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s I write this letter, our 2014 Winter Celebration is now over and I can reflect on how blessed Welcome Home is to have been a part of this great tradition. This year’s event, held at North Central Baptist Hospital, was an incredible success. It was our biggest event to date and benefitted the non-profit organization Living Through Giving. Living Through Giving is my mission and a way for me to give back to a community that has supported me for 15 years. I would like to thank Winter Celebration’s presenting sponsors: Welcome Home, and North Central Baptist Hospital for their support in making this event grow every year. (For a list of all the sponsors, vendors and participants look on page 21). I am so happy to have Rita Verreos as our first Winter Celebration Queen. This coming year we will start our Winter Celebration Court. I can’t wait to be able to offer the opportunity to the children and young adults in our city to be able to bless other children in our city by giving them a gift and letting them know someone cares during the Christmas season. If you have been part of our event you should be proud of the tradition we have started. Our success and generosity to the children of our city with our Winter Celebration has inspired others to have Winter Festivals of their own. My desire is through this community involvement we will be able to truly say no child in San Antonio will be without a gift during the Christmas season. As always, I am thankful to the sponsors, performers, and volunteers for helping us in this endeavor.
This year was the first year we partnered with organizations who help the children in San Antonio who are in the most need for kindness and compassion. We delivered the toys to DFPS, CASA, Roy Maas, and Summit Church. This was the 13th year of Winter Celebration and I never realized what a tremendous blessing we were missing by not taking our toys directly to the children. This was truly the most special Holiday Season I have ever experienced. I encourage every school organization, company and individual reading this to come join us next year. It will be an experience you will never forget. This year has also blessed the Stone Oak and 10 West Business Associations with plenty of news and events that we covered within Welcome Home. We look forward to getting a jump start on 2015 on January 28 where you can join us for our Speed Networking. With so many businesses growing and opening in the community, we invite the opportunity to get to know them and them to know you. We are looking forward to bringing you your community news in 2015 and thank you for another year of continued support. HAPPY NEW YEAR to all of you! As the communities that support us have helped make many of our hopes and dreams come true, we wish you and your family the same in the coming new year.
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On The Cover By Stefanie Young hen Welcome Home heard about all the Regan Theater department and their upcoming production of Les Miserables, we jumped at the chance to invite the community! The Ronald Reagan Theater department will showcase five performances of the sung-through musical, Les Miserables, on February 4 – 8th at the Ronald Reagan High School Auditorium. The show will feature over 200 performers combining the award winning talents among the Reagan theater, choir and orchestra students. The performances will be on Wednesday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. with a Sunday, Matinee at 3:00 p.m. The musical relates to cultures and experiences across the world and tells the story of how life can be more moving and powerful than our own will to survive. If you have ever seen the musical live, you know it’s an experience that the movie cannot recreate. “Les Mis is extremely difficult to produce and perform,” explained, Gloria Robinson, theater department director for Ronald Reagan High School since 2000, “but, this year we have the combined acting and vocal
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Napa Valley Within Your Reach Special To Welcome Home f the obligations of the holidays tend to leave you feeling frazzled, you might do well to take a lesson from top Napa Valley winemakers, who know a thing or two about slowing down and enjoying the good things in life - in style. Beginning in August and extending into November, Napa is a bustling, buzzing hive of activity. Vintners up and down the valley work around the clock for weeks on end to harvest their grapes at the peak of perfection and transform the luscious fruit into the wines renowned around the world. So when the harvest concludes, Napa Valley winemakers are ready to decompress and enjoy a wine country holiday season that reflects the region’s appreciation for all things fresh, local and handcrafted, and that puts the emphasis on bringing together family and friends. “Harvest is thrilling and I wouldn’t trade it for anything, but when you emerge from it you’re so appreciative of the simple pleasures,” says Elizabeth Vianna, winemaker at Chimney Rock in the Stags Leap District, home to rich, refined Cabernet Sauvignons. Vianna was recently featured with Rutherford Hill Winery’s Marisa Taylor and Markham Vineyards’ Kim Nicholls in the six-part PBS reality series, “Vintage: Napa Valley 2012.” “Being with the people you love, relaxing, enjoying good food and good wine - it’s a truly special time,” she says. In Napa, holiday gatherings often move
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outside, into the crisp late-fall air that still carries a sweet hint of fermenting grapes. As soft, angled sunlight recedes and darkness falls, indoor/outdoor string lights along an arbor or pergola lend a feel of casual elegance, and a glowing fire pit warms hands and hearts alike. But even in Napa the weather isn’t always accommodating for outdoor entertaining. Taylor, known for crafting luscious, balanced Merlots at Rutherford Hill, has a solution for those times. “I look for ways to bring the outdoors in,” she says. In Napa, that could mean a grape vine integrated into a table centerpiece or gently curved into a wreath - motifs that can be adopted according to the trees and plants that thrive in any area. Of course, food is foremost at any holiday gathering. Nicholls, who makes a full line of award-winning varietals at Markham, including Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc, says the best dishes, just like the best wines, are ones that say something about their maker. For Nicholls, that means blackberry pies like the ones her mother taught her to make. “Putting your personality into what you are making is really what it is about,” says Nicholls. With this approach, anyone anywhere can enjoy a Napa Valley holiday in style and spirit. But there’s also an opportunity for you to experience it in person, in the valley itself. Chimney Rock, Markham and Rutherford
Reagan Speech And Debate Strikes The Competition
The Reagan High School Speech and Debate team had a fantastic season this year.
Special To Welcome Home he Reagan High School Speech and Debate Team competed at the University of Texas Longhorn Classic tournament on Dec. 5-6. Of 123 schools entered Reagan took home sweepstakes for 2nd place speech team and 3rd place overall
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I explained, “Estradiol, progesterone, and testosterone are the same hormones found in a young woman in a cycling, waxing and waning, kind of balance. However, I will keep your hormones steady and balanced so that inside of yourself, you will feel as if you just completed a menstrual cycle. You will not have periods. Hormones don’t have to increase and decrease as they did when you were a younger woman, ovulating and menstruating monthly. You will feel sort of like you did the first 10 days after your period stopped when you were younger. Estradiol and progesterone both are needed to stop the temperature dysregulation. Progesterone will help you to be calm and rested. Testosterone improves overall sense of well-being. I will precisely mimic hormone levels found in your younger self by measuring your blood levels. Labs guide therapy.”
“But what about the side effects? I don’t want to get cancer and all that!” Blood clots, breast cancer, cancer of the ovaries and uterus, other problems with liver, and gallbladder have been associated with hormone replacement therapy.More recent studies such as the ELITE and the KEEPS study have shown benefits of estradiol therapy for prevention of heart disease, the number one killer of women. Quality of life: living each day with joy and thankfulness, giving wisdom and guidance to our loved ones, and loving ourselves and this life. Donna Becker, D.O., Board Certified in Emergency Medicine. Enhancement of Life is located at 14603 Huebner Rd., Suite 2601, San Antonio, TX 78231. For more information, call (210) 545-5224 or visit www.antiagingsa.com.
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By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 55ish woman said, “I don’t know if you can help me”. So many women have said this to me, I think because they have been to other doctors who mistreated them, so they believe that their problems of memory loss, anxiety, temperature irregularity, and mood changes are signs of physical or mental weakness. This conversation occurred during the free 15min consultation I offer to all new patients. She described day and night hot flashes that
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were so debilitating she confined herself to air conditioning during the summer and fall months, seldom venturing outside. Sweating constantly, she felt depressed and sad. Her family doctor unhelpfully gave her an antidepressant, and she self-medicated with alcohol beginning about noon of each day. Exhausted because she was not sleeping, sedatives did not help. “I don’t know what to do!” And then she began to cry, “There is something wrong with me, I have been to many doctors, hormones didn’t help!” She had been given the old horse derived pregnant mare’s urine synthetic estrogen and progestin.
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New Year, New You Commit to TriFit
By Rachele Reinhart t’s a brand New Year and a New Year means a new beginning. Chances are, at some point in your life, you’ve made a New Year’s resolution. But a resolution can be easily broken if you don’t have the proper plan in place to help you carry it through. If it’s your goal to achieve a healthier lifestyle this New Year, TriFit Personal Training in San Antonio can give you the tools, motivation and inspiration to be successful. At TriFit, you can take the first step to a lifetime of fitness assisted by the expertise and coaching of personal trainers in a private setting. Owner Ed Marks has been a personal trainer for 35 years. He grew up immersed in athletics – football, baseball, track and then pursued personal training. He decided to open TriFit when he became frustrated with large gyms and their attitude to sell more, sell more, sell more…with no real regard for what the client really needs. “We are focused on giving the clients what they need, not what we can get out of them,” Ed explained. “We believe in helping other first.” TriFit focuses on true private training incorporating cardio, strength, and plyometrics, Trainers also focus on stretching their clients at the end of each session – an important part of any exercise program that’s often overlooked. Stretching the muscles regularly helps prevent injury and maintain range of motion. Each client is personally trained in a private room where the trainer can focus solely on you, providing you with the best deal for your money. A personal trainer is able to give you their undivided attention throughout your entire session. Ed is joined at TriFit by his team of three trainers. Shelia, a trainer since 2007, became a part of the industry after she herself gained extra weight as a stay-at-home mom. She began exercising regularly and eating healthy and dropped 27 pounds. “I get so much satisfaction when a client shares their success with me because I understand how hard it is and how much it helps having someone cheer you on,” explained Shelia. “I am so fortunate to get to meet so many great people doing a job I love.” Aaron, a trainer at TriFit for two years, and Janis, for one year, round out the TriFit trainers. Ed, Shelia, Aaron and Janis each bring variety and different strengths to each session. Trainers rotate clients, keeping workouts fresh,
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arry Hagendorf, the leading authority on deck and patio care in South Texas, has been cleaning and sealing decks for more than 20 years. Q: Why does my wooden deck look so bad? A: According to Architectural Digest, unprotected wood only lasts for 9-14 years. I recommend that you clean the wood on your deck and seal it with an oil-based penetrating sealer. Q: What sealer would you recommend? A: My preference, after years of trial and error research, is Barry Premium Blend oilbased penetrating sealer that is designed to look for dry cell structure in the wood. It will penetrate first to the bottom of the cracks, nail holes, and knots. Barry’s Premium Blend will protect from the surface down, stabilizing the cell structure of the wood. Q: What care should I give to my pebblestone?
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A: On new and older pebblestone, first acid wash the film of concrete off the rocks. Then, oxidize the surface to kill mold and mildew. Last, seal the stone to its natural wet look. Q: Why are the rocks from my pebblestone pool surround sticking to my feet? A: Moisture penetrates around the stones and changing temperatures expand the moisture and wedge the rocks out. To repair, acid wash the surface. Then, oxydize it to kill mold and mildew. Finally, lock the stones in with a clear acrylic sealer. You will also lock in the beautiful natural wet look. As a Welcome Home reader, you are entitled to a 5% discount on any scheduled deck or patio service offered by Barry Hagendorf’s Deck and Patio Care. Call 210-822-9147 for a free estimate.
