My Jarrell Monthly • August 2022

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Uniting 76537

Hometown Care FOR A GROWING COMMUNITY

JARRELL ANIMAL HOSPITAL August "Dog Days" A Multi-Feature Look at Furry Friends and Jarrell ISD

Pets and Animals

Dr. Tom House, DVM Dr. Nathan Carlton, DVM Dr. Kara Harman, DVM

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INSIDE SPECIAL FOCUS

PETS & ANIMALS and BACK TO SCHOOL

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JARRELL ANIMAL HOSPITAL Quality Care with a Down Home Feel

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ASK THE EXPERT Snakes and Pet Safety

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SHELTER STORIES Adoption Options

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ROYAL MENTORS Retired Teachers Helping the Next Generation

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FIVE QUESTIONS Igo's New Principal

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76537 LIFE JISD Redistricting

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Nothing about Jarrell Animal Hospital is small except the patients.

(Photos by Christianna Bettis)

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BEAUTY & PERSONAL CARE AND OUTDOORSMEN (AND WOMEN)

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AROUND TOWN Jarrell's New P&Z Board

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NEIGHBOR LEIGH The Grateful Life

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PARTING SHOT Escape from the Jarrell Community Library

28 ON THE COVER: Doctors Tom House DVM, Nathan Carlton DVM, and Kara Harman DVM at Jarrell Animal Hospital.

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EXECUTIVE EDITOR

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Ann Marie Kennon

COMMUNITY EDITOR Camy Reynolds Camy is a native Texan and mom of three who has lived in Jarrell since 2009.

She serves her community as a director on the Sonterra MUD Board, is on the board for the Jarrell Education Foundation, on the District and Igo's Educational Improvement Committees, and founded the local Facebook group Mom Tribe Jarrell that has over 1,400 members.

EDITOR'S NOTE | CAMY REYNOLDS August is usually a bittersweet month for me because it signifies the end of summer and the transition back to a regular schedule. This year my feelings about August have changed. I am desperate for cooler days and some much needed rain! My family and I did enjoy one last summer activity and we would like to thank the Jarrell Community Library for creating a fun and challenging escape room. The underwater hotel was a blast and I am proud to report we 'escaped' just in the nick of time!

COMMUNITY LIAISON Janet Hage Janet Hage has been part of the Jarrell community for almost 30 years. She has been involved in community fundraisers, campaigns, and committees; volunteered with JISD, and worked for the City for more than seven years. She is a development partner of NW Wilco, LLC and serves on the Community Library Board of Directors.

Janet focuses her energy on serving, giving back, and uniting the community in positive ways.

SENIOR WRITER / EDITOR Charlotte Kovalchuk CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Linda A. Thornton • Cassidie Cox GRAPHICS & DESIGN Sandra Evans • Ann Marie Kennon

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As we enter back to school mode I would like to introduce you one of Jarrell ISD’s newest principals, Dr. Brenda Jirasek.

You can learn more about her on page 18. You will also want to pay close attention to the recent JISD redistricting and what it means for the upcoming school board elections.

If you feel like now is the right time to grow your family by four legs, then our story on all the different pet adoption options is perfect for you. As well, if you are searching for a vet to love on your fur baby look no further than Jarrell Animal Hospital. They are a staple in our community and have grown not only in size but also in the level of care and services they provide.

Exciting things are happening in the City of Jarrell, including the creation of their first Planning and Zoning Committee. Hear what Chair Cozmo Lewis has to say and more about P&Z being an integral part of keeping the community vision in tact.

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by Charlotte Kovalchuk • photos by Christianna Bettis

When Rebecca Alacci’s Australian Shepherd Lana tore her ACL last summer chasing horses, Jarrell Animal Hospital was there to provide the compassionate, high-caliber care she needed to get back on her paws.

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ana sustained an injury to her other leg while recovering, which resulted in a total of two surgeries by Dr. Tom House, whose caring touch made the traumatic experience easier for Rebecca and Lana. “He was very kind and patient, explained things very well, and took really good care of her,” Rebecca says. “He clearly cares about animals and was very compassionate to her. She was clearly in pain—he was very aware of that and tried to make her as comfortable as possible. When this injury first happened, it was really tough to see her in so much pain and not able to walk. Now she’s walking, playing, and running again. She's living a dog's life.”

