Spring Texas News Update – 10/29/2009

Early Registration Starts November 9 for Spring 2010 Semester at Lone Star College-Montgomery

Registration for spring 2010 classes begins Monday, November 9, at Lone Star College-Montgomery. For the best choice of courses, class times and particular days, early registration is strongly encouraged. First day of classes for the spring semester is Tuesday, January 19, 2010.

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20th Annual GE Run Thru the Woods Thanksgiving Charity Event: Early Registration Deadline is November 12th!

JOIN THE FUN and RUN!A holiday tradition in The Woodlands Town Center, the annual Thanksgiving Day Run Thru the Woods Sponsored by GE, is a race/walk designed for all ages and levels of fitness. This year marks the event’s 20th year as one of Texas’ premier running and walking family events. The 2009 event which should attract more than 4500 participants is both a family event and a serious running event, enticing for the competitive and recreational runner.

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YMCA Winter Youth Sports

The South Montgomery County YMCA is accepting registrations for the Winter Youth Basketball program. The Winter Sports to be offered include Basketball for ages 5 – 13; Volleyball for ages 8 – 13 and Indoor Soccer for ages 3 – 5. Age eligibility as of September 1, 2009. Registration Deadline is November 1st. Registrations received after Nov. 1st incur a late registration fee, Nov. 2 – 8. Season begins the week of the first week of December.

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Ballet at the YMCA

Ballet

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YMCA Adult Sports Features 3 on 3 Basketball and Co/Ed Volleyball

Next Season starts November 1

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Doerre Students Attend World Forum

Spring, TX. Emily Frost, Katy Jao, and Jim Settles who are eighth grade students at Doerre Intermediate School participated in the People to People World Leadership Forum in Washington, D. C.

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KISD Finance Department Recognized for Excellence

Klein, TX. The Texas Education Agency awarded the Klein Independent School District a Superior Achievement rating under the Texas’ Schools FIRST financial accountability system. This award for the 2007-2008 fiscal year is the seventh consecutive Superior Achievement Klein attained. Klein’s rating reflects the district’s financial management and reporting system.

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How Will You Spend Halloween in Spring, Texas?

It’s October and that means it is time for you to plan your Halloween in Spring Texas. Are you a trying to figure out what’s going on for Halloween in and around Spring? Well I’m here to tell that, Spring-Klein area has lot’s to offer! Whether you’re big or small, into Halloween, or are searching for an alternative, you can take your kid’s out (or yourself) and have a great time.  I better warn you, Halloween in Spring will really be a weekend of incredible action so prepare yourself and make some plans now.

Need some ideas to help you prepare for Halloween in Spring? It’s not just a weekend it’s a month of Halloween events in the Spring area. See a few of these Halloween ideas below and then start planning your activities with a few Halloween events in mind.

For Family Fun all through the month, check out these great activities, Cypress United Methodist Church reprises its annual Pumpkin Patch 2009, which takes place on a daily basis beginning Sat, Oct 10, 2009 and continues until Sat, Oct 31, 2009. The Beneke Elementary to Host Fall Carnival takes place on Sat, Oct 17, 2009, and The Cynthia B. Woods Pavilion will hold its annual Houston Symphony’s Hocus Pocus Pops on Fri, Oct 23, 2009. On Sat, Oct 24, 2009, The Montgomery County YMCA will hold its annual Halloween at the YMCA. The fun continues on Halloween Weekend with the Founders Baptist Annual Fall Festival on Fri, Oct 30, 2009 and the WEE WUNS FALL FESTIVAL, on Sat, Oct 31, 2009.

For Adults looking to get in on the fun, consider Halloween in Spring at the Halloween Ball at Martini Blvd where you will have a chance to win cash prizes for the sexist, scariest, & most original costumes and enjoy the musical styling’s of Go DJ Fire. If you are into Haunted Houses, ScreamWorld Haunted House, is open until the first weekend in November.

