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Boca Beaches Recycle Half a Ton of Recyclables with 4ocean By: Kathryn Hubbard
Ex-Boca police chief named head of PBC School District cops
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FAU Student’s Boating App Wins Business Plan Competition
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Five FAU Players Named to All-C-USA Team; Mykhailenko Wins Co-Golden Boot Award
Earlier this week, during the Boca Raton City Council meeting, Council Member Monica Mayotte gave an update on the pilot program for recycling on the beaches. Last fall, Mayotte started a pilot program to improve recycling efforts on the beaches of Boca Raton. The City Council staff collaborated with the local for-profit organization, 4ocean to provide recycling bins on the beaches. “The 4ocean bins were added to our selection of garbage pails on our beaches,” said Mayotte. “The pails were added to Silver Palm Park, South Beach Pavilion, Red Reef Park and Spanish River Park.” Continued on Page 8
Boca Raton Tribune Awarded Certificate of Congratulations by Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners The Boca Raton Tribune was presented a Certificate of Congratulations by Vice Mayor Robert Weinroth for celebrating not only its 500th edition but also its 11th year publishing local news, on April 12. “The Boca Raton Tribune has been a leading free source of local news in the Boca Raton area since 2010 and has always taken pride in being 100 percent community-oriented, providing “news that matters” to the residents of Boca Raton,” reads the certificate. Vice Mayor Robert Winroth presented the certificate to Douglas, Dini, and Pedro Heizer, the founders of the newspaper on April 12 at the Boca Raton Tribune offices. “Family-owned and operated, the publication boasts an array of columnists and writers who have deep ties to the city,” added the Certificate. “We are very proud of receiving this certificate from the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners,” said Douglas Heizer, the Publisher of the newspaper. Continued on Page 3
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• The Boca Raton Tribune was presented a Certificate of Congratulations by Vice Mayor Robert Weinroth for celebrating not only its 500th edition but also its 11th year publishing local news, on April 12.”The Boca Raton Tribune has been a leading free source of local news in the Boca Raton area since 2010 and has always taken pride in being 100 percent community-oriented, providing “news that matters” to the residents of Boca Raton,” reads the certificate. • Dan Alexander, former chief of police in Boca Raton for more than 13 years, has been promoted to a similar position with the Palm Beach County School District Police, according to a news release from Superintendent Donald E. Fennoy II. • Palm Beach State College nursing student Ophanise Gelin is a winner in a national contest for her heartfelt essay about a professor who encouraged her during the pandemic. Gelin and Associate Professor Stephanie Little, the subject of her essay, each will receive a $1,000 prize. The Scott Wright Student Essay Contest is open to students at community and technical colleges that are members of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. Gelin and two other winners will be recognized during NISOD’s virtual conference April 28-30. • Bernard Harrigan, a Palm Beach State College student and Army veteran who is fulfilling his longtime dream of higher education, is among only 20 students and the only one in Florida selected for the All-USA Academic Team. • When Abdulwhab “Abe” Shremo Msdi arrived in the United States, he was in search of hope and a purpose. • He had freshly escaped the death and destruction of civil war in his home country of Syria with a singular goal: to advance his education and make a difference in the lives of others. Six years later, he’s achieved that goal in a big way. • Earlier this week, during the Boca Raton City Council meeting, Council Member Monica Mayotte gave an update on the pilot pro-
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gram for recycling on the beaches. Last fall, Mayotte started a pilot program to improve recycling efforts on the beaches of Boca Raton. The City Council staff collaborated with the local for-profit organization, 4ocean to provide recycling bins on the beaches. • The Boca Bash is set to take place at Lake Boca Raton on April 25 following its cancellation last year due to COVID-19. “We have a lot of making up to do! We are back in action for 2021!” said The Boca Bash’s Facebook page. “Thanks to Governor DeSantis there are no longer waterway restrictions. Book your boats and tell your friends!” • More than $139,500 was raised in raffle ticket sales to benefit 31 local children’s charities through the Boca West Children’s Foundation’s (BWCF) annual raffle program. The winners were announced during a Facebook Live event on April 1 during which Arthur Adler, chairman of BWCF, and Matthew Linderman, CCM, President and COO of Boca West Country Club, drew the winning names.
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• The Boca Raton philanthropist who gifted Florida Atlantic University with the lead funding to build an on-campus residence for the school’s president has just made her second seven-figure gift to Boca Raton Regional Hospital’s “Keeping the Promise” campaign, bringing her overall donation to $7.5 million.
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• Last Friday, HB 673, Gail’s Law, by Representative Emily Slosberg (D-Boca Raton) passed out of the House Judiciary Committee with unanimous, bipartisan support. Gail’s Law would require the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to create and maintain a statewide system for tracking sexual assault evidence kits from the point of collection through the criminal justice process. The tracking system would be accessible to survivors of sexual assault, giving them the option of opting-in for updates on the status of the evidence in their case. Currently, 30 states and Washington D.C. have implemented a statewide database for tracking sexual assault kits.
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COMMUNITY Ex-Boca police chief named head Boca Raton Tribune Awarded Certificate of Congratulations of PBC School District cops by Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners
By: Dale King Dan Alexander, former chief of police in Boca Raton for more than 13 years, has been promoted to a similar position with the Palm Beach County School District Police, according to a news release from Superintendent Donald E. Fennoy II. Alexander, who left Boca PD to become deputy chief of law enforcement for the county’s school system, will take over the lead job April 30, following the resignation of Chief Frank Kitzerow, who will leave the department at the end of the month. Boca’s former top cop joined the School District Police in December 2019 after serving as chief in Boca and previously as police chief in Cape Coral for four years. His career in law enforcement spans more than 32 years. Since joining school police, Alexander has leveraged his expertise to expand and develop numerous safety initiatives. “Over the past few years, we have developed a nationally-recognized school safety program for Palm Beach County,” he said. “I look forward to continuing to work alongside the great employees of this department to accomplish our mission of keeping every school safe, every day.” Fennoy said that through his work with the School District Police department, Alexander has been instrumental in developing various technology solutions to include real-time command, video integration, asset management, panic alarms, professional standards, project management and scheduling. He is also credited with refining internal remote communication strategies to include a virtual roll call program. Alexander is also central to work involv-
ing the development of strategies to manage the growth of the School District Police Department following the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland, particularly in the areas of planning, project management, policies, procedures, personnel development, process refinements and performance accountability. “During his tenure as the second-incommand with School District Police, I witnessed firsthand, Deputy Chief Alexander’s inclusive and progressive leadership style and his core belief that there is no greater responsibility or honor than protecting, serving and supporting our students,” Fennoy said. “I have complete confidence that through his integrity, professionalism, and highly-specialized brand of school-based policing, our campuses will remain a safe environment for student wellness and education to flourish.” Alexander began his tenure as Boca Raton police chief in 2006 following the resignation of Andrew Scott. He was succeeded as chief of the Boca department by Michele Miuccio. She served as interim chief for five months until the promotion became official on April 27, 2020. Kitzerow has a 40-year career in law enforcement. He became the district’s police chief in July 2018 after running Jupiter’s police department for 13 years. “During my tenure, I have achieved the innovative g oals that I set for school safety and security,” Kitzerow said in his letter of resignation. “All of this progress, and my confidence in the team presently in place, were very instrumental in my decision to take on new challenges outside of the district.”
The Boca Raton Tribune was presented a Certificate of Congratulations by Vice Mayor Robert Weinroth for celebrating not only its 500th edition but also its 11th year publishing local news, on April 12. “The Boca Raton Tribune has been a leading free source of local news in the Boca Raton area since 2010 and has always taken pride in being 100 percent community-oriented, providing “news that matters” to the residents of Boca Raton,” reads the certificate. Vice Mayor Robert Winroth presented the certificate to Douglas, Dini, and Pedro Heizer, the founders of the newspaper on April 12 at the Boca Raton Tribune offices.
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“Family-owned and operated, the publication boasts an array of columnists and writers who have deep ties to the city,” added the Certificate. “We are very proud of receiving this certificate from the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners,” said Douglas Heizer, the Publisher of the newspaper. “We truly pride ourselves in being the leading source of authentic local news in Boca Raton as the only true local newspaper in the area since 2010.” The Boca Raton Tribune has won three Independent Free Papers of America Awards, as well as the prestigious Community Newspapers of Florida Milton and Bernice Beckerman Award for community service.
