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what’s inside... Letter from the Publisher...................................................................6

AROUND TOWN........................ 7 - 14 Letter from Davie Mayor Judy Paul.......................................................... 8

Davie / Cooper City / SW Ranc hes Sports & Activities Directory | Issue 31 | Mid August - October 2021

Letter from Cooper City Mayor Greg Ross............................................. 10

Letter from Southwest Ranches Mayor Steve Breitkreuz............................. 12 MID AUGUST - OCTOBER EVENTS DIRECTORY................................... 13 HOMETOWN BUSINESSES & SERVICES DIRECTORY.......................... 14

DIRECTORY............................. 15 - 26 SPORTS DIRECTORY.................................................................. 16 - 19 ACTIVITIES DIRECTORY.............................................................. 19 - 22

FAMILY HEALTH....................... 27 - 34 Naidu Orthodontics - Simply Outstanding ............................................ 28 Children’s Services Council - Learning Happens Everywhere.................... 20 FAMILY HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY......................................... 32 - 34

SCHOOLS.............................. 35 - 48 Broward Community Schools Online Courses...................................36 Broward County 2021 - 2022 School Calendar .............................36 Nova Eisenhower - Engaging Students with New Opportunities...........37 Cooper City High - Cowboy Pride Remains in Full Swing....................38 SCHOOLS DIRECTORY................................................................40 How to Read to Your Children Without Reading Every Word ............41 Fox Trail Elementary - “Leader in Me” Program..................................42 Cooper City Elementary Charts a Journey to Success..........................42 Silver Ridge Elementary - Best in the West........................................43 Flamingo Elementary - Stays Academically Engaged..........................43 Nova High - Innovative Programs...................................................44 Griffin Elementary - Planting an Educational Curriculum.......................44 Davie Elementary Has Your Passport to Success.................................45 ACADEMIC DIRECTORY..............................................................46 Learning Happens Everywhere: The Library Can Help!.......................48

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Our Team

MARGOT LYONS PULERI President: Top Spin Publishing, Inc. Area Publisher • Pembroke Pines • Davie/Cooper City/SW Ranches (954) 806-9714 MargotPuleri@gmail.com LINDA LOMBARDI Territory Manager: Pembroke Pines Advertising Representative: All areas (305) 989-9380 LindaSports1@aol.com KIM KADEL Area Publisher: Coral Springs & Parkland (954) 803-2140 KimKadel@gmail.com ANINA VENUTI Area Publisher: Plantation (305) 491-7709 AninaVenuti@outlook.com ISABEL MAGETTE Area Publisher: Weston (954) 993-0144 IsabelMagetteSAWeston@gmail.com CAROLYN LASS Advertising Representative: All areas (954) 696-2821 CarolynSports1@aol.com JENNIFER GOWENS Creative Director raskugroup@aol.com SPECIAL THANKS TO Contributing Writers • City of Davie • Linda Lombardi • Town of Sunshine Ranches • Rock Creek Academy Contributing Photographers • Adam Abougendia • Broward County Schools TOP SPIN PUBLISHING, INC. Sports & Activities Directory (954) 806-9714 Office 2114 N. Flamingo Road, #1269 Pembroke Pines, FL 33028 www.sportsandactivities.com

Dear Readers, WELCOME BACK to your Sports & Activities Directory! We’ve missed you and the community involvement during the pandemic. Now that sports, activities, events and schools are happening again...the Sports & Activities Directory team is off the bench and back in the game! I’m sure you are wondering what is open, what’s happening and what new and exciting things are being offered for your family. We’re on it! This issue focuses on Back to School and Fall/Winter programs and special events, as well as just about everything you need yo know to get out and about again. With all the changes that have happened throughout the world and right here in your town, many changes happened with our publication and team as well. Unfortunately, many programs, businesses and activities are no longer around. It has been an arduous 18+ month journey for everyone! The Sports & Activities Directory team has also made many adjustments to accommodate the needs of publishing and the Publishers of our five different area directories. With that said, please welcome our newest Publisher/Licensor of the Weston Sports & Activities Directory, Isabel Magette. Isabel has been a stellar territory representative in Weston for several years and recently made a big leap to purchase the Weston area license during this pandemic. This is her first issue as Publisher and she has proven that this is her calling. The Davie/Cooper City/SW Ranches Sports & Activities Directory Publisher, Nikki Reading, has stepped down to pursue a new career. She did an awesome job for so many years and will be missed greatly by all of those with whom she worked. I am very excited to resume the Publisher role for this area and have been busy meeting with Parks & Recreation staff, businesses and Mayors, as well as taking photos of all of you out at the parks and events. Kim Kadel remains as Publisher/Licensor of the Coral Springs/Parkland Directory, as does Anina Venuti for Plantation. Linda Lombardi is the Managing Director for the Pembroke Pines Directory, handling all photos, sales and communication with businesses, schools and organizations. Carolyn Lass is our Territory Representative floating between our five areas. Last, but not least, Jennifer Gowen remains our unbelievably talented artistic director and graphic designer as she has for the past 18 years. We are a strong and devoted team and we are all in this together to bring you the most valued, fun and informative publications for your families. We thank you for waiting patiently for us to get this issue in your hands again. We thank and are so grateful to our cherished advertisers for their continued business and loyalty. We thank our cities and schools for their ongoing support. We can’t do what we do without all of you! Enjoy this issue in hard copy or online at www.sportsandactivities.com. All of our five area Directories are available on our website for viewing and/or downloading and have interactive links to visit our advertisers’ websites. My best to you,

Margot

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Hello Davie Residents,

Hello Davie Residents. The past 17 (plus) months have been difficult for everyone as we have collectively navigated the COVID-19 Pandemic. Unfortunately, there are many people who are no longer with us this year due to this terrible virus. I hope all of you who are reading this have remained healthy during these uncertain times. As children have returned to school, please remember to stay vigilant, wash your hands regularly and wear your mask when appropriate. It’s hard to believe that another summer has come and gone, and we have begun a new school year here in Davie. As we return to regular programming, it’s never too late to begin (or continue) teaching your children valuable water safety skills through swim lessons. The Town of Davie recently won an award through the Florida Recreation and Parks Association for our #Saferby4 Campaign, spearheaded by Davie Fire and the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Departments. We offer first class swim lessons at the Pine Island Pool for children ages 6 months and older. Our Aquatics Team are certified Water Safety Instructors and take pride in making learning to swim fun! Our Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department also offers many great programs, events and sports leagues throughout the year. Currently we are accepting registrations for our Winter Soccer Leagues for children ages 3 – 15 years old. All games and practices will take place at Bamford Sports Complex in Pine Island Park. Participation in youth sports provide many benefits to our youth. They teach children teamwork and discipline, provide social opportunities, and build self-esteem. We are also offering two new cultural programs at our facilities. The first is a Youth Improv class where students will learn the fundamentals of improvisation. Creativity will take center stage with this new program offering. The second is a Photography class. Students will learn the art of photography through this new instructional course. I also invite everyone to join us in Cowboy Town, on September 11th for the Weekley Brothers Pro Rodeo. The gates will open at 6:00pm and the performance will begin at 7:30pm. For more information or to purchase tickets vist: www.davieprorodeo.com. This event is “rain or shine” in our covered arena! Also, don’t worry about the heat, the arena has giant fans to keep you cool! One of my favorite events each year is the Halloween Happenings event hosted within the Davie Arena at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. The “spooktacular” fun will take place on Saturday, October 30th. The event will include a costume contest, games, youth entertainment, vendors, a pumpkin patch, and other fun and spooky activities. As always, we will be hosting the Davie Horse Costume Contest during the event. I hope to see all my fellow equestrians dressed up in their best costume along with their horse. When looking through our activity listings, remember, whether it’s swimming, fitness, youth sports, community special events or recreation classes for all ages, the Town of Davie Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Department has something for everyone in your family. For more information on any Davie program, just call (954) 327-3941. Please also check our website: www.davie-fl.gov regularly for updates related to COVID-19 and any changes to our programs and events. As always, see you in the parks, and don’t forget to “Like” us on Facebook.

Sincerely,

Judy Paul Mayor of Davie

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Dear Residents of Cooper City,

It is with incredible excitement that I write to you and welcome back the “Sports and Activities Directory,” after a hiatus of more than 18 months. Thank you to Margot Lyons Puleri, the publisher of this wonderful resource, for relaunching the directory. And, I would like to recognize Nikki Reading, who published this directory for the past several years. We wish her well in her new endeavors and thank her for the outstanding work she did in spotlighting our City’s events, activities, parks and facilities which are all cornerstones of what make Cooper City “Someplace Special.” In July, your City Commission proclaimed July 2021 as Parks and Recreation Month in Cooper City. So it is my absolute joy to welcome you and your relatives, friends, and neighbors, from across South Florida, back to our parks and facilities this month and throughout the rest of the year! Our City remains dedicated to providing a variety of leisure activities, recreational opportunities, and enrichment programs to enhance your quality of life. As social distancing guidelines have been scaled back, Cooper City’s Recreation Department has worked tirelessly to reignite and reinvigorate its programs and services. Summer Camp at our Community Center has been a major success, allowing children to return to a setting that allows them to play and interact on a daily basis, and let their imaginations run wild. Not to mention, parents have been able to rely on our dedicated staff and volunteers to provide an exciting, educational, and caring atmosphere during the summer break from school. Also returning this summer have been Cooper City’s Active Adult programs. So far, participants have taken part in trips to Lion Country Safari and the Gold Coast Railroad Museum. Furthermore, please save the dates for a number of upcoming events. We will be holding a “Bike Rodeo” on September 4, where adults and children can ride through a “rodeo course,” get helmet fittings, and receive some great giveaways! We are also looking forward to recognizing “Autism Awareness Day” on September 12. Due to COVID-19, we were unable to recognize this special day in April, so this upcoming event will give members of our community an opportunity to take part in public safety demos and gain a better understanding of autism. And coming in October, we will be holding a “Garage Sale” at Flamingo West Park. You can register for an assigned spot, starting on September 8 at the Community Center. If you would like to learn more about any of the events and programs organized by the City’s Recreation Department, please visit our City website at www.CooperCityFL.org/events. As our community makes every effort to push past the pandemic, I want to encourage those who have not been vaccinated to roll up your sleeves and receive your shot. Vaccines are free and do not require appointments at many locations across Broward County. You can find information on the COVID-19 vaccine and vaccination sites by visiting www.CooperCityFL. org/COVID19. Finally, I invite you to take part in your government process. Key issues that matter to residents are discussed at City Commission meetings, which are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month. Residents’ input is valuable and critical to making sure Cooper City remains “Someplace Special.” As always, please feel free to contact my office with any questions or concerns you may have. You can reach my office by dialing (954) 4344300 and pressing option #6.

Sincerely,

Greg Ross Mayor of Cooper City

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Hello Southwest Ranches Residents,

As we approach the upcoming Fall season and are heading back to school, it is exciting to see all of the Southwest Ranches Town events starting up again and having in person events as well. We encourage you to check out the Town calendar on our website at www.southwestranches.org to see the activities and events that are now available. We have our normal Town and Volunteer Board meetings, but as we move into the Fall, we have a number of other fun events that will lead us all the way to the holiday events at the end of the year. This is exciting to see, and we encourage you to visit our website often for updates and details. We are once again looking forward to our annual craft show where we invite all those with talent to come and share their wares with the community. I am always amazed at the creativity and new ideas that I see. We also have an annual car show where you can see some of the newest cars, as well as the classics. In addition, many of our HOAs and Civic Associations have events through the year where all are invited to attend. Recently we had a great meeting in Town to celebrate the awarding of scholarships to a number of our students. They all work so very hard all year long, putting in service hours and raising funds on their own. And, especially in a year like 2020 when much of the fundraising went on, it was truly a challenge for them to raise the funds that they did. The amazing part is that they not only made the year a success, but they actually raised more money toward the scholarship fund than has ever been raised in the past! We are blessed to have such dedicated students, parents, Education Advisory Board Members, and of course the community of residents that support these students. To see this come together in such a challenging year was an inspiration to us all. All of these events remind me of why my wife and I selected this area to call home over 26 years ago. Sunshine Ranches is unique and special with open spaces to run, play and enjoy the great outdoors, while also being a wonderful learning environment for our children as they interact with animals, nature and take on new responsibilities. Truly, the Ranches is an exceptional community and one that we are proud to call home. So, we invite you to join us for our events in the Ranches and get to know our community better. We love our rural roots, our open spaces, and all the animal sights and sounds. We trust that whether you live here in the Ranches or visit, that you also will enjoy the unique community of Southwest Ranches.

