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CONTENTS FEATURE STORY 43 Tiny Planet Preschool Provides a World-Class Education

CALENDAR PAGE 44 February 2020

POSITIVE PARENTING

PUBLISHERS’ PAGE

16 The Very Best Valentine’s Day Gift

COMMUNITY NEWS 18 Weston Maintains Elite Credit Rating Status 18 City’s Financial Reporting Deemed Excellent 20 Community CPR Day Teaches Lifesaving Lessons 22 Weston University Students Get Hands On Life Safety Lesson 24 WestonNights Concert Series Offers a Little of Everything 26 Climb Aboard the New 75 Express Bus 28 Weston World Fest Debuts Art Village 32 Six Schools Share Mayor’s Challenge Winnings 36 Rotary Run For Tomorrow Provides Help Today 38 Boy Scouts Conduct First Flag Retirement Ceremony 46 Cirque de la Symphonie Leaves Audience Spellbound 46 St. Katharine Drexel Ministries Aid Neighbors in Need 49 Weston Art Guild Juried Show Winners Announced 50 City Launches Census 2020 Education Campaign

IT’S THEIR BUSINESS 25 Seniors Helping Seniors Provides Companionship and Care.

HEATH AND WELLNESS 34 USA Medicine. An Insider’s Experience.

SAFETY CORNER 40 Heart Health

ASK THE EXPERT 41 Advantages of Ortho-K

48 Core values – A Must For All Ages 48 GOT NEWS?

ASK THE EXPERT 51 Arthroscopy of the Foot and Ankle 84 Should I Have My Child’s Wisdom Teeth Extracted? 85 What is Breast Implant Illness?

PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE 52 Making the Grade – Choosing the Best Private School for Your Child

ROTARY NEWS

79 Weston Rotary Drawdown Draws Crowds

PUZZLE PAGE 75 Crossword and Sudoku 80 Answer Key

LEGISLATIVE LOOK

CAN DO KIDS 60 Cypress Bay Student Chosen to Serve as Broward Center Teen Ambassador 70 Aspiring Artist TurnsTrash to Treasure 62 Student Makes Voice Heard Through Podcast 64 Brownie Troop Makes Strides and Reaches Goal

SCHOOL NEWS 67 Falcon Cove Gifted Classes Participate in Disney Education Program 69 Imagine Weston Families Gather for Multicultural Night Celebration 72 Falcon Cove Students Flock To Home Economics Elective

80 How To Survive When Under a Boil-Water Order

LEGALLY SPEAKING 81 What Does Child Support Cover?

TEE TO GREEN 82 How Often Do You Hit Solid Golf Shots?

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 86 Weston Family Eyecare is First in Florida to Offer Treatment for Digital Device Symptoms

JUST FOR LAUGHS 86 Comic Strip

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REAL ESTATE 73 Are You an Empty Nester Thinking About Downsizing?

87 Periodontal Disease in Dogs

PET OF THE MONTH 87 Meet Lola and Nico

PHOTO OF THE MONTH 89 OUR CITY Westin Travels to Aruba

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 88 4Ever Young Will Help You Feel Your Best 90 2020 BEST OF WESTON-Vote Now! 91 Elite Dental and Aesthetics Has New Faces and Bigger Smiles

SNAPSHOTS FROM SCHOOL 92,94 School Fun and Learning Photos

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The Best Valentine’s Day Gift

ebruary is typically the month we shower those we love with gifts of chocolates and flowers, and maybe a piece of jewelry. This Valentine’s Day, why not give your loved one a gift that truly shows how much you care about them – the gift of life. February is American Heart Month and it’s the perfect time to help your family adopt a heart-healthy lifestyle and learn lifesaving CPR. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States. According to the American Heart Association (AHA), someone in this country suffers a heart attack every 34 seconds. This is when blood flow to the heart is blocked. During a heart attack, seconds count. It is critical to keep the blood flowing until paramedics arrive. That’s why the AHA is encouraging everyone, even children, to learn hands-only CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation). Throughout the month of February, local municipalities, fire departments, and other agencies and health care providers will be offering hands-only CPR classes. It consists of two simple steps – call 9-1-1 and then push hard and fast until help arrives. Immediate CPR can double or triple a person’s chances of survival after cardiac arrest. Take the time to learn this lifesaving technique, because the life you save will likely be that of someone you know. This is also the month to adopt a heart healthy lifestyle, if you haven’t already. That means eating nutrient-rich foods, exercising more (with at least 150 minutes of moderate physical activity each week), and living a tobacco-free life. So, this Valentine’s Day, show your loved ones how much you really care – take the time to learn or refresh your CPR skills and commit to living a heart-healthy life. Sincerely,

Christy & Terry Jaillet

PUBLISHERS Christy & Terry Jaillet publisher@ourcitymedia.com MANAGING EDITOR Stacey Bomser OFFICE MANAGER Gabriela Moscoso ART DIRECTOR Jacqueline Allard GRAPHIC DESIGNER Tom Rowe ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER Nancy Koval nancy@ourcitymedia.com ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES John Brodie, Denise Caligiuri, Adrienne Collins, Mariem Garcia, Silvia Silva, Jerry Spielman CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Beverly Perkins, Ivis Mateos, Representative Richard Stark, Dr. Jean Nerette, Stephanie Muniz -ARNP, Fire Chief Todd Draizin, Dr. Carlo A. Messina, Holly & Bob Catania, Dr. Maria Grosman, Terry Jaillet, Dr. Behar, Dr. Browner, Dr. Jane Therrien, Dr. Tamy Faierman, Evan Baron, Dean Sklar, Rose Sklar, Mayor Daniel J. Stermer, Miguel E. Cordova, DVM CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Kim Ruoff, Krushot Photography, PhotographyByLuigi.com, Weston Photography Studios

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Weston Maintains Elite Credit Rating Status BY STACEY BOMSER

he City of Weston has achieved something many homeowners aspire for – an excellent credit score. Moody’s Investors Service reaffirmed its Aaa rating, the strongest creditworthiness relative to other U.S. municipal or tax-exempt entities. Much like consumer credit ratings, the better the credit score, the more accessible the credit and more favorable the interest rate for municipalities. With Weston’s stellar credit score, the City will receive the most favorite interest rates offered. Mayor Daniel Stermer says this is good news for Weston residents because it equates to a substantial benefit for taxpayers should the City need to borrow money for capital projects or improvements. “The re-affirmation of the City of Weston rating is a positive endorsement of the financial management practices of the City’s leaders. Additionally, when the City is ready to issue debt, it will receive the most favorable rates, terms and conditions afforded to U.S. municipal governments.” Moody’s rated 16,255 municipal bond issuers as of 2017 and of those only 1,163 received a rating of Aaa. This puts Weston in the top 93 percent in the country. Obligators rated Aaa are judged to be of the highest quality and subject to the lowest credit default risk. The ratings process is a lengthy six-step process that involves both quantitative analysis and qualitative factors. An obligator scorecard is developed using several factors with certain weightings assigned: Economy and Tax Base (30%), Finances (30%), Management and Governance (20%) and Debt and

Pensions (20%). According to the Moody’s report, Weston’s credit position is excellent and its Aaa rating is much stronger than the median rating of Aa3 for cities nationwide. Weston’s notable credit factors include a very healthy financial position, extremely small debt and pension liabilities, a substantial tax base, and a strong wealth and income profile. Here are some of the highlights from the study: ▸ Economy and Tax Base – Weston has an exceptionally strong economy and tax base. The full value per capita is above the U.S. median and saw impressive growth in recent years. Weston’s total full value ($11.8 billion) is much stronger than other Moody’s rated cities and its median family income is well above the U.S. level. ▸ Finances – Weston has a robust financial position. Its fund balance as a percent of operating revenues is far superior to the U.S. median and grew materially over recent years. Additionally, Weston’s cash balance as a percent of operating revenues (146%) is substantially above other Moody’s rated cities. ▸ Debt and Pensions – Weston’s debt and pension burdens are exceptionally light and favorably below the U.S. median. Moody’s reviews its ratings on an annual basis. The City of Weston’s Aaa rating was last affirmed in 2016 and 2010, after initially being attained in 2006. Weston also holds a AAA credit rating from Standard and Poor’s.

City’s Financial Reporting Deemed Excellent BY STACEY BOMSER

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Reports submitted to the CAFR program are reviewed by selected members he accolades continue to poor in related to the City of Weston’s financial of the GFOA professional staff and the GFOA Special Review Committee, which is stability. For the 21st consecutive year, Weston has been awarded the covcomprised of individuals with expertise in public sector financial reporting and eted Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for includes financial statement preparers, independent auditors, academics, and its Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) for the Fiscal Year ending September 30, 2018. The award, which is presented annually by the Government other finance professionals. In evaluating the Comprehensive Annual Financial Reports, the impartial panel judges whether the documents meet the high stanFinance Officers Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada, is the dards of the program and clearly communicate the financial story and motivate highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and finanpotential users and user groups to read the CAFR. cial reporting. The GFOA established the Certificate of Achievement in Financial Reporting n You can view Weston’s 2018 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report at https://flauditor.gov/ program in 1945 to encourage and assist state and local governments to go pages/mun_efile%20rpts/2018%20weston.pdf. beyond the minimum requirements of generally accepted accounting principles, to prepare comprehensive annual financial reports that evidence the spirit of transparency and full disclosure, and to recognize individual governments that succeed in achieving that goal. The purpose of the program is not to assess the financial health of participating governments, but rather to ensure that users of their financial statements have the information they need to do so themselves. “This recognition is made possible by the dedicated professionalism of our Accounting Manager, Cindy Tao, and her staff, and by our Chief Financial Officer, Darrel Thomas,” states City Manager Don Decker. “The recognition independently validates the quality of the City’s financial reporting and should give the City’s residents confidence that their tax dollars are properly accounted for Congratulations to the City’s Financial Accounting Department on receiving its 21st CAFR Award. Pictured from left: David Friedman, accountant, Cathi Hawkins, accounts payable, Accounting to the highest scrutiny.” Manager Cindy Tao, and Assistant City Manager/Chief Financial Officer Darrel Thomas.

