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Volume 29, Number 6 August 2015
Monthly Board of Directors Meetings:Meetings of the BFCA Board of Directors are held on the third Monday of each month, January through November, at 6:00 pm. Meetings are open to all Bay Forest homeowners and are held at the Clear Lake Presbyterian Church, 1511 El Dorado Boulevard.
Regular Board MeetingsSince my last update to you, the Bay Forest Board of Directors has met twice for regular monthly meetings. For both June and July meetings the Board members in attendance were Barbara McCollum, Tom Camp, John Haas and Dan Pias. For the June meeting, we also had Community members Dan Swartwood, Bill Barlow, John Wakeman and Jamar McClanahan present for the Homeowners Forum.
Projects UnderwayThere are a number of projects underway in our community:Mailbox Upgrade – Five additional locations will be replaced this year. They are - 1. Popular Springs and Orchard Falls, 2. Scenic View and Rockhaven, 3. Town Hill and Bay Forest (North), 4. Town Hill and Bay Forest (South) and 5. Greenwood Pines. The mailboxes are on order and should arrive soon. Homeowners getting new mailboxes will be notified via email of the schedule and plan.Space Center Lights – The Space Center tree lights are all but finished. There were a few electrical issues that needed to be resolved. In addition, as the incandescent bulbs burn out, we are replacing them with LED bulbs.Sidewalk Repair Project – The Board approved a significant repair project for the community owned sidewalks. Just as we as homeowners are responsible for maintaining the sidewalks at our home, we as the community association are responsible for maintaining the sidewalks on community association property. Our plan is to complete the work based upon the availability of concrete – which is in high demand.
Replenish Fibar in Bay Forest Park – The replenishment of the fall surface (Fibar) around the big toys will be scheduled for a cooler time this fall. Get your shovels and wheelbarrows ready!Storage Building – The electrical designs are being finalized. Once they are complete, the project will go out for bid. We still anticipate this project will be underway this summer/fall.
Recent Criminal Activity in Bay Forest A home was broken into recently in Bay Forest. The scenario was similar to other past break-ins. The criminals entered the rear through a broken window. The alarm was active but they did not trip it as they did not raise a window or go outside of the bedroom areas. Fortunately no one was injured, no items were taken and there was only minimal damage.
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We are so sorry this August issue is late in getting to you. One of our articles came in late and we thought you would want the information late, rather than not have it at all. The August issue is sometimes difficult with people here and there doing this and that before the new school year begins. Now that you have it, ENJOY!
– Marita Moran
Bay Forest 4th of JulyPage 8
Bay Forest Gourmet ClubSeared Sea Scallops
Page 6
Yard of the MonthPage 9
GardenLine Pest NewsPage 11
School NewsPage 14
Library NewsPage 18
Thank You VolunteersPage 5
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BAY FOREST COMMUNITY POOLSUMMER 2015 SCHEDULE
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Neighborhood NewsThis should be our collective wake-up call to protect our homes. Over the past few months some homeowners have taken steps to protect their property. Remember – these actions will not stop someone intent on breaking into your home. They can provide a great reason for the crook to go look for opportunity elsewhere. Some visible deterrents recently in Bay Forest include:Driveway gates – Slows down or dissuades them from entering your back yard.Iron Fence/Gate from House to Garge – Does the same as the driveway gate – especially if you put a lock on the gate.Video/Internet Doorbell – Rings your smart phone and starts video recording when someone steps up to your front door. It gives you the ability to “always be home.”Video Cameras – They are good for recording what happened afterwards for the police. If they are visible – and the crook sees them – they may also cause the crook to move on elsewhere.If you have taken steps to better protect your home – and would like to share with others – please email me and we will highlight it in an upcoming Bay Forest Community News.
Fourth of July EventsThis year we had a great turn out for the bike parade and party at the pool. Check out this month’s Bay Forest Newsletter for pictures. This event shows how our community comes together. Many volunteers helped with the parade and party. In addition – we had many folks lining the parade route cheering on the kiddos. Thank you to everyone who helped and participated.
Bay Forest Input and PlanningThe Board relies on community input to formulate plans for the community. This input comes in a number of ways – directly from homeowners – at the community forum of the monthly board meetings – at the annual meeting AND the best and broadest base of input comes from the annual homeowner survey that is administered each year. The Board takes all input very seriously and relies on that input – especially the annual survey – to chart a course for our community. You will be receiving an email soon with your invitation to participate in the annual survey.
Contacting BFCATo reach the “Bay Forest Community Manager,” email [email protected] or call 832.224.6446. The mailing address for the Bay Forest Community Association is 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062.
