Contents ON THE COVER: Marci Glasson Pope Elementary Photo Credit: Patricia Hudson
Serving the Community of Cypress Creek Lakes
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Pinpointe Teacher Profile: Marci Glasson
12 Best of Cy-Fair: Alchemy Bake Lab
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Cooper’s First Day
16 How is Gratefulness Everywhere and Nowhere at the Same Time?
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Finding Calm During The Storm
18 Music at School
10 Cypress Happenings
20 Cypress School News
11 Canine Corner
22 Back to School Photos
Marci Glasson
PINPOINTE TEACHER PROFILE
POPE
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Photo Credit: Patricia Hudson
working with children. I started at Matzke Elementary working with 3rd grade bilingual babies. They had my heart. So sweet and willing to learn. I loved my time at Matzke. Campus/Teaching Assignment: Pope Elementary - 4th Grade Math/Science Years of Experience (Same Assignment/Campus): I love having a team at school that loves teaching as much as I do. We all have a passion for teaching. I love sharing that positive enthusiasm. I started in 2005 at Matzke Elementary, teaching 3rd grade for 8 years. I opened Pope Elementary in 2013 and worked there as a 4th grade teacher until 2016, when I had my last daughter and resigned for a few years to be a mommy. I then was at Warner Elementary for a year in 2018, and taught 4th grade. I went back to Pope in 2019, where I am currently teaching 4th grade. Recall one memorable teaching moment. My favorite and most memorable teaching moment was when I was teaching at Matzke Elementary. I had a student who struggled with redirection from year to year. I connected with the student, and he really flourished that year. We built a great relationship. Ten years later, I recently ran into this sweet boy at Kroger, where he was working while home from college. He said, “Mrs. Glasson, you changed my life. You always fought for me and had my back.” THAT is why I teach! Husband’s Name: Greg Glasson Children’s Names/Ages: Lauren 14 • Emma Kate 11 • Claire, 4 Education (College attended/Degree Received): Northern Illinois University Degree Earned a BS in Early Childhood Studies What was your motivation to become an educator? I struggled with math as a child. I knew how much my 4th grade teacher meant to me when he made math so much fun for me. I wanted to be that for other children. I started teaching right out of college because I had a passion for 4 October | November 2020
My “Super Power” is: Lightning-like speed! I feel like I can juggle more things than a normal human being when in the classroom, jumping from one student to the next, while teaching small group and virtual simultaneously. What do you see as your biggest challenges this year? The learning curve and new way of teaching. I’ve been teaching for 13 years and feel like a 1st year teacher all over again. Since you have a few weeks of the school semester behind you, how would you elaborate on the challenges? Surprising positives?
Wow! Teaching during a pandemic is more than I had ever imagined. Teaching is my passion and I could not wait to get back in to the classroom with my students. I miss teaching! I still miss teaching. I am in the classroom teaching virtual and face to face simultaneously. While I am still teaching, it is so different teaching this way because I cannot see their sweet faces every day. I see only their eyes. I miss teaching small group and really getting those “aha” moments when they truly get something. It's hard to get that when you are managing virtual and F2F, (Face to Face).
Finish this sentence: If I hadn’t chosen a career in education, I would have pursued… Probably pediatric nursing. I love to help people and take on a caring helping role.
(left to right) Emma Kate, Marci, Claire, Greg, and Lauren Photo Credit: Courtney Bielski, Little Lovely Snapshots
But... what I have become an expert at is technology! I have never been a super tech savvy person, but over the course of the past few weeks, I have been super surprised with how much I have been able to navigate. I also absolutely love being back with the kiddos. My heart truly missed being in the classroom and just teaching.
Favorite leisure activities: In my free time, I like to use my silhouette and craft, love spending time with my family and traveling! My leisure activities include using my silhouette, a cutting tool that I use to make shirts. Mostly, I make shirts for my team at school. We have a shirt for everything! Using my silhouette is my stress relief. When I sit down and design I automatically de-stress.
My family and I love to travel. Anytime we have the opportunity, we are finding somewhere new to explore. Life with three daughters makes me so happy. I am one of three girls and it just brings me back to the sweet memories of my childhood.
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Cooper Knox FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
Cooper Knox started school on September 8, 2020 at Warner Elementary School. A large show of support from HPD and other law enforcement agencies were on hand to send Cooper off to school on the first day of school since his father Jason Knox's helicopter crash on May 2, 2020. Solos's and Vintage police cars escorted the school bus to Warner. Photo Credit: Capt. Daniel Arizpe, PIO/ Cy-Fair Fire Dept.
