75 CENTS
January 25, 2018
Guide
2018
FUTURE TO THE
SPECIAL SECTION INSIDE THIS ISSUE! ELBERT COUNTY, COLORADO
A publication of
Library district sues board of commissioners Complaint alleges BOCC is overstepping its authority STAFF REPORT
The referee signals that Elizabeth’s 195-pounder Adadian Romero has pinned his Woodland Park opponent, Nathew Michaels, during the Jan. 17 dual match. The six team points Romero earned for the pin helped the Cardinals win the match in a squeaker, 41-40. TOM MUNDS
Elizabeth grapplers win squeaker Cardinals edge Woodland Park by a point in dual wrestling match BY TOM MUNDS TMUNDS@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
The Elizabeth wrestling team won the key matches needed to post a 41-40 win in a Jan. 17 dual match against Woodland Park.
A sizable crowd of family, friends and classmates was on hand for the match. The walls of the Elizabeth gymnasium echoed with the cheers of fans, the advice of coaches and parents as well as the music from the pep band. The Cardinals established an early lead but Woodland Park scored wins in key matches to make the final score close. After the match, Elizabeth Coach Robert Chavez said his team is wres-
tling well. “This is my first year as head coach. The kids are coming on strong as they adopt the new style,” he said. “We are a lot more aggressive and doing well so far this season.” He said it is a young team, as he has 25 wrestlers on the roster and only three of them are seniors with a number of freshmen. He added that SEE GRAPPLERS, P2
A policy recently adopted by Elbert County’s board of commissioners is the target of a lawsuit filed by Pines and Plains Libraries, which believes the policy violates a state law protecting public libraries from political interference. Adopted by the three-member board of county commissioners Dec. 20, the policy “seeks to control the qualifications, appointment, tenure and termination of the library district’s board of trustees,” states a news release from the library district issued Jan. 17. The district — which contends that the Colorado Library Law places those subjects beyond the authority of the board of county commissioners — is seeking an injunction to block implementation of the policy. “The Trustee selection process required in the Policy is contrary to the Library Law,” states the complaint, which was filed in district court in Kiowa. “The BOCC’s sole authority under the Library Law is to ratify or reject a candidate recommended to the Board.” The library district news release also states that county commissioners acted on the policy without posting it on the county’s website and refused a request by a Pines and Plains trustee to postpone its consideration until the public had a chance to review it. In a news release of its own Jan. 17, the county said the purpose of the new policy is to “ensure transparency in the process of advertising vacancies and SEE LIBRARY, P2
THE BOTTOM LINE PERIODICAL
“I started thinking about the road I have ahead of me. I started looking at options, which is really big for me. Olympic gold medalist Missy Franklin | Page 20 INSIDE
VOICES: PAGE 8 | LIFE: PAGE 22 | CALENDAR: PAGE 4
ElbertCountyNews.net
VOLUME 122 | ISSUE 52
2 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
GRAPPLERS
it is a one-on-one competition and he really like when he is able to dominate the other wrestler. He said he also plays nose guard on the Cardinals football team and wrestling helps him in that sport too. “Wrestling helps me be more agile and how to better use my hands and leverage against an opponent,” Romero said. “It also helps me be a better tackler because a leg pickup in wrestling is basically tackling.” The junior said wrestling is his favorite sport and he wrestles in the summer to get stronger and improve his mat techniques. “I had a good summer last year I qualified for Team Colorado that went to nationals, where the Colorado Cadets competed in freestyle and Greco-Roman wrestling,” he said. “I want to continue to work to be a better wrestler because I hope to wrestle in college and further my education so he can earn a degree and teach history.”
FROM PAGE 1
despite the fact the team is young the Cardinals are competitive. He said, early in the season, the middle weights were the strength of the team but now the strength extends to just about all the weight classes. During the match, there was applause and cheers when Cardinals 195-pounder Azadian Romero pinned Woodland Park’s Matthew Michael. “I took up wrestling when I was in the seventh grade in Denver,” Romero said after the match. “I was making some bad decisions and a wrestling coach told me to join the team and work out my anger on the mat. I decided to do it and I fell in love with the sport after my first practice.” He said he loves the sport because
Local Focus. More News. 17 newspapers. 20 websites. Connecting YOU to your LOCAL community.
ColoradoCommunityMedia.com 303-566-4100
John Denver Tribute Benefit Concert
The John Adams Band & the photography of John Fielder
3
Feb 2018 7:30 pm
General Admission $37.25 ~ V.I.P $47.25 ~ Children $15 For more Information: Call Vince 773-266-1441 Tickets available at the Newman Center box Office Open Monday-Friday, 10am-4pm Saturday, 12pm-4pm (September-May) 2344 E. lliff Ave., Denver, CO 303-871-7720 • newmantix.com
Generously sponsored by:
LIBRARY
“Colorado’s Legislature intended that libraries be free from political interference so that they can serve their missions of furthering lifelong learning and intellectual freedom,” FROM PAGE 1 she said. “Library trustees need to be selected based on their competence selection of appointees, provide for and commitment to the goals of our a mix of new ideas and experience district, not politics.” on these bodies, and support greater The county contends the new policy geographical diversity and representation in these important roles.” doesn’t place restrictions on whom the The initial draft of the policy was library trustees can nominate. first discussed in “It simply ensures a public meetcareful scrutiny and ing in February unanimity from the 2017 and was BOCC if a nominee an agenda item doesn’t meet the “multiple times broad requirements throughout the set for appointyear prior to ment to any of the adoption,” the county’s boards, county’s release commissions or states. committees,” the “I am disapcounty stated in its pointed that the news release. Library Trustees A county docuwould choose to ment outlining the pursue a costly new policy states legal action that the purpose of rather than the policy is to stansimply request a dardize procedures meeting to work for the appointment through their of citizens to the apparent convarious boards and cerns,” County commissions for Commissioner which the BOCC Chris Richardappoints members. son said in the Also included are news release. the planning comPines and mission, the fair Plains Direcboard and the water Susan Saint Vincent advisory committee. tor Tim Miller said the district The document Pines and Plains Library would “have lists certain qualiBoard of Trustees fications for the preferred to resolve this boards, including problem without that appointees a lawsuit.” must not currently “But the be a plaintiff in a BOCC’s refusal lawsuit against the to put off action and the fact that county, must not have “violated the court rules required the suit to be public trust” and must be current on filed by Jan. 17 made this impossible,” their property tax payments. It also he said. “We hope the commissioners calls for a “conformity” review, in will act responsibly and preserve pubwhich current members of boards lic resources by agreeing to revise the and commissions who do not meet the policy in a way which complies with new requirements may be asked to Colorado law.” resign or face “corrective action” from Library Board of Trustees President the BOCC. Susan Saint Vincent said the state’s Pines and Plains Libraries serve library law allows for the district to be Elbert County, with branches in Elizaindependent of the county. beth, Kiowa, Elbert and Simla.
“Colorado’s Legislature intended that libraries be free from political interference so that they can serve their missions of furthering lifelong learning and intellectual freedom.”
“The concert proceeds benefit the Summit County based family respite program which provides stress-free, restorative and memory making time together for families who have a loved one with a life-threatening diagnosis such as cancer.”
COLORADO’S LARGEST NETWORK OF VEIN CLINICS
Call for a Free Vein Consult Have any of these leg symptoms? • Achy legs • Varicose veins • Leg swelling • Minimally invasive treatments • Most insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid • Superior patient experience
Arlington, TX Cañon City, CO Colorado Springs, CO Littleton, CO 720.279.1240 Parker, CO 720.457.9307 Pueblo, CO Vail Valley / Edwards, CO
americanvein.com
Elbert County News 3
8January 25, 2018
European Design Colorado Living Come home to comfort, style and design
MELISSA JESSICA
Multi-Functional
European Quality
SALLI
Relax in style with sofas and sectionals from ZOLi Contemporary Living www.modernfurnituredenver.com Colorado@ZOLicl.com ZOLi Contemporary Living 303-721-1616 8330 S Colorado Blvd.
RONDA
4 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
THINGS TO DO
Philip S. Miller Grant applications due Jan. 31 Applications are accepted through Jan. 31, 2018 for the 2018 Philip S. Miller funds. For applicant requirements and details visit www.douglas.co.us and search for Miller Grants or contact Tina Dill at 303-660-7460.
Interested in becoming a foster parent or adopting a child? Attend a free information session from 6-7:30 p.m., Monday, Feb. 5 at the Parker Library, 20105 Mainstreet in Parker. For more information call 303-636-1KID or to register online visit http://jeffco.us/collaborative-foster-care/ information-night/
2018 Property Tax Notification Beginning the week of Jan. 16 property owners in Douglas County will receive one of two property tax information-types by U.S. mail. Visit www.douglascotax. com to pay your taxes online. For more information visit www.douglas.co.us/treasurer. Have an Amazon Echo device? Enable the Douglas County skill and say “Alexa, ask Douglas County, How do I pay my property taxes?”
Strive to Thrive offers hot meal and assistance. The Strive to Thrive Resource Fair will be held on Tuesday, January 30 from 4-6 p.m. at the Calvary Chapel, 1100 Caprice Drive in Castle Rock. For free transportation to/ from the event contact Douglas County First Call prior to January 29 at 303.660.7519. Visit www. douglas.co.us and search for Community of Care for more information.
Disney’s The Little Mermaid: 6:30 p.m. Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays, and 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Feb. 9 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. A sensory friendly performance planned at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10; and sign language interpreted performances are at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 10 and 2 p.m. Sunday. Feb. 11. Call 303-805-6800 or go to parkerarts.org for information. Teen Art Studio: 1-3 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 27 at Hobby Lobby, Colo. 83 and Mainstreet in Parker. For ages 14-18. “Cubism & Contemporary Art.” Registration required; go to www.parkerartistguild.com/classes/youth. Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments; 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800825-0208 for reservations. Go to http:// outbackexpress.tripod.com. Schedule: Monday, Feb. 5, Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs; Tuesday, Feb. 6, Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; Thursday, Feb. 8, Good Samaritan Nursing Home residents; Tuesday, Feb. 13, Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker; Tuesday, Feb. 20, Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs; Thursday, Feb. 22, Simla and Matheson to Limon. Innovations in Police Technology: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 7 at the PACE Center, 20000 Pikes Peak Ave., Parker. Chris Peters, commander, and Josh Hans, public relations/PIO, for the Parker Police Department, will talk about the department’s technology. RSVP is appreciated. Call 303-8056800 or email PACEedu@parkeronline.edu. Part of the Parker Arts Adult Lecture Series.
Daddy-Daughter Ball: 6:30-8:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 9 at the Douglas County Events Center, 500 Fairgrounds Drive, Castle Rock. Theme is “A Night in Paris.” Enjoy refreshments, a Teen Advisory Group raffle and professional photographs. Registration includes on father/daughter pair. Register additional daughters separately. Registration ends at 5 p.m. Feb. 8. Tickets also available at the door. Go to http://www. crgov.com/1998/Activities-and-Events for information and to find link to registration. Free Legal Clinic: 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 13 at the Elizabeth Public Library, 651 W. Beverly St., Elizabeth. Clinic is for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for all areas of civil litigation, including family law, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlord-tenant law, small claims, veterans’ issues, and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome; everyone helped on first-come, first-served basis. Additional 2018 dates are March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug. 14, Sept. 11, Oct. 9, Nov. 13 and Dec. 11. Elizabeth Library Book Sale: gently used books for children and adults for sale in the book sale room at the Elizabeth Library. Stocked by Friends of he Elizabeth Library. All donations from book sales benefit the Elizabeth Library. Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Wednesday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.
