CBC Dual Credit Like Free Tuition

High school students can earn college credits tuition free.

The Coastal Bend College dual credit program enables high school students to earn college credit while completing their high school requirements. Dual credit courses fulfill both college and high school requirements.

Dual credits earn students credit that may be applied toward a college degree or certificate. Bee County residents can take classes at Coastal Bend College at no cost while still in high school. In most cases, students will take courses at the college or online.

Benefits of the dual credit program include learning how to study for college, demonstrating the ability to do college-level work, gaining confidence needed to succeed in college and exploring possible majors.

Students can take English, history, biology, economics, government, kinesiology and sociology. Art, computer science, business and technical courses are also available. Students can enroll now for Spring 2007. Online registration and enrollment continues through Jan. 12.

Academic courses meet general education requirements in most degree plans at Texas colleges and universities. Workforce Education courses are credited toward associate’s degrees in applied sciences.

Students must be eligible to take dual credit courses. The basic criteria follows:

• Student must be in the eleventh or twelfth grade.
  
• Student must pass the TAKS section of the subject needed for enrollment.
  
• Student must achieve minimum prerequisite scores on THEA, ACCUPLACER, ACT, SAT, ASSET or TAKS exams.
  
• Student must supply the college with an official high school transcript.
  
• Student must receive official permission from a high school counselor and principal in order to register a course.
  
• A course articulation agreement between the college and the student's school must be on file for each course enrolled.
  
• Student must apply and be accepted for admission into the college.
  
• Course fees must be paid each semester.
  
• Course syllabus will be that of the college.
  
• Textbooks used must be college level and approved by the college.
  
• No financial aid, other than the installment payment plan, is available for high school students.
  

For more information on dual credit, contact Alma C. Adamez, dual credit coordinator at 354-2280 or by e-mail at adamez@coastalbend.edu.

Take Charge of Your Health Through STAR+PLUS Program

Are you on SSI*? Do you get services through CBA*? Your health care plan is changing! Come to a community meeting to learn about the STAR+PLUS program and what it means to you. The meeting is scheduled from 3:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 14th, 2006 at the Mathis ISD Event Center located at 602 E. San Patricio Avenue. For more information, call Brush Country Coop at 361-547-3284 ext. 114 or Mathis ISD at 361-547-4152 ext. 134.

*Social Security Insurance (SSI) and Community Based Alternatives (CBA).

In Memoriam: Edward Brundrett Jr.

Edward P. Brundrett Jr., of Skidmore, died Tuesday, Nov. 28, 2006 at age 64. He was born October 13, 1942, in Beeville, to Edward Payne and Wilma Anderson Brundrett, and served most recently as the Bee County Emergency Management Coordinator.

Mr. Brundrett was a Vietnam veteran, serving in the U.S. Air Force from 1961 to 1965. Over the years, Mr. Brundrett served his community as a board member for Skidmore- Tynan School District and the Bee County Junior Livestock and Homemakers Show. He served as Safety Director for B.S.A.A. and was a Charter member and Assistant Chief of the Skidmore Fire Department. He served as assistant secretary of Guadalupe Firemen's and Fire Marshall's Association and was past church council president at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Tynan.

Survivors include his wife, Henrietta Sahm Brundrett; daughter, Heidi Lynn Brundrett of New Braunfels; and sister, Alice Titus of Aransas Pass. He was preceded in death by a sister, Nancy Syma.

Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Friday at Faith Lutheran Church, in Beeville, with Mr. Don Taylor officiating. Burial will follow at the Evergreen Cemetery in Skidmore. Pallbearers are Joe Cramer, John Cramer, Allen Bohac, Ricky Bohac, Eddie Salas, Reagan Mortenson, Sandy Lopez, Bill Hartman, and Bobby Cramer. Honorary Pallbearers are Russ Duggins, John L. Lynch, John Henry Henkhaus, and Ricky Olivares. Memorials: Skidmore Volunteer Fire Department, Faith Lutheran Church Memorial Fund.

Sports Pics - JV & Varsity BoysBasketball vs. Yorktown

Chris Hall does a fair impersonation of Michael Jordan in Tuesday's varsity basketball game vs. Yorktown.

Congratulations to the S-T Bobcat JV and Varsity boys basketball teams who defeated their Yorktown opponents Tuesday night. Click here for game photos at Shutterfly.com, or professional photos courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography.

