Your Voice Is A Voice of Change

...And Change Creates New Possibilities. ~ Chick-fil-A Leadercast

One Day Event - May 6th!

Your leadership voice is how you make a lasting impact.  What is a leadership voice?  The Chick-fil-A Leadership "about" page says  "Your actions mirror it.  Your attitude reflects it.  And it's so much more than what you say."  "Your leadership voice is how you inspire greatness and reinforce resolve.  It can strengthen a fragile dream, or dash a sliver of hope.  It alone can serve as the tipping point, reshaping one's character or redirection another's path.  Your voice is a voice of change, and change creates new possibilities.  That's why the purpose of Voices of Change is to help you demonstrate the power of change through positive leadership."

The Leadercast Conference is a live event happening in Atalanta, Georgia with different host sites all over the world.  The host sites are locations that allow access to the event for leaders from other areas by offering a live cast of the event.  It is extremely affordable, with internationally acclaimed speakers.  You will find below, a list of the Unique Voices and the speakers that will be representing each voice.

Information Provided by the Bee County Chamber of Commerce

Voice of Influence - A voice of influence can alter opinions and sway perspectives.  Read more...

Represented by Seth Godin and John Maxwell

Voice of Hope - A voice of hope believes that a better outcome is always within reach.  Read more...

Represented by Alison Levine and Erin Gruwell

Voice of Service - A voice of service seeks to uplift the human spirit through gifts of time and talent.  Read more...

Represented by Dan Cathy, Muhtar Kent, and Dave Ramsey

Voice of Purpose - A voice of purpose isn't easily distracted from the intended path.  Read more...

Represented by Suzy Welch and Mack Brown

Voice of Innovation - A voice of innovation is never quite satisfied with the status quo.  Read more...

Represented by Sir Ken Robinson and Frans Johansson

If you are interested in attending this event, please contact Lisa DelBosque at the Bee County Chamber of Commerce today at 361.358.3267.  

If you are not in the Bee County area, visit Find A Site to find a location near you!

Tickets are only $50, but seating is very limited!

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Obama Birth Certificate Released

The White House decided to release President Obama's long-form birth certificate today.  Their desire is to finally rid the national debate over whether or not the President was born in the United States.

President Barack Obama's Long-Form Birth Certificate

During Obama's campaign back in 2008, the shorter birth certificate was released, but it just didn't seem to be enough to satisfy the so-called "birther" community.  The long-form certificate shows what the shorter form did, the President was born in Honolulu on August 4, 1961.  The certificate shown on the right, includes the signature  of an attendant who witnessed the birth and a local registrar, as well as, a certificate number.

President Obama is calling the controversy a distraction from serious issues.  In a statement on the White House Website, communications director Dan Pfeiffer, wrote "The President believed the distraction over his birth certificate wasn't good for the country."  "It may have been good politics and good for TV, but it was bad for the American people and distracting from the many challenges we face as a country.  Therefore, the president directed his counsel to review the legal authority for seeking access to the long form certificate (not generally provided to those inquiring) and to request on that basis that the Hawaii State Department of Health make an exception in part because of the tremendous volume of requests they had been getting."  Pfeiffer also notes that the release of the long-form certificate should not be seen as any validation that the short form wasn't sufficient, but as a good faith effort to put the issue to rest.

The President is set to record an episode of the Oprah Winfrey Show today, he will undoubtedly touch base on this continuing controversy.

S-T Elementary All A Honor Roll

Skidmore-Tynan Elementary

5^th Six Weeks

All-A Honor Roll

First Grade:  Ryan Allison, Savannah Lopez, Destiny Magana, Jacob Campos, Ella Hogue, Delmer Magyer, Laci Stautzenburger, Jacob Dougherty, Zadeious Garcia, Roxanne Garza, Steven Gonzales, Eddika Hernandez, Jacelin Hinds, Celeste Huerta, Aidan Massengill, Conner Salinas

Second Grade:  Allison Alford, Savannah Garcia, Carson Polasek, Jasmine Terry, Jordan Vasquez, Anna Zavala, Eleanor Allard, Carly Haggard, Olivia Sain, Hailey Clark

Third Grade:  Britnie Briseno, Madison Gonzalez, Felix Menchaca, Brandon Aguilar, Alyson Bennett, Jacob Brown, Conner Favre, Tres Ortiz, Taylor Pena, Avea Gonzales, Ryan Massengill, Ayana Vasquez

Fourth Grade:  Madeline Dougherty, Elizabeth Olivarez, Cole Terry, Matthew Carnes, Marilysa Estrada, Megan Haggard, Julie Juarez, Tiffani Trevino, Elissa Eernisse, Schyanne Garino, Anevay Rodriguez, Daniel Tyrone, Sean Underwood, Amber Puente, Madison McEntire, Stephen Moreno, Matt Nelson, Kayla Rutkowski, Tyler Salinas

Fifth Grade:  Jordan Chavarria, Aleena Farias, Michelle Flores, Jacob Garcia, Timothy Leafty, Kassandra Leos, Brianna Moreno, Kennon Wishert, Connor Allard, Bryce Baker, Alyssa BKatriena Ables, Jarel McFadden, Alyssa Olivarez, Mary Scott, Catrina Sotoennett, MacKenzie Clark, Samuel Flores, Crystal Garza, Kiera Metz, Stephanie Munson, Jessica Sain, Katriena Ables, Jarel McFadden, Alyssa Olivarez, Mary Scott, Catrina Soto

Courtesy of Renee Guajardo, Skidmore-Tynan 4th Grade Teacher

Happy Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day was originally recognized in 1952 as "National Secretaries Day" by the National Secretaries Association, currently known as the International Association of Administrative Professionals.  It was established as an effort to recognize secretaries for their contributions in the workplace, and to attract people to secretarial and administrative careers.

