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ebruary is known as the month of love. Our front cover has a beautiful couple whose marriage has stood the test of time and is a testament to all of us. Love, whether it is between two teen-agers or between two young 80 year olds is beautiful to behold. Valentines Day is this month and to honor this special day, Welcome Home has sought out some special love stories in our community to share with you. Turn to page 12 to read more on our front cover couple and page 13 for our love stories. My daughter, Rashell, is now 17 and a senior at Reagan. She will graduate this year and begin her journey into adulthood. We were blessed to be able to take a vacation during the Christmas holidays and decided to go to Disneyworld. As I grow older and hopefully wiser, I realize it’s not the “things” you buy your children that matter but the “experiences” you share with them that have value in the long run. We spent every day there together and saw and did as many things as we possibly could. We had the best time ever and were still talking when we returned home, which is pretty close to a miracle for a father and a 17 year old daughter together day and night for 12 days. Being at the Magic Kingdom almost makes you feel like you are living in a fairy tale. You start to believe that no dream is too big to become true. It was the most incredible way to start 2014. When I returned to San Antonio, I was on such an emotional recharge I was determined this year would be the best year ever. I decided to only focus on the many positive things happening in my life and business instead of the few negatives. One day I posted on my Facebook wall that I had
been blessed to meet someone and talk to them for hours. I said it felt great to be in the right place at the right time. A friend of mine on Facebook replied, “Have an Attitude of Gratitude. Keep it up and more of the right people at the right time will show up!” I just loved her advice. Too often we don’t realize what we have by living in the greatest country in the world. This month we celebrate President’s Day, and there are some local campaigns taking place. Exercise your freedoms and participate in our democracy. With our beautiful San Antonio weather, get outside and enjoy the city. Live life to the fullest. I had the honor to attend an event held by The Ferrari Kid. At the event there was a 5 year old child who had 5 weeks to live. You would not have known it by the way he or his family was acting. They were having the time of their lives. They knew the value of life. They had learned to be grateful for every second they had been given. It was a very humbling experience for me. Finally, I am so excited with all the submissions this month. We have so many wonderful children in our areas to be recognized each and every month. If you have a business in our areas that is so blessed it does not need to advertise, consider sponsoring a school page for the many different groups to be recognized. As a member of our community, remember to visit the businesses in this newspaper and let them know you saw them in your Welcome Home community newspaper. Sincerely,
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On The Cover By Amanda Burris ebruary brings Valentine’s Day –The holiday of love. During this season of hearts, flowers, chocolates and gifts, it is important to remember that above all else, it is love that we celebrate. For husband and wife, Harry and Thelma Ferrell, this year they are celebrating their 75th Valentine’s Day together. With a love that has lasted so long, it is easily inspiring to all who meet them. Their love extends much further than just a relationship between two people. They have experienced a lifetime of memories as they have raised a beautiful family, worked jobs and have gone into retirement, traveled around the United States and now continue to get the most from each day of their lives together. Both in their 90’s, they have had the opportunity to not only see, but to change with the history happening around them. It is through all of this that they have not only stayed together, but have grown together. Love is not always about the fluff or the romance; Sometimes love is about the lasting dedication and promise that two people make to each other, which is what makes it so beautiful. This month, Welcome Home got the opportunity to learn this couple’s story and hear from some of their family. To read about the Ferrells who are
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were. Realizing that a parent’s physical or mental health is declining can weight heavy on the heart and is sometimes truly hard to admit. Denying that they need help is, however, dangerous and can prevent them from leading a fulfilling, independent life. Once the signs are there, the harder job is to have your parents see it too. The key is to be informed and have conversations early. Waiting can lead to feeling overwhelmed, which may prompt rash decisions and unnecessary expenses. An Independent Living or Assisted Living Community is a great alternative that will allow them the independence they desire yet the tidbits of help they need. Many families of our residents at Independence Hill Retirement Community comment that once the burden of household chores, home repairs, grocery shopping, driving, cooking
and cleaning is lifted from their parents’ shoulders, they can get on with having fun, interacting with friends and even discovering new hobbies and interests. Learn more about the active lifestyle of Independence Hill Retirement Community and Independence Hill Assisted Living residents. Invite your parents to join you for lunch any day of the week at Independence Hill and they will be welcomed with open arms as they check out the variety of home options available. Call (210) 209-8956 today to schedule your appointment with one of our Lifestyle Specialist. We look forward to meeting you. Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community is located at 20450 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call (210) 209-8956 or visit www.independencehill.com.
Reagan Band Makes Great Strides Submitted By Kelly Lepeska hile many are making and then breaking resolutions in January, Reagan Band is busy continuing its tradition of excellence! As the spring semester began, twentyone students traveled to UT Austin to the TMEA Area contest. As expected, students performed exceptionally well. The following students have earned a place in the TMEA All State Band: Andrew Xiang, Bb Clarinet, Kyle Popovec, Bass Clarinet, (first chair at Area) Kayla Shapiro, Bass Clarinet, Will Pyle, Alto Saxophone, Tristan Torres, Baritone Saxophone, (first chair at Area) and Evan Arnold, Tuba. These students are in the highest tier of band students in the state of Texas. They will attend and play at the TMEA All State Convention at the Henry B. Gonzales Convention center February 12-15, 2014. Well done! Even before the rest of the students returned from winter break, the Reagan Winter Guard began rehearsing and developing their 2014 show. These girls are on fire and are ready to take on the season. Their first contest with the TCGC circuit was Saturday, January
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25 in San Marcos. You can follow their progress as they compete at other TCGC contests this month: February 8 at Leander, March 1 at Bowie, and a WGI contest in San Antonio on March 8. They will conclude their season the weekend of Mar 29-30 at the State Championships. Good luck Winter Guard! After the holidays, students begin a completely new collection of music to perform. Come to the Mid-Winter Concert on February 25 at 7 p.m. in the Reagan High School Auditorium. Admission is free and you will be treated to an evening filled with musical delights. Reagan Band’s success is greatly tied with the support of our great Stone Oak community. The 5th Annual Reagan Band 5K was held on January 25. This year, the event expanded and included a fun run, health checks and a rockin’ after party complete with food trucks and great drawings. Thank you to all of the community businesses who continue to support the Reagan Band in so many ways. Soon, the Reagan Percussion Department will hold its second annual “Perc Up” Fundraiser on Saturday, March 1 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Students in grades K-5 are invited
Tuscany Heights Loves Their Heroes Submitted By Mireille Manzone uscany Heights Elementary recently did something nice for the servicemen and women presently overseas. Juli Campbell, the Community Service Chair of the Tuscany Heights Elementary PTA, recently had the school reach out to Hugs for Heroes, a non-profit organization based in Massachusetts that sends care packages to troops. By the time Tuscany Heights Elementary was done, they had collected 305 pounds of candy and written a whole box of cards! The tasty treats will be included in their upcoming shipments to the heroes in Afghanistan along with the notes, which often are said to be one of the favorite parts of the shipments. The items will be a welcome reminder of home to servicemen and women amid all the hardships they endure on a daily basis. If you have any questions or would like any additional information about Hugs for
to come learn all about the many facets of percussion. Students will have the opportunity to try snares, bass drums, steel drums, orchestral percussion, world percussion, and much more. Parents are invited to attend a mini concert at noon to hear how much their children have learned. The clinic fee of $30 ($35 after February 15) includes a t-shirt, a snack and a spirit stick. For more information, please contact Kelly Lepeska, RRHS BPA President at kalepeska@yahoo.com. Reagan Band is just touching the surface of all of the great things it has in store this semester. Come see what they are all about
TMEA State Finalists left to right: Tristan Torres, Will Pyle, Kyle Popovec, Kayla Shapiro, Andrew Xiang and Evan Arnold.
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Student’s Legacy Lives Through Soccer Special To Welcome Home an’s Foundation was formed in memory of Ian Fincke who passed away tragically at the age of 16 in October 2008 as the result of a traumatic brain injury sustained during a skateboarding accident. The foundation was formed to advance the safety and welfare of San Antonio youth through education and scholarship awards. To date over $20,000 in scholarships has been awarded to deserving San Antonio students. Ian’s Foundation also promotes helmet safety in the San Antonio surrounding area and supports STRAPS (South Texas Regional Adaptive and Paralympic Sports). STRAPS was inspired by Ian’s Foundation as a way to allow anyone in San Antonio with physical disabilities to enjoy the game of soccer. You can read more about the foundation and ways to help at www. IansFoundation.org. Ian’s love for the game of soccer also inspired the creation of the Fincke Cup, an annual soccer match played between Johnson High School and Reagan High School Varsity Boys and Girls Soccer Teams. The school with the highest aggregate score for the night receives the coveted Fincke Cup Trophy and bragging rights for the year. A scholarship is awarded to a boy and girl from each team for a total of four scholarships annually. The annual Fincke Cup Soccer Match will be held on Tuesday, February 18 at the Blossom Athletic Center West Field with the girl’s game starting at 5 p.m. and the boys’ soccer match following at 7 p.m. A soccer clinic for the youth of San
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Reagan High School soccer players work with two youth at the 2013 Fincke Cup Soccer Clinic.
Antonio is the main fundraiser that supports the scholarship awards and allows the local high school players an opportunity to teach soccer skills to the youth of San Antonio. There will also be local soccer club trainers, as well as a presence from the SA Scorpions professional soccer team. The clinic is open to players new to the sport as well as experienced club players. Participants will be grouped according to age/level of play. The 2014 Fincke Cup Soccer Clinic will be Sunday, February 9 from 2-4 p.m. at the Mays YMCA with registration beginning at 1:30 p.m. (a rain date of Sunday, February 16 has been arranged if needed). You can register for the clinic at www.FinckeCup. com. The cost of the clinic is $25 if preregistered and $30 the day of the clinic. The cost includes a two hour clinic as well as a 2014 Fincke Cup T-Shirt. T-Shirt orders also can be placed online at www.FinckeCup. com, and they will also be available for purchase at Soccer City starting Saturday, February 8 as well as at the Soccer Clinic
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Girl Scouts Create Pillows For Homeless Submitted By Risa Weinberger ost people think of Girl Scouts as being an organization for elementary girls. However, the teen Girl Scouts in the Bush Lopez Service Unit proved this myth to be an “urban legend.” Every month, the teen Girl Scouts, (also known as TAGS – Teen Association of Girl Scouts) get together to plan special programs and enjoy each other’s company. In December, the teens met for a holiday party. During this high spirited evening, the girls created special “Postcard Pillows” for the homeless in San Antonio. Each girl brought a travel sized pillow and pillow case and painted a postcard
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Submitted By C. Stier his month Reagan High School’s Fine Arts Department presents, Jekyll and Hyde: The Musical, an elaborate production that combines a spine-tingling thriller with moving musical performances. Based on Robert Louis Stevenson’s novella, the story explores the human capacity for – and struggle with – good and evil. As the title character Dr. Jekyll strives to unlock lifesaving medical discoveries, he unwittingly unleashes his murderous alter ego, Mr. Hyde, onto an unsuspecting public. The show’s powerful vocal numbers include “This is the Moment” and “A New Life.” Each year, the Reagan Fine Arts Departments join together to present a truly outstanding musical theatre production, with Theatre Director Gloria Robinson, Technical Theatre Director James Kaiser, Choir Director Mary Cowart, Assistant Choir Director Christian De La Cruz, and
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Male Menopause, Yes That’s Right
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By Ben Spicer wo local business associations demonstrated their holiday spirit by giving back to local communities this past December. The Stone Oak Business Association as well as its sister association the 10 West Business Association, came together on December 5 at the Knife and Fork Gastropub on Stone Oak Parkway to give gifts to the Toys for Tots drive. Spirits were high as roughly 30 colleagues, coworkers and their Bob Pool, Gabe Becerra and Russell Groomer at the Holiday spouses shared drinks and conversation Mixer. while taking in the holiday season. community with networking opportunities, “Collecting toys made this a worthwhile the free exchange of information and event,” Julia Wickwire, SOBA and 10 mutual support. The organization holds West Business Association organizer said. monthly networking events for companies “Giving back is so important during the to become more involved in the business holidays.” community. By the time the night was done, a SOBA is always looking for new ways full collection box of gifts had been to bring its members together each month accumulated, showcasing the generosity of while providing fun, working opportunities those people in attendance. that will benefit all types of businesses. The two business associations would To find out more about the Stone Oak like to thank the Knife and Fork Gastropub Business Association, the 10 West Business and their staff for their willingness to host Association, or the monthly meetings visit the event. www.stoneoakbusiness.com, e-mail soba@ The Stone Oak Business Association is satx.rr.com or call 210-348-8233. an organization that provides the growing
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Local “Queens” For Children With Disabilities Special To Welcome Home or the past 12 years the Brighton Center has recruited some of the most talented, passionate and tenacious women in San Antonio to run for Queen of the Vine, an annual fundraising campaign that benefits the more than 2,700 children with disabilities or delays that are served by the organization each year. Every year the Brighton Center must raise more than $1,200,000 to maintain its services and the Queen of the Vine campaign is a critical piece in making this happen. Through a six-month campaign, these women work to raise money through a variety of avenues. The one who raises the most funds by the Queen’s Ball, the campaign’s culminating event held in February, is then crowned the 2014 Queen of
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the Vine. As Queen of the Vine, this woman will represent Brighton Center throughout the year but primarily during Fiesta as their official royalty for the organization’s A Taste of the Northside Fiesta event. The Queen of the Vine candidates for the 2014 campaign are: Tiffany Mock Briggs, a wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch and mother of two, ZZ Mylar, a marketing/advertising specialist and mother of six (two of which received services from Brighton), and Natalie Pfeiffer a former Director at Brighton Center and a longtime donor and volunteer and mother of two. Their campaigns kicked off August 1 and they have had an explosive start to their fundraising efforts causing the Brighton Center to enlarge their fundraising goal from $80,000 to $200,000; a milestone this
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year’s candidates will likely meet! Through special events, online donations and participation at the Queen’s Ball, each candidate is working hard to secure donations for the Brighton Center and to be a part of making a difference in the lives of the children with disabilities. The 2014 queen candidates are inspired by the success of last year’s Queen of the Vine Campaign where four candidates collectively raised more than $180,000 for the organization – a record breaking amount for the campaign and the organization. In the closest race to become Queen of the Vine in the campaign’s history, April Ancira came out ahead and was crowned the 2013 Queen of the Vine raising more than $77,000. Close on her heels was Dr. Karen Hasty who raised a little over $76,000 and was crowned Princess of the Vine. You might ask why these women would dedicate six-months of their lives to the Brighton Center and each will tell you a different purpose or reason. “As a larger organization in SA, we want to be a part of creating a better community but typically it’s about writing a check,”
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April Ancira, current Queen of the Vine said. “This was different. Running for Queen gave me an emotional bond to Brighton that I rarely get to have with other events and organizations and it felt GREAT.” This year’s candidates echo the same philosophy about giving back. Natalie Pfeiffer is running because she has “witnessed first-hand the value of inclusion and encouraging others to reach their potential.” Tiffany Briggs is running because if her children needed services, “Brighton center would be their partner in learning what to do.” “We give create to Brighton Center for helping our babies succeed and get the right start in life,” ZZ Mylar said, who is running because her family has benefited directly from the services. Each of these ladies has their own reason for taking on the challenge of the 2014 Queen of the Vine but they all speak to the passion and heart that these women have for children in San Antonio and their personal desire to make a difference in the lives of children.
