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Humble Beginnings

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“A Diamond in the Rough” Cindy Marisol Gallegos recently joined Border Eco magazine. She is a Nogales native, currently attending Cochise College. Her goal is to complete an Associate's Degree in Education at Cochise College and then transfer to the University of Arizona to complete a Bachelor's Degree. Her passion is writing. She believes writing is an important skill to aquire, as it allows us an infinite ability to communicate. It is a skill that requires practice. She finds it rewarding working for Border Eco as she is able to write stories about different community leaders in Nogales who are trying to make a difference. She highly admires creativity and believes it is important to always think out of the box.

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Schools-Cochise College Students, “Making A Difference”

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“Together We Can End Domestic Violence”

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“Walk to End Domestic Violence”

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Education-”Humble Beginnings”

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Government-”Santa Cruz County Attorney Taking A Stand On Bullying”

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Health-”Working Towards Improving Health In Our Border Community”

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Nutrition-Vivir Mejor!”Helping People Make Healthy Choices”

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“Student Coalition Making a Difference”

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Special Programs-”Music and Rhythms Bring Harmony”

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Clubs-Nogales Rotary Club, ”Dictionary Project”

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Visibile Economic Growth in Santa Cruz County After the economic recession, we witnessed a large number of businesses disappear in Santa Cruz County as a result of it. Now we slowly see big franchises, and locally owned businesses opening in our area. This is a clear sign of economic growth. We are witnessing a surge of new stores and restaurants slowly making their way into our small city of Nogales, Arizona.

Among those are brand new store chains like Aeropostale, P.S., Shoe Carnival and Aaron’s, all opened within the same shopping center. For months, we’ve watched tentatively as construction crews have been working on a new building next to Holiday Inn and the Best Western Sonoran Suites. Roster Wings restaurant will open at the site. Another new restaurant in downtown Nogales, right across from the Mexican Consulate.

The new Chinese restaurant Canton is now open for business.

Not all of the businesses opening in our area are constructing new buildings. A few have found existing spots to occupy. Gorilla Pizza took over the old Sonic building, which was recently known as Los Picadientes. The other is Toscanos this a brand new Italian restaurant opened its doors after the Kibo sushi bar restaurant closed. Another new restaurant opening soon, in front of Pizza Hut is Canton a Chinese restaurant currently hiring to open its doors within the next few weeks.

Perhaps another sign of visible economic growth is the arrival of Ace Hardware next to Safeway. Not only does it demonstrate that larger, well established companies have noticed

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the potential growth in Santa Cruz County, but it also shows that there is room for competition. Although Ace does not offer all the products and services Home Depot offers. Although, their location and store size

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offers something most big box stores cannot seem to accomplish, which is convenience. At the new hardware store it’s easy to find what you’re looking for and the friendly staff is always available and ready to help.

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Another business to undergo major change is the Oasis Cinema. The local theater was recently bought by another company from Kansas.

The lobby was completely remodeled along with the menu options.

Washington Federal took over the local Bank of America branches, customers were forced to accept the change or switch to another local bank. Washington Federal did work hard to make the transition easy for its customers by sending them notifications of this change. By the time the change came about customers bank accounts were easily transferred so they would be able to use their new bank accounts.

One other visible sign of economic growth is the remodeling of Cropper’s Chevy Buick and GMC dealership. They underwent a massive remodeling. Though some changes can be clearly seen just by driving

by Grand Avenue, the biggest difference is on the inside. The showroom, parts department, waiting room and even the bathrooms offer an aesthetic appearance and level of comfort rivaling even the larger dealerships of Green Valley and Tucson.

Are all the recent changes and additions a sign of local economic growth and/or progress? Absolutely, but the real question is will these businesses remain open.

It basically depends on us, with each new store, shop, or restaurant that opens it brings jobs to county.

These are just a few of the reasons why we need to shop locally, this ensures our tax dollars stay within Santa Cruz County.

