April 20, 2022 by Starr County Town Crier

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Dr. Angie Ramirez Therapeutic Optometrist

CASTAÑEDA Auto Insurance & Bail Bonds

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Dental Insurance, Medicaid and Chip Accepted

487-2999 419 East 2nd St. Rio Grande City, Tx.

RGCGISD had a record amount of donations and made over $182,000 from sponsors all over the country Rio Grande City Grulla ISD hosted the 16th Annual Superintendent’s Golf Tournament on Monday, April 11, at Top Golf in Pharr, Texas. This year, we are excited to announce, RGCGISD had a record amount of donations and made over $182,000 from sponsors all over the country. All funds raised will directly beneﬁt our graduating senior scholarship recipients in their future endeavors. We are tremendously grateful for the outpouring of generosity from everyone who purchased rafﬂe tickets, played in the tournament, and donated to help our students reach their goals. On behalf of Mr. Adolfo Pena Jr., Superintendent of Schools, and our School Board of Trustees, we would like to thank everyone who was instrumental in the planning and execution of this SENSATIONAL event. OPEN MON-SUN 7AM-7PM

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301 E. 2nd. St. Rio Grande City, Tx. 78582

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“Serving Our Community For Over 86 Years” “Caring for you & your loved ones in your time of need ”

WEDNESDAY APRIL 20TH - I.C.C. 6:30 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †ADELA A. GUERRERO by ICC †ALEJANDRO SALINAS by Su Familia

Sanchez

Memorial Funeral Home 101 AR Sanchez Sr. Dr. Roma, Tx. 78584

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Card of Thanks In Loving Memory of

Francisco Tadeo “Indio” Villanueva July 12, 1950 † March 25, 2022

When tomorrow starts without me and I’m not here to see; If the sun should rise and �ind your eyes �illed with tears for me. I wish so much you wouldn’t cry the way you did today; while thinking of the many things we didn’t get to say. I know how much you love me, as much as I love you; and each time you think of me, I know you’ll miss me too. When Tomorrow starts without me, don’t think we’re apart, for every time you think of me, I’m right there in your heart.

THURSDAY APRIL 21ST – LOS GARCIAS 6:00 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †ADELA A. GUERRERO by ICC FRIDAY APRIL 22ND - I.C.C. 12:00 P.M. †SILVESTRE GONZALEZ by Alma Gloria T. Gonzalez & Family †ADELA A. GUERRERO by ICC SATURDAY APRIL 23RD - I.C.C. 5:00 P.M. †HERMINIA “MINE” MARGO (AN.) by Mr. & Mrs. Javier D. Margo †MR. & MRS. LAZARO GARZA GARCIA by Mr. & Mrs. Israel De la Cruz

SUNDAY APRIL 24TH – L.G. 7:00 A.M. †BAUDELIO RODRIGUEZ by Su Familia SUNDAY APRIL 24TH - I.C.C. 9:00 A.M. †ALISIA PEÑA CASTAÑEDA by Gloria De Loera

†MA. FELISITAS VALLE GONZALEZ by Gloria De Loera †CRUZ GARCIA by Su Esposa e Hijos †NARCEDALIA ‘NACHA” GUERRERO by Husband & Children †FELIPA & ISAIAS GARCIA by Su Familia †JUAN TOMAS RODMAN (1ST AN.) by Family †FAUSTINO HERNANDEZ by Mr. & Mrs. Julian Gonzalez †DAVID OLIVARES GARZA by Su Familia SUNDAY APRIL 24TH – I.C.C. 11:00 A.M. †HERNAN & ESTELA CONTRERAS (AN.) by Contreras Family †MARIA L. CONTRERAS (10TH AN.) by Contreras Family †ERNESTO LEZA, JR. by Family

