SDN: March 8, 2023

SISD explores IMPACT of intersession dates

(Seguin) – With two years now under its belt, Seguin ISD is delving more into the impact and benefits it believes intersession is having on local school children. It’s also giving folks a closer look at how those six extra allotted days in the school calendar are serving the various groups of students across the district. Since its implementation during the 2021-2022 school year, the Seguin ISD has continued explaining the program.

According to the district, intersession aims to “help address the decline in student performance that typically happens during long breaks; manage the anticipated long-term impact of COVID-19; provide intervention, enrichment and acceleration opportunities and provide more immediate recovery opportunities to reduce knowledge gaps.”

Seguin ISD Superintendent Dr. Matthew Gutierrez says while he’d like to provide detail-oriented data on how intercession is working, it just simply doesn’t exist. The reason he says – it’s not a one size fits all program.

“I think there is some data that you just can’t quantify. You can’t really quantify relationships that are being built – the opportunities for kids to work in a more intimate environment with their teachers. One of the biggest sources of positive feedback that we have received from parents, students and teachers is just that ability to build stronger relationships and connections with one another,” said Gutierrez.

Gutierrez says while the end goal is the same, the road to get there can be quite different for the campuses and each of the respective classrooms.

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Intersession, continued.

“The data that we look at for a kindergartener is going to be very different than the data for a high school kid. A high school kid may be going to intersession to catch up on missed assignments, to develop and work on specific skills related to specific standards or they are trying to do credit retrieval. Whereas in kindergarten, you may be working with students on specific letter sounds for three letters and so, it’s not a one size fits all, “said Gutierrez.

Children needing extra attention are invited to attend those additional days a couple of weeks before the fall and spring intersession dates. Special-themed events and activities are usually incorporated to help attract and excite the students. In determining that invitation, Gutierrez says it can be based on a variety of measures.

“Every level, every school, every classroom is looking at really different data to determine which kids are going to come in for intersession. In first grade, the teacher may be using the Istation data which is the universal screener for reading to determine which students are going to come in for intersession. Whereas in fourth grade, a teacher or school may be using the latest benchmark data. Then you go on to the middle school, they may be looking at science data for eighth graders to get them prepared to pass the science STAAR. Whereas at high

school, they may be looking at English I data specific to certain standards so students are prepared to take the EOC or it may be a situation where a kid is working on catching up on credits,” said Gutierrez.

Over at Mercer-Blumberg Learning Center, this past week’s graduating class might just be the latest indicator that intersession is good for the district. According to Gutierrez, MBLC Principal Jay Law is definitely a fan.

“When I visited with Mr. Law last week, he had indicated how appreciative he was of the intersession time. He had stated that some of the kids that I was going to see graduate on Friday, March 3 would not be graduating had it not been for the intersession time that they had in the fall and spring. Students in the spring alone at MBLC, they made up 700.5 hours of make-up time and he was just very thankful for that time because there were several kids who would not have been able to graduate otherwise,” said Gutierrez.

During a recent update on the program to the Segun ISD Board of Trustees, the district highlighted a few growth factors seen when following a selection of the students. At Rodriguez Elementary School, Student 1 was described as “showing reading Comp growth on Istation.” Student 2 was “showing steady growth in math on local assessments.” Student 3 was “showing increased vocabulary development and growth in Reading Comp on Istation.” Intersession, pg 3.

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Intersession, continued.

Teachers were also able to spotlight signs of growth with students asking more questions in a smaller group setting, seeing their excitement to learn, and seeing them work a little harder in class after the intersession experience.

At the secondary level, a positive impact and overall growth were also indicated with some Barnes Middle School students. For example, student 1 showed “growth

geared towards providing students with additional support to close the learning gaps that may exist, and, in some situations, it is not about students not mastering a certain skill. We have instances where some students attend, and they are meeting the standard, but the campuses are working to get them to the master’s level so it’s not just specifically for students who need the intervention. Some campuses are very creative but we do have to keep in mind that staffing is an issue because not every staff member is there at school so it would be impossible to invite 3,000, 5,000 or all of our students to intersession,” said Gutierrez.

Gutierrez believes in ensuring overall success, it is often important to respond to or make sense of some of the criticisms that district families might have with intersession.

