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Contents

feature story 14 Developmental Pre-School and Kindergarten Offers an Enriching Pre-School Experience for your Child

School news 18 Firewall Students at Bair Middle To Participate in 2014 Serve-A-Thon 19 Theatre Returns To Piper High School

Legally Speaking

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Sunrise Student Creates Swim Event To Spread The Word About Autism

COMMUNITY NEWS 10 Thousands of Residents Enjoy City’s 6th Annual Earth Day Festival 12 Trip to D.C. is a Dream Come True for Sunrise Resident 16 Broward County Gator Club Enjoys Family Fun at Markham Park

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20 Some Commonly Asked Questions

Home Decor 23 Cozy Bedroom

ask the expert 22 Understanding Home Equity Loans 24 Brushing Can Improve Your Child’s GPA 26 The Unstable Knee Joint -- ACL Tears

MAYOR’S MESSAGE

28 Playing the Game of Chess Makes Kids in Sunrise Smarter

Message From The Fire Chief 29 Severe Weather Plans Can Keep You and Your Family Safe

Photo of the month 29 The World’s Favorite Newspaper™

pet of the month 30 “Hayden”

Seen on Scene 32 Community Snapshots

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4th edit author Wings For Life World Run – The Wings for Life World Run is a global effort to raise funds and awareness for spinal cord research. The race begins locally at 6 a.m. at the BB&T Center in Sunrise. For more information about Wings for Life, visit www. wingsforlifeworldrun.com.

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5th Dangerous Liaisons – The moral ambiguities of seduction and revenge make “Dangerous Liaisons” one of the most exciting and scandalous stories ever written. The play’s prime movers, the Vicomte and the Marquis - gifted, wealthy and bored - form an unholy alliance and turn intimacy into a game. The game is played with such wit and style that it is impossible not to admire them. Does this play still have much to tell us about a world we still inhabit? Come find out in this exciting production from Curtain Call Playhouse. 2:00 p.m. Tickets are $16 for Adults, $14 for students with ID and $10 for children. Call 954-747-4646.

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9TH Tunes and Trucks Concert Series – The City’s seasonal concert series (formerly known as “Sunrise at Sunset”) concludes tonight. Enjoy an incredible tribute band, a delicious selection of food trucks, and a ‘60s costume contest. The trucks roll in at 6:00 p.m., and the music begins at 7 p.m. Come dressed to thrill for the City’s Hippie Costume Contest. It’s time to dust off your tie-die and dig out your go-go boots; valuable prizes will be awarded for the grooviest getups! Bring your lawn chair or blanket! Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater.

10th Get Rid of Your Hazardous Waste – The City of Sunrise and the City of Plantation have partnered to provide residents with six free opportunities to safely dispose of household hazardous waste. Disposal sites open exclusively to residents of Sunrise and Plantation, free of charge and with proof of residency. The May 10th drop-off is at the City of Plantation Public Works Compound, 750 NW 91st Avenue, Plantation. 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

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20 21 22 23 24 Bead Jewelry Workshop – Experiment with the art of beadwork. Make earrings, key rings, bracelets and necklaces for Mother’s Day or for any other occasion. Refreshments will be served. Age 13 and up, 6:00 - 7:30 at the Sunrise Dan Pearl Library, 10500 W. Oakland Park Blvd, Sunrise, Preregister 954-357-7422 .

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Wags ‘n Tales – Children gain confidence reading to Grace, gentle pet therapy dog. Sponsored by the

Teen Volunteer Orientatation – If you want to volunteer at the library during the summer, coming to this orientation is your first step. Bring a pen, your Social Security card and a copy of your school ID or driver’s license. 6:007:00 p.m. Sunrise Dan Pearl Branch Auditorium, 111 Registration is not required.

Champions of Chess Tournament – Students of all ages are invited to this free event for camaraderie - and bragging rights. The tournament begins with round-robin play followed by the winners’ single-elimination bracket. All participants receive a t-shirt, and tournament champs earn

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music and the presentation of colors. Light refreshments are provided at the conclusion of the ceremony. 9 a.m. at the Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater.

30th Thru 5/17 Art Exhibit – “Metamorphic Impressions” - Works by Maya Schonenberger, Inspired by nature and with textiles as her medium, Maya Schonenberger uses her artwork as a language to express concerns and bring attention to certain aspects of our environment and social issues. Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery. 10610 W. Oakland Park Boulevard. 954-747-4600.