Lana’s story is just one example of the personable care Jarrell Animal Hospital provides every day, care that hasn’t changed despite the monumental growth the hospital has experienced in the last three years.

BUILDING A LEGACY Jarrell Animal Hospital is a full-service practice that has been serving Williamson County and neighboring cities since 2019. They use an affordable, common-sense approach and practice to the highest standard of veterinary medicine. When the facility opened its doors, half of its patients were horses, cows, goats, and pigs. Today, the patient population has shifted to small animals, mainly dogs and cats, a change that hospital owner and veterinarian Dr. Nathan Carlton (right) says correlates with Jarrell’s development as a suburban town. “We now see so many small animals that we are able to offer an array of medical, surgical, and dental procedures we couldn’t offer before,” from surgery to chemotherapy to blood transfusions.

“It’s exciting that we’re providing services not typically found in a general practice.”

Even though Jarrell’s growth has kept Jarrell Animal Hospital increasingly busy, which led to a move to a larger building last October, the team works hard to ensure every person who calls gets help. “Even if we’re 6

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slammed and booked, we will make space for a walk-in. We try very hard not to turn anyone away,” LVT and hospital manager Elisabeth Zabori-Blazquez says. Vet technician Robyn José adds, “I love that any time a phone call comes in, we are empowered to help right on the spot.”

And “even though we’re growing, we’re still able to be personable with everyone,” vet technician Daniela Kasper says.

SMALL PATIENTS, BIG HEARTS From connecting with animals to staying late to make sure each gets the help they need, Jarrell Animal Hospital’s team is

It’s a job Dr. Carlton has enjoyed since he was a kid surrounded by farm animals and a veterinarian dad.

“I love getting in animals that are sick and figuring out what’s wrong and helping them feel better. They don’t talk so you have to really pay attention to them. It’s a fun challenge.”

Having also grown up on a farm, Dr. House remembers a vet coming by to treat his calf he had bought for a high school ag project. “I could do better than that,” he thought. While he doesn’t know if he could have or not, today he does his best to serve the animals of Jarrell Animal Hospital and specializes in surgeries. It’s a difficult experience but a rewarding one, especially when he receives a note of gratitude from a client like Rebecca.

“Her dog was healthy and running around better than she had in several years. It’s rewarding when the client appreciates and acknowledges our efforts.”

For Dr. Kara Harman, her veterinary passion has always been about the connection between a person and an animal. “I love being an integral part of the relationship by caring for the health of the pet and making sure that relationship lasts as long as possible,” she says, adding that she focuses on behavior cases and is certified in Fear Free medicine, which strives to reduce pets’ anxiety and stress. “I also love working with rescues and helping to ensure those that don’t have a voice have someone supporting them.”

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Engaging with the Community

Dr. Kara Harman

With the goal of developing the next generation, Jarrell Animal Hospital supports area youth through veterinary internships, veterinary services for FFA programs, and donations to sports programs as well as the Jarrell Community Library. “Family is important to us.

All of us have children,” Elisabeth says. “It’s near to our hearts that we are fortunate to be able to help the youth of the community as well. We’re helping to develop the next generation in the best way we know how, which is teaching them skills in veterinary medicine.”

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dedicated to the wellbeing of every animal that comes their way. “Part of the reason we have grown the way we have is our determination to meet the needs of animals,” Dr. House says.

“And sometimes that means working after the clinic is closed or really working together to make sure everyone gets seen during the day.”

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hile you’re enjoying park hikes and trips to the beach, don’t forget that we’re not the only ones out and about in the summer. Snakes tend to be more active in the warmer months, resting in dark, cool spots or hunting for food at dawn or dusk to avoid the heat.

While most local snakes are not venomous, it is wise to encourage your pets to ignore or avoid them on the off chance they do come across a dangerous species.

Fred Reyna, owner and trainer at Texas Snake Avoidance, recommends owners don't take home safety for granted. "Always have a quick check of the porch and surrounding areas rather than just opening the door, particularly in the evening when snakes are soaking up sun energy to get them through the night. Keep an eye on wood or rock piles, shady areas, or condensation drips."