“One of the other concerns that we really don’t hear of but there have been a couple of vocal people out there have talked about the childcare and students being denied coming to school, that really hasn’t been an issue. If a parent feels very strongly about their child needing that extra support or if there is a childcare issue, we have not had a situation where a child has been denied. Fortunately, we approve the calendar well in advance to give parents an opportunity to plan for childcare, but we would never put our parents in a position where it would pose as a hardship. In fact, there have been numerous occasions where parents have reached out to a school and arranged for their child to attend intersession even though they weren’t invited,” said Gutierrez.

But a recent online survey about the school calendar gives the district much reason to celebrate the progress of intersession. That’s because Gutierrez says the majority of the respondents supported what the district is trying to accomplish by providing an intersession calendar.

in both math and RLA on local assessments.” Student 2 showed “recent growth in RLA on local assessments. Student 3 “showing consistent performance in science.”

According to the district, approximately 1,000 students districtwide receive invitations during each designated intersession, which occurs twice a year. Gutierrez says as more and more families become familiar with the program and become accustomed to enjoying intersession, the more they are seeing that kids are not only accepting the invites but ensuring that they are showing up on those days.

“This session, of course, Wednesday was cancelled because of weather and so we only had intersession on Thursday and Friday and our Friday intersession attendance was the best that it had been ever in our two years of doing intersession,” said Gutierrez.

In explaining how this innovative calendar works, Gutierrez says that in the state of Texas, schools are required to provide 75,600 minutes of instruction. In the Seguin ISD, that equates to 171 instructional days –days that are still provided whether intersession dates are included or not.

“Every student in Seguin ISD receives the exact same number of regular instructional days as required by state law so there isn’t one group of students that gets additional instructional days. Those intersession days are specifically

“We live in a community where our parents will certainly let us know about an issue or a decision and when it comes to intersession, we had a survey that went out with huge participation for a survey – 1,000 respondents. Out of that 1,000, there were only 16 who provided negative feedback regarding intersession and so I think that is indicative of the amount of support that we have for intersession whether it’s a parent that believes their child is really benefiting from that additional time at school or if it is a parent that is enjoying that additional time that they have to spend with their child or children,” said Gutierrez.

Of the 1,000 respondents, a total of 241 comments about the overall calendar were provided to the district. Within that total of 241 comments, only 16 comments were described as negative feedback regarding intersession.

Much of the leverage in pushing forward has also been based on the teachers’ thoughts and comments. Gutierrez says while administrators have signed on, so have the teachers.

“We have done a great job with intersession. The feedback that we have received especially from teachers is that they find that time very valuable but as I mentioned earlier, it is my hope that we can continue to see gains in our school district where we can really do some other innovative things with our school calendar,” said Gutierrez.

Gutierrez says intersession is only a strategy to be incorporated for a few more years.

He says the end game is to fill in the gaps and be able to move forward together with all students.

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Strong Pitching Leads Central Catholic Past Seguin

Chris Austin

(Seguin) — San Antonio Central Catholic jumped on the Seguin Matadors early and used some good pitching to keep the Mats at bay in an 8-2 win over Seguin on Monday night at Smokey Joe Williams Field.

Down 4-0 in the bottom of the first, the Matadors loaded the bases against Central pitcher Tim Segura. With two outs, Klein Vickers hit a seeing eye single up the middle to bring home two runs and cut the lead in half but that would be all the scoring on the night Seguin would get as the lefty Segura would settle in and blank the Mats for the next four innings.

“That’s a good quality program over there. That’s a top team in the state.” Seguin head coach Mike Gonzales said. “If you don’t take advantage of the opportunities when they’re given to you, they’re gonna make you pay for it. So, we just gotta

figure out a way how to do what we do, execute the little things. That’s alright though. Like I said, that’s a good solid ball club over there. They’re gonna pitch it well and swing it well so you have to take advantage of opportunities when they come in front of you.”

The Matadors had some nifty plays in the field with first baseman Cooper Neumann making some nice picks at the bag. At the plate, Matador lead off hitter Kayden Holtz went two for four in the game with a run scored. Gonzales credited his players with their strong effort on Monday night.