HELPS FAMILIES CELEBRATE THE HOLIDAYS
View your parcel details for current and prior year payment history, and obtain current year tax amounts. Visit www.douglas.co.us/ treasurer
While the holidays mean a time of rest for many, that is certainly not the case for Developmental Pathways staff. Each year, employees are bustling to ensure that every family they serve is taken care of through the holidays. Thanks to the help of Brewability Lab in Denver and Operation Santa Clause, food baskets were delivered to families in need. Generous volunteers and donors ensured that all children served by Developmental Pathways received a holiday gift – more than 650 gifts were delivered. Finally, Developmental Pathways hosted a very special Sweets with Santa event – a private, sensory friendly visit with Santa for 138 people. Developmental Pathways would like to thank their staff, volunteers, and donors for bringing joy to families caring for a loved one with a developmental disability or delay.
Visit www.douglas.co.us
To learn more about Developmental Pathways, visit their website at dpcolo.org.
County Fair Foundation seeks nominees for 2018 Citizen Award Do you know someone who has demonstrated a high level of service and long-standing commitment to the Douglas County Fair and Rodeo? For more information and nomination forms visit www. DouglasCountyFairFoundation.com Deadline for nomination forms is March 15.
Online Engagement Tool of the Week
Property Tax Inquiry
Elbert County News 5
8January 25, 2018
“YOUR COMPLETE FITNESS EQUIPMENT STORE” Established 1997 Come see and try the world’s finest fitness equipment!!
New Year...New 12,000 Sq. Ft. Showroom...Soft Opening Sale!!
Military & First Responders receive an extra discount! Thank you for your service!
(New location open during construction) Everything on Sale!! Y brand new location!! We’re celebrating the New Year with a brand
60 DAY A AY IN-HOME TRIAL PERIOD! BEST PRICE GUARANTEE!!
TuffStuff® CSM 725WS F Free Weights
FREE IN-HOME PERSONAL TRAINING SESSION
Come see & test our big selection of Spin Cycles and Water Rowers!!
TRUE® Treadmills are #1
#1 Smoothness #1 Stability
HUGE Sale!
TRUE® ES700 Elliptical
#1 Heart Rate #1 Warranty
Colorado Blvd. now open!
Best Pricing in the Country.
0% 15% to 4 HING!! YT OFF EVER
(Old Garment District Building) (New location open during construction)
2595 South Colorado Blvd. Denver, CO 80222
Biggest showroom in the nation!
We offer delivery, installation, and service on all our products.
NORTH SHOWROOM (303) 308-1100 5220 Broadway St. Denver, CO 80216
TuffStuff® SXT 550 Multi-functional Home Gym
SOUTH SHOWROOM (303) 730-3030 2690 E. County Line Rd. Suite Q Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
WWW.FITNESSGALLERY.COM
6 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
CLUBS AA If you want to drink, that’s your business. If you want to stop, that’s ours. More than 1,000 AA meetings are offered in the Denver area every week. If you think you may have a problem with alcohol, come see us. To find a meeting near you, call 303-322-4440, or go to www.daccaa.org. Affordable Colleges Online: guidebook includes a collection of scholarships for women, including due dates and award amounts; insight into the financial aid application process; and other funding opportunities, such as industry-specific scholarships and funding for special groups. Go to http://www.affordablecollegesonline.org/womens-guide-payingfor-college/ Camping Singles: 7 p.m. the first Tuesday of the month. Membership ranges from 40s to 60-plus. Colorado single adults who enjoy camping, fishing, hiking, swimming, biking, sightseeing, photography, the camaraderie of others, and starry nights around the camp fire. We usually camp in designated forest service or state park
campgrounds within 2 to 5 hours of Denver. Contact campingsingles@gmail.com Castle Rock Bridge Club: 1 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays at Plum Creek Golf Club, 331 Players Club Drive, Castle Rock. Friendly, ACBL-sanctioned duplicate games. For assistance in finding a bridge partner, call Georgiana Butler at 303-810-8504. Go to www.castlerockbridge.com. Chess: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at the Simla Library. All skill levels and ages welcome. Call 719-541-2573. Douglas-Elbert County Music Teachers’ Association: 9 a.m. every first Thursday at Parker Bible Church, between Jordan and Chambers on Mainstreet. All area music teachers are welcome. Call Lucie Washburn, 303-814-3479. Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: a nonprofit volunteer organization that is part of the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office. As volunteers we support the Elbert County Sheriff ’s Office, all law enforcement in our county, and
the community at large. Go to http://www. elbertcountysheriff.com/posse.html, or contact Dave Peontek at 303-646-5456. Elizabeth American Legion, Post 82: a veteran’s association supporting veterans, their families and the community, meets the first Monday of every month (except when the first Monday is a holiday, in which case the meeting is the second Monday) at the Legion Post Hall at South Banner Street and Elm Street in Elizabeth. Social hour begins at 5:30 and the regular business meeting starts at 6:30. Friday Afternoon Club meets from 5-7 p.m. every Friday and Veterans Coffee Club meets every Wednesday from 8-11 a.m. for social time with other veterans. All Veterans are invited to all meetings, we’d like to see you. Website: aml82.org. Elizabeth Food Bank: 12:30-3 p.m. Friday and 9-11:30 a.m. Saturday at 381 S. Banner in Elizabeth (next door to Elizabeth Presbyterian Church); available to help anyone who needs food. Other times by appointment.
Game Night: 4 p.m. Mondays at the Kiowa Library; call 303-621-2111. Also, 5 p.m. Tuesdays and 5 p.m. Wednesdays at the Elbert Library; call 303-648-3533. Enjoy board, card, and video games for all ages. Go to pplibraries.org. Kiowa Creek Food Pantry: open from 8:30 a.m. to noon Tuesdays in the Fellowship Hall at 231 Cheyenne Street, Kiowa. Distribution for the State of Colorado TEFAP food program. Food is distributed monthly to low-income individuals/families that qualify. We also distribute low-income senior food boxes for the state; those 60 and older may qualify for a monthly supplement. If you are in need of food assistance or know someone who is, we may be able to qualify you for one of these programs. Call the food pantry at 303-621-2376. Knitting Group: 2 p.m. Tuesdays at the Kiowa Library. Knit and chat. All skill levels welcome. Call 303-621-2111 or go to pplibraries.org. SEE CLUBS, P20
It is your duty (dooty)!
Picking up after your dog goes further than making your neighbors happy. When you are out walking your dog, it is your duty to collect their waste. Often, the trails and parks we enjoy with our dogs are adjacent to creeks and reservoirs. Dog waste that is not collected gets carried away during rainstorms to nearby waterways and can be a significant source of pollution. Unlike one might think, dog waste is not a fertilizer. Rather, it carries harmful bacteria like E. coli, which poses serious health risks if allowed to come in contact with water. Local stormwater agencies are teaming together to bring you this message. We take this so seriously that we posted this ad rather than send you more garbage in the mail. One thing is clear: our creeks, rivers and lakes depend on you.
T H IS ST ORMWATER MESSAGE B R OUGHT TO YOU B Y
Visit onethingisclear.org to: • Report accidental and illegal dumping to your local agency • Search local volunteer events • Find more helpful tips Dog waste is not a fertilizer. Thank you for promptly picking up after your dog to keep our waterways clean. Colorado Community Media agrees: Please recycle this newspaper responsibly and partner with our communities for a better tomorrow. Ad campaign creative donated by the Town of Castle Rock Utilities Department, Stormwater Division.
8January 25, 2018
-
Elbert County News 7
8 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
LOCAL
VOICES
Skip, skip, skip to the flu, skip to the flu, it’s jarring H
ave you had a flu shot?” “No, thank you.” “Do you want to get a flu
shot?” “No, thank you.” I told my doctor it’s a “minor pleasure” to be ill. I was being serious (for once). An occasional illness is a good reminder. It’s a reminder to appreciate how good it feels to feel good. The flu might be too good of a reminder, however.
QUIET DESPERATION
Craig Marshall Smith
Somewhere between a cold and the flu is probably enough for most people to appreciate good health. Everyone I know who has had a flu shot has had the flu, as if the application provides the illness. I have never had a flu shot, and I have never had the flu. With one exception. I had hangover flu more times than I can count. I hope those days and nights are over. The flu has been front page news this year. It’s a simple, three-letter word that has profound implications. Certain flu outbreaks, like the 1918-19 influenza pandemic, have been devastating. More people died from it than died
in World War I. It infected more than 500 million people, and resulted in the deaths of 50-100 million people. The site of the first outbreak was next door, in Kansas, at Fort Riley. Private Albert Gitchell, a mess cook, got the ball rolling. The flu spread. Eventually it spread to Europe, and was named “Spanish Influenza,” or “Spanish Flu,” even though it had originated in Kansas. My friend Ruth, who was alive in 1918-19, got a flu shot every year. The irony is that she wanted to go, as it were. Then why have a flu shot, I asked her. “I don’t want to go like that.” Instead of a flu shot, my doctor gave
me a pneumonia shot. He called it “Pneumonia 23.” Later in the day, I felt exactly like I had the flu, and stayed in bed, moaning softly off and on. I don’t underestimate the feeling of feeling good. Every day that I wake, get up, shave and shower, without aches and pains and coughs, or bending over in agony, or heaving left and right, is a good day. Wellness is, well, the best. Better than a cruise. Half the time (it seems) people on cruises come down with something. A big ship, packed with strangers, and bottomless shrimp appetizers, is not the place I would want SEE SMITH, P9
Five words to live by — plus your own word
ABOUT LETTERS TO THE EDITOR Colorado Community Media welcomes letters to the editor. Please keep in mind the following rules: • Submit your letter in a Word document or in the body of an email. No PDFs, please. • Letters must be limited to 250 words or fewer. • Do not use all caps, italics or bold text. And keep the exclamation points to a minimum! • Keep it polite: Do not resort to name calling or “mud slinging.” • Include a source — and a link to that source — for any information that is not common knowledge. We will not publish information that cannot easily be verified. • Only submit ideas and opinions that are your
A publication of
750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225 Englewood, CO 80110
Phone: 303-566-4100 Web: ElbertCountyNews.net
To subscribe call 303-566-4100
own — and in your own words. Colorado Community Media will not publish any letter that is clearly part of a letter-writing campaign. • Submit your letter by 5 p.m. on Friday in order for it to appear in the following week’s newspaper. • Include your full name, address and phone number. We will only publish your name and city or town of residence, but all of the information requested is needed for us to verify you are who you say you are. • Email your letter to letters@coloradocommunitymedia.com Thank you, and we look forward to your letters.
JERRY HEALEY President
ANN-MARIE MEYN Marketing Consultant
jhealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com
ameyn@coloradocommunitymedia.com
ANN MACARI HEALEY Executive Editor
AUDREY BROOKS Business Manager
ahealey@coloradocommunitymedia.com
abrooks@coloradocommunitymedia.com
CHRIS ROTAR Editor
ERIN FRANKS Production Manager
crotar@coloradocommunitymedia.com
efranks@coloradocommunitymedia.com
ERIN ADDENBROOKE Majors/Classified Manager
LINDSAY NICOLETTI Operations/ Circulation Manager
eaddenbrooke@coloradocommunitymedia.com
lnicoletti@coloradocommunitymedia.com
One word.” Just one word. As I was preparing to write this column I was inspired by something my friend Tom Ziglar had shared with me. Tom shared with me his “one word” for the year. He shared that for the past few years he picks just one word and focuses on that word throughout the year. I will share his one word with you later in this column. Trust me, it’s worth the wait. To add a little more value, I thought I would ask four other friends of mine and business leaders whom I respect and admire and who have WINNING served as mentors to me over the years WORDS what their own “one word” might be. Our own Tricia Swenson, the video host and producer for the Vail Daily, had selected “choose” as her “one word.” Tricia says that, “We all have the ability to choose. We can choose how we react, choose how to adjust, and choose how we view our circumstances. Choosing, and realizing we have the power of choice and the ability to choose, is something that Michael Norton needs to be exercised and practiced.” David Mattson, chief executive officer at Sandler Training, chose “behavior” as his “one word.” Teaching the importance of behaviors is a core element of Sandler’s training as they really focus on behavior, attitude and technique. When I asked David why he chose “behavior,” he said this, “Without behavior nothing happens. We can dream, and we can practice, but until we act or behave, nothing actually happens. We all know people who are always getting ready to get ready, but who never really take action. If we become a behaviorist and do SEE NORTON, P9 Columnists & Guest Commentaries Columnist opinions are not necessarily those of the Elbert County News. We welcome letters to the editor. Please Include your full name, address and the best number to reach you by telephone. Email letters to letters@coloradocommunitymedia.com Deadline Fri. 5 p.m. for the following week’s paper.
