DC Ranch News - May 2012

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May 2012 • Vol. 4, No.5

A publication of the DC Ranch Community Council

Area trails help residents honor nation’s observance of their importance

Photo: B. White

National Trails Day serves as a reminder that trails and preserves are a result of planning and labor. In the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, many of those efforts are undertaken by volunteers or stewards so that everyone may appreciate the wilderness that lies just beyond DC Ranch. | Page 6

“From the desk of…” . . . . . . . . 2

Theatre. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Community Updates . . . . . . . . . . 3

Around Scottsdale. . . . . . . . . . 11

Marketplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Police Week. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

DC Ranch Summer Camps . . . . . . 8

Around the Ranch. . . . . . . . . . 14

The LeVally children Eric, John, and Grace and Mark’s wife, Cynthia, support Mark’s mission and dedication. At home in their yard, they wave an Armed Forces flag in Mark’s honor and anticipation of his arrival home this month for a brief visit.

American hero takes leave in May to celebrate family

Criterium at DC Ranch. . . . . . . . . 9

Monthly Planner

It is not easy for active service men and women to make it home for special family

Monday, May 7

Ranch Association Annual Meeting 5:30 p.m. | The Homestead Community Center Friday, May 11

Starlight Concert — The Chadwicks 6:30 p.m. | Market Street Park

milestones. Country Club village resident Mark LeVally is a Lieutenant Colonel in the Special Forces on his third tour to the Middle East since 9/11. But this month, he

will be home on leave just in time to celebrate his children’s graduations, Mother’s Day and Armed Forces Day on May 19. | Page 9 Education

Saturday, May 19

Local students make the world a brighter place, one act of kindness at a time

Criterium at DC Ranch 7 a.m. | Canyon Village Wednesday, May 23

Last Day of Classes Copper Ridge School

Community Calendar Pg. 7

Copper Ridge students carry on legacy of Columbine victim with Rachel’s Challenge and set off a chain reaction of kindness. | Page 5

Community Connections

Resident with song in her heart also keeps academics on course Desert Parks village resident Dr. Christina Novak always knew music would be a part of her life. She was right. As chair of the music department at Scottsdale Community College, she invites residents to SCC’s musical performance offerings. | Page 12

Photo: Krista Hinz

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From the Desk of David O’Donoghue: Silverleaf inspired by true leadership

May 2012 • Vol. 4, No. 5

Ranch News is a non-for-profit newspaper published monthly by the DC Ranch Community Council to share timely and relevant information with residents.

The publication seeks to build community by connecting neighbors through stories and pictures and to offer a product valuable to advertisers. Ranch News celebrates and perpetuates the values of the DC Ranch community.

Community Engagement Director | Kimberly Crowther Miller Public Relations Manager | Anne Driscoll Communications Coordinators | Krista Hinz & Elizabeth Dankert Phone: 480.585.1641 E-mail: communications.team@dcranch.com Web site: www.dcranch.com Published by

Publisher | Rick McCartney Photo: Silverleaf Club

This year marks Silverleaf’s 10-year anniversary. The Club commemorated the significant milestone in March with a week-long program of events that were celebrated with everyone who has made Silverleaf the community it is today.

While every event was successful, I was particularly struck by the luncheon with Captain Mark Kelly, retired American astronaut, U.S. Navy Captain, naval aviator, cancer survivor, best-selling author and husband to former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.

There were many inspirational themes in his discussion but a few really resonated with me including: perseverance and courage; importance of clear communication; and passion for service. Kelly admitted he was not the most talented pilot in the Navy, nearly failing out of the program and he was encouraged by his instructors to pursue another career. Kelly instead continued to practice harder and longer than any others and compensated for his lack of inherent piloting skills with his leadership and courage. This early career experience would one day lead Kelly to space as the Captain for the last shuttle mission of NASA’s Endeavor.

David O’Donoghue is General Manager of Kelly also emphasized the need for clear communication with Silverleaf Club everyone on the team. He recounted a time he accidentally flew over prohibited air space and did not communicate this to his ground support team which enabled bomber planes to strike down his aircraft. He quickly learned from that near death experience that even when the job requires quick decision making, you cannot neglect to clearly communicate that decision to others.

It is evident that both Kelly and his wife share a passion for service. Kelly for serving to protect the safety and well being of his country and Giffords for public service and people. Kelly’s inspirational points are ones I can apply at Silverleaf. As the general manager, I’m encouraged to strive for greatness, foster clear communication, use smart decision making and to always put service first at Silverleaf and in the greater community.

