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Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976 Thursday, January 19, 2017 Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 41, No. 50 Cook-off date announced The 21st annual South Belt Spectacular Cook-off will be held Thursday, April 27, Truck size increases; traffi c decreases through Saturday, April 29, at El Franco Lee Park, 9400 Hall Road. See future editions of the Leader for additional information. Residents near pond construction site complain of soot from brush burn-off Melillo holds garage sale South Belt residents have likely spotted fewer factors, according to Harris County offi cials. to using larger tractor trailers to haul dirt from gin Monday, Jan. 16, but have been postponed to excavation trucks traveling through the commu- The fi rst of three phases of construction has the site, rather than the traditional smaller dump Monday, Jan. 23, also due to weather issues. Melillo Middle School will hold a commu- nity in recent weeks from the site of the future nearly come to a close, with all Phase I excava- trucks. Multiple area residents, particularly in the nity garage sale Saturday, Jan. 21, from 9 a.m. detention pond near Beamer and Dixie Farm tion work now being complete. “Larger loads equals fewer trucks,” said Phase Meadows of Clear Creek subdivision, have com- to noon in the school gym. Items for sale will Road. The decrease can be attributed to multiple Phase II contractors have also now switched II Project Manager Zeke Saavedra, noting that plained to the Leader about soot on their vehicles include clothing, sports/fi tness, toys/games, the county did not require the change. resulting from the burning of trees and brush at household, electronics, furniture, books, out- Rain and inclement weather have additionally the site. County offi cials said the soot was likely door and more. Proceeds will go toward a per- suspended construction efforts at the site on mul- due to fi res not burning hot enough, compounded formance opportunity in New York City for a Moore bids farewell to Durrs tiple days, as contractors are being mindful not with wet weather. Offi cials further said they take group of vocal students led by Melillo Choir to leave area streets full of mud and debris. the problem seriously and would take steps to Director Bridget Bellach. Cash only. To do- Night hauls were originally scheduled to be- address it. nate items, contact Bellach at Bbellach@uarts. edu to arrange a drop-off or pickup. Kirkwood South to meet SJC South art gallery to open The Kirkwood South Committee will hold a There will be a grand opening celebration for College South Campus Gallery curator and art board meeting Friday, Jan. 27, at Judge Jo Ann the new art gallery at San Jacinto College South professor Jeff McGee. “Some of the artifacts on Delgado’s courtroom, located at 10851 Scars- on Friday, Jan. 27, from 4 to 6 p.m. display are around 400,000 years old and come dale, suite 500, beginning at 7:30 p.m. The gallery’s fi rst exhibit opened Jan. 17 and from all over the world. Stone tools are the fi rst will run through Feb. 16. step in a long chain of technological advances HPD chief visits Kirkwood A joint project with the Houston Museum of leading up to our modern, tech-driven world, so New Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo Natural Science (HMNS), Lithic is an interactive this exhibition really highlights the beginnings will visit the Kirkwood Civic Club meeting art exhibition featuring a collection of ancient of human ingenuity. Our intention is to expose Thursday, Jan. 26, at the Sagemont Park Com- stone tools from the HMNS permanent collec- our students and visitors to the offerings made munity Center, 11507 Hughes Road, begin- tion. available to them in the Houston area, to bring a ning at 6:30 p.m. HPD’s Stephen Daniel will “Since last summer, we have been working on bit of the museum experience to their front door, give a presentation on how to survive an active building a museum-quality exhibition for the San and ultimately make the museum a destination. shooter incident. All other civic clubs are wel- Jacinto College community,” said San Jacinto Continued on Page 2A come to attend the function. SJC drive rescheduled JFD student performs at inauguration The San Jac Cosmetology Department’s Dobie High School tion. Spring School Supply Drive, originally sched- junior Garrett Barrien- The performance was arranged by Virtuosi uled to take place Jan. 7 at the Southeast Vol- tos has been chosen to board member Monzer Hourani of MediStar unteer Fire Department, 10510 Scarsdale, has perform with 12 mem- Corporation, who is co-hosting the dinner and been rescheduled to Saturday, Jan. 21, due bers of the Virtuosi of helping to fund the trip, along with Dr. and Mrs. to inclement weather. The event will provide Moore Elementary recently bid farewell to Tom Durr and his wife Brenda Durr, who re- Houston for some of the Garrett Peel and Glenda Perryman, supporters vouchers for free professional haircuts with a tired from the area school this past December. Tom Durr had served as a coach at the biggest names in offi ce of Virtuosi of Houston who wanted to give the style to those who donate $25 or more worth school since it opened in 1980, while his wife worked as a physical education aide. Prior to during the presidential young musicians this once-in-a-lifetime oppor- of school supplies. This year’s event will focus his tenure at Moore, Tom Durr had served as a coach at other campuses in the Pasadena inauguration. tunity. on providing supplies to underprivileged stu- Independent School District. Tom Durr spearheaded multiple events at Moore, including An oboe player for “We recognize that the youth of today are dents at Stuchbery Elementary. The drive will the annual Jump Rope for Heart and Haunted Gym. Photo submitted the Longhorn band, Bar- growing up in a smaller, globally and politically take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For additional rientos, 16, will perform connected world,” Zarine Boyce, president and information, contact Jeanette Wright at 281- at the Black Tie and Boots Garrett Barrientos CEO of Virtuosi of Houston said. “Understand- 922-3406 or [email protected]. Inaugural Gala. Barrientos began playing the ing our political process and experiencing an In- Dogs stolen from local pet shop oboe at the age of 10 and has had multiple place- auguration by being there is crucial to develop- Free self-defense offered ments at region competition since sixth grade ing a child into a responsible citizen.” Three valuable dogs were stolen from the Pet Both suspects were described by the Har- The American Society of Karate will of- and at area competition during his sophomore The musicians – ranging in age from 11 to 18 Place pet shop, located at 13730 Beamer across ris County Sheriff’s Offi ce as being white and fer free one-hour self-defense and martial arts year. – will also be present during the swearing-in at the street from San Jacinto College, during a between 25 and 30 years old. The male suspect courses for teens and adults (ages 13-80) at “To be part of the few that are representing the Capitol. break-in the night of Saturday, Jan. 14. was reportedly wearing a blue Houston Texans the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Pasadena ISD and Dobie High School is a huge Garrett Barrientos is the son of Raul and Kari Two English bull dogs (valued at $3,500 each) jersey, weighing between 150 and 160 pounds Hughes Road, on Fridays from Jan. 20 to May honor,” Barrientos said. “It’s surreal to think that Barrientos and resides in the Kirkmont subdivi- and one Maltese (valued at $900) were taken and had a tattoo above his right eyebrow. The 26, beginning at 7:30 p.m. Under the direction I will be doing what I love at such a historical sion. during the burglary. female suspect was said to be wearing a red Tex- of fi fth-degree black-belt instructor Michael event.” Pasadena ISD drill team members Aylene Es- According to investigators, the incident took ans jersey. Their vehicle is described merely as a Alonzo, the class is not only geared toward the Virtuosi is comprised of some of the top pinoza and Karla Hernandez, from South Hous- place shortly before 9 p.m. Surveillance foot- white four-door compact car of unknown make aspiring martial artist. The self-defense por- young musicians in town. The students will pro- ton and Sam Rayburn high schools respectively, age shows a male being dropped off at the pet or model. tion will be structured so that someone partici- vide music at a private reception and candlelight are also scheduled to perform at the Black Tie store shortly before the break-in. The male is Vaughn said this was not the fi rst time a dog pating for only one class will have a simple yet congressional dinner, leading up to the inaugura- and Boots Inaugural Gala. then shown fi nding a large rock, which he wraps had been stolen from the store. effective strategy against potential attackers. up in a cloth, before smashing in the front door “It’s not the fi rst time, but this was a little too glass in once the coast appears to be clear on much,” Vaughn said. Gulf Freeway closures set Beamer. The store owner is hopeful the episode will Area charter school breaks ground At least one northbound and southbound Once inside the shop, the crook went straight serve as a warning to others. After years of delays, construction crews re- Construction will be broken down into four main lane and frontage road lane on the Gulf to the dogs, before fl eeing the store with the “People should be careful,” Vaughn said. cently broke ground on the new charter school phases. The fi rst phase will be the main building. Freeway from FM-1959/Dixie Farm Road to animals and meeting back up with the getaway Vaughn is grateful for the fast response from to be located on Riverstone Ranch Road at Kirk- The second phase will be a 200-seat natatorium FM-528/NASA Road 1 will be closed daily driver. law enforcement offi cers, who rushed to the sage. for swimming. The third phase will involve add- from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through Saturday, Feb. “I’m pretty sure he’d done it before,” said Pet scene after receiving an alarm call. A branch of the Houston Gateway Academy, ing a third story to the main building. The fi nal 4. Alternate exit and entrance ramps will be Place owner Christie Vaughn. “It looked like he “I appreciate the sheriff’s deputies and the the Elite College Prep Academy – Riverstone stage of construction will be a 1,200-seat stadi- closed. knew what he was doing.” constable’s offi ce for getting here so quickly,” will serve pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. um to be located across the street from the main At least one northbound and one south- Vaughn is confi dent the thief had visited the Vaughn said. “They were here within a couple The three-fl oor 170,000-square-foot campus building. bound main lane and frontage road lane on store with a female earlier in the day to look at minutes.” will include classrooms, offi ces, a band hall, sci- While contractors have 16 months to com- the Gulf Freeway from FM-1959/Dixie Farm the dogs. In addition to the surveillance footage, depu- ence labs, a gym, a kitchen, a natatorium, multi- plete the project, school offi cials are hoping the Road to FM-528/NASA Road 1 will be closed “I’m 99.9 percent sure it’s the same guy,” ties were also able to retrieve fi ngerprints from purpose rooms and a stadium complex. Con- work can be done earlier to ensure the campus nightly from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through Satur- Vaughn said. “They were here for over an hour. the crime scene. Authorities said the crime is struction is expected to cost $31 million. opens in the fall of 2018. day, Feb. 4. Alternate exit and entrance ramps They kept going outside to the car, then back in- being treated as a felony theft due to the large will be closed. The closures are associated side. I thought they were going to try and sneak amount of money involved. The investigation with an ongoing construction project to widen off with the dogs. It just seemed fl aky.” was ongoing at press time. the freeway from three to fi ve lanes in each Investigators agree with Vaughn’s assessment, Anyone with information about this case Longtime SJC professor retires direction and the frontage roads from two to saying the suspect in the surveillance footage ap- is urged to contact the Harris County Sheriff’s three lanes in each direction. pears to be one of the same people in the store Offi ce Burglary and Theft Division at 713-274- earlier that day. 9100. Crohn’s & Colitis meeting The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of Amer- ica (CCFA) Bay Area Support Group will Residents warn of potential scam meet Tuesday, Jan. 24, from 7:30 to 9 p.m. at State Farm Insurance, 12941 Gulf Freeway The Leader has received recent complaints tion to anyone you don’t know. Scammers pres- Suite 101. Patients and caregivers are invited about a possible telephone scam in which the sure people to divulge their bank account infor- to attend. Meetings are free. caller claims to be from a government agency of- mation so that they can steal the money in the fering free grant money that will not have to be account. Always keep your bank account infor- repaid. mation confi dential. Don’t share it unless you Chamber holds event Jan. 23 While it is the fi rst time the newspaper has en- are familiar with the company and know why the The South Belt-Ellington Chamber of countered this particular con, federal watchdogs information is necessary. Commerce will host an educational commu- say it has been happening for several years. • Don’t pay any money for a “free” govern- nity event Jan. 