June 2016

Thomas Jefferson High School Lasso Alumni Association, Inc.

June 20, 2017

A GREAT BIG THANK YOU ………to all who supported, attended or contributed in some way to the success of our

9th Annual Social and Fundraiser at Chris Madrid’s Celebrating our 10th Anniversary of the TJHS Lasso Alumni Association

Our Social was a HUGE success all because of you!

First and foremost, we would like to thank Diana Madrid and Chris Madrid’s staff for supporting and hosting our Fundraiser for all these years. A special THANK YOU to the founding members of the Lasso Alumni Association because without their passion and perseverance, we wouldn’t be here today. To the 24 New Lasso Alumni Association members and most especially to our newest lifetime member, Nancy Ehrlich Ozuna who funded a special scholarship in her sister’s name, Jo Ann Ehrlich Dickinson, founding member and first treasurer. All who attended had fun renewing friendships, reminiscing, socializing and remembering those who impacted the Lassos and their traditions. We had 10 great raffle prizes that were awarded to the following winners; Gina Leonard, Connie Turner for Carrera Optical, Joe and Marilyn Flores, Vic York, Anthony Bomba, Ozuna Family, Peggy Kondoff, Ozuna Family, Susie Mendoza and Adelfa Reyna. With your contributions, we will be able to;

Award 5 college scholarships in the amount of $1500 each Award financial assistance for the incoming Lassos that qualify Purchase new full uniforms Pay for 13 girls camp cost Supply Lasso ropes and more…

Thank you to all for helping every girl realize

her Lasso dream!

Liz Macias Herrera ’79 and Beth Smith ’75 Fundraising/Special Events Co-Chairs

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LAA 9th Annual Chris Madrid Social and Fundraiser

On the beautiful evening of April 5, 2017 Lasso Alumni members and supporters gathered to socialize and honor the founding sisters of the Lasso Alumni Association. The Association was formed in 2007 by a group of visionaries whose goal was to revitalize the Lasso organization by providing financial support for young girls with the dream of becoming a Lasso. Ten years later the LAA has grown stronger through your support and participation. We had a record turnout! Everyone enjoyed the food, camaraderie and extras like the Picture Frame Booth for fun snapshots. We had wonderful sponsors who provided fabu-lous raffle prizes. Our special thanks to Chris Madrid’s for their continued support! We thank everyone who attended and made this an ex-tra special event!

We honored the late Jo Ann Ehrlich Dickinson as she was LAA’s first Treasurer and Lifetime member.

Jo Ann Ehrlich Dickinson’s Mother and Sisters honored us with their presence. In addition, the family donated $1,500 to establish a scholarship in Jo Ann’s memory.

Thank you to some of the LAA’s Founding Sisters! Pictured from left to right below are: Susie Hollingsworth ‘72, Marilyn Pfeiffer ‘73, Leticia Van de Putte’73, Barbara McDowell ‘73 and Diana Sharp Everett ‘73.

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Above Left: Lassos of the 1990s. Above Right: Lassos of the 1980s. Left: Lassos of the 1970s.

Right: Lassos of the 1960s. Below: Lassos 2016-2017 Thank you Ladies for helping with the Social and Fundraiser! Everyone enjoyed your presence as we do it all for you !

WE APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT !! THE 2017 BIG GIVE CAMPAIGN

THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS GIFTS!

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The LAA would like to give a Big Thank You to everyone who donated during the Big Give. Because of your generosity we raised over $4,000 that will be used to help the current Lassos with uniforms, camp, competi-tions and scholarships. Donations came from across Texas and even as far away as New York. Several families gave in honor of their deceased loved ones. Donation amounts ranged from $5-$300. Next year please reach out to your fellow Lasso supporters and remind them how easy it is to donate to the Big Give. Every donation is greatly appreciated!

