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Memorial Hermann Healthcare System Recognized by Texas Hospital Association

Katy Texas News
Posted February 06th 2012

For its efforts to reduce the incidence of healthcare-acquired infections across its 12 hospitals, Memorial Hermann Healthcare System has been honored with the Texas Hospital Association’s 2011 Bill Aston Award for Quality in the Academic Large Teaching Hospital category. Established in 2010, the award recognizes a hospital’s measurable success in improving quality and patient outcomes through the sustained implementation of a national and/or state evidence-based patient care initiative.

“This is quite an impressive achievement,” says Dan Stultz, M.D., FACP, FACHE, and president and chief executive officer of the Texas Hospital Association. “Memorial Hermann is a role model for other large systems, and this prestigious award recognizes the system for its discipline and commitment to improving patient care.”

The Memorial Hermann Healthcare System includes more than 20,000 employees across 12 hospitals, including Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital. To learn more, visit www.memorialhermann.org. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

McMeans Theater Students Bring the Old West to Life

Katy Texas News
Posted February 06th 2012

McMeans Junior High School theater students recently performed Saga of the Golden Horseshoe, an old west melodrama, under the direction of Ann Batten-Bishop. Pictured are (from left) Zachary Baker, Emily Kimmich, Jack Gammack, Tennille Faber, and Kiara Stewart. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

Golbow Elementary Wins Safe Kids Contest

Katy Texas News
Posted February 03rd 2012

Golbow Elementary School was recently awarded $5,000 by Safe Kids Worldwide, with Sesame Street’s Grover, members of Safe Kids Greater Houston, and volunteers from FedEx Express attending the ceremony. In October 2011, Safe Kids hosted a photo contest on Facebook for schools that participated in Walk to School Day, an annual day dedicated to raising awareness about pedestrian safety. Schools that held Walk to School Day events were eligible to win a $5,000 prize and a visit from Grover as part of the Safe Kids Walk This Way program. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.


Civil Air Patrol Members Practice Search-and-Rescue Techniques

Katy Texas News
Posted February 02nd 2012

Members of the Civil Air Patrol recently staged a search-and-rescue exercise training program at West Houston Airport. The training session was hosted by the Thunderbird Composite Squadron, which has cutting edge communications equipment ready to put into use in the event of a local disaster. Approximately 50 members attended the event, sharpening their skills and flying a total of six aircraft. All of the activities practiced were based on FEMA directives and procedures. Civil Air Patrol is an auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, which regularly participates in search-and-rescue missions nationwide. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

Children’s Book Author and Illustrator Visit Stanley Elementary School

Katy Texas News
Posted February 02nd 2012

The author and illustrator of Fancy Nancy, one of the most popular children’s picture book series, recently visited Stan C. Stanley Elementary School. Students in kindergarten, first grade, and second grade met author Jane O’Connor and illustrator Robin Preiss Glasser. The Fancy Nancy book series is based on a little girl named Nancy, who believes that more is always better when it comes to being fancy. The talented duo of O’Connor and Glasser have written and illustrated numerous best-selling books. This author visit was made possible by Blue Willow Bookshops. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

CRHS Grad Wins National Arbitration Competition

Katy Texas News
Posted February 01st 2012

Cinco Ranch High School graduate Kate Murphy recently competed on the Texas Tech School of Law’s mock trial advocacy team in the American Bar Association’s National Arbitration Competition in Chicago. Murphy’s team took top honors, winning the competition. The team is coached by Shery Kime-Goodwin and includes team members Murphy, Wade Iverson, Jared Mullowney, and Meredith Mills. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

BDJH to Host Regional Science Olympiad Tournament

Katy Texas News
Posted February 01st 2012

Beckendorff Junior High School recently announced it will host the Katy Regional Science Olympiad Tournament on March 3, welcoming over 1,000 junior high and high school students from all over Texas.

BDJH science teacher Scott Lightle is well-known for having pioneered science Olympiad activities within Katy ISD. He has been coaching BDJH teams in science Olympiad competitions for many years now and with great success. In 2009, a BDJH team placed eighth at the national event. In order to reach nationals, teams must place first, second, or third in their corresponding state competitions.

In Texas, the state competition is held at Texas A&M University. In order to compete in their corresponding state competitions, teams must qualify by placing first or second in a regional competition. This year, Lightle has been asked by Texas A&M University to host one of these regional tournaments.