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PBSC Nursing Student’s Essay Wins National Award Palm Beach State College nursing student Ophanise Gelin is a winner in a national contest for her heartfelt essay about a professor who encouraged her during the pandemic. Gelin and Associate Professor Stephanie Little, the subject of her essay, each will receive a $1,000 prize. The Scott Wright Student Essay Contest is open to students at community and technical colleges that are members of the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. Gelin and two other winners will be recognized during NISOD’s virtual conference April 28-30. “I wrote the essay about Professor Little because she was very nice, and she extended herself to me at a time where I honestly wanted to give up. It was rough,” Gelin said, noting her concerns about the disruptions COVID-19 caused last fall in securing clinical rotation opportunities at area hospitals. “I could recall having a mentor meeting with Professor Little one day and telling her how stressed out I was about the lack of clinical experience I had thus far,” Gelin wrote. “She allowed me to express my frustration and then let me know there will be obstacles in life and to overcome them I must remain focused and have a strong determination. She said I would get the proper training eventually.” Little also told Gelin that the pandemic was beyond her control. “She reminded me that I was not in this alone and that she was there if I need her. Some may not see the significance of her words, but they meant the world to me,” Gelin continued in her essay. The pep talks and show of concern were the motivation Gelin, a first-generation college student, needed as she and the world grappled with COVID 19’s disruptions to everyday life. She had dreamed of becoming a nurse since she was 11 years old, even before her family moved to the
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United States from Haiti. Gelin graduated from Boynton Beach High School in 2005, but her father became ill and died that year without seeing her cross the stage. With his death and other challenges facing her family, she put off college and went to work instead. However, as the oldest of three children, she felt she owed it to her family to return to school to fulfill her childhood dream and become the first in her family to graduate. COVID-19 created challenges she did not expect. “I could clearly remember going into the third semester of nursing school, freaking out because of a lack of clinical experience and honestly wanting to give up when I met a God-sent angel,’’ she wrote. Gelin, whose younger sister also is in the nursing program, is doing clinicals this term, has passed her HESI exit exam and is set to graduate in May. She said she never expected to win the essay contest, but she felt compelled to write about Little. “When I won I was shocked,’’ she said. Little, a PBSC alumna who also works per diem in the labor and delivery unit at Palms West Hospital, said the support and accessibility she provided Gelin is what she strives to give all of her students. She became a full-time professor in January 2020 after teaching as an adjunct instructor since 2016. She is completing her doctorate degree in nursing at Florida Atlantic University, so as a student herself she understands the desire to have easy accessibility to professors. Today’s technology allows her to provide that for her students. Little, who taught Gelin in the fall, had received the information about the essay contest during her new faculty experience. She shared it with students but was not expecting students to write about her. “I was floored that one of my students won, and she was talking about me. It’s very reaffirming that I’m doing a good job,’’ Little said.
Boca, Delray dining spots take part in county-wide restaurant relief fund By: Dale King Soon after COVID-19 lockdowns became a way of life last year around the world, and particularly in South Florida, restaurateur Rodney Mayo attended a meeting of Palm Beach County Commissioners and described the virus’ impact on his business. He stood at the microphone in the chamber and tried to hold back his sorrow and hurt. But he couldn’t. Choking back bitter tears, he told county lawmakers that he had to lay off 650 employees because of coronavirus shutdowns and cutbacks. The sadness was palpable within the room. But when Taylor Morgan saw a video of his tearful recitation, she thought: “Isn’t there a restaurant relief fund that can help him?” She tried to locate one, and quickly discovered there aren’t any. Anywhere. So, the self-described foodie, former radio personality in New England and West Palm Beach who has been selling LocalDines discount restaurant coupons for 19 years, decided to start one. In October 2020, Taylor launched her latest project, QuenchTime, which she, along with a couple of partners, developed as a direct result of the pandemic. Anyone who loves to go out and eat “can pay a low monthly subscription fee and are treated to free drinks whenever they dine at participating restaurants,” she said. “Restaurants receive advertising at no cost.” A portion of the membership sales are donated to the QuenchTime Restaurant Relief Fund. Altogether, 85 restaurants – many in Boca Raton, Delray Beach and all over the county -have signed up to offer the special deal to diners thirsty for a good time and a good libation on the house. While the fundraising organization is just a few months old and has yet to make a major contribution to a needy dining spot, it just scored its first “first.” “We were able to make our first donation to help [a restaurant manager] who was in an accident which resulted in a traumatic brain injury.” “We don’t have a lot of money in the restaurant relief fund now,” she said. “But we were able to make a donation of $100 to the GoFundMe account that his co-workers set up to help with mounting medical bills and future therapy.” “That made me feel good,” she said with typical Taylor exuberance, a trait she said she inherited from her outspoken talk show dad, famed Boston radio host Jerry Williams. “And I can’t wait to really make an impact some day in the future,” she added during an interview at Saquella Café in Boca Raton’s Royal Palm Place, one of the select 85 on the relief fund roster.
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Other locals include Le Sorelle in Boca and Delray, Kapow! Noodle Bar in Boca and West Palm Beach, Renzo’s, Fries to Caviar, Patio Tapas and Beer, Chez Marie French Bistro, Tucci’s Pizza, Dubliner and the Boca Beach House in Boca Raton. In addition, Dada, Wood and Fire and Las Catrinas in Delray Beach. Taylor said she hopes to increase the list of participating restaurants to 200 in Palm Beach County. After that, the woman who calls herself a “serial entrepreneur” plans to move on to the Treasure Coast, Broward County, Miami-Dade – in fact, “all of South Florida.” A singles membership in QuenchTime costs $9.99 a month; for couples, $19.99 a month. “Just show your QuenchTime membership card and restaurant partners will buy you a drink,” she explained. “Membership cards can be used unlimited times during the month. After using it just one time, members can save more than the membership costs.” Consumers can save up to $24 every time they dine out and enjoy a beer, wine or cocktail, she said. For restaurants, “QuenchTime provides marketing and exposure at no cost.” “The program is designed to help restaurant owners in the short and long term. Short term by filling seats with desirable guests who enjoy a cocktail or bottle of wine with their meal. The Restaurant Relief Fund will provide financial assistance to restaurant owners and their employees in times of crisis.” QuenchTime donations to restaurants aren’t just COVID-driven. Dining spots can seek help after hurricane closings, illnesses and other work stoppages that affect their bottom line. Owners of QuenchTime are: Ron Spoehel, co-founder/chairman and former CFO of NASA, appointed by President George W. Bush and who served in the Obama administration as well. Bruce Caprara, co-founder, with 30-plus years in restaurant management and ownership. Taylor Morgan, co-founder/president. One of two daughters of Jerry Williams, who lit up the phone lines at WBZ and WRKO in Boston and other broadcast centers during a 50-year career, Taylor and her mom, Therese, opened Sprinkles Ice Cream Shop in Palm Beach in 1986. She sold her interest in Sprinkles to her sister Andrea and followed her father’s footsteps into broadcasting at age 27. After 14 years of working on air as a disc jockey in New England and South Florida, she decided to produce a talk show about the South Florida restaurant scene – thus, marrying her love of restaurants with her love of broadcasting. “Readers can log onto: www.quenchtime.com for information,” she said. “Even if they don’t decide to join as a paid member, they are still welcome to use QuenchTime as a resource to find places to dine. Community
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Thriving Pharmacy Student Who Left War-Torn Syria Earns Gregory Outstanding Graduate Award When Abdulwhab “Abe” Shremo Msdi arrived in the United States, he was in search of hope and a purpose. He had freshly escaped the death and destruction of civil war in his home country of Syria with a singular goal: to advance his education and make a difference in the lives of others. Six years later, he’s achieved that goal in a big way. On May 1, he will graduate from the Lloyd L. Gregory School of Pharmacy with his Doctor of Pharmacy degree, and he recently received the Gregory Outstanding Graduate Award. The award recognizes a graduate in the top 10 percent of the class who has demonstrated a continual devotion to faith and the desire to integrate faith in the practice of pharmacy. It is accompanied by a $10,000 check and the expectation the recipient will practice pharmacy for the glor y of God. Msdi plans to continue his education by pursuing postgraduate residencies with the long-term goal of conducting clinical research.
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Msdi said that when he began in PBA’s undergraduate medicinal and biological chemistry program, he had a limited grasp of English and a low GPA. He wasn’t as ready as all of the other students, and he didn’t know what courses to take. At the suggestion of Director of Pharmacy Admissions Lucas Whittaker, he took the Pharmacy College Admission Test (PCAT). His high scores advanced him to graduate-level courses. “They walked me through everything,” he said of GSOP staff and faculty. “They gave me the chance to excel that no other school was going to give me.” J o s e p h Greg or y, Dr. Jeff Gregory, Gregory Outstanding Gradu a t e Awa r d recipient Abdulwhab “Abe” Shremo Msdi, Joan Gregory and Dr. John Gregory pose for a photo in Gregor y Hall after Msdi was surprised with the award.And excel he did. His determination and natural curiosity also led him to be the first Atlantis Schol-
arship recipient. Four members of the Gregory family – Joe, Jeff, John and Joan – surprised Msdi with the award during a small ceremony in Gregory Hall. “We love what is being done here because we love the Lord Jesus Christ,” Jeff Gregory said. “It causes us to engage in the world in a particular way.” The uprooted Msdi found more than a high-quality education as he went to classes, went to chapel and volunteered in the community.
