Email: [email protected] www.southbeltleader.com May 14, 2009 Voice of Community-Minded People Vol. 34, No. 15 Graduation issue planned The Leader’s high school special edition will be published June 4. It will feature gradu- San Jacinto South celebrates 30 years ating class information for Dobie, Clear Brook and South Houston high schools, plus Luther- San Jacinto College South celebrated its 30th attended the new campus in its fi rst year of op- from San Jacinto College, a bachelor’s degree in That year, Dr. Parker Williams was vice presi- an South Academy. To honor a candidate with anniversary Tuesday, May 12. eration. Escobar, the fi rst in his family to go to psychology from the University of Houston and dent of administrative affairs for the college dis- a personalized ad, call the Leader at 281-481- Jose Escobar was one of many students who college, went on to earn two associate degrees numerous occupational and technology certifi - trict and would later become the campus’ fi rst 5656 or e-mail [email protected]. cates. president. Ad space must be reserved by June 1. “Growing up, I always assumed that I would Like Tate, psychology professor Dr. Marylou never go to college, because it was expensive and Robins said she remembers performing whatever PIP meeting May 19 out of reach for me and my family,” said Escobar, duties were necessary to get the job done. whose father was a sheet metal worker while his “Written job descriptions did not exist at that The next Positive Interaction Program mother cared for their fi ve children. “But when time,” said Robins, who also taught Escobar. meeting will be Tuesday, May 19, at 7 p.m. in they opened the San Jacinto College South cam- “We became whatever was needed. It was a new the fi rst fl oor staff meeting room at Memorial pus, I found out how affordable tuition was and campus with many opportunities.” Hermann Southeast Hospital, 11800 Astoria. decided to come here.” Government professor Dr. John Bolen and Guest speaker will be Offi cer Scott Simmons Escobar’s journey on becoming the fi rst in his chemistry professor Dr. Ray Crawford also from the Houston Police Department Heli- family to earn a degree is what the South cam- joined the faculty that same year and continue to copter Division. The PIP program consists of pus’ construction was intended to do - give stu- teach at the South campus. police and citizens working together to make dents in the South Belt-Ellington area of Hous- Tate said he and his colleagues would create neighborhoods safer. For information, call ton a chance at a college career. Three decades and participate in their own recruitment efforts Offi cer Randy Derr at 281-218-3900. later, some of the campus’ fi rst faculty members during those early years to bring attention to the remember how it took a lot of creativity and de- new campus, and they eventually paid off. En- JFD summer classes set termination to open those doors on the fi rst day rollment increased rapidly as people realized that J. Frank Dobie High School will hold sum- of school at San Jacinto College South. San Jacinto College had an additional campus in mer school with two sessions, June 11 through “We had to roll up our sleeves and make it their neighborhood, he said. July 2. Registration for initial credit and reme- happen,” said math professor Dr. Jerry Tate. “I “We went out into the community, to civic dial classes is as follows: remember the week before classes started, mov- clubs, talked to our neighbors, high schools, Registration at Dobie will be from 2:45 to 4 ing desks and furniture into the rooms.” wherever we could think of to let people know p.m. May 18 for 11th- and 12th-graders, and May During that fi rst year, the South campus was about this new campus,” he said. “San Jacinto 19 for 10th-graders. Eighth- and ninth-graders composed of a two-story administration build- College South became an integral part of this will register May 20 from 2:45 to 5:45 p.m. ing, and physical education classes were held in community as a provider of its education and lo- Late registration for all grade levels (eighth- a small classroom on the bottom fl oor. cal events and activities.” 