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A New Year’s Focus On Your Family Submitted By Steve Johnson t is hard to believe that a new year is upon us. It is the season of resolutions, plans, and promises! As you commit to improving your health and living within your budgets, don’t forget to include key areas of your family life in those resolutions. College Nannies and Tutors suggest you ponder the following topics as you are planning out your new year. Academic Success: Did your children struggle last semester? Are they not quite
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where they want to be? If they are struggling in a certain subject, the sooner action is taken, the greater the chance of success and grade achievement. Most subjects are cumulative. The longer a student is behind or underperforming, the harder it is to get back on track. Teachers are very receptive and appreciate parents and students addressing issues proactively. If help with a tutor is needed – don’t procrastinate! The longer there is a subject matter struggle, the harder it is and the longer it takes to solidify
the knowledge. Childcare Planning: It is a good idea to assess your child care solution annually. Are you happy with your current situation? Do you have an adequate backup solution or Plan B? Do you have a solution for the summer once school lets out? One of the biggest gaps in child care planning with most families is an adequate backup solution. For example, if a relative watches your children, there is a gap if they fall ill or need a day off once in a while. An on-call solution can
help with this. Also, you should have your summer childcare planning in place by spring break. Summer nanny demand fills up fast! Late January through March is the optimal time to arrange for a summer nanny! So, as you are making those New Year resolutions, be sure to add a resolution about your family! You can get help and guidance in these areas by speaking with the staff at College Nannies and Tutors. They can be reached at (210) 202-0303 or on the web at www.collegenannies.com.
How To Go Green At The Grocery Store Special To Welcome Home hile adopting an eco-friendly lifestyle might seem like a major commitment, many people find such an endeavor is far easier than they initially expected, as some relatively minor modifications here or there can make a substantial impact on the environment. One of the easiest ways to go green is to make more eco-friendly choices at the grocery store. Shopping for and preparing meals can be done in an eco-friendly way, and men and women will be happy to know they’re not only making changes that benefit the planet but their personal health as well. Here are some ideas for going green at the grocery store that do not require a big commitment. Begin in the produce aisle. When shopping for produce, stock up on plenty of organic fruits and vegetables, which are now readily available at many grocery stores. Stick to organic for the “dirty dozen”
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foods, those which are the most likely to have high levels of residual pesticides and herbicides. Even produce that is not labeled “organic” may be organic. To determine if it is, look at the sticker codes on the fruits and vegetables. A four-digit code means it was conventionally grown, while fivedigit codes starting with an eight indicate genetically modified food. A five-digit code starting with nine indicates the item is organic. While shopping, ask the produce manager if the store sells locally grown produce, and purchase only those products when they are available. Buy only what you need. Shoppers are often tempted to go from aisle to aisle, buying items they both need and don’t need. Caving in to such temptation can be wasteful unless items purchased have long shelf lives. Before visiting the store, make a shopping list and stick with it. Not only will you save money, but you will avoid throwing out spoiled foods as well.
Purchase store-made items. If you’re looking for deli meats or bread for dinner, visit the stores’ bakeries, kitchens and delis, where employees cook foods right inside of the supermarket, a practice that cuts down on shipping of pre-made frozen foods produced elsewhere. Many stores carry their own homemade breads, cakes, doughnuts, dinner entrees, and sandwiches. Ask questions in the meat department. Don’t be shy about asking store butchers where the beef and chicken for sale comes from. If the meat and poultry is not locally raised and all-natural, look for alternatives in the store or shop elsewhere. Shop only the perimeter of the store. Many stores stock dietary staples along the outer edges of the store. The interior bulk of the store contains packaged, processed foods that are not as eco-friendly. Buy in bulk whenever possible. Stock up on staples like toilet paper and other items. Bulk items are packaged together, which
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reduces the amount of packaging needed. Separate meat and poultry into smaller portion sizes at home before freezing. Bring reusable tote bags. Even though many plastic shopping bags are made from recycled materials, many of these bags end up in the trash after use. Reusable cloth bags are more eco-friendly. Just be sure to wash them frequently so you clean them of any bacteria that may accumulate over time.
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By Steve Johnson, Owner of College Nannies + Tutors Open Ho t is an honor to once again recognize a Saturday use Event local teacher as Educator of the Month , Januar for January. The owners of College 1 0 am to No y 24 Nannies and Tutors in Stone Oak, with on the support of Welcome Home Newspaper established this monthly award to recognize educators in our area schools that personify Meet the our three core values of: Can Do Attitudes, Characte Growth and Results Driven and Leave It rs f r o m F rozen Better. Elsa, An This month’s award recipient from na & Olo Ronald Reagan High School displays these f values consistently in her daily interactions Mrs. Wojcik has a classroom that is full of energy, with the high school students. Yangki encouragement, and student success. Wojcik, like the awardees before her, has made a significant, positive Role Model honor the educators in our schools for their impact on the lives of our community efforts with our local students. The quality of education in our community is primarily students. • Nursery, Preschool, & PreK Mrs. Wojcik has a classroom that is full a direct reflection of their daily efforts as role models for our students. For more • High Academic Standards of energy, encouragement, and student information on this award, or to submit a success. She gives freely the time needed • Mother’s Day Out: 8:30 am – 2 pm to assure readiness for Reagan’s UIL team. nomination, please contact College Nannies at 210-202-0303 or stoneoaktx@ • Full Time Care Her work, her teaching expertise, her heart, + Tutors + Full Service Childcare Solutions collegenannies.com. and her desire for every student makes her | Part-time | Summer | After School | Babysitting | Back Up Care• Supervised Homework Lab Full-time classroom an exception. With this honor, + Customized Tutoring for College Bound Students “Una Escuela Bilingüe, Para un Niño Moderno” she will receive an award citation and gift Homework Help – All Subjects | ACT/SAT Prep | AP Support | Study Skills certificate presented in the presence of her STONE OAK peers. The owners of College Nannies + Tutors 21785 Hardy Oak Blvd | Stone Oak established this recognition (210) 481-9172 with the support of Welcome Home www. BilingualChildAcademy .com Community Newspaper to recognize and
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2014 Winter Celebration Saturday, Dec 6, 2014
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n December 6th, generosity was brought to life along with the Holiday Spirit as Welcome Home Newspaper and North Central Baptist Hospital teamed up with the non-profit Living Through Giving for their annual Winter Celebration. The event kicked off at 10:00 a.m. with the Alamo City Community Marching Band and the Cowboy’s Alamo City Harley-Davidson crew leading the parade. The highlight of the event happened at 10:30 a.m. when Santa arrived via AirLIFE helicopter and took pictures with the kids in attendance. The liveliness of 60,000 lbs. of snow, vendors, and raffle prizes drew in the crowd to make one of the largest toy drives in San Antonio come to life. Over 10,000 people arrived, many with toys in hand, to enjoy the snowball fights, carnival rides and funnel cakes. Performances by local schools took place throughout the day. The goodness and hospitality of Winter Celebration’s guests, volunteers, and participating schools made Winter Celebration 2014 and successful event! Scavenger Hunt, which took place outside of the event this year, was played in order to earn a chance at the Grand Prize of $1000. Participants visited businesses, through November and the first week of December, to land stamps that added up to raffle tickets and a chance to win grand prizes. Grand Prizes included the $1000 shopping spree, hotel stays, a GoPro camera, and a tailored suit! General prizes included spa days, gift cards, and memberships to various businesses. This year, The Independence Hill Retirement Community, Coronado at Stone Oak, VIA, and The Haven and The Laurel all generously donated shuttles and buses for easy and convenient transportation to Winter Celebration. With so many people in attendance, Living Through Giving was thankful to have so many people volunteering at the event, with help from Out of the Box Productions to make the
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celebration run as smoothly as possible. Ultimately, Living Through Giving’s Toy Drive brought in over 8,000 toys for children in need. Once the toys were collected in full, the Living Through Giving staff made stops throughout San Antonio where kids in need would be surprised to learn their community had not forgotten them on Christmas. Donations ranged from action figures and toy cars to dolls, stuffed animals and instruments. With such an array of trinkets, Living Through Giving was able to help light up the faces of so many children and restore some hope within their surroundings. Through the course of 2014, Living Through Giving has hosted a number of events. Sponsors and businesses have helped bring new light to the non-profit. Living Through Giving’s focus has remained true since the beginning: to focus on “children and youth who may have experienced abuse, neglect or some other type of family disruption.” Those working with the Living Through Giving organization said they strive to protect the hopes and dreams of children who may not have anywhere else to turn. Living Through Giving works to raise awareness for the youth of San Antonio who are in need. As the New Year begins, the non-profit is hoping to have even greater success in their mission. Winter Celebration 2015 will be here before we know it! Welcome Home Community Newspaper and Living Through Giving would like it to be bigger and better than ever! If you would like to participate or contribute to Living Through Giving or any of the upcoming events, call (210) 348-8233, or email at info@livingthroughgivingsa.org.
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Thank You To Our Sponsers Hosts – Welcome Home Newspaper North Central Baptist Hospital
Diamond Level Sponsors – Community Bible Church GDC Marketing & Ideation Randolph Brooks FCU Smile Kings Dental & Orthodontics Vethan Law
Gold Level Sponsors – 3T San Antonio AAA-Texas Bahama Bucks Benson Honda Betsy Dippo, State Farm Bricks 4 Kidz Broadway Bank Chik-Fil-A Chocolateka College Nannies + Tutors Coronado at Stone Oak Elements Therapeutic Massage Emerald Homes Independence Hill JW Marriott San Antonio Jet’s Pizza Mays YMCA Park at West Avenue Ray CPA
River Valley Real Estate Rusty Whittemore, Farmers Insurance Sartorial Luxury LLC School of Rock Shearer Hills Baptist Church Silverleaf Resorts Smokey Mo’s BBQ Speech & Language Center Stone Oak Pediatric Dentistry Studio Martial Arts Tansations Boutique The Fish/KLSR The Egg & I The Laurels & The Havens Two Sisters Salon World Pediatric Dental
Silver Level Sponsors – A&E Air Conditioning & Heating Bilingual Child Academy Demo’s Greek Food Nothing Bundt Cakes San Antonio Self Storage Service King Collision Center
Bronze Level Sponsors – Bella Smiles Family Dentistry Jefferson Bank Lone Star National Bank Pure Posh Salon Staybridge Suites Stone Oak Stone Creek Jewelers
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Participating Businesses Animal Care Services Arbonne International Big Guido’s Child Advocates of San Antonio Camp Bow Wow Cricket Wireless Dave & Buster’s San Antonio Drake’s Fun Foods Galaxy 2000 Girls Inc. of San Antonio Great Clips Green Energy of San Antonio I9 Sports It Works Joy Concessions Inc. Learning Foundations Learning RX Legend Physical Therapy Love-To-Swim and Tumble School Marie’s Jewelry & Accessories Mi Taquerias Jalisco Musical Arts Center of SA Nazneen’s Pursenality Night Light Pediatrics Nuskin Enterprises Orange Theory Fitness Premier Designs High Fashion Jewelry Primrose School at Cibilo
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Special Thanks To – Alamo City Community Marching Band Cowboys Alamo City Harley Davidson EcoBox HEB Miss Latina San Antonio Miss Latina San Antonio Teen Outside The Box SA Moving Guys San Antonio Fire Department San Antonio Missions Baseball San Antonio Scorpions University of the Incarnate Word
Toy Drive Participating Schools – Bernal Middle School - NISD Brandeis High School - NISD Bush Middle School - NISD Churchill High School - NEISD Garcia Middle School - NISD Hardy Oak Elementary - NEISD Hobby Middle School - NISD Holmes High School - NISD Johnson High School - NEISD Las Lomas Elementary - NEISD Lopez Middle School - NISD Madison High School - NEISD Marshall High School - NISD Monroe May Elementary - NISD O’Connor High School - NISD Reagan High School - NEISD Stone Oak Elementary - NEISD Vineyard Ranch Elementary NEISD Wilderness Oak Elementary
Living Through Giving thanks all businesses, performance groups, volunteers, and community members that helped make this event a success. We couldn’t have done it without you. Happy Holidays!