Sincerely,

Steve Breitkreuz Mayor - Southwest Ranches

AROUND TOWN SUNDAY, AUGUST 29

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. ATLANTA FALCONS

4:00PM. Preseason game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

SEPTEMBER FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

“CLASSICALLY YOURS” THE SUPERSTARS OF SOUL & R&B 2021

7:30PM. Featuring The Whispers, Deniece Williams and Russell Thompkins Jr. & The New Stylistics. Miramar Regional Park, Miramar. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

THURSDAY-SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9-12 DISNEY ON ICE

Disney On Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party at the BB&T Center in Sunrise. See your favorite Disney characters like never before. World-Class Skating. A Brand New Adventure. A Magical Celebration. Tickets available at www.disneyonice.com.

OCTOBER THROUGHOUT OCTOBER

WALKTOBER FITNESS CHALLENGE 2021

October is National Walking Month! Walktober is a month-long campaign designed to inspire everyone to make walking a priority – in October and beyond! The program is designed to guide members through the benefits of walking and inspire them to make walking a priority year-round. All participants will get a free prize at the end of the month based on their performance and will have their name entered in a FREE raffle! FREE for registered SWFP members only. This event takes place at the Carl Shechter Southwest Focal Point Community Center located at 301 NW 103rd Avenue, Pembroke Pines. For event details call (954) 450-6888.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2 H2O LIVE!

7:00PM. The music of Hall and Oates. Held at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3

7:30PM. Gates open at 5:00pm, rain or shine. Bergeron Rodeo Grounds, 4271 Davie Road, Davie. Produced by The Weekley Brothers. Adult $22, Children 3-12 years $10, Free for age 2 and under, VIP tickets $50. Tickets and info at www.davieprorodeo.com. (754) 816-3183.

1:00PM. Home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

DAVIE PRO RODEO

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11 & 12

PAW PATROL LIVE! THE GREAT PIRATE ADVENTURE!

SATURDAY 10:00AM, 2:00PM & 6:00PM SHOWS, SUNDAY 10:00AM & 2:00PM SHOWS. It’s Pirate Day in Adventure Bay, and Mayor Goodway is getting ready for a big celebration! Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Ft. Lauderdale. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 18 MAJESTY OF ROCK

8:00PM. Majesty of Rock is a mega talented group of musicians who banded together to faithfully re-create the sound and feel of the three super groups: Styx,Toto and Journey. Held at Nova Southeastern University in Davie. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. BUFFALO BILLS

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. INDIANAPOLIS COLTS

MONDAY, OCTOBER 4

MIAMI HEAT V. ATLANTA HAWKS

7:30PM. American Airlines Arena, Miami. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 9 9TH ANNUAL BOW WOW WEEN

9:00AM-1:00PM. The City of Pembroke Pines is ready for our fur friends and their owners to have a Bark-tacular good time at the Annual Pet Halloween Event. This year’s event will take place at The K-9 Officer Craig Rupp Dog Park located at 9751 Johnson Street (just east of Palm Ave.) in Pembroke Pines. There will be a costume contest for all sizes and different categories, games, prizes, and pet related vendors. For the costume contest, walkins are welcome or applications can be completed in advance to participate. Categories include Best Family Costume, Funniest Costume, Scariest Costume, Cutest Costume and Most Original Costume. Miss Bow Wow Ween 2021 will also be crowned on this special day. The winner will receive a crown and sash, along with a prize basket valued at over $100. Applications to enter the contest can be obtained by contacting (954) 392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com/specialevents. Vendors interested in participating are encouraged to sign up and be a part of this paws-itively exciting time.

1:00PM. First regular season home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 16

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

1:00PM-4:00PM. Celebrate autumn at this City of Sunrise special event, featuring a petting zoo, games, vendors, tractordrawn carriage rides, and more! Admission: $5. Location TBD. (954) 747-4600. www.sunrisefl.gov.

TOUCH-A-TRUCK VEHICLE EXPO

10:00AM-12:00PM. Get ready to explore! Children will have the opportunity to explore, climb and touch trucks, emergency response vehicles, heavy machinery, construction vehicles and all sorts of other equipment used for transportation. Guests of all ages also will be able to meet the personnel who serve and protect our community, including Fire and Police Officers. This

FALL HARVEST FESTIVAL

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22 L.O.L. SURPRISE! LIVE

6:00PM. The L.O.L Surprise Dolls are embarking on their first ever live concert tour! See Lady Diva, Neonlicious, Swag,

and the rest of the Surprise crew rocking out right before their eyes. Broward Center for the Performing Arts, Ft. Lauderdale. Tickets at www.ticketmaster.com.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 23 TRICK OR TROT 5K AND KIDS’ DASH

7:30AM. Our fifth annual Halloween-themed race is open to participants of all ages and abilities – and costumes are encouraged! 5K registration: $15 until October 1, $30 starting October 1. Kids’ Dash for kids 10 and under: $10. Markham Park, 16001 W. State Road 84, Sunrise 33326. www.sunrisefl.gov/5k.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 24

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. ATLANTA FALCONS

1:00PM. Home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 27 BOO-VILLE 2021

6:00PM-9:00PM. Join the City of Pembroke Pines for some SPOOKY Fun. Make sure to dress up and come out to the Charles F. Dodge located at 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines. Enjoy spooky ghost stories, magic tricks and of course some old fashion trick or treating. No pets please, all children must be accompanied by an adult. For details, visit www.ppines.com or call (954) 392-2116.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30 DAVIE HALLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

TBA. Hosted within the Davie Arena at the Bergeron Rodeo Grounds. The spooktacular event will include a costume contest, games, youth entertainment, vendors, a pumpkin patch, and other fun and spooky activities. And, be sure not to miss the Davie Horse Costume Contest! Event subject to change, for updated information call (954) 797-1181.

NOVEMBER PREVIEW

SATURDAY & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 6 & 7 23RD ANNUAL ARTFEST IN PINES

10:00AM-5:00PM. Get ready to ‘Embrace the Art of Life’! This free two-day art and cultural experience promises a weekend to remember! Patrons and participants alike can expect eclectic and talented artists, fun-filled entertainment, diverse food trucks, pop-up art on the plaza, family-friendly immersive activities, live hands-on art demonstrations, a student art competition, a kids’ art and game zone, children, and adult workshops at The Frank Art Gallery, and so much more! For application details or additional event information, visit www.ppines.com/artfest, call (954) 392-9421, or email artfest@ppines.com. Event Location: Charles F. Dodge located at 601 City Center Way, Pembroke Pines.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 7

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. HOUSTON TEXANS

1:00PM. Home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 11

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AUGUST

learning experience will take you to another level by having one-on-one interaction with local and national transportation representatives. So get ready to sit behind the wheel and explore the vehicle’s you have always been curious about! The Charles F. Dodge City Center is located at 601 City Center Way. Pembroke Pines. Free admission and parking. Information (954) 392-2116 or visit www.ppines.com/specialevents.

MIAMI DOLPHINS V. BALTIMORE RAVENS

8:20PM. Home game at Hard Rock Stadium, Miami. Tickets at www.miamidolphins.com.

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HOMETOWN BUSINESSES & SERVICES DINING & RESTAURANTS FLANIGAN’S SEAFOOD BAR AND GRILL

Famous for our legendary Baby Back Ribs, but that’s not all. We are also known for our fresh fish selections daily. From appetizers to desserts our menu has something for everyone. Online ordering, catering and specials every day of the week! Open 7 days a week. Groups and parties welcome. Sunday-Thursday 11:00am-12:00am, Friday – Saturday 11:00am – 1:00am. (954) 499-8770. 9 more locations in Broward. Check out our menu and daily specials at www. flanigans.net.

DRIVERS LICENSE SERVICES FLOW MOBILE - FLORIDA LICENSING ON WHEELS

The Florida Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles comes to your area for your Drivers License needs. 3rd Tuesday of every other month, 10:100am - 1:45pm. Next dates: September 21 & November 10. By appointment only (954) 434-4300 #255. No Walk-ins. Please visit www.FLHSMV.gov to view “WHAT TO BRING” for the list of required documents needed to receive service.

HOTELS THE AC HOTEL SAWGRASS MILLS

The AC Hotel Sawgrass Mills is a brand new hotel located adjacent to Sawgrass Mills Mall and one mile from BB&T Center. Designed for the intuitive and purposeful traveler who appreciates the oasis of a well-appointed hotel. Deliciously different breakfast options featuring curated meats and cheeses. 174 stylishly sleek guest rooms, an on-site lounge and Horizon Rooftop Bar featuring specialty cocktails are just a few of the thoughtful amenities guests will appreciate. Check us out at achotelsawgrassmills.com or call us at (954) 846-0400.

PUBLIC INSURANCE ADJUSTER CLAIMSPRO CONSULTING

Damage to your home? Whether it’s storm damage, a pipe leak, fire or re-opening an unpaid claim even if you already received and cashed a check. You would never go to court without a lawyer so why try to settle a claim without a certified public insurance adjuster. Do not let the insurance companies take advantage of you. Call us for a free inspection. (954) 394-4791.

REALTOR AMY TINCO-FRIEDMAN – KEYES REALTY

Amy Tinoco-Friedman is a vibrant part of the community & calls Davie/Cooper City/SW Ranches her home. With Amy’s professional, passionate & magical personality you will have a smooth and happy transaction from start to finish with the biggest purchase of your life. Call AMY to sell, invest and purchase real estate in South Florida. (954) 682-5813. amyFLrealtor@gmail.com.

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SPORTS BASEBALL COOPER CITY OPTIMIST BASEBALL

The Biggest & Best Youth Recreational Baseball Program in South Broward! For children ages 2 through 16. For more information, please email us at baseball@coopercityoptimist.com. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026. • SPRING SEASON: runs from Mid-January to Late May, Registration Early December through Mid-January. • FALL SEASON: runs from Late August to Early November, Registrations open Early July through Mid-August.

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DAVIE – YOUTH BASEBALL/T-BALL

Registration opens January 3, 2022 and closes February 6, 2022. This program is open to participants ages 3-13. Practice and Games are weeknights and Saturdays. Parents must attendmandatory Meeting. For more information call (954) 327-3929. Registration Fee: • Ages 3-4, $75 Davie Resident, $100 Non Davie Resident • Ages 5-9, $105 Davie Resident, $155 Non Davie Resident •Ages 10-13, $130 Davie Resident, $155 Non Davie Resident

BASKETBALL COOPER CITY OPTIMIST BASKETBALL

Held at Cooper City High School. Registration dates: July to September. Season Dates: mid September - Mid November. Boys and Girls ages 4–17. Fees include: Uniform and participation awards. Contact: (954) 434-2541, www.coopercityoptimist.com, or email Marquise.kiffin@ coopercityoptimist.com.

DAVIE BASKETBALL CBBA ACADEMY

We are a “fundamental” based program for ages 5 through 15, the athletes train on every fundamental skill & aspect of basketball. Sessions consist of highly intensive fundamental stations, small group games, speed, agility and conditioning. Sessions are held at Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, on Tuesdays, Thursdays from 7:15pm to 8:30pm and Saturdays from 10:15am to 11:30am. (954) 980-9270 or visit www.cbba.co.

DAVIE OPEN PLAY INDOOR BASKETBALL

The Town of Davie offers air-conditioned indoor basketball for adults at various time through-out the week. Daily rates apply. We also have six and twelve month memberships available. Full court and half court games located at 3801 S. Pine Island Road. (954) 327-3941.

DAVIE PAL WITH KINGDOM TRAINING

Basketball Training program for youth from 5 years old up to 16 years old. Classes will be two days a week on Wednesdays from 4:30-5:30 and on Fridays from 5:30-6:30pm. Each Session will consist of 8 classes in each of the months of the year. Fees: $80 per session. Classes will resume on September 1, 2021. 4300 SW 57 Terrace, Davie. ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.DaviePAL.org.

BOXING DAVIE POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL)

Want to learn how to Box? Do you want to get in shape? Or do you want to become part of our Boxing Team? Then come join Davie PAL Boxing and learn self-defense, discipline and teamwork while getting in shape. Davie PAL Boxing is for youth between the ages from 6 years old to 20 years old. Register today and become part of a winning team. (954) 321-2561. www.daviepal.org.