†JOSE ROBERTO & CYNTHIA MOLINA by Family †SOCORRO RODRIGUEZ by Mary B. Lopez 5:00 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †OTILA M. HENDERSON (38th an.) by Mr. & Mrs. Santos Carrion Jr. MONDAY APRIL 25TH – I.C.C. 6:00 P.M. †ELIAS CHAPA VILLARREAL by Wife & Children †MARTA GRACIELA GONZALEZ by Ana Maria Gonzalez †SUSIE GARZA by Her Mom & Sisters †GIOVANNA MILANO TUESDAY APRIL 26TH – I.C.C. 6.00 P.M. †BISHOP RAYMUNDO PEÑA †JOSE GUADALUPE BRISEÑO by Wife & Family

Obituary

We wish to express our sincere appreciation to our many relatives and friends for their presence, ﬂowers, cards, masses, food, and comforting words during our deepest grief for the loss of our beloved one.

Villanueva Family

Sisters, Grandchildren, Nieces, Nephews and Rodriguez Family

†SILVESTRE GONZALEZ by Alma Gloria T. Gonzalez & Family †DANNY GOMEZ, JR. by Mom & Dad †DIANA HERNANDEZ by Israel & Lupita Chapa †ELODIA GONZALEZ by Israel & Lupita Chapa †HERMINIA DE LA GARZA (14TH AN.) by Family †DOLORES PEREZ by Family †ELMA G. BECERRA (1ST AN.) by Famly †ADELA A. GUERRERO by ICC

Flora Rendon Rodriguez, age 83 November 24,1938 † April 17, 2022

Born: November 24,1938 - Went home peacefully to be with the Lord on April 17, 2022, on Resurrection Sunday at her home in San Isidro, TX. Flora was born in Danevang, TX to George Cortez Rendon and Guadalupe Vella Rendon who have preceded her in death, along with her siblings Henry Rendon and Eloise Perez. Flora married her husband, Aparicio (Chicho) Rodriguez on May 19, 1955. They lived in Channelview, TX where they raised their children. Flora worked for Dr. Vicente Zapata, OBGYN for many years as his Ofﬁce Manager, he delivered several of her grandchildren, she was so proud of her job, and

everyone loved her there! They resided in Channelview until the Summer of 1993 when they moved to San Isidro after Chicho retired. Flora found her place of serving God at First Baptist Church San Isidro where she was used in many roles throughout the years. Flora was a Prayer Warrior, she would give the weekly announcements, she was a Teacher, a Counselor, she was the ﬁrst Lady Deacon appointed there. She loved the Lord and loved to pray for people, she saw so many lives changed, and many prayers of healing answered. She was known as a Mighty Woman of God! Flora is survived by her loving husband of 66 years and 11 months, Aparicio (Chicho) Rodriguez. Their Children and Spouses: Joe and Edna Rodriguez, Michael and Terri Rodriguez, Cindy Rial, Johnny Rodriguez and Renee Seeley. She also raised her granddaughter Jennifer Roman, who held a very special place in her heart and brought her so much joy. Her Sisters: Elisa Martin and Maria Becker Her Brothers: George Rendon Jr, David Rendon, Jose Alberto Rendon, and Wally Rendon. Her 10 Grandchildren and their Spouses: Jennifer and

Jorge Roman, Joey and Isabel Rodriguez, Michael A. Rodriguez and Melissa Cervantes, Tara and Hector Franco, Brett and Krestyl Rodriguez, Shawn Rial, Priscilla and Wally Barrios, Cory and Ana Rodriguez, Kyra Rodriguez, and Destiny Rodriguez. Her 9 Great Grandchildren: Andrew Rodriguez, Daniel Rodriguez, Alyssa Roman, Genevieve Roman, Jayden Cervantes, Trey Franco, Kaleigh Franco, David Rodriguez, and Rosalie Rodriguez. Life will never be the same without her. We will miss her dearly, we will miss her prayers, her words of wisdom, her words of encouragement, her beautiful smile, her love she had for all her family and friends. Her love will live on in our hearts forever. We will see her again in Heaven! Words she lived by “It’s all about love, love will get you through everything”. Visitation will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2022, at Sanchez Funeral Home, 301 E. Second St., Rio Grande City from 11:00 am to 1:00 p.m., with a Chapel Service at 12 pm., Burial will follow at Alfaro Cemetery at 55 Old San Isidro Rd in San Isidro, TX. Funeral services have been entrusted to Sanchez Funeral Home in Rio Grande City.

