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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

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

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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Happy Mother’s Day!

ou ’ ve probably heard the expression “April

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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-

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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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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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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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.

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Fiesta Night to Benefit Staples for Spring Harvest Drive By Stacey BomseR

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

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.” For more information, visit www.HonorFlightSouthFlorida.org.

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Weston Hosts Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics Collection By Stacey Bomser

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.

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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.

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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. 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and how it’s getting in the way of human interaction and connection,” explains Daniela, who produced the PSA ested in filmmaking when, at the age of six, her for Cypress Bay’s weekly TV show “Aftershock.” father allowed her to use his video camera. She’s These were not her first awards. Daniela’s list of been making her own movies ever since, and now has accomplishments includes third place at the 2013 Palm her own production company, Twenty-Four Productions. 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

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.

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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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? By Dr. Jean-Claude Nerette

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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.

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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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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.

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.

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.

Marianna Jimenez’s favorite piece was Young Girls on the River Bank by Pierre-Auguste Renoir.

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Cypress Bay Class of 2014 Draws Attention of College Admissions Directors By Stacey Bomser

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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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.

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.”

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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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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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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. 2.

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New Federal Rules Help Homeowners Facing Foreclosure By Omar J. Arcia, Esq. Foreclosure Defense and Consumer Bankruptcy Protection Attorney

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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.

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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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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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: • • • • • •

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It’s A Pain In The Neck! By Dr. Behar and Dr. Browner

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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! For a consultation or more information you can reach Dr. Behar and Dr. Browner at Windmill Health Center in Weston at 954217-4881. They also have two additional locations to serve you in Pembroke Pines and Plantation. Contact the Weston location for more information.

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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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