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WESTON

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WESTON

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WESTON

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Contents

Mayor’s Message

publisher's page

Legislative Look

28 Weston Will Have Much To Celebrate This Summer

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29 Making Florida a Family Friendly State

12 Happy Mother’s Day!

Real Estate

calendar

30 Weston Market Update: First Quarter Report of 2014

May 2014

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Inspiring Individual 34 Ultraman Proves True Test of Endurance

Can Do Kid 36 Teen’s Passion for Photography Sparks Enterprising New Business 38 Cypress Bay Senior Pursues Filmmaking Passion 42 Cypress Bay Senior Receives Disney Friends for Change Youth Grant 44 Weston Teen Finds Voice Through Poetry

feature story 40 TAG USA Gymnastics Continues to Celebrate and Innovate

Health and Wellness 45 Is Your Body in Need of a Detox?

74 It’s A Pain In The Neck!

78 Connections as a Measure of Success 84 Improve Your Vision While You Sleep With Ortho-K

community News 16 Learn What to Do Before a Storm Strikes at Disaster Preparedness Symposium 18 Bike Rodeo Brings Pedal Power to the Park

88 Mindful Eating for Weight Management

ask the expert

20 Weston University Wraps Up with Trip to Nation’s Capital

46 The Value of Fat in Cosmetic Surgery

21 Fiesta Night to Benefit Staples for Spring Harvest Drive

63 Laughing Until You Pee…Just Isn’t Funny Anymore

22 Jackie Rosen Selected for Senior Hall of Fame

66 Tips for Picking the Perfect Summer Camp

22 Hugs for HOPE 5K to Help Students Live Successful Lives

69 Dental Trauma

24 Weston WW II Veteran Receives Hero’s Welcome on Honor Flight

76 May is Mommy Makeover Month

26 Weston Hosts Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection

86 The Unstable Knee Joint -- ACL Tears

27 Dangers of Distracted Driving 32 Weston Coldwell Banker Office Earns Top Awards

School News 50 Genius Hour Inspires Gator Run Students 51 Gator Run First Graders Get Creative at Watchamacallit Workshop 52 Indian Trace Elementary Teachers Steal the Show 52 Eagle Point Second Graders Profess Their Love of Art 54 Cypress Bay Class of 2014 Draws Attention of College Admissions Directors 54 Cypress Bay DECA Team Prepares for International Competition 56 Peer Tutoring Program Creates Unique Bond Between Falcon Cove and Cypress Bay Students 58 Country Isles Elementary Fourth Graders Visit Historic St. Augustine

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61 Eagle Point Elementary Named Innovative Program School

Legally Speaking 64 New Federal Rules Help Homeowners Facing Foreclosure 70 Some Commonly Asked Questions

Positive Parenting 68 Teachers “Make” a Difference

pet of the Month 80 “Lucky”

Pet Care 82 Spring Clean Up

Home Decor 90 Cozy Bedroom

Rotary News 92 Rotary Horse Heroes Project Partners With Vets

Photo of the Month 94 The World’s Favorite Newspaper™

DINING OUT 96 I Love Tacos Celebrates Its 1 Year Anniversary

it’s their business 98 Turn Back the Hands of Time at Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center 100 Slender Fit U Makes Dieting Easy

business spotlight 102 Tempt Your Taste Buds at Mochika Peru Bistro 103 Broward Tutorial Services Makes the Grade 104 Pol Realty Opens Doors to Home Ownership 104 American Military Academy of Florida Is “Building a Better World…One Student at a Time” 106 Let the Experts at ADIP Electric Light Up Your World 106 Listen and Learn, Wine and Dine at All That Jazz

Snapshots from school 108,110,112 Class Acts!

Seen On Scene 114,115 Community Snapshots

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Let’s all take a little pause and honor our mothers, and the mothers of our children, for all they do. They work hard to care for us, look after us, and pamper us every single day. Let’s set aside one day and pamper them for a change!

May also signifies that summer is just around the corner. Before we know it, school will be done, the afterschool activities will be over, and the pressures of everyday life will be eased just a little. This is the time to relax and enjoy our time together…because August will be here in a blink of an eye.

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“Cats” – The Sagemont School Drama Club proudly presents Cats the Musical. Showtimes are at 4:30pm and 7pm at the Rose and Alfred Miniaci Performing Arts Center at Nova Southeastern University. Tickets are $15. For more information contact Elizabeth Garrard at egarrard@ sagemont.com.

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Wings for Life World Run – The largest simultaneous running event ever staged will run through Weston.

Portions of Indian Trace, Bonaventure Boulevard, Glades Parkway and State Road 84 in Weston will be closed from 4am to noon. BSO will be escorting runners along the route which leaves from the BB&T Center in Sunrise.

Runners from more than 30 countries on six continents will take part in this global fundraising effort to find a cure for spinal cord injury. To learn more visit www.wingsforlifeworldrun.com.

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Sagemont Spring Concert – The Sagemont School’s chorus, band and new rock band, Sagemont Synergy, will perform a free concert in the school’s Athletic Center. Showtime is at 6:30pm.

14th Weston Friends Club Bunko – This group meets on the 2nd Wednesday of the month from 9:30 a.m. to about noon at a member’s home. For more information about this activity call Bunko Chair Becky Hooker at (954) 557-3460.

Book Discussion – The Weston Branch Library will host a book club discussion at 6:30pm. This month’s book is Me Before You by Jojo Moyes.

Copies of the book are available at the Information Desk. For more information call (954) 357-5420.

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Sagemont Thespian Festival – Sagemont’s award-winning senior thespians present their annual One Act Festival. Tickets are $10, payable at the door. The program takes place at the school at 7pm. For more information contact Doris Quintero at dquintero@ sagemont.com.

French Café – The “Bonjour Weston” French Club meets from 9:30-11am.

Join them for French conversations (all levels). Laurence Pons and Sophie Spring will close this French Café season with a talk about the fragrant colorful Provence. Email BonjourWeston@gmail.com for more information and meeting location.

17th Free Yoga Day – Weston Yoga is offering free yoga classes with donations to benefit Women In Distress. Classes include Heated Yoga (9:15-10:45am), Hatha Yoga – all levels (11:30am – 12:30pm), and Gentle Yoga and Meditation (1:30-2:45pm).

Weston Yoga is located at 2600 Glades Circle, Suite 400. For more information call (954) 349-6868 or visit www. westonyoga.com.

Weston Art Guild Exhibit – Members of the Weston Art Guild will display over 40 pieces of original art work at Weston Hills Country Club from 1pm - 8:30pm. The free exhibit will feature work in various mediums. From 5:30pm – 8pm, Weston Hills Country Club will host a Food Truck event. Everyone is invited to this special evening of culture and unique dining.

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Disaster Preparedness Symposium – Get prepared before hurricane season starts. Learn about the current hurricane forecast, what can be expected during and after a disaster, and the City’s pre- and post-storm services. This program, hosted by Weston CERT and BSO Fire Rescue, takes place from 6-8pm at the Bonaventure Town Center, 16690 Saddle Club Road. For more information or to RSVP call 954-389-

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15th Weston Friends Club Outing – Join the Weston Friends Club for a trip to Costume World in Boca Raton to view the Broadway Collection. It is an exhibit of the finest costumes ever brought to the stage with over one million wardrobe pieces valued over $21 million. After the tour, members will enjoy a lunch at the museum’s Tavern on the Green. Please RSVP

by May 10th to Jacqueline Stewart, Vice President – Programs, at (954) 384-6389.

Hot Topics – Craig Weiner, president and founder of The Holocaust Learning and Education Fund, will discuss the work his organization does to educate students about the Holocaust. The program takes place at 7:30pm at the Bonaventure Town Center Club. Please RSVP to rothmla@yahoo.com.

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18th Hazardous Waste & Electronics Collection – Drop off your household hazardous waste and electronics items at the Weston Public Works Services Center, 2599 South Post Road, between 8am and 3pm. There is no fee for Broward County residents. This is the safe way to dispose of paint, pesticides, pool chemicals, tires, batteries, computers and televisions.

For more information contact the Weston Public Works Service Department at (954) 385-2600 or visit www.westonfl.org.

Experience Bliss – Attend a chakra balancing with aromatherapy and restorative yoga class from 4-6pm at Weston Yoga, 2600 Glades Circle, Suite 400. For more information call (954) 349-6868 or visit www.westonyoga.com.

28th Weston Friends Club Canasta – This group meets in a member’s home the fourth Wednesday of the month from 1-4pm to play Simply 5-Deck Canasta.

For more information on this or other Weston Friends Club activities contact President Claire Jargiello at (954) 384-2722.

June 14th BSO Shread-A-Thon & Operation Medicine Cabinet – From 9am to noon, Weston residents can shred away identity theft by safely disposing of their personal documents, check stubs, credit card offers, receipts and any other material that might contain sensitive data. The shredding service is free; five box maximum. At the same time, Operation Medicine Cabinet collects any unused, unwanted or expired medications for safe disposal.

Both events take place at the Weston Police Services Center, 17300 Royal Palm Boulevard. For more information, call (954) 389-2010 or visit www. westonfl.org.

Ongoing Cleveland Clinic Florida Arts & Medicine Program – The community is invited to listen to live music every Tuesday and Thursday at 1pm in the Clinic Lobby. Weston Philharmonic Society President Roger Lander plays the piano every Tuesday and on Thursdays Ira Gutzeit presents Suzuki Ensemble. For more information on the Arts & Medicine Program contact Amy Powers at (954) 659-6301.

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Learn What to Do Before a Storm Strikes at Disaster Preparedness Symposium

By Stacey Bomser

I

t ’ s been nine years since H urricane

Wilma hit Weston. We were fortunate; our community escaped the category 3 storm relatively unscathed aside from an extensive loss of landscaping, trees and property, including many collapsed pool enclosures and broken and missing roof tiles.

Many neighboring cities were not as lucky; homes and buildings were destroyed and residents were forced to live without power for weeks.

With the 2014 hurricane season set to start on June 1st, City leaders want Weston residents and business owners to be prepared. It is hosting a Disaster Preparedness Symposium on Wednesday, May7th from 6-8pm.

The program, which is presented by the City of Weston, the Broward Sheriff’s Office Department of Fire Rescue, and the Weston Community Emergency Response Team, will focus on what you need to know to keep your family, home and business safe should a storm or disaster hit our community. Guest speakers include Senior Hurricane Specialist Stacey Stewart from the NOAA – National Hurricane Center, Broward County Emergency Management Director Charles Lanza, and Weston City Manager John Flint.

According to Mr. Flint, the City’s annual Disaster Preparedness Symposium is an excellent opportunity for residents to hear first-hand how meteorologists, the state, the county and the City prepare for their respective responsibilities in managing a national disaster.

“By understanding the role of the meteorologists and each level of government

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in managing a natural disaster, from preparation, to the event, to the recovery and restoration, Weston’s residents will be able to better prepare themselves for all phases of a disaster and know the responsibilities and limitations of those who may assist them,” explains City Manager Flint. “No one agency can fulfill all of the needs of a community when coping with a disaster; by showing Weston’s residents the City works with many others to provide essential services before, during, and after a disaster, Weston’s residents may take comfort knowing that their City is well prepared to meet such challenges.”

Weston Fire Chief Harris Bouchillon adds, “The key to surviving any disaster is preparation. The Disaster Preparedness Symposium is an opportunity to learn not only about how our municipal and county governments prepare for and respond to disasters, but also what personal preparations residents should make that can mitigate the effects of a disaster.”

Residents and business owners will learn what to do to survive a storm or disaster, including what they should do now, before storm season starts, to prepare, including the essential items everyone should have in their emergency kit.

Attendees will also hear the current hurricane season forecasts from the experts at the National Hurricane Center.

The second annual Weston Disaster Preparedness Symposium takes place on May 7th from 6-8pm at the Bonaventure Town Center, 16690 Saddle Club Road. For inquiries or seating RSVPs, call Weston Fire Chief Harris Bouchillon at (954) 389-2015 or email Harris_Bouchillon@sheriff.org.

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Bike Rodeo Brings Pedal Power to the Park

By Stacey Bomser

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undreds of families pedaled over to Weston

Regional Park for the annual Family Fun Ride and Bike Rodeo.

The action-packed afternoon featured fun activities, important safety information and a spectacular BMX stunt show.

Children ages two to 12 buckled up their bike helmets before taking part in BSO’s Bike Rodeo. The clinic taught children the basics of bike safety and important roadway signage. The Teen Challenge provided older children with the opportunity to test their skills and agility.

The Family Fun Ride was the perfect opportunity for parents and children to enjoy a safe, fun recreational roadway riding experience.

A portion of South Post Road was closed to traffic, providing cyclists with a one-, two-, and up to three-mile option. Those who made it to any of the three distance stations were given wrist bands printed with bike safety messages as well as a reflective City of Weston bike bag.

The afternoon concluded with a heart-pounding performance by the Perfection on Wheels BMX Pro Trick Team. The professional riders showed off their skills with high-flying jumps, flips and other incredible stunts.

Weston’s annual Family Fun Ride and Bike Rodeo is held each March to coincide with Florida Bicycle Month. The event was presented by the City of Weston in partnership with the Broward Sheriff’s Office and Rotary Club of Weston.

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Weston University Wraps Up with Trip to Nation’s Capital

By Stacey Bomser

The White House was one of the stops on Weston University’s whirlwind tour of our nation’s capital. Photos courtesy City of Weston.

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whirlwind trip to Washington D.C.

was the culminating field trip for the Weston University Class of 2014.

As soon as their plane landed, the Weston U students, along with Mayor Daniel Stermer, City Commissioner Jim Norton, City Manager John Flint, Assistant City Manager Darrel Thomas, Director of Communications Denise Barrett, and Assistant Director of Communications Stephanie Brassie, boarded the bus to start their tour of the nation’s capital.

In less than eight hours the group visited The White House, The Capitol Building, World War II Memorial, Korean War Memorial, Vietnam Memorial, Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial and Washington Monument (from a distance as it is still closed for repairs). Prior to the trip, students were provided with key facts about each location and its significance in history.

The group was honored with a surprise meeting with Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on the steps of the Capitol.

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The group posed for a photo opp next to the Florida pillar at the World War II Memorial.

One of the highlights of the trip was meeting Congresswoman Debbie Wasserman Schultz on the steps of the Capitol Building. She took this unique opportunity to talk to Weston U students about her role in the House of Representatives.

“The Congresswoman, and Weston resident, explained how she got her start in politics,” shares Denise Barrett, communications director for the City of Weston and Weston U coordinator. “After graduating from the University of Florida, her first elected position was in the Florida House of Representatives.”

She was the youngest female legislator in the state’s history.

One of Congresswoman Wasserman Schultz’s aides led the group on a private tour of the Capitol Building. The students saw the House Chamber where the President delivers his State of the Union speech, as well as admired the beautiful Capitol rotunda.

Another highlight of the trip was when a group of students met two World War II veterans who were visiting the war memorials as part of the Honor Flight program. “Each of these men was delighted to speak with the students, seeming to light up being surrounded by youth who were interested in them and their country’s history,” notes Barrett.

She says opportunities such as this are one of the reasons Weston U visits Washington D.C. each year.

“From this trip, I want students to take away a greater respect for those who fought for our country and a clearer understanding of the Federal Legislative Branch of government,” says Barrett. “Through the Weston U curriculum, we show students that they can be a part of making a difference should they wish to pursue careers in public service.”

According to Annabel Campo, a junior at Western High School, “This unforgettable experience allowed me to enhance my appreciation for American government, and I look forward to some day working in such a beautiful city.”

Daniela Cediel, a Cypress Bay High School senior, was equally impressed by the grandeur of our nation’s capital. “The sights were breathtaking, the tours were enriching, and the group of people who went were truly amazing! Mrs. Barrett and her team went above and beyond in the planning and execution of this trip.”

Cypress Bay junior Scarlett Rocha also appreciated this field trip. “I had a great time experiencing

Several of the students had the opportunity to speak with World War II veterans who were touring the nation’s war monuments as part of the Honor Flight program.

and discovering all the great monuments and buildings that Washington D.C. withholds. Couldn’t have asked for a better day!”

Cypress Bay senior Camila Chediak seconded that thought. “Washington D.C. was a whirlwind experience and it’s actually quite remarkable the amount of fun and interesting things we got to see and learn about in just one day. The monuments were absolutely spectacular. I appreciate everything that Weston University has done.”

Weston University is a one-of-a-kind program providing a unique civic education to high school students. Over the course of the school year, students spend time interacting with city leaders and participating in hands-on activities while exploring the various departments and agencies that make up our local government.

“Through our curriculum we look at mainly local and state government, but also the legislative and financial impacts of the federal government, culminating with this trip to our nation’s capital,” explains Barrett. “Students are able to personally see where the legislation of our country takes place, as well as the monuments dedicated to and in honor of individuals and those who served in wars that shaped our nation.”

The Weston University students “graduate” this month. They will be formally recognized at a City Commission meeting.

The Weston University program is open to Weston residents attending Cypress Bay High School, The Sagemont School and Western High School, as well as homeschooled students. Students must be sophomores, juniors or seniors. Applications will be available at the beginning of the school year. For more information visit www. westonfl.org and click on Weston University under the Department of Communications’ programs.

Community News

Fiesta Night to Benefit Staples for Spring Harvest Drive

By Stacey BomseR

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unger is not just at the holidays . That ’ s the message

items for a disabled mother and her daughter who were living in a car in the parking lot at the Sawgrass Walmart.”

Harvest Drive leaders are trying to get across Herman says she gets calls like this every single to the community. It is currently collecting day. That is why Harvest Drive runs all year, not just at donations to help feed families in need during the the holidays. To help support its Spring Harvest Drive summer months when school is closed. effort, it is hosting its third annual Fiesta Night on Harvest Drive started over 20 years ago as a Wednesday, May 7th. small canned good drive at Country Isles Elementary.

“Fiesta Night is a fun night featuring a MexicanSince then, the annual Thanksgiving collection has themed buffet, cocktails, the fabulous DJ A-Herm and exploded into a countywide effort providing holiday boutique vendors,” notes Herman. “It’s just before meals and a week’s worth of groceries to over 2,000 Mother’s Day so this is the perfect opportunity to pick families. up something special for yourself or your mom.”

Staples for Spring is a secondary Harvest Drive While this event is for adults, Herman says children to help stock its shelves to supply our area’s neediest are still at the helm of all Harvest Drive collections. families with groceries to get them through the sumShe says the Student Government Association at mer months. The Harvest Drive is seeking non-perishCypress Bay High School has been collecting gently able items, especially proteins such as macaroni and used toys for the Harvest Drive Boutique, which coincheese, tuna fish, soup, canned pastas, and peanut cides with the Thanksgiving Harvest Drive. Recipient butter and jelly. families have the opportunity to “shop” for clothing, These items are always in need because Harvest toys, books, linens and other household items. “For Drive runs two year-round food pantries; at Western many families, this is their Christmas shopping,” says High School and Lauderdale Manors Resource Herman.

