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s I am writing this letter, I am caught up in the excitement of the NBA playoffs, so I decided to dust off a photo of my father and I with Sean Elliott. It’s not the greatest photo, but in the Groomer family, anything Spurs is great. The Spurs have had another great run this year and my family and I have been right there along with them. If you are one of the very, very few readers who don’t like to hear about the Spurs, don’t worry, as soon as we win the NBA Championship (Don’t let me down, boys!), I will mention them for just a few more months and then not until next year. I love going to the Spurs games because I go with my Mom and Dad. I treasure every moment I am blessed to spend with my parents. June is when we celebrate Father’s Day. Take the time this month to let the man who has been a father figure in your life know how much he has meant to you. Fathers are the men who are there for you – when you need them and when you think you don’t. My father always tried to teach me lessons but I just seemed to want to learn them the hard way. It’s not that my father was a bad teacher, it’s just that as I was growing up, I knew way too much to listen to him. As I grow older, my dad now teaches me without even having to say a word. Now, when I am in trouble or have a question, I think, “what would daddy do?” Or, I reflect on how he lived his life, and try to be the man he would want me to be. Remember to let your fathers know you love them. As a dad myself, I can assure you that we never get tired of hearing it. In May, we experienced some of the coolest weather on record, but this is San
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By Kalyn Stralow ongratulations to the Class of 2013! As a newspaper that focuses on the successes and triumphs of youth in our community, Welcome Home has had the opportunity to watch the young men and women of this graduating class grow up. As their proud parents and educators have submitted stories to us over the past 12 years, we have had the privilege of spotlighting these students since they entered Photo By Nikii Groomer elementary school. How fun to now see so many familiar names and Top-ranked 2013 graduates (l-r) Charles Cevallos, Madhuri faces cross the stage with multiple Venkateswar, Allison Davied and Paul Chung show their school awards, honors and scholarships as spirit. they graduate from high school! these young leaders for the incredible hard On this month’s front cover are four work, commitment and determination exemplary students representing Reagan, that allowed them to achieve this honor. Johnson, Churchill and Smithson Valley. Continue reading on page 11 to find details After spending four years committed to about each of these graduates and their academic success at their respective high journey to the top of the class. schools, Paul Chung, Allison Davied, Best wishes to these students, along with Madhuri Venkateswar and Charles Cevallos their classmates, as they graduate from high each emerged as the top student in their school. We look forward to celebrating their graduating class. That’s a whole lot of future successes as emerging leaders in our intelligence on one front cover! community and beyond. Welcome Home is proud to recognize
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ant to do something special this summer that will last a lifetime? Teach your kids to read food labels. Just picture it: You have all of your little ones lined up in a row, anxiously awaiting your nutritional wisdom. What to do first? Let’s begin with our morning chant, “Down with sugar, up with whole grains! We choose foods that help our brains. Down with fat and up with lettuce, the grocery store is out to get us!” Harsh, you say? Perhaps the raised fists in the air are a bit much, but let’s start with the cereal aisle. All the cereals that have anything nutritional to offer are way up out of a kid’s reach, have four ingredients and boring earth-tone pictures of wheat on them. The kid’s eye level offerings have brightly
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colored superheroes on them and free glowin-the-dark decoder rings that can hook up to the NASA website and give free simulation rides in the space shuttle. The box says “naturally sweetened” as if you just walk out into some field and pick space-shuttle shaped cereal pieces with sugar coating right off the stalk. How about some truth in advertising here? The box should say, “Sugar is our #1 ingredient! Guaranteed to make your kids smile!” A ride at Disneyland should make my kid smile. What he eats should make him healthy. How about the little old ladies who give us free samples? They look like sweet, unassuming grandmas but you’d think they get paid by the sample. “Try our Bucket-O-Sardines, enough for the whole family!” (As if anyone but our cats would be interested). “Try a nibble of our cheese, bacon, sausage and beef tallow stuffed pita bread”, she croons. “What’s the fat content?” I ask. “Just try!” she says. “Fat grams?” I insist. “It’s delicious!” “Fat, please.” “It’s on sale!” “FAT, LADY!” “Oh, fine” she snaps. “Eight grams. Are you satisfied now?” “Only eight grams of fat? In one serving?” I ask, clearly interested. “Uh, no…in one nibble.” Teach your kids to read labels. It is a lifelong, or should I say long life, gift. Debby Seguin (who speaks fluent “labelese”) can be reached at writewell62@ yahoo.com.
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Tuscany Heights Goes Green Submitted By Michelle Kaiman ongratulations Tuscany Heights Elementary School for earning the 2012-2013 Texas PTA Bronze Environmental Award! The Tuscany Heights Tigers celebrated Earth Week April 22-25 in various “green” ways. The PTA purchased and installed new blue recycle bins to recycle plastic throughout the school. This is to accompany the already existing green bins for recycled paper. The school now has a full recycle program in every classroom, workroom and the cafeteria. During the week students were involved in a variety of earth friendly lessons driving home the importance of saving the planet. The Eco Club members wore their club t-shirts to help raise awareness and gave informative lessons each day on the school’s morning announcements. Club members have been meeting monthly throughout the school year to learn about the planet and to brain storm new ideas to incorporate throughout the school.