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Longtime DMB executive named president of the company

Public Relations Manager Anne Driscoll departs DC Ranch

DMB Associates, Inc., the developer of DC Ranch, recently named longtime DMB executive Charley Freericks president of the company. For the past 14 years, Freericks has served DMB in a number of roles, from his start as the General Manager of DC Ranch, to various executive assignments, and most recently his leadership of DMB Commercial. DMB is positioning its team for the development of Eastmark at the former GM Proving Grounds and the reemergence of development throughout its Arizona portfolio.

DC Ranch Community Council Public Relations Manager Anne Driscoll recently resigned to be a stay-at-home mom after almost five years of service. Driscoll was integral to the production of Ranch News, led media relations for the community’s two public athletic philanthropic lifestyle events, and assisted in telling the DC Ranch story to a larger audience for the benefit of the community. Her dedication to DC Ranch will be missed. Please join us in wishing the Driscoll family the very best.

Ranch Association approves submittal of Verizon plans to City At the March 5 board of directors meeting, the board took action to add Resolution 70-604 to the 2012 election ballot for membership approval. It also approved Verizon Wireless to submit their faux saguaro plans to the City of Scottsdale; approved a new insurance carrier, Gaudio Insurance Group; and granted a driveway easement for lot 2125. All meeting minutes are available on DCRanch.com after they are approved by the board.

Snakes can be removed by Community Patrol

With warmer weather approaching, snakes are out. Please keep doors closed, especially garage doors. Scan your area when you walk anywhere, take time to look and listen. This will help to keep you out of harm’s way. If you see a snake on your property, call the West Gate at 480.473.7362. The DC Ranch community patrol team has trained snake wranglers and will gladly remove the reptile.

Food Circle continues through summer

Resident Karen Ginsburg, who leads the Food Circle program, reminds residents that if they leave for the summer, or move away, they can bring their nonperishable food items and/or household goods to Desert Camp Community Center for donation on behalf of DC Ranch to the Foothills Food Bank.

Going to be gone for a while?

Turn off water supply

The Ranch Association recommends shutting down your home’s water supply if you will be away from your home for a prolonged period of time. This will avert flood damage in the event pipes or other plumbing equipment leak or burst. If landscape irrigation comes from the same line, arrange for a bypass valve to be installed.

Malloy, who was elected to the Ranch Association board April 2, has been a Silverleaf resident since December of 2010. Malloy is a retired firefighter and paramedic who plans to help the Association focus on enhanced safety and security. He has a strong passion for making DC Ranch an even more family-friendly community.

Spotlight On: Ranch Association Annual Meeting recap

On April 2, the Ranch Association held its Annual Meeting, where residents were provided with a 2011 association recap and 2012 plan. It also served as a forum for board elections. This year board members Shawn Seaton, Joe McGarr and Nadia Mustafa were up for reelection, and all three ran to fill those seats.

Terry Malloy and Michael Kupanof also competed for a Ranch Association board seat. The quorum and election results were obtained smoothly thanks to an increased number of neighborhood voting members and ballot scanners. The election results indicate residents are comfortable with the Association’s operation as they re-elected both Shawn Seaton and Joe McGarr.

Terry Malloy was elected to the board to replace Nadia Mustafa. All three board members will serve a two-year term. Board officers will be elected at the May 7 board meeting.

During the meeting residents requested information about the expansion of WestWorld, timelines for the additional bridges on Thompson Peak Parkway and Legacy Boulevard. Other concerns included current flight paths for Scottsdale Airport, and lighting concerns with the addtional tennis courts near Copper Ridge School. The Ranch Association will feature future Ranch News spotlight articles on these topics to provide a better understanding to residents.

The Ranch Association team thanks all residents who attended the Annual Meeting and those who volunteer their time for the community.

Staff anniversaries

The following DC Ranch team members celebrate an anniversary in May. Please join us in thanking them for their service to DC Ranch.

Community Council Jan Baratta, 11 years, Design Review Manager Ranch Association Roberto Lopez Soto, 5 years, Landscape Team Sergio Soto, 11 years, Landscape Team

Photo: Veronica Aguilar

Proposed cell tower construction at Copper Ridge halted

Scottsdale Unified School District had a meeting on April 9 with Copper Ridge School parents regarding the construction of a cell phone tower. At the meeting, Dr. Jeff Thomas, associate superintendent of SUSD; Marv Wessel, CEO of Global RF Solution; and Danielle Waechter, Zoning Manager for Sprint, listened to parents’ concerns and feedback. Having considered the parents’ input, SUSD has decided to temporarily halt the construction of the cell phone tower. SUSD said that a letter summarizing the outcome of the meeting would be sent home with students.