Did you forget the flowers?  Order them now!

Let Flowers Speak For You

It is Administrative Professionals Day on Wednesday, April 27th!  If you still haven't ordered your flowers for your favorite secretary, it is not too late.  You can order them today with Kay's Bokays.

Order Flowers Today!

Check out their website for The Deal of the Day!

Speaking of flowers, order flowers for Mother's Day today and relax!  Kay's Bokays offers beautiful arrangements for any budget.  You can order online, by phone, or in person.  If you do happen to visit their location, make sure and look at all the beautiful Christian and religious keepsakes, treasures, and books.  They will be open on Mother's day, Sunday May 8th.

Visit Kay's Bokays at 2001 S. Washington in Beeville, online, or by calling 361-358-1023 or 800-899-3071.

Kay's Bokays is a Telefloral member and can help you order and deliver flowers nationwide!

Looking for Something Different...

Try Out 'Introduction to Kayaking'

Introduction to Kayaking

The Office of Community Outreach at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi will begin offering the eight-hour “Introduction to Kayaking” course on Saturday, April 30, to teach beginners how to become a proficient kayaker in one day and provide advanced techniques to experienced kayakers.

Other scheduled courses are on the following Saturdays: May 28, June 25, July 30, and Aug. 27. The classes will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on the last Saturday of every month through October, weather permitting. Participants must be 18 or older; or 14-17 if accompanied by a parent.

Kayakers will learn about the proper selection and use of safety equipment; kayaking terminology; how to identify and reduce risks; trip planning; kayaks and paddles; carrying, launching and boarding a kayak; maneuvering and controlling a kayak on the water; “rules of the road;” and rescue and safety. Beginning paddlers will receive instruction on how to safely kayak on lakes, calm protected ocean environments and other flat-water settings. Experienced kayakers will learn advanced paddling techniques and other skills to help enhance their enjoyment and safety on the water.

The first half of the “Essentials of Kayak Touring” course will take place at Texas A&M-Corpus Christi’s Moody Sustainers Field House pool, where participants will learn the basics and practice handling a kayak in a safe, controlled environment. After lunch, participants will be transported to the Lighthouse Lakes Paddling Trail, near Port Aransas.

Participants will need to bring a swimsuit, water shoes (or shoes you are prepared to get wet), a towel, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, a water bottle and lunch money. A small waterproof daypack with other items that can be secured to the body may also be brought.

The cost is $100 per person, which includes the use of top quality boats, paddles and lifejackets for the day. To register online, go to http://outreach.tamucc.edu/kayaking/.



Other Outdoor Adventures courses currently offered are the Birding Courses - Wading and Shorebird Identification & Eco-Tour: Gila National Forest.


Information courtesy of Community Outreach at Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi.

The IRS on YouTube

As the deadline to file your taxes starts to near the end, the IRS is putting in the effort to assist the taxpayers with information on how to complete their tax returns.  You can find answers to questions such as: Missing W-2s, Charitable Contributions, Last Minute Tax Tips and more on the IRS YouTube Channel.  The feedback on this site has been very positive, proving that it just might be what you need to complete your taxes this year if you have waited till the last minute.

The Deadline to Submit Your Tax Return is Today ~ April 18, 2011!

S-T Pre-K & Kinder Registration

Skidmore-Tynan Elementary is currently registering children for Pre-Kinder and Kindergarten classes for the 2011 – 2012 school year.  Registration will take place on Thursday, April 21, 2011, at the Elementary School office, from 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Children registering for Pre-Kinder must be 4 years of age on or before September 1, 2011, and must meet family income guidelines.   Children registering for Kindergarten must be 5 years of age on or before September 1, 2011.  For more information, call the Elementary School at 361-287-3426, ext. 4000. 


Courtesy of Skidmore-Tynan Elementary School

50th Anniversary of First Man in Space

Yuri Gagarin, First Human In Space

Russian cosmosnaut Yuri Gagarin became the first in space on April 12, 1961, ushering the new era of human spaceflight.  The spacecraft, Vostok 1, reached unprecedented speed for human travel at the time.  It broke free of the Earth's gravitional pull and entered orbit around the planet, circling once before re-entering the atmosphere and landing back on Soviet soil.  Gagarin was in space for a total of 108 minutes, traveling around the Earth once at 17,500 miles per hour.

To learn more, visit 6 Surprising Facts About Yuri Gagarin's First Spaceflight.