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Submitted By Sam Salas, Adult Services Librarian ids of all ages can travel the world this summer by taking part in the 2013 Summer Reading Program taking place at the Bulverde/ Spring Branch Library. This year’s theme will be “Have Book—Will Travel.” Children can stop by the library to register on Saturday, June 1 from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. All participants will enjoy snacks, crafts and farewells to prepare for upcoming summer reading travels. Each month, kids can enjoy crafts, performances and games pertaining to a different country. This month’s travels will have everyone learning all about the continent of Africa. Kids can earn tickets in various ways to buy souvenirs or by putting them into weekly drawings for larger prizes. Parents can pick up a brochure at the library for all dates and times. Adults can also take part in their own Adult Summer Reading Program. Anyone ages 18 and up can earn tickets by reading
This month, the Summer Reading Program’s travel theme will have kids exploring Africa.
to environmental stewardship while also lowering our energy costs.” Commercial buildings that earn EPA’s Energy Star certification use an average of 35 percent less energy than typical buildings and also release 35 percent less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. Kinder Ranch opened for the 2011-12 school year as the second school in Comal ISD with the prototype design, which
includes a living roof, skylights that provide natural lighting in the library, rainwater harvesting with on-site storage and an energy conservation system that automatically adjusts lighting in the classroom. Indian Springs Elementary, which opened in August 2012, and Mountain Valley Elementary School, which is scheduled to open in August 2013, are also designed on that prototype.
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Students also participated in our fourth annual “Trash Free Lunch.” Classes were encouraged to bring lunches that were completely waste-free to further save our planet. Every class from kindergarten to fifth grade participated! Way to go Green Tigers!
Energy Star Designation Given To Kinder Ranch Elementary Submitted By Julie Jerome inder Ranch Elementary School has earned EPA’s Energy Star certification, which signifies that the building performs in the top 25 percent of similar facilities nationwide for energy efficiency and meets strict energy efficiency
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books or listening to audiobooks. The tickets will be used to enter weekly drawings or a chance at winning the grand prize at the end of the summer program. This year’s grand prize will be a brand new Kindle Fire HD. Be sure and stop by the library to register and pick up a brochure. For rules and information on the Summer Reading Programs, or any other events, visit the library’s website at www.bsblibrary.org or call the library at 830-438-4864.
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By Rusty Belden, V.P. Belden’s Automotive & Tires (210) 494-0017
hile we’ve enjoyed the slow start to summer, the heat is coming fast! Because of the heat, it’s important to take extra precautions with your vehicle. This month we are focusing on four heatrelated concerns. 1. Keep your engine cool: Make sure the cooling system is flushed and the coolant is replaced periodically. Between flushes, make sure the coolant is filled to the proper levels. Inspect hoses and drive belts for cracking, soft spots or other signs of poor condition. Worn parts are more susceptible to failure in hot conditions. 2. Stay cool: Exceptionally high temperatures can cause an uncomfortable ride. Take the time to get your vehicles air conditioning system serviced. Make sure it’s operating at maximum efficiency. 3. Avoid excessive heat where the rubber meets the road: Driving on under-inflated
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tires can affect the handling and braking of a vehicle, but it also can cause tires to overheat and increase the likelihood of a blowout. 4. Have your battery tested: High temperatures can make the battery fluid evaporate, which damages the interior of the battery, and drastically shortens the life of the unit! Also, the high temperatures can encourage corrosion and deterioration. We have lots of savings this summer, so please stop by any of our four locations to take advantage of these offers: Wednesday is Ladies Day! Receive 10 percent off any repair, with no limit, for Ladies who drop off on Wednesdays. All first time customers receive a free one-hour diagnostic fee when repairs are performed. Refer a friend and have them mention your name and you receive a free oil change! “Chalk Board Special” is our Summer
Are You Ready For The Next Twister? Betsy Dippo State Farm (210) 496-3276
inside and take cover • Consider setting up a neighborhood information program through a club, church ith the arrival of spring comes group or community group. Hold briefings on the threat of severe weather and safety procedures. Set up a system to make dangerous tornadoes that can sure senior citizens and shut-ins are alerted if there is a tornado warning strike without warning Did you know: • Put together an emergency storm More than 1,000 tornadoes occur each kit including a portable radio, flashlight, year. At least 20 of those will be violent. Tornadoes are most likely to strike batteries, bottled water and simple first-aid items between 5-7 p.m. • Conduct drills with your family in the May and June have the most tornado activity followed by April, July and home; make sure each member knows the correct procedures if they are at work or September (National Climatic Data Center) State Farm wants you to take the time school when a tornado hits •Make a complete inventory of your to prepare your family and home for the possibility of a tornado or severe storm. possessions for insurance purposes A Tornado Watch simply means that The best thing to do is arm yourself with information and develop a plan for when conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop. In this case you should be alert to weather turns dangerous. changes in the weather and take precautions Tornado Preparedness • Learn the warning signals used in your to protect your family and property. • Move cars inside a garage/carport. Keep community. If a siren sounds, that means stay
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Take Charge Of Your Retirement Destiny
By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 s we age, most of us want to live Living in a retirement community allows independently as long as possible. you many freedoms, as you do not have to The last thing we want is to burden rely on your family for daily needs, such as our children who are working or recently transportation or your social calendar. It is retired themselves, and have their own lives also wonderful to have great meal options and responsibilities. It was once the norm to and great friends to dine with. Establishing move in with our children, but this seems great friendships with people your own age to no longer be the preference for aging who share your common interests and giving adults. Seniors are now planning ahead for you the freedom to visit with your family for their future and choosing their retirement those memorable times… this lifestyle gives community so their children do not have to you the best of both worlds! There is definitely make that choice for them. It really appears something to be said about maintaining your to be a “win-win” for everyone! privacy and having your own place to hang
