The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department’s (TPWD) Inland Fisheries Division has selected 21 projects to be supported by the new Habitat and Angler Access Program (HAAP). The program, which launched in June 2021, is primarily funded by the purchase of freshwater fishing licenses. “The Habitat and Angler Access Program offers us a new opportunity to support much needed fish habitat enhancement initiatives and shoreline-based access improvements that will improve conservation of fisheries resources and quality […]
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Academic Equity Advocates Gives You Tools & Advice to Become Effective Academic Advocates for Your Children; We Will Help You Level the Playing Field
By George Scott * 281-818-7872 Project Director, Academic Equity Advocates * ghscott2050@aol.com http://www.academicequityadvocates.com Let’s take the YES part of the answer because the State’s and the Texas Education Agency’s three decades of compromising the integrity of its student testing and accountability systems means this: The State’s failure to tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth about its ethically deprived and historical academic deception and grade-level-corruption in performance standards affects most parents […]
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Katy ISD Participates in DEA Prescription Drug Take Back Day on April 27
KATY, TX [April 19, 2024] – The Katy ISD Police Department is partnering with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the biannual National Prescription Drug Take Back Day. Scheduled for Saturday, April 27, this event offers the community a safe and convenient opportunity to dispose hazardous, expired, unused, or unwanted medications. We kindly remind participants not to include needles or sharp objects, and to ensure that liquids are presented in their original prescribed containers. “We extend […]
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American Furniture Warehouse Funds Katy ISD Teacher Grants
Annual $chool Rewards Program supports Katy ISD Education Foundation (Katy, TX) – American Furniture Warehouse recently signaled its support of Katy ISD teachers by contributing significantly to the Katy ISD Education Foundation’s Inspiring Imagination teacher grant program. This year’s donation of $28,120 brings AFW’s three-year total contribution to more than $100,000, making them a leading Katy ISD Education Foundation supporter. “Our vision for The Katy ISD Education Foundation has always been to unite our […]
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Katy ISD School Board Election Voting Information
Early Voting Set for April 22 – April 30 KATY, TX [April 18, 2024] – It’s election time! This year, voters have the opportunity to elect two Katy ISD Board of Trustees for Positions 6 and 7. Early voting will be conducted each weekday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. beginning Monday, April 22, 2024 and ending on Tuesday, April 30, 2024. A special Saturday early voting will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2024. Election […]
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Seven Lakes High School Boys Soccer Clinches State Championship
KATY, TX [April 16, 2024] –Seven Lakes High School etched their name into the history books over the weekend, winning the boys’ soccer 6A State Championship, solidifying their status as a dominant force in Texas high school sports with a second consecutive state title. The thrilling victory showcased the talent, dedication, and teamwork of the Spartans’ soccer program, filling their school community with immense pride. In an electrifying match on Saturday, the Seven Lakes High School […]
Aristoi Classical Academy to Hold Open House for Prospective Students
By George Slaughter Aristoi Classical Academy, a tuition-free, public charter school that offers classical education for grades K-12, is holding an open house for prospective students. Aristoi, which has an enrollment of over 1,200 students, has two campuses in Katy. One is an elementary school for grades K-4. The other is an “upper campus” for grades 5-12. It has a school for grades K-6 in Cypress. Here is the Aristoi open house schedule, all set […]
How to keep your wigs happy? Do’s and Don’ts of Maintaining Them!
Just like our natural hair, our wigs need proper care and attention too for their longevity. To make things easier, we have enlisted some things to consider for maintaining hair wigs. Understand the type and style of wig you are choosing It is important to understand the benefits and drawbacks of the wig before buying. While a human hair wig bears strength and is highly resistant, it tends to tangle less and does not melt. […]
Things You Need When Moving in A New Place
Even if you’ve done everything you can to prepare, moving can still be stressful, and even you have hired the best-rated removalist company in your city. Moving stress can be difficult to deal with because there are so many moving parts, literally! But don’t be overwhelmed! We’ve put together a helpful moving guide below to assist you in making the process less stressful. There are several necessities when moving into a new home. For example, […]
Walking is the main exercise people can do to lose weight
Walking is a popular form of exercise for people who want to lose weight and stay healthy. Walking works almost every muscle in the body and it’s easy on your joints. Walking can be part of a daily routine or you can break it up into smaller sessions throughout the day as well as squeeze it into an already busy lifestyle. Walking can benefit your overall health, including helping you to manage your weight. Walking […]
What happens if students are allowed to teach each other?
No matter how banal it may sound in the current conditions, distance learning at one time gave rise to many problems. One of them is that parents were forced to help their children with mastering the material and completing homework. According to a study by The Guardian, parents before the pandemic spent an average of 7.5 hours a week helping with “homework”. The transition to distance learning has only worsened this situation – the indicators […]
Eric Dalius suggests some business startup ideas that can be started with limited resources
As a student, you may not have a lot of money to invest – and the stakes for your next idea might be too high. Your business needs to find reliable ways to generate revenue as quickly as possible. A successful small or medium-sized operation is determined by making good use of its budget and using available software & hardware tools to improve business operations whenever possible. If you’re still looking for startup inspiration, here […]
Unique Holiday Gift Ideas for Adults and Children in 2021
Holiday gift-giving is a tradition that people all across America practice. Whether you’re celebrating Christmas, Hanukkah, or any of the other winter holidays, gifts are a big part of the celebration. People love unwrapping surprise gifts. Whether it’s something big or small, you want to make sure you get something that will bring a smile to people’s faces. Finding just the right gift can sometimes feel like looking for a needle in a haystack, but […]
Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office Accepting Citizens Police Academy Applications
By George Slaughter RICHMOND–The Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Office is accepting applications for its Citizens Police Academy. The academy is a program for citizens seeking to learn about law enforcement as well as those considering a career in the field. The program gives an overview of the criminal justice system and the sheriff’s office through classroom presentations and practical, hands-on experience. The program consists of two-hour sessions held on 12 consecutive Thursdays. Hours are from […]
Hengst filtration solutions for commercial vehicles
Quality filtration systems are essential for the optimal performance of commercial vehicles. Commercial vehicles in Australia must withstand extreme weather and driving conditions to deliver cargo to their customers. Without quality air, oil and fuel filtration systems, you risk dealing with unnecessary downtime due to driver fatigue and unplanned roadside failures. Hengst is a leading producer of high-performance filtration and fluid management systems for commercial vehicles. The company is famous for developing quality solutions that […]