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August 29, 2013 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 38, No. 30 Labor Day closings set South Belt-Ellington Leader The Leader office will be closed Monday, School begins with overcrowding at Dobie Sept. 2, in observance of Labor Day. Clear Brook City MUD South Belt students returned to school earlier over by a vehicle driven by a family friend as was not on a cell phone at the time of the acci- of weeks as kids continue to enroll past Labor Clear Brook City MUD will close Monday, this week with few reported problems. he was being dropped off at the campus for ori- dent. Day,” Lewis said. “I suspect the fi nal number Sept. 2, for Labor Day. The office will re-open According to Pasadena Independent School entation. The child’s mother was a passenger in A common concern among South Belt resi- will be in the neighborhood of 3,800 to 3,850. Tuesday, Sept. 3, at 8 a.m. Payments may be District Superintendent Kirk Lewis, the most the car. The 12-year-old boy was transported to dents is overcrowding at Dobie High School, Still high, but not 4,000 plus.” left in the drop box located on the drive- common complaint was excessive traffi c. Memorial Hermann Southeast Hospital, where which saw its unoffi cial enrollment top 4,000 This past July, the PISD board of trustees through window side of the building. “That’s to be expected,” Lewis said. “We’re doctors determined he did not break any bones. students. This number included all returning stu- approved capping enrollment at the campus, PW, Bracewell libraries fortunate the rain stopped, and the weather co- “This is just a reminder to us all that we have dents, as well as newly enrolled students who are but the move affects only new transfer re- Parker Williams Branch and Bracewell operated. Everything ran smoothly, and everyone to constantly be watching out for our students entering the school. The fi gure does not take into quests not students who live within the school’s Libraries will be closed Monday, Sept. 2, for seemed to be in good spirits.” when we are near a school or any area where account students who dropped out or transferred set boundaries. Dobie has been at its maxi- Labor Day. A fi fth-grade Melillo student suffered minor children gather or play,” said PISD spokeswom- to another school. According to Lewis, the actual mum capacity for several years. When the new injuries Monday, Aug. 26, when his foot was run an Renea Ivy-Sims, who noted the female driver number of Dobie students was 3,726, as of Tues- Blackhawk campus was constructed as part Trash collected in CBDMUD day, Aug. 27. of a 2000 bond issue, it was designed to ac- “That number will climb over the next couple Continued on Page 3A Residents living in Clear Brook City MUD will have regular trash service pick-up on Gadd welcomes unofficial No. 4,000 Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 2. All trash should be at curb side no later than 7 a.m. to insure Davis will not seek re-election pick-up that day. Residents missing this regu- After serving eight terms as state representa- and is a former member of the Medicaid Reform lar trash pick-up date will be serviced on the tive for Texas House District 129, Rep. John E. Legislative Oversight Committee. next regularly scheduled pick-up date of Davis (R) has decided to not seek re-election in A fi fth generation Texan, Davis graduated Thursday, September 5, 2013. 2014. from Baylor University in 1982 and from the “It was just time for me to move on,” Davis University of Houston-Clear Lake in 1987. AFJROTC reunion set said. “You have been a joy to work with, and During the 80th Legislative Session Davis The Texas 71st AFJROTC Squadron of J. I will fi nish out my term, so you will see me was awarded the Legislative Excellence Award Frank Dobie High School (mid to late 70s) around for the next 18 months.” by the Brain Injury Association of Texas and the will hold a reunion on Saturday, Aug. 31, at 6 A roofi ng contractor by profession, Davis was Award for Public Service by the Texas Osteo- p.m. at the Monument Cafe in Georgetown, fi rst elected to represent HD-129, which includes pathic Medical Association. Texas. For additional information, text or call much of the South Belt area, in 1998. He cur- Davis married Jayne Anne in 1984. Davis’ Lauren Rackley Flake at (361) 676-7556. rently serves as a member of the House Com- wife is also a graduate of Baylor University. mittee on Public Health and House Committee They have three sons; Reagan, Samuel, and Gas- Girl Scouts set rallies on County Affairs. Davis previously served as ton Davis. chairman of the House Appropriations Subcom- While the next election is still more than a Local Girl Scout rallies for South Belt area, mittee on Health and Human Services, chairman year away, multiple individuals have already East Pearland, and Friendswood are planned of budget and oversight for the House Human shown interest in running for Davis’ position, in- for girls in kindergarten through 12th grade as Services Committee, vice chairman of the House cluding Chuck Maricle, Cheryl Berg and Dennis well as adults interested in leadership opportu- Select Committee on Hurricane Ike Devastation Paul. nities. South Belt’s will be Thursday, Sept. 5, at The Gardens, 12001 Beamer, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7, will be rallies for Friendswood and Pearland. For more informa- tion, visit www.shootingstarsgs.org. Nelsons’ tree blooms brightly ESL classes at Genoa UMC English as a Second Language (ESL) class- es will begin Wednesday, Sept. 4, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Genoa United Methodist Church, 12501 Palmsprings. Each Wednesday during Sagemont Church associate pastor and Pasadena Independent School District volunteer the fall semester classes will be held for free. Emory Gadd (right) is shown above with Dobie senior Chunthrea Stence, the 4,000th Call 713-946-2312 to register. student to register at the school this year. This number included all returning students, as well as newly enrolled students entering the school. The fi gure does not take into account MSU recruiting students students who dropped out or transferred to another school. PISD offi cials said the actual Mississippi State University will hold an number of students was 3,726, as of Tuesday, Aug. 27. informational session for Dobie students on Photo submitted Thursday, Aug. 29, in Houston. The event is at the Hyatt Regency Houston, 1200 Louisiana St. at 6 p.m. Visit with representatives from each MSU academic college and from many Ashley Pointe holds meeting of the student service offices on campus. The Ashley Pointe Homeowners Association Ashley Pointe HOA board members Marie RSVP online @ bigtexasevent.msstate.edu held its quarterly meeting Tuesday, Aug. 20, with Flickinger (who also serves as Leader publisher) a higher-than-usual turnout. and Chris Clark told those in attendance the deci- Sagemont to host banquet At the group’s previous meeting in May, resi- sion to lock the gate or not was up to the home- Sagemont Church will host Christian sing- dents complained of an unlocked gate that opens owners at the meeting. A referendum was held er Mark Lowry and pianist Stan Whitmire to the adjacent hike-and-bike trail on Black- on the matter, and the residents present unani- Thursday, Sept. 5, for the annual Less than the hawk. Homeowners initially complained that the mously voted in favor of removing the lock from Least Ministries banquet. Donations are $50 open gate allowed for burglaries and added traf- the gate. per seat. A chicken dinner will be provided. fi c from others using the trail. Following the May A possible alternative was to construct a side- The event is from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Doors open meeting, a lock was installed on the gate to pre- walk connecting the subdivision and the hike- at 6 p.m. For more information, call 281-224- vent it from opening. This apparently upset many and-bike trail. Such an endeavor, however, was 3131 or visit www.lessthan theleast.org. residents, as an unprecedented 50 homeowners expected to cost homeowners approximately showed up at the Tuesday meeting to voice their $16,000. A second concern was safety, as such All invited to parade, bonfire concerns, including some who had made the a sidewalk would run along the busy Blackhawk original request to add the lock. Boulevard. The South Belt Community is invited to attend the third annual J. Frank Dobie home- coming parade and bonfire Thursday, Sept. 12. The parade will honor veterans. The route City of Houston to shut off water Aug. 31 begins at 7:15 p.m. at El Franco Lee Park. The The City of Houston Public Works and En- repair work. On Wednesday, Aug.28, city crews bonfire and pep rally will be in the back of the gineering Department will shut off water to do mistakenly shut off water going to the Leader of- Dobie complex, near the retention pond. The repairs Saturday, Aug. 31, from 7 to 11 a.m. for fi ce, Clear Creek Landing apartments and others A crape myrtle tree belonging to Sagemont residents Jon and Jeannie Nelson is shown bonfire is estimated to light at 8 p.m. Dobie residents and businesses along Beamer from actually serviced by the Sagemeadow Municipal above during its recent second bloom of the season. Located in the 11300 block of Sage- welcomes the entire community at no charge. Kirkholm to Hall Road. Affected residents Utility District. For more information, call 832- berry, the tree is a longtime neighborhood favorite, as it is reportedly 44 years old. While should receive a door tag notifying them of the 395-4500 or the city’s helpline at 311. the tree’s bloom has since receded, Jeannie Nelson is hopeful recent rains will produce Lariaettes hold clinic more fl owers. Photo submitted The Dobie Lariaettes will hold their annual Hand and Stand Dance Clinic Tuesday, Sept. 24. Participants will learn the Lariaettes’ stand Stuchbery gets new gym routines, and sit with the Lariaettes at the first Kirkmont I to hold fi rst annual half of the Dobie vs. South Houston game on Thursday, Sept. 26, at 6 p.m. at Veterans Stadium. The clinic will be held at Dobie High HOA meeting in nearly 20 years School from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24, for By Matt Walker years. children in pre-k through eighth grade. There was a lightning storm in the South The management company was also criti- Preregistration is $25 or at the door is $35, Belt area on Wednesday night, Aug.14, and rain cized. Since the meeting, a date has been set for cash or money order only. Participants who poured down. There was another storm brewing the annual election and the management fi rm has preregister will receive a shirt, which guaran- inside the Kirkmont MUD building at the same sent in a notice of resignation. tees them free admission to the game. For time, during the homeowners association meet- The annual meeting for Kirkmont I has now more information, contact Maria Zuniga at ing, at 10102 Blackhawk Blvd. been set for Sept. 11. [email protected] or 713-314-6086. A number of residents showed up for the At one point during the meeting, the power meeting with numerous complaints. One of the went out, but not one of the dozen or so home- JFD car wash postponed main complaints was the fact that an annual owners budged. The Aug. 10 Dobie Cheerleaders car wash board meeting and election of offi cers had not