Volume 32, Number 6
Bay Forest Little Library Page 3
Bay Forest Gourmet Group Classic Baked Beans Page 4
Yard of the Month Page 6
Blue Marlins Swim Team Page 8
Be Hurricane Ready! Page 8
Pet Safety Page 9
Crime Watch & Safety Page 10
Driving & Biking Tips Page 11
GardenLine Tips Page 12
School News Page 14
Library News Page 19
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August 2018
Bay Forest Community Association News -Dan Pias, Community Association President (Excerpted from Emails to Community)
Pool/4th of July Parade Because we had a better than 70% chance of thunderstorms starting at 7:00 am and lasting all day, we believed, for the safety of all involved, that we regrettably had to cancel the bike parade and the pool park party. Regulations require that when there is lighting in the area or thunder is heard, we must vacate the pool area for safety reasons. It simply would not make good sense to hold our 4th festivities with that potential risk. We will try to plan another party function at a later date this year. We do hope everyone had a safe and happy 4th of July.
Brooks Blue Marlins Swim Team
Thanks to all the participants, coaches and volunteers for another successful swim team year at our Bay Forest Pool. We know that those Saturday morning swim meets can be a little disruptive, but we gladly offer our pool and facilities for the kids. Thanks to all for your patience and cooperation.
Pool Parties
The Bay Forest Pool is open for homeowner pool parties at no cost to the homeowner. To make party reservations, just go on line to the www.bayforest.info website and use the pool party scheduler. Parties may be scheduled during normal pool hours. No more than one party may be scheduled in the afternoon (noon – 4:30 pm), no more than one party may be scheduled in the evening (after 5:00 pm). Parties should be scheduled seven (7) days in advance, and evening parties may be extended to 10:00 pm. If you have any questions or would like to discuss having a party at our community pool, please contact our community manager at 832-224-6446 or email at manager@bayforest.info.
The Perimeter Fence:
The process continues. We are making progress, although it is a little slower than we would like it to be. The new brick wall is progressing. Our contractors have had to work through a few issues along the way but are doing so diligently and are expected to have their best crew back on the job this month. We have said all along, that this is not a race to get it done quickly, but a process to get it done right. Thanks to all for your patience during the construction.
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Neighborhood News Trash Services:
Except for 1 or 2 exceptions, it appears that we are back on the right track with our Ameriwaste vendor. Please remember that we pay extra for 'back door' service, and that means that all household trash and recycle bins are to be placed and or presented at your back door area. The bins and trash must be visible for the trash 'runners' to see from the street. They will pick up and return the containers to the same point of pick up. The yard waste and other debris are to be placed at the curb in proper condition for pick up. For those who are putting yard waste in containers rather than bundling or bagging, the carrier will return the containers to the place of pick up. (That means if they got it at the curb, they will return it to the curb.)
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Bay Forest's Little Free Library
We officially opened the Little Free Library this month. Samantha Kelling, 10, was inspired by a story in the STAAR test and asked to build a little free library for our neighborhood. She and her dad designed and built it this summer. People can take, leave, or trade books. It functions to both inspire literacy and help reuse resources. There are tons of designs on the internet, but Nick and Sam worked to design one that matches Bay Forest, so ours looks like brick and uses the Bay Forest colors. There are several in our area and once we get our plaque, you will be able to search for ours on the maps on the website. https://littlefreelibrary.org/
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Neighborhood News Bay Forest Gourmet Group
Hello Fellow Foodies! If you enjoy good food, good wine, and making new friends (and who doesn’t?) then you might want to consider joining the Bay Forest Gourmet Group. We are a very laid-back group of neighbors who enjoy getting together and trying new recipes, and we’d love to have you join us. If you would like more information about our group, please send an email to Anita Burns at anibur315@gmail.com. I’d be happy to tell you all about it. The Bay Forest Group is on summer vacation right now. We typically take the summer off and will soon begin planning our first event of the season which will happen either late September or early October. Since I don’t have any current recipes to share this month, I thought you might enjoy this recipe for Classic Baked Beans that I will be making for a summer party later this week. It serves a crowd of 10-12 and can easily be doubled.
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5 cans of pork and beans (15 ounce cans – VanCamp’s or similar) 2 medium or 1 large yellow onion, chopped 1 to 2 tablespoons butter 3/4 cup ketchup 1/2 cup molasses 3 tablespoons prepared mustard 1/4 to 1/2 cup brown sugar (use less for less sweetness) 6 to 8 slices uncooked bacon, each cut in half or thirds
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Neighborhood News Bay Forest Tennis
Bay Forest Mommies’ Club
Bay Forest Men’s Tennis League plays on Wednesday evenings. “A” league contact: Greg Blackburn at 281-480-8280 “B” league contact: Russ Hall at 281-486-4052
The Bay Forest Mommies’ Club is a good way to meet other parents of children in the neighborhood. The Club has become a wonderful networking tool for sharing parenting information and other informative types of tips. We plan activities for kids as well as moms. Please join us.
Bay Forest Women’s Tennis League plays on Monday evenings. Contact Pam Doty at pamdoty@gmail.com or 281-286-7471.
Contact Sandra Espinosa at mommies@bayforest.info if you would like to have some more information about becoming involved with this great group of moms.