At the upcoming regional tournament, approximately 15 junior high teams and 15 high school teams from across the state will compete for a spot in the upcoming state meet. The tournament will be the first one to be run by a public school, since most regional competitions take place on college campuses. The level of excellence that is expected from the organization of this event was highlighted when the director of the National Science Olympiad, Bob Coverdill, paid a visit to BDJH from the University of Illinois and met with coach Lightle and the team. For more information, visit www.bdjhscienceolympiad.org.

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Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus Expands with New Sports Medicine Program

Katy Texas News
Posted January 31st 2012

Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus recently announced the expansion of outpatient services to include a new Sports Medicine Program dedicated to treating children for all types of sports-related injuries.

The new program provides comprehensive and convenient sports medicine care to the west Houston community and utilizes an interdisciplinary approach for the diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment of children and adolescents from the physically active individual to the premier adolescent athlete.

“We are excited to expand our outpatient services to include a dedicated Sports Medicine Program,” says Michelle Riley-Brown, senior vice president of Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus. “With this comprehensive program, we are able to bring together highly skilled physicians across a variety of sub-specialties related to sports medicine care to fill a critical niche for the athletes in our community.”

The multidisciplinary Sports Medicine Program team is comprised of primary care sports medicine physicians, pediatric orthopaedic surgeons, pediatric and musculoskeletal radiologists, and sports-focused physical therapists, all of whom have specialized training and emphasis on pediatric and adolescent sports conditions. Patients of the new program also have access to other medical services needed to appropriately care for a sports injury, including pediatric emergency medicine, pediatric cardiology, pediatric neurology, pediatric pulmonary medicine, and pediatric regional anesthesia.

The Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus Sports Medicine Program team includes Dr. Jorge Gomez, primary care sports medicine; Dr. Megan May, sports medicine and pediatric orthopaedic surgery; Dr. Scott McKay, sports medicine and pediatric orthopaedic surgery; and Dr. J. Herman Kan, pediatric musculoskeletal imaging. Visit www.westcampus.texaschildrens.org for more information.

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Faith West Academy Cheerleaders Place in National Championships

Katy Texas News
Posted January 31st 2012

Faith West Academy Varsity Cheerleaders recently attended the Fellowship of Christian Cheerleaders National Championships in Orlando, FL. Competing with teams from across the country, they earned fourth place in their division in the finals. In addition to competing and cheering at team events and pep rallies, cheerleaders also volunteer many hours serving the Katy community. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

Katy Elementary Gives Back to Wildfire Victims and Firefighters

Katy Texas News
Posted January 31st 2012

Many families in Bastrop, Waller, Montgomery, and Grimes counties are still struggling after losing their homes to last year’s devastating wildfires. While it will take months and even years to fully recover, the students and staff at Katy Elementary have stepped up to help.
When Jennifer Stockstill of Katy saw a story about members of the Heart of the Pines Volunteer Fire Department on KPRC Local 2 News, she shared it with the school’s PTO board. PTO members decided to donate to the cause, having been inspired by the firefighters who worked so tirelessly and selflessly to protect others when their own homes were in danger.

Students at Katy Elementary School had already been collecting coins to help victims of the wildfire. With this new goal, the students were able to collect $1,100. “Hopefully by our story, others will be inspired and moved to donate,” says Stockstill.

“It strikes at your heart – it’s pretty emotional – [and it] makes you know you’re appreciated,” says John Banning, a member of the Heart of the Pines Volunteer Fire Department, about the school’s donation.

KPRC Local 2 Chief Meteorologist Frank Billingsley visited Katy Elementary to meet the students who reached out to help fellow Texans in their time of need. “What I really wanted to say to you guys is thank you,” said Billingsley to the room full of kids and teachers.

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McMeans Jr. High Participates in National No Name Calling Week

Katy Texas News
Posted January 30th 2012

McMeans Jr. High students involved in the No Place for Hate program recently participated in National No Name Calling Week by making posters for the hallways. The group also designed their T-shirts. All students were given pledge cards for the week and earned rewards for upholding the pledge all week long. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

American Legion Post 164 Presents Elks with POW MIA Flag

Katy Texas News
Posted January 27th 2012

American Legion Post 164 of Katy recently presented Katy Elks Lodge #2628 with a new POW/MIA flag to fly from their flag pole. The Elks Lodge, which generously donates meeting space to the American Legion for their monthly meetings, has formed an alliance of sorts with Post 164. They participate together in patriotic events in the community, such as the Katy Elks Flag Day Ceremony and Veterans Day ceremonies at the Oaks of Brookshire Nursing Home. “It’s just a small token of appreciation toward the Katy Elks Lodge 2628 that we donate this flag,” says financial officer Wallace Klekar. Commander Cormier of Post 164 presented the flag to Ron Gaul, Exalted Ruler of Katy Elks Lodge 2628. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.


