, Anh Tran, Brian Anh- Diaz, Danielle Marie Diazher- Naseem Hussein Abusaif, Galaviz, Eden Galvan, Andrea Moore, Teresa E. Moreno, John Manuel Torres, Carol Guadalupe Espinoza, Victoria Monica Deleon, Jeremiah R. Kimberly Edith Molina. Khoa Tran, Bryan Huy Phong nandez, Alberto Joel Dorantes Amjad Shareef Abushaban, Gamez and Aaron R. Garcia. Roberto Nicholas Morin, To-Uyen Tran, Dorthy Aunitamarie Fee, Ashley Deleon, Javier Delgado, Yvonne Marie Molina and Tran, Diana Thuy Duong and Cree J'na Dorsey. Cleavon Jeroy Adams, Javier Megan Alyce Gary, Blanca Darrin Keith Motley, Jasmine Thituyen Tran, Hoa Thanh Nicole Feyes, Clint Flores, Brandon Dimas, David Dinh, Allen Ismael Montes. Tran, Emily Phuong Tran, Michael Quoc Thang Du, Aguirre, Jacob J. Al-Asmar, Nelly Garza, Joanna Marie Amber Mottu, Jonathan Tran, Hong Tuyet Tran, Julianna Grace Fort, Caitlyn Hoang Kim Dinh, Sergio Savannah Nicole Montoya, Justin Tran, Luan Thanh Tran, Daniel Francisco Duran, Brenda Yvette Albarran, Garza, Mantej Kaur Gill, Munoz and Julie E. Murphy. Michelle My Tran, Paul Huy Elizabeth Francis, Solmayra Diosdado, Dynasty Morique Christopher Andrew Morgan, Vy Toung Thi Tran, Jennifer Noah West Escamilla, Rene Javier Caesar Alvarado, Miranda Gloria, Samantha David Edgar Neri, Dustin Tran, Thuy Tien Tran and Gallardo, Tommy Lee Gamble Edwards, Jennifer Michelle Chanse Manuel Morris, Gia Buu Trinh, Jenna Truong, Jovanni Escobar, Jimmy Michael C. Anagbogu, Tessa Gomes, Karelia Gomez, Quangdinh Ngo, Nghiep John Carlos Traslavina. and Andrew Garcia. Eignus, Nicholas Paul Engle, Geraldine Navarrete, Ahmad Khoa Xuan Truong and Esquivel, Shirin Farhana, Suzanne Andrade, Raquel Kimberly Carolyn Gonzales, Minh Nguyen, Alvin Tien Gustavo Adolfo Trevino, Christopher Martin Garcia, Angelica Vanessa Enriquez Rashaad Neal, Carmen Ner- Quachtinh Le Truong. Elisa Fernandez, Maria Lasha Ardoin and Andres Ana Julia Gonzalez, Andrea Nguyen, Austin Ryan-Vinh Thomas Ray Trevino, Katie Nancy Janice Garcia, Kelley No Job Too Small! and Yasser Otoniel Erazo. ing, Amber Autumn Nguyen, Bianca Michelle Valerio, Eugenia Ferreira, Andrew Armenta. Cecilia Gonzalez, Brandon Nguyen, Buu Nguyen, Dana Victoria Tyer, Chukwuemeka Suzanne Gartner, Ashley Edgar Aljandro Escalera, Anh Thu Cindy Nguyen, Billy James Varghese, Jancy Var- Joseph Flores, Zachary Austin Hortencia Valeria Armenta, Edgardo Gonzalez and Diego T. Nguyen, Kenny Nguyen, Kendrick Uchendu, Kenneth Danielle Garza, Devin Han- Jacquelyn Mikayla Estrada, Nguyen, Christina Nguyen, ghese, Joshua Varghese, Flores, David Eduardo Fraga Barry Allen-Michael Authen- Gonzalez. Nam Quoc Nguyen, Stephanie Javier Valerio, Andy Buuphat nah Gettig, Karla Mireya Destinee Desiree Evans, Duy Minh Anh Nguyen and Yarely Nataly Vasquez, Juan and Dalila Jazmin Galindo. reith, Emily Nicole Averitt- Jazmin Rosemary Gonzal- Nguyen, Tina Thi Nguyen, Van, Rigoberto Giovanni Gomez, Kellen Denise Go- Joseph Donnelly Fee, William Hieu Trung Nguyen. Manuel Vega, Savana Terra Jennifer Elizabeth Galvan, Clevela, Alex Avila, Cynthia ez, Sandra Enid Gonzalez, Tri Nhan Nguyen and Veron- Vargas, Marco Mencio mez, Jonathan Rene Gonzales, Fernandez, Dalia Lisbeth Jennifer Nguyen, Kevin Velasquez, Ilse Alejandra Angel Phillip Garcia, Gerardo Joanna Avila, Areli Aviles, Nora Guerra, Elizabeth ica Nicole Nicholson. Varron, Nyla Osiris Vasquez Melissa Rene Gonzales, Flores, Maria Fernanda Nguyen, Mailynn Nguyen, Vielma, Miranda Alexis Garza, Jason Vy Giang, Lisa Albert Ayala, Juan Carlos Jazmin Guilamo, Laura Pilar Christopher Alan Nickel- and Shannon Janee Veal. Alvaro Gonzalez and Eduar- Call For Information Flores, Nazeiby Sarahi Flores, Tai Ngoc Nguyen, Thien Villanueva, Rebecca Nicole Renee Gill, Jacqueline Gloria, Ayala, Michael Phillip Baez, Gutierrez, Allison Kay Hall, son, Chidi Carl Nnabuife, Jose Luis Vega, Cassandra do Gonzalez. Ricky Ted Flores, Jaelyn Luong Van Nguyen, Vivian Villegas and Greer Ethan Claudia Bianca Gonzalez, Atali Balderas, Veronica Briana Maritza Harper, C’ella Shannon O’Connor, Erik Elizabeth Velasquez, Esmer- Justin Lee Goodin, Jessica Breon Fox and Stephanie Oanhhoang Nguyen, Shelby Vincent. Daniel Andres Gonzalez, Beatris Bardales and Adam Lorraine Hawkins, Dyna Olmos-Tristan, Miguel Angel alda Velazquez, Annabel Daniela Graham, Treydell Martin Gonzalez, Yadira Scott Barker. Tieda Hay, April Diana Ovalle, Larry Dylan Parcell, Justinemontelon Villa, Gus- Jewon Gray, Kayla Nicole Gonzalez, Michael Ryan Joshua Emmanuel Bas- Henderson and Kerry Joseph Holly Nirmal Patel, Rosa tavo Martinez Villalon, Erica Continued on Page 4A Graham and Eva Nataly PISD police deliver Grimaldo. Rebecca Michelle Guerra, Johnathon Dylan Guzman, Damon De’sean Hall, Lakiya relief goods to Joplin Raquel Hanks, Kamille Lynette Harris, Osaka Heng, Six Pasadena Indepen- other supplies into a large McMahan. Sgt. David Garza Brittany Marie Hernandez, dent School District police truck. The supplies were do- helped coordinate the load- Marcy Lee Higginbotham, offi cers prepared to hit the nated by staff and students at ing of relief supplies in the Christian Andrew Highfield, highway recently, bound about 30 district schools. administration building park- Katherine Marie Houghton for Joplin, Mo., to make a Additional supplies for ing lot. and Brent Regan Hubbell. Memorial Day weekend de- the trip were donated by the The tornadoes that struck Jasmin Bentancourt Huer- livery of relief supplies to Shadycrest Church in Pear- Joplin killed 130 people, ta, Danh Cong Huynh, Jimmy victims of the recent tornado land. in the latest count, and left Thien Huynh, Kenny Khang disaster. Offi cers making the trip thousands homeless. Huynh, Nantiporn Kate Offi cers spent an after- were Jason Grice, Amber About 100 additional Inchun, Anna Lynne Ingalls, noon slinging dozens of Murphy, Joe Baez, Marco people are still reported as Alexia Janelle Jackson, Jesmi cases of water and loading Vela, Trae Morris and Bill missing. Jacob, Sidney Joseph Jacques, Jacqueline Jaramillo, Terrence Keith Jefferson and Leigh- Ann Felice Joseph. Sabrina Juarez, Sydney Ann Keatts, Angelica Keller, Paul Kwang Mo Kim, Tori Nickole King, Ira Mitchelle Lanza, Aaron Chaise Lari- viere, Minh Leon Le, Yen Phuchoang Le, Valeria Leal, Katherine Erin Lee, Michelle Elizabeth Lee and Kody Alan Lefever. Alyssa Marie Lerma, Eric James Leuenberger, Roger Omar Lizama, Destiny Rene Lopez, Mariana Edith Lopez, Minhtrong Nguyen Lu, David Luna, Kimberly Oanh Luu, Denise Thuy Ma, Eusebio Maldonado, Giordano