GENEROUS 2011 SPONSORS Much of what we are able to do as an Association is possible because of those who help sponsor special events.  Our ability to help fellow alumni, support our former home and hold reunions would not be possible without the generous contributions of these companies and individuals.  Please express your gratitude and support  Hole In One Sponsor - Third Year FIRST UNITED BANK OF AMARILLO Thank You Rodney Ruthart  Long Drive Contest Sponsor  MARVAIR - AirXcel Thank You Michael Rogers Tiger Hole Sponsor THE WAGGONERS TRUCKING Thank you Daniel Scroggs Second Year JAMES AVERY CRAFTSMEN Silent Auction Gift Card for Auction Fourth Year  WESTERN LEATHERCRAFT  Hand Made Boots for Auction ____________________________________ HOLE SPONSORS  George & Bettye Schmidt Jeff Mitchell Mark Embry Chis Bawcom Lamont & Frances Waldrip Bobby & Cindy Sarpalius Tom Alvarez Dean Sharp Cam Lindsey Michael Rogers Amy Brasher The Dillingham Family Karl Sarpalius Bill Sarpalius Tom Maynard 2012 Scheduled Alumni Gatherings Dallas - February 4 Memphis - March 17 San Antonio - March 24 Florida Gathering - April 7 Houston - April 21 Oklahoma City - May 26 Girlstown - June 9 New Mexico - July 7 Northern California - July 14 Southern California - July 21 Annual Reunion - August 31 - Sept 2 Atlantic  - October 13	OKLAHOMA CITY MAY 26   The next alumni Gathering is scheduled for Saturday, May 26th at Jonnie's Charcoal Broiler (6629 NW Expy) around Noon.  Bobby Lehew is coordinating this event and we have a separate room at the restaurant for our event.  We need to give them a count so if you can make the event, let us know: (cfbraa@sarpserv.com - (817) 788-8782 ). Reservation List	NEWS & NOTES BR & GT ALUMNI We will use this column to keep you informed about news, as we get it in Bobby's office (cfbraa@sarpserv.com), on what's going on with the alumni of Boys Ranch and Girlstown as well as happenings at Cal Farley's  If you have news to share, send it in.   2012 Dallas Gathering Pictures  Charles Mason drove down from OK to take pictures of the Dallas Gathering.  Check out the photos under "Galleries - 2012" above.  That you Charles for the memories. Board Meeting Notes The CFBRAA Board of Directors met at th Dallas Gathering on February 4th for a regularly scheduled Board Meeting.  All Standing Committee members were invited to participate in the meeting.  Under committee reports, the Annual Reunion Committee has requested feedback on whether or not to have a DJ/Band and dance at the Annual Reunion.  They were also interested in what entree's people might want.  The survey was taken at the Dallas Gathering.  If you would like to make a suggestion, email Bobby at cfbraa@sarpserv.com.   A special committee was appointed to look into how the Association might recognize distinguished staff members.  David Rodgers was named chairman of that committee.  Others appointed to the committee are:  Jimmie Boatwright, Lee Boroughs, Ron Hancock, Chuck Farrell and Tim Darnell.  BR Cross Country Wins State The Cal Farley's Cross Country is amassing quite a record, winning State again.  The Ranchers have qualified for the State meet for 10 straight years and have won the District crown for 30 consecutive years. 2012 Annual Reunion Committee: Under the leadership of Daniel Scroggs, the Annual Reunion Committee is already working on events for next year.  If you have suggesions or would like to help, contact Daniel at danielscroggs@att.net.  One additional event being planned for 2012 is a dance. Class Reunions: If you would like to have a class reunion for your Graduating Class at the 2012 Annual Reunion, contact Bobby Sarpalius to initiate plans for the celebration (cfbraa@sarpserv.com).  The Class of '67 will be celebrating their 45th reunion.  The following may want to plan a celebration:    50th class of '62     40th class of '72     30th class of '82     25th class of '87
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	Graduating Seniors On Sunday, May 13th, the Alumni Association met with the Senior Class of 2012 at the Dipple Center at BR.  Forty-four seniors will be graduating on June 2nd.  The seniors reflected the respect and character that speaks well of Cal Farley's and will commendable alumni. Sixteen members of the class expressed interest in participating in the Mentorship Program of the Association.  These young men and women will be matched with alumni in their new home towns to help them negotiate the obsticles of the "free world."  If you would like to help one of these graduates contact Bobb Sarpalius.  We will need mentors from the DFW area, Amarillo area, Colorado, Oklahoma City, College Station, Keenesburg Colorado, Clovis New Mexico and Canyon Lake Tx.  Gathering Recaps The two most recent Gatherings were held in Florida and Houston.  The Florida Gathering was held at the home of Michael and Cynthia Rogers.  This was an ideal setting for an alumni gathering and the Rogers' were incredibly gracious hosts.  The ribs were FANTASTIC!.  Six alumni and their families showed up for the evening we had a delightful time.  While there Michael was able to present Don Rafel with the plaque of appreciation for his service on the Board of Directors.  Arnold and Carol Bennett shared stories about working in the Arctic and losing his leg.  The Bobbys' (Shaw and Sarpalius) were both at the Ranch in the early 60's and shared war stories, and Chuck and Becky Farrell described the best job ever; living in Hawai and spending weeks flying to Austrailia and Tahati.  Bless their hearts.  Quite a contrast from his helicopter flights in Vietnam.  This first Florida gathering was just what the gatherings are all about...building and strengthening family ties.    Two weeks later we gathered in Houston at the Ragin Cajun.  The setting was not what we had anticipated and the 30 plus folks who attended didn't get to "gather" the was we had hoped.  It turned out that the room we were given was actually one end of the "Oyster Bar."  We had a good time, but it will be better next year.  Glendon Hill and George Grant were the old-timers at this event, along with Pat Morgan.  She shared a story about how Jack Morgan's dad had played ball with Cal Farley on the Amarillo Gassers.  Glenn Patchen was their with his family, including their 1 month old son.  John and Maryann Hill dropped by.  Rob Waldrup and David Elsasser made this their third Houston Gathering.  Casy Kerr and Tiffiny Rodrigues were there from Girlstown along with Jesse and Sandy Pape.  Paul Easter, Bobby Sarpalius and Ron Brightwell were also present with their wives.  It was a crowded good time with the commitment that "it will be even better next year."