Shearer Signs with Lady Cavaliers

Katy Texas News
Posted January 27th 2012

Faith West Academy softball pitcher Valerie Shearer recently signed a national letter of intent to play for Johnson County Community College’s women’s softball team. Shearer was was named to the All-District team from 2007 to 2011 and the Academic All-State team, received an honorable mention at the All-State for 3-A TAPPS competition, and was named team captain in 2011. In the summer months she plays for Envy Gold, a select team in Waller. After six years of pitching, she has developed a screwball that will hit 57 miles per hour and a change-up at 38 miles per hour that keeps a low ERA.

Shearer is currently a member of the National Honor Society and plans to major in business. She is the daughter of Jeff and Lea Shearer. She was joined at the signing ceremony by (seated) coach Jeff Shearer, her mother Lea Shearer, (standing) FWA coach Mike Gifford, and FWA Athletic Director Greg Koch.

Johnson County Community College, located in Overland Park, Kansas, is a two-year college with more than 20,000 students. Under the leadership of coach Aubree Brattin, the Lady Cavaliers opened last season as the No. 7 in Division II fast pitch softball by the NJCAA Preseason Coaches’ Poll. Since 1991, Johnson County has appeared in the NJCAA Preseason Poll every year except 1997. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.

Cinco Ranch High School Members Earn All-State Choir Honors

Katy Texas News
Posted January 25th 2012

Six Cinco Ranch High School choir students, along with two alternates, recently advanced through the rigorous selection process to receive placement in the prestigious All-State Choir, earning the opportunity to perform at the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA) Convention in San Antonio in February. Directors Dorothy Wilson and David Lee are proud of these hard-working, talented students, as well as all of the other students who advanced through various stages of the process. Please mention you found this on www.KatyMagazine.com.


CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital Urges Women to Learn the Facts During National Cervical Cancer Awareness Month

Katy Texas News
Posted January 19th 2012

Cervical cancer is the second most common cause of cancer-related disease and death among women worldwide. However, the number of cervical cancer cases and deaths has decreased significantly. This decline largely is the result of many women getting regular Pap tests, which can detect cervical precancerous cells before they turn into cancer. According to the American Cancer Society’s most recent statistics, about 12,710 new cases of invasive cervical cancer will be diagnosed and about 4,290 women will die from cervical cancer.

Cervical cancer – in most cases – is preventable. We know what will cause it, and we have the technology to fight the disease. While some diseases have easily detectable symptoms, more often than not, cervical cancer can go undetected without any warning signs until it is in its later stages. That’s why it’s imperative for women to become more educated about the disease and take preventative measures. CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital and the Center for Disease Control (CDC) recommend the following preventive screening tests:

  • Regular Well Woman Examinations. The best way to detect cervical cancer is by having regular “Well Woman” examinations. A well woman exam entails a routine pelvic examination, Pap testing and breast examination. The Pap test or Pap smear looks for precancerous cell changes on the cervix that may become cervical cancer if they are not treated appropriately.
  • The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Test. The HPV test looks for the virus that can cause these cell changes. Talk with your doctor, nurse, or other health care professional about whether the HPV test is right for you.
  • HPV Vaccine. Two HPV vaccines are available to protect females against the types of HPV that cause most cervical, vaginal, and vulvar cancers. Both vaccines are recommended for 11- and 12-year-old girls, and for females 13 through 26 years of age who did not get any or all of the shots when they were younger. These vaccines also can be given to girls as young as 9 years of age.

Getting regular exams and preventive screening tests are among the most important things a woman can do for herself.  I encourage women to take a moment – or a pulse check – to pay attention to their body. A woman’s life is too precious to ignore – they are mothers, teachers, sisters, friends and neighbors. Daily exercise, a balanced diet and just simple follow-up visits to their physicians are key to longer and healthier lifestyles.  To schedule an appointment with a CHRISTUS St. Catherine Hospital physician, or to learn more about the hospital’s women’s services, visit christusstcatherine.org or call 281-599-5700.

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Katy Student Robert McArthur Signs with MAC College Cardinals

Katy Texas News
Posted January 19th 2012

Katyite Robert McArthur signed his letter of intent with MAC College Cardinals on Sunday, Jan. 15. McArthur currently plays select ball for the Texas Twins, a team based out of Katy High School and Foster High School in Richmond. 