“Kayden had an absolutely beautiful game. He held it down (at shortstop) all night long, no errors.” Gonzales said. “Cooper Neumann was there making plays. And I’m proud of him because he had a rough weekend. He was having quality atbats. He was advancing runners, but he just wasn’t getting on base. He overcame that today. Came up and he had a good night at the plate and a good night (in the field), so I’m proud of him for that.”

Seguin will have today and tomorrow off and will be back in action at the San Marcos baseball tournament on Thursday.

Mendez

Silvester Mendez, age 73 of Seguin, passed away on March 2, 2023. Silvester was born on November 26, 1949 in Pearsall, Texas to Beatrice (Rodriguez) and Epifanio Cavazos Mendez.

Silvester is preceded in death by his parents, and brother Joe Alex Mendez.

Survivors include his life partner Maria Jimenez; daughter Margarita Mendez-Woods – Army Veteran (husband Shay Timothy Woods); sons, Silvester Mendez Jr (life partner Luisa Santiago), David Mendez – Retired Marine (wife Stephanie Mendez) and Matthew Mendez; brother Roy Mendez (wife Margie Mendez), and brother from another mother John Blacketer (wife Mary Blacketer); sister Gloria Guajardo (husband Albert); half-sister Beatrice Bosquez (husband Torino); grandsons, Larry Bilbrey II (wife Ashley Bilbrey), Dalton Bilbrey, Bubba Bilbrey (wife Devon Bilbrey), Michael Mendez, Louis Mendez, Dean Mendez, Anthony Mendez, and Nick Mendez; granddaughters, Elaine, Michelle and Isabella Mendez; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be Thursday, March 9, 2023 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the recitation of the Holy Rosary at 6:30 p.m. with Deacon Nick Carrillo officiating. Visitation will begin again on Friday, March 10, 2023 at 9:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church followed by the Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Dugger Cemetery.

You may visit www.treshewell.com.

Ball

Celebration of Life service for Billie Fai Ball will be held Saturday March 11th at 11AM from the Greater Refuge Church of our Lord Jesus Christ, 410 N Guadalupe St, Seguin, TX. Viewal will be from 9:30 am till 11AM at the Church. Interment will be in Zion Hill Cemetery No 2. Ms. Ball was an educator at heart having attended Huston-Tillitson College in Austin,Texas and graduated with honors! She received her teachers certification and later her administrator certification and had teaching tenured at Gatesville School for Girls,Blackshear Elementary School in Austin,TX, public schools in Crockett,Texas,two tenured at Our Lady of the Lake University in San Antonio, TX.and retired having taught Special Education in Seguin I.S.D. and served as its Director.

In later years,she married District Elder George Floyd Ball and served as Pastor’s wife until his demise. She was an avid Civil Rights worker and played as one of it’s musicians having just served at MLK Day at Central Park in downtown Seguin in 2023. She served her local community and the church’s as well. She died February 27th at the age of 86. Services entrusted to the reverent care of Eunice and Lee Mortuary.

VITAL STATISTICS

CrenShaw

Funeral arrangements are pending for Jerome Joseph Crenshaw at Eunice and Lee Mortuary who died February 28,2023 at the age of 31. He is survived by his mother, Jackie Crenshaw.

SteuBing

Aubrey Ervin Steubing, age 79 of Seguin, passed away on March 5, 2023. Aubrey was born on October 8, 1943 in Kingsbury, Texas to Edna Martha (Knetsch) and Aubrey C. Steubing.

Aubrey is preceded in death by his wife whom he married on July 13, 1963, Jeanette Lee Flynn Steubing, son, Jason William Steubing, sisters, Pearl Esther Steubing, Nancy Gallagher and husband Carl, and Dalie Magee, brother-inlaw, Gary Chiles, sister-in-law, Betty Meckel and devoted friend, Mary Joyce Hassell.

