Area holiday closings setSouth Belt-Ellington Leader

The Leader will be on a holiday schedule through Jan. 4, with no Jan. 1 edition. The Leader and South Belt Graphics will have limited hours during this time. This will be the last issue of 2014, and the first edition of the new year will be available Jan. 8. Items for publication may be sent to mynews@south beltleader.com.

Area libraries In observance of the holidays, the Parker Williams Branch Library will close at 5 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 24, and will reopen on Monday, Dec. 29. It will also be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, in observance of New Year’s Day, and reopen on Friday, Jan. 2. The Bracewell Neighborhood Library will be closed Thursday, Dec. 25, for the Christmas holiday. It will also be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, in observance of New Years’ Day, and will reopen on Friday, Jan. 2.

Clear Brook City MUD The offices of Clear Brook City MUD will be closed Dec. 24 and Dec. 25 in celebration of the Christmas holiday. They will reopen on Friday, Dec. 26, at 8 a.m. To avoid late fees, payments may be left in the drop box located on the drive-through side of the building. The offices will also be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, in observance of New Years’ Day, and will reopen Friday, Jan. 2, at 8 a.m.

CBC MUD trash pickup Residents living in the Clear Brook City Municipal Utility District will not have their regular trash service pickup on Christmas Day, Thursday, Dec. 25, or New Year’s Day, Thurs-day, Jan. 1. Regular services will resume on Monday, Jan. 5.

Christmas Eve services Cokesbury UMC, 10030 Scarsdale, will offer three unique worship services on Christmas Eve: • 6 p.m. – Children’s/Family service. This is a short service geared to the younger set. The service will conclude with a birthday cake for Jesus. • 8 p.m. – Family service. This is a casual, upbeat service that will feature lessons and carols, along with communion by intinction for all. At the close of the service, the lights will be lowered, and the congregation will exit by candlelight, singing Silent Night. • 11 p.m. – Midnight service. This rever-ent, candlelit service is the perfect way to usher in Christ’s birthday. It will be a tradi-tional worship experience, featuring carols and a guest harpist. There will be a traditional open-to-all communion presented. As with the 8 p.m. service, the congregation will close by singing Silent Night and exit by candlelight. The public is invited to attend any or all services to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Donate blankets to homeless The Let’s Wrap the Homeless in Warmth blanket drive for the homeless is currently underway and will continue through the end of December. Sponsored by the Robert Bebee Foundation, the project is seeking new or gently used comforters, heavy blankets and moving blankets. Lightweight blankets will also be accepted but sheets will not be. Drop-off sites include the South Belt-Ellington Leader, 11555 Beamer Road; Dobie High School, 10220 Blackhawk; and Service First Automotive Champions, 7925 Louetta in Spring. For more information, call the founda-tion at 281-949-8839.

Genealogy group meets The Parker Williams Genealogy Group will meet Jan. 5, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the library at Scarsdale and Beamer. This group meets the fi rst and third Mondays to discuss genealogy research. Meetings are free and open to any-one interested in tracing family history.

Quilt Guild meets Jan. 6 The Bay Area Quilt Guild will meet Tuesday, Jan. 6, at Mount Olive Lutheran Church, 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Fellowship begins at 6:30 p.m. and the general meeting and program begins at 7 p.m. The group meets the first Tuesday of each month. For more information, visit the website at http://www.bayareaquiltguild.org or call Debby Benson at 713-248-8757.

Lions clubs meet Hobby Airport Lions Club will meet Wednesday, Jan. 7, at noon at the Golden Corral at Fuqua and I-45. For more informa-tion, email HobbyAirportLions@gmail.com. Houston Space City Lions Club will meet Tuesday, Jan. 13, at 7 p.m. at the Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway. For more infor-mation, call George Malone at 281-438-7243.

Email: mynews@southbeltleader.com www.southbeltleader.com Vol. 39, No. 47December 25, 2014

Voice of Community-Minded People since 1976

Precinct 2deliverstoys, joy

The offi ce of Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Chris Diaz (second from left) once again came through for the annual Leader Christmas drive, donating several boxes of toys that had been purchased using funds donated from local businesses. The project was led by Precinct 2 Lt. Mike Kritzler (right), who solicited the donations. The pair are shown to the left with Diaz’s son Nicho-las dropping the toys off at the Leader offi ce. Shown with the offi cers are pro-gram recipients Jennifer Copeland (left) and Alma Alcantar. “Thanks for all you do for the kids and the community,” Alcantar said of their help.

Photo by Marie Flickinger

This marked the second year in a row the po-lice department participated in the drive. The offi cers said that collecting the toys was their favorite thing to do all year. The PISD Po-lice Department also donated toys to patients at MD Anderson Cancer Center. Local schools participating in this year’s drive included Atkinson, Frazier and Moore elemen-taries, Melillo Middle School, Beverly Hills In-termediate and Dobie High School. Several indi-viduals from the community also donated toys, money and their time to the program. See related photos on Page 6A.

Leader Christmas drive a huge success The effort was led by Precinct 2 Lt. Mike Krit-zler, who solicited fi nancial donations from local businesses, then used the funds to buy gifts. Participating businesses included Scarsdale Eye Care, the Chevron at 10855 Scarsdale, Tom’s Automotive Repair, State Farm agent Thuy Ep-person, the Shell at 10330 Blackhawk, Niday Funeral Home, Pets Place Store and Boarding, South Belt Air Conditioning and Heating, Gib-son Farmers Insurance and Kwik Kar Lube. The Pasadena Independent School District Police Department also played a large role in this year’s drive, collecting two SUVs full of toys.

The Leader‘s 32nd annual Christmas pro-gram was a huge success, providing assistance to roughly 70 area families in need. Local police played a larger role in this year’s

drive than in previous years. Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Chris Di-az’s offi ce was responsible for the largest dona-tion of toys.

Detention pond work moving forward Construction of the new South Belt Storm-water Detention Basin is moving forward, with funding for the second and fi nal phase of design set to go before Harris County Commissioner’s Court Tuesday, Jan. 6. The design of Phase 2 should take around nine to 12 months to complete, according to Curtis Lampley, Precinct 1 coordinator for the Harris County Flood Control District. It is hoped, Lampley said, that the fi rst phase of construction will be coming to a close as the design of Phase 2 becomes complete, so that the second phase of construction will begin seam-lessly without work being interrupted. The project was originally to be broken down into three phases, but a recent change of design has shortened the duration of construction. Initial construction plans called for work-ing around an existing pipeline using culverts. HCFCD offi cials, however, have since altered the design by simply replacing the existing pipe-line. Lampley said the move will save the district money without losing any detention volume. Lampley said construction of Phase 1 will be complete around this time next year, with Phase 2 beginning immediately after, noting the second phase of construction will take longer to com-plete, as it is a more complicated endeavor. He estimated Phase 2 construction will be complete in late 2017. Lampley further said Phase 1 of the detention

pond will be independently operational before Phase 2 is complete. Formerly known as the Mud Gully Storm-water Detention Basin (A520-03-00-E001), the 174-acre site will be located in the area that once housed the South Bend subdivision. Soil sam-pling conducted by both Harris County and the Brio Site Task Force have determined the once-hazardous site is now safe. Once complete, the pond will hold up to 1,250 acre/feet or 407 million gallons of stormwater. While the project is being coordinated by the Harris County Flood Control District, Galveston County offi cials have agreed to contribute up to $10 million to the project, as it will also benefi t them by detaining water that currently drains to Clear Creek.

Other improvements Flood control offi cials are also moving for-ward with a concurrent plan to improve the Mud Gully Channel (A120-00-00-C003) from Sagerock to Astoria Boulevard. Part of the district’s 2015-2016 Capital Im-provement Program, plans call for lining the bot-tom of the channel with concrete with a bottom width of 45 feet. While current plans involve working jointly with U.S. Army Corps of Engineers on the en-deavor, offi cials said the county could likely se-cure the necessary funds to go it alone if needed to expedite the project.

Filing begins for PISD board election Filing dates for the 2015 Pasadena Indepen-dent School District board of trustees election have been set. The election will be held Saturday, May 9. The fi rst day to fi le for a place on the ballot is Wednesday, Jan. 28. The fi ling deadline is 5 p.m. Feb. 27.

Ballot applications must be submitted to the PISD Administration Building, 1515 Cherry-brook Lane, Pasadena, TX 77502, in the Ac-countability and Compliance offi ce. Offi ce hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. For questions about the election process, call 713-740-0027.

Merry ChristmasMerry Christmas

Christmas light winners announced The winners of the Sageglen and Ashley Pointe Christmas lighting contests have been an-nounced. The winner for most elegant in Sageglen was awarded to a residence at 10215 Elizabeth Rose. The house at 10314 Sageglow won for most col-orful in the subdivision. The winner for most spirit in Sageglen went to a residence at 11627 Sagewillow. Honorable mentions were awarded to 11530

Sagecanyon, 10326 Sagegate, 10018 Sagedale and 11814 Paige Place. The winner for most elegant in Ashley Pointe was awarded to a residence at 9802 Glassford. Ashley Pointe’s most colorful prize went to 11202 Amanda Meadows. The subdivision’s most spirit prize was awarded to 12203 Amanda Meadows. Honorable mention prizes went to 9826 Ryan Park and 12207 Amanda Meadows.

No Christmas festival at Sagemont There will be no Christmas festival this year at Sagemont Church. Held the previous two years, the presentation had become somewhat of a staple in the South Belt community. The church opted instead this year to present

a concert Nov. 29 by world-renowned Christian singer Sandi Patty. Sagemont also had a snow day for local chil-dren on Sunday, Dec. 21. The church will have three services on Christ-mas Eve, taking place at 2, 4 and 6 p.m.

Hanchey funeral plans still pending Funeral plans are still pending for longtime area veterinarian James Hanchey, with family members telling the Leader a service will likely not take place until the new year. Hanchey died Nov. 24 after a battle with ill-

ness. Hanchey had operated the Sagemont Animal Hospital for nearly 40 years. Hanchey suffered a stroke in July, leaving him unable to perform his vet duties.

Reason for the season

Marbe Duran of Sageglen honors the true meaning of Christmas by placing a nativity scene in the front yard of her home at 9926 Sagecourt Dr. Photo by Marie Flickinger

PISD police donate

toysFor the second consecutive year, offi cers from the Pasadena Indepen-dent School District Police Department participated in the Leader Christmas program, donating dozens of toys to the drive that had been accumulated from several PISD schools. Shown above dropping the toys off at the Lead-er offi cer are, left to right, Johnny Ped-roza, Amber Mur-phy, Jason Grice and Trae Morris.

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Local library events setParker Williams Branch

The following events are scheduled for the Parker Williams Branch Library, 10851 Scars-dale Blvd. The library will close Wednesday, Dec. 24, at 5 p.m. and will be closed for the holidays until Monday, Dec. 29. Computer Classes – The following computer classes will be offered in January: • Internet Basics I - presented on Jan. 21, 3 to 4:30 p.m. • Internet Basics II - presented on Jan. 23, 3 to 4:30 p.m. • Internet Basics III - presented on Jan. 28, 3 to 4:30 p.m. • Internet Basics IV - presented on Jan. 30, 3 to 4:30 p.m. To register for classes, stop by the reference desk or call the library at 281-484-2036 and a librarian will assist in signing up for classes. Wednesdays – Preschool storytime, 10:30 a.m. Thursdays – Toddler storytime, 10:30 a.m. Saturdays – Vietnamese Storytime: Level 2 begins at 10 a.m., Level 1 begins at 11:15 a.m., and Level 3 begins at 2:30 p.m. For more information on these programs, speak with Loc Bui. For more information on all programs, call the PW Library at 281-484-2036.

Bracewell Branch Library With the new year, Bracewell will start with a calendar full of programs. January programs include: The library will be closed Thursday, Jan. 1, New Year’s Day. Every Tuesday: 10:30 a.m. – Family storytime, followed by a storytime-themed craft at 11 a.m.; 4:30 p.m. – Kid’s Craft. Every Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. – Toddler storytime, followed by toddler playtime at 11 a.m.; 2 p.m. – Computer Basics; 3:30 p.m. – Internet Basics; 4:45 p.m. – Intro to MS Power-Point. Every Thursday: 2 p.m. – Computer Help Session; 5 p.m. – Citizenship Class. Every Saturday: 10:30 a.m. – Computacion Basica 1. Saturday, Jan. 10, at 2:30 p.m. – Manga/Anime Club. Thursday, Jan. 15, at 6 p.m. – YA Bookclub. Thursday, Jan. 22, at 6 p.m. – Not Your Mama’s Bookclub. Thursday, Jan. 29, at 6 p.m. – ESL for Beginners. Friday, Jan. 2, at 7 p.m. – ESL Advanced. Saturday, Jan. 31, at 12 p.m. – ESL for Beginners; 1 p.m. – ESL Advanced. Bracewell hours are Sunday and Monday - Closed; Tuesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Wednesday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursday noon to 8 p.m., Friday 1 to 5 p.m., and Saturday 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For information on programs, call the Bracewell Branch Library at 832-393-2580.