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Crime Watch: Stay up-to-date with your neighbors on the community website www.bayforest.info.CRIME REPORT – May 2015Offense Type Address PremiseBurglary Motor Vehicle 1500 Almond Brook Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief (Auto) 2400 Bay Area Other Parking LotTheft 2700 Bay Area Vacant BuildingCriminal Mischief 14100 Bay Pointe Rental Storage FacilityBurglary Habitation 4500 Cedar Ridge Trl Residence/HouseBurglary Building (2) 1000 Clear Lake City Laundry/Dry CleanersCriminal Mischief (Coin Machine) 1100 Clear Lake City BankBurglary Motor Vehicle (3) 1200 Clear Lake City Parks & RecreationBurglary Building 1600 Clear Lake City Barber/Beauty ShopsAggravated Robbery (Deadly Weapon) 2300 Clear Lake City Laundry/Dry CleanersCriminal Mischief (Auto) 2800 Clear Lake City DrivewayBurglary Habitation 15900 Clearcrest Residence/HouseTheft - From Motor Vehicle 13500 Country Green Rd, St, or SidewalkBurglary Motor Vehicle 13700 Country Green DrivewayAggravated Robbery (Home Invasion) 300 Cyberonics ApartmentBurglary Habitation 300 Cyberonics ApartmentTheft - From Motor Vehicle 13600 Heron Field Rd, St, or SidewalkTheft 4200 Pine Brook Cove Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 15500 Poplar Springs Residence/HouseCriminal Mischief 14500 Redbud ValleyTheft 15700 Scenic View Residence/HouseBurglary Building 14800 Space Center Other, UnknownTheft - From Motor Vehicle 14400 Sun Harbor Rd, St, or Sidewalk
CRIME REPORT – June 2015Offense Type Address PremiseCriminal Mischief 3500 Almond Creek Rd, St, or SidewalkBurglary Building 14500 Bay Oaks Gym/Club HouseBurglary Motor Vehicle 14300 Crescent Landing Church, Synagogue Burglary Habitation 3900 Diamond Grove Residence/HouseTheft 1900 El Dorado Grocery Store Burglary Motor Vehicle 1100 Indian Autumn DrivewayCriminal Mischief 14400 Little Willow Walk DrivewayBurglary Habitation 2000 Mabry Mill Residence/HouseTheft 16000 Mesa Verde Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 14200 Oak Chase Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 13200 Scenic Glade Residence/HouseAuto Theft (Truck/Van) 14200 Sun Harbor Residence/HouseAuto Theft (Motorcycle) 14300 Sun Harbor Residence/HouseTheft 2200 Town Oaks Residence/HouseBurglary Habitation 14300 Village Birch Residence/Houseincludes: Bay Forest, Middlebrook, Northfork, Brook Forest, Bay Oaks And Bay Knoll
This Data Is Not The Official Crime Statistics For The Houston Police Department. This Data Is Being Provided Prior To The Release Of The Department's Official Monthly Uniform Crime.
Burglary Close To HomePrecinct 8 units responded to a Burglary of a Residence call Friday, August 7th, at around 11:40 am in the 14500 block of Redwood Bend Trail in the Bay Knoll subdivision. An unknown subject(s) entered the residence through a back door window and stole several items from the home before making their escape. The break-in did set off the homeowner's alarm system but the suspect(s) were gone before units arrived less than 10 minutes later. Please be on the lookout for anyone who looks suspicious in your neighborhood. Nobody knows your streets better than you so if you see something out of the ordinary and think it is strange, chances are it probably is. Always arm your alarm systems and lock any side gates to your backyard if you can. If you have any information about this or any other case, please contact us at 281-488-4040.
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Neighborhood News
Many THANKS to our Bay Forest News Block Captains and Section Leaders!These Bay Forest residents, who serve as volunteer Block Captains and Section Leaders for the Bay Forest News, continually amaze me with their loyalty and faithfulness in serving the people on their block.
If you know any of them, please thank them next time you see them for supporting our neighborhood newspaper in such a significant way.
They have each received a small gift card from ABE’s Cajun Market and Café as a token of appreciation.
Many thanks also, to Scott and Leslie Abraham, the owners of ABE’s, for advertising in the paper all year long. Check out their website to see all the wonderful things they have to offer at ABE’s! www.abescajunmarket.com
1. Margaret Berti2. Cathy Wightman3. Kathy Charles4. Sharon Potter5. Laura Estupinian6. Ray Smith7. Christy Hinners8. Sharon Hall9. Joan Brewer10. Susan Raschke11. Donna Disheroon12. Karen Kahrs13. Steve King14. Rebekah Amunson15. Kim Warren16. Ann Lyon17. Carey Sullivan18. Marita Moran – Section Leader
1. Rosie Pieri 2. Sue Kazda3. Karen & Mark Santen4. Linda Fouty5. Billie Patterson6. Susan Kam7. Lori Gannaway8. Lisa Malik9. Terri Shafer10. Martha Jensen 11. Rosie Pieri – Section Leader
1. Polly Lee2. Diane Maher3. Patty Branch4. Karel Rasmusen5. Susan & David Cowen6. Renee Lance7. Nancy Jennings8. Julie Golla9. Bob Osman10. Sally Hopkins11. Jina Wendes12. Larry Ward13. Kathy Valon14. Ramona Pias15. Debbie Mitchell16. Brad Green17. Jim Miller18. Ramona Pias – Section Leader
1. Gloria Montero2. Elizabeth Lauzon3. Pete Menegos4. Martha King5. T.Q. Bui6. Steve Schuenke7. Kathleen Tibbetts8. Cindy Castille9. Jody Zandy10. Vicki Collins11. Elizabeth Lauzon – Section Leader
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Neighborhood News
Bay Forest Gourmet ClubOur new season of gourmet parties is scheduled to start in September, and our dates and themes are still to be determined. We will report those to you next month. Meanwhile, here is a “cool” recipe that you can prepare during the hot days of August. If you have any questions, feel free to contact [email protected].