ZUMBATHON-FREE CHARITY EVENT...

...for the American Heart Association!

Join the Pary & RSVP on Facebook!

JOIN our PARTY HEARTY ZUMBAthon, the "GO RED-Por Tu Corazon" movement to bring awarness to heart disease...the #1 killer of women. Did you know that 1 of 3 women will die of a heart related issue? If you did not, you are not alone. According to the American Heart Association, only 31% of Americans are aware of this fact. Let's bring awareness by having a PARTY!!! Join us for our PARTY HEARTY ZUMBAthon on SATURDAY, April 16, 2011 at the DAVE MOORE FORD parking lot downtown Beeville from 12 NOON to 2pm We have 5 certified ZUMBA instructors that will keep your heart smiling with every beat! Chance to win $100 for the person who brings the most people to the event (minimum 10 people and all must be present to win) ANYTIME Fitness will have 1 week free pass for everyone who attends this event. Certified ZUMBAtomics instructor Tamara Scotten will introduce ZUMBAtomics to kids ages 4-7 and 8-12. JOIN THE PARTY!!! FEEL the BEAT and the LOVE...from the bottom of YOUR HEART!!!

$100 to whoever brings the most people to the event! 

Minimum of 10 people to qualify and all must be present to win.

For more information, visit PARTY HEARTY ZUMBATHON CHARITY EVENT, by Dave Moore Ford.

The Skidmore Signal Needs Help

The Skidmore Signal is an online newspaper for our small community, as you all know.  It offers free advertisement opportunities, as well as, a chance for you to get involved in your community.  If you  know of events or news that the citizens of Skidmore would be interested in, please contact me with the details and I can put something together to share online.

Have a passion for writing or taking pictures?  Then share it with us!

Have a passion for volunteering?  Then volunteer at the Signal!

You can volunteer to help the Signal by contacting me and letting me know what you might be interested in doing.  You can report on events in the area, sports scores, wedding and baby announcements, whatever you are interested in.  If you would like to just share news occasionally or on a more regular basis, anything will work at this point!  The online set up of this website is a blog, which is very easy to learn to navigate, I am willing to give access to this site and train someone if they are interested.  If you are a student, this could be something that you could use to get some experience for a future career.

I am not looking for someone to take over the Signal, I could just use some help.  I have been a little under the weather this week and was wishing I already had someone lined up to help me out a little.

Let me know if you are interested!
~ Maxie

Maxie Beyer, Publisher
Skidmore Signal
361.354.9754
signal@4beyer.com
www.4beyer.com

Longer Days for S-T ISD Students

Back in February, the District closed for a day due to the bad weather we were experiencing.  S-T ISD has extended a few days for the next couple of weeks to make up for this missed day, starting tomorrow.  School will be held one hour longer on the following days.

Thursday, April 7th

Tuesday, April 12th

Thursday, April 14th

Tuesday, April 19th

The Path to Prosperity - Unveiled

House Republican are supposed to share their ambitious vision today of the fiscal 2012 budget plan that would cut $6.2 trillion in spending over the next decade, by overhauling Medicare and Medicaid, and restructuring individual and business taxes.  

The new plan, constructed by Paul Ryan, House Budget Committee Chairman, became a struggle for the Republicans and Democrats to reach a consensus over how to cut spending over the remaining six months of the current fiscal year.  This will remain a separate issue from what is announced today for the 2012 budget.

"The Path to Prosperity," will be formally unveiled later this morning.  It is said to cut $4.4 trillion from deficits over the next 10 years.  The details of the plan will be shared roughly at the same time President Barack Obama meets with congressional leaders to discuss the current year's budget.  If decisions are not made and enacted this week, federal funding runs out Friday which could lead to a government shutdown effective Saturday.

Sneak peak of some of the details to be shared today:

• Spending - Will cut domestic spending below 2008 levels and freeze the budgets for five years.
• Help for the Poor - Will take the federal share of Medicaid, the joint state-federal health program for lower income people, and convert it to a grant to states.  States would then have more say over how the money is used.  Similar changes will be made to the food stamp program and consolidation of many job training programs.
• Health Care - After 2022, Medicare beneficiaries would be enrolled in the same type of health care program as members of Congress.  Future beneficiaries could choose from a variety of plans.
• Social Security - This part is vague, it is proposed that consumers be allowed to put their Social Security tax money into private accounts.

Facts courtesy of the Wall Street Journal.

Read more: http://www.miamiherald.com/2011/04/05/2151303/house-republicans-ready-to-unveil.html#ixzz1IehFNL52

S-T Accepting G/T Nominations, Grades 6-12

Skidmore-Tynan ISD is now accepting nominations for the Gifted and Talented Program grades 6 through 12.  Students must be nominated and tested prior to joining the G/T program.  Nominations may be made by a parent, teacher, or anyone with knowledge of the nominee’s abilities.  Nominations will be accepted through April 29, 2011.


For additional information please contact Robin Thomas at 287-3426, ext 3005.
For information on G/T Nomination for grades 3-5, click here.


Courtesy of Judy Garza, S-T Junior High School Counselor