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. According to the Federal Trade Commission, ment grant. If you have to pay money to claim The event is being presented by profession- the scam can also originate from classifi ed ads a “free” government grant, it isn’t really free. A als to guide attendees through job changes, placed in newspapers and magazines, aimed at real government agency won’t ask you to pay a family growth, business growth and retire- luring in potential victims. processing fee for a grant that you have already ment. Informational topics to be included are: In the recent cases reported to the Leader, the been awarded — or to pay for a list of grant- Wealth Management by Edward Jones; Insur- callers, who reportedly had thick Indian accents making institutions. The names of agencies and ance, Today’s Benefi t Solutions; Estate Plan- and claimed to be from a federal grants depart- foundations that award grants are available for ning and Personal and Business Finances. ment, congratulated the persons on the receiving free at any public library or on the Internet. The end of the phone for having been such a good cit- only offi cial access point for all federal grant- Quilt guild plans meetings izen by paying their taxes and having not gone to making agencies is www.grants.gov. The Bay Area Quilt Guild meets the fi rst jail and offered to give them a grant for $9,200. • Look-alikes aren’t the real thing. Just be- Tuesday of each month at Mt. Olive Lutheran In order to claim the money, however, the recipi- cause the caller says he’s from the “Federal Church, located at 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Fel- ent would have to transfer $200 to the caller for Grants Administration” doesn’t mean that he is. lowship begins at 6:30 p.m., with the general fees – an expense they are told will later be reim- There is no such government agency. Take a mo- meeting starting at 7 p.m. February’s guest bursed. The recipients are further told they will ment to check the blue pages in your telephone speaker will be Bonnie Hunter, award winning never have to repay the grant or pay any taxes on directory to bear out your hunch — or not. Former students and colleagues gathered at San Jacinto College South Jan. 12 to honor quilter and bestselling author. Her program is the money. The would-be victims are then told to • Phone numbers can deceive. Some con art- longtime history instructor Kearby Lyde on his retirement after 36 years at the campus. titled Scraps and Shirttails. Guests are wel- not tell anyone else about the exclusive deal. ists use Internet technology to disguise their area Not an original faculty member, he came during the college’s fi rst year of operation and has come. For additional information, call Debby The FTC offers the following tips to avoid be- code in caller ID systems. Although it may look been perennially popular with generations of students. Lyde is shown above at the function Benson at 713-248-8757 or check the website ing falling for the scam: like they’re calling from Washington, DC, they pointing to a photo of his younger self. Photo by Cheryl Bolen at bayareaquiltguild.org. • Don’t give out your bank account informa- Continued on Page 4A Page 2 Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 19, 2017 City holds rate increase hearing In My Opinion The City of Houston lows: point-entex-notice.pdf. Administration and Reg- CenterPoint Energy En- All Motions to Inter- Deaths William Watson warns It was named Kirkmont. That concept ulatory Affairs Depart- tex vene as a party to Hous- needed a lot of things to be successful. ment has announced that Jan. 30, at 6 p.m. at the ton's rate proceedings Patrick “Pat” Pat was most proud of and Mike Ryan; and grand- bank email scam One of the most important things required it will conduct a public City Hall Annex Coun- must be on fi le with the his family and family her- son Andrew Miesch. She water; and that water had to be delivered meeting to consider pub- cil Chambers, City Hall city secretary by Jan. 30, Cummings itage. He loved hearing outlived all of her siblings I thought I should report that there to every home built. It took a while to get lic comments regarding Annex, Public Level, 900 at 5 p.m. stories from the other fam- and was the last surviving is a scam being run on e-mail. I took a all the required things together and then ily members. Recently, Pat member of her immediate copy of the letter to the South Belt Chase it needed someone to manage it. the customer service and Bagby, Houston. For additional infor- proposed rate change for Details information on mation, contact: Alisa moved in with his parents family. and showed it to on the bank personnel, At that time: myself, Mike Clark, Gor- to help with their care, a She is survived by her she verifi ed that indeed it is a scam and don Bevill, Cathy Goforth and Boe Beaty retail gas customers with- the proposal can be found Talley at 832-393-8531 DO NOT click the link. She said that one were elected to the board. Soon we be- in the corporate limits of at:http://www.houstontx. or email Talley at al responsibility he accept- husband; daughter Mary person came in reporting a loss of $700 gan to interview for that manager. Mike the city of Houston as fol- gov/citizensnet/center [email protected]. ed and proudly continued. Frances Wheat; grandchil- and all of the credit card information was Clark and I were in charge of making the Pat will be greatly missed dren Mike Ryan, Tammy compromised. Sincerely, decision of who to pick for the job. The by all that knew and loved Bobbitt, Kaitlin Miesch, William Watson district was in serious trouble from the him. MacKenzie Miesch, Rob- PS. The email letter reads as follows: developer’s lack of care. (That explains Art gallery at San Jac South A memorial service ert Ryan and Michelle Important Message from Chase Online why the 5 of us took control to save the will be held Saturday, Ryan; and great-grandchil- Verify your current information district.) Continued from Page 1A Thursday, Feb. 16, from 2 The exhibition is free Jan. 21, 2017, at 11 a.m. dren. Dear Chase account Holder Mike and I agreed on the same per- I am very excited to host to 4 p.m. Flintknapping and open to the public. at Fairmont Park Church, Services were held on During our regularly scheduled ac- son to be the manager . . . Linda Arnone. the HMNS here at the is the process of chipping Local independent school 10401 Belfast Rd., in La Friday, Jan. 13, 2017, at count maintenance and verifi cation pro- Her job was stressful. It required manag- South Campus Gallery.” away material from high districts, colleges and Porte. Online condolences Forest Park East Funeral cedures, we were unable to verify your ing all water bills, working daily with the The exhibition will fea- silica stones, like fl int, in a universities are invited to account information. maintenance company, the bookkeeping may be left for the fam- Home, 21620 Gulf Free- This might be due to either one of the company, the Board’s requirements as ture artifacts, live demon- carefully controlled man- bring their classes to the ily at www.claytonfuner way in Webster. following reasons: mandated by the state of Texas, working strations, videos and in- ner with special tools to exhibition, and if inter- alhomes.com. teractive activities aimed produce sharp projectile ested, are asked to contact Longtime South Belt 1. A recent change in your personal infor- with the district’s attorney, plus keeping resident Patrick “Pat” mation (i.e. change of address). at highlighting the manu- points or tools. Jeff McGee at jeffrey.mc Leader owners and tenants of 750 homes happy. Thomas Cummings, 63, Mary S. 2. Submitting invalid information during (That last task is the hardest.) facturing of stone tools as Lithic runs Tuesday, [email protected]. obituary policy the initial enrollment process. died Monday, Jan. 9, 2017. After leaving the board, Linda and I be- a creative endeavor from Jan. 17, through Friday, Gallery hours are 9 a.m. Nitschke Obituaries submitted to 3. An inability to accurately verify your ac- came friends. She took on more respon- ancient peoples across the Feb. 17, at the San Jacin- to 6 p.m. Monday through He is preceded in death by coutn information due to an internal error sibility with the Annual BB-Q fund raiser. I globe. to College South Campus Thursday and 9 a.m. to 3 his father Jerome Cum- the Leader within our processors. never had a close friend, but Linda and I Live fl intknapping Gallery, room S15.143 in p.m. on Friday. A closing mings; step-father, Ed- are published free of We demand that you take 5 minutes seemed to click, I loved her attitude, and demonstrations will be the Marie Spence Flick- reception will be held on ward Weiman; and sisters charge. There must out of your online experience and renew we never discussed the business of the held on Wednesday, Feb. 1 inger Fine Arts Center Thursday, Feb. 16, from 2 Christina and Marie Cum- be a South Belt your records to avoid running into any fu- district. mings. Pat is survived by connection. ture problems with the online service. from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., and (building 15). to 4 p.m. I heard many homeowners comment his mother Jane Weiman; Obituaries are edited However, failure to update your records about her and her knowledge of the dis- brothers Jim Cummings will result in your account suspension. trict. to conform to the Once you have updated your account re- Last week Linda celebrated 30 years and wife Janet, David Wei- Leader style. cords your service will not be interrupted with the district. 30 years already?!! I think man and wife Sarah; sisters Mental peace, clarity Kathy Shatto and husband and will continue as normal she raised her kids in the offi ce. One day Following the link below. I walked in and she had boxes of puppies Alf, Mary Bourgeois and Beltway Click here to update your account in her offi ce. They were too young so Lin- husband Gary, Yvonne Thanks for your co-operation. da had to feed them by bottle. There were Kelley and husband Greg; closures set Fraud Prevention Unit event to be held Feb. 1 times we laughed so much we both had and a host of other family At least one inside Legal Advisor to make a run to the bathroom. To help the community guide us in the practice of educational meditation and friends. lane on the eastbound Publisher’s note: There are many sim- I love Linda like a sister. She is so Pat graduated from J. ilar scams. It is a good practice to nev- of Houston start February simple techniques that offer series, “12 Moments: Ex- and westbound Beltway special to me and to the district. It is an Frank Dobie High School er give this information via email. Even honor to have her as my rare and pre- off with mental peace and help in everyday life.” periencing Spiritual and Mary S. Nitschke, 90, of 8 frontage roads from though the document sent may have the cious friend. She is my personal sound- clarity, Alejandro Chaoul Chaoul is assistant pro- Faith Traditions,” designed before attending the Col- Houston, died Jan. 8, 2017. Beamer to South Wayside exact logo, etc, it is normally a scam. ing board; she never lies to me. She’s the is hosting a Bon-Buddhist fessor and director of edu- to help guests experience lege of the Main Land and She was born in Houston will be closed daily from Best to call the business represented and friend I’ve always prayed for, and now I’m meditation at the Rothko cation at M. D. Anderson spiritual practices to quiet, Lee College to become on Jan. 1, 1927, to Anthony 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. through make sure. blessed beyond measure. Chapel, scheduled for noon Cancer Center's Integrative center, expand and renew certifi ed in pipe fi tting I, and Frances Serio. She was Tuesday, Jan. 31. And remember, if an offer seems Congratulations Linda !!!! 30 years for on Wednesday, Feb. 1. Medicine program, an as- their minds. II, III and blue print read- married to Harold Nitschke The eastbound U-turn too good to be true, it is probably TOO the District and 30 years for me. I thank Chaoul, who has been sociate faculty member at The "12 Moments" se- ing. His career consisted for 48 years. She spent her lane on the Beltway 8 GOOD TO BE TRUE! God every day I have “someone to lean of pipe fabricator and pipe days as a homemaker since frontage road at Beamer –Marie Flickinger teaching meditation for the McGovern Center for ries is co-sponsored by on.” more than 20 years, will Humanities and Ethics at Ligmincha Texas Institute, fi tter for various chemi- taking care of her family will be closed nightly from Bonnie Dimicelli cal plants in the Pasadena was very important to her. Bonnie Dimicelli (I recommend buying “The Sacred Sis- lead guests in meditation University of Texas Med- the Jung Center of Hous- 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. through terhood of Wonderful Wacky Women” by from the ancient tradi- ical School and a board ton, M. D. Anderson Can- area from General Petro Mary adored animals, Tuesday, Jan. 31. on Arnone’s 30 years Suzy Toronto, a 103 page book of won- tion originating in Tibet. member and teacher of cer Center and the Rothko Chem and Kellogg Brown especially cats. She took At least one inside lane A concept began some 30 years ago. derful women.) “Alejandro Chaoul shares meditation and Tibetan Chapel. & Root. Pat enjoyed surf- in any and all strays that on the eastbound and west- his experience that med- yoga at Ligmincha Texas To register, and for ing, snow skiing, and play- crossed her path, ensuring bound Beltway 8 frontage itation can be a medicine Institute for the Tibetan more information about ing baseball. He loved the they had a warm place to roads at Pearland Parkway New way for parents to stay in the loop for the mind and a balm Meditative and Healing the Rothko Chapel and great outdoors because he sleep, a good meal and lots will be closed daily (ex- for troubled thoughts and Arts. the full calendar of up- loved hunting deer, ducks of love. She was proud of cluding Sundays) from 9 In an effort to strength- ent assistance, introduces ISD continues to strive to- emotions,” Rothko public He is also an advisor for coming programs, work- and dove as well as salt and being a Texan and of Ital- a.m. to 3 p.m. through Fri- en parent and guardian himself and his new role ward achieving one of its programs and community Rothko Chapel. shops and events, visit fresh water fi shing. Pat’s ian decent. Although Mary day, Feb. 24. education and engagement within the District. key strategies of “ensuring engagement director Ash- The event is a continu- rothkochapel.org or call goldfi sh aquarium gave was of tiny stature she had The closures are asso- opportunities, the Clear He also touches on a mutual understanding and ley Clemmer said. “He will ation of Rothko Chapel’s 713-524-9839. him such peace and tran- a huge personality. She was ciated with the ongoing Creek Independent School few tips and tools parents support through effective quility during his illness. much loved and will be project to widen Beltway District has introduced a can utilize when helping communication” by pro- He also enjoyed watching missed. 8 from Beamer to High- new parent-based web se- students with studying or viding district-level sup- 167 nurses graduate from San football and reading the Mary is preceded in way 288 from two to four ries called “CCISD School homework. port on areas of concern entire daily newspaper. death by sons Jack Bobbitt lanes in each direction. Loop.” Through this new with parents in a more ef- Jacinto to Houston’s health care Each episode will fea- web-series, Clear Creek fi cient way. ture a District representa- Approximately 167 San to become a teacher but I Center. Bridge classes to begin again tive who will dive deep- Sullivan appointed director Jacinto College students really found my niche in “I wanted a career er into important topics became nurses this fall nursing,” said Gonzalez. change because I really Classes at the Clear Charles Hilding will be For information on to help parents navigate of governmental, public affairs after receiving their asso- “I plan to work as a nurse wanted to work in psychi- Lake Bridge Club, 16614 directing games for begin- classes, contact Dave through the school system ciate degrees in nursing while getting my BSN on- atric nursing,” said Minor, Sea Lark, will begin in late ners. Glandorf at 281-488- with the students. Group 1 Automotive, relations, fi nancial ser- (ADN). line.” who plans to pursue his January. Dave Glandorf, There is an open game 6318. In the recently-pub- Inc. (NYSE: GPI), an in- vices and public affairs. Many of the students Spencer Minor worked BSN in the near future. resident teacher, will have on Saturday at 1 p.m. The For information on the lished 2015-16 CCISD ternational, Fortune 500 “As the company navigates plan to transfer to univer- as a special education “Going through the ADN the schedule the fi rst of the lab games are Sunday and club game schedule call Community-Based Ac- automotive retailer, an- complex industry and pol- sities and pursue a Bache- teacher and case manager program at San Jacinto year. He is planning a new Tuesday at 2 p.m. In these the club at 281-480-1911. countability Report, nounced the appointment icy landscapes around the lor of Science in Nursing for eight years after earn- College was tough; the series of advanced classes, games teachers are avail- Partnership information which is centered on crite- of Mike Sullivan as direc- U.S., Mike's legislative and (BSN), while many plan ing his bachelor’s degree nursing fi eld is tough but it and will have two begin- able to help the players. is available. ria local residents identi- tor of governmental and regulatory experience will to enter the workforce from Stephen F. Austin is all worth it.” ner classes. fi ed as important to them, public affairs. help facilitate constructive at surrounding hospitals State University. While San Jacinto College The club offers bridge 36 percent of parents gave Sullivan joins the com- dialogue among our stake- and clinics. Liza Gonza- he enjoyed the teaching offers ADN programs games daily. On Monday, LSA hosts open house the District a “B” in the pany after spending 12 holders in both the public lez gained valuable ex- profession, Minor said he at the Central and North Wednesday and Friday category of providing consecutive years as an and private sectors.” perience at seven clinical found his calling in nurs- campuses and an LVN/ there are open games be- Lutheran South Acad- of the facilities, meet the parent education oppor- elected offi cial, most re- Sullivan currently sites over the course of ing and enrolled in the Paramedic to ADN Transi- ginning at 10 a.m. emy will host an open faculty and have the op- tunities to help parents cently as Harris County serves as a board member, her two years in the San College’s LVN/Paramedic tion program at the South On Tuesday and Thurs- house for prospective fam- portunity to see fi rst hand work with children on Tax Assessor-Collec- or advisory board member Jacinto College ADN pro- to ADN Transition pro- campus. The college also day there are classes for ilies on Sunday, Jan. 29 what Lutheran South is all academics. School Loop tor. He also served three of HCA Healthcare-Gulf gram. At one of the sites, gram. LVN is the acronym offers LVN and Certifi ed players with less than 299 from 2 to 4 p.m. about. will be an accessible re- terms on the Houston City Coast Division, The 100 she watched the birth of a for Licensed Vocational Nursing Assistant (CNA) ACBL points beginning Lutheran South is a Lutheran South is lo- source to strengthen these Council as a representa- Club of Houston, Bay baby and is now consider- Nursing. He is now able to programs. each day at 10 a.m. PreK-12, fully accredited, cated at 12555 Ryewater opportunities by covering tive of the South Belt area. Area Houston Economic ing working as a nurse in work as a registered nurse For more information, On Monday and college preparatory Chris- Drive, near I-45 and Dixie everything from course “We are delighted to Partnership and Camp Al- obstetrics and gynecology. for his current employer, visit sanjac.edu/career/ Wednesday afternoon at tian school, with certifi ed Farm Road. selection and graduation welcome a highly respect- len. “At fi rst, I was studying Harris County Psychiatric nursing. 