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CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE 14 Summer Fun Starts in This Issue

PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com

CALENDAR 16,18 May 2019

MANAGING EDITOR Jon Duka

FEATURE STORY 21 Kidz and Parentz Are Flipping Over Gym Kidz Summer Camp Program

OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso

COMMUNITY NEWS

ART DIRECTOR Jacqueline Allard

22 Make A Move at the 4th Annual Mayor’s Chess Challenge

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26 Local Music Fans Rock Out on the Beach at Tortuga 24 State-of-the-Art Aviation Academy Comes to Pembroke Pines 32 Hurricane Season is Just Around the Corner. It Is Time to Prepare 44 Run Mayor Run!

ASK THE EXPERT 28 Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle

CAMP GUIDE 34-37 Camp Guide

SCHOOL NEWS 40 Somerset Academy Charter School Attracts New Stu dents With Diverse Programs 42 Flanagan High School Principal Receives Top Grade

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3rd Can We Make A Deal?– “Can We Make A Deal” is a live game show fundraiser that is being held in Pembroke Pines to benefit Relay for Life, in conjunction with the American Cancer Society. The event is based on the hit television game show “Deal or No Deal,” where participants try to “beat the bank” with the help of host Howie Mandell. In the city’s event, however, Mayor Frank C. Ortis will step in the hosting shoes for this fun and entertaining evening. “Can We Make a Deal?” Will be held at the Susan B. Katz’s River of Grass Arts Park Theater, located at 17189 Sheridan Street at 5:30pm. Tickets cost $10 and can be purchased at www.ppines.com/ CanWeMakeADeal.

Tri-Chamber Golf Tournament – Join Business Leaders from throughout the area for the 3rd Annual Tri-Chamber Golf Tournament. This year’s event will be held at Pembroke Lakes Golf Course. Lunch will be served at 11:30 with a shotgun start at 1:00pm. For more info or to register call 954-432-9808

Kids’ Corner @ The Frank – Join The Frank for story time! Together with their guardian, children ages eight and under build literacy and engage in art activities related to the exhibition, Prism. In celebration of individuality and understanding, our featured storybook will be “The Color Monster: A Story about Emotions” by Anna Llenas. All children must be accompanied by an adult. The event is free and open to the public and starts at noon.

9th Southern Handcraft Society – Are you a crafter? Would you like to learn new handcraft techniques or meet other crafty people? The Southern Handcraft Society meets the second Thursday of every month at 7:00pm at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 N.W. 103 Avenue. For more info, call Karen @ 954-732-0523. Honor Flight - Operation Homecoming Fort Lauderdale – Join local residents in welcoming home veterans from a trip to Washington D.C.. Let’s show these Veterans our South Florida patriotism! WELCOMING HOME over 70 of our nation’s eldest heroes. Arrival Terminal 4 - we expect an approximate 8-8:30pm arrival (subject to confirmation closer to flight day). Arrive by 7:30pm to get a front row spot on the parade route! Wear your red, white and blue - bring your flags and signs - and be part of an experience that will touch you! Be a special part of the end to an incredible day for these American heroes!

10th Michelle Obama – Becoming: An Intimate Conversation with Michelle Obama will take place on May 10th at 8 pm at BB&T Center, Sunrise. The former First Lady will discuss her book, “Becoming”. For more details, visit www. thebbtcenter.com.

11th Mighty Mujer Triathlon – Ladies, test your endurance and have fun doing it! The Mighty Mujer Triathlon is an all-female sprint-distance race. It starts with a 400-yard swim, followed by a 10-mile bike ride and finishes with a 3-mile run around the park lake. The bike ride and run are on flat, closed loop courses with no vehicles. The race will be held at C.B. Smith Park, 900 N Flamingo Rd and starts at 7:30am and is open to individuals as well as relay teams. To register or for more info visit mightymujertriathlon.com/miami.

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Rolling Loud Music Festival – Get your groove on at one of South Florida’s biggest hip-hop events. The three-day music festival with celebrates its fifth anniversary at the Hard Rock Stadium. Each day includes multiple acts from the music world and is headlined by Migos, Travis Scott and Kid Cudi. For tickets or more info visit www. rollingloud.com.