Center. Broward County Schools’ social workers have Harvest Drive Founder Renee Herman with Worker access to these food pantries to serve families in dire Bee Susan Gross at last year’s Fiesta Night. need.

Fiesta Night takes place on May 7th at 6:30pm at a private home.

“It is really heartbreaking the stories they tell us,” shares Harvest Drive Founder Harvest Drive is requesting a $36 donation to attend. For more information or to RSVP, call (954) 444-5548 Renee Herman. “One social worker told us she had six or seven families who or visit www.HarvestDriveFlorida.com. You can also call to arrange pick-up of non-perishable food items, became homeless just last week. Another was seeking food and personal care clothing, toys and books, as well as monetary donations.

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Jackie Rosen Selected for Senior Hall of Fame

By Stacey Bomser

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ome of the hardest working individuals in South Florida are

passion in life is to help those who unfortunately share the pain of losing a loved over the age of retirement. The Senior Hall of Fame recognizes those seniors one by suicide. I found that by helping others that I was able to again live a life with meaning and joy.” who dedicate their lives to volunteering to make Rosen says she has studied and attended every webinar our communities better. Weston’s Jackie Rosen, Executive and conference she could for the last 27 years so that she Director/CEO of the Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention, could help all of the people who contact the Florida Initiative is among the eleven distinguished honorees selected this for Suicide Prevention (FISP) by providing support and eduyear for membership in this elite group. cation to help them heal.

Rosen will be inducted into the 2014 Senior Hall of Fame The Florida Initiative for Suicide Prevention is committed at the 31st Annual Dr. Nan S. Hutchison Broward Senior Hall to the prevention of suicide by helping to alleviate those facof Fame Breakfast on May 16th in conjunction with Older tors in society contributing to feelings of alienation, desAmericans Month. She will join the 366 distinguished memperation, isolation, helplessness, and hopelessness through bers of the Broward Senior Hall of Fame. Her name will be education, support, advocacy, and research. FISP provides etched on the plaque that hangs in the lobby of the Broward a variety of successful prevention programs including County Government Building.

Solutions Unlimited Now (SUN) for seniors, law enforcement The Senior Hall of Fame honors elder excellence in the officers and the LGBT community and the Helping Overcome volunteer sector of Broward County. The program is open Problems Effectively (HOPE) Club in eleven middle and high to Broward County residents, age 60 and older, who have schools. FISP also offers programs for survivors of suicide dedicated more than five years volunteering their precious including support groups and the National Survivors of time. It is coordinated by the Aging and Disability Resource Suicide Day Conference.

Center of Broward County, a nonprofit that plans and moniRosen is not the first Weston resident to be inducted into tors senior services. the Senior Hall of Fame. In 2012, Rochelle Koenig was recog“This is a very special honor because it comes from an nized for her volunteer efforts including serving as a former organization that not only honors what I do, but the fact that president of the Arts Council of Greater Weston and founder at this point in my life, when I could choose to take things Jackie Rosen, Executive Director/ and past president of the Weston Philharmonic Society.

CEO of the Florida Initiative for Suicide easy, I have chosen to work 60 hours a week for no pay to Prevention, will be inducted into the honor the memory of my son, Mitchell,” states Rosen. “My Broward County Senior Hall of Fame.

Hugs for HOPE 5K to Help Students Live Successful Lives

By Stacey Bomser

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he first annual H ugs for HOPE 5K

once and we don’t want anybody else to have to suffer from anxiety and depression,” states Run/Walk takes place on Saturday, May Yordy. “HOPE Club is a place where we come to 17th at Markham Park. The event is a fundfigure out who we are, what we stand for, and raiser for the HOPE Clubs at Cypress Bay High how to be confident while making good choices.”

School and Imagine Middle School at Weston, The HOPE Club offers a variety of programalong with the other nine HOPE Clubs and other ming to address different issues and concerns FISP programs in Broward County. facing students. Yordy says they do “ice breakThe HOPE Club is a Florida Initiative for ers” at the beginning and end of each meetSuicide Prevention program. HOPE stands for ing to get everyone comfortable and relaxed.

Helping Overcome Problems Effectively. Its They’ve also done relaxation and visualization purpose is to educate, support, and develop exercises and even yoga to help students deal problem solving, coping and leadership skills with stress. in students, while fostering the prevention of “We often play ‘Pick a Problem.’ In this activity suicide, bullying, substance abuse, poor comwe divide into groups of three and each group munication and stress picks a folded piece of paper from a basket The HOPE Club at Cypress Bay High School with a random problem written on it,” explains just started this year. Founding President Sierah Yordy. “Then the small groups brainstorm ways Crisler says the extracurricular club “promotes to go about solving the problem or learning to Members of the HOPE Club at Imagine Middle School problem solving and stress management to at Weston engage in a bonding exercise. cope with it. After, everyone else chimes in with students who want to lead a more positive and feedback.” healthy life.”

According to Yordy and Sierah, the Hugs for HOPE 5K will generate funds to Although she is graduating this year, Sierah says she is optimistic the HOPE Club will continue to grow with more members and more programs. “We hope that allow HOPE Clubs to continue providing the invaluable service they do for students, as well as help other schools start HOPE Club chapters. the 2014-2015 school year will lead to collaborations with other clubs, such as the Gay Straight Alliance.”

The HOPE Club at Imagine Middle School is also in its first year. Founding The inaugural Hugs for HOPE 5K Run/Walk will take place at Markham Park on Saturday, May 17th President Yordy Zeledon says the school started the club for students who might from 7:30 to 9am. The pre-registration price is $20 per person, or $25 on the day of the event. To register, be having a hard time or dealing with a lot of stress. go to www.fisponline.org and click on “events.” For more information on HOPE Clubs call the Florida “We had a student at our school who attempted to commit suicide more than Initiative for Suicide Prevention at (954) 384-0344.

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Community News

Weston WW II Veteran Receives Hero’s Welcome on Honor Flight

By Stacey Bomser

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n May 31 st, H onor

Flight South Florida will fly 43 World War II veterans to Washington D.C. to view the memorial erected in their honor. Weston resident Frank Mazzarella was part of the region’s inaugural Honor Flight last October. Honor Flight is a volunteer, non-profit organization created solely to honor America’s World War II and terminally ill veterans for their sacrifices.

Mazzarella served in the U.S. Navy from 1943-1945 aboard the USS Rhodes as a Motor Machinist 3rd Class. He says seeing the World War II Memorial for the first time was an experiThanks to Honor Flight South Florida, Frank ence he will never forget. “At Mazzarella was able to visit the WW II Memorial. the memorial I became very emotional, to see all the detail in how it was built and see all of the plaques, and remembering the battles fought.”

Honor Flight volunteer Ashton Charles served as Frank’s guardian, accompanying him on the trip. She too was moved by the experience. “Seeing the memorial through his eyes will last with me forever. He was so incredibly impressed with the attention to detail and the thought behind the memorial. Frank told me on the way

to Washington that he always felt that the WW II vets were the forgotten veterans.”

The Honor Flight program was created to make sure that these veterans are not forgotten. Charles says its mission to send World War II veterans to the memorial is extremely time sensitive as most of the veterans are now in their 80’s and 90’s, with over 800 dying each day. “The World War II Memorial was built over 60 years after the war concluded, so many veterans have never seen their own memorial.”

The program also honors the veterans for their service. On the flight home, there is a “mail call.” The veterans are given letters thanking them for serving their country written by school children and people from all over the country.

Upon landing at the Ft. Lauderdale airport, the veterans receive a hero’s welcome. “Our reception at the airport was unbelievable,” shares Mazzarella.

“There were hundreds of people welcoming us home, clapping and waving flags.”

He says he was also humbled by the acknowledgement given to the veterans at Arlington National Cemetery. “We went to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and watched the changing of the guards,” notes Mazzarella. “We learned that the guards are not allowed to salute veterans, only the monument. But when the guard walked past us, he scuffed the heel of his shoe. We were told that symbolized a salute to the World War II veterans.”

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Weston Hosts Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection

By Stacey Bomser

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eston residents are doing their part to keep B roward County “green.” Our city is hosting its second household hazardous waste and electronics collection of the year on Sunday, May 18th.

Household hazardous waste (HHW) refers to used or leftover contents of consumer products that contain chemicals with one of the four characteristics: Toxic, Ignitable, Corrosive, or Reactive as defined by the Environmental Protection Agency.

These include common household items such as aerosol products, antifreeze, fertilizer, insecticide, paint, pool chemicals, wood stain and more, in addition to compact fluorescent bulbs, mercury thermometers, motor oil, and even tires.

Also accepted are electronics items including computers, printers, cell phones, chargers, DVD and VCR players, copiers, mice and more. The following items are not accepted: stereos, speakers, microwaves, small appliances, and alkaline batteries.

Weston’s Director of Public Works Karl Thompson, P.E., encourages residents to take advantage of this convenient opportunity to properly dispose of these environmentally dangerous items.

“The Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection event is a very convenient way of properly disposing of hazardous items,” states Thompson.

“The process is efficient and Public Works crews will unload household hazardous waste and electronics items from your car.

Photos courtesy City of Weston.

moves rather quickly. It is staged like a drive-thru; there is never a need to get out of your vehicle. All items and materials are unloaded by the HHW team.”

Thompson says he is pleased to see that many residents are environmentally conscious. Seven hundred and seventy five cusHazardous materials, such as motor oil, are sorted and disposed of properly. tomers visited the February collection, over 97% of which were Weston residents. That event collected 29,342 pounds of household hazardous waste and 32,107 pounds of electronics. According to Broward County Solid Waste and Recycling Services, 2,340 pounds of lead was removed from the waste stream due to the amount of items collected at the Weston HHW event.

Throughout the year Broward County hosts household hazardous waste and electronics recycling events in various cities. In addition, every Saturday Broward residents can bring items to one of the county’s permanent hazardous waste and electronics recycling locations in Davie, West Park or Pompano Beach. This service is free to all Broward County residents with proof of residency (photo ID with current address plus a utility bill with a matching address).

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We can now access and communicate information with the ease of pushing a button. Whether it involves sending or receiving emails, texting or scrolling through various social media, instant communication has become the norm, and the expectation.

While mobile technology has created many benefits, it has also created a new and very significant danger. Distracted driving is defined as any activity that may divert a person’s attention from driving.

Examples of distracted driving include adjusting a radio, talking on a cell phone, eating, using a navigation system and texting, among others. There are three main types of distraction: manual (taking your hands off of the steering wheel), visual (taking your eyes off of the roadway), and cognitive (taking your mind off of driving). Of the various types of distraction, texting poses the greatest concern and risk to safety because it involves all three types of distraction (manual, visual and cognitive).

Data compiled regarding distracted driving has identified the following: ▸▸ Impairments resulting from distracted driving are comparable to impairments resulting from being intoxicated! ▸▸ Since 2010, on average, over 3,000 people every year are killed in vehicle accidents as a result of distracted driving. Additionally, on average, almost 400,000 people are injured in vehicle accidents every year as a result of distracted driving. ▸▸ When driving 55mph, during the average time it takes to send or read a text message, that vehicle has traveled the length of a football field without the driver looking at the roadway. ▸▸ A driver is 23 times more likely to crash if they are texting while driving. ▸▸ Teenagers have the highest risk of being involved in a vehicle accident that results in injury or death as a result of distracted driving.

Every day, across our country, 11 families will be told that their son or daughter has died in a vehicle accident specifically as a result of distracted driving. As parents, it is incumbent upon us to educate our teenagers about the dangers of distracted driving. These dangers are real. The losses are devastatingly tragic.

There are numerous resources available to parents and teenagers that can help in learning about distracted driving. Distraction.gov is a website that offers parents and teenagers facts about distracted driving as well as ways to get involved.

Before your son or daughter gets behind the wheel of their vehicle, take the time to teach them about these dangers. Make a pledge as a family to distraction-free driving and commit to saving lives!

Fore more information on distracted driving prevention, please contact Weston Fire Chief Harris Bouchillon at (954) 389-2015 or at Harris_Bouchillon@Sheriff.Org.

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Once graduations are over school summer vacations begin.

Here locally, the YMCA, the Weston Tennis Center and various day cares, businesses and organizations offer summer camp programs. If you’re headed out of town we suggest you utilize the services of the Broward Sheriff’s Office HomeWatch Program. BSO will send personnel to drive by your residence and perform regular perimeter checks for signs of break-in or suspicious activity. Along with registering for HomeWatch it is recommended that you ask trusted neighbors to keep an eye on your house; suspend mail and newspaper delivery; and have lights on within the home, preferably on timers to turn them on and off at various times; also lock any door that enters the home from inside your garage. To register for HomeWatch, call BSO Weston at 954-389-2010 or go online to www.westonfl.org to download the form and fax or drop off to the District office.

For those living in the Bonaventure area of Weston, you may have noticed FPL installing concrete poles and removing wooden poles, mainly along Racquet Club Road. This is a $1 million hardening project underway, replacing 58 existing power poles and the transfer of the overhead utilities. By strengthening the feeder line, FPL is providing better reliability to critical infrastructure. Be assured that any damage to the swales or grounds will be restored as FPL moves through the project.

Two of our City’s most popular park gems, Peace Mound and Emerald Estates parks, are currently closed and in the process of substantial construction improvement projects. Peace Mound Park is anticipated to be reopened in June and Emerald Estates Park in late July, 2014. To view the progress occurring at each park, please visit our City website and click on the park progress links right on the homepage.

The City has many projects and programs underway. Last, but certainly not least, is our annual July 4th Hometown Parade which will be upon us before we know it. Our Parks & Recreation Department will be accepting parade applications so please check online at www.westonfl.org for further information and to download an entry form. Participation is FREE and includes civic groups, local businesses, school groups, bands, and local organizations. This is one of Weston’s biggest family events. This year’s parade theme is “America the Beautiful” with Grand Marshal Mr. Roy Rogers who was instrumental in the luxurious landscape that beautifies and defines Weston today. So plan now to join the fun and celebration of our nation’s independence, whether as an entry in the parade or watching along the parade route.

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in Jackson County, Missouri, received her Jury Duty Summons. She had a five-month-old child that she was breast feeding.

When she informed the Court that she did not have any alternatives, she was “ordered” to report to court and either arrange for child care or bring someone with her to the courthouse who could care for her child.

The woman reported for jury duty with son in tow.

She was charged with “willfully and contemptuously appearing for jury service with her child and no one to care for the child”. That Missouri mother is now fighting back against a contempt of court charge.

Missouri is one of 39 states where breast-feeding women are not exempt from jury duty. Florida also does not exempt nursing mothers from jury duty. I hope to change that.

This matter should not be left to the Courts’ discretion; it should be statute. In an effort to ensure Florida remains a family-friendly state, I am honored to have drafted legislation, HB 335, which exempts a breastfeeding woman from jury service if she so chooses.

Senator Geraldine Thompson (D-Orlando) in the Florida Senate has filed the companion bill, SB 556.

The goal of this bill is to allow a mother breastfeeding her child, upon request, to be excused from jury service for one year following the child’s birth.

As long as she continues to breastfeed the child, she may be excused for additional one-year periods following the initial excusal.

Senator Thompson and I contacted the National Organization for Women in Washington, D.C. and are pleased to announce that they fully support this bill. If passed into law, it will ensure this exemption from jury duty without the permission of the court.

As to the State of Missouri, lawmakers there have also drafted legislation to resolve this situation.

State Representative Richard Stark (D-Weston) represents House District 104 which includes all of Weston. You can reach Rep. Stark at Richard.stark@myfloridahouse.gov or by calling his legislative office at (954) 217-0287.

Proposed legislation will temporarily excuse breastfeeding mothers from serving jury duty.

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The housing market is extremely competitive from April through June. The most serious buyers are well aware of this and double their search efforts in early spring in order to beat the heavy competition. These buyers are ready, willing and able, and as you can see below, are carrying cash.

There are currently 280 single-family homes listed for sale. Twenty-eight of those listings are short sales and six are foreclosures. The highest priced home is a 15,000 square foot estate which is listed over $7.5 Million. This estate is seated on a four-acre, waterfront lot, built in 1981, and is complete with guest house. The median priced home for sale was $600,000 while the median priced home sold was $437,000.

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Our inventory has been so low that the 37.2% increase reflects 5.5 months of inventory. This is still indicative of a Seller’s market. A balanced market is 9 to 12 months.

Of the 140 closed sales for this first quarter, 39 buyers paid cash!

What about the luxury market?

Of the 140 homes sold in Weston in 2014, five were priced over $1 Million. There are currently 56 homes active on the market priced over $1 Million.

According to Realtor.org: NAR reports that Chinese buyers (including those from mainland China, as well as Hong Kong and Taiwan) were second only to Canadians when it came to international clients purchasing U.S. homes last year. The 2013 NAR survey reports 12 percent of all U.S. real estate transactions made by foreign citizens last year involved Chinese citizens, up from just five percent in 2007. . . .

The median price of real estate purchases made by Chinese buyers was $425,000. Also, nearly 70 percent of those transactions were all-cash purchases.

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In addition, two sales teams at Coldwell Banker Weston were named Top Sales Associates in South Florida for 2013. The Perlini Team and the Rose and Dean Sklar Team were among the seven sales associates and teams named to the prestigious Legends Society, which honors Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate’s top producers.

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Ultraman. He recently completed his first It was very painful to run. It’s at moments like these that Ultraman, an extreme endurance triathlon that includes you have to dig deep within yourself to keep going.” a 6.2 mile swim, 263 mile bike ride and 52.4 mile run Paixao credits his crew for helping him finish the (double marathon) over three days. Paixao finished 13th race by providing moral support, pacing, supplies and overall, and third in his age group, at the Inaugural nutrition. He says without them he would not have made Ultraman Florida. it through.

In the 30 years of Ultraman races, there have been “Contrary to all other triathlons, the Ultraman is a only about 650 finishers. “That’s ten times less than the team sport. The importance of the support crew cannot number of Mount Everest climbers, which is a testament be overstated,” explains Paixao. “Due to the technical to Ultraman’s difficulty,” states Paixao. challenges, security and distances traveled each athThe road to the Ultraman was not a simple, straight lete must bring an individual support crew that takes path for Paixao. In fact, he never thought he would care of the athlete’s nutrition, safety, first aid, navigaever complete an endurance event such as this. He still tion, moral support and a slew of other essential tasks. remembers his first workout. “It started as a slow run, There are no aid stations at Ultraman, what you bring is then a jog, and not long thereafter a slow walk around all you have.”

