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Mann Eye Institute Opening in Katy
August 04 2010
Southwest Texas’ leading eye care provider, Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center, is pleased to announce the long awaited opening of the Katy areas first “green” full service eye care center, located at the corner of Westgreen and Kingsland. The new Westgreen Medical Center complex will house the Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center’s comprehensive eye care clinic, state-of-the-art LASIK center and Medicare and AAAHC approved outpatient ambulatory surgery center (ASC).
Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center’s new location in Katy will expand eye care services by adding the subspecialties of retina and plastics to the ophthalmic and optometric medical specialty and routine care services currently provided to meet the vision needs of all family members, in Katy and surrounding communities. Drs. Mike and Paul Mann, Dr. Gus Stern, Dr. Gerald Sheldon, Dr. Matt Morello and Dr. Victoria Chin will be supported by our highly trained team of technicians and state-of-the-art testing equipment now available for the convenience of our patients.
The “Green” Westgreen Medical Complex was built according to the internationally recognized LEED certification system based on the metrics that matter most to the future of our community – energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, and improved indoor environmental quality. It is one of only a few buildings in the Katy area built to these specifications with materials purchased from local businesses whenever possible.
“We have always been committed to providing our patients with the very best in eye care and we look forward to seeing our patients in an environment that benefits us all, says Dr. Mann.”
Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center was recently honored in Forbes magazine as one of the most dependable eye care practices in the country based on expertise, experience, technology and patient satisfaction…for the second year in a row!
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Faith West Academy Class of 2010 Valedictorian and Salutatorian
June 16 2010
Claire Elaine Taylor and Marin McNeill Robinson were named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, by Faith West Academy High School.
The valedictorian, Claire, is the daughter of Paul and Rebecca Taylor of Houston. Claire was enrolled in Advanced Placement and Honors classes during her high school career and received an overall GPA of 4.67. Taylor was a leader on her volleyball team, a member of Mu Alpha Theta, and the National Honor Society. In high school, she enjoyed theater arts and was cast in Oklahoma!, Once Upon a Mattress, Music Man, Cinderella, and Thoroughly Modern Millie. She has been active in her church where she teaches kids choir on Wednesday nights.
Taylor received the Texas Education Agency Honor Graduate Certificate for highest ranking graduate in the FWA senior class of 2010. She received the Valedictorian Scholarship from the State of Texas.
During the summer, she will be head of staff at Great Adventures Summer Camp, Cat Springs. In the fall, Claire will attend Texas A&M University, Dwight Look College of Engineering, to study chemical engineering.
The salutatorian, Marin, daughter of Kurt and Molly Robinson, was born in 1992, at Ft. Ord, California. From a military family, she has lived in California, Louisiana, Virginia, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Texas. She came to Faith West Academy during 11th grade, but has always attended a Christian school.
Throughout high school she has been involved in many activities. Robinson has been a varsity cheerleader and had the opportunity to cheer on a competition team that won the Christian Cheerleaders of America National Championship during her freshman and sophomore years. During her junior year, she was a varsity cheerleader for Faith West. She has been a member of the National Honor Society since her sophomore year. She was a member of the Faith West swim team and competed at state levels in the 100 freestyle, 200 medley relay, 100 backstroke, and the 400 freestyle relay events.
Robinson plans to attend the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor (Belton, TX), where she received scholarships for academic excellence and leadership, to pursue a degree in Elementary Education.
Both Claire and Marin exemplify the character and achieved the academic requirements that define them as outstanding 2010 graduating seniors of Faith West Academy in Katy, Texas.
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Harley’s Helpers
June 16 2010
You may know how hard it is when you find out that a friend or family member has cancer. Imagine how hard it is when that friend or family member is a child who is just staring their young life, whether new born or 18 years these precious children of our society are struck with such horrific and debilitating cancers. The affects on them can be life altering. But they are not the only ones affected, parents and family members also have emotional and financial issues usually resulting in one parent having to give up their job to care for their seriously ill child. They sometimes lose their homes and relationships during this walk. What better gift to give; than to reach out and help a neighbor through a donation which will make a loving difference and answer some of their needs.
Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry was formed when my grandson, Harley Johannes Ruppert passed from Neuroblastoma which is an unforgiving killer of usually small children. A lot of Harley’s treatments were built on hope and faith in God that something would help. We had a strong support team of loving church family, doctors, nurses, Ruppert family and friends to see us through this life challenge. We held that love, faith and hope for Harley caring for him through his death in July, 2010. Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry now holds love, faith and hope for other children who walk the same walk or similar walks with other types of cancer.
Harley and we, Rupert’s were very lucky to have such a support system in place. From walking the walk with Harley, our family felt we wanted to keep Harley’s love of life, laughter and wonderment alive along with his true love for everyone. Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry is a mission of love and understanding to support the needs of others battling childhood cancer issues; sponsored through The First United Methodist Church of Katy Missions.
Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry has ongoing projects this summer which we would like the community to participate in. June 1, 2010 through August 8, 2010 we will be gathering donations and School Supplies for Children at Texas Children’s Cancer Center. There is a great need for these School Supplies. June, 2010 we will be delivering three, HP Laptop Computers to M.D. Anderson Children’s Cancer Hospital at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. This is a great need for our children there since some are isolated due to treatments or just too ill to go to the school room and want access to computers. Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry is thrilled to be able to donate these computers because of Hewlett Packard’s generosity and the generosity of our community during Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry Garage Sale in March. Harley’s Helpers Angel Ministry will also have their Annual Fundraiser Luncheon and Silent Auction, August 8, 2010.
For more information, visit www.harleyshelpersangelministry.org or e-mail harleyshelpers@aol.com.
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The Dynamic Mind Summer Student Workshop
June 16 2010
The Dynamic Mind science-based student workshop helps engineer positive changes in the brain. Consequently, attendees learn to use more of their brain’s natural ability. Brittney Hough a St. Louis student stated, “I make A’s on tests I used to make C’s in, My memory and reading improved in ways I never thought possible and it all stuck with me. In fact, it has gotten even better as time has passed!”
During the past 5 years, the Dynamic Mind Workshop has reached large numbers of students, teachers and college professors who expressed great enthusiasm for the workshop’s benefits. Kenneth Graham, Public School Superintendent for Big Sandy ISD declared, “The Dynamic Mind Workshop benefits everyone. I intend to have all of my students and teachers attend one.”
Rachel Groebner a 14-year-old LaMarque student acknowledged, “I have ADD, but in 3 days I went from reading 132 words per minute with little comprehension to 1,200 words and 100% comprehension. My memory improved over 30 times along with my listening and visualization skills.”
Today, MTI has developed a workshop specifically for students. It was used successfully in New Orleans with four high schools where graduating seniors saw their learning quadruple while reading scores skyrocketed from an average of 110 words per minute and 30% comprehension to 470 words per minute with 85% comprehension. Average composite memory scores went from 15% to 70%.
“It’s a miracle,” said Headmaster Milton Montgomery of Ridgewood Prep in Metairie, LA. I am happy to have been part of this.”
Isma Luquette, Director of Metairie, LA’s Jefferson Reading Clinic affirmed, “It was the single most outstanding workshop I have ever attended during the many years I have been a teacher.”
In Houston, the Aldine Independent School District opened the doors of its Hall Academy for a large-scale pilot study. The student workshop produced stunning results as students rose from an average reading effectiveness score of 54 words per minute to 334 words per minute, providing a remarkable 619% increase. More importantly was an underlying increase in focus, comprehension, listening retention and memory. For example, the student’s cognitive memory composite moved increased over 400%.
Attending Hall Academy teachers received comparable benefits as the students. They improved from an average reading effectiveness of 150 words per minute to 533 words per minute. At the same time their average composite memory scores rose from an average of 36.7% to 94.6%.
Both Groups experienced significant increase in listening comprehension and recall so that by the workshop’s end, all were able to listen and later recall foreign language vocabularies using eight languages such that when tested later, scored in the 90 percentile.
Sharonda Charles, attending Aldine ISD Teacher stated, “The Mind Technologies program was extremely beneficial to students and teachers. Students lit up as they recalled information impossible for them to have learned before. There was a level of interest I had never seen before. Everyone participated, asking questions and actually enjoying their time learning new information.”
The Dynamic Mind Workshop builds a strong foundation for a student’s educational experience by encouraging positive brain development. This helps students learn more efficiently by using more of their brain.
