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Did You Know?In November 1956, Comal County citizens approved the creation of the Comal County Rural High School District. In 1968, the district became the Comal Independent School. Based in New Braunfels, the district covers 589 square miles in five central Texas counties: Comal, Bexar, Hays, Kendall, and Guadalupe. Incorporated communities in the district include Bulverde, Garden Ridge, and portions of New Braunfels and Schertz. The unincorporated communities of Canyon Lake, Fischer, Sattler, Startzville, Spring Branch, and Timberwood Park also lie within the district. There are seven high schools, eight middle schools and twenty elementary schools.Contact me for historical events, people and places!baby racoon sighting as it tries to get into a trash can. No dogs are allowed as this is nature, as pure as it can be.A 12-year-old boy was asked the same question, and he replied “The cliff cause it is fun to jump off. It is fun to feel your stomach jump and then you hit the water. It is about twenty feet high above the water.”Yes, Krause Springs is unique. Texas’ natural beauty that surrounds the springs is complemented by small waterfalls that flow into the cool swimming hole. Their grove of Cypress trees is one of the few remainingsupport except for a few stipends from neighbors: Rev. August Engel (Cranes Mill), Albert Wunderlich (Potter’s Creek near Fischer), Adolph Schlameus (Herrera, Spring Branch, Fischer), Ferdinard Nehls Sr. (Solms), Carl Ohlrich (Smithson Valley), Rev. Louis C. Ervendberg (Orphan Home, Gruene area) and Anselm Eiband (Schoenthal).Jump to 1944 when the first Rural High School District (Sherwood Rural High School) was formed in northern part of the County by consolidating eight of the rural schools in the area. In 1945, the Bulverde Rural High School was formed by consolidating six rural schools. The Goodwin Rural High School was formed from seven rural schools in 1949. The final Comal Settlement Rural High School was formed from five rural schools in 1958. The remaining three of the 29 rural schools became part of New Braunfels Independent School District.Krause SpringsA Perfect Texas Hide-AwayBIy Connie McFall Clarkfound a great history article about Comal ISD by Alton J. Rahe dated December 2017 on the SophieNBurgMuseum & Archives website. According to Rahe, for German immigrants, schools were easier to form around the more populated towns. Not so much for those in the rural areas. Initially “the rural settlers were kept busy clearing the land, building shelters and planting crops. ‘Book learning’ was considered a luxury. Many of the settlers had a good education and soon realized that their children did not have the same opportunity in the rural setting. After a while, usually some respectable individual took on the responsibility of teaching children in his immediate surrounding during the approximate 1845 to 1868 time period.”Rahe continued by listing those dedicated teachers who received noConnie McFall Clarkspotlights historical and human interest stories from the area. www.conniecanwrite.comafter logging cleared the area many years ago. Fortunately, the Krause family has kept the trees protected since owning the property for more than 50 years. One of the trees is estimated to be more than 1,000 years old. Imagine the “witness” stories that tree could tell.Location: Spicewood, Texas Web site: krausesprings.net Phone: 830-693-4181Fun Things To Do In The AreaOBy Lou Dugganne hour’s drive north of SanAntonio there is the prefectswimming hole. Situated within a majestic grove of Cypress trees, Krause Springs is graced by 32 natural springs and a man-made pool. This rural Texas hide-a-way can be found just east of Marble Falls, near Spicewood. Swimming, rope swings, cliff water jumping, waterfalls, camping for tents and RVs, butterfly gardens, picnic tables, restrooms and showers, plus scenic views make for a great day-outing or a week- camping retreat.WBy Debbie Seguinords are powerful, but there are few words in life that feel like a bomb exploding.The word cancer is one of them. There are few difficulties in life that can compare with the monumental task of facing that word, fighting that word, surviving that word, overcoming that word. Only those who have experienced this battle can really attest to its steady and insidious toll; a “you had to be there” kind of experience that no one deserves nor is fully prepared for.But surviving this battle – tested warriors become mentors and heroes for those who have yet to fight. These heroes are to be honored for their bravery and tenacity in the face of overwhelming difficulties.We have many women in our own community who have faced this foe, fought this foe, conquered this foe and Highlights publications wants to honor your hero! If you are a breast cancer survivor or know someone who is, please submit a photoKids love it. When a 9-year-old boy was asked“What is your favorite part of the park,” he responded by saying “The water cause it’s fun to play in. It’s not too cold and not too hot. The swimming pool is cold.”There is a natural spring-fed pool that leads into a larger swimming area. The water is what you would expect from a spring, clear and refreshing. The pools offer a cool dip for Mom and Dad and a fun rope swing for the kids. Surrounded by a natural grove of Cypress trees, a picnic at Krause Springs is shaded bliss. And there is the occasionalwith a short summary of your experience in fighting and/or overcoming breast cancer. We hope that sharing these stories will inspire and encourage others who are experiencing breast cancer in their lives in our October issue which is Breast Cancer Awareness Month around the corner and to inspire others to take action in bringing awareness and support to help eradicate this enemy of those we love.Submit your stories and photos to:info@bsbhighlights.comby September 10, 2024.The Great Pupkin PetIBy Sally KalosCostume Contestt’s almost time to start thinking about your Halloween Costume this year! And don’t forget about your pet!Bulverde-Spring Branch Highlights invites you to send in a photo of your pet dressed to the nines for the spooky Halloween season! Whether you choose sweet, spooky or fun, we want to see your pet in his or her best Halloween garb!Submit your name, pet’s photo, pet’s name and a description of his or her costume to contest@bsbhighlights.com by September 10, 2024 along with your contact information, We will print the photos of our top selections in the October issue of Bulverde-Spring Branch Highlights, One grand prize winner will be selected and receive $50!Remember always make sure your pet is comfortable and safe when choosing a Halloweencostume! Themorecreative,the better!As though your pet isn’t cute enough already, just picture him or her in a Halloween costume! We can’t wait to see your Spiderpug, Superpup, Batcat, and more dressed up to enjoy Halloween!Submit your pet Halloween photo today!For more information, you can call (210) 548-6448.4www.bsbhighlights.comSeptember 2024