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Tales of an Outlaw Teacher – episode 1
Tales of an Outlaw Teacher – episode 1
In another life, I labored within the bowels of the California public school system for 17 years. This was a productive, though trying time for me, as evidenced in part by the following story… I spent the first two years of my teaching career at Liberty Elementary School in Riverside, California (Room 3 - 6th grade). The school was home to many colorful characters. We had Mr. Hernandez, the school principal (he was super cool - think Ricardo Montalban on Fantasy Island). He was always relaxed, no matter the crisis. I think his biggest concern was not spilling grape soda on his polyester golf slacks. Then there was Mrs. Phillian, next door (she was a battle-hardened classroom veteran). My friend Mr. Heath, from across the hall, was perhaps the funniest teacher I ever met. He could never walk past my classroom TV and VCR without reaching out his hand and feigning electrical shock. He got a reaction from me every time. And the students… Memorable was Billy Maruffo. He was the only kid in 6th grade who had to shave (I think he was 19). His favorite pastime was mooning the school bus every morning before boarding. 08/09/2023 23:00
Quick, convenient and delicious Back-to-School snack ideas
Quick, convenient and delicious Back-to-School snack ideas
Back to school is a time of new beginnings for kids. Between classroom learning, extracurricular activities, sports and social- izing, fun and filling snacks can help kids have a moment away from school-year pressures while also encouraging all that excitement and learning. 08/09/2023 23:00
“Summer Cold”
“Summer Cold”
So, I got a cold. 08/09/2023 23:00
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series to start in August
Multi-County New Landowner Educational Series to start in August
The Multi-County New Landowner Education program is a series of eight informational meetings, seminars, and field days designed to make new landowners in Austin, Colorado, Fayette and Washington counties aware of what types of agricultural enterprises are best for their property. 08/09/2023 23:00
Letter to the Editor
Letter to the Editor
– Columbus has amenities for tourists and children but, sadly, not for its senior citizens. Several playgrounds with elaborate equipment have been built and maintained year after year. 08/09/2023 23:00
Child care centers closing across state
Child care centers closing across state
An unprecedented number of child care centers are expected to close across the state as pandemic relief funding ends, the Texas Standard reported. A survey conducted by the Texas Association for the Education of Young Children of about 1,600 child care programs indicated 44% were likely to close their doors without additional funding. Federal pandemic relief funds ended for most centers in June. 08/09/2023 23:00
BANNER COURTS
BANNER COURTS
08/09/2023 23:00
Building Better Caregivers
Building Better Caregivers
LA GRANGE – Caring for a family member who is age 60 or older and find you need help managing your caregiving tasks? 08/09/2023 23:00
Rice CISD AD and Head Football Coach Brad Dumont speaker at EL Noon Lions Club
Rice CISD AD and Head Football Coach Brad Dumont speaker at EL Noon Lions Club
COACH BRAD DUMONT 08/09/2023 23:00
Turtle Wing receives grant
Turtle Wing receives grant
Turtle Wing Foundation was recently granted $25,000 from Texas Mutual to be used for therapeutic, educational, and recreational scholarships for those with learning challenges in rural areas. These funds will be used to directly fund services, ranging from speech therapy to tutoring to inclusive dance, for those whose families may not be able otherwise to afford the services. 08/09/2023 23:00
Gordon Library hosts kin of namesake
Gordon Library hosts kin of namesake
Gordon Library hosts kin of namesake 08/09/2023 23:00
Harvest Fest set in Weimar
Harvest Fest set in Weimar
WEIMAR – The annual Harvest Fest in Weimar is set for fun and food for this coming Sunday, Aug. 13. 08/09/2023 23:00
Shots fired in Sealy
Shots fired in Sealy
SEALY – Sealy Police were dispatched to a private gathering in the 1200 block of Sealy Road for a report of shots being fired. 08/09/2023 23:00
Food preservation in 21st Century workshop set
Food preservation in 21st Century workshop set
LA GRANGE – The Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Offic es of Austin and Fayette County will conduct a food preservation workshop on Saturday, Sept. 30, at the Fayette County Ag Building, 255 Svoboda Ln. in La Grange. 08/09/2023 23:00
Medicare 1 on 1 Enrollment Programs being offered
Medicare 1 on 1 Enrollment Programs being offered
Medicare Open Enrollment can be confusing. To answer questions on what to do whether you are signing up for the first time or re-signing up for the 2024 year attend one of the two “Medicare 1 on 1” workshops being offered by the Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area and hosted by Fayette County Committee on Aging, Schulenburg Regency Retirement Villas, and the Fayette County AgriLife Ex- tension office. Yvette McVey, lead benefits counselor with Area Agency on Aging of the Capital Area, will provide information on Original Medicare Part A & B, Medicare Advantage or Medigap Plans, Part D Prescriptions, and Medicare Savings Program, plus answer questions if you are work- ing past 65. 08/09/2023 23:00
Hello Ink joins Eagle Lake Chamber
Hello Ink joins Eagle Lake Chamber
Hello Ink joins Eagle Lake Chamber 08/09/2023 23:00
Industry State Bank presents Cyber Security event
Industry State Bank presents Cyber Security event
COLUMBUS – Industry State Bank and the Friends of the Nesbitt Memorial Library cohosted a second Cyber Security event July 3 at the Nesbitt Memo - 08/09/2023 23:00
Altair boat ramp completed
Altair boat ramp completed
Altair boat ramp completed 08/09/2023 23:00
Ronny Haynie scores a touchdown
Ronny Haynie scores a touchdown
COLUMBUS – Ronny Haynie walked away from the Columbus Education Foundation auction on July 22 at Houndsong Brewing Co. in Columbus with a smile and an autographed football from Spencer Burford, right, offensive guard of the San Fran- cisco 49ers. 08/09/2023 23:00
NEW ARRIVALS
NEW ARRIVALS
PERALES Jonathon and Katlyn Perales of Columbus announces the birth of their son, Kade Anthony Perales, born July 3 at 11:24 a.m. at Columbus Community Hospital in Columbus. 08/09/2023 23:00
Schulenburg and Brazos kick off volleyball season with scrimmage
Schulenburg and Brazos kick off volleyball season with scrimmage
SCHULENBURG – The Schulenburg High School volleyball team hosted a scrimmage August 4 at Shorthorns Gym that included teams such as Brazos, Halletsville, and La Grange. The basketball court was separated into two halves with volleyball courts and each team played 25 minute scrimmages, then would switch to their corresponding court to play a different team. 08/09/2023 23:00
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