Gulf Freeway South construction transitioning to next phase

Construction is scheduled to move to the next phase on Gulf Freeway South (IH 45) in the coming weeks. Drivers who travel along the section stretching from FM 2351 to Medical Center Blvd. can expect to see some progress according to officials from the Texas Department of Public Safety (TxDot).

"As far as holiday work, motorists will begin to see things start to move along in the next week," TxDot Spokesperson Deidrea Samuels said. "Contractors will begin building the southbound frontage road detour from north of El Dorado to Bay Area Blvd. Traffic will switch to the new detour lane once it is complete. The frontage road will operate for the most part under the existing conditions of the two lanes."

Workers are also busy on another section of IH 45 South that stretches from Kurland (north of the Beltway 8) to FM 2351. Both projects include the widening and reconstruction of the north and southbound lanes and frontage lanes. In addition, two additional mainlanes and one additional frontage lane will eventually be added to the roadway along both sections. Due to the scope of the improvements, construction is expected to continue for several years.

"Both project are scheduled for completion in 2015," Samuels said.

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Enduro is proud to announce the opening of its fourth facility

PRESS RELEASE

Houston-based Enduro, a leader in composites and odor control technology, has opened its fourth facility where the focus will be on manufacturing fiberglass composite (FRP) process equipment solutions for a broad array of industrial and infrastructure markets. 

Enduro is proud to announce the opening of its fourth facility. Located in Pearland, the 75,000 square foot office, warehouse and production facility will focus on manufacturing fiberglass composite (FRP) process equipment solutions for a broad array of industrial and infrastructure markets. 

This strategic addition to Enduro’s core capabilities will increase production capacity and also build on custom fabrication abilities. Improved logistics and new state of the art filament winding equipment will also enhance Enduro’s ability to respond to customer and market needs. 

“By incorporating our complete product portfolio at this facility, we continue to raise the industry standard for providing comprehensive, integrated FRP solutions to meet the dynamic needs of our customers in the marketplace," Enduro President Sandy Woodlief said. 

For nearly 60 years, Enduro has been serving satisfied customers as the leading standard in innovative, engineered FRP products and systems for industrial and municipal applications. In addition to pipe, tank, and environmental products, Enduro also manufactures electrical and building products as well as customized solutions for a wide variety of industries and geographies.

Education foundation board in place

 

The foundation will benefit students and teachers. After an operational meeting Oct. 23, the Pearland ISD Education Foundation is hitting the ground running with a board of directors. Elected executive committee officers, who will serve one-year terms, include. . . . Jeff Barry, President Lisa Brown, Vice President of Development Kyle Ford, Vice President of Administration Donna Rizzo, Treasurer Dr. John Kelly, Secretary (permanent position) Andrew Solomon, Board of Trustees Representative Through the board's vision and direction, the foundation will provide financial support to Pearland ISD, its teachers and classrooms through fundraising for programs and projects that may fall outside the district's general operating budget. Moving forward, the 30-member board will review sample grant applications, general fund management policies and marketing during its next meeting. In addition, the board will discuss a founders' drive and solicitation of lead gifts. As board members manage the foundation, they will also set funding priorities. Ideas already on the table include teacher-initiated instruction projects, staff development, scholarships, student/teacher recognition programs and/or endowment funds. How to Support the Foundation The Pearland ISD Education Foundation will provide additional support to the district's 20,000 students and 1,200 teachers. As a 501(c)(3) organization, the foundation will allow companies, organizations and individuals to receive the maximum tax credit for their donations and support of the district. All donations are tax-deductible. To donate to the foundation, contact Pearland ISD business/community liaison Moniki Specks Mason at specksm@pearlandisd.org or 281.485.3203. (11/4/2013)

 

Students commit to healthy choices

 

 

For the H-E-B Challenge, Carleston Elementary students and staff exercise after school. Healthy living took front and center in Pearland ISD schools this October. Activities throughout the month focused on health and safety in daily lives. Red Ribbon Week (Oct. 28 - Nov. 1) During this week celebrating being drug-free, students participated in fun activities and presentations emphasizing the importance of healthy lives minus drugs. Activities ranged from drug-free door-decorating contests and themed dress days (e.g., crazy sock day -- "sock it to drugs") to Pearland Police Department and Houston Texans Toro mascot presentations. Healthy at H-E-B Community Challenge (Sept. 1 - Oct. 31) Pearland ISD schools took on the challenge of proving that Pearland is one of the healthiest communities in Texas. Although challenge results are still pending, the City of Pearland surpassed its goal of 250,000 points community-wide. Throughout the eight-week challenge presented by "It's Time Texas," students and teachers showed their competitive spirit by participating in themed fruit and veggie weeks, breaking a sweat in fitness classes during and after school and signing personal wellness pledges. Students learned that being healthy involves making the right choices in small decisions throughout the day. Fire Prevention Month (October) The Pearland Fire Department visited elementary schools district-wide throughout the month to teach students how to protect themselves during fires, such as the "stop, drop and roll" technique. Students saw firefighting equipment and a fire engine up close to learn about the firefighter's role in helping to protect those in danger. (11/4/2013)