“They walked me through everything,” he said of GSOP staff and faculty. “They gave me the chance to excel that no other school was going to give me.” “What makes it special – you feel like you have a family,” Msdi said. “I was just coming from Syria. I needed this connection. Everyone calls you by name from the first day.” During his second year of pharmacy school, he volunteered to support summer camps and Sunday school at St. Peter, Seal of the Martyrs Coptic Orthodox Church. Through those experiences, he found the spirituality and peace that had been missing from his
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life, he wrote in his essay to be considered for the award. Dr. Jeff Gregory presents the Gregory Outstanding Graduate Award to Abdulwhab “Abe” Shremo Msdi. The award comes with a $10,000 check and an expectation that the recipient will practice pharmacy for the glory of God. Msdi made it a higher priority to get involved in the community after he realized that it was about more than fulfilling his personal interests. He said he had an especially meaningful experience helping children read at Urban Youth Impact, a nonprofit that helps inner-city youth by providing afterschool programs. His other volunteer experiences included visiting the elderly residents of Lourdes-Noreen McKeen Residence and setting up a booth at the GSOP health fair to educate people about the opioid crisis and risks of addiction. He concluded his essay: “Sometimes we become overwhelmed with our goals and desires to lead a successful and happy life. Meanwhile, we lose track of what it truly means to live a fulfilling life. Having faith, helping others and giving back without expecting anything in return is what I feel is missing for most people … I hope that my journey through faith can stand as a testament to others that you can endure even the toughest roads in life when you have God.”
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EDITORIAL By: C. Ron Allen
It Only Takes One Dedicated Mentor to Shape a Child’s Future ‘The children are our future.’ We often say those words, but what if a child takes a wrong turn in life, becomes ensnared in crime, drug-addiction or suicide and selfdestruction? If children are truly our future, then we adults owe them a helping hand in shaping it. We can do so through mentoring. As a children’s advocate and founder of the KOP Mentoring Network here in Palm Beach County, I believe every young person needs a caring adult mentor to provide encouragement and support to succeed in school and in life. Many of us have the power to truly impact their future by simply showing up as a caring friend and mentor. We have seen the benefits of mentoring in addressing our schools’ graduation rates, which, have been increasing in recent years here in South Florida and
across the nation. In what can only be described as good news, the Palm Beach County School District again has a graduation rate that has outperformed other large school districts in Florida. More public-school students are graduating than ever as the district’s graduation rate rose from 90 percent in 2017 to 91.7 percent in 2018. The improvement is due in part to adult volunteers who have come forward to help poorly performing students stay on track academically. Nationally, onethird of all high schools provide mentors to their students, which amounts to one in 10 high school students, according to an U.S. Department of Education analysis. The study showed “some significant evidence” that suggests programs that provide high school students adult volunteers may
help students stay in school. At KOP Mentoring Network, we see the fruits of mentoring in our Oratorical, STRE2AM2, and Wealth Building and Entrepreneurship programs. Some of our students come from homes that have incarcerated parents or guardians. Without intervention these children are more likely to follow that same path. While our mentors help build student academic skills, the underlying theme for us is making our students see that someone cares enough to be there and expects the best from them. Our mentors are ordinar y people who serve as advisers and teachers. They are motivators and role models, who believe in the students we work with. We see the potential and work hard in helping students get to where they want to go. The youngsters participating in the KOP Monitoring Net-
work are less likely to use drugs and alcohol and less likely to skip school. They are more confident in their academic performance, and they are better able to get along with their families. In short, our mentors are making a difference, a real impact in the lives of the youngsters they serve. The children are our future, but to quote another well-known adage about the har vest being plentiful but the laborers are few. There are still far too many of our young people who lack the support and the tools to succeed in school and in life. Despite the best efforts of the many men and women who serve as mentors and the agencies that support them, much more can be accomplished with the help of more dedicated volunteers. It only takes one caring mentor to shape a child’s future.
By: Dr. Synesio Lyra
Never Despise a Good Idea! It has been suggested that “the ultimate adventure on earth is the adventure of ideas.” Whether they come from you, or originate from somebody else, give heed to new ideas and never despise them, unless they are out of harmony with reality and morality. Good ideas always serve a beneficial purpose; ideas that turn out to be illegitimate will gradually die a certain death! Nevertheless, whether they flourish or vanish, ideas inevitably have consequences, be they immediate or distant, good or bad, depending on their nature! Never kill any idea which may April 23 - April 29, 2021
advance, or be revised, to serve a good purpose. Like roads or rivers, ideas also merge with other ideas. What may be small at first, and appear insignificant to you, may be joined by other insights added, which will give shape and meaning to the original thought. For this reason, author Alex Osborn commented: “Every idea should elicit receptivity, if not praise. Even if no good, it should at least call for encouragement to keep trying.” You can welcome what others share, while not despising your own creative conceptions. I strongly believe that ideas are for sharing; by this means
they can acquire new, significant characteristics as they expand. Your part should be to give ears to the ideas of others as well as total attention to your own. With respect to the latter, you alone can give feet and wings to ideas percolating in your own mind. Allow time for those ideas to mature! Don’t dismiss too quickly an idea you may not like, or one you may find impractical at first. Keep it alive, think through it further, and see it re-emerge in better shape, pointing and leading to something worth implementing. Keep in mind, as already stat-
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ed, that an idea or action may be quickly forgotten, but the results of either may affect not only your immediate environment or current era, but entire generations, whether for good or for ill over a prolonged time! You and every human, are furnished all the tools needed to face any challenge, to confront any situation, to develop any seminal idea, to succeed in any endeavor. But once you have any of these, be sure to follow sound instructions as to ensure the results you seek! The outcome should positively affect people both for now and for new generations to come!
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More Trash Talk from Palm Beach County Commissioner Robert Weinroth For the better part of the last year, our community has been focused on the impacts wrought by “the pandemic.” With over 525,000 Americans lost to this disease, we must be grateful to the scientists who mapped the DNA of this new virus and produced several effective vaccines to fight its spread. Notwithstanding the frustration many of our residents have expressed at the pace of rolling out the vaccines, we can be proud of the progress made and the likelihood that by the Fall, this will be in our rearview mirror. That being said, I am going to pivot away from the pandemic and use the majority of this month’s space to refocus on a much more mundane part of life in south Florida, garbage. As I have mentioned before, one of the responsibilities assigned to the Board of County Commissioners is to oversee the Solid Waste Authority of Palm Beach County. This year, my colleagues, again, elected me chair of the SWA. I guess that makes me King of Trash! And so I feel it’s important for me to provide an overview of the operations of this essential government agency. The Solid Waste Authority is responsible for providing an economical and environmentally conscious Integrated Solid Waste Management System for Palm Beach County. With approximately 400 employees, the SWA provides solid waste disposal and recycling services and programs to the county’s 1.5 million residents and businesses and also provides solid waste and recycling collection services to the residents and businesses in unincorporated Palm Beach County through private haulers. The mission of the SWA is to manage the materials discarded by the residents and businesses of Palm Beach County in a manner consistent with its legislative mandate, applicable local, state and federal ordinances, regulations and laws. The SWA has built an award-winning integrated system of facilities that combines recycling, renewable energy and land filling to effectively manage the county’s waste. The SWA’s system includes two waste-to-energy facilities, landfills, a materials recycling facility, a biosolids processing facility, seven household hazardous waste collection facilities and a network of six
transfer stations. The programs developed and implemented by the SWA are designed to integrate solid waste transportation, processing, recycling, resource recovery and disposal technologies, protect the environment, achieve the state’s 75 percent recycling and waste reduction goal and inform the public about solid waste management issues. Recycling is supported by a continuing educational program to help residents understand how and what to recycle. Many well-meaning residents do not recycle effectively causing the recycle stream to be contaminated thus increasing costs to the county. The SWA provides business with Waste Reviews so they can better manage their garbage and recyclables. Residents need to understand that unless the materials are properly separated, its value is diminished. One simple behavioral change is to refrain from placing contaminated materials (e.g., pizza boxes) in with the recyclables. It is also important to realize that materials placed at the curb (e.g. cardboard boxes) that have not been cut down to fit in the yellow bin will not be recycled. Inasmuch as we convert waste to energy, it is better to place an item of questionable recycling value into the garbage my philosophy is, “When in doubt, throw it out!” The SWA Waste-to-Energy facility reduces the volume of waste disposed in the landfill while producing clean energy from household garbage. According to the EPA, WTE plants are a “clean, reliable, renewable source of energy” that generate electricity “with less environmental impact than almost any other source of electricity.” In fact, WTE plants improve air quality by decreasing the consumption of fossil fuels such as oil, coal and natural gas. Additionally, the SWA uses landfill gas, which consists primarily of methane, as a renewable energy source to produce clean energy as an alternative to fossil fuels. Even though hurricane season is months away, preparing now can help minimize property damage and make our communities safer. The Solid Waste Authority strongly encourages residents to implement a year-round yard maintenance program.