Annual History Trail Celebration Seeks Participants

The fourth annual “Back Thru Time History Celebration” is planned for the month of June 2007 at sites located in the rural triangle lying between Corpus Christi, Victoria and San Antonio. Sponsored by the South Texas Back Thru Time Historical Association, the event is designed to celebrate local history, increase tourism, and enhance the economy of the target area.

Businesses, museums, libraries, Main Street programs, cities, counties, nonprofits, and those interested in history in general are invited to participate. To obtain an application, please call 361-375-2558. Deadline for submission of applications is January 9, 2007.

S-T Elementary All-A Honor Roll

Congratulations to the following elementary students making the second six weeks All-A Honor Roll.

Grade 1 All-A Honor Roll
GISLER: Alyssa Bennett, James Castillo, Jonathan Serrano, Kristian Sims, Shelby Fincher
ORTIZ: Wyatt Daughtry, Taylor Gallagher, Alyssa Olivarez, Catrina Soto, Bryce Baker, Tiffani Thornton, Vanessa Vega, Kennon Wishert
EAVES: Katriena Ables, Michelle Flores, Evelyn Magyer, Logan Williams, Melanie Wolf

Grade 2 All-A Honor Roll
CASTANEDA: Ana Casas, Felicia Ortiz, Jette Polasek
FAVRE: Mikayla Barnett, Rush Hoelscher, Kylie Wallace
MENGERS: Grace Calvert, Mariah Lawson, Allyson Ruiz

Grade 3 All-A Honor Roll
CHILES: Miranda Alvarado, Sarah Colle
YNFANTE: Gabriella Gonzalez-Voris, Melanie Martinez, Nicholas Wagner
BENAVIDEZ: Kati Stroman, Sydney Baker

Grade 4 All-A Honor Roll
HENNIG: Salvador Soto, Simon Perez, Sierra Young
LOPEZ: Rebekah Colle, Kyle Gabbert

Grade 5 All-A Honor Roll
GRAY: Cameron Pace, Alice Magyer-Satterfield
WISHERT: Caleb Davis
STAUTZENBERGER: India Aguilar

S-T Elementary A-B Honor Roll

Congratulations to the following elementary students making the second six weeks A-B Honor Roll.

Grade 1 A-B Honor Roll
GISLER: Andrew Casner, Joseph Medrano, Daniel Nino, Derek Rodriguez, Chesca Vial
EAVES: Timothy Leafty, Caleb Wilson
ORTIZ: Bryce Baker, Leonard Hennig, McKayla Rocha

Grade 2 A-B Honor Roll
MENGERS: Blake Olivares, Dustin Toelken.
CASTANEDA: Amber Moreno, Randi Pace

Grade 3 A-B Honor Roll
CHILES: Seth Martin, Salem Olsen
YNFANTE: Mercedes Aguilar
BENAVIDES: Nicholas Avila, Justin Kennedy, Joshua Lopez, Damian Zuniga

Grade 4 A-B Honor Roll
HENNIG: Cody Leonard
PATE: Sara Casas, Courtney Cortez, Ariel Garcia, Avery Fields, Elias Reyes, Joe Vega
LOPEZ: Rebekah Mendoza, Victoria Herrada

Grade 5 A-B Honor Roll
WISHERT: Amy Berthold, Lauren Kaeser
STAUTZENBERGER: Adam Gonzales, Marina Hernandez, Seth Phillips, Eduardo Salas, Nathaniel Serrano
GRAY: Anthony Cantu, Tammy Fonseca, Sadie Gibson, Richard Guartuche

S-T ISD Distinguished Scholar Nominees

Congratulations to the following S-T ISD students were recently nominated to the Caller-Times Distinguished Scholar Program: Jessica Stephenson, Stephanie Schirmer, Scott Hale, Mary Jane Vega, Reid O'Brien, Victoria O'Brien, and Ben Mengers. Each year, the Caller-Times selects 17 students out of several hundred nominees from among 38 South Texas Schools to receive recognition and scholarships. While no student was selected from our District, these students can take pride in being among South Texas' brightest.

Mireles Named VolleyballNewcomer of the Year

Congratulations to S-T ISD's Kathy Mireles who was named District 31-2A Volleyball Newcomer of the Year. Also receiving UIL recognition were: Emily Mengers - 1st Team All District and Academic All District, Eryka Thomas - 2nd Team All District, Liz Torres - Academic All District and Honorable Mention, Rachel Mengers - Honorable Mention, Devon Wilder - Academic All District and Honorable Mention, Courtney Hudson - Academic All District, Ashley Scott - Academic All District, and Melanie Sepeda - Academic All District.