And as always, there is trick or treating. No matter what activity you choose please use common sense and be sure to exercise these safety tips to be sure you have a safe Halloween:

1. Use costumes that are bright and reflective and are flame retardent.
2. Do not allow small children to trick or treat alone.
3. Review safety rules, and guidelines with children before leaving home.
4. Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for all children and their escorts.
5. Don’t allow kids to eat treats until a parent has check the items.
6. Take a cell phone out with you.
7. Don’t Drink and Drive.
8. Have a designated driver or taxi cab company number in your cell phone.
9. Use Common Sense.

Don’t know what you’re going to wear, check out Spirit Halloween World and Danny’s Trix & Kix for the latest costume gear.

As word comes in of all the great parties I’ll begin to post all the details right on Spring’s Community Calendar! Just make sure you check back often and stay up to date! Make sure you are prepared for a weekend of Halloween fun in Spring. Don’t forget to  to perserve your Halloween memories.

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Spring Texas News Update – 10/14/2009

KISD Bond Steering Committee Reconvenedering Committee Reconvened

Spring, TX. The 2007 Klein ISD Bond Steering Committee composed of parents, teachers, community members, and other district personnel will reconvene to consider future use of 2008 bond funds. The committee will consider the 2009 report from the Population and Survey Analysts (PASA) and the district’s current financial data. The committee will meet on November 10, November 16, and December 10 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. in the board room of the KISD (7200 Spring Cypress Road, Klein 77379).

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Muffins You’ll Make Again

…And again! Mom likes them because they are easy to make. Dad is amazed they taste so good. Kids like them because they get to eat them with their fingers! Enjoy them as part of a healthy breakfast or snack. Banana Date Muffins

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Major Elementary Dedication Scheduled for Oct. 19

Houston, TX. Spring ISD will hold a dedication ceremony for Helen Major Elementary School at 9:30 a.m. Monday, Oct. 19. The school opened in August 2009 at 16855 Sugar Pine Dr. just south of FM 1960 under the leadership of Principal J.C. Harville.

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Spring man chosen as featured artist for Via Colori 2009

The Center for Hearing and Speech (CHS) recently announced its 2009 Via Colori CHS Featured Artist team of Bryan Higgins and Kenneth Pierson; the El Paso Featured Artist, Melanie Stimmell; and the Quantum Energy Partners Featured Artist, Lysa Ashley.

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Tee Up for Education on Oct. 27

Spring, TX. Golf experience will not be required to have a good time at the Spring ISD Education Foundation Tee Up for Education Golf Tournament on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at Cypresswood Golf Club, 21602 Cypresswood Dr. Tournament organizers have planned an event that will offer something for everyone starting at noon with a shotgun start and ending with a dinner and silent auction at 5:30 p.m.

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A Preview of Constituitional Amendments up for vote from Debbie Riddle

Austin, TX. Early voting for the upcoming constitutional amendments will start on Monday, October 19th and last until October 30th. Constitutional amendment ballots can be a little mysterious and intimidating sometimes, but they are just as important as any other election. The Texas Constitution is what protects your rights as a citizen of our Sovereign State, and it is important to be an active and informed participant in the process of making changes to this valuable document.

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Veterans Day in the Klein ISD

Spring, TX. The Klein ISD invites members of the Klein community to the annual Veterans Day program on November 11 at Klein Memorial Stadium, 16715 Stuebner Airline Drive. The program to be presented by the Air Force Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps (JROTC) begins at 9:00 a.m. Veterans and active duty military personnel will be recognized. The Klein Forest High School Air Force JROTC will be responsible for the pass in review ceremony. The speaker for the program will be Mr. Jim McIngvale (Mattress Mack).

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Astronaut Keynote Speaker for Third Annual Summit

Spring, TX. The North Harris County Branch American Association of University Women (AAUW) in conjunction with Klein Forest High School provided the 2009 Sophomore Summit to encourage tenth grade students to plan now for success. As principal Mr. Bill Lakin stated, “If you are only thinking about today, you are way behind. Look further than today and tomorrow. Dare to dream.”

