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Allen Tate’s annual public education fundraiser hits $1.52 million mark South Charlotte company’s 2014 events bring in $145,000 for local public schools by Josh Whitener josh@thecharlotteweekly.com

The program served as an opportunity for Charlotte Christian students to give back and create a “giving” community within the school, Giller added. “We think it’s important for (the project) to be all ages because we want our youngest students, who are 5 and 6 years old, to have a chance to interact with our oldest students, who are 17 and 18 (years old) because they’re role models for them,” Giller said. “We want to build that community that we’re all here for Christian education together.” Lynn Carlson, a Charlotte Christian parent and volunteer with Together We

Allen Tate Company has spent the last 17 years raising funds to support public schools throughout North and South Carolina. The south Charlotte-based company’s agents and employees recently hit the $1.52 million mark of funds raised for public education throughout the Carolinas through its annual FUNday events, raking in $145,000 from this year’s FUNdays alone. The annual event takes the form of a field day, tailgate picnic, community workday and evening reception, according to a news release from Allen Tate. Agents “pay to play” when they participate in FUNday events, thus generating the funds used to support education. “I am always impressed, but never surprised, by the commitment and generosity of our agents,” Pat Riley, president and chief operating officer of Allen Tate, said in an email. “This past series of FUNday events also demonstrated to me how extremely innovative and resourceful they are. FUNday has become not just a day of play, but a year-round mindset of giving.” This year’s FUNday events, which took place earlier this fall, were held as four separate regional events including an evening reception in Greenville, South Carolina; a red-carpet

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Charlotte Christian students packed backpacks with books, food and personal notes to be delivered to CMS students in need. Courtney Schultz/SCW photo

Charlotte Christian helps those in need Charlotte Christian students pack backpacks for Title I schools by Courtney Schultz courtney@thecharlotteweekly.com

Charlotte Christian School students found their giving spirits last week through a backpack program with Together We Feed and Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina. Students donated books and small toys and wrote personal letters to fill drawstring backpacks along with food donated by Second Harvest. The students packed a total of 1,265 backpacks,

which will be distributed to five CMS Title I schools in the greater Charlotte area, during a packing event on Friday, Dec. 12. “We recognize that all of our students and we as a community are all very blessed, so we want our students to recognize their blessings and part of the responsibility that comes with that is to give back to those who may not be as fortunate,” Charlotte Christian Head of School Barry Giller said. “This program specifically allows our students to recognize there are families and kids in Charlotte that are in need of basic resources and that’s food included.”

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Traditions furniture and design expanding South Charlotte business adds 2,200 square feet of space by Josh Whitener josh@thecharlotteweekly.com

Sharon Garfield was working alone out of the sunroom of her home when she started her interior design business in 1992. Fast-forward nearly 23 years, and Garfield is now the owner of Traditions, a furniture and interior design business located at the Park Road shopping center in south Charlotte. The store has operated out of its 5,500-squarefoot storefront for the past nine years, and recently expanded by adding 2,200 square feet of space and an array of additional products. “I’ve basically gone from a 6-by-12 (-foot) space (in my home) into 7,700 square feet in the Park Road shopping center, which I consider the best shopping center in the city,” Garfield said. “We have a lot of activity, a lot of people coming in and out, hustle and bustle every day.” Traditions offers a plethora of higher-quality, brand-name furniture and accessories, including artwork, lamps, mirrors, chandeliers, fire screens, pillows and more. The company also offers interior design services through four

designers, and also employs a floral designer. “We have four incredible designers on staff, four young women who really do a great job,” Garfield said. “They’ve (done design work) with lake houses, mountain houses – they’re busy girls and have made pretty amazing accomplishments.” The toughest thing about owning a business, Garfield said, has been the unpredictability of the economy in the past years. Therefore, she’s made it her mission to offer quality customer service to draw people into the store and keep repeat customers coming back. “We have a lot of word-of-mouth referrals. Social-mediawise, we do all we can,” Garfield said. “There’s always the fear of what the economy is going to do in the new year, but we keep our name out for the public to know we’re here.” Garfield believes the design staff is what has helped the business not only survive, but to flourish in the midst of tough economic times. She employs designers who are young with the goal of attracting younger customers, a tactic Garfield said has proved very effective in generating new business. “I think our design staff has had a wonderful eye for what people buy,” Garfield

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said. “We have a good eye for knowing our market, plus (the designers) brought in a lot of younger (customers) … they know the product that young customers are attracted to, and offer what I hope to be the best customer service we can.” Traditions also offers prices that are lower than the typical retail costs of certain products, with 40 percent off average prices being the typical discount provided to customers, Garfield said. “We offer anything a big, huge furniture store offers, as well as (lower) pricing – our prices are competitive,” Garfield said. Garfield is grateful for the extra 2,200 square feet of space, which previously

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gala in Greensboro; a “Mad Men”era cocktail party in Raleigh; and an evening tailgate event at the Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte. Allen Tate Company released the total raised from the combined FUNday events in a news release last week. “The money we raise each year at our FUNday fundraiser goes directly to benefit the schools in our local communities – which in turn, makes our region stronger and more desirable,” Stephanie Gossett, FUNday Charlotte event chairperson, said in the release. The Charlotte event alone brought in $75,000, attracting approximately 500 participants. Festivities included silent and live auctions, a 50/50 raffle and wine pull, as well as exclusive, behind-the-scenes tours of the Bank of America Stadium and facilities used by the Carolina Panthers.

Funds raised from FUNday events will benefit local education organizations Communities in Schools, Teach for America, NCBest and MeckEd, an independent nonprofit advocating for quality education for CharlotteMecklenburg Schools. FUNday events are part of the Tate Cares “giving initiative,” which also includes the company’s combined giving campaign held each spring in support of area arts and cultural organizations and United Way agencies. “I am not aware of another group of people this large – outside of our fine educators and professional staff, of course – who consistently dedicate themselves to the wonderful and very important cause of public education,” Riley said in the release. Allen Tate Company, which is headquartered in south Charlotte, is the largest real estate company in the Carolinas with a total of 40 offices in North and South Carolina. Find more information at www.allentate.com.

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Restaurant Scores The Mecklenburg County Health Department inspected the following dining locations from Dec. 11 to 17.

Lowest Score: • AZN Azian Cuizine, 4620 Piedmont Row Drive – 88 Violations included: Multiple employee beverages stored on food preparation surfaces; wait staffer and dish washer handling soiled and clean utensils interchangeably without washing hands; portioned raw chicken stored over raw, unstuffed beef proteins in walk-in cooler and freezer; mashed potatoes held below proper temperature; multiple open foods without date marks; cooked short ribs held 14 days in excess of preparation date; sushi rice with no time label; sanitizer stored on floor and unlabeled; and multiple foods store on floor in walk-in freezer. All Scores: 28210 • AZN Azian Cuizine, 4620 Piedmont

Row Drive – 88 • Genero’s Peruvian Rotisserie, 10405 Park Road – 90.5 • Monterrey Mexican Restaurant, 10707-A Park Road – 93.5 • Waffle House, 103 Stetson Drive – 93 28226 • Jack in the Box, 7725 Pineville-

Matthews Road – 96 • Taqueria, 8652 Pineville-Matthews Road, suite 1000 – 95.5 • Thai House, 8706 Pineville-Matthews Road – 96

