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JEFFERSON COUNTY SCHOOLS

Blended education on the rise in district Jefferson Virtual Academy merging into Two Roads Charter School

By Crystal Anderson canderson@coloradocommunitymedia.com

Red Rocks Community College staff at the groundbreaking for the school’s new recreation center on Feb. 4. Photo by Clarke Reader

RRCC breaks ground on rec center New $12 million facility offers health and social benefits

By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Most community colleges don’t have recreation centers.

The come-and-go nature of these campuses means that students are usually only on campus when they need to be, and then they’re carrying on with their lives.

Red Rocks Community College is not most community colleges.

On Feb. 4 the college hosted the

groundbreaking of its 38,000-squarefoot rec center — the result of years of work by students and staff.

“The construction of our Student Recreation Center is the direct result of our student body being empowered by our campus administration to serve our students and improve our campus,” said Barbara Goodnight, president of the Red Rocks Student Government.

The facility is scheduled to to open a year from now, and will include gym space, weight/cardiovascular area, dance/exercise studios, climbing and bouldering wall, an outdoor fitness deck, student meeting and gathering

Green Mountain agriculture instructor Courtney Mayo works with teacher Kevin Rice at an irrigation event hosted by the Associated Landscape Contractors of Colorado. Photo

by David Winger Photography

Ag program is career-focused Green Mountain High School partners with landscapers group

By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com One of the key things Green Mountain High School agricultural science instructor Courtney Mayo has been emphasizing since day one of the program is the myriad job options available to those who want to work in agriculture.

Now, Mayo is teaming up with the As-

sociated Landscape Contractors of Colorado to shine a light on just one industry they can find a career in.

“Career-focused learning allows students to gain skills in industries with a high demand for employees,” Mayo wrote in an email interview. “This introduces students to an industry that they may have not thought of as an opportunity before.”

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spaces, and improvements to the current multipurpose field.

“What an asset this is going to be for us,” said Dr. Michele Haney, president of Red Rocks. “I want to congratulate all the students on getting here, especially those in student government who lead the way.”

The rec center’s roots can be traced back to 2012, when the school finished its Students Health Clinic. Mark Squire, coordinator of Student Activities, said interest in a better recreation center started almost immediately.

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A mix of individualized, online and face-to-face instruction classes — known as blended-learning classrooms — are giving Jeffco students more options to help them succeed.

“We want to be a place where we can give families a lot of options,” said Wendy Noel, principal of Two Roads Charter School about the district’s Jefferson Virtual Academy, which is moving into the Two Roads charter after seeing low enrollment in its K-6 courses. “We typically specialize in the unique and this is something different.”

On Feb. 4, the Jeffco Board of Education approved the academy’s move after finding that the school — a blendedlearning system of online and in-person instructional time — cost the district $700,000 for the two years the elementary education was running, and did not meet Charter continues on Page 5

BLENDED LEARNING Blended learning is a mix of online and face-to-face instruction that gives students a deep, engaging and personalized education.

VIDEO: https://vimeopro.com/edelements/blendedlearning

Bill aims to change concealed carry rules Measure in state Senate would eliminate need for gun owners to get permits

By Shanna Fortier sfortier@coloradocommunitymedia.com A bill making its way through the state Senate would eliminate the requirement for concealed carry permits for gun owners.

Senate Bill 16-017 is sponsored by state Sen. Tim Neville — a Republican from south Jefferson County who recently announced a bid for the U.S. Senate — and his son, state Rep. Patrick Neville, a Castle Rock Republican. The measure would allow a person who legally possesses a handgun under state and federal law to carry a concealed handgun in Colorado without applying for additional permits.

If the bill were to pass both chambers and be signed into law, a person who carries a concealed handgun would

have the same carrying rights and be subject to the same limitations that apply to a person who holds a permit to carry a concealed handgun under current law. That includes the prohibition on the carrying of a Tim concealed handgun on Neville the grounds of public schools.

“This is an ability for people to defend themselves without paying a tax,” said Tim Neville of his bill, which has been referred to as “constitutional carry.”

“No other constituPatrick tional right requires a Neville fee to practice,” he said.

“There is no fee for free speech and there shouldn’t be for the Second Amendment.”

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A glimpse of the people in our community

Kiwanis clubs ensure students have supplies for full year

By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com

DANIEL LANGEMANN Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholar My background I was born near Edmonton, Alberta, and moved with my family to Colorado when I was 4 years old. As one of nine siblings, I enjoyed an active, lively household during my childhood. I was educated at home until I graduated from high school, and subsequently began studying science and mathematics at Red Rocks with the ultimate goal of transferring to the Colorado School of Mines for chemical engineering. I am currently finishing my sophomore year of studies at Red Rocks.

The Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship…

I was invited to Phi Theta Kappa after my first semester and learned about the CocaCola Leaders of Promise scholarship on the organization’s website. Applying for the scholarship primarily involved writing short essays and requesting an academic assessment from a faculty member at Red Rocks. Several essay topics pertained to leadership and team skills, reflecting the scholarship’s theme. I had always considered myself a follower instead of a leader, but as I worked on the application, I discovered that I had a natural tendency toward certain aspects of leadership. These were revealed to me as I wrote each essay or discussed the topics with other individuals. During this process, I realized that we often need other people to show us our strengths and weaknesses.

In my free time…

In my free time, I enjoy a variety of outdoor activities such as volleyball, mountain biking, skiing, and rock climbing. I have spent several years climbing Colorado’s 14,000-foot moun-

Red Rocks Community College student Daniel Langemann won the Coca-Cola Leaders of Promise Scholarship from Phi Theta Kappa.

Courtesy photo tains, or “14ers,” and successfully completed all 58 peaks about a year ago. I continue to climb the 14ers with a focus on skiing, and hope to ski most of them in the next several years. I am also involved in music, and actively play violin and piano.

On being a leader…

For me, being a leader is about humility and responsibility. We often imagine a leader as the strong, charismatic head of the pack, but often this is not the case. A good leader is often unnoticed until a time of crisis or important decision making. At these times, leaders must make a decision which is often misunderstood. During several mountain climbs, I have observed good leaders that stayed in the back of the group with the weakest members and took full responsibility for unpopular decisions such as turning around short of a summit. I aspire to be a leader that demonstrates these qualities in every aspect of life If you have suggestions for My Name Is..., contact Clarke Reader at creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com.

Many organizations provide students with school supplies at the beginning of the year, but as most teachers know, those supplies rarely last the whole year.

“I taught at Stein Elementary for 29 years, and before winter break we would have our students do a school supply inventory,” former teacher David Harris said. “We would send lists of what the students were out of home as Christmas gifts ideas for parents.”

To combat this lack of supplies, particularly in schools with a large student population who participate in the free and reduced lunch program, the Kiwanis Club of Alameda West had an idea: Why not do a second supply giveaway after winter break?

And that’s how The Write Stuff program was born.

“We started this in 2010 at Stein and Eiber elementary,” said Bob Zachman, a member of the Alameda West Kiwanis. “Over the years we’ve added schools and other clubs to help us.”

In addition to Alameda West, Kiwanis of Applewood, ArvadaJefferson, Belmar, Golden, Green Mountain, Lakewood and Wheat Ridge now participate in The Write Stuff. The elementary schools that receive supplies in addition to Stein and Eiber are Arvada K-8, Lumberg and Edgewater in Edgewater, Pleasant View in Golden, Molholm in Lakewood and Stevens in Wheat Ridge.

“This year, we had 35 to 40 members of different clubs help-

TO HELP To donate for Kiwanis club’s Write Stuff, send money to Kiwanis Club of Alameda West Foundation P.O. Box 150583 Lakewood, CO 80215-0583 ing us pack all these supplies,” said Annette Lana, Write Stuff packing manager. “By doing this, we’re able to prevent teachers from having to spend their own money on supplies.”

The organization provided more than 3,700 students with supplies so far this year.

The money for supplies came from the clubs, a grant from the Rocky Mountain District Foundation and a fundraiser at 240 Union Restaurant. The Kiwanis work with The Action Center, a Jefferson County nonprofit that helps low-income and homeless families attain financial stability, to store the materials and provide a place to pack the supplies when the time comes.

As Harris, now coordinator of the program, explains, the supplies are purchased in September when they are on sale and packing begins in November. Items are delivered the first week after winter break.

Among the items students receive are paper, pens, crayons and colored pencils. Zachman said retailers like Target and Office Depot have been instrumental in providing discounts to help the groups purchase as many supplies as possible.

“The reaction of the kids when they get the supplies is the best,” Lana said. “You’d think they were having a second Christmas.”

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Railroad museums get in on Super Bowl betting

By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com The Colorado Railroad Museum will be chowing down on some North Carolina pit-cooked pork barbecue because the Denver Broncos beat the Carolina Panthers 24-10 in Super Bowl 50 on Feb. 7.

Golden’s Colorado Railroad Museum accepted the “Turntable Challenge” thrown down Feb. 5 by the North Carolina Transportation Museum.

Both museums were confident their team would be victorious.

“During the big game, we expect far more Panther growls than Mile High salutes,” said Kelly Alexander, executive director of the North Carolina Transportation Museum on the Friday before the Super Bowl. “It will be

music to our ears as we prepare to enjoy our winnings from the Colorado Railroad Museum. We can’t wait to see the staff of the Colorado Railroad Museum taking a spin on their turntable to the tune of ‘Stand and Cheer for the Panthers.’”

But in Golden, Broncos fans bleed orange and blue.

“We are confident that our ‘Iron Horse’ team will be turning your Panthers into kittens,” said Donald Tallman, executive director of the Colorado Railroad Museum. “We look forward to savoring the barbecue and beer from North Carolina!”

The hope is that your team will win, said Marcie Miller, the Colorado Railroad Museum’s director of development. But, she added, it’s just for some “light-hearted, good-spirited fun between colleagues in the industry.”

Many organizations in the two states are doing simi-

SEE THE CHALLENGE To see the challenge video sent by the North Carolina Transportation Museum, and the acceptance video sent by the Colorado Railroad Museum, visit www.coloradorailroadmuseum.org/turntable-challenge.

lar challenges, Tallman said, agreeing with Miller.

“It’s an opportunity for a friendly wager and a way to involve the communities in something fun surrounding the Super Bowl,” Tallman said.

The Colorado Railroad Museum’s Galloping Goose boasts Denver Broncos flags on Feb. 5 — the day the museum accepted the North Carolina Transportation Museum’s Turntable Challenge. View the challenge and acceptance videos here: www.coloradorailroadmuseum.org/turntable-challenge. Photo courtesy of the Colorado Railroad Museum ADVERTISEMENT

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Root, root, root for the home team Green Mountain students cheer on their pom team during an assembly on Feb. 3. Photo by Clarke Reader

The spirit was strong in Green Mountain on Feb. 3.

The excitement and energy wasn’t just for the school, but also for the Broncos on their quest for the Super Bowl.

The school combined its annual Winterfest assembly with a pep rally for the Broncos, and the blending of the two was enough to shake the very floorboards of the gym.

Principal Collen Owens kept the program moving, and was perhaps the school’s most vocal supporter (and that’s saying something in a room filled with high schoolers).

Whenever the students’ attention started to wander, Owens had a foolproof way to bring it back: “Ram what?” she would shout out to the orange and blue crowd, and would receive a resounding answer of “Ram Nation!” from all in attendance.

Winterfest was the driving force in the event, with performances from the school’s choir, pom and cheer teams, as well as a Winterguard routine. The Winterguard piece was an enchanting choreographed performance with twirling flags and swords set to quiet classical music that earned plenty of cheers from the crowd.

The year’s Winterfest royalty were also announced: freshmen Emma Pinsinski and Tristan Tafoya, sophomores Natalie Procop and Bryce Lacayo, juniors Abby Hank and Spencer Lagerberg

and seniors Kyndrick Peachey and Jason Brodeur. Brodeur even snatched the opportunity to ask Peachey to the dance with a bouquet of flowers in front of everyone (she said yes).

Much of the orange the students were wearing came from the school’s student-run Green Mountain Gear & Printing, which made “United in Orange” shirts for everyone. The student managers already have plans to make championship shirts after the game, and these shirts will be available to the community for just $10.

After honoring the school’s winter sports (boys and girls basketball and girls swimming), it was time for the Broncos portion to begin.

Lakewood Mayor Adam Paul appeared via video to sign a proclamation declaring Feb. 3 Denver Broncos Day at Green Mountain, Owens presented a giant good luck card for the Broncos, and the students recorded a video chant that will be sent out to the team’s social media.

The set-up for the video was simple — freshmen and sophomores shouted “Let’s go” and juniors and seniors shouted “Broncos.” The chant started quietly at first, but once it got going, became a cacophony of support. There’s no way the Broncos didn’t hear it.

