Creek Bend Estates August 2018

Creek Bend Estates 

Community News 

Official Online Newsletter 

IT’S BACK TO SCHOOL TIME! 

August 2018 

Important Numbers pg. 2 

Library News pgs. 7-9 

School News 

pgs.12-16 

Houston Events pg. 19 

Sport News 

pgs.20-23 

Recipes 

pg.27 

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CREEK BEND ESTATES IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

2 

REALMANAGE COMPANY 

Mailing Address: 16000 Barkers Point #250, Houston, TX 77079 

866-473-2573 www.realmanage.com/office-locations/houston 

CREEK BEND ESTATES BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

Terry Huckaby, President 

Marc Jacobs, Vice President 

Giovanni Pintabona, Secretary 

Hermes Troches, Treasurer 

Toshar Mondegarian, Director 

SECURITY 

Emergency (Police, Fire & Ambulance) 911 

(Emergency calls are answered by the Harris County emergency 

control center. To help facilitate your call, tell the dispatcher Westlake 

Volunteer Fire Department responds to fire and/or ambulance 

emergencies.) 

Sheriff (Non- Emergency) 713-221-6000 

Sheriff (Fry Road) 281-647-9371 

Crime Stoppers 

713-222-TIPS 

IMPORTANT NUMBERS 

Poison Control 1-800-222-1222 

Animal Control 281-999-3191 

Memorial Herman Katy Hospital 281-644-7000 

Children’s Protective Svs 713-394-4000 

Harris Co. Public Health & Envir 713-439-6000 

Severn Trent (Morton Rd MUD) 281-579-4500 

Best Trash 281-313-2378 

Greater Houston Pool Mgmt 281-859-8667 

Comcast Cable 713-341-1000 

NEW MANAGEMENT COMPANY 

Our new management company is RealManage, www.realmanage. 

com/office-locations/houston, located at 16000 Barkers Point #250, 

Houston, TX 77079 and their number is 866-473-2573. 

TRASH AND RECYCLE REMINDER 

Don’t forget trash days are Mondays and Thursdays. Recycling is 

picked up in the red bins on Mondays. They come early, so be sure 

you put out your trash the night before or early in the morning. 

STREET AMBASSADORS NEEDED 

We are looking for volunteers! Your duties will include recruiting 

your neighbors to attend various neighborhood events and activities, 

as well as being the “go-to” for any questions and concerns 

your neighbors may have. 

CRIME 

If you see suspicious cars or people in the subdivision 

DO NOT HESITATE, call 911 and report it. 

• Keep your gates locked. 

• Keep your Alarm systems on or activated. 

• Keep your Garage doors closed. 

STREET LIGHTS 

We have to pay every month for your street light whether it is 

working or not. If you notice yours is out go to http://cnp.centerpointenergy.com/outage. 

You will need the pole number. Please 

help us to keep the lights on and not waste money. 

Reliant Energy 713-207-7777 

Centerpoint Energy 713-207-2222 

Street Light Out 800-332-7143 

Gas Leak 713-659-2111 

Power Outage 713-207-2222 

www.centerpointenergy.com/outage 

AT&T 800-288-2747 

SCHOOLS/LIBRARIES 

KISD Administration 281-396-6000 

Stephens Elementary 281-234-0200 

Mayde Creek Junior High 281-237-3900 

Mayde Creek High School 281-237-3000 

Bear Creek Library 281-550-0885 

Maude Marks Library 281-492-8592 

Katy Library 281-391-3509 

Creek Bend Estates 

TRASH PICK-UP is 

Monday & Thursday. 

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TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS LIST 

If you are between 12 and 18 and would like to be added to the teenage 

job seeker’s list, please fill out the form on our website (www. 

krenekprinting.com, click submissions and choose Jobseekers) 

with your name, birthdate (mo. & yr.), phone number, year you will 

graduate and the name of your newsletter/subdivision. Check the 

list of jobs you want on your form. Please make sure your email is 

correct, we send emails in the summer to make sure all the info is 

still good and that you want to stay on the list. If we do not hear 

back from you after 3 tries, we will remove you from the list until 

we do. Must have parent(s) permission. 

DISCLAIMER 

Neither the subdivision, nor Krenek Printing is responsible for those 

listed on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check 

out references if you do not personally know those listed. This is 

just a list of teenagers from the subdivision who wish to find part 

time jobs. Responsibility for any work done by these teenagers is 

between those seeking helpers and the teens and their parents. 

CODE KEY: 

B - BABYSITTING, CPR - CPR CERT., FAC - FIRST AID CERT., RCC - RED CROSS CERT., SS - SAFE 

SITTER, SL - SWIM LESSONS, PP - PET/PLANT SITTER, P - PET CARE ONLY, H - HOUSE CARE, 

L - LAWN CARE, C- CAR CARE/DETAILING, T - TUTORING 

TEENAGE JOB SEEKER’S LIST 

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August 2018 | Community Newsletter

Take classes close to home 

right here in Katy 

at Houston Community College - Katy Campus 

CONSERVATION IN THE HOME 

START IN THE BATHROOM 

Did you know that about 75% of water used in the home is used in the 

bathroom? Look for ways to save water whenever possible. You’ll help 

Texas and reduce your water bill as well. 

Register today at www.hccs.edu 

call us at 713.718.8558 

or drop in and visit us at 1550 Foxlake Dr., Houston 

We’re here Monday through Friday to get you 

on your way to a college degree, 

• Bathing: Take a shower instead of a bath to save water. A short shower 

uses less water than a long one. A low-flow showerhead will save as much 

as 50% of the amount of water currently used, while still providing a refreshing, 

cleansing shower. Installing a low-flow showerhead is the single 

most effective conservation step that can be taken inside the home. 

• Toilet: Toilets sold during the ‘80s and early ‘90s use 3.5 gallons per 

flush. The greatest savings come from replacing your toilet with a 1.6 

gallon model. Since 1992 in Texas and 1994 nationally, new toilets must 

use 1.6 gallons or less per flush. Do not use a brick in your toilet tank. 

The brick will crumble and can damage the fixture. 

• Lavatory: Change your habits! Don’t let water run continuously while 

brushing your teeth, shaving or washing your hands. Also, a low-flow faucet 

aerator can save up to 50% of the water currently used in the lavatory. 

N. Fry Rd. 

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ON TO THE KITCHEN FOR MORE SAVINGS... 

About 8% of in-home water use takes place in the kitchen. 

And now for the Kitchen Sink: 

• Run water only when necessary. 

• Fill the basin or a dish pan to rinse dishes instead 

of using running water. 

• Soak pots and pans before washing. 

• Fill the basin or a pan with water to wash fruits and vegetables. 

• Keep a pitcher of water in the fridge rather than running 

tap water until it is cold enough to drink. 

• Operate the garbage disposal only when necessary. 

Dishwasher tips 

• Wash only full loads. 

• When you need to buy a new machine, take a look at the water saving 

models. Newer models can cut water use by 25% and generally are no 

more expensive than non-conserving models. 

Tunes for Texans 

Musical Instrument Donation Drive 

benefiting Texas schools in need 

Accepting gently used, 

playable instruments, 

as well as monetary donations 

(checks payable to BSA Troop 1103) 

All around the house 

• Washing machines: Doing the laundry requires about 

14% of water used inside the home. 

• Conserve by adjusting the water level to match the size of your loads. 

• Wash only full loads. 

Pipes: Insulate hot water pipes where possible to avoid long delays and 

wasted water while waiting for the water to “run hot.” 

Water Heater: Check the thermostat. Don’t have your water heater 

thermostat set too high. Settings higher than 125 degrees waste energy 

since the water has to be mixed with cold water before use. 

And most important... fix those leaks! 

• Leaks can account for 10% or more of the water bill. Leaks waste 

both water and energy. 

• Need proof? A toilet with a silent leak of one cup of water a minute - a 

mere dribble - wastes about 2,700 GALLONS OF WATER A MONTH. That’s 

not just water down the drain, that’s dollars down the drain. Your dollars. 

© Association of Water Board Directors - Texas 

Drop off Dates: 

Aug.1 - Sept. 1 

Cinco Ranch Lake House 

Mon/Wed/Fri. 9am-1pm & 2-6 pm 

Aug. 12 - St. Faustia Church 

before/after 9am, 11am & 4:30pm Mass 

Eagle Scout project 

for John Paulson 

To arrange pickups, contact John Paulson at 

tunesfortexans@gmail.com or visit 

Tunes for Texans on Facebook 

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Gardening Tips for August 

• Time now to make plans for fall landscaping projects. 

• Clean up flowerbeds of fallen foliage, yellowed leaves 

and dead wood. Light green leaves may signify lack of 

iron (chlorosis). Correct with iron cheleates. 

• Cut off old dead foliage on irises. Scratch in a little bone 

meal around the roots. 

• Prune roses to reshape and groom plants for fall growth. 

• Wait until November to plant petunias and pansies. 

• Chinch bug damage is obvious now. You will have areas 

of thin and/or dead turf where they weren’t brought under 

control. There is a new generation going now. This 

batch causes the most damage. Use Dursban to stop the 

damage. 

• Until the weather gets back to the 80’s, St. Augustine 

grass grows slowly. If you fill in with sod, don’t expect a 

fast turnaround. The sod may look like it’s not growing 

while it puts down roots. You will need to water the new 

sod often and deeply to get it started but this also creates 

a disease environment. Water early so the sun can dry 

the turf. 

• Now is a good time to work new beds. Till them up, add 

organic material, mix it in, then let them cure for a month 

or so. Add in any amendments like micro-nutrients. Keep 

the beds moist so the microorganisms have a favorable 

environment. 

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THEATER/ARTS 

Katy Visual & Performing Arts 

Center (KVPAC) 

www.kvpac.org 

2501 S Mason Rd., Suite 290, Katy, TX 77450 

Season Tickets, including all new FLEX Packages, are on-sale now to lockin 

the best price and choice seat. Pre-Sale Show Tickets are $15 Adults and 

$12 Seniors. Tickets increase by $3 at the door. Group rates are available 

at www.kvpac.org or in person. For Katy audience members who seek 

an evening at the theater, they can look to Encore Players as a source to 

enjoy the theater in their own home town without the long commute or 

high cost involved with heading to one of downtown Houston’s theaters. 

Katy Visual & Performing Arts Center (KVPAC) is a non-profit arts education 

organization helping artists find their light since 2001. 

Stageworks Theatre 

DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST: July 20 th -August 12, 2018 

Fridays and Saturdays at 7:30 PM 

Saturday matinees at 2:30 PM 

Sunday matinees at 3 PM 

Stageworks Theatre is located at 10760 Grant Road, 

Houston, Texas 77070. Website: www.stageworkshouston.org. 

Mildred’s Umbrella Theater Co. 

MAINSTAGE SEASON 

Chelsea Market Theater, 4617 Montrose Blvd. #100, Houston, TX 

77006 

THE MOORS: August 30-September 15, 2018 - Thursdays- 

Saturdays at 8 PM; Sunday, September 9, 2018 at 3 PM and Monday, 

September 10, 2018 at 8 PM Cost: All Shows Pay What You Can 

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info@mildredsumbrella.com or 832-463-0409. 

HARRIS COUNTY LEASH LAW 

Animals that are not properly restrained pose a threat to all our 

residents. While you may know your pet is friendly, an animal running 

at someone who is walking by is very scary for that person. 

Many children are afraid of animals and become frightened, which 

could result in the child getting hurt trying to avoid the animal. 