28270 • Chopstick Chinese Restaurant, 9626

Monroe Road – 90.5 • Encore Catering, 9315 Monroe Road, suite D – 100 • Steak ‘n’ Shake, 1926 Sardis Road N. – 94.5 28277 • Chili’s Grill & Bar, 9730 Rea Road

– 96.5 • DB’s Tavern, 8155 Ardrey Kell Road, suite 104 – 97 • Malaya Kitchen, 8200-400 Providence Road – 93.5 • Romano’s Macaroni Grill, 10706 Providence Road – 90.5 • Tropical Smoothie CafÊ, 5349 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., suite 400 – 99

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News Briefs Charlotte Hornets, Lowe’s team for educational grant

The Charlotte Hornets and Lowe’s announced they partnered to award a total of $50,000 to six local groups as part of the organizations’ educational grant program. JA BizTown, YWCA Central Carolinas, Shamrock Gardens Elementary, Children’s Theatre of Charlotte, the Arts & Science Council and the University of North Carolina-Charlotte Foundation received the grants during a ceremony at the Hornets game against the New York Knicks on Dec.5. “Each of these organizations has taken substantial responsibility and shown a passion for the continued growth of education among local youth, so the Hornets and Lowe’s want to extend our appreciation to the fullest capabilities,” Hornets Sports & Entertainment President & Chief Operating Officer Fred Whitfield said in a news release. The grants will go to the following projects: • JA BizTown, West Charlotte Schools – To help teach financial literacy, entrepreneurship and workforce readiness to K–12 students through volunteers and collaborative partnerships, ensuring every student will participate as a productive member of the global economy. • Accelerated Reader, YWCA Central Carolinas – To help eliminate racism, empower women and promote peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. • The 40 Book Project, Shamrock Gardens Elementary – To help challenge and motivate each child to reach his or her highest potential through high expectations and the use of a variety of instructional strategies. • Children’s Theatre of Charlotte – To help create exceptional theater experiences, inspiring generations to explore the wonder

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of their world. • Arts & Science Council – To help build appreciation, participation and support for the arts, science, history and heritage in Charlotte-Mecklenburg. • Charlotte Teachers Institute, UNCCharlotte Foundation – To help offer internationally competitive programs of research and creative activity, exemplary undergraduate, graduate and professional programs, and a focused set of community engagement initiatives.

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Remi employees Taylor Baker (winner of the half-day vacation), Teretta Edwards, Brian Landon, and Dawn Leskody (winner of the vacation day) are surrounded by 900 wishlist items they helped collect for the military members during the holidays. Erin Learn (winner of the $100 Amex card) not pictured. Photo courtesy of Jennifer Daugherty

South Charlotte-based homebuilder Eastwood Homes visited Levine Children’s Hospital on Dec. 4 to present the hospital with a donation of $47,000. Eastwood Homes raised the money at its second annual Charity Golf Outing on Oct. 13 at Raintree Country Club. Representatives from Eastwood Homes met Lenny, the mascot of Lending Tree, at the hospital. Lenny joined the Eastwood Homes team for photos and assisted in the check presentation. “Thanks to our sponsors, we have been able to raise more than $100,000 for the Levine Children’s Hospital between last year’s event and our outing this year,” Bryan DeGabrielle, vice president of sales and marketing, said. “We feel very fortunate that our supporters were able to join us for the tournament. We value the relationships with our vendor partners, and we appreciate their cooperation in our fund raising efforts.”

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South Charlotte-based Remi collects 150,000 care packages Remi recently wrapped up its annual fall fundraiser benefiting Operation Gratitude, and this year sent over 150,000 care packages filled with snacks, entertainment, hygiene, hand-made items and letters of appreciation to deployed service members overseas, vets, and wounded warriors. Their mission is to lift the spirits and meet the evolving needs of the United States’ active duty and veterans. Remi’s goal was to donate 500 wish list items, but employees nearly doubled the goal and donated 900 items and approximately 40 drawings and letters of appreciation. Remi is located at 11325 N. Community House Road, suite 300, in south Charlotte. Visit www.theremigroup.com for more information.

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Crime Blotter

The following crimes were committed in the south Charlotte area between Dec. 11 and 17, according to the CharlotteMecklenburg Police Department.

Home/Business Break-ins • High Grove Community Clubhouse, 8905 Summer Club Road: $500 damage to double doors during attempted break-in. Dec. 14

Vehicle Break-Ins • 3200 block of Eastburn Road: Jackets, cash and children’s bow and arrow set, worth $155 total, stolen from vehicle. Dec. 15 • 6400 block of Simsbury Road: Debit card, golf clubs and name badge, worth $1,170 total, stolen from vehicle. Dec. 15 • 2000 block of East Barden Road: $100 purse containing wallet, credit cards, checks and identification stolen from vehicle. Dec. 15 • 2300 block of East Providence Drive: $500 subwoofer stolen from vehicle. Dec. 16

Property Theft • Victoria’s Secret, 9812 Rea Road: $81 worth of underwear and perfume stolen from business. Dec. 11 • Ballantyne Village, 14825 Ballantyne Village Way: $3,000 worth of traffic signs stolen from parking lot. Dec. 13 • 4100 block of Wild Partridge Road: $1,000 worth of landscaping equipment stolen from trailer. Dec. 13 • Windswept subdivision, 4600 Nora’s Path Road: $600

worth of flowers stolen from subdivision entrance. Dec. 14 • 7700 block of Pineville-Matthews Road: $200 iPhone and wallet containing credit cards and identification stolen. Dec. 14 • Duckworth’s Grill & Taphouse, 14015 Conlan Circle: Two $300 iPads stolen from business. Dec. 15 • Walmart, 1830 Galleria Blvd.: Cosmetics, timers and clothing, worth $132 total, stolen from business. Dec. 15 • SouthPark Towers, 6100 Fairview Road: $210 worth of fire extinguishers stolen. Dec. 15 • 16700 block of Krishna Lane: $300 worth of Christmas lights stolen from yard. Dec. 15 • 4000 block of Sharon Road: Wallet stolen from table at Barnes & Noble and then the suspect used a stolen credit card to make $1,600 in purchases at nearby SouthPark Mall. Dec. 15 • 8900 block of Park Road: $500 iPhone stolen. Dec. 16 • 9800 block of Rea Road: $10,188 light tower stolen from construction site. Dec. 16 • Walgreens, 6649 Morrison Blvd.: Children’s toys, headphones and perfume, worth $131 total, stolen from business. Dec. 16 • Victoria’s Secret, 4400 Sharon Road: $4,125 worth of underwear stolen from business. Dec. 16 • 7900 block of Charter Oak Lane: Three mailbox units, worth $5,000 total, stolen from townhome community. Dec. 17 • 6000 block of Park South Drive: $15,000 diamond ring stolen off victim’s finger. Dec. 17 • Best Buy, 9839 Rea Road: $30 USB cord stolen from business. Dec. 17 • 5800 block of Old Providence Road: $800 necklace stolen from home. Dec. 17 • 8900 block of Park Road: $400 iPhone stolen. Dec. 17 • 6900 block of Windyrush Road: $96 worth of silver quarters stolen from home. Dec. 17