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This coalition is the result of years of work with different agencies, Paletta said, which has led to a significant reduction of auto theft.

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enrollment expectations. This move allows the district to save money by utilizing a current Jeffco facility, while giving more students the opportunity to enroll in a blended learning environment.

According to district staff, the academy’s enrollment numbers fluctuated from 30-40 students, which is roughly one third of the 120 it could host.

Two Roads Online, the new option in their charter available fall 2016 is a program for second through fifth graders that combines four days of online instruction with one day or more of traditional teaching at the charter’s Arvada campus, 6980 Pierce St. On traditional teaching days, students will interact with their teacher and classmates and have the ability to take electives such as robotics, music and ceramics — something they didn’t have through the

academy, which offered the traditional electives of art, music and physical education.

“Blended-learning programs are important because the teachers video themselves, interact with the students — even if they’re at home,” Noel said. “Then, seeing them one day a week strengthens that relationship, it’s not just all online.”

While a new program to Two Roads, and a relatively new concept for Jeffco, district staff said blended learning has been implemented in various styles and environments for a while. Using models, such as flipped classrooms — where students take an online class then come to school to work on assignments and get help — teachers are helping students grasp difficult concepts and gain a deeper knowledge of these subjects better.

Both Mary Beth Bazzanella, Jeffco’s director of education technology and Scott Allensworth, an achievement director for Jefferson Virtual Academy, said around 1,000 students participate in full-time blended learning models across the district’s middle and high schools, a trend they see increasing, based on individual

building populations, needs, supplies and demand.

“I went to the virtual academy, and the first year was awesome,” said Jordyn Timmens, a seventh-grader who transferred into the Two Roads full-time program this semester. “They explained everything very well, put up videos to help you with understanding and if you still didn’t they’d set up a meeting to help you one on one …

It’s a great school, and there are so many learning styles, if you can focus and work hard — go for it!”

Across the state, schools are increasingly implementing technology in their classrooms, Christina Jean, director of innovation and choice for the Colorado Department of Education said. No data reflecting that exists because the state doesn’t require schools or districts to report their blended learning statistics, but various studies, such as the Clayton “The Rise of K-12 Blended Learning in Colorado”, state various models, online curriculum, technological tools are arguably more successful than traditional classroom or online instruction.

While increasingly practiced, Jean,

blended learning teachers like Tim Wompey and district staff said their biggest challenge with this method is awareness around what blended learning is, and how it’s being implemented.

Wompey, a fourth, fifth and sixth grade math, science and social studies teacher at Jefferson Virtual Academy said it was important to understand that the academy is a “blended environment” and not a traditional online learning system.

“Because we offer that blended learning, we offer families a home-school environment where they can get that socialization aspect in,” Wompey said.

A relatively new approach in education, blended learning gives students who, for whatever reason, struggle in traditional classrooms or need a little extra attention, to thrive and truly prepare them for the world ahead.

“Districts are making sure all kids graduate college and career ready, the state has deemed that they need to be tech savvy,” Jean said. “I think that’s what’s driving blended learning in the classroom to make sure they leave ready with those skills.”

Charity Timmens, mother to two blended-learning students Charity Timmens

My daughter’s in seventh-grade and last year at the virtual academy was fantastic for her. She had one on one time with her teacher and she had everything she needed. This year, we started at the academy, but

we had issues with her teachers.

She really struggled in math as it was a new model but we were never able to get her the help she needed, so we decided to switch to Two Roads, enrolling her in the full time

program where she’s doing much better.

My other daughter, Liberty, currently attends first grade at Jefferson Virtual Academy, we do love it! It offers art, music and P.E.

and the teachers are amazing. I don’t have to worry, now that the academy is moving to Two Roads, because this move fits all our criteria and is going to expand the program which we really enjoy.

Jordyn Timmens, 7th-grader at Two Roads Charter Jordyn Timmens

I went to the virtual academy for my first year, after we switched schools.

It was awesome, we got to meet our teachers once a week and get to know our classmates — that was sixth grade.

I’m now in seventh grade and we did homework with a liaison in kinda the

same way but in the middle of the winter I moved to Two Roads. I had been learning Saxton math (incremental method of teaching math) but I was being taught a harder math (Common Core aligned) and I struggled. At Two Roads, going full time, they help me

when I need it. They’re very attentive and helpful.

At the virtual academy they explained it very well, put up videos to help you with understanding and set up a meeting if you still didn’t understand it.

But for me, going to school full time is better so I can focus and not sit at home all day, my grades are much better. A lot of my friends still go there, and it’s a good fit for them. There are many different learning styles — just sitting at home being distracted is not mine.

Tim Wompey, 4th, 5th and 6th grade teacher at Jefferson Virtual Academy

Wompey

I taught in traditional classrooms for 11 years before I made the switch to blended learning environments, something I jumped at the chance to do.

Before teaching I was an IT professional and so I always would

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Colorado, and has been working in the state for more than 50 years.

“In our industry, we’re seeing a serious shortage of skilled workers,” said Becky Garber, director of communications with the association. “There’s a lot of growth going on in Colorado now that we seem to be coming out of the recession, and our industry comes in at the end of all these construction projects.”

To combat this situation, the association has partnered with the Colorado Community College System and area high schools

seek out ways to incorporate iPads, computers and technologies in the classroom. When I heard about this option to include computers and technology in an online and traditional classroom model, I jumped! It’s such a problem solving

to launch a career pathways program that guides students to careers in landscaping.

“So often students end up finding a happy home in our industry, but didn’t know we existed, so they ended up spending all this time and money on an education they don’t use,” Garber said. “This program allows us to work side-by-side with students, so they can get to know us as people.”

In this new pathway, association members help to train high school teachers about the industry so they can pass it on to their students. It also provides students with connections in the industry, and opportunities to learn by shadowing and internships.

Mayo heard about the group’s efforts to reach out to students, and thought it would

solution for the ways schools are going today.

One of the beauties of online learning is the relationships with students. They’re different between a brick an mortar teacher and an online teacher. Kids find out

be a great opportunity to put students next to people in an agriculture field. Mayo received hands on irrigation training and had the opportunity to spend the day with landscapers to learn more about the industry during an event on Jan. 28.

“I not only learned how to properly assemble and install a sprinkler system but I also learned the importance of the profession. I was also able to network with various local companies and create a support system,” she wrote. “This irrigation tech workshop was essential to get the proper training and education to teachers and educators. This type of training only comes from dedicated individuals who have spent years in the trades and are willing to help others learn from their experiences.”

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sic landscaping skills in her Intro to Agriculture class, and those who are interested will have the chance to take Landscape and Turf Management, where they will learn how to install, maintain and care for various landscapes and turf. Students will also learn some landscape design concepts as well as designing and installing an irrigation system.

As part of the association’s annual Earth Day celebration, representatives will be working on a project at the school, Garber added.

“Students learn the latest and greatest skills and technologies of the industry, which can help give them an upper hand right out of high school,” Mayo wrote.

“Whether it be applying for a job in the industry or to a college program.”

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Westminster. “It also ensures greater safety by making sure the applicant is not a known threat to society.”

Ulibarri believes that if this bill passes, it could put residents in danger. Provisions that the bill would eliminate include: background checks and fingerprint verification, the requirement to demonstrate competence with using a handgun, and the ability for Colorado sheriffs to deny or revoke permit applicants when an applicant has a protection or restraining order against him or her at the time of application.

As of last November, eight states have “constitutional carry”: Vermont, Montana, Alaska, Texas, Arizona, Wyoming, Arkansas and Kansas. Vermont has had “constitutional carry” since 1791, and Kansas was the most recent state to pass the law.

Colorado is among 23 states where legislators have introduced or are planning to introduce “constitutional carry” bills.

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Despite repeated attempts, Patrick Neville could not be reached for comment.

The bill passed a Senate committee 3-2 on Jan. 27. The Senate Finance Committee heard the bill Feb. 2 and it again passed with a 3-2 vote.

Next stop for the bill in the Republican-controlled Senate is the Appropriations Committee. If the bill were to pass the full Senate, it faces a tough audience in the Democrat-controlled House.

Democrats in the Senate have spoken out against the measure.

“Our permitting system for concealed weapons carry enhances responsibility by making sure applicants demonstrate the ability to safely use a gun before they are allowed to conceal it from plain view,” said Sen. Jessie Ulibarri, D-

like this makes society freer,” Neville said, adding that three of the states that already have “constitutional carry” border Colorado. “Currently we have the ability to open carry in the state, and it seems a little ridiculous that if someone puts a coat on, they become a criminal.”

State Sen. Michael Merrifield, DColorado Springs, who was involved in the original drafting of Colorado’s concealed carry statute, said the passing of the bill would make Coloradans less safe.

“Our current system of concealed carry permits has already enabled thousands of law-abiding, responsible gun owners to obtain their concealed carry permits,” Merrifield said in a news release. “This bill would eliminate those commonsense measures, and create a loophole to allow dangerous and/or untrained individuals to carry concealed, loaded weapons in public.

I’m disappointed my Republican colleagues voted against the will of the majority of Coloradans by supporting this out-of-touch bill.”

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I’m not sure if it makes (society) safer, but I would believe that a bill like this makes society freer.

Currently we have the ability to open carry in the state, and it seems a little ridiculous that if someone puts a coat on, they become a criminal.”

State Sen. Tim Neville, R-Jefferson County

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February 11, 2016 Students celebrate with the Red Rocks Community College mascot during the groundbreaking ceremony for the new recreation center on Feb. 4. Photo

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reation center started almost immediately. The college’s current recreation area is just 2,000-square-feet, and only has room for free weights and cardio.

“There was a core group of student government people who started looking at how to get a better center, and how much it would cost,” Squire said. “The first thing to do was a feasibility study, and the students worked with the (architectural firm) Davis Partnership on that.”

For much of 2013 and into 2014, students hosted a variety of workshops, surveys and informational events to elicit input on the project. The total price tag was estimated at $12 to $13 million. Students determined the best way to pay for the project was a fee increase for all students, of around $70 per semester currently, and will increase to $125 when construction is complete. The idea had to be voted on by the student body, and in May 2015, was approved by a 70-percent margin.

“After the fee increase was approved, we still had to get a lot of approvals from

various bodies,” explained Cathy Rock, construction manager. “We also had to hire architects, designers and contractors for the project.”

The fees the students pay will provide the necessary funds for construction, staff and upkeep for the next 30 years, Squire said. The center will be available to all fee-paying students, and school employees will be able to access it for a fee. Non-fee paying students (like online students) may opt in and pay the per-semester recreation center fee.

In addition to health, the rec center will serve as a great place for students to meet their peers, Rock said.

“Red Rocks is a very unique place, and they will have this special place for students,” she said. “This center will provide opportunities that most community colleges don’t.”

For Squire, the project demonstrated the dedication of the student body to making the school a better place.

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Finding flexibility can help schools My first three years teaching — in what seems like a completely different lifetime — I taught at a huge middle school in the south of Jefferson County. We had 1200 students.

It was so large, my last year, we had to do a split schedule where every day one team was out of the building, just to make room for everybody.

But, that kind of size did give us a certain flexibility of programming. For instance, within this one middle school, we housed three distinct “schools”: a traditional program, one team that followed a program very much like what we think of these days as Core Knowledge, and one team that followed a program similar to what we think of as Montessori. But, all three “teams” interacted in the elective programs and at lunch.

I think back on that with wonder and awe. What a nightmare that must have been for the administration! The complications of scheduling, the amount of autonomy they had to grant the nontraditional teams, the trust they had to have in their teaching staff … ah, the Halcyon days!

But, what a great thing for the community! Imagine having access to programs that would allow you to tailor an education for your child, all within the neighborhood school! Whether your child was “normal,” or functioned better in a highly structured environment, or functioned better in a looser setting where they got to self-direct, parents had that option. Of course, this was a few years before the advent of high-stakes testing, so schools had a bit more freedom to

be innovative.

I think of charter schools as one symptom of the demise of that sort of educational creativity. In just my little hamlet of Arvada, there are three different Core Knowledge charter schools, all of whom have waiting lists, all of whom serve Michael Alcorn a population whose parents tired of the HITTING neighborhood schools HOME becoming instruments of social engineering.

And now, as of November, there will be another new charter school opening in Arvada, Doral Academy, with an arts-integrated curriculum, a design where music, dance, theater, and the visual arts are part of every subject. Perhaps, to serve the other end of the spectrum.

Charter schools are an awkward conversation for me. I recognize that charter schools often serve an underserved population, and that they frequently exist in response to the shortcomings of the neighborhood school. At the same time, they present challenges to the public schools. The Jeffco Board of Education recently approved funding to build a new school in the Candelas development. When they do that, they do so based on specific projections for enrollment, which gives them an idea what kind of

programming and facilities they will need.