2 p.m, Mack Meigs and Christian educators who For more information requirements to home- ed, dedicated public ser- He was recently ap- prepare students for high- about the open house and work tips and digital cit- vant of Mike’s caliber to pointed as Commissioner er education and life to be- LSA, contact Lee Ann izenship. our proven Public Affairs of the Texas Military Pre- Local library events set Identity theft, scams, fraud, come the Christian leaders Kerr, director of admis- In the fi rst episode of team,” said Pete DeLong- paredness Commission by Parker Williams Library elder abuse, topics at Triad of tomorrow. sions, at 281-617-5619 or School Loop, Tony Davi- champs, Group 1's vice Texas Governor Greg Ab- The following events are scheduled for the Parker Wil- During the open house, at leeann.kerr@lutheran la, the new director of par- president of manufacturer bott. liams Library, 10851 Scarsdale Blvd.: The Triad meeting is before you Invest” will parents will take a tour south.org. Thursday, Jan. 19, 5 p.m. STEM Time-Chemistry. For set for Monday, Jan. 23, also be presented. ages 8 and older. Some simple chemical experiments that at 10:30 a.m. at Madison Free refreshments will may be done at home will be demonstrated. SSouthouth Belt-EllingtonBelt-El lington LLeadereader Friday, Jan. 20, 1:30 p.m. Interviewing Skills, Resumé Jobe Senior Citizens Cen- be jointly provided by ter in Pasadena. Speak- Parsons House Assisted and Applications The Voice of Community-Minded People Saturday, Jan. 21, 11:30 to 1 p.m. Lunar New Year Cele- er will be Pasadena Po- Living Facility in La Porte bration: The Year of the Rooster, for children of all ages. lice Offi cer Jenkins. and the Paramount Senior Wednesday, Jan. 25, 3 to 6 p.m. The library will be host- Attendees will learn Care Centers of Pasadena. 11555 Beamer 281-481-5656 ing voting for the Texas Bluebonnet Award. If your child how to avoid identity Important handouts will SSouthouth BeltBelt or teen is home-schooled or goes to a school that does not theft, scams, fraud, and also be distributed. Call E-mail: [email protected] participate in voting, a ballot may be picked up from the elder abuse. “Knowledge 713-477-0175 for addi- reference desk from 3 to 6 p.m. is Power” and “Investigate tional information. Davy & Marie Flickinger, owners Wednesday, Jan. 25, 2:30 p.m. Files & Folder Manage- GGraphicsraphics ment computer class Wednesdays, Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays, Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays, Vietnamese Learning Time. Level 2 begins at & 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at 11:15 a.m. and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information on these programs, speak NNoo JJobob TToooo SSmall!mall! with Loc Bui. For more information on these programs, phone the li- PPrintingrinting brary at 281-484-2036. Bracewell Branch Library The following events are scheduled for the Bracewell Now printing small One stop for all your wedding needs: Branch Library, 9002 Kingspoint: Thursday, Jan. 19, 4 - 5:30 p.m. Homework Help Thursday, Jan. 19, 6 p.m. Book Club • Invitations • Reception Cards Saturday, Jan. 21, 10:30 a.m. Computación Básica (Spanish Computer Class) -quantity orders! • Response Cards • Thank You Notes Thursday, Jan. 21, 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. English Learning Saturday, Jan. 21, 12:30 p.m. Lego Playtime • Matchbooks • Scrolls Tuesday, Jan. 24, 10:30 a.m. Baby storytime; 10:30 a.m. Toddler playtime • Napkins Tuesday, Jan. 24, 4 p.m. Homework Help Wednesday, Jan. 25, 10:30 a.m. Toddler storytime; 11 CCallall FForor IInformationnformation a.m. Toddler playtime Wednesday, Jan. 25, Computer courses: 2 p.m. Computer South Belt 11555 Beamer Basics; 3:15 p.m. Internet Basics; and 4:30 p.m. Basic Powerpoint For more information on these programs, call the library 281-484-4337 at 832-393-2580. All events are free and open to the public. 281-484-4337 Bracewell hours are Sunday and Monday - Closed; Graphics & Printing Tuesday and Wednesday - 10 a.m. 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. Thursday, January 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 3 Burnett Elementary names top spellers Thompson spelling bee winners named

The George A. Thomp- son winners for the spell- ing bee competition were two eighth graders, run- ner-up Celeste Ortiz and winner Clayton Goforth. They are shown here with Thompson principal, Dr. Melissa Allen. Goforth will advance to compete in the district spelling bee which will be on Feb. 28. Photo by Kimberly McCalla

Pasadena Little Theatre begins 62nd season

The winners from each class participating in the Burnett El- row) Ashunti Smith, Marquise Williams, Aniya Brannon, Je- ementary schoolwide spelling bee are, left to right, (fi rst row) fry Ordonez, (third row) Kennedy Cavazos, Damaris Ortiz Eric Snell (literacy coach), Angel Valerio, Ashley Cantarero, and (top row) Luis Salazar. Jayden Guerra, Riley Martinez, Jae Lee (principal), (second Photos by Kim Edwards Burnett spelling champ, runner-up set CCISD issues third accountability report The Clear Creek Indepen- school-to-home communica- dent School District has pub- tions, and the number of dis- lished its third annual com- cipline referrals.” munity-based accountability The timing of this report which is centered on third-annual report comes criteria local taxpayers iden- on the heels of the state’s tifi ed as important to them. so-called “What if” A-F rat- This criteria includes the ings of schools based on data quality of the teaching staff, from 2015-16. The state’s student to teacher classroom ratings are based majorly, ratios, course offerings and upwards of 55% of a school’s course advancement, results total grade, on results of the on college entrance exams embattled State of Texas As- and rate of student discipline sessment of Academic Read- and the conditions of school iness (STAAR). Based on a buildings. random sample phone survey “This report highlights our by Baselice & Associates in strengths such as boasting 2014 and 2016, state stan- one of the highest graduation dardized test results rank last rates in the State of Texas, in importance to the CCISD SAT and ACT scores that community. surpass world-wide averag- “We are not surprised by es, and important bond pro- this since our schools and gram improvements that have schools have exceeded the Sybil (Nikki Vanderhoofven), Weetsie (Karen Little Theatre’s presentation of The Cover of made our schools safer for state’s academic expecta- Rush), Tood (Alyssa Luchsinger) and Kate Life. students,” said Greg Smith, tions, and have, for many (Barbara Winburn) are featured in Pasadena Photo submitted superintendent of schools. years,” said Smith. “Our com- “The report also highlights munity expects more from us. areas where we need to im- This report gives an in depth prove upon such as advanced and honest look at how we PLT presents The Cover of Life placement course enrollment, perform every day, not just classroom overcrowding, one day in the spring.” Pasadena Little Theatre, home fi res burning intrigues to understand them while weekends through Feb. 12. Houston’s oldest commu- Henry Luce. He decides that coming face to face with Friday and Saturday show nity theatre in continuous they belong on the cover her own powerlessness in times are 8 p.m. and Sunday AARP Webster area operation, continues its Life Magazine and assigns a man's world. Filled with matinées are at 3 p.m. Tick- 62nd season, the Something Kate Miller to the story. charm and fun, The Cover et prices are $15 for adults to Talk About season, with She has been covering the of Life is a deeply affecting and $12 for students and meets on Jan. 20 The Cover of Life by RT war in Europe and, though story about the struggle for seniors. There is one Thurs- potluck lunch. Members and Winners of the spelling bee competition at Burnett Elementary are shown with litera- AARP Webster Area Robinson. she views doing a "women's self-worth. day show on Feb. 9 which is visitors are asked to bring a cy coach Eric Snell (far left) and school principal (far right) Jae Lee. Ashley Cantare- Chapter 199 will meet at 10 Tood, Weetsie, and Syb- piece" as a career set back, PLT’s presentation of the 2-for-$20 show. dish to share. ro runner-up (second from left) and Jayden Guerra, champion, hold their trophies. a.m. Friday, Jan. 20, at Bay ill are brides in rural Loui- she accepts because it will The Cover of Life features To purchase tickets, Area Community Center, The group also organizes siana in 1943. Each married be her fi rst cover story. Kate well-known actor and di- make reservations or for 5002 E. NASA Parkway in day trips by bus to local area a Cliffert brother. The men spends a week with the Clif- rector Gregory R. Brown, more information call the Seabrook (the large building points of interest at minimal are off to war and a lo- fert women and her haugh- along with an outstanding box offi ce at 713-941-1758, cost. The next day trip will be County taxes could be postponed with a blue roof inside Clear cal news story about these ty urban attitude gives way cast. This production opens or visit www.pasadenalittle Texans who are age 65 tions are theirs to keep,” paid currently,” Altinger Lake Park on the north side of on Wednesday, Jan. 25, to the NASA Parkway). Everyone Dickinson National Weather young wives keeping the to sympathy as she begins on Jan. 27 and continues theatre.org. or older or who are dis- said Chief Appraiser Ro- said. is invited to come to the Service office. Lunch during abled as defi ned by law land Altinger. All deferred taxes and meeting, and to enjoy cof- the day trip will be at Willie’s may postpone paying cur- A fi led tax deferral af- interest become due when fee, cookies and fellowship at Grill and Icehouse. Following Caldwell named SJC Chief of Police rent and delinquent prop- fi davit keeps homeowners the homeowner or surviv- 9:30 a.m. before the meeting lunch, the group will visit the Bruce Caldwell has been sonnel. He was also respon- Enforcement (TCOLE) cer- graduate from the FBI Na- erty taxes on their homes from losing their home- ing spouse no longer qual- starts at 10 a.m. Each month, Pasadena Heritage Park and named chief of police at sible for data collection and tifi cations, including Mas- tional Academy; and Police by signing a tax defer- steads because of delin- ifi es for the exemption. If the group has entertainment Museum. San Jacinto College, bring- analysis, policy revision, ter Peace Offi cer, Crime Executive Development For those interested in join- ral affi davit at the Harris quent property taxes. the tax debt remains un- or a speaker on various topics ing with him more than 30 budget management and Prevention Inspector and from Pennsylvania State of interest to seniors. Every ing the group, annual dues County Appraisal District A pending sale to fore- paid at that time, penalties years of law enforcement planning, and handled citi- Instructor. University. offi ce. close on the homestead’s may be imposed and tax- two months the group has a are $6 per year/per person. potluck lunch. However, one must be a mem- and public safety experi- zen complaints. Caldwell’s education The San Jacinto College Once the affi davit is on tax lien will also cease as ing units may take legal On Friday, Jan. 20, ber of national AARP to join ence. “Chief Caldwell has includes Basic Peace Of- police department serves fi le, taxes are deferred – a result of fi ling a tax de- action to collect the past Al Bennett, Houston Fire any local chapter. Caldwell, who has demonstrated quality lead- fi cer Certifi cation from students, faculty, staff and but not canceled – as long ferral affi davit. due amount. Department Community For more information, served as the interim chief ership abilities over the last the University of Houston guests seven days a week, as the owner continues to In addition, no taxing For more details about Liaison in Public Affairs, will contact Quin Shepperd at 281- of police at San Jacinto Col- year,” said Chet Lewis, vice – Downtown; Leadership 24 hours a day, 365 days a qualify for the exemption. unit can start or continue property tax deferral, speak on fire safety in homes. 