Survivors include his children, Clay Steubing, and Jenny Ward and husband Glenn; daughterin-law, Revenia Steubing; grandchildren, JulieAnn Greenfield and husband Adrian, Daniel Steubing and Serenity Rose Steubing; great-grandchildren, Victoria Greenfield and Brooklyn Greenfield; siblings, Francis Steubing and wife Kathy, Margaret Svatek and husband Tom, Caroline Cloud and husband R. B., Thomas Steubing and wife Nita, and Julie Chiles; brothers-in-law, Jimmy Meckel, and Sonny Flynn and wife Janet; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, March 8, 2023 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, March 9, 2023 at 1 p.m. at Tres Hewell Mortuary Chapel with the Rev. Tom Jones officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Guadalupe County Humane Society, P. O. Box 1593, Seguin, Texas, 78155-1593or the charity of choice.

You are invited to sign the guest book at www. treshewell.com. Arrangements are under the direction of Tres Hewell Mortuary, 165 Tor Dr., Seguin, Texas, 78155, 830-549-5912.

Dr. Ferrer: The Pandemic Is Not Over

(Los Angeles, CA) -- Los Angeles County health leaders are reminding Angelenos -- while emergency declarations on COVID-19 are about to end -- they still need to take precautions. County Health Director Barbara Ferrer [[ furr-ARR ]] said her department is acutely aware that the pandemic is not over and that there are people within the county who continue to feel the hardships of COVID-19 every day. The L.A. County Board of Supervisors agreed to end the region’s COVID emergency declarations at the end of this month. But supervisors also made it clear -- the move does not mean the virus no longer poses a threat.

NYC Mayor Adams Wants Shoppers To Pull Down Their Masks

(New York, NY) -- Mayor Eric Adams is calling on shoppers to pull down their masks when entering a store in New York City. Adams made the comments on a number of news outlets this morning when discussing efforts to reduce shoplifting. He didn’t rule out wearing masks, but said shoppers should pull down their masks when first entering a store so their faces could be seen. Adams says shoplifters are wearing masks not because they’re afraid of the pandemic, but they’re afraid of the police.

South Carolina Woman Charged For Unlawful Abortion

(Greenville, SC) -- A South Carolina woman arrested last week is facing charges after allegedly having an unlawful abortion. In 2021, the woman was brought into a hospital where she told staff she had taken abortion medication without medical supervision. She was almost 26 weeks pregnant, which is past the legal limit of 20 weeks in South Carolina. If convicted, the woman faces up to two years in prison and a one-thousand dollar fine.

Indianapolis Zoo

Elephant Expecting What Will Be An Historic Calf

(Indianapolis, IN) -- An African elephant at the Indianapolis Zoo is expecting and it’s a very big deal. The zoo says the birth will be historic as the calf will be the first elephant in the world born through artificial insemination to a mother also born through artificial insemination. Sixteen-year-old Zahara is 15 months pregnant and due in October of 2023.

COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Sweet Home Baptist Church Spring Revival

The Sweet Home Baptist Church will have its Spring Revival at 7 p.m. each night through Thursday, March 9. The guest minister will be Rev. Ernest Powell of Zion Fair Baptist Church of La Vernia.

Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin class of 2023 will have its Swing for Seguin Youth Services Charity Golf Tournament at 8 a.m. Thursday, March 9 at the Bandit Golf Course in New Braunfels. The cost for entry is $750 per team of four and includes green fee, cart, range balls, breakfast, lunch, 2 drink tickets, and awards. All proceeds benefit Seguin Youth Services. For information on how to enter or become a sponsor contact the Seguin Chamber of Commerce at 830-379-6382 or visit www.seguinchamber.com.

Celebrate Recovery

The Celebrate Recovery ministry at Crossroads Church meets from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday nights at 3455 W. Hwy 90 in Seguin. Celebrate recovery is for anyone dealing with anxiety, alcohol, depression, codependency, unforgiveness, self doubt, addiction, grief, eating disorders, relationships, anger, substance abuse, destructive behavior, spending, stress, and more. For more information call 830-251-2080.

AA Meetings

The Seguin Primary Purpose Group of AA will meet at 7 p.m. Sundays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays at 315 S. Crockett St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830-386-0334.

Inaugural Juan Seguin Festival del Mariachi Showcase and Master Class

The Teatro De Artes De Juan Seguin will offer its Inaugural Juan Seguin Festival del Mariachi Showcase at 7 p.m. Friday, March 10, followed by a Master Class Saturday, March 11. Tickets for the Showcase are $10 and can be purchased online at www.teatrodeartes.org or at the door. (cash, check, & Venmo only). For more information, call 830-401-0232.

