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Boca City Council OK’s new building at Pine Crest, bans some plastics at outdoor events
C-SPAN Taps PBA History Professor for Presidential Historians Survey
Fish for Hope Tournament makes an impact in Boca Raton
Osher LLI at FAU Announces Summer Lecture Series
New Proposed Pine Crest Structure Approved With Minor Changes
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FAU Women’s Soccer 2020-21 Season Wrapup
PBSC launches construction and health science programs to meet industry demands New degree and certificate programs in construction and the health sciences are slated to begin this fall term at Palm Beach State College to meet industry hiring demands. With the Building Construction Management Associate in Science degree and related certificate, Palm Beach State aims to bring much-needed new talent into the growing construction industry to replenish its rapidly aging workforce. In the health sciences, the A.S. degree and certificate programs in Health Services Management, Surgical Services and Medical Assisting will provide employers with the better-prepared workforce needed to handle the increasing complexities of health care delivery. Fall term classes begin August 23, and prospective students may attend virtual information sessions. Continued on Page 10
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After the Planning and Zoning Board and city staff both gave Pine Crest School’s plan their approval, the City Council followed suit Tuesday night by approving the proposal on a unanimous 5-0 vote.
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• After the Planning and Zoning Board and city staff both gave Pine Crest School’s plan their approval, the City Council followed suit Tuesday night by approving the proposal on a unanimous 5-0 vote. The council’s OK allows the school to build an approximately 5,808 square foot, two-story Learning Commons Building, which includes a student union and up to three flex space classrooms on the second floor. • Recently, YouTuber and eating challenge competitor Nathan Figueroa completed his first-ever Boba Bag Challenge at Boba Street Cafe by drinking one gallon of boba strawberry lemonade. Figueroa is a South Florida-based competitive eater. He has accomplished eating a 10,000 calorie breakfast, a 6-pound burrito and the entire Chick-fil-A menu. However, the Boba Bag Challenge was the first liquid challenge Figueroa participated in. • The Boca Raton City Council this week gave Pine Crest School the go-ahead to construct a new, 5,808 square foot building on the 20-acre campus of the pre-schoolthrough-grade 8 education center at 2700 Saint Andrews Blvd. In an unrelated matter, council members also approved an ordinance banning the use or sale of “polystyrene foam products, balloons and confetti in city facilities, on city property and in city rights of way.” • Contributions totaling $10 million to Florida Atlantic University from David J. S. Nicholson will welcome an era of unprecedented research, education and discovery at FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter. • The Palm Beach County School District recently announced construction plans for a new high school. As reported by CBS 12 News, the high school will be built in Lake Worth near Woodlands Middle School. Nicknamed “OOO High School,” the new school is expected to open in August 2023 with an official name.
Survey Group. A select group of presidential historians and biographers are invited to contribute to the rankings, which are regularly cited in academic research and by the press. • Each year, the Junior League of the Palm Beaches (JLPB) offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan on attending college. The funds are earmarked to help cover any student expenses. Recipients of the scholarship can receive up to $2,500 in funding. • New degree and certificate programs in construction and the health sciences are slated to begin this fall term at Palm Beach State College to meet industry hiring demands. • On June 5th, Place of Hope hosted the 5th Annual Fish for Hope KDW Tournament at the Sailfish Marina in Palm Beach Shores to donate fish to the Boca Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. • As a professional tennis player and full-time remote student, Coco Gauff saw firsthand the ways that technology could benefit education. While completing classes alongside her rigorous training schedule, she was inspired to provide some of the same tools to students in Delray Beach, where she and her parents grew up. “This community has given me a lot, so it’s definitely important to give back,” she says. • An injured veteran who was injured while serving in Iraq will be receiving the gift of a lifetime, thanks to the nonprofit organization Building Homes for Heroes and JPMorgan Chase. • Florida Atlantic University’s Ruth M. Tappen, Ed.D., RN, FAAN, the Christine E. Lynn Eminent Scholar and professor in the Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing, was recently recognized as the “2021 Alliance World Class Faculty” honoree by the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance.
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COMMUNITY New proposed Pine Crest Local South Florida eating competitor structure approved with minor completes challenge at Boba Street Cafe changes By: Kathryn Hubbard
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that was installed during the pandemic. Classrooms will be creatAfter the Planning and Zon- ed on the second floor. Hansen said some changes ing Board and city staff both gave Pine Crest School’s plan their ap- and additions were made to the proval, the City Council followed conditions for the project, among suit Tuesday night by approving them: A limit of 1,000 students the proposal on a unanimous 5-0 at the school for pre-school to vote. The council’s OK allows the grade 8 (In other words, no high school to build an approximate- school can be built.) Outdoor lights will be turned ly 5,808 square foot, two-story Learning Commons Building, off at 8, not 9:30, to accommowhich includes a student union date neighbors. and up to three flex space classNo outdoor constr uction can be done on rooms on the Sundays or holsecond floor. Certain miidays. Senior city planner Heather Addition nor future imof service yard provements Hansen explained to council f e n c i n g s u rwill also be members that the school’s made to the rounding the tennis pavilaintenance request “reaffirms improvements.” m building. ion, mainteShe said the nance building new building expansion, fine arts building expansion, swim- will not be visible from outside ming pool, concessions build- the school grounds. Attorney Lauren Odom, reping, bleachers, scoreboard and running track. resenting the school, said Pine Senior city planner Heath- Crest was built in 1971 and has er Hansen explained to coun- been expanded as need was recil members that the school’s re- quired. An architect who crafted the quest “reaffirms improvements applied for in 2008 that have nev- new structure said it was designed to match the school’s current er been built.” The first floor of the new style and building material. “The structure will include a student architecture will blend with the union, gathering space and a cov- surroundings,” he noted. No one spoke against the ered patio. It will replace an existing temporary cover over a patio proposal at the public hearing.