Town Center. I was in pain, out of breath and feeling Ironically, in the brotherhood of Ultraman the really out of shape, but something felt good. I felt I had other racers are not your competition. On this journey, achieved an important milestone,” shares Paixao. “To everyone looks out for each other. Paixao cites a time this day I still say that the hardest distance is the one when one of the other crews offered him water when between the couch and the front door. Once you get out, his crew was nowhere to be found. “A simple gesture anything is possible.” for sure, but in the isolation of the road, the eerie fog A year later, Paixao had run several half-marathons and the rain, one that was and set his sights on a full marathon. “Somewhere Left: Pedro Paixao deeply touching. Not only along the line, a friend invited me to do a sprint tricelebrates crossing the Ultraman Florida finish line for a body that needed athlon (750 yard swim, 12 mile bike ride and 3.1 mile with his daughter Rita. water, but also for a mind run) and I took a chance,” he that craved human contact. states. “I did not have a road bike This is the Ultraman – a so I raced with my $70 Walmart crew that should be there mountain bike. I was hooked and to support your competitors, haven’t stopped since.” to make sure they best you, Chances are you’ve seen but selflessly cares and Paixao training around town. His cheers for you just as hard, workouts can be up to eight hours and just as passionately.” on weekends and at least a few Paixao says it’s no hours a day during the week. He coincidence that the crews says Weston is a great place to take care of each other, train. “We have good weather for Ultraman is a famyear round, it’s secure, the roads ily. According to Paixao, are pristine and we have bike when you cross the finish lanes everywhere.”

Pedro Paixao strains to climb one of the hundreds of hills on Pedro Paixao with members of his line at an Ironman, they Paixao is not the only triathlete the Central Florida course. Photos courtesy of Rick Kent. support crew Cesar Navarrete (left), Nuno Mantinhas, and Tito Avila. say “so and so, you are an to train in Weston. “Thriathletes Ironman.” So, throughout are among the hundreds of the grueling race, his mantra was “Pedro, you are an Ultraman.” cyclists and runners we see out on our roads every day,” he states. “If you look “This thought kept me going through some hard moments. I kept pushing. I closer you’ll start noticing some crazy bikes with weird handlebars, called aerowanted to hear those words. But when I got there, no one told me I was an bars, race shirts, and runners in bike shorts. These are some of the common tells Ultraman. Instead, they said something totally unexpected, that I’ll never forget, of a triathlete.”

‘Welcome to the family’ and in that moment that’s what it really felt like – a family,” Despite his rigorous training schedule, Paixao says he was unprepared for explains Paixao. “We had gone through some very hard times and we came out the terrain of the Ultraman Florida course in Orlando. He found the hills most the other end united in this incredible effort.” challenging. He says going into the race he wasn’t that concerned about the hills, He says finishing the Ultraman Florida was an incredible accomplishment. He despite the warning from the race director, because the biggest climb was around says he will forever cherish the memory of crossing the finish line with his daugh300 vertical feet. ter, Rita, at his side.

“I thought nothing of it. The problem was that there were hundreds of them.

“Extreme endurance is hard. Overcoming and achievement take time, dedicaClose to 90 miles of these rolling hills on the bike, after we had already cycled for tion, long-term thinking and goal setting. There are no quick rewards or shortcuts.

80 miles or so. We ended up climbing 6400 vertical feet in Florida!” notes Paixao.

You need to do the work, you need to believe in yourself, and you need to be both “The hills started almost immediately on the run, and we kept going up and down mentally and physically strong. These are values I would like to inspire in my for over 52 miles. It was really hard.” daughter.”

Paixao says the weather was equally taxing. “Around noon on the last day, the run day, it got up to 94 degrees in the middle of the orange groves. The heat, the dirt roads, and lack of shade were more like a desert crossing than tropical Ultraman competitions are by invitation only. Athletes must have a strong endurance background to show Florida. I had to run with ice bags under my hat, shirt and in my shorts to keep the they have enough experience to safely attempt the distances entailed. Athletes much also have completed at temperature down.” least one “Iron” distance triathlon (140.6 miles or longer) in the 18 months leading up to the Ultraman race.

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Another unique niche served by the company is photographing local charity events. “By hiring Teenography, I feel like the community is supporting a teenager’s aspirations and growth, so I believe that it is important to give back in return for the community’s support,” shares Katelyn. “As Teenographers we realize how privileged we are to be able to pursue our photography passion, and we have all been raised to appreciate the importance of community service.”

Teenographer Jack Davidson, also of Weston, is spearheading the effort to expand the company’s community service work. He has been contacting charities offering Teenography’s services to photograph 5K’s, galas, and other programs.

To date, Teenography has photographed events for I Care, I Cure, Debbie’s Dream, the Broward County Autism Society, and Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies.

Babette Kosar, Executive Director of the I Care I Cure Childhood Cancer Foundation says it was a pleasure working with Katelyn and the Teenography team. “Through volunteerism, Teenography provided us with beautiful photos that captured the essence of our I Care I Cure...I Run event. We discussed the event, our Family Fun Day, a 5K Race and Mile Run of Color Fun, and what we were looking to capture. They handled the event with the utmost in professionalism and produced photos full of life, emotion, color and action.”

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school elective she had no idea how much that class would change her life. The University School sophomore is now owner of Teenography, a unique photography business that provides customers with affordably priced, professional-quality photos.

Katelyn says the idea came to her after people kept asking her to photograph their parties and events. “I worked many events but had to refuse some opportunities due to time limitations from schoolwork and other extra-curricular activities,” she explains.

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Beach Student Showcase for the short film The List, her One of Daniela’s latest projects, Reverie, won the short film Dead End was Official Selection at the 2013 coveted Audience Award at the 2014 Student Showcase Sidewalk Film Festival, the short film My Robot & I was of Films. It is the largest statewide film competition for in the Top 10 at the 2014 Palm Beach Student Showcase students enrolled in high school and college film and and won first place in the Student Television Network television programs.

2013 Film Challenge, and the list goes on and on. She “The top ten high school feature/shorts, as scored by has also earned first place finishes in the Skills USA the judges, were eligible for the online voting portion of Digital Cinema Category at the regional and state level. the Student Showcase of Films,” explains Deputy Film Daniela plans to study filmmaking next year in colCommissioner Michelle Hillery. “After a record numlege. “Filmmaking is my purpose and I don’t see myself ber of more than 2,000 votes, Daniela Arguello’s film doing anything else. It’s the way I see the world, and Reverie took home the prize.” exchange my thoughts and ideas.”

Daniela says she was honored to receive the She also plans to continue making movies with Audience Award, along with its $500 prize. She believes her production company. She founded Twenty-Four Reverie resonated so well with so many people because Daniela Arguello proudly holds her awards from the 2014 Student Showcase of Films presented by the Palm Productions in 2012 with Eric Vera (cinematographer), of its message. “It’s the story of Alec Matthew (starring Beach International Film Festival in collaboration with the Palm Beach County Film & Television Commission.

Estefania Aguirre (co-producer/editor), and Agustina Santiago Triana), who is trying to forget the loss of his Biasutto (actress). girlfriend by undergoing a trance. Everyone has a different experience when watching the film, and I think one of the strongest messages that we were trying to convey was the importance of letting go of the past,” You can view Daniela Arguello’s films at https://vimeo.com/user16661300 and at www.24-films.com. You explains Daniela. can follow Twenty-Four Productions on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/TWENTY-FOURShe also won first place in the commercial/PSA competition for Disconnected, PRODUCTIONS/159767227513839 and Twitter: @24productions1. which was inspired by her sister’s obsession with her iPad. “It’s about technology

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TAG USA Gymnastics Continues to Celebrate and Innovate

By Stacey Bomser

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AG USA Gymnastics owners Michael and Marissa Zoldan are celebrating a milestone this year – their fifth anniversary as gym owners. They are also celebrating the continued success of their gymnastics program. With Michael’s business acumen and Marissa’s training as an Elite gymnast, the couple totally reinvented TAG USA Gymnastics. Through their expertise and passion, the powerhouse gym has produced State and National Champions and continues to grow and expand. They share the secrets of their success and what’s in store for the future of TAG USA Gymnastics.

It’s hard to believe it’s been five years since you bought TAG USA Gymnastics. What have you accomplished in this time? Marissa: We have

used our progressive training system to develop USAG State, Regional and National Champions like no other gym. Before we bought TAG, our children were in a stagnant local gym and we were determined to build our gym very differently. We definitely are different! Here at TAG USA, all classes have lesson plans, our coaches are mature and active, and the 38,000 square-foot, stateof-the-art facility is amazing. Once a parent tours this facility and meets our staff, they see the difference between TAG USA and other gyms that are out there.

Your summer camp program has always been popular. Why do you think so many children want to spend their summer at TAG USA Gymnastics? Michael: Our

sports camp is unique and different. It’s all action with no movie time and no sitting. The boys’ groups play indoor basketball, soccer and lots of trampoline and flipping. Our girls’ groups concentrate on gymnastics and a lot of tumbling. The campers also love meeting the famous sports figures that visit our camp.

Last summer we welcomed Olympic Gold Medalist Aly Raisman.

TAG USA Gymnastics has always been on the cutting edge. What new and exciting programs do you offer? Marissa: International

Coach Dennitza Bengtsson has begun classes and a competitive team for Rhythmic Gymnastics. There are a couple of rhythmic gyms in East Fort Lauderdale and Miami, but none in this area. We love the balance of dance and gymnastics and look forward to creating another winning program for rhythmic gymnasts.

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You already provide camp on school days off and breaks, have you thought of offering an after-care program? Michael: We are ready to

begin afterschool pick-up in Weston and Cooper City for the new school year. At TAG USA, we have clean vans, properly licensed and insured drivers, and a safe and separate aftercare study room and multi-purpose gym.

With over 50 families on our wait list, I know that parents are impressed and eager to have their children in our aftercare program.

Your Boys Team has had some amazing accomplishments at competitions lately. What are some of their successes? Marissa: TAG

USA’s Boys Team is by far the most complete and best in this area. There are over 40 team athletes with three full coaches, and we are the only gym with all of the regulation equipment. I wouldn’t understand why anyone would want to train anywhere else.

Twenty-nine TAG USA athletes competed at the USAG State Championships with seven TAG USA athletes finishing as 1st Place Champions.

Overall, we had eleven 1st Place event champs, 23 2nd place and 23 3rd place winners as well as Qualifier to Nationals. It’s a great team with great coaches.

Your Girls Team has also seen much success, including back-to-back Florida State Championships and a National Champion.

What are you planning to expand on this success? Michael: When we first

bought the gym, we excused the older Optional girls because of poor training habits. Now, five years later, the girls that have trained through our progressive system are now young Optional gymnasts. Along the way, they have won multiple individual and team state championships and have become part of an exciting new Optional program. For upper level and passionate gymnasts, we are starting the Two-a-Day/Virtual Home School program this summer. This program will create earlier and twice-a-day training sessions for fast-track gymnasts who are targeting national competitions and real college scholarships. It’s a very exciting time at TAG USA!

TAG USA Gymnastics is located at 1951 North Commerce Parkway in Weston. TAG USA offers recreational gymnastics classes for children from ages 12 months and up. Classes are offered in ten-week sessions. TAG USA has championship competitive girls and boys gymnastics teams, cheer team, and a trampoline and tumbling team. For more information or registration for classes, birthday parties, summer camp, please call (954) 384-9393 or visit www.TagGymnastics.com.

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Cypress Bay Senior Receives Disney Friends for Change Youth Grant

By Stacey Bomser

Gianna de Lannoy (bottom) with Estefania Aguirre, Royi Lynn, and Tess Avedon eagerly await the arrival of campers for Cypress Bay TV’s Camp Cypress.

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ianna de L annoy has been awarded a

$500 Disney Friends for Change Youth Grant through Youth Services America. The Cypress Bay High School senior sought the grant money to help fund Camp Cypress, a massive community service event managed by Cypress Bay TV. Gianna helped form the first Camp Cypress four years ago. The following year she was co-chair and the past two years she has chaired the event which brings underprivileged students from Fort Lauderdale to Cypress Bay for a day of fun that they otherwise would not receive.

“These students are recommended by their principals as the highest achieving students at their schools. All live under the poverty line; some in foster homes, some in homeless shelters,” explains Gianna. “At Camp Cypress they rotate through five different stations throughout the day: cooking, crafts, CBTV studio, sports, and carnival.”

Gianna says she has two specific goals for the program: to provide these children with an experience unlike any they have ever had and to keep these kids on the right track. “Through conversations with their principals I know of countless occasions of kids that are straight A students but fall into an inevitable pit of bad habits because of their situation. I encourage our counselors to keep in touch with their campers and encourage them to continue on the path to success. We have counselors from the first Camp Cypress four years ago that are still in contact with their campers. They’ve become lifelong mentors.”

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Putting on this program, which served 250 students this year, is no easy task. Gianna says Camp Cypress requires 115 counselors and a budget of $6000. Despite the Cypress Bay TV team’s best fundraising efforts, which involved soliciting donations, creating countless commercials and videos in exchange for donations, and holding several very long car washes, money was still short. Gianna applied for over 35 grants, including the Disney Friends for Change Grant.

She happened to have been in her TV production class when she learned she received that grant. “I was checking emails. When I read the subject line of the third email down ‘Disney Friends For Change Grant Approved,’ I screamed of excitement so loud that our executive producer rushed over to ask if I was okay,” shares Gianna, who then immediately called her advisor. “With tears in my eyes, I told him we had got the grant. It was an indescribable feeling of accomplishment.”

According to Steven A. Culbertson, president and CEO of Youth Service America, “Gianna is a true Friend for Change. She is leading an amazing project to educate under privileged children in South Florida. We are so proud of her great work and how it will help the community.”

Camp Cypress is just one of many ways Gianna serves the community. She is actively involved in Hands On Broward, the Humane Society, LifeNet4Families, and the Boys & Girls Clubs.

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Weston Teen Finds Voice Through Poetry

By Stacey Bomser

Sharon Hammer (fourth on left) and other Top 10 Champions at Florida’s Poetry Out Loud State Finals.

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haron Hammer is one of the Top 10 Champions for Florida in

Poetry Out Loud, a recitation competition presented by the National Endowment for the Arts and Poetry Foundation to expose students to great poets and poetry as an art form.

Sharon says poetry as a medium has appealed to her for as long as she can remember. “The expression of emotion through poetry has fascinated me,” she explains. “Poetry is really the ultimate test of empathy. If you’re reading a poem, no matter how old, the idea and emotions are still tangible. The poet’s emotions become yours; nevertheless, interpretations that weren’t initially thought of can be derived to reflect on ourselves.”

Although a fan of many poets and poems, Sharon says her favorites are “When Love Arrives” by Sarah Kay and Phil Kaye and “Ode to a Nightingale” by John

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Keats. “The latter is one I have known for years now. Keats’ command of language through description and the solemn content is enthralling to me,” she explains. “‘When Love Arrives’ is a really contemporary way of personifying ideal love as it changes and develops with our personalities.”

Hammer recited another poem by Keats, “When I Have Fears I May Cease To Be,” in the final round of the Poetry Out Loud State Finals. She was competing against 50 other students from schools throughout the Florida. “It was an incredibly enriching experience, I had the chance to share my love for poetry and discuss the various themes with likeminded students from around the state.”

Contestants presented three poems of their choice which they had analyzed and memorized. A panel of experts scored each poem in six areas: voice and articulation, evidence of understanding, level of difficulty, dramatic appropriateness, physical presence, and overall performance.

Sharon is no stranger to the stage. She has performed with the Fort Lauderdale Children’s Theater as well as her school’s drama and theater program. The North Broward Preparatory School sophomore also stars as Ginny McArthur in Clarissa’s World, a SAG production, which has been picked up by DISH Network for one of its on-demand channels.

Sharon is also an aspiring musician. She is a bassist and songwriter for two bands. “We play local clubs and events whenever possible and I am taking online courses at Berklee to continue developing as a musician.”

Aside from the arts, Sharon is also interested in aerospace and engineering.

She was awarded college credit for completing the Advanced Space Camp in Huntsville, Alabama. “This summer, I have been invited to participate in their selective 13-day Intensive Extended Program at Marshall Space Flight Center.”

Between her passion for poetry and performing and her interest in engineering, Sharon is definitely not afraid to reach for the stars.

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Is Your Body in Need of a Detox?

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fication, representing a range of ways to rid waste and toxic substances from the body. Signs that your body might be in need of detoxification are: Digestion, Elimination Problems, Elevated Cholesterol, Overweight/Underweight, Allergies, Skin Disorders, Fatigue, Anger, Depression, Irritability, Dark Circles Under the Eyes, Blood Sugar and Hormonal Imbalances, PMS, Asthma, Frequent Flus, Colds, Sinus Infection, Muscle and Joint Pain, Fibromyalgia, Insomnia and Chemical Sensitivities.

If you can identify with any of these signs listed, your impaired health may be due to inadequate clearance of toxins. Sometimes we don’t pay attention to our health until it begins to fail and often we don’t recognize the combined burden our environment, diet, lifestyle and metabolic processes place upon our bodies each and every day.

Did you know that during our lifetime, we will consume between 30 and 50 tons of food? Our GI system is responsible for breaking down these foods, digesting and absorbing those components which are potentially useful, and eliminating the rest. Our liver works to remove these toxins from our food, as well as toxins produced in our bodies. Periodically, it is important to restore the body’s ability to cleanse itself and eliminate toxins.

What are toxins and where do they come from?

A toxin is defined as any substance that causes harmful effects to our body.

Sometimes our toxin levels are in excess of our body’s capacity to remove them.

As a result, they build up and are stored until they are removed.

We are all aware of environmental toxins, but might not be as familiar with lifestyle and internal toxins. Today, we use more prescription drugs, eat more sugar and highly processed foods. We also turn to addictive substances, such as caffeine, alcohol, and tobacco to help us deal with the daily stresses of life. Not enough sleep and exercise also pay a critical role in relieving stress and eliminating harmful toxins from our bodies. Metabolic reactions, intestinal microbes, and emotional toxins are also produced within our body. These internal toxins are bacterial, yeast, fungal overgrowth, by-products of metabolic reactions, such as carbon dioxide, ammonia, hormones, undigested food, stress, unresolved trauma or abuse, and unhappy relationships.

A proper detoxification program will help restore healthy digestive system function by removal of harmful toxins and enhance nutrient absorption which can help you feel better and energized. A good detoxification program should assist the liver in changing harmful fat-soluble toxins into a water-soluble form, so they can be easily eliminated from the system through the kidneys or colon.

Why should you detoxify?

It will help you feel better, unmask GI and other health problems, and maintain good health. It will restore the way your liver detoxifies and how your digestive system operates. This in turn will help your body to regain proper digestion, elimination, and absorption of nutrients needed for optimal health.

Call us today and schedule your free consultation at 954-384-8989. Dr. Jean-Claude Nerette is Board Certified in Internal Medicine and Stephanie Muniz Nerette is Board Certified as a Family Nurse Practitioner. They both specialize in Functional Medicine and Bio-Identical Hormone Pellet Therapy.