Advice for the Arrogant A study cited in the prestigious business periodical, Wall Street Journal, found people holding positions of authority, such as managers, tend to dismiss others’ advice when making decisions. The extensive research also showed, though not very surprising, that these leaders’ final judgments were frequently less accurate than they would have been if they had considered the advice available to them. The reason for their reluctance to accept counsel, according to the authors of the workplace study, was overconfidence in their own judgment, a trait often known as arrogance. “No one is as smart as I am,” they believe. In other instances, some business and professional people in leadership roles are reluctant to ask others for counsel or help, fearing they might be regarded as “weak” or inadequate to fulfill their appointed responsibilities. They feel they must be in control. Have you ever met people like this? Interestingly, this study also discovered that women were more likely to take advice than men. It seems that men, as they climb the corporate ladder and become more powerful, grow in arrogance and self-assurance. Confidence is good – we all need it to pursue our goals and responsibilities effectively. However, overconfidence often results in disastrous self-reliance, even recklessness. Perhaps many women intuitively know what men are more inclined to forget: That a wise person still listens to advice. However, we do not require strong intuition to understand the need to consult others for advice and wisdom on key decisions. The Bible affirms this repeatedly. Here are some examples: The peril of plunging ahead. “I have
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made up my mind. Do not confuse me with the facts!” Sometimes we take this approach to decision-making, determined to do what we want, the way we want to do it, even though employees, coworkers and peers might advise us to do otherwise. Proverbs 12:15 describes this scenario: “The way of a fool seems right to him, but a wise man listens to advice.” The problem of acting in isolation. Pride is a problem we all struggle with, in one way or another. Often it is pride that insists we have no need for the support or assistance of others. Unfortunately, this can result in failure, even disaster. This is why Ecclesiastes 4:10-11 makes this observation: “If one falls down, his friend can help him up. But pity the man who falls and has no one to help him up! Also, if two lie down together, they will keep warm. But how can one keep warm alone?” The prize of trusting in others. When we consult others for advice, they might not always tell us what we want to hear. But different perspectives, as well as hearing alternatives solutions to the problems we must address, could bring about far better results. “For lack of guidance a nation falls, but many advisers make victory sure” (Proverbs 11:14). “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed” (Proverbs 15:22). The power of working in shared mission. There is strength in numbers, the adage reminds us, and there truly is great value in working with others, sharing talents and experiences for a common goal. “And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together…but let us encourage one another…” (Hebrews 10:24-25).
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A ‘Surreal’ fashion show By: Olivia Dols The fashion show’s title is ‘Surreal’ to show what the fashion industry has gone through in the past year, especially with COVID-19. ‘Surreal’ is the second virtual fashion to take place at Lynn University since COVID-19. “I believe [the theme] was a mixture of the pandemic and seeing where fashion designers are going with social distancing and the catwalk,” said Traya Johnson, co-director and model committee chairperson. “We thought it would be a good idea to go with surreal because everything is changing.” The fashion show this year has become more noticeable within different communities. Using technology, the fashion show will be made with various technologies such
as virtual mapping and BEEM holograms in partnership with the College of Communication and Design. “The fashion show is going to have all these great components of hologram technology, 3D mapping, videography, and with some great designers,” said Burnstine. “This type of fashion show has not been done before, so it is very exciting to be a part of it.” The virtual show is significant for many people. This year is a little different, but since the virtual fashion show was so popular last year, it has become a tradition. “The audience should expect nothing that they have ever seen before,” said Bella Bourgery, model and member of the casting and modeling committee. “The show is extremely different and has never been done before, so just be excited and surprised.”
Boca Beaches Recycle Half a Ton of Recyclables with 4ocean By: Kathryn Hubbard Earlier this week, during the Boca Raton City Council meeting, Council Member Monica Mayotte gave an update on the pilot program for recycling on the beaches. Last fall, Mayotte started a pilot program to improve recycling efforts on the beaches of Boca Raton. The City Council staff collaborated with the local for-profit organization, 4ocean to provide recycling bins on the beaches. “The 4ocean bins were added to our selection of garbage pails on our beaches,” said Mayotte. “The pails were added to Silver Palm Park, South Beach Pavilion, Red Reef Park and Spanish River Park.” The 4ocean bins were picked up on a weekly basis and were taken back to their facility to sort the materials.
4ocean then reported back to the City Council and stated how many materials and what kinds were in the bins. Mayotte gave a three month report from Dec. of 2020 to Feb. of this year. “In those three months, we collected over a half a ton of recyclable materials,” said Mayotte. “We had a recycling rate of over 80 percent.” While most of the material in the bins were recyclable, some material collected was not. The most common material that was not recyclable were wrappers, plastic bags and number six solo cups. Mayotte then presented a twinthe-bin product that would best show beach-goers how to properly separate their trash from recyclable items. “ I a m h o p i n g t h a t we c a n make this better by being specific about what we want to see in our recyclables,” said Mayotte.
Boca’s Boating & Beach Bash is Back with a New Name By: Megan Mandatta Formerly The Boating & Beach Bash, “Beep Beep Bash” is set to take place on May 1 at Countess de Hoernle Park in the Spanish River Atlantic Complex. The event begins at 9 a.m. showcasing street performers, surprises, and a plethora of entertainment options and is free for all attendees. “It’s a very joyful experience and it really touches your heart,” said Deanna Pardo, an excited attendee, and planning committee member of this event to The Sun Sentinel. “It’s just awesome and especially after such a tough year for everyone.”
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Typically, there are boats at this event, but that is not in the works for this year, hence the name change. “We are looking to have the same type of energy and the same celebratory feel that we have had with the previous 12 bashes,” American Disabilities Foundation Managing Director Liz Schmidt said to The Sun Sentinel. “We want to show our disabled community that we are still here for them and that we love them are care for them.” T his year’s Beep Beep Bash will follow CDC guidelines to ensure the safety of all par tici p a n t s a n d t h e r e i s a n e x p e c te d r a n g e o f 3 0 0 - 5 0 0 g u e s t s.
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New Ways Families With Kids Can Go Green Having kids can mean having a lot of stuff, not all of which is made from ecofriendly materials. However, if you’re like many parents, you want your children to have a clean, healthy planet to live in when they grow up. Going green while parenting might sound challenging, but it’s definitely not impossible. These tips and insights can help get you started: Reusable Food Packaging With a little creativity, you can ditch the plastic utensils, baggies and singleuse beverage containers at lunchtime. To substantially reduce your family’s plastic waste, switch to organic, reusable lunchboxes featuring partitions and tightly-fitting, leak-proof lids. Keep kids hydrated with easy-to-clean stainless steel water bottles or thermoses. Finally, rethink the types of products you buy most often. Rather than opting for snacks pre-packed in singleserving plastic, instead buy favorite items in bulk and wrap smaller portions in reusable,
compostable wrapping. Eco-Friendly Play Some of your children’s favorite toy brands are already going green, making it easy to make playtime eco-friendly. One example of a leader in the industry is electronic learning toy company VTech, which is committed to sustainability and has plans to replace its fossil-based blister packaging with plant-based alternatives in 99% of its electronic learning products by 2025. Ad-
ditionally, the brand is launching a variety of green electronic learning products later this year as part of its commitment to replace fossil-based plastics with sustainable alternatives by 2030. New eco-friendly toy options from VTech include the Sort & Recycle Rideon Truck, which not only highlights the importance of protecting the environment through play, but is made of 90% reclaimed plastic, as well as three new vehicles in the popular Go! Go! Smart Wheels line, all made of 85% plant-based plastic. Its LeapFrog line will include the Choppin’ Fun Learning Pot with food pieces made of 85% plant-based plastic while two new wooden toys, Touch & Learn Nature ABC Board and Interactive Wooden Animal Puzzle, will include wood from responsiblymanaged forests certified by Forest Stewardship Council. The brand’s partnership with TerraCycle also provides an easy way for consumers
to recycle its electronic learning products. To learn more about VTech’s sustainability efforts, visit vtechcares.com. Composting Composting is a simple way to reduce waste and teach children about how they can positively impact the environment. Start by setting up a compost bin and work with your children to identify ingredients that can be added to it. A good compost recipe includes materials such as dry leaves, household waste like vegetable scraps, coffee grounds and eggshells, and a layer of soil. Add some water and watch as science comes to life. Kids will love seeing their compost turn to soil over time and allowing them to be hands on throughout the process teaches them the concept of recycling in a realistic and relatable way. With a few simple tweaks, parents can make choices that better protect the environment, while setting a great example for kids.