Seared Sea ScallopsWith Green Pea Cream and Smoked SalmonIngredients 1 teaspoon olive oil1 shallot, minced1/4 cup white wine1/2 cup heavy cream1/4 cup, plus 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, cut into small pieces and softened1 teaspoon lemon juice ½ cup frozen green peas (not baby or petite peas), plus additional if neededKosher salt and ground white pepper2 tablespoons unsalted butter (more if using 2 pans)16 large sea scallops, packed dry or frozen dry1 tablespoon chives, chopped, for garnish2 - 4 ounces smoked salmon
1. Heat a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and the minced shallot. Heat and stir for 30 seconds. Deglaze with white wine and reduce until it is almost dry. Add the cream and reduce by half, until the sauce thickens. Remove the pan from the heat and whisk in the ¼ cup of soft butter. Add the lemon juice and season with a pinch of white pepper and salt to taste. Cover and reserve in a warm place.
2. Heat the frozen peas in a pan with 1 tablespoon of butter plus ¼ cup of water. Bring to a boil and simmer over medium heat for about 3 minutes. Season with salt and white pepper.
3. Place the warm peas in a blender with the sauce and blend until smooth. Cover and reserve in a warm place.
4. Remove and discard the side muscle from the scallops. Season the sea scallops with salt and white pepper. (For gourmet, stop here and complete the recipe at the host’s home.)
5. Heat a large sauté pan over high heat. (Be certain there is adequate space to keep each scallop separate. Two pans may be required.) Add the butter and heat. Gently lay the thoroughly dried scallops in hot butter and sear on each side for about 2 minutes, browning them well. If the scallops are very large, it may be necessary to reduce the heat at this point and cover the pan with foil to cook them through.
6. To serve, arrange two scallops in the center of the serving plate. Drizzle with green pea cream sauce. Sprinkle with chopped chives. Drape small piece(s) of smoked salmon over the scallops as garnish. Serve immediately.
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The Bay Forest Mommies Club is a good way to meet other like-minded parents of children in the neighborhood and has become a wonderful networking tool for sharing parenting information and other informative types of tips. We plan activities for kids as well as moms. Please join us. Contact Sandra Espinosa at [email protected] if you would like to have some more information about becoming involved with this great group of moms.
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Neighborhood News
Love to sing? Bay Area Chorus Announces Auditions The Bay Area Chorus of Greater Houston invites singers to audition for the 2015-2016 season. Auditions will be held Sunday, August 23rd from 3-5 pm and Monday, August 24th from 6:15-7:00 pm at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church in Nassau Bay. The chorus rehearses on Monday evenings from 7-9 pm. beginning August 24th. The fall concert lineup includes a Veteran’s Celebration performance on November 8th and Christmas concerts on December 5th and 6th. For more information or to schedule an audition, go to www.bayareachorus.org/audition.
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Come learn which insects you don’t need to worry about. Wednesday, September 2, 2015. Gardeners by the Bay first meeting of this season, 9:30 am at University Baptist Church, 16106 Middlebrook Dr., Houston, TX 77059. Free. Guests are welcome. Questions: contact Marjorie 281-474-5051. Visit us at http://gbtb.org
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There are four (4) controlled access tennis courts with night lighting available located at 15715 Lake Lodge Drive. The tennis courts are locked and require a code for entry. The code is published on the www.bayforest.info.
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Bay Forest 4th of July Bike Parade and Pool Party
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Bay Forest Yard of the MonthWe have two gorgeous, lush, green yards for you this month! Congratulations to Debbie and Randy Misfeldt at 15322 Willow Shores and Jan and Kurt Mossberg at 16006 Manor Square for winning the Bay Forest Yard of the Month for August, 2015. Each of these yards demonstrates the importance of continuing to water after a lot of rain. Many of the yards in Bay Forest (including mine!) are turning yellow and brown from lack of water. But some, including these beautiful lawns, have been watered regularly and as a result they are thick, green, and weed free. And people aren’t the only ones who appreciate a cool green yard on a hot summer day; birds love them too. Check out the Cardinals in the Manor Square pictures. The female is on the feeder and the male is on the roof.
