Emergency Water Condition
Release Date: 08/15/2019 10:28 amAround 5:30am, CLWSC began to observe significant decreases in water storage tanks along Hwy 281. Shortly after, customers began reporting water outages and/or low water pressure from River Crossing south into Bulverde. Crews had already been dispatched to investigate and discovered a damaged water line in the remote section of the Rebecca Creek area. This damage caused significant water loss in our distribution system. The water line has been repaired, but the water
Comal ISD Earns “A” on State Accountability with 60 Distinctions
The Texas Education Agency (TEA) released its 2019 Accountability Ratings today, and the Comal Independent School District earned a grade of “A” with a score of 92 in the state’s A-F accountability system. All 30 of Comal ISD’s campuses received passing grades with more than half earning an “A.” This score places Comal ISD among the top school districts in the state with only 257 districts out of a total of 1,022 earning an “A.” This overall rating is based on performance in three areas: Student
DON’T BE FOOLED BY FAKE MOVIE MONEY!!
DON’T BE FOOLED BY FAKE MOVIE MONEY!! Over the last few weeks, the New Braunfels Police Department has seen an increase in the number of reports of people who have been fooled by fake currency that is meant to be a novelty, but is, instead, being used to steal property or services. WHAT TO LOOK FORFake bills can look extremely similar to real bills unless you know what to look for. And it may seem obvious, but sometimes it’s the obvious that goes undetected. 1. Check for bills marked with “For
Stray Wars- a music and comedy event to benefit Animal Rescue Connections
Stray Wars! A music and comedy fundraiser benefit for Animal Rescue Connections Saturday August 24th 4-7 pm Conroy's Bar and Grill 21119 Hwy 281 N, San Antonio 78258Tickets are $20 and include entertainment by the Mike Ellis Variety Band and comedy by Theresa Walker. Ticket price includes meal choice of Grilled Chicken or Portobello Mushroom Steak and non-alcoholic beverage. Reserve your meal at https://conta.cc/31EzOiu All proceeds benefit Animal Rescue Connections We are looking forward to seeing
Comal County Crime Stoppers needs Your Help
Public Release:The Comal County Sheriff’s Office is seeking to identify the female suspect involved in a series of wedding venue theft offenses. This elusive suspect has been dubbed “The Wedding Crasher.” The Wedding Crasher has been frequenting wedding events not only in Comal County, but surrounding counties as well, preying on unsuspecting families and friends. The suspect arrives uninvited to weddings, poses as a guest and then steals the gifts. The Comal County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s
Comal ISD Receives Inaugural TAEA District of Distinction Award
The Comal Independent School District received a District of Distinction award by the Texas Art Education Association (TAEA) on July 29. With only the top 2 percent of districts in the state receiving this inaugural distinction, Comal ISD is leading the way in providing a well-rounded education that advocates and integrates visual arts curriculum, inspires creativity and reaches all different learners.“Comal ISD has set the standard for visual arts advocacy, integrated visual arts curriculum and
Ranch Radio Group is 7th time Bonner Mclane Award Winner
The Texas Association of Broadcasters honored partners in service at the 2019 Annual Convention in Austin, Texas. The prestigious Bonner McLane Award was presented to The Hill Country’s own Ranch Radio Group for outstanding public service to local communities. Accepting the award on behalf of Ranch Radio Group’s four-station cluster were owners Mark and Susan Grubbs.“This award means a lot to our team,” Mr. Grubbs said, “as it recognizes the many, many hours, including weekends and after-hours that our
Sunglasses and Snowcones @ Community Bible Church Bulverde
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Guadalupe River State Park - August 2019 Family Programs
August 2019 Family ProgramsGuadalupe River State Park3350 Park Road 31Spring Branch, TX 78070(830) 438-2656 (Park Headquarters)Look for more programs and information on the park’s webpage:http://www.tpwd.state.tx.us/state-parks/guadalupe-river Like us on Facebook!Facebook.com/GuadalupeRiverStatePark Guadalupe River State Park offers a wide variety of programs for the public throughout the year. All programs are free with park admission of $7 for ages 13 and above (12 and under free) or a current
DIY Saturday to focus on ideas for packed lunches
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, JULY 30, 2019: NEW BRAUNFELS — With a new school year about to start – and with it the prospect of hundreds of lunches to pack in the coming months – the Comal County extension office is offering a DIY Saturday class to help give parents packed lunch ideas for the fall. Connie Sheppard, extension agent for family and community health, will provide plenty of fresh ideas for delicious meals sure to fuel kids – and maybe parents – through the afternoon. The class will be 9-11