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Bay Forest American Flag Subscription Service Boy Scout Troop 595 is pleased to offer a subscription for American Flag Display to Bay Forest homeowners. Troop 595 will place a handsome 3’x 5’ American flag (American made!), mounted on a 10’ galvanized steel pole, curbside, in your front yard during four patriotic holidays throughout the year: Memorial Day, last Monday in May Independence Day, July 4th Patriot Day, September 11th Veterans Day, November 11th The flags will be out in advance of the holiday and will be removed after several days. The Flag Code states “when a patriotic effect is desired, the flag may be displayed twenty-four hours a day if properly illuminated during the hours of darkness”. Direct lighting is not required. Street lights provide the indirect lighting to help us show our respect for the flag by enabling us to always see the flag when it is flying.
Proceeds fund troop activities such as: camping, high adventure trips, and the purchase of equipment. To subscribe, please complete and return the subscription form below, with a check for $48 made payable to “Troop 595”, to the address below . If you have questions, please contact us at stbtroop595@gmail.com . Thank you for your support of Troop 595!
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Sign up for the flag subscription in one of two ways: 1) Print the form above and mail a check to the address on the form. 2) Pay for the subscription electronically: www.troop595.org Look for the Flag Subscription tab, fill out an electronic sign up form, and submit payment via paypal.
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month Summertime is finally here! While this season is great for watermelon and pool parties, the high temperatures have been rough on tender flowers and green grass. Be sure to be generous with water when the temps are up near 100 degrees and your grass will stay green and healthy.
Our two winning families have taken that advice to heart and have beautiful, lush lawns to show for it, even after many days of extreme heat. Congratulations to Robert and Brenda Bondy at 15797 Greencourt and the Braid family at 15218 Poplar
15707 Greencourt
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month Springs. Their yards are beautifully planned and lovingly maintained. The pictures don’t do them justice, so be sure to drive by and see these beauties for yourselves.
As usual, if you know of a yard that you feel deserves to be a Yard of the Month winner we would love to know about it. Please send the address to greatyards@bayforest.info.
15218 Poplar Springs
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Community News Brooks Blue Marlins Swim Team
The Brooks Blue Marlins had a wonderful 2018 season – we won 2nd place in our Division of Clear Creek Swim League which was a drastic improvement over 2017. Our swimmers worked hard at practice and the coaches worked equally hard on proper training. Next year we hope to continue the improvement with a 1st place banner. The Blue Marlins would like to thank all our 2018 sponsors and look forward to continuing the tradition of community involvement with the team. We’d especially like to thank the Bay Forest Community Association for their support. This year we paired with Bay Forest to install new stainless steel backstroke flag stanchions at the pool. We plan to replace the flags before the start of next season. The improvement makes our venue one of the best in the league. We are a non-profit club, run by its elected Board of Directors which meets each month. All members are welcome at each meeting and encouraged to be involved in team activities and fundraisers. Please check the website for news for next season’s schedule, and more info: www.brooksbluemarlins.com Feel free to email us at: brooksbluemarlins@gmail.com
Hurricane Preparedness tips
Police Officer Justin Scott, Houston Police Agency Hurricane season is upon us and historically the two most active months (August and September) are quickly approaching. If you don't have plans yet please consider these tips to help you prepare. 1. Make a plan. – Now is the time to make preparations. Make sure you and your family have a system in place in the event of an evacuation or power outage.
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Community News It’s the dog days of summer!
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Sergeant Paulino Lozano, Houston Police Neighbors, Many of you are likely enjoying these long summer days outside with your pets. Although this can be a fun time of the year for your furry friends, it’s also important to remember that higher temperatures mean higher risks for pets. To keep your pets safe, follow these precautions from experts at the ASPCA: 1. Pets can get dehydrated quickly, so give them plenty of fresh, clean water when it’s hot or humid outdoors. 2. Know the symptoms of overheating in pets, which include excessive panting or difficulty breathing, increased heart and respiratory rate, drooling, mild weakness, stupor or even collapse. 3. Never leave your animals alone in a parked vehicle. 4. Do not leave pets unsupervised around a pool—not all dogs are good swimmers. Introduce your pets to water gradually and make sure they wear flotation devices when on boats. 5. Open unscreened windows pose a real danger to pets, who often fall out of them. Keep all unscreened windows or doors in your home closed, and make sure adjustable screens are tightly secured. 6. Feel free to trim longer hair on your dog, but never shave your dog. The layers of dogs’ coats protect them from overheating and sunburn. Brushing cats more often than usual can prevent problems caused by excessive heat. 7. When the temperature is very high, don’t let your dog linger on hot asphalt. Being so close to the ground, your pet’s body can heat up quickly, and sensitive paw pads can burn. Keep walks during these times to a minimum. 8. Remember that food and drink commonly found at barbeques can be poisonous to pets. Hope your pets are having a furry good summer!
