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NEWSPAPER IN EDUCATION

Dr. Carlos Enriquez Quezada Longview Regional Medical Center OBGYN, Trailblazer Multilingual, Top Doc Makes Longview Home

Longview High School

James Brewer LHS Principal Asst. Superintendent Of Secondary Education Talks Gratitude

Josh Worsham Principal of Ware Elem. School Discuses COVID-19 Career Day

WARE ES CAREER DAY

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school spotlight

December 3, 2020

Dr. Carlos Quezada

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Mr. James Brewer

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Officer Kelsey Kennedy, Diana Monsivais, Buddy the Python, Justin Haydock teach Ware Elementary students.

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Officer Kelsey Kennedy allows students to touch Buddy the Python while Ms. Diana Monsivais shows Buddy is harmless hence he is on her shoulders.

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ETAA launches In-Home Texas ABLE® Program Respite Program

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The East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance (ETAA) has created a new in-home respite program which will offer family caregivers access to no-cost, short-term relief with the help of in-home care professionals. The program will provide 20 hours of in-home respite.

HOLIDAY SEASON

SWEPCO gives SEVEN electrical safety tips

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Merry Christmas from East Texas Review

Southwestern Electric Power Co. (SWEPCO), an American Electric Power (Nasdaq: AEP) company, encourages the public to be mindful of electrical safety during the holiday season due to decorative lights draped through trees and around homes.

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Texas Comptroller announces prepaid debit card

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The Heart of the Matter is You Heartis is proud to announce that our communities will be participating in the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program announced on October 16, 2020, by the Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Defense. Contd. on Page 15

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HP HQ moving to Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced that Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) will relocate its global headquarters to Spring, Texas from San Jose, California. Contd. on Page 15

2 EDUCATION TEACHER INSPIRES STUDENT Ivriah Horton is a senior who plans to go to University of Texas in Arlington, or Texas Tech in Lubbock to study Creative media or Radio/TV Communications. She attended Hudson Pep, Foster GT, and have been in the Dual Credit program at LHS garnering college credits hence saving on college tuition. Her favorite subject is History and her most favorite teacher is Calvin Hanzik because he inspired her. Ivriah Horton

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emit much heat, it could eventually be SWEPCO recommends the following seven enough to dry out the tree limbs. safety tips for your home this holiday season: 1. Use only lights and extension cords that 3. Never attach electric lights to metal trees. A malfunction could lead to a dangerous, are safety-certified by a recognized testperhaps fatal, shock to anyone touching ing agency such as Underwriters Laboany part of the tree. Instead, use colored ratory (UL). Check your tree lights and floodlights to give a safer illumination. outdoor lights for damage each year before you use them. Discard lights with 4. Select lights appropriately and never use indoor lights outside because they are not frayed wires, loose connections and brodesigned to be waterproof and could short ken or cracked sockets. circuit. Outdoor lights are usually hotter 2. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for than indoor and could pose a hazard if using tree lights. All lights should be fasplaced on a tree. tened securely to the tree, but never with conductive wire. Bulbs should not come 5. Connect lights to power strips that have several outlets and a built-in circuit breakinto direct contact with needles or brancher to avoid overloading wall outlets or exes on natural trees. Though they don’t

tension cords. Never run electrical cords under carpets or rugs where daily walking and wear could cause fraying and overheating. Unplug all unnecessary electrical equipment before restoring power if fuses blow or circuits trip in the home. 6. Be sure to turn off all lights when you leave the house or go to bed. Disconnect lights by pulling the plug, not by yanking on the cord. 7. Remind children never to touch lights or outlets. To save energy this holiday season, SWEPCO suggests using LED (light-emitting diode) string lights.

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Learning freedom is not free. Cheering and appreciating Wounded Warriors.

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TEXAS ABLE® PROGRAM continued from page 1

Learning freedom is not free. Cheering and appreciating Wounded Warriors.

The Most Important Factor in Your Family’s Education is

YOU Give your family the best chance for success by supporting their education at home and at school.

Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, sticking to a schedule, partnering with teachers and administrators, utilizing culturally sensitive best practices, and tapping into local resources are just a few of the ways that you can support distance learning at home and keep your family on track for educational success.