They were there for answers. was postponed due to weather conditions, but been held for what was estimated to be about 20 Continued on Page 5A the group will honor tickets for another car wash set for this spring. The organization apologizes for any inconvenience. Swimming pools close for summer Thompson collects boxtops Summer is coming to an end, and several local The Clear Brook Meadows pool will remain Thompson Intermediate School parents and swimming pools are closing for the season. open two weekends past Labor Day, closing students and South Belt residents are asked to The Sagemont and Beverly Hills swimming Sunday, Sept. 15. Pool hours are 10 a.m. to 8 clip and save Boxtops for Education for the pools will close after Labor Day, Monday, Sept. p.m. school’s fundraiser. Boxtops can be turned in 2. The pools will each be open from 1 to 6 p.m. The Sageglen pool will remain open through at the school office or to Thompson science on the holiday. the month of September, closing for the season teachers the first two weeks of school. The gymnasium at Stuchbery Elementary is currently undergoing a massive renovation The Highland Meadow pool will also close af- Sunday, Sept. 29. For a list of participating products, visit effort. Part of the Pasadena Independent School District’s 2011 bond referendum, the ter Labor Day. The pool will be open from 3 to 8 Sageglen pool hours are 5 to 9 p.m. Tuesday www.box tops4education.com/products/par- project will add a new ceiling, install new heaters and air conditioners and enlarge the p.m. on the holiday. through Friday, noon to 9 p.m. on Saturdays and ticipating-pr oducts. For more information, existing restrooms. Stuchbery students will share Thompson’s gym until inside construc- The Riverstone Ranch pool will be open one 1 to 9 p.m. on Sundays. email Carol Waters at cwaters@pasadenaisd. tion is complete in two to three weeks. Photo by Marie Flickinger weekend past Labor Day, closing for the season The Kirkmont Water Park closed for the sea- org. Sunday, Sept. 8. Pool hours are noon to 8 p.m. son on Sunday, Aug. 25. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 29, 2013 Harris County Appraisal District certifies appraisal roll Deaths Elected offi cials Sands Stiefer, chief ap- other taxing entities so they economy and higher prop- Online condolences may The family has requested praiser of the Harris County can set their tax rates for the erty values. Protests for this Ronald Dee be left for the family at www. that in lieu of fl owers, dona- share their words Appraisal District (HCAD), upcoming year. year have increased to more claytonfuneral homes.com. tions be made to the Shriners certifi ed the 2013 appraisal The total taxable value for than 281,000 from last year’s Lawrence Burn Institute. In this column, the Leader reprints press releases sent from various elected offi cials. The roll. property in Harris County has almost 273,000. To date, Robert E. content is not edited and is neither endorsed nor supported by the Leader. The importance of certi- increased 6.8 percent to $309 174,000 of those protested Barbara fying the appraisal roll list- billion, compared with $289 accounts have been resolved “Bobby” Deem Councilwoman announces new political plans ing the property values is billion in 2012. Taxable val- totaling $190 billion. Woosley that state law allows Harris ue is the value after exemp- About HCAD Houston District D City Council D community and is an adjunct profes- County taxing jurisdictions tions have been deducted. The Harris County Ap- Member and public servant, Wanda Ad- sor at Texas Southern University. When to begin the process of setting Residential properties, praisal District is a political ams, announced today her entry into the elected she plans to develop and main- property tax rates for 2013. which are single family homes, subdivision of the State of 2013 Houston Independent School Dis- tain trusted education, support for school “Certifi cation is the fi nal made up almost 40 percent of Texas established in 1980 for step in the 2013 appraisal the county’s tax base, apart- the purpose of discovering trict Board of Trustees election. personnel and improve school account- process for most of our tax ments were about 7 percent, and appraising property for “It has been a great honor to serve my ability. base. The appraisal roll pro- and commercial properties ad valorem tax purposes for community and help create a better qual- “I am concerned about the caliber of vides the taxing jurisdictions made up approximately 26 per- each taxing unit within the ity of life for all individuals. I believe if schools, image and quality of educa- the value of the properties cent. The taxable value of com- boundaries of the district. we improve the quality of education we tion our students are receiving. Building completed to date. We also mercial properties increased The district has more than can restore the economy, public safety strong neighborhoods and improving all give the taxing units esti- almost 17 percent, compared 1.7 million parcels of proper- and most importantly the future of our individuals quality of life has always mates of the value and num- with 2012, while apartments ty to assess each year with a community,” Wanda Adams said. “I been one of my top priorities. I have the ber of accounts not yet com- increased 16 percent. The tax- total market value of approxi- Ronald “Ron” Dee Law- have a strong track record of serving my same passion and drive toward ensuring plete so they have as much able value of residential prop- mately $419 billion. rence, 72, died Friday, Aug. information as possible when erties increased just over 4 per- The appraisal district in community and I am running for School quality education as I did towards im- 23, 2013. they start their budget pro- cent. These numbers include Harris County is the largest in Board Trustee because children need a proving individuals quality of life, chil- He is preceded in death by Robert E. “Bobby” Deem, cess,” Stiefer said. new construction and the reap- Texas, serving approximately voice and trusted advocate.” dren are more than a parents responsi- his parents, Floyd Evans and 78, died Monday, Aug. 26, After certifi cation, the praisal of existing property. 500 taxing units, and one of Barbara Woosley, 73, died “Wanda Adams is a catalyst for bility, the community is accountable for Ruth Lawrence; and sister 2013, after a long battle with rolls with the value are pro- After four years of de- the largest appraisal districts Tuesday, Aug. 27, 2013. She change and has a passion for service,” ensuring trusted education and I am here Shirley Lauck. Alzheimer’s disease. vided to the Harris County cline, the number of pro- in the United States. was born on Sept. 17, 1939, Lawrence is survived Deem was retired from Dr. Michael O. Adams, Treasurer of the to begin making better investments for Tax Assessor/Collector and tests has started to increase For further information, in Morgan, Texas, to Vera by his wife of 53 years, Iris Texas Marine & Industrial Wanda Adams campaign, said. “As a our children’s future.” Adams said. the cities, school districts and in relation to the improving visit www.hcad.org. and Lee McCurdy. She was a Lawrence; son Jeff Law- Supply Co. after 42 years of longtime South Belt area res- City Council Member Wanda has always For more information on Wanda Ad- rence; daughter Wendy Law- loyal service. He was a 32nd ident. focused on the importance of education ams and her campaign, visit www.wanda Ballot order for 9 constitutional rence; brother Ben Lawrence Degree Scottish Rite Mason Woosley is preceded in to create a better quality of life. She ad- adamsforhisd.com and wife Joan; grandchildren – Park Place Lodge 1172 and death by her husband, Hiram. vocated and received $700 million of Wanda Adams is currently in her third Connor and Shannon John- a Shriner Arabian Temple. He She is survived by her investments for District D because she term on Houston City Council, Adams amendments set for Nov. 5 election son; and a host of other fami- was a member of The Hous- daughters, Suzanne, Deb- knew residents deserved a better quality spends most of her time advocating for Texas Secretary of State John Steen selected the ballot order for the 9 proposed ly and friends. ton Propeller Club for many bie and Brenda, sons-in-law, of life. She remained extremely trans- her district’s fair share of the city’s reve- constitutional amendments to be voted on as part of the November 5 election. Lawrence served in the years. four grandchildren and four parent and humble while serving on city nue or responding to the needs of her con- “This fall voters will be asked to approve 9 amendments to the Texas Constitu- U.S. Coast Guard and re- He is survived by his wife great-grandchildren. ceived several medals and of 60 years, Lanelle Deem; Woosley’s life was ded- council, I know she will continue her stituency. Wanda is a proven leader whose tion,” said Secretary Steen. “By randomly selecting the order in which the amend- awards throughout his distin- three sons and a daughter, icated to her family and to service and advocacy when elected to constituents often compliment her on her ments appear, we can help ensure no amendment unfairly benefi ts from its place- guished 20-year career. Mike Deem and wife Renee, the church. Her passion was HISD Board of Trustees.” transparency and accessibility. Adams be- ment on the ballot.” Throughout his service in Larry Deem and wife Brenda teaching Bible study. She was Adams is a proud graduate of the lieves that her constituents give her their The amendments will appear in the following order: the Coast Guard, Lawrence of Green Tee, Robert Deem committed to studying and Houston Independent School District vote of confi dence by electing her so she Proposition 1 (HJR 62) The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature and his family traveled and and wife Vicky, and Darla sharing her Bible lessons; her and continues to provide dedicated pub- always tries to beat them giving. Wheth- to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of all or part of the market lived all over the country Kelley and husband Mike of Sunday School commitment lic service to the District IX community. er it’s hosting a Back to School Drive or value of the residence homestead of the surviving spouse of a member of the armed from east to west coast and in South Belt; eight grandchil- spanned more than six de- She was awarded the Elected Offi cial of partnering with the Texans to give bicy- services of the United States who is killed in action. the Hawaiian Islands. He was dren, Heather Deem, Bran- cades. the Year Award given by the Houston cles to area residents for Christmas, Ad- Proposition 2 (HJR 79) The constitutional amendment eliminating an obsolete re- an avid golfer and enjoyed don Deem and wife Melissa, She was an ardent sup- Area Association for the Education of ams feels her greatest reward comes in the quirement for a State Medical Education Board and a State Medical Education Fund, camping, fi shing and spend- Jason Deem and wife Tammy, porter of Sagemont Church, ing time in the outdoors. He Haley Deem, Robby Deem, its pastors and its minis- Young Children, hosted Back to School form of the hugs and “thank yous” that neither of which is operational. passed his love of nature on Hillary Douglas and husband try. She invested her life as Events and Health Fairs for the District she receives on a daily basis. Proposition 3 (HJR 133) The constitutional amendment to authorize a political to his family and his daugh- Chase, Amanda Deem, and a teacher, volunteer, wife, subdivision of this state to extend the number of days that aircraft parts that are ter, Wendy, who now lives in Preston Kelley; and three mother and grandmother. exempt from ad valorem taxation due to their location in this state for a temporary Alaska and continues to fi sh great-grandchildren, Owen The funeral service cel- period may be located in this state for purposes of qualifying for the tax exemption." and spend time in the out- Deem, Kasen Deem and ebrating Woosley’s life will Audience invited to join the fun Proposition 4 (HJR 24) The constitutional amendment authorizing the legislature doors. He cherished spending Gavin Deem; and sister-in- be held, at 11 a.m. Thursday, to provide for an exemption from ad valorem taxation of part of the market value of time with his family. law Marilyn Newman. Aug. 29, 2013, at Niday Fu- in melodrama dinner show the residence homestead of a partially disabled veteran or the surviving spouse of A memorial service for Visitation will be held neral Home-Beamer Chapel. a partially disabled veteran if the residence homestead was donated to the disabled Lawrence will be held on Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, Interment will follow at For- Shower the evil villain with boos, hisses and popcorn Thursday, Aug. 29, 2013, at from 6 to 8 p.m, with funeral est Lawn Cemetery. veteran by a charitable organization. 