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very Friday during the month of October entire communities come together during football season for more than just a game. Many times, it’s for the pageantry led by the spirit teams, the band, and even the mascots among others who perform there weekly. For the individuals involved and their classmates who perform along side them, Friday nights is the ultimate opportunity to showcase their talents on a grand and impressive stage. In the state of Texas, Friday nights are of such importance it has even become the subject of multiple books, been made into hit movies, and even into a hit television series. Whether it’s the team itself, the band, the mascot, the cheerleaders or the twirlers involved, in the end they all come together, often traveling, to demonstrate their support for the school they attend. Welcome Home would like to wish each

and every participating school and program good luck this year as they all work hard to achieve their goals. It takes immense talent, hard work, and complete dedication and focus to help the students in our community grow and succeed in their goals.

Family Life The F-Word By Debby Seguin

adies, I apologize in advance for bringing up such an ugly and vile subject, however, I would be remiss if I did not touch on a problem that has been chipping away at the very heart of marriage! Yes, I speak of the dreaded F-word: Football. The season is almost here! We must bring up this painful subject NOW before it’s too late!” For too long this parasitic pastime has been rendering the males of our species round, deaf, and blind, (though, unfortunately, not mute). Young wives, at the cusp of trying to please and “understand” their mates, foolishly fall for lines such as, “Honey, you are so wonderful. Listen, in order to ﬁnish this love poem I started for you, I really

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his is a critical time for our area high school seniors. As they ramp up into their ﬁnal year, it is time to focus on their future beyond graduation. Choosing a college to attend is a big decision. Every college is unique with different enrollment processes, campus lifestyles, teaching styles and reputations. You can help narrow down your options by asking yourself these ﬁve important questions. What are the admission requirements? When looking at a college or university, it’s important to know the admission requirements. Knowing these requirements can help you plan your senior year and help you prepare your applications to your desired schools. Does my cumulative GPA meet admission requirements? What is the average SAT/ACT score of students? What is the student/faculty ratio? Student-to-faculty ratio is a way of showing the size of an average classroom and the amount of interaction one gets with a professor. Lower student-to-faculty ratios can increase student achievement, enhance test scores and provide lasting academic effects. If you need closer communications with your professors in order to be successful, you may want to consider a smaller school or look into what each school offers for tutoring or help services. Am I comfortable in a big school? Am I distracted in big/small classrooms? What scholarships are available? Depending on the college, your grades,

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The Walker Belden Foundation Submitted By Emily Belden he Walker Belden Foundation is pleased to be hosting its 3rd Annual charity golf tournament Friday, October 2nd, 2015 beneﬁtting Morgan’s Wonderland. This year we will be playing the beautiful Canyon Springs Golf Club of San Antonio at 1:30pm. The Walker Belden Foundation would like to invite each of you to join us in our fundraising efforts to support this amazing special needs facility. The Walker Belden Foundation is thrilled to help continue the amazing work and play at Morgan’s Wonderland. Last year’s golf tournament raised $75,000 that was donated to Morgan’s Wonderland. Through the generosity of our family, donors, sponsors and golfers, we will be able to have another successful year! www. thewalkerbeldenfoundation-org.webs.com. Our Reason Our son Walker was born on April 28, 2010. Our beautiful boy was born with a heart defect known as Tetralogy of Fallot. On September 13, 2010 Walker went into surgery to repair his heart. The next day he went in to cardiac arrest and was placed on life support. Walker had suffered an anoxic brain injury because of his cardiac arrest. Due to his brain injury, Walker faces many challenges on a daily basis. Having a child with special needs, Jason and I have noticed that most local attractions do not have activities designed for cognitive and physically challenged children. The ﬁrst time our family visited

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magine a baseball field prepared for battle, the battle between two teams of fierce warriors. With war paint in the style of black paint lined under the eyes and helms in the form of baseball caps, the Mays YMCA Spartans prepare for their weekly battle. They run their rituals and dress themselves in their team colors before mentally preparing for the game ahead. You’d hear Coach Ricky Longhurst call to the team, “Spartans! What’s your profession?!” mocking the wellknown Spartan story told in the movie “300,” and without hesitation the warriors shout in return, “We Battle!” But “We Battle!” means so much more than going into the game expecting to win. It reminds the team of the perseverance required to keep going, even when losing. It reminds them of the respect that is to be paid to the competing team by continuing the game, again, even when losing. It’s their battle call and their reminder that they belong to a group with the same mindset and goal – To not give up when the going gets tough and to not take it easy when the odds aren’t in their favor.

Their Coach, Ricky Longhurst, along with many of the other coaches, volunteer their time to create these moments and inclusive settings for kids just like the May’s YMCA Spartans. “We have a set of principles for our team’s kids,” explained Longhurst. “We want to make sure that family comes first and that school comes second. And when they get those priorities in place, they get to play baseball.” Coming from a military background, Longhurst understands principles and priorities. He also understands what it means to be a part of something bigger than him and the way it felt to be among his comrades when welcoming a new member to the service family. “It’s a huge deal when someone new joins us,” said Longhurst “And it’s something that has become a part of this baseball team’s rituals. A new member joins and we chant, stomp our feet and perform the ceremony that ensures the newest team member knows they have a safe place among new friends.” But not all kids are afforded the same opportunities within the community and Mays YMCA is well aware of the need within their area. “As a huge advocate of community outreach, the Mays staff is doing everything we can to help as many people as possible,” explained Christina Kirkland, Membership and Marketing Director. “We want to provide a safe haven for the kids in the neighborhood to learn as they grow without putting too much on the parents financially. Through sponsorships and scholarships, we are opening doors for families who wouldn’t otherwise be here.” The YMCA provides programs and services to the entire community, regardless of an inability to pay. Through fundraising, sponsors and donations, they offer financial assistance that’s awarded based on need. This want and belief of social responsibility sets Mays apart from the average after school program and is a reflection of the values they are teaching to their youth. “We care so much about these kids,” said Coach Longhurst. “You become so attached and want the best for them, year after year. The parents are amazing, and so supportive. As a volunteer you think you’re doing something for them when in