Texas Comptroller Glenn Hegar has announced the launch of the U.S. Bank® Focus Card — a new prepaid debit card for Texas ABLE® Program account owners. With the Focus Card, Texas ABLE account owners can pay for qualified disability expenses on the go or online — anywhere nationwide that accepts Visa® debit cards. “This is a powerful tool that gives Texas ABLE account owners a convenient new way to use the funds in their accounts,” Hegar said. “This increased flexibility will help account holders manage their personal finances and become more financially independent.” The Focus Card is a reloadable prepaid debit card funded by withdrawals from the Texas ABLE account. Account owners can transfer money from the account to the card and use it when needed. Balances on the card are covered by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC). Texas ABLE account owners can log into their account at any time and request a Focus Card on the “Profile” tab. New enrollees can request a card at the time of enrollment. Beneficiaries of the Texas ABLE account can request a card for themselves; authorized legal representatives on the account can re-

quest a card for themselves or for the beneficiary, but not both. Go to the Comptroller’s website for more information about the Focus Card (www.texasable.org/using-able/#usbank-focus-card). There is no cost to enroll in the Focus Card Program, but some fees may be assessed based on how the card is used. Please refer to the Fee Schedule for details regarding fees associated with the Focus Card Program. Account balance and transaction history are available anytime via the U.S. Bank Mobile App or online at usbankfocus.com. Established by the Texas Legislature and administered by the Texas Comptroller’s office, the Texas ABLE Program allows Texans with disabilities to save in a tax-advantaged account while preserving eligibility for certain means-tested state and federal programs. Texas ABLE is open to eligible Texans who experience the onset of a disability before the age of 26 and are entitled to Supplemental Security Income or Social Security Disability Insurance benefits or have a condition on the Social Security Administration’s list of Compassionate Allowances Conditions or a physician’s diagnosis of a qualifying condition. For more information on Texas ABLE, in-

cluding how to request a Focus Card, visit TexasABLE.org or call 844-4TX-ABLE (844489-2253). The Focus Card is issued by U.S. Bank National Association pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc. © 2020 U.S. Bank. Member FDIC. Use of the Focus Card is subject to the terms and conditions of the Cardholder Agreement and related documents. Other than FDIC insurance for the Bank Savings Account Option, accounts are not insured or guaranteed and could lose money (including the principal invested). Before investing in the Program, investors should carefully consider the federal and state tax consequences, possible negative effects on eligibility for federal or state benefits, possible Medicaid recapture, investment objectives, risks, administrative fees, service and other charges and expenses associated with the Program. The Program Disclosure Statement and Participation Agreement contains this and other information about the Program and may be obtained by visiting TexasABLE.org or by calling 844-4TX-ABLE (844-489-2253). Investors should read the Program Disclosure Statement and Participation Agreement carefully before investing.

terprise has chosen to call Texas home, and I thank them for expanding their investment in the Lone Star State by relocating their headquarters to the Houston region,” said Governor Abbott. “Hewlett Packard Enterprise joins more than 50 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in the Lone Star State, including 22 in the Houston area alone. That is because Texas offers the best business climate in the nation. Our low taxes, high quality of life, top-notch workforce, and tier one universities create an environment where innovative companies like HPE can flourish. We look forward to a successful partnership with HPE, as together we build a more prosperous future for Texas.” “As we look to the future, our business needs, opportunities for cost savings, and team members’ preferences about the future of work, we are excited to relocate HPE’s headquarters to the Houston region,” said Antonio Neri, CEO of HPE. “Houston is an attractive market to recruit and retain future diverse talent and where we are currently constructing a state-of-the-art new campus. We look forward to continuing to expand our strong presence in the market.” “HPE’s headquarters relocation is a signature moment for Houston, accelerating the momentum that has been building for the last few years as we position Houston as a leading digital tech hub,” said Bob Harvey,

president and CEO of the Greater Houston Partnership, the economic development organization serving the Greater Houston area. “Houston has long been a hub for global innovation and offers leading tech companies a deep bench of digital and corporate talent to drive success. We are excited HPE leadership recognized this, and look forward to welcoming the headquarters team to Houston.” “It’s a smart relocation move for HPE to come to Texas, bringing their Corporate Headquarters to North Harris County! These are great 21st century jobs for Texans,” said Senator Paul Bettencourt. “As one of the State Representatives for the Spring area, I am elated that Hewlett Packard Enterprise has chosen to relocate their new Global Headquarters to Spring. New business growth such as this is one of the primary economic drivers to look forward to in an area that will see tremendous job creation, providing new innovation and opportunity for our communities. HPE’s “state-ofthe-art” facility will add another jewel to the crown that is our community and our home. With the impact this year of COVID on our local businesses, the addition of a world class technology headquarters will be a welcome indication of a brighter future,” said Representative Sam Harless. In addition, Governor Abbott released a video to celebrate the announcement.

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The headquarters will be located in a new state-of-the-art campus that will open in early 2022, building upon the company’s established presence in the state of Texas. The company’s headquarters relocation to the Houston area holds the potential to add additional jobs to its already robust presence in Texas in the coming years. HPE already has a significant presence across Texas, with locations in Austin, Plano, and Houston — the latter of which is home to more than 2,600 employees and is the company’s largest employment hub. HPE currently operates major product development, services, manufacturing, and lab facilities in Houston and Austin. HPE is a global enterprise information technology company that helps customers drive digital transformation by unlocking value from all of their data. Built on decades of re-imagining the future and innovating to advance the way people live and work, HPE delivers unique, open and intelligent technology solutions, with a consistent experience across all clouds and edges, to help customers develop new business models, engage in new ways, and increase operational performance. The company was founded in 2015 following the separation from HP, Inc. It is currently ranked 109 on the list of Fortune 500 companies. “We are excited that Hewlett Packard En-

OPINION

D ecember 3, 2020

Biden could cancel student debt. Will he? The federal government owns 92 percent of all student debt owed in this country. Canceling it could provide a huge stimulus.

