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MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
Martin Luther King, Jr., an American clergyman and Nobel
Prize winner was one of the principal leaders of the American
civil rights movement and a prominent advocate of
nonviolent protest. King’s challenges to segregation and racial
discrimination in the 1950s and 1960s helped convince many
white Americans to support the cause of civil rights in the
United States. After his assassination in 1968, King became a
symbol of protest in the struggle for racial justice. In 1957, King
helped found the Southern Christian Leadership Conference
(SCLC), an organization of black churches and ministers that
aimed to challenge racial segregation. As SCLC’s president,
King became the organization’s dominate personality and
its primary intellectual influence. He was responsible for
much of the organization’s fundraising, which he frequently
conducted in conjunction with preaching engagements in
Northern churches. SCLC sought to complement the NAACP’s
legal efforts to dismantle segregation through the courts,
with King and other SCLC leaders encouraging the use of
nonviolent direct action to protest discrimination. These
activities included marches, demonstrations and boycotts.
“I Have a Dream” - King and other black leaders organized the
1963 March on Washington, a massive protest in Washington,
D.C. for jobs and civil rights. On August 28, 1963, King
delivered the keynote address to an audience of more than
200,000 civil rights supporters. His “I Have a Dream” speech
expressed the hopes of the civil rights movement in oratory
as moving as any in American history. After his death, King
came to represent black courage and achievement, high
moral leadership and the ability of Americans to address
and overcome racial divisions. Perhaps the most important
memorial is the national holiday in King’s honor, designated
by the Congress of the United States in 1983 and observed
on the third Monday in January, a day that falls on or near
King’s birthday of January 15 th .
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CYPRESS ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES (CAM)
BEGINS CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW FACILITY
Cypress Assistance Ministries (CAM), a local nonprofit organization
serving northwest Harris County, recently began construction of a new
21,000 square foot facility located at 12930 Cypress N Houston Road.
CAM’s new building will provide much needed additional capacity,
bringing together under one roof all programs provided by the nonprofit.​
CAM has been serving members of the community in crisis for over 30
years, addressing the many issues that accompany a lack of financial
resources, language barriers and unemployment. Emergency situations
arise through a multitude of reasons - loss of a job, illness, divorce, natural
disaster and recently with the onset of COVID-19. When a crisis hits is when
CAM steps in, providing a much-needed helping hand with rent, food,
utilities, employment services, adult education and through seasonal
programs at Christmas, back to school time, Easter and Thanksgiving.
Construction of the new facility allows for the potential future expansion
of programs and the streamlining of current programs. “A new facility will
position CAM to better serve the community,” said Martha Burnes, CAM’s
Executive Director. “With our ability to design the space more efficiently,
people coming to CAM can access all programs in one area, reducing the
time they spend seeking assistance.”
Construction on the building is expected to be completed during
2021. The building was designed by J.A. Greene Construction Services
who will also be managing the construction. Allegiance Bank financed
construction of the structure. Project Manager is Michael Keavney,
President of Patrick & Wayde General Contractors. CAM is raising funds for
all fixtures, furniture and equipment in addition to the security system,
wiring for a phone and computer system and a generator.
“The support of such a generous community allows CAM to help those
who are financially the most fragile,” said Janet Ryan, CAM’s Director of
Development. “We are now asking our community members to help
CAM by donating to our Capital Campaign fund which will allow us to
purchase the needed phone system, computer infrastructure, security
system and furnishings such as classroom furniture. CAM also has naming
opportunities available to help with these expenses. And everyone has
the opportunity to purchase an engraved brick in honor of or in memory
of their loved ones, favorite organization, faith group, pet or business.”
Contact Janet at 281-815-0162 or janetr@cypressassistance.org for more
information on how you can help.
“This is an exciting time not only for CAM but for our community,” said
Burnes. “With the space more strategically designed we will be able to
expand our programs and better serve our neighbors who are struggling.
We are so thankful for the opportunity to reduce operating expenses
while increasing our ability to help others.”
To learn more about CAM visit www.cypressassistance.org.
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CYPRESS ASSISTANCE MINISTRIES (CAM)
DISTRIBUTES OVER ONE MILLION POUNDS
OF FOOD DUE TO PANDEMIC
It’s definitely a bittersweet milestone. In mid-November, Cypress
Assistance Ministries’ Food Pantry distributed its one millionth pound of
food this year, far surpassing the amount of food needed at any time in
the past 30 years.