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actuality, the families teach you so much about giving. This is a culture that everyone should experience for themselves.” Through charitable donations and community support, the Y Partners fundraising efforts, which help all the YMCAs in the Greater San Antonio areas, help numerous families who are unable to pay for membership fees, sports, childcare and programming with the Open Doors Scholarship program. One of the largest events for the Open Doors Scholarship program, as well as for the athletic programs, is the Annual Golf Tournament that takes place every November. “The Mays Y raised nearly $150,000 this past year for the community, and the Y of Greater San Antonio raised $2.1 million during their past campaign. The annual Mays golf tournament alone brought in $42,000 last year,” said Carlos Verastegui, executive Director for the Mays Y. One hundred percent of those funds go right back into community programs. The annual golf tournament will be held on November 5th at Canyon Springs Golf Club. Mays Y encourages the community to come out and participate as volunteers or to play some golf! Members of the Y are offered discounted rates for their participation in events. Mays wants the members and the community to see first-hand the continued efforts of the Y and how those efforts have the potential to make drastic changes in the community and its members. Mays began building its relationships within the Stone Oak and surrounding areas in 2000 as a sports-only facility. By 2007, they opened a wellness center and have seen a tremendous increase in participation through the years. The wellness floor features brand new cardio equipment including full weight machine circuits and free weights. For those who visit the Y regularly, there are two studios and group exercise classes included in their membership (recently added to the lineup of classes was Barre Pilates and TRX). Mays is constantly seeking ways to set their members up for success; making healthy living a lifestyle for any age. One of the ways Mays makes healthy living easier is through Fit Path. These free personalized workouts with one of their wellness coaches helps people of all ages make the most of their time at the Y. Wellness Coaches tailor workouts to each individual based on their specific health goals and follow up on their progress frequently. Building strong minds, bodies and spirits is not the only thing on their to-do list. Building strong families is a core value at Mays. An enclosed Childwatch center overlooks the workout space ensuring that children of all ages are entertained and safe while Mom and Dad squeeze in a workout. The Y also offers free family events open to the whole community that includes their huge Camp Out each July and quality-time events like Bingo and Art nights. The events are fun for the whole family and offer a time-out from busy schedules to just spend time with family and friends. These events are often posted on Mays YMCA’s Facebook page and online calendar. Mays YMCA started as a sports facility and while they have expanded they still hold true to their roots. Mays offers soccer, baseball, softball, lacrosse, flag and tackle football all onsite at their expansive 7,000 square foot facility. Off-site sports include volleyball and basketball. Children as young as three can participate in one of their most popular athletic programs: SOCCER! The little guys and gals can begin to learn the sport by playing on a small field without referees. Winter Sports start up in mid-October so if you’re looking for a way to help your kids build confidence and be a part of something bigger than themselves Mays YMCA offers sports such as flag football, volleyball and basketball during the winter season. Registration is still available.

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Socializing: It’s For Kids, Ages 1 To 111

By Michelle Houriet, Executive Director Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community (210) 209-8956 ost people understand the the workplace or raising children. During the importance of encouraging and retirement years, with children living their teaching young children to socialize, own lives, losing friends or moving away but it’s easy to overlook the importance of from them, the opportunities for socialization socialization for older adults. It should rank can continually decrease. right up there with the importance of being The more socially active people are, the physically and ﬁnancially healthy. Many less likely they will become depressed. It is seniors have spent a considerable portion of well documented that depression, stress and their lives in the company of others; either in isolation can lead to health issues. Experts

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in this time frame, which means that if you add or subtract 20.2 from 10.2, you get the range of the index’s yearly total return that could be expected 67% of the time. 1,2 You learn the merits of rebalancing your portfolio. To the neophyte investor, rebalancing when the market is hot may seem illogical. If your portfolio is disproportionately weighted in equities, is that a problem? It could be. You learn not to get too attached to certain types of investments. Sometimes an investor will succumb to familiarity bias, which is say that seniors who enjoy an active social life often extend their lives by years; but there are numerous other beneﬁts. It helps provide a higher self-esteem, a sense of purpose, something to look forward to. Being social does not mean you have to be the “Bell of the Ball” or “Mr. Outgoing.” It could simply be having someone to share a meal with, being a part of a Bridge Club, a Book Club, or a volunteer, dance or travel group or going to the local Senior Center. Just being with people counts! Reach out to your neighbors, church groups and other organizations – and stay as vibrant, active, and social as you’ve always been. As children with elderly parents, it is imperative to focus on the need for emotional stimulation, just as much as ensuring

the rejection of diversiﬁcation for familiar investments. You learn to be patient. Even if you prefer a tactical asset allocation strategy over the standard buy-and-hold approach, time teaches you how quickly the markets rebound from downturns and why you should stay invested even through systemic shocks. The pursuit of your long-term ﬁnancial objectives should not falter. Client Centric Wealth Management may be reached at 210-807-7599 or www. ccwmgmt.com. 19230 Stone Oak Parkway, Suite 315, 78258 Citations:1. fc.standardandpoors. com/sites/client/generic/axa/axa4/Article. vm?topic=5991&siteContent=8088 [6/4/15] 2. It is not possible to invest directly in an index.