Community crime log

The crime report log for March 3 – April 10 included a residential burglary at Desert Camp village.

Memorial Day office hours for DC Ranch facilities

In observance of Memorial Day on Monday, May 28, The Ranch Offices on Market Street will be closed. Desert Camp Community Center will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day. The Homestead will be closed. Residents will have key-fob access to the restrooms at The Homestead. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29.

Contact information

Community Council: 480.513.1500 Community Centers Desert Camp: 480.342.7178 The Homestead: 480.585.1641 Ranch Association: 480.513.1500 Landscape & Maintenance: 480.585.8654 Community Patrol Country Club & Desert Camp Villages: 480.338.8477 Silverleaf & Desert Parks Villages: 480.338.8478 Covenant Commission: 480.563.3284

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What inspired you to locate your business in DC Ranch Crossing?

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Copper Ridge students start a chain reaction of kindness

By Nicole Fornabaio | Copper Ridge 8 th grade student

As unusual as it might sound, it is not out of the ordinary to find Copper Ridge students wrapped up in paper chains on any given day of the school week. And it is all because of one brave girl who perished in the 1998 shooting rampage at Columbine High School.

The paper chains are the result of efforts of the FOR Club, a new program added this year at Copper Ridge School that is helmed by seventh and eighth graders.

FOR (Friends of Rachel) is a club that prevents bullying and encourages kids to be kind to others. It is an idea inspired by the late Rachel Joy Scott, who was the first victim in the Columbine shootings. In her short life, Scott consistently promoted kindness to others, especially her fellow classmates. Her dream was to change the world. Scott’s family started Rachel’s Challenge in hopes of starting a chain reaction, which is an idea that was rooted in a journal entry of the girl, who had written in her diary shortly before her death “My Ethics, My Code of Life,” which referred to her own theory of the chain reaction of kindness.

That hope is alive at Copper Ridge, literally, in the chains of paper strips of every color on which random acts of kindness are recorded and added on to a series of good deeds that the chain chronicles.

Every middle school classroom has slips of paper on which students or teachers can write down when they observe a random act of kindness. At the end of the year, every middle school classroom’s chains will be combined into one chain. The goal is to get an extremely long chain full of random acts of kindness.

FOR club members also help at events that take place at Copper Ridge School, such as the All-Star Fun Run and Field Day that occurred in the spring. The FOR club is also designing shirts for students and decorating posters to hang around campus to encourage kindness.

The positive impact of FOR Club inspiration Rachel Scott is evident in a lot of students, many of whom never imagined they would have been touched by the tragic story of a girl who died before they were born. When the FOR Club was introduced at a school assembly, students were told about Rachel Scott, who had had a fight with her brother the morning of the shootings. Even just the idea of losing a loved on a sour note inspired students.

“I am going to be nicer to my sister,” said one young boy. “And show her how much I love her.”

According to learning resource center teacher Diana Reed, who co-leads the club with guidance counselor Jane Wilkens, the program has been an effective tool of social change.

“The FOR Club has made a difference by bringing to light issues that might have otherwise gone unnoticed,” said Reed.

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National Trails Day celebrates community service. MSC honors stewards like these who devote their time to keeping the Preserve beautiful.

Get ready to celebrate National Trails Day with McDowell Sonoran Conservancy

By Jace McKeighan | DC Ranch resident and MSC steward

June 2 is National Trails Day, a celebration of trails that evolved from President Ronald Reagan’s Commission on Americans Outdoors. In 1987, the Commission’s Report recommended that all Americans be able to go out their front doors and, within 15 minutes, be on trails that wind through their cities or towns.

National Trails Day also serves as a reminder that trails and preserves do not just magically appear for our enjoyment, but are instead a direct result of uncountable hours of effort in planning and labor. In regards to the McDowell Sonoran Preserve, many of those efforts are undertaken by volunteers or stewards so that everyone may appreciate the wilderness that lies just beyond DC Ranch.

This year, in celebration of National Trails Day, MSC will partner with REI for a community service project within the Preserve. The public is invited to participate in the project and to stay for family games and activities. Treats will be provided for people and their pets.

To fully enjoy the Preserve it is also crucial to remember how to safely enjoy it.