486-7770 or Qeshepperd@ lege since December 2015, chancellor for fi scal affairs. Command College gradu- year. For more information Taxes accumulate with 8 a lawsuit to collect delin- contact the Harris Coun- The Jan. 20 meeting is a yahoo.com. will oversee a San Jacinto “I know that he will be suc- ate from Sam Houston State about the San Jacinto Col- percent interest per year. quent taxes once an affi - ty Appraisal District’s College police force of 44 cessful moving forward in University; FBI National lege police department, vis- The law extends the tax davit is fi led. There are information center at Pasadena ISD students chosen full-time offi cers that moni- his role as chief of police Academy Session #242 it sanjac.edu/police. deferral to the surviv- no penalties on delinquent 713.957.7800 or visit the tor all four San Jacinto Col- for our college.” ing spouse of the person taxes during the defer- district’s offi ces at 13013 for all-state musical ensemble lege campuses, 10 exten- Prior to joining the San who deferred taxes on the ral period; however, a tax Northwest Freeway in sion centers and the college Jacinto College police Eight Pasadena ISD stu- Antonio Feb. 8 to 11 as part administration offi ce. He force, Caldwell served 25 homestead if the surviv- deferral does not cancel Houston. Information dents earned top spots with of the 2016 Texas Music Ed- ing spouse was at least penalties that were already can also be found online will also oversee the col- years with the Sugar Land the prestigious Texas All- ucators Association Clinic/ lege’s emergency manage- 55 years old when the de- due. at www.hcad.org under Police Department. He be- State Musical Ensemble Convention. ment department and pro- gan with that department ceased spouse died. “Homeowners with a “Resources > General In- over the weekend, one of the The 2016-17 All-State vide leadership for campus in 1988 as a police offi cer highest honors musicians can students are: Sean Saperstein, “Homeowners who are mortgage on their home formation > Frequently safety, crime prevention, and worked his way up to 65 or older or disabled also should fi rst check with Asked Questions – Tax achieve at the high school Dobie High School Choir, level. Tenor 1; Terry Williams Jr., parking and traffi c control. police lieutenant. His duties should be sure they have their mortgage company to Deferrals.” Information Caldwell is the ninth police throughout his time with applied for and received make certain the deferral is also available on the “We are proud of these Memorial High School Band, students for their hard work Cornet/Trumpet; Nadjalie chief in the history of the the Sugar Land PD ranged the appropriate homestead does not violate the terms Comptroller’s Property and effort to make it to this Santos, Rayburn High School department. from patrol offi cer and evi- exemptions. These exemp- of the deed of trust secur- Tax Assistance Division’s level of achievement,” said Choir, Alto 2; David Gon- “I am honored to be ap- dence handling and submis- tions will reduce tax bur- ing the mortgage on the website at www.window. Linda Fletcher, Pasadena ISD zales, Rayburn High School pointed as the chief of the sion, to police detective and dens, and the tax savings property. Most deeds of state.tx.us/taxinfo/prop director of fi ne arts. Choir, Tenor 2; Jorge Alcocer San Jacinto College police sergeant managing offi cer from homestead exemp- trust require that taxes be tax/. Only 1,700 students were Rubio, Rayburn High School department,” said Caldwell, schedules and conducing selected out of 64,000 state- Band, Cornet/Trumpet; who offi cially assumed the in-depth criminal investiga- wide, who vied for a position Charles Dyall, Rayburn High role on Jan. 1, 2017. “I am tions before moving into the PISD gears up for 1st academy in one of 15 ensembles, in- School Band, Cornet/Trum- excited to continue working lieutenant role. During his Pasadena ISD is gear- ability testing, fi ne arts will receive a certifi cate of cluding band, orchestra and pet; Mariah Martinez, South with the college administra- time with the Sugar Land ing up for its fi rst-ever and athletics, Early Col- completion. choir. The students will rep- Houston High School Choir, tion and the command staff PD Caldwell was named a Community “U” Academy lege High School, person- The academy will meet resent Pasadena ISD as they Soprano 2; and Matthew Li- of the police department distinguished employee. perform with the Texas All- nares, South Houston High to provide quality police Caldwell’s experience – a three-part education- alized learning, security Jan. 25 from 9 - 11:30 a.m. State Band and Choir in San School Choir, Tenor 2. al program that will offer and safety, and career and at the Lewis Career and services to the San Jacinto also includes work as a parents and community technical education. Technical High School; College community.” deputy constable with the stakeholders an inside The goal of Community March 21 from 11:30 a.m. Genealogical group meets Caldwell has been with Harris County Precinct 5 the San Jacinto College po- look at the school district. “U” is to increase knowl- to 1p.m. at Lomax Middle Bay Area Genealogical There is a meet-and-greet Constable’s offi ce, Hous- lice department since April The workshop series edge about Pasadena ISD, School and May 16 from Society hosts Nick Cimino, at 6:30 p.m. and the program ton Community College 2013, when he began as a and Houston Independent will raise awareness about while building a collabo- 5:30 to 7 p.m. at the Ath- professional genealogist, starts at 7 p.m. in the Chapel on Friday, Jan. 27, who will at University Baptist Church, police lieutenant. In that School District. He holds various topics that impact rative relationship with the letic Hall of Fame. To be role he managed investiga- numerous Texas Commis- students, campuses and school district. a participant in the fi rst speak on the Genealogical 16106 Middlebrook Drive, Proof Standard. Ways to Houston. For more informa- tions, assisted with crime sion on Law Enforcement the school district. These The academy will con- Pasadena ISD Community properly prove and document tion, visit www.TxBayAre prevention and training Offi cer Standards and Ed- Bruce Caldwell assumed the role of Chief of Police at San include curriculum and clude with a graduation “U” participant, visit the genealogical fi ndings will be aGen.org or call Kim Zrubek programs, and oversaw the ucation (TCLEOSE), now Jacinto College effective Jan. 1, 2017. instruction, state account- dinner, where participants webpage and apply today. discussed. at 281-992-2636. dispatch staff and other per- Texas Commission on Law Photo credit: Jeannie Peng Mansyur, San Jacinto College Page 4, Section A, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Thursday, January 19, 2017 Avoiding scams . . . Atkinson Principal Week Continued from Page 1A may have been a victim of Over The Back Fence by Alexis could be calling from any- a government grant scam, Awards announced where in the world. fi le a complaint with the Principal Week Award Osaghae, Mohamed Ab- • If you want to reduce the FTC online, or call toll-free, Th is award is given to one delaal, Isabella Cardenas, number of telemarketing calls 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877- or two students per class at Ruben Flores, Alissa Nguy- you receive, place your tele- 382-4357); TTY: 1-866-653- Atkinson Elementary that en, Cesar Garcia, Bree Ren- phone number on the National 4261. The FTC enters Inter- BIRTHDAY GREETINGS TO MARY of the Pasadena Independent School District Thompson Intermediate have shown improvement in nert, Jorge Martinez, Clayton Do Not Call Registry. To reg- net, telemarketing, identity Best wishes to Mary Clark as she cele- celebrate birthdays Jan. 19 through Jan. 25. Sing a chorus of a happy birthday song Jan. either academics or behavior McElhaney, Sadie Dias, San- ister online, visit donotcall. theft, and other fraud-related brates her birthday Jan. 20. Greetings are sent Atkinson Elementary 23 for Sharon Curry. over the nine weeks. dy Armenta and Ismael Ro- gov. To register by phone, call complaints into Consumer to Mary from her husband Chris, other family Sing a happy birthday song to Katy Glass Dobie High Kindergarten driguez. 1-888-382-1222 (TTY: 1-866- Sentinel, a secure online da- members and her friends at the Leader. Jan. 20. On Jan. 19, a double birthday is celebrated Antonio Sanchez, Rebecca 3rd Grade 290-4236) from the phone tabase available to hundreds MIKE ENJOYS A BIRTHDAY Burnett Elementary by Cathy Meek and Lanora McNeil. Special Covarrubias, Jannette Cam- Madison Pham, Noah number you wish to register. of civil and criminal law en- Mike Williams celebrates his birthday On Jan. 23, Janice Merritt celebrates a birthday wishes are sent to Nereida Villafana pos, Cody Guzman, Joseph Sanchez, Max Estrada, Shelby • File a complaint with forcement agencies in the Friday, Jan. 20. Best wishes are sent for a birthday. Jan. 20. Moore, Aliyah Arispe, Beija Gentry, Victoria Gomez, Mi- the FTC. If you think you U.S. and abroad. special day from his co-workers at Central Ace Bush Elementary FACEBOOK FRIENDS Orellana, Christian Jimene, randa Medel, Esbeidy Fonse- Hardware, family and friends at the Leader. Jan. 23 is the day for a birthday party for CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS Kimberly Hernandez and Ar- ca, Dayana Serrano, Linh Luu BIRTHDAY WISHES FOR REBECCA Maria Garza. The Leader sends happy birthday wishes to turo Serrano. and George Nguyen. San Jacinto registration Happy birthday wishes are sent to Dobie Frazier Elementary its Facebook friends who celebrate a birthday 1st Grade 4th Grade graduate and San Jacinto College faculty Rhonda Meredith enjoys a birthday Jan. this week: Joshua Montes, Gabri- Loi Tran, Amy Trevino, still available for classes member, Rebecca (Heeth) Irvine on Monday, 22. Thursday, Jan. 19: Janet Thompson, Lisa el Garcia, Sophia Hewitt, Valerie Pesquera, Santino Jan. 23 from her husband, Steve, and her par- Meador Elementary Gates, Grace Lazo, Stephanie Puyear, Kyle Contreras, Destiny Sid- Perez-Bautista, Jaleny Rive- Registration is underway representative. Financial aid ents, Richard and Nancy Heeth of Kirkwood. The day for a celebration for Maria Brenda Mahoney and Lori Watts; and Friday, iropoulos, Miley Aguirre, ra, Anthony Garza, Diego for the spring 2017 semester at information is online at san BIRTHDAY WISHES TO CLAUDIA Hernandez is Jan. 21. Special birthday wishes Jan. 20: Jeremiah Orsak, Temika Bolar, Jordan Ortega, Jesus Carrillo, Nunez, Ruth Monge and San Jacinto College. Weekend jac.edu/fi nancial-aid. Th e San Claudia Cubos celebrates a birthday Jan. are sent to Joycelyn Woodard Jan 22. Ashley Stephanie Johnson, Mary Belz, Mark Roden Trinity Franks, Sophia Gon- Ryleigh Rodriguez. College courses begin Friday, Jacinto College FAFSA Code 23. Warm birthday wishes are sent to Claudia Boehme enjoys a birthday Jan. 25. and Mary Clark; Saturday, Jan. 21: Traci Fort, zalez, Lilian Tercero, Genesis Allen Nguyen, Stephanie Feb. 3. Registration remains is 003609. from her family, friends and former co-workers Moore Elementary Rudy Trevino, Susan Bernabe, Kim Saucedo, Jimenez and Karla Fernandez. Mosqueda, Genesis Garcia, open for the spring 2017 se- San Jac can assist in choos- at the Leader. On Jan. 19, Sandra Rodriguez enjoys a Karen Harlan, Connie Birmingham and Lisa 2nd Grade Eliazar Campos and Angel STUDENTS NAMED ON DEAN’S LIST birthday. Allen-Bragg; Sunday, Jan. 22: Amber Estrada, mester aft er the payment ing a career path; selecting an London Spell, Precious Armenta. deadline, but all fi nancial obli- area of study; and application, Congratulations to the Baylor University stu- South Belt Elementary Rhonda Meredith, Karen Hatten, Shad Taylor gations incurred aft er the pay- enrollment and registration dents who were named to the Dean’s Academic Linh Moore enjoys a birthday Jan. 19. Send and Mitchal Nordstrom; Monday, Jan. 23: ment deadline not covered by processes. Educational plan- Honor Roll for the 2016 fall semester, having a birthday greeting Jan. 21 to Deborah Edwin. Becky Forsyth, Audi Resendez, Rodney Thiel, fi nancial aid, installment pay- ners are on all campuses to a minimum grade-point average of 3.7 while Stuchbery Elementary Wendy Gray and Bill A. Stevens; Tuesday, CCISD students earn ment plan, third party agree- help students select courses enrolled in a minimum of 12 semester hours. Sing a happy birthday song to Michelle Jan. 24: Renee Lister and Lee Balinas; and ment, or scholarship must be that will easily transfer to a The South Belt students being honored are: Bonner Jan. 20. Join in the birthday fun Jan. Wednesday, Jan. 25: Berri Walker, Kristy top Texas music honor paid on the day of registration. four-year college or university, Oscar Daniel Cruz (School of Music), Jennifer 21 with Juana Valdez. Guzman and Xuan Loan. L. Le, (College of Arts and Sciences), Damian Roberts Middle School LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Twenty-fi ve Clear Creek Clear Brook High School; Students may register and pay or get them the skills they need ISD students, across all Alyssa Estrella, Clear Brook in full up to the start of class. to enter the workforce. Moncada (Hankamer School of Business), Sing a happy birthday song Jan. 22 to Julie Email any occasion, birthday, anni- “Our educational planners Students who are looking Ehinomen Allison Ojeaga (Louise Herrington Lanham. versary, birth announcement, con- fi ve comprehensive high High School; Kyle DuPont, and fi nancial aid advisors are for an alternative to attending School of Nursing) and Alexis Dominique Uribe Beverly Hills Intermediate gratulations, etc. to mynews@south schools, were selected as Clear Falls High School; beltleader. com with OTBF in the subject line. here to help new and current classes during the workweek (College of Arts and Sciences). Send a happy birthday card Jan. 22 to 2017 Texas All-State mem- Christopher Layden, Clear SCHOOL DAZE Amber Estrada. Jan. 24 is the day for a cele- Items must be submitted by Friday noon for bers through the Texas Mu- Falls High School; Shane students navigate the enroll- should consider Weekend The following personnel and staff members bration for Chelsea Hughes Martinez. the next week’s publication. ment and registration process,” College or online courses. sic Educators Association. Stewart, Clear Falls High said Joanna Zimmermann, as- Th ese courses provide another Th is is the highest hon- School; Samuel James, Clear sociate vice chancellor, student option for students who work or a Texas music student Falls High School; Derek services. “We understand that during the week or cannot Frazier second 9-week honor roll announced can receive and earns these Marcum, Clear Falls High not everyone who comes to take classes in the traditional Frazier Elementary has Ramos, Armando Reyes, nilla and Mikayla Castillo. Flores, Lindzey Flores, Juli- Salas and Heidi Sanchez. students a spot to perform School; Hannah Killings- San Jacinto College knows the Monday through Friday for- announced the second nine Haley Rodriguez, Marcus Adrian Corral, Oliver Fa- anne Garcia, Ethan Garivey, Mauricio Serna, Nicholas in one of 15 ensembles worth, Clear Falls High educational pathway they want mat. Students who take week- throughout the band, vocal School; Samuel Enriquez, to follow. Our staff is knowl- end classes via the Weekend weeks perfect attendance and Rodriguez, Noah Rodri- bian, Marvin Gonzalez, Don- Max Garza, Stacie Harris, Soza, Nina Walker and Da- honor rolls for Frazier. guez, Gariella Soza, Nkiruka ovan Harper, Jordan Hernan- Dhailen Hopes, Myran- vid Williams. and orchestra divisions. Clear Lake High School; edgeable and has the resources College program can complete Th e process began with Patrick Soisson, Clear Lake available to help students fi nd an associate of arts degree and Kindergarten Uzomah, Daila Valdez and dez, Landon Kenney, Alexis da Kelley, Tiana Le, Linus Honor Roll Perfect Attendance Ezekiel West. Lazcano, Nayelly Marqueze, Maciukiewicz, Alexandria Kaylie Bui, Juliana Perez nearly 70,000 students across High School; Kevin Chan, their passion.” transfer to the university of Texas auditioning for one of Clear Lake High School; Students are encouraged their choice within two years. Jude Ariza, Emily Armen- Second Grade Kevin Martinez, Nayla Mar- Martinez and Rubi Martinez. and Nicholas Soza. ta, Alexandra Betancourt, Perfect Attendance tinez and Addison Mcaffee. Yaretzi Martinez, Laura Merit Roll these coveted positions, with Kasun Raigama, Clear to apply for fi nancial aid. Online classes are available for only 1,778 students being Lake High School; Yan Hao Students should begin by some basic courses, off ering Benjamin Carter, Matthew Aiden Aguilar, Jermaine Aubrey Mcaffee, Kiara Mata, Ariel Merkerson, Jo- Grace Arriola, Chance Cenobio, Olivia Gaitan-Wil- Bartley, Aaron Baulch, Lali Merkerson, James Moe, seph Meza, Jenny Nguyen, Bess, Loriana Betancourt, selected in the end. Th e all- Wang, Clear Lake High completing the Free Applica- full credit and transferability. state students will now prac- School; Rahul Yesantharao, tion for Federal Student Aid. For more information, visit liams, Kaisen Mericle, Kallie Bowman, Cristian Carter, Krystal Molina, Steven Mo- Luis Ojeda, Avery Owens, Jonathan Carter, Andre Espi- Th ere is no fee to apply, and the San Jac online learning Mericle and Alessandra Paz. Javier Chavez, Uriah Coro- rillo, Diego Paz, Octavio Paz, Andrew Pavalonis, Juliana nosa, Karyme Leal and Heidi tice together over three days Clear Lake High School; assistance is available by con- website. To apply to San Jac, Romeo Plancarte, An- nado, Dylan Corpeno, Alina Angelina Pizano, Delylah Perez, Andre Reyes, Yazmine Sanchez. of rehearsals, directed by na- Hannah Chuang, Clear tacting a San Jac fi nancial aid visit sanjac.edu/apply. nalisa Potter, Alexis Ramos, Farooq, Hunter Ford, Isaiah Ramirez and Amy Rangel. tionally recognized conduc- Lake High School; Lydia Delilah Ramos, Gavin Salter, Garcia and Gabriella Garza. Asia’h Richard, Francisco tors. 