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and the district endowment, the Tartan Fund, both help to supplement these costs specifically. “That’s the heart of the whole thing. The kids of course are the most important, but without teachers you don’t have a school,” she said. “Very few of our teachers can afford to live in the community, so they drive through all these communities that pay equally or higher and why would you do that? So we have to do our best to at least maintain where we are.” To make sure the rate they do pay is on par regionally, every summer the HPISD personnel department conducts a study to compare what other districts say they’re paying, Turner said.
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hile the community was debating Highland Park ISD's largest bond package last fall, life went on as normal inside classrooms. Teachers were teaching, students were learning, and the HP Education Foundation, PTAs, Sports Club, and other groups were out trying to fundraise to keep it all going. And with an estimated $83.8 million expected to be recaptured by the state this fiscal year, there’s a lot these groups are trying to make up. The district’s total operating budget for 2014-15 was $156.5 million, but the general fund was only $135.3 million. Ac-
cording to assistant superintendent for business services Tim Turner, that's the fund to pay attention to as it's what pays salaries and what the state recaptures on average $70.5 million from each year. “Our operating costs are closer to $50 million after we take recapture out of the taxes we collect,” Tim Turner said. “It impacts us tremendously. We’ve paid over a billion dollars since it [recapture] started in the 90s.” Every year the district must grapple with how to pay teachers competitively from the general fund with around $35 million allotted for instruction costs, and keep programs up to standards. According to the executive director of HPEF Jan Peterson, the annual campaign, Mad for Plaid,
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$156,464,505
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$80,937,030 $6,692,662 $145,842,479 $76,895,827 $7,288,892 $143,546,904 $75,033,404
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total Expenditures total recapture total gifts SOURCE: HPISD COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS
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hen a tragedy strikes, we can’t stay silent. I have given much thought, much prayer as to how to write this editorial. In the end, the only place I can start is by sharing my story. I was a proud University Park Panther, a Highland Park Raiders basketball player, and an editor-in-chief of The Bagpipe at Highland Park High School. I excelled in art, history, and english classes. I made good grades, did well on my SATs, and went to a good college. I did what you’re supposed to. But I also suffered from a disease I didn’t always feel I could tell people about — depression. That disease would consume most of my adolescent life. It is the thing I remember most about growing up. And I’m not the only one. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s first comprehensive report on children’s mental health in 2013 reported that 2.1 percent of children aged 3-17 years experience depression, and 1 out of 5 experienced a mental disorder (study compiled from data from 2005-11). The National Center for Health Statistics found that from 2009-12, 7.6 percent of Americans aged 12 and older suffered depression. From the time I turned nine, my world would never be the same. To hear it told by my parents, grandparents, and therapists, my depression didn’t start when my mom had her stroke in 1999, but to me the beginning has always been tied to that singularity. The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry says “Depression has no single cause. Both genetics and the environment play a role, and some children may be more likely to become depressed. Depression in children can be triggered by a medical illness, a stressful situation, or the loss of an important person. Children with
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POLICE SKU LD U GGE RY of the M O N T H T HE MI NOR CI TAT I O N GE NE R AT I O N At 10:24 p.m. on Feb. 6, police responded to a noise complaint in the 4000 block of Hanover Street, where juveniles were throwing a party. Officers released the minors to their parent or guardian, and three citations were issued for minor in consumption.
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o one ever expects to be apprehended by armed robbers. This mindset causes us to drop our guard, and leave ourselves vulnerable to these attacks. Recently, we have seen some incidents that should act as a reminder to be cautious at all times. On Jan. 27, three robbers beat a shopper in the parking lot of NorthPark Center. A woman and her husband were getting into their car and were ambushed by the scoundrels, who attempted to pull her into the car. The husband pulled her away, and the attackers fled. On Jan. 30, a woman was robbed at knife point at the shell station in Snider Plaza. On Jan. 31, a resident of the 4200 block of University Boulevard was approached by
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three armed robbers who stole around $2,600 in property, and a $25,000 white 2013 Kia Optima. University Park Officer Lita Snellgrove recommends people be aware of their surroundings when pulling into parking lots or garages. If someone approaches your vehicle, lock the doors, stay inside, and call 911. "You want to do what [the robber] tells you to do because you don't want to get injured," Snellgrove said.
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N O TA B L E I N C I D E N T S H I G H L A N D PA R K February 6 At 3:27 p.m., Jayro Francisco Castellon, 24, of Dallas, was arrested on charges of driving while intoxicated and evading arrest in the 4500 block of Cole Avenue. February 12 Between 9:45 p.m. on Feb. 11 and 7 a.m. on Feb. 12, a thief stole a silver 2014 Chevrolet Silverado containing a briefcase and .380 Sig Sauer pistol from the 4600 block of North Versailles Avenue. February 13 At 9:55 a.m. on Feb. 13, a resident of the 4000 block of Miramar Avenue found a trespasser in the garage, who fled. The resident confronted the rascal, who apologized
before jumping over a brick wall. Police found the resident’s $600 golf bag and clubs in the 4000 block of Miramar Avenue. February 13 Between noon on Feb. 12 and 11 a.m. on Feb. 13, a thief entered a blue 1980 Jeep CJ7 in the 4400 block of Westway Avenue and stole a speaker box with speakers inside. February 14 Between midnight and 9 a.m., a vandal caused $300 in damage to a blue 2004 Honda Element in the 4500 block of Abbott Avenue.
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U N I V E R S I T Y PA R K February 9 Between 10 p.m. on Feb. 8 and 8 a.m. on Feb. 9, a burglar broke into a black 2013 GMC Yukon SUV in the 4100 block of Stanford Avenue and stole the third-row seat.
February 12 At 2:59 a.m., Maria C. Candido, 21, of University Park, was arrested in the 3800 block of Bryn Mawr Drive on a charge of public intoxication.
February 10 Between noon and 5:46 p.m., a burglar broke into a gold 2004 Dodge Durango in Snider Plaza and stole a $200 Michael Kors clutch containing seven credit cards
February 13 Between 5:30 and 9:05 p.m., a burglar broke into a white 2011 Cadillac Escalade SUV in the 4300 block of Greenbrier Drive and stole the third-row seat.
February 11 At 11:30 p.m., a burglar broke into a gold 2007 Toyota Highlander in the 3100 block of Westminster Avenue and stole a $200 iPhone 5. Nathan Edmund Utkov, 21, of Dallas, was arrested on a charge of robbery.
February 14 Between 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 13 and 10 a.m. on Feb. 14, a thief entered a gray 2013 Chevrolet Impala in the 2900 block of Rosedale Avenue and stole a $500 HP laptop.
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Price of Private HOW TO PREPARE FOR THE COST OF YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATION
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Alcuin School parents would pay a total of $298,894 if they sent their children to school for the total years currently offered, Pre-K through 10th grade.
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People Newspapers With more than a handful of private schools scattered throughout the Preston Hollow and North Texas area, the educational options for families are endless. But while parents might prefer a private education because of programs offered or religious preferences, one look at the bill could change everything. According to the National Center for Educational Statistics most recent records, the national tuition average in independent schools for the 2011-12 school year at the elementary level was $7,770, and the secondary level was $13,030. According to school websites, the average tuition for schools in North Texas at the elementary level will be $20,566, and secondary level will be $23,915 for the 2016-17 school year. There's no denying tuition is expensive, and it only adds up the longer a child is in school. At those rates, the average cost is more than $300,000 for families who send their child to private school kindergarten through senior year. That’s more than sending a student to Harvard, Yale, or Princeton, for a four-year undergraduate degree, with room and board. Some families may choose to wait until high school to enter the private school realm. While that can save considerable dollars, the average cost can still be more than $95,000; more than four years of in-state tuition plus room and board at the University of Texas at Austin. Despite the cost, there are many reasons parents may choose private school. According to Head of School at Alcuin School
HOW IT ADDS UP
$360,470
Cost of Pre-K through 12th grade at Hockaday School
$69,285
Cost of four years of high school education at Jesuit College Preparatory
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Walter Sorensen, shopping around is a crucial part of discovering which school has the best program in which their child will thrive. “While [private schools] adhere to rigorous accreditation standards, they have the freedom to develop their own curriculum, allowing for variety and creativity in teaching, course content, and the ability to tailor and accelerate classes according to the needs of the students,” said Sarah Markhovsky, director of admission at the Greenhill School. For many families, education for their children is an optional financial expenditure. Others may find it necessary to meet their child’s learning or physical needs, sending
them to institutions such as the Winston or Shelton schools. A factor enrolling families should consider is the inflation of tuition as the child advances through the grades, along with regular increases in overall tuition. “As the cost of living increases, [tuition] typically increases,” said Tommy McBride, a wealth management advisor with Merrill Lynch. “If you’re barely able to get into kindergarten with your first child, you need to reevaluate.” Many schools offer financial aid so as not to prohibit deserving students from the education they want. Some institutions also offer payment plans for families who need to spread out costs over the course of the school year, though the payments due can incur interest. “Financial aid programs are designed to match the financial needs of families with the resources of a particular school,” said David Baker, director of admission and financial aid at St. Mark’s. But according to Markhovksy, many require lump sum tuition payments at the beginning of the school yearly, shortly after acceptances are given out. Third-party tuition loan programs and repay loans are another method families can use to make payments on time. In addition to advanced saving and preparation, the added costs of extracurricular activities, textbooks, and uniforms can’t go ignored. “How much families are willing to pay typically depends on the value they place on the education that private schools provide,” Baker said. “Careful budgeting is important for families who choose to send their children to private school.”