Student Council At Wilderness Oak
Special To Welcome Home ilderness Oak Elementary’s fifth graders have taken their leadership roles to a new level – by starting the campus’s first student council. Fifth grade students Elijah Kahlenberg and Vishwajit Rao, initiated the idea. Two student representatives were chosen for each fifth grade class. Requirements to be a council member include: showing leadership attributes Wilderness Oak student council members give up recess once a month to at school with positive help make decisions that will shape their school. school behavior, as well as FitzSimon said, sharing in the excitement of exceptional academic standing. The students voluntarily give up recess the new endeavor. The student council is making decisions once a month to meet with Principal Stacia regarding student agendas and their FitzSimon. With her guidance, the student effectiveness with fifth grade demands, council is exploring new ideas for this school year, as well as the next school year. discussing how to use the council members The council is making an effort to leave a as student ambassadors, and finding new positive legacy for future fifth graders at ways to prevent bullying. The new student council is evidence that Wilderness Oak. Wilderness Oak continues to accomplish its “I am thrilled about the students’ willingness to take the initiative to be leaders mission of growing great leaders to make a on our campus in a different capacity,” Mrs. positive difference in the world.
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Army Encourages Local JROTC Submitted By Clifford A. Lopez ive students from Reagan High School and Smithson Valley High School attended the Alamo Chapter of AUSA Membership New Year Kick-Off Luncheon on Friday, January 3. Through the kindness of donations from Alamo AUSA corporate partners, JROTC cadets Cade and Curtis Lopez of Reagan High School and Ryan Alcantara, Vincent Lising and Kevin Ordonez of Smithson Valley High School had the opportunity to listen about real Army issues from two senior leaders of the Army. Gen. John F. Campbell, Vice Chief of Staff of the Army, and Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond Chandler III were keynote speakers. Gen. Campbell addressed the JROTC cadets and encouraged them to stick with the program and to listen to their instructors. He also shared that he was an Air Force JROTC cadet at Fairfield High School adding, “See what’s out there for you.” As the son of an Air Force Senior Master Sergeant, Gen. Campbell resided in San Antonio when his father was stationed at the former Brooks
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Air Base. Upon arriving at the Fort Sam Houston Community Center, the Joint JROTC Cadets students quickly volunteered. Barbara Hagen, Alamo AUSA VP of Programs and Special Events, appreciated the students’ contribution in placing programs and placards on each table for the 300 guests – including the head table with Gen. Campbell, Sergeant Major of the Army Chandler III, Lt. Gen. Perry Wiggins and CSM Hu Rhodes of US Army North, and Mr. Tres Kleberg, CASA to name a few. Attendees also included General James T. Hill; Mr. Carroll Shubert, former SA Councilman; Mr. Romo, Director, Selective Service; Lt. Gen. Mike Ferriter, Commander, US Army Installation Command; Lt. Gen. Patricia Horoho, Surgeon General of the Army; Rear Admiral William Roberts, Commandant, Medical Education Training Campus; and Brig. Gen. Robert LaBrutta, Wing Commander, 502d Air Base Wing. One of the highlights for these Cadets was to receive and usher VIP guests to their tables. At the end of the program, the students had photo opportunities with Lt. Gen.
JROTC cadets from Reagan and Smithson Valley High School got to meet Lt. Gen. Mike Ferriter, Commander, US Army and CSM Jeffery Hartless of Installation Management Command.
Michael Ferriter and CSM Jeffrey Hartless of Installation Management Command, and also with Lt. Gen. (Ret) Stephen Speakes, chapter president. Cadet Curtis Lopez, son of retired Army; Cadet Lising, son of retired Navy; and Cadet Alcantara, son of active duty Navy currently serving at the White House asked Lt. Gen. (Ret) Speakes about admission to West Point and military career choices, and he provided his best candid advice – to be smart, athletic and to visit the Academy to make sure you’re up for the challenge. Overall, it was an awesome experience for these JROTC cadets. ROTC and JROTC are encouraged
to contact Alamo AUSA for opportunity to attend Chapter quarterly membership luncheons. The chapter meets on the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. at Earl Abel’s Restaurant located at 1201 Austin Hwy #175. Alamo AUSA is a chapter of The Association of The United States Army (AUSA), a private, non-profit educational organization that supports America’s Army – active, National Guard, reserve, civilians, retirees and family members. AUSA Chapters worldwide develop programs and activities that provide community support for America’s Army through individual and corporate members.
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Submitted By Catherine Rafajko ineyard Ranch Elementary hosted a Career Day for 3rd, 4th and 5th grade students on Thursday, January 9. Members of the community and parents of the student body were invited to come up and share information about their jobs and what schooling or training was necessary to obtain their positions. The day began with a keynote speaker in the cafeteria. Paige Blend, owner of Trilogy Dance, shared her path to success as a performer and business owner. She also shared the importance of trying new things
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A Lifelong Love By Amanda Burris
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inding the love of your life is not always easy. But for Harry Ferrell, 95, and his wife Thelma, 94, who have been together for 75 years, it seemed like fate. It did not take long for the intertwined couple to fall for one another. After meeting in May, when Thelma had graduated high school, they started dating in June and got married on July 29, 1938. In just the short span of three months, they had fallen in love and committed to a lifetime that would consist of ups and downs, a family, taking adventures and above all, creating a relationship that would be inspiring to so many. “I was with my cousins, there was about three of us, and we went up to this little store up by the naval air station in Corpus,” said Thelma. “I was from Flour Bluff and we were sitting there drinking a coke in the car and Harry drove up. I had never seen him before in my life and didn’t know a thing about him.” Little did both Harry, age 19 at the time, and Thelma, age 18 at the time, know, but their lives would change completely on that day, many years ago. The Ferrells, always joking with one another (especially about their age), regaled their story light heartedly with a smile. “Well, we were dancing and he asked if I could cook or sew,” Thelma joked when asked about how Harry proposed. “He didn’t say he loved me or would you marry me until he found out! So then afterwards he asked me if I would marry him, and I did.” Harry worked for Exxon for 38 years and the Ferrells built a life in Corpus Christi, Texas and Refugio, Texas. After retiring in 1979, the Ferrells spent their time traveling around the United States, with Alaska as their favorite trip in 1992. Living now at Franklin Park Sonterra, the Ferrells continually stay active by working out, joining groups and spending quality time with one another. With happiness as the clear and dominant trait seen in their home, they continued their joking spirit when asked what has kept them together so long, saying it was Thelma’s bossing Harry about. “Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t,” Harry said more seriously. “You know you argue, but you get over it.” The Ferrells have two sons, Michael (Mike) and Billy. Both are married and have children of their own. And both have gotten the opportunity to raise families with their parent’s successful relationship as a guide. “It is a wonderful thing to have a couple like them to look up to,” explained Linda Ferrell, Billy’s wife. “They have set the bar for our family really high and we all aspire to be people that live our lives in a manner that will make them proud.” With children, grandchildren and even great grandchildren it is clear that the love the Ferrells share for one another has spread to their generations of family they have helped raise. “They have experienced the past 90+ years of history,” Billy said. “They now enjoy their success with the family. They are very proud of the whole family, especially the great grandkids.” With family, age and the everyday activities of life that 75 years has brought about, the Ferrells still make spending time together one of their priorities. “They have been together so long, they worry about each other when they are apart,” Billy said. His wife Linda echoed this by saying “Harry and Thelma are a team. It is hard for me to think of one without the other.” During this season of love, it is couples like the Ferrells with their whirlwind romance who are a great example to others. Like everyone else they argue, they laugh, and experience both the good and the bad. But through all of the years together, their love holds strong and thrives.
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ove is in the air and many individuals in the community have their own story to tell. Whether it was how they met, what has kept them together or what they love about their spouse, each story is beautiful and unique. From all of us at Welcome Home Community Newspaper, we would like to wish the following couples that shared their stories and the rest of the community a very happy Valentine’s Day!
Mark & Kathy Clark We met on Tuesday, September 22, 1970 in San Antonio. Our first date was a picnic on Saturday, September 26, 1970. The next several weeks Mark attended a work related training class out of town. We wrote to each other several times a week. During the first week Mark sent flowers to me with a lovely message. This was the start of our beautiful relationship. A trip to the Coast, a night at the movie or an evening at home, it doesn’t matter what we are doing we enjoy being together. We were married on February 26, 1972. This year we will celebrate our 42nd Anniversary. Happy Valentine’s Day Mark, All my love, Kathy.
Tim & Bridgett Dunlap The love of my life is my high school sweetheart, Tim. I met him when I was only 15 and we were both sophomores in high school. When we graduated from high school, we got married. Tim joined the military and we moved to Florida where Tim went to Desert Storm for almost a year. After Hurricane Andrew, we moved to Washington State where we had our first son, Cody. Although we were so young, we were very much in love. For those that said it would never last, we just celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary and are still going strong. We have three wonderful boys whom we both adore. Tim works in IT at USAA (my computer nerd) and I am a teacher at Hardy Oak Elementary. We have definitely had some rough patches along the way, but I can’t imagine my life without him. He is my best friend and my forever love!
