Blog entries - December 2009

Cy-Fair Schools Maintain AYP Status

Greg Rivera — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 05:36:13 +0100

Under the No Child Left Behind Act, all public school campuses, districts, and the state are evaluated for "Adequate Yearly Progress" or "AYP". For 2009, all 69 Cypress-Fairbanks campuses were gauged and given "Met Adequate Yearly Progress" status by the Texas Education Agency on December 15th.

To meet eligibility for AYP, districts needed to exhibit 67 percent performance and 95 percent participation in TAKS Reading/English Language Arts; 58 percent performance and 95 percent participation in TAKS Mathematics; and a 70 percent graduation rate/90 percent attendance rate.

Towne Lake is proud to note that Cy-Fair I.S.D. scored 97 percent in English/Language Arts performance with 99 percent in participation and 92 percent in Math performance with 100 percent participation. Cy-Fair's graduation rate for the Class of 2008 was 86.4 percent.

Dr. Rayyan Amine, Senior Director of Campus Improvement and Research's response:

"We are very proud that 100 percent of our campuses met AYP for 2009 even though the standards from 2008 to 2009 increased 7 percent in Reading and 8 percent in Math. Our goal for 2010 is to sustain significant achievement as standards continue to rise by 6 percent in reading and 9 percent in math."

Towne Lake children can look forward to challenging curricula in an adaptive and dynamic school district for years to come!

First Annual Towne Lake Classic Car Show

Greg Rivera — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 23:17:58 +0100

WHEN:
JANUARY 30, 2010 (Rain Date January 31st)

TIME:
12:00 NOON TO 5:00PM Staging from 10:00am to 12 noon Judging from 3:00 pm to 4:00 pm $15.00 Registration Fee “Best in Show” and “People’s Choice” Trophies

WHERE:
Heritage at Towne Lake Lodge, Cypress, Texas (West Rd past Berry Center to Greenhouse to Toledo Bend)

WHY:
Raise money for Adult Community Activity Center

WHAT:
Lots of Classic Cars Food court, face painiting, moon walk, Cy Fair Fire Truck Hourly silent auction, baked goods area

CONTACT: Car Registration call Joe @ 281.728-5784 jincognito@cmsin.com Connie Chuisano @ 281.373.0970 cchuisano@amitx.com

Village Builders Receives Highest Ranking for Customer Satisfaction by JD Power and Associates

Greg Rivera — Wed, 23 Dec 2009 01:12:56 +0100

For more than three decades, the Village Builders name has been synonymous with quality craftsmanship, innovative design and excellence in customer service. It’s why JD Power and Associates has awarded Village Builders, in a tie, their highest ranking for customer satisfaction for homebuilders in Houston. But the real winner is you.

The study was based on 26,231 total responses in 24 markets, measuring 26 builders in Houston (Brazoria, Ft. Bend, Galveston, Harris and Montgomery Counties) and measures opinions of consumers who purchased a new home in 2008. Proprietary study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumers surveyed March-July 2009.

New Builders Call Towne Lake Home

Greg Rivera — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 21:44:02 +0100

Caldwell Companies’ Towne Lake development welcomes Trendmaker Homes and Newmark Homes to its already impressive lineup of builders. The 2,400-acre, custom-designed development is Houston’s only “community connected by water,” featuring a spectacular 300-acre lake that encourages an active, outdoors lifestyle.

Trendmaker is offering its ground-breaking “Living View Series” in select Towne Lake neighborhoods. This innovative new design concept features wide, elegant homes with expansive backyards and an eye toward family living.

“We are delighted with what is happening at Towne Lake,” said Will Holder, president of Trendmaker Homes. “The community offers amenities not found anywhere else in Houston. Our Living View Series homes will fit right into what people are looking for in Towne Lake.”

Newmark is building on 70- and 80-foot lots in Towne Lake, with prices ranging from $260,000 to $800,000 for waterfront homes.

Mike Moody, president and CEO of Newmark Homes, said Towne Lake was a logical choice for his company.