Community theater presents Last Chance New Year’s! Jan. 3 Clear Creek Community Theatre will host a one-night Musical Revue on Saturday, Jan. 3, at 8 p.m. Director Hope Diamond loves musicals, dancing and comedy, and wanted to put on a family-oriented show that incorporated all three. Dia-mond notes, “Last Chance New Year’s! takes place at a New Years’ party in the home of characters Brock and Annie. A whirlwind of events includ-ing a proposal and a fight are supported by a myriad of

songs from old and new musi-cals and dance styles including tap, ballroom and tango.” Tickets may be purchased online through Dec. 25 for $20 per person. After Christmas, the price is $25 online and at the door. Admission includes enter-tainment, hors d’oeuvres, dessert and libations. For tickets and more information, visit www.clear creekcommunitytheatre.com or call the box office at 281-335-5228.

Merry Christmas!

South Belt residents got an unexpected Christmas present this year, as they saw gas prices dip below the $2 mark. The above Exxon station, located at the inter-section of Dixie Farm Road and Beamer, was one of several in the community that had gas for the cheap price. Photo by Marie Flickinger

Melillo Middle School holds fi rst Jingle Bell Jog

Constable Chris Diaz and Melillo Principal Diane Wheeler.

Zion Walker (left), a South Belt resident who attends Dawson High School in Pearland, and Zarie Walker (right), a student at Pasadena High School, are shown with Heather Wheeler. The siblings placed fi rst in the jog. Their father is Donald Walker, who is one of the coaches of the Rising Stars.

Lee Frost Sr., Stephanie Frost and Lee Frost Jr., a student at Melillo Middle School, load up canned goods and toys that they collected through their fi rst Jingle Bell Jog held Saturday, Dec. 13. Approx-imately 150 people participated. School personnel said they plan to do future runs annually.

Heather Wheeler, Melillo science teacher, is shown with Enoch Ramirez, who was the fi rst Melillo student to cross the fi nish line.

SVFD celebrates Christmas

It is Christmas in the heart that puts Christmas in the air. Left to right, Sherri Golightly and South-east Volunteer Fire Department Chief Chuck Ty-lka stand beside the Christmas tree at the South-

east Volunteer Fire Depatment station. The tree is decorated with fi re and EMS ornaments – most of them made by Golightly.

Photo submitted

Dear Patients and Friends:

I am pleased to announce that Dr. John Doyle (Liberty Chiropractic) is the new owner of Pulse Chiropractic Clinic.

Dr. Doyle has been working at the clinic since July, has over 8 years of chiropractic experience, and very positive feedback from our patients.

I have many great memories and rewarding experiences from working with such good friends and patients over the 30 years of serving the Scarsdale community.

To all of my patients, Thank You for being such good people. I will defi nitely miss all of you and I wish you good health and happiness.

Sincerely yours, Katherine Pulse, D.C.

South Belt Leaderand

South Belt Graphics & Printing

wish everyone a

Blessed Christmas and a

Happy New Year!

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The following are Santa Letters from Burnett Elemen-tary School:

Bernice Barraza’s Class I clean all the trash from the yard. I helped my dad take away branches and I put it in the trash. I helped my mom clean the house. I want a xbox one with fi ve games. I want a pair of fl uffy shoes. I want a laptop. Is it true that you have eight raindeer. Love, Marvin Antonio Jerezano I have been good this year. I all ways help my mom mop and clan up. And help my dad clan up my dad car. Pless send me a new barebe and a swing to a laptop too. Is it relr that you have a rainders? Love, Brenda I been good this year. Pleas I want a xbox 360 and a xbox one aps 3. Pleas I want a Minecraft Grand theeft Atou DVDs. Pleas I want a iPhone 5 and iphon6 and a ipad. Pleas I want a laptop. And I want all my gifts. Pleas I wat a Nentin-do 3DS. Love, Josue Rubio I have been good this year. I have helped my mom clin-ing my room. And I helped my mom clean dishes. Are you real Santa Claus. Are you are cuna give me my givest. I want for Christmas a ex-box one and new shose. And I want new toys. And I have done helping my mom clining the house also I help my mom clean the kichen. And helped my mom put the tree. Love, Gustavo Pantoja I been good this year. I be nice to my mom this year. Are you real santa claus. You are the best. I want a X.Box that is blue and a red gartar. Love, Jonathan Marquez

I have been good this year. I was good this year because I help my mom with the huos. I pick up my room. I want a new tablet. I want a dress. Love, Maria I have been good this year i help my mom with the dithis. And i help her to clin her room because he clins my room to. i want for christmas is a dog a girl. And orbez all of ordez. And a elsa doll. And a tompol-ing. Love, Paris Martinez I help my mom with the dishes. I help my mom pickup the husous. I want obez and the new ever after hige. I want the dater of cendrella and a new tablet! I Elsa and Ana! I want shows. Love, Isabella I save a animal and I save a babychick, dog, squirrl and I am nice to my dad and I am nice to my brother, and my family, and animal and I clean and I help. Santa can I as you a questions what is your age. I want in christmas a xbox 1 and I want four games. See you later, Jairo Figueroa I take careee my dog of give food water. I want a ever after High Doll. I want bike and a olaf. I also want a blaket of Elsa and a Sofl a and a new shirt of Elsa. Can I have a new Barbie Doll? Love, Layla I helped my baby caicen when he was sike. For chris-mis I would like an elechic skuter that is pink for chris-mis. I aso would like some genze for school. And I aso would like an Elsa shirt that is baby blue. I aso would like some nail polish. I aso would like a pair of bots. And I aso would like some new shows. Love, Ariana Becerra I toke care of my baby co-

sin on Holloween. For Chris-mas I want a elechic skuter that is pink. I also want a football. And I want a drum. I also want a frozen shirt that is blue and geuze. I also want a sweter with a mustashe on the side. Your Friend, Hilda Robles

Nancy Fehst’s class I will help pepole that need things for there self. to help them Der Santa I LOVE Cris-mis and I LOVE Santa. Santa is the best. I wont to be on the good list. Santa. I am sore uv all the thigs I did I dint men that I am sore uv the things I did. Can I ples have a new wii fore craismes and I will put up my craismes tree and I will wish for stuf fore othr pepol and can I ples have sopr mode-ow three De world I wish for a moreyow tow fore my angol I LOVE my famile sowe much and I LOVE Crismis. Mia Sanchez I will be helpful. I will be kind to others. I will be a good girl. It is good to be good. Oh wait Santa I love you santa. I will be good forever. I will try to be good. I will be good. Love, Mercedes I want to be good I want to be lven in scool. I want to be good I want to be helpful. I want to be good in scool. I want to be good I want to be nice in class. I want to be good I want to be rede in class. I want to be good I want to be nice to Ms Fehst in class. Zariel I had a good day and I wish you a good day! I had successfuly pasted fi rst grade and kindergarden. I had good grade’s and friend’s. I had a great life, I had a fun life, too!

Burnett Elementary 2nd-graders write letters to Santa ClausToday I want to help people not get cancer or sickness when I grow up I’m going to be a docter when I grow up. I am greatful for every body on earth I help friend, family and animals, too. I love helping others. Love, Trish Thuy Nguyen I want to hellp pepol that have no eraser. I want to help pepol that have canser. I want to hellp pepol that have no schools. Emilee Kay Frank I will be nice to my fam-ley and sike pepole and help evreyone in the word. and P.S. Mery Crismes Santa Claos. And help my moma, dad and sistrs and we will put up are Creneis tree and ordimis and I am sare all the thangs I done. I wunt a Xbox 1 and a t.v.e fore Lily and a borbes hows and borbes and a murmad tell. Isabella Guerara This Crismas I want it to be specil becoas I to help my family and I want just two thigs for Crismas fi rst I want to help my family be better. Santa I know your realy busy making toys and the second thing I want for Crismas is an Xbox 360. Javier I want to help pepole so I can be nise. and pepole that or sick. and that or my navre so I can hlep pepole. Like my mom and dad. So my mom and dad wot get sick. and I gri to not get sick so I can hlep my mom and dad deckrat the crems treer with me. Sophia I will do all the chores my parints give me evry day I will be a good gril for my parints. I will Love evry one in my fam-ily. I will be nice to evryone in my class. I wish that my fam-ily has a grat Chismas. I my

frends have a grat Chrismas and a happy new year. Kirsten Duong I hope you have a grat day on Cricmis niegt. You have a grat Day gefng prents to pepol. I wich that it can snow in texis. I like snow. I know the snow is cold. I like you Santa so mush that I colde toth the sky! Love, Jennifer I want to help peplo have a great day at Crhismes and giving kids presets. I hope that I git a iphon and a micaphon. have a great day at Crismis. I love you Santa give kids presints. I want to be on the good lest because i am good you will see when it is Chris-mes. Put my presints onder the tree. I wish it can snow in texes. I know it is cold in snow but i like snow. I love you San-ta! I will give you coces and sota. Vanessa Lexi Rosalez This is what I want a xbox one,plants v.s zombes, star wars legos, a nerf gun toys, Ipod, tableit. I’m gonna help people is it gona be hard. Love, Julian Rodriguez

Lekisha Jones’ class How are you santa are the elfs good this yaer if they are I will be so happy and are the rainder good this year to if they are I will pet them all and I won’t forget rudolph and he will be happy to. My brother was so happy last yaer that he liked his toys so mush he play with them every day and I did the same thing I did to and please breing lost of toys for me and my brother and me. This yaer I am going to be so nice this yaer. And I won’t lost of toys like and xbox 1, camepoter, Ipod and I will be so happ on Chremas eve thats

when we open presens and we wish you a mery chemas eve santa. Yours truly, Joslyn My name is Cierra. Can you give my brother Pockemon cads so he can stop telling my mom to bye a pack of a 10$ Pockemon cards and a 20$ pack of Pockemon cards and also can you give me a DSI and also can you give my other brother football cads and he want Texans cards and also can you give me a new bike and I am sometimes being good and sometime bad but please put me on the good lest and my Granma said will take me to the nouth Pole but she did not do it because she has a brockin leg. Love, Cierra Can you giv me a hot tub because I have ben good. I rily wont the hot tub that I wont. So I can play with my family it well be fun. don’t forget that hot tub. Biye Sant I will talk to you next crismos. biy. See you next time. From, Jeremiah How are you? Can you bring me a sew cool mishine? Can you bring me a Doc Mc-Sufi ns set with a doll and all the tools? Can you get me a Doc McStufi ns doll house. You are sooo nice. I wish I can see you. Are you going to get me a secarat Jornal diary. I hope you can get me all that staff! By I hope that I see you again. By By. Yours Truly, Tamryn How are you? I’m good can I have shoes and barbes and barbe close. How are the elfs? Can I have a hello kit-ty toy with diffrent colered markers. Love, Ally All I want for chrismes is a bike with socer balls and the backround purple. Anyway how is Rudolph and tell elfs to tell Rudolph to get along with the other raindeers. Sincerely, Emily Have I ben good? If I have I want PBNJ Kd25 all collrs of sand. And a Chapter book. So tell me how is Rudolph are the other randers? Are theystill mean? Am I on the good list? PS Send me a text if I am on the good list. Love Chloe I have been very good but me and my brother have been fi hgting but now we get alowng. Me and my brother hope that us a lot of presents. I want a noul jare of Orbez and my brother wants some Le-go’s. I hope you get are note that is undur are Chrismas tree we are gowing to leav you some cookies on are tabel. You are the best. My brother is not at my school but you make me happy. Love, Jazmin For Cramas I want a dal-las cowboy hat and a football helmet. In shcool I never got a condet mark ollye good grads. and a pez brant poster with Tony Romo. I hope rudolph is not sick. Santa come to town rhirt now plese. And a hoton domno jusy to. Love, Carlos Can I tell you some stofe I want. I want Fang Dire truck and Bush epick Dragin Batle and aultra sonic rader, Rattler copter Fang Dire Walking Ball and thats all. Love, Amir I have been good all year. How are you and Rodolfh? I want some purple convers, wrestlers, and legos. Also I want a PS4, or 2 DS. Tell Rodolfh to be good and bye. From, Angel How are you? How is ru-dolph? Because I am really

icksided for Chrismiss. If you did’t get my Chrismiss list her are a few things. I want a phone a dog plese make it a boy and a bluehusky. I also want a gakit a Iphonen, Chris-miss hat a hat. I also want head bans, 3 Chrismiss books abot you and redolph. I think that is all on my my Chrismiss list. I love you. Mary Chris-miss. Love, Riley How are you? I have been trying to be good. How is Ru-dolph? I would like to have a white kitten please. Which list am on. bad or good? I woul also like “The *++ Teacher From The Black Lagoon.” Your friend, Stephen Santa you’re nice and I like you and you dalerver presents to the good boyes and grils but my ucle does not dalev you becus he gets small presents and he sleeps in front of a tree. He is like the grinch and I belev you my uncle does not have the secret of Cresmas. From, Isaac How have you ben? How has Rudolph ben. Is he being good. Santa I’m gona tell you what I want for Chrismas. I want a new dog and some new jordans and and a coton can-dy mosheen. Santa I got you a presint to some cookes with milk. Love, Skye Hi How is life? Good that cool if not cool because God is are side. How do you like the North Pole ok I want a XBox 1, KindFire and 10 Di-reitcookhen, and Ninja Lego sets. Can I plese have a iSpy toy. Love, Moses

