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24 Voters to Decide on Broward County Schools Funding Increase in August 28 New Broward County School Board Member Daniel P. Foganholi Sworn Into Office

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There is something for everyone! Bring the kids and the pup but make sure to have masks & maintain social distancing. Fresh produce, organically grown veggies, fresh fruit, herb’s, tasty fresh breads, chocolate croissants, raw honey from local farmers, gourmet jams, fried doughnuts, pickles, cookies, coffee’s, homemade hummus, gourmet cheese, guacamole dips, plants and orchids, there’s something here for everyone. Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday from 8:00am till 2:00pm. Plantation Volunteer Park, 12050 W Sunrise Blvd.

JUNE 5 Story Time in the Children’s Garden

JUNE 4 Summer Yoga in the Park

Get your weekend stretch in at our weekly (and free) Summer Yoga in the Park! All classes will be held at the Jim Ward Community Center. Sessions start at 9:00 am.

For more information, call 954-585-2344.

Gather in Flamingo Gardens’ outdoor reading area in the shade of the southern live oak where Ms. Barbara will read the children a story related to nature. After the story, Ms. Cintia encourages imagination and mindfulness through yoga. Children (and parents too!) participate in breathing exercises and yoga poses based on the subject of the story and the animals in our sanctuary. 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at Flamingo Gardens. For more info call 954-473-2955.

JUNE 8 School is Out

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Celebrate fathers, fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. Many countries celebrate it on the third Sunday of June, though it is also celebrated widely on other days by many other countries. Happy Father’s Day!

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Enjoy live music from local musicians, shop original works of art, unique garbs, and many other handmade crafts at our #VillageShops market. Experience the vibrant energy and artistic expression of MASS District & its’ venues and grab a bite from an alluring array of some of South Florida’s best food trucks. Hosted at 844 NE 4th Ave. 6:00 pm. For more info visit www.fatvillage.com.

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JUNE 19 Juneteenth: Freedom Day

On June 19, 1865, Union Army General Gordon Granger road into Galveston, Texas to enforce Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation in the last, most remote known location in the South. Since then, the date has been celebrated as the end of American slavery. It is helpful to reflect on the darkest parts of our history in order for us to look forward. Join together with friends and neighbors to celebrate the freedoms we have and the progress that still needs to come..

The Film Discussion Series featuring short clips of the film We Were Here. During the 1970s, San Francisco became a safe haven for the gay and lesbian community, providing a place where one could live openly, away from discrimination. But, after almost a decade of celebration, the city was hit by a wave of shock and grief when it became ground zero of the AIDS epidemic, with hundreds of gay men falling victim to the disease. Several clips will be played and followed by an audience discussion on the ideas and implications of the scenes and the film’s impact.

JUNE 25 Weekley Brothers Davie Pro Rodeo

Watch the cowboys and cowgirls show off their skills! The Bergeron Rodeo Grounds will be prepped and ready for the South’s best bull rides, barrel racers and steer lassoing experts. Tickets can be purchased on site or at www.davieprorodeo.com. The event begins at 7:00 pm. For more info call 754-816-3183.

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JUNE 30 Lovewell Teen Session One Performances

Lovewell is an intensive workshop in which students from different creative backgrounds collaborate to create an original work of musical theatre from scratch. With guidance from professional artists, students have utilized their creative gifts and explored all areas of the arts while forming new friendships, gaining new skills, and making memories to last a lifetime. The result of their collaboration is this never-before-seen production. 7:00 - 9:00 pm at the Lovewell Insitute at Nova Southeastern University, 3301 College Avenue, Davie. For tickets and more info visit www.lovewell.org.

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Excellence in breast cancer care, close to home.

We are proud to introduce Reshma Mahtani, D.O., our new chief of Breast Medical Oncology. Dr. Mahtani practices in Plantation at the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex, leading breast medical oncology efforts at all Baptist Health Cancer Care facilities, including Miami Cancer Institute and Lynn Cancer Institute in Boca Raton.