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By Sarah Anderson and Margot Rathke Washington is abuzz with ideas for actions the Biden-Harris administration could take that would not require congressional approval. One of the buzziest: canceling student debts owed to the federal government. The Department of Education owns about 92 percent of the $1.6 trillion in student loans Americans owe. Many legal scholars say the department has the authority to wipe these burdens away with the stroke of a pen. “This is the single most effective executive action available to provide massive consumer-driven stimulus,” Senator Elizabeth Warren wrote in a Washington Post op-ed. Back in September, Warren joined with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer to call on the next president to cancel up to $50,000 in federal student debt for every borrower in the United States. That would eliminate loan obligations for more than three-quarters of the approximately 44 million Americans with student debts. Meleiza Figueroa is one of those many millions. The first in her family to graduate from college in the United States, she worked hard and was lucky enough to receive scholarships. But as the cost of living soared and wages stagnated, she still had to take out tens of thousands of dollars in loans. “As a working adult in this country, I’ve had to decide between daily food, medicine, shelter, and paying off this debt — and daily

survival will win out every single time,” she said on a November 13 webinar organized by the Congressional Progressive Caucus Center. Now the national coordinator of the Student Debt Campaign, Figueroa explained that debt cancellation would help her generation “fulfill our potential and contribute not just what little we can, but the best we can to society.” Both Figueroa and Warren point out that student debt cancellation would help narrow the racial wealth gap. On average, Black students have to take out larger loans to get through college than their white peers. A National Center for Education Statistics study reveals that Black bachelor’s degree graduates have 13 percent more student debt than white graduates. For graduates with associate’s degrees, the debt gap doubles to 26 percent. Black graduates also face greater challenges in paying off their student debt because of their lower average incomes. Black bachelor’s degree and associate’s degree holders earn 27 percent and 14 percent lower incomes, respectively, than whites with the same degree. Research by the Federal Reserve and the Levy Economics Institute shows that debt cancellation would also boost the national economy. Freed up from these financial burdens, former debt holders would have more buying power to stimulate the economy — just when we need it most.

Where does President-elect Joe Biden stand? In March he tweeted support for a legislative proposal to cancel at least $10,000 in federal student loan debt per person. “Young people and other student debt holders bore the brunt of the last crisis,” he wrote. “It shouldn’t happen again.” But so far Biden has not committed to using executive action to avoid that historic repeat. Rep. Ilhan Omar, who has championed proposals for universal student debt cancellation and free college, is among those pressing the Biden-Harris administration to take bold action. The mountain of student debt, she said at the CPCC event, “is the result of a twotiered education system — one for the rich whose families can afford to pay tens of thousands of dollars for higher education and the other for poor and middle class families who have to pay off that education for the rest of their lives.” The Biden administration will have the power to address these inequalities, Omar said. “As Americans, we are not suffering from scarcity, we are suffering from greed.”

Make USDA “The People’s Department again

For years, the Department of Agriculture has been run by Big Ag acolytes. Biden has a chance to change that. By Jim Hightower, Jane Kleeb and Deborah Parker Years ago, Robert Kennedy noted that progress is hard. “Progress is nice,” he said, “but its agent is change, and change has its enemies.” Kennedy’s recognition that gutsy, honest leadership is necessary to confront wealthy interests and advance the common good directly applies to one of the most important Cabinet appointments that Joe Biden will make: secretary of agriculture. This might surprise most people, because the media and all recent presidents have dismissed agriculture as a second-tier, low-visibility slot — one that is essentially “owned” by the giants of industrial agribusiness. Most of the time, the agriculture secretary’s job has first and foremost been to keep these moneyed interests content and in charge. This has grossly enriched faraway corporate executives and investors, but it’s been disastrous for farm families, small town residents, and rural vitality. The great majority of rural Americans — a diverse population of middle-class and low-income people — are being crushed by Big Ag monopolies, Wall Street land speculators, joblessness, and small business foreclosures. Add to that a rural health care crisis, weather calamities due to climate change, COVID-19, and the opioid crisis, and you’ve got a Biblical-level plague. It’s time for real change. And the place to begin is with this low-profile office that actually has enormous tools and resources to restore fairness and opportunity across America’s