THE HELPFUL ONES According to Joe Plunkett, a Sun City snake wrangler, we should also remember to be nice to the ”good” snakes in our area. Rat, bull, brown, and earth snakes are beneficial and help control our rodent and pest population. Fewer rats and mice can help your dog avoid contracting leptospirosis, a bacterium that can be spread to people.

DANGER NOODLES Most venomous snakes in Central Texas are pit vipers, which is a focus for avoidance education. Fred says, "Rattlers, copperheads, and water moccasins are beneficial in

nature; they are only a problem if they bite us. A baby rattler's venom is most potent until it is about three months old, but an older snake has more volume and either of them will unload everything they have in order to survive."

If, despite your best efforts to avoid common habitats, you encounter a snake with your dog, it is best to keep your pet under control and walk away. He adds that snakes are primarily defensive and will not chase a dog or a human so simply steering clear is key to bite prevention. "Most snakes are just trying to survive and will leave on their own, or you can gently spray the critter with a hose until he moves away."

To maximize safety for your pet, Fred says, "Dogs can be taught to avoid snakes and perhaps just need a refresher now and then. We adapt dogs for avoidance using live snakes but, on your own, owners can also work on training their dog to return when called because they are excited about any kind of animal."

Fred travels the state to help pet owners and will arrange one-day classes to help educate dog-loving community groups like HOAs, rescues, vet clinics, etc. Contact him via Facebook/Texas-Snake-Avoidance.

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AFTER A BITE Joe cautions, “The main thing after a bite is to keep your dog calm. There is no home treatment for a venomous snakebite. Suction kits and tourniquets should not be used, and NSAIDs (ibuprofen) may increase bleeding. Benadryl and antibiotics will also not help as venom is not a histamine. Just get to a vet quickly." Fred adds it is not necessary to identify the snake but do keep your pet calm and keep the bite site below heart level if you can.

He recommends antivenom treatment at the vet. Joe adds, "Regular vets do not always stock antivenom, but local emergency veterinary hospitals such as Central Texas Veterinary Specialty & Emergency Hospital in Round Rock generally do. Before transporting an animal that has been bitten by a rattlesnake, call ahead and make sure the vet hospital is able to provide appropriate treatment."

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Scan the code for more on fostering, adopting, donating, and volunteering. The shelter also needs donations and sponsors for the 13th Annual Fur Ball Fundraiser Nov. 5 at the Sheraton in Georgetown. Email april.peiffer@wilco.org for more information.

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WILCO ANIMAL SHELTER Lost and abandoned animals find a safe haven at the Williamson County Regional Animal Shelter, the only shelter solely dedicated to caring for furry friends in, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Hutto, Leander, and the surrounding area. Despite constant overcrowding, the shelter has maintained a 90 percent save rate for 12 years, thanks to a community that always answers the call for fosters and adoptions when the shelter reaches critical capacity. Community Programs Coordinator April Peiffer says, “We have had critical capacity issues all year, and we hope for community’s support every day through adoptions, fostering, volunteering, and donating. This will help us answer the community's call to our service—saving lives.”

Another part of that life-saving mission is volunteering, which provides extra hands-on help that raises the quality of care for the dogs and cats. The transport program also allows the shelter to send dogs to other areas of the county, while the off-site adoption program helps animals get adopted at partner stores.

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In May, Georgetown was ranked the fastest growing city in the U.S., and as the human population skyrockets, so does the pet population.

Since the 1990s, the Georgetown Animal Shelter has averaged 1,750 annual pet and wildlife intakes, works to reunite lost pets, and helps animals find new homes.

“Despite our small size and growing animal population, we have achieved 'no-kill' status with a 90 percent or

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shelters have the highest rate of euthanizing unwanted senior pets with no place to call home.

To support pets and their owners, the shelter operates a food pantry and participates in the Emancipet Voucher Program to assist residents.

The shelter also offers low-cost microchipping and city licenses to promote quick reunions.

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One year later, she founded that home—Living Grace Canine Ranch—a 501(c)3 animal welfare organization, in Bertram, Texas. “It was a new chapter for old dogs and the people who love them,” Rhonda says. Today, thanks to Rhonda and her community of support, 98 dogs live at the ranch and 22 live in family homes as part of the Forever Foster Program.