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Klein Forest Presents a New Take on Romeo and Juliet

Spring, TX. Romeo and Juliet: the setting – after Hurricane Ike in Galveston, Texas; the main characters – members of two houses/families from a high school; the script: the original Romeo and Juliet with a modern interpretation; the date and time for the production – October 15, 16, and 17 with curtain opening at 7:00 p.m.; tickets: – $5.00 in advance and $7.00 at the door; on-line ticket sales: http://kleinforestdrama.org; additional information – call Klein Forest High School at 832-484-4500.

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Kaiser Teacher Surprised by Visit from OfficeMax

Spring, TX. Kaiser Elementary School received a surprise visit on October 6 from OfficeMax as part of a nationwide event called “A Day Made Better.” Store manager Raul Herrera from the Willowbrook OfficeMax and employees Bobbie Douglan, Michael Behannon, and Adrian Swanson made the presentation to Ms. Krystie Marcis, the reading specialist of Kaiser.

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Klein Teachers Prepare for Third Grade Field Trip

Spring, TX. Teachers from Klein ISD elementary schools attended an open house/training session at the Pearl Fincher Museum of the Fine Arts in preparation for this fall’s third grade field trip to the Cypress Creek Cultural Center. While at the Pearl Fincher Museum, teachers learned about the exhibit, “An American View: The Hosek Collection of American Art,” what goes on behind the scene at the museum to create an exhibit, and the on-going educational programs offered by the museum.

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Duggan Baker Swam for US in Taiwan

Spring, TX. Duggan Baker, a senior at Klein High School, was one of ten U. S. swimmers who participated in the 2009 Deaflympics in Taiwan. He swims for Klein High School and the Premier Aquatic Club of Klein (PACK). He swam 14 times in seven days surpassing his personal best records in 13 of 14 events. Prior to the meets, Duggan and his teammates participated in a 10 day Deaflympics training camp.

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Wunsche Accepting Applications for 2010-11 School Year

Spring, TX. Spring ISD students who are interested in attending Carl Wunsche Sr. High School during the 2010-11 school year may apply online now through Oct. 31. The application is available on the CWHS home page at academy.springisd.org. Students need to be enrolled in and attending either Dekaney High School, Spring High School or Westfield High School to apply.

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Career Destination Event Will Focus on Learning Opportunities Oct. 22

Spring, TX. A Spring ISD Career Destination event will be held from 7 to 9 pm Thursday, Oct. 22 at Carl Wunsche Sr. High School, 900 Wunsche Loop. The purpose of the event is to provide information about Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses and 21st century learning opportunities that are available to Spring ISD students.

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IB short notes

Spring, TX. „« IB students will host a luncheon and roundtable discussion on November 3rd with intermediate school counselors. The purpose is to provide counselors with an overview and information to share with 8th graders who may be considering this challenging academic program

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Klein Offers Peer Mediation Training

Spring, TX. As part of its multifaceted approach to creating safe schools, the Klein ISD offers peer mediation training so that staff members can lead students to solve disagreements before they escalate into discipline problems. In per mediation, students who are trained as mediators apply problem-solving strategies to assist their peers in settling disputes in a manner satisfying to all parties. A total of 25 campuses have participated in the training over the past two years.

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Brad Froebel Leads on Campus and at District Level

Spring, TX. Mr. Brad Froebel serves as the Tiger Tribune newspaper and Legacy yearbook sponsor at Klein Collins High School. As the school’s first journalism teacher, he and his students have created a program that brings recognition to the school. He is also the chairperson of the Klein District Instructional Development Council (DIDC).

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Benfer Volunteer Serves as KISD Volunteer of the Month

Spring, TX. Ms. Chrissy Spring is the October volunteer of the month for the Klein ISD. She volunteers every day at Benfer Elementary School.

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College Visits

Spring, TX. Students in Klein ISD will not be counted absent for up to two days during their eleventh and/or twelfth grade years, if they visit an accredited institution of higher education for the purpose of determining an interest in attending the institution. This change was adopted by the Texas Legislature and adopted as part of KISD policy.

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Airport Employees Contribute to Ponderosa Food Pantry

Spring, TX. Students and staff involved with the Helping Hands group at Ponderosa Elementary School got a helping hand from the Houston Airport System (HAS) recently when a pick-up truckload of nonperishable food items and backpacks was delivered to the school.