Staying hydrated is key as temperatures rise. The desert can be an unforgiving environment in the summer. Pre-hydrate by drinking one to two liters in the hour or two before your hike. On the trail drink before you are thirsty. For every hour you hike, you should drink a half-liter to one liter of water. Remember to eat a little and drink a lot every 30 minutes. Proper hiking attire is also important. Wear a hat and sunscreen to protect yourself from the heat and the rays of the sun. Do not overdo it.

If you are winded or struggling, you may be pushing yourself too hard. Take regular breaks. If you can talk while you are hiking, you are hiking at an appropriNational Trails Day ate speed. Be attentive to symptoms June 2 | 8 a.m. of heat exhaustion and heat stroke To participate in a community service including elevated heart rate, feeling project focusing on the Preserve, cool and clammy, dizziness or nausea, meet at the Gateway Trailhead. cramping, and disorientation. If you Enjoy refreshments, games and experience any of these symptoms, find entertainment provided by MSC. shade, hydrate, make a wet compress, and rest. If symptoms worsen, call 911.

The McDowell Sonoran Conservancy champions the sustainability of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve for the benefit of this and future generations. As stewards, we connect the community to the Preserve through education, research, advocacy, partnerships and safe, respectful access.

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Events:

The following is a list of events and activities at DC Ranch this month. Some activities and events may have a fee or admission. Please see DCRanch.com for more information and an up-to-date calendar of activities.

Adult Social Clubs & Activities Social Bridge Wednesdays | 12:30 to 4 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.513.6296

Poker Tuesdays | 1 to 3 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.4513

Intermediate & Duplicate Bridge Tuesdays | 1 to 4 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.4699

Basics Yoga Tuesdays & Thursdays through May 3 9 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.818.3232

Zumba Thursdays through May 10 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3585

Child, Youth & Teen Activities Mondays with Mommy Mondays | 9:30 to 10:30 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3544

Kindermusik (ages birth-4) Wednesdays through May 9 9 a.m. to Noon Desert Camp Community Center 480.794.0222

Storytime at DC Ranch Thursdays | 9:30 to 10 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3583

Little Kicks Soccer (ages 3-5) Thursdays | 4 to 4:45 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.7684

Little Dribblers Basketball (ages 3-5) Mondays | 4 to 4:45 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.7684

Junior Dribblers Basketball (ages 5-7) Mondays | 5 to 5:45 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.585.7684

Little Fins Swim Lessons Mondays and Wednesdays | 10 a.m. to Noon Desert Camp Community Center 480.585.7684

DC Ranch Swim Team Mondays and Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m.

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Children’s Dance Class Wednesdays | 10 to 10:45 a.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.628.0881

TGIF Little Wranglers Friday, May 11 | 6 to 8:30 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178

TGIF Tween Night Friday, May 11 | 6 to 9 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.342.7178

Community Meetings Ranch Association Board of Directors Monday, May 7 | 5:30 to 7 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.419.5308

Modification Committee Tuesday, May 8 | 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Ranch Offices on Market Street 480.419.5308

Modification Committee Tuesday, May 22 | 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

The Ranch Offices on Market Street 480.419.5308

Community Council Board of Directors Thursday, May 24 | 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.419.5303

Passport to Art

Jake Fischer Thursday, May 3 | 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Desert Camp community Center 480.342.7178 Free Local artist Jake Fischer is an MFA candidate in the Arizona State University Drawing and Painting program.

His work is primarily two-dimensional and he uses traditional media including charcoal and oil. Fischer’s work has shown throughout Arizona including exhibitions in Phoenix and Flagstaff. His current work deals with a relationship between tangible and intangible aspects of everyday experience. Wine, beer and light appetizers will be offered.

Community Events & Activities Trailblazer Breakfasts Thursdays | 8 to 10 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center The Homestead Community Center 480.342.7178

Night Run

Saturday, May 12 | 5:30 to 10 p.m.

Downtown Scottsdale TheNightRun.com

Starlight Concert featuring The Chadwicks

8K course returns to the Valley after a three year hiatus.

Runners will wind through Old Town Scottsdale for run after dark.

Friday, May 11 | 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Market Street Park 480.342.7178

DC Ranch Film Club

Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast, Jr.” May 17-19 | 6:30 p.m.

May 20 | 3 p.m.

The Homestead Community Center 480.538.3542

Criterium at DC Ranch Saturday, May 19 | 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

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Film: “Bully” (view on your own before club meeting) Guest Speaker: Dr. Dana Sherman Thursday, May 17 | 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center 480.342.7178 “Bully” examines the consequences of bullying through the testimony of strong and courageous youth. Through the power of their stories, the film aims to be a catalyst for change in the way society deals with bullying as a whole. The Film Club featured speaker is Dr. Dana Sherman a psychologist, former executive director of the Scottsdale Prevention Institute, and well-known expert on the subject of bullying. Dr. Sherman will share insights on the subject of bullying and its prevalence in the local community.