In Memoriam: Maria T. Munoz

Maria Trinidad Munoz, infant daughter of Susie Munoz and Edward Hernandez of Tynan, and a member of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Skidmore, died November 17, 2006.

Survivors include two brothers, Jonathan and Justin Hernandez, two sisters, Katrina and Eddika Hernandez; and grandparents, Epifanio and Josefa Munoz Jr., of Tynan, Joe Hernandez of Beeville and Esperanza Hernandez of Rockport.

Little Maria was laid to rest Wednesday, November 22, in Skidmore's Evergreen Cemetery.

Change in Signal Comments Policy

After considerable thought, I have decided that I will no longer allow critical comments of any kind on the Skidmore Signal website. Deciding which comments are appropriate for the Signal's multi-age audience has become too much of a strain on my time and sanity.

I also believe that, due to my unique position as an S-T ISD Trustee, critical comments posted to the Signal website have resulted in mistrust among my fellow board members and impacted my ability to serve the District effectively. I regret being forced to take this action as I believe strongly in freedom of expression. I encourage those of you who wish to have your voices heard to do so through traditional local media. -- Keith Petrus

S-T ISD Trustees Take No Action in Special Meeting

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD was held Monday, November 20, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in the S-T ISD Board Room. Agenda items addressed in the meeting follow:

Closed Session: Discussion of Board-Superintendent relations regarding negotiation of options presented by Superintendent of Schools (Texas Government Code 551.071 and Texas Government Code 551.074) Trustees deliberated in closed session for approximately 2 1/2 hours in the presence of S-T ISD Board attorneys Juan Cruz and Pablo Escamilla of the law firm Escamilla & Poneck.

Open Session: Discussion and possible action, if any, on items discussed in closed session. Trustees took no action on this item.

The next regular meeting of the S-T ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled Monday, December 11, 2006.

S-T ISD Receives Austin Windfall

S-T ISD Business Manager Carole Estes reports unexpected news of a $114,132.00 balance owed to S-T ISD by Austin ISD. The additional funds are being made available due to an increase in WADA value and will be wired to the district within the next 30 days.

Sports Pics - JV and Varsity Basketball vs. Kenedy

Varsity Bobcat Chris Hall drives to the basket.


Theodore Ortiz prepares to sink a free throw in Friday's JV game.

Click here for more game photos at Shutterfly.com

Taft Out of Playoffs

One week after taking Skidmore-Tynan's place in the post-season playoff race, Taft fell to Freer 35-14. The Caller-Times reports Freer too fleet of foot for Taft's D.

IRS Searching for Refundees

If you are Arnold Gonzales of Skidmore, the IRS wants to give you some money! The Victoria Advocate reports IRS wants to give money to 50 area residents.

Skidmore's "Born to Excel"Wins Horse Title

The Corpus Christi Caller-Times reports Julie Ham Weathersby of Skidmore claimed the three-year-old Geldings Amateur Quarter Horse World Championship title. Read more in Friday's Caller-Times Community column.

S-T ISD Trustees Call Special Meeting

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD will be held Monday, November 20, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in the Skidmore-Tynan School District Event Center Board Room. The subjects to be discussed or considered or upon which any formal action may be taken are as listed below.

Closed Session: Discussion of Board-Superintendent relations regarding negotiation of options presented by Superintendent of Schools (Texas Government Code 551.071* and Texas Government Code 551.074**)

Open Session: Discussion and possible action, if any, on items discussed in closed session.

*Government Code: Sec. 551.071
CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY; CLOSED MEETING.
A governmental body may not conduct a private consultation with its attorney except: (1) when the governmental body seeks the advice of its attorney about: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter.

**Government Code: Sec. 551.074
PERSONNEL MATTERS; CLOSED MEETING.
(a) This chapter does not require a governmental body to conduct an open meeting: (1) to deliberate the appointment, employment, evaluation, reassignment, duties, discipline, or dismissal of a public officer or employee; or (2) to hear a complaint or charge against an officer or employee. (b) Subsection (a) does not apply if the officer or employee who is the subject of the deliberation or hearing requests a public hearing.

The official agenda is posted at Boardbook.com.

Ladycats 47 - Orange Grove 37

Ladycat Basketball photos courtesy of Rob's Digital Photography..

Congratulations to the Skidmore-Tynan Ladycats who defeated Orange Grove 47 - 37 in Tuesday night's varsity girls basketball game. The Ladycats are 2 - 0 for the season.