Homebuying 101 - Everything you want to know about the process
What: The Hancock Team Presents- Homebuying 101 When: Monday August 5, 2019 | 6:30PM - 7:45PM Where: Mammen Family Public Library @ 131 Bulverde Crossing Bulverde TX, 78163 Are you thinking about buying a new home, but don't know what to do? Then this is the class for you! What are your options?How does the process work?What kind of timeline should you expect?How do mortgages work?Do you really have to put 20% down?Is there anyone who can oversee the process to make it much easier? After you finish
Comal ISD Day camps offer summer fun through learning
Now that summer has reached the midway point, many parents may be hearing the same old childhood refrain, “I’m bored.” If it is time to put down the game controllers and look for more engaging ways to spend the final days of school vacation, look no further than the summer courses offered through Comal ISD’s Community Education Department. Summer camps are still available through the end of July and into early August for almost every interest including music, art, science, robotics, Legos,
4th Annual Back to School - Blessed
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Mid-Year Report 2019 Bulverde Spring Branch Activity Center
Growing up, the year 2020 felt so distant and it is a surreal feeling to know that we have passed the halfway point for 2019 and only have 5.5 months before the next year is upon us. These past six months went by quicker than a Ferrari on Autobahn and I’m excited to share what we’ve been up to at the center (and, if you haven’t had a chance to visit, what you’ve been missing)! I would like to thank all of our past and current volunteers, sponsors and donors for allowing us to continue our mission and to
Help! I'm a Small Business Do I Really Need These Digital Media Tools?
Help! I’m a Small Business Do I Really Need These Digital Media Tools? I work with small businesses in marketing. I can tell when my suggestions aren’t registering. For some, it starts early when I mention increasing their social media presence. For others, it takes more technology talk like when I bring up an email list. Some of these small business owners simply nod at my suggestions. The more direct of them ask, “Do I really need these things?” Maybe you share their feelings. I get it. Who has time
Smithson Valley High School Welcomes Three New Coaches to Athletic Staff
The Comal Independent School District is welcoming three new coaches to the athletic staff at Smithson Valley High School including Amanda Wolf-Schramm as head softball coach, Matthew Sutherland as head girls basketball coach and Trenton Hall as head cross country coach. Parents, students and community members are invited to a meet-and-great for all three coaches at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 28, in the Varsity Gym at SVHS.Wolf-Schramm comes to SVHS from Elgin High School where she has served as the head softball
Pilates By Design, LLC to Host Power PIlates Education Programs
Pilates By Design, LLC TO HOST POWER PILATES EDUCATION PROGRAMSPilates By Design, LLC Confirmed to Offer Power Pilates Certifications Starting September 6-8, 2019 Spring Branch, TX: Pilates By Design, LLC is pleased to announce their new hosting affiliation with Power Pilates, the leading educator of Classical Pilates. Pilates By Design, LLC will hold their first Power Pilates training, Core Mat I, on September 6-8, 2019. The Core Mat I program is the foundation of the Power Pilates method. Each subsequent
Comal ISD Student Named 2019 Student Hero in Surprise Ceremony
Abigail Redin, a Smithson Valley High School junior, was presented with the 2019 Student Hero award by Texas State Board of Education District 5 Member Ken Mercer Thursday, May 16, at SVHS. Redin, 17, was nominated for the annual award by SVHS Principal Michael Wahl, who believed Redin’s volunteer work and leadership truly embodied the award’s mission, which is to recognize students who have demonstrated and inspired acts of kindness and compassion. The SBOE Student Hero award is a
Comal ISD Construction Trades Signing Day
Wednesday, May 15, was a momentous day in Comal ISD as four Canyon High School students "signed" job offers from local trades companies. Thanks to the pilot construction program at Canyon, these students have been gaining real-world experience with local contractors throughout the school year, landing them job offers and a plan for their futures come graduation on June 1. Surrounded by their friends and family, these Cougars will be working in roofing, plumbing, and electrical services. Bryson
Acclaimed San Antonio athlete raising funds, awareness of sex trafficking.