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DC Ranch Summer Camps From sports to theatre, and one-day activities to week-long programs, a variety of camps are guaranteed to keep your child busy all summer long.

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For athletic activities contact Simply Sports at 480.585.7684 or info@simplysports.org.

Little Fins Swim Lessons May 7-Aug. 22 Ages 12 months and older Mondays and Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 4 to 6 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center $125 per 4-week session (May & June) $145 per 5-week session (July & August) Little Fins offers an array of challenging classes that will bring a lifetime of water fun to your child.

DC Ranch/Grayhawk Swim Team May 7 -Aug. 22 Ages 5-12 Mondays and Wednesdays | 6 to 8 p.m.

Desert Camp Community Center $105 per 4-week session (May and June) $125 per 5-week session (July and August) DC Ranch swim team is a competitive group that builds stroke development, strength, and endurance. Your child will learn the dynamics of competing by attending training sessions and recreational swim meets with other neighborhood teams.

Community camps and programs Kindermusik June 1-29 Birth to 16 months Fridays | 9 to 11:45 a.m.

Desert Camp Community Center $90 Join Patti Kruse to help your child develop a life-long love for music. She’ll teach your child how singing, dancing, reading, listening and making music together can nurture your young child’s developing mind and body. Contact Patti Kruse at 480.794.0222 or patti.kruse@newcovenantaz.org.

Desert Kids Camp June 4 – Aug. 3 (no camp July 2-6) Ages 5-13 Monday – Friday | 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

(12:30 p.m. half day) Desert Camp Community Center $130 half day/$180 full day (per week) $45 half day drop-in/$55 full day drop-in This camp is designed to combine a variety of traditional sports and integrate

The Country Club at DC Ranch Summer Camps Session 1: June 4-22 Session 1: July 9-27 Ages 4 ½-12 Monday – Friday | 8:15 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Weekly Rate until May 18: $275 for members, $325 for member sponsored guests Weekly Rate after May 18: $300 for members, $340 for member sponsored guests. Daily Rate: $60 for members, $75 for member sponsored guests Kids can enjoy tennis, golf, art, cooking, and swimming. Contact Cheri Farias at 480.342.7201 or cfarias@ccdcranch.com.

The Village Health Club & Spa Summer Camps May 29-Aug. 3 Ages 5-12 Monday – Friday | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Enjoy sports, active games, field trips and much more. Contact Christy Birch at 480.502.8844 or cbirch@dmbclubs.com.

Ice Den Cool Camps June 11 – Aug. 3 Ages 5-14 Monday-Friday | 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $200-$349 Ice skating, games, indoor sports, arts and crafts and more. 1-week half- or full-day sessions Contact Ice Den at 480.473.5825 or icedencoolcamps.com for information.

On-Track Tutoring Summer Scholars June 4-Aug. 2 High school students Monday – Thursday | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Workshops for Youth and Families

For youth programs, contact Workshops for Youth and Families at 480.245.9724 or info@worksopsaz.org. Programs are held at The Homestead Community Center.

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on your own,” Cynthia said. “Although I think it is much harder on Mark because he often misses milestones.”

For example, their daughter Grace will head to Gonzaga University in Spokane, Wash., for college in fall, and he won’t be there to send her off.

However, at the end of this month, Mark will take leave and come home to see Grace graduate from Notre Dame Prep and their son, John, graduate from eighth grade.

Despite not physically having their dad around, Cynthia knows their children wholeheartedly support him.

“The kids are incredibly proud of him,” she said. “They completely believe in Mark and his mission.”

Cynthia appreciates that Mark is coming home in mid-May for Armed Forces Day and she encourages the community and Americans to support our nation’s heroes every day.

“I am grateful for every day that our children are safe,” she said. “I encourage all people to be thankful to our troops who serve to protect us.”

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DC Ranch resident Mark LeVally has served in the military for 28 years. He is currently stationed in Afghanistan as part of the Village Stability Operations (VSO) program that places Special Operations Forces in rural communities to create stability, enhance security, ensure good governance, and oversee development. This special operations group works directly with Afghan Local Police, a defensive local security force that helps protect communities and provide small-scale, community watch policing in their own village.

For many couples, long distance is enough to drive them apart, but Mark’s wife Cynthia says the LeVally family keeps in touch almost daily.