Vandalism/Hit-and-Run • 13800 block of Conlan Circle: $200 duffle bag damaged during assault. Dec. 12 • 3100 block of Heathstead Place: $2,500 damage to GMC truck in hit-and-run. Dec. 13 • Raeburn subdivision clubhouse, 12321 Parks Farm Lane: $100 in damage done by graffiti. Dec. 14 • Raintree Country Club, 10589 Four Mile Creek Road: $500 damage to fence in vandalism incident. Dec. 14 • 10900 block of Carmel Commons Boulevard: $200 damage to Mercedes ML350 when windshield smashed. Dec. 15 • 11000 block of Sedgemoor Lane: $300 damage to Toyota Tacoma when rear window smashed. Dec. 16 • 6700 block of Morrison Boulevard: $800 damage to Toyota Camry in hit-and-run. Dec. 17

Financial Crimes/Fraud

• 9000 block of Cambridge Green Drive: $20,000 embezzled from business. Dec. 17 • 8300 block of Raintree Lane: $836 iPhone with accessories purchased through unauthorized use of credit card. Dec. 17

Drugs • 2200 block of Ramblewood Lane: Possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Dec. 13 • 15100 block of John J Delaney Drive: Possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Dec. 15 • Providence High School, 1800 Pineville-Matthews Road: Possession of marijuana. Dec. 16

Miscellaneous • 1800 block of Whispering Forest Drive: Attempted armed robbery. Dec. 14 • 5900 block of Rea Road: Suspect found passed out behind the wheel in the roadway. Arrested for driving while impaired. Dec. 14

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kindergarten and first grade suffered broken arms due to falling off of the monkey bars on the playground, Slattery said. The unsafe equipment quickly fueled the school’s desire for change. The Bissell gift will reduce a two-year plan to a one-year plan, said Slattery, and the school will install the new equipment over spring break in 2015. The gift also decreased the playground’s cost from about $50,000 to $35,000, as Bissell will help with one-time shipping cost. CMS plans to remove the current equipment, and volunteers will install the new equipment, which also helped decrease expenses. Additionally, the donation will address drainage issues around the school grounds that have been affected by erosion causing unsafe conditions for children. Most important to Slattery, the new playground will help students maintain a (see Endhaven on page 10)

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From left: Tim Timkin, CEO of TimkinSteel, Patti Lopez, Marissa Lopez, Tony Lopez and Charlotte Catholic Principal Kurt Telford honored Marissa for earing a $140,000 scholarship from Timkinsteel. Photo courtesy of Charlotte Catholic

Charlotte Catholic senior earns $140,000 scholarship Charlotte Catholic High School senior Marissa Lopez earned the top scholarship from TimkinSteel, where her father, Tony, is employed. Marissa earned a $35,000, four-year renewable scholarship with a total value of up to $140,000. Tim Tinkin, CEO and president of TimkinSteel flew from Canton, Ohio, the company’s base, to present Marissa the award as the top-ranked applicant.Marissa is one of eight high school seniors to receive the award and the only recipient from North Carolina. Applicants participated in an application process, which was open to children of TimkinSteel employees around the world and based on academic and extracurricular achievements. Marissa has not chosen a college yet, but plans to study global business and economics.

Ardrey Kell Theater donates books to elementary schools Ardrey Kell High School’s theater department started a campaign to collect Dr. Suess books to pass out to CMS students who came to see its production of “Alice in Wonderland.� Students collected over 1,500 books and gave the books to Albemarle and Pineville elementary schools on Dec. 5, after the schools watched the show. CMS internship program deadline coming soon The CMS Academic Internship Program is now accepting applications for spring 2015. The deadline to apply is Friday, Dec. 19. Students participating in the program will earn academic credit and in order to receive internship credit, a student must complete a total of 135 hours to earn one credit. Applicants must meet the following criteria in order to be considered for placement: be 16 years old or older; sign and submit a student-parent agreement form; submit the intern recommendation form; complete and submit a resume; review the orientation video; and meet with his or her school’s career development coordinator prior to interning. The group internships offered by CMS for the spring are for engineering, health science and hospitality and tourism. Interested students should go to www.cms.k12.nc.us/cmsdepartments/ci/cte/pages/internships.aspx to apply.

positive, healthy lifestyle. “With our students, it’s a long day,� Slattery said. “They need that time to take a break.� North Carolina mandates schools provide students 30 minutes of physical activity a day and Slattery feels it’s necessary for students to experience “free play.� “Studies have shown that an active child stimulates the brain so when they get back into the classroom, they’re right where the need to be,� Slattery said. Larry Huelsman of Principal Financial Group served as a member of the selection committee and feels the playground is a chance to expand recreational activity and connectivity in the Ballantyne community. “Being a former park commissioner and living and playing in Ballantyne, the thing I like is connectivity and giving people ways to recreate,� Huelsman said, adding the projected bridge at North Community House Road will help generate more bike and pedestrian traffic to the playground. Huelsman said many area families desire recreational opportunities but have limited options in the area, adding that the new playground will give families an outlet for increased physical activity and communication. “If people are going to live longer, people need to be healthy and they need to have a good sound mind and recreation provides that,� Huelsman said. Public funds are not always available to fund recreational projects in the community, Huelsman added, so businesses should often help provide those funds. “It’s the right thing to do to give back to the community that your employees live in and the business world has the money,� he said. Huelsman hopes the business community will follow in Bissell’s lead to help connect with the community.

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Collinswood Language Academy students needed more middle school and Spanish resources in their media center, and thanks to the Belk Bowl PNC Innovation Lab contest, they won $75,000 to make that happen. “It was an innovation challenge,� said Nikita Sanders, community relations specialist. “What we did was an open call to elementary, middle and high schools to submit a video, and say what their media center is in need of. They want a more innovative space. So, show us if the books are outdated, if the scenery is outdated, if the technology is outdated and submit a video as to why they feel they should receive a grant from Belk and Synders-Lane to reinvent their media center.� The competition required videos have specific criteria to be considered. Entries must be two to five minutes, show student involvement and show media center needs within the video, such as torn carpet or outdated technology. Belk received about 35 entries and picked three CMS schools for the grant, including Hidden Valley Elementary School and Butler High School along with Collinswood. Giving back to the community is one of Belk’s core values, Sanders said. The North Carolina-based company wanted to start with the Charlotte community and saw a need to bolster media centers in schools, granting the funds with the hope of furthering students’ learning. “The world is moving so fast and technology is such a big need right now, so (we want) to be able to give the students more access to that,� Sanders said. “For instance, (the school wants) to give the students access to e-books. You’ll notice there are shelves (in the library) that don’t have any books on them, but if they can go to a computer or an iPad, they can pull up a book. Giving them a warm and inviting space, giving them a space that is large enough to fulfill their needs, those are the big things that we’re looking for.� www.thecharlotteweekly.com

When Collinswood students found out about the grant, they decided to take on the challenge. Collinswood’s media center mostly contains kindergarten through fifth grade material without many resources for the middle school grades. “We were a kindergarten through fifth grade school and the (CMS) school board decided we would become a kindergarten through eighth grade school, but the building wasn’t expanded. So I’ve been expanding the (library) collection, but it’s rather crammed. We don’t have the building to house kindergarten-through-eighth-grade (materials),� said Melanie Wager, media specialist at Collinswood. “It’s a very good school. We really need to be able to give our students a better media center and give them the Spanish resources that they need.� Collinswood, located at 4000 Applegate Road in Charlotte, is a duel-language school that teaches students academics half of the day in Spanish and half in English. Wager said sometimes it’s hard to find the proper Spanish resources for middle school students and hopes the grant will provide more Spanish resources, a subscription to e-books and possibly new furniture for the media center. Collinswood Principal Nicolette Grant said she hopes the grant will help improve the school’s Wi-Fi and possibly expand the space, as well as increase resources. Grant said she’s proud of the students’ commitment to creating the video, and their partnership with digital storytelling company Basic Cable, who assisted the students. “The kids knew there was a problem and learned about this opportunity and took the initiative to come up with ideas together and do the video together,� Grant said. “It’s empowering to know that our students can see something, work for something and see the fruits of their labor in the sense that they won.� Collinswood students will also attend the Belk Bowl on Dec. 30 at Bank of America Stadium as part of winning the award.