Minigrip Bag Sale

Minigrip will have its Bag Sale from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 11 at 1088 Freeport Way in Seguin. All proceeds benefit Minigrip’s United Way Campaign.

Noche De Gala de Vocalistas

The Teatro de Artes de Juan Seguin will have its Noche De Gala de Vocalistas at 7 p.m. Saturday, March 11 in Jackson Auditorium on the Campus of Texas Lutheran University. Tickets are $10 in advance and at the door. Tickets are available at the Seguin Heritage Museum located at 114 N. Austin St. (Tuesday-Thursday 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.) and Teartro’s Cultural Center, located at 921 W. New Braunfels St. (Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 4 p.m. to 7 p.m.). Tickets are also available online at www.teatrodeartes.org. Reserved seating tickets are $15 and only available at Teartro’s Cultural Center. For more information, call 830-401-0232.

Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class

The Seguin Art League will have a Create a Garden Worm Two-Day Class, for adults 14 or older, from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 11 and Saturday, March 25 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. The class will teach you how to make a garden worm to accessorize your plants and a pinch pot to enjoy your favorite beverage or snack. The class is limited to 10 people and the cost is $40 for both days, with supplies included. For more information call 830-305-0472 or visit the Seguin Art League Tuesdays through Saturdays.

Volunteer Van Drivers Needed

Guadalupe County Veteran Services Office is in great need of volunteer van drivers. Even those who can only commit to one day per month. Volunteers will drive local veterans who have no transportation to their VA medical appointments in San Antonio. To volunteer, call 830-303-4188 ext. 1249.

CCSCT Releases Utility Assistance Application for 2023

Applications are available for the Comprehensive Energy Assistance Program (C.E.A.P.) provided by the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs through the CCSCT. The program will help low-income consumers reduce their utility bills. There is also assistance available through the Low Income Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP). For more information visit www.ccsct.org or follow them on the socials at https://linktr.ee/ccsct_cares.

Discover Rocks Program

The Guadalupe Master Naturalists will present its “Discover Rocks” Program from 3:30 to 4 p.m. Monday, March 13 at the Seguin Public Library. Staggered start times will allow pre-k through 4th grade children and their parents or accompanying adult to rotate to various learning stations. Participants will use their senses of vision, touch, smell, taste, and hearing to make observations of different rock types.

Retired School Personnel Meeting

The Seguin-Guadalupe County Retired School Personnel will meet from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. All retired public school district personnel are welcome to attend and join the Association.

Native Plant Society Meeting

The Guadalupe Chapter of the Native Plant Society will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 14 at the First Presbyterian Church, located at 1121 E. Walnut St. in Seguin. Parking will be in the rear of the church and you can enter from N. Moss St. The presenter will be Master Beekeeper, Mark de Kiewiet on the cycle and seasonal interaction between climate, plants, and bees. There will be a plant/seed exchange and social time at 6:30 p.m., followed by the program. For more information visit http://npsot.org/wp/guadalupe/.

ALICE Training

The Southwest Preparatory School will be hosting Active Shooter Response Certification Training (ALICE Training) from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, March

14 and Wednesday, March 15 at the Main Building, located at 6535 Culebra Rd. in San Antonio. This certification is a 2-day train the trainer class on civilian, active shooter response options to enable you to empower others to survive violence. Attendees will range from law enforcement, local school officials, and area business leaders. For more information, visit www.alicetraining.com. To register, visit https:// cvent.me/4Oe7g4?RefId=social.

Seguin Young Professionals Lunch and Learn

The Seguin Young Professionals of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have a Lunch and Learn from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, March 15 at Court Street Coffee. The speaker will be Seguin Economic Development Corporation Director, Josh Schneuker on public speaking. RSVP by visiting www.seguinchamber.com/events.

Seguin Premier Toastmasters

Seguin Premier Toastmasters will meet from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month at GVEC Community Room, located at 927 SH-46 in Seguin. Toastmasters is a place to practice your speech for work or school where friendly people encourage and give tips to help you improve your communication skills. For more information, call Dina at 423-227-9610.