Recently, YouTuber and eating challenge competitor Nathan Figueroa completed his first-ever Boba Bag Challenge at Boba Street Cafe by drinking one gallon of boba strawberry lemonade. Figueroa is a South Florida-based competitive eater. He has accomplished eating a 10,000 calorie breakfast, a 6-pound burrito and the entire Chick-fil-A menu. However, the Boba Bag Challenge was the first liquid challenge Figueroa participated in. “For food challenges I eat massive salads a day before I participate in food challenges,” says Figueroa. “I didn’t know what I was getting into with the Boba challenge since I have never done a liquid challenge before.” Boba Street Cafe opened nearly two years ago on 141 NW 20th St. Various flavors of fruit teas, milk teas, street blends, sodas, coffee and other specialities are offered. Guests can choose several flavors of tapioca pearls to blend with their drinks. “Boba Street Cafe became an idea about five years ago,” says owner Monica Ash. “My daughter asked for bubble tea and we realized that there wasn’t a store nearby and we decided to open one.” Bubble tea, also known as boba, originated in Taiwan during the 1980s. Since then, the popular drink made its way throughout Asia and into the United
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States. The flavor variety of tapioca pearls make bubble tea stand out from other drinks. Customers are given a boba straw so that the tapioca pearls are consumed. The Boba Cafe Street Challenge was held to officially start the beginning of the summer season. This summer, many customers will be expected to stop by Boba Street Cafe to enjoy some bubble tea while combating the heat. “Summer is officially starting and what would be a better way to mark the beginning of summer by having Nathan Figueroa participate in our challenge,” says Ash. As Figueroa was setting up for the challenge, customers enjoyed free samples of boba tea and ordered signature drinks. Inside Boba Street Cafe, a gallon of strawberry lemonade tea with black tapioca pearls were prepared for Figueroa to drink. He aimed to finish the gallon in ten minutes. Once the challenge began, Figueroa was cheered on by several audience members. Once the liquid was gone, Figueroa began consuming the tapioca pearls. Although Figueroa did not meet his ten-minute goal, the entire gallon was gone after an impressive 12 minutes and 35 seconds. “I think I am done with drinking challenges for a while,” says Figueroa. “But I will see what happens with doing liquid challenges in the future.” Figueroa’s liquid challenge is set to attract boba tea lovers to Boba Street Cafe throughout the summer season.
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Boca City Council OK’s new building at Pine Crest, bans some plastics at outdoor events By: Dale King
supporting such a ban, she said. “The only real opposition was from the FlorThe Boca Raton City Council this ida Retail Association.” The ordinance defines “polystyweek gave Pine Crest School the goahead to construct a new, 5,808 square rene foam” as material “commonly foot building on the 20-acre campus of used to make disposable cups, bowls, the pre-school-through-grade 8 educa- plates, trays, clamshell containers, meat tion center at 2700 Saint Andrews Blvd. trays and egg cartons and is commonly, In an unrelated matter, council though often, incorrectly, referred to by members also approved an ordinance the trademark name, ‘Styrofoam.’” Mayotte said she recently visited banning the use or sale of “polystyrene foam products, balloons and confetti in Hillsboro-El Rio Park on a windy day city facilities, on city property and in city and found a mylar balloon, polystyrene plate and a pink balloon that were imrights of way.” The plastics prohibition, proposed properly disposed of. She also cited reby Council member Monica Mayotte and ports that deflated balloons are being adopted by a 5-0 vote, establishes a tick- found in the Everglades. She warned that wildlife are conet fine ranging from $25 to $50 for viosuming degrading plastics, thinking it is lations of the ordinance. The new law goes into effect imme- food, which causes them to die. More than 25 other communities diately but will be the subject of a public information campaign before enforce- in Florida have banned the same plastic materials, said Mayotte, among them, ment starts on Jan. 1, 2022. In a letter of explanation, City Man- Boynton Beach, Miami Beach, Fort Lauager Leif Ahnell told council members derdale, St. Augustine and Orlando. The that “the intention of the ordinance is Boca ordinance is based on one of these to protect the health and well-being of city laws. The prohibition involves only outcity residents and to support sustainable practices by prohibiting the use door use of the materials. Using balloons, confetor sale of polyti and polystyrene styrene foam food indoors is not afware, unencapsu“It is not my intention to penalize fected, she said. lated polystyrene “If you’re having a f o a m p r o d u c t s, families who bring restaurantparty indoors, conballoons and conpackaged foods to events,” Mayotte fetti will be taken fetti on city propaway and placed erty and in city fasaid during a public hearing in the trash propcilities.” erly.” He said the This is the prohibition “extends to temporary vendors, city con- council’s second litter-control effort approved during 2021. Earlier this year, tractors and special event permittees.” “It is not my intention to penalize members established a $250 fine for the families who bring restaurant-packaged improper disposal of COVID-19 profoods to events,” Mayotte said during a tective items such as masks, plastic face public hearing on the ordinance Tues- coverings, gloves and other paraphernaday night. “We are going for temporary lia. The ban impacts these items when discarded as litter both on land and in vendors at events in the city.” “We’ve been getting a lot of emails” waterways.
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$10 Million Gift to Name The Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute By: Cara Perry Contributions totaling $10 million to Florida Atlantic University from David J. S. Nicholson will welcome an era of unprecedented research, education and discovery at FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus in Jupiter. His generous $9.22 million gift expands on the legislature’s initial investment of $35 million in the 58,000-square-foot neuroscience building currently under construction that will now be named FAU’s Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute. His recent $780,000 gift supports the Institute’s ASCEND (Advancing STEM Community Engagement through Neuroscience Discovery) Program, a linchpin of the Institute’s community education program that seeks to increase access to and interest in science-technologyengineering and math related fields for the next generation of scientists. “The biggest scientific challenge of today is to gain a better understanding of the most complex computer ever found, the human brain. Understanding will beget solutions to neurodegenerative diseases which are rampant and plague most families,” said Nicholson. “It is my hope that the StilesNicholson Brain Institute of FAU will drive this critical research, while simultaneously fostering a revitalized interest among young people to pursue STEM as a career and im-
proving U.S. rankings in high school science and math education. I am proud to partner with FAU to realize our joint vision over the years ahead.” Nicholson and the Stiles-Nicholson Foundation have long had their finger on the pulse of the health sciences and education fields, as well as the needs of FAU’s faculty, researchers and students, working in various capacities with the University over the past 11 years. “David’s dedication to improving and enhancing the lives of students — and scaling that work to impact our world at large — mirrors what we have been working toward as FAU enters into a new era of excellence,” said FAU President John Kelly. “His investment will expand and fuel this innovative facility with critical research faculty positions, focus-specific centers and cutting-edge laboratory technology.” An exciting neuroscience ecosystem is already thriving on FAU’s Jupiter campus, and with the launch of the Stiles-Nicholson Brain Institute, the campus promises to become one of the world’s leading venues for neuroscience research, education and community engagement. “The multi-million-dollar investments in brain research at FAU, the Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience, and at
Scripps Research have resulted in the MacArthur Campus becoming a powerhouse hub for neuroscience research and education,” said Randy D. Blakely, Ph.D., inaugural executive director of the newly christened Institute. “Mr. Nicholson’s gift will ensure for years to come that we can attract the world’s brightest scientists and students to Palm Beach County.” Adding to its contribution to state-ofthe-art brain research, the Nicholson gift will establish The David J. S. Nicholson Distinguished Professorship in Neuroscience to be held by Blakely and create the David and Lynn Nicholson Center for Neurodegenerative Disease Research. The center’s focal areas will include efforts to better understand and treat Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s disease, among other devastating brain disorders. Recruitment for a center director is expected to commence in the fall. Another major, transformative element of the Nicholson gift will be the establishment of the Stiles-Nicholson STEM Teacher Academy, which will aim to bridge the high-caliber research setting with middle and high school teachers and students and will provide premier experiential STEM training programs for educators through the Jupiter campus’ nationally recognized FAU High. Nicholson is a philanthropist and wealth manager with a demonstrated history of successful accomplishments in financial services and education. After a distinguished career with IBM and Weyerhaeuser, Nicholson applied his pioneering mathematical and engineering skills to the global financial mar-
kets, ultimately opening three quantitatively driven hedge funds and his own firm, York Management & Research, Inc., in 1978. York relocated the hedge fund complex to Jupiter in 1990 and continues today as a singlefamily office. He formed the Stiles-Nicholson Foundation in 1992 to honor the military sacrifices of his father, William Stiles, a fallen soldier, and stepfather William Nicholson, a German POW survivor. The foundation supports major local and national education initiatives which educate citizens about entrepreneurship, the free enterprise system, financial literacy, education reform and STEM. Nicholson is a former director of Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation and the Washington-based Tax Foundation. After 10 years of service, he retired as trustee, treasurer and chairman of the Investment Committee for the Jupiter Medical Center Foundation, and currently volunteers as chair of the Stiles-Nicholson Foundation; vice chair of the South Florida Science Center & Aquarium; trustee of the Foundation for Florida’s Future; director and member of the Chairman’s Council of the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County; a member of the Physics and Astronomy Advisory Council of Johns Hopkins University; the Palm Beach County School District Financial Literacy Council and STEM Advisory Council. Funding and naming opportunities are available on all three levels of the facility, which is set to open in spring 2022.