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Community CPR Day Teaches Lifesaving Lessons BY STACEY BOMSER

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or this Valentine’s Day, you and your loved ones can share the ultimate gift – the gift of life. Residents, ages eight and up, can learn how to save a life during the third annual Weston Community CPR Day. It takes place on Saturday, February 22nd at the Weston Community Center. “The month of February reminds us to make sure we take the time to show how much we care about and love each other,” states BSO Weston District Fire Chief Todd Draizin. “This year’s theme ‘Healthy Hearts – The Beat Goes On’ reminds us to make healthy choices and to learn CPR. In less than one hour we can teach you and your family how to save a loved one’s life with Hands Only CPR as well as Bleeding Control techniques.” Community CPR Day is presented by the City of Weston, Broward Sheriff’s Office Department of Fire Rescue and Emergency Services, and Cleveland Clinic Florida. Throughout the program, firefighter/ paramedics and healthcare workers will teach attendees how to perform Hands Only CPR, how to operate an Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) and how to control life-threatening bleeding. Chief Draizin encourages everyone to take advan-

tage of this free program, because the life you save will likely be someone you know. “The quicker these life-saving techniques are applied the better chance for the patient to have minimal complications and have a positive patient outcome, also known as quality of life. Since family members and bystanders are often the first to witness emergencies they can offer the victims the greatest chance of survival by starting CPR, using an AED or initiating bleeding control techniques before EMS responders arrive.” Time is of the essence, especially when it comes to cardiac arrest. According to Chief Draizin, there is a short window of time to prevent permanent injury, including death, by restoring blood flow artificially until the body can resume normal function.

“According to the American Heart Association (AHA), when CPR is initiated within the first few minutes of a victim’s collapse, combined with pre-hospital EMS care, the victim’s chance of survival increases by as much as fifty percent.” The good news is that almost anyone can perform Hands Only CPR. Chief Draizin says children as young as eight have saved lives using this simple technique. “According to the AHA, Hands Only CPR has just two easy steps. First, call 9-1-1 if you see a teen or adult suddenly collapse. Then, push hard and fast in the center of the chest to the beat of a familiar song that has 100 to 200 beats per minute. Song examples include Stayin’ Alive by the Bee Gees or Baby Shark by PinkFong. Keep it up until paramedics arrive.” No reservation is required to participate in Community CPR Day; simply stop by the Weston Community Center on February 22nd anytime between 10am and 2pm. BSO Weston offers a Hands Only CPR class with bleeding control at the Community Center each month. It also offers free traditional “Heart Saver” CPR classes to Weston residents and businesses. To register for these classes, contact Mary Ann Caporrino at 954-389-2015.

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WestonNights Concert Series Offers a Little of Everything BY STACEY BOMSER

he WestonNights Outdoor Concert Series continues on Saturday, February 8th, with the VAM Band. Known for an extensive playlist and high energy performances, this group of highly skilled and experienced musicians is one of South Florida’s most popular party bands. The VAM Band plays a little something for everyone, with a repertoire of Pop/Top 40, Soul, Funk, R&B, Motown, Reggae, Latin music and more. Concertgoers can expect to hear recent hits such as Suit & Tie by Justin Timberlake and Get Lucky by Daft Punk, as well as a collection of classics including My Girl by The Temptations, Isn’t She Lovely by Stevie Wonder, and Ladies Night by Kool & The Gang, with tunes such as Smooth by Santana featuring Rob Thomas and Kiss by Prince possibly rounding out the show. “This upbeat variety band was chosen because they play genres of music that will appeal to our diverse audience and get concertgoers up on their feet and keep them there throughout the night,” states Weston’s Special Events Manager Annalisa Walker. “We want to keep the high energy vibe from November’s concert through

the stage. The popular country rock band is scheduled to perform on Saturday, March 14th. The Shane Duncan Band plays a selection of original songs such as Life’s Snooze Bar and Get Your Drink Up as well as classic country and rock tunes such as The Devil Went Down to Georgia made famous by the Charlie Daniels Band and Chicken Fried by the Zac Brown Band. Opening up for The Shane Duncan Band will be Saving Herald, a local band made up of four high school students; they will take the stage at 6pm. All WestonNights concerts take place from Photo courtesy the VAM Band 7-10pm at the event stage in Weston Regional Park. There is a lighted playground next to our entire concert series.” the concert area where children can play before You may remember that show featured The the show. Concertgoers are encouraged to bring Pixels – Retro Eighties Experience. An audience their own lawn chairs or blankets and come early of over 2,000 concertgoers danced the night to pick their perfect seating location. Coolers are away to classic 80’s tunes such as Madonna’s welcome, but alcohol is not permitted in the park. Material Girl, Cyndi Lauper’s Girls Just Wanna Have Food trucks will be on site offering a variety of Fun, The Bangles’ Walk Like an Egyptian, Michael food choices. Jackson’s Thriller, and Journey’s power ballad Don’t Stop Believin’. For more information on the WestonNights Outdoor The excitement is expected to continue next Concert Series call 954-389-4321 or visit www.westonfl.org/ month when The Shane Duncan Band takes events.

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The Express Buses are used primarily by riders who own their own cars, but welcome the convenience, comfort and cost savings of commuting in the coach-style buses. One-way fares on the 75 Express Bus are available for as little as $1.30 and monthly passes cost less than $100. The 75 Express Bus will offer free Wi-Fi, air-conditioned comfort, comfortable seating and will travel in the express lanes for faster more reliable travel times. Service will be provided every 30 minutes during the peak morning and afternoon commute times. Commuters can take com-

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County to their places of employment in Miami-Dade County quickly and reliably. Morning service begins as early as 5:40am with continual buses running until 9:40am. The afternoon commute begins at 3:45pm with the last bus leaving the Miami Airport Station at 7:20pm and scheduled to arrive at the BB&T Center by 8:24pm. “The new 75 Express Service demonstrates continual growth of our commitment to residents to continue making it easier and

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Weston World Fest Debuts Art Village BY STACEY BOMSER

rt and Architecture is the theme of the 5th annual Weston World Fest, taking place on Sunday, March 1st at Weston Regional Park. It promises to be bigger and better than ever, building upon the past success of this popular community cultural celebration. Presented by the Arts Council of Greater Weston in partnership with the City of Weston, the family-friendly festival highlights Weston’s

diversity by introducing attendees to tional component to Weston World international cultures, cuisines and Fest. Each country booth exhibits entertainment. Patrons can ‘travel’ the cultural displays and hands-on world, discovering the far-reaching activities, with a passport chalhomelands of their Weston neighbors lenge just for students. Throughout at 20 different country booths. For the the day, live professional and first time, patrons will be able to ‘visit’ semi-professional dancers, singers, Belarus and the Ukraine. musicians and entertainers, rep“The diversity of greater resenting different countries and Weston is on full display at cultures, will perform. Guests can Weston World Fest,” states look forward to a return of Ronin Arts Council President Taiko (Japanese Taiko drummers) Jami Nix Rahn. “All of our and the Ukrainian Dancers of Miami. country booths are preIn addition, authentic ethnic food and sented by local residents beverages from area restaurants will who donate their time to be available for purchase. share international activi“This year’s theme of Art and ties and culture.” Architecture has created an exciting There is a strong educa- opportunity to showcase well-known international art and architecture in our country booths while featuring outstanding local artists and exhibits in our Art Village,” notes Weston World Fest Director Carol Lema. “Attendees will be able to visit an exhibit planned by Young At Art Museum as well as

enjoy live art and art technique demos by local artists.” Although only entering its fifth year, Weston World Fest has quickly grown to be the area’s number one cultural event. Nix Rahn points out that it is a three-time winner of Best Cultural Event in Best of Weston. Weston World Fest takes place from noon until 4pm on Sunday, March 1st at the event stage in Weston Regional Park. There is no entry fee. For more information visit the Arts Council of Greater Weston website at www.1weston.com or the City of Weston event calendar at www. westonfl.org, or call 954-389-4321.

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he Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge 1-Mile Family Health Walk attracted more than 2,000 students and families. It was part of the Rotary Club of Weston’s Run For Tomorrow events. The City of Weston started the Mayor’s Challenge Cup program nine years ago to encourage parents and schools to join together in teaching children the importance of fitness and healthy living. Each year, Weston elementary schools compete to see which school will have the largest number of participants in the 1-Mile Family Health Walk, as a percentage of its total enrollment, and take home the coveted Commission Cup trophy. “The Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge promotes healthy competition among our elementary schools,”

explains Mayor Daniel Stermer. “As Mayor, I’m always thrilled to see so many families come out to represent their schools – literally thousands of children, parents, siblings, and yes…even their pets. It’s truly a community event that accomplishes our mission to promote a healthier community.” This year, thanks to financial support from the Rotary Club of Weston and event sponsors, every school that had at least ten percent of its student population participate received a $1,000 cash prize. Congratulations to Country Isles Elementary, Eagle

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he 22nd annual Rotary Run For Tomorrow was a runaway success, raising significant funds for local charities and Rotary beneficiaries. The event, which is the Rotary Club of Weston’s primary charity fundraiser, features a 5K, Half Marathon and 1-mile Family Health Walk. “It was a beautiful day in all ways. The weather was perfect, and the runners had an exceptional experience,” states Run Chair Jesus “Jay” Sanchez. “For 22 years our club has hosted this signature charity event, and we couldn’t be prouder of our city, our partners and our sponsors for making the 2019 Joe DiMaggio Children’s

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oy Scout Troop 183 conducted the first U.S. Flag Retirement Ceremony in Weston, respectfully retiring close to 75 flags that had been deposited in the City’s collection box at the Weston Community Center. Troop 183 Scoutmaster Craig Davis says this was a learning experience for the Boy Scouts, who range in age from eleven to 17. “They learned respect for the country, the symbol it (the flag) represents, and what it means to those who defend it.” According to law, U.S. flags that

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WestonNights Outdoor Concert – The outdoor concert series continues at Weston Regional Park at 7pm with the VAM Band performing a popular selection of Funk, Top 40, R&B, Soul, Reggae, Latin and more. Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets and come early to pick your perfect seating location. Coolers are welcome; alcohol is not permitted in the park. For more information call 954-389-4321.

Night, Night Storytime – Preschoolers and their caregivers can enjoy a bedtime story time at the Weston Branch Library from 6-7pm. There will be lively stories, songs and activities for ages three to five. This program is sponsored by the Weston Friends of the Library. For more information call 954-357-5430.