their physical needs are being met. At Independence Hill Retirement Community, Assisted Living and Independence Village, our Neighborhood of Garden Homes, we provide residents with activities and opportunities designed to meet their physical, emotional, spiritual and social needs. We invite them to participate in numerous volunteer opportunities, as we know how much valuable knowledge and experience they possess. Joining a group of people with the same interests makes life more fun. Independence Hill Retirement Resort Community is located in Stone Oak at 20450 Huebner Rd., San Antonio, TX 78258. For more information, call (210) 209-8956 or visit www.independencehill. com

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Specht ES Students Parachute UCA Cheer Camp A Huge To Fitness Success Success For SMBS Cheer Submitted By Jason Gordon tudents in P.E. teacher Juanita Gatrelle’s class at Specht Elementary had an awesome time recently while learning valuable lessons. Students used teamwork to stretch a parachute made up of various colors before turning it into a spacious air-ﬁlled dome in which they played a game underneath. “Early in the school year, I like my students to learn cooperative play,” said Gatrelle. “A lesson like the one we learned with the parachute teaches them that even if two or three kids aren’t using their teamwork skills, we won’t be successful reaching our goal.” Gatrelle also started the Specht After School Fitness Program at the beginning of the school year. The program takes place Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Specht’s students, parents and faculty members are invited to participate in the free community-building program. The Specht After School Fitness

Specht P.E. teacher Juanita Gatrelle has her students totally engaged while they play a team-building game inside the dome of a colorful parachute.

Program will focus on the importance of stretching before exercising, building your core muscles, and introducing ways to eat healthier meals. “I have really big plans for health and wellness this year,” Gatrelle said. “The healthier students are, the better they do in school. Being ﬁt helps with their learning stamina and focus. The other big thing we stress, teamwork, is a trait that will serve our students well not only in school, but in life.”

School Of Rock Announces Local All-Stars Submitted By Christina Tuchsen chool of Rock San Antonio is thrilled to announce that three of their very own, David Patton (vocals, keys), Marcelo Coronel (keys) and Michael Gerick (keys) have been chosen from thousands of fellow School of Rock students to represent the top 1 percent of students worldwide as part of the 2015 School of Rock All-Stars. School of Rock, the leader in performance-based music education, provides students with a yearly opportunity to audition for the prestigious All-Stars program, the highest level of achievement for a School of Rock student. After weeks of auditions at school locations across the world, School of Rock has chosen a select group of highly talented students to join the School of Rock All-Stars. The School of Rock All-Stars partake in a tour each summer with the best musicians and vocalists from the international network of schools, which this year will include performances at the 2015 Lollapalooza Music Festival in Chicago and Gathering of the Vibes in Bridgeport, CT. This authentic tour experience comes complete with travel, hotels, and getting to play some of the most iconic rock stages in the country. Past students have toured worldwide and have shared the stage with such notable acts

as Jon Anderson from Yes, Perry Farrell from Jane’s Addiction, Slash from Guns and Roses, and countless others. Last year, the All-Stars toured to support the Love Hope Strength charity, and were featured at Lollapalooza and Gathering of the Vibes. “Over the past month we had the opportunity to hear auditions from an exceptional group of student musicians vying for a spot on the All-Stars team for 2015,” said School of Rock CEO, Dzana Homan. “The All-Stars program is the highest level of achievement for a School of Rock student, and being selected to join the program is an honor that is bestowed on a limited few who stand out as the best of the best.” “We are extremely proud and excited here at School of Rock San Antonio to have three of our students chosen as All-Stars.” said Michele Patton, Owner and General Manager of School of Rock San Antonio. “David, Marcelo and Michael have always stood out for their natural talent playing the keyboards and we can’t wait to see them bring their musicianship to the All-Stars to take their skills to a new level.” For more information on The School of Rock All-Stars Program and School of Rock San Antonio please visit SanAntonio. SchoolofRock.com.

Market Days At Encino Park Submitted By Beverly Anderson he Encino Park Women’s Club invites you to our Annual Market Days on Saturday, October 3rd from 9 am to 5 pm and Sunday, October 4th from 9 am to 3 pm on the grounds of the Encino Park Community Center, 1923 Encino Rio. Shop with over 70 vendors for seasonal decorations, unique gifts, clothing, jewelry and more. Concessions are available.

Submitted By Donna Olson oach Hoover took the SBMS cheer team to UCA cheer camp in July where the team learned new cheers, dances, stunts and more. The cheerleaders are excited for the upcoming football season, when they can show the Comal community their new skills! During camp, there were multiple opportunities for the cheerleaders to compete for various awards and the team did not disappoint!

Won the Prestigious top spirit banana (most spirited team at the camp that day)

SBMS Camp Awards: Earned a Spirit Stick every night Earned all Superior ribbons for sideline, cheer, and extreme routine evaluations

Please join us in congratulating the team on their success! See you at the football games! GO WRANGLERS!

Won the following awards in the freshman and below divisions: 3rd place sideline 2nd place cheer 1st place overall Game Day (Sideline, Cheer, and band dance) 1st place extreme routine Best Home Dance Choreography Award

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Parking and admission are free. This event will be held rain or shine. The Encino Park Women’s Club is a community service organization and proceeds from Market Days beneﬁts local community and youth projects, scholarships and other charitable causes. For further information, contact Event Coordinator Gail Swain at epmarketdays@gmail.com

