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Federal Way High School doors set to swing open in Summer BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

Students and teachers at Federal Way High School will begin their last semester in portables next week. That’s because district officials estimate classrooms in the new school will be complete by this summer. “Come this summer, when students stop coming to school for the most part, we will move out of those portables and start moving into the building itself,” said Jason Nelson, the project manager of maintenance and operations for the Federal Way High School rebuild. “And then the portables will go away over the summer and [we’ll] start demoing that area over the summer.” Nelson recently presented a construction status update to the Federal Way Public Schools Board of Directors at their meeting on Tuesday. Since work on the new school began in August 2014, students have moved into classroom portables. The south end of the high school and the Kenneth Jones Pool

Nurses return from Africa Mercy hospital ship BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

riven by a desire to help others, two Federal Way nurses decided to pack up, leave their homes for a month and board a ship docked off the coast of Madagascar, Africa. They spent one month there before returning home on Jan. 25. Theresa Cheung and Anne Turner were among 400 volunteers from 45 countries onboard the largest private hospital ship, the Africa Mercy, a vessel with Mercy Ships. “I saw the ‘60 Minutes’ presentation of what Mercy Ships did and I’m No. 1 a Christian and No. 2 a nurse,” Turner said. “It seemed to be a perfect match for me.” At age 63, her most recent trip marks her second voyage on Mercy Ships. “It was

were demolished and construction of the new common space is underway (the steel beams, which can be seen from the Pacific Highway South). Crews have installed air barrier windows and sheetrock in the southwest wing on the first and second floors. Nelson said there’s also brick going up on the south side of the building near South 308th Street. “A lot has taken place in the last few months since I gave the last report,” Nelson told the school board. In the coming months, framing will continue along Pacific Highway South, metal panels and masonry will progress and installation of all interior utility “rough-in,” such as plumbing and electrical work, will be done along with more sheetrock in the interior and work on the egg-shaped theater. While many heads are turned to what the new building will look like, Nelson said they haven’t forgotten about preserving the original building. “One of the things about a school as old as Federal Way is there’s a lot of historical features that we would like to bring forsomething I could do and be of service to people who don’t have access to health care,” she said. “I loved it so much and decided to go back.” This time around, she brought former colleague Cheung. The two had worked together at St. Francis Hospital as nurses for more than 20 years before Cheung, 66, retired. Cheung had also seen the “60 Minutes” episode. “I was a little bit anxious because I didn’t know what to expect, but the desire was strong,” Cheung said. “I felt I had to do it.” Cheung and Turner were both operating room nurses who worked on cleft lips, facial or neck tumors and burn victims who were suffering from contractures, a condition where scar tissue and muscle becomes stiff and can lead to deformities. “One of the big things is people cook on open fire there, small children get bumped and fall into the fire and the way that burns heal, without having help from medical people, is the skin contracts,” Turner said. Turner recalled a 6-year-old girl whose ear touched her shoulder from a contracture. She had arrived at Africa Mercy after being turned away from a local hospital because she didn’t have the funds to pay for treatment. Not only was she disfigured, but she had an infection. The girl’s treatment involved graft[ more SHIP page 16 ]

Construction crews will wrap up work by the end of the school year and school staff will move into the new building after the last day of school. Left is a graphic of the finished school. COURTESY PHOTO ward,” he said, adding that the district got together with stakeholders in the community, teachers and students to go over important features they wanted to preserve in the new building. A particular important element was a

capstone that sat at the original entrance to the building. Nelson said the capstone will be in the almost exact same place as before, an idea that generated a lot of positive feedback. [ more SCHOOL page 14]

City Hall home to PAEC Steinway piano BY RAECHEL DAWSON

990-pound instrument, Yvonne asked Steinway artist Mark Salman to accompany her to test it out. Salman has played Despite the year-and-a-half left on with the Federal Way Symphony before. the Performing Arts and Event Center’s “Ironically enough, it is the exact same construction deadline, city officials have year piano he has privately in his home secured the and he played it, venue’s concert pounded on it, piano. and it was just And it’s been glorious to listen nestled in the to him,” Yvonne corner of City said, adding that Hall’s lobby Salman said the since June. 1994 piano’s Performing quality was Arts and Event that of a new Center Exone. “Whoecutive Director ever owned this Theresa Yvonne piano never said the city played it. The purchased the harp isn’t even Jennifer Marshall plays the Steinway piano in City used Steinbroken in yet.” Hall’s lobby. RAECHEL DAWSON, the Mirror way and Sons Even though Concert Grand Yvonne and the Model D piano city knew the for $95,000 in May 2015 after it was listed bid for the Performing Arts and Event for $105,000. Center hadn’t even been awarded (that A new Steinway costs about $200,000 would take place in October 2015), they she said. had to lock down the “screamin’” deal But before they purchased the before the Steinway [ more PIANO page 15 ] rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

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Decatur High student wins state WW II writing contest BY RAECHEL DAWSON rdawson@fedwaymirror.com

At the age of 14, 10th grade student Elizabeth Min has already written a

book, is a blogger of books and has skipped a grade in school. Now she has “World War II writing contest winner” to add to that list.