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CRIME REPORT – June 2018
Offense Type
Address
Burglary Motor Vehicle (Jugging) 2400 Bay Area Criminal Mischief 2500 Bay Area Burglary Motor Vehicle 2700 Bay Area Theft 2700 Bay Area Burglary Building 1000 Clear Lake City Burglary Motor Vehicle 1200 Clear Lake City Burglary Motor Vehicle (Jugging) 1600 Clear Lake City Burglary Motor Vehicle (Jugging) 2300 Clear Lake City Burglary Motor Vehicle 3500 Clear Lake City Theft 3500 Clear Lake City Theft - Shoplifting 3500 Clear Lake City Robbery 3600 Clear Lake City Burglary Motor Vehicle (Jugging) 2300 Clear Lake City Theft 5700 Comal Park Theft 15500 Conifer Bay Theft - Bicycle 100 Cyberonics Theft 1100 Dunhaven Burglary Motor Vehicle 14100 Ivy Bluff Burglary Motor Vehicle 2000 Legend Grove Burglary Motor Vehicle 14300 Little Willow Walk Criminal Mischief 4000 Meadow Grove Trl Auto Theft (Truck/Van) 800 Prairie Brook Criminal Mischief (Auto) 4000 Sand Myrtle Burglary Habitation 1200 Sandy Plains Criminal Mischief (Auto) 15800 Spring Forest Theft - From Building 5900 Twilight Shadow
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Seven Cool Tips for a Hot Summer Sergeant Paulino Lozano, Houston Police
Neighbors, As summer temperatures rise, so does the rate of heat-related incidents. The Houston Police reminds you to take these seven precautions to ensure you and your neighbors are able to enjoy the summer weather safely: 1. NEVER leave children or pets alone in hot vehicles! Heat can quickly rise in a car- up to 20 degrees in just 10 minutes! If you see a child or pet in a hot car, call 911 immediately. 2. Check on family members and neighbors, especially those who are older, to be sure they are keeping cool. 3. If you have to be outside, drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated and take frequent breaks in the shade. 4. Know the signs of heat-related illnesses. 5. Do not use electric fans when the temperature outside is more than 95 degrees, as this could increase the risk of heat-related illness. Fans create air flow and a false sense of comfort but do not reduce body temperature. 6. Avoid high-energy activities. 7. Check on your pets-bring them inside and provide them with plenty of cool water. Stay cool!
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GardenLine Tips
by Randy Lemmon 740 KTRH
It’s hot, but fall veggie gardening is right around the corner
Can you believe we are just weeks away from August? And although we are all sweltering in the Texas summer heat, it’s actually time to start thinking about your fall vegetable garden. I know... just mowing the lawn or pulling a weed right now can be as pleasant as a visit to the dentist. But, if you want a fall vegetable garden, you should be getting busy today, despite the heat. August is the ideal time to plant many types of vegetables for fall gardens. Unfortunately, many novice gardeners, and many veterans new to Houston, miss this opportunity. If you wait until temperatures have moderated to plant veggies, many will not have had time to reach maturity before cold or freezing weather arrives. In addition, if you don’t already have a raised bed set up for fall a veggie garden, you should build it today – it’ll need a few weeks of “mellowing,” so things you plant don’t burn up when the summer heat combines with over-active soil. So, let’s start with what we can plant as early as August. Whenever possible, choose early maturing vegetables for the fall garden. They can be planted after early summer vegetables have been harvested, and they’ll be ready to pick before freezing weather. Transplants are best since we are already at the autumn doorstep. The following can be seeded or transplanted August through September: Bush and pole beans (8/1 - 9/15) Lima beans (8/1 - 9/15) Broccoli transplants (8/1 - 9/15) Brussels sprouts (8/1 - 10/1) Cabbage transplants (8/1 - 9/15) Chinese cabbage (8/15 - 9/15) Carrots (8/15 - 10/15) Cauliflower transplants (8/15 - 9/15) Swiss chard (8/1 - 10/15) Sweet corn (8/1 - 8/15) Cucumber (8/1 - 9/15) Kohlrabi (8/15 - 9/15) Parsley (8/15 - 10/1) Irish potatoes (8/15 - 9/15) Summer squash (8/1 - 8/15) Remove old plants that have stopped producing to eliminate shelters for insects and disease organisms. Peppers and tomatoes planted earlier this year will not set fruit during the heat of summer, even though they may still be flowering. If the plants remain healthy, they will set fruit again once daily temperatures stay below 90 degrees. Side-dress established, healthy plants with fertilizer to encourage new growth, and keep them watered. Tomatoes covered with spider mites are not worth saving. And when it comes to the bed, be sure to review a tip sheet I wrote in May 2017 - especially if you’re new to fall vegetable gardening on the Gulf Coast. It’s actually an article about spring gardens, but it nicely details how to build the perfect raised bed.
Randy's Lawn Fertilization Schedule For southern grasses including: St. Augustine, Bermuda and Zoysia
FERTILIZE June-September - if turfgrass looks yellow (chlorosis) or necrotic, use an application of either granular or liquid iron. Once a year should be enough. October-November - apply winterizer formulas for winter hardiness. Ratios vary, but make sure they are "winter" or "fall" formulas designed for southern grasses. (examples: 18-6-12, 8-12-16, 10-5-14) Will make lawns winterhardy.
FUNGICIDE - two times a year: July-September - Gray Leaf Spot is a blotchy spot on the grass blade leafs. (mostly on St. Augustine lawns) Use fungicides with active ingredients like Daconil, Consan or Banner. September-October - To control the dreaded Brownpatch fungal disease (symmetrical brown circles in the grass) you must prevent it from coming up with a systemic lawn fungicide with Bayleton, Terrachlor, Banner or Benomyl.
