Keller ISD announces principals for two new schools
The Keller Independent School District is pleased to announce the names of the two individuals approved for principal at Elementary #20 (on Timberland) and Elementary #21 (on Sandshell).
The district and community interview committees strongly recommended Angie Nayfa as the principal of Elementary School #20 (Timberland).
Nayfa is currently the assistant principal at Independence Elementary. After two successful years at North Riverside as an assistant principal, Nayfa was selected to assist Kathleen Vaghy in opening Independence Elementary in order to prepare her for future new school opportunities.
"Angie has proven her ability to work with parents, students and staff in bringing together diverse populations and creating a sense of family and pride in a new school," said Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources Penny Benz.
Prior to North Riverside Elementary, Nayfa served one year as the administrative assistant at Bear Creek Intermediate and has five years experience as a classroom teacher in the Keller ISD.
She was the North Riverside Teacher of the Year and district Teacher of the Year finalist in 2003. She holds a master's degree in educational leadership from Midwestern State University and a bachelor's degree in interdisciplinary studies from the University of North Texas.
Tony Johnson was approved as the principal at Elementary School #21 (on Sandshell).
Johnson is currently in his second year as the assistant principal at South Keller Intermediate.
"Mr. Johnson has been directly involved in the development and implementation of the aligned curriculum both at SKI and in the KHS vertical team. In the past two years he has developed a deep knowledge of what kids in Keller ISD have to know to be successful at the intermediate level," stated Ms. Benz.
Tony was selected as an assistant principal at South Keller Intermediate because of his experience of four years as the assistant principal at John Good Elementary in Irving ISD. Tony's experiences at John Good Elementary prepared him for leadership of diverse populations and for working with at-risk students. He spent six years teaching an integrated curriculum of physical education to students PK-6th grade.
He holds a master's degree in educational administration from the University of Texas at Arlington and bachelor's and master's degrees in kinesiology from Stephen F. Austin State University.
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 12 March 2008 )
Monday, March 24, 2008
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Sunday, March 9, 2008
Mayor's Weekly Update - Maech 7, 2008
Office of Mayor Pat McGrail
Mayor's Weekly Update - March 7, 2008
Greetings!
Welcome to the Mayor's Weekly Update!
This newsletter is designed to provide you with up-to-date information, news, and events about the City of Keller.
City receives $79,000 Grant.
The City Council approved the receipt of a $79,000 grant from the M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation during the regular meeting held Tuesday, March 4. The grant funds will be used for a new Parks & Recreation youth program focused on introducing children to new arts, sports, science, and entertainment activities. The program's "Get Up and Get Out" nine-month series will begin this June and will conclude with a two-day festival, Keller Kidsfest, in March 2009. This is a great opportunity to bring additional recreational experiences to Keller's youth and families while also encouraging them to be more active.
The Hudson Foundation was established in 1991 to further the Hudsons' life-long interest in improving the human condition and supporting education, medical research, children's issues and the arts. M.R. Hudson was the founder of Hudson Oil Co. and later Fisca Oil Co.
We are grateful to the Trustees of the Hudson Foundation for their generous support to youth recreational activities in the community. The funds provided by the Hudson Foundation will directly advance our goals to improve the quality of life for Keller residents.
Crews prepared City for this week's snow storm
Part of the regular schedule for the Public Works department is to be prepared for all types of weather and storms. Typically, the department starts planning at least one day before any severe or inclement weather is predicted to make sure the City has enough sand and deicer products on hand. When conditions warrant, city crews then go out and apply the sand and deicer products on critical areas such as bridges, steep slopes, and major intersections as necessary. The city workers are either held over to accommodate the evening rush hour or are brought in early before the morning rush hour. Crews from the Parks Maintenance Division apply sand and deicer products around entrances to all city facilities during severe or inclement weather conditions.
Public Works crews began preparing for this week's snow storm early yesterday. Crews began applying sand and deicing products yesterday afternoon on critical areas throughout Keller. Employees continued to work until midnight last night and started again at 3:30 this morning to improve road conditions in high risk areas.