It took a war to bring my family together BY ELIZABETH MIN

It took a war to bring my family together. Growing up, I never felt close to my brothers. Older brother and I were nine years apart, and there was no chance that Renji, 11 years younger than me, could be a real sibling to older brother. Though my brothers and I were born in America, we were taken to the Camp Harmony internment camp in April of 1942 because we were Japanese. Perhaps it was because of my fear of the war that Camp Harmony seemed so idyllic. There, life simulated normalcy. It was at Camp Harmony that I got to spend time with my family, something we never did at home. It was at Camp Harmony that I got my first job, and older brother addressed me directly for the first time. It was a dream. My family was my own and for the first time, I wasn’t scared of the war.

The Decatur High School student is one of four winners in a state writing contest meant to remember the end of World War II during its 70th anniversary.

Although some memories are hazy, one remains clear. Older brother asked me if I was happy. “You aren’t?” He stared at the dishes we had to clean. “Back home, I was a disappointment. Some days, I feel even worse. Others, I think this is where I belong…. Asuna, you’re stronger than I thought. Thank you for helping me here.” There was something about older brother thanking me that made a rock settle in my stomach, so when he finished and told me to turn the lights out when I left, all I said was “OK,” and I let him leave. Older brother killed himself that night. Renji wasn’t far behind. He’d always been a sickly child, but when our family and hundreds of others were transferred to Minidoka internment camp, Renji didn’t even have energy to complain. We wanted to stay and let Renji rest, but the person in charge insisted that we would be fine. He loaded us onto the train I would emerge from 30 hours later, brotherless and empty and so full I couldn’t breathe.

Her winning piece? “It took a war to bring my family together,” a fictional narrative essay. The Office of Secretary of State’s Legacy Washing-

In 1943, my family went home. I thought that, even though we were coming to nothing, home would change something in my shells of parents. I was wrong; they never recovered. But I did. I guess I’ve run out of shame, because it’s almost 70 years after the war, and I can admit that Camp Harmony was the site of my best memories. Even though there are many things I still don’t understand, I know enough to fill the blanks on Renji’s sickness and older brother’s suicide. I know myself enough to know that without Camp Harmony, I wouldn’t be the person I am today, a well‐regarded youth psychiatrist that has talked more than one kid off the brink. Just like every teen I’ve worked with, even though I didn’t want to be talked into living, therapy was something I had to go through. World War II was the treatment I needed to convince me that life goes on. Once the war ended, I wanted to live.

ton program sponsored the contest, which asked students in eighth through 11th grade to write a letter to a veteran (living or deceased) or an essay, describing what the war means to them. “When I was writing it, I kind of wanted to bring a different approach to World War II… if there was any good that came out of it,” Min said about her essay, adding that she was inspired by Ann Frank’s optimism and hope during the Holocaust. Min’s essay takes readers back in time to a JapaneseAmerican woman’s experience with Camp Harmony

Elizabeth Min is a 10th grade student at Decatur High School in Federal Way.

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Vote no on Group Health Cooperative The letter in the Jan. 22, issue that supported the Kaiser takeover of Group Health, was interesting but flawed. Until the “Plan of Member Substitution” was made public, the negotiations were carried out in secret. Group Health members should check their files for any mailings that outlined what Group Health and Kaiser Permanente were planning. Save yourself some time because there are no communications. Second, where is this $1.8 billion that Kaiser will commit to a Group Health Community Foundation? Is it in an escrow account? I am reminded of the famous lines from a movies made many years ago, namely “Where is the money?” Third, from this vast