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be kind to the environment, that you do not put down insecticides unless you know you have a problem. However, be prepared during the hot summer months — July through September — to attack chinch bug damage. This will show up as irregular shaped spots in the lawn along the concrete. Any liquid insecticide, like Permethrin or Cypermethrin, will treat the spot well. Then apply a granular insecticide like Deltamethrin or granular Permethrin in a broadcast applicator throughout the rest of the yard.
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Community News The Bay Area Chorus of Greater Houston Auditions for Singers for Their Coming 54th Concert Season on August 19 – Sign Up Now! The Bay Area Chorus’ 53th choral concert season will include five performances at Houston area churches and schools. The concert season programs will include a variety of musical styles, including American favorites, Christmas carols, and Dan Forrest’s “Requiem for the Living” with orchestra under the direction and baton of Milton Pullen, BAC Artistic Director. The Mission Statement of the BAC is “Enriching Lives Through Choral Music” Singers of all voice types are encouraged to sign up for auditions being held on Sunday, August 19, 3-5:00 pm at Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 West NASA Pkwy, Webster TX 77598. Call the BAC HOT LINE: 281-326-1286 for sign up, audition information, or questions about the process. Detailed information can be found on the website (www.bayareachorus.org) (Facebook/Bay Area Chorus) There are membership dues and concert dress requirements as well as commitment to weekly Monday rehearsals when accepted. Current full time choral music teachers, church choir directors and voice teachers qualify for membership fee scholarships upon audition. “Singing in a choir is an absolutely unique experience. It is one of the most important things in the world. Where else do you have everyone doing the same thing at the same time without the use of special equipment and for a greater purpose, and no one is sitting on the bench?” YouTube In addition, the chorus sincerely believes that vocal music combines words and notes to form a higher dimension of expression than ordinary recitation may yield. Music is a universal language lifted from the pages of the composer’s score, prepared and internalized by the choir in the rehearsal hall and then performed. In doing so, we seek to demonstrate that singing is a soul satisfying experience from choir to audience. No other form of expression, but music, lifts and unites the whole of humankind. Contact: Jeanette Chase, President Bay Area Chorus of Greater Houston 281-326-1286 Wchase2@comcast.net
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February 21, 2018
2018–2019 Academic Calendar First Semester August 20 – December 21, 2018 Second Semester January 8 – May 30, 2019 Student/Teacher Holidays: Labor Day: September 3, 2018 Thanksgiving: November 19– 23, 2018 Christmas/Winter: Dec. 24, 2018–Jan. 4, 2019 Spring Break: March 11-15, 2019 Good Friday: April 19, 2019 Memorial Day: May 27, 2019
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School News
CCISD NEWS www.CCISD.net for all your school news!
FALCON PASS
Emergency Communications
The Office of Communications is committed to providing families, the community, and the media prompt and accurate information in the event of a school emergency. While we certainly do not anticipate incidents that would lead to emergency communications, we certainly must be prepared to communicate with all stakeholders. Here are the ways we communicate with the public in an emergency:
Email, Phone and Text
CCISD has a service called SchoolMessenger. This system updates every night to ensure any changes to student contact information is current. SchoolMessenger allows us to email, phone and text parents/guardians in the event of an emergency. We will not use text messaging for general outreach messages. Q. How do I receive text messages? A. At the time of enrollment, parents and guardians should receive an introductory text message prompting you to optin to receiving messages. It may take up to 42 hours upon enrollment to receive the text message. If you do not receive the initial text message, you can subscribe to text messages at any time by sending a text which says “Y” or “Yes” or “Optin” or “Subscribe” to 68453. The cell phone number must have be on record with your student information. arents will be able to select the way they want us to communicate P with them via text, email and phone. Parents can log into their Skyward Family Access Account and click on the "Skylert" tab along the left side. You will be able to select your preferred method of contact for school notifications, as well as update preferences and contact information at any time and as often as needed. Community Hotline 281-284-0027
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Lisa Maxwell-Malik, O.D. Therapeutic Optometrist
Russell J. Malik, O.D. Therapeutic Optometrist
Family Eye Care Pediatric Optometry Contact Lenses Sports Vision Complete Optical Services
Questions and Answers
We recognize the need to communicate and answer questions in the event of an emergency. If the emergency involves a particular campus, often times their phone lines are overrun with calls while campus staff is handling the crisis at hand. We recommend parents contact the District’s main office at 281-284-0000 as we will have staff available to share information. Click Here to view important Powerpoint Presentation!
