Friendswood Development News

Children in the Lakes of Savannah have the benefit of an outstanding education at all levels. That's because students in elementary, junior high and high school attend the newest schools in the highly regarded Alvin Independent School District.

Fall was the official opening of Savannah Lakes Elementary located in the heart of the Lakes of Savannah community. Nolan Ryan Junior High, which also serves students in the community, opened just minutes away. And, Manvel High School, one of the Houston area's newest high schools, is where high school-age students prepare for their futures.

All of the facilities are considered state of the art and are staffed with experienced educators. Visitors to the community can learn more about the schools serving Lakes of Savannah and tour new models and view homes by Lennar, J. Patrick Homes and Brighton Homes. J. Patrick Homes and Brighton Homes have just opened new decorated models and are building in the newest neighborhoods in Lakes of Savannah.

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Friendswood Development Company recently donated $28,873 to the Lamar Educational Awards Foundation. Two Friendswood Development Company communities – Lakemont and Walnut Creek – are located in the Lamar CISD. The recent donation is equal to a nickel per square foot of property Lamar Consolidated Independent School District purchased in the Walnut Creek subdivision that will be the location for Cora Thomas Elementary, LCISD’s 20th elementary campus.“The work of the foundation is extremely important in helping the district and the teachers provide an outstanding education for the students” said John Hammond, president of Friendswood Development Company. “We’re very proud to be a part of the district’s growth and achievements.”

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The master-planned West Ranch community is known for its outstanding builders and location minutes from Interstate 45. However, it's the small-town surrounds of the charming city of Friendswood that continue to make the community so popular. Earning local and national accolades as an outstanding place to live and raise a family, Friendswood embodies a true small-town spirit that is evident in the activities and events that take place there.

Concerts in the park are a regular event in Friendswood's Stevenson Park, which is just minutes from West Ranch. The community also has active youth sports programs, from summer swimming to baseball and football. Schools at all levels continue to earn exemplary ratings, helping to prepare students for a bright future.

West Ranch, located on FM 518 close to FM 528, offers residents the opportunity to enjoy a small town and a new home from a top Houston builder - in a location that is close to key employment, medical and retail centers.

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