Keeping score of 2016 candidates

You are going to need a scorecard and an eraser to keep track of the names running for state office this year, as changes keep coming. Democratic U.S. Senator Patty Murray has raised significantly more money than Republican opponent Chris Vance. Since her first election, Murray has never been great in ratings, but she still leads Vance by double digits. However, her ability to campaign, raise money and turn out the vote and win has been impressive. Vance has not been politically visible for several years. He is a former State Representative, County Council member and was Chair of the state Republican party from 2001-2006. He lives next door in Auburn. Murray: easy front runner. Up hill battle for Vance. Port of Seattle Commissioner Bill Bryant (R) has been running for governor for several months and has the endorsement of

most of the big names. Senators Andy Hill (R-Kirkland) and Steve Litzow (RMercer Island) along with Congressman Dave Reichert, (R-Auburn) considered the race but backed off. Reichart was smart in his decision, why give up a safe seat for a likely loss? Hill and Litzow can wait and re-evaluate in 2020. Although the field could be different by then. If Bryant wins then Hill and Litzow would have to defer to him. In that case, assuming Attorney General Bob Ferguson is re-elected, he or possibly King County Executive Dow Constantine would represent the Democrats against Bryant. So far Ferguson has raised almost a million dollars and has no challenger, but Republicans are still hopeful for an opponent and will try and tie him to the corrections early release problem. Inslee has raised $4 million to Bryant’s $890,000 and, Bob Roegner

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ender issues certainly took the media spotlight in 2015. From Caitlyn Jenner coming out, to Anne Lamott embarrassing herself when tweeting her ignorance of trans issues, to Jeffrey Tambor winning an Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actor in Amazon’s show “Transparent,” gender was subjected to popular and public debate, with wildly differing points of view. If you are among those who wish this topic would fade into the sunset, you’re out of luck. These issues aren’t going away in 2016. In November, the Congressional LGBT Equality Caucus launched a task force on Transgender Equality. This group consists of nine bipartisan members of the House of Representatives, and will advocate for change in issues that disproportionally impact the transgender community, like violence, unemployment and homelessness. Their first forum focused particularly on how these concerns affect trans people of color. In addition, the United Nations Human Rights Commissioner issued a report in June recommending the prohibition of medically unnecessary procedures on intersex children. Traditionally, children who are born with conditions called “disorders of sexual development” or “intersex conditions” have variation in their chromosomes, hormones or anatomy that differ from typical male or female development. Too often, these infants and children are “subjected to treatment to force their physical appearance to align with binary sex stereotypes,” according to the report. The Committee of the Rights of the Child and the Committee Against Torture called for an end to the practice to such procedures, which are “typically irreversible and can cause severe, long-term [ more JOHNSON page 13 ]

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cornucopia, Kaiser has another $1.8 billion to invest in improved clinics and health care services. Folks, think for just a short time and consider this $3.6 billion dollars, that Kaiser has at the tip of their fingers. Where have you heard those famous words, “if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is.” What good for the members comes out of secret negotiations? The writer of the letter in the Jan. 22, issue of the Federal Way Mirror, means well but he is terribly naive to fall for this gigantic Ponzi Scheme. Vote “no” and protect your Group Health Cooperative.

Jerry Thorpe, Tacoma

City answers Mr. Federal Way’s

questions I would like to address a few questions/accusations raised by an anonymous letter writer in the Mr. Federal Way column dated Jan. 22. The anonymous writer asked why the city of Federal Way is remodeling Town Square Park for a third time, and why the mayor has gone over the city’s budget. The city of Federal Way has not exceeded the biannual budget passed by the Federal Way City Council. The city has a structurally balanced budget for 2015/16 and Town Square Park is not undergoing a third remodel. The park is undergoing Phase II upgrades. These upgrades were suggested by hundreds of citizens in a survey conducted in late 2014.

The upgrades to the park went through the Parks Commission, the Parks Committee, and have been approved by the City Council. The upgrades to Town Square Park will feature a spray park for kids; a greatlawn; a large playground; a grand plaza; a permanent Holiday tree; and a future veteran’s monument. We are very proud of the fact that Town Square Park will be a certified Low Impact Development. Our park will be a one of a kind facility in our region. It will feature permeable pavers; pervious concrete; green-vegetated roofs covering the picnic structure; and permanent, secure restrooms also featuring a green-vegetated roof. Town Square Park is not over budget! An accusation was

leveled regarding turnover at City Hall and it was suggested the city of Federal Way was unable to maintain a qualified staff. Every organization the size of the city of Federal Way has turnover. Our city is no exception. It should be noted that when administrations change, there are typically changes to staffing. This may occur for various reasons. When a new mayor is elected, he or she may want to implement their priorities, which often differ from the priorities of the previous administration. A change in structure and staffing is often part of the new direction. The city of Federal Way has a dedicated and exceptionally well-qualified staff. Mayor Jim Ferrell is proud of the outstanding work each employee does for the people of our community. Whether it is a temporary [ more LETTERS page 13 ]

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Thomas Jefferson grad completes military training FROM STAFF REPORTS

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U.S. Air Force Airman Darlene F. Tausili graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Texas. She completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force

core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills. Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward a degree through the Community College of the Air Force. Tausili is the daughter of Tuloa Tausili of

Des Moines. She is also the granddaughter of Mereane Tausili and niece of Enoka and Mereane Fatuesi, and Mara and Sopoaga Saleaumua, all of Kent. The airman graduated in 2014 from Thomas Jefferson High School.

