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ARE KIDS TOO BUSY
August 2015 • Vol 10 • Issue 08
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Summer is almost over. Kids, it’s time to get up. And parents, that means it’s time to sign up—for lots of activities.
Or is it?
Soccer, basketball, softball, drum lessons, running club, and choir— and that’s just my 10-year-old after her school work is done. The same goes for my younger daughter who follows in her sister’s fast-paced footsteps. With roughly 85 percent of Carroll ISD kids enrolled in extracurricular activities, I know my family isn’t alone. Our kids don’t want to say no, and as parents, we’ve gone out of our way to make sure they don’t have to.
But are we making the right decisions?
Sure, I’m proud of my kids and I thoroughly enjoy watching them in action. They accomplish much through their extracurricular activities. They get exercise, build self-esteem, make friends, learn to follow directions, learn to lead and manage their time. These are all great skills for a productive adulthood that may one day revolve around their own children’s umpteen activities.
My kids have also learned that prioritization is a must. Missing a practice—even to honor a commitment to a different activity—can be a punishable offense only rectified by time spent on the sidelines. So, unfortunately, my kids are also well versed in how to do homework, change clothes and eat dinner on the go.
It got me thinking. Maybe the sidelines aren’t so bad? Maybe there is also something to be gained from sitting one out, taking a break and slowing things down? Flip to page 32 to read what some professionals have to say about kids and extracurricular activities.
Also, consider family dinner. Did you know that the average dinnertime in the 1950s was 90 minutes? Today dinner is less than 12 minutes—and drive-through wait times do not count. Research also proves that kids who slow down enough for a sit-down family dinner at least three times a week eat healthier, perform better academically, are less likely to engage in risky behavior (drugs, alcohol, etc.) and have better relationships with their parents.
Bingo! I believe that is what I ultimately want for my kids. And if that means one less activity a week, then sign me up.
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CARROLL EDUCATION FOUNDATION ANNOUNCED CHAIRS FOR ITS 2015 CULINARY CELEBRATION The Carroll Education Foundation (CEF) named Sarah Mason and Chuck Koskovich as co-chairs for the 2015 Culinary Celebration. This premiere CISD fundraising event, which will take place September 12 at the Southlake Hilton, supports every school in CISD.
Mason, a CEF board member since 2010, served as the co-chair of the Culinary Celebration in 2014 and has also served on the Foundation’s scholarship and grant committees. Koskovich is an active CEF board member and is the incoming president for 2016.
The theme for this year’s event is Dragons of the Caribbean: Building Treasures for CISD. It’s on track to have its biggest year ever. Make plans to join in the fun, food, and fundraising to benefit students and teachers in Carroll ISD.
SOUTHLAKE CARROLL WINS FOURTH CONSECUTIVE UIL LONE STAR CUPThe Dragons have done it again – only this time in Conference 6A. For the sixth time and the fourth consecutive year, Southlake Carroll won a UIL Lone Star Cup, earning a total of 100 points.
The Dragon boys golf, cross country, and swimming and diving teams each took home state championships while the girls cross-country team placed fourth at state. Southlake Carroll won district and regional championships in academics and had regional finalist teams in football and girls soccer.
CARROLL JUNIOR WAS PERFECT ON SATCarroll High School’s Nikhil Ravi, 16, heads into his senior year having achieved something so few can even fathom: a perfect score on the SAT. After strenuous practice, Ravi, 15 at the time, took the exam in October 2014. All there was left to do was wait.
The results came in two weeks later and the rest is history. While it’s huge news for the district, the point really hit home with his parents.
“Of course we are really proud of all his academic achievements,” said his father, Ravi Venugopal. “But we are equally proud of his well-rounded personality and his participation in a variety of extracurricular activities
including robotics, band and Special Olympics.”We had a chance to chat with Nikhil about the test and his
future aspirations in a Q&A. Click over to SouthlakeStyle.com to check it out.
SOUTHLAKE TEACHER HONORED AFTER ENCOURAGING STUDENTS TO DIG DEEPER IN LANGUAGE ARTSThe Southlake Association for Gifted and Talented (SAGT) supports Carroll Independent School District in efforts to promote and encourage the education of gifted and talented students and to advance academics in the district.
To support the organization’s mission, SAGT offers a monthly Teacher Recognition Award. The program is designed to shine a light on classroom teachers who bring GT elements to the classroom or instruct students to think “outside the box.”
In June, SAGT members presented Carroll ISD teacher Donna Clarrissimeaux with the Teacher Recognition Award. Clarrissimeaux teaches fourth grade at Walnut Grove Elementary School. Parents say she shows enthusiasm in the classroom and encourages students to “dig deeper” in language arts.
Clarrissimeaux gives her student the option of writing, illustrating, and publishing a book while challenging each child to redefine their personal best. Clarrissimeaux has been a teacher for over 40 years and a Dragon for the past eight years.
CLAYTON REED NAMED SOUTHLAKE’S 2015 CITIZEN OF THE YEARClayton Reed was named Southlake Citizen of the Year at the 2015 Awards Banquet hosted by the Southlake Chamber of Commerce. The banquet was held in June at the Hilton in Town Square and was themed “Night at the Improv.”
The lead pastor of the Southlake Baptist Church, Reed provides guidance to many leaders in the community and often offers prayer before city council meetings. A married man with seven children, Reed has been an active supporter of the citizens of Southlake.
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So what led Ortiz to Baylor’s team? “I chose A&T mainly because I could
have the best of both worlds,” she said. “There was a time in high school that I remember vividly having to choose one sport because it was getting to that point when I had to think about college. I remember saying to myself: ‘Which one could I not live without?’”
Learn more about Baylor’s A&T program and hear from Head Coach, Felecia Mulkey, at SouthlakeStyle.com.
MIDDLE SCHOOL JAZZ BAND TOOK TOP PRIZE AT FESTIVALThe Carroll Middle School Jazz Band competed in The Pride of Texas Music Festival in May at the iT’z in Euless.
The students performed extremely well and received the highest score possible from all judges – First Division/Superior. Comments from the judges included: “Great style and balance.” “Very unique!” “Amazing job!” “Overall great articulation and style!” “Very nice!!” “Such fun music! You did a great job.” “This group understands jazz language!”
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THE GODDARD SCHOOL IN SOUTHLAKE RAISED MONEY, DONATIONS FOR HOMELESS CHILDRENThe Southlake location of The Goddard School, a high-quality early education school serving the DFW area, partnered with Vogel Alcove, a center in Dallas that offers child care to homeless children ranging from six weeks to five years old. The Goddard School held a donation drive leading up to and during their Spring Fling event in May.
“In addition to teaching our students the importance of helping those less fortunate, our Southlake Goddard School raised over $1,500 and half a truck bed of in-kind donations,” owner Val Patel said.
The donations included necessities such as clothing, diapers and car seats. The Goddard School also assembled 150 Bye Bye bags, which are given to children not guaranteed evening meals at the shelter.
DRAGON FOOTBALL PEP RALLY SCHEDULED FOR AUGUST 20
Save the date! The second-annual Dragon Football Community Pep Rally, sponsored by First National Bank, will be August 20. Gates open at 6 p.m. and the pep rally kicks off at 7 p.m. Festivities include a varsity football signing tent, and a chance to meet the award-winning Emerald Belles, cheerleaders, and Crew. There will also be free bounce houses, ice cream, and giveaways.
SOPHOMORE DRAGON EARNED TWO STATE MEDALSCarroll sophomore distance runner Reed Brown made a significant impression at his first UIL State Track and Field meet in May, winning two Class 6A silver medals, according to MySouthlakeNews.
“[My teammates] really helped push me this year to bigger expectations than I had for myself,” Brown said. “It really surprised me, because I had no idea I could do all of that as early as I did.”
Brown finished second in the 3,200 meters and in the 1,600 meters. It has been a memorable year for Brown, according to the article. He also helped lead the Dragon cross-country team to the state title in the fall.
“I’d like to thank everyone who’s supported me and the team on the way throughout the seasons,” he said. “It really helps having people just congratulating you and it gets you a little more feeling like you accomplished more than you did.”
TIMARRON RESIDENT PUT AN ITALIAN SPIN ON THE CLASSIC LEMONADE STAND
Fifth-grade student Jeremy Kogan wanted to earn some additional spending money this summer, so he started his own business, Jeremy’s Italian Stand, selling espresso and San Pelligrino. He saved up and purchased the espresso maker, capsules, and espresso cups with his own money.
Southlake residents could swing by his stand in Timarron to pick up a freshly made espresso or ice-cold San Pelligrino (available in limonata and aranciata flavors). Jeremy served up beverages to residents every weekend morning.
MEET THE CARROLL GRAD SERVING AS TEXAS A&M’S MASCOT CORPORALIan Moss, a 2014 graduate of Carroll Senior High School, is Texas A&M’s Mascot Corporal for the 2015-16 academic year. This means that he’s in charge of Reveille, the university’s official mascot, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
According to Aggie Legend, Reveille came to Aggieland in 1931 and was initially not attended to by one person. But since 1960, Reveille has been under the care of a Mascot Corporal, a sophomore in Company E-2 in the Corps of Cadets. For the upcoming academic year, this Mascot Corporal is Carroll grad, Ian Moss.Click over to our site to read our Q&A with Moss.
ART IN THE SQUARE FUNDS MAILED TO BENEFICIARIESChecks totaling $190,000 were mailed to 26 beneficiaries of the 2015 Art in the Square. The Southlake Women’s Club reported that the event raised proceeds equal to the amount raised in 2014. That’s not a bad thing, considering the storms that rolled in on Friday and Sunday afternoon during Art in the Square.
This year’s event drew more than 150 sponsors and over 800 adult and student volunteers who logged more than 4,800 hours of volunteer time.
The Southlake Women’s Club is honored to help support the causes of these 26 charities in Northeast Tarrant County that help women, families, and children overcome daily challenges. Check out the list of beneficiaries at SouthlakeStyle.com.
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KIKI LARUE BOUTIQUE OPENED UP SHOP IN ROANOKEThere’s a new reason to visit downtown Roanoke: Kiki LaRue Boutique. This shop, which opened its doors this summer, offers designer women’s clothing and accessories, along with freshly made espresso, smoothies and more at its in-store coffee shop: The Brew Junkie.
The store features a variety of styles that fit a number of different sizes and age groups. Think modern, trendy moms to stylish young women. There’s even a spot for kids to hang out while Mom shops.
If you’re in the mood for a coffee, smoothie, espresso or baked treat, The Brew Junkie has you covered. Its coffee is brewed with handpicked, local roaster beans, and the shop uses organic ingredients to create unique beverages and the highest quality foods. LOCAL STEAKHOUSE HELD SCOTCH-TASTING EVENT TO BENEFIT NONPROFITKirby’s Steakhouse in Southlake held a scotch-tasting event last month, and some of the proceeds went to Heroes for Children, a nonprofit organization that provides social and financial assistance to families with a child battling cancer.
Tickets went for $20 and $5 from each ticket benefitted Heroes for Children. Didn’t have a chance to go but still want to help out? You can “sip for a cause throughout the entire summer.” With the purchase of a Classic Cosmopolitan, Dark ‘n’ Stormy or Monkey Business cocktail, the restaurant will donate $1 back to the organization through the month of August.
ROXANN TAYLOR RANKED HIGHLY ON THE WALL STREET JOURNAL’S 2015 REAL TRENDS REPORTLocal realtor Roxann Taylor was named the No. 152 realtor by sales volume in America according to The Wall Street Journal’s 2015 Real Trends. Real Trends reports the top 1,000 realtors out of all 1.3 million realtors in the country. Taylor is also ranked the No. 5 realtor in the state of Texas.
Taylor is owner/broker of Engel & Volkers Dallas and has been involved in more than 9,000 real estate transactions over her nearly four-decade career. Engel & Volkers Dallas currently has shops in Southlake and Flower Mound, and is rapidly expanding throughout the DFW area.
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BJ’S2201 E. SOUTHLAKE BLVD.817.796.9990 BJSRESTAURANTS.COM
Open for lunch and dinner, BJ’s offers a unique take on American pub food and craft brews.
CASTLE NAIL SALON2251 E. SOUTHLAKE BLVD.817.422.5000 / CASTLENAILSOUTHLAKE.COM
This new nail salon offers a variety of manicures and pedicures, as well as waxing, facial treatments, eyelash extensions and massages.
EARTHWISE PET SUPPLY100 W. SOUTHLAKE BLVD., STE. 150817.697.5438 / EARTHWISEPET.COM
EarthWise Pet Supply offers natural pet supplies and services such as rescue adoption, grooming, educational classes and pet training.
New & Notable
E.LEIGH’S1234 MAIN ST.817.421.6444 SHOPELEIGHS.COM
Recently opened in Town Square, E.Leigh’s is a women’s boutique selling clothing, shoes and accessories.