Alcohol Awareness Month is a national public health awareness campaign sponsored by the National Council for Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD), which takes place every April. Alcohol Awareness Month aims to increase awareness and understanding of the causes and treatment for one of our nation’s top public health problems: alcohol use disorder. This year’s theme is “Connecting the Dots: Opportunity for Recovery.” This year’s efforts are directed towards young individuals who can be easily inﬂuenced by alcohol and drugs if not informed. As a parent the best thing you can do for your child is interfere. Studies show 50% of children are less likely to use alcohol and drugs that have conversations with parents about the risks, than those who do not. For tips on how to talk to your child about alcohol, please visit Parent & Caregiver Resources | SAMHSA . Message from the Starr County Community Coalition

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WHEN THEY GO LOW, YOU ALWAYS GO HIGH.

To hear the interview that Hernandez gave today, failing to smile at his comments, was impossible. To put so many lies and fantasies together in a 10 minute interview was probably the best and biggest achievement he has had in his career. It was particularly painful to hear him say they were

a couple of ladies in the delivery room waiting for anesthesia services, while he was very nonchalant giving political interviews while getting paid to be working and not playing politics. I will answer each one of your attacks in due time Dr Hernandez. Make no mistake. Meantime, our community

knows the truth. You do not fabricate a record from one day to another and hope it holds truth. You build it, every day, with work and dedication, the same way I did it, for the last 10 years. Unfortunately for you, this last 10 years, you were no where to be found.

Early Voting April 25 - May 3 Election Date May 7 POL. ADVT. PAID FOR BY THE DR. JOSE A. VAZQUEZ CAMPAIGN, RIO GRANDE CITY, TEXAS 78582

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Physicians Alarmed by Sharp Spike in Accidental Overdose Deaths Fueled by Illegal Drugs A surge in accidental opioid overdose deaths in Texas is showing no signs of slowing down, and Texas physicians warn the rise in illegally produced drugs laced with fentanyl are to blame. They also say increasing the availability

of life-saving, overdose-reversing drugs like naloxone, as well as addiction treatment programs, can help. “While any drug abuse is tragic, fentanyl overdoses and the addictions that precede them

are culling Texans at an awful, persistent pace,” said Daniel Walk, MD, a member of the Texas Medical Association’s Committee on Emergency Medical Services and Trauma. Nearly 5,000 Texans have died

Fair Housing Public Service Announcement: Fair Housing, It’s the Law To promote fair housing practices, the City of Roma encourages potential homeowners and renters to be aware of their rights under the National Fair Housing Law. Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968, as amended, prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status or national origin in the sale or rental of units in the housing market. For more information on fair housing or to report possible fair housing discrimination, call the Texas Workforce Commission at (888) 452-4778 or (512) 4632642 TTY: 512-371-7473. La Equidad en la Vivienda, Es La Ley Para promover la práctica de equidad en la vivienda, la Ciudad de Roma recomienda a todo posible dueño de casa o inquilino que este consciente de sus derechos bajo la Ley Nacional de Equidad. En la Vivienda, Titulo VIII de la Ley de Derechos Civiles del 1968, con sus modiﬁcaciones, prohíbe la discriminación contra cualquier individuo a base de raza, color, religión, sexo, discapacidad, situación familiar, u origen de nacionalidad en el alquiler o la venta de unidades en el mercado de viviendas. Para mas información sobre equidad en la vivienda o para reportar un posible caso de discriminación, llame al Texas Workforce Commission a (888) 452-4778 o (512) 463-2642 TTY: (512) 371-7473.

