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SCUC chief: Be proud Editor: When the city of Schertz asked me to be part of a group of residents who would participate in a meeting to discuss the wonderful things about living in Schertz, I gladly accepted the invitation — I never pass up the opportunity to brag about any of the communities served by the SCUCISD. Likewise, I feel a great deal of pride for all the schools in our district. Asking me to pick my “favorite school” is like asking a mother to pick which of her 14 children is her favorite. I love all our schools and appreciate each school for its unique personality. In last week’s Herald, there was a section that highlighted Schertz. Clemens High School is a wonderful school that has provided a quality education for thousands of students during the past 40 years. The residents of Schertz are also served by a second newer high school, Steele High School, which is enjoying a wonderful reputation although it has only been open for three years. A quality education is available at all of our schools, including the two traditional high schools and our alternative high school, Allison Steele Enhanced Learning Center. We consider all of our schools premier schools. From the tree-lined streets in Universal City that lead to Rose Garden Elementary to the newest subdivision along Interstate 35 and every neighborhood in between, parents can be proud of the SCUCISD schools that serve their children; I know, because I have the same pride for all of them. Dr. Belinda Pustka SCUCISD superintendent Judson lights, JHS atrium Editor: Something has occurred in the Judson School District that warrants an explanation. Some how, some way, the district’s stadium disappeared! Yep, the stands and the light standards disappeared. Since this was the property of Judson tax payers, they’d like to know when these items were removed and by whom. Who authorized their removal? It couldn’t have been Luis Rodriguez’ decision because all they’ve done to him is reduce him job status, from associate superintendent to director of maintenance. A reduction in pay but not much of a drop. If the stands and light standards were sold, they brought a real good price. There are smaller schools around the state that would pay for that inventory. What price did it all bring? Where did that money go? I think it’s time for an accounting! I was a member of that school board for (18) years and we never had a big over-run of the budget. That was when the majority of the building was completed! I recently viewed a rendition of the proposed new Judson High School. Talk about foolishness. It shows a two or three-floor atrium that will require heating and cooling! It appears to hold no students! I’ve always been a tree-shaker when it comes to construction of public buildings. Architects have a tendency to design memorials to themselves and their companies. I would think Judson’s taxpayers would be asking these questions, not someone who has already moved out of the district. Charles A. Reid Jr. Former JISD board member, Schertz resident SCORE helps businesses Editor: During these uncertain times for the economy, I wanted to alert your readers that 41 counselors are volunteering to provide free and confidential counseling to “start ups” and ongoing businesses in the San Antonio area through SCORE, “America’s Counselors to Small Busi-ness,” a not-for profit 50l(3) c agency. Call 403-593l and volunteers will set an appointment. The office, located with the Small Business Administration, is located at l73l9 San Pedro, Building 2 (next to the China Harbor Restaurant) and is open every business day from 9 a.m.-noon and 1-4 p.m. Additionally, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tuesday through Thursday, these volunteers counsel for free on the l9th floor of the Frost Bank building downtown. The local Web site is www.sanantonio.org and there are also many free services, including e-mail counseling at the national Web site, www.score.org. The current chair of SCORE is Gordon Sanford. J. David Palmer SCORE representative Project Graduation boost Editor: Samuel Clemens High School seniors would like to thank the following businesses and individuals for their donations toward Project Graduation: Baseball City; Rick Kopp; Knights of Columbus; Carrera Optical; Clemens All-Sports Booster Club; Coach Tuggle; Harmon’s BBQ; Taco Cabana; CiCi’s Pizza; Dr. Mark Penshorn; Schertz Bank & Trust; RBFCU; Bed Bath & Beyond; South Texas Orthodontics; Dimensions Contracting; Firetrol Protection Systems, Inc.; Brenda Sue General Growth Properties, Inc.; Mia Bella Candle Fundraising; Rebecca Sims, Verizon Wireless; Coca Cola; Shipley’s Doughnuts; Wal-Mart; Chili’s (Schertz); Charley’s Grilled Subs (Forum); Sam’s Club; Freddy’s; Merle Norman; Mr. Sherwin Winbush; Peter Piper Pizza; Borders; TGIFriday’s; Boomer Jack Wings (Forum); and the Verizon Wireless Amphitheater. Project Graduation provides an all-night, alcohol-and-drug-free lock-in party for the graduating class, as 154 of this year’s graduating seniors attended Project Graduation on June 7 at Dave & Buster’s in San Antonio. Activities from midnight-5 a.m. included unlimited games (earning tickets for prizes), a movie room, a D. J. with music and dancing and a photographer to take pictures. Food and sodas were available all night. Each participant received a gift bag with a gift card for Wal-Mart and various fast-food places. Gift cards for stores and restaurants were raffled off during the night. Tickets for the Verizon Amphitheater, a Sony PS3 game system and two Guitar Hero games were also won in raffles. Everyone had a great time. Thank you! Lynn Cowan Schertz resident |