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Spring ISD Earns Superior Rating in Financial Accountability

Spring, TX. For the seventh consecutive year, Spring ISD has earned a rating of Superior Achievement, the highest rating possible from the Financial Accountability Rating System of Texas, which is commonly referred to as School FIRST.

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Children’s Museum Visits Epps Island Parents

Spring, TX. Ms. Mary Ellen Salas, the senior manager for school partnerships at the Houston Children’s Museum, and Ms. Rosa Campos and Ms. Minerva Perez of the museum presented a class for parents of Epps Island Elementary School to learn how to use everyday household items to teach science to their children.

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Sarah Barrington Creates Sculpture at Western Art Academy

Spring, TX. Sarah Barrington earned a scholarship to study at the Western Art Academy through the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. As the winner of a special merit recognition in the Klein ISD Rodeo Art Contest, she was eligible to apply for the scholarship.

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Mueller Students Display Pinwheels for Peace

Spring, TX. On International World Peace Day, September 21, students at Mueller Elementary School placed over 630 pinwheels on display at their school. The display is a public statement about the school’s commitment to being a place where acts of hatred are not acceptable.

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Woodlands Church Donates Backpacks to Greenwood Forest Students

Spring, TX. Members of the Warriors Worship Center located in The Woodlands gave 75 new backpacks to Greenwood Forest Elementary School. The pastor Mr. Michael Constantine and members of the church visited the school to make the donation.

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Klein Forest Volunteer Receives State Recognition

[center]Friends of the Forest: fostering a culture of achievement through example and service[/center] Spring, TX. Ms. Lucy Blome, a volunteer at Klein Forest High School, was recognized by the State Board of Education (SBOE) on September 18, as a Hero for Children. She was selected by Mr. Lawrence Allen Jr. who is the vice chair of the SBOE. As the District 4 board member, he represents about 1.4 million people in the Houston area in the Harris and Fort Bend counties.

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Wal-Mart at Epps Island Elementary School

Spring, TX. Epps Island teacher Ms. Kendal Mathews received a Wal-Mart gift card as part of the corporation’s Teacher Rewards Program. Shown with Ms. Mathews are Ms. Rosie Torres (left) and Ms. Edna Brown (right) of the Cutten Road Wal-Mart.

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KISD Students Achieve Success in Jazz Band Competition

Spring, TX. On September 21, students from the Klein ISD participated in the UIL Region Jazz Auditions. Of the 20 students selected for the all-region jazz band, eight were from Klein Forest High School and one was from Klein Collins High School. The Klein Forest students were as follows: Johan Webster, Ross Richardson, Zach Steele, Willy Vu, Trevor Mills, Josh Gu, Eric Spellman, and Patrick Williams. Chris Padilla of Klein Collins was his school’s student selected for the all-region jazz band.

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AAUW and Klein Forest Plan Summit

Spring, TX. The North Harris County Branch of the American Association of University Women (AAUW) and Klein Forest High School united in preparation for The Summit on October 7 for tenth grade young men and women. The joint project directors are Ms. Susan Muirhead of Klein Forest and Ms. Kati Woodward of the AAUW.

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Klein ISD News Briefs – September 21, 2009

KHS Chorale on TV.

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Hassler Elementary Gains TBEC Recognition

Spring, TX. Hassler Elementary School in the Klein ISD has made the Texas Business & Education Coalition (TBEC) Honor Roll for the year. Of the more than 8,000 Texas public schools, fewer than 4% make the Honor Roll. Hassler and other Honor Roll schools will be honored on November 9 with a reception and dinner in San Antonio sponsored by H-E-B and IBM.

To be named an Honor Roll school, the campus must demonstrate three years of consistent, high performance in all subjects tested on the Texas Assessment of Knowledge and Skills (TAKS) compared to other schools serving similar student populations. TBEC Honor Rolls schools have the highest percentage of students performing at the state’s most rigorous standard, commended in every subject tested by the TAKS.

