CBC Sets Date for Freshman Orientation

Sears Goes Above and Beyond in Support of Military Families

"How does Sears treat its employees who are called up for military duty? By law, they are required to hold their jobs open and available, but nothing more. Usually, people take a big pay cut and lose benefits as a result of being called up. Sears is voluntarily paying the difference in salaries and maintaining all benefits, including medical insurance and bonus programs, for all called up reservist employees for up to two years." -- Link to story submitted to the Signal by Mr. Reeys Falcon. Verified by Snopes.com - Click here to read the full story.

S-T Junior High Supply List

Students and parents can get a jump on the rush to purchase of school supplies with this helpful list provided by the Junior High school.

Skidmore-Tynan Junior High School Supply List 2007-2008*

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2 packs of pens, 10 count (one pack will be submitted to homeroom teacher)
2 packs of #2 pencils, 10 count (one pack will be submitted to homeroom teacher)
4 packs of notebook paper – wide ruled (two packs will be submitted to homeroom teacher)
4 spiral notebooks – 70 page count (purple and yellow preferred)
1 pack of graph paper (this will be submitted to math teacher)
1 pack of map colors
1 pack of water base markers (no permanent markers)
2 yellow pocket folders w/brads (Accelerated Reader Folders)
2 boxes of tissues
1 ruler
1 zippered binder (Trapper Keeper style)
1- 1 1/2" three ring binder (7th and 8th grade science)

*This is a start-up supplies list, please replenish as needed throughout the school year.
*Certain classes may require specific supplies.

Put Your Bobcat Pride on Display with Purchase of Football Program Ad

The Skidmore Tynan Athletic Booster Club is currently selling ads for the program sold at all home games during the football season. If your family or business has previously purchased ads for the program and are currently interested in purchasing ads again, please call any Booster Club member or contact Homer Solis at 287-3616 for more information. The funds raised through the sales of these ads provide all our athletes with items Coach Arroyo may not otherwise be allowed to purchase with his budget.

Once again, the Booster Club voted to prepare and serve brisket plates at our first home game against Bishop on Friday, August 31st. Make plans to have dinner at the ball game and show your support for the Bobcats or pick up plates to enjoy at home. Pre-sale tickets will be available soon – or just come by the field and pay for your plates the night of the game. Volunteers will be needed all day. This traditional event requires the help of all that have time to contribute. Your generosity will be greatly appreciated by all and will help ensure that this event will continue for years to come.

The next Booster Club meeting is scheduled for August 6th at 7pm in the annex next to the weight room. Please make plans to be there and find out what else is going on throughout the year. -- Homer Solis, Booster Club President

Signal Events Calendar

Important Information for S-T Cheerleading Camp Participants

All participants in this summer's S-T Cheerleading Camp who purchased items from Betty's Flower and Tea Garden are asked to call 800-360-4363 for important information about their orders.

In Memoriam: Leo Amador Jr.

Leo Amador Jr., of Skidmore, died Saturday, July 21, 2007 at age 47. Mr. Amador was born July 17, 1960, in Beeville, to Herminia Guajardo Amador of Skidmore and the late Leo Amador Sr.

Mr. Amador worked as a correction officer and is survived by his mother, Herminia Guajardo Amador; daughter, Anastacia Amador; sisters, Grace McKerall, Kathy Amador, and Annette Sain; brothers, Mike Amador and Mark Amador; and his ex-wife, Merideth Allen.

Funeral services are scheduled for 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at The Word of Life Church in Beeville. Burial will follow at Skidmore's Evergreen Cemetery. Pallbearers are: Encarnacion Perez, Joe Perez, Joe Ramon, John Rincon, Guadalupe Rodriguez Jr., Eloy Del Bosque Jr., Sammy Sanchez, and Isidro Garza. – Trevino Funeral Home, Beeville, 361-358-1660.

In Memoriam: Henry Doubrava

Henry W. Doubrava, of Skidmore, died Wednesday, July 18, 2007 at age 66. Mr. Doubrava was born Janunary 13, 1941 to Frank and Helen Doubrava.

Mr. Doubrava was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Yvonne Herschap-Doubrava; and brother, Frank Doubrava. He is survived by Anita Newsom; two sons, Robert Allen and Gary Dean Doubrava; brothers Allen and Norman Doubrava; sisters, Frances Streb and JoAnn Odom; and 8 grandchildren.

Mr. Doubrava was laid to rest in Skidmore's Evergreen cemetery. Pallbearers were: Allen Gus Doubrava Jr., Holden Price, Keith Doubrava, Ross Byron Palacious, Aaron Blaine Doubrava, and Shannon Fischer. Honorary pallbearers were: Louis O'Brien, Jeff Quillin, and Raymond Brundrett.

"Bull Kills Skidmore Rancher"

The Beeville Bee-Picayune reports on the death of local rancher, Henry Doubrava: Bull kills Skidmore rancher.

Special School Board Meeting Called

A Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees of Skidmore-Tynan ISD will be held Monday, July 23, 2007, beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the S-TISD Event Center Board Room.

Agenda action items include:

• Consideration and Possible Approval to Obtain the Services of the School District's Law Firm to be Present at the Outstanding Parent/Student Grievance (Mr. Rick Olivares)
• Consideration and Possible Approval of Board Setting a Date and Time to Hear Outstanding Parent/Student Grievance (Mr. Rick Olivares)

S-T ISD Announces Registration Dates

Summer is almost over and it's time to start thinking about school again. S-T ISD will begin fall registration at all campuses Tuesday, August 7th, 2007. Returning High School students will need to pick up a registration packet Wednesday, August 1st. Check the schedules below for specific dates and times.