2018-2019 Campus Security Protocols
2409 Falcon Pass Drive Suite 180 Conveniently located between Walgreens and Falcon Pass Elementary
281-461-EYES
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School News
CLHS Falcon Football visit www.clearlakefootball.com
VARSITY 8/17 Friendswood Scrimmage
www.clearlakehs.ccisd.net
Harry Winston Stadium TBD
8/24 Katy Morton Ranch Challenger Columbia Scrimmage
7:00 pm
8/30 Manvel 9/7 George Ranch 9/14 Texas City
Manvel Freedom Field 7:00 pm Challenger Columbia 7:00 pm Challenger Columbia 6:30 pm
9/21 Chavez 9/26 Dickinson
Barnett Stadium Challenger Columbia
10/5 Alvin 10/19 Clear Creek
Alvin Memorial Stadium 7:00 pm Challenger Columbia 7:00 pm
Friday, August 10th – 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
10/27 Clear Springs
Veterans Memorial
7:00 pm
Make Up session for all Grade Levels
11/9 Clear Brook
Challenger Columbia
7:00 pm
Freshmen schedule preview
Thursday, August 9th – 8:30 am - 10:00 am • Krueger Walkway • Freshmen and new student pep 10:00 am-Noon • rally, small group campus • orientation and New Building tours • PTSA Freshmen Mixer – 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Schedule preview
Tuesday, August 14th – 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm • August 20 First day of school
• August 22 New to CCISD Parent Orientation 6 - 7:30 pm • August 27 CLHS Open House 6 - 8:00 pm
Homecoming
Intermediate/ Teacher Appreciation
Rivalry Game Senior Night
SUPPORT FALCON FOOTBALL
Join The Booster Club Support Falcon Football by joining the Booster Club. There are multiple membership levels each benefiting you and the Football program.
• August 29 CLHS Parent Campus Safety Mtg 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Click here for the Booster Club Form Click here to join and pay online
To our New Falcon Families:
BECOME A BUSINESS SPONSOR
Welcome to Clear Lake High School! You are beginning an exciting time in your life with a multitude of learning opportunities for you to explore. Research shows that students who are involved in extracurricular activities are more successful in school. As you enter the halls of CLHS, I encourage you to investigate the numerous clubs, organizations and academic courses that will enhance your high school experience. If you have any questions, your teachers, counselor and assistant principal are wellequipped to help you. Our goal is for you to have a rewarding and productive experience at Lake. You are entering a school that has been under construction for four years and it is nearly complete. This is a historic time to be a Falcon. As we build a new school on the foundations of the old one, you, too, will be called to build new traditions while at the same time continuing those that have historically made Clear Lake High School a beacon of excellence. Have a great year and GO FALCONS! Karen Engle, Ed.D., Principal
Popcorn Fridays = Dollars for Scholars! PTSA Fundraising Committee and PTSA Scholarship Committee
The PTSA Fundraising Committee pops fresh hot popcorn during Falcon lunch every Friday to help raise money for the CLHS PTSA Scholarship
7:00 pm 6:00 pm
Your generosity helps the Clear Lake High School players achieve success in their academic and athletic pursuits. The CLHS Football Booster Club aligns our business partners with approximately 7,000 spectators each game at the new CCISD Challenger Columbia Stadium. Many of the spectators are key decision makers for 11,500 Bay Area businesses. Thank you for your contribution! Click here to become a business sponsor
STREAM THE GAME ONLINE Listen to the games on TSRN Sports.
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Space Center Intermediate PTA News
School News fund. Look for the popcorn trolley in the Commons, and it only costs $1.00 per bag! PTSA Popcorn Tokens can also be purchased for $1 and are redeemable at any time for 1 bag of popcorn. The kids love the popcorn, the volunteers have a great time visiting and popping, and the money collected goes to a GREAT cause! Last year, the CLHS PTSA awarded five $500.00 scholarships to amazing CLHS seniors! This is a great way to get involved at Lake, meet other Lake parents, and see what life at Lake is all about. If you are interested in being contacted this Fall about popping, please contact popcorn@clhsptsa.org.
PTSA Volunteer Committee
If you would like to volunteer but don’t know how or what exactly you could commit to, this is for you! From time to time, we are asked to provide parent volunteers to help with activities at Lake. These activities include teacher appreciation, ticket sales for various events, textbook distribution/collection, etc. If you would like to be included in volunteer emails, please email your name and email address to campusvolunteers@clhsptsa.org. It is also a great opportunity to meet other parents and stay informed about CLHS.
PTSA Workroom Committee
Looking for something to do at the high school but wondering what opportunities are out there? Why not try the copy room! It is a great way to get involved. You are greatly needed and APPRECIATED for this wonderful service. The shifts are very flexible and can fit into your schedule whether you can commit to once a week, bi-weekly or monthly...we work around your time. If you are interested, please contact Workroom Chair Suzanne Bernard workroomvol@clshptsa.org
http://spacecenter.ccisd.net/
Upcoming Events August 8th • Registration/Enrollment 8:30 am - 12:00 pm • Registration/Enrollment 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm August 9th • Registration/Enrollment 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cardinal Camp
Cardinal Camp – 6th graders and any new to campus students August 15th 4:00-5:00 pm - Students with last names beginning with A-L 5:30- 6:30 p.m - Students with last names beginning with M-Z
7th & 8th Grade Schedule Pick Up
August 13th from 8:30- 9:30 am and 4:00-6:00 pm (Both of these times are come and go.)
Schedule Pick Up and Cardinal Camp Details: You must have:
• Proof of shots (If not up to date. If you are unsure please call the school and speak with Nurse Apostolo) • Verification of completed enrollment online for returning students • Proof of completed new student registration for students new to CCISD • Residency verification paperwork • All required documents, and • All fines paid to pick up schedule • Lunch pin and student id *Failure to bring all required documents and complete registration/verification/ back to school forms online will result in students’ inability to pick up their schedule and laptop at Schedule Pickup and Cardinal Camp.