CHEERLEADING & BATON COOPER CITY OPTIMIST CHEERLEADING

Our cheer program runs from July to December and includes cheering to support our Cooper City Optimist tackle football program as well as competitions at the end of the season. We teach the girls the fundamentals of cheerleading, including cheers, motions, dances, jumps, stunts, tumbling, teamwork, and commitment. Athletes are placed on squads based on age and ability. Come out and be part of Broward County’s premier cheerleading program. Age groups 3 -16. Register now at www.coopercityoptimist.com or call (954) 639-1313 for more details. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026.

COACHING COACHES/REFEREES/SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS:

The Cooper City Optimist are always welcoming anyone that is interested in joining our soccer family of coaches, referees or school volunteers for our sports programs. If you’re interested, please contact us and we’ll advise you what documents need to complete so that we can get you started. (954) 434-2541. www.CooperCityOptimist.com.

FOOTBALL COOPER CITY OPTIMIST FLAG FOOTBALL

Coed program, Boys and girls participate on the same team. Ages between 5 to 18 years. Flag football Spring 5V5 mini season starts early February to mid March. Spring 5V5 online registration will open up in December. Flag football Fall 7V7 season starts in the middle of August and runs through November. Fall 7V7 online registration will be open up in May. We typically play 2 games per week. One weeknight game and one weekend game. Weeknight games can be played any night Monday - Friday. Weeknight games start at 6:00 PM. Weekend games are typically on Saturday. Saturday games start anytime between 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM. For information email: flagfootball@coopercityoptimist.com. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026.

COOPER CITY OPTIMIST TACKLE FOOTBALL

Our Club offers a fun, family environment dedicated to providing an atmosphere in which children can grow as athletes and individuals; learning the fundamentals of football while promoting good sportsmanship and healthy competition. This is a full contact, competitive tackle football program. Players are placed on teams based on age and weight. Minimum of 3 practices a week and 11 games during the season. Ages 5-14. Register now online at www.coopercityoptimist.com or call (954) 639-1313 for more details. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026.

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MIAMI DOLPHINS Your Miami Dolphins are a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) East division in the NFL. They play their home games at the HardRock Stadium in Miami Gardens. The stadium has undergone a major renovation including a state-of-the-art, open-air canopy: which offers dramatically increased shade and protection from the elements, four HD video boards and improved audio, all new seats and new seating experiences, improved food and enhanced concourses in the 100/300 levels, 300 level patio bars with field views beneath all four video boards. www.miamidolphins.com.

GOLF 18-hole public golf course and practice range owned by the Town of Davie. The most Fun greens in South Florida! Special low rates for Davie residents and South Florida residents. Conveniently located near I-595. Complete info at www.daviegolf.net. Davie Golf and Country Club is located at 8201 Nova Drive, Davie. For Tee Time Reservations, call (954) 797-4653.

GYMNASTICS PARK AVENUE GYMNASTICS COOPER CITY

Park Avenue Gymnastics, the top Gymnastics School in South Florida since 1985. We offer a variety of classes for boys and girls of all ages & skill levels from Mom & Tot through Competitive teams. It is our goal at Park Avenue to develop fitness, character and self-esteem in children through the sport of Gymnastics. Register online at www.parkavenuegymnastics.com or call (954) 434-0099. 12239 SW 53rd Street, Cooper City.

MARTIAL ARTS AMERICAN TOP TEAM

Inspiring Youth to be Their Best Selves. American Top Team has taken the lead to provide world-class instruction to kids who want to learn martial arts. Our programs and masterful instructors cater to all levels of skill. We help young athletes learn, build confidence and, most importantly, have fun doing so. Our Innovative martial arts program is designed to challenge and develop the skills of our youngest athletes. Located at 5929 S University Dr., Davie 33328. For more information, call: (954) 880-0020.

DAVIE USA GOJU KARATE

The benefits are endless: self-confidence, physical fitness, discipline, courtesy, respect for others, and self-control. Classes are held at Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road and Ivanhoe Community Center, 6101 S.W. 148th Avenue. Classes are offered on a continuous basis. To register, come in 5 minutes before any class begins. (954) 673-3455.

DAVIE ATEMI-RYU JU-JITSU

Instructors teach effective self-defense for children and adults. Everyone can do it! All ages are welcome. Classes are held on Mondays and Thursdays from 6:00pm to 7:00pm and Saturdays from 9:00am to 10:00am at the Shenandoah Community Center, 14452 Shenandoah Parkway. (954) 967-8272.

MULTISPORT PROGRAMS KIDOKINETICS

Kidokinetics is a fun way to fitness where children play confident! With Kidokinetics, your child(ren) can exercise and play sports in a fun and non-competitive environment. Children will get exposure to 18 different sports, play fitness games, and learn anatomy and physiology. Children ages 6 months to 12 years can participate in our classes. We are

hosting open to the public classes at local sites in Weston, Sunrise, and Davie! We also offer private classes and events for your child and their group of friends. Call (954) 385-8511 or email kidokinetics@kidokinetics.com for days and times. Register for our in-office classes at kidokinetics.com/join-a-class. We look forward to helping your child find a love for sport and fitness!

PICKLEBALL DAVIE PICKLEBALL

Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing recreational sports in America. We have 6 permanent pickleball courts at Pine Island Park and the Bamford Sports Complex, 3801 S. Pine Island Road. In Florida alone, there are over 10,000 pickleball players. The sport is extremely popular with ages 50 plus as an alternative to tennis and table tennis. The game is played either as singles or doubles. Do not miss out on playing the hottest new sport court game! Bamford Sports Complex at Pine Island Park has six permanent courts, open daily from 6:30am to 10:00pm. For more information, please contact Sam Gulla at (954)797-3929.

SCUBA DIVING DAVIE OPEN WATER DIVER

The Open Water Diver course consists of three main parts: Knowledge development to learn the basic principles of scuba diving through home study and classroom. Confined water dives or pool dives to learn basic scuba skills at Pine Island Pool. Open water dives to review your skills and explore the “world below.” Pool Dives take place at the Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Please contact Divers Cove at (954) 473-1220 for more information.

DAVIE OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE BY DIVERS COVE The Open Water Diver course consists of three main parts: Knowledge development to learn the basic principles of scuba diving through home study and classroom. Confined water dives or pool dives to learn basic scuba skills at Pine Island Pool. Open water dives to review your skills and explore the “world below.” (954) 473-1220.

SKATEBOARDING DAVIE SKATE PARK

The Davie Skate Park is located in the Bamford Sports Complex, 3801 S Pine Island Road, and open daily from 8:30am – 10:00pm. For more information please call (954) 327-3941.

DAVIE SKATEBOARD LESSONS

Want to learn how to skateboard, or learn new tricks and techniques? Join All Out Skate for group and private lessons at the Davie Skate Park located in Bamford Sports Complex, 3801 S. Pine Island Road, For more information please visit www.alloutskate.com.

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SOCCER COOPER CITY OPTIMIST SOCCER

All season and registration information is online at www. CooperCityOptimist.com. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026. • COOPER CITY RECREATIONAL SOCCER: Registrations for winter soccer start in August and the season will start in November. Please check www.coopercityoptimist.com and click on the soccer link for details. • 5 V 5 SOCCER: Season runs from March to May. Online registration begins December 7, 2021. Players are from 6 to high school age. Please check www.coopercityoptimist.com and click on the soccer link for details. • COOPER CITY TRAVEL SOCCER: South Florida’s # 1 volunteerbased Travel Soccer Program with travel soccer teams playing in several Local & State Leagues leagues. Ages start at 7 years (U9) to 18 years (U19) for boys and girls. Season runs from August to May. Tryouts held at the start of May. Home game location: 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City. (954) 434-2541. Cobrasoccer.com.

DAVIE WINTER SOCCER Registration opens August 30, 2021 and closes October 3, 2021. This program is open to boys and girls ages 3 through 15. Practice and Games are weeknights and Saturdays. Parents must attend mandatory Meeting. For more information call (954) 327-3929. Registration Fees: • Ages 3-4, $75 Davie Resident, $100 Non Davie Resident • Ages 5-9, $105 Davie Resident, $155 Non Davie Resident •Ages 10-13, $130 Davie Resident, $155 Non Davie Resident

SOFTBALL COOPER CITY OPTIMIST GIRLS SOFTBALL

All girls ages 4 to 14 are welcome. Fall season registration is open NOW through the third week of August. Our season begins mid September and runs through early November. Run by our outstanding

volunteer coaches eager to teach the kids how to play, we have 6U, 8U, 11U and 14U divisions.. Please visit our website at www.coopercityoptimist.com and click on “Girls Softball” for more information. Cooper City Optimist Club is located at 10500 Stirling Road, Cooper City 33026.

SWIMMING COOPER CITY SWIMMING LESSONS

Offered at Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center for swimmers of all abilities and all ages: Cooper City Residents $50-$55 per session, Non-Residents. $60-$65 per session. 11600 Stonebridge Pkwy. (954) 436-7300.

COOPER CITY CYCLONES SWIM TEAM

Offered at Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center. The Cooper City Cyclones Swim Team is a competitive swim team for Cooper City youth elementary through high school ages. The goal of the team is to provide every member an opportunity to improve swimming skills and achieve success at his or her level of ability from novice to international competitor. 11600 Stonebridge Pkwy. (954) 436-7300 or visit www.CyclonesSwimming.com.

DAVIE LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION TRAINING COURSE

This 30-hour training course is conducted by an American Red Cross Instructor. Successful completion of this course includes certification of Lifeguard/First Aid and CPR/AED from the American Red Cross. You must be at least 15 years old to complete the course. Registration is $300 per person. Classes take place at the Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. David Duda: skipperduda@yahoo.com.

DAVIE WATER AEROBICS High-energy, low-impact class performed in the water to music. This total body workout improves muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance and provides an efficient cardiovascular workout. Accommodates both the beginner as well as the experienced swimmer. No swimming skills are needed for this shallow water workout. We hold classes weekday mornings at the Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Contact Dana at (954) 797-7387.

DEEP WATER AEROBICS These group classes focus on cardiovascular, strength, and flexibility training. The instructor uses a variety of fitness formats including, highintensity interval training such as Tabata; interval and circuit training; and mind and body formats for a complete workout. Classes held at the Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Nancy: (954) 383-1132 or njolson97@gmail.com.

DAVIE PINE ISLAND PARK POOL AND SWIM PROGRAMS 3800 SW 92 Avenue, Davie. (954) 327-3927. • DAVIE PINE ISLAND PARK POOL: Features a 50-meter, competition pool with heating and cooling system, covered terrace patio with snack bar and a state-of-the-art lightning detection system. hours of Operation: Monday - Friday: 5:00am –8:00pm; Saturday – Sunday 9:00am – 5:00pm. • DAVIE LAP SWIM: Come swim with us and get a great workout! We offer Lap Swim based on Lane Reservations. We have dedicated lanes available during normal hours of operation. When necessary, lap lanes must be shared. Please contact (954)327-3926 to book your reservation now! • DAVIE SWIMFAST SWIM TEAM: Full-service swim team serving young swimmers ages 6 and up. The coaching staff, headed by John Leonard, one of the best-known names in the world of swimming, includes 3 ASCA Level 5 (highest level) coaches, 2 Level 4 coaches, and 1 Level 3 coach. To join, contact the coaches, either in person at the pool on-deck 4-7 p.m. daily, Monday-Friday, or contact Coach John Leonard at (954) 684-3024 or JLeonard@swimmingcoach.org. • DAVIE SWIM LESSONS: The Town of Davie Aquatics Division offers year-round Swimming Lessons internally, conducted by Town certified staff. Offering Mommy and Me classes, Preschools Swim lessons and Learn to swim levels, our swim lessons are geared to help swimmers of all ages and abilities develop their swimming and water safety skills.

Using a cooperative coaching style, Felix Insaurralde loves teaching kids and adults the great game of tennis. Instructional programs for ages 4 and up are held at Waverly Park, Waterford Park, and Shenandoah Park. Lessons are available for adults and children, Monday – Saturday. All instructors are USPTA Certified Tennis Instructors. (954) 732-0588. fittennisacademy.com.

VOLLEYBALL COOPER CITY OPTIMIST VOLLEYBALL - ADULTS Registrations for adult leagues will open in September, please check www.coopercityoptimist.com and click on the volleyball link for details.

DAVIE PAL FUNDAMENTALS OF VOLLEYBALL Come learn the fundamental skills of volleyball with certified and experienced coaches. We offer two classes to meet your child’s need and age bracket. Volley Mini 101, Ages 5-8 years old, $45. Fundamental Volleyball 102, Ages 8 years to 17 years old, $55. Davie Police Athletic League, 4300 S.W. 57th Terrace, Davie. (954) 321-2561 www.DaviePAL.org.

