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MEMORIAL PARKWAY IMPORTANT NUMBERS
MPCA OFFICE: 281-492-2949
FAX: 281-492-7130
EMAIL:
office@mphoa.org
COMMUNITY
EMERGENCY (Police, Fire, Medical) 911
Non-emergency:
Harris County Constables 281-463-6666
HCE SD FIRE DEPT. 48 281-599-8888
Dept. of Public Safety 281-517-1300
Poison Control Center 800-764-7661
Domestic Abuse Center (emerg) 281-391-4357
• non-emergency 281-391-4504
Health Dept. (backyard cleanup) 713-274-6300
Animal Control 281-999-3191
Mosquito Control 713-440-4800
Post Office 800-275-8777
MUD #81 281-392-8112
MUD #81 (Trash) Best Trash 281-313-2378
Memorial MUD (Trash) WCA 281-368-8397
Centerpoint Energy
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• Gas - bills/report emergency 713-659-2111
• Street LIght Outages 713-207-2222
• Power Outages 800-752-8036/800-332-7143
SCHOOLS
KISD Administration 281-396-6000
KISD Security 281-396-7560
KISD Transportation Dept. 281-396-6220
MP Elementary 281-237-5850
Hayes Elementary 281-237-3200
MP Jr. HIgh School 281-237-5800
Taylor High School 281-237-3100
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President
Vice President
Treasurer
Secretary
Director
Mike Brahm
Charles Herring
Michael Olsen
William Pongrass
Michael Smyth
MPCA OFFICE
21600 Cimarron Parkway
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am-5pm
The office is open the first Tuesday of each month:
7pm - 8pm (except on holidays)
Answering machine
281-492-2949
24 hrs/day Please leave a message.
or email office@mphoa.org
www.mphoa.org
IMPORTANT DATES IN January 2021
January 1st-2nd:
Garage Sale Weekend
January 5th:
Board Meeting
Office Hours for January 2021
Monday through Friday:
9 AM-5 PM
(Unless otherwise posted on the front door.)
January 1, 2021: Closed for New Year’s Day
BOARD MEETING
The Board of Directors meet in the Memorial Parkway
Clubhouse (21600 Cimarron Parkway) on the first
Tuesday of every month at 7 PM. The meeting is
open to all members of the Association. The Board
is only required by the State to have ONE meeting
per year, but MP has always had monthly meetings
so that they can be more accessible to the members
that they serve. Our monthly Board meeting will be
Tuesday, January 5, 2021 at 7 PM.
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2021 MAINTENANCE FEE
The 2021 Maintenance Fee of $375, is due by
January 1, 2021. Any account not paid before
January 31, 2021 will incur a late fee of $35
on February 1st and a finance charge of 10%
per month. Payment plans are available in
the office. Plans will consist of 3 monthly
payments. There is a $35 charge to get on a
payment plan.
Late Fee Schedule for Unpaid
Maintenance Fees
Accounts not paid before January 31, 2021
will incur an additional late fee of $35.
Accounts not paid before February 28, 2021
will incur an additional late fee of $35.
Accounts not paid before March 30, 2021 will
incur an additional late fee of $50.
Accounts not paid before April 30, 2021 will
incur an additional late fee of $50.
All unpaid fees after January 31, 2021 carry a
finance charge of 10% per annum.
Accounts not paid by April 30, 2021 may
be turned over for legal pursuit in which all
costs are the responsibility of the delinquent
owner. Legal fees can range from $150 to
over $2,000.
STAY CONNECTED
To find the latest news and information on
upcoming events, documents, copies of
Board minutes and to register for Memorial
Parkway’s blog, please go to our web page
mphoa.org.
As another way to share communication,
ideas and events in our neighborhood is to
“like” us on Facebook.
QUESTIONS?
COMMENTS? SUGGESTIONS?
We welcome communication from
homeowners and residents. The MPCA
Board of Directors are your neighbors and
are available to answer questions. We love
having comments and suggestion from
everyone as we strive to make Memorial
Parkway a great place to live. Please contact
us at anytime via email at office@mphoa.org.