ELBERT COUNTY NEWS (USPS 171-100) A legal newspaper of general circulation in Elizabeth, Colorado, the Elbert County News is published weekly on Thursday by Colorado Community Media, 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225, Englewood, CO 80110. PERIODICALS POSTAGE PAID AT DENVER, COLORADO and additional mailing offices. POSTMASTER: Send address change to: 750 W. Hampden Ave., Suite 225, Englewood, CO 80110
Elbert County News 9
8January 25, 2018
FROM PAGE 8
what it takes to succeed, then success happens.” Karl Watson, chief operating officer at Summit Materials, chose another word that I love, “persevere.” Having known Karl for several years now, I can tell you that he is a guy who knows what it means to “persevere.” This is Karl’s “one word” because he said, “Courage and strength alone are great attributes. So are wisdom and knowledge, faith and hope. But whether we are in good times or in bad times, it is the endurance to persevere that can elevate us to a higher plateau, even when we are doing great. It will also be the attitude of perseverance that will help us to improve in areas where we need to develop when we find ourselves in difficult or challenging times.” Here is Tom Ziglar’s word. Tom is the chief executive officer of the Zig Ziglar Corporation. Tom chose “transformation.” Tom calls it the trinity of transformation and he says it this way, “Transformation happens when desire ignites hope and is fueled by grit.” People often have goals and dreams. We all desire something in this life. We desire to change or transform something about ourselves or in our life. Every one of us has desires, and we all have hope for something. But until we have the grit to see it through, true transformation will not happen. Lastly, I am so happy and proud to share what my good friend Lissa
TRAINING The Aurora-South Metro SBDC helps existing and new businesses grow and prosper through workshops and consulting.
Versteegh had to say about her “one word.” Lissa is the senior vice president of sales strategy and development at Randstad USA. Her word is “authentic.” She shared that, “With all the changes in life and in the world, we must stay true to ourselves. And when we do, we will make the right judgments and decisions.” That is gold, brilliant. Now, when we look at these words in summary and in one snapshot, we see where making the right choices and choosing the right behaviors, and then diligently getting after those behaviors with the attitude of perseverance, we will meet with transformation in our personal and professional lives. And when we add staying true to ourselves, striving to be authentic in all that we do, we will choose, behave, persevere and transform the authentic lives we were meant to live. Knowing that many of you will ask, my own “one word” is “loveandforgiveness.” I know it is really not “one word,” but if you think about it for a minute, it truly is “one word.” So how about you? What is your “one word” for 2018? I would really love it if you would send me an email with your “one word” and why you have chosen that word at gotonorton@ gmail.com. And when we can choose a positive, strong, encouraging, and authentic word to live by, it really will be a better than good year.
SMITH FROM PAGE 8
to be if I came down with the flu. Who wants to be as sick as a dog? You know me when it comes to words and expressions. The expression “sick as a dog” was first used in 1705. But it’s unknown why a dog is the comparison. Maybe because horses can’t vomit. “Sick as a parrot” turned up in the 1970s. At this moment, as of this writing, I feel good. I am thankful for it. But there are others within the
sound of this article who are under the weather. And it may be far more than the flu. A man walks into a pharmacy and asks the pharmacist, “Do you have any acetylsalicylic acid?” “Do you mean aspirin?” “That’s it. I can never remember the word.” If you’re wondering about Albert Gitchell, so am I. I haven’t been able to determine if Patient Zero died from the flu. Get well soon. Craig Marshall Smith is an artist, educator and Highlands Ranch resident. He can be reached at craigmarshallsmith@comcast.net.
Caring for our Community by
Using Sustainable Printing Practices. ColoradoCommunityMedia.com
Michael Norton is a resident of Castle Rock, the former president of the Zig Ziglar Corporation, a strategic consultant and a business and personal coach.
AT TE NT S IO O ME N U T TR H OA BU RE SI NE A SS ES !
Start-Up Basics *
Start-Up Basics *
Tues. | February 13th
Wed. | February 21st
6:30-8:30 PM | Free
6:30-8:30 PM | Free
Koelbel Library
Castle Pines Library
* Register at Aurora-SouthMetroSBDC.com/training The 2018 workshop schedule is online: Aurora-SouthMetroSBDC.com/training | (303) 326-8686 Start-ups: Please take two workshops prior to consulting.
A nationally accredited program Funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
BUSINESS
NORTON
In Loving Memory Place an Obituary for Your Loved One. Private 303-566-4100 Obituaries@ColoradoCommunityMedia.com
Funeral Homes Visit: www.memoriams.com
10 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018
Need to get the word out?
CALM AFTER THE STORM
January canned soup drive supports local food banks STAFF REPORT
SM
Advertise with us to find your next great hire!
Call Karen at
303.566.4091
Help restock the local Elbert County food banks by donating cans of soup. The canned soup drive is organized by the Ranchland Republican Women and Pines and Plains Libraries. Cans of soup can be dropped off through January — also National Soup Month — at library branches in Elbert, Elizabeth, Kiowa and Simla. Contact Marlene Groves at 303-6211111 or Wendy Walp at 303-646-3792, ext. 12.
C O M M U N I T Y H E A LT H TA L K
LEARN ABOUT THE LATEST ADVANCEMENTS IN DBS THERAPY
INSURANCE PREFERRED CLAIM EXPERTS MANUFACTURER PREFERRED
www.JKRoofing.com
a
303-425-7531
M
or
Call for a FREE INSPECTION!
ed
C ol
ia
Thank you for voting us do
WITH PARKINSON’S DISEASE OR ESSENTIAL TREMOR Deep brain stimulation (DBS) therapy has been proven over the past 20 years to be an effective treatment option for symptoms of Parkinson’s disease and essential tremors. The latest advancements to DBS offer innovations in the way the therapy is delivered and how it is controlled. Attend this free informational seminar to learn more about DBS therapy, including the benefits and risks of this therapy. CALL 720-480-1111 OR SKANE@SJM.COM TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT. PRESENTED BY: Dr. David VanSickle WHEN:
Monday, January 29, 2018 | 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Life Care Center of Stonegate 15720 Garden Plaza Drive Parker, CO 80134
ST. JUDE MEDICAL IS NOW ABBOTT
Serving the greater Denver Metro area and the foothills.
Best of the Best!
LIVING YOUR BEST LIFE
C o m m u nit
y
Rx Only Brief Summary: Prior to using these devices, please review the User’s Guide for a complete listing of indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, potential adverse events, and directions for use. Indications for Use: Bilateral stimulation of the subthalamic nucleus (STN) as an adjunctive therapy to reduce some of the symptoms of advanced levodopa-responsive Parkinson’s disease that are not adequately controlled by medications, and unilateral or bilateral stimulation of the ventral intermediate nucleus (VIM) of the thalamus for the suppression of disabling upper extremity tremor in adult essential tremor patients whose tremor is not adequately controlled by medications and where the tremor constitutes a significant functional disability. Contraindications: Patients who are unable to operate the system or for whom test stimulation is unsuccessful. Diathermy, electroshock therapy, and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) are contraindicated for patients with a deep brain stimulation system. Warnings/Precautions: Return of symptoms due to abrupt cessation of stimulation (rebound effect), excessive or low frequency stimulation, risk of depression and suicide, implanted cardiac systems or other active implantable devices, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), electromagnetic interference (EMI), proximity to electrosurgery devices and high-output ultrasonics and lithotripsy, ultrasonic scanning equipment, external defibrillators, and therapeutic radiation, therapeutic magnets, radiofrequency sources, explosive or flammable gases, theft detectors and metal screening devices, activities requiring excessive twisting or stretching, operation of machinery and equipment, pregnancy, and case damage. Patients who are poor surgical risks, with multiple illnesses, or with active general infections should not be implanted. Adverse Effects: Loss of therapeutic benefit or decreased therapeutic response, painful stimulation, persistent pain around the implanted parts (e.g. along the extension path in the neck), worsening of motor impairment, paresis, dystonia, sensory disturbance or impairment, speech or language impairment, and cognitive impairment. Surgical risks include intracranial hemorrhage, stroke, paralysis, and death. Other complications may include seizures and infection. User’s Guide must be reviewed for detailed disclosure. Unless otherwise noted, ™ indicates that the name is a trademark of, or licensed to, St. Jude Medical or one of its subsidiaries. ST. JUDE MEDICAL and the nine-squares symbol are trademarks and service marks of St. Jude Medical, LLC and its related companies. © 2017 St. Jude Medical, LLC. All Rights Reserved. SJM-INF-0517-0101l | Item approved for U.S. use only.
8
Guide
2018
FUTURE TURE TO THE
Whether you are a high school senior looking at life after graduation, or an adult wanting to complete your education, today’s options are endless. Learn more about alternatives to the traditional college or university, tips on paying for college and tips on how to map out a future that fits your individual road to success.
Thinking beyond the traditional options
A 4-year college or university isn’t the best option for all students Page 3A
Returning to college?
Tips for working adults going back to school Page 7A
A special supplement of
2 Guide to the Future
January 25, 2018
Quality Education Meets Quality Life In Kearney, Nebraska Kearney, NE - Students who choose the University of Nebraska at Kearney are typically looking for something a little different in their college experience. Lopers are wanting to find their own way. Each year, more than 6,500 students discover what they’re looking for in the city affectionately known as “K-Town.” One visit to Kearney can be eyeopening for students and their families. With a growing population of just over 30,000 it’s easy to see the progress throughout the community. New buildings, businesses, parks and trails, and homes and apartments are popping up across the city. Restaurants like Chickfil-A, Raising Cane’s, Dunkin Donuts, Starbucks and Buffalo Wild Wings are bringing their business to Kearney because they see opportunity. They’re not the only ones. Venture away from Kearney’s main stretch of business and you’ll find the beautiful spaces one expects among the central plains of Nebraska. There’s room to roam, explore and play in Kearney. With more than 20 miles of hike and bike trails, canals for kayaking and 14 parks covering 438 acres – many with lake-front recreation space - Kearney can be the ideal place for relaxation and physical fitness.
In the middle of it all sits the serene campus of UNK. Students report UNK to be a place that feels like home… with a lot more going on. More than 80 percent of Lopers are active on campus through organizations and communityservice projects. It follows the university’s model of creating experiences and hands-on learning opportunities, because true understanding happens through active, engaged learning – often outside of the classroom. The future is bright for both Kearney and UNK. The relationship between the community and university gets stronger each year. Businesses interact with students, providing further opportunities for shared success through internship programs and part-time work. City and university people work together on projects like “University Village,” a new 100-acre campus combining UNK academic and housing facilities with private businesses like shops and restaurants. Kearney offers small-town charm with big city opportunities. For many, it’s the best of both worlds. If you’re someone looking for a quality University of Nebraska degree, without the crowds and traffic, make sure you visit K-Town. You might be surprised by what you discover. To learn more, visit unk.edu.
