Friendswood TX
January 29, 2007
Friendswood Texas has long been a community with solid leadership, great values, and a warm atmosphere. The fantastic city spirit and top rated schools has led to the population doubling in size every census count since 1960. The town now has just a little over 30,000 people living within the community. The city of Friendswood is situated 4 miles West of Interstate I-45 on the outskirts of southeast Houston and is home to thousands of NASA employees, plant workers, and Houston commuters. Within 20-30 minutes, residents can visit 3 major sport complexes, Houston museums, the Houston Zoo, theatres, NASA, Kemah Boardwalk, Galveston beaches and much more.
If you are looking for a top rated school district, then Friendswood TX is the place to raise your children. There is a strong respect for the Friendswood Independent School District, with teachers, parents, and the community heavily committed to being the best in academics, sports, and communications. Friendswoods academic decathlon team has won numerous awards, along with the football team, band, soccer, baseball, basketball, and cheerleading squad. Friendswood High School and staff members strive for their students to have the greatest teenage years available with Junior/Senior Prom and Project graduation being over the top!
Community activities is what brings a town to get to know one another. During the winter holidays, Friendswood puts on a wonderful parade and winter light show. During the summer months, there is a different band every Thursday playing at Stevenson Park for the community to enjoy. This really draws a large crowd! Children have activities such as the Annual Punt and Pass competition, Kidfish event, and summer camp to participate in. Citizens of the age of 55 and up are welcome to join the many activities planned on a weekly basis by the city. The programs for seniors include exercise classes, dance lessons, bridge night, Bible study, Tai Chi and fun day trips to different local events and activities.
When thinking of a place to live, definitely consider Friendswood TX real estate as an option. One visit to this growing, vibrant, and conveniently located community and you too will want to call it home. Friendswood TX MLS
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