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Letter From The Publishers Well Hello, May! Can you believe are entering the final month of the 2018 school year? If you’re a teacher I know the answer! April proved to be an exciting month for Celina and we were there every step of the way! We celebrated first responders at the high school as the nation celebrated one of our very own, Andrew Needum. Our drill team, cheer and theatre programs put on a showcase of talent. The class of 2018 took on the class of 2019 in a “friendly” game of Powderpuff. Our Celina Bobcat athletes showed their Bobcat Heart in Softball, Track, Golf, and Baseball. The Celina Band topped off an incredible year with more awards. And finally, we boot-scooted the night away and raised money at the Celina Education Foundation charity auction and dinner. I know we say it every month, but we THANK YOU for your support and absolutely love raising our family as Celina Bobcats!

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“Marilee” They Go Along The Marilee Special Utility District office on West Pecan Street was visited recently by a group of 14 women, each named Marilee, who posed for photos beside its sign and toured the facility. Calling themselves The Marilee Tribe, they belong to a Facebook group that boasts 300plus members who share the Marilee moniker. The women, who traveled to North Texas from as far away as Arizona, Minnesota, Virginia and Alaska, among other states, also visited the Celina Museum and the unincorporated community of Marilee, near the Collin-Grayson county line, before enjoying lunch at Preston Trail Farms in Gunter. Photo by Lisa Ferguson

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the measure of a man By: Leya Bryant Grubbs

“The measure of a man is not how did he die but how did he live. Not what did he gain but what did he give? Not what was his station but had he a heart? How did he play his God-given part? Not what was his church, not what was his creed, but had he befriended those really in need. These are the things that measure the worth of a man as a man, regardless of birth.” - Author Anonymous

It’s an inspiring story of a hometown hero, a local firefighter, and his school-teacher wife, both beloved by many in the community, Andrew Needum, well-respected Celina Fire Fighter and EMT, is a fourth generation Celininan whose great-grandfather was the Chief of the Celina Fire Department years ago. His wife, Stephanie, is an elementary school teacher here in Celina, adored by her co-workers and the many families and children she has taught over the years. Considering both of their professions, it should come as no surprise that the Needum family, Andrew’s parents, Tommy and Julie Needum included, have built a close family on their strong faith and serving others. It’s safe to assume many are familiar with the already well-publicized story of Andrew Needum who courageously assisted on the now infamous Southwest 1380 flight. The morning of Thursday, April 19th a press conference was held at the Celina Fire Department. Andrew was sitting in the break area of the fire house surrounded by family and comrades awaiting the nine o’clock start time. There, Pastor Kevin Lykins, of First Baptist Celina, was commenting on how he’d forgotten his reading glasses (he ended-up borrowing from Andrew’s mother). He positioned a Bible on the table in front of Andrew already marked for 2 Corinthians 2:14. “But thanks be to God, who always puts us on display in Christ and through us spreads the aroma of the knowledge of Him in every place,” the Pastor read aloud standing over Andrew, pointing to the passage. “It’s not our confidence in ourselves, it’s our confidence in God. Because it is God speaking through us. So just relax and let God speak through you,” Lykins emboldened Andrew as he readied himself for the cameras. “Yes, sir.” Flanked by his parents, Tommy and Julie Needum, and his wife, Stephanie, Andrew Needum gave an emotional and heartfelt account of the events that took place on the heartrending flight. The family, including Andrew and Stephanie’s two children, Colten (8) and Ellie (5), had just enjoyed a much-needed trip to NYC visiting family and celebrating Tommy and Julie’s 39th anniversary. “It was time to get away,” 12

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Andrew had said. The last two days of their trip, Andrew had enjoyed dropping by two fire departments noting that a highlight of his trip was “being able to talk to the guys at each house” and the Fire Museum where he appreciated visiting with one of the first forty female firefighters NYC hired. The morning of Tuesday, April 17th, they had a “hectic” time getting ready to head to the airport homebound for Texas, Andrew jokingly blaming his two young children for the early-morning madness. The Southwest aircraft, carrying 149 passengers including the crew, departed NYC’s LaGuardia Airport for Dallas Love Field at 10:43 a.m. ET with a smooth take-off. The flight attendants were in the aisle and the seatbelt sign had not yet been turned-off. At approximately 32,000 feet, twenty minutes into the flight, there was a “loud pop” which was the left engine failure (separation of a fan blade purportedly caused by “metal fatigue”) followed by some turbulence. The plane immediately dropped to around 10,000 feet and the oxygen masks were deployed. There was minor shaking of the plane. Captain Tammie Jo Shults, a veteran Navy pilot, had begun to divert the aircraft to Philadelphia for an emergency landing. The Boeing 737 was now operating with one engine. Shrapnel from the engine explosion had hit a passenger window. The window failed, causing the plane to depressurize and the passenger in seat 14A to become partly extracted out of the aircraft. Meanwhile, Andrew was making sure his family had their masks on properly, as well as a young female and her infant, when he heard the commotion in the rear of the plane. Andrew looked at Stephanie for