23rd Broadway and Beyond – James Perkowski graces the stage with his extraordinary beautiful tenor voice, accompanied by soprano Gloria Thomson, tenor Marcel Rasa, and soprano Marcela Rasa. Hear your favorite classical songs as well as popular tunes from award-winning Broadway shows such as The King and I, Les Miserables, My Fair Lady, Phantom of the Opera and South Pacific. Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $16 for Adults, $14 for students with ID and $10 for children. Call 954-747-4646.

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an engraved chess set. 10 a.m. Sunrise Senior Center. For more information call (954) 747-4600.

Memorial Day Ceremony – Every May, the City of Sunrise holds a special ceremony in honor of those who gave their lives in the service of our nation. The ceremony features a 21-gun salute, a wreath placement ceremony, distinguished speakers,

Joel Cresham Art Exhibit – Opening Reception for “My Journey, My Present” - Works by Joel Gresham, A tribute and celebration of life honoring men with cancer. Inspiration came from the loss of two good friends and the lack of attention to men’s cancer awareness. Joel’s remarkable gift as a fine artist has bought him significant acclaim. In his 37 years of experience, Joel has developed a keen artistic eye with the ability to pull his audience into his works emotionally while stimulating their imagination with his positive message. Opening Reception, 6:30 p.m., Exhibit runs through July 19th. Sunrise Civic Center Art Gallery. 10610 W. Oakland Park Boulevard. 954-747-4600

31st Reverand Raven & The Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys – Grammynominated Reverand Raven & the Chain Smokin’ Altar Boys serve up scorching blues grooves with a hot harmonica and a smooth, stinging guitar. Hear original tunes peppered with nods to Slim Harpo, Little Walter, Jimmy Rogers, Billy Boy Arnold and Junior Wells among others. Don’t resist the urge to get up and on your feel! Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 8 p.m. Tickets are $16 for Adults, $14 for students with ID and $10 for children. Call 954-747-4646.

June 7th Le-Secret: Jessica Fichot & Band – Jessica Fichot is a lot like her hometown of Paris, France - French at heart but with a soul that is truly international. Drawing on her French and Chinese-American upbringing, Fichot’s acoustic music fuses melodic styles and languages into a lush, eclectic sound. 8 p.m., ! Sunrise Civic Center Theater, 8 p.m. Tickets are $16 for Adults, $14 for students with ID and $10 for children. Call 954-747-4646.

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Sunrise Student Creates Swim Event To Spread The Word About Autism By Jill Sharpe

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being on the swim team has helped his autistic teammate Jason Duran over the past five years. Now, he’s determined to let everyone know about the positive benefits swimming brings to kids with autism. To help spread the word and promote early detection, Avallenda, an eighth grader at All Saints Catholic School in Sunrise, put together an event called “Autism Swims”. The inaugural event, held on March 29th at the Sunrise Civic Center Aquatics Complex, was attended by 21 families. Many of the autistic kids who participated swam for the first time. Everyone received a medal and a commemorative t-shirt. Avellaneda, a member of the Sunrise Swim Team for the past six years, said he hopes other autistic kids get involved in a team sport like swimming because it helps them socially, mentally and physically. “When I first met Jason, I could hardly understand him and now he talks all the time and is one of the most popular kids on the team,” Avallaneda said.

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“Jason is proof that autistic kids can do a lot more than people think.” To get help in promoting the event, Avallaneda presented the project at a city commission meeting. He talked about the growing number of autism cases which have increased by 78 percent in the last decade. Today, one of every 88 American children is diagnosed as autistic. The eighth grader was praised by Mayor Michael Ryan for his vision and efforts to make a difference in the lives of autistic kids. Florida Congressman Alcee Hastings also sent a letter to Avalleneda congratulating him for working so hard to be a voice for kids who often can’t speak for themselves. The praise from elected officials is nice but the biggest reward for Avalleneda is the smile on his friend Jason’s face. “Jason swam for Special Olympics one year but decided not to continue because he wanted to swim with the Sunrise team. “Our team is a family and Jason is a big part of it,” said Avalleneda. Jason’s father is overcome with emotion when he