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April 19-27, 2017 WANNA WORK? • Luxurious motorcoach • Guided tours Remember When Ask for Joe • Packed itinerary • Feb. 27 deadline Call Laura Hale 218-326-4000 40 years ago (1977) ter it was stolen from the changes in the representa- residence that involved a Williams pitched one year at or Marilyn Roberts 713-947-2388 A pavilion building ap- Sagemont Shell station. tion of the South Belt area. U-Haul truck. Three men UCLA before pitching three proved by the Civic Asso- Two PISD incumbent Longtime Reps. Garnet were at the residence when more seasons at the Univer- ciation Board of Scarsdale trustees were handily re- Coleman and Al Edwards, the deputies arrived. One sity of Texas from 1997 to and a citizens advisory turned to offi ce in a low both Democrats, were left of the men, Fernando Her- 1999. Williams won a sec- committee, to be built on voter turnout election. with little or no political nandez, reportedly consent- ond gold medal with the the park site, was approved 30 years ago (1987) interest in the area, while ed to a search of his home, U.S. Olympic team in 2000. for construction at a cost of Laura Hayes, 15, a Dobie Republican Robert Talton, where deputies found large She then pitched for sever- $14,000. freshman, suffered from a a Pasadena representative, amounts of marijuana. In al years in the professional Harvey Turner was elect- fractured pelvis from a hit gained much of the South all, 12 pounds of marijuana softball ranks. ed as president of the board and run accident. Belt area. was confi scated. Precinct 2 1 year ago (2016) of trustees for Pasadena Lamont Roberts turned Paul Kieft was shot by Sgt. Zerick Guinn said there Dobie High School an- Independent School Dis- himself in after killing his two young white males. were multiple signs that the nounced its fourth class of trict. Dorothy Wells was father, Benny Roberts. Ac- They came from behind his house was used to grow the Hall of Honor inductees. named principal for the new cording to police Lamont vehicle and demanded mon- marijuana. Inductees included bank- Teague Elementary School. had intervened in a quarrel ey, and when he refused, Dobie graduates Trevor er Robert E. Marling Jr. 35 years ago (1982) between his parents result- they shot him. Cobb and Christa Williams (Dobie Class of 1974), re- Houston arson investiga- ing in a “physical confronta- Gene Paul Robertson, were named part of the in- search scientist Dr. Mark tors determined that a fi re tion.” The son went upstairs, 29, a South Belt resident, augural class of 12 induct- Yandell (Class of 1983), JJoinoin uuss oonn FFacebook!acebook! which destroyed a home in obtained a shotgun and re- was sentenced to 10 years ees for the new Pasadena the Rev. Sean Horrigan the 10400 block of Sage- turned to the kitchen where of deferred adjudication and Independent School District (Class of 1984), and Har- wick was deliberately set. he shot his father in the up- 45 days in jail after plead- Athletics Hall of Fame. ris County Constable Phil Robert E. Taylor was ward portion of the body. ing guilty to manslaugh- Cobb, Class of 1989, played Sandlin (Class of 1987) will Get local news and shot on Choate Road while 25 years ago (1992) ter. Robertson was on trial nearly every sport offered at be honored at an induction clinging to his car af- Demolition of three for the murder of Anthony Dobie, but his performanc- ceremony next month at the updates between structures at the Park on Chapin. es as an elusive running high school. The late Carole Fuqua began to make room 10 years ago (2007) back for the Longhorns Stockinger, a longtime En- for Sam’s Wholesale Club Two Harris County quickly earned him a state- glish teacher at Dobie, was issues! on the site. deputy sheriffs, Tommy wide reputation. Following also inducted. Students in the Clear Wilks and Bilsen Espino- high school, he signed with GARNER VISION CENTER Creek Independent School za, wrote at least 737 traffi c the Rice Owls and earned Family Owned & Operated District scored above the tickets in just four months. four letters. Cobb signed as state averages on every por- The majority of the tickets a free agent with the Kan- “We Specialize in Old-fashioned Service” tion of the Texas Assess- came from the intersection sas City Chiefs and made ment of Academic Skills of Dixie Farm Road and the Chicago Bears’ roster in test at every grade. Beamer, where road con- 1994. He returned to Hous- • Treatment of Linda Wayland, daugh- struction was underway. ton to form Helping Hands, Here comes ter of South Belt Justice of David and Marie Flick- a charitable organization Eye Diseases the Peace Howard Wayland, inger (publisher of the that assists children with was preparing for a trip to South Belt-Ellington Lead- special needs. He was se- Tashkent, Uzbekistan, the er) celebrated their 45th lected for the Rice Athletics fourth largest city in the for- wedding anniversary on Hall of Fame in 1998. the bride . . . mer Soviet Union, to teach Jan. 20. As for Williams, she Dr. B.J. Garner English. The family of former arrived at Dobie for the Therapeutic Optometrist 20 years ago (1997) Dobie student Dianne He- 1992-1993 school year and Optometric Glaucoma Specialist Dobie’s Academic De- gar Helms set up a fund to instantly made an impact. Let South Belt Graphics cathlon won the regional help cover medical costs That year, the University • Laser Surgery championship with 45,938 after a New Year’s Eve au- Interscholastic League, the & Printing take care of all your out of a possible 60,000 tomobile accident left her in offi cial governing body of Consultations Laura Garner, points. a coma. extracurricular activities in Registered Optician Linda Krysler, who re- Longtime South Belt public schools, had given printing needs for your special day. sided at her sister’s Sage- resident and former Do- the go-ahead for the sport of meadow home, was awak- bie teacher Gloria Shiffl et softball to be played. In the ened at 3 a.m. by a barking was spared injury after her early summer of 1993, Wil- • Contact Lenses poodle named Teddy who car fl ipped and snapped an liams pitched Dobie to the • Invitations • Envelopes • jumped on her. At fi rst she electrical pole. state championship, then did knocked him away, but then 5 years ago (2012) so again in 1995. Opting to • Napkins • Matchbooks • • Eyewear she heard breaking glass. Harris County Precinct try out for the U.S. Olympic She leaped from the bed to 2 Constable deputies bust- team, a successful endeavor, Melinda McClure, fi nd a fully engaged fi re en- ed a suspected marijuana Williams did not pitch for • Thank You Cards • Optometry Tech gulfi ng their house. Krysler growing operation in the Dobie in 1996. Instead, Wil- woke her sister, and the two 10300 block of Sageberry. liams won the fi rst of two – Serving the South Belt Area for 40 Years – fl ed from the burning house. Deputies responded to a Olympic gold medals. At 15 years ago (2002) call at roughly 8 p.m. after the time, she was the lone 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 11408 Hughes Rd. 281-484-2020 Redistricting in the state a neighbor called to report high school player on the Legislature led to many suspicious behavior at a Olympic team. Collegiately, Thursday, January 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section A, Page 5 Flickingers celebrate 55 years Kramers celebrate 50 years Jan. 20

Jim and Jean Kram- er met and married in Washington D.C., Jean's hometown, while Jim was in the Navy sta- tioned in Maryland. The couple moved to New York, near Jim's fam- ily when he got out of the service. They lived there until 1976 when they moved to Texas. The couple were long- time residents of the South Belt area before they both retired and moved to San Leon. They enjoy traveling in their 5th wheel and plan to continue, they say "as long as life allows." Their children, daugh- ter, Sherrie, who's mar- ried to Gerardo Castro and son, Larry who is married to Kerry, both attended local schools. Both couples live in the area. Granddaugh- ter, Jackie (Sherrie's daughter) is married to Charles Carlock and they are the parents of Kramer's great grand- son, Hunter who lives outside Dallas. They plan to have an im- mediate family dinner gathering. Their 50th anniversary gift to each other is a total bath- room remodel which they plan to enjoy for David and Marie Flickinger, 50-year residents of the South Belt Living nearby is Ellie’s daughter, Natalie and her hus- years. The Kramers area, celebrate their 55th anniversary on Jan. 20. The couple band Jose Abarca, and grandkids Kelvin Lopez and Noah are good friends of the married in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where Marie was born. David and Isabella Abarca. David Flickinger is self-employed at Leader and have been was born in Grand Meadow, Minn. The couple lived in both Flickinger Machine. Fred also works at Flickinger Machine. helpful over the years Council Bluffs and Grand Meadow before moving to Houston David serves on the Clear Brook City Municipal Utility with community proj- in 1966 and to South Belt the following spring. They have two District Board. Marie, along with friend and co-worker ects. sons, Fred and Davy Flickinger. Fred lives in Kingwood with Bobby Griffin, founded the South Belt-Ellington Leader and his wife, Leslie, and daughter Kimberly. Their other daugh- South Belt Graphics. The Leader begins its 42nd year next ter, Courtney (Fairchild) Durham, and husband Chris live in month. Since Griffin semi-retired in 1998, Davy became Houston with their daughter Abigail and son Jackson. Davy Marie’s partner and president of South Belt Press, Inc. A resides in Riverstone Ranch with his wife of five years, Ellie. family dinner is being planned by the couple’s sons. San Jac students get grant for nursing training Nine people took an op- Caldwell said the course pro- gave me insight on where I into the industry. Training cation Exam. portunity to apply for free job vided a perfect opportunity to can go with my certifi cation provides participants with Courtney Melcher, a stay- training at San Jacinto Col- begin working in health care and an opportunity to dive the skills, knowledge and at-home mom, found out just lege, and now it’s paying off. while studying to become a into the healthcare fi eld and abilities to care for residents how easy it was to apply for Moore lists honor, merit, attendance rolls After 12 weeks they are registered nurse. start working while I study of long-term care facilities. TPEG funding to get back Moore Elementary has Natalie Elkins, Alesi Estrada, olas Harris, Alejandro Her- Austin Silva, Cruz Torres and ready to apply for work as “I’m so glad I did this,” nursing.” Those who complete the into the health care work- announced the honor roll for Elijah Garza, Alyssa Gutier- nandez, Sebastian Jasso, Philip Tran. Certifi ed Nurse Aides, thanks said Caldwell, who was hired The CNA course is a part training will be prepared for force. “I had an impulse and the second nine weeks. The rez, Keira Hammond, Jimena Alejandro Jimenez Hernan- Perfect Attendance to the Texas Public Education as a patient care technician by of the health occupations pro- entry-level employment in stopped by the Central cam- following is a list of students Hernandez, Christian Jasso, dez, Keenan Llanes, Dono- Fourth Grade Grant that covered the cost of DaVita dialysis center while gram in the continuing and long-term care facilities, hos- pus, saw the continuing and named to the honor, merit and Anthony Le, Esther Le, Jor- van Luu, Peyton Lynn, Ava Andrea Aguilar, Khnum their training. in the course. professional development pitals, and doctors' offi ces. professional development attendance rolls. dan Le, Ruby Lovo, Orlando Macias and Alia Martinez. Amos, Kalel Arredondo, Aid- CNA course participants She will continue her stud- division and offers a variety He or she will also be eligi- window, was handed a TPEG Perfect Attendance Luna, Trinity Macias Horton Leo Martinez, Damyah en Carrillo, Paris Cervantes, were recently recognized ies in spring 2017 to pursue a of health care courses to train ble to take the State of Texas application, fi lled it out and Pre-K and Jorge Martinez. Mills, Andrew Nguyen, An- Aden Chavez, Nathaniel Che- for their completion. Cesalie degree in nursing. “This class participants for quick entry Certifi ed Nurse Aide Certifi - received the scholarship.” Kyle Le, Lam Luu, Nhi Miah Martinez, Nevaeh thony Nguyen, Jayden Nguy- valier-Manlangit, Eduardo Like many who complete Ly, Katelyn Pham, Hailey McZeal, Mariana Mejia, en, Jathan Obregon, Kai Cuevas, Valeria DeLaGarza, CNA courses, Melcher decid- Sichanh, Chelsea Ta, Jocelyn Faith Molina, Charleston Okonkwoonah, Angela Pena, Kristin Do and Alan Flores. 9 to become CNA after 12-week program ed to continue her studies in Tran and Miguel Valendia Al- Nash, Cayden Patton, Tyler Lindsey Perrett, Jezreel Ra- Cesar Flores, Jose Flores, healthcare by enrolling in the faro. Pham, Anthony Puente, Yam- males and Yvette Ramos. Valeria Garcia Cuevas, Joyce college’s emergency medical Perfect Attendance ileth Ramales, Jesus Ramos, Luke Riley, Tyson Riley, Gossett, Tripp Harris, Leonel technician associate degree Kindergarten Sergio Rios, Andrew Rojas Jesus Rodriguez, Cristo- Hernandez, Madison Hill, program. Vallery Casillas, Arianna and Jessica Rummel. pher Sanchez, Melanie San- Sophia Ho, Luis Ibarra, Laila TPEG provides fi nancial Castellano, Noah Cervant- Madisyn Saenz, Saman- chez, Kimora Shio, An To, Jack, Nia Jackson, Jorge Jas- assistance to participants in es, London Freeman, Jaelyn tha Salazar, Sophia Sauceda, Jenna To, Kian Ton, Emily so and Kayla Lam. the form of need-based schol- Jimenez, Maximo Martinez, Taylen Sayles Galloway, Ste- Tran, Lauren Turner, Julian Joseph Le, Vance Le, Pablo arships to train in continuing Bang Nguyen, Ethan Nguyen, phen Swanner, Jennifer Tan, Vasquez and Aidan Veitia. Lopez, Kate Magana, Bobby and professional develop- Trieu Nguyen and Quy Tran. Marlee Tillman, Arianna To, Honor Roll Maldonado, Brissa Marro- ment courses at San Jacinto Perfect Attendance Katie Tran, Chrisopher Wick- Fourth Grade quin, Natalie Martinez, Joshua College. First Grade liff and Isaac Zamora. Anthony Almanza, Dil- Medina, Alejandra Munoz, A limited number of Lilah Aguayo, Khalia Honor Roll lon Steve, Anneliese Good- Charles Nash, Riley Nguyen scholarships are awarded Allen, Juan Alonso, Benja- Third Grade rum-Toth, Vivian Tran, Na- To and Jacky Nguyen. on a fi rst-come basis during min Arbing, Zadie Battar- Piper Battarbee, Aiden talie Martinez, Riley Nguyen Ryan Nguyen, Isaac Pena- the fall and spring semesters bee, Naomi Burton, Julian Cabrera, Jaslynn Chavez, To, Tahllon Provost, Julian do, Timothy Pham, Mariela only. For most eligible cours- Chavez, Krew Duong and Morgan Hill, Donovan Luu, Ruiz, Isaac Penado and Jordi Quirino De La Fuente, Mar- es, the grant covers the entire Christopher Flores. Matthew Murica and Christo- Zamudio. tin Ramos, Tariq Riley, Jael cost of tuition. Students may J’Den Fontenot, Edgar pher Sanchez. Merit Roll Rivera, Gerardo Ruiz, Emeli be responsible for purchasing Garcia-Cuevas, Johnathon Merit Roll Fourth Grade Salazar and Hunter Stacey. books and/or supplies. In ad- Garza, Alfredo Gonzalez, Third Grade Charles Nash, Faith Gar- Sophy Swanner, Jacob dition to CNA, other courses Jayden Lam, Ava Lopez, Shea Kevin Chau, Grant Garcia, cia, Laila Jack, Ryan Nguy- Tagle, Rendi Taylor, Phillipq include medical offi ce pro- Lominac and Nina Lowtan. Anson Huynh, Peyton Lynn en, Khnum Amos, Caitlyn Tran, Vivian Tran, Maria Val- fessional, Microsoft Offi ce Aiden Ly, Emmery Lynn, and An Ton. Tran, Johan DeLaPaz, Joseph dez-Colvin and Jordi Zumu- computer training, bank tell- Kobe Magana, Noah Obre- Perfect Attendance Le, Rendi Taylor, Kristin Do, dio. er, accounting specialist and gon, Evan Orozco, Jacob Third Grade payroll certifi cation. Phan and Toryn Provost. Jalynn Alix, Londyn Au- For more information re- Damian Ramos, Emilia- gust, Katelynn Binns, Brian South Belt garding TPEG-funded job no Servin, Jade Tagle, Ethan Bui, Christian Carbajal, Kev- Graphics & Printing training programs and the Tran, Khoa Tran and Israel in Chau, Jaslynn Chavez, Jor- Nine San Jac students became CNAs thanks to funding son, Cesalie Caldwell, Pshauvon Hadnot and Roshan CNA course at San Jacin- Yanez Gutierrez. dan De Robles, Cooper Estes One stop for all your printing needs. by Texas Public Education Grant. Show here are, left to Maknojia; and Laura Martinez, coordinator of skills to College, visit sanjac.edu/ Perfect Attendance and Amanda Fernandez Bou- • Business Forms • Business Cards right, Ellen Poxon, San Jacinto College CNA instructor; training with the Continuing and Professional Develop- continuing-professional-de Second Grade journe. • Custom Letterheads & Envelopes • Wedding Invitations CNA course graduates Courtney Melcher, Diana Arre- ment division at San Jacinto College. velopment/grants/tpeg or call Isabella Alvarez, Adeliz Ethan Garay, Angel Gon- • Thank You Notes • Menus • Directories and much more! dondo, Jordan Thierry, Carlos Medrano, Sharon John- Photo by Jeannie Peng Mansyur, San Jacinto College 281-478-3636. Barahona, Yerik Casillas, zales, Mia Gutierrez, Nich- 11555 Beamer 281-484-4337 CHURCH DIRECTORY AAttendttend thethe churchchurch ofof youryour choicechoice