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Sandwich Generation: Caught in the Middle
By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 hanks to advances in life expectancy, parent to acknowledge when help is needed. more middle-age people have living It is not a sign of failure to ask for help. parents. Some still are caring for Many people have the misconception that dependent children and find themselves they will have to become the parents to their having to provide care to their parents as well. aging parents. Your parents are your parents This has created many challenges for what and they always will be. They deserve we call the “Sandwich Generation”. Three respect, and it is most important for you to basic challenges to deal with and to try to find help them maintain as much independence balance with are: 1) Raising their children and dignity as possible. As their child, you and being part of their lives, 2) Assisting might need to take charge of some things or their aging parents, and 3) Maintaining their help out more than before but you are not own identity; leading their own lives and becoming their parent. Resist the temptation careers. Far too often this balancing act has to over do for them. The more they can brought on stress and sometimes depression. continue to do for themselves the better; Being open and honest about how much physically and mentally, they will remain in responsibility you can handle can help you better health and more confident. It will truly navigate this stage of life. Many family benefit them to be active participants in their caregivers are reluctant to ask for help own decisions and care. because they are burdened by guilt and a While driving may no longer be possible sense of obligation. However, it’s in the best for your parents, it doesn’t mean they cannot interest of both the caregiver and the aging get out and go to the theater, do some
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Step Into Decorating By Mary Lozano-Jenkins The Jenkins Group, Inc. (210) 490-0161 he beginning of a New Year comes with excitement and novelty. The lists are written, the goals are set, and the beginning of the year is here. After a few weeks of 2014 have passed, I can say that interior designing and decorating is at the top of the list for many of my clients…and for those potential clients that I have not met yet. 2014 brings a fresh new color palette for decorating and design. The big markets are here and we are
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excited about attending and seeing all the new items that are being introduced. Our vendors have been preparing for these markets for weeks. Decorating Introductions: • Our chocolate colors continue to lead the way with some beautiful spa blues and greens. • Textures are again heavy with animal prints. • Bling has come into our lives with our accessories and even new furniture lines. • More functional tables are emerging to accommodate the technical lives that we live. • Rugs are hotter than ever and so are drapes. Softness mixed with heavy textures
shopping, run errands or visit friends as long as an alternative means of transportation can be arranged. They don’t have to be a prisoner in their own home, waiting for you to take them places. An independent living retirement community like Independence Hill makes this, and much more, possible. Here, your parents can choose their “fun of choice.’ Not only will they make new friendships, rekindle old hobbies and start new ones, but all of their home needs are taken care of so they can focus on the things they want to do. Not having to worry about your parents can allow you to focus on your children, marriage and career. Your visits with them will be about spending quality time together building your relationship with them. We know life can be hard, busy and unpredictable… that won’t change. But helping to choose the right home for your parents where they are happy, feel safe and are enjoying life in an upbeat community can definitely reduce concerns for both. At Independence Hill Retirement Community, we encourage families to work together with our Lifestyle Specialists to determine the best plan for their parents’ changing needs. Come tour, have lunch or even stay for some of the fun events to dominate the window industries. • Natural stones, bling, glass and mirrors are entering our lives in furniture as well as floor and wall coverings. Call us for your consultations. With over 7,000 vendors, we are here to help you update, organize, and yes…furnish your home with gorgeous furniture, artwork and accessories. Remodeling has been keeping us busy as well. Our MAGICAL MAKEOVERS are truly MAGIC. The Home Is Your Castle! For more information, contact Mary Lozano-Jenkins, Registered Interior Designer or Jessica C. Jenkins, Interior Decorator at (210) 490-0161 or via email at mjkgl@ aol.com or jessicajenkins2@gmail.com. Visit Jenkins Interior Design Group online at www.thejenkinsinteriordesigngroup. com. Join The Jenkins Interior Design Group on Facebook, Twitter and on LinkedIn.
What Do You Do When Your Child Has An Attention Problem?
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By Leslie Jernigan, M.A. Learning Foundations Diagnostic and Learning Center 210-495-2626
hristmas vacation is over and you hoped that school would be a little bit better after your child had some time to rest, relax and decompress over the break. But it’s the first week back and you’re already getting phone calls and emails from his teacher: “If he would only focus better,” “She does not want to follow instructions,” “He just won’t pay attention.” Sound familiar? A child’s ability to focus can be influenced by any number of things: time of day, type of activity and level of interest, fatigue, stress, even what the child has eaten for breakfast. Johnny may love hands-on learning and be active and engaged during his morning science class, but tune out during the social studies class that’s right before lunch. A child may be super-focused for hours on his iPad, but can’t sit still for more than 2 minutes in church or in math class. One
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reason for this disparity is that a video game can provide a stream of constant and constantly changing stimuli that many real life situations can’t. Leading Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) expert Russell Barkley has suggested that ADHD might better be termed Attention Dis-regulation Disorder because these students have difficulty regulating their attention and can seem to veer between inattention and hyper-focus. So is it your child’s fault that she can’t seem to pay attention? Is it YOUR fault? The answer is neither. A child with attention challenges often is unaware that she has shifted her attention. These shifts of attention are not intentional. She simply has not learned how to regulate her attention or even recognize when she is not paying attention. Kids with true ADHD are often bright and highly creative. I frequently hear from
experience the lifestyle yourself. Give Sherrill, Kathleen or Laura a call at (210) 209-8956 to discuss the independent lifestyle choices available. 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.
parents that their son or daughter is smart and seems to understand the material, but just can’t manage to get the schoolwork done. If this frustrates you, could you imagine how frustrating it is for your child? Although having the ability to process multiple trains of thought does lead to creative thinking, it also makes it difficult to focus and follow through with one idea. Your child may have all these great ideas, but doesn’t finish what she starts. When attention is focused inward, the tracking of time may be lost on children with ADHD. They may appear slow, irresponsible or inconsiderate of your time, but it is likely that they are simply unable to judge time accurately. So how do you teach your child to control his attention? Try teaching your child these four steps and have her practice using them at home and school: Help her begin to recognize what it feels like to be focused and what it feels like not to be focused. Guide her in becoming aware of what she
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is doing when she is not focused on the task at hand. What is her body doing? How is she sitting? What does her breathing feel like? Identify what triggered the loss of attention. A tapping pencil? The ringing of a phone? Children playing outside the classroom? Help her develop a strategy for regaining focus. 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, attention difficulties can be caused by inefficiencies cognitive processing. 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 1 on 1 attention training is the most effective way to boost your child’s attention self-control and confidence. Leslie Jernigan, M.A., 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) 4952626 for a Free Consultation.
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Reagan Promotes Greater Vertical Alignment
Representatives from the Regan cluster visit Hardy Oak Elementary classrooms and Lopez Middle School to learn about current practices.
Special To Welcome Home epresentatives from campuses in the Reagan cluster observed classrooms at Hardy Oak Elementary School and Lopez Middle School on Dec. 3 in order to learn about current practices at both campuses and promote greater vertical alignment in the cluster. Following the walks, Brenda Shelton,
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Reagan principal, led participants in a debrief session examining levels of student engagement and rigor of questioning in the classrooms. The cluster representatives provided positive feedback as well as recommendations for best practices and next steps in fine tuning alignment between elementary, middle, and high school and set goals for further efforts to improve instruction and alignment.
Reagan Rattler Cheer And Dance Try-Outs Submitted By Carey Thomas, Reagan Spirit Board Historian he Reagan Dance and Cheer coaches will be hosting their annual tryout information session for all young ladies interested in the Silver Star Drill Team, Diamond Dancer Dance team, and the Reagan Cheerleader Freshmen, JV, and Varsity squads. The meeting will hold place on January 26, 2015 in the Reagan Cafeteria from 6:308:30 pm. You must attend this meeting if you want to try out for any of the teams. A parent and dancer/cheerleader should plan on attending. Pertinent information regarding tryouts and required paperwork will be distributed at this time. The only exception is incoming (20152016) freshmen pep squad dancers; that
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Reagan Cheerleaders Soar At Competitions Submitted By Carey Thomas, Reagan Spirit Board any know that Cheerleaders play a valuable role during football games rallying the crowds and leading our team on with Reagan Spirit. What they don’t know is that Reagan Rattler Cheerleaders are busy all year round conditioning and practicing for local, regional, and national competitions. Our Cheer team consists of two competition teams that dance, cheer, stunt and tumble. The Ronald Reagan High School Cheerleading teams are deep into competition season. They attended their first competition on November 16 at St.
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Mary’s University along with several other local high schools. Both JV and Varsity teams took home 1st place trophies for best performance! Immediately following the Reagan playoff win on November 22, the team traveled to Texas State University to compete in Regional Competition. Rattler Spirit once again brought home a 1st place win for the Varsity Cheerleaders and a fourth place finish for our JV team! Way to go Rattlers! Cheerleaders are preparing for their National Competition in Orlando, Florida on February 7 and 8. Good Luck Ladies.
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It Only Takes A Spark Submitted By Christy Riggs t only takes a spark to get a fire going. At Bush Middle School there is a small committee of passionate people lead by the librarian, Christie Hirst to ignite the fire in every student at the middle school to read for pleasure every day. The committee realized early on that this lofty goal could not be successful without the support and partnership from the wonderful administration and teachers at Bush Middle School as well as the community. To better understand why we believe it is critical that every child both young and old becomes literate and passionate readers; we need to first explain some staggering statistics. A recent study published by One World Literacy Foundation showed that 53% of fourth graders read every day for fun while that number drastically declines to a mere 20% by eighth grade. If that doesn’t make you worried then the fact that 50% of adults read at or below a fifth grade level should catch your attention. Children between the ages of 10 and 16 who read for pleasure make more progress not only in vocabulary and spelling but also in math than those who rarely read. (Sullivan and Brown 2013) Some people might say, “We just don’t have time in our busy lives.” Yet, plenty of time is spent on electronic devices, watching television, and playing video games. To quote Francie Alexander, a Scholastic Academic Officer, “ Even though we have more access to the world through technology, there’s still nothing like the interaction
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between a young person and a text, to help them be a better student and a better member of society. None of us is going to experience the whole world in the way that we wish we could through immediacy, but we can experience the whole world through books.” A study by the National Literacy Trust found that it is vital that children enjoy reading. They went on to say, “Motivation is essential for acquiring literacy skills. Reading for pleasure is more important than either wealth or social class as an indicator of success at school.” The program that Bush Middle School is rolling out is one of motivation through recognition. For now it is being called, “Sweet Reads.” Each student is asked to read more than 20 books a year. The reward program comes through the generosity of our community business partners such as Everything Bundt Cakes who graciously donated gift cards to be awarded to the students who participate for individual bundt cakes. We are extremely excited about this program and plan to partner with many more community business leaders and reward the students while igniting a spark that ultimately creates a fire for the love of reading. Together we can make a difference! By putting excuses aside and encouraging, supporting, and recognizing our students, we believe we can ignite a spark in every student to put down their phones and replace them with a “sweet read”. Dr. Seuss was a gift to the world of
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Professional Ophthalmologist
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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
Family Medicine
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
Lynnell C. Lowry, M.D. Alamo Eye Institute Board Certified Ophthalmologist 18720 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 119 697-3821 • see map pg. 19
Little Teeth of Texas Shawna Gerling, D.D.S. 21714 Hardy Oak Blvd., Suite 102 497-8787 • see map pg. 19 www.littleteethoftexas.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
San Antonio Eye Center Abrams, Erdmancyzk, Hahn, Harris, Nicolau, Ming-Zhao, Stephenson, Roberts 14807 San Pedro 226-6169 • www.saeye.com
Allergy and Immunology
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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
Dermatology
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 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 Seguin, David R DDS 2235 Thousand Oak Dr., Ste. 120 At corner of Thousand Oaks Dr and Henderson Pass 496-2533 • see map pg. 19 64 www.drseguin-dentist.com
Marcos Mecidal Care Yolanda Marcos MD Amita Kumar MD, Audrey Rodriguez PA-C 510 Med Court, Suite 210 494-4290 • www.marcosmedical.com
Hospital 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
Pediatrics Pulmonary & Sleep
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Kelly J. Smith, MD 19260 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 101 615-3700 www.pedipulm.com
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.stoneoaktso.com
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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
Radiology
Tricity Pain Associates P.A. U. Dar, MD, S. Vasireddy MD, K. Monis MD. 110 Stone Oak Loop 268-0129 www.sapaindoc.com, www.tricitypaindoc.com
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Huebner Pediatrics Dr. Michelle Storandt • Dr. Adelnery Gonzalez 15714 Huebner Rd., Bldg. 3 447-3000 www.huebnerpediatrics.com Tejas Pediatrics Dr Bauer, Dr Beatty, Dr. Henigan 20642 Stone Oak Pkwy. 479-3000 www.tejaspediatricssa.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
Schatz Orthodontics Eric Schatz, DDS 22610 U.S. Highway 281, Suite 201 272-7129 • www.alohasmiles.net
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Orthodontics For Adults/Children 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
Pharmacy
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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Stone Oak Pediatric Dentistry “Susie” S. Hayden, DDS, P.A. 20322 Huebner Rd., Suite 103 491-4141 • see map pg. 19 www.drsusie.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 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 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
Weight Loss
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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Lopez Choir Has Been Busy
Students who were selected for this prestigious Honor Choir participated in a clinic and concert on November 1st at Alamo Heights High School.
