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VOLUME 14, ISSUE 9 | MAY 5-JUNE 2, 2023
FUNDING EDUCATION IN TEXAS With a budget surplus of over $32 billion, public education advocates are calling on state lawmakers to invest more in public schools. At the same time, legislators could pass a school choice bill this session to provide families with funds to leave public schools and enroll in private schools.
Public schools
Private schools
The basic allotment—state funding school districts receive per student to provide basic education
How much families would receive per child for education-related expenses under Senate Bill 8
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Increase needed to match inflation since 2019-20
Average private school tuition in Cy-Fair*
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Flood mitigation planned for Longwood Golf Club
THE TEXAS HOUSE PASSED HOUSE BILL 100 ON APRIL 27, PROPOSING A $140 INCREASE IN THE BASIC ALLOTMENT OVER THE NEXT TWO YEARS. AS OF PRESS TIME, IT NOW HEADS TO THE SENATE.
*This number is based on the average of 10 Cy-Fair area private schools and is not comprehensive.
How Texas compares
Local attendance rates
After factoring in additional allotments for special education, bilingual, gifted and talented, and other programs, the state spends $9,369 per student on average.
As of 2021-22, less than 2% of students living within Cy-Fair ISD's boundaries attended private schools.
Private school attendance within Cy-Fair ISD’s boundaries
Texas average $9,369 U.S. average $13,679 Cy-Fair ISD average $9,833
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School choice bill advances despite public education advocates’ opposition A proposal to use state money to help parents pay for private schools was approved by the Texas Senate on April 6, setting the stage for a contentious debate in the House. Senate Bill 8, filed by Sen. Brandon Creighton, BY DANICA LLOYD, HANNAH NORTON & DANIEL WEEKS R-Conroe, would create an education savings account program, also known as private school vouchers. Par- ents who pull their children out of public schools could receive $8,000 per student for private school tuition and CONTINUED ON 20 SOURCES: TEXAS EDUCATION AGENCY, CY-FAIR ISD’S 2022-23 BUDGET, EDUCATION WEEK’S 2021 SCHOOL FINANCE RANKINGS, TEXAS COMPTROLLER OF PUBLIC ACCOUNTS, SENATE BILL 8, CY-FAIR AREA PRIVATE SCHOOLS, POPULATION AND SURVEY ANALYSTS/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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Harris County Fair & Rodeo wrangles permanent home off Grand Parkway
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British Swim School promotes summer safety
90% of proceeds from the Harris County Fair & Rodeo are given back to the community.
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Approximate annual proceeds: $85K
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Harris County Fair & Rodeo board, purchased the land from Williams Family Land Tomball LLC. The first fair and rodeo at the new grounds will be in October 2024, and Stockton said there are plans to have the grounds double as an event space for the community to use year-round. Pieces of the
The Harris County Fair & Rodeo will be moving its permanent home to the northeast corner of Telge Road and the Grand Parkway in 2024 following the purchase in March of 165 acres for the fair. Fred Stockton, owner of Stock- ton Inc.—a for-profit corporation in Hempstead—and chair of the
in scholarships awarded in 2022. in scholarships will be awarded in 2023. was raised in 2021 & 2022 for various organizations in Harris County.