Palm Beach County School District announces plans for a new high school By: Lauren Do Nascimento The Palm Beach County School District recently announced construction plans for a new high school. As reported by CBS 12 N e w s, t h e high school will be built in Lake Worth near Woodlands Middle School. Nicknamed “OOO High School,” the new school is expected to open in August 2023 with an official name. “OOO High School” will hold 2,703 students as an attempt to top overcrowding in other schools. The new school will also feature a high-tech auditorium, a state-of-the-art media center, a 4,00 seat stadium, baseball and softball fields, weight rooms and two extra pracCommunity
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tice fields. Construction is expected to begin this summer. A new elementary school will also be built in Boca Raton, near Don Estridge Hi g h Tech M i d d l e School. Nicknamed “05-C Elementary,” the school will have three stories that will house the classroom wing. “ T h e two-story portion is housing the administration suite on the first floor and the media center on the second floor. And the onestory component is housing the cafeteria, kitchen, science and art labs, and custodial receiving area,” says director of construction and school liaison, Larry Clawson. The elementary school is expected to open in August 2022. June 11 - June 17, 2021
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Delray man Helps Generations as School Crossing Guard for More than 30 Years For more than three decades Herman Lockett has guided school children to safety, crossing the streets that intersect S.D. Spady and Plumosa elementary schools in the city’s northwest neighborhood. His faded orange hat, the sixth one, in fact, is as recognizable as the blaring red stop sign he carries through blazing heat, humidity, rain and an occasional, unscheduled early morning frost during cooler weather. At 93, Lockett, possibly one of the oldest crossing guards in South Florida, may retire this year. “I enjoy the children and it gets me out of the house,” said Lockett, who is in his 31st year on the job. He works the morning and afternoon shifts—7 to 8 a.m. and 2 to 3.pm. at Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive and Northwest 10th Street. He really could not see himself doing anything else, which is why it’s going to be hard for him to step away from his post where he has helped generations of youngsters cross the road, grow up, and later trust their own to him.
“They come by every day and holla at me,” Lockett said. “Parents, grandparents they bring the grands, and they talk to me.” He credits the “good master” for keeping him going and sees retirement as possibly the best solution for him to better assist his wife of 70 years, on May 23, who has Alzheimer’s. “I think he took three days off from work and we had to make him take those days off,” his daughter Artensie Wade said. When Lockett started in 1990, he was at the corner of SW 10th Street and SW 4th Avenue — near Pine Grove Elementary School — and after one term, he was assigned to his current location. Over the years he has seen dramatic changes in fashion, street clothes to uniforms; vehicles upsized from sedans to SUVs, and attitudes change from close lipped to free expression. Speeders are a serious problem, however, most notable is cell phone use, both from students and parents. Talking on the phone distracts from stopping before the crosswalk, he
noted. “I talk to them sometimes but they [his supervisors] say, ‘Don’t argue with them. Don’t be the police,’” he said. A former chef, Lockett worked at Ernie’s, a longtime Delray Beach staple, for 36 years until it went out of business. He also worked at the restaurant Patio Delray until it was sold. His former son-in-law, Chris Blake, who has since a Community Service Officer who also served as a crossing guard at the time, who has since retired, encouraged Lockett to pursue a crossing guard job. On a recent morning, several motorists either tooted their horns or waved at him as they passed through the intersection. With every toot, there is a story. One he recalls was when he assisted a fellow crossing guard who was afflicted with Alzheimer’s. “After he was done taking the kids across, he was still standing up in the middle of the street and cars were speeding by,” Lockett recalled.
That scenario was personal for him, considering he cares for his wife, who also is battling the disease, which robs one of their memory. When Lockett is not piloting students at the crosswalk or cooking for his wife, he stays busy working in the yard. “My heart doctor tells me, ‘Don’t go home and sit down. Be active’ so that’s why I do things around the yard,” he said. He also serves as an usher and cooks in the kitchen at his church, Mt. Olive Missionary Baptist. Jackie Brown who is in her 34th year as a CSO at the Delray Beach Police Department, praised Lockett’s ability. “I always saw him out there, rain or shine. Sometimes, he would ride his bicycle, drive his Volkswagen or the other car,” said Brown, who also serves as a crossing guard at Banyan Creek Elementary. “His (former) supervisor had good things to say about him. He said he was one of the most reliable crossing guards.”
POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra
Cultivating a Peaceful Disposition Insecure individuals suffer from an inability to adapt themselves to a variety of life situations; they avoid anything and anyone unfamiliar to them. By nature, they are often combative as well, when people and situations don’t match their pre-conceived molds. These personalities literally suspect and dislike a large number of the persons they must interact with. It starts with family, and extends to many others they cannot avoid in society, such as doctors, hairdressers, insurance agents, sales clerks, just to June 11 - June 17, 2021
name very few. Naturally, it is most reasonable that humans should be on their guard, to avoid unnecessary intrusions from undesirable manipulators or unscrupulous agents of any kind. But living with suspicion of anyone or anything is more a mark of bondage than a display of the freedom and courage all human creatures can enjoy. People should carefully choose their battles, and fight each one to win. But being isolated from others, or displaying a resistant attitude all the time, will often lead to de-
feat far more than to genuine conquest! If we cut ourselves from others, we not only miss what others may have to offer us, but we also limit our influence, by keeping them from receiving what we are able to share! One will hardly impact others if suspicious of them; neither will one receive the benefits those persons are capable of providing. Most of our fears are imaginary, not real. Some people spend more time and energy engaging in fictitious warfare, instead of reserving all their resources to fight and win the
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real, tangible battles that will occasionally assail them. Avoid adding fuel to any fire, or starting unworthy conflicts. A life lived in perpetual suspicion is a life halflived; it is a form of imprisonment which can damage any individual! Choose to cultivate a peaceful disposition, giving one’s self the security needed to face people and the multiple situations life forces us into. Avoid living on a “minus” sign; instead, let each new day manifest a “plus” life, lived not in fear nor in defeat but from victory unto victory!