Hermann Sons Life Seguin Meeting

The Hermann Sons Life Seguin meets every third Wednesday of the month. The social time begins at 6:30 p.m., followed by a meal at 7 p.m. Members are asked to bring a side or dessert.

NAMI Family Support Group

The NAMI Family Support Group for adult family members and friends of adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. on the first and third Wednesdays of each month at First Methodist Church Seguin. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Geronimo Lions Meeting

The Geronimo Lions meet at 6:30 a.m. on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month at the Big Red Barn on Cordova Road. Breakfast is provided. For more information, call Steven Hughes at 870-949-5003.

Beginning Basket Making Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Basket Making Class from 3 to 5 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn to make a coil basket with fabric. This fun and relaxing basket making technique will give you the skills you need to create more. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Knights of Columbus Fish Fry

The Knights of Columbus will have a Fish Fry from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, March 17 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include fish and three sides for $12 and will be available to go or dine-in.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show

The Nutty Elks Spring Fling Artisan & Craft Show will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at the Seguin Elks Lodge, located at 1331 CH Matthies Jr. in Seguin. Admission and parking are free. There will be music, food trucks, artisans, crafters, collectibles, and more.

One Stroke Flower Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will have a One Stroke Flower Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, March 18 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Participants will learn the one stroke technique by painting different types of flowers and leaves. The cost is $35 and supplies are included. The class is limited to 10 adults.

Knights of Columbus Pork Steak Plate Sale

The Knights of Columbus will have a Pork steak Plate Sale from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 19 at the Columbus Club, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates include pork steak and three sides for $12.

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group

The NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group for adults with mental health conditions meets from 6:30-8 p.m. on the first and third Mondays of each month at First Methodist Church Church. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Republican Women Luncheon

The Guadalupe County Republican Women will have its monthly Luncheon, featuring Former CIA Operations Officer, Eric Burkhart, at 11:30 a.m. Thursday, March 23. Lunch is available for $15 by making reservations by March 20. Call or text Glenda Layton at 830-391-3979. For more information, visit www.guadalupe-county-rw.com.

Family

Matters Presentation

The Precious Life Services will offer a Family Matters presentation from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 in the GVEC Community Room. Participants will learn and discuss ideas to help strengthen your family. Space is limited. The registration deadline is Monday, March 20 by calling 830-372-5980.

Sunrise Lions 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk

The Seguin Sunrise Lions will have its 4th Annual Springtime Fun Run/Walk beginning with check in at 8 a.m. Saturday, March 25 at Walnut Springs Park, to Park West and back. There will be awards for Top Finisher, Best 4 Team Sponsored Finish, Most Sponsored Participants, and Best Themed Costume. The theme is, “I survived the Lions’ Jungle Fun Run.” For more information, call 830-305-2624 or email Marvel. maddox@gmail.com.

Navarro Athletic Booster Club Fundraising Event

The Navarro Athletic Booster Club will have its 10th Annual “Let ‘Em Ride” fundraising event at 5:30 p.m. Saturday, March 25 at the Big Red Barn, located at 390 Cordova Road. The cost is $25 each pre-sale and $30 at the door. For more information visit the Navarro Athletic Booster Club Facebook page.

Chamber March After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its March After Hours Mixer from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, March 30 at 225 Saunders Suites 6, 8, and 13. The event is sponsored by Paws to Perfection Pet Salon, Pecan City Disc Golf Shop, and URSA Botanicals.

Chamber April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its April Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, April 5 at the Silver Center, located at 510 E. Court St. in Seguin. The cost is $20 per meal for members in advance and $25 for non-members and after Friday, March 31.

Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities

The Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, Texas Lutheran University, and the Believe It Foundation will have an Eggapalooza Egg Hunt For All Abilities at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at Bulldog Stadium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University. There will be 20,000 eggs to be found and ages 2 to 12 years of age are welcome.

Duckfest 2023

The Navarro Education Foundation will have its Duckfest 2023 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, April 1 at the Navarro ISD Campus. The 5K Waddle registration and warm-up begins at 10:30 a.m., followed by the helicopter duck drop at noon. For more information on registration and to adopt ducks, visit www.nisd. us (More/Foundation tab) or email nef2009@aol.com. Find the Foundation on social media vis NavarroEdFoundation.

