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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, August 18, 2016 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 41, No. 29 Vacation contest ending The Leader is seeking readers’ 2016 vaca- Sagebriar home catches fire Area homeless cause concern tion photos for possible publication. A first- The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Com- less in the South Belt area, both city and county and second-place prize of Schlitterbahn tickets merce, 10500 Scarsdale, will host a round-table offi cials contend the overall number has sharply will be awarded monthly for the best submis- discussion on the issue of local homelessness dropped in recent years. sions. Monthly first-place winner will receive Tuesday, Aug. 23, from 8:30 to 10 a.m. Since 2012, the City of has worked eight tickets, second-place winner will be Speakers will include representatives from with more than 100 collaborative partners to awarded six. All submissions should include Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Chris Diaz’ house more than 7,000 homeless individuals, in- where and when the photo was taken, as well offi ce, the Houston Police Department and other cluding 4,735 homeless veterans. Overall home- as identify each person in the picture (first and city departments. lessness in the city has been reduced by nearly last name) and tell the story about the trip. All The South Belt community’s homeless prob- 57 percent during this period, offi cials said. photos must be high resolution. Email photos lem has gotten signifi cantly worse in recent “Merely maintaining our momentum of reduc- to [email protected]. Do not com- months. The Leader has received more com- ing homelessness is not enough,” said Houston press photos when emailing. Photos must be plaints about the situation in the last two weeks Mayor Sylvester Turner. “It is not about managing submitted by Aug. 26. than in the entire previous year. homelessness, but solving it. Homelessness may While homeless people can be found spread be a complex, centuries-old issue, but I have no Gulf Freeway closures set throughout the area, the largest concentration of doubt that we will continue to achieve the long- At least one northbound and one south- them can be found under the overpasses along term goal of effectively housing Houston’s home- bound main lane and frontage road lane on Beltway 8, particularly at the Sabo/Hughes Road less. Our efforts in all these activities will continue the Gulf Freeway from FM-1959/Dixie Farm intersection. to focus on longterm, data-driven solutions.” Road to FM-528/NASA Road 1 will be closed Several of the individuals, some with pets, can County offi cials have taken similar steps. nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Monday, regularly be seen panhandling at the intersection. The Harris County Sheriff’s Offi ce Home- Aug. 22. Alternate exit and entrance ramps Houston police reported that a homeless female, less Outreach Team (HOT) provides services to will be closed. At least one northbound and allegedly under the infl uence of the synthetic the estimated 4,500 homeless individuals living one southbound main lane and frontage road drug Kush and drinking a beer, walked right into in the unincorporated areas of Harris County. lane on the Gulf Freeway from FM-1959/Di- traffi c at the intersection Tuesday, Aug. 9, caus- HOT works with a coalition of community based xie Farm Road to FM-528/NASA Road 1 will ing a vehicle to strike her. The female suffered service providers to provide access to housing, be closed daily from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through minor injuries and was issued a citation. medical care, substance abuse treatment and Tuesday, Aug. 23. Alternate exit and entrance A longtime Kirkmont resident reported to mental health care. ramps will be closed. The closures are associ- the Leader she was aggressively pressured by a The HOT team was developed by Sheriff Ron ated with an ongoing construction project to homeless male with a dog at the Sabo intersec- Hickman in November 2015 with the fi nancial widen the freeway from three to fi ve lanes in tion to go to the nearby store’s ATM and with- assistance of the Harris County Sheriff’s Offi ce each direction and the frontage roads from two draw money to feed the animal. A Houston po- Foundation. Since its inception, the team has re- to three lanes in each direction. lice offi cer was witnessed removing the transient sponded to 843 calls for service, made 729 con- from the location following the report. tacts, transported 166 individuals to temporary Meet Moore teachers A second resident who spent her recent birth- housing and secured permanent housing for 63 day picking up trash at the Sabo site reported individuals. Moore Elementary will hold its Meet the fi nding multiple plastic bags full of feces. A meeting scheduled by the sheriff’s offi ce Teacher Night Thursday, Aug. 18, from 5:30 “I wanted to give back to the community,” on Aug. 14 to discuss the homeless issue in the to 6:30 p.m. Students can meet their new the resident said. “It turns out I saw a little too area was postponed due to inclement teachers and drop off school supplies. Class much.” weather. See future editions of the Leader for a lists will be posted on the front windows by Despite the increase in the number of home- new date. 4 p.m. that day. For information, call Moore secretary Silvia Luna at 713-740-0656. Hughes construction causes confusion Crohn’s, Colitis group meets Ongoing construction on Hughes Road con- least fi ve accidents at the intersection in the last The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of A house in the 10000 block of Sagebriar near Sabo Road caught fi re Thursday, Aug. 11. tinues to anger many residents, who complain of six months, and none of the dates match up with America (CCFA) Bay Area Support Group The blaze was reported by a neighbor who said he heard two explosions at the home before frequent accidents and traffi c congestion related city records. will meet Tuesday, Aug. 23, at 7:30 p.m. in the seeing the fl ames. The homeowners were out of town on vacation at the time of the incident. to the construction. Further, multiple offi cers from the Houston Po- State Farm Insurance offi ce, 12941 Gulf Fwy., The cause of the fi re, which caused extensive damage to the rear of the home, was still under Of particular concern is the intersection of lice Department and owners of businesses located Suite 101. Patients and caregivers are invited investigation at press time. No one was injured. Photo by Jim Elder Hughes and Beamer, where traffi c confusion has at the intersection have told the Leader they esti- to attend. Meetings are free. caused numerous collisions in recent months. mate the number to be much higher – at least one A request from the Leader to the City of per day, by all accounts. Houston Public Works and Engineering Depart- Part of the city’s 2015 Capital Improvement BHI holds Bear Camp County officials hold gun meeting ment seeking the offi cial number of automobile Plan, the project will reconstruct Hughes from accidents that have taken place at the intersec- Beltway 8 to Sagecanyon. The $11.7 million Beverly Hills Intermediate will hold Bear The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Com- This sentiment was shared by Harris County Camp for seventh-grade students on Friday, tion since work began around six months ago project is designed to mitigate fl ooding in the merce and San Jacinto College South hosted a Assistant District Attorney Justin Wood. took roughly six weeks to receive a questionable vicinity of Hughes Road, as well as provide key Aug. 19, from 8:30 a.m. to noon. The event public meeting on the state’s new open carry and “It’s been unremarkable,” Wood said. “Most will give students a chance to meet teachers, response. upgrades such as water lines, sanitary sewers, campus carry gun laws Tuesday, Aug. 9. people concealed before, and they still conceal.” According to PWE offi cials, only three acci- new concrete pavement, sidewalks and curbs, learn school traditions and purchase spirit Organized by Precinct 2, Place 1 Justice of the The state’s new campus carry law, which al- items. A parent meeting will take place at dents have been reported at the intersection since street lighting, traffi c control and new signage. Peace Jo Ann Delgado, the event featured pre- lows those with concealed handgun licenses March: one on March 10, one on April 21 and Despite all of the current issues, construction 12:15 p.m. to discuss the school’s dress code, sentations from Harris County Attorney Vince to carry their weapons on college and univer- tablet information and Beverly Hills class- one on June 8. is reportedly on schedule and set to be complete Ryan’s offi ce and Harris County District Attor- sity campuses, took effect at public universities The Leader, however, has taken photos of at by the end of the year. room expectations. ney Devon Anderson’s offi ce. Aug. 1. The law will take effect on community The open carry law, which went into effect at college campuses the following year on Aug. Meet Burnett teachers the beginning of this year, allows licensed hand- 1, 2017. Private universities may opt out of the Police seek bank robbery suspect Burnett Elementary will host its Meet the gun holders, who previously had to keep their new law. Teacher Night on Thursday, Aug. 18, from 6 fi rearms concealed, to now carry them openly in As law enforcement offi cials are adjusting to The FBI is seeking the feet tall and weighing around 180 pounds with a to 7 p.m. Parents and students are welcome to a hip or shoulder holster. the new regulations, Delgado assured attendees public’s help in identify- black mustache. He wore a beige fi sherman style attend and bring their supplies. Despite previous concerns, Anderson said the that citizen safety was paramount. ing a suspect who threat- sun hat, sunglasses, a tan and green button-down new regulation hasn’t been much of an issue for “We’re not sure, nor can we predict how these ened and robbed tellers shirt with a white undershirt, blue jeans and Spaghetti fundraiser set the state. new laws will affect the community, but rest as- at the First Convenience white tennis shoes. “With open carry, we were all a little nervous sured our priority is to keep people safe and fol- Bank located inside the Crime Stoppers of Houston is offering up to The Knights of Columbus Council 9201 about it,” Anderson said. “But it’s been a non- low the law,” Delgado said. Kroger grocery store at $5,000 for information leading to the identifi ca- will host a fundraising spaghetti dinner Fri- event. I haven’t seen one yet.” See related photo on Page 2A. 11701 S. tion and arrest of this bank robber. Anyone with day, Aug. 26, in the St. Luke Catholic church Parkway E. on Monday, information about this crime is urged to call the social hall, 11011 Hall Road, from 5 to 7 p.m. Aug. 1. Crime Stoppers tip line at 713-222-TIPS (8477) Meals feature all-you-can-eat pasta covered Minor offenders offered second chance According to inves- or the FBI Houston Field Offi ce at 713-693- with original KC 9201 sauce, two made-from- tigators, the robber entered the bank around 11 Harris County offi cials will host an event Acceptable offenses include criminal mis- 5000. Crime Stoppers tips can be submitted on- scratch Italian meatballs, garden salad with a.m. and handed a teller a threatening note de- aimed at helping people resolve minor criminal chief (less than $100); criminal trespass; con- line at visit www.crime-stoppers.org or by text Italian dressing, French bread and iced tea or manding cash. After receiving an undisclosed offenses Saturday, Aug. 27, at Sagemont Church tinuing obligation of a child now an adult; mi- message. Text TIP610 along with crime tip to lemonade. The cost is $7, eat in or take out. amount of money, the suspect left the area on from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. nor consuming, possessing alcohol; minor in CRIMES (274637) or visit www.crime-stoppers. For children under 12, the cost is $3 (one foot and in an unknown direction. Organized by Harris County District Attorney possession of tobacco; parent contributing to a org. Tips may also be submitted to Crime Stop- meatball), eat in only. No one was physically hurt during the rob- Devon Anderson, Make It Right! will give people non-attendance; issuance of a bad check (though pers through the Crime Stoppers of Houston app bery. No weapon was observed by witnesses. with outstanding Class C warrants or other pend- defendants still have to pay restitution); failure which can be downloaded at the app store for Blood drive The suspect is described as a black male, in ing charges in Harris County precincts 2 and 8 a to ID; failure to appear; drug paraphernalia; pub- both iPhone and android devices. All tipsters re- his late 30s to 40s, standing approximately 6 The St. Luke’s Knights of Columbus will chance to clear them up without having to go to lic intoxication; disorderly conduct; and theft (of main anonymous. host a blood drive Sunday, Aug. 21, at the court or the fear of being arrested. less than $100). church’s social hall from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. All offenses must be low-level, nonviolent The function will also feature a job fair and Blood is needed every day for medical needs misdemeanors. Traffi c offenses and felonies will free legal resources. due to health and injuries. Everyone is wel- not be eligible for dismissal. For information, call 713-274-0490. come. For additional information, call Val Boykins Comeaux at 713-582-5358 or John Urdiales at 713-991-1425. Swimming pools to close for season visits St. Luke’s registration set Summer is coming to an end, and several local 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; and Highland Meadows pool swimming pools are closing for the season. hours are from 3 to 8 p.m. St. Luke’s church will continue registration The Sagemont and Beverly Hills swimming The Clear Brook Meadows pool will remain for its Faith Formation sessions the weekend pools will close for the season after Labor Day, open two weekends past Labor Day, closing Sagemont of Aug. 20 and 21 after all Masses. Parents are Monday, Sept. 5. The pools will each be open Sunday, Sept. 18. Pool hours are 10 a.m. to 8 welcome to register their children preschool from 1 to 5 p.m. on the holiday. p.m. through high school in the education building. Houston District D City The Ashley Pointe, Riverstone Ranch and The Sageglen pool will remain open week- Council Member Dwight Faith Formation sessions will begin the week Highland Meadow pools will also close after La- ends through the month of September, closing of Sept. 11. The next available time to regis- Boykins (second from right) bor Day. Ashley Pointe pool hours are from 1 for the season Sunday, Sept. 25. Sageglen pool held a public meeting at the ter will be after Sept. 11. A special blessing to to 9 p.m.; Riverstone Ranch pool hours are from hours are noon to 9 p.m. celebrate the beginning of the new school year Sagemont Community Center will take place at Mass Tuesday, Aug. 23, at 7 Wednesday, Aug. 17, to dis- p.m. cuss local issues and resident Boykins visits South Belt community concerns. Shown to the left with the council member are, Boykins holds golf tourney Member Dwight While he expressed surprise over the area’s left to right, Henry Sanchez On Monday, Sept. 12, Houston City Coun- Boykins held a community meet and greet at Sa- growing homeless problem, Boykins said he also and his wife Karen Sanchez, cil member Dwight Boykins will host the third gemont Community Center Wednesday, Aug. 17. intends to enforce regulations that prohibit the who serves as treasurer of the annual Swingin’ for Seniors Golf Tournament The council member spoke on a number of practice. Sagemont Park Civic Club, at Golf Course. The tourna- issues, ranging from trash can placement to the Boykins noted the city does have programs in and Kay Barbour, who serves ment raises money for the Senior Assistance increase in area homelessness (see related story place to help the homeless, but the affected in- as president of the Sagemont Fund, which improves the quality of life for on this page). dividuals often opt to not take advantage of the Civic Club. District D senior citizens by providing minor Boykins said he intends to enforce city regu- offered food and shelter. home repairs at zero cost. Visit www.senioras lations that require trash cans to not be visible The council member further noted the need to Photo by Marie Flickinger sistancefund.com/events.html or call 832-393- from the street. Several previous offenses report- weigh the concern of the community affected by 3001 to receive further registration details or ed by the Sagemont Civic Club were reportedly the homeless, not just the concern for the home- to become a sponsor. dropped due to a computer glitch. less themselves. Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 18, 2016 In My Opinion Auction recovers lost revenue Moore welcomes new teachers Harris County Tax Asses- “Delinquent property tax- need to recover every dollar days of rage and hate as we can see from the sor-Collector Mike Sullivan es unfairly burden the taxpay- possible,” said Sullivan. Each Cepeda thanks San Jac incident in Baton Rouge Louisiana shooting is working to reclaim lost ers of Harris County, and we month, the county holds a for helping veterans on July 17, 2016. We have seen three offi cers revenue for Harris County tax sale. The goal is to col- assassinated dead not long after fi ve offi cers residents. lect delinquent taxes and put I want to personally like to say thank you were murdered in a Dallas July 7, 2016. We Thousands of properties neglected properties into the for retaining the best counselors at the North have seen the incidents of children and other sit vacant throughout the Singles hands of new owners. and South campuses of San Jacinto College killed due to either the prevailing hatred for county, creating unsafe con- For the month of August for helping us Veterans make the transition each other as people of various races. ditions and lowering property 2016, a total of 351 proper- into the Civilian world. I can honestly say I am saddened by the news our public ser- values. dance set ties were posted for sale. Sul- that I felt at ease and relaxed when the coun- vants are targets having families live in fear of Many property owners are The Bay Area Singles livan successfully reclaimed selors were guiding me on the best courses a spouse, son or daughter may die from any delinquent, and for years they Club Monthly Dance is Aug. $3,216,074 for the citizens of to take and guide me on the best path to lead. public encounter. It saddens me to learn that failed to meet their tax obli- 20, from 7 to 10 p.m. at VFW Harris County. We need more Counselors like this in the ci- they are being treated as a disease on society. gations. With help from the Lodge, 5204 Highway 3, To date for the year of vilian world. I came into the North campus We have to consider the source as only evil county's delinquent tax at- Dickinson, Post 6378. Bring 2016, the offi ce has re- Veteran Center one day to register for the and unwillingness to forgive and reconcile torneys, Linebarger Goggan party snacks to share. Cost claimed $23,034,282 from upcoming semester and even though a coun- with love. Blair & Sampson, LLP, dras- is $7 for members and $9 for the monthly tax sale. To learn selor (Melanie Neill) was very busy and had The body of Christ has to be willing to tic improvements are made nonmembers. For more info more, visit www.hctax.net. to push out a report, she stopped everything leave its comfort zone of the church pew. It to eyesore properties across call 409-948-1156 or 281- For questions, call 713- and helped me register for the next class. She must be on the front line not church grounds Harris County. 337-3112. 274-8000. has helped me many of times, but this was an pushing this evil back in our city and nation. instance where it just stood out. We have to be the light of the nation since they The instructors too are just as Vital. One are lost in darkness and hate. The churches memorable Professor was Gil Price at the of the nation can keep praying as individual Ryan, PISD board members visit North campus. He was in the Business Man- churches and organizations. agement Department mostly, but he was ab- It may do a little but not stop the hate and solutely very helpful in guiding us students evil growing in the nation. I believe it is time for what it is like in the real world in business to show our unity as the body of Christ and not with his personal experiences. only have a day of prayer but reconciliation Thank you again for a wonderful staff at with those who have so much hate. The church San Jacinto College. I truly appreciate each let others guide morals and principals the peo- and every one of them. ple embrace more than God. We see now that The counselors that I would like to rec- it is not working and action with prayer is how ognize are: Eugene Bernard from the South our nation will be restored campus at the Veteran Center and Melanie The people of this nation are not seeing Neill at the North campus. in action 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 in the body of I also would like to recognize Gil Price at Christ. We need show that “Love is patient, the North campus. Carlos A. Cepeda love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, Recent Graduate it is not proud. It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, Moore Elementary recently welcomed three new members to its staff. Shown Gary Waits: We it keeps no record of wrongs. Love does not above are, left to right, fi rst grade teacher Liana Luna, success teacher Patricia delight in evil but rejoices with the truth It Valdez and dyslexia and intervention teacher Gerri Watkins. Photo submitted dodged a Bullet! always protects, always trusts, always hopes, If you are like me, I didn’t know that com- always perseveres.” munity newspapers, like our very own South We have been divided by the many forms Club seeks members Belt - Ellington Leader, have been bought out of evil and other distractions of comfort caus- by The Hearst Corporation. The Frey Garden Club-South Belt Area chapter is seeking members. Affi liated with ing the body of Christ to seem to no longer be the Houston Federation of Garden Clubs, Garden Clubs and National Garden I read about this in a front page Leader arti- needed in our nation. My faith full request to cle dated Aug. 11, 2016. It was a relief to read the churches who are in Jesus’ name members Clubs, the group meets monthly at 10 a.m. on the second Wednesday of the month be- the quote of Marie Flickinger, publisher, say- of the Body of Christ is to spring to action. tween September and May. ing ..”I wouldn’t have sold had they asked.” We have to have a walk in love with all Meeting locations vary each month. For information, contact Christa Kaiser at 281- Marie is the Leader, and we are blessed to churches in our area. We then have a commu- 481-6160 or [email protected]. have her as our leader, who has regained her nity event showing love is our greatest com- health, thanks to excellent medical care and mandment. It must be as many churches of Band seeks musicians all of those prayers that were sent up for her. Christ and languages as possible. It can be a A community band is seeking musicians to join the group of music loving folks with a This is a good reason to celebrate the continu- one-day event to be repeated by our example wide variety of skills and talent. Membership ranges in age from high schoolers to senior ation of our local newspaper and the health of in other cities, counties and states till we are a citizens. its publisher. Many will remember her telling healed nation. The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce and San Jacinto College Rehearsal meetings are held Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Pearland’s Robert Turner High other power brokers, like Monsanto and Flood We have to do this or we may see more South hosted a public meeting on the state’s new open carry and campus School. For information, contact Bobby Wren at 832-654-0906 or email bobbywren@hot- Control, that she is not selling. Over the years pain, suffering and death of families and pub- mail.com. she was the news, not just one who reports it. carry laws Tuesday, Aug. 9. Organized by Judge Jo Ann Delgado, the event lic servants. The police are the target now who featured presentations from the offi ce of Harris County Attorney Vince Ryan We don’t want to have her voice muted will be the next victims of the hate and evil. by politicians and captains of industry. How My prayer is that the body of Christ will join (center) and Harris County District Attorney Devon Anderson (not shown). many times have you seen a picture in the me to bring light, love and reconciliation to Shown above at the event with Ryan are Pasadena Independent School Dis- Leader that was taken by Marie Flickinger! our community. trict board members Jack Bailey (left) and Fred Roberts. See related story She has always done what is needed, wheth- We can discuss the event “A Walk In Je- on Page 1A. Photo by Marie Flickinger er it is cub photographer or being a lobbyist sus Love “. It can be the greatest of all church for the South Belt. We are grateful for her evangelistic event in Jesus’ name. If more in- and all that she does in our neighborhoods. formation is wanted please simply meet me at ~Gary Waits the I HOP on Fuqua located at 11222 Fuqua St Bell speaks on importance Publisher’s note: I really appreciate your Houston. kind comments, but for that which we have I will be waiting inside on the seats to accomplished, many get credit, our great see who comes to fellowship and discuss the of calling 811 before digging staff, our advertisers and most important our event. I hope to see as many people showing readers and loyal supporters like you. Gary, Christ love on the fi rst Thursday of the month Texans are being remind- protecting Texans who com- sued by those entities who do you have always been there to support and get at 7 p.m. The body of Christ is not perfect but ed today of the importance of ply with the law from being not comply with the law.” involved to make things better. Thanks to you we are all called to love. calling 811 before doing any and the many others who have made it possible I pray that this can be a fi rst step to healing digging around homes or in for me to have had 40 years (so far) of fun and so join me showing your support of life and neighborhoods.     enjoyment with the paper. – Marie Flickinger Christs love. What is better said, “In Jesus’ Texas state law requires name let us hate never to reconcile with one every citizen who plans to    Pablo Castellano: Let’s another or “In Jesus’ name let us love one an- dig, contractors and the gen- eral public alike, to call and       !  " "#$$%&$'(" ) !""# other and reconcile our sorrow for love. !"$%! &'##! &(&&'##%&!!) %#"&"&  !"  *!) show love, unity together Pablo Castellano III have any buried lines marked We are a generation in the midst of many 281-743-3867 before beginning any excava- tion. ($% $$ $% ($$   $$*     +$  $    $ $* ) Local library events set What Texans do not know is that when operators of    ( , )-, .$$+$    $ / Parker Williams Library buried lines fail to mark as required by law, and their un-    $*( The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Library, 10851 Scarsdale. ,) 2-, .$$%   / Thursday, Aug. 18, 4 p.m. Zootopia Craft and Movie (PG) derground facilities are dam- $*%01$ Friday, Aug. 19, 4 p.m. Anime Club. Bleach (TV-14) aged, services and businesses Saturday, Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m. Preparing Your Garden to Plant Winter Vegetables. are disrupted. The operators &  ! ! ' &+&$ !  Tuesday, Aug. 23, 10:30 a.m. Start Your Construction Career. of the underground facilities $  $$$.$++$ /   $ +%$  +$+%$  Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2:30 p.m. - Internet Basics. Call the library to register. will then sue the excavator. $ $$ (%$ +$++  ( $$) Wednesdays, Preschool Story Time, 10:30 a.m. Because Texas law does not have any provision hold-     $  3)! 4 $ Thursdays, Toddler Story Time, 10:30 a.m. ing operators of buried lines Saturdays, Vietnamese Learning Time. Classes are at 10 a.m., 11:15 a.m. and 2:30 who fail to mark the location   $* 5 ) 4$ p.m. For more information on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. of their utilities accountable, ( $ For more information on these programs, phone the library at 281-484-2036. contractor insurance compa-   3)"4 $ Bracewell Branch Library nies are forced to settle these &#&!,&#& !&#&(&%#,&# The following events are scheduled for August 18 - 24 at the Bracewell Branch cases. Library, 9002 Kingspoint. This provides noncompli- -&"&#"#&! !" ./)012&(!3 ant operators with both eco- Thursday, Aug. 18, 6 - 7:45 p.m., Adult Book Club - Not Your Mama’s Book Club. "! &(+&  &(+& Book selection this month is Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys. nomic benefi t and potential Saturday, Aug. 20, 10:30 a.m. - noon – Computación Básica (Spanish Computer Class) enrichment – even when the $*6+$$% , "22!72!32 , ! 2 3"  excavators have complied, Wednesday, Aug. 24 - Adult Computer Classes $*6+  $$%66 , ! "73 , !72 7 2 p.m. Computer Basics - Course covers the main parts of a computer. Common comput- and the operators have violat- er terminology is defi ned and features of different computers and types of productivity, ed the law. (*666+$$% , 2 3!2" " , "3277"727 communications, educational, and entertainment programs are explained. The result of operator (*666+  $$%66 , 27"! , 2""3  3 3:15 p.m. Internet Basics - Course explains the purpose of the Internet, what is needed noncompliance is raising in- 6$*   $$ + %   )3.2/(#) to connect to it and important terms. Students learn how to use web browsers and search surance costs for contractors 6689 $$%8+ %   !) . /(#) engines. Students will be introduced to English vocabularies specifi cally to searching the and creating loss of reliable 6668(*8+ %   )3. /(#) utilities, such as telephone Internet. lines and fi ber optic Internet,  !! !%!  4:30 p.m. Basic Powerpoint - Students learn basic functions of this program to create on which Texans depend.  +       6,27 presentations, including adding graphics and multimedia. Students learn to identify the During the 84th Legisla- printing options for presentations. ture, Representative Cecil 6:  $ ) Bracewell hours are Sunday and Monday - Closed; Tuesday and Wednesday - 10 a.m. Bell Jr. offered legislation to 6 p.m., Thursday - noon to 8 p.m., Friday - 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturday - 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. to create parity and stop &  !&' &+&$& There are no children’s programs (Family Storytime, Storytime Craft, Baby/Toddler frivolous lawsuits. HB 2535 &  & "4  4 "&#*  &*  Storytime and Playgroup) in August. Programs will resume the week of Sept. 5 would have clarifi ed that &   5  !6 &# !  !  For more information on these programs, call the library at 832-393-2580. an excavator who has fully complied with Chapter 251 &+&$& , ) ,) 26 , )" , 77 ,!  of the Utilities Code by call- & & & & *# &  & "4 Corrected home values announced ing 811 “shall not be liable , )22 ,) 2 6 , )!7 ,! ,!   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" The average market value “We have always tried to court said. “This represents damages to its facilities and a signifi cant increase, and of a single family residence promote transparency at the for damages incurred by the &+& +& for 2015 was $214,000, not appraisal district and provide that is why we are studying excavator as a result of the the $241,000 the district had accurate information to all the the property tax process and failure to mark. *$$'1+>  , !! , 7"  reported at the May commit- residents and elected offi cials appraisal system to develop “As a contractor whose tee hearing. we serve,” said Altinger. options to reduce the tax bur- self-employed experience in *$(1+>  ,"  ,23! den on property owners.” The the industry spans more than “As chairman of the Senate The average market value 0?$@>1$$>$, 1 , )" , )" Select Committee on Property of a single family residence Harris County Appraisal Dis- 30 years, I have fi rst-hand trict today corrected a number Tax Reform and Relief, I be- for 2014 was $187,179 ac- knowledge of this statute, (  *$>  ,  !)2! ,  !)  lieve it is important to provide cording to HCAD records, it had presented to the Senate of the industry and its prac- updated information to prop- and the average market value Select Committee on Property tices,” said Representative $. $/ ( , 7)2" Tax Reform and Relief. erty owners,” said Sen. Paul of a single family residence Bell. “Because there are no !&#&'2!##&& "#&(! ! "&!& /87&& #!** "& operator penalties for failure  2** '&887&& #!'  !!2&7 % "&!&%*& &! 7&&  to comply, the frequency of  !/82 &!#"&  &(&7*&#) lawsuits being fi led against SSouthouth Belt-EllingtonBelt-Ellington LLeadereader homeowners, small business- "##%&"5&9 &(&!""& &!%: *&*&#&& #" ;<)=800)#" '##%&&"&##7#! es, counties, and contractors !"&!&& ("##%&"5&;<)=800) –– The Voice of Community-Minded People –– is steadily increasing year  ! &#& " after year. I support 811 and 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 protecting buried utilities. +    $  +$$ +%$ $  $ $%$$   +  Operator compliance is es- $%+$$ $+$$++$% ) E-mail: [email protected] sential to protecting buried     :$ < & ./ ,"7" utilities in Texas It is my in- Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners tention to re-fi le this import- $;  ' < & ./ ,3" ant legislation in January, Thursday, August 18, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Howard pres-elect Dobie bowlers compete in nationals Carter assumes USCGC Legare of state association