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club or about Weston Friends Club, please contact Chair Mary Sedlak at 954-389-3605.

event. In one hour, you will learn life-saving instruction in CPR, how to operate an AED, and how to control life-threatening bleeding. Instruction is provided by BSO Fire Rescue and Cleveland The Bookworm Show – In Clinic Florida. No reservation celebration of Library Lovers is necessary; just stop by the Month, Suzy Hammer’s Weston Community Center Bookworm, a reading superhero, between 10am and 2pm. will visit the Weston Branch For more information call Library from 11am-12pm. 954-389-2015. Children of all ages will enjoy “Spider-Man Far From Home” – engaging stories, memorable Bring the blankets, lawn chairs puppets, and magic surprises. and plenty of popcorn for For more information call Moonlight Movies in the Park. 954-357-5430. All ages will love this action film about what happens when young Peter Parker, who is on a class trip to Europe, clashes with elementals wreaking havoc across the continent. This free, family event takes place at the Event Stage in Weston Regional Park at 7:30pm. For more information, please call 954-389-4321.

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Weston Friends Club Men’s Group – “Weston Guys Meet & Eat” will meet for breakfast at a local restaurant. For APB Networking Luncheon – more information or to Weston Friends Club 5-Deck The Association of Professional Canasta – This game is played make a reservation, contact Businesswomen meets the Chair Mike Callahan at 954at a member’s home on the second Wednesday of the 298-8724 or mjcallahan@ first and third Wednesdays month from 11:30am-1pm at comcast.net. of the month. If you are MCafe, inside the Midtown interested in this activity Valentine’s Day Storytime – Athletic Club. For more or more information about Children, ages five to ten, can information visit www. Weston Friends Club, please celebrate Valentine’s Day at the apbweston.com or call email Chair Judy Good at Weston Branch Library with 954-557-4318. jigood7@gmail.com. a special story time session Weston Library Book Club – All and craft. It’s from 4-4:30pm. are welcome to a book talk Preregistration is required; on Sandcastle Girls by Chris call 954-357-5430. Bohjalian. Copies are available “A Man Called Ove” – The at the information desk. This “Beauty & The Beast, Jr.” – Weston Foreign Film Series, book club meets the second The Cypress Bay drama presented by the Arts Council Wednesday of the month from department presents this of Greater Weston and City of 6:30-7:30pm. Call 954-357beloved Disney tale with Weston, continues with this 5304 for more information. performances each night at Swedish film about an ill7pm in the school’s auditorium. tempered retiree who develops To purchase tickets, go to www. an unlikely friendship with lightningdrama.com. his boisterous new neighbors. Show times are at 4:45pm and 7:30pm at AMC Weston 8. Tickets, if available, are $8 at the theater on the night of the show. For more information visit www.1Weston.com or call 954-389-4321.

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March 1st Weston World Fest – “Art and Architecture” is the theme of this year’s event which celebrates the cultural diversity of our community. Weston World Fest offers authentic international foods, educational country booths, and onstage performances. This free, family-friendly event takes place from 12-4pm at Weston Regional Park. For more information go to www.1weston.com.

24th Weston Art Guild Meeting – Artist Patricia Ross will demonstrate her whimsical style of painting using acrylic on wallpaper as well as canvas. The meeting is free and open “How to Train Your Dragon: The to the public. It takes place Hidden World” – Moonlight from 7-9pm at the Davie Parks Movies in the Park continues Recreation Multipurpose with this animated movie Center, 3801 S. Pine Island about what the citizens of Berk Road. Contact Lifrancis Rojas do when faced with a dragon at 305-310-9586 for more trafficker who threatens information. their peace, dragons, and friendships. Show time is at 8pm at the event stage at Weston Regional Park. Call 954-389-4321 for more information.

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Free Pops Concert – The Symphony of the Americas, under the direction of Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, will perform a free outdoor pops concert at Weston Town Center at 6:30pm. Limited seating will be available; please bring your own lawn chair. For more information visit www. westonmusicsociety.org.

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Cirque de la Symphonie Leaves Audience Spellbound

irque de la Symphonie was a treat for the senses. This unique production featured incredible acrobatic feats choreographed to holiday-themed music performed by the Symphony of the Americas Orchestra under the baton of Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese. The unique concert experience was presented by the City of Weston in collaboration with the Weston Music Society. “One of the goals of the Weston Music Society is to bring the best of all genres of music to Weston, and this concert certainly exceeded that goal,” stated Lou Marett, president of the Weston Music Society. According to Marett, the audience gasped, laughed and cheered as the Cirque-style jugglers, aerial acrobats and gymnasts performed their amazing acts perfectly timed to the music. Patrons were

equally impressed by the orchestra’s performance. The program included a selection of music from movies and ballets to beloved holiday songs. Audience members clapped and sang along to A Christmas Festival and Sleigh Ride by Leroy Anderson, the concert suite from “Polar Express”, Dead Man’s Chest from “Pirates of the Caribbean”, Hatikvah, Anitra’s Dance by Edvard Grieg, and Tchaikovsky’s Waltz of the Flowers from “The Nutcracker”, among other tunes. Following the concert, patrons were invited to attend a dessert reception where they could meet and mingle with the musicians and Cirque performers. Attendees had nothing but praise for the performance, including comments such as “Best concert ever,” “What a great evening,” and “Thank for bringing this to Weston.” Many of those in attendance were children, which delights Weston Music Society officers as the organization is committed to fostering music appreciation in Weston students. “Cirque de la Symphonie was a great follow-up to our elementary school education program in which we introduce the instruments of the orchestra to the students,” explains Vice President of Education Christy Blackford. “Now they hear all the instru-

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ments together and take a giant step toward appreciating fine music.” Next month, music lovers can look forward to the free Outdoor Pops Concert. This annual event is presented by the Weston Music Society, City of Weston, and Weston Town Center, in partnership with the Arts Council of Greater Weston. The popular program features the Symphony of the Americas, under the baton of Maestro James Brooks-Bruzzese, playing a selection of familiar classics, Broadway melodies, and tributes to popular performers. It takes place on Sunday, March 8th, from 6:30-8pm near the Bell Tower. Seating is limited; please bring your own lawn chairs. To learn more about the Weston Music Society visit www. WestonMusicSociety.org.

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St. Katharine Drexel Ministries Aid Neighbors in Need BY STACEY BOMSER

very Saturday morning the parking lot at Saint Katharine Drexel Catholic Church transforms into an open-air market. The Market of Love was started by members of the Ministry of St. Vincent de Paul to provide physical and spiritual nourishment to neighbors in need. According to parishioner Gabriel Gutierrez, there are about 3,000 families in Weston living below the poverty line. “Market of Love is a weekly Saturday morning program for people in transition to have fresh food such as fruits, vegetables and dairy prod- parishioners donate money which is used to buy ucts. By helping with part of the food, we help bring fresh fruits and vegetables from produce wholepeace and hope to homes that are experiencing a salers in Miami. In addition, local owners of food temporary situation.” companies donate products. Publix donates breads Although originally started to help members of and cakes to another church ministry called Los the Weston community suffering financial hardCaballeros de Colon (Knights of Columbus). ships, Gutierrez says they do not turn anyone away, To further help families get back on their feet, serving an average of 600 families per month. St. Vincent de Paul provides financial support by “Market of Love was for people who live in Weston ini- helping pay FPL or water bills or part of the recipitially, but we have found that they come from nearby ent’s rent. During home visits, volunteers provide communities as well. We do not deny help to anyone. spiritual accompaniment and practical assistance We always welcome them since making the decision to help recipients find the strength to take control of to access these aids is difficult for people since they their lives again. must accept a level of failure in their lives. We supGutierrez says the church also offers job support them to get ahead; we do not judge them.” port. “Recipients can access a billboard on which Market of Love is run by donations. Church 46 FEBRUARY 2020 | OUR CITY WESTON | OURCITYMEDIA.COM

we post job listings, they are also invited to attend Opportunity. It is another St. Katharine Drexel Parish Ministry. Every Tuesday from 8-10pm talks and guidance are given to the job search.” While the recipients of these acts of charity certainly benefit from these services, Gutierrez says members of his ministry benefit as well. “Helping people in Weston and nearby communities is helping the neighbor who is hungry and thirsty, who at some point can be any of us. Giving love and delivering part of what each of us gives is receiving love and blessings.” To learn more about Market of Love and other programs by the Ministry of St. Vincent de Paul email stvincentskd@gmail.com or call 754-702-7837.

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POSITIVE PARENTING

Core values – A Must For All Ages BY IVIS MATEOS ore values are the fundamental beliefs that shape a person’s character or behavior as they define what the person is willing to adopt as wrong or right. Core values are applied into our personal life, work environment, social groups, community and many other areas. As we go through different stages of maturity, our values tend to change. What might have been a core value system for you as a child might no longer apply in adulthood. For example, as a child your priorities and value systems might have included Friends Above All, Honesty, and Fun. Once you begin to mature, your values might change to Family, Faith and Integrity. Change is a sign of growth and development in each and every one of us and our children. Teaching strong values to our children is instrumental to their growth and character development. As parents we can introduce our children to some of the core values that best define our family beliefs. For example, in my family, my husband and I believe it is important that our children include Faith first as a core value. A belief in God, the source of life and light in our lives, is a foundation to who we are. We also taught our children the importance of Family. With faith and the love and support of our little family, we covered the values that matter most to us. Then we have values that apply to each one as individuals depending on our own character, such as humbleness, independence, passion, integrity, self-respect and caring for others. It is important to create a system of evaluation and renovation of values in order to continue to stay true to ourselves and our personal and emotional growth and maturity. Creating a journaling system is a great way to keep accountable as well as to evaluate values individually and as a family. Journaling will assist in the process of discovering whether our core values can be modified, replaced or simply remain as is to continue to define our fundamental beliefs and good character.