Nancy York

Elizabeth Wells

Sandra Deitchle

Susan Ruiz

Carolyn Taylor

Phillip Andry

Yvonne Donel

Annabelle Garcia

Shirley Wills

Ruth Pina

Christina S. Garcia

Pat Moss

Linda Lieck

Sarah E. Butler

Linda Grimm

Rebecca B. Torres

Dee Ann Solorzano

Victor York

Jennifer Hernandez

Alberto Garcia

Henry P. Van de Putte Jr

Theresa Mazuca-Garcia

Cynthia San Miguel

Alfredo Donel Jr

Diane M. Gomez

Cynthia F. Valverde

Robert G. Carrera - Carrera Optical

Katherine E De Los Santos

Letina T. Morales

Larry E. Thorne

Deborah A. Oliva

Laura H. Volluz

Priscilla Ingle

Victoria S. Kennedy

June M. Parish

Terri Flores-Lopez

Rosana M. Johnson

Gloria A. Liu

Dr. David J. Cohen

John F Sutherland

Annie Sierra

Nancy Martinez

Melissa Y. Martinez

Cynthia A. Garcia

Elizabeth A. Herrera

Diana R. Saldivar

Dina Petrutsas

David C. Stone

Betty Humphris

Beth Smith

Beth Guastella

Rosanne Valenzuela

Melina Pantoja

Terry L. Eggleston

Cindy A. Hughes

Fred Richards

Adelfa Reyna

Andrea Gonzales

CHUCKWAGON AND LASSO SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Thank you LAA Members and Supporters for your contributions which allowed us to proudly award deserving Lasso Seniors with $1,500 scholarships at Chuckwagon on May 18th: Yaileen (Upper Left) - 1st recipient of the Jo Ann Ehrlich Dickinson scholarship April (Upper Right)- recipient of the Jack Long scholarship Takoda (Left)- recipient of the Constance Douglas scholarship Brandi (Bottom Left)-- recipient of $1,500 scholarship Yamilex (Bottom Right) - recipient of $1,500 scholarship

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LASSO SENIOR BANQUET

SPAGHETTI WAREHOUSE

Lassos, Family and LAA board members gathered together to recognize the Senior Lassos at the annual Senior Banquet. Brittany Dawn Lasso ‘12 was the guest speaker and inspired the Lassos with her story of academic success and credited being a Lasso as part of the foundation for her success. Melanie Davis brought back the tradition of awarding merit badges and presented them to her Lasso team. The LAA gifted Seniors with Lasso pendants and an one year membership to LAA. Pat and James Moss presented everyone with DVDs of the Las-sos’ 2016-2017 year. The Banquet was a special event! Please see our Facebook page for more details and pictures!

Thank You, Melanie Davis– Lasso Sponsor Extradonaire!!

The Lasso Alumni Association would like to extend our sincerest thanks to Melanie Davis, Lasso Sponsor and Lasso Sister 1993. Melanie has been the Lasso Sponsor for the past 3 years and has done a wonderful job guiding, teaching and renewing the Lasso spirit and traditions for the TJHS Lassos. We will miss you dearly Melanie! We wish you continued success and happiness as you pursue your Master’s Degree! We look forward to seeing you at our future Lasso Alumni Socials and Events!

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Upcoming Social Event

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The Lasso Alumni Association welcomes our new members!

Our New Lifetime Members:

Carolyn Bingham Annabelle Garcia

Linda Grimm Cheryl Korbell Nancy Ochoa

Carmen Reyher Julie Saurage

Linda & Larry Thorne

Our New or Renewed Members from April and May 2017:

Barbara Brigance Kay Ely Holly Foley Norma Garcia Cookie Gehring Sonia Gomez Patricia Hardy

Christina Garcia- Hinojosa Sabrah Hoffman Maria Ingle Bertie Juarez Susan Larssen

Judy Lopez Mary Lopez Minerva Lozano Sylvia Montemayor Sue Potter Robin Raquet Sandra Rodriguez Diana Taylor Rosanne Valenzuela Donna Walker Cindy Waterhouse Susan Goodwill

Our membership dues provide Lassos with additional support to participate in Lasso activities and events.

Annual LAA dues (Jan.—Dec.) are $40 for Alumni and $25 for Non-Alumni. Lifetime Membership is only $250 There are several ways to join. You can access the application on our website at:

www.lassos.org and pay your dues via PayPal or print and complete the application on the

next page and mail to LAA with your check payment .

