SDN: July 17, 2023

Seguin ISD needing Adopt-ASchool partners for each of its campuses

(Seguin) – The Seguin ISD is looking to not only get one or two, but all of its campuses adopted by a community organization or business this upcoming school year. Unfortunately last year, there were campuses who were not community supported through the Adopt-A-School program.

This year, however, the Seguin Education Foundation is utilizing the summer to get a jumpstart in securing these community partners for each of their campuses. That’s according to Kelly Follis, Seguin ISD director of community outreach and the Seguin Education Foundation.

“Adopt-A-School is a program that we have had in place for a couple of years and it’s really starting to take hold. Our schools love it. It’s really just getting the public involved in our schools and that can look like so many different things depending on what the business or the individual even wants to do but Adopt-ASchool means just regular contact with the school so you kind of get to know the school and regular contact can be once a week as a mentor. It can be once a month as bringing snacks or breakfast to teachers. It’s defined by the person or... Partners, pg. 2

Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

Businesses, community partners plus individuals Wanted

SA teens killed in local car crash

(Seguin) – Investigation continues today into a vehicle crash that claimed the lives of two San Antonio teenagers and a dog. Rusty Suarez, Seguin assistant police chief, says the teens were traveling southbound in the 400 block of S. King Street when the driver lost control of the vehicle, a Hummer H3, and crashed into a tree.

During the course of the crash, Suarez says the SUV also clipped another vehicle and a utility pole. The accident was reported after 9:30 p.m. just outside of CVS Pharmacy.

Suarez says both teens were pronounced dead at the scene by Justice of the Peace Sheryl Sachtleben.

The driver of the vehicle has been identified as 19-year-old Jack Magner of San Antonio. A 14-year-old girl whose name is not being released has also been identified as the second victim.

Officials say there were no injuries reported in the second vehicle involved in Wednesday night’s crash.

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organization that wants to participate and it’s just for people who want to make a difference in our schools,” said Follis.

Follis says her ideal wish would be to have each school adopted by at least 10 businesses. Last year, most campuses were adopted by at least one business but schools like Rodriguez Elementary had none.

While much of that lied on the fact that the Adopt-A-School program is still a relatively new concept for the Seguin ISD, Follis is optimistic that this year will be different and encourages everyone to step up and support their campus or campuses of choice.

“Not all of our schools are adopted at all and it really takes sort of a village of adoption partners anyway because most of our schools have at least one adopter but one person or one organization can’t be there as much as they might like and so if we have several for each school, but at least one, it would really really help because I think as successful as this program has been and as happy as this program has made so many of

our faculty and staff and students, it makes the one who don’t have anyone feel really bad so we don’t want that and I know that our community does not want that. I know our community wants to be part of our schools. We are doing great things,” said Follis.

Last school year, Seguin ISD teachers and students were treated to snack baskets, catered lunches, snow cones and even some in class volunteers. She says the list of ways an adopter can support students is limitless.

“It could be just as simple as speaking at a career fair. It could be volunteering for a campus cleanup day -- just anything -- anything that gets our community into our schools is what we are really trying to push but through Adopt A School, like I said, it’s more regular contact with a

school and it just makes them feel so loved and those teachers know that someone cares about them and has their back. It’s a really huge blessing,” said Follis.

Follis says most people she speaks with want to help, but, again, don’t always know how.

“Door prizes are always like number one on the list. As far as getting door prizes for campuses, when they do a family engagement night, they want to have a drawing for a door prize. Well, I don’t have a closet of door prizes. I don’t have things that I hold onto. Everything I have is out to campuses immediately as directed by the person if it’s going to me or a person can go right to the campus, it doesn’t matter. We have a mentoring program that is just rewarding for people to mentor a student. It’s not about tutoring them or instructing them. It’s just about being a listening ear and a supportive person for a student. We have tutoring also if groups want to do that. We have one group who adopted Seguin High School and they help with testing. So, there are so many ways that you can help,” said Follis.

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Cindy Aguirre-Herrera

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Almost all adopters have returned for the 2023-24 academic year. In fact, Follis says many businesses and groups have already begun work to ensure the launch of another successful school year.