a nod of approval to go back there and “saw it in her eyes.” He went, or “acted,” as he would say. “What took place back there I’m going to leave…out of respect for her family I’m going to leave that alone,” Andrew sorrowfully told reporters obviously regarding the specific details surrounding the unfortunate death of Jennifer Riordan, 43 years of age, wife and mother of two, the victim of the failed window on row 14. Stephanie was asked about “the look” of approval that sent her husband to assist in a situation where neither one of them knew what he was walking into. “I do feel like God has called us all to do special things and Andrew’s is to serve other people. I just knew that at that moment someone else needed him more than we did and that’s what his calling is-- to help and that’s what he did.” Andrew continued, “I’ve been blessed with a servant’s heart and that’s when I looked around to see who else needed some help. God called me to move so I acted. I acted as I’ve been trained. But I’m no different than any other firefighter in this fire station and in this country.” One obvious take-away at the press conference was that Andrew Needum did not want to talk about Andrew Needum. Andrew Needum wanted to talk about God. Dressed in a bright red Celina Fire Department shirt, jeans and cowboy boots he began with, “We give all the glory to God. God put me in this situation for a reason. He gave me this platform and I’m forever grateful for that.” He also very directly set the tone early (teary-eyed at times), that he would not, under any circumstance, comment on the tragic incident involving Jennifer Riordan. He wanted to respect she and her family and he was not in any way concerned that he was being aired live. “I’m going to leave that alone,” he had to say more than once. “My heart is broken for them. I pray they find healing.” In a journalistic culture where “if it bleeds it leads” is a common mantra, it was no surprise that details were solicited from the press. However, it was also no surprise that a man like Andrew Needum was not interested in sensationalizing the loss of life. To the Needum’s, Jennifer Riordan was not a headline but a human- a daughter, wife, mother, friend and co-worker. In the coming hours after the press confer-

ence, her cause of death would be released to the press. Knowing what we do now, it can be said that there was little Andrew, and another passenger whom he affectionately referred to as “Nurse Peggy, a special lady,” could have done on the flight to change the outcome. But as a nurse and first-responder aboard, these two individuals did what is ethically asked of them. “I felt moved to act, as well as other people on the plane,” Andrew said. “God put people on that plane for a reason. Everyone acted. Everyone stood strong.” Those were the only details the press would get from Andrew about the “com-

motion” in the rear of the plane- the names of individuals that he worked alongside to help passengers and secure the notorious failed passenger window leading to the heartbreaking death of Jennifer Riordan. In addition to Peggy Phillips, the retired nurse, Andrew referred to fellow passenger, Tim McGinty as “The Big Man,” a farm and ranch real estate agent from Texas. While Andrew would not comment on Riordan’s body being partially pulled through the plane window, McGinty was quoted as saying, “I wasn’t strong enough. A fireman from Celina, Texas jumped in there and helped and between the two of us we were able to get her back in.” It was then that Nurse Peggy and Andrew re-