Ivan Maldonado, Gloria E. Mancia and Mia Alexis Marquez. Scott Earl Marsella, Pictured above are, left to right, relief helpers Sgt. David Garza and offi cers Gabriel Martinez, Obed Isai Jason Grice, Amber Murphy, Joe Baez and Marco Vela. Martinez, Lorin Rose Mata, Below, Pasadena ISD offi cer Marco Vela fi res a case of water to Sgt. David Erin Marie Mauk, Tameka Garza while Joe Baez helps with the loading of relief supplies for Joplin. Michelle McCoy, Britany M. McLean, Cristyan Medina, No Job Too Small! David Eduardo Mena Ramir- ez, Alexia Levi Mendez, Tiffany Marie Mercado and Sarah Marie Merrill. Lily Nicole Meyer, Eric Montoya, Blake Edward Montross, Brittany Lee Montross, Brooke Ashley Montross, Wasiq Mubarak, Syeda Siddra Naqvi, Kortney Call For Information Marie Neely, Hector David Neira, Christine Thao Nguyen, Cuong Sy Nguyen and Kevin Thai Nguyen. Khanh Phuong Nguyen, Linda Hoai Nguyen, Mason Man Nguyen, Quynh Anh- minh Nguyen, Sally Nguyen, Eric Thomas Ochoa, Elizabeth Renee Olmos, Jaimy Nicoll Orellana, Gabriela Ortega, Edwin Eduardo Padilla- Please complete this entry & drop off at the front desk, South Belt-Ellington Leader. Hernandez and Amanda Marie Palacios. Christopher Anthony Pantoja, Jess Dalton Parcell, Samantha Annmarie Paredes, Sean Michael Peace, Cassidy Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, June 16, 2011 PLT offers new Over The Back Fence by Jan Patterson graduates program for youth Pasadena Little Theatre ties. will start a new summer Participants will not only program, the Young Actors learn to act, but also learn HANEYS WELCOME NEW GRANDSON! ebrated by Karol Chamorro and Lachee 15 years. Kristy said that her grandmother Workshops, that puts child theater etiquette, theater Roy and Cathy Haney welcomed their Payne on June 18. Blow out the birthday taught her and her sisters to read by the participants on stage in a full terms, self-expression, team new grandson, Dash William Choate, born candles on June 21 for Ana Hurtado. time they were three years old, and set the theatrical production. work, and respect for other in Cedar Park at 9 a.m. on Monday, June DOBIE TRAILMIXERS MEET foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Starting July 2011, PLT actors and the directors. 6. Dash weighed 5 lb., 4 oz. and stretched The Dobie Trailmixers recently met at The sisters, in turn, inspired their mother, will offer two summer ses- The musical session will 18-1/4 inches long. Proud parents are Luby’s for their monthly meeting. Topics Becky Tatom, to return to school and work sions. begin Tuesday, July 5, meet- Leigh Haney Choate and Dayne Choate. included: for a degree in nursing. The fi rst, for ages 11 ing daily from 1:15 to 6 p.m. BIRTHDAY GREETINGS FOR EMORY Dobie’s 2011 seniors were the first PISD Pasadena High School librarian Jane through 18 years, will feature There will be seven perfor- Happy birthday greetings are sent to class to graduate this year at Hofheinz Golenko, decided to retire this year. the musical Annie, Jr., direct- mances during the dates of Emory Gadd on Tuesday, June 21, from his Pavilion on Friday, June 3. She and Richard are happy to welcome ed by Janet Sharpley, book July 15 through July 17, and family and friends. It’s been an excellent year of achieve- son Jonathan, his wife, Ana, and their by Thomas Meehan, music July 21 through July 24. Tu- by Charles Strouse and lyrics ition is $175. SCHOOL DAZE ment at J. Frank Dobie. Teacher of the two daughters to the South Belt area as by Martin Chamin. The play session will be- The following personnel and staff mem- Year is Steven Higginbotham, Academic Jonathan pursues his nursing degree at The second, for ages 8 gin Monday, July 18, meeting bers of the Pasadena Independent School Decathlon coach. Bob Daugherty was UTMB in Galveston. through 13 years, will show- daily from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. District celebrate birthdays June 16 through named one of 12 Outstanding Teachers Trish Boudra, Dobie speech chief, is case the play Many Princess- There will be fi ve perfor- June 22. of the Humanities, Kathleen Murrell is pleased to report on her growing family. es, Only One Crown, written mances between July 29 and Atkinson Elementary Teacher of the Year in the National Math Rita and her husband are in South Africa and directed by Judie Valen- July 31. Tuition is $125. On June 18, Venice Boatwright and and Science Institute, and science teacher and welcoming their first child. Regan and tine. E-mail Janet Sharpley at Crystal Wright share a birthday. Eric Brown earned the PISD “Achieve his family live in Houston, and Rhonda and Each session will end with [email protected] to Burnett Elementary More” recognition award. her husband and two sons have moved a complete show with several reserve a spot for the work- The day for a cake for Jocelyn Baker is Longtime Dobie Spanish teacher Gloria here, also. performances. shop sessions. June 16. Blow out the birthday candles for Shifflet died in May. Her cheerful smile Cathy and Roy Haney reported that The goal of the new pro- E-mail Judie Valentine Tonna Clay June 20. was a welcome sight around the school. their two oldest grandchildren, belonging gram is to teach youth partici- at [email protected] for in- Bush Elementary Mike Montz said he enjoys the Trailmixers to son Mike and his wife Jayna, graduated pants all aspects of acting by formation about the play, Happy birthday greetings are sent to newsletters, but really wishes Dobie “old- from high school this year (Strake Jesuit providing safe, non-compet- Many Princesses, Only One Mariana Meneses June 17. Cynthia timers” could enjoy a reunion party. Maybe and Episcopal) and are headed to college. itive performance opportuni- Crown. Meguarder is wished a happy birthday on more retirees could meet at the Luby’s on Daughter Leigh and husband Dayne are June 20. Fuqua with the group on the first Tuesday of preparing to welcome their first child, a boy. Frazier Elementary each month, year-round… Jean Boudreaux recently celebrated a Blow out the birthday candles for Lilian Matt and Cheryl Park have moved milestone birthday in Las Vegas. Dobie rolls . . . Espinoza on June 17. Enjoying a birthday into their new home. Matt is Instructional Lynne Champion is working for the June 19 is Monica Trevino. Technology liaison now, and Cheryl is Haak Winery in Dickinson, and helping to Continued from Page 3A olson, Travont’e Demond Moore Elementary teaching at Rayburn. Their youngest son, publicize