15322 Willow Shores Debbie and Randy Misfeldt
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Bay Forest Yard of the Month
I hope you enjoy these pictures of these lovely, calm, cool, relaxing summer yards. As always, if you know of a yard that you think deserves to be Yard of the Month, please send an email to [email protected]. Also, we could use a few more volunteers, so if you are looking for a fun, easy way to volunteer in your community, or just want to meet some neighbors, please send your contact information in an email to [email protected].
16006 Manor Square Jan and Kurt Mossberg
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Time to do battle with hot-weather pestsNow that the heat is on, there are several insect problems we're dealing with in lawns and landscapes.
Fleas and ticks are loving the weather and increasing their populations. I'm also starting to see chinch bugs (RIGHT) rear their ugly heads because of the recent lack of rain.
And thanks to all the April, May and June dampness, mosquitoes are now at their peak season in the area.
So, whatever insect is biting/chewing/sucking you, your pets or your lawn, I've got you covered. Here are my tip sheets that address all these problems: Fleas and Ticks • Chinch Bugs • Mosquitoes - Sprinkler Magician
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Here come the chinch bugs It's August. It's hot. And it's dry. So, here come the chinch bugs - pests that can literally suck the life out of a St. Augustine lawn.
Most chinch bug-free lawns in your neighborhood are the ones with quality irrigation systems - a well-watered and well-fertilized lawn is the best at keeping chinch bugs at bay. The most susceptible are those whose owners go on vacation and neglect to ensure that it's watered while they're away.
It only takes a week or two to lose an entire lawn to chinch bugs. And dead is dead, whether it's from a lack of water or chinch bugs. Dead grass will need to be replaced, because no amount of insecticide, fungicide or fertilizer will bring dead back to life. So fast action is key.
First, though, it's important to know the difference between drought damage and chinch bug damage. The first sign of a chinch bug infestation is yellow spots. People often misdiagnose
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yellowing as an iron deficiency or fungal disease. So, they spray with a fungicide or apply iron — in some cases, even fertilizer. But if the problem is chinch bugs, all that fungicide and iron is a waste. And applying too much nitrogen fertilizer
on a drought-stressed yard is like pouring gasoline on a fire.
So, if you start seeing yellow, irregular patches in the lawn, first find out if the cause is chinch bugs. Get down on your hands and knees to do a little investigation at the edge of the patches... where the yellow and green grass meet. Push the grass aside, and look down near the root systems. If you see tiny flea-sized bugs with white wing pods on their sides, you have chinch bugs. Juvenile chinch bugs have a mostly orange body with a white band through the middle.
For an easy search, use a metal coffee can with both ends removed: Push one end of the can an inch or two into the soil at the edge of a patch, and fill the embedded can with water. If you have chinch bugs, they will float to the top.
Now, I have very specific instructions for chinch bug control. And rule #1 is DO NOT USE A GRANULAR INSECTICIDE! You need to apply a liquid insecticide - a synthetic pyrethroid like bifenthrin, permethrin, cypermethrin or deltamethrin - at least three times over a 21-day period. I suggest once every five to seven days, up to four applications at most.
Reason: You have to treat enough to break the egg cycle.
Sadly, many chinch bug victims use a granular insecticide, or they only make one application of liquid insecticide. Neither one of those methods will break the egg cycle.
You can use granular insecticides as a preventive, especially when it's this hot and dry. But, it's not the answer to a full-blown infestation.
And what if you can detect no bugs? Well, it could be drought-related. Or it could be a nutrient problem. Or a fungal disease. Or it could be an infestation by a completely different critter. Yikes!
By the way, the easiest way to tell if damaged grass has any life left in it, is to grab a handful. If dead hay or straw-like blades come out but the runners have some green, you have a fighting chance. If everything ... roots, runners and dirt ... comes up with the tug, it's probably dead.PHOTOS: Bugs, Test - University of Nebraska; Damage - eXtension Foundation
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Clear Lake Aggie Moms’ Club Upcoming EventsFamilies of incoming freshman and transfer Texas A & M students are invited to join the mothers of current students at the Clear Lake Aggie Moms’ Club (CLAM) “Howdy Party” that will be held at University Baptist Church, located at 16016 Middlebrook Drive in Houston (77059). The Howdy Party will be held on Monday, August 17th from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. The doors open at 6:30, and an ice cream social will begin at 7:00 pm. The welcome meeting will begin at 7:30. Bring your whole family and meet some current students as well as other new students and incoming transfer students. You can ask questions and learn about Texas A&M University and about CLAM, whose main purpose is to provide support to A & M students from the Bay Area. Membership sign-up for new members, membership renewal for current members, fall semester goodie bag sign-up, and a few boutique/spirit items, will also be available. All proceeds from the event go toward academic and book scholarships for students, which are awarded each year in May.