Not many high school students are spending time researching cancer treatments in university labs. But Highland Park High School junior Robert Luo, and senior Helen Zhang, are doing just that. In January, the partners were awarded third place in the 2015 Siemens Competition in Math, Science & Technology at the 2015 Innovation Summit in Washington, D.C. “It’s kind of surreal still,” Luo said. “I take a lot of pride in it. It’s all of our work over the last more than a year culminated into one big award I wouldn’t have imagined we would have gotten.” The two competed against high school students across the nation who all had projects in diverse areas, from engineering, to physical sciences, to astronomy. Zhang described the experience as humbling. “I’m really glad I got to meet them and through this experience I hope I form friendships that will allow me to collaborate with people I met in the future,” she said. The Siemens Competition is the nation’s premier science research competition for high school students. Zhang and Luo were honored for their research that identified a new potential target for the treatment of acute myeloid leukemia, the most common adult acute cancer. “When we went into doing research [the competition] wasn’t at the forefront of our minds,” Luo said. “I was just interested in doing research in … a real university lab. Something I couldn’t experience in just a high school setting.” By placing third, Zhang and
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Luo and Zhang placed third in the annual Siemens Competition.
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S C HOOLS CONTINUED FROM 1 “We have to pay competitive salaries. Are we challenged because of school finance to do that? Yes, we really are,” Turner said. “School finance is like a vice. It holds captive our revenues. As the number of students grow, our need goes up.” Mad for Plaid has raised $30 million since 2003 to help meet those needs. That amount includes gifts made to the organization from La Fiesta de las Seis Banderas and distributed by MFP. For the past two years MFP has averaged around $2.4 million, an increase from around $1.7 million during the recession. MFP will announce the amount raised for this year on March 1, but it’s expected to be over $2 million. “I’m not at all surprised, but I’m still very happy,” Peterson said. “When you get over $2 million you really can’t complain about a thing. I mean that is huge!” Peterson said that in a bond election year the conversation with potential donors is different, rather than difficult. “When you’re talking about
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$56,026 $53,222 FOR HPISD
DALLAS ISD
$54,789 $53,684 COPELL ISD
GRAND PRAIRIE ISD
$51,757 $57,379 REGION 10 AVG.
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These totals include gifts made by PTAs, Mad for Plaid, Sports Club, and other groups, as well as designated gifts.
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2014-15 $6,692,662 2013-14 $7,288,892 2012-13 $5,738,252 2011-12 $5,304,348 2010-11 $5,534,263
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a bond people say, ‘Ok my taxes are going to go up, and so therefore I’ll be giving more money to the schools,’” she said. “But we still need the money to fill those buildings we’re going to build with the teachers and all of the things that are needed for the students to use.” After teacher salary support, which is for grades K-12, the largest chunk of MFP funds go
BILLION
how much the state has recaptured since 1994 under the school finance program known as Robin Hood to distribute to property-poor districts
SINCE 2010
SOURCE: HPISD COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORTS
towards technology for grades 5-12. The high school and middle school PTAs work in conjunction with MFP to fundraise to help pay for things such as light bulbs and copier leases, according to high school PTA president Kim Quinn. The elementary schools don’t receive tech support from MFP because they have such active PTA groups, which is why MFP
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purposefully makes sure not to fundraise at the same time, Peterson said. “At a lot of the schools, since the 1930s, parents have been working in the cafeterias and supply rooms. It saves a lot of money for the schools so they don’t have to staff those,” said Quinn, a former Bradfield PTA member. “The auctions are always a lot of fun, but the most
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rewarding part are the activities you get to do with the kids and getting to know the teachers and administrators.” Those relationships are vital when elementary parents become middle and high school parents and get involved with Sports Club, MFP, or other groups, because determining what the schools need each year starts with conversations between these giving arms and the district. Turner said the process of crafting the district's budget for the next fiscal year just started in February, and it would take into account estimates of what the groups could give. To try to take some of the uncertainty each year out of the equation, Peterson said that growing the almost $15 million district endowment, the Tartan Fund, is going to be critical. “Annual campaigns there are ups and downs and so even though parents and families in the community are tremendously generous, we want to make sure that we have a little backing that’s always constant that we can rely upon,” Peterson said.
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Highland Park High School cheerleaders hosted the annual Elizabeth Toon Mini-Camp at the HPHS main gym on Feb. 6. The camp teaches cheers and dances to aspiring cheerleaders.
Audrey McFall and Payton Dempsey
Luo will share a $40,000 scholarship. The students have already split a $3,000 award for their research at the regional level of the competition, which included making a presentation to a panel of judges at UT-Austin. The students’ mentor for the research is Dr. Mi Deng, an instructor at UT-Southwestern. “Acute myeloid leukemia is a remarkably difficult cancer to treat, which makes [Luo] and [Zhang’s] research results that much more valuable,” said regional competition judge Jason Upton, Assistant Molecular Genetics and Microbiology Professor at UT-Austin. “New ideas and approaches to treatment are critically important. The direction of Robert and Helen’s results is intriguing and provides a solid foundation on which to build.” Zhang plans on majoring in biology in college and aspires to be a physician-scientist. She is a co-captain of the
HPHS Debate Team, volunteers at UT-Southwestern and participates in taekwondo. She has also been recognized as a National Merit Scholar. Luo aspires to be either a doctor, a computational chemist or a software engineer. He is a member of the Academic Decathlon team, tutors underserved children and plays violin in the Dallas Asian American Youth Orchestra. In addition to their opportunity at UTSW, both Luo and Zhang credit their success to the strong science program at HPHS. To HPISD Superintendent Dr. Tom Trigg, this recent honor acts as a testament to the school strong curriculum and instruction. “To say that we are proud of [Luo] and [Zhang} would be an understatement,” Trigg said. “They are achieving at the highest levels nationally, showing just what our students can accomplish when they significantly apply themselves to a worthwhile mission." -Staff report
STUDENTS OF THE MONTH
Jack Quigley
Sydney Mills was selected
Senior Highland Park HS
to participate in the Crow Museum’s Artist Residency Program.
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Sadie and Bode Abbott were Armstrong Elementary’s Principals for the Day on Feb. 10.
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Vernice “FlyGirl” Armour First African-American Female U.S Combat Pilot and Author of Zero to Breakthrough VERNICE “FLYGIRL” ARMOUR went from beat cop to pilot in three years. Within months of earning her wings, she was flying over Iraqi deserts in her missile-equipped attack helicopter. She completed two tours overseas as America’s first African American female pilot. Now, Armour shares her breakthrough mentality message based on her own warp-speed success.
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Keith Jenkins General Manager, Digital and Social Media National Geographic Society Award-winning producer, photographer and designer, KEITH JENKINS calls upon his experiences at NPR.org, The Washington Post and The Boston Globe in his current role as general manager of National Geographic Digital. Discover the behind-the-scenes strategy that has transformed National Geographic’s website into a truly digital organization and home to the Society’s global community.
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The Edith O’Donnell Arts and Technology building was dedicated on Nov. 7, 2013. The 55,000-square-foot facility is home to the ATEC program and has been described as “one of the most innovative 21st century programs in The University of Texas System.”
Hosted by UT Dallas’ Arts and Technology (ATEC) program, the series features speakers from a wide range of backgrounds in science, technology and art. They present public lectures on topics aimed at exploring the evolving relationships among art, technology, engineering, and behavioral and social sciences.
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NETTING A NEW TARGET
Scots Aim to Clear Playoff Barrier
Pressure on for team of fresh faces
By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor
By Todd Jorgenson Sports Editor
Highland Park has seven state lacrosse titles since 2004, which makes it the most decorated program in Texas. The most recent crown came last spring, when the Scots returned to the top spot after a two-year absence. When the Scots return to the field this year, they’ll again be among the favorites, which is nothing new for coaches and fans. But for a roster sprinkled with varsity newcomers, that pressure might present a fresh challenge. “We will get everyone’s best,” said HP head coach Derek Thomson. “There are a lot of new faces. The hard part is that you just don’t pick up where you left off.” In fact, the Scots graduated 17 seniors from their 29-man roster in 2015. The 12 returnees will combine with a talented group of fresh faces to give HP a solid chance to repeat at this spring’s state tournament in May. “This year’s team is not as deep, but they could be as talented as any group Highland Park has ever had,” said Thomson, who is beginning his 13th season with the Scots. “We’re still not where we need to be in terms of depth, but we have a lot of talented juniors and sophomores who have waited their turn, and now they’re hungry.” When HP swept the Division I and Division II titles in the Texas High School Lacrosse League last May, it might have carried more significance than when the Scots accomplished the same feat in 2008 and 2012. The growth of high school lacrosse throughout Texas had made the talent pool stronger
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The Scots lacrosse team looks to follow up last year's state title with another victory.