Well know physician, Dr. Richard Walker with practices in New York, Chicago, Atlanta and Houston said about the Dynamic Mind Workshop, “It is solid science for the entire mind. There is nothing like it in the world. It is life changing, and it will make a difference.”
For more information check out their website at www.mindtechinstitute.net or call 832-526-0714.
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Katy Christian Ministries’ Food Pantry Fast Facts
April 16 2010
Katy Christian Ministries is a non-profit organization serving the Katy and West Houston areas. We have social services that provide emergency financial assistance, food pantries, a crisis center that houses the domestic abuse center and sexual assault center. Additionally, we have two resale shops and two donation centers.
In 2009, Katy Christian Ministries’ Food Pantry:
• Served more than 7,312 families and 21,828 Individuals. Children represented 53% or 11,508 of those served.
• Provided 8,742 grocery bags and 2,558 personal Care bags.
• Distributed 11,969 pounds of hamburger meat
So far in 2010, we have seen an increased demand in the following areas:
• Families 18%
• Adults 15%
• New Families 26%
• Hamburger meat 27%
It costs $7,250 every other month for one Personal Care bag per family served alone.
Most requested items:
• Vegetable Oil
• Mayonnaise
• Pancake mix with Syrup
• Apple Juice
• Ritz Crackers
We’re proud of the work we are doing in the community and could not continue without your support. 2010 will prove to be an especially challenging year and we need your help. Please consider supporting Katy Christian Ministries. You may make a donation online at www.ktcm.org or call 281-391-5261.
Additionally, we are currently collecting Box Tops for Education coupons, Soup Labels for Education, and plastic grocery bags.
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Book Benefit to Support Krause Children’s Center
April 16 2010
On Saturday, May 22, Tools 4 Life Books will host a fundraising benefit to support the Tools 4 Teens Program for 65 teen residents at Krause Children’s Center, Katy. The powerful 8-week Tools 4 Teens Program will equip students with critical life skills in the areas of Peer Pressure, Cyberbullying, Anger/Forgiveness, Healthy Relationships, Substance Use and their Consequences, Self-Worth and overall positive living.
The benefit to be held in the Life Center at The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch from 6 p.m.-9 p.m. will include a silent auction, dinner and performances by teen sensations Mary Sarah Gross, Sean Hardin and Christian Warner. These gifted teens have extensive experience both locally and nationally with multiple performances with Theatre Under the Stars, Broadway and nationally recognized musical productions. Their performances will reflect the mission of Tools 4 Life Books – to give hope for a future filled with peace, love and abundant blessings.
Ticket sales are sold by the table (8). Contact us to reserve a table for your company or organization. E-mail klitvak@tools4lifebooks.net or call 832-606-6026.
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Revolution Martial Arts
February 15 2010
Are you one of those that have been a fan of Mixed Martial Arts? Do you want your kids to be bully proof, more confident and discipline? How about training in real Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, Muay Thai or Judo? Tired of your work out and want to try CrossFit? Well, Revolution Martial Arts and Fitness is what you’re looking for. Opened in January by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt and MMA fighter Jeff Messina, Revolution Martial Arts and Fitness is a powerhouse in the Katy/West Houston/Sugarland Area.
Jeff is teaching along side with world class trainer Saul Soliz who happens to be filming his second season of T.U.F, the Ultimate Fighter reality show as former UFC World Champion Tito Oritiz’s MMA coach. In addition we have several world class assistant coaches.
We strive to teach quality martial arts in a professional environment for all levels and ages. We are going to be a supporter of the community through outreach and fundraising. I plan on working with my Church, Second Baptist to partner on projects that we can utilize our resources to help those in need through scholarships,food drives and community outreach projects.
In Addition we offer CrossFit. CrossFit is a fitness program that uses constantly varied, high intensity, functional movements. Practiced by military, special operations, law enforcement, firefighters, professional MMA fighters, and soccer moms alike, CrossFit is for anyone wanting to strive for elite fitness and longevity in life. Not to be mistaken for just living longer, but physically living life to the fullest.
For more information on Revolution Martial Arts and Fitness please check www.revolutionmartialartsandfitness.com or visit us at
414 W.Grandparkway suite 197
Katy,TX 77494
281-702-0789
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2010 Christian School Directory
October 20 2009
Katy Christian Magazine is proud to present it’s 2010 Christian School Directory. Below you will find a list of schools in the Katy area who seek to provide a high-quality christian education.