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The Value of Fat in Cosmetic Surgery

By Charles A. Messa, III, M.D., F.A.C.S.

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he future of plastic surgery lies in stem cell

science and optimization of fat grafting for soft tissue augmentation. For years, patients focused on eliminating fat. Today, fat (or adipose) cells are utilized for restoration of soft tissue volume loss that occurs with aging.

Recent advancements in stem cell isolation have led to the application of stem cell enriched fat grafts. A fat transfer involves harvesting a patient’s own fat cells through a lipoaspiration procedure, then separating the fat cells from the accompanying serum into a pure fat cell graft for transfer to the face, body, or breasts to restore soft tissue volume.

Research has shown that when fat cells are enriched with stem cells to form culture expanded adipose desired stem cells (ASC), there is a higher quantity and quality of newly formed adipose and connective tissue. With this technique, the amount of fat which survives after a lipofilling procedure improves to 80 – 90% with more predictable and long lasting results. Fat cells survive in the range of 50 – 75% with present techniques requiring over correction of the soft tissue defect to ensure proper enhancement.

The term “stem cell,” when used in advertisements for facelifts and hair transplants, is not applicable because stem cells haven’t been isolated clinically for these procedures. Using the term “stem cell facelifts” is an attempt by the advertiser to mislead patients into thinking they are receiving a new cutting edge procedure.

Scientifically, fat cells do contain immature stem cells as well as platelet rich plasma, which have a higher portion of stem cells than plasma alone.

When fat is injected into the face, theoretically a small concentration of stem cells may be present in the newly grafted fat. For buttock enhancement, autologous fat transfer procedure has become the procedure of choice to improve size, shape, and lifting of the buttocks.

In recent years, fat grafts have been used in breast reconstruction procedures, both for post-mastectomy reconstruction and post breast augmentation contour irregularities. Autologous fat grafting procedures are being utilized for primary breast augmentation more often for women who desire a small increase in breast size and fullness. The technique is still being studied to determine its long-term effects, including issues with mammography and subsequent breast cancer detection.

The techniques for maximizing results in fat transfer have evolved over the past several years. With ongoing research and clinical application, fat will be used universally for soft tissue augmentation and become the gold standard for such procedures.

Dr. Messa is board certified by both the American Board of Plastic Surgery and the American Board of Surgery, an active member of the American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He is a recognized expert in cosmetic plastic surgery and has achieved Allergan’s Black Diamond Award as one of the top 1% of plastic surgery practices in the country by volume. Dr. Messa has also achieved Chairman status with Medicis and Mentor Corporation. This award honors distinguished leaders in cosmetic surgery for demonstrating expertise and excellence through a high volume of aesthetic product procedures. The certification is awarded to leaders in the field of medical aesthetics and demonstrates their commitment to innovation, excellence, and the highest level of patient care. To schedule your consultation with Dr. Messa, call 954-659-7760.

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Genius Hour Inspires Gator Run Students

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of taste buds.

Classmate Alex Daniels also engaged his with an extra hour to pursue your passion. peers in his project. “Seeing my classmates Students in Lynn Mitchel’s fourth grade play my new sport of Hocker, a combination gifted class at Gator Run Elementary have of hockey and soccer, at recess is so exciting. invented a new sport, created an anti-bullying The whole time I am thinking, ‘I invented that!’” app, and investigated the origins of black Sophia Rivera had a more personal conholes. All of this was accomplished during nection with her project. “I have three cousins Genius Hour. in the military and I was thinking of ways to “Based on Google’s 20 percent time, where make their daily lives better. Genius Hour the company gave employees 20 percent of gave me the time and the opportunity to create their paid time to develop projects on their sleepwear to help them out.” own, Genius Hour is a cutting edge educaShe was not the only student to come up tional movement that is designed to allow with a pragmatic solution to an everyday probstudents to explore their passions, thoroughly lem. Max Loyello designed a batting glove that examine subjects that interest them, and give works to keep the baseball player cool in hot them the opportunity to reap the rewards of weather. learning for learning’s own sake,” explains Principal Peters participates in a taste test experiment Mrs. Mitchel says her students love Genius Mrs. Mitchel. “By design, Genius Hour breaks as part of one student’s Genius Hour project.

Hour. “Before my first round of Genius Hour the mold of rubrics, answer sheets and gradhad ended, students were already planning their next passion project.” ing scales, and instead focuses on creative exploration, in-depth examination, The project has also been embraced by her colleagues and school administraand perseverance.” tion. Ms. Izquierdo’s fourth grade gifted class is also doing Genius Hour and it’s in According to Mrs. Mitchel, during Genius Hour students are expected to the planning stage in ten other classes. explore something new that they do not already know. Then they are to create a “Our principal, Mr. Peters, is spearheading an effort to create a Genius Hour final product and presentation to share what they’ve learned.

Lounge in a classroom in our school next year,” notes Mrs. Mitchel. “His plan is to Andrew Grub wanted to know how taste buds work. He recruited his sister to create a creative, inspiring room, complete with flexible, innovative seating and help him film part of his project. He also enlisted the help of his classmates, and the technology to allow students freedom to explore.” even Principal Peters, to take part in in-class taste tests to explain the mechanics magine what you could accomplish

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Gator Run First Graders Get Creative at Watchamacallit Workshop

By Stacey Bomser

Left: Isabel Tula’s Brush It All machine makes it simple to brush and style your own hair.

Right: Mathias Hernandez is excited to explain how his Lego Sorter works.

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e’ ve all heard the expression , “Necessity is the mother of invention.” First graders at Gator Run Elementary School showcased their creative concepts at the school’s first Watchamacallit Workshop.

“Our first grade team leader, Corinne Genovese, brought the idea to our team meeting as a way we could expand on our Inventor’s Unit,” explains Shannon Perry-Martinez, first grade/kindergarten teacher.

During this unit, students learn about important inventors and their inventions. They also learn that inventions solve a problem.

As the culminating activity to the Inventor’s Unit, first graders were given the task of using ordinary household items to create a model of an invention. “The purpose of the project was to foster creative thinking and problem solving,” explains Mrs. Martinez. “The invention had to solve a problem.”

Isabel Tula says the inspiration for her Brush It All came from her mother who “always goes to my grandma’s house to do her hair.”

Classmate Andres Montejo was also motivated to invent something to make his mother’s life easier. His invention was a remote control car vacuum.

Tyler Fortson was more concerned with helping the planet. His invention was a solar panel airplane.

Each student had three weeks to take their concept from idea to invention. “The students were given a packet which guided them through the process of com-

ing up with a unique idea, sketching it out and making a plan for it,” explains Mrs. Martinez. “The field notes covered all areas of the problem they solved. First they had to name their project and describe the problem being solved. Next, they had to explain how their invention works and explain why people should rush out and buy their invention.”

The entire first grade, all ten classes, presented their inventions to parents at the Watchamacallit Workshop.

“This parent presentation was unique in the sense that it was so interactive,” shares Mrs. Martinez. “Parents were thrilled to be able to talk to their own child as well as talk and share with their child’s classmates.”

Maria Salas says she liked that people came up to her and asked her things. “I liked that they said, ‘that was a good job.’”

At the end of the presentation, students were able to walk around the cafeteria with their parents to see the other class projects. “It was fun to hear the exclamations and see kids and parents pulling each other towards the projects that excited them the most,” notes Mrs. Martinez. “Parents were amazed at their creativity.”

Mrs. Martinez says she and her colleagues consider the Watchamacallit Workshop a huge success. “As educators, we found it so exciting to see kids thinking outside the box. The creativity and enthusiasm was amazing. We were also touched at the compliments the kids gave to each other’s projects.”

Andres Montejo shows off his field notes from inventing the Remote Control Car Vacuum.

Left: Thiago Ramos’ The Food Machine makes meal time easy Right: Tyler Fortson is all smiles as he shows off his Solar Panel Airplane.

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Indian Edit Headline Trace Elementary Teachers Steal the Show edit By Stacey author Bomser

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Fine Arts Italian Night is one of the PTA’s largest fundraisers. Event Chair Colette forming, but delivering a grammar Jones estimates the school raised or math lesson is a far cry from over $7,000 which will be used to help belting out a Beyoncé tune. Forty-three enhance Indian Trace Elementary’s Indian Trace Elementary School teachtechnology programs. ers and administrators channeled their The evening began with a delicious inner pop stars to perform at the school’s Italian feast catered by Tastebuds annual Fine Arts Italian Night fundraiser.

Catering. Families had the opportunity These faculty performances have to view and purchase wonderful works become the hallmark of this PTA of art created by Indian Trace students. sponsored event. This year’s program, Each grade was assigned an Italian directed by music teacher Linda Saver artist and painting to replicate for the and emceed by curriculum specialist program. For example, kindergarten Marc Horowitz, featured eleven acts students painted Leonardo Da Vinci’s including Mrs. Lewis’ Divas who stole Mona Lisa. the show with their rendition of Survivor Families also had the opportunity to

by Destiny’s Child. Even Principal Amy bid on items in the silent auction and Winder and Assistant Principal Daphne purchase raffle tickets. The grand prize Browne got in on the fun, singing ABBA’s was four front row Florida Panthers 70’s disco hit Dancing Queen. tickets.

This was Principal Winder’s first Fine Jones says this year’s Fine Arts Arts Italian Night and she was quite Left: Principal Winder performing ABBA’s Dancing Queen.

Italian Night was a huge success. “We impressed. “It was a fabulous event. We Top Right: Mrs. Lewis, Ramos, Clinton, Burek and Gorman kick off the show performing Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’ by Michael Jackson. are so blessed as a PTA to have so had almost 100% of my staff participate Bottom Right: The Indian Trace Aftercare Staff performing “The Princesses and the Butler”. much support from our community, by either performing or assisting with faculty and families in helping make events like this build wonderful memories to serving. There was so much pride and school spirit in the air that evening.” last a lifetime.”

In addition to raising school spirit, the event also raises money for the school.

Eagle Point Second Graders Profess Their Love of Art

By Stacey Bomser

Joshua Zimmer selected The Battle of Bunker Hill by John Trumbull.

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ove letters aren ’ t your typical

writing assignment, but that’s exactly what Jennifer Roca asked her second grade gifted class to write. For a contest sponsored by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, Ms. Roca’s students wrote love letters to their favorite piece of artwork hanging in Eagle Point Elementary’s Masterpiece Hallway.

The students had plenty of time to become familiar with the paintings. They pass the art gallery each time they go to specials, as well as going to and from the cafeteria.

“I told them that each time they looked at the artwork they would have distinct feelings,” explains Mrs. Roca. “Sometimes they would love it and maybe later would find a deeper connection to another piece.”

Once each student had chosen their favorite piece, they were tasked with writing a love letter to the artwork or the artist. “I explained to them that only they could bring it alive by speaking from the heart…deep from the heart,” says Mrs. Roca. “Some students found that they wanted to write directly to the artist and question his reasons for painting that particular piece. Other students connected more to the actual piece whether they found a personal connection or the art piece spoke to them.”

In her love letter to Renoir’s Young Girls on the River Bank, Marianna Jimenez wrote “When

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I looked at you it felt like love at first sight….

You were created to speak to people’s heart like you spoke to mine.”

Mrs. Roca says she wanted students to learn that everyone’s interpretation is different. “I compared it to snowflakes. I explained to them how no two snowflakes are alike. Students learned to embrace each other’s perceptions and ideas on an art piece.”

In addition to gaining art appreciation, this assignment taught students the art of expository writing. Students had to convey their feelings, interpretations and support their thoughts with observations made on the painting as well as research on the artist.

“Students learned how to elaborate on their thoughts, interpret information and draw conclusions of what they read,” explains Mrs. Roca. “This reflection allowed for the evidence-based writing that is demanded by Common Core.”

Eagle Point’s Masterpiece Hallway features paintings by some of the world’s greatest artists. The school is working with the PTA to “sell” the artwork. For a donation, families can purchase a print for the Masterpiece Hallway as a lasting contribution to the school.

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Cypress Bay Class of 2014 Draws Attention of College Admissions Directors

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He says this year’s admittances are proof that colleges recognize the dominance of Cypress Bay starting to seek out Cypress Bay High School students and how seriously they take education and students. For the second year in a row, students knowledge. As proof, he cites that students will take have been accepted to all eight Ivy League schools, 4,500 Advanced Placement exams this year. The with several students receiving admission at multiple school has another 1,200 students enrolled in the Ivy League institutions.

Cambridge program.

According to Cypress Bay College Advisor Shari These rigorous courses allow Cypress Bay students Bush, this year’s seniors have also been accepted to earn higher GPA’s which make them stand out to to the nation’s most competitive colleges: Stanford, college admissions counselors. According to Principal MIT (5 students), Duke (8 students), Johns Hopkins, Neely, one of Cypress Bay’s valedictorians has a 5.6 University of Chicago, Vanderbilt, CalTech, Berkeley, GPA. This year’s class also boasts 9 National Merit Georgetown, Washington University in St. Louis, Scholars and 15 National Hispanic Scholars.

Emory and many, many more.

All of this is obviously turning heads in college Mrs. Bush says this class may well be one of admissions departments. Each year, 50-60 admissions Cypress Bay’s most successful classes yet. “I think Cypress Bay seniors proudly wear their new school representatives from all over the country visit Cypress their success can be attributed to their hard work, colors, formally announcing where they will be attending college. Pictured here are Ignacio Sabate Bay to personally meet with students. In addition, the discipline and focus, the dedication of the teachers (Harvard), Steve Segall (Duke), Josh Ulino (Vanderbilt), school hosts an annual College Fair at which over 85 and administration, a school that offers them the Biaka Ukleja (Yale), and Taylor Duarte (Stanford). colleges are represented. Mrs. Bush says the demand opportunity to challenge themselves and reach for the far exceeds the space available. In addition, she personally visits numerous stars, and a better understanding of Cypress Bay nationwide and how successful college campuses to get a better understanding of the campus and what it has our students are once they get into these incredible schools.” to offer so she can advise students properly. This month she will be visiting some Principal Scott Neely says the Weston community also deserves some of the of the Southern California schools and meeting with their admissions departments. credit. “This success doesn’t just happen in high school, it’s all about the feeder Mrs. Bush says she is extremely proud of this year’s graduating class. “These patterns – what goes on in the Weston elementary and middle schools, as well as are incredible kids who truly deserve all of the great opportunities that are comin the homes. People in the Weston community know how important education is ing to them after four years of hard work.” and treat education with total respect and regard.” ollege admissions directors are

Cypress Bay DECA Team Prepares for International Competition

By Alyssa Levin, Student Writer

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will be competing at the DECA International Career Development Conference in Atlanta this month, after an exceptional showing at States.

Robert Hosier, the DECA club advisor at Cypress Bay, said that all of the recent wins at States this year has lead the chapter to an exciting new pinnacle. Just this year the chapter had 24 wins.

“Our chapter is now members of the Florida DECA 200 Club,” Mr. Hosier said. “This means that our chapter has won over 200 competition slots since being established in 2003. When compared to the state, only six other chapters have reached this level over the years.”

The team of Sergio Victores and Jacob Cohen competed under the event of Buying and Merchandising Operations Research. Their business proposal was a partial rebrand for a privately owned supplement company, “Metabolic Nutrition.” They earned a second place win and a trip to Nationals.

Victores said that when the team rebranded the project they were aiming to target the younger adult audience. “What companies are the most successful in the supplement industry? The ones that target the younger market with an intense approach. In essence, we believe that the company would be more successful if they targeted teenagers and young adults

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looking for ‘mad gains’ rather than an older market looking to stay in shape in old age.”

This was the second year Cohen and Victores competed together. Cohen believes that contributed to their success. “Well, the project made sense. The research results backed everything up and we didn’t make up any ridiculous ideas. Also we presented together last year, resulting in a win for us, so we knew how to present well again this year.”

Victores said that the team’s sixth place win last year at States only prompted the two to work harder this year. “Last year, we just got to Internationals by the skin of our teeth. Sixth place wasn’t originally supposed to go to ICDC (International Career Development Conference), so the night of the award ceremony, the disappointment hit us. Having known that taste of defeat, Jacob and I worked much harder to get second place this year at States. It was an emotional night and getting four places higher was a sign that our hard work paid off. Now we just need to focus on getting a trophy at ICDC this year, with experience under our belts and determination in our hearts, I think we have a good chance.”

Alyssa Levin is a sophomore at Cypress Bay High School. She is a staff writer on the school’s newspaper, The Circuit.

Jacob Cohen and Sergio Victores placed 2nd in Florida and will now represent Cypress Bay at the international DECA competition.

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Members of the Level 4 State Championship Team include: Benjamin Aguilar, Luke Freed, Liam Gilberd, and Chase Graziadei. Benjamin was State Champion on Floor, Pommel Horse, P. Bars, High Bar and AllAround. Luke was State Champion on Floor, P. Bars and All-Around.

Level 5, Ryan Colon finished 3rd in the All-Around and was State Champion on Vault, P. Bars and Floor. The Level 6 boys finished 5th place team. Tyler Flowers finished 3rd in the All- Around and was State Champion on Floor. Jayden Delgado was 3rd on rings. In Level 8, Will Gomez crushed the competition, winning the State Title on Floor, Vault, P. Bars, High Bar and All-Around.

Our girl’s team competed in State Meets on March 21–23 and March 2830. We brought home 39 State Titles, including the Level 6 Team Title.

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Our Level 6 Team got the momentum going by winning the title with a very impressive 115.35. The highest score recorded in the State of Florida and the 3rd best in the country! We had 6 All- Around winners: Isabella Loor, Emma Whitton, Maria AndarciaJimenez, Melanie Stone, Hannah Egert and Margaret Copello, who had a Four Event Sweep! We also recorded 14 individual event titles.

Our Level 7’s finished in 4th place for team, which was the top place of any team in the Tri- County area. We had three All-Around Champions, Leah Barnes, Alyssa Gonzalez and Rachel Shapiro. Our Level 7’s recorded 8 individual event titles and have 8 gymnasts competing at Regionals in Concord, NC. In Level 8, Portia Durden finished 3rd on Vault and in the All-Around.

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Our Level 9 finished in 6th place team. Rachel Bumbu won the Beam Title and finished 2nd on bars and 2nd in the All-Around. Samara Eisenberg finished 3rd in the All-Around and 2nd on beam. Lindsey Pascucci finished 3rd on Bars, Beam and in the All-Around. All 5 of our Level 9 Gymnasts qualified to Regionals in Kennisaw, Georgia.

The coaches and staff of Park Avenue are very proud of all of our athlete’s success. It shows that through hard work and perseverance, anything is possible!

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Peer Tutoring Program Creates Unique Bond Between Falcon Cove and Cypress Bay Students

By Stacey Bomser

Cypress Bay junior David Rutner tutors Falcon Cove 7th grader Brett Cohen in math twice a week. The pair have developed a unique bond and Brett has seen his grades go up dramatically.