this successful business. Guel, Crisma Sandoval Gue- Norris, Angelique M. Olivar- Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to Dalton, is now three years old, and Drayton Christine Pavalko recently celebrated vara, Erika Guzman, Amy es, Sarah Monique Ontiveros, Dixie Thompson June 16. On June 17, is registered for kindergarten in the fall. her 87th birthday. Dobie’s first nurse, Chris Lynn Hall, Elise Ashley Amber Marie Others, Andrew Mercedes Mata has a birthday. Marking a The family is planning an active summer, now lives with her daughter and family in Harper, Erin Brittani Hen- McKenzie Parker and Amber- derson, Leeann Henry, Ryan lin Rae Parson. birthday June 20 is Romelia Graham. including swimming lessons, Sea World, Bellaire. Holly Patterson graduated May 15, 2011, from Richard Henry and Amber Constance Michelle Peace, Stuchbery Elementary and Vacation Bible School. They said they Rosemary Rayburn is editing the the University of Houston-Clear Lake with a Paula Hernandez. Alexa Perez, Aracely Perez, Birthday wishes are sent to Quyen Tieu will also take another Christmas cruise this monthly magazine which publishes the Master of Arts degree in Industrial-Organiza- Tanisha Nirvana Hernan- Hoangvu Tran Pham, Jennifer June 20. The day for a party for Carolyn year. writings of Sagemont Church members. tional Psychology. She received her Bachelor of dez, Xavier Luis Hernandez, Tran Phan, Darien Marquis Waller is June 21. Blow out the birthday Jean Woest has earned the United States She also enjoys spending time with her candles for Lauren Nalepa on June 22. Census Bureau’s Award of Excellence, grandchildren. Science degree in Psychology in 2008 from UH Adriana Herrera, Hongnhung Price, Aaron Michael Prit- Main Campus, and she is a 2004 Dobie High Thanh Ho, Ashley Danielle chett, Pauline Ogoy Ragasa, Melillo Middle School which she recently accepted in Washington, The Dobie Trailmixers meet for lunch at 1 Hoggard, Katlyn Michelle Jennifer Angelica Ramirez, Edith Sierra is sent a birthday greeting D.C. She received a framed statement as p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at School graduate. Patterson is currently employed Hoggard, Arndreya Angelica Priscila Noemi Ramirez and on June 20. well as $5,000. the Luby’s Cafeteria on Fuqua. by the University of Houston, a subcontractor for Howard, Diandra Lee Hurd, Mohamed Shaffie Rasheed. Morris Middle School Lois Sumbera says she is 100 percent HOME RUN CORNER Wyle IS&E, a NASA contractor, in the Behavior- Benjamin C. Husband, Jessica Lisette Lopez Reyes, On June 20, Diana Murray is wished a recovered from her double knee surgery. Adrian Garcia of the AAA Astros al Health and Epidemiology sections. She is the Hanh Huynh, Zaheer Umar Jasper Richardson, Monika happy birthday. She walked out of the hospital without a launched his first home run of the season daughter of Brett and Denise Patterson of Kirk- Kamal, Melissa Knight and Nikole Rivera, Nadine Beverly Hills Intermediate walker and hasn’t looked back. She said she in a District 15 tournament game against wood. Christopher M. Krivik. Elizabeth Robbins, Faith Ann June 17 is the day for a birthday party for enjoyed the retirement reception at Dobie O.F.A. The Astros went on to win that game Jacob Austin Lacamu, Roberts, Arlene Rodarte, Blanca Reyna. Enjoying a birthday June 19 the last week of school and impressed 18-2 and advance to the district semifinals Jeremy Allen Lacamu, Mi- Brandon Andres Rodriguez, is Raquel Alamos. everyone with her walking ability. before falling to Pearland White, 7-6. The chelle Lam, Kristen Marie Carlos Rodriguez, Noe Jesus wwww.GravityMoonwalks.comww.GravityMoonwalks.com Lanza, Darrian B. Lavergne, Rodriguez, Cesar Romero, Thompson Intermediate A feature story in the Houston Chronicle Astros ended up taking third place out of Christianna Le, Davis Dat Le, Gabriela Romero and Maria Gary Hickman enjoys a birthday June recently told the story of La Porte High 22 teams from District 15. Congratulations MMoonwalkoonwalk RRentalsentals FFREEREE DDELIVERYELIVERY Kevin Nguyen Le, Ngocbao Beatrice Rosales. 18. Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to School senior class valedictorian Kristy is sent from his teammates and family. GGrandrand VVarietyariety iinn tthehe aarea.rea. Thanh Le, Phuong-Duyen Arlene Christina Salazar, Jenifer Hill June 21. Tatom, an outstanding student and athlete LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS CCombosombos CChairhair & ttableable Dobie High who plans to pursue a nursing career in E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, Mai Le, Chase Byron Lee, Juan Luis Sanchez, Paige WWaterslides/Slipaterslides/Slip & SlidesSlides rrentals,entals, aalso!lso! Eun Kyeong Lee and Alma Leigh Sanchez, Josue Ben- On June 17, greetings for a wonderful college. She, her twin sister, Misty, and congratulations, etc., to mynews@south Patricia Lopez. jamin Santos, Crystal Kaye birthday are sent to Benjamin Childress, older sister Katie were inspired by their beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject EEnglishnglish EEspañolspañol Christopher Isai Lopez, Sartor, Kyara Ja’quoia Mary John Kneisler, Stephanie Patrisso and grandmother, Carolyn Finley, a 28-year line. Items must be submitted by Friday Jacob Zachariah Lopez, Elizabeth Scott, Dannielle Veronica Zuniga. A double birthday is cel- history teacher who taught at Dobie for noon for the next week’s publication. 8832-303-109632-303-1096 2281-777-313381-777-3133 Alyssa Jade Loredo, Robert Nicole Shaw, Samantha Luna, Huy Phan Luu, Jimmy Christina Simmons, Domin- Ly, Kevin Khanh Ly, Jeannette ique Donald Simon and ® Beatriz Machuca, Yolanda Y. Christopher J. Soto. 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Belt July Fourth Parade was Medicaid,CHIP 20. 