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Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control are Looking for Foster Parents to Help with Animals in Need Palm Beach County Commissioner Robert Weinroth reminds residents that June is National Foster a Pet Month! What a perfect time to give back to those in need! Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control are in desperate need of more foster parents. Foster parents provide temporary housing, care, and love for a dog, cat, puppy, or kitten until they are ready for a home. Currently, Peggy Adams has 936 animals in its care, and Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control has 300+ animals. To save more lives of animals in need, both organizations are looking to add roughly 100 additional foster homes to their individual programs. Both organizations have seen an approximate 40% increase in kitten intake in 2021. “For those who want to make a difference and save the lives of animals right here in Palm Beach County, becoming a foster volunteer is truly one of the best things you can do,” said Rich Anderson, Executive Director/CEO of Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League. “There’s a great need for foster homes, especially with kitten season here in South Florida. Peggy Adams’ neonatal Kitten Nursery, which provides round-the-clock care for kitten newborns, has been a tremendous success. This also means we need more temporary foster homes for the kittens before they are ready to go to their forever home”, Rich Anderson adds. The Foster Program aims to help as many animals as possible by providing temporary homes. Some animals are newborns, pregnant or nursing, sick, injured, undersocialized, or animals that do poorly in a shelter environment. Both organizations simply don’t have enough space to house them; however, they can help hundreds of animals who need extra care or special attention with the help of dedicated Foster
Volunteers. For those interested in becoming a Foster Volunteer, below is a list of vital information to consider: A Foster Volunteer provides a temporary home for dogs (primarily large breeds), cats, puppies, or kittens until they are ready for adoption. Although fostering requires dedication and commitment, a Foster Volunteer can help Peggy Adams and PBCACC by providing a loving home to an animal in need for a short-term period of time. Both shelters always have a demand for foster homes throughout the year. Peggy Adams and Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control will provide all of the supplies you will need to care for the foster animal. This includes medications, followup veterinary visits, food, litter, bedding, bowls, crates, c o l l a r s, a n d leashes. Foster Volunteers are responsible for transportation to and from the shelter for check-ups and medical care. Foster Volunteers must be at least 18 years old OR have an adult in the household who will be the primary caregiver. Caregivers must be able to separate the foster animal(s) from their own animal(s) for 14 days since many foster pets have limited immunity. All dogs must be kept on a leash or supervised in an enclosed area when outside. Cats and kittens must be kept inside at all times Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League and Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control give student community service hours for fostering, but must buddy up with a parent as the primary caregiver. The Foster Program and other animalfacing roles are not available to those seeking to fulfill court-appointed hours. No exceptions Beach County Animal Care and Control requires that if fosters have other pets in the household, they must be up to date with rabies vaccines and county tags.
Small Businesses Can Benefit from Trust The Gallup research organization polled thousands of people to determine in which institutions they had the most confidence. After the military, which was ranked first, small business was second in the Gallup ratings, with 68% of the people surveyed stating they trusted small commercial enterprises more than other institutions. Big business, however, ranked only 12th on the list with a 23% trust level. There are many possible reasons for the huge gap in trust between small, privately owned businesses and large, corporate businesses. Our intent is not to indict large corporations; many of them are vital to our society and strive to maintain a proper balance between profits and commitment to those who purchase their products and services. But what stands out in this research is that it would seem small businesses have an excellent opportunity to capitalize on the public trust for everyone’s benefit. Small businesses obviously have many disadvantages when competing with big businesses, including purchasing power, human and financial resources, influence, and in many cases, name recognition. However, with utilizing wisdom and creativity, small business leaders may be able to develop strategies for present and future success. For instance, how would you compare going into a large department store – or “big box store” – that has a minimum of staff with going into a small retail store that has salespeople ready and eager to assist with whatever you need? Have you ever been frustrated in trying to resolve a billing issue with a large company, being forced to used automated responses or talk to someone in a distant city? A small business can
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not only be more accessible, but also can develop a personal relationship with its customers. While the Bible makes no distinctions between big and small businesses in its teachings, it does provide principles that smaller enterprises can use to their advantage. Here are some of them: Wisdom can guide in identifying the right market. A small business might not have all the resources available to a big business, but by seeking God’s wisdom and being responsive to customer input, good decisions can be made. “One who is wise can go up against the city of the mighty and pull down the stronghold in which they trust” (Proverbs 21:22). A board of directors sharing the same values is critical. Being an entrepreneur or small business owner does not mean having to work alone. In addition to forming the right team, the importance of a “board of directors” of trusted friends and peers who share the same beliefs and values cannot be overestimated. “Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed” (Proverbs 15:22). Building a business based on good will. A philosophy of “the customer comes first” is one way for ensuring that they return for more business. A large corporation can follow a similar approach, but sometimes the interests of shareholders can outweigh personalized attention for customers. It is often easier to focus on individual customer needs in a small business. “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others” (Philippians 2:3-4).
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C-SPAN Taps PBA History Professor for Presidential Historians Survey C-SPAN has invited Dr. Wes Borucki, associate professor of history, to participate in its well-regarded Presidential Historians’ Survey Group. A select group of presidential historians and biographers are invited to contribute to the rankings, which are regularly cited in academic research and by the press. Since 2001, upon the election of a new president, C - S PA N has asked noted historians to complete a s u r ve y ranking all former presidents in 10 leadership categories established by a team of academic advisers. The methodology is outlined on the 2017 survey website.
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Borucki’s first book, “George H.W. Bush: In Defense of Principle,” was published in early 2011 by Nova Science Publishers as part of its “First Men, America’s Presidents” series. His second book, “Ronald Reagan: Heroic Dreamer,” was published as part of the same series in 2014. He i s wo r k ing on a biography of former President Donald Trump. This is C-SPAN’s fourth survey. Surveys are distributed to historians and other professional observers, drawn from a database of C-SPAN’s programming and suggestions from academic advisers.