We Need you to be part of our Community “This is your opportunity to shine” Be a part of our “Border Eco community Facebook Campaign.” Border Eco would like to invite community members to please post a picture on our Facebook account and encourage friends to like their picture and us on Facebook. Each month we will feature a picture of any community member who helps us generate the most likes on our Facebook page.

We will feature your picture, a brief interview on our magazine and Facebook page. This will help us build our fan base, while at the same time help put you on the spotlight. Remember likes have to be directly your photo and our page in order for your picture to be selected.

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A True Public Servant For decades our politicians have classified themselves as public servants without really knowing what a public servant signifies. It is easy to articulate but a hard act to follow.

Dora Taddey a Nogales native doesn’t only know what the word public servant signifies but has also dedicated herself to more than 15 years working in public service. Ms. Taddey a program coordinator for SACASA not only knows what a public servant is but works tirelessly to make sure her actions clearly model that of a public servant.

Dora Taddey has been managing the domestic violence and sexual assault program for SACASA since 2005. She currently works with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault for immigrant populations. Ms. Taddey has been working in this field for more than 8 years. She enjoys being able to help and refer clients who are in need, due to a domestic violence situation, sexual assault case or abuse. Clients seek her assistance for finding assistance in food, clothing and temporary shelter. Ms. Taddey has been resourceful working closely, with other community partners to help connect individuals in need with resources.

Besides working directly with clients, her role involves educating the community about the prevention of domestic violence, self-advocacy, and teen dating violence. Ms. Taddey also coordinates trainings for law enforcement, non-profit organizations, government, and behavioral health organizations to help bring state and national trainings to help educate working professionals on how to work with victims of domestic violence and sexual assault.

“Community members can also help to educate others on domestic violence and sexual assault by attend-

ing free trainings we offer to the community,” said, Ms. Taddey. We continuously provide trainings throughout Santa Cruz County on technology, advocacy, and victim safety. These types of programs and events educate the public on domestic violence and sexual assault.

Ms. Taddey also has a program she has been coordinating since 2005. It is “The Giving Turtle” she has been helping children and families in need during the holidays.

Every year she works tirelessly with families in need in helping to connect them with resources. She works with families to find out what their needs are and works with organizations to help find sponsors to help those families in need during the holidays. Sponsors pick a child they would like to sponsor for Christmas. The giving turtle asks families in need to provide a list of the 3 main things their child would like to receive for Christmas. Dora Taddey collects the information and provides the information to sponsors. The sponsor picks a child to sponsor for Christmas. The only information sponsors are given is the age, size of clothing and the 3 items the child would like to receive for Christmas. Sponsors pick a child or children they would like to sponsor.

Help make a child’s Christmas special this year, help sponsor a child in need.

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participate in “The Giving Turtle” please contact Dora Taddey at (520) 860-0676 or email her at: gueradt1964@gmail.com

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Cochise College Santa Cruz Student Coalition “Making a Difference�

This year the Santa Cruz student coalition would like to make an impact in the community. They are working towards making a difference for victims of domestic violence. The coalition is not only hoping to promote awareness but also help these women who are in need by doing a food drive. These donations will go directly to the local Domestic Violence Shelter. The student coalition is asking the community for their support. They want to make the community aware they can make a difference by helping to support the local shelter.

The donations Cochise College students are requesting are mostly canned or boxed. The drive is also to help these women with daily cleaning & grooming supplies such as paper towels, toilet paper, toothbrushes, toothpaste, baby diapers (all sizes), feminine care items, trash bags, dish soap, laundry soap, shampoo, conditioner, and hair brushes. The goal of the student coalition is to make a difference for victims of do-

mestic violence and wishing them the best for holidays. If interested in participating please contact Jesus Atondo at: jesus_atondo16@hotmail.com.