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From left, MAC College pitching coach Blake Jones, Robert McArthur, Mary Jean McArthur, Texas Twins Head Coach Pat Guillory, and MAC College Head Coach Stan Walden.

 

Painting with a Twist to Host Breast Cancer Fundraiser

Katy Texas News
Posted January 18th 2012

Painting with a Twist studios located in Cypress, Katy and Sugar Land, Texas will welcome guests on Sunday, February 19th 2-5PM at a special Painting with a Purpose paint class to raise funds for breast cancer research. The studio will offer refreshments and a give-away during the paint pARTy.  The fundraiser will benefit Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer.
“We’re delighted to partner with Painting with a Twist studio to raise funds for breast cancer research,” says Catherine Hill, executive director of the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer. “Our family of committed partners is growing and we love their help in spreading the word about the important work of the Vera Bradley Foundation.”

Vera Bradley owners Barbara Baekgaard and Patricia Miller founded the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer in 1998. To date, it has contributed $15 million to the world-renowned research team in the Indiana University Simon Cancer Center in Indianapolis. The team of researchers at the Vera Bradley Foundation for Breast Cancer Research Laboratories is making significant progress and gaining national recognition for their work in the following areas:

  • Detection of cancer long before tumors form
  • Identification of women at high risk for developing breast cancer
  • Breast cancer prevention discoveries
  • Safer and more effective therapies through individualized therapy based on genetics
  • Better treatment of recurrences of breast cancer and prevention of metastasis
  • Enhancing lives of survivors through approaches that improve both length and quality of life

Impressive sales of the Vera Bradley breast cancer awareness colors generate part of this revenue, but another significant portion is the donors like Painting with a Twist studios and those that support their events. For more information about the Vera Bradley Foundation, visit verabradley.org.  Online reservations are strongly encouraged, due to limited seating. Fee is $45/each and 50% of the net proceeds will be donated to this worthy cause.

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Newborn Kits Packed for a Clinic in the Central African Republic

Katy Texas News
Posted January 18th 2012

Junior high youth and volunteers held a packing session at Living Word Lutheran Church to assemble 100 Newborn Kits. The kits consist of items used by a midwife to bathe and clothe a baby born under primitive conditions. They were shipped to the Global Health Ministries warehouse and will be delivered to The Emmanuel Clinic in a sister synod in the Central African Republic.

A need exists for bars of Ivory soap, and flannel fabric for making sturdy receiving blankets. Donations may be dropped off at the office of Living Word Lutheran Church located at South Mason Rd and Westheimer Parkway. You may contact the church office with questions at 281-392-2300.

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Living Word volunteers assemble Newborn Kits for Global Health Ministries.

Teens Tie Knots for Lutheran World Relief

Katy Texas News
Posted January 18th 2012

Members of the junior high youth group at Living Word Lutheran Church are learning to tie knots in baby quilts. The quilts were assembled by the Piecemakers quilting group, and the teens have been recruited to tie the knots to complete the quilts. Baby care kits will then be filled with quilts, baby clothes, and diapers, and sent to the Lutheran World Relief warehouse.

From there, the kits will be shipped to areas of the world recovering from war and natural disasters. Members of the community are invited to donate cotton fabric to use to design the quilt tops. Fabric pieces may be dropped off at the office of Living Word Lutheran Church located at S. Mason Rd. and Westheimer Pkwy. Contact the church office at 281-392-2300.

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Living Word youth group members

Cinco Ranch Junior David Bjerkaas Earns Eagle Scout

Katy Texas News
Posted January 17th 2012

David Bjerkaas recently achieved his Eagle Scout rank, the highest rank in Boy Scouting.  Bjerkaas is a member of Boy Scout Troop 584 in Katy, which is sponsored by the Fellowship of Cinco Ranch.

For his Eagle Project, Bjerkaas led a group of 31 people from throughout the community in the construction of three sturdy picnic tables for Redeemer Community Church.  This effort took 180 service hours.

Bjerkaas joined Cub Scouts as a second-grader in Pack 343 at Fielder Elementary.  As a Boy Scout he has earned 79 merit badges, camped 197 nights, hiked 511 miles, and performed 217 hours of community service. Highlights from Scouting include two treks at Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico, attending the 2010 National Jamboree in Virginia, and sailing on a Seabase Bahamas Adventure.