Bear Creek United Methodist Church School
12 months – Kindergarten
16000 Rippling Water Dr.
Houston, TX 77084
(281) 463-2969
bearcreekumc.org
Bear Creek UMC School has been a leading school in the Bear Creek area for over 25 years. Our philosophy incorporates the understanding that each child has a unique learning style and stage of development; and they learn best through hands on experiences. This awareness that children learn best through play and discovery, through rich experiences to observe and participate, is known as “The Bear Creek Way”. Our youngest students are 12 months old prior to the first of September and we have classes through kindergarten. Our hours are 9AM to 1PM or 2PM and there are 2 day, 3 day and 4 day options. Our Transition class meets five days a week for five year olds would benefit from “the gift of an extra year to grow” before entering kindergarten. We offer a family friendly community in a Christian atmosphere that is nurturing for the children as well as the parents. There are many opportunities for parents to be involved in the classroom and with other school families through special events and field trips. For more information visit www.bearcreekumc.org or call 281-463-2969 to schedule a tour. Registration for 2010–2011 classes will be Monday, February 22 at 9:30 AM.
Building Rainbows Day School
Toddlers – School-Aged Children
13922 Schmidt Rd.
Cypress, TX 77429
(281) 890-7498
buildingrainbowsdayschool.com
Building Rainbows provides a superior environment for nurturing children’s growth and development. Our atmosphere is positive, joyful, safe and filled with fun. Our staff encourages children to develop a secure and positive attitude about themselves and those around them.
Our classroom environment is structured, yet flexible, and our activities are very “hands-on.” Children learn by doing: dramatic play, cooking, math, science, art, language, letters, and numbers are all a part of our curriculum. Our program presents developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that challenge children to think and solve problems. We believe that children thrive on meeting challenges and succeeding!
Children’s Lighthouse of Cinco Ranch
23060 Westheimer Parkway
Katy, TX 77494
(281) 395-4466
childrenslighthouse.com
At Children’s Lighthouse we strive to make a difference in you and your child’s life. Whether it be social, emotional, academic or physical we want to stand out in your eyes. Our Infant & Toddlers are taught with an Innovation curriculum. This curriculum will focus on building your child’s large and small motor skills, eye strength by bringing objects farther and closer, and their social and emotional development. They have fun learning through stories, finger plays, arts and crafts and baby sign language. As for our older children beginning at the age of two – five we will start teaching with the A Beka curriculum. The A Beka curriculum is a Christian based curriculum which will have bible passages throughout its teaching. It upholds an appropriate level of excellence for each age. Your child receives their own “school books” and feels accomplished when completing planned activities. The curriculum contains language development, listening skills, formation of vowels, blending ladders, phonics and reading, simple counting, number recognition, addition and subtraction, poetry, writing, manners, history, science and much more. Come visit us for our Annual Fall Festival on October 23, 2009 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm. We hope to see you there.
Faithwest Academy
Pre K3’s – 12th Grade
2225 Porter Road
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-5683 ext. 229
faithwest.org
Faith West Academy, the oldest and largest private school in Katy, has an enrollment of over 650 students in preschool through 12th grade. The school operates on the principles of the Christian faith and incorporates these principles in its purposes, goals, procedures and operations. The interdenominational student body is rooted in Christianity representing over 165 area churches.
FWA is fully accredited through International Christian Accrediting Association. The teaching staff is fully degreed in academic disciplines from elementary to high school. Texas Association of Private and Parochial Schools State Teacher of the Year 2005 and State Coach of the Year 1996 & 2006 are on staff.
FWA students enjoy a full range of academic, extracurricular, and spiritual needs. From athletics to academics, from music to missions, from clubs to chapel our students are encouraged to express their uniqueness.
“Our mission is Excellence Without Compromise that enables our students to achieve God’s purpose in their lives,” says Principal Mary Strickland. “We take pride in the academic achievements of our students, the skills of our teachers, and the involvement of our parents.”
To schedule a tour of our facility or obtain further information you may contact Cathleen Parks, Registrar, at 281-391-5683, extension 229.