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Submitted By SV Ballroom Club nce the seventh period bell rang, junior Sierra Savage rolled her speaker system to the Senior Dining Hall and started blasting music to get people’s attention. Ballroom Club arrived and was ready to go. Savage, the President and founder of the Ballroom Club, and her fellow club officers were very excited about their first club practice. They had been planning throughout the summer and had high expectations. Over 130 students filled out forms showing interest in the club during registration and Fish Camp. “It’s going to be the biggest club to hit Smithson Valley, and that’s not an expectation, it’s a fact,” junior and club Vice President Aaron Rodriguez said. The club brought in Jennie Cizmas and David Castro, owners of C&C ballroom dance studio, to teach. Cizmas and Castro started the practice off with the basics of ballroom dancing such as walking forwards,

backwards, side to side, and the rock step. They then moved on to teaching the singletime swing. “It was a great way to start off the year because the single-time swing is a fun and simple dance,” junior and Secretary Abby Fields said. The meeting concluded with a line dance to Uptown Funk by Mark Ronson ft. Bruno Mars. C&C ballroom created the Uptown Funk line dance, and it has spread as far as Puerto Rico. The club officers also performed the line dance at Fish Camp to show the fun of dancing with the club. “My favorite part of the meeting was the Uptown Funk line dance,” junior Scott Welch said. “The club members got to do a combination of group interaction and expression of individuality.” Over 40 people showed up to the first club practice. If you missed the first club practice, don’t worry! The club will be meeting Wednesdays at 4:15 in the Senior

The SV Ballroom Club kicked off their first practice with over 40 students!

Dining Hall. The club would also like to extend a special thank you to Mrs. Arp. She saved the say when she decided to the sponsor for this fantastic group. If you have any questions email

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SA Symphony Brings Concert Series To Majestic Theatre Submitted By Laura Hernandez Aplin he San Antonio Symphony announces its POPs rock concert series with Windborne’s The Music of Queen on October 23 and The Music of Led Zeppelin on October 24, 2015. Amplified by a full rock band and accompanied by two outstanding singers for each program, creator and arranger Brent Havens guest conducts the ensemble as they capture Led Zeppelin’s “sheer blast and power and the legendary sound and music of Queen.” Both performances will bring innovative interpretations across art mediums to San Antonio. “We are focusing on a time period of incredible artistic output in the world of rock–n-roll, and are excited about continuing our relationship with the Majestic Theatre to bring these fantastic performances to

San Antonio,” said David Gross, San Antonio Symphony President. “These live performances from your San Antonio Symphony will bring a new appreciation for the artistry of these rock bands and their wonderful compositions.” According to Mike Rilley, Majestic & Empire Theatres General Manager, these internationally touring concerts enable music lovers the opportunity to experience a live performance with incredible local talent. “The Majestic is a wonderful venue for these programs, as it provides concertgoers with an acoustic sensory experience unlike any other. We are thrilled to host the Symphony again to bring San Antonio the best in live concert music.” “The Music of Queen” Bridging the gulf between rock n’ roll

and classical music, conductor/arranger Brent Havens takes the podium on October 23, 2015 at 8 p.m., as he channels the music of Freddy Mercury and Queen into a symphonic experience unlike any other. According to Havens, “The band is reproducing what Queen did live, as closely as possible within the constraints of personnel, and then having an orchestra behind the band gives the music richness, a whole new feel, a whole different sense of color but still preserving the wonderful music that they originally produced.” Familiar songs will entice rock fans to the Symphony for a new appreciation of Queen’s arrangements and Mercury’s vocal style. “The Music of Led Zeppelin” Havens’ magic continues on October 24, 2015 at 8 p.m., to present The Music of Led

Many Uses For Leftover Halloween Candy

Special To Welcome Home alloween is certainly known for the spooky decorations that adorn homes and for the creative costumes children put on to canvas the neighborhood. But for many youngsters, Halloween is all about the candy. In just a few hours, trick-or-treaters can accumulate a substantial amount of assorted chocolates, confections and other sweet treats. Once everyone has had their fill of their favorite items, candy often gets relegated to a giant bowl on the kitchen table, where it beckons each resident who passes by. Rather than submitting to the call of the candy and sacrificing your dental health as a result, enterprising individuals can repurpose that leftover Halloween candy. Incentives Parents can store extra candy to use as rewards for good behavior. Many parents use sweet treats as rewards for children learning to potty train. Rewarding older children for a job well done cleaning up their rooms or as a special treat for scoring a good grade on a test also can be a way to put the candy to good use.

Gingerbread houses Christmas is just two months after Halloween. Put candy into sealable baggies and use it come the holiday season when building gingerbread houses. You will have a variety of different candies from which to choose and won’t have to purchase anything new in order to decorate your creations. Advent calendars Halloween candy can be saved to make an Advent calendar. This calendar traditionally counts down to Christmas, revealing a date and a sweet treat behind each door. Instead of purchasing a ready-made Advent calendar, families can get together and make one for a family craft as a way to recycle Halloween candy. Goody bags Candy is a crowd-pleaser, and leftover candy can be used in goody bags doled out at birthday parties. Keep the candy wellsealed to store away until it is needed to fill goodie bags. Add a few trinkets that tie in with the theme of your party, and you’re all set. On a similar note, leftover candy can be used to stuff a piñata for a party. Piñatas are available in many different themes

and styles, making any occasion ripe for a piñata. Baking Cookies, brownies and cake bars taste even better with peanut butter cups, chips and chocolate candies baked inside. Some candy can be frozen for later use in baked goods. Baked goods can be enjoyed by the family or used for bake sales for schools and other organizations. Donations Hospitals, doctors’ offices and nursing homes may appreciate donations of candy for staff and visitors. You can visit different

Zeppelin, a program he scored to extend the listening experience of Led Zeppelin’s timeless tunes. Performed by the San Antonio Symphony and amplified with a full rock band and screaming vocals, Havens and his ensemble capture Led Zeppelin’s “sheer blast and power” riff for riff in classics such as Stairway to Heaven, Heartbreaker, Black Dog and Immigrant Song. It’s a night not to miss for Led Zeppelin fans and aficionados of complex compositions. Tickets Are On Sale Tickets start from $25. Rock concert fans can purchase tickets online at ticketmaster. com, by calling (800) 745-3000, or visiting their nearest Ticketmaster location or the Majestic Theatre Box Office.

places to see if they would appreciate a candy donation. Adult beverages Hard candies can be used to add some flavor to adult beverages. Let the candy sit in the alcohol for a few hours and the candy will dissolve. Use a coffee filter to strain out any candy remnants. There are many different ways to put Halloween candy to use so it doesn’t go to waste or end up ruining teeth and waistlines.