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“Together We Can End Domestic Violence” The Santa Cruz County Attorney Office and the Victims Services along with the Community Coalition Response (CCRT) team hosted its annual conference at the Esplendor Resort on October 29, 2014 from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. The conference “Together We Can End Domestic Violence,” was held during the month of October to promote Domestic Violence Awareness. The Santa Cruz County Attorney Office along with the CCRT group worked throughout the year to help plan this conference. The conference

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had approximately 108 people in attendance. The conference had several presenters with expertise in the field. It also included a special recognition awards for individuals within Santa Cruz County who have dedicated themselves to helping victims of domestic violence. Several organizations within the county that work with victims of domestic violence were also in attendance.

“Walk to End Domestic Violence” The Victims Services Division from the Santa Cruz County Attorney’s Office in collaboration with the Santa Cruz County Community Response Team & Task Force Against Family Violence (SCCCRT) held the “Official Proclamation and Candlelight Vigil,” on Monday, October 6th from 5:30 p.m.-7:30 p.m. After the official ceremony that was very well attended by the public, the “Walk to End Domestic Violence,” took place. It started from the county complex, to Grand Avenue and Mariposa Avenue ending at the initial site. Many supporters and organizations in attendance participated in the walk to show their support. This is an annual event. Every year more and more

people are in attendance demonstrating their support to end domestic violence in our community. For more information in participating in this event or to volunteer, please contact Nidia Solorzano from the Office of the Santa Cruz County Attorney’s Victim Services Division at (520) 375-7780.

The Santa Cruz County Attorney George Silva participating in the walk.

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Ribbon Cutting by Sheriff Tony Estrada and Chief Derek Arnson

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Humble Beginnings A great educator creates a sense of community and belonging. These are just among the few characteristics that describe Sue Neilsen, Director of Cochise College. She is an exceptional life-long educator, who has dedicated herself to empowering students all of ages to achieve their dreams. She has worked in the educational field for 43 years.

Ms. Neilsen grew up in Utah where she came from a hard working family of farmers. Like many families during this period, the family struggled to make ends meet.

In 1969, she moved to Arizona, after divorcing along with her 1 year-old son. Lucky for her she was able to land a job as a secretary at a career education site for her excellent typing skills. This job helped to support her son and herself.

While working as a secretary for the school during the day, she started attending school in the evenings at the University of Arizona. She would later complete a Bachelor's in Psychology making her the 1st in her family to graduate with a college degree. She also holds a Masters in Educational Psychology, along with certificates in counseling and administration from the University of Arizona.

"I am deeply grateful for the opportunities I had, I don't think I would have had the same opportunities if I had lived in another place," said Neilsen. Her track record as an educator is extremely impressive, as she has worked with students from all ages in Santa Cruz County. Ms. Neilsen started working as a high school educator in 1981. She

began teaching at the old high school building before the school moved to the facility on Frank Reed Road where she taught and was a counselor until 1988.

Ms. Neilsen then transferred to Pierson Middle School, where she taught and was a counselor from 1988-1994.

During this time she worked on completing her administrative certification.

While working with middle school students she was offered a job as a college instructor for Pima Community College

to picking out the school mascot. She found, hands-on how much work and dedication goes into starting a school from scratch.

Many might not be aware of her impressive track record as the 1st woman to take the role of city manager in Nogales. She worked for the City of Nogales from 2001-2003. While in office, she implemented policies that changed the hiring process for the City of Nogales. This opened the door for qualified professionals to apply for jobs with city. These policies help our city hire qualified individuals who met the requirements for a particular city position.

This helped improve the way business is conducted within the City of Nogales, while also opening new opportunities for growth.

Sue Neilsen-Humble Beginnings where she taught psychology in the evenings. After receiving her administrative certificate, she worked as an assistant principal and athletic director at Nogales High School.

In 1996, she was offered the opportunity to be the first principal of Bracker Elementary. She found this job very challenging but at the same time very gratifying. This gave her an opportunity to learn how to structure a school from picking out the school's colors

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After working as city manager for the City of Nogales, she decided to go into retirement.