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TOLLESON ORTHODONTICS
Dr. Shane Tolleson is committed to serving the person behind the smile.
According to Dr. Shane Rex Tolleson, your smile is a lot more than two rows of teeth. It is one of your most valuable assets, yet freely given to those around you; it’s an expression that
has the power to change lives, give hope, and break down walls of indifference; it’s an act that spreads joy to others while reinforcing your own. And that’s why, at Tolleson Orthodontics, treatment is about a lot more than straightening teeth.
Every Smile Matters“Behind every smile is a person, and within every person is the potential for joy and happiness that is reflected by their smile,” he says. “This is what makes a smile so powerful and important, and this is why we choose to serve the person behind the smile. Every smile matters because people matter.” In fact, it is the idea “every smile matters” that drives Tolleson Orthodontics to provide the very best orthodontic care to each patient.
Dr. Tolleson is an expert in treatment options like Invis-align, Invisalign Teen, as well as the latest in clear, metal, and self-ligating braces technologies for adults and children. He and his wonderful staff use only the highest quality and proven advanced technologies. He is unique in that he creates customized treatment plans for each and every patient. His practice definitely does not take a “one size fits all” approach.
“My first priority when dealing with patients is to do what’s best for them and ask, ‘What if this was my daughter, mother, brother, etc.,’” he says. “I try to do my research and bring only the best, proven technologies to my practice that will best serve my patients.”
He says, “When a patient, who was once too timid or embar-rassed to show their smile, finishes treatment smiling boldly and confidently, I am reminded of why I love doing what I do.”
Board Certified OrthodontistWhile all licensed dentists are technically allowed to perform orthodontic treatment, only 5-6 percent of dentists in the country are Orthodontists – having ADA-accredited university training in the specialty of tooth movement and alignment. Most patients choose to seek an orthodontic specialist for Invisalign or braces, just as they might seek a cardiologist for a heart condition or a dermatologist for skin treatments. In addition to being a Board Certified Orthodontist, Dr. Tolleson holds Diplomate status with The American Board of Orthodontics, a distinction that less than 50 percent of orthodontists achieve.
The Tolleson Family WayThis time of year, one of Dr. Shane Tolleson’s favorite activities is rooting for his brother Shawn Tolleson, who is a pitcher for the Texas Rangers. The two siblings grew up in the DFW area and have always been close. Shane, the older of the two, used to bring Shawn along with him to all of his sports games as a kid. A couple of decades later, and now Shane is the one watching Shawn and admiring him for “the poise with which he handles the spotlight, and how he lives above reproach, not letting go of his core values and beliefs,” he says. It just so worked out that Shawn was traded to the Texas Rangers the same year Shane was opening his Southlake practice. Now they both live in the area with their growing families.
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Dr. Shane Tolleson with brother and Texas Ranger Pitcher, Shawn Tolleson
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“WE CAN TREAT EVERYTHING FROM CHEST PAINS AND SPORTS INJURIES
TO BROKEN BONES.”
TOLLESON ORTHODONTICS 1050 E. STATE HWY 114, SUITE 120
Southlake, TX 76092
817.416.2200 TollesonOrtho.com
“BEHIND EVERY SMILE IS A PERSON, AND WITHIN
EVERY PERSON IS THE POTENTIAL FOR JOY AND
HAPPINESS THAT IS REFLECTED BY THEIR SMILE.”
Southlake is not only home to Tolleson Orthodontics, but to Dr. Tolleson’s family. He calls Southlake “a wonderful place to ‘do life.’” When he’s not at the office or the ballpark, he enjoys playing the guitar and singing on the worship team at their church with his wife, Anna Lee. If that’s not enough, they also have their hands full with two daughters both under the age of 2. Of course, the whole family loves watching Uncle Shawn play baseball at Globe Life Park. These two brothers’ professions may seem very different, but there is one obvious similarity: both elicit smiles.
ALLSTATE INSURANCE AGENCY Mark Jameson is protecting those who protect the tradition.
Longtime Southlake resident Mark Jameson and his family have a great understanding of their community, and along with this understanding comes an extra level of
devotion helping friends and neighbors protect what’s important to them. By getting personally involved with the Carroll Independent School District, local sports organizations, as well as his church, Mark takes great pride in working hand-in-hand with his community. With more than 15 years of experience as an exclusive Allstate agent, Mark has built a highly successful business through the same level of dedication to his customers. A World-Class Leader Among the nearly 13,000 agents representing Allstate, Mark is an undeniable leader as a 12-time Elite Producer who manages the largest agency group in the state of Texas. Due to his performance and solid reputation, Mark was appointed an inaugural member of Allstate’s National Advisory Board, advising senior executives on field issues that face other agents around the country. He’s also a member of the Agency Executive Council, which reports directly to the president and chairman of the organization. There are only 18 members of this particular council in the country. Whether advising corporate executives or his own North Texas-based repre-sentatives, Mark wants his customers to have the best experience possible.
“We strive to deliver world-class customer service,” Mark says. “It’s hard to put into words other than you know it when you ex-perience it. We want our customers to know it every time they in-teract with us.”
Serving his Southlake neighbors for more than 15 years, Mark also extends his helping hands at three other Allstate locations in Burleson, Cleburne and Colleyville. Through his dedication to community service at these four locations, Mark ranks among the top agents in the country.
He has received the Ray Lynch Community Service Award for the Texas Region, which recognizes a top Allstate agent’s outstand-ing relationships and spirit of volunteerism. His organization earned the Inner Circle designation, the top level of performance distinction given by Allstate. Mark has been recognized by the global association, Million Dollar Round Table, six times in his 15-year career, and has been given the Allstate Chairman’s Award seven times. The determination to provide world-class service is what sets the Allstate team apart from others.
“We never put a limit on great service because we strongly believe there is no limit,” Mark says of his team. Any one of his nearly 9,000 households can vouch that Mark’s hard work pays off — customers regularly comment on how great it is to put their trust in a company and feel completely taken care of, especially when Allstate’s mission is to protect what matters most. In fact, the agency has also been recognized by its customers and has received eighteen “Best Of” awards over the past eight years.
Encouraging the TraditionLike many proud Carroll Dragons, Mark is a big sports fan. He’s been not only a player but also a coach, former president of the Southlake Baseball Association, a supporter of the Southlake Girls Softball Association, and an avid follower of all things Texas A&M.
“I love any chance I get to cheer on our Dragons as they compete to protect the tradition,” says Mark, who attributes his own history in sports to developing the qualities that have empowered him to achieve success in life.
Because of his commitment to his community and its greatest performers, he founded the Mark Jameson Allstate Scholar-Athlete of the Month program at Southlake Carroll’s Senior High School. Each month during the school year, the program gives a $500 scholarship to Carroll student-athletes whom Jameson calls “good kids who make good grades.” Since its inception seven years ago, the program has recognized 63 student-athletes with more than $30,000 worth of scholarships.
“All it takes to have the opportunity of earning this scholar-ship is a trip to the counselor’s office to fill out a form,” Mark explains. “And don’t worry — you don’t have to be a future Aggie to be selected.”
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MARK JAMESON 500 N. Carroll Ave., Ste. 120
Southlake
817.481.5569 [email protected]
Relationships Make the DifferenceIn all aspects of life, building strong relationships comes naturally to Mark. “We have a strong dedication to working with customers on a personal level,” Mark says. “You won’t have to punch a bunch of numbers to speak to someone. You’ll get a live voice when you call us.”
Mark prides himself on working for a company that treats cus-tomers with respect. “We never let anyone leave our offices feeling unsure or uninformed.”
Mark thoroughly enjoys interacting with and getting to know his customers in an effort to find the best policies for their lifestyle. Married for 29 years to his college sweetheart, Nicole, the Texas A&M Aggie alums have three children: Macey, a sophomore at LSU; Laramie, a TCU Ph.D.; and Brock, a Texas A&M graduate now working in the corporate offices of Allstate.
As a family man, Mark relates to the importance of protecting his customers’ valuables through home and automobile coverage, and more importantly, protecting and providing for those they love through life insurance.
Someone Who Really CaresIn Southlake, finding neighbors who take pride in their commu-nity isn’t hard. In Mark Jameson, Southlake is fortunate to have not only an award-winning insurance agent, but also a Vestryman (think board member) and senior warden (think board chair) at his Southlake church, St. Laurence, and a big time sports booster who cares. Always serving with a smile, Mark’s stand is to provide great service and coverage for both his customers’ assets and most im-portantly, their loved ones.
THE MARK JAMESON
SCHOLAR-ATHLETE OF THE MONTH
Senior athletes can apply by:
• Completing an application from the guidance office• Printing an online application and returning to the office• Stopping by Mark Jameson’s office to pick up an
application and returning to the office Every school year, a different winner is awarded $500 each month from September through May.
Mark Jameson with 2014-15 Scholar Athlete Winners, left to right: John Everett, MaKayla Forsberg, Madeleine O’Brian, Sophie Watson, Rachel Dominguez
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GALDERMA SKIN SOLUTIONS
Q&A SESSION
“WE ONLY FOCUS ON DERMATOLOGY, AND WE CARE ABOUT OUR PATIENT’S
SKIN AND THEIR SKIN HEALTH.”
Q&A: Talking with Miles Harrison, Vice President & General Manager, Self-Medication
Business Unit at Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
Q: Tell us about yourself. A: My wife, Jo, and I have lived and worked in the U.S. for 13 years. We have two children, Benjamin and Charlotte, and we live in Trophy Club. Having completed my honors degree in Sheffield, U.K., I started my career in pharmaceuticals where I enjoyed a variety of roles in sales and marketing, later moving to general management.
Q: What are some of your key initiatives as VP, General Manager U.S. Self Medication for Galderma?A: I joined Galderma in Ft. Worth in August 2014 with the mandate to grow even further the well-established Cetaphil® brand while building a self-medication organization here in the U.S. Together with the teams, we focus on continuing to innovate and constantly delighting our customers and consumers with new products within our existing Cetaphil® brand, improving the communication around our brand, communicating their benefits, and ensuring consumers have a greater understanding of skin conditions and available solutions that can be found on shelf or online.
Q: What inspired you to take on this role?A: Working in Self Medication gives me the opportunity to work on Cetaphil®, an iconic brand that is the No. 1 dermatologist recommended brand in the U.S. Our Cetaphil® patients and consumers know this and are passionate about their skincare needs, constantly looking to strengthen their skin today and protect it for tomorrow. “And if you did not know, Cetaphil® is a multi-award winning global brand that began its life in Texas where it was originally formulated, becoming so popular that it sells one pack every second in the U.S. alone.”
Q: How are you working to create awareness about Galderma’s self-med products?A: Galderma is well-positioned in the dermatology field. This commit-ment extends to societies, healthcare practitioners, patient groups, and retail customers as we look to the future for areas of collaboration and innovation.
Q: What makes Galderma unique?A: We only focus on dermatology, and we care about our patient’s skin and their skin health. Skin health is about protecting and nourishing the skin through the stages of life. Galderma has built exceptional relationships with some of the top dermatologists across the world, and has become a skin health powerhouse. We continuously invest in R&D to bring new drugs to market that really make a difference in our consumers’ and patients’ lives. To be part of a team that is driving this is very motivating.
Q: What would you like to share about your flagship products: Cetaphil® Baby, Cetaphil® Restoraderm, and Benzac® Acne Solutions?A: That you should try these brands! They are available in retail stores, in drugstores, and online.
GALDERMA LABORATORIES, L.P. 14501 N. Freeway
Ft. Worth, Texas 76177
817.961.5000 GaldermaUSA.com
Cetaphil Baby® has recently launched five different products that can be used on baby’s skin. We have an Oil, a Wash, a Lotion, a Diaper Cream and a Shampoo. The products all contain organic calendula and have been formulated with baby’s delicate skin in mind.
Benzac® Acne Solutions combines a recognized active ingredient that fights acne combined with the anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties of pharmaceutical grade sandalwood oil. We have launched a cleanser, a hydrator, and a spot treatment and for convenience, a regimen kit that comprises all three products.
Cetaphil® Restoraderm® has been formulated for eczema and comes in a body wash and moisturizer and is clinically proven to provide non-irritating and moisture-enhancing cleansing for those with atopic dermatitis and eczema.
Miles Harrison, Galderma USA
By your side, for back to school.
For more back-to-school tips visit childrens.com/backtoschool
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With a new school year just around the corner, Children’s HealthSM is here
to help you get prepared. Children need 9-10 hours of sleep, so establish
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By Audrey Sellers
Are
BUSY?
TOOKids
Busy is the new black, and every-body wants to be in style. But it’s no longer just adults who lead fast-paced, frenetic lives – kids
are busier than ever. Nearly six in 10 children participate in extracurricular activities, according to the U.S. Census Bureau, and three out of four American families with school-aged children have at least one playing an organized sport – a total of about 45 million kids, according to the Boston Globe.