In Texas, it is estimated that there are 79,000 victims of sex trafficking each year. The average age a girl is first trafficked is 12-14. Eighty percent of Bexar County’s sex trafficking cases involve minors. San Antonio acclaimed athlete and volleyball coach April Fricke is cycling 1,103 miles along IH-10 corridor from Beaumont to El Paso, Texas May 6 through May 20 to raise awareness of human trafficking in Texas. Fricke will be half way through. Thank you to Texas MedClinic for being a Corporate
4 Steps to Reworking Your Personal Brand
Personal branding is incredibly important these days. If you’re not marketing yourself and your career as part of your brand, you should be. Your personal image is critical to your business because customers and potential customers want to do business with people they know, like, and trust. Expanding your personal brand can help you connect on a deeper level with your audience and give them those three things. You may assume if you haven’t worked on your personal brand in the past that you don’t have one.
SPRING BRANCH PHARMACY Introduces New Prescription Medication Disposal Method
Drug disposal solutions tackle medication abuse; provide a safe way to dispose of unused drugs (Spring Branch, TX—12/17/18) – Spring Branch Pharmacy is partnering with Sharps Compliance, Inc. to combat the growing epidemic of prescription drug abuse by providing solutions to safely dispose of opioid painkillers and other unused medications. MedSafe® drug collection and disposal receptacle is now located in Spring Branch Pharmacy for the safe and anonymous disposal of unused or expired medicines and
Smithson Valley High Duo Headed to National Contest for Community Project
A dynamite duo from Smithson Valley High School is preparing to compete on a national level this summer in Anaheim, California, after winning a state-level competition in April. As members of the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America, FCCLA, organization, SVHS seniors Sahar Zaeri and Jocelyn Moody took top honors at the FCCLA State Leadership Conference in Dallas on April 6, for their Chapter Service Project Portfolio. Their project, Senior Night Out, is a community outreach program offered
Comal ISD Named Semi-Finalist in 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards
The Comal Independent School District was notified in early April that it was selected as a semi-finalist for 2019 H-E-B Excellence in Education Awards. This is the first year that Comal ISD has entered the prestigious awards, which recognizes teachers, principals, school districts, early childhood providers and school boards from across the state of Texas. “This honor is a testament to the hard work and dedication that every teacher, staff member, administrator and parent gives every day to our
Fourteen Smithson Valley High Seniors Sign Letters of Intent
Wednesday, April 17, was National Signing Day for 14 student athletes from Smithson Valley High School who signed letters of intent to play their sport at the collegiate level in the fall.With family and friends joining in the celebration, the 14 SVHS Rangers took the next step in both their educational and athletic careers. The sports which these athletes will continue to pursue are as varied as the students themselves. Four will continue to play la crosse; two will run track; two will play football; one
Belle of the Ball 2019
The 4th Annual 2019 Bulverde Belle of the Ball Prom Dress Project was a smashing success! Our Boutique weekend started with a bang with girls waiting to get in when we opened the doors at 9:00! On Saturday morning, we had seven fitting rooms filled with giggling girls and a line through the Boutique awaiting their turns. Our community made sure that the girls had plenty of dresses to try on…we had approximately 700 dresses in stock. Sixty five girls purchased at least one dress and as a result,
The Sport of Fencing Gains Momentum in Comal ISD
While fencing was one of the first sports to by played in the Olympics, only a handful of Texas high schools have teams. High school students in the Comal Independent School District, however, are trying to change that, paving the way for the future of the sport in public schools.While fencing is not a UIL sponsored sport, it has become an important part of Comal ISD's intramural sports and now boasts teams at Memorial Early College High School (MECHS) and Canyon Lake High School (CLHS).In fact, these teams
Business Incubator Class Expands Next Year