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Education CMS identifies person behind Providence High threats by Courtney Schultz courtney@thecharlotteweekly.com

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools Police have arrested and charged the person responsible for threats against Providence High School via social media on Dec. 13 and 15. Patrick Philip Brehm, 22, was charged with anonymous or threating letters, mailing or transmitting, according to a statement from Randy Hagler, chief of CMS Police. Authorities announced on Monday they had identified the individual, but were still investigating whether others were involved in the threats made against Providence, as well as threats made against Ardrey Kell High School. Breham posted threats via a social media app, Yik Yak, on Saturday, Dec. 13, with one post that read, “Providence students...enjoy this lovely weekend with your awesome friends and perfect family. Come Monday, you will be repaid for all the pain you have caused me for years,” and another read, “... wait til Monday when I ... blow your brains out of your head ...” CMPD swept the area over the weekend and secured the building on Monday morning. Providence Principal Tracey Harrill sent an email to parents on Sunday, stating students would be “greeted by police and staff members,” and would not congregate in open areas in the school, but in their individual

classrooms. She also wrote there would be increased police presence throughout the school week, but added Providence would operate on a normal schedule. Students said their bags were not checked. More threats came Monday morning, including a post that read, “This is where I become famous,” with an image of a gun and another that read, “The itsty bitsy students came up the water spout down came my bullets and washed them all out.” CMS Police identified the culprit with the help of Yik Yak, based in Atlanta. “As all social app platforms have experienced, the threat of misuse of this nature is often unavoidable, and it’s important that app makers identify and respond to each instance immediately to address these types of posts,” Zachary Nola, communications representative for Yik Yak, said. “In addition to monitoring traffic for misuse and/or harmful posts, Yik Yak makes a point to work with law enforcement and other officials when a post is violent in nature. Whenever possible, Yik Yak works alongside local authorities to help with investigations.” According to a police report from CMPD, the perpetrator who made threats against Ardrey Kell was “an unknown person from Colorado,” but no arrest has been made. CMS Police will maintain increased presence through the end of the week and will investigate other threats made against other schools.

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Feed, introduced the drive to school administration and they were immediately receptive of the idea. Giller added that Charlotte Christian was interested in finding a local approach to giving, rather than the international projects of years past. The drive is the largest schoolwide projected the school has executed for the greater Charlotte community. Together We Feed is a program within Second Harvest that partners with CMS to determine hunger at each school with the help of nurses and social workers. The program uses mobile pantries, backpacks and emergency pantries in schools and in classrooms to alleviate hunger for Mecklenburg children. “A large part of what Together We Feed is built to do is to bring hope to hungry children,” said Carlson. “Bringing hope to these children we believe is what really gives children what they need to break out of poverty and be successful and have a chance to join Charlotte and be a part of Charlotte in a way that they’re adding to our city and make our city better, stronger.” Together We Feed seeks to include nonhunger children in all its volunteer opportunities with the hope to inspire children to head the movement to help alleviate hunger in the future. Carlson felt the students of Charlotte

Christian could help grow the “army of love” and become a part of a lasting solution to end childhood hunger. “It’s critical for children in the city and Mecklenburg County to get involved and help other children within the county and city,” David Brown, food sourcing director for Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina, said. “One out of four children that live in Mecklenburg County are what we called ‘at risk of hunger’ and what that means is that a child could go 24 hours without any access to food or not having anything to eat for 24 hours. That’s why it’s not only critical during this time, but throughout the year.” Brown added that adolescents’ enthusiasm to help grows once they’re aware of the problem, encouraging future actions to aid. “I think it’s hard to expect our children to be something if they don’t know what their community looks like,” Carlson said. “I think this is a great way for (Charlotte Christian) students to understand not just the children that come to our school, but that there is need in our community – there’s need globally, but there is also need locally.” Carlson feels the program teaches children to take a part in the community and learn what community means and how they can use their individual talents to improve the community. Find more information about Second Harvest and Together We Feed at www. secondharvestmetrolina.org.

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Celebrate the season with a local church Faith-based organizations Sharon Presbyterian to offer three Christmas Eve to host Christmas services, services Sharon Presbyterian Church will host musicals and more three Christmas Eve services on Wednesby Josh Whitener josh@thecharlotteweekly.com

As the holiday rush draws to a close, a handful of local churches are taking time to celebrate the season’s sacred side with special Christmas services. So whether you’re looking to celebrate on Sunday before traveling for the holidays, on Christmas Eve before a quiet night at home or on Christmas morning after waking up early with the kids to open presents – South Charlotte Weekly’s guide to local seasonal church services has something for everybody. And remember – if your church is hosting a special event, let us know about it. Send an email to news@ thecharlotteweekly.com with the date, time and location of the event, as well as a few details on what those who attend can expect.

day, Dec. 24. A 5 p.m. service will take place in the sanctuary and will be geared toward families. A 7:30 p.m. candlelight communion service will take place in the sanctuary, and an 11 p.m. candlelight communion service will be held in the church’s chapel.

Find more information at www. sharonpcusa.org. Sharon Presbyterian is located at 5201 Sharon Road.

Calvary to host candlelight Christmas Eve services Calvary Church will celebrate Christmas on Wednesday, Dec. 24, with its annual candlelight Christmas Eve services. The services are scheduled for 4, 6 and 8 p.m. and will include choral and orchestral music, candlelight and a message

called “Gifts for a King” by Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. John H. Munro. “These are the most beautiful Calvary worship services of the year, so invite your family, friends, and neighbors,” the church said in a news release. Child care for children 4 years old and younger will be provided at the 4 and 6 p.m. services, and ASL interpretation for individuals who are hearing impaired will be available at the 6 p.m. service.

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Jazz, carols and more on Christmas Eve Myers Park United Methodist Church will host a plethora of activities on Christmas Eve, Wednesday, Dec. 24. The church will host a jazz service at 1 p.m., followed by a 4:30 p.m. service led by youth, college students and young adults, both held in Jubilee Hall. A Service of Carols and Candlelight will take place at 3 and 6 p.m. in the sanctuary and will include a children’s nativity tableau. The church also will host candlelight communion services at 8 and 11 p.m. in the sanctuary. Find more information at www.mpumc. org. Myers Park UMC is located at 1501 Queens Road.