20% about the Blackburn purse 15 years ago (1996) Proud to be an American. & Insurance exam, x-rays & off your first South Belt-Ellington Leader snatching. Pasadena elementary Jean Liew, daughter of consultation treatment 30 years ago (1981) schools began releasing re- Yook-Ying and Wai-Ping Accepted In the Food Town Shopping Center Failure of the Texas Leg- port cards every nine weeks Liew, was recognized as Leader Reader Ads Deadline: islature to redraw lines for instead of every six weeks. the fi rst Dobie High student 25 Words $8 for 1 week the state’s congressional Design of the quarter- named Latin Student of the Noon Tuesday districts forced the governor mile extension of Black- Year in Texas at the 2006 John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. or 25 Words for 3 Weeks $21 Ads Are Not Taken to call a special session. hawk Boulevard to link the State Latin Convention. no changes, no refunds. Over The Phone Southeast Volunteer Fire beltway to Fuqua was being 1 year ago (2010) Orthodontist Department acquired a new done by an engineering fi rm The First Convenience $37,184 ambulance. in the city’s attempt to ac- Bank inside the Kroger at 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer 25 years ago (1986) celerate the project. Beltway 8 and Sabo was Harris County Com- 10 years ago (2001) robbed. According to police, missioner’s Court gave A return of Tropical two suspects were involved ______the green light for a Harris Storm Allison fl ooded the in the robbery. According to • Braces Without Tooth Removal County Court Annex in the area leaving 20 inches of police, no weapons were ______South Belt area. rain in the week. used, and no one was Even if the Pasadena In- The City of Houston be- injured. The suspects report- • Headgear NOT Required ______dependent School District gan a $25 million program edly fl ed the scene in an hired every black person for debris removal. unidentifi ed vehicle. The ______on fi le, PISD still could not 5 years ago (2006) previous October, the bank • Insurance Assignment Accepted fi ll the quota sought by the Sagemont Church cel- was robbed by someone the Make checks payable to: U.S. Justice Department, ebrated its 40th anniversary FBI dubbed the “Billy Goat said PISD defense attorney by hosting more than 5,000 Bandit.” No immediate Steve Greenberg. people in the Reliant Center. arrests were made. • Quality and Caring Office South Belt-Ellington Leader 20 years ago (1991) The Rev. John D. Morgan, Former South Belt resi- 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 Doris Barnes, 31-year pastor since Sagemont’s in- dent Leonard “Kirk” Nar- Second PISD employee and assis- ception, was presented with cisse retired from the Hous- • Certified Specialist Opinions tant principal of Pasadena a fi nancial contribution to ton Fire Department after Welcome After Hours: Use mail slot in High School, was named his retirement fund during serving more than 30 years. front of building facing Beamer. 281-481-5656 principal of South Houston the event. Narcisse worked his entire High School by the PISD Dobie Future Farmers of HFD career serving the Serving the South Belt Area Since 1981 board of trustees. America participated in a South Belt community. Thursday, June 16, 2011, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 South Belter in South Korea still maintains ties GRE Review set By Matt Griesmyer lege. Since then, the two his life. make sure to visit the South Williams, Bennett engaged Erik Finch, Dobie High have married and are expect- “The people I met there Belt area as much as pos- Learn effective exam strat- Course fee is $349 per School graduate of 1999, has ing their fi rst child in Sep- have obviously had a huge sible. Finch still has fam- egies and develop test-taking person and includes course gone a long way since his tember. impact on my life and my ily in the area, including his skills with this GRE Review materials; the Princeton Re- days in the South Belt com- As for his own childhood, world view,” Finch said. grandmother, whom he visits workshop that will dramati- view’s Cracking the GMAT munity. However, when he Finch remembers the South “The South Belt area is very whenever he is in town. cally help to improve exam or GRE and access to prac- was in school, he never ex- Belt area well. diverse, and I had a chance to Finch does recognize scores and increase chances tice software and exams. pected to be halfway around “I lived very close to meet and understand people that the tight-knit commu- of being selected by the grad- For more information or the world in Seoul, South Ko- school, so the neighborhood of different cultures and eth- nity of South Belt has indeed uate school of choice. to register, visit http://www. rea. around Dobie was a place nicity. It made my life a lot changed since he left the The GRE Review is sched- uhcl.edu/camp, call UHCL’s “I really can’t say that I where I spent a lot of time easier when I started work- nest. uled for June 18 and 25, from Center for Advanced Man- knew at the time,” Finch said. during and after class,” Finch ing abroad because the men- “Well, obviously, Dobie 8 a.m. to noon in the Bayou agement Programs at 281- “I had a lot of close friends said. “I remember walking to tal leap you have to make to switching buildings is the Building, University of Hous- 283-3133 or 281-283-3121, who I hung out with, and I and from school and hanging accept things that are vastly biggest change,” Finch said. ton-Clear Lake. or e-mail [email protected]. really didn’t think about the out with friends in the neigh- different from your own be- “By the time I went to Dobie, future.” borhood” liefs and customs is easier some of the same teachers Finch grew up in the Even the environment that when you grew up in that who taught my parents were UH art gallery showcases South Belt area. He lived in Finch lived in while attend- kind of environment.” still working and teaching in Kirkwood on Kirkhollow. He ing school in the South Belt While he does currently the same classroom. Now it graduate student artwork went to Dobie when it was at area had a great impact on live abroad in Seoul, he does is quite different.” its fi rst location on Beamer. The University of Hous- This exhibition and the At Dobie, he was involved ton-Clear Lake Art Gallery artists-in-residence are fund- in the tennis team as well as will showcase graduate stu- ed through the Art Exhibi- Latin competitions. dent artwork through Aug. 25 tions, Office of University Finch mentioned that he in the Bayou Building, Atri- Advancement, Cultural Arts, thought he would be doing um I, 2700 Bay Area Blvd. and the School of Human something with comput- The Graduate Exhibition Sciences and Humanities ers when he got out of high 2011 features the university’s Dean’s office. school. Upon graduation, graduate student artwork. For more information, call however, he decided to at- Gallery hours are Monday Nick de Vries, professor of tend college at the University through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 6 fine arts, at 281-283-3377 or of Texas for a year, and after p.m., and Friday 9 to noon. e-mail [email protected]. that, he joined