Junior League of the Palm Beaches Announces 2 College Scholarship Recipients Each year, the Junior League of the Palm Beaches (JLPB) offers scholarships to graduating high school seniors who plan on attending college. The funds are earmarked to help cover any student expenses. Recipients of the scholarship can receive up to $2,500 in funding. Hudson Hale from West Palm Beach and Daniel Freidin of Boca Raton were both awarded JLPB scholarships. Hale will be attending Trinity College in Hartford, Connecticut, this fall and Freidin will be attending University of Central Florida in Orlando starting this summer. “Scholarship winners are chosen based on their commitment to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of others and improving the community through volunteering,” said Julie Rudolph, President of Junior League of the Palm Beaches. “These two young
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men are excellent examples of these pillars that also represent JLPB’s mission statement. We are honored to announce them as this year’s recipients.” Now in its 80th year, the Junior League of the Palm Beaches is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The 700 volunteers dedicate more than 3,000 hours every year to training Junior League of the Palm Beaches members and supporting more than 20 community nonprofit partners. Membership is now open for the 2021-2022 year and will close on September 1, 2021. For more information on the Junior League of the Palm Beaches, to become a member or to donate, please visit jlpb.org or call 561.689.7590.
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Your Most Pressing Asthma Questions Addressed (StatePoint) More than 25 million people in the United States are living with asthma, amounting to about 1 in 13 people. Asthma is a lifelong chronic lung disease that causes difficulty breathing and often limits regular daily activities. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Recently, the American Lung Association provided a series of patient-focused asthma webcasts featuring clinical speakers, Cindy Fiske and Aliciee Griffith, registered nurses and patient engagement liaisons with GlaxoSmithKline. This is what they had to say about understanding, managing and living with asthma. Q: What recommendations would you make to newly-diagnosed patients and caregivers? A: Everyone can benefit from asthma education. It’s a good idea for those newly-diagnosed to have a conversation with their doctor about asthma basics, as well as to learn the type and severity of their asthma, which will guide their treatment. It’s important to understand that asthma is a chronic (long-term) disease that causes inflammation and narrowing of the airways in the lungs, and that asthma can cause a variety of symptoms, making breathing difficult. Q: How would someone know if they’re asthma is in control? A: Patients should talk to their doctor about how well their asthma is controlled and what signs or symptoms they should track. Lack of control may limit daily activities, participation in strenuous
activity or even sleep, making a discussion with one’s doctor essential. Signs of good asthma control include: • No shortness of breath • No need for rescue medication • No asthma symptoms while waking or at night • No urgent care, emergency department or hospital visits due to symptoms • No missed days from work or school due to symptoms Q: What’s the best way to identify a patient’s type of asthma?
A: Patients should schedule an appointment with their doctor, keep the physician updated on symptoms, and ask if a referral to a specialist would be helpful. This may be necessary for severe asthma, for example, because symptoms may be hard to control with standard therapy. Q: What can a patient or caregiver expect at office visits? A: It’s very important for patients to partner with their doctor to manage symptoms. A patient should be prepared to give a health history with details of their condition, including respiratory symp-
toms, exacerbations, reoccurring and additional health problems, such as allergies or gastroesophageal reflux disease, current medications, frequency of rescue medication use, personalized emergency instructions, their asthma action plan, etc. Doctors should be able to educate patients on treatment options. The more a patient is actively engaged, the more likely they are to get maximum benefits. Patients should let their doctor know what’s important to them and ask their healthcare team about resources and websites providing accurate medical information. Q: What additional resources and support groups are helpful? A: Asthma patients should know they’re not alone. Every new patient can take action and talk to their doctor about asthma, its impact on their life and how to align their goals for treatment. It’s important they create an Asthma Action Plan with their healthcare provider, find support groups, and participate in educational seminars, like those offered by the American Lung Association. While asthma can’t be cured, it can be managed, particularly with support from family, a healthcare team and by connecting with other patients. By visiting lung.org/asthma or asthma.com, patients and caregivers can find more information, tools and tips, as well as support, by joining the American Lung Association’s Better Breathers Network.
Fun Spring and Summer Toys and Games for Kids! (StatePoint) In the warm weather months, you can keep toddlers and preschoolers engaged with these great learning toys and games perfect for the season: • Chalk it Up: With just a colorful set of washable, toddler-safe chalk, your child can create their own artwork on any sidewalk or patio. Or, draw a hopscotch or four square court for active playtime that builds coordination. • Travel Inspiration: Inspire kids who are ready to go places with LeapFrog’s 100 Words About Places I Go bilingual learning book. Featuring age-appropriate words, this interactive book teaches about people and objects in 12 unique places in both English and Spanish. Go to the beach in any season and discover words in two languages about things to bring and surprises to find. The school, the park, the farm, the amusement park and more locations can light up your child’s world and spur their imagination. • Obstacle Course: Transform the backyard into an amazing obstacle course. Toys you have on hand such as hula hoops, Frisbees and bean bags can be used to crePlus
ate different components of the course. • Ice Cream Fun: By pretending to run their own ice cream cart, kids can create a variety of imaginative and tasty-looking ice cream combinations. And the Scoop & Learn Ice Cream Cart helps them build memory and sequencing skills, as it comes with six cute animal order cards that encourage little ones to follow the instructions. The cart also features playful phrases to introduce colors, numbers and flavors, and plays upbeat songs and music when pushed. • Pretend Picnic: Make learning a picnic with the Shapes & Sharing Picnic Basket. Kids can lift the lid to hear cheerful phrases and unpack the colorful plates, forks, cups and food. The interactive shape sorter on the lid recognizes the food pieces and says the shape and color of each one, encouraging kids to drop the correct food in the basket for rewarding responses. W h e t h e r y o u r f a m i l y i s a t h o m e o r o n t h e g o , g r e a t g a m e s a n d t o y s h e l p l i n k l e a r n i n g w i t h f u n . www.bocaratontribune.com
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PBSC launches construction and health science programs to meet industry demands New degree and certificate programs in construction and the health sciences are slated to begin this fall term at Palm Beach State College to meet industry hiring demands. With the Building Construction Management Associate in Science degree and related certificate, Palm Beach State aims to bring muchneeded new talent into the growing construction industry to replenish its rapidly aging workforce. In the health sciences, the A.S. degree and certificate programs in Health Services Management, Surgical Services and Medical Assisting will provide employers with the better-prepared workforce needed to handle the increasing complexities of health care delivery. Fall term classes begin August 23, and prospective students may attend virtual information sessions for the construction programs on June 22, Surgical Services on June 23 and Medical Assisting on July 7. To attend, register at palmbeachstate.campuslabs.com/Engage and search for either “construction” or “health.” The Building Construction Management A.S. degree and Building Construction Specialist College Credit Certificate focus on managing the construction process and high-demand knowledge and skills in construction materials and methods, cost estimating, scheduling and planning, building information modeling, site logistics and more. The A.S. degree includes a summer internship, and the CCC is designed for those who already have a degree and need a faster route to employment.