portedly began to administer CPR. “He jumped into action, he didn’t hesitate. They worked on that lady for twenty minutes until we landed,” Tommy Needum said of his son’s actions. Andrew did say that he had full confidence that Captain Shults had the plane under control which allowed he and other passengers to help others. While he did not get into specifics of each of his fellow passengers’ roles they played, he did state, “We’ve been in contact with others on the plane.” The Needum’s story of Southwest flight 1380 is a testament to faith, family, service and courage. It’s a story of God’s presence amid tragedy and loss and the healing that can only come from Him. “We’re still healing. This isn’t over as far as the healing goes. We know we’re not alone. We know God’s in control.” When asked if his children were back at school after returning home the same week as the unforgettable event Andrew responded, “Yes they are. Friends heal.” Indeed they do, and it appears the Needum’s have many in the community. “We have a strong community here [in Celina]. We just ask for prayer. Thousands have been praying already and those prayers have been felt,” Andrew stated with a sincere air of gratitude. “We’ve had some emotional ups and downs, but God is good and He’s carrying us through.” So, what is the true measure of a man? The measure of a man is not judged by one event, but instead by a lifetime of little deeds and decisions, daily acts of service and selflessness, that lead-up to defining moments. And in those moments, do you look unto yourself or do you lean into God for the courage to act? The Corinthians chapter Pastor Lykins read to Andrew continues with the question of who is competent enough to be put on display for God. The answer, as stated in 2 Corinthians 2:17, are those who speak sincerely in Christ. Even vulnerable and teary-eyed, a strong, heroic fire fighter used national (even international) news to glorify God through tragedy, “That God’s glory shine through this.” Andrew Needum was not trying to publicize the story of his own heroism. He was seeking to use this unfortunate platform to witness to people about the faithfulness and goodness of God. I think we can all agree that therein lies the true measure of a man. OurCelina.com | May 2018

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No matter what your world view, no matter what your belief system, it is hard to argue with the fact that there is darkness in the world. It is nearly impossible to watch the news without seeing some form of tragedy, some form of depravity, some form of evil. We live in a time where many look around at the world and wonder how things could have come to this. How do we stand in the face of such evil and darkness? The Prophet Jeremiah lived a time such as this. God once again looked across the Earth and saw the wickedness of man. He sent his servant Jeremiah to be a light in the dark. He sent him to proclaim the judgment of God should His people not return to Him. God spoke to Jeremiah and said, “’17 Get yourself ready! Stand up and say to them whatever I command you. Do not be terrified by them, or I will terrify you before them. 18 Today I have made you a fortified city, an iron pillar and a bronze wall to stand against the whole land—against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests and the people of the land. 19 They will fight against you but will not overcome you, for I am with you and will rescue you,’ declares the Lord.” (Jeremiah 1:17-19) God challenges Jeremiah to prepare for battle. He calls him out to be a fortress against the rising evil in the world. He calls him

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to be bulwark against the darkness that is plaguing even the people of God. There is nothing great or special about Jeremiah, but God still choose to use him. Jeremiah even questions how God could allow evil to prosper in the world he created. Jeremiah is fearful of his calling. He is fearful of the darkness; but God calls him anyway. God doesn’t call Jeremiah because he is the strongest or the bravest. He calls him and promises to give him the strength and courage he needs to succeed. God doesn’t promise an easy road. He promises strife and difficulty, yet promises to stand by his side. Jesus reaffirms this promise to us. He tells his disciples, “In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” Battle is inevitable. Defeat is impossible. The Body of Christ is the light of the world. Just as Jeremiah, we have been called to stand against the darkness. We have been called to be a fortress for the weak. Too often we look at the evil of this world and despair. We forget that we, as believers, possess the hope of the world within us. We have not been chosen because of anything special about us, but simply because He loved us. We have to be His love to the world. Rather than curse the darkness, light a candle and spread the light. KJ Weisheit Student Pastor, FBC Celina Office: (972) 382-3171 OurCelina.com | May 2018

Home of the Brave By: Lisa Ferguson

At 9 a.m. Monday, May 28, the Celina Area Heritage Association will host its annual Memorial Day ceremony on the city’s downtown square. The patriotic event, which the public is welcome to attend, pays homage to past and present military members. Each year, the ceremony includes a presentation of the colors by an area color guard, the playing of Taps by a lone bugler and moving addresses by guest speakers. Following the program, attendees are invited to the Celina Museum to view its many military artifacts and enjoy light refreshments. Preserving local military history and memorabilia is important to CAHA board members, including founding board member Bob McKnight who for years has collected pieces for the military exhibits at the Celina Museum (he also hand-built many of the display cases in which the items are housed). Each year, board members construct small white wooden crosses that feature the names of local veterans who have died within the previous 12 months, which are also displayed at the museum. In the early 2000s, CAHA raised funds to build the Veterans’ Memorial monument on Celina’s square. Using information culled from old newspaper articles, founding board member Jane Willard created a booklet that is available at the museum, which features photos and biographical information about those whose names are engraved on the granite clocktower monument. Read on to learn about four of those brave Celina servicemen. Weldon “Stokes” Stallcup – On February 12, 1942, the Celina Record reported that local dentist Dr. W.H. Stallcup had received a letter from Hawaii sent by a friend of his son, U.S. Navy Ensign Weldon “Stokes” Stallcup. The letter advised that the younger Stallcup was reportedly missing in action near the area where the Battle of the Pacific had taken place. The information was confirmed days later via a telegram from the War Department.