Shelter staff work with local golden years at Living businesses and organizations to Grace Canine Ranch host adoption events, donation Animal lovers can support drives, education, and special Living Grace by: promotions. Plus, make plans for the Kittens in the Becoming a Sponsored Angel of Sanctuary SweetLibrary adoption event Aug 12 and Oct 4. hearts with a monthly donation at LivingGraceCaTo support your local shelter, consider: Volunteers are a vital part of shelter operations, and they offer a variety of opportunities. For more information on volunteering, visit Pets.Georgetown.org/ Volunteers.

Friend of the Georgetown Animal Shelter: Friends help the shelter with funding for emergency veterinary care and shelter improvements. Learn more at FriendsOfGtownShelter.org.

LIVING GRACE CANINE RANCH What happens when someone is no longer able to care for a pet? Rhonda Minardi asked herself this question when her mom was diagnosed with Stage IV pancreatic cancer and her mom was less concerned about herself than her lifelong pet companion, Lucy. A few years later, Rhonda came across a local shelter giving tree.

After realizing all the remaining pets on the tree were senior dogs, she delivered more then $3,000 in goods to fill every wish list request. She also learned Texas

nineRanch.org/residents. A $12 monthly donation provides medicine for seniors with conditions like diabetes and kidney and heart disease.

Donate to the Doggie Dental ‘22 Project, which is working to raise $76,000 for medical equipment to treat ranch residents with dental diseases.

Host a Let’s Shake Paws Party at The Ranch. A fundraising event team will plan every detail so guests can experience Living Grace’s motto, “Where Love Resides.”

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TEXAS HUMANE HEROES When overcrowded shelters reach a point at which they are forced to euthanize, Texas Humane Heroes steps in. Texas Humane Heroes was established in 1979 as the Humane Society of Williamson County before acquiring shelters in Leander and Killeen and rebranding. It is a no-kill nonprofit organization that rescues dogs and cats from overwhelmed shelters throughout Central Texas. Just this year, 1,511 of their animals have found forever homes, including George  AU G U S T 2 0 2 2  M Y J A R R E L L M O N T H LY

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(below) after he spent more than 600 days with the organization. “We couldn’t figure out why he wasn’t being adopted as he was the best dog ever!” marketing manager Sam Rogers says. “A couple weeks ago, he found his forever home. Our whole team was ecstatic and so proud of George.”

Two full-time veterinarians work at Texas Humane Heroes, enabling the organization to take in animals with extreme medical needs. “Just this year we took in a dog with a massive 6-pound cancerous tumor, a dog with multiple broken bones in her legs, a dog and cat with broken pelvises, and several animals with traumatic injuries that required amputation, surgery, or rehabilitation,” Sam says.

Texas Humane Heroes currently houses 255 animals at both shelters and is always in need of donations and volunteers.

HARLEY'S ANGELS After a fire claimed her home and the lives of four of her dogs, Regina Roberts (photo right) searched for a way to overcome her depression. She and her husband Gary found it by starting Harley’s Angels Dog and Cat Sanctuary (named for one of their dogs whose persistent barking during the fire saved their lives) and dedicating their lives to helping animals faced with adoption challenges like age, size, and medical or temperament issues.

Harley’s Angels’ mission is to help residents heal, trust, and learn social skills so they can be placed in loving homes. “However, for many of them, this will never happen,” Lisa Dixon with Harley’s Angels says. “So for those, Harley’s is committed to them for their lifetime.”

Today, Harley’s houses 44 dogs in cottages in Florence and has helped countless more, from an injured Yorkie that was hit by a car that now lives the life of a senior in Sun City, to a bubbly pit bull in need of ongoing cancer surgeries as well as a foster home.

For those who wish to support Harley’s Angels, the organization is in need of:

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A volunteer groomer, trainer, and veterinary services.

Fostering or adopting.

Building and maintenance assistance and supplies.

Funding for utility bills, vet bills, chicken and organ meat, kibble, medicines, and supplements for residents.

Volunteering/funding from church groups, scout groups, men’s groups, ball teams, and other organizations looking to serve the community.

Email harleysangelssanctuary@ yahoo.com or visit them at Facebook/HarleysAngelsSanctuary.