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oncerned about some of her students who were struggling ,

seventh grade math teacher Stella Stringer created a peer tutoring program at Falcon Cove Middle School. It became so successful that this year, with the support of Assistant Principal Cristy Selvidge, she has expanded the program to include all subject areas: math, science, language arts, reading, and social studies.

Now, every Tuesday and Thursday after school, the media center is filled with tutors and tutees. Mrs. Stringer says over 162 students have participated in the free, peer to peer tutoring program since last September. “Each week 30 tutees consistently attend each tutoring session with ten tutors.”

The tutors are members of Cypress Bay’s Mu Alpha Theta Math Honor Society, as well as Falcon Cove students who are members of the National Junior Honor Society, Future Educators of America, or Peer Counselors. All tutors are approved

by Assistant Principal Selvidge and earn community service hours for their time.

Most tutees are “students labeled as an Exceptional Student of Education, an English Language Learner or designated as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on their FCAT scores,” explains Mrs. Stringer, noting they are referred either by their teacher, guidance counselor, parent or even themselves.

Mrs. Stringer says she has been tracking the program and the school is seeing incredible results from the peer to peer tutoring. “At this time we can say that the tutees who attend 75% of the time consistently throughout the quarter have demonstrated academic gains by at least one grade. Also, their ability to do homework independently has increased by 80% and their overall self-confidence by 98%.”

Brett Cohen is one the program’s success stories. According to his math teacher, Mr. Anthony Schiano, M.Ed., “At the beginning of the school year, Brett was really struggling in math. In fact, he failed his first three tests. After conferencing with mom, and recommending tutoring, his grade shot up drastically. He went from a pre-tutoring average of 56.7% to a post-tutoring average of 82%.”

Brett’s mom, Nancy Cohen, credits her son’s peer tutor with boosting not only his grades, but his confidence. “Brett will have the tutor each Tuesday help him with what he learned in math class and on Thursdays, the night before his test, he will have the tutor go over his math study guide he got from his teacher. They will sit with him and make sure he understands the concepts he has to know.”

One of the reasons the peer tutoring is so successful is because of the unique bond created between the tutors and tutees. “Our tutoring program is building a bridge between middle and high school,” explains Mrs. Stringer. “The students are bonding and when they matriculate to high school the bond will continue.”

Dixon Yeung, a junior at Cypress Bay, says his ties to Falcon Cove are one of the reasons he tutors. “As a Falcon Cove alumnus myself, I remember the patience and dedication of the high school volunteers who helped me during my middle school years, and how I looked up to them as role models. Naturally, I wanted to serve as that role model for others when I entered high school.”

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Cypress Bay freshman Kevin Winzey works with 7th grader Priscilla Villamizar on a math problem.

Many of the tutors say this experience has given them greater appreciation for their teachers. “Tutoring here has finally made me understand the feeling of accomplishment that teachers feel when their students succeed,” states ninth grader Kevin Winzey.

“The most gratifying part about the tutoring program is seeing your tutees finally understand a subject and progressively receive better grades,” shares freshman Francisco Acosta. “It makes you feel like you have had a positive impact on their lives, even if a small one.”

Mrs. Stringer says it is very gratifying to look around the media center on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons and see the students working together. This peer to peer mentoring program is the realization of her Masters program. The idea came from her research paper on “The Effect of Peer Tutoring on Math Achievement of Seventh Grade Inclusion Math Students.”

After witnessing the process, Broward County School Board Member Robin Bartleman was so impressed she presented Falcon Cove’s Peer Tutoring Program to the School Board. She recognized it as a “model” program for other schools to follow.

Mrs. Stringer says nothing would make her happier than to see her project expanded to other schools. She is planning on expanding the program at Falcon Cove next year through the support of Business Partners. Other plans call for enhancing the math tutoring program by using computers since the math curriculum is heavily focused on technology. She would also like to recruit more tutors “so that we can have a peer to peer tutoring program in which the tutor would work with the same tutee each week building a strong bond between them.”

8th grader Olivia Zdanowicz listens as freshman Francisco Acosta explains how to solve a math equation.

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School News

Country Isles Elementary Fourth Graders Visit Historic St. Augustine

By Stacey Bomser

Jack McDonald, Dylan Phipps, Brey Gur, Odin Farkas and Joseph Ashwal are all smiles as they wait to board the bus for their class trip to St. Augustine.

Students stake out the perfect spot to enjoy the beautiful weather in St. Augustine.

During a tour of the Old Jail, Caleb Olinick sees what happened to students who misbehaved.

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Sarah Rosenthal gives the stockades a try.

ourth graders at Country I sles E lementary spent two activ-

ity-packed days discovering St. Augustine, commonly called the “nation’s oldest city.” Settled by Don Pedro Menendez in 1565, St. Augustine is the longest continually inhabited European settlement in North America. Steeped in history, it is a popular field trip for elementary school students studying Florida’s history.

The first stop for the Country Isles students was the Castillo de San Marcos.

The children toured the fort and learned that it took 23 years to build the impressive structure.

Olivia Wagner was amazed by the settlers’ ingenuity in using coquina, a locally quarried shellrock, to construct the fort. “It’s awesome that they realized coquina held up better under cannon fire. So much better that here we are in the fort over 300 years later.”

After a visit to the Oldest School and the Colonial Quarter, fourth graders got a taste of pirate life when they toured the Pirate and Treasure Museum. It is filled with authentic pirate artifacts and treasures discovered from shipwrecks.

The highlight of the day for many students was the after dinner Ghost Tour of St. Augustine. Throughout the walking tour, the guide regaled students with stories of those who met with an unfortunate death. Some believe these souls haunt the sites of St. Augustine to this day. The students had fun trying to snap a picture of these

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Coach Brouse and his group pose for a picture at the Castillo de San Marcos.

Assistant Principal Vanessa Cox finds herself locked in jail by the sheriff.

Katie McCarthy’s fourth graders enjoy the view from the top of the fort.

ghosts to prove it.

The following day the group set off to find the Fountain of Youth that famed explorer Juan Ponce de Leon was searching for when he traveled to what is now Florida in 1513. Students also enjoyed a tour of the Ponce de Leon Archeological Park where excavations have uncovered thousands of artifacts.

Next stop was the Oldest Store where students were able to see some of the goods available to American Indians and settlers hundreds of years ago. During a visit to the Oldest Jail, a guide dressed in period clothing “processed the new prisoners” and gave them a taste of what jail was like for those who broke the law.

Students toured the gallows, stockades and cells.

“You didn’t want to spend any time in jail back then,” explained Hannah Egret.

“Your toilet was a bucket, your meals were horrible, and you worked in the fields all day.”

A Trolley Tour of the city was the culminating activity for the educational, yet exhausting, two-day trip to St. Augustine.

“I think I was more tired than the students. We didn’t stop for two straight days!” stated Assistant Principal Vanessa Cox, who served as a chaperone on the trip.

“Our students were well behaved and respectful throughout the trip. This is the first time that many of them were away from home without their parents and they did incredibly well.”

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A case of treatment-resistant depression The first thing

I noticed about Annet te when she c ame to my of f ice was the way she walked. Her hand would periodic ally touch the walls of the hallway, as if she wasn’t sure of her balance. I soon found out, she wasn’t really sure of any thing. “ I’ve been depressed pret t y much my whole life. It ’s just that it ’s got ten worse lately.” Annet te continued, “ My doctor changed my meds last December to a combination of Lexapro and Abilif y but I still feel down.” “ Two out of three people treated for depression still have depressive symptoms. They call it treatment- resistant depression, and drugs such Abilif y are of ten added, to augment the ef fects of antidepressants. Unfor tunately, they have side ef fects.” “ You’re telling me! Before this I was on Symbyax and I gained nine pounds in three weeks! Despite dieting for forever, I still haven’t lost that weight.”1 “Abilif y and Symbyax both can cause weight gain and diabetes.

And since you aren’t get ting that great of a response from them, perhaps we should look elsewhere. Perhaps we can f ix your depression and help you lose weight at the same time.” “ My psychiatrist sent me here because she wants you to look at my thyroid. Do you think that could be it? ” “ Though it is possible to ‘just be depressed’, I tend to think there is some specif ic cause. Hypothyroidism is one classic cause of depression, and thyroid medicines have been used quite ef fectively to improve mood and energy.” 2 “ I really hope it is my thyroid. That would f ix a lot of my problems, even my weight.” “ Your thyroid isn’t the only thing I want to look at though. The way you wobbled down the hallway makes me wonder if you are low in vitamin D. Def iciencies of that vitamin lead to poor coordination and balance.” “ But we live in Florida. Don’t I get enough vitamin D from the sun? ” “ Unfor tunately, no. Even in Boca Raton, I’ve seen many patients

“Hypothyroidism is one classic cause of depression.

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with insuf f icient vitamin D, and vitamin D def iciency is yet another cause of treatment- resistant depression and weight gain.” 3 I f inished my physical exam. “ Within a few weeks, your blood tests for thyroid and vitamin D will be back. Until that happens, however, I think we should tr y some high - dose vitamin D supplements. Though we are going to use doses far higher than a multivitamin, it is ex tremely safe with no side ef fects.”

Annet te’s vitamin D level was indeed low, and at her follow up visit, she was already feeling signif icantly bet ter. “As your psychiatrist suspected, your test for thyroid antibodies was positive. You also have Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis.”

“So what does that mean? ” “ Thyroid antibodies inter fere with the abilit y of other thyroid lab tests to detect which patients will respond to thyroid medication. Even though your TSH test was within the normal range, you probably would respond well to thyroid medication.”4 The combination of vitamin D and thyroid hormone seemed to do the trick. Annet te’s mood improved to the point where she had desire to do things again. And no longer on the Abilif y, the weight was far easier to lose.

“I’m playing tennis again, and honestly, I think that ex tra vitamin D is helping my tennis ser ve too! ” 1.

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School News

Eagle Point Elementary Named Innovative Program School

By Stacey Bomser

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this school year. Eighty students, two classes in kindergarten and two first grade classes, are learning in both English and Spanish. It is the only Broward County Public School in Weston to offer this unique curriculum which earned Eagle Point the distinction of being named one of the new Innovative Programs for the 2014-2015 school year. According to Broward County Schools, Innovative Programs are schools that provide unique or thematic instruction to attract and maintain home boundary student enrollment.

Principal Christy de Zayas says the goal of the Dual Language: Two Way Immersion Program is to produce college and career ready students who are bilingual, bi-literate, and bicultural. “In addition to the mounting evidence and research available today that shows the correlation between second language

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Although still in its infancy, Principal de Zayas says the dual language program has been a success. “The positive feedback that we have received from parents is very rewarding. They are reporting what we already know and have observed from visiting the classrooms – children who did not speak any Spanish are now speaking and reading in Spanish.

Spanish native speakers are increasing their speaking, reading and comprehension of the language. Students have made concrete and measurable gains in both languages. The children are like sponges soaking up the language.”

The dual language program has been so successful that Eagle Point Elementary is expanding the program next year. “We are adding two second grade classes,” states Principal de Zayas. “As the students matriculate, every year we will continue to add one grade level, through fifth grade.”

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rinary leakage is an embarrassing and dis -

tressing problem for women. Many women have thought of this as a “natural” part of aging, however, many well tolerated and safe treatments are now available which can improve quality of life. Evaluation of urinary incontinence should include a detailed history and examination to determine what the best treatment option is for you.

There are different causes of urinary leakage (incontinence) and the type of urinary incontinence will determine the possible treatments. The two most common types are stress incontinence and urge incontinence. Stress incontinence is the leakage of urine with activities that increase intra-abdominal pressure such as: cough, laugh, sneeze, or exercise.

Stress incontinence is related to a loss of support of the urethra (the tube between the bladder and the outside).

Urge incontinence is due to an overactive bladder and is characterized by bladder muscle spasms. This causes a strong and sudden need to urinate and leakage may occur on the way to the bathroom. Women with this problem also tend to urinate very frequently. It is not uncommon for some women to have a combination of both stress and urge incontinence.

The first step for managing urinary leakage can be noninvasive and of a behavioral nature. Most women are aware that coffee can influence the frequency and severity of their bladder symptoms, but other dietary changes may also positively influence bladder control. Over time, many women may also develop weakness of their pelvic floor muscles. This weakness contributes to urinary leakage since it takes away your ability to say “no” to your bladder. We’ve all heard about Kegel exercises, but surprisingly most women do them incorrectly. Some women can strengthen these muscles on their own with daily practice. Other patients may benefit from working with a pelvic floor physical therapist. Specially trained female pelvic floor therapists allow for treatment to be tailored to each patient with input and close communication with supervising physicians.

For women who experience leakage with cough, sneeze, or exercise, treatment is directed at the urethra. Urethral bulking procedures tighten the urethral closure, are minimally invasive, and can be performed in the office. Alternatively, a sling procedure addresses the loss of support of the urethra and is performed as an outpatient surgical procedure. This is a highly successful and well-tolerated procedure. Treatment of overactive bladder urinary leakage may include the use of medications to relax the bladder muscle and decrease episodes of incontinence. Women who don’t respond to medications may qualify for advanced treatments for overactive bladder including bladder Botox and nerve stimulation procedures.

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Legally Speaking

New Federal Rules Help Homeowners Facing Foreclosure

By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Consumer Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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ne of the most difficult challenges we face in assisting

homeowners through the process of a loan modification is the threat of foreclosure, or foreclosure sale of the property we are trying to preserve.

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) recently issued new mortgage servicing rules designed to protect borrowers when it comes to mortgage loans.

These rules became effective on January 10, 2014, but many homeowners are unaware of these important changes in the law.

Under the new rules, mortgage servicers are required to implement major changes in the way they do business. A mortgage servicer is the company that collects monthly mortgage payments from borrowers on behalf of the owner of the loan, as well as tracks account balances, manages the escrow account, handles loan modification applications, and pursues foreclosure in the case of defaulted loans. The CFPB now requires mortgage servicers to send more detailed periodic billing statements, provide timely interest rate adjustment notices, promptly credit mortgage payments, provide payoff requests in 7 days or less, provide options to force-placed insurance, and quickly resolve errors and provide information requests. The most significant benefit for homeowners from these rules is that it restricts “dual tracking.”

Dual tracking is when a mortgage servicer considers a homeowner for a loan modification, and at the same time proceeds with a foreclosure action against that homeowner. Under the new rules, a mortgage servicer CANNOT START FORECLOSURE until at least 4 months AFTER the homeowner stops paying the loan to provide the homeowner enough time to pursue a loan modification. If a loan modification application is made, the servicer CANNOT START FORECLOSURE unless the servicer notifies the borrower that he/she is not eligible for any loan modification, the borrower rejects a loan modification offer, or the borrower fails to comply with a trial modification. Also, if already in foreclosure, the mortgage servicer CANNOT REQUEST FINAL JUDGMENT OR CONDUCT A FORECLOSURE SALE if the homeowner submits a complete loan modification package at least 37 days before the foreclosure sale.

Detailed explanations of different options available to homeowners are also discussed in a one-of-a-kind DVD developed by the Arcia Law Firm entitled “Fight For Your Home.” If you mention that you heard about the DVD through this magazine, you will receive a complimentary copy during your free consultation to discuss your case in detail with a member of our highly experienced legal team.

The attorneys at the Arcia Law Firm have more than 40 years of combined legal experience, and we are privileged to successfully represent hundreds of homeowners in our community. We have foreclosure defense, loan modification and bankruptcy departments all in the same office. If you are struggling to make your monthly mortgage payments, if you are in the middle of a frustrating loan modification process, or if you just received a foreclosure summons, contact the Arcia Law Firm today at 954-437-9066 to schedule a free personal consultation with an attorney (not a paralegal or assistant), or visit www. arcialawfirm.com to schedule your appointment.

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s the summer quickly approaches , parents

around the country start to think about what their child will do during the school break. Summer camp is an excellent opportunity. Whether children attend a traditional day camp or go to sleep-away camp, summer camp provides an important developmental step.

Camp is a critical part of a child’s life as it builds skills for life, such as developing independence, self-awareness and boosting their self-esteem. Campers emerge from summer camp with a new found confidence to persevere through the up-coming school year and to stand up for themselves against negative peer pressure. Summer camp encourages campers to try new things, to step outside their comfort zone engaging in new learning opportunities. Additionally, camp exposes children to various forms of diversity. Many camps offer programming and activities that put campers back in touch with nature, something that many children are not experiencing because they are captive in front of television, computer, mobile device screens of an increasingly technology driven culture. Possibly, the most important factor of summer camp is the level of increased physical activity amongst an ever going young and sedentary population.

Finally, while many children like to go to camp with a friend, it is a great Color War at Camp Sagemont is well-loved tradition. opportunity for campers to make new friends, cementing memories that will last a lifetime.

Today there are so many camp choices available, picking the perfect camp for your child is not easy. Here are some questions to keep in mind: 1. Who is the camp staff? What type of training do they go through? Are the counselors finger printed and their backgrounds checked? These are all important questions as it’s the camp counselor that is going to be with your child day in and day out and make their experience a great one.

2. What programs and activities are offered at the camp? Knowing what is offered will allow you to determine if your child’s interests will be met and if he/she will be exposed or challenged with new opportunities.

3. How are behavioral or disciplinary occurrences handled? Understanding how camps handle these matters is important, should your child be involved in such an occurrence.

4. Who is the Camp Director? He/she sets the tone for your child’s camp experience so it’s important to get to know the Camp Director. Schedule a camp tour to ask questions and learn about the camp’s philosophy.

5. What do others say? Ask friends who have had their children attend the camps that you are considering and find out about their experiences.

You can ensure that your child has the best camp experience possible this summer by following these tips, doing your research, and always following your parental instincts.

Danielle Guski is Director of Camp Sagemont. Camp Sagemont offers programs to please every camper, starting at three-years-old with its Traditional Day Camp. It also hosts a variety of specialty camps such as Sports, Travel, Art, Drama/Vocal Camp, Marine Science, Science, Creative Writing, Junior Lifeguarding, Adventure and Leaders in Training (LIT) programs. Camp Sagemont is housed on The Sagemont School Lower School Campus located at 1570 Sagemont Way. For more information call (954) 384-1894 or visit www.CampSagemont.com.

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Positive Parenting

Teachers “Make” a Difference

By Jodi Kurry Cohen, MS.Ed Early Childhood Director, Temple Dor Dorim

In honor of teacher appreciation week in the Month of May please remember to stop and thank a teacher. Your kind words or a quick note to let them know they are appreciated means the world to them.

T

eachers have a profound impact on our children’s lives. Few could argue with the obvious role a teacher plays in sculpting a child’s development, but all could agree that society still fails to truly value this powerful relationship. Even though governments, politicians and our newspaper headlines recognize the importance of education, we as a society, still fall short in supporting our words in monetary worth.