Grandma’s House Child Care Center
Ages 6 weeks – 12 years
14840 Branch Forest Dr.
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 494-3105
westoaksprivate.com
Welcome to West Oak Private and Grandma’s House where we emphasize a well rounded education focused on both academic excellence and learning through enrichment activities. We offer our educational experience in a secure environment with a low student to teacher ratio and very experienced teachers. Our teachers have on average 5 years of teaching experience. We offer Infant (six-weeks and up) Toddler, Threes, Pre-Kindergarten, Bridge, Kindergarten and 1st Grade.
During these formative years young children learn through exploration, social interactions, observation, play, and discovering both on their own and through teacher lead activities. Enrichment activities including dance/movement, music and Spanish also give children other avenues for self-expression. Our developmentally balanced approach combined with what you as parents teach your child forms a foundation for them to become life long learners. A journey filled with questioning instead of answering.
Houston Christian High School
2700 W. Sam Houston Pkwy. N.
Houston, TX 77043
(713) 580-6000
houstonchristianhs.org
This has been an outstanding year at Houston Christian High School! HCHS enrolled the highest number of students in its history, and our students were recognized in all areas at the district, state, and even the national level! We are honored that the United States
Military Academy named us a “School of Distinction.” Our beautiful Pampell Family Chapel was completed and dedicated in January. More students received National Merit Scholars recognition than ever before. We have so much to celebrate, and praise God for his continued blessings.
The 2008-2009 school year promises to be a banner year with the continued growth in enrollment and an incoming freshmen class of over 120 students. The newly developed Passport to Lead program will integrate leadership development throughout the curriculum. Nationally acclaimed Fuller Seminary has selected HCHS as its extension campus in Texas and will begin offering evening graduate programs in the fall.
Excellent schools like HCHS become extraordinary through the dedicated service of a gifted faculty, strong leadership from the Board of Trustees, and the voluntary gifts of time, treasure, and talent of parents and friends in our community that share our vision for building an exemplary educational Christian community.
Memorial Lutheran School
Elementary – 8th Grade
5800 Westheimer Rd.
Houston, Texas 77057
(713) 782-6079
mlchouston.org
Memorial Lutheran Church established Memorial Lutheran School in 1980. We have programs for infants through the eighth grade. Our school offers a challenging Christian and Classical curriculum that includes the following:
Daily religious instruction; Weekly chapel; Saxon Math Program K-8 (Honors math in 7th-8th grades); Saxon Phonics Program in Early Childhood & Elementary; Language Arts: Shurley Grammar, Spelling Connections, New Moves Writing; Geography: Rand McNally Online Geography Curriculum; History: Veritas Press, History Fair; National Geography Bee; Fall Drama (middle school) and Spring Musical (elementary grades); Logic classes; Computer Lab: Pre-K – 8 Computer Technology Curriculum; Science: Harcourt Publishing Hands-on Science Curriculum; Science Lab (middle school), Science Fair grades 2-8; Art, Music, Band (required for 5, elective 6-8), Orchestra and Choir (elective); Spanish – Begins in Preschool 3’s; Latin – 3rd – 8th required; Physical Education PreK – 8 (gymnasium and large fenced playground); Field Day each May; Inter-school Athletics 4th – 8th Grades soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball and baseball; 7th and 8th grade trips; National Junior Honor Society 7th and 8th grades; After-school activities to include Kid Fit, Dance, Karate and Etiquette (all at extra costs); Field Trips throughout the school year; Summer Program with activities to include swimming, arts and crafts, Vacation Bible School, computer, cooking, sports clinics and field trips.
For additional information, please contact us at (713) 782-6079 or visit our website at www.mlchouston.org.
Memorial Lutheran Preschool
18 months – age 4
5810 Third Street
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-0171
mlckaty.com
We teach pre-school children about God’s creation through a strong, age-appropriate academic program. Your children develop a foundation for all future learning…in a Christ-centered, loving and safe environment.
Led by the Holy Spirit, we exist, first and foremost, to help children know Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior. To this end, we strive to: develop the child’s awareness of self-worth and personal identity as shown in Christ’s death and resurrection; teach children about God’s creation through a strong, age-appropriate academic program and provide a foundation for all future learning in a Christ-centered, loving and safe environment; support and equip the family by providing personal time and training for parents and connecting them to a church home; and be a beacon of light in our community.