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and more diverse statewide, with more upstarts capable of knocking off the traditional powerhouses. College programs from lacrosse hotbeds in the Northeast have taken notice of that bur-
7 Jesuit 12 at Coppell
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19 Plano West
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22 at St. Mark’s
7:30 p.m.
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geoning reputation for generating top talent. HP has almost a dozen players on its current roster who have committed to play at the next level, to go with several alumni who have paved the way.
“There are a lot of them now that are making major impacts at the college level,” Thomson said. Several players are expected to be major contributors this season for HP, including goaltender Colby Kneese; returning attackers Jackson Durham, Hoyt Matise, and Owen Seebold; defensemen Cade Saustad, Luke Petty, and Chris Walker; midfielders Chris Buell, Parker Alexander, and Jack Kozmetsky; and faceoff specialists Chase Jackson and Kyle Massimilian. Thomson said a few players are nursing injuries from football season that might cause them to miss some early games, such as a three-game trip to California in March. But they should be available for critical April showdowns with rivals such as Jesuit, ESD, St. Mark’s, and The Woodlands.
Highland Park might have been in a different classification last season, but it ran into the same stumbling block. The Scots were eliminated in the regional quarterfinals for the third consecutive season — twice in Class 5A and once in 6A. There aren’t many teams around the state that can boast that type of consistency, but HP is ready to move on. “It’s kind of a hump that we want to get over. Hopefully this group of kids can get there,” said HP head coach Travis Yoder. “It’s a successful season if you go three rounds, but these kids always want to go one more.” In their second and final season at the 6A level, the Scots will try to clear the third-round hurdle with a roster that lacks significant varsity experience. HP lost eight seniors, including standouts Layne Looney, Jon Skidmore, and Matthew White, who have each moved on to the college level. “We had a lot of good leaders last year,” Yoder said. “This year we’ve got a lot of young guys with little varsity experience, but they’re stepping up and working hard. I’m really
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HP Signees Specialize in Different Fields By Todd Jorgenson
From left: College signees Jack Sides, Savanna Jones, Sawyer Lake, Joseph Sweeney, Turner Rejebian, and Grant Howell.
Sports Editor
Joining the soccer program at Texas Tech next season will make Savanna Jones feel like she’s among family and friends. Her parents met while they were students there, so the Highland Park midfielder is already familiar with the Lubbock campus. And playing for the Red Raiders also will allow Jones to reunite with former Lady Scots standout Kate Summers, who is currently a Texas Tech freshman. “We’re really good friends,” Jones said of Summers. “Her being there makes me feel much more comfortable.” Jones, who signed with Tech on Feb. 3, reached the 50-goal plateau for the Lady Scots earlier this season. That total includes the game-winner in the Class 4A state semifinals against Cedar Park as a freshman. “Savanna is one of the most technical players we’ve ever
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had,” said HP head coach Stewart Brown. “She smiles all the time, but behind that smile is one of the most competitive people I’ve ever seen on a soccer field.” Two HP football players also will share the field beginning next fall, but it won’t be as teammates. Rather, defensive backs Turner Rejebian and Joseph Sweeney signed with ri-
val Division II programs in the Lone Star Conference — Rejebian with West Texas A&M University and Sweeney with Angelo State University. In fact, the duo went on a visit to ASU together before Rejebian eventually decided to sign instead with WTAMU. “It will be good competition,” Rejebian laughed. “We’re still really good friends.”
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Both players made key defensive stops to preserve close victories last season for the Scots. Sweeney came up with a big play against North Mesquite, and Rejebian against Mesquite Horn. While Rejebian was a hard-hitting safety, Sweeney was the team’s top cornerback in addition to playing snaps on offense and special teams. “The facilities are absolute-
ly fantastic. The weight room overlooks the field,” Sweeney said of the San Angelo campus. “It will definitely be an adjustment, but I don’t think I’ll have a hard time making the transition.” Meanwhile, HP offensive lineman Jack Sides will play Division I football with Army after announcing his commitment to the United States Military Academy at West Point. “It’s a special opportunity,” said Sides, a third-generation HP football player who started 39 consecutive games for the Scots. “It’s really hard for me to say no to something like that. Plus, it’s big-time football there.” Also on Feb. 3, baseball standouts Grant Howell and Sawyer Lake announced their college commitments. Howell will attend Wheaton College in Illinois, while Lake will play for Swarthmore, in Pennsylvania. Email sports@people newspapers.com
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Stephen Dieb Senior, wrestling
Stefon Jauregui Senior, basketball
Dieb was runner-up in the 145-pound weight class at the Class 6A Region II meet after being named the most outstanding wrestler at the district meet.
Jauregui, HP’s leading scorer this season, had a game-high 28 points in an 84-82 win over North Mesquite that clinched a playoff berth for the Scots.
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Where Will the Scots Fit in Class 5A? The surroundings will be a little more familiar, even if the geography won’t be as friendly, as Highland Park transitions back to Class 5A next fall. The Scots will be part of the new District 15-5A with a mix of familiar and new foes, including Forney, Lovejoy, Mesquite Poteet, North Forney, Royse City, West Mesquite, and Wylie East. The UIL announced the new district assignments on Feb. 1 as part of its biennial realignment process. The Scots have spent the past two seasons competing in Class 6A, which is the largest classification in the state. They’ve had some success in postseason competition, most notably in girls soccer and tennis, despite being one of the smallest schools in terms of enrollment.
Now, thanks to new enrollment cutoffs, HP will drop back down to the classification (formerly 4A) in which — as one of the largest schools in the state — it was a powerhouse for more than two decades before jumping two years ago. "It's a tough 5A district, but it's good to be in a classification that reflects your enrollment," said HP football coach Randy Allen. The new district will begin competition in fall 2016, and will affect sports including football, volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, tennis, golf, and track and field. Other UIL sports such as soccer, wrestling, and swimming have separate district alignments that may or may not overlap. Those will be announced later this spring. — Todd Jorgenson
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impressed with their work ethic.” Such inexperience obviously presents some challenges, but Yoder said the young players are eager to prove themselves. “When you lose so many starters, it’s hard to rebuild. I think we’re going to surprise people,” he said. “If we can fly under the radar a little bit and outwork people, then I think you’re going to see a lot of wins.” Among the players expected to contribute are returnees William Adair, Sawyer Lake, Grant Howell, William Wessman, and football players Jack Sides, Turner Rejebian, and Kyle Burnett. The Scots likely won’t have a lot of power in the lineup, so they will look to manufacture runs with situational hitting and smart base running. Yoder said HP might need to lean on its pitching and defense to win some low-scoring games. “We’re going make contact and put pressure on the defense and be aggressive on the bases,” Yoder said. The nondistrict schedule is difficult, starting with high-profile
February
22 Mesquite Horn*
25-27 SBISD tourney^ TBA
24 at Lake Highlands* 7 p.m. 29 Mesquite*
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10 Sachse
11 a.m.
19 Lake Highlands*
10 Midland
6:30 p.m.
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11 a.m.
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11 Belton 11 Denton Guyer
6:30 p.m.
12 Lovejoy
3 p.m.
15 North Mesquite*
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18 at Rich. Pearce*
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tournaments in Houston and McKinney. The District 10-6A schedule gets underway in late March. Yoder said in order to survive such a gauntlet, the Scots will adopt a blue-collar boxer mental-
29 Richardson*
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ity. They might not have a huge knockout punch but will wear you down with steady jabs. “It will put our feet to the fire a little bit, but I think their confidence is going to grow,” he said.
THE MONTH
Rachel Wasserman Sophomore, soccer
Morgan Smith Junior, basketball
Wasserman scored six goals combined in the first five District 10-6A games for Highland Park, including two in a 9-2 victory over Mesquite.
Smith, a guard, scored a gamehigh 13 points during a win over Richardson Berkner, and also tallied 11 points during a win over Richardson Pearce.