The goal of CLAM is to help Aggie Moms become connected, informed, and supported by other Moms who have experienced the joys as well as the challenges of helping their Aggies become successful. The “Howdy Party” is a positive way to connect with other A&M families from the Bay Area, to get answers to questions you may have, and to learn more about the exciting line-up of activities, opportunities, and scholarship programs that CLAM offers each year.
Information about Clear Lake Aggie Moms’ Club can be found on our Clear Lake Aggie Moms’ Club Facebook page, or by contacting Co-Presidents Lily Wren or Elaine McGough at the following email address: [email protected]. New members are always welcome! Be informed. Be connected. Meet new friends. Learn from people who have wisdom to share.
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CCISD NEW School NewsBig Changes in Technology, Communication, and Student Engagement for 2015-2016The Clear Creek Independent School District is continuously evolving to meet the needs of students. In order to improve, CCISD relies on input from students, parents and staff. Based on feedback and results from an interim study, the school district is making adjustments and improvements to its one computer per student initiative known as Latitude 2 Learn. Based on a recent survey of students, 62% percent of respondents say their teachers encourage them to use technology to create projects or presentations. Seventy percent of student respondents say they use their tablet to explore or learn more about a topic mentioned for their own benefit and equally as many say they use their tablet in core courses. Despite these gains, technical issues with charging the Dell Venue tablets, the lack of keyboards at the high school level, and the inconsistent internet access in classrooms have slowed the progress of this initiative. In response, the school district will implement the following changes this fall:DEVICE CHANGESStudents in grades 8 through 12 will now receive a Dell laptop versus the Dell Venue tablet. It is clear students need the keyboard for their school work. Dell Computers is exchanging the Venue tablet to a Dell Latitude 11 laptop at the high school level with no additional cost to taxpayers. Students in grades 5 through 7 will receive Dell Latitude 10 tablets. These tablets were previously used in grades 9-12. Students in grades 4 and 5 will receive class sets of either a new or refurbished Venue 11 tablet to address the issues with charging the device. Since these devices will remain at the school, the devices will be placed on charging carts every day. All devices will be distributed to students in grades 4-12 at the beginning of the school year. If students in grades 6 - 12 opt-out of receiving the district-issued device, they should bring in their own personal laptop or tablet to be used in class every day. Cell phones are not a sufficient replacement for conducting coursework electronically. CCISD staff will keep their Dell Venue 11 as the charger issue has been resolved. INSURANCE RATE REDUCTIONStudents have been responsible with the district-issued tablets and computers to the extent the school district will reduce its optional insurance rate from $25 to $20 per device and $12.50 to $10 for students who are eligible for free/reduced meals.INTERNET ACCESSThe district is making improvements to its available bandwidth to support the use of tablets in the classroom and around campus. By September 2016, the bandwidth will have more than doubled from 2.1 gigabytes per second (Gbps) in July 2013 to 5.1 Gpbs. By January 2016, the bandwidth will reach 15.1 Gbps. SOFTWARE UPGRADES LinkEd is a new platform and improved platform for teachers to create lesson plans, deliver instruction virtually, and personalize assignments for individual students. Through LinkEd, students will
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Young Scientists are Successful at International CompetitionClear Creek ISD had four students compete in the International Science Engineering Fair this year. At the event, Kavita Selva from Clear Lake High School received a special award from CERN and Intel which included an all-expenses paid trip to the CERN Laboratory in Geneva, Switzerland to observe the world's largest and most powerful particle accelerators. Jenny Schlauch from Clear Brook High School placed third in the Engineering/Mechanical category and Kushal Kadakia from Clear Lake High School won fourth place in the Biochemistry category. Also representing CCISD was Miriam Matney from Clear Lake High School who competed in the Physics/Astronomy category. Congratulations!
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be able to find assignments and resources from their tablet computer, collaborate on projects with classmates at school or at home, and even create their own e-portfolio where the work follows them throughout CCISD and beyond. For parents, LinkEd will replace CCISD4Me and offer parents many additional features:• Fill out back-to-school forms electronically• Update contact and student demographic information• Email teachers • See grades, attendance, and assignments• Decide when and how they want to receive grade alerts• Help their child select courses for intermediate and high school• Register to volunteer• Enroll a new student …and much moreLinkEd replaces CCISD4Me. On August 3, 2015 parents/guardians with an existing CCISD4Me or Parent Self Serve account will receive an email alerting them of their initial login and password. When you receive the email, follow the instructions to set a new password. If you do not receive an email by August 5, 2015, please contact your campus as either your email has changed since last year or you need to establish a virtual account with CCISD. Staff will be able to assist you. For more information, visit www.ccisd.net, email [email protected], or call 281.284.0020.