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Jarrell's New Planning & Zoning Committee

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anaging community growth while preserving its small-town character is part of Jarrell’s vision for the future—the city’s new Planning and Zoning Committee aims to help as another civic gatekeeper alongside the City Council. P&Z Chair Cozmo Lewis says, “With the influx of all the new residents moving here, it’s about making sure the businesses and properties coming in are properly placed in the right areas, and helping steer the growth of not only residents and businesses but recreational spaces and schools.”

Without a P&Z committee, Lewis adds, things can go awry. “We wouldn’t want just anyone building anywhere. We wouldn’t want an industrial park in a neighborhood.

P&Z is an integral part of keeping the community vision in place.”

Every second Tuesday at 5:30pm at City Hall, four community members review land development applications in the

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city limits and make recommendations to the City Council based on community needs and Jarrell’s Comprehensive Master Plan.

Members of the community are invited to attend and public input is encouraged. “It’s a good way for folks to get a first glance at what’s coming to town and help make recommendations before things get voted on at City Council,” Cozmo says.

With a mix of long-time Jarrell residents, a real estate broker, and a construction project manager, P&Z members bring different perspectives to the table. For Cozmo, that’s knowledge of the inner workings of commercial construction projects as a project manager of an Austin-based engineering construction firm. Working with mostly commercial businesses — everything from restaurants to the Tesla Gigafactory, from a couple thousand dollars to billions — will help him vet incoming businesses, he says.

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He may add another civic role to his resume soon; driven by a commitment to city and civil services, transparency, the city’s vision, and the people who live here, Lewis plans to run for Jarrell mayor November 8. It was an idea he started mulling over after being encouraged by several community members to pursue the leadership position. Born in Austin, raised in Georgetown, and now a six-year resident of Jarrell, Cozmo believes his experience both in and beyond Jarrell would be an asset to the city. He hopes to continue serving the community in ways big and small and encouraging additional support for Jarrell as its needs grow with the population. “I feel like with my experience in growth and being in the community for some time now, I can help support the unprecedented arrival of new citizens and businesses while still maintaining the identity of Jarrell.”

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ROYAL MENTORS Teachers Helping Teachers

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eggy Howard remembers facing a steep learning curve as an elementary teacher in Michigan.

“You look back on your first year and think, wow, I knew nothing,” she says. Now she and 20 other retired teachers are looking forward to passing on their know-how to a new generation of educators through Jarrell ISD’s Royal Mentor program.

“There are so many retired teachers in the area who want to inspire and motivate our younger teachers.

They have a wealth of knowledge; we hope to tap into that knowledge and help teachers new to the profession,” Assistant Superintendent Pennee Hall says.

The brainchild of Pennee and her former colleague, the teacher mentorship program aims to support educators who have one year or less of experience. “Research shows we lose teachers between zero and 5 years of service. Hopefully we

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can facilitate support to get them through those first crucial years.

They need help because teachers young to the profession have so much to do and learn that they may become overwhelmed,” Pennee told mentors at a luncheon in June.

“They need a cool, calm, collected voice to provide support and say, ‘You can do it.’ ”

FIRST YEAR IN SCHOOL Starting in the fall, mentors will be paired with teachers at Jarrell’s four schools. Each will be entrusted as a safe space and sounding board, and will also sit in the classroom to offer suggestions between classes on how to handle problems with students.

Executive Director of Teaching and Learning Patty Cote finds this new paradigm surprising but refreshing. “When I was a teacher, I would rather have cut off my foot

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than let anyone know I was struggling,” she says. “It was a different generation, and unfortunately I grew up in a time of teaching when we were very competitive. Teachers now are hungry for that feedback.

Generationally, new teachers are so much more open to it and even seek to know, ‘How will I be supported on my campus?’ ” Former teachers like Susie Hutson are only too happy to provide that support. “I think it’s great for the older generation to give back to the younger generation in this way,” she says, having taught in New York and California before making her home in Sun City. “Teaching is so important. Children are so important.

They’re the future and they deserve the best of the best.”

To learn more about the Royal Mentor program, email pennee. hall@jarrellisd.org.