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CAMPS
EVERYONE IS A HAPPY CAMPER Camp hosts kids with same diagnoses By Jacie Scott
Special Contributor Camp John Marc has introduced over 50,000 children and teens with chronic medical and physical ailments to a special kind of fun and a second home. “Camp is a place where worries disappear and memories last forever,” said a camper in a testimonial on the organization’s website. Another camper said it is where “true survivors” are created. Several even expressed their sorrow at Kevin leaving. Randles One current camper compares it to magic, because every time she goes to camp she feels better. Executive director Kevin Randles can personally attest this magical sentiment because he felt it when he first arrived as a camper in 1992. Each of the 11-summer sessions at Camp John Marc are diagnosis specific and affiliated with different Dallas and Fort-Worth hospitals, including: Children’s Health, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Cook Children’s Medical Center, and Parkland Hospital. Randles was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia on Mother’s Day of 1991. He was treated at Children’s Medical Center in Dallas, an hour and a half commute from his hometown of Pottsboro, Texas. Through the hospital, Randles was invited to attend a weeklong session — Camp Esperanza. The camp was in a remote location, with on-site medical care and ample opportunities for fun thanks to cookouts, talent shows, and tournaments, to name a few. There was nothing like it back home. “Being from a smaller town, there wasn’t really anyone else dealing with a chronic illness that we were aware of, especially not cancer,” said Randles, who had his last chemotherapy treatment over the Thanksgiving holiday in 1993. “It was neat to go to camp and be able to have that experience with other kids who are going through the same thing that you are.” It was a unique place with a unique mission, which is one of the reasons Randles always returned — from his nine years as a camper to college summers on the staff. He accepted a job as assistant camp director upon graduation from
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Oklahoma State University. Six years later, he became camp director. And now, executive director.
Randles’ own history with Camp John Marc gives him a unique perspective of the camp’s 25-year history. Tradition is the word that comes to mind when he thinks of it, because not much has changed. There have been improvements in the medical care of campers and of the medical facility, and sessions are now also offered on weekends during the “off-season.” But, campers still get that Camp John Marc joy that Randles experienced for years. While campers can look forward to the traditional talent shows and theme nights, there are several projects that are outcome/skill based. This not only ties back to the camp’s tagline of “inspiring confi-
dence for life,” but also introduces campers to a skill that they may not otherwise learn, such as photography or cooking. Randles has seen campers take these skills and not only enjoy them, but build a passion around them. That has and will continue to be the mission of Camp John Marc. “Maybe for 51 weeks of the year, they are in and out of the hospital in treatments,” Radles said. “But, for that one week, they’re just kids having fun. And the fun that they have is just inspiring to see.” To find if there is a session associated with your child’s diagnosis visit: campjohnmarc.org/experience-cjm/ camp-calendar.
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DRAMA, DRAMA, DRAMA n Shakespeare Dallas offers kids of all ages the chance to learn from devotees of the Bard this summer. One option is All The World’s a Stage. Campers for grades 2-6 will create characters and practice scenes from different plays. At the close of camp, they will perform for friends and family at the Samuel Grand Amphitheater. Dates: June 13 - 17 Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $200 Where: J. Erik Jonsson Central Library Times and dates of the other camps are available online.
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Aspiring actors can test their mettle at one of four camps offered by Shakespeare Dallas this summer. nSummerStage 2016 at the Dallas Theater Center runs twoweek acting and musical theater sessions for children ages 7-12. With musical theater in the morning and acting in the afternoon, students have the option to participate in a half or full day sessions. Dates: June 6 - Aug. 5, Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $285 for benefactors, friends, and subscribers; $335 for general public Where: Dee and Charles Wyly
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BREATH OF FRESH AIR n YMCA Camp on the Lake is an opportunity for kids ages 6-13 to spend a week shooting archery, swimming, canoeing/ kayaking, sailing, playing field games, and making crafts. Bus rides are offered to and from Lake Lewisville from eight YMCAs, including the Park Cities and Town North locations. Dates: May 31 – Aug. 19 Time: Drop off: 7:30 to 8:15 a.m. Pick up: 5 to 6 p.m. Cost: Varies Where: Lake Lewisville n Preston Hollow Presbyterian invites kindergarteners through fifth-graders to spend a week at Springhill Day Camp. There will be crafts, games, adventures along creek, and a watermelon seed-spitting contest. Kids grades 6-12 can apply to be junior counselors by contacting Ann Nielsen at anielsen@phpc.org . Dates: July 11 - 15 and 18 - 22 Time: 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cost: $200 Drop off and pick up at PHPC
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ne of newest restaurants at NorthPark Center boasts a quirky design sensibility, a vibe and menu inspired by Teddy Roosevelt, and a team behind it that has launched some of the city’s best restaurants of recent years. The Theodore is the latest concoction of a group of dining-scene aces that includes restaurant mastermind Christopher Zielke, of Oak Cliff stalwart Bolsa; chef Tim Byres, the James Beard Award-winning restaurateur who created Smoke and Chicken Scratch; and Christopher Jeffers, The Theodore’s creative director whose adoration of film looms large here. Their collective vision has given birth to a casual eatery that’s whipping up elegant American favorites (think lamb pot pies, beef Wellington, craft pizzas, and sandwiches on homemade bread). “We are looking to be a timeless restaurant that feels vintage and modern at the same time,” Zielke said. But why root a chef-driven dining experience in a mall? Zielke said he couldn’t resist taking advantage of the impressive foot traffic the shopping center attracts. “It is the largest stage in Dallas – the number one tourist destination – and has the highest traffic count,” he said. “We are obviously attracted to the possibility of serving so many people.” And so many people there will be; the mall draws more than 20 million visitors a year. In addition, the restaurant team hopes the bespoke interior — inspired by director Wes Anderson’s films — will pique curiosity while
ON THE MENU ABOVE: "Choose Your Own Adventure" pizza, fried chicken breast buffalo sandwich on ciabatta, the Badlands Cocktail, and the coriander and sweet mustard chicken breast pita. providing a hip setting. “Anderson’s films embody a timeless quality, which we looked to when it came to aesthetics,” he said. “We want our guests to walk in and instantly feel as if they are not in a shopping center.” The menu at The Theodore is as thoughtful and fun as an Anderson flick, while showcasing some serious culinary pedigree. For example, The Theodore’s starters capitalize on the of-the-moment appetizer in Dallas: toasts. A version with cured ham, horseradish egg salad, and mustard seeds stacked atop thick slabs of sourdough makes for a salty, meaty, satisfying start to dinner. The restaurant prides itself on making its own bread and dough, including the chewy-crunchy base that anchors its pizzas. I topped mine with mushroom cream, chicken, fresh mush-
rooms, and mozzarella, which turned out a bit too woodsy for my taste, though that didn’t stop me from putting away a couple slices. The buffalo fried chicken sandwich on fluffy ciabatta bread garnered most of my attention, however, partly due to its heft. It took quite some maneuvering to knifeand-fork or pick up and bite the saucy, blue cheesy behemoth, but it was worth the effort. The entrée paired well with a nicely balanced cocktail, called the Badlands — a mix of cognac and bourbon adorned with a red wine ice ball. Another meaty highlight is The Theodore’s burger, draped in American cheese, stacked with bacon, and served with house-made potato chips. This entrée is terrific for pairing with a wine by the glass or cocktail like the Yosemite or the Glacier Bay. The handcrafted cocktails here come from the mind of barman Kyle Hilla, who brought the bar at Bolsa to new heights in his tenure there. The drinks are meant to evoke the rough-and-tumble Roosevelt. Diners are certain to run into other homages to the former president, from photos and décor cues to his bons mots emblazoned on to-go boxes. All of it’s a natural fit for a restaurant with a love of American fare, Zielke noted. “We wanted to be a timeless American restaurant, and who is more classic than Teddy?” Zielke said. “He lived his life without fear. … He was a larger-thanlife character who embodies the American spirit.” Farah is the founder and editor of TheDallasDiva.com and SwineAndSwill. com. She is also a restaurant writer for Thrillist and was previously a local editor for Zagat.
Sue Berk didn’t expect to make ceramic crosses for a living, but that’s just what the Jewish Park Cities resident does. “Everything I’ve been really successful at I’ve kind of fallen into,” Berk said. Berk was working in high-tech marketing for Texas Instruments, Nokia, and Sprint in the ‘90s, when she decided to flip a house. Her engineer friends at TI convinced her that she could do a lot of the work herself, which is how one day she found herself buying a kiln and making her own tiles. “I went to this little ceramics store in Richardson and the woman was stern — she wasn’t very encouraging at all,” Berk said. “But I just kind of learned as I went along.” Her chutzpah earned her a place on the Discovery Channel’s Interior Motives with Christopher Lowell. “It’s funny because I found the tape the other day… and I played it for my kids, and they were like, ‘Ooh you look so young mama,’” she said. “The [tile] style I did was so ugly. I don’t know if I want anyone to see that!” Not wanting to return to the corporate world, Sue decided to try out a few craft shows and started with the Hyer Preschool Association’s Happy Hollydays Bazaar. “I’m Jewish, so I sold mugs, and pots, and lamps, and then I made a few crosses because you know, I’ve seen them around town,” she said. “And the crosses just kind of flew out the door.”
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Doctor to Lead Research at Cancer Institute Dr. James K.V. Willson, associate dean of oncology programs and director of the Harold C. Simmons Comprehensive Cancer Center at UT Southwestern Medical Center, has been named chief scientific officer of the Cancer Prevention and Research Institute of Texas. Willson will lead CPRIT’s academic program by recruiting cancer researchers to Texas and supporting innovative projects. Under Willson, the National Cancer Institute recognized Simmons Cancer Center by awarding it comprehensive status, the highest designation given. It is one of only 45 cancer centers nationally to receive such distinction, and the only one in North Texas. Willson is a Preston Hollow resident.