Since earning his Eagle rank, Bjerkaas has served as a Junior Assistant Scoutmaster for his troop and earned four Eagle Palms.  Bjerkaas is 16 years old and is a junior at Cinco Ranch High School.  After graduation, he plans to attend college to earn a degree in Chemical Engineering.

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David Bjerkaas

Katy’s Own Macy Medford to Host CD Release Party and Red Carpet Event at Stereo Live

Katy Texas News
Posted January 17th 2012

JG Entertainment is excited to announce the CD release party and red carpet event for Katy native Macy Medford’s debut album, Crazy ‘Bout You, on Saturday, Jan. 28.

Guests are invited to walk the red carpet beginning at 6:30 p.m. and must RSVP at RSVP@macymedford.com. Macy will perform songs from her album starting at 7:30 p.m., followed by a CD signing and after party. The event will be held at Stereo Live, 6400 Richmond Ave. in Houston, TX.

Macy was recently nominated for Pop Artist of the Year at the 21st Annual LA Music Awards held at the Avalon Theatre in Hollywood, CA. She caught the attention of Al Bowman, president of LAMA at the famed Whiskey a Go Go where star artists such as Jim Morrison and The Doors got their big break.

“Her music is so fresh and new….and she is such a dynamic girl,” says LAMA President Al Bowman. “We are so proud to have her as a nominee this year.”

Macy’s first single, “Just Me and You” hit international radio its first week of being released and also went straight to number one on the Tween Pop Radio charts. It was the first song to ever debut and hit number one the same week. She also released a music video to the hit song, which was shot at Marilyn Monroe’s house in Studio City, CA.

Macy was born and raised in Katy, TX and is a 14-year-old advanced honor freshman student at Seven Lakes High School. She spends a lot of time going back and forth from LA to record and work on her music career. Macy says,

“I’m really excited for people to hear what I have been working on for the last year and a half,” says Macy.

Macy has joined forces with Katy based artist, Jamison Strain to deliver a great concert. Party goers will be able to purchase her CD at the event rather than waiting for the album to hit iTunes February 7. Influenced by jazz, pop and R&B, the CD is full of jazz infused pop tracks, which transcends all ages. With mature and seasoned writing skills, Macy co-­?wrote all of the songs on the album delivering catchy hooks you cannot get out of your head.

For more information, visit macymedford.com.

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Star of Destiny Gives Honors to Local Teacher and Student

Katy Texas News
Posted January 17th 2012

Star of Destiny Chapter, NSDAR, recently named Kelley Kerlick, a seventh grade Texas history and eighth grade U.S. history teacher at Cinco Ranch Junior High, Outstanding Teacher of American History. Seven Lakes High School senior Phillip Powell received the Certificate of Appreciation for his American flag service.

Kerlick has been teaching in Katy ISD for 21 years, and while she has taught many subjects, her greatest joy is teaching American History. She loves this country and strives each day to passionately present the history of the United States in a way that not only touches the minds of teens but, more importantly, their hearts. Star of Destiny member Rebecca Miller, assisted by her daughter Anna, who is one of Kerlick’s eighth grade students, presented Kerlick with the award during the group’s January meeting.

Powell, a senior at Seven Lakes High School, currently has subscribers in the Seven Meadows and Cinco Ranch Section II subdivisions where he places the American flag in yards for six American patriotic holidays each year. Powell developed this flag service after he volunteered for his uncle in Tyler, Texas. He returned to Katy and developed his own business.

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Seven Lakes senior Phillip Powell received the Star of Destiny's Certificate of Appreciation.

Anna Miller, Teacher of the Year recipient Kelley Kerlick, and Star of Destiny member Rebecca Miller.

McMeans Junior High Choir Performs at Rockets Game

Katy Texas News
Posted January 17th 2012

Members of the McMeans Junior High School choir recently performed at a Houston Rockets basketball game. Students treated Rockets fans to a beautiful version of “The National Anthem” to kick off the game.

The McMeans Junior High School choir is under the direction of Anne Guess.

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McMeans Junior High Choir

Katy ISD to Hold Public Hearing for Academic Excellence Indicator System Report

Katy Texas News
Posted January 16th 2012

Katy ISD will hold a hearing for public discussion of the 2010-11 Academic Excellence Indicator System (AEIS) annual report released by the Texas Education Agency.  The joint public hearing for the Board of Trustees and Katy Improvement Council will take place at approximately 6:45 p.m., Monday, January 23, in the board room at the Katy ISD Education Support Complex located at 6301 S. Stadium Lane.  Annual AEIS reports provide information on student/school performance, as well as information about staff, district finances and programs for the 2010-2011.