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Summer Treats Just Got Sweeter By Kalyn Stralow
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hen the Texas summer heat is in full swing, nothing sounds more appealing than a refreshing, ice-cold treat. At Sweet CeCe’s Frozen Yogurt, the fresh and flavorful dessert options are guaranteed to satisfy the preferences of the entire family. The yogurt shop offers a fresh twist on the classic self-serve frozen yogurt model, boasting more than 56 topping choices and a rotating selection of healthy –and delicious! – yogurt flavors. The entire selection of yogurt offered at Sweet CeCe’s is the real deal, never made from a mix, packed with healthy live cultures and probiotics. With all of the choices, there truly is something for everyone. Not sure what to try? The friendly staff at Sweet CeCe’s will let you sample yogurt flavors to your heart’s content. You may just find a new favorite! In the mood for something light and refreshing to cool off from the heat? Try the Fredericksburg Peach yogurt. This creamy flavor tastes like summertime in a cup! Not too rich, it’s the perfect flavor on its own or mixed with Vanilla. Ready to expand your taste buds with something fun and a little bit unexpected? Sweet CeCe’s recommends the Maple Bacon flavor. You heard that right ... BACON. This yogurt is sweet and syrupy with just a hint of savory. Start by trying a sample
and don’t be surprised when you want to fill up your cup with this on-trend treat. If you are a fan of the ever-popular Cupcake Batter yogurt flavor, you are in good company. A perennial favorite, Cupcake Batter is always one of the available options. It goes well when mixed with almost any other flavor or topping. Of course, Sweet CeCe’s will always have its tried and true flavors, like Chocolate and Vanilla, available for those that already know exactly what they want. For an even healthier option to enjoy while the kiddos indulge, try the Original Tart or one of Sweet CeCe’s additional “no sugar added” flavors. Many of the frozen yogurt flavors vary from month to month, so be sure to stop back by to try out the latest additions to the menu. After you fill up your cup with your favorite flavors (because it’s nearly impossible to choose just one!) it’s time to customize your treat with a seemingly endless variety of topping options. Step into Sweet CeCe’s signature silo to choose your dry toppings (like candy, cookies and nuts) before heading to the cold bar for fruit and other fresh treats. Whether your taste runs more toward gummy bears and candy, cheesecake and hot fudge, or granola with blueberries, you’ll find
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your favorites at Sweet CeCe’s. For those who might need a little help making a decision with so many available choices, let the chalkboard be your guide! Sweet CeCe’s always has great suggestions for a scrumptious concoction listed on their blackboard. Or, ask any employee for a recommendation. You may originally stop in for the delicious yogurt, but you’ll keep coming back for the community atmosphere. With free Wi-Fi, a fun kids corner and plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, Sweet CeCe’s is an inviting location to meet up with friends and loved ones. Something that makes enjoying frozen yogurt even sweeter is the way the company gives back to the community. With a heart for education, owner and manager Shawn Johnson and her staff give back more than $13,000 in free yogurt as an incentive and reward to students at local schools. “Meeting the people in the community has been my favorite part of Sweet CeCe’s,” said Shawn. “When I opened, I hoped to make a difference in our community, but they have made a difference on me.” Stop in this summer for the perfect treat for the whole family, and don’t forget your coupon from this issue of Welcome Home for an extra sweet deal!
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By Donna Becker, D.O. Enhancement of Life (210) 545-5224 ormones affect the way we think, act and feel to a great degree. I recently attended a seminar about testosterone replacement therapy for men. The physician, a board certified urologist, told us that in men treated for prostate cancer by completely eliminating testosterone, severe depression and anxiety were common side effects. The same depression and anxiety are seen in some men whose testosterone level has declined due to age. The physician
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Discoveries Thru Vision By Dr. John M. Nevelow Nevelow Eye Associates (210) 349-2437 • www.drsnevelow.com in the past. New developments in the materials that lenses are made from have made them lighter and thinner while improving their ver the past several years, new optics and clarity. The term high definition developments in technology have which is used in the video industry does not produced numerous changes and do justice to what the new eyeglass lenses advances in the field of eyeglass lenses. The produce. The image, clarity, distortion free following is a brief summary of some of and peripheral optics allow us to see better these advances and changes. No longer does than the naked eye alone can produce. the term “glasses” mean the same as it did
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men who are taking testosterone is due to the change of testosterone into estrogen. So estrogen levels must be monitored as well. Sperm count, but not ejaculate, is usually decreased in testosterone replacement. I have definitely seen the similar debilitating mood changes in many women who have undergone a complete hysterectomy. Usually, the woman is replaced with a token amount of estradiol and nothing more. Without progesterone and testosterone, she may find that the smallest incident will cause her to cry, and that her happy camper self can switch into a raging fury in a nano-second. She does not need an anti-depressant, although that is what is commonly prescribed. She does not need to exercise more or drink more water—her brain needs progesterone to calm her and testosterone to give her confidence and
sexual zest. Thyroid is another little helper hormone that declines gradually as we age leading to cold hands and feet, constipation, and foggy thinking. One protocol for treating depression in either sex is to prescribe a tiny dose of thyroid along with the antidepressant for the synergistic affect. Blood levels before and after replacement should be checked. Youthful bio-identical hormones should be in the optimal range and not the reference range. Furthermore, hormone decline does not serve any positive biological function. We don’t need to dwindle until we die. Side effects and contraindications to hormone replacement need to be discussed in detail at the time of an appointment. Call me: Dr. Donna Becker at 545-5224.