Harris County Animal Control advises, “All dogs and cats must be 

kept under restraint while in the unincorporated areas of Harris 

County, Texas. The custodian of a dog or cat is not authorized to 

have, harbor or keep any unlicensed dog or cat, nor to allow any 

dog or cat to become a stray.” 

Restraint is defined as “the control of a dog or cat under the following 

circumstances: 

1. When it is controlled by a line or leash not more than six (6) feet 

in length, if the line or leash is held by a human being, who 

is capable of controlling or governing the dog or cat in question 

2. When it is within a fully enclosed vehicle 

3. When it is on the premise of the custodian and the animal 

does not have access to sidewalk or street.” 

While it may be nice to have your animal out in the yard while you 

work or play, it is against the law, unless the animal is properly 

restrained. 

Let’s all help keep our community a safe and comfortable place 

for all our residents by being responsible pet owners. This will not 

only protect anyone who may be walking or bicycling in the area, 

but also the pet owner who could be held legally responsible or 

possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their pet. 

To make a complaint or report an animal that is not properly 

restrained please contact: 

Harris County Precinct #5, Contract #87: 281-463-6666 

Harris County Animal Control: 281-999-3191 

Harris County Health Department, Rabies/Animal Control Section 

2223 West Loop South, Houston, Texas 77027-3588 

www.countypets.com 


Kerri Graham 

Attorney at Law 

Christy Theander 

Attorney at Law 

21559 Provincial Blvd., Suite A 


Graham & Theander 

(281) 940-3000 

www.gtkatylaw.com 

•Probate 

•Guardianship 

•Estate Planning/Wills 

•Medicaid 

•Divorce/Child Support 

•Contested Will 

•Contested Guardianship 

•Special Needs Planning 

PET ID TAGS 

Folks - as soon as the vet 

gives your young pets 

their Rabies shot remember 

to get their ID tags. 

The Rabies tag lists the 

name, phone number 

and address of the vet. 

So! All you need to do is put the Rabies tag onto the pet’s collar and 

leave it there all the time. That way, if the pet gets loose, anyone finding 

him or her can look at the tag to see the vet’s phone number and call to 

report the lost animal. Better yet, add another tag to your pet’s collar 

that lists the dog or cat’s name and your own phone number or address. 

You can get these from any pet store. When a pet has these but goes 

astray, anyone finding it can call you and you can go get him or her right 

away. Your pet will be very glad to see you! A happy pet is a loving pet. 

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PECKHAM PARK ACTIVITIES 

These classes are free with priority to Harris Co. residents. 

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PRIORITY IS GIVEN TO HARRIS COUNTY RESIDENTS 

& THOSE WHO LIVE WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS OF KATY 

MARY JO PECKHAM PARK FISHING LAKE: The lake is a stocked. Rules are 

posted out by the lake. Park hours are 6 AM-10 PM. If you have questions, 

please call the Parks Office at 281-531-1592. 

ONGOING CLASSES 

LAND - 

PILATES - Mondays and Fridays - 10:45 AM-11:45 AM. 

YOGA - Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:30 AM - 10:45 AM & Mondays 

& Wednesdays, 5 PM-6 PM. 

ZUMBA - Tuesdays - 11 AM-12 PM (HC & KCL residents call Tuesday starting 

at 7 AM for reservations, other counties call Tuesday starting at 10 AM) & 

Thursdays 5 PM - 6 PM (HC & KCL residents, call Thursday starting at 7 

AM for reservations, other counties call Thursday starting at 10 AM) and 

Saturdays - 8:15-9:15 AM (HC & KCL residents, call Friday starting at 7 AM 

for reservations, other counties call Friday starting at 10 AM). 

SENIOR OUTDOOR FIT & FUN - Tuesdays - 11-11:30 AM. 

FITNESS MACHINES – This is a time when you can work out on your own on 

the fitness equiPMent. You must be 16 year and up & bring a full size towel 

and wear atheletic shoes. Various times available daily. The machines are 

closed during class times. 

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POOL - 

DEEP WATER AEROBICS - This hour class is a high cardio vascular workout. 

A flotation device is advised. Monday - Friday, 8 AM - 9 AM. 

WATER AEROBICS - This one hour class is low-impact, which is easy on 

the joints. Monday-Friday, 9:05 AM-10:05 AM. Monday & Wednesday 

5:45 PM-6:45 PM. 

ARTHRITIS AQUATICS - This class consists of range of motion, muscle 

strengthening and endurance-building activities. Mondays, Wednesdays 

& Fridays, 11 AM - 12 PM. 

RECREATIONAL SWIM (call to reserve a spot) - There is no lap swimming 

at this time. Mondays & Wednesdays, 4 PM-5:30 PM, Tuesdays & Thursdays, 

11 AM-12:30 PM, Saturday & Sunday, 2:30 PM-4 PM. Reservations 

may be made 1 day in advance for Harris County residents & those who 

reside within the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call the day of the 

Recreational Time. 

LAP SWIM/WATER WALK - Various times daily. (for ages 12years and up) 

LAP SWIM FOR AGES 8-11 - Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30 AM-1:30 PM (in 

30 minute increments). Call to reserve a lane. Reservations may be made 

1 day in advance for Harris County residents & those who reside within 

the Katy City Limits. Other counties may call the day of. 

AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS - Ages 6 months - Adults. Call or 

come in to get schedule for lessons. 


LIBRARY 

NEWS 

MAUD MARKS LIBRARY 

1815 Westgreen Blvd., Katy, TX 77450, 281-492-8592 

LIBRARY HOURS - Mon. 1 PM - 9 PM, Tues. 10 AM - 9 PM, Wed. 10 AM - 6 

PM, Thurs. 10 AM - 6 PM, Fri. 1 PM - 6 PM, Sat. 10 AM - 5 PM, Sun. closed. 

To register online for any of the programs at the library’s website (www. 

hcpl.net), click on “Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” Participants 

may also register by calling or by visiting the library. 

“Like” us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/maudmarkslibrary. 

Subscribe to our newsletter at www.hcpl.net/content/it-has-arrived. 

SPECIAL EVENTS 

• BOOK SALE - The Friends of the Maud Marks Library will hold their next 

book sale on Saturday, September 1 st at 10 AM until 4 PM. There is a 

large selection of hardback fiction and nonfiction, as well as children’s 

books and paperbacks. All proceeds will benefit the library. 

• FAMILY FILM FESTIVAL - Bring the whole family out to our family film 

festival this summer. On August 3 rd , a tiger scours the Hundred Acre 

Woods for his family. Popcorn will be provided. Talk to a librarian to 

get a complete schedule. 

• ART DISPLAY - During the month of August, the Islamic Arts Society will 

display art pieces include canvas, paintings, woodwork and ceramics, all 

produced by Houston based contemporary artists. IAS aims to share the 

rich heritage of arts in Islam. The society organizes events to celebrate 

“Islamic Arts” and promote the positive image of our community among 

Houstonians. Art is a common language and binds diverse communities. 

By sharing Islamic arts we hope to promote mutual understanding and 

to bring the broader Houston community together. 

• SUMMER READING PROGRAM - “Libraries Rock!” The 2018 Summer 

Reading Club is for both readers and listeners and will run from Monday, 

June 4 through Saturday, August 4 th . There will be weekly storytimes, 

special programs and crafts for children of all ages. This year we will 

be using a point system with prizes including a book, medal and more! 

• TEEN SUMMER READING PROGRAM - “Libraries Rock!” Special 

teenage programs include various musical events. Young adults who 

complete the summer reading program will receive sunglasses, a book 

and more! So this summer, join us! All programs are free. Thursdays 

at 3 PM. 

Thursday, August 2 nd : Woven CD Dreamcatchers 

• VOLUNTEER AT THE LIBRARY - Volunteer opportunities abound at 

the Maud Marks Library. Volunteers are needed to help shelve, count 

patrons and more. Applications will be available beginning August 

13 th . Students should be in high school and must be able to commit 

to two hours a week. 

• ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM - “Libraries Rock!” All adults 

ages 18 and up are invited to participate in the Harris County Public 

Library summer reading program. Special programs include movies 

and computer classes. This year we will be using a point system with 

prizes including a book, sunglasses and more. At the library, read 

books in various genres and receive entries in drawings for various 

gift baskets. Read books in five different genres and receive an entry 

into the drawing for our grand prize of various gift certificates and a 

Kindle. Come in and see what we have for you! Also, join us for our 

family summer reading programs. All programs are free and everyone 

is welcome, although many of the classes do require pre-registration. 

• TIMELESS TRAVELERS: SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL - Seniors 55+ are 

invited to join the library’s Timeless Travelers program for a trip to 

Miller Outdoor Theatre for the annual Shakespeare Festival. The bus 

will be departing on Tuesday, August 2 nd at 7 PM. We will be seeing 

Shakespeare’s masterpiece, Hamlet. Seating is extremely limited. 

Registration required. 

• VOLUNTEERS ROCK!… COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER FAIR - Volunteers 

Rock! Come to the library on Saturday, August 4 th , 10 AM to 2 PM for 

our fourth annual volunteer fair. Dozens of community organizations 

in the Greater Katy area in need of help will be here to tell you all about 

what they do to make life just a little easier for the Katy community. 

You can find out all you need to know to assist others in need. Libraries 

might Rock, but so do Volunteers! 

• COLLEGE INFORMATION SESSION - Are you ready for college? Come 

Monday, August 6 th at 1:30 PM for this introductory session that will 

help you to make a plan including finding the right college fit, admissions 

steps, finishing a degree you started, tuition costs and paying for 

college. This program is presented by University of Houston-Victoria. 

• RENEWABLE ENERGY - Want to save money and help the environment 

at the same time? Solar panels may be the answer you are looking 

for. Join us on Monday, August 6 th at 7 PM as Sheldon Wilkinson of 

Alba Energy come to talk about renewable energy resources and solar 

panels. Learn what you need to do to go green! 

• DIY WORKSHOP: MAKE YOUR OWN SOAP - Would you like to have 

that personalized smelling soap without all the cost? On Tuesday, 


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August 14 th at 2 PM, we will be making soap. We’ll provide all kinds 

of supplies to create a one-of-a-kind smelling soap. 

• KATY MAKERSPACE - Did you know that the Katy area has its very own 

MakerSpace? We’ll be learning all about this special place for creators 

and inventors at the library on Tuesday, August 14 th at 7 PM. Harry 

Krueger will be here to give us an introduction to Katy MakerSpace and 

all you can do there. Makers of all ages and disciplines are encouraged 

to join us as we learn everything our new MakerSpace has to offer. 

• ESL TUTOR TRAINING WORKSHOP - Harris County Public Library 

provides English as a Second Language classes for adults at several 

of its branch libraries. The next training here at the library will be on 

August 11 th at 10 AM-1 PM. There is no charge for training attendance 

or materials. Those enrolling in the workshop are requested to actively 

support the ESL program for at least five months. Tutors are needed 

throughout the Katy area. If you are interested in becoming a tutor, 

please call the library to register. 

• PEOPLE’S LAW SCHOOL - Do you have legal questions but don’t even 

know where to start? On Saturday, August 11 th at 2 PM, the library is 

pleased to host The People’s Law School presented by the Katy Bar 

Association. Come get answers to all your legal questions. 

• OUTSMART THE SCAMMERS & DON’T GET NAILED! - Senior citizens 

and their family members are invited to join us for a new series at the 

library. Every 3 rd Friday of the month, experts will be here to discuss 

various topics pertinent to senior living. On August 17 th at 10 AM, we 

will be discussing current scams in Texas. Learn how to spot certain 

red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources you can 

turn to in the event you or a loved one is targeted and steps you can 

take now to help protect yourself and your loved ones. Come discover 

what kind of life is best for you or your loved one. 