Mother & Daughter Tea – Cooper City’s Mother Daughter Mardi Gras Tea is just for Cooper City moms and their daughters. A variety of teas, finger sandwiches and desserts will be served. Don’t forget to wear your party dresses! Reservations and proof of Cooper City residency is required for ticket purchase and must be purchased prior to event. The event begins at 10:00am at the Cooper City Elementary School. For more info or tickets call 954-434-4300.

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12th Mother’s Day – Everyone at Our City Magazines wishes our mothers and grandmothers a wonderful day of relaxation and appreciation.

Walk to Cure Arthritis – One in every four Americans has arthritis, making it the nation’s leading cause of disability. Two-thirds of those affected are under age 65, including 300,000 children. Arthritis is painful, debilitating and diminishes quality of life. But every day we’re making more headway through scientific discoveries that bring us closer to a cure. Walk to raise funds to end this terrible disease. Event will be held at NOVA Southeastern University, 3301 College Ave. For more info call 954662-9792 or email kalber@arthritis.org.

14th Spelling Bee– Do you have what it takes to spell “crustaceology?” Maybe you have what it takes to win the 9th annual Senior Spelling Bee at the Carl Shechter SWFO Community Center, 301 NW 103rd Ave. First, Second and Third place finishers will be awarded cash prizes. Registration is free. Call 954-450-6888 or visit www.ppines.com for more info.

24th Into Africa – The Frank Art Gallery’s newest exhibit will host a Free opening reception. This exhibition features the work of one of National Geographic’s most prolific and visionary nature photographers, Frans Lanting. “Into Africa” takes visitors on a grand tour through the wonders of African landscapes as seen through Lanting’s lens. His images and stories create an enduring vision of the continent and demonstrate what is at stake for its wildlife and wild places. The event begins at 6:00pm at the The Frank Art Gallery, 601 City Center Way. For more info call 954-392-2120..

18th-19th Flea Market– Bargain hunters can browse and shop in over 53,000 square feet of air-conditioned comfort. There will be over 100 vendors displaying and selling crafts, artwork, home goods and more. Admission and parking are free. Event is Sat 8:00am - 4:00pm and Sun 9:00am - 3:00pm at the Southwest Focal Point Community Center, 301 NW 103 Ave.

18th Gymnastics Summer Camp Expo – Take your kids to Gym Kidz Gymnastics’s Summer Camp Expo and learn about the many programs available for families at their new state of the art facility. Event is 12:30-2:30 at Gym Kidz 6360 SW 195th Ave.

31st 27th Memorial Day Celebration – Join the City of Pembroke Pines in honoring all veterans. The ceremony features presentations of colors, speakers and a wreath placing. It will be held at Fletcher Park located at 7900 Johnson Street at 9:00 a.m. For more info, call 954-392-2116.

19th Jazz in Pines – Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of jazz in the park with The City of Pembroke Pines FREE Jazz in the Pines Concert Series. The series features Jazz Concerts on select Sunday afternoons. Don’t forget to bring blankets, chairs and refreshments! 5:00 - 7:00pm at William B. Armstrong Park, 1700 Dykes Rd. 18 MAY 2019 | OUR CITY PEMBROKE PINES | OURCITYMEDIA.COM

Town of Davie Memorial Day Parade – Join the community in honoring our Veterans. The parade will begin at the Fire Station at 6905 Orange Drive and travel east to the Rodeo arena. A short ceremony honoring our veterans, past and present will immediately follow. Parade begins at 10:30am for more info call 954-797-1181.

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Kidz and Parentz Are Flipping Over Gym Kidz Summer Camp Program BY BEVERLY PERKINS

or almost two decades, Gym Kidz has been serving the South Florida community. The state-of-the-art gym has three locations in Miami-Dade County and most recently, they opened their first Broward county location in West Pembroke Pines. The popular familyowned and operated facility offers quality gymnastics programming for children of all ages and skill levels. Their number one goal is to inspire happy, healthy gymnasts. Safety, fun and learning is ingrained into their curriculum. At Gym Kidz, they take the time to teach kids proper form which leads to a great foundation to build on. Children all learn at their own pace so individualized learning is encouraged, and safety is always first. All coaches are certified and continually train year-round to provide their students with the best possible training and experience. From tumbling and babiez programs

