Bear Creek students learned real-life math lessons at Kroger

Senior tax relief is a real thing

An April 26 letter writer questioned whether there are property-tax freezes for seniors. They’re real. I’ve had mine frozen for five years. School taxes go up slightly. The key is to go to the county tax assessor’s office and fill out a form. No form, and your taxes keep going up.

In fact, I initially filed the form after paying my taxes and the county rebated the increase I had paid that year.

It would be nice of the Star-Telegram to remind seniors once a year of this benefit.

Jungus Jordan the better choice

On April 18, the Star-Telegram Editorial Board endorsed the Rev. Daryl Davis II to replace Jungus Jordan as Fort Worth 6th District councilman. (19A, “Fort Worth May 4 election: Here’s who we recommend for City Council”) The board’s reasons lead me to believe it is unaware of the good Jordan has done for his district, the genuine care and concern he has for those living there, and the valuable input and insights he brings to the City Council.

On the other hand, Davis has an association with the special interest group United Fort Worth. I am concerned that because of his ties with that group, he would value its needs and agenda above those of the people in District 6. I encourage those in the district to vote for Jungus Jordan.

Vote of confidence for Sabol

Amy Sabol is a councilwoman who listens to her constituents. She does not settle for mediocre and is focused on the future of Bedford. She supports quality business development and community redevelopment that will bring much-needed sales tax revenue to the city.

Before serving on the council, Amy was a small-business owner and served on multiple city boards, including the Building and Standards Commission and Community Affairs Commission. She also volunteered at Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital HEB for 15 years.

Amy is not afraid to ask the hard questions to get the necessary results for our city. She believes excellence demands commitment and is no doubt committed to the residents of Bedford.

To secure the future of our city, please join me in re-electing Amy Sabol to Bedford City Council.

Lessons learned at the grocery store

Once again, the Kroger grocery store on Keller Parkway in Keller has opened its doors to hordes of fifth-graders. I am so grateful to Kroger for allowing us the opportunity of sharing a real-life math lesson with our students.

Approximately 500 10- and 11-year-olds recently walked from Bear Creek Intermediate School to Kroger in groups of about 80. The children, working in small groups, collected as many groceries as possible while staying under $20. No paper and pencil or calculators were allowed — it was strictly mental math and estimation.

Our goal was for students to experience that math is a necessary skill. We had some great results, with groups reaching totals such as $19.54 and $20.42. We also had some not-so-great results, but it’s all part of the learning process. Thank you, Kroger, for your kindness and generosity.

Not right for our schools

I am certain Lisa Saucedo is a wonderful person and outstanding PTA participant, but I have never read what qualifies her to be elected to and serve on the Fort Worth Independent School District Board of Trustees.