countryside, uniting rural and urban people in a grassroots food system that enriches all. But tools only work if you use them. The U.S. Department of Agriculture created in 1862 by Abraham Lincoln to be what he called the “people’s department,” has major anti-monopoly authority. It has its own banks, controls huge rural development and housing programs, and runs the food stamp, school lunch, and other nutrition programs. It’s also responsible for food safety and pesticide regulations, directs the Forest Service and other conservation programs, and is mandated to serve consumers and the poor. The department wields a $151 billion annual budget and has some 100,000 employees and an office in every county in America. Most importantly, the secretary has broad authority to be a national advocate for the people against the corporate plutocracy now controlling policy. In other words, the De-

partment of Agriculture is a big office — if we dare to use it. Biden has promised to restore trust that our federal government will serve the public interest rather than the already wealthy and powerful. Here is a clear test of that promise. Instead of recycling another old-line agribusiness acolyte into USDA, we call on Biden to make a solid progressive choice for secretary of agriculture — someone unencumbered by financial or political ties to the status quo and willing to practice what Rep. John Lewis called “getting into good trouble.” Of the potential nominees that President-elect Biden is said to be considering, we endorse Rep. Marcia Fudge of Ohio as the best choice to take on the momentous task of redirecting the work of this important public agency. We see in her the potential to become a necessary change agent, recognizing that the corporate control of today’s food system is strangling the well-being and common good of rural and urban America alike. People across the country have found Fudge to be both a good listener and a strong voice on issues of fundamental fairness. We believe she would be well-positioned to rally family farmers, food industry workers, consumers, rural communities, urban neighborhoods, and environmentalists in a common effort to break the corporate stranglehold and turn USDA into the People’s Department again.

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Protect your ride and what’s inside! It doesn’t matter what kind of car you drive. All vehicles are a potential target of motor vehicle theft this holiday season. In Texas, almost 77,000 vehicles were stolen last year, and nearly 200,000 vehicles are burglarized each year. The losses to Texans are staggering – almost $1.5 billion. “Protect your investment,” says Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority (MVCPA) Chairman and Galveston County Sheriff’s Office Lieutenant Tommy Hansen. “Over 80% of communities that have a motor vehicle theft taskforce funded by MVCPA reported that keys left in cars and cars unlocked were the major contributors to these crimes.” Stolen cars disappear across the border, out of the ports or end up at local illegal “chop shops” every day. Motor vehicle theft would plummet if people did not leave their cars unlocked or leave their keys in the car. Many thieves use stolen vehicles in other criminal activities, such as human trafficking, drug smuggling and robbery. MVCPA reminds Texans: If You Like It – Lock It. Locking your car is the most effective way to prevent burglary of your car. Remember to take or hide your things. Many law enforcement agencies say criminals are targeting vehicles in neighborhoods and parking lots likely to contain weapons or credit cards, which are the top priority for quick money from burglary. Don’t go willingly down “Victim Lane.” Follow these steps for a safe and secure holiday: • Lock your vehicle and take your keys. • Take your things. If you can-

not, then hide valuables from plain sight to avoid attracting thieves. • Never hide a second set of keys in or on your vehicle. Thieves can find these easily. • Park in well-lighted areas or attended lots. • Never leave your vehicle running unattended, even if you will only be away for a moment. • Don’t leave documents with important personal details in your vehicle. • Park with your wheels turned toward the curb and use your emergency brake, making your vehicle harder to tow away. Wheels should also be turned to the side in driveways and parking lots. • If you have a garage, use it. Lock your garage as well as your vehicle doors. Your vehicle may be more vulnerable when you park outside. • Consider after-market theft prevention devices compatible with the manufacturer’s recommendations. Visit www.txwatchyourcar. com for more information, or email AskMVCPA@txdmv.gov. To see a full list and contact information of Motor Vehicle Theft Taskforces in your part of the state, see www.txdmv.gov/mvcpa-grantees. The Texas Department of Motor Vehicles registers and titles motor vehicles, licenses motor vehicle dealers, credentials motor carriers, issues oversize/overweight permits, investigates complaints against dealers and motor carriers, and awards grants to law enforcement agencies to reduce vehicle burglaries and thefts. Learn more at www.TxDMV.gov.

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“LED string lighting uses about 90 percent less energy than standard incandescent string lights, which means the cost to light a typical tree with LEDs is about $1 per season,” said Chelsea Adcock, SWEPCO’s consumer programs marketing coordinator. “LED holiday

lights are a bit more expensive up front than incandescent, but usually pay for themselves with the first year’s energy savings. LED lights generate much less heat and are cool to the touch, which is also a great safety feature, and can last up to 10 years.”