Submitted By Jeanette Shoaf he Lopez Middle School Choir has had a busy 2014 school year and still running strong. On September 12th the Varsity Choir was invited to sing at the new Whataburger on Wilderness Oak Ribbon Cutting event. On October 14th they had a successful Fall Choir Concert in the school cafeteria. On October 17th and 18th was the Region Honor Choir Competition. Approximately 70 7th and 8th grade Lopez students registered to compete at
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Six Flags Holiday in the Park Christmas Events, invited the Varsity Choir to perform on December 13th.
accomplishment Panthers! Two other special choir moments was the opportunity to sing at the Red Ribbon celebration on October 28th and for Veteran’s Day on November 11th both events held at the school concourse. It was a very humid and warm day during that Red Ribbon celebration and a very cold and breezy day on Veteran’s Day. The Lopez Choir has proven to be strong and determined! The Holiday Concert, a popular and always anticipated concert was on December 9th. That’s not all, Six Flags
THE’s Incredible Gift: Michelle Kaiman Submitted By Kimbree Camp uscany Heights Elementary has a volunteer parent, Michelle Kaiman, who was awarded the NEISD Outstanding Volunteer Award once again. This was a back to back award for her! She dedicates each day, often the entire 24 hours, to helping the teachers at Tuscany Heights be successful and happy at their workplace. Because of her, the teacher’s workroom (and her home away from home) has become her main depot for not only bonding paper and sticking together worksheets but it’s also become the place where she bonded together and made lasting friendships. This is the place her and the staff have stuck together through the good times, the bad times, the laminator breaking down, and running out of white paper. “Michelle not only benefits our staff by allowing them time to give back to their students and instructional planning but having her also benefits our students directly,” explained Principal Tara Bailey, “They benefit by having incredible resources: games, interactive work sheets and charts to build their skills in the classroom. For Michelle to continue her volunteering here at THE, when we are no
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become successful parents and citizens. Organizations such as the Alamo West Coast Swing Club, through their donation are providing essential needs for many of the program’s teen parents in the form of diapers, formula and clothing. The Alamo West Coast Swing Club is
a non-profit dance group that is located in San Antonio, Texas. Each year they select an organization to benefit from their holiday giving and this year, with their 17 year old Project Coordinator, Arden Lange, they raised $2,900 in donations to support North East ISD parenting students.
Arden Lange (blue) presents a symbolic check of $2,900 to NEISD Family Support Services.
Special To Welcome Home he North East ISD Family Support Services, graciously accepted a symbolic check for $2,900 on behalf of the School Age Parenting Program from the Alamo West Coast Swing Club on Dec. 6. The check represents the dollar value of
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Holiday in the Park – Christmas Events, invited the Varsity Choir to perform on December 13th, it was exciting and fun to say the least. All this and its only school year 2014! We can’t wait to see what the Lopez Choir has in store for us in 2015! Thank you Ms. Kelley, Choral Director, for your love of teaching music and your constant support of your awesome students and their families. We are so very proud of the student dedication in Choir.
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6th Annual Fincke Cup Soccer Clinic
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Save The Date: The 2015 Fincke Cup Soccer Clinic will be held Sunday, March 1st at the Mays YMCA.
Submitted By Stephanie Fincke he 6th annual Fincke Cup Soccer Clinic will be held on Sunday, March 1st from 2 – 4 p.m. at the Mays YMCA with registration beginning at 1:30 p.m. (a rain date is still TBD). You can pre-register or sign up to volunteer for the clinic at www. FinckeCup.com. Deadline to register for the clinic to ensure a 2015 Fincke Cup T-shirt is Sunday, February 15th. T-shirts can be pre-ordered on the website as well through February 15th with mailing options available for delivery. Preregistration will continue until Saturday, February 28th but will not guarantee a t-shirt if registering for the clinic after February 15th. The clinic will run from 2 – 4 p.m. The cost for pre-registration is $25 and $30 for walk-ins the day of the clinic. Each participant should bring cleats (or athletic
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To date over $24,000 in scholarships has been awarded to deserving San Antonio students. The soccer clinic for the youth of San Antonio is the main fundraiser that supports the scholarship awards and allows the local high school soccer players an opportunity to teach soccer skills to the youth of San Antonio. There will be local soccer club coaches in attendance as well as a presence from the SA Scorpions professional soccer team. The 6th annual Fincke Cup Soccer Match will be held on Tuesday, March 1st. The girl’s game will begin at 5PM followed by the boys game at 7 p.m. with the presentation of the Fincke Cup trophy at the conclusion of the boys game. Come out and support the RHS and JHS soccer teams at Blossom Athletic Center in this special memorial tribute to Ian.
Ian’s foundation was the inspiration behind bringing wheelchair soccer to San Antonio and continues to support the STRAPS (South Texas Regional Adaptive and Paralympic Sports) at Morgan’s Wonderland. Ian’s Foundation also supports the local YMCA by providing scholarships to allow San Antonio youth that could not afford to play soccer the opportunity to play the sport that Ian loved so much. We are looking for donations of gently used soccer equipment to help with this cause. There will be a drop box at the soccer clinic as well as at locations throughout San Antonio. Please visit www.IansFoundation.org to see locations or if interested in making a donation or becoming a sponsor.
Marching Together From Past To Present For Our Future By City of San Antonio MLK, Jr. Commission staff ach year, a variety of educational, inspirational and celebratory events honor one of the nation’s most revered civil rights leaders. The signature event, the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, is scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2015. The march will begin at 10 a.m. at the MLK Academy located in the 3500 block of MLK Drive and end at PittmanSullivan Park, 1101 Iowa. Once again, it is expected to draw more than 100,000 adults and children. San Antonio hosts one of the largest marches in the United States. The MLK, Jr. Commission organizes the march and leads the community effort of various events paying tribute to Dr. King. The wide variety of educational, inspirational and celebratory events, take
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place at locations across the city. The “Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial City-County Commission,” now referred to as the “San Antonio Martin Luther King, Jr. Commission” or “MLK, Jr. Commission,” was established on April 3, 1986, by official act of the San Antonio City Council through City Resolution No. 86-15-19 under the leadership of then-Mayor Henry Cisneros. The MLK, Jr. Commission is a volunteer organization. On January 19, 1987, chaired by Aaronetta Pierce, the Commission and the City of San Antonio held its first official Martin Luther King, Jr. March. Although in 2015 the City of San Antonio celebrates the 28th anniversary of this City-sponsored event, the history of the local MLK, Jr. March goes back even further. The late Rev. Dr. Raymond “R.A.” Callies, Sr., a San Antonio teacher, pastor and one of the founders of the San Antonio
MLK, Jr. March began leading processions in San Antonio honoring Dr. King’s legacy soon after Dr. King’s death on April 4, 1968 and worked tirelessly to have a statue of Dr. King erected. Since then, community members, each year increasing in number, have gathered to honor the life and legacy of Dr. King. This year’s theme is “Marching Together from Past to Present for Our Future.” Improving the quality of our youth’s education is very important to the MLK, Jr. Commission. If you would like to support the MLK, Jr. March, annual MLK, Jr. scholarships, or any of events that will take place, the MLK, Jr. Commission welcomes the partnership of local and national businesses. Please contact the City of San Antonio MLK, Jr. Commission staff by email.
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The annual Martin Luther King, Jr. March, is scheduled for Monday, January 19, 2015. The march will begin at 10 a.m. at the MLK Academy.
Retired Teachers Association Ready For 2015 Submitted By Barry and Michele Bibb he North San Antonio Retired Teachers Association is ready for 2015. We have an exciting meeting planned at our first meeting of the new year. We always meet the 3rd Wednesday of each month at San Pedro Presbyterian
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providing educational and informative programming to viewers in 30 counties. It depends on public support from all citizens in this area to continue to air many wonderful series and various concerts that we have come to love. Plan on joining us on Wednesday, January
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Magical Times At Stone Oak Elementary Submitted By Deborah Deel ovember and December at Stone Oak Elementary School this year were a magical time. It all started with the Book Fair in November. Students were invited into Sir Readalot’s Castle complete with turrets, flags and a drawbridge. Once inside banners and pennants fluttered while a real knight in “shining armor” stood guard over the books. On Students were invited into Sir Readalot’s Castle complete with turrets, flags and Preview Day Thursday, a drawbridge. November 6th students for a school performance during the day and and teachers were invited to dress as their favorite medieval a second time that evening to entertain their character and have their photo taken with parents and families. The program was full of danger, adventure and of course plenty of the knight or in front of the castle. On Friday, November 7th the magic “pirate speak”, Arrr! December saw another castle go up continued with a Frozen Family Movie Night. The night was a reward for Stone at the library. This time it was Elsa and Oak Elementary students and their families Anna’s Arendelle home depicted at the for meeting the Million Minute Reading library doors for the annual Read Around Challenge set by Principal Krimbill. Elsa, the School held on December 18th. The Anna, and Olaf joined the students at the Winter Wonderland theme continued into festivities. The Stone Oak Elementary the library with glittering snowflakes PTA sold pizza, soda, candy and popcorn “falling” from the ceiling. The students for $1.00 each, turning the evening into a enjoyed an afternoon of wintery storytelling dinner and movie “date” for the Stone Oak in classrooms decorated to match the storybook theme. The magical times at Elementary families. Tuesday, December 2nd was the Fifth Stone Oak Elementary concluded with Grade Performance after the PTA meeting. holiday parties on December 19th before The musical program this year was “Pirates”. the students left for winter break. The fifth graders donned their pirate attire
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Special To Welcome Home hen Parents Believe, Children Achieve.” That was the theme of this year’s North East ISD Parent Involvement Conference, where more than 300 North East ISD parents and guardians entered the Education Service Center, Region 20 (ESC20) on Dec. 12. Coordinated by the dedicated individuals that make up the NEISD Family Specialist Department, the conference featured an opening speech from Dr. Brian Gottardy, superintendent of schools, an inspirational presentation from radio and television personality Sonny Melendrez and a variety of breakout sessions centered on connecting home and school for student success. Topics this year included: How to help your child succeed in math, science, and reading; and how to be a better parent. An Informational Fair provided the opportunity for parents to interact with a variety of community agencies and organizations. For many, it was their first year attending the conference. “I don’t know what’s going to be involved or what to expect, but I’m looking forward to being surprised,” said Aseneth French, a mother of two NEISD students who heard about the conference after attending the Parent Academy – another program offered by Family Specialists to District parents. “Attending the Parent Academy every
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Wednesday, having the opportunity to go and meet with Family Specialist Ms. Pelaez has been great. I am eager to see what a full day of learning will bring.” Special Guest Speaker Sonny Melendrez inspired all in attendance with his life story and easy to remember tips on parent involvement. Parents learned his four key terms for Enthusiastic Parent Involvement. They included: Responsibility, Attitude, Vision and Encouragement. There were plenty of big laughs throughout thanks to his fantastic stories and on point impressions of classic cartoon characters like Yogi Bear and Boo-Boo Bear. The conference was a great representation of the Family Specialist Department’s core belief: By working together our educators and parents can help students become successful, lifelong learners.