Nine months later, she saw the position for Director at Cochise College open in Santa Cruz County and decided to apply for the position. Cochise College has been in existence for 11 years now. The college moved from the old courthouse to the Sykes Calling Center Building, in August 2013.

Now the college has not only expanded its facility but also the number of students attending the college.

She hopes that within 10 years, the college will continuously supply the county with a knowledgeable and skilled workforce. This eventually contributes to the economic development of Santa Cruz County helping to keep us competitive and setting the educational level up enticing big companies to invest in our area and workforce.

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She is clearly a great inspiration for many young single working mothers.

She knows through her own life experience, the challenges many students face on a daily basis. Life can be extremely challenging for those students who are working, raising a family, and going to school at the same time. I admire those students who are consistent, I understand firsthand what they are going through," said Ms. Neilsen.

It is through hard work and perseverance she was able to defy the odds. Ms. Neilsen is a role model for many, as she has demonstrated from time to time, her lifetime commitment to improving the educational system within Santa Cruz County. Great educators work tirelessly to create a challenging, nurturing environment for their students and this is exactly what makes Sue Neilsen a great one.

Mrs. Neilsen with her staff

Santa Cruz County Attorney taking a stand on bullying....

We hear often in the news how bullying has taken center stage. We are continuously bewildered by some of the atrocious acts kids today participate in. We hear often from parents and students about bullying in their schools. There are many programs focused on the prevention of bullying. Schools, law enforcement, and many organizations are aware of the need to work together in collaboration to help decrease the number of bullying incidents among our schools in Santa Cruz County.

We are extremely lucky here in Santa Cruz County to have a county attorney who is involved in the community. George Silva the Santa Cruz County Attorney along with Cenpatico helped to bring “Rachel’s Challenge” to school district #35 in Rio Rico, Arizona.

The nationally recognized program was spearheaded

by Rachel’s Scott father and stepmother after the Columbine shooting in 1999.

Rachel Scott was a victim of the Columbine shootings in Denver, Colorado.

her death called the “Code of Ethics,” in this piece she challenges readers to become a part of a chain reaction by promoting kindness and compassion. Her parents have continued to promote her message as a means to eliminate prejudice.

Her message is very clear promote kindness and compassion, to create a chain reaction where it will impact our young people to help change our school’s environment.

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you can make a difference,” said Lynch. Rachel was killed for no apparent reason, but promoting her message of kindness can be extremely powerful. It only takes one person start the chain reaction.

Students were not the only ones impressed by this program. Teachers and staff felt the presenter’s message made a huge impact on the audience. “The message of promoting kindness and compassion also resonates among our teachers and school staff,” said Cesar Miranda Principal of Coatimundi Middle School.

Rio Rico High School

The program was intended to create a chain reaction of kindness and compassion, to help create a safe environment within our schools. The presentations took place in two different sites, the first at Coatimundi Middle School in Rio Rico, and the other at the Rio Rico High School.

Students learned about creating a chain reaction in their schools, where they later had an opportunity to participate in a hands-on training.

Fred Lynch one of the presenters, speaking on behalf of

the program, has known the Scott family since the program started.

“The power of one individual can actually make a difference if they believe in creating a chain reaction,” said Lynch.

Students were extremely engaged with Lynch’s presentation and his message of creating a chain reaction. The message is simple, if you want to change your environment you have to start with yourself. “Being kind to your classmates and those around

Several other local organizations participated in this event by providing information and resources to students where they can seek help if dealing with anxiety, suicidal ideation, and depression. These are common symptoms often associated with bullying. Those organizations included Community Intervention Associates, Pinal Hispanic, Circles of Peace, and Corazon.

Coatimundi Middle School Students participating in Rachel’s Challenge “ The Chain Reaction”

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“Working Towards Improving Health in Our Border Community” Mariposa Community Health Center for several years has worked in collaboration with our sister city in Nogales, Sonora, Mexico, to help improve the health of our border community.