WATER SPORTS WATERSKIING & WAKEBOARDING LESSONS Waterski & Wakeboard lessons and now Surfing at CB Smith Park. Beautiful, private, fresh water lake, New Surf boat to make endless surfing possible. Slalom, Kneeboard, tube rides, birthday parties, camp field trips, surfing, etc. All equipment supplied. Open year round. Call Mike for appt. & information at (954) 292-3953. www.browardski.com.

ACTIVITIES ACTING & DRAMA BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER 9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio for all your performing arts needs. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). For students interested in acting and drama, BKS has a wide range of classes for the beginner to the most experienced students in Musical Theater, Audition Preparation, Advanced Acting and more! Auditions are held throughout the year for our musicals. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

FLORIDA CHILDREN’S THEATRE Noted as “One of Twelve Great Children’s Theatres Across the U.S.” by Backstage.com, Florida Children’s Theatre offers classes and camps for ages 4-18 in acting, musical theatre, circus, voice, performance, and dance as well as private coaching, including BFA audition prep. Additionally, FLCT produces a full season of shows that are open to students 2-12th grades by audition. Upcoming: The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. FLCT is currently located at Broward College Central Campus in Davie and offers select classes at the Galleria Mall. (954) 763-6882, www.FLCT.org.

COOPER CITY ADULT LEISURE ACTIVITIES Classes and programs are offered at the Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center 11600 Stonebridge Pkwy and Community Center (9000 SW 50thPlace). Programs include Wii Gaming, ceramics, fitness classes, watercolor, bunco, pinochle, rummikub, mah-jongg, walking club, line dancing, movie matinee, salsa dancing, crochet, and more. The adult programs also include monthly luncheons, monthly safety programs and social trips to local area attractions. Stop by the Pool & Tennis Center each month to pick up an Adult Activity Calendar, which is a monthly reminder of current programs and special events. Times, costs, and locations vary with each activity. For info, please call (954) 434-4300 #255 or visit www.CooperCityFL.org.

COOPER CITY SWIM-4-FITNESS/MASTERS SWIM

Adult swim program that gives swimmers of all abilities the opportunity to: improve their stroke technique and physical well-being; participate in a structured workout; and swim at their own speed. Pool-side coach available to assist. Pull buoys and kickboards available. Offered at the Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center (11600 Stonebridge Pkwy). For current class days and fees call (954) 436-7300 or visit www.CooperCityFL.org.

DAVIE AGELESS GRACE (GOOD)

The Ageless Grace Program: 21 simple tools for lifelong comfort and ease can be done by almost anyone of any age or ability. The movement sequences focus on the health and longevity of the body, mind, emotions, and spirit. All the exercises are designed to be practiced in a chair. Classes are held at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center every Tuesday and Friday from 10:15am-11:15am. There is no cost for seniors and Silver Sneakers members. (954) 327-3941

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ACTIVE ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES

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(ACTIVE ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES CONT.) DAVIE MULTIPURPOSE CENTER – SENIOR AND ADULTS

Come join us for Mahjong, Bingo, Cards, Day Trips, monthly guest speakers and much more. Also participate in other recreational activities such as: beading, crocheting, quilting, miniature crafting and more! Contact us at (954) 327-3941 for more information on all of the daily, weekly, and monthly programs we offer. 3801 South Pine Island Road in Davie.

DAVIE CHAIR YOGA Chair yoga will improve posture, deepen the breath, increase strength, flexibility, balance, relaxation and decrease stress. It is ideal for those who do not want to, or are unable to, get down to the floor on a traditional yoga mat. Using the chair for support, the postures will be presented in a slow, clear and manageable way in order for the student to comfortably and confidently connect with the mind and body. Suitable for all levels and abilities. Classes are held at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center on Thursdays from 11:30am-12:30pm. Classes are free for silver sneakers members or $20 for a package of 4.

AFTERSCHOOL & DAY OFF PROGRAMS BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio for all your performing arts needs. Our After-School program entitles students to up to15 classes per week and offers pickup from over 30 local schools. BKS picks up during all early release days and offers day camps during teacher workdays for an additional fee. This program is available for students ranging in age from 5 to 18 and is deeply discounted over the normal group class rate. Private lessons in singing, acting, dancing, and instruments are also available. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

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FLORIDA CHILDREN’S THEATRE

Noted as “One of Twelve Great Children’s Theatres Across the U.S.” by Backstage.com, Florida Children’s Theatre offers classes and camps for ages 4-18 in acting, musical theatre, circus, voice, performance, and dance as well as private coaching, including BFA audition prep. Additionally, FLCT produces a full season of shows that are open to students 2-12th grades by audition. Upcoming: The Lighting Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical. FLCT is currently located at Broward College Central Campus in Davie and offers select classes at the Galleria Mall. (954) 763-6882 www.FLCT.org.

AMERICAN TOP TEAM

ATT afterschool is a program for your child to be able to Reduce Stress & Anxiety. Increase Compassion. Emotional Regulation. Improve Attention. ATT Powerful Little Giants is an exclusive and limited space program which allows us to provide more attention and commitment to your child. We will empower both mental and physical health through our creative curriculum. Not only Empowering their minds, we have incorporated our world class martial arts program to increase their confidence, academic performance, behavior and coordination. Located at 5929 S University Dr., Davie. For more information, call: (954) 880-0020.

CHESS FOR KIDS ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

Chess classes improve your child’s academic performance, concentration, reasoning skills, logic and critical thinking. Small groups, after school classes Monday-Friday in Davie, Weston, Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Doral, Boca Raton and Ft. Lauderdale & Coral Gables. Chess tournaments available twice a month. www.chessforkids.us info@chessartkids.com. (954) 650-2562.

DANCER’S GALLERY

Come Dance With Us After School! Proudly serving our local communities since 1996. Offering a one-of-a-kind performing arts after school program. Monday-Friday until 6:30 p.m. Transportation available from most local schools. Homework Help! Tutoring available. Daily Dance Classes for all levels include: Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Acro, Latin and more. Performance opportunities in the Winter Show and end of year Recital. Call us for more information and ask about our early registration promotion: 954-437-9910 or visit us at 12323 SW 55th St. Unit 1010 Cooper City, Fl 33330 www.dancersgallery.com.

CODE NINJAS

Kids aged 7-14 learn to code while building games they love! Kids love technology, games, and having fun with friends. Parents want to give their kids the best and brightest future possible. Everyone wins at Code Ninjas. Our students progress through an engaging 9 belt game-based coding curriculum that teaches teamwork, logic, math, and problem solving. Kids gain vital STEM skills while having a blast. After school drop-ins, Parents Night Out, Camps and Parties available! Locations in Plantation, Cooper City, Coral Springs and our newest location in Weston. (954) 399-7000. www.CodeNinjas.com.

DAVIE SUNSHINE AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM

Sunshine Afterschool Program is held at the Davie Pine Island Multipurpose Facility, located at 3801 S. Pine Island Road. Sunshine is a family operated not-for-profit child care provider that has been providing superior school-age child care programs in Broward County since 1192. All programs are licensed and insured, operate under the policies and directives of the Division of Children and Family Services and the Broward County School Board. (954) 236-8850.

ART ART WORKSHOPS- CHESSART

Teaching students to express themselves through the arts. Our program offers unique art experiences that promote your child’s confidence and creativity. Drawing. Painting. Cartooning. Printmaking. Ceramics. Group and private workshops. After school programs. Portfolio development for students from 9th and 12th grade. www.chessartkids.com - info@chessartkids.com. (954) 534-3771 or (954) 650-2562.

ATTRACTIONS & VENUES BROWARD CENTER FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Ranked among the top ten most-visited theater venues in the world, the Broward Center for the Performing Arts is the destination of choice for entertainment in South Florida for musicals, operas, ballets, concerts, plays, and educational events and more. The Center delivers quality entertainment, educational opportunities and memorable moments that engage and inspire audiences, nurture collaboration and drive economic vitality. Info at www.BrowardCenter.org

BIRTHDAY PARTIES & SPECIAL EVENTS SUPER TUBE & SURF PARTIES Looking for something new? Want to be the coolest parents on earth? Have a super party at CB Smith Park. Ride the Chariot warbird, flying saucer and banana boat. New this year is wakesurfing behind our new boat that makes an endless surf wake. Peg the fun meter and hear “that was the best day of my life!” Covered pavilion and large play area for yard games. Water mat and music box included. Ages 3 to 84. Reserve today at (954) 292-3953, for pictures and details go to www.browardski.com.

PARK AVENUE GYMNASTICS COOPER CITY Have your party at Park Avenue Gymnastics! We offer SUPER FUN, STRUCTURED birthday parties for children turning 3-12 years old. All parties are private and include one hour & 15 minutes of Gymnastics & 45 minutes in the party room. Book your party at www.parkavenuegymnastics.com or call (954) 434-0099. 12239 SW 53rd Street, Cooper City 33330.

AC HOTEL SAWGRASS MILLS With elegance and purposeful design, the AC Hotel Sawgrass Mills has orchestrated the entire hotel experience so you can be creative, and fulfilled. Enjoy our breathtaking skyline venue for your special day at the Horizon Rooftop Bar & Lounge. You’ll feel on top of the world in our sprawling rooftop venue that can accommodate up to 120 guests in plush style lounge seating. Located at 1870 Sawgrass Mills Circle, Sunrise 33323. Contact us at (954) 846-0400, achotelsawgrassmills.com.

DAVIE POOL PARTY RENTALS Book your next birthday party or special event at the pool. Please call the Pine Island Pool at (954) 327-3927 for more information.

DAVIE BERGERON RODEO GROUNDS The Bergeron Rodeo Grounds of Davie, located at 4201 Rodeo Way, are available for use to all individuals, organizations, and corporations. Rental rates for single performance commercial rentals: $1,800 per 8 hours; Nonprofit organizations: $1,000 per 8 hours. Additional fees & deposits may be required. If you would like to rent the Rodeo Grounds for your next event, contact (954) 797-1076, or email simone_james-crichton@davie-fl.gov.

CHESS CHESS FOR KIDS: CHESSART Learning to think outside the box. Chess is a useful educational tool. Chess is a tool that improves your child’s confidence, imagination, concentration and intuition. It also develops critical and logical thinking. Improves schoolwork and grades. Ages 4 and up. Chess is fun! After School Programs: Montessori schools, Imagine Charter. Group Lessons:Weston Community Center, Sunset Lakes Miramar Community Center, Davie Pine Island Park Multipurpose Center, Pembroke Isles, The Ridges. Private lessons, tournaments. www.chessartkids.com info@chessartkids.com / (954) 650-2562 or (954) 534-3771.

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Classes meet Saturdays from 9:00am – 10:00am at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road, Davie. $7.00 per student and a $10.00 non-resident one-time fee. Children & adults of all ages can enjoy this hands-on creative fun! We have a wide selection of pieces to choose from (animals, hearts and flags), you name it! All activities are supervised with an instructor on hand. Take home your finished piece the same day. (954) 536-3737.

DAVIE CHESS CLASSES

Improve your child’s self-confidence, imagination, concentration and intuition. Professional instruction will be provided during classes at the Pine Island Multipurpose Facility, 3801 S. Pine Island Road. Materials and book are included in the cost. Classes are $99 per session plus an annual registration fee of $30. Each session is four classes. Please call (954) 327-3941 for more information.

CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT KIDOKINETICS Kidokinetics is a fun way to fitness where children play confident! With Kidokinetics, your child(ren) can exercise and play sports in a fun and non-competitive environment. Children will get exposure to 18 different sports, play fitness games, and learn anatomy and physiology. Children ages 6 months to 12 years can participate in our classes. We are hosting open to the public classes at local sites in Weston, Sunrise, and Davie! We also offer private classes and events for your child and their group of friends. Call (954) 385-8511 or email kidokinetics@ kidokinetics.com for days and times. Register for our in-office classes at kidokinetics.com/join-a-class. We look forward to helping your child find a love for sport and fitness!

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(CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT CONT.) DAVIE BABY BOOTCAMP Our programs are led by nationally certified fitness professionals and provide fitness, nutrition, and community support for moms. Bring your baby with you! Fitness for mom and fun for baby. Classes are offered Wednesdays and Fridays, from 9:30am – 10:30am at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road. Mondays from 9:30am-10:30am at the Shenandoah Community Room, 14452 Shenandoah Parkway. (954) 399-2521.