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Kindergarten was created to be an academic, enriching environment for children ages 20 months through 6 years of age. The goal of the school is to build a strong, energetic “learner” who utilizes all his/her senses to glean information and analyze it’s meaning. I sought to return to work as a speech and language pathologist outside the home when my children were two and three years of age. Unable to find a pre-school that would enhance my children’s interest to learn academics and have fun at the same time, I embarked upon the creation of Developmental Pre-School and Kindergarten in order to fulfill this goal.

in Speech, Hearing and Language Pathology from Adelphi University. Since graduating in 1972 with my degree, I have taught children with speech and language delays and learning differences in the public schools of New York. I was the Director of Speech and Language Services at Phoenix Day School for the Deaf and Blind and the District Diagnostician for St. Tammany Parish in Louisiana. I moved to South Florida in 1982 and built my first nursery school in 1985.

How long have you been in South Florida?

We have been serving the Plantation, Sunrise, Davie and Weston communities for 27 years.

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Do you offer flexible scheduling?

Depending upon the age of the children, students may attend two, three or five days a week. The academic day runs from 8:30 a.m. though 2:00 p.m. depending on age parameters. Extended day hours are available from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Do you offer a summer camp program? In

addition to DPK’s academic year that coincides with the Broward County School calendar, DPK offers a wonderful, action packed Summer Camp called Camp Phoenix, that includes swimming daily in our large, heated swimming pool. Beginning in April, DPK offers swim instruction with a licensed Water Safety instructor that is open to the community.

What else would you like us to know about Developmental Pre-School & Kindergarten? I feel that I cannot do a bet-

ter job for my incoming students than I did for my children and grand children. I encourage all interested parents to check out our web site and come on over for a tour. The door is always open at Developmental Pre-School and Kindergarten.

How can parents contact Developmental Pre-School & Kindergarten? For more

What sets Developmental Pre-School & Kindergarten apart from other preschools? DPK is one of the only pre-schools

that has classrooms with narrow age parameters, small class size and additional staff to insure exceptional pupil teacher ratios. It is also a pre-school with the owner on the premises to preserve quality control in the learning environment. In addition, DPK boasts an exceptional private Kindergarten that does accept children who may miss the Broward County cut off of September 1st.

hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree. All staff are finger printed and cleared by Child Care Services.

information about Developmental Pre-School and Kindergarten, Camp Phoenix and/or the Dolphin Swim Program, call 954-472-4673. Visit our website at DPK1.COM . We are also on Facebook at facebook.com/dpkpreschool.

Please tell us about your faculty and staff?

The faculty consists of 30 well-trained staff members that are all certified by Child Care Service. Teachers hold a Child Developmental Associate Credential if teaching children up to three years of age. Pre-kindergarten teachers

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Broward County Gator Club Enjoys Family Fun at Markham Park By Jill Sharpe

he sight of alligators at a local park may be a cause for

concern, but these were not your usual gators. The Broward County Gator Club brought a dash of orange and blue to Markham Park on Sunday, April 6th for their Picnic in the Park. An affiliate of the University of Florida Alumni Association, the club held this picnic as a get-together where members could bring their whole family. “The Broward County Gator club is about connecting with people and our common love for the Gators,” said Jenna Van Pelt, the club’s President-Elect. “It’s like a second family.” A bounce house, balloon animals, and gorgeous weather all contributed to the picnic’s family atmosphere. Strawberry the Clown was there to provide face-painting for the children and adults alike. This was the second year in a row that the club held this picnic, although they also come out to Markham Park with their canine friends for Gator Dog Park Days. The organization places an emphasis on philanthropy and service, largely through giving scholarships to Broward County students who will be attending the University of Florida. The Broward County Gator Club typically offers at least fifteen $1,500 scholarships each year to graduating high school seniors. Demand for these scholarships can be quite high, as the club received over one hundred applications this year alone. “We can all do so much together,” said Christina Paradowski, Vice President of Outreach. “We give out scholarships, and when we’re calling the students who were chosen, they are so excited to learn that they got the money.” The Picnic in the Park is just one of many events that the club organizes each year. Members will meet up for happy hours, trips together to Gainesville for football games in the Swamp, and poker tournaments. A highlight of the group’s calendar is the Gator Gathering, where fans will meet at War Memorial Stadium in Fort Lauderdale on Thursday, May 1st for a barbecue dinner and silent auction event headlined by Head Football Coach Will Muschamp. While the Broward County Gator Club stays busy with their community service and social activities, they are always looking for new members to join them. While all local University of Florida alumni are welcome to join, anyone who is simply a fan can still become a member of the club. “With more volunteers, there are so many more events we can do,” said Van Pelt. Dwayne Shaw, a new member of the club who “bleeds orange and blue”, encourages people to get involved. “It’s about being connected, doing good in the community, and giving back to the university,” said Shaw. For more information on the Broward County Gator Club, please visit their website at www.browardcountygatorclub.com.