Members of the J. Frank Dobie High School Bowl- left to right, (front row) Jose Hernandez, (middle ing Team recently competed in the U.S. High School row) Clarissa Castillo, Shelby Henderer, Monica Bowling National Championship in Ft. Lauderdale, Zabala, (back row) Robert Lazo, Daniel Harder, Fla. Both teams represented the state of Texas well, Kaylynn Garcia, Nyomi Carrington, Chelsey Keen- with the boys team fi nishing fourth in the competi- er, Shannon Howards, Brandon Harder and Nicho- Coast Guard Commander Jonathan Carter tion. Competing team members shown above are, las Guerra. Photo submitted Carter assumes command Coast Guard Command- an and Eastern Pacifi c. and territorial waters of Iraq PW library hosts construction er Jonathan Carter, a 1995 Presiding over the cere- during Operation Iraqi Free- Dobie graduate, assumed mony, held on the deck of the dom and Operation Endur- command of the USCGC Legare, was Vice Adm. Wil- ing Freedom. programs on careers, NCCER test Legare in a change of com- liam “Dean” Lee, the Coast From 2007 to 2009, Car- mand ceremony on July 12 Guard’s Atlantic Area com- ter served on the staff of Parker Williams Branch Center for Construction Edu- The programs are part of a ing 15 different construction in Portsmouth, Va. Carter, mander. The change of com- the President’s Emergency Library, at the intersection of cation and Research) certifi - grant the library received from craft areas. NCCER certifi - who received his commis- mand ceremony was the last Operations Center at the Candy Howard Beamer Road and Scarsdale cation. The tutorials take place the Institute of Museum and cation is widely recognized sion in 2000 after graduating for Lee, who is retiring after White House. He was the Candy Howard, princi- cipal and then principal Blvd., hosts two upcoming on Saturday, Aug. 27 between Library Science and the Tex- in construction industries and from Sam Houston State, 35 years in the Coast Guard. fi rst Coast Guardsman ever pal at South Belt Elemen- from 1997 to 2000. In 2009, events for job-seekers in con- 10 a.m. and 12 p.m. as State Library and Archives enables employees to achieve relieved Commander Todd Carter takes command of named to that position. tary, will serve as Region 4 Howard was named princi- struction industries. Register for either event by Commission to purchase NC- journey-level status in their Vance, the Legare’s skipper the Legare after a two-year He also served as exec- president-elect for the Texas pal of South Belt Elemen- On Tuesday, Aug. 23, the calling 281-484-2036. CER trainee guides compris- fi eld. the past two years. assignment at the Pentagon utive offi cer on two other Elementary Principals and tary where she continues to library will host a program The Legare is a 270-foot as a Politico-Military Affairs Coast Guard cutters, the Key Supervisors Association inspire students and staff. entitled "Jump-Start your Ca- medium endurance cutter offi cer with the Joint Chiefs Biscayne and the Tampa. (TEPSA). Offi cers from the 20 reer in Construction Crafts." Kids star in UT training video with a crew of 110. The of Staff. He previously served Carter and his wife, the “I am very proud to rep- TEPSA regions across the Participants can fi nd out more ship’s mission focuses on as commanding offi cer of the former Amy Michalczak, resent Pasadena ISD prin- state were installed at the about the demand for pipefi t- drug and migrant interdic- USCGC Aquidneck during have three children: Alison, cipals in my role on the association’s summer lead- ters, welders, industrial elec- tion in the Atlantic, Caribbe- operations in the Arabian Gulf Katelynn and Matthew. board, and hope to share ership conference. tricians, boilermakers and our concerns and ideas “TEPSA’s regional of- other construction craft areas; with others in the organi- fi cers play a vital role in learn how to communicate zation,” Howard said. building leadership capacity their skills; and learn about a “Together we can make and supporting association networking resource linking our collective Pasadena ISD members at the local level,” job-seekers with companies voice be heard on both the said Harley Eckhart TEPSA and training. Speakers include regional and state level.” executive director. representatives of Workforce Howard was also rec- TEPSA, whose hallmark Solutions, Globalwide Talent ognized as Pasadena ISD’s is educational leaders learn- recruiting, and SteelToePro, Elementary Principal of the ing with and from each oth- an industry-sponsored web- Year for 2016. er, has served Texas school site linking job-seekers with Howard has dedicated leaders since 1917. companies and training. This 32 years of service to the Member-owned and free program begins at 10:30 Pasadena ISD, starting her member-governed, TEP- a.m. and ends at 12:15 p.m. The library also will host career at Kruse Elementary SA has more than 5,900 Coast Guard Commander Jonathan Carter (right) joins Vice Adm. William from 1984 to 1997. Howard members who direct the free math tutorials for em- ployees with experience in “Dean” Lee (center) and Commander Todd Vance in a change of command sa- then rose to a leadership activities of 3 million Pre-K lute marking the command handover of the USCGC Legare on July 12 in Ports- through eighth grade chil- construction industries and position at Jensen Elemen- mouth, Va. Lee, the Coast Guard’s Atlantic Area commander, presided over tary fi rst as assistant prin- dren. who are planning to take the test for NCCER (National the ceremony. Vance has served as captain of the Legare for the past two years. Going for a nature walk around campus are Harumy Jimenez-Reyes, San Jacinto Photo by Petty Offi cer 1st Class Melissa Leake. College North Children’s Center toddler classroom teacher, and young students CCISD welcomes Davila, new of the children’s center, including, left to right, Dhamoni McGrue, Rowan Bell, Christian Herrera, Cole Diosdado, Annabelle Echols and Dakota Chenier. At right, Nirmin Elbjairmi, instructional developer for the Children’s Learning In- Director of Parent Assistance stitute at UTHealth, gathers video footage of the group to be used for education courses and training at the university. Photo by Rob Vanya The Clear Creek Inde- trict-level contact for par- and other stakeholders in pendent School District ents, and will have direct the public education sys- recognizes that parents and access to district admin- tem. From his start as a guardians are seeking only istrators to address these middle school math teacher UT takes training video at San the best when it comes to campus-based issues in an and then assistant principal in Alvin ISD, to his most Jacinto College children’s center recent position working with parents and staff as a Representatives from a ing to capture high quality many of the concepts and behavior specialist for Pas- major university recently teacher-child interactions. strategies they learn and adena ISD, his long list of visited the San Jacinto Col- SJC North Children’s Cen- discuss in early childhood achievements contribute to lege North Children’s Cen- ter was selected because of classes. By observing and a solid understanding into ter to take video footage the quality of the program, working with experienced the inner workings of a that will be used for educa- its teachers and their teach- early childhood profes- school district. He also has tion courses and training in ing practices.” sionals, students are better Danielle Knight (Percy Talbot), Juliet Barron (Shelby Thorpe), and Carla Guidry experience as a positive be- the university’s child devel- Bethany Stansell, North prepared for careers in ear- (Hannah Ferguson) celebrate good fortune in The Spitfi re Grill presented by Pasa- havior interventionist and opment program. campus child development ly childhood and have the dena Little Theatre. Photo submitted support coach, a district Representatives from lab school director, said it ability to positively impact youth mental health trainer the University of Texas was a “distinct honor and the lives of children and and a district-wide social Children’s Learning Insti- privilege” to be selected by families.” emotional trainer. tute toured the SJC North the UTHealth Children’s As living proof, San Ja- PLT presents Spitfire Grill It is important for parents Children’s Center, and then Learning Institute for the cinto College graduate Ta- Pasadena Little Theatre, her jail cell, she chooses the with musical direction by and guardians to abide by fi lmed staff members as video project. “I am super mara Hicks puts training Houston’s oldest communi- rural town of Gilead, Wiscon- Crystal Elise Mata along with the CCISD School Board they performed various du- proud of the SJC North she received at the chil- ty theater in continuous op- sin. The local sheriff fi nds a an outstanding cast. Policy which requires them ties of providing care for Children’s Center team and dren’s center to good use eration, continues its 62nd place for her to work at Han- This production opens young children. The San every day as a child care season, the Something To nah’s Spitfi re Grill where the on Aug. 26 and continues to address each issue or their collective and ongoing Talk About season, with The town “welcomes” her with weekends through Sept. 11. concern at the campus level Jacinto College facility is efforts to provide high qual- professional. Hicks earned Spitfi re Grill by James Valcq suspicion and distrust and Friday and Saturday show fi rst. The Parent Assistance a lab school that supports ity child care in an industry an early childhood develop- and Fred Alley. Based on she fi nds that the town itself times are 8 p.m. and Sunday Center and its director can learning for young children that typically under-values ment associate degree from the 1996 fi lm by Lee David is in despair. Through an matinées are at 3 p.m. There assist as a neutral party to and models best practices them,” she commented. “We San Jacinto College in 2011 Zlotoff, this play won the unusual contest, friendships is one Thursday show at 8 assure student and/or par- in early childhood develop- work tirelessly to adapt our and now works at the SJC Richard Rodgers Production are formed and hope grows, p.m., Sept. 8. This is PLT's ent concerns are fully con- ment. The facility is affi li- approaches and strategies to North Children’s Center as Award, by The American transforming the futures of special Two-Can-Attend for ated with associate degree a lead infant II teacher (10 Tony Davila sidered if they are not re- positively promote the im- Academy of Arts and Letters. the characters as they learn to $20 night. Ticket prices are solved at the campus level. and certifi cate programs, portance of early childhood to 20 months old). She is Percy Talbott, a young trust one another. $15 for adults and $12 for their children. When an effi cient manner. This will As a rule, neither the direc- licensed through the Texas education and the work we also pursuing a bachelor’s woman released from prison, PLT’s presentation of The students and seniors. For issue or concern arises at allow appropriate staff to tor of parent assistance nor Department of Family and do with our children, fami- degree from Ashford Uni- is looking to make a fresh Spitfi re Grill features as di- more information call 713- a child’s school, it is criti- stay focused on teaching the superintendent substi- Protective Services and ac- lies and students each day. versity. start. Based on an old travel rector well known actor and 941-1758, or log onto www. cal that parents are quickly and learning. tutes their judgment for that credited by the National As- The opportunity to be rec- Hicks said the UTHealth brochure that once adorned director, Craig Trauschke pasadenalittletheatre.org. connected to someone with “I look forward to serv- of the building principal sociation for the Education ognized by the Children’s Children’s Learning Insti- deep knowledge of the Dis- ing the community of Clear for campus level decisions of Young Children. Learning Institute, who tute made a wise decision trict, processes and resolu- Creek ISD and establishing within his or her authority. “We are very happy with helps drive change in early by selecting the SJC North tion options. In an effort to positive relationships with Clear Creek ISD con- the classroom activities we childhood across our nation Children’s Center as a site take parent engagement and school personnel, parents, tinues to strive toward captured on video,” com- and state, is confi rmation of for student training videos. satisfaction to the next lev- and community members,” achieving one of its key mented Jasmine Wiggins, our combined efforts each “We take pride in our work el, CCISD has introduced said Davila. “This district is strategies of ‘ensuring Children’s Learning Insti- day and we are excited to and have the best interest the new Parent Assistance at the forefront of so many mutual understanding and tute at The University of have been selected.” of every child at heart,” Center and its new director, parent engagement initia- support through effective Texas Health Science Cen- The Center serves as a she said. “We use our skills Tony Davila. tives and I hope to add to communication’ through ter at Houston (UTHealth) training ground for San Ja- and training to provide and The Parent Assistance the tremendous talent pool the appointment of Davila special projects coordina- cinto College students that model quality child care Center was formed to that exists here, all of whom and the addition of the Par- tor. “We truly appreciate the provides a real life view on a daily basis. We ensure help parents with needs, are working to do what’s ent Assistance Center. For San Jacinto College teach- of children and how they that our children are in a questions and/or concerns best for our children.” more information on the ers’ commitment to creating learn. Students can apply safe, loving, nurturing and pertaining to their chil- Davila brings a varied Parent Assistance Center, high-quality learning expe- the theories learned in class engaging environment. We dren within CCISD in an background in fostering visit www.ccisd.net/depart riences for the children in through observations and not only work in child care, effi cient manner. Davila positive and productive ments/parentassistance or their classrooms.” hands-on experiences. Ad- child care is our work and will serve as the fi rst dis- relationships with parents call 281-284-0000. Wiggins said the ditionally, the Center offers our passion.” UTHealth Children’s child care services for San Hicks chose child devel- Learning Institute regularly Jacinto College students, opment as a career because FFREEREE RREGISTRATIONEGISTRATION - GoodGood thruthru AAug.ug. 3131 develops resources for early employees and commu- of her love of working with New enrollments only • www.msjanets.com childhood teachers to use nity members who want a young children. “I love to This ad must be presented at time of enrollment & is not redeemable for cash. We accept NCI. in the classroom. “Many quality child development witness the children’s ‘aha’ of our resources include program for their children. moments,” she commented. authentic video of teachers “San Jacinto College child “I enjoy being a part of cre- MMs.s. JJanet’sanet’s ChildrenChildren ofof thethe Future,Future, IInc.nc. working with children in development students have ating a foundation of learn- Child Care & Learning Center • Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m.-6:30 p.m. the classroom, showcas- opportunities to study and ing for each child I serve.” Ages served 6 weeks - 11 years ing teachers’ instructional observe in an environment San Jacinto College op- Infant - Toddler $120 week, 2 yrs old $110 week, practices and classroom ar- with ongoing teaching that erates children’s centers 3 - 4 yrs old $100 week, After School Care $70 week LOW PRICES rangement,” she said. “We refl ects best practices based that also serve as educa- are currently developing on current research in ear- tional training facilities for Ms. Janetʼs is provides pick-up service from WEBER & PASADENA SCHOOLS, including new educational and out- ly childhood education,” child development students MELILLO, MORRIS and ROBERTS Middle Schools and SOUTH BELT Elementary. reach materials for early commented Caresal Bolds, at the North and Central childhood teachers. We are North campus child devel- campuses. For more infor- 2281-484-237681-484-2376 2281-538-531081-538-5310 very selective when choos- opment program director. mation, visit sanjac.edu/ca 1115901590 HughesHughes RRd.d. @ BBW8W8 33007007 InvincibleInvincible DDr.r. LLeagueeague CCityity ing locations for classroom “At the children’s center, reer/child-developmentear fi lming, since we are hop- students put into practice ly-childhood-studies. Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, August 18, 2016 Stuchbery has Facebook page Lozano graduates Over The Back Fence by Alexis Stuchbery Elementary recently launched its offi cial Facebook page. To see the page, visit www.facebook.com, then search for “Stuchbery Elementary School.”