The Comal Independent School District launched a pilot business program at Smithson Valley High School this past fall. The Business INCubator class was designed for students with an entrepreneurial spirit and a dream to own their own business one day. With a successful year almost completed, the district has announced that the program will be offered next year at Canyon High School and Canyon Lake High School as well as SVHS. The class gives students an opportunity to create and fully develop their own
Control the Bleed Empowers Young Teens to Say Something, Do Something
Instead of running, dancing or exercising during physical education, athletics and dance class recently, every middle school student in the Comal Independent School District, that’s 5,642 total, learned hands-only CPR, tourniquet application and how to use the emergency 911 system. As part of the national Stop the Bleed initiative, Comal ISD partners with the Healthcare, Innovations, and Sciences (H.I.S.) Centre in Bulverde to teach students to “see something and do something.” “Control the Bleed is
Close Your Local Land Transaction With Your Local Lawyer
The Law Office of Jason M. Rammel, P.C. now offers title insurance and closing services as an approved attorney for Texas Lone Star Title. Services include reviewing the title commitment, document preparation, resolution of title and closing issues, and conducting closings for residential, commercial, and farm and ranch transactions in Comal County and statewide. Closings can be conducted remotely or at our offices located in Faithville Park, 17080 Highway 45 W, Suite 108-B, Spring Branch, Texas. Jason
Canyon High Students Glimpse Future Careers with Construction Internships
Comal Independent School District developed a pilot program at Canyon High School this year in response to the growing need for skilled workers in the construction industry. The Architecture/Construction graduation pathway has allowed students interested in a career in construction to literally, cinch up a tool belt, roll up their sleeves and work for a local construction company, gaining real-life experience.Both students and business partners agree; the construction pilot program at Canyon High is a big
Tree Lighting is a work of Art
Tree Lighting is a work of Art Want to enjoy your property and trees at night? Often when you think of outdoor lighting, you think of highlighting the features of your home. Trees are often a lower priority but tree lighting can make such a dramatic difference. Just one light can make your tree a piece of art! There are two main types of tree lighting; up lighting and down lighting. Up lighting involves placing lighting fixtures at ground level where the light shines up into the tree. The light is
Three Comal ISD Students Qualify for Texas High School Rodeo State Finals
High school students across the state compete throughout the year in rodeos, in order, to qualify for the State Finals Rodeo, and this year, three Comal Independent School District students did just that.Three students from Comal ISD have qualified for the Texas High School Rodeo Association’s (THSRA) Finals Rodeo for Region VI. They will compete June 8-15 in Abilene.Canyon High School senior Emily Becker, Smithson Valley High School junior Megan Miller and SVHS sophomore Hannah Wittig competed in 12
Kiwanis Diaper Drive Delivery for St Jude's Children's Ranch
2019 totals this year for Kiwanis Diaper Drive for St Jude’s Children’s Ranch exceeded the drive last year thanks to the generous people of our communities with the donations of 11,976 Diapers and 16,474 wipes!This year we had two schools engaged in collection of diapers and wipes. Canyon Lake High School Student Council advisor Tina Platt contacted us after they read the article in the New Braunfels Herald-Zeitung to be included in the drive. They collected 739 diapers and 536 wipes. Bracken Christen
Canyon Lake Water Service Company Announces Results of its Customer Survey
Canyon Lake, TX – SJWTX, Inc., doing business as Canyon Lake Water Service Company (CLWSC), today announced the results of its inaugural customer survey. The survey found that overall 81% of customers indicated they are either satisfied or very satisfied with CLWSC service. Customers also gave CLWSC particularly high marks for the services it provides:90% of survey respondents say CLWSC provides excellent or good professional and friendly customer service89% of survey respondents they feel the
2019-20 Comal ISD Academic Calendar approved