Dr. Mahtani is a nationally recognized clinical researcher who is highly regarded for her personalized care. She helps patients explore every treatment option, including clinical trials and the latest immunotherapy and targeted therapies.

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Reshma Mahtani, D.O. Chief of Breast Medical Oncology

Meet Reshma Mahtani, D.O., the new chief of Breast Medical Oncology at Miami Cancer Institute.

Dr. Reshma Mahtani is a nationally recognized clinical researcher based at the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex in Plantation. She leads all breast medical oncology efforts throughout Baptist Health Cancer Care, which also has facilities in Miami, Boca Raton, Boynton Beach and the Florida Keys.

A respected thought-leader in cancer care, Dr. Mahtani is renowned for her compassionate and personal approach as she helps patients explore every treatment option, including clinical trials and the latest immunotherapies and targeted therapies.

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Sunrise, Florida, native is serving with Naval Aviation Warfare Development Center supporting TOPGUN aviators at the Navy’s premier tactical air warfare training center.

“Sunrise taught me a good work ethic and to verify everything that I do,” said Patterson.

These lessons have helped Patterson while serving in the Navy.

Today, Patterson serves as an aviation structural mechanic on board Naval Air Station (NAS) Fallon, Nevada.

“I joined the Navy to learn to work on aircraft,” said Patterson. “I used to work on cars, so I wanted to go bigger.”

Fifty-two years ago, TOPGUN was introduced with the mission of reducing casualties of naval aviators sustained during the Vietnam War. Within a year, this goal was reached with the United States having one casualty for every 12 enemy deaths. Since then, TOPGUN continues to train the finest naval aviators and has inspired one blockbuster movie released in May 1986, with a sequel planned for release in May of 2022.

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Today’s U.S. Naval Aviators possess the professionalism, tactical skills, innovative mindset, and understanding of advanced technologies to succeed against adversaries.

They are disciplined, critical thinkers who excel in challenging environments – like those seen in the movie, according to U.S. Navy officials.

“I am extremely excited about the impact this movie will have,” said Vice Adm. Kenneth Whitesell, Commander Naval Air Forces. “Much like the trend that followed the original film, I Navy’s centerpiece, our flagship, and a constant am confident that Top Gun: Maverick will have reminder to the rest of the world of our enduring a tremendous impact on our Navy recruiting maritime presence and influence,” said Rear efforts which will greatly increase the numbers Arm. James P. Downey, USN, Program Executive of brave and talented Sailors among our ranks.” Officer (PEO) Aircraft Carriers. “These ships According to Navy officials, TOPGUN is touch every part of our Navy’s mission to a prestigious program only open to the top project power, ensure sea control, and deter one percent of naval aviators. Aviators who our adversaries.” attend the course are trained in a variety of Serving in the Navy means Patterson is part areas including air combat, jet maneuverability, of a world that is taking on new importance in enemy tactics and more.

America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, The mission of NAS Fallon is to support strengthening alliances and reforming business carrier air wings prior to deployment, as well practices in support of the National Defense as, other units during training and exercises. Strategy.

This goal is achieved through 300 clear flight “The Navy has sea defense and protects days a year, four bombing ranges, an the seas,” said Patterson. electronic warfare range and many With more than 90 percent of all trade other training facilities. The base is traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s also home to a 14,000-foot runway, international phone and internet traffic carried which is the longest in the Navy. through underwater fiber optic, Navy officials NAS Fallon provides aviators the continue to emphasize that the prosperity and unique opportunity to train in realistic security of the United States is directly linked battle scenarios while including every to a strong and ready Navy. element of an air carrier wing. It is Patterson and the sailors they serve with have the only facility in the world with many opportunities to achieve accomplishments this ability. during their military service.