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High School Planning Nights Every high school in Federal Way hosts a high school planning night to help eighth-grade students and their parents learn what to expect at high school—and understand high school and beyond opportunities as they work toward graduation to become college and career ready.

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HIGHLINE COLLEGE HOSTING SPECIAL OLYMPICS TOURNAMENT

This Sunday, Jan. 31, Highline College will be hosting a Special Olympics Regional Basketball Tournament. Teams from all over King County will meet in the Highline gym to play for the championship in their division. Highline College’s unified basketball team will play in the tournament as well as a team from Federal Way. Volunteers are welcome at the event. For more information or to volunteer for the event, contact Jennifer Sandler at jsandler@highline.edu, James Bermingham at jaberming@ highline.edu or Fawzi Belal at fbelal@highline.edu.

WADE WEBBER JOINS SOUNDERS FOOTBALL CLUB ACADEMY COACHING STAFF

Wade Webber, a Federal Way native, is the new head coach of the Sounders FCU-15 team. Webber is a graduate of Thomas Jefferson High School. During his time as a player for the boy’s soccer team, they won three consecutive state championships. He went on to a pro career where he played for the Sounders and Portland Timbers prior to the formation of Major League Soccer. After the league was created, he played for both the Dallas Burn and the Miami Fusion. He began coaching in 1999. Eventually he worked his way to director of coaching for Washington Premier FC, where he spent seven years. Webber has been in the radio booth for the Sounders since 2012. Contact and sports submissions: Terrence Hill thill@federalwaymirror.com or 253-336-5349

Raiders basketball player perseveres through adversity BY TERRENCE HILL thill@fedwaymirror.com

endell Harris has had many obstacles placed in front of him in his life. He could have stopped trying and became a victim of his circumstances. Instead, he chose to face adversity head on. He chose to succeed. Harris is a 5-foot-10 wing for the Thomas Jefferson boys basketball team. Stat sheets don’t tell much of his story. He doesn’t threaten a double-double each game like teammate Darius Anderson. He doesn’t have the height of teammate Alex Sommerfeld. He doesn’t exude the shot blocking ability of teammate Tarence Taylor. But the stat sheets won’t tell you that he used to wake up at 4:30 a.m. just to ride the bus so he could make it to school on time. They don’t tell you how late he stayed up the night before because he had homework to do and about the three buses he took to get home after practice. They don’t tell you that his address changed multiple times in a couple months. They may not even tell you just how much of a nightmare he can be to opposing players when he’s guarding them. “I come from a broken family,” Harris said. “Before my parents got divorced, we were a happy family. My dad has custody of us now.” Harris has four brothers and two sisters. Three of his brothers are on his mom’s side, while the other siblings are on his dad’s side. Most of them are spread throughout different cities in between King and Pierce County. “Even knowing that I have all of this family, sometimes I feel like I’m alone,” said Harris. “At the house, it’s just me and my dad.” A few years ago, their family car broke down. With Harris’s dad out of work, they were unable to fix or replace it. Since then, the bus has been his main source of transportation. To make matters worse, the living situation has not been stable for the two of them. Within the last few week’s Harris has lived in at least three locations. Usually the changes in address aren’t so frequent, but they are often enough that he refrains from using

the word “steady.” “We’d live in a home for maybe a year at the most,” Harris said. “But then something would happen and we would end up homeless. We had to live with my grandparents, who live in Renton. That was when I was waking up at 4:30 a.m.” He no longer has to wake up at 4:30 a.m. like he did during his sophomore year of high school, but he is still riding multiple buses to get to school. Over the winter break, he had to take three buses to get to basketball practice. His teammates and coaches have helped him out for most of his time at Jefferson. They provide rides, bus fare and lend their ears when he needs to talk about what he is going through. “To me, it’s not just a sport,” Harris said. “I’ve known a lot of these guys since about the fifth grade. It’s more like a family. I keep them updated because sometimes I’m a little lazy in practice or I’m not in a good mood. It’s because of what I’m going through. It’s a safe environment to let them know. They help me in anyway possible. I can count on them for anything.” It’s taken him sometime to open up to others, especially coaches. He’s a quiet person, but he’s definitely not shy. He believes that taking the time to analyze situations and listening to people is much more important. He’s developed a strong bond with many of his teammates. Players like Anderson and Taylor have become close to him. As AfricanAmericans, he says that they experience some of the same every day struggles Harris has gone through, though they do not share his full story. Zach Henry may be his best friend on the team, despite coming from almost completely different backgrounds. They’ve become so close that Henry’s parents have told him that their spare bedroom is “Kendell’s room.” “It helps having a variety of friends,” said Harris. “It’s good knowing you aren’t alone.” These past few years, his relationship with his coaches has also become stronger. He’s become even more appreciative of the small things they do for