While CAM is thankful to be able to meet the needs of people who have
lost jobs and fallen on hard times during the covid-19 crisis, this milestone
is a sobering indication of just how great that need is. “We’ve remained
committed to serving our community during the pandemic,” said Janet
Ryan, Director of Development for CAM. “Thanks to the generosity of
local people, churches, businesses and organizations along with the time
investment of our dedicated volunteers, we’ve been able to provide that
needed helping hand to families who are struggling.”
Since the end of March, a drive-up distribution method has been in effect
to follow social distancing recommendations and limit person-to-person
contact.
More than 25,000 people have relied on CAM during this time to have
enough food to feed their families.
TEENAGE JOB SEEKERS
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.
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on the Teenage Job Seeker List. Please ask for and check out references
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Cy-Fair ISD
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LEARN AT HOME:
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SCHOOL CALENDAR
To download the 2020-2021 school calendar, visit the CFISD website at
www.cfisd.net/en/calendar.
32ND ANNUAL B.F. ADAM GOLF CLASSIC
RAISES $130,000 FOR CFEF
The CFISD community raised approximately $130,000 for student
scholarships through the Cy-Fair Educational Foundation’s (CFEF) 32nd
annual B.F. Adam Golf Classic, held Nov. 16 th at BlackHorse Golf Club.
The annual event, named after longtime CFISD school Board member
and elementary school namesake Bernard Fred (B.F.) Adam, contributes
to the CFEF mission of increasing college access for CFISD graduates by
awarding scholarships.
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“We were so thankful to be able to have our tournament this year,
COVID-19 has impacted our community and we are blessed to have
events that benefit students and staff of CFISD,” said Marie Holmes, CFEF
executive director. “Many thanks to our incredible sponsors for their
support.”
The tournament was underwritten by Allegiance Bank for the second
consecutive year. Platinum Sponsors were IBI Group, Linebarger
Attorneys at Law and Zenith Real Estate Group. Gold Sponsors were
Cromdane Steel, Inc.; DivisionOne Construction; PBK Architects; Salas
O’Brien and Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc. The Lunch Sponsor
was Caldwell Companies and The Backyard Grill and Carl’s BBQ were the
Dinner Sponsors.
The North Course winner was Raba Kistner, Inc., shooting a 17-underpar
score of 55. Team members were Scott Blank, John Baker, Chad Thoe
and Chuck Shelton. The North Course Longest Drive winner was Thomas
Glover with Hightower Electric Company LTD and the Closest to the Pin
winner was Will Rose with Adam & Bing, P.C.
The South Course winner was Natex Architects, shooting a 19-under-par
score of 53. Team members were Dale Songy, Sergio Weitzman, Robert
Machi and Michelle Freck. The South Course Longest Drive winner was
Anthony Snipes with J.P. Morgan Securities and the Closest to the Pin
winner was Wade Bradow with Caldwell Companies.
Terry Rasmussen of Edgenuity was the Putting Contest winner.
CFISD STUDENTS RECOGNIZED IN
SUPERINTENDENT HOLIDAY CARD CONTEST
Students from Fiest Elementary School, Spillane Middle School and
Cypress Lakes High School placed first in the annual Superintendent
Holiday Card Contest, as their designs were selected from more than 265
entries across 78 CFISD campuses.
CFISD Superintendent Dr. Mark Henry and associate superintendents
served as jurors for the contest, designating a winner for each grade level
and choosing the top three honorees at the elementary, middle and high
school level from the “Best in Grade” winners.
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In the elementary school category, Fiest Elementary School third grade
student Emma Marshall placed first with her color pencil/paint card titled
“Snowy Holiday.” Wells Elementary School fourth grade student Ivana
Welch finished second and Wilson Elementary School kindergarten
student Anett Huerta placed third.
In the middle school category, Spillane Middle School eighth grade
student Christopher Soliman finished first with his color pencil piece
titled “Brightest Light.” Spillane seventh grade student Carla Salcedo
Cano was the runner-up and Salyards Middle School sixth grade student
Daniel Valdez Gonzalez placed third.
In the high school category, Cypress Lakes High School freshman Caleb
Weaver earned first place for his color pencil piece titled “Secret Santa.”
Cypress Woods High School senior Kylie Thomas placed second and
Bridgeland High School sophomore Jacob Lemos placed third.
In addition to the top three honorees at the elementary, middle and high
school level, the following students were recognized as Best in Grade
winners:
Jade Lane - Pope Elementary School
Evalyn Joseph - Pope
Peyton Bisel - Black Elementary School
Esperanza Rodriguez - Cypress Ridge High School
Visit the Season’s Greeting page on the CFISD website to view all the
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resolve to give blood regularly, beginning in January with National
Blood Donor Month. Below are key messages that can be relayed to
donors while scheduling appointments.