The aircraft stationed at NAS “Becoming a collateral duty inspector and Fallon support aircraft carrier missions overseeing multiple programs in a work center around the world. This year, the Navy is my proudest accomplishment so far in the is celebrating the centennial of the Navy,” said Patterson. aircraft carrier and its importance to The future of U.S. aviation depends on the naval aviation. When the air wing is Navy’s ability to achieve their vision for defeating embarked on an aircraft carrier, the tomorrow’s air threats with the support of the ship contains more than 70 attack ground crews and aviators. fighter jets, helicopters and other As Patterson and other sailors continue to aircraft, all of which take off from train and perform missions, they take pride in and land aboard the’ S carrier at sea.

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n May 15th, Plantation City Councilman Nick Sortal organized a concert to benefit Ukrainians that have resettled in Broward County since the start of the Russian invasion. The concert featured performances from clergy from several Plantation houses of worship and took place at Temple Kol Ami Emanu-El on Peters Road in Plantation.

“I’ve always thought our clergy should have a night to take the stage, but with a broader songbook to choose from. I encouraged the clergy to sing pop, Broadway, country, old standards,” said Plantation Councilman Nick Sortal. “For example, Father Albert Cutie of St. Benedict’s Episcopal Church sang Fly Me to the Moon by Frank Sinatra.”

Other church leaders who participated included Pastor Marta Burke, Methodist Church; Cantor Jennifer Hernandez, Seventh-Day Adventist Church; Rabbi Andrew Jacobs, Ramat Shalom Synagogue; Xavier Richardson of St. Benedict’s; Steve Higgins of Plantation United Methodist; Cantor Debbie Hafetz of Ramat Shalom and Temple Kol Ami’s new rabbi, Uri Romano.

Admission to the concert was free, but patrons were encouraged to donate to a fund established to help Ukrainians who fled their country and are now living in Broward County. It’s called the

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B’Nai Aviv Rabbi Adam Watstein’s wife, Angie, is leading efforts with help from the Ukrainian Church and other synagogues. No Plantation city funds were used for the event.

Sortal commented on his Facebook page after the event, “ The Ukrainian Resettlement Project continues to request money and families who can step up and share their home. We’re up to about 50 families who have come to Broward from the war-torn Ukraine and a charity concert I created raised about $3,000 for the cause.”

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SCHOOL NEWS

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The 2022 VEX Robotics World Championship, presented by Northrop Grumman Foundation and the REC Foundation, brought over 3,000 teams from 36 nations together to celebrate STEM excellence. Student-led teams ranging from elementary to university level showcased their strategy, teamwork, and desire to be crowned champi-

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Hundreds of high schools competed in the competition.

NSU University School’s Robotics team was led by Head Coach and NSU teacher Erik Weidenboerner. The Middle School Teams also took home awards at the Vex Robotics World Championship.

Team 64883A earned the Energy Award for showing a high level of enthusiasm, passion, excitement, and energy and placed in the top 200 teams out of more than 785.

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INSPIRING INDIVIDUAL

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estern High School Junior, Aden Perry went for a walk on a beautiful Tuesday evening with his mom, Sarah.

The excellent student dreamed of becoming a neurosurgeon and probably set out that day with little more on his mind than spending quality time with his mother.

As they rounded a lake near their Sawgrass Mills neighborhood Aden and his mom saw a vehicle crash into the water. Without hesitation, Aden ran toward the accident to attempt to rescue the car’s driver, an 18-year-old student from Parkland. Tragically, as Aden dove into the lake he hit his head on an underwater rock and lost consciousness. He tragically lost his life during the rescue attempt.

Aden was laid to rest on April 25, 2022.

Grieving family and friends remembered him as a caring, service-oriented person with a sense of selflessness and determination to make a difference.

“He was a joyful kid and impacted a lot of people,” remembered Alan Perry, Aden’s

dad, “Some of us live 100 years and will not experience what Aden experienced in those 17 years.”

Condolences for the young hero have come from near and far. The Perry family released a statement in Aden's memory: “It is difficult to find words to express the deep pain and sorrow we feel after losing our son Aden Perry. However, we are absolutely touched and moved by the outpouring of love and support from family, friends and the community who have reached out to express their condolences.

