Goose Creek CISD posts record exemplary ratings amid controversy
Goose Creek CISD earned nine exemplary schools and 12 recognized schools while one was academically acceptable, yet the district’s overall rating slipped from recognized to academically acceptable. The TEA rankings rely on TAKS passes, completion, and dropout rates, with a new projection measure affecting counts. The district plans an appeal to regain recognized status.
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Weight loss war hits Baytown boot camps
Local fitness enthusiasts join national trend as obesity remains high among adults and youths. CDC data show about one third of adults and 17 percent of youths 2 to 19 were obese in 2007 08. Residents attend local boot camps to fight weight with expert-led guidance.
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Baytown Petition Seeks Red Light Signatures Recount
Baytown activists push to reach 620 signatures to amend the red light camera ordinance. Petition organizer Byron Schirmbeck delivers a second wave to City Hall as City Clerk Leticia Garza and staff count, aiming to meet a 10 day verification deadline after 608 of 620 were certified from the first submission.
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SBDC offers help for entrepreneurs
Aimed at aspiring and current small business owners, this piece outlines the challenges of starting and growing a business. It notes the need to navigate rules, regulations, plans, and funding, and hints at resources and guidance available through SBDC to assess viability and support expansion.
DA to Speak at Chamber Lunch
Harris County District Attorney Pat Lykos will speak at the Baytown Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Goose Creek Country Club. Lykos has been Harris County’s chief law enforcement official since January 1, 2009 and is the first woman to hold the DA post.
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