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CLHS Important Dates• August 24th - First day of school• August 28th - Student computers distributed• August 31st - CLHS PTSA Meeting at 6:00 pm in the MB Aud• August 31st - CLHS Open House from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm • September 7th - Staff and student Labor Day holiday• September 14th - Senior Parent Meeting at 6:30 pm in the MB Auditorium• September 17th - Progress Report distribution • September 21st - Junior Parent Meeting at 6:30 pm in the MB Auditorium• September 22nd - Freshmen Parent Meeting at 6:30 at the 9th Grade Center
Summer Rebuild Update We have received more than 8.5 inches of rain this month, but it has not been to the intensity of the previous storms which flooded the existing building in May. There was a small tornado reported over the construction area earlier this month that did displace several loose items on the jobsite but there was no reported damage or injuries. The erection of steel is complete from close to Krueger (connection has not been made) through the area of the new main entry/administration area. Joists and decking are being installed in the Fine Arts areas and Phase 1 CTE areas. Above ground plumbing has begun in the restroom areas close to the Fine Arts area. The central plant addition has been fire proofed and piping of the equipment is underway. Concrete block wall construction and the installation of the roof is in process. Parking and driveway paving are progressing and will be used for contractor parking/laydown for the duration of Phase 1. The work at Krueger that was scheduled for June is nearing completion. We encountered issues with painting that has extended the closure of the gym area. Work will continue in the interior lobby now that the existing front structure at Krueger has been removed. The campus can use the gym at Krueger next week but the lobby will continue to be closed for construction through the end of summer.
At the 9th Grade Center, the domestic water pipe replacement has begun along with the installation of the roof-top units and ductwork in the gyms. We expect completion of these units over the next week and we will complete removal of the old air handlers as soon as the new units are operational. The HVAC is also being upgraded in the ROTC and Dance areas to accommodate the future temporary CTE classes that will be housed in these spaces during Phase 2 of the project We currently expect completion of Phase 1 in May 2016, but the cost impact of this additional time will be absorbed within the existing contractor contingency for the project. We are working with the contractor to identify ways to gain time on the overall construction schedule so that the cost of future phases can be minimized.
We currently expect completion of Phase 1 in May 2016, but the cost impact of this additional time will be absorbed within the contractor contingency for the project. We are working with the contractor to identify ways to gain time on the overall construction schedule so that the cost of future phases can be minimized.
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New to Falcon Pass? CLICK HERE for new student reg-istration schedule and for details on what paperwork you’ll need to register. School supply listing and the school calendar can be found on Falcon Pass Website.
Want to Get Involved at FPE? Falcon Pass is a great school made even better by the enthusias-tic support of many volunteers. Working and non-working parents, guardians, neighbors, and community members are welcome! Vol-unteer opportunities are available for those who like to lead and those who like to follow, those who have one hour and those who have many, those who like to share their skills and those who like to grow them. Our volunteers are different in lots of ways, but in one way we are the same…we know that there’s no more important use of our time and talents than backing the future! Contact Kelli Glenn at [email protected] to find out where you fit.
Meet and GreetMeet your teacher, catch up with friends, and check out volunteer opportunities for the 2015-2016 school year on Friday. August 21st from 8-10 am in the FPE Library. The first day of school is Monday, August 24th.
Support FPE when you shop! Falcon Pass PTA is a listed charity for Kroger, Randalls, Target Red Card, For The Schools.com, and Amazon Smile. Please consider linking your purchases in these programs to raise money for FPE! More information is available on the PTA’s Facebook.
Join FPE PTA at www.joinpta.org. Membership in FPE PTA is $10.
Falcon Pass ElementarySchool NewsGO VOYAGERS!
"Blast off to SCIS" Cardinal Camp for incoming 6th graders is Tuesday, August 18.Incoming 6th graders will receive schedules, pick up pre-ordered planners and shirts, and attend advisory class. Small school supply kits will be available for sale. PE uniforms will be available for purchase. Please bring cash only for PE uniforms. 7th/8th Grade Schedule Pick Up and PTA pre-ordered t-shirts and planners pick up:Thursday, August 20: 8:15 am - 6:30 pm (PTA Pre-order Pickup: 4:00 pm - 6:30 pm)Friday, August 21: 8:15 am - 4 pm (PTA Pre-order Pickup: 11:00 am - 4:00 pm)
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Edrina Fitting and the Ladybug Realtors give back to Bay Forest and support our children from elementary school through high school!
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1. Director of Committee: Bay Forest Yard of the Month 2. Chair person: Bay Forest Traffic and Speed Control Committee 3. Sponsor: Bay Forest Spring Crawfish Boil 4. Sponsor: Bay Forest Oktoberfest 5. Co-Sponsor: Bay Forest July 4th Bike Parade 6. Sponsor: Many of the Bay Forest Mommies’ Club Activities,
such as the Easter Egg Hunt, Summer Ice Cream Social at the Pool and the Halloween Fall Festival
7. Sponsor: Bay Forest News 8. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School Band 9. Sponsor: Space Center Intermediate School
Academic Recognition 10. Sponsor: CLHS Band 11. Sponsor: CLHS Girls Golf 12. Sponsor: CLHS Baseball 13. Sponsor: CLHS Project Graduation
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Clear Lake City-County Freeman Branch Library
16616 Diana Lane, Houston, Texas 77062 (281) 488.1906 • www.hcpl.net
AUGUST PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS8/17 Creator Space, 7:00 pm at Community Room. Creator-
Space promotes and encourages technical, scientific and ar-tistic skills through individual projects, social collaboration, and education. Come for demonstration and presentation. Network with Makers in the community.