Shannon Roberts’ class Can I please get the Ipad air 2? and may I have a goat-cart? and my mom would nev-er give me the iphone6 so can I pretty please with sugan on top have the iphone6? Can I pretty please have a moat con-troll car? and one thing I real-ly whant is 100$ dolars? Can I please have video games for my xbox and can I have the call of duty10? Your friend, Jayden For Chamas I wan’t a PSP and Shopkins 2 Paks. 5 Paks 12 Paks and 20 Paks. and blind bags and Bilda Bare. Amarakin Girl and mony and a pensol sharpanr. Shos books and a computer. Sincerely, Ava I wont a new talblet for Cresmes and a new bike and it’s pink. I was so good this year. And I hop that you give me alot of pesnst’s. Love, Margarita I rielly won’t a candal fi re and a x box 60 and a play sta-chon 6. then a Gun saet with toy bulets. Love, Braedon I want the hole barbey set. And a computer. Can I have Babby toys for my Babby sister. Candy for my cocn and a Dog for my teachers. and all the anmals for my fam-ley frend. A Ipad forom my mom and dad. A siyens thins for me and my sister and my broder and my other broter. Your frend, Dorothy I want a IPAD and I want a toy robot. I wish that my family have a lot of money so my family have lots of food. I wish I could have a comput-er for me and my dad. I wish that my baby brother can talk. Love, your friend, Vance Le I want to you beg me a Xbo one. den i want a Sakbrd. San-ta i will like it you beg me lot of games. I want you to be my

faimes a lot of car. Santa you culd beg me got car. Can you beg as me my on xbo theer six zoro. Love, Savion I want a little doll that is a kid. I love to have a doll house. I want a little boy and a big boy that is a doll. I also want a my little pony. I want rainbow dash. I like toy because I love playing with toy. Can I have a toy shop? Sincerely, Lena Hoang Santa I will like a backing uvin of Lalloopse. Santa I will like a forozen DS case. Santa I will like a Scat bord to. Santo I will like a Pupy. Santa I will like a cunter to. that will be asume. Santa I will like a 100 Dollor bill. I won’t a book. I love you Santa Clous. Love, Miranda I wan’t an xbox one with every thing with it. I wan’t bassball hats and football hats to. I wan’t 5 inde bassball cards and football to. I wan’t a gowcase. I wan’t the new ipod with ear fons. I won’t new jor-dans. I won’t a play grownd for my brother. Sincerely, Alex B. I want a candle fi re HD. I want a Xbox1. I want a Xbox 360. I want a PS4. I want a PS3. I want a PS2. I want a PS1. Love, Ronin Can you get me a remot control car for Chrismis? Santa can you get me 30 hot-wheels for Chrismis? Santa can you get me a 3D game for my 3DS? Santa can you get me a big romot control boat? Santa can you get me the Ip-hone 6 for Chrismis? Santa can you get me a big tablet? Santa can you get me the DS2? Santa can you get me a big water bed? Love, Alex S. I want a tablet for Crismis. And I wont a new bike and its pink. I wont it to be a Prinsess. And I am going to have a grat time. Love, Antoneece What I would like from you are a lot of stuff. So now we will start. I would like Anna cause I have Elsa already. I would like friend lego’s and a big lego friend shop, house, a lot more from lego friend’s. A lot of other thing’s are ever after high doll’s cloth’s barbie doll’s a lot of littest pet shop, sweat-er’s, my little pony, a lot of shirt’s, my own diary book for my secret’s, rainbow loom box, stuff animal’s, shopkin’s, a lot of girl lego’s, smelly marker’s, any wacth to fi t my rist but a girl wacth, pretty necklaces, 100 dollar bill, hello kitty stuff and a lot more. Thank you Santa. Love, Syndey Rodriguez Here are some things that I want for Cristmas. I would like a kid motercicle. So whene I go around the block with my cosins I will be back at my grandma’s house be-fore them. I would around want some of toy’s for Cist-mas to. I would like an Orby Spa so that whene I get home frome school and my feet hurt I would put my feet in the Orby Spa. I would also like a new pair of sneakers so I can waer then to school one day. Sincererely, Ulani I want to have a computer. I want to have a easybake. I want to have a makeup cet. I want to have a gocart. I want to have a bike. Love, Ariana

Marisol Vazquez’ class I wont a Xbox 360 and I want the games that my broth-

er has. I wont a Scotd. And I wont a Smart TV for me and my sister and my mom for we cud woach TV. And I wont a pfoty dog that small. And I wont a frozen toyes. and I wont a Ipad for my brother. And I wont Minecraft toyes and the bookes. And I wont a big carpet. And I wont a ck-umpodr. And I wont puzose. And I wont a chaf. And I wont a pelo. And I wont a lot of stufes. And I want a colering notbook. Love, Araceli Rodriguez Pizano I holp I was good today. And I holp I get toys. I wanted a wwe ring for my resilers. I want andgry birds go cars. I want the red, yellow, blue, and the pig. I want the big long red nerf gut and won pink blab-layd. Sincerely, Fabian Martinez I want I snowman name Olaf, Elsa, Anna, Steve and Kristoff. I want a baby rain-tey and a puppy. I want tabli. Love, Evelyn I am sory for my bhevr I was cufesu But I wat the ce-leche euv diry wipycih and the dol teuls supr smasmshbus and cod Dody. Signarely, Jesse Trujillo I want a doll of monster high. Her name is Gigi. She is a Gini. She is the oley want her I have all the dolls and I want a monster high case for my Ipad and I want that my little brother to get a lot of precents like buy him a meaky mouse movei he diserv it and I knkow that he hits me but he is little and he doesen’t know what he is doing and I want a clock and a wach of monster high and I want a movie of monster high this is how its called fright, Camera, Action and another movie of monster high this is how its called freaky fushon and I will bake a lot of cook-ies for you and I want everone to have wonderful Christmas. Sincrely, Ashley Divine Toledo I want mecoup and I begev and sclool and I want a popie or not reo and a toy. Or mor-sotor hayo and Frozen tose and a toyo and hoso of Barbie. Love, Tanya I did good I want toys of Frozen Blakitof it and the movie of Book of Life and the toys I like of the game of Just-dace. I like it and I want the toy of Ana. and the Blaclit I want teedy Bare too and the Elsa Shoes. and the queen costom. I wish it’s snowns. Whow do you make Olaf I like to Snow and I want and a raindear too a baby. And I want backpack. Love, Damanis Ortiz I wish I was you becase I want to sall perisens to every-one and I want to see rudeedof the nose old rader and I want to see the elfs work hard and I wold help to if I was with you and wold have a gerate day and I want to see the nutcerak-er. Love you, Raul I think that I be hard in school I think i dey zrru toys I wud like the dolls of frozen and I wan the move Doghin tale 2 and a calsol of frozen and a mremind tale and a little car and a fack Hocky toys and a lesh and a Baby lips and a pupuy. But real life. Sincere-ly, America Rocha I want Xbox one and ol them the goose bumps Books and the Books of Niji Thro Books. My frind, Esai Macias

Winter Nights Community

Night at MooreWinter Nights was the theme of Moore Elementa-ry’s Community Night in December. Students and parents came out to make holiday crafts, listen to wintery bedtime stories, dance and sing along to the Frozen characters, and eat small treats.

Photos submitted

Axel Garza and his mother, Sara Garza.

Krew Vuong, Morgan Carmona (mother), and Jaelynn Vuong. Linda Moreno and her mother, Rosa Moreno.

Dobie students attend

Wreaths Across America

Dobie High School hospitality students were so moved by last year’s event, the Air Force JROTC and National Honor Society members decided to attend this year. The turnout was amazing – 50 students showed up. The DoubleTree is a sponsor of the event, and partnered with Dobie once again this year.

At left, left to right, Cadet 2nd Lt. Bailey Rodriguez, Charlie Flight deputy commander, and Cadet 2nd Lt. Luis Coreas, Awareness Pre-sentation Team commander, salute the fallen soldiers.

Photos submitted by Amber Allan

Left to right are Cadet Maj. Jimmy Vargas, vice group commander; Cadet Lt. Col. Luke McDonald, group commander; and Cadet Capt. Haley Schott, executive offi cer.

Cadet 2nd Lt. Marques Forde, administration of-fi cer, salutes.

Doctor tells how to beat the odds

Five tips for New Year’s resolutions in 2015 For those who will make a promise to improve them-selves this New Year, there’s bad news: They’re 92 per-cent likely to fail in sticking to their resolutions, says a recent study from the Uni-versity of Scranton’s Journal of Clinical Psychology. About 45 percent of Americans make resolu-tions. Ranking at the top is losing weight, and staying fit and healthy ranks No. 5. “Of course, those statis-tics represent the average – one doesn’t have to be aver-age!” says Dr. Virender Sodhi, founder of the Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Medical Clinic, (ayurvedic-science.com), which pro-vides complementary and alternative medicine. “There are plenty of things individuals can do to improve their odds of suc-cess if they resolve to

become healthier and fitter.” Sodhi, author of the new guide, Ayurvedic Herbs: The Comprehensive Resource for Ayurvedic Healing Solutions, (www.ayush.com) believes people can move much closer to a world of disease-free societies by following the laws of Mother Nature. Individual commitment to health via New Year’s resolutions is one path to take them there. Sodhi offers five tips for staying true to goals. • Get away from the instant-gratification mental-ity and avoid unrealistic goals. Don’t expect to go from zero to 60 – 60 being an ideal body image – in just a few months, especially if there is little background in training. Unfortunately, most who have resolutions like losing plenty of weight and quit-

ting smoking are used to easy snack foods and quick rewards. Health is a long-term labor of love; commit to the love and wait for results. • Establish good habits! People make resolutions because they know they’re important, but they’re hard. With each passing week, more people drop their promises for self-improve-ment. Set the right goals; to lose 100 pounds, focus on the first 10, and then the next. Make sure to establish new and good habits – it takes about 28 days to stick. Once the mind is trained with good habits, achieving goals becomes much easier. • What to expect from the “labor of love.” Frequency, intensity and time – these are the three investments needed for los-ing weight or gaining mus-

cle. As a general rule, exer-cise at least 30 minutes three to four times a week. Make sure to start with the appro-priate intensity for one’s health; too little intensity and there will be little if any results, but too much and one will be prone to quit. Don’t think that it’s always better to exercise for a lon-ger duration. What matters is quality. Increase time and intensity once goals are met. • Solidify the gains with persistent positive rein-forcement. Learn to reward oneself in a new way by paying attention to the gains in the body. Notice the improvement in stress lev-els, breathing, energy, sex life, mood and overall strength. While these im- provements are wide-rang-ing and palpable, they increase over time and can be subtle. Don’t let these

improvements occur with-out a personal recognition of accomplishments. • Embrace supplemental support. Of course, all health efforts are connected to overall well-being. When one makes the investment to eat more vegetables, he or she reinforces a commit-ment to exercise. Consider practices such as yoga and meditation, which will feed health kick and provide unexpected benefits. Addi-tionally, supplements such as kelp, green tea extract, Commiphora mukul (Guggul) and Bauhinia variegata (Kachnar) can yield even more health benefits. And spices such as garlic, onion, black pepper, ginger, cinna-mon, long pepper, and cay-enne pepper all have import-ant thermogenic properties, which stimulates metabo-lism.

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35 years ago ( 1979) Sixty-three Dobie High School band students won places on the District Band in competition held at Ga-lena Park High School. The Sagemeadow home of the Jed Assed family, in the 9800 block of Sagea-spen, won best religious honors in both the Sage-meadow Civic Club and the McCarver Realtors Christmas decorating con-tests.

30 years ago (1984) South Belt Leader co-publisher Marie Flick-inger was selected as one of 15 members on the city’s Ellington Field Mas-ter Plan Study Advisory Committee. Directors of Munici-pal Utility District 13 rec-ommended reducing the district’s tax rate from 65 cents per $100 valuation to 62 cents per $100.

25 years ago (1989) Members of the Brio Task Force and its remedi-ation contractors received a notice of violation from the Texas Air Control Board and were still facing possi-ble fi nes.

10 years ago (2004) Construction of a 300-student expansion of Weber Elementary was approved by CCISD allow-ing two new six-classroom wings to be added onto the school. Longtime South Belt resident and former Bev-erly Hills principal Tommy Baccaro was honored by having the campus library at Bondy Intermediate named for him. Baccaro was Bondy’s fi rst principal. For the second time in three years, both PISD and CCISD applied for waivers to begin classes earlier than the state-mandated start date.

5 years ago (2009) The South Belt-Elling-ton Leader wrapped up its 27th annual Christmas pro-gram to collect food and gifts for needy families in the community. A record number of 60 families ap-plied for assistance in the drive – roughly twice the number of applicants as in previous years.