GOSPEL SPOTLIGHT

D ecember 3, 2020

EDUCATION

ETBU shares holiday cheer locally and globally ARE YOU READY FOR CHRISTMAS? By Dr. Michael Guido Hal and Matt, two longtime friends, accidentally met in a department store a few weeks before Christmas. They gave each other a forced smile – as if they were happy to see each other – but wished their meeting was under different circumstances. “You know,” said Hal, “I’ve come to the conclusion that Christmas has become a wrap race.” “I agree,” replied Matt. “And I’ll tell you something else. I’ve finally discovered the real meaning of the word Yule.” “Oh,” responded Hal. “What is it? I’d like to know myself.” “It’s my wife saying in a very convincing voice, ‘You’ll buy me this and then you’ll buy me that!’ I feel like I have no choice but to buy her whatever she asks for,” replied Matt. “Everything seems to be about things.” It would be a wise investment of our time this Christmas to try to imagine what God might have seen

when He looked into the manger. Certainly, it was more, much more, than a Baby. Did He see the crowds ridiculing and mocking His Son? Did He turn His head when He saw the “kiss of betrayal” from Judas? Was His mind troubled by the trial that unjustly condemned His Son? Did He weep when He saw Jesus hanging from the cross? Certainly. But let’s not forget to see the smile that was on His face and the peace that flooded into His heart when He saw the empty tomb.

East Texas Baptist University students spread holiday cheer locally and globally through Operation Christmas Child and Learning and Leading ministry opportunities.

Prayer: Help us, Heavenly Father, to get ready for Christmas by seeing its sights and sounds through Your eyes. In Jesus’ Name, Amen. Scripture For Today: John 14:9 Jesus said to him, “Have I been with you so long, and yet you have not known Me, Philip? He who has seen Me has seen the Father; so how can you say, ‘Show us the Father’?

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East Texas Baptist University participated in its fifth annual Operation Christmas Child, an outreach program organized by Samaritan’s Purse. Although the event looked a little different this year, the heart behind it remained the same. The ministry involves filling shoeboxes with small toys, school supplies, and other items that are sent to children all over the world as a Christmas gift and a tangible reminder of God’s love for them. “In the past, the Tiger student-athletes would stuff their boxes and write notes all together, but with COVID protocols in place, each team was given a time slot to participate safely while enjoying cookies and Christmas music,” ETBU Vice President for Student Engagement and Athletics Ryan Erwin said. “We hope that our students will truly understand the importance of this ministry, as they share their faith and make an impact in the lives of total strangers through these Christmas gifts.” This year, ETBU Residence Life joined in the festivities, with each residence hall contributing shoeboxes to the cause. ETBU collected more than 300 boxes, a record for the University. “Participating in Operation Christmas Child is a rewarding experience, especially during the holidays when it is a time of giving,” ETBU senior speech communication major and tennis player Syvoney Ybarra said. “Not only is it a time to give, but it’s also a time to serve the Lord and others. It is important for the

University to find ways to serve, especially in light of the pandemic and not being able to go into the community to serve during these tough times. This is a time when we need to be there for others.” Students from ETBU’s freshman Learning and Leading seminar also spread holiday cheer by creating gifts of thanksgiving and appreciation for all of Marshall ISD’s K-12 administrators, teachers, and staff. Though the students typically host fall festivals at various MISD elementary schools, the pandemic made

that an impossibility this year. “As part of a unit on learning to collaborate, each class determined what they most valued about the MISD teachers and worked together to thank them for what they have done for their students, especially during this particularly challenging semester,” ETBU Associate Provost Emily Prevost said. “The classes then planned their project to create thankyou gifts, including identifying needed supplies, working within a budget, and assigning tasks for completion.”

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December 3, 2020

School Spotlight Longview High School During the Holiday Season more than ever Our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our service to the community possible Longview Regional Medical Center Texas Bank and Trust Spring Hill State Bank City of Longview Water Department Hon. Gregg County Judge Bill Stoudt Hon. Mayor Andy Mack, MD Johnson & Pace Burger King American Pool Stanmore Funeral Home

Honoring Wounded Warriors at Longview High School COVID-19 virus has instilled the spirit of gratitude and appreciation now more than ever. James Brewer talked about how Sam Satterwhite helped Longview High School to appreciate the sacrifices of our soldiers with the Wounded Warriors program on Veteran’s day. Brewer thinks it is a magnificent idea. “It is good for students to realize the sacrifices that was made for them to have the

freedom they have,” he said. “So, celebrating our veterans is very important because freedom is not free. Someone had to fight for it and our students need to understand and appreciate these sacrifices.” The Lobo Band played, cheerleaders, students and visitors waved and cheered the motorcade of Police cars, Fire trucks, wounded warriors and other vets as they drove through LHS breezeway.

It is in this spirit, that we sincerely and humbly say THANK YOU, GRACIAS, MERCI, GRAZIE

We look forward to many years of service

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The Gift of Giving

Gifts You Can Make

By ETR Staff reports Students learned the importance of the taxi service from Justin Haydock. Students also learned the importance of military service and that Freedom is not free. The main attraction was the animal control class with their one-year old dog Pearl and 23 years-old Buddy the Python. Brave students touched Buddy the python. Others watched as Pearl obeyed commands and was rewarded with a treats.