Notices – Civil Rights Policy of Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability The City of Roma does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or employment in, its federally assisted programs or activities. Ms. Josie Hinojosa, Civil Rights Ofﬁcer has been designated to coordinate compliance with the nondiscrimination requirements contained in the Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) regulations implementing Section 504 (24 CFR Part 8).

Citizen Participation & Grievance Procedures Notice The City of Roma has adopted complaint and grievance procedures regarding its Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG). Citizens may obtain a copy of these written procedures at 77 Convent Street, Roma, Texas between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. Citizens may also request the procedures be mailed to them by calling Ms. Josie Hinojosa, Civil Rights Officer, at 956 849-1411. These procedures outline the steps for a citizen to follow if s/he wishes to file a complaint or grievance about TxCDBG activities. A person who has a complaint or grievance about any services or activities with respect to the TxCDBG project, may during regular business hours submit such complaint or grievance, in writing to the City of Roma, at P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584 or may call at 956 849-1411. The City of Roma will make every effort to respond fully to such complaints within fifteen (15) working days where practicable.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The City of Roma does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin.

Avisos muestra - Derechos Civiles

Política de no discriminación por motivo de la discapacidad La Ciudad de Roma no discrimina por motivos de discapacidad en la admisión o acceso a, o empleo, en sus programas o actividades que reciben ayuda federal. Ms. Josie Hinojosa ha sido designado para coordinar el cumplimiento de los requisitos de no discriminación contenidos en el Departamento de Vivienda (HUD) y reglamentos de Desarrollo Urbano de aplicación de la Sección 504 (24 CFR Parte 8).

Participación Ciudadana y Procedimientos de Quejas Aviso La Ciudad de Roma ha adoptado procedimientos para quejas y denuncias con respecto al programa de Texas Community Development Block Grant Programs (TxCDBG). Los ciudadanos pueden obtener una copia de estos procedimientos escritos en Calle Convent #77, Roma, Texas entre las horas de 8:00 am y 5:00 pm de lunes a viernes. Los ciudadanos también pueden solicitar los procedimientos por correo al llamar a Ms. Josie Hinojosa, Oﬁcial de Derechos Civiles, al 956 849-1411. Estos procedimientos describen los pasos que se deben seguir para que un ciudadano pueda, si desea, presentar una queja o reclamo acerca de las actividades del programa TxCDBG. Una persona que tiene una queja o reclamación sobre cualquiera de los servicios o actividades en relación con el programa TxCDBG, lo pueden hacer durante las horas regulares por escrito a la Ciudad de Roma, a P.O. Box 947, Roma, Texas 78584 o pueden llamar a (956) 849-1411. La ciudad de Roma hará todo lo posible para responder con plenitud las quejas dentro de los quince (15) días hábiles cuando sea posible.

Declaración de Igualdad de Oportunidades de Empleo La Ciudad de Roma no discrimina por motivos de raza, color, religión, sexo, orientación sexual, identidad de género u origen nacional.

because of drug overdoses, an increase of 18% from a year ago, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Fentanyl and other synthetic opioids contribute to this death toll, killing 1,634 Texans, an 82% increase over one year. “It’s heartbreaking to see that statistic play out in front of me; having to tell someone’s parents their daughter or son won’t ever come home,” said Dr. Walk, an emergency physician who has treated overdose patients. Fentanyl is used to treat severe pain and for advanced-stage cancer. But when used in an unregulated setting, even as little as two milligrams can be lethal, said Max Eckmann, MD, president of the Texas Pain Society (TPS). Fentanyl is up to 50 times stronger than heroin and 100 times stronger than morphine – as little as two milligrams, or less, is deadly. “To put it in perspective, two