In Southlake, accolades are a testa-ment to just how much kids are invested in academics and extracurricular activi-ties. Carroll just made history as the first district in newly formed Class 6A to win the 2015 UIL Lone Star Cup. This award is be-stowed annually to six high schools – one in each of the six UIL classifications – with the state’s best academic and athletic programs.
Flip to page 38, and you’ll find our “Five Ones to Watch” story on exceptional incom-ing Carroll seniors. Clearly, a lot of kids have a lot going on – and they’re excelling in what they do. Kids are busy, certainly, but are they too busy? It depends.
“There is some evidence that having activities to do, especially if parents are not around, is really beneficial for youth – particularly in early adolescence,” says Amy R. Murrell, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Psychology at the University of North Texas. “However, if a five-year-old, who could be having dinner with her parents and sib-lings, is instead at art class on Monday eve-nings, dance on Tuesdays, gymnastics on Wednesdays, and so on, that might be a different story.”
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do nothing. They need to give their brains a bit of a vacation at times.”
Everybody needs a break – especially kids. When they go nonstop and they’re expected to perform at the highest levels academically and in their extracurricular pursuits, the stress can take a toll.
“If overscheduling leads to an increase in stress, you might see fewer resources to cope with other daily hiccups that are
part of life,” Dr. Hagar says. “That may result in feelings of being chronically over-whelmed, which may increase anxiety. In more extreme cases, significant anxiety or mood problems might arise.”
It’s important to remember that kids are just that – kids. They’re not meant to be “on” all the time.
“As kids get into adoles-cence, they need down time. Their bodies are changing, and they need time to rest, relax and recharge their batteries just like we do,” says Erica Zwernemann, M.D., a pediatri-cian with Southlake Family Medicine. “When kids aren’t getting adequate rest, it really does impact their health.”
Elementary-age kids should clock nine to 10 hours of sleep at night, she says, and high-
school kids need at least seven or eight hours. Sleep isn’t the only thing that takes a hit when kids’
schedules start to stack up. Family time can also suffer when kids are overbooked. “That’s one of the worst things I see about overscheduling,” says Dr. Zwernemann. “The more things that are going on, the more it pulls families away from family din-ner – from spending time together.”
Sixty years ago, the average family dinner was 90 minutes. Today, it’s less than 12 minutes, according to the Six O’ Clock Scramble, a site that helps busy families connect at the dinner table.
Nearly everyone is feeling the dinnertime crunch. A poll by NPR, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, and the Harvard School of Public Health found that 46 percent of survey respon-dents say eating together is difficult to do on a regular basis.
But the benefits of family dinners are huge. Kids who share family dinners three or more times per week are less likely to be overweight and engage in risky behaviors, according to the Journal of Adolescent Health. They’re more likely to eat healthy foods and perform better academically. And, perhaps the best benefit, they have better relationships with their parents.
“Research has consistently demonstrated that families who spend time together, such as committing to family meals at least a few times a week, tend to cope better with life’s daily demands,” Dr. Hagar says.
Going Full-ThrottleRhonda Gruenewald knows what it’s like to have a family that’s always on the go. This Southlake mom has four athletes: Taylor (20), Payton (19), Brayden (18) and Mitchell (14). Though life
The Benefits of Being BusyBeing busy sometimes gets a bad rap, but there are many upsides to kids staying active. They can explore different interests, engage with other kids, develop social skills, and uncover their natural interests and talents.
They also learn how to effectively manage their time – a skill they’ll no doubt need in adulthood. Because they’ll be so busy, of course.
“Time-management skills are important as children progress into adolescence and beyond,” says Kristy S. Hagar, Ph.D., a licensed psychologist in Col-leyville who works with children, adolescents and adults. “Hav-ing a family model of how to appropriately manage a va-riety of tasks and activities – as well as learning when to recognize when it becomes too much – is a good lifelong skill to learn.”
And then there’s the old expression: Idle hands are the devil’s playground. When kids are busy, they have less time to get in trouble. Female high-school athletes are 92 percent less likely to get involved with drugs and 80 percent less likely to get pregnant than non-athletes, according to the Women’s Sports Foundation.
There are benefits from an academic standpoint, too. Kids who participate in extracurricular activities have a 15- percent higher classroom attendance rate than students who are not involved, according to the National Center for Edu-cation Statistics. Students who don’t miss classes are more likely to have a higher GPA, and thus have improved college opportunities. The benefits just keep piling up. But, so can the downsides.
When Busy Becomes BadIf kids are overscheduled – when they’re booked down to the half-hour with classes and extracurricular activities in a never-ending cycle of busyness – something has got to give. Most of-ten, it’s sleep.
“Kids end up delaying their bedtime to get their schoolwork done after they’ve done their extracurricular activities, and they end up short sleeping – not getting enough sleep every night,” says William T. Goldman, M.D., P.A., of Southlake Psy-chiatric & Counseling Center. “This creates a cumulative sleep-deprivation effect.”
Kids need sleep, and when they’re not getting adequate rest on a regular basis, it negatively impacts every aspect of their lives. They’re moody. They can’t concentrate. They forget things. Kids are just like adults who are sleep-deprived – only their bodies are still growing and need that rest.
“Sleep is such an important factor because it can impair the regulation of the secretion of growth hormone, which is important for kids going through puberty. You want them to reach their full height potential,” Dr. Goldman says. “And from a mental health perspective, kids just need time to chill out and
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is less hectic now that she only has two kids liv-ing at home, Gruenewald and her family have learned how to embrace being busy.
She and her husband, Trevor, started their kids in organized sports when each child was three years old. Over the years, their kids participated in a number of sports and extracurricular activi-ties: gymnastics, soccer, tee ball, piano, scouts, and religious education, just to name a few.
“I like to call our lives ‘happy chaos.’ We would sometimes have over 30 games in one weekend,” she says. “It was insane. The amount of gas we would go through in the DFW area was crazy. We always did our best to divide and conquer, and have one of us at each game.”
Gruenewald uses a Mac calendar to keep ev-eryone organized. She color-codes each family member, and when she adds an event, it goes di-rectly on to that person’s calendar. She includes all the need-to-know information: address, direc-tions, jersey color, and any other important de-tails.
She feels blessed to have moved to Southlake six years ago. “This area has so much talent, and so many wonderful coaches and teachers who have helped our kids excel,” she says.
Taylor plays indoor and sand volleyball at Cal Poly San Luis Obispo, and Payton plays soccer at Mississippi State. Brayden is an incoming Carroll senior who plays indoor and sand volleyball, and plays defense on the Carroll varsity volleyball team. Mitchell, an incoming Carroll freshman, has played a variety of sports as a Dragon and was most recently the District Champion in pole vault.
“We are a very close family and we have always maintained four core priorities in our lives: faith, family, fitness and work – schoolwork or sports teams,” Gruenewald says. “Due to our schedules, we find time for very little else. But for us, it’s all been worth it. We have loved every minute of it and have had a lot of fun along the way.”
Finding BalanceThat’s what matters. If kids are enjoying their ex-tracurricular involvement, it can be an incredibly enriching experience – for kids and their families.
“Everything in moderation is the key,” says Dr. Hagar. “So many activities and a variety of sports are available to both boys and girls at younger and younger ages – and that can be very positive.”
It all comes down to balance. Families need to-gether time, and kids need down time in order to thrive. If the scale tips too heavily towards being busy, it may be time to reprioritize.
“Take a good assessment of your core values as a family,” suggests Dr. Goldman. “Think about how you can arrange your time to allow an opti-mal balance of activities, rest and relaxation, and family bonding.”
When kids’ schedules are so jam-packed, it may indeed be “happy chaos,” as Gruenewald puts it. But as long as there’s an element of happy in all the busyness, being busy isn’t so bad.
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Everyone knows that Dragons
go far. Whether it’s in drama
or biology, swimming or
history, Carroll students excel
in their chosen path. These
five incoming seniors have
exhibited unmatched potential
in achieving their aspirations,
showing intelligence, passion
and confidence. No one knows
where they’ll end up, but one
thing is certain: These five
students are ones to watch.
By Sydni Walker
Photos by BluDoor Studios
2016
Jessica Bowman Emerald Belles Captain ABOUT JESSICA: As upcoming Emerald Belles Captain, Jessica Bowman is used to performing in high-pressure situations. She first put on her dancing shoes at age three, and it’s been her passion ever since. She moved to Southlake from Austin and joined the Belles her sophomore year.
When not dancing, Bowman is involved with NHS, the Key Club, and Grapevine Church of Christ. She’s also a model for the Campbell Agency. Bowman enjoys volunteering with aspiring Belles at youth camps and birthday parties.
During her time with the Belles, Bowman has performed at AT&T Stadium, on a cruise ship in the Bahamas, and at various regional and national competitions where she’s placed highly. In addition, Bowman is on a competitive studio team at Artistry in Motion Performing Arts Center. Bowman has won a dance scholarship to NYU.
FAVORITE CLASS: “Emerald Belles,” Bowman says. “I can’t imagine starting my day any other way than with 90 of my best friends and directors Melissa Page and Kathryn Dobrow, who encourage us to work hard. I’m thankful and honored to lead the team.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Jessica is an outstanding role model in Belles and at Carroll Senior High,” Drill Team Director Melissa Page says. “She’s such a joy to teach because of her work ethic, leadership skills, talent, and overall positive demeanor.”
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Drew Brown Dallas Summer Musicals Best Actor Nominee ABOUT DREW: The first role Drew Brown remembers playing required him to be dressed up in a giant pizza costume. He’s come a long way. Recently, Brown returned from an Italy performance tour with his choir and is currently in two shows at OhLook Theatre, where he plays Valjean in Les Miserables and Tunny in American Idiot. Brown began taking acting classes when he was seven and learned how to combine his love of acting with his love of piano. These passions allow him to show people things that cannot be said with words alone.
Brown has been nominated as Best Actor for his role as Tarzan in CSHS’s Tarzan at the 2015 Dallas Summer Musicals Awards. He has also had two honorable mentions in UIL One Act Zone and District 5A Competitions. In addition to performing at CSHS, Brown has performed at various theatres across the Metroplex.
When he is not acting, Drew stays busy as a member of the Varsity Choral Choir, Carroll Feminists Club, Carroll Executive Council, NHS, and Spanish National Honor Society. He’s also the VP of Best Buddies at CSHS.
FAVORITE CLASS: “AP U.S. History,” Brown says. “This class was definitely my most challenging, yet my goofy and incredibly smart teacher, Mr. Pinson, made me love it. He was a teacher I really connected with.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Drew is a very talented young man with an amazing voice,” says Carroll Theater Director Roald Martinsen. “He continues to grow as an actor and dancer to make him a triple threat.”
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Sophia Formella Texas All-State Women’s Choir ABOUT SOPHIA: Sophia Formella loves singing, acting in musicals, traveling the world and meeting new people, which is why singing in the choir is perfect for her. Formella knew she loved it when she tried out for a school musical at age eight, and the rest is history.
Every year since freshman year, Formella has gone to the state Solo and Ensemble competition and received superior rankings. As a junior, she was the only CSHS student to be selected to participate in the Texas All-State Women’s Choir. She’s also been in the Texas All-Region Choir since 7th grade. Recently, she went on a school choir trip to Italy where she performed in Rome, Venice, and Florence.
Formella is a member of NHS and the National Spanish Honors Society in addition to being a National Hispanic Merit Scholar. In her free time, she loves being a part of the Best Buddies Chapter of CSHS.
FAVORITE CLASS: “AP English,” Formella says. “This class encourages out-of-the-box thinking and we get to read really cool books, including my favorite, The Great Gatsby.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Sophia has always had a talent for singing. What makes Sophia outstanding is that she doesn’t rest on her natural ability, but instead, works extremely hard to elevate her musicianship,” Carroll Choir Director Marla Ringel says. “It’s been my pleasure to work with her.”
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Christie Ballew Carroll Medical Academy President ABOUT CHRISTIE: Christie Ballew has always felt a passion for art in her heart. Making art gives her the ability to create and organize her thoughts. Upon taking high school art classes, she realized she never wanted to stop making art.
Art is not Ballew’s only passion; she’s always wanted to be a doctor. She was elected the Carroll Medical Academy’s (CMA) Student Board President, which keeps her busy organizing CMA events. She’s also a member of National Honor Society (NHS) and Mu Alpha Theta.
Ballew’s art has been exhibited at two VASE State Competitions, where she received the highest award, as well as at Art in the Square and several school shows. Soon, some of her pieces will be permanently showcased at a local pediatric clinic, connecting her two passions.
FAVORITE CLASS: “AP Chemistry,” Ballew says. “In combination with my art class, I felt like I was being challenged at all fronts. AP Chem is often labeled as one of the most difficult high school courses, and I’m happy to have gained the experience from succeeding in a difficult class.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Christie is a dedicated student who understands the exploratory challenge of art,” Art Teacher Eric Horn says. “While [her pieces] are from a personal viewpoint, they allude to situations that are universal. Her work is comfortably accessible and compellingly understandable.”