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Weston Art Guild Juried Show Winners Announced BY STACEY BOMSER

ongratulations to the winners of the Weston Art Guild’s 11th Annual Juried Exhibit. Prizes were awarded during an artist reception celebrating the nearly 50 pieces of artwork on display at the Weston Branch Library. This year’s show featured 44 original pieces of art produced by members of the Weston Art Guild. Pins and Needles Family Life “We are extremely proud of the by Judy Nunno by Roslyn Roth quality of work and styles displayed “We hope to encourage and inspire them on their as we love the variety and diversity,” shares Guild artistic journey, plus add to their resume as they President Lynda Sauls. “This year’s show included work done in oils, acrylics, watercolors, mixed media, apply to college.” Watercolorist and illustrator Susan Convery glass, digital art, Indian inks and pencil.” served as judge for the Weston Art Guild Juried Along with the 26 Weston Art Guild members Exhibit. She complimented the creativity and energy featured, the Juried Exhibit also included digital in the group of paintings. “The variety of styles and photograph work by five Cypress Bay High and media provide every viewer the opportunity School art students. This was the third year the to find something to appreciate and enjoy. It was school has been invited to participate in the very challenging selecting only a few artworks juried exhibit, with pieces chosen by Art Teacher for recognition. I made my selections based upon Elizabeth Jenkins. compositional and technical skill of the artist using “It is with great pleasure to see these students the media they chose. I also looked for artwork that receive their awards that we present,” notes Sauls.

keeps my mind engaged in a play of repetition and shape and unexpected variations or underlying themes which are apparent from a distance and close up.” First place was awarded to Roslyn Roth for Family Life. Judy Nunno’s Pins and Needles won second place and Blooming Tranquility by Lynda Sauls received Blooming Tranquility by Lynda Sauls the third-place award. In addition, Lois Perdue’s Life is Good and Vidal Rodriguez’s Moon Over Parador earned Judge’s Recognition awards and Marlene Hammel’s Circles of Memories, Richard Windows’ Diversity and Nancy Lussier’s Goofy received Honorable Mention awards. Now in its 14th year, the Weston Art Guild is a non-profit, all-volunteer organization established to create a cultural atmosphere in the community by educating the public on the importance of all forms of visual arts. The Guild reflects the multicultural composition of its members’ work. For more information on the Weston Art Guild go to WestonArtGuild.com.

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City Launches Census 2020 Education Campaign BY STACEY BOMSER

ensus 2020 is just around the corner and the City of Weston wants to make sure every resident is ready. In an effort to explain the purpose of the Census and what’s involved as well as to address common concerns, city and community leaders have recorded a series of public service announcements. Everyone from the mayor, police chief and fire chief to a local physician, clergy member, business owner and several active community volunteers are appearing in these videos. Mayor Daniel Stermer delivered the first PSA message explaining that it is important every Weston resident be counted, regardless of age, because Census data directly affects our community in many ways. “Businesses depend upon Census data to make decisions about where to locate, hire and invest,” he pointed out. Another way Weston benefits from Census results is with school funding. Former City Commissioner Angel Gomez, who is now Governmental Coordinator for the Broward County School Board, explained that, “An accurate census is key to our schools getting the funding they need to serve every child who walks through our doors.” He pointed out that, among other things, Census data determines the distribution of $11.3 billion in special education grants to the states, over $13 billion for the National School Lunch Program, and helps fund grants to improve teacher quality. In addition to education, Census data is used to distribute more than $700 billion dollars each year in federal and state funding for vital programs such as healthcare and emergency assistance. Both BSO Fire Rescue and Emergency

Services District Chief Todd Draizin and BSO Chief of Police Kevin Butler encouraged participation to ensure Weston receives proper funding for public safety services. Captain Butler assured residents that completing the Census is perfectly safe: “The Census is confidential. NO law enforcement agency or any government agency or court can gain access to your information. It cannot be used against you in any way. Census staff take a lifetime oath, to protect your information and violations are a $250,000 fine and/or up to five years in prison.” Similar messages assuring the confidentiality of all Census responses were reinforced by Fabio Andrade, founder of Americas Community Center for the immigrant community, and Jesus Sanchez, member of the Rotary Club of Weston, who recorded his message in both English and Spanish. Loren Oliveira and Beatriz Malnic, founders of the Brazilian Voices, used their beautiful voices to encourage participation, including performing a little song as part of their PSA. The PSA campaign also includes videos from everyday people who simply care about our community. Longtime resident and cultural advocate Joy Rodenberg confessed that “as an active senior, technology is not really my thing”, but says there is no need to fear this year’s online census. There are options to complete the census by phone or mail if you prefer. And local medical student Mohamed Saba reminded residents that your kids count too. However, children away at college should complete the Census at their campus housing. For more information on Census 2020 in Weston, including links to watch the PSA videos, go to www.westonfl.org/residents/census-2020. Remember, #WeCount in Weston.

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and cartilage are often removed. Suctioning of debris and smoothing rough surfaces will often allow a joint to resume its normal gliding motion. Arthroscopic surgery may be used to treat chronic joint pain and swelling; arthritis and bone spurs; loose bone and cartilage fragments; stiff, scarred joints; and ankle fractures that have not completely recovered. The advantages of this treatment include faster recovery; less pain and swelling; avoids large incisions; low risk of infection; it is an outpatient procedure; and a quicker return to activities. Joints are designed to give our bodies freedom of movement. Wear and tear of a joint due to injury or due to aging may alter the lifestyle of an individual. When conservative treatments fail, arthroscopic surgery should be considered. The surgery is especially helpful for a fracture that has occurred to the ankle even after the ankle has been fixed surgically. The cartilage in the ankle joint may have been damaged during the injury causing chronic stiffness and pain that may be mild but never goes away completely. Patients often think that this is a very livable condition. However, once treated arthroscopically, a full return to activity may be possible. Carlo A. Messina, DPM, is a Board Certified Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgeon, Diplomate American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon with the Foot, Ankle and Leg Specialists of South Florida and specializes in treating infants, children, teens and adults. His partners are Dr. Robert Sheinberg, Dr. Al DeSimone, Dr. Fernando Moya, Dr. Alexander Bertot, Dr. David Shenassa, Dr. Michael Cohen, Dr. Franz Jones and Dr. John Goodner. The South Florida Institute of Sports Medicine in Weston is located at 1600 Town Center Blvd., Suite C, (954) 389-5900 and in Pembroke Pines at 17842 NW 2nd Street, (954) 430-9901. The practice website is www.SOUTHFLORIDASPORTSMEDICINE.org.

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PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE

BY BEVERLY PERKINS

hen considering sending your child to a private school, it is vital to take into account various factors, especially if you have to pay a pretty penny to attend. In this day and age, it is evident that academics are getting more rigorous, standardized tests are increasingly difficult, and the pressure of college is no joke. Colleges today want a well-rounded, educated, unique students, so it is key to find a private school that will enable your child to embody these qualities. Find a school with good extracurriculars The first factor to consider should be the size of the school. It will be harder for your child to stand out in a very large class. Most colleges compare students against their class, not other schools, so this factor is very important. It will be easier for your child to stand out in a small pond than in a large sea of students. Additionally, you should ensure that there are ample extracurriculars at your selected private school that appeal to your child. Having good extracurriculars and sports teams should be a deciding factor when selecting a private school. Colleges often look to recruit athletes from wellknown private schools. A wide variety of extracurriculars gives your child the option to be involved in an organization that actually interest them. Colleges want ambitious students, so leadership positions in clubs and organizations are crucial to your child’s success. Prioritizes academics and education Another factor to consider would be the passing rates of Advanced Placement (AP) and Cambridge’s Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) exams. High passing rates indicate that the educators at the school

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they won’t have to retake that course in college. Not only do high passing rates increase the likelihood of your child receiving college credit, but it implies that your child is more likely to do better in the course throughout the year as well. Academics that are challenging, high passing rates on ap exams Apart from just the passing rate itself, parents should also pay attention to score distributions. The highest possible AP score is a 5, and the lowest passing score is a 3. A school may have a high passing rate, but it is important to know the proportion of students receiving 4’s and 5’s, not just 3’s. Different scores may earn a student different credits at certain colleges. Although it is important for passing rates to be high, the environment of the school will also contribute to your child’s success. School should be a place where students should feel comfortable, safe, and welcomed. It is now more important than ever that your child feels safe at school, but as a parent, you should be certain that you feel comfortable just the same as you send your child off to that school every weekday.

Guidance counselors that care about your child’s future Most importantly, students should feel comfortable reaching out to guidance counselors and advisors. Having supportive guidance counselors and understanding teachers can truly have a positive impact on your child’s high school experience. Counselors should be available to aid with schedules, college applications, college essays, and even personal issues. Good college advisors and counselors are imperative to making the college application process as seamless as possible. It is important to make sure that guidance counselors and college advisors are accessible to students at all times. Overall, there are many factors to consider when selecting the right private school for your child. The importance of these factors may vary depending on your child’s interests and priorities. Although this information may seem overwhelming, it should be helpful in narrowing down which school is the best fit for your child. With such amazing options in the area, no matter where your child ends up, they will be receiving an amazing education.

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Parkway Christian School’s mission is to grow the entire child, spiritually, academically and emotionally. Parkway is accredited by the Florida Council of Independent Schools and all teachers on staff are certified. Parkway has high academic standards, an excellent character education program and is involved in the community.

Potential Christian Academy Grades: PK-8 954-434-1550 www.ilovepca.com 12401 Stirling Road, Cooper City

Potential Christian Academy has been a part of the South Florida community for over 30 years. They believe that the best place to start building on the foundation of Christ is at a very early age, so that children will be able to experience the full meaning, purpose, and joy that God has for their lives. PCA recognizes that it is during a child’s formative years that a strong academic foundation is built, a child’s beliefs are formed, interpersonal skills are developed.

Saint David Catholic School Grades: PK-8 David Posnack Jewish Day School offers students 954-472-7086 unique learning experience. Combining academic www.saintdavidschool.org rigor in general and Judaic Studies with award- 3900 S University Drive, Davie winning arts and sports programming, the Posnack School prepares students for lifelong achievement. 100% of students from their class or 2018 were accepted into 4-year colleges; over 75% of students participate in at least one sports team; and, they offer electives in truly unique subjects like Madarin, Human Genetics, Yoga and much more.

Hochberg Preparatory School Grades: K-5 305-933-6946 www.posnackschool.org/academics/ lower-school-east/ 20350 NE 26th Ave., North Miami Beach

Hochberg Lower School offers K-5 students the chance to experience the challenge of a dual curriculum that combines the best of general and Jewish education in a warm and nurturing environment. Located on Posnack School’s East Campus, Hochberg Lower School provides a richlyengaging, technologically-advanced curriculum that promotes academic student success. We see lower school as our first and best opportunity to instill a lifelong enthusiasm for learning.