1 p.m. at Epiphany Lutheran services to follow on Friday, In lieu of fl owers, the fam- Proposition 5 (SJR 18) The constitutional amendment to authorize the making of a Church, 5515 W. Broadway Aug. 30, at 10 a.m. at For- ily requests that donations reverse mortgage loan for the purchase of homestead property and to amend lender in Pearland with the Rev. Jon est Park East Funeral Home be made to the Living Proof disclosures and other requirements in connection with a reverse mortgage loan. Salminen offi ciating. Chapel. Project, Sagemont Church. Proposition 6 (SJR 1) The constitutional amendment providing for the creation of the State Water Implementation Fund for Texas and the State Water Implementation Revenue Fund for Texas to assist in the fi nancing of priority projects in the state water plan to ensure the availability of adequate water resources. Howard exceptional educator Proposition 7 (HJR 87) The constitutional amendment authorizing a home-rule municipality to provide in its charter the procedure to fi ll a vacancy on its governing Julie Howard, a bilingual teacher at C.D. Landolt El- body for which the unexpired term is 12 months or less. ementary in Clear Creek In- Proposition 8 (HJR 147 and SJR 54) The constitutional amendment repealing dependent School District, Section 7, Article IX, Texas Constitution, which relates to the creation of a hospital was recently named one of district in Hidalgo County. six exceptional educators Proposition 9 (SJR 42) The constitutional amendment relating to expanding the from across Texas to have types of sanctions that may be assessed against a judge or justice following a formal been chosen as fi nalists in proceeding instituted by the State Commission on Judicial Conduct. the Texas Teacher of the Year Adding a sense of history to today’s event, the actual 1876 Texas Constitution was program, the Texas Associa- displayed and the amendments were drawn from a wooden box made from materials tion of School Administrators from the home where Texas delegates met at Washington-on-the-Brazos to declare (TASA). Three elementary and independence from Mexico in 1836. three secondary school edu- “Texas still operates under the 1876 Constitution so its presence is a good remind- cators were selected from the er about the importance and lasting impact of amending this document,” said Steen. 40 regional Teachers of the The 1876 Constitution and historic wood box were generously made available by the Year from each of the state’s Texas State Library and Archives Commission, which also hosted the event at the 20 education service centers. Lorenzo de Zavala State Archives and Library Building. The fi nalists will now vie The evil actor Roscoe Ripshod (Cody Hoefar guest artist) tries to kidnap the As part of his presentation, Steen reminded voters that the November 5 election for the honor of being named pure and innocent Tess Trueheart, played by San Jacinto colege student Laurenn will be the fi rst statewide election with new photo ID requirements in effect for vot- Texas Elementary Teacher of Reynolds, while Paxton Johnson (Nick Trevino, guest artist right) tries to help, in ing in person. the Year and Texas Secondary the San Jacinto College’s melodrama Ripshod’s Revenge. Photo by Rob Vanya Teacher of the Year. “Now is a good time for voters to make sure they have the appropriate photo ID Other elementary school The San Jacinto College This is the college’s 20th guys try to bring Ripshod to and update their registration if their voter registration does not match the name on fi nalists are: Central theater and fi lm de- year to present a dinner show justice as you, the audience, their ID,” said Steen. “To learn more, voters are encouraged to visit VoteTexas.gov • Connie Bagley, a dys- partment will present Rip- melodrama, a type of impro- boo and throw popcorn at the or contact their county elections offi ce.” lexia specialist at Crockett shod’s Revenge, an interac- visational play in which the villain. The show promises Voters ages 65 and older and those with a disability may vote by mail for any Elementary in San Marcos tive melodrama dinner show audience is encouraged to fun for the entire family. election. Consolidated Independent that invites audience mem- shout their support for the The cast includes San For more information about voting in Texas, visit: www.votetexas.gov School District; bers to join the fun and par- hero, and disapproval of the Jacinto College theater stu- For more information about the Texas State Library and Archives Commission, • Julie Woodard, a sixth- ticipate in live theater action. villain. “Yes, in a melodrama dents, as well as community including the 1876 Constitution, visit: https://www.tsl.state.tx.us/ grade social studies teacher Play-only productions will audience members are a part residents. at D.S. Pullen Elementary in be staged on Sept. 4 and 5, of the show,” commented Dr. The cost of admission for with a 7:30 p.m. curtain. Din- Jerry Ivins, Central campus play-only shows is $10 per ner show productions will theater and fi lm department person. The admission cost take place on Sept. 6 and 7, chair. for dinner show productions BHI welcomes new 2013-2014 teachers with dinner served at 6:30 In Ripshod’s Revenge, or is $15 per person ($13 for p.m., and curtain at 7:30 p.m. The Battle Cattle Booty Be- San Jacinto College students The meal will be prepared trayed, the evil villain Roscoe and employees). All dinner by the college’s culinary arts Ripshod is trying to take over show tickets must be pur- program. the Battle Cattle Ranch and chased two days in advance CCISD elementary teacher Julie Howard The production will be hold the innocent and pure, of performance. To make res- held in the Powell Arena Tess Trueheart, for ransom. ervations, call the box offi ce Rockwall ISD. where I could be a kid. If I Theatre at San Jacinto Col- Will our hero, Guy Sting, at 281-476-1828. Secondary education fi - was lonely at home, at school lege Central, located at 8060 be able to see through this For more information nalists are: there was companionship. If Spencer Highway in Pasade- dashing evil actor and master about San Jac fi ne arts pro- • Carlos Briano, a jour- I was in fear at home, I felt na. of disguises? Help the good gram, visit arts.sanjac.edu. nalism teacher at El Dorado safe at school. If I didn’t get High School in Socorro ISD; a meal at home, I could eat • Christian DeBerry, spe- at school. If at home things cial education teacher at Wil- seemed hopeless, at school liam P. Hobby Middle School therein lay hope for the fu- in Northside ISD; ture. School gave me a sense • Monica Washington, an of empowerment in a life English teacher at Texas High where I felt powerless. I teach SSouthouth BeltBelt School in Texarkana ISD. now with a burning convic- “These phenomenal ed- tion to recreate the refuge that ucators symbolize the thou- school had been for me.” sands of teachers across the The six fi nalists were se- GGraphicsraphics state who are committed to lected by a panel of judges making a difference in chil- that included representatives dren’s lives,” said Johnny of the state’s four teacher & PrintingPrinting Veselka, executive director organizations and last year’s of TASA. “I congratulate the Teacher of the Year fi nalists. six fi nalists who diligently Each of the fi nalists will now work to ensure their students be invited to Austin for in- One stop for all your wedding needs: not only master the academic terviews on Sept. 7 before a Getting ready for the school year are the new Patricia Marshall, Texas history; Diana Quiroga, content, but also are prepared larger judging panel, which • Invitations • Reception Cards teachers at Beverly Hills Intermediate for 2013- math; Jenny Hinojosa, librarian; (back row) Jodi to face the future with perse- will determine the top el- verance, integrity and a love ementary and secondary 2014 who recently attended New Bear Academy Douglas, girls’ head coach; Christopher Monita, of learning.” teacher. • Response Cards • Thank You Notes where they learned about the history and tradi- special education resource; Sara Gunn-Meche, An elementary bilingual One of the top winners tions of BHI. Teachers took a tour of the building Texas history; Lauren Lester, math; and Glenda teacher at Clear Creek ISD, will also be selected as Texas’ • Matchbooks • Scrolls • Napkins and met their teaching buddy. The day fi nished Hardy, Texas history and science coach. Not shown Howard writes: “Growing up, representative in the National with a luncheon. Left to right, are (front row) is Janet Hatch, the school nurse. school was my only refuge. Teacher of the Year program. As the daughter of a fourteen- The Texas Elementary year-old single mom, I was and Secondary Teacher of 11555 Beamer forced to become an adult at the Year, as well as all of the SSouthouth BBelt-Ellingtonelt-El lington LLeadereader a very early age. I worried Regional Teachers of the Year about being alone, about the will be honored at a luncheon –– The Voice of Community-Minded People –– gunshots that rang through and awards ceremony on Oct. 281-484-4337 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 the night, and about the Lord 4 at the Bob Bullock Texas protecting me. But school State History Museum in Aus- E-mail: [email protected] –– Davy and Marie Flickinger, owners was different; it was the place tin. Thursday, August 29, 2013, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 CCISD OKs $289.7 million operating budget for 2013-2014 The Clear Creek Inde- approximately $10.7 mil- The district did provide teachers, and a 3 percent we worked through very per employee on TRS Ac- 2013-2014 operating bud- ends on Aug. 31, 2014. The proposed main- pendent School District lion to provide salary in- a one-time stipend last raise for administrators. diffi cult