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FI V E QUESTIONS

Meet Dr. Brenda Jirasek

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mong the new faces at Igo Elementary his year will be that of the new principal. She was unanimously approved by the Jarrell ISD Board of Trustees in May. Dr. Brenda Jirasek (Jer-ahsick) was raised on her family’s farm just north of Bartlett, where she learned the values of hard work and teamwork. She earned her bachelor’s degree from Mary-Hardin Baylor, her master’s degree from the University of Houston, and received her Ph.D. in Educational Leadership in 2011. Prior to moving to Jarrell, Dr. Jirasek served as principal in Cotulla ISD for nine years.

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN EDUCATION? I have been in education for 35 years—25 of those in public schools. I have served at all levels; elementary, middle, and high school. I have served as a teacher and as an administrator and am eager and ready to meet my new students as principal.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE MOST ABOUT YOUR JOB? As a principal, I enjoy helping teachers and scholars grow. In a more general sense, I love education, the diversity of the challenges the job presents, and the pace of the everyday work. Each day is different and I enjoy being able to solve problems for people in creative ways.

WHAT IS YOUR LEADERSHIP STYLE? I love to collaborate, and I want stakeholders to be involved but I also acknowledge my responsibility for everything on the campus. I am a purposeful person and my decisions reflect that.

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I believe communication must be a focal point as well so I have an open door policy for everyone—parents, scholars, and teachers.

WHAT DREW YOU TO JARRELL ISD? I remember Jarrell as a small community and I am excited to be part of that growth. I am impressed with the leadership and look forward to learning from these educators.

WHAT ARE YOUR PRIORITIES AND FOCUS FOR THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR? Our campus is very well equipped so my focus will be on people—parents and scholars are my mission in life. I want Igo to be a team of collaborative teachers where parents feel welcome and scholars feel loved. We will be implementing active cognitive engagement1, student-centered learning, and questioning techniques.

It is my hope and mission to build relationships with families and stakeholders so they will learn to trust my leadership. I believe trust is not given; it must be earned and, with this in mind, we can consistently learn from each other. At this very moment I am working to facilitate greater connection via social media, e-mails, phone calls, and a regular newsletter.

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very 10 years, the U.S. Census facilitates the process of redrawing local, congressional, and state districts to ensure each has an equal number of citizens. Jarrell, the report showed, was in particular need of redistricting. Its population jumped from just over 8,200 in 2010 to roughly 16,600 in 2020. “The demographer said he’s never seen anything like it before,” Superintendent Dr. Toni Hicks says. “It was striking how much growth happened in ten short years, and it’s not looking to slow down anytime soon.”

JISD TRUSTEES Made up of seven community members who represent single-member districts, Jarrell ISD’s school board is required to review census data every decade to assess population and other demographic changes.

School districts are required to re-divide single-member districts to balance the total population if the number of residents in the most populous district

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exceeds the number of the least populous by more than 10 percent. Trustees worked with Walsh Gallegos’ law firm and spent five months on the redistricting map, ensuring the new boundaries accurately reflect the town’s growth and provide fair voter representation.

“We wanted to make sure all our stakeholders’ voices are heard,” Dr. Hicks says.

Two areas that saw the most change were Sun City, a fast-growing and active subdivision within Jarrell ISD, and Sonterra, which had a 778 percent population difference from other districts. As a result, District 7 was split into three districts—1, 3, and 7. “It is important to the Jarrell ISD school board that the voices of the Sun City and Sonterra communities are represented within Jarrell ISD,” Dr. Hicks says.

Redistricting changed one school board seat to re-balance the population within districts “Ultimately, it came down to not preserving incumbencies to make sure the voices of Jarrell families are represented,” Dr. Hicks says.

Three seats will be up for election Nov 8—Place 5, represented by Tamara Dozier; Place 7, Rebecca Kirby; and Place 4, Dave Lovelace. Candidates may pick up a packet from the Jarrell ISD Administration Office at 108 E. Avenue F or scan the code.

Deadline to file is August 22.

Notes about redistricting: Does not add any new districts Only affects individual trustee district boundaries Does not impact attendance zones boundaries, feeder patterns, or citizens’ taxes Relates exclusively to the election of board members

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The Grateful Life

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he fireworks were a few weeks ago but I am still enjoying the sense of thankfulness that came to mind among the flashbangs and mosquito swatting. Thinking about freedom and such, I reminded myself that sometimes it's enough just to be happy in a moment. It was a nice break from the worldly negativity that never seems to go away, and grateful people are the happiest and most emotionally healthy, right?