$4,000 $5,000 $84,000
SOURCES: FRED STOCKTON, MICHELLE REED, HARRIS COUNTY FAIR & RODEO/COMMUNITY IMPACT
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NOW OPEN 1 National Dental Care will have a grand opening May 11 at 12235 Queen- ston Blvd., Ste. C, Houston. The busi- ness opened earlier this year and offers cleanings, crowns, bridges, dentures, root canals, implants, veneers, Invisalign, Botox TMJ treatments and lip fillers. 832-930-7758. www.ndchouston.com 2 The Madison , a new apartment com- plex, opened in April at 20130 Schiel Road, Cypress. The property offers one-, two- and three-bedroom floor plan options
averaging 964 square feet. Unit pricing ranges from $1,465-$2,345 per month. 832-305-5232. www.themadisontx.com 3 Tracy Vest opened a new storefront for her specialty scent shop in early April. Burning Desires Candle Co. , 16040 West Road, Houston, offers handmade wax melts in a variety of fragrances. Vest has 30 years of experience hand-pouring these products. 281-212-0200 4 Kani Kettu , a Nordic yarn store, opened April 12 at 10211 Cypresswood Drive, Ste. 600, Houston. Owner Rebecca Castaneda and her husband Edgar opened
the shop, offering knitting and crochet les- sons, a wide selection of natural fiber yarns and knitting supplies. 281-758-2838 5 Wing Zone opened Feb. 13 at A 22560 Hwy. 249, Houston, and at B 12320 Barker Cypress Road, Ste. 900, Cypress, on May 1. The Las Vegas-based chain is known for its menu of bone-in and boneless chicken wings, hand-bread- ed chicken tenders and flavor-rubbed french fries. 832-645-4529. www.wingzone.com 6 Vibrance Beauty and Wellness Spa held a grand opening March 30 inside
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EXPANSIONS 16 Officials with Villa Roma Italian Ristorante at 12640 Telge Road, Ste. E, Cypress, are in the process of adding a wine and cocktail lounge on the second floor. The lounge features a 13-seat bar, a stage for live music and a rooftop terrace, officials said. The upstairs lounge will serve appetizers, wine, beer and cock- tails. 281-640-8076. www.villaromacypress.com ANNIVERSARIES 17 Officials with Brew:30 Taphouse celebrated five years in business at 15914A Telge Road, Cypress, on April 22. Gary Marler and Tiffany Richie opened Brew:30 Taphouse in spring 2018 with an indoor lounge and an outdoor patio. The venue hosts events throughout the month and features 30 rotating craft beer taps. 281-516-9315. www.brew30taphouse.com 18 Emler Swim School of Vintage Park hosted a fifth anniversary celebration April 8. Located at 106 Vintage Park Blvd., Ste. B, Houston, Emler Swim School offers swim classes for both children and adults. The venue can also be booked for private 19 Houston Northwest Church cele- brated its 50th anniversary in late April. Located at 19911 Hwy. 249, Houston, the church holds in-person and online wor- ship services on Sundays at 9 a.m. and 10:30 a.m., and offers programming for all age groups. HNW en Español meets on campus at 10:30 a.m. on Sundays. 281-469-3389. www.hnw.org pool parties. 346-260-3500. www.emlerswimschool.com
290, Cypress. The franchise offers gymnas- tics, dance, karate and Kindermusic classes for infants and children. Officials said the 3,421-square-foot facility is expected to open this summer. www.thelittlegym.com 12 Brooklyn Pizzeria will open its ninth Houston-area location at 8020 Fry Road, Cypress, in late May. Sammy Shahini, one of the owners, said the menu includes thin-crust pizzas, lasagna, manicotti, baked ziti and spaghetti with meatballs, and all the sauces are made in-house. 13 Misfit Outpost, a Cypress-area brew- pub that closed its 16602 Cypress Rosehill Road, Cypress, location over the summer, reopened April 7 at Twisted Acre Brew- ery’s former location, 16103 Grant Road, Ste. J, Cypress. The new location has on- site food options, live music and events. www.facebook.com/misfitoutpost 14 Sulcata Psychiatry relocated March 1 to 12075 Spring Cypress Road, Ste. D, Tom- ball. The practice offers psychiatric diagno- sis, therapy and medication management for age 3 and older. Sulcata Psychiatry originally opened in 2021 on Vintage Park Boulevard in Houston. 281-747-8588 www.bkpizzeria.com RELOCATIONS 15 Lucy’s Boutique and Gifts opened in February at 8475 Hwy. 6 N., Ste. H, Hous- ton. Owner Jackie Sanders said the shop sells women’s apparel, children’s items, jewelry, home decor, candles, accessories and gifts. Embroidery services are also available in-store. The boutique was pre- viously located in the Heights for over five years. 832-730-4857. www.ilovelucys.com
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FEATURED IMPACT COMING SOON O cials with In-N-Out Burger con rmed a new location is in the early stages of construction at 28320 Hwy. 290, Cypress. This address was previously home to Brewingz, which Community Impact previously reported closed in August. Based in California, the fast-food chain is known for its burgers, fries and shakes. The 3,887-square-foot building will include a drive-thru, according to Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation documents. Construction of the new In-N-Out could take less NAME CHANGES 20 Murdoch’s Backyard closed in late March at 18541 Mueschke Road, Cypress, and reopened in April as farm-to-table concept Murdoch’s Artisan Market Bistro . The venue features an artisan market and carries fresh eggs, produce and honey. The lunch menu consists of sandwiches, salads and baked goods. 281-516-9753. www.facebook.com/murdochsbackyard RENOVATIONS 21 Winthrop Realty Group celebrated a grand reopening of the Wells Fargo Cypress Office Building at 12337 Jones