Levi & Veronica Kereti It was the summer after college that I arrived in the Philippines. I was a young girl with fresh hopes of teaching English and experiencing life outside of America. My goal was to commit one year of my life to serving, but little did I know that my heart would bring me back for another. In between my transition from year one to year two, Levi, a native New Zealander, arrived at the same campus I had been living to pursue his Master’s degree. While completing his student work hours in the admin. office, he came across my file. Immediately, he was drawn in and amazed that a 22-year-old American girl had just completed a year of study and teaching at an international school. After hearing that I had fulfilled my year and returned home, he prayed, “God if you could bring this girl across my life… that’s the one for me.” Meanwhile, my flight was booked and I was ready to head back to Asia. Our paths crossed one month later. We connected instantly with our corresponding love for education, culture, and God. We fell in love, and the rest is history. Never did we intend to find a soul mate, especially so far from “home,” but God had other plans. Levi and I, along with our two sons, will celebrate our 8th wedding anniversary this year. When life clouds our focus, we hold tight to our remarkable story, and are reminded of our special journey when our two roads fused into one. What God brought together, no man can separate.
Mike & Kelly Lepeska I met Mike in November of 1989 when our college church choir was touring the Chicago suburbs. He had graduated, but was still friends with many of those still in the choir. I was immediately taken with him, but never expected anything. He lived three and a half hours away. He visited the campus a few more times that year. In the early summer, my best friend told me to come with her to a choir get together at Mike’s family home in Wisconsin. After quite a bit of convincing on her part for me to go, I asked my parents. I never expected them to say, “yes.” We spent much of the evening talking about everything and nothing. A few days later he called and asked me out. The night of our first date, as I had four different outfits strewn across my bed, he called and let me know what he was wearing, in case I needed help. This guy has no idea how much he gets me! Being that I was still in college, and Mike was just out, we did not have a lot of money. So, we spent time talking, sharing our hopes and dreams, singing and playing the guitar-- just being together. We were married a year and a day later. On Mike’s way down to the wedding, the car caught on fire. He arrived at the church within 10 minutes of my walking down the aisle. I had no idea this was happening, and all of our loved ones went through pain staking efforts to assure that I would not know until later. Though many joked that Mike should have taken that as a sign to stay away—he said it was more of a sign to remind him of what is important, and that was to marry me. Anything can happen. In 22 ½ years of marriage, we have had four wonderful sons, lived in three different states, six different careers, had 11 different addresses, lived on opposite sleeping schedules, and lived through a deployment. Anytime we feel we are getting a little overwhelmed with whatever life is throwing at us, we take a moment to think about what is important. Love. That’s it. Happy Valentine’s Day to my forever friend, my partner in crime, my soul mate.
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Rattlers Score A New Coach By Amanda Burris here is a sport known for its elegant footwork, unique maneuvers, competitiveness and its dedicated fans that is continuously growing and attracting attention: soccer. This year at Ronald Reagan High School, a new boy’s soccer coach, Lee Crisp, will lead a talented group of boys into a season they all have been working hard to for. “The bar has been set high for coaching here,” Crisp said, “and it will be a welcome challenge to maintain the level of performance from the players that has become a standard at Reagan High School.” Originally, Crisp began his teaching career at MacArthur High School where he was offered positions as the head boy’s soccer coach and coaching the defensive line in football. Since then, he has coached and taught at Southwest High School and Lee High School until he accepted the coaching position at Reagan last spring. During this past fall, soccer’s off-season, Crisp has been preparing the Reagan soccer players by having them do a mix of conditioning, strength training and tactical preparation. “I have high expectations for the Reagan boys this year,” said Crisp. “To be honest, this is the most talented team that I’ve had the privilege to be a part of. With the talent that each of these young men bring to the program, the challenge for me is to make sure that the team has a unified goal and a sense of cohesion.” Although the right amount of talent and work ethic is essential, Crisp believes
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that the ability to play together as a team rather than just as an individual will make the difference between having a good season and a great season. He also stresses to the boys that if they truly want something bad enough, Lee Crisp. they can’t make excuses, but must be dedicated to achieve their goal. While Crisp has the experience, drive and knowledge as a soccer coach at Reagan, he also wants the best for his players off the field. “When the games are all over, and there is no more practice, life continues on,” he said. “If, as a student, a player has failed to live up to their potential, the open doors to opportunities later on in life are fewer. If these young men can learn to be successful in the classroom as well as on the field, the opportunities for them later on in life will be far greater than if they just skate by in the classroom.” Though Crisp has shoes to fill in his new position, he has shown that he is skilled in what he does and continually aims to be a servant of others in his life, a quality he feels is important as a leader to others. “If it wasn’t for the players on my team, I would have no purpose, and in order for me to be successful, I have to help them to reach their potential,” Crisp said. “I sincerely hope that I am effectively living out this ideal for others to witness, and I hope that my players
Lopez Artists Recognized
Special To Welcome Home ongratulations to the recognized artists from Lopez Middle School. Artists from Mrs. Volz’s art classes participated in the Regional Scholastic Art Competition held this past December. Lopez had a number of winners. Gold Key Winners: Brianna Galan, Rachel Li, Catalina Pozos, JamieVolz. Silver Key Winners: Rachel Li, Haley Montz, Katherine Wolfe, Alejandro Zambrano Globo Rojo. Honorable Mention: Sandra Cherucheril, Christina Cupero, Giana Gonzales, Maria Gu, Artists from Lopez Middle School participated in the Regional Katlyn Powell, Adrienne Thomas. Student work will be on display scholastic Art Competition. at the Say Si Gallery. The exhibition will be up from January 24 – February 15. Gallery hours are Monday – Thursday 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday – Saturday 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. In addition to being honored with an exhibition and ceremony at Say Si, Gold Key works are entered into a national judging. In New York City, panels of nationally renowned artists, art professionals and arts educators review Gold Key works from across the country. Good luck to all the artists whose work has moved to the next level.
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Home Care Assistance: Changing The Way The World Ages Y By Amanda Burris
our home is where countless memories have been made and continue to be cherished. It may be where your family has grown up, so they still know the route by heart to come visit. Each photo on the wall, piece of furniture you own and even the bumps and cracks all help document the time you have spent there. So when your age has taken a toll on your independence and you are faced with life-altering decisions, it is reassuring to know that Home Care Assistance is a company dedicated to providing the care you need in that special place you call home. “We provide the assistance you need to exist in your home by yourself without having to go to an assisted living facility,” said Donald Scott, the General Manager of the San Antonio office. “[Clients] get to stay in their home and enjoy their life with their comfortable surroundings and memories they have accumulated over the years.” Developed by individuals who personally understand the need for excellent caregivers for their loved ones, Home Care Assistance has now become one of the leading providers of non-medical, in-home senior care. Through a positive, balanced and educated approach, Home Care Assistance provides you or your loved ones with knowledgeable care. Allowing someone to come into your home to assist you with day-to-day tasks is one that you or your family should feel confident about. Home Care Assistance employs the most qualified caregivers who are best suited to assist clients based on their needs and preferences. “Our family has been very pleased with the service provided to us by Home Care Assistance,” said a family of a San Antonio client who is seen two days a week by a caregiver. “We had a lovely and caring person who not only provided services like light house keeping and meal preparation, but was also a much needed listener and companion.” Becoming a caregiver for Home Care Assistance is a well-developed process. The company must first approve each potential caregiver, and then they are thoroughly educated in senior care. “They have to have two years of experience, we run three background checks and we provide additional training,” Scott said. The founders of the company all have PhDs and have written six books on Senior Care. Along with the printed educational material provided, Home Care Assistance University was developed for additional online training for caregivers to enhance their client-care skills.
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Caregivers provide live-in care or hourly care through Home Care Assistance. Caregiver services include, but are not limited to: • Cooking and light housekeeping • Laundry and changing of bed linens • Grocery shopping and errands • Companionship and a range of motion exercises • Bathing, dressing and grooming assistance • Transportation to doctors’ appointments, errands and activities • Assisting with walking and transferring from bed to wheelchair • Status reporting to family • Medication reminders Caregivers are employees of Home Care Assistance and are supervised by a team of care and staffing managers. This means the company takes care of the caregivers’ social security, taxes, workers’ compensation and insurance. If a caregiver is ever sick or unable to make it to a home to assist, Home Care Assistance can provide a replacement. While many get caregivers to assist in their homes, many are also needed to provide care for clients who are already living in assisted living facilities. “In such a short period of time [our mother] went from independent living to needing 24 hour care,” said the family of a full time client who lived in an assisted living facility. “When my sister and I could not be with her, [Home Care Assistance] stepped in and not only took care of her needs, but became her friend.” Finding the right caregiver for yourself or a loved one is not as simple as merely picking someone who is qualified. A caregiver should be someone who you trust in your home, to become your friend and help you with everything needed to be done so that you or a family member is happy and more independent. To get paired with the right caregiver, we do an in home assessment with a care manager who will inquire about care needs, schedule, mobility issues and relevant personal information. The care manager will work to recommend a caregiver they feel will provide the best care for the client’s situation. Once a caregiver is chosen, she will be introduced by a member of the management team of Home Care Assistance. Caregivers never show up alone on the first visit to a client’s home.
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No care situation is ever the same and Home Care Assistance understands this when helping to tailor the best care plan for each client. If the client is ever unhappy or unsure about something, Home Care Assistance is happy to answer any questions or make adjustments. For family members who want to check in with a loved one but may be limited on time or are not in town, the staff will conduct online memos and notes, updates and conversations on a regular basis. In the past year, the Home Care Assistance San Antonio office has continued to grow, reaching out to more individuals to help make their lives more independent. Donald Scott and his family members all help to run the local office and are dedicated to helping families and individuals feel more at ease with the knowledge that Home Care Assistance will provide excellent care, thorough service and a possible new source of friendship. Home Care Assistance is continually growing and touching the lives of more individuals. Though growing older in unavoidable, it doesn’t mean you must give up the things that you love and cherish. Home Care Assistance is there for assistance with day-to-day needs, ultimately changing the way the world ages.
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Reagan Spirit’s Start Of New Year Submitted By Janice Hampey he Reagan cheerleaders have been hard at work getting ready for their competition season and it looks as though all their hard work is certainly paying off! At the recent Cheer Star Spirit of Giving Competition on November 17 the Small JV team placed third and the Large Varsity team placed first. At the UCA Southwest Regional Competition on November 24 the small JV team placed first and the large varsity team placed third. Both teams received a bid to Nationals in Orlando, Florida which will take place on February 8 – 9. Recently they had been preparing for their State competition on January 19 at Texas State University in San Marcos. In addition to all their competitions the varsity team was selected to cheer at the Army
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All-American Football Game on January 4. The girls did an amazing job cheering on the sidelines. Reagan supporters wish them the best of luck on their upcoming competitions and congratulations on a great job at the last two! The cheerleaders also showed their Reagan pride by marching in the 2013 Winter Celebration parade. The drill and dance team seniors performed and entertained the crowd with two fun and energetic routines. The Silver Stars Drill Team Varsity Cheerleaders performed on the sidelines at the Army All-American and Diamond Dancer Dance Football Game on January 4. Teams are also busy getting going to Orlando, Florida to compete at ready for their upcoming competition Nationals on February 1 – 2. The Silver Stars season. A group of varsity dancers will be and Diamond Dancers will be competing at
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he Stone Oak Business Association will once again award $1,000 scholarships to Reagan and Johnson High School students graduating in May 2014. Selection is based on grade point average, letters of recommendation and school and/or community activities during high school. Scholarships will be paid (in the student’s name) to the college or university attended. Please note the following criteria: Student must be a graduate of Ronald Reagan High School or Claudia Taylor
“Lady Bird” Johnson High School Full-time enrollment (12 hours or more) at an accredited college or university Copy of application for admissions to school of choice Incoming college freshman who maintained a “B” average throughout high school verified by high school transcript (may be unofficial) Completed SOBA scholarship application (www.stoneoakbusiness.com) Two letters of recommendation from individuals with direct knowledge of your
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abilities and potential Applicants must also write two onepage (300-word minimum) essays on the following topics: If you were given $10,000 to better you community, what would you do and why? What one event or person has influenced you the most during your four years of high school? How will this influence the decisions you make as you head off to college? On a separate sheet, list your high school involvement in the following areas (during grades 9-12): Community Activities Clubs Athletics Student Government Other Organizations Be specific about the length of time
Diamond Dancers and Silver Star Senior Dancers performed at the 2013 Winter Celebration with two fun and energetic routines.
three other competitions – the American Dance and Drill (Feb. 15), Showmakers (Feb. 22) and MA Dance (March 1). Best Wishes and Good Luck Ladies! Reagan knows the spirit groups will make the school proud!
you were involved and what role you played. Please give the complete name of the organization rather than acronyms. In addition, list any honors or awards you received during high school. Send your completed application with attachments (letters of recommendation, school involvement, etc.) to: Stone Oak Business Association, 20770 Hwy 281 N., Ste 108149, San Antonio, TX 78258. The application can be downloaded in PDF form at www.stoneoakbusiness.com. It is located on the home page on the top right hand side. Applications and materials must be postmarked by March 31, 2014 to be considered for the 2013-2014 school year. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For more information, please call 210-348-8233.