• GREEN THUMB GARDENING - Master Gardeners of Harris County will 

once again be bringing their Green Thumb series once a month where 

they will discuss various topics unique to gardening in the Houston 

area. This month, on August 18 th at 10:30 AM, learn all about fall vegetables. 

Seating is extremely limited for this class. 

• COLOR ME RELAXED - What is the newest way for adults to relax and 

have a good time? Coloring! The library now has an adult coloring hour 

on the 4 th Tuesday of every month. Join us as we color, chat, have a 

snack and listen to relaxing music. We will provide plenty of pages for 

coloring and colored pencils, although, you are more than welcome 

to bring your own. 

• BOOK DISCUSSION CLUBS - The Library hosts book clubs that meet 

monthly. The Afternoon Book Club meets on the second Thursday of 

the month at 1 PM. 

• JUST DESSERTS MYSTERY BOOK CLUB - Meetings held the third Wednesday 

of the month at 2 PM. You are encouraged to bring your favorite dessert 

to eat while we discuss whether our villains get their just desserts. 

• COMPUTER CLASSES - The library offers a variety of computer classes 

each month. You must know how to use a mouse and a keyboard. 

Seating for this is extremely limited. Registration is required. To see 

this month’s classes go to the library’s website www.hcpl.net, click on 

“Events Calendar” and select “Maud Marks.” 

CHILDREN 

• SPECIAL STORYTIME - Please join us for a special Preschool Storytime 

on Wednesday, August 8 th at 10:15 AM. Fire Marshall Tom Petty and 

his dog Cinder will be here to talk about fire safety. Pet Cinder and 

tell her all about how you plan on staying safe during an emergency. 

• INFANT STORYTIME - This program will meet each Tuesday morning 

at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. This is an interactive program for children, 

ages 0 to 12 months and their caregivers. Each session will last about 

20 minutes, featuring nursery rhymes, songs and finger plays. 

• STORYTIME - Storytime for preschool-aged children is held each Wednesday 

at 10:15 AM. Stories, fingerplays and songs are featured. This is ideal 

for children ages 3 to 5, but all children and their caregivers are welcome. 

• TOTALLY TODDLER STORYTIME - Toddlers, ages 18 to 36 months, 

are invited to participate in our Totally Toddler Storytime, which will 

be held on Thursdays, at 10:15 AM and 11:15 AM. Tickets are required 

for Toddler Storytime. Tickets are given to the first 30 toddlers the day 

of the event. 

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PM - 8 PM, Thursday 10 AM - 6 PM, Friday 1 PM - 6 PM, Saturday 10 

AM - 5 PM, Sunday CLOSED. Join online at www.hcpl.net or come by 

in person and we’ll help you sign up! 

MONTHLY PROGRAMS 

• HISPANIC BOOK GROUP/CLUB HISPANO DE LIBROS - First Wednesday 

of each month, 6 PM. Every month, a group of Spanish speaking 

adults get together to discuss a chosen book. Les invitamos a que 

todos los meses se reuna con nosotros para conversar sobre un libro. 

Lláme para más información. 

• SUPERACION PERSONAL - Second Wednesday of every month, 6 

PM. The Katy Branch Library hosts motivational discussions in Spanish. 

• SPANISH COMPUTER CLASS/CLASE DE LA COMPUTADORA - Every 

Friday, 4:30 PM. Basic computer classes taught in Spanish. 

• ADULT COMPUTER CLASSES - The Katy Library offers an array of 

computer classes in English - please call for more information. 

• MANGO ESL CLASS - Every Friday, 3:30 PM. Learn English with a 

group going through Mango Languages, an online computer program. 

• GARDENING CLUB - Every month on the 2 nd Thursday, 11 AM. Join 

other gardeners in the area to learn new ways to grow. Bring your 

leftover seeds and exchange them for new seeds to try. 

WEEKLY PROGRAMS 

• GENEALOGY SQUAD - Every Monday, 2 PM. Bring your lunch and join 

us for an informal genealogy get-together. We’ll have computers, Ancestry.com 

and other genealogists to help each other with our searches. 

• KNOTTY & NICE CLUB - Every Wednesday, 1 PM. The Knotty & 

Nice Club is the place for you if you want to learn new needlework 

techniques, teach someone else or just hang out with other crafters. 

Come & join the club! 

CHILDREN 

Mondays, 10:15 AM - Baby Bounce 

Tuesdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Toddler Time 

Thursdays, 10:15 AM and 11 AM - Preschool Storytime 

AUGUST OBSERVANCES & FUN FACTS 

August is observed as: 

• National Immunization Awareness Month 

• Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month 

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Fruit & Veggies for August: 

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• Prickly Pear 

• Nopales Cactus 

• Celery 

• Fennel 

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Astrological Signs: Leo & Virgo 

August is: 

National Peach Month 

National Sandwich Month 

Holidays: 

August 19 th : World Humanitarian Day 

August 20 th : Day of Arafat 

August 21 st : Eid al Adha 

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HOW PARENTS CAN PREPARE FOR BACK TO SCHOOL TIME 

By: Janelle Cox 

Back to school time is always a big transition, not only for 

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While children are filled with excitement and first-day jitters, 

parents are filled with thoughts of “Am I prepared enough?” 

To help eliminate these thoughts and help you and your 

child prepare for the new school year, all you need is a little 

organization and forethought. Here are 10 back to school tips 

to kick-start the new year and get you prepared for a fresh start. 

1. Get back into your sleep routine. To help eradicate those stressful school mornings, 

set up a regular bedtime and morning time routine to help prepare your child for 

school. Begin your usual school sleep routine about a week or so before school starts. 

2. Shop for school supplies together. To get your child excited about starting a 

new grade, shop for supplies together. Allow them to pick out their own backpack, 

lunchbox, etc. This is a great way to give them a little bit of responsibility too! 

3. Re-establish school routines. Have your child practice getting back into the rhythm 

of their daily school routine. You can do this by having them wake up at the same 

time every day and eat around the same time they would at school. About a week 

or so before school starts, plan a few outside activities where your child will have to 

leave and come home around the same time they would if they were in school. This 

will help them be rested and ready for the big day. 

4. Set up a homework station. Sit down with your child and together designate a 

time and place where he can do his homework each day. This can be somewhere 

quiet like in the den or even in the kitchen while you are preparing dinner. Make sure 

to choose a time where you are available in case your child needs your help. 

5. Prepare for the unexpected. Working parents know that it can be difficult to find 

a sitter when your child is sick. Before school even begins, it’s a good idea to have a 

sitter already lined up in case you get that phone call home from the nurse saying 

your child is ill. 

6. Make an after-school game plan. Make a plan for where your child will go after 

school lets out for the day. Depending upon the age of your child, figure out if they 

will go to a neighbor’s house, an afterschool program or be allowed to stay home by 

themselves. This will help eliminate any confusion during the first few weeks. 

7. Turn off the TV and video games. For a lot of children summertime is filled with 

endless video games and TV programs. Children are usually in shock when they 

begin school and realize that six hours of their day is going to spent learning and not 

playing games and watching TV. Ease your child into the learning process by turning 

off the electrics and encouraging them to read or play quietly. 

8. Review school material and information. For most parents, schools send home 

a packet with a ton of information regarding their child’s new teacher, important 

dates to remember, emergency forms and transportation routines. Make sure that 

you read through this information carefully and mark down all important dates on 

your calendar. 

9. Get organized. The best way to prepare for back to school time is to be organized. 

With school comes a massive amount of paperwork, which can consume your 

household. Designate a spot in your house for homework, permission slips and any 

other school-related papers. This can help eliminate all of that paper clutter and 

make your life less stressful. 

10. Get your child’s yearly checkup. School and germs go hand in hand, so it’s 

best to get your child’s yearly checkup before school even starts. Get any required 

vaccinations and ask your pediatrician the best ways your child can stay healthy 

throughout the school year. 

Through preparation and organization, you can ensure that your child will have a 

smooth transition to the start of the new school year. By doing so, you and your 

child can enjoy the rest of your summer break. 

Source: www.teachhub.com 


TEXAS TAX FREE HOLIDAY 

Friday-Sunday, August 10-12, 2018 

This year’s Sales Tax Holiday is August 10 th -12 th . As in previous years, the law exempts most clothing, footwear, school supplies and backpacks 

priced under $100 from sales and use taxes, which could save shoppers about $8 on every $100 they spend. Many school supplies 

are also tax free? Check out the list: 

All-inclusive list of qualifying school supplies (if 

priced less than $100) 

• Binders 

• Book bags 

• Calculators 

• Cellophane tape 

• Blackboard chalk 

• Compasses 

• Composition books 

• Crayons 

• Erasers 

• Folders: expandable, pocket, plastic, manila 

• Glue, paste and paste sticks 

• Highlighters 

• Index cards 

• Index card boxes 

• Legal pads 

• Lunch boxes 

• Markers (including dry erase markers) 

• Notebooks 

• Paper 

• Pencil boxes/other school supply boxes 

• Pencil sharpeners 

• Pencils 

• Pens 

• Protractors 

• Rulers 

• Scissors 

• Writing tablets 

Link: https://comptroller.texas.gov/taxes/publications/98-490/ 

How to Pack a 

School Lunch 

A Main Course 

Sandwich 

Hot Dog 

Meat Rolls 

Pizza Pretzel 

Quesadilla 

Tuna Salad & Crackers 

Tortilla Roll Ups 

Muffin Pot Pie 

Pizza Muffin 

Pita & Hummus 

A Snack 

Cheese 

Pretzels 

Popcorn 

Craisins 

Boiled Egg 

Rice Cake 

Crackers 

Pickle 

Trail Mix 

Cereal 

Go-Gurt 

A Drink 

Water 

Juice 

Lemonade 

Capri Sun 

Fruit Water 

A Treat 

Fruit 

Snack 

Cookies 

Brownie 

Fruit 

Leather 

Candy 

A Fruit or Veggie 

Orange Segments 

Apple Slices 

Pineapple Chunks 

Mandarin Oranges 

Carrot Sticks 

Cucumber Sticks 

Celery Sticks 

Jicama Sticks 

Chery Tomatoes 

Grapes 

Peach Slices 

Banana Coins 

Green Beans 

Fruit Cocktail 

Dried Fruit 

Pepper Slices 

Broccoli 

Cauliflower 

Pear Slices 

Watermelon 

Make substitutions and 

additions as desired. 

High protein foods will help 

kids stay fuller longer. 

TIPS FOR SUCCESS: 

Choose one item from 

at least three categories. 

Don’t forget to seal 

all the ziplock bags. 

BACK TO SCHOOL...BACK TO ROUTINES! 

August 15 th will be here before you know it. How to prepare for those 

early morning routines? Here are some tips: 

• Bedtime schedules: wind down your day 30 minutes earlier 

and start going to bed on time 

• Screen time: put away mobile devices, TV, games, etc. 

so your eyes get ready for sleep 

• Make a list: prepare a list of to-do’s for the next day as 

if it were a school day 

• Lunch prep: make sack lunches as if you would for the school year 

• Wakey wakey: start waking up at the same school schedule time 

• Read, read, read: 30 minutes of reading will put your children 

ahead of the game for the new school year! 