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Will Nathman First Chair Saxophone Carroll Jazz Band ABOUT WILL: Will Nathman has been surrounded by music his entire life. He chose the saxophone in sixth grade after hearing Lenny Pickett play on “SNL.” Will attributes his passion for music to his private teacher, Mark Dooly, who introduced him to jazz. Nathman has earned many 1st Chair Tenor Saxophonist titles, in addition to receiving CSHS’s Louis Armstrong Jazz Award and others.
Nathman is involved with music in many ways. He’s in the Carroll Jazz Orchestra and Wind Symphony, has volunteered in the musical orchestra for the past three years, and did marching band for two. He’s performed at Southlake venues like the Best of Southlake Awards, the Newcomers Reception, Oktoberfest, and Art in the Square. He’s also played at several other locations across the Metroplex with various orchestras.
FAVORITE CLASS: “Aside from Jazz Band, English is my favorite class,” Nathman says. “We have freedom to interpret what we read in our own unique and personal ways. Developing our thoughts as well as hearing others’ thoughts can be very interesting.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Will is a phenomenally talented student in every way and is a great leader in the Carroll Jazz program,” Director of Jazz Bands David Lown says. “He’s used his talents to earn every title he has. Will is a true inspiration to all of the students in our program.”
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141 Quest Ct., Keller 817.562.5333 / ReadingFriends.org
FAST FACTSFOUNDED: MORE THAN 34 YEARS AGO GRADES: AGES TWO THROUGH KINDERGARTEN SPECIALTIES: PHONICS-BASED, MULTI-SENSORY CURRICULUM TEACHING TO THE WHOLE CHILD FUN FACT: READING FRIENDS OFFERS A NUMBER OF EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
READING FRIENDS OF KELLERReading Friends of Keller is a preschool that provides an academically based, structured curriculum for children ages two through Kindergarten. We utilize a multi-sensory teaching technique that provides each child the individual attention they need to feel successful.
Our program involves many areas of emphasis, with each area closely interrelated to the other. We highly stress language with a strong phonics base and use of our multi-sensory curriculum, teaching to all learning styles. Combining a hands-on social studies and science curriculum allows the children to learn about the world around them. Students can discover their own creativity through art and music. Social skills are developed through playtime with others, and about 80 percent of students participate in extracurricular activities. Reading Friends is dedicated to providing the young child a foundation for educational excellence.
730 E. Worth St., Grapevine 817.442.9144 / GrapevineFaith.com
Grapevine Faith exists to develop and graduate authentic Christian leaders. In partnership with Christian families, we educate children ranging from Primary 3s through 12th grade. Grapevine Faith offers a unique educational opportunity for students through a challenging, Christ-centered, biblically based school program with excellence in academics, athletics, and creative arts.
We strive to infuse a biblical worldview in every aspect of the school experience, and encourage ministry and mission mindedness to the local community and beyond. Grapevine Faith is independent and inter-denominational. We serve families on our campus near historic downtown Grapevine. Faith is co-educational, evangelical, and college-preparatory with selective admission. We invite you to visit our campus, meet our faculty, and talk with our students. We would love to show you Faith in action!
GRAPEVINE FAITH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
FAST FACTSSTUDENTS SERVED: PRIMARY 3S THROUGH 12TH GRADE; ELEMENTARY HOME SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM ENROLLMENT: 775 FUN FACTS: MORE THAN $6 MILLION IN SCHOLARSHIPS WERE AWARDED TO THE 2015 GRADUATING CLASS; 11 PERFECT SCORES ON THE NATIONAL LATIN EXAM; 2 DSM HIGH SCHOOL THEATRE NOMINATIONS; DISTRICT CHAMPIONS BOYS SOCCER; 4A TAPPS STATE RUNNER-UP IN ART; THIRD PLACE STATE BOYS GOLF OPEN HOUSE DATES: OCTOBER 20, NOVEMBER 10, DECEMBER 8, JANUARY 19, FEBRUARY 23, MARCH 22, APRIL 19
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100 Clariden Ranch Rd., Southlake 682.237.0400 / ClaridenSchool.org
1601 Corporate Circle, Southlake / 817-442-8782 www.childrenscourtyard.com/3040
FAST FACTS50% OF STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES; ACTIVITIES INCLUDE DANCE, SOCCER, BASKETBALL, GYMNASTICS AND PIANO CURRICULUM: LEARN FROM THE START, FROG STREET, ACCELERATED PRE-K, PRIVATE KINDERGARTEN
THE CHILDREN’S COURTYARDDedicated to only the great state of Texas, The Children’s Courtyard is an educational daycare that serves Trophy Club, Southlake and the surrounding communities. The Center Director, Leeann Hart, is a Southlake mom of three boys and a very dedicated mom in the community. The Children’s Courtyard offers a variety of programs for children six weeks through 13 years old, ranging from infant care to private Kindergarten to summer camp. The facility’s outstanding staff of teachers brings together many years of experience working in the early childhood education field. The Children’s Courtyard provides a safe, warm and welcoming learning environment for children. Join us for our Back to School Open House and Art Party, August 8th 10:00 am to 12:30 pm
THE CLARIDEN SCHOOL OF SOUTHLAKEThe Clariden School of Southlake is a fully accredited, award-winning private school offering small class sizes and project-based learning. Accepting students from three years of age through high school, The Clariden School provides progressive education using project-based learning, which is considered by many to be one of the most effective ways to engage students in their studies, thus promoting a greater depth of knowledge.
Step into project-based classrooms and you’ll find educators who have a passion for teaching using lesson plans specifically designed to inspire students. Situated on a 23-acre campus, the school has a full-size gymnasium, fine arts building, computer lab, library, and chemistry lab.
FAST FACTSFOUNDED: OVER 25 YEARS AGO GRADES: PRESCHOOL THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL SPECIALTIES: INTERACTIVE PROJECT-BASED LEARNING IN ALL GRADES WHAT’S NEW: 2014 1ST PLACE COWTOWN BEST ROBOTICS AND 2015 TARC NATIONAL FINALISTS
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600 Zena Rucker Rd., Southlake / 817.442.5771 LittleSunshine.com/TX-Southlake
FAST FACTSFOUNDED: 2002 GRADES: INFANT THROUGH PRE-K OPEN HOUSE DATES: JULY 7 FROM 11 A.M. TO 1 P.M., JULY 18 FROM 10 A.M. TO 12:30 P.M., JULY 23 FROM 8 - 10 A.M. SPECIALTIES: THEATER, MUSIC, AND SPANISH FUN FACT: LITTLE SUNSHINE’S PLAYHOUSE SOUTHLAKE WAS THE FIRST LITTLE SUNSHINE’S PRESCHOOL TO BE BUILT IN TEXAS
LITTLE SUNSHINE’S PLAYHOUSELittle Sunshine’s Playhouse maintains an identity and brand image of unrivaled distinction in preschool and educational childcare, providing preschool beyond daycare and excellence in early childhood education. Their philosophy differs from the average preschool because of its focus on building self-esteem through the arts and sports, limited enrollment, and an upscale environment.
The master-planned and accredited curriculum at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, Creatively Shine™, is based off the newest research and trends to prepare young children to enter their educational career equipped with cognitive, social, emotional, physical and language skills. Some of the most innovative services include their password-secured Kiddie Cams™ that allow live remote viewing capability for parents, their LuvNotes™ system, which is an electronic communication system that allows teachers to send secured, individualized reports, photos and videos of each child to their parents throughout the day, a Red Carpet™ morning drop-off service and secured entry.
These unique characteristics and distinctive services differentiate Little Sunshine’s Playhouse in Southlake as the premier preschool/childcare concept.
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450 W. Southlake Blvd., Southlake 817.421.5605 / SouthlakeTennis.com
SOUTHLAKE TENNIS CENTERTennis is the sport of a lifetime, and at Southlake Tennis Center, players develop the athletic skills, concentration, sportsmanship, discipline and self-reliance to excel at the sport and play at the top of their game. Studies show that junior tennis players have better grades and more self-esteem than players of team sports. Tennis is a great compliment to other sports, developing both foot-eye and hand-eye coordination while teaching players problem-solving skills.
At Southlake Tennis Center, we use the USTA player development program so players have more success as they learn. Our certified teaching staff uses a structured curriculum that focuses on the individual development of each player. We work with both recreational players who want to have fun playing tennis and serious competitive players who are seeking a college scholarship.
FAST FACTSFOUNDED: 1999 GRADES: AGES FOUR THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL SPECIALTIES: SOUTHLAKE TENNIS CENTER USES A SKILLS-BASED APPROACH WITH A LOW STUDENT-COACH RATIO THAT ALLOWS PLAYERS TO PLAY RIGHT FROM THE BEGINNING
PRIMROSE SCHOOLS
FAST FACTSOPEN HOUSE: AUGUST 8 FROM 3 TO 5 P.M. AT OUR HIDDEN LAKES LOCATION GRADES: INFANT THROUGH PRIVATE KINDERGARTEN PLUS AFTER-SCHOOL CARE SPECIALTIES: TEACHER-GUIDED AND CHILD-INITIATED EXPERIENCES WITH A FOCUS ON CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT
Primrose School of Southlake / 155 S. Kimball Ave., Southlake 817.421.8087 / PrimroseSouthlake.com Primrose School at Hidden Lakes / 1100 Davis Blvd., Southlake 817.337.4666 / PrimroseHiddenLakes.com
Primrose School of Southlake and Primrose School at Hidden Lakes are accredited private preschools that provide a premier educational childcare experience. As The Leader in Educational Child Care®, we offer well-rounded early childhood education and nurturing childcare services for infants through private kindergarten, in addition to before- and after-school care and transportation to our local elementary schools.
Primrose Schools’ Balanced Learning curriculum blends teacher-directed and child-initiated activities to emphasize academics, character development and play to nurture a lifelong love of learning. In addition to core academic subjects, the curriculum includes enrichment programs in music, art, physical activity, sign language, Spanish, tech-nology, and life skills for a well-rounded education. Our goal is to help children have fun while building Active Minds, Healthy Bodies and Happy Hearts®.
Please contact us today for more information or to schedule a tour.
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6605 Pleasant Run Rd., Colleyville 817.251.1881 / COLSchool.org
FAST FACTSGRADES: PRESCHOOL (AGE TWO) THROUGH 8TH GRADE INNOVATIVE STRATEGIES: THINKING MAPS, KAGAN COOPERATIVE LEARNING, STEM CLASS SIZE: SMALL CLASS SIZES AND UPPER SCHOOL STUDENTS CAN EARN HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS FUN FACTS: EACH YEAR, STUDENTS COMPLETE HUNDREDS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS. A STATEMENT OF FAITH IS NOT REQUIRED AWARDS: COLLS HAS BEEN NAMED AN NLSA EXEMPLARY SCHOOL
Crown of Life Lutheran School (COLLS) is a loving, Christian environment that ministers to students and families by nurturing the whole child academically, spiritually, emotionally, socially and physically. Our commitment is to reinforce Christian morals and values from the authority of God’s Word, encouraging a close relationship with Jesus Christ, and high academic achievement for each child.
COLLS has been awarded over $300,000 in foundation grants, and has been described as “Tarrant County’s Best Kept Secret.” On average, COLLS students test 2.7 years ahead of their peers and rank in the top six percent nationwide on standardized tests. Teachers at COLLS are degreed and certified, and collectively complete more than 750 professional development hours each year. With students participating in activities such as soccer, basketball, art, and band, among others, COLLS fosters a multi-dimensional approach to learning. COLLS is dedicated to innovation in academic, spiritual, and emotional growth.
CROWN OF LIFE LUTHERAN SCHOOL
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3220 W. Southlake Blvd., Southlake 682.593.0990 / Southlake.SchoolOfRock.com
FAST FACTSFOUNDED: 1998 GRADES: PRE-K THROUGH ADULTS SPECIALTIES: GUITAR, BASS, VOCALS, KEYBOARDS, DRUMS, AND GROUP REHEARSALS FUN FACT: THE MOVIE, “SCHOOL OF ROCK,” IS LOOSELY BASED ON OUR FOUNDER DON’T MISS: SCHOOL OF ROCK DFW SUMMER TOUR FINALE AT THE HOUSE OF BLUES, AUGUST 9
SCHOOL OF ROCKSchool of Rock is the largest and one of the most respected music schools in the world with over 150 locations worldwide. Dallas/Ft. Worth is home to seven schools, with the Southlake Boulevard location among the nation’s very best. Founded in 1998, School of Rock serves rockers of all ages.
Our mission is to inspire our students to rock, both on stage and in life, as we work to save rock ‘n’ roll one kid at a time. We have a unique approach to music education. Our students learn not only to play music, but also to understand the value of humility, hard work, and being on a team. Colleges look for more than test scores and letter grades – they look for the most well-rounded kids. Our kids have gone on to be on film, television, and Broadway, as well as touring the world in countless bands, having made friends for life.
