
Katy Magazine – Dec/Jan 2017
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Katy Magazine’s People of the Year
Katy Magazine recognizes 10 individuals who have given back to the community during 2016
Katy’s HolyBatman
The city’s Dark Knight is spreading light to children, and even adults. Katy’s own winged crusader shares some insight on what it’s like to be him
Katy’s Top Models
Models don’t just line in Milan, Paris, or New York. There are stunning and talented models who were raised or live right here in Katy
Prodigies of the Piano
Two young Katy boys, Arthus Zhou and Bryant Li, are striking a chord in the paino world, even at Carnegie Hall
Miss Teen Bollywood
Avid volunteer and Seven Lakes High School student, Vaishnavi Gandhi, accepts a Bollywood crown
Brandon Makovy
Former Taylor High School math teacher and baseball coach has moved from the classroom to L.A. as a professional actor
Heritage Grand Tappers
Cinco Ranch seniors tap their way to fitness and fun
Changing One Young Life at a Time
Young Life, a non-profit organization, commits to helping Katy teens through friendship and faith
Nicole Wensel
Katy’s own actor, director, producer, and writer seeks to change the film industry from the inside out
Miraculous Love
When Tompkins High School teacher Lesli Horne Hessel was in a life-threatening car accident two weeks before her wedding, she became determined to survive and marry the love of her life
Staying In Love As Parents
Transitioning from life as a couple to life as a busy family cane be the most joyful time of life as well as the most challenging
Katy Magazine’s New Year’s Eve Party Guide
The countdown to New Year’s Eve in Katy and Houston has begun. Check out Katy Magazine’s best places to say goodbye to 2016 and hello to 2017
A Hero From The Sky
Staff Sergeant Clifford “Dylan” Crwford was honored as the Air Force Times Airman of the Year for his bravery and heroism
Room Accents By Style
Perfect pieces to help accessorize your style
From the Heart
Area organizations that offer love, support, and an opportunity to give back to the Katy community prove that a helping hand can have the greatest impact on the life of a person in need
Fashion
20 handbags Katy ladies will want this season
Kids and Fun
Exploring Katy, Texas through Pokémon GO
Katy Mills Classroom
Simon Youth Acadeny is helping decrease Katy ISD’s already low dropout rate by offering at-risk high school students a familiar place to complete their diploma
School and Student Snapshots
Teachers and students share their school spirit photos
Keeping Katy ISD Safe
Katy ISD’s finest are out in our community protecting the students, staff, and even parents
Bonnie Holland
Beloved member and Katy school namesake has mastered the art of education by making a lasting impact on students and faculty throughout Katy ISD
Just Jeff
Taylor High School principal and career educator, Jeff Stocks, utilizes social media and banjo playing skills to connect with students
Hormone Havoc
Five ways your hormones might be messing with you
Fight to Survive
From being born with a broken collarbone to being diagnosed with cancer at age 21 and given seven days to live, Katyite Johnny Johnson shares how he defied the odds
Ask the Katy Experts
Your medical and aesthetic questions answered by local professionals
Family Health Bulletins
Health-related news tidbits for Katy families
Parent Talk
Katy parents share tips on common topics we all face
Good News
Nothing but good news from Katy area residents, organizations, and businesses
Notes and News Katy Magazine
Tidbits from the Katy community
Doctors’ Showcase
Katy medical providers
Katy Specialty Showcase
Katy area companies providing expert services
Letters
Reader feedback, emails, and notes from our Katy proud community
Confessions of a Katy Parent
Read these funny confessions from Katy parents
Scouting News
We love our scouts
Ribbon Cuttings
Katy Magazine extends a warm welcome to the following businesses in the Katy area
Hot Topic
Katy parents discuss their feelings on mothers breastfeeding in public, uncovered
The Real Taylor Thi
With a brand new music video, “The Real Me,” out and an EP on the horizon, this Seven Lakes High School senior is headed for stardom
Steakhouse Dining at Its Finest
Seasoned to perfection and finessed to pure foodie heaven, these local steakhouses offer up platters you can sink your teeth into
The Cardiff Family
With over 116 years of Katy pride, the Cardiffs reflect on what Katy used to be like and how it has evolved to the city it is today
Winter Funderland
Your guide to magical winter fun in Katy and Houston this season
The Mav Scientist
Robert French, at Morton Ranch Elementary, takes science to a whole new level
Seen in Katy Magazine
Scenes from local Katy events
School Scoop
News from Katy area schools
Wedding Spotlight
Featuring Katy Texas couple Alex Jennings and Kati Hewitt
Welcome Katy Babies
Birth announcements for some of Katy’s newest arrivals
Celebrity Brush
Katyites’ encounters with the famous
Teacher Confessions
Teachers share a few funny anecdotes from the classroom