HAPPY 15TH BIRTHDAY, CASSANDRA Light the birthday candles for Bianka 19. On Aug. 21, blow out the birthday candles Special birthday wishes are sent to Padilla Aug. 20. Aug. 22 is the day for a cele- for Sophia Medrano. The day for a cake for San Jac College briefs Cassandra Lazo Aug. 18 from dad and mom bration for Agatha Candappa. Bertha Izaguirre is Aug. 22. Fall 2016 classes begin Jose and Grace Lazo, and grandparents Luis Meador Elementary Dobie High and Teresa Macias, who say, “We love you!” Marking a birthday Aug. 19 is Chantay Hill. The day for a party for Cindy Mutz is Aug. San Jacinto College fall 2016 classes begin on Mon- Family and friends also send best wishes. Blow out the birthday candles Aug. 20 for 21. Birthday greetings are sent to Roland day, Aug. 22. All fi rst semester, fi rst 12-week, eight- HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MARY ELLEN Kristin McDonald. Marking a birthday Aug. Deyon and Corbin Govers Aug. 22. Kathleen week, six-week, fi ve-week and four-week classes be- Birthday wishes are sent to Mary Ellen 24 is Kim Cowan. Boyd celebrates a birthday Aug. 24. gin. Morgan Aug. 23 from her husband, Larry, Moore Elementary FACEBOOK FRIENDS ENJOY BIRTHDAYS Payment is due on the day of registration. For more son Tommy, daughter Elizabeth Echols, Enjoy a slice of birthday cake with Patti The Leader sends happy birthday wishes to information, visit sanjac.edu. son-in-law Tim Echols, grandson Justin Parker Aug. 23. its Facebook friends who celebrate a birthday Take 2 Enrollment Echols and the Leader staff. South Belt Elementary this week: If students miss the start of classes on Aug. 22, they CHIEKO CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY Amanda Cheney is sent a birthday greet- Thursday, Aug. 18: Marty Gomez, Cathy can still enroll in Take 2 classes that begin Sept. 6. Greetings are sent to Chieko Webb, who ing Aug. 23. Shipley, Shametta Benson, Corina Lopez, Jo Visit san jac.edu/steps-enroll for information on how enjoys a birthday Wednesday, Aug. 24, from Stuchbery Elementary Anne Muse, Vita Bernal, Annette Barrientos to enroll. husband Ken, Teresa Webb and friends at Aug. 21 is the day for a birthday party for and Chris Cook; Friday, Aug. 19: Robert Mireles, the Leader. Corey Klein. Tracy Duron is wished a happy Nathan Nguyen, Pamela Walters, Jody Urschel- Oun, Shandy Lecourias, Pamela McDonald San Jacinto College campus bookstore hours HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY, REBECCA birthday Aug. 20. All San Jacinto College campus bookstores will be Belated birthday wishes are sent to Director and Derrick Pyper; Saturday, Aug. 20: Rachel Melillo Middle School open from 7:45 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., on Friday, Aug. 19; of Physician Resources at Memorial Hermann Sing a chorus of a birthday song Aug. 18 to McClure, Claire Speck, Kaysie Fojt Roach, Southeast, South Belt Chamber board mem- Valerie Espinosa. On Aug. 21, happy birthday Raymond Jackson and Todd Nathans; Sunday, and from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., on Saturday, Aug. 20. For ad- ber and active community member Rebecca greetings are sent to Jewell Deleon. Enjoying Aug. 21: John Linares, Kip Ledgerwood, ditional operation hours and information, visit sanjac. Lilley, who celebrated a birthday Aug. 11, a birthday Aug. 22 is Maria Diaz. Light the Gabrielle Loya, Brandi Washer and Leticia edu/student-services/student-success-facilities/book- from friends and the Leader staff. birthday candles for Anabel Camaliche Aug. Gonzalez; Monday, Aug. 22: Pat Gonzales, stores. SCHOOL DAZE 23. Monica Castro, Kassi Richardson, Mylie Alaniz-Sosa, Herman Garcia, Chrystal Sulak, North Campus Premier Day The following staff members of the Roberts Middle School The San Jacinto College North campus will host its Pasadena Independent School District enjoy Enjoying a birthday Aug. 19 is Joe Pena. Janie Chapa, Sonia Shearow-Parson and Bill Edwards; Tuesday, Aug. 23: Viv Castillo, annual fall Premier Day for new students on Friday, birthdays Aug. 18 through Aug. 24. Beverly Hills Intermediate Mary Miller, Jim Kunkel, Carl Stonecipher, Aug. 19 from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m., in the student center Burnett Elementary Blow out the birthday candles for Jamy Lardo Crocker, Shelly Rivera, Mary Morgan, Monument Room (N12.200). Sing a happy birthday song to Melisa Smith Aug. 18. Enjoying a birthday Aug. 23 is Trey Smith, Mary Wesfahl and Patti Parker; Jacob Andrew Lozano, a 2012 Dobie graduate, attend- Evans Aug. 18. Share a slice of birthday cake Ellen Murphy. Students will learn about college resources, hear ed and graduated from Texas A&M University, College and Wednesday, Aug. 24: Linelle Taylor, Saul from college faculty and staff and engage in fun activi- with Romona Dawson Aug. 22. Thompson Intermediate Correa, Mike Justice, Sammye Mejia, Yessica Station, with a mechanical engineering degree on May Bush Elementary Erica Carroll celebrates a birthday Aug. ties throughout the day. 12, 2016. During his four years at Texas A&M, Loza- Musquiz, Alyssa Keller and Amber Burda. no worked two internships with Proctor & Gamble in Volleyball vs. Cincinnati, Ohio. Last summer, he had an internship The San Jacinto College volleyball team will face Tem- with General Electric Oil and Gas in Houston. In Au- Council Member Martin seeks Super Bowl volunteers ple College on Tuesday, Aug. 23 at 5 p.m. All volley- gust 2015, he accepted an offer for full-time employment Council Member Dave The Touchdown Tour's experiences from both NASA on the practice fi eld and then other space experts speaking upon graduation with GE’s Edison Engineering Devel- ball games are played at the Central Campus in Anders Martin is excited to announce kickoff event will run from and compete in a Space Robotics about the shuttle program, opment Program, which requires a two-year rotation, Gymnasium (building 18) and are free and open to the a one-of-a-kind Super Bowl 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Aug. at the Aug. 27 Touchdown Challenge football game, all commercial spacefl ight, deep- moving to a different state every six months while ex- public. fan experience is coming to 27 in the parking lot of the Tour, such as the Driven to while learning about innova- space exploration and space ploring four divisions within the company. Lozano is City of Houston District E. nonprofi t science and space Explore multi-media mobile tive robotics. The Center will station science. currently at GE’s Nuclear Plant in Wilmington, N.C. transfer recruiting visit The Houston Super Bowl learning center, Space Center exhibit and a display of the also feature retired astronaut Additionally, tickets are He will enter graduate school at North Carolina State Host Committee is inviting Houston. Retired astronaut Orion capsule, NASA's new Clay Anderson in a book sign- available to have a special Transfer recruiters from the University of Houston University in the fall pursuing a master’s in mechanical everyone to celebrate the start Scott Kelly, who recently re- and most-advanced space- ing from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. lunch with an Astronaut and will be at the San Jacinto College North campus be- engineering. His parents are Jimmy and Cynthia Loza- of football season and the be- turned from a year in space, craft. Additionally, visitors with also experience other activ- ginning at 8 a.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 24 in lobby of no of Kirkmont. ginning of the road to Super will return the NFL football Space Center Houston a ticket to enter Space Cen- ities at the Center. Council building 9. Bowl LI by visiting its Touch- that spent fi ve months along- will host the free Space Ro- ter Houston will fi nd a day of Member Martin looks for- For more information contact Zina Gross at zina. down Tour, the fi rst of its foot- side him in the International botics Field in which visitors special activities inside, in- ward to sharing this won- [email protected]. ball-themed events this fall. Space Station to the Host will go through robot train- cluding pop-up science labs, derful event with District E Bay Area Quilt The Touchdown Tour will Committee in a special 10:30 ing camp, plan their strategy four panels of astronauts, and residents, tourists, and the feature interactive games, a a.m. ceremony. While entry surrounding communities. Power Over Diabetes mobile locker to the Touchdown Tour is Club seeks members For more information or to Are you interested in learning ways to improve your diabetes? room, giveaways, music and free, the normal $6 charge for volunteer, visit the Houston Guild to meet The Frey Garden Club-South Belt Area chapter is Free Community Workshop more. Food and beverages, in- on-site parking at Space Cen- Super Bowl Host Committee's seeking members. Affi liated with Houston Federation of Sat., Aug. 20 @ 11 a.m. • RSVP 713-733-5619 The Bay Area Quilt Fielek will also conduct cluding beer, will be available ter Houston will be in place. Garden Clubs, Texas Garden Clubs and National Garden website and follow the Hous- Guild meets the fi rst Tues- a workshop the following for purchase. "The Houston "We are excited to partner ton Super Bowl Host Com- Parker Williams Library, Meeting Rm E • 10851 Scarsdale Super Bowl Host Commit- with the Houston Super Bowl Clubs, the group meets monthly at 10 a.m. the second mittee on Facebook, Twitter day of each month at Mt. day Wednesday, Sept. 7, Wednesday of the month between September and May. Olive Lutheran Church lo- on binding, including pick- tee is committed to giving Host Committee to help kick and Instagram; contact Kevin everyone an unparalleled Su- off its Touchdown Tour," Meeting locations vary monthly. For information, contact Cooper, Host Committee, Remove Trip Hazards & Standing Water cated at 10310 Scarsdale ing the right color, making Christa Kaiser at 281-481-6160 or [email protected]. Blvd. Fellowship begins a perfect corner, two-col- per Bowl experience," Sallie said Space Center Houston 713-816-1482, or kcooper@ Sidewalks + Driveways + Pool Decks + Patio at 6:30 p.m. and the gen- or binding, binding with Sargent, the President and President and CEO William Band seeks musicians housuperbowl.com; or Me- eral meeting and program fl ange,and other techniques. CEO of the Houston Super T. Harris. "And what better ridyth Moore, Space Center CONCRETE Bowl Host Committee, said. place in Space City to hold A community band is seeking musicians to join a group of Houston, 281-244-2139, or begins at 7 p.m. The Sep- The cost of the work- music loving folks with a wide variety of talent. Membership tember guest speaker is shop is $40, and preregis- "We want to bring the excite- it than at Space Center Hous- [email protected]. RAISING ment of Super Bowl LI into ton!" ranges in age from high schoolers to senior citizens. 