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“We identified with our construction industry partners that there was a gap in quality candidates for entry-level management positions and used their guidance to develop the curric-
ulum,” said Thomas Gauthier, Ed.D., associate dean for Industrial and Technical programs. “In a sense, these are the industry’s programs. When students graduate, they will have the competencies necessary to launch a successful career in construction management.” Dale Hedrick, founder and CEO of Hedrick Brothers Construction, likes the industry experience of Palm Beach State’s faculty and staff, as well as the College’s affordability. “These programs offer an incredible opportunity for the next generation to learn this valuable knowledge from skilled members of the construction industry,” Hedrick said. “Palm Beach State College is filling a tremendous need to train and educate a workforce that will be the future of our industry.”
The timing is right for students, too. According to Robert Smithwick, executive vice president of operations for Kolter Homes, Florida is the best state for home construction. “This is a great industry. It’s tangible, and financially I think it’s one of the stronger industries that you can go into,” Smithwick said. “With PBSC’s programs, our intent is to rebuild our bench strength and give local students the chance to start and grow a career right where they grew up.” For more information about the construction programs, visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/ career-pathways/pathway-industry. The Health Services Management A.S. degree will prepare students to work on the business and financial sides of health care delivery. Health services managers are critical to the functioning of hospitals, outpatient and rehabilitation facilities, large medical practices and public health agencies. According to U.S. News & World Report, this position is the No. 1 business job for 2021. “Health care facilities and providers are looking for more educated, skilled workers,” said Julia Steff, professor and department chair for health information programs. “Graduates of this degree program will be able to combine accounting skills with business skills, IT skills and health science knowledge. They’ll be able to work with anybody on the health care team, from clinicians to insurance companies.” The Surgical Services A.S. degree replaces
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PBSC’s Surgical Technology clock-hour certificate program and will continue to prepare surgical technologists who, as members of the surgical team, ensure safe, sterile and fully equipped operating rooms in local hospitals and outpatient centers. The transition to an A.S. degree—a nationwide trend in the field—addresses the sophisticated techniques and advanced technologies used in surgeries today, which in turn makes more demands on surgical technologists. The development of the new Medical Assisting Advanced A.S. degree followed a similar path. The College’s Medical Assisting clock-hour certificate has been replaced by the A.S. degree as well as the new Medical Assisting Specialist College Credit Certificate for those who want a faster route to employment. Both the A.S. degree and CCC prepare students for employment as members of a physician’s health care team, capable of handling both clinical and administrative duties. Obtaining any of the new A.S. degrees will also allow students to pursue a bachelor’s degree. Palm Beach State’s Bachelor of Applied Science degree in Supervision and Management has General and Health Management concentrations, as well as tracks in Entrepreneurship and Project Management, and is designed as a transfer option for associate degree graduates to continue their education. As more education is always an advantage, graduates of CCC programs may put their credits toward the A.S. degree in the same field of study.
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Fish for Hope Tournament makes an impact in Boca Raton By: Kathryn Hubbard On June 5th, Place of Hope hosted the 5th Annual Fish for Hope KDW Tournament at the Sailfish Marina in Palm Beach Shores to donate fish to the Boca Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. Place of Hope is a non-profit organization based in Palm Beach County that focuses on providing programs to end the cycles of abuse, neglect, homelessness and human trafficking. Since its inception, Place of Hope has ser ved over 16,000 children, youth and families in need. The 5th annual tournament began at 6:30 a.m. with each fishing boat casting their lines for a chance to catch the heaviest fish. Three different types of fish were eligible to win prizes: dolphin, wahoo and kingfish. For nearly nine hours, anglers casted their lines, caught and weighed fish. The top catches were dolphin and kingfish. Anglers also weighed other varieties such as tuna. The categories were divided into first, second and third places for dol-
phin, wahoo and kingfish. For the dolphin, the heaviest fish was 11.9 pounds caught by Lauren King. The heaviest fish overall was a kingfish weighing 27.5 pounds caught by Chad Noel. After weighing each fish, anglers could choose to donate their fish to the Boca Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. Anglers that donated placed their fish into an ice chest for Marine Education Initiative volunteers to cut. The Marine Education Initiative is a non-profit organization that provides education, hunger and disaster relief services for those in need. So far, the Marine Education Initiative has provided over 4,200 meals. The volunteers for the Marine Education Initiative estimates that sixty pounds of fish will be donated and delivered to the Boca Helping Hands Soup Kitchen. The fish will be cooked and served during meal hours at Boca Helping Hands. The 5th Annual Fish for Hope Tournament is set to make a lasting impact throughout Palm Beach County and beyond.
Tennis Star Coco Gauff Helps Delray Kids As a professional tennis player and fulltime remote student, Coco Gauff saw firsthand the ways that technology could benefit education. While completing classes alongside her rigorous training schedule, she was inspired to provide some of the same tools to students in Delray Beach, where she and her parents grew up. “This community has given me a lot, so it’s definitely important to give back,” she says. Te a m i n g u p with Microsoft, Coco is helping to refresh the main computer lab and build two additional labs in Palm Beach County’s Achievement Centers for Children and Families (ACCF) with the donation of new devices—ensuring that their students will have updated technology available to pursue their own dreams. Due to COVID-19 limitations, Coco used Microsoft Teams to surprise the kids from ACCF with a special event. During the event, Coco helped students complete the new Space Jam: A New Legacy coding workshop, where they learned about game
design. The kids were also able to ask Coco questions to learn more about the rising star from their community, including how she became a professional tennis player and what her favorite subject is in school. “Maybe this can give a kid the opportunity to find their own passions,” Coco said before offering advice to the students. “Make your dreams as big as possible, because you never know how far they will go.” “We are extremely thankful to have been chosen as the recipients for this collaboration. Our students were beyond excited to virtually meet Coco and have the opportunity to ask her questions and talk to her. The new computers and software will allow us to offer more assistance with homework help and even add a specialized program around coding camps for our Summer Camp program. We want to extend an enormous thank you to Coco and Microsoft for this generous contribution.” states ACCF CEO, Stephanie Seibel.