SEF Race For Education 5K

The Seguin Education Foundation will have its Race for Education 5K at 9 a.m. Saturday, April 1 at The Backyard, located at 225 N. Saunders St. in Seguin. Information about sponsorship, volunteer, and race registration is available on the SEF’s Facebook page and online at https://tinyurl.com/v3f546dp. Contact kelly Follis at 830-379-0325 or kfollis@seguin.k12. tx.us with questions or for additional information.

Mid-Texas Symphony The Mid-Texas Symphony presents “The Wild West,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 2 in the Performing Arts Center at Canyon High School in New Braunfels. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor.

Pickleball 101 Clinic

The City of Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will offer a Pickleball 101 Clinic from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, April 4 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The clinic is for ages 18 and older. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit. ly/SeguinPickleballClinic. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Beginning Drawing Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Drawing Class from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, April 6 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic drawing techniques. The cost is $30 and

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supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Good Friday Fish Fry

The Guadalupanas of Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church will have a Fish Fry from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, April 7 at 409 W. Krezdorn St. in Seguin. Catfish Plates are $13.50 and include fries, coleslaw, and green bean salad. Dine-in and to go plates available. For more information call 830379-4348.

Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk

The Guadalupe Regional Medical Foundation will have its 10th Annual Race to Raise 5K Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 at Pecantown Books & Brews. Register by Monday, April 10 to be guaranteed a t-shirt. The cost is $35 for adults, and the Kids 1 Mile (12 $ under) is $25. For more information and to register, visit: https://www.grmedfoundation. org/race-to-raise-2023.html. All proceeds benefit the LifeSaver Grant Program, with a portion designated to the General Endowment. Funds raised are used to purchase equipment and materials, and provide support for programs that enhance and advance patient care at GRMC.

Adult Pickleball League

There will be an Adult Pickleball League held from 6 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday from April 11 through May 16 at the Seguin-Saegert Pickleball Complex, located at 418 W. Mountain St. in Seguin. The league includes four weeks of games and a final Championship Week, played with those of similar skill. Participants must commit to all five weeks of league play. Inclement weather day is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16. Players must wear athletic closed-toe shoes. Equipment will not be provided. Online registration is required at www.bit.ly/SeguinPickleballLeague. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Needle Weaving Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Needle Weaving Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 15 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn five easy stitches you can use to make a beautiful wall hanging. This skill can also be used to make handbags, place mats, pillows and more. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830305-0472.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, April 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Hispanic Chamber Annual Awards Banquet

The Seguin Guadalupe County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and TAMACC Education Foundation will have its 34th Annual Awards Banquet presentations beginning with a Social Hour at 6 p.m. Wednesday, April 19 at the Seguin Coliseum. Tickets are $50 and are available by calling 830-372-3151.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Business in the Park 2023

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Business in the Park 2023 from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 20 in Central Park in Downtown Seguin. There will be food trucks, vendors, and live music.

Seguin River 5K Run/Walk

The Seguin Faith Lutheran Church small group, Life Bridge, will have a Seguin River 5k Run/Walk at 8:30 a.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Patricia K. Irvine King Pavilion, located at 104 River Dr. East in Seguin. For event details visit www.athleteguild.com/ event/seguin-tx/2023-seguin-5k-river-runwalk. For questions, contact Cody Goetz at SeguinRiverRun@gmail.com.

Festival For Life

The South Texas Pregnancy Care Center will have its Festival For Life from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 1015 S. Austin St. in Seguin. There will be a rock wall, bouncy castles, dunking booth, live music, dessert auction, and more. There will also be burger tickets available pre-sale or at the door.

Rose Painting Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Rose Painting Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, April 22 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn the steps to complete your own yellow rose of Texas. Once you learn this technique it can be applied to many other forms of art. The class is for adults and the cost is $40 with supplies included. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree

The Seguin Kiwanis Club will have its Kiwanis Club Flapjack Jamboree from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday, April 29 in the parking lot adjacent to the First Methodist Church on N. Austin St. in Seguin. Plates of pancakes and sausage are $10 each. This is a drive-thru event and the Navarro Jazz band will be providing live music. Proceeds benefit scholarships, sponsorships, and other community needs.