Four Christmas Eve services at South Meck Presbyterian South Mecklenburg Presbyterian Church will host four Christmas Eve services on Wednesday, Dec. 24. The church will host a 3 p.m. children’s service geared toward families with children in fifth grade and younger. The children’s choir will perform during the service. South Meck Presbyterian will host a traditional communion service at 5 p.m., which will feature the Chancel Choir and soloists. A 7 p.m. traditional candlelight communion service will include music by the Youth Handbell Choir and soloists, and a 10 p.m. traditional candlelight communion service will wrap up the series of services with special music. Find more information at www. smpchome.org. South Meck Presbyterian is located at 8601 Bryant Farms Road.

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Find more information at www. calvarychurch.com/Christmas. Calvary Church is located at 5801 PinevilleMatthews Road.

Find more information at www. providenceumc.org. Providence UMC’s main campus is located at 2810 Providence Road, and the St. John’s campus is located at 4305 Monroe Road.

Two Christmas Eve services at Sharon UMC

Waxhaw-Marvin Road in Waxhaw. Charlotte Catholic High is located at 7702 Pineville-Matthews Road in south Charlotte.

Choir concert, Christmas Eve at Sharon Baptist The choir at Sharon Baptist Church

Providence UMC to offer a variety of Christmas Eve Sharon United Methodist Church will will perform its Christmas concert, “One services host Christmas Eve services on Wednes- Solitary Life,” on Sunday, Dec. 21, at 11 People are invited to celebrate Christmas Eve at Providence United Methodist Church on Wednesday, Dec. 24, through a variety of services. The church will offer six services including: • Candlelight family service – 3 p.m. in the church sanctuary; designed for families with children • Chapel communion service – 4 p.m. in the church chapel; a small, intimate service • Communion service – 4 p.m. at the church’s St. John’s campus • Candlelight festival service – 5 p.m. in the Providence sanctuary; members of Brass Charlotte will accompany the Chancel Choir • Christmas Eve at The Net – 7 p.m. in Wolfe Hall at the Providence campus; this will offer people the chance to celebrate “the joy-filled traditions of Christmas in a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere,” according to a news release • Candlelight communion service – 11 p.m. in the sanctuary

day, Dec. 24, at 5 and 9 p.m. Find more information at www. sharonumc.org. Sharon UMC is located at 4411 Sharon Road.

Christmas Mass at St. Matthew Catholic St. Matthew Catholic Church will celebrate Christmas with a variety of Mass sessions. The church’s main campus will host Christmas Eve Mass on Wednesday, Dec. 24, at 4, 6 and 8 p.m. and just before midnight to ring in Christmas Day. The main campus will host Christmas Day mass at 7:30, 9 and 10:45 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. St. Matthew’s south campus will host Christmas Eve Mass at 4:30 p.m. and Christmas Day Mass at 10 a.m. and noon. The church also will host Christmas Eve Mass at Charlotte Catholic High School at 4:30 p.m. Find more information at www. stmatthewcatholic.org. St. Matthew’s main campus is located at 8015 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy. in south Charlotte, and its south campus is located at 4116

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a.m. Sharon Baptist also will host a Christmas Eve service on Wednesday, Dec. 24, at 5:30 p.m. The service will include communion and candlelight. Find more information at www. mysharon.org. Sharon Baptist is located at 6411 Sharon Road.

Children’s Christmas play, choir musical at Harrison UMC Harrison United Methodist Church will host a Children’s Christmas play, “The Bethlehem Project,” on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 4 p.m. in Hammill Hall. “The Bethlehem Project,” directed by Laurie Spinelli and Amanda Burns, features the traditional Christmas story, but “with a fresh twist that provides both fun and life relevance for kids,” according to a news release. The program also will include a 3- and 4-year-old choir, directed by Marilyn Doyon. Harrison UMC’s choir, along with a full orchestra, will perform the Christmas musical “Season of Wonder” on Sunday,

Dec. 21, at 8:30 and 11 a.m. The performance will feature “traditional holiday favorites to warm the heart and inspirational music that will feed the soul,” the release said. Harrison UMC will host traditional candlelight Christmas Eve communion services on Dec. 24, a Wednesday, at 2, 4, 6, 8 and 11 p.m. Find more information at www. harrisonchurch.org, or call 704-5413463. Harrison UMC is located at 15008 Lancaster Hwy. in Pineville.

Christmas Sing-A-Long, holiday services at South Charlotte Baptist South Charlotte Baptist Church will host a Christmas Sing-A-Long event at The Haven and The Laurels in the Village at Carolina Place on Sunday, Dec. 21, from 4 to 5 p.m. People are encouraged to bring their families, along with some cookies to share with the residents of The Laurels. South Charlotte Baptist will host a Christmas Eve candlelight service on Dec. 24, a Wednesday, from 6 to 7 p.m. The church also will host a New Year’s Eve service on Dec. 31, a Wednesday, from 6 to 7 p.m. Find more information at www. southcharlottebaptist.org, or call 704542-5536. The church is located at 12416 Lancaster Hwy. in Pineville.

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The day I sang the “Mighty Mouse� song in church by Rev. Tony Marciano news@thecharlotteweekly.com

When I was a young pastor, I led the congregational singing of hymns and preached the sermons. My father used to say that my preaching was really Rev. Tony good, but Marciano my singing was really bad. One day he looked at me and told me to shut off the microphone when I lead the hymns, and I think there was a compliment in that sentence. Today I sit in the pew and listen to some good preaching. There is always a call to action – some may ask you to get out of the pew and make a difference in the world. That’s where I almost got in trouble at church. The pastor preached a sermon about being salt and light in the world. He challenged us to touch the hearts and lives of others who need our helping hand. It was a moving sermon. While my ministry at Charlotte Rescue Mission is all consuming, something said I needed to be part of what God was asking this congregation to do. He had us all stand up as he moved into his “call to action.� He challenged us to touch the hearts and lives of others. As he finished making the final appeal, he asked us to raise our hand if we felt the Lord calling us to be part of this special ministry. He turned to step away from the podium and immediately the band started playing a rousing chorus of “All to Jesus I surrender.� I found myself standing with my hand held high in the air. Then it happened. In the back of my mind, I wasn’t singing the same song as the band. They were different words – very different words, and a very different tune. Instead, I found myself singing the “Mighty Mouse� song. www.thecharlotteweekly.com

I could hear the words as clearly as when I watched that TV show as a kid. “Here I come to save the day.� I could feel those words echoing through the back of my head. In a moment I realized why my hand was raised. What the church was about to do would positively impact people in crisis. It would bring them help and hope. But those words, “Here I come to save the day,� clued me in that I was about to do this in my power and my strength. It was about me and my need to fix broken, hurting people. I lowered my hand. I could not say, “Yes� to this invitation. This wasn’t about serving them, this was about me and my need to feel good about helping others. For whatever good I was about to accomplish would sit in the shadow of the motivation of my heart. I knew there would be another project for which I could serve. This one required me to step aside and not let my needs trump the greater good God wanted to accomplish. I lowered my hand. After lowering it, I prayed for the congregation. There were other people standing that perhaps had not yet raised their hand. I believed it was them and not me that God called to be involved in this project. I prayed that God would move on their heart and life and let them see the hand of God upon them. They would be hidden behind the cross as they served in Jesus’ name. Since that time, there were other opportunities I had to sing the “Mighty Mouse� song. I’ve realized that my good intentions were being driven by my need to come across as helpful and nice. As I paused, I realized it may not have been in the best interest of the individual and their becoming all God created them to be. I’ve learned to back off. I’ll be back soon. Until then, live well my friend. Rev. Tony Marciano is the executive director of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. He is available to speak to your group. Visit www. charlotterescuemission.org for more information.