to ninja training, robotics, competitive teams, and private birthday parties, Gym Kidz is the perfect neighborhood gymnasium for kidz of all ages. Joslyn Varona, Gym Kidz President took some time to answer some frequently asked questions about their summer camp program. Where are you located? We are located in West Pembroke Pines in the Laguna Isles Publix shopping center (196th Ave & Sheridan). What does the summer camp program look like? We are super excited about our 10-week camp. Our weekly themes are incorporated into each camp week. Although our base is gymnastics, we incorporate fun activities into the camp day. Our adventure changes daily and children enjoy arts and crafts, cooking, STEM activities, slime making, bounce houses, games and much more!! Our program is extremely flexible. You can choose to come daily or weekly. We offer a half day (9 am-1 pm), full day (9 am-3 pm) or extended day (9 am6:30pm) camp day. Morning drop off

from 8 am-9 am is FREE. What age groups can participate? Kidz ages 4 and up are all welcome. However, we do require that all our campers be completely potty trained. How does one register? Registration is easy! You can register 24/7 online via our portal or you can download our app and register on your mobile device. Our user-friendly app allows families to track their childâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s progress, sign up for classes/camps and clinics and manage their account. Families are welcome to come in and tour the facility, just email us so we can schedule a tour. Members and non-members are welcome to join our camp. Are you doing any Summer Camp orientations? Yes, we are. On May 18th from 12:30 pm-2:30 pm, we will be hosting a Summer Camp expo. Parents can come in and tour our facilities and meet our staff. We will have lots of specials on camp! What distinguishes your camp from others in the area? Gym Kidz prides itself on creating quality programming for all our gymnasts. As the owner, I

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Make A Move at the 4th Annual Mayor’s Chess Challenge World Champion, Susan Polgar. This year join Mayor Frank C. Ortis once again as he is hosting the “4th annual Mayor’s Chess Challenge” for the chess season finale on Saturday, May 18th. The free event sponsored by Memorial Healthcare System will be held at Club Nineteen at the Pembroke Lakes Golf & Tennis Center. Players of all ages and skill levels are welcome to test their skills and learn from Broward County mayors, elected officials, and community leaders who all support Scholastic Chess. First-timers will love the “ROOK”ie area. The clever play on words will have experts chuckling and newbies enjoying the “No Stress Chess” game boards, large tabletop games, and the giant floor set. Mayor Ortis is known to give pointers and share tips with the eager beginners. The initiative is a “First Move” event sponsored by the nonprofit America’s Foundation 4 Chess and began at the start of the academic school year by local mayors, elected officials, and community leaders all in an effort to support scholastic chess in the schools and in the communities. The free and friendly chess series was created to draw attention to the benefits of the classic game inside and outside of the classroom.

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he game of Chess is one of the world’s most popular games, played by millions worldwide in various settings. This classic game of the mind is played everywhere and gaining more exposure with chess clubs popping up all over. Countless studies over the years have continuously shown the same results. Chess strengthens a child’s mental clarity, fortitude, stability and overall health. It also aids in the growth of certain areas of the brain and mind. If a child learns to play at a young age, they will develop analytical, synthetic and decision-making skills of which they can transfer to real life. They will also learn the nature of competition while gaining confidence. “According to research, test scores improved by 17.3% for students regularly engaged in chess classes, compared with only 4.6% for children participating in other forms of enriched activities,” states 4-time

Throughout the past few years, the challenges have gained popularity. Those who attend will have their “Mayor’s Chess Challenge Passport” stamped, and those who have attended all challenges will receive recognition and awards. “Every year the Chess Challenge just gets bigger and bigger,” said Pembroke Pines Mayor Frank C. Ortis. “It’s such a great program for everyone, from beginners to advanced players, and it’s really a fun day. Our city is happy to be a part of this event series, and I encourage everyone to come out and play. See you there.” The 4th Annual Mayor’s Chess Challenge will be held at Club Nineteen at the Pembroke Lakes Golf Club, 10500 Taft Street from 9am-11am on May 18, 2019. For more information contact Tom Joyce at 954-392-2127 or email tjoyce@ppines.com

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State-of-the-Art Aviation Academy Comes to Pembroke Pines

A new multi-million-dollar Aviation Education Center opened at Hollywood North Perry Airport in Pembroke Pines. Wayman Aviation Academy is the largest and longest-running flight school in South Florida. It serves students from over 70 countries for over 32 years. The school opened the doors to its new state-of-the-art expansion facility on Friday, March 22. North Perry Airport has become a strong center for flight training, recently heralded as the busiest VFR airport in the state of Florida. It is at the cross roads of Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and Hollywood Florida.