Reagan Orchestra Spreads Musical Cheer
The Reagan Orchestra kicked off their holiday performances with a visit to Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Northwoods Shopping Center.
Submitted By Katherine Johnston s veteran Dallas Symphony violinist and educator Arkady Fomin liked to say about groups of musicians, “If you make one friend, you can play a duet. If you make two friends, you have a trio.” The Reagan Orchestra kicked off their holiday performances with a visit to Barnes & Noble Booksellers in Northwoods Shopping Center for a few short small ensemble gigs with friends. The Sinfonia, Sinfonietta and Chamber Orchestras also
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treated shoppers to traditional sounds of the season during short concerts throughout the day. The Reagan Symphony Orchestra played two back-to-back concerts featuring the Kantorei Choir, as well as playing their own holiday repertoire along with the Sinfonia, Philharmonia and Camerata Orchestras. On Saturday, December 13th, the Texas Music Educators Association Region 12 Philharmonic and Symphony Orchestras presented a concert of master works
Shoppers at Northwoods Shopping Center were treated to the sounds of the holidays by the Reagan, Sinfonia, Sinfonietta and Chamber Orchestra.
including Mendelssohn’s Reformation Symphony No. 5 and Khachaturian’s Masquerade Suite. The Reagan orchestra program was wellrepresented in these two highly selective groups comprised of some of the best players in the region: Symphony Orchestra members included Andrea Brun, Adrian Casillas, Audria Fogerty-Ramirez, Jesse Gilpin, Ellen Johnston, Michael Lange, Sam Lin, Camille Mojica, Lana St. Clair, Jodei Pasasadaba, New New Cheng, Robby
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Ylagan, Hayden Brown, and Nico Robalin. Members of the Philharmonic Orchestra included Gabrielle Cayas, Ashley James, Elise Maas, Priya Sarlashkar, Brian Wang, Tori Johnson, Stephen Beecher, Thomas Messer, and Sophie Rowe. The concert was presented to a very appreciative capacity audience in the Reagan Fine Arts Auditorium.
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The Facts: Medical & Dental Expenses And Your Taxes
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for medical transportation, you can deduct actual out-of-pocket expenses such as gas and oil, or you can deduct the standard mileage rate for medical expenses, which is 23.5 cents per mile for 2014. 8. No double benefit. You can’t claim a tax deduction for medical and dental expenses you paid with funds from your Health Savings Accounts or Flexible Spending Arrangements. Amounts paid with funds from those plans are usually tax-free. If you need help figuring out what qualifies as a medical expense, please don’t hesitate to send call or send an email to Ray CPA Tax and Accounting at rray@ raycpallc.com or call (210)288-0824. We are located at 20079 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 1290 or visit our website at www. thesanantoniocpa.com
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Farrah Lee-Elabd, age 16, won the bronze medal at the Junior Women’s event and Robin Cheong, age 16, won 6th place finalist medal at the Cadet Men’s event.
Submitted By Velizar Iliev wo Cadets from the Olympian Fencing Club in San Antonio won bronze and 6th place finalist medals in the Cadets and Junior events at the 2014 North American Cup Fencing Competition. The event took place November 7-10, 2014 at the Kentucky International Convention
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Center in Louisville, KY. Farrah Lee-Elabd, age 16, won the bronze medal at the Junior Women’s event and she competed against 180 female athletes 19 years and under. Robin Cheong, age 16, won 6th place finalist medal at the Cadet Men’s event and he competed against 171 male athletes 16 years and under. Both fencers
Jazz Fans And A Good Cause Submitted By Sandy Whitley n December 18, at the Lambermont House located at 950 East Grayson Street, the third Grayson Street Jazz evening was held. Proceeds benefited the St. Paul Episcopal Montessori School. The website explaining what Grayson Street Jazz is all about can be found at www. graysonstreetjazz.com and the website about the Lambermont House is www. lambermontevents.com. This beautiful property has been completely restored in recent years, and for those who appreciate the art of restoration, it is lovely to behold. The school and Lambermont House are considering continuing this type of fund raiser into 2015 once every quarter. The modest entry fee for general admission included 2 drink tickets. Guest vendors
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competed against top US fencers as well as fencers from Canada, France, Lebanon and other countries. Farrah and Robin are both High School Juniors and straight A students at Saint Mary’s Hall. They both train at the Olympian Fencing Club (http://www. olympianfencingclub.com/) in San Antonio, Texas with some of the best fencers in the nation. They are coached by Velizar Iliev, a US Olympian and three-time World Champion.
offered some food items while participants enjoyed the venue. VIP ticket tables for 4 were also offered which included both drinks and light hordeurves. The beautiful spaces of the Lambertmont House with 3 cozy burning fireplaces, and the elegant building dressed to impress in its holiday splendor, was an exceptional setting for live jazz music, joyful decorations, food and drink. Such a fundraiser as this provides a lovely evening, as the Lambermont House and grounds are impressive and inviting. Many volunteered their time and resources; from the musicians, to the Lambermont House, church and school. Please check out the websites/KRTUand be alert for future jazz evenings which support a good cause. Let’s all hope they continue!
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Reagan Presents “Les Miserables”
Submitted By Deana Abiassi he Ronald Reagan Theater department will showcase five performances of the sung-through musical, Les Miserables, on February 4 – 8th at the Ronald Reagan High School Auditorium. The show will feature over 200 performers combining the award winning talents among the Reagan theater, choir and orchestra students. The performances will be on Wednesday through Saturday 7:00 p.m. with a Sunday, Matinee at 3:00 p.m. Les Miserables, the musical, is based on the novel, written by acclaimed French poet and novelist, Victor Hugo, with world acclaimed music by Claude-Michel Schonberg. “Les Mis is extremely difficult to produce and perform,” explained, Gloria Robinson, theater department director for Ronald Reagan High School since 2000, “but, this year we have the combined acting and vocal talent to perform this beautiful and moving story and our students are already working and dedicated to bringing this to the stage and to our community.” The setting is 19th Century France and is the story of Jean Valjean. Valjean is a French peasant that serves 19 years for stealing a loaf of bread for his sister’s starving child. Upon release from prison, his search for redemption brings him to a kindly Bishop that inspires him by a tremendous act of mercy and convicts him to lead a life of good works and Christian actions toward others. However, Valjean breaks his parole in an effort to start anew and as a result he is relentlessly chased by a police inspector named Javert. Valjean befriends a rejected, young mother, Fantine, and upon her death agrees to raise her daughter, Cosette as his own. Valjean and a cast of characters are swept into the revolutionary period in France,
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where a young group of idealists, led by Marius and Enjolras make a final stand in a street fight and barricade. Reflecting on the 80+ performances that Robinson has produced at Reagan, “this is a beautiful story that has a deep and thoughtprovoking message,” Robinson explained, “and this is a very technical and challenging production for our technical theatre students as well as for all of the singers and orchestra students that will be playing continuously in the orchestra pit…This is a production that they will remember for a lifetime.” The role of Valjean will be played by senior, Jared Dees, who is a 2 year All-State choir member and member of the Reagan choir and theater department. He played the lead as Jekyll and Hyde in last year’s musical and has been in numerous Reagan productions and is a member of Reagan’s performance choir, Soundsations. “I am deeply honored about playing this role and am committed to captivating the core of the Valjean’s character and his message,” stated Dees, “he is such an iconic character and I just want to do him justice.” He also expressed his love for the “beautiful music” and went on to explain how the Reagan theatre and choir departments have enriched his life and high school experience. “We are all such good friends and so supportive of each other, “he explained, “It is going to be an amazing experience for all of us.” The role of Inspector Javert will be played by three-year All-State bass, Matthew Marinelli, and the Bishop of Digne, by two-year All-State bass, Alex Vanderpot. Fantine will be played by senior Julianna Zepeda and Eponine by senior, Alexx Stock both are member of Reagan’s theatre productions class and Choir’s Soundsations. The humorous and outrageous inn-keeper,
Thenardier, will be played by four-year theater production student, Antonio Abarca and member of Reagan’s Soundsations. “I get to provide the comic relief for the show and really ham it up”, commented Abarca. Cosette will be played by senior, Lily Myatt, who is a one-year All-State choir Alto and one-year theatre production student and member of Soundsations. “I feel so blessed and excited to be playing this character,” said Myatt, “all of the time and wonderful training from our teachers had led us to this point.” Young revolutionary, Marius Pontmercy, will be played by one-year All-State choir tenor, John Abiassi. Abiassi is a 4-year theatre production student and member of Soundsations. “This is a dream role for me, “commented Abiassi, “I cannot wait to bring this story to the stage and to finish my senior year with this group of friends and with this challenging show. The music is amazing and our teachers will help us bring the house down.” Vocal training will be provided by Reagan’s head choir teacher, Mary Cowart and assistant, Christian DeLa Cruz. Hundreds of hours of vocal technique will go into perfecting the beautiful and continuous music in this “operatic-styled” musical. “We will work diligently to train the students to maximize their vocal technique for this production,” explained Mary Cowart, “the amount of talent that we have with these students cannot be overstated and they have a tremendous work ethic and desire to strive for perfection. We are proud of them and look forward to bringing this collaborative effort to our community.” Les Miserables will be held at the Reagan High School auditorium on February 4 – 7th
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at 7:00 p.m. and on Sunday, February 8th at 3:00 p.m. The show is expected to sell out the 900+ auditorium for each performance, so advance ticket purchase is recommended. All seats are reserved with $10.00 for upper section and $20.00 for lower section. For ticket information or to purchase, www.rrhstheatre.com or call 1-866-9678167. Groups of 10 or more should email: rrhstheatre@gmail.com.
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Simple Ways To Make Resolutions Stick This Time Special To Welcome Home new year often begins with good intentions, as thousands resolve to make positive changes in their lives. Resolutions are easy to make when one is toasting at midnight and ready to take on the world. But resolutions can be harder to keep as the days turn into weeks and weeks become months. Researchers at the University of Minnesota found that 80 percent of resolution-makers have given up by Valentine’s Day. A January 2012 poll conducted in England found that, of the 3,000 respondents, roughly three-quarters of them admitted they were no longer confident they would stick to their resolutions for the rest of the month. There are several different reasons why resolutions fail, and recognizing potential pitfalls can help people stick with their positive changes throughout the new year. The following are a few ways to ensure your resolutions last the year. Don’t make an unrealistic resolution. Losing weight is a popular resolution. Some resolve to drop dozens of pounds in an effort to completely transform their bodies. However, when the weight doesn’t magically come off, it can be easy to grow discouraged. Weight loss is not instantaneous, and healthy weight-loss plans advocate gradual weight loss, such as 1 to 2 pounds per week. It can take several months to see a considerable difference if you’re aiming to lose 50 pounds. Instead of setting such a lofty weight-loss goal, establish
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new hobbies may stretch your budget, and if you cannot afford a resolution, how can you keep it? If money is a concern, choose resolutions that are fiscally possible. Keep resolutions private if you so prefer. Many people are compelled to share their resolutions with friends and family. However, that can lead to feelings of competition or animosity if someone is realizing goals before you. Feel free to keep your resolution private as you go through the process. Once you have met your goal,
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then you can share your success with others. Don’t give up too easily. Some people are up for a challenge and others are not. Resolutions typically require a little extra effort, especially in the early stages. Resolutions will not necessarily be easy to keep, but the longer you stick to a resolution the easier it becomes to make it a reality, so resist the temptation to throw in the towel too early.