milligrams of fentanyl could ﬁt on the tip of a pen,” said Dr. Eckmann. “Drugs today are more powerful and more deadly than ever before,” with some counterfeit pills containing as much as ﬁve milligrams of fentanyl. Physicians say the sharp spike in drug overdose deaths comes despite heavy regulation of opioid prescriptions, which have decreased in Texas and across the country for over a decade. “We [physicians] try to avoid prescribing opioids for pain relief if possible. If we are going to reach for opioids, we are mindful of the dosing amount and duration of treatment,” said Dr. Eckmann. The physicians say one measure that can save lives and help control the opioid overdose epidemic is making naloxone – a medication that reverses an overdose – more accessible. It is available as an emergency nasal spray or injection. “Making naloxone available for

patients as a safety backup is a big thing, not just for themselves but for their family members,” said Dr. Eckmann. Dr. Walk said everyone should have access to naloxone affordably and through a local pharmacy, on demand and without need for a prescription. It could help families when loved ones “fall off the wagon” and begin to use drugs again. Boosting investment in and awareness of treatment programs and facilities to help those suffering from addiction is another step the entire community – physicians, health insurers, government, and law enforcement – can all take to mitigate the problem, the physicians said. “Raising awareness and improving the availability to lifesaving treatment is more important than ever. One opioid overdose death is one too many,” said Dr. Eckmann.

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Roma ISD School Board Honors RMS Students Woodshop Class Roma High Choir Program Students Spend Time Learning Valuable Skills

Congratulations to Roma High School Choir Program students and teachers on their success at the UIL State Solo & Ensemble Competition! The students earned spots to compete at the state competition in May. The Roma ISD School Board honored the students and their teachers for their accomplishments and dedication to excellence.

Ringgold Middle School students from Mr. Galvan’s Woodshop Class spend their time learning valuable skills in the areas of work ethics, communication, leadership, and teamwork. They are taught construction safety, construction mathematics, and learn how to operate hand and power tools speciﬁc to the trade. Mr. Galvan’s students work diligently to see their projects through to completion. RMS are proud of the woodshop students for their dedication and hard work! Theme for Earth Day 2022 “Invest In Our Planet”

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No nonsense, just extra Medicare Advantage benefits. Welcome to Wellcare We’re working hard to improve our Medicare experience for our members. That’s why we’ve simplified our plans and streamlined our benefits. So now when you switch to our Medicare Advantage Plan for 2022, you may enjoy: • $0 or low monthly premiums

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• $0 copay for most common prescriptions • Free telehealth appointments • Free rides to your doctor or pharmacy • A prepaid flex card for extra dental, vision, and hearing expenses • More money back in your Social Security check Cosmetic procedures are not covered under this benefit. Plans vary by region and not all benefits are covered on all plans. ‘Ohana Health Plan, a plan offered by WellCare Health Insurance of Arizona, Inc. Centene, Inc. is an HMO, PPO, PFFS, PDP plan with a Medicare contract and is an approved Part D Sponsor. Our D-SNP plans have a contract with the state Medicaid program. Enrollment in our plans depends on contract renewal. Y0020_WCM_80071E_M CMS Accepted 08102021 NA2WCMADV80071E_0000 ©Wellcare 2021

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LEGAL NOTICE You Would Not Drive Intoxicated, Why Drive Intexticated!

LEGAL NOTICE Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a WINE AND M A LT B E V E R A G E R E TA I L E R ’ S O N PREMISE PERMIT (BG) by: MIGUEL ANGEL ANDRADE JR. dba EL PADRINO’S DRIVE-IN to be located at 2000 N. FM 755, RIO GRANDE CITY, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

Application has been made with the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission for a RETAILER’S OFFPREMISE LICENSE (BF) by MARIA I. ESCOBAR dba GREEN ACRES FRUIT MARKET AND GROCERIES, to be located at 5014 ESCOBARES HWY 83, ROMA, STARR COUNTY, TEXAS.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month The American Automobile Association’s (AAA) distracted driving awareness campaign titled Don’t Drive Intoxicated, Don’t Drive Intexticated is a reminder that distracted can be as dangerous as driving drunk. In a study done by AAA Foundation for Trafﬁc Safety researchers found that even using a hands-free system or texting when you are stopped at a light can produce a ‘hangover’ effect where your mind stays distracted for up to 27 seconds