During the week of October 6-10, 2014, the Consulate General of Mexico in Nogales, Arizona, and Mariposa Community Health Center celebrated the “11th Annual Border Binational Health Week” and the “14th Binational Health Week” at the Mexican Consulate located at 135 W. Cardwell Street in Nogales, Arizona.

Both organizations worked together to host the “Salud es Movimiento / Health is Movement” campaign. The campaign consisted of providing a weeklong series of health education and health promotion activities for

our community. The activities included: yoga, rumba, aerobics, medical screenings, and workshops that provided information on the “Affordable Care Act”, influenza, diabetes prevention and obesity. The main function of these free workshops, activities, and health screenings is to improve the health and well-being of underserved families within Santa Cruz County. The weeklong series of health activities and workshops closed with a celebration at the Farmer’s Market on Morley Avenue.

Jamie Sullivan at Mariposa’s Family Learning Center: (520) 287-3330. For more information about the “Binational Health Week”, please contact Rosie Piper at Mariposa’s Health and Wellness Department, Platicamos Salud at: (520) 375-6050.

For more information about the Farmer’s Market, please contact

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Vivir Mejor! Helping people make healthy choices Making healthy food choices is not so easy to do, especially when you are dining out. Many local restaurants do not offer customers low calorie menu choices. Oftentimes, the only options are foods high in calories and fat. Thanks to “Vivir Mejor”, a Mariposa Community Health Center initiative, many customers will be seeing new items added to the menus. This will give customers an opportunity to make healthier food choices.

Vivir Mejor! is an initiative introduced

by Mariposa’s Health and Wellness Department, Platicamos Salud. The initiative is spearheaded by Rosie Piper, Healtzh Promotion Manager, and Patty Molina, Disease Prevention Manager, along with other community partners.

The program started in 2011 through a federally funded grant. The grant funding will end within a year but the Health Center will continue to keep the program running in Santa Cruz County.

The purpose of the program is to encourage local restaurants to become members of the “Vivir Mejor” initiative and include low calorie food choices on their menus. There are currently three

Nogales restaurants participating in this health initiative: Bella Mia, Las Vigas, and Zulas.

Health Center has these types of programs that will help improve the health of residents living in Santa Cruz County.

“Our goal as a healthcare organization is to help to reduce the impact of chronic disease in the community,” said Patty Molina, Prevention Manager. The idea is to start with restaurants then eventually work with local grocery stores. The participating local restaurants will soon be offering healthy menu options, identified by a red heart symbol. Customers will also have the option of substituting a side order with vegetables or replacing salad dressing with low fat or low caloric options.

Las Vigas is another one of the local restaurants participating in this program. They have also added a couple of healthy menu choices on their menu.

“We are so proud of the participating restaurants that are leading the way for others,” said, Rosie Piper, Health Promotion Manager. The program’s goal is to also encourage locally owned supermarkets to be a part of the health initiative. “We would like for locally owned supermarkets to place fruits and vegetables in the checkout area and front entrance, instead of having chips and soda. This will probably be a huge challenge, but we believe in the importance of creating a system where health will be our top priority in Santa Cruz County,” according to Patty Molina, Prevention Manager for Platicamos Salud. For more information about this health initiative or to become a member of this program please contact: Rosie Piper, rpiper@mariposachc. net or Patty Molina, pmolina@mariposachc.net or call (520) 375-6050.

Zulas is one of the restaurants participating in the program, and owner, Melina Felix “believes it’s important for customers to have healthy food options.” She feels implementing such a program will help raise awareness about eating healthy. Ms. Felix is looking forward to adding different healthy menu options that include the heart symbol.