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January Calendar of Events SOBA & 10 WEST SPEED NETWORKING Wed, January 28. (Canyon Springs Golf Club, 24405 Wilderness Oak) 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Join the Stone Oak Business Association and the 10 West Business Association for a night of speed networking. At this event you have the opportunity to introduce yourself and your company everyone in attendance. Make sure to RSVP early. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for non-members. To RSVP call 210-3488233, go online to www.welcomehomesa.com, or email soba@satx.rr.com. CHRISTMAS LIGHT FEST Thurs, January 1. (Don Strange Ranch, 103 Waring Welfare Road) 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Enjoy family fun and start a new holiday tradition with two million lights sparkling across two miles of scenic ranchland at Don Strange Ranch during Christmas LightFest. Tickets are $20 and may be purchased in advance online at www. sanantoniochristmaslightsfest.com. RESIDENT ART SHOW Thurs, January 1. (Artpace, 445 N. Main Ave.) This FREE event features something for everyone. Artpace opens its fall 2014 Artist in Residence Program Exhibition on Thursday. The show features work conceived and completed during a two-month residency at the downtown “art laboratory” by Austin artist Anna Krachey, who often draws from domestic life in her elaborate photographic still-lifes; New York-based Adam Helms, who explores the psychology and iconography of radical politics and subcultures in his photography, drawing and sculpture; and Japanese artist Takashi Arai, who is well known in his country as a unique contemporary daguerreotypist. DISNEY’S THE LION KING Fri, January 2 – Sun, January 4. (Majestic Theatre, 226 East Houston Street) Times range. Disney’s “The Lion King” returns to the Majestic Theatre next week for a long run. Those with a tendency toward tardiness, take note: You must be in your seat when the show starts. If you’re not, you may be stranded in the lobby, unable to enter until well after the opening procession of the animals, a deeply moving scene in which the creatures move through the theater. It whets the appetite for the visual grandeur and emotionally rich storytelling to follow. Ticket prices range from $35 - $171 and can be purchased at www. ticketmaster.com. THE GREAT TAILGATE OF SAN ANTONIO Fri, January 2. (Alamo Dome, 310 Montana Street) 3:00 p.m. This wristband gives you access to the best party kicking off the 2015 Alamo Bowl! It includes, open bar(beer, wine, margaritas), catered food by Heavenly Gourmet, Live bands and entertainment, including Mysterious Ways U2 tribute band, HD televisions streaming the program, VIP Lounge seating with heat lamps. Wristband holders have the option to go in and out of the party as well as access to onsite restrooms. UTSA VS RICE - WOMENS BASKETBALL Fri, January 2. (UTSA Convocation Center, One UTSA Circle) 7:00 p.m. The 2013–14 UTSA Roadrunners women’s basketball team represents the University of Texas at San Antonio during the 2013–14 NCAA Division I women’s basketball season. The Roadrunners, led by first year head coach Lubomyr Lichonczak, play their home games at the Convocation Center and are first year members of Conference USA. Come on down to the Convocation Center for a great basketball game from your local Womens College Basketball Team! MANET TO GAUGUIN Fri, January 2. (McNay Art Museum, 6000 North New Braunfels) Organized to coincide with intimate impressionism from the national gallery of Art, this exhibition, featuring approximately 30 works, focuses on one of the great strengths of the McNay’s graphics collection, 19th century
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prints. Admission ranges from Free to $15. NATURE CONNECTS – ART WITH LEGO BRICKS Fri, January 2 – Sun, January 4. (San Antonio Botanical Garden) 5 p.m. Join us as the Garden presents 27 sculptures that make up 14 displays created from nearly 500,000 LEGO® bricks! Placed throughout the Garden, the displays range in size from 6 inches to nearly 8 feet. The largest sculpture is a mother bison, made from 45,143 bricks! Each sculpture has an internal structure built with steel rods and plates, which provide support and balance for the large works. Surrounding the support structure, each sculpture is constructed entirely from LEGO® bricks, glued together using only the connections of the bricks, one at a time placed by artist Sean Kenney – www.seankenney.com. Nature Connects is open during regular Garden operating hours, through January 4, 2015. Regular admission rates apply. CHUCHO REYES, THE SHOW WILL START Sat, January 3 – Sat, January 17. (Inverarte Art Gallery, 923 N Loop 1604) This showing is free! This exhibition presents a selection of 17 masterpieces by Chucho Reyes that were part of the Guy Moore Collection, a renowned Beverly Hills architect and designer, who established a friendship with Chucho Reyes in the 1940’s. His aesthetic point of view is an example of Mexican Modernism, which was expressed not only pictorially, but also in his conception of architecture. His influence was decisive in renowned architects, such as Luis Barragan, Mathias Goeritz, Max Cetto, Juan Sordo Madaleno and Ricardo Legorreta. VIOLENCE FUELS BLUE STAR EXHIBIT Sun, January 4. (Blue Star Contemporary Art Museum, 116 Blue Star) “I was moved to create this series of drawings, “Tierra y Libertad (Land and Liberty),” after the disappearance of a close friend due to drug cartel violence,” says Fernando Andrade, one of the city’s top young artists. Andrade’s show shares Blue Star Contemporary Art Museum with a group installation called “Spatial Planes,” an exhibition of paintings by Joe Lopez, and an installation titled “Northern Triangle” dealing with border issues: Steve Bennett. This event continues throughout the month every Friday –Sunday. Admission ranges from $3 - $5. MONSTER TRUCK JAM KICK OFF Thurs, January 8. (Kent Powersports, 15664 IH-35 North) 2 – 5 p.m. Check out the Captain’s Curse Monster Jam truck and meet the driver, Alex Blackwell. Food from 2pm - 5pm, and enter for a chacne to win 2 tickets to Monster Jam! Admission for this event is free. UTSA VS SOUTHERN MISSISSIPPI – MENS BASKETBALL Thurs, January 8. (UTSA Convocation Center, One UTSA Circle) The UTSA Roadrunner’s Men’s Basketball Team represents the University of Texas at San Antonio, Texas. Originally competing as an NCAA independent in 1981-1982, the Roadrunners joined the Atlantic Sun Conference in 1986-1987, and eventually joined the Southland Conference in 1991-1992. The team is currently a member of Conference USA, and plays its game at the oncampus Convocation Center, and is coached by former NBA player Brooks Thompson. UTSA has won four conference tournaments and three conference regular season championships. Bring the family and come support your local UTSA Men’s Basketball team! Admission ranges from $7 - $20. SALOME Thurs, January 8. (Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle) An opera in one act Based on the play by Oscar Wilde Music and Libretto by Richard Strauss Sung in German with projected English translations The nubile princess Salome lusts for the imprisoned John the Baptist. Her stepfather, King Herod,
lusts for her. He asks her to dance in exchange for anything she wants. Her price: the prophet’s head! Powerful, intense, salacious — since its 1905 world premiere, Strauss’ hair-raising retelling of this biblical tale continues to shock and thrill audiences. Tickets range from $29 $145 and can be purchased at tobi.tobincenter. org. G.R.E.G 2ND ANNUAL 5K RUN/WALK Sat, January 10. (McAllister Park Pavilion #2, 13102 Jones Maltsberger Road) 8 a.m. It’s that time again to participate, in the 2nd annual Baby Greg III Kids and SIDS 5K walk/run. Your commitment makes a huge impact on those who have suffered the loss of a child to SIDS. Registration is officially open for Baby Greg’s 2nd Annual 5k walk/run. Click on the link to register: www.kidsandsids.org. Thank you for your support and always remember G.R.E.G: God Relieves Emotional Grief. Price to participate ranges from $7 - $20. $7.00 Registration with shirt $15.00 Virtural Walkers $7.00. TEAM IN TRAINING RESOLUTION RUN Sat, January 10. (Brackenridge Park, 3700 North St. Mary’s Street) 8 a.m. Is a Marathon or Half Marathon on your Bucket List? Take the First Step and Try Team In Training for FREE! Team In Training will change your life with best in class endurance sports coaching, daily work-outs, clinics & 1x1 support. You’ll change the lives of cancer patients by raising funds for critical research & patient services. To join is free so get out of the house and start meeting your goals! THE SPIRIT OF MICHAEL JACKSON Sun, January 11. (Aztec Theatre, 201 E. Commerce Street, Suite 200) Paramount pays tribute to the pop legends’ life and legacy with a stunning stage presentation. The show features one of the top Michael Jackson impersonators straight from the Vegas stage! The show’s dance troupe performs all of Michael Jackson’s choreography to perfection! The production includes lasers, large screen video projection, concert lighting and 50,000 watts of awesome sound. Spanning his forty year career, the show will take the audience on a visual journey that captures the essence of Michael Jacksons’ worldwide concert appearances. It’s a show for the ages, and for all ages! Tickets range from $17 to $52 and can be purchased at http:// theaztectheatre.frontgatetickets.com. NORTHWEST TOASTMASTERS CLUB Mon, January 12. (Patriot Heights, 5000 Fawn Meadow) 6:45 p.m. Meetings are held in the Chapel of Patriot Heights main building Monday evenings 6:45 pm to 8:15 pm, unless it is a holiday. Come join us for fun while we work on our speaking and leadership skills. Visitors are welcome. Please come see a meeting in action. Prices to attend range from $48 to $68. SAN ANTONIO BOOK FESTIVAL – FICTION CONTEST Mon, January 12. (Central Library, 600 Soledad) 11:30 a.m. The San Antonio Book Festival is launching its 2nd annual Fiction Contest for students in grades 7 to 12, giving young writers the opportunity to showcase their creativity and narrative skills. Winners from three divisions, 7th/8th grades, 9th/10th grades and 11th/12th grades, will be awarded cash prizes, get their stories published on the San Antonio Book Festival website and be recognized at the Festival on April 11, 2015. First place winners will receive $250, second place will receive $150, and third place $100. First place winners also receive $500 for their schools. Entries are being accepted now through Jan. 12, 2015. Thirty finalists will be announced on Monday, February 2, 2015. The winners will be revealed the week of Feb. 16, 2015 with surprise visits to the recipients’ classrooms. For official rules and guidelines visit http://www.saplf.org/festival/ fiction-contest/.