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Weldon “Stokes” Stallcup

After training at naval flying school in Pensacola, Florida, Stokes Stallcup, who was in his late 20s, had been active in Navy’s air arm in the Pacific. In late 1941 he had flown a plane from Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, to Corpus Christi, and flew another one back. While in South Texas, his parents visited with him briefly, but reportedly did not see him again after that. In a letter he had sent home, Stallcup wrote that he had planned to dedicate his first bomb drop to the people of Celina. The Celina Record reported, “There is evidence that the opportunity to use it had come.” A memorial marker, bearing his name and the epitaph “Keep Your Chin Up,” was placed at Cottage Hill Cemetery. Lowell Eugene Kinney – The Celina High School graduate earned his wings at Army flying school in Lubbock before participating in tactical training in Salt Lake City, Utah. On November 19, 1942, his parents, Mr. and Mrs. H.A. Kinney, learned that their son, who piloted a U.S. Air Force bombing plane believed to have participated in raids on European munitions factories, was missing in action in Western Europe. Two months later, the couple received a message from the U.S. Secretary of War explaining that Second Lowell Eugene Kinney Lt. Kinney had been killed in action. The information was confirmed a year later via a message from the American Red Cross, whose national office had received a letter from a U.S. Air Force officer who was imprisoned in Germany. That man had sent a report compiled by a surviving member of Kinney’s crew, who was also being held in Germany. Photo courtesy of Jane Willard/ Celina Area Heritage Association

An article published in the Celina Record said that the report read: “After the aircraft was severely damaged by enemy action off St. Nazaire, France on 11/8, 1942, the crew abandoned the plane. Five were taken prisoners. The search for the remaining five was unsuccessful and, since they were beyond reach of shore by swimming, they are presumed lost.”

The younger Stelzer requested that his parents have the missive published in the Celina Record. “He says hello to everybody in Celina, he is okay, and not to worry about him,” the newspaper reported. Stelzer’s plane had reportedly gone down following several missions, and he became a POW. He was awarded the Air Medal with four Oak Leaf clusters, as well as the Distinguished Flying Cross. Following his service, he returned home and worked as a local farmer. He passed away in 2006 at age 84. Manford L. John – Celina residents Mr. and Mrs. Sam John, parents of Staff Sergeant Manford L. John, also learned via telegram in October 1943 that their son was missing in action over Schweinfurt, Germany. About a month later the couple received another telegram, this one from the War Department advising them that he was being held prisoner by the German government. That missive was followed months later by a letter home from Manford John himself, who reported that he was in a German Manford L. John prison camp. In the letter, he mentioned having crossed paths with J.B. Stelzer, and that the two had chatted about their shared Celina roots. “J.B. was really glad to see someone from home he knew,” John wrote. “So give my regards to everyone. I am reading the New Testament. We have an orchestra here and the boys are pretty good too. Got to go now. So please don’t worry.” Photo courtesy of Jane Willard/Celina Area Heritage Association

John spent 19 months as a POW before returning home to Celina in June 1945. According to the Celina Record, he arrived in good health despite having lost about 20 pounds, although he “regained it soon after his liberation.”

Kinney, who was 22 years old, was awarded the Air Medal, the American Campaign medal, the World War II Victory medal and the Purple Heart. His name is listed on the Tablets of the Missing at Cambridge American Cemetery in England.

OurCelina will be publishing a historical piece each month. We invite you to follow along on this journey that formed the city we all call home today. If you have any stories or photographs that you’d like to share, please email Renee@4CMEDIAGROUP.com.

James Baker “J.B.” Stelzer - In April 1943, the Celina High School graduate was presumed missing in action in Europe, according a telegram that his father, Fred Stelzer, received from the War Department. In June 1944, the then-Army Air Corps tech sergeant sent a letter to his parents from a German prison camp where he was being held.