fi nancial times. tive Care. get is $14.2 million higher “We will continue to look tenance and operations Board of Trustees unani- creases for teachers and year. The 2013-2014 bud- Additional funding has Now that the state has The budget funds 18 than the 2012 budget with for ways to reduce costs (M&O) tax rate will re- mously approved a $289.7 staff. get funds a 5 percent raise been allocated to target returned a portion of the additional teaching units a revenue increase of $8.2 without impacting stu- main at $1.04 per $100 million operating budget This is the fi rst perma- for paraprofessional and teacher salaries that have funding it cut from pub- to accommodate student million from local and dent services,” said Greg valuation. The interest for the school year. nent raise for teachers and auxiliary staff, a minimum fallen below the median in lic education in 2011, we growth and reduce class state sources. Smith, superintendent of and sinking (I&S) tax rate The budget allocates staff in two years. of a 4 percent raise for peer districts. are returning those dollars sizes which exceed 22 The district will trans- schools. “CCISD has re- will increase by four cents “Our employees, at to staff,” said Ann Ham- students per teacher ratio fer $5.7 million from the duced its utility budget by from $0.32 to $0.36 as part all levels, work tireless- mond, board president. in kindergarten through capital plan to fund the more than $2.5 million in of year one of the CCISD ly to ensure all students The budget also refl ects second grade. Class sizes difference. The adminis- two years, and our admin- bond program as autho- Pasquali promoted in CCISD receive a high an increase in the district’s were unfortunately in- tration is optimistic the istrative cost ratio is 4.59 rized by voters in May quality education. They contribution to employee creased due to the lack of actual transfer amount percent compared to the 2013. The total tax rate of On Aug. 1, U.S. Marine have remained focused on health care from $225 per state funding from 2011 will be around $1 mil- state’s average of 11 per- $1.40 is still less than the Corps Capt. Matt Pasquali the district’s mission while month to $265 per month, through 2013. In total, the lion when the budget year cent for districts our size.” 2005 tax rate of $1.77. was promoted to the rank of major. Pasquali, a South Belt native, attended Weber Ele- mentary and graduated from Clear Brook High School in 1997. He was commissioned second lieutenant in the Ma- rines upon graduating from the University of Texas at Austin in 2002, and then be- gan training as a naval avia- tor, earning his wings in May 2005, at NAS Kingsville. After completing training at Marine Corps Air Station in Cherry Point, N.C., to fl y AV-8B Harriers, Pasquali was assigned to the 3rd Ma- rine Aircraft Wing at MCAS Yuma, Ariz. His fi rst was in Iraq. His next Rim. He is currently attend- Pasquali fl ew Harriers three were in Afghanistan ing Defense Language Insti- with Squadrons VMA 513, including a stint as forward tute in Monterey, Calif., in the Nightmares, and VMA air controller with the Dark- preparation for his assign- 211, the Wake Island Aveng- horse 3rd battalion, 5th ma- ment to an international pilot ers, until June 2013. rines, in Sangin. exchange program, during Since joining the air wing Pasquali’s fi nal two tours which he will fl y Harriers at Yuma, Pasqauli has served were on light carriers in the with the Italian navy, based six overseas deployments. Persian Gulf and the Pacifi c in Taranto, Italy. Dobie overcrowding . . . Continued from Page 1A Lewis is hopeful Dobie’s and 350 students from each commodate 3,000 students. enrollment will drop sig- of the district’s other four A subsequent bond issue in nifi cantly next year once the high schools will also enroll 2004 increased student ca- school district’s new career at the new campus. pacity by 525, bringing the and technical high school Lewis said counselors will total to 3,525. opens. meet with Dobie students in The campus currently has “We’re hoping that be- the coming weeks to discuss 14 portable buildings, in- tween 300 and 400 Dobie the new school. Heavier re- cluding 12 double-classroom students will attend the new cruitment and parent meet- buildings and two quad-class- school,” Lewis said, adding ings to discuss the future room buildings. that he hopes between 250 campus’s programs will take place later in the school year. The superintendent fur- Looking for a Primary Care Doctor? ther said talks are currently underway to determine if a Enayet Rahim, MD seventh PISD high school is • Accepting New Patients • Same Day needed to offer relief from overcrowding at Dobie and Appointments Available • Open During South Houston High School. Lunch Time • We take Medicaid, Lewis said a fall 2014 bond referendum would like- Medicare & most private insurance. ly be required for such an en- Discounts for patients without insurance. deavor. At press time, it was Se Habla Español unclear if such a high school would be a comprehensive Call 281-481-8500 campus or a second career and technical location.

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Call the Chamber for information at 281-481-5516 Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 29, 2013 Chalk sees Dion Over The Back Fence Film & Speaker Series offers Now You See Me An experienced FBI Vegas-style performanc- team is baffled by four es. The movie, starring BELATED WISHES TO MARY ELLEN Veronica Rangel Sept. 2. Sept. 4 is the FACEBOOK FRIENDS’ BIRTHDAYS brilliant illusionists Jesse Eisenberg, Mark A belated Aug. 23 birthday is wished for day for a cake for Viet Lam. The Leader sends happy birthday wish- during Now You See Me, Ruffalo, Morgan Free- Mary Ellen Morgan. Although the Leader South Belt Elementary es to its Facebook friends who celebrate a the next film presenta- man and Woody Harrel- staff was late, we are sure her husband, Courtney Moran is sent a birthday birthday this week: tion offered by the Uni- son, is rated PG-13. Larry, son Tommy, daughter Elizabeth greeting Aug. 31. The day for a party Thursday, Aug. 29: Connie Guerrero, versity of Houston-Clear After the fi lm, Hous- Echols, son-in-law Tim Echols, and grand- for Ashlynne Armstrong is Sept. 3. Thu Brenda Marshall, Claudia Herrera and Lake Film and Speaker ton magician Jaime Sa- son Justin Echols all remembered. Duong is wished a happy birthday Sept. 4. Aimee Bennett; Friday, Aug. 30: James Series Saturday, Sept. 7, linas will entertain with HAPPY BIRTHDAY, RON! Stuchbery Elementary Leonard, Jason Hunt, Tracy Schwerdtfeger, at 7 p.m. in the universi- tricks by sleight of hand. Ron Williams of Ace Hardware is wished Fred Jordan is wished a happy birthday Melinda Funni, Amber McGown, Bobby ty’s Bayou Theater, 2700 Admission is $3.75 a very happy birthday Sept. 1 from his fami- Aug. 30. Sept. 4 is the day for a cake for Burton, Ryssa Bebee, Debrah Tullous Bay Area Blvd. per person and free to ly and friends. Ron turns the big 60! Anita Guerrero. and Rebecca Noris-Peak; Saturday, Aug. The magicians, known those with a UHCL ID. KAREN WISHED A HAPPY BIRTHDAY Melillo Middle School 31: Nyd Salgado, Suzie Ortiz, Tajuana as The Four Horsemen, For additional infor- Karen Taylor celebrates her birthday Celebrating a birthday Aug. 30 is Stewart, John Terana, Mia Bella, Paula use their misdirection mation about the Film Tuesday, Sept. 3. Birthday greetings are Christina Maldonado. A birthday greeting Miller, Judie Elizalde, Kathy Cole, Michael skills to pull off a series and speaker series, vis- sent from Karen’s family, friends and the is sent to Deanna Keefer on Sept. 3. O’Daniell, Veronica Lyons, Annalea Young, of daring bank heists it http://www.uhcl.edu/ staff at the Leader. Beverly Hills Intermediate Carol Rodriguez, Scott Gish, Ashley while showering the sto- movies, email movies@ HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY, MARIE Margaret Higham, Leigh Lidrbauch and Hall and Angie Davis; Sunday, Sept. 1: len proceeds on their au- uhcl.edu or call 281-283- Best wishes go out to Marie Flickinger Elizabeth Rawls celebrate a birthday Aug. Tiffany Gay, Maribel Manriquez, Jasmine diences during their Las 2560. on Sunday, Sept. 1, for a very special birth 29. Constance Peace and Elyssa Romero Manning, Karen Jenkins and Steve Landin; day from her family, friends and the Leader are sent birthday greetings Aug. 30. Blow Monday, Sept. 2: Fil Cantu, Stacy Aguirre, South Belt resident Ashley Chalk (left) recently staff. out the birthday candles for Jeannette Suzanne Hernandez, Karen Young and GMAT Review Course can enjoyed seeing her favorite singer, Celine Dion, SCHOOL DAZE Atherly and Wes Hardy Sept. 1. Wishes Mary Hernandez; Tuesday, Sept. 3: Steve for a wonderful birthday are sent to Sandra at a concert at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas. The following personnel and staff mem- Boney, Josie Parker, Veronica Hernandez, give test-takers confi dence Gomez and Dawn Nguyen Sept. 2. This marked the third occasion for Chalk to see bers of the Pasadena Independent School Keith Nelson, Ruth Fuller, Donald Musquiz, Students seeking a grad- ing strategies and effec- District celebrate birthdays Aug. 29 through Thompson Intermediate Dion perform. This particular time, Dion noticed Tomas Shorts Jr. and Leslie Montemayor; uate degree in business tive time management Sept. 4. On Sept. 3, Elizabeth Garza is wished a Chalk in the audience and walked off stage to and Wednesday, Sept. 4: Ashlie Files, and/or management can will help keep nerves calm Atkinson Elementary happy birthday. The day for a cake for Amy sing directly to her. Accompanying Chalk were Lashanda Scott, John Laird, Nikki Spriggs, prepare for the entrance on exam day. Reading Birthday greetings are sent to Jennifer Whalen is Sept. 4. her mother, Terry Criswell, and friend Kim Hu- Angie Reynolds, Jerry O’Brien, Betty Chrysler Sept. 1. Sept. 3 is the day for a Dobie High exams by participating in comprehension, critical benak (right). Chalk, Criswell and Hubenak are Thomas, Darin Peltier, Tommy Walko, Joe cake for Belva Alaniz. Diana Rios and Chris Swinnen are the GMAT Review Course reasoning and analytical all Dobie High School graduates who still reside Scanlin and Denise Turnage. Burnett Elementary sent birthday greetings Aug. 29. A birth- offered through University writing assessments pre- in the South Belt Area. Chalk has previously met day greeting is sent to Trent Morgan Aug. LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS of Houston-Clear Lake’s pare students for the actu- and visited with Dion twice. On Sept. 3, Amy Otwell has a birthday. Frazier Elementary 30. The day for a party for Maria Freyre E-mail birthday, anniversary, vacation, Center for Advanced Man- al exam. The course fee is Blow out the birthday candles for Maria is Sept.1. Sept. 2 is the day for a dou- congratulations, etc., to mynews@south agement Programs. $499 per person, with dis- Arriaga Sept. 3. ble-layer cake for Caleb Hernandez and beltleader.com with OTBF in the subject Classes meet eight Sat- counts available to those Tutoring available Moore Elementary Christopher Puente. Marking a birthday line. Items must be submitted by Friday urdays beginning Sept. 14, who register by Sept. 7. Blow out the birthday candles for Sept. 3 is Gregory Mitchell. noon for the next week’s publication. from 8 a.m. to noon, in the All participants receive university’s