George Carter and his aunt Rachael Beaver

George W. Carter

May 12, 1963 – May 17, 2011

Never having served in war,
Never having owned a store,
Never having been a doctor,
Or a politician on Capitol’s floor.

His success in life wasn’t measured
By money, fame, or a great name,
But after knowing George
You weren’t the same.

His needs were simple,
His life was free,
He touched so many
And he touched me!

“Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for him that will stand.” – Proverbs 19:21

Vance and Michelle Flosenzier cross the Jingle Bell 5K finish line

The Jingle Bell 5K, hosted by the Seadrift Chamber of Commerce was held December 3rd in Seadrift. Those winning first place are as follows:

Males- 1st Place:

Ages 10-14 – Zach Seaman

Ages 40-49 – Vance Flosenzier

Ages 50-59 – Luis DeLaGarza

Ages 60-69 – Reese Stalcup

Ages 70-80- Rhody Norberg

Females- 1st Place:

Ages 20-29 – Farah Janak

Ages 30-39 – Amy Youngblood

Ages 40-49 – Michelle Flosenzier

Ages 50-59 – Pam DeLaGarza

Ages 60-69- Joanne Mueller

Ages 70-79 – Muriel Costello

Zach Seaman was the only youth to enter the 5K. He came across the finish line in 27.15 minutes.

Students on “A” Honor Roll for 2nd Six Weeks

Front Row: Shayla Teel, Leah Lucey, Chase Harding, Damian Guzman, Keaton Cady, Ashton Albrecht, Shane Branch

Second Row: Anthony Luna, Joey Helms, Maddie Hawes, Sarah Doggett, Alexandria DiClemente, Tarah Munsch

Back Row: Hannah Tucker, Carly Rosenboom, Brooklyn Redmond, Taylor Ragusin, Evan Clifton, John Rosenboom, Any Resendiz, Drake Dyes

Students on “A and B” Honor Roll

Makayla Reed, Ethan Redding

Front Row: Dalton Alford, Jessie Lashley, McKaelyn Carrilles

Second Row: Madison Stringo, Ally Luna, Esmeralda Garcia, Harley Albrecht

Back Row: Shayleigh Sprague, Paige Satterfield, Tyler Reed, Thomas Hawes, Gavin Gosnell, Clayton Maraggia, Trey Hagler, Elizabeth Carey

Perfect Attendance
Students achieving a perfect attendance record for the second six week period include:

PreK: Jacklyn Gutierrez, McKenna Guevara, Maddix Delgado, Jenna Branch, Stephen Bowman, Christopher Richter, Keegan Short, Kilea Sibley, Angela Salinas, Kayla Resendiz, Harley Maraggia

Kindergarten: Alexzaria Lopez, Kaitlyn Lashley, Matthew Stapp, Aislin Guzman, Kyle Doggett, Cody Branch

First Grade: Makayla Reed, Jenna McManus, Leah Lucey

Second Grade: Shayla Teel, Keven Salinas, Jessie Lashley, Amy Resendiz, Sarah Doggett, Shane Branch

Third Grade: Brooklyn Redmond, Esmeralda Garcia, McKaelyn Carriles, Collin Branch, Ronnie Carriles, Taylor Ragusin, Faith Peeler, Ally Luna, Logan Hobbs

Fourth Grade: Sam Thumann, Paige Satterfield, Oscar Resendiz, Tyler Reed, Clayton Maraggia, Brianna Lashley, Riley Hughs, Hannah Tucker, Carly Rosenboom, Sierra Posey, Dillon Hobbs, Noah Guzman, Carlos Sanchez, Javier Ayala, Elizabeth Carey

Fifth Grade: Madison Posey, Craig Lopez, Adriana Carriles, Mitchell Arlitt, Gavin Gosnell, Zoila Garcia, Drake Dyes

A school Music Educator from the Victoria Symphony came to POC Elementary and talked to students about Orchestras. She described the different instrument families, discussed individual instruments, and the roles of composers and conductors. The students then had an opportunity to see and play different instruments and practice conducting.

Javier Ayala, a fourth grader, has a good time playing a cello.

Several kids were showing off pearly white teeth following a visit from the Whitley Mobile Dental unit. The dental unit cleans teeth, applies fluoride treatments, fills cavities and does extractions. It’s amazing how many children were excited and eager to visit the dentist.

Mrs. O’Neill’s Pre-K Class is Ready for Santa Claus

Kids in the Pre-K class had fun making Santa faces which were covered with lots of glitter and cotton balls. There was also a wonderful cinnamon aroma wafting through the school as they made cinnamon ornaments for the Christmas tree. It’s definitely starting to smell like Christmas around here!

Front Row: Maddix Delgado, Jacklyn Gutierrez, Angela Salinas, Jenna Branch, Kilea Sibley Middle Row: Justice Epley, Aiden McClelland, Stephen Bowman, Harley Maraggia, Antonio Gloria Back Row: Keegan Short, Cannon Moreno, Kayla Resendiz, Christopher Richter, McKenna Guevara

We are sincerely grateful for all the help we received to make the Christmas Store successful. The students look forward to the opening of the store each year. It just wouldn’t be possible without all the help from the people who wrap hundreds of gifts and donate all the “treasures” for the students to purchase.

We’re also very appreciative of the help Beverly Pedley and Jennifer Reed provided in making the costumes for the Christmas Program. The costumes turned out great! Thank YOU.

Dates to Remember

December 19
Class Christmas Parties
2:30 to 3:30

December 20
Early Dismissal 12:30

December 21- Jan. 3
Christmas Break

January 3
Teachers Return to School

January 4
Students Return to School

January 16
Student Holdiay
Teacher Workday

Don’t Forget to
Save Your Box Tops

Unlike those shepherds of long ago, we have not had the privilege of hearing the heavenly choir of angels sing. (Luke 2: 8-14) But, did you know, we actually can hear the music of the “heavenly bodies”?

Check it out at:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7zWKm-LZWm4&feature=share

“And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God and saying: ‘Glory to God in the highest, And on earth peace, goodwill toward men!’”               

-Luke 2: 8-14