The new facility will increase the school’s capacity for students from its partners including Miami-Dade College, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Liberty University and airlines. New classrooms will lead to expanded course offerings; a large seminar space for gatherings such as its recent open house for 60 Girl Scouts. It will house a new dispatch and flight line to accommodate its fleet of nearly 40 aircraft. The Wayman FAA certified testing center for pilots, mechanics, dispatchers will double to 10 seats. “We’re very proud to take the next step in the growth. Our goal is to become an Aviation Institute offering the best training and education for the new generation of aviators”, says Wayman Eddy Luy, Vice President and 2nd generation manager of the school.

The school aims to support local and international students that are responding to the worldwide shortage of pilots. Boeing and Airbus estimate a need for over 345,000 pilots over the next 20 years. However, the US only trains approximately 14,000 ATP pilots a year, half of what it needs to meet demand. This has led to rising entry level wages at the regional airlines and booming salaries for senior captains. The new facility will be next to Wayman Aviation’s existing FAA certified Part 145 aircraft repair station, and its renown pilot shop at 7501 S Airport Rd Pembroke Pines, FL. The school maintains a flight line at Miami -Opa Locka Executive Airport as well. For more information on how to become a pilot visit www.wayman.net or call 786-574-5228

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Local Music Fans Rock Out on the Beach at Tortuga BY JON DUKA

usic lovers from throughout South Florida and beyond descended on Fort Lauderdale Beach for this year’s Tortuga Music Festival. Held on the white sands of Fort Lauderdale Beach Park, Tortuga Music Festival is an annual 3-day, multi-stage music festival featuring some of the biggest names in country, rock and roots music. Fans descended on the beach from all over the country to listen to music, show off the latest in swimwear and enjoy perhaps, more than one cocktail. The weather cooperated this year, providing South Florida sunlight each day. Over 40 music acts played their hearts out during the event.

festival works hand in hand with the Rock The Ocean Foundation to increase public awareness about issues impacting the world’s oceans and to support scientific research, education, and ocean conservation initiatives. Over $1,000,000 was raised for the festivals “Conservation Village” partners through ticket sales and donations.

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Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle BY ROBERT H. SHEINBERG, D.P.M., D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S.

oot and ankle injuries are very common in sports or in general activities of daily living. Many structures including bone, ligament, cartilage and joint lining may be injured. Injuries may occur from a single traumatic event or from overuse. Injuries may occur during the teenage years that may manifest themselves later on. These injuries may cause stiffness and pain in the foot or the ankle joints, especially after getting out of bed first thing in the morning to walk. This stiffness and pain will be present for a proportional period of time usually to the degree of joint injury. With weightbearing, the joint usually loosens and the person is able to ambulate. This stiffness and pain will redevelop if the person sits for a period of time and tries to get up and walk. As the day goes on, the foot or ankle may ache, especially with excessive activity. Swelling may be present over the area that is injured. Instability may develop if the ligaments have been injured causing the foot or ankle to constantly twist. When these injuries are unresponsive to conservative treatment which may include orthotics, medication or rehabilitation, arthroscopic surgery may be necessary to remove the damaged tissue in the foot and ankle. A miniature camera is placed into the injured joint allowing an image to be seen on a television screen. The joint is visualized, and small instruments are introduced into the joint to clean out and repair the damage. Fragments of bone and cartilage are often removed. Suctioning of debris and smoothing rough