When a charter school opens in the area, it inevitably draws students away from the neighborhood school, which alters — sometimes dramatically — what kind of program can be offered.

I wrote last week that we should recognize and honor that we aren’t all the same, that we don’t all fit into nice, neat little boxes. I still believe that the vast majority of students are best served in the neighborhood schools; at the same time, there are some students who would absolutely thrive in a school like Doral, that has a colorful entrance, hand-painted murals on the walls, music sounding from every classroom, and a special room with a dance floor rather than private offices for administrators (a setting that, to a Core Knowledge kid, is anathema).

But, perhaps an accommodation can be found from my early years. Surely, we are clever enough to accommodate all the diverse, difficult, challenging, wonderful talents spread around our student population in one building. All it would take is the will l — and the structural support — for the education community to unleash its collective genius on this problem.

That, or we just accept the diffusion of our talents and philosophies across more and more facilities.

Michael Alcorn is a teacher and writer who lives in Arvada with his wife and three children. His novels are available at MichaelJAlcorn.com

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LETTER TO THE EDITOR The real cost of new school The Jeffco school board voted to approve $40 million in COPs. The real cost: With a payback period of 20-25 years with payments of $3 -$3.5 million per year. $40 million is really $60-$87.5 million in total payments. Do you want this debt load?

Do you want your kids to have this debt load? Attend the upcoming school board meeting and tell them NO COPs; ask them to reverse their decision. Use the $15 million that was in the capital reserve fund and apply that to school construction costs. Don’t saddle us with over $60 million in debt payments.

Ronda Lentz, Arvada New state bill on equal pay raises questions Regarding the proposed house bill dealing with state contractors and equal pay...

What is ‘fair’ regarding wages?

Can this be defined by government in all cases?

Should a worker be paid for whom he is, or rather for what value she may bring to her employer?

Should an employee’s experience count when determining his wage?

Should one who does the work-of-two be rewarded for her effort, vs the average employee, or the fellow on work-release who has had a terrible employment record, but for whom the employer is willing to take-a-chance for a lower initial wage?

Would Rep. Danielson’s HB16-1001 allow for incentives from which many may benefit, or would it stifle innovation by erecting a state mandated edifice-ofcompliance that could lead to needless paperwork and possible frivolous lawsuits?

Isn’t it already moot in a ‘union shop’?

Or is it a Bill too far?

Russell W Haas, Golden Broncos fan for better beer Like all Coloradans, I couldn’t more excited for our Super Bowl bound Denver Broncos! Since I can’t be there in person, I’ll be inviting friends and family over to watch the game. I’m excited to see what creative dishes my guests bring over, but please don’t bring 3.2 percent beer. Isn’t it

time Coloradans are allowed to buy real beer and wine in our grocery stores, just like others can in 42 other states?

Eliminating two-stop shopping for groceries and beer or wine would save my family both time and money. A recent study found that updating Colorado’s laws would help the average Colorado family save 18 percent over the next three years on lower beer and wine prices. It would also generate an additional $125 million dollars in sales of Colorado craft beer.

That sounds like a good thing for Colorado!

Next year, when we cheer on the Broncos to another Super Bowl Sunday, I’d like the option of putting my favorite Colorado beer or wine in the same shopping cart as my food. It’s time to change our state’s antiquated law in 2016 and I’ll be voting for something new in 2016.

Sherida Peterson, Arvada Borrowing saves money in the long run Anne Warren’s letter (Feb. 4) chastises the Jeffco School Board for approving Certificates of Participation (COPs) to help finance a kindergarten through

eight-grade school in the fast-growing Candelas neighborhood of NW Arvada.

The former school board majority, dedicated their Tea Party pledge of not raising school debt, made poor business decisions when they capped school costs at $18 million. That school, when it doors opened, would have been dwarfed by a skyrocketing student population.

Some students would have been bused to schools out of their neighborhood; others shunted to temporary units. Immediate additions to the under-built school would have been needed. Lack of vision and aversion to debt by the former school board majority would have escalated huge costs.

Commend the current Jeffco Board for investing wisely and cheaply to finance students’ needs in NW Arvada.

I’m a former Chamber of Commerce executive director who appreciates the practice of sound fiscal strategy and uncommon common sense the current Jeffco School Board shows.

Jack R. Van Ens, Arvada

JEFFERSON COUNTY NEWS IN A HURRY Meeting with Jefferson County Assessor Ron Sandstrom The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County is sponsoring a meeting to help people learn about property taxes at 9:30-11 a.m. Feb. 18 in the Small Hearing Room on the first floor of the Administration and Courts Facility, 100 Jefferson County Parkway in Golden.

Speaker will be Jefferson County Assessor Ron Sandstrom, who will discuss property tax bills, and will give an update on what is happening in the assessor’s office. Sandstrom is also expected to report on urban renewal, tax incremental financing (TIF) and special districts.

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walking tour of the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) campus at 9:30-11:15 a.m. Feb. 19 beginning at the NREL Visitors Center, 15013 Denver West Parkway, in Golden.

The tour begins at the NREL Education Center, and includes the Research Support Facility, NREL Parking Garage and Central Detention Pond. The tour is a vigorous, outdoor walking tour, and participants should wear comfortable walking shoes and dress appropriately for the weather.

All participants must be 18 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen and be able to present a photo ID. The tour is free to attend, but space is limited and advance registration is required.

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Colorado Environmental Film Festival The 10th annual Colorado Environmental Film Festival takes place Feb. 18-21 at the American Mountaineering Center, 710 10th St. in Golden.

Over the three days, the festival will screen features, shorts, films by foreign and local filmmakers and films by young filmmakers and for youth.

Tickets are available in a variety of packages, including single session, all-access pass or full-day Saturday.

Group discounts are available. Feb. 20 is community day, and all screenings are free but donations are suggested.

Tickets are available online until Feb. 17. Tickets can also be purchased at the door, or single session tickets are available at Whole Foods.

An opening night reception and film screening will take place on Feb. 18.

Saturday night will feature films that will be of interest to schools and the Environmental Photography Exhibition with a guest speaker. Feb. 21 will be a full day of films, the Eco-Expo and electronics recycling.

To find a full schedule of events, purchase tickets or for more information, visit www.ceff.net.

African Americans and Trains in Colorado A Colorado Rails and Cocktails event by the Colorado Railroad Museum takes place 6:30-8 p.m. Feb. 19, at the Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, in Golden.

The presentation is titled African Americans and Trains in Colorado, and will feature a lecture by historian Sid Wilson.

Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the presentation begins promptly at 6:30 p.m. Tickets cost $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers. Cost includes entry to the museum, snacks and a choice of two beverages — beer, wine or soda.

The event is limited to adults aged 21 years or older. Advanced tickets are required. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 303-279-4591 or visit www.coloradorailroadmuseum. org.

Sustainable NREL Walking Campus Tour The community is invited to attend a

Scout Mystery Day Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts are invited to attend a Scout Mystery Day with Jefferson County Sheriff’s deputies on Feb. 20 at the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office, 200 Jefferson County Parkway, in Golden.

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material presented is most appropriate for scouts ages 10 and up. Scouts may sign up for any of the 2-hour sessions, which are offered at 8 a.m., 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. The sessions will begin promptly, so scouts must arrive 15 minutes prior to their registered session.

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Young artists’ symphony concert Alexander Hersh, the winner of the

2016 Jefferson Symphony International Young Artists Competition, will perform at 3 p.m. Feb. 21 in the Green Center at the Colorado School of Mines, 924 16th St. in Golden.

Hersh, 23, will perform Schumann’s Cello Concerto in A minor. Also on the program is Vaughn Williams’ Symphony No. 3 (Pastoral) featuring Vaughan Williams Vocal Soloist Stephanie Ann Ball, Soprano.

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OBITUARIES HANSEN

Harriett Hansen

June 27, 1924 – Jan. 26, 2016

Harriett Hansen of Denver, CO left this world on January 26, 2016 at the age of 92, at Penrose Hospital in Colorado Springs, CO. The youngest of 6 children, she was born on June 27, 1924 in the Danish-American town of Kimbalton, Iowa to Emma and Christian Hansen.

She was preceded in death by her husband, former Norwegian Airman Lorang Hansen, whom she married in 1953. She studied BERNICK

violin at the Julliard School in New York and was an accomplished musician.

She was very active in the Denver Danes, Sons of Norway, and the Eldora Historical Society. She is

survived by sons Thor, Nils, and Christian Hansen, 9 grandchildren, 10 greatgrandchildren, and scores of loving extended family, both in the United States and in Denmark. There will be a celebration of life service on February 20, 2016 at 2:00pm at The Barn At Evergreen Memorial Park, 26624 N. Turkey Creek Rd., Evergreen, CO 80439 (http:// thebarnatemp.com/). A reception will follow.

John R. Bernick

February 7, 1935 – January 27, 2016

John R. Bernick passed away January 27, 2016 at Blossom Hill Care Center in Huntsburg, OH after a lengthy illness. He was born in Cleveland, OH on February 7, 1935 to Mathew (Jack) and Josephine Bernick nee Matejovie.

He was a 1952 graduate of John Adams High School and attended Case Western Reserve University where he graduated with a BA degree and elected to The Phi Beta Kappa Society for

excellence in scholarship in 1956. He received a master’s degree from the University of Illinois and went onto earn his law degree from the University of Denver in 1976. John was a proud veteran of the United States Army and was a long time resident of both Washington, DC and Denver, CO. He retired from the Bureau of Land Management in Denver where he was a land law examiner and was a world traveler and avid skier who

made friends all over the globe. John was a lifelong member of the Lutheran Church and a true believer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, his sisters, Elsie Karaba and Ethel Hansen, and one nephew.

He is survived by his sister Dorothy, of Orwell, Ohio, and five nieces and nephews. Interment in Windsor Cemetery, Windsor Ohio, private memorial services to be held later.

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Dance is a fun way for people to stay active — both physically and mentally.

Pictured are square dancers at Clements Community Center in Lakewood on Feb. 4 for a dance hosted

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By Christy Steadman csteadman@coloradocommunitymedia.com Jack Baker of Littleton is getting ready to go on a Caribbean cruise with about 60 other Coloradans from across the state.

They have at least one thing in common — they’re all square dancers.

“We’re going for fun,” Baker said, “but we’ll be getting a lot of exercise while we cruise.”

There will be an opportunity to dance at least three times a day while at sea, he said.

But it’s not just the physical activity that Baker enjoys about square dancing.

For him, the social interaction is just as important for his well-being.

Baker lost his wife about five years ago to Alzheimer’s. He found himself spending a lot of time alone, watching TV or reading magazines, he said.

Then he found square dancing.

“It’s been a very, very good experience,” Baker said. “You join a club, and you automatically have 60 to 100 new friends.”

Whether the casual hobbyist or avid pro, there are a lot of health benefits associated with dance. Dancing can provide a fun way for a person to engage in physical activity and exercise. It keeps the brain active through learning, and memorizing, new dance steps or movements. Dancing can provide an uplifting way to relieve stress, and the interaction with a welcoming community of fellow dancers can do wonders for a person’s social well-being.

Square dancing There’s a bonding that occurs among square dancers, said Debra Fawcett, president of the Rocky Tops Square Dance Club.

“We share this common interest,” she said. “It’s getting together because we love to dance.”

Square dancing has evolved since the settlers brought it over from Europe, Fawcett said. It has always been multigenerational, but nowadays, music-wise, it’s all inclusive.

The dance entails eight people, in four couples, dancing collaboratively and following the cuer’s calls to music.

It’s a great way to stay active, Fawcett said.

WHY DO YOU DANCE? About 50 people gathered at Clements Community Center in Lakewood on Feb. 4 for a dance hosted by Rocky Tops Square Dance Club. The dancers represented nine clubs in the Denver-metro area. Here are some of the reasons they dance: “You meet really wonderful people,” said Karen Atkinson of Westminster. Atkinson has been square dancing for more than 50 years. “I love dancing. It doesn’t really matter what kind.”

“It’s a community,” said Lynette McElveen of Englewood. “We travel all around to dance with each club at their home base.”

“It’s kind of like a chess board for the caller,”

“You’re constantly moving in square dancing,” she said. And “different tempos offer people opportunities to dance at different paces of speed.”

Square dancing is not necessarily rigorous, she said, but it can be an “allencompassing workout.”

“You have to stay focused,” Fawcett said.

Not only is a person physically exercising their body, they are also watching the other dancers and listening to the calls while moving to the beat of the music.

But, Fawcett said, square dancing is so much fun. People love it, she added.

“You hardly know that you’re exercising,” Fawcett said, “because you’re having fun dancing.”