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6. decorate any plain paper to create writing paper or ______ 7. make your own pictures for each month (or find printable forms on your computer) to make a yearly ______ 8. create _______ by decorating paper or cardboard strips with cartoons, stickers or poetry so friends can track their reading 9. write your family’s favorites on index cards, put in a small box or bind together to form a ______ file or book 10. draw “outline” pictures to make a ______ book for a younger brother or sister; add markers or crayons to this gift

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Gifts show joy and caring. It takes time to think about gifts and to make, buy and wrap them. A present tells people that they are important to you. It also makes you feel good when the people receiving your gifts smile as they open or enjoy them! 1 There are many kinds of gifts! Read the clues to fill the puzzle:

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Gifts to make - by computer or by hand: The Bird 1. if you have photos or postcards from a in the Tree trip, you can make a travel ______ 2. think of a theme (like ‘winter fun’), make a crossword or word search ______; roll it up and tie it with a ribbon 3. make ______ for photos or drawings 4. tie together pieces of cardboard or buy a ______ in which to put photos, school papers 5. write tales and make drawings, print them out and make them into a book of ______

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1. to be planted in a schoolyard or park 2. money for kids to go to A. money for research school or college and health care 3. to pantries or soup kitchens B. food or groceries 4. to families in need in other countries to C. cows, chicks, goats feed themselves or start businesses D. tree, bush, flowers 5. donation to keep people E. heating oil warm F. scholarship or fund 6. to children’s hospitals Dear Peak, Look! y e n A o do na tio n has been m made in your nam e. A duck has been gi caring ven to Nice! a family starting a farm.

1. coloring or puzzle books; crayons or pencils 2. tea bags, coffee, cookies 3. jar of jelly, cheese, crackers 4. car wash, polish, sponge or mitt, bucket 5. pine cone bird feeders, bird seed 6. ink pads, rubber stamps, paper 7. golf balls, tees, score cards 8. hot chocolate packets, marshmallows 9. soaps, bath powder, wash cloth 10. pears, apples, oranges, grapes 11. model cars, planes, trains; paints and brushes 12. nuts, spicy snacks, chili mixes

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Officer Kelsey Kennedy, Diana Monsivais, Buddy the Python, Justin Haydock teach Ware Elementary students. Josh Worsham, principal of Ware Elementary school found a way to keep his regular Career Day program where different businesses come to talk to students empowering them to think of different careers. Though it was chilly and windy, the City of Longview Animal Control, The Yellow Checker Cab, and the Military were among businesses who participated in Career Day.

Chatter and I are teaming up to make all of our holiday gifts this year. I’m using my computer to help. I will write stories and recipes, draw pictures and then print out my work. Next, Chatter will decorate the pages and bind them into books or make other fun items. We can’t wait to start!

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The holidays are full of excitement. People often share their joy with others by decorating their yards, homes and hearths. Colored lights shine from tree branches. Garlands and wreaths grace doors. Plants and flowers are brought inside to brighten and beautify rooms. Delicious 5 smells of baking cookies and breads from the kitchen are created by spices taken from plants and trees. Plants are an important part of holiday time celebrations!

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Holiday Symbols! Read the clues below to fill in the crossword with symbols of Christmas!

Ooooh, these cinnamon sticks smell wonderful! 11. root with a spicy taste; used for breads, cookies 12. used for scent and taste in stuffing and with meats 13. from the red-brown bark of a tree; ground into powder for drinks, cookies 14. reddish-purple fruits from tree; used in cakes, pudding 15. from the bean of cacao tree

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Whew. The last holiday chore on my list is to decorate my nest. Can you help me find the evergreen branch, then the holly with berries? After that, go to my nest. No backtracking, please!

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1. nuts from trees, used in making marzipan candy – a sweet paste that is shaped and colored to look like fruits, vegetables and toys 2. licorice gets its flavoring from this plant 3. buds from a bush; have a spicy taste and scent; hang an orange from a ribbon and push these into it for a nicely scented decoration 4. from a bean in a pod on a vine; used in puddings 5. has a “cool” taste; used in candies; grows in U.S. and Canada 6. ground into flour; used for cookies, cakes, gravies 7. used in candy canes, tea; thought to help settle the stomach 8. comes from cane; used for icing, lollipops 9. in pods hanging on trees; in some places, street vendors roast and sell these to eat while still warm 10. hard little seeds ground into powder - shake on eggnog

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Fill in this puzzle about the parts of plants that we use in our kitchens!

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Many voices and musical instruments are used to create all the beautiful carols that we hear everywhere.

