connections plus magazine october 2012
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Providing Central Texas with a magazine that delivers community information, business resources, education, diverse articles & creativity. Our Mission is to provide Central Texas with a magazine that delivers community information, business resources, education, diverse articles, and creativity. Our goal is to encompass the voice & essence of all our readers through an all inclusive magazine where we can come together to learn from and appreciate one another. We strive to Connect & Educate the Central Texas Community through a magazine that focuses on “The Community” – One Issue at a Time. “If we all just work together, there is no limit to what we can overcome and achieve.”TRANSCRIPT
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Staff Writer:Terryn Kelly
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Our mission is to encourage and promote Hispanics to vote in elections throughout Bell County and beyond. Our goal is to double the number of active Hispanic voters as well as the
number of local Hispanic leadership by 2020.
Nuestra misión es fomentar y promover los hispanos a votar en las elecciones en todo el Condado de Bell y más allá. Nuestro
objetivo es duplicar el número de activos votantes hispanos así como el número de dirigentes hispanos locales para el año 2020.
For More Information, visitwww.latinos2020.org
Did you know…In 1845, one vote brought Texas into the Union.
YOUR VOTE COUNTS!
¿Sabía usted…En 1845, solo un voto trajo a Texas en la Unión.
¡TU VOTO CUENTA!
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Being a part of team during college can be both fulfilling and challenging. For many players a chance for character-building and a lifetime of memories await. Junior accounting major Chance Sheffield is a quarter back for the University
of Mary-Hardin Baylor, has played football for six years. He says he is able to manage both his homework and football by time management, and by using
good studying and focusing methods.
“I feel that being a part of a team has allowed me to branch out and grow more as a person. But being an athlete does come with sacrifices” he said.
Junior business major and side safety Christen Bell has being playing football since he was 12. He wants to prove to people that athletes do work hard to attain good grades in addition to playing sports.
“If you have homework or whatever it is for a class it is better to do it when you have the spare time then to wait until the last minute. Also, the CAE is a great place to go and do work in a class or get help from a tutor.”
Junior math major Darius Wilson is a tail back for the school; this is his fourth year on the team. He feels that he has learned a tremendous amount of valuable information.
“I do believe that the skills that I have learned from football will benefit me later on in life in so many ways. The skills you learn on the field are life lessons,” he said.
Although he has a great love for the sport he plays, he refuses to put his academics on hold.
“Priorities are key; if school interferes with football, I will put football aside because my grades are far more important to me.”
His favorite part of playing has been the many people he has befriended on the team.
“My teammates and the bond we create with one another, and the life qualities we learn from the game are very special to me. It has been an amazing journey,” Wilson said.
Senior education major and linebacker Jarred Favorite has played football for over ten years. He balances being a student and an athlete by, “Doing a good job of being accountable and responsible for certain situations.”
When he is on the felid, he enjoys seeing the smile on his mother’s face, while she is standing in the crowd.
All the players agree that winning the games feel great but losing can be hard to deal with at times.
Favorite said, “I take in the disappointment and learn from the mistakes that were made, then do everything I can to make sure it will not happen again.”
The Crusader’s next home game will be October 20 at 1 p.m. They will play against Hardin-Simmons University. Adults tickets are $8 and student tickets from the first grade through college are $4. So, come out and support you favorite Crusader!
Football Players in CollegeBy: Terryn Kelly – 10/2012
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On average, one in 100 kids will be diagnosed with some form of Autism this year. Many people are familiar with the term and often know of others who have been diagnosed with this disorder, whether the person is a family member or a fellow classmate.
Autism is a developmental problem that occurs early in a child’s life within three to four years of age. The child’s ability to communicate is hindered or delayed. Statistics show that boys are more likely than girls to suffer from this disability.
Nursing major Alex Jones has a fourteen year old son Jessie Jones, who was diagnosed at the young age of four with Autism. Jones recalls when she first thought something was wrong was with her son.
"I couldn’t figure out why he wasn’t talking. He hit all his other milestones like sitting up, walking or crawling but not talking. Jessie was three when he said his first words. After he started talking, he wasn’t talking in complete sentences. He would say the same thing over and over again. That’s when I knew something was wrong. Eventually the doctors diagnosed him with autism,” Jones said.