Kendell Harris runs during a conditioning drill at a Thomas Jefferson basketball practice on Jan. 6 at Thomas Jefferson High School. TERRENCE HILL, the Mirror him, such as getting a ride to the bus stop after practice from Jefferson junior varsity coach Tom Norris. “I have known Kendell since he was in seventh grade,” said Jefferson head coach Kyle Templeton via email. “At that time he was living in West Seattle and commuting to Totem every day. Getting to know him through the years, I have started to put a bit more of the puzzle together, but he is reticent to share. “He doesn’t want anyone’s pity or sympathy. He wants to be treated the same way as everyone else. Sometimes I have to really press him about what he needs – food, clothes, basic necessities – whatever it may be, because he isn’t going to ask me. This year he has started to tell me if he needs help with something. And he is the most gracious kid on the planet.” The support has also spread to the teaching staff. Rebecca Friedman, Harris’s AVID (Advancement via Individual Determination) teacher has become such an integral part of his life that he calls her family. She became aware of his situation prior to his sophomore year when his football coaches came to her. He had failed a couple of classes his freshman year after a period of turmoil. Since then, she’s been helping him achieve his goal of going to college. “I’ve come to learn that Kendell has had a very disruptive home life,” Friedman said. “It was really surprising because of how he’s always looking forward to the future. Someone told me this student was worthy of a second chance and I’m going to work as his advocate.”

Through AVID, Harris has visited multiple college campuses in the state. He’s going to apply to both Central and Western Washington University. The University of Puget Sound has also become a possible destination for him. Recently, they took a trip Gonzaga University, but he decided it was not the place for him. Friedman said the lack of diversity at the school was a bit of a turnoff for him. Washington State University is his preferred college. Even in the freezing cold, with snow blanketing the campus, he loved the school and believed that they had a great support system. He’s hoping to major in psychology and minor in philosophy. The events in his life piqued his interest in the topics. “I want to see him continue to be an outstanding young man,” Templeton says. “I want him to go away to college and get his degree. He is a kid that can single-handedly lift his entire family out of their poverty cycle.” Friedman said that the work he has done in AVID and in his personal life has been impressive. She knows that his story is different from hers and many other student’s she has encountered, but has seen that he will never make his life about how hard it is for him. He has learned to utilize his strengths and she’ll take no credit for it. She has also noticed that his writing on college applications has made him stand out more as well. “By the time kids are seniors, they can turn out good paragraphs, but a lot of the time, they’re pretty formulaic,” said Friedman.

“He has a clear individual voice that I haven’t had in my teaching career. Has a very unique way of telling his story.” On the court, Jefferson has had a bit of an up and down season. They have struggled to beat opponents above them in the standings. Harris said he knows that they are better than their record reflects and is hoping for a state tournament run. He’s also hoping to do even more for the team from an individual standpoint. He’s the team’s best defender, according to Templeton. His athleticism and strength are reminders that basketball was not his first choice for sports. “I honestly think he is just scratching the surface of his athletic ability,” Templeton said. “He realistically could have been a varsity starter and possibly star in almost any sport he wanted: football, wrestling, track. He’s just a naturally gifted athlete. I really wish he would have played football last season. He is a heck of a basketball player, but I think football might be his best sport.” “I’m a football player at heart,” Harris said. “I stopped playing my sophomore year. I had a bad experience.” He’s come to love basketball because he believes that he can relate it to his struggles off the court. “You’re not always going to win in basketball and you’re not always going to win in life,” said Harris. “But if you persevere and push through those walls, then something good will come out of it.” “Kendell is one of the [ more HARRIS, page 7 ]

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Thomas Jefferson outlasts Todd Beamer, spoils senior night BY TERRENCE HILL