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t’s my one-year anniversary as the Executive Director of Shield Bearer and what a year it has been! Common words from those who call into Shield Bearer these days are: exhausted, overwhelmed, frustrated, frazzled, worried, fed-up, devastated, lost, burned-out, and angry. I think we can all relate. I, for one, love to hear the stories of the silver linings others have found in 2020. My good friend was diagnosed with Cancer prior to the pandemic and was in the process of scheduling her aggressive surgeries and treatment procedures back in February and March while still maintaining a busy and demanding work schedule with a long commute. She was stressed about how to mitigate it all and maintain her energy level. The lockdown and ability to work remotely was a huge blessing to her and her family. Hearing her express such gratitude and good fortune in the midst of her own fear, suffering, and hardship inspired me to take another look at my experiences since March of this year and identify the many graces I may have missed. I invite you to reexamine your experiences and look for the bright side amid the dark clouds of 2020. I’ve made a point to catch up with my dad in Virginia by phone more often than I did pre-COVID. He’s nearly 90 and he busies himself by mowing his 30 acres. It takes him two weeks to cycle through his entire property. He rarely turns on the T.V. and most of his news comes from my calls. Day after day he mows and for some reason he’s noticed that the air seems to be cleaner, fresher, and clearer. It’s his observation he’s shared with me each time I call. Take a moment and see for yourself. Maybe my dad is correct and you’ll be able to clearly see the natural beauties and surroundings better than you could before. I read a news article recently about the Himalayas mountain range. For 30 years, its summit has been hidden from view by thick smoke and fog. However, this year, the view is clear and breathtaking. 8 October | November 2020
While we remember and pray for those who are dealing with the economic hardships, many are enjoying the freedom and flexibility to work from home. Some have noticed that their work-related stress has reduced. I haven’t worn a tie since March and rather than shaving every day, I enjoy the freedom to shave once or twice a week! Don’t let this opportunity to be grateful slip by. In fact, think of all the little moments we may take for granted. Remember when you were rushing out the door stressing to be here or there? Try appreciating the aroma of fresh coffee, the warmth or coolness of a longer than normal shower, the comforting feeling of wearing your pjs until 10 in the morning! When you take time to savor these moments your body relaxes and you increase your serotonin. Serotonin is the happy chemical in your body that boosts your wellbeing and happiness.
Managing Stress & Fatigue • • • • • •
Establish new daily routines. Spend time outdoors. Maintain contact with others. Keep regular mealtimes. Limit exposure to news and social media. Keep a healthy sleep routine.
Preventing Family Burnout • Let yourself off the hook. Don’t expect to be perfect. • Create a safety net. Reach out for help and engage with others. • Take a break. You need downtime and alone time. Take 15 minutes. • Stay healthy. Limit alcohol, nicotine, and other substances. Eat healthy foods and exercise. • Accept your feelings. It is 100% ok to feel the way you feel.
Staying at home with your family is an opportunity to catch up with one another. My family have longer stays around the dinner table, more board games, and deeper conversations. We have movie nights and pile upon the sofa together, play Legos on the floor, and build entire communities out of empty cereal boxes for families of stuffed animals. We read together more and share prayer intentions. Spending relaxed moments with your family boosts your oxytocin. Oxytocin is released when people bond socially or snuggle up to one another. It creates a calming effect on your body and reduces stress. Now might be the time to exercise your latent creativity and plans for self-improvement. How many times have we said, “I wish I could work on this, or discover this about myself” only to let the excuse of not having enough time weigh us down? I should say, that it necessarily isn’t a bad thing If laying down and doing nothing this week is what you need, I think that is just as much a part of self-care and self-improvement as waking up at 5 a.m. to journal, do a rigorous workout or make a five-star breakfast for your family. The important thing is that you make the most of this time and care for yourself unapologetically. One of the most profound silver linings I’ve thought about recently is the realization that shared experiences
bring us together. We are collectively navigating a shared experience. This is an opportunity for all of us to be united. I encourage all of us to show compassion, find and share hope and positivity, even in the worst circumstances. While negative news consumes our social media feeds, be a source of light. Reach out and offer uplifting messages, inspiration, gestures of kindness. Spread joy in whatever way you can. Our Shield Bearer counselors remain busy during a crisis like this, the need for mental health services continues to grow. We want to respond to those who are overwhelmed and find it difficult to see hope. We are here to help you heal. Call for help: 281-894-7222 Shield Bearer Counseling Centers 12340 Jones Rd. Ste. 290 Houston, TX 77070 No Walk-ins. Call for Appointment: 281.894.7222 shieldbearer.org Thad Cardine with daughters Elena & Jacinta
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HAPPENINGS
F O R M O R E , G O T O B E S T O F C Y FA I R . C O M
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Blood Drive & Covid-19 Antibody Testing at the Berry Center Monday, October 12 & October 19, 2020 • 3pm The Berry Center • 8877 Barker Cypress Rd. • Cypress, TX Please visit www.berrycenter.net/events to sign up. *This test is authorized by the FDA only for detecting the presence of antibodies against SARS-Co V-2 and is not intended for diagnosis of Covid-19.