465 W. Southlake Blvd., Southlake 817.888.1297 / dfwpac.com
DFW PERFORMING ARTS CONSERVATORY
DFW Performing Arts Conservatory is an academic and performing arts school for students in third through 12th grade. Students at PAC have academic classes in the morning, taught by certified teach-ers using a nationally accredited curriculum. In the afternoon, they receive fine art training in all styles of dance, acting, vocal and instrumental music.
Many PAC students audition and work in addition to going to school. They’ve shot commercials and TV shows for “The Voice,” Disney’s “Next Big Thing,” Six Flags, Market Street, Texas Lottery, NBC Pilots and have danced for the Dallas Cowboys. Graduates have gone on to receive scholarships to various universi-ties. It is PAC’s philosophy that if you train a child to be a quadruple threat, it will open so many doors for these young artists.
FAST FACTSGRADES: THIRD THROUGH 12TH SPECIALTIES: DANCE, ACTING, VOCALS, AND MUSIC FUN FACT: PROVIDING BOTH ACADEMIC AND FINE ARTS TRAINING WITHIN A NORMAL SCHOOL DAY FREES PARENTS FROM HAVING TO DRIVE ALL OVER THE METROPLEX AFTER SCHOOL TO TAKE THEIR CHILD TO THESE ACTIVITIES.
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151 Quest Court, Keller, TX 76248e-mail: [email protected]
HEAD OF THE CLASSAcademic and Counseling Center
A Lifetime Learning Center
817.741.6997 www.headoftheclass.co
MAXIMIZE YOUR STUDENT’S ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE
OTHER SERVICES• Psycho-educational Testing
• Private Tutoring (All subjects, K – College)
• College Counseling
TEST PREPARATION
• SAT®/ACT® TEST PREP
- Private Tutoring - Flexible semi-private workshops - Group classes
• STATE STANDARDIZED TEST PREP
• ISEE/ISAT
• ALL COLLEGE PLACEMENT TESTS
Our pediatricians are with you every inch of the way. Because childhood should be simple.
Roger Knapp, M.D. David Nichols, M.D.
480 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 133Southlake, TX 76092817-347-1250 phone
cookchildrens.org
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ENDODONTICS Sayeed AttarAdvanced Endodontics of Texas1674 Keller Pkwy., Ste. 100, Keller817-562-4141 AdvancedEndoOfTexas.com
James A. ElliottDental Specialties of Saginaw713 West Bailey Boswell Rd., Ste. 100, Saginaw817-381-4146DentalSpecialistsOfSaginaw.com
C. Michael LarsenSouthlake Endodontics1100 East Southlake Blvd., Ste. 400, Southlake817-488-3636SouthlakeEndo.com
Todd W. RemmersSouthlake Endodontics1100 East Southlake Blvd., Ste. 400, Southlake817-488-3636SouthlakeEndo.com
Jeffrey Lee SaundersColleyville5209 Heritage Ave., Ste. 400, Colleyville817-571-1700ColleyvilleEndo.com
Casey L. TurnerAdvanced Endodontics of Texas1674 Keller Pkwy., Ste. 100, Keller817-562-4190AdvancedEndoOfTexas.com
Ryan M. WalshAdvanced Endodontics of Texas1674 Keller Pkwy., Ste. 100, Keller817-562-4190AdvancedEndoOfTexas.com
GENERAL DENTISTRY
Stephen P. Anderson2915 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100, Southlake817-481-6553
Brett BakerHuckabee Dental505 West Southlake Blvd., Southlake817-756-8629dfwdental.com
Michael W. Bell308 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-282-1241MichaelWBellDDS.com
Gina A. BledermannKeller Town Dental121 Rufe Snow Dr., Ste. 111, Keller817-337-7941KellerTownDental.com
David BohannanBohannan Dentistry8237 Mid Cities Blvd., North Richland Hills817-485-1144BohannanDentistry.com
Sean M. Cerone271 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 150, Southlake 817-421-2437DrCerone.com
Michael ColangeloGrapevine Dental1015 W. Wall St., Grapevine817-481-7232DrMichaelColangelo.com
Jeffery L. Corbet2205 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-354-0606DrCorbet.com
2015 top DENTISTS
Based on a confidential poll in which area
dentists and specialists are nominated the
best in their fields, Southlake Style’s second
annual list of 70 top dentists features a
sampling of the great body of talent in the
field of dentistry in the United States. Years
of experience, continuing education manner
with patients, use of new techniques and
technologies and physical results all played
a vital role in the selection process. On the
following pages, Southlake Style profiled a
few of these dentists who not only represent
some of the finest in the industry but also give
back to the communities in which they serve.
This list is excerpted from 2015 the topDentists™ list, which includes listings for 70 dentists and specialists in Southlake. For more information call 706-364-0853; write P.O. Box 970, Augusta, GA 30903; email [email protected] or visit www.usatopdentists.com. topDentists has used its best efforts in assembling material for this list but does not warrant that the information contained herein is complete or accurate, and does not assume, and hereby disclaims, any liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions herein whether such errors or omissions result from negligence, accident, or any other cause. Copyright 2012-2015 by topDentists, LLC of Augusta, GA. All rights reserved. This list, or parts thereof, must not be reproduced in any form without permission. No commercial use of the information in this list may be made without permission of topDentists. No
fees may be charged, directly or indirectly, for the use of the information in this list without permission.
Daniel H. Davis4000 Brown Trail, Colleyville817-656-9366SmileDesignsOfColleyville.com
Paul G. Davis, Jr.Davis Family Dental Care2213 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-354-9999DavisFamilyDentists.com
Tracie L. Davis271 East Southlake Blvd., Ste. 150, Southlake817-421-2437DrCerone.com
Russell T. DixRussell T. Dix Family Dentistry426 Keller Pkwy., Ste. 300, Keller817-431-3342RussellDixFamilyDentistry.com
Lauren A. Davis DrennanDavis Family Dental Care2213 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-354-9999DavisFamilyDentists.com
Tonya K. FuquaFuqua Advanced Dental1422 Main St., Ste. 207, Southlake 817-410-8765FuquaAdvancedDental.com
James E. Halpert4201 Brown Trail, Ste. 104, Colleyville817-281-8633JamesHalpertDDS.com
Valerie H. Hubbell1650 W. Northwest Hwy., Ste. 201, Grapevine817-488-2211HubbellDDS.com
Ronald Lee4105 Gateway Ct., Colleyville817-267-4146
D. Michael Mabry271 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 100, Southlake 817-329-6677MichaelMabryDDS.com
D. Keith Metzger1213 Hall Johnson Rd., Ste. 100, Colleyville817-428-1800MetzgerDDS.com
Jennette OlsonCosmetic & Family Dentistry of North Texas8090 Precinct Line Rd., Ste. 100, Colleyville817-428-8700DentistInColleyville.com
Chad Perry8408 Davis Blvd., Ste. 250, North Richland Hills817-867-4003ChadPerryDDS.com
Mark E. StuderBedford Smiles1256 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-545-4040StuderDDS.com
Jean TuggeryCosmetic & Family Dentistry of North Texas8090 Precinct Line Rd., Ste. 100, Colleyville817-428-8700DentistInColleyville.com
Bryan S. Wall5300 N. Tarrant Pkwy., Keller817-750-0966BryanWallDDS.com
David S. WhiteHuckabee Dental505 West Southlake Blvd., Southlake817-756-8629DFWDental.com
Todd WhiteCosmetic Dental Arts1422 Main St., Ste. 262, Southlake 814-416-2961CosmeticDentalArts.com
Gregory B. Wright200 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 30, Southlake 817-481-7999WrightSmiles.com
ORAL AND MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Brandon R. BrownNorthern Texas Facial & Oral Surgery1139 Keller Pkwy., Keller817-379-1654ntfos.org
David Kemp HunterNorthern Texas Facial & Oral Surgery1612 Lancaster Dr., Grapevine817-329-4979ntfos.org
John Patrick McPhillipsBedford Associates in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery2121 Central Dr., Ste. 1, Bedford817-283-5581aomstx.net
Lee P. OneacreDFW Oral Surgeries3700 Forums Dr., Ste. 203, Flower Mound972-539-1491DFWOralSurgeons.com
David Eward ParmerAlliance Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery4224 Heritage Trace Pkwy., Ste. 304, Keller817-741-2200DFWOralSurgery.com
John Clifton ShillingburgDFW Oral Surgeons3700 Forums Dr., Ste. 203, Flower Mound972-539-1491DFWOralSurgeons.com
Gregory D. TaylorSouthlake Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery311 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 150, Southlake 817-424-1166SouthlakeOMS.com
Christopher TyeTexas Oral Surgery Specialists6904 Colleyville Blvd., Ste. 100, Colleyville817-552-3223SurgicalArts.net
ORTHODONTICS
Jose G. ChowMore Smiles Orthodontics8300 Precinct Line Rd., Ste. 100, Colleyville817-282-0200MoreSmilesOrtho.com
Monte K. CollinsJohnson & Collins Orthodontics2121 Central Dr., Bedford817-283-3777JohnsonCollinsOrtho.com
S. Thomas Czarnecki754 Carroll Ave., Southlake817-488-1150DrCzarnecki.info
Basma M. FallahNRH Orthodontics6252 Davis Blvd., Ste. 100, North Richland Hills817-581-8881NRHOrthodontics.com
Robert GallagherGallagher Smiles2800 William D. Tate, Ste. 100, Grapevine817-329-7400GallagherSmiles.com
Ronald D. GrovesGroves Orthodontics2105 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 245, Southlake 817-481-2770GrovesOrthodontics.com
Grant David JohnsonJohnson & Collins Orthodontics1422 Main St., Ste. 230, Southlake 817-488-8870JohnsonCollinsOrtho.com
Jeremy Russell LustigLustig Orthodontics5340 N. Tarrant Pkwy., Keller817-514-1717LustigOrthodontics.com
Richard A. McFarland651 Cross Timbers Rd., Ste. 100, Flower Mound469-293-1809MacSmiles.com
David Craig McReynoldsMcReynolds Orthodontics1135 Keller Pkwy., Bldg. 1, Keller817-431-0683McReynoldsOrthodontics.com
Tamara S. Miller1850 Keller Pkwy., Ste. 104, Keller817-431-1115DrTamaraMiller.com
Anthony PatelAnthony Patel Orthodontics311 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 130, Southlake 682-214-0688AnthonyPatelOrtho.com
Paul RobinsonRobinson Orthodontics617 Ball St., Grapevine817-488-5653RobinsonBraces.com
Larry Paul TadlockTadlock Orthodontics601 S. Main St., Ste. 240, Keller817-485-4996TadlockOrtho.com
PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY
Sandra Lee ArmstrongGiggles & Grins Pediatric Dentistry2915 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 200, Southlake 817-488-3533CatchAWinningSmile.com
Christopher M. DavisDavis Pediatric Dentistry1422 Main St., Ste. 226, Southlake 817-481-7733DavisPediatricDentistry.com
Daniel E. DonohueDonohue & Donohue DDS1121 South Carroll Ave., Ste. 130, Southlake817-488-7000SouthlakeKellerDental.com
John R. GoberHealthy Smiles 4 Kids5708 Colleyville Blvd., Colleyville817-428-8575HealthySmiles4Kids.net
Jeffrey A. HoffmanJust for Kids Dentistry601 South Main St., Ste. 220, Keller817-741-8390JustForKidsDentistry.com
George Stanley Preece4100 Heritage Trace Pkwy., Ste. 100, Keller817-741-6100DrPreece.com
Amy Kamille WattsGiggles & Grins Pediatric Dentistry2915 E. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 200, Southlake 817-488-3533CatchAWinningSmile.com
PERIODONTICS
Paul J. Ezzo1005 Long Prairie Rd., Ste. 100, Flower Mound972-538-3700krish.com
Brent F. Gabriel230 N. Park Blvd., Ste. 108, Grapevine817-424-2993
William M. Grover1602 Lancaster Dr., Ste. 101, Grapevine817-481-1622DFWPerio.com
MATTHEW R. STEFFERSouthlake Periodontics and Implant Dentistry3061 W. Southlake Blvd., Ste. 110, Southlake 817-665-6404SouthlakePeriodontics.com
Donald Joseph SteinbergDFW Implant Team2225 Harwood Rd., Bedford817-267-1851DFWImplantTeam.com
PROSTHODONTICS
Steven J. FuquaFuqua Advanced Dental1422 Main St., Ste. 207, Southlake 817-410-8765FuquaAdvancedDental.com
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Dr. Michael Mabry and Dr. Katie Coniglio specialize in cosmetic and aesthetic dentistry. Dr. Mabry has over 25 years of experience as a Texas dentist and Dr. Coniglio has over six years. Their services include cosmetics, implants, veneers, whitening, occlusal services, crowns, tooth-colored restorations, and laser dentistry.