The addition of new coatings to help with scratch resistance, ultraviolet wavelength protection and antireflective coatings contribute to seeing our world better and safer. New developments in optics and lens design allow for more types of frame shapes to be used. This allows us a wider choice in selections and the ability for lenses to fit into frames that were not possible a few years ago. New designs in progressive or no line bifocals have improved the adaption and function of these lenses. The term “Free Form” is an optical industry term for the new technology that gives the lenses better and wider distance, intermediate and near ranges. All of these new lenses have definite advantages and a certified optician can determine which areas can help you the most.
Not all lenses are equal. There are generic and older design lenses available which a lot of optical chain stores and online optical still use. This helps keep their cost low and can offer them at a lower price. Along with the newer lenses comes a higher cost. This is evident in all new technology devices. Your eyes and wellbeing are worth it. If you have any questions about this topic or any other eye care topic please contact Drs. John and Erin Nevelow at 210-349-2437 or www.drsnevelow.com. John Check us out on Facebook. M. Nevelow, O.D., is a fellow of the Foundation of the American Academy of Ophthalmology. Nevelow Eye Associates is located at 19190 Stone Oak Pkwy., Suite 120. For more information, call 210-3492437 or visit www.drsnevelow.com.
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There Can Only Be One Number One By Kalyn Stralow For academically-driven students entering high school, there is one ultimate goal — graduating at the top of the class. Emerging as the top-ranked students at schools that are nationally recognized for their academic success is no small feat. For Paul Chung, Allison Davied, Madhuri Venkateswar and Charles Cevallos, that incredible honor is theirs. As the number one ranked student out of hundreds in each of their graduating classes, these young men and women have set the standard for scholastic achievement throughout their high school careers. So what sets these valedictorians apart from their classmates? Welcome Home interviewed each student to discover, in their own words, what has driven their success, their plans for the future and their advice to incoming high school students.
Allison Davied
Madhuri Venkateswar
What was the key to your academic success? I love learning. I have always enjoyed learning new things and exploring new ideas. Also, I developed the willpower or persistence to work on something until it is complete to my satisfaction. Persistence takes a lot of discipline; discipline is simply doing what you know you need to do, even though you don’t feel like doing it.
What was the key to your academic success? I learned how to prioritize and always keep my life balanced. It’s easy to get caught up in school and extracurricular activities and try to do everything. Instead, I made sure to always keep time for myself and always focus on what was ultimately important.
Winston Churchill High School Rice University, Engineering & Economics
Claudia Taylor “Ladybird” Johnson High School Texas A&M University, Chemical Engineering
What activities were you involved in during high school? I have enjoyed participating in academic UIL, especially history, and multiple clubs and honor societies. I volunteered in several areas and received the Presidential Volunteer Award during all four years of high school, but particularly enjoyed volunteering at the nursery at our church. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My parents are my greatest educators. When we were very young, my mom would take us on weekly trips to the library. We always got to check out books that were interesting to us, and she’d slip in a few others that she wanted us to see. My dad really supported my math knowledge. We had a bedtime routine of solving math problems or guessing the rule or patter for sequences of numbers. So we developed a love for learning and achievement at a young age and a discipline that accepted sacrifice and hard work. The teachers, especially Mr. Wetmore who led UIL, also guided me and supported my academic development. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? I like science and math and really enjoy problem solving. The more I learned about Chemical Engineering, the more interested I was, as it has a broad range of career opportunities available to it. Chemical engineers are key players in alternative energy, making pharmaceuticals and medical devices, new chemicals, and all food and consumer goods. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? First, get involved. Find something you like doing and then work to excel at that. Not everyone will like the same thing, so don’t try to do the same thing as everyone else or be like anyone else. Second, set priorities. You don’t need to be in every club; just pick the groups that you are really interested in. Finally, never give up.
What activities were you involved in during high school? In high school, I was heavily involved in the speech and debate program as an extemporaneous speaker. This stimulated my interest in politics and led to my involvement in the Young Democrats program as the Vice President. I also was a competitive pianist, Indian classical vocalist, and Indian classical dancer. In order to serve my community, I started a math tutoring program at Bazan Public Library, located in a disadvantaged area of San Antonio. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My elementary school GT teacher, Ms. Polanco, had the greatest impact on my life because she taught me how to learn. Her class was always filled with logic puzzles, and other activities that would force me to think outside the box. Her instruction set the groundwork for the way I approached problems later in my life. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? I wanted to do something in college that would reflect all of my interests. As an avid participator in the debate program, I wanted to be able to serve my community while also pursuing my interests in math and science. Thus, I want to combine engineering and economics in order to pursue a career in public policy. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? I would tell incoming freshman to always follow what they are passionate about and never let anybody else tell them how to live their life. Ultimately, what you do after high school is your choice and should always make you happy.
Paul Chung
Ronald Reagan High School Yale University, Biomedical Engineering What was the key to your academic success? I’m very self-driven, and that’s been critical to my performance. I always set a high bar for myself, and I make sure to attain it. I also definitely couldn’t have gotten here without my parents, who have always supported me and let me be my own person.