8/20 Green Thumb Lecture Series at 6:30 pm “Low Mainte-nance Landscaping” at the Community Room
8/22 TGIF Series: Summer Film-Girl with Green Eyes, 10:15 am at the Community Room
Book & Writer’s Clubs-Meeting at the Conference Room8/18 at 7:30 pm Hofstetter Science Fiction Fantasy Book Club8/22 at 10:00 am Clear Lake Area Writers (CLAW) 8/27 at 7:30 pm Great Books- Discussion Group
CRAFTS 8/18 Freeman Needlecrafters meets at the Conference Room at 10:00 am to 12:00 pm.
SCOREIf you are a small business owner and need some help, why not schedule an appointment with SCORE now. Small Business counseling are available at the Freeman Branch. SCORE Houston educates, counsels and mentors small business owners. Make your appointment to grow your business by CLICKING HERE or call the library at 281-488-1906. Services are free and confidential.
TECHNOLOGYLearn more about our computer and Maker classes at your Innova-tion Lab. Visit our website or call the library at 281-488-1906. Registration is required.
August programs @ the Teen Zone8/17 Movie Monday @ 2:30 pm– Watch a great movie and
enjoy a tasty snack! 8/18 Post-it War @ 1:30 pm—Come help decorate the Zone
with Post-It note designs!8/20 Gamers Unite! @ 2:30 pm – Tabletop and video games. 8/25 Something Old, Something New @ 4:30 pm—Listen to
selections from an older YA title and a Related new YA title while doing an activity. This session features Madeleine L’Engle’s A Wrinkle in Time and Kirsten Gier’s Ruby Red.
8/26 Freeman Teens Read Book Club @ 4:30 pm – Share your favorite books, songs, movies or television shows while enjoying snacks.
8/27 Gamers Unite! @ 4:30 pm –Tabletop and video games. 8/29 ACT Prep @ 10:30 am—Kaplan will be in the Meeting
Room to present an ACT Prep workshop. *Registration is required. 8/31 Movie Monday @ 4:30 pm–Watch a great movie and
enjoy a tasty snack!
PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN8/17, 8/24, 8/31 Monday Toddler Time at 11:15 8/18, 8/25 Tuesday Toddler Time 10:15 & 11:15 & Preschool Story time 1:308/19, 8/26 Wednesday Book Babies 10:15 & 11:15 & Preschool Story time 1:30
BOOK BABIES: For infants up to 18 months along with a care-giver. The program is designed so that caregivers, together with the librarians, create a fun early literacy experience using songs, rhymes, movement, books and bubbles. Free tickets are available 15 minutes before each session.
TODDLER TIME: For children 18 months to 3 years and their parents or caregivers. This program features books, songs, finger plays, music and movement free tickets are available 15 minutes before each session.
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: For children 3 to 5 years old. This program is designed for children who are ready to sit and lis-ten to stories in addition to enjoying songs, finger plays and action rhymes. Free tickets are available beginning at 1:00 pm.
8/20 Thursday Super Hero Movie! 2:30 pm
Save the Date for the Clear Lake Area Panhellenic Fashion Show “Glamour and Glitz – Vegas Style” will be the theme for this year’s Clear Lake Area Panhellenic Fashion Show fund raising event scheduled for Friday, November 6, 2015, at the South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center in League City. Ellen King is this year’s Chairman for the event, and Karen Weber is the Co-Chairman.
You will once again be amazed by the talents of Lenny Matuszewski with his eye for selecting the perfect runway fashions from Dillard’s for this special event. Plan to attend with your friends and enjoy a glass of champagne as you peruse the unusual silent auction items we will have for your selection this year.
All proceeds from this event go to the Crawford-Zbanek Scholarship Foundation of the Clear Lake Area Panhellenic Association . This Foundation awards college scholarships to area women who are pursuing a college education in Texas. Since 1967 more than $480,000.00 has been awarded in scholarships to young women representing Clear Creek ISD and surrounding school districts. Another philanthropic endeavor of the Foundation is to sponsor girls from local high schools to attend Girl’s State in Austin where young women of our state learn responsible citizenship and love for God and country.
For more information on our organization, please go to our website at www.clearlakepanhel.org.