Celina Area Heritage Association’s nine current board members, who are all volunteers, acquire, research and help preserve the numerous documents and artifacts that are stored and exhibited at the Celina Museum, at 211 W. Pecan St., which is open to the public from 1-3 p.m. Thursdays. Photo courtesy of Jane Willard/Celina Area Heritage Association

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Super Hero Night on the Square - May 12th The 3rd Annual Super Hero Movie Night on the Square takes place on Celina’s Downtown Square on Saturday, May 12th! This family-friendly event includes free activities from 6-8pm including an inflatable obstacle course, tug-of-war, Thor’s Hammer challenge, face painting, real life movie characters, a brand new obstacle course by Ninja Fitness and more! You can be a super hero to by adopting a pet through Collin County Animal Services and don’t forget to dress in your best villain or hero outfit for the Costume Contest! Free hotdogs courtesy of Brookshire's and Celina Area Professionals while supplies last! Other concessions available for sale and the downtown square restaurants, shops, and library will be open! Bring a blanket or lawn-chair for the free showing of "The Incredibles" (PG) at dark. Sponsorship are still available for this great community event!

Celina Main Street Program Receives National Accreditation

The Celina Main Street Program has received 2018 National Accreditation by the National Main Street Center/Main Street America™, highlighting the successful annual progress of the program. The Texas Historical Commission (THC) manages the Texas Main Street Program (TMSP) and nominated Celina’s program for the recognition. “The state recognition and national accreditation recognizes the hard work of these local programs, and the value placed on their historic downtowns,” said Debra Drescher, TMSP state coordinator. The announcement was made during the Main Street Now conference in Kansas City, Missouri, March 26–28.

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Celina has been in the Texas Main Street Program since 1997 and has received national accreditation 14 times since 1999. “It is great to be recognized and reconfirms the dedication and hard work all those involved in downtown including the Main Street Ad-

visory Board, Historic Preservation Commission, volunteers, business owners, and City Staff especially at a time of such growth and development. Things are happening, and now is a great time for residents to get involved,” said Jack Ousley, Chairman of the Main Street Advisory Board and Historic Preservation Commission. Selection criteria focuses on annual progress in planning, partnerships, staffing, volunteer efforts, preservation ethic, training, and program assessment through reporting. For additional information about the national Main Street effort, visit www.mainstreet.org/ home. For more information on the THC’s Texas Main Street Program visit thc.texas.gov/ preserve/projects-and-programs/texas-main-street. To learn more about Celina’s Main Street Program or to get involved visit www.celina-tx.gov/ mainstreet or contact Rebecca Barton at rbarton@celina-tx. gov or 972-382-2682 X7002.

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Progress Reports College Day All Choirs Performance/Rough Riders Game 5th Grade Visit to 6th Grade Center School Nurse’s Day Beginning Junior High Band Info Night STAAR 6th Grade/Math STAAR 6th Grade/Reading Beta Six Flags Field Trip Field Day 6th Grade Awards Ceremony/1:30pm

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All Choirs Performance/Rough Riders Game Symphonic Band Contest Beginner Junior High Band Info Night STAAR EOC Grade 8/Algebra/CHS STAAR 6th & 7th Grades/Math STAAR 8th Grade/Math Retest STAAR 6th & 7th Grades/Reading STAAR 8th Grade/Reading Retest STAAR 8th Grade/Science Discover DC 2018 Parent Meeting STAAR 8th Grade/Social Studies 7th Grade Field Trip 8th Grade Awards Ceremony/9:00am 6th Grade Awards Ceremony/1:30pm 7th Grade Awards Ceremony June 1st Discover DC Washington DCTrip

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FFA Banquet CHS Brigade Tryouts Academic Awards Night CTown Closed STAAR/EOC Algebra I AP English Literature/English 4 Exam STAAR/ US History EOC STAAR/Biology EOC AP Studio Art Portfolio Assembly AP US History Exam CHS Band Banquet AP Biology Exam CHS Senior Scholarship Night CTown Closed CHS Baccalaureate CHS Graduation

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TRACK

FIELD Congrats to sophomore Hannah Thompson and senior Major Martin. Both athletes will be representing Celina at the UIL State Track Meet! Hannah Thompson 800m 1600m Major Martin 300m Hurdles