“We already have adopters that are working on gathering school supplies for different schools -- different campuses who have already heard from parents that are saying ‘we don’t have enough. What are we going to do?’ So, these adopters are already stepping up to start having school supply drives to pack backpacks -- all those kinds of things. For in-service days for teachers which start so soon -- our new teachers come back on July 31 so it’s just right around the corner. We actually have our new teacher breakfast, which is two days of orientation for new teachers, we have those breakfasts already fully sponsored thankfully because people want to show them that they are welcome in Seguin. We are very blessed by that but there are

tons of other opportunities to sponsor throughout the year,” said Follis.

Signing up to Adopt-A-School also has its benefits for those who give up their time and resources. Follis says this is especially true for businesses. She says partners have noted how much they have liked interacting with campus administrators and teachers, while getting to know their adopted family and receiving publicity for their organization, if desired.

“Whatever your mind can dream up as a way to help us, we are happy to receive that, and we definitely want to recognize the businesses and individuals who help us, and we want to help them. We have a large market of consumers in our teachers and families. We want to bring attention to the good things that people are doing for us and then we want to do good things for people too. It’s a win-win situation,” said Follis.

Follis says at the end of the day, supporting local education is everyone’s responsibility.

“If you are not in the schools, people just don’t know. You don’t know what’s going on. We’ve heard about schools. I hear complaints about schools around the state and country where people don’t feel like they are not welcome at the schools. The schools are doing things and the public does not know what’s going on. That is not the case in Seguin. We want everyone to come into our schools and see the great things that we are doing,” said Follis.

Adoption partners who wish to only donate in-kind or monetary donations are also encouraged to sign-up.

To become an Adoption Partner for Seguin ISD schools contact Follis at 830-379-0325 or email her at kfollis@ seguin.k12.tx.us.

A list of the campuses and their current adoption partners can be viewed in today’s online edition of the Seguin Daily News (SDN). Again, the Seguin ISD is hoping for as many partners per school as possible. The SDN is available at SeguinToday.com

Hood

James Arthur Hood, age 77, of Seguin, Texas passed away on July 3, 2023. He was born on August 7, 1945, in Minden, Louisiana to Cortez (Pearson) and Elmer Hood.

James is preceded in death by his parents, his brother Larry Hood, and his mother-in-law and father-in-law, Dorothy “Dot” (Pape) and Marvin “Ted” Henderson.

He is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Shari Hood; daughters, Dana Kincaid and husband Carlton, and Kelli Hutka and husband Michael; grandchildren, C.J. Kincaid, Cassidy Kincaid, Evan Hutka, and Krista Hutka; brother, Dan Hood and wife Patsy; brother-in-law, Galen Ted Henderson and wife Latricia; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and many friends.

A memorial service celebrating James’ life will be held on Saturday, July 22, 2023 at Hillcrest Church at 11 a.m. with the Rev. Michael Moak officiating. A reception will follow in the fellowship hall. Private interment will be held in San Geronimo Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Hillcrest Church, P. O. Box 267, Seguin, Texas, 78156. 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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Ruby Klein Engelke, age 96 of Seguin, passed away on July 12, 2023. Ruby was born on December 6, 1926, in Gonzales, Texas, to Mary (Erck) and Anton Klein. Many will remember Ruby driving the School Bus for special needs children in the Seguin Independent School District.

Ruby was a member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Church since 1950 and an active member of Emanuel’s Lutheran Ladies Aid. She also enjoyed membership in the American Legion Auxiliary H U Wood Post #245 and the Geronimo VFW Post 8456. Some of her most treasured times with family and friends were bowling, gambling trips, and 30-plus years of Memorial Day Weekend Campouts.

Ruby is preceded in death by her husband, Ferdinand (Ferdy) Paul Engelke, son, Larry Engelke, granddaughter, Brooke Engelke, her parents, her sister, Evelyn Marie Klein Engelke, and her brothers, Willie, Oscar, Tony, and Alton Klein.

Survivors include her son, Barry “Buggy” Engelke, and partner Brenda J. Moore; daughter-in-law, Faye Engelke; grandchildren, Travis Engelke and wife Crystal; Dustin Engelke and wife Melissa, Stacy Clardy and Kristi Engelke; great-grandchildren, Presley Engelke, Paislie Engelke, August Engelke, Kip Clardy, Lane Clardy, and Kori Wright; numerous nieces, nephews, other loving family members and a host of friends.