Fairfield Women’s Club Fundraising Garage Sale Saturday, October 3, 2020 $25 a household to participate. Register at: fairfieldwomensclub.org. For questions contact us either on Facebook or email us at: fairfieldwomensclub@gmail.com
Langham Creek FFA Holiday Craft Show Saturday, November 14, 2020 • 9am-5pm 11206 Telge Rd • Cypress, TX 77429 Langham Creek FFA Holiday Craft Show hosts amazing vendors from all over Texas in 155+ booths! Shop amazing crafts, baked goods, visit the silent auction and taste our juicy amazing brisket at our consession stand.
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CyFair Nutcracker Market Saturday, December 12, 2020 • 9am-5pm The Berry Center • 8877 Barker Cypress Rd. • Cypress, TX Come shop Women's and Children's Boutique Clothing, Home, Holiday and Garden Decor, Handmade and Fashion Jewelry, Gourmet food items and so much more. This event is from the same producer of the Cyfair Nutcracker Market and Penny Pinching Mamas children’s consignment Show. Interested vendors please Email Holidayextravaganza@yahoo.com with full business info!
Senior Travelers of Cypress Nashville Show Trip Sunday, November 29 • 8am - Saturday, December 5, 2020 Good Shepherd Methodist • 20155 Cypress Wood • Cypress Transportation, meals, live shows, guided tours and much more! Cost: $765 - $75 due upon signing. Final payment due Sept. 22 (Per person, double occupancy. Add $255 for single occupancy.) For more info and reservations contact: Jo Ann Lambert at pstlgrl@gmail.com or Jackie Devine at jackie.devine@comcast.net
Let’s Talk Babies Online : LSC-CyFair Library Tuesdays • 1-2pm - ONLINE Moms, dads, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and caregivers, join our discussion group about taking care of babies, newborn to 2 years old. Tuesdays 1-2pm at cyflib.info/talkbabies. Rachel.Evans@lonestar.edu
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By Patricia Hudson and Sophia Hudson, the Rescue Yorkiepoo
ine-year-old Canelo is believed to be a Great Dane Anatolian Shepherd mix. When rescued, he was emaciated, with infections in his mouth, and both eyes, tumors and yeast covering his body. In need of surgery, he was heartworm positive, and not neutered. Canelo was abandoned by his owner at a shelter. He is through a large portion of his medical treatments and looks like a new dog. He was recently placed in a foster home to continue his treatments. These, as well as the remainder of his treatments, are paid through donations from rescue supporters. Canelo is a hospice case and would love to find a home to finish the life he has left, in comfort surrounded by a family who adores him. House-trained, Canelo weighs 87 pounds, is gentle and sweet, and loves his toys and other dogs. If interested in this handsome guy, please find his application on the website: bigloverescue.org.
Canelo
Big Love Rescue’s goal is to rescue lost or abandoned dogs from shelters and prevent their euthanasia. The dogs are placed in foster homes, where they receive medical care and behavioral training, as needed, to prepare them for a new home. The charity emphasizes the importance of spaying and neutering to reduce overpopulation. For more information, contact: blrescuetexas@gmail.com.
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ALCHEMY BAKE LAB
The Best of Cy-Fair
Baking up Tiny Treats and Giant Flavors
P L AC E S TO E AT Story & Photos by Metta Archilla-Ishida
lchemy Bake Lab Owner, Kady Miller is a licensed Cottage Baker, and is taking Cypress, Katy, and the surrounding areas by storm, serving up delectable edible tiny treats that are all the RAVE with their intense sparkle and shine. Kady is a remarkable woman, known for her generosity in servicing her community by giving back big-heartedly through her time and kitchen, providing support to friends in need, charities, and non-profit causes through the Cypress Area Eats for Charity platform. Alchemy Bank Lab is a mini dessert bake shop that has four main branches. Ms. Miller is heavily focused on: Dessert Delivery Service (think College Care Packages and special occasions), Weddings, (dessert bars), Community Markets and Outreach, and custom Cookie Tart Cakes. “Shipping is something pretty new for us, being a cottage bakery, we have to abide with strict laws with shipping. As of September 2019, we are allowed to ship our treats as long as one part of the sale is in person. So, for example, if one of our local customers wants to order a Care Package for their son/daughter in College, we can absolutely make that happen,” shares Kady.