than a year, but Mike Abbate, assistant vice president of real estate and development, could not con rm an opening date as of press time. In-N-Out was founded in 1948 and came to Texas in 2011. www.in-n-out.com
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MAY 06 CELEBRATE SPRING AT A LOCAL FESTIVAL Boys and Girls Country hosts its annual Spring Festival with classic midway games, bucket ra e, arts and crafts, and armadillo races. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. $5 (age 4 and younger), $20 (age 5 and older). Boys and Girls Country, 18806 Roberts Road, Hockley. 281-351-4976. www.boysandgirlscountry.org 16 STOP BY A BUSINESS EXPO The Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce will host a business expo for merchants to market their products and services. 10 a.m.-noon. Free (admission), $150-$250 (exhibitor space). Berry Center, 8877 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress. 281-373-1390. www.cyfairchamber.com 19 THROUGH JUNE 4 SEE ‘THE BEST LITTLE WHOREHOUSE IN TEXAS’ Playhouse 1960 will present a production of “The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas” directed by Tina Cafeo. The musical comedy was made famous by the lm adaptation starring Dolly Parton and Burt Reynolds. 8 p.m. (Fri.-Sat.), 3 p.m. (Sun.). $24.50-$27.50. Playhouse 1960, 6814 Gant Road, Houston. 281-587-8243. www.playhouse1960.com
11 Stacey Steele, 7 p.m. 12 Bryan Scott, 7 p.m. 13 Juba Normand, 7 p.m. 18 Leo Mendoza, 7 p.m. 19 James Roosa, 7 p.m. 20 Pete Sca di, 7 p.m. 25 Juba Normand, 7 p.m. 26 Lois Albez, 7 p.m. 27 Taylor Marberry, 7 p.m.
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JUNE 05 GOLF IN A TOURNAMENT The Jersey Village High School Booster Club will host a four-person scramble golf tournament followed by dinner and silent auction. Proceeds will bene t JVHS student-athletes. 1 p.m. $150. Jersey Meadow Golf Club, 8502 Rio Grande St., Jersey Village. 281-682-5890. www.jerseymeadow.com Je Musial headlines Bridgeland’s 15th annual Nature Fest, which also features pony rides, a petting zoo and nature exhibitions. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free (admission). 17730 House & Hahl Road, Cypress. 281-304-5588. www.bridgeland.com (Courtesy the Howard Hughes Corp.)
Kentucky Derby Day festivities include a Derby Day hat contest and live racing. 10:30 a.m. $5 (general admission), $10 (premium seats). 7575 N. Sam Houston Parkway W., Houston. 281-807-8700. www.shrp.com (Courtesy Sam Houston Race Park)
THE BARN AT FRIO GRILL 16416 Mueschke Road, Cypress 281-256-3746 www.barntx.com MAY 13 Nightbird—Fleetwood Mac and Stevie Nicks tribute band, 6 p.m. 20 Mr. Wonderful: The 80s New Wave Experience, 6 p.m. JUNE 03 The Spicoli’s— 80s Kicko to Summer, 6 p.m.
09 THROUGH 25 CATCH A PERFORMANCE OF ‘MISERY’
The play “Misery” by William Goldman is based on the novel by Stephen King about a novelist who is rescued from a car crash by an obsessed super fan and wakes up as her captive in a secluded home. 7:30 p.m. $25-$31. Stageworks Theatre, 10760 Grant Road, Houston. 281-587-6100. www.stageworkshouston.org/misery
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Houston-Galveston Area Council prepares for 2045 regional transportation plan updates
INVESTMENT BY CORRIDOR The Houston-Galveston Area Council’s 2045 Regional Transportation Plan includes 750 projects in Houston, from hike and bike trails to highway widenings. I-69 corridor Hwy. 290 corridor
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With the Houston region estimated to double its population by 2045, the Houston-Galveston Area Council has laid out its plans to accommodate the corresponding growth in transpor- tation needs with its 2045 Regional Transportation Plan Update. As of press time, the H-GAC’s Transportation Policy Council was set to approve and adopt the Regional Transportation Plan Update, or RTP, on April 28 following a public com- ment period. H-GAC updates its RTP, which guides major transportation investments, every four years. “The RTP allows for us to bring down federal and state funds into our eight-county region,” said Anita Hollmann-Matijcio, H-GAC’s regional planning manager, in a news release. “It helps us prioritize and understand what projects should be funded, where we need to fund projects and how to move forward. By planning 20 years out, it allows for us to be prepared to accommodate for future
needs and have the funds to do so.” The agency’s vision for 2045 is “a safe, resilient, equitable and reliable multimodal transportation system that contributes to a livable region,” officials said. The H-GAC’s goals include achiev- ing and maintaining a state of good repair; moving people and goods reliably and efficiently; strengthening regional economic competitiveness; and conserving and protecting natural and cultural resources. The plan addresses transporta- tion concerns gathered from 2022 surveys. Participants prefer to travel safer and not necessarily faster, Hollmann-Matijcio noted. Those inside of Beltway 8 wanted better quality roads and a variety of travel options. Respondents outside of Beltway 8 wanted shorter commutes, reliable travel times, less congestion and better transit options. To see planned projects, visit www.bit.ly/2045rtp.