So I thought about it and was happy in that moment that so many people in this great country are able to spend money just to watch it burn, albeit high in the sky in pretty colors.

Then, as it normally does when I'm pondering, my Leigh side took over and I thought... how thankful is every bouncer and bartender in the nation to realize that for the next year or so, they don't really have to do math when checking IDs. Everyone born in 19-anything can come on in and have a drink.

Let's talk about how happy I am for dopamine. How great is it that our brains actually reward us every time we achieve even the smallest goal in life? My ex used to call me a "relief junkie" and it's wonderful to know that while he meant it as an insult, there is a scientific reason I look so forward to making my deadlines every month or paying off my credit cards (again). I'm just addicted to accomplishing goals and thus, a dopamine junkie be I. I'm also grateful that I was today years old when I found out the chainsaw was invented for childbirth. Nice that no one in the modern age needs to know that. My friend Nate (who is 12—why would HE need to know that?) shared that bit of trivia and, turns out, it was a 1780s hand-crank medical device and not the world's worst horror movie. Still... I'm ever more grateful for modern medicine.

I'm super thankful for that last knuckle on our pinky fingers. Each is perfectly formed—and located in just the right spot—to make a little shelf for cell phones so we can hold them and text with the same hand.

Having just come back from a long road trip, I'm also grateful (again) to live in Texas. We drove though beautiful country and lovely little towns for days and, while I envied their lush greenery (from plenty of rain), I realized 26

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we totally live in a prosperous little bubble in this state. In other states, the answer to what is this pandemic recession thing of which I hear on the news was evident in empty streets, dark businesses, and diners we got off the highway to stop in but were not open, or were only offering delivery—sights I'm just not accustomed to here. Sad to see, but I guess those are the folks who are packing up moving here. Go Texas!

I'm grateful that people in Hollywood didn't forget how to make a blockbuster movie in the past couple of years when no one went to the theaters. Even though there are infinite 'artsy' flicks we're supposed to say we like, movie makers haven't given up on dinosaurs, fighter pilots, and superheroes that completely consume us while we shovel in the popcorn and never take our eyes off the screen. Ready for "Harry Potter and Indiana Jones & That Time We All Had Fun at the Movies" anyone?

Fire. We just built a fire pit in the backyard and I am grateful anew for this most basic element of the universe.

Sitting in a popup chair in the quiet, with nary a device, I seem to be able to stare at the flames for an endless amount of time without being bored. I love the comfort, the heat, and the very primal sense of time travel to when people were content to do no more than look up at the stars and talk until they had to get up and hunt down breakfast. Then I remember to be grateful I don't have to stalk a McMuffin before eating it.

Also today, I'm happy someone posted a TikTok about brown noise being helpful for focus and sleep to my ADHD brain. I'd never even heard of it a week ago but I am suddenly able to do things like write this column in less than four hours—without thinking about food, checking my email, or procrastinating with more TikToks.

Even my prayer time is more meaningful because I turn on the brown noise app and my attention lasts way beyond, "Heavenly Father, I thank... look, a bird!" Seriously, if you haven't tried it, find an app (use headphones).

So, since I made my deadline early, I'm going celebrate with a hit of dopamine from vacuuming up all the dog hair in my living room (again). Hey, it's a goal, even if it's replicated daily, so it counts.

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he Jarrell Community Library hosted its first-ever escape room in Jarrell last month and it was a major success! Bethany Isaak and her family helped set up the Underwater Hotel escape room with a goal to make it tough, but doable for adult groups and families with children as young as 11.

Bethany said, “We set up the room to make it seem realistic, as if the participants were actually in a hotel room.

We hid the different items with natural placement in mind—where someone might actually hide them. It was a fun challenge and we’re glad so many people have been able to enjoy it!”

The overwhelming positive response from the community meant the library's scheduled time slots filled up quickly so more were quickly made available. Kayla Carbajal and her group (above) were among the clever captives to escape and she described it as, "Thrilling, exciting, engaging, and challenging."

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