The Sold-Out Soiree Celebrated Houston’s Vibrant Arts Community Theatre Under The Stars hosted the Leading Ladies Luncheon on April 22 at Houston’s renowned Tony’s on Richmond Ave. The event honored Cissy Segall Davis with the Shirley Stein Outstanding Champion in the Arts and Education Award for her extensive work in the arts community in Houston. “Cissy has been a champion for and has helped shape many Houston arts institutions, including TUTS,” said Hillary Hart, TUTS Executive Director. “We are delighted to honor her passionate work in the […]
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Jordan, Paetow Collect All-District Soccer Picks
By Terry Carter District 19-5A proved powerful this soccer season as the Jordan Warriors and the Magnolia Lady Bulldogs both claimed Region III-5A titles and played in the state semifinals. For the Jordan boys’ team, which finished second to Paetow in league play, claimed the Region III-5A crown and played in the 5A state semifinals, the All-District special awards were spread out among a host of talented players. Despite Magnolia’s success in the girls’ 5A […]
19-6A Boys’ Soccer Awards Diversified
By Terry Carter After a brilliant run to the 6A state semifinals, the Seven Lakes Spartans were among four Katy ISD teams to receive All-District 19-6A Distinct Awards after the boys’ soccer season. Tompkins’ Luis Lugo picked up the District MVP honor. And Falcon boys’ soccer coach Tom Jones received the Coach of the Year accolade. Cinco Ranch’s Danny Vargas was 1-of-2 players honored as Forward of the Year. Cougar Ossian Elgstrom also shared Defender […]
Trees For Houston, LyondellBasell and The Astros Foundation partner to distribute 2,500 trees at Minute Maid Park to celebrate Earth Day 2022
In celebration of Earth Day 2022 (April 22), Trees For Houston partnered with LyondellBasell and The Astros Foundation to give away 2,500 native trees to Houston-area residents on the morning of Saturday, Apr. 23 at Minute Maid Park with the goal of beautifying their yards and helping the environment. A steady stream of nature enthusiasts from nine counties representing 50 zip codes around Houston drove through the tree pickup line at Lot B, outside Minute […]
Katy ISD Outdoor Learning Center Wins Summit Architectural Award
Located in the heart of a quiet wooded area, just west of the Leonard Merrell Center, Katy ISD’s Kenneth D. Welch Outdoor Learning Center (OLC) was recently honored with the Summit Architectural Award from the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE). The A4LE Design Awards program is known for recognizing learning projects that positively impact teaching and learning and come to fruition through a sound planning process that focuses on the needs and expectations of the […]
Katy ISD Destination Imagination Teams Head to Global Competition
Twelve Katy ISD Destination Imagination (DI) teams will advance to the Global Finals Tournament in Kansas City, MO on May 21-24, the most in Katy ISD history. This year’s event will be an in-person celebration after two long years of hosting competitions virtually. Katy ISD recently sent 17 teams to compete at the Lone Star Finals DI tournament in Arlington, TX. The following teams will represent Katy ISD at the Global Tournament. Campus Team Name […]
Katy ISD Recognizes “Of the Year” Employees
Each year, Katy ISD has the honor of recognizing outstanding employees for their contributions and impact on the District at the annual “Of the Year” Awards Ceremony. This year, Katy ISD recognized more than 150 employees who exemplify what it means to be a staff member in Katy ISD. They share their time and talents with students, families, other staff and the community each day. Their commitment, dedication and passion are a large part of […]
Soccer: Jordan Warriors Make Bold Statement In Varsity Debut
By Terry Carter The Jordan boys’ soccer program apparently cares for some traditions and not for others. In the boys’ first varsity soccer season, some might say that making the playoffs would be a distant hope. However these Warriors believe in themselves and refuse to be limited by probability, even in the face of adversity. Jordan soccer coach Jason Meekins has established teamwork, work ethic, dedication and determination with the focused Warriors. The result? Scrappy, […]
Fort Bend Christian Academy Student-Athletes Sign National Letters of Intent to Continue Athletic Careers at Collegiate Level
Fort Bend Christian Academy students and families gathered on campus today, Tuesday, April 12, 2022, to celebrate five outstanding athletes as they signed National Letters of Intent to play sports at the collegiate level. Four athletes signed to play football, and one athlete signed to play soccer. Blaine Baird has committed to play Division III Football for Southwestern University in Georgetown, Texas. He has played football for 12 years, a four year varsity letterman, and […]
Houston Symphony World Premiere Commission From Jennifer Higdon And Itzhak Perlman Solos And Conducts
The Houston Symphony kicks off the final month of the 2021–2022 Season with a pair of important classical events: Robert Spano leads the Houston Symphony commissioned world premiere of Jennifer Higdon’s Duo Duel for Two Percussionists and Orchestra featuring Symphony Associate Principal Timpani and Percussion Matthew Strauss and guest percussionist Svet Stoyanov, May 6, 7, and 8, 2022; and Houston Symphony Artistic Partner and violin superstar Itzhak Perlman performs and conducts two works by Mozart, and leads the orchestra in […]