“We have more contact then people realize,” she said. “Skyping is not allowed, in order to protect us from seeing potentially classified areas of the base in Kabul where he stationed. But Mark sends us emails and calls almost every day.”

Within the emails, Mark often sends photos with the Afghani Mountains as the backdrop, many of which, according to Cynthia, resemble their own Scottsdale backyard.

“Many photos of the terrain look identical to the McDowell’s,” she said. “I was surprised at how beautiful parts of that country are and I am grateful for the resemblance so Mark is easily reminded of home.”

While LeVally is away, it is up to Cynthia to keep the peace on the Scottsdale home front. The couple, who have three children Grace, Eric, and John, agree that the most difficult part about Mark’s overseas tours are when he misses important family moments and memories-in-the-making.

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“Children can glean many benefits from participating in the Dance Ensemble,” said Nielson. “There is a great sense of accomplishment, when after all the hard work, a piece is finished. Friendships are made as dancers learn, work, and perform together. Physical fitness improves and dancers don’t even know it because they are having so much fun. Team-building happens and responsibility is increased as dancers practice together again and again.”

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Under a renewed vision for The Homestead Playhouse, every youth who wants to be part of the act can have a place on stage, even if they are not cast in Playhouse productions. A dance Ensemble allows opportunity for all.

During rehearsal for productions, the Ensemble meets weekly and there are no auditions to participate. For the spring production “Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Jr.,” 18 children aged 6 to 13 are learning two dance numbers from the show to perform with the cast in all performances. During the song “Be Our Guest,” for example, Ensemble members will play the roles of plates and forks, dancing alongside the other cast members.

“The Ensemble is a great opportunity for kids who have not been part of the Playhouse to get involved,” said Arts and Theatre Coordinator Molly Kurtz. “We hope that it will encourage young actors and give them confidence to audition for future Playhouse productions.”

Dance Ensemble was created to give more children the opportunity to be a part of The Homestead Playhouse and have performance opportunities. While cast members are required to rehearse four to six hours a week, Dance Ensemble members are required for only one hour of rehearsal, one time a week.

The Ensemble is directed by DC Ranch resident and professional dancer Erin Hatch Nielson, for whom the opportunity is unique and fun.

“I have found that I am connected to the dancers and their families in all kinds

of ways,” said Nielson. “I am seeing dance ensemble members at my own children’s school, at the park, at church, at the Desert Camp Pool, and at the grocery store. I get that ‘It’s a Small World After All’ kind of vibe. It’s a great feeling.”

Nielson is an accomplished dancer and brings her wealth of experience to rehearsals.

“I have taught dance for more than 15 years to dancers of all ages and abilities and in all kinds of spaces,” said Nielson.

“I have had great performing opportunities from Super Bowl XXX to ‘Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat’ to Miss Arizona to flash mobs. I love dance, music, and children. Being the choreographer of Dance Ensemble allows me to enjoy all three.”

The idea that dancing can build community and self-esteem is one that Nielson embraces.

“The biggest benefit comes when the dancers finally perform. I can see how much fun the dancers are having when they are performing: their eyes light up, their backs are straighter, and they are grinning from ear to ear.”

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Get ready for summer travel – city offers passport services Traveling abroad? The city’s Customer Service office, located at One Civic Center, 7447 E. Indian School Rd., accepts passport applications. Passport services are available from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesdays and 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. other weekdays. For more information about passport services, call 480.312.7277.

Electronics Recycling Day is May 5

Plug into Electronics Recycling Day. Scottsdale residents can recycle unwanted electronics from 7:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, May 5, at the city’s Corporation Yard, 9191 E. San Salvador. Items accepted include computer, office and entertainment equipment. For a complete list of acceptable items call 480.312.5600.

Mighty Mud Mania seeks volunteers

It’s cool. It’s gooey. And it needs your help. Volunteers are needed for Mighty Mud Mania, from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9, at Chaparral Park, 5401 N. Hayden Rd. Muddy and not-so- muddy jobs available. You must be 15 years old to volunteer. The deadline is May 18. For more information or to register, call 480.312.0221.

Summer Concert Series at McCormick Stillman Railroad Park begins May 6

McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park is the place to be for free concerts every Sunday from 7:30 to 9 p.m. beginning May 6 and running through July 8. Bring a blanket or chair to hear a variety of favorite local bands. Train and carousel rides are available throughout all concerts. Food will also be available for purchase. Call for more information 480.312.2312.