ARCHITECTURAL CONTROL
COMMITTEE
All exterior changes to your property must
be submitted to our committee for approval
before you start any work. This includes, but
is not limited to, painting, re-roofing, sheds,
patio covers, fences, etc. All requests must be
on our request form that can be found online
at our website www.mphoa.org or at the office.
Please give as much detail as possible, so there
is no delay in getting your request reviewed.
Except for painting and re-roofing, it would
be best to include a plat of your property
that shows property lines and easements in
relation to the location of your project.
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ARCHITECTURAL
MODIFICATIONS APPROVED
October 25-November 20, 2020
Exterior Paint 3
Roof 1
Exterior Repairs 1
Shed 3
OPEN DEED RESTRICTION VIOLATION
COUNTS AS OF NOVEMBER 20, 2020
Animals 1
Architectural 1
Basketball Goal 3
Decorations 3
Driveways 13
Dumpster or Pod 1
Exterior Lighting 1
Fences 29
Flags & Flag Poles 3
Garages 9
Home Exterior
Dirt & Mildew
Exterior Paint 31
Exterior Repair 16
Gutters & Downspouts
Roof 5
Landscaping
weeds 1
vines 3
trim bushes 5
dead landscaping 4
border 6
Lawn Maintenance
bare spots 26
mow, edge, grass in seams 19
edging 11
grass in seams 20
ruts 2
street curb debris 1
Mailboxes 14
Outdoor Furniture 0
Satellite Dish 0
Sidewalk 11
Signs 2
Stored Items 70
Swimming Pools & Spas 0
Trash Containers 84
Trees
dead tree 2
leaves & tree debris 18
low tree branches 0
palm tree 4
stump 6
Use 0
Vehicles
commercial 0
parking 2
storage 14
repairs 0
recreational vehicles 3
trailer 14
Windows
window a/c unit 2
window treatments 9
damaged glass 2
Total 471
OCTOBER SECURITY REPORT
Accident FSGI 1
Alarm Local 13
Animal-Humane 1
Check Park/School 11
Child Custody Dispatch 1
Computer Crime
Contract Checks 77
Criminal Mischief 2
Disturbance-Family 2
Disturbance-Loud Noise 5
Disturbance-Other 2
Disturbance-Weapon 1
Follow Up 4
Illegal Dumping 1
Incident Report 3
Information call 69
Meet the Citizen 89
Mental Health 3
MUD Building Check 1
Neighborhood check 63
Open Door/Window 1
Prop Found/Lost 1
Runaway 1
Silver Watch 2
Special Assignment 5
Suspicious Person 6
Terroristic Threat 1
Theft - Other 1
Traffic Hazard 11
Traffic Stops 7
Unk Medical Emergency 2
Vacation Watch 21
Vehicle Abandoned 2
Vehicle Suspicious 8
Vehicle Speeding 2
Vehicle Stolen 1
Welfare Check 6
Writ of Execution 5
Total: 432
MP ROADWAYS
Please help us keep our streets clear. We are
receiving many complaints from residents
about cars being parked in the street with
empty driveways. Please be considerate of
your neighbors when parking your vehicles.
Try to always park in your garage or on your
driveway. If you can’t park in your garage
because you have too much clutter, spend
some time and clean out your garage! As a
reminder, commercial vehicles are not allowed
in Memorial Parkway subdivision.
STREET GUTTERS AND DRAINS
We ask that you keep the street area in front of
your home clean, so that leaves, pine needles,
grass clippings and dirt won’t accumulate in
the gutters next to the curb and end up being
washed into the drains causing them to back
up and flood the streets. If you see someone
putting grass clippings, oil or other debris
down the drains, please contact the MUD
District and the County at 281-463-6300. This
includes lawn contractors that are blowing
the leaves into the street instead of bagging
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HOW TO REPORT BACKYARD NUISANCE
If you have a neighbor with a terrible backyard such as garbage dumping,
unsanitary conditions, unsecured private swimming pools, etc., you can
call Harris County Public Health and Environmental Services’ at 713-274-
6300 to file a report.
NEED CURB REPAIR??