after using smart phones or even voice to text systems in vehicles. April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month: A time to raise awareness of the dangers associated with distracted driving. Fortunately, when we look at the cars surrounding us each day in trafﬁc, we do not see many drunk drivers. Yet, looking around and seeing a driver staring at their cell phone is all too common. Distracted driving is much more pervasive than drunk driving. Since 1980 when Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) was founded, the organization has raised awareness about the dangers of impaired driving. Because of the efforts of MADD, it is no longer socially acceptable to drink and drive and fatalities from drunk driving have decreased signiﬁcantly. However, the same standard does not yet apply to distracted driving. The message from this campaign seeks to equate the risk

of distracted driving with drunk driving and make it no longer considered acceptable behavior to drive while being distracted by cell phones and other mobile devices. Like drunk driving, distracted driving slows the driver’s reaction time. Distracted driving additionally takes the driver’s eyes off the road for as much 4-5 seconds while they read or send a text message. At 55 miles per hour, this would be the equivalent of driving the length of a football ﬁeld with a blindfold on. According to the Texas Department of Transportation in 2020 Texas roadways saw nearly 1-in-5 crashes caused by a distracted driver in which 367 people died and 2,205 were seriously injured. While teens and young drivers are more likely to be driving distracted, many of these drivers do not see texting as a risk. A National Highway Trafﬁc Safety Administration survey found 20% of drivers ages 18-20 said texting

does not affect their driving, and nearly 30% of drivers ages 21-34 said texting has no impact. Parents and caregivers need to be good role models and not have their children witness them drive distracted, just as they would not want to have their children see them driving impaired. Children are paying attention and parents have more inﬂuence over their teens than they may think. Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Family and Community Health Educator Neida Martinez in Starr County reminds drivers to put away their cell phones and wait until they arrive at their destination to use their phone. The goal of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month is to reduce distracted driving all year long. Although cell phone use is the most easily recognized distraction, all in-vehicle distractions are unsafe and can cause crashes or fatalities. Keep your eyes on the road and arrive alive!

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 21-22-1062

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS South Texas College is accepting competitive proposals for the following: RFP Number 21-22-1063

Description Insurance Risk Management Consultant Services

Date Due May 3, 2022

Time 4:00 pm

Request for Proposals packages may be obtained at the Purchasing Department located at 3200 W. Pecan Blvd, Bldg N, Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501 (Corner of Quince & 31st Street) or by calling 956-872-4681. Responses received after the speciﬁed time and date will not be considered and will be returned unopened. Facsimile responses will not be accepted. All responses must be submitted in a sealed envelope. Responses need to be clearly marked on the envelope with the RFP number. The successful respondent will not be determined on opening date. Responses will be studied and be taken into consideration by the Board of Trustees. South Texas College reserves the right to reject any and all responses submitted and to request additional information if necessary, to waive any formalities or technicalities, and to accept the proposal considered to be the best and most advantageous to South Texas College. Questions regarding this RFP or requests for additional information should be addressed to Becky Cavazos, Director of Purchasing 956-872-4681 beckyc@southtexascollege.edu, or Billy Langley, Senior Buyer of Purchasing, 956-872-4682 welangle@southtexascollege.edu. Responses to the RFP must be submitted to South Texas College, 3200 W. Pecan Blvd, Bldg N, Ste 145, McAllen, TX 78501. South Texas College is an equal education and equal employment opportunity/afﬁrmative action employer. As an equal opportunity employer, the College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.

Description District Wide Wireless Network Equipment Upgrade

Date Due May 3, 2022

Time 3:00 pm

Purchases made as a result of this solicitation will be funded through a grant from the United States Department of Education – Higher Education Emergency Relief Funds (HEERF).

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Roma High Students Perform Well at Congratulations Rio Grande City High 1st Law Enforcement Skills Competition School Lady Track and Field Team!