Mid-Texas Symphony

The Mid-Texas Symphony will present, “Symphonie Fantastique,” at 4 p.m. Sunday, April. 30 in Jackson Auditorium on the campus of Texas Lutheran University in Seguin. The event features Akiko Fujimoto, conductor, and John Henry Crawford, cello.

Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its Teacher of the Year Dinner & Awards Presentation from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, May 1 at the Seguin Coliseum. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the cost is $25 per person. For more information, call 830-3796382.

Beginning Water Color Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Beginning Water Color Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 13 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. This beginning class will focus on basic watercolor techniques. The cost is $30, supplies included. The class is limited to 10. For more information, call 830-305-0472.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, May 15 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Saturday, June 3 at Faith Lutheran Church, located at 1326 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, July 17 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Master Naturalist Training Class

The Guadalupe Master Naturalist Chapter will offer a Master Naturalist Training Classes will be held every other Tuesday from 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 8 to Nov. 18 at the AgriLife Extension Building, located at 210 E. Live Oak St. in Seguin. The Cost is $125. For application and class information, visit http://txmn.org/guadalupe and follow the “Certification Training” dropdown or text John Barrington at 830-237-3544. Master Naturalists are volunteers educating the public and working to enhance and preserve the many natural resources and areas of Texas. Learn more about the program at http://txmn.org.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Aug. 26 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Sept. 18 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. Monday, Oct. 16 at First Baptist Church Seguin, located at 1314 E. Cedar St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Food Distribution Event

There will be a Food Distribution Event from 9 to 11 a.m. day, Saturday, Nov. 18 at GRMC Hospital, located at 1215 E. Court St. in Seguin. Pre-register at www.Freshtrak.com.

Precious Life Services

Precious Life Services is accepting new clients who may need help with Anger Management, Parenting Skills, Christian Counseling, Group and Family Therapy, Anxiety and Depression, etc. Appointments are available in-office, by Zoom or Teleconference by calling 830-372-5980.

Heritage Museum Calendars

The Heritage Museum is selling 2023 calendars for $10 featuring turn of the century everyday life of kids,

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social groups, parades, etc. There is a limited supply and they are available for purchase at the Heritage Museum, Gift & Gourmet, Pecan Town Books and Brews, Parker’s City Pharmacy, and online at www. heritagemuseum.net. Gift Ornaments of Juan Seguin for only $5 are also available at the Museum. All proceeds benefit Museum projects.

Free Accredited Adult Homeschool Program

The Life Changing Church is now offering a Free Accredited Homeschool Program for adults wanting to earn their high school diploma. It is a self-paced, no classes to attend program. You work around your schedule and at the end of the program you will receive an accredited diploma that is acceptable for college. Tutors are available at no charge. Free placement testing, no previous records required. For more information call or text Crystal at 325-956-1155.

Salvation Army New Office

The Seguin Unit Salvation Army office is located at 205 North King Street. The office is open to receive requests for assistance weekly from 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.

Volunteers Needed

The Guadalupe Valley Young Marines need volunteers. They promote a healthy, drug-free program and need males, 19 years and up who would like to see the program grow by contributing time to help future citizens, boys and girls 8 to 18. Positions available include computer input, physical fitness training, planning/logistics, and medical. Contact Dina Dillon at 423-227-9610 or visit www.gvyoungmarines.org.

La Trinidad Blessing Box - Food Pantry

The La Trinidad United Methodist Church invites you to “Take what you need, Bring what you can, and above all be Blessed!” by its Blessing Box Food Pantry located at the corner of the church at 306 E. Gonzales St. in Seguin. The Blessing Box is filled with items to help those in need.

The Country Church Attic

The Country Church Attic is now open from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

Clothing Ministry

The Refuge III Clothing Ministry continues to give away clothing, some furniture, dishes, and other items at 7535 Elm Creek Road in Seguin. For further information call 830-303-6478.

Free Bible Course

The World Bible School is offering free Bible correspondence courses. Answer questions from the Bible and send in for grading. Visit studygod.info for further information.

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