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By 2045, the H-GAC anticipates collecting $141 billion in revenue from federal and state allocations and tolls. It recommends $109 billion in transit, operations and intersection improvements.
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NEWS BRIEFS Harris County Flood Control District to purchase portion of Longwood Golf Club in Cypress area
Tickets now on sale for 2023 Texas Renaissance Festival
LONGWOOD GOLF CLUB Little Cypress Creek runs through the local golf course.
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BY JESSICA SHORTEN
After years of negotiation efforts, the Harris County Flood Control District is purchasing about 80 acres of property from Longwood Golf Club in Cypress, Tim Sulak, general manager at Longwood Golf Club, said in a March 31 email announcement to members. The flood control district plans to use the land to hold stormwater runoff and widen Little Cypress Creek, which should improve drainage. “HCFCD models are projecting that this will lower flood levels in the community by almost 10 feet,” Sulak said in the email. “This will reduce or alleviate much of the flooding in the area. We believe it will be a win-win for the whole community.” Community Impact previously reported more than 100 homes in the Longwood Village neighborhood flooded during Hurricane Harvey in 2017, and this pro- posed project would reduce flooding risks for hundreds of Longwood Village homes as well as more than 3,000 homes in surrounding neighborhoods. A 2020 survey conducted by the HCFCD found 75% of Longwood Village residents supported the district purchasing nine holes for the purpose of flood mitiga- tion efforts.
Tickets are now on sale for the 2023 Texas Renaissance Festival, which will run for eight weeks starting Oct. 7 through Nov. 26. Hosted in a 16th century-themed 55-acre village in Todd Mission, the festival contains over 400 shops and 21 stages where live perfor- mances are hosted each weekend by acrobats, bards and actors. Each weekend will have a unique theme over the course of the festival, such as Pirate Adventure, 1001 Dreams and Celtic Christmas. Advance ticket prices start at $12 for Sunday and $17 for Saturday at www.texrenfest.com. Admission is free for ages 5 and under on Satur- days and for ages 12 and under on Sundays. The festival runs from
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Sulak said the property purchase would be finalized around April 27. More information about the future of Longwood Golf Club will be announced after this date. Community Impact reported in 2021 that golf course officials planned to rework the existing 27-hole course to an 18-hole course with the remaining 170 acres. It is unclear as of press time if this plan is still in place. In the meantime, Sulak said operations at the golf course would be suspended as of April 17. Memberships will be transferred to Cypress Lakes Golf Club, which is located off Cypresswood Drive near Hwy. 290.
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Equity, workforce shortages among higher-education issues being considered COMPILED BY DANICA LLOYD Dozens of bills were led in the 88th Texas Legislature that would impact higher education institutions statewide if passed. Legislation must pass through both the Texas Senate and the Texas House of Representatives to reach Gov. Greg Abbott before becoming law. The regular session is set to end May 29.
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SENATE BILL 15 Sen. Mayes Middleton, R-Galveston
SB 17 Sen. Brandon Creighton, R-Conroe The intent of this bill is to prohibit o ces of diversity, equity and inclusion at institutions of higher education. Colleges and universities would also not be able to require diversity, equity and inclusion statements in the hiring or admissions process. SB 411 Sen. Angela Paxton, R-McKinney Student health centers at colleges and universities would be required to provide certain pregnancy- related information in printed format and via QR code if this bill became law. This would also include information about abortion and its associated medical risks, according to the legislation.
SB 25 Sen. Lois Kolkhorst, R-Brenham To help combat a statewide nursing shortage, nurses who also serve as part-time faculty for nursing degree programs at institutions of higher education would be eligible for loan repayment assistance if this bill were to become law. Full- time faculty already qualify for assistance.