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odd Beamer seniors were hoping to dazzle their fans at home one last time before the postseason, but it was Thomas Jefferson who stole the show with a 62-57 win on Tuesday night. The two teams battled back-and-forth all night, but it was Jefferson senior Kobee Mendoza who took the game over in the fourth quarter. During his marvelous fourth quarter, Mendoza looked as though he’d spent his entire high school with the Raiders and not just the 19 games he’s played since moving to the states from Saipan. He spun and drove his way to 11 fourth quarter points. During one sequence, he missed a layup, missed the putback, but still found a way to get a second offensive rebound before being fouled. He would

make both free throws. Mendoza shot 50 percent from the field in the fourth and added five points from the free-throw line. He finished with 13 points as Jefferson pulled away in the fourth, outscoring the Titans 20-13. “Kobee has played 19 games now, ever, in America,” Jefferson head coach Kyle Templeton said. “That experience is starting to come through and we’re starting to see that ability that we’ve known he’s had the whole time. The game is starting to slow down and he’s starting to assert his will.” Beamer’s Patrick Kennedy and Jefferson’s Darius Anderson dominated the first half. Kennedy scored more than half the Titans’ 25 first-half points. His 13 points came on 50 percent shooting from the field, including one 3-pointer. He was also 4-4 from the freethrow line.

Foul trouble slowed him down in the second half as he sat for most of it. He would still add another seven points to finish with 20. Anderson led the Raiders in scoring, with 11 of his 19 points came in the first half. He hit three 3-pointers and was 5-8 from two-point range. With Kennedy on the bench, Gio Jackson picked up the scoring for the Titans. He scored 13 of his 15 points in the second half. Fouls became a problem for both teams in the second half as they both reached the double bonus. Jefferson’s Kendell Harris fouled out, while Mendoza and Beamer’s Kennedy and Jackson both finished the game with four. Jefferson’s Alex Sommerfield capitalized on the fouls by sinking 10 of his 11 free throws. He finished with 18. “We have been waiting to break through forever,” Templeton said. “We have

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figures for the 2016-2020 cycle on Tuesday and shortly after, the future members of the NPSL came to consensus on league alignment. The 16-team, 4A league will be broken up into two, eight-team divisions – the Cascade and the Olympic. The Olympic division is expected to be comprised of schools from the Federal

best kids I have ever been around,” said Templeton. “I am so proud of everything he has already accomplished, but I also have huge hopes and expectations for him in the future. Templeton said he sent Harris a text message on Christmas, which he “believes with all of his heart.” It read, “Merry Christmas buddy! I have such respect for you as a young man. The things you have to go through on a daily basis, the way you carry yourself and how responsible you are – it is really impressive. You’re a great kid Kendell and you’re gonna be a terrific man! You’re the type of person that can change the world. Don’t

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forget that. Lets have a historic 2016. Love ya buddy.’” Harris is optimistic about his future, but even he will admit that sometimes it can be difficult for him to remain positive. “My dad has been going through some health issues lately,” Harris said. “His legs are swollen up to his knees and I think that’s because of kidney failure. So, the thought got put in my head that my dad might not have a lot of time left. “It seems like every passing year it gets harder and harder for my family and we start to drift further apart. Sometimes I feel like I might be the last one standing when it’s all said and done, but I take that as motivation to keep pushing through it. I

not been able to beat teams ahead of us in the standings all year. It feels like a breakthrough game for us and it’s coming at the right time. I told you that we were going to be pretty good at the end of January and here we are playing pretty good.” Because of the loss, Beamer (13-6, 4-3) missed a chance to clinch second place in the South Puget Sound League Northwest. The team has two losses to Federal Way and split their games with Jefferson. Beamer will finish the season with a road game at Mount Rainier tonight at 7 p.m. The team still has a chance to finish in second place through tiebreakers if the Raiders lose their final game. With the win, Jefferson (13-6, 5-2) moved into second place in the SPSL Northwest. The top two placing teams from the Northwest, Northeast and South are all guaranteed a spot in the district playoffs.

along with Hazen, Kennedy Catholic, Mount Rainier and Tahoma. “We had a set of criteria and priorities for forming the divisions for the schools,” Federal Way Public Schools District Athletic Director Jerry Peterson said. “We came together at our first organizational meeting and all of the members schools voted on supporting this division format.” The four criteria they looked at were keeping

Kobee Mendoza drives to the basket during the fourth quarter of Thomas Jefferson’s 62-57 win over Todd Beamer on Tuesday, Jan. 26 at Todd Beamer High School. TERRENCE HILL, the Mirror Jefferson can only clinch as high as the fourth seed from the North as it lost to both Kentridge and KentMeridian, which are the only teams that can finish in second place in the SPSL Northeast. The Raiders finish the regular season tonight at home against Federal Way (19-0, 7-0) at 7 p.m. Twelve of their thirteen players will be honored for senior night. “I think that we are a

solid team, we’re a quality team,” Templeton said. “We’re playing well and we’ve got everybody on the team playing well at the same time. I’m not scared of those guys. I expect us to compete. You don’t get to play the No. 1 team in the state all the time and especially not on your senior night. It should be exciting. We’re pumped for it. We’re ready to go.”