Mission Bend Christian Academy
3710 Hwy. 6 South
Houston, TX 77082
(281) 497-4057
missionbendchristianacademy.org
At Mission Bend Christian Academy hearing students learn American Sign Language. Starting with kindergarten, all elementary students attend formal sign language classes once a week. Even the preschool children benefit from signing through the songs they sing in the classroom and in chapel. The initial intent of the course was to offer a fun and creative course that had the hidden benefits of learning. The children love the program and their natural curiosity motivates them to learn more and more. Initiated as a second language program, the sign language classes have proved to be valuable in strengthening the multiple intelligences of the students.
Learning sentence structure and the nuances of meaning of sign language increases the students verbal-linguistic intelligence. It assists in improving awareness and skills in grammar and descriptive language. The students learn syntax and sentence structure. Whenever a child learns a second language, his native language skills are strengthened and typically also flourish.
As the children become more confident in their signing, they are able to strengthen their intrapersonal intelligence. Communicating in sign language necessitates the correct facial expressions. The students learn how their body language conveys the varied shades of meaning of words that are being signed. It is not long before even the beginning students gain self-confidence in standing before people communicating in a new way.
Tiger Land Preschool
5315 E. 5th Street
Katy, TX 77493
(281) 391-8750
tigerlandpreschool.com
Tiger Land provides a superior environment for nurturing children’s growth and development. Our atmosphere is positive, joyful, safe and filled with fun. Our staff encourages children to develop a secure and positive attitude about themselves and those around them. Our classroom environment is structured, yet flexible, and our activities are very “hands-on.”
Children learn by doing: dramatic play, cooking, math, science, art, language, letters, and numbers are all a part of our curriculum. Our program presents developmentally appropriate learning opportunities that challenge children to think and solve problems. We believe that children thrive on meeting challenges and succeeding!
For the past 25 years, we have provided a high-quality learning environment. Our definition of high-quality includes: Maintaining a staff-to-child ratio that is below state licensing mandates; safe and clean facilities; well-trained, caring teachers and staff; a preschool curriculum that lays the foundation for future educational success; an abundance of classroom supplies, materials and resources; an environment that encourages children to enjoy learning, questioning, and exploring; and well-equipped playground areas.
We go the extra mile for your children because we know how precious your children are to you. Throughout the day, we are here to share smiles and to give your children a hand to hold until we return them safely to your arms at the end of the day.
Come and see the Tiger Land difference for yourself!
Wellspring Children’s Academy
18518 Green Land Way
Houston, TX 77084
(281) 647-2800
wellspringchildrensacademy.com
Introducing Wellspring Children’s Academy, a Premier Child Care and Early Education Private School, soon to be open in your Katy neighborhood.
Wellspring Children’s academy is committed to teaching Christian faith and values to children ages: infants (from 6 weeks), Preschool, K-Readiness, Private Kindergarten, Before and After School and Summer Camp.
We specialize in an enhanced, Abeka-based® Christian curriculum, offered to children ages 2yrs through Private Kindergarten. Additional educational programs include: Baby Sign Language®, Math Their Way®, Fun with Fitness and weekly chapel. Every classroom is equipped with brand new, age-appropriate toys and equipment chosen to stimulate, educate and delight children of all ages.
Wellspring Children’s Academy features a Before and After School program which includes free transportation to and from neighborhood schools.
We are reaching completion of our state-of-the-art, age-specific, playgrounds and water park feature. Also, nearing completion is “Noah’s Ark”, an “in-house” structure containing a computer lab and game area, complemented by a stunning animal wall mural.
Wellspring Children’s Academy is now accepting registrations for all ages. We are filling up fast as we reach our Grand Opening date of Monday, October 26th. We encourage you to call for more information or come by and visit with us. Share our excitement as our vision comes to life!
Westlake Preparatory Lutheran Academy
23300 Bellaire Blvd.
Richmond, TX 77406
(281) 725-1130
westlakeprep.org
Students prepared for today. With our outstanding faculty and challenging student expectations, Westlake will prepare our students to achieve at today’s challenges.
With a strong parent and faculty partnership, our students will be taught, cared for, nurtured, at home and school.
Students prepared for tomorrow. It is predicted that 75% of jobs that today’s Kindergartners will have, haven’t yet been invented. Students at Westlake will learn to read so they can read to learn. Our students will be prepared for the next level of school and of life as outstanding Christian leaders.