Dr. Mabry and Dr. Coniglio believe in a strong relationship between doctor and patient. They think that every patient should be well educated in regards to their dental health and encourage each to play an active role
in developing their ultimate treatment plan. Both doctors are forthright, honest, plain-spoken, and empathetic—characteristics that are important in distinguishing their practice.
Whether you’re looking for an advanced dental procedure or a simple restoration, Dr. Mabry and Dr. Coniglio can help. They and their experienced, friendly staff take pride in providing you with the best dental treatment possible.
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Dr. Christopher M. Davis is a pediatric dentist located in the Southlake Town Square. He provides services to children from infancy through college. Dr. Davis has been named “Top Doc” by Fort Worth Magazine and “Super Dentist” by Texas Monthly repeatedly.
Dr. Davis’ three children grew up attending Southlake schools. He is a member of the Southlake Chamber of Commerce, is an organizations and activity sponsor of Carroll ISD, and is part of the Save-a-Smile charity, which provides dental care to underprivileged children.
Dr. Davis’ focus is always treating the child first and then
their teeth by taking into account their emotional wellbeing and past experiences. Davis Pediatric Dentistry has an open-door policy and allows parents to come back during their children’s visit.
Dr. Davis aims to educate patients and parents on how to prevent decay and oral disease. He provides a friendly environment where children can play video games or watch movies during their visit, and parents can either stay or shop in Town Square. Nothing is more rewarding to him than when a parent tells him their child “loves going to the dentist.”
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Husband-and-wife team, Dr. Sayeed Attar, D.D.S., M.S. and Dr. Casey L. Turner, D.D.S., M.S., and Dr. Ryan Walsh, D.D.S., are committed to providing the highest standards of specialty care. Advanced Endodontics of Texas emphasizes the use of state-of-the art equipment and training – including completely digital charting and radiography, and a focused field CT machine for the highest resolution imaging. All three doctors volunteer their endodontic services through the Save-A-Smile program.
Dr. Attar received his D.D.S. from the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, as well as his Masters of Science and his Endodontic Certification. Dr. Turner
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Dr. Walsh attended the University of Iowa, receiving his D.D.S. from the College of Dentistry in 2011. He completed specialty training at the Texas A&M University Baylor College of Dentistry in Dallas, receiving a certificate in endodontics.
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have no place in today’s shopping carts. Instead, your kids are looking for back to school clothes and accessories fit for the catwalk. How many of you seem to learn more from your kids about fashion than you do from your peers? To say this generation is fashion savvy is an understatement.
Although focused on academics, your teen-ager still has a desire to look good. So don’t be surprised when your son’s eyes lock in on the Korbin check print bag from Burberry. You may never know why the bag caught his atten-tion in the first place, but what you will notice is his limited vocabulary about it. He thinks it’s cool. He likes the color. His books will fit. And then you will leave Nordstrom with a new school bag.
The Korbin check print bag features the classic Burberry pattern that made the brand famous. But he’ll like the fact that it’s navy and manly. It is accented with a woven-jute, dark leather trim. But he’ll feel like it’s sturdy enough to carry around his books, spirals and binders full of syllabi. There’s a belted-flap patch pocket in the front perfect for calculators and pens. But he’ll be glad there is a place for his cell phone and earbuds. A hidden back zipper allows access to the interior compartment for easy access to his school notes. But he’ll think it’s a great place to sneak in all those love notes he collects but doesn’t tell you about.
And finally, you will be sold when you see that the easily adjustable shoulder straps are made from felt-padded leather. After all, these comfort-able straps make it easy to carry around his school necessities up and down all those hallways. And with this feature, your thoughts will be in sync with your son’s. (Treasure this, parents. It won’t happen often.)
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On the Road Again
careers, these Southlake residents-turned
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By Amy Reisner Photography by Jamie Handy
R etirement is what you make of it, and depending on whom you ask, coming out of retirement could be the best part. Take
retiree Jerry Hon for example. He’s a school bus driver for Carroll ISD.
Jerry landed his first job out of college with a major oil company, now known as Citgo. He was selected to be part of a three-man team working with IBM engineers to assist with debugging the first IBM 360 COBOL compiler and programming language.
Jerry moved on to work with a start-up computer output service company for 23 years, beginning as a systems programmer and retiring as EVP of Field Operations. At that point, as Jerry puts it, life without the office hours sounded great. “But after a couple of months of nothing challenging to do, it became apparent that retirement was not for me,” he says.
Coming out of retirement, Jerry became the EVP of International Operations with 10,000 employees spread around the world. And after seven years in that position, he was once again thrown back into retirement.
Fortunately for him, another opportunity came up that would once again bring him back into the fold. He was told he wouldn’t be a VP of any sort, but there would still be travel involved. However, this job would only take him around the block and up the corner a few times – a far cry from around the world.
Jerry is a school bus driver for the Carroll ISD Transportation Department, and according to him, it’s the best job he’s ever had.
Why Southlake?School bus drivers in Southlake come from all different walks of life. Most other school districts employ bus drivers who have made a career of it. Southlake is different, Jerry says. “We are a bunch of people from different backgrounds who all happen to enjoy driving school buses post-retirement.”
But Southlake wasn’t a random destination for these empty nesters looking for a little more than timeshares and RV resorts. These career men and women turned school bus drivers had been part of the Southlake community for years.
“One of the reasons I chose to be a bus driver is that Southlake has been part of our lives for so many years,” Jerry says. “My girls went through the school system, and my wife was a volunteer at the school. Carroll has been such a big part of our lives for so many years, and I like the people and the kids in the school system.”
“Southlake kids are special. Other drivers come in from other districts and tell stories we couldn’t even dream up. We have a pretty good clientele,” he adds.
Taking on the role of a bus driver is more about the benefits that can’t be calculated on a ledger. Jerry, who transports students in kindergarten through eighth grade, said he wouldn’t have it any other way. “It is a wonderful and very fulfilling job. I am thankful for every day I get to spend with my young friends. You can only imagine the joy I have watching them as they grow up.”
For other drivers, such as Jim and Ginger Murray who drive for junior and senior high school students, it’s more about building relationships with the students which allows them to be a positive influence on Southlake youth.
Meet the MurraysHe goes by Mr. Jim, Mr. Murray or Mr. Bus Driver Man, but no matter how you address him, he’ll know your name soon enough. “I memorize the students’ names in two to three weeks,” Jim says. “Once they realize that I take the time to know their names, they have more respect for me and respond better.
“They teach us in orientation to greet each student coming on and going off the bus. You never know what kind of day they are having,” Jim recalls. “So I make it a point to shake hands with each and every one of them.”
Nine years ago, Jim started driving a school bus for Carroll when a friend told him he might enjoy it as a part-time job. It didn’t take Jim long to become hooked.
But this transportation gig would be nothing like what he experienced in his 34-year career with Ford Motor Company.
Shortly after graduating from Lewisville High School in 1967, Jim was hired by the Ford Motor Company Parts Division in Carrollton. He began his career as a warehouse employee but was quickly promoted to management.
“Before Ford’s move to the Alliance Airport area in 2003, I was responsible for the maintenance of more than 500,000 square feet of buildings, including 100 pieces of riding equipment such as forklifts and a complex retrieval system much like what you’d see at the dry cleaners,” Jim says.
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move to the Alliance Corridor that Jim and his family moved to Southlake in 2000. After his retirement, Jim recalls his accountant suggesting a part-time job wouldn’t be a bad idea to supplement he and his wife’s retirement income. That’s about the time he was introduced to the Carroll ISD Transportation Department.
Jim enjoyed driving a school bus so much that after the first year he talked his wife Ginger into taking it on as her part-time job as well. “When they asked me if I would be interested in driving the bus for students with special needs, I was not sure at first,” Ginger says. “But after a week I knew this is where I wanted to be. These kids are so neat, and they just light up the room.”
Jim and his wife were youth counselors for six years at First United Methodist Church in Richardson, where they lived prior to moving to Southlake. “The time we spent working with kids at the church, is really what prepared us for interacting with the students on our bus routes,” Ginger says. “We can really relate to them.”
According to Jim, when he was a teenager all he cared about were “hot rods and girls.” But his experiences as a bus driver for junior and senior high school students has continued to open his eyes to this generation.
“I like driving the older kids because it keeps us plugged in to young people. Usually all you hear is the bad stuff about teenagers, but these kids are pretty cool,” Jim says. “I’ve been driving high school students for eight of my nine years with the district, and I am proud to say our future is in good hands.”
Jim may be referring to the students he drives each day to and from school, but if the care and attention expressed by the bus drivers as a whole is true —Southlake parents know their children are in good hands, as well.
“One of the reasons I chose to be a bus driver is that Southlake has been part of our lives for so many years.” -Jerry Hon
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As people grow older, they experience drooping or sagging eyelids and for that reason, eyelid lift surgery has become very popular. You even find certain people who have droopy eyelids from birth and others who have developed myasthenia gravis, which is a disease that cause drooping eyelids. The surgery is normally done while the patient is awake, but he or she will be given medicine to relieve anxiety. The medical practitioner will inject the numbing medicine around the eye, so the patient does not feel any pain during surgery.
Eyelid surgery, also known as Eyelid lift or Blepharoplasty, is carried out by general plastic or facial plastic surgeons. Aside from droopy or sagging eyelids, the procedure is done for those who have dark circles or puffy bags under their eyes. Lower eyelid and upper eyelid surgery procedures are often carried out separately. Another popular eyelid surgery is the double eyelid surgery, which refers to the accentuation or the creation of an eyelid crease. This procedure, known as Asian Blepharoplasty, is often performed on Asian eyes and it is performed to make Asian eyelids look a lot more like Caucasian eyelids by adding a visible fold.
The objective of an eyelid lift surgery is to lift the eyelids and the surgeon will begin the treatment by making tiny cuts into the natural creases of the eyelids. Then, he or she will remove extra loose skin and additional fat tissue. Once the surgeon tightens the eyelid muscles, he or she will place stitches in the area of the eyelid. This type of surgery hardly requires the patient to be admitted and it is usually done in the surgeon’s office instead of an operating room.
As with any type of surgeries, there are risks and complications involved in the procedure. Below are just a few of the risks that are involved and they may, or may not, affect the patient:People who are considering eyelid surgery should also learn about the medical conditions that make it more risky for them, such as:
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Additionally, the risks of anesthesia may or may not include reactions to medicines and breathing difficulties. Other risks are infection and bleeding during and after surgery.
Patients who have undergone eyelid surgery will generally get their stitches removed within three to four days post-surgery, whereas the small pieces of tape are removed within seven days. The patients are able to return to work in the next eight to 10 days, but female patients are advised to use make-up after the eighth day of the recovery period. With the surgeon’s approval and clearance, patients can resume normal activities within three to four weeks.
People who are opting for eyelid lift surgery have the option of going through a laser eyelid surgery, but the risks and complications are said to be higher than the traditional surgery. It is advisable for patients to research various surgeons and medical centers prior to the surgery. Obtain as much information as possible to avoid any unwanted discrepancies after the surgery. Research can be done via the Internet, which is easy, quick, and informative.”
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A medical POA allows the person you appoint (your “agent”) to make medical decisions for you in the event you cannot make them yourself. A statutory durable POA allows you to appoint an agent to manage your affairs and make decisions on your behalf—i.e, banking, business transactions, and tax matters. You can choose to make this POA effective immediately or in the event you become disabled/incapacitated.
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A Bird in the HandEXQUISITE FOOD MEETS AN EASY-GOING FEEL AT CLAY PIGEON
On the west side of Ft. Worth, just outside of downtown, lies Chef Marcus Paslay’s upscale res-taurant, Clay Pigeon Food and Drink. As its name suggests, Clay Pigeon evokes a trendy, modern vibe mixed with a sense of the casual, the rustic, the great outdoors. According to Paslay, excellent food you can eat in your blue jeans makes for the best meal.
This atmosphere translates to the mission of the restaurant: To provide quality cuisine in a comfortable and personal setting. Paslay and his team make almost everything in-house and from scratch, from producing their own bread and ice cream to butchering their own meats. What they can’t produce themselves, they source locally. It’s a product-driven establishment, meaning its menu constantly changes to reflect the most lo-cal, organic, and seasonal ingredients.
This type of restaurant feel makes sense with Paslay’s personal story. He grew up in Arlington with a passion for hunting and harvesting (hence
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the restaurant’s name) that later translated into a deep appreciation for food. After graduating from culinary school in 2006, Paslay and his wife, Emily, travelled around the country, which fur-ther sharpened his culinary techniques. Paslay has prepared fresh seafood in Alaska and butch-ered fresh meat on the Big Island in Hawaii. Most recently, he was executive chef for Neighborhood Services in Dallas. It is clear Paslay does not shy away from food-related experimentation.