Bayou Build- a copy of the Princeton for kids of all ages ing, Room 2236, 2700 Review’s Cracking the Help a child improve core dent, and build on the reading Bay Area Blvd. GMAT used in the course. academic skills with one- and writing foundation of the Dobie Cheer Participants will learn For more information on-one tutoring sessions in student. about the GMAT format, or to register, visit http:// reading, writing and spelling. Parents will meet regular- areas of knowledge test- www.uhcl.edu/camp, Elementary, middle and high ly with tutors to discuss stu- kicks off ed and how the exam is email [email protected] or school students can attend dent progress and will partic- scored. Valuable test-tak- call 281-283-3120. University of Houston-Clear ipate in a fi nal conference. Lake’s Center for Education- The fee is $300 per stu- new season al Programs classes begin- dent, due at time of registra- PW Library sets ning Tuesday, Sept. 24, in the tion. Space is limited, so reg- The Dobie cheerleaders began the 2013-14 university’s Arbor Building, ister early. season attending UCA Cheerleading Camp Suite A1300.01, 2700 Bay For more information, at the University of Texas-Austin July 23-26. coming weekly events Area Blvd. email Joyce Young, School The sessions, held Tues- of Education Business Assis- Left: A chance to improve talent in front of The following events is held every Saturday and day afternoons Sept. 24 tant, at [email protected], or camp members had Dobie’s Alexis Corpus are scheduled for the will include elementary through Nov. 12 from 5 to call 281-283-3530. stepping up to sing. Parker Williams Library, storytime at 10:30 a.m., 6 p.m., are conducted by To register, visit http:// Right: Savanna McCormack became the 10851 Scarsdale Blvd. followed by preschool School of Education students kidsu.uhcl.edu, download star of the hip hop as she was asked to demo Aug. 29 to Sept. 4. storytime at 1 p.m., and supervised by highly quali- the forms and mail them to: during dance class at the camp. Preschool storytime is Reading Club at 2:30 p.m. fi ed faculty. UHCL/Center for Education- Bottom left: Dobie mascots earned the All at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, The Parker Williams Tutors will administer di- al Programs, Box 270, Ste. American Mascot Award at camp. Left and toddler storytime is at Branch Library will be agnostic tests to determine A1300.01, 2700 Bay Area to right are, Ted Luna (Louie Jr.), Jackie the specifi c needs of each stu- Blvd., Houston, TX 77058. 10:30 a.m. Thursday. closed Monday, Sept. 2, Vasquez (Lucy), and Marcie Lloyd (Louie). Vietnamese storytime for Labor Day. Bottom right: The Top Banana Award was giv- en to the team with the most spirit and enthu- siasm of the day. Dobie’s varsity and JV com- bined to earn the award. Pictured are, left to right, Hannah Brady (V), Katie Carnish (JV), Brian Goodwin Rebecca Nickleson (JV) and Julia Lohse (V). Owner Darts,Pool Shuffl eboard Internet Jukebox 4 p.m. - 2 a.m. Daily Drink Specials Daily 12057 Beamer Rd. See us on Facebook

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Due to the success of he hit his right forearm the bolt burned a hole by Nicole Scott, also of the bride . . . the South Belt Optimist (not his throwing arm) in the carpet where it Sageglen. Club’s CHICKEN Club against an opponent’s hel- grounded. The mother of a Let South Belt Graphics & Printing Look at Frazier Elementary, the met. Junior Zack Clark, City of Houston Coun- 2-week-old baby died Optimists and PISD offi - the previous year’s junior cilman Mike Sullivan after she went back inside cials agreed to increase the varsity quarterback, re- spoke at the Houston Po- her burning apartment in take care of all your printing needs number of schools partici- placed Scheschuk. lice Department’s month- an attempt to save her Who’s pating. 15 years ago (1998) ly Positive Interaction dogs. Houston Fire for your special day. 20 years ago (1993) South Belt resident Program meeting. Sulli- Department offi cials said Ralph Aulds Jr. of Steve Geissen authored a van told those in atten- the two-alarm blaze broke Aulds & Garner Tele-Com book titled Willie and the dance of the city’s plan out about 1:10 a.m. at the • Invitations • Envelopes • Service was elected presi- World Wide Web. to construct a new Brace- Southpoint apartments in 60 dent of the South Belt-El- Newly appointed Small well branch to the City of the 12800 block of Sept. 1, 2013 lington Chamber of Com- Business Administrator Houston Public Library Roydon at Featherwood. • Napkins • Matchbooks • merce. and South Belt resident System at the intersection Neighbors were able to Fifteen-year-old Fran- Ruben Guerrero spoke to of Blackhawk and King- help Carrie Jordan, 38, • Thank You Cards • Happy Birthday, Ron! cisco Rivas was fatally the South Belt-Ellington spoint. He also addressed and her infant son, shot in Southwest Hous- Chamber of Commerce. the problem of over- Nicholas, escape the From your friends at the ton. He attended Beverly 10 years ago (2003) crowding at the METRO fl ames, but when the South Belt Leader Hills Intermediate School 1976 Dobie graduate Fuqua Park & Ride. Sul- woman went back inside the previous school year. Dr. Mary Campbell-Fox livan also spoke on the to retrieve her dogs, she 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 The youth was shot in the became the fi rst female issue of airport land use did not return. Firefi ghters Thursday, August 29, 2013, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Dicksons mark 10th anniversary National Night Out Couple celebrates golden anniversary to be community wide On Tuesday, Oct. 1, thousand communities communities throughout from all 50 states. Texas are being invited to An estimated 37.5 join forces with thousands million people around of other communities for the world are expected the 30th Annual National to participate in Ameri- Night Out crime and drug ca’s Night Out Against prevention event. Crime. NNO, which is spon- NNO is designed to sored by the National As- heighten crime and drug sociation of Town Watch prevention awareness, and co-sponsored locally generate support for and by Constable Christo- participation in local an- pher E. Diaz, Commis- ti-crime efforts, strength- sioner El Franco Lee, en neighborhood spirit Judge Jo Ann Delgado, and police-community Judge George Risner and partnerships, and send other local leaders, will a message to criminals involve more than 15 letting them know neigh- borhoods are organized Hobby Lions and fi ghting back. The community is Club to meet urged to attend and see The Hobby Airport the local law enforce- Lions Club will meet ment, fi re rescue equip- Wednesday, Sept. 4, at ment, enjoy games, food, Sandra and Henry Lee of Sagemeadow will cele- Restaurant on Kirby Drive. The couple’s children noon at the Golden Corral music and meet Lee, bate their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, and their spouses gifted them with a European va- at Fuqua and I-45. Diaz, Delgado, Risner, Sept. 1, 2013. A Mass to renew their vows was held cation in September. The Lees have been residents For more informa- local deputies, police at Holy Name Catholic Church, where they were of the South Belt area for 42 years and their chil- tion, email HobbyAir and other members of the married in 1963, attended by family and friends. dren, Christopher, Bradley and Janna, all attend- [email protected]. community. Afterward, a dinner was served by Carrabba’s ed schools in the area. Kirkmont I HOA to hold first annual meeting in 20 years Continued from Page 1A Treece, the association’s linas. According to the Rob- stood up and introduced part of the meeting, uh, The meeting was called attorney, was also there. Manly began by stating, ert’s Rules website, Henry herself. where…” to order by Becky Manly, Also attending was Martha “We’ve been a little lax in Martyn Robert wrote the “My name is Bonnie “Why would you have Chancellor and Wintress Dickson will celebrate their 10th wedding anni- president of the associa- Graham, the secretary-trea- our board meetings but we fi rst edition of Robert’s Demicelli, I moved here an executive part when you versary Aug. 30, 2013, with a weekend getaway to San Antonio. They were tion. Aaron Morrow was suer. Absent were directors, are now going according to Rules in 1876. The book 30+ years ago. Myself, my have no employees?” asked married at the Gethsemane Church in Houston and have resided in the the vice-president. Michael Adam Mejia and Cesar Sa- Robert’s Rules of Order. was written to establish a friend Cathy [Goforth], and Demicelli. South Belt area since. They have four children, Karsyn, 13; Chancellor II, framework with which to a guy named Mike Clark “To talk about legal is- 12; Camryn, 9; and Kalyn, 7. Chancellor has been in banking for more than conduct formal meetings got a developer and our sues,” responded Manly. among citizens. homebuilder knocked off An unidentifi ed man in 15 years and is currently employed at Bank of Texas as a business banker. City Council members The homeowners’ meet- the board so we could take the back of the room in- He enjoys teaching, public speaking and coaching youth. Wintress has been ing did not sail merrily possession of the home- terrupted: “Well, where is in banking for more than 10 years and is currently employed at Clear Lake down Robert’s stream of owners’ association. the money going, because Regional Hospital HCA as an EM encoder. She loves cooking, reading and formalities, however. Man- “We took control of the I owed 62 cents but there taking pictures. donate school supplies ly opened the fl oor, and Kirkmont Water Associ- was a $57 assessment fee Vicky Breedlove, the fi rst ation also. So, we know against me.” respondent, remarked. about all of this. We earned “It was $56 and some- “I’ve lived here for eight our name on the building odd cents,” replied Manly, Ambulance simulator helps years,” said Breedlove. “We here. “I can’t remember exactly.” got this bill from Treece law “I’m here tonight simply “Against 62 cents,” said fi rm saying we owe all this because, for the last year, I the man. EMT students learn to save lives money or we’re going to caught a lot of complaints “That should not have San Jacinto College re- dents. probably saved my life. One lose our home or, you know, from one end of the subdi- been, said Manly. “It was cently installed a new ambu- The ambulance simulator paramedic never left my side. go to court and contact the vision to the other. for a certifi ed letter…” lance simulator at the North will feature medical equip- His face was smiling and management company to “I was somewhat em- “Which I never got,” said campus, a device that not ment and supplies that are friendly, and his voice was pay this note.” barrassed to read in the the man. only saves the college mon- typically installed in a stan- reassuring. I decided right “OK, they’re our book- South Belt Leader that we “I don’t know about that ey, but also helps emergency dard ambulance. “It is ex- then that I wanted to become keepers,” replied Manly, were asking volunteers to issue because I don’t send medical technology students actly like a real ambulance, an EMT so I could be the best “and they’re the ones who mow our part of Black- out the mail,” said Manly. to be better prepared to save it just does not drive down part of somebody’s worst day. send out the notices and hawk, and I thought, ‘Oh “Who does?” asked the lives. the road,” Barbee remarked. It was a defi ning moment for bills, every year.” my God. Where’s my mon- man. The cost of the simulator “There will be a stretcher, me.” An unidentifi ed man re- ey going?’ “Consolidated Manage- was $38,000, signifi cantly backboards, splints, bandag- Phillips says having ac- sponded, “They’re not do- “We can’t afford to not ment,” said Manly. Thunder less expensive than a com- ing supplies, IV supplies, cess to a well-equipped am- ing a very good job.” collect arrears, and we have roared outside. plete standard ambulance, oxygen and airway supplies, bulance simulator will help which can cost $100,000 or and simulated medications.” San Jacinto College students Breedlove continued, to maintain deed restric- “That’s something that more, depending on options The simulator will also be to rapidly improve as EMTs. “We’ve continually giv- tions, so that our neighbor- we will have to research,” and features. equipped with a large count- “The simulator really en- en them money and when hood does not deteriorate. said Morrow. The cost for a standard down timer like one might hances the hands-on part of we’ve almost got it paid… “I also have issues with From the way things ambulance does not include see at a sporting event. “The EMT training,” he remarked. boom, there’s 2700 more your management com- went, the research could fuel costs, maintenance ex- timer is to remind EMT stu- “Only so much can be taught dollars.” pany,” she continued. “It prove to be extensive. penses, and insurance, ac- dents that it is essential to in a classroom. In a simula- “I’m going to get a copy seems to me that some- Manly came to the Lead- cording to Cindy Barbee, the be knowledgeable, on top of tor, students learn how to pro- of your account and look at where between here and the er’s offi ce the following San Jacinto College North your game, and to perform vide emergency medical care it myself,” replied Manly. Woodlands there’s some- week, and stated that the an- campus EMT program direc- quickly when providing in a real-world environment.” “I mean, that’s sure hard for body else that we can use. I nual meeting will take place tor. emergency medical care,” Phillips lives in Highlands me to believe.” Breedlove know of a lot of complaints next month. Having access to the sim- Barbee said. and graduated from Goose laughed at this remark. about them.” She also said that, al- ulator enhances training for San Jacinto College EMT Creek Memorial High School “I’m not knocking you “A lot of complaints though Kirkmont’s meet- San Jacinto College EMT student Tommy Phillips in Baytown. He works as or anything,” Manly contin- about (the management ings have been “loosely students. “It enables students knows fi rsthand how a well- a volunteer EMT with the Above: City of Houston Councilwoman District D Wanda Adams, center, and her ued. “I’m just saying that’s company)?” asked Manly. run in the past,” it was to learn and practice with trained and well-equipped Highlands Volunteer Fire De- two assistants, left to right, Katie Norwood and Reisha Beaty, visited the Leader hard for me to believe.” “And as I understand it,” because there were only offi ce to drop off school supplies for South Belt children through the South Belt-El- a sense of realism,” com- EMT crew can mean the partment, and will soon earn Morrow, the vice pres- continued Demicelli, “Your a few self-appointed peo- mented Barbee. “They learn difference between life and an advanced EMT certifi cate lington Chamber of Commerce annual drive. Below: Lauren Doak (right), director of special projects for Council Member Dave Martin’s offi ce, made a visit to the ident, interjected, “We’re meetings are not open. Isn’t ple involved, because “no how to work independently death. At the age of 11, he from San Jacinto College. He defi nitely going to have to it true that only part of the one else wanted to do any- in tight quarters and gain a was ejected from a vehicle plans to transfer to the Uni- Pasadena Independent School District Administration Building recently to drop off comfort level of performing during a rollover auto crash versity of Mary Hardin-Bay- a donation of 80 backpacks fi lled with school supplies for students in need. The do- research that and look into meeting is open?” thing,”adding that the meet- emergency medical skills in (in spite of being secured in lor to pursue a nursing degree nation comes courtesy of Houston City Council Member Dave Martin, District E. it.” Morrow spoke up: “Well, ings henceforth shall be of the back of an ambulance.” a seatbelt). His right ear was and become a licensed para- Accepting the donation (left) is Cindy Parmer, director of community relations with Another homeowner there is always an executive a tighter format. Students will be able to in- nearly amputated, and he was medic. 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Troy McCormick (1,758 Sports Editor have more options in the son but had little trouble loss to Atascocita, Phillips quality nondistrict oppo- in one of the toughest dis- Collins, Klein and Dekaney, They can also run the ball yards, 21 touchdowns), A battle of contrasting running game than it has in downing Dobie with a believes it’s simply far more nents. Atascocita, he said, tricts (13-5A) in the area,” the 2011 state champion in very well, and defensively Stenline has been showing styles is likely to take place seen in quite some time. pass-happy attack that gen- important to play compet- presents a true early test. Phillips said of a league that Class 5A Division I. they have two big, strong what he can do since spring as Dobie’s varsity football It’s the pass versus the erated more than 300 yards defensive tackles back. practice in May. team opens the 2013 regular run, and Dobie hopes to through the air. “I want to see our guys And in the Aug. 23 season against the Atascoci- come out on top this time This time around, the play physical and compete. scrimmage at Dickinson, ta Eagles Aug. 30, at Turner around. Eagles will employ receiv- We are going to have to beat Stenline broke loose for a Stadium in Humble. Dobie lost the 2012 er convert Greg Campbell a talented team like this couple of long touchdowns. Atascocita, led by Texas opener 31-6 to Atascocita at quarterback, with senior along the way to get where Gonzalez would have high school passing legend and went on to fi nish the standout receiver Grant we want to be.” raced for a touchdown on and current Eagles’ head regular season at 5-5 be- Stump back as his primary Dobie has been a run-ori- the fi rst play of the scrim- coach Craig Stump, likes fore a bidistrict playoff loss target. In the 2012 opener, ented team since Phillips mage, but Phillips mistak- to move the ball through the to North Shore. Atascoc- Stump led the Eagles with and offensive coordinator enly blew his whistle to seven grabs for 107 yards. Damian Judge came on stop the play, not realizing Campbell, a senior, led board in tandem prior to the his quarterback still had the Dobie Longhorns the Eagles in receiving a 2010 season. football. season ago while reeling in The same fi gured to hold With Thomas, Washing- at Atascocita Eagles 11 touchdowns. His transi- true for 2013 even before ton and Randall available in Friday, Aug. 30 tion to the quarterback spot Stenline arrived on campus. the backfi eld, Dobie should is clearly key to the Eagles’ Although he had little be fi ne. “Thomas played Turner Stadium, 7 p.m. hopes. more than a handful of car- great for us last season On the other side of the ries a season ago for a 3-7 when he was in there,” Phil- ball, Dobie starting quarter- Mayde Creek team that lips said. “He had a great back Joe Gonzalez will lead featured star running back Continued on Page 6B a running game that also USA KARATE features Mayde Creek High School transfer Darobie Rayburn RB Williams AFTER SCHOOL Stenline, a senior, CARE Stenline will be along- side senior returnee Adoniz killed in auto accident SIGN UP NOW! Thomas, who is the leading LaTrone Williams, a The tailback rushed for rusher from a season ago. standout running back on 956 yards and scored 10 COME LEARN: Dobie head coach Jim the Sam Rayburn varsity touchdowns a season ago • RESPECT • FOCUS Phillips, looking to return football team, died in an au- as a junior. Consequently, • CONFIDENCE Dobie to the postseason tomobile accident Aug. 21. Williams was to have been • DISCIPLINE for the fourth straight sea- Williams was a passen- featured heavily in the Tex- • AND MORE son, said he will also turn ger in a vehicle driven by ans’ plans this season. to Chris Washington and teammate Jonathan Murillo Sam Rayburn opens the Call UUSASA KARATEKARATE for details Rashaad Randall in the and occupied by a third pas- 2013 season Aug. 30 at backfi eld. senger. Porter High School before USA KARATE - 11101 RESOURCE PARKWAY “We have four guys back According to reports, the playing its home opener (Behind Sonic) there who have shown they driver lost control of the against Baytown Lee Sept. can get it done, in addition vehicle while traveling on 5. 281-484-9006 to Joe at quarterback,” Phil- Crenshaw near the beltway. The Leader sends its lips said. The vehicle struck a curb condolences to Williams’ “I’m going to play all of and subsequently rolled family, friends and team- Toni Muse Is At The TOP!! them, especially this early Dobie senior running back Adoniz Thomas (1) is the gles. Thomas fi gures to lead a stacked offensive back- several times. mates. in the season. I don’t want Longhorns’ top returning rusher from a season ago fi eld for Dobie that also includes starting quarterback anybody to get worn down and will start opening night Aug. 30 against Atascocita Joe Gonzalez and three fi rst-time performers. too early.” as the locals look to avenge last season’s loss to the Ea- Photo by David Flickinger DIXIE DELI 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) DAILY SPECIAL – $4.99 Reloading Brook football faces tough LP test 281-484-3083 Direct 832-200-5648 Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK One of the more intrigu- 5A, Division II bracket, de- linebacker Tim East, among tion players to play within ines will have to make some Cell 281-389-6519 ing matchups on the open- feated Pasadena Memorial others, to graduation. his fl ex bone system. adjustments, particularly ing weekend of the varsity and Fort Bend Bush before Offensively, the Wolver- Quarterback James Ra- along the front line. football season will feature losing to Katy. ines took a hit as top re- mos is back after fi nishing Kenneth Malone and THINKING OF Clear Brook hosting La It was a fi ne 2012 season ceiver Keiran Cupples and 2012 on a high note. 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Clear Brook defeat- ferent look. now playing at the Uni- will lead the way up front, question. ed Fort Bend Austin in the The Wolverines are mov- versity of Nevada-Las Ve- and the team also returns A loaded La Porte team fi rst round before losing to ing on offensively after los- gas. possibly the area’s top got all it could handle from 281-389-6519 North Shore in the Class ing District 24-5A defen- At Brook, head coach placekicker in Yannis Rout- the Wolverines last season 5A, Division I bracket. sive Most Valuable Player Paul Lanier always seems to sas. before getting the win. CHECK OUT MY WEBSITE! ToniMuse.Net La Porte, playing in the Davon West along with fi nd the offensive skill posi- Defensively, the Wolver- Continued on Page 6B Remax Hall of Fame Member, Moving Families For 30 Years! Five Star Realtor 2012-2013, Texas Monthly magazine JFD’s Branch to have VB court dedicated Former longtime Dobie or to the Lady Longhorns’ bie’s varsity volleyball head regional quarterfi nal round RRoyoy SShifletthiflett RealtorsRealtors High School varsity vol- nondistrict match against coach in the fall of 1981 and before losing. 