Parkway Christian School Grades: K-8 954-424-6425 For 55 years, Chaminade-Madonna has provided a quality, Catholic education to the South Florida www.pcs-fl.net community. Since 2010, Chaminade-Madonna has 1200 S Flamingo Rd, Davie 54 FEBRUARY 2020 | OUR CITY PRIVATE SCHOOL GUIDE | OURCITYMEDIA.COM

The mission of Saint David Catholic School is to provide a foundation for nurturing of Catholic faith, traditions, and academic excellence. Catholic education strives to educate the whole child: spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, artistically, and physically. Our curricula and co-curricular activities are designed to instill in each student a reverence for God and all His creation, and to affirm the rich diversity of our students, families, teachers while building positive community involvement.

Saint Thomas Aquinas High School Grades: 9-12 954-581-0700 www.aquinas-sta.org 2801 SW 12th Street, Fort Lauderdale

St. Thomas Aquinas High School, a Roman Catholic, co-educational, college preparatory school has acquired national recognition for academic and athletic excellence. Founded in 1936, STA has provided quality Catholic secondary education to Fort Lauderdale and the South Florida community for 83 years. Committed to the philosophy of Saint Thomas Aquinas, STA defines learning as the simultaneous and harmonious development of all facets of the human personality and strives to cultivate the achievements of each student.

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Scheck Hillel Community School Grades: PK-12 305-931-2831 www.ehillel.org 19000 NE 25th Ave., North Miami Beach

From Early Childhood through Grade 12, Scheck Hillel Community School educates and inspires students to become exemplary global citizens with enduring Jewish identity and values through an individualized college preparatory curriculum highlighted by STEM and design, Capstone, college dual enrollment, arts, athletics and servicelearning. Their 14 acres include a 115,000-sq.-ft athletic complex with additional academic expansion plans. Scheck Hillel is one of the world’s largest Jewish community day schools and a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

Sheridan Hills Christian School Grades: PK-12 954-966-7995 www.shcsharks.com 3751 Sheridan Street, Hollywood

Sheridan Hills Christian School is a Christ-centered biblically-based college preparatory school that disciples students, supports parents and equips teachers to be influencers in a classical tradition of academic excellence founded on faith in Jesus Christ. The school has a total enrollment of 450 with a 13:1 student to faculty ratio.

Westminster Academy Grades: PK-12 954-771-4600 www.wa.edu 5601 N Federal Highway, Fort Lauderdale

Westminster Academy has been decidedly missiondriven, firmly committed to Christian scholarship, and keenly focused on kingdom impact for the glory of God. With these combined core convictions as a cornerstone, Westminster Academy serves Christian families in South Florida by educating and equipping their children to be exceptional thinkers, lifelong learners, and influential leaders with a Biblical and scholarly perspective for college and beyond.

NON DENOMINATIONAL Allison Academy Grades: 6-12 305-940-3922 www.allisonacademy.com 1881 NE 164th Street, North Miami Beach

Allison Academy is a private middle and high school that provides quality educational programs with an emphasis on meeting individual needs through small class sized and a nurturing environment where each student’s self-esteem is valued and developed. Allison Academy accepts the responsibility of working in partnership with each student’s parents to create students who are

endowed with life-long love of learning, healthy selfimage, and positive attitude that will enable each student to grow academically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

American Heritage School Grades: PK-12 954-472-0022 www.ahschool.com 12200 W. Broward Blvd., Plantation

American Heritage School is a nationally recognized college preparatory school that provides a rigorous and well-rounded education with superior programs in academics, the arts, and athletics for students in grades PK3 through 12. Its Lower School offers advanced courses, including the Stanford University math program for accelerated math students in grades 4 through 6; 15 elective classes are also integrated into all students’ daily schedules. Its Upper School offers 135 honors courses, 28 Advanced Placement (AP) courses, a Pre-Professional Program with pre-med, pre-law, pre-engineering, biomedical engineering, computer science, and business, as well as a Science Research Institute with cutting-edge research and findings. More than 60 student-run clubs and honor societies are available at all grade levels.

AEF Schools Grades: K-12 954-521-8222 www.aefschools.com 6311 Orange Drive, Davie (Main) 4650 SW 61st Ave., Davie (High School) 5725 Orange Drive, Davie (Middle School)

AEF provides and promotes a unique environment that fosters the growth of the individual. Their program encourages the development of the whole student by focusing on social skills, cognitive skills, and academics. Their staff work to instill knowledge and values which help students both inside and outside the classroom environment.

Apple Tree Montessori School Grades: PK-8 954-252-9250 www.appletreemont.com 6301 SW 160th Ave., SW Ranches

Apple Tree Montessori School embraces the Montessori method for students from pre-K through 8th grade. The individuality of each child in respect to their needs and talents is the school’s focus. Students are given the opportunity to realize their full academic potential. The child manages time effectively while being responsible for completing each lesson.

Beacon Hill School Grades: PK-8 954-963-2600 www.beaconhillschool.com 7600 Davie Road Extension, Hollywood

Beacon Hill School is an independent,coeducational

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school, founded by Irving and Cherie Liss in 1959. It continues to be run by the Liss family under the leadership of Executive Director Andrew Liss. Beacon Hill School is dedicated to the fundamental philosophy, “The future belongs to those who prepare.” To achieve this goal, Beacon Hill fosters the holistic development of each child. Beacon Hill operates on an extended school year, consisting of 212 teaching days compared to a typical 180-day schedule.

Cambridge Preschools www.cambridgepreschools.com 954-271-8566 2550 Glades Circle

Cambridge Schools view learning as a dynamic process that must allow children to experience success upon success. The believe that a child who has the confidence to learn will want to learn more. There has never been a more challenging time for parents or their children. Our society is changing in ways that are unprecedented. Children are subject to influences that did not exist in previous generations. Cambridge Schools plays a larger role preparing its students to thrive amid the challenges and competition of modern life.

Conservatory Prep Schools 954-680-5808 www.conservatoryprep.org 5850 S. Pine Island Road, Davie

The purpose of Conservatory Prep is to encourage independent learning through a combined method of arts-integration and problem-based learning. The methodology was designed to meet the needs of twice-exceptional students. Instead of learning facts and a sequence of information leading towards the greater concept, these students have strong conceptual skills and abstract reasoning and very poor concrete, sequential skills, therefore they are most successful with a program starting with the concepts and working backwards to learn the facts and order.

Guidepost Montessori www.guidepostmontessori.com/ hollywood-beach 954-923-7100

At the heart of Guidepost Montessori is their belief that children thrive when given freedom and responsibility in Montessori environments prepared especially for them. The beautiful classrooms and caring staff members nurture a child’s joy in learning. Kids love engaging in their outdoor play spaces, which were designed to encourage exploration.

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Kid Cadoodles Child Care & Preschool Grades: PK 954-986-1515 www.kidcadoodles.com 4047 Sheridan Street, Hollywood An infant care and preschool center committed to providing children a loving, secure, professional and nurturing environment. Certified teachers teach developmentally appropriate activities. The multilingual staff speaks English, Spanish and Hebrew.

Little Hands on Learning Academy 954-434-3166 Grades: PK-1 www.littlehandsonlearningacademy.com 4961 SW 148th Ave, Davie The face of a child shows joy, wonder and excitement and most importantly, a face of imagination, infinite possibilities, new friends and a love for learning. Little Hands On Learning’s staff is dedicated to providing a warm, loving atmosphere where each child will feel secure and loved so that he/she may grow and develop as a confident, happy individual.

Lycee-Franco-Americain International School Grades: PK-8 954-237-0356 www.lyceefrancoam.org 8900 Stirling Road, Cooper City

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NOVA University School Grades: PK-12 954-262-4506 www.uschool.nova.edu 3375 SW 75th Ave., Fort Lauderdale At NSU University School, the classroom is their cornerstone, but they recognize that true development takes a combination of academics, arts, athletics, and community service. By allowing students to focus on their individual talents and strengths, they are able to bring out the best in them today - and well into the future. The school is unique among area schools in that they prepare students for college by helping them learn at one. The school combines a progressive academic program with vibrant ars, competitive athletics and a commitment to character.

Paladin Academy Grades: K-12 954-431-4224 www.paladinacademy.com 14900 NW 20th Street, Pembroke Pines Paladin Academy offers a college prep curriculum for students with mild learning differences such as attention deficits or dyslexia. Their individualized instruction is offered in a small classroom setting that supports academic success. Paladin Academy serves students who learn differently by providing a safe, structured environment.

Pine Crest School Grades: PK-12 At Lycee Franco-Americain International School, 954-492-4100 they empower students with bilingual and www.pinecrest.edu technological skills to build confidence and 1501 NE 62nd Street, Fort Lauderdale knowledge, that will help engage with people in a multi-cultural environment and become productive individuals. The transformative learning process at Lycée Franco-Américain International School is designed to help our students grow both in and out of the classroom. Each day is filled with opportunities to experience new educational and social situations to further development.

North Broward Preparatory School Grades: PK-12 954-247-0179 www.nbps.org 7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek North Broward Preparatory School offers a contemporary independent school education. It is a community of learners and thinkers, leaders and innovators, successfully preparing for a global world. The school offers each child a personalized approach to learning through their curriculum, which includes International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, Advanced Placement, Fine Arts and STEAM. The 80-acre campus features a brand new state-of-the-art Global Wellness Center, with innovative classroom spaces, multiple athletic

For more than 80 years, Pine Crest School has been at the forefront of providing an educational experience rooted in academic rigor and excellence and complemented by outstanding athletics and arts. A Pine Crest graduate will possess leadership skills and perseverance. He or she will be an effective and articulate communicator with the ability to take calculated risks, and think independently, globally, and collaboratively to create opportunities and innovative solutions to real-life, complex challenges with integrity and character.

The Sagemont School

Grades: PK-12 www.sagemont.com 1570 Sagemont Way, Weston The Sagemont School provides students with a rigorous curriculum that prepares them for college and beyond. The Sagemont School is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Association of Independent Schools of South Florida. The school operates two campuses. The Lower School provides students in preschool through 5th grade with a strong educational foundation

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combined with art, music, Spanish, swimming, physical education, and media and technology. From middle school through high school graduation, Sagemont’s Upper School students choose from a variety of regular, honors and AP course work conducted in a technology-rich environment.