“It’s always been a dream to own and operate a restaurant, so it was the end goal for a long time,” Paslay says. “When my wife and I moved to Texas, we looked hard at making it a reality.”
It became a reality in December 2013 when the restaurant opened for business. Since then, only one item has consistently stayed on the menu: the mussels. Made with leek, fennel, house-made bacon, white wine, garlic and pancetta, this is the chef’s go-to small plate and a customer favorite.
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bases. There are typically some small plates including some sim-ple salads, as well as more elaborate dishes –foie gras torchon and fire-roasted bone marrow have been offered in the past.
When it comes to large plates, you really get a feel for the restaurant’s focus on fresh ingredients. Out of six entrees (three change daily), there’s a new house-made pasta, fresh catch, and prime cut every day. Additionally, Paslay cooks many meats over a wood fire using oak or mesquite to give them a smoky flavor cus-tomers love.
This summer, the menu boasts lots of fresh watermelon and other seasonal favorites. The compressed watermelon salad with heirloom tomatoes, ham, and white balsamic vinaigrette is not to be missed. Clay Pigeon also plans to bring back duck and scallops to pair with corn, which is at its peak this season.
Moving on to drinks, you’re sure to find above and beyond what you expected – no matter your drink of choice. The wine menu is extensive, and the cocktail menu is well developed and unique. Re-cently, sous chef Peter Kreidler began a new program at the restau-rant, creating out-of-the-box craft cocktails. This process includes making house bitters, tinctures, syrups and shrubs, which change seasonally. A staple cocktail at the Clay Pigeon is called the Patio Pounder. It’s a combination of TX Whiskey, muddled pineapple, lemon verbena and mint, lemon juice and house-made orange bit-ters.
Paslay and his team pride themselves on giving customers a personal experience. According to Paslay, it’s what makes the Clay Pigeon unique. “It’s a little different than your mainstream place,” he says. “It’s not a chain restaurant. It’s my restaurant. I’m here all the time. I’m here to take care of customers.”
Whether you’re an age-old foodie looking for a delectable meal or a newbie to the fine-dining scene looking for a nice, rustic atmo-sphere to chat with friends, you won’t need to look far. So shimmy into your favorite pair of jeans, open your mind to an ever-adapt-ing menu, and head over to the Clay Pigeon for a truly once in a lifetime meal.
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Calling all pepper people! Central Market’s 20th Annual Hatch
Chile Festival is heating up to be the best one yet. It will take
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Here’s a quick Hatch history for you. Twenty years ago,
a single Hatch chile roaster arrived at the Central Market in
Austin with a pallet of peppers. Within 10 minutes of roasting
them, customers were lining up for a taste of the action. Now,
the Hatch Chile Festival has become one of Central Market’s
most beloved traditions.
These green gems get their name from their origin—
Hatch, New Mexico. More than 125 tons of peppers are
trucked in from the village of Hatch to the various Central
Market locations for the yearly festival. The festival has
gotten so much attention that in 2013, the New Mexico
Tourism Department declared this Hatch Chile Fest the most
authentic Hatch festival outside of New Mexico.
This year marks Central Market’s 20th event. No one in
Texas has been roasting peppers as long as it has, according
to Heather Senter, the media contact for DFW locations. She
says the Central Market Partners who roast the peppers have
more than 120 combined years of experience in the art.
An art it is. Central Market’s online guidelines that allow
anybody to become an expert roaster include instructions on
how to pick the perfect pepper (look for the bright green
color, symmetrical shape, heavy weight, and smooth but firm
skin) as well as methods for roasting, removing the skins, and
freezing for year-round Hatch hoarding.
If you’re a little less adventurous but still love the Hatch
taste, Central Market has you covered. The store creates
more than 100 Hatch specialty items for purchase during
the festival, from baked goods to cheeses and more. Hatch
items not to be missed this year include the Green and Blue
Burger, made with Hatch peppers and blue cheese; Chicken
with Hatch Tamale Cheddar Stuffing; Creamy Hatch Lime
Cheesecake; Hatch Chile Ice Cream in two new flavors; and
Schaller & Weber Hatch Smoked Sausage.
With so much tradition behind these precious peppers
and new Hatch items to try each year, it’s clear why the Hatch
Chile Festival has become a true pepper-phile’s dream. Head
on over to Central Market and prepare to smell Hatch chiles
roasting all over Southlake.
Get ’Em While They’re Haute Central Market’s annual Hatch Chile Festival blazes into its 20th year.
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Ben Bates has been working as a hospital chef manager
for the past several years. But in 2010, he channeled his
culinary expertise and years of training into developing
his take on one of summer’s favorite treats: popsicles. In
2013, he and his wife, Rosy Gurung, opened HipPop, an
all-natural popsicle, slush and shaved ice joint on Main
Street in downtown Grapevine.
While Bates works at Baylor Trophy Club, Gurung runs
the shop. Although Bates likes the flexible hours at the
hospital – Monday through Friday, breakfast and lunch
– his true passion lies in mixing up flavorful concoctions
at HipPop.
“Since I’m working at a hospital, I don’t get to play
as much as I would like,” Bates says. “This lets me be
creative and come up with stuff. That’s what I like about
running the shop – the freedom to play and do whatever
I want to do as far as flavors go.”
And play he does. Pop flavors on the menu include
Busta Lime (Jalapeño Cucumber Lime), Insane in the
Membrane (Mango Habanero), and Tribe Called Zest
(Blueberry Lemonade). Bates and his friends, as well as
some local customers, have created the pops’ fun names
over the years.
However, HipPop also offers flavors for the tamer pop
lover. According to Bates, Cookies and Cream and the
MC Nana (Mango Coconut Banana) are both popular
picks, especially with children. Also on the pop menu:
Ice Ice Berry (Strawberry Lemonade) and Piña Colada
(Pineapple Coconut Lime).
The process of creating these summer treats is
important to Bates and Gurung. They are constantly
bringing in fresh, local produce to juice or puree. Then
they add simple syrup made with organic sugar and
filtered water.
“We have a machine that freezes it in 17 minutes – so
really fast,” Bates says. “The faster you can freeze it, the
better the texture will be.”
As for the shaved ice, HipPop offers a wide variety of
both natural shaved ice, made with fruit puree, organic
sugar and filtered water, as well as traditional Hawaiian
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yourself by getting different fruit purees and flavors layered in.
The husband and wife team change their flavors regularly, and
the loyal locals that frequent the shop offer feedback. HipPop also
offers catering. Most recently, Bates and Gurung have purchased
a food truck, in addition to their two push carts, to expand their
catering opportunities.
“Every year we do a little more,” Bates says. “Give us a try. I
think we have something for everyone. Everybody leaves with
something they like.”
Whether you’re looking for a sweet treat to relieve the summer
heat or want to flex your experimentation muscles, you can be
sure you’ll be hip with your pop at HipPop.
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“They use real mushrooms, not canned, and have pepperoncini peppers,” says Tracy P., a reader who cast her vote for i Fratelli. However, the restaurant’s standout feature is definitely its fast, friendly and free delivery service. Take it from us when we say we had a very pleasant experience, from the timely delivery to the drivers’ hospitable demeanors and, of course, the hot pizza we immediately devoured upon arrival.
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How ’bout them Cowboys? After a rainy spring and a long, hot summer, it’s finally time to dust off those jerseys and head to Jerry World to celebrate the start of a brand-new season. And nothing showcases the
anticipation of this fresh start more than the first home preseason game, setting the stage for re-energized fans, playoff hopes and Super Bowl dreams. Following two away games against the San Diego Chargers and the San Francisco 49ers, Jason Garrett’s crew will finally head home to Arlington to take on the Minnesota Vikings during Week 3 of the preseason.
Another reason to anticipate the game is the return of infamous #28, running back Adrian Peterson. He missed almost a full season with the Minnesota Vikings last year and was rumored to be trading in his Vikings jersey for a Cowboys’ one just a few months ago. He’s chosen to continue donning purple for now, but we’ll be proudly wearing our blue and white, cheering on our favorite NFL team from first down to touchdown with shouts of “Let’s Go Cowboys” that will be heard from Dallas all the way to Minneapolis.
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If you’ve gone to a wedding recently, we bet you heard an Ed Sheeran song on the playlist. Actually, if you’ve turned on the radio, you probably did, too. The 24-year-old British crooner is having a bit of a moment right now, mixing his unique blend
of soulful songs and hip-hop hooks that appeal to basically anyone who likes music. Take his current hit, “Thinking Out Loud” which reached No. 1 on the Top 40, Hot AC and Adult radio charts. Now the Grammy Award-nominated star is taking his talents across North America on the second leg of his current tour, playing to sold-out crowds along the way.
Known for his creative and captivating live shows. Sheeran won’t disappoint his DFW fans at his upcoming performance. Expect to
hear hits from his breakthrough debut album “+” including “The A Team” and “Lego House,” along with more pop-influenced hits from his latest “X” album such as “Sing.” And who could forget the honest lyrics of the hit “Don’t,” telling the story of a scorned lover that proves Sheeran may have a few more surprises up his sleeve. From hopeless romantic to hope-filled star, we’ve come to appre-ciate Sheeran’s multi-faceted style. And it doesn’t look like we’re alone here.
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SHANIA TWAIN
AUGUST 10
American Airlines Center. She’s still the one.
Although it’s been more than 11 years since
Shania Twain hit the road, it feels like just
yesterday we were belting out her hits with
signature Shania sass. Now after a two-year
stint in Las Vegas, she’s heading to Dallas
for her Rock This Country Tour with open-
er Gavin DeGraw, bringing along all your
favorites like “Man! I Feel Like a Woman,”
“Any Man of Mine” and many more.
KEVIN HART
AUGUST 14
American Airlines Center. Love to laugh?
Kevin Hart is on a mission to prove that
it’s more than fun and games … it’s good
for your health, too. Teaming up with
Rally Health, the celebrated comedian and
actor is bringing his hilarity to Dallas for
his What Now? Tour. Join the fun as Hart
shows off his stand-up comedy style, along
with his innate ability to bring on the laughs
by poking fun at himself.
LIONS BALLOON FESTIVAL AND FAIR AT HIGHLAND VILLAGE
AUGUST 14-16
Unity Park. Release your inner child as you
watch hot air balloons soar through the
Texas sky at the 28th annual Lions Balloon
Festival. This iconic event centers on these
brilliant spectacles of color with tethered
balloon rides, mass ascensions, and balloon
glows – but it doesn’t stop there. Expect fun
for the entire family with live music, food,
weiner dog races, a car show and 5K run
to round out a truly unforgettable weekend.
SAM SMITH
AUGUST 17
Verizon Theatre. Since the release of Sam
Smith’s debut album “In the Lonely Hour”
in January 2014, a lot has changed. In just a
year and a half, the London-born singer has
become a household name, with a broad
appeal that spans everyone from your
daughter to your grandmother. Discover
how the 23-year-old Grammy Award winner
rose to the top as you witness his raw talent
live, sharing hits like “I’m Not the Only One”
and “Stay With Me” with his adoring fans.
DELICIOUS WISHES
AUGUST 20
Toyota Stadium. Local wishes meet local
dishes at this philanthropic event benefit-
ting the Make-a-Wish Foundation of North
Texas. Enjoy an intimate chef showcase fea-
turing culinary delights from 15 local chefs
led by Jon Thompson of Sugarbacon as they
serve up unique bites to help raise money to
support the wishes of local children facing
life-threatening medical conditions. Whose
dream will you help come true?
DEF LEPPARD
AUGUST 21
Gexa Energy Pavilion. When it comes to
epic rock songs, few bands strike a chord
better than Def Leppard. With more than
100 million albums sold worldwide since
it first formed in 1977, the English rock
band is known for packing the house for
its live shows and then wowing them with
powerful classic anthems. Throw on your
best rock gear and head bang to all your
favorite hits from “Pour Some Sugar On Me”
to “Rock of Ages.”
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AUGUST 21-29
Denton. Why wait until September to get
your fair fix? Family-friendly fun abounds at
the North Texas State Fair & Rodeo, featur-
ing nine nights of entertainment, eats and
more. Experience it all — from concerts and
rodeos to livestock shows and shopping.
And of course, it wouldn’t be a fair without
an array of delicious foods to sample.
1964 THE TRIBUTE
AUGUST 22
Winspear Opera House. Want the second
best thing to a Beatles concert? This could
be it. Hailed as the “best Beatles tribute” by
audiences and critics alike, 1964 The Tribute
follows the musical journey of this iconic era
in music. But it’s not just the music that’s
authentic. Travel back to the 1960s with
period instruments, clothing, hairstyles and
even onstage banter at this unique show
that will have you singing and toe-tapping
right along.
LYLE LOVETT AND HIS LARGE BAND
AUGUST 23
Bass Performance Hall. Since Bass Hall first
opened in 1998, Texas’ own Lyle Lovett
has made it a tradition to perform here.