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Are you a neighborhood leader or an association member? Did you know that you can register to receive information about projects and issues affecting your neighborhood? The Neighborhood Notification Program enhances communication between your neighborhood and the city and more importantly, between you and your neighbors. Get more information and a registration form by calling 480.312.3111.

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Watch tennis players compete in Scottsdale this May for a chance to play in the US Open. Scottsdale Ranch Park will host the USTA’s Southwest U.S. Open National Playoff Championship for the second year in a row May 19 –21. Playoffs include both men’s and women’s singles and mixed doubles. The USTA created the playoffs to expand the footprint of the US Open to cities nationwide by providing the opportunity for all players 14 years and older to earn a berth into the tournament. Scottsdale Ranch Park is located at 10400 E Via Linda. For more information, call 480.289.2351.

Most city offices closed May 28 for Memorial Day

Although most city offices will be closed Monday, May 28, for Memorial Day, the city will still pick up your trash. Place your container in the usual collection spot by 5 a.m. the morning of collection or the evening before.

Veteran’s groups will commemorate Memorial Day May 28

Residents are invited to commemorate Memorial Day on Monday, May 28, at the Chaplain Statue at Scottsdale City Hall, 3939 N. Drinkwater Blvd. Mayor Lane will provide the keynote remarks at the event which is hosted by various veterans’ associations. For event time and more information, call 480.941.9849.

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Resident leads Music Department at Scottsdale Community College Since she was 6-years old, Desert Parks village resident Dr. Christina Novak knew music would be a part of her life. The Pennsylvania native grew up singing and playing piano with a natural affinity for performing, but after receiving a degree in piano performance and music theory from Pennsylvania State University, Novak discovered she found more joy in teaching than being on stage.

“I fell in love with teaching and realized I wanted to do so at the collegiate level,” she said. “For me, performing music did not come close to fulfilling me like teaching music.”

Novak pursued her education study at Arizona State University, where she received a master’s in music theory and a doctorate in musical arts. Since she

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began her career as an educator, Novak has instilled thousands of students with an equal passion for the art of music.

“What I love most is seeing students progress,” she said. “But the greatest reward is seeing my students years later that have gone on to become music educators.”

In her role as the Music Department Chair at Scottsdale Community College Novak oversees 1,400 students and 45 staff and faculty each semester. The two-year program offers courses in music education, music therapy, composition, performance, electronic music, studio recording and music business.

Remaining true to her love of teaching, Novak is also a professor of piano and music theory classes.

“When you love what you do, you feel fulfilled,” she said. “I feel lucky to be in the profession I am in because I go to work every day and enjoy it.”

Although many arts education budget cuts are common in public schools throughout the country, Novak said SCC’s music department has grown, which she in part credits the down economy.

“Thankfully there have been no dramatic effects on SCC’s music program,” she said. “Our department has grown by 7 percent over the last five years and I believe it is because people are coming back to school to continue or complete their degrees.”

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“We have students as young as 8-years old take advantage of private lessons,” Dr. Novak said. “It’s the perfect summer activity for kids and adults not only to learn about music, but to receive college elective credits for a quarter of the cost of university tuition.”

Piano is where her love of music began. “Now it’s my job to inspire students to love music equally.”

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There’s a new commander in town DC Ranch police station helmed by 28-year veteran

By Anne Driscoll | Community Council In October 2011, the police station located at the south end of Market Street welcomed a new leader when Commander Wilton retired from District 4. In honor of National Police Michael Rosenberger Week, Ranch News asked a few questions of the area’s new top officer, Commander Michael Rosenberger, whose responsibility is to set broad goals and objectives and ensure that the more than 70 officers, aides and volunteers who work in the DC Ranch area have all of the tools and resources to effectively and efficiently deliver police service.

What was your position in the police force prior serving as Commander of District 4?

I have been with the department for 28 years. Eight of those were as Commander for three units: our Special Operations Division, which included our traffic section as well as the bicycle unit, mounted unit, and jail operations; detective functions; and the Via Linda station.

What are some of your observations about the DC Ranch community?

I’m impressed how invested our community is in the safety and well-being of our neighborhoods and their

strong desire to work closely with their Police Department to make this very safe community even safer.

How do you stay connected with those you serve?

Through developing relationships and communicating.

One of the first persons I met after assuming command of District 4 was DC Ranch Chief of Security Mark Wright.

We met to discuss our partnership moving forward as it relates to DC Ranch. I am available to all District 4 residents and I publish a monthly newsletter to keep residents informed.

What are some of the safety issues of DC Ranch?