Guide to the Future 3
January 25, 2018
Traditional college not always best option for high-schoolers THELMA GRIMES/CCM
T
raditionally, when high school seniors prepare for the future, they talk about going to college, attending a 4-year university and getting a degree. However, there is a growing number of students where the traditional, socially-accepted option isn’t a good fit. As the cost to obtain a 4-year degree continues to increase, students and parents are considering alternatives, especially as trade school, or vocational school, options have evolved over the last decade. At one time, trade school was mainly for future mechanics or cosmeticians. Now, trade schools cover a broad range of professions, including electricians, nursing, welding, medical assistants, massage therapy, computer networking, culinary (chef and head cooks) and heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers (HVAC). These professions earn a good salary. In fact, Wendy Strait, lead counselor for Mountain Vista High School in Douglas County, joked that some of the trade school careers pay better than what she’s making with a bachelor’s degree. According to the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics, electricians make more than $50,000 a year, nurses make well over $60,000 and computer networking can make upwards of $80,000. These career fields can all be possible through trade schools or programs deemed less expensive than a traditional 4-year college. According to collegedata.com, getting a college education from a private school can cost up to $34,740 a year, in-state college tuition is estimated at $9,970, and out-of-state tuition is $25,620 per year. However, even with the increasing cost of getting a 4-year degree, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimates that 69.7 percent of graduating high school seniors still enroll in a college or university, leaving just over 30 percent looking at other options. Local high school counselors say as options post-high school have evolved, their approach to helping seniors plan for the future has become a lot more individualized. Programs in middle school and high school are also being created to give students the opportunity to try their hand at multiple trades. “There is no definitive prescriptive way to counsel students. Sometimes you have to go through options and talk about what is available beyond traditional college,” Strait said. Sandra Steiner, Director of Postsecondary readiness with Westminster Public Schools, said the entire school district has a duty to support students in finding careers that enable them to earn a household living wage whether it be through college, the military or a trade school program that can start as
Trade and vocation schools used to be primarily for mechanics and cosmetology. Today, vocational studies stretch from electronics to medical fields and nursing, such as those provided for students attending Westminster Public Schools. PHOTO COURTESY OF WESTMINSTER PUBLIC SCHOOLS
early as middle school. “Statistically speaking, the majority of these opportunities will require some post-secondary credential, but not necessarily completion of a college degree,” she said. “If a student begins to prepare early, many credentials can be earned before a student graduates from high school. Our work with students starts in sixth grade and is focused on career exploration and investigation first.” Strait said on a national level, most schools are playing catch up when it comes to providing vocational programs and giving students the opportunity to experience career fields that are about “hands-on” work such as farming and agriculture and mechanics. “Over the years, we have oversold college as being the only way,” Strait said. “Schools started abandoning the trade programs, taking away funding and it’s become a problem. We lost programs like auto shop and welding. Now, we are realizing it was a mistake and working to make it right. The problem there is it does cost a lot of money.” This means not only bringing back trade classes, but also forming partnerships in the community. Strait said Douglas County Schools has formed partnerships with local businesses that give jobs to students in a variety of trades. This also means participating in programs such as the state’s Colorado for Career and Technical Education Programs (CTE), which provides 43 percent of Colorado high school students with trade and vocational
AVERAGE SALARY FOR VOCATIONAL CAREERS Electrician — $52,720
Medical Assistant — $32,850
Heating, air conditioning and refrigeration mechanics and installers (HVAC) — $45,910
Nursing — $68,450
Computer Networking — $79,700
Welding — $39,390
Culinary (head chef, cooks) — $43,180
*Median salaries based on estimates from the U.S. Department of Labor Statistics
Massage Therapy — $44,480 courses. “Career and Technical Education Programs provide students the opportunity to develop skills and knowledge tied to work and leadership at work,” Sarah Heath, Career and Technical Education/State CTE director. “We have a variety of programs that are all tied to either high wage, high skill, or high demand jobs in our state.” Steiner said other new options such as CareerWise Colorado enables students to work, finish high school and complete and Associate’s Degree over a three-year period. “Local employers hire students for this program while they are sophomores in high school,” Steiner said. “These employers are committed to
Pharmacy Technician — $30,920
growing their future workforce and are willing to invest time, training and college tuition dollars to develop these students for probably long-term employment. For these students, it’s a way to earn money, learn workplace readiness skills, time management and professionalism.” Diana Wilson, Communications Officer with Jeffco Public Schools, said they have developed multiple programs aimed at helping students get an idea of what they will want to do well before graduation. At Dakota Ridge High School, the district provides a certified International Baccalaureate Diploma ProSEE COLLEGE, P8
ALTERNATIVE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO STUDENTS CareerWise Colorado — www. careerwisecolorado.org Colorado for Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs — www.coloradostateplan. com/ Future Center — 303-487-3929 www.westminsterpublicschools.org/ futurecenter
Douglas County Career and Technical Education Program — www.dcsdk12.org/career-andtechnical-education Jefferson County Schools Career and Technical Education — www.jefcoed.com/academics/ career_technical_education Cherry Creek School District CTE programs — www.cherrycreekschools.org/CTE
4 Guide to the Future
January 25, 2018
How businesses can collaborate with the education sector to close the skills gap
W
ith U.S. graduation rates being at an all-time high, one might expect employers to have a wealth of qualified candidates to hire. Instead, many employers are finding that these recent graduates are unprepared to succeed in the workforce. While many are graduating with technical skills, their “soft skills” are lacking. These skills — from professional communication and critical thinking to collaboration and time management — are seen as critical by employers, yet have not historically been taught with consistency or prioritized. A recent whitepaper commissioned by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation and AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination), an education nonprofit that equips students with the necessary soft skills needed to be successful in college and their careers, highlights recent partnerships between the business and education sectors to tackle this skills gap. “Bridging the Soft Skills Gap: How Employers Can Partner with Educators to Prepare Students for the 21st Century Workforce” offers practical recommendations for businesses to
hands-on methodology training for educators is vital. Employers can help by ensuring that teachers and administrators across local schools have access to proven professional development programs from established education nonprofits.
In local districts such as those in Douglas and Adams counties, partnering with local businesses to create opportunity for high school students is a priority. COURTESY PHOTO make an impact and profiles strategic partnerships being successfully implemented across the country by Nike, Ernst & Young, Wegmans, Wynn Las Vegas, and the Northern Kentucky Education Council. According to a 2016 analysis by the Wall Street Journal, 92 percent of nearly 900 surveyed executives said soft skills were as or more important than technical skills, yet 89 percent reported some level of difficulty finding employees who have mastered these
Littleton, Parker, Castle Rock, Online
Start at ACC. Move Mountains Anywhere. • An ACC Associates Degree makes it easy for you to continue studies at a four-year college at a fraction of the price • Get a jumpstart on Fall with Summer Classes • Get the knowledge you need, on a campus close to home
There are 131 Colleges in Colorado. Only one can help you Move Mountains.
skills. “With almost 6 million unfilled jobs in America, this lack of soft skills hurts workers, businesses and the economy,” says Cheryl Oldham of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Center for Education and Workforce. “Businesses recognize the critical need for soft skills and are working hard in their communities to help students obtain the skills they need to succeed in the jobs of tomorrow.” A growing number of companies are focusing on student education as a part of their business strategy. By equipping students with the skills for workplace success, they strengthen their talent pipeline and create shared value. The following insights from the whitepaper offer successful approaches to collaboration between the education and business sectors to help youth become better prepared for their careers. Classroom solutions Investing in classroom solutions empowers teachers to better help young people develop the skills they need in school, work and life. Since promoting soft skills is less about what is taught than how they are taught, access to
Academy for
Dental Assisting Careers
Mentoring for college and career readiness Businesses can mobilize employees to mentor students based upon a college and career readiness curriculum. Proponents of these mentoring programs say that they enhance employee satisfaction and retention, strengthen the talent pipeline and contribute to thriving communities. Adopt-a-school In adopting a specific school or school district, businesses typically identify and commit to meeting a holistic set of needs through multifaceted programming, ranging from tutoring and mentoring to specific grants for programming and facilities. Work-based learning Instead of solely offering traditional internships for college students, businesses can partner with high schools to establish pre-employment apprenticeship programs designed to introduce students to workplace demands. The Department of Labor supports employers that establish Registered Apprenticeships to build a robust talent pipeline. Coalition building Building a coalition of representatives from industry, the education system and the community creates the space for meaningful dialogue about common priorities and unique local challenges. It also facilitates collective action around solutions. -Brandpoint
DENTAL ASSISTANTS ARE IN DEMAND! ADAC gives you the knowledge and confidence to start or expand a dental assisting career with our hands on training by 2 practicing instructors, who will teach you what they do everyday of the week!
The Academy for Dental Assisting Careers provides you with concentrated instruction on: 1. Chairside Dental Assistant Training Program 2. Dental Radiology & CPR Certifications 3. Nitrous Oxide Administration Certification 4. Expanded Duties Dental Auxiliary (EDDA) 5. Dental Laboratory Technician Certification
ONGOING SESSIONS! 8 SATURDAYS ONLY! 303-774-8100 • Littleton - Longmont - Brighton - Greeley
ACC
ARAPAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
arapahoe.edu
Approved and Regulated by the Colorado Department of Higher Education, Private Occupation School Board, Accredited by the Better Business Bureau and Winner of Gold Star Certificate - Denver / Boulder 2012 Member of the American Dental Assistants Association
www.AcademyForDentalAssistingCareers.com
Guide to the Future 5
January 25, 2018
Paving the way to college:
things
parents need to know
Senior year: It’s a time to finish college applications, solidify friendships and look forward to the freedom and the responsibility that come once that final bell rings. A lot of feelings surface during that final year, especially for parents. While your son or daughter might be overjoyed to finally fly the coop and live independently, you’ll probably be dealing with your own mix of emotions, and you’ll want to be sure they’re ready to begin college in the fall. For families with a child headed to college, senior year is best thought of as a transition year. Plan ahead to make sure your family stays on track. To help you and your child with a successful transition, here’s the essential list of landmarks on the road that will take your child from a senior in high school to a freshman in college. 1. Apply yourself in the fall The journey to college begins early, and by the fall of senior year in high school, your child should be in full transition mode. They should be finishing campus visits and finalizing the list of colleges where they want to apply. Make sure they’ve spoken with admission counselors, thoroughly researched schools they’re interested in and have everything they need to complete their college applications. Keep tabs on important deadlines and stay organized to avoid missing any critical due dates. For example, will they want to apply early decision or early action? If so, make sure you have weighed how this could impact your financial plan for college. 2. Focus on financial aid from the start For many parents, one of the biggest anxieties around college is the cost. Don’t forget that the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) opens on Oct. 1, and some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. Make sure you submit the form as soon as it’s available. Because everyone has different needs, figuring out how to finance your child’s education requires some research. At College Ave Student Loans, you can find private loan options for parents and students. Even if you’re not ready to take a loan out yet, parents and students can try out the fast and easy pre-qualification tools to find out if their credit pre-qualifies for a loan, and what interest rates they could expect, all without impacting their credit scores. Calculators are also available to help you explore your options and see how you can customize the loan payments to fit your budget.