Teachers and Their Students Remain Resilient Amidst the Pandemic Throughout this past year, teachers have been tasked with conducting hybrid or fully remote learning while guiding students through a global pandemic and nationwide social injustices. Amid such challenges, teachers have developed unique ways to stay resilient, while also driving engagement for students. One program in particular, The Lead4Change Student Leadership Program, provides free leadership curriculum along with opportunities for students to pilot service-learning projects through collaboration, critical thinking, problem-solving and reflection. Teachers are using tools like this program to encourage students in making an impact in their local communities. Treena Edwards, a teacher at Lithia Springs High School in Lithia Springs, Ga., explained how Lead4Change allowed her to gain a greater connection with her students. “When I got back to school and discovered there were some students who were homeless, without food and clothes, and hurting emotionally, it opened my eyes that I needed to do what I could to make a difference,” says Edwards. “Our high school is a Title I school where a large majority of the student population is on free or reduced lunch. We have a food bank located in the school to help those students. Ever since the pandemic began, it’s been low on supplies.” To support their community, Edwards’ students created a food drive to Plus
increase donations to local food banks. At Grassfield High School in Chesapeake, Va., teacher David Thaw explained the whirlwind of teaching during the pandemic and how he ultimately rose to the challenge and learned from his students. “Most of us felt like we were jumping out of a plane and hoped our parachute would work when pulled,” says Thaw. “But what happened was amazing. As much grace I showed my students, they showed me an equal amount of grace and more.” Among the many instructional obstacles of the past year, Education Week
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their community, despite the challenges the pandemic posed.” This program has allowed educators to reinforce students’ immense potential to make a difference on important issues facing their communities. “We are inundated with research reports advising Gen Z students are clueless about societal concerns,” explains Kenia Brown, a teacher at Plantation Middle School in Plantation, Fla. “I found just the opposite. Students were very aware of current events and civic mindedness and thanks to Lead4Change, I actually feel much better about the direction of society.” Brown’s students formed the “Motivational Mondays” team, which promoted positive interpersonal communication within their community by spreading words of kindness on Mondays. The students’ efforts were awarded by Lead4Change as one of the grand prize-winning teams of the Lead4Change Challenge, earning a $10,000 grant for the nonprofit of their choice. However, the students’ impact on the local community and leadership skills acquired were rewards in of themselves. For more information about the Lead4Change Student Leadership Program, visit lead4change.org. During one of the most challenging years in recent history, teachers and students are remaining resilient and driving positive change by being leaders in community service. April 23 - April 29, 2021
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Andy Thomson Runs Against Trash while running. He has also identified 224 safety improvements, such as fixing potholes, within the city. “The number one pieces of trash are water bottles and the second-most items are PPE such as gloves and masks,” said Thomson. “You can see the crosswalks going 30-40 miles per hour in the car, but when you jog you notice more road problems up close.” In the next few months as the pan-
By: Kathryn Hubbard In 2021, City Council member Andy Thomson has made it his goal to run all 475 miles of Boca Raton to collaborate with legislators on ideas to make the city cleaner. Thomson’s Run the City initiative idea began on New Year’s Day in 2019. He made a resolution to exercise more frequently. On Thomson’s first day of the new resolution, he began running to the You Fit Gym near the Town Center and noticed pieces of trash on the sidewalk. The next day at the gym, Thomson asked the front desk for a plastic bag and he began picking up trash on his run home. Thomson began jogging three to four times a week while collecting trash. Earlier this year, Thomson made a goal to run all 475 miles of Boca Raton while collecting trash. “If I broke down my runs into an equivalent of a 5k by running three to four times a week, I would complete my 475-mile goal by the end of this year,” said Thomson. “As of April 16, I have ran 119.48 miles and picked up 284.64 pounds of trash.” Back in February, Thomson introduced the proposal shortly after picking up trash as he jogged the streets in Boca Raton. Prior to the law, the city had a $50 fine for littering. This new law imposes a $250 fine for littering COVID-19 protective equipment. The City Council voted 5-0 in favor of the new law and became the first city in the state to impose a fine for littering protective equipment. Community
Earlier this year, Thomson made a goal to run all 475 miles of Boca Raton while collecting trash
Thomson also began working with Palm Beach County on measures to impose fines for littering PPE. Thomson is also working with representatives from Boca Raton in the state legislature for a potential law.
Since Thomson started his initiative, the biggest change he has noticed are the different kinds of trash and a different perspective of pedestrian walkways. Since the law passed in Boca Raton, Thomson has also noticed fewer masks on the ground
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demic gets under control, Thomson plans to have mobile office hours in different neighborhoods with three to four people present. He also is partnering with Boca Regional Hospital, Boca Raton Innovation Campus and the Boca Raton Historical Society to collect trash in the city. “Recently, we had fifty volunteers with Christ Fellowship Church,” said Thomson. “We walked seventeen miles and picked up eighty pounds of trash.” In just four months, Andy Thomson has made a tremendous impact on Boca Raton by making the city cleaner and safer for residents. For more information, visit www.andythomson.com/run-the-city. April 23 - April 29, 2021
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Jewish Federation Community Does Paternal Health Status In Mosquitoes Influence Maternal Volunteers Celebrated Good Deeds Day Offspring Results? Scientists at University of Florida Insti- ty males and females. Then, adult male and tute of Food and Agricultural Sciences are female mosquitoes were paired for mating one step closer to learning the factors that to produce offspring for the experiment. “A key takeaway to the findings shows ultimately lead to characteristic differences in mosquito offspring – a key takeaway that parental larval diet in mosquitoes rein the make-up of mosquito species and a sults in different allocation of resources in critical finding in the continued research of offspring of parents depending on the nutritional condition of their mate. Maternal mosquito-borne illnesses. “There are greater than 3,000 mosqui- effects mostly influenced the number of to species around the world, and they are eggs produced by females as well as their the most dangerous animal on the planet,” lipid investment of the eggs,” said Alto. Alto explains that females make unconsaid Barry Alto, a UF/IFAS associate professor of entomology at the Florida Medi- scious physiological decisions determining the allocation cal Entomoloof nutrients gy Laboratory to their offand a co-auspring during thor on a new reproduction. study. “The The content reason is beof the eggs cause they includes varycause human ing levels of illnesses and nutrients. The deaths attriba m ou nt of utable to the nutrients in pathogens the eggs repthey transmit resents the feranging from male investmalaria and fiment, which larial parasites ultimately can to viruses.” influence offIn the latspring health est study, “Paand developternal and mament. Durternal effects ing the exin a mosquiperiment, to: A bridge for life history in transition” published in researchers observed that as female mosthe Journal of Insect Physiology, research- quitoes mated with males fed high-quality ers Kylie Zirbel Yanchula, lead author and a diets, they invested higher amounts of nuUF/IFAS doctoral graduate, and Alto used trients to their offspring. “Through a series of experimental tests the yellow fever mosquito, known scientifically as Aedes aegypti, to take a fundamen- that involved nutritional treatments to deter mine whether tal look at the biolmate quality directogy of this species. ly influences reproSpecifically, they “There are greater than 3,000 ductive allocation asked whether the by mosquito mothquality of the mosmosquito species around the ers, we demonstrate quito mate influencworld, and they are the most that when low quales reproductive allofemale moscation of resources dangerous animal on the planet,” ity quitos’ mate with such as macronutrihigh quality males, ents (lipids and prothey invest highteins) to their offer amounts of lipid nutrients, to their offspring. “To what extent do the health condi- spring,” added Alto. Lipids are a source of energy for the tions (quality) of parents, parental effect, have on an offspring’s success,” said Al- mosquito larval. Lipids can be a determinto. “We address this question using a mod- ing factor to the offspring’s survival. Studel system of a mosquito, disentangling the ies on the biology of mosquitoes yield inrelative importance of maternal (mom) and sights into strategies to exploit mosquito biology for purposes of controlling mospaternal (dad) effects on offspring.” In this study, the researchers used the quitoes and the pathogens they transmit. In future studies, Alto would like to offspring of mosquitoes collected in 2012 from the Florida Keys to establish a colony track the allocation of resources to eggs that has been maintained in a lab insecta- of female mosquitoes during their entire ry at the UF/IFAS research center in Vero lifespan and determine whether paternal Beach. From that colony, the mosquitoes nutrients influence hormone regulation in were raised in low and high-quality nutri- female mosquitoes. “Hormone regulation is closely linked ent environments meaning they were fed on diets that consisted of high and low nutri- to reproduction and so it is a natural protion to produce high quality and low-quali- gression in the research,” said Alto. April 23 - April 29, 2021