Funeral services will be held on Monday, July 17, 2023, at 10 a.m. at Emanuel’s Lutheran Church with the Rev. Marcus Bigott and the Rev. John Van Deusen officiating. Interment will follow in Guadalupe Valley Memorial Park.

Serving as pallbearers will be Travis Engelke, Dustin Engelke, Kip Clardy, Ricky Engelke, Colton Engelke, and Klein Vickers.

The family would like to thank the staff of Argent Court for their loving care of Ruby over the last 15 years.

Memorial contributions may be made to Emanuel’s Lutheran Church, 206 N. Travis, Seguin, Texas, 78155.

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.

VITAL STATISTICS

Trevino Blumberg

Adolfo Trevino III was born on Dec 28, 1957 in Seguin, Texas.  Adolfo went home to be with the lord on June 24, 2023.

Adolfo is preceded in death by his mother Oralia Rios, father Adolfo Trevino II, and grandfather Ricardo Rios.

Adolfo is survived by his wife, Ann M. Amstead-Trevino; mother of his children, Julia Valdez; children,  Judy Sanchez (Abel Reyes), Adolfo Trevino (Kim), Jeffery Trevino, Yvette Trevino (Daniel), and Shelby McClure (Kevin); siblings, Darlene Arriaga (Joe), Lupe Castaneda (Ray), and Michael Rios; and half siblings, Alfredo Trevino, Patricia TrevinoTrinidad (Abel), Andrew Trevino and Connie Trevino. He is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren, plus numerous extended family members and friends.

Adolfo was a diehard Dallas Cowboy fan. He spent time as a truck driver and city employee. He loved his many fur babies, riding motorcycles, was a musician by heart , and loved BBQing with his family.

Services will be one day only at Palmer Mortuary & Cremations: Saturday July 22, 2023Immediate family 2-4pm; and open to the public from 4-8 p.m.

We ask anyone that attends to wear Dallas Cowboy attire instead of black to honor our dads love for his team.

Annie Lee Blumberg, 95, of Schertz passed away peacefully on July 11, 2023. She was born September 8, 1927 in Guadalupe County and lived there the majority of her life. Annie married her sweetheart Donald Blumberg on April 6, 1946. Together they reared a family of three sons. Annie enjoyed the simple things in life and was devoted to her family. She loved to dance, play bingo, garden, cook and bake. Her potato salad was her signature dish. She is preceded in death by Don her husband of 60 years, her son Lonnie, her parents Charles Schmoekel, and Lillie and Arno Reiley. She is survived by her sons Rodney and wife Cora Nell, and Tracy and wife Sandra. In accordance with her wishes, a private graveside service will be held at St. John Lutheran Cemetery in Marion under the direction of Schertz Funeral Home.

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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY CALENDAR

July

Seguin Sports Booster Club Media Guide Deadline

The Seguin Sports Booster Club is seeking members and advertisers for its media guide that will be available at each home game this upcoming football season. The deadline for submitting information is Monday, July 17. For application/form, contact Cathy Beicker at 830-401-1954 or cbeicker@gmail.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.

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. Learn more at www.NAMIGuadalupeCounty.org.

Comal Country Music Show

The Comal Country Music Show will be held from 7:30 to 10 p.m. Tuesday, July 18 at the Columbus Club Hall, located at 111 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The featured guest performers will be Gabe Galvan and Larry & Tara O’Neal. The doors open at 6 p.m. with an $8 cover charge. All proceeds will benefit charities.

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.

Lunch and Learn

The Seguin Young Professionals will have its Bi-Monthly Lunch and Learn from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Wednesday, July 19 at the GVEC Community Room, located at 927 N. Hwy 46. Get inspired by Jay Johnson from J2 Servant Leadership as he shares insights on teamwork and building a productive team. RSVP at 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.

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.