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children from infant age through primary grades. For info call Rose at 781-7288! He Cares Ministry is a nondenominational church that believes in the Holy Trinity, and that Jesus Christ is the one true son of God. They believe that it is not possible to be saved by works alone, but only by acceptance of Jesus as our lord and savior.

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K9 Corner By Catherine Laria K9 Country Club (830) 980-8476

Halloween And Your Pet’s Safety

hen you say “Happy Halloween” you think of candy and fun, but beware of some dangers this night can pose to your pets. Lots of visitors, people roaming the streets, and scary costumes can all contribute to your normally calm, friendly pet turning into Kujo. Here are some safety tips to follow during this night of ghosts and goblins:

Don’t leave pets in the yard. There are many stories of vicious pranksters who have teased, injured, stolen, even killed pets

on Halloween. This time of year can be especially deadly for black cats. If you can’t keep them secure in your house, consider boarding them for the night. No Candy: As much as they beg, remember chocolate can be dangerous for pets. Symptoms may include vomiting, diarrhea, hyperactivity, even seizures. Candies containing the artiﬁcial sweetener xylitol can be poisonous to dogs, even in small amounts. Ingesting tin foil and cellophane wrappers can pose a choking hazard or cause an intestinal blockage. If you suspect your pet has ingested a potentially dangerous substance, you can call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435. Watch those lit pumpkins: Pets can

knock it over and cause a ﬁre. Curious kittens and wagging tails run the risk of getting burned. If you dress up your pet, make sure the costume isn’t constricting or unsafe. Don’t obstruct their vision. Even the sweetest dog can get snappy when they can’t see what’s going on around them. Dressing your pet up can be stressful. If he doesn’t love it, don’t do it. Keep pets in a separate room during trick-or-treat hours; many strangers in strange costumes can be scary for them. Plus when the door opens you run a high risk of your cat or dog darting out during the commotion. Be sure your pet’s collars and IDs are on secure. Even if they don’t normally wear one, this would be an important night to do so. If there is an accidental escape, identiﬁcation will increase the chances of them being returned to you. Want to teach your dog new “Tricks” for Halloween? DON’T miss our “Clicks with Tricks” class beginning October 22nd. This action packed class will have you and your

Fajita Dinner Fundraiser For SVHS Ranger Band Submitted By Michelle Matula he Smithson Valley High School (SVHS) Ranger Band will hold its 7th annual fajita dinner fundraiser on Friday, October 9th from 6 to 9 p.m. in the school cafeteria (14001 Highway 46 West). Last year’s event was attended by 750 and raised more than $14,000 for the band. The SVHS Ranger Band is generously supported by the Comal Independent School District; however, the SVHS Band Boosters cover additional expenses The SVHS Ranger Band. necessary to keep the from various local businesses. band’s commitment of There are 280 students in the 2015-2016 excellence and the proceeds from the Fajita Ranger Band. Each of the various sections of Dinner and Auctions go directly to the band for purchasing of new instruments, the band will have a themed basket/package maintenance of existing instruments, private up for bid. The evening will conclude with instruction for band students, supplies and a performance by the band and color guard. “This is our largest fundraiser of the materials, and registration and fees for yearly year,” said SVHS Band Director Matt competitions and scholarship programs. A variety of silent and live auction items Boening. “It’s an evening ﬁlled with good will be up for bid. Auction items secured to food and fun, a great silent and live auction, date include a diamond pendant, a trumpet, and a showcase of the outstanding musical 2 night hotel stay, sporting event tickets, talent of our students. And all of the money restaurant gift certiﬁcates and gift cards goes directly to our programs that support the students.”

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Indian Springs Leader In Me Program Submitted By Lauren Lichte ndian Springs Elementary is proud to be kicking off our second year of the Leader In Me Program! To get the students and community excited, they will be holding their Leadership Week September 8th11th. They hope to see all of their Coyote families at their Family Leadership Night on September 8th at 6:00pm. In order to help them cultivate positive leaders, they are looking for volunteers to join their mentor program. As a mentor, you

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Kick Back! Relax! By Tanji Patton Goodtaste.tv emme guess... Did everyone sigh a big ahhhhhhh when the school bells rang?! Back to school means back to a routine and yes, a bit of celebrating. ;) Put the craziness of the first few weeks of school behind you and kick your feet up with something say… with bubbles! How about a bright and fragrant Saint Hilaire cocktail? This comes courtesy of my friends at Bohanan’s and the San Antonio Cocktail Conference. It’s made with Elderflower liqueur (seasonal and quite tasty!) and the sparkling wine of your choice in a champagne flute. Garnish with a fresh lemon twist. Coconut is the new ‘it’ fruit – not to mention the hydrating sensation of the year. There’s a brand new signature cocktail that ROCKS from Sparrow Bar + Cookshop. It’s a take on a coconut daiquiri, dubbed The Cuban Cox, with an interesting origin story: During the Spanish American war, a gentleman named Jennings Cox was living in Cuba near the city of Daiquiri. He ran out of gin and was afraid to serve his guests rum straight up, so he added lime and sugar to make it more delicious. Thus, the “real” daiquiri was born, or so the story goes. There are several ‘real’ daiquiri stories floating around. Cuban Cox is made with a dry Riesling from Australia! Super crisp and tart with a floral, limey characteristic. Flor de Caña Pina Colada recipe calls for Flor de Caña 7 Rum; a Nicaraguan rum with a rich flavor profile of fig, vanilla, and oak:

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Show Your Heart Some Love With Seafood