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Call me ry Gadd, associate pastor of Sagemont Church; Alyta Harrell, the Peace; and Kirk Lewis, former PISD superintendent. and get a quote on the insurance that associate superintendent of campus development for Pasadena Photo by Reesha Brown helps get you back where you belong. Michael W. Jewell, CLU 12929 Gulf Freeway Suite 112 (Fuqua Exit) Remember When 281-481-2121 John E. Freeman, D.D.S., M.S. 40 years ago (1976) could be awarded in the fi rst pastor. raiser for the South acting its mandatory Stage farmers.com The Southeast Volunteer or second quarter of 1982 20 years ago (1996) Belt-Ellington Chamber of 2 water conservation plan. ✰ No Down Payment Fire Department responded if no major right-of-way The former Dan Boone Commerce, was planned. The measure required res- Early Childhood Center (ECC) ◆ Holly Barber-Gadin, Director to 92 calls during the fi rst acquisitions or utility prob- Chevrolet on the Gulf Precinct 2 deputy con- idents to water lawns at 281-741-7497 [email protected] with Verified Insurance six months of the year and lems arose. Freeway at Fuqua was stables reported burglaries night or early morning, and sought additional members 30 years ago (1986) scheduled to be torn down of two businesses as well no more often than twice a ✰ Payment Plan Available to fi ll day- and night-time Frank Braden, principal to make room for AutoNa- as arrests for family vio- week. To further conserve shifts. of Dobie High School, was tion. lence and evading. water, the mayor asked res- ✰ Insurance Assignment Julia Garza of Kirkwood promoted to the position of Five families chipped in Houston Police began idents to refrain from wash- won a Tiffany & Co. brace- Assistant Superintendent approximately $36 each to investigating the shooting ing their vehicles or fi lling Accepted let through Crutchfi eld for Pasadena Independent get a street light on Dumas death of Larry Savala, 26, swimming pools and to lim- ✰ Carpet Co. School District. Street in Gulf Palms. who was killed outside the it showers to fi ve minutes, ECC Fall Program Registration No Referral Needed 35 years ago (1981) The Pasadena Indepen- 15 years ago (2001) Club Rumba on the Gulf turn off water while brush- Across-the-board school dent School District Board Ninety-fi ve residents of Freeway service road at ing teeth and wash only full Registration for the 2016-2017 ECC school year is now ✰ Video Game Room lunch price increases were of Trustees approved the ZIP code 77089 had a to- Kingspoint. loads of clothes and dishes. open. We are currently enrolling children from 3 months to approved by trustees of 1986-87 school year budget tal of $32,333.45 in funds CCISD insurance pre- 1 year ago (2015) 5 years of age (students with birthdays after September 1st). ✰ Quality and Caring Office the Pasadena Independent of $98,734,416 at a special overpaid to the state of miums increased 300 per- The San Jacinto College Our program is a standards-based program; that offers School District. Elemen- called meeting. Texas just waiting to be cent to $3.9 million. The Board of Trustees unani- meaningful learning experiences within a Catholic setting. ✰ Certified Specialist tary school prices were 25 years ago (1991) claimed. district, however, gained mously voted to call for a We aim to prepare your child for their elementary raised from 95 cents to $1, Members of Homes The Pasadena Indepen- $2.7 million from Texas $425 million bond refer- education. We offer multiple extended care options to Member American Association of Orthodontists intermediate from $1.05 Environment and Lives in dent School District was House Bill 1. In addition, endum in the Nov. 2015 meet your scheduling needs. to $1.15, and high school Peril discovered documents one of only two districts the district planned to im- election. The funds would from $1.15 to $1.25. indicating a toxic waste pit with an enrollment of more plement its Project Excel provide workforce training, We now offer a Pre-K4 bridge to Kindergarten class and Dick Kabal of the Texas was once located in the old than 30,000 to be named a program during the 2006- make renovations and im- after school care for students enrolled in neighboring Highway Department told United Sports Association recognized district for the 2007 school year. prove infrastructure. Nine elementary schools. members of the South Belt property and possibly in fourth consecutive year, 5 years ago (2011) buildings were renovated Community Improvement Southbend. in a report released by the Due to persistent drought – most of which were more For more information, go to www.stlukescatholic.com and Association that the con- King of Glory Lutheran Texas Education Agency. conditions and decreasing than 30 years old. look for the Early Childhood Center link or you can contact tract for completion of the Church extended a letter of 10 years ago (2006) water levels in Lake Hous- The measure easily the ECC Offi ce directly at (281) 741-7497 or 281-481-9575 13310 Beamer South Belt from Fairmont call to Cynthia Annette Vold The ninth annual Eve- ton, Mayor Annise Parker passed, with 68 percent vot- eccoffi [email protected] Parkway to Beamer Road Forde to serve as its new ning of Cuisine, a fund- said that the city was en- ing in favor of it. Thursday, August 18, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Wilson grateful for Nweke’s continued support SJC grad plans Dillard achieves goals through SJC Raven Wilson, one of J. Frank Dobie High School’s All-Region Choir, Spanish National Honor Society, Key Club, Shining Stars, is shown with distinguished educator Maureen Health Occupations Students of America and various theater Nweke, an instructor of Pre-AP Biology. productions. She has enjoyed the leadership position of vice Both were honored at the annual Pasadena Independent president of the choir. Wilson plans to attend a university and on opening own School District Shining Stars Gala, which recognizes the top major in psychology. She aims to obtain a PhD in clinical psy- students from each high school and their favorite teachers. chology and eventually own her own practice geared towards Wilson has volunteered with the Madge Bush Transitional youth and young adults. She also hopes to become more fluent nursing home Living Center, having donated and delivered food for in Spanish, in which she hopes to minor. Thanksgiving. Wilson has been involved in a number of Regarding her teacher, Wilson said, “I believe that there are While working as a Dillard ever has any prob- extracurricular activities, including the varsity choir, TMEA people in life who are imperceptibly capable of influencing Certifi ed Nurse Assistant lems or dilemmas, she is you to be inherently better. (CNA), Abbie Dillard be- still able to rely on her for- Mrs. Maureen Nweke was friended a fellow CNA. mer professors from San someone who saw this, and Her new friend was attend- Jacinto College for help. encouraged me, as with all of ing San Jacinto College “I keep in contact with her students, to be better. She with plans of becoming a most of my professors from is a teacher that is genuinely registered nurse (RN), and San Jac,” noted Dillard. “If invested, and is thus destined suggested that Dillard do I ever have a question, I to make a difference. She is the same. always go to them for ad- a teacher who saw me, and “She encouraged me to vice.” genuinely supported me, and attend San Jacinto College Dillard has inspired she is a teacher that I will and become a nurse,” said many at San Jacinto Col- never forget.” Dillard. lege since her graduation. The South Belt “She told me I was smart She is often asked to come Shining Stars will present a series of the students being and had the skills. The only back to the college and problem was I had a fear of give speeches, telling her Abbie Dillard works to achieve her own goals and inspires others to do the same. honored along with their Photo by Calyn Hoerner favorite mentor. This is the needles, but I got over that Continued on Page 6A ninth in the series of 10. quickly.” Dillard enrolled The 10 Shining Stars repre- in classes at the college sent the Top 10 Dobie High while maintaining her po- School students. Information sition as a CNA and soon and photos were supplied by became a Licensed Voca- the Pasadena Independent tional Nurse (LVN). School District. The Leader “Getting my LVN at is also running Top 10 Shin- San Jac helped me earn the ing Stars from Memorial and money I needed to continue South Houston. my education and become an RN,” Dillard continued. During her time at San Ja- cinto College, she found a Esteban inspires Tran to pursue chemistry mentor in Dr. Karen Alex- Alison Tran, one of Pasadena Memorial High School’s president, National Honor Society secretary and Business ander, who served as direc- Shining Stars, is shown with distinguished educator Luz Professionals of America treasurer. tor of the nursing program Esteban, an instructor of chemistry. Tran plans to attend the University of Houston to pursue a at San Jacinto College at Tran has done volunteer work at her school’s theater chemistry major and apply to medical school to achieve her the time. productions, her church, the Houston Food Bank, Zoo Boo, dream career as a pediatrician. She commented about her “Dr. Alexander took the , local elementary schools and teacher, “I have had numerous talented educators through- me under her wing almost nursing homes. out my academic journey who I am very thankful for. Mrs. immediately,” commented She has also participated in many extracurricular activ- Esteban is no exception. She is a very funny, smart and Dillard. “She was the one ities and organizations, including the chamber orchestra, passionate teacher who is willing to go above and beyond who always pushed me to Business Professionals of America, National Honor Society for any of her students. With her teaching, she has taught me continue my education and and National Hispanic Honor Society, with leadership posi- to love chemistry and also inspired my decision in becom- never give up. tions as class vice president, orchestra treasurer and vice ing a chemistry major. I am honored to have had her as my "I went with her to beloved teacher and I am Reno, Nevada for a ser- ready to see what the world vice-learning project, an of chemistry has to offer me experience that helped me as I continue my journey realize I really was on the into college. ” The South Belt right path.” Dillard is still Shining Stars will be pre- working with her mentor, sented in a series of 10 stu- as she is now at the Uni- dents being honored along versity of Houston-Clear with their favorite mentor. Lake (UHCL) preparing to This is the ninth in the graduate with her bache- series of 10. lor’s degree in nursing and The 10 Shining a minor in health manage- Stars represent the Top 10 ment. Pasadena Memorial High “Abbie was a delight School students. The infor- to teach as she worked mation and photos were diligently to retain all the supplied by the Pasadena information that she was Independent School Dis- provided with during the trict. nursing theory and clinical The Leader is also courses,” said Alexander, running the Top 10 Shining who is now the director Stars from Dobie and South of the nursing program at Houston high schools. UHCL. “I found her to be very proactive, positive and zealous to continue her education at the RN level. Gutierrez becomes mentor to Hernandez Abbie’s ability to apply South Houston High School’s Shining Star Samantha earn a bachelor’s degree in biology before applying to the her nursing knowledge to Shantel Hernandez is shown with distinguished educator McGovern Medical School to pursue a career in orthopedics. the fullest in a real time Paul Gutierrez, biology instructor. Hernandez has volun- Regarding his teacher, Ly said, “Meeting Mr. Gutierrez was environment became evi- teered with the National Honor Society and student council. and will continue to be one of the biggest blessings of my dent during all her clinical She has engaged in extracurricular activities including life. In him, I’ve found not only an instructor, but a mentor assignments. Abbie has Health Occupations Students of America, National Honor and a friend. This selfless and jovial individual has inspired Society, National Hispanic Honor Society, Mu Alpha Theta, me to be considerate and amiable, in turn benefiting count- consistently shown pro- Speech and Debate, Key Club, Student Council, Student less other individuals. His personal and professional success gression, and she always Advisory Committee, Certified Nurse Assistant program are so admirable that I can only hope to someday be as strives to raise the bar of and the drill and track teams, with leadership positions as accomplished and influential as the esteemed ‘Delta’. Thank excellence in nursing.” Health Occupations Students of America president, class you for everything you’ve done for me these past two years After earning her Nurse parliamentarian and Mu Alpha Theta secretary. and for everyone’s sake, I hope you never change.” Practitioner License, Dil- Hernandez plans to attend the University of Texas to The South Belt Shining Stars will be presented in a series lard hopes to open her own of 10 students being hon- nursing home. She has been ored along with their favor- passionate about caring for ite mentor. This is the ninth the elderly ever since she in the series of 10. was a child. “When I was The 10 Shining younger my great-grand- Stars represent the Top 10 ma had bladder cancer, so South Houston High School I was always helping my students. The information grandma take care of her," and photos were supplied by said Dillard. “I have always the Pasadena Independent loved elderly people, and School District. that situation made me re- The Leader is also alize how I could help care running the Top 10 Shining Stars from Dobie and for them.” Memorial high schools. Dillard currently works as the overnight charge nurse for the post opera- tion unit at the Bay Area Regional Medical Center. In this position she is in Support Leader charge of all activity and GARNER VISION CENTER advertisers! patients within the unit. If Family Owned & Operated “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” CHURCH DIRECTORY • Treatment of Eye Diseases AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice

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Angela Escamilla and Marc Martinez await their fl ight in Panama. Angela wades in shallow water (above, right) among the starfi sh in Playa Estrella, Panama.

Jasmin Pruneda, Gabriel Rodriguez and Isabela Pruneda enjoy Taino Beach in Freeport, Bahamas. Angela Escamilla, Marco Martinez and son Marc Mar- Shown at the Carnival Breeze cruise ship in Key West, Fla., are, left tinez enjoy the beach in Playa Zapatilla, Panama. to right, Adrian Pruneda, Gerardo Pruneda, Norma Pruneda, Isabela Left, Isabela Prune- Pruneda, Gabriel Rodriguez, Danny Rodriguez and Jasmin Pruneda. da is shown feeding sharks at the Key West Aquarium.

Jasmin Pruneda, Ga- briel Rodriguez and Danny Rodriguez ride a water bike at Blue Lagoon in Nas- sau, Bahamas.

Marc Martinez rides a llama at La Candelaria in Bogotá, Colombia. Huston visits Universal Studios Florida Restaurants to benefi t

Former South Belt CCISD resident Merrick Huston and mother Foundation Jennifer Holliman The Clear Creek Education recently visited Uni- Foundation announced it will versal Studios Flor- host its third annual “Dine ida, located in Or- Out to Donate” event Mon- lando, Fla. Huston day, Oct. 3 and has a record number of 67 restaurants. Par- is the grandson of ticipating restaurants will do- David and Barbara nate a portion of their Oct. 3 Huston who have revenue which varies from 10 resided in the South to 50 percent to CCEF to ben- Belt community efi t the students and teachers since 1974. Huston of Clear Creek Independent is shown above with School District. a wax fi gure of Pres- “This year, the response ident Abraham Lin- to the Clear Creek Education Foundation’s Dine Out to Do- coln. nate has been tremendous,” said Kaci Hanson, CCEF ex- ecutive director. “The com- munity continues to demon- strate its strong support of the Clear Creek Independent School District.” The process is simple – Alonzos enjoy fun in the sun patrons enjoy a meal at a participating restaurant, and restaurant proprietors donate a portion of the proceeds to CCEF. Patrons are encouraged Michael and Melissa to bring the printable fl i- Alonzo recently visited er that can be found on the Punta Cana in the Do- Foundation’s website. A list minican Republic. Both of participating restaurants can be found at www.clear Michael and Melissa creekeducationfoundation. are longtime residents org/dine-out-to-donate/. of the South Belt com- munity, residing in the Sagemont subdivision and volunteer as martial Abbie arts instructors at the Sagemont Community Dillard . . . Center on Friday nights. Continued from Page 5A own story and offering words of encouragement to others following in her footsteps. “The key is that you just can’t give up; you have to reach for the stars,” she says. “There is a light at the end of the tunnel. Your education is worth all Happy 15th Cassandra of the stress and tears.” Cassandra Lazo recently celebrated her Quinceañera in Mexico with family and friends who traveled from Chicago, Los Angeles, Houston, Laredo, Portland and El Salvador. She is the daughter of Jose Shabbat and Grace Lazo from Pearland. Her theme was Superheros which was not an easy thing to do, but with the help of Andy Carlos and Emmotions Events, it surpassed all expectations. Thank you to all who coming helped this be a success. This picture was taken at Castillo Santa Cecilia in Guanajuato. Th e traditional Jewish Shabbat service is rich in songs and melodies. Con- gregation Shaar Hashalom will experience a special musical Shabbat – “Acous- tic Shabbat” - service, featuring Joe Buchanan, on Friday, Aug. 26 at 7:30 p.m. Th e Shabbat will take place at Congregation Shaar Hashalom, 16020 El Camino Real. Th e com- munity is invited to attend. For information contact the synagogue at 281-488- 5861, email csh@shaarha- shalom.org or visit www. shaarhashalom.org. SECTION B Thursday, August 18, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 1 SPORTS & CLASSIFIED Opening weekend nears DIXIE DELI www.southbeltleader.com 364A FM 1959 (between I-45 & Hwy 3) AILY PECIAL JFD, Brook FB eye regular season 281-484-3083 D S – $4.99 Hours: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. 6” PO-BOY, CHIPS & DRINK By John Bechtle downs. Broderick Mar- a turnover. of our sets pretty good. Sports Editor tin and Jeff McCall also “We did fi ne for the fi rst The defense played pret- Roy Shiflett Realtors Roughly eight days stepped up. scrimmage,” Dobie varsity ty well, and I believe we BREAKFAST prior to the start of the The offense protected football head coach Mike created a turnover. All in 281-481-3733 served regular season, the Dobie the football, with no turn- Norman said. all, it’s basically what we Longhorns appear to be on overs surrendered. Mean- wanted to see for the fi rst 8:00 AM “We protected the foot- schedule in preparation for while, the defense created ball and got in and out scrimmage.” Sun.-Thur. 8-10 – Fri.-Sat. 8-11 to All Day the opener – coming Aug. Now it’s on to Clear "The Company You'll Keep" 27 against Summer Creek Brook as the Longhorns BRUNCH BUFFET at Veterans Stadium. Clear Brook hosts will get their fi rst look at Sat. & Sun. 8 AM to 2 PM Dobie accomplished the sparkling amenities at COUPON what it wanted to in the Columbia Challenger Sta- $ Happy Hour All Day Every Day Dobie scrimmage 5 OFF scrimmage opener against dium in Webster. Celebrating “46” years! 2nd Entree – Catering Available – Strake Jesuit. Multiple For those with 9 to 5 Not good for breakfast or brunch Friday, Aug. 19, 8:30 a.m. buffet. Limit 1 per table. Exp. 08/31/16 10906 Fuqua • 281-484-2697 running backs, including jobs, it’ll be hard to make sophomore starter Kris Columbia Challenger Stadium the start. 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Football practice at preparing to play at Dobie really get things going. until you get going. But young men for future ship over the years, the doesn’t become a problem that won’t be easy. Former continue,” Portis said. the intermediate school High School, paving the Our seventh-grade squads overall, I think we have a competition at Dobie High Beverly Hills’ program once school starts. players and certainly asso- “Our incoming sev- level doesn’t begin until way for the next gener- did a great job last season, pretty talented group com- School – the majority of has certainly rivaled those “It really hit me last ciates will likely want to enth-grade class looks the fi rst day of school – ation at the intermediate so we certainly expect the ing in.” them for sure,” Sawyer of Thompson or any of spring when I was asked plan big events. strong, too. So we are ex- Tuesday, Aug. 23. But that level. eighth-grade levels to have The Lions will engage said. the other eight district to lead some of the school Portis wants to focus cited to see what can be ac- doesn’t mean the respec- Lions expect to win again a lot of success.” in their annual Red and “But we have had a lot schools. cheers,” Portis said. “It on football. Like those complished this season. tive coaching staffs at both Since the 1970s, expec- Sawyer also had the White scrimmage Satur- of success at Thompson, Now, as Portis shuffl es was hard to get through at Thompson, the Bears “That fi rst week, it’s Beverly Hills Intermediate tations have been high at chance last school year to day, Sept. 3. and getting that winning through athletic physical some of them without will begin workouts the about measuring talent, and Thompson Intermedi- Thompson Intermediate, get a look at some of the Details in terms of tradition started here never forms and helps those who the emotions coming into afternoon of the fi rst day rhythm and sequence. We ate aren’t already excited with the Lions seemingly incoming seventh-grade food availability and oth- hurts.” still need the appropriate play. But I think at the end of school. On Sept. 3, the get things pulled together about the possibilities. in the mix for football ti- students who attended ei- er concessions are still End of a BHI legacy paperwork completed, he of the day, you know when Bears’ annual Food, Fun every year, and we’ll do it tles on an annual basis. What a special season it realizes it’s the last time your time is complete. and Football extravaganza this year. We are all excited The Battlin’ Bears ther Dixie Mellilo Middle in the planning stages, to get it going.” and Lions were high- For 2016, Lions’ head School or Fred Roberts but the football side of should be at Beverly Hills he’ll have to do these “Our summer numbers will feature plenty for all So Portis’ legendary ca- ly-competitive at the sev- football coach Doug Saw- Middle School during the things will feature sev- Intermediate in 2016. types of things. have been down some, comers. Then it’s on to the reer will come to an end. enth-grade level in 2015. yer and his staff will ex- 2015-2016 campaign. enth-grade scrimmage ac- The focus surely is on He also won’t miss and kids staying involved season. But some things never end, Thompson, in fact, won pect nothing less. He and his staff are now tion at 9 a.m., followed by the Bears winning football fi ghting what has become in the offseason or during “Our seventh-graders and that includes the Bears’ Pasadena ISD crowns at It all starts after school ready to integrate those the eighth-grade action at games, but there’s more an uphill battle on some the spring sessions has did a real good job last desire to win titles. That the seventh-grade B and Aug. 23. The season be- student-athletes into the 10:30 a.m. Sawyer turns news within the program fronts. In years past, more dropped off,” Portis said. year, so we expect that to will live on. both eighth-grade divi- gins in mid September, program. no prospective players that simply cannot be ig- students stayed in tune “It’s all part of keep- sions a season ago. and the Lions plan to roar. “We saw some guys away, so the Lions will nored. and in touch each off-sea- ing connected and being As for the Bears, they, “That fi rst week we are with some pretty good play in the A, B and C di- Head football coach son, taking part in both the ready to go when a new Wolverines, Dobie too, were in title conten- in shorts, T-shirts and hel- size and some pretty good visions this season. Ben Portis, who spent four conditioning program in school year begins. We’ll tion in 2015, appearing in mets for the fi rst few days, speed and quickness, but Beyond that, it’s about years at Thompson Inter- the summer as well as the get there this year, but a pair of PISD champion- so we are really looking you just never know until extending one of the mediate during his career, football camp. we may have some extra tangle at Columbia ship games. forward to that fi rst Sat- you get them in a uniform school district’s longest is about to start his fi nal And more families things to take care of.” A good majority of urday practice (Aug. 27),” and see what they can do. legacies. campaign after more than stayed up to date on the Portis said he simply Continued from Page 1B just want to make sure we those eighth-grade athletes Sawyer said. “Toughness is another “At the end of the day 40 years in education. requisite paperwork, hopes to disappear once ty scrimmage comes at come out of it healthy and from a season ago are now “That’s when we will aspect that is hard to judge it’s about preparing these Under Portis’ leader- something Portis hopes he retires, but he knows 8:30 a.m., followed by the ready to go for that season varsity at 9:30 a.m. Anoth- opener.” er football program from After that, it’s on to Tourney play continues Clear Creek ISD had re- preparation for the regu- served the facility for the lar season opener. Dobie night session. hosts Summer Creek of Some of the goals for District 21-6A on the fi nal Brook VB goes 4-4 at Pearland; JFD winless the second and fi nal scrim- evening of opening week- mage will be the same. end – Saturday, Aug. 27, at Continued from Page 1B with a 14-25, 25-12, 25-14 6A foe Clear Lake ensued. Lewisville Hebron, the ing a 25-17, 25-16 victory. Dobie winless with a 25- For Clear Brook, it’s Staying healthy, of course, Veterans Stadium. Kickoff With Russell pounding victory. This time, Clear Brook defending Class 6A state On the second and fi - 23, 25-20 victory. about keeping some of its is at the top of the list. is at 6 p.m. down sets from fellow Fab Play continued that af- set the tone early and champion, wound up win- nal day of the tournament, Clear Brook and Dobie recent positive momentum But this scrimmage will No disrespect to Sum- 50 team member Jaden ternoon as Clear Brook came away with a 25-20, ning the tournament title Boerne defeated Dobie will go head-to-head Aug. going. be run more like a regular mer Creek, but regardless Newsome, the Lady Wol- took on Coppell. In that 25-23 victory. with a victory over Plano 25-20, 25-21. 