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Women hand paint Sue Berk’s designs on ceramic crosses at a factory in China.
CONTINUED FROM 20 They were such a hit that Berk decided to specialize in them. One of the first shops she went to sell at was Logos Bookstore, where she consulted owner Susan Lewis on which Bible verses to use. “It was fun. I just adore her,” Lewis said. “Her baby crosses are the best selling baby crosses we see and they’re very important.” The demand for crosses soon took over her life and her house, which she describes as always dusty no matter how much she cleans. Hitting a wall, she went in search of a factory. She looked in Mexico and China, but settled on China. “A lot of people think, ‘Oh China,’ but China has a really rich history with ceramics, like you think of Ming pottery. They’re amazing,” she said. “You think it just magically happens. The handwriting is a decal, but all the other [things] they literally sit and hand paint them.” But working with the factories can have its downsides. When her old factory started raising prices a few years ago it almost caused her to go out of business. “The prices are going up all over because people in China can go get a job doing something versus sitting there and painstakingly painting all the time,” Berk said. Luckily Berk found a new factory and used the opportunity to relaunch last fall with a series of new crosses with fresh colors and designs. “What she provides to the community is such a unique product,” Lewis said. “We’ve always personalized them at Logos, but now she’s making ones with space to personalize.” Berk now also sells baby blankets, wood frames, and leotards. She said she tries to match styles to what’s popular in children’s bedding. “Quatrefoil is really popular right now, and gray is in,” she said. “There was a time where brown was really in and I overbought on these [blankets]. So I still have them.” The bustling entrepreneur also has to juggle being a mom to two Hyer Huskies, a task Lewis says she does well and with
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LIVING WELL Family Practice Makes Clients Enlightened Greenhill grad uses passion for skincare By Karly Hanson
Special Contributor Kari Feinstein has always been fascinated with beauty. Growing up she styled her friends and spent hours in front of the mirror. The way she remembers it (her father says otherwise), 12 years ago she was sitting on the beach in Connecticut with her family popping pimples. Her dad, an endocrinologist, said something that “struck her like lightening.” Dr. David Feinstein said he had heard of new technology that was capable of permanently removing hair with a laser, which could really help his patients who struggle with hormonal imbalances that can cause excessive facial hair growth. Kari was intrigued. After doing research, she told her dad she wanted to start her own business. She became certified as a technician, and has since accumulated more certifications than can fit on her wall – one for each of the different procedures and
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pieces of equipment she uses. Despite his reservations, he gave her one of his examining rooms in his office at Medical
City — and then another, and another after that, as TA N N E R G A R Z A her business continued to grow. “Kari was involved early with the new technology, she sort of caught the wave,” David said.
Eleven years later, Kari has expanded her company, Enlighten MD, into its own office space on Forest Lane where she cares for more than 3,000 patients. Since opening her medical spa, Kari has expanded into other treatment procedures largely focusing on reducing
the affects of aging, including Ultherapy, an FDA-approved nonsurgical procedure to lift the brow, chin, and neck. “Business is good; Everyone’s aging,” Kari said. “Making people feel their best is very rewarding.” Though Kari owns the business, it is largely a Feinstein family affair. David is the medical director. Younger sister Abby has been a technician at the spa for five years. Lauren, the youngest of the five Feinstein siblings, started her own social media company, Crush Brands, and is in charge of Enlighten’s social media. “I have this unusual experience,” David said. “I don’t have any children living in my house anymore — I see them at work. I go to work to see my children.” In addition to four of the Feinsteins working together in the same office, all five siblings live in Preston Hollow within driving distance of their childhood home. “Golf carts are involved,” Lauren said. Kari, now a mother of three boys, says her family support system is how she is able to keep balance in her life. “She was sort of made to do what she is doing,” David said. “Kari is very, in a sense, naturally successful in this arena.”
Feel the Burn: Find Zyn and Get a Workout Too Rebecca Flannery
Special Contributor The setting at Zyn22 at The Shops at Park Lane is not typical for the average gym. Lights are dimmed, candles are lit, and the destination is both fitness and peacefulness. Equipped with one classroom, 20 instructors, and 50 bikes, Zyn22 provides 45-minute rhythmic spin classes, fullbody workouts, and a space to clear your mind with a community of riders. The company harps on the belief that when combined with consistency, the ride will be life changing. For myself, the experience was quite a ride. A virgin spinner, it was awkward trying to figure out how to clip in my shoes. In that mo-
ment, I couldn’t have been more thankful that the room was almost completely dark — and that there was a staff member close by to adjust my seat for me, post clip-in. “When the lights are up, everybody looks around. And not only do they look around, they look around and focus on everybody else,” said co-owner Denis Morton. “When we drop the lights, it really allows them to work harder because they don’t think anybody else is looking. It becomes a really personal experience.” Morton, the certified “Zynsei” of the operation, said each of the instructors underwent a rigorous training with him before they were placed in the saddle. Trainers include a Dallas Cowboys cheerleader, a drill
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ior Beauty has arrived in Highland Park Village straight from Paris as one of only three beauty boutiques in the United States. I popped in opening evening to see my friend Christian Iles, one of the stylists, and I felt like a kid in a candy store! All the beautiful shades of lipsticks, glosses, eyeshadows, and fragrances pop against the stark white and black displays. I loved every aspect of the store, the clean lines and bright lighting to the extremely lush offerings. They have what’s called the cabine, where facials are complimentary with a minimum Dior Skincare purchase. It’s a futuristic looking mini spa that reminds me of The Jetsons, but looks oh so relaxing! National skin care specialist, Andre´ Hébert is in house 2 weeks a month and there are several items in the skin-care line exclusive to the boutique. Then, there is the fragrance wall. I particularly love La Collection Privée, which was created by master perfumer François Demachy who can identify over 2,500 raw ingredients
M O L LY N O L A N correctly by smell. How incredible is that? Think about it. The closest city from Dallas to carry the line is Chicago. Grand Bal, one of the scents in the collection, is my personal favorite. Their attention to detail and craftsmanship is something Monsieur Dior would be proud of. To create J’adore Parfum alone they spend over 1,700 hours handpicking Jasmine Absolute, in Grasse, France, to acquire 2.2 pounds worth of the essence. Let’s not forget the makeup, eyeshadows, cheek color, lip colors, and nail lacquers — what a plethora of glossy fun! One 2016 spring item is only available here, but you’ll have to ask for boutique manager D’Onna Winn to find out what it is. J’adore Dior. Welcome to the land of big hair and makeup.
ello, friends. It’s that time of the year I want to encourage anyone reading these words to gather some dirt, water, sunlight and a seed or two and try growing some food! Fear of failure is a common reason not to get in the growing game but let me tell you - anyone can do this. You don’t need lots of time, yard space, or knowledge to take the plunge. Last year was my first growing year. Gardening calms the mind & body, pleasures all the senses and rewards with beauty and delicious nutrition. First sprout? Life happening - excitement. A sprout turning into a little plant? Pride. Your plant bearing leaves, fruit or an edible flower? Hooked. True love. And, the best tasting food you’ve ever had. Last year, with only a trail of dead houseplants to my name, I dove in with no knowledge and lots of hope. Armed with a couple of raised beds (purchased online from Home Depot), prime organic soil mix from Redenta’s and random seeds and
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tice serenity under duress. That’s what puts ‘Zyn’ on the door.” Morton explained it was totally normal to fall behind on the first class if it’s not something someone is used to performing on a weekly basis. “It’s a huge learning curve,” Morton said. “But it gets easier the more you work with it.” Founders Mark and Melissa Page decided to open this second location of Zyn22 last September after having a successful first ride in Fort Worth. They plan to open
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Q U I C K FAC T S Reconciliation Outreach was founded in 1987 by Dorothy Moore, affectionately called the "Lady in the Hood." n MISSION: To create a Christian community in the inner city to meet the needs of broken lives.