Polka Dancing the polka, said Leo Gross, president of the Colorado chapter of the Polka Lovers Klub of America, “is good for one’s physical health and mental health.”

It’s a good way to release stress, he said, great exercise and a fun, social activity.

All ages can enjoy dancing the polka, in part because it’s easy to learn, Gross said.

He added he can teach a person basic polka steps in about five minutes. It is a 1-2-3 step, and includes skips and hops.

“The polka is very bouncy,” Gross said.

“It gets the blood flowing.”

A person gets a lot of physical exercise when dancing the polka. Gross once used a pedometer at one of the club’s Sunday dances in Golden, and tracked 27,000 steps in four hours. And because the

said cuer Mitchell Thompson, immediately adding that chess might not be the best analogy. “It’s a lot of fun. You mix everyone up, then you try to get them back to the same spot again.”

“The main reason is because it makes me smile,” said Lilette Bagwin of Aurora.

“You’re running around, but you’re having so much fun that you don’t even know you’re exercising.”

“Square dancing is very much alive,” said Dan Hughes of Conifer. “You can dance at any club in the world, and the calls will always be in English, no matter where you are.” And, “the nicest people you will ever meet are square dancers — that’s a universal fact.”

polka gets a person’s blood and oxygen circulating to the brain, Gross said, it potentially can help with preventing Alzheimer’s.

But going out dancing is great for a person’s social well-being and it’s “more fun than going to the gym.”

“It’s a stimulant, and an outing,” Gross said.

Gross urges more people — especially younger generations — to learn the polka.

It is a fun style of dance, and people enjoy dancing to the live music, he said.

“Polka is happy music,” Gross said.

“When people try it out, they have a great time.”

Line dancing About 20 years ago, a study came out that suggests line dancing can lower a person’s risk of getting Alzheimer’s or dementia by 76 percent, said line dance instructor Judy Yamakishi.

“They have to stay sharp,” Yamakishi said. “It’s just so good for your mind.”

Yamakishi, of Westminster, has been teaching line dancing for 23 years. Her classes take place 15 times a week at 11 senior centers and assisted living residences in the Denver-metro area.

Mentally, line dancing helps because the dancer is always learning new moves.

An experienced line dancer will never get bored, Yamakishi said, but a novice line dancer will never have to feel intimidated because there are “all sorts of different levels” in line dancing.

Each dance can have a number of different steps, Yamakishi said. Steps include

using the arms, legs and hips.

B “Your whole body is moving — it’s al- c most aerobic,” she said. But “it’s not work because it’s so enjoyable.” j Besides getting the heart rate going, line dancing is great for managing weight, M s Yamakishi said. She lost 50 pounds through the years she has been line danc- k ing, she added.

Although Yamakishi’s classes consist s mostly of senior-aged people, she would s a recommend line dancing as a form of

exercise for any age. o And there’s not a shortage of places t where people can go to line dance, she t said.

“All over the world, people like to line a T dance,” Yamakishi said. “It’s amazing how t big line dancing is.” i f Contra dancing l “No matter what kind of dancing you’re doing, you’re moving and getting e the blood flowing,” said Patricia Danscen, a co-coordinator of the Westminster Grangev Hall community contra dance, put on i by the nonprofit organization, Colorado m Friends Of Old Time Music And Dance.

All dance can help maintain physical W fitness, and keep dancers active yearo round Danscen said. n Contra dancing, in particular, Danscen b said, allows a person to be very aerobic, but also the ability to dance at their own pace. It’s fun, and easy for all ages and experiences.

Another big health benefit of contra dancing is that it “lifts your spirit,” Danscen said. It can potentially be very stress-relieving — “the music itself is therapeutic.”

Music can include anything from oldtime fiddle to Celtic to New England-style, she said. But the most uplifting part of contra dancing is that it’s a community dance.

Historically, people would congregate at grange halls to bring a community together, Danscen said. “It was a social gathering as well as a dance.”

Different formations are utilized in the dance, such as dancing with a group in a circle or square. The contra formation is two lines facing each other, “and you dance with everybody throughout the dance.”

“When you’ve got live, toe-tapping, energetic music, you can’t help but move to it,” Danscen said. “It’s hard to sit still, and everybody is smiling.”

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Colorado Women’s Chamber accepting nominations Names being taken for award through March 10 Staff Report The Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations of “an outstanding woman who best exemplifies exceptional professional achievement, devotion to community service and generosity in actively assisting other women in their attainment of professional excellence and leadership skills.”

Deadline for nominations is 5 p.m.

March 10. The International ATHENA Leadership Award will be given April 20 at the Ritz-Carlton, 1881 Curtis St. in Denver.

“It is not common for women to walk across the stage during recognition ceremonies and this award truly honors a woman who absolutely deserves the recognition,” said Donna Evans, the chamber’s president, in a news release.

This year’s ATHENA award dinner will feature keynote speaker Kristin D. Russell, a director with Deloitte Digital who is leading the firm’s national digital government strategy.

Russell is “a dynamic executive with

more than 15 years’ experience in leading large operations, services, and information technology organizations,” the release said.

Formerly, Russell was appointed by Gov. John Hickenlooper in February 2011 to serve as secretary of technology and chief information officer for Colorado.

Preceding the dinner is a half-day conference featuring the program “Igniting Women to Pursue their Highest Aspirations,” which will include sessions and programming about professional development and relationship building.

For more information regarding nominations, the ATHENA award dinner or the

ATHENA conference, go to www.cwcc.org.

About the CWCC Since its inception in 1988, the Colorado Women’s Chamber of Commerce has played a significant role in growing business in Colorado. With the mission of creating an environment and the resources conducive to its members’ business success, the CWCC is the premier organization providing opportunities and visibility for women in business through relationship development, education, mentorship, partnership and alliances.

Visit them online for more information.

Taking a final look at 2015 in the rearview mirror The older I get, the faster time flies. I guess that makes sense because one day in my life is an infinitesimally tiny fraction of my life compared with a day in the life of my newest great-grandson, Finley, who turned six months old on Jan. 27.

As I look in the rearview mirror at 2015, I’ve decided to focus on all the good and positive in my life and leave the negativity to the professional naysayers (some of whom, sadly, are in my life).

In spite of the fact that some of my activity is limited because of respiratory issues, I still managed to do a fair amount of traveling during the past year. Trips included Rockies spring training in Scottsdale, Arizona, at their gorgeous facility, Talking Stick at Salt River Fields; Las Vegas

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where I got to play a few slots and, most GUEST importantly, seeing my grandson, his COLUMN wife and my two great-grand babies; a family reunion at the family farm near Columbus, Nebraska; and a road trip to the Black Hills (one of my favorite places on earth) with my friend Kathy to visit her 96-year-old mother, Miss Milly, as I call her, and other members of Kathy’s family.

My final trip of 2015 was to the brandnew Arizona Bowl in Tucson. My son-inlaw Marty is one of the football coaches at CSU in Fort Collins, so of course I had to go to the game. My son B.J. kindly agreed

to come with me and act as my own personal Sherpa ... or “schlepper,” as my granddaughter dubbed him.

One would think that going to southern Arizona the end of December would mean lots of sunshine and warm temperatures. Nope. Didn’t happen. It was cold, boys and girls. I knew it would be chilly so I took my winter gear, but it was still very cold. Thankfully, head coach Mike Bobo’s wife, Lainie, said there was room in a suite on the other side of the field that my son and I could use. I’m pretty sure that kind gesture saved my life. At the very least, it made life more palatable.

In spite of the fact that the wrong team won the game, I would make the trip again in a heartbeat. I feel lucky and

blessed that I was able to make the trip.

Thanks to daughter Suzie for everything she did to make the trip a wonderful experience.

In addition to all the travel, I went to many wonderful theater productions; made several trips to the Denver Botanic Gardens for spectacular exhibits, spent time with my SNCW Singles Social Club friends, and right at the top of my list ...

I have lovely memories of many special times with my family ... kids, grandkids, and now, great-grands. Life is good.

Happy 2016 to each of you.

Columnist Harriet Hunter Ford may be reached at hhunterford@gmail.com.

Rocky Mountain Islamic Center provides information, connections

By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Omar Ally, who worships at the masjid — a place of worship —at the Rocky Mountain Islamic Center in Lakewood, says most people he meets have never known someone like him.

“Around 85 percent of the people I speak to have never met a Muslim,” he said. “They’re only getting misconceptions about the faith.”

With that in mind, the Islamic center opens its doors, not just to those who come to worship, but to those who simply want to know more about the faith and to foster a better understanding among all peoples.

That tenet has become even more important in context of recent terrorist attacks involving people connected to the Islamic faith and the increasing anti-Muslim political rhetoric among politicians.

“We want people to come and experience meeting a Muslim,” Ally said. After all, he noted, according to chapter 49, verse 13 of the Quran, humans were made in different peoples and tribes so that they may know each other.

That’s the approach the center at 8054 W. Jewell Ave. follows. Founded at the end of 2010, it serves as a mosque and community center for the west metro area. Members can come for the five daily prayers,

Jumu’a (Friday) services and Eid al-Fitr feast days. There also are Arabic classes for children to help them in their study of the Quran and an adult study group on Wednesdays.

It’s also a popular place for students and the curious to come learn about one of the world’s largest religions.

“We offer tours for all kinds of people, from students in religious classes, to those who just want to learn what we’re really about,” said Yassir Zouiten, another member at the center. “I really admire the people who come in here, especially with all the misconceptions there are about Islam.”

Some frequent questions Ally and Zouiten hear involve the role of women in Islam and Sharia law.

“I’ve worn my hijab since graduating high school, and it was so liberating,” said Linda Badwan, Ally’s wife and a lifelong Muslim. “A lot of people are curious and ask questions, and it’s a blessing and honor to help others understand the faith.”

What is perhaps most surprising to visitors is Islam’s close relationship to Judaism and Christianity.

All three are Abrahamic religions, which means they’re all monotheistic and rooted in the story of Abraham. They revere many of the same prophets, from Moses and Noah to Jesus. In Islam, Jesus is a prophet,

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as opposed to the messiah of Christianity, but both religions believe he will return to earth.

“There is so much diversity in Islam,” said Dinh Huynh, a recent convert to Islam. “You are going to see people from so many nationalities in our congregations.”

This tendency toward internationalism may be partly responsible for some people’s hesitancy in learning about Islam, and when it is tied to extremist violence, that makes matters even worse.

“There are so many more similarities than differences, and that’s what strikes me most when speaking to people,” Badwan said. “Especially with what’s going on in the world, I’m not sure if the knowledge isn’t out there, or there isn’t access to it, but it’s important to share how much we all have in common.”

Media outlets and irresponsible political candidates have led to greater distrust of Muslims in the U.S., Ally said.

“It has become quite scary for us. My wife doesn’t feel comfortable going outside with her hijab on,” he said. “Innocent people are paying for the reckless words of these politicians.”

Although the majority of Badwan’s experiences with people have been positive and enlightening, she said recent events have increased unpleasant stares and rudeness, and she has had one nasty en-

counter during a shopping trip.

“The nature of the faith, the most basic thing, is tolerance,” she said. “So as a Muslim, my instinct is to understanding and, hopefully, I can be a catalyst to explain my faith to others.”

The best way to combat fear is with information, and Zouiten said community outreach has been extremely positive with all kinds of people willing to help in any way they can.

That sense of community brought Huynh to the faith.

“I had been around the faith all my life, and wanted to think and explore it, but the brotherhood I experienced here has been amazing,” he said. “It’s the most wonderful choice, the most important choice, and the most beautiful choice I’ve made.”

The center is looking for ways to become more involved in the community, and hopes the community will want to become more interested in what the center has to offer.

“I think people are basically good inside, and so they just need to take that step to get information,” Zouiten said. “Once they get to know us, you see the light bulb come on, and the discomfort just goes away.”

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14 Lakewood Sentinel NEWS IN A HURRY GMHS print shop selling Super Bowl shirts Green Mountain High School’s student-run print shop, Green Mountain Gear and Printing, is selling “2015 World Championship” T-shirts with “United in Orange” on the front-side and school logo.

Anyone from the community can purchase shirts from the school while supplies last at the Green Mountain’s Commons.

The T-shirts will be available in S-XL and will be on-sale for $10 each to students, faculty and the community until sold out

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February 11, 2016 Funds from the sale of shirts will go back to Green Mountain Gear & Printing to produce gear and marketing collateral for the school.

Join Mayor Adam Paul’s walk and talk celebration Mayor Adam Paul has launched a year of celebrating residents’ health, together as a community. As part of that, he plans to have regular walk and talk events with the community when residents can participate in a healthy activity while talking with the mayor about the city.

His first walk and talk event will be at 10 a.m.

Saturday, Feb. 27 at Addenbrooke Park, 600 S. Kipling Parkway. Meet at the picnic shelters - rain, snow or shine.