Do you have a broken curb in front of your home... Did you know that
Harris County Precinct 3 will come and fix it? It is as easy as going to
their website and filling out the service request form. They will come
and fix it for free (well, that is your tax dollars at work)! They will not fix
the curved part that attaches to your driveway, that is the homeowner’s
responsibility. You can go to www.pct3.com/about/service-request and
fill out the service request form if you have a broken curb that needs
repaired.
GARAGE SALES
MPCA would like to suggest that garage sales be conducted the first
Friday and Saturday of each month. This will eliminate the many signs
that are out each week and also makes for a stronger turn out. Most area
communities only allow sales twice a year. Memorial Parkway could be
known for its “Once a Month” garage sales.
Do not attach your garage sale signs to the STOP signs, as it is against the
law and the County can issue citations for this. If a sign is on a public right
of way, like the esplanades), they may be subject to fines of $500-$1,000
per occurrence per day. We also ask that you do not post your signs on
the property of another resident. When your sale is over, please go back
and pick up all of your signs.
CLUBHOUSE RENTAL
Clubhouse rental is subject to availability on a first come/first serve basis.
The clubhouse is only rented to Memorial Parkway adult residents (owner
or renter) in good standing (maintenance fee current and not in violation
of deed restrictions). Resident must show valid ID when renting facility
and must be present during the entire time of rental. A rental fee of $50
is required at the time the reservation is made. Rental of the Clubhouse
requires refundable deposit of $275.
HOURS OF RENTALS & FEE RATES
• Monday-Saturday, 8 AM-4 PM: $50
• Monday-Saturday, 5 PM-1 AM: $50
• Sunday, 8 AM-1 PM: $50
• Sunday, 1:30 PM-1 AM: $50
• All Day Rentals from 8 AM-1 AM: $100
NON-PROFIT CLUBHOUSE RENTAL
The Memorial Parkway Clubhouse is available to non-profit adult and
youth groups for meetings. The meeting times and days are: 3 PM, 5:30
PM, 6:45 PM and 7 PM on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday
(some exceptions regarding times on Sunday). Reservations must be
made at least 2 weeks prior to reservation date.
For additional details, contact the MPCA office at 281-492-2949. All
groups who wish to use the Clubhouse must be comprised of no less
than 80% of Memorial Parkway residents.
TRASH PICK UP INFORMATION
If you pay your water bill to Harris County MUD #81: Collection days are
Monday and Thursday for garbage and Thursday for recycling. Please
secure all garbage in the 65-gallon black garbage cart with red lid and
the green recycling cart provided by Best Trash. On collection days,
please place the carts as close to the street as practicable, facing forward.
For more information, please check out HC MUD #81 website at www.
hcmud81.com. If you pay your water bill to Memorial MUD: Collection
days are Tuesday and Friday for garbage and Tuesday for recycling. For
more information, please check out HC Memorial MUD website at http://
memorialmud.com/.
MEMORIAL PARKWAY
2020 YEAR IN REVIEW
# of Homes Sold
Average Price per Sq. Ft.
Average Sales Price
2019 2020 Year-Over-Year Change
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TRASH CAN/CART REMINDERS
FOR EVERYONE TO FOLLOW
On collection days, make sure to set your trash
receptacle out by 7 AM but no earlier than 6 PM the
evening before. Trash receptacles/carts must be stored
inside your garage or behind the fence line at all times.
They must be stored out of public view by 8 AM the
following morning. Please note that a deed restriction
violation letter will be sent out for those who do not
comply with this policy.
SIDEWALKS
In recent deed restriction inspections, we have noticed
a lot od damaged and uneven sidewalks. Sidewalks are
the homeowner’s responsibility to keep in good repair.
A NOTE FROM THE CONSTABLES
The Vacation Watch form is now available online on
our website in the left column. From this page (https://
constablepct5.com/index.php/vacation-watch/) you
can fill in the form and submit it. The submitted form
will be emailed to dispatch for distribution.