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he 2019 Atlantic hurricane season is quickly approaching. While hurricane season gets underway June 1st and goes through November 30th, the City of Pembroke Pines is committed to providing preparation information year-round to ensure that businesses and residents receive precise and timely communication before, during and after a hurricane. National Hurricane Preparedness Week, taking place Sunday, May 19, 2019 through Saturday, May 25, 2019, is a nationwide effort to inform the public about hurricane hazards and to distribute information and share knowledge which can be used to prepare for and take action during a storm. Each day over the course of National Hurricane Preparedness Week, the National Weather Service will address a specific hurricane-related topic and share with cities to promote. The topics include: an overview of major U.S. hurricanes; hurricane hazards such as storm surge, high winds, and inland flooding; the forecast process; disaster planning/ preparation; and knowing how and when to take action. The primary goal is to make sure that every

family has a disaster plan; every business has a disaster checklist; and everyone gets out of the path of the hurricane safely. This information will be shared and accessible on the city’s social media pages. For residents of the City of Pembroke Pines, there is a comprehensive section on the city’s website at www.ppines.com/hurricane called “Pembroke Pines Prepared” where visitors will find a large assortment of resources, videos and preparation materials. There will also be continual helpful information and updates posted on all of the city’s social media handles on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter throughout the season and year, as well as during National Hurricane Preparedness Week. During an emergency, residents can obtain further information by contacting the city’s emergency hotline phone number at 954-565-9571 once it is activated. This phone number provides relevant information to citizens on topics that may include power outages, mandatory evacuations, shelter information, road closures, updated transportation schedules and discontinuation of any city functions or properties. Residents can also receive information through CodeRed and Notify Me, two key ways to get information sent via email, text or phone. Registration for these tools can be completed on the city’s website. In years past, the City of Pembroke Pines benefited greatly by having staff and many volunteers assist others in need immediately after a storm. The

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relief efforts included both food and water distribution, debris clean up, donating and much more. Residents interested in volunteering after a storm hits can complete a Hurricane Relief Form on the city’s website and follow instructions to submit or email Carol Campisi, Assistant Director of Recreation and Cultural Arts at campisi@ppines.com. The community is encouraged to learn more about the City of Pembroke Pines’ latest events by subscribing to Pines Media on YouTube, reading the city’s newspaper City Connect, checking the City’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/cityofpembrokepines, and accessing Twitter or Instagram using @cityofppines. Residents with Comcast can view Pembroke Pines Media programming on Channel 78, while residents with AT&T U-Verse can view programming on Channel 99 and click on Pembroke Pines TV.

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for college success, including research, and SAT/ACT scores. collaboration, and communication. The AICE courses and their corThe program consists of two courses responding examinations are equivataken in sequence: AP® Seminar and lent to first year college and university AP Research. courses. Students earn college credit for Students who successfully complete each examination they pass. Students the program earn the AP Capstone do not have to pursue the AICE Diploma™. This signifies outstanding Diploma in order to take AICE classes academic achievement and attainat Somerset Academy; any student ment of college-level academic and who wants to work at the AICE level research skills. – even for one class – has the opportuIn AP Seminar, typically taken in nity to do so. 10th or 11th grade, students choose The best advantage of the AICE and evaluate complex topics through program is that students are given the multiple lenses; identify credibility and flexibility to choose a course of study bias in sources; and develop arguthat best meets their abilities and interments in support of a recommendaests. Students determine which courses tion. AP Seminar is a project-based they want to take and are able to create learning course. In the subsequent a schedule of courses that are relevant AP Research course, students design, to their future goals. execute, present, and defend a yearlong Industrial Certifications research-based investigation on a topic Industrial Certification Education of individual interest. Each student’s courses offer students an opportunity official AP Research score is based on to win scholarships, earn college credit their academic paper, presentation, and gain marketable industry certificaand oral defense. tions. Students in each pathway particiCambridge International Program pate in the specified Career Technical The Advanced International Certificate Student Organization(s) (CTSO). i.e. DECA, HOSA for their chosen pathway. of Education (AICE) is an innovative These include: and accelerated method of academic study offered solely through the Digital Design applied learning. University of Cambridge International The Digital Design Pathway is the AP Capstone™ Diploma Program Examinations (CIE), a division of the development of digital media skills Somerset Academy Charter High University of Cambridge in Cambridge, including design, photography, web School is one of approximately 1,800 England. The University of Cambridge design and audio/video production. schools worldwide to implement the AP is consistently ranked as one of the top This allows students to communicate Capstone™ Diploma program―an inno- five academic universities in the world! ideas with any digital medium with vative program that allows students AICE provides a flexible, broad-based conceptual design. to develop the skills that matter most curriculum that is offered worldwide at schools and colleges in over 161 countries. Cambridge advanced level courses are equivalent to those of Advanced Placement (AP) and International Baccalaureate (IB). AICE not only prepares students for university with up to 45 hours of college credit, but it also provides them with the skills required to be successful once there. Students also have an opportunity to earn the AICE Diploma through the Cambridge advanced level courses offered at Somerset Academy Charter High TV Production Technology School and Somerset Arts Conservatory. The TV Production Technology Pathway Students who reside in Florida and is for students seeking a career in the earn an AICE Diploma (and complete field of film and video production. the required number of community Students gain hands-on experience service hours) are eligible for the Bright with film & production equipment, Futures Scholarship, regardless of GPA preparing them for studio activities