19, and then take part in For Dobie, it’s time for season contest, with assis- of opponent, Dobie’s No. verines have played well one, Coppell took the vic- To cap off a splendid West in the championship Dobie played a fi nal the Dickinson Invitational the wins to start coming tant coaches manning their 1 priority is to come out of to start the season. tory at 25-18, 25-19, on day of action, Clear Brook match. match against Converse Aug. 20. More nondistrict after a bit of a slow start to usual spots in the press the fi rst week of the sea- At the 2016 Adidas its way to a 3-0 record in went up against Ridge Lucas Lovejoy, the top Judson, and Judson kept play ensues next week. 2016. box, etc. More attention son with a win. Pearland Invitational, pool play. Point, winning 25-22, 23- overall seed in the tour- will be paid to the kicking Last season, Norman’s Clear Brook went 1-2 in In the fi nal match of 25, 25-17. nament, made the Gold game. fi rst as head coach at Do- pool play the opening day, pool play for the Lady At that point, the Lady bracket quarterfi nals be- “We will increase our bie, the Longhorns were Aug. 11, but then reeled Wolverines, victory came Wolverines had won four fore losing to Amarillo. play selection, but you’re crushed in the opener at off three straight wins on as the locals handed La of six matches and moved Hebron entered play still looking for the same Deer Park. day two. Porte a 25-17, 25-13 set- on to Bronze bracket play. as the No. 5 seed in the basic things,” Norman The varsity team’s fi rst In bronze division ac- back. On the fi nal day of tournament. Pearland, the said. “It’ll be a game sim- win came in game No. 5 tion, the Lady Wolverines The second day of the the event, Highland Park tournament host, won fi ve ulation, giving guys the against Pasadena. That then dropped a pair of Adidas Pearland Invita- handed Clear Brook a of seven matches overall. look and feel of a real wasn’t the goal then, and hard-fought matches on tional was golden for the tough 25-21, 25-20 defeat. JFD at Northside S.A. game. it certainly won’t be this the fi nal day of play. Lady Wolverines, who In its fi nal match of the Dobie, meanwhile, took “Other than that, we time around. To open pool play Aug. scored three wins along tournament, Clear Brook a team building trip to San 11 at Manvel High School, the way. was beaten, 25-17, 25-21, Antonio for the annual the Lady Wolverines faced A 25-21, 25-20 win by Argyle. Northside ISD Invitation- New Braunfels in a morn- over Ursuline Academy It was simply a tough al. Local sports notes ing match, with New got things going before a go of it for each of the The Lady Longhorns Braunfels coming away battle against District 24- 80 teams involved in the enjoyed plenty of cama- Shiflett has JFD season tix Pearland Adidas Invita- raderie and saw some of There’s still time for Dobie High School football tional. the sights of San Antonio, fans to purchase discounted season ticket packages Clear Creek came away but the wins were hard to for the 2016 season. Sports Calendar with the best fi nish among come by. Now through Friday, August 19, from 8 a.m. un- any of the Houston area In an opening-round VOLLEYBALL til 4:30 p.m., Pasadena Independent School District entries, defeating Dawson match, Schertz Clemens Thursday, Aug. 18 2016 football season ticket packages will be on sale in its fi nal match to take defeated Dobie 25-11, 25- Dobie freshman A at Pasadena Invitational, TBA in the PISD Ticket Office, located at 2906 Dabney ninth place. Overall, the 11. Later in the day, Dobie in the Phillips Field House. Individual tickets only Lady Wildcats went 7-1 in went against San Antonio Friday, Aug. 19 will be available after August 19. the tournament. Holmes, with Holmes tak- Brook varsity hosts Dobie, 6:00 For Dobie High School football fans, the packag- Brook JV hosts Dobie, 5:00 es will also be sold at Roy Shiflett Realtors, 11559 Brook freshman A hosts Dobie, 4:00 Beamer Road (the intersection of Beamer and Belt- Brook freshman B hosts Dobie, 4:00 Dobie Longhorns way 8 next to the South Belt-Ellington Leader of- fice) as well as the PISD Ticket Office. Saturday, Aug. 20 2016 Cross-Country General office hours at Roy Shiflett Realtors are Dobie varsity at Dickinson Invitational, TBA 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday in addition Brook varsity at Dickinson Invitational, TBA Boys’ and Girls’ Schedule to 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturdays. Those wishing to Dobie freshman A at Pasadena Invitational, TBA purchase tickets may call ahead at 281-481-3733. Date Location TBA The cost for tickets is $6 each ($36 for six Dobie Tuesday, Aug. 23 games at Veterans Stadium). This is a savings of $1 Brook varsity at Dulles, 6:30 Sept. 9 – Beach Run (Galveston) per ticket off the $7 gate price. There are no reserved Dobie varsity hosts Dickinson, 6:30 Sept. 16 – Deer Park Invitational seats sold. Dobie JV hosts Dickinson, 5:30 Student tickets are also available for $3 each and Brook JV at Dulles, 5:30 Sept. 23 – Running Rayburn Texans may be used for any varsity regular season game at Brook freshman A at Dulles, 4:30 Veterans Stadium. Dobie freshman A hosts Dickinson, 4:30 Sept. 29 – Bulldog Invitational Varsity home games will be played at 7 p.m. on Dobie freshman B hosts Dickinson, 4:30 Fridays and 6 p.m. on Thursdays and Saturdays. Oct. 14 – Pasadena Invitational Dobie will play its season opener at Veterans Sta- Friday, Aug. 26 dium on Saturday, Aug. 27, against Summer Creek. Brook varsity at Stratford, 5:30 Oct. 20 – 22-6As (La Porte) Additionally, the Longhorns are scheduled to play a Dobie varsity at Eisenhower, 5:30 Oct. 29 – Region IIIs (SHSU) Dobie’s Crystal Glover and her volleyball teammates have made their way pair of Thursday night games, first against Memorial Dobie JV at Eisenhower, 4:30 through the fi rst week of the regular season with their fair share of success. Now and then against Sam Rayburn. Brook JV at Stratford, 4:30 Nov. 12 – State (Round Rock) comes a string of nondistrict matches, including a Friday, Aug. 19 road trip to Brook freshman A at Stratford, 4:30 neighborhood rival Clear Brook. Varsity action begins at 6 p.m. SBYSC sign-up continues Dobie freshman A at Eisenhower, 4:30 The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is now accept- Dobie freshman B at Eisenhower, 5:30 ing on-line registration for the fall 2016 season as Brook freshman B at Stratford, 4:30 Cowboys sweep; Dolphins top Rams in openers youth boys and girls age 4 to 18 are welcome to join the league. Tuesday, Aug. 30 It’s only the fi rst week game and then overcame Meanwhile, the South- Children eligible for the under 5 to under 8 (4, 5, Brook varsity hosts Bellaire, 6:30 of the Bay Area Football the junior loss to win both belt Dolphins are off to 6 and 7-year-olds) will pay $115 to register, while Dobie varsity hosts Spring, 6:30 League regular season, but the sophomore and fresh- Missouri City to take on Week 2 games children in the under 9 and under 10 groups (8 and Dobie JV hosts Spring, 5:30 the Sagemont Cowboys man games. the BAFL newcomer Mis- 9-year-olds) will pay $130. Those in the under 11 Brook JV hosts Bellaire, 5:30 and Southbelt Dolphins The Texas City Sting- souri City Vikings. Saturday, Aug. 20 and older (10 to 18-year-olds) will pay $170 to reg- Brook freshman A hosts Bellaire, 4:30 have tons of reasons to rays and Pearland Patriots And the Ellington ister. Dobie freshman A hosts Spring, 4:30 be excited about both the joined the Cowboys as un- Rams, looking for a few Families may register their children by visiting Dobie freshman B hosts Spring, 4:30 present and future. defeated programs head- more wins after a tough Southbelt Dolphins at Missouri City Vikings www.southbeltsoccer.org, and simply follow the The Cowboys have to ing into the second week start against the Dolphins, Hunters Glen Park prompts. After registering on-line, families will be TENNIS be pleased with the start to of the season. will host the League required to present a copy of their child’s birth cer- Thursday, Aug. 18 the season. So it’s on to week two. City 49ers at Dobie High tificate to the SBYSC team coach. Dobie varsity hosts George Ranch, 9 a.m. Heading over to Pas- The Cowboys, with their School. Sagemont Cowboys host North Shore Mustangs Only credit card/debit card payments will be ac- Dobie varsity hosts Dickinson, 4:00 adena High School for a Two Guns Up slogan, As always, game times El Franco Lee Park cepted at the time of on-line registration. A late fee four-game series against will play at El Franco Lee include pee wee play at 8 will be assessed after Sept. 1, 2016. Football the host Pasadena Pan- Park for the fi rst time this a.m.; seniors – 9 a.m.; ju- The registration fee covers/includes uniform Friday, Aug. 19 thers, the Cowboys came season, hosting the al- niors – 10:45 a.m.; soph- Ellington Rams host League City 49ers shirt, shorts and socks in addition to the league-wide Dobie varsity at Brook scrimmage, 10 a.m. away with four wins. ways-tough North Shore omores – 12:30 p.m.; and Dobie High School fundraiser. Parents will be responsible for providing Dobie JV at Brook scrimmage, 9 a.m. The Cowboys’ senior Mustangs. freshmen – 2:15 p.m. shin guards, soccer cleats and a practice ball. (Columbia Challenger Stadium, Webster) and junior division teams Practices begin this month, with games set to cruised to shutout wins, begin in September. Regular season games will be Saturday, Aug. 20 combining for a 60-0 BAFL Week One Scores held on Saturday and Sunday afternoons, either at El Southbelt Dolphins at Missouri City Vikings score. Franco Lee Park or Beverly Hills Park. (Hunters Glen Park, 8 a.m.) The senior Cowboys rolled to a 38-0 win to Sagemont Cowboys host North Shore Mustangs close out the day. In addi- Sr. Jr. Soph. Fr. SBGSA fall ball online sign-up (Blackhawk Park, 8 a.m.) tion to the four wins, the The South Belt Girls Softball Association is now Cowboys also got a terrifi c hosting online registration only through Aug. 21 for Ellington Rams host League City 49ers performance out of their Cowboys 38 22 19 24 its fall developmental season. (Dobie High School, 8 a.m.) pee wee division squad. Girls age 4 through 16 are eligible to compete At Blackhawk Park, during the season, with games being played on Thursday, Aug. 25 the Southbelt Dolphins Panthers 0 0 13 7 Saturdays beginning either in late September or Dobie JV Orange at Summer Creek, campus, 6:00 proved to be too much for early October and running through early November. Dobie JV White at Summer Creek, campus, 4:30 the Ellington Rams. The The fee is $30 per player, in addition to participa- Dobie freshman Orange hosts S. Creek, campus, 6:30 Rams did come away with tion in a fundraising effort (or buy-out option is Dobie freshman White hosts S. Creek, campus, 4:30 a 29-19 victory in the ju- available). Families may complete the online sign- nior division contest, but up process at http://www.active.com/event_detail. Friday, Aug. 26 the Dolphins controlled Dolphins 26 19 31 20 cfm?event_id=2145261. Brook varsity at Bellaire, Butler, 7:00 the action the rest of the For additional information, direct email to way. South- SBGSA officials at [email protected] Saturday, Aug. 27 belt scored a 26-0 victo- Rams 0 29 19 13 or call Christina Bautista at 713-269-1780. Dobie varsity hosts Summer Creek, Veterans, 6:00 ry in the senior division Thursday, August 18, 2016, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Out of the gate fast, Longhorn netters stay busy early on