5 TIPS FOR FINDING COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS College is a significant investment and millions of families each year face the question of how to pay for it. One way students can position themselves for success is by seeking out various forms of financial assistance. Earning scholarships can be one way to offset the financial burden, but winning a scholarship can sometimes be as competitive as gaining admission to the college of your choice. Some scholarships can be earned by meeting or exceeding certain standards, such as academic performance, while other scholarships are based on financial need or personal interests of the applicant. There’s also a wealth of opportunities that support students in specific areas, whether it be from companies, professional organizations or foundations. For example, the America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders program offers industry-specific scholarships each year for those looking to study agriculture-related fields. While your academic performance, character and extracurricular resume all play a part, knowing where to look for scholarships can make all the difference when it comes time to pay for your education. These tips can help you identify and apply for scholarships that match your interests and credentials. 1. Complete the FAFSA Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) may be required to apply for a number of scholarships, particularly scholarships offered by most colleges and universities based on need. It is also required for other forms of financial aid, such as subsidized or unsubsidized loans. While you can begin filling out the FAFSA on Oct. 1 of the year prior to needing aid, many scholarships give priority to students who complete the FAFSA by their state’s application deadline. It is important to note that some colleges and universities have earlier deadlines. 2. Talk to Your Counselor Colleges or universities and scholarship providers often supply information about their award offerings and applications to high school counselors. Many institutions also offer specific awards by major for both new and returning
3. Spring time is decision time Early in the spring, your child will start to receive their first acceptance letters. Once they’ve heard from all of the schools where they applied, they’ll have a big decision to make. They need to do more than just decide which school to attend; they’ll also need to send in a deposit, complete their housing form and accept financial aid packages.
students that can be applied for through the school’s financial aid office. 3. Apply for Scholarships in Your Field of Interest Many job sectors have scholarship opportunities available through related clubs, organizations, small businesses and other benefactors. For example, the America’s Farmers Grow Ag Leaders program, sponsored by the Monsanto Fund in conjunction with the FFA, provides $1,500 scholarships to students endorsed by local farmers for continuing their education at two- or four-year universities and trade schools in agriculture-related fields of study. This year, the program will award more than $500,000 in scholarships to students in fields such as mathematics, computer science, business, communications, engineering, farming, agronomy, education and more. Students can learn more about the program by visiting Grow AgLeaders.com. 4. Don’t Overlook Smaller Award Amounts When it comes to paying for your education, every scholarship you receive — even those that come with smaller, one-time award amounts — can help defray the costs beyond tuition for books, supplies and living expenses. Many times, scholarships with smaller award amounts have fewer additional requirements that must be satisfied outside of materials traditionally required for submission such as transcripts, letters of reference and an application. 5. Use a Scholarship Search Engine While a simple search for “college scholarships” on any search engine is likely to elicit plenty of options, there are sites available that are dedicated to helping students identify college scholarship opportunities. While paid options exist, there are also several free sites, such as Scholarships.com, Fastweb and Scholarship America, that can provide local, regional and national options based on the information you provide. Other, more industry-specific websites, such as FFA.org, can provide scholarship opportunities that pertain to a certain field of interest. — Source: Family Features
A crucial step in this process is comparing award letters from the colleges where your child has been accepted. In reading these letters, pay close attention to how schools list the total costs. For instance, some schools will subtract the awarded loan amount from the total cost of attendance, while others will not. This could make the net cost of some schools appear less than
STATE AND LOCAL RESOURCES AND AID AVAILABLE TO COLORADO STUDENTS Colorado Student Resources (Colorado Department of Higher Education) www.highered.colorado.gov/cochallenge/ resource.html Resources include: • College Opportunity Fund - Learn more about this stipend for Colorado students or those who qualify for ASSET. • Scholarship database - To learn more about scholarship available to all students in Colorado. • Connection and Support • Career and Graduate School Resources • DREAMer Students • First-generation Students • Scholarships and Financial Aid Scholarships.com https://www.scholarships.com/financial-aid/ college-scholarships/scholarships-by-state/ colorado-scholarships/ Resource includes: A listing of a variety of scholarships and grants available to students. Besides scholarships available for graduating high school seniors, other opportunities are designed for moms going back to school, working adults and funding to help pay for education in specified industries. Colorado Women’s Education Foundation https://cwef.org/scholarships/scholarshipresources/ others when in reality they are not, so take your time reading the documents. 4. Tie up everything in the summer Before they head to campus, you and your children should create a budget to keep tabs on college bills. This will help you to stay on track financially and set the right expectations about how they need to manage their money. You can help your soon-to-be freshman by working with them to outline a monthly budget that will take into account expected and unexpected expenses. Take a look at their financial aid packages and any income they might be earning and block out the monthly mandatory expenses. Then decide how much money they can spend on things like entertainment. If you find that scholarships, grants and federal aid don’t cover everything, private loans could be one solution for some college-bound students. For parents and students, senior year is an exciting period. Knowing what steps to take and staying ahead of financial matters with useful tools like the ones at College Ave Student Loans can help make the transition easier for everyone. -Brandpoint
6 Guide to the Future
January 25, 2018
This is what
SUCCESS FEELS LIKE
If your passion is massage therapy, an amazing career is within your reach—and there’s no better place to pursue it than Cortiva Institute. Imagine spending your days doing what you love. Having the flexibility to do it in your own time, your own way. And being paid well for it. Cortiva Institute helps you make that dream a reality, with its innovative, personalized learning, hands-on industry experience, and career services assistance proven—for 40 years—to place graduates.
Two locations in Colorado:
Aurora & Westminster Graduate in as few as
7½ months*
LAURA BUEHLER Licensed Massage Therapist Cortiva Institute Graduate
5,000+ jobs
nationwide Available Annually
Find your future in Wellness. To apply online or schedule your visit today, contact us at Cortiva.edu or call 1.866.CORTIVA.
Formerly Denver School of Massage Therapy
Aurora Campus: 14107 East Exposition Avenue, Aurora, CO 80012 | Westminster Campus: 8991 Harlan Street, Suite B, Westminster, CO 80031 *Program length may vary by campus. For more information about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed the program, and other important information, please visit our website at www.cortiva.edu/ge.
Guide to the Future 7
January 25, 2018
tips for working adults returning to college Most working professionals want to advance their skills, land that promotion and get a raise. However, some 36 million adults face a significant barrier to achieving their goals and aspirations: They still need to complete a significant amount of coursework in order to earn a college degree. While many of these adults have completed at least some higher education classes, the demands of family life and maintaining a career, along with a lack of financial resources, can both be forces that derail these plans. Fortunately, the pathways to earning a college degree are evolving, which means a working professional now has more affordable and efficient means to finish the coursework. With a smart strategy, a busy working professional can make that dream of earning a diploma into a reality. 1. Define your goals Some people know exactly what they want from life and how a college degree will help them fulfill their goals. Others may have more general ambitions related to finishing the degree, but they may need to take time to create a more detailed plan. In either case, before choosing a higher education program, it’s important to take time to inventory skills and career experiences. The insights from this exercise can be helpful in charting your course to earning that diploma. 2. Consider your time and explore your financial options For a working adult, using traditional means to earn a degree isn’t always best-suited to the realities of life - not to mention finances. With the demands of family and work encroaching on study and class time, fitting it all in can seem overwhelming. It’s important to take time to research your options, because there may be more flexible and affordable paths to choose from. One great example is a new program from Kaplan University called ExcelTrack. Students begin with an assessment, which measures what they already know and advises a course of study. Even better, the coursework allows them to focus on what they need to master, not what they already know. They then work through the courses online — which entails participating in seminars, doing practice activities, completing projects that demonstrate what they know and can do — all while taking as much or as little time as they need. For people who are able to move at a faster pace, the option can be more affordable than the traditional route because they can pay a flat fee for 6 weeks (graduate level) or 10 weeks (undergraduate level), enabling them to take and complete as many courses as they can handle. This makes earning a degree from an accredited university much more affordable and flexible.
Twenty-seven is becoming the new 18 as colleges and universities are seeing an increase in adult enrollment each year.
BPT PHOTO
sure and stick to your study routine. Before long, your mind will anticipate and expect a study session at certain times of day, which makes it easier to get focused. 4. Get support With the demands of school and work, now is an appropriate time to seek help from family and friends. Talk to your partner, parents or siblings about taking on child care duties a few days or evenings a week so you can work without interruption. This is an opportune time to give older kids additional responsibilities, such as folding their laundry, starting dinner and packing their own lunches. Beyond that, consider informing your employer about your college courses and your goals. If your degree is relevant to other work at the company, you might discover they are willing to help. After all, they already have an employee who knows the business, and they will more than likely appreciate your ambition.
Whether its to finish a degree, change careers are explore a new hobby and learn a new skill, adults take time to transition into college mode. BPT PHOTO 3. Get organized Working toward a degree can be an intense experience for anyone, which is why it’s important to create the right environment to focus and study. Start by setting up a study station. Ideally, this is a desk or table that’s clean, welllit and organized with plenty of supplies on hand, and a comfortable chair.
Begin by holding study sessions at different times of the day, while paying attention to energy and productivity levels. Many do their best when they rise an hour or two before their families do, while others come alive in the evening hours. Studying online offers this kind of flexibility so whatever time of day works for you, be
5. Keep it in balance When life gets this hectic, especially when it’s consumed with family, work and school, it’s easy to burn the candle at both ends, leaving you feeling overextended and burned out. This is why it’s important to schedule some down time. Having a break to look forward to can be a powerful motivational tool. Maybe it’s a weekly bike ride, or relaxing with a favorite movie. Whatever it is, don’t feel guilty about taking this time for yourself. For more information about earning a degree online from Kaplan University with its new ExcelTrack program, visit kaplanuniversity.edu. -Brandpoint
8 Guide to the Future
January 25, 2018J
High-paying jobs still available in the agriculture industry As the farming industry faces growing consolidation in the U.S., one might get the impression fewer jobs are now available in agriculture. In fact, just the opposite is true. Today, one in three people worldwide — more than a billion employees — work in an ag-related industry. Industry growth and digital innovation combined with retirements are driving significant demand for college grads and other professionals, including those without experience in typical ag-related subjects, and many feature excellent salaries. The USDA and Purdue University predict 57,900 jobs requiring ag skills will become available each year between now and 2020 while only 35,000 grads in food, ag, renewable resources or environment studies will look to fill those jobs each year. Further, the average starting salary in the U.S. for those graduating with bachelor’s degrees in agriculture or natural resources was a healthy $54,364 as of winter 2017, a 12 percent increase from 2016. “People are starting to discover (agriculture) is a pretty good industry to be in,” Iowa State College Career Services Director Mike Gaul recently told CNBC. “They realize this sector isn’t our traditional what-we-joke ‘cows, plows and sows’ industry anymore. It’s incredibly diverse.” The expectation is that grads with expertise in food, agriculture, renewable natural resources and/or the environment will fill 61 percent of all ag-related openings, while employers must seek grads in other majors to fill the 39 percent gap. Notably, women already make up more than half of the higher-ed grads in food, agricul-
ture, renewable natural resources and environmental studies. High school grads considering degrees in agriculture might consider one of these highest-paying ag occupations:
4. Ag scientists Salaries average out at $120,000. A bachelor’s degree is usually sufficient, with in-demand specialties including bioinformatics, animal genetics or the regulatory environment (managing
Bottom line: The next generation of ag specialists will be crucial to helping solve the world’s most pressing issues. Agricultural company Syngenta is supporting that cause by bestowing multiple college scholarships to ag
COLLEGE
whole. do well before graduation. At Dakota Ridge High School, the district provides a certified International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB). IB is a two-year educational program aimed at 16-to-18-year olds. The program is an internationallyaccepted qualification for entry into higher education and is recognized by many universities worldwide. The program is popular because of its emphasis on a student’s personal development as they plan for the future. At Green Mountain High School, Wilson said Jeffco has multiple career tracks programs to help students create an individual plan rather than just choosing the college option. Conifer High School has developed a trade-school program, which includes internships and hands-on construction projects. Wilson said the district is also proud of the Warren Occupation Technical Center in Lakewood. Warren Tech has turned into a premier career and technical education center, providing students with career-focused learning in everything from opportunities in cosmetology, to medical and IT careers. Warren Tech courses and programs are possible through the Jeffco District’s partnerships with colleges, industry leaders and community as a whole.