On February 18 and 19, Roma High School students enrolled in the Law Enforcement Class attended the Skills U.S.A. Competition held at Texas State Technical College in Harlingen, TX. The students competed CONGRATULATIONS to the Rio Grande City High School Lady Track and Field Team for their in this event for the ﬁrst time and performed exceptionally. Way to go outstanding performances on district meet. RGC High School is so proud of these very hard working student athletes!

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ATTENTION ALL SENIORS REGISTER NOW! DEADLINE MAY 1ST LOUELLA BOLT MEMORIAL HEALTH PROFESSIONS 2021-2022

Sponsored by The Pediatric Care Center Rules and criteria governing this award 1. Students must be members of a group that is under-represented in a health care related ﬁeld, i.e. African-American, Hispanic, Native American, and Alaskan Native. Students must be high school seniors during the 2021–2022 academic years and plan to enroll during the 2022-2023 academic year in a four-year college or university offering a science/health degree. Students are encouraged to choose classes leading to a degree in medicine/health. 2. The selection of award recipients will be based on the following criteria: a) The student’s academic record, minimum GPA of 3.0. b) The student’s participation in school and/or outside jobs/ activities as outlined in the student’s career essay and in the letter of recommendation from a high school counselor, math teacher or science teacher. c) The student’s reason(s) for choosing health/medicine, as outlined in the student’s career essay. 3. Individual awards for the full academic year will be $500.00. Awards will be announced by Dr. Daria Babineaux, and payment disbursed to each student upon receipt of a copy of the proof of 2022 fall-semester college registration. No award will be sent out after August 2022.

Instructions for Submitting a Nomination A complete application for the 2021-2022 Louella Bolt Memorial Health Professions Scholarship will contain a copy of each of the following items: 1. From the student: a) A completed application form (this form) b) A TYPED career essay not to exceed 300 words outlining the following: * College or university chosen to attend; when and why * Reasons for choosing a health related career * Possible career choices that may be of interest c) Official transcript of high school grades d) Photo of applicant 2. A letter of recommendation from the high school counselor, math teacher or science teacher containing, but not limited to, the following: a) Verification of student’s GPA and graduation date. b) Verification of high school senior class average grade. (If confidential, High School Counselor statement is required.) c) Confirmation of minority group of student. d) Information about the student’s school, job and/or other activities.

The deadline to submit this application form is May 1st , 2022 Applicant’s Name: _____________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Home /Cell phone: ______________________________/_____________________ E-mail address: _________________________________________ Soc. Sec. No.: ___________________________________________ High school: ____________________________________________ Expected completion date of high school requirements: ________ / _________ Cumulative GPA / Maximum possible GPA: ________ / _________ Name of College Admitted to (if known): _________________________________ _____________________ Check Minority Group: African-American ( ) Hispanic ( ) Alaskan Native ( ) Check Gender:

Native American ( )

Other (describe): _______________________ Male ( )

Female ( )

Submission Instructions:

Completed applications must be postmarked on or before May 1st, 2022. Mail the completed application form (this form), career essay and the supporting documents (letters, transcript, photo, etc.) to: Dr. Daria Babineaux, Scholarship Program The Pediatric Care Center 1673 E San Benito St Suite D., Rio Grande City, Texas 78582

WE WANT TO HELP! If you need any assistance starting, writing, or proofreading your essays for ANY collegiate application please call us! We are here to help and guide you in any way that we can. Our goal is to assist YOU to be as successful as YOU can be! Call Lily at 956-263-1387 to make an appointment.

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The Pediatric Care Center believes that community service is at the forefront of our daily values. We also realize that our community is part of a larger world community of which we must also serve. Each year we sponsor one exceptional youth to represent our community in communities that are in need. Our goal is to make the world better while exposing a deserving youth to the world.

return home with genuine appreciation for our multi-cultural world and prepared to participate as global citizens. VISIONS projects are ambitious, and therefore challenging, gratifying and fun. You will make and meet commitments to their host communities and in response to their needs. You will spend approximately 50% of our time on projects, working until mid-afternoon on weekdays. One day a week you will be on “homebase crew”, preparing breakfast for everyone, visiting local markets to buy food for the next meals, and doing errands as part of a “day in the life”.