Open House and Parent Safety Information Meeting Date: Wednesday, Sept. 12th 6:00- 6:30 pm Parent Safety Information Meeting (Presented by Ann Thornton and SLO Officers) The end of summer is approaching, which means it is time to gear up for another great year in CCISD. In this special Back-to-School guide, parents and students alike will find all the information needed to start the school year out on the right foot. Click Here for the 2018-19 Back to School Guide (pdf)
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6:30-8:00 pm Open House (Buses will be available from Space Center Houston since parking is limited.)
SCI PTA Nominations
Space Center Intermediate PTA Nominating Committee submits the following nominees for 2018-19 SCI PTA: President — Lisa Stiles Vice president, PayPal — Amy Best Vice president Programs — Joni DeGuzman Secretary — Rosie Martinez Treasurer — Brenda Craven
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Neighborhood News Falcon Pass Elementary School News GO VOYAGERS! http://falconpass.ccisd.net/
New Fencing Around FPE
As an added safety precaution, and in response to several incidents last school year, new fencing has been added around Falcon Pass Elementary that will impact access to the Bay Forest neighborhood via the bridge. Beginning the first day of school, the gated fence will be locked during school hours. Families and students can still use the bridge to walk/ride to school in the mornings and afternoons as well as during evenings and on weekends. The purpose of the gate is to limit pedestrian activity behind the school during the school day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause, however the safety of our students and staff must come first and the addition of fencing and gates will help us ensure safe surroundings during the school day. Respectfully, Monica Giuffre, principal
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A Note from Our New Nurse
I am so excited to join the Falcon Pass family this school year as the School Nurse! It is a huge blessing to be a part of the School District I grew up in. Way back in the day (LOL), I went to McWhirter Elementary, Clear Lake Intermediate, and graduated from Clear Lake HS. I went on to UT Health Science Center School of Nursing in the Medical Center for my Bachelor’s. My husband, Jason, is a local as well and works just down the street from FPE. My son, Christian, graduated from Clear Horizons Early College High School, recently graduated from U of H Clear Lake, and will be an Art Teacher at Ball HS this fall. My oldest daughter, Chloe, is a Sophomore at CLHS and is also on the Flair Drill Team. My youngest daughter, Peyton, is a 4th grader and loves to swim on the Clear Lake Stars swim team. She will be at Falcon Pass too. I look forward to meeting you all! đ&#x;˜Š Go Voyagers! Christie Curtis
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Clear Lake City-County
Freeman Branch Library 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
Programs for Adults Adult Crafts-to-Go
Adults - starting the first Thursday of the month, you can stop by the upstairs Reference Desk, to pick up an Adult Crafts-To-Go kit. This month, we’ll be decorating small tins. This free kit will include all materials necessary as well as instructions. This project will be available to adult patrons while supplies last. Please contact the Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library at 16616 Diana Lane, Houston, TX 77062 or at (832) 927-5420 for more information. The Friends of Freeman Library provide the materials for this Maker program.
TGIF Programs Summer Film Fest ’18
August 31 at 10:15 am – Film Fest Event #6 How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying (1967) Film Not Rated, 121 Minutes
Fridays:
August 3 at 10:00 am – Baby Playtime - For children from birth to 18 months old and their parent or caregiver. We’ll provide the toys, music, bubbles and space. You and baby show up and have a good time! No tickets required! August 24 at 10:15 am – Toddlers In Motion – For children 18 months to 3 years old and their parent or caregiver. It features music and movement as well as playtime. Free tickets given out when library opens at 10:00 am.
Saturdays:
August 4 at 11:00 am – Family Storytime Recommended for all ages. This program features books, songs, and action rhymes suitable for the young and young-at-heart. This program does not require tickets. The Children’s Department will take a programming break August 6-18. The Children’s Department will be open, but we will not have programs. The staff will be preparing programs for the upcoming fall schedule. We will return to regular storytimes and activities on Monday, August 20.
Freeman Teen Programs 8/1—Teen Craft: Duct Tape Creations @ 4:30 pm Come make a simple duct tape craft!
The films and the refreshments will be provided by the Friends of Freeman Library.
8/2—Gamers Unite! Electronic Edition @ 4:30 pm Nintendo Switch gaming!
Children’s Activities for August
8/20—Movie Monday @ 4:30 pm Start the beginning of your week by watching a great movie and enjoying snacks!
Summer Reading Program
Prizes will be available through Saturday, August 11.
Mondays: 8/20 and 8/27
Preschool Storytime (for children 3-5 years old) 10:15 am. Baby Butterflies (for walking babies up to age 2) 11:15 am.
Tuesdays: 8/21 and 8/28
Toddler Time – 10:15 am & 11:15 am Preschool Storytime – 1:30 pm (for children 3-5 years old). Tickets given out at 2:00 pm.
Wednesdays: 8/1, 8/22 and 8/29
Baby Caterpillars (for newborns and crawlers) – 10:15 am. & 11:15 am. Preschool Storytime – 1:30 pm. (for children 3-5 years old).
Thursdays:
August 25 at 6:00 pm - Pajama Storytime For children of all ages and their caregivers. Pajama Storytime features bedtime stories, songs and rhymes. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas. Free tickets required and available at the Kid's Information Desk 30 minutes before the program begins.