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Douglas D. Box

By: Lisa Ferguson

Growing up, Douglas Box knew his family was unlike most other broods. His father was, after all, Cloyce Box, a WWII U.S. Marine Corps captain-turned-NFL champion who played for the Detroit Lions before launching a storied career as a successful oil man. “I knew he was this extraordinary guy and that he’d done extraordinary things just by virtue of the fact that we were living out there,” he said. By “out there,” 61-year-old Box is referring to the stately, sprawling ranch house and acreage near the intersection of Preston Road and Main Street in Frisco. Known back then as Box Ranch, the homestead gained worldwide fame when it served as the original Southfork Ranch during the first season of the megahit CBS television show Dallas. However, a series of tragic events – including a fire in the late 1980s that destroyed the house, bad business deals, and the elder Box’s unexpected death in 1993 – all but decimated the family’s bond along with its fortunes.

as well as the missteps that led to legal battles resulting from the family’s business dealings, which ultimately caused major rifts between Douglas Box and his three older brothers. These days, Box said he is struck with sadness whenever he drives past his family’s former home, which was in the process of being rebuilt when Cloyce Box died of a heart attack at age 70. Construction ceased at the site, and the property fell into foreclosure before being sold to businessman Baxter Brinkmann (it is now known as Brinkmann Ranch). For decades, the house’s unfinished steel frame has seemingly sat suspended in time as the city of Frisco has flourished around it. “It just pulls at my heartstrings. I literally grew up there. I learned how to swim there, I learned how to ride a bike there, I learned how to shoot a gun there,” Box said. “It’s very hard for me to drive by the ranch and not have a key to the front gate anymore and go in there, because it was my home. … It was in my family for decades. It was … our nucleus, and it was the center of my dad’s world.”

Still, Douglas Box persevered. In the years since, the Dallas resident has penned a pair of books - the first titled “Cutter Frisco: Growing Up on the Original Southfork Ranch,” followed by “Texas Patriarch: The Rise and Fall of a Family Empire.” Box will discuss the books and share tidbits about his life and family when he speaks during a special event being hosted by the Celina Public Library at 7 p.m. Thursday, May 17 inside Celina Council Chambers, 112 N. Colorado St. The public is invited to attend. Admission is free. “Cutter Frisco” touches on the notoriety the family and ranch received courtesy of the television show, he said, while “Texas Patriarch” is “a cautionary tale” that details the life of Cloyce Box,

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Author Douglas Box will discuss his books and participate in a Q&A session on May 17 during a special event being hosted by the Celina Public Library.

By Lauren Graves Youth Services Librarian, Celina Public Library

How are you going to make this summer rock? Barbecues and swimming with your family? Summer camp? Why not make reading part of the summer fun? The Celina Public Library is here to help make this summer the best one yet! The library presents its Summer Reading Program from June 1 through August 1. This summer’s theme is Libraries Rock! To show Celina how much its library rocks, we’ll be hosting a variety of events to support the program and bring families together. Studies have shown that reading consistently over the summer can counter the effects of summer learning loss. Educators agree that reading to your child and/or having children read helps develop language and literacy skills. It also encourages children to become strong readers and writers. Reading together can inspire a love of reading and help foster a dedication to lifelong learning. The library’s Summer Reading Program events will include Story Time at the Farm from 10:30-11:15 a.m. June 1; a Summer Reading Program Kick-off event on the square at 10 a.m. June 9; a Karaoke Party from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. June 22; a visit to the library by the Perot Museum’s TECH Truck from 10:30 am.12:20 p.m. July 13; and an Awards Ceremony in early August (time and date TBA) for those who complete the Summer Reading Program. We will also continue to host our regular Weekly Story Time sessions from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Fridays throughout the summer (during weeks when the special events are not scheduled). Be sure to follow the library on Facebook (www.facebook. com/CelinaPublicLibrary) and Instagram (www.instagram.com/

celinapubliclibrary) for more details and updates about these and other exciting events. Summer Reading Program events will be open to anyone in the community who would like to attend. Participating in the reading program is easy and fun. Come see us at the library to sign up. We’ll provide you a reading packet to track your progress, as well as an incentive sheet that will have activities for you to compete. By August 1, participants must read 645 minutes and/or the minimum number of books designated for the Family Reader, Early Reader and Experienced Reader levels. Children who do not yet know how to read, but who can listen to books that are read to them, are considered to be at the Family Reader level and must complete 10 books. Early Readers, in grades 1-3, will be required to read a minimum of five books. Experienced Readers, in grades 4 and up, must read at least four novels. Minutes spent reading magazines, newspapers, or reading aloud to a family member also count. You may want to bring a book to your next family barbecue or when you’re sitting by the pool. (Adults are also welcomed to participate in the Summer Reading Program.) For every 15 minutes spent reading, participants can stop by the library with their reading packet, show their completed minutes to a staffer and claim a Book Buck that can be used to purchase items and materials at our book sales over the summer, as well as the sale that will be scheduled during our Awards Ceremony in August. From everyone at the library, we look forward to helping make your summer rock!