By Blake Groomer Groomer’s Seafood (210) 377-0951 n 2008, almost one in every four deaths was due to heart disease. I hate to start this article with such a grim statistic, but the fact is heart disease is very real, is the #1 killer of Americans. This affects many of our friends, families, and even ourselves. I’ve been able to see a glimpse of the pain heart disease can cause, with my girlfriend who lost her father to this silent killer. What may be sadder than these facts is that many don’t know that one simple dietary change of eating seafood twice a week can do wonders for your heart health. Seafood is a lean protein packed with things good for your heart, including essential omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA, along with selenium, vitamins and minerals. And it’s no coincidence that the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee recommends even more seafood

as it is included in such heart-healthy dietary patterns as in the Mediterranean diet and DASH Eating Plan. Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian of the Harvard School of Public Health has stated that “seafood is likely the single most important food one can consume for good health.” In his research studies, Dr. Mozaffarian observed that eating seafood twice a week reduced the risks of dying from heart disease by 36 percent! In my experience the top reasons people don’t eat seafood (even if they know it’s good for them) is that they simply don’t know how to cook or order it. I can understand that. In this day, we’re very used to getting things pre-packaged at the super market and the transition of moving from that to an open ended “how much mahi-mahi would you like” kind of question can be a little

Volunteers prepared a wall for paint at a community center in Laredo, Texas.

Submitted by Marla Chaloupka ocal, state, and international mission projects were fulfilled this summer by teams of volunteers from Hope Arise United Methodist Church. Blanco Flood Relief was the first project of the summer. Each Monday, volunteers from the church traveled north to assist with clean-up efforts in San Marcos, Wimberley, and Blanco following the devastating floods there over the Memorial Day Weekend. Debris removal and home repair were just a few of the projects volunteers assisted with in the hard-hit area. Later in the summer, a group of about a dozen youth and adults traveled to Haiti in what turned out to be about a 45 hour trip with flight delays due to weather. While there, missionary work included visiting and praying with Haitians in their homes, painting church pews, and helping with games and art activities at a teen camp. The group also visited the Lighthouse, a children’s orphanage, where they devoted time to those who have lost parents or who are facing physical challenges. Despite the language barrier, volunteers brought back stories of the instant bonds they made with the Haitians they met. “Friendship, it seems, is not always dependent on mutual language or longterm interaction. Sometimes all it takes is genuine love for each other,” remarked Emily Peterson, Hope Arise Youth Director and organizer of the trip coordinated through Jesus in Haiti Ministries. Closer to home, the next project of the church was a trip to Laredo. Volunteers worked at a math and science camp being sponsored by the Holding Institute Community Center for neighborhood youth.

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Bonds were formed during the mission trip to Haiti.

When camp was over each day, the Hope Arise volunteers were assigned the task of painting a wall, bell tower, and other parts of the building that is under renovation. Fellowship, music, prayer, and service were prominent throughout the trip. Finally, summer mission activities concluded with a Vacation Bible School at the Encino Park Community Center. More than 30 children from the area participated in bible stories, games, crafts, and science activities. The youth also made “no-sew” blankets for Alexis Angel Ministries, a local organization that serves children fighting cancer. The attendees also decorated paper faces and made butterfly crafts to send to the Jesus in Haiti Ministries. To see more photos of the mission work of Hope Arise, visit the church’s Facebook page. Hope Arise meets Sundays at 10:30 a.m. at the Encino Park Community Center. for most people and is something that both your heart and your taste buds will really appreciate. So come on down to show your heart a little bit of love, we’ll show you just how easy, fun and delicious seafood can really be! As always for any seafood questions feel free to email us at groomerseafood@gmail. com or just give us a call at 210-377-0951.

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Spurs Coyote Visits Indian Springs To Help Kick-Off Year Two Of Leadership Program Submitted By Jason Gordon ndian Springs Elementary celebrated the fact the campus is once again a “Leader in Me” campus this school year with a pep rally on Sept. 2. This is the second straight year Indian Springs received the “Leader in Me” grant. Based on Stephen Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People,” “Leader in Me” produces transformational results such as higher academic achievement, fewer discipline The Spurs Coyote is surrounded by students from Indian Springs problems, and increased Elementary during his surprise visit to the campus during a pep rally engagement among teachers and on September 2. The visit helped celebrate the fact Indian Springs earned the “Leader in Me” grant for a second straight year. It’s a parents. “This program will not only program based on Stephen Covey’s “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People.” teach our students skills they will use in elementary school, but as Elementary students. adults one day,” said Marisa Wulfsberg, The Coyote revved up the crowd by Indian Springs Elementary principal. “I’ve getting a “Go Spurs Go!” chant started. had a lot of our parents tell me they use the Students from each grade level then stood 7 Habits in their work environment. They up and taught Covey’s 7 Habits to the are thrilled we are teaching them here. We Coyote. are also showing students how they can “The Coyote is our school mascot so make the habits a part of their daily lives.” this was a wonderful treat for our kids,” The pep rally, which included every said Wulfsberg. “I couldn’t think of a better student on campus, had a surprise visitor. way to kick off our second Leader in Me The world-famous Spurs Coyote sprang campaign.” through the cafeteria doorway to the loud cheers of more than 700 Indian Springs

GVTC Foundation Supports HCPCC Expansion In Bulverde

Submitted By Diana Anzollitto he GVTC Foundation recently awarded a grant to the Hill Country Pregnancy Care Center in support of the HCPCC expansion of services to the Bulverde/Spring Branch area. Working with the Acacia Medical Mission and the Gabriel Project of St. Joseph’s of Honey Creek Catholic Church, the HCPCC will be providing the same free services in Bulverde that are available in Boerne. Thanks to an anonymous donor, a laptop sonogram machine has been purchased and staff have been trained on it. This will allow the HCPCC to provide ﬁrst trimester sonograms along with pregnancy tests and maternity vitamins for pregnant women.