The Ladycats' top point scorer was Alexis Schmidt with 17 on the board. Emily Mengers and Courtney Vandever followed with 11 and 6 points respectively. Top rebounders were Alexis Schmidt (12), Emily Mengers (11) and Ashley Scott (6). Courtney Vandever led the team in assists (6) and steals (4).

The JV girls didn't fare as well Tuesday night, losing 23-55 to Orange Grove. Better luck next time girls!

Community Voices Support for S-T ISD Superintendent Belmarez

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD was held Monday, November 13, 2006 in the S-T ISD Cafetorium. An overflow crowd forced the meeting from its normal place in the District's board room.

Community members taking the podium in the Public Comment portion of the meeting included John R. Scott, Joe Henry Hanus, Mattie Hicks, Thomas Mengers, Dan Christian, John Salinas, Daren Wilder, Terri Hall, and Alice Gonzales. In general, the speakers expressed concern about recent and pending board actions and voiced support of the District's Superintendent and administrative staff. Coach John Salinas asked that the board and community focus on positive developments within the District. "Negative talk affects the kids," said Coach Salinas adding "The last three years at S-T ISD have been the best in my 13 years of employment by the District." Speaker Daren Wilder agreed that S-T ISD has one of the best school systems in the area. "We have an excellent Superintendent, administration, and staff," stated Mr. Wilder, "Please put aside personal agendas and do the right thing." S-T ISD students, Cory Markham and Kristina Cavazos, also spoke in public forum on behalf of a group of fellow students voicing support for District Superintendent Dr. Brett Belmarez.

Two items involving consultation with the District's legal counsel regarding Superintendent's contractual "terms of employment" and a possible FERPA Department of Education complaint and investigation were pulled from the meeting agenda for lack of timely filing.

The board took action on the following items:

• Consideration and Possible Approval of DAEP Contract with Beeville ISD. This item was approved by unanimous vote.
  
• Consideration and Possible Approval to Pay Bills for Legal Services. This item involved payment for legal services rendered by the District's attorney who, in a previous board meeting, was directed to communicate with the Texas State Attorney General's office regarding an ongoing investigation. This item was approved by a 4-2 vote with Mr. Haggard and Mr. Petrus dissenting.
  
• Consideration and Possible Approval of Second Reading and Adoption of Updated (Local) Policy 78. After discussion of the merits of one section of the new policy regarding administrative authority to make employee "pay grade" adjustments, this item was approved by unanimous vote.
  
• Consideration and Possible Discussion to take Action on Declaration of Surplus Property -Tractor (Mr. Rick Olivares). The board voted unanimously to remove the tractor from the list of surplus property as recommended by administration.

A scheduled closed session item, Discussion and Consideration on Initiating an Independent Investigation on the Breach of Security/Theft of Internet Based Passwords as reported by the Superintendent of Schools to the Board of Trustees. (Mr. Ysrael Salinas), was pulled from the agenda.

The next meeting of the S-T ISD Board of Trustees is scheduled Monday, December 11, 2006, at 6:00 p.m. in the S-T ISD Events Center Board Room.

Yzaguirre 14th at State XC Meet

Congratulations to Skidmore-Tynan's Jairus Yzaguirre who placed 14th overall in the 2A Division of the 2006 State Cross Country Meet in Round Rock. Jairus finished with a time of 17:08:35.


Jairus Yzaguirre was recognized at Friday's Pep Rally.

Further Items to be Added to S-T ISD Trustee Agenda

The following items were posted to the bulletin board outside the S-T ISD administrative offices late Friday night or early Saturday morning. They are apparently meant to be included in Monday's S-T ISD Trustee Meeting Agenda.

CLOSED SESSION

• Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code, the Board shall consult with legal counsel regarding Superintendent's contractual terms of employment with the District and matters related thereto. (Mr. Rick Olivares)
  
• Pursuant to Section 551.071 of the Texas Government Code, the Board shall consult with legal counsel regarding possible FERPA Department of Education complaint and investigation. (Mr. Rick Olivares)

OPEN SESSION

• Board shall take action to authorize legal counsel to negotiate Superintendent's contractual terms of employment with the District as discussed in closed session. (Mr. Rick Olivares)
  
• Board shall take action to authorize legal counsel to proceed with investigation regarding FERPA alleged violation and coordinate response it necessary, to the Department of Education or any other tribunal. (Mr. Rick Olivares)

Government Code: Sec. 551.071
CONSULTATION WITH ATTORNEY; CLOSED MEETING.
A governmental body may not conduct a private consultation with its attorney except: (1) when the governmental body seeks the advice of its attorney about: (A) pending or contemplated litigation; or (B) a settlement offer; or (2) on a matter in which the duty of the attorney to the governmental body under the Texas Disciplinary Rules of Professional Conduct of the State Bar of Texas clearly conflicts with this chapter.