Education in trade and non-traditional occupations are just some of the avenues available to graduating seniors looking for viable options for the future. COURTESY PHOTO
FROM PAGE 3
gramme (IB). IB is a two-year educational program aimed at 16-to-18-year olds. The program is an internationally-accepted qualification for entry into higher education and is recognized by many universities worldwide. The program is popular because of its emphasis on a student’s personal development as they plan for the future. At Green Mountain High School, Wilson said Jeffco has multiple career tracks programs to help students create an individual plan rather than just choosing the college option. Conifer High School has developed a trade-school program, which includes internships and hands-on construction projects. Wilson said the district is also proud of the Warren Occupation Technical Center in Lakewood. Warren Tech has turned into a premier career and technical education center, providing students with career-focused learning in everything from opportunities in cosmetology, to medical and IT careers. Warren Tech courses and programs are possible through the Jeffco District’s partnerships with colleges, industry leaders and community as a
1. C-suite executives The CEOs, COOs and CFOs at ag startups or established corporations routinely earn $200,000-plus for overseeing company growth and profitability. A bachelor’s or master’s degree is generally needed in addition to a background in leadership and at least five years’ industry experience. 2. Ag lawyers Because ag is so highly regulated, such professionals may handle issues related to water, land use, pesticides, seeds, the environment, labor/HR, immigration, commerce, intellectual property, mergers/acquisitions, etc. Salaries average out at $160,000. Required: a bachelor’s degree followed by a J.D. and completed state bar exam. 3. Ag sales managers Those skilled in overseeing sales teams are earning an average $125,000plus annually. Most hold bachelor’s degrees in agronomy, crop science, soil science, biology, agricultural business or a related field.
Students are finding that farming and agriculture jobs are not a thing of the past. Those looking for alternative options can still find high-paying jobs in the agriculture industry ranging from farming and growing to legal services and IT. COURTESY PHOTO and strategizing a product through the regulatory process). 5. Ag engineers Among specialties in demand are environmental, ethanol and mechanical engineers, with average salaries running upwards of $80,000 for those holding bachelor’s degrees.
students each year, and of course hiring many grads in various majors. “This is an exciting time in agriculture because we have new tools to develop better seeds and crop protection products, as well as digital solutions to help farmers be more productive,” says Ian Jepson, head of trait research and developmental biology at Syngenta. “We encourage students to think about the wide range of challenging and rewarding careers in companies like ours to help develop and deliver what farmers need to feed the world.” -Brandpoint
Elbert County News 19
January 25, 2018
They say you can’t teach old dogs new tricks.
Recommended:
For the past 45 years, we’ve been teaching dogs young and old to not chase cars, dig in flower beds, turn couches into dog beds and eat from trash cans. Our patented Boundary Plus® Technology, a Consumers Digest Best Buy, has additional security features no other dog fence has. To learn more, visit InvisibleFence.com or call 1-800-578-3647.
Invisible Fence Brand of Colorado 14605 E Arapahoe Road | Aurora, CO 80016 303-794-3647 | 866-473-8515 InvisibleFence.com ©2018 Radio Systems Corp. All Rights Reserved. The Best Buy Seal and other licensed materials are registered certification marks and trademarks of Consumers Digest Communications, LLC, used under license. For awards information, visit ConsumersDigest.com.
20 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
CLUBS
pplibraries.org.
FROM PAGE 6
Lawyers at the Library: 6-9 p.m. the second Tuesday of every month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 W. Beverly St. Free legal clinic for parties who have no attorney. Volunteer attorneys will answer questions, help fill out forms and explain the process and procedure for the areas of family law, civil litigation, criminal defense, property law, probate law, collections, appeals, landlordtenant law and civil protection orders. Walk-ins welcome. Everyone will be helped on a first-come, first-served basis. LEGO Master Brickster: 3:45 p.m. Thursdays at the Kiowa Library. Build LEGO stuff together. Call 303-621-2111 or go to
Mystery Book Club: 9:30 a.m. the first Saturday of each month at the Simla Public Library. The group enjoys talking about a variety of mystery authors and titles. We also periodically host a Colorado author during our meetings. Everyone may join us, and registration is not required. Visit the Simla Branch of the Elbert County Library District at 504 Washington Avenue, call 719-541-2573, or email farabe@elbertcountylibrary.org. Outback Express: public transit service provided by the East Central Council of Local Governments. To ensure a seat is available, 24-hour notice appreciated. Call Kay Campbell, 719- 541-4275, or 800-8250208 for reservations. Go to http://outbackexpress.tripod.com. Outback Express
Christ-Centered: Service Leadership Excellence
Join us for our Learning Showcase & Open House on
Thursday, January 25th at 6pm
Take the next step to giving your child a Christ-centered education.
Schedule a tour today! Call 303.841.5988 Now enrolling Preschool through 8th Grade
9650 Jordan Rd. • Parker, CO 80134 • sechristianschool.org
runs from Simla and Matheson to Colorado Springs on the first and third Monday of each month; from Simla and Matheson to Limon on the fourth Thursday of each month; from Kiowa, Elizabeth and Elbert to Parker or Colorado Springs on the first and third Tuesday of each month; from Elizabeth to Colorado Springs or Parker on the second Tuesday of each month. Good Samaritan Nursing Home Residents may ride the bus on the second Thursday of each month. Overeaters Anonymous: 10-11 a.m. and from 7-8 p.m. Wednesdays in the Sedalia Room at New Hope Presbyterian Church, 2100 Meadows Parkway, Castle Rock. Parker-Franktown-Elizabeth Paper Crafting Club: regular meetings on various weekday evenings and weekends at 7786 Prairie Lake Trail, Parker (in the Pinery). Open to anyone interested in card making and scrapbooking. Contact Alison Collins at 720-212-4788 or find us online at http:// www.meetup.com/Parker-FranktownElizabeth-Paper-Crafting-Club/ Ranchland Republican Women: 7 p.m. third Monday of each month at the Elizabeth Library, 651 Beverly St. Membership is open to Republicans only. Dues are $25 for a full voting member (women only) and $10 for a non-voting member (can be women or men). For a membership application and other information, go to www.RanchlandRepublianWomen.org. Seniors Meet: 11 a.m. Mondays at the Elizabeth Senior Center, 823 S. Banner St. Bring a dish for potluck on the first Monday of each month. Other Mondays, bring a sack lunch. Bingo, games and socializing. New leadership. Call Agnes at 303-883-7881 or Carol at
303-646-3425. Simla Open Mic Night: 6:30 p.m. Fridays at the Simla Library. Share poetry, music, dance, comedy or painting (inter alios), or just come and watch.3333 Sky Cliff Center Caregiver Support Group: 10-11:30 a.m. the third Tuesday of each month at 4600 E. Highway 86, Castle Rock. Caregiving for adults can be challenging at times, and you’re not alone. For information, or to let the center know if you’re coming, call 303-814-2863 or email skycliffctr@ skycliff.org. Go to www.skycliff.org Sky Cliff Center Stroke Support Group: 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. the second and last Wednesday of each month at Christlife Community Church, 5451 E. Highway 86, Franktown (lunch provided). Also, 10-11:30 a.m. the third Wednesday of each month at Sky Ridge Medical Center, 10101 Ridge Gate Parkway, Lone Tree. Call Sky Cliff Center at 303-814-2863. Teen Tuesday: 5 p.m. Tuesdays at the Elbert Library. Play card and video games. Call 303-648-3533 or go to pplibraries.org. Therapeutic riding: Promise Ranch Therapeutic Riding in Parker offers free therapeutic riding for developmentally disabled adults and children. Scholarship money is available for Douglas County residents to provide 10 therapeutic riding lessons. Call 303-841-5007 or visit www.promiseranchtherapeuticriding.com. VFW Post 10649: 8:30 a.m. the first Saturday of every month at 24325 Main St., Elbert. Go to http://www.vfwpost10649. org. Contact Alan Beebe at 303-435-2560 for questions.
Elbert County News 21
8January 25, 2018
Colorado Dulcimer Festival to bring sweet sounds to Littleton venue February event will offer two days of magical music at church on Belleview BY SONYA ELLINGBOE SELLINGBOE@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Two 7 p.m. evening concerts on Feb. 2 and 3 will offer the sweet music of mountain and hammered dulcimers, combined with additional instruments: fiddle, guitar, banjo and mandolin. Nationally recognized concert musicians will be part of the annual Colorado Dulcimer Festival, held this year at St. James Presbyterian Church, 3601 W. Belleview Ave., Littleton. Celtic, bluegrass, old-time, country and jazz music will be heard throughout the weekend and there will be a dance band, according to Judy Jones of Roxborough, an instructor/musician on the hammered dulcimer. This festival began 15 years ago in Fort Collins with musician/teacher Steve Eulberg, and moved to the Denver area five years ago. Jones says: “There are two kinds of dulcimers: the hammered and the mountain or lap dulcimer. Both use strings stretched across a soundboard, but differ in shape, sound and playing. Hammered dulcimers are 5,000 years old, from ancient Persia, sit on a stand and have 72 or more strings stretched across a wooden sound box.
Linda Colville plays the hammered dulcimer and Bob Elieson performs on the mountain dulcimer. Both types will be played and taught at the Colorado Dulcimer Festival on Feb. 2 and 3 at St. James Presbyterian Church in Littleton. COURTESY PHOTO.
The player strikes the strings with wooden hammers, producing music in a great dynamic range. Mountain dulcimers originated in the Appalachian Mountains, rest on the player’s lap, and the three or four strings are
strummed like a guitar. The tone is gentle and became very popular in the 1960s folk music revival.” During each day, there will be scheduled classes/workshops for beginners through advanced players, with rental instruments available on-site. Also, daytime hours will include jam sessions, perhaps some dance sessions and lots of exchange of music and ideas. On the afternoon of Feb. 3, there will be a children’s class. Visiting musicians include: • Multi-talented Kim McKee, who will appear with her guitarist husband, Ken Wilson, performing traditional and original Celtic music. They teach in southern Colorado. • National Hammered Dulcimer Champion Ted Yoder, Goshen, Indiana. • Tina Gugeler, national champion who performs with contra bands locally. • Steve Eulberg, festival founder. • Erin Mae, youngest National Mountain Dulcimer Champion at 17.
Cute, Sweet, Funny or Unique – share your story For a chance to win a Grand Prize
IF YOU GO The Colorado Dulcimer Festival will be held on Feb. 2 and 3 at St. James Presbyterian Church, 3601 W. Belleview Ave., Littleton. Concerts are open to the public. In addition to evening concerts, both days will be filled with workshops, including one for children 8-12 on Saturday afternoon and jams for all levels of players, including one after Friday evening’s concert. A dulcimer concert is planned. There
will be rental instruments available and meals on-site, for those who wish (pre-order suggested). Or there are nearby restaurants. See coloradodulcimerfestival.com for more details. At the door, registration costs $140. Included: a concert ticket for each night. (8:15 to 9 p.m.) Individual concert tickets cost $15/adult, $10/student. A single festival workshop costs $40.