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Special Contributor Bryn May was stuck. She was stuck in a manipulative relationship, and a cycle of drugs and despair. “I got introduced into another world than anything that I had ever before,” May said. “My life really just started falling apart. I started pulling away from my family, isolating myself, and I was just very broken.” The Dallas native’s parents knew about Reconciliation Outreach — the ministry-based nonprofit that works with both adults and children to nourish the body and soul — because its CEO, Tim Chapman, was a family friend. They knew that’s what she needed. But May wasn’t ready to be helped. It wasn’t long, however, before she reached her breaking point and realized she couldn’t do it on her own anymore. “I called my dad, crying, and told him that I was finally ready,” May said. “I walked through the doors of RO and I had to tell myself there was no Plan B. The fact that there was no judgment, and there was no condemnation. They really just loved on me long enough for me to realize who I was.” That’s the mission of RO: to transform generations by creating a Christian community to meet the needs of broken lives. From individuals like May, to those who are homeless or facing addiction, and even felons trying to find their way again. It started when founder Dorothy Moore opened her heart to the East Dallas community almost 30 years ago. She wanted to help those in need, and she
n DONATE: RO currently needs socks, vacuum cleaners, hangers, pillows, ear muffs, winter jackets, computers, a three-door commercial refrigerator, heaters, and blankets. To donate, contact Dawn Cohen at dcohen@rodallas.org. n TEE OFF: The 4th annual golf tournament benefiting RO is April 23 at 8 a.m. at Bear Creek Golf Club. Email: golf@rodallas.org.
er opportunities that they may not have otherwise had. Chapman says that the key is for them to get back to life and pursue what they are really called to pursue. May is an example of how the adult programs can work. She is now sober, courageous, and hopeful for what is to come. She is in her final months of her yearlong journey in RO’s Ministry Intern Personnel Program, and says that she has found her purpose. May has committed to another year of working with RO to reach out to those who also need help. This is what she was called to do. “Now, it’s my turn not to make it about me, and to make it about the others that are coming in,” May said. “To get to pay it forward and go through the next year and half on the team with RO and do the internship program and pour into the other people that are coming in that are broken, hurting, and are just longing to be loved and accepted. My vision is to see what I can bring to the team.”
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Reconciliation Outreach has residential treatment programs, summer camps, afterschool programs, job training, and transitional housing. started with the children. Moore implemented Sunday school and after school programs, exposing atrisk children to educational opportunities, activities, and love. As her ministry grew, she began to see the bigger picture. Pia Molina, a spokeswoman at RO, said Moore talked about how when working with the kids she realized a lot of the problems they faced stemmed
from their parents, who were sometimes addicts or living on the streets. “That’s why she opened up a women’s home, men’s home, and now the transitional housing,” Molina said. “It came in as just outreach for the kids, but I think RO has grown into a holistic way to restore the community.” Adults are now exposed to a rigorous mix of discipleship, job training, and oth-
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STEPPING UP TO THE MICROPHONE Friends create podcast to tell untold tales Britt E. Stafford
People Newspapers Brett Featherston and Robb Flint have faces for radio. Rather then quit their jobs to attempt careers on the air, the University Park residents decided to team up and start their own podcast, “Insignificant Others.” A few years ago, Flint recommended Featherston start listening to podcasts while on a drive to Colorado. Hooked, Featherston suggested he and Flint start their own, and two years of talking later, “Insignifcant Others” was conceived. “I think we hit it off because we like to talk,” Flint said. “We like other people, we think we are funny, but not as funny as we think we are. So, we thought we could bring something to podcasting.” “Insignifcant Others” airs to demonstrate the adage “everyone has a story.” Talking to a variety of individuals, from a news reporter and recovering alcoholic to a cancer survivor, together the two tackle a wide range of topics from local personalities. “The main thing, when we did this, we did it with the intent of let’s just do whatever we want,” Featherston added. “What’s fun for us. It wasn’t to make money and I doubt we will ever make a penny off of it.” Flint, a consultant, and Featherston, head of sales for a loyalty marketing company, decided to start the venture for fun in September. Following three months of
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Brett Featherston and Robb Flint record their sessions in the comfort of Featherston’s UP home. preparation and practice, they felt ready to bring in their first guest. While they have no prior journalistic experience, the two aren’t afraid to ask questions, and discuss real and difficult situations in their guests lives. As of yet, microphone shyness has not been an issue. “All of the sudden you hear the stories about them battling cancer or alcoholism or the challenges they faced,” Featherston said. “It’s a great way to get to know people and … what the coolest thing has been
is how willing and open people have been to share their stories.” The name “Insignificant Others” doesn’t refer to the dynamic duo’s guests. According to them, the title is more about the hosts’ lack of fame. “It’s a play on words,” Flint said. “It’s more about us than it is about our guests.” The hour to an hour and a half sessions take place in a domestic setting rather than a high tech studio. Just Featherston and Flint, their guest, and $400 worth of equip-
ment — including headphones and microphones —, all sitting casually around the kitchen table in Featherston’s home. According to Featherston, “Insignificant Others” already has 10,000 downloads, with only seven sessions posted to iTunes to date. “It’s bigger than I thought it would be,” Featherston said. “And the cool thing is we’ve got guests and friends that are suggesting other [guests] … It’s kind of taken on a life of its own.”
There and Back: HP's Hepola Can Come Home Again Britt E. Stafford
People Newspapers Sarah Hepola’s dream to write a book first came to her in a classroom at McCulloch Intermediate School. Little did she know that more than 25 years later she would finally accomplish that dream. Hepola’s best-selling memoir Blackout: Remember The Things I Drank To Forget follows her adult life as she tries to piece together the countless alcohol-induced blackouts. But, as readers find out, Hepola’s story didn’t begin in the glitz and glamour of her New York City lifestyle. It actually began in University Park.
“I came here when I was four years old,” Hepola, 41, said. “We lived at Lovers and Preston. We rented a Sarah small house and Hepola we tried to make our place there.” Hepola’s experience growing up in the Park Cities was, as she explained, two-fold. While grateful for the education she received, the same education that would inspire her to write for a living, she also felt the challenge of being an outsider. Hepola readily admits she took her first sip of alcohol long before she was of legal age to
even get behind the wheel of a car. “I was starting to socially
drink at 13,” Hepola said. As Hepola progressed through school, she found her group of drinking peers expanded, and was soothed by the way alcohol made her feel like she finally belonged somewhere. “And one thing I felt drinking in my last two years of high school where we drank mostly in parks and parking lots and peoples houses … how much it soothed the hurt of my early years,” Hepola said. “I was so intoxicated by the way drinking broke the hierarchy around us. All the cliques … it felt like it all dissolved when we were drinking.” With high school behind her, Hepola travelled south to attend
the University of Texas at Austin. While she knew she wanted to be a writer, she had never thought to be a journalist until her roommate recruited her to write for The Daily Texan. “I had tunnel vision that I was going to write fiction,” Hepola said. “The discipline of writing can take many different shapes.” Soon, she got her first taste for the pop culture lifestyle where she was sent to concerts and movies, and was paid to write about them. Steadily, she made her way through the Texas writing circuit, working for The Austin Chronicle and the
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From Mayor to Musician in No Time Flat By Meredith Carey
Special Contributor Meet Lainey Gonzales on the streets of Austin and you probably wouldn’t think she had political experience under her belt. While the current presidential candidates may not dress up as a Teletubby and pass out roses to strangers, Lainey’s campaign strategy worked in the University of Texas sophomore’s favor last year as she was voted the second annual mayor of Austin City Limits. Her civic duties included two free weekends at the famed music festival and a stipend for all the snacks and swag she wanted. But as Gonzales’ time as mayor came to an end, her career in music was just beginning. A Highland Park High School graduate, Gonzales always had a passion for music—one that has gotten her to ACL every year since she was 16—wasn’t sure how she could turn her hobby into a full-time job. “Music has always been in the back of my mind and pursuing a career in music was always a dream,” she said. “But recently, I’ve realized life is short and I need to try, especially since I’ve been blessed with the opportunity and means.” So after meeting with many of the producers and organizers for ACL at a one-on-one lunch in Austin late last year, the chance to turn her passion and dream of performing on the Zilker Park stage herself seemed much more
"I T WAS E ASY TO STAN D O U T WHEN I WAS BEI NG MYS ELF ... THAT A LLOW ED M E TO LE AVE MY OWN M AR K" L A N E Y G O N Z A L EZ attainable. So Gonzales locked herself in her room, wrote five songs, and set out to find a path to producing those songs. Where did she find that path? The Burger House on Hillcrest, of all spots. “I saw Steve Boyd’s poster for his Bass Dog Studio on a trip back home to Highland Park and noticed he was offering songwriting lessons. I contacted him
Highland Park grad Laney Gonzalez finds comfort in standing out above the crowd. C O U R T E SY P H O T O E S : L A N E Y GONZALEZ
and worked with him over my Christmas break,” she said. Enter the aforementioned Boyd, who opened a recording studio in his garage last year. Working together to produce Gonzales’ first album, the duo went through the process from start to finish, bringing in other musicians (including a group of Highland Park orchestra alumni
and students), and finalizing the tracks. “He was so patient with me, showing me the ropes of the process, letting me work through trial and error,” Gonzales said. “I had never really understood how much time and energy goes into recording an EP. It’s just like painting a picture or preforming in a play, it takes so much focus.”
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For Boyd, Gonzales’ dedication and creativity makes her songs on her first release that much more powerful. “She comes from such an original place and doesn’t lean on conventional song structure. She’s a bit of a mix of Joni Mitchell and Lisa Loeb: poetic, personal, an whimsical,” Boyd explained.
Now, her first songs have been released on She(EP), and can be found on Soundcloud. Gonzalez hopes that it is eventually uploaded to popular streaming service Spotify so her peers can listen in on the way to class. “For me, growing up in Highland Park, it was easy to stand out when I was just being myself. But that allowed me to leave my own mark and define my individuality pretty early,” Gonzales said. “Now in college, I feel so comfortable walking to the beat of my own drum.”