Mar. 1, 2019 — The Comal ISD Board of Trustees approved the 2019-2020 academic calendar during its February 27 board meeting. The District’s Calendar Committee, comprised of parents, students, teachers, and administrators spent the last several months developing two calendar options for the 2019-20 school year, taking into consideration the needs of students, staff and families, as well as any changes made at the state level. Comal ISD asked students, parents and staff to provide feedback regarding
Comal ISD Names District Teachers of the Year
Feb. 22 - Hoffmann Lane Elementary teacher Rishanne Frech and Spring Branch Middle teacher and coach Tyler Clements were named District Teachers of the Year for the Comal Independent School District. Frech was selected to represent elementary campuses, with Clements selected to represent secondary schools. Both District Teachers, along with 28 other teachers named Campus Teacher of the Year for their school, will be honored at Comal ISD’s annual Night of Stars banquet at the Freiheit Village Venue in
Timberwood Park Elementary Makes Paws-itively Awesome Donation to Benefit Local Humane Society
Second grade students fill two large vehicles with items to benefit local canine friends.San Antonio, TX - February 14, 2019 During the month of January, the students and staff Timberwood Park Elementary lined the halls with items collected for the benefit of the Bulverde Area Humane Society. Items included dog and cat food, cleaning supplies, and animal treats. Included with the donations was a large bag of dog food from a TPES family who themselves had adopted their family pet from the Bulverde Area
Smithson Valley Family Dentistry Celebrates One Year Anniversary
On January 26, 2019, Smithson Valley Family Dentistry celebrated their ONE YEAR in business!!! They have welcomed 1013 patients into their doors this past year, which is virtually unheard of for a brand new dental practice!! Dr. Jared Wright and his team are so thankful for a community that has embraced them, shared their experiences online, and been a part of this journey with them! They look forward to celebrating many more years!Smithson Valley Family Dentistry 18646 Forty-Six Parkway, Spring Branch,
2nd Annual Comal ISD Geography Bee Campus Honorees
The 2nd Annual Comal ISD Geography Bee wrapped up on Tuesday with the final middle school campus competition at Church Hill Middle School. The campus champions are now eligible to take the National Geographic online qualifying test to determine if they advance to the state contest in Bedford, Texas. The seven Comal ISD middle school champions along with second and third place honorees include the following sixth grade students per campus. Danville Middle School's Geography Bee champion was Logan
Special Guests visit Kinder Ranch Elementary
January 22, 2019 – Two special guests made a visit to Kinder Ranch Elementary school on January 15, sharing their new children’s book All Around Us. Author Xelena Gonzáles and Illustrator Adriana M. Garcia spent the day showcasing their latest work to each grade level by reading the book and doing some Tai Chi, retelling the colorful story through movement. While Gonzáles read the book, Garcia worked on a secret illustration to share with the students. She selected one student from each group to bring to
Kiwanis club holds Diaper Drive
, Kiwanis Diaper Drive for St. Jude's Children's Ranch kicks off on February 1, 2019. The month of February is designated as Have a Heart for the children most in need in our community. Join us in collecting diapers for them at the following locations in Bulverde/Spring Branch: Bracken Christian School, Broadway Bank, Bulverde Spring Branch Fire & EMS, Chick's Prime Meat Market, First United Bank, Massage Heights, Police Department of Bulverde, Rebecca Creek Baptist Church , Reliance
Comal County Commissioner Webb receives TxDOT 2019 Road Hand Award
Section from the Monday, January 7, 2019 Edition Commissioner Webb receives TxDOT 2019 Road Hand Award Photo Courtesy of TxDOT - Laredo District - Commissioner Webb (third from right)The Texas Department of Transportation recognized Comal County Precinct 3 Commissioner Kevin Webb as one of three statewide winners of TxDOT's 2019 Road Hand Award at a breakfast held today as part of a statewide forum in Austin. “Every year, the TxDOT commission selects officials who have given their time and effort in
Sam Roberts wins Photography Awards
Congratulations to Sam Roberts of Sam Roberts Photography!!! In December, the San Antonio Photographers Organization had their annual awards banquet in Downtown San Antonio at a restaurant on the River Walk.Sam Roberts with Sam Roberts Photography was honored to walk away with a few awards from the local guild's End of the Year Image Competition.