May 2018 - Celina Public Library Calendar of Events Friday, May 4 Monday, May 7 Friday, May 11 Saturday, May 12 Monday, May 14 Tuesday, May 15 Thursday, May 17 Friday, May 18 Monday, May 21 Friday, May 25 Monday, May 28 Tuesday, May 29 Friday, June 1

Mother Goose story time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Book sale, 6-8 p.m. Free “Sensory Modulation” course, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Mother Goose story time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Book sale, 6-8 p.m. Free “Meltdown Behavior” course, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Library advisory board meeting, 6-7 p.m. (public may attend) Book Club meeting, 10:30-11:30 a.m. Free Douglas Box author lecture, 7 p.m. (Celina Council Chamber, 112 N. Colorado St.) Mother Goose story time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Free “Applied Behavior Analysis” course, 6:30-7:15 p.m. Mother Goose story time, 10:30-11:15 a.m. Library closed Kids’ Book Club (grades 4-6), 7-8 p.m. Story Time at Graves Farm (Gunter), 10:30-11 a.m. Summer Reading Program begins Book sale, 6-8 p.m. OurCelina.com | May 2018

Soul Matters

Collin County will soon be breaking a barrier over a 1,000,000 people who reside in the county. Some would indicate in their own point of view it has already happened, and either welcome or resist the notion we are changing. Celina, TX is expecting to see many new faces in its midst. With new population come health concerns of how we care for our mental well-being and support our small town values and beliefs in the midst of tremendous growth and change. I decided to look up some research on current trends which would indicate Collin County’s statistics in mental health.

Being sensitive to my readers, I want to acknowledge if you have had a significant outcome from mental health that has occurred. My heart felt and deepest sadness is with you. If you are a family member or friend to someone who is no longer with us due to suicide, my heart felt and deepest sadness is with you. Texas Department of State Health Services statistics are published up to 2014 and

revealed significant numbers in the area of mental health because I value every life affected. When I thought about how an average of 10 families out of 100,000 was affected by significant loss of family members through intentional self-harm, it was frustrating. Take a moment and acknowledge the sadness and pain, please.

I don’t measure success of counseling based on many criteria. Death is one of them. I know not all of these cases were foreseen. Getting professional help before suicide happens is an obvious way to prevent this. I do stop and think about this question. Was every possible intervention or help used before the end of their life? If I had a chance to talk to 91 people and make a small difference, would it matter? Would it matter to the loved ones who are thousands of people who are left behind feeling the aftershock? Depression is linked as a leading cause of many of these occurrences. There are other significant outcomes connected with depression, as well. While suicide is very serious, I believe it necessitates education,

dialogue, and hope. Every indication of concern needs to be taken seriously. Be in tune with your loved ones. Know significant changes in mood, patterns, attitude, or words indicate concern. Get help! What you or I do is significant in the lives of people we talk to every day. Are small things such as smile or a 30 second listening session important to you? Take time and do this for someone else. I know you will benefit just as much. My Rooted Soul Counseling is committed to making a difference in lives – We are available for consultation at www.myrootedsoul.com or 972-716-3841. Andrew Siefers is one of two Licensed Professional Counselors located in Pecan Office Suites seeking after counseling concepts and ideas, just steps from the center of Celina Town Square. Some may know, but others will find out about the desires we have to create a space of rest, comfort, and healing for the weary souls of the area. www.thereclaimedsoul.com and www.myrootedsoul.com

Mothers of Preschoolers Meet & Greet Scheduled for May Get ready Moms of Celina because MOPS of Celina is moving in! MOPS, or Mothers of Preschoolers, provides an open and caring atmosphere where women can come together for support through this season of life. MOPS believes that remarkable things happen when moms come together. You do not have to be a “church-goer” or a specific denomination to join us! Come rally with us during our first ever Meet & Greet in Celina. We will share a moment of music, an overview of the program, some snacks and a MOM craft. The best part is that childcare will be provided! Please stay up to date by joining our Facebook group, “Celina MOPS!” You may RSVP for the Meet & Greet on that page as well so that we can adequately prepare for childcare. What/Where/When: Meet & Greet Info Meeting, First United Methodist Church of Celina at 9:30am on May 11, 2018 Official Start Date is September 7, 2018. We will be releasing the summer play date schedule and how to get registered at the meet and greet!