More than 200 community volunteers one month. Nearly 50 Federation volunteers in representing the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Jewish Volunteer Center, partnership with Sea Turtle Adventures Jewish Teen Initiative, Israel Program Cen- cleaned a local beach, sorted trash and ter and Jewish Community Relations Coun- prepared sea turtle nests to help promote cil joined millions of people around the their conservation. Community members world to celebrate the global day of ser- also sorted and organized school supplies, and prepared teachvice event known ers’ online shopping as Good Deeds Day for 60 Title on Sunday, April 11, “In a year when so many people orders 1 schools in Palm 2021. Service projBeach County. Volects held throughare faced with food insecurity unteers also donatout the county inand are in tremendous need, ed toiletries, socks, cluded packing and scarves, plants and gleaning food for the commitment and kindness cards of kindness to local families, sortof our dedicated community include in care packing school supplies ages for Holocaust for children, a beach has made a powerful impact,” survivors who live cleanup and assemin the Palm Beaches. bling care packages “In a year when for Holocaust survivors. This year’s Good Deeds Day wel- so many people are faced with food insecucomed the greatest number of Jewish Fed- rity and are in tremendous need, the comeration community volunteers since the mitment and kindness of our dedicated community has made a powerful impact,” launch of the annual event in 2007. Throughout the day, Federation vol- shared Melissa Hudson, director of the unteers in partnership with the Chinese Jewish Volunteer Center at Jewish FederaAssociation of Science, Economics and tion of Palm Beach County. “It’s inspiring Culture (CASEC) harvested over 13,000 to see such remarkable impact, and how pounds of fresh produce at Mecca Farms those of all ages are committed to improvin Boynton Beach for distribution to food ing the lives of people on Good Deeds Day, pantries throughout the county. At the Palm and every day.” Good Deeds Day, created in 2007 in Beach County Food Bank, dozens of volunteers in a partnership with CROS Min- Israel, is a worldwide event that unites milistries sorted and boxed 11,450 pounds of lions of volunteers from 108 countries for food donations, which is the equivalent of service opportunities that benefit others 9,542 meals for distribution to 143 local and the planet. It is supported locally by food pantries for people experiencing food the Alloy Family Foundation. For more information about the Jewinsecurity. A community supply drive collected thousands of diapers, baby wipes, ba- ish Volunteer Center and upcoming serby formula and food for the Basics 4 Babies vice projects, visit jewishvolunteer.org or supply pantry at Healthy Mothers, Healthy call (561) 242-6653. For more information Babies. The donated items will help more about Jewish Federation of Palm Beach than 125 families care for their infants for County, visit jewishpalmbeach.org.
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First Annual Pickleball Tournament on May 15 Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) will hold its First Annual Round Robin Pickleball Tournament at the Delray Beach Tennis Center, 201 West Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach, from 5 to 9 pm, on Saturday, May 15th. The outdoor event will include light b i t e s, b e v erages, and music. Players will compete for top three winner trophies. Participants can play with their friends or learn how to play with a pickleball professional. The tournament will raise funds to benefit Achievement Centers for Children & Families, a community-based nonprofit that supports hundreds of local children and their families annually by providing access to year-
round programs. “This is a new and fresh event for us for a sport that has become increasingly popular in Delray. We are excited to host this event and can’t wait to meet members of the l o c a l p i ck leball community,” said Stephanie Seibel, CEO of ACCF. The entry fee is $60 per registrant; participants can play in the Round Robin style tournament or attend a Beginners Clinic with a pickleball professional to learn how to play. Each ticket includes drinks and light bites. Spectators can watch for free. To register to play or to become a sponsor, please visit achievementcentersfl.org/ pickleball_2021/ or contact events@accffoundation.org
FAU Football to Celebrate Coach Schnellenberger The 2021 football season at Florida Atlantic University will be a season-long celebration of the life of legendary football coach Howard Schnellenberger. Schnellenberger – the father, the founder, the architect of FAU Football – passed away in the early morning hours of March 27, just mere hours before the Owls took to the field bearing his name for their annual Spring Game. This fall and into the future, that field will have a slightly different look as “Howard Schnellenberger Field” will be emblazoned on the turf at FAU Stadium. Later this year, FAU will hold a celebration of life event in memory of Coach Schnellenberger that will take place at Howard Schnellenberger Field inside FAU Stadium. That event to honor a man who was larger than life will happen just yards away from the larger-thanlife statue of Coach Schnellenberger that has stood inside FAU Stadium since it opened in October of 2011. In the coming weeks, lighting will be added to the area, ensuring Coach Schnellenberger’s statue will be visible at all times, day and night. The football program will be wearing Community
both a helmet decal and a jersey patch to honor the man who was hired in 1998 to begin a football program at FAU and put a team on the field just three short years later. Schnellenberger led FAU through four years of NCAA Division I-AA (now Football Championship Subdivision) play, including a trip to the NCAA Division I-AA semifinals just three years into the program’s existence. Coach Schnellenberger then marshaled the Owls into NCAA Division I-A (no Football Bowl Subdivision) and led FAU to a Sun Belt Conference Championship just three years into its foray in to the highest level of college football. The Owls won the first two bowl games in the program’s history — the 2007 New Orleans Bowl and the 2008 Motor City Bowl — under Schnellenberger’s watch as well. In addition to the aforementioned plans to honor Coach Schnellenberger, his legacy will be remembered on 2021 FAU Football season tickets. The 2021 FAU Football season begins Sept. 4 at the University of Florida. The home opener at Howa r d S ch n e l l e n b e r g e r F i e l d i s s e t for Sept. 11 vs. Georgia Souther n.
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FAU Student’s Boating App Wins Business Plan Competition By: Paul Owers A Florida Atlantic University undergraduate who created an app for the marine industry won the $10,000 first prize in the 13th annual Business Plan Competition held by FAU’s College of Business and the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship. Aiden Natalie, a 20-year-old junior at FAU, created Marine Connex to help boaters find available services near them. He built a prototype for the competition and plans to use the prize money to further develop the product and test market it this year. Natalie, an avid boater, said he found a dearth of marine-centered apps that help connect consumers and vendors. “From what we can see, this could be extremely successful,” he said. Natalie’s mentor and father, Bill, had been diagnosed with Stage 3 pancreatic cancer, but he was declared cancer-free in March. “Between that and this win, we couldn’t be ever more grateful for what the future is holding for Marine Connex,” Aiden Natalie said. The annual competition awards budding entrepreneurs seed money for their business ventures. For the first time ever, there was a three-way tie for second place, with the three finalists earning $3,000 each. Tyler Brack, a 16-year-old junior at
ly seeing innovative and creative entries.” A fifth finalist won $500 in funding. PEACE Inc., headed by Vivek Sreejithkumar, Isabella (Izzy) Grande and Mariam Rizvi, uses artificial intelligence technology to detect medical incidents in senior citizens. Held in conjunction with the Business Plan Competition was the sixth an-
Aiden Natalie, a 20-year-old junior at FAU, created Marine Connex to help boaters find available services near them.
FAU High School and concurrently a junior at FAU, created The Brack Institute, a nonprofit that works with schools to help low-income students. Nicole Zarcadoolas, a 24-year-old FAU MBA student, developed Serenity Now, a seasonal subscription box, custom gift shop and online community to help people deal with stress and anxiety.
Paris Prince, 18, a senior at FAU High and junior at the university, created SPods, an innovation that allows users to wash hands without the use of any external water supply. “It was impossible for the judges to distinguish among the three entries which one was the most promising business venture,” said Kevin Cox, Ph.D., assistant director of the Adams Center. “We’re real-
nual Veterans Florida Entrepreneurship Program (VFEP) pitch competition. The winner was Marlon Atherton, the founder of A-Team Solution Services, a cybersecurity company. Atherton won $2,000 in seed funding and becomes FAU’s representative for the statewide pitch competition on June 24 at the Veterans Florida Virtual Expo. Veterans Florida is a nonprofit agency created by the state to help military veterans transition to civilian life and promote Florida’s status as the nation’s most veteran-friendly state. For more information, visit www. veteransflorida.org.