the U.S. Air Force. After his stint in the U.S. Advertise! Call 281-481-5656 Air Force, Finch returned to UT and fi nished his bach- elor’s degree in Asian studies Hall Rentals with a minor in the Korean Weddings, Receptions, Graduation Parties, language. During his last year Reunions, Business Meetings, Training Purposes at the university, he applied Seating Capacity: 300 • $200 Deposit for and was offered a position $750 per day • $200 police offi cers at the Department of State as a foreign service offi cer. (If alcohol is served, BYOB) Includes cleaning, bar tenders, tables and chairs Following his initial train- ing, Finch attended a Korean American Legion Post 490 language course at the For- 11702 Galveston Road eign Service Institute before Houston, TX 77034 (across from Ellington Field) moving to Korea to serve as a vice consul at the U.S. Con- Hall Coordinator: Wendell F. Denney sulate in Seoul. Offi ce: 281-481-1179 Fax: 281-648-9795 Cell: 713-515-8267 While in Seoul, prior to separating from the U.S. Air Force, Finch met Toshie Former South Belt resident Erik Finch (right) poses for a picture with his wife, Largest selection of Takahashi at a Korean col- Toshie Takahashi. Photo submitted wigs in Texas! Julie and Rickey Bookman of Navasota, Texas, and Tom Williams of Albu- FEATURING querque, N.M., announce the engagement and upcoming marriage of their daughter, Melissa Lee Williams, to Travis Dean Bennett, son of Peggy and ESTETICA Meador lists end of year rolls Joe Bennett of South Belt. The bride-to-be is a licensed massage therapist DESIGNS and owner of Melissa Meliou Massage and Spa Inc. She recently opened a WIGS & EXTENSIONS RAQUEL WELCH™ SIGNATURE COLLECTION Meador Elementary re- Second grade Merit roll Emily Carlos, Andrea The Right BRA, OF WIGS & new office location in the Westchase District near Beltway 8 and Westheimer. HAIR ADDITIONS cently released its honor and Honor roll Matthew Barajas, Jesse Gonzalez, Christopher Gou- The prospective groom is a 2001 graduate of Dobie High School and attend- The Right Form! by JODEE merit rolls for the fourth nine- Brandon Alonzo, Jhannatul Herrera, Edgar Limon, Daniel deau, Damarcus Groves, Caring Fitters Trained & Certified ed San Jacinto College. He is currently a project manager for Basic Builders to Help With All Your After Becky’s weeks grading period. Asfi, Brianna Ayala, Jackie Ortega, Fernanda Peredo, Tjasa Murray, Trinity Reed, Inc. General Contractor. The couple is planning an October 2011 wedding Breast Surgery Needs. 125 E. Galveston Street First grade Blondet, Elizabeth Bui, Ailine Rivera, Giovanni Solis April Rodriguez, John Rod- Great selection of League City Honor roll Alberto Campa, Gizelle Car- and Oscar Valladares. riguez, Trey Rutherford and in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, with a reception in Waller, Texas. Mastectomy Swimsuits 281-332-6407 Hussiel Arias, Emily Car- dona, Alaysia Fuster, Darren Fourth grade Jose Torres. los, Julian Ceron, Tiana Clark, Groves, Mia Myers, Marcos Honor roll Second grade Ariana Martin, Rhiannon Sanchez and Christopher Corina Banda, Henri Bui, All Year Honor roll UHCL presents gifted, Morell, Edwin Moreno, Tjasa Walker. Priscilla Bui, Roberto Campa, Elizabeth Bui, Alaysia Murray and Kaili Ochoa. Merit roll Atziri Galarza, Kennedy Foster, Mia Myers and Chris- talented seminar June 24 Kassidy Pham, Colleen Noe Botello, Sameer Nguyen, Rebecca Reyna and topher Walker. 832-647-1909 Powell, Trinity Reed, April Buksh, Jaiden Campbell, Jack Yo. All Year University of Houston- cational Programs Registrar Rodriguez, Kaley Saucedo, Jackson D’Cruze, Natalie Merit roll Honor or Merit roll Clear Lake will present a Joyce Young at 281-283- Cruise the Western Caribbean from Galveston Jose Torres and Jacob Vallad- Garza, Daisy Gonzalez, Tarzis Hector Anaya, Gabriel Sameer Buksh, Alberto seminar on GT Curriculum 3530, or e-mail youngj@ Honeymoons • Mexico • Alaska res. Lobos, Juan Rodriguez and Barrerae, Raul Delgado, Campa, Gizelle Cardona, Differentiation Friday, June uhcl.edu. Disney World • Group Rates • Fun Jet Vacations Merit roll Jennifer Thorpe. Alyssa Dominguez, David Jackson D’Cruze, Natalie 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 Registration can be faxed Allow us to give you “Our Personalized Service” with all your travel plans... Jeffery Argueta, Savannah Third grade Garcia, Angel Gomez, John Garza, Darren Groves, Mar- p.m. in the Bayou Building, to 281-283-3528 or mailed to Just give us a call !! Brookland, Guillermo Chino, Honor roll Hoang, Joshua Kay, Gilianne cos Sanchez and Jennifer Room 1438. Center for Educational Pro- Idalia Contreras, Demetria Nathan Ancira, Ethan Cris- Rangel, Natalie Rodriguez Thorpe. Elementary and secondary grams, 2700 Bay Area Blvd., Pick a cruise for a great Summer vacation! Delgado, Amya Dubose, Dar- tancho, Bianca Cruz, Charis- and Alyssa Walker. 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All Year Honor roll Cristancho, Daniel Ortega, focus on cognitive content, dance set GARNER VISION CENTER Hussiel Arias, Tiana Clark, Omar Parada-Diaz and Oscar affective content, process, The Bay Area Singles Ariana Martin, Edwin Mor- Valladares. product and research. Club monthly dance will be Family Owned & Operated Visit: eno, Kaili Ochoa and Colleen Fourth grade Registration is $60 per held Saturday, June 18, from Powell. All Year Honor roll teacher and $40 for members 7 to 10:30 p.m. at the VFW “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” www.southbeltleader.com All Year Henri Bui and Jack Yu. of the Southeast Co-op and Lodge in Bacliff, located at Honor or Merit roll All Year includes a light lunch. Par- 1401 Grand Avenue on Honor or Merit roll ticipants earn six clock hours FM-646, one-quarter mile • Treatment of Gabriel Barrerae, Priscilla of credit toward required west of Highway 146. Eye Diseases Bui, Roberto Campa, David training hours. Bring snacks to share. Cost Garcia, John Hoang, Kennedy For more information or is $6 for members and $8 for Nguyen, Gilianne Rangel, to register, visit http://soe. nonmembers. Park Manor of South Belt Rebecca Reyna, Natalie Rod- uhcl.edu/BackToTheU/ or For information, call 409- riguez and Alyssa Walker. call UHCL Center for Edu- 948-1156 or 281-484-4762. Dr. B.J. Garner Therapeutic Optometrist Park Manor Optometric Glaucoma Specialist celebrates its FREE REGISTRATION - GOOD THRU JUNE 23 • Laser Surgery residents and their NEW ENROLLMENTS ONLY • WWW.MSJANETS.COM Child Care & Learning Center Consultations Laura Garner, special days! Registered Optician