HOUSE BILL 906 Rep. Joe Moody, D-El Paso This bill would edit the Texas Education Code to require higher education institutions to provide new students information regarding mental health and suicide prevention resources available to them. This information would include early warning signs a person considering suicide may exhibit.
This bill requires college students to compete on sports teams based on their sex assigned at birth. If the bill becomes law, transgender women would not be able to join women’s sports teams, and transgender men would not be able to join men’s sports teams.
HB 68 Rep. James Talarico, D-Round Rock
HB 584 Rep. Giovanni Capriglione, R-Southlake This bill would establish an
SB 2194 Sen. José Menéndez, D-San Antonio
This bill would require state entities to notify high school students in the foster care system they are exempt from tuition and fees for dual-credit courses. These entities would also automatically enroll eligible students in the state college tuition waiver program.
If passed, this bill would promote racial equity in higher education hiring and promotion practices. Institutions would be required to develop a ve-year plan to increase faculty diversity, including strategies to have sta diversity re ect that of the student population.
information technology credential program to be o ered at public community colleges to help address certain workforce shortages. The program would equip students for entry-level information technology positions in state agencies.
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HISTORY Lone Star College-CyFair Community college to celebrate 20 years educating local students N early two decades ago, Cy-Fair business leaders recognized the need for a local community college. BY DANICA LLOYD “I SEE US IN THE NEXT 20 YEARS AS A COLLEGE NEEDING TO BE VERY
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The Lone Star College-CyFair campus opened in 2003 to help close gaps in the region’s workforce and to support students seeking higher education opportunities. Founding President Diane K. Troy- er’s goal was to provide a comprehensive college that met the needs of the Cy-Fair community. The campus has grown from 7,000 students to become the largest campus in the Lone Star College System with 22,500 students, according to LSC CyFair’s fourth president Valerie Jones, who moved into the role last summer. Jones said she believes this growth has been possible because LSC CyFair leadership remains connected with o cials from the Cy-Fair Houston Chamber of Commerce, Cy-Fair ISD and industry partners to ensure the school can meet growing employment demands in the region. These e orts start at the high school level. Jones said thousands of CFISD students take advantage of dual-credit enrollment, through which students can simultaneously earn high school and college credit. Additionally, the College Academy launched in 2017, expanding college credit access for CFISD students by allowing them to earn their associate degree by the time they graduate high school. The 60 credit hours equate to the freshman and sophomore year of a bachelor’s degree, and the cost savings expands future opportunities for many students, Jones said. “As we know, the freshman year of college can be a really challenging experience for any of us—that transition from home life to stepping into adulthood on your own. So, for students to have that academic exposure and experience when they’re still in the supportive environment of a high school structure can be tremendously helpful,” she said. Other unique partnerships over the years include
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a joint public and college library with the Harris County Public Library System o ering program- ming for all ages on campus. In response to a growing demand for rst responders, a partnership with Harris County Emergency Services District No. 9 led to the Emer- gency Services Education Center, which features a working re station, training center and Life Flight helipad to train future re ghters and paramedics. The main campus on Barker Cypress Road has expanded over time, and two specialty satellite campuses have opened nearby—LSC Cypress Center on Clay Road and LSC Westway Park Tech- nology Center o Beltway 8. These facilities house workforce programs, including drafting, machining and welding, as well as information technology, visual communications and cybersecurity. Moving forward, Jones said LSC CyFair will continue to be intentional about being a space for all students to thrive. “I see us in the next 20 years as a college needing to be very attuned to what our students need from us to be able to reach their individual potential,” Jones said. “That means that we need to be an institution that’s exible and innovative to support students in their evolving needs.”
Lone Star College- CyFair 9191 Barker Cypress Road, Cypress 281-290-3200 www.lonestar.edu/cyfair Lone Star College- Cypress Center 19710 Clay Road, Katy 832-920-5000 www.lonestar.edu/ cypresscenter Lone Star College- Westway Park Technology Center 5060 Westway Park Blvd., Houston 346-275-6000 www.lonestar.edu/ westway-center
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BUSINESS FEATURE
BY DAVE MANNING
Dustin and Ashley Yates own two locations.
STAY SAFE THIS SUMMER The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention designates May as National Water Safety Month.
WHAT ARE THE STATS?
Drowning is the leading cause of unintentional death for children ages 1-4 in the U.S. For every child who dies from drowning, ve receive emergency care for submersion injuries.