281-481-3733 leyball head coach Donna former rival Deer Park. led all but two of her teams Following that match in Top Agents! Branch will have one of the There will be a reception to the playoffs from that the parking lot at Pearland Superior Service! school’s playing courts ded- from 5 to 6:15 p.m., and the point forward. High School, Branch an- lts! Celebrating Personal Attention! Resu dedication ceremony will be sitive icated in her honor. One of Branch’s best nounced her plans to resign "The Company You'll Keep" = PPositiveo Results! The ceremony honoring held at 6:30 p.m. The Do- overall teams might have as head coach. “43” years! one of the school’s most bie-Deer Park varsity match been her last, the 2003 Since that time, Branch Buying or Selling “New” or “Pre-Owned” popular coaches will be will start at 7 p.m. squad that won a district has remained at Dobie. Let Our Experience Work for You! held Tuesday, Sept. 10, pri- Branch was named Do- title and advanced to the Continued on Page 2B Be one of our ★ 1,000’s ★ of satisfied customers! KIRKWOOD-UPDATED! 3/2/2 Plush New Carpet & paint! Kitchen & bathrooms SSun.-Thurs.un.-Thurs. 1111 aa.m..m. - 1100 pp.m..m. BHI, Thompson football to scrimmage all redone! Beautiful shaded backyard w/ large covered patio! Huge living! High FFri.ri. & SSat.at. 1111 aa.m..m. --1111 pp.m..m. ceilings! Formals Move-in ready! $114,900. 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Team supporters will Thompson will begin the begin at 5 p.m. this season. predictions also have hamburger and season against the South For the schedule of opening barbecue sandwich combi- Houston Indians. Beverly week games, see the Sports nation plates available for Hills, meanwhile, will take calendar below. Troy Leland John Bechtle Eli Tanksley Toni Muse Emory Gadd Debbie Vaughn $7 apiece. Per University Inter- Dobie at Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Atascocita Dobie Dobie scholastic League rules, in- Branch court ceremony Clear Brook termediate school programs La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte La Porte were allowed to begin prac- held at Dobie Sept. 10 hosts La Porte tices the fi rst day of school. Clear Creek Following the scrimmag- Continued from Page 1B team’s loss to Stratford in Clear Creek Clear Creek Ridge Point Clear Creek Clear Creek Clear Creek es, the Lions and Bears will Her long career at Dobie the regional quarterfi nal at Ridge Point face a quick turnaround. came to an end November round played at Pearland The Pasadena Independent 11, 2003, following the High School Dayton at Elkins Elkins Dayton Elkins Dayton Dayton Dayton That season, Dobie re- ceived a fi rst-round bye as a Pasadena Memorial PAM PAM PAM PAM PAM PAM C&D Burger staffer district champion. The team hosts Clements defeated Kingwood in the Clear Springs area round before meeting North Shore North Shore North Shore North Shore North Shore North Shore set to join pickers Stratford. at North Shore After downing Dobie, Debbie Vaughn, a long- in honor of C&D owner Joe Stratford went on to win the Friendswood at Alvin Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood Friendswood time C&D Burger Shoppe Craddock, who died May 1 Region III title and played employee and day shift after a lengthy illness. Austin Westlake for the Terry at Clear Falls Terry Terry Terry Terry Terry Terry manager, has joined the cast Vaughn is a big-time fan state title before losing. Branch may have retired of characters as the South of football at all levels and Baytown Sterling Belt-Ellington Leader’s will no doubt make the con- as the Lady Longhorns’ Lee Lee Sterling Lee Lee Sterling high school football game test as competitive as ever. head coach following that at Baytown Lee picks contest begins the The South Belt-Ellington season but she’s remained 2013 season. Leader staff wishes her the close to the action. Hightower at Eisenhower Eisenhower Eisenhower Eisenhower Hightower Hightower Eisenhower Vaughn enters the contest best this season! Branch is often on site at volleyball matches and soft- This week’s record 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 ball games as one of Do- bie’s offi cial administrators Sports calendar from the school. Season record 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0 0-0

FOOTBALL At left, the Sagemont Cowboys’ senior division team stayed atop the standings early this season with a Thursday, Aug. 29 32-20 victory over the League City Saints Aug. 24, at El Franco Lee Park. Cowboys’ running back Dustin Dobie JV hosts Atascocita, 6:30 Dominguez (27) had another strong game. In bottom photo, a Saints’ ballcarrier loses possession of the Dobie sophomores host Atascocita, football while being pressured by Cowboys’ defensive player Keandre Green (1). Sagemont’s senior and Dobie freshman Orange at Atascocita, 6:30 junior teams were able to gain victories over the Saints and are now both 2-0 this season. League City Dobie freshman White at Atascocita, 4:30 rebounded with wins in the sophomore and freshman games. Photos by Jaime Hickman Friday, Aug. 30 Dobie varsity at Atascocita, Turner Stadium, 7:00 Brook varsity hosts La Porte, CCISD, 7:00 Regular Season Week Two Results

Wednesday, Sept. 4 Teams Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. Brook freshman Black at Seven Lakes, 4:30 Brook freshman Silver at Seven Lakes, 4:30 Cowboys 32 27 0 6 Brook JV Black hosts Seven Lakes, 6:30 Brook JV Silver hosts Seven Lakes, 4:30 Saints 20 6 27 31

Thursday, Sept. 5 Brook varsity at Seven Lakes, 7:00 Dobie JV at Clear Springs, 4:30 Dolphins 0 19 0 26 Dobie sophomores at Clear Springs, 4:30 Dobie freshman White hosts Clear Springs, 4:30 Eagles 38 24 12 33 Dobie freshman Orange hosts Clear Springs, 4:30

Friday, Sept. 6 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Springs, Veterans, 7:00 BAFL Weekly Standings – 2 Senior Division American Senior Division National Monday, Sept. 9 Team W L T Team W L T Beverly Hills 8A at Miller, 5:00 Beverly Hills 8B hosts Miller, 5:00 Cowboys 2 0 0 Eagles 2 0 0 Thompson 8A hosts South Houston, 5:00 Sharks 2 0 0 Cougars 2 0 0 Thompson 8B at South Houston, 5:00 Steelers 1 1 0 Stingrays 2 0 0 Tuesday, Sept. 10 Panthers 1 1 0 Rams 1 0 0 Beverly Hills 7A at Miller, 5:00 Beverly Hills 7B hosts Miller, 5:00 ’49ers 1 1 0 Hurricanes 1 1 0 Thompson 7A hosts South Houston, 5:00 Texans 1 1 0 Bulls 1 1 0 Thompson 7B at South Houston, 5:00 Patriots 0 1 0 Braves 0 2 0 VOLLEYBALL Saints 0 2 0 Dolphins 0 2 0 Friday, Aug. 30 Gators 0 2 0 Tigers 0 2 0 Dobie varsity hosts Baytown Lee, 6:30 Brook varsity hosts Dawson, 6:30 Junior Division American Junior Division National Brook JV hosts Dawson, 5:30 Team W L T Team W L T Dobie JV hosts Baytown Lee, 5:30 Cowboys 2 0 0 Eagles 2 0 0 Dobie freshman A hosts Baytown Lee, 4:30 Brook freshman A hosts Dawson, 4:15 ’49ers 2 0 0 Bulls 2 0 0 Brook freshman B hosts Dawson, 4:15 Texans 2 0 0 Braves 1 1 0

Tuesday, Sept. 3 Gators 1 1 0 Dolphins 1 1 0 Brook varsity at Friendswood, 6:30 Saints 1 1 0 Cougars 1 1 0 Brook JV at Friendswood, 5:30 Sharks 1 1 0 Hurricanes 1 1 0 Brook freshman A at Friendswood, 4:30 Brook freshman B at Friendswood, 4:30 Patriots 0 1 0 Rams 0 1 0 Panthers 0 2 0 Stingrays 0 2 0 Wednesday, Sept. 4 Dobie varsity at Hastings, 6:00 Steelers 0 2 0 Tigers 0 2 0 Dobie JV at Hastings, 5:00 Sophomore Division American Sophomore Division National Dobie freshman A at Hastings, 4:00 Team W L T Team W L T Dobie freshman B at Hastings, 4:00 ’49ers 2 0 0 Cougars 2 0 0 Friday, Sept. 6 Sharks 2 0 0 Hurricanes 2 0 0 Brook varsity hosts Deer Park, 6:30 Dobie varsity hosts Davis, 6:30 Texans 2 0 0 Dolphins 1 1 0 Dobie JV hosts Davis, 5:30 Sports news, registrations Patriots 1 0 0 Bulls 1 1 0 Brook JV hosts Deer Park 5:30 Brook freshman A hosts Deer Park, 4:15 JFD baseball boosters host golf tourney Oct. 12 Cowboys 1 1 0 Eagles 1 1 0

Dobie freshman A hosts Davis, 4:30 The Dobie High School Diamond Club will host its fourth annual golf tour- Panthers 1 1 0 Rams 0 1 0 Brook freshman B hosts Deer Park, 4:15 nament Saturday, Oct. 12, at Country Place Golf Club in Pearland. The $80 per Saints 1 1 0 Braves 0 2 0 player entry fee includes lunch prior to the tournament, which tees off at 1 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 7 Deadline for registration is Oct. 1. Foursomes are encouraged to register by call- Steelers 0 2 0 Stingrays 0 2 0 ing tournament coordinator Henry Caballero at 832-372-0266 or by directing Brook JV at Dickinson tourn., TBA Gators 0 2 0 Tigers 0 2 0 Brook freshman A at Dickinson tourn., TBA email to him at [email protected]. The tournament serves as a primary fundraiser for the Longhorns’ baseball program each year. Freshman Division American Freshman Division National TENNIS Dobie baseball boosters meet Sept. 4 Team W L T Team W L T Friday, Aug. 30 Saints 2 0 0 Bulls 2 0 0 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Creek, 2:30 The Dobie Diamond Club, the school’s baseball booster organization, will host its monthly meeting Wednesday, Sept. 4, in the school annex near the rear Gators 2 0 0 Eagles 2 0 0 of the school. The session will begin at 7 p.m. Attendance is mandatory for par- Tuesday, Sept. 3 ents of returning and incoming freshman players, and players are also welcome. Texans 2 0 0 Braves 1 1 0 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Falls, 2:30 The meeting will focus on upcoming fall and spring events. For more informa- tion, direct email to [email protected]. Cowboys 1 1 0 Dolphins 1 1 0 Friday, Sept. 6 ’49ers 1 1 0 Cougars 1 1 0 Dobie varsity hosts Clear Springs, 2:30 JFD softball boosters host golf tourney Oct. 19 Steelers 1 1 0 Hurricanes 1 1 0 The Dobie High School softball booster club will host its fourth annual golf SOCCER tournament Saturday, Oct. 19, at Country Place Golf Club in Pearland. The $80 Patriots 0 1 0 Rams 0 1 0 Saturday, Aug. 31 per player entry fee includes lunch after the tournament, which tees off at 8 a.m. Panthers 0 2 0 Stingrays 0 2 0 San Jac College hosts Ranger College 6:00 Deadline for registration is Oct. 15. For more information, call booster club member Nick Medina at 713-206-8224. Sharks 0 2 0 Tigers 0 2 0 Thursday, August 29, 2013, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Wolverine netters go head-to-head at Dobie, taking down Longhorns Both teams enjoying early court success

At left, Clear Brook varsi- ty boys’ tennis player An- drew Albright played well in the duel with Dobie Aug. 27 at the Longhorn courts. Although Albright and his partner Ray Memon lost in No. 1 doubles, Albright bounced back in No. 1 sin- gles to defeat Dobie junior Ruben Vargas 6-4, 6-4. At right, the Wolverines’ Thomas Nguyen played with teammate Alan Luu to win in the No. 2 doubles match and also handed Dobie’s John Le a loss in No. 2 singles. Below, Lady Wolverines’ senior La- vanya Hospeti had a big day against Dobie. She won the No. 1 doubles match with partner Sarah Burrows and also won in the No. 1 singles match, downing Dobie’s Theresa Tran 6-3, 6-1.