omerset Academy Charter School - Chapel Trail Campus is now offering several innovative programs for students of all types at both its North Campus on Pines Blvd. and its South Campus on Johnson Street. The programs include two accelerated academic programs: the AP Capstone Diploma Program and the Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE); as well as multiple Industrial Certification Pathways a Sports Medicine Program and Somerset’s Project Lead The Way (PLTW) which focuses on real-world

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including script writing, lighting, shooting and directing, news gathering, and field production.

Business Management & Analysis The Business Management & Analysis Pathway is designed to prepare students for careers in business and the financial industry. Emergency Medical Response The Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Pathway prepares students to provide immediate lifesaving care to critical patients while exploring careers within the emergency medical services system. Health and Wellness/ Exercise Science The Health & Wellness/Exercise Science Pathway encompasses a wide variety of disciplines including biomechanics, sports nutrition, and exercise physiology. Early Childhood Education The Early Childhood Education pathway includes any type of educational program that serves children in the pre-school years and is designed to improve later school performance.

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dents With Diverse Programs as teacher assistants. The course content focuses on teacher responsibilities and tasks including lesson planning and implementation, classroom management techniques, and rules and regulations. Sports Medicine The Sports Medicine Program focuses on experiential learning in the areas of science, health and wellness. Some of the features of this innovative program include two consecutive blocks of science during each school year to enable students to complete hands-on experiments, university level research, and clinical observations. An additional feature of this program is Industry Certification in the area of Health and Wellness. Project Lead The Way (PLTW) Students – beginning at a young age – need access to real-world, applied learning experiences that empower them to gain the skills they need to thrive in college, career, and beyond. At Somerset Academy Charter School, students develop problem solving, critical

and creative thinking, collaboration, and communication skills – that they will use both in school and for the rest of their lives. As PLTW students progress through grades PreK-12, they are empowered to explore career paths, engage in problem solving and process thinking, develop technical knowledge and skills, and build communication skills. Our activity-, project-, and problembased (APB) instructional design centers on hands-on, real-world activities, projects, and problems that help students understand how the knowledge and skills they develop in the classroom may be applied in everyday life. This approach provides students with unique opportunities to work corroboratively, identify problems, apply what they know, persevere through challenges, find unique solutions, and lead their own learning. Parents interested in learning more about the myriad of programs and learning opportunities at Somerset Academy Charter School can visit them on the web at www.somersetacademy.com or call 954-442-0233 (North) or 954-404-7616 (South).

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SCHOOL NEWS

Flanagan High School Principal Receives Top Grade BY BEVERLY PERKINS

s the last quarter of the school year approaches, what better way to start Spring Break than to be named “Florida’s 2019 Principal of the Year”! Flanagan High School Principal Michelle Kefford was recognized by the Florida State Board of Education, Florida Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran in late March. The esteemed educator triumphed over 4,000 of her colleagues for Florida’s top educational leadership honor. “We are extremely proud of Principal Kefford, as she represents a stellar group of education leaders who are the best that our District has to offer,” said BCPS Superintendent Robert W. Runcie. “She has developed numerMichelle Kefford ous programs, which focus on developing relationships, which ultimately benefit her students.” The long-time educator has been principal at Flanagan High School since 2011. Prior to arriving at Flanagan, Kefford taught Biology for six years at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School and served as an Assistant Principal at Western High School and Boyd Anderson High School.