STD testing and treatment will also be available thanks to a grant from the Baptist Health Foundation of San Antonio and the TxDSHS. Prenatal and parenting classes will be available. Because the HCPCC has a Spanish speaking medically trained staff member, these free services will be available in both English and Spanish. Services will be provided on the campus of St. Joseph’s of Honey Creek Catholic Church on the last Thursday of each month. For more information about services, to volunteer or if you would like to donate in support of this new program please call the HCPCC at 830-249-9717.

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Substitutes Of The Year Recognized Submitted By Jason Gordon ome of Comal ISD’s unsung heroes received a nice surprise recently, as the district recognized Substitutes of the Year at the August school board meeting. The 2014-15 Substitutes of the Year received a certiﬁcate and were congratulated by Superintendent Andrew Kim and members of the school board. “It was great. I think they truly appreciated it,” said Sonia Hernandez, Comal ISD substitute specialist. “We have some awesome substitutes. One of the common traits of the winners is they always seem to be there when we need them, even in last-minute and emergency situations.” Principals at every Comal ISD campus selected a Substitute of the Year based on criteria such as attendance, professional judgment, enthusiasm, teaching qualities, classroom management and organization. A nurse Substitute of the Year was also named. They were: Paulette Little, Bill Brown; Kimberly Hopkins, Clear Spring; Norma Trevino, Kinder Ranch; Sherilen Roberts, Freiheit; Krista Rivera, Goodwin Frazier; Kim Farlow, Garden Ridge; Hope Monceaux, Julian Monceaux, Hoffmann Lane; Kathleen Andrews, Johnson Ranch; Jennifer Graham, Mountain Valley; Monica Carney, Morningside; Georgeanne Badurak, Indian Springs; Jana Corbin, Oak Creek;

GVTC staff and president of the GVTC Foundation presenting a check to Diana Anzollitto and Kim Barton of the Bulverde Gabriel Project.

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Lesser-Known Information About Halloween Special To Welcome Home alloween is a day of costumes, hijinks and an often unhealthy helping of sugary sweets. Many celebrants know that Halloween evolved from ancient Celtic festivals, such as Samhain, which marked the end of the harvest season and the dawn of winter. Celts were no longer spending long days in the pastures, and so they gathered in their homes to tell stories and wait out the winter. When Christianity spread, Halloween became intertwined with a feast day dedicated to the saints and deceased loved ones. “All Hallows Even,” eventually got shortened to “Hallowe’en,” and then Halloween. Though certain parts of Halloween history are well-known, there are many additional interesting facts about this beloved holiday that are less widely known. The following are some lesser known Halloween tidbits, courtesy of the websites, The Thought & Expression Company and Random History, as well as “The Halloween Handbook” (Citadel Press) by Ed Morrow. The first jack-o-lanterns were made from turnips and beets. Pumpkins were used after Halloween was brought to North America. The word “witch” is thought to come from the Olde English word “wicce,” meaning “wise woman.” Witches once were held in high regard. Pumpkins actually are a fruit, a type of squash that is a member of the gourd family. Its cousins include cucumbers, melons, and other squashes. Trick-or-treating may have originated

with a European custom called “souling.” On All Soul’s Day, early Christians would go door-to-door begging for “soul cakes,” which were square pieces of bread with currants. The more cakes a person received, the more prayers he or she would promise to the dead relatives of the cake donors. Witches may have rubbed a sacred ointment made with a hallucinogenic herb onto their skin. This gave them a feeling of flying, and if they had been fasting, they felt even giddier. Many witches rode on horseback, but those who were poor traveled on foot and carried a broom to launch themselves over streams. One-quarter of all the candy sold each year is purchased around Halloween. Halloween candy sales in the United States average about $2 billion annually. Some people still celebrate the ancient Celtic customs of Samhain. Many followers of various pagan religions, such as the Druids and Wiccans, observe this day as a religious festival and a memorial day for their deceased friends. It also is a night to practice various forms of divination. The owl is a popular Halloween symbol. In Medieval Europe, owls were thought to be witches. The first-known mention of trick-ortreating was found in print in 1927 in Blackie, Alberta, Canada. Ireland is believed by many to be the birthplace of Halloween. Both Salem, Massachusetts, and Anoka, Minnesota, are the self-proclaimed Halloween capitals of the world.

Pumpkins are now carved and displayed as Halloween decorations. Orange is a color of strength and symbolic of the harvest. The largest pumpkin ever grown was more than 1,600 pounds. It was grown by Joe Jutras of North Scituate, RI. Halloween is a mysterious time, born of various festivals, rituals and symbolism. Over several centuries, the celebration has evolved into a holiday enjoyed by millions, each in their own different ways.

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Halloween Treats That Are Spooky And Delicious Special To Welcome Home alloween parties are commonplace. Full of frightful decorations and spooky lighting, a good Halloween party also features food that plays up the theme of the evening. Therefore, Halloween party hosts will need to get creative with the type of foods they serve to ensure a “spooktacular” time. With a little ingenuity, otherwise mundane foods can be transformed into something worthy of a second look. Here are some creative ways to turn ordinary food items into Halloween-inspired fare for your next get-together. Ghosts in the Pumpkin Patch Using bananas and clementines or small oranges, you can create the appearance of ghosts haunting a ﬁeld of pumpkins. Peel both the oranges and the bananas and place small chocolate chips into the rounded “head” of the banana to create a ghost face. Use a piece of green gummy candy or something that will hold its shape to create “stems” for the orange pumpkins. Place the ghosts and pumpkins on a platter or in a bowl for a healthy and festive snack. Witches’ Brew Create a punch recipe that bubbles and looks like a witch’s evil concoction. Put two quarts of lime sherbet for a green punch (or orange sherbet if you prefer an orange