• Extreme winter weather in some parts of the country and seasonal
illnesses often make it difficult for the American Red Cross to maintain a
sufficient blood supply at this time of year. Healthy individuals are urged
to give now.
• The Red Cross must collect more than 13,000 blood donations every day
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• Do you know someone who has never donated before? Please encourage
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• Type O negative is the universal blood type and what emergency
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1. Make your bed every morning.
2. Do 10 push-ups every morning.
3. Squat while you brush your teeth.
4. Park farther than you need to.
5. Clean your office.
6. Take the stairs.
7. Exercise on the job.
8. Do your own filing/copying/coffee-fetching.
9. Switch your office chair for a stability ball.
10. Schedule a daily walk break at work.
11. Take calls standing up.
12. Skip the inter-office mail and walk it over.
13. Suggest walk meetings.
14. Practice isometrics.
15. Reorganize your office or home.
16. Go on walking/biking errands.
17. Do the grocery shopping.
18. Make your own food.
19. Hand-wash dishes.
20. Keep your yoga mat/weights/kettlebell by the TV.
21. Clean your home.
22. Wash your own vehicle.
23. Play with children.
24. Dance.
25. Laugh.
Courtesy of: www.onegreenplanet.org/lifestyle/25-ways-to-sneak-inmore-exercise-every-day/
POPULAR NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS
• Drink Less Alcohol
• Eat Right
• Get a Better Education
• Get a Better Job
• Get Fit
• Lose Weight
• Quit Smoking Now
• Reduce Stress On-the-Job
• Reduce Stress Overall
• Save Money
• Take a Trip
• Volunteer to Help Others
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A HEALTHY, HAPPY NEW YEAR: 11 SMART TIPS
1. Read to your children every day. Start by the age of six months.
Reading to children shows them the importance of communication and
motivates them to become readers. It also provides a context to discuss
issues and learn what is on your child’s mind.
2. Make your children feel loved and important. Kids develop a sense
of self-worth early in life. They get it from their parents. Listen to what
your children have to say. Assure them that they are loved and safe.
Celebrate their individuality and tell them what makes them special and
what you admire about them.
3. Provide your child with a tobacco-free environment. Indoor air
pollution from tobacco increases ear infections, chest infections and
even Sudden Infant Death Syndrome. If you smoke, consider quitting.
Remember, the most important predictor of whether your children will
grow up to be smokers is whether you smoke. Make your home a smokefree
zone.
4. Pay attention to nutrition. Nutrition makes a big difference in how
kids grow, develop and learn. Good nutrition is a matter of balance.
Provide foods from several food groups at each meal. Emphasize foods
that are less processed, such as whole grain breads and cereals and fresh
fruits and vegetables. Review your child’s diet with your pediatrician for
suggestions.
5. Do a “childproofing” survey of your home. A child’s-eye view home
survey should systematically go from room to room, removing all the
“booby traps” that await the curious toddler or preschooler. Think of
poisons, small objects, sharp edges, knives, firearms and places to fall.
6. Make sure immunizations are up to date. Review your child’s
immunization record with your pediatrician. Make sure your child is
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7. Practice “safety on wheels.” Make sure everyone in the car is buckled
up for every ride, with children in the back seat in age-appropriate child
safety seats. All bikers, skaters and skateboarders should wear helmets.
8. Prevent violence by setting good examples. Hitting, slapping and
spanking teaches children that it is acceptable to hit other people to
solve problems. Non-physical forms of discipline work better in the long
run. Remember that words can hurt too.
9. Monitor your children’s “media.” Monitor what your children see and
hear on television, in movies and in music. Children are affected by what
they see and hear, particularly in these times of violent images. Talk to
your children about “content.” If you feel that a movie or TV program is
inappropriate, redirect your child to more suitable programming.
10. Become more involved in your child’s school and your child’s
education. Visit your child’s school. Become active in the parent-teacher
organization. Volunteer in the classroom or for special projects. Be
available to help with homework. If your child’s education is important to
you, it will be important to him.
11. Help kids understand tobacco, alcohol and the media. Help your
teenager understand the difference between the misleading messages in
advertising and the truth about the dangers of using alcohol and tobacco
products. Talk about ads with your child. Help your child understand the
real messages being conveyed. Make sure the TV shows and movies your
child watches do not glamorize the use of tobacco, alcohol and other
drugs.
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Spaghetti Pizza
You could make this on National Spaghetti Day January 4th!