Mayor Paul’s walk and talk events are part of his effort to cover several health topics throughout the year ranging from economic health and healthy partnerships for making the community stronger to

healthy communications and physical health.

Trumpeter Sean Jones comes to Lakewood Cultural Center Internationally acclaimed trumpet player and composer Sean Jones takes the Lakewood Cultural Center stage at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 5.

Backed by a powerhouse trio, Jones presents a formidable performance for audiences.

Tickets start at $20 and are available at 303-9877845, www.Lakewood. org/LCCPresents or the Lakewood Cultural Center Box Office, 470 S. Allison Parkway.

LWV Book Club studies ‘Founding Brothers’ “Founding Brothers”

by Joseph J. Ellis looks at some of the enduring arguments America’s founders wrestled and still confound: including Revolutionary War debts, federal vs. state powers, ideological purity vs. col-

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Mondays English as A Second Language tutorial classes available Sunday and Monday evenings at Arvada United Methodist Church, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. Registration required. Call Kathy Martinez at 303-882-2751.

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RRCC offers free tax filing services to families This tax season, Red Rocks Community College is partnering with the Denver-based Piton Foundation to help families become more financially secure by providing free tax preparation assistance through the Tax Help Colorado program.

This free service will be offered at Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. 6th Ave. in Fire Science Building on the west end of campus, room 3750.

Parking is available in the

south lot. It will be offered 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays and 5:30 to 8 p.m. Wednesdays from Jan. 30 to March 9.

People who are getting their taxes prepared at RRCC should bring the following documents: · All W-2, 1099 and other income-related documents. · Proof of mortgage interest, property taxes, daycare payments, college education expenses, charitable contributions, and all other tax-deductible expenses. · For college expenses: In addition to Form 1098T from your college, you must bring your own records of expenses paid for tuition, books, fees and supplies. · To report health coverage, you will need one of these forms: 1095-A, 1095B, and/or 1095-C. · If you received a tax credit to lower the cost of paying health insurance, bring form 1095-A, which you received from Connect for Health Colorado.

· Social Security cards (or ITINs) for all family members. Photo I.D. for taxpayer required. · A copy of last year’s tax returns, if available. · Bank account number and routing number to direct deposit the refund.

With direct deposit, refunds are received in 10 to 14 days.

IRS-certified RRCC accounting students and faculty will prepare and e-file tax returns free of charge for individuals with household incomes of less than about $53,000 a year.

Many of the families that qualify for free tax help are also eligible for valuable tax benefits such as the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and Child Tax Credit, and the preparers at RRCC’s site specialize in ensuring that taxpayers receive the refunds they deserve.

For the first time in 15 years, low- to moderateincome workers can now also claim a state EITC, which is 10 percent of the federal EITC.

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laborative compromise, slavery, and oligarchy vs. virtue and talents.

From 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, and 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 19, the Jefferson County League of Women Voters will meet to discuss this timely look at the history of the issues that still divide us. The public is welcome.

Call Lynne at 303-9855128 for locations and more information.

Golden Chapter, Order of DeMolay meets at 7 p.m. every first and third Wednesday in the town of Golden. Walt Disney, Mel Blanc and Walter Cronkite are counted among its alumni. DeMolay is an organization for young men

between the ages of 12 and 21 that offers character building, leadership training, and life skill development. We offer many activities, academic opportunities and scholarships. Please contact the chapter for more information. Email demolaygolden@gmail.com or www. coloradodemolay.org and visit Golden’s page under the Chapter tab by clicking on the Golden photo.

Golden Nar-Anon family group meets from 7:30-9 p.m. Mondays at Calvary Episcopal Church, 1320 Arapahoe St.

We ask that people enter on the east side of the church and follow the signs to the upstairs meeting room. Call the Nar-Anon Family Groups World Service Organization at 800-477-6291 or go to Nar-Anon.org.

Jefferson County Republican Men’s Club meets 7-9 a.m. Mondays at Davies’ Chuck Wagon Diner, 10151 W. 26th Ave., Lakewood. Meeting fee is $5 (cash preferred). Order from diner menu (pay on you own). Call Fred Holden at 303421-7619 for information. Republicans,

especially students, youth and women, welcome to join.

Open mic Living Water Unity Spiritual Community presents open mic night – celebrate your teen self 4:30-6:30 p.m.

Mondays at 7401 W. 59th Ave., Arvada.

This program gives teens the opportunity to express their performing art including voice and instrument, acting, poetry, stand-up comedy, mime, etc. Open to all students in sixth to 12th grades. Email bellbottoms809@gmail.com.

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Lakewood Chapter of Retired and Active Federal Employees meets at 1 p.m. the second Tuesday of most months at the Episcopal Church, 10th and Garrison. Call Greg Kann at 303-718-7307 with questions.

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Wheat Ridge Rotary Club meets from noon to 1:30 p.m. Mondays for lunch at the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St. Come as our guest and learn about our service projects for the community.

Tuesdays Applewood Kiwanis Club meets 7-8 a.m.

Tuesdays at the Applewood Golf Course, 14001 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. You are invited to attend a meeting. Our goals are to serve children worldwide and in our community. We ring the bell for Salvation Army, deliver Christmas baskets to needy families and, assist the Jeffco Action Center with school supplies for children from low-income families. For more information, contact Fred McGehan at 303-947-1565.

TOPS CO 538, a weight-loss support group, meets Tuesdays at St. Martha’s Episcopal Church, 76th and Bradburn. Weigh-in is 6-6:45 p.m., followed by the meeting. For information, call 480-650-0537.

Wednesdays

Denver Apple Pi, an Apple/Mac computer user group, meets from 7-9 p.m. the third Tuesday each month at the Applewood Community Church (downstairs), 12930 W. 32nd Ave., Golden. Program varies each month. We welcome those interested in learning more about their Apple or Mac computer. Visitors are welcome to see if you like our more mature group. More information may be found at denverapplepi.com.

American Legion Auxiliary presents Burger Nite, 5-7:30 p.m. every Wednesday at Post 178, 1655 Simms St., Lakewood. Members, their guests and active military invited for varied food and reasonable prices. Visit www. alpost178.org.

Golden Rotary meets from 7:15-8:30 a.m. Tuesdays at Rolling Hills Country Club, 15707 W. 26 Ave., Golden. This active organization reaches neighbors in need. We build, support, and organize. We save lives locally and globally. For additional information visit www.rotayclubofgolden. org or contact Pat Madison at 303-279-1021.

Lake Arbor Optimist Club Bringing Out the Best in Kids meets at 7 a.m. Tuesdays at Indian Tree Golf Course, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada.

Breakfast served. Contact Terri Kearney, president, 303-506-6692; or Debbie Espinoza, treasurer, 720-937-2550. New members welcome.

Arvada Rotary meets 6:30-8 p.m. Wednesdays at Indian Tree Golf Club, 7555 Wadsworth Blvd.

The club engages in a variety of community

Rocky Mountain Team Survivor, a health, education and fitness program for women of all abilities who have experienced cancer or are currently in treatment, offers weekly free, fun, supportive activities. Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Boulder Creek Walk (meet at Boulder Public Library main entrance). Tuesday, 11-11:30 a.m., Yoga, Boulder Senior Center, 909 Arapahoe Avenue.

Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Fitness Training, Boulder Center for Sports Medicine, 311 Mapleton Avenue (entrance on Maxwell Avenue.). Learn more at rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org.

Arvada Sunrise Rotary Club meets 7-8 a.m.

Tuesdays at The Arvada Centre For The Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd. for a breakfast meeting. Come join us as our guest and learn about our community service projects and what Rotary does in the world to help people.

Golden Opitimists meet every Tuesday at 7 a.m. at the Windy Saddle Cafe, 1110 Washington Ave., Golden. More information about the group is available at Goldenoptimist.org.

303-431-4697.

Adult Roller Skating is offered from 10:30 a.m. to noon every Wednesday at Roller City at 64th and Sheridan, Arvada. Cost is $5 plus $2 to rent skates. Contact Toni at 303-868-8273.

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Arvada Biz Connection www.meetup.com/ Arvada-Business-Connection/ is an informal networking event that brings together local entrepreneurs. Meetings are 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays at various restaurants in Olde Town Arvada. A $5 fee is collected from each attendee, which is then donated to a local charity at the end of each quarter. The 4th Quarter Charity is the Dan Peak Foundation who assists families in need. For information, call Micki Carwin at 303-997-9098.

Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis meets 7-8 a.m.

Wednesdays at the Arvada Center, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., for a breakfast meeting. We invite you to join us for great fellowship, interesting programs, and the satisfaction of serving your community. This Kiwanis organization supports the Arvada Community Food Bank, the school backpack program, Santa House, Ralston House, and many other local organizations. For information or to visit a meeting, call Brad at

service projects, with emphasis on assistance to and support of Arvada’s youth. Visitors are always welcome. For additional information visit www.arvadarotary.org or call Dave Paul at 303-431-9657.

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On the hook no more Park It Right takes new approach to enforcement, aims to treat people fairly

By Clarke Reader creader@coloradocommunitymedia.com Having your car towed is easily one of the most frustrating and expensive experiences a car owner can have. Joel Perri knows this firsthand, because for many years, he was the one doing the towing.

“I’ve been in the industry since 1973, but got to the point where I had to sell my towing business,” he said. “What I was seeing is that parking enforcement by tow truck is brutal — there has to be a better way to treat people.”

That desire led to the creation in June of Park It Right, a parking enforcement company that puts technology and empathy at the forefront. And it’s catching on. The business now has three franchise locations covering Arvada, Lakewood and the north metro Denver area.

“It’s unbelievable how we’ve been received,” Perri said. “People are actually thanking us. It’s a huge change in their whole attitude.”

Park It Right approaches enforcement in several unique ways.

The first is bright green coloring of its vehicles and boots, which are “green to be seen,” according to Perri. This serves as a visual reminder for infractions.

The revolutionary part is the Remote Release Vehicle Boot, which Perri invented as an alternative to towing.

The boot goes on a wheel, but all the parking violator has to do is call a number and pay the fine, and the boot will be remotely released. It is then dropped off at a station on the property.

Fines are kept low because property owners pay part of the cost of the booting fines. Each property is handled

on a case-by-case basis, Perri said, based on the number of parking spots and amount of problems at respective locations.

“Cars are really important to people, and so when you take them you get a very emotional response,” said Lisa Kempton, who with her husband, Joel, opened the Broomfield franchise that services the north metro area.

“With this system, people are able to recognize their mistakes, but there is no need for anger because the whole day is ruined.”

The company has a no-confrontation policy: That means if the car owner returns while the boot is being set up, the company will instead verbally issue a warning and the owner is free to go.

“The idea is to be more proactive,” said Curt Stewart, who set up the Lakewood location with business partner Mike Dart. “This still gets the message across without taking up everyone’s time the way towing would.”

So far, Park It Right has been working mostly with homeowners associations, apartment complexes and businesses, but Perri is eager to expand and possibly work with cities.

With the Gold Line coming through Arvada, there will be increased parking around the Olde Town Arvada area, which might require a third-party enforcement group down the road, said Jessica Prosser, assistant to Arvada’s city manager. There would be an application and vetting process before any third party took over enforcement policies from Arvada police.

Perri and his franchisees are ready for any opportunity to show customers there’s a different way to handle parking problems.

“Parking enforcement doesn’t have to be negative,” he said. “It can be a benefit to property owners and parkers just by educating them instead of penalizing them.”

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Try doing this relationship wellness checkup for Valentine’s Day, and look at how you can better love (and be loved).

Take turns addressing each of the following questions. Make sure both partners get an equal chance to address the questions, and assume there will be multiple answers to every question. You get bonus points for not being defensive, not explaining or justifying yourself and for treating with importance whatever your Valentine says.

Ask your partner these questions: • On a scale from 0-10, what number would you give our relationship right now?

What would raise that number for you?

• What do I do that makes you feel especially valued and cherished?

• What would you like me to do that would help you to feel more loved and cared for?

• What do I do that annoys, frustrates or hurts you?

• Using the 0-10 scale, how affectionate am I? How affectionate would you like me to be?

• What does romance consist of for you, specifically?

• What could I do with greater regularity that would make this a more romantic relationship for you?

• What would you like me to do that you’re hesitant or embarrassed to ask for?

• What would you like me to say more often?

• What most helps you to feel connected and close?

• When do you feel we are we most connected with each other? When are we least connected?

• What should I do (and what should I not do) when you are angry or in a bad mood?

• Are there any goals you want us to create as a couple this next year? What are

they?

• What are the goals you have for yourself? Are there any goals you wish I would pursue?

• What did you do this past year that you’re most proud of? What did I do that you’re most proud of?