KATY INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT 

WWW.KATYISD.ORG 

August 15 th 

First Day of School 

NEW START AND END TIMES ESTABLISHED FOR EACH GRADE 

LEVEL BEGINNING WITH THE 2018-2019 SCHOOL YEAR 

High School - Start Time 7:25 AM - Dismissal Time 2:35 PM 

Elementary Group 1* - Start Time 8 AM - Dismissal Time 3:20 PM 

Elementary Group 2* - Start Time 8:20 AM - Dismissal Time 3:40 PM 

Junior High School - Start Time 8:45 AM - Dismissal Time 3:55 PM 

*Elementary Group 1 - Wolfe, Katy, Memorial Pkwy, Bear Creek, Cimarron, 

Winborn, Nottingham, Sundown, Hayes, McRoberts, Alexander, 

Williams, Rylander, Exley, Rhoads, Franz, Griffin, Woodcreek, Stanley, 

Shafer, Randolph and Campbell. 

*Elementary Group 2 - West Memorial, Hutsell, Mayde Creek, Pattison, 

Golbow, Fielder, Creech, King, Schmalz, Kilpatrick, Stephens, Morton 

Ranch, Holland, Wilson, Wolman, Davidson, Jenks, Bethke and Bryant. 

Transportation eligibility will not change for the 2018-2019 school year. 

Elementary students residing outside of a ½-mile radius of their school 

and secondary students outside of a 1-mile radius, will remain eligible 

for transportation services. For more information about transportation 

and early drop off visit, www.Katyisd.org. 

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2018-2019 REGISTRATION DATES & TIMES 

REVISEDALL REGISTRATION TIMES ARE 

8 AM - 12 PM UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED 

NOTE: Parents/authorized adults must first electronically register their 

child by going to www.katyisd.org/registration and selecting New 

Student Registration. This process may be done from any computer 

or handheld device. Parents/authorized adults are still required to go 

to the appropriate campus during the dates and times specified below 

to complete the registration process. Parents who arrive after the 

scheduled ending time will be asked to return on the next scheduled 

registration day to finalize registration. 

Limited Pre-Registration for High School Athlete New Enrollees - 

Fall Sports ONLY (On Campuses) - Thursday, July 26 th from 1-3 PM. 

First Semester Campus Registration 

Thursday, August 2 nd - K-12 Registration 

Friday, August 3 rd - Grades 6-12 & PreK Registration ONLY 

Monday, August 6 th - K-12 Registration 

Tuesday, August 7 th - NO REGISTRATION 

Wednesday, August 8 th - NO REGISTRATION 

Thursday, August 9 th - NO REGISTRATION, JR HIGH ORIENTATION 

(See campus schedule for detailed information) 

Friday, August 10 th - K-12 Registration 

Monday, August 13 th - K-12 Registration, ELEMENTARY MEET 

THE TEACHER (See campus schedule for detailed information) 

Tuesday, August 14 th - NO REGISTRATION 

Wednesday, August 15 th - First Day of School, 

Registration begins at 10 AM (PreK-12) 

For additional information, visit www.katyisd.org. 

KATY ISD VARSITY FOOTBALL TICKETS 

Season Tickets may be purchased online at www.katyisdtix.com until 

the first football game of your schools’ season at the Academy Sports 

+ Outdoors Student Activities Complex. The season ticket price is $10 

per ticket and $6 per transaction convenience fee for online purchases. 

For Individual Varsity football tickets at Legacy and Rhodes Stadium 

the prices are: 

Pre-sale on Campus 

Adults - $6 

Students - $4 

Gate Prices 

Adults - $10 

Students - $5 (with a valid student ID) 

Senior Citizen - Free with Gold Card or $5 (with a valid driver’s license) 

Military - Free with ID 

Individual tickets also available online, www.katyisdtix.com, 

the Monday of game week. 

GOLD CARD CLUB 

The Gold Card Club is free to Katy ISD residents who are 65 years of 

age or older. To obtain a Gold Card, present a valid driver’s license 


at the reception area of the Education Support Complex and fill out 

a small application. Questions should be directed to the Katy ISD 

Communications Department at 281-396-2308. Membership benefits 

include the following: 

Free or reduced-price admission to most Katy ISD fine arts events such 

as plays, musicals and concerts in all district schools with the exception 

of fund-raising events such as dinners. 

Free admission to district-sponsored regular season athletic events 

(not playoffs) at Katy schools and Rhodes Stadium. 

Athletic schedules are available through the Katy ISD Athletic Department 

website or individual schools. Fine arts schedules are posted 

on each school’s website. Many fine arts performances such as band, 

orchestra and choir concerts offer a free admission, but some events 

such as plays, musical productions or dance shows may require an 

admission charge. Reduced-price admissions to these events are 

available to Gold Card members. Reservations may be required and 

some performances may have limited free-admission seating for Gold 

Card members. 

Gold Card Members that have an original card signed by Dr. Merrell are 

still valid. The information on the back of the card has been updated 

to reflect that not all plays and other events will always be free. 

For more information or to join the Gold Card Club, contact the Katy 

ISD Communications Department at 281-396-2308 or email goldcard@ 

katyisd.org. 

DEC - Approved KISD Varsity Football Schedule 2018 4-6-18 

KISD 2018 VARSITY FOOTBALL SCHEDULE 

Cinco Ranch Katy Mayde Creek Morton Ranch Seven Lakes James E. Taylor 

Tompkins 

Paetow 

SCRIM 

Stratford Klein Collins Aldine Davis Clear Lake Cy Lakes Ridge Point Cy Ridge Cy Springs 

Aug Cinco Ranch Away Legacy Home Aldine Davis Away Challenger Away Cy Lakes Away Ridge Point Away Away Rhodes Home 

Friday Aug 24 6:30 Friday Aug 24 4pm TBD TBD TBD Friday Aug 24 7:00 Friday Aug 24 6:30 Friday Aug 24 6:00 Friday Aug 24 TBA Friday Aug 24 4pm 

Week 1 

Cy Ranch Northshore Conroe Cy Lakes SB Memorial Atascocita 

Ft. Bend Austin 

Stafford 

Aug/Sept C-F FCU Stadium Away Legacy Home Legacy Home C-F FCU Stadium Away Tully Away Turner Stadium Away Rhodes Home Rhodes Home 

30-1 Thur Aug 30 7:00 Friday Aug 31 6:30 Sat Sept 1 6:00 Sat Sept 1 6:00 Thurs Aug 30 7:00 Fri Aug 31 7:00 Sat Sept 1 7:00 Friday Aug 31 7:30 

Week 2 

Jersey Village Atascocita Ft. Bend Austin Cy Ridge Laporte Cy Springs Klein Cain Northbrook 

Sept. Pridgeon Away Legacy Home Mercer Away Legacy Home Rhodes Home Rhodes Home Klein Memorial Away Legacy Home 

6-8 Fri Sept 7 7:00 Sat Sept 8 6:00 Fri Sept 7 7:00 Fri Sept 7 6:30 Fri Sept 7 7:30 Sat Sept 8 7:00 Fri Sept 7 7:00 Thur Sept 6 6:00 

Parent Night 

JH Night 

Week 3 

Pearland IPN Aldine Nimitz Westside Ft Bend Austin Deer Park 

Alvin 

Clements 

Sept. Legacy Home Legacy Home Rhodes Home Rhodes Home Mercer Away Abshier Stadium Away AISD Memorial Away Mercer Away 

13-15 Sat Sept 15 6:00 Fri Sept 14 6:30 Fri Sept 14 7:30 Sat Sept 15 7:00 Thurs Sept 13 7:00 Fri Sept 14 7:00 Fri Sept 14 7:30 Friday Sept 14 7:00 

Parent Night Homecoming Homecoming 

Week 4 

Cedar Park Clear Springs Alvin Sam Houston Houston Heights Dickinson Clear Creek OPEN 

Sept. Legacy Home Challenger Away Legacy Home Rhodes Home Legacy Home Sam Vitanza Away Veterans Mem. Away 

20-22 Fri Sept. 21 6:30 Sat Sept 22 6:30 Sat Sept 22 6:00 Fri Sept. 21 7:30 Thurs Sept 20 6:30 Fri Sept 21 7:00 Fri Sept 21 7:00 

JH Night/ 20 Year Parent Night Parent Night 

Week 5 

Mayde Creek OPEN Cinco Ranch Taylor Tompkins Morton Ranch 

Seven Lakes 

Cleveland 

Sept. Rhodes Home Rhodes Away Legacy Away Legacy Away Legacy Home Legacy Home Indian Stadium Away 

27-29 Fri Sept 28 7:30 Fri Sept 28 7:30 Sat Sept 29 6:00 Fri Sept 28 6:30 Sat Sept 29 6:00 Fri Sept 28 6:30 Fri Sept 28 7:30 

Homecoming 

JH Night 

JH Night 

Week 6 

Morton Ranch Tompkins OPEN Cinco Ranch Taylor Seven Lakes Katy Lake Creek 

Oct Rhodes Away Rhodes Home Rhodes Home Legacy Home Legacy Away Rhodes Away Legacy Home 

4-6 Sat Oct 6 7:00 Fri Oct 5 7:30 Sat Oct 6 7:00 Fri Oct 5 6:30 Fri Oct 5 6:30 Fri Oct 5 7:30 Sat Oct 6 6:00 

Parent Night 

Homecoming 

Week 7 

Taylor Morton Ranch Tompkins Katy OPEN Cinco Ranch 

Mayde Creek 

Bryan Rudder 

Oct. Rhodes Away Legacy Home Legacy Away Legacy Away Rhodes Home Legacy Home Merrill Green Away 

11-13 Fri Oct 12 7:30 Fri Oct 12 6:30 Thurs Oct 11 6:30 Fri Oct 12 6:30 Fri Oct 12 7:30 Thurs Oct 11 6:30 Fri Oct 12 7:30 

Band Fest. 

JH Night 

Homecoming 

Week 8 

OPEN Seven Lakes Taylor Tompkins Katy Mayde Creek Morton Ranch A&M Consolidated 

Oct. Rhodes Away Legacy Away Rhodes Home Rhodes Home Legacy Home Rhodes Away Legacy Home 

18-20 Sat Oct 20 Noon Fri Oct 19 6:30 Fri Oct. 19 7:30 Sat Oct 20 Noon Fri Oct 19 6:30 Fri Oct. 19 7:30 Sat Oct 20 2:00 

JH Night 

Homecoming 

Week 9 

Katy Cinco Ranch Seven Lakes OPEN Mayde Creek Tompkins 

Taylor 

Huntsville 

Oct. Legacy Away Legacy Home Rhodes Away Rhodes Home Legacy Away Legacy Home Bower Stadium Away 

25-27 Fri Oct 26 6:30 Fri Oct 26 6:30 Fri Oct 26 7:30 Fri Oct 26 7:30 Thur Oct 25 6:30 Thur Oct 25 6:30 Fri Oct 26 7:30 

Area band 

Parent Night 

Parent Night 

Week 10 

Tompkins Mayde Creek Katy Seven Lakes Morton Ranch OPEN Cinco Ranch Montgomery 

Nov. Legacy Home Rhodes Away Rhodes Home Legacy Home Legacy Away Legacy Away Rhodes Home 

1-3 Sat Nov 3 11:00 Fri Nov 2 7:30 Fri Nov 2 7:30 Fri Nov 2 6:30 Fri Nov 2 6:30 Sat Nov 3 11:00 Sat Nov 3 2:00 

Homecoming 

JH Night 

Week 11 

Seven Lakes Taylor Morton Ranch Mayde Creek Cinco Ranch Katy 

OPEN 

Lamar Consolidated 

Nov. Legacy Home Legacy Away Rhodes Home Rhodes Away Legacy Away Legacy Home Rhodes Home 

8-10 Fri Nov 9 6:30 Thur Nov 8 6:00 Thurs Nov 8 7:00 Thurs Nov 8 7:00 Fri Nov 9 6:30 Thur Nov 8 6:00 Fri Nov 9 7:30 

Homecoming 


Katy ISD Instruconal Calendar 2018-2019 

Approved by the Katy ISD Board of Trustees on February 26, 2018. 