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Christmas at Blakeney, 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Join your friends at Blakeney shopping center for a night of family fun. Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year and have your picture made with Santa, take a carriage ride around the shopping center and enjoy special crafts for kids. You can also enjoy hot chocolate and cookies while finishing up last minute shopping. Call 704-561-5271 for more information. Blakeney Park Drive, Charlotte

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Santa visits The Arboretum Shopping, 2 to 5 p.m. Bring the whole family out to The Arboretum to finish up any last minute Christmas shopping and be on the lookout for Santa and Mrs. Claus as they roam through The Arboretum. Providence Rd. and Hwy. 51, Charlotte

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Musical ‘Scrooge!’

‘The Story of the Little Gentleman’

The Children’s Theater of Charlotte invites guests to celebrate the holidays with a musical retelling of the classic Charles Dickens story, “Scrooge!� The production stars Steven Ivey as Scrooge, Scott Miller as Bob Cratchit, Beau Stroupe as Marley and Elly Hughes as Tiny Tim, and is directed by Ron Chisholm, who has directed “Junie B. Jones in Jingle Bells� and “Pinkalicious.� Visit www.ctcharlotte.org for show times or to order tickets. The Children’s Theater of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte

The Charlotte Children’s Theater is presenting the United States’ premier of “The Story of the Little Gentleman,� a tale about the true meaning of friendship. This yuletide treat runs through Dec. 28, and is designed for children 3 years old and older. The play is based on the book by award-winning author Barbro Lindgren. It tells the story of the little gentleman, who nobody seems to have time for, making him sad. But he soon discovers a wonderful new friend who changes his life forever. This beautiful, funny and moving tale features live musicians and a uniquely intimate style all its own.  Visit www.ctcharlotte.org for show times or to order tickets. The Children’s Theater of Charlotte, 300 E. Seventh St., Charlotte

Ongoing through 12.28.14 Holiday Afternoon Tea at Ballantyne Resort, 1 to 5 p.m. Enjoy Holiday Afternoon Tea in the lobby of the Ballantyne Resort throughout December. Afternoon tea features a variety of seasonal loose-leaf tea blends along with savory tea sandwiches, traditional confectionaries and delicious holiday treats. Tea is served Wednesday through Sunday through Dec. 28 with the exception of Christmas Day. A harpist will perform during Afternoon Tea. Reservations are required and the cost is $32 for adults, $16 for junior patrons and champagne tea is available for $40 per person. Call 704-248-4100 for more information and to make reservations. 1000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy., Charlotte

Ongoing through 12.31.14 Cellphones for Soldiers cellphone drive Mark Antonich and Ameriprise Financial Corporation are collecting gently-used cellphones for their fourth annual Cellphones for Soldiers drive to help our troops call home. In honor of our past and present veterans and the upcoming holiday season, Ameriprise Financial is collecting gently-used or new cellphones through Dec. 31. Ameriprise Financial, 8832 Blakeney Professional Drive, suite 302, Charlotte

1.10.15 Saturday

Sandra West and Nutrikids, 7 p.m. “Nutrikids:  Making Sense of Nutrition When Faced with Food Allergiesâ€? is being presented by Allergy, Asthma and Immunology Relief’s integrative practitioner Sandra West. West will discuss substitution solutions for cooking, baking and snacks which ensure children with food allergies get the nutrients their bodies need and, from a child’s perspective, taste good. While that event is going on with parents, kids, preteens and teens will hold a game night.  Food allergic teens and their siblings 8 years old and older will get together for an array of activities, including charades, board games, puzzles and more. There are no child drop-offs allowed, and parents must be present the duration of their children’s visit. Water will be served. Email info@pakcharlotte.org  to RSVP. Allergy Asthma & Immunology Relief, 1523 Elizabeth Ave., suite 200 Charlotte

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Join AAA Travel Agents, south Charlotte-area residents Jeannie and John Connors and experts from Rocky Mountaineer at this special travel event to find out why over 1,000,000 guests have experienced Rocky Mountaineer’s award-winning rail journeys. This is a free event, but space is limited. Light refreshments will be served and small door prizes will be presented. The doors open 30 minutes before the show. Call 800-374-2865 to register or for more information. Send us your stuff! Crowne Plaza Charlotte Executive Park, Have an event going on in south Charlotte people should know about? Well, let us know! Send us an email about your 5700 Westpark Drive, Charlotte event, including when and where it is, any cost involved and how people can learn more or get involved. Items should be submitted at least a week in advance, and not all submissions will be used. Email us at news@thecharlotteweekly.com.

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boys cross-country super team Haywood Ferguson, South Meck

Nick Linder, Providence Day

Runner of the Year:

Coach of the Year:

Jack Paddison, Providence Day

Ben Hovis, Providence Day

Jack Ratterree, Charlotte Latin

Logan Sutter, Providence

The South Meck freshman had a smashing debut, running 16:23 to finish just nine seconds off the pace and finish third in the So. Meck 8 conference meet. He didn’t stop there, as Ferguson tied for seventh in the region (16:15) and placed 33rd in the state (16:50.73).

Linder was a key cog in the Chargers machine that continues to turn out conference and state champions. The senior finished second in the CISAA conference meet (15:25), second in the state meet (15:50.61) and ran one of the five fastest times of any boy – public or private school – in the state.

Ratterree was the Hawks’ frontrunner all year, leading them to a second-place conference finish and a fifthplace showing at the state meet. The junior ran 16:02 at the CISAA meet to take third and was seventh in the state (16:3.38). Ratterree will be a state title contender next year.

Sutter had a hand in keeping the Providence tradition alive as his ninth-place finish at the Western Regional (16:19) helped guide the Panthers to the team title. The junior was also fifth in the So. Meck 8 conference meet (16:30) and 45th in the state (17:02.14).

Joe Harbacevich, Myers Park

Tanner Sutter, Providence

Chris Smith, Myers Park

Jack Paddison, Providence Day

The Mustang junior had an impressive season leading his team to a conference title and third-place regional finish. Smith was second in the conference meet (17:15) and third in the region (16:05) – where he finished two seconds off the pace – and was 28th in the state (16:47.02).

Paddison teamed with Linder to form a dynamic duo and also ran one of the five-fastest times in the state. Paddison backed up his CISAA conference title (15:19) with a state championship (15:48.14) making him the latest on a long list of Charger standouts.

The Southwestern 4A champion ran 17:13 at the Myers Park home course to pace the Mustangs to the team title. The senior also was fourth in the region (16:12) and placed in the top 40 in the state (16:55.36).

Second team:

The junior helped lead the Panthers to the So. Meck 8 and western regional title as he won the individual title (16:03) and was sixth in the region (16:14).

