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Mayor Scott Singer discusses building recertification and future city plans

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Officers shoot man with knife at University Commons

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Lynn collaborates with Kaplan to expand online programs and adult learner reach

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Palm Beach Schools Superintendent Donald Fennoy Quits

By: Kathryn Hubbard

On July 13, Mayor Scott Singer hosted a town hall at the Downtown Library in Boca Raton to address city wide concerns and answer questions about building recertification and transportation.

The event was the first in-person town hall since the beginning of the pandemic. Residents of the city were eager to discuss how the city plans to address building recertifications.

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Boca Raton Public Library to Donate Books During Drive-Thru Food Pickup

Construction begins on new residence hall at Lynn University

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As Boca Helping Hands (BHH) pantry bag clients pick up their groceries, they will receive free books, compliments of the Boca Raton Public Library who is donating approximately 125 books for both kids and adults, with representatives from the library handing out the books to families in the pick-up line on Thursday, July 15, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

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As Boca Helping Hands (BHH) pantry bag clients pick up their groceries, they will receive free books, compliments of the local library.

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• As Boca Helping Hands (BHH) pantry bag clients pick up their groceries, they will receive free books, compliments of the local library. The Boca Raton Public Library is donating approximately 125 books for both kids and adults, with representatives from the library handing out the books to families in the pick-up line on Thursday, July 15, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

• On July 8 at 9:15 p.m., Boca Raton Police responded to a call regarding a suspicious person with a knife outside of the Barnes & Noble in University Commons, a small shopping mall across the street from Florida Atlantic University.

• On July 13, Mayor Scott Singer hosted a town hall at the Downtown Library in Boca Raton to address city wide concerns and answer questions about building recertification and transportation. The event was the first in-person town hall since the beginning of the pandemic. Residents of the city were eager to discuss how the city plans to address building recertifications.

• Lynn University is collaborating with Kaplan, Inc., one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers, to support enrollment and student success in online undergraduate degree programs beginning Fall 2021. Kaplan provides online and technological enablement and analytics, while Lynn designs and implements the curriculum.

• ormer Duke University women’s basketball coach Joanne P. McCallie, now an author and advocate for mental health awareness, will speak to students in Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business on July 22.

• Lynn University alongside its finance, development, design and construction teams officially broke ground on a new residence hall. The $40.5 million building will provide affordable, university housing for 342 upperclassmen. It’s set to open for the Fall 2022 semester.

dean of the Burton D. Morgan College of Aeronautics.

• This summer, a group of Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches Project Grow elementary-aged girls completed their first 5K race through Girls on the Run, a program dedicated to empowering girls through lessons and running. The race, which took place at John Prince Park, wasn’t about placements or times. Rather, it was about the invaluable lessons the girls learned through the program, which began in early April.

• Four Hooters Girls from South Florida are part of the top 20 finalists selected to compete live for the title of 2021 “Miss Hooters” and a cash prize of $30,000 on Thursday, July 29 in Orlando.

• Palm Beach Atlantic will launch a Master of Science in Health Science in the spring to prepare compassionate, dedicated professionals for work in the healthcare field.

• Starting on Thursday morning, Bolay is celebrating its opening by giving the first 100 visitors $50 worth of Bolay for the next three days.

• Designed to enable kids of all income brackets the opportunity to experience superior, personalized education, Fuller Center, a not-for-profit organization focused on early childhood development, has been approved to open a new private elementary school, The Fuller Academy, launching this fall on Fuller Center’s West Campus at 10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton.

• Narbona, a specialty food market and restaurant, will open its third U.S. location at Boca Center in the 9,000 square foot space formerly occupied by Joseph’s Classic Market. Boca Center is located at 5150 Town Center Circle in Boca Raton.

• The Council of Independent Colleges (CIC) and the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History selected Dr. Roger Chapman to participate in a special American history seminar on “The American Civil War: Origins and Consequences.”

• Mike Petroski has been appointed interim July 16 - July 22, 2021

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COMMUNITY Boca Raton Public Library to Donate Officers shoot man with knife at University Commons Books During Drive-Thru Food Pickup Distribution at Boca Helping Hands By: Gillian Manning

On July 8 at 9:15 p.m., Boca Raton Police responded to a call regarding a suspicious person with a knife outside of the Barnes & Noble in University Commons, a small shopping mall across the street from Florida Atlantic University.

The Boca Raton Police Department issued a press release stating that two officers arrived at the scene where Jordan Thompson, 29, stood outside of the Barnes & Noble. The police department stated that Thompson aggressively approached the officers while holding a knife. Officers then tried to de-escalate the situation verbally and told him

As Boca Helping Hands (BHH) pantry bag clients pick up their groceries, they will receive free books, compliments of the local library. The Boca Raton Public Library is donating approximately 125 books for both kids and adults, with representatives from the library handing out the books to families in the pick-up line on Thursday, July 15, from 9 am to 12:30 pm at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432.

This is the second book distribution that has occurred this summer. Prior to COVID-19, the Boca Raton Public Library would periodically host a “story time” reading program during BHH’s Thursday Night Family Dinners. With the BHH dining room not yet reopened for in-person dining, the library decided on the book donation as a way to continue their community involvement.