There is more than one type of Autism a child may suffer from. People with more mild forms of this disorder can have normal communication skills, and can be very smart when it comes to certain subjects Jessie Jones is a prime example.
“I always get A’s on my report card in math. I have geometry this year. I really like it because math is so easy for me. I am taking Algebra Two next year and I know I am going to do so well. I like that I don’t always have to use a calculator like the other people in my class,” He said.
Teacher’s aide Reine Lewis, who works with special needs children said, “When these children reach teenage years, they may begin to take regular classes once it has been determined they can handle the workload.”
When deciding if a child should be placed in special needs classes Director of Special Education Jill Ross said, “Placement is based upon eligibility and educational need. When the campus and/or parent have decided that there may be a need for special education services because there is a disability, evaluation begins. After the evaluation is completed, the committee will review the assessment and determine if there is a basis for eligibility,” she said. “The Committee consists of a regular education teacher who has knowledge of the grade-level curriculum, a special education teacher, an administrator, an assessment person, and the parent.”
Although there is not yet a cure for Autism, children with this learning disability are able to learn skills that can help make things easier in life with the help of a therapist and other resources. It is crucial that kids start treatment when they are first diagnosed. Their treatment program might include: speech therapy, physical therapy, behavior therapy or medication.
Autism remains a challenging condition for children and their families. Jessie Jones said there are daily hurdles he knows he must overcome. Sometimes, it gets difficult for him to deal with his disability combined with the pressures of being a teenager.
“I know I am different but I don’t want to be treated different. I want to be treated with the same respect you give to other people. Don’t treat me like an outcast, and don’t make fun of me I really hurts,” said Jones
Children with Special NeedsBy: Terryn Kelly – 10/2012
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Bell County Habitat for Humanity, Inc. is a non-profit affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International, an ecumenical, Christian housing ministry dedicated to seeking to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope in Bell County and the surrounding area. By building affordable, energy efficient homes for low-income families using volunteer labor and providing a zero percent mortgage, Habitat is maintaining affordable housing and eliminating poverty housing one family at a time. We are a United Way Agency.
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Now more than ever a growing number of parents are going to college. Many are attending because of job layoffs; some are returning because they must.
Freshman criminal justice major Martha Nichols knows exactly what it is like to have a parent in college.
“My mom went back to school when I was in fourth grade. It was soon after she divorced my dad. We struggled very much during the first two years. I barley ever saw my mom. When she was not at work she was at school. I stayed with my grandmother or my aunt most of the time. At that age, I had no clue how her going back to college, would be so beneficial to us,” Alfaro said.
Her mother stayed positive during the time she was in college. She always told her daughter the position they were in was only temporary.
Nichols said, “After she got her degree things got better. She was able to start supporting us more financially. She was no longer scraping by with just minimum wage checks or the child support checks from my dad. I’m not sure if she knows this, but she showed me how important having an education is. It’s hard raising a family when you have to live check to check.”
Senior Business major Ethel Ward was introduced to the idea of going back school from a caseworker.
“I went back to school because I had been laid off from my job. We were all told to go a seminar from the Work Force. My case worker told me my college would be paid, for two years. Going to college had never been a big deal to me in my earlier years. I went for a semester but after that, I quit going. I found a job and stayed there until I got laid off. Working hard was how I was raised, I never saw anything wrong with it,” she said.
Starting school, no matter what age, can make one anxious about what lies ahead.
Ward said, “I admit I was a little nervous at first; it had been years since I had been in a classroom. But the years flew by so quickly and now I am almost done. I am glad I went back and would tell other adults to do the same and not to be scared. Going to college will only help you in the long run.”
The ages of parents who are in college varies greatly. Sophomore biology major Cassandra Johnson is only 19.
“I am young but I’m also a parent. Many college kids my age do not have the responsibilities I do. I am a single parent having to pay bills, raise a kid, work and go to school. It gets very stressful at times; I know I have to hang in there. I have to get this degree so my child and I can live better,” she said.
Johnson also feels torn between getting an education and being with her child.
“Being a parent and a college student does come with sacrifices. I don’t get too see my child as often because I am so busy. I also cannot work and make as much money as I want to. I have to focus on school and my grades. It all becomes a balancing act,” she said.
