Names: Lauren Klausmeyer and
Katherine Madeley
Campus: Stratford High School
Calling: Lauren, who plays Dorothy in the Wizard of Oz, is a SAP Mentor at Spring Forest Middle and Sherwood Elementary schools. Katherine, who is a Jitterbug dancer in the production, is a Future Teachers of America member and assists the music teacher at Wilchester Elementary.
Why they do it: “I like working with kids,” Lauren says. “It’s interesting and fun, and I become close to the students. I’ll really miss them next year.” Katherine is thinking about a career as a music teacher. “Working with the students makes me want to be in music.”
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Name: Novice and George Bruner
Campus: Ridgecrest Elementary, 6 years
Calling: George, a Memorial Lions Club member, and his wife, Novice, help hundreds of deserving students receive holiday presents through the club. The Lions Club also assists students who need eyeglasses.
Why they do it: “My husband has played Santa Claus for 50 years. He gets a blessing out of it and now I get a blessing out it, too. I can get tired. I don’t put up a tree anymore. We had gifts and Christmas stockings for 200 children last year. We visit the homes and see the need.”
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Name: Christa Moser
Campus: Nottingham Elementary and Clay Road YMCA
Calling: As childcare director at the Clay Road Family YMCA, Christa coordinates after-school programs for 10 SBISD elementary schools. She is the parent of two children enrolled at Nottingham Elementary, where she serves on the PTA.
Why she does it: “As a parent, it’s very important to be involved in what is going on in your child’s school. There are a lot of children without an adult influence in their lives. It’s a rewarding experience for a volunteer to see a child grow because of their involvement.”
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Name: Parents Paula Melchor and Manuel Cruz
Campus: Woodview Elementary, 2 years
Calling: Paula and Manuel have two sons enrolled at Woodview Elementary. Paula is often a parent chaperone on student field trips, ranging from museums to ranches.
Why they do it: “We like to take care of our children, know that they are OK and stay close to them. The school is great. The teachers need help with field trips to control a big group, especially young boys.”
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Name: Maria Harvey
Campuses: All SBISD schools
Calling: Maria, who is employed with St. John Vianney Catholic Church’s Social Ministries, works with SBISD families seeking food or clothing help. The church’s staff also interviews families for Gold Card healthcare insurance.
Why she does it: “Volunteers are extremely important. This work can not be done without volunteers. Our congregation has more than 200 people working in the social ministries.”