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Ramos, Simmons lead way More than a dozen students at USA Karate were recognized during a black and fi rst-degree black belt holders Garrett Marshall, Camaya Hayes, Jus- Continued from Page 1B has verbally commited to expects nothing less this belt promotion ceremony at the facility Aug. 17. Those honored included, tin Nguyen, Jolany Chevez, Caleb Tamez, Glenn VanHouten, Estuardo San- For 2013, La Porte still attend Colorado State. Tight season. left to right, (front row) fi rst-degree black belt holders Jacob Briand, Kalix chez, (back row) instructors Sean Gary, Sebastian Escobedo, Evan Bridges, has some star players in end Michael Rodriguez is Clear Springs, the de- Tran, John McQueen, Jason Nguyen, Brandon Perez, Aaron Ramos, Bran- Jose Febus, Gabriel Vargas, USA Karate owner Mike Tucker and instructors place to make a run at the headed to Louisiana Tech, fending District 24-5A don Shackelford, (middle row) second-degree black belt holder Tony Guerra Emilio Vargas, Cody Bensch, Jimmy Pham and Austin Gorby. District 21-5A crown. and defensive back Victor champion, is predicted to North Shore is consid- Holmes has verbally com- go head-to-head with Clear ered the favorite in 21-5A mitted to Iowa State. Creek for the 24-5A crown. while being viewed as one Brook may lack that type Brook is up next, dueling Injury bug derailing Brook, of the state’s top teams. But of star power in its lineup of with Brazoswood for the La Porte will give no quar- players but the Wolverines playoffs as well. ter. again have high hopes for Clear Falls, Dickinson Dobie volleyball teams often Linebacker Hoza Scott the season. and Clear Lake will need has verbally commited to A series of misfortunes to show much improvement All the Clear Brook and game to win the match 25- District 24-5A. playing next season at Tex- led to a 1-4 start in 2012 this season to have a chance Dobie varsity volleyball 10. Thompson knows full as A&M University. Run- before the team rebounded to reach the postseason this programs want the rest of Fast forward to Aug. 27 well what the journey en- ning back Jonathan Lewis to make the playoffs. Lanier time around. this season is to be able to as Clear Brook played with- tails. She’s been to the re- compete on an even playing out its full complement of gional quarterfi nals with court. players. Subsequently, the Brook in the past. The two teams have dealt Lady Wolverines fell to a “There is a lot of talent in with plenty of issues this talented Cinco Ranch squad the district, but most teams season while trying to build 25-17, 25-10, 25-11. are pretty even, in my opin- momentum during nondis- Dobie, meanwhile, ion,” she said. trict play, namely injuries. played at Clear Springs “An off night, mental Clear Brook head coach against the Lady Chargers. breakdowns and injuries Meredith Thompson had In that match, Springs went can be the difference in who her group in tow Aug. 23 on to win 25-16, 25-5, 25- wins night to night. I think during a four-game win 18. Clear Falls will fi nish fi rst, over Dobie, yet was forced District action in 22-5A but the rest of the playoff to deal with less than a full and 24-5A begins Sept. spots are up for grabs.” deck against Cinco Ranch 13. Dobie will host South Dobie won’t have things in a three-set loss Aug. 27. Houston while Clear Brook easy in 22-5A when the At Dobie, the Lady will face Clear Springs on time soon comes. Pearland, Longhorns have rarely the road before also playing the defending district cham- played a match this season Clear Lake Sept. 16 on the pion, should repeat. with a full roster. In the road. Alvin, which placed sec- Clear Brook match, head Clear Lake is the defend- ond a season ago, has quite coach Joe Sabatell said ing Region III champion a few of its players back. To three of his players were but lost quite a few seniors this point, Pearland is 9-2 nursing ankle issues and an- after the memorable 2012 and Alvin has won 11 of 14 other, Bre’shaun Franklin, campaign. Right now, the matches. was less than 100 percent team to beat is Clear Falls, No other team in 22-5A physcially. but Thompson fully expects has a winning record at the To this point, both Clear a healthy Clear Brook team moment. Dobie should bat- Brook and Dobie have to be in the hunt for a play- tle Sam Rayburn and Me- struggled to get to the .500 off spot after missing out a morial for a playoff spot. record mark. There’s still season ago. And if Sabatell’s team ever time to get things right be- “I felt like we were gets 100 percent healthy, fore the start of district play, steadily improving until there’s always the chance but that time is running out. we had a couple injuries set for the Lady Longhorns to The two programs had a us back (prior to the Cinco make some noise at the top Clear Brook freshman setter Jaden Newsome (8) did her job well against Dobie, little fun Aug. 23 at Dobie Ranch match),” Thompson of the standings. delivering accurate feeds to her hitters. Defending for Dobie is Riley Miller (3). as the friendly neighbor- said. hood rivalry again was con- “Hence, the scores from tested. last night. Hopefully, I will Dittrich, Central Arkansas volleyball Clear Brook, which has have a full team (Aug. 30) controlled the series in and will get back on the recent years, again came right path. aim to repeat 2012 Southland successes away with the win. “We have several new Dobie went toe-to-toe players to varsity mixed Life is good right now the regular season, Dittrich UCA opens the 2013 13-14 trip to the Florida with the Lady Wolver- with some veterans. If we for former Clear Brook was honored at UCA’s Bear regular season Aug. 30 at Gulf Coast University tour- ines through the fi rst three play up to our potential, I High School and current Nation Celebration while the University of Arizona. nament in Fort Myers. games. Thompson’s team feel like we can be true con- University of Central Ar- being enshrined as part of There, the Sugar Bears While at the tournament, won the key points at the tenders for a playoff spot.” kansas women’s volleyball the university’s inaugural will face Kansas, Arizona Dittrich will have many end of the fi rst and second A season ago, Clear star Alicia Dittrich. class of inductees in Chi and Morgan State in con- family and friends in at- games to lead the match 25- Lake defeated Clear Falls Heading into the 2013 Alpha Sigma, the National secutive matches over three tendance as UCA takes on 20, 25-23. in the Region III fi nal to go season, Dittrich, who en- College Athlete Honor So- days. second-ranked Penn State Dobie senior middle blocker Breanna Roddy (1) puts away a kill for the Lady Sabatell’s team came to state. This season, there joyed a remarkable sopho- ciety that recognizes aca- Dittrich is also looking as well as Marquette over Longhorns during the neighborhood match Aug. 23 at Dobie. Roddy is joined back in the third game to is a general feeling that the more season for the Sugar demic prowess. forward to her team’s Sept. two days. by Dobie teammates Amber Nguyen (2) and Riley Miller (3). At far right is take a 25-21 win, but Clear eventual Region III cham- Bears, is aiming higher on Clear Brook’s Jaden Newsome. Brook closed out the fourth pion will again come out of and off the court as she em- barks on the second half of her collegiate career. The Clear Brook blocking tandem of senior Jasmine Try as they might, it is Juliette (18) and Madison Guerra (6) go up to defend going to be a challenge for against Dobie’s Bre’shaun Franklin (11). The Lady Dittrich or her team to beat Wolverines went on to win the rivalry match in four what went on a season ago. games Aug. 23 at Dobie. Thirty team wins was Photos by John Bechtle a school record, and the Sugar Bears won the South- land Conference postseason tournament title for the fi rst time en route to an NCAA tournament berth – also a fi rst. Along the way, Dittrich put her name in the record books at Central Arkansas. Her .374 hitting percent- age for the season was sec- ond in school history, trail- ing only Katrina Matlock’s 1986 fi gure of .381. Nationally, Dittrich’s .374 percentage was 24th, and she was among her team’s leaders in several other categories. Dittrich was named to the All-Southland Confer- ence fi rst team with two teammates, and later was named to the conference’s all-academic squad. As for 2013, Dittrich and her teammate, Pearland High School graduate Ma- rissa Collins, are members of the Preseason All-South- University of Central Arkansas volleyball star Alicia Dittrich is looking to build land Conference honorees. upon a 2012 sophomore season that landed her in the team record books. Dit- In the days leading up trich formerly starred at Clear Brook High School.