For detail and to submit your story go to: coloradocommunitymedia.com/weddingexpo
you’re invited Take the mid-winter break you deserve! Join us for kid-focused events created just for the family, featuring the Kidtopia Culinary Festival and Kidtopia Music Experience. Trust us, you won’t want to miss out on the family fun. Save up to 30% on event lodging, with rates from $199. Explore event details at kidtopia.com
EXPLORE EVENT DETAILS AT KIDTOPIA.COM
22 Elbert County News
LOCAL
January 25, 2018J
LIFE
From DIY to top of the line, metro area offers recording options Bands, advertisers and more tap into sound design BY CLARKE READER CREADER@COLORADOCOMMUNITYMEDIA.COM
Working in a recording studio is all about capturing sound in the best and highest quality possible. So, it’s no surprise that the best way for engineers and producers to first get to know from perspective clients isn’t by email or text — they prefer a simple phone call or sit-down. “It’s all about that initial conversation, which allows me to really find out what a person wants to do,” explained Chris McNaughton, owner of Rocky Mountain Recorders studios in Denver. “To get it right in the studio, it’s all about connecting with the musician, and a conversation is so much better for that than anything else” agreed Pete DeBoer, owner of Lakewood’s World Famous Studios. The music scene in Denver has been growing steadily with the population boom the state is experiencing, which means more local bands are looking for places to play, and studios to record in. And thanks to technological advancements, there are more options than ever for budding recording artists. There are home-based studios that offer a DIY vibe to musicians looking for that raw, warm feeling to their music. “I had a space for recording set up as Studio 204, but I decided I didn’t need to spend money on rent when I could do it in my place,” said Chase Demos, who now works with rock and punk bands in his home studio. “I use analog equipment for the recordings I do. I like to keep it bare bones, and for me, it’s not about the money — it’s about making great music.” World Famous is also based out of a home, and DeBoer said the space fits for everything from hip-hop and rock to death metal and singer-songwriter. “I started in the rock world, and
The control room for one of the studios at Rocky Mountain Recorders in Denver. Professionals at the studio can assist with everything from mixing and mastering and deciding between digital and analog recording. PHOTOS BY CLARKE READER
QUESTIONS TO ASK WHEN CONSIDERING A RECORDING STUDIO • Are you prepared to go into the studio? Is the music you’re looking to record fully written, arranged, and ready to be recorded? • How is the studio space rented? Hourly or by blocks of time? • What gear is available to use, and what gear/instruments would need to be brought
in? • Will you need assistance with mixing, mastering and production, or just one or two of these skills? • What questions and assistance will you need from the producer or sound engineer you work with?
originally wanted to be a live sound engineer. All of this gave me an understanding of how instruments should sound together” he said. “I prefer analog equipment because I like the way the work flows, and the limits it places on the process.” Musicians looking for a more professional recording experience have options of studios with the latest and greatest tech, like Rocky Mountain Recorders, CCM Recording Studios on East Colfax, and KMGLife in Boulder.
“We have three engineers who each have their own skill set to offer clients,” said Darren Skonson, owner of CCM. “We have experts in hip-hop and beatmaking for rappers looking for those services, and have hosted Bone Thugs-n-Harmony and Wacka Flocka.” Rocky Mountain Recorders has three top-of-the-line studios for its customers for everything from single vocals to bands and even orchestral work.
Marketplace Classifieds
Need to get the word out? Classic
TRUCK
“We’re pretty easy-going here, but we can really do anything a client needs,” McNaughton said. “For us, it’s about getting the best possible recording.” Most studios are booked by the hour, but some offer discounts for long blocks of time, or rent space for full or half days. One problem many who work in recording studios say they frequently see is musicians or bands who aren’t ready when they come to the studio, which is why that connection between engineers and talent is so important. And as the people who work in the front lines with the area’s musicians can say, there are more and more talented people to work with. “We’re right on the precipice of having the next big thing coming from the Denver area,” Skonson said. “It’s amazing to see the growth in Denver’s music scene as it’s happening.”
Advertise with us to find a good home for your favorite Ford
Call Karen at 303.566.4091
Elbert County News 23
8January 25, 2018
Denver Art Museum changes get underway
O
n Jan. 10, a groundSensory-friendly SONYA’S breaking and blessing “My Father’s Dragon” will SAMPLER ceremony at Denver be presented by Enchanted Art Museum began Theatre Company in a sena new chapter for the North sory-friendly performance at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 30 at Lone Tree (Ponti) Building, where a new welcome center, designed by Arts Center, 10075 Commons St., Lone Tree. Tickets cost Mario Silvetti and Fentress Architects, will help with $5. 720-509-1000. Lone Tree regularly presents sensoryaccommodating the increasing number of visitors at the friendly productions. See LoneTreeArtsCenter.org. museum, especially after the renovation of the temporarily Sonya Ellingboe First Thursday Lecture closed building is completed. Steve Friesen will speak at In the meantime, the newer the Littleton Museum’s “First ThursHamilton Building has expanded day Lecture” from 7 to 8 p.m., 6028 S. hours to seven days a week. Next Gallup St. (Doors open at 6:30 p.m.) major show: “Degas: A Passion for Recently retired as director of the Perfection,” opening Feb. 11. DenverBuffalo Bill Museum and Grave. Friartmuseum.org. esen has published a book, on “Lakota Performers in Europe: Their Culture Englewood Historic Preservation Society and the Artifacts the Left Behind,” “The Real General Custer: Separating Fact from Political Bias” is George about the hugely popular Buffalo Bill Wild West Shows that toured in EuKoukeas’ topic for presentations to rope. Free tickets at the museum desk. the Englewood Historic Preservation Limited seating. 303-795-3950. Society on Jan. 29. He will speak at 2:30 p.m. at Englewood Library, EngleBook sale wood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Smoky Hill Library, 5430 Biscay Parkway and again at 6:30 p.m. at Circle, Centennial, holds a Used Book Brew on Broadway, 3445 S. Broadway, Sale Jan. 15-28. Sunday is bag day: $7 Englewood. Admission free. Informaa bag full of books. The Friends of tion: 303-242-3527. Arapahoe Libraries raised more than $100,000 in 2017 through book salesCall for artists new members invited. Douglas County’s annual Art Encounters public sculpture program is Film fest accepting submissions through Feb. The Denver Jewish Film Festival 9 at callforentry.org. The program accepts a number of works on loan, with runs Feb. 7-19 at Staenberg-Loup Jewish Community Center, 350 S. Dahlia a small compensation, and places St., Denver. See: jccdenver.org. There them in public spaces in Highlands is a $3 charge for tickets ordered Ranch, Lone Tree, Parker and Castle Rock for a year. See: douglas.co.us/art- online, but none for phone orders or walk-up. Box office open 1 to 5 p.m. encounters-call-entries. Monday-Friday; phone orders, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday-Friday. 303-316-6360. Englewood Arts The Altius Quartet: Andrew GiorNew exhibit dano and Joshua Ulrich, violin; AnThe Depot Art Gallery, 2069 W. Powdrew Krimm, viola; Zachary Reaves, ers Ave., Littleton, presents “Straight cello will perform at 2 p.m. Feb. 17 at Hampden Hall in the Englewood Civic From the Heart” from Jan. 30-March Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway. Tick- 14. Juror is Randi Randolph. A reception is from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Feb. ets: $20, $15/free under 18. Box office 2. Hours: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdayopens an hour before concert or order Saturday; 11 a. m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. at englewoodarts.org.
EXPLORE THE ENTIRE WORLD OF WEDDINGS!
Sunday March 25 12 - 4 p.m. Visit with over 40 professionals
to help plan your big day! • Find Out What’s Trending
• Make Personal Connections • Get Free Advice • Win Prizes!
It’s not just about the brides! Special Groom’s Room Get info on tuxedos, cigars, enjoy a cash bar, a game of pool and even video games $8 per person | $12 per couple Purchase your tickets online now at www.coloradocommunitymedia.com/weddingexpo/
Cherry Creek Dental Implant Now Open in Parker Call Today For A No-Obligation One-On-One Diagnostic Appointment & Free Exam With 3D X-Ray
$1,900
for a single implant, abutment, and crown *Yes, we accept your dental insurance
Full Arch teeth replacements starting as low as $14,000
10841 S. CrossroadsDr. Dr. #9, #9 Parker 10841 S. Crossroads 1573 S. Broadway, Denver www.cc-dentalimplants.com www.cc-dentalimplants.com 303.333.1844 | 303.333.1844
8199 Southpark Circle Littleton, CO Interested in promoting your business at the Expo? Contact Colorado Community Media
303.566.4100
ColoradoCommunityMedia.com/Wedding Expo
24 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
Missy Franklin makes a major lane change Olympic gold medalist moves to Georgia, hoping to get back to top form
decision. I started thinking about the road I have ahead of me. I started looking at options, which is really big for me.’’ That road includes the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Another chance on her sport’s biggest stage would be redemptive for BY BETH HARRIS Franklin. She had a puzzling clunker ASSOCIATED PRESS of a showing at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Missy Franklin has gone to the dogs, Games after barely making the U.S. team, a memory she’s eager to replace. as in the Georgia Bulldogs. Franklin washed out in her indiThe five-time Olympic gold medalvidual events and earned gold for a ist has relocated to Athens, Georgia, morning preliminary swim on a relay. where she is pursuing a It was a stunning result for the bubbly psychology degree and teenager who won four golds and a mounting a comeback in bronze swimming in seven events in the pool. London in 2012. Starting the new year A couple months before Rio, Frankwith a cross-country lin was diagnosed with depression move from northern Caliand anxiety. She kept it all to herself, fornia, where she was though, and publicly smiled through attending the University the difficulties she endured at the of California in Berkeley, Franklin games. was a huge decision for Even while mired in her woes, Franklin, who grew up in Centennial. Franklin noticed a change in Michael Although she was happy training Phelps. Her teammate was visibly under Cal men’s coach Dave Durden, different from the previous four years, Franklin, 22, longed for the support smiling and happy and enjoying the her extended family in Georgia could sport. provide and the chance to be around She knew she wanted that for hera women’s and men’s team run by one self again. coach. Last year, Franklin underwent a Finally, she decided, it was time to pair of shoulder surgeries that kept do what was best for her. her out of the pool. She missed the “I really struggled with that for a U.S. nationals and world championwhile because I looked at it from a LTAC17005_CCM_1.19.18.pdf 1 1/19/2018 selfish perspective,’’ she told The As-9:38:14 AMships in Hungary, leaving her plenty of time to reconsider her priorities sociated Press. “It really isn’t a selfish
POSTSECRET: MATT DUSK THE SHOW
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 10 | 8 PM
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 | 7:30 PM
PostSecret: The Show is an immersive, poignant journey through the humor and humanity of the personal stories we keep to ourselves. Projected images, videos, three actors, and a guitarist guide the audience through crowdsourced narratives revealing the Hospitality sponsor true stories behind the secrets on the wildly popular PostSecret blog.
720.509.1000
LoneTreeArtsCenter.org 10075 Commons St, Lone Tree, CO 80124
A multi-platinum selling artist with numerous number one hits globally, Dusk’s live performances showcase his classy cool style and killer band. Dusk has drawn comparisons to vocal greats such as Frank Sinatra as well as contemporaries like Michael Bublé and Jamie Cullum, and he'll perform timeless classics made famous by the likes of Sinatra, Bobby Darin, and Ella Fitzgerald. Treat your valentine to this cool Canadian crooner who’s won numerous Juno nominations.
2017–2018 SEASON SPONSOR
and focus. When she was considering colleges after her breakout four golds performance at the 2012 London Olympics, Georgia was runner-up to Cal. Now, it’s her first choice. The move has reunited Franklin with Bulldogs coach Jack Bauerle, who coached her when she made her first national team at age 13. He kept in touch even after Franklin settled on the West Coast. “I’ve always adored him,’’ she said. “He cares about you.’’ Franklin, a Regis Jesuit graduate, no longer competes in the collegiate ranks. Her fellow pros who train at Georgia include national team members Chase Kalisz, Melanie Margalis and Olivia Smoliga. Besides extended family, Franklin is back in the same city as her Cal roommate who teaches in Atlanta. Her longtime boyfriend isn’t far away in Nashville. “It already feels like home,’’ she said. “I felt so welcomed and so accepted.’’ That’s important to Franklin, a self-described people pleaser who was always worried about others’ opinions and happiness, sometimes at her own expense. “It’s impossible to please everyone and make everyone happy all the time,’’ she said. “To be able to sit here and shrug off those opinions that don’t matter took me a lot to learn.’’ Franklin remembers walking into
Durden’s office at Cal to tell him she was moving on, and she felt good about it. “I can truly say I don’t know if I would still be swimming if it wasn’t for Dave Durden,’’ she said. “He’s one of those coaches that want the best for me.’’ Franklin is about 1 1/2 years from earning a degree after some of her credits from Cal didn’t transfer. She’s going full-on in the pool, too, working with Bauerle on building up her stamina and strength in pursuit of regaining her speed. She’s hitting the weight room and feeling reassured that her shoulders are healed, although she sees a physical therapist a few times a week for maintenance. She may swim some Pro Series meets in the coming months. Her main target is U.S. nationals in July in Southern California. “I’m kind of coming back from the bottom,’’ she said. “I could feel pressure because people are expecting a comeback, but I don’t care. I don’t really care what kind of pressure people are putting on me because I can’t control that.’’ Instead, Franklin is focused on why she wants to swim again. “I want to get back to that 17-yearold who truly loved the sport,’’ she said. “It’s less about the hardware I bring back and more about getting back there and showing people the Missy that is so happy.’’