 Ms. Carol Randall is the principal of Hassler Elementary School.

The Klein ISD is located in north Harris County and has more than 43,527 students in its twenty-six (26) elementary, eight (8) intermediate, and four (4) high schools. Visit the district’s Web site at http://www.kleinisd.net/ for additional information about the Klein Independent School District.

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Spring Texas Weekly News Update – 9/6/2009

Jo Ann Chiu Named KSID Volunteer of the Month

Spring, TX. Klein Collins, as the host school for the Klein ISD September volunteer luncheon, named the district’s volunteer of the month, Ms. Joanne Chiu.

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Vistas Students Participate in Clap-Out

Houston, TX. On August 28, Jose Rayo who is attending Montgomery College and Ray’chel Vinson who is working, participated in a Clap-Out ceremony at the Vistas High School Program.

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Ballroom Dance Available at the YMCA

The Woodlands, TX. The South Montgomery County YMCA has added Ballroom Dance to their course selection. Ballroom Dance is fun, interactive and provides another opportunity to get off the couch and start moving! Are you bored with your current exercise routine? Try something new and different. Grab your partner and join us on Friday evenings at the Branch Crossing YMCA, 8100 Ashlane Way in The Woodlands.

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Cooking Classes Offered at the YMCA for Kids and Adults

The Woodlands, TX. The popular Kids Cooking Classes will resume this Fall for ages 6 – 12. Offered once a month on Saturday, each session has a theme. The program’s objective is to teach the kids fun, friendly, hands on way to cook healthy foods.

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Flu Shot Clinic for Seniors at the South Montgomery County YMCA

All shots are FREE of charge for Medicare Part B and Medicaid recipients The Woodlands, TX. The South Montgomery County YMCA announces flu and pneumonia shots will be available for Seniors at their Shadowbend location in The Woodlands on Monday, September 14th, 11:00am – 4:00pm and again on Tuesday, September 15th, 9:00am – 1:00pm.

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YMCA Adventure Guides Program Helps Improve Parent-Child Bond.

Parent Information Night is September 12th Montgomery, TX. Families today are pulled in many directions. Time and money are at a premium, with an increasing number of families trying to do more with fewer resources. Kids have increasingly complex school and extracurricular schedules as well. That’s why the South Montgomery County YMCA offers Adventure Guides, a program designed to take parents and children on an exciting journey of discovery.

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YMCA Senior Open House/Activity Fair Get Moving at the YMCA – Free Pedometer for All Guests

Montgomery County, TX. The South Montgomery County YMCA is one of more than 30 YMCAs across the Houston area opening its doors for free to seniors on September 23rd. The Open House will give seniors a chance to see what the YMCA has to offer, whether it be exercise classes, social gatherings, volunteer opportunities or field trips. In addition, there will be helpful information from community partners related to senior services.

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Spring ISD Special Services to Dispose of Confidential Records

HOUSTON – The Special Services department of Spring ISD will soon dispose of the confidential records of students who have not received special education assessments, instruction, or related services since May, 2002. These records will be destroyed in August of this year unless a request is received requesting otherwise.

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Little Shop of Horrors to Hit the Lone Star College-Montgomery Stage

Lone Star College-Montgomery’s theatre department is now selling tickets to its summer musical, Little Shop of Horrors, book and lyrics by Howard Ashman and music by Alan Menken. The performance will begin with a free preview on Wednesday, July 8, at 5:30 p.m. The show dates for Little Shop of Horrors include Thursday through Saturday, July 9-11, at 7:30 p.m. and a matinee performance on Saturday, July 11, at 2 p.m.

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Increased Demand for Machining Certificate at LSC-Conroe Center

Industry Demand Causes Increased Interest and Additional Classes Responding to an increased amount of community interest, Lone Star College-Conroe Center will offer a second series of computerized numerical control (CNC) machining classes during the evening beginning June 22, 2009. These classes will allow students to earn a CNC machining workforce development certificate, preparing them for entry-level employment in this emerging field.