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Firewall Students at Bair Middle To Participate in 2014 Serve-A-Thon By Jill Sharpe

his month , Firewall Center students at

Bair Middle School in Sunrise, along with their parents, mentors, school representatives, and community leaders will serve in various community projects to teach students the value of giving back and making a difference in their own neighborhoods. Firewall, a non-profit organization that provides free after school mentoring, tutoring and leadership development to 250 at-risk students every day, is proud to introduce what they are calling the 2014 Serve-A-Thon not only because it is a tool to provide much needed funding but also because it is a hands-on opportunity for the students to positively impact their community much like the Firewall program has positively impacted them. Some of the service projects planned include landscaping run-down public spaces, planting trees, restoring the students own schools by painting and mulching,

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helping out at local fire stations, serving food to the homeless and planting gardens at local community centers. Students were asked to find individual supporters to help cover the costs of materials, snacks, water and a Serve-a-thon T-shirt. Firewall Centers Executive Director Andy Fernandez said the Serve-A-Thon will surely be a day of sweat and hard work but also a day of unity, compassion and a whole lot of fun. “ “Serving is a gift that we have the privilege of sharing with families, friends, neighbors and those in need,” Fernandez said. Firewall is looking for sponsorships from local companies with similar missions to serve our community. Sponsorships support Firewall financially by ensuring that students continue to have a place to be mentored and developed into servant leaders. For more information, log on to www.firewallcenters.org

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Theatre Returns To Piper High School By Jill Sharpe

or a long time , there has

been no drama club or theatre productions at Piper High School. This year, Megan D’Ovelliers, an English and new Drama teacher, decided it was high time to bring it back. D’Ovelliers, who has been teaching at the school for just two years, recently directed the first show that has graced Piper’s stage in many years. On Thursday, March 13th and Friday, March 14th, hundreds of parents, friends and members of the community enjoyed a production of 30 Reasons Not To Be In A Play. D’Ovelliers, a cast of 26 students and several more, who helped with stage managing and technical production aspects, were rightly proud of themselves when the curtain rose on the 13th. The show, signaled a rebirth of the forgotten theatre program at the public high school in Sunrise. D’Ovelliers said she chose this particular play for several reasons. “Most importantly, 30 Reasons Not To Be In A Play, is an ensemble piece, which means there are really no clear cut lead parts. Everyone in the cast gets an opportunity to shine,” D’Ovellier said. “I also chose this play because it was inexpensive to produce, as it needed a minimal amount of staging and costuming.” One of the student’s parents donated lumber for the set and most of the costuming was pulled from the cast members own closets. “The rights to this show were also inexpensive compared to the popular musicals that many schools choose,” D’Ovellier said. “Now that we’ve had a successful first production, we can think a little bigger for next year and might even get to do a musical.” 30 Reasons Not To Be In A Play, written by Alan Hachnell, is a series of short vignettes depicting exactly what the title says - 30 reasons not be in a play. D’Ovelliers liked it because the play can actually be cast with anywhere from 15-40 students as it is perfectly ok to double cast some characters. Twenty-six students auditioned for parts and twenty-six students were chosen to participate. “As a first foray back into the theatre program for our high school, it was important for me to include everyone who wanted to be involved,” said D’Ovelliers. “I think it worked out great.” Everyone in the cast did a fantastic job but several students received thunderous applause. Freshman Melissa Kaen, who played the character of Cecily, Sophomore Tamaurice Pierce, who D’Ovelliers called a true character actor, and Senior Mitchell Vargas, who played the character of a director on stage, was literally a leader amongst the cast in real life. too. “Vargas stands out, not only because he is talented but also because he spent lots of time helping his fellow performers with their parts. It’s just a shame he is a senior and therefore won’t be with us next year,” said D’Ovelliers. Sophomore Erika Schell, who was the stage manager for the show, also received special praise. “Schell, who has the maturity of a 25 year old, was completely dedicated to the show, working very long hours, sometimes staying at school until 10 p.m. to make sure everything was just right during the four and a half weeks of rehearsal.” said D’Ovelliers. “I couldn’t have done it without her.” In the script, the characters talk about many things that can go wrong during the production of a play. The horrors and hardships that befall those who feel the call of the stage can range from stage kisses to pinkeye to inciting World War III. In a series of hilarious examples, the play portrays stage acting as something dangerous that must be avoided at all costs. Ironically, the real life scenario of staging this play, and bringing theater back to Piper High School, proved just the opposite.