Teachers provide children not only with academic skills but vital life skills that help them to become successful teenagers, adults and ultimately parents.

Teachers lay the foundation that when built upon, lead to our future doctors, lawyers, athletes and hundreds of other professions that are compensated much higher than a classroom teacher ever will be compensated.

In casual conversations on the topic of education, the majority of us agree that teachers are undervalued; however few of us take the time to recognize how else we can show our understanding and appreciation for the impact they have on our children’s lives. It is the simplest of things that are most often forgotten, how a mere thank you can go a long way in providing at least some form of compensation that is so truly deserved.

Teachers reap certain benefits that not many other professionals can claim.

Every day they are able to see how their influence and guidance enable another human being to flourish. Every day they get to see that “spark” when a child makes a connection. At the end of the day, tired and exhausted, they are able to go home knowing they have made a difference in a child’s life. However, how many of us stop to recognize that this is the work they do each day and that it is all for the sake of our own children?

Take the time to provide your child’s teacher with at least the minimum compensation of a thank you. A few words of gratitude that are well thought out and shared elicit a sentiment that is a very powerful and permanent message...you are appreciated. Those words help to validate the work they have already done and provide the motivation to continue the work they are doing by knowing it is recognized.

When asked what a teacher makes, the true answer is so much more than a monetary response would suggest...teachers “make” a difference.

Jodi Cohen has a Masters Degree in Elementary and Early Childhood Education as well as a Bachelors degree in Psychology. Jodi has led many workshops on parenting, behavior modification techniques, curriculum development, special needs training and crisis management. She has been the Director of Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center in Weston for the past 15 years. For more information, please contact Ms. Cohen at the Early Childhood Center at (954)389-1232.

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ou are going about your regular business on

a Wednesday afternoon and the phone rings. It is the nurse from your child’s school informing you that he/she has fallen in the playground. It seems that there was an injury to the mouth. You are assured that your child is comfortable and the bleeding has stopped. The nurse would like to know what YOU would like to do next. This is not an uncommon situation. Studies show that one in five children will experience some form of oral trauma during the school years.

First decide if the involved tooth is a primary tooth (“baby tooth”). The baby teeth are smaller, whiter in color, and those in the front of the mouth tend to fall out naturally around the ages of 6-8 years. In this situation, you do not need to do anything yourself. See your dentist as soon as possible. The most important thing to remember in this situation is NOT to put back a knocked out baby tooth.

The reason is that it may cause damage to the permanent tooth developing underneath.

What if a permanent tooth is knocked out? Immediately locate the tooth after impact. It should be picked up by the crown (the part of the tooth normally seen when smiling) and the root should be rinsed under running water, without touching it, for 10 seconds to remove any debris. If possible, place the tooth back into the socket and support it by biting down softly on gauze or tissue. Do not worry if the tooth does not fit properly. Having the tooth in its natural environment is the best way to keep the tissue of the tooth healthy for reattachment. If this is not possible, you can place the tooth in a cup of milk or the child’s own saliva. The two most important factors in saving the tooth are the solution of transport and the time taken till replantation.

What if the permanent tooth is injured but not knocked out? See if the tooth has moved or if it is bleeding. The best prognosis is when the injured permanent tooth has not moved (even if it is slightly loose) and there is no observed bleeding (even if the tooth is fractured). In this case, you should still see your dentist within 48 hours. Just make sure that any tooth fragment is located and stored in water as it may be used in restoring the tooth later. If the injured permanent tooth has either moved in the bone or the tooth is bleeding as a result of fracture, see a dentist immediately. The tooth may require a splint or some initial root canal treatment.

Again remember to recover any fragments for future restoration.

Considering the importance of timing in dealing with most of the above scenarios, we cannot stress enough the importance of finding a dental home for your child at an early age. Being an established patient of a dental office will ensure quicker access to care in a familiar environment. It will also increase the likelihood of receiving “after hours” care if needed. We hope that by following some of these basic guidelines in dental trauma you will feel empowered to handle most dental emergencies.

Drs. Maria and Alon Grosman are Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and Orthodontist. Their office is located at 4401 S Flamingo Rd on the NW corner of Griffin and Flamingo Rd. For more information or to schedule an appointment call 954-236-3434.

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Legally Speaking

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uring my initial consultation with a prospec-

tive client, I try and educate them as to the basic laws in Florida dealing with a Dissolution of Marriage. After explaining some of the basics, I always inquire as to whether they have any questions. It seems that there are a number of questions which are common to most cases. I thought I would share them with you.

How long does a divorce take?

I explain that every divorce is different, so it is impossible to predict how long any individual case will take. There are also a number of factors which are out of my control. For instance, the particular Judge who is assigned the case may have a great influence on how long the proceedings will last. Each Judge controls his/her own docket and, as such, some divisions are more “backed up” than others. In some divisions it may take a couple of weeks to schedule a hearing, while in other divisions it may take a couple of months. I have handled simple uncontested dissolutions in about six weeks, while more complex cases can last a year or more.

Obviously the greater the amount of issues involved, the longer it will take.

Cases that settle by way of a Marital Settlement Agreement will normally conclude more quickly than a contested matter, which must be presented to a Judge.

If the participants reach an Agreement, then a Final Hearing can be scheduled within two weeks.

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How much will this cost me?

As previously stated, each case is different. Since most Family Law attorneys charge on an hourly basis, the time spent will obviously affect the “bottom line.”

In most cases, it is impossible to predict how long a case will last and therefore impossible to advise as to the eventual cost. One must remember that in litigation the time spent is also somewhat controlled by your opposition. When an attorney files his/her “Notice of Appearance,” it requires his/her involvement in all aspects of the case. The more the parties chose to litigate, the more costly their case will be. It is really up to the client as to how much the “bottom line” will be.

I don’t want anything from my spouse. Can I agree to that?

The answer is yes and no. A person can waive all of his/her rights if he/she wishes to do so. The only aspect of the case which cannot be waived is child support for any minor children. Florida law will not allow a Final Judgment to be signed without a provision for child support. The rationale is that the support belongs to the children and therefore cannot be waived by the parents.

I have found that many individuals are initially prepared to “just walk away” from a long term marriage without obtaining his/her share of property accumulated. It is obviously his/her right to do so, but nobody should ever make a decision based upon emotion. The reason a person should retain an attorney is to insure that decisions that are made are rational and based upon the law. No individual should give up rights that the law has provided.

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Mommy Makeovers: Combined cosmetic procedures Going through pregnancy and giving birth can be such a wonderful experience. However, during pregnancy a woman can gain anywhere from 10 to 30 pounds, and not to mention the potential enlargement of their breasts and overall stretching of the skin. Unfortunately for many women, their body does not look the same after giving birth.

What is a Mommy Makeover?

The term “Mommy Makeover” is typically used to describe a combined procedure for rejuvenation of the breasts and abdomen. The goal is to address some of the common physical changes that can occur following pregnancy. On the breast, these most commonly include sagging and deflation. On the abdomen, it is often excess skin with stretch marks and bulging.

Martin Newman, MD Breast augmentation fixes the volume of the breast that has been lost due to breast feeding, along Cleveland Clinic Florida with a breast lift that can help with the shape of the breast by removing excess skin. Abdominoplasty Plastic Surgeon is to correct the skin that was been stretched and tearing of the deep skin, which is known as stretch marks. This procedure tightens up the skin while the muscular layer of the abdomen can be flattened. A large problem is localized areas of stubborn fat collections that just don’t want to leave. Liposuction can also be offered as well.

Who is a good candidate for a Mommy Makeover?

Someone in overall good health who has completed her childbearing, and is looking to address several of her body concerns.

Although diet and exercise can help, it will not necessarily reverse the effects of pregnancy completely. Many women begin to regain their pre-pregnancy energy levels and self-image, but that is not always enough to help get to the pre-pregnancy body they desire. Sometimes mothers need a little extra help getting their bodies back to the way it looked pre-pregnancy.

Why consider combined procedures?

If you are like many moms, you are probably interested in improving more than one area of your body, such as your breasts and your tummy. However, you might be worried about the time away from work and family. By combining multiple procedures like breast augmentation and a tummy tuck in one procedure, you can get the results you want with only one recovery period.

Mommy Makeovers are designed to combine time off from work, time away from home duties and recovery time, into one neat package.

What to expect During your initial consultation, you will discuss which options will work best for your concerns, and you will be evaluated in order to determine if plastic surgery can accomplish your goals. If you are a candidate, you will receive a surgical plan that addresses your areas of concern. Some common surgical combinations include: • • • • • •

Breast Lift and Tummy Tuck Breast Augmentation and Tummy Tuck Breast Lift and Liposuction Breast Augmentation and Liposuction Liposuction and Tummy Tuck Breast Reduction and Liposuction

Your treatment will depend on which procedures you choose, but combination surgeries are performed under general anesthesia, by a board certified plastic surgeon, in the safety of our hospital.

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It’s A Pain In The Neck!

By Dr. Behar and Dr. Browner

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eck pain : at some point in

life, most of us fall victim to it. Like other kinds of muscle and joint pain, neck discomfort can be caused by many things, from the benign such as prolonged reading in an awkward position, to the more serious such as an underlying disease process. Though most neck pain is not associated with life-threatening disease, chronic neck pain and its underlying causes can profoundly effect quality of life and long-term health potential.

Recurring pain or stiffness of the neck, arm or upper back, or symptoms persisting longer than one or two days should have professional evaluation. Chiropractic doctors are specialists in the assessment and treatment of muscle and joint problems, including neck and neck-related pain. As accurate diagnosis of neck pain is extremely important, your chiropractor will begin with a detailed history of your symptoms. This is followed by a thorough examination of the neck and associated regions, including appropriate orthopedic, neurological and vascular tests.

Since your chiropractor is particularly concerned with the structural and functional health of your spine, specific chiropractic examination techniques will be used to assess spinal position and motion. X-rays may be taken to assist in the diagnosis, as may other specialized examination procedures when warranted.

Next to in-laws, faulty spinal mechanics is the primary

cause of most neck pain. Functional problems of the spine can usually be traced to incorrect spinal alignment due to abnormal posture and previous trauma.

Closely associated with abnormal posture are other causes of neck pain such as repetitive strain, muscular weakness and stress producing muscular tension. Old spinal injuries inappropriately treated and chronic postural problems can also result in degenerative arthritic changes to the joints and discs of the neck.

As the vast majority of neck pain is directly related to mechanical spinal problems, be they postural, traumatic or stress-related in origin, chiropractic care focuses on correcting abnormal spinal mechanics.

Restoring normal position and movement to the spine not only relieves pain, it also protects against more chronic and serious health problems associated with abnormal spinal function: degenerative arthritis, softtissue deterioration and nervous system effects.

So next time you start reaching for the bottle of pain medication, think: is merely masking the symptom the most intelligent solution to your problem neck?

Don’t just hide the problem, fix it!

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motherhood. It’s only fitting, therefore, that we also recognize the changes that motherhood brings.

Becoming a mother alters the life of a woman in many ways, often running the gamut of emotional experiences. There are also changes to a woman’s body that accompany growing, carrying and bearing a child, ranging from stretch marks to excess belly skin to sagging breasts.

The good news is that many of the less desirable effects on the woman’s body from pregnancy can be minimized through plastic surgery.

The breasts typically lose their fullness and descend to a lower position after pregnancy. The reasons for these changes are simple; gravity and skin tone.

The surgical treatment of post-pregnancy breast changes depends upon the condition. Lack of fullness requires placement of implants to restore volume.

Breast droopiness requires a lift procedure. Lift techniques vary but typically involve a greater degree of scarring than simple breast augmentation. Patients need to be okay with these scars and should have a thorough consultation to review them prior to surgery. Sometimes patients can benefit from both a breast lift and augmentation to restore position and fullness.

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The abdomen does the heavy lifting in pregnancy.

It’s no surprise therefore, that, after pregnancy, skin redundancy and stretch marks can remain. Another interesting effect of pregnancy is a separation of the paired rectus abdominus (i.e. sit-up) muscles.

The result is a gap between the muscles resembling a hernia. It is because of this anatomical separation of the muscles that abdominal exercises after pregnancy, such as sit-ups, although beneficial, are of limited value.

In cases of loose abdominal skin, stretch marks, and muscle separation, the procedure of choice is an abdominoplasty, also known as a tummy tuck. Like the breast lift, tummy tuck surgery requires scars that need to be accepted by the patient. The tradeoff, however, is substantial removal of excess skin and stretch marks, as well as repositioning of the muscles. The result is a dramatic tightening of the belly with a very high degree of satisfaction. Tummy tuck patients are among the happiest in my practice.

Since both the breasts and the belly are affected by pregnancy, women often choose a combination of procedures. Sometimes other areas, such as the love handles or the thighs, also become part of the “mommy makeover.”

Combination procedures require additional safety considerations with respect to the operating facility and anesthesia. As with all plastic surgery, a thorough and honest consultation with an experienced surgeon is key to a happy patient.

Happy Mother’s Day! Dr. Perez is a board certified plastic surgeon in Ft. Lauderdale. He performs surgery at the Surgery Center of Weston. He has served as a consultant for both U.S. breast implant manufacturers and has lectured to thousands of surgeons worldwide on the subject of breast surgery and body contouring. He is a member of the National Council of Leaders in Breast Aesthetics and the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and has been selected among Castle Connolly America’s Top Doctors every year since 2000. To schedule a consultation with Dr. Perez call (954) 351-2200. To learn more about any of these procedures, visit www.PerezPlasticSurgery.com.

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The truth is that during the school year parents, children and families, are going to be torn in a million different directions; there are going to be countless demands placed on them by coaches, bosses, teachers and other outside influences. The to-do lists are going to get longer, the email boxes are going to be full and we are just not going to get everything done (because there will always be something else to do). You see, in order to wipe your to-do list clean, respond to every email and get “everything done,” we would need no less than six to ten extra hours in the day that we do not have. It’s just not going to happen. So how do we deal with the stress, guilt, and pressure of perfection? We begin by measuring success differently. No we don’t stop trying to “get it all done” we just stop beating ourselves up when it doesn’t happen. Successful families and individuals are better measured in terms of connections. This is not a new concept but one that needs to be renewed each year as we return to the hustle and bustle that is our lives in suburbia. In 1991, at the Commencement Ceremony of Wellesley College in Massachusetts, Former First Lady of the United States Barbara Bush told young graduates, their family and friends: “…a choice that must not be missed is to cherish your human connections: your relationships with friends and family. For several years, you’ve had impressed upon you the importance to your career of dedication and hard work. This is true, but as important as your obligations as a doctor, lawyer or business leader will be, you are a human being first and those human connections -- with spouses, with children, with friends -- are the most important investments you will ever make.

At the end of your life, you will never regret not having passed one more test, not winning one more verdict or not closing one more deal.

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By Dr. Eduardo Bernal

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very year we find inspiring lists on the

Internet or from friends suggesting a complete spring cleaning to create a healthy environment free of clutter and possible allergens. Cleaning, without a doubt, supports a healthy lifestyle. Pets, however, need “spring cleaning” on regular basis to be healthy and avoid spreading disease.

Areas such as their beds should be washed and dried, and surrounding areas should be cleaned daily to prevent accumulation of debris brought inside by our furry friends from their walks outside. Some pets respond well to frequent cleaning of paws and fur for the removal of particles of contaminated waste, pests and allergens that tend to accumulate on their skin and could aggravate skin conditions, or might cause other irritations.

Their water and food bowls should be cleaned with soap and hot water after every use to avert accumulation of bacteria.

Toys and chewing plastic materials should also be cleaned and disinfected to avoid yeast and fungus, which could grow on them and are potentially harmful.

A good bath with the appropriated shampoo, brushing and frequent grooming will help not only the health of the pet, but might help the family breath cleaner air as less pet hair and dandruff will accumulate in the home. Bath frequency must be tailored to the characteristics of the shampoo being used; some good hypoallergenic shampoos can be used in healthy pets more frequently than the typical generic overthe-counter, stronger pet shampoos. Puppies require special attention for the frequency of baths and the type of shampoo use in order to avoid skin irritation.

Remember to clean the pet’s ears every time they get wet to avoid predisposition for ear infections.

Both dogs and cats enjoy licking and “cleaning” themselves, but really what they are doing is covering their fur with saliva. Keep in mind that more than twelve different types of bacteria could be found in your pet’s mouth; to avoid possible bacteria contamination, be sure to clean and disinfect your pet’s mouth with the appropriately veterinarian recommended dental care products, and make sure your pet gets a professional dental cleaning at least once a year. Dental cleaning is not only important to avoid bad odor, but it is an excellent preventive care tool, which can add years of a healthy life to your pet.

As you clean and disinfect your home, avoid getting your pet in contact with harmful chemicals; more than 17,000 cases of toxicity were reported by the Animal Poison Control Center in 2013. Maintain your pet nice and clean with fur free of tangles, healthy clean skin, and clean teeth.

Enjoy the weather and the new changes that spring brings and do no forget to exercise your pets.

Dr. Eduardo Bernal, D.V.M. is a veterinarian at All Friends Animal Clinic. He graduated from Veterinary School in 1992 and moved to Weston with his family seven years ago. All Friends Animal Clinic is at 4476 Weston Road. To schedule an appointment call (954) 659-9913. For more information visit www. allfriendsanimalclinic.com.

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Health & wellness

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By Dr. Jane Therrien

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ou can see without surgery or lenses? That is

exactly correct with new technology in Wave gas permeable overnight lenses designed for corneal molding, also called Orthokeratology or Ortho-K. It might sound far-fetched, but it is a reality for many people.

Corneal molding is the fitting of specially designed contact lenses that you wear overnight. While you sleep, the lenses gently reshape the front surface of your eye (cornea) so you can see clearly the following day, when you wake up and remove the lenses. These lenses can be designed to correct such conditions as nearsightedness, astigmatism, farsightedness, and even presbyopia. They have also been proven to slow the progression of childhood myopia. Corneal molding technology allows you to see acceptably well without glasses or contact lenses for a day, sometimes longer. Best results are with nightly wear.

Because the corneal reshaping effect is temporary, little risk is involved, and you can discontinue wearing the lenses at any time — provided you are willing to start wearing glasses or contacts again when your visual condition returns.

Children and young adults who are too young for LASIK or are not good candidates for refractive surgery, for other reasons, often are good candidates for corneal molding. People who participate in contact sports or work in dusty environments that can pose problems for contact lens wear also can be good candidates.

In the United States, your optometrist can perform the exam necessary to design these custom lenses. It is important to know that this is a very specialized type of contact lens fitting, and not all eye doctors who fit contact lenses also fit corneal molding lenses. If interested, seek the services of an eye doctor who specializes in fitting these lenses.