Purple Heart Veteran to Receive MortgageFree Home in Lake Worth, Florida An injured veteran who was injured while serving in Iraq will be receiving the gift of a lifetime, thanks to the nonprofit organization Building Homes for Heroes and JPMorgan Chase. It was during Lance Corporal Chong’s second deployment in Iraq when his vehicle was struck by an improvised explosive device. The blast was so severe that it rendered him unconscious, and he didn’t fully return to his senses until he was in Landstuhl Hospital in Germany two days later. He was soon after transferred to the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Maryland to begin his recovery. Lance Corporal Chong still suffers from a traumatic brain injury from that incident, as well as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), chronic back pain, migraines and occasional seizures. A recipient of the Purple Heart and the Iraq Campaign Medal with two Bronze Campign Stars, among many other commendations, Lance Corporal Chong will receive a mortgage-free home from Building Homes for HeJune 11 - June 17, 2021
roes and JPMorgan Chase that has been beautified and outfitted for his needs. The home will be gifted to Lance Corporal Chong and his four young children in collaboration with the Lake Worth community, including the police and fire departments. Founded by Andy Pujol after he volunteered in the searchand-rescue in the after math of the September 11 terrorist attacks, Building Homes for Heroes is a national nonprofit organization that builds and modifies homes and gifts them, mortgage-free, to veterans and their families. Since 2006, Building Homes for Heroes has modified and gifted more than 255 homes, in national partnership with corporations including JPMorgan Chase, Advance Auto Parts, Truck Hero and Lowe’s, companies that have long been grounded in their support for our nation’s military. Since 2011, JPMorgan Chase has donated more than 1,050 mortgagefree homes to veterans and their families in partnership with nonprofits such as Building Homes for Heroes. www.bocaratontribune.com
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FAU’s Ruth Tappen Names 2021 Alliance World Class Faculty Honoree By: Gisele Galoustian
lege of Nursing’s dedication to caring and advancing science to improve Florida Atlantic University’s Ruth quality of life locally as well as globM. Tappen, Ed.D., RN, FAAN, the ally,” said Safiya George, Ph.D., dean, Christine E. Lynn Eminent Scholar Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing. and professor in the Christine E. Lynn “Alzheimer’s disease affects approxiCollege of Nursing, was recently rec- mately 11.5 percent of Medicare benognized as the “2021 Alliance World eficiaries in Palm Beach County and Class Faculty” honoree by the Great- about 12.7 percent of Medicare bener Fort Lauderdale Alliance. Tappen, eficiaries in Broward County – a nearly a member of the FAU Brain Institute 18 percent increase over the national and FAU Institute for Human Health average. Dr. Tappen’s cutting-edge reand Disease search projects Prevention, reare making a ceived the award significant imduring the allipact in our ance’s mid-year communities. luncheon with We are extrememore than 500 ly proud of this members and well-deser ved guests in atrecognition tendance. The from the GreatGreater For t er Fort LauderLauderdale Aldale Alliance, liance is Browhich speaks to ward County’s the respect and official public/ admiration she private partnerhas g ar nered throughout South Florida.” ship for economic development. Tappen is the author of more than “Dr. Ruth Tappen embodies the ideal Alliance World Class Faculty 113 articles in publications including honoree. Her work has and will con- Aging and Mental Health, JAMA Intinue to improve quality of life for res- ternal Medicine, and Pain Management idents of South Florida and brings a Nursing. In 2020, she was awarded a well-deserved recognition of excel- $5.3 million grant from the Nationlence to the Christine E. Lynn College al Institute on Aging of the National of Nursing at FAU,” said Bob Swind- Institutes of Health for her research ell, president and CEO of the Great- on cognitive change in older drivers. er Fort Lauderdale Alliance. This grant is enabling Tappen and Tappen is nationally and interna- her collaborators to test and evaluate tionally renowned as an innovative a readily and rapidly available, unobresearcher and trusive in-vehicle scholar. Her leadsensing system, ership role, preswhich could proTappen is the author of more than 113 tigious reputation vide the first step and cutting-edge t owa r d f u t u r e articles in publications including Aging research projects widespread, lowand Mental Health, JAMA Internal benefit the biocost early warnmedical, highMedicine, and Pain Management Nursing. ings of cognitive tech and healthchange for many care industries. older drivers in She is a leader in the United States. the field of Alzheimer’s disease and reT he mission of the Greater lated memory disorders (ADRD) and Fo r t L a u d e r d a l e A l l i a n c e i s t o long-term care of older adults. Tap- lead Broward County in buildpen’s research has meaningfully im- ing a stronger and more diverse pacted ADRD in the fields of geriat- economy by stimulating the crerics and gerontology and populations ation of new jobs and capital inaffected by ADRD. Among her many vestment while facilitating the accomplishments is the development, g r ow t h a n d r e t e n t i o n o f b u s i testing and dissemination of an evi- nesses in the county. Ser vices ofdence-based resident and family deci- fered by the Alliance include assion aid titled, “Go to the Hospital or sistance with business relocation Stay Here?,” which has resulted in a 30 or expansion and site selection; percent drop in unnecessary transfers incentive programs and infor mato acute care for nursing homes upon tion; market research; and ser vimplementation of the guide. ing as a liaison for workforce de“Dr. Tappen is one of our most velopment between CareerSource experienced researchers and she ex- Broward, educational institutions emplifies the Christine E. Lynn Col- and the business community. Community
The Fuller Center Opens Summer Camp Registration Continuing its mission to offer safe, enriching, and affordable childcare for working families providing fundamental services to the community, the Fuller Center has announced that spaces are now available for its 2021 Summer Camp program at both Fuller Center locations – East Campus (200 NE 14th Street, Boca Raton); and West Campus (10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton.) Both Fuller Center campuses have been operating under strict safety protocols and have had no spread of COVID since June 15, 2020. SUMMER CAMP INFO: Days: Monday through Friday Dates: Mon., June 21 – Fri., August 6 Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Ages: 5-12 Cost: $140 per week Scholarships are also available through Palm Beach County Youth Services, with those applications due by April 2. ELC vouchers are also accepted. Includes: Breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack, plus field trip admission fees
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Osher LLI at FAU Announces Summer Lecture Series The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Florida Atlantic University in Jupiter has announced a lecture series for the summer semester, which begins Wednesday, June 16. Taught by FAU professors and distinguished guest lecturers, course offerings include such varied subjects as foreign policy, political science, film, music, art history and literature. The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute was established to provide adults of all ages the opportunity to enrich their lives through non-credit, university-level courses with no homework or tests. The summer lectures series will take place on Zoom or in the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute complex at FAU’s John D. MacArthur Campus, 5353 Parkside Dr., in Jupiter, and include: On Wednesday, June 16 at 11 a.m. on Zoom, “An Introduction to the Politics of Hamilton” presented by Kristin Shockley, a senior instructor in the Department of Political Science at FAU. This one-time lecture highlights the ways in which the award-winning musical on Broadway, “Hamilton,” addresses both key moments in our nation’s founding and early political history as well as issues and themes in modern American politics. On Wednesday, June 16 at 2 p.m. on Zoom, “Israel’s Relations with India: The Transformation of Relations” taught by Ralph Nurnberger, Ph.D., a