With the help of members of the Friends of the Boca Raton Public Library, a nonprofit volunteer organization that provides financial support to the library’s programming efforts, they are now able to donate books to BHH clients.

“Access to books, and especially books in the home, is so important to developing and maintaining strong reading skills,” said Shilo Perlman, Library Assistant (Events & Community Engagement) at the Boca Raton Public Library. “Some of our community members may not have the means to get to the library right now, so the Boca Raton Public Library and the Friends of the Library decided to bring the library to them!”

“We are so happy that our friends at the library have found a way to truly enrich the lives of families who are just trying to find a way to get by,” said Greg Hazle, Executive Director of Boca Helping Hands.

About Boca Helping Hands Boca Helping Hands (BHH) is a communitybased nonprofit that provides food, medical and financial assistance to meet basic human needs as well as education, job training and guidance to cre-

to drop his weapon.

Thompson did not let go of his knife and an officer then tasered him, the police department said. The taser was ineffective. Thompson then lunged at the officers, knife in hand, prompting the other officer to shoot him multiple times.

Thompson was taken to Delray Medical Center in critical condition. He has been charged with two counts of attempted second-degree murder of a law enforcement officer.

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) is currently investigating the shooting and the two officers involved have been placed on Critical Incident Leave.

ate self-sufficiency. Through its various programs, BHH assists over 27,000 people annually.

BHH distributes more than 80,000 pantry bags each year at five Palm Beach County locations and serves over 90,000 hot meals annually, six days per week. The organization expands access to affordable medical, dental and behavioral care through its partnerships with Genesis Community Health (serving clients at clinics in Boca Raton and Boynton Beach) and Florida Atlantic University’s Christine E. Lynn College of Nursing Community Based Clinics (serving residents in West Palm Beach). In addition, BHH sends weekend meals home with food-insecure elementary school students via the BHH Backpacks Program and assists working families with the rising cost of childcare through the Children’s Assistance Program (CAP).

With an increased focus on client self-sufficiency, BHH awards scholarships for qualified candidates to attend accredited vocational training classes that prepare them for careers in the healthcare, information technology, construction, and transportation industries. BHH also offers free English as a Second Language (ESOL) classes, courses in nutrition, and other life skills. In addition, staff and volunteer mentors counsel the unemployed and underemployed in basic workplace skills and help them polish resumes and search for jobs.

Boca Helping Hands is a partner agency of The Town of Palm Beach United Way. Since 1945, the Town of Palm Beach United Way has been committed to improving lives and building strong communities throughout Palm Beach County by focusing on programs and priorities that promote education, health, and financial stability.

Charity Navigator named Boca Helping Hands a Four-Star Charity for the 15th consecutive year in June 2021. Boca Helping Hands is located at 1500 NW 1st Court, Boca Raton, FL 33432. For more infor mation, please visit BocaHelpingHands.org. www.bocaratontribune.com

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resents the 89th House District in the Florida Legislature, attended the town hall to On July 13, Mayor Scott Singer host- share what the state is doing for building ed a town hall at the Downtown Library in recertification.

“Even though our legislature will not Boca Raton to address city wide concerns and answer questions about building recer- meet until next year, we are not waiting until the next session to act,” said Representatification and transportation.

The event was the first in-person town tive Caruso. “I volunteered to be on a comhall since the beginning of the pandemic. mittee for condominium restoration and I Residents of the city were eager to discuss am working with the Speaker of the House how the city plans to address building re- and the Governor to provide a state-wide solution.” certifications.

Other concerns that residents disMayor Singer informed attendees that the city will vote on an ordinance that will cussed included speeding and accessibiliadd more recertification measures for high- ty to public transportation. With the new Brightline location rise buildings. Disopening in 2022, cussions on the pothe mayor discussed tential law will take “This new ordinance will other transportation place on July 26 and have a shorter time period for opportunities.

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Lynn collaborates with Kaplan Former Duke Basketball Coach, to expand online programs and Joanne P. McCallie, to Address FAU adult learner reach Students Lynn University is collaborating with Kaplan, Inc., one of the world’s largest and most diverse education providers, to support enrollment and student success in online undergraduate degree programs beginning Fall 2021.

Kaplan provides online and technological enablement and analytics, while Lynn designs and implements the curriculum.

T h i s i n i t i a t ive builds on Lynn’s mission to provide an innovative, global and personalized education, leveraging technology and strategic opportunities. Empowering students with an industry-leading iPad-powered curriculum, the online bachelor’s degree currently offers 14 majors such as air traffic control, aviation, business administration, criminal justice, education, international business management, professional pilot and psychology.

“Kaplan has the proven ability to provide the online services necessary to help us achieve the educational goals for our growing student population,” said Lynn President Kevin M. Ross. “Together, we can evolve and ex-

pand the university’s capabilities to serve students in a way that meets their needs and life circumstances. Our pioneering spirit compels us to explore new methods, new markets and new approaches that will position Lynn and our students for the future.”

Lynn and Kaplan plan to expand online offerings in the future to meet evolving student and industry needs.

Gregory Marino, CEO of Kaplan North America, said, “We’re proud to work with Lynn University and engage Kaplan’s bestin-class capabilities to advance the university’s mission and support the delivery of a worldclass online educational experience.”