The Palm Beach County Clinics Can Help Named 2021 Hero Supervisor of Elections Office in Medicine 2020 Recognized for Outstanding Innovation in Election Cybersecurity and Technology T h e U. S . Election Assistance Commission (EAC) announced the recipients of the 2020 Clearinghouse Awards, also known as the “Clearie” Awards, for best practices in election administration. The Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections is proud to have earned an honorable mention from the U.S. Election Assistance Commission for Outstanding Innovation in Cybersecurity and Technology, one of only two recipients of this recognition throughout the country. Supervisor of Elections, Wendy Sartory Link said, “I am thrilled to receive this recognition on behalf of our team. Each and every member of our staff worked relentlessly to ensure the integrity of the electoral process.” Community
In 2020, the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections office implemented various initiatives to improve election security. The efforts focused on securing physical and electronic access to network infrastructure and elections facilities. Specific accomplishments include cybersecurity training, a network-based multi-camera surveillance system to safeguard voted ballots, color wristbands to identify protected access levels, the introduction of zero trust programs, and a centralized command center to provide countywide information. Now in its fifth year, the Clearie awards recognize the innovative efforts of election officials across America. This is the first time that Palm Beach County has been recognized by the EAC.
The 18th annual Palm Beach County Medical Society Heroes in Medicine Awards will take place virtually on Thursday, May 20th and Clinics Can Help is proud to share the incredible news that they’ve been named the winner in the Health Care Provider Hero (NonPhysician) category. T he Palm Beach County Medical Society (PBCMS), a nonprofit organization, hosts the prestigious award each year to honor those throughout Palm Beach County who use their skills and resources to provide outstanding services. The Health Care Provider Hero (Non-Physician) category reflects a company, institution, organization, agency, or a paid or unpaid volunteer health care or non-healthcare individual(s) or professional(s) who has devoted time, skills, and resources to assist others and contributed to the betterment of health care. Clinics Can Help was selected for their work bringing medical equipment and supplies to those who needed it desperately, even among a pandemic. Not only diapers or wheelchairs, the organization also rallied the community to make, donate, collect and distribute thousands of masks and personal protective equipment (PPE) so front line and essential workers could
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SPORTS Softball Sweeps Sharks on the Road The Palm Beach Atlantic softball team returned to the win column on Wednesday when it traveled to Nova Southeastern for an evening doubleheader. Sailfish pitchers Abbey Busby and Cambria Arturo were nearly flawless, holding the Sharks scoreless through 17 innings. Game one took 10 innings to decide, but the Sailfish finally broke through with four runs in the top of the 10th inning to end their scoreless drought and four-game losing streak. Busby slammed the door in the bottom 10th inning to close out the 4-0 PBA (14-11, 11-8 SSC) win. Arturo, who was coming off a no-hitter in her last appearance on Saturday, picked up where she left off, tossing a complete-game shutout of her own. Game two did not require extra innings as the ‘Fish won 3-0. PBA takes a week off before starting its final series of the season against Florida Tech with a single game on May 1. Game one at Simpson Field takes place at 6 p.m. Game One: PBA 4, NSU 0 The first game of the day was a pitcher’s duel that started with nine scoreless innings from both teams. The Sailfish were not without their fair share of chances to score in the contest. The ‘Fish had runners on first and second with one out in the fourth inning; however, a double play kept PBA scoreless. Busby had her normal performance in the circle, retiring 15 straight NSU (6-6, 4-5 SSC) batters after the third inning. PBA had another chance to take a lead with runners at first and second with one away in the fifth inning, but a strikeout and a popout killed the Sailfish rally. The ‘Fish started the sixth with a leadoff base hit, but Katherine Budnovich was stranded at second to end the inning. PBA had leadoff hits in both the eighth and ninth innings, but were unable to manufacture a run. April 23 - April 29, 2021
The Sharks nearly stole a victory as a single and sac bunt put a runner in scoring position in the bottom of the ninth, but Busby kept the ‘Fish alive and preserved her shutout. PBA finally pushed through in the 10th inning as Budnovich came to the plate with the bases loaded. She cleared the bases with a three-RBI triple. She was driven in by a single by Faith Allen to give Busby a 4-0 lead in the bottom of the frame. The Sharks had two runners on base, but the senior pitcher ended the game with a strikeout to earn her fifth shutout of the season. Budnovich and Meredith Milam led PBA with two hits each. Busby surrendered just two hits and two walks with no runs and four strikeouts in 10 innings pitched. Game Two: PBA 3, NSU 0 PBA carried its momentum into game two, getting on the scoreboard almost immediately. Briana Rodriguez started the game by reaching on an error and swiping second base. A groundout moved her to third to set up an RBI groundout from Milam to give PBA an early 1-0 lead. The ‘Fish added to their lead in the third inning. With two outs in the frame, Budnovich walked and later scored on an Allen single which got by the left fielder to allow runners to advance an extra base. Allen scored on an RBI single by Milam to give PBA a 3-0 lead. T hat was plenty of r un support for Arturo who remained locked in for her third consecutive quality star t. She allowed two hits in the g ame with two strikeouts and four walks for her second complete game shutout of the season as PBA won 3-0. Budnovich f i n i s h e d w i t h a h i t a n d t wo wa l k s. A l l e n t a l l i e d t wo h i t s and a walk while Milam finished with a hit and two RBIs.
PBA Women’s Lacrosse Stunned by Florida Tech
The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s lacrosse team hosted Florida Tech under the lights at the Rinker Athletic Campus on Wednesday. PBA (1-4, 1-4 SSC) held an early lead in the first half, but Florida Tech (1-6, 1-4 SSC) flipped the switch midway through the period which led to a 19-13 Panther win. FT held a clear advantage in draw controls, snagging 20 compared to PBA’s 12. A dominant draw control coupled with 11 free position shots was enough to lead to a comfortable win for the Panthers. Kiki Cinotti carried the Sailfish attack with seven goals and an assist. Kate Leblanc added a pair of goals, a pair of assists and tied for a teamhigh three ground balls. Anna Laskeris, Grace Bartlinski, Lindsey Heffler and Arianna Soffos all found the back of the net in the game. Soffos’ goal was the first of her Sailfish career. Cinotti and Laskeris got the Sailfish on the board early in the contest. PBA held a 4-2 lead through the first five minutes of action. Minutes later, Laskeris forced a turnover, scooped up
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a ground ball and assisted on a Cinotti goal to give the ‘Fish a 6-4 lead with just over 11 minutes left in the first half. Florida Tech answered with a 4-0 run to take an 8-6 lead into the halftime break. FT picked up where it left off in the second half, opening the period with two more goals to take a 10-6 lead. A goal from Cinotti stopped the run, but the Panthers answered with two more goals to lead 12-7. The Sailfish answered with goals from Heffler and Cinotti to keep PBA within striking distance with 15 minutes left; however, the Panthers extended their lead with a 6-1 run. The Sailfish tried to rally with a three-goal spurt down the stretch, but it was too little, too late for the ‘Fish as the visitors cruised to a 19-3 lead. Abigal Nehring got the start in goal for the ‘Fish. She finished with three saves before being replaced by Sarah Vernarelli. Vernarelli tallied eight saves and tied for a team-high three ground balls in her 38 minutes of play. PBA is scheduled to face Rollins on the road on Saturday. The game in Winter Park, Fla. is scheduled for 4 p.m.