Continued from Page 1B went on to win 10-9, but players Aug. 13 at Dobie, coming out,” said Moreno, As for the current asked to do. Some of these are likely to remain there. going to be a challenge for like a challenge, and so do scored a big win to help getting that 10th win late the current group of Long- crediting former Long- Longhorns, Moreno be- players weren’t even on Perez has been with the a lot of these kids. But I these kids.” Dobie take the team win. in matches is something horns was dealt a 14-5 set- horn player Dat Nguyen lieves this team, with so the singles ladder in a po- varsity team now for two It’s the kind of victory the that we may have to get back. for his help in getting so little varsity experience, sition to compete a season seasons, and Vargas for Longhorns will have to from a variety of players To be fair, a good num- many former players out can improve with each ago, and now not only are three. Exes turn out en masse have down the road, to say throughout the season. ber of the former Dobie to compete. passing day. they in a position to help, Both are talented play- the least. “Ideally, we want to players have only been “It’s just great to see so “So far, (the season) has but they are playing sig- ers who have contributed Nguyen won the first build a lead in the doubles away from the competi- many of the former play- been a pleasant surprise,” nificant roles.” quite a bit. They have set and then lost the sec- and give ourselves some tive court for a year or so. ers out. It means so much Moreno said. Take the boys’ and played well early on, and ond. She trailed in the breathing room, but that’s And, it’s always competi- to the younger players, “We knew coming into girls’ No. 1 singles players will continue to be asked super tiebreaker but came not always going to hap- tive when this series takes who get to hear some of the season that some play- for example. Ricky Perez to do so. back for a 10-5 win. pen. Bao came through place. the stories and really can ers were going to be asked at No. 1 for the boys and “Leilani has played Moreno said Nguyen with a big win for us.” Moreno, unconcerned gather so much from the to play in roles that they Leilani Vargas for the girls very well, and so has might have realized that In the final, Dobie about the final verdict in experience.” haven’t previously been are sitting at the top and Ricky,” Moreno said. “It’s she held the fortunes of went up against a superior such a family-friendly the Dobie team on her Schertz Clemens team and venue, was happy to see so The Dobie varsity boys’ racket and thus the nerves lost that one 18-1. many members of his past team has roles open for set in. Regardless, Nguyen Coming back to Hous- Dobie teams again. the taking throughout scored the win. ton, Dobie lost to Friends- “We had more than 40 the nondistrict portion “That was big for us,” wood 19-0. Going against this time around, and it of the schedule, and Moreno said. “We actually a group of former Dobie seemed like they just kept sophomore Luis Neira is one of the young players vying for play- ing time. Neira began the season outside of the Longhorns’ top six in boys’ singles play, but he has played well early on and could be one of the players to earn increased court time.

Former Dobie tennis player Ivette Alba was one of more than 40 players who turned out for the Long- horns’ annual exes matches. See more about the event in the Leader following the Labor Day break.

Sun.-Thurs. 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m. -11 p.m. $5 OFF Lunch Specials Steven Phan blasts a forehand return back at his opponent during nondistrict from $5.99 competition to begin the 2016 team tennis season at Dobie. Phan began the sea- At left, Dobie’s Ann Buy one Entree at regular son as the Longhorns’ No. 6 boys’ singles player. Truong prepares to price and get $5.00 off At left, Dobie’s “Big” receive serve during second entree HAPPY HOUR Tommy Nguyen awaits a doubles match at Sat. - Thurs. only not valid with any 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. Dobie High School. other offer or discount. Limit 1 per a serve during match table. Dine in Only after 4 p.m. Not FREE Mini Buffet play at the Longhorn With only roughly a dozen or so girls’ play- valid with Lunch Specials. Courts early this sea- Expires 8-30-16 4 p.m. - 7 p.m. son. 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George Ranch will be at Dobie for a set of matches at 9 a.m., with Katy set 5 Year Labor to appear at 3 p.m. On Warranty Friday, Aug. 19, the Longhorns will face Willis at 2 p.m. Dobie’s • Vinyl annual duel with Clear Kevin Dalley ’76 Dobie Grad • Hardi Board Brook comes Tuesday, Chris Dalley ‘79 Dobie Grad Aug. 23, at 2:30 p.m. Siding Photos by John Bechtle 281-481-9683 REPLACEMENT & STORM WINDOWS CALENDAR Let the THURSDAY, AUGUST 18 bers of alcoholics/addicts, 7 p.m., First United Methodist open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For informa- www.bayareabluegrass.org. 7 a.m. Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., Pasadena, room 208. 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For details, call 281-487- Visitors welcome. Call 281-481-1238 for information. devotional break, lunch, and game. Family members or 10 a.m. 8787. 6:30 p.m. acquaintances are invited. For information, call the church Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of NA, 5:30 p.m. at 713-946-5768; Claudia Rojas, Interfaith Care Partners, open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., Pearland. For information, Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, your CrossRoads UMC – ESL classes Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at the church, 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Course, at 713-682-5995; or visit www.interfaithcarepartners.org. call 713-856-1611. Sundays, 5:30 p.m., Chapel of the Educational Building at books and child care are free. For information, call 281- Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, 11 a.m. Life Church in Houston, 9900 Almeda Genoa. Call 713- 484-9243 or visit www.crossroads-umc.org. Wednesday and Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For women 419-2635 for information or to RSVP for child care. Survivors of Suicide Support Group – offers support and Call the club at 281-480-1911 for details. whose lives are affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., 6:30 p.m. coping skills in a non-threatening environment to adults Noon First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Alcoholics Anonymous – Candlelight Meeting, Sunday, advertising. who have lost a loved one to suicide. For details and loca- Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Group of AA, Pkwy., Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281-487-8787, 6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont tion, call 713-533-4500 or visit www.crisishotline.org. noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, or just drop in. Parkway, Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281- 7 p.m. 12005 County Road 39, Pearland. For information, call 1 p.m. 487-8787, or just drop in. 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MONDAY, AUGUST 22 Houston Space City Lions Club – Meets the second and fourth 10 a.m. Tuesday, 7 p.m., at Luby's (11595 Fuqua). For details, call George needs you! Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays 10 to 11 a.m. Literature Study. In His Malone at 281-438-7243. Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter 8 p.m. through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held We are seeking local volunteers to join our active Volunteer Fire and EMS Depart- information, or just drop in. Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., ment. If you are over 18 and can pass a background check and driving record check, Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday and St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 call 713-204-2481. we encourage you to come join us any Thursday evening at 7PM at our #1 Fire for details. WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 24 Station at 10510 Scarsdale Blvd. If you have no, or very limited training, we will 11:30 a.m. 7 a.m. Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., provide all the training and protective gear upon acceptance. If you have any previ- Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., ous fi re or EMS training, (Fire Department, Forest Service, Military, etc), we can Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop Call 409- 454-5720 for information, or just drop in. in. accept those training hours also. You can visit our website: www.southeastvfd.com Noon 9:30 a.m. to learn more, download an application package and see some of the activities that Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of AA Young at Heart Club – Meets the second and fourth week monthly meets at noon at 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For more information, call (except November and December) at Covenant United Methodist we participate in yearly. Please come to one of our meetings to meet your fellow 713-856-1611. Church, 7900 Fuqua. Lots of activities, trips, etc. Call Doris Byerly at volunteers and join us in this very important and worthwhile activity. Become a val- 3:15 p.m. 713-944-4474 for information. Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech 10 a.m. ued and needed part of our growing community where Neighbors Help Neighbors! therapy for adults with Parkinson's, 3:15 to 4:45 p.m., Clear Lake Clear Lake Bridge Club – Open games Monday, Wednesday and Your community needs you! Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit Friday, 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 www.hapsonline.org for details. for details. 6 p.m. Noon Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Mondays at IHOP, 11222 Fuqua, 6 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of AA Come and improve crossword game playing skills. Call 281-488-2923 meets at noon at 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For information, call 713- for information. 856-1611. Looking 6:30 p.m. 1 p.m. South Belt-Ellington Leader Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – Mondays at St. Hometown Heroes Park – has free Hump Day Dance to practice ball- to sell Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland. room dance, 1 to 3:30 p.m. Wednesdays, 1001 E. League City Pkwy. or lease Enter door next to recycling bins. For details, call 713-865-3668 or visit League City nonresidents must purchase activity card. 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For information, call 713-856-1611. 7:30 – 9:30 p.m., 16020 El Camino Real, 77062. $4/session or $35/10 Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention – Call 281-286-2525 ______Ellington sessions for CSH members and $5/session or $45/10 sessions for (24-hour crisis hotline) for confidential domestic violence/sexual abuse nonmembers. Everyone is welcome. For information, contact 281- support group for women. Visit www.bayareaturningpoint.org for infor- Leader's 488-5861 or [email protected]. mation. ______TUESDAY, AUGUST 23 8 p.m. weekly 7 a.m. Alcoholics Anonymous – meeting at CrossRoads UMC on AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, 8 p.m., 10030 Scarsdale Real Estate First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., in Blvd. For information, call 281-484-9243. the Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or THURSDAY, AUGUST 25 Make checks payable to: section! drop in. 7 a.m. 9:30 a.m. AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include dioramas, First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, in South Belt-Ellington Leader an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. Tuesday Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or just 11555 through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For drop in. 11555 Beamer Road, Houston, TX 77089 information, call 713-472-0565. 10 a.m. Beamer 10 a.m. Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, American Begonia Society – Houston Satellite meets on the fourth 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for After Hours: Use mail slot in Tuesday, Clear Lake Park, 5001 NASA Pkwy. (on the lake side), details. front of building facing Beamer. 281-481-5656 281- Seabrook. For information, call Joe at 281-481-2458. Noon Clear Lake Bridge Club – 299’er games Tuesday and Thursday, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of AA, 481-5656 10 a.m., 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. Call the club at 281-480-1911 for noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For information, call 713-856-1611. details. 6:30 p.m. Noon Kirkwood Civic Association meets at the Sagemont Park Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of AA Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd. For more information call meets at noon, 2245 N. Main, Pearland. For information, call 713- Ericka McCrutcheon at 281-989-9990. 856-1611. 6:30 p.m. Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest CrossRoads UMC – ESL classes Tuesday and Thursday, 6:30 p.m. at Country Club, 2509 Country Club Dr., Pearland. Lunch is $15. Variety the church, 10030 Scarsdale Blvd. Course, books and child care are NNoo JJobob TToooo SSmall!mall! of interesting speakers. For information, call 281-900-7257 or visit na free. For information, call 281-484-9243 or visit www.crossroads-umc. [email protected]. org. 1 p.m. Well Spouse Support Group – meets at CrossRoads UMC, 10030 Ballroom Dance Practice – Tuesdays, Hometown Heroes Park. En- Scarsdale, the last Thursday of each month with those who are the joy a variety of ballroom music, free dancing,1 to 3 p.m., on a beautiful husband, wife or partner of a chronically ill/disabled person, 6:30 to Now printing small-quantity orders! fl oating hardwood fl oor. Instructor available to assist. Everyone is wel- 8:30 p.m. Free childcare provided. No meetings in Nov. or Dec. For come! For questions, call 281-554-1180. 1001 East League City Pkwy. information, contact Jennifer Miller at [email protected] 1:30 p.m. or 713-724-2360, or visit http://www.wellspouse.org. TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – #1530 meets at the Sagemont 7 p.m. Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Rd., 1:30 p.m. For informa- Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group of NA, open meet- tion, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713. ing, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), Pearland, First Presbyterian Clear Lake Bridge Club Lab Class – Sunday and Tuesday, 2 p.m., Church (youth building). For information, call 713-856-1611. CCallall FForor IInformationnformation 16614 Sea Lark, 77062. For details or classes, contact Dr. Glandorf at Al-Anon (English) – Support for family and friends of alcoholics/ [email protected] or call 281-488-6318. addicts, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy., 6 p.m. Pasadena, room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

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Gabriel and Sophia enjoy the history Sophia and Gabriel visit St. George Church of the Roman Colosseum and Flavian in Madaba, Jordan. Amphitheater. Pavalonises see South Dakota Chelsea Pavalonis, daughters Julie and Lila Pavalonis and son Luke Pavalonis recently visited South Dakota on an exciting adventure. While on their trip, the family rode horses and experienced life as a pioneer at the Little House on the Prairie, saw the Lakota Hoop Dancers, took a tram up to Mount Rushmore, went to a mining ghost town, climbed rocks in the Badlands and took a breathtaking drive through the Needles Highway.

Members of the Pavalonis family are shown above with the Lakota Hoop Dancers at the Crazy Horse Monument. Left to right, wearing their bonnets, are Julie and Lila Pavalonis, with their brother in the stroller, Luke Pavalonis.

Shown at left, enjoy- ing the scenery of the Needles Highway in Custer State Park, Custer, S. D., are Lila and Julie Pavalonis.

Julie and Lila Pavalo- nis are shown at right experiencing what life may have been like for an early pioneer at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Homestead in DeSmet, S.D.

Lila and Julie are shown above learning what education was like for children of pioneers at the Laura Ingalls Wilder Memorial Society in DeSmet, S.D.