With the economy being so unstable more parents will be forced to come back to school in hopes of finding a better job. But with job freezes all over the U.S., the sacrifices being made and money being spent, may not be worthwhile if no job is found.
Going Back to College Going Back to College By: Terryn Kelly – 10/2012
Albert "Chato" Gauna Jr. Endowed ScholarshipThe Albert “Chato” Gauna, Jr. Memorial Endowed Scholarship is given to a student who has an APPROVED DEGREE PLAN leading to an Associate Degree from Central Texas College. Financial need shall be the first consideration. A student who receives this award must take a minimum of six (6) credit hours and maintain an overall GPA of 2.0 an each semester receive a GPA of 2.0 or better. Class can be taken at Central Texas College District or Service Area campuses.
The passing of a loved one is probably one of the hardest things that anyone can deal with, but we all know that they live on in our hearts and minds. The love we have for them goes on always and forever.
Setting up a scholarship in memory of a loved one can be beneficial to their family as it helps preserve the memory of their loved one.
Albert "Chato" Gauna Jr. was a very loving and compassionate person that was taken from us way to soon. His hopes and dreams of attending college were shattered when he was taken at the age of 19. His legacy lives on through the Endowed Scholarship so that someone's dream may be fulfilled.
The Endowment Scholarship has been set-up and will provide a student with some financial support—but not much. This is where you can help. We are seeking assistance in hopes of raising a full-year’s tuition for the Scholarship recipient.
Contact Jessica Rivera at 254-423-5071 or [email protected] for information on how to donate to this scholarship.
Every little bit will help and will be greatly appreciated from both our family and the student that is awarded this wonderful Scholarship.
If you would like to apply for this foundation please contact Central Texas College Foundation.
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For years parents all over the world have been telling children to eat vegetables. While many kids dislike the taste and feel they are being punished by eating them, the adults are right. The intake of broccoli, peas or green beans can be very beneficial.
Many kids today are lacking important nutrients in their diet by cutting out vegetables. It’s important for kids to eat all food groups especially vegetables to promote healthy growth and development. Green
vegetables like Brussels sprouts are high in vitamin C; they have vitamin A and potassium.
Pediatric nurse Anne James said, It’s hard to get my daughter to eat vegetables she’s six and doesn’t eat each much except chicken nuggets. But one thing she loves are Brussels sprouts, I didn’t think she would like them. I fix them for her a few times a week, I’m glad she enjoys them. Not only is she getting foliate from her gummy vitamins, but also from the vegetables. It’s best to get the real vitamins directly from the food when you can.”
Leafy greens like spinach and collard greens should be eaten as well. Both contain many antioxidants and have vitamin A and vitamin C. They are also known as anti-inflammatory foods. They have the ability to reduce the frequency of headaches, and shorten the length of sickness from colds. These vegetables are great for maintaining healthy hair, skin, nails and vision.
Nursing major Alan Solis said, “I eat a lot of spinach. It has more vitamin C in one serving than an entire orange. It also helps fight cancer and lowers my risk for heart disease, which runs in my family. I can’t stand the taste of milk so; this is where I get my calcium from in addition to supplements.”
For people who do not care to eat regular vegetables there are other alternatives they can use to reach the daily serving. One can choose to drink a cup of the V-8 Fusion or V-8 Splash, both of which are a blend of vegetables and fruit. They can also have a can of Chef Boyardee, who has creatively found a way to smuggle in a full serving of vegetables.
Eating Vegetables is BeneficialBy: Terryn Kelly – 10/2012
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1 box of your favorite brand chocolate cake mix3 cups chocolate graham cracker crumbs1 (16 ounce) chocolate frosting1 (16 ounce) package gummi worms
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1. Prepare cake mix according to package directions. 2. Pour into cupcake pan and bake as directed on cake mix box. 3. After cupcakes have cooled thoroughly, spread cupcakes lightly with chocolate icing. 4. Cut gummi worms in half & put cut end of the worms into icing so that they stick to the top of cupcakes. Be decorative and use different quantities on top of cup cake. 5. Sprinkle cookie crumbs on top. 6. Let set for about 10 minutes and then devour them :)
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