Calendar Highlights 

JULY 

4 Holiday • Staff 

AUGUST 

2-3 New Teacher Inservice Day 

7 Convocaon 

8 Secondary District Professional Learning Day 

9 Elementary District Professional Learning Day 

10 Campus Professional Learning Day 

13 Campus Professional Learning Day 

14 Teacher Preparaon Day 

15 First Day of Fall Semester 

SEPTEMBER 

3 Holiday • Students and Staff 

12 Family Night (No Homework Assigned) 

24 2nd Secondary Grading Cycle Begins 

OCTOBER 

8 Early Dismissal - Elementary Parent Conferences 

and Secondary Professional Learning 

15 2nd Elementary Grading Cycle Begins 


19 Early Dismissal - Elementary Parent Conferences 

and Secondary Professional Learning 

NOVEMBER 

5 3rd Secondary Grading Cycle Begins 

19 Thanksgiving Break Begins 


DECEMBER 

21 Early Dismissal - End of Semester 

24 Winter Break Begins • Holiday • Students and Staff 

JANUARY 

1-4 Winter Break • Holiday • Students and Staff 


8 First Day of Spring Semester 

21 Campus Professional Learning Day • Student Holiday 


FEBRUARY 

15 Early Dismissal - Campus Professional Learning 

18 District Professional Learning Day, • Student Holiday 

19 5th Secondary Grading Cycle Begins 

MARCH 


11 Spring Break Begins 

18 4th Elementary Grading Cycle Begins 

APRIL 

5 Early Dismissal - Campus Professional Learning 

8 6th Secondary Grading Cycle Begins 

19 Holiday • Students and Staff 

MAY 


23 Early Dismissal - Last Day of School 


27 Holiday • Staff 

Bad Weather Make-Up Days: Jan. 21* Feb. 18* 

*If used, employees will need to make up the day on a Saturday. 

This calendar contains enough minutes to cover bad weather days. 

Note: 238-day employees will need to work two (2) addional days. 

Grading Elem. Elem. Sec. Sec. Total 

Period Days Mins. Days Mins. Days 

1st 42 18,300 27 11,610 

2nd 45 19,440 30 12,540 

3rd 30 12,720 

First Semester 87 

3rd 42 18,300 

4th 48 20,760 28 11,860 

5th 29 12,290 

6th 33 14,010 

Second Semester 90 

Total Days 177 

Total Minutes 77,790* 76,550* 

*Includes waived minutes for professional development. 

Symbol Keys: 

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ST. BARTHOLOMEW CATHOLIC PRESCHOOL 

St. Bartholomew Catholic Preschool has been designed to: 

• Nurture Catholic faith development in each child and 

in each child’s family. 

• Teach students about prayer and to respect the world around them. 

• Allow opportunities for young children to learn socialization skills. 

• Encourage self-esteem while teaching acceptable behavior. 

• Provide a low teacher-child ratio with caring, experienced staff. 

• Offer a curriculum that will help prepare our students for 

Kindergarten and the world. 

• Expose the children to a variety of learning opportunities like 

Spanish, motor lab, and music. 

• Foster an appreciation of others through charitable acts of kindness. 

We have openings in our M/W and T/Th 18 month Class, 2 spots in our 

2’s class and 4 spots left in our 4’s class. Please email Rose Stornello at 

rose@st-bart.org or Juli Ondrush at juli@st-bart.org or call the preschool 

office at 281-391-0993. 

PRIVATE SCHOOLS 

EPIPHANY OF THE LORD CATHOLIC SCHOOL 

20910 Highland Knolls Drive, Katy, Texas 77450 

Epiphany of the Lord Catholic School will begin with Pre-Kindergarten 

through Fourth grade in the 2018-2019 school year and add additional 

grades each year up to grade Eight. Principal Dr. Nicholas Morgan is a 

strong supporter of traditional education while championing innovative 

instruction that has a proven record of success. The school places emphasis 

on the child’s academic and physical development, as well as his 

or her moral shaping, nurtured by the Christian faith. The four pillars, 

which form the basis for the school - faith, knowledge, compassion and 

character - are infused throughout the student’s educational experience 

at Epiphany of the Lord Catholic School. 

All are welcome to attend the school dedication ceremony on Saturday, 

August 4 th , at 10 AM. The church will host a brief mass of thanksgiving, 

followed by a blessing of the school building. Afterwards guests will 

enjoy a reception with refreshments in the Family Center and guided 

tours of the campus will be available. If you wish to start your child’s 

journey to high-quality education in the Catholic tradition, admissions 

are currently ongoing and the application process is explained on the 

website at http://epiphanycatholic.school or you may reach Principal Dr. 

Nicholas Morgan by email, nmorgan@epiphanycatholic.school. 

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attend college in the fall. HSI-Katy also announces their Valedictorian, 

Tanner Scott and Salutatorian, Rachel Mgbeike. 

Tanner Scott moves to California in September to attend Stanford. He 

is yet undecided on a major but imagines it will be biology since he is 

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Griffin Jay Alexander, a resident of Lake Forest, 

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A National Merit Commended Scholar, Griffin 

has been a member of the National Honor Society, 

Mu Alpha Theta, National Science Honor 

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the International Thespian Society. He has 

served as an Altar Server, Head Altar Server, a 

Lion Ambassador and a House representative. 

For the last four years, Griffin has been the St. 

John XXIII lion mascot and a three year All American performing once in 

the Citrus Bowl pregame show. Griffin was a member of the ComedySportz 

team and president of the Young Conservatives Club. Griffin spent 

the summer after his junior year at Notre Dame after being accepted into 

their Summer Scholars Program where he studied The Contemporary 

Church and its Evolving Mission. Griffin has dedicated numerous hours 

to community service and mentoring retreats through Epiphany of the 

Lord Catholic Church where he is a member. Griffin’s leadership abilities 

are strong, as evident by his commitment to earning his Eagle Scout 

rank and serving on the Archdiocesan Youth Council for the Archdiocese 

of Galveston-Houston for four years. It is important to Griffin to take 

an active role in serving his community. He has served on the mission 

field organized a clothing drive, served the homeless and worked with 

Alzheimer’s disease patients. Griffin’s favorite memory at St. John XXIII 

was participating in the theater productions. 

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Dated Events 

2 ND ANNUAL GALA BENEFITING A PLACE FOR PEANUT, INC. 

Friday, August 17, 2018 

A Place for Peanut, Inc. will host its 2 nd Annual Gala on Friday, August 

17, 2018 from 7-10 PM at Kirby Ice House located at 3333 Eastside St. 

Houston, 77098. A Place for Peanut is a non-profit horse sanctuary and 

equine therapy foundation. The organization is dedicated to rescuing 

horses, donkeys and miniature horses from being slaughtered; while 

bringing joy to children and veterans in hospitals through its special 

programs and therapy. 

Honorary Chair Michelle Maresh along with Gala Co-Chairs Christine and 

Steve Johnson will welcome guests to a fun-filled evening with bites 

and beverages along with live entertainment provided by Houston’s 

legendary Scott Gertner Jazz Band. Houston abstract artist Ann Marie 

Vancas will paint “live” a piece of artwork that will be auctioned during 

the evening for the organization. Casey Curry will serve as the Master of 

Ceremonies. Guests will have the chance to meet two miniature rescue 

horses from the sanctuary and place their bets in a live and silent auction. 

For more information on A Place for Peanut, Inc. including sponsorship 

opportunities and donations, please visit www.aplaceforpeanut.com, 

email megan@aplaceforpeanut.com and follow the organization on 

Facebook and Instagram. Price is $75 online and prior to the event, 

$100 at the door. Tickets and sponsorships may be purchased online 

at: https://apfpgala2.eventbrite.com. 


TUNES FOR TEXANS 

Musical Instrument donation drive benefitting Texas Schools in need 

Accepting gently used playable instruments, as well as monetary 

donations (checks payable to BSA Troop 1103). 

Drop off dates: 

August 1 st -September 1 st : Cinco Ranch Lake House on 

Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 9 AM-1 PM and 2-6 PM 

August 12 th : St. Faustina Church before and after 9 AM, 

11 AM and 4:30 PM mass 

To arrange pickups, contact John Paulson at tunefortexans@gmail. 

com or visit Tunes for Texans on Facebook. 

1 ST ANNUAL RUN WILD RUN FREE 5K RUN/WALK 

Hey Runners! Come Run Wild with TWRC Wildlife Center at our 1 st Annual 

Run Wild Run Free 5K Run/Walk, September 8, 2018 at Burroughs 

Park in Tomball, Texas. Proceeds will help with the care and rehabilitation 

of Texas Wildlife right here in Houston. There will be prizes for 

top male and female runners, best wildlife costume, face painting for 

the kids and much more. This will be fun for the whole family. Register 

at www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/5k-walk-run-registration. 

BACK TO SCHOOL PARENT EMPOWERMENT SEMINAR 

Saturday, September 8, 2018 

Wyndham Energy Corridor, 14703 Park Row Drive, Houston Texas 77079 

8:30 AM: Open Registration 

9:30 AM-2:30 PM: Instruction 

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Register on Enentbrite at www.enentbrite.com, search 

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ART COLONY ASSOCIATION TO CELEBRATE 47 YEARS 

WITH BAYOU CITY ART FESTIVAL DOWNTOWN 

The Art Colony Association, Inc. (ACA) will celebrate 47 years of fine 

art and giving back to local non-profits as it spotlights 300 artists at 

Bayou City Art Festival in Downtown Houston, Saturday and Sunday, 

October 13-14, 2018, 10 AM - 6 PM at 901 Bagby Street. Cost $12 online 

and $15 at the gate. 

The sophisticated gallery will transform the streets of Downtown into 

artistic avenues bursting with colors and culture. As one of the top 

outdoor fine art festivals in the U.S., the weekend festival will provide 

guests with the opportunity to see and purchase unique, custom art 

under the iconic Houston skyline. Bayou City Art Festival Downtown will 

benefit local non-profits and feature live music in front of City Hall and 

throughout the festival along with entertainment, beverage stations, 

food trucks and much more for patrons to enjoy. In the Children’s 

Creative Zone, the festival’s non-profit partners will host art activities 

for all ages and include a cool interactive place to hang out. 

Celebrating 47 years since the founding of the Westheimer Art Festival, 

now known as Bayou City Art Festival, ACA has provided a venue for 

over 20,000 artists to showcase their work to thousands of art lovers 

from all over the world. Every year, a new jury selects participating 

artists, some new and some returning. This helps create a fresh and 

different festival year after year. 

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Please join us for our 6 th Annual St Paul’s Episcopal Church Fall Festival & 

Craft Show. Grab a friend and join us for shopping, children’s activities, 

Petting Zoo and BBQ. Special Guests include the Katy Fire Department 

& Katy Police department!! 

Saturday, October 6, 2018 at 5373 Franz Road, from 9 AM to 4 PM. 

FREE admission! Interested vendors please contact Mary at saintpaulschurch@charter.net. 

VENDORS NEEDED 

The 2 nd Annual Westland’s Welcome Home Craft Show will be held 

October 6, 2018 at Westland Baptist Church. We are located at 1407 W 

Grand Parkway South in Katy. Interested vendors should send an email 

to Martha Wells at westlandcraftshow@gmail.com with a description 

of what you are selling. A 10x10 booth space is $60. Only one national/ 

retail rep will be accepted on a first come basis. 