Alongside his long-running backup band,
Lovett will hit the stage for one night
only, this year bringing his exciting new
Acoustic Group, which includes both past and
present members of His Large Band. From
odes to Texas to stories of the people he’s
encountered here, Lovett is ready to put on
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22ND ANNUAL FANTASY FOOTBALL DRAFT NIGHT EVENT
AUGUST 27
AT&T Stadium. You already love fantasy football … imag-
ine if drafting your favorite picks was also for a great
cause. Former Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Randy
White has made this a reality, bringing together char-
ity and pigskin for an unforgettable event benefitting
The Warren Center’s services for children with develop-
ment differences. Enjoy cocktails, dinner, an auction and
more, plus the chance to win two season-ticket pack-
ages for the 2016-2017 Dallas Cowboys season if you
hail as league champion by Super Bowl time.
DIERKS BENTLEY
AUGUST 29
Gexa Energy Pavilion. A blanket, a sunset and live coun-
try musi c—now that’s our kind of summer night. Spend
yours under the Texas sky with country superstar Dierks
Bentley and you’ll be glad you did. With 13 No. 1 singles
under his belt, including the recent chart-topper “Drunk
on a Plane,” Bentley is known for putting on a show, tak-
ing fans on a journey from light-hearted tunes to emo-
tional ballads. And we’re glad to come along for the ride.
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CLASSICAL MASTERS FESTIVAL
AUGUST 28-30
Bass Performance Hall. When it comes to symphony’s best,
Beethoven, Haydn and Mozart lead the pack, which sets the
Classical Masters Festival up for supreme success, as each
night focuses on musical masterpieces from these three
legends. Presented by the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra
and led by Miguel Harth-Bedoya, this festival sets the stage
for a three-year cycle of classical tunes and encore-worthy
performances.
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Gexa Energy Pavilion. From becoming American Idol’s first
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superstar, the past decade has been kind to Kelly Clarkson. Not
that she doesn’t deserve it. The Burleson-born powerhouse
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Move Over PB&J: Your Child’s Lunch Box, Revisited The DOS and DON’TS for packing a healthy lunch for your child this year.
DO EDUCATE YOURSELFWhen it comes to nutrition, it seems like there’s always another new ingredient to fear. But getting educated on the basics isn’t so hard, and it makes for wiser choices at the grocery store. Generally, avoid things like artificial flavors, preservatives, enriched wheat, high fructose corn syrup, and hydrogenated oils. Always check the nutrition information and look for low-fat, whole grains and low sodium. Many processed cereal bars, crackers and frozen food can be misleading.
DON’T SET YOUR KIDS UP FOR A LUNCHTIME DISASTERTry to steer clear of anything smelly (like tuna or egg salad) that would be off-putting to your child’s lunchtime companions. Avoid packing foods that spoil easily, as your kid’s lunch probably goes all morning with no refrigeration. And if you’re going to pack liquids in a thermos or container, make sure to close it tightly or your kid could end up with lunchbox soup.
DO AMP UP THE CREATIVITYIf there’s anything to attract a kid to food, it’s fun. Using cookie cutters, cut sandwiches into different shapes, or use a whole-wheat tortilla or a pita pocket every once in a while instead of traditional bread. Try something new by putting berries on small skewers or toothpicks, and stick on a few marshmallows (we won’t judge!) for some added flair. Instead of going for packaged trail mix, hop on the DIY bandwagon and create a big batch of healthy mix containing snacks like air-popped popcorn, whole-wheat crackers, and a variety of nuts (avoid peanuts since your child could be near someone with an allergy).
DO KEEP IT LOCALIf you’re fresh out of ideas by Friday, don’t send your kid through the cafeteria line at school. Swing by one of the many quick restaurants in the area for some healthy, packable options. Our favorites include Zoe’s Kitchen, Café Express, Snappy Salads, Nekter and MyFitFoods. Zoe’s has lots of healthy kids’ meals like grilled chicken tenders with fruit. Grab a Snap Wrap from Snappy Salads for easy packing, or swing by MyFitFoods for low-calorie, high-protein selections. With local options like these, packing a nutritious lunchbox is easier than ever.
In the age of gluten-free galore, kale on every menu, and the FDA’s recent demand that food companies eliminate trans fats within three years, America is clearly immersed in an unprecedented health frenzy. But the reality is, we are also busier than ever. As a result, your child’s lunch box may be the last thing you get to – or want to, for that matter – spend time on. We’ve got you covered with some quick dos and don’ts when it comes to packing easy, nutritious, and fun lunches for your kiddos this year.
These modifications won’t have your child suddenly craving a quinoa and kale salmon salad with lemon vinaigrette. But hopefully with these tips in mind, you’re better prepared to cook up some new ideas when it comes to healthy lunchbox fare. And you might even have fun doing it.
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R emind yourself that school is still out for summer when you read this issue of Southlake Style in early August, and it’s not too late to take a quick trip within the Texas borders. Make plans to head south – but not too far – to San Antonio,
located in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. From caves and orchards to sky-high dining, we literally searched high and low for some unique things to see and do in the Alamo City. Pack your bags and load the kids in the car; it’s time for a San Antonio stroll.
Your New “High”–deoutLet’s start at the top. Your quick trip to San Antonio is just that – quick. So you don’t really have time to experience everything. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have the time to see everything. Tower of the Americas puts you 750 feet above street level and gives you a panoramic view of the city. When your relatives or friends ask you if you saw the Alamo on your trip, you can honestly say “yes.” They don’t have to know it was while you were eating at the revolving restaurant Chart House located in the Tower. Landry’s does its best to treat you to some exquisite cuisine. No Tower visit is complete without the 4D theater ride, Skies Over Texas. ToweroftheAmericas.com
Texas End-of-Summer TripTHE HIGHS AND LOWS OF SAN ANTONIO
Not Just for GrapesJust south of San Antonio is Sandy Oaks Olive Orchard. Owned and operated by Saundra C. (Sandy) Winokur, the orchard is best known for its olive trees, olive oil and the various olive oil and olive leaf-based skincare products. With 11,000 olive trees planted among the massive live oaks dotting the property, the main orchard covers a 40-acre tract of the ranch.
In the mood to plant your own orchard? Holding up to 10,000 or more olive seedlings and shoots at any one time, the nursery is full of olive seedlings and shoots available for purchase. One of the first commercial olive orchards in Texas, Sandy Oaks Orchards is not just focused on olive growing, but education as well. The orchard holds educational seminars and tastings of olive oils from olive-growing regions of the world. SandyOaks.com
Hold On (Stalac)—titeNow we are sending you far below the earth’s surface to underground caverns. Located just north of San Antonio, Natural Bridge Caverns offers something for everyone including a maze and mining experience that are fun for all ages. But the cave-dwelling experiences are what they are known for. Natural Bridge Caverns has two caves to explore, and a variety of tours exist that allow you to see stalagmites and stalactites that have formed over time as water ebbed and flowed within the caves. We suggest the Hidden Passages tour. It takes around 70 minutes to complete, and you’ll explore huge, underground chambers decorated with some of the most rare and delicate formations.
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The Aquifer Tour allows guests to experience a natural phenomenon thanks to the vast amount of rain Texas has experienced. The Glen Rose Aquifer is the local underground water reservoir, and it lies beneath the caverns. The water table has risen, and as a result, it is visible to tourists. However, there is no way to predict how long the water will remain visible – so this is a must-see tour before it’s too late. NaturalBridgeCaverns.com
Hit the LinksFounded in 1998, Canyon Springs Golf Club is an award-winning club offering an 18-hole championship course. In addition to the club’s course, Canyon Springs offers instruction for all levels of play – including kids – and golf events. Located on the Classen Homestead in San Antonio, this golf club has an interesting backstory.
The club resides on the 54,000-square-acres of land claimed by the Classen family a decade prior to the Civil War. Canyon Springs has preserved the rich history of the land in many ways. The club is located on what is believed to be the second stop on the old stagecoach trail out of San Antonio, and a watering trough for the stagecoach horses still stands in the dry creek bed to the east of the Pro Shop. In fact, you might be just as likely to see historical markers speckled amidst the grounds as you are to see hole markers. CanyonSpringsGC.com
Boudro’s Texas Bistro on the RiverwalkWe couldn’t let you travel to San Antonio without at least one visit to the Riverwalk. Plan to make a stop at Boudro’s Texas Bistro for great food and great service. Ranked among the top 25 places to eat in San Antonio by TripAdvisor.com, Boudro’s offers a cuisine featuring Texas and southwestern specialties. Stop in for lunch for Texas Tapas, made with a skewer of pork tenderloin al pastor with pineapple, grilled Hill Country Jalapeño sausage, smoked duck, spicy marinated vegetables, corn pudding and barbecue sauce. With both inside and outside dining (can you say patio with a view!), be sure to enjoy an adult beverage or two while you’re there, including Boudro’s Texas Tea or Prickly Pear Margarita. Boudros.com
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LEADING THE DRAGONS Get to know CISD Superintendent Dr. David Faltys.
Dr. David Faltys is approaching his 10th anniversary as CISD Superintendent, and one thing is certain: He loves what he does. We sat down with him to discuss achievements, initiatives, and what to look forward to in the upcoming school year.
Tell us a little about yourself. What inspired you to get into education?
I was one of those kids who loved going to school. I enjoyed being around teachers and other students. I originally went to college to be a petroleum engineer. At that time, the oil business was really going down. I met with advisors who asked what else I would like to do. I thought, ‘I could be a doctor, lawyer, or engineer, or I could teach hundreds of these.’ I had a moment of clarity when I realized that’s what I need to be doing: educating kids.
How would you describe your educational philosophy?
I want to flip the switch on every kid. Education, to me, is preparing kids for the future, and it’s really whatever future they dream of. We’re all on a mission to make sure every child has every tool they need to do whatever they want. We want to help every kid find what it is they want to do and be a contributing part of society.
What are you most proud of from your time as superintendent?
That’s a tough one. In Carroll, it’s just everything. Graduation. Lone Star Cups. Our kids’ accomplishments. Every year at graduation we announce how many hours of service those kids have, and this year, they donated about 57,000 hours of community service. I’m really proud of all our kids. Not just our state champions, but all our kids who give their best day in and day out.
The Dragons have won four consecutive UIL Lone Star Cups. What’s the secret to this sustained success?
A focus on excellence has helped us win. I feel like our staff, kids, and community have done a great job of focusing on not really the goal of achieving the Lone Star Cup, but at being excellent at whatever we do. All of our kids pull together, whether they get the accolades or not. We want everybody to do their best. If everybody does their best, the sky’s the limit.
The online school/community engagement process, ThoughtExchange, launched in May. Has it been successful so far?
Yes, it has been successful. We’ve learned it’s a highly participatory process. We’ve had about a 70-percent participation rate. There were about 9,000 ideas generated and 129,000
stars. It’ll be fascinating to see what bubbles up to the top. I think it’ll be traffic, sidewalks, personality/communication issues. It could be safety. I think it’s going to fit in nicely with our strategic plan.
The district is about to launch its first-ever publication, Inside Carroll. What are your goals with this publication?
We want to be first-class. We’re really excited about having something tangible. We do so much electronically now, but there are people who would rather have something to lay their hands on. We’re seeing this as a coffee table book. It’ll tell our story, what we’re about, and what we’re trying to do. We’re excited about getting into people’s homes long term.
What do you think is the biggest challenge facing educators and administrators today? How are you working to overcome this challenge?
From my perspective looking in, it’s meeting the needs of every child. It’s having educators feel like they’re making a difference. We want people who truly have a passion for educating kids to be rewarded with the feeling that they’re making an impact. This is affected by class sizes and schedules. From the district level, it’s making sure we’re being wise with taxpayer dollars and making sure we’re balancing the budget. Our primary goal is making sure each kid reaches whatever level of academic success he or she envisions.
Our cover story tackles the issue of whether or not kids are too busy. What’s your take on this topic?
Looking at my kids, I’d say yes, kids are too busy. Let me preface with this: It’s our choice. I worry about our kids having down time. That being said, I don’t think it’s our teachers. I think it’s society. I think it’s me as a dad. This business of being too busy, I think we are. I don’t know how to fix it. Are we giving too much homework? Maybe. Are kids too engaged in extracurricular activities? Maybe. Do we see sports injuries because kids go from football to lacrosse to PC all in the same day? Yes, absolutely. But how do you stop it?
What are some key initiatives to look forward to in the upcoming school year?
We’re really excited about the strategic plan. I’m excited about the ThoughtExchange results. Beyond that, we want to make sure our kids are healthy, happy, and successful every day. It’s about making sure all kids are working toward a positive result. One of our goals is to make sure that kids in CISD, before they leave their parents’ homes, know they’re rock stars here. We want to make sure our kids feel successful on the inside.
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