The official agenda at Boardbook.com has not been updated as of this report.

Sports Pics:Varsity Football vs. Taft

A now-identified flying Bobcat, Jared Kimball, delivers a "slobberknocker" to a Taft ball carrier.

The Cats may have lost the game but they did so with style. Bobcats, we fans feel your pain. You deserved a better end to your season. Click here for more game photos at Shutterfly.com. Also, see photos by Rob's Digital Photography.

Football Season Ends with Heartbreaking Loss to Taft

It's official. Taft defeated the Bobcats 10-0, taking Skidmore-Tynan's spot in the playoffs. The Cats fought hard right up to the last moments of the game and deserve congratulations for an exciting season... too depressed to write anything more at the moment.

Stuart Duncan of the Corpus Christi Caller-Times covers the story: Taft ends 13-year playoff drought.

Bobcats vs. Taft 2nd Half

3rd Quarter Report:
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4th Quarter Report:
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Bobcats vs. Taft 1st Half

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2nd Quarter Report:
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Quarterly Audio Game Reports

Okay, we're going to try something new here at the Signal - Quarterly game updates via cell phone! Will it work? I guess we'll find out. If successful, you should be able to log into the Signal website and click on the small audio player links for the latest score in the big Taft game. Gotta go, game is starting. -- Keith Petrus

Record Attendance at S-T ISD Veteran's Day Program

Dr. Belmarez addresses the assembled veterans.

Military veterans from across South Texas converged on the S-T ISD Events Center Gymnasium Thursday morning for breakfast and a special program in their honor.

"I was very impressed," said World War II veteran Jesse Laing. "For such a small school to put on such an impressive program to honor veterans says a lot about the school system. You can bet I'll be telling everyone I know what a great district you have here." Mr. Laing is the grandfather of S-T ISD teacher Gwynetta Hoelscher and a Purple Heart recipient who served from "Africa to Germany" during World War II.

Superintendent Dr. Brett Belmarez welcomed veterans to the event and thanked them for their service to our country. The "Presentation of Colors" ceremony was performed by members of VFW Post 9170 of Beeville. All present joined elementary students in the recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, followed by the Star Spangled Banner performed by the "Mighty Bobcat Band." Junior High students Sal Soto and Sara Rix recited a brief history of Veterans Day. A select group of students took part in a dramatic candle lighting ceremony with each candle representing a past war. Finally, S-T Junior soloist Victoria O'Brien was joined by 4th and 5th grade students in a beautiful rendition of "American Tears."

Following the special presentations, students were called forward to accept honorary certificates on behalf of family members who served or are currently serving in the armed forces.

The program closed with special recognition of current S-T ISD students Mark Ponce and Travis Campbell, who recently enlisted in the armed forces, and the performance of "Taps" by Bobcat trumpeters Stephanie Schirmer and Trevor Dragon.

Click here for more "Veteran's Day Program" photos at Shutterfly.com.


Junior High students Sal Soto and Sara Rix present a "History of Veteran's Day."

Demystifying the Playoffs

Confused about the District 31-2A playoff race? The Corpus Christi Caller-Times explains the highly improbable means by which Skidmore-Tynan could lose to Taft and still remain in the playoffs: Breaking down the playoff chase.

JV Bobcats Take Down Taft

Junior Varsity QB Zach Petrus is safe behind "the wall."

In what we can only hope is a good omen for Friday night's varsity game, the Bobcat junior varsity came away with a 30 - 12 victory over Taft Thursday. Great game guys and great way to end the season! Click here for more game photos at Shutterfly.com


Teammates congratulate Connor McCarn on a textbook onside-kick reception.

"A Win and We're In"

Coach Arroyo laid it all on the line in this week's Caller-Times Area H.S. football notebook.

S-T's Gonzales Coaches Ingleside 7th Grade Champs

Coach Gonzales gets the traditional ice water drenching.

The Signal congratulates Coach Raynaldo Gonzales, Jr. of Ingleside whose 7th grade football team captured the title of District Champs. Coach Gonzales is a 2000 graduate of Skidmore-Tynan High School. -- Submitted by Dora Garcia.