VENDORS WANTED 

THINKING HOLIDAYS?! The Ladies 

Auxiliary from St. Elizabeth Ann Seton 

Catholic Church will hold their 26 th 

Annual Gingerbread Village Holiday 

Market on October 27, 2018. If you 

are interested in showcasing your 

arts, craft, products, etc., consider 

joining us as a vendor this year! For 

an application or more information 

regarding this event, please email: 

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BIRDIES “FORE” THE CHILDREN 7 TH ANNUAL 

CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT 

We are excited to invite 

you to participate in the 

Birdies “Fore” the Children 

7 th Annual Charity Golf 

Tournament 2018 benefiting 

Shriner’s Hospital for 

burned children in Galveston, 

Texas. This tournament 

will be held at Tour 

18 Golf Course, on Saturday October 27, 2018. Registration begins now 

online. Registration and breakfast will start at 6:30 AM. The tournament 

will start at 8 AM sharp. Our goal is to raise $50,000 to provide funds for 

the tissue bank at Shriner’s Hospital. Our sponsors and players truly 

help us provide funds that directly go to Shriner’s Tissue Bank where 

hundreds of patients receive life-saving tissue which helps the children 

not only survive but also return home to their families! Thanks to all 

our friends and family for helping us reach $167,360 since 2011. 

In order to speed up the registration process the morning of the tournament, 

we have added the ability to pay by card on our website. 

This payment method will be shown once you complete your online 

registration. If you plan to pay by check, please mail in your checks to 

the address listed on your invoice as quickly as you can. We are still 

accepting cash, checks and cards at the tournament for registration, 

but, we ask that you please pay upfront before the tournament. We 

are looking forward to spending the day with all of our supporters and 

players, we look forward to seeing you out there and having a great 

2018 golf tournament. 

GO HERE TO REGISTER: http://birdeasepro.com/birdiesforethechildren 

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AUGUST 2018 HOUSTON AREA EVENTS AND ROAD TRIPS 

August 1 st -September 3 rd - The most anticipated food event of 

the year, Houston Restaurant Weeks. That’s 34 days of meals and 

deals raising money for The Houston Food Bank. More than 250 

area restaurants are expected to participate by serving specially 

priced multi-course prix fixe menus that include brunch, lunch 

and dinner. Diners can visit www.HoustonRestaurantWeeks.com 

to view the ever-growing list of restaurants that have committed to 

participate in the fundraiser, along with their Houston Restaurant 

Weeks menus. As commitments come in, restaurants will be added 

to the website until August 1 st . From fine dining to casual neighborhood 

restaurants, diners can sample some of the best Houston’s 

culinary scene has to offer. Some participating restaurants may 

require reservations, although walk-ins will be accepted at most 

locations. This information will be noted on each restaurant’s menu 

page on the website. 

August 2 nd - Toddler Music with Sessions. Sing, Sway, Laugh, Play! 

Join us for a FREE class on the Plaza with Sessions Music. Immerse 

your child in a musical atmosphere of play, song and dance, all while 

developing fundamental skills and connecting with other moms, 

dads and families. Recommended for ages newborn - 7 years. For 

more information, visit www.sugarlandtownsquare.com. 

August 4 th -5 th - 54 th Annual Bellaire Coin, Stamp & Collectible 

Show. U.S. and ancient coins, gold bullion, paper money, stamps, 

historical documents, comics, jewelry, stock & bond certificates, 

ceramics, glass and supplies will be at the Arabia Shrine Center, 

10510 Harwin Drive, Houston 77036 from 9 AM-5 PM Saturday and 

9 AM-3:30 PM Sunday. For more information, visit 

www.bellairecoinclub.com. 

August 17 th & September 7 th - Summer Music Festival. Gather 

with friends on our pool deck for the end of our second annual 

Summer Music Festival! Enjoy live concert performances, $5 

beers and poolside games every third Friday of the month. 

Featured artists for August 17 th is IDT Band 

and for September 7 th it is DJ Baby Roo. 

Complimentary admission and open to the public. Guests who 

attend the events will receive complimentary valet parking. For 

more information on our live art bar, please call the Four Seasons 

Hotel at 713-650-1300. 

August 25 th - The AIA SandCastle Competition is a fund-raising 

event for AIA Houston and ArCH Foundation as well as one of the 

top five revenue generating events for the City of Galveston. This 

year over 60 teams have their eyes and shovels set on winning the 

prestigious Golden Bucket Award. Firms begin months in advance 

generating ideas, developing designs and assigning duties. On 

the day of the event the teams, stretched along the beach front, 

meticulously sculpt their piles of sand and work non-stop for five 

hours. The judging of the sculptures is rated on originality of concept, 

artistic execution, technical difficulty, carving technique and 

utilization of the site. In addition to the Golden Bucket, awards are 

given in several categories including Best Traditional Castle, Best 

Architectural Icon, Kidtastic! - Disney Edition, Best Cinematic, Best 

Meme and Houston-centric as well as best team t-shirt design, 

best team signage, best costume and public favorite. At the end 

of the day, everyone goes home with memories of a great day at 

the beach filled with fun, sand and sun. For more information, visit 

www.aiahouston.org. 

Through August 26 th - “The Faces of Syrian Refugees,” by photographer 

Michael S Cohen, consists of life sized color portraits 

accompanied by Proust questionnaire style interviews, offering an 

intimate visit with 20 Syrian refugees. The exhibition will also include 

a special feature of Houston-area Holocaust survivors Naomi 

Warren, Lea Weems, Ruth Steinfeld, Anna and Emil Steinberger, Bill 

Orlin and Renee Danziger, who thrived after being one-time refugees 

in America. After a 25-year hiatus, Cohen worked with a dozen 

non-profits in fields ranging from education, to felon rehabilitation 

in inner city youth. During this time, he watched with horror as a 

Syrian war escalated and the refugee crisis reached unimaginable 

proportions. An idea formed to travel and meet successfully resettled 

Syrian refugees, photograph and interview them. Since the 

war began in 2011, millions of Syrians have been displaced from 

their homes, and their country. The subjects come from all walks 

of life and now are engaged in everything from teaching art classes 

to volunteering as museum docents to conducting a Syrian expat 

orchestra. During the atrocities of WWII, Holocaust survivors were 

uprooted from their homelands and resettled in other countries. 

More than one half of all European Jews perished by the end of 

WWII; many who survived picked up the pieces of their shattered 

lives and moved forward. A special feature will be included in this 

exhibition depicting the images and stories of several local Holocaust 

survivors upon their arrival in Houston prior to 1955 and how 

they worked hard to achieve the American dream. The exhibition is 

on view through Sunday, August 26, 2018, in the Mincberg Gallery. 

This exhibition is traveled by Art2Art Circulating Exhibitions. 

August 31 st - NOLA Nights with Rouxpour. Come out and let authentic 

New Orleans music take you on a historical journey through 

the Crescent City tradition with live music from The Zydeco Dots! 

Also, please be sure to visit Rouxpour on the plaza; they will be 

serving small plates and beer. For more information, visit 

www.sugarlandtownsquare.com. 

August 31 st - September 2 nd - The Brewmasters Craft Beer Festival 

returns to Moody Gardens. This Gulf Coast beer festival draws 

enthusiasts for sun, fun and samplings of more than 400 regional 

and international craft beers. The focus of the 3-day event is the 

BrewLicious Brews and Foods Pairing and the BrewHaHa Grand 

Tasting. Attendees can talk with industry experts and award winners 

while tasting some of the best beers in the world. Related events 

include the BrewMasters PubCrawl and a Texas brewery tour. The 

weekend ends with live music and fireworks on the beach. For more 

information, visit www.brewmastersbeerfest.com. 


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Monty Ballard YMCA Fall Sports: 

Tiny Tots Soccer (age 3 and 4 years) 

Youth Soccer League (grades K-7) 

Youth flag Football league (grades 1-7) 

Youth Volleyball League (grades 3-6) 

Teen Volleyball League (grades 7-12) 

Teen basketball League (grades 7-12) 

Fall tennis lessons (grades K-7) 

Start Date for Traditional League Practice: 

Week of 9/17/18 

Start Date for Tiny Tots Practices: 

Week of 9/24/18 

First Game Day (Season Starts) 9/29/18 

Last game: 11/10/18 

For the best pricing to join one of our league, 

please see below. You can come into the Monty 

Ballard YMCA or Katy Main Street YMCA to register 

or go to: www.ymcahouston.org. 

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Regular Registration period: 

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Registration for Fun, Fair, Positive Soccer 

(FFPS) is open for boys and girls ages 4 to 18 

for the fall Season. Games start on October 6, 

2018. FFPS is a non-profit youth soccer program 

dedicated to providing a positive youth 

sports experience for all children. Founded 

in 1986 in Katy, Texas, FFPS has grown to 22 

leagues and 16,000 players throughout the 

Greater Houston area. FFPS offers children a 

fun and fair experience, including one practice 

per week, a full uniform and trophy for every 

player, equal playing time and play every position, 

co-ed/balanced teams, positive coaching 

and more. No tryouts are required. 

Online Registration schedule and fees 

(sign up early and save): 

Through September 17 th : $124 

September 18 th until teams full: $129 

Go to www.FFPS.org to sign up. Registration 

fee includes a full uniform (jersey, shorts and 

socks), trophy, trained positive coaches, nice 

fields and background checks on all volunteers. 

Coaches will call players to schedule 

practice by October 2 nd . Practice times and 

location will be determined by the coach and 

team. The schedule includes eight games, 

played locally on Saturdays, October 6 th 

to December 1 st . Our Katy league plays at 

George Bush Park - FFPS Soccer Complex 

(20150 Westheimer Parkway). Our Fulshear 

League plays at Huggins Elementary (No. 1 

Huggins Dr). Our West Houston League plays 

at Westside High School (14201 Briar Forest). 

Our Westpark/Beltway League plays at Quillian 

Center (10570 Westpark Dr). Our Spring 

Branch/Memorial League plays at St. Andrew 

Lutheran Church (1353 Witte Rd). 

For more information, map of all locations or 

to sign up, visit www.FFPS.org or call 1-800- 

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Dates: August-October 

Cost: $75 

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Ages: 3-8 (co-ed) 

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HOMESCHOOL BASEBALL 

The West Houston Thunder is a baseball program for homeschool boys 

between the ages of 8-18. We offer baseball programs for Elementary, 

Junior High and High School level competition. We regularly compete 

against schools, leagues, select teams and other homeschool teams. 

Our practice location is Memorial Ashford Little League, 12900 Westmere 

Drive, Houston. For the summer months, we offer Boot Camp for 

ages 13-18, Skills Clinic for ages 8-14 and Wiffle Ball & Pizza for all ages. 

Registration is required for these events. Fall baseball will begin August 

28 th . Contact WHThunderInfo@gmail.com for more information or to 

register for any of these events. 

The West Houston Thunder High School team traveled to central Florida 

in May to play in the Homeschool World Series (HWS). Twenty-five 

teams from around the country participated. The players and coaches 

are proud of the fact the program improved upon last year’s Division 

III championship. Andrew Wood and Nathan Lindblade were selected 

as Division II All Stars. Thunder participates in the HWS every May. 

ALBION HURRICANES FC (AHFC) 

AHFC has multiple campuses in and around Houston . The club invites 

all interested players from the ages of 7 to 18, to the Player Tryouts 

& Evaluations and to become part of our success. We ask that all interested 

players pre-register before coming out to the fields. Please 

visit albionhurricanes.org for details about your particular campus. 