11th) is scheduled for June 8-9 from 8 to 11 “Without a gymnasium and very limited Approximately 1,200 students attended class- a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m. equipment, the physical education teachers had es at the South campus during the fi rst semester. The cost is $60 per half credit (each ses- to get creative with walking, a little aerobics, and Escobar has since returned to his alma mat- sion). Late registration is $70. Cash, money some stretching,” said Tate, who joined San Ja- er as a technical support analyst. He attributes order or cashiers check will be accepted – no cinto College South in 1979 after teaching for much of his academic and career success to his personal checks. A reception was held Tuesday, May 12, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the San Jacinto some time at the Central campus. Continued on Page 6A Summer Session I: June 11 through 22, College South campus. Four of the school’s original professors continue to teach at the cam- from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Lunch will be from pus. Shown above at the event are, left to right, math professor Dr. Jerry Tate, psychology 11:30 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. Classes will be held professor Dr. Marylou Robins, government professor Dr. John Bolen and chemistry profes- High school students graduate with degrees on Fridays. sor Dr. Ray Crawford. Photo by James Bolen Summer Session II: June 23 through July 2, from 8 a.m. to 3:45 p.m. Lunch will be from 11:30 a.m. .to 12:15 p.m. Classes will be held on Fridays. Weber Elementary vandalized Remedial Credit Courses: Morning ses- sions will be from 8 to 11:30 a.m.; afternoon The Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s to call the constable’s offi ce at 713-477-2766 or sessions from 12:15 to 3:45 p.m. Classes will offi ce is investigating a vandalism incident that the Galveston County Sheriff’s Offi ce at 866- be held on Fridays. occurred at Weber Elementary Thursday, May 7, 248-8477. between 3 and 4 a.m. Burglary suspect sought Two male suspects were captured on the Constable deputies are also seeking the pub- Kindergarten Round-ups set school’s video surveillance systems throwing lic’s help in locating suspect Brandon Fonville. Frazier Elementary Molotov cocktails containing gasoline at the Fonville, 21, was identifi ed by a resident on Frazier Elementary will host Kindergarten backside of the building, scorching its brick Sagebrook, who said the suspect had taken food Round-Up on Tuesday, May 19, at 8:30 a.m. walls. The men also set a bicycle on fi re on the out of a freezer in the homeowner’s garage. A in the cafeteria. Families from Frazier and school grounds. felony warrant has been fi led on Fonville for bur- South Belt Elementary are invited to meet The suspects attempted to break into the glary of a habitation. Frazier Principal Rhonda Parmer and South school through its windows, but were unsuccess- Just a month prior, Fonville, whose mother Belt Principal Candy Bernsen-Howard. Stu- ful at gaining entry. also resides on Sagebrook, was charged with dents will visit a classroom and complete an The constable’s offi ce is being assisted in the felony theft for reportedly taking four Yorkshire activity. Parents will learn ways to help pre- investigation by the Galveston County Sheriff’s Terrier puppies from another residence on the pare a child for kindergarten. Offi ce, which serves as the police liaison for the area street. Atkinson Elementary Clear Creek Independent School District. The Anyone with information on Fonville’s where- Atkinson Elementary will hold its Kinder- fi re marshal’s offi ce is also aiding in the inves- abouts is urged to call the constable’s offi ce at garten Round-up for the 2009-2010 school tigation and has reviewed additional surveillance 713-477-2766. San Jacinto College South has expanded greatly over the last 30 years. One major innova- year on Wednesday, May 20, in the cafeteria footage taken in the area. Speeding on Blackhawk tion is the addition of the Clear Creek Independent School District’s Clear Horizons Early from 4 to 7 p.m. To enroll a child, the parent/ The suspects are described as being white The constable’s offi ce has received numerous College High School. The satellite campus allows eligible CCISD students to earn high guardian must bring the following informa- males between 16 and 18 years old. Investiga- complaints in recent weeks of drivers speeding school diplomas and associate degrees simultaneously. This year marked the first graduat- tion: birth certificate, record of immunizations, tors are working closely with local high schools on Blackhawk between Scarsdale and Hughes ing class. Participating students shown above are, left to right, Dana Lizik, Meredith Social Security and proof of residence. For and have checked attendance rolls to see which Road. As a result, deputies will be stepping up Candler, Michelle Fryberger and Brendan Dalpe. See related story on Page 3A. information, call the office at 713-740-0520. students were absent the day of the incident.