There is lots of good information on Harris County
Precinct 5 Constables’ office website. Residents are
encouraged to check it out at https://constablepct5.
com/.
who could be held legally responsible or possibly sued for failing to properly restrain their
pet. Please remember that cats fall under the same laws as dogs and must be licensed and
kept restrained when not on the premises of the owner. We’ve been told that spreading
moth balls in flower beds might keep cats away.
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
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PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING BARKING DOGS:
1. Contact your neighbor and work it out as good neighbors should.
2. In the event that #1 is not possible, contact the Constables at 281-463-6666. It is our
understanding that the Constables will investigate the barking dogs. In order to file a
formal complaint you must be willing to give the officer your name, address and phone
number for their records.
PROCEDURE FOR REPORTING LOOSE DOGS,
DOG BITES & LOST PETS:
1. Contact Harris County Animal Control at 281-999-3191 or 281-999-3194. A recorded
message will guide you through the system. When reporting a loose animal you will be
asked to give your name and address, a description of the animal and the address of the
animal’s owner (if known).
REMINDER FOR DOG WALKERS
Be a responsible/considerate pet owner by picking
up your dog’s waste from your neighbor’s yard when
you’re out for a walk. There’s nothing more frustrating
than stepping in fecal matter in your own yard when
you don’t even have a pet.
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
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DATES TO REMEMBER
January 1st: Holiday
January 4th: Professional Learning Day - No Students
January 5th: First Day of Spring Semester
January 6th: Family Night (No Homework Assigned)
January 18th: Holiday
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOL UPDATES
CONTINUED CAMPUS PHASE 1 SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Katy ISD Campus Phase 1 Safety Protocols remain in effect to ensure the
continued mitigation and deterrence of the potential spread of COVID-19. The
District anticipates releasing Phase 2 protocols when state, local and the Texas
Education Agency (TEA) provide updated guidance allowing for de-escalation of
virus mitigation protocols. Katy ISD will provide updates as additional information
becomes available. Please check the Katy ISD “Smart Restart” webpage to review
current Campus Phase 1 Safety Protocols.
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COMMON VITAMIN DEFICIENCIES
As we embark on the journey each day to eat and live better, take note of
the common vitamin nutrient deficiencies that are easily treated:
1. Calcium: Calcium is important for maintaining strong bones and
controlling muscle and nerve function. Signs of severely low calcium
include fatigue, muscle cramps, abnormal heart rhythms and a poor
appetite. Make sure you’re getting enough with at least three servings of
milk or yogurt a day. Other good sources of calcium are cheese, calciumfortified
orange juice and dark, leafy greens.
2. Vitamin D: This vitamin is also critical for bone health. Symptoms
of a vitamin D deficiency can be vague - fatigue and muscle aches or
weakness. If it goes on long term, a vitamin D deficiency can lead to
softening of the bones. To get enough vitamin D, have three servings
of fortified milk or yogurt daily eating fatty fish, such as salmon or tuna,
twice a week; and spend some time outside in the sunshine every day.
3. Potassium: Potassium helps the kidneys, heart and other organs
work properly. You could become low in potassium in the short term
because of diarrhea or vomiting, excessive sweating or antibiotics or
because of chronic conditions such as eating disorders and kidney
disease, according to the U.S. National Library of Medicine. Symptoms of
a deficiency include weight loss, muscle weakness, constipation and in
severe cases, an abnormal heart rhythm. For natural potassium sources,
consume bananas, whole grains, milk, vegetables, beans and peas.
4. Iron: Iron helps your body make red blood cells. When iron levels get
too low, your body can’t effectively carry oxygen. The resulting anemia
can cause fatigue. You might also notice pale skin and dull, thin, sparse
hair. To boost iron levels, eat iron-fortified cereal, beef, oysters, beans
(especially white beans, chickpeas and kidney beans), lentils and spinach.
5. Vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 aids the production of DNA and helps make
neurotransmitters in the brain. With an increasing number of vegans
and people who’ve had weight loss surgery, vitamin B12 deficiency is
becoming more common. Symptoms of severe B12 deficiency include
numbness in the legs, hands or feet; problems with walking and balance;
anemia; fatigue; weakness; a swollen, inflamed tongue; memory loss;
paranoia; and hallucinations. You can get vitamin B12 from animal
sources: eat more fish, chicken, milk and yogurt. If you’re vegan, opt for
vegan foods fortified with B12, such as non-dairy milk, meat substitutes
and breakfast cereals.