How are these addressed by your staff?

DC Ranch is a very safe community. If I had to name our most pressing crime in District 4, it is property crime like residential burglary, theft from vehicles, and theft in general. Almost half of all residential burglaries are “unforced,” meaning the burglars had an easy time gaining entry because a door or window was left unsecured. We need all of our residents to assist us by taking basic steps to secure their property. Lock your home and vehicle, set you alarms, and keep valuables out of plain sight to greatly minimize your chances of being victimized. We have an active crime prevention office led by Officer Jason Glenn. And Officer Tony Jones works the “beat” that includes DC Ranch.

What activities are planned for National Police Week?

Members of our department participate each year in National Police Week activities of in Washington, D.C., including the Police Unity Tour, which is a bicycle riding event to raise awareness for officers killed in the line of duty and to raise money for the Peace Officer Memorial and Museum. We also participate in a memorial event that takes place the first Monday in May at the Arizona Peace Officer Memorial in downtown Phoenix, where agencies from across the state gather to remember and honor Arizona officers who made the ultimate sacrifice.

What do you want DC Ranch residents to know about you, their police station and safety in north Scottsdale?

Know who your neighbors are and look out for each other’s interests. Actively report any suspicious activity immediately to us. Get involved in block watch and other community events. Even join us on a ride-along with an officer to see firsthand how we police your neighborhoods. Take comfort in the knowledge that we have a highly dedicated and professional police force serving District 4. And any success that we hope to sustain in crime prevention can only be realized through strong collaborative partnerships between the Police Department and the community. We want to earn the respect of those we serve.

Commander Rosenberger can be reached at 480.312.8803. His monthly newsletter is available online at scottsdaleaz.gov/Police/events/districtnews/D4.

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Around the Ranch 1. In The Homestead Playhouse’s production of “HOLES” that ran at Copper Ridge School from March 28-30, the boys at Camp Green Lake watch a cloud pass, hoping it will relieve them from the hot sun. Actors left to right: Ryan O’Hara, as Magnet; Eric Flayton, as X-ray; John Montell, as Stanley; Meghan Sloan, as ZigZag; Ansel Averitte, as Armpit, and Ryan Storto, as Zero. Photo: Gary Ward, GMan Studios 2. In honor of Silverleaf’s 10-year anniversary, about 70 guests enjoyed the club’s “Endeavour to Succeed Luncheon” in the Silverleaf Member Courtyard on March 22. The event featured a book signing and presentation by Captain Mark Kelly. The American astronaut, who usually speaks in front of crowds of more than 5,000, shared stories about his wife, former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, and his Air Force, NASA and space experiences. Photo: Keith Pitts

3. Silverleaf members and residents Ross and Alex Weisman were among the 70 guests who celebrated Silverleaf’s 10th anniversary on March 22 with Capt. Mark Kelly. Photo: Keith Pitts 4. Captain Mark Kelly signed books for Silverleaf members. His best-selling book “Gabby” discusses life after his wife, Gabrielle Giffords, survived the tragic shooting in Tucson on Jan. 8, 2011. Photo: Keith Pitts 5. Residents enjoyed a wildflower walk led by Landscape Manager Gary Whitener on March 31. Whitener guided resi-

dents along the paths and trails system throughout Desert Camp village, where wildflowers flourish, and described the flora of the area. Photo: Brandon Curtis 6. The Community Council’s own Jeffrey James Ortagus played the Easter Bunny at Eggstravaganza on April 7 at Desert Camp Community Center. The event was attended by almost 1,000 people. Photo: Gary Ward, GMan Studios

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7. The Eberle family took a break from Eggstravaganza activities to enjoy refreshments on the east event lawn at Desert Camp Community Center. Photo: Gary Ward, GMan Studios

8. DC Ranch residents Megan Creecy, Stephen Herman and Sophie attended Bark in the Park on April 14 at Desert Camp Community Center. Sophie competed in several of the event’s 20 dog contests and won the Best Tail Wagger Award. Photo: Elizabeth Dankert

9. Kristen Coons, Frank Vass and Cocoa Puff braved the chilly weather for Bark in the Park on April 14. Cocoa Puff was the winner of the event’s Facebook photo contest and, despite her tiny size, won the Mighty Mite Award for having the biggest personality. Photo: Elizabeth Dankert 10. About 200 people enjoyed a free Starlight Concert in Market Street Park on Friday, April 13. Concert goers can bring lawn chairs, picnics, beverages and anything else to make their evening enjoyable. Photo: Krista Hinz

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