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Courtesy of Leightonsgift.com

Our family story includes in vitro fertilization (IVF), international adoption, domestic adoption, birth, death, and even a donor. On our journey we experienced joy, heartache, excitement and anticipation and we wouldn’t trade a minute of it, because those experiences made us who we are today and created one beautiful family, albeit, we’re a little bit biased. Amy and Chris Skaggs met in the summer of 2001 and were married July 23, 2005. All we ever wanted to do was have a family. Unfortunately, our dream was not easily achieved. However, after many tests, fertility treatments, prayers, and even a failed domestic and stalled international adoption, we were blessed to finally be pregnant - and with twins! We knew with Amy's small size, that she would probably spend some time on hospital bedrest and once the twins were born we would probably end up in the NICU. Up to about the 20th week of the pregnancy, it was pretty much text book. At that time, Amy was told that she needed to start taking it easy, and then on the 22nd week, she needed to start at-home bedrest. On April 22, 2011, the day we reached viability, or 24 weeks gestation, Amy let me know we needed to head to the hospital. After five full weeks on complete hospital bed rest, and a few false alarms, the twins decided they had enough and were ready to come into this world. Leighton Sophie Taylor and Jaxon Cohen were born on May 26, 2011. At only 28 weeks (Above) Chris Skaggs with and six days gestation (just over 11 weeks early), both babies were just over two pounds. Jaxon Jaxon. (Below) Amy Skaggs weighed in at 2 pounds and 6 ounces and Leighton 2 pounds and 8 ounces; however, they were tiny little fighters who amazed us and the hospital staff, on so many levels. After one week they with Leighton. were both off of CPap, and after two weeks they were doing well enough to no longer need additional oxygen as well. We just knew we were on our way to taking home our healthy miracles! Our world was rocked at 12:30am on June 16, 2011 with a phone call. Leighton had an unusually high fever for a preemie and it was quickly diagnosed as Late Onset Group B Strep (GBS). The infection took over her little body and she was in the arms of Jesus within 48 hours. Even though we lost Leighton, Jaxon was still in the NICU and we had to be strong for him and get him home. After Leighton’s passing, the doctors and nurses were watching Jaxon around the clock and had started broad-range antibiotics on him as a precaution. Throughout the next several weeks, he had some ups and down, but ultimately after a long 74 days in the NICU, we finally brought Jaxon home on August 8, 2011. We finally had our family; one baby on earth and one in heaven. We knew we wanted Leighton to have a lasting legacy and for her life to have a purpose - after all, she was here, she was a person. Leighton's Gift started unofficially when we requested donations in lieu of flowers for the memorial service. At that time, we were unsure what kind of foundation we were going to set up, or what our project would be but we knew we wanted to help families that found themselves in the NICU. Our “ah-ha” moment came one night when we had Jaxon home from the NICU. Amy had an uneasy feeling and needed to see Jaxon. She rolled over to her nightstand, and turned on the monitor to see Jaxon sleeping peacefully in his bassinet. 30

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That was it – we questioned why we didn’t have this type of technology available to us while admitted to the NICU. It’s physically impossible to be at the NICU 24 hours a day, seven days a week as a parent. However, what if families had a way to “connect” to their child even when they physically couldn’t be present? Especially when you consider that companies use webcam technology daily to connect people and close deals. The first project began in 2013 at Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, the only home Leighton ever knew. Leighton’s Gift set out to raise funds to install a NICU webcam at every bedside in the 45 bed NICU at Texas Health Plano. In January 2017 we successfully completed our initial project. Even though our first goal has been reached, we continue to raise funds to purchase web cameras for NICU beds at various hospitals enabling parents contact with their baby at any time. It is our sincere hope and prayer that “Leighton’s Gift” helps families who are faced with the difficult situation of a child admitted to the NICU feel more connected and comfortable when they are not able to be there in person.

Olivia, Amy, Chris and Jaxon Skaggs are all smiles at the 2017 Leighton’s Ride event.

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