Bush MS Quiz Bowl Champs Submitted By Debra Guest ush Middle School recently competed in their 2nd middle school Quiz Bowl Event, held December 7 at Reagan High School. The winning team consisted of 8th graders Julian Galaz, Ethan Guimbarda, Faarzan Kaiyom, and 7th grader Daniel Huantes. Julian Galaz was the middle school event’s leading scorer as his Bush team went 9-0. Bush erased an early deficit in the final round, pulling out a 240-230 victory over Rawlinson Middle School. Every other Bush victory was by at least 200 points. The Quiz Bowl consists of rounds of 20 questions open to any of the four players from each team. The first player to buzz in with a correct answer earns that player’s team 15 or 10 points, depending on how soon the question is correctly answered. Additionally, the player earns his team the opportunity to answer a series of three bonus questions worth 10 points each. The questions cover a wide range of topics, including science, the arts, history and computational math. The first ever middle school meet was held on September 28. The Bush Middle School team won the first San Antonio Middle School Quiz Bowl Competition and dominated the field of 10 San Antonio teams. It was the first ever quiz bowl event
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Bush Middle School was Quiz Bowl Champs following their 240-230 victory over Rawlinson Middle School.
hosted by the Texas Quiz Bowl Alliance. The Texas Quiz Bowl Alliance hosts a number of middle and high school tournaments across the state as well as a state championship in May. They also hold practice events for college teams as they prepare for national competitions. If the events follow the National Academic Quiz Tournament guidelines teams can qualify for the National Middle School or High School tournament. Thank you to the boys for their time and commitment to the Bush Middle School Quiz Bowl Team. A special thank you to Mr. Huantes and Mr. Kaiyom for their help at the meets and to Sai Annaluru and Canzhi Ye from Reagan High School for their help in the team practices. Keep up the great work!
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Allergy, Asthma, Immunology & Rheumatology Kristin Bussey-Smith M.D. Board Certified in Allergy & Immunology 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 495-4335 • aairmd.com
Reshmey Medical Clinic David K. Tharakan, M.D. 57 Family Practice • see map pg. 19 1202 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 301 828-2311 • www.reshmeymedclinic.com
Stone Oak Allergy & Asthma Amanda Trott-Gregorio, MD Board Certified in Allergy/Immunology 155 Sonterra Blvd., Suite 101 494-0690 • stoneoakallergy.com
Stone Oak Family Doctors, P.A. John N. Phillips, M.D. and Medical Staff 700 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 202 33 496-7999 • see map pg. 19 www.sofdpa.com
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Anti-Aging Enhancement of Life Dr. Donna Becker, D.O. 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601 545-5224 • www.antiagingsa.com Expert Hormone Replacement for Women & Men Wellness & Aesthetics Medical Center Vernon F. Williams, M.D., 495-8558 19016 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 240 www.twaamc.com, www.measureage.com www.edinstituteoftx.com • see map pg. 19
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Dr. Golab’s Chiropractic Wellness, P.A. Michael R. Golab, D.C. 1205 N. FM 1604 W., Suite 211 4 764-8888 • see map pg. 19
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San Antonio Gastroenterology Associates J. Johnson, MD, Eddie Flores, MD. M Lindner, M.D., J. Bullock, MD 150 East Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100 36 545-2555 • see map pg. 19 www.sagastro.com Texas Institute of Gastroenterology S. Dar, MD, J. Theard, MD, M. Naeem, MD, D. Sharma 19226 Stone Hue 268-0100 • www.thedaoaks.com
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Ear, Nose & Throat Adult/Ped. Advanced Sinus Clinic Anthony P. Sertich, II, M.D., F.A.C.S. 502 Madison Oak, Suite 346 37 614-8625 • see map pg. 19 www.sertichmd.com Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic of SA Talley•Spears•Desai•Gleinser•Henderson, M.Ds 150 E Sonterra Blvd., Suite 200 36 499-4589 • see map pg. 19 www.entclinicsofsa.com
Ear Specialist Ear Institute of Texas Lance E. Jackson, MD, FACS 525 Oak Centre, Suite 100 696-HEAR (4327) www.EarInstituteofTexas.com
Family Dentistry Smile Source® Dr. Cheryl E. Hubble & Dr. Kaci L. Tibbetts 2950 Thousand Oaks Dr., Suite. 16 496-5422 • see map pg. 19 64 www.cherylhubbledds.com
North Central Baptist Hospital Baptist Regional Children’s Center 520 Madison Oak Dr. 297-4000 • see map pg. 19 Baptisthealthsystem.com
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Neurosurgery Neurosurgical Associates of S. A., P.A. Donald L. Hilton MD., Arnold B. Vardiman MD. Donald P. Atkins MD. 18626 Hardy Oak Blvd., Suite 240 477-1956 • www.neurosurgerysa.com
Obstetrics Gynecology
Serrano OB/GYN Christopher Serrano, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. 20726 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 545-7700 www.serrano-obgyn.com
Ophthalmologist Lynnell C. Lowry, M.D. Alamo Eye Institute Board Certified Ophthalmologist 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 119 697-3821 • see map pg. 19
Dr. John M. Nevelow, O.D., F.A.A.O. Erin M. Nevelow, O.D. 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 120 349-2437 “Discoveries Thru Vision” Texas State Optical Renee Dunlap, O.D. 21019 U.S. Hwy. 281 N., Ste. 832 490-EYES (3937) • see map pg. 19 www.stoneoak.tso.com
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San Antonio Eye Center Abrams, Erdmancyzk, Hahn, Harris, Nicolau, Ming-Zhao, Stephenson, Roberts 14807 San Pedro 226-6169 • www.saeye.com
Britton and Ferris Orthodontics Bloyce H. Britton III., DDS, • MS Tyler W. Ferris, DDS, • MS 1130 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100 497-6688 • see map pg. 19
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Hill Country Pain C. William (Bill) Murphy, M.D., Justin J. Vigil, M.D. J. Kaleb Shaw, M.D., Nancy Burgher, PA-C. 14800 San Pedro, Suite 202 582-6600 www.hillcountrypain.com Tricity Pain Associates P.A. U. Dar, MD, S. Vasireddy MD, R. Alvarado, MD, K. Monis MD. 110 Stone Oak Loop 268-0129 www.sapaindoc.com, www.tricitypaindoc.com
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Tejas Pediatrics Dr Bauer, Dr Beatty, Dr. Henigan 20642 Stone Oak Pkwy. 479-3000 www.tejaspediatricssa.com
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Stone Oak Pharmacy Specialty Compounding & Delivery Retail Pharmacy Services & DME 18866 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 494-4272 • see map pg. 19
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Healthlink Outpatient Rehab Center 525 Oak Centre, Suite 450 297-4525 • see map pg. 19 www.healthlinksa.com
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Physical Rehabilitation Institute Dr. Bussey • D. Harrington G. Molina • S. Bussey 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 107 545-9355 (well) • see map pg. 19 www.myPRI.net
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Alamo Family Foot & Ankle Care D.M. Chaney • W. Strash • R. Perez, DPM’s 57 1314 E. Sonterra Blvd., Bldg. 3, Suite 302 829-8770 (by Clock Tower) • see map pg. 19 www.podlink.com
Radiology
South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers North Central Imaging Center 155 E. Sonterra Blvd., Suite 100 31 617-9000 • see map pg. 19 www.stric.com Stone Oak General Surgery George Tuchsen M.D. 540 Madison Oak, Suite 220 494-7979 www.stoneoakgs.com
Urgent Care
Fossil Creek Urgent Care Clinic 22250 Bulverde Rd. (Corner of Evans Rd.) 401-8185 • www.fossilcreekurgentcare.com Open Late and Weekends Family and Pediatric Medicine Stone Oak Urgent Care & Family Practice 115 Gallery Circle, Suite 102 481-6060 • www.soucfp.com Family Practice, Open 7 Days
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Huebner Pediatrics Dr. Michelle Storandt • Dr. Adelnery Gonzalez 15714 Huebner Rd., Bldg. 3 447-3000 www.huebnerpediatrics.com
Little Teeth of Texas Shawna Gerling, D.D.S. 21714 Hardy Oak Blvd., Suite 102 497-8787 • see map pg. 19 www.littleteethoftexas.com
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Schatz Orthodontics Eric Schatz, DDS 22610 U.S. Highway 281, Suite 201 272-7129 • www.alohasmiles.net
A thru Z Pediatrics Meena Chintapaui, MDFAAP, CEO 1314 Sonterra Blvd., Suite 102 490-8888 • see map pg. 19 www.a-zpeds.com
Stone Oak Pediatric Dentistry “Susie” S. Hayden, DDS, P.A. 20322 Huebner Rd., Suite 103 491-4141 • see map pg. 19 www.drsusie.net
Kelly J. Smith, MD 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 615-3700 www.pedipulm.com
Orthodontics For Adults/Children
Gastroenterology
Chiropractor
San Antonio Dermatology Board Certified in Dermatology 19222 Stone Hue, Suite 103 497-1475 • see map pg. 19 www.lindacoffeymd.com
Texas Fertility Center Summer L. James, M.D. 502 Madison Oak Dr., Suite 230 370-3800 www.fertilitysanantonio.com
Dr. Monica Allison, O.D. 19202 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite. 106, see map pg. 19 495-9020 • www.visionsource-stoneoak.com Stone Oak Vision Source 12
San Antonio Weight Loss Center Jorge L. Rincon, MD FACS 1162 E Sonterra Blvd., Suite 210 587-7744 www.saweightlosscenter.com
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Understanding Your Benefits for Eye Care
By Monica Allison, O.D. Stone Oak Vision Source (210) 495-9020 he eye is a complex part of our body and maybe that’s why our insurance to cover the eye can be complex at times. There are two different insurances that “cover” the eye. The first is vision insurance and this covers routine exams. The second is your major medical carrier- and this covers eyes with a medical complaint, but sometimes can have a routine benefit too! The important thing to know is that vision plans only cover routine visits. At Stone Oak Vision Source, we are credentialed for both vision plans and medical plans.
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If you think you may need glasses because you are experiencing blurred vision, or you are currently a glasses or contact lens wearer and want to update your prescriptions, you should use your vision plan. If you are not having any eye problem and just want a routine checkup, this is also the insurance for you. Not everyone has a vision plan. We can check to see if you have one as they are usually attached to your major medical carrier. They usually have a copay for the exam portion and an allowance to go towards hardware (eyeglasses or contact lenses). Every plan is different and some offer discounts but some pay a significant amount towards your eyeglass or contact lens purchase.