Sunshine State Academy

Grades: PK-6 954-736-9000 www.sunshinestateacademy.com 1308 S Federal Highway, Hollywood Sunshine State Academy is a place where learning is created through hands-on individualized instruction. Children feel safe and comfortable while they learn. The school recently celebrated its 20th year and boasts spacious classrooms, highly qualified, certified teachers along with the comfort of a secure gated and monitored campus.

Summit-Questa Montessori School

Grades: PK-8 954-584-3466 www.summitquesta.com 5451 Davie Road, Davie

Summit-Questa Montessori School is a community of educators, children, parents and extended family committed to the Montessori philosophy. Dr. Maria Montessori, whose life work centered on the care and education of children, so eloquently said, “Within the child lies the fate of the future.” Summit-Questa assists in developing all aspects of the individual, including the child’s self-creation of who they become. We are located on a beautiful 10-acre campus, with native habitats, edible schoolyard vegetable gardens, butterfly gardens, a wetland preserve, and a brand new gymnasium and pool.

Westlake Preparatory School and Academy

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Westlake Preparatory School and Academy is one of the premier K-12 private schools in South Florida. Their customized curriculum allows the school to offer three unique academic pathways to ensure a student’s success. Their college-prep program is designed for students working towards a standard High School Diploma; Their Summit Program is designed for students needing accommodations; and, there Academy Program offers educational solutions for students working toward a Certificate of Completion or a Special Certificate of Completion. At Westlake, quality of instruction is their top priority.

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Cypress Bay Student Chosen to Serve as Broward Center Teen Ambassador BY STACEY BOMSER

ypress Bay High School freshman Shriya Jhaveri is giving new meaning to art appreciation. Not only is she a classic pianist and proficient painter, Shriya is now promoting the performing arts through her role as a Broward Center for the Performing Arts Teen Ambassador. Shriya says being a Teen Ambassador allows her to give back to the community while representing her generation and promoting the arts. “My world revolves around the arts and preserving them means everything to me,” she shares. “I enjoy being exposed to so many different genres.” The Teen Ambassador program helps foster art appreciation amongst young people. In addition to volunteering at the Broward Center, Teen Ambassadors act as in-house theatre critics, writing reviews of the productions they have seen. “I really enjoy the thought that our reviews may spark a new interest in the theatrical arts or reignite an old flame of passion that reminded someone about their love of theatre,” explains Shriya. She says the reviews satisfy her love for writing. “Writing reviews for the shows we watch is not a challenging feat; however, you must understand how to

balance your review and organize its components into three main sections: a plot overview, the performance, and a detailed description of the lighting, special effects, sets and costumes.” As an artist herself, Shriya says her favorite part of theatre and the performing arts is “watching a story that I had visualized myself come to life before my very eyes: the feeling of excitement that is created, not just for the actors but for the audience as well, when a production is finally put together and going live.” As a musician and visual artist, Shriya has a unique appreciation for all that goes into musical theatre. “Classical music, like musical theatre, is a way to express thoughts and emotions through a medium other than words; in this case, sound. Musical theatre incorporates classical music to a large extent. Several musicals with settings of two or more centuries ago, such as Les Misérables, utilize live orchestras for added emphasis and authenticity.” Painting is Shriya’s other passion. She says art has always been her getaway. Although she has experimented with multiple mediums, watercolor is her preferred style. “I recently developed a strong liking to watercolor. The subtle backgrounds and potent sub-

jects draw attention and are very easy on the eyes.” Shriya encourages everyone to develop an appreciation for the arts. “Art plays an integral role in all of our lives. Without art, our lives would be monotone and mundane. Art changes the way we think by creating a more positive mindset. Research shows that engaging in a form of art, whether it be through dance, music, or visual, overall makes us happier, healthier individuals.” Shriya is one of 26 students in the tri-county area selected to serve as Broward Center Teen Ambassadors. To read her production reviews, or that of other Teen Ambassadors, go to www.browardcenterteenambassadors.com.

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eo Jungermann is not your typical ten-year-old. The Gator Run Elementary School fifth grader travels the country playing travel hockey, with games as far away as Washington DC and Chicago, and records his own podcast called Anything in the World. The thought-provoking podcast focuses on topics that appeal to all ages like holidays, vacations and the importance of teamwork. Leo says he selected the name Anything in the World because it gives him freedom to talk about whatever is on his mind. “I chose the name because my brother once said it when he was pretending to do a YouTube video and I found it smart because I noticed that it would mean I could talk about anything.” In choosing what subjects to cover, Leo says he usually looks at the calendar to see if there is something special taking place during the month. “If there isn’t, I just take something of my own and I create it, like in Episode 0, which is about some of my cool facts.” Even when talking about himself, Leo goes into each podcast prepared with a script. “Based on the structure my dad builds for each episode, we research and then I write a script. When I’m recording and think it’s better to change some words, I just wing it.”

Leo acknowledges that writing the script is the most challenging part of doing the podcast because of all the research involved, but it’s important to have organized thoughts in order to produce a popular and successful show. He says Anything in the World has received a very positive reaction.

“Adults say that it is impressive for a kid my age to have such a great speaking voice,” shares Leo. “My friends (the kids) always ask to get a shout out, to be featured, or even for me to help them build their own show.” He encourages other children to have a voice and make their opinions known. “I think it’s important for kids to express their opinions because this can cause effects later on in their life, like getting a job, getting people to know them, or even being elected for a public role.” For now, Leo is just enjoying the experience. “It makes me happy to record the podcast. I have so much fun and I like when people know me better.” From listening to his show, you would never know Leo is actually a shy kid. “I decided to start a podcast because at first I wanted a YouTube channel but I was kind of shy in front of the camera, so when I listened to some podcasts with my dad and I tried one episode, I found it a lot more comfortable because I didn’t have to show up on the camera.” Anything in the World is available on many platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Play, SoundCloud and more. The full list can be found at https://campsite.bio/aitwpodcast. You can interact with Leo on Instagram @aitwpodcast.

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they had the confidence to finish it.” Storey says the training program was designed specifically for the girls by Heidy Arellano, a worldclass athlete with ten-plus years of experience training women to run marathons, who also happens to be a Girl Scout mom. The girls were encouraged in their endeavor by members of the Weston City Commission. Storey says Mayor Daniel Stermer presented the Brownies with 5K fun patches and congratulated them on their commitment and discipline in achieving the goal they set for themselves. In addition, Alfredo Aguirre, the Rotary Club’s race team coordinator, visited the troop. According to Storey, he shared some facts about the race, how it benefits the community and charity work, and gave them a motivational pep talk. When race day finally came, the girls were ready. The troop ran as a group for most of the race, but the girls were allowed to sprint to the finish line. They all finished with huge smiles on their faces and a true sense of accomplishment. “In the end I felt tired but when I saw the finish line, I thought to myself, ‘Wow! I really did it.’” shared Angelina Infante. “I was so proud of myself. I feel like I can accomplish anything.”

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he girls in Weston Brownie Troop 14005 have accomplished something many adults have not. This group of second and third grade Girl Scouts ran their first 5K. After eight weeks of training, the troop ran in the Rotary Club of Weston’s Run for Tomorrow. To prepare for the race, the girls ran three days a week. “They trained as a troop every Tuesday evening running the same route of the 5K, increasing length every week,” explains Troop Leader Jennifer Storey. “They were also given a customized training program in an App to train with their parents the other days. Training was designed so that the girls would have run 3.1 miles the week before the 5K, so on the day of the race

Isabella Delerme added, “I felt very happy to cross the finish line with my mommy and learned that slow and steady wins the race too.” Victoria Avar says she learned a valuable lesson from this experience. “If you really want it, work hard and you can achieve it!” Storey says she was really impressed with her troop because following the 5K, many of the girls participated in the Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge 1-mile Family Health Walk with their schools. She says the girls now have their sights set on another race. “The troop was so excited to finish their first 5K that it will most likely become a tradition of ours. As the girls grow, so will the distance. It won’t be a surprise for anyone if these girls run the halfmarathon in a few years.”

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Falcon Cove Gifted Classes Participate in Disney Education Program BY STACEY BOMSER

ield trips are typically to museums or historical sites, but the Falcon Cove Middle School gifted classes recently completed an overnight field trip to Walt Disney World. Students participated in Disney’s Youth Education Series (YES). This was the first time all three grades (six, seven and eight) took part in the Disney YES program. Two years ago, only eighth graders participated in this unique experience. The Disney theme parks serve as learning laboratories for the Youth Education Series which offers accredited, standards-based field studies designed to reinforce classroom lessons. Sixth grade gifted students completed the Introduction to Global Citizenship course at EPCOT. While visiting the various World Showcase countries, students explored other cultures and developed

cultural awareness and global citizenship. “Students worked in small groups to learn about how culture is transmitted, how we can engage with and learn about other cultures and spoke to a person from another country to learn about their culture,” explained 6th grade teacher Phyllis Zuri. “Students learned to be more aware and sensitive to cultural differences and how to positively interact with people through digital tools and social customs.” Seventh grade gifted students took part in the Sustainable Practices in Wildlife Conservation course at Disney’s Animal Kingdom park. During this environmental studies program, students discovered how people and animals are connected and how they respond to environmental challenges. “This interactive program allows for students to work in small groups to explore challenges that real life communities face when trying to balance economic and population growth without causing further damage to existing ecosystems,” explained 7th grade teacher Harvey Lipshutz. “The program challenges provided students an

opportunity to apply what they have learned from the classroom lessons on Ecology.” Eighth grade gifted students also participate in a science program. The Science of Disney Imagineering: Gravity class was conducted at Disney’s Hollywood Studios. Students discovered how gravity and Newton’s laws of motion are fundamental to the creation of theme park rides. “Students identified how energy changes during the Tower of Terror and Rockin’ Roller Coaster rides,” explained 8th grade teacher Gina Powers. “They also discussed how gravity is used to make theme park rides more thrilling. Students used ramps and roller coaster replicas to demonstrate how potential and kinetic energy can be changed to make a ride faster and more exciting.” The overnight field trip also included a day spent together at the Magic Kingdom. “This was a community-building experience for students and teachers in our program with education extensions that matched components of each grade-level curriculum,” noted Ms. Powers.