 

DHS to honor athletic trainers March 28

National Athletic Training Month logo 2013

Dawson High School invites you to help celebrate National Athletic Training Month during a free, all-you-can-eat hotdog night March 28 at the Dawson Eagles vs. Galena Park Yellowjackets home baseball and softball games.

The event includes a hotdog-eating contest and recognition of the licensed athletic trainers who support DHS's 1,000 athletes, cheerleaders, dancers and Naval JROTC.

In addition, Congressman Pete Olson and State Rep. Ed Thompson will present proclamations and throw out the first pitches at the games.

Hotdog Night Schedule:
5 p.m.: Hotdogs served
6 p.m.: Softball game first pitch
6:30 p.m.: Hotdog-eating contest
7 p.m.: Baseball game first pitch

Athletic trainers Chris Shaddock, Coy Van Valkenburgh, Lindsey Thomas and Erin Sutton take care of DHS athletes from injury through rehabilitation and return to full participation.

While focusing on fitness, conditioning and performance enhancement, athletic trainers work in collaboration with physicians to prevent and treat musculoskeletal injuries and sports-related illnesses.

At DHS, 17 student athletic trainers also assist in day-to-day function in the athletic training room, including recognizing injuries, taping, administering treatments, providing first aid and stretching. These students are certified in CPR and Automated External Defibrillator use.

"Every Body Needs an Athletic Trainer" is the theme of the 2013 National Athletic Training Month sponsored by the National Athletic Trainers' Association.

For more information about the DHS Athletic Training Program, please visit www.pearlandisd.org/webpages/cshaddock.

Turner CCHS Deadline Nearing

Turner CCHS enrollment deadline nearing

The deadline to confirm enrollment for Turner College and Career High School has been slated for April 12.

The "declaration of intent to enroll" form will be removed Friday, March 8, from the TCCHS webpage (www.pearlandisd.org/TurnerHS.cfm).

Students have until Friday, April 12, to complete their enrollment conference at TCCHS and confirm or change their high school choice for August 2013. (Call 281.727.1600 to schedule a conference.)

Additional enrollment at TCCHS after April 12 will be limited based on space availability in individual programs and classes at individual grade levels.

The TCCHS "declaration of intent to enroll" form has been available since Dec. 6. In addition, Principal Jennifer Morrow has hosted six community information nights to provide details about campus opportunities.

Enrollment Procedures

As a good custodian of taxpayer dollars, Pearland ISD strives for accurate course requests and enrollment estimates to staff and hire appropriately for every campus.

In Pearland ISD, students have the opportunity to choose to attend their zoned high school or TCCHS. However, because of staffing and funding decisions, students should remain at their chosen high school for an entire school year after the April 12 commitment deadline

Limited opportunities to drop classes and make changes after April 12 are outlined in the district's course catalog.

About TCCHS

Support and interest in TCCHS have been outstanding.

Opening in August 2013 at 4717 Bailey Road, TCCHS will offer students professional career certifications and/or a college associate's degree while in high school.

Thanks to its specialized focus, it will open with approximately 30 percent of the enrollment of the district's two comprehensive high schools.

For more information about TCCHS, visit www.pearlandisd.org/TurnerHS.cfm.

Youth Art Month Art Walk

Pearland ISD artists are making a colorful splash across the community during the fourth annual Youth Art Month Art Walk.

Students' canvases and sculptures will deck Pearland businesses during regular business hours March 4-29.

These local businesses are serving as art galleries this year:

• Brooke's Boutique
• The Drink Station
• Frost Bank
• Firestone Complete Auto Care
• Houston Community Bank
• Kathy's Barber and Beauty Shop
• Kup N Kakes
• Lollipop Children's Consignment & Boutique
• McGrory Orthodontics
• Mercer Insurance Agency
• Natural Rewards
• Pearland Chamber of Commerce
• Pearland Lumber/Ace Hardware
• Pearland Parks and Recreation
• Pearland Library
• Pearland State Bank
• Pearland Town Center
• Sherwin Williams
• Silverlake Driving School
• Southerland Chiropractic
• Dr. Wendy S. Willett Orthodontics

For more information about the art walk or for a passport-style map of participating businesses, contact the Pearland ISD Fine Arts Department at 281.485.3203