7th Floor of Alkek Library at Texas State University) The Wittliff Collections are proud to present their first solo exhibition of images by one of America’s premier portrait photographers. In this series, based on his latest book from the University of Texas Press, Michael O’Brien celebrates the individuality and independent spirit of Texans—from ordinary folk to the rich and famous, including those born here and those who eventually made Texas home. For his new edition of The Face of Texas, O’Brien has added portraits and updated photographs of people from the first edition. This winning combination of images and stories about a fascinating, eclectic mix of Texans is a fitting homage to our unique state. 2ND ANNUAL RED BOWL RUN Sat, January 17. (Eilan San Antonio, La Cantera Pkwy) 8 a.m. The Red Bowl Fund supports mission partners across the globe as they carry out orphan care, prison ministry, and poverty/hunger alleviation efforts. These mission partners are grounded in the local church of these communities year-round and they rely largely on Red Bowl funding to support their life-saving and life-giving ministries. The Red Bowl fund is managed and distributed to these partners monthly by Grace Point Church in San Antonio, Texas. The cost to participate ranges from $25 $40 and can be purchased at www.carreraraces. com. STRAUSS: REQUIEM Fri, January 16 – Sat, January 17. (Tobin Center for the Performing Arts, 100 Auditorium Circle) 8 p.m. Valero Classics Series presents Strauss Festival January 16 & 17, 2015, 8:00 p.m. H-E-B Performance Hall at The Tobin Center Sebastian Lang-Lessing, conductor San Antonio Symphony Mastersingers, John Silantien, director Aaron Jay Kernis, Whisper, Echo, and a Cry, Mozart Overture to Don Giovanni, Tod und Verklärung MOZART Requiem in D minor. The Strauss Festival opens with the music of Richard Strauss and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in works portraying the struggles and redemption of mankind, and the terror of unrepentance. Tickets range from $25 - $81 and can be purchased at tobi.tobincenter.org. MAYA BEISER FEATURING GLENN KOTCHE Thurs, January 22. (Aztec Theatre, 201 E. Commerce Street, Suite 200) 7:30 p.m. Beiser has captivated audiences worldwide with her virtuosity, eclectic repertoire and relentless quest to redefine her instrument’s boundaries. A featured performer on the world’s most prestigious stages, Beiser appeared as soloist at the Sydney Opera House and New York’s Lincoln Center. She was also a featured speaker and performer at the 2011 TED conference; her TEDTalk has since garnered over half a million views online. Beiser has conceived, performed and produced her critically acclaimed multimedia concerts. Tickets range from $29 to $110 and can be purchased at theaztectheatre.frontgatetickets. com. MARVEL UNIVERSE LIVE Fri, January 23. (Alamodome, 100 Montana Street) 7:30 p.m. Marvel Universe LIVE! will captivate audiences with an authentic and original story that brings more than 25 Marvel characters together on one epic quest. The story is framed around the battle over the Cosmic Cube, the source of ultimate power and one of the most feared and coveted treasures in the Marvel Universe, that has been shattered into pieces by the Mighty Thor in order to prevent from falling into the wrong hands. With the pieces scattered across the flobe, Thor’s villainous brother Loki devises a scheme to clone its powers, inciting a threat that could not only decimate Earth but also obliterate the Universe. Tickets range from $20 to $75 and can be purchased at www. ticketmaster.com.
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5th Annual Run For The Heights
Submitted By Jennifer Bissen re you looking to start of 2015 with some health, fitness, wellness and FUN? We have it all and much more at the 5th Annual Run for the Heights, 5K Run/Walk, Kids’ Fun Run, & Health Fair, held at Tuscany Heights Elementary, on Saturday, February 28, 2015.
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Returning emcee, Vinnie Vinzetta, KENS 5 Sports Anchor, will kick off the event with the opening ceremony, followed by kids of all ages sprinting their way through the 3/4 mile Super Hero Fun Run. Come dressed to run as your favorite Super Hero!! All Fun Run participants will earn a prize with special awards for costumes. The chip-timed 5K is next with runners
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Run for the Heights raises funds for the Tuscany Heights Elementary PTA, a 501(c) 3 non-profit, while helping promote health and wellness in the community.
and walkers weaving their way through the challenging and hilly course. Using the latest timing technology, runners can view the race results on big screen monitors within minutes of crossing the finish line. Top runners will receive medals and gift certificates from local supporting businesses. After the races, participants can refuel at our post-race food & drink tent. Next, everyone is welcome to visit over 30 local businesses at the free Sponsor Expo & Health Fair to receive wellness information, get health screenings, and sample nutritional products. Free health screenings offered include blood pressure, glucose,
cholesterol and BMI. There will be plenty of kid friendly activities from our sponsors including brick building play tables and creative arts. You can also watch a variety of fitness demonstrations such as jump roping and martial arts. Run for the Heights raises funds for the Tuscany Heights Elementary PTA, a 501(c) 3 non-profit, while helping promote health and wellness in the community. Online registration is open now. Early bird registration ends February 1, 2015. See our website to register now, view event highlights and our generous sponsors at runfortheheights.tuscanyheightspta.org.
REGISTER NOW RUNFORTHEHEIGHTS.TUSCANYHEIGHTSPTA.ORG Lopez MS Band placed 39 students into the prestigious Region XII MS Bands!
Submitted By Kim Garza he Region XII MS Band Auditions were held at Lopez Middle School on Saturday, November 8th. Schools from all over San Antonio and surrounding areas in Region XII participated in this contest. Students competed against those who play their same instrument, battling against almost as many as 100 in their audition rooms, all to earn a place in the prestigious Region Band or Region Orchestra groups. When a band student earns a place in one of these groups, it is like making the “All Star Team” in the band world! Lopez MS Band placed 39 students into the prestigious Region XII MS Bands! This was the most by any school in the region and a tradition of excellence that Lopez Band strives for each year. 8 students also received 1st place in their sections, making them the best of the best! 9 students also earned high chairs in their sections, making them a Region Band member as well as making them a member of the Region Full Orchestra. 8 students also received District Band recognition for their placements. The 39 students that earned a place in the Region Band will be participating or performing in a clinic or concert with a special guest clinician on Friday and Saturday, December 5th and 6th at
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Johnson HS. In addition, the 9 students that placed into the Region Orchestra will be participating or performing the following weekend, December 12th and 13th at Reagan HS. Congratulations to the following Lopez MS Band members for their placement into the 2014 Region XII MS Band and Orchestra. Flute: Ariana Chavez, Olivia Ramirez, Zia Kim, Anjali Patel, Clarice Du, Kinley Hatch, Gabriel Jones, Hannah McClureOboe. Clarinet: Matthew Fein, Matthew Hill, Schuyler Johnson, Michael Garza, Eric Simon-Bass Clarinet. Saxophone: Bennett Kumbalek-Alto, Jacob Brockett-Alto, John Michael BrownTenor, Foster Simonsen-Bari. Trumpet: Hannah Watson, Joseph Napier, Tyler Lowry, Elise Frescas, Ian Uriegas, French Horn: Avery Darilek, Spencer Landen, Sarah Napier, Yvonne Cebe, Carson Brown. Trombone: Garrett Arnold, Kenan Turner, Benson Meadows, Gavin McCarthy, Mariah Dorman, Matthew Martinez-Tuba. Euphonium: Christopher Shanks, Daniel Castaneda. Percussion: Alexis Wilder, Ana Cravioto-Herrero, Jacob Lackey, Mitchell Spendlove.
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By Councilman Joe Krier District 9 (210) 207-7325
here has been discussion to support a proposal for the new Mayor and City Council to receive a salary as opposed to their current compensation of $20 per week. I have a few points that I want to highlight on this subject:
In order to institute Council pay for the new Mayor and City Council Members, we need to follow the process of amending the charter through a vote by the people. As required by the City Charter, it is essential that we take action on this only after a vote
Rock N Roll Marathon Special To Welcome Home ore than 24,000 runners, from professional athletes to casual joggers will rock the streets this weekend for the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & Half Marathon. Taking place in December for the first time in the event’s seven-year history, the 2014 event is introducing a new day of running with a 10k on Saturday. Additionally, America’s best distance runner Meb Keflezighi will headline race weekend by pacing the new Rock ‘n’ Roll 10k on Saturday and greeting participants at the marathon and half marathon start line as Sunday’s Grand Marshal. “From Boston to New York, 2014 has been a great year for me and I look forward to capping it off with thousands of my fellow runners in San Antonio,” said Meb, who recently finished 4th overall and was the first American at the 2014 New York
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City Marathon. “My motto, ‘Run To Win’ means to get the best out of yourself and I look forward to helping athletes of all abilities achieve their goals in San Antonio next month.” Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio’s Sunday races include a true festival of distances with a marathon, half-marathon, 2-person half-marathon relay, 5k and Bike Tour, which all start downtown at the intersection of Cherry Street and Commerce Street. In addition to Meb serving as the grand marshal, Sunday’s events will also include live bands and enthusiastic cheerleaders lining the race routes to create the ultimate fitness-centric, block party environment. Multi-platinum rock band Everclear will headline the finish line concert at the Alamodome. Meb will pace the Rock ‘n’ Roll 10k on Saturday, which will start at the Alamodome, run through downtown and finish at Alamo
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by the people of San Antonio. As part of the process, I believe that we need to start by getting input from community leaders, the chambers and homeowner associations to see if they think the Council pay should be an item on the ballot. Former Mayor Ed Garza pushed for this idea during his 2nd term and the voters voted against the proposal in May of 2004. Elections costs money and if there is no real interest in the proposal then I do not want to waste tax payer time or money. If there is genuine interest in pursuing this proposal then we would conduct the vote by the people to amend the city charter. Let the people decide.
I do not think voters would support an initiative that included the current Mayor or sitting City Council Members. That option should be eliminated and very clear in any proposal to amend the city charter. The bottom line is there are pros and cons to improving Council pay for the new Mayor and City Council. As your City Councilman, I would first like to gauge what District 9 residents want. I believe in two-way communication to make our District better. If you would like to discuss this issue further or any issue in the future, please feel free to call on me at district9@sanantonio.gov or 210.207.0955.
Plaza. Both days of running will feature high-energy music on-course, post-race entertainment, quality finisher’s medals and more. Participants who complete the race on Saturday and any distance race on Sunday will also earn a special spinning “Remix Challenge” medal, offering the chance to get three medals over race weekend. In addition to pacing Saturday’s 10k, Meb will make several appearances throughout race weekend including hosting clinics at the Health & Fitness Expo, where all runners pick up their race packets. Humana, a leading health and well-being company, as title sponsor of the Humana Rock ‘n’ Roll San Antonio Marathon & 1/2 Marathon. In addition to its focus on personal wellness for people at every age and stage, Humana also works to simplify healthcare and to make it easier for people to achieve their best health. “Humana has been part of the San
Antonio community for almost four decades, and we are committed to helping San Antonians make wellness and health a way of life,” said Pattie Dale Tye, Humana Vice President and Project San Antonio Leader. “Our partnership with the race also helps support the work of Humana’s Project San Antonio, where we are working with partners throughout the community on a multi-year effort to improve health and wellness across San Antonio.” Race weekend begins with a two-day Health & Fitness Expo at the Alamodome, where all participants go to pick up their race number and explore more than 100 running and fitness retailers, exhibits and clinics. For more information or to register for the event, please visit runrocknroll.com or follow @RunRocknRoll on Twitter.
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he Stone Oak Business Association recently welcomed Ranch Hand Truck Accessories into their business community. Ranch Hand Truck Accessories is a Kaspar Company. Since 1898, Kaspar Companies has been doing business the right way in southern Texas. They’re proud to say that their family business spans twenty recessions, one depression, two world wars, oil embargos, steel shortages, 5 generations of family ownership, and twenty presidential administrations.
Since 1986, Ranch Hand has become the #1 source for truck accessories. With more than 230 employees processing over 65,000 lbs. of steel every day, it’s easy to see why the state-of-the-art equipment and production processes in their 320,000 sq. ft. facilities enable them to build the highest quality truck accessories on the market, all proudly made in the USA. Ranch Hand’s products are made in their two manufacturing facilities in Shiner and Beeville, Texas. The products are sold through their company owned stores, distributors, new truck dealerships,
Parman Library News Corner
By Amy Miller, MLS Librarian II Parman Library at Stone Oak San Antonio Public Library (210)207-2703 appy New Year from Parman Library! We hope you will make visiting the library a part of your regular routine and enjoy some of the programs we offer as we kick of 2015.