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Ap- lege or university or enter defi ed the odds to fi nd suc- ed by her colleagues for her the Hispanic Alliance of Col- proximately 30,000 students the workforce with the skills cess in her science career, and work as an instructor and a leges and Universities. She each semester benefi t from a needed to support the grow- she “accepts the challenge” department chair. We have a also serves on the San Jacinto support system that maps out ing industries along the Texas to help others do so as well. strong faculty body, and her College STEM Council. a pathway for success. Gulf Coast. For this tenacity, Garcia persistent contributions and Garcia earned her bache- The college offers seven San Jacinto College grad- is this year’s Minnie Stevens positive attitude mark her as lor’s degree in chemistry and areas of study that prepare a uates contribute nearly $690 Piper nominee and Faculty an outstanding example of biology from Houston Bap- diverse body of students to million each year to the Texas Excellence Award recipient exhibiting the college values tist University and doctorate transfer to a four-year col- workforce. for San Jacinto College. and fulfi lling the mission of degree in inorganic analytical “I vividly recall my ex- student success.” chemistry from the Universi- periences in college where I Each year, Garcia submits ty of Houston. Her career has had to navigate my path on a report on science outreach taken her across the globe to my own,” said Garcia. “Many and receives a grant from the study electron donor acceptor students attend college part Greater Houston Section of compounds in Osaka, Japan. time due to family and work the American Chemical So- She has been invited to serve obligations. I share my story ciety (ACS) to purchase sup- on a national grant review with them, and I personally plies for chemistry demon- panel in Washington, D.C. accept the challenge of re- strations. The ACS has also “I often hear from students moving all looks of defeat in awarded her a grant to fund a that they never ‘got’ chemis- the classroom whenever I am STEM Expo for young chil- try in high school,” said Gar- discussing a diffi cult topic. I dren. cia. “I take those statements have been in their shoes and Garcia also presents to to heart and accept the chal- encourage them to never give sixth grade girls at the Ex- lenge of getting the students up.” panding Your Horizons con- to love chemistry as much as When it came time to ference each year, and this I do.” think about college, Garcia past October, she organized San Jacinto College chose chemistry, a tradition- a chemistry conference to Surrounded by monu- ally male-dominated career address the cost of textbooks ments of history, industries Pasadena ISD Board of Trustees Kenny Fernandez, sec- Sullivan, president; Marshall Kendrick, member; Vick- fi eld. At fi rst, Garcia strug- and other instructional re- and maritime enterprises of retary; Jack Bailey, member; Dr. DeeAnn Powell, school ie Morgan, assistant secretary; and Mariselle Quijano, gled some with her college sources. In February 2017, today, and the space age of superintendent; Fred Roberts, vice-president; Nelda member. Photo by Reesha Brown, PISD courses, worked part time, she will present on an inter- tomorrow, San Jacinto Col- and commuted 60 miles a day vention initiative to help low- lege has been serving the cit- to get to college. Her experi- er student withdrawals at the izens of East Harris County, ences later shaped her advo- Texas Community College Texas, since 1961. PISD’s Powell recognizes board cacy for students. Teachers Association Confer- As a fi scally sound insti- When it comes to sup- As elected offi cials, they are our teachers, parents, and implementation; “Rachel advocates for ence. tution, the college currently porting the school system, the voice of their communi- students,” said Dr. DeeAnn • Pasadena ISD being our students in and out of Before becoming a de- holds bond ratings of AA and the Pasadena ISD Board of ties, serving fi rst and foremost Powell, Pasadena ISD school named a state demonstra- the classroom,” said Dr. Ann partment chair at San Jacinto Aa2 by Standard & Poor’s Trustees are the all-stars of the in the best interest of Texas superintendent. tion site for blended learning Cartwright, chemistry profes- College, Garcia served as a and Moody’s, respectively. school district. school children. “Board members shoulder under the Raising Blended sor and science, technology, professor of chemistry. She San Jacinto College is a 2017 These seven individuals “Even though we are mak- critical responsibilities and Learners initiative; engineering and mathemat- represents the College at the Aspen Prize for Community Dr. Rachel Garcia is this year’s Minnie Stevens Piper nomi- volunteer countless hours to ing a special effort in January often make diffi cult choices,” • Earning a Met Standard ics (STEM) coordinator at Greater Houston Partnership, College Excellence Top 10 nee and Faculty Excellence Award recipient for San Jacinto serve the district’s 56,000 stu- to show appreciation to our Powell said. “Their ultimate rating from the Texas Educa- San Jacinto College. “She is the League for Innovation fi nalist and an Achieving the College. Photo by Jeannie Peng Mansyur, San Jacinto College dents, 8,000 employees and its board members, we realize goal is always focused on tion Agency, with eight cam- community members. January their many contributions re- the future success of the chil- puses receiving all distinction is School Board Recognition fl ect a year-round commit- dren in our district. It’s more designations; Month and the Pasadena ISD ment. They generously give important than ever before • Raising the graduation family will join school dis- of themselves to ensure that that the public supports our rate to 89 percent; tricts across the state to thank decisions directly affecting schools so that today’s stu- • Securing, in conjunction these local leaders for their our local schools are made dents are prepared to be pro- with the grants department, dedication and willingness by representatives of this ductive citizens and the lead- more than 27 grants totaling $8 to serve as advocates for our community, people who are ers of tomorrow.” million for district programs; children and public schools. close to our schools and know Board members are elect- • 40 Early College High ed by local constituents and School graduates earning as- play a crucial role in govern- sociate degrees; ing the district. Working col- • Red Bluff and Turner laboratively with the school being named “Let’s Move! superintendent, staff, parents, Active School National award students, and community winners; members, the board estab- • Pasadena Memorial be- lishes a vision for the district, ing named Best High School adopts a strategic plan to in America by U.S. News and achieve that vision, looks for World Report in the bronze opportunities to move the category for the second con- school district forward and secutive year; remain united in shaping the • Earning multiple state quality of education for chil- and international business dren. awards for fi nancial transpar- To achieve these goals, the ency; board is visible in the commu- • Opening two campuses nity, and can be sited at cam- to create space for classroom puses, community functions learning as a result of the and small group gatherings 2014 school bond; seeking input about matters • Providing a Community that impact the district. On a “U” Academy to give parents formal level, the board hosts and community members an monthly meetings to make inside scoop of the school dis- diffi cult decisions that affect trict; students and staff. • Having a board with a In addition, board mem- combined total of over 120 bers attend training sessions years serving the district; to stay informed about chang- • Implementing the 1-to-1 COUPON es in federal regulations and technology initiative; educational trends. Board • Securing $42,276,453 in $ FOUNDATION REPAIR members also serve on vari- high school scholarships for 200 OFF OR ous community, service and 2016; and civic organizations and are • Increasing the number (on jobs $2,500 & up) SEWER REPAIR members of area chambers of Advanced Placement tests Not valid with any other offer. One coupon per house. of commerce, Rotary Clubs, taken over the years to 6,171, Optimist Club, Lions Club, with 292 scholars. PTO’s and local churches. 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April 12 Baton Rouge (2) 3 p.m. Thompson 8th Dark girls at Miller, 5:00 April 21 *Blinn (2) 3 p.m. Thompson 8th Light girls at Miller, 6:15 The Dobie High School softball program is celebrating the start of its season April 25 LSU-Eunice (2) 2 p.m. Thompson 7th Dark girls at Miller, 5:00 Saturday, Feb. 4, by hosting an alumni game at Lady Longhorn Field. Dobie San Jacinto College softball head coach Kelly graduate Katie Lee (above) won’t be able to play as she will begin her senior Thompson 7th Light girls at Miller, 6:15 May 4-7 at Region XIV tourn. TBA Saenz is set to lead the Coyotes into action begin- season at the University of Dallas that same day, but perhaps a few of Lee’s for- ning Jan. 27 as the team looks to get back to the Beverly Hills 8th Dark boys host Queens, 5:00 May 17-20 at NJCAA Champs. TBA mer Dobie teammates will make an appearance. Any former players interested national tournament. In 2016, SJC reached the Beverly Hills 8th Light boys host Queens, 6:15 in competing in the game may direct email to Lady Longhorns’ head coach * Region XIV game quarterfi nals at nationals. Beverly Hills 7th Dark boys host Queens, 5:00 Robin Rackley at [email protected]. Beverly Hills 7th Light boys host Queens, 6:15 Thompson 8th Dark boys host Miller, 5:00 Thompson 8th Light boys host Miller, 6:15 Lady Longhorns go 2-2 at PNG Thompson 7th Dark boys host Miller, 5:00 With two wins at the semifi nals a season ago. a goal in the fi nal four sec- both ends of the fi eld. We Thompson 7th Light boys host Miller, 6:15 Port Neches Groves In- Jasper, which downed Do- onds for a 3-1 win. really do have a nice mix vitational Jan. 12-14, the bie 3-1, was the Class 4A In the 2-0 win over of newcomers to go with Tuesday, Jan. 24 Dobie varsity girls’ soccer state fi nalist in 2016. West, Alex Magana scored proven players, and we are Dobie varsity girls at West Brook, 7:00 team stands at 3-4 through After those losses, the for the Lady Longhorns, getting some good things the fi rst two weeks of the Lady Longhorns came as did Victoria Chu on a done. Brook varsity girls at Clear Falls, 7:00 season. back to defeat Victoria beautiful pass from Emily “I wasn’t sure how Brook varsity boys host Clear Falls, 7:00 The road ahead won’t West 2-0. In the tourna- Hernandez. things would come togeth- Dobie varsity boys host West Brook, 7:00 get any smoother, but ment fi nale for Dobie, a The Lady Longhorns er offensively after we lost Dobie JV boys host West Brook, 5:30 Lady Longhorns’ head 6-1 rout came over Liv- came up big offensively so much to graduation, but coach Bryan McDonald ingston. against Livingston, win- it’s looking like we have Brook JV boys host Clear Falls, 5:30 cites many reasons for In the 3-0 loss to PNG, ning 6-1 as Magana and the players in place to Brook JV girls at Clear Falls, 5:30 optimism as the District McDonald said the game Garcia scored twice each. be able to do some solid Dobie JV girls at West Brook, 5:30 22-6A playoff chase soon was actually much closer Mystique Ortega and Her- things.” Dobie sophomore boys host West Brook, 5:30 gets under way. than the fi nal score indi- nandez also scored goals. Dobie has a remaining Brook sophomore boys host Clear Falls, 5:30 Dobie opened the reg- cated. With reference to the nondistrict game Jan. 20 ular season with a 1-0 A couple of defensive two defeats, McDonald at Dawson, and the 22-6A Brook freshman A boys host Clear Falls 4:00 victory over Clear Brook miscues allowed the Lady said that while the compe- season kicks off Jan. 27 Dobie freshman A boys host West Brook, 4:00 but then lost games to Indians to score a pair of tition was certainly tough, with a trip to Beaumont Dobie freshman A girls at West Brook,, 4:00 Atascocita and Klein Col- early goals. his team did battle until West Brook. Brook freshman A girls at Clear Falls, 4:00 lins – both legitimate play- From there, Dobie had the very end in both. District newcomer Deer off threats – at the Humble to try to force the action “We are creating more Park, which easily defeat- Dobie freshman B boys host West Brook, 4:00 ISD Invitational. up top to get back into the scoring chances, but we ed Dobie 4-0 in the fi rst Brook freshman B boys host Clear Falls, 4:00 Fast forward a week, game. While there were so far have not been able round of the playoffs in Dobie freshman B girls at West Brook, 4:00 and Dobie found itself in chances to score for the lo- to capitalize on as many as 2016, is the clear favorite the mix at the Port Nech- cals, PNG came away with we would like,” McDon- to win the title. La Porte, Wednesday, Jan. 25 es-Groves Invitational. the shutout. ald said. also a newcomer to 22-6A, Dobie lost games to Lesly Garcia scored for “So that is a positive has started strong. Beverly Hills boys at 7th Light tourn., Jackson, TBA host PNG and Jasper, Dobie against Jasper, but for us. We are getting the But McDonald believes Thompson boys at 7th Light tourn., Jackson, TBA but that’s nothing to be the Lady Longhorns found chances, and our time will the Lady Longhorns can Beverly Hills boys at 8th Light tourn., Southmore, TBA ashamed of. themselves in a 2-1 hole come when more of them compete with any of the Dobie varsity girls’ soccer head coach Bryan McDonald has seen his team go Thompson boys at 8th Light tourn., Southmore, TBA PNG, which defeated late. Then, Jasper land- will fi nd the net. teams, and would love to 3-4 through the fi rst two tournaments this season. Yet with a blend of youth Dobie 3-0, made its way ed another chance on a “I like some of the see his team make another joining some talented veterans, he believes the best is yet to come as the Lady to the Class 5A Region III counter attack and notched things we are doing in playoff run. Longhorns near District 22-6A play. Thursday, Jan. 26 Beverly Hills boys