Neil Rosenthal • How could I be SOUND a better communicator?

ADVICE • Is there anything you would like me to apologize for?

• Are we spending enough quality time together? If not, tell me what you want instead.

• If I were wanting to be the best partner possible for you, what would I do different?

• Is there anything important that we are leaving out of this conversation?

If you do this every year at Valentine’s Day, you will be able to gauge how your relationship is growing, developing and improving year by year, and you can compare your answers with what you said last Valentine’s Day, and how you felt several years ago.

Neil Rosenthal is a licensed marriage and family therapist in Westminster and Boulder. His column is in its 25th year of publication. You can reach him at 303-758-8777, or email him through his website www. heartrelationships.com. The second edition of his book “Love, Sex and Staying Warm: Creating A Vital Relationship” recently hit the No. 1 best-seller list on Amazon its first day of release, both nationally and internationally.

Democratic caucus training on Feb. 20 Join the HD23 Democrats and State House candidate Chris Kennedy for a meeting to go over everything participants need to know to participate in this year’s precinct caucuses.

The training event will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20 at the Belmar Library.

Colorado’s Democrat caucus is at 7 p.m. Tuesday, March 1.

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Republicans prepare for caucus Jeffco Republican caucuses are scheduled for the evening of March 1. Participants should arrive at their

location by 6:15 p.m. to mingle and get checked-in. This is an opportunity for registered Republicans in Jeffco to get involved in the political process.

Registered Jeffco voters will be receiving a postcard over the next week from the Jefferson County Clerk and Recording office with their precinct number and voter ID. Please save the card and bring it along to the caucus.

Members can find their caucus meeting location by accessing the Jeffco GOP website at www.jeffcorepublicans.com.

To become a county, congressional or state delegate one needs to attend caucus, and pay a fee for each, which must be paid the night of the caucus.

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THEATER/SHOWS

Benefits of Fighting Fair How fighting fair can make marriages and other relationships better will be Theater Production of ‘Medea’ explored at Lifetree Café at noon and 7 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, at 5675 Field St., The Edge Theater presents “Medea” through Sunday, Feb. 14, at 1560 Teller St., Arvada. The program, “Conquering Conflict: Healthy Ways to Tackle DisagreeSuite 200, Lakewood. Parking is free. Medea, a barbarian and the wife of Jason, ments,” features a filmed interview with Drs. Les and Leslie Parrott, whose finds her position in the Greek world threatened as Jason leaves her for a Green princess of Corinth. Medea takes vengeance on Jason by killing Jason’s new wife, relationship-building work has been featured on CNN, Good Morning America, as well as her own children with him, after which she escapes to Athens to start a Oprah, and the New York Times best-seller list. Participants in the Lifetree program will gain practical insights and skills for fighting fair. Contact Polly Wegner new life. Performances are at 8 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 6 p.m. Sundays, at 303-424-4454 or pwegner@peacelutheran.net. with an 8 p.m. performance Monday, Feb. 8 (no performance Sunday, Feb. 7).

Tickets available by calling 303-232-0363 or going to www.theedgetheater.com. Mammals: A Hands-on Crash Course An interactive workshop of everything mammal, from furs and bones to ‘Emperor’s New Clothes’ Miners Alley Children’s Theatre presents “The Emperor’s New Clothes” through marsupials and monotremes, you will leave with a thorough understanding of the cutest and cuddliest class of the Animal Kingdom. Program for ages 8 years April 30 at 1224 Washington Ave., Golden. Show presented at 1 p.m. Saturdays. to adults is from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16 and Feb. 23 at Majestic View Call 303-935-3044 or go to minersalley.com for tickets and information. ApNature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Registration required. Call 720-898propriate for ages 12 and under, and the people who love them.

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MUSIC/CONCERTS

Tiny Tots Concert Inside the Orchestra presents Tiny Tots concerts from 9:30-10:15 a.m. and 10:45-11:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, at Mile Hi Church, 9077 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood; Saturday, Feb. 20, at History Colorado, 1200 Broadway, Denver; Monday, Feb. 22, at Boettcher Concert Hall, 1000 14th St., Denver; Tuesday, Feb. 23, at Temple Emanuel, 51 Grape St., Denver; Monday, Feb. 29, at The Wildlife Experience, 10035 S. Peoria St., Parker. Program is designed for children 6 and younger. Children discover what it is to be inside the orchestra. They are seated on the floor and surrounded by professional musicians. For tickets, go to www.insidetheorchestra.org/tiny-tots-events/.

ART/CRAFTS

Power of Probiotics Add some life to your plate and join us to sample and learn about the variety of living cultured foods that are available, including yogurt, kefir and kimchi. Eating fermented, probiotic-rich foods keeps your gut, and you, healthy. For thousands of years, humans have relied on these superfoods for overall health, but today’s diets often lack them. Program runs from noon to 1 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at Natural Grocers Green Mountain, 12612 W. Alameda Parkway, Lakewood. Go to www.NaturalGrocers. com/gm or call 303-986-5700.

‘Museo de las Americas’ Exhibit Selections from the “Museo de las Americas” exhibit are on display through Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Susan K. Arndt Galley, Red Rocks Community College, 13300 W. 6th Ave., Lakewood. Gallery hours are 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday to Friday; 6:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturdays; and 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sundays.

Patient Education Series Lutheran Medical Center offers a series of free, educational seminars on a variety of health and medical topics. Seminars are led by physicians. Dr. Lindsay Eun presents “Me” Time When you Need It from 6-7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18. Learn about heart attack risk factors, signs and symptoms from Dr. Doug Martel from noon to 1 p.m.

Wednesday, Feb. 24. All seminars take place at Lutheran Medical Center, 8300 W. 38th Ave., Wheat Ridge, in the learning center on the second floor. Register online at lutheranmedicalcenter.org/classes or call 303-425-8375.

‘Guys & Dolls’ The Evergreen Chorale presents “Guys & Dolls,” a musical fable of Broadway, from Friday, Feb. 19 to Sunday, March 6 at Center Stage, 27608 Fireweed Drive, Evergreen. Performances are at 7:30 p.m.

Fridays and Saturdays, and 3 p.m. Sundays.

Tickets are available by calling 303-6744002 or go to www.evergreenchorale.org.

Social Security and Income Planning Are you aware of the new law that changes Social Security filing strategy options? Do you know if you will be affected? A Social Security and income planning class is offered from 10-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, at the FirstBank Building in Belmar, 550 S. Wadsworth Blvd., Lakewood. These classes will help you answer the following questions: When should I start taking my benefit? How can I be sure I’ve maximized my benefit? Am I eligible for a benefit from a former, current or deceased spouse? How do I fill the income gaps? Know you are getting all money you deserve. Class is taught

by Jo-Ann Holst, certified financial planner.

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Athena Project Art Show Athena Project presents Point of Departure, an art show that will provide insight into artists’ creative processes, runs through Friday, Feb. 12, at the 40 West Arts Gallery, 1560 Teller St., Lakewood. The show is curated by Michele Brower, a Denver artist known for her paintings and installation pieces which grace museum, private and corporate collections nationwide. Admission is free and both art and fashion designs and accessories will be available for sale; 20 percent of all sales from this evening will benefit Athena Project.

Watercolor and Tea Explore your creativity using different watercolor techniques at the watercolor and tea program from 6-7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 17, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Dry brushes, salt, rubber cement, Earl gray, honey and sugar will all be combined to create scenes from nature. Advance registration required. Call 720-898-7405.

Art Exhibit The Red Rocks Community College presents an exhibition of artwork from the permanent collection of the Museo de las Americas in Denver. The exhibit includes a wide range of work from Mexico, Central America and South America and includes a variety of masks, yarn paintings, ceramics, textiles, retablos, and bark paintings. The exhibit runs through Thursday, Feb. 18, in the Susan K. Arndt Gallery at the Lakewood campus, 13300 West 6th Ave, Lakewood. Go to www.rrcc.edu.

Call for Entries, First Friday The Lakewood Arts Council and Gallery is seeking entries for its “Small Works Show.” Entry deadline is Friday, Feb. 19, and the show is open to all media.

Show dates are Sunday, Feb. 28 to Friday, March 25, at 6731 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood. Small Works Show will be featured at the council’s first First Friday event, from 6:30-8 p.m. Friday, March 4. Go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org or call 303-980-0625.

Tropical Wildlife: Art and the Animal Kingdom Ages 6-12 years will discover wild animals from Australia, South America and Africa, from giant lizards and poisonous frogs to deadly snakes. Participants will use a variety of art techniques to examine the inhabitants of our planet. Program offered 4-5:30 p.m. Wednesdays through March 16, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Bring a healthy after-school snack each time.

Register by Jan. 8. Go to www.arvada.org/nature or call 720-898-7405.

EVENTS

Mother’s Milk Bank Tour Arvada Jefferson Kiwanis will have a private tour at 5 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 11, of the Mothers’ Milk Bank at the Rocky Mountain Children’s Health Foundation, 5394 Marshall St., Suite 400. A social hour will follow at 6 p.m. at Odyssey Beer Werks, 5535 W. 56th Ave, Suite 107. The Rocky Mountain Children’s Health Foundation moved to Arvada last year. Call Bob at 303-517-4564 to join the tour. Go to www.rmchildren.org.

Annual Valentine’s Tea The Arvada United Methodist Women will prepare and serve savory teas and edible delights at 1 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, in the Fellowship Center, 6750 Carr St., Arvada. The group will then welcome “Molly” Margaret Brown, as portrayed by Janet Kalstrom of the Molly Brown House. She promises to share the “real” story of this colorful, historical Colorado resident. Ticket sales will be offered after each worship service through Feb. 7, with a limit of 120 tickets. Last year, tickets sold out quickly. Group members will also have tickets, or you can contact Deanna Kehlenbach at 303-420-5239 or wdkehlenbach@icloud.com.

Time Traveler’s Ball The Arvada Vitality Alliance presents its Time Traveler’s Ball, an event to raise money for charitable organizations that serve Arvada. This year’s ball is at 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at the Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities, 6901 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Go to www.arvadavitality.org/time_travelers_ball/ Science of Romance Learn to make that special someone’s heart melt, while sampling chocolate and a signature massage oil blend. Discover what’s really going on in the brain and body when you entice all the senses and why romance really is a sweet science.

The Sweet Sensations program runs from 11 a.m. to noon Saturday, Feb. 13, at Natural Grocers at Vitamin Cottage, Northwest Store, 7745 N. Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Contact Megan Grover at 303-423-0990.

Hike Meet and Greet Connect with fellow hikers and outdoor enthusiasts ages 18 and older from 9-10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 16, at the Community Recreation Center, 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada. Go to www.apexprd.org and search for Hike Meet’n Greet to sign up..

After Nappers Club Let a naturalist guide your tyke through wonders of Majestic View Park with fun, outdoor weekly activities and adventures. We will hike at a toddler pace, use our 5 senses, and encourage exploration. Dress for the weather. Club meets from 4-5 p.m. Wednesdays, Feb. 17 and 24 at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. For ages 2-5 years, with an adult. Registration required. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/nature.

After School Club Bring your children to enjoy fun, nature-themed activities and exploration with a Majestic View naturalist. Let us help your child develop a stewardship for nature and a love of science while exploring the park and participating in fun, hands-on learning. Dress for the weather. Program for ages 6-12 years runs from 4-5 p.m.

Wednesdays, Feb. 17 and 24, at Majestic View Nature Center, 7030 Garrison St., Arvada. Registration required. Call 720-898-7405 or go to www.arvada.org/ nature.

Forum on Agriculture Local and state officials, farmers, ranchers, industry experts, lawmakers, media and consumers will discuss the most pertinent issues surrounding food production at the annual Governor’s Forum on Colorado Agriculture at 8 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 18, at the Renaissance Denver Stapleton Hotel, 3801 Quebec St. Anyone interested in attending can learn more and register at www.governorsagforum. com. Following the forum, the Farm Credit Colorado Agriculture Hall of Fame reception and banquet starts at 4:15 p.m. Go to coloradoffafoundation.org.

Mentor Training Session Connections in Christ plans its next training session for mentoring from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 20, at Arvada Covenant Church, 5555 Ward Road, Arvada.

Training focuses on understanding the needs of the marginalized and empowering them to self-sufficiency and is non-faith based. CIC’s mission is to encourage those who want to learn to mentor well and equip them for success wherever they choose to serve. Class size is limited. To register, go to www.c-i-c.org/givinghelp/mentoring/training/ Saturday Morning Community Hike Community volunteer Mark McGoff will lead a community hike along Van Bibber Trail to Fairmount Trail from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 20. Hike departs from the south parking lot of Long Lake Regional Park, Arvada. Hike is stroller friendly, but suited for dogs. Participants should dress for the weather, wear good shoes or hiking boots, and bring water. Go to www.visitarvada.org/events/saturdaymorning-community-hike-5/ Snowshoe Trips APEX/Community Recreation Center plans snowshoe trips Tuesdays, Feb. 23, March 8 and March 22. Registration required. Stop by the center at 6842 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, or call 303-425-9583 to register or for more information.