Kefford. “We have been able to consistently lead our students to exceptional achievement, as demonstrated by our high learning gains, proficiency rates, acceleration rates, and graduation rates.” As a passionate educator, she holds various positions on district, city, and county committees and works continuously to build school pride and staff morale. However, when she’s not attending meetings or at school overseeing over 2,500 students, “Students will learn and work hard if they faculty, and staff she can know they are cared for and valued. I have initibe found cheering on her ated multiple mentoring programs that stress 9th grader at his cross and reinforce the importance of relationships country and track meets throughout our school community. This is what makes the student education at Flanagan different,” or on the golf course, or serving as a caddie for my explained Kefford. 4th grader, during his golf Ever since her first day at Flanagan, Kefford tournaments. has been driven to create and foster an environ“To her peers, it came as no surprise that Kefford ment of student and faculty success. The Pembroke received this prestigious award. There was no Pines high school earned its first ever “A” and has doubt this day would come, it was just a matter received an “A” in six out of her seven years during of when,” added Anna Koltunova Flanagan High her tenure. The graduation rate was over 97% last School Mathematics Department Chair. year as a result of her commitment to a personalAs Florida’s Principal of the Year, Kefford was ized learning experience for her students. awarded the Principal Achievement Award for “I am proud to say that everything we have Outstanding Leadership and a cash prize of $3,500. accomplished here has been as a team,” stated

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ayor Wayne Messam is a very visible community figure in Miramar. So visible in fact, one can usually see him running throughout the city. However, this time he’s taken running to a whole other level. Most recently, the athletic public servant announced that he will be running for President of the United States in the upcoming 2020 election. Mayor Messam views the lack of urgency to plan for the future and take action on the crises coming as the biggest threat facing our nation. Gun violence, climate change, healthcare costs and student loan debt are hot topics the former FSU wide receiver wants to tackle. The gun violence epidemic is taking far too many lives, climate change is damaging more homes and devastating more communities each year, skyrocketing healthcare costs are cutting off many Americans from the possibility of their American Dream, and crippling student loan debt is leaving people of all ages with little hope for the future. During an interview on CBS News when asked why a mayor of a city with a population of 140,000 thinks he is qualified to run for office, Messam

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esides being a day of remembrance for those who served in the United States military, Memorial Day weekend is also known as the “unofficial” start of summer. In South Florida, the significant holiday is celebrated with picnics, BBQs, a trip to the beach, and perhaps a visit to the annual Ft. Lauderdale Home Design & Remodeling Show. For over four decades, Florida’s premier home design and improvement expo has been an anticipated holiday staple during the three-day weekend (May 24th-27th) at The Greater Fort Lauderdale Broward County Convention Center.

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How is the show different from other traveling home shows? Since the Home Design and Remodeling Show is based in South Florida, it stays focused on the needs of South Florida homeowners. Its multimedia marketing campaign is designed to connect businesses to homeowners and offer the best selection and special promotions to South Floridians. What will visitors find at the show? The show has thousands of products and services such as fine art and décor, furniture, flooring, home automation and security, bathroom and kitchen remodeling products, hurricane shutters and impact windows, landscaping and patio improvement, and so much more. Also included with admission are lifestyle and food + wine tasting seminars, designer room vignettes, and stage talks with a TV design celebrity. Who is the featured celebrity presenter? We’re excited to welcome Carson Kressley from Bravo TV’s “Get a Room with Carson and Thom” and “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy!” Carson’s seminar, “TV Makeover Magic” will shed some light on his new show with co-star Thom Filicia, where they present both high-style decorating along with budget-conscious designs. After each seminar, Carson will also Visitors will find thousands of the latest and greatallow time for Q&A, autographs, and selfies. See him est trends in interior and exterior design. From floorat the Home Improvement Stage at 2:00 and 4:00 p.m. ing and surround sound theatre systems to landscapSunday, May 26th and 3:00 p.m. on Monday, May 27th ing and outdoor spas, homeowners will find whatever (Memorial Day). they are searching for. They can shop and compare, but also become educated while engaging with When is the next show in Miami? experts in the home and design field. Additionally, The Miami Home Design and Remodeling Show they will receive special savings exclusive to the event. takes place August 30th to September 2nd (Labor Lisa Morales, Marketing and Communications Day Weekend) at our new location, Mana Wynwood