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the second tent offered food typical to that region. early 1,600 people attended Multicultural Classes worked for months preparing for the big Night at Imagine Charter School at Weston. night, making props and posters The evening celebrated the school’s and and rehearsing for their shows. In community’s cultural diversity, allowing families to addition to the students performshare their culture or ethnicity through storytelling, ing traditional songs and dances, food, dance, the arts, and more. several professional ensembles per“Weston is an ever growing and diverse commuformed including hip hop, flamenco, nity. Sometimes just celebrating Hispanic Heritage Bollywood, mariachis, and martial and Black History Month is not enough to truly arts. There was also a vendor bazaar. represent all the aspects of the ‘cultural iceberg’; While there were plenty of fun we would just be touching the tip,” explains Maru and games throughout the night, Mrs. Arnott says Arnott, biliterate program director and third grade Multicultural Night has a strong educational compoteacher. “This year, we revamped our previous nent as well. Students are given passports and vismulticultural events to better reflect the changing ited the various countries to get it stamped. At each landscape of our Weston community, as a small country they learned about its culture and traditions. sample reflecting our country. This way, we included “This night offers an opportunity to experience a wider range of regions in the sample and widened firsthand some aspect of those cultures that would the scope of activities to offer.” be hard to find otherwise,” explains Mrs. Arnott. Multicultural Night featured countries from “For example, students got to participate in throwing every continent, with each grade (prekindergarten colored powder as part of the Holi Festival in India, through eighth) participating. Mrs. Arnott says each made Norwegian Nala necklaces in honor of the Sun grade level was in charge of several countries and God, wore and paraded in a Chinese Dragon for New hosted two tents; one was educational featuring Year’s, and sat in a genuine Egyptian ottoman pouf.” information displays and interactive activities, and Mrs. Arnott says the objectives of Multicultural

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ypress Bay High School junior Dani Cerutti has two passions – creating beautiful works of art and helping save the environment. By combining the two, she has been able to draw attention to the importance of environmental stewardship and earned herself the top prize at a county-wide art show. Dani’s project, Seals Don’t Smoke, was named Best in Show at the Broward Art Guild Youth Exhibit. While participating in a Fort Lauderdale Beach Sweep clean-up day, Dani was shocked by the amount of cigarette butts in the sand. “In only a couple hours, we’d collected enough cigarette butts to fill a five-gallon bucket. Seeing this helped spark ideas and I knew I could make something impactful with the butts, given the crazy amount of them.” It took her about two months to complete Seals Don’t Smoke. She painstakingly sorted then glued over 1,500 cigarette butts to create the image of a seal sitting on a shoreline. “I hope that my art makes people realize just how big of an issue beach pollution is. I hope it causes people to stop for a moment and think about how much we really are hurting the Earth,” shares Dani. “The amount of trash we leave behind on a daily basis is insane, and the fact that so much of it lands on the beach is definitely something we should pay attention to. Most importantly, I hope my art inspires people to take initiative themselves and to want to do some-

thing about the issues going on.” Dani has become quite an artistic activist. She has created two other cigarette butt art pieces. “Both are large canvases with words formed from the cigarette butts. One reads Save Our Earth and the other Save Our Beach.” She has also been experimenting with other mixed media pieces using miscellaneous trash she found on the beach. “The most interesting include Barbie heads, lighters, deodorant sticks and a syringe,” notes Dani. “In the middle of the piece it says Beach Day out of water bottle caps.” While Dani has chosen to use her artistic talents to spread environmental awareness messages, she is hoping others will see it and get inspired to act themselves. “I want people to see my art and get involved in causes that they feel passionate about. Of course, I want people to gain motivation to help with the beach pollution issues, and to do anything they can to help out. It’s easy to talk about wanting to help or start a project, but it’s another thing to actually do so. I want my artwork to help give people a push in the right direction.”

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SCHOOL NEWS

Falcon Cove Students Flock To Home Economics Elective BY STACEY BOMSER

ome Economics is making a resurgence. It is one of the most popular elective courses at Falcon Cove Middle School. Just like the course of yesteryear, which was taken by many parents of current middle schoolers, today’s students are signing up for Home Ec to learn important life skills such as cooking, sewing and personal finance. Family and Consumer Sciences Instructor Patricia Brignola first taught Home Economics when Falcon Cove opened in 2000. The course was discontinued for some time but was brought back last year as a sixth and seventh grade elective. “Parents of my former students requested the return of this important life skills class,” explains Mrs. Brignola. “I think this elective class is so important for this generation to learn basic, yet valued, beneficial skills they need to succeed in life.”

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Mrs. Brignola, who holds a degree in Nutrition and Dietetics, has created a curriculum with a strong emphasis on culinary and meal preparation, food science, as well as nutrition and wellness. She is hoping to do a field trip to the

grocery store this semester to teach students how to make food choices within a budget. Sewing is another life skill the students have learned; it’s part of a lesson on textiles and apparel. Mrs. Brignola taught the children how to use sewing needles, as well as how to crochet. She is now planning a class community service

project to make pillows to donate to nearby nursing homes. Seventh grader Ramiro Castillo says he is having fun in Home Ec while learning important life skills. “In Home Ec, I’ve learned how to sew and how to take care of myself. It’s been really fun so far!” Classmate Mariana Sanin likes the camaraderie of the class. “Home Ec is really fun because I get to hang out with my great friends. I learn how to sew too, and other future life skills. I love it!” Mrs. Brignola is pleased to see her students responding so positively to the course “It is very important for today’s children to learn these basic life skills such as cooking and sewing as they will one day live on their own and provide for themselves.” Personal and family finance is another subject the course will tackle this year, along with housing and interior design. The hope is that Home Economics will prepare today’s Falcon Cove students for their future adult lives.

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oming off the club’s record-breaking Run for Tomorrow charity 5K and half marathon event in December, you might think members of the Rotary Club of Weston are resting up before their annual golf tournament in the spring to benefit their scholarship program. You would be wrong! The club is geared up for an evening of fun and high hopes, as student volunteers assist in a “last man standing” raffle with a $10,000 grand prize. On Thursday, April 16, the club will hold its Drawdown Night scholarship season kickoff event at Weston Hills Country Club from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. The Drawdown is one of the club’s most eagerly anticipated annual events. It is a night of drinks,

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hors d’oeuvres, laughs, entertainment and prizes! “This is one time when it’s truly better to be last,” says event chair Lindsay Malpica. “Only 400 numbered raffle tickets are sold for $100 each. We place the numbers on a giant board Students help with the fast-paced drawdown to clear the board and begin to pull 400 numbered ping-pong and find the lucky winner. balls from a raffle drum. As the evening ership, serving worthwhile causes and going beyond rolls along, it’s so much fun to watch the reactions of challenging circumstances. Over the decades, the those whose numbers are called, and not called. As Weston Rotary’s scholarship program has awarded more and more numbers are eliminated, the tenin excess of $1.3 million to deserving students who sion – and the fun – rises. The last five ticket holders might otherwise not have the resources needed for a remaining can decide if they want to share the pot or college education. go for broke, winner-take-all. Things can really get With music, food and beverages, a welcoming interesting then! If there is no negotiated split, only crowd and a chance to win $10,000, the Rotary Club the final number remaining will claim victory as of Weston Scholarship Drawdown is a great way to winner of the $10,000 prize!” spend an evening out with friends. This event is The real winners, however, are members of the always sold out, so get your raffle tickets soon! To graduating class of 2020. Because of the generous join in the fun and support worthy, college-bound sponsorship of Acuderm, Inc., 100 percent of prostudents, contact a Weston Rotarian or e-mail ceeds from this event go directly to the club’s scholDrawdown@westonrotary.com to purchase your arship fund for extraordinary students graduating raffle tickets. from Cypress Bay, Sagemont School, Western High School and the HANDY program. Criteria for Rotary The Rotary Club of Weston meets weekly at 7:25am Club of Weston scholarships include outstanding on Thursdays at Weston Hills Country Club. Visit www.westonrotary.com to learn more. scholastic grades and aptitude, demonstrating lead-

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BY REPRESENTATIVE RICHARD STARK outh Floridians are becoming used to not being able to use their tap water. Every week, it seems there’s a boil-water order affecting people’s homes and businesses. Our county has made major improvements over the past decades. Residents may remember a time when the water had a chlorine taste although deemed appropriate for drinking. Still, there are times that all of us have been under a boil water order. Among the most frequent causes of unsafe water: breaks in water mains or sewer lines; contamination, such as E. coli and other bacteria; and power failures at pumping stations. Outages at pumping stations are common as a result of storms and power lines downed. The most common health problem is severe intestinal issues. Typically, the boil-water order is lifted after two consecutive days of clean water tests. Until you get the “all clear”, here are some tips to keep in mind: Washing your hands ▸ Do not use tap water to wash your hands. You can use bottled water or cooled water you’ve boiled for at least a minute. ▸ You can use hand sanitizers that don’t require rinsing or hand wipes. ▸ Another alternative is a PuzzleJunction.com homemade solution of two teaspoons of household bleach in one gallon of water. ▸ Don’t use your hands to touch ready-to-eat food. Use singleuse gloves to prevent spreading bacteria. Using Tap Water ▸ Basically, do not use tap water unless you’ve boiled it for at least a minute. That means no cleaning, dish washing, brushing your teeth or drinking. ▸ Use bottled or boiled water to manually wash dishes. Don’t use your dishwasher. ▸ If you don’t have power or can’t boil water, mix eight drops (1/8 teaspoon) of unscented household bleach per gallon of water and allow to stand for 30 minutes. If the water is cloudy in appearance, add 16 drops (¼ teaspoon) and let stand for 30 minutes. The water will be safe to consume but may have a chlorine odor or taste. Making Ice ▸ Ice bagged or made before the boil-water order was issued is still OK to use. ▸ After the order is issued, throw out any ice in your ice maker. Don’t restart the ice maker until the order is lifted. Clean the interior of the ice machine, ice trays and built-in ice maker with two teaspoons of household bleach in one gallon of water before restarting the ice maker. ▸ Disconnect or turn off water vending machines, drinking fountains, icemaking units and soda machines and prevent their use. ▸ Replace your water filters after the order is lifted.

Boil water alerts can be found on your city web site or at Broward.org. Thank you to the City of Wellington Utilities Department and Victoria Ballard for this information and handy tips. State Representative Richard Stark (D – Weston) represents House District 104 which includes all of Weston. You can reach Rep. Stark at RichardStark@myflorida.gov or by calling his legislative office at 954-217-0287.