The Lasso Prayer Song

We students of old Jefferson, behind our Mustangs stand. They always fight with all their might for our old school so grand. We love you dear old Jefferson and we love our Mustangs too.

We’ll always stand beside you, in whatever you may do.

We students of old Jefferson, behind our coaches stand. They always help our TEAMS to win their games across the land.

We’re proud of dear old Jefferson, and of our coaches too. We’ll do our best to cheer them on and bring those Mustangs

through.

We students of old Jefferson, behind our honor stand. We love the Red, we love the Blue, we love our school so grand.

We’ll fight for dear old Jefferson and never let her down. Of all the schools in all the world, NO FINER WILL BE FOUND!

J-J-J-E-F-F. H-H-H-I-G-H. J-E-F-F H-I-G-H. JEFF!!!

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Thomas Jefferson High School Lasso Alumni Association, Inc.

Membership Application

Return application and dues to:

TJHS Lasso Alumni Association, Inc. PO Box 690184

San Antonio, TX 78269 lassoalum@yahoo.com

www.lassos.org

Date: _________________ Please Mark Applicable Membership:

New Member Renewal Former Lasso $40/year (Jan. thru Dec.) Non-Lasso (non-voting) $25/year Lifetime Member $250 Other Donation: $______________________ for ________________________ Method of payment: Check Cash

Make checks payable to: TJHS Lasso Alumni Association, Inc. or pay online at www.lassos.org Please complete the following information:

Last Name: _______________________ First Name: _________________________

Mi: ____ Maiden Name (if applicable):__________________________________

Birthday: Month______ Day_______

Class Year: ____________ Officer: No Yes (if yes) _______________________

Address: _____________________________________________ Apt #___________

City: _________________________________ State _____ Zip __________________

Phone: (Home) ______ -______-_________ (Cell) ______-_______-_________

Email: _______________________________________________________________

Favorite Lasso Memory:__________________________________________________

Please send general correspondence to: lassoalum@yahoo.com

The TJHS Lasso Alumni Assoc is a 501(c)3 non-profit. Consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of your donation.

2017 LAA CALENDAR OF EVENTS

July *Summer Camp Lunch at Jefferson August 2 *Social at Ajuua Restaurant August Ice Cream Social at Jefferson September *Alumni Football Game – Alamo Stadium October 18 *Boots, Birdie & Bogey Golf Tournament November Tommy Bowl & Homecoming – Alamo Stadium December 3 Annual Meeting & Christmas Social

*Volunteer Opportunities

Stay on top of the latest events and volunteer opportunities by liking us on Facebook at TJHS Lasso Alumni Association and visiting our web page, lassos.org!

Contact us at lassoalum@yahoo.com for more information.

2017 LASSO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OFFICERS AND BOARD MEMBERS:

OFFICERS: President: Nancy Craft Andry – ‘74 President-Elect: Terry Mazuca-Garcia – ‘76 Secretary: Ruth Garza Pina – ‘75 Treasurer: Linda Rodriguez Lieck – ‘71 COMMITTEE BOARD MEMBERS: Terry Mazuca-Garcia ’76 Big Give, Foundations, Yahoo Account Manager Shirley Wills Carroll ’69 Website/Communications Nancy Graham York ’65 Fiesta Medal Sales Beth Smith ’75 Fundraising/Special Events Liz Macias Herrera ’79 Fundraising/Special Events Melina Pantoja Lopez ’84 Holiday Party Chair Nancy Craft Andry ’74 Lasso Liaison/Archives Priscilla Ingle ’76 Membership (Annual and Lifetime) Pat Schroeder Moss ’67 Merchandise Sales Yvonne Luna Donel ’79 Public Relations/Invitations/Newsletters Joe-Beth Kirkpatrick ’71 Roping/Reunions Susan Schott Ruiz ‘75 Scholarships (*New) Annabelle San Miguel Garcia ’78 Social Media/Facebook/Twitter (*New) Note: Beth Bender Wells will continue to design the LAA Fiesta medal.

2017 LASSO ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OFFICERS, BOARD MEMBERS AND GUEST.