DAVIE LIL STARS SPORTS Lil Stars Sports includes nationally recognized child physical development programs: Kickstart Soccer, Lil Sluggers and Shooting Stars, using a variety of fun games to delight and engage kids in physical activity. The curriculums are professionally designed to develop motor skills, promote physical fitness, and create self confidence in kids and younger children. It stresses a non-competitive environment and promotes fun above all else. For kids 18 months to 6 years. Classes are offered Thursdays 9:00am - 12:00pm at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road. Please call (954) 327-3941for more information.

DANCE BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO – PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program & Best Dance Studio, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio for all your performing arts needs. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Dance classes range from beginner to advanced in Tap, Jazz, Ballet, Hip Hop, Contemporary, and more. BKS also has a Dance Competition & Dance Company Team and have had many students qualify for National and World Championships! Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

DAVIE 5678 DANCE

5678 Dance is a fun and fulfilling dance program, offering kids and adults, as young as 18 months, an unforgettable lifetime experience. We provide a variety of dance programs and activities, with qualified staff committed to the enjoyment and safety of all our dancers. Come

enjoy the magic of dance in a caring and inspiring environment. Classes are offered at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, on Thursdays and Saturdays. 3801 South Pine Island Road, Davie. Please call (954) 579-8820 for more information.

DANCER’S GALLERY

Come Dance With Us! Proudly serving our local communities since 1996. A variety of classes available daily for all levels and ages 2 ½ to adult including: Baby Combo, Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Hip Hop, Contemporary, Latin, Acro, Belly Dance, Flamenco, Aerial Silks, Musical Theatre, Voice, Piano and more. Performance opportunities in the Winter Show, Broadway Experience Showcase and end of year Recital. Call us for more information and ask us about our current promotion: 954437-9910 or visit us at 12323 SW 55th St. Unit 1010 Cooper City, FL 33330 www.dancersgallery.com.

MUSIC & VOICE BROADWAY KIDS STUDIO - PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

9042 West State Road 84, Davie 33324 (Ridge Plaza behind The Round Up). Awarded as Best After School Program & Best Kids Theater Program, look no further than Broadway Kids Studio for all your performing arts needs. BKS offers group classes and private lessons in Singing, Acting, Dancing, & Musical Instruments (Piano, Drums, & Guitar). Additionally, the BKS Star Performers & Rock Band have been entertaining audiences throughout south Florida for the past decade. Contact us today to set up an audition to join one of these exclusive groups. BKS also offers an After-School Program, Camps, Dance Competition and we hold auditions for musicals throughout the year. Contact us at (954) 693-7500 or www.BroadwayKidsStudio.com.

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SPECIAL POPULATION SPORTS & ACTIVITIES THERAPIES 4 KIDS (T4K)

Therapies 4 Kids (T4K) provides Physical Therapy /Occupational Therapy / Speech Therapy / ABA & Mental Health services to children with developmental disabilities and neurological disorders. ABA services can be given at home, school or clinic based. For over 16 years T4K has provided services that include direct treatment, patient education and specialized programs to meet the growing health needs of the community. T4K has become the leader in Pediatric programs for neurological disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism & Stroke. Diagnostic testing for Autism & ADHD is available. T4K also offers Cars 2 testing for Autism and Conners testing for ADHD. Most Insurances accepted. WE ARE OPEN SATURDAYS. Visit us at www.T4K.com. • 1311 N. Palm Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33026 – (954) 828-0425 • 5970 S.W. 18th Street, Suite E6-7, Boca Raton 33433 – (954) 828-0425

DAVIE EXCEPTIONAL FITNESS FOUNDATION Provides training to individuals, fitness coaching and recreation programs to individuals on the Autism Spectrum and other special needs. Curriculum integrates functional fitness movements, martial arts, musical movement, yoga, and safety instruction. Classes take place at Pine Island Fitness and Aquatics Center located at 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Jason Miletsky (954) 815-1546.

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FAMILY HEALTH

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FAMILY HEALTH

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FAMILY HEALTH

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HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY FITNESS & WEIGHT LOSS FACILITIES AMERICAN TOP TEAM The American Top Team Fitness POWERFIT Kickboxing program combines cardio, resistance and high interval training to give you the most fat-melting workout possible. We’ve found the combination of these three forms to create a powerhouse workout that gets results - fast. And, you’re pretty much guaranteed to have fun in the process! 5929 S. University Dr., Davie 33328. (954) 880-0020.

THE WALKING CLUB Wednesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm. Flamingo West Park Nature Trail, 6201 South Flamingo Road, Cooper City. Contact Cooper City Recreation at (954) 436-7300 to join the next session! CDC guidelines are recommended. Visit www.CooperCityFL.org.

ZUMBA AT COOPER CITY POOL & TENNIS CENTER Taught by Chris Decker. Held Mondays at 6:30pm at Cooper City Pool & Tennis Center. $5.00 cash only per person. Only 30 dancers permitted per class. 11600 Stonebridge Parkway, Cooper City. Register at signup.com. (954) 471-4093.

DAVIE HATHA YOGA This all-levels class incorporates breath, alignment, strength, flow, balance, self-observation and self-nurturing. It encourages you to find your edge while moving at the pace most comfortable for you in the moment. In addition to strength, balance and flexibility, present moment awareness reduces stress and enhances peace. Please bring your own mat or towel. Classes are offered held Wednesdays 10:00am 11:00am at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road. (954) 327-3941.

DAVIE JAZZERCISE CLASSES Classes are held at various times every day of the week at Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 S. Pine Island Road. Different pricing options available for 12 months, 6 months, 2 months or one class. (954) 607-6687.

DAVIE ZUMBA A fun and effective total body workout for adults of all ages and fitness levels. This class is full of healthy energy, fun music, dynamic dancing and ZUMBA! Classes are held Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30pm 6:30pm at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road. Free to Davie residents and Town of Davie employees. A $5 fee is charged for non-residents.

DAVIE WATER AEROBICS

High-energy, low-impact class performed in the water to music. This total body workout improves muscle strength, flexibility, and endurance

and provides an efficient cardiovascular workout. Accommodates both the beginner as well as the experienced swimmer. No swimming skills are needed for this shallow water workout. We hold classes weekday mornings at the Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Contact Dana at (954) 797-7387.

ARTHRITIS BODY CONDITIONING A great way to strengthen, tone and stretch without putting strain on your joints and muscles while following Arthritis Foundation guidelines. The gentle activities in warm water, with guidance from an Arthritis Foundation certified instructor, is excellent for beginning or returning exercisers as well as for strengthening for pre-surgery and post-surgery. Arthritis diagnosis not required. Swimming skills not required. Pine Island Aquatic Center has a ramp, handrails and shallow steps. Class may be held on land in case of inclement weather. Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Contact Nancy at (954) 383-1132 or njolson97@gmail.com.

DAVIE AQUATICS FITNESS PERSONAL TRAINING Schedule a personal aquatic fitness training session at Pine Island Fitness and Aquatic Center, 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Receive individual instruction from an experienced certified teacher. Initial session includes fitness and skill-level evaluation, personal goal setting, and written workout plan. Multiple sessions discount. Contact Nancy at (954) 383-1132 or njolson97@gmail.com.

DAVIE EXCEPTIONAL FITNESS FOUNDATION: Provides training to individuals, fitness coaching and recreation programs to individuals on the Autism Spectrum and other special needs. Curriculum integrates functional fitness movements, martial arts, musical movement, yoga, and safety instruction. Classes take place at Pine Island Fitness and Aquatics Center located at 3800 SW 92nd Ave, Davie. Jason Miletsky (954) 815-1546.

DAVIE FITNESS CENTER MEMBERSHIPS Invest in your well-being and become a member of the Town of Davie Fitness and Aquatic Center. Membership is very affordable, and we offer both 6-month and 12-month memberships. Memberships include the use of our Olympic-sized pool, state-of-the-art equipment by Matrix. We also have an extensive line of cardiovascular equipment, including treadmills, elliptical trainers, stair climbers, and stationary bicycles. Personal training is also available by appointment. 3800 SW 92 Avenue, Davie. (954) 327-3926.

FAMILY HEALTH

FUNERAL CARE BOYD-PANCIERA FAMILY FUNERAL CARE Hollywood and Pembroke Pines locations. (954) 989-9900 or (954) 983-6400. www.bpfamilycare.com. • ADVANCED PLANNING: One of the greatest gifts you can give your family is by pre-arranging your wishes ahead of time. Don’t leave the burden of these very important decisions on your family. Call today to receive your FREE Planning Guide or request a free cost estimate. • FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS: Boyd-Panciera has been serving our communities for close to 90 years, now, 4 generations strong. We are here before, during and after the loss of a loved one. We offer many burial, cremation, Veteran and hospice packages. We are family owned and operated and are honored to serve your family during life’s most challenging time. Visit us today!

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S MIRAMAR URGENT CARE CENTER With co-pays that are typically lower than an emergency room visit, the Urgent Care Center at Nicklaus Children’s Miramar Outpatient Center offers personalized and prompt care for babies, children, teens and young adults under 21 years of age. Appointments with board-certified physicians and diagnostic testing are also available at this location, including free EKG screenings for young athletes. (954) 442-0809 or visit nicklauschildrens.org/Miramar.

BROWARD HEALTH MEDICAL CENTER Is located in Fort Lauderdale. Our 716-bed facility includes a team of medical professionals and physicians who are dedicated to delivering compassionate and quality care. Broward Health Medical Center is home to virtually every medical specialty, including: a Joint Replacement Center, Stroke Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Transplant Center, Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cardiovascular Services and more. It also houses a 10,000 square-foot- fitness facility. Offering a variety of classes including spinning and yoga. www.BrowardHealth.org.

SALAH FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL AT BROWARD HEALTH

HOSPITALS & URGENT CARE FACILITIES JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL 1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood 33021. (954) 265-5324. JDCH.com. • CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: One of the region’s leading pediatric hospitals, offering a comprehensive scope of healthcare services and programs in a child-friendly atmosphere. A full-service hospital, we treat minor illnesses, trauma-related accidents and some of the most complex pediatric medical conditions. The hospital is staffed 24 hours a day by world-class pediatric specialists, specialty-trained nurses and ancillary support staff. Today, more than 650 physicians are on the medical staff. Pediatric emergency departments located in Hollywood, Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines and Memorial Hospital Miramar. • JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL CONCUSSION CLINIC: Whether it’s a sports-related or non-sports-related concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, count on us to deliver quality, coordinated care. We help navigate and expedite appointments with the right pediatric specialists to meet your child’s needs: Our team include physicians and therapists with specialties in Pediatric Sports Medicine, Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Pediatric Vestibular Rehabilitation andPediatric Neurosurgery. Call (954) 538-5566 or visit JDCH.com/concussion. Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston.

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S DAN MARINO OUTPATIENT CENTER For two decades, Nicklaus Children’s Dan Marino Outpatient Center has served as a regional pediatric care leader, providing innovation and leadership in the care of children diagnosed with autism and other developmental conditions. A full range of services are available under one roof. Physical, occupational, speech-language, aquatic, and feeding and swallowing therapies are offered, as well as diagnostic testing. Appointments with board-certified physicians are also available at this location. nicklauschildrens.org/DanMarino

Located in Fort Lauderdale at Broward Health Medical Center and in Coral Springs at Broward Health Coral Springs. Our locations offer newborns, children and adolescents the most advanced, family-centered care, including: 24-Hour Pediatric Emergency Department & Speedy Care, Child Life & Expressive Therapy teams, Comprehensive Pediatric Diabetes Center, Hematology Oncology Services, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Acute Care & Pediatric Medical/Surgical Treatment, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Surgical Services and Pediatric Sedation. www.browardhealth.org/locations/salah-foundation-childrens-hospital.

BROWARD HEALTH URGENT CARE Open 7 Days a week, we are a pediatric and adult center providing fast, convenient care for minor injuries and illnesses • Ear aches • Flu-like Symptoms • Upper Respiratory Infections • Orthopedic & Skin Injuries • Physicals • Occupational Health • Immunizations & more. 2300 N. Commerce Parkway, Weston. (954) 217-5700.

UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SPORTS MEDICINE INSTITUTE As South Florida’s only academic-based sports medicine program, the Institute’s collaborative, multi-disciplinary team of world-class experts offers innovative diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical treatments to patients — from student athletes and weekend warriors to professional athletes and champions, including the University of Miami Hurricanes, Miami Marlins, and U.S. Sailing Team. We offer locations in MiamiDade and Broward that provide leading-edge expertise and treatments. UHealthSportsMedicine.com.