Stone Oak Elementary Selected Special To Welcome Home he Stone Oak Elementary Lighthouse Team, along with Principal Kristen Ray, were selected to present for the 2014 Leader in Me Symposium on January 23 and 24. The goal of this symposium is to offer other schools who are interested in improving the face of education for their students, a firsthand experience with a Lighthouse School who has already implemented the process and seen positive results. Stone Oak was proud to be offered the opportunity to showcase their student leaders as well as encourage these schools to implement the heavy-leadership based initiative. For the third year running, the campus will open the doors for a “site-visit” where inspired educators and staff will see Bobcat students share their leadership mind-set with public speaking, talent presentations
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and breakout sessions. This will give attendees the opportunity to see how leadership infuses the school environment and curriculum – and its powerful impact on creating future leaders. Sooner Football Players Visit On January 8, Bobcats received an exciting visit from two former Bobcat stars, Trevor and Connor Knight. The twin brothers attended Stone Oak Elementary before going on to play football for the University of Oklahoma. Recently, Trevor was awarded the Allstate Sugar Bowl MVP for leading the Sooners to victory against a heavily favored Alabama team. Needless to say, students from their former alma mater along with their mother, Tricia Knight, (who also teaches first grade at Stone Oak) proudly welcomed them back. Students were elated to have Trevor and Connor sign autographs and answer
The next kind of insurance is your major medical. As previously mentioned, your medical insurance might cover routine eye exams too. Some plans even have allowances for hardware as well. Most likely though, the medical plan covers eyes with a medical complaint. This means if you get something in your eye and need help getting the foreign body out, if you get pink eye, or if you have any eye condition that is not routine, your medical insurance covers this. Our staff will be happy to help you determine which will give you the best coverage for the exam you receive. If both policies have allowances for hardware, you could use one for contacts and one for glasses or consider getting a prescription sunglass with one. You definitely want to maximize your benefits- you’ve earned them. At Stone Oak Vision Source we want to be your personal benefits advisor when it comes to your eyes. Remember, we do treat
questions. The Bobcat television crew filmed the twins for the school-wide daily broadcasted television announcements, with Jimmy Burke leading the interview. “After watching the Sugar Bowl, I was just wishing for a way to have the Knights on the morning announcements,” said Ms. Martilla, the Stone Oak librarian who manages the crew. “And two days later, I get a text from our counselor, Mrs. Mokate, saying that Jimmy Burke has arranged for the brothers to be on our show. I couldn’t believe it! I am so proud of Jimmy for having the courage and taking the initiative to ask Trevor and Connor for an interview. He definitely demonstrated his leadership in the sports reporting arena.” Jimmy aspires to be a sports reporter one day, and he is certainly well on his way to accomplishing his goal. Community Newspaper Welcome Home attended, as well as local news television station Channel
Storytime Is Alive At Tuscany Heights Submitted By Sue Kuentz uscany Heights Elementary has 30 enthusiastic 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders who attend a workshop twice a month to hone their skills at telling stories in front of anxious listeners of all ages. This year, the group has used iPads to create digital stories and to listen to their own voices and reflect on how they can improve the speed and tone – to create both the mood and setting. There are many apps available that lend toward developing their own stories outside the ones in books. This is a very exciting addition to the club! The group already has had two wonderful
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opportunities to share their tales. On October 8, two of the seasoned 4th graders, Sophia LaBeau and Avery Neale, met on the 3rd floor of our downtown Chile Pepper Main Library to assist in the “Beginning a Storytelling Club in the Library” workshop. Both shared their favorite tales with the eager librarians and were treated with great approval from all. It’s so much easier to convince adults how important storytelling is to every child when the children are actually there to answer questions and model what they have learned. A huge thank you goes out to the parents
of these children who took the time and gas to make this opportunity happen for their children. A thank you goes to Mrs. Bailey and Mr. Rafajko for supporting this day and also to the teachers of these students who allowed them to leave a bit early to get downtown in time. On Sunday, October 29, Guadalupe State Park had their annual “Halloween in the Park” at their amphitheater. They weren’t quite themselves that night – Grim Reaper, Witch, and a zombie – scary stuff. They were perfectly dressed to tell spooky tales to the young and middle aged kids who all shuffled in every 10
Reagan PAL Awarded Mentor Award
Special To Welcome Home entor” according to the Webster dictionary, is someone who teaches or gives help and advice to a less experienced and often younger person. When one thinks of mentors, typically, most have in mind an adult working with a child. For example, an adult male working in the Big Brother program, a coach, or perhaps a teacher. But for many students at Northeast Independent School District elementary schools, when they talk about
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their mentor, they speak of a high school student that is in PALS, not an adult, which in some way has helped in their life. PALS is an acronym for Peer Assistance, Leadership, and Service. On January 10, Samir Wadhwania, a Ronald Reagan High School PALS member, was awarded the Outstanding High School Student Mentor Award presented at the San Antonio Mentoring Forum (SAMF) annual mentor recognition luncheon. The luncheon was a part of the 2014 Texas Summit for Mentoring coordinated by the UTSA office
of P-20 Initiatives and the San Antonio Mentoring Forum. Suellen Foxhall and Jennifer Esparza, Reagan PALS advisors, submitted Samir for the award. But it was what Joey, at student at Las Lomas Elementary, said about Samir that secured the award for Samir. “My pal Samir is the nicest person I’ve met. He would always be nice to me, give me mentor talks about my work and would love to play anything I wanted to. He is really awesome. Once I got in trouble and humiliated my school so he thought I should
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eye emergencies and can file these with your insurance. If you don’t have insurance, we have many other forms of payment we accept. All of the doctors at Stone Oak Vision Source are certified to treat and manage eye disease. If you are experiencing any eye concerns, we provide comprehensive eye care for the whole family. Drs. Monica Allison and Lindsey Denison practice at Stone Oak Vision Source located at 19202 Stone Oak Pkwy, Ste. 106. All of the doctors are members of Vision Source, the nation’s number one network of private practice optometrists. Founded in 1991, the Vision Source network includes more than 2,100 offices in all 50 states and Canada. If you or a loved one needs to find a family eye doctor, please call (210) 495-9020 or visit www. visionsource-stoneoak.com.
University of Oklahoma football players Trevor and Connor Knight returned to Stone Oak Elementary to be on their morning announcements and answer questions.
4 WOAI, who was on hand to broadcast the event for the nightly news. Stone Oak Elementary would like to thank Jimmy, Trevor, and Connor for an exciting first week back after the holiday and wishes you the best for 2014!
minutes or so before the trick or treating took place down the winding park trail. The three Tuscany tellers were amazing and the audience loved each one of them. Thank you to Cara Cervenka and her family, Gabby Alvarado and her family, and Avery Neale and her family! Boo! Don’t forget to register for the 4th annual Run for the Heights 5K, kids’ Fun Run and Health Fair, scheduled for Sat. Feb 22. Events begin at 8 a.m. Go to www. runfortheheights.tuscanyheightspta.org for more details.
make a card for the school and the college we went to visit. For my Mom’s birthday he helped me make a card and it looked really cool. He is the best friend ever.” Samir received a trophy at the presentation. But the knowledge that he helped make one young person’s life a little better was sufficient. We would all like to hope that one person in our lives might say something similar. If this were fact and not hope perhaps it would be a better world.
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Toy Pick-up A Huge Success By Ben Spicer
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ack in 2012 Winter Celebration, presented by Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving, collected 85 percent of the toys for the Toys for Tots program in San Antonio, collecting over 7,000 toys for local children. Bigger things were expected in 2013 and with the help of everyone in the community, both Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving delivered. Toys for Tots is a nationwide organization headed by the United States Marine Corps that is aimed to change the lives of local children by keeping their spirits intact. The mission of the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program is to collect new, unwrapped toys during the months of October, November and December each year and distribute those toys as Christmas gifts to the less fortunate in the community. This year, 11 local schools participated in the event. Johnson High School accumulated an astonishing 872 unopened toys, good for most in the contest. Senior Christina Werckle, Student Council Secretary at Johnson, upon reflection said she was surprised to see how many students got involved. “Every month we try to do something to give back to our community and school, so November we started planning and advertising,” Werckle said. “We had lots of organizations leading it – we got PALS, student council, all the spirit – dance & cheer, and we got the teachers involved making it a classroom contest. We really got the whole school and clubs in on it.” Junior Rachel Gaeolik, Johnson student council president said it became apparent quickly the school was onto something huge. “We noticed it was getting big when we started picking up the toys from the classrooms,” Gaeolik said. “We hadn’t had a goal set. But next year we’re gonna try to get at least a 100 more. We want to step it up.” As a result, Johnson was the recipient of the grand prize, a gift of $500 presented by Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union, as well as a trophy. Johnson will be allowed to hold onto the trophy for a full year until the next Toys for Tots challenge, where they will have to win it again, or give it up to the 2014 winners.
“Since it’s for Toys for Tots, it’s really meaningful,” junior Emily Ross, Johnson student council historian said. “Not all kids get toys every Christmas. When you bring in a couple toys it’s barely anything to you, but you make that kid’s Christmas… you don’t realize how much that could mean to someone else.” Congrats to both the students and the faculty at Johnson on their outstanding work. In another interesting note, Vineyard Ranch Elementary and Wilderness Oak Elementary tallied 258 and 256 toys respectfully. The two schools were in competition with one another to see who amongst themselves could have the higher total. Well it looks like Wilderness Oak will have to wait a year to exact revenge on their friendly competitor. Welcome Home Community Newspaper, the United States Marines, and Living Through Giving would like to thank to the following schools who contributed to Toys for Tots this year: • • • • • • • • • • •
Indian Springs Elementary Rahe Elementary Monroe May Elementary Brandeis High School Vineyard Ranch Elementary Hardy Oak Elementary Wilderness Oak Elementary Bush Middle School Tuscany Heights Elementary Johnson High School Stone Oak Elementary
Wilderness Oak Elementary Grade level representatives for the Toys for Tots pick up. Kinder: Bryce Folsom; First: Johnny Flores; Second: Aidan Richard; Third: Gianna Ayon, Fourth: Alexis Ponseti, Fifth: Allison Sandoval.
Elementary students assisted Marines with the loading of toys into the military vehicle.
Thank you to the 2014 Winter Celebration prize donators: •• Broadway Bank •• Camp Gladiator •• Candlewood Suites •• Diane Belcher •• Drury Hotels •• DutchBoy Cleaners •• The Egg & I •• Fred Astair Dance Co. •• Holiday Inn •• Home Woods Suites •• Hyatt Place North Stone Oak •• JW Marriott •• Marriott North Stone Oak at Legacy •• Mays & Thousand Oaks YMCA •• Nothing Bunt Cakes •• Oak Haven Massage •• Residence Inn North Stone Oak •• Santikos •• 2 Bros BBQ
Thank you to the 2014 Winter Celebration Volunteers:
Johnson was the recipient of the grand prize, a gift of $500 presented by Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union, as well as a trophy.
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•• Broadway Bank •• Diane Neuenschwander Schofield •• Empire Enterprise •• Fit Community •• JJ Rodriguez •• Kathy Masterson •• North Central Baptist •• Patty Labarbara •• Reagan High School HOSA •• Reagan High School Leo Club •• Reagan High School students •• Rick Carter •• Todd Bufalino •• Winston Churchill High School Students February 2014 • Welcome Home • 78258
Grand Prize Winner Amazed By Win By Ben Spicer
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n December 14, Welcome Home Community Newspaper and the non-profit Living Through Giving teamed up to host the 10th annual Winter Celebration, a community event filled with fun games, activities, and vendors. More than 10 thousand people attended the event, taking in the festive atmosphere while contributing to a worthy cause. For one lucky guest, Linda Wickwire, by attending it changed her life for the better. As part of the day’s activities, many guests donated an unwrapped toy and took part in a scavenger hunt on the grounds; those participating had the opportunity to win amazing prizes during the end of the day’s grand prize raffle drawing. The process for the scavenger hunt was simple: go to as many vendors on the grounds as possible, and get a card stamped to prove you had visited. Each stamp equaled 1 general prize drawing ticket and every 15 stamps equaled one Grand Prize drawing ticket. When Linda Wickwire arrived, she donated two toys for the Toys for Tots drive―one a toy Hot Wheels carwash, the other a doll sitting in a high chair. She began collecting stamps around 10:30 a.m. Despite the difficulty of getting from vendor to vendor, (she had her grandson with her who was more interested in playing) she managed to accumulate 30 stamps for two grand prize drawing tickets. “It was very well organized and laid out so that it was very easy to go from table to table,” Linda Wickwire said. By the time she was done collecting stamps at 11:40 a.m., she had resigned herself to the fact that she
wouldn’t win any prize. Many others had participated, some with several more grand prize drawings tickets. Despite the drastic odds, Linda Wickwire won the grand prize drawing. The $1000 grand prize was hers. After winning, she decided on being practical with the cash. “I gave my grandson $100 to put in his bank and bought some well needed tires for my car,” she said. When friends of hers found out about the winnings, they too were excited. “They wanted to know where I won it,” Wickwire said. “People (my friends) want to attend Winter Celebration next year.” It wasn’t just Linda Wickwire who had a good day. Many others walked away with gifts making the scavenger hunt time well spent despite not winning the grand prize. Aldolpho Alcola not only won $500 in movie passes from Stantikos, but a one night stay at a local hotel as well. The McQuin family was also extremely lucky and walked away with both a YMCA gym membership and an iPad Mini. And Dustin Ochonnor received a two night stay at Homewood Suites with breakfast. In all, more than 10 lucky guests won prizes, not including general prizes handed out throughout the day, due to the generosity of some extremely considerate vendors. A special thank you goes out to all the participants and vendors of the event. It is with their help, that Welcome Home and Living Through Giving is able to put on such a strong community event. “It’s a wonderful program for the children whether you win or not,” Linda Wickwire said. “It is fun time spent with the family.”