Angie Lopez, owner of Bella Mia, is also excited about the idea of having options for customers wanting to change their eating habits. “It’s an excellent idea to encourage customers who normally do not dine out because of their diet limitations to dine at our restaurant. Our restaurant already has on their menu two healthy choice plates for our customers. We are offering grilled chicken with vegetables, as well as salads.” Ms. Lopez supports the idea of local restaurants participating in this program. She believes it is great that Mariposa Community

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Cochise College Student Coalition hosts a “Halloween Bash” Halloween is a night filled with monsters, ghosts, haunted houses, and of course candy. At Cochise College it was a night for dancing, singing, and plenty of food to go around.

On October 30th Cochise College hosted its yearly Halloween Bash from 4-9 p.m. it was organized by the Cochise College Student Coalition. Members of the coalition included Jesus Atondo, President, Vanessa Montoya, Cindy Iniguez, Edna Campos, Ernesto Rodriguez, Josue Flores, Sergio Murrieta, and Mariylnn Ahumada.

The event was held at the Cochise College Student Union. The purpose of this event was to promote unity within the college and at the same time promote healthy choices. The student coalition decorated with lights and plenty of scary imagery, which was donated by Cenpatico.

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from drinking and driving. According to Hingson (2009), “Approximately 1,825 college students between the ages of 18 and 24 die from alcohol-related unintentional injuries, including motor vehicle crashes.”

There were approximately 26 Cochise College students in attendance. The event was open to all young people within Santa Cruz County. The items being sold were pizza, cupcakes, sodas, fruit punch, oranges with saladitos, and mudslides, sponsored

by Sue Nielsen. The proceeds from these sales go directly to the student union.

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was the individual who spearheaded the event. “We wanted an event filled with fun activities for students to enjoy the night. We also wanted to let students know we care about their well-being.”

The event included lots of activities such as Karaoke, dance battles,

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dance performances, fear factor, pie contest, and bobbing for apples.

“I think students who were in attendance really enjoyed themselves,” said, Atondo.

The student coalition really made an effort to make this event exciting for students. Ernesto Rodriguez did an excellent job as the DJ it gave attendees an opportunity to dance the night away. Jesus Atondo was one of the first to perform a choreographed dance to the song Europa by Monica Naranjo. He received a standing ovation from attendees. The Cochise College Student Coalition continuously organizes events to help engage young people in healthy activities that promote overall well-being. If interested in being a part of the coalition or for more information please contact Jesus Atondo at jesus_atondo16@hotmail.com.

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Our law enforcement promoting “Red Ribbon Week Campaign” in our schools...

Every single sector from law enforcement was represented at the Desert Shadows Middle School presentation.

“Operation Detour” held on Friday, October 24, 2014. Santa Cruz County law enforcement joined forces in an effort to promote their “Red Ribbon Campaign.”

Desert Shadows is the 5th school they visited, they will be having a total 9 performances throughout the school district.

“Operation Detour” is a presentation for

young people where they learn about the long-term consequences of getting involved with the selling and distribution of drugs. The main purpose of this campaign is to teach young people about the dangers of getting involved directly or indirectly with drug cartels. Adolescents are often the target of drug cartels because of their accessibility to their peers.

Border Patrol Office, Dean Delap organized these presentations in an effort to teach young people about safety and the dangers of getting involved in drug trafficking. Presenters included George Silva, Santa Cruz County Attorney, and the

Honorable Judge Kimberly Corsaro.

Mr. Silva’s presentation focused on the legal implications associated with involvement in drug trafficking. The law stipulates regardless of age if caught smuggling or distributing drugs, the individual will face prosecution.

According to Silva, “If the crime was committed before the ages of 18, minors will still face legal prosecution.” Mr. Silva wants to make sure young people are aware of the legal consequences associated with drug possession and trafficking. Our legal system has made it Judge Kimberly Corsaro took time off her busy schedule to participate in this campaign.

She spoke about the many cases she comes across of young people that pass through her court system who are involved in drug smuggling and trafficking from Santa Cruz County.