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11th Annual YMCA Dragon Boat Team Challenge 2009

The South Montgomery County YMCA announces the registration dates for the 2009 YMCA Dragon Boat Team Challenge “Presented by Hewitt”. The 3 day event will be held at Northshore Park and Lake Woodlands, September 25 – 27. Registration is now available for all alumni teams through July 5th. Registration will open up to NEW teams beginning July 6th.

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Doerre Students Make Donation

The Doerre Ambassadors sent their final check for $1,500 to Free the Children during May after a year of hard work selling concessions at student athletic events and organizing a staff versus students volleyball game as a fundraiser. The money went to improve the lives of impoverished children in Ecuador.

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Congressman Green Visits Wunderlich

Spring, TX — Congressman Al Green, representing the 9th Congressional District of Houston, visited the Gifted Educated Notoriously Talented Students (G.E.N.T.S) Club of Wunderlich Intermediate School. He urged students to use their time well and to make good choices that will lead toward success.

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Amazing Teens Need You!

HOST PARENTS needed – with or without children – to host international high school exchange students from Europe, Asia and South American for the upcoming school year. SHARE! Host Families provide a bed. meals, as well as friendship, understanding, and a genuine desire to share the American way of life with a youngster from overseas. All students speak English, are covered by medical insurance, and have spending money for their personal expenses.The students will attend the high school nearest your home. Families are able to review student applications and select the student they feel will best match their family. Start making a difference in a young persons life and yours! Contact SHARE! at 1-800-941-3738 or visit www.sharesouthwest.org

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MARK YOUR CALENDER FOR JULY 24, 2009

ANNOUNCING SPRING-KLEIN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

2^ND ANNUAL CHRISTMAS IN JULY GALA

The Chamber’s vision is to be the primary resource and support of area economic development and quality of life. Spring-Klein Chamber of Commerce’s (SKCC) annual fundraiser, The Gala Dinner and Auction, helps make that vision a reality.

The Christmas in July Gala is the premier social event of the season in Spring-Klein and is a festive evening of philanthropy, fine food, and fun, and a celebration of SKCC’s commitment to excellence and community. Imagine!–a gala dinner and auction–is SKCC’s largest fundraiser. It is always a sell-out.

Rejoice with us and take pleasure in a sumptuous evening basking in the festively adorned Shady Oaks, feasting on a sumptuous buffet featuring traditional Christmas Carvery, dancing to the live music from Braid. Enjoy the witty, yet encouraging words of Commissioner Jerry Eversole, and be a part of history as we recognize Spring-Klein’s first Business of the Year with the presentation of the “TONI” Award.

 

Businesses and individuals donate generously to the live auction hosted by the funny and charming Mark Moore, TAL#15019 offering an array of special experiences- trips, dinners, and unique events and items. On auction night, 150 attendees—dressed to the nines—engage in friendly competitive bidding. The event is conceived and run by an extraordinary cadre of volunteers whose dedicated support for the Chamber’s business, education programs infuses the evening with a wonderful spirit of philanthropy and community.

Mark your calendar for July 24. Host a table, bring your friends, and get your seats early!

To purchase tickets, sponsorships, or advertising online please visit http://www.eventbee.com/view/christmas_in_july/event?eventid=56875. To purchase by mail or fax please download form here http://www.springkleinchamber.org/images/docs/brochure.pdf. If you need child care, event care is being provided by Alexander’s Academy, click here make your reservation now!

For more information, please contact Elle Carnes at 281-912-1107 or email info@explorespring.com , Carol Baker at (281) 376-0858 or email kan-do@swbell.net, or Holly Munsinger at (281) 353-4600 or email holly@houstonwahms.org.

How do we preserve Spring/Klein?

Doesn’t it seem like the Spring/Klein community is always fighting something. I haven’t been here long, but since I’ve been here there have been a couple of biggies that could affect the quality of this great community.

The latest is the low income housing project near Windrose, called Gosling Oaks. It has been stopped in the short term, but what about the long? To find out more visit Stop Gosling Oaks.