British Swim School in Cy-Fair caters to students of all ages with a mission to promote swimming safety. (Photos courtesy British Swim School)
British Swim School Local instructors focus on water safety for all ages A shley Yates, owner of the British Swim School of Cypress-Spring, left her role as a Cy-Fair elementary
WHAT CAN I DO?
Ensure fencing around pools is at least 5 feet tall with a self- closing and self-latching gate. Designate an adult to be responsible for keeping their eyes on all children in the water.
This franchise opportunity was ideal as it made use of existing spaces by partnering with tness facilities such as LA Fitness, Yates said. With a pool temperature of 82-84 degrees, the environment is ideal for young students. Yates, alongside her husband Dustin, opened her rst location in Cy-Fair in 2022, and a second opened in Spring earlier this year. These locations have served about 200 families, teaching water survival through one-on-one instruction. Group sing-alongs are often used to help calm children so they can learn. Yates said students rst learn to get comfortable in the water, oating and treading water before learning swim strokes, such as
freestyle, backstroke, and eventually butter y and breaststroke. Drowning prevention was the primary mission of the founder of British Swim School, Rita Goldberg, who started the school in her home in 1981 in Manchester, England. Yates, a native Texan, said when she is asked how the school got its name, she jokes that “it’s because we always stop class for high tea.” Today, the school stays on brand as the students wear life preservers decorated with the U.K. ag. “The name remains the same because we carry on her same curriculum, but we’ve added a few things over the years as COVID[-19] brought about the need for an adult program,” she said.
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school science teacher to pursue an education-related business opportu- nity that would allow her to be more involved in the community. She was drawn to British Swim School’s mission of water safety for children. Although she did not have a background in swim training, she said she felt teaching children to swim would empower them to be safe and con dent around water. “My passion is working with children and families. But I wanted to own my own business and ... really impact the community on a large scale,” she said.
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DINING FEATURE Andy’s Bar & Grill Restaurateur creates neighborhood hotspot A ndy Correa grew up work-
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also wanted a restaurant with live music and karaoke as well as a sports bar atmosphere, but Andy’s Kitchen was too small. The menu features burgers, loaded fries, chicken wings, salads, wraps, atbreads, sandwiches, Cajun pasta, chicken-fried steak and other American dishes. The restaurant also has a full bar. “Our slogan at the original [Andy’s] Kitchen location is ‘a small kitchen with a big heart,’ and here at the new location it’s ‘great food and good times,’” Correa said. Correa said he is proud to be part of the Cypress community and volun- teers his company’s time and e orts to many organizations in the area, from Cy-Fair ISD to organizations bene ting rst responders. Coming from a family that oper- ated South American and Mexican restaurants and served Italian food at home, coupled with his passion for burgers and barbecue, Correa said his sta is able to o er a customized catering menu. He attributes his desire to instill his passion for the business in his sta to his training in his family’s restaurants. He said he wants to make sta feel they are a part of his family because he depends on them and wants them to enjoy the business as much as he does. “It’s been six years now, and it’s amazing what we’ve been able to accomplish. In six years we went from having a food truck to having two restaurants,” Correa said.
ing in family restaurants, welcoming customers like family, and he has grown his busi- nesses in the same fashion for the last six years in the Cypress area. Despite opening during the COVID- 19 pandemic amid economic di cul- ties, Correa’s belief in the traditions he learned in his youth and a lot of hard work and ingenuity has made Andy’s Bar & Grill his third and most successful venture yet, following Andy’s Kitchen on Mason Road and We Wagon Catering in Cypress. “I grew up with my parents in the restaurant industry. I worked o and on since I was 13 years old in the restaurant, and I’ve always had a passion for serving a platter or a dinner special or something and the ‘oohs’ and ‘ahs,’ and the smiles and the ‘Wow, this is great,’” Correa said. “Having people react to what you’ve created as being a little bit di erent than the average restaurant.” Having the experience of big family dinners with his Sicilian-American family, and working in his parents’ South American grill, Correa sought to learn not only other cuisines and traditions but to understand and gain experience in the restaurant industry. “I wanted to learn the nuts and bolts from the dishwashing station all the way up to the management position in case I ever had a chance to have my own restaurant,” he said. These experiences as well as growing up in the Cypress area made him want his restaurants to feel like part of the neighborhood. He said he
Andy Correa owns Andy’s Bar & Grill—his third culinary business in the Cypress area.
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