Since the start of 2020, Kaplan has helped partner universities launch more than 100 online offerings including degrees, credentials and certificates. A leading Managed Services Provider in the higher education industry, Kaplan provides a wide range of innovative education services and online program enablement, including strategy, marketing, course design, technology and advanced analytics.

By: Paul Owers Former Duke University women’s basketball coach Joanne P. McCallie, now an author and advocate for mental health awareness, will speak to students in Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business on July 22.

McCallie, known as Coach P, will address the “Managing the Sport Enterprise” class, part of FAU’s MBA Sport Management program. The virtual presentation beginning at 7 p.m. also is open to the general public, but pre-registration is required here.

“Throughout my life and career, I have always cherished the advice I’ve gotten from others,” McCallie said. “Mentorship matters, and I look forward to sharing stories about my coaching career and journey with mental health. Hopefully, students can learn from my experience.”

Before stepping down prior to the 2020 season, McCallie spent 13 years at Duke, winning three Atlantic Coast Conference titles and three ACC Coach of the Year awards. She also was head coach at the University of Maine and Michigan State University, reaching the National Championship game in 2005 with Michigan State

and being named the National Coach of the Year by the Associated Press. Her overall coaching record is 646-255.

During the pandemic, she wrote a book, “Secret Warrior,” about her own experiences with bipolar disorder. In a February interview with Robin Roberts on ABC’s “Good Morning America,” McCallie told Roberts she originally was in denial about her condition.

McCallie also explained that now is the appropriate time to tell her story because it would have served as a distraction to her teams when she was coaching.

James Riordan, Ph.D., director of FAU’s MBA Sport Management program, reached out to McCallie as part of an ongoing speakers’ series. He has organized executive and celebrity presentations in recent years to augment classroom instruction.

“We are honored, grateful and excited to provide the opportunity for our students and friends of FAU to hear from such a renowned and iconic women’s college basketball coach,” Riordan said. “Coach P offers insights on her amazing career and how she addressed mental health issues. She is a true champion and advocate for those dealing with and managing this condition.”

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There was no room for Sadness at “Mother Blues” Concert For several years, the S.D. Spady Cultural Heritage Museum held a gathering in their Delray Beach backyard to observe Juneteenth, the day slaves in Galveston, Texas, were notified of their freedom, two years after slavery was abolished.

But this year, they decided to host a blues concert featuring Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen at the Arts Garage, downtown Delray Beach. The recent visit was Cohen’s second to the city.

“When Mother Blues visited us the first time, we fell in love with her energy and personality on the stage. She is a true blues singer, telling stories through lyric and song, of pain, perseverance, struggle, passion and joy,” Museum Director Charlene Farrington said in a release. “Juneteenth is a great occasion to celebrate having her back with us.”

The event was a much welcome attraction considering people were just venturing out after being cooped up in their homes for more than a

year.

Cohen, whose blues singing has taken her to Europe, Australia, South America and New Orleans, is more than a singer. The 63-yearold entertainer engaged the audience throughout the entire 90-minute show.

With her signature stage look - her brightly colored wigs and matching brightly colored costumes - she brought them in by having them to stand and stretch then she belted out a dose of Ben E. King’s “Stand By Me.” Throughout her presentation, they listened, some sang along and some danced.

The velvet voice blues musician unfurled the tapestry of her life experiences to her audience in soulful words and a mixture of jazz with some blues, gospel and show tunes infused.

Cohen was in town for a three-day residency, which included a performance for seniors at the Pompey Park Seniors Club, a virtual session on Friday evening and a “Talk Back” session about

women and music following the show.

Her story is just as interesting as her music.

The North Carolina native was introduced to music at the age of six on her uncle’s house porch.

She grew up in New Jersey and years later while in college, she cut her teeth as a blues singer at a club in Atlantic City.

“They loved me, and the rest is history because I’ve been singing the Blues ever since,” Cohen said in the release.

She also worked as a table games dealer in the casino industry in Atlantic City. Cohen later moved to New Orleans seeking casino work but the casinos in the Big Easy were pale compared to the ones she left behind in Atlantic City.

Nurtured by the music and culture of New Orleans, her singing career took off, and for years, she entertained six nights a week in the Crescent City including the House of Blues.

In 2005, she lost her home in Hurricane Katrina and was forced to relocate to North Caro-

lina to be closer to family. Misfortune struck again in September 2016 when a fire destroyed herEast Spencer, NC, home. Gone were her collection of wigs, computer with her music, instruments and a room full of art and artifacts dedicated to New Orleans.

Thanks to the Music Maker Relief Foundation, a nonprofit that supports working Southern musicians, she was able to rebuild. The Foundation also was her savior after her Katrina saga.

The pandemic also took a toll. Her brother, who helped carry her equipment to her gigs, contracted the virus while he was a patient at a nursing home in North Carolina. Cohen visited the nursing home and played outside his window during the pandemic.

She was grateful to her audience and the Spady Museum staff for their support.

While the trauma she experienced is woven in her shows, there is no room for sadness at any of them. Pat “Mother Blues” Cohen is still committed to her art and to making her audience feel g o o d .

POSITIVE LIVING Dr. Synesio Lyra

Don’t Ignore Your Dreams!