Book Club Discusses ‘Founding Brothers’ The next meeting of the Jefferson County League of Women Voters nonfiction book club will focus on discussing “Founding Brothers,” by Joseph J. Ellis. Meetings are from 1-3 p.m. Wednesday, March 16, and from 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, March 19. “Founding Brothers” looks at some of the enduring arguments our founders wrestled and which still confound our people today: Revolutionary War debts (today think multi-trillion dollar debt), federal vs. state powers (Burns, OR), ideological purity vs. collaborative compromise, slavery (now racial divides), oligarchy vs. virtue and talents. Please read the book in advance of the meetings; public is welcome. Call Lynne at 303-985-5128 for locations and information.

Gardens Wanted The Lakewood Arts Council is looking for gardens to be on its annual garden tour.

The tour is Saturday, June 25, and includes a self-guided tour of six to seven gardens in the west metro area, with lunch for ticket holders included at the council’s new gallery location at Lamar Station Plaza (near Casa Bonita). Garden hosts may preview the garden tour Friday, June 24. If you’re an avid gardener and would like to share your hard work, contact Ann Quinn at 303-881-7874 or annquinn75@gmail.com. Go to www.lakewoodartscouncil.org.

Hall of Fame Nomination The Jefferson County Historical Commission is seeking nominations for the 2016 Jefferson County Hall of Fame. Nominations may be made for living or deceased people who have helped mold and shape the history of Jefferson County. Individuals may be nominated for contributions in fields of writing, research, photography, politics, business, community service, education or culture.

Nominations must be received by May 1. To obtain nomination forms and get more information, visit www.historicjeffco.org or contact Dennis Dempsey at 303 271-8734 or ddempsey@jeffco.us.

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Editor’s note: Calendar submissions must be received by noon Thursday for publication the following week. Send listings to calendar@coloradocommunitymedia.com. No attachments, please. Listings are free and run on a space-available basis.

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In 2015, Kevin Shipley, executive director of the Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies, based in Arvada, saw a humanitarian news piece about stray goldens in Istanbul, Turkey, being rescued by U.S. organizations. It pulled on his heartstrings.

“It was a 30-second bit I saw on TV,” Shipley said, “and now, it’s something local, it’s happening here,” Once a status symbol for the rich in Istanbul, these dogs, now seen as common, have been abandoned around the city and surrounding forests, Shipley said. Today, about 2,000 of the city’s 50,000 stray dogs are golden retrievers — a problem rescue organizations around the United States are trying to solve.

On Feb. 14, a group of these retrievers will be flown to new homes with the Southern California Golden Retriever Rescue and Arvada’s Golden Retriever Rescue of the Rockies.

“We are professional home-finders for golden retrievers,” Shipley said. “That’s what we do, day in and day out. So we’ll find a good home for them.”

Since late 2015, Shipley and his team have been working alongside the California rescue organization to bring over these dogs. Eight will go to the California rescue and 10 to Colorado.

“When we first heard about the Turkey dogs, we thought it would be a good thing to dip our toe in and give them happy, healthy homes,” said Beth Flambures, a

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“GRRR is in a very good position to be able to take these dogs from Turkey, care for them and provide them what they need,” said Kathy Jones, a supporter of the organization and sponsor. “The dogs are coming and, hopefully, there’s enough interest and enthusiasm to keep people involved in the program going forward.”

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“It’s important we can do anything we can,” Flambures said. “Dogs are pretty universal. Everyone loves them, so it’s nice we’re going to be able to give them homes.”

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Tigers girls win 10th straight LHS player Mckenna Bishop takes a jump shot against a Bear Creek defender during a Feb. 5 game. Bishop helped her team win its 10th in a row with 11 points and 7 rebounds. Bishop contributed a double-double two nights earlier in Lakewood’s win over Pomona, with 10 points and 10 rebounds.

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Lakewood builds big lead en route to 74-29 league win over Pomona

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game, which makes it possible to get some easy hoops.”

Lakewood shifted all aspects of its game into high gear Feb. 3, building a 26-3 first quarter lead as the Tigers won the league girls basketball game over Pomona, 74-29.

Key players/statistics Lakewood spread the scoring among nine players. The Tigers’ 6-3 sophomore Camilla Emsbo led the team in scoring with 15 points, Anissa Barela and Mackenzie Forrest each scored 11 points, and MeKenna Bishop scored 10 points.

Barela led the team from outside the arc with a trio of three-pointers, and Bishop was the team leader in rebounds with 10. Eight players contributed to the team effort, dishing out a total of 26 assists.

Key moments The Tigers took full advantage of their fast-paced attack, their height advantage and their aggressive defense to score the first 19 points of the game, and Pomona wasn’t able to overcome the big lead.

“Our team played pretty well tonight,” Lakewood coach Chris Poisson said after the game. “We shared the ball well and we were able to push the pact of the

They said it Coach Poisson said this is the best

team he has coached in his eight years at the helm.

“We have been building this team for four years,” he said. “We are a good mix of seniors and sophomores, plus we have strong JV so the future looks good for us.

We like to push the pace on offense and play pressure defense all over the court, plus we have good size to work the inside game as well. Our height should allow us to control the boards and, if we don’t, it shows we are not hustling.”

Sophomore Emsbo said basketball is her sport and the only sport she plays.

“I really like the sport,” she said. “I like basketball because something is always happening, the court if full of activity and there is so much energy out there all Basketball continues on Page 21

Lakewood comes up second in league swim

By Scott Stocker Special to CCM Ralston Valley certainly hopes its success in winning the girls team championship in last weekends, Class 5A portion of the Jefferson County League, will carry over to this weekend’s state meet.

Ralston Valley, coached by Anne Brown, won four events and had swimmers place second in three others to come away with 442 points. It was good enough to outswim Lakewood, 420.5, and Chatfield, 372.5 in the water at the Meyers Pool in Arvada.

Among the leaders for Ralston Valley was Kathryn Scherrer, who won the 100-meter butterfly with a time of :59.32 seconds, swam the third leg of the Mus-

JEFFCO 5A SWIM CHAMPIONSHIPS TEAM STANDINGS Ralston Valley 442

Pomona 242.5

Arvada West 145.5

Lakewood 420.5

Columbine 223

Bear Creek 79

Chatfield 372.5

Dakota Ridge 177

— Meyers Pool, Arvada, February 5-6

tangs winning 200 medley relay team, timed in 1:53.64, and finished third in the 200 freestyle, 2:00.32. She was joined

by Elizabeth Wompey, Isabelle Davenport and Kailey Said in winning the relay.

“I just took a deep breath before we

got started in the fly,” Scherrer said. “It was great to go out and win the event and as a team before going to state. We all just need to get down to business and try to go out and win for our team.”

Swimming continues on Page 23

Lakewood girls tough to defend Lakewood girls basketball coach Chris Poisson is once again guiding another state-contending team as the Tigers move toward a fourth consecutive 20-win season.

Teams like Highlands Ranch, Grandview, Broomfield, ThunderRidge, George Washington and Pine Creek are a few of those schools that are considered challengers when the state playoffs roll around, but Lakewood should be included among those teams.

Lakewood (163) is averaging 63.6 points, 28.1 rebounds, 16.6 assists, 16.5 steals and 5.9 blocks per game, Jim Benton which are all above OVERTIME the per-game national averages compiled by MaxPreps.

Poisson has height on his team in 6-foot-3 sophomore twins Camilla and Kira Emsbo plus three other players who are 6 feet tall, including senior captain and all-around athlete Mckenna Bishop.

And the Tigers have a terrific scorer in 5-7 senior guard Mackenzie Forrest, who became the school’s all-time leading scorer earlier this season. Senior Marisela Perez keeps every player active with her assists and steals.

“Mackenzie is our consistent scorer, and she is playing her best basketball right now,” said Poisson. “The Emsbo twins are gaining in skill and confidence. McKenna Bishop is our athlete, and we have good shooters in Anissa Barela, Maddie Miller and Maddie Couglin. We can have a real balanced attack in terms of scoring.”

Lakewood was 5-3 early in the season, losing to IMG Academy of Bradenton, Florida, and Vista Murieta (California) in the La Jolla County Day Tournament, and then to Grandview in the Grandview Invitational.

“Our team is improving, and we are much better than we were in December,” confessed Poisson. “Our players are comfortable in their roles now, and with our depth we can create matchups in our favor.”

Proud to be an American It was gratifying to watch the Ponderosa wrestling team while the national anthem was played prior to the Mustangs’ Continental League match against Chaparral on Feb. 4.

Almost all high school athletes and students politely stand, and most hold a hand over their heart, while the anthem is played.

Ponderosa 220-pounder Cohlton Shultz and a couple of his teammates did a little more. They were actually singing along with “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

State swimming championships set The first two winter sports state championship events will be held Feb. 12 and 13.

Class 4A swimmers will compete in state girls swimming championships at the Veterans Memorial Aquatic Center in Thornton.

Swimming preliminaries begin at 4 p.m. on Feb. 12. Diving prelims are set for 9 a.m. Feb. 13 with swim and dive finals scheduled to start at 2 p.m.

The 5A state swimming championships will be held at the same time on the same days at the Edora Pool Ice Center (EPIC) in Fort Collins.

Highlands Ranch rolls along If you want to talk about league dominance, look at what Highlands Ranch is Benton continues on Page 23

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Wrestlers poised to wrap up state berths Regional tournaments on tap at multiple locations in Colorado Staff report Regional state-qualifying wrestling tournaments will be held Feb. 12 and 13.

The following is the lineup for the tournaments, which will be held at various locations around the state. The state tournament is scheduled for Feb. 19 and 20 at the Pepsi Center in Denver.

Class 5A Four regionals each qualify four wrestlers per weight class for the state tournament.

Region 1 (at Arvada West) Pomona, Arvada West, Grandview, Chaparral, Chatfield, Denver East, Douglas County, Fruita, Aurora Hinkley, Lakewood, Northglenn, Overland, Regis Jesuit, Rock Canyon, Thornton and Westminster Region 2 (at Doherty) Arapahoe, Pine Creek, Adams City, Monarch, Mountain Range, Castle View, Cherokee Trail, Doherty, Fountain Fort Carson, Highlands Ranch, Legend, Liberty, Palmer, Rampart, Smoky Hill and ThunderRidge Region 3 (at Legacy) Legacy, Poudre, Coronado, Broomfield, Bear Creek, Boulder, Brighton, Fairview, Fort Collins, Fossil Ridge, Horizon, Lincoln, Loveland, Prairie View and Rocky Mountain

Basketball Continued from Page 20

the time.”

She said her favorite part of the game is scoring baskets against the other team and passing the ball to teammates so they can score.

Emsbo said she is a better basketball player now than she was at this time last year.

“I don’t know that my skills have improved a lot, but my confidence level has gone up at least five times as much,” she said. “I have been taking shots I wouldn’t have taken last year. I am working on hitting more of my outside shots, and I feel that is making me more of an all-around player.”

She said the only personal goal she set for the season is to help the Tigers make it to the state championship.

Region 4 (at Grand Junction Central) Grand Junction, Cherry Creek, Mountain Vista, Ponderosa, Aurora Central, Centaurus, Grand Junction Central, Columbine, Eaglecrest, Gateway, George Washington, Greeley West, Heritage, Montbello, Ralston Valley and Rangeview Class 4A Each of the four regionals will qualify four wrestlers in each weight class for the state tournament.

Region 2 (at Thompson Valley) Thompson Valley, Pueblo South, Mesa Ridge, Arvada, Frederick, Longmont, Mountain View, Niwot, Northridge, Roosevelt, Silver Creek, Skyline and Valor Christian Region 3 (at Vista Peak)

Littleton, Greeley Central, Pueblo East, Glenwood Springs, Battle Mountain, Canon City, Durango, Lewis-Palmer, Montrose, Palisade, Sand Creek and Vista Peak Region 4 (at Discovery Canyon) Alameda, Golden, Wheat Ridge, Stanley Lake, Windsor, Discovery Canyon, Cheyenne Mountain, Air Academy, Conifer, Denver South, Evergreen, Kennedy and Thomas Jefferson Class 3A Skyview is in the Region 1 tournament at Eaton High School and Elizabeth in the Region 2 at Lamar High School.

Englewood and Faith Christian will be in the Region 3 meet at Platte Valley High School. Sheridan will compete in the Region 4 regional tournament in Montrose.