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The Catholic Community of ST. LUKE THE EVANGELIST This Sunday: Rev. James Burkart, Pastor New Covenant Rev. Thomas Puthusseril, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fred Banda, Interim Minister Attend the 11011 Hall Rd. Houston, TX 77089 “The God of Love and Peace” (between Beamer & Blackhawk) Christian Church www.stlukescatholic.com Kirkwood South Christian Church LITURGY SCHEDULE Where God Makes Lives Better 10603 Blackhawk Saturday Vigil 5:30 p.m. 281-484-4230 Church of Your Choice Sunday 7:30, 9:15, 11:15 a.m. 10811 Kirkfair (At Beamer) Sunday 1:00 p.m. Misa en Espanol KSCchurch.org Bill & Cheryl Hines, Pastors Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 a.m. 281-481-0004 We’ve Enlarged Our Traditional Worship 8:30 & 11 a.m. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00 p.m. Sunday School - 9 a.m. Day Care Facilities Sunday School 9:45 & 11 a.m. Sacrament of Reconciliation is celebrated The Fountain (Contemporary) 5 p.m. Bill & Cheryl Hines Register Now! 281-481-2003 Thursday 6 to 7 p.m Saturday 4 to 5 p.m. Worship for Everyone - 10 a.m. Parish Office 281-481-6816 Faith Formation 281-481-4251 Listen to our Minister’s messages at WEEKLY SERVICE TIMES Sunday Youth Ministry 281-481-4735 www.KSCchurch.org Wednesday St. Luke’s offers ministries for ALL-families, men, women, Early Service • 7:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting • 7:00 p.m. Sunday School • 9:30 a.m. youth, children, young adults, single, divorced, separated, Mid-Week Service • 7:45 p.m. “HABITAT” HAPPENS! Worship Service • 10:45 a.m. Cokesbury United Methodist Church widowed. UPDATE Youth Events on Fridays - 6:30 p.m. Nursery Available at all Services 281-484-9243 • 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Page 6, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, June 16, 2011 Weber student, now Weber top teacher Lacy Simmons Prahm, creates an environment where where my passion for teach- through her relationships Park ISD and was named af- Come Party with Us former student at Weber El- my students feel safe to learn ing started, I always see my- with students, staff, and even ter my grandfather.” ementary, currently teaches from their mistakes.” self at the age of 4 playing the parents at my elementary Today she continues to at Weber where she was re- All of her hard work school,” said Prahm. campus.” said Prahm. learn from her students who After Work cently presented the Teacher and dedications have shone Along with passion for a Another major infl uence inspire her every year to be of the Year award. through her many leadership job well done comes infl u- in her educational career is the teacher she is. “Their She is the daughter of activities and staff develop- ence. Prahm believes that her grandfather, Kenneth J. desire to learn and be loved Mark and Linda Simmons ments. Her activities include her mother has played a huge Tice. “He served 18 years is my reason for waking up Music & Bowl who have been South Belt being a mentor for student role in leading her passion for on the local school board and coming to school ev- residents for 35 years. teachers and informing and teaching. and spent countless hours at ery day without hesitation.” Tuesday 7 p.m. - 10 p.m. ONLY $10 When Weber Elementary motivating staff to plan better “She was a substitute meetings where he became said Prahm. “The learning was located on Southbend, educational strategies. teacher for several elemen- a voice for the community’s amongst myself and my stu- she attended the school for Becoming a teacher was a tary schools, and during this needs,” said Prahm. “Finally, dents within my classroom 3 hours of bowling shoes are included seven-years and has current- goal at a very young age for period of my life, my mother in 1979, Kenneth J. 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Pearland Maroon ad- Barosh pace vanced as the District 15 champion, taking down neighboring Pearland White Astros’ title 12-8 in the championship The major division As- round. tros used power bats to Locally, the Sagemont- capture the Sagemont- Beverly Hills Little Dobie H.S. League divisional title game as Wayne Lominac softballers Jr. (left) socked a pair of homers and drove in fi ve runs. Meanwhile, team- state-ranked mate Alec Barosh ham- The Dobie High School mered a 3-run homer as varsity softball team, which the Astros cruised to the played in the Region III championship. With the championship series, fi n- players is Astros’ man- ished the season with a state ager Wayne Lominac Sr. ranking. The Astros put together The Texas Girls Coaches a regular season record Association listed Class 5A of 19-4 this season. state tournament champion The Woodlands at No. 1. Dobie, meanwhile, grabbed the No. 8 overall slot in the poll. The Orioles of the Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little Mateo Guzman, Cristian Vela, (middle row) Max League captured the AAA division champion- Garcia, Jason Cruz, A.J. Martinez, Devin Childs, ship crown, ending the season with a 17-1 record. Ramiro Moreno, R.J. Ortega, Griffi n Hall, (back Sagemont-Beverly Hills major Astros win championship Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) row) coaches Quirino Guajardo, Joe Martinez and Quirino Guajardo, Trey Trevino, Aaron Ramirez, Ernie Guzman. AA Cardinals win SBHLL divisional title

The Cardinals of the Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little zar, Jeremiah Shaw, Kalub Contreras, Dylan Villar- The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League major division Astros row) Cody Giles, D.J. Andrus, Joe Angel Huerta, Wayne Lomi- League AA division walked away with the champion- real, Joshua Perales, coach Chuck Johnson, (back took fi rst place after coming through with a record of 19-4 in the nac, Jr., Robby Zavaleta, Alec Barosh, (back row) coach Danny ship during the spring season after putting together row) manager Anthony Villarreal, Andres Melchor, regular season. Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) Andrus, Darrian Henry, Christian Garcia, manager Wayne Lo- a record of 11-3-1. Members of the team are, left to Alec Johnson, Coby Rose, Marquice Scott, Zarian Dillon Jackson, Jose Cruz, Mikey Fuqua, Tristan Flores, (middle minac, Sr. and coach Jeff Barosh right, (front row) coach Javier Almaguer, Isaac Sala- Forde, Jovan Silva and coach Dustin Johnson.