Young people regardless of age, will face sentencing for their involvement on this type of criminal activity.

to students how their trained German Shepherd is able to find drugs in cars, backpacks and other storage areas. Students really enjoyed the presentation.

The school principal Judy Molera closed the presentation by thanking all the guest speakers for their attendance and contributions. “This information is extremely helpful, as it will help young people in making future choices.”

Officers Zuniga and Flores from the Nogales Police Department were also presenters. They both work directly with the Nogales Canine Unit. They gave an extraordinary presentation, demonstrating

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Music and Rhythms Bring Harmony "My Words and Rhythms" with Gale Holzhauer from Different Drums Learning Designs, an inclusive event for families and children with special needs. The “Special Needs Family Drumming Circle� was hosted by the Santa Cruz Parent Love Connection, which took place on Saturday November 15th, 2014 at the Nogales Arizona Public Library. The Santa Cruz Parent Love Connection a support system of parents blessed to have a child with Down syndrome and other special needs in the Santa Cruz County. For more information please call Maria Scholnick at 285-6112 or Angelica Hernandez at 313-4233 visit their Facebook page https://www. facebook.com/pages/the-santa-cruz-parent-love

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Lincoln Lions continue to SHINE! Through the use of Pillars of Character Education and Sharing is Caring ideas, students came together to collect 1927 pounds of non-perishable food items for the community food drive, sponsored

by UNISOURCE! Norma Lucero, Administrative Assistant, UniSource Energy Services, has been teaming up with Lincoln Elementary for the past years to do a food drive.

Students collected food items from each classroom.

The top three classrooms with the most pounds collected of food are named the winners of a prize given by UNISOURCE! This year, the school partnered with the Senior Citizens Center. The donations were delivered to the center by UNISOURCE staff, along with Lincoln staff. Student Council officers, as well as the sponsor (Ms. Mayra Garcia) and the principal, Dr. Lucina A. Romero, walked to the center to officially donate the items. It was a very proud moment for Lincoln students and staff as they watched almost a TON of food leaving the school campus.

Lincoln School would like to thank students and their families for their generosity! Lincoln Lions SHINE! Stucco Students with Ms. Garcia

Nogales Rotary Club Dictionary Project Last week members of the Nogales Rotary Club delivered a total of 615 dictionaries to third grade students in eleven local schools. The Dictionary Project was founded in 1995 by Mary French of Charleston South Carolina. To date over 20 million dictionaries have been donated to students all across the United States through the generosity of Service Club organizations like Rotary International.

The reason third graders are chosen for this project is that at this age children have learned the basics of reading and they are now ready to go from just rote repeating to actually learning from and applying what they have read to problem solving.

What is a dictionary and why is it important that a young student know how to use it. Let’s start with a definition. Webster says: “A dictionary is a reference source in print or electronic form containing words usually alphabetically arranged along with information about their forms, pronunciations, functions, etymologies, meanings, and syntactical and idiomatic uses”.

science, and hundreds of other things. In other words, their world just got a whole lot bigger.

The Nogales Rotary Club would like to thank those in the community who donate their time and money so that they club can sponsor these worthwhile projects. We would also like to thank the following Rotarians who participated: Leslie Lawson, Maria Castillo, Paul Hathaway, Mike Scott, Diane Scott, Nohe Garcia, Jorge Leon, Tony Estrada, Greg Lucero, Edgar Cordova, Derek Arnson, Paul Bracker, Roy Bermudez, Adalberto Villaescusa, Rudy Pina, and Sigrid Maitrejean.

“Third grade students”

That is a lot of stuff and if you don’t know what “idiomatic” means, then like me you can find a dictionary and look it up. To Rotarians giving the gift of a dictionary is an opportunity to help children expand their universe beyond the confines of the City of Nogales. For some of these children this book will be the first book they have ever owned. With it they will be able to learn more about human history, animal lore,

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