punch) in a punch bowl. Add a two-liter bottle of ginger ale and one can of pineapple juice. Feel free to float “eyeball” peeled grapes or gummy worms in the brew for a more authentic effect. If available, add a piece of dry ice to the punch so it bubbles and fizzes. Sugar Spiderwebs Spiders and their sticky webs go handin-hand with Halloween. Create spiderwebs that can be used to adorn cookies and cupcakes and give them an extra scary flair. Use a template of a spiderweb and place this template under a piece of waxed paper to serve as your guide. Use store-bought or homemade royal icing to pipe out the shape of the spiderweb on top of the waxed paper. Allow to dry until completely hardened, then peel off the paper. Repeat the process for as many spiderwebs as you need. You can use these spiderwebs as garnish for a variety of baked goods, or they can be eaten on their own. Ghoulish Graveyard What would Halloween be without a haunted graveyard? With a few tasty ingredients, you can recreate this classic look in a rich dessert. Crush graham crackers and mix with melted butter and sugar to create a cookie crust. Press into the bottom of a baking pan. Prepare some chocolate pudding to pour on top of the crust and allow it to grow firm.

Then sprinkle crushed chocolate cookies on top to create the appearance of soil. Push some rounded-edge, oblong creamﬁlled cookies into the pudding to serve as tombstones. Decorate with candy worms, gummy skeletons and any other candy items that can add to the look. Black licorice sticks poked with black licorice strings can look like dead trees.

October Is Dysautonomia Awareness Month

Submitted By Gail Lamb ysautonomia is an umbrella term used to describe several different medical conditions that cause a malfunction of the Autonomic Nervous System. The Autonomic Nervous System controls the “automatic” functions of the body that we do not consciously think about, such as heart rate, blood pressure, digestion, dilation and constriction of the pupils of the eye, kidney function, and temperature control. People living with various forms of dysautonomia have trouble regulating these systems, which can result in lightheadedness, fainting, unstable blood pressure, abnormal heart rates, malnutrition, and in severe cases, death. Dysautonomia is not rare. Over 70 million people worldwide live with various forms of dysautonomia. People of any age, gender or race can be impacted. There is no cure for any form of dysautonomia at this time, but Dysautonomia International is funding research to develop better treatments, and hopefully someday a cure for each form of dysautonomia. Despite the high prevalence of dysautonomia, most patients take years to get diagnosed due to a lack of awareness amongst the public and within the medical profession. Some of the different forms of dysautonomia include: Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) - estimated to impact 1 out of 100 teenagers and, including adult patients, a total of 1,000,000 to 3,000,000 Americans. POTS can cause light-headedness, fainting, tachycardia, chest pains, and shortness of breath, GI upset, shaking, exercise intolerance, temperature sensitivity and more. While POTS predominantly impacts young women

who look healthy on the outside, researchers compare the disability seen in POTS to the disability seen in conditions like COPD and congestive heart failure. Neurocardiogenic Syncope (NCS) - NCS is the most common form of dysautonomia, NCS impacts tens of millions of individuals worldwide. Many individuals with NCS have a mild case, with fainting spells once or twice in their lifetime. Individuals with moderate to severe NCS have difﬁculty engaging in work, school and social activities due to the frequent fainting attacks. Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) - MSA is a fatal form of dysautonomia that occurs in adult ages 40 and up. It is a neurodegenertive disorder with some similarities to Parkinson’s disease, but unlike Parkinson’s patients. MSA is considered a rare disease, with an estimated 350,000 patients worldwide. Dysautonomia can also occur secondary to other medical conditions, such as diabetes, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, celiac, Sjogren’s syndrome, lupus, and Parkinson’s.1,3 There is currently no cure for dysautonomia, but secondary forms may improve with treatment of the underlying disease.4 There are some

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treatments available to improve quality of life, both with medications and lifestyle changes/adaptations. You can make a difference in the lives of people living with dysautonomia by donating today! www. Dysautonomiainternational.org. Sources1. National Institutes of Health Rare Disease Network’s Autonomic Disorders Consortium 2. Dysautonomias:

Scary Grin Turn a whole watermelon into a jacko’-lantern and ﬁll with fruit salad. This makes for a refreshing treat and provides an alternative to candy. Cut the watermelon as you would a pumpkin and hollow out the insides to use for the salad. Add sliced berries, grapes, apples, pears, and any other fruits you desire.

Clinical Disorders of the Autonomic Nervous System. 3. Dysautonomia, A family of misunderstood disorders. Richard N. Fogoros, M.D., About.com 4. National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke Information Page 5. Clinical Disorders of the Autonomic Nervous System Associated With Orthostatic Intolerance: An Overview of Clariﬁcation.

Music Class Collaboration At Specht Elementary

(l-r) Cassandra Streeter, JJ Buczek and Tristan Kerr creating their own beat using Tubano drums.

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2015 SOBA BUS I N E S S E XPO This annual event is in its 12th year! Benefiting Barbra Bush Middle School - Home of the Bulldogs! The Stone Oak Business Association started a new program for the 2015-16 school year. The SOBA Gives Back to Schools Project donates a portion of the event proceeds to the host school; giving schools much needed funds to take field trips, purchase material or finish a project.

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Learn More About The NEISD Bond Proposal! North East ISD Superintendent, Dr. Gottardy, will present information about the 2015 Bond Proposal during the Stone Oak Business Association meeting on October 29, 2015. The bond package was designed with input from NEISD principals, District staff, parents, students and community members. The 2015 Bond focuses on ﬁve categories: Safety and Security, Technology, Operations, Extracurricular and Facilities. Please come learn how the $499.95 million bond proposal would reach every campus in the district.

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