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Legally Speaking

Some Commonly Asked Questions By Evan Baron

uring my initial consultation with a prospec-

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

How long does a divorce take?

I explain that every divorce is different, so it is impossible to predict how long any individual case will take. There are also a number of factors which are out of my control. For instance, the particular Judge who is assigned the case may have a great influence on how long the proceedings will last. Each Judge controls his/her own docket and, as such, some divisions are more “backed up” than others. In some divisions it may take a couple of weeks to schedule a hearing, while in other divisions it may take a couple of months. I have handled simple uncontested dissolutions in about six weeks, while more complex cases can last a year or more. Obviously the greater the amount of issues involved, the longer it will take. Cases that settle by way of a Marital Settlement Agreement will normally conclude more quickly than a contested matter, which must be presented to a Judge. If the participants reach an Agreement, then a Final Hearing can be scheduled within two weeks.

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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.

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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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Understanding Home Equity Loans By Nancy Rappaport, President and CEO of PriorityONE Credit Union of Florida

What are the benefits?

s you look outside enjoying your morning

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There are two types of home equity loans – which one is best for you?

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Ask the Expert

Brushing Can Improve Your Child’s GPA By Dr. Michael Maruri

f you want to improve your child’ s GPA, brush

for two minutes, twice each day! Did you know that tooth brushing can impact your child’s grades, school attendance and affect your work as well? In the U.S., oral disease causes children to miss over 50 million school hours and their parents to lose 24 million work hours each year. Dental decay is the most common chronic disease in children—five times more common than asthma. Yet with good oral hygiene habits, such as brushing and flossing, cavities are largely preventable. Recent research shows that children with poor oral health are more likely to have below average grades than kids who have good oral hygiene. According to a recent study in the American Journal of Public Health, researchers found students who experience tooth pain are “four times more likely to have a low grade point average – below the median GPA of 2.8” than their classmates. February is Children’s Dental Health Month. There are some simple things you can do to keep your children’s teeth from interfering with their education: ▸▸ Brush your child’s teeth yourself until age 6 and supervise brushing until age 8. Children may not have the dexterity to do it on their own effectively. ▸▸ Make sure your child brushes twice a day for at least two minutes--top, bottom and sides--not just the front teeth. ▸▸ Use a toothbrush with soft bristles. Remember to replace your child’s toothbrush every 3-4 months. ▸▸ Be sure to clean between their teeth once a day with floss to remove plaque and food where a toothbrush can’t reach. ▸▸ Visit the dentist twice a year beginning at age one. ▸▸ The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children receive an exam by an orthodontic specialist by age 7. This evaluation will help to diagnose any problems with their bite. The goal is for every child to have a healthy and beautiful smile for a lifetime.

What Role Does Orthodontics Play in Oral Health?

Straight teeth make for a beautiful smile and they are also easier to keep clean. Crowded and improperly positioned teeth are more difficult to brush and floss. This can lead to a higher risk for gum disease, tooth decay, and tooth loss. Orthodontics is often necessary to help improve the stability, function, and health of an individual’s teeth. Children, who receive compliments on their beautiful teeth, smile more. More smiles translate into a friendlier demeanor and higher self-esteem. According to the American Association of Orthodontists, “It has been clinically proven that a beautiful smile leads to higher self-esteem. Confidence generates success.” I am a firm believer that children are our highest priority. All children need and deserve a good smile. An uncorrected problem can adversely affect an individual’s speech, general health and self-esteem. A person’s self-confidence almost always increases when his or her smile and appearance are improved. The value of a beautiful smile cannot be underestimated.