Howlin’ And Prowlin’ At Canyon Ridge Submitted By Julie Healy anyon Ridge Elementary celebrated the 9th annual Howlin’ and Prowlin’ Family Carnival and School Fundraiser on Friday, November 1. The festival was held in the fall for the first time since Canyon Ridge opened in 2005. Coyotes enjoyed the exciting changes the season offered to the event. Several activities were added this year. Families had the opportunity to take a hay ride around the school, visit with the San Antonio Fire Department, and drench Canyon Ridge dads in a booth that sprayed water! Vice Principal, Ken Brown, took part in the fun by taking a turn in the booth. Students were delighted when he came prepared in his scuba gear! Crowds also enjoyed the petting zoo where they met bunnies, chicks, piglets and even a llama. Students employed their climbing skills on the 24-foot rock wall and bounced the night away on inflatables. A disc jockey kept the crowds entertained with great music and dance contests. Food trucks served fresh delicious food. Dirty Dawgs, Mr. Meximum, Slice Brick Oven Pizza, and Kona Ice provided a fantastic selection. Kettle King made popcorn on-site that filled the air with a delicious scent. Indoors, students got their faces painted, played carnival games, and received fun accessories from Sharkey’s. Families tried their luck at the cake walk for a chance to win a yummy Nothing Bundt Cakes bundtlet. Students received pretend bandages at the
Linda Wickwire with her grandson, is all smiles after finding out she had won the $1,000 cash prize.
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Mummy Medics tent and made memories with friends in the photo booth. The Silent Auction items were a huge hit of the night. Parents were able to bid on Canyon Ridge Staff “Gifts of Time” and over 100 fantastic items generously donated by community businesses and parents. Guitars signed by Taylor Swift, Darius Rucker and Sheryl Crow were some of the most extraordinary items. Howlin’ and Prowlin,’ a PTA sponsored fundraiser, provides revenue for enrichment programs such as in-school field trips, technology and educational events. Crowning Coyote Contributors included HEB, Spirit Monkey, Amegy Bank, Nothing Bundt Cakes, Institute for Women’s Health and Falcon Bank. Support from numerous local businesses and families made this event possible. It was a fantastic evening facilitated by incredible people inside and outside the school campus.
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Grand Prize winners show off their prizes won during the Winter Celebration’s Scavenger Hunt.
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e needs to focus better in my class,” “She does not want to follow instructions,” “He just won’t pay attention.” Sound familiar? For kids, attention focus varies depending on things as fatigue, stress, level of interest or whether your child has eaten well. Your child can be focused for hours on his iPad, but can’t sit still for more than two minutes in church or in math class. This is because a video game can provide a stream of constant and constantly changing stimulus that many real life situations can’t. Kids with attention and focus challenges often don’t know they have shifted their attention. They simply haven’t developed the skills that help them identify what it feels like to be focused and what it feels like to not be focused. Kids with true ADHD are generally very bright and often very creative. They may have good basic reading skills, but have trouble comprehending what they are reading. So how do you teach your child to control his attention? This can be done by consistently following these four basic steps with the help of a one on one attention trainer. 1. Help them recognize what it feels like to be focused and what it feels like to not be focused. 2. Guide them in becoming aware of
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what they are doing when they are not focused. What is their body doing? How are they sitting? How are they breathing? 3. Identify and master whatever caused the confusion and triggered the loss of attention. Is it a pencil tapping? Is it the phone ringing? Is it kids playing outside the classroom? 4. Use a strategy or help them give themselves permission to get focused again. For example, “When I feel tired and get distracted, I will get up and stretch my legs and drink water.” Although many problems with attention are associated with ADHD, often times an attention problem in the classroom is caused by inefficiencies in how your child processes information. If your child is having difficulty staying focused in the classroom, the smart thing to do is to assess his or her processing skills. If there is an uneven pattern of strengths and weaknesses in your child’s processing skills, then one on one attention training is the most effective way to boost your child’s attention self-control and confidence. Leslie Jernigan is Program Director and Diagnostician at Learning Foundations Diagnostic and Learning Center in San Antonio. Email questions or concerns about your child’s learning challenges to leslie@learningfoundations.com or call (210) 495-2626 for a Free Consultation.
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Lopez NJHS Contributes With Fall Service Submitted By Andrea Hopk he members of the Lopez National Junior Honor Society continue to work to help their community. NJHS students provided unique and fun things for both the students and community, such as the photo booth at the school’s recent Pantherama. By the end of the night NJHS raised almost $400 to contribute to the school’s athletic mural. Members also assisted Hardy Oak Elementary during their Fall Festival. They could be found working various booths, assisting the smaller kids with the bounce houses and fun games, and even helping with the train rides. To get the holidays started in a fun and festive way, several members braved the dipping temperatures to participate in the Jingle Bell Run. The 5K helps to create awareness of the crippling effects of
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arthritis; the leading cause of disability in the nation, as well as raise money towards research. Despite the cold, harsh weather, the group was able to raise over $300 during a fun and festive way to help others. Panther pride was abundant as ever when two of the members were awarded first and second place in their age category. As the 2013 year came to a close, the group finished on a strong note, by making sure Christmas was a little brighter for some of the children of San Antonio. Members donated over 100 toys to Elf Louise, a project that is dedicated to providing Christmas to the less-fortunate families in San Antonio and Bexar County. Looking ahead, Lopez NJHS is collecting tabs from aluminum cans to benefit the local Ronald McDonald House. The Ronald McDonald House is an organization that provides a home-away-
from-home where families can stay while their child is being treated in nearby hospitals. The Ronald McDonald House is able to sell the tabs much like you would aluminum cans, in order to help with daily operation costs. The group is asking any and all Stone Oak residents to drop off any tab donations to Lopez Middle SchoolOver 100 presents were donated to Elf Louise by Lopez NJHS. during the month of group continues to show their S.W.A.G. February. Serving, working and achieving greatness! Something so small can make a huge difference! Continue to keep “tabs” on the
Reagan Choir’s Fearless Leader Submitted By Jean Copeland he Reagan Choir is an incredibly talented group. 113 students auditioned for the 2013 TMEA Mixed Region Choir and the Treble Region Choir. Almost 50 percent of those who auditioned were placed in the Region Choir. This kind of success takes a lot of hard work and a tireless, dynamic and charismatic leader. Mary Cowart is the force that drives these singers to achieve great heights. Director Mary Cowart comes from a musical family. Her mom was a music major
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and singer. All of her siblings are musical. Her dad greatly appreciated music but never formally studied music. Mary holds two Bachelor’s degrees: a Bachelors of Science in Geology and a Bachelors of Art in Music from Brigham Young University. She also has a Masters of Music in Vocal Performance from Rice University. Ms. Cowart began her career teaching voice at Reagan (and other NEISD schools) in 1999 when she moved to San Antonio. In 2005 she became the Assistant Choir Director at Reagan and then became the
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concerts and Region Choir successes, she is also teaching the choir the joy that comes from achieving their goals. When asked what she hopes that her students will learn from her, Mary said, “I want them to take away from Director Mary Cowart. this experience good life lessons. The fun that we have in choir should be a part of the rehearsal process and the hard work. I hope that they learn to enjoy the music along the way.”
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Submitted By Krista Weber he Lady Bulldog athletic program has had a very active and successful first semester. Highlights of the program include: the 7th Grade Volleyball “A” team representing Bush Middle School as District co-champions, raising over $600 for the American Heart Association during the annual “Volley for Heart” faculty vs. 8th grade volleyball game, and the first ever duathlon (running and mountain biking) event for 8th grade off-season athletic period student athletes. As the culmination of a very The physical education program offers the opportunity for successful volleyball season for both students to mountain bike as exercise, taking advantage of grade levels, the Lady Bulldogs hosted their beautiful campus. their annual “Volley for Heart” in which were paired up and each ran and biked a the 8th grade volleyball players competed specified distance on the trails adjacent to against the Bush Faculty. It was a hard campus. fought battle, both students and faculty had All the above activities and the co-district a great time, and most importantly funds volleyball championship are representative were generated for a very worthy cause. of the dedicated student athletes at Bush The NEISD physical education program Middle School. now includes the opportunity for students Bush Middle School is extremely proud to mountain bike. Their physical education of the strong community and parental and athletic programs united to make this support they receive relative to the Lady an exciting and new activity, utilizing their Bulldog Athletic Program and are looking beautiful and expansive campus. forward to another exciting and successful As an end to a very successful first year. semester, the off-season athletic program at GO Bulldogs! Bush competed in a duathlon. Participants
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head Choir Director in 2011. Teaching has its challenges. In the beginning, she recalls just trying to survive each day and feeling overwhelmed by it all. The school is lucky that she persevered. Today she directs nearly 300 students in a variety of successful choirs at Reagan High School. She teaches because she wants to help kids come to love music the way that she does. “I love sharing this music with them and seeing them grow,” Director Cowart said. Through music, Ms. Cowart teaches how to work hard towards goals, teamwork and how to deal with the inevitable disappointments. Judging by the sold out
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Reagan Theatre Thrills Audiences Submitted By C. Stier he miserly Scrooge and the ghostly Marley, along with spirits, spectres and cheery carolers came together in a heartwarming holiday story in Reagan High School Theatre’s production of A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley. The show, under the direction of Theatre Director Gloria Robinson and Technical Director James Kaiser, ran December 4-7 at the Reagan Auditorium. In playwright Israel Horovitz’s adaptation of the classic Dickens’ novella, Scrooge, played by Roddy Hemmick, is visited by his deceased business partner Jacob Marley, played by Chase Bradshaw. Marley’s Ghost is bedecked in bits of the money he hoarded in life, and acts as an unseen witness to Scrooge’s transformation from greedy to good-hearted. Scrooge’s redemption is secured by visits with The Ghosts of Christmas Past, Christmas Present and Christmas Yet to Come, portrayed by Zoie
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Kruger, Kolby Jacobs and Mason Wilhite. Other cast members included Ellen Johnston as Scrooge’s sister Fan, Nick Hone as fellow apprentice Dick and Corbyn Sprayberry as his lost love. The production also featured John Abiassi and Lily Myatt as Scrooge’s nephew Fred and his wife, Drew Nienhaus as Bob Cratchit, Bethany MacLeay as Mrs. Cratchit and Madison Merritt as Tiny Tim Cratchit. Juliana Zepeda, Delaney Felker and Daniel Seavers portrayed the other Crachit siblings. Antonio Abarca and Sheetal Misra portrayed Mr. and Mrs. Fezziwig, and Jackson Taylor and Grant Mortenson portrayed Scrooge as a youth and a young man. Reagan students Makaylah Gebott served as Stage Manager, Sabrina Fields as Assistant Director, Hilary Rubio as Costume Designer, Tomas Rodriguez-Sanchez as Lighting Designer and Austin Ardman as Sound Designer.
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Submitted By Risa Weinberger s part of their holiday community service in December, Girl Scout Troop #948 adopted a local family in need of assistance with holiday gifts. When one of the troop members heard about the program through the Family Services Association, she brought the idea to her Girl Scout troop. The girls in the troop enthusiastically voted to participate in the program to help another family. Family Services Association assigned the troop a family of three people – a mother, father and an 8-month old baby, and supplied the troop with the list of items on the family’s “wish list.” Each troop member signed up for 2 different gifts from the list. The girls were surprised to find items like a trash can, dishes and diapers on the gift list. One of the troop’s parents volunteered to take all of the presents to the Family Services Association drop off location before Christmas. During a troop meeting in December, the girls all brought their wrapped gifts for their adopted family. They turned that meeting
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Members of Girl Scout Troop #948 with gifts for their adopted family. (Left to Right) Olivia, Carly, Grace, McKenzie, Elizabeth and Gracie. Not pictured: Amanda and Jordan.