Firefighter/Paramedic Legacy Continues to Give to Others
Firefighter/Paramedic Legacy Continues to Give to OthersJennifer Achay Awarded Scholarship Spring Branch, TX, December 21, 2018 — The Brennan L. Livaudais Memorial Scholarship Committee selected Jennifer Achay as their 2018 award recipient. The Livaudais Scholarship was purposefully designed to assist those working toward a career in firefighting and paramedicine. Mr. Steve Stevenson, Chairman of the Board, said, “Jennifer is precisely the type of hard working, selfless individual we need in this
All county land records, plats now available online
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE, OCTOBER 30, 2018: NEW BRAUNFELS — A pair of initiatives in the Comal County Clerk’s Office have led to the online availability of hundreds of thousands of land records for public viewing. First, all official public records (OPR) dating to the establishment of Comal County in 1846 are now available for preview and potential purchase at comal.landrecordsonline.com. The records comprise deeds and deeds of trust, liens and lien releases, affidavits, water rights, easements, and
Homebound Teacher; Unsung Heroes
While their anthem song may be “On the Road Again,” their heart song is probably “Imagine” by John Lennon or “What a Wonderful World” by Louis Armstrong. As they travel the backroads, highways and creek beds that make up the Comal Independent School District, they offer a unique perspective on education, students and families. They are the small team of homebound teachers who ensure that every child in the district receives an education. In photo (L-R): Comal ISD Homebound Teachers Sylvia
SpyderwareTech.com, one of the top 19 Best computer repair services for 2018
Expertise LLC, a research company from Seattle, WA has named SpyderwareTech.com, one of the top 19 “Best computer repair services for 2018”. Over two hundred and ninety-eight computer repair businesses throughout San Antonio and the Hill Country were validated and researched and SpyderwareTech.com made the list! Expertise LLC identifies the top service professionals in over 100 business categories across 1000 cities, covering 85% of the United States. To date, they have explored over 10 million business
Meet Dr. Charlie Majdalani, DDS
Dr. Charlie C. Majdalani, DDS Special Care General Dentist Dr. Charlie C. Majdalani is a native Texan. He was born and raised in San Antonio, TX. and attended Antonian High School. He moved to Austin, TX to attend the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a Biomedical Engineering degree. He then earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery at the UT Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2016. Dr. Majdalani’s training involved variety of experiences where he ultimately learned to
Texas MedClinic opens 19th Location in Bulverde/Spring Branch
San Antonio urgent care pioneer Texas MedClinic opens 19th clinic in Spring BranchSeptember 4, 2018 Open 8 a.m.- 11 p.m. every day, clinic offers quality care, affordable price San Antonio, TX San Antonio urgent care pioneer Texas MedClinic continues growth in South Central Texas with the opening of its Spring Branch location, the 19th clinic in the urgent care chain. Located on US 281 South, a half mile north of the SH46 intersection, Texas MedClinic’s Spring Branch location is open 8 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Comal ISD Receives Perfect Financial Integrity Mark From TEA
Comal ISD Chief Financial Officer, David Andersen, reported a perfect score for Comal ISD on the Texas Education Agency’s FIRST report (School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas) at its September Board Meeting. This year, the district received 100 out of a 100 possible points, earning a Superior Achievement rating for the seventeenth year in a row. The FIRST report ensures that all Texas public schools are held accountable for the quality of their financial management practices. Based on their
“Because I said I would” movement comes to Comal ISD once again
Comal ISD received a special visit from Alex Sheen on September 27, one that students from all four high schools and seven middle schools will not forget. Sheen is the founder of the worldwide social movement “because I said I would,” a nonprofit dedicated to the betterment of humanity through promises made and kept. It was the death of Sheen’s father Al, the man he looked up to most in life, that sparked the worldwide movement that is being filled one promise at a time today. While delivering Al’s eulogy