1 year ago (2013) While ongoing con-struction work to replace

Frank Medeiros’ Dis-ney theme creation won most original in the South Belt-Ellington Chamber of Commerce’s annual Christmas decorating con-test.

20 years ago (1994) Maureen Wakeland took over the job of southeast Harris County area engi-neer for the Texas Depart-ment of Transportation when Charlie Frey retired from the position. The AppleTree grocery store on Scarsdale closed for business on a Tuesday evening and reopened the next Friday morning as a Gerland’s. The Gerland’s on Hughes Road closed that Thursday night.

15 years ago (1999) America’s Royalty: All the President’s Children, a book co-authored by San Jacinto College South his-tory professor Dr. Sanford Kanter, was published in Chinese. It appeared in bookstores in China. J.T.B. Services, owned and operated by the Jim Bulgier family of South Belt, imploded the Bucca-neer Hotel in Galveston.

Over The Back Fence by Alexis

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, ELAINE Elaine Edwards, wife of former Leader staffer Bill Edwards, celebrates her birthday Friday, Dec. 26. Best wishes for a wonderful birthday from her family and the Leader staff.

BIRTHDAY WISHES TO BETH Wishes for a great celebration on Jan. 3 are sent to Beth Williams of Central Ace Hardware from her family, friends and the staff at the South Belt Leader.

BILL CELEBRATES A BIRTHDAY Best wishes to Bill King who celebrates a birthday Dec. 29, from friends and the Leader staff.

HAVE A WONDERFUL DAY, BO Jan. 7 is a good day for a party as James Bo Bolen celebrates another year. Best wish-es are sent from his famiy, friends and fellow staff members at the Leader.

SCHOOL DAZE The following personnel and staff members of the Pasadena Independent School District celebrate birthdays Dec. 25 through Jan. 7.

Atkinson Elementary Blow out the birthday candles for Shaundelynn Bright Dec. 29. Greetings for a happy birthday are sent to Terry Salazar Jan. 3.

Burnett Elementary A birthday greeting is sent to Shannon Roberts Dec. 28. Marking a birthday Dec. 29 is Jessica Leon. Light the birthday candles for Chari Pennington Dec. 31. Starting off the new year right is Jenny Gonzales with a birthday Jan. 1. Light the birthday candles Jan. 4 for Maria Nunez. Birthday greetings are sent to Carlota Ramirez Jan. 6.

Bush Elementary Wishes for a happy birthday are sent to Susana Escobar Dec. 27. The day for a party for Jessica Wedgeworth is Dec. 30.

Frazier Elementary Greetings for a wonderful birthday are sent to Katie Belus Dec. 26. Angie Speck celebrates a birthday on Dec. 30. Enjoying a birthday Jan. 5 is Asna Ali.

Meador Elementary The day for a celebration for Sarah Flores is Dec. 26. Sharing a birthday in the new year Jan. 6 are Layna Hamon and Cheryl Caudill.

Moore Elementary Brittany Greuter enjoys a birthday Dec. 28.

South Belt Elementary Dec. 26 is the day for a birthday celebration for Amy Batson. Starting off the new year right is Marcy Pittman with a birthday Jan. 1. Estella Montoya-Riley enjoys a day of cele-bration Jan. 4.

Stuchbery Elementary Dec. 30 is the day for a party for Cheryl Mendoza. Birthday greetings are sent to Royinn Stewart Jan. 4. Light the birthday candles Jan. 6 for Victor Clorio.

Melillo Middle School Ericka Vega is wished a happy birthday Dec. 25. Dec. 27 is the day for birthday greet-ings for Alyssa Alvarez. Jill Sharma marks a birthday Dec. 29.

Beverly Hills Intermediate Dionna Lopez celebrates a birthday Christmas Day, Dec. 25. Blow out the birthday candles for Dawn Malone Dec. 27. Kenny Davidson celebrates a birthday Dec. 29. Light the birthday candles Jan. 3 for Diane Hallman. Sharing a birthday Jan. 6 are Angel Hernandez and Debra Murray.

Thompson Intermediate Special birthday wishes are sent to Betty Minter Dec. 29. Starting off the new year with a birthday celebration on Jan. 1 is Tiona Samuel. The day for a birthday cake for Caroline Aguilera is Jan. 4.

Dobie High Light the birthday candles on a double-layer cake for Donna Cobb and Martha Medrano Dec. 26. Gena Rhodes celebrates a birthday Dec. 27. On Dec. 29, a birthday greeting is sent to Andrea Morgan. Sing a happy birthday song to Kelli Gartman Dec. 30. Celebrating the new year and a birthday on Jan. 1 is Barry Harris. Birthday wishes are sent to Jane Damico and Tess Tobin Jan. 3. Light the candles on a triple-layer cake for Sylvia Alexander, Kyle Ediger and Etta Johnson Jan. 4. Light the birthday candles Jan. 6 for Janette Norton.

FACEBOOK FRIENDS CELEBRATE BIRTHDAYS

The Leader sends happy birthday wishes

to its Facebook friends who celebrate a birth-day this week: Thursday, Dec. 25: Yvonne Acosta, Claudia Cardenas, Jillena Mata, Jose Garza, Abby Skowron, Johnna Overstreet-Pierce and Anita Griego; Friday, Dec. 26: Cindi Williams, David Parker, Dave Huston, Travis Sattiewhite, Pam Moore, Katie Belus and Sam Ditta; Saturday, Dec. 27: Rhonda Valdez, Jen Mintz, Ricky Stacey, Julia Argo, Laurel Chicas, Arthur Medina, Donna Shaw-McCullough and Stacey Donohue; Sunday, Dec. 28: Mandy Philmon; Monday, Dec. 29: Lory Adams Taylor, Joe Gutierrez and Debra Blake; Tuesday, Dec. 30: Heather Deming, David Garza, Gloria Garcia, Salvador Flores, Scott Romeo, Brenda Keener and Arcilia Maturey; Wednesday, Dec. 31: Laneil Vawter, Dameon Smith, Kelley Hammond, Karen Edwards, Cecily Carriere and Pamela Collins; Thursday, Jan. 1: Michael McCollom, Charlotte Christian, Elaine Bischof, Marl Wills, Kelly Robinson, David Tucker, Richard Lopez, Eleonora Stoves, Justin McAurther, Sandra Matula and Crystal Ford; Friday, Jan. 2: Jay Forrest, Amanda Baldwin, Bryan Gomez, Mary Winters, Kelly Edwards and Meagan Novak; Saturday, Jan. 3: Tony Montenegro III, Deb Rainbolt-Young, Terri Salazar, Roland Moreno and Flor Elizalde; Sunday, Jan. 4: Gerry Cole, Lan Curtis, Crystal Roberts and Jason Thompson; Monday, Jan. 5: John Carnes, Jessica Fernandez, Jamie Troxlar, Natalie McCoy, John Jenkins and Jovon Lartigue-Davis; Tuesday, Jan. 6: Bonnie Ferguson, Jeremy McMillan, Myranda Davis, Edwin Clark, Scott Parchmont and Seth Marshall; and Wednesday, Jan. 7: Michael Lake, Kathi Kemp, Sherry Crawford, Meagan McMurry, Jessica Sellers, Bob Townley, Larry Shewell, Jason Cox, Brian Gallagher and Diane Gonzalez.

LEADER WANTS YOU IN THE NEWS Email birthday, anniversary, vacation, congratulations, etc., to mynews@southbeltleader.com with OTBF in the subject line. Items must be submitted by Friday noon for the next week’s publication.

Remember Whenwater lines in the city of Houston limits was aimed at improving area condi-tions, it caused headaches for many residents who complained about prob-lems ranging from dirty streets to property damage. Multiple Sagemont resi-dents complained to the Leader about construction crews taking months to complete work and leaving the subdivision in a state of disarray. The Dallas Morning News nominated former Dobie High School student Chris Connealy for its Tex-an of the Year, an honor re-served for those who have “had uncommon impact – either positive or negative – over the past year.” He was nominated for his work as Texas fi re marshal. The Clear Brook City Municipal Utility District had contacted the Leader to warn readers of a po-tential scam that involved changing power providers of area residents withouty their knowledge. Residents who had encountered such a scam were urged to con-tact authorities.

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The following are Santa Letters from Meador Ele-mentary School:

Cheryl Richards’ class You are really jolly and nice. I will thank you for my presents and some kids at school don’t believe in you. “So those kids believe in Santa because Santa is real.” I love you Santa. Believe, Believe, Believe, it’s fun to Believe. Your friend, Lena S. I want for Christmas is a SpongeBob movie 2 and agent clouse and eploraiton lite and minecraft pe and I want M2. My cousin have a M2 and thang you for the Big sack of toys. Please help the homeless and we’r moveing to are new home because we have sety: M house we live in it 12 years. From, Isreal For Chrismas I want skip it and a Lallallalopsy Doll. And I want a Hello Kitty ted-dy bear and a book called Elf on a Shelf. I want a elf doll and I want a light up note-book. And I want a elf hat and a cotton candy maker that lights up. And I want a Santa Claus teddy bear and I want a light up ball. Love, Bella H. Hello my name is Betha-ny. I am 8 years old. I been good because I help my mom with my sister. I wanted to tell you that I want a puppy boy to play with him. Here is a picture here for you to see. Thank you for all the presents you give me! Can you say hi to the raindeers and elfs and Rudolph. Your friend, Bethany

For Christmas I want a Bike, scooter, and some dolls. Thank you. Your friend, Zariah I want an Ipad, perfume, a playdoh set, mermaid tail, and a pair of Jordan shoes for Christmas. I think I deserve to get some of the things I wished for because I am try-ing my best in school and I have been good to my mother and father and also my sisters and brother. Sincerely, Brizeida G.

Chantay Hill’s class I am excited about Christ-mas. I already have presents under my tree. I’ve been good and I hope you come to my house and if you do, this is what I want a Nabie. Your friend, Alani I’m so excited about Christmas because I’ve been very good. So, I should see presents under the Christmas tree on Christmas Day. But I’m not pretty sure so about my behavior. Your Friend, Patience I am so excited because your coming to town. I like your hat. I want a Beanie Boos the Beanie Boos. I want a lion and seal and a dog. I have an A+ in class. I do good in school and it is fun in school. I like Christmas. I hope that you like the letter. Your friend, Abigail I am so happy that it is al-most Christmas. I am going to donate some of my dolls and bears to some of the kids who can’t afford to buy them. I love Christmas because it is winter and get alot of gifts. I hope I get alot of gifts and on

the nice list. For Christmas I want a American Girl Doll and a baby poodle. Love, Kendra I’m really happy that it’s almost Christmas time. I love you a lot. I’ve been listening to my teacher and following directions. What I really want is a Ever After High Chap-ter Book and an Elsa Disney Doll. I really hope you go to my house. Thanks a lot. Your friend, Kristi

Meador Elementary School second-graders write Santa letters I’m very excited about Christmas and I bet you are excited too. Because you are a famous man. Do you read letters? What do you want for christmas? I have did my chores every day. The only two presents I want are real tools and real robot body parts. If you like children’s letters please please puppy please like mine. Your friend, Jordan

Claudia Denoon’s class

I am so excited that Christmas is almost here. I would really like a helicopter with remote for Christmas. Your friend, Omar Hope you and the elves are enjoying the snow in the North Pole. This Christmas I would like a bike and helmet. Your friend, Abril I am so excited that Christmas is almost here. I would really like a iPad tablet for Christmas. Love,

Brenda I hope you enjoyed the cookies and milk I left for you. This Christmas I would like a bike. Love, Debani Hope you and the elves are enjoying the snow in the North Pole. This Christmas I would like a doll princess. Love, Ileen I hope you enjoyed the cook and milk I left for you. This Christmas I would really like an Ipad. Love, Ashley

I am so excited that Christmas is almost here. I would really like a tablet for Christmas. Love, Uriel I have been really good at home and school this year. For Christmas I would real-ly like and Xbox 360 Halo Reach game. Love, Joshua I have been really good at school this year. For Christ-mas I would really like a helicopter with remote. Your friend, Mia

I hope enjoy the cookies and milk I left for you. This Christmas I would really like a ipad mini. Your friend, Diego I am so excited that Christ-mas almost here. I would re-ally like a doll for Christmas. Love, Nathaly I have been really good at home and school tis year. For Christmas I would really like an iPad. Love, Jessica Hope you and the elves

are enjoying the snow in the North Pole. This Christmas I would like a doll. Love, Karol I have been really good at home and school this year. For Christmas I would really like a guitar. Your friend, Roel Hope you and the elves are enjoying the snow in the North Pole. This Christmas I would like a nintendo 3DS game. Your friend, Christopher

South Belt Elementary 2nd-graders write letters to Santa The following are Santa Letters from South Belt Ele-mentary School:

Linda Moreno’s class My name is Lorena Ad-ams. I am 7 year old. I love that you give me lots of pres-nets. This year I would like an ipad, compter, math sheet. I can’t to wait to take a picture with you. Love, sweet Lorena Adams My name is Jonathan Al-exander. I am 8 years old. I love that you give such good gifts. This year I would like Skylanders trap team for the tablet. The rest I would like to be a suprise. Love, Jonathan Alexander My name is Aundrea Amescua. I am 9 years old, I like the gifts you give me. I would like ever after high dolls. My 2nd thing I want is collase. My 3rd thing is books. I can’t wait for you to see my decorations. Love, Aundrea Amescua

My name is Stephanie Bui. I am 8 years old. I really liked the email you gave to me in fi rst grade. This year I would like the rainbow kingdom play set, the four colored pen, and can you give my sister, Hannah Bui a rocking horse please? I can’t wait to see you. Love, Stephanie Bui My name is Sandra Cano. I am 8 years old. I always like the gifts you give me every year. This year I would like a play stachun, a dog a gamet-taloo 5, a Mine craft game, a doll home, I can’t wait to see you. Love, Sandra Cano My name is Chase Cham-Bers. I am 7 years old. I al-way like the gifts you give me every year. This year I would like halo guys and I whan’t a knife. I can’t wait to see you! Love, Chase Chambers My name is Avacosse`. I am 7 years old. I always like it when you eat the cookies evry year. This year I would like

a American Girl doll clothes and for me I want a peano. I love you Santa because you are the best. Most people don’t think you are rela but I know that you are rela. I love you. Love, Avacossé My name is Jacob Lam. I am 6 years old. I always like to bake you cookies every year. This year I would like the game far cry 4, hard drive for XBox 360. I can’t wait for Christmas to come! Love, Jacob Lam My name is Devaski. My last name is Lane. I am 7 years old. I always like the gifts you gave me every year. I would like a game called saints row 4. I would also like the saints row 2. And I would want saints row 1. I can’t wait to see you! Love, Devaski Lane My name is Keyavieah Lewis. I am 7 in a hafe years old. I always like the giffts you give me every year. This

year I would like a ipod 6 and a tadolit with both corlers and a 10,00000000000000. I can’t wait to see you! Love, Keyavieah Lewis My name is Tatiana Luna. I am 7 years old. I love the girfts you give me. This year I would like a charmbralette. I am going to give you milk and cookies! Love Tatiana Luna My name is Natalie Mar-tinez. I am 7 years old. I am happy because it is almost Christmas. This year I would lik a sowing mushing, Dog stuff, cookie dowe. I can’t wait to see a photo of you. Love, Natalie Martinez My name is Melanie Mire-les. I am 7 years old. I always like the gifts you give evey year. I wold like to have esy bake and dolls. I can’t want to see you and I will leve you cookies and milk. Love, Melanie Mireles My name is Narayah Mor-ris. I am 7 years old. What I want for Christmas is A Bar-bie Dream house, Amicin Doll, and Drums. I relliy hope I see you on Christmas. I will set out cookies for you. Love, Narayah Morris My name is Josiah Pena. I am 7 years old. I always like your gifts that you bring me. Their always so cool. This year I would like an X box one, some new Air Jordans and some cloths. I can’t wait to see you this year! Love, Josiah Pena My name is Julianne. I am seven year old. I alway like the gifts you give me every year. This year I would like a Holle Kitte moive and a Bar-bie toy and a Barbie moive! I love Christmas! Love Julianne Pham My name is Madison Pu-ente. I’m 7 years old. I like your raindeer. I have one question. How do you make them fl y? My favorite randeer is Roodahf and I allso I like your red suit. For Christmas I would like an Amaracan girl doll, a crayola crayon mix-er and thats it. Remember I will leave you some milk and cookies on the table. Love, Madison Puente My name is Lilli Ramirez. I am 7 years old. I always like My elf. He is good. This year I would like a American girl and a puppy. pleas Santa I hope you come and bring my Christmas stuff that I whant pleas. ps. I will give you a snack. Love, Lilli Ramirez My name is Justin. I am 7 years old. You are the best! This year I want Skyland-er trap team the Dark Stater Pack, laendrary Jaw Bracker, Bush Wack. I can’t wait until Christmas! Love, Justin My name is Ruby Lee-anne Tabarez. I am 7 Years Old. And I love love love toys. This Year I would like Money! A derman sheperd! A

charm braslet! I can’t wait till you I get that stuff! Love,

Ruby Tabarez My name is Isaiah Vivier. I am 7 years old. I like when you are fl ying in your sled every night. For christmas I whont a tablet, a ps3, and a ntendo. I can’t what to see you next christmas. Love,

Isaiah Vivier My name is Ryan White. I am seven years old. I like your white beard. I would like a toy wrestler and a minecraft book. Love, Ryan White

Kasey Negron’s class I love you so much because you are sweet and nice. I have ben good in school. And what I want is a new American girl doll because my a their one hairs is mess. And a their thing I want is beados because I want to make stuff out of beads. Love, Vashti

I hope you had a great year and I hope you have been work very hard But I now your Happy and I hope you are very Happy. What your God is and I now that you are watching us. I now you verey Happy Happy year and I Bil in you I wish you a great year. I hope you have ben doing good, I want theer thing and the fi rt one woud be money the 2nd woud be teacher stuff the th-eerd thing woud be white bord. Love, Ava Ojeda I hope you have a great year. I have bine good in school. Can I have the Zoom-er dog please. So I can have a pet dog. Can I have the Zoom-er Dino so the Zoomer dog wont be the onle robot, Can I get the 2D DS. So I can play weth my frens. PS Love,

Nathan Pinon I wrily want some toys. I did not get toy’s i like last year. So i want i like this year. I want a miny Laptop. Becuas I get Bord all the time. I want Bedows Becuas if the mi-nylaptop Die’s I will not have any thig to play with. I want Corn yorn to play with. Can I have Amercin Gril Doll pleas. and owl fi t’s. I want books to. I hope you give me this stuff. Love, Madeline Salinas I hope you had a awesome year. I have been working hard to be a good student all this year and for Christmas I will like a DS because I al-ways wished of one so can you please bring me one this year. Love, Ketlia

I hope you been haveing a good yer all I wot is a a Just for fan 2 go set with fi gs with it plese Bceus i dote have one. Love,

Nathaniel Ramirez I hope you have ahd a great year. I have worked very hard to be good all year and a good chiled my hole life. This year I want Kirby triple deluxe for the 3ds. And I want mario kart 8 and super smash bros for the wii u. I want the xbox 360 and mincraft. I also want 41 dollers to buy a game. And

alot of legos. And last I want the saban’s power rangers ac-tion card game. Because my other bord games are boring. And a new suit. I just want one. And some movies. And last I want a puppy! Love, Daniel Arceneaux I hope you have had a great year. I have worked hard to be a good student. This year I want is a elf on the shelf. Bec-uase I know my mom will not get me one. And can you get me a girl one? And I want a american girl doll that look’s just like me, And the last thing I want is a computer. Can you

please get me those three things? Love, Victoria I hope you have a great year. I have worked hard to be good all year and be a good student. This year all I want is a Amarican girl doll four of them. And I want a phone for me. Becuse I don’t have one. And I don’t have a phone becuse everyone in my family has one but I don’t have one. Love, Brianna I love you. I hope you have a great day. I want the new Skylanders Trap Team. I been dreaming for that! Love, EJ

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Continued from Page 4A The following are Santa Let-ters from South Belt Elementa-ry School:

Linda Moreno’s class I hope you have had a great year. I worked hard to be good all year. This year I want 4 things. I want the Essential Handbook from Minecraft. I want one because I did not get it from The Book Fair. I want the pig, cow and wolf from minecraft. I want one because they look very fun to play with. I want the iPhone 6+ and a com-puter. Because I want to call my mom when she is at work, I want a computer because my brother he plays the comput-er when I want to play with it. The last thing I want is 5 books of my Weird School Books. I

want 5 My Weird School Bok because I love to read chapter books. Love, Jabez Palma I hope you had a great year. I studied very hard. I have been a good boy. This year I want a Lego Chima Blazing Bastion Set. Also, I want a Lego Ninja-go Destinys bounty. I also, want a Zoomer Dino and Minecraft Combat Hand Book. Love, Sebastian I hope you had a good year I have you are so nice. I have been a good Brother to my sis-ter. my sister is nice one I am to right. This year I want to be rich so my family can be rich to. And I want a detective kit I want it because I want to be a spy. And one more thing is a science kit because I want to be a science person. Love, Maher

I hope you can make my thing and I hope that you have a good Chrismis and the other kids do to. Can you bring me a exBox 3 sixD and a minecraft game and I want a Call of Duty game and I want a Scilnder game and I want Minecraft toys. Love, Dominic You are the grats Santa I the wold. Oh and how do you get all of the prends for us? Do you have like 1,000 Dollres. Santa you have a Big Sled. and lots of Rainder to. So good luck Santa Ok. Love, Leon I hope you had a good year. I have bin good all year long. So can I please have a new box of Legos cus I only have three peple. and the game sarea and the last thang is mindcrafd toys. Love, Nathan B.

South Belt Elementary second-graders write letters to Santa You are the best hope you had a great year. Ive been areal-ly good girl Ive been helping my mom & dad. This year all I want is a american girl doll set & Is-abelle the girl of the year. I had never had one and they look pret-ty cool. Love, Yazmine I hope you have had a great year. I have worked hard to be good all year and be a good kid. and I want a starry nights and clip-clop sights and I want a red purse. My purse right now is Junky and full a new one. I love you Santa. Celissa Steans I hope I am good but I like you because you are nise thats wiye you gave pepole presents. What I want is a Minecraft book and some Convers black and white and red and a cool book. and a watch and a sweters white and red. because I never got a Minecraft book. and I never got a cook book. and the Convers red black and white its because those are miyye fabret culer and white its because I never got sum. and a watch because I like watchis because they are cool and I want it to be a gron up watck. and a sweeter it be-cause its winter I nid it because its frising cold and I want to be a cool with a coot disine. and its your year you beter be muving.

Julian I hope you had a grate year. I bena good gril today for you I rily want a phone and a Ipad and a camra to and a elsa toy to so I can have some fun and a zom-mer to have fun. Emily Parrish Can I have a Nentendo ds3 and pokemon XY. I know I ben bad sometime. and pokmon black and white. And a mincraft with lucky blocks on my tadblit my tadblit it is blue. and it got my name on the back my name is Brenden. Love, Brenden Miles

Carmen Castelan’s class How are you and Mrs. Claus today? I’v hard that it is very could at the north pole. I have been a very grate kid. I fi x my bed when my mom tells me. I want 9 toy. A yoyo and a Bardei Fashindziener and a little’s pet shop and a Bardei Dream hose and a ipod and a Bardei toy and a frozin Snow Globe and mark-ers and Note Book. Gyzelle How are you at the North Pole. Mrs. Claus she must be busy at home. I have elves on the shef. I have one of your elves. Your elves are nines. I wonte for crismus is a cat and a dog and smlle brer for my little boy we are so good. Love, Jaylyn Lopez I want to know how your elf’s are doing? I bet you and the elf’s are very busy. Is Mrs. Claus helpping you? One day I want to go to the North Pole. And see you and the elf’s. I have been a very helpful kid. I help my mom, dad, grandmas, gradpal. Ther are several things I want a phone, Ipad. Love, Michala How are you and Mrs. Claus doing? Ther are alout of things I want for Chrismes. I want a pogostick for Chrismes. I would sowashsand. And I want a vid-eo game it is cauld gaulf. I also want a eixter modersicle. Santa I have ben a god girl. I have ben clening my room. I have ben strateing my drors. I have ben helping with my baby sister. Love, Khloie How are your ells doing? I tink you are having a wonder-ful wonderful time in the North Pole. Santa I relly relly want the holaday barbe in a Pakig. and I want to know acsty did my gamma go to the North Pole can you tell me Santa if she came to the North Pole pleas tell me you are great and tell me about the ells doing and you are the best presen ever thaink you Santa. Love, Evangeline Adam I hope you are having fun. Because I am. Is Mrs. Claus do-ing okay. I have been a awsom kid. Because I help my family. I help my mom with my new baby brother and I help my brother reach the thing he cant reach. I also helped my grandma put up the Cristmas tree and the litle Cristmas trees to. For Cristmas I want a monster high doll. I re-aly want a basket for my bike. Love, Aniyafl iming I would like a Big car that I can ride in outside. And I would like a new bike thats Pink with

butter fl ys on it. and a baby alive. And a new Mine Craft video game. Ive bin very good I do all my chors I do the dishs and I clean my room. Love,