The eye doctor will begin by measuring the curvatures of your corneas using an instrument called a corneal topographer — a painless procedure that takes about a minute and produces a topographical map of your eye’s surface. When

you begin to wear corneal molding lenses you will likely have some awareness of the lenses on your eyes until you fall asleep. With time, the lenses typically become more comfortable immediately upon insertion. This depends on many factors, especially the amount of nearsightedness (and possibly astigmatism) you have when you begin the corneal molding process.

Some people can have excellent vision after a day or two of overnight corneal molding, but for higher prescriptions it can take two weeks or longer for maximum correction. Until your eyes are fully corrected, you might notice blurred vision and glare and halos around lights. In some cases, you may need to wear glasses (with a lesser prescription than you originally had) during the corneal molding process.

Also, in some cases, mild glare and halos might persist even after maximum corneal molding correction.

Fitting corneal molding lenses is a more time-consuming process and requires more expertise than fitting regular contact lenses. It requires a series of office visits and potentially multiple sets of lenses. Each eye care practitioner determines his or her own fees for this process, based in part on the doctor’s level of expertise, time required and lens costs.

For a consultation or more information, you can reach Dr. Therrien at Weston Family Eyecare, 4472 Weston Road, (954) 888-9393. Dr. Therrien and her staff look forward to exceeding your expectations.

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he anterior crucial ligament (ACL) is a vital

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Also, many people are tearing their ACL’s while skiing.

The most common story by patients is that something suddenly happened on the knee and they heard or felt a “pop” with immediate swelling and guarding.

The physical examination demonstrates that the knee is “loose,” comes out of its normal socket, and there is swelling and guarding.

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Most of these patients are young and athletic and most of them will require surgical intervention to fix the problem. Again, the problem is an unstable knee joint because of a tear of the ACL. You can fix the knee joint by using your own tissue (from patella tendon area or from hamstrings). In older athletes or patients who want to minimize the size of the scars and time in the operating room, you can use transplant tissue to replace the torn ACL. The surgery is outpatient and arthroscopic in nature with small wounds and takes approximately one or two hours to do.

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The success rate and achievement of this goal is very high and most patients are very happy that they had the surgery. Not everybody is a candidate for surgery and in this type of older sedentary patient a strenuous physical therapy protocol is established and with the protection of a brace most of them can return to sports.

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veryone eats , but how many individuals

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Mindful eating is important to help the body and mind feel nourished and satisfied. Many times we eat without thinking about it. We eat when we are stressed, sad or bored.

Food is nourishment and should be consumed with both enjoyment and awareness. When food is consumed in order to satisfy hunger, it is better metabolized: that is, nutrients are better absorbed and digested. When we eat for emotional reasons, we run the risk of overeating, resulting in poor food choices which lead to excess fat storage in the body. To help us eat more mindfully, we must make the time to plan, prepare, and eat our food in a leisurely manner.

Here are a few Mindful Eating tips: Schedule It In -- Just like we plan our day with appointments, activities and exercise, we must plan the time to have our meals. This may mean getting up a bit earlier to make the time to have breakfast, without rushing out the door and eating it in the car. By giving ourselves the time to eat in the morning, it allows us the opportunity to digest. This aids in promoting regular bowel habits which are crucial for health and well-being.

Enjoy The Meal -- Planning a lunch or dinner time is also crucial. Our midday meal should be the larger meal, as the body has more time to utilize the calories than one eaten closer to bed time. Eating with family or friends, or surrounded by nature or a quiet atmosphere is preferable to eating in front of the television or in a different environment loaded with distractions. It is important to be present with the food that is being eaten and to enjoy the smells, tastes and textures.

Slow Down -- Equally important is taking the time to eat. If one eats too quickly, one may consume more than is needed and may feel too full at the end of the meal. It takes about 20 minutes for the stomach to signal the brain that it is full. So slow down. Place the fork down between bites, chew food thoroughly and enjoy each bite.

Awareness -- Assessing our hunger and fullness before and after a meal helps us keep an awareness of eating to satisfy and nourish our bodies. If we wait too long to eat, we may end up making the wrong food choices and overeat. In addition, evaluating if we are hungry before we eat will help us when we are seeking out food for comfort or as a diversion from whatever emotion we feel.

By being more attentive to each moment of planning, preparing and eating our meals, the more natural and instinctive our eating and weight management will be. Being more mindful with each process is an integral part of our enjoyment and well-being that nourishes the body and mind. Sometimes challenging to do, but the results? Delicious!

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Rotary Horse Heroes Project Partners With Vets

By Doug Maymon, Rotary Club of Weston

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he H orse H eroes Project is a unique program created by Weston Rotarian Keil Hackley.

She is committed to giving back to the community through her love of horses and children. With the help of the Rotary Club of Weston, Keil spearheaded a program called Helping Children Heal at the Plantation General Hospital.

Through this project, Rotarians and their family members visited children being treated in the hospital who did not have families of their own.

Keil was able to meld two of her passions, horses and children, into a program named The Horse Heroes Project. Through her contacts within the Broward Sherriff’s Office, the BSO Mounted Posse partnered with Weston Rotary to produce a literacy program with Children’s Harbor, a nonprofit group servicing at-risk kids.

The program encourages the children living at the foster care facility to read Black Beauty and other books to the horses. The nonjudgmental interaction of the horses proved to be very therapeutic to the kids involved.

The Rotary Club of Weston is also very proactive with the veterans of the Alexander Nininger State Veterans Nursing Home. Rotarians brought The Horse Heroes Project to the nursing home to interact with the vets. The facility’s director was extremely enthusiastic and stated “it is like Christmas all over again”.

The day of this event, 35 veterans from the nursing home participated, along with Rotary Club members and members of the BSO Mounted Posse. Colonel Don Maines, who heads the Posse, gave a presentation on how the horses are specially trained for various situations, such as crowd control, search and rescue missions, parades, and community service, such as “what they are doing today intermingling with our Veterans.”

The program was a very memorable one for Keil Hackley, whose own father served with distinction in the United States Army and is interred in Arlington National Cemetery.

“This is what it is all about,” Keil remarked.

“Seeing the smiles, the looks of joy on the faces of the Vets, the way they radiate while interacting with the horses is priceless and makes it all worthwhile.”

To learn more about the Rotary Club of Weston and all that it does to help the community, visit www.WestonRotary.com.

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breast and topped with a succulent habanero creamy sauce and served with rice and beans. Our Los Sopes were voted “best dish” by I Love Tacos guests. These are small corn dough caps topped with beans, your choice of meat, lettuce, tomato, pico de gallo, cheese and sour cream.

Of course, our menu also features a selection of more popular Mexican dishes, such as tacos, burritos, quesadillas, tostadas and enchiladas, all prepared to perfection with your choice of filling. Choices include The staff of I Love Tacos Weston. Photo courtesy E&A Photography picadillo and chipotle (seasoned ground beef), f you love tacos, or burritos or quesadilcarnitas (pork), carne asada (churrasco steak), las or even enchiladas, then you will love I Love pastor (pork with grilled pineapple), chicken Tacos. The restaurant is celebrating its one year tinga (shredded chicken), and rajas con crema anniversary of serving authentic Mexican cuisine (vegetables). Our Tacos Locos were awarded to Weston diners. Although a relative newcomer in the Best Taco award from Reader’s Choice. The the restaurant scene, I Love Tacos has earned rave reviews including being voted Best New Restaurant La Tampiquena is a guest favorite. It features churrasco steak served with one enchilada,

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You can add chicken, carne asada or carnitas.

Pozole is a staple of Mexican cuisine. It’s a pork, chicken and hominy rice dish rich in spiciness and flavor. Another authentic Mexican dish is the Sopa de Pollo. It’s a richly flavored chicken and vegetable soup topped with tortilla strips and served with onion, cilantro, jalapeno peppers and lime on the side. Trying any of these dishes will give you a true taste of traditional Mexican cuisine.

Aside from award-winning, authentic Mexican food, what can diners expect to find at I Love Tacos? You’ll find unique décor,

full of color and vibe, and joyful, friendly and familiar faces. Our wait staff is trained to provide top service in the most friendly atmosphere. In addition, we offer live entertainment on Friday and Saturday nights.

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lifetime and leave the details to us. Our passion for great food and attention to detail is what makes us the best choice for your party planning needs. Our full service catering department can arrange for any and all tableware rentals, mariachi bands and anything else you can imagine to create the perfect party experience. Whether it’s a gracious sit down dinner or a beautifully displayed buffet, I Love Tacos takes pride in the ability to create a unique and memorable experience to impress you and all of your guests.

Exceptional flavor and unique dishes are a trademark of I Love Tacos. Our goal is to give our diners an extraordinary dining experience every single visit. All of our authentic Mexican Is there anything else you dishes are prepared with the freshwould like readers to know est ingredients and served in abunabout I Love Tacos? We dant portions. The key to our quality strongly believe and are comThe Los Sopes were voted “best The Tacos Locos were awarded the Best and authentic flavors is the team of dish” by I Love Tacos guests.

Taco award from Reader’s Choice. mitted to offering the Weston expert Mexican chefs that work in community the best authentic our kitchen. Our original chef, the Mexican food, the best service award-winning Omar Covarrubias, helped creDoes you have any specialty and building relationships within ate our original menu and opened the doors for dishes? We are pleased to offer the community we serve. We many talented Mexican chefs who have conseveral authentic Mexican dishes sure are thankful for the support tinued to add their favorite authentic Mexican that are special to our Weston we’ve received since the first day dishes to our extensive menu. restaurant. Tamales is a traditional we opened from business ownMesoamerican dish made from ers, moms, kids, schools, churches Do you have any dishes you are known for? masa (corn-based dough) which and the community.

For starters, I would recommend the fresh-made is steamed or boiled in a leaf guacamole and chips or the Mexican Nachos wrapper. Each order comes with I Love Tacos is located at 2203 N. Commerce (Ignacio) which are topped with I Love Tacos’ three tamales: chicken, pork and Chef Omar Covarrubias, Parkway in the Comfort Inn Hotel Plaza. It three cheese sauce, pico de gallo and delirajas con crema. Alambres is a creator of the original serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Hours cious picadillo (ground beef). For entrees, try I Love Tacos menu. traditional recipe from the north of operation are Monday through Thursday from the award-winning Wet Burrito which features of Mexico featuring a choice of 8am to 9pm, Friday from 8am to 11pm, Saturday chipotle ground beef, Mexican cheese, rice and steak, chicken or mixed, prepared from 10am to 11pm, and Sunday from 10am to 9pm. For more inforbeans covered with our delicious creamy three with red and green peppers, onions and topped mation go to www.ilovetacosrestaurant.com or call (954) 515-0120. cheese sauce and served with chips. Another with cheese, and served with flour tortillas.

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eston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center is dedicated to providing stateof-the-art medical aesthetic procedures under the direction of Phanor Calle, MD. He is an expert in non-invasive aesthetic techniques for anti-aging and body contouring designed to make clients look their best and feel more confident about their appearance.

Dr. Calle explains his background and the numerous treatment options available to patients at Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center.

What is your background? I received my

MD degree with highest honors from Robert Packer Hospital in Pennsylvania Phanor Calle, MD, and my Aesthetic Medicine is the Founding Director of Weston Board Certification from Medical Clinic & the American Academy Cosmetic Center. of Aesthetic Medicine (AAAM). I have been in practice here in Weston for the past 15 years.

Not only am I the Founding Director of Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center, but I am also Founding Director of GloxiniaLife® by Dr. Calle, a private skin care company. In addition to being a practicing aesthetic medicine physician, I am also helping train the next generation of doctors in this field. I am a physician trainer for multiple aesthetic companies including CosmoFrance, American Academy of Aesthetic Medicine, and ThermiAesthetics. I have been featured as an expert source on Spanish language stations Telemundo and America TeVe.

of all treatment recommendations. My highly trained and licensed aestheticians and laser technologists work under my direct supervision.

Everyone here is knowledgeable and friendly.

Weston Medical Clinic C O S M E T I C

Clinic & Cosmetic Center offers a variety of skin care services including facials, acne treatments, Botox®, fillers, Sculptra®, laser, radiofrequency, and micro-needling techniques for skin rejuvenation and treatment of acne scars. We see patients ages 15 and older.

What is micro-needling? Micro-needling uses

a pen-like instrument with multiple needles to pierce the skin and trigger collagen production.

This enhances rejuvenation results and is far safer for the client because there is much less epidermal damage. It can be used to improve scarring (acne scarring and keloid scars), hyperpigmentation and stretch marks. It can also be used to retexturize the skin. Micro-needling is just as effective as ablative treatments such as Fraxel, IPL, laser resurfacing, and chemical peels, but its pricing is a fraction of the price of these leading alternatives. I am a Physician Trainer on the best use of Dr. Dermic Pen® micro-needling technique.

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What do you offer that is new in the cosmetic medicine field? Patients today are

demanding faster, less invasive procedures with little, if any, downtime that can reduce those pockets of unwanted fat that don’t respond to diet and exercise, as well as tighten loose sagging skin. I am pleased to provide ThermiRF, the newest advancement in tissue tightening and non-surgical fat reduction for body contouring.

How does ThermiRF work? Unlike lasers, with ThermiRF the radiofrequency energy stimulates the production of collagen (which supports the skin) from within. This treatment can be used to tighten the skin of the face, neck, back, chest and arms. Many patients choose this skin tightening technique to enhance the results of their spot fat reduction or to improve their facial and body contours. I am part of the Clinical Advisory Council for ThermiAesthetics.

Is ThermiRF safe? Absolutely! ThermiRF is the first aesthetic therapy with temperature control. This means the clinician can set the desired temperature and deliver the therapy reducing risk of burns to the patient. It is a micro invasive procedure performed in our office with a local anesthetic.

What do you recommend patients use to maintain their new youthful appearance? I created a private skin care line called

on the best use of injectables (such as Botox®, Dysport® and Xeomin®, Juvederm®, Juvederm Voluma™ XC, Belotero Balance®, Perlane®, and Restylane®), micro-needling (Dr. Dermic® Pen), chemical peels and lasers.

I take great pride in listening to my patient’s desires, keeping their concerns at the forefront

Phanor Calle M.D

What services do you offer? Weston Medical

As a Physician Training Center, what do you do? I assist in the training of other physicians

What differentiates Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center from other practices?

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Dr. Calle is pleased to provide patients with ThermiRF which stimulates collagen production to tighten the skin of the face and neck, as well as arms, back and chest.

GloxiniaLife® by Dr. Calle. These are medical grade skincare products with a diverse portfolio of superior, technologically-based formulas containing highly concentrated actives to improve the skin’s overall health and appearance. GloxiniaLife® by Dr. Calle is available at Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center, select medspas, doctor’s Dr. Calle has created a private offices, and online skin care line at www.gloxinialcalled GloxiniaLife®

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Weston Medical Clinic & Cosmetic Center is located at 17120 Royal Palm Boulevard, Suite 4. To schedule an appointment or consultation with Dr. Calle call (954) 385-9711. To learn more, go to www. doctorcalle.com or find him on Facebook (Phanor Calle MD), Twitter and Linkedin.

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lender Fit U is helping clients turn their

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Geri Kelleher, Owner and Program Director, answered some commonly asked questions about the program.

Why do people call you the “HCG Guru”? Seven years ago, I lost 25 lbs. on the diet and it changed my life. For the past six years, I have helped thousands of people achieve their weight loss goals with this program.

The best part of my job is seeing people change before my eyes and watching them get their confidence back.

Geri Kelleher, Owner and How does Slender Program Director Fit U differ from similar programs? My clients tell me that the difference is the way we treat people. We stay involved with all of our clients; they are not just a number. If they miss an appointment, we call them.

We make sure that every client gets the proper guidance and support throughout the program and achieves their weight loss goals. Also, we don’t water down the HCG. We give it in the strongest dosage for weight loss. We also give injectable prescription B12.

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What is HCG? HCG (Human Chronic Gonadotropin) is a complex amino-peptide protein that exists in men and women.

During pregnancy, it is produced in very high levels and almost completely controls the metabolic function. In non-pregnant individuals, research suggests HCG similarly increases the metabolism.

Does the HCG have side effects? There are no side effects reported while using HCG for weight loss. The amount of HCG used in the diet protocol is a very tiny dose.

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Why did you decide to lose weight? I have always been chunky. When I turned 35, my body started responding differently and I gained a lot of weight. I had difficulty breathing, walking and sleeping. I always felt swollen and tired, and spent most of my time at home on the couch. I have tried every diet out there. I was contemplating surgery, but decided April Claxton lost 40 lbs. in six weeks. to try Slender Fit U first.

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People are looking at me instead of past me. I feel pretty and alive!

Why were you more successful with Slender Fit U than other diets? I never had a real coach who supported me throughout the process. Geri answered all of my questions and helped me stay on track. She wanted me to succeed as much as I did. In addition, I saw instant results, with a 10 lb. loss in only ten days. When I saw how well my body responded, I knew I had found the right program.

Does the diet involve exercise? Exercise is not required and does not improve your end result. It is a scientific program and it is the combination of the HCG and the low calorie diet that produces the weight/fat loss. However, exercise is allowed.

Can you purchase HCG over the counter? No. Real HCG cannot be purchased over the counter.

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Consultations are free and by appointment. For information and to see more before and after photos, visit www.SlenderFitU.com or call 954-423-1376.

Is the diet easy? To quote one of my clients, “Besides being the most effective diet I have ever gone on, this was the easiest diet I have ever been on. Almost every morning when I got on the scale, my weight would be down. No long workouts, no agonizing hunger pains. That’s how great this diet is.”

What foods are on the diet? There are no packaged meals. You are eating real food from the grocery store that includes protein, fruit and vegetables. This makes it an easy transition onto stabilization, as well as regular eating and regular life.

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By Stacey Bomser

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here’s a new restaurant in town that will tempt the taste buds of fans of fusion cuisine.

Mochika Peru Bistro features the flavors of Peruvian, Italian and French cuisine.

According to owner Hector Fabio Alonso, this new concept is based on the success of his first restaurant in Cali, Colombia. He explains what diners can expect to find on the unique menu at Mochika Peru Bistro.

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about your restaurant? Mochika Peruvian Bistro invites everyone to experience

our unique fusion Peruvian menu. Our food is prepared by an authentic Peruvian chef with more than 18 years of experience working at some of the finest restaurants in Peru. During the week we are pleased to serve an executive lunch menu. We accept reservations through Open Table.

Mochika Peru Bistro is located at 2219 N. Commerce Parkway in the Comfort Suites Plaza. The restaurant is open Monday through Thursday from 11:30am to 3pm for lunch and again from 6pm to 10pm for dinner.

It is open Fridays from 11:30am to 11pm and Saturday from 12pm to 11pm. Sunday hours are from 1pm to 9pm. For more information call (954) 389-8871, visit www.mochikaperubistro.com, or find them on Facebook and Instragram.