You have to dream if your dreams will ever come true!

Some may take a long time to be realized, but the wait will be worthwhile! Others may surprise you by their swiftness in coming to pass. Still others may just linger in your memory, without ever becoming reality, or simply by not unfolding as originally hoped for!

Dreams cannot be bought nor sold. Neither can they be stolen! They are very personal though their fulfillment normally affects not just the dreamer’s life, but a larger company of people. Brazilian psychiatrist and author, Augusto July 16 - July 22, 2021

Cury, has written extensively about dreams. In one place he states that “life without dreams is a river without a source, a beach without waves, a morning without dew, a flower without perfume.”

Someone has also commented that “many people know what they want out of life, but few turn their dreams into a carefully planned success map.” But how can that be effectively achieved? By pondering on each dream, you can gradually discover helpful ways of bringing them to fruition, by making them concrete in your experience.

Good dreams are born and prosper in a fertile imagination, in a joyous life, in a tranquil mind even if surrounded by external noises and conflicts.

Dr. Maya Angelou acknowledged that reality in her own life when she reflected: “I knew that if God loved me, then I could do wonderful things. I could try great things, learn anything, achieve anything. For what could stand against me, since one person, with God, constitutes a majority?”

By the way you feed your mind, by the nature of your daily thinking, you can actually construct positive dreams

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and decisively proceed toward its unfolding. Develop solid friendships and acquaintances which can help you cultivate and nurture your dream fields, and contribute to accompany many a sprouting into reality. Acting in a contrary manner will only cause nightmares, some of which may be hard to eradicate.

To d a y, n e w d r e a m e r s still live on, positively impacting a large company of persons who benefit from the concrete effects of their d r e a m s ! Yo u c a n a l s o b e numbered among them!

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Palm Beach County Leads in Rental Assistance Spending as Eviction Moratorium is Expiring Palm Beach County Commissioner, Robert Weinroth, wants residents of our county to know that we are leading the state in providing funding to those in need of rental assistance according to the U.S. Department of the Treasury. (Florida is highlighted on the report along with participating counties. U.S. Department of the Treasury) Eligible residents can apply for rent, utility and relocation assistance.

The eviction moratorium issued by the Center for Disease Control will expire on July 31, 2021. Individuals who may be impacted can apply for rental assistance at: RentalAssistancePBC.org.

To qualify for aid, the applicant must rent in Palm Beach County and at least one person in the home must prove loss of income either directly or indirectly due to COVID-19.

Households must also be at or below 80% of the Area Median Income. Those qualifying for unemployment who can demonstrate a risk of homelessness or housing instability and/or have incurred significant costs due to COVID-19 may also be eligible.

Priority is for the unemployed or those who have received an eviction notice.

If a tenant’s eviction is filed in court, the renter will be referred to the Legal Aid Society Palm Beach County or Florida Rural Legal Services). These agencies will work to provide free legal assistance and representation in landlord/tenant matters. Those eligible may receive assistance with past due payments.

In order to apply for rental and/or relo-

cation assistance, an applicant must provide: - evidence of COVID-19 direct or indirect impact - evidence of risk of homelessness or housing instability - evidence of income eligibility - valid government issued ID - Social Security Number for all household members. A copy of applicant’s social security card required. Case Manager may require copies of all household members’ social security cards.

Rental support may be paid up to three (3) months in advance and income must be recertified for each three-month period.

For rental assistance, landlords must be registered as vendors with Palm Beach County. Utility assistance is for electric, water, gas, sewer, trash removal and energy costs for eligible rental households only.

Applicants must submit all required documentation to expedite approval.

In-person assistance and mobile outreach are available for individuals who: - Lack computers or internet connection; or, - Lack the skills needed to use a computer; or - Have language barriers or developmental disabilities; or - Face other barriers preventing access the online application portal for rental assistance.

To view a detailed list of eligibility requirements and the mobile outreach schedule call 561.355.4792 or visit RentalAssistancePBC.org

Rick Boxx

A friend I will call Tim made a critical mistake during his process of hiring a key executive. After the hiring proved to be a failure, Tim admitted that in this situation, he had neglected to adequately communicate his organization’s purpose and values during the recruitment and interview process.

After six months, it had become evident the new executive, despite very impressive professional credentials, did not fit the established culture of Tim’s company. When the executive was resigning, he told Tim, “I know your faith was mentioned during my interview, but I did not take it seriously. Had I better understood, I could have told you then that it would not work.”

Tim either presumed the interviewee would understand the faith-related values that served as a foundation for the company’s operations, or in perceiving this executive had the job expertise and experience the company needed, he chose not to emphasize them.

Many companies have found it prudent to express and reinforce their corporate values on mission and values statements. These serve as reminders for employees of what the organization stands for and what it holds as top priorities. In the hiring process, particularly for key individuals, it can be very helpful to introduce these written documents and briefly review them.

This serves to candidly state from the start what the company’s leaders believe and the philosophy to which they ascribe, and also gives the potential hire an opportunity to evaluate whether those values are ones that he or she can sup-

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port.

This does not mean prospective employees must be aligned spiritually with company owners or leaders, such as in a privately held, family-owned business.

In many instances, laws prohibit discrimination on the basis of religious belief.