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3. It came upon a midnight clear, that glorious song of old, From angels bending near the earth, to touch their __________ of gold; 4. Jingle __________, jingle _________, jingle all the way!

Decorating for the Holidays ‘Naturally!’

Do you know where the spices we use come from? How about the nuts and oils?

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It’s a great time for new beginnings.

Happy New Year, everyone!

Newspaper Fun! Happy New Year!

New Year's Day is a wonderful time. This first day of January and of the new year is a time to remember the past, to celebrate, and to hope for a happy, healthy future. 1 In the U.S., some people have parties or attend church services at midnight. Others go to Times Square in New York City to listen to music, enjoy the crowds and wait for the magical stroke of midnight. In other countries people exchange gifts or open their homes to neighbors or visitors. Many people honor parents or relatives and try to pay all their debts so they will not owe anything at the start of the new year. I’m full of energy and New Year's Day is a time to think back – and ahead! ready for the new year!

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ETAA launches In-Home Respite Program The East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance (ETAA) has created a new in-home respite program which will offer family caregivers access to no-cost, shortterm relief with the help of in-home care professionals. The program was developed as the urgent need for respite care among caregivers has become critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. “Since ETAA first began its work, we have seen the desperate need for shortterm relief among caregivers. The lack of affordable, convenient professional respite care takes a significant toll on the emotional and physical well-being of these caregivers and the limitations created by the COVID-19 pandemic have further reduced their respite options,” said Dr. Jim Sawyer, Director at Large of the East Texas Alzheimer’s Alliance.

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of ETAA. “Sometimes the challenges of everyday living get beyond even the most independent-minded people. This compassionate and thoughtful program will give them some extra support needed during this stressful time.” Today marks the program launch date for eligible caregivers in the East Texas 14-county area to apply for services. This program will be able to offer caregivers approximately 20 hours of respite care by providing a qualified in-home care professional for their loved one. These care professionals will be able to perform tasks such as companionship, grocery shopping, cooking, mobility assistance, transportation, bathing, and other activities of daily living. For eligibility requirements and more information, please call 903-230-8001.

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“We are grateful the Board of Directors has stepped up in such a generous way to make this program possible. The Respite Committee put the plan in motion and the Board unanimously agreed to provide urgent relief to those who need it most.” The COVID-19 pandemic has further strained caregivers who have lost the in-person support of family and friends, the Unforgettable Tuesday’s Day Club, support groups, and monthly educational programs because of social distancing regulations. “Caregivers charged with caring for Alzheimer’s and related dementia loved ones face new challenges during the pandemic. They are becoming increasingly isolated and are hindered from getting reliable outside help,” said Beth Godsey, Executive Director

COVID-19 reveals shortages in rural health care

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Heartis is proud to announce that our communities will be participating in the Pharmacy Partnership for Long-Term Care Program announced on October 16, 2020, by the Department of Health and Human Services and Department of Defense. As part of the program, residents will be first in line to receive the COVID-19 vaccine as soon as one is available. The service is completely free for both community residents and team members. It’s just one more way we’re providing the priority care you deserve and one more reason to become part of the Heartis family today. More than ever, the health and safety of residents, team members, and visitors is our top priority. With guidance from federal and local government and health officials, we continue to monitor the situation and implement new protocols to manage the risk of COVID-19 exposure. We’re confident in our efforts and our ability to provide you or your loved one with a secure, vibrant, and welcoming environment. To schedule your personalized tour, visit heartis.com

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In spring 2020, we heard terrible stories of overburdened hospitals leading to preventable deaths in Italy. Soon after, these stories started to hit closer to home—New York City. Now, as COVID-19 surges to a new peak, these shortages have even reached rural areas, where hospital systems are already often under-resourced and understaffed. Across the country, rural communities are seeing record numbers of hospitalizations. As of last week, in the region surrounding Platte County, Nebraska, there was only one available intensive care unit (ICU) bed. In late

October, North Dakota had only 16 available ICU beds in the entire state, and South Dakota was not far behind. As a result, urban hospitals, themselves overburdened, are seeing rural patients who have been unable to find care in their own area. Federal and state officials have made moves to increase hospital capacity, including streamlining medical licensing requirements and waiving telehealth regulations. These could help patients to seek care through routes that put less stress on overburdened hospitals. In the long term, the pandemic has exposed that rural hospitals often lack

resources and staffing. This should turn the attention of health care professionals and policymakers toward addressing those shortages. Getting more rural people insured, eliminating the Medicare sequester for rural hospitals permanently, and allowing those facilities to transition, when appropriate, to outpatient care can be a place to start. More creative solutions will be needed in the coming years to make sure rural communities have access to adequate health care. Nathan Beacom, is a policy associate, Center for Rural Affairs.