What do you serve? In Mochika Peru Bistro you can find seafood, salads, steaks and chicken. We always offer the best quality in our products. All ingredients are fresh and natural to guarantee the authentic taste of each dish. Diners will enjoy a variety of exotic Peruvian dishes that they have never tried before in any other Peruvian restaurant, as well as delicious desserts created exclusively by our Peruvian chef.

What distinguishes Mochika Peru Bistro from other restaurants?

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brightest students need help. For the past twenty years, Michael Eldeiry, owner and operator of Broward Tutorial Services, Inc., has been providing expert test preparation and tutoring for high school and middle school students. Michael answers some commonly asked questions about his company.

What services do you provide? We provide small group test prepara-

tion, private and pairs tutoring, one day workshops, and diagnostic testing to prepare students for college entrance exams, including SAT, ACT and PSAT, as well as preparation for high school entrance exams and high school subject tests.

What distinguishes you from other test prep centers?

Broward Tutorial Services is founded on the premise that all test prep and tutoring is only as good as the teacher in the room.

For that reason, everything is taught by myself or Adam Moss, or by full time tutors hand-selected and trained by us. Adam and I are both former college professors who now do test prep full time. Adam has a Broward Tutorial Services Office Manager Lisa Cohen, Owner Mike BS in English from the University Eldeiry and Tutor Adam Moss. of Florida and an MS in English from Florida International University. I have a BS in Biology from Tufts University, an MA in Biology from Harvard University, and an MBA from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.

What is your success rate? We work with students at all levels and our average improvement on the SAT is over 300 points and on the ACT is over 4 points.

Seventy of our students have received perfect scores and 30% of our students have scored in the 90th percentile.

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about Broward Tutorial Services? The importance of the SAT and ACT can-

not be overstated. After the high school transcript, test scores are the most important factor for admissions into college and for scholarship money. The tests are very different from school work and are constantly changing, so you need an expert to teach you about the tests and guide you through the process.

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Pol Realty Opens Doors to Home Ownership

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ol Realty is a boutique real estate firm that works with buyers

and sellers, both locally and internationally, to help make the home buying and selling process smooth and hassle-free. The firm, which has been serving the Weston community for the past seven years, recently moved into a new office to better serve clients.

Principal Broker and Owner Ana Maria Pol answers some commonly asked questions about her business.

What services do you provide? Pol Realty helps clients sell their

properties quickly and effectively by providing broad exposure of their property to potential buyers in the United States, Latin America and Spain.

We help families find the right home so they can enjoy their new neighborhood relationship and live life to the fullest. We have agents specialized in every area of Broward, Miami-Dade and West Palm Beach, so we can give our investor clients a thorough analysis of all the neighborhoods and help them make the right decision. We also offer property management and rental services.

What distinguishes you from other real estate agencies? Pol Realty

is a small firm of only seven agents which allows us to provide our clients very personalized and focused attention. Clients work with the same agent from beginning to the end and beyond. We create relationships with our clients that last a lifetime.

What affiliations do you have? We have a partnership with Rent-

A-House International, a real estate firm that has been in business in Venezuela for 44 years and has 750 agents in Latin America and Spain.

Our clients’ properties are not only promoted in Florida and the rest of the

United States, but across all of Latin America. This helps our clients sell their houses faster and at a good price.

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about you or Pol Realty? As a realtor

I feel it is important to be involved in the community in which I live and work. I am a big advocate for our children’s education and wellbeing. I have served on the PTA Executive Board of my sons’ schools since elementary school and am now on the PTA Executive Board at Cypress Bay High School.

Pol Realty is located at 2900 Glades Circle, Suite 1350. It is open Monday Pol Realty Principal Broker and Owner Ana Maria Pol (left) with agents Beatriz, Veroushka and Irina. through Friday from 9am to 6pm, or by appointment. For more information call (954) 300-3245, visit www.POLrealty.com, or email POLrealty@gmail.com. Follow them on Twitter @POLrealty, Facebook at POL Rentahouse, and on LinkedIn at Ana Maria Alvazrez Pol.

American Military Academy of Florida Is “Building a Better World…One Student at a Time”

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he American Military Academy of Florida (AMAOF) believes that in addition to an excellent education, it is important to provide students with character development, personal motivation and values, honor, patriotism and leadership, for these are the skills needed for future success.

AMAOF provides students/cadets from preschool through fifth grade with a faith-based, A Beka academic curriculum and programs founded on the military’s high standards of discipline, conduct and patriotism.

Mr. Louis Rivera, MS, headmaster, explains AMAOF’s educational philosophy and curriculum.

Please describe your school. At AMAOF we follow the very highest

standards in early childhood and elementary education. Our experienced teachers, all of whom hold education degrees and are certified, provide the very finest traditional setting where children grow in all areas of life.

Our students benefit from high academic and spiritual standards with an emphasis on patriotism and character development. A variety of extracurricular interests, such as music, physical training, Spanish, art, military customs and courtesies also play an important role in our school program.

What age students do you accept? Our preschool program is for

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children ages 18 months through VPK. Our elementary school program is for students in Kindergarten through fifth grade.

What distinguishes American Military Academy of Florida from other private schools? Our mission is to educate

students within a military environment with Christian values. Our school builds leaders of character – for the future, for the community, for the country and for the world.

Our small class size ratios provide students with individualized attention from certified teachers. Students benefit from an advanced curriculum and special enrichment classes.

Is there anything else would like readers to know about American Military Academy of Florida? Parents are our partners in education

and also very important in our school. We strongly encourage and provide opportunities for all of our parents to get involved in education to ensure their child’s success in school.

American Military Academy of Florida is located at 19620 Pines Boulevard in Pembroke Pines. The school day begins at 8am and dismisses at 3pm. Early care from 7am and after care until 6pm is available. For more information on American Military Academy of Florida call (954) 237-0905 or (954) 237-0906, visit www.AMAOFL.com, email LR@amaofl.com, or find them on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Let the Experts at ADIP Electric Light Up Your World

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DIP Electric is a state-licensed, fully-insured and bonded electrical contracting company specializing in custom electrical work. With over 20 years of experience, the owners of ADIP Electric take pride in running their business with integrity, honesty and most importantly, respect.

ADIP Electric CEO and Co-Founder Kelly Shears answers some commonly asked questions about her company.

What services do you provide? ADIP Electric is the “one stop shop”

for all of your electrical needs. Whether it’s customizing a lighting design package for the interior of your home or the exterior landscape, installing a one-of-a-kind designer chandelier along with an electric chandelier lift for easy bulb replacement and cleaning, or installing and programming a custom state-of-the-art computerized smart home system, we do it all.

Describe your business. ADIP

Is there anything else you would like readers to know about ADIP Electric? Our electricians are

Electric provides custom electrical services to homeowners and businesses that either prefer or require extra attention be paid to their scope of work in the remodeling or new construction project. We are the company to call if you want an electrical contractor who will work with integrity, honesty and go the extra mile for you. When quality matters turn to ADIP Electric.

What distinguishes you from your competition? We work hands

on with every aspect of a project and guarantee all of our work for a year.

This approach has won us accreditation with the Better Business Bureau and the respect of our fellow members of the International Association of Electrical Inspectors (IAEI).

on-call to handle all of your emergency needs. In addition to standard electrical work and custom lighting design, we also install generators, pool and fountain lighting, and even holiday lights. We can also help you update the look of your home by installing under cabinet lighting in the kitchen or new bathroom lighting.

To learn more about ADIP Electric’s services visit www.ADIPelectric.com. To schedule an appointment call (954) 926-6415 or email KShears@ADIPelectric.com.

Listen and Learn, Wine and Dine at All That Jazz

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ll That Jazz Café is not your typical restaurant. On weekend nights it is a hip dinner club, serving outstanding food and playing live music. By day it operates as “NY Music Academy”, teaching music lessons to all ages on all instruments and voice by expert music instructors and professional musicians.

Owner Michael Kolber explains this unique formula that is making All That Jazz Café and New York Music Academy a destination for foodies and music lovers alike.

What is All That Jazz Cafe and New York Music Academy? For the

past ten years, New York Music Academy has been teaching music lessons in the west Broward County area to students of all ages, from first-time beginners to advanced players. Our faculty consists of 12 highly skilled, experienced, professional college-degreed music instructors.

Along with teaching all instruments to all ages (young children, teenagers and adults), we offer a wonderful variety of student bands and ensembles, such as pop bands, rock bands, jazz ensembles and vocal ensembles, which allow our students the incredible experience of playing and performing music with others. This unique approach, combining private music lessons with group bands and ensemble classes, provides a complete, comprehensive music learning experience.

What distinguishes you from your competition? What truly makes us unique is our “All That Jazz Café & Grill”. It is fast becoming one of South Florida’s premier spots for delicious food and great live music. I would describe the

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menu as a wonderful blend of American, New Orleans and world cuisines.

From specialty tacos and original pasta dishes to flame grilled steaks and fresh seafood, our food is all-natural, homemade and always cooked to order. As far as the music goes, this place is like a really cool jazz or blues club that you might find in New York City or Chicago. It’s a cozy, warm place decorated with pictures of famous music legends. There are two full-size grand pianos and enough room for a full band. There is simply no place like this in South Florida.

What else would you like readers to know about All That Jazz Café and New York Music Academy? If you, or your child, want to learn a

musical instrument, come to our New York Music Academy.

We offer music lessons along with frequent recitals and performance opportunities at very affordable prices, with flexible schedules, friendly policies, and no long-term contracts. If you are looking for a unique, casual place to go to dinner, where you can enjoy a delicious meal and live music also at an affordable price, try All That Jazz Café & Grill, serving dinner every Friday and Saturday night from 5:3011:30. The Café is also available for your private parties and special events.

All That Jazz Café and New York Music Academy are located at 3491 North Hiatus Road in Sunrise, at the northwest corner of Hiatus and Oakland Park Boulevard (one mile from the Sawgrass Mills Mall). The music academy is open from 9am to 9pm every day (call for an appointment). The restaurant is open Friday and Saturday from 5:30-11pm. For more information on New York Music Academy call (954) 572-9399 or visit www.newyorkmusicacademy.org. For information on All That Jazz Cafe call (954) 572-0821 or visit www.AllThatJazzCafe.com.

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Snapshots from school

Nicholas Petron, Bryan Bartley, Bryan Torres and Amari Freeman work for the Miami Dolphins at JA BizTown.

Allan Fully takes his job at the BSO very seriously.

Reporter Luis Villafare reads the news.

Young Professionals

Savannah Adams double checks her figures as the CFO of Holy Cross Hospital.

Saloni Rao and Andres Cabrero fuel their boats for the race.

Veedant Mutha and Pranav Dayal watch to see whose boat is fastest.

Fifth graders from Country Isles Elementary discovered how the “real world” works at JA BizTown. The young “citizens” were able to work in one of 18 public and private businesses within the mini-city where they also paid taxes, donated to charity, made business decisions, and much more. Possible professions included accountant, doctor, TV reporter, and even mayor. To prepare for their trip to BizTown, students completed a pre-visit curriculum program to learn basic economic principles such as how to manage a personal bank accountant. JA BizTown is run by Junior Achievement of South Florida.

5th graders Anabella Benson (left) and Jazmin Toro conduct a science experiment.

Science Day

Elementary students at Weston Christian Academy enjoyed Science Day. Kindergarten through fifth graders participated in six different hands-on projects. They all had an opportunity to complete the activities and record observations in their Science lab journal.

Emilio Cardenas practices for the big race.

Physics Fans

As part of a science lesson on force and motion, students in Mrs. Romero’s second grade gifted/high achiever class at Imagine Charter School created balloon powered boats. The students learned how the force of air propulsion works sending their boat into motion. They were able to design their boats any way they wanted and race their boats against a partner.

Denim Donation

The Cypress Bay PTSA organized a Teens for Jeans event and collected 1,178 pairs of jeans.

Teens for Jeans is sponsored by Aeropostale.

The company will donate the jeans to homeless young people. The school that collects the most jeans will win a $10,000 grant.

Brandon Kerby and Trace Wolf pack boxes with donations for Teens for Jeans.

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Gift of Sight

Students in Mrs. Fuhr’s fourth grade class at Indian Trace Elementary School visited the Walmart Vision Center in Pembroke Pines to donate the more than 700 pairs of glasses they collected. Manager Ray Sabates will send the glasses to the Lions Club to be sorted and distributed to people around the world in need of prescription eyeglasses and sunglasses. He told students about meeting children overseas who walked miles just to receive an eye exam and eyeglasses from Lions Club. Mr. Sabates thanked the students for their philanthropic efforts and presented the class with certificates and cake.

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snapshots from school

Ms. Meyer’s 2nd grade class.

Assistant Principal Daphne Browne works the drive-thru window.

Mrs. House’s 1st grade class.

Second grade teacher Debbie Kozlowski and Arianna Nadorfy.

McTeacher’s Night

Indian Trace Elementary students and families visited the McDonald’s in Weston Lakes Plaza for McTeacher’s Night. Teachers and administrators took turns taking orders behind the counter and in the drive-thru. McDonald’s donates a percentage of sales from the night back to the school. Indian Trace Elementary will use the money to increase and improve technology.

Ms. Oesch’s 2nd grade class at the book fair.

Ready, Set, Read!

Music Teacher Linda Saver poses for a picture with everyone’s favorite class clown, Ronald McDonald.

Book Fair Fiesta was the theme for the Scholastic Book Fair organized by the Gator Run Elementary PTA. Mrs. House’s first grade class and Ms. Meyer’s second grade class each won a treat-filled piñata for being the classes with the highest percentage of participation at the book fair’s opening night.

Proceeds will help benefit school improvements.

Aspiring Journalist

Congratulations to Cypress Bay junior Lisa Burgoa. She has been selected to represent the state of Florida at the 2014 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference. She will receive a $1,000 college scholarship and an all-expensespaid trip to attend a one-week conference in Washington, D.C. Only one student per state is selected.

Cypress Bay Newspaper Advisor Rhonda Weiss with Lisa Burgoa.

Paver Project

Broward County School Board members Robin Bartleman and Laurie Rich Levinson joined Assistant Principal Dave Segarra and Principal Dr. Mark Kaplan for the opening of the new courtyard area outside the sixth grade center at Falcon Cove Middle School. After the county installed a new drainage system, the school’s PTA paid for the area to be covered with pavers and added ten new picnic benches.

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Game Night

The Eagle Point Elementary cafeteria was filled with students and families enjoying the Foundation’s first ever Pasta Dinner and Bingo Night.

Everyone enjoyed a delicious dinner and dessert, followed by 10 games of bingo. The Dr. Rick Knabb and his son Parker, a children were thrilled to see third grader, are ready to play bingo. teachers from every grade serving as the bingo game callers, and the principal and vice principal even joined in the fun by serving dinner and pulling the names for the raffles. The sold-out event raised over $10,000 and is sure to become one of the school’s signature, not-to-be-missed events.

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Snapshots from school Tooth Talk

Dr. Samira Alempour from Pediatric Dentistry of Weston taught Mrs. Charpentier’s and Mrs. Sznapstajler’s classes at Gator Run Elementary the importance of brushing, flossing and good dental hygiene. The kindergarten and first grade students got to practice proper brushing techniques on stuffed animals. Dr. Alempour also shared good nutritional tips, such as eating lots of fruits and vegetables, with the children to help keep their teeth healthy for a lifetime of beautiful smiles.

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Students at Temple Dor Dorim’s Early Childhood Center were treated to an incredible, interactive presentation as part of the Weston Philharmonic Society’s In Schools Music program. William Stuart taught the children about the origin of many different drums and the sounds they make, then the kids got to “rock” out!

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Students at A Children’s Carousel welcomed spring with their annual Spring Hat Parade. The children decorated and donned spring-themed hats and paraded around the preschool. Former students are invited back to participate in this favorite program.

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Seen On Scene

KID Auxiliary Event Chair Lori Segaul with KID Auxiliary Member Lisa Schultz.

Robin Lebowitz, Ibby Schulman, Cathy Jaffe, Johanna Lundgren and Lori Adelson.

Gertrude Russ, Joann Kaylin, Lisa Donner, Anita Robrish and Jean Knobel.

Comedy Night

The Weston-based Kids In Distress Auxiliary hosted a night of laughs.

Guests enjoyed cocktails, silent auction and raffles, followed by a delicious dinner and sidesplitting laughs watching Laffing Matterz “With A Vengeance.” The event raised funds to benefit the Kids in Distress, a community supported agency dedicated to the care and treatment of abused children, the prevention of child abuse and the preservation of family.

Mary Blake Kinsloe, Donna Goodner, Rita Poh and Lynn Michaelides.

Karen Saster (standing, left), Debbie Nyman, Susan Linch, Lynn Wolfson (seated, left), and Linda Bick.

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The B’nai Aviv Sisterhood hosted Mah Jongg Night at the synagogue.

Approximately 60 women attended the social event, 24 of whom were taught to play mah jongg by four sisterhood members. The Sisterhood hosts various events throughout the year with the purpose of letting female members get to know each other and to raise funds to provide financial support for B’nai Aviv.

Weston’s annual Family Fun Ride & Bike Rodeo was a huge success. Children learned important bike safety skills at the BSO Bike Rodeo, families enjoyed a safe roadway biking experience, and professional BMX stunt riders impressed everyone with their incredible tricks.

Photos courtesy City of Weston

Dedicated Volunteer

Congratulations to Weston’s Amy McGraw. She was presented with the Volunteer of the Year Award by the CUNA Marketing and Business Development Council. McGraw is vice president of marketing for Tropical Financial Credit Union.

She was recognized for her work including serving on two Council committees, participating at its annual conference, volunteering to facilitate sessions, and posting to the Council’s social media channels.

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Ron Bergeron (right) with Brian Quail, President/CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County.

Ranch Roam

“Alligator” Ron Bergeron opened his Green Glades Ranch in Weston for the 18th annual Ranch Roam to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County. The event raised $300,000. Highlights of the evening’s festivities included a special performance by Ron Bergeron’s daughter, Diamond Rose, and professional alligator wrestling by Paul Bedard of Animal Planet’s Gator Boys.

Seen on scene

Lunch Bunch

Members of the Weston Friends Club enjoyed a delicious lunch at the M-Cafe in Midtown Athletic Club. Lunch Bunch is just one of many activities the Weston Friends Club hosts each month.

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Weston-based band Fondo Blanco was one of the headlining acts at Many Cultures, One People presented by JFS of Broward County. The show featured a variety of performances from numerous cultures exhibiting the richness and diversity of life in South Florida.

Weston’s Rochelle Koenig (far right) served as one of the hostesses for the Friends of the NSU Museum of Art/Fort Lauderdale’s Glackens and Gatsby Tea. Guests enjoyed viewing the Glackens exhibit, which will soon be installed in the Barnes Museum in Philadelphia.

The fundraiser raised over $20,000 for the NSU Museum of Art | Fort Lauderdale and the Friends named scholarship at the AutoNation Academy of Art + Design.

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