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C O MMUN I T Y CONTINUED FROM 2 that in children: “an increase in irritability or even complaints of boredom may be more noticeable than sadness. Children also may have more physical complaints, particularly if the child does not have the habit of talking about how he or she feels.” I was hospitalized at age 10 for depression and suicidal thoughts at Children’s Medical Center. There I was prescribed my first round of antipsychotics and antidepressants. My best friends knew. But like many sufferers, I gradually pushed them away. How could they understand? According to the AACP: “When they are depressed, children may lose friends and family members, and fall behind at school. ... What’s worse, untreated depression can progress lead youth to think about suicide. It is also important to note that, once someone has one episode of depression, they are more likely to get depressed in the future.” I withdrew from the things that made me happy because I didn’t feel I deserved them. I quit ballet, cheerleading, and soccer. I started sleeping all the time. I was late to school every day — the days I showed up. I gained weight and gradually came to think I deserved to feel the way I did, be the way I was, and look the way I did. All the while I was running through the motions of life and recovery. I went to therapy once a week. I’m told by my therapist now that in those first years I mostly talked about shoes, celebrities, and movies, with maybe five minutes a session dedicated to what I was actually feeling.
ADVICE FROM A PROFESSIONAL Child and adolescent psychiatrist Dr. Catherin Roberts has been helping families in Dallas for 30 years. Here’s what she has to say.
Q: What are the most common mental illnesses in Dallas? A: Depression, anxiety, ADD/ ADHD, and bipolar disorder Q: What advice do you have for parents who are worried ? A: Get help. I can’t stress it enough. A change in your child’s behavior is the biggest thing to watch out for. If you have a child that is usually quiet and suddenly becomes rambunctious and angry, it could be a sign of depression. I took my medicines, mostly. I felt so dead on them, so controlled by their sedating effects, that I would often skip and have manic periods of highs and lows. I went on that way for four years. I would cry myself to sleep. Wake up at 3 a.m. and wander around the house. Read. Cry. Fall asleep. Journal about how I felt alone and do nothing to change it. The knot I felt in my stomach was sometimes the only thing that reminded me I was alive. And then a switch turned. I decided the summer after seventh grade that I wanted to live. I started taking my meds on time. I joined the basketball team, started studying journalism, washed my hair, changed my clothes, and
A loss of appetite or an increase in hunger is also another sign. Mental illnesses could be a result of being bullied or going through a traumatic experience. Being that ADD/ADHD is a common mental illness, the obvious signs (hyperactive) don’t usually show right away. Not all children who have ADD are hyperactive and it’s usually the teachers that pick up on it more quickly than the parents.
vents people from seeking help and it affects everyone. Something that has become more common is many people won’t seek help because families consider seeing a therapist as taboo.
Q: What local resources/support groups do you recommend? A: Child guidance centers and/or hospital out-patient programs. I also recommend if you are already seeing a therapist, it should be that therapist that provides you with treatment. You are already comfortable with that person and they already know about your illness. You can reach Dr. Roberts at 214-553-5501.
Q: Do affluent areas have more or less incidents? A: I have as many affluent patients as any other class. Being affluent makes no difference. Yes, there is a stigma that prestarted watching what I ate. By the time I reached high school I thought I’d figured it all out. But the suffering continued, even if I didn’t acknowledge it. Everything seemed harder than it did for my friends: getting up in the morning, putting a smile on my face, and spending time with friends. I was surviving, not living. It would take a long time before I learned how to live. I can’t tell you how many times I wanted to die, wanted to give in. And I am thankful I lived; I am thankful everyday that I am here. In college one of my best friends brothers died from his depression. It was a wake up call to me that if I was ever going to heal, I would have to actually use those coping skills they teach you
in therapy. I would also have to accept a very important point – depression is my disease. I am in remission. I have been now for five years. I still have bad days, weeks, and months, but I’ve stopped having bad years. I choose to share this with you now because most mental illnesses are curable, treatable conditions. But we have a problem. According to the CDC, suicide is the third leading cause of death of young people between the ages of 10 and 14, and second among those 15 to 34. In Texas, suicide is the second leading cause of death of 15- to 19-year-olds. That means that enough of us aren’t talking about mental illnesses or receiving treatment. Every death is tragic. Every death
from depression, anorexia, bulimia, et al. is unnecessary. We need to talk about this frankly. I survived. I am a lucky one. I survived, because for some reason I was able to and the treatment worked. The Park Cities can sometimes feel like Stepford. Pressure to conform to a standard of perfection is real. For us perfectionists, it can be a dangerous place. It doesn’t need to be. We all have a list of those we’ve lost. That list doesn’t need to grow. Open your minds, open your hearts, open your mouths, and speak to each other. The best support system in the world can be found in the Park Cities, it just hasn’t always been employed to address these illnesses. Next month we will write about the Grant Halliburton Foundation, a group that is changing how families, schools, and organizations speak about depression and suicide. In May we will revisit the life of Elisa McCall, who would have been 40 this year. She died on March 17, 1996. Many of you will remember the Highland Park grad, her brief life, and her outstanding legacy - The Elisa Project. We will delve into how the project has changed how we view eating disorders and the work there still is to do. We will also be reposting on parkcitiespeople.com our 1996 series which included her journal entries. We hope now, as we did then, that you can understand that now is the time to act. For every girl and boy, for every mom, dad, and friend, we want you to know you are not alone. You are loved. You are worthy of living.
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The brokerage leads the Park Cities market in sales of properties priced $450,000 and above and led in estate sales priced $4 million and above. The home at 3552 Wentwood Drive is listed by Lucinda Buford for $5,650,000. Park Cities sellers looking to achieve the highest price in the shortest number of days choose to list their homes with the neighborhood experts at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty. In 2015, the brokerage led the Park Cities market in sales of properties priced $450,000 and above and led in estate sales priced $4 million and above. The key to sales success is smart pricing and strategic marketing that takes advantage of that allimportant “first impression” a home makes when it is introduced to the market. Thirty-five percent of the brokerage’s sales are done in-house, thanks to a strong network and neighborhood expertise that seamlessly connects buyers and sellers. The six-bedroom home at 3552 Wentwood Drive is set on a nearly half-acre lot with exceptional privacy and features a wine cellar, private study, library, elevator and patio with dramatic views. Listed by Lucinda Buford for $5,650,000. To learn more about the market in the Park Cities, visit bestneighborhoodsindfw.com.
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Location Adds to Appeal of HP Home Just two blocks from HP Village and one block from Dallas Country Club, 4215 Edmondson (4215edmondson. daveperrymiller.com) has location and much more going for it. Stewart Lee of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate has the traditional listed for $2,399,000. “This is an excellent value for 6,007 square feet in HPISD,” Lee says. Off the two-story entry are a private sitting room, a home office/formal living room, and the grand staircase, with wine room underneath, behind a pocket door. The eat-in chef’s kitchen, with breakfast bar/island and builtin, high-end appliances, adjoins the family room. “There aren’t a lot of downstairs master bedrooms in this area,” Lee says, “so that’s a big draw for the home.” The large master bath has a custom closet system plus separate shower and dual vanities. Upstairs are four secondary bedrooms, a large game room and media room. To see 4215 Edmondson, contact Stewart at stewdlee@ aol.com or 214-707-7784. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is an Ebby Halliday Company with five locations that specialize in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, and Kessler Park.
4215 Edmondson, offered by Stewart Lee, is within walking distance of HP Village, DCC and Bradfield Elementary. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International (luxuryportfolio.com).
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Laurie Welch Joins Allie Beth Allman From “Top Salesperson” at Neiman Marcus to “Top Producer” in Park Cities residential real estate, Laurie Welch has a history of reaching for the top – then going well beyond it. Along with her stellar track record, this former designer, buyer and business owner attributes her success to a respect for the industry, a sharp eye for detail and a keen ear for hearing what’s really important to her clients. Laurie is on the move, so it’s no surprise that she recently landed at the premier Park Cities brokerage, Allie Beth Allman & Associates. We’re pleased to catch this rising star and welcome her to our talented team.
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Buying or selling a home can be complicated, sometimes very complicated. “Fortunately, there’s an Ebby Halliday agent to guide you through the process,” says Mary Frances Burleson, president & CEO of Ebby Halliday Realtors. “We’ve been helping people buy and sell real estate for more than 70 years. “It’s fun to look at all that’s changed since 1945, but what hasn’t changed is our Associates tirelessly building our brand on trust, coming through when clients need us most,” Burleson says. Burleson notes that the goal for the company and its sales associates is simple: to transform and elevate the home buying and selling process into the wonderful lifechanging experience it can be. “Is buying a home exciting? Absolutely,” she says. “But often, the excitement can turn into enormous pressure and anxiety very quickly.” Determining a budget, making an offer, arranging financing, inspections, appraisals, the list goes on and on. In short, buying or selling a home is a daunting process that can strip the fun and excitement away completely. That’s where the experts at Ebby Halliday come in, acting as trusted guides through the entire experience. “We hold clients’ hands through it all, making it an easy, comfortable and enjoyable experience,” Burleson says. “We listen closely to their wants and needs, their worries and their fears. With more than 70 years of success in this business, we offer a longtime culture of caring for our clients’ wants and needs.” To find just the right agent for your residential real estate needs, visit ebby.com.