6. Folate: Folate or folic acid, is a particularly important vitamin for
women of childbearing age, which is why prenatal vitamins contain such
a hefty dose. A folate deficiency can cause a decrease in the total number
of cells and large red blood cells as well as neural tube defects in an
unborn child. Symptoms of a folate deficiency include fatigue, gray hair,
mouth ulcers, poor growth and a swollen tongue. To get folate from food,
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go for fortified cereals, beans, lentils, leafy greens and oranges.
7. Magnesium: Magnesium helps support bone health and assists in
energy production. Magnesium deficiency can cause loss of appetite,
nausea and vomiting, fatigue and weakness. In more severe cases, it can
lead to numbness, muscle cramps, seizures, abnormal heart rhythms,
personality changes or low potassium or calcium levels. To help your
levels return to normal, eat more magnesium-rich foods, such as almonds,
cashews, peanuts, spinach, black beans and edamame.
Courtesy of: www.everydayhealth.com/hs/guide-to-essential-nutrients/
common-nutrient-deficiencies
EASY WAYS TO EAT MORE FRUITS & VEGGIES
The new food plate unveiled by the Department of Agriculture sends a
clear message: eat more fruits and vegetables. Here are easy ways to get
more of these important foods into your diet:
Start early: Get in the recommended five servings of fruits and vegetables
a day by eating them early with your morning meal. Add a banana to
your cereal, berries to your yogurt, veggies to your omelet.
Make them visible: Set out a fruit bowl in the kitchen or have carrot
sticks available for snacking. Take some time to prepare the fruits or
vegetables, so they are ready to eat.
Frozen is good: Frozen vegetables, such as peas and carrots, are a great
way to make sure you always have vegetables in the house.
At mealtime, think of the veggies first, not the protein: Half of your
plate needs to be filled with fruits and vegetables. Base your meals on
what vegetables you’ll have and then think of the grains and protein to
go with it.
Have fruit with your sweets: Fruits are nature’s natural candy. Puree
berries and adding them as a sauce to desserts, such as ice cream.
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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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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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ANNOUNCES REASON2RACE
Pick your race, pick your pace and raise funds for teacher grants with
every step. Run or walk with the Katy ISD Education Foundation in the
Katy Half Marathon/5k/1k on Saturday, February 6, 2021 to raise funds
for the Inspiring Imagination teacher grant program. Last year, over 60
teams and 600 runners raced to support the foundation, raising over
$115,000 for Katy ISD teacher grants.
The Katy ISD Education Foundation celebrated a spectacular milestone
this year with over $2 million awarded in its first eight years of Inspiring
Imagination teacher grants. Reason2Race and its proceeds play a key role
in reaching milestones such as this and will continue to garner support as
the foundation’s grant program expands. Register and join Team Katy ISD
Education Foundation, a Katy ISD campus team or recruit your own team
of co-workers and friends. All proceeds will directly support Inspiring
Imagination grants awarded to teachers in May 2021.
Find more information and register at https://tinyurl.com/
Reason2Race2021 or www.katyisdeducationfoundation.org or contact
the Katy ISD Education Foundation at 281-396-6031.
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February 20, 2021, No Label Brewery
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Run Starts at 9 AM
(We are hopeful for an in-person event. Our site will be updated Run
Starts at 9 AM to reflect the most current information. Either way, shirts,
pint glasses and run bags will be ready for you at packet pick-up!)
Family Entertainment: Face Painting, Bounce Houses, Food, Raffle, Chris
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Register & Learn More: www.graemesssuperheroes.org
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daughters unique opportunities to strengthen their bond while growing
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leadership and cultural activities. For the 2021-2022 Membership Year,
we are accepting applications for mothers with daughters currently in 6 th
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applications and required forms is due 1/15/2021.
We look forward to meeting everyone as you learn more about
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strengthening your mother/daughter bond by joining NCL-Katy chapter.
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