Six year-old Kady learned to bake Bisquick blueberry muffins from the recipe on the box. It didn’t take her long before she was baking a variety of muffins and selling them during school recess. Little did Kady know this would ignite a passion and path forward the rest of her life. “That was when I fell in love with baking. Going into high school, I knew I wanted to be a Pastry Chef. I tailored all my classes around business management. For a project in high school, I had to partner with a local business and work one-on-one with them, then document what we learned.” Kady looked forward to her days of learning their secret recipes. She was hooked! This intimate and personal drive was recognized, and at the close of her project, the restaurant asked her to come in once a week and bake cream puffs, (her specialty), and they sold them on their menu as a running special.
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I asked her about a memory, reminiscent of her favorite restaurant experience; the one moment that changed her life had to do with a baker, of course. “I've been very lucky to experience some amazing dining adventures. But to be completely honest, the one that truly impacted my life, was my first visit to Common Bond Bakery downtown.
The minute I walked in and saw their pastries and desserts, décor, customer service, style, EVERYTHING, it re-ignited my dream of opening my own bake shop. Common Bond is everything a bakery should be in my opinion, and I have them to thank in a little way for helping me re-align my ultimate goal.” Kady attended Johnson and Wales University for Baking & Pastry Arts. In subsequent years, Katy found herself in the grips of “Corporate America.” While she loved it, she could never shake that deep nagging feeling that told her she was destined for much more. After moving to Texas, giving birth to her son in 2015, and suffering a lay-off in February of 2019, Kady finally listened to what the Universe had been trying to tell her all along. “I remember telling my husband at the time, "I feel like my creative mind needs an outlet; it's bubbling at the surface and I need to figure out what this means." “It took two weeks of being laid off before I knew it was time to finally start my bakery.” Alchemy Bake Lab became a registered entity with the state of Texas on February 26, 2019. What started as selling muffins at recess, had come full circle 28 years later.
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me because they were the first mini tarts I made about 10 years ago. And I remember thinking to myself at the time, that one day, when I own my bakery, I will sell these. And here we are.”
It took Kady almost 20 years to finally settle on a brand and name for her bake shop, the Alchemy Bake Lab. Alchemy (al-kə-mē) is the medieval forerunner of chemistry, based on the transformation of matter. Alchemists focused particularly on finding a universal elixir of life, creating gold and riches from other elements. Kady describes it best, “What I love about this, is if we take the basics away from definition, we have a chemist, using elements, to create something amazing. In my world, that’s exactly what I do at Alchemy Bake Lab! I use chemistry and elements, to create amazing desserts and treats!” Let’s talk product. Kady is known for her Brown Butter Rice Krispy Treats. The recipe she uses dates back to her high school days when she would make them for her friends on Friday sleepovers. Kady proudly proclaims, “It's so surreal that they are now my number one seller, another full circle story.” Another absolute favorite treat to bake are her Pumpkin Cream Mini Tarts. “These are nostalgic to
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Kady is into baking all kinds of mini treats these days. One of my personal favorites are the Oreos on Steroids: pillowy, sexy, silky mounds of Italian meringue buttercream, sandwiched between thin decadent chocolate wafers and fairy dusted! She is a firm believer in being genuine; being empathetic is one of her secret powers. Her ever-present smile is infectious; one can’t help but feel the positive energy in her presence. This hard-working baker firmly believes in staying humble. “No matter what success comes, it can all change in the blink of an eye. And that should never be looked over.” Alchemy Bake Lab 16214 Pine Thorn Drive • Houston, TX 77095 401-569-9690 • alchemybakelab.com Days/Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 9am-7pm • Saturday: 9am-5pm Metta Archilla-Ishida is a Founder of Metta’s Local Eats Facebook Group , #onmettasfork
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By Allison Okuneye
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ou see it everywhere you go, on t-shirts, facebook cover photos, coffee mugs, and home decor. The concept of gratitude has surrounded us like never before. Even with the constant reminders all around us, it shocks me how many people have trouble with the actual practice of gratitude. We live in a time where we are constantly comparing our lives to the lives of our friends/coworkers and total strangers, so it is no wonder why some of us have a hard time focusing on what we DO have instead of what we don’t have. Each of us have an overabundance of things that we can be grateful for. Let me say that again for those in the back...EACH OF US HAVE AN OVERABUNDANCE OF THINGS THAT WE CAN BE GRATEFUL FOR!! The key to living a full life, is the ability to see the positives in each season of our lives. This year has been devastating for so many people and for different reasons. In the midst of this tough time, we have the opportunity to practice real gratitude.