Ingredients:
1 (8 ounce) package spaghetti, broken into 2-inch pieces
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup milk
2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1 (16 ounce) jar spaghetti sauce
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
4 ounces pepperoni sausage, sliced (or other toppings if preferred)
Directions: Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch
baking dish. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add spaghetti
and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain and rinse with cold water.
Combine egg, milk, 1/2 cup of the mozzarella cheese, salt and garlic salt in a
large bowl. Stir in cooked spaghetti; mix well. Spread mixture into prepared
baking dish. Bake in preheated oven for 15 minutes. Remove from oven and
reduce temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Spread sauce over spaghetti. Sprinkle with oregano, basil and the remaining
1 1/2 cups mozzarella. Top with pepperoni, return to oven and bake until
cheese is bubbly and beginning to brown, about 30 minutes more. Let stand
5 minutes before cutting.
Source: allrecipes.com, Submitted by: Kathy
Chocolate Peanut Butter Pie
You could make this on National Peanut Butter Day January 24th!
Ingredients:
1 (9 inch) prepared chocolate cookie crumb crust
4 eggs
1 cup butter, softened
8 (1 ounce) squares semisweet chocolate
2 cups confectioners’ sugar
1 cup smooth peanut butter
1/3 cup heavy whipping cream
DIRECTIONS:
Melt 6 ounces semi sweet chocolate and cool to room temperature. Beat
the eggs with 3/4 cup butter or margarine, chocolate and confectioners’
sugar for a FULL 5 minutes. Mixture will be thick and smooth.
In a separate bowl, beat the peanut butter, 1/4 cup butter, and cream.
Spoon chocolate filling into crust. Swirl peanut butter filling into
chocolate filling. Drizzle remaining 2 oz of melted chocolate on top of
pie. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and serve.
Source: http://allrecipes.com/
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Gardening Tips For January
• Birds: Provide food and fresh water. More birds die from lack of water
than from lack of food.
• Cacti: Semi-dormant now. Reduce watering.
• Camellias: Plants may be moved. Pick up and discard fallen blooms.
• Cultivation: Changes in design may now be made, new beds dug and
old ones rebuilt. Correct defects in drainage. Incorporate gypsum into
heavy soils: repeat in three weeks. Dig granite dust, rock phosphate
and quantities of organic matter into soil. Allow time for settling before
planting.
• Fertilize: Daylilies, spuria, Louisiana and bearded irises with complete
fertilizer. Give strawberries 1 teaspoon ammonium sulfate, keeping six
inches away from plant. Fertilize pansies with manure tea or blood meal.
Water in.
• Fruits: Plant fruit trees. Mulch figs with grass or straw to prevent freeze
damage to crown.
• House Plants: Water, when surface soil is crumbly dry. Wash dust off
leaves to open pores. Mist often. Inspect for diseases and insects. Reduce
water for poinsettias.
• Lawns: Remove thatch aerate, and feed with low nitrogen mixture.
• Pests: For petal blight prevention, spray azaleas and camellias as
flowers open. Spray for scale with dormant oil solution if temperature
will be above 35˚ and below 85˚ for next 48 hours. Always read and heed
manufacturer’s directions before spraying.
• Propagation: Ivy cuttings root easily this month and next. Root cuttings
of shrubs in mixture of loam and coarse sand; keep damp and semishaded
until rooted.
• Prune: Fruit trees in advance of new growth. Prune to groom and shape.
Do not remove too much. Remove dead wood from trees and shrubs
before spring buds swell, but do not prune spring bloomers. Prune crape
myrtles. Prune nandina and others of similar growth habit by cutting
unwanted canes out at base of plant.
• Roses: Annual pruning about the middle of February, just before the
spring buds break. To prevent later appearance of disease in the old beds,
keep garden clean of debris and weeds. Complete preparation of new
beds for roses.
• Transplanting: January is one of the best months to transplant woody
plants, both evergreen and deciduous, especially trees. Energy will be
expended on roots instead of foliage. Learn ultimate size and cultural
needs of tree or plant before buying. Consider dwarf varieties to avoid
crowding later. Group plants of similar cultural needs. Do not work wet
soil. Assure good drainage. Keep plants moist.
• Vegetables: Prepare beds, preferably raised for drainage, with about
50% humus, including rotted manure.
• Winter Protection: Expect freeze any time; plan for protection of tender
plants. Water. Remove coverings, particularly plastic, when temperature
rises. Protect low plants with dry leaves, pine needles or soil mulch, but
remove when weather warms.
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