Abrianna How are you doing? I hear it is so cold in the North pole! How is Mrs. Claus doing? I bet she is so busy. I have to do my chore at home. My mom tell me I have to clean my room. My mom tell me to do her bedroom at home. And my mom tell me I have to clean the hole house. Santa I want something I need to use to sing with. Can you give me a daz-zling adagio Dazzle doll. Santa I have another thing to get. I want a time doll is in dazzling in one box. Love, Sophia Vu How are you doing? I bet it is very cold! Oh Ya How is Mrs. Claus. I Thank she is doing. I’m great when my mom tells me to do something I do it. I’ll tell you want I want an Xbox1, a Bike, I also want the nerf two in one Demallesher. Love, Evan Fernandez I have ben a good kid. I wosh the destes wen my mom or dad tels me to. I do wat aver my mom or dad tele my to. I want to no how you ben and Mrs. Claus ben. I want to no can you send the elves. Love, Andrew Flores I hear you got rootoff! is he being good I hope so. I ben ok I ben helping jake we hlep wash cars. Can I have a stuft rootoff and Skylandrs. Tell Hi to rootoff for me and Ms. Clawes. I hope you have a happy new year. happy holidays. Alex How are you doing? I hear it is so cold in the North Pole! how is Mrs. Claus? I bet she is busy. I have been a great kid at home and do chorse and clean my room. I wash dishes and fold my clothes when my mom telles me too. Thier are a few things that I wuld like for Christmas. I wuld like a PS2 and a bike. Love, Elijah Perez I did not see my elfy but I foud it in the chrismas three. You are cool. Is Mrs. Claus making cookies for you becuas I am making you cookies for chrismas. I heard that the elves have been good. I want a X box 1. Love, Mason How are doning in the nor-thay Polle? How is Mrs Claus doning. I thanking She is vary dezzy in the northay Polle?I see on my Cres ms tree i sole pizzlly I thank i have bin a good girl and i do all Chores like to can you caln your room Jayla and I say yes! for Cres ms i woud like a new frozen sing a long Ely. and a woche plaes. Jayla Gonzaki How are you doing? I am exsided for you because you are going to town! I know it is frezzing in the North Pole. I have been being a great kid! at school and home. At school I got the reward for being nice and being a friend to people! At home I wood lisen to my mom and Dad. I Love Chrismis. I hope you do to? Love, Priscilla Martinez How are you doing. There are so many places you can go get chrismese presents. I always wanted barbies, but my mom only got me 2. But anyway you are comeing to give presents to every kid. Exept the nauty kids. But I am so exited for you too get all presints. Love, Maddison Barrios How is you and Mrs. Claus how is the elves. I no they are busy I wish I can be in the North Pole. Dose it look like thes is what I want Ninja toy and Grt5 Xboxe1 and halo 5 dcd rising 3 and Cod. Love, Theodore Washington How are you and Mrs. Claus? I hear in the North Pole it is so cold that the raindeer get a cold just like that. I want you to know that I have been an as-wasom kid. I have been doing my room and making my bed. Did I tell you that I got a new bild a bear! It is a raindeer and I named hrt Clarice because that was the name in the movie and the book! Can you get me a elfe on the sheld please? Love, Lauren Giarza How are you doing? I hope your reay four Crismas! I beat a lot of kids are ready to. I have ben a very good boy no conduct marks. Plus yester day I washt my moms car with my frand named Chas. I cant wate in tel Crismas. I wish I’ll see you

thin. I wold love to have selvrel things. But the top thing this that I waht is a XBox, new bike, a t.v. because my old one browk now I have to watch shows on my moms wark tabulete. Love,

Jake Joslin Hi Santa how are you and Mrs. Claus? I just want you to know I have been a good kid. By doing what my mom and dad sas. And I sometimes do choris. By peking the carpet in the room. Ther are some thigs that I want for Crismes. The frist thing I want for Crismes is maincfrt and a XboxOne I can play it, secnd I want halo the new one and some random lagos. That is all. Love, Donovan Lampkin How are you doing? I bet it is cold in the North Pole! How is Mrs. Claws doing I bet she is so busy. How are the elves. I bet they are busy to. I also want you to know I have ben a very good kid. When my mom tells me to do my chorse I do them. like when I do the dishe. And for Chrismas I want a Xbox 1 and a game it is called Minecarft. I also want some new Ninja legos. Love, Heidy Kunh

Cameron Dodson’s Class I would love to be with my family because I got everything already. Megan Vu I rilly like Mecky and An-glyu. They ar very nice. Wat it want is Repusul mene mom. I mene the Doll Me and my brother Dominic went a rece tracke. And tell Mecky and An-glyu I said hi. Hope Ortiz I wold like to get a frozen coloring book. And I wold like to get a bad Kitty book and a Crismas hat and a bottal of glit-ter glue and a nail set and a nerf bow arow. Love, Vanessa I want to have a new toy car. And also a toy Dog. And also a new pet fi sh. Also a bell and toy Dinosuiur. And and a wwe toy. and a 8 ball and Pokemon card. Also etendo 3d game. Also a Xbox 360. and a book bad kit-ey. and a new Posdr. and a toy sanke. Andy I want a game for Chirist and a hat. Kayaeh I want a miny ipad and the smashbros on 3CDs and the new pokemon game on 3CDs that would be good. I would like a ituns card to. You can put the 3Ds games in my stocking. I also would like a few traps in Skyladers. You can put the traps in my stocing to. I have been good so can you bring me all of that I can even put cokies under the tree if you want. Love, Andrew Can you get me a iphone 6 for cristmas. I want a pet cat. Also I want a pet fi sh. I want a nerf gun for Cristmas. Also I want a elf on the shelf. Also I want a dolph ziggler. By: Michael I want bad Kitty books and a clowy mshing and a dog and sum pokmon cards and a stuf animo snake and a toy chram to pote under the Chismis tree. Love, Emily I wish a drum and a Ninja turtel and dig dino bot also a bublbee toy from trace formr also an minecraft book all of the minecraft book and mix up su-per horos toys Ninja turtl game Ninja turtl toy atmiprime andra Nerf gun the rak pone. Also Spide-man toy and iron man toy. Rolando I have been good I broke my tablit on accident. Can you give me a new one please. I am so sorry if I ever be bad. Leah What i want for crismas is a Goldfi sh. And I would like a trapoline. And a Blue Meca. And a Blue Careoce Box. And a Blue Mikerphone. By: Jordan Scimmons I have been good and help-ing mom around the house. For Chrismas I want some books, 3Ds, tablet puppy named prinnses. a Makeup kit and two Jugle bubble kits. I want a Phone and a touch computer. A Birdhouse a dog house for the dog. A Mini tv. And a picture of you. Magic Morir. Your the best Santa! I love you Santa and Elfs!!!! A’nyia Marie Beasley A Phone if you cant give me a phone i wait next Xmas are when i am older. I what some hads Zantizer if the elf dont now how to macke is just sneek into bath bodi work’s. I what a shirt that says Londn. And not but not least u mean you have

to torcher you cat some time i what to get a cat Xmas sweter for my cat sonny. PS You dont have to get me a phone to mack me Happy. Lovey marry Xmas, Madeleine I have ben rely good. I want a tablet. I also want bad kitt takes a bath. For Crismis I want a X box. I rely rely rely rely want a basooka Nerg gun. I rely super want is for my famly to get a two story house. Caleb I want CM punk, makenre, big show, bubufett black and white, Laptop noby, Mr. Mc-Man, Stephanie Micman, bel-lutwins, a neculs that has soccer balls on it, rocheys black and yellow or black and white. Niko I want a make a cupcake and I wut is a gtts. And want is see sat kost. I want my onet family to cthe and gtie my petth. Abriana What I wont for Christmas is a lavalamp and a cucky mack-er and a telescope and a stuff anaboll. I love you Santa vere vere mush! You are allsom! From, Aubrey

Jody Finch’s Class This Cristmis I want a Nerf bow and arrow thank you. Santa Claus I like your beard so much. Santa Claus I want a bunch of pokemon card’s and a 3ds for this Cristmis. Santa what are your reindeer’s name’s I only know roodoof the red nose reindeer that’s it. Santa you the best person in the whole world oh ye I forgot is frosty the snow man real and dose roodoof the red nose rein-deer’s nose glow in real life I don’t know so Santa I wish I can see you have a good holi-day Santa Claus. Sincerely, Nathan Le You are cool! I wot a Lego movie and peolp. I will be yor friends for gvr Snta. Devin Oatis This year I want a lot of awesome cool presents like a sparckle clipbord’s and some-thing for Ms. Finch. and Lego friends and new clothes for my stuff animal Pash as in rainbow dash and a little neckles for my elf on the shelf. Love, Chloe Carrizal Tell Jesus I side happy Birth-day. this Christmas I wonld like a lot of my little pony blind bag’s. I will asol what my little pony fasham’s. my little pony monoply. the tree thig is I what that i have! to ware i my little pony shos, pant, and shril’s. I what to have a lot of Pete the Cat Book’s. I love you Santa. Love, Dhelaeia Hernandez How do you eat that much cookies in one night? Your amazing!! Your like a Crismas super ninga. Your fast fer a fat man. From, Chaz Jenkins I would like a real horse and a rabbit and a real dog. I want clothe’s and a american girl doll named Kit and a build a bear. I want the Elsa doll, a cool toy and book’s, and a book called there was an old Lady who swallowed a bell and money. You are the best in the world! Love, Lianna Lumpkin Thank you for my awesome

gifts from last year! For this Christmas I woud a Pamball gon and a Badman toy and a Superman toy and legos toy and o lots of books and a water gon and a Fotboll toy. You or my bes friend. Santa Claus and my name es Leovanni. Leovanni This Chrismas I want a 3ds please. I want a good book for Ms. Finch please. I like your beard Santa. Love your freand,

Nathan Bui Tien I like you if I warke up dot run away from me. I love my presents from last your. This your I want snacke and the bire. I like the Ginch Mivee. I have a pet. St. Nick his name is Radar. Because his big ear’s. he sleep in my bed. with me he is so cute. I love him and you. bring him a toy. I love your Reindeer. I will bring you cookies. You are so cool I like you. Fayth Thank you for my awesome gifts last year! I like you Elf Christofr he is sweet. I like your beard it is wite as snow. I would like for Christmas a Zoumr Dino. I like your clothes and your clothes are soft Say hi to Mis. Claus please. Love,

Olivia Tamez How do ou eat cookies so fast? I love your bushy beard and your red suit. This year I wand a Iseabelle the american girl of the year. I hope you bring my gift. Your friend, Vyvy D I want a Nerf gun. Thank-ful for eating the cookie. And I want a water gun set. And I want a new new trapuling. And I want a pool. And I want a new water bed with fi sh. Love, Sin-cerely, Your friend, Yohanni Houston Hi I got a lot of qurashins what is all of your raindeer names? and like you jackit and. I like to have a pet raindeer and. I am going to name him June and a nuder for my teacher and raindeer. Love, Jason Ta Thank you for all the awe-some presents last year! For christmas I woob like a real laptop but it can be one of thoes littie ones. But please can it be a real one please prity please make it a real one. I have bin a real good girl so please. Love,

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Frazier, families read togetherFrazier Elementary held its annual Family Read-ing Genre Night on Thurs-day, Dec. 11. The students and their families dressed in pajamas and enjoyed milk and cookies in the cafeteria before visiting the pods for a Christmas activity. Each pod in the school was decorated in a theme to go with a chil-dren’s book.

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Moore donates

to annual toy drive

Moore Elementary School students and staff gra-ciously donated toys to benefi t the South Belt Leader’s annual Christ-mas program.

Photos submitted Santa’s Helpers Mia Hernandez and Jocelyn Perez

Santa’s Helpers Leanna Ramos, Leilani Moorman and Sieryn Rocha

Frazier Elementary School students and staff joined in to hold their annual toy drive to donate to the South Belt Leader’s annual Christmas program.

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Frazier students, staff collect toys

Frazier students, left to right, (front row) Melanie Ramirez, Christian Carter, (back row) Penelope Rodriguez, Alexander Griffi n and Zoe Pe-rez are shown above donating toys.

Frazier students Aubrey Reyes and Jasmine Cabrera collect money for toys.

Left to right, (kneeling) AJ Schillaci, Paten Schillaci, (standing) Janet “Sissy” Corales, Hunter Schillaci and Tracy Schillaci all gen-erously donated their time to the drive. Photo by Marie Flickinger

Students and staff from Beverly Hills Intermediate donated generously to the Leader’s 32nd annual Christmas drive. Bear Co students are shown above pre-senting a check for nearly $1,000 to Leader staff member Kimberly Flickinger (second from left). Shown with Flickinger are, left to right, students Destinee Gonzales, Kennedy Nguyen, Melissa Vidal, Chastity Texada and Bear Co spon-sor Vanessa Schultz. Photo by Marie Flickinger

Students and staff from Atkinson Elementary played an integral role in this year’s Christmas program. Justin Eckols (left) is the son of Atkinson secretary Elizabeth Eckols. He is shown above delivering food to the Leader offi ce with Atkinson staff member Teresa Salazar (right) and her husband Charlie Salazar.

