Business of the Month March 2019
Pictured (L-R) are: Jose Gonzalez, Cotulla La Salle County Chamber of Commerce President, Kaycee Martinez, General Manager, Alex Garcia and Estella (Ellie) Gonzales
Lyndon B. Johnson statue to be unveiled, Cotulla, Texas
In 1928 Lyndon Johnson came to teach at Welhausen School in Cotulla, Texas, a small farming and ranching community about halfway between San Antonio and Laredo. His assignment was to teach 5th, 6th, and 7th graders at the school, which was segregated for the Mexican-American population of Cotulla.
Johnson established long-lasting friendships with his Mexican-American students and empathized with the socioeconomic problems they faced. He had enormous energy, a great capacity for work, the initiative to create projects for his students, and the ability to persuade others to assist with those projects. He brought strict discipline into his classroom and organized his young students to participate in debate, declamation, spelling bees, and physical education — opportunities they had never had before.
As a tribute to his legacy, a life-size bronze depiction of Johnson as a schoolteacher will be unveiled. This magnificent work of art is the creation of renown sculptor and artist, Armando Hinojosa. Hinojosa’s former projects include the “Tejano Monument” at the Texas Capitol grounds; “Double Eagles”, Sea World in San Antonio; “Among Friends, there are no Borders”, Laredo International Airport; and Veterans Monument in Laredo among others.
Saturday, April 13, 2019. • Welhausen School
Meet and Greet / Tours start at 9:30 am
Unveiling Ceremony: 11:00 am
The "Race For Seis" is complete!
For the 6th consecutive year, Mariachi Cotuleño successfully defended their title, earning a 1st place to retain the 3A T.A.M.E. State Mariachi Title!
On Friday, February 8th, Mariachi Cotuleño competed at the Texas Association of Mariachi Educators State Mariachi Finals in San Antonio, TX at Palo Alto College. They were one of five schools in the 2A/3A division which included: San Diego HS, Ben Bolt-Palito Blanco HS, Mathis HS, and Falfurrias HS.
The group put a terrific performance full of energy, passion, and pride earning them top honors as the 6-time State Champions. Their musical selections were: Es Bonito Zacatecas, Popurri de Danzones (Ixtapa, En Tu Pelo, and Como Quien Pierde Una Estrella), and Que Bonito Es Esta Vida.
Performing members are: (Violins) San Juanita Vazquez, Brittney Gonzales, Emily Arenas, Jadrian Rodriguez, and Marina Hernandez, (Trumpets) Brandyn Ramirez and Ethan Flores, (Guitarron) Linda Castillo and Joseph Martinez, (Vihuelas) Javier Sanchez and Alexia Miranda, (Guitars) Josue Perez, James Carrizales, Madison Perales, Aracei Deleon, and Marco Linares. Vocalist throughout the show are: Marco Linares, Joseph Martinez, Jadrian Rodrigues, San Juanita Vazquez, and Alexia Miranda.
A big thank you to the CHS and CISD staff and administration, parents, family and friends, the community of Cotulla, and La Salle County for all your support of Mariachi Cotuleño!
Mariachi Cotuleño is under the direction of Francisco C. Ramirez Jr., with consultant Elio Ramirez Jr., along with Director of Bands, Jaime Martinez and Middle School Director, Marleni Garcia-Ramirez.
Mariachi Cotuleño, 6 time State Mariachi Title Finalists
Business of the Month February 2019
Cotulla Chamber of Commerce has chosen Boa Luta Academy as the Business of the Month for February 2019.
Boa Luta Academy started offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and self-defense classes in Cotulla at the Learning Center, formerly the old Newman Cafeteria, January 18th, 2018. In a little over a year they've had students compete and medal in tournaments in Corpus Christi, San Antonio, Round Rock, Spring Branch, Cedar Park and Las Vegas.
On February 17th, they'll be taking 9 of their students from right here in Cotulla to compete at the IBJJF Pan Kids Championship held in Long Beach, California.
Head Instructors, Jose Gonzalez, Cotulla High School Class of '99, and his wife Jennifer Gonzalez, say they're teaching their students how to be good people with a focus on respect and discipline. Students start as early as age 4 and go on through adults with classes 4 times a week. For more information give them a call at (210) 201-2371 or visit www.boalutaacademy.com
Business of the Month January 2019
Candlewood Suites. They are located at 547 Las Palmas Blvd. in Cotulla. They have extended stays with a fully equipped kitchen with all utensils and cooking needs. They have been mainly catering to the oil field business in the area. They also have a relaxing pool and great workout room for the clientele.
Chamber President Jose Gonzalez presents plaque to Manager Idalia Escamilla