Registration for Skidmore-Tynan Elementary School

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Elementary students must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Tuesday, August 7
8:00 a.m.-12 noon — New* student registration
1:00 p.m.-12 noon — Kinder and 1st Grade
Wednesday August 8
8:00 a.m.-12 noon — 2nd Grade
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. — 3rd Grade
Thursday, August 9
8:00 a.m.-12 noon — 4th Grade
1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. — 5th Grade

Registration for Skidmore-Tynan Junior High School

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August 7th through August 9th
New students and all returning S-T students in 6th, 7th and 8th grades may register during any of the 3 days.

Registration for Skidmore-Tynan High School

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Skidmore-Tynan High School students who are returning need to pick up a registration packet at the high school beginning Wednesday, August 1 from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. High School students are expected to bring their completed registration packets, with parent signatures, to their formal registration for the 2007-2008 school year on the following dates:

Tuesday, August 7
8:00a.m.-12 noon—New student registration*
Wednesday August 8
8:00 a.m. - 12 noon—Seniors
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.—Juniors
Thursday, August 9
8:00 a.m. - 12 noon — Sophomores
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. — Freshmen

*Students new to Skidmore-Tynan ISD must be accompanied by a parent or guardian and must present at registration:
• Social Security card
• Birth Certificate
• Proof of Residency in Skidmore-Tynan Independent School District
• Unofficial transcript from previous school
• Up to date immunization record
• Most recent TAKS results from previous Texas public school

Born on the 4th of July

Proud great-grandfather, Edwin Wallek Jr. announces the birth of Colton Clyde Wallek (7 lbs., 12 oz., 20") to grandson, Marine Corporal Lucas Clyde Wallek and wife Cassandra. Mr. Wallek says "They named him Colton Clyde but he will be our little firecracker." The grandparents are Douglas and Beth Wallek of Alice. The great-grand parents are Edwin and Jessie May Wallek of Skidmore and Jeannie Goynes of George West.

Lucas Wallek is slated to deploy to Iraq in mid September after a month of desert training in California. For those of you who missed it in the Saturday, July 14, Bee-Picayune, be sure to read Mr. Wallek's column retelling Lucas' hair-raising "War Stories."

Bobcats Stay Sharp in "7 on 7" Football League

Said the Beeville receiver after being robbed of a reception, "Where did you come from Vandever?" Click here for more 7 on 7 photos.

Members of the 2007-08 varsity and junior varsity football teams are staying in shape over the summer by participating in "7 on 7" football. The Bobcats have fielded both an A and B team. Games are played Tuesdays from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Beeville high school and are lots of fun to watch. Check out the next round of games Tuesday, July 17, and tentatively Tuesday, July 24.

Skidmore Water Supply Outage

As of 12:30 a.m. Sunday morning, the town of Skidmore was without water. A lightning strike during Saturday's thunderstorms affected the automated systems controlling the Skidmore Water Supply Corporation (SWSC) pumps. SWSC is aware of the problem and is working to restore water service as soon as possible.

UPDATE: As of 2:00 a.m. Sunday, the water lines have been re-pressurized. Some fluctuations in water pressure may be experienced Sunday morning as SWSC employees continue to work at restoring the pumping station to normal operation.

Area Road Closures

UPDATE (7/5): According to the TxDOT Highway Conditions Map, all Bee County roads are open as of 12:00pm noon, and this information has now been reflected on the KRISTV.com website.

Highway 181 Closure Imminent Due to Flooding at Aransas River

A car drives through water flowing across the Aransas River bridge.

As of 10:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 4th, water was flowing through the guardrails of the southbound lane of the Aransas River bridge, 1 mile north of Skidmore. Crews were on hand preparing to close the bridge to traffic.

Update: The water level appears to have subsided and as of 2:00 a.m., Thursday, the bridge is open.

Heavy Rains Result in Road Closings

The elementary playscape is reflected in Wednesday's floodwaters. More photos of the flooding.

Heavy morning rains marked the 4th of July Holiday resulting in many area road closings. For a list of closings, see the TXDOT Highway Conditions Map. You can also check the flood level of the Aransas River north of Skidmore on the National Weather Service flood stage graph.

S-T Lions Announce 1st Annual 4th of July Raffle Winner

Congratulations to Paul Crouch, winner of the 1st Annual Lions Club 4th of July Raffle. Mr. Crouch won a new BBQ pit loaded with enough goodies to throw a nice 4th of July party. The Skidmore-Tynan Lions Club thanks Mr. Crouch and everyone else who purchased a raffle ticket in support of Lions Club charities. Thanks also to the staff at the Chisholm Trail and Dalia's Cafe who sold the "Lions share" of the tickets.

ICC Students Celebrate First Holy Communion

Three students performed their First Holy Communion at Immaculate Conception Church in Skidmore on May 27, 2007. Pictured are Father Sebastian Vettath and Wanda Mortensen, Director of Religious Education. The children are from left to right: Isabelle Hinojosa, Felicia Ortiz, and Christiana Trevino. The girls attended religious classes for two years prior to making their first communion.

iPurchased the iPhone

The much anticipated "iPhone" hit the market Friday, June 29. I was one of the Apple faithful standing in line at the Beeville at&t/Cingular store although I left without making a purchase. You see, I am not one to immediately jump on the next "hot gizmo" bandwagon. I bought mine Saturday.

Former Skidmore Resident Celebrates 106th Birthday

"If the neighbors on Weathercock Road in Windcrest heard mariachis and smelled barbecue Saturday, it was for good reason. The backyard party's guest of honor, Ygnacio "Pa Po" Martinez, was celebrating more birthdays than most — his 106th." Read more on the San Antonio Express New website: Family throws a birthday party for its century-plus member.