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Five Named to All-C-USA Team; Mykhailenko Wins Co-Golden Boot Award The Florida Atlantic University men’s soccer team (6-4-2, 3-4 in Conference USA) not only finished the season with a winning record, but five student-athletes have been honored with All-Conference honors. Ivan Mykhailenko was selected to the First Team, Alonso Coello Camarero and Graeme Pratt earned spots on the Second Team, Daniel Skistad was tabbed to the Third Team and Vasilis Spinos was recognized to the All-Freshman Team, as announced by the league Tuesday. Mykhailenko also won the CoGolden Boot Award for tying for the most goals in conference play. Five All-Conference Team recipients is the best representation for FAU since joining CUSA in 2013, as well as the most overall since 2007 when the Owls were members of the Atlantic Soccer Conference. Mykhailenko winning the Golden Boot title marks the first time in program history a student-athlete has taken home the award. “This is great representation for FAU on the All-Conference teams!” said head coach Joey Worthen. “These awards and recognition is rightfully deserved as they have earned it with what they have accomplished this season. This says a lot about each of these players individually and most importantly, about the team and program as a whole.” Here is a breakdown of each of the five honorees: Ivan Mykhailenko, All-Conference First Team, Co-Golden Boot AwardIvvy Mykhailenko picked up from where he left off last season, leading the team in goals (six) and points (12) once again. The striker tallied a single-
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game career-high two goals in the Owls’ 2-1 wins over both South Carolina and UAB. Following the four-point performances in both of those matches, Mykhailenko was named C-USA Offensive Player of the Week to be one of two players in the conference with more than one weekly awards. Mykhailenko finished the year with three game-winning goals, with his six career gamewinners being the fourth most in program history. Among C-USA players, Mykhailenko ranked second in goals per game (0.6), as well as third in shots per game (3) and points (12). His five goals in C-USA play tied for the most in the league to win the Co-Golden Boot Award. The Kyiv, Ukraine native was also named to the C-USA All-Academic Team earlier this week. “I’m very happy to get recognition from the league!” said Mykhailenko. “I want to thank my teammates and coaches for everything they did for me, because my individual award comes from a collective effort!” Alonso Coello Camarero, All-Conference Second Team Coello Camarero earned a spot on the AllConference Team for the third consecutive year. A team captain, the leading midfielder has also been the most consistent player, logging 1,106 minutes, which is the third most on the team. The Madrid, Spain native registered two goals and one assist for five points this season. His first goal of the year was the game-winner in the 1-0 victory over North Florida, while his assist off a free kick with 14 seconds on the clock led to a draw with Florida Gulf Coast. Everything on the pitch the past three seasons goes through Coello Camarero, who is the glue to the team.
“It’s amazing how this program keeps growing year after year, and this growth translates into more players getting recognition from the conference,” said Coello Camarero. “The whole team is excited to get back to it next fall and to now reach a next level of competitiveness. Personally, I’m very happy of being selected in an All-Conference team once again, after what I think was a great season from me.” Graeme Pratt, All-Conference Second Team Pratt is a team captain and has played all but nine minutes (1,111 minutes) on the pitch, which was the second most on the team. The Durban, South Africa native was the heartbeat of the backline, being instrumental in the Owls’ four shutouts, which was the second most in C-USA. Pratt helped hold UAB to just two total shots and Jacksonville to three shots, as well as Florida Gulf Coast and North Florida to just two shots on goal. This season, Pratt and company held teams to 11 total goals for a 0.92 goals against average, which is the least amount allowed in program history. “I’m extremely grateful to receive an award like this,” said Pratt. “Our conference is highly competitive and there are a lot really talented players, so to receive some form of recognition makes me proud, but also motivates me to work even harder for next season. I think the fact that a few of the lads also received awards shows the progression of this program and the strength of this team.” Daniel Skistad, All-Conference Third Team Skistad has also been hard to beat on the backline, starting in all 12 games to total 1,087
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minutes, which was the fourth most on the team. The defender tallied an assist in FAU’s 4-0 victory over Jacksonville. He was also instrumental in the Owls’ four shutouts, which were earned against North Florida, Stetson, Jacksonville and Old Dominion. Skistad aided in holding UAB to two shots and Jacksonville to just three. The Drammen, Norway product played a big role in the team’s offense by getting forward and setting up goal-scoring chances. Skistad earned a spot on the C-USA All-Academic Teamearlier this week. “I want to thank the the league for selecting me, and I want to thank my teammates and coaches for helping me along the way,” said Skistad. “In my first year here, we wouldn’t even dream about having 5 people making the allconference teams, and these awards just show how good this team is right now and the progression of the program!” Vasilis Spinos, All-Freshman Team As a mid-year enrollee, Spinos made an impact on the team immediately. The freshman was key to shutouts against Jacksonville and Old Dominion, while stopping the best attackers on the opposition. Spinos started in nine of 10 games he appeared in, while playing eight matches in full, including the last five. The Nea Kifisia, Greece native has played one of the most impressive freshman seasons in FAU history, as a key piece to the backline. “I’m very happy for this award and it means a lot to me,” said Spinos. “I want to thank the coaching staff for believing in me and my teammates for being a family. Step-by-step, this team is going to achieve a lot of things. Hard work pays off.”
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Tristan Moore Propels Baseball to Walk-Off Victory Tristan Moore hit a walk-off home run propelling the Panthers to a 7-6 victory over Miami Dade. Moore hit two home runs on the afternoon, but none bigger than the walk-off solo shot with the game tied 6-6 in the bottom of the 9th. Moore’s home run was a no-doubter to right field and he was mobbed by his teammates as he stepped on home plate. Home runs were aplenty on both sides as Miami Dade took an early lead on a solo shot in the first. Brannon Mondragon, leading off for the Panthers, drilled the first pitch he saw well over the left field fence to tie the game at 1-1. Miami Dade answered right back with a two-run home run in the top of the 2nd as the first two batters reached in the inning. Brannon Mondragon and Tristan Moore went back-to-back on consecutive pitches with two outs in the 3rd. Moore’s home run tied the game at 3-3. In the bottom of the 4th, Thomas Diaz reached on a walk and Justin Tew doubled putting runners at 2nd and 3rd and only 1 out. A Gabriel Cruz single and a Billy Poure sacrifice fly put the Panthers on top for the first time in the game. Miami Dade failed to score until the 7th. A leadoff walk and a subsequent double plated the Sharks’ 4th run. With two outs and a runner at
2nd, a ground ball through the left side of the infield allowed the runner from 2nd to cross the plate tying the game at 5-5. Brannon Mondragon started another rally in the bottom half of the 7th. Mondragon singled and advanced to 2nd on Tristan Moore’s groundout. Jarret Bickel singled home Mondragon, putting the Panthers back on top 6-5. In the top of the 8th, Miami Dade had their first two batters of the inning reach. With one out, a line drive single plated the Sharks’ 6th run and tied the game once again. The very next batter flew out to left field and defensive replacement Raphael Beltre alertly fired back to 2nd to double off the runner to end the inning. JD Johnstone relieved Trace Moore in the 9th after the first batter reached against Moore. Johnstone promptly retired the next three batters in order to set the stage for a dramatic walkoff hit. Trace Moore gutted through his afternoon, and while he made a few mistakes, he gave his team a chance to win. Moore pitched 8 solid innings and allowed 4 earned runs. JD Johnstone earns the victory. His record improves to 5-0. Panthers have a chance to win the series as they travel to Kendall, FL to take on Miami Dade tomorrow afternoon at 1:00 ET.
PBA Women’s Lax Stumbles Against Lynn The Palm Beach Atlantic women’s lacrosse team hosted Lynn for senior night on Tuesday. The game was closely contested the entire time as neither team gained a sizeable lead. PBA (1-6, 1-5 SSC) nearly tied the game late, but Arianna Soffos’ shot was saved by the Fighting Knights keeper and Lynn (2-5, 1-5 SSC) held on for the 11-10 lead. Kiki Cinotti, Chelsea Smith and Lindsey Heffler led the ‘Fish with two goals each. Sara Metheny, Kate Leblanc, Soffos and Taylor Swartz all each found the back of the net in the contest. Cinotti and Smith led PBA with two caused turnovers apiece while the former tallied the lone assist of the game for the Sailfish. PBA fed off the senior day energy, getting out to a 5-2 lead through the first 20 minutes of play with goals from Leblanc, Cinotti, Heffler and Swartz. Momentum stalled for the ‘Fish as Lynn began to make its comeback with a goal at the eight-minute mark in the first half. To make matters worse, the Sailfish, who were already plagued with key injuries, lost Leblanc late in the first half after she picked up her second yellow card. Lynn ended the half on a 3-0 run to make it 5-5 at halftime.
Heffler opened the second half with an early goal to put the ‘Fish back in front. Lynn answered quickly, but a goal by Smith made it 7-6 with 21 minutes to play. That is when Lynn made its run. The Fighting Knights strung together three unanswered goals to hold a two-goal advantage. Lynn held its advantage until the nine-minute mark when Soffos cut the deficit to one. The game was tied after a free-position goal from Metheny with eight minutes left to go. Lynn retook the Lead with four minutes to go on a free position attempt of its own. PBA had its chances down the stretch but did not come up with the equalizing goal. Shot Accuracy was not PBA’s strong suit this evening as only 17 of its 29 shots were on target compared to 21 of Lynn’s 24 attempts. Besides the discrepancy in shots on goal, the team stats were nearly even in every other category. Senior Sara Vernarelli played the entire game in goal for the ‘Fish. She totaled 14 saves in the game, her highest save total in three seasons. She also scooped up a team-high seven ground balls. The Sailfish hit the road on Saturday to face Saint Leo on Saturday. The game in Saint Leo, Fla. is scheduled for 3 p.m.
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