schools within the same district together, proximity to other schools, travel time and lessening the amount of times kids spent out of class for sports. “It was huge for not just the Federal Way schools, but also the other multischool districts to stay together,” said Peterson. “Having schools in close proximity has done a lot to improve gates at games.” The divisional alignments will be reevaluated after the

2017-18 school year. Of the 16 schools, 12 of them are opting up from 3A, only Kent-Meridian, Kentridge, Kentwood and Tahoma would have been classified as 4A based on original numbers. The next step is to start putting together the organization of the league, such as selecting commissioners for each sport, and creating schedules. The fall sports schedule is the current priority for the league.

tell myself that ‘you’re going to be a better person because of it. It’s turned me into the person I am now.” Wherever Harris’s life takes him, he knows he has the support of many people

whose lives he’s impacted. Harris will be one of 12 seniors honored at Thomas Jefferson High School’s senior night for their boys basketball team when they take on Federal Way at 7 p.m. tonight.

...obituaries Janice Clare Olson Janice Clare Olson left this life on Earth on January 19, 2016 surrounded by love in her own home. She and her husband Lawrence Olson, who preceded her in death, loved their community and their church, Calvary Lutheran. They filled their life with service to others and created a loving home for family, friends and numerous people who shared their home in times of need. In life they exemplified a life well lived through hard work, love, faith and service. In death they will be deeply missed but also remembered as ones who truly believed, “…what does the Lord require of you, but to do justly, and to love mercy and to walk humbly with thy God?”(Micah 6:8) Please join us for a celebration of Jan’s life at Calvary Lutheran Church of Federal Way, WA January 31st, 2016 4:00 pm. Please bring a written story/memory you have about Jan. A book recollecting her life and light will be compiled so that she will be remembered as an example for years to come. Please send donations in Jan’s memory to: Calvary Lutheran Church, Community Services of Washington (Ground Work Project) or Federal Way Care Giving Network (meals programs). For full biography please go to: www.edwardsmemorial.com

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AARON HAAKE NAMED TO DEAN’S LIST AT LYCOMING COLLEGE

Aaron Haake, a freshman from Federal Way, was named to the dean’s list at Lycoming College for the fall 2015 semester. The dean’s list is issued at the close of each semester in recognition of superior scholarship. Students make the dean’s list if they complete at least 12 semester hours and earn a minimum grade point average of 3.50 for the semester. Lycoming College is a fouryear, residential liberal arts and sciences school dedicated to the undergraduate education of 1,400 students. Its rigorous academic program, vibrant residential community and supportive faculty foster successful student outcomes. Lycoming offers 36 academic majors and is recognized as a Tier 1 institution by U.S. News & World Report. Founded in 1812 and located near the banks of the Susquehanna River in Williamsport, Pa., Lycoming is one of the 50 oldest colleges in the nation. For more information, visit www.lycoming.edu.

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Local Kiwanian devotes her time to children and education Citizen of the Month: Beverly Triplett BY ANDREW FICKES For the Mirror

ast March, Beverly Triplett chaperoned 16 students from the Thomas Jefferson High School Key Club who attended the Key Club Pacific Northwest District Conference at the Seattle Convention Center, an event that attracted 2,000 high school students interested in growing their leadership skills. It was an experience she won’t forget. “Kids in high school are amazing,” Triplett said. “You see those 2,000 kids jumping and screaming, dressed up and clean cut, behaving themselves – it was an encouraging weekend.” Triplett, now retired, is an active member of the Greater Federal Way Kiwanis Club, along with her husband Wayne, and has served as the adviser of the Key Club at Thomas Jefferson for seven years. Five years ago Triplett founded the Builders Club at Totem Middle School – a

Federal Way Public Schools good news announcements FROM STAFF REPORTS

• Heather Wren teaches at Federal Way High School. Wren co-founded the Academic Success Academy in 2008. This program offers students in need of credit retrieval an innovative and challenging way to earn their high school diploma. Since its inception, the program has helped more than 190 high school students earn their diplomas. Because of her dedication to her students, KIRO Radio and Washington State Employees Credit Union have honored Wren as a Hometown Hero and awarded her with $2,000. • Thomas Jefferson High School student Ellie Kim was selected to represent her school in the All-State Symphony Orchestra in Yakima during the midwinter break weekend. She played along with the best string players in the state for two days of rehearsals working with

feeder school to Thomas Jefferson. The Builders Club teaches sixth, seventh and eighth graders leadership skills and ways they can be leaders in their community. But Triplett’s involvement with youth doesn’t stop there. She has also read to elementary youth as part of the Kiwanis Club’s Read around the World program at Star Lake Elementary School. She has helped in handing out free dictionaries to third grade students at Mark Twain and Star Lake elementary schools. And she also has celebrated with students in grade schools when they raise their grade and receive a congratulatory certificate from the Kiwanis. Triplett volunteers at the Federal Way Food Bank where she comes in contact with many children and families. She said she makes sure to connect with them and make them feel welcome. She gives children an opportunity to draw and be creative. Wayne Triplett said his wife gives families a break if they come in lacking a piece of information required by them to receive service.