Convention Center. We’re pleased to have our Miami Home Show take place at the City’s trendiest area in design and real estate development. Is there anything else our readers should know about? Visit www.homeshows.net and save $3.00 on advance admission tickets purchased online by Thursday, May 23rd. Join us on social media between shows to find helpful hints and updates on the latest trends

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Pembroke Pines Update BY MAYOR FRANK C. ORTIS mile Pembroke Pines, we are the happiest city in South Florida. According to a new study by WalletHub which ranked the most “content” cities nationwide for 2019, Pembroke Pines ranked #28 out of 182 largest cities nationwide and the only municipality in South Florida to crack the top 50. I’m very happy with this outcome! Pembroke Pines has many events and activities that do make our residents and businesses happy. Please be sure to mark your calendars for the Mayor’s Third Annual Chess Challenge being held on May 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Pembroke Lakes Golf Club Nineteen Restaurant, located at 10500 Taft Street. This is the last chess challenge being held throughout Broward County as part of a free and friendly series of chess meet-ups in 19 different cities created to draw attention to the benefits of chess in both the academic environment and in our community. Chess players of all ages and skills are welcome to play chess with me, City Commissioners, Broward County officials, community leaders and other players at this monthly traveling challenge. Instructors are on hand to help those new to the game. It’s also exciting to note that all across the country, including here in Pembroke Pines, children of all ages will also be celebrating the 9th Annual National Kids to Parks Day on May 18, 2019 with free and fun activities at several park locations. Please check our City website at www.ppines.com for information on free tennis clinics and free swimming. On a bit more serious note, we are getting nearer to Hurricane Season, and while Florida’s official hurricane season is June to November, being prepared should be a year-round activity. On Sunday, May 19, 2019 National Hurricane Preparedness Week begins and runs through Saturday, May 25, 2019. Each day during National Hurricane Preparedness Week, the National Weather Service will address a specific hurricane-related topic and share with cities to promote. This information will be shared on the city’s social media. For residents of the City of Pembroke Pines, there is a comprehensive section on the city’s website at www.ppines.com/hurricane called “Pembroke Pines Prepared” where visitors will find a wide range of resources, videos, information, and preparation materials. There will also continually be helpful information posted on the city’s social media on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter throughout the season and year, and during National Hurricane Preparedness Week. Lastly, I’d like to invite everyone to the City’s Memorial Day Observance on Monday, May 27 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Donnith H. Fletcher Art and Culture Center, located at 7900 Johnson Street. I understand that Memorial Day may symbolize the start of Summer for many, however, please remember that it really is a very special day set aside to honor all men and women who have died in military service for the United States. The Pembroke Pines Police and Fire Honor Guard will present colors; and veterans, community leaders, and special guests will join together to pay tribute and take part in a wreath placing ceremony.

n As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact my office at 954450-1020, or by e-mail at fortis@ppines.com.

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How can I obtain help with funding my living trust? Your first resource is the attorney who drafts your estate planning documents. If necessary, your attorney can create a deed for any real estate placed into your trust, and assist in transferring non-real estate assets. Your CPA, CFP, or financial advisor can also help with completing forms to name your trust as a new owner or beneficiary. Considering the importance of funding your trust, it is wise to seek professional advice. Our trust is long and contains very personal information. Do we really have to provide a copy to a financial institution, just to fund it? A financial institution needs to know certain vital information about your trust, such as who are the trustees and the successor trustees, and what the trustee’s powers are. Your attorney should prepare for you a Certification of Trust which provides this information without disclosing the personal information in the trust. By Florida statute, any company doing business in the state must accept the Certification of Trust in lieu of the entire trust. Do we have to file a different income tax return for our trust? Assuming your trust is revocable, that is, you maintain control over it and can make changes to it until your death or legal incapacity, you will not have to file a trust income tax return while you are living. You can continue to file your single, joint or separate personal tax returns using your Social Security number as usual. Upon your death, a separate trust tax return and new tax id may be required for what will now be your irrevocable trust. Life can change in an instant. What are you waiting for? Bruce Iden earned his J.D. from George Washington University National Law Center and his L.L.M in taxation from the University of Miami School of Law. He has been practicing in the areas of estate planning, real estate and business law for over 30 years. For more information, or to schedule a consultation with Mr. Iden, contact Iden Law Offices at 954-885-0085.

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