Strong Start For Ladycats Basketball

The Skidmore-Tynan varsity girls basketball team traveled to Karnes City to pull off a decisive win in the first game of the season. Way to go Ladycats! Complete boys and girls basketball schedules have been posted to the S-T ISD Website.

Yzaguirre Qualifies for State

Congratulations to Jairus Yzaguirre who qualified for the State Cross Country Meet. Jairus finished 5th in Saturday's Region IV Meet in San Antonio and will move on to the 2006 Cross Country State Championships, Saturday, November 11, 2006 at Old Settlers Park in Round Rock, Texas. Jairus placed 6th in last year's State Meet.

For information on the 2006 State Cross Country Meet, visit: www.uil.utexas.edu.

Colmenero Completes Basic Training

The Corpus Christi Caller-Times reports Reserve Pvt. Dionel M. Colmenero of Skidmore has graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C.: Military Notes: 11.04.06 Colmenero is a 2006 Graduate of Skidmore-Tynan High School.

Vote With Your Head

General information about Tuesday's 2006 Primary and General Election can be found on the Texas Secretary of State's website. This website also contains a printable plain-text Bee County Ballot.

Visit www.uselections.com for a list of candidates (including current office holders) with links to their websites. And finally, if you prefer to be a super-informed voter, try logging into www.vote-smart.org for extensive information on candidate positions on hot issues, voting records, biographical information, etc. Be be an informed voter!

Bobcats 35 - Bloomington 20

The Skidmore-Tynan Bobcats are 5 -1 in District play after Friday's 35-20 defeat of Bloomington. "It was a good game," reports Homer Solis. "All of the kids got some playing time."

Also in District 31-2A, George West was upset by Three Rivers 20 - 19 and Taft defeated Odem 26 - 14. The George West loss leaves Refugio and Skidmore-Tynan as the only teams with just one loss in District play. The S-T Bobcats face Taft next week in their final District game of the season.

S-T ISD Trustee Meeting Monday

A Regular Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD will be held Monday, November 13, 2006, beginning at 6:00 PM in the Skidmore-Tynan School District Event Center Board Room.

The board will take action on the following items:

• Consideration and Possible Approval of DAEP Contract with Beeville ISD
  
• Consideration and Possible Approval to Pay Bills for Legal Services
  
• Consideration and Possible Approval of Second Reading and Adoption of Updated (Local) Policy 78
  
• Consideration and Possible Discussion to take Action on Declaration of Surplus Property -Tractor (Mr. Rick Olivares)
  

Sports Pics - Junior High Football vs. Bloomington

7th graders Sal Soto and Roger Flores take down a Bloomington ball carrier.

With the score tied 0-0 for most of the game, the Skidmore-Tynan Junior High 7th grade team pulled ahead of their Bloomington opponents in the final minutes of the 4th quarter as Luis Elizalde powered the ball into the end zone. A two-point conversion attempt failed leaving the final score 6-0 Bobcats!

The 8th grade team scored twice in the 1st quarter - no word yet on the final outcome of the game. Help us out Signal readers!

Update: "Anonymous," the Signal's most dedicated commenter, reports the 8th grade team won 32-8.


8th grader Rudy Hernandez evades the Bloomington defense.

Click here for more 7th & 8th grade game photos at Shutterfly.com

For professional photos of the 8th grade game, see photos by Rob's Digital Photography.

In Memoriam: Margie Petrus

Marjorie Evelyn Rylant Petrus, of Skidmore, died Tuesday, October 31, at age 84.

Mrs. Petrus was born November 8, 1921, in Emory, Texas to the late Mamie Beatrice Roan and William Hershel Rylant. She was a 1938 graduate of Skidmore-Tynan high school and a member of Skidmore United Methodist Church. She worked for Alamo Moving, was a Tax Assessor-Collector for S-T ISD, a clerk at the tax office for the city of Beeville, treasurer for Skidmore Ambulance Service, and recording secretary for Skidmore United Methodist Church in Skidmore.

Mrs. Petrus is survived by a sister, Louise Disbro, of Premont and Sugar Land. She was preceded in death by her sister, Mary Jo Lively, and brother, Don Rylant.

Visitation is Thursday, November 2nd from 6:00-9:00 p.m. at Galloway & Sons Funeral Home in Beeville. Services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday at the funeral home, Rev. Jason Calvert officiating. Burial will follow at Glenwood Cemetery in Beeville.