Charles Cevallos
Smithson Valley High School The George Washington University, Political Science What was the key to your academic success? Studying diligently and planning ahead. What activities were you involved in during high school? Marching Band, Broadcast Journalism, Secular Student Alliance, Student Council, Class Council, UIL Academics, German Foreign Exchange Program, Garden Club, GOLD Youth Leadership, Texas Boys State, National Honors Society, USO Exodus. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? Ms. Keller made her classes challenging and pushed her students. She also made the effort to get to know her students on a personal level and helped them if they were having problems at school or home. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? When I was first choosing a major, I was leaning towards science because that is what comes easily to me, but after taking government and human geography classes, I realized I wanted to go into political science even if it proves more difficult for me. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? Stay on top of your schoolwork and prioritize your extracurricular activities, because one day, you will have to juggle and find balance between school, band, yearbook, student council and other commitments.
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What activities were you involved in during high school? I’ve been involved in several very different organizations throughout my high school career. Reagan has a very strong Latin program, and that’s been a huge part of my life over the past four years. Visual art has always been important to me, so I’ve been active there as well. I’ve also worked with Youth for Burma, a student organization that raises funds and awareness for students in rural Burma and Cranes for the Cure, Reagan’s origami organization. Which of your educators has made the greatest impact on your life? My Latin teacher, Mrs. Shaw, has been incredibly important to my time at Reagan. For the past three years, she’s taught us about genitives and gerunds, datives and declensions, and every moment has been unbelievably fun. How did you choose your college major? What do you plan to do following college? Medicine is where I see myself in the future, and biomedical engineering will give me a really strong foundation. I really want to be someone who doesn’t just help people physically; I want to be someone who genuinely cares about patients and makes a positive difference in their lives. What piece of advice would you give a freshman just entering their high school career? Be yourself and know who you are. Everyone has different talents and abilities, and really developing these leads to success. Don’t try to be someone you’re not, and find your own way.
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Mesquite: Great For Barbeque, But That’s Not All
Submitted By Walter Lyssy esquite is a wonderful wood for cooking when smoking a brisket or grilling a bunch of chickens. Most people do not know that it is also one of the finest woods in America for crafting furniture and cabinets to flooring and keepsakes. It is a gorgeous wood with varying grain patterns which gives it a distinct character. Mesquite wood is almost never stained because of the natural beauty of the wood. It is also a very stable wood, does not shrink and expand like many of the more common woods that we are used to. There are a group of craftsmen who harvest, mill, dry and use mesquite wood in producing some very fine woodworking projects. Most of these individuals are from Texas and many from the San Antonio area. It takes a lot of time and effort to work with mesquite. The first step is to find and harvest a mesquite tree. There are many mesquite trees in Texas but only a few are large enough, straight enough and of good quality to be used as furniture wood. The next step is to mill the tree into lumber. In the last 30 years or so, the portable band saw mill has become available, and there are a number of them operating in the South Texas area. These mills can be set up in a small area and do an excellent job of turning a mesquite log into lumber. Mesquite lumber does not give up moisture very easily. It takes almost a year for mesquite, which is one inch thick, to dry when the lumber is air-dried. Besides air-
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drying, a lot of mesquite lumber is kiln dried which speeds up the process. Once all of the steps are completed, the very special lumber is ready to be used in fine woodworking. One will not find mesquite wood at the local stores and even at many of the specialty wood stores. It is almost necessary to know someone who has a supply of mesquite lumber to access it. When working with mesquite wood it is important to know how to get around the challenges of mesquite wood. There are many cracks, flaws, wormholes and other imperfections to work around. The wood is very hard and sharp blades are needed in the shop. Most all of the craftsmen are older men, retired and do woodworking as a hobby. It takes a lot more time and expense to build something from mesquite wood than other more common woods such as oak or cherry but the end result is worth the effort. These artisans use mesquite wood, which is recused from the bulldozer. They process the wood and then create exceptionally fine pieces of furniture and keepsakes, which are custom designed and hand crafted. A fine piece of furniture made of mesquite wood, built by a really good craftsman is a piece that is probable going to be in the family for many generations. An opportunity to see many fine pieces crafted from Mesquite by a group of artisans, visit the Mesquite Art Show on June 28, 29 and 30 at the Alzafar Shrine Center. Entry and parking are free. Visit www.mesquiteartshow.com for more details.
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Wild Animals At Timberwood Park Elementary
Submitted By Jason Gordon corpions and vultures and snakes, oh my! Timberwood Park Elementary students had a unique Friday morning on April 19, as Peter Gros, of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, visited the campus and treated them with an amazing wildlife display. Gros, who has appeared many times on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and the Today Show, brought along a hedgehog, an armadillo, a white barn owl with a stunning heart-shaped face, a legless lizard, an African fennec fox, and yes, a black scorpion, a vulture and a reticulated python.
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He gave a brief history of each animal, speaking about the region they come from, the food they eat and the dangers they face in the wilderness. He even invited students from the audience to come interact with some of the animals. Students in grades 3-5 and then K-2 were treated to 45-minute shows in the school’s cafeteria. “This is one of the best parts of my job,” Gros said. “Educating young people about how to take care of both the animals in the wild and our environment is so important.” The highlight of the show was when one of Gros’ fellow animal educators brought out
the 15-foot reticulated python. The species is considered not dangerous to humans and is the largest snake native to Asia. Adults can grow to nearly 25-feet in length. “This was just incredible,” said TPES principal Lauri Schroeder. “Our students learned so much and it was a very special treat to have Peter Gros visit our campus.” Pictured with Peter Gros, of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom, and a 15-foot reticulated python are Timberwood Park Elementary students (l-r) Julia O’Neil, Jonah Saldivar, Michael Omstead, Addison Garza, Frankie Hooton and Jayden Corder.