However, if a job applicant cannot embrace corporate values such as integrity, fairness, customer service, quality, honesty and excellence, it is best to determine that before a hiring mistake is made to the detriment of everyone involved.

Jesus Christ addressed this when He said in Mark 4:21-22, “Do you bring in a lamp to put it under a bowl or a bed?

Instead, don’t you put it on its stand?

For whatever is hidden is meant to be disclosed, and whatever is concealed is meant to be brought out into the open.”

Again describing beliefs and values in terms of light, Jesus also said, “You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden…. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven” (Matthew 5:14-16).

A highly effective, harmonious corporate team not only has people of different talents and abilities working together, complementing one another.

They also ascribe to similar values and share a common sense of mission. If you expect your staff to model company values and represent them appropriately to customers and suppliers, it would be wise to emphasize them clearly during interviews. In articulating and impressing values on members of any organization, there is no better place to start than at the beginning.

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Hundreds gather all over South Florida to support Cuban protests By: Lauren Do Nascimento Hundreds of people in Palm Beach County have rallied in support of the Cuban people. According to WFLX, protests have been breaking out all over South Florida and Plam Beach County since July 11. Many have gathered and protested Cuba’s communist regime at the intersection of Forest Hill Boulevard and Military Trail to show solidarity.

Many Cubans and Cuban-Americans have expressed their frustration with Cuba’s government in these protests. “That today, they decided to go out on the street. And I want my people to know that we are with them,” says Yunel Leyva. “No more misery, no more hunger and no more abuse and police abuse.”

“I want there to be justice because honestly over there, we’re killing ourselves. Like the government is killing the people,” says Elianny DeArmas. “They don’t let us communicate with them. There’s nothing. No sort of communication, they don’t let us help them.

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There’s nothing.”

Local Cubans and supporters of the protests have held up signs that say ‘Patria Y Vida’ or ‘Homeland And Life’ to continue with their protest of Cuba’s government. Many locals are hoping that the Cuban people will know that they are being supported in South Florida.

President Biden has also released a statement about the protests. The statement reads: “We stand with the Cuban people and their clarion call for freedom and relief from the tragic grip of the pandemic and from the decades of repression and economic suffering to which they have been subjected by Cuba’s authoritarian regime.

The Cuban people are bravely asserting fundamental and universal rights. Those rights, including the right of peaceful protest and the right to freely determine their own future, must be respected. The United States calls on the Cuban regime to hear their people and serve their needs at this vital moment rather than enriching themselves.”

Palm Beach Schools Superintendent Donald Fennoy Quits After just over two years as the district’s 26th superintendent, Palm Beach County school superintendent Dr. Donald Fennoy announced his resignation today.

In a letter to school board members, Fennoy said that he plans to step down from his $300,000 a year job effective Oct. 11.

Fennoy, 44, said the decision to vacate “this honorable position was made after careful thought,

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discussion with my family, and self-reflection.”

He also said he is proud of the work the team has accomplished over the last five years as well as the ongoing commitment to ensuring academic excellence for the district’s students.

Fennoy served as the Chief Operating Officer for two years prior to being named superintendent in March 2018.

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How to Connect With Loved Ones in 2021 (StatePoint) In a pandemic year marked by distance, loss and virtual stand-ins, Americans have become more intentional about connecting with family and friends. Here are a few ways technology can help you show you care in 2021.

• Applying modern twists on old traditions: It’s no surprise that some of the traditional ways we share sentiments and make memories are getting exciting new twists. For example, the innovative new greeting card company, Hello Video, is offering an easy, high-tech way to share special sentiments with family and friends, near or far. Whether you are wishing your parents a happy anniversary, or just want to tell someone how much you miss them, here’s how it works: 1. Visit hellovideocard.com and browse cards by holiday and occasion.

2. Select a card and add a personalized message and photo.

3. Record and upload a video.

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create memories, Hello Video offers cards for major holidays, birthdays, as well as “just because” and “thinking of you” sentiments.

This innovative technology captures priceless moments and memories to create a shared experience. All cards are $9.99 (which includes shipping and handling), plus tax.

• Collaborating on music selections: You don’t need to be in the same room

or even on the same continent to experience the joy of listening to music together. Streaming music services are allowing friends to create collaborative playlists that can be enjoyed any time.

• Sharing a taste of home: At a time when travel options have been limited, longdistance food delivery is making it possible to share the delicious tastes of your city or region with loved ones residing far away.

From New York City bagels to Texas barbecue, sharing a food connection can help you feel physically close, even when you’re apart.

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While spills that occur at home can instantly and easily be treated by flushing the garment under cold water (don’t use hot water as it can cause the stain to set), when you’re on-the-go, you’ll need a fast solution that doesn’t require a wardrobe change.

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A good quality stain removal pen can save the day, but only if you’re prepared. To be ready for every situation, consider keeping a stain remover pen in your desk or workplace, in your everyday purse or bag, and in your carry-on suitcase when you travel.

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Construction begins on new residence hall at Lynn University Lynn University alongside its finance, development, design and construction teams officially broke ground on a new residence hall. The $40.5 million building will provide affordable, university housing for 342 upperclassmen. It’s set to open for the Fall 2022 semester.