Photo by Marie Flickinger

Once again this year, Sagemont Civic Club Vice President Sandy Robb (center) and her daughter Stacey Waugh selfl essly donated several hours of their time to assist in the Christ-mas drive. Waugh also collected aluminum cans throughout the year and donated roughly $500 in cash from their sales. The pair are shown above with Leader staff member Alexis Lochner, who also worked tirelessly on the project. Photo by Marie Flickinger

The homeroom of Alyssa Alvarez (middle row, far left) was the winning class of Melillo Middle School’s drive, collecting more than 600 food and toy items. Shown above with Alvarez are, left to right, (front row) Ayanna Brooks, George Gordillo, Gilly Spencer, Edward Diaz, Adrian Lopez, Aaron Knighton, Chase Dorman, (middle row) Heaven Cadena, Argelia Garcia, Taurean Millien, Logan Marcano, Nerina Mar-tinez, Wesley Godwin, Jazmen Gutierrez, (back row) Jeremiah Ballard, Kevin Cantu, Zachary Dehoyos, Kenya Horton, Emma Kabir, Makayla Karkosky and Enlai Yii. Photo submitted

The Leader would like to thank everyone who made the 32nd Christmas program a huge success. Through the kindness and generosity of those in the community who participated in the drive, the program was able to provide assistance to around 70 area families in need. This year’s program was the largest to date, with signifi cantly more toys and food being donated than in past drives. The largest donations came from local law enforcement agencies, with both the Harris County Precinct 2 Constable’s offi ce and the Pas-adena Independent School District Police Department collecting and donating dozens of toys. Local businesses contributing to the drive included Scarsdale Eye Care, the Chevron at 10855 Scarsdale, Tom’s Automotive Repair, State Farm agent Thuy Epperson, the Shell at 10330 Blackhawk, Niday Funeral Home, Pets Place Store and Boarding, South Belt Air Condition-ing and Heating, Gibson Farmers Insurance and Kwik Kar Lube. Local schools participating in the drive included Atkinson, Frazier and Moore elementaries, Melillo Middle School, Beverly Hills Inter-mediate and Dobie High School. Local Girl Scout Troop 8015 also donated toys to the program. Dozens of individuals from the community selfl essly donated their time and money to ensure the drive was a success. If any local group that participated in the program doesn’t see their photo in this issue or the preceding two issues, send photos and infor-mation to the Leader for future publication.

Harris County Precinct 2 Constable Chris Diaz’s offi ce played a large role in collecting toys for this year’s Christmas drive. Lt. Mike Kritzler (right) and Deputy Marcus Anderson are shown above dropping the toys off at the Leader offi ce. Photo by Marie Flickinger

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(player must be at least 5 years old by April 30, 2015) may register for $175 per player. All registration fees in-clude jersey, pants, socks, hat and belt. The Challenger division offers free registration to those children with physi-cal and mental disabilities, age 5 to 18, who wish to have the opportunity to participate in an organized game of baseball in a fun and safe environment. The in-person regis-tration dates will be held at the SBHLL facility at El Franco Lee Park, 9400 Hall Road. The regular sign-up dates will include Satur-day, Jan. 3 and Saturday, Jan. 10, from 9 a.m. to noon and 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. both days. Those registering their children must bring a copy of their child’s birth certif-icate in addition to three forms of residency proof,

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SBGSA sets dates Like the Sagemont-Bev-erly Hills Little League, the South Belt Girls Soft-ball Association is offering online registration oppor-tunities at www.eteamz.com/southbeltgirls. The fee is $55 per play-er plus inclusion in the league’s annual candy fundraiser (two boxes of candy, $120 total). Those who choose not

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The Clear Brook and Dobie varsity boys’ basketball teams could meet again. Both teams are in the mix at the Alvin Lions Holiday Classic, beginning Saturday, Dec. 27, in fi rst-round play. Dobie will face Houston Sterling in a noon game, while Brook takes on St. Thomas in a 1:30 p.m. game, both at Man-

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Randall paces Dobie’s 22-6A picks;star RB wins Offensive MVP honor Simply delivering as the go-to guy for Dobie’s offense during the 2014 season, senior tailback Rashaad Randall got what he deserved at season’s end. The bruising tail-back, whose 1,437 yards rushing was second dis-trictwide to go with 16 touchdowns, was honored as the league’s co-Of-fensive Most Valuable Player, as voted on by the 22-6A head coaching pan-el. Dawson quarterback Vance Galloway shared the same honor. Manvel quarterback D’Eric King, who led the

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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 25MERRY CHRISTMAS!

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7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call 713-856-1611.Al-Anon (English Speaking) – Provides support for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.Alateen – Provides support for teenage children, friends and family members of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, room 208. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

8:30 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481.

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NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 12005 County Road 39, Pearland. For information, call 713-856-1611.

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Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

10 a.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., (Hwy 35), in building next to pawn shop. For more information, call 713-856-1611.

11 a.m.Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For persons whose lives are affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 282 p.m.

Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For information, call 281-487-8787.

5:30 p.m.Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Sundays, 5:30 p.m., Chapel of the Educational Building at Life Church in Houston, 9900 Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for information or to RSVP for child care.

6:30 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Candlelight Meeting, Sunday, 6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous NA meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.

8 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For

information, call 713-204-2481.MONDAY, DECEMBER 29

10 a.m.Al-Anon Deer Park – Mondays, 10 to 11 a.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for information, or just drop in.

11:30 a.m.Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for information, or just drop in.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon at 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.

3:30 p.m.Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exercise and speech therapy, 3:30 to 5 p.m., Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapsonline.org for a complete list of services offered. For adults with Parkinson’s dis-ease only.

6 p.m.Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Mondays at IHOP, 11222 Fuqua, 6 p.m. Come and improve crossword game playing skills. Call 281-488-2923 for more information.

6:30 p.m.Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – meets Mondays at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518). Enter door closest to recycling bins. For more information, call 713-865-3668 or visit www.oahouston.org.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For more information, call 713-856-1611.

7 p.m.Friends Helping Friends Grief Support Group – Group meets Mondays, Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, 7 to 8:15 p.m., in the staff meeting room. Anyone who has lost a loved one is welcome. Free. For information, call Betty Bielat at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033.

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 307 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, in the Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop in.

9:30 a.m.Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include diora-mas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. Tuesday through Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For information, call 713-472-0565.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon, at 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets weekly, Tuesdays, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Drive, Pearland. Lunch is served for $15. Variety of interesting speakers. For information, call 281-900-7257 or visit nalix@texascitizensbank.com.

1 p.m.Ballroom Dance Practice – Tuesdays, Hometown Heroes Park, League City. Come and enjoy free ballroom dancing,1 to 3 p.m., on a beautiful 3,630 sq. ft. fl oating hardwood fl oor. Dancers practice to a large variety of ballroom music. Instructor available to assist people with new moves. Everyone is welcome! For questions, call 281-554-1180. 1001 East League City Pkwy.

1:30 p.mTOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – TOPS #1530 meets at the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road, at 1:30 p.m. For information, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713.

6 p.m.Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family and friends of alcoholics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, room 215, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call 713-856-1611.

8 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-248.

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Most Valuable Player D’Eric King, Manvel, Jr.

Defensive Most Valuable PlayerRonnie Frazier, Pearland, Sr.

co-Offensive Most Valuable PlayerRashaad Randall, Dobie, Sr.Vance Galloway, Dawson, Sr.Newcomer of the Year

Stanley Hackett, Rayburn, Fr.Coach of the YearKirk Martin, Manvel

First Team Offensive SelectionsQB – Jake Blumrick, Pearland, Sr.

RB – Carlos Garcia, Alvin, Sr.

RB – Brett Winnegan, Dawson, Sr.

FB – Saevion Johnson, Dawson, Jr.

OL – Trace Darnell, Alvin, Jr.

OL – Nathan Flores, Dobie, Sr.

OL – Tony Cantu, Dobie, Sr.

OL – Joseph Dill, Pasadena, Jr.

OL – Willie Williams, Pearland, Sr.

OL – Adam Jewell, Pearland, Jr.

OL – Cameron Wilson, Dawson, Sr.

OL – Chris DeSantiago, Dawson, Jr.

OL –Jeramy Alfred, Manvel, Sr.

OL – Donald Narcisse, Manvel, Sr.

TE – Ryan Deshotel, Pearland, Sr.

WR –Brailon Mouton, Dawson, Jr.

WR – Gary Haynes, Manvel, Sr.

WR – Reggie Hemphill, Manvel, Jr.

WR – Uriel Hill, Pasadena, Sr.

WR – Cody Williams, Pearland, Jr.

WR – Ryan Diaz, Pearland, Sr.

K – Alexis Saldivar, Dobie, Sr.

First Team Defensive SelectionsDT – Chandler Tisby, Dobie, Jr.

DT – Dmylle Jones, Pearland, Jr.

DT – Shawn Sims, Manvel, Jr.

DT – Cristian Benavides, Rayburn, Sr.

DE – Jordan Rodriguez, Dawson, Jr.

DE – Tyler Fuller, Manvel, Jr.

DE – Joey Longoria, Pearland, Jr.

DE – Quinton Bolling, Dobie, Sr.

ILB – Keion Patterson, Dobie, Sr.

ILB – Zane Gonzales, Pearland, Jr.

ILB – Collin Scott, Manvel, Sr.

OLB – Travonte Moody, Dawson, Sr.

OLB – Shane Jackson, Manvel, Sr.

OLB – Dedrick Simpson, Dobie, Jr.

CB – Will Lockett, Manvel, Sr.

CB – Ryan Williams, Dobie, Sr.

CB – Mykul Mitchell, Dawson, Jr.

S – Gunner Olszewski, Alvin, Sr.

S – Deontray Anderson, Manvel, Jr.

S – Justin Reece, Pearland, Sr.

P – Cody Bernstein, Pearland, Jr.

Ret. Man – Isaiah Chaney, Pearland, Jr.

At right, Dobie place kicker Alexis Saldivar (95) turned a once upon a time team weakness into a strength, coming through again and again for Dobie this season. The senior, now a 3-year starter, was named a fi rst-team, All 22-6A se-lection after converting 35 of 36 extra-point tries and successfully making eight of 13 fi eld goals. On this play, Saldivar is shown nailing a fi eld goal against Alvin, with Tyler Giron (10) as the holder. Below, Quinton Bolling (48), a defensive end for Dobie, also delivered a fi ne career on the fi eld. A two-time 22-6A selection for terrifi c play on the fi eld, Bolling this season was a fi rst-team pick.

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Dobie’s Keion Patterson (38), shown here making a tackle along with teammate Rolando Rocha (left), was a unanimous fi rst-team selection.

Dobie standouts land 22-6A FB honors

Opposing offenses had to have trouble dealing with Dobie’s magnifi cent combination of Dedrick Simp-son (40) and Chandler Tisby (90). Simpson proved to be one of the most dynamic pass rushers in the

area, and Tisby, the 2013 Newcomer of the Year, built on that success as both he and Simpson were fi rst-team selections in the 22-6A ranks. The best part? Both players return in 2015.

There will undoubtedly be other teams that argue the point, but Dobie very likely possessed the top of-fensive line in District 22-6A. Nathan Flores, (78 in white) and Tony Cantu (shown blocking Memorial’s

Taylor Alfred (68), were unanimous fi rst team selec-tions within the district. Two other Dobie linemen, Xavier Brown and Xavier Rodriguez, were second-team picks.

Perhaps the 2014 varsity football regular season ended much like those of 2011 through 2013, with a disappointing loss to North Shore in the bidistrict playoff round. But make no mistake, this season was far from a bummer as the Longhorns reeled off six consecutive wins to close out the campaign, en-tering the postseason as the third-place team out of 22-6A with a 6-4 overall record. Dobie’s fi rst-team selections, as well as Offensive Most Valuable Player Rashaad Randall, are listed at left. In addition to those fi ne performers, Dobie also had plenty of talent listed on the 22-6A second team. The Longhorns’ second-team representatives included quarterback Joe Gon-zalez, a three-year starter at his position. There were also offensive linemen Xavier Brown and Xavier Rodriguez, both senior standouts. Junior receiver Jaylon Bolden made the second team, as did defensive tackle Dalvin Sterling and defensive tackle Xavier Dotson. Carlos Gonzalez made his way onto the fi rst team as an inside linebacker, and Craig Wilks, an inside linebacker, also made the second team along with cornerback Juwaun Bracey and safety Rolan-do Rocha. Among those, juniors Wilks and Bracey will return and join Simp-son, Tisby and others to give JFD great promise on defense once again.

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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 317 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, in the Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop in.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon at 2245 N. Main (next to pawn shop). For information, call 713-856-1611.

6 p.m.Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family and friends of alcoholics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., room 215, at First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. Call 281-487-8787, or just in.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, meets at 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For more information, call 713-856-1611.Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential domestic violence support group for women, 7 p.m., 210 S. Walnut off NASA Pkwy. between I-45 South and Highway 3. Call 281-338-7600 or visit www.bayareaturningpoint.com for information. 24-hour crisis hotline is 281-286-2525.

8 p.m.Pasadena Little Theatre – 2014 New Year’s Eve gala is the place to be for the annual fundraising event, Casino Night! Start the evening with $3000 value in chips included in the ticket price with additional chips available for purchase. Enjoy blackjack, slots, craps and roulette for your gaming fun! Prizes, silent auction, music, champagne toast at midnight, post-midnight breakfast and free babysitting (RSVP with number of children and ages). All this for just $50 per person. The fun starts at 8 p.m. Space is limited. Casino table sponsorships available. For reservations, call 713-941-1758 or to purchase tickets online, visit www.pasadenalittletheatre.org. 4318 Allen-Genoa Road. Credit cards accepted.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 17 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop in.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For information, call 713-856-1611.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call 713-856-1611.Al-Anon (English Speaking) – Provides support for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.Alateen – Provides support for teenage children, friends and family members of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, room 208. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

8:30 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 27 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway,

Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or just drop in.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – West End Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, Shepherd of the Heart United Methodist Church, 12005 County Road 39, Pearland. For information, call 713-856-1611.