AHFC offers JHSL (a recreational program for 5-10 year old) at our 

Cy Fair and Central locations and offers additional training at Katy 

Friday Night Academy and New Territory Thusday Night Academy. 

Visit albionhurricanes.org for times and dates. 

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SPORTS QUEST SUMMER SOCCER CAMPS 2018 

Celebrating 22 years! Online registration is now open for summer 

soccer camps 2018! Sports Quest is a non-profit soccer training organization, 

dedicated to sharing Biblical truth to reach, teach & encourage 

next generation leaders through soccer. Sports Quest summer camps 

provide a fun, safe and educational soccer environment for boys and 

girls aged 5-12 years. Each camper receives a free soccer ball, a free 

camp T-shirt and other commemorative gifts and awards. 

Along with technical and tactical soccer skills training, daily competitions 

and biblically based life lessons, Sports Quest provides a camp 

experience to equip each child for success on and off the field. Early 

Bird and sibling discounts are available. For more information about 

camp dates, times and locations and to register online visit www. 

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WEST HOUSTON RUGBY CLUB 

West Houston Rugby Club offers excellent opportunities for players of 

all ages from minis to adults to participate in one of America’s fastest 

growing sports. Our coaches are fully accredited with USA Rugby and 

include former European premiership players. We are a not for profit 

club with a mission to provide outstanding club management, a fun 

social environment and the feeling of a rugby family. Registration is 

now open for the 2018 season at www.westhoustonrugby.com. Enquiries 

may be sent to info@westhoustonrugby.com. Come and join the 

fastest growing club in Houston! 

KATY AREA RUNNING CLUB 

The Katy Area Running Club is a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation which 

exists to serve people living in and around Katy, Texas who have an 

interest in running. We are a community of people of all ages, backgrounds, 

heritages and abilities who share a common interest - running! 

Our focus is on group runs, having fun, socializing and sharing 

our knowledge and experience with our members and the public. We 

welcome all who are interested in joining us. We have a full calendar of 

runs, events and socials. We hold group runs every Saturday morning 

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east of Barker Cypress Rd. On Tuesdays (5 AM and 6:30 PM) we meet 

at the Cinco Ranch Junior High Track for speedwork and on Thursday 

(6:30 PM) we meet at Crosspoint Community Church for tempo runs 

of various distances and paces. To find out more and to join our club, 

visit www.KatyAreaRunningClub.com. 

TRACK HOUSTON YOUTH TRACK CLUB 

Track Houston is the nation’s largest and most successful youth track 

and field organization. Our goal is to assist interested boys and girls ages 

6 to18 years old in improving their physical fitness and mental stamina. 

We have multiple practice sites in the Greater Houston area including 

McMeans Junior High School in Katy and Cypress Lakes High School in 

Cypress. Visit www.trackhouston.com to register for a location near you. 

KATY CANOE & KAYAK CLUB (KC/KC) 

Established March of 2014 (Over 200 Members). Never paddled before, 

that’s okay too! We don’t own a store, don’t purchase anything yet! Join 

our meetings and we can answer your questions and/or assist you in trying 

out new gear and equipment. KC/KC is a non-profit organization with major 

Sponsors. Must be at least 21 years of age to join. LIFE VEST/PFD IS A MUST!!!! 

We meet every 3 rd Wednesday of each month at 24638 Kingsland Blvd., Katy 

TX 77494 (Manta Ray Enterprises, Inc.), 7-9 PM. For more information, call 

Philip at 713-826-5705 or 281-782-7252. “Remember-Think Safe, Paddle Safe” 

NETBALL CLUBS 

Katy Swifts Netball Club invites people to come and learn about netball 

and have some fun playing a great team sport. Open to everyone from 

eight years and up including adults. Contact katynetball@netballamerica 

for further information. 

Houston Shooting Stars welcomes ladies, men and youth to join in, play 

and learn netball, Tuesday nights at The British School of Houston. 

Contact houstonnetball@netballamerica.com for further information. 

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You can also “like” the Texas Netball Association on Facebook to see 

regular announcements about netball in the Lonestar State! Also visit 

netballamerica.com for general information about netball in America. 

VOLLEYBALL 

Please contact Dean at volleyballkaty@yahoo.com if you are interested in 

playing volleyball. You must be at least 18 years old and be able to play at 

intermediate level. We play at different locations in and around Katy area. 

KATY RUGBY CLUB 

Want to learn the newest Olympic Sport - Rugby? All ages welcome - 

boys & girls, Training every Sunday 2-4 PM at Cinco Ranch High School, 

For more information, please visit www.katyrugbyclub.com. 

KATY CAVALIER LACROSSE CLUB 

The Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club invites you to come and see what Lacrosse is all 

about. Join us as we continue to bring one of the fastest growing team sports 

in the United States to the youth of Katy. Katy Cavalier Lacrosse Club offers 

lacrosse for boys and girls from Kindergarten thru High School. No experience 

needed. For more information visit our website, www.katycavalierlacrosse.org. 

Did you play Lacrosse in college, coached lacrosse or just love the sport? 

We are looking for Coaches for boys and girls. Please contact us for more 

information if you would like to volunteer and be a part of the Katy Cavalier 

Lacrosse Club, 281-942-8822. 

WESTSIDE GOLF LEAGUE 

Westside Golf League is actively encouraging new members. We invite 

you to join us every Tuesday morning at Cinco Ranch Golf Club. Our 

purpose is to allow ladies of all levels to meet new friends and have 

fun while improving golfing skills. For more information, contact the 

Pro Shop at Cinco Ranch, 281-395-4653. 

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Volunteer 

Opportunities 

TEXAS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL WEST CAMPUS (KATY) 

We are looking for volunteers 18 years old and up, be committed once 

a week 3-4 consecutive hours for a minimum of six months. Different 

assignments are available to choose from 7 AM-midnight Monday - 

Sunday to support patients, families and staff. Please contact us if you 

are interested at 832-227-1185 or www.waystogive.texaschildrens.org/ 

ways-to-give/volunteer/. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT 

MEMORIAL HERMANN KATY HOSPITAL 

Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital has volunteer opportunities available. 

Whether you are interested in working in the nursery, at our 

reception desk, in our gift shop or even transporting patients, we have 

a place for you. For more information, please contact Heather Rojas, 

Manager of Volunteer Services at 281-644-7581. 

TEXAS WILDLIFE REHABILITATION COALITION, INC 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES FOR WILDLIFE ADVOCATES 

Love Animals? Looking for a rewarding opportunity? Get involved in 

one of TWRC’s many volunteer opportunities to help Texas wildlife. 

Volunteers at TWRC Wildlife Center are the backbone of our organization. 

We offer several ways to help including our Animal Care Program, 

Education and Outreach, working in our main enter and we can even 

help you become an independent Texas Wildlife Rehabilitator! Please 

Go To www.twrcwildlifecenter.org/volunteer for more information. 

PREGNANCY HELP CENTER SEEKS NEW VOLUNTEERS 

Invest your time by volunteering with Pregnancy Help Center of West 

Houston educating and supporting men and women in making healthy 

choices for life in sexual integrity, unplanned pregnancy and post-abortion 

loss. Volunteer opportunities include mentoring, facilitating small 

groups, administrative assistance, medical services, donation room 

and development. Discover your calling! For information inquire 

through the web site vsc@phckaty.org or call 281-578-0078, Volunteer 

Services Coordinator. The Pregnancy Help Center of West Houston is 

a non-profit faith based organization. 

SIRE, HOUSTON’S THERAPEUTIC EQUESTRIAN CENTERS 

Nothing else can compare with therapy on horseback. Equine-assisted 

activities improve physical balance and coordination, mental acuity, 

emotional stability and social interactions. At SIRE, we see miracles 

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on horseback happen every day. The work of our dedicated volunteers 

helps guarantee that children and adults with disabilities in the Greater 

Houston Area will have the programs they need to live longer, healthier, 

more productive lives. 

In addition to their weekly work in the arena, many of our volunteers 

donate their time and talents at fund-raising events such as our annual 

Ride-A-Thon and the yearly Trailblazers Luncheon. Volunteers are on 

hand during the NARHA on-site certification and annual SIRE Show- 

Off and volunteers are vital to our Clients’ successes at the Top Hands 

Horse Show, during the Houston Rodeo and competition at the regional 

and state Special Olympics. Therapeutic horseback riding creates a 

bond of success between the rider and their horse. Volunteers are their 

own personal cheering section and the instructor is their mentor and 

coach. Clients become more empowered and better equipped to fully 

live their lives, each day. 

To volunteer, please call one of our arenas and ask to speak with a 

volunteer coordinator. SIRESpring, call 281-353-6160. SIREHockley, 

call 281-356-7588. SIRE Fort Bend, call 281-344-4308. 

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED AT AUTUMN GROVE COTTAGE 

Do you enjoy spending time with seniors? Autumn Grove Cottage is 

an assisted living facility for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia 

related illnesses. We are interested in volunteers socializing with our 

Residents. We are a small cottage, close to your neighborhood, with 

just 16 Residents. If you would like to volunteer in a cozy, home-like 

atmosphere then call the Volunteer Coordinator at 281-398-6845 or 

visit our website www.autumngrovecottage.com. Come be a part of 

our philosophy - “To honor our Residents and those who love and care 

for them.” Volunteers will need to complete a volunteer application 

and attend a brief training session. 

BECOME A SUNRISE VOLUNTEER 

Fond memories and treasured traditions start here! Enrich lives through 

your generous gift of service as a Sunrise Volunteer. Please call the 

Activity and Volunteer Coordinator for opportunities and details at 

281-240-0500 or email cinco-ranch.avc@sunriseseniorliving.com. 

Sunrise Assisted Living of Cinco Ranch is located at 21939 Cinco Ranch 

Blvd., Katy, Texas, 77450. For more information, you can also visit our 

website at www.sunriseseniorliving.com. 


VOLUNTEER KATY 

Meet with other local people who will gather and discuss/plan community 

service projects and try to figure out the best way to make a 

difference in our community. All volunteers welcome. Contact: Linda 

Wilson at 281-222-1771 or visit http://volunteerism.meetup.com/230. 

KATY COMMUNITY GIVING CIRCLE NEEDS VOLUNTEERS 

The Katy Community Giving Circle is open to any resident in the Katy area 

who wants to make a difference by giving collectively. Our mission is to 

create a circle of giving in our community by collectively contributing to 

organizations that will benefit or improve the lives of the people in our 

neighborhoods. By combining members tax deductible donations of just 

$10 per month, we are determined to make a greater giving impact! In our 

first year we have been able to gift grants to 2 local organizations and we 

are building a community of giving friends. For more information, please 

visit our Facebook page facebook.com/katycommunitygivingcircle. 

CLOTHED BY FAITH 

We are looking for volunteers to join our amazing team! Please see our 

website www.clothedbyfaith.com for more information or email yiasmere@clothedbyfaith.org. 

Located at 802 Dominion Drive, Suite 100 in 

Katy. CBF demonstrates God’s love through the provision of gently used 

clothing to those in need. 

HOUSTON CHILDREN’S CHARITY 

Join a group of people dedicated to improving the lives of children. If 

you are searching for a good cause to lend a hand to, you need look no 

further. Houston Children’s Charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization 

dedicated to improving the quality of life for underprivileged, abused 

and disabled children who have been otherwise left behind. The scope 

of our support is limited only by the availability of resources. Our goal, 

the rainbow that we chase, is to leave no legitimate request for assistance 

unanswered. 