The project is in collaboration with Capstone Development Partners, a national student housing developer, and its team through a public-private partnership. The design-build team includes Design Collective, Donahue Architecture and Design, and Gerrits Construction. Brailsford & Dunlavey serves as an advisor to the university, while Capstone Management Partners provides asset management, facility maintenance and custodial services in partnership with Lynn.

“Lynn is experiencing positive growth and making progress toward completion of its Lynn 2025 strategic plan, which includes enhancing our housing facilities,” said Lynn President Kevin M. Ross. “Partnering with leaders in the student housing industry allows us to quickly add on-campus residences for upperclassmen who are essential to our vibrant college community.”

The residence hall will include apartment-style units with living areas and kitchens.

The primary unit will have four bedrooms and two bathrooms. Two-bedroom and studio apartments also will be offered. Project amenities will include a community kitchen, TV lounge, flexible workspace, multi-purpose room and quiet study lounges. Each space

will be designed to create a vibrant living and learning environment that aids in student development and builds a greater sense of community for upper-division students.

Supporting Lynn’s Apple Distinguished School designation, students will use mobile technology for entry access.

U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED

Silver standards will guide construction and design. Sustainable features will include solar sunshades, low-E glazing, high SRI roof material, low-flow fixtures, a high efficiency HVAC system and LED lighting. Builders will use locally sourced materials where possible, including an energy-efficient concrete plank and concrete masonry unit structural

system. The private interior courtyard is designed to include native plantings and water-conserving landscaping.

The project is financed with nonrecourse, tax-exempt bonds. Capstone worked with Citi to help coordinate the financing, and Provident Resources Group is the nonprofit owner.

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Lynn University appoints Mike Petroski as interim dean for aeronautics Mike Petroski has been appointed interim dean of the Burton D. Morgan College of Aeronautics.

Petroski joined Lynn in 1989 as a faculty member in the College of Business and Management. The Apple Distinguished Educator has served in several leadership roles at the university, including academic dean and director of faculty development and academic assessment. He earned his private pilot license in 1989, and his return to the Boca Raton Airport puts him back in familiar territory.

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“I learned to fly in the same location that today is our College of Aeronautics, so this is like coming home again,” said Petroski. “I look forward to working with our talented team of flight instructors and professors to enhance our programs and ultimately prepare students for successful aviation careers.”

Petroski has played an instrumental role in the faculty’s creative use of technology at Lynn, and he will apply that experience to build a strong leadership team and continue to grow the university’s aviation programs.

Mora Tabbed as CSCAA Scholar AllAmerican Alicia Mora of the Florida Atlantic University swimming & diving team has been named to the 2021 College Swimming & Diving Coaches Association of America Scholar All-American Team, as announced by the CSCAA. This is the first honor of its kind for Mora, who attained Honorable Mention distinction.

Mora medaled in each of her three events at the 2021 Conference USA Swimming & Diving Championships. The sophomore tallied a bronze medal on the 1-meter, 3-meter and platform to earn All-C-USA Third Team on each, while breaking the

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school record on the 3-meter (336.25). Mora qualified for the NCAA Zone B Diving Championships on all three events, while earning a finals spot on the platform.

In the classroom, Mora achieved a 4.0 GPA this past semester as an international business major. The Madrid, Spain product is a two-time C-USA Commissioner’s Honor Roll recipient, as well as a President’s and Dean’s List honoree.

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Adopt-A-Family Project Grow Local Hooters Girls Selected to Compete Students Complete Girls on the Live at the Miss Hooters Pageant for Run 5K the Title of Miss Hooters and Cash Prize This summer, a group of Adopt-AFamily of the Palm Beaches Project Grow elementary-aged girls completed their first 5K race through Girls on the Run, a program dedicated to empowering girls through lessons and running. The race, which took place at John Prince Park, wasn’t about placements or times. Rather, it was about the invaluable lessons the girls learned through the program, which began in early April.

“Every training session had a message for the girls, reinforcing that anything they put their mind to, they can do,” said vol-

unteer instructor Ann Olberding, who led the Girls on the Run sessions with them.

With the support of a handful of agency staff and AmeriCorps volunteers, the runners participated under a blue sky and near-perfect conditions.

Ultimately, said Olberding, “everybody was a winner today.”

To learn more about the positive programming Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches provides to students through Project Grow, please call (561) 253-1361 or visit www.adoptafamilypbc.org.

Four Hooters Girls from South Florida are part of the top 20 finalists selected to compete live for the title of 2021 “Miss Hooters” and a cash prize of $30,000 on Thursday, July 29 in Orlando.

The local Hooters Girls who earned a spot to compete in the 24th annual Miss Hooters Pageant are are Gianna Tulio, Boca Raton (Miss Boca Raton), Jenise Lebron, Fort Lauderdale (Miss Fort Lauderdale), Uniqua Shantell Burch, Doral (Miss Miami) and Sloan Miavitz, Sarasota (Miss Sarasota). There will be a total of 20 Hooters Girls from across the country participating in the pageant at the Hooters on International Drive.

Gianna Tulio who resides in Delray Beach has been working at the Boca Raton Hooters for four years.

In her spare time, Tulio loves traveling and getting to explore the dif-

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PBA Offers New Graduate Degree for Health Science Professionals Palm Beach Atlantic will launch a Master of Science in Health Science in the spring to prepare compassionate, dedicated professionals for work in the healthcare field.