Camilla Emsbo (2) drives to the hoop to score two of her 15 points for Lakewood in the Feb. 3 league girls basketball game against Pomona.

Photo by Tom Munds

Going forward The win over Pomona, followed by a win over Bear Creek last week, increases Lakewood’s record to 16-3 overall and to 10-0 in league. The Tigers close out the regular season with a home game Feb. 10 against Dakota Ridge, a road game Feb. 17 at Arvada West and a home game Feb. 19 against Columbine.

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SPORTS ROUNDUP LAKEWOOD TIGERS GIRLS BASKETBALL Lakewood 80, Bear Creek 33 Lakewood took a commanding victory over conference opponent Bear Creek in a home game on Feb. 5.

Key performers: Senior Madeline Miller scored 16 points, and went two for two on free throws. Sophomore Sassy Coleman had seven offensive rebounds and two defensive.

Lakewood 76, Pomona 24 Lakewood soundly defeated conference opponent Pomona in a home game on Feb. 3.

Key performers: Sophomore Camilla Emsbo scored 15 points for the team. Sophomore Kira Emsbo went three for three on two-pointers. Senior Mckenna Bishop had 10 rebounds

BOYS BASKETBALL Lakewood 71, Bear Creek 34 Lakewood soundly defeated conference opponent Bear Creek in an away game on Feb. 5.

Lakewood 64, Pomona 53 Lakewood took the win over conference opponent Pomona in an away game on Feb. 3.

GIRLS SWIMMING 5A Jeffco League Championships Lakewood placed second in the conference 5A Jeffco League Championships on Feb. 6. The team placed fourth overall, at the 18-team nonconference competition on Feb. 5.

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GIRLS BASKETBALL Green Mountain 59, Arvada 8 Green Mountain thoroughly dominated conference opponent Arvada in a home game on Feb. 5.

Key performers: Seniors Hannah Hank scored 11 points for the team. Senior Baylor Thompson went three for three on free throws. Junior Hannah Heaton had four offensive rebounds and four defensive.

scored 19 points, went two for two on three-pointers and five for five on free throws. Junior Justin Booher went two for two on two-pointers and junior Dylan Jacob went two for two on free throws. Jacob also had four offensive rebounds and five defensive.

Green Mountain 66, Wheat Ridge 61 Green Mountain claimed a close victory over conference opponent Wheat Ridge in an away game on Feb. 3.

Green Mountain 62, Wheat Ridge 50 Green Mountain claimed victory over con- Key performers: Senior Austin Fritts scored 17 points, followed by ference opponent Wheat Ridge sophomore Alex Telles, who in a home game on Feb. 3. scored 16. Senior Max Desmond Key performers: Sophomore went two for two on free throws.

Brecon Antrillo scored 18 points Junior Dylan Jacob had seven for the team and went six for offensive rebounds, and eight six on free throws. Sophomore defensive.

Danielle Schell went two for two on two-pointers. Junior Corrina ArchulGIRLS SWIMMING eta had two offensive rebounds and five 4A Jeffco League Championships defensive.

Green Mountain placed eighth in the conference 4A Jeffco League Championships BOYS BASKETBALL on Feb. 6.

Green Mountain 65, Arvada 27 Green Mountain soundly defeated conference opponent Arvada in a home game on Feb. 5.

Key performers: Senior Austin Fritts

Jeffco League Meet Green Mountain placed fourteenth of 18 at the nonconference Jeffco League Meet on Feb. 5.

D’EVELYN JAGUARS GIRLS BASKETBALL D’Evelyn 63, Littleton 42 D’Evelyn took the win over conference opponent Littleton in an away game on Feb. 5.

Key performers: Senior Lexi Reed scored 23 points for the team. Seniors Kayla Walden and Kelsey Marvel both went two for two on free throws.

Senior Madison Berres had nine rebounds

opponent Littleton in a home game on Feb. 5.

Key performers: Senior Cameron Brown led with 19 points, and went three for three on free throws. Junior Josh Brinkerhoff had six rebounds.

BOYS BASKETBALL D’Evelyn 65, Littleton 39 D’Evelyn claimed victory over conference

Jeffco League Meet D’Evelyn placed eighth in the nonconference Jeffco League Meet on Feb. 5.

GIRLS SWIMMING 4A Jeffco League Championships D’Evelyn placed third in the conference 4A Jeffco League Championships on Feb. 6.

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Ralston Valley picked up its second individual title with Said winning the 200 individual medley with a time of 2:15.65, thus edging Arvada West’s Ella McShane, 2:17.99.

“I just want to thank all the help I’ve had from my high school and club coaches,” mentioned Said, who was also third in the 100 butterfly. “All the girls on our team did well in our meet and a key for me was all my teammates cheering for me. I’m really excited about going to state and I just want to do the best I can do for my team as well as give it all my best individually.”

Rounding out the trio of league champions for Ralston Valley was Isabelle Davenport, who won the 100 breaststroke with a time of 1:07.6, with a fine performance against runner-up Sydni Sich of Lakewood, who swam 1:12.48.

“I can’t believe I would be on top this time,” said Davenport. “I just wanted not to get a big head and I wanted to go hard and go for it. It’s just great and I want to have more success at state.”

Ralston Valley also had a pair of runner-up finishes in the 200 and 400 relays behind winner Chatfield. The Charger won the 200 free with a time of 1:42.0 and the 400 in 3:40.52. The Mustangs swam 1:45.89 in the 200 and 3:44.21 in the 400.

Brown was certainly pleased with the effort by her team.

“I think this certainly was a weekend in which we work so hard to be ready,” said Brown. “We had a lot of swimmers in the top eight and it was sweet the way they all worked. We just want to stay strong and work together and support each other. Now, it’s on to state.”

Pomona’s Zarena Brown was able to win a pair of titles for the Panthers in the 100 and 200 freestyles.

Teammate Lauren Sale also came through with a title, winning the 100 backstroke.

“I tried hard right from the start,” said Zarena, who won with a time of :52.86 over Chatfield’s Taylor Juran, 54.19 in the 100. “I’m so proud of our girls on the team and we’ve all tried hard all season. I just wanted to keep my stroke up and make the break for the win.”

Added Sale, who edged runner-up Grace Harris of Columbine, “This is really exciting. We’ve had some excellent competition to get us ready for state next week. I was in the top 15 last year, but I certainly hope to move up. The key is the hard work and keeping up the tempo. I just hope to be in the top heats in the finals at state.”

Now, it’s on to the state swim meet, Feb. 12-13, at the Edora Pool in Fort Collins.

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doing this season in the Continental League.

In seven league victories, the Falcons, top-ranked in the CHSAANow.com poll, have a winning margin of 40.4 points a game.

The closest call Highlands Ranch has encountered was a 46-37 win over ThunderRidge on Jan. 22, when the Grizzlies were ranked second.

Highlands Ranch is 19-1 with its only loss a 76-60 setback to Bellevue, Washington, on Dec. 19 in the Nike Tournament of Champions.

Bellevue guard Anna Wilson, sister of Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell, was the most valuable player for Bellevue in one of the top divisions of the Nike tourney; Bellevue is unbeaten and is Washington’s top-ranked team.

Gilbreath eyes Gophers’ starting spot Sophomore Lucas Gilbreath, a 6-foot-1, 208-pound lefthander, is vying to be one of the University of Minnesota’s starting pitchers as the Gophers open the college baseball season Feb. 19 in Arizona against the University of Utah.

Gilbreath, a graduate of Legacy, pitched 18 times in relief for the Gophers as a freshman. He compiled a 1-3 record with a 5.46 earned run average with 30 strikeouts and 18 walks in 28 innings.

He turned heads last summer pitching for the St. Cloud Rox in the Northwoods League. He went 5-1 with the league’s second-lowest ERA, 2.45. He fanned 53 batters in 44 innings.

Kudos to Continental League swim volunteers A couple weeks ago while attending a boys basketball game, there were no rosters available for fans and I was told to look online to get rosters.

It turned out to be a guessing game the rest of the contest trying to identify players.

So it was real nice to get heat sheets and results printed out and stapled together by the Heritage volunteers at the Feb. 6 Continental League Swimming Championships.

Jim Benton is a sports writer for Colorado Community Media. He has been covering sports in the Denver area since 1968. He can be reached at jbenton@coloradocommunitymedia.com or at 303-566-4083.

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February 11, 2016

Open-space closures help protect wildlife Regulations ‘are about helping people do the right thing’

By Christy Steadman csteadman@colorado communitymedia.com A hiker and her dog are walking along Rim Rock Trail in North Table Mountain Park. Along the way, the dog barks. She looks up to see an eagle fly overhead. A beautiful sight for the hiker, but little does she know that perhaps the eagle — spooked by the barking — fled its nest.

The hiker did not purposefully want to cause harm, but did so inadvertently, park officials say.

If the eggs haven’t yet hatched, the change in temperature from the mother abandoning her nest could be detrimental. If the baby eagles are left unattended, another raptor could prey on them.

That’s why open space stewards say seasonal park closures exist — to protect animals from human disturbances during sensitive times in their life cycles.

On Feb. 1, five Jeffco Open Space parks closed certain areas, including Rim Rock Trail, to protect the animals that live nearby.

The mission of Jeffco Open Space is to protect land and natural resources for future generations, said Randy Frank, Jeffco Open Space’s natural resource management supervisor.

“Seasonal closures are important as more people come to the Front Range and humans impact the habitat,” Frank said. Jeffco Open Space parks “are some of

the last large remaining places for wildlife to nest and calve.”

Most park visitors do respect the land, but may not know the best way to protect it, said Mary Ann Bonnell, visitor services supervisor at Jefferson County Open Space. “We’re here to fill that gap.”

Education goes a long way, Bonnell said.

“All the regulations are in place for something important,” she said. “Nobody wants an eagle’s nest to fail. The regulations are about helping people do the right thing to protect the land.”

Seasonal closures have occurred in the parks since the late 1980s or early 1990s, said Thea Rock, Jeffco Open Space spokeswoman.

They are not meant to be a nuisance for people, she said. They benefit people in the long run.

The landscaping itself is beautiful, and a wildlife sighting enriches the experience. The regulations “help protect the species that make the hikes more fun.”

It’s exciting to see people enjoying the parks, Bonnell said.

There is an open space park for everyone — from inner-city open space parks for those who want a leisurely stroll to parks that offer a challenging mountain bike experience.

And the animals are always the “superstars,” she said.

“Wildlife creates a buzz. There’s all this buzz when people see them, and there’s all this buzz when people don’t see them,” Bonnell said, referring to the many animals that live in Jeffco Open Space parks. “If we help protect the animals, then we’re being the land stewards we all want to be.”

BY THE NUMBERS 44,000

— acres of open space in Jeffco

230 — miles of trails managed

by Jeffco Open Space

583 — number of species

of native flora, such as flowers and trees, in Jeffco Open Space parks; one type of orchid is on the federal threatened and endangered list

28

— regional parks in the Jeffco Open Space system

185 — different species of

birds in Jeffco Open Space parks, including sparrows, woodpeckers, owls, eagles and hawks

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— kinds of mammals in Jeffco Open Space parks; animals include bears, deer, elk, big horn sheep, mountain lions, foxes, moose, coyotes, bobcats, skunks, raccoons, bats, rabbits and small rodents

14

— types of reptiles and amphibians in Jeffco Open Space parks

121 — number of different

kinds of butterflies and moths that can be spotted in Jeffco Open Space Parks

A red-tailed hawk perches in a tree at a Jeffco Open Space Park.

Seasonal closures of certain areas in five Jeffco Open Space Parks will help protect the hawk, and many other raptors and animals, that reside in Jeffco Open Space Parks during sensitive times in their life cycles. This year’s seasonal wildlife closures began on Feb. 1. Courtesy of Jefferson County Open Space

JEFFCO OPEN SPACE CLOSURES Feb. 1 through midJune: Elk Range Trail at Centennial Cone Park.

The closure is to protect elk during calving season.

Feb. 1-July 31: Two closures in Clear Creek Canyon Park to protect an active golden eagle nesting territory.

Near Mile Marker 270. The closed area includes the rock-climbing sites of Bumbling

Stock, Stumbling Block, Skinny Legs, Blonde Formation and Ghost crag; and the Fault Caves.

Near Tunnel 2. The closed area includes the rock-climbing sites of Highlander, Evil Area and Tetanus Garden.

Feb. 1-July 31: Rim Rock Trail at North Table Mountain Park. The closure is to protect active raptor nesting territory.

March 1-June 30: Crown Hill Park Wildlife Refuge.

The closure is to protect nesting and brooding waterfowl.

March 1-July 31: Cathedral Spires Park. The closure is to protect an active peregrine falcon nesting territory. Based on nesting behavior, Jeffco Open Space staff may open a portion of this property before July 31.