Cibolo Green Celebrates Earth Day 2013 Submitted By Melinda Cox ibolo Green Elementary Champions practice being green and taking care of the earth everyday as part of their “green” campus. Students and staff took it one step further April 22 to celebrate Earth Day 2013. Everyone on campus came together to have fun and learn ways to make a difference for our environment and earth and to celebrate being “green.” Cibolo Green Elementary was one of the first “green” schools in San Antonio. Green schools are built with a focus on energy and water conservation, utilization of recycled and nontoxic construction materials, indoor environmental quality, site sustainability, design innovation and use of the building as an instructional tool for students and the community. Principal Dr. Gonzales focuses on Earth Day each year as a way to remind students, staff and parents the importance of
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environmental awareness. “Earth Day is a very special celebration for our school,” Dr. Gonzales said. “As a green school, we consistently emphasize the importance of taking care of our earth. During this annual event, students are reminded about how precious our natural resources are and what they can do to protect them.” Earth Day celebrations were supported by the Cibolo Green Elementary Green Club sponsored by third grade teacher, Mrs. Conway. Conway has worked with student members of the CG Green Club during the school year to help bring the message of a green school and a green environment to the campus and beyond. Students participated in several activities during the school day. A huge paper tree was put together by the students using recycled paper. Every student (900+) made a leaf out
of recycled scrap paper and wrote an idea of what being green means to them or how they try to be “green” in everyday life. Some wrote reduce, reuse, recycle, others may have wrote take shorter showers, turn the water off when brushing your teeth, or turn off the lights when you aren’t in the room. The tree was then displayed on the wall of a hallway to remind students about their role in caring for our environment and as a reminder to all who visit the Cibolo Green campus, Conway said. Conway believes the message of caring for the environment must be taken home by Cibolo Green Champions and shared with others. Everyone in a community has a responsibility to be eco-friendly. Cibolo Green Elementary teamed up with Whole Foods to help with their Earth Day message. “Whole Foods donated 1,000 paper grocery bags for our students to decorate with
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the same idea as the leaf. We dropped off the bags at the store and they were handed out to customers on Saturday for their Earth Day celebration. Whole Foods gave a presentation about the stores’ history and about organic products. This presentation was streamed throughout the school. The presentation also included student demonstrations about how to made a kid friendly, healthy snack. It was fantastic,” Conway said. Students also enjoyed a school wide picnic outside on the sports field. The entire school ate lunch together outside focusing on reusable containers and reducing trash. Earth Day celebrations come once a year, but the Cibolo Green Champions are hard at work each day to remind their campus and their community the importance of a “green” campus and a “green” community.
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Traveling Grill Show Feeds 900 Students
Submitted By Jason Gordon he traveling circus has nothing on Comal ISD’s Traveling Grill Show. Executive Chef Mario Perez, field supervisor Wes Handsel, and the Indian Springs Elementary cafeteria staff cooked lunch for more than 600 students and approximately 300 parents on April 26. The Traveling Grill Show, sponsored by the district’s food service provider Chartwells, is scheduled to appear and serve lunch to 11 different Comal ISD elementary campuses before the school year ends. It was also a way to say thanks to ISES’ parent volunteers and PTA members, who were Comal ISD Executive Chef Mario Perez teaches Indian Springs Elementary invited to attend the student Jackson Liebau how to grill hamburgers during the district’s Traveling Grill Show on April 26. event. “It’s been an awesome without the help of our parents. This is first year since we opened our doors in another great way to bring our community August,” said Principal Marisa Wulfsberg. together.” “We could not have had this much success
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A Taste of the Northside Raises More Than $550,000 for the Brighton Center!
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Through the support of LYND and H-E-B, A Taste of the Northside again proves it is one of the best Fiesta events!
he Brighton Center hosted its official Fiesta® event, A Taste of the Northside, on Wednesday, April 24th at the Club at Sonterra. The largest food and wine/beer tasting event in San Antonio, the 14th annual A Taste of the Northside raised more than $550,000 for the non-profit organization. Named “Best Fiesta® Event” by WOAI for the third year in a row, A Taste of the Northside is Brighton Center’s largest fundraiser. All proceeds from the event are directly invested into the Brighton Center, helping to cover the cost of providing therapy services, early childhood education, parent training, and advocacy to children with developmental delays and/or disabilities and their families right here in Bexar County. More than 6,500 guests attended the event, enjoying their choice of 60 restaurants from all over the city, including seven food trucks. Each served samples of their finest menu selections. In addition, guests were treated to five live bands, margaritas by Dulce Vida Organic Tequila, more than 15 varieties of fine wine provided by Glazers and a wide selection of beer from Silver Eagle Distributors’ vast product line. After the event, guests had the opportunity to place their votes, recognizing restaurants with two very special awards. The vote for “Best Decorated Booth” resulted in a tie between Nothing Bundt Cakes and HEB. The winner of the “Most Spirited” award was a newcomer to A Taste of the Northside, Juicer Heroes! The overall “Best Restaurant” was determined by the number of guests that visited each booth. The winner of
this prestigious category was Kirby’s Steakhouse, with Texas Roadhouse coming in second place and a tie for third place between Las Palapas and P.F. Chang’s! Brighton Center staff poured countless hours of work and energy into planning, prepping and coordinating A Taste of the Northside 2013. However, if it weren’t for the immeasurable support and gracious contributions from co-presenting partners, LYND and H-E-B, along with the Queen of the Vine Court, the success of this event would not have been possible.