Gratitude is an everyday CHOICE and it takes daily, moment to moment practice. For example, in moments of
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frustration at work you can pause and be grateful for the ability to work, or be grateful that you have a job, or even a moment of gratitude for your work bestie who brightens your day!
There are SOO many situations big and small that we can practice our gratitude, but it is up to each of us to make it a priority. In the name of FULL transparency, this past year has been difficult on my marriage. At the beginning of the year I bought a gratitude journal and made an effort to follow the daily prompts. This daily practice was helpful in multiple ways. It helped refocus my energy and instead of letting negative feelings consume me, I was able to focus on the positives and that helped lift my spirits and start my day off on the right foot.
I will never forget one night, after a long argument with my husband, I went in my office in an attempt to cool off. I found myself reading over my gratitude journal and who do you think was on almost every page...my husband. As much as I wanted to stay mad at him and focus on my FEELINGS in that moment....the FACTS (in my own words) were right in front of my face. I needed that reminder in
that moment because in tough situations it is really easy to let our feelings take over and spiral. As much as I was prepared to drag that argument into the following day, after reading through my journal I was quickly reminded that I am GRATEFUL for my husband and all of his positive traits and was then prompted to resolve our disagreement that night.
Even in dark times, we can make a choice to be grateful. But it is a CHOICE. Some days are easier that others, but it is worth working at every single day. We are all responsible for the life we live, and gratitude is FREE and available to all of us, so what will YOU choose?
Stay fearless and grateful. Allison Okuneye
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by Liz Arrington love the first day of school! One of the highlights of the back to school season is seeing my Facebook feed fill up with pictures of my friends’ kids with fresh haircuts, new outfits, and backpacks that are way too big for little bodies, proudly holding up some kind of sign declaring the first day of a new school year. Full of excitement, a little nervous, feeling so proud and grown.
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This month, I was so excited to be able to share my own “back to school” photo as I returned to teaching in a preschool setting. I happily announced my new position as the new Music and Creative Movement teacher at the Copperfield Church Preschool. With my own fresh haircut, new outfit, and oversized teacher bags; I’ve jumped, danced, clapped, laughed, and sang my way into a new school year with a fabulous group of cheerful toddlers and preschoolers. Music is such a natural component to early childhood education, we are all born musical! In my classes, even the most shy and reserved child is receiving the rich developmental benefits of musical learning. Music supports cognitive 18 October | November 2020
development, language processing, emotional and social development, even physical growth and development. With all of the research that supports our understanding of the benefits in educational settings, there is such a strong argument for keeping music and the arts present in our schools. Especially in this period of time where we are creating new ways of interacting and teaching, music is there to support our teachers and our little ones through new ways of doing school. I am lucky enough to witness these benefits firsthand. In the first weeks of school, we’ve used music to ease first day jitters, help us remember to wash our hands and keep them away from our faces, we learn important skills of self control, learn and remember names, we’ve gotten silly, and burned off much needed energy on rainy days. We have one song that is literally the only effective way to gather a group of very curious and energetic 2 year olds. I get to see the smiles and hear the laughter, and see the learning that has already taken place in just a few weeks. I’m so lucky to get to share these moments with these little ones.
School settings are the first and most consistent exposure to music that many children experience. Participating in making music by singing, dancing, playing with instruments and exploring a variety of sounds and rhythms is crucial for the development of basic musical competence, as well as the diving off point for the full range of developmental benefits of music. As a music teacher, I am keenly aware of this fact and I am passionate in the belief that ALL children deserve to experience the joy of freely participating and enjoying music on a regular basis.
Liz Arrington combines her background in working with children and families with her love of music, to provide early childhood music and movement classes to the families of Cypress. Online music classes also available. See more at www.songfulbeginnings.com.