Ebenezer Scrooge, played by Reagan Junior Roddy Hemmick (center), is visited by the Ghost of Jacob Marley and the Ghost of Christmas Past, portrayed by Seniors Chase Bradshaw and Zoie Kruger in a scene from A Christmas Carol: Scrooge and Marley.
The Ghost of Christmas Present, portrayed by Reagan Senior Kolby Jacobs, offers Scrooge a glimpse of happy holiday celebrations as an other-worldly Spectre, played by Stasha Keivanzadeh.
Las Lomas Gains Lighthouse Status Submitted By Tina Galindo as Lomas Elementary was honored with Lighthouse Status during their Leader In Me Symposium, held January 23-24. The Symposium is an education event that focused on bringing leadership and 21st century life skills to the classroom. Las Lomas became the first LEED (Green) school worldwide to receive Lighthouse Status. As a new campus, 95 percent of the student body and faculty came from Leader In Me schools, so they began their journey with the 7 habits already in practice. Las
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into a special holiday celebration. “This troop has been working on a variety of community service projects throughout the year,” troop leader Tasha Anders said. “Not only did they adopt this special family through Family Services Association, they also baked sugar cookies for recuperating soldiers. The girls enjoy the positive feelings they received from their community service activities.”
Lomas was designed to be a Leader In Me school and leadership is even evident in their campus design. Las Lomas is the first school in the North East Independent School District to submit Leader In Me evidence binders for evaluation online. Their evidence binder for the 1st semester of the 2013-2014 school year is 450 pages. Las Lomas is thrilled to welcome Symposium guests to their campus as a site visit. In addition, the Las Lomas Honor Choir performed a second time at the symposium, students 7 habits artwork was displayed, and two staff members presented breakout sessions.
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Lopez Debate And Drama Wins Contest Submitted By Christi Eanes ongratulations to the Lopez Middle School debate and drama teams for winning the NEISD Fall Debate and Theatre contest on December 14. The debate team closed out the final rounds winning 1st (Ty Ehuan), 2nd (Anjali Patel) and 3rd place (Susana Gutierrez) overall. Lopez debate also had seven Octo finalists and won a 3rd place speaker award. Lopez Debate is coached by Leslie Williamson. Lopez Drama won the 1st place team sweepstakes award with 329 points, beating 2nd place Eisenhower Middle School by 221 points and 3rd place Tejeda Middle School by 245 points. Individual theatre and speech awards for Lopez were as follows: 37 Outstanding Performer plaques, 31 first place blue
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Rattler Football Honors Fallen Heroes Submitted By Shana Wetzel embers of the Reagan Rattler Football Team participated in Wreaths Across America on December 14. The Rattlers sacrificed a few hours of their day in cold and windy weather conditions to honor those who sacrificed their lives so that we all can be free. Reagan Rattler athletes and other volunteers in the group assisted the event by placing nearly 400 wreaths in four sections of the cemetery. While at the event the athletes were asked to: Take a second after they laid the wreath to simply thank that person for his service. Take a photo of one of the headstones and attempt to research the hero and send an email to a family member (to inform them that they laid a wreath at the headstone of
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their family member and to thank them for their service). Remember and honor all of our fallen heroes and all of our active duty and veterans including those who fought in the Revolutionary War to the current Gulf Wars, because without their service and sacrifice, our country would not be the country that we know and love today. Phil Franzone, organizer of the Rattler player’s wreath laying experience, explained that community service no matter how small is important and builds character and leadership skills that they will need later as adults. The athletes were present for the event ceremony and watched a 21 gun salute, watched brave Marines fold a flag while they explained what each fold symbolized,
Ballet Student Wins Competition Submitted By Alicia Garza local student at the Quenedict Ballet School was the overall winner in the “Our Part of Town” competition. Madelene Hall won the finals in the 1319 age category which was held on October 22, at the Jo Long Theatre at the Carver Center. Madelene performed a Pointe Variation from Don Quixote coached by Ernesto Quenedit and was the overall winner receiving a $1,000 cash prize along with a trophy. This was the first pointe ballet winner in 33 years of competitions. “Our Part of Town”, is a local talent
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competition sponsored by the City of San Antonio Parks and Recreation and Time Warner and had a new look this year. Acts were competed as one of four quadrants. Quadrants are based on the city council districts with auditions held in August and September throughout the City. This year only the top scores in each category moved forward to the finals from each quadrant. Age categories ranged from 12 and under; 13-19; and 20 and over.
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Reagan Football players, who participated in Wreaths Across America in December, put a wreath on a grave for Phil Fanzone’s father in-law.
past year, 16,070 wreaths were laid, almost 4000 of them grave specific. Wreaths Across America is a solemn experience but an educational one that the kids will not forget.
Madelene plans to pursue dance in college after completing her BFA and aspires to dance with a professional company. Starting in January, other Quenedit Ballet School students started competing in the Youth America Grand Prix and other national competitions. At right: Madelene Hall won the “Our Part of Town” competition, winning a $1,000 cash prize.
Las Lomas Elementary Receives An Award Submitted By Leigh Anne Roeber he Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) recently awarded Las Lomas Elementary School with grant money to purchase a classroom set of choir chimes, the perfect tool to practice Habit 6- Synergize! Their principal, Mr. Rochkus, also received the TMEA Distinguished Administrator Award in December 2012. The Texas Music Educators Association is a professional association for music educators from kindergarten through college. With over 15,000 members, TMEA offers professional development opportunities to educators, sustains public support for music in schools, and encourages quality musical experiences for all students. TMEA has awarded nearly $500,000 in grant funding to elementary music programs across the state. More than 600 elementary music programs will be purchasing new music instruments, music, technology, and other educational supplies to help them deliver high quality music education to students in grades K-5.
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listened to American themed songs, met service members from the different branches of the armed forces and listened to Gold Star mothers talk about their loved ones who were killed in battle. After the ceremony and the wreathlaying, the athletes took a photo at Alamo Sports Photography owner Phil Franzone’s father in-law’s headstone. They watched as Larry Blaylock Jr. and Kelly Franzone (Wife of Rattler Photographer, Phil Franzone) laid a wreath at the headstone of their father Captain Larry Dean Blaylock, USAF. The official mission statement of Wreaths Across America is to remember, honor and teach. There were approximately 2000 volunteers at the event. In 2009 there were 694 wreaths laid at the headstones of the fallen heroes. This
“It’s incredible to have the opportunity to support these most valuable educators who offer all elementary music students the foundation for excellence in music education, a sense of belonging, and a positive and safe environment to express themselves,” said TMEA President Joe Weir. The association’s Executive Board allocates $500,000 in grant funding in order to support students who are A Las Lomas class holding their new choir chimes! beginning their lifelong quality arts education in schools,” said love of and participation in music, explained TMEA Executive Floyd. “Multiple studies have shown us that music education prepares students to learn, Director Robert Floyd. “This funding of elementary music facilitates academic achievement, and helps programs comes at a time when research them develop creative capacities for lifelong is boldly underscoring the value of high success.”
Lopez Student Donates To Less Fortunate
Submitted By Burrell Parmer abrielle Parmer, a seventh grader at Lopez Middle School, donated $1,000 in support of children on December 23. Gabrielle wanted to assist in ensuring children in need received a Christmas gift and to help brighten their outlook for 2014. Her first donation was $500 to The Children’s Shelter and the other $500 to the Salvation Army of San Antonio. Gabrielle raised the funds by creating a 12-month calendar with pictures she drew.
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“I made the calendars so I can help others have a great Christmas and a wonderful 2014,” Gabrielle said. “I started drawing the pages in September of 2013 and it took three months to make. Some of the pictures I drew from off the Internet and some were from my experience at DisneyWorld. I didn’t know that my calendars would make $1,000. I am grateful for it because it went to help children at a shelter and the Salvation Army. I am planning on doing another calendar for 2015 when I am an 8th grader. Instead of drawing, I’ll take photos. I want to thank the
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Copy Center of Stone Oak for printing my calendars.” Her parents, Burrell and Tracy Parmer are very proud of her and her genuine thoughts for others this holiday season. “We are very proud of Gabrielle, as a 12-year-old she did not think just of her happiness this past Christmas, but of those children less fortunate,” Gabrielle’s parents said. “We wish to thank the 100 customers who purchased her calendar. One hundred percent of the proceeds were donated to the shelter and Salvation Army.”
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I love meeting new people and visiting with the returning patients and seeing the children grow up in all of our families here. The smile of a child putting glasses on for the first time, or the joy of the new teen contact lens wearer never stops being a thrill. Vision is so important and it is a joy to help preserve and protect it for all of our patients.”
he gift of clear, accurate sight can bring wonder, beauty, excitement and increased functionality into our lives. However, over time, vision needs and concerns may change. Dr. Monica Allison at Vision Source – Dr. Monica Allison, Vision Source Stone Oak Stone Oak has been treating patients with all vision needs in the Stone Oak community since 2005. Her passion to Through comprehensive eye examinations, Dr. Allison “We have daily use lenses that over 90 percent of help each patient see clearly, regardless of their age or people surveyed cannot feel in their eyes, even at the end checks eyes, inside and out, for glaucoma, cataracts, and all vision concern, is reflected in her growing practice. Dr. Allison always envisioned running her own of the day,” Dr. Allison explained. “Dailies Total 1 offers other eye diseases. However, the eye also provides a picture optometry practice, helping families with their vision needs a revolutionary lens design that has never been on the into an individual’s overall health and can indicate whether in a personable setting. In order to provide her patients with market. For people with astigmatism or needing help up he or she may be suffering from high blood pressure, such an intimate level of care with the added benefit of close, there have been tremendous strides in contacts for diabetes, high cholesterol, reaction to medication, or other access to the latest technology, she decided to partner with astigmatism and multifocal options. We fit a large amount systemic diseases. “Looking into the eye is like looking into your body,” Vision Source, the country’s premier network of private of post-surgical patients in specialty lenses as well and practice optometrists. Her partnership with Vision Source there are some great options available, even if you’ve been explained Dr. Allison. “It gives us a clear picture of the has allowed her to tailor an advanced level of care to each told you cannot wear contacts, there may be a choice now.” arteries and veins and what’s going on with your health. With the changes in the healthcare industry, Dr. individual patient. Allison has embraced her new positioning as a type “Vision Source is a franchise, but each office is of primary care physician. She wants her patients to individually owned,” explained Dr. Allison. “We get feel that they can contact her in the case of an eye to use their buying power. There are more than 2,300 emergency, even after hours. offices and thousands of doctors, so we get better deals “All major medical insurance will take care of on things. The industry is always introducing new problems with the eye, but places like the emergency technology and other new things through us. Vision room won’t have the equipment that we have,” Dr. Source also emphasizes licensing to the highest level.” Allison said. “We take call after hours and treat all Dr. Allison ensures that her practice is equipped kinds of eye problems including infections, injuries and with the latest pieces of advanced technology and dry eye.” the best treatment options available for her patients. Vision Source Stone Oak is also one of only To document diseases of the eye, Stone Oak Vision two providers in San Antonio of Lafont eyewear, Source uses a retinal imaging system that captures sophisticated, classic, beautiful styles handmade in images of the back of the eye. They also have a digital Paris. refracting system in every doctor’s lane that is linked Dr. Allison enjoys finding the perfect solution to her to their software and lab to ensure the most accurate Lindsey Denison, O.D. and Monica Allison, O.D. patients’ vision needs. From contact lenses and glasses prescriptions. Another technology is the Optical to medical eye care and LASIK surgery consultation, Coherence Tomography (OCT). Dr. Allison is also passionate about is Orthokeratology or she is available to those who desire treatment from a “This is an instrument that obtains sub-surface images of translucent or opaque materials at a resolution equivalent to Ortho-K. Ortho-K is a non-surgical process, which actually confident professional with years of growth and experience. “I love meeting new people and visiting with the a low-power microscope,” Dr. Allison said. “It is effectively reshapes the cornea of the eye using contact lenses. The ‘optical ultrasound,’ imaging reflections from within tissue patient wears the lenses overnight, while they sleep, and returning patients and seeing the children grow up in all of to provide a straightforward method of assessing macular upon waking, enjoy clear vision all day long, without the our families here,” said Dr. Allison. “The smile of a child degeneration, glaucoma, multiple sclerosis and other assistance of contacts or glasses.“Ortho-K has been shown putting glasses on for the first time, or the joy of the new to slow down nearsightedness in children,” explained Dr. teen contact lens wearer never stops being a thrill. Vision conditions.” Stone Oak Vision Source also includes on-site labs that Allison. “My own daughter actually benefits from Ortho-K. is so important and it is a joy to help preserve and protect it can generate prescriptions the same day―even for non- It’s a great option for children because they’re not having to for all of our patients.” worry about their lenses during the day.” glare lenses. Treating children is a large part of Dr. Allison’s practice. “We get comments all the time about our high-tech office,” said Dr. Allison. “Every test has a function and She participates in the InfantSEE® program – a free public we make sure and provide the most comprehensive care health program for infants between six and 12 months to possible for our patients. It’s great to share information determine if the baby is at risk for eye or vision disorders. Although school-aged children often have their vision with patients about preventative measures that we can do to checked at school or by their family physician, it is not protect and preserve vision long-term.” New options for contact lens wearers―or those uncommon for reading, focusing or other vision problems to go undetected. interested―have also exploded onto the optometry scene.