The first thing I remember was the Grand Parkway. This proposed highway, still on the books has been stalled but not stopped. It has already affected one neighborhood Lakes of Avalon Village. Here are a couple of links pertaining to this story. http://swamplot.com/tag/spring/, http://blogs.chron.com/springklein/2008/11/neighborhood_divide.html.

The problem with the Grand Parkway from what I can tell is that the zoning committee, who was aware of the plans to build the parkway years ago, did not reserve the land and prevent builders from building in the areas of the highway. Thereby creating problems for people who have now made there homes in its path unknowingly. There was a big movement here are some links http://mypeoplepc.com/members/chrisodonnell/stopthegrandparkway/, http://mypeoplepc.com/members/chrisodonnell/unitedtosaveourspring/id89.html, and http://corridornews.blogspot.com/2007/10/you-all-that-proposed-this-plan-you.html.

In 2004, a tar factory tried to co-locate its facilities with the cement plant next to the Villages of Northgate Crossing and behind Old Town Spring. I couldn’t find any links about it but I was at the town hall meeting where Representative Debbie Riddle brought in the county, and the builder. It appeared to the community that they used deceptive practices to post notices that were still within the letter of the law, but not the spirit of the law.

Last year, residents of Dove Meadows and Normandy Forest were not thrilled with the prospect of a bar being outside of their neighborhood, crime being the biggest concern. The bar did open and to my knowledge there haven’t been any problems, however, the community did not want it.

This is only what I know, but I have only been in Spring a few years. But rest assured that as the community continues to thrive, there will be more projects that the community may or may not agree with. There was a petition last year to get a line item on the ballot to incorporate Spring/Klein as it’s own city. This would provide for its own city government and as one item control its zoning.

Spring is a census-designated place (CDP) within the extraterritorial jurisdiction of Houston, not its own city (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spring,_Texas). It seems to me that we should form as a Township, City, town, or something that gives us the ability to control our fate.

Please read Why Sign the Spring-Klein Cityhood Petition?, New Petition to Incorporate Spring-Klein as a City.

To sign the petition visit http://www.thepetitionsite.com/1/spring-klein-petition.

Week of May 23 News Highlights

Twin Creeks Student Takes the Gold!

LaKayla LaFrance and team score nine top six finishes at High Velocity Invitational!

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Mangum-Howell Center June Special Events Calendar

Mangum-Howell Center’s free intergenerational programs are part of Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jerry Eversole’s educational and recreational commitment to Harris County residents. Mangum-Howell Center is located in Doss Park at 2500 Frick Road, Houston 77038, west of Veterans Memorial Drive and south of Beltway 8. Center hours are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Veteran’s Information Meeting to be Held at Lone Star College-Montgomery

New Post-9/11 GI Bill to Provide Educational Benefits for Current, Prospective Students An information session about the new Post-9/11 GI Bill will be held on Tuesday, June 2, 2009, at Lone Star College-Montgomery. The meeting will be held from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. in Building A, Room 102.

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Mangum-Howell Center Ongoing June Calendar

Mangum-Howell Center’s free intergenerational programs are part of Harris County Precinct 4 Commissioner Jerry Eversole’s educational and recreational commitment to Harris County residents. Mangum-Howell Center is located in Doss Park at 2500 Frick Road, Houston 77038, west of Veterans Memorial Drive and south of Beltway 8. Center hours are Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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YMCA Senior Open House and Bring a Friend Day

Celebrating National Senior Health & Fitness Day The Montgomery County YMCAs are opening its doors for free to seniors on May 27th celebrating National Senior Health & Wellness Day. The Open House will give seniors a chance to see and sample what the YMCA has to offer, whether it be exercise classes, social gatherings, volunteer opportunities or field trips.

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Basic Mediation Training Offered at Lone Star College-Montgomery

Beginning this fall, Lone Star College-Montgomery will launch a 40-hour Basic Mediation Training course, with the first offering September 9-14 (Monday-Friday) from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m., and a second offering October 8-18 on consecutive Thursdays and Fridays from 2-8 p.m. and Saturdays from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. The cost of the training is $249 plus books. Both sessions will be facilitated by Brodrick W. Hill.