The new master’s degree prepares healthcare professionals with education and practical experience that will further their professional goals. The program also readies students for graduate and professional schools by offering a competitive education.

Students in the master’s in Health Science will choose from two specialty concentrations: biomedical science or healthcare administration and leadership. The program is unique in that it contains the core course “Faith and Science,” and all courses incorporate the Christian faith in the curriculum. The degree can be completed in four semesters, with flexibility for non-traditional students.

Led by Dr. Chris Hickey, the Master of Science in Health Science is an innovative, interdisciplinary collaboration of several academic disciplines already offered at PBA: biomedical science, pharmacology, biostatistics, healthcare policy, and faith and science. At the conclusion of the program, each graduate will complete a capstone project showcasing individual growth and achievement.

“This new and exciting graduate program was designed with a forward-thinking mentality to meet anticipated de-

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mands in the healthcare industry,” Hickey said. “Graduates will be better-positioned to make their own positive impact in the health sciences at both the local and global levels.”

The M.S. in Health Science program is tailored to provide the students with a variety of courses that fit their interests. Students complete eight common courses and choose a concentration with four courses.

Graduates are prepared to exercise their skills in laboratory and clinical research science, epidemiology, biostatistics, healthcare administration, healthcare consulting, healthcare project management, regulatory affairs, genetic counseling, exercise physiology, recreational therapy, health education and community health outreach.

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oretical and empirical knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, humanities and Christian faith to support ethical decisionmaking for optimal health outcomes, said Hickey. They will collaborate with leaders in healthcare disciplines to develop solutions for identified health needs at the local, regional and global level, and demonstrate the ability to critically evaluate and interpret scientific data.

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SPORTS Cooley Steps Down as Head Softball Coach After leading the Palm Beach AtAfter her first season was cut short lantic softball team through two un- in 2020, Cooley led PBA’s return to precedented seasons, Jessica Cool- the field in 2021, finishing with a 17ey has announced that she will be 12 record and PBA’s first appearance stepping down from her position of in the NCAA South Region rankhead coach of the Sailfish. ings since 2018. Under her watch, “I am grateful for my time to PBA boasted four All-SSC honorees coach at Palm Beach Atlantic Univer- with Abbey Busby and Meredith Milam earning sity,” CoolAll-Region ey said. “My recognition heart is so from the full and has NFCA and been exD2CCA. panded treBusby was mendously also named by each stuSSC Pitcher dent-athlete of the Year that I have on her way coached to earning at PBA. I A l l - A m e ram forever in each of ican status t h e i r c o rin 2021.

Prior to PBA, Cooley spent 10 ners and will be their biggest fans as they continue in the classroom, years with the Mississippi State Union the field and in pursuit of their versity softball program. She joined dreams after softball. My family and the Bulldogs staff in the fall of 2013 I are excited for our new chapter, after a standout four-year career on but we will always have a place in the diamond. She was heavily inour hearts for Palm Beach Atlantic volved in all aspects of the MissisUniversity.” sippi State softball program after Cooley is moving to Indiana shifting her role from a student-athwith her husband Michael Brown, lete. She helped to prepare schedules the former Senior Associate Athlet- and recruiting visits while also manic Director for External Operations aging the operating budget and helpat PBA, as he being to instruct during practices gins his new poand games. sition as the As“I can’t thank Jessica enough She left sociate Athletic S t a r k v i l l e as Director for Opfor accepting God’s call to serve one of the best erations at PurPBA,” PBA Director of Athletics power hitters in due Universityschool history.

Fort Wayne.

Courtney Lovely Evans said Cooley is still “I can’t thank the only playJessica enough for acce pting er in SEC hisGod’s call to serve PBA,” PBA Di- tory with four multi-home r un rector of Athletics Courtney Love- games in a single season and her ly Evans said. “She was not only our 27 career home runs rank sixth in head softball coach for the last two school history. Her best year came years, but she served as a mentor in her junior season where she hit and spiritual leader to her student- .310 with 15 homers while drivathletes and countless others in the ing in 41 and slugging .614. That Sailfish family. I pray God’s richest year she was named a CollegeSblessings upon her and her husband portsMadness Third-Team Allas they make their transition to In- American while also earning an SEC Player of the Week honor on diana.”

The Sailfish recorded a 32-23 March 5 and a USA Softball Colrecord in two seasons with Cooley legiate Player of the Week honor. at the helm, including four ranked Cooley was named to the All-SEC wins in her tenure. Both seasons Freshman team in 2010 and was an were shortened due to the Covid-19 Academic All-SEC selection durpandemic, but Cooley served as the ing her time with the Bulldogs. She leader for the squad during those dif- was additionally named to the SEC Community Service Team in 2013. ficult times.

Heather Bowie Young to Lead FAU Women’s Golf

Coming off one of the best seasons in program history, Florida Atlantic University women’s golf looks to continue its upward trajectory, as Vice President and Director of Athletics Brian White has announced the hiring of new head coach Heather Bowie Young.

“I would like to thank Brian White, Mary Giardina and Chris Ryder for giving me the opportunity to lead the FAU women’s golf program,” said Bowie Young.