We are mourning the loss of our son, but we’d like to also extend our condolences to the family of the other young man who also lost his life. A tragic set of events where two young lives converged in the oddest of circumstances, leaving two families in deep pain and sorrow.

However, we are grateful and so proud to know that his last selfless act will allow Aden to continue being a hero and sharing his kindness with others in need of education or help."

The Perry family has established The Aden Perry Good Samaritan and Scholarship Fund to serve as a living legacy for Aden. These funds will be used to keep his memory alive by providing educational support to students interested in medicine or science and to reward students for their outof-the-ordinary acts of kindness and service.

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SCHOOL NEWS

Voters to Decide on Broward County Schools Funding Increase in August

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voters in August. ​​“If the referendum doesn’t pass, we would have zero, which means our teachers would not receive any of the supplements that they receive now,” said Broward School Board Member Laurie Rich Levinson.

If the proposal passes it will generate about $177 million annually, which represents more than 5% of the district’s total annual expenditures. The majority of the funds will be used to attract and retain teachers by augmenting salaries.

In addition to BCPS, Charter Schools are set to receive $45 million in funds.

“The counties on both sides of us are actually recruiting some of our top talent from Broward County Public Schools,” said Superintendent Vicki Cartwright.

Broward County spends about $12,000 per student per year. The county’s expenditures are slightly higher than the state of Florida overall, but lag neighboring Miami

roward County Public Schools (BCPS) is presenting voters with a referendum that will appear on the August 23, 2022, primary election ballot. “The Secure the Next Generation” referendum would increase property owner’s contribution by 0.50 millage points from current levels.

A millage rate refers to the amount of property tax paid based on the assessed value of a piece of real estate. One mill is equal to 1/1,000. For example, a 1 mill tax on a $100,000 property would yield a net tax of $100.

The school district says it will use funds to recruit and retain high-quality teachers and eligible staff by increasing compensation, providing additional school resource officers and school safety staff, and, enhancing essential programs, such as mental health services.

The current ½ mill assessment will expire next year if the proposal is not approved by

Dade and Palm Beach Counties. According to BCPS the average Broward homeowner would see a tax increase of about $23 per month following the adoption of the proposal.

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Working in a preschool makes you realize how smart and advanced, intellectually talking children are nowadays, but I have also seen that most of the time they do not know how to identify what they are feeling and how to manage what they are feeling.

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coping strategies such as taking ▸ Teach deep breaths, encouraging them to go to a quiet place to relax.

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SCHOOL NEWS

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New Broward County School Board Member Daniel P. Foganholi Sworn Into Office

By John Sullivan

he School Board of Broward County, Florida welcomed its newest member on Tuesday, May 3, 2022. Daniel P. Foganholi was sworn into office as the representative for District 5 during a ceremony at the Kathleen C. Wright Administration Center in Fort Lauderdale. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Foganholi to the position on April 29, filling the seat vacated

by now State Senator Dr. Rosalind Osgood.

Foganholi said he was honored to serve the families in District 5 and be a member of the School Board.

“My parents came here from Brazil with a dream to make a better future for our family.

They came to the U.S. for opportunity – and this is what opportunity looks like, this is what the American dream looks like.”

Foganholi is a design consultant who also works with the American Brazilian Coalition and is an active member of his church, Habitat for Humanity and the non-profit organization Feeding America.

Foganholi earned certificates in marketing and business management from Florida Atlantic School Board member Daniel P. Foganholi, District 5 (center), is accompanied University. by his wife, young son and father as he is sworn into office by Broward Foganholi’s term as a County Commissioner Torey Alston.

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lamingo Gardens is hosting its newest exhibit through September 5, 2022. The Free Seas' "Flotsam Fauna" exhibit is a collection of art created from marine debris found on the shores of South Florida beaches. The giant sculptures, created by Free Our Seas and Beyond, invite reflection of how the choices of our everyday lives collectively affect our oceans.

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