Rising Star of Guadalupe County Nomination Deadline

The Seguin Young Professionals of the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Rising Star of Guadalupe County award. Nominees must live and/or work in Guadalupe County and be between the ages of 21 and 39 on Dec. 31, 2023. The deadline for nominations is Thursday, July 20. For more information, call 830-379-6382. Library Summer Reading

Experience Enrollment Open

Enrollment for the Seguin Public Library’s “All Together Now!,” Summer Reading Experience is open for young children (ages 0 to 4), kids/preteens (ages 5-11), teens (ages 12-17) and adults (ages 18+). Register in person or online. A library card is not required to enroll in the program. All age groups have until Thursday, July 20 to complete their gameboards for a chance at fabulous raffle prizes. The library will draw the lucky winners at 11 a.m. Friday, July 21.

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 830251-2080.

NARFE Meeting

The National Active & Retired Federal employees (NARFE) will meet at 9:30 a.m. Friday, July 21 at the 7Ten Activity Center, located at 710 Landa St. in New Braunfels. The program will be a webinar, “NARFE Advocacy in the 118th Congress.” For more information, call Alice Pullin at 760-390-4482 or email apullin1@yahoo.com.

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.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR

Seguin Parks and Recreation Summer Movies in the Park

The Seguin Parks and Recreation Department will have its free Summer Movies in the Park at dusk on Friday, July 21 and Friday, Aug. 25 in Max Starcke Park East near the Patricia K. Irvine-King Pavilion. Bring your popcorn, drinks, lawn chairs, family and friends. Movies in the Park are made possible by generous support from H-E-B. For more information, call 830-401-2480.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with Paul Sanchez & Wrangler Country, from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 23 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

After Hours Mixer

The Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce will have its After Hours Mixer, sponsored by Seguin Chevrolet, from 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday, July 26 at 509 IH-10 West. Make sure to bring your Chamber membership card for entry.

Christian Fellowship VBS

The Christian Fellowship Baptist Church will have its Vacation Bible School, “Leading out Loud,” from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. from Tuesday, July 25 to Friday, July 28 at 926 8th St. in Seguin. For more information, call 830549-7767.

Smart Phone Photography Class

The Seguin Art League will offer a Smart Phone Photography Class from 1 to 3 p.m. Saturday, July 29 at 104 S. Austin St. in Seguin. Learn the best settings for videos, HDR, storage, and using a tripod. The class is for ages 16 and older. The cost is $30. For more information, call 830-3050472 or visit www.seguinartleague.com.

Geronimo VFW Dance

The Geronimo VFW Post 8456 will have a dance, with the Cactus Country Band from 3 to 6:30 p.m. Sunday, July 30 at 6808 N. Hwy 123 in Geronimo. The doors open at 1:30 p.m. with a $10 admission. For more information call or text 830-305-8829.

August

Texas Women of Influence Gala Night & Conference

The Texas Women of Influence Gala Night & Conference will be held Wednesday, Aug. 2 and Thursday, August 3 at the Seguin Coliseum. The Hats of to Her Gala is from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 2 The cost is $75 per person or $500 for a table of 8. There will be a contest for the best decorated hat. The conference will run from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and the cost is $150. For tickets, visit www.seguinchamber.com. For more information, call 830-379-6382.

Leadership Seguin Application Deadline

Applications are available for the Seguin Area Chamber of Commerce Leadership Seguin program. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Aug 3. For more information, call 830-379-6382 or email cofc@seguinchamber.com.

Seguin PD Backpack Drive

The Seguin Police Department is seeking donations for its Backpack Drive. School supplies that are needed include: clear backpacks, notebooks, writing utensils, and folders. Monetary donations are also being accepted in the form of cash or cashapp to $seguinpd. Donations can be dropped off from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Seguin Police Department, located at 350 N. Guadalupe St. in Seguin. The 2023 Back to School at the Pool event will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 5 at the Seguin Wave Pool. For ques-

tions, email CommunityEngagement@seguintexas.gov.

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.

Hermann Sons Life Summerfest

The Hermann Sons Life will have its Summerfest at noon Sunday, Aug. 13 at the Seguin Lodge Hall, located at 2918 W. Kingsbury St. in Seguin. Barbecue brisket will be served at 1 p.m. and you are encouraged to bring sides and desserts to share. For more information and to RSVP contact Tim Kolbe at 830-660-3713.

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.

September 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.

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October

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.

November

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.

Ongoing Community Calendar Items

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 830-3034188 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.

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 830-3725980.

Heritage Museum Calendars

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