Hayden Blalock, Providence

William Glenn, Providence Day

Andrew Kiss, Providence

Jason Port, Ardrey Kell

Noah Dolhare, Providence Day

Ryan Kavanaugh, South Meck

Shad McGrew, Butler

Ben Talbert, South Meck

Jack Attack by Hannah Chronis hannah@thecharlotteweekly.com

Providence Day senior Jack Paddison had no idea what he was getting into when he decided to go out for the cross-country team at the end of his eighth grade year. “One of my friends who just moved to Providence Day from Charlotte Christian that year was Nick Linder,” Paddison said. “He told me to run cross-country and at the end of July before freshman year, he asked me why I hadn’t been coming to practice. ‘I had no idea we had practice,’ I told him.” Little did Paddison know he’d soon become an integral part of a storied Charger cross-country program that’s now known as one of the most competitive in the country. Over the course of his freshman year, running behind guys like Linder and Charger legend Ben Huffman, who’s now running at Harvard, Paddison cracked the Top Seven in his first race and managed to shave two minutes off of his time by the time the season ended. At the N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association Class 3A state meet that year, Paddison ran in 16 minutes, 28 seconds to finish in 13th place and help the Chargers win the state championship. Since his inaugural season, Paddison www.thecharlotteweekly.com

has improved by leaps and bounds. As a sophomore, his time of 16:16 put him in eighth place at the state meet; as a junior, he ran 15:45 to finish in fourth. This season, Paddison went out in style, running in 15:48 to win the state championship. Each year, Paddison has helped the Chargers win the title as they’ve captured the last five consecutive state championships and eight of the last 10. With one of the most acclaimed Hannah Chronis/ SCW photo

Charger careers behind him, Paddison is now the 2014 South Charlotte Weekly Cross-Country Runner of the Year. “By the time this season started, I felt pretty strong and confident and knew I was in good shape,” Paddison said. “It was more about getting into shape mentally. Going into the season, the goal was always to win states as a team. I didn’t want to go three years and then fall short for my senior season.” After Linder won the meet last season, and Huffman captured the title in 2012, Paddison was used to running behind a Charger teammate. And when the season started, he was well aware that this year would come down to how well he ran against Linder – one of his best friends. Though the pressure was enough to get the best of any runner, Paddison decided to cancel out the exterior noise and go into the season doing what he does best – running. “Going into the races this season, I’ve never been more relaxed,” he said. “It was interesting. I thought I would work myself up but I tried to stay as calm as possible. It sounds crazy, but it took me three years and most of this season to learn that the best thing I could do

during a race was just to run.” “Freshman year, that’s exactly what I did. Sophomore year was my worst season. I barely improved and didn’t have strong races because I started thinking too much. I started wearing a watch and was focused on all the small things instead of just reading my body. I learned from my mistakes this year.” Getting back to the basics worked as Paddison edged Linder by just under two seconds to win the state title – something he would’ve deemed impossible when he started running just four years ago. “I never wanted to beat Nick because he’s my friend,” Paddison said. “I didn’t want to go out there and say, ‘Oh it’s time to beat Nick.’ I wanted to go out there and say, ‘I can accomplish this so I’m going to do it.’ It’s not fun to beat any teammate, especially one of your best friends, but there are no hard feelings there. We’re really supportive.” After capping off a wildly successful cross-country career, Paddison is now focused on lacrosse – his spring sport – and finalizing college selections. He’s receiving interest to run at North Carolina and Brown but as a devoted student in the classroom, has a plethora of options for academics. But wherever Paddison’s path takes him, his legacy at Providence Day will go down in history.

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sports shorts boys basketball by Hannah Chronis hannah@thecharlotteweekly.com

Charlotte Latin to host 12-team holiday wrestling duals tournament The Charlotte Latin Holiday Wrestling Duals Tournament, which will take place Dec. 22-23 at the Belk Student Activity Center on Latin’s campus, is back for another year. The tournament runs from 2:30 to 8 p.m. on Dec. 22 and from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Dec. 23. The event will feature six mats with 12 high schoo]l teams from around the state including Charlotte Latin, Charlotte Catholic, Cox Mill, Cuthbertson, Grimsley, Independence, Jay M. Robinson, Leesville Road, Providence, Providence Day, Riverside and Sun Valley. Tickets for the event are $8 per day or $12 for a two-day pass for adults, and students are $6 per day or $10 for a two-day pass. Children ages 5 years old and younger are free. Concessions will be available, and proceeds benefit the Witness to War Foundation.

Knights edge unbeaten Olympic Elon commit Steven Santa-Ana came up big on Dec. 16 in a back-and-forth battle against previously unbeaten Olympic, pouring in a game-high 19 points in the 60-59 win. Ten of Santa-Ana’s 19 points came in the last two minutes as the Knights overcame a seven-point deficit in the final three minutes of the game. Santa-Ana had help from Devin Cooper, who put up 14 points and Collin Cooper and Ryle Scott who both tossed in 10. With the win, the Knights improved to 8-1 and haven’t dropped a game since their twoSteven Santa-Ana point loss to Myers Park on Nov. 21. They hosted Harding on Dec. 18, after South Charlotte Weekly went to press.

Country Day to host college athletics information night Charlotte Country Day will host an information night for parents and students interested in learning more about the college recruitment process and collegiate athletic experience on Jan. 7, a Wednesday, from 7 to 9 p.m. The event will be held in the Gorelick Family Theater on Country Day’s Cannon Campus. The panel will focus on three different aspects of college athletics including the student-athlete experience, the recruiting

process and the role of athletics in college admissions. Panelists for the event include: Dave Kraus, Director of Admissions, Davidson College; Jan Hathorn, Director of Athletics, Washington & Lee University; and Karen Shelton, Head Field Hockey Coach, University of North Carolina – Chapel Hill. Panelists will speak to differences between NCAA Division I, II and III schools. The program is open to freshmen, sophomores and juniors and their families at Charlotte Country Day, Charlotte Latin and Providence Day.

Charlotte Country Day School junior Kathryn Holland is a 2014 All-American. Photo by Keith Luxton

Holland named 2014 NFHCA AllAmerican

Charlotte Country Day junior Kathryn Holland was named a 2014 National Field Hockey Coaches Association All-American second team member after helping lead the Bucs to their second consecutive state title. Holland, a back-to-back All-State selection, was named the Bucs Most Valuable Offensive Player earlier this season.

Catholic hosts McGuire Basketball Holiday Classic The first McGuire Classic, hosted by Charlotte Catholic, will be held at Belmont Abbey College on Dec. 22 and 23. The four-team invitational honors the 50th anniversary of former Belmont Abbey coach Al McGuire’s final year of coaching. The invitational will pit two North Carolina schools against two schools from New York. On Dec. 22, Xavier High School out of Manhattan, N.Y. will face Raleigh-based Cardinal Gibbons at 4 p.m. Charlotte Catholic will tip-off against Cardinal Spellman out of the Bronx, N.Y., at 6 p.m. On Dec. 23, Cardinal Gibbons will face Cardinal Spellman at 12 p.m. and Catholic will take on Xavier at 2 p.m. Admission is $7 per day. Students, active and veteran military and senior admission is $5 per day. Children under five are free. Games are held at the Wheeler Athletic Center at Belmont Abbey College.

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Cougars down Harding

Charlotte Catholic’s boys basketball team benefited from four double-digit scorers on Dec. 16 to hand Harding their second loss of the season, 76-67. Six-foot-three senior forward Joe Scibelli led the Cougars scoring efforts, shooting 59 percent from the floor to pour in 23 points. The sharpshooter made it a double-double with 12 rebounds and had three Joe Scibelli blocked shots, two assists and a steal in the win. Junior guard Josh Brodowicz put up 16 points in the win while guard Josh Larkin added 13 points with four assists. The Cougars also had strong performances from Justin McKinstry (12 points, five rebounds, four steals) and Owen Winters (seven points, four rebounds). With the win, the Cougars improved to 7-1 on the season and 2-0 in So. Meck 8 conference play. They traveled to Queen’s Grant on Dec. 18, after South Charlotte Weekly went to press.