Dr. Michael Maruri and his staff at Clear Orthodontic Solutions understand your child’s smile is just as important as their performance in school, which is why they offer convenient early-morning, after-school, and Saturday appointment times. Dr. Maruri offers a variety of treatment options to meet the unique needs of his patients, including traditional metal, clear ceramic braces, lingual braces, Invisalign, and Invisalign Teen. Contact Clear Orthodontic Solutions at 954-473-6900 for your free consultation or visit www.DrMaruriOrtho.com. The office is located behind the Fountains Plaza at 815 S. University Dr., Suite 100, in Plantation.

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By Fernando A. Moya, MD, PhD

he anterior crucial ligament (ACL) is a vital

knee joint stabilizer. It helps control anterior stability in the functional knee joint. Our modern day athletes are tearing up their ACL’s at alarming rates. The most common mechanism of tearing has to do with a high energy athletic event where the knee is subjected to high torque forces that are required for our bodies to change directions or come to a stop. Also, many people are tearing their ACL’s while skiing. The most common story by patients is that something suddenly happened on the knee and they heard or felt a “pop” with immediate swelling and guarding. The physical examination demonstrates that the knee is “loose,” comes out of its normal socket, and there is swelling and guarding. The immediate treatment of this knee will consist of ice, protection and getting diagnostic studies such as X-rays and MRI scan. The X-ray is usually normal. The MRI usually confirms the tear of the ACL and excludes further damage of other structures in the knee joint like articulate cartilage, meniscus cartilage, bone contusions, bone fractures and tears in any other ligament. Most of these patients are young and athletic and most of them will require surgical intervention to fix the problem. Again, the problem is an unstable knee joint because of a tear of the ACL. You can fix the knee joint by using your own tissue (from patella tendon area or from hamstrings). In older athletes or patients who want to minimize the size of the scars and time in the operating room, you can use transplant tissue to replace the torn ACL. The surgery is outpatient and arthroscopic in nature with small wounds and takes approximately one or two hours to do.

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The rehabilitation of the surgery consists of physical therapy with the objective to return the athlete to unrestricted sports activities in approximately six months. The success rate and achievement of this goal is very high and most patients are very happy that they had the surgery. Not everybody is a candidate for surgery and in this type of older sedentary patient a strenuous physical therapy protocol is established and with the protection of a brace most of them can return to sports. Dr. Moya is a Board Certified Orthopaedic Surgeon specializing in knee and shoulder surgery. He completed his doctoral fellowship at Harvard University, receiving his medical degree from the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (Robert Wood Johnson Medical School). Dr. Moya completed his orthopaedic residency at the University of Puerto Rico. He practices at the South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine located in Weston at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900, and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901. For more information visit www.DrTonyMoya.com.

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Playing the Game of Chess Makes Kids in Sunrise Smarter BY MICHAEL RYAN, MAYOR OF SUNRISE

his month marks the third anniversary of the

City’s scholastic Champions of Chess student tournament. In just three short years we have become a “Chess City” – incorporating chess into the curriculum of three Sunrise elementary schools, fostering chess clubs at each of the City’s 11 public schools, and hosting open-play chess sessions every Saturday at the Sunrise Civic Center. Why is chess so important? There are a number of compelling reasons. At the top of the list are the academic benefits of the game. “Chess makes kids smarter,” says Chess master Jerry Meyers – and it does so, he maintains, because it teaches critical skills: ▸▸ Focusing. Chess teaches children the benefits of observing carefully and concentrating. ▸▸ Visualizing. Chess prompts children to imagine a sequence of actions before it takes place. ▸▸ Thinking ahead. Chess teaches children to think first and then act. ▸▸ Weighing options. Chess shows children how to identify alternatives and consider the pros and cons of each. ▸▸ Thinking abstractly. Chess teaches children to step back periodically and consider the bigger picture. Many researchers agree, and have reported a strong correlation between learning to play chess and academic achievement. A landmark 2000 study published in the journal “Research in the Schools,” showed that students who received chess instruction scored significantly higher on all measures of academic achievement, including math, spatial analysis, and non-verbal reasoning ability. Even if you don’t play the game, I encourage you to come out to watch our scholastic “Champions of Chess” tournament on Saturday, May 17. I think you will be impressed by our elementary, middle and high schools students. After watching, you may want to either refresh your skills or learn for the first time.