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The H-Town Jokers, a 10-under select baseball team Gaytan, Jorge Garza, (middle row) Alex Hernandez, from the South Belt area, captured fi rst place at the Frank Mendez, Dylan Heim, Bryan Cisneros, (back United States Specialty Sports Association June Jam row) coach Oscar Perea, coach Donny Velazquez, 11-AA event at Big League Dreams in League City. Dave Amaya and manager Rudy Mendez. Not pic- Members of the team are, left to right, (front row) tured are coach Mike Mendez and Lorenzo Mendez. Sam Velazquez, Brandon Valdez, Aaron Perea, Nick Dobie baseball’s Eckols, Brook pair set to play in HABCA all-star series

Dobie High School class Lamar High School June at Hill Junior College, and played at Reckling Park of 2011 senior Justin Eck- 20. The Southeast versus Vruggink is headed to the June 21-22. ols will join Clear Brook’s Southwest All-Star Game University of Houston. For more information, Ryan Vruggink and Keaton is Wednesday, June 22, at There are a total of four visit www.Houston5Abase Miller as part of the Hous- Rice University’s Reckling all-star games slated to be ball.com. ton Area Baseball Coaches Park. First pitch is at 4:30 Association All-Star Series. p.m. The local trio are all a It will be the fi nal time part of the 5A Southeast that Eckols, Miller and Sports news, notes squad, which also features Vruggink represent their re- District 22-5A Most Valu- spective high schools. SBHLL board to meet able Player Kerry Cloud of Eckols, a three-year Deer Park and two players starter at Dobie, has signed The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League board will host its monthly meeting Wednesday, June 22, at San Jacinto College pitchers Tyler Wright and Miguel Peña (shown above) from the state champion- to play collegiately this fall have been named National Junior College Athletic Association All-Americans, ship Brazoswood squad. at Paris Junior College. the Kirkmont MUD Building, beginning at 6:30 p.m. For more details, visit eteamz.com/sbhll. the organization announced.Wright, a left-hnaded pitcher from Mayde Creek The all-star series is part Miller, who like Vrug- High School, was named to the third team after fi nishing the season 10-1 overall of a three-day event that gink was a three-year var- with a 2.69 ERA, second on the team. Peña, a left-handed pitcher from La Joya/ begins with a scouting com- sity starter at Clear Brook, Brook volleyball camp Mission High School, an honorable mention selection, was one of the top pitch- bine, to be held at Houston is set to play collegiately Clear Brook High School varsity volleyball ers in the country, ranking 19th with a team-best 1.98 ERA. He fi nished the coach Meredith Thompson and her staff will host season 10-3 overall, and was named the NJCAA pitcher of the week for the week the 2011 Lady Wolverines’ youth camp July 25-29 of May 4. On June 7, Pena was drafted in the sixth round of the Major League HABCA All-Star Series at the school. Students entering the fourth through Baseball First-Year Player Draft by the Boston Red Sox. San Jac won its fi fth ninth grades as of the 2011-2012 school year are consecutive Region XIV South Zone championship this season and advanced to 5A Southeast Roster eligible to attend. To register, visit the volleyball Dobie High School class of 2011 senior Jose Gonzalez the fourth round of the Region XIV tournament. SJC fi nished with a 40-16 over- website at www.clearbrookvolleyball.org. (7) has decided to continue his education and soccer all record, the fi fth straight 40-plus win season for San Jac. Head Coach Tom Player Pos. School career at San Jacinto College after a star-studded ca- Arrington was named the Region XIV South Zone Coach of the Year for the second consecutive year, and six players were named to the Region XIV South Kerry Cloud P Deer Park LSA boys’ basketball camp reer with the Longhorns, including a 2011 Region III championship game appearance. All-conference team. Matt Brister P Clear Springs Lutheran South Academy boys’ basketball coach Jeremy Louden will lead the Pioneers’ camp June Santos Saldivar P Rayburn 20-24 at the academy. Boys entering the second Chris Morales P Clear Creek through eighth grades as of the 2011-2012 school Houstonians ’97 soccer wins regional, onto nationals year are eligible to attend. Cost is $100, and the ses- Ryan Moye P La Porte sion will run from 8 to 11:30 a.m. each day. Ryan Vruggink P Clear Brook Lutheran South softball camp Felix Gomez P Milby Lutheran South Academy softball coach Ragan Preston Marsh Inf. Clear Lake Cain will host the Lady Pioneers’ camp June 20-23 Andres Rangel Inf. S. Houston at the academy. Girls entering the fi fth through 12th grades as of the 2011-2012 school year are eligible Keaton Miller Inf. Clear Brook to attend. Cost is $75, and the session will run from Trey Williams Inf. Alvin 9 a.m. to noon each day. Zach Gibson Inf. Clear Creek Dobie girls’ hoops camp Joe Arechia OF P. Memorial Dobie varsity girls’ basketball head coach Shane Brown and his staff will host the 2011 Lady Long- J.C. Neighbors OF Clear Springs horns’ Youth Basketball Camp July 11-13 at the James Cantu OF Brazoswood school. Students entering the fourth through ninth grades as of the 2011-2012 school year are eligible Cameron Smith OF Clear Lake to attend. The cost per student is $55 cash or money Justin Eckols C Dobie order, which includes a camp T-shirt. No checks will be accepted. The sessions will run from 9 a.m. Zach Zavala C Bay. Sterling to noon. For more information, direct e-mail to *Jordan Stephens P Alvin Brown at [email protected]. *Brandon Bergen P Brazoswood Dobie youth football camp *C.J. McElroy OF Clear Creek Longhorns’ varsity head football coach Jim Phil- * Will not participate lips and his staff will host the 2011 Dobie youth football camp July 11-14 at the school, from 6 to 8 Head coach – Rupert Jaso, Clear Lake p.m. Students ages 6 through 12 are eligible to at- Asst. coach – Joe Betters, Clear Lake tend. The cost is $40 prior to the camp and $50 the The Houstonians ’97 won the state tournament hosted at the Bernade, Deysi Mendoza, Amanda Bautista, Sabrina Munquia, day of the camp. For more information, call Long- South Texas Youth Soccer Association and represented the state Miranda Gonzales, Katia Guzman, (back row) coach Denise Asst. coach – Trae Grimes, Clear Lake horns’ assisant coach Kenneth Foster at 713-899- at the regional competition in Alabama, where the team came Lewis, Mariah Escobar, Monica Ploucha, Abby Farias, Stepha- Asst. coach – Mike Morgan, P. Memorial 2054. up with another win to advance to nationals. Members of the nie Espinoza, Riane Smith, Erica Romero, Ydalis Rea and as- team are, left to right, (front row) Amanda Avalos, Jazmine sistant coaches Jose Rea and Jorge Farias. CALENDAR THURSDAY, JUNE 16 FRIDAY, JUNE 17 8 p.m. 7:30 p.m. 7 a.m. 7 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are The Clear Lake Gem and Mineral Society – Meets the third AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. held Sundays and Tuesdays from 8 to 9 p.m. and Thursdays from week of each month at the Clear Lake Park Building, 5001 NASA from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Parkway in Seabrook. Guests are welcome. Presenters for the 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. educational program explore a variety of subjects such as fossils, tion, or just drop in. tion, or just drop in. MONDAY, JUNE 20 planetary geology, mineralogy, lapidary, jewelry making, rock, Noon Noon fossil and mineral collecting, and field trips to various collecting 7 a.m. sites throughout Texas and surrounding states. All persons with an Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise from Moving Forward Women’s Adult Children Anonymous – The AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. interest in these topics are welcome to attend. Door prizes. Free noon to 1 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. ACA group meets Fridays at noon at the Up The Street Club in from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, parking. For more information, visit www.clgms.org. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a Webster, 508 Nasa Parkway, in room 4. ACA is a 12-step program THINK 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- TUESDAY, JUNE 21 complete list of services offered. of hope, healing and recovery for people who grew up in alcoholic tion, or just drop in. MONEY Al-Anon - Meets every Thursday from noon to 1:30 p.m. at the or dysfunctional homes. For more information, call 281-286-1431. 9 a.m. 7 a.m. First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Monday through Friday. THINK Room 111. For information, call 281-487-8787. 6 p.m. therapy from 9 to 10:30 a.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, from 7 to 8 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 5:30 p.m. Frontier Squares – Meets to square dance at the Westminster 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Room 114. Call 281-487-8787 for informa- THE tion, or just drop in. Texas German Society, South Belt (Southeast) Chapter – A Academy at 670 E. Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Refreshments a complete list of services offered. CLASSIFIEDS 11 a.m. social group interested in the culture, music, heritage and lan- provided. For more information, contact Gina Sherman at 281-554- 6 p.m. guage of the immigrants in early German settlements in Texas. 5675 or visit www.frontiersquares.com. Scrabble Club #511 – Meets every Monday at the IHOP on Fuqua The Bay Area Military Officers’ Wives – hold monthly luncheon buy... Meetings are held the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m. 7 p.m. from 6 to 9 p.m. All who enjoy the game or want to learn to play are meetings on the third Tuesday of each month. Meetings are held at invited to join. For more information, call 281-488-2923. Bay Oaks Country Club from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Active duty or retired you’ll save in the Fellowship Hall of Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Bay Area Bluegrass Association – Produces a bluegrass music 6:30 p.m. officers’ wives are eligible. For information, call Patt Simon at 832- Scarsdale Blvd. Visitors are welcome. Call 281-481-1238 for more show and jam session the third Saturday of each month, May and New Directions Singles Club – New Directions Singles support 221-2696 or Wendy Peters at 281-333-3115. money! information. December are exceptions. The stage show begins at 7 p.m., but meetings are held each Monday at 6:30 p.m. at Webster 6:30 p.m. pickers are welcome to bring their instruments and come earlier. 1 p.m. sell... Presbyterian Church, 201 W. NASA Parkway. For further informa- St. Luke’s Catholic Church – St. Luke the Evangelist Church, Admission is free. The show is held at the Johnny Arolfo Civic Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora- tion, call Susan at 832-494-5098 or Carolynn 281-340-2354. you’ll 11011 Hall Road, offers free tutoring on Tuesdays from 7 to 9 p.m. Center, 300 Walker in League City. For more information, visit mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. Civil Air Patrol Meeting – Weekly at Ellington Field in the Civil Air and Thursdays from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Tutoring is held in Room 2 of http://www.bayareabluegrass.org. Tuesday through Friday from 1 to 5 p.m. 204 S. Main, Pasadena. Patrol Building. Call 281-484-1352 and leave a message for more make the Education Building. Contact Joe Pavlicek at 281-484-1397 or For information, call 713-472-0565. SUNDAY, JUNE 19 information. by e-mail at [email protected]. 1:30 p.m. 2 p.m. 7 p.m. money! 8:30 p.m. Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. Grief Support Group – “Friends Helping Friends” meets every Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are Meets every Sunday, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas Monday from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehab Hospital, 655 E. therapy from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at Bayshore Sports Medicine and Call Today held Thursdays from 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays from 2 to 3:15 p.m. at First United Methodist Church Pasadena, Medical Center Blvd. in Webster. Those who have lost a spouse or Rehabilitation Center, 4021 Brookhaven, Pasadena. Visit www. from 8 to 9 p.m. at St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For more information, call 281-487-8787. other loved one are invited to participate. For information, call Betty hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. 281-481-5656 Street. For information, call 713-204-2481. Flynn at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033. 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For addi- Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise held from 4 to 5 p.m. at First out of 1/2 of 16” pipe. Great for tional information, call Roy at 713-734-1461. Baptist Church of Pearland, 3005 Pearland Parkway, Pearland. Visit www.hapson- REQUEST FOR COMPETITIVE SEALED PROPOSALS fajitas, $60.00. 281-481-3034. 6:30 p.m. line.org for a complete list of services offered. 6-16 Clear Lake Toastmasters Club – Meets at the Clear Lake Church of Christ, 938 El 6:30 p.m. FOR SALE: FULL SIZE POOL Project ID: #1821 Dorado Blvd. Call Jerry Tate at 281-481-5417 for information. Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Domestic violence sup- table/accessories/light fixture. Pearland Area Republican Women’s Club – meets the third Tuesday of the month port group for male survivors meets each Wednesday at 210 S. Walnut off SpawGlass Construction Corp. as the Construction Manager at Brand new condition. Disassembled, ready to move. at the Pearland Church of Christ Annex, 2217 N. 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The Dobie Longhorns’ varsity baseball program put together a memorable season 22-5A Varsity Baseball in 2011, taking second place in the 22-5A All-District Selections standings and then winning a playoff series for the fi rst time since the ’90s. Along the Most Valuable Player way, several players delivered big-time per- Kerry Cloud, Deer Park, Sr. formances on the fi eld. Five players in all landed fi rst-team berths when the district’s coaches unveiled the all-district selections. Co-Newcomer of the Year Those fi rst-teamers included pitcher Emmitt Cole Bedford, Deer Park, Fr. Pitts, catcher Justin Eckols, fi rst baseman Jordan Wyatt, Memorial, Soph. Xavier Johnson, outfi elder Zach Long and designated hitter Al Gonzalez. First Team Selections At left, Dobie junior right-hander Emmitt Pitts led the Longhorns in wins this season, playing a big P Emmitt Pitts, Dobie, Jr. role in the team’s second-place fi nish in 22-5A. For his work, Pitts was a 22-5A fi rst-team pick. Below, P Ethan Dillon, Memorial, Sr. Al Gonzalez was the district’s top designated hitter, leading the Dobie squad in home runs. P Andres Rangel, South Houston, Sr. P Santos Saldivar, Rayburn, Sr.

Three-year starting catcher Justin Eckols was the 22-5A 1B Xavier Johnson, Dobie, Jr. fi rst-teamer behind the plate and will now take his talents to Paris Junior College. 2B Cameron Reed, Deer Park, Sr. 7U Select Baseball Team SS Logan Taylor, Deer Park, Jr. Tryouts for Houston Toros 7U Coach Pitch 3B Nick Goode, Memorial, Sr. at Thompson Intermediate Thurs., June 23, at 6 p.m. C Justin Eckols, Dobie, Sr. Contact Rudy Peralez, 832-473-5549, [email protected], OF Ricky Ramirez, Deer Park, Jr. or Gilbert Torres, 832-473-4419, OF Zach Ford, Deer Park, Jr. [email protected] OF Joe Arechiga, Memorial, Sr. TTreatreat yyourour DDadad ttoo a OF Zach Long, Dobie, Jr. DH Al Gonzalez, Dobie, Sr. SSpecialpecial FFather'sather's DDay!ay! Util Frank Cruz, Pasadena, Sr.

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Lutheran South Academy class of 2011 senior Loreal Lan Curtis (mother) and Stephen Wiggins (stepfa- Curtis (second from left) will continue her education ther). Curtis won a total of nine gold medals at Texas and track and fi eld career at DePaul University in Association of Private and Parochial Schools state Chicago after inking a letter of intent with the Blue track and fi eld meets over her four years, including Demons. Those with her at the signing included, left four straights wins in the 200- and 400-meter events. to right, Gene Benson (LSA track and fi eld coach),