6 p.m.Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family and friends of alcohol-ics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., room 215, First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. Call 281-487-8787, or just in.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 2245 N. Main St., (Hwy 35), in building next to pawn shop. For more information, call 713-856-1611.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 37:30 a.m.

Alcoholics Anonymous – “Breakfast with Bill”, Saturdays, 7:30 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

10 a.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 10 a.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For more information, call 713-856-1611.

11 a.m.Al-Anon Meeting (Women Only, English) – For persons whose lives are affected by an addict. Saturdays, 11 a.m., First United Methodist Church, Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Pkwy, Cornell Conference room #111. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

SUNDAY, JANUARY 42 p.m.

Grief Support Group – For any adult who has lost a loved one. Meets Sundays, except Mother’s Day, Easter and Christmas, 2 to 3:15 p.m., First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway. For information, call 281-487-8787.

5:30 p.m.Celebrate Recovery – A faith-based 12-Step Program, Sundays, 5:30 p.m., Chapel of the Educational Building at Life Church in Houston, 9900 Almeda Genoa. Call 713-419-2635 for infor-mation or to RSVP for child care.

6:30 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Candlelight Meeting, Sunday, 6:30 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous NA meets Sundays, 7 p.m., 2245 N. Main St., Pearland (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.

8 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481.

MONDAY, JANUARY 510 a.m.

Al-Anon Deer Park – Monday, 10 to 11 a.m., Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P. St., Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall, back of church. Call 409-454-5720 for information.

11:30 a.m.Overeaters Anonymous Deer Park – 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Literature Study. In His Presence Fellowship Church, 1202 East P Street, Deer Park. Enter through Fellowship Hall in back of church. Call 409- 454-5720 for information, or just drop in.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon at 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.

2 p.m.Genealogy Group – Parker Williams Genealogy Group meets from 2 to 4 p.m. on fi rst and third Mondays of each month at the Parker Williams Library, Beamer at Scarsdale. Public is invited. For information, email Liz Hicks at erootrot@usa.net.

3:30 p.m.Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free exer-cise and speech therapy from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Clear Lake Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Visit www.hapson-line.org for a complete list of services offered. For adults with Parkinson’s disease only.

6 p.m.Scrabble Club #511 – Meets Mondays at IHOP, 11222 Fuqua, 6 p.m. Come and improve cross-word game playing skills. Call 281-488-2923 for more information.

6:30 p.m.New Directions Singles – Group for ages 55 and older meets the first and third Mondays for a pot-luck dinner, 6:30 p.m., at Webster Presbyterian Church, 201 W. NASA Parkway, Webster. Many activities thoughout the month. For more infor-mation, call Bambi at 281-795-4514 or Mary at 281-337-2589.

6:30 p.m.Pearland Overeaters Anonymous HOW Meeting – meets Mondays at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 2535 E. Broadway (FM 518). Enter door closest to recycling bins. For more information, call 713-865-3668 or visit www.oahouston.org.

7 p.mBay Area Harbour Playhouse – Auditions for The Cat and the Canary, the mystery play written by John Willard and directed by Fred Pearl, are Jan. 5 and Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Highway #3 in Dickinson. The mystery play, with roles for men and women, is the performance about a murder that occurs as the family of Ambrose West gath-ers to hear the reading of his will. The heiress is close to losing her mind after the murderer is loose in the mansion. All are invited to read for a part. Play opens Feb. 13 and runs through March 8. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. For more informa-tion call the theater at 281-337-7469 or visit www.harbourtheater.com.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518), First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For more information, call 713-856-1611.Friends Helping Friends Grief Support Group – Group meets Mondays, Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster, 7 to 8:15 p.m., in the staff meeting room. Anyone who has lost a loved one is welcome. Free. For information, call Betty Bielat at 281-474-3430 or Diana Kawalec at 281-334-1033.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 67 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday at 7 a.m. at the First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, in the Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or just drop in.

9:30 a.m.Pasadena Heritage Park and Museum – Exhibits include dioramas, an old-time kitchen and a turn-of-the-century doctor’s office. Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 204 S. Main, Pasadena. For information, call 713-472-0565.

11:30 a.m.Local NARFE Meeting – The National Association of Retired Federal Employees, Chapter 1321, meets the first Tuesday of each month in the Clear Lake Community Center, 5001 NASA Parkway. A meal will be available for $6. For more information, call Bob Mitchell at 281-333-2881.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon, at 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For more information, call 713-856-1611.Rotary Club of Pearland – Meets weekly, Tues-days, noon to 1 p.m., Golfcrest Country Club, 2509 Country Club Drive, Pearland. Lunch is served for $15. Variety of interesting speakers. For information, call 281-900-7257 or visit nalix@tex-ascitizensbank.com.

1 p.m.Trailmixers – Meets the first Tuesday of the month at the Luby’s Cafeteria on Fuqua. Former

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and current employees of J. Frank Dobie High School are welcome for lunch and conversation.Ballroom Dance Practice – Tuesdays, Home-town Heroes Park, League City. Come and enjoy free ballroom dancing,1 to 3 p.m., on a beautiful 3,630 sq. ft. fl oating hardwood fl oor. Dancers prac-tice to a large variety of ballroom music. Instructor available to assist people with new moves. Ev-eryone is welcome! For questions, call 281-554-1180. 1001 East League City Pkwy.

1:30 p.mTOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) – TOPS #1530 meets at the Sagemont Park Community Center, 11507 Hughes Road, at 1:30 p.m. For information, call Jeanette Sumrall at 713-946-3713.

6 p.m.Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family and friends of alcohol-ics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, room 215, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in.

6:30 p.m.Bay Area Quilt Guild – Meets the fi rst Tuesday of each month at Mount Olive Lutheran Church located at 10310 Scarsdale Blvd. Fellowship be-gins at 6:30 p.m. and the general meeting and program begin at 7 p.m. January’s guest speaker is quilter Virginia Cox and her program is The Nine Patch Niche. Come learn with us and join in the fun. Guests are always welcome. For more infor-mation, call Debby Benson at 713-248-8757 or visit the website http://www.bayareaquiltguild.org/.

7 p.mBay Area Harbour Playhouse – Auditions for The Cat and the Canary, the mystery play written by John Willard and directed by Fred Pearl, are Jan. 5 and Jan. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Bay Area Harbour Playhouse, 3803 Highway #3 in Dickinson. The mystery play, with roles for men and women, is the performance about a murder that occurs as the family of Ambrose West gath-ers to hear the reading of his will. The heiress is close to losing her mind after the murderer is loose in the mansion. All are invited to read for a part. Play opens Feb. 13 and runs through March 8. Performances are Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m. and Sundays at 2:30 p.m. For more informa-tion call the theater at 281-337-7469 or visit www.harbourtheater.com.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call 713-856-1611.

8 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481.

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 77 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church Pasadena, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, in the Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or drop in.

11:30 a.m.Houston Hobby Airport Lions Club – meets on the first and third Wednesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., Golden Corral, 12500 Gulf Freeway (Fuqua and I-45). December may be an excep-tion. For information, call Monica Montoya at 281-794-5531.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous meets at noon at 2245 N. Main (next to pawn shop). For information, call 713-856-1611.

6 p.m.Un Dia a la Vez Alanon Group (Spanish) – Provides support for family and friends of alcohol-ics or addicts. Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, 6 p.m., First United Methodist Church, room 215, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena. Call 281-487-8787, or drop in.Alzheimer’s Support Group – The free group meets the first Wednesday of each month in the third floor classrooms 3 and 4 of Bayshore Medical Center, 4000 Spencer Hwy. in Pasadena. For more information, call 713-944-4782 or 713-266-6400.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Vigilance Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, meets at 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For more information, call 713-856-1611.Survivors of Suicide Support Group – The Southeast Houston group meets twice each month. The group offers support and coping skills in a non-threatening environment to adult indi-viduals who have lost a loved one to suicide. For information on registration or to obtain a physical address for a location, call 713-533-4500 or visit www.crisishotline.org.Bay Area Turning Point Crisis Intervention Center – Confidential domestic violence support group for women, 7 p.m., 210 S. Walnut off NASA Pkwy. between I-45 South and Highway 3. Call 281-338-7600 or visit www.bayareaturningpoint.com for information. 24-hour crisis hotline is 281-286-2525.

THURSDAY, JANUARY 87 a.m.

AA Meeting – “Breakfast With Bill” each Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, in Cornell Conference room. Call 281-487-8787 for information, or just drop in.

9:30 a.m.NASA Aglow Community Lighthouse – Second Thursday of the month, 9:30 a.m., Praise Chapel, 18516 Highway 3 in Webster. Public welcome and encouraged to bring others. For information, call 281-910-1971.

11:30 a.m.ABWA - Southeast Express Network – American Business Women’s Association-South meets the second Thursday of each month, Golden Corral, 9115 Broadway, Pearland. Lunch is 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Cost is $20 and includes networking with professional business women, lunch and guest speaker. Women of all ages and occupations are invited. Bring plenty of business cards. Reservations appreciated. Visit www.seen-abwa.org.

NoonAlcoholics Anonymous (AA) – Imperfect Nooners Group of Alcoholics Anonymous, noon, 2245 N. Main (building next to pawn shop). For information, call 713-856-1611.

4 p.m.Houston Area Parkinson Society – Free water exercise for individuals with Parkinson’s disease, 4 to 5 p.m., Kindred Rehabilitation Hospital Clear Lake, 655 E. Medical Center Blvd., Webster. Call 713-313-1652 or visit www.hapsonline.org for a list of all services.

6:30 p.m.Diabetes Support Group – A support group for young adults with Type 1 diabetes. All sub-jects are open for discussion: new technologies, research advances, fears, phobias, dating and other personal matters. Meets the first Thursday of each month (or the second Thursday if that day is a holiday) at various restaurants in the area. Contact Dan Steiner, CDE, at 713-922-9677 for more information.

7 p.m.Narcotics Anonymous (NA) – Women’s Group of Narcotics Anonymous, open meeting, 7 p.m., 2930 E. Broadway (FM 518) at the First Presbyterian Church in the youth building on the Westminster side. For information, call 713-856-1611.Al-Anon (English Speaking) – Provides support for family and friends of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday, 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, Room 215. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.Alateen – Provides support for teenage children, friends and family members of alcoholics and addicts. Thursday at 7 p.m., First United Methodist Church, 1062 Fairmont Parkway, Pasadena, room 208. Call 281-487-8787, or just drop in.

8:30 p.m.Alcoholics Anonymous – Alcohol problems? AA meetings are held Thursdays, 8:30 to 9:30 p.m., and Sundays and Tuesdays, 8 to 9 p.m., St. Stephen Presbyterian Church, 2217 Theta Street. For information, call 713-204-2481.

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REAL ESTATELEASE: 3-2-2 w/formal din-ing, fireplace, wet bar, court-yard. New appliances, car-pet, roof, etc. $1295/mo., security deposit. 10610 Sageberry, Kirkwood South 713-554-2455 Pictures avail-able: luvmynewhome@gmail.com 12-25HOUSE FOR RENT: 3/1/2 on Crenshaw Ave. $900 a month call 713-998-5608 12-25STORAGE SPACES for rent. Parking Trailers, Trucks, Rvs, etc. Call 713-998-5608 12-25 SERVICESEWING & ALTERATIONS for men, women & home fashions. Experienced seamstress. Call Karen at 713-943-7935 TF

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Ribeiro a 2-time All-American San Jacinto College sophomore Ana Helena Ribeiro has been named to the National Junior Col-lege Athletic Association Division I All-American second team, making it back-to-back years as an

NJCAA standout for the local player. “Ana is a fantastic player and young lady,” said head coach Sharon Nelson, who completed her 13th year at the helm of the San Jacinto Col-

lege volleyball program in 2014. “She has so many attri-butes for a life of success. “She has perfected the art of balancing her aca-demics with her athletic endeavors. Not only has she earned All-American honors two years in a row, but she will also earn aca-demic honors later this spring. “Ana is a valuable as-set to any program. To be recognized twice, na-tionally, for this award, is very well-deserved. We are incredibly proud of her.” Ribeiro, a middle blocker from Portugal, averaged 12.15 kills and 0.72 blocks per set, while hitting .294, this season. She was third on the squad in total blocks with 44. Ribeiro fi nished the year ranked as the second-best student-athlete in the re-gion’s South zone, and she was named to the Region XIV all-conference fi rst team. For a complete list of the All-Americans, visit www.njcaa.org.

San Jacinto College sopho-more Ana Helena Ribeiro (10) was named to the National Junior College Athletic As-sociation (NJCAA) Division I Volleyball All-American sec-ond team. Photo by Jeannie Peng-Armao

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