Professional agents can advise on how to present a home for maximum impact. The home at 6047 Woodland Drive is listed by Amy Detwiler for $2,095,000. It’s the HGTV effect. Potential buyers expect to walk into a stunning home that is well-kept and beautifully staged. That’s why working with an experienced real estate agent and even a professional stager, can make a house appeal to the broadest number of people and bring the highest dollar. According to a survey conducted by the International Association of Home Staging Professionals and StagedHomes.com, 95 percent of ASP staged homes sell in 11 days or less on average. They also sell for 17 percent more, proving the staging process is a key ingredient to achieving not only the sale of your home, but getting the best price. Professionals at Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty can advise on how to present a home for maximum impact. From paint colors that portray today’s light/bright room trend to making outdoor spaces inviting and creating an environment where potential buyers can envision their own personal design style, smart staging makes a major impact.
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5450 Auburndale is offered by The Provenzano Group for $1,995,000. This iconic Highland Park home, listed by The Provenzano Group of Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate for $1,995,000, has been featured as one of D Magazine’s Most Beautiful Homes in Dallas. 5450 Auburndale (5450auburndale.daveperrymiller.com) is a 1920s residence that was beautifully remodeled and expanded in 2011, retaining the original character and charm that make the home special while setting the bar for luxury with modern-day amenities. The floor plan was opened up to highlight a beautiful flow from room to room, with interior design led by Samantha Fisher for all lighting fixtures and finishes. The property features 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, formal living and dining spaces, a breakfast nook, den and study and approximately 4,400 square feet. The home is situated on a large lot measuring 75×150 with covered outdoor seating, outdoor kitchen and ozone pool designed by Bonick Landscaping. To schedule a showing of 5450 Auburndale, contact theprovenzanogroup@daveperrymiller.com or call 214315-4315. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate (daveperrymiller.com) is an Ebby Halliday Company with five locations that specialize in marketing the key areas of the Park Cities, Preston Hollow, North Dallas, Lakewood, East Dallas, Uptown, and Kessler Park. Dave Perry-Miller Real Estate is a member of Leading Real Estate Companies of the World and Luxury Portfolio International (luxuryportfolio.com).
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HPUMC Builds Hope, Homes with CitySquare By Jacie Scott
Sepcial Contributor Highland Park United Methodist Church celebrated 100 years this February of discipleship and staying true to its mission: “helping people become deeply devoted followers of Jesus Christ." Looking toward the next century of service, last year the church launched a greater partnership with CitySquare, a front-runner in the fight against poverty in Dallas since 1988. It all started when Rev. Paul Rasmussen, HPUMC’s senior pastor, and CitySquare CEO Rev. Larry James met over a year ago to bounce ideas off of one another and explore what could be done to make a difference in Dallas. HPUMC had been a local outreach partner of the charity since 2001, so it wasn’t long before the two were formalizing an agreement. Since then, the congregation has been welcomed with open arms by CitySquare. They have played bingo with individuals at CitySquare’s low-income, high-rise apartments, CityWalk, and have volunteered with the group’s financial literacy program, the food bank, and anywhere their skills could be utilized. For HPUMC’s director of outreach Lisa Stewart, these personal interactions are vital to the mission of educating the congregation on the issues facing the community. “When they understand what the real situation is with poverty in Dallas, they will become more concerned about it,” Stewart said. “They’ll be motivated to work. If we put the resources of these organizations together we can just multiply the impact.” When Rasmussen and James met, they
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Neighbors from CitySquare’s Cottages at Hickory Crossing attend a service at the Church at the Square, the brainchild of Highland Park United Methodist’s Rev. Paul Rasmussen and CitySquare CEO Rev. Larry James. also thought of creating a Methodist congregation at CitySquare. The Church at the Square now serves neighbors from the Cottages at Hickory Crossing, collaborative homeless housing project, on Sundays at 11 a.m. with the support of HPUMC. The North Texas Conference appointed Rev. Jonathan Grace to CitySquare, and he has led this budding congregation from the start. “What [Rasmussen] envisioned is happening, and we think we’ll only grow stronger,” James said. “I was in a large Sunday school [at HPUMC], and people
were just eager to find ways to help us. It’s great to be associated with such a great church. Everyone at CitySquare is very thankful and excited about it.” James said there are some other big projects in the works, including building more housing for the chronically homeless who are also disabled. That’s a task HPUMC congregants are familiar with, having helped build Habitat for Humanity homes for 19 years. They’re currently finishing up cottages for CitySquare located on Malcolm X Boulevard, a project that HPUMC donated $100,000 to help build.
During this centennial year, HPUMC worked to identify its seven core priorities. The partnership with CitySquare exemplifies the church’s dedication to keep community stewardship and outreach at the top of that list, Stewart said. “We just feel like that’s one of the things that we are charged to do as Christians,” Stewart said. “We’re supposed to serve. For us, we don’t want to just put a Band-Aid on a problem. We want to work with organizations that are doing sustainable work. Work that makes real change and helps people become self sufficient.”
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EAGLE SCOUTS Preston Black is a member of Troop 68 and a senior at Highland Park High School. For his Eagle service project, the son of Nancy Black of Highland Park painted a chalkboard wall and built window flower boxes at the Promise of Peace Community Garden. Jacob Brunk is a member of Troop 68 and a senior at Highland Park High School. For his Eagle service project, the son of John and Mary Brunk of University Park constructed a retaining wall to create a patio area at an animal shelter. Alec Dewar is a member of Troop 68 and a sophomore at St. Mark’s. For his Eagle service project, the son of Peter Dewar and Yvette Ostolaza built an elevated garden and bench for the Dickinson Place, an assisted-living facility in Oak Cliff.
Logan Gwinn is a member of Troop 68 and a junior at Highland Park High School. For his Eagle service project, the son of Steve and Tina Gwinn of University Park rehabilitated the playground at the Wesley Rankin Community Center. Brett Klenk is a member of Troop 68 and a senior at Highland Park High School. For his Eagle service project, the son of Lance and Charlotte Klenk of Highland Park constructed chair storage boxes for Dallas nonprofit Community Concern. Christian Williams is a member of Troop 72 and a senior at Highland Park High School. For his Eagle service project, the son of Blake and Christy Williams of Dallas designed and built a display case for the lobby of the Dallas Children’s Theater.
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LEN BOURLAND wasteful than the government. Truth be told I have bought local lottery tickets as stocking stuffers, insertions into birthday cards, and occasionally while on the road at small towns which I thought might be favored by the lottery gods. So what if I have a one in 10 million chance of winning about that much money, well, less after taxes in the state lottery? “$1 Texas Lotto computer pick, cash option” rolls off my tongue at a convenience store with the facility that “triple skim wet capppucino” does from some folks at Starbucks. It’s a harmless vice, a quick hit of pleasure sort of like a bite of chocolate: evanescent and kind of fun. It’s what one friend of mine calls, “a tax on the stupid.” I like to think I’m not that stupid. Until I was stuck for three, count ‘em three hours, in a pileup on Interstate 10 in South Louisiana in a rainstorm last week. It was the kind of storm where I had to get out of my car after the second hour to find a nice couple with an RV who would let me in to use their facilities. The sheer monotony had me fantasizing about owning my own personal jet so I would never have to sit in traffic again. That’s why people buy lottery tickets. Fantasy and hope. With no effort I could pay off the car and the house, create trusts for my grandchildren,
take some trips, buy some cool stuff, not have to take guff off of so many people, forget about overcharges on my credit card, worry less, and play more. I could have that dream for a day or two for only a dollar. As soon as I got to a real restroom in Lafayette, I bought two Powerball tickets. (A measley $75 million jackpot then.) After the government took its cut, it would have been only about $30 mil, not even enough for naming rights on an important building. Still it was a better pot than the Texas lotto, but with longer odds. But hey, it was Lucky Leap Year and starting to feel like spring. Studies have shown most lottery winners within a few years have spent, been conned, or wasted all their earnings and are right back in the same shape they were when they bought the ticket. Winners will need to erect a barrier to protect themselves from friends, neighbors, relatives, sales people, advisors, philanthropies, politicos, hucksters, and thieves who will all want a piece of that pie. They’ll have to make new friends since nobody they knew can run with the big dogs. Maybe they’ll start up a company that creates lots of jobs, or found an innovative school, fund an amazing research program, and change the world. What do you give me on those odds? Two dollars anyone? Two dollars everyone? I’m open. And if I ever win the Powerball? Girl Scouts Honor I will be the exception to the profligate rule. I’ll need a bodyguard. And a pilot. Len Bourland can be reached at len@lenbourland.com.
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