8/22—Teen Advisory Board @ 4:30 pm Help plan events and earn volunteer hours! 8/23—Gamers Unite! Electronic Edition @ 4:30 pm Nintendo Switch gaming! 8/27- Gamers Unite! Tabletop Edition @ 4:30 pm Join us for board games! 8/29—Anime Club @ 4:30 pm Come watch an episode or two of anime and discuss manga. 8/30—Gamers Unite! Electronic Edition @ 4:30 pm Nintendo Switch gaming!
Click Here to view complete list of
AUGUST EVENTS!
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Armand Bayou Nature Center 8500 Bay Area Blvd • www.abnc.org 281-474-2551
TREE SERVICE
Armand Bayou Nature Center
Visit this astonishingly beautiful part of the Texas Gulf Coast and "reconnect with nature". Become aware of how Armand Bayou Nature Center (ABNC), nestled in the Clear Lake Area, is working to preserve the wetlands prairie, forest and marsh habitats surrounding Armand Bayou. Visitors can learn about our plant and animal inhabitants, bird-watch, hike on the Nature Center's trails or view our live animal displays of snakes, alligators, turtles, hawks and bison. A visit to the Center's Martyn Farm will take you back in time to late 1800's farm life in Texas. Before you leave, make reservations to see the beauty of Armand Bayou on the "Bayou Ranger", an electric pontoon boat, or on a guided canoe tour. In order for ABNC to continue to preserve this "Natural Place", please consider becoming a member. There is always something going on at ABNC!
(281) 482-3511 Email: friendswoodfirewood@yahoo.com
www.friendswoodfirewoodandtreeservice.com Serving the Clear Lake Area for over 25 Years! Certified Arborist
• Fully Insured • Free Estimates
No. TX-4230A
Night Hike
Starting at $10 | 2 Hours | Bring a Flashlight! Come discover firsthand that our prairie wetland is a magical place at dusk! • We begin all our programs with an outdoor presentation, then on to our nocturnal tour. • With the changing of the guard from day to night, you will be able to listen to night sounds, enjoy the night sky and smell the fresh prairie plants. • The adventure begins with an introduction to our quarry and then the search is on. Length of hike varies.
Dr. Cindy N. Berthelot, M.D. is a board certified dermatologist treating patients in the greater Houston community. She distinguishes her practice by keeping up to date with the latest dermatological and cosmetic trends. Through her clinical practice, Dr. Berthelot provides scientifically proven treatments in the field of skin health in a highly personal environment. Dr. Berthelot is passionate about cancer research, therapy, and prevention.
Cindy Berthelot, MD
Houston Institute of Dermatology EcoBirthday Parties at Armand Bayou Nature Center
2565 Bay Area Blvd • Houston, TX 77058 Phone 281.480.7272 Fax 281.480.7273
Please contact Heather at 713 274 2667 to make your reservation!
www.houstonskindr.com
ABNC Members only (Family Member Level and above)
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Armand Bayou Nature Center 8500 Bay Area Blvd • www.abnc.org 281-474-2551
Bat Hike
Unmask the Mysteries of Bats! 1 Hour 45 Mins Rates: Member - $8 | Non Member - $10 • Become the myth buster. • Bats are amazing mammals that are critical to many ecosystems around the world. • Join us as we clear up some common misconceptions about bats and reveal the truth of their nature. • Hike will be about a half a mile in length.
Service Offers: • Tree Care Experts • Tree Removal • Tree Pruning • Tree Cutting and Trimming • Tree Stump Removal • Emergency Tree Services • Lot Clearing • Concrete Removal • House Demolition • Haul Offs • Commercial Tree Work
(409) 351-5313 justin@justinstreeservice.com
www.justinstreeservice.com TEEN JOB DIRECTORY The Bay Forest News is looking for teenagers to refill the job list. Take a look at the categories below and let us know if you'd like to be added!
BABYSITTERS & PET SITTERS
Margie Alford Sophia Brown Izzy Hunt-Riley Hanna Schlegel Laurel Sullivan Clare Zandy
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281-546-9684 Red Cross Certified 281-678-2134 281-770-6088 832-646-1542 Red Cross Certified 281-480-5309 Red Cross Certified 281-286-0426 (h) 281-904-7677 (c)
BABYSITTERS
Guided Photo Hike
2 Hours | Space is Limited! Armand Bayou Nature Center offers unique opportunities for the photographer to capture that great photograph! Rates: Member - $8 | Non Member - $10 • Our guided walks provide you with an overview of this natural habitat, that is sure to trigger your creativity. Be on the lookout for deer, birds, reptiles, insects, small mammals and perhaps even a rare bobcat or coyote. • Native flora offers an ever changing landscape throughout the seasons. • The Martyn Farm offers a snapshot of the late 1800's farm life in Texas. • Our knowledgeable guides are familiar with ABNC's history, ecosystems and trails. • During the walk, the guides will identify flora and fauna, and give you a new appreciation of the magnificent scenery and photo opportunities offered at the Nature Center.