The hearing, presented by Dr. Freda Corbell Creech, executive director for research, assessment, and accountability, will begin with an annual performance report based on the recently released AEIS report.  AEIS information for Katy ISD and each individual campus is available on the Texas Education Agency website.  The Katy ISD AEIS report is also available in the Department of Research, Assessment, and Accountability Department, and in the Communications Department at the Katy ISD Education Support Complex.

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Katy ISD Celebrates School Board Recognition Month

Katy Texas News
Posted January 16th 2012

Katy ISD joins districts across the state to thank its Board of Trustees for voluntarily tackling the enormous job of governing local school districts. January has been proclaimed School Board Recognition Month by the Governor, to help highlight the contributions of dedicated men and women who take the time to care about our local schools.

The men and women serving on the Katy ISD seven-member Board are:

  • Joe M. Adams, president – Mr. Adams has served the Katy ISD Board of Trustees since 1989. He also  serves as a director on the Gulf Coast Area Association of School Boards, has served on the Texas Association of School Boards (TASB) Board of Directors since 2011, and is on the Board of Directors of the Southern Federal Credit Union.  Adams spent 30 years in the oil and gas business, working for several service/drilling companies in New Orleans, Dallas, London and Cairo, Egypt.
  • Rebecca Fox, vice president – Ms. Fox has served as a member of the Katy ISD Board since 2004.  She has also been named “Master Trustee” by the Texas Association of School Boards.  Fox is a long-time volunteer in Katy ISD schools through programs like KEYS Mentoring and Junior Achievement.  She was awarded the distinction of PTA Lifetime Member for her dedication to students, families and the community.
  • Robert Shaw, secretary – Mr. Shaw has served on the Katy ISD Board of Trustees since 1997.  Shaw has been an active member in the district, having been a former membership chairman and concessions chairman of the Katy High School Athletic Booster Club.  Prior to his board service, Shaw served the district as UIL swim referee, served on the Katy ISD Plan Committee, served as vice president of the West Houston Aquatic League and served as president of the Tiger Swim Club.
  • Neal Howard, treasurer – Mr. Howard has served on the Katy ISD Board of Trustees since 2009.  Howard has been active in the Katy community, having served as a small group leader at Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church and the Young Life-Katy Adult Committee. Howard has also coached for Katy Youth Basketball for eight years and is a member of the Rice Belt Basketball Chapter of the Texas Association of Sports Officials.
  • Henry Dibrell, sergeant-at-arms – Mr. Dibrell was elected to the Katy ISD Board of Trustees in May 2011. Dibrell is active in the community and is a former member of the Board of Directors of Lifehouse Houston, Houston Police Department’s Youth Police Advisory Council and Somebody Cares Houston’s Board of Advisors.  Dibrell is a member of the Katy High School Band Booster Club, the Katy Bengal Brigade Booster Club and is a flag football coach at Crosspoint Church in Katy.  He is also a member of the Blue Key National Honor Fraternity where he received the Dean Nicolus Award.
  • Dr. Bill Proctor, trustee – Dr. Proctor was elected to the Katy ISD Board of Trustees in May 2011.  Proctor is a member of the Association of Professional Educators, the Association of Texas Professional Educators, and the Katy Chapter of the Association of Texas Professional Educators. He also serves as Katy ISD KEYS mentor, a member of the Katy Chamber of Commerce, and serves with the Katy Higher Education Task Force.
  • Terry Huckaby, trustee – Mr. Huckaby was elected to the Katy ISD Board of Trustees in May 2011.  Huckaby works as a physics, chemistry and biology teacher in Cypress-Fairbanks ISD.  He has lived in Katy for 12 years and serves his community as president of the Creekbend Estates HOA. He also serves on the TSTA/Cy-Fair Executive Board as Regional Treasurer.

For more information on Katy ISD’s Board of Trustees, visit katyisd.org. Katy ISD will honor its Board of Trustees during its regularly scheduled Board of Trustees meeting on Monday, January 23, at 6:30 p.m. in the Katy ISD ESC Board Room located at 6301 S. Stadium Ln.

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Katy ISD Board of Trustees, bottom row (left to right): Rebecca Fox, Vice President; Joe M. Adams, President; and Robert Shaw, Secretary. Top row (left to right): Terry Huckaby, Member; Bill Proctor, Member; Neal Howard, Treasurer; and Henry Dibrell, Sergeant-at-Arms. Photo courtesy of Country Park Portraits.

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