For the past 11 years, Brighton Center has organized the Queen of the Vine campaign, an eight-month venture for candidates to raise funds and awareness for the non-profit. The campaign culminates at the Queen’s Ball when the candidate who raised the most for Brighton Center is crowned Queen of the Vine. April Ancira reigns as the 2013 Queen of the Vine, raising more than $77,000 during her campaign, with a collective total of more than $180,000. The court includes Princess Dr. Karen Hasty and Duchess Gina Cruz, both of whom worked diligently to contribute to the recordbreaking total. The Queen and her court serve as official Fiesta® Royalty, representing the Brighton Center at A Taste of the Northside. Fiesta® is a unique part of San Antonio culture. More than just 11 days of partying, Fiesta® is a time where the members of our community come together, boundaries are erased and support is extended to organizations like Brighton Center that work to make the lives of San Antonians better. Brighton Center extends its heartfelt gratitude to all of its event sponsors and to those who supported Brighton’s mission by attending the 14th annual A Taste of the Northside. When you look in the eyes of a child with a developmental delay and/or disability, it is the Brighton Center’s hope that you see them as children, sisters and brothers, friends, athletes, sons and daughters. They are just like you. They have hopes and dreams and your support demonstrates that you also believe in them.
Brighton has been serving the community for over 40 years. Brighton Center serves over 2,700 children with developmental delays and disabilities and their families each year through four distinct initiatives - an inclusive child development center, early childhood intervention, parent education and advocacy training. Brighton Center continues to fulfill its vision to create a society where all children are valued and included.
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ith the summer months here, I want to remind you of the seriousness of heatstroke. All too often people think their dog can cool themselves down after play or will stop playing if they feel overheated. Not true! Most dogs won’t stop until they’re about to collapse and then it might be too late. Dogs don’t sweat like humans so they have a harder time cooling off. Even on a not so hot or warm breezy day, your pet can quickly get overheated. This is a very serious condition and could cause death in a short period of time. Prevention is best but if you notice any of the following signs you must take action. If your pet seems listless, wobbly, is panting rapidly, has labored breathing, glazed eyes, and/or red, hot ears, it may be suffering from heatstroke. Drinking water is not always enough. If possible, immerse your pet in cool water (not ice cold) or lay cool, wet towels on him. You can apply ice packs to the head, neck and belly. Applying rubbing alcohol to the paw pads can also help. While trying to cool your pet, contact your veterinarian or the emergency hospital immediately. Some things you can do to prevent heatstroke: Provide adequate shade and fresh water
Keeping cool in the summer heat!
outside. Filling a kiddy pool is a nice way to keep your pet cool. Consider a summer cut for longer haired dogs. Be careful not to have your dog shaved to the skin. Did you know dogs can sunburn? DON’T EVER leave pets inside the car! Even with the windows down, the temperature of a car can reach 120 degrees in just 10 minutes! I’ve witnessed first-hand the aftermath of a dog that has died after accidentally being left in a closed car. It is a horrible, horrible death. PLEASE, don’t risk it! And please be an animal’s advocate when you are walking through parking lots. Take your walks during the cooler hours and bring water along for Fido. Remember, the pavement gets very hot, and although you can’t feel it through your sneakers, your dog’s paw pads aren’t so lucky. Keep in mind his level of activity during the winter months. If he’s packing on winter weight, don’t push him too quickly. You can also spend your days playing at the cool Beach Club at K9 Country Club!
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Stone Oak Business Association proudly announces:
2013 Scholarship Recipients
By Kalyn Stralow & Amanda Burris
The Stone Oak Business Association (SOBA) is pleased to once again recognize outstanding young leaders in the Stone Oak community. Each year, SOBA awards scholarships to graduating seniors from Reagan and Johnson High School who demonstrate academic success, leadership and community involvement. This year, SOBA is proud to award a total of $8,000 to seven college-bound students. The SOBA scholarship fund is made possible through the participation of members, local businesses and the community in the annual SOBA Business Expo. The association would like to thank everyone who contributed
Rose Denzer Reagan High School The Ohio State University As a hard working student, class president all four years, a member of the varsity and show choir, and one of the leads in this year’s musical “Thoroughly Modern Millie,” Rose Denzer has come to a memorable end to her high school career. Although she is talented in multiple areas, Rose found her passion and plans to pursue it in college this fall. “I love chemistry, which is what made me decide to major in pharmacy in college,” she commented. “I love the math aspect of it and it interests me very much.” Rose decided to study pharmacy at Ohio State University. “When I took the tour at Ohio State, I fell in love,” Rose said. “They also have a fantastic pharmacy program, which sealed the deal for me.” Although Rose has a busy summer filled with two jobs and a few vacations, she looks forward to the newness that Ohio State will bring into her life. “I know no one going there and although it’s kind of a scary thought, it’s also very exciting,” she concluded.