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SPORTS Sullivan Signs First Recruiting Class Florida Atlantic University women’s bas- man year, Haywood made appearances in ketball first-year head coach Jennifer Sullivan 49 games, while drawing the start in 24 conhas announced the signing of four student- tests. During this past season as a redshirt athletes, as announced on Wednesday. Four- sophomore, Haywood started in all 23 games year college transfers Marta Garcia and Myri- she appeared in, averaging 7.4 points, 3.6 reah Haywood, junior college transfer Kynadi bounds and 1.7 assists per game. She notched Kuykendoll and incoming freshman Simo- seven double-digit performances, including a na Henshaw (who signed in the fall) com- double-double against FAU on Feb. 5, where she tallied 17 plete the 2021points and 12 22 roster. This boards.MH marks Coach The EdSullivan’s first recruiting class wardsville, Ilas a head coach. linois native “ We a r e played at Edvery excited to wardsville High welcome MarSchool where she was a 2017ta, Myriah, 18 Illinois BasKynadi and Siketball Coachmona to Paraes Association dise,” said SulT hird Team livan. “These All-State selecfour address specific needs for us on the court to add to tion. During her senior year, Haywood averour solid returning group. Off the court, they aged 9.9 points and 5.1 rebounds per game. each bring strong character and a competitive The guard led Edwardsville to back-to-back mindset that will help propel our program to 30-1 seasons and state tournament appearwhere we want to be.” ances in her last two years of high school ball. Marta Garcia “Myriah is a long athletic wing, who can Garcia spent her freshman season at the create off the dribble and defend at a high University of Arizona where she appeared level,” said Sullivan. “I’ve had the opportuniin five games. The 21-6 Wildcats went on to ty to follow her career since high school and make a run in the NCAA Tournament and see her growth. I love that she brings C-USA competed in the championship game. experience and has a great understanding of MGThe forward has represented her what it takes to win in our league.” country at a myriad Kynadi Kuykof national events. endoll The Sevilla, Spain naKuykendoll will “We are very excited to be staying in the Suntive played for Segle XXI in 2019-20, welcome Marta, Myriah, shine State after playwhere she was a reging her first two years Kynadi and Simona to at 2021 NJCAA Naular starter, averagtional Champion ing eight points and Paradise,” said Sullivan. Northwest Florida five rebounds per State College. The game. She averaged guard is coming off nine points and four rebounds per game at the 2019 U19 Wom- her sophomore year having averaged 4.8 en’s Basketball World Cup, which helped lead points and 4.2 assists per game, while shootSpain to a bronze medal. Garcia also repre- ing 45.7% from the field and 31.9% from besented Spain at the 2019 U18 Women’s Eu- yond the arc. Kuykendoll started in 24 of the Raiders’ ropean Championships, and played in the 2018 U16 Women’s European Champion- 26 games, averaging 28.6 minutes per game. ships, where her 11 points and five boards Her 100 assists on the season ranked fourth per game led Spain to another bronze medal. in Region VII and 26th in NJCAA. Kuyken“Marta is a strong, skilled post play- doll was a 2020-21 All-Panhandle Conference er with a high basketball IQ,” said Sullivan. Second Team honoree. The Memphis, Ten“She brings size inside along with the ability nessee native played her high school ball at to make plays off the block. Marta also brings Memphis Central High School. Final Four experience as a transfer from Ar“Kynadi is a floor leader who underizona that will help build our winning men- stands how to get the ball into the right people’s hands or create for herself,” said Sullitality.” Myriah Haywood van. “She brings experience and a national Haywood is quite familiar with Confer- championship pedigree from Northwest Florence USA, joining the Owls after three sea- ida CC. Kynadi loves the state of Florida and sons at WKU. After sitting out her fresh- will be a great ambassador for our university.” June 11 - June 17, 2021
FAU Women’s Soccer 2020-21 Season Wrapup
The 2020-21 academic year was affected by many things, and soccer was no exception. Due to the global pandemic, the regularly scheduled fall campaign for Florida Atlantic University women’s soccer was postponed until the spring, and practices and matches were often altered even with the season’s change. Despite all of this, and a difficult start to the season, the Owls hit their stride in conference play, finishing just one point out of the Conference USA East Division lead with a 4-1-1 record, earning the division’s second seed. The season would finish as the program’s sixth winning campaign in a row, and include the team’s sixth consecutive appearance at the postseason C-USA Championship. Four team members earned All-C-USA accolades: First Teamer Gi Krstec, two Second Team honorees in Amanda Martin and Miracle Porter, and Sammy Vitols was voted Third Team. Those four also were tabbed All-Region by United Soccer Coaches, with Krstec
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and Martin chosen Second Team, and Porter and Vitols Third. The team’s net tandem of Cassidy Wasdin and Amit Cohen each earned C-USA weekly honors as Goalkeeper of the Week. Cohen gained C-USA All-Freshman recognition as well, while Wasdin extended the program’s streak of eight straight years with a C-USA AllAcademic honoree. Once more, the program as a whole made it five years in a row earning the United Soccer Coaches Team Academic Award. With eligibility changes in place concerning the move of the season to the spring, normally departing seniors have the option to come back, and the Owls look to take advantage with the return of Krstec, Porter and Vitols. The vast majority of the 2020-21 team – along with a new incoming class – will take the pitch together again this summer in preparation for the regularly scheduled ‘21 season, to start in the fall as per normal in August.
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Tate Earns Academic All-District Honors
Palm Beach Atlantic Women’s Soccer’s Jaycie Tate has earned Academic All-District first team honors from the College Sports Information Directors of America. This is the first time Tate has earned All-Academic honors in her career. She majors in Psychology and becomes the sixth player in Sailfish women’s soccer history to earn CoSIDA Academic All-District honors. It is the second consecutive year the program has been represented on the first team. Tate, along with the rest of the Sailfish squad, did not get to participate in a
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championship season in the 2020-21 school year; however, the team did get to compete throughout March. At the start of the spring, PBA hosted the NWSL’s Washington Spirit for preseason training and played the pro team in a scrimmage at the Rinker Athletic Campus. The ‘Fish ended March with exhibition matches against SSC foes, Florida Tech and Barry. After tying against the Panthers, PBA defeated Barry, 3-0. Tate served as the Vice President of the PBA Student-Athlete Advisory in 202021 and looks to return to the pitch for the Sailfish this fall.
Schanuel is a Freshman AllAmerica Honoree
Adding on to his list of postseason accolades, Florida Atlantic University baseball’s Nolan Schanuel has now been named a Collegiate Baseball Freshman All-America honoree, as announced by the publication on Wednesday. Schanuel was Second Team All-Conference USA and a C-USA All-Freshman member after a season where he led the Owls and ranked among league and national leaders with 56 RBI. He batted .343, with
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11 doubles and 11 home runs, slugged .576 and reached base at a clip of .444. Nearly all these numbers were on C-USA hitting leaderboards, and he also paced FAU with 24 multi-hit games, while ranking second with 16 multiple RBI efforts. Prior FAU players recognized as Freshman All-America by Collegiate Baseball have been Schanuel’s current teammate Mitchell Hartigan (in 2019), Steven Kerr (2014) and Mickey Storey (2005).
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