HEALTH SERVICES & IMMUNIZATIONS FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY Family Public Health Services: Birth Certificates, Immunizations, Children’s Dental, KidCare, WIC, Adult Specialty Dental, Family Planning, Health Education, HIV Prevention/Testing and more. (954) 467-4705 or www.broward.floridahealth.gov.

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FLORIDA KID CARE DID YOU KNOW the Florida Department of Health in Broward County has a local Florida KidCare Outreach Program? Our customer service representatives are highly trained to provide assistance with Florida KidCare Program needs. Whether it be answering questions about eligibility, completing an application, or helping with account issues, our multilingual customer service representatives are here to help! Just call 954-IINSURES (954) 467-8737.

ORTHODONTICS NAIDU ORTHODONTICS Changing lives, one smile at a time through innovation, passion, and Excellence! We are an Innovative Braces and Platinum+ Invisalign Provider for Children, Teens and Adults. At Naidu Orthodontics, we provide Superior orthodontic treatment and individualized care, in a family like atmosphere, utilizing the latest in technology. Our office combines 3D Dental imaging along with SureSmile(R) Robotic Technology to achieve Customized results and shorter treatment times. Dr. Kistama Naidu is a Board Certified Orthodontist. We have two convenient locations in Pembroke Pines. Please call us at (954) 4381965 or text us at (844) 419-4434 to schedule your complimentary consultation today!

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ORTHOPEDIC CENTER Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston. (954) 538-5500. • PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY & [U18] SPORTS MEDICINE: Meeting the needs of the pediatric & adolescent population with orthopedic injuries ranging from scoliosis and spinal deformities, bone tumors, fractures, hand injuries and upper extremity conditions, limb lengthening & deformities, hip injuries & hip disorders, concussions, sports & dance injuries and much more, your child will be cared for by fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeons and physicians: Dr. Michael Jofe, Dr. Randolph Cohen, Dr. Neal McNerney, Dr. Stephen Storer, Dr. Jeremy Frank, Dr. Eric Eisner, Dr. Matthew Fazekas, Dr. Michael Dressing, Dr. Andrew Gupta & Dr. Michael Aversano who combined have over 75 years experience. Diagnostic imaging by pediatric radiologists and technologists. Anesthesia care by board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists. Rehabilitation by licensed and doctorate level physical therapists. We provide a full spectrum of care. JDCH.com/Ortho. • PERFORMING ARTS & DANCE MEDICINE PROGRAM: Dance is a complex physical commitment that requires holistic treatment of the musculoskeletal system. Physicians and physical therapists from the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Orthopedic Center specialize in caring for youth and young adult dancers and performing artists. We apply a comprehensive evaluation from nutrition, bone health, and sports psychology in addition to management of acute injuries. Our experts specialize in the assessment and treatment of performance-related injuries. With experience caring for company dancers from the Boston Ballet and Boston Conservatory, we cater to the unique discipline of dance biomechanics, flexibility, strength deficits, injury prevention and pointe readiness. Young dancers can expect full evaluation, diagnostics and treatment of all injuries. JDCH.com/Dance.

ORTHOPAEDICS NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY PROGRAM The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital Orthopedic Surgery Program is a regional leader in treating pediatric musculoskeletal conditions. In fact, Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was once again identified among the best in the nation for Orthopedics according to U.S. News & World’s Report’s 2021-2022 “Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings. Treatment for a variety of conditions is available at the Nicklaus Children’s Miramar Outpatient Center. (305) 662-8366 or email orthokids@nicklaushealth.org.

SPEECH, PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES THERAPIES 4 KIDS (T4K) Therapies 4 Kids (T4K) provides Physical Therapy /Occupational Therapy / Speech Therapy / ABA & Mental Health services to children with developmental disabilities and neurological disorders. ABA services can be given at home, school or clinic based. For over 16 years T4K has provided services that include direct treatment, patient education and specialized programs to meet the growing health needs of the community. T4K has become the leader in Pediatric programs for neurological disorders such as Cerebral Palsy, Autism & Stroke. Diagnostic testing for Autism & ADHD is available. T4K also offers Cars 2 testing for Autism and Conners testing for ADHD. Most Insurances accepted. WE ARE OPEN SATURDAYS. Visit us at www.T4K.com. • 1311 N. Palm Avenue, Pembroke Pines 33026 – (954) 828-0425 • 5970 S.W. 18th Street, Suite E6-7, Boca Raton 33433 – (954) 828-0425

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL REHABILITATION CENTER JDCH.com/Rehab (954) 265 - 4000. • PEDIATRIC THERAPY SERVICES: Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy services and much more. Serving the needs of pediatric and adolescent patients – Our therapists specialize in the treatment of infants and children with a variety of diagnoses, including neurological deficits, sensory and auditory processing disorders, and developmental delay. Locations: Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Pembroke Pines & Wellington • [U18] SPORTS MEDICINE SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES: Helping meet the unique sports injury prevention and treatment needs of children and adolescents. Every patient treated at [U18] receives one-on-one individualized physical therapy care provided by highly experienced orthopedic physical therapists. Our patients have our undivided attention, which can help improve outcomes. Our facilities are tailored specifically for the young athlete. Locations in Miramar, Coral Springs & Wellington. (954) 538-5500.

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2021 - 2022 SCHOOL YEAR Broward Community Schools offer a wide range of highly interactive and well-crafted online courses that you can access 24/7 through our BCS Online Instructor Center. Their courses include expert instructors, many of whom are nationally known. As with all of their other courses, the online courses are affordable, fun, convenient, and geared just for

Wednesday, August 11 – 17: Teacher Planning Days Wednesday, August 18: First Day of School

SEPTEMBER Monday, September 6: Schools Closed Tuesday, September 7: Schools Closed Thursday, September 16: Schools Closed

OCTOBER

you. Whether you want to expand, enhance, or

Tuesday, October 19: Early Release Day, End of 1st Quarter Wednesday, October 20: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students

update your professional skills, explore or develop

NOVEMBER

creative talents, or enrich your personal life, the BCS Online Instruction Center has something for you now. COURSE CATEGORIES: • ARTS AND DESIGN • BUSINESS • COMPUTER APPLICATIONS • COMPUTER SCIENCE • CONSTRUCTION AND TRADES • HEALTH AND FITNESS • HOSPITALITY • INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY • LANGUAGE

Thursday, November 11: Schools Closed Monday, November 22 – Friday, November 26: Thanksgiving Week – Schools Closed

DECEMBER Monday, December 20 – Friday, December 31: Winter Break – Schools Closed

JANUARY Monday, January 10: Early Release Day, End of 2nd Quarter Tuesday, January 11: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students Monday, January 17: Schools Closed

FEBRUARY Monday, February 14: Early Release Day – “A Day of Service and Love” Monday, February 21: Schools Closed

MARCH

• TEACHER PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Thursday, March 17: Early Release Day, End of 3rd Quarter Friday, March 18: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students Monday, March 21 – Friday, March 25: Spring Break – Schools Closed Monday, March 28: Teacher Planning Day – No School for Students

• TEST PREP

APRIL

• WRITING

Thursday, April 14: Early Release Day Friday, April 15: Schools Closed

• LEGAL • MATH AND SCIENCE

Broward Community Schools provide hundreds of academic and lifelong learning classes for students of all ages, interests, and needs for their professional, personal, and leisure life. With morning, afternoon, evening, and 24/7 online classes, they have it all. Visit www.ed2go.com/bcsonline/ or call (754) 321-7600 to view the selection of courses within these categories.

AUGUST

MAY Monday, May 30: Schools Closed

JUNE Thursday, June 9: Early Release Day/Last Day of School Friday, June 10: Teacher Planning Day

HURRICANE MAKE-UP DAYS: October 19, 2021, January 10, 2022, February 14, 2022, March 17, 2022, April 14, 2022, and June 9, 2022

SCHOOLS and we are looking forward to engaging with the community. Our continuing goal for our school is to work alongside our local partners to spread kindness in the community and support our students with positive initiatives that lead to student growth and learning. Our Titan Buck Store will be up and running again this school year, and we are thrilled to reward our students for making good choices, being kind to others, and working hard on their school work and various projects. We are always accepting physical and monetary donations for our Titan Buck store and could use new and exciting items to restock our shelves for the students! Please keep an eye out for our upcoming school newsletter and to our school website where we will highlight our Partners in Education throughout the year. If you would like to contact the school directly about making a donation of classroom supplies/materials or items for the Titan Buck Store, please email Ashley Diamond directly at ashley.diamond@browardschools.com. Nova Eisenhower Elementary is located at 6501 SW 39th Street in Davie. Their Principal is Angine Tyghter. You can reach them at (754) 323-6650.

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appy Fall from Nova Eisenhower Elementary! We are so happy to have all our students back in the building this school year after a challenging and difficult past year. The teachers have been working hard to get our student council and various clubs up and running and we are excited to bring some new and exciting opportunities for our students. This year, Nova Eisenhower will begin the Debate Club in 5th Grade, led by Mrs. Paz! These students will have the opportunity to engage in activities and experiences that will improve their critical thinking skills and abilities to participate in discourse backed by research that will lead to improved writing, creativity, and self-confidence. Stay tuned for information on Debate Competitions and Championships throughout the school year! Nova Eisenhower is also looking forward to getting our Student Council program in motion to help students reconnect and build relationships with each other. This wonderful program is run by Ms. Mejia, and she has some new and very creative ideas on how to help our students build leadership and responsibility skills. We look forward to seeing where these programs will take us this year! We value and deeply appreciate our business partners

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reparations are underway for the 2021-2022 years, and the stakeholders at Cooper City High School are working diligently to ensure another year of success and reflecting on moments -big and small- that brought the staff, students, and community together last school year. Cowboy Pride remained in full swing, with students and staff finding the positive in every challenge while upholding a wellestablished Tradition of Excellence. Our world has changed a great deal over the last year. When our school community was faced with an unmapped future, we adapted our course, and continued to adapt, again and again. We held onto the kindness and support of one another and kept moving forward. We held each other close, even when it wasn’t possible to do so in person. Flexibility, determination, innovation, and perseverance have guided our school community. The Class of 2021 seniors found innovative ways to keep with tradition while modifying plans to meet CDC guidelines. Memorable events included spirit dress up weeks, re-imagining the senior breakfast into a Cowboy style outdoor barbecue, hosting a memorable prom under the stars in the school courtyard and planning a post-graduation celebratory parade, just to highlight a few. The class of 2021 was innovative and resilient and served as an inspiring example of Cowboy Pride, leading the way in activities and academic success. Students were also honored and praised for their hard work at the annual Top 10% Outstanding Student Scholars Academic Excellence event and Senior Awards night. Speaking of academics, dynamic curriculum and extracurricular enrichment remained a strong CCHS focus-as always- from August to June, even with the new element of distance learning. Equipped with Canvas and Teams, CCHS teachers used engaging and innovative online instructional tools, embracing the 21st century learning, so that our students can continue to learn. Although logistics were challenging at times, our school community stayed committed to the academics, yielding successes to celebrate: 99% of students in the class of 2021 met all of their graduation requirements, earning over 9 million in cumulative Bright Futures and other scholarships from schools across the United States to jumpstart their futures. Over 95% of students in this graduating class will be continuing their education after high school, attending a 4-year, 2-year or technical colleges. 100% of our AP Capstone Diploma seekers met their goal, achieving the great honor of successfully studying, writing, presenting, and defending an original research project. We proudly offer 21 Advanced Placement courses at CCHS. Not to be outdone, our AICE Cambridge program offering 16 AICE Cambridge classes with an opportunity to earn the prestigious AICE Cambridge Diploma, embarked on its second year at CCHS and new course offerings such as AICE Cambridge Drama, AICE Cambridge Literature and AICE Cambridge Business joined the lineup, providing students with even more opportunities to dig deep and explore their passions while working toward the prestigious AICE Diploma. Students certainly proved why Cooper City High School continues to hold a position as a School of Excellence as well as a Gold Seal school for community service- nothing can stop a Cowboy from achieving their goals. As an example of dedication, students showed up for testing season-quite literallykicking off the school’s first in-person AICE Cambridge exam administration as well as demonstrating their knowledge for the FSA, EOCs, and AP exams. And as they always have, programs such as DECA, Drama, Sound of Pride, JROTC and Debate earned recognition from district and state organizations, and the CCHS athletic teams celebrated many exciting wins, including district and state championship titles. It truly takes a community to support

a child, and there is no other place quite like Cooper City. We commend our community for their commitment and support, especially the friends and family members of our scholars. They have faithfully supported their student endeavors while juggling their own new challenges this past year. Cooper City High School has an extra special reason to celebrate: a 50th anniversary! Established in 1971, it has been 50 years since the very first Cooper City High School Cowboys arrived on campus. In May of 2021 a time capsule ceremony was held. This event was sponsored by the Cooper City Community: Cooper City Education Advisory Board, Cooper City Optimist, and local realtor, Roni Sterin. School staff, community members and students came together to fill and dedicate a time capsule to be opened by the class of 2071. Seniors chose items to place in the capsule, including letters written by current students to those 50 years into the future. We look forward to a spectacular 50th year celebration in October of 2021 and invite all CCHS alumni to join us as we honor our school and its longstanding Tradition of Excellence and Cobwoy Pride. The 2021-2022 school year launches in early August with a Student Government sponsored Cowboy Corral with a twist: along with a traditional “Freshman Invasion” day for our 9th graders, there will be a special orientation day to provide our 10th graders and “new to the Coop” students with the opportunity to explore campus, meet their Cowboys peers and staff, and engage in fun team building events. Whatever this year brings, the Cowboys are ready and looking forward to all this year’s moments that are sure to be filled with Cowboy Pride, kindness and that special brand of community that Cooper City is known for upholding. We eagerly turn the page on the next chapter, ready to write another volume of Cowboy success. Cooper City High School is located at 9401 Stirling Road in Cooper City. Their Principal is Vera Perkovic. They can be reached at (754) 323-0200.