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YMCA Child Development Center Hosts Pre-Kindergarten Graduation

“Class of 2022” The South Montgomery County YMCA Child Development Center recently hosted their annual pre-kindergarten graduation ceremony. The young graduates were the 23rd class to graduate . . . The center opened in Fall of 1986. These children are the future graduates of the “Class of 2022”.

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Local Track Club is off to a Great Start!

The Spring-Klein based Texas Stallions have good start to summer track season.

 

Spring, TX, May 3, 2009. – Nineteen local athletes were involved in their first meets of the Season—Houston Heat meet held on April 25 and Houston Pacesetter meet held on May 2. Though the Stallions season got off to a late start, their season start shows lots of promise for the coming months.

The Stallions first meet of the season was a USA Track & Field, Inc. (USATF) sanctioned event held by the Houston Heat at Dekaney High School with a variety of track and field events for youth 5 – 19 years old. Ten boys and six girls took part in events that were held by age groups: Primary (5-8), Bantam (9-10), 11-12, 13-14, 15-16, and 17-18. Awards were given for the top-six finishers in each age group, except the primary division received awards for the top-six finishers in each heat. In all the stallions took home four top-six finishes.

The top-six finishers were: Ahmad Cummings, a primary boy, who took 6th place in the 400m with a time of 1:59 in his heats. Lavoxkeia Carnes a primary girl who to 2nd in her heat in the 100m with a time of 16.81 and was the 5th place overall winner in the 100m and 4th in the 400m with a time of 1:21.76. Jarius Chevalier an intermediate boy took 4th place in the 1500m with a time of 6:26.

In their second meet the Texas Stallions participated in an Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) sanctioned event held by the Houston Pace Setters at Aldine High School, Bill Smith Stadium. Awards were given for the top-six finishers in each age group. In all the stallions took home seven top-six finishes.

The top-six finishers were: Lavoxkeia Carnes a primary girl who took 3rd place in the 100m with a time of 16.72 seconds and 2nd place in the 400m with a time of 1:16. Christopher Ward a bantam boy was 5th in the 1500m with a time of 6:16.96. LaMika LaFrance took 4th place in the midget girls 100m with a time of 14.8 and 2nd place in the 200m with at time of 29.53. Youth boys Alexander Brooks took 2nd place in the 1500m with at time of 5:18.70 and Anthony Grant took 4th place in the shot put with a throw of 10’ 4”.

The Stallions can be seen next Saturday, May 9, 2009 at the USATF Sanctioned event held by the Northwest Flyers. The meet will be held at Klein Memorial Stadium, 16503 Stuebner Airline Road, Spring, TX 77379 at 8:30 am. The Texas Stallions Stable consists of Adam White, Ahmad Cummings, Alexander Brooks, Anthony Grant, Audreanecia Hagan, Brittany Collins, Christopher Collins, Christopher Ward, Hunter Cork, Jarius Chevalier, Jonathan Carnes, Kaleb Bryant, Kaylan Harris, LaKayla LaFrance, LaMika LaFrance, Lavoxkeia Carnes, and Zhanna Brooks.

A youth Track and Field Club, the Texas Stallions are based in Spring Texas. Practices are Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday at Klein Oak High School and Klein Collins High School respectively. Athlete registration and sponsor opportunities still exist, if you are interested in being a part of the Texas Stallions team please contact our registrar Erica Skinner at (832)-866-2026 or email txstallions@att.net.
About the Texas Stallions Youth Track Club
The Texas Stallions Youth Track Club is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that is sanctioned by the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) Gulf Association and the USA Track and Field (USATF) Gulf Association youth track programs for boys and girls from ages 6 to 18 years old. Our track club is dedicated to the development of youth track and field athletes in the North Houston area. Our objectives are: to challenge our youth through track and field, and to strive for excellence in every life endeavor; to teach fundamental track and field principles that will equip youth athletes with the skills to compete on a national level; To develop the minds and bodies for future leadership athletic training and discipline; and to develop a spirit of competitiveness that will foster a desire to always strive for excellence. Our website is located at http://www.eteamz.com/txstallionstrack/. 

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