On behalf of the City Council, I would like to thank these departments for their efforts in overseeing the general safety and welfare of residents and motorists in Keller during our recent snow conditions.
Keller Named A Tree City USA Community
Keller has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the fifteenth year Keller has received this national recognition.
The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the national Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Keller has met the following four standards to become a Tree City USA community: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance.
The Texas Forest Service will present the a Tree City USA award to the City at the TREE-mendous Spring Egg Scramble, on Saturday, March 15, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at Bear Creek Park. During the event, residents may pick up a free tree ready for planting (while supplies last) in celebration of the upcoming National Arbor Day.
Congressman Michael Burgess sends congratulations
2007 Volunteers of the Year
Keller Parks and Recreation received 2752 hours from volunteers for help during their special events held in 2007 and recently announced the following top volunteers at their annual appreciation event honoring their help and support:
Volunteer Organization for the Year for 2007
Indian Springs Middle School National Junior Honor Society, totaling 428 hours
The Indian Springs Middle School National Junior Honor Society had over 50 students volunteer at our Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart Ball, Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle, Haunted Trails and Holly Days at Keller Town Center events.
Volunteer of the Year for 2007
Tom Snyder, totaling 31 hours
Tom braves the very cold weather at our January and February Fishing for Fun events and the very hot weather during our June fishing event. He ran games at our TREE-mendous Spring Egg Scramble, rode and monitored hayrides during Haunted Trails, then got up the very next day and passed out candy to all the trick-or-treaters at Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle. At Holly Days at Keller Town Center, Tom took over 50 surveys from event participants.
Keller Senior Activities Center Volunteer of the Year of 2007
Tom Wright, totaling 88 hours
Every week Tom volunteers for Bingo game activities and picks up donated items for distributing to center participants. He has also been instrumental in the coordination of the center's new "Texas Hold'em" group and is now serving as the Vice-President on the Keller Senior Activities Center Advisory Council.
In the City of Keller we enjoy an excellent quality of life. Not only do we have talented, dedicated, and hard-working staff and volunteers, but our neighborhoods are filled with citizens that care about their neighbors and demonstrate a real sense of community every day. This is what makes Keller your city to call home.
Sincerely,
Mayor Pat McGrail
City of Keller
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City of Keller, Texas Keller Town Hall 1100 Bear Creek Pkwy. P.O. Box 770 Keller TX 76244
Mayor's Weekly Update - March 7, 2008
Greetings!
Welcome to the Mayor's Weekly Update!
This newsletter is designed to provide you with up-to-date information, news, and events about the City of Keller.
City receives $79,000 Grant.
The City Council approved the receipt of a $79,000 grant from the M.R. and Evelyn Hudson Foundation during the regular meeting held Tuesday, March 4. The grant funds will be used for a new Parks & Recreation youth program focused on introducing children to new arts, sports, science, and entertainment activities. The program's "Get Up and Get Out" nine-month series will begin this June and will conclude with a two-day festival, Keller Kidsfest, in March 2009. This is a great opportunity to bring additional recreational experiences to Keller's youth and families while also encouraging them to be more active.
The Hudson Foundation was established in 1991 to further the Hudsons' life-long interest in improving the human condition and supporting education, medical research, children's issues and the arts. M.R. Hudson was the founder of Hudson Oil Co. and later Fisca Oil Co.
We are grateful to the Trustees of the Hudson Foundation for their generous support to youth recreational activities in the community. The funds provided by the Hudson Foundation will directly advance our goals to improve the quality of life for Keller residents.
Crews prepared City for this week's snow storm
Part of the regular schedule for the Public Works department is to be prepared for all types of weather and storms. Typically, the department starts planning at least one day before any severe or inclement weather is predicted to make sure the City has enough sand and deicer products on hand. When conditions warrant, city crews then go out and apply the sand and deicer products on critical areas such as bridges, steep slopes, and major intersections as necessary. The city workers are either held over to accommodate the evening rush hour or are brought in early before the morning rush hour. Crews from the Parks Maintenance Division apply sand and deicer products around entrances to all city facilities during severe or inclement weather conditions.