“FAU is the perfect place for aspiring golfers to develop their skills, because of the exceptional weather and facilities. As a coach, I am looking forward to creating an environment where the student-athletes can continue to grow both as golfers and as people. The success of last year’s team makes this an exciting time to continue building the FAU women’s golf program. I am looking forward to Winning in Paradise!”

For the last five seasons, Bowie Young has been the top assistant at a successful Clemson program. The Tigers advanced to NCAA Regionals in all four possible postseasons (the only exception being the unfinished 2019-20 campaign) and finished with two national Top 25 rankings. She also helped lead the 2017 squad to a fifthplace regional finish, allowing the team to advance to its first ever NCAA Division I Championship tournament.

This past season, Clemson finished fourth or better in four of five regular season tournaments, placed sixth in the ACC Championship, and qualified once again for an NCAA Regional. Two Tigers finished within the Top 25 individually at that regional as well.

Prior to her coaching career, Bowie

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Young was a highly successful player, both on the amateur and professional levels.

Collegiately, she earned three NCAA trophies, with two team titles at Arizona State and as the 1997 NCAA individual national champion with Texas. Additionally, she was BIG 12 individual champion and Player of the Year and was a First Team AllAmerica honoree. Combined, she won nine individual tournament titles while earning All-America honors all four years of her collegiate career.

During a 16-year career on the LPGA Tour, Bowie Young earned 28 top-10 finishes and the 2005 Jamie Farr Owens Corning LPGA Classic title. She also was a member of the 2003 United States Solheim Cup team, and as recently as two years ago, qualified for the United States Women’s Open.

“We are thrilled to welcome Heather Bowie Young to Florida Atlantic University,” said White. “Her experience will serve her well in her mission to continue building our women’s golf program toward national prominence. We were blown away by Heather’s plan for our program and passion for student-athlete success during the interview process. We believe our women’s golf team will greatly benefit from her coaching style, as well as the expertise she can offer as a 16-year LPGA Tour member, an NCAA individual champion and a four-time AllAmerica performer.”

Bowie Young takes over an FAU team that in 2021 set program records in team stroke average and earned the highest Golfweek ranking in history. The squad’s sixthplace finish at the 2021 Conference USA Championship was also its highest, and the team featured the C-USA Women’s Golfer of the Year as well as its second NCAA Regional individual participant ever.

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Murray, Rivera Taken in MLB Draft Men’s and Women’s Tennis Earn ITA Academic Honors

Tuesday’s third day of the 2021 Major League Baseball Draft saw two Florida Atlantic University players taken, as third baseman B.J. Murray was selected in the 15th round by the Chicago Cubs, while righthanded pitcher Javi Rivera was chosen by the Cincinnati Reds in the 20th round.

With only the exception of the shortened five-round 2020 draft, this marks at least one Owl being drafted in 15 of the last 16 seasons.

BJ Murray Murray became the 100th draft pick in FAU baseball program history when he came off the board at No. 454.

The third-year sophomore, and native of Nassau, Bahamas, was chosen following a breakout 2021 campaign. The All-Conference USA Second Team member started all 57 games, batting .317 with an FAU-high 14 home runs (fourth in CUSA) and 52 RBI (second on the team and 12th in C-USA). He also finished fifth in the conference with 41 walks, and eighth slugging .584, both numbers leading the Owls.

Javi Rivera

Taken in the final round Tuesday, with pick No. 600, Rivera’s first season with the Owls saw him make a team-high 14 starts.

He posted an unblemished 7-0 record, including a 5-0 mark against C-USA foes.

Those seven total wins were eighth best among league pitchers, and his .248 average against was 13th. He also led the Owls with 70 strikeouts, recording a high of nine against Charlotte at the CUSA Championship, and he threw two complete g a m e s, t o taling eight strikeouts in each of those outings.

Murray becomes the third Owl ever to hear his name called by the Cubs franchise, after Kyle Miller in 2015, and eventual big leaguer Jeff Beliveau, taken in 2008 (and debuting for the team in 2012). Rivera is the fourth Reds draftee, the most recent being Robert Orton in 2004. He would join current Reds farmhand Francisco Urbaez in the organization, as he signed as an undrafted free agent after last year’s shortened season, and debuted this spring.

By: Cole Helman The Palm Beach Atlantic men’s and women’s tennis teams have each earned All-Academic team status from the Intercollegiate Tennis Association.

T h e ITA recognized 80 men’s t e a m s and 104 women’s programs f r o m NCAA Division II. To be eligible to be an AllAcademic team, the program must have a team grade-point average of 3.2 or above. PBA women’s tennis boasted the highest GPA in the department with a 3.66. Sailfish men’s tennis recorded the highest GPA by a PBA men’s team in 2020-21 with a 3.47.

Between both teams, 15 studentathletes were recognized as ITA Scholar-Athletes. Frida Alsterhem, Elvira Edstrom, Estefani Fernandez, Quinty

Janssen, Rebecca Keijzerwaard, Anabelle Robichaud, Verena Weindl and Jasmine Williams were eight of 711 athletes awarded from NCAA Division II. Edstrom, Fernandez, Keijzerwaard, Robichaud, Weindl were honored as scholar-athletes for the second consecutive year.

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