Margie Alford 12/01 281-546-9684 Red Cross Certified Lindsay Ierubino 6/02 281/468-1953 Red Cross Certified Theresa McNulty 11/00 623-337-6670 Bennett Ungar 6/02 713-876-9550 *Mother's Helper/Sitter Alex Lauzon Jack Wendes Drew Golla Will Golla
PET SERVICES
5/99 281-218-0064 — Pet Sitting 3/98 281-486-0367 — Pet Sitting
LAWN MOWING 1/98 713-998-5900 12/00 281-889-3410
• MATH TUTOR
• PIANO TEACHER
• POWER WASHING
• SPANISH TUTOR
The Bay Forest News will run ads for our Bay Forest teenagers free of charge. Please send your ad including your name, birth date, and telephone number to: TEENS - THE BAY FOREST NEWS 15822 MANOR SQUARE, HOUSTON, TX 77062
Call 281-660-4965 and ask for Marita if you have any questions.
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Bay Forest Contacts OFFICERS - Bay Forest Community Association President Vice President Treasurer Secretary Director
Dan Pias dfwdaniel@hotmail.com Dennis Fouty dennisfouty@live.com Barbara McCollum Judy Doggett Adam Dimmick
To Report a Streetlight that is Out...
713-562-5444 281-488-0123 713-819-1001
COMMITTEES - Bay Forest Community Association
ARC Dan Pias dfwdaniel@gmail.com 713-562-5444 281-488-0123 ACLC/Super Neighborhood Barbara McCollum and Adam Dimmick Board Financial Committee Barbara McCollum, Adam Dimmick and Dennis Fouty Common Open Areas Dan Pias dfwdaniel@gmail.com 713-562-5444 Tennis (Board Oversight) Judy Doggett 713-819-1001 Tennis - Kids Bruce Reistle bruce.c.reistle@nasa.gov 832-533-1493 Tennis - Womens Carol Rush dixiedad@swbell.net 832-630-0350 Tennis - Mens A Greg Blackburn greg.c.blackburn@gmail.com 281-743-3802 Tennis - Mens B Doug McCann doug.mccann57@gmail.com 713-824-5283 Tennis - Mens C LiMin Chang li-min.chang-1@nasa.gov 281-483-6906 Pool Judy Doggett 713-819-1001 Social Committee Barbara McCollum 281-488-0123 Parks/COA Dan Pias parks@bayforest.info 713-562-5444 Yard of the Month Judy Doggett 713-819-1001 Parking/Traffic Committee Barbara McCollum 281-488-0123 Trash Service Oversight Dan Pias 713-562-5444 Long Range Planning Dennis Fouty dennisfouty@live.com Realtor Advisory Board Dennis Fouty dennisfouty@live.com Fence Replacement Com. Dennis Fouty dennisfouty@live.com Community Relations community@bayforest.info Management Oversight Dan Pias dfwdaniel@hotmail.com 713-562-5444 Crime/Community Watch Judy Doggett 713-819-1001 Website Oversight Dennis Fouty dennisfouty@live.com Nominating Committee Barbara McCollum and Adam Dimmick
ORGANIZATIONS Garden Club Gourmet Club Mommies’ Club Blue Marlins
Katy Lednicky www.GBTB.org 281-488-5655 Alex Valenti alix_valenti@msn.com Sandra Espinosa mommies@bayforest.info Blue Marlins Hotline 832-247-5035
OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERS
The Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: 832-224-6446 Manager@BayForest.info 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062 AmeriWaste 281-331-8400 City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1 Officer Richard Buitron HPD Liaison / 2855 Bay Area Blvd. 77058 281-218-3900 Report Suspicious Activity • Non-Emergency # 713-884-3131 Poison Control 281-766-4403 Albert Thomas Post Office Frances Nix-Davis 281-488-8315
CenterPoint Energy maintains streetlights throughout our electric service territory in and around Houston. Go to the link below to report a streetlight outage. You will be asked to provide: • • • •
pole number for the non-functioning lights you want to report contact information (in case more info is needed to locate a streetlight) an e-mail address (if you want feedback regarding your repair request) the number of streetlights you would like to report
Visit CenterPoint Energy’s webpage for reporting streetlights out: http://cnp.centerpointenergy.com/outage or www.centerpointelectric.com/cehe/support/streetlight/ Report general power outages by calling 713-207-2222 or 1-800-332-7143
Leash Law
Dogs and cats may not “run at large” in Houston. “Running at large” means going on public or private property without the owner or another person having direct physical control of the animal. An animal on a leash is considered to be under direct physical control of a person.“Running at large” may result in impoundment of the animal or in the issuance of one or more citations. For more info visit Houston Leash Law.
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CLEAR CREEK SCHOOLS SERVING BAY FOREST Falcon Pass Elementary 281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 Office Hours: 7:45 am to 3:45 pm School Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 am http://falconpass.ccisd.net
Houston Department of Health and Human Services
Clear Lake High School 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-1905 Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pm School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm
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EDITORIAL NOTES Contributions to this paper are welcome; articles, letters to the editor, complaints, compliments, etc. Please submit your copy to Marita Moran via email at mgmoran@swbell.net by the 20th of the month. Although all contributions are welcome, we cannot guarantee to print everything that is submitted. The editor reserves the right to edit copy where required. LETTERS TO THE EDITOR PRINTED REFLECT THE OPIN I ONS OF THE AUTHORS ONLY, AND NOT THOSE OF THE BAY FOREST NEWS OR ANY OF ITS STAFF. TO BE PUBL ISHED, LETTERS TO THE EDITOR MUST INCLUDE A NAME AND PHONE NUMBER— THE EDITORS RESERVE THE RIGHT TO OMIT THE NAME AT THE WRITER’S REQUEST.
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