“Towne Lake is ideally located in the northwest Houston corridor and it has the most generous and unique amenity package in the greater Houston area,” he said.

Both Trendmaker and Newmark will have models available for viewing in January.

Cy-Fair I.S.D. Celebrates Computer Science

Daphne Hager — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 01:56:56 +0100

Towne Lake is proud to send its students to Cy-Fair I.S.D. schools, as the district is award-winning and dedicated to continuing education with innovative curricula. This week (December 6-12) marks National Computer Science Education Week by the U.S. House of Representatives.

The first full week in December was chosen to honor computer science education in honor of Grace Murray Hopper, a pioneer in the field who was born on December 9, 1906. Hopper engineered new programming languages and pioneered standards for computer systems, which laid the foundation for several advances in computer science from the late 1940s through the 1970s.

Denise Kubecka, CFISD's coordinator for secondary technology applications noted, "Computing is something that touches everyone’s life on a daily basis. As a result, more and more jobs have a connection to computer science. Being exposed to computer science education allows students to engage in critical and computational thinking—both which are necessary for success in any field in this digital age."

This week, the coordinator is asking CFISD's computer science educators to expose the rigorous features and activities of the district's computer science program, including a robotics contest that will take be taking place this weekend. In addition, this past November the district hosted a FIRST LEGO League qualifying tournament at Cypress Springs High School.

Technology is indeed what will continue to make the world go round in coming years, and it is a pleasure to witness Cy-Fair's children laying the technological foundations of the future through their learning experience.

Serenity Balances Activity for Active Adults at The Heritage

Daphne Hager — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 12:53:31 +0100

Stylish floor plans and beautiful homes reside in harmony with a festive and energetic calendar of recreational activities at the Heritage at Towne Lake community for adults “55 and better.”

“The residents at Heritage at Towne Lake are very active,” said Connie Webber Chuisano, On-Site Manager for the Heritage at Towne Lake.” They enjoy the safety and security of knowing their neighbors, as well as being a part of a unique community soon to be connected by water.”

The Heritage’s 13,000-square-foot Lodge clubhouse and recreation center serves as a focal point for resident life and activities. The $3 million-plus dollar facility features a "Living Room" in the main lobby, a Billiards/Card room, an Arts/Crafts room, a working Library with space for small meetings and events, and a spectacular Ballroom with elegant decor. The Fitness Room is equipped with state-of-the art resistance, cardio and weight equipment, as well as fitness classes specially tailored to Heritage residents’ needs.

“Many of our residents regularly visit the heated pool to watch the sun set over the lake,” Chuisano said. “They can also lounge in the whirlpool, work out in the resistance pool, or take a walk around the beautiful lake.”

The 2009 Heritage at Towne Lake social events calendar had something for everyone: fireworks on the Fourth of July, a Chili Cook-Off, ice cream socials, a Luau by the pool, and Oktoberfest. Regularly-scheduled recreational activities include bridge, Bunco, poker, Mahjongg, bingo, horse shoes and washers. On Friday evenings residents celebrate Game Night, which features an array of table games, mingling and friendly competition.

There will be several inaugural events at the Heritage in 2010, including a 1st Annual Car Show in January, and The Lodge's first New Year’s celebration and Birthday Party.

“We also hope to introduce several new fitness classes, such as Tai Chi and a dance class, to encourage our residents to have fun while exercising!” she said.

Take a look at enlightening YouTube videos and Heritage at Towne Lake homeowners’ testimonials throughout the site; and follow the fun on Facebook.com/TheHeritageatTowneLake, and Twitter @HeritageHouston.

Towne Lake’s Welcome Center is located at 9214 W. Bridgeport Pass Circle.

Hurry! MUD Tax Credit Promotion Ends Dec. 31

Administrator — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 06:00:00 +0100

Towne Lake and its top-quality builders are conducting a unique end-of-year promotion.

Just purchase a Towne Lake inventory home - and close before Dec. 31 - and you'll receive a credit equal to your 2010 MUD taxes. To learn more, visit the Towne Lake Welcome Center or call 281-256-2772.