Students prepared for eternity. It is the Spiritual that makes us different from the school down the street. At Westlake, God’s Grace is the culture of our morals and values, lived and taught.
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Serve Fest 2009
August 18 2009
For the volunteers of Compassion Katy, the past few months could be summed up with one phrase: Katy ServeFest 2009. Many hours of planning and prayer went into the preparation of this two weekend long work event and, according to Diane Walker, Executive Director of Compassion Katy, “It was all worth it.”
Katy ServeFest began with a dream: What would happen if churches in the Katy area came together once a year to impact our community? As a result, Compassion Katy came up with Katy ServeFest. Many churches have their own outreach events, but Compassion Katy sought to reach into the community as a united Body of Christ, rather than as separate churches or denominations.
The fourth annual Katy ServeFest took place on July 25th and August 1st, 2009. Partnering churches included The Crossings, Grace Fellowship UMC, Grand Lakes Presbyterian Church, The Fellowship at Cinco Ranch, and Vineyard Church The sites chosen for this year event were, the Krause Children’s Center and YMCA’s Camp Cinco. We were blessed with over 300 volunteers, representing more than 2,000 volunteer hours. A wide variety of projects were completed over the course of both weekends, including painting, power washing, landscaping, organization, and construction.
The staff members of both sites were extremely grateful for all of the work that the volunteers completed. “We are blessed to have received so much support the past two weekends,” said Brian Haines, Executive Director of the Katy Family YMCA, “I know the kids will love the changes…and we have surely started something that will impact kids for years to come.”
Volunteers also had the opportunity to take part in two “love-ins” during the week between the two ServeFest weekends, which gave them the chance to interact with the kids that will be most impacted by the work that was done. One group went to Williams Elementary and made cards for the troops with the Arc of Katy kids, who often use Camp Cinco as part of their weekly activities. Another group, consisting mainly of volunteers from Grand Lakes Presbyterian Church, put on an ice cream social for the kids at Krause Children’s Center. The staff members mentioned what a joy it was to see the kids so excited about a treat that average kids often take for granted.
For more information about volunteering with Compassion Katy or Katy ServeFest 2010, please visit www.compassionkaty.org or www.katyservefest.org. The next big event, a Fall Workday, will take place on October 17th, 2009, and youth groups in the area will serve together at a location in the Katy area. Other local events are continually being posted on the Compassion Katy website, so check back frequently if you would like to find ways to impact your community.
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Faith West Valedictorian and Salutatorian
June 10 2009
Chase Riggs and Stephanie Taylor were named valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively, by Mrs. Mary Strickland, Principal of the Faith West Academy High School.
The valedictorian, Chase, is the son of Cole and Mary Riggs. Chase not only excelled in the classroom where he took Advanced Placement and Honors courses and had a four year GPA of 4.65, but also participated in numerous extracurricular activities. During his senior year, Chase served as National Honor Society vice-president, a member of Mu Alpha Theta, and played lead positions for the Eagle baseball club.
Chase will receive the Texas Education Agency Honor Graduate Certificate for highest ranking graduate in the FWA senior class of 2009. He received a scholarship offer of $58,000 from Mary Hardin-Baylor, Belton, TX where he will attend classes in the fall.
The salutatorian, Stephanie, is the daughter of Bill and Cheryl Taylor. Stephanie was enrolled in Advanced Placement and Honors classes during her high school career and received an overall GPA of 4.53. She was active as a cheerleader, varsity basketball player, a member of the National Honor Society (historian during her senior year), ComedySportz, and had lead roles in school drama productions: Oklahoma, Cinderella, and Diary of Anne Frank.
Stephanie was the recipient of $144,000 in scholarship offers. Stephanie hasn’t decided which college she will attend as she considers offers from Baylor University, Abilene Christian University, and Mary Hardin-Baylor. Her plans are to major in International Relations and work in national security and foreign affairs.
Both Chase and Stephanie exemplify the character and achieved the academic requirements that define them as outstanding 2009 graduating seniors of Faith West Academy in Katy, Texas.
For more information, contact:
Faith West Academy, 2225 Porter Road Katy, TX 77493. 281.391.5433 • www.faithwest.org