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2021-2022 SCHOOL INFORMATION

INFORMATION CURRENT AS OF 8/15/21. VISIT WWW.BROWARDSCHOOLS.COM FOR UPDATES. FACEBOOK.COM/BROWARDSCHOOLS.

DAVIE, COOPER CITY & SW RANCHES PUBLIC & CHARTER SCHOOLS COOPER CITY ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Monica Schlosser www.browardschools.com/coopercityelem 5080 SW 92nd Ave., Cooper City 33328 PH: 754-323-5200, FAX: 754-323-5240 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm BEFORE CARE: 6:30am - 7:30am AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

GRIFFIN ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Angie Moodliyar-Jones www.browardschools.com/griffin 5050 SW 116th Ave., Cooper City 33330 PH: 754-323-5900, FAX: 754-323-5940 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

HAWKES BLUFF ELEMENTARY

DAVIE ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Erik Anderson www.browardschools.com/davie 7025 SW 39th St., Davie 33314 PH: 754-323-5400, FAX: 754-323-5440, HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

EMBASSY CREEK ELEMENTARY PRINCIPAL: Robert Becker :www.browardschools.com/embassycreek 10905 SE Lake Blvd., Cooper City 33026 PH: 754-323-5550, FAX: 754-323-5590 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm BREAKFAST: 7:30am - 8:00am AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

FLAMINGO ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Philip Bullock www.browardschools.com/flamingo 1130 SW 133rd Ave., Davie 33325 PH: 754-323-5700, FAX: 754-323-5740 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm BEFORE CARE: 6:30am - 7:30am AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

FOX TRAIL ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Lynn Burgess www.browardschools.com/foxtrail 1250 Nob Hill Rd., Davie 33324 PH: 754-323-5800, FAX: 754-323-5840 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

PRINCIPAL: Melinda S. Cunningham www.browardschools.com/hawkesbluff 5900 SW 160th Avenue, Davie 33331 PH: 754-323-6100, FAX: 754-323-6140 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm AFTERCARE: 2:00pm - 6:00pm

NOVA BLANCHE FORMAN ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Russell Schwartz www.browardschools.com/novablancheforman 3521 SW Davie Rd., Davie 33314 PH: 754-323-6600, FAX: 754-323-6640 HOURS: 9:30am - 3:30pm BEFORE CARE: 7:00am - 9:00am AFTERCARE: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

NOVA EISENHOWER ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: Angine Tyghter www.browardschools.com/novaeisenhower 6501 SW 39th St., Davie 33314 PH: 754-323-6650, FAX: 754-323-6690 HOURS: 9:30am - 3:30pm BEFORE CARE: 7:00am - 9:00am AFTERCARE: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

SILVER RIDGE ELEMENTARY

PRINCIPAL: John Vetter www.browardschools.com/silverridge 9100 SW 36th St., Davie 33328 PH: 754-323-7500, FAX: 754-323-7525 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:00pm AFTERCARE: 4:00pm - 6:00pm

INDIAN RIDGE MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Ian Murray www.browardschools.com/indianridge 1355 S. Nob Hill Road, Davie 33324 PH: 754-323-3300, FAX: 754-323-3385 HOURS: 9:30am - 4:00pm

PIONEER MIDDLE

PRINCIPAL: Robert Pappas www.browardschools.com/pioneer 5350 SW 90th Ave., Cooper City 33328 PH: 754-323-4100, FAX: 754-323-4185 HOURS: 9:00am - 3:30pm AFTERCARE: 3:30pm - 6:00pm

COOPER CITY HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Vera Perkovic www.browardschools.com/coopercityhigh 9401 Stirling Rd, Cooper City 33328 PH: 754-323-0200, FAX: 754-323-0330 HOURS: 7:30am - 2:30pm

NOVA HIGH

PRINCIPAL: Olayemi Awofadeju www.browardschools.com/novahigh 3600 College Avenue, Davie, FL 33314 PH: 754-323-1650, FAX: 754-323-1780 HOURS: 9:30am - 4:20pm

FRANKLIN ACADEMY CHARTER

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE PRINCIPAL: Alexandra Fox www.franklin-academy.org 6301 South Flamingo Road, Cooper City 33330 PH: (954) 780-5533, FAX: (954) 252-8147 HOURS: Elementary: 7:30am - 2:15pm Middle: 8:30am - 3:15pm

RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL AT COOPER CITY

ELEMENTARY & MIDDLE PRINCIPAL: Jackson Self www.recscoopercity.org 2800 N. Palm Avenue, Cooper City 33026 PH: 954-668-2500, FAX: 954-668-2980 GRADES K-2 HOURS: 8:00am - 2:45pm GRADES 3-5 HOURS: 8:00am - 3:05pm GRADES 6-8 HOURS: 8:00am - 3:25pm

*PRIVATE SCHOOL INFORMATION LOCATED IN ACADEMIC DIRECTORY IN SCHOOL SECTION

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t Fox Trail Elementary, we want every student to become the leader they are born to be. Fox Trail is one of two schools in Broward County that have the “Leader in Me” Program. This program was created to help every student in grades kindergarten through fifth grade become self-reliant, take responsibility, and become positive influencers. Fox Trail Student Leaders are busy throughout the year, making a difference in our school. They can be heard on the WFTN morning news communicating important information to our school family and they are the voice of our Friday phone links, imparting important information to our families at home. They serve as peer buddies and welcome new students to our campus and help them feel comfortable by answering their questions and helping foster new friendships at the monthly “Get the Scoop at Fox Trail” meetings. Our leaders present at our School Parent meetings and School Advisory Council meetings in order to ensure our families are aware of school procedures, expectations, and all the wonderful school activities such as the Robotics club, STEM special, Debate team, Debate special as well as the exciting things happening in our classrooms. They conduct the quarterly school tours for incoming students and their families and present at all of our assemblies.

elcome aboard the SS Success at Cooper City Elementary School! As you begin to embark on your journey with us, you will engage with superior crew members (teachers) who will ensure smooth sailing for our passengers (students). Your Captain, Mrs. Monica Schlosser (Principal) alongside of your Executive Officer, Mr. Silvio Pruneda (Intern Principal), will navigate our school year and plot a course of rigor and high caliber curriculum mixed in with social emotional learning so our passengers enjoy their voyage of learning! Ziggy, our Share a Pet therapy dog, helps to make our charter smooth even in the roughest of waters. Cooper City Elementary School prides itself on developing the “whole” child. We offer clubs (ECO, Robotics, Art, Chorus…) with a new addition of Debate and Drama this year. In addition, we welcome our new ASD cluster programs for one Kindergarten and one First Grade class as well. We can’t wait to meet our new little cub passengers! Art is our newest special added to our curriculum map in order to give us a true bearing towards

As leaders, our students become role models. At Fox Trail, we give students the opportunity to shine throughout the year and we do this by allowing them to lead programs such as Science Fair, Safety Leaders, Art, and Music assemblies, become Reading Buddies to younger students, serve as team captains in their classrooms and at times even teach a lesson or two. With all the challenges that we face in today’s world, the leadership program at Fox Trail has proven to be an exemplar in creating and maintaining student leaders that will shine no matter what is put in front of them. Educating today’s students to succeed in tomorrow’s world is our mission. The lessons they learn at Fox Trail will prepare them for their future. We live our theme every day “Learn Today, Lead Tomorrow!” Fox Trail Elementary is located at 1250 Nob Hill Road in Davie. Their Principal is Lynn Burgess. They can be reached at (754) 323-5800.

success. Our morning care as well as our aftercare programs receive high honors each year and promote educational activities that are fun and engaging. CCES supports our community and provides opportunities for our students to fundraise and volunteer for a variety of events within our zone. In recent years, our students and families have supported the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, The American Heart Association, Harvest Drive, Relay for Life, Wonder Pets, and the Diaper Bank, just to name a few. As we navigate towards our ports of call, we hope you will join our journey along the SS Success! Should you have any questions on embarking on our journey with us, please reach out to our office at 754-323-5200. We look forward to welcoming you and your families aboard. Cooper City Elementary is located at 5080 SW 92nd Ave. in Cooper City. Their Principal is Monia Schlosser. For more information visit their website at www. browardschools.com/coopercityelem.

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lamingo Elementary’s students are more prepared than ever to start the 20212022 school year. Some families took advantage of the district offered Summer Experience Program while other enriched their children’s lives at Flamingo Summer Academy. The program on Flamingo Elementary’s campus fought all the effects of “Summer Slide” by keeping students academically engaged during the eight week Learning through Play Summer Camp. Research shows that students who do not continue practicing academic skills for 9 weeks of summer typically experience a learning loss of approximately 20% of the previous school years learning gains. Our third through fifth grade students competed through Nationwide Dimension U Weekly Math Challenges online and placed as Top 3 Winners several times. We balanced the academic activities into a busy schedule of learning through play experiences. The students loved hands-on, project-based learning with their reading in 3rd-5th grades focusing on the Social Studies and Science concepts they were exploring weekly. Our primary students enjoyed our “Reading Buddies” program with one-onone assistance from high school volunteers who were seeking community service hours. They read books together and responded to writing prompts based on the text. These high school volunteers also helped by practicing sight word flashcards too. Summer Academy encouraged reading self-selected texts for enjoyment

and many more are going to engage our children once again. We look forward to having our parent volunteers back in the classrooms. We are excited to bring Tanakee-Kee back to its original magnitude. We can’t wait to launch our Watch DOGS program for the adult men in our community to showcase that the “Dads Of Great Students” are needed in the school, too. Academically, we are adding new staff members and intervention experts to help children that may have suffered academic losses. We are targeting reading skills through guided reading and we are looking forward to competing with other schools in Reflex Math fluency. It is going to be an exciting year at “The Ridge”, and we can’t wait to share it with our Davie community. Silver Ridge Elementary is located at 9100 SW 36th Street in Davie. Their phone number is 754-323-7500. Their Principal is Mr. John Vetter. Visit us on line at: www.browardschools.com/silverridge. Follow us on Instagram@SilverRidgePanthers, and Twitter: @SilverRidgeES. Visit our PTO at: silverridge.ptboard.com/home.

through our DEAR (Drop Everything And Read) program for all children finishing first through fifth grade. One of the most beneficial programs we have is our “Kindergarten Readiness” program where students become comfortable with our campus and staff to make sure they are ready to begin learning the first day of school. The transition from a daycare center to public school elementary campus comes with learning new procedures and we are thankful these students in our kindergarten readiness program got a jump start before the school year even began. This program also helps students master basic skills such as letter name and sound recognition which help build the foundational reading skills that set them up for success in kindergarten. We know that much of 2021 was spent with excessive screen time for children so this summer was about playing outside, hands-on learning, building personal friendships, and creating art. Our students made some amazing post-pandemic memories and adjusted very well to what is becoming the “new normal” for spending time with their peers. We look forward to extending these fun opportunities to our after-school care program for students on Flamingo Elementary’s campus in the Fall. Flamingo Elementary is located at 1130 SW 133rd Avenue in Davie. Their Principal is Philip Bullock. They can be reached at (754) 323-5700.