Former NBA star Muggsy Bogues celebrates honor roll students Muggsy Bogues’ non-profit Always Believe honored 55 honor role students from the south Charlotte community in a special celebration on Dec. 17 at Reid Park Academy. Bogues, a 10-year Charlotte Hornet and former coach of United Faith Christian Academy, partnered with Always Believe in presenting A/B honor roll students with bicycles and Christmas presents to reward them for their academic accomplishments over the course of the semester. “Nothing brings me more joy than seeing young boys and girls dedicated to excelling in their academics,” Bogues said in a news release. “It truly takes a community to raise our youth so I’m just fortunate to be able to be a part of their growth.”

sup er 7 1) Ardrey Kell (8-1)

2) Providence Day (7-3) 3) Butler (5-2) 4) South Meck (4-3) 5) Providence (4-3) 6) Charlotte Christian (8-1) 7) Charlotte Catholic (7-1) Also receiving votes: Charlotte Latin (6-3)

girls basketball

super 7

1) Myers Park (9-1) 2) Ardrey Kell (6-2) 3) Butler (6-1) 4) Providence Day (7-2) 5) Rocky River (6-2) 6) Covenant Day (8-3) 7) Charlotte Christian (6-3) Also receiving votes: Charlotte Catholic (6-2) Sarah Harvey, an honor roll student honored at the event, added, “Ever since I found out Muggsy was coming, I was so excited for honor roll awards,” she said. “He’s inspired me to believe in myself so I’m thankful he took time to come.”

From left to right: Athena Johnson, Muggsy Bogues, Elijah Smith and Lorenzo Johnson. Photo courtesy of Mykala Walker

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BASKETBALL GAME STATS Girls Points

Name School Games Janelle Bailey Providence Day 9 Aliyah Mazyck Myers Park 3 Sarah Billiard Covenant Day 11 Erin Whalen Providence Day 9 Fairen Sutton Butler 7 Kobe Leigh Butler 7 Ariana Nance Rocky River 9 Chanin Scott Myers Park 3 Cydne Pennington Charlotte Latin 8 Claudia Dickey Charlotte Latin 8 Caroline Dennehy Charlotte Christian 8 Michaela Daniels Providence 7 Ali Fitch South Meck 7 Hannah Billiard Covenant Day 11 Kerstie Phills Charlotte Christian 4 Rydeiah Rogers Myers Park 2

Points 20.4 19.3 16.5 16.2 14.9 14.3 14.3 12.7 12.5 12 11.8 11.7 11.7 11.1 10.5 10.5

rebounds

Name School Games Rebounds Sarah Billiard Covenant Day 11 14.8 Lyric Mitchell Myers Park 3 12 Janelle Bailey Providence Day 9 10.4 Chi-Chi Maduegbunam Providence 7 10.4 Jaiden Mason Charlotte Christian 8 10.4 Chanin Scott Myers Park 3 10 Carrie Eberle Charlotte Catholic 8 9.4 Hannah Billiard Covenant Day 11 9.3 Grace Gach Charlotte Country Day 4 8.8 Meghan Fleury Providence 7 8.7

assists

Name School Games Assists Kiera Dowell Charlotte Latin 5 5.8 Claudia Dickey Charlotte Latin 8 4.9 Aja Stevens South Meck 8 4.3 Michaela Daniels Providence 7 4.1 Quiera Gilmore Ardrey Kell 7 4 Stepahnie Ferraro Charlotte Catholic 7 3.7 Meredith Harris Charlotte Christian 8 3.4 Sarah Billiard Covenant Day 11 3.2 Kennedy Boyd Providence Day 9 3

steals

Name School Games Steals Kiera Dowell Charlotte Latin 5 5.8 Michaela Daniels Providence 7 5.6 Fairen Sutton Butler 7 4 Claudia Dickey Charlotte Latin 8 3.8 Lyric Mitchell Myers Park 3 3.7 Ali Fitch South Meck 7 3.7 Stepahnie Ferraro Charlotte Catholic 7 3.6

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Name School Games Carrie Eberle Charlotte Catholic 8 Chi-Chi Maduegbunam Providence 7 Sarah Billiard Covenant Day 11 Hannah Billiard Covenant Day 11 Lucy Pedlow Charlotte Country Day 5 Lyric Mitchell Myers Park 3 Grace Gach Charlotte Country Day 4 Melissa Roulier Charlotte Catholic 8 Ali Gakenheimer Charlotte Country Day 6

Blocks 5 3.9 3.5 2.7 2.2 2 2 2 2

Boys

Points

Name School Games Trey Phills Charlotte Christian 9 Khayleb Connelly South Meck 3 RaeQuan Scott Butler 7 Zaqwaun Matthews Myers Park 7 Dalen Dotson Providence 7 Kamil Chapman South Meck 3 Shawn Morrison Grace Academy 9 Parker Julian Charlotte Latin 9 Jaylen Thompson Grace Academy 9 Orlando Robinson Butler 7 Remele Everett-Hicks Carmel Christian 5 Grant Williams Providence Day 10 Devon Dotson Providence 7 Leito Holloway Rocky River 8 Keyon Wesley Rocky River 7 Grant Hedberg South Meck 3 Cole Klaren Grace Academy 8 David Perry Queen’s Grant 5

Points 23.8 23 20.6 19.6 19.1 18.3 17.8 17.4 17.1 16.3 16 15.2 14.9 14.9 14.7 14.3 14.1 14

Home Service Directory

rebounds

Name School Games Rebounds Grant Hedberg South Meck 3 15.7 Jaylen Thompson Grace Academy 9 13.4 Patrick Tape’ Queen’s Grant 6 12.8 Mac Brydon Carmel Christian 5 9.6 Jah’ lil Carter Butler 7 9.4 Quadrian Jamison South Meck 3 8.3 Joe Scibelli Charlotte Catholic 7 7.9 Josh Freund Ardrey Kell 8 7.9 Grant Williams Providence Day 10 7.5 Josh Howard Providence Day 10 7.5

assists

Name School Games Assists David Perry Queen’s Grant 5 6.2 Tireq Marrow Rocky River 6 5.5 Jalen Blakeney South Meck 3 4.3 Seth Davis Ardrey Kell 8 4.3 Dalen Dotson Providence 7 3.9 Jace Weir Queen’s Grant 5 3.8 David Hermann Charlotte Latin 8 3.8 Devon Dotson Providence 7 3.6 RaeQuan Scott Butler 7 3.6 Cole Klaren Grace Academy 8 3.5

steals

Name School Games Steals Tireq Marrow Rocky River 6 3.5 Devon Dotson Providence 7 3.3 Cole Klaren Grace Academy 8 2.9 Jalen Blakeney South Meck 3 2.7 Trey Phills Charlotte Christi an 9 2.7 Kamil Chapman South Meck 3 2.7 Lee Houck Myers Park 7 2.4

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Name School Games Patrick Tape’ Queen’s Grant 6 Jah’ lil Carter Butler 7 Christian Taylor Independence 8 Grant Hedberg South Meck 3 Quadrian Jamison South Meck 3 Joe Scibelli Charlotte Catholic 7 Grant Williams Providence Day 10

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