Faces of Childhood Cancer Why Comal ISD Goes Gold for Cancer Childhood Awareness
While 175,000 children ages 14 and under are diagnosed with cancer annually worldwide, more than 80 percent of U.S. childhood cancer patients are long-term survivors. Comal ISD students and families have been affected directly with this disease which is why we have gone gold for September and ask everyone to wear gold on Wednesday, Sept. 26. Here are a couple of student stories. Mo’s storyMaureen ‘Mo’ Colligan just turned 13, and she has been fighting cancer for almost two years. Her initial diagnosis of
Danville Middle School Dedication Ceremony
Comal ISD personnel, board of trustees, parents, students, and other community members gathered at Danville Middle School on September 20 for the dedication of the new school. Various groups participated in this celebration including one very special group, the original Danville School alumni. Other participating groups included Boy Scout Troop #828, the Danville Middle School band, cheer, dance, and choir, as well as the Comal Education Foundation and Danville PTSA. It was a successful evening and
Twenty Comal ISD 4th-8th Grade Students Participate in 2018 Lone Star Leadership Academy Camps
Twenty outstanding Comal ISD 4th-8th graders participated in Education in Action’s summer 2018 Lone Star Leadership Academy camps. These young leaders were selected for the Lone Star Leadership Academy camps based on demonstrated academic success and leadership ability, an educator recommendation, and involvement in school/community activities. The participating students, representing communities across Texas, traveled to Dallas/Fort Worth (4th, 5th & 6th graders), Austin/San Antonio (5th, 6th & 7th
S.T.A.G.E., Inc. 2018 Awards
The 39th Annual Awards were held on Sunday, August 12, 2018. It was an evening of delicious food and great entertainment. The St. Genesius Award, the highest award given by the Board of Directors, was awarded to Mona Klein of Bulverde. Mona has been the Corporate Manager at S.T.A.G.E. for the last 4 years. She has been instrumental in the remodeling of the theater, bringing online ticketing and credit card use to the patrons, and modernizing office programs and procedures. In addition, Mona worked to
Comal ISD Hires Director of Safety & Security
As students and parents prepare for back to school, the Comal Independent School District welcomes its first Director of Safety and Security, Joe McKenna, Ph.D. McKenna is leaving his post as the associate director of research and education at Texas State University’s Texas School Safety Center (TxSSC) to take on this new role for the district. McKenna brings more than six years of experience with the TxSSC, which serves as a clearinghouse for the dissemination of safety and security information through
Andrew Kim named 2018 Texas PTA Superintendent of the Year
Each year, the Texas PTA recognizes a handful of outstanding educators who exemplify its mission of making every child’s potential a reality. This year, Comal ISD’s Andrew Kim was named the 2018 Texas PTA Superintendent of the Year for his dedication to every student’s education. The announcement was made by the Texas PTA earlier this month, and Kim was presented the award this past weekend at LAUNCH 2018 in Dallas. LAUNCH is an annual conference for Texas PTA members. One of Kim’s nine nominations
BSB Chamber Recognized For Media and Communications Excellence
Bulverde/Spring Branch Area Chamber of Commerce Recognized For Media and Communications Excellence Grapevine, TX—Local Chambers from across the state of Texas convened Tuesday, June 19, 2018 for the Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE) Annual Excellence Awards. The awards honor organizations for exceptional efforts in marketing, communications and media outreach. Awards are judged in seven categories: Outstanding Chamber Map, Outstanding Brochure, Outstanding Magazine or Directory, Excellence
Welcome to the Mercy Wellness Clinic Team
We'd love to introduce our two newest staff members here at Mercy Wellness Clinic, Riley and Parker! Riley is taking up the role of marketing director, so you will likely see him around as he delivers business cards and helps to get our name out in the community. Parker is our head lab technician, so he's our man for assisting with blood work and many of the other tests that we run to make sure our patients stay in tip top shape. Come on in to say hi, and all our happy staff will ensure you have a