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The Bay Forest News will run ads for our Bay Forest teenagers free of charge. Please send your ad including your name,
birth date, and telephone number to: TEENS - THE BAY FOREST NEWS
15822 MANOR SQUARE, HOUSTON, TX 77062 Call 281-660-4965 and ask for Marita if you have any questions.
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PERSONAL AD POLICYThere is no charge for a Bay Forest resident to place a Personal Ad in the Bay Forest News. Please email the information that is to appear in the ad to [email protected].
There is no charge for a Bay Forest teen to adver tise in the Teen Job Directory. Get your ad to Marita Moran at [email protected] by the 20th of the month.
COMMERCIAL AD POLICYAd Sizes CostBusiness Card $ 25.001/4 page $ 40.001/2 page $ 75.00Full page $ 150.00Inserts $ 60.00 (you print 200 inserts)
5% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 3 months of advertising space.10% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 6 months of advertising space.15% discount offered if you pay, in advance, for 10 months of advertising space.
NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION INSERT FEES Organizations based within the Bay Forest Community will be charged $25.00 for inserts—all other non-profit organi za tions will be charged $35.00 for inserts. THE BAY FOREST NEWS IS ISSUED THE 1ST WEEK OF EVERY MONTH, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE JUNE/ JULY AND THE DECEMBER/JANUARY ISSUES (10 ISSUES PER YEAR).
THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT ARTICLESOR ADS IS THE 20TH OF THE MONTH.
EDITOR: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 e-mail: [email protected]: Ramona Pias Marita Moran (281) 660-4965 Rosie Pieri (281) 480-7314 Elizabeth LauzonADVERTISING: Marita Moran (281) 660-4965ACCOUNTANT: Cindy CarmineGRAPHIC DESIGN: KrispGraphix (832) 372-5127, [email protected]: 850 householdsPRINTER: MI Printing (281) 486-9884
EDITORIAL NOTESContributions to this paper are welcome; articles, letters to the editor, complaints, compliments, etc. Please submit your copy—typed, if possible, to Marita Moran at 15822 Manor Square by the 20th of the month.
Although all contributions are welcome, we cannot guarantee to print everything that is submitted. The editor reserves the right to edit copy where required.
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Bay Forest ContactsOFFICERS - Bay Forest Community AssociationPresident Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Vice President Barbara McCollum 832-377-1222Treasurer Stephanie Meyers Secretary John Haas Director Tom Camp [email protected] 832-493-5328
COMMITTEES - Bay Forest Community AssociationARC Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444ACLC Dan Pias [email protected] 281-488-0123Tennis John Hass Tennis - Kids Bruce Reistle [email protected] 832-533-1493Tennis - Womens Carol Rush [email protected] 832-630-0350Tennis - Mens A Greg Blackburn [email protected] 281-480-8280Tennis - Mens B Russ Hall [email protected] 281-486-4052Tennis - Mens C LiMin Chang [email protected] 281-483-6906Pool Tom Camp [email protected] 832-493-5328Social Committee John Haas COA/Parks Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Yard of the Month John Haas [email protected]/Traffic Committee Barbara McCollum 832-377-1222Trash Service Oversight Barbara McCollum 832-377-1222Long Range Planning Barbara McCollum 832-377-1222Realtor Advisory Board Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Community Relations John Haas [email protected] 832-377-1222Management Oversight Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Crime/Community Watch Barbara McCollum www.clcw.org Water Resources 832-377-1222Website Oversight Dan Pias [email protected] 713-562-5444Nominating Committee Stephanie Meyers 281-488-0123ORGANIZATIONSGarden Club Katy Lednicky www.GBTB.org 281-488-5655Gourmet Club Alex Valenti [email protected]’ Club Sandra Espinosa [email protected] Blue Marlins Blue Marlins Hotline 832-247-5035OTHER IMPORTANT NUMBERSThe Bay Forest Community Association can be contacted at: [email protected] 15715 Lake Lodge Drive, Houston, Texas 77062AmeriWaste 281-331-8400City of Houston Information (neighborhood protection, solid waste, addresses to public buildings, etc.) 3-1-1Officer Richard Buitron HPD Liaison / 2855 Bay Area Blvd. 77058 281-218-3900Report Suspicious Activity • Non-Emergency # 713-884-3131Poison Control 281-766-4403Albert Thomas Post Office Frances Nix-Davis 281-488-8315
CLEAR CREEK SCHOOLS SERVING BAY FORESTFalcon Pass Elementary Clear Lake High School281-284-6200 Fax: 281-286-2914 281-284-1900 Fax: 281-284-1905 Office Hours: 7:45 am to 3:45 pm Office Hours: 7:00 am - 3:00 pmSchool Hours: 8:15 am to 3:15 am School Hours: 7:20 am to 2:30 pm www.ccisd.net/schools/elementary-schools www.ccisd.net/schools/high-schools/ clear-lake-high-schoolSpace Center Intermediate 281-284-3300 Fax: 281-284-3305 8 am to 4 pm www.ccisd.net/schools/intermediate-schools