Elizabeth Stutzman Reagan High School University of Texas at Austin Elizabeth Stutzman has not only excelled in school, but she also stayed involved with the color guard and marching band and volunteering at a local hospital. “Friends in the high school color guard group that I am a part of have told me that I inspired them to work hard in school,” Elizabeth commented. “I have always tried very hard, and I am so glad my work ethic rubbed off on others.” As her experience of high school comes to an end, she plans to head to the University of Texas at Austin where she will study biomedical engineering. “I love the many opportunities offered there and being accepted has been a dream come true,” Elizabeth said. Elizabeth will be filling her summer with volunteering and visiting family before she takes the exciting next step in her life to Austin. “I will miss all of my friends and especially my family,” she admitted. “I am really looking forward to the experience of being on my own. It will be very interesting!”
Allison Davied Johnson High School Texas A&M University Allison Davied has been an active student at Johnson, participating in various academic UIL, clubs, honor societies and volunteer work. “Johnson High School has a tradition of academic excellence,” Allison commented. “I hope that I have made a contribution to my school through my participation in academic UIL, my support of team members and my mentorship of the younger students. Through these activities, I believe that I have contributed to the extension of the Johnson tradition.” Allison’s hard work led her to become the valedictorian for her class at Johnson. “Being named valedictorian was the culmination of thousands of hours of studying, many late nights of preparing for exams or working on papers, and hundreds of times when I went to school early or stayed late to work with the teachers,” Allison said. Allison will be attending Texas A&M University next fall and plans to major in chemical engineering due to her love of science and math. “I will miss my friends from high school, but look forward to building new friendships at Texas A&M,” said Allison. “I also look forward to the academic challenges of college and to the next level of learning.”
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to making this year’s event a success—from vendors and volunteers to parents who purchased raffle tickets. Every dollar raised at the Business Expo is directly invested back into the youth of our community through these scholarships. To learn more about the Stone Oak Business Association, including scholarship information or how to become involved in the 2013 Business Expo, please call the SOBA office at 210-348-8233, or visit www.stoneoakbusiness.com. Congratulations to these winners and to the Class of 2013!
Brittany Uhlenbrock Reagan High School Texas A&M University Brittany Uhlenbrock has dedicated numerous hours to her high school experience, where she found a way to stand out as a leader. “By reaching out to my peers and teachers, I believe I have made myself to be more than just a number in a school of almost 3000,” said Brittany. “I have formed relationships with teachers that I hope to hold onto and friendships that I want to last.” It was Brittany’s involvement on the dance team as Colonel that truly made an impact. “As backwards as it may sound, I’ll miss being the first car in the parking lot at 6:30 a.m. for morning practice with my team and walking out after dark to find our cars lined up together as the last ones in the lot. I will most definitely miss the 25 talented and beautiful girls I spend more time with than anyone else.” Brittany found that she was meant for a college in her home state due to the friendliness of Texans. After this summer, she will start her freshmen year at Texas A&M University where she will be pursuing a major in Kinesiology.
Ellie Freeman Reagan High School Texas A&M University Ellie Freeman has had a memorable high school experience. She has been involved in organizations such as National Honor Society and PALs and truly enjoys giving back. Last year, she decided to produce a CD and sell it to raise money to sponsor a child’s education in Rwanda. “I was so touched to see my community, family and friends supporting me and working alongside me to help me reach my goal and celebrate on the way,” she said. Ellie has also found a passion for languages and other countries which has inspired her to study at Texas A&M University. “I loved A&M for its great sense of community and support system, and also because two of my cousins will be there next year,” she said. “I already loved the school, but what convinced me that it was the best choice for me was the chance to double major in International Studies and Spanish. Through their joint-degree program, I can work on my masters and undergraduate degree and graduate college with both in five or even four years total.” Ellie also has friends who will be attending the same college but says she will miss seeing her sisters and parents every day.
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Michelle Bogush Johnson High School Texas A&M University Michelle Bogush has made a lasting impact on her school and has grown as an individual throughout her
time there. “By just being myself, hardworking and outgoing, I feel like I left my mark at Johnson High School,” Michelle said. “As a student, I created and kept up the status of Johnson being an exemplary school through my academics.” As a cheer officer, Michelle sparked the idea for “Paws for the Cause,” where a football game is dedicated to raise money for breast cancer awareness and the fans wear all pink. “It feels amazing knowing that I helped found a tradition that will benefit the community,” Michelle said. Michelle is preparing herself for Texas A&M University in College Station, where she plans to study chemical engineering. “I am going to miss all of my friends from high school and all the memories I made from these past four years,” she said. This summer she will be making the transition into college life and working a job. Texas A&M University has new people and traditions awaiting Michelle as she takes on the next phase of her life.
Barrett Morrow Reagan High School University of Texas at Austin Whether it be asking questions in the classroom or volunteering at the hospital, Barrett Marrow has found a way to get the most out of all he does. At Reagan, Barrett found that Chemistry and Biology were his passions. With help from his teacher, Mrs. Billy Conway, he decided he would further study these subjects. “Mrs. Conway helped spark my dream of becoming a doctor because she had legitimate faith in me that I could do it,” Barrett commented. “Mrs. Conway saw the potential in me that nearly all teachers prior had failed to notice. This faith gave me a great deal of confidence and made me feel as if I really could accomplish my goals and become a doctor!” After a busy summer, Barrett will be attending the University of Texas at Austin. “I chose the University of Texas at Austin due to a multitude of reasons, which included location, value and quality of education, and the many unique opportunities only the city of Austin has to offer,” Barrett explained. Although new beginnings may be challenging, Barrett looks forward to the opportunities that Austin will bring and the focused curriculum that UT has to offer.
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