at 7th Light tourn., Jackson, TBA Thompson boys at 7th Light tourn., Jackson, TBA Dobie varsity boys’ soccer continues strong start to 2017 campaign Beverly Hills boys at 8th Light tourn., Southmore, TBA Thompson boys at 8th Light tourn., Southmore, TBA Continued from Page 1B District 21-5A. ganized team that we have the fi nal 10 minutes or so. has paid off,” Manrique a team that Dobie could For now, Dobie has the faced this season,” Man- Nava then created a foul said. eventually see in the bidis- upper hand. rique said. in the box in the fi nal stag- “We started that year Friday, Jan. 27 trict playoff round out of “They were the best or- “They were neat on es, with Saldivar convert- with a lot more seniors Dobie varsity girls host South Houston, 7:00 both ends of the fi eld ing the penalty kick for the than we have now. I have Brook varsity girls host Clear Creek, 7:00 and played solid defense. fi nal margin of victory. just nine now, but the Brook varsity boys at Clear Creek, 7:00 They’re maybe not as ex- Dobie 0 program has really come plosive on the offensive Vista Ridge 0 together the way we had Dobie varsity boys at South Houston, 7:00 end, but defi nitely a play- Getting to bed late and hoped. Dobie JV boys at South Houston, 5:30 off team.” rising early, the Long- “It’s still all about win- Brook JV boys at Clear Creek, 5:30 Brian Nava scored fi rst horns substituted freely in ning in the end, and we Brook JV girls host Clear Creek, 5:30 for the Longhorns deep in a 10 a.m. start against Vis- haven’t won anything this the fi rst half, and Sabino ta Ridge, which resulted in year yet. But the guys Dobie JV girls host South Houston, 5:30 Lozano made it 2-0 with a scoreless tie. have done everything we Dobie sophomore boys at South Houston, 5:30 about 30 seconds left in The Longhorns used have asked of them and Brook sophomore boys at Clear Creek, 5:30 the fi rst half. the game as a chance to really had some solid suc- Brook freshman A boys at Clear Creek 4:00 Kingwood had its get playing time for any- cess. So far, we have to Dobie freshman A boys at South Houston, 4:00 chances, but hit a post on one who made the trip like where we are.” a shot try that would have but had yet to see time on North Shore next Dobie freshman A girls host South Houston, 4:00 provided a 1-0 lead for the the fi eld. In all, Manrique Manrique watched Brook freshman A girls host Clear Creek, 4:00 Mustangs. utilized about 25 players North Shore in action at Dobie freshman B boys at South Houston, 4:00 Manrique said things over the three games. the Lake Travis tourna- Brook freshman B boys at Clear Creek, 4:00 might have played out a bit “Vista Ridge is another ment. Still very talented, differently if Kingwood good, solid team,” Man- but a different team than would have struck fi rst, rique said. “The big thing the one that ended Dobie’s SOCCER but instead Longhorns’ is we didn’t surrender a 2016 season with a 1-0 Friday, Jan. 20 netminder Ramon Cahue goal. The defense has real- loss in the regional quar- Dobie varsity girls at Dawson, 7:00 notched his third shutout ly played well to open the terfi nals. Brook varsity boys at La Porte, 6:00 of the young season. season. The Mustangs will host Dobie 2 “We’ve gone against Dobie Friday, Jan. 20, at Dobie varsity boys at North Shore, GPISD, 6:00 Lake Travis 0 playoff caliber teams ev- Galena Park ISD Stadium. Brook varsity girls host Brazoswood, 5:00 Almost from the open- ery match so far and have After that, it’s all Dis- Dobie JV girls at Dawson, 5:00 ing kickoff, Dobie knew come through big time.” trict 22-6A action for the Dobie JV boys at North Shore, GPISD, 4:00 it was in for a huge test The Longhorns have Longhorns, who begin league play Saturday, Jan. Brook JV girls host CCISD tourn.,TBA against a big, physical and begun the 2017 season just fast Lake Travis team. the way they had hoped. 28, against Beaumont West Dobie spent the morn- Manrique thinks Alief Brook at Veterans Stadium Saturday, Jan. 21 ing visiting the state cap- Elsik is the favorite for in Pasadena. Brook JV girls host CCISD tourn.,TBA itol and even enjoyed a the Region III title until “Obviously we would photo opportunity with proven otherwise, but the like to beat North Shore, Senator Sylvia Garcia, Longhorns have certain- but I want to see a compet- Friday, Jan. 27 who represents District 6. ly established themselves itive game where maybe Dobie varsity girls at West Brook, 7:00 2016 state all-tourna- once again as a contender. they try to expose a weak- ness of ours, and then we Brook varsity boys at Clear Falls, 7:00 ment team picks Marcelo It’s really more than Mitre and Luke Thompson Manrique could have have a chance to respond,” Dobie JV girls at West Brook, 5:00 Manrique said. were as advertised. hoped for when he took Brook JV boys at Clear Falls, 5:00 “We have done very Manrique said the Cav- over the program prior to well at answering the chal- aliers came out of the gate the 2014 season. Those in- lenge, but we know North Saturday, Jan. 28 pushing the action. Still, coming freshmen are now Shore is a quality oppo- Dobie varsity boys host West Brook, Veterans, noon the Longhorns were up to seniors, and what a ride its nent that represents our A four-year starter, Sabino Lozano (23) has trig- the challenge. been. Senior Edwin Saldivar has continued his strong sea- Dobie JV boys host West Brook, Auxiliary, 10 a.m. gered the Longhorns’ offense from his spot on the last test before district play. son to this point after a summer injury threatened Raul Hernandez scored “To me it’s just been We are looking forward to fi eld. Now, he hopes Dobie can continue its recent fi rst for the Longhorns in a lot of hard work that to hamper it. Instead, Saldivar has been a big con- dominance in 22-6A action. it.” tributor to Dobie’s 5-0-1 start. Thursday, January 19, 2017, South Belt-Ellington Leader, Section B, Page 3 Dobie girls’ track and field’s Knight-Gray off to Goose Creek ISD Longtime Dobie girls’ up coaching and working dents in every grade class they had as when she was sity of Houston. Dobie has come to an end, more than 10 years. Now, has been before and feels Knight-Gray, and there’s track and field and cross- with young people. This would likely repeat the leading the show. But the Lady Long- but contributed greatly to she’s basically going comfortable. Sounds like really no fault in wanting country head coach Tina was just something that same message. “Continue to work hard horns have been very the Lady Longhorns for home, a place where she a great career move for to be home. Knight-Gray has resigned worked out quickly.” “It wasn’t just the and do what you’ve al- strong in the sprint re- her position and is now at Knight-Gray said the cross-country and track ways done out there on the lays for several years and Baytown Lee High School prospect of talking to and field kids, but the kids track and never lose sight should again be solid. as girls’ campus athletic many of her student-ath- I had in the classroom as of the goals that we have There are other indi- South Belt area sports, news briefs coordinator. letes at Dobie about her well,” Knight-Gray said. set for each season. vidual athletes who should Beginning this fall, move was too much to “It’s tough to leave a “The ultimate goal was give the Dobie program an Knight-Gray will also handle. good situation like that always to make it to state, excellent chance to com- SBHLL offers late baseball registration, tryouts oversee the Lady Ganders’ Some of the Lady with great kids.” and I know they still have pete with the likes of La The Sagemont-Beverly Hills Little League has finished off regular registration proceedings, but there track and field program. Longhorn freshmen told As for the upcoming those goals.” Porte, Beaumont West are still a pair of late registration opportunities that will coincide with tryouts for the upcoming spring 2017 Knight-Gray was in Knight-Gray they wanted track and field season, Dobie lost Justice Hen- Brook and Deer Park for season at El Franco Lee Park. the midst of her 11th year her to stay at least through Knight-Gray hopes the derson, a state qualifier in the District 22-6A cham- Those ages 3 and 4 (born between Sept. 2012 and Jan. 1, 2014) may register for $150 per player, while with the Lady Longhorns, their senior year. But Lady Longhorns continue the long jump. She is now pionship come early April. those ages 5 to 16 (born between May 2000 and Aug. 2012) may register for $200 per player. There is a $5 having helped develop Knight-Gray knows stu- to focus on the same goals competing at the Univer- Knight-Gray’s time at discount for families registering more than one player. many regional qualifiers in both track and field and Dobie grads named all-academic at UMHB SBHLL will also host its sixth season in the Challenger division, which is designed to allow disabled cross-country during her children between the ages of 5 to 18 to enjoy the game of baseball in a safe environment. Registration in the time with the program. More than 500 student- 2016 NCAA Division III To be eligible for ASC 3.0 cumulative grade point Challenger division is free of charge. Her husband, Terry athletes from 13 member national championship All-Academic honors, average as certified at the Tryouts and late registration will be held both Saturday, Jan. 21 and Saturday, Jan. 28, from 9 a.m. to noon Gray, was a longtime staff institutions have been rec- squad, including quarter- student-athletes must be conclusion of the academ- and 1:30 to 3 p.m. member at Lee who re- ognized by the American back Blake Jackson and classified academically ic semester in which the All registering families must provide a copy of the player’s birth certificate, to be kept on file. Families tired in December after 13 Southwest Conference on receivers Reginald Cole as a sophomore, junior, ASC sport championship must also provide three current forms of residency, such as driver’s license, voter registration, utility bills, etc. years, and she is assuming its 2016 Fall All-Academ- and Michael Collins. senior or graduate student is held. SBYSC seeks age specific girls’ competitors his role. ic honor roll. The teams were an- during the competition The Mary Hardin-Bay- Knight-Gray, who pre- The list of honorees nounced by the ASC of- season and have been in lor football, volleyball, The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is seeking female players born in 2005 to compete on a newly- viously coached at Lee be- from the University of fice Jan. 17 and also in- attendance and completed men’s soccer and women’s formed U-12 team, with play beginning in early March. fore coming to Dobie, said Mary-Hardin Baylor in- clude men’s and women’s at least one academic year soccer teams combined to Those interested in competing on this team may contact coach Jerry Garcia at 832-875-0111 to learn she was actually attending cludes three Dobie High cross-country, football, (two consecutive semes- place 66 student-athletes more about tryouts, registration, etc. In addition, the South Belt Youth Soccer Club has begun league wide a varsity girls’ basketball School graduates and men’s and women’s soc- ters) at their institution. on the fall All-Academic online registration. Visit www.south beltsoccer.org for details. game during the Lady members of the Cru’s cer and volleyball. They must also have a squads. Gander Invitational in No- vember when approached about assuming her hus- Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD Pasadena ISD band’s role at Lee. From there, decision- Intermediate Girls’ Hoops Intermediate Girls’ Hoops Intermediate Boys’ Hoops Intermediate Boys’ Hoops making and conversations at both locales ensued. It Through Jan. 9 games Through Jan. 9 games was simply the right move Through Jan. 16 games Through Jan. 16 games for the Grays. Dobie High School 8L Records District Overall 7L Records District Overall 8L Records District Overall 7L Records District Overall principal Franklin Moses was unavailable for com- Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T ment at press time. San Jacinto 3 0 0 6 1 0 South Houston 3 0 0 5 2 0 Beverly Hills 4 0 0 5 1 0 Park View 2 1 0 5 2 0 But Knight-Gray said South Houston 2 1 0 3 4 0 Beverly Hills 3 1 0 3 4 0 Southmore 2 1 0 5 2 0 Southmore 2 1 0 4 3 0 Mo Hickman, also a long- time multi-sport assistant Southmore 2 1 0 3 4 0 Southmore 1 2 0 1 6 0 San Jacinto 1 2 0 4 3 0 South Houston 2 1 0 3 4 0 coach at Dobie, will take Park View 1 2 0 1 6 0 Park View 1 2 0 3 4 0 South Houston 1 2 0 2 5 0 Beverly Hills 2 2 0 4 3 0 over as the head coach of Beverly Hills 0 4 0 0 7 0 San Jacinto 0 3 0 0 7 0 Park View 0 3 0 2 5 0 San Jacinto 0 3 0 1 6 0 the girls’ track and field program on an interim ba- sis. Game Scores Game Scores Game Scores Game Scores Knight-Gray added that Thompson 37, Bondy 33 Miller 31, San Jacinto 12 she spoke to Hickman Miller 41, San Jacinto 39 Thompson 63, Bondy 39 prior to making her move Southmore 31, Beverly Hills 25 Beverly Hills 36, Southmore 20 Beverly Hills 57, Southmore 44 Miller 34, San Jacinto 31 final in an effort to ensure Miller 33, San Jacinto 22 South Houston 33, Park View 15 South Houston 60, Park View 45 Southmore 53, Beverly Hills 48 the Dobie girls’ track and field program is in good South Houston 36, Park View 10 Bondy 29, Thompson 21 Thompson 67, Bondy 42 South Houston 45, Park View 28 shape going forward. Queens 33, Jackson 24 Jackson 19, Queens 16 Queens 50, Jackson 37 Jackson 19, Queens 14 Also, Knight-Gray said she is hopeful that Hick- man will be able to take Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T over the girls’ cross-coun- Thompson 3 0 0 7 0 0 Bondy 3 0 0 7 0 0 Thompson 3 0 0 6 1 0 Thompson 3 0 0 7 0 0 try program on a full-time Miller 3 0 0 6 1 0 Jackson 3 0 0 7 0 0 basis. Bondy 2 1 0 4 3 0 Bondy 2 1 0 6 1 0 However, Hickman is Bondy 1 2 0 4 3 0 Thompson 1 2 0 2 5 0 Queens 2 2 0 2 5 0 Miller 2 1 0 4 3 0 also a longtime assistant Queens 1 3 0 3 4 0 Miller 1 2 0 3 4 0 Jackson 0 3 0 0 7 0 Jackson 1 2 0 2 5 0 coach in the volleyball program, which runs con- Jackson 0 3 0 2 5 0 Queens 0 4 0 2 5 0 Miller 1 2 0 4 3 0 Queens 0 4 0 0 7 0 currently with much of the cross-country season. 8D Records District Overall 7D Records District Overall 8D Records District Overall 7D Records District Overall As for the Dobie girls’ track and field program at Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T Zone A W L T W L T present, preseason work- San Jacinto 3 0 0 4 3 0 San Jacinto 2 1 0 4 3 0 San Jacinto 3 0 0 7 0 0 Beverly Hills 4 0 0 6 1 0 outs are under way now Southmore 2 1 0 4 3 0 Park View 2 1 0 4 3 0 with the first meet just South Houston 2 1 0 5 2 0 San Jacinto 2 1 0 5 2 0 about a month away. Beverly Hills 2 2 0 3 4 0 South Houston 2 1 0 3 4 0 Beverly Hills 2 2 0 3 4 0 Southmore 1 2 0 3 4 0 With Hickman still in- South Houston 1 2 0 1 6 0 Beverly Hills 2 2 0 3 4 0 Southmore 1 2 0 2 5 0 South Houston 1 2 0 3 4 0 volved with girls’ basket- Park View 0 3 0 0 7 0 Southmore 0 3 0 3 4 0 ball, Dobie assistant coach Park View 0 3 0 1 6 0 Park View 0 3 0 2 5 0 staff member Kristin Tol- ley is working with the Game Scores Game Scores Game Scores Game Scores track and field team. Perhaps on the surface, Miller 15, San Jacinto 10 Miller 16, San Jacinto 7 Thompson 68, Bondy 31 San Jacinto 38, Miller 15 the timing of Knight- Southmore 26, Beverly Hills 17 Beverly Hills 19, Southmore 17 San Jacinto 46, Miller 25 Beverly Hills 30, Southmore 24 Gray’s exit doesn’t look South Houston 16, Park View 12 San Jacinto 19, Park View 18 Beverly Hills 49, Southmore 21 South Houston 33, Park View 28 good, but there’s really never a great time when Thompson 38, Bondy 34 Bondy 33, Thompson 18 South Houston 43, Park View 22 Bondy 37, Thompson 36 opportunity knocks. Queens 29, Jackson 10 Jackson 40, Queens 24 Queens 39, Jackson 29 Queens 28, Jackson 18 “That’s (timing) one of the things Mr. Moses and I discussed,” Knight- Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T Zone B W L T W L T Gray said. “There’s not Thompson 3 0 0 7 0 0 Miller 3 0 0 7 0 0 Thompson 3 0 0 7 0 0 Bondy 3 0 0 6 1 0 always perfect timing for a change, and this was one Bondy 2 1 0 6 1 0 Bondy 2 1 0 5 2 0 Bondy 2 1 0 4 3 0 Thompson 2 1 0 6 1 0 of those. Queens 2 2 0 5 2 0 Thompson 2 1 0 4 3 0 Queens 2 2 0 3 4 0 Miller 2 1 0 4 3 0 “It was an opportunity Jackson 1 2 0 2 5 0 Jackson 1 2 0 2 5 0 Jackson 0 3 0 0 7 0 Queens 1 3 0 1 6 0 that I had to take. I have seven to eight years to go, Miller 0 3 0 3 4 0 Queens 0 4 0 0 7 0 Miller 1 2 0 3 4 0 Jackson 0 3 0 0 7 0 and I’m not ready to give