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News From City Council District 9 Councilman Joe Krier District 9 (210) 207-7325 ear Friends and Residents, First allow me to wish you a Happy and Prosperous 2014! This is going to be a busy year and I’m ready to get to work. Beginning Monday, January 13, 2014 from 9:00 a.m. until noon, you are invited to meet with me and our district staff at your District 9 field office, located at 16500 San Pedro Ste. 290 (the Frost Bank Building). I will be holding District office hours there every Monday morning. Since my appointment to Council in November, several issues that impact our City have occurred: I voted to approve two new changes to our Animal Care laws. The first now mandates that all dogs picked up by an Animal Care Officer for running loose be spayed or neutered when reclaimed by his/her owner. The second change frees up space in our shelter by reducing the mandatory stray hold time by 1 day for those pets that have an adopter or have been selected by a rescue partner. More information regarding pet laws changes follows this letter. I voted for the agreement with HEB for the expansion of their downtown campus, which includes the construction of a 10,000 square foot grocery store. HEB will invest $75 million in the downtown campus, grow by 1600 employees, and make right of way improvements valued at approximately $3.8 million. I did not support a $1 million contract hiring a consultant to help the city negotiate with car-rental companies over a planned consolidated car rental facility at San Antonio International Airport. I thought then, and I continue to think, we do not need to be paying that kind of money for consultants when we have very capable, talented staff to do those negotiations. Finally, I continue to work with our city library staff on the plans that are well underway for the future District 9 library located at 2515 E. Evans Rd. Construction to retrofit the existing building is scheduled to begin June 2014 and be completed by mid-year 2015. You can count on me to continue sharing with you how I voted on other issues that come before us this year. Thank you for allowing me to work for you. As always, please do not hesitate to contact my office if you ever need any assistance.
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Parman Library News Corner By Tim Johnson, MLS Librarian II Parman Library at Stone Oak San Antonio Public Library (210)207-2703 here’s a lot of winter fun lined up for February and we hope that you can join us! Parman Library is initiating a Do-It-Yourself University. There will be a series of classes featuring a variety of interesting topics. To kick things off we are hosting a Meet the Author event on Thursday, February 6th at 6:30 p.m. Ron Tanner, author of From Animal House to
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TopGolf, an emerging leader in golf entertainment, has chosen San Antonio for its 15th location.
TopGolf To Come Near Rim Shopping Center
By Ben Spicer opGolf recently unveiled the city of San Antonio as its 15th location. Their announcement says construction will begin on a 65,000-square foot facility sometime in the first quarter of 2014, with an opening date planned to be in the late fall of 2014. TopGolf will be located across I-10 from Six Flags Fiesta Texas and The Shops at La Cantera. TopGolf’s exterior will face the Intersection of I-10 and Loop 1604, allowing easy access from all traffic directions. The Rim Development is located directly to the north. TopGolf is an emerging leader in golf entertainment, serving more than 2 million guests annually. Players hit golf balls containing computer microchips that track each shot’s accuracy and distance while also awarding points for hitting targets on the outfield. “We are excited to add a TopGolf attraction to what is already a remarkable tourism destination,” TopGolf Chief Development Officer Randy Starr said in the release. “As the second most populated city in Texas, San Antonio is a great fit for TopGolf as we look to expand our presence in the state. The location we have selected is also ideal – it’s a very regional site that anyone in San Antonio can get to relatively quickly and easily.” According to their website, each facility offers “an
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Our House, will be on hand to discuss the trials of restoring an old brownstone house formerly owned by Baltimore’s most notorious fraternity. The story is humorous and touching at the same time. Our children’s science program, Discovery Time, will host a special all-ages event on Friday, February 7th at 6 p.m. The San Antonio Astronomical Association will be visiting to have a short presentation before breaking out the telescopes for Parman’s first-ever Star Party. Hot cocoa and marshmallows will be served while supplies last. We want SAAA to come visit again so let’s make sure and give them a warm Parman welcome! Naturally these two events are in addition to our regularly scheduled programs. We still offer a number of great story time programs, teen programs, book clubs, board games, and lots more! Some programs require registration so please be sure to check our events calendar at mysapl.org/calendar. aspx or call the branch for more information. Have a great
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upscale, laid-back experience that features climatecontrolled hitting bays and an impressive food and beverage menu crafted by an executive chef. Mix in dynamic event spaces for groups of all sizes, and TopGolf stands as the premier entertainment complex where the competition of sport meets the neighborhood’s favorite hangout.” “San Antonio’s history and future as a golf destination make the arrival of TopGolf a moment worth celebrating,” San Antonio Councilman Ron Nirenberg said in the release. “As the northwest corridor of the city continues to grow, residents of all skill levels will be able to enjoy a first-class entertainment and golf facility that is easily accessible for the entire region.” To learn more about TopGolf, visit www.topgolf.com. Milano’s Italian Bar and Grill Takes Rad Bar Location According to 365 Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio, as well as Big Gulps, Huh? A Foodie’s Blog, Milano’s Italian Bar and Grill is set to replace the former Rad Bar on Stone Oak Parkway. Located at 19239 Stone Oak Parkway, it will take over a space that has seen numerous businesses come and go. The northern San Antonio area is ever-expanding, welcoming hundreds of new families and businesses to the community each year. Know of a new business or development going up near you? E-mail articles@ welcomehomesa.com to let Welcome Home know.
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Hardy Oak Spells LOVE Submitted By Bridgett Dunlap irst graders from Mrs. Kristi York’s classroom at Hardy Oak Elementary know all about love and Valentine’s Day. When asked a few questions they proved that love and adoration is abundant in their Valentine’s Day. Even at six years old, they know the true meaning of love. Here are some of the responses from the survey:
CHANCE Mrs. Dunlap: What is Valentine’s Day? Chance: A holiday where you get gifts or something like that? Mrs. Dunlap: Tell me what “love” is? Chance: Love is like your parents love you because you’re their kid so they love you. I love my parents, grandparents, a lot of people in my family. Mrs. Dunlap: Do your parents go on dates? Chance: Yes, they go to places that are for dates. They eat dinner a lot and talk a lot. They talk about how much they love each other. Mrs. Dunlap: When do you think you’ll get married? Chance: A LONG, LOOONG, LOOOOONG time!
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WYATT Mrs. Dunlap: What is Valentine’s Day? Wyatt: Valentine’s Day is when you make hearts and crafts. I think Cupid is involved with it. Mrs. Dunlap: What is love? Wyatt: What’s love? Hmmmm, it’s when you really like someone. Like our mom and dad really love us and don’t want us to get hurt. I love football. Mrs. Dunlap: When do you think you’ll get married? Wyatt: I’m trying to count how many years…I’ll probably be 24.
CLAIRE Mrs. Dunlap: Do you have a Valentine? Claire: Yes, I’ll give my dad or my mom a love card or maybe one of my sisters or my brother. Mrs. Dunlap: What is love? Claire: Something you really, really like
and it’s love and you’re caring about somebody. EMMA Emma: My Valentine is my mom and dad. Mrs. Dunlap: What is love to you? Emma: Love is like where there is someone that you see but it kinda looks like you like that person. Mrs. Dunlap: What do you really love? Emma: Candy! ...And pizza! Yes, pizza! Mrs. Dunlap: Where do your parents go when they go on a date? Emma: They usually go to dinner and restaurants. I can’t go because it’s a private thing they do. They don’t want kids running around everywhere because they spend every day with kids and this is a special time for them.
Mrs. Dunlap: When do you think you’ll get married? Emma: That’s really hard! When I’m 30 because that’s a reasonable age that I can do that!
Reagan Orchestra To Play At Carnegie Hall Submitted By Katherine Johnston e’ve all heard the old joke sometimes attributed to comedian Jack Benny, “Pardon me, sir, but could you tell me how to get to Carnegie Hall?” “Practice, practice, practice…” Practice is most definitely how 65 Reagan
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Wilderness Oak Helps The Needy Submitted By Kyla Benavides n the spirit of the season the Wilderness Oak Wolves were out and about collecting gifts for the U.S. Marine sponsored toy drive. The school’s little elves were able to round up 256 new toys for the Toys for Tots program this year. The unwrapped toys were picked up by the U.S. Marines on December 12. The school’s little elves Bryce Folsom, Johnny Flores, Aidan Richard, Gianna Ayon, Alexis Ponseti and Allison Sandoval enjoyed helping load the Humvee trucks with the numerous presents. The Wilderness Oak elves loved the opportunity to help other children. Did you hear the clinking and clunking of cans before the winter holidays? It was the sound of hundreds of cans being loaded
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into boxes to benefit their sister school, Wilshire Elementary’s food pantry. There was a friendly competition between the different grade levels, with fourth grade coming out as the victors. Over 2200 items were collected. The Wilderness Oak Wolves truly came through in the spirit of giving. This was a win-win for both Wilderness Oak and Wilshire Elementary.
At right: The students at Wilderness were in the giving mood this holiday season, taking on two projects: collecting toys for Toys for Tots and canned food for their sister school.
Hardy Oak Celebrates Season Of Giving
Submitted By Kristi York s a Lighthouse Leader in Me school, Hardy Oak Elementary School’s mission is “creating opportunities for everyone to be extraordinary.” With this in mind, the school has been finding ways to incorporate their “Seven Habits of Happy Children” into the spirit of the holidays that so many celebrate at the end of the year. Hardy Oak demonstrated Habit 4, “Think Win-Win: Everyone Can Win,” when they participated in the Toys for Tots toy drive. Each student, if they brought in a new,
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unwrapped toy, was able to earn tickets to use at Winter Celebration. If they brought in two toys, they could earn a “Toys for Tots spirit stick” for their lanyard. By the end, four large boxes of toys were donated by the Hardy Oak students. The Hardy Oak family also participated in a food drive to help one of our former students with his Eagle Scout project. The school learned that with Habit 6, “Synergize: Together is better,” working together can accomplish great things. Hardy Oak wrapped up the month of December by counting down the days
until winter break. The students and staff celebrated by wearing pajamas one day and sweat suits another. They had their annual sing-along where the students sang all of the favorite holiday tunes like “Jingle Bells,” “Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel,” and “Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer.” Habit 7, “Sharpen the Saw: Balance Feels
Best” is definitely a school favorite. It is the time taken to renew and energize ourselves whether it is taking a run, curling up with a good book, or just hanging out with friends. Hardy Oak Elementary is looking forward to many more opportunities to be extraordinary in 2014.
Las Lomas Responds With Gggrr-eat Kindness Submitted By Tamara Gifford tudents and their families at Las Lomas Elementary had an opportunity this 2013 Holiday season to provide a little more for the students at Las Lomas’ Sister School, Woodstone Elementary. Cards that included “wish lists” for thirty-five anonymous children from sixteen different families were placed on the Giving Tree, located in the school’s atrium, where Las Lomas parents and staff members could then select a card. From these “wish lists,” gifts were purchased and wrapped by Las Lomas families, and then later collected and taken to Woodstone Elementary in time to be distributed for Christmas. “It’s because we didn’t know if those children were getting anything for Christmas, and it was really important to share with them,” one Las Lomas student
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Results and patient experience may vary. Ask your physician if CoolSculpting is right for you. CoolSculpting for non-invasive fat reduction is cleared for the flank and abdomen. CoolSculpting is a registered trademark and the CoolSculpting logo and the snowflake design are trademarks of ZELTIQ Aesthetics, Inc. ©2012. All rights reserved. IC0530-B
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