Elbert County News 25
8January 25, 2018
Sunday March 25 from 12 - 4 p.m. The FALLS Event Center, 8199 Southpark Circle, Littleton, CO
EXPLORE THE ENTIRE WORLD OF WEDDINGS! Visit with over 40 professionals to help plan your big day!
• Find Out What’s Trending • Make Personal Connections • Get Free Advice • Win Prizes!
Enter to win a honeymoon cruise! Submit your cutest engagement story! Submit your story online at www.coloradocommunitymedia.com/weddingexpo/ Must be present at the Expo to win.
Sponsored by Highlands Ranch Travel Get your tickets online now at www.coloradocommunitymedia.com/weddingexpo $8 per person | $12 per couple
Presented by The FALLS Event Center and Colorado Community Media
For information on being an event sponsor, renting a booth space or advertising in the print guide, contact Event Producer, Thelma Grimes at 303-566-4100 tgrimes@coloradocommunitymedia.com
26 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
HOW TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE Send volunteer opportunities to hharden@ coloradocommunitymedia.com. Neighbor Network: Nonprofit that helps older adults stay independent. Need: transportation, light housekeeping, handyman and companion services. Requirements: Must be at least 21 and have a valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Contact: 303-814-4300, neighbornetwork@ douglas.co.us or dcneighbornetwork.org. Parker Senior Center: Provides services to local seniors. Need: drivers to take seniors to the center, to appointments, to the store, and more. Contact: Louise West at 303-841-5370. PeopleFirst Hospice: Denver hospice Need: provide companionship to hospice patients and their families. Contact: Rachel Wang at 303-546-7921 Red Cross: Supports the elderly, international causes and social services Need: Volunteers to provide support Contact: 303-607-4768 or 303-266-7855 Sunset Hospice: end-of-life support Need: Volunteer training is from 6-10 p.m. every second and fourth Tuesdays; they also meet from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. every first and third Saturday Contact: Jami Martin at 303-693-2105
The Right Step Inc.: Therapeutic horseback riding program for children and adults with disabilities. Based in Littleton. Need: help with horses before, during and after lessons, walk alongside clients as they ride to help keep them securely on their horses. Volunteers also needed to help with administrative tasks and fundraising. Requirements: Volunteers who help with lessons must be at least 14 years old and attend a three-hour training session. Contact: volunteercoordinator@therightstepinc.org or go to www.therightstepinc.org. Volunteers of America, Foster Grandparent Program: Foster grandparents volunteer in early childhood centers and public schools. Need: Seniors on a low, fixed income who enjoy working with children. Volunteers work 15-40 hours a week. Contact: 303-297-0408 or voacolorado.org. AARP Foundation Tax-Aide: Offers free tax filing help to those who cannot afford a tax preparation service. Need: Volunteers to to help older, lowerincome taxpayers prepare their tax returns. Requirement: All levels of experience are welcome; training and support provided. Contact: 1-888-OUR-AARP (687-2277) or www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide SEE VOLUNTEERS, P27
Weekly Carrier Routes Available Centennial & Parker
• Part-time hours • Adaptable route sizes • No suit & tie required! Previous carrier experience encouraged; reliable vehicle and email access, required. no telephone inquiries - but
email us at:
snevins@coloradocommunitymedia.com
© 2016 King Features Synd., Inc.
Solution
Elbert County News 27
8January 25, 2018
VOLUNTEERS
ASSE International Student Exchange Program: Organizes student exchange programs Need: Local host families to provide homes for boys and girls age 15-18 from a variety of coutries. Contact: Cathy Hintz, 406-488-8325 or 800-733-2773
FROM PAGE 26
Alzheimer’s Association, Colorado Chapter: Provides care and support to 67,000-plus families dealing with all kinds of dementing illnesses. Need: Walk to End Alzheimer’s committee members. Contact: Deb Wells, 303-813-1669 or dwells@alz.org. Animal Rescue of the Rockies: Provides foster care for death-row shelter dogs and cats throughout Colorado Need: Foster families for animals on lists to be euthanized Contact: animalrescueoftherockies.org. Arthritis Foundation, Colorado/Wyoming Chapter: Helps conquer everyday battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care, advancements in sciences and community connections. Need: Walk to Cure Arthritis committee members and general office support. Contact: Amy Boulas, aboulas@arthritis.org, 720-409-3143.
AYUSA: International Youth Exchange Program: Promotes quality exchange programs for high school students from around the world. Need: Host families for international high school students ages 15-18 studying in the Denver area. Requirements: To provide students with a safe home, meals and transportation for 5-10 months. All family types are considered. Must fill out onlilne application and pass background check. Contact: Adrienne Bivens, 720-467-6430 or abivens@ayusa.org. Go to www.ayusa.org. Castle Rock Senior Activity Center: Provides services to local seniors Need: Volunteer drivers to take seniors to appointments, the grocery store, pharmacies and more. Contact: Steph Schroeder, 303-688-9498
Colorado Humane Society: Handles animal abuse and neglect cases Need: Volunteers to care for pregnant cats, dogs and their litters, as well as homes for cats and dogs that require socializing or that are recovering from surgery or injuries. Contact: Teresa Broaddus, 303-961-3925 Court Appointed Special Advocates: Works with abused and neglected children in Arapahoe, Douglas, Elbert and Lincoln counties Need: get to know, speak up for and ensure children’s best interests in court Contact: 303-695-1882 or www.adv4children.org. Douglas/Elbert Task Force: Provides assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness or in similar crisis. Need: assist in the food bank, client services and the thrift store on Park Street. Contact: Marion Dahlem, 303-688-1114, x32 Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center: Cares for homeless horses and other equines. Need: Volunteers to work with horses and other opportunities.
Requirements: Must be 16 years old, pass a background check, and commit to at least three hours a week for three months. Contact: 303-751-5772 or go to ddfl.org. Elbert County Sheriff’s Posse: Supports the Elbert County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Management. Need: With proper training and clearances, volunteers help with patrol, fingerprinting, records keeping, community event security services, disaster response and management (wildfire, tornado, blizzard, flood, disaster relief, etc.). Requirements: Must be 21 or older; retired individuals are great. Must complete a employment application, pass a background check, and complete interviews. After being sworn in, in the first three months of membership, complete a minimum of 45 hours of orientation and training curriculum. After this 90-day probationary period, members must log a minimum of 10 hours of month and attend monthly training meetings. Persons ages 15-20, may join the Elbert County Sheriffs Explorer POST. Contact: David Peontek at djp1911@msn.com or 303-646-5456. Go to http://www.elbertPUBLIC NOTICE countysheriff.com/posse.html; print out NOTICE TO CREDITORS and complete an employment application. Estate of John Earl McGlohorn, Deceased
Notices Case Number: 17 PR 30045
Public Notices
Notice To Creditors
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Elbert County, Colorado on or before May 25, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.
Notice To Creditors
PUBLIC NOTICE Brittany Kristean Kettering NOTICE TO CREDITORS Personal Representative Estate of John Earl McGlohorn, Deceased 1010 S. Oneida Street, Apt. E-204 Case Number: 17 PR To30045 advertise yourDenver, publicColorado notices80224 call 303-566-4100
All persons having claims against the abovenamed estate are required to present them to the Personal Representative or to the District Court of Elbert County, Colorado on or before May 25, 2018, or the claims may be forever barred.
Legal Notice No: 23916 First Publication: January 25, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News
Classifieds Brittany Kristean Kettering Personal Representative 1010 S. Oneida Street, Apt. E-204 Denver, Colorado 80224
Classifieds Carpet/Flooring
Legal Notice No: 23916 First Publication: January 25, 2018 Last Publication: February 8, 2018 Publisher: Elbert County News
Advertise: 303-566-4100
Concrete/Paving
Tile
TLLC Concrete
ANYTHING TILE
Ty Barrett
303-646-2355 Specialize in barn floors, Driveways, Remove and replacement Any job over 400 SF give us a call!
Advertise your business here Contact Karen at 303-566-4091
Elbert County * 1
● Marble ● Repairs ● Granite Counter Tops Remodeling is my specialty! Call now for free estimate
(303) 646-0140
Please Recycle this Publication when Finished
For Local News Anytime of the Day Visit OurColoradoNews.com
Local ads, coupons & deals are just one click away! C H E C K I T O U T AT:
ColoradoCommunityMedia.com
28 Elbert County News
January 25, 2018J
When it’s game day, Saturday, January 13th Taylor Morrison is pleased to announce the grand opening of TWO new communities in the Denver area. Tour these new model homes from our Destination Collection on * January 13th and enjoy food, festivities , and enter for the chance to win a 60" 4K Ultra HD Smart TV** - just in time for the Big Game!
Increase your chances to win by visiting both communities to enter twice.
76 70
6
70
270
D e nve r
70
30
225
1
STERLING RANCH From the $600’s
2
RAVENWOOD AT TERRAIN
Providence Village Model Complex
From the upper $400’s
9854 Hilberts Way Littleton, CO 80125
4953 Coulee Trail Castle Rock, CO 80108
(303) 325-2448
(303) 325-2456
85
1
C e n te n n i a l 25
*Complimentary food and drink available while supplies last. **NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER TO WIN GRAND OPENING DRAWING. Entry forms available at the Sterling Ranch Community, and Ravenwood at Terrain Community (Denver Division) Sales Offices only. Entrant must complete a registration card and tour at the Sterling Ranch Community, and/or Ravenwood at Terrain Community (Denver Division) to be eligible to win. Potential Winners need not be present to win. Must be at least 18 at time of entry and a legal U.S. resident (“Eligible Entrant”). One entry issued per Eligible Entrant per Household. Odds of winning depend on the total number of entries by Eligible Entrants. Door Prizes/Drawing for one (1) 60” Sharp Aquos 4k Ultra HD Smart TV; (APR $750); drawing will be held on January 16th. Seller reserves the right to substitute prizes of equal or greater value. No cash value substitution permitted. See Official Rules for complete details. Winners responsible for all additional options and sales taxes not otherwise included in the value of the prize. All information (including, but not limited to prices, views, availability, school assignments and ratings, incentives, floor plans, site plans, features, standards and options, assessments and fees, planned amenities, programs, conceptual artists’ renderings and community development plans) is not guaranteed and remains subject to change or delay without notice. Maps and plans are not to scale and all dimensions are approximate. Prices may not include lot premiums, options, and upgrades. Square footage and dimensions are estimated and may vary in actual construction. Community improvements and recreational features and amenities described are based upon current development plans which are subject to change and which are under no obligation to be completed. Offer void where prohibited or otherwise restricted by law. Please see a Taylor Morrison Community Sales Manager for details and visit www.taylormorrison.com for additional disclaimers., © December 2017, Taylor Morrison of Colorado, Inc. All rights reserved.
2
C as t l e R ock 25
taylormorrison.com
Pa rke r