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ilver Ridge Elementary is proud to serve approximately 1,000 Davie families this school year. We are an amazing public school with an outstanding staff of 97 caring adults. Our reputation for being “The Best in the West” is well earned and deserved as our students perform both in and out of the classroom. Last school year, in a worldwide pandemic, our children continued academic successes and our families enjoyed camaraderie through our amazing Social Emotional lessons, our clubs and PTO. Our staff learned ways to reach children virtually to keep the joy of learning at the forefront of our vision. Our Volunteers registered hundreds of hours working virtually for our school and even on campus while taking care of the gardens and outside areas. Our PTO organized family nights from touchless participation to outdoor venues that parents and children could enjoy. We are truly thankful for the wonderful parents that support our school. This year we plan to bring back as many of our clubs as possible. Our live morning show will continue. Our Harry Potter club, environmental club, music clubs,

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he Cambridge International Program is a department of the University of Cambridge in Cambridge, England with a 150-year history of providing international exams. There are nearly a million students in over 10,000 Cambridge schools in 160 countries. Students at Nova High School can take Cambridge Advanced International Certificate of Education (AICE) courses beginning in ninth grade and earn an international diploma within a threeyear period. Students explore areas of strength and interest while taking college-level courses. Nova High offers over twenty AICE courses that include math, science (such as Environmental Management and Marine Science), technology (such as Digital Media), languages (such as English and Spanish Language), arts and humanities (such as Business, European and American History, and Travel and Tourism), and research on global issues. AICE Law is also offered as part of Nova’s Law and Public Policy innovative program. The program has a rigorous curriculum that is heavily writing-based with a strong emphasis on critical thinking, analysis, and interpretation. Cambridge’s approach encourages students to become confident in working with information and ideas – their own and those of others, responsible for themselves, responsive and respectful of others, reflective to develop their ability to learn, innovative and equipped for new and future challenges, engaged intellectually, socially, and ready to make a difference. Students can take a variety of AICE courses at Nova High that include many benefits. They earn college credit for each exam passed, which are accepted by all Florida public universities and colleges, universities across the United States, and internationally. These courses can also boost their local grade point average with two extra quality points. Students may earn a Cambridge International Diploma (by passing seven exams in different areas of study) in addition to their high school diploma. If a student earns a Cambridge diploma and completes 100 community service hours, they qualify for the highest level of the Florida Bright Futures Scholarship, the Florida Academic Scholarship. This scholarship awards 100 percent tuition to any Florida public university

riffin is always striving to be a more sustainable campus. Our school garden is one way to achieve our sustainability goals. A few years back our school received a grant to build garden beds in our environmental area. Our PE teacher, Betsy Norrell, works with all students (K-5) during her Science Fridays on growing vegetables in our garden. She attended a two-day course where she learned how to integrate garden concepts into the curriculum and how to prepare our garden bounty to introduce students to fresh vegetables, which they grew themselves. Students planted seeds, replaced soil, weeded gardens, harvested vegetables, and then were able to taste the vegetables they harvested. Working in the Griffin Garden gives our students the opportunity to learn and work out in nature, in our outdoor learning area. Students learn about soil health and water and light requirements. After their seeds sprout, they plant their seedling in our garden. Each student is encouraged to use the knowledge they gained during Science Friday instruction to help foster their seedling. Some were successful, while others were not. They were able to use this opportunity to problem solve and assess what were some of the factors that allowed some seedlings to thrive, while others

or college for up to five years and 300 dollars a semester for textbooks. Nova’s Law and Public Policy Innovative Program uniquely prepares students to solve problems and improve their community. The program begins in 9th grade and continues through 12th grade. It offers multiple courses per year that invite students to develop real-world skills that will then be applied to a community service project of their choice. Students gain knowledge and skills in seven courses over a four-year period. Courses in the Program include: Comprehensive Law (Honors), Constitutional Law (Honors), AICE Law, AICE General Paper, AICE Global Perspectives, AP Research, and AP Seminar. Students that successfully complete all Program courses and Exams will graduate with a Special Certification in Law and Public Policy that will be recognized at graduation. In the 2020-2021 school year, students in the Program have participated in several events and activities in and with our local community. Students attended a conference held by the Hispanic Bar Association. They participated in a conference with the first Hispanic Female Florida Supreme Court Justice, the Honorable Judge Barbara Lagoa. Students compete in the Broward County Mock Trial Competition. Many students conducted civic projects aimed at improving their local community including: beach clean-ups, food drives, toy drives, and 1000’s of hours volunteering throughout the county. Students in our Constitutional Law class wrote their own Legal Briefs and Orally defended against one another before professional legal scholars. Panelists for this event included Broward County Court Judges, Law Professors from Nova Southeastern University, and several practicing attorneys in the community. This upcoming year, we look forward to the Grand Opening of our state-of-the-art full-size courtroom located on our campus. This will give Nova High and Nova Middle two fully-dedicated courtrooms at our facility. Nova High School is located at 3600 College Avenue in Davie. Their Principal is Olayemi Awofadeju. They can be reached at (754) 323-1650.

withered. Also, students work the garden beds by pulling weeds to prepare for the seedlings and by filing the beds with newly purchased garden soil. All this preparation enabled them to take ownership not only of their seedlings, but their school garden. Students enjoyed watching their tiny seedlings grow into fruit bearing plants. Working in the garden bridges those connections between students and their food, using interdisciplinary instruction that includes resources from Ag in the Classroom, Gardening for Nutrition and Nutrients for Life through hands-on STEM related activities. At the end of each season each student in the school gets to taste-test each variety. In previous years they were able to try their garden-fresh carrots, tomatoes, lettuce, and kale. Last year she added Kohlrabi and Romaine lettuce. During these trying times, our students might experience the garden in a different way, but it will still be a part of our program. This year we are expanding our outdoor learning space by converting an old asphalt bike area to an additional garden area with native trees, raised beds, and compost tumblers. Griffin Elementary is located at 5350 SW 90th Avenue in Cooper City. Their Principal is Angie Moodliyar-Jones. They can be reached at (754) 323-4100.

SCHOOLS We are celebrating “International Peace Week” in September with many fun activities all promoting world peace. In October we are celebrating “Red Ribbon Week” where we all affirm that Davie Mustangs are Drug Free! We will also have our annual “Pumpkin Decorating Contest” where students will creatively decorate pumpkins and bring them them to school to show their peers and have them displayed in our beautifully renovated Media Center. We definitely have some very creative students here at Davie Elementary so we are very excited to see all of the wonderful creations! Please feel free to check out our school’s website at browardschool.com/davie for all the fun, educational activities and events that are happening at Davie Elementary. Go Mustangs!

Davie Elementary is located at 7025 SW 39th Street in Davie. They can be reached at (754) 323-5400. * Pictured above is Principal Erik Anderson who has been a Principal with Broward County Public Schools for 20 years and is currently starting his 3rd year as Principal of Davie Elementary.

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avie Elementary celebrated the beginning of the 2021/2022 school year with a fun and exciting theme to welcome its students back to campus. The theme “Passport to Success” is being incorporated throughout the school’s hallways and extra-curricular activities, including our PTO Events and Parent Nights. Due to the pandemic, our school was given funding for extra support personnel to assist students with the learning gaps that they may have from the previous year. We welcomed five new Resource teachers as well as a Math Coach to help bridge the gaps in Language Arts and Math. We also said goodbye to a few teachers who after many years of teaching at Davie Elementary, decided to retire and enjoy life after teaching. We bid a fond farewell to Ms. Fiero, Ms. Meeks and Mr. Griffin, as well as two of our long-time Teacher Assistants, Ms. Vicki and Ms. Freeman and Ms. French, our Media Clerk. Now that students returned to campus, we are able to enjoy many fun activities that are special to Davie.

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ACADEMIC DIRECTORY ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT STEM – SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING MATH

PRIVATE SCHOOLS AND PRESCHOOLS

STEM is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines – Science, technology, engineering and mathematics is a curriculum based on the idea of educating students in four specific disciplines – in an interdisciplinary and applied approach. Sessions are held each Friday at 6:00pm at the Pines Island Multipurpose Center, 3801 South Pine Island Road. (630) 337-8816.

NOB HILL ACADEMY

BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS

GREENTREE PREP CHARTER SCHOOL

BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Broward County Public Schools provides a vast selection of unique educational opportunities through magnet and innovative programs. Students in elementary, middle, and high school may discover an enriching program that sparks their interests, talents or academic pursuits. Each thematic program offers rigorous courses and real-world experiences that prepares students for college and careers. For more information, browardschools.com/innovativeprograms.

HIGH SCHOOL & GRADUATION SERVICES HERFF JONES BROWARD COUNTY / CHUCK PULERI & ASSOCIATES (954) 693-0006. 8230 West State Road 84, Davie 33324. High School Rings, Championship Rings, Caps, Gowns, Tassels, Cords, Graduation Announcements, Graduate Name Cards, Thank You Notes, Class Year Merchandise, and more. Conveniently located in the heart of Broward County on State Road 84 between Pines Island Rd. & University Dr. in Davie. Online shopping available via our website: www.HJBroward.com.

LANGUAGE COURSES DUTCH LANGUAGE Expand your child’s knowledge by learning a new language. Dutch language classes are offered at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center 3801 South Pine Island Road on Saturdays 9:00am - 1:00pm. (954) 383-6967.

CHINESE LANGUAGE Have you always wanted to learn a new language? The South Florida Chinese Cultural Arts Association offers Chinese language instruction at the Pine Island Multipurpose Center on Sundays 9:00am - 5:00pm. Contact Junkai Wang at (561) 305-3187 or visit www.ccssf.org.

Nob Hill Academy is a modern and bright state-of-the-art facility. We offer Developmental Programs, Free VPK, Afterschool Program (pick-up from area schools) and Summer & Winter camps available. Locations in Sunrise (2 locations), (954) 748-2489, Davie (954) 791-9270 and Pembroke Pines. (954) 437-3949. Greentree Prep Charter School provides learning beyond the standards for gifted and talented students and those who want to learn in a gifted learning environment. Our goal is to challenge and motivate students and help them achieve their personal best through individualized programs. Our charter school offers innovative, research-based education in a nurturing environment with a private school feel. Now accepting applications for K–8th grade students. (954) 780-8733. Located at 6301 SW160th Avenue (Dykes Rd), Southwest Ranches 33331. www.greentreeprep.com.

APPLE TREE MONTESSORI Apple Tree Montessori offers an advanced curriculum for Toddlers thru 8th grade students. Our students receive honors course credits in middle school. A true Montessori school with Certified Montessori Teachers. Small class sizes for individual attention and a proven curriculum to help students achieve high scores in SAT’s. Visit the school and see the improvements to the campus and program. Located at 6301 SW 160th Avenue (Dykes Rd) in Southwest Ranches. (954) 252-9250. www.appletreemont.com. NOW OFFERING VPK.

TUTORING DAVIE POLICE ATHLETIC LEAGUE (PAL) TUTORING Get your child the help they need with our after-school tutoring program. Our program is designed for children from third grade through eighth grade. Certified teachers and volunteers are here to assist your child with homework, questions and getting prepared for State Testing. Fee: $92.50 per quarter (Approx. 9 weeks). Classes are offered Monday thru Friday, 3:30pm – 5:30pm. (954) 321-2561 or visit www.daviepal.org.

TUTOR YOU Group tutoring for elementary and middle school students. Classes offered at the Cooper City Pool and Tennis Center, 11600 Stonebridge Pkwy. For class times, fees, and registration, contact (954) 680-4874 or visit www.DavieTutorYou.com.

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Articles inside

ACADEMIC DIRECTORY

Davie Elementary Has Your Passport to Success

Cooper City High - Cowboy Pride Remains in Full Swing

SCHOOLS DIRECTORY

Nova Eisenhower - Engaging Students with New Opportunities

FAMILY HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY........................................ 32

Children’s Services Council - Learning Happens Everywhere

SPORTS DIRECTORY ................................................................. 16

Letter from Cooper City Mayor Greg Ross

ACTIVITIES DIRECTORY ............................................................. 19

Letter from the Publisher

HOMETOWN BUSINESSES & SERVICES DIRECTORY

MID AUGUST - OCTOBER EVENTS DIRECTORY

Letter from Davie Mayor Judy Paul