Do you have the time and desire to volunteer to help a great cause? We 

are always in need of volunteers to help throughout the year. This is a 

great way for school age kids to get in community service hours. Do you 

have gently used children’s clothing, shoes and jackets? At Houston Children’s 

Charity we are setting up the “HCC Closet.” All of the items donated 

will be given to children - not sold at a retail store. Please contact our 

office at 713-524-2878 or visit our website www.houstonchildrenscharity. 

org for more information on our organization. 

STANDUP FOR KIDS 

How would you feel if you saved a kid’s life? StandUp For Kids is an 

all volunteer organization dedicated to saving the lives of at-risk and 

homeless kids through volunteer outreach efforts. Our volunteers search 

the streets in order to find, stabilize and otherwise help homeless and 

street kids improve their lives. Every day throughout the US thirteen kids 

die on the streets from abuse, disease and suicide. According to recent 

statistics Houston has up to 2,500 kids living on the streets at any given 

time. Texas has the highest rate of homeless youth in the U.S. 

StandUp For Kids needs supplies for our Houston program, which provides 

food, clothing, counseling and a safe environment for the homeless youth of 

Houston. If you or your organization would like to hold a food or clothing drive 

for StandUp For Kids, please contact me at HeatherE@standupforkids.org to 

learn more about StandUp For Kids or how you can help, visit our website at 

www.standupforkids.org. The single greatest need, for homeless and street 

kids is our continuous caring and real support. We must convince them that 

we care, we want them back and we want to help them get off the streets. 

ADOPT A US SOLDIER 

Adopt A US Soldier is a non-profit organization that seeks volunteers and donors 

to help show the brave men and women fighting for our freedom that their 

sacrifices will not go unnoticed. It connects supportive civilians with deployed 

soldiers and offers a channel by which to communicate encouragement and 

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express gratitude to those serving in the United States Armed Forces. Adopt 

A US Soldier is sustained by its volunteer workforce located across the United 

States. After a supporter asked a soldier what they needed, his response was 

as follows: “No requests, just don’t want to be forgotten.” -LCPL O.J.T. III. When 

registering for Adopt A US Soldier your involvement can range from writing 

letters and sending postcards, to mailing care packages full of items a soldier 

may need or want. Handwritten letters are most important and meaningful to 

soldiers. Adopt A US Soldier encourages civilians to adopt a soldier to show 

your support for those that are making sacrifices for our country. If interested, 

please go to www.adoptaussoldier.org to register. 

SPANISH MEADOWS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY 

In just 1 hour you could touch the hearts of at least 4 seniors. Do you 

have a little free time? Do you enjoy the company of seniors? We would 

love to have you volunteer your time and services to our wonderful 

residents. Spanish Meadows Nursing and Rehab opened its doors in 

the fall of 2005 bringing quality care in a luxury environment to Katy 

and surrounding communities. We are located at 1480 Katy Flewellen 

Road, Katy, TX 77494. To get further information on volunteering, please 

contact Robbin at 281-394-0088 or spanishmeadowsactivities@gmail. 

com. Please visit our website at www.spanish-meadows.com. 

KATY CHRISTIAN MINISTRIES NEEDS VOLUNTEERS 

Katy Christian Ministries is looking for volunteers to help in various areas 

of the ministry and special events. If you would love to make a difference 

in the community by volunteering, please visit our website at www.ktcm. 

org, email info@ktcm.org or call 281-391-5261 for further information. 

HEALTHBRIDGE VOLUNTEERING 

HealthBridge Children’s Hospital, www.healthbridgehouston.com, 

located in the Westchase District of Houston is looking for volunteers. 

Our 40 bed pediatric facility helps children ages 0-21 years of age as they 

transition from hospital to home. Volunteers can assist our team with 

direct patient interactions (play, baby holding, reading, mentoring) 

and indirect patient care (greeters, phone reception and administrative 

tasks). Volunteer hours vary, please contact Ellyn Poole at epoole@ 

nhsltd.com for more information. 

VOLUNTEERS WANTED AT 

BUCKNER HOSPICE OF HOUSTON 

Buckner Hospice of Houston is in need of volunteers. We offer many 

different volunteer opportunities from Patient visits to office duties. 

Hours of very flexible to fit your busy schedule. You donate the number 

of hours you can. Please contact Toni Cruse Volunteer Coordinator at 

281-493-6800 or 713-918-9320 for more information. 

THE THOMAS A. GLAZIER SENIOR EDUCATION CENTER 

HAS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AVAILABLE 

STAY ACTIVE. STAY ENGAGED. A new place for seniors to learn, located 

at 16600 Pine Forest Lane, near Texas 6 and Clay Road. Free classes 

available to Harris County residents 55 and older on subjects ranging 

from basic computer skills to digital photography to astronomy, photo 

editing and memory enhancement. We need you in our classrooms! 

Get free volunteer training. Teach your own computer class. Contact 

us now at 713-274-3250 or email us: glaziersec@hctx.net. Operated by 

Harris County Precinct Three Commissioner Steve Radack. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT CHRIST CLINIC KATY 

Christ Clinic Katy is a nonprofit that provides quality healthcare to 

uninsured and underinsured patients living Fort Bend and Harris 

Counties. Volunteers Medical Providers (MD, DO, NP, PA or specialty 

provider) Nurses, Medical Assistants, medical students and individuals 

looking to learn more about the medical field are needed to help Christ 

Clinic fulfill its mission. To volunteer, please call Beverly Allen at 281- 

574-1540 or via email at beverly@christclinickaty.org. Or visit www. 

christclinickaty.org to register for an upcoming volunteer orientation. 

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KATY QUILTERS NEEDS HELP FOR CHARITIES 

Calling on all the quilters in the area to help make pillowcases and small 

blankets. This last year we donated over 200 pillowcases and small blankets 

to various charities. The demand is even higher with all of the families that 

have lost their homes because of the fires in and around our area. We need 

you and we have fabric that has been donated but we need your hands 

and time to make someone smile. If you would like to help, call the Katy 

Quilters, Shari Medford at 281-635-3000. 

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: VANTAGE HOSPICE 

Vantage Volunteers Needed! Looking to volunteer in a way that makes 

a difference in people’s lives? This is it! Our compassionate volunteer 

team takes an individualized approach to care. We help provide the best 

quality of life, for the end of life. This is accomplished through social 

interaction, companionship, active listening and activities. In addition, 

sometimes we aide and support the family by relieving the caregiver. If 

interested, contact Tracy Roth at troth@vantagehospice.com. 

FOSTER CHILDREN: PREPARATION FOR ADULT LIVING (PAL) 

When foster children reach age 18, they are considered independent. That’s 

difficult for kids who have been wards of the state, with necessities arranged 

by caseworkers with state funds. Now they’ll have to figure out how to organize 

themselves and make their money last a whole month. Fortunately, 

Child protective Services offers them a program to help prepare for independence: 

Preparation for Adult Living (PAL). The year-long course culminates 

in an all-day workshop hosted by the National Council for Jewish Women 

(NCJW). The course is held at Junior Achievement’s BizTown, using computer 

kiosks sponsored by local businesses. Want to help with PAL or other NCJW 

programs that help change lives with hands-on community service? Contact 

info@ncjwhouston.org or see www.ncjwhouston.org. 

LITERACY ADVANCE OF HOUSTON IS 

LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS 

Your way to transform a life in need… Teach someone to read! Just 

a few hours a week can make all the difference for someone in your 

community! Literacy Advance is Houston’s largest and oldest 100% 

volunteer-supported literacy organization - and we need your help! 

We’re calling all passionate volunteers to help adults learn to read, write 

and speak English. All classes are free because they are taught by caring 

people just like you willing to volunteer a few hours a week. We’d love 

to match you with a person in need. Ola read her first book at age 49, 

thanks to a tutor just like you. Prior teaching experience is welcome but 

not necessary. Training and ongoing support is provided and we have 

locations across the city. Other volunteer opportunities are available as 

well, to find out more please contact Anna Zubkova, Volunteer Manager, 

at tutor@literacyadvance.org or at 713-266-8777 ext.16. 

GIVE A SENIOR THE GIFT OF MOBILITY! 

KATY AREA RIDE SERVICE NEEDS YOUR HELP DRIVING OLDER ADULTS 

Katy Area Ride Service (KARS) is looking for your assistance in transporting 

seniors in need of personal (hair salon, bank, classes, volunteering, 

visiting a loved one, taking a pet to the vet) and occasional medical rides. 

Rides are provided in your personal vehicles to passengers who are age 

65+ and ambulatory (not wheelchair bound, may use walking aids). Time 

commitment is flexible and you choose the Katy territory in which you want 

to drive. Volunteers do not provide rides that go east of Barker Cypress, 

north of Clay Road, west of FM 1463 or south of Bellaire Blvd at the Grand 

Parkway. Benefits to Volunteer Drivers include the opportunity to help 

seniors retain independent living, dignity and freedom. Drivers tell us the 

day(s) and times they are able to drive. Drivers choose if they wait for the 

senior or return later to pick them up. Drivers must be between 21 years 

of age and 78 years of age with a good driving record, pass a background 

check and show proof of insurance coverage (state minimums) as required 

by the State of Texas. To request a volunteer driver application, call 832- 

773-8645 or email info@karskaty.org. KARS operates under an official 501(c) 

(3) that designates it as a transportation service provider for seniors and 

non-wheelchair bound persons with disabilities. 


Recipes 

LEMON ICEBOX MERINGUE PIE 

You could make this on Lemon Meringue Pie Day August 15 th ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

1 (9 inch) prepared graham cracker crust 

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk 

3 egg yolks 

1/2 cup lemon juice 

3 egg whites 

5 teaspoons white sugar 

DIRECTIONS: 

Preheat broiler to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). In a medium mixing 

bowl beat together condensed milk, egg yolks and lemon juice. Pour 

mixture into graham cracker crust. 

In a separate glass or metal mixing bowl, beat egg whites with 

sugar until stiff peaks form. Spread evenly on top of lemon filling. 

Brown in preheated broiler just until meringue is set and golden. 

Keep pie refrigerated. 

Source: http://allrecipes.com/ 

Dr. Brad McCary, DVM 

www.williamsburg-vets.com 

SPUMONI ICE CREAM 

You could make this on National Spumoni Day August 21 st ! 

INGREDIENTS: 

3 cups pistachio ice cream, softened 

3 cups vanilla (or cherry vanilla) ice cream, softened 

1 cup maraschino cherries, chopped 

1/3 cup sliced almonds, chopped 

2 tablespoons cherry brandy 

1 teaspoon almond extract 

A few specks pink food coloring 

3 cups chocolate ice cream, softened 

DIRECTIONS: 

1. Line 9- by 5-inch loaf pan with plastic wrap. Place a 12- by 8-inch 

piece of parchment paper into pan, letting sides overhang the edges. 

Spread pistachio ice cream into pan and smooth the top. Freeze 

until semi-frozen, about 20 minutes. 

2. Stir vanilla ice cream, chopped cherries, almonds, brandy and 

almond extract until combined. Stir in food coloring (if using) to 

desired shade of pink. Spread over pistachio ice cream. Freeze for 

30 minutes or until semi-firm. 

3. Spread chocolate ice cream over cherry ice cream and smooth 

top. Wrap and freeze until completely solid, 3 to 4 hours. Remove 

from pan, remove wrap and slice with a hot, wet, knife. 

Source: www.cdkitchen.com 

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Creek Bend Estates August 2018

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