The World Service Corp Award is an opportunity for one youth to enroll in the Visions Services Adventures Programs ® and travel the world while helping others. Every VISIONS program undertakes a ground-up building project and several With VISIONS, you live in the heart of a host other construction initiatives. You will do community, rooted to a very new place in construction because it is a pressing ways that surpass the superficial. You come need in these communities and because to know the people whose lives you have it also teaches valuable things: technical impacted and experience the fulfillment of and problem-solving skills, efficient work service when the effort is shared. Participants habits, teamwork and self-confidence.

Rules and criteria governing this award 1. Students must be members of a minority group that is under-represented, i.e. African-American, Hispanic, Native American, and Alaskan Native. Students must be high school juniors or seniors during the 2021–2022 academic period and plan to enroll in a four-year college or university. 2. The selection of award recipients will be based on the following criteria: a) The student’s academic record, minimum GPA of 3.0. (School Transcript required) b) The student’s participation in school, and/or outside jobs, activities, community service activities as outlined in the student’s career essay. The essay must outline why the applicant wants to participate in a world community service program, what other current community service projects they have worked on and how they plan to continue to be a service to the world.(The essay must be typed and 300 word minimum). c) The student must present three letters of recommendations: 1. High School Counselor 2. High School Teacher 3.From a Community Leader, Employer, Community Service Supervisor. d) Applicant Interview with the scholarship committee 3. Individual awards for participants will cover program tuition and airline transportation. Awards will be announced by May 11th, 2022. Program dates vary but all applicants must be available June-August 2022.

Instructions for Submitting a Nomination

VISIONS teen community service program locations are in under-resourced communities around the world. They plan volunteer projects with local partners and return to the same places every year in order to meet long-term commitments. The bonds forged with local communities translate into summer programs of depth and quality. Teen volunteers accomplish impressive projects and build cultural bridges that last long after the summer ends. VISIONS students come to know the people whose lives they impact. Service sites include locations such as Alaska, British Virgin Islands, Cambodia, Dominica, Ghana, Mississippi, Montana, Guadeloupe, Dominica Republic, Ecuador & Galapagos, Peru etc. For service locations visit: www.visionsserviceadventures.com

The deadline to submit this application form is May 1st, 2022 Applicant’s Name: ____________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Home /Cell phone: ________________________/_____________________ E-mail address: ________________________________________________ High school: ___________________________________________________ Expected completion date of high school requirements: ________ / _________ Cumulative GPA / Maximum possible GPA: ________ / _________ Name of College Admitted to (if known): ___________________________ ______________________________________________________________ Check Minority Group: African-American ( ) Hispanic ( )

A complete application for the 2021-2022 Pediatric Care Center World Service Corp Scholarship will contain a copy of each of the following items:

Alaskan Native ( )

From the applicant: a) A completed Application form (this form) b) A typed Career Essay minimum 300 words outlining the following: • The student’s participation in school, and/or outside jobs, activities, community service activities. • The essay must outline why the participant wants to participate in a world community service program. • What other current community service projects they have worked on and • How they plan to continue to be of service to their community and the world c) Ofﬁcial transcript of high school grades d) Photo of applicant e) The student must present three Letters of Recommendations: • High School Counselor • High School Teacher • A Community Leader, Employer, Community Service Supervisor.

Check Gender:

Native American ( )

Other (describe): _______________________ Male ( )

Female ( )

Submission Instructions:

Completed applications must be postmarked on or before May 1st, 2022 Mail the completed application form (this form), career essay and the supporting documents (letters, transcript, photo, etc.) to: Dr. Daria Babineaux, World Scholarship Program The Pediatric Care Center 1673 E San Benito St. Suite D, Rio Grande City, Texas 78582 Call Lilia Ojeda 956-263-1387 for any questions

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