In my work, I focus a lot on encouraging parents to keep music and creativity present in their homes. Engaging in play and music together as a family. I also encourage parents to ask about music in their schools. Whether you are choosing a mother’s day out program, fulltime daycare setting, private or public school, schooling at home or in person, or even looking for enrichment activities for your babies and toddlers, music is always there to support your little one in their educational journey.
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CYPRESS SCHOOL NEWS News Source: CFISD News
Cypress Ranch Senior Selected for Prestigious STEM Internships Cypress Ranch senior Vedaant Kaura, was selected for two prestigious STEM summer internships, the Texas High School Aerospace Scholars Program (HAS) and the Student Enhancement in Earth and Space Science Program (SEES). HAS is a 16-week internship that invites Texas high school juniors to work closely with NASA to explore STEM-related majors and careers. Kaura participated in HAS from November 2019–February 2020 and was tasked with different projects, including simulated missions to the moon and finding solutions to problems on the International Space Station (ISS). Through the projects, Kaura and his team designed a tool to be used on the ISS that is currently being developed by NASA. “Having a tool being developed by NASA feels amazing,” said Kaura, who wants to major in aerospace and electrical engineering after high school. “I am very proud of myself that I could display my creativity to such an esteemed organization. This opportunity motivates me to do even greater things in my future career that will better humanity.” After completing the program, Kaura wanted to find additional opportunities and applied to SEES, a nationally competitive nineweek summer internship hosted by the University of Texas at Austin’s Center for Space Research and sponsored by NASA’s Texas Space Grant Consortium. The 2020 SEES internship was all virtual due to COVID-19. Through the program, students devote 10-15 hours a week looking at NASA data, developing and implementing a research design and collaborating with NASA experts on different projects. Kaura worked on mosquito mapping. “We worked on predicting where mosquitos would be in the future,” Kaura said. “I built mosquito traps out of things I found around the house, but my traps didn’t catch anything, so I wanted to focus on why that was. Even though my internship is completed, my research is still ongoing.” “Even though both HAS and SEES were rigorous internships, I had a blast in both because I was in my element,” Kaura said. “I encourage students who are interested in STEM to pursue these internships because you learn so much and you’re connected with top-notch professionals.”
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CFISD Athletes Named to Touchdown Club of Houston Preseason Football Team Bridgeland High School wide receiver Dylan Goffney and Cypress Ranch High School defensive back Romario Noel were among the standout football players named to and honored as a part of the Touchdown Club of Houston 2020 UIL High School Preseason Football Team. The honorees will be recognized on Sept. 23 at 7 p.m. during a virtual ceremony. They were among 40 football players selected to the preseason team, which the Touchdown Club constructs through film study, recommendations, recruiting rankings and preseason publications. Each player honored by the Touchdown Club will be presented with a plaque commemorating the distinction.
Dylan Goffney
Since 2013, twenty-five CFISD players have been named to the preseason team, which included the district having multiple selections from 2014-2017. CFISD had three honorees in each of the last two years and seven standouts selected in 2016. For a full list of honorees and other information, visit the Touchdown Club website at www.touchdownclub.org.
Romario Noel
CFISD High Schools Recognized in U.S. News & World Report Rankings Cypress Woods and Cypress Ranch high schools ranked among the top 1,700 U.S. high schools in the country, while Cy-Fair and Cypress Creek high schools gave Cypress-Fairbanks ISD four schools among the top 3,500 nationally, according to U.S. News & World Report’s annual list of America’s Best High Schools. Graduation rates and college readiness were among the numerous metrics used to determine the top schools. Data was drawn from the 2017-2018 school year, using state and federal datasets. Of more than 24,000 high schools reviewed across all 50 states and the District of Columbia, approximately 17,790 public high schools were ranked. Among those were 10 eligible CFISD high schools. The rankings methodology totaled a 100-point scale. Highestranked schools were those whose students excelled on state testing and performed beyond expectations, participated in and passed a variety of college-level exams and graduated in high proportions. Cypress Woods was ranked at 1,314 in the nation and 138 in Texas with a 98-percent graduation rate and overall score of 92.61. Cypress Ranch was ranked 1,606 in the nation and 160 in Texas with a 98-percent graduation rate and overall score of 90.97. Cy-Fair was ranked 3,003 in the nation and 258 in Texas. Cypress Creek was ranked 3,487 in the nation and 293 in Texas. Six other CFISD high schools were ranked nationally: Langham Creek High School, Cypress Falls High School, Cypress Ridge High School, Jersey Village High School. Cypress Lakes High School, and Cypress Springs High School.
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