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What Does Child Support Cover? BY EVAN H. BARON, ESQ. ’m often asked, “what expenses does child support actually cover”? The answer is very general in nature. It is a contribution to all monthly household expenses, such as rent/mortgage, utilities, food, etc. It is a contribution towards the regular monthly expenses of the parent’s household. A parent cannot designate the expense his/her support payment should be used for. It cannot be deposited into a separate account solely for the benefit of a child. In addition, child support does not cover some normal and customary expenses for the children such as extracurricular activities, uncovered medical expenses, school expenses, college funding. All of these expenses must be addressed separately as additional contributions from each parent. Private school tuition is also not credited against the monthly child support obligation, as private school is considered a privilege and not a necessity since a child can attend public school at no cost.

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and eyestrain common with the use of electronics occur when the visual system e live in a digital world, so it should come as no surprise that the avermust work harder to compensate for the misalignment, which puts stress on the age American spends almost 12 hours a day in front of screens; that trigeminal nerve – the largest and most complex nerve connected to the brain includes computers, TVs, smart phones, tablets and more. All that and the one responsible for head and neck sensations. The scientists behind screen time can cause headaches, neck and shoulder neurolenses discovered that by using contoured prisms they pain, and eyestrain. Fortunately, there is help availare able to provide effortless eye alignment at all distances, able. A recent scientific breakthrough has created thus alleviating the symptoms. the revolutionary neurolens used to treat the milIn order to accurately fit patients with neurolenses, Dr. lions of people suffering from the effects of digital Therrien uses the neurolens Measurement Device. It uses devices and Weston Family Eyecare is proud to be breakthrough eye-tracking technology to objectively and the first practice in Florida to offer it. accurately measure the degree of eye misalignment at Neurolenses are the world’s first and only predistance and near. scription lenses to add a contoured prism to treat the “During the three-minute exam, patients focus on a headaches, neck and shoulder pain and eyestrain single point while a dynamic display of rotating planets and that 65 percent of U.S. adults complain of when stars activate peripheral and central vision to measure disusing digital devices, as well as reading or doing tance and near eye alignment,” she explains. “These unique detailed near work. measurements, with calculations to the one-hundredth of a “Neurolens technology is the most exciting invenprism diopter, provide a recommended prescription range tion in the eye care field,” states Dr. Jane Therrien of for the neurolens contoured prism lens design.” Weston Family Eyecare. “I am proud to be the first A survey of patients using neurolenses found that 93 eye care practitioner in Florida to offer this innovative technology to the many percent had symptom relief, with 73 percent stating that their symptoms were patients who suffer with these symptoms.” ‘substantially reduced’ or ‘basically gone’ after 90 days. “It has been extremely Nancy Diaz of Tamarac is one of Dr. Therrien’s patients to find relief with rewarding to be able to offer symptom relief with neurolenses to patients with neurolenses. “I have not had any more headaches since I started wearing my headaches, neck and shoulder tension, discomfort with computer use, tired eyes, neurolenses. I didn’t know my symptoms had anything to do with my eyes.” and dry eye,” states Dr. Therrien. Years of in-depth studies at neurology centers nationwide discovered a link To learn more about neurolenses or to make an appointment for a consultation, call Dr. Therrien at 954between the eyes and the brain. Researchers found that the majority of headache patients shared a common trait – a misalignment in their vision. The headaches 888-9393. Weston Family Eyecare is located at 4472 Weston Road. Visit www.westonfamilyeyecare.com.

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ore than 85% of dogs over four years of age have periodontal disease. It starts when bacteria form plaque on the teeth. Within days, minerals in the saliva bond with plaque to form tartar, a hard substance that adheres to the teeth. The bacteria work their way under the gums and cause gingivitis, which is an inflammation of the gums. Once under the gums, bacteria destroy the supporting tissue around the tooth, leading to tooth loss. Inflammation of the bone and tooth support structures is referred to as periodontitis. The combination of gingivitis and periodontitis is known as periodontal disease. Bacteria associated with dental disease can travel in the bloodstream to infect the heart, kidneys, and liver. What are the signs of periodontal disease? The signs of periodontal disease include: ▸ Bad breath ▸ Redness or bleeding along the gum line ▸ Drooling, which may be tinged with blood ▸ Difficulty chewing ▸ Pawing at the mouth ▸ Loose or missing teeth ▸ Facial swelling, especially under the eyes ▸ Nasal discharge ▸ Gum recession How is periodontal disease diagnosed? Your veterinarian can see signs of gingivitis and tartar buildup by examining your dog’s mouth. However, since most periodontal disease occurs beneath the gum line, the only way to truly assess your dog’s mouth is to perform an examination while your pet is under anesthesia. Your veterinarian can use a dental probe to measure any loss of attachment around each tooth and take dental radiographs (x-rays) to assess for bone loss, abscesses, and other problems. How is periodontal disease treated? Treatment depends on the severity of the disease. If your dog has mild periodontal disease, consisting of gingivitis without any bone loss, a thorough dental cleaning that includes the area beneath the gums, followed by dental polishing, can help reverse the problem. After a dental cleaning, your veterinarian may also recommend a plaque prevention gel that adheres to the teeth surfaces to inhibit tartar. Your veterinarian may also recommend a dental sealant that helps prevent tartar from accumulating on teeth. If there has been a loss of the supporting structures around the teeth, however, this cannot be reversed. Your veterinarian may need to apply antibiotics beneath the gums and perform dental procedures, which may include tooth extraction. Ask your veterinarian what dental hygiene methods are recommended for your dog and which dental diets or treats are best for your pet. Don’t forget to keep scheduled appointments for follow-up dental checkups. Animal Health Center @ Weston is “The Gentle Practice You Can Rely On”. Dr. Miguel E. Cordova and his staff are committed to caring for your precious pets. The practice is located at 2701 Executive Park Drive, Suite 1. For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact 954-385-8389 or www.animalhealthcenteratweston.com.

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he signs of aging are evident not only in our physical appearance but in our health and vitality. 4Ever Young is committed to helping clients turn back the hands of time with its two-fold approach to wellness: Look Your Best and Feel Your Best. While Look Your Best focuses on making you look more youthful, using a wide range of aesthetic procedures, Feel Your Best focuses on helping clients feel more youthful by incorporating bioidentical hormones and vitamin therapy. 4Ever Young Weston Owner and Hormone Specialist Christopher Hahn explains more about the services available. What is 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions? 4Ever Young is an anti-aging medical spa that helps people embrace the aging process and live their best lives. We help you support your body’s vitality at every age, preserving your energy and love of life despite the natural changes associated with aging. What services do you provide? We provide whole-body wellness through bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (HRT), IV vitamin therapy and other innova-

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ust a couple of months ago, Dr. Santiago Lopez and Dr. Carolina Borgenicht acquired Elite Dental and Aesthetics. Although the popular Plantation practice has new faces, the office is still dedicated to personalized care in the dental field. A variety of services are offered and the dynamic dental duo is sure to make their patients’ dental experience a great experience. Dr. Santiago Lopez is an expert in the area of implant and cosmetic dentistry, a master of the latest concepts in digital smile design and has a fully digital workflow. Dr. Carolina Borgenicht is a family dentist who treats

patients from ages 3 and up. However, she is skilled in all phases of Cosmetic, Implant and Restorative Dentistry. Combined, the Gator loving couple offer a variety of treatments in the dental field, including placing and restoring implants, teeth whitening, porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges, oral surgery, dentures, and so much more. The state-of-the-art facility also has the latest and greatest technology available to make each procedure as easy and painless as possible. Drs. Lopez and Borgenicht recently took the time to answer some questions about their newly acquired practice. What distinguishes you from your competition? First and foremost, we listen to our patients’ needs and expectations. We value our patients’ time, so we provide many services all under one roof by providing excellent care with the latest technology. Our fully digital workflow allows predictability in our treatment, from the diagnostic phase, and planning up to the execution phase. This type of workflow guarantees the satisfaction of our patients and most importantly, a natural-looking smile.

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SNAPSHOTS FROM SCHOOL

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Weston elementary schools participated in the Mayor’s Get Fit Challenge, walking in the 1-mile Family Health Walk at the Rotary Run for Tomorrow. Schools with at least 10% of the student population participating received $1000 and the Sagemont Lower School took home the Commission Cup for having almost one-quarter of its students take part in the event.

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This year’s Field Day was especially exciting for students at Indian Trace Elementary School because they were able to use the fields at the City’s newly renovated Indian Trace Park. Children enjoyed traditional games such as relay races and bean bag toss. Congratulations to Mrs. DeBiase’s and Ms. Koch’s classes for winning the Sportsmanship Awards.

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS

The City of Weston honored the Falcon Cove Boys Soccer Team for its undefeated season and winning back to back County Championships. Each player was presented with a certificate for this accomplishment. Way to go Falcons!

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SHARING & CARING

The Manatee Bay Elementary Student Council coordinated a toy drive to benefit students at Miramar Elementary and Pinewood Elementary schools.

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The Manatee Bay Elementary PTA surprised students in the IND classes with new educational toys and classroom supplies.

HOLIDAY TRADITIONS

Dual Language kindergarten and second grade students at Gator Run Elementary learned about Hanukkah, playing dreidel and eating potato latkes. The lesson was led by parents Jason and Stephanie Zauder.

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During a special Winter Party, children in Shannon Martinez and Adrianna Peralta’s dual language kindergarten classes at Gator Run Elementary completed special snow-themed arts and crafts projects.

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Miss Weston Teen USA BrianaFarnsworthand Little Miss Weston Allison Besaw hosted a Toys for Tots collection at the Broward Sheriff’s Office in Weston. Residents donated toys to the program run by the U.S. Marines Corps Reserve which provides holiday gifts to children in need.

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Following the Cirque de la Symphonie concert, the acrobats and musicians took time to pose for pictures with members of the Weston Music Society, city leaders and guests.

SHARING & CARING

The Sklar Team with Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate hosted a brokers open cookie exchange at one of its luxury listings. Attendees donated toys for children affected by Hurricane Dorian, which were delivered to the Bahamas by Global Empowerment Mission.

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Weston BSO Explorers volunteered at the BSO Shred-a-Thon event, helping unload boxes of documents from residents’ cars. Over 21,000 pounds of documents and sensitive data were safety shredded and destroyed.

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