Public Works crews began preparing for this week's snow storm early yesterday. Crews began applying sand and deicing products yesterday afternoon on critical areas throughout Keller. Employees continued to work until midnight last night and started again at 3:30 this morning to improve road conditions in high risk areas.
On behalf of the City Council, I would like to thank these departments for their efforts in overseeing the general safety and welfare of residents and motorists in Keller during our recent snow conditions.
Keller Named A Tree City USA Community
Keller has been named a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation to honor its commitment to community forestry. It is the fifteenth year Keller has received this national recognition.
The Tree City USA program is sponsored by the Arbor Day Foundation in cooperation with the national Association of State Foresters and the USDA Forest Service. Keller has met the following four standards to become a Tree City USA community: a tree board or department, a tree care ordinance, a comprehensive community forestry program, and an Arbor Day observance.
The Texas Forest Service will present the a Tree City USA award to the City at the TREE-mendous Spring Egg Scramble, on Saturday, March 15, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m., at Bear Creek Park. During the event, residents may pick up a free tree ready for planting (while supplies last) in celebration of the upcoming National Arbor Day.
Congressman Michael Burgess sends congratulations
2007 Volunteers of the Year
Keller Parks and Recreation received 2752 hours from volunteers for help during their special events held in 2007 and recently announced the following top volunteers at their annual appreciation event honoring their help and support:
Volunteer Organization for the Year for 2007
Indian Springs Middle School National Junior Honor Society, totaling 428 hours
The Indian Springs Middle School National Junior Honor Society had over 50 students volunteer at our Daddy/Daughter Sweetheart Ball, Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle, Haunted Trails and Holly Days at Keller Town Center events.
Volunteer of the Year for 2007
Tom Snyder, totaling 31 hours
Tom braves the very cold weather at our January and February Fishing for Fun events and the very hot weather during our June fishing event. He ran games at our TREE-mendous Spring Egg Scramble, rode and monitored hayrides during Haunted Trails, then got up the very next day and passed out candy to all the trick-or-treaters at Spooky Kooky Keller Kastle. At Holly Days at Keller Town Center, Tom took over 50 surveys from event participants.
Keller Senior Activities Center Volunteer of the Year of 2007
Tom Wright, totaling 88 hours
Every week Tom volunteers for Bingo game activities and picks up donated items for distributing to center participants. He has also been instrumental in the coordination of the center's new "Texas Hold'em" group and is now serving as the Vice-President on the Keller Senior Activities Center Advisory Council.
In the City of Keller we enjoy an excellent quality of life. Not only do we have talented, dedicated, and hard-working staff and volunteers, but our neighborhoods are filled with citizens that care about their neighbors and demonstrate a real sense of community every day. This is what makes Keller your city to call home.
Sincerely,
Mayor Pat McGrail
City of Keller
Email Marketing by
City of Keller, Texas Keller Town Hall 1100 Bear Creek Pkwy. P.O. Box 770 Keller TX 76244
Monday, March 3, 2008
BILL OFFER FIXES TO HOME-LOAN CRISES
Congress is considering several proposals to improve prospects for the housing market.A bill likely to be debated on the Senate floor Tuesday includes a proposed revision to the U.S. bankruptcy code that would allow judges to cut interest rates and reduce what is owed on troubled borrowers' mortgages. Lenders and many Republicans fiercely oppose the measure. The proposal also includes $200 million for foreclosure-prevention counseling services and an allowance for states to issue more tax-exempt bonds so housing agencies can help home owners refinance.Other bills under consideration include a proposal to create a federal corporation, funded with $20 billion, to buy distressed mortgages and help home owners refinance. Another measure would shield banks from lawsuits brought by investors whose holdings of mortgage securities are negatively affected by changes in loan terms or other measures intended to help at-risk borrowers.The federal Office of Thrift Supervision has proposed a plan that would help 8 million home owners with “upside-down” mortgages to refinance into government-backed loans covering the home’s current value. To make up the difference, lenders would receive a special certificate equivalent to the remainder of the balance owed that they could redeem if the home is sold at a higher price.Source: Dow Jones International News (02/25/08)
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