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Parman Library offers a variety of programs for children of all ages and stages of development including Baby Time, Toddler Time, Storytime, Tween and Teen Time. Some events require pre-registration so be sure to check out our online events calendar. If you made a commitment to improve your health and wellness in 2015, Parman Library is the place to be. We offer a weekly
and Truck/SUV accessory dealers. Their sales consist of eight company owned stores (Ranch Hand Truckfitters) in Texas, Colorado, and Oklahoma. Their sales also include extensive distribution network throughout the US and Canada. Ranch Hand’s reputation was built on rugged durability and has evolved into a heavy-duty product that is designed to enhance the look of the latest model trucks and SUVs as well as offering outstanding vehicle protection. Visit their San Antonio location at 2625 Broadway St. or call (210) 227-5187. You
Learn and Burn program which combines education as well as physical activity. Spring Forest Qigong classes are held every third Thursday at 6:30 and a meditation workshop led by Art of Living is scheduled every third Saturday at 1:00. All of these events take place in the Parman meeting room. As for other January events, South Texas Blood Bank is scheduled to be onsite on Saturday January 10 from 1:00-3:00. Kaplan
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Test Prep will also be here on January 10 to lead a practice SAT test. This will be a full length practice test running from 11:304:00. Space is limited so registration is required through mysapl.org. Don’t forget your calculator! Parman Library will be closed for the following holidays: January 1 for New Year’s Day and January 19 for Martin Luther King Day.
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NEISD Earns Top Awards At TAHPERD
NEISD staff, PE & Health and Adapted PE, also gave more than seven different presentations at the Convention to share their ideas and expertise with others from around Melissa Munsell presenting at the TAHPERD Convention. the state.
Shirl Walter and Leigh Ann Timber recognized as new TAHPERD officers.
Special To Welcome Home orth East ISD’s PE, Adapted PE, and health departments took home several top awards at the annual Texas Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation & Dance (TAHPERD) for its outstanding schools and teachers. The TAHPERD Convention was held in Galveston Dec. 4-6. The association
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announced awards and held new member elections. MacArthur High School received their Exemplary School Award and was the only high school to receive it for 2014-2016. Terri Pitts, PE teacher at Colonial Hills Elementary School won the Elementary PE Teacher of the Year. Shirl Walter, elementary PE teacher at Cibolo Green Elementary School and
elementary cluster coordinator, won Recreational Professional of the Year. Matt Little of Jackson Keller Elementary School and Shirl Walter were recognized for winning Jump Rope for Heart grants, which pays their registration to a TAHPERD convention or conference. Shirl Walter was elected as Presidentelect of TAHPERD, and Leigh Ann Timber was elected as Vice President-elect for the
Physical Education Division. NEISD staff, PE & Health and Adapted PE, also gave more than seven different presentations at the Convention to share their ideas and expertise with others from around the state. For the 2015-2016 school year, NEISD holds seven elected officers positions and eight appointed committee positions within TAHPERD.
Ring In The New Year With Your Pet
When making healthier resolutions for yourself, you can include your pet as well.
Special To Welcome Home t’s the time of year when people make resolutions to be a better and healthier version of themselves. So why not make resolutions that will mutually benefit you and your pet? Here are some ideas to help you and yours have the best year yet. Eat more fresh food. This may seem like an easy resolution. However, it takes time and preparation. For humans, this means incorporating more fruits and veggies into your diet while for pets this means ensuring that their pet food uses ingredients such as fresh turkey, salmon and duck, fresh omega 3 and 6 oils (from coconuts and canola), wholesome berries and fruits and vegetables like peas, spinach and carrots.
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Now Fresh premium petfood by Petcurean is a great example. You can learn more about choosing a pet food with the freshest, healthiest ingredients at petcurean.com. Get more exercise. Did you know pets can decrease our blood pressure and cholesterol levels and increase our opportunities for exercise, outdoor activities and socialization? Exercising together will not only help optimize your health but also allow you to spend more time together. Use that agenda. This doesn’t seem like a resolution, but sometimes making a plan is the only way resolutions will come to life. Most of us schedule time for other appointments and meetings, so why not set aside some priority time for pets too?
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Reagan Makes Huge Donation To Blue Santa Special To Welcome Home eagan High School’s Student Council made such a huge donation Blue Santa the crew was forced to change plans for the morning. “We were going to make another pickup, but we have to go unload this truck first,” said Officer Gordon Keogh, who coordinates the San Antonio Police Officer Associations’ Blue Santa Program. “This is phenomenal. This is the most Reagan has given me.” Blue Santa arrived at Reagan with his police escorts at 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 12. The Student Council members, Reagan drumline, cheerleaders, the mascot, and teachers helped bag the toys and load them onto the truck. Reagan collected more than 5,000 toys from students, teachers, parents, and the community. Reagan has been donating toys to Blue Santa for 15 years. “I’m really proud of this community,” said Marie Marks, Reagan Student Council sponsor. “Parents dropped things off. Teachers offered extra credit. Students earned tickets that counted for community service.” The Blue Santa Program was started in 1976 to provide clothes, food, money and toys to families in our community. The toys
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are organized and sent to substations around the city. Officers distribute them to families who need something for Christmas. “We serve more than 3,000 families a year,” said Blue Santa. He told the Student Council members that their donations will
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The Reagan Student Council collected more than 5,000 Blue Santa arrived at Reagan with his police escorts at toys for Blue Santa. 8 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 12.
go to more than 1,100 families. Shelby Zimmerman served as the Community Service Committee Head for the Student Council. She helped organize the campaign to collect a record-setting collection. “It was awesome to see the students
giving and watch the piles grow,” said Zimmerman. “I’m a senior, so this is a really good way to end.” To see more pictures and videos, check out the NEISD Facebook page.
Acclimating Students For The Return To School Special To Welcome Home he holiday season can be a whirlwind of activity that culminates in lavish celebrations and, for many children, an extended vacation from school. But when the excitement of the holiday has ended, children must return to the classroom, an adjustment that is not always so easy. An entire month of meals on the go and jaunts to the shopping mall, plus parties and various gatherings, can make it difficult for children to readjust to the structured environment of school. Even a short time away from lessons may have students backsliding on information they once knew. Parents and teachers may have to work together to help youngsters get back on track, and the following are few ways to do just that. Enforce typical bedtimes. As the season wears on, parents should gradually return their households to their normal routines. Youngsters’ bedtimes, which are not often adhered to during the holiday season, should once again be enforced in the days leading up to their returns to school. A gradual transition back to an earlier bed time will have kids accustomed to going to bed and rising early once more. Cut down on play time. On the heels of the holiday season, children love to test out all of their new toys and games. Some may wake up in the morning and spend the entire day trying to beat a video game or assembling a building-block creation. But as the end of the season draws near, parents should try to get back to a normal school day schedule, limiting the number of hours kids spend playing with toys. Consider giving kids some brain-boosting puzzles or encourage them to read books. Encourage kids to work on winter school
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Students from schools across NEISD sampled nutritional menu items.
Special To Welcome Home orth East ISD is once again getting student approval on new menu items offered in all its cafeterias. For the second year in a row, the school nutrition services department hosted a student taste test to get feedback on new breakfast and lunch options. PALS students from each high school were invited to MacArthur High School Wednesday, Dec. 11 to sample foods and drinks. They filled out a survey on each item to give their opinion on the food and what to pair it with for other students. Students sampled a Thai Chili Meatball dish served with vegetables and brown rice. They also try two different cheesy breads, fresh watermelon and cucumber sides with seasoning, a jalapeno chowder, and a sparkling water drink. Staff also offered new Dutch waffles and a sausage and gravy toast as a new breakfast option. “It is important to us to find a balance of healthy options that students will actually
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Students filled out a survey on each item to give their opinion on the food and what to pair it with for other students.
eat and enjoy,” said Sharon Glosson, executive director of School Nutrition Services. In January, middle school students will sample menu items and give their feedback. School Nutrition Services said that depending on the results some of the items could be added by the end of this school year.
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An entire month of meals on the go and jaunts to the shopping mall, plus parties and various gatherings, can make it difficult for children to readjust to the structured environment of school.
projects. Teachers recognize the importance of a winter break for students, but some still assign work over the holiday break. When the holiday season starts to wind down, encourage youngsters to start working on their assignments, devoting some time each day to their schoolwork. This can help keep kids’ minds sharp while ensuring that their work gets done. Schedule some play time with friends. Children may be more anxious to return to school if they realize they’ll once again be able to see their school pals. Arrange a fun gathering of friends before kids return to school. Moms and dads can mingle while the children relax and have fun. Once the holiday season has come and gone, children may be not look forward to returning to school. But parents can employ a few strategies to make the transition back to the classroom go more smoothly.
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Red Dress 5K FUN RUN & WALK at Methodist Stone Oak Hospital WHEN: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7 7 a.m. Registration 8 a.m. Red Dress 5K Fun Run & Walk
WHERE: METHODIST STONE OAK HOSPITAL 1139 E. Sonterra Blvd. San Antonio, Texas 78258
Wear red or your favorite red dress and help us honor those affected by heart disease by participating in the Red Dress 5K Fun Run & Walk around the campus of Methodist Stone Oak Hospital! One of Stone Oak’s most popular Heart Month events, the Fun Run will now be a timed race to better recognize the success of participants. This annual event highlights the common goal shared by Methodist Healthcare and the American Heart Association — helping the community lead healthier lives. • $20 entry fee, all proceeds go to the American Heart Association • Medals will be awarded to Fun Run winners in various age categories, with special awards going to overall male and female masters (age 40+)
Early registration is strongly recommended, but race entries will be accepted on the day of the event. Participants may register by visiting SAHealth.com/HeartandSoul.
• Enjoy refreshments and visit various tables with educational material • Early packet pick up Friday, February 6 from noon to 5 p.m. in hospital lobby
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Did You Know? Owning a pet, particularly a dog, could reduce your risk of heart disease according to the American Heart Association. If you have a dog at home that you want to bring, your furry friends are welcome! Please keep pets on a leash.
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SPEED NETWORKING Speed Networking is one of SOBA & 10 West’s premier events. During this meeting, you will have the opportunity to introduce yourself to everyone in attendance. Because of the high turnout, make sure to RSVP early. Please bring a minimum of 150 business cards.
Date: Wednesday, January 28 Time: 5:30 to 8:30 pm Location: Canyon Springs Golf Club 24405 Wilderness Oak Cost: RSVP: $20 for Members | $30 for Non-Members Door: $25 for Members | $35 for Non-Members S
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Stone Oak Business Association
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To RSVP: 348-8233 E-mail: soba@satx.rr.com www.stoneoakbusiness.com www.welcomehomesa.com
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Kanishka Monis, MD Sridhar Vasireddy, MD Chris Watson, PA-C
Urfan Dar, MD
Howard Kagan, PA-C
Michael Zeitlin, MD
Raheel Bengali, MD Coming Soon
SERVICES PROVIDED
CONDITIONS TREATED
• Medication Management
• Lower Back Pain
• Epidural Steroid Injections
• Neck Pain
• Lumbar, Cervical & Thoracic Facet Joint Injections
• Shoulder & Arm Pain
• Lumbar Sympathetic Block
• Herniated & Bulging Discs
• Stellate Ganglion Blocks
• Sciatica
• Joint Injections • Botox Injections for Myofascial Pain & Dystonias • Peripheral Nerve Blocks
• Knee Pain • Failed Back Surgery Syndrome • Headaches & Migraines
• Radio Frequency Neurolysis
• Arthritis Pain
• Selective Nerve Root Blocks
• Fibromyalgia
• Discograms
• Muscular Pain
• Spinal Cord Neurostimulation
• Spinal Stenosis
• Morphine Pumps
• Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
• Doctor Referrals
San Antonio • Seguin • New Braunfels
210.268.0129
www.tricitypaindoc.com
830.626.1000
www.sapaindoc.com
EDUCATING BOYS FOR LIFE SINCE 1886
Pre-K through 8th Grade
San Antonio Academy ADMISSIONS OPEN HOUSE Friday, January 23, 2015 Program begins promptly at 9:00 am. 117 East French Place | San Antonio, Texas 78212 R.S.V.P. sa-academy.org/openhouse Accredited by the Independent Schools Association of the Southwest. Member of the National Association of Independent Schools.
BE HONEST. BE KIND.
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San Antonio Academy admits students of all race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
BE THE BEST YOU CAN BE.®
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