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Of course, there are plenty of other activities planned This Month in Sunrise: throughout the month. The ▸▸ Wings for Life World Run BB&T Center in Sunrise is one Sunday, May 4, at 6:00 a.m. at the BB&T of only three U.S. host sites for Center (1 Panther Parkway). the Wings of Life World Run, which will begin on May 4 at ▸▸ Tunes ‘N Trucks Concert 6:00 a.m. at sites across the Featuring ‘60s tribute band Orange globe. Visit www.wingsforlifeSunshine and a Hippie Costume Contest. worldrun.com for details. Friday, May 9, at 6:00 p.m. at the Sunrise Our free and wildly popular Civic Center (10610 West Oakland Park Tunes ‘N Trucks concert series Boulevard). will conclude on Friday, May ▸▸“Champions of Chess” Student 9, with a performance by ‘60s Tournament. tribute band Orange Sunshine. Saturday, May 17, at 10:00 a.m. in the The live music is compleSunrise Senior Center (10650 West mented by great meals from Oakland Park Boulevard). food trucks as well as local restaurants. And you’ll want to ▸▸ Memorial Day Ceremony. dig out your tie-dyed best for Monday, May 26, at 9:00 a.m. in the our Hippie Costume Contest, Sunrise Civic Center Amphitheater complete with valuable prizes. (10610 West Oakland Park Boulevard). I also encourage you to join us for the City’s Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 26, when we honor the courage and sacrifice of our men and women in uniform. For more information about our great city, including the events and programs I’ve mentioned here, please visit us online at www.sunrisefl.gov and www.facebook.com/sunrisefl. Have a wonderful month!

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he City of S unrise is Storm R eady. Are you ?

As a StormReady community, the City of Sunrise was certified by the National Weather Service as meeting the preparedness criteria by having a formal hazardous weather plan in place. Living in South Florida, our tropical climate can lead to severe weather year-round, from traditional summer thunderstorms to hurricanes. Some storms can be predicted, but others such as tornadoes and floods may occur with little or no

warning. In a disaster, city officials and relief workers may not be able to reach everyone immediately. You need to be prepared ahead of time because you won’t have time to shop or search for the supplies you will need when a disaster strikes. With hurricane season just around the corner, beginning on June 1, there is no better time than now to put your own emergency plan in place. Your emergency preparedness plan should include precautions for protecting your home in the event of a hurricane as well as protecting yourself and loved ones.

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We Want Your Photo! It is recommended to have non-perishable food and water on hand to last at least 3 to 5 days after a storm for each person (and pet) in your household. Here are some other basic safety preparedness tips: ▸▸ Discuss what to do in an evacuation. When told by officials, go immediately to a shelter as instructed or to the home of a family friend or relative who lives out of the area. Find out about your local shelters beforehand. ▸▸ Know evacuation routes. Pre-establish several different routes in case certain roads are blocked or closed. ▸▸ Family members can become separated during an emergency. Be prepared by creating a plan for how to reach one another. Establish an out-of-area contact (such as a relative or family friend) who can coordinate family members’ locations and information should you become separated. Make sure children learn the phone numbers and addresses, and know the emergency plans. ▸▸ Quiz children every six months so they remember what to do, where to go, and whom to call in an emergency. ▸▸ Decide how to take care of pets. Pets are not allowed in places where food is served - so you will need to have a place to take your pets if you have go to a shelter. ▸▸ Post emergency phone numbers (fire, police, ambulance, etc.) by the phone. ▸▸ Assemble a family disaster supplies kit, and keep a smaller one in the trunk of your vehicle. For more information, please visit the Hurricane Preparedness page on the City of Sunrise website, www. sunrisefl.gov. For on-going safety information, ‘Like’ us on Facebook at Sunrise Fire-Rescue and follow us on Twitter@SunriseFRD.

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Hayden is a fifteen-year old mixed lab. His favorite person is his daddy, Matt and his favorite toy is his “quaking” duck. He loves “sunning” himself outside, napping and getting “lap time” with his mommy, Samantha. He dislikes getting bathed. He loves going on car rides. Hayden was last seen getting a treat for being a good (old) boy!