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Women’s Health receives a Boost

Carlos E. Quezada, MD, FACOG: Innovative, multilingual, trailblazer in robotic surgery, topmost physician makes Longview, Texas home By Joycelyne Fadojutimi Longview Regional Medical Center has hired board-certified gynecologist/obstetrician Dr. Carlos Enrique Quezada. In view of present health trends, COVID-19 is not the only health threat faced by East Texas ladies. WOMEN’S HEALTH AND FIBROIDS A 2016, National Institute of Health research indicates that fibroids affect 65% of all women by the time they reach age fifty. As many as half of all afflicted women experience severe menstrual periods that lead to pain, reproductive problems, depression, emotional problems, and menstrual bleeding so copious it causes anemia. Along these lines, uterine fibroids are the leading cause of hysterectomies in American women. Consequently, uterine fibroids is a major public health problem resulting in $34.4 billion in medical costs annually without the desired results. Quezada aims to educate individual women on their specific and personal health issues, thus lessen the need for hysterectomies that results in early menopause and hot flashes. Although during his twenty-one years of treating and caring for women, he has dealt with several kinds of medical problems, he specializes in gynecology, obstetrics, minimally invasive gynecological surgery, infertility, and hormone replacement therapy. He is a trailblazer in robotic surgery for various female pelvic issues, including pelvic reconstruction. He hopes to use all his skills to decrease the need for hysterectomies. “There are some procedures I want to bring,” he says. “It will bring improved outcomes with-

out having a hysterectomy.” Quezada can best be described as a mixture of state-of-the-art cutting edge technology Doc. found in big cities, but who is actually a small town kid, loves country music, matured in the U.S. Navy, is fervently proud of his Texas heritage, is a dedicated husband, father and brother with a touch of Latino flare. He also has a predilection for smaller cities like Longview, Texas. “We went all over the world when I was in the United States Navy,” he says. “When I got to San Antonio in 2011, it was not the same town I [had] left. It had gotten very big. I was missing the feeling of my small town.” Longview’s size and modest night life also appeal to this devoted healer. “I like the community,” he says. “The drive [to work] is quick, and at my age, I don’t need night clubs.” FAMILY AND FAITH His devotion to family and faith is also remarkable. Now that his children are grown, he has more time to dote on his adoring wife Christie and worshipping at their non-denominational church. “I am madly in love with my wife,” he says. “I cannot be who I am without her. We are looking forward to putting down deeper roots and making Longview our home.” EDUCATION A native of Laredo, Quezada was four when he accompanied his adoptive grandparents to San Antonio, where he became an ardent San Antonio Spurs fan. After attending South San West Campus, he moved on to Palo Alto College and served as

president of Alpha Theta Pi honor society. He pulled down his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Texas at San Antonio and joined the Pre-Med Honor Society. DR. CARLOS QUEZADA Furthermore, he attended the University of Texas Health Science up in Longview, and now call Center in San Antonio with a it home. Considering his endfull scholarship from the Navy, less litany of credits, he is a true earning his Doctor of Medicine blessing to his new port of call, degree. While still in medical Longview Texas. school he established the MiliQuezada is board-certified by tary Medical Honor Society be- the American Board of Obstetfore joining the Navy and com- rics and Gynecology, worked as pleting a residency in obstetrics Chief of Obstetrics and Gyneand gynecology at the San Di- cology at the naval hospital in ego-based Naval Medical Cen- Bremerton, Washington, where ter in 2003. After twelve years of he was also adjunct faculty for touring the world in the Navy, the Family Medicine Program. he returned to San Antonio. He also served as adjunct faculMILITARY SERVICE ty at Christus Santa Rosa Family Quezada spent a total of six- Medical Center in San Antonio, teen years in the Navy, being and for the Obstetrics and Gynestationed at various points of cology residency at University call in Europe, Asia, and all Hospital in San Antonio. across America, and rising to the AWARDS rank of lieutenant commander. He has earned numerous He now heals as a civilian. awards and recognitions along EXPERTISE AND with his professional memberEXPERIENCE ships. He is a member of the Dr. Quezada is a fellow of the American Congress of ObstetAmerican College of Obstetrics rics and Gynecology, the Amerand Gynecology (ACOG,) a ican Association of Gynecologic past member of the Texas Med- Laparoscopists, and the Ameriical Association, the American can Institute of Ultrasound MedCollege of Obstetrics and Gy- icine. He maintains his certificanecology, Bexar County Med- tion with the American Board ical Society, and the Mexican of Obstetrics and Gynecology. American Hispanic Physicians While in the service he served in Association. While with ACOG, the US Navy Medical Corps. His he served as treasurer for Sec- ability to speak English, Spanish tion V, District XI, representing and Italian is another blessing San Antonio in women’s health for his patients. matters. Although they folFor more information and/ lowed a long and winding road or to schedule an appointment he and Christie finally pitched please call (903) 753-7658.

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