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281-481-4184 Member South Belt-Ellington Chamber Graphics & Printing Page 6, Section B, South Belt-Ellington Leader, January 19, 2017 Clear Brook, Dobie boys’ hoops Longhorn, Trojan trainers team up, give to support cancer research The South Houston and Dobie High School Sports Medicine programs united ton’s annual Trunk or Treat event. join JFD girls in fi rst-place push during football season to donate over $600 to the Houston Methodist Cancer Cen- “The donation will be used by Houston Methodist Cancer Center to develop ter. the latest treatments and therapies for patients,” said Jenny Chang, M.D., Emily Continued from Page 1B but La Porte wound up at Dobie Jan. 13 gave the The contribution was made in honor of cancer survivors and those who have lost Hermann Chair in Cancer Research and director of the Houston Methodist Cancer up with the big win to stay with a four-point lead Lady Deer sole possession the fight against cancer. Center. within reach of Dickinson, entering the fourth quar- of first place in the league. “As athletic trainers, we provide treatments to student athletes, and we are mak- “We are deeply grateful to the Pasadena ISD students whose generosity and which has opened District ter before the Longhorns In the loss, Dobie’s ing this donation to assist in research and treatment for cancer,” said Michelle philanthropic support further strengthen our momentum to develop new research 24-6A action at 6-0. hung on for the win. Jade Giron had 19 points, Nettles of the South Houston Sports Medicine Department. advances,” Chang said. The Wolverines, who Royce Hunter had a while Alexis Oses added Students at both campuses raised funds during a varsity football game between “It’s wonderful to see the spirit of giving alive and well in these gracious young are currently alone in sec- game-high 22 points for 11. South Houston and Dobie, a South Houston volleyball game and at South Hous- students.” ond place at 5-1, will host the Longhorns, while Jon- Shanyce Cabrales con- Dickinson Fri., Jan. 20, to athan Cooper (13 points) tinued her sharp shoot- close out the first half of and Jeremy Williams (11 ing from the outside with league play. The varsity points) contributed on the a trio of 3-pointers for game will tip off at 7 p.m., offensive end of things. nine points, and Victo- at Wolverine Gymnasium. Jeremy Davis contin- ria Onozie had seven re- Clear Brook’s victory ued to excel on the back- bounds. over Alvin helped off-set a boards, yanking down Fast forward to Jan. 17 tough loss to Clear Springs nine rebounds for Dobie. as the Lady Longhorns on Friday the 13th. The Longhorns also hammered La Porte 55- In that one, the Char- came up with a solid effort 28, moving to 7-1 in 22- gers won the overtime Jan. 13 at Deer Park. 6A play, just a game be- session 9-8, handing the With a big 14-5 third- hind the Lady Deer. Wolverines their first loss quarter push, Dobie went The Lady Longhorns in District 24-6A action on to defeat the Deer 56- now must survive road by a 70-69 count. 49 as Hunter had 13 points games at Memorial and Dobie boys now 5-1 and Williams added 11. at West Brook, but it ap- Wins are wins, at least Dobie now has back- pears the locals are in that’s the way teams have to-back home games great shape to compete the to view things when deep- coming against Memo- entire way for the eventual ly engaged in district com- rial and Beaumont West crown. petition. Brook. Brook girls get a win The Dobie varsity boys Then comes a game at The Clear Brook var- basketball team, aiming at South Houston, a contest sity girls’ team is playing the 22-6A championship the Longhorns seemingly from behind after winning this season, hasn’t been must win in order to keep just twice in the first round dominant in many of its their 22-6A title hopes in- of league play. 22-6A contests. tact. But the Lady Wolver- Yet, at 5-1 after a 57-55 Lady Horns roll on ines did open the second road win at La Porte Jan. Similar to the story of half of 24-6A action with 17, the Longhorns are just the Dobie boys’ team, the a 32-28 victory at home a game behind undefeated Lady Longhorns may find against Alvin, moving to South Houston, which has themselves needing to 3-5 in the standings. set the pace at 6-0. beat Deer Park on the road The biggest hurdle for The seesaw game at La on the final day of the reg- the Lady Wolverines is Porte saw the hosts jump ular season to have a shot that the current playoff out to a 19-9 lead after at first place. contenders are all at least Those lending a helping hand during the Houston Methodist Cancer Cen- Pasadena ISD, Bianca Compean, Karina Santos, (back row) Troy McCarley, eight minutes. It’s simply the way two games ahead of them ter fundraising effort included, left to right, (front row) Dobie staff athletic Pasadena ISD associate superintendent; Jessica Pfannstiel, South Houston The Longhorns re- things have gone to this with just six to play. trainer Ruth Gonzales-Grasty, Valeria Lomas, Evelyn Chun, Yuliana Buen- staff athletic trainer; Carlos Munoz, Jesse Lopez, Dobie staff athletic trainer; sponded in kind with a point in District 22-6A, Clear Lake is currently rostro, Myriam Gaspar, Myrna Baker, Methodist Cancer Research represen- Aaron Smith, Rolando Arana, Emily Lloyd and Michelle Nettles, South Hous- 17-7 second-quarter run, where Deer Park’s 57-47 fourth at 5-3. tative; Mariah Colin, Cathy Supak, Methodist Outreach Athletic Trainer for ton staff athletic trainer. Wilson’s no-give, no-quit outlook pays off with UMHB By John Bechtle dominated at Beaumont safety as the Cru went He may or may not ered, Wilson says the time The National Football Sports Editor West Brook in the bidis- 11-2 overall, losing to have played his final com- will come. When it does, League loves the fast- To say Reggie Wilson trict round, Wilson went Linfield in the third round petitive football game at he may never take it off, est and strongest but also has taken the long road searching for colleges in of the playoffs. a big-time level and is he said. those who jump the high- during his collegiate foot- the spring of his senior During that 2015 sea- still considered the top- While Jackson’s career est and leap the furthest. ball career is, to be honest, season. son, Blake Jackson, Wil- performing quarterback at is done at UMHB, Wilson Pro opportunities are slim an understatement. He wound up at Alcorn son’s former teammate at Dobie in at least a dozen has one season remaining. for any collegiate player, The important part? State. But after just one Dobie, also saw consider- seasons. He’s had a great deal of much less a Division III Wilson, a 2011 Dobie season, Alcorn State’s able time at quarterback. But what to make of success, but isn’t about to player. High School graduate, is head coach was relieved While Wilson is a Wilson? Quite honestly, rest now. Wilson has no grand about to don an NCAA of his duties, meaning the school grade older than he’s a self-made stand- “Honestly, we just want illusions about playing Division III football na- scholarships of Wilson Jackson, both also were out. to pick up where we left beyond UHMB. He sim- tional championship ring, and other players were left standout athletes at Bever- Despite being essen- off this season and go out ply knows that even with and he still has a chance to hanging in the balance. ly Hills Intermediate, and tially pushed out at Al- there and chase a second one national title ring on play for another of those Two collegiate football their friendship dates well corn State and missing national title,” Wilson its way, his ability to con- title rings next season. seasons ensued without beyond that. two complete seasons, he said. tribute as a member of the No offense to Wilson, Wilson seeing a field. Fast forward to his sea- continued to believe in his “I know the coaching Cru is not over. He will be but he wasn’t exactly a With the help of a rec- son as Jackson and Wil- dream of playing colle- staff expects nothing less back for more come the 5-star prospect coming ommendation of then Do- son played big-time roles giately. from us, so the work has 2017 season. out of Dobie in the spring bie varsity football head as the Cru went 15-0 to Neither Jackson nor already started for next of 2011. Yes, he was a key coach Jim Phillips, Wilson capture the NCAA Divi- Wilson are considered season. This football pro- At right, University of member of Dobie’s 2010 landed at the University sion III national title fol- future pro football pros- gram has given so much Mary Hardin-Baylor District 22-5A champion- of Mary Hardin-Baylor, a lowing a 10-7 victory over pects, but both deserve to us as players, and we safety Reggie Wilson, ship squad, but the Long- highly-successful NCAA Wisconsin-Oskosh in the their just due for pushing just want to make sure we a 2011 Dobie gradu- horns still weren’t garner- Division III program lo- championship game. the proverbial envelope can give back as much as ate, spent plenty of ing much respect from cated in Belton, Texas. Jackson, a senior, was and taking their talents to possible before our time is time smiling during college recruiters. Wilson showed up on named the Player of the the limit. up.” the 2016 season with A defensive back on campus prior to the 2014 Game in the championship “I learned a lot about Wilson said he will be- the Cru as he logged that 2010 squad that campaign with four years tilt and has since landed leadership even going come a senior academical- 83 total tackles to go crushed Deer Park for the of competition eligibil- in Sports Illustrated in its back to Dobie,” Wilson ly this summer. He is pur- with a punt return for league title in 22-5A but ity remaining. By 2015, Faces in the Crowd sec- said. suing a degree in criminal a touchdown and three then was subsequently he was a starter at strong tion. “We hadn’t won a lot in justice and one day hopes blocked kicks/punts a long time, and we went to work in the federal end on special teams. It all out and won the district of things. added up to a national title in 2010 with coach Lessons to be learned title for the Cru foot- Area sports news, notes Phillips in his first year. from Wilson? ball team after a per- “Even when things Never, never quit chas- fect 15-0 run. Rising Stars track club to register didn’t go the way I had ing a dream. He wasn’t The Rising Stars Track Club, led by head coach Ivory Kimble, is now hosting wanted at Alcorn State, I highly-recruited yet found registration and practice sessions at the Dobie High School track. Staff members kept telling myself to be a collegiate home. will be on hand to register new and returning athletes each Friday beginning at patient, that I was going to That door closed after 4:30 p.m., each Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and each Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. get a second chance.” just one season, but Wil- Practice sessions are held each Wednesday and Friday, from 4:30 p.m. until dark, Since Wilson gained son kept training, staying Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. Those ages 5 to that second chance with prepared for that second 18 are eligible to compete in the Rising Stars Track program, which has qualified Mary Hardin-Baylor in chance. dozens of athletes for national competition over the last few summers. For more 2014, he hasn’t looked Physically, few who information, call Kimble at 281-561-1248. back. knew Wilson at Dobie While Jackson paced and haven’t seen him in a Lady Longhorn softball sets scrimmages Feb. 11 the Cru offense with his while may not recognize his physical build today. There will be a series of scrimmage games in a round robin format hosted by dual threat capabilities “I just feel like if I’m the Dobie varsity softball program at the high school and the girls’ softball facil- this season, Wilson did his resting or not doing what ity at El Franco Lee Park Saturday, Feb. 11, and the public is invited to view the own damage on defense. I am supposed to do from action. Members of the Lady Longhorn booster club will be on hand selling bar- For the season, Wilson a training standout, then becue combination plates for $8 each, and other concessions will be available. had 46 solo tackles among there is someone out there Entry fee is $5 for adults and children older than 5. Children age 5 and under as his 83 total stops from his taking advantage of that well as any South Belt Girls Softball Association players who wear their game safety position. and looking to take my uniform to the event will be admitted free of charge. Game action will begin at 9 He had a 38-yard spot,” he said. a.m. punt return for a touch- down against Sul Ross “Nothing is given to and might have played you in the game of foot- SBGSA offers free youth camp Jan. 28 the game of his life Dec. ball or life. You have to go The South Belt Girls Softball Association will host a free youth softball camp on 3 against Wheaton with out there and get it. I’ve Saturday, Jan 28, as players and coaches from Dobie, Clear Brook, Pasadena Memo- 15 total tackles and three always been willing to Rising Stars track club to register blocks on special teams in put in the work, to go out The Rising Stars Track Club, led by head coach Ivory Kimble, is now hosting the kicking game. there and give my 110 per- registration and practice sessions at the Dobie High School track. Staff members “We felt like we could cent on the field. It really will be on hand to register new and returning athletes each Friday beginning at go as far as we wanted has paid off.” 4:30 p.m., each Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon and each Sunday from 2 to 4 to go,” Wilson said. “We At right, a cornerback p.m. went three rounds deep at Dobie High School last year, and with Blake Practice sessions are held each Wednesday and Friday, from 4:30 p.m. until during the team’s 2010 in at quarterback full time, dark, Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m. Those ages District 22-5A cham- I knew we could push it 5 to 18 are eligible to compete in the Rising Stars Track program, which has pionship run, Reggie farther. qualified dozens of athletes for national competition over the last few summers. Wilson (4) remained “Even when things For more information, call Kimble at 281-561-1248. a cornerback until didn’t always go right for switching to safety South Belt Youth Soccer Club online registration Blake, you could always in 2015 for the Mary see the look in his eye that Hardin-Baylor foot- The South Belt Youth Soccer Club is now accepting online registration for the he was going to count on ball program. The spring 2017 season. Practices will begin in early February, with the season set to us to get the ball back and team went 11-2 in 2015 begin later that month. The registration fees are as follows: U-5 through U-8 (4, 5, 6, he would make a big play. but then went all the 7) is $75, which includes uniform. U-9 and U-10 (8, 9) is $85, and uniform fee is an That happened a lot for us additional cost. way this past season this season.” with a 10-7 Division III The U-11 and older (10 to 18) is $95, and uniform fee is an additional cost. Only The national champi- national championship credit cards and debit cards will be accepted as forms of payment. A late registration onship ring style has been victory over Wiscon- fee of $10 will be assessed after Feb. 15. To register, visit the league’s website at chosen, and while the sin-Oshkosh. www.southbeltsoccer.org. rings have yet to be deliv-