“She makes a connection with the family,” he said. “Bev is not a stickler to the rules.” Beverly Triplett grew up in Kansas City, Mo. Some of her upbringing was spent with her grandparents on their farm, north of Kansas City. “When I was growing up we didn’t have a lot of money, but we helped a lot of people,” she said. She remembers her girlfriend in elementary school whose family helped another student from a poor family. Triplett said her girlfriend’s family helped the student wash her hair so she was presentable at school and housed her when she needed a place to stay. Triplett said she has held onto that experience her whole life. It’s remarkable, she said, how a small thing you do to help someone can go a long way. One of Triplett’s passions is handing out free dictionaries to third grade students. “Their eyes light up because some of these kids have never had a book of their own,” she said. “They hold the book close to their chest. It brings tears to my eyes to see them so happy.” For her dedication

some of the leading music teachers in the state and the nation. • P.E. teacher Teri Galloway incorporates technology in teaching physical education to our 21st century learners at Decatur High School. Galloway’s innovative use of tech tools is featured in a video created by our district. OSPI shared the video, and reached the CDC, SHAPE America and other organizations dedicated to public health, gaining attention on a national scale. • Truman Campus students such as Samantha Bartlett can learn how to identify a career path, start a business and develop an entrepreneurial mindset through a new course called entrepreneurialship. Community partnerships, real world experiences and presentations from area business leaders help guide students to career paths. Students have visited Seattle Children’s Theater to learn about production and costume design, and Academy of Interactive Entertainment to learn about video game designing. At Dillano’s Coffee, headquartered in the Sumner valley, they learned

how two local businessmen turned one coffee stand into a multimillion dollar coffee roasting business. As a 10th grade student, Samantha is actively pursuing her career path and her interests through this course with opportunities to gain soft skills, attend informational interviews and have an insider look at the work world. Austin Brown of Todd Beamer High School has been selected as a recipient of the Washington CTE Student Success Award. Brown is one of only 18 recipients of the award in our state. In addition to the CTE Student Success Award, Brown will be nominated on behalf of our state for the US Presidential Scholars award. If selected, Brown will be expected to join other Presidential Scholars in a National Recognition Program to be held June 19-21.

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Beverly Triplett founded Builders Club at Totem Middle School. Contributed photo

to children and education, Triplett has received Kiwanian of the Year four

times and has also received Everyday Hero awards from the club.

Iver T. W. O’Neil of Federal Way, a senior majoring in electrical engineering at Clarkson University, received the Elwyn J. Rodee Endowed Scholarship during the 2015-2016 academic year. Clarkson University is grateful to its many donors of endowed, sponsored, and Share Clarkson scholarships. Scholarship support is essential to providing students with the financial resources necessary to achieve their goal of a Clarkson education. Clarkson University launches leaders into the global economy. One in five alumni already leads as a CEO, VP or equivalent senior executive of a company. Clarkson is a nationally recognized research university for undergraduates with select graduate programs in signature areas of academic excellence directed toward the world’s pressing issues. Through more than 50 rigorous programs of study in engineering, business, arts, sciences and health sciences, the entire learning-living community spans boundaries across disciplines, nations and cultures to build powers of observation, challenge

the status quo, and connect discovery and engineering innovation with enterprise.

Haake graduates from University of Evansville FROM STAFF REPORTS

The University of Evansville is proud to announce that Caitlyn Haake of Federal Way graduated during the winter commencement ceremony on Wednesday, Dec. 16. Haake, who majored in archaeology, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree. The University of Evansville is a private, liberal arts-based university in Evansville, Indiana, with a full-time undergraduate enrollment of approximately 2,485. The University of Evansville’s diverse student body represents 43 states and 51 countries. U.S. News and World Report recognizes the University of Evansvile as a top 10 master’s-granting university in the Midwest, and fourth in the region for “Great Schools, Great Prices.”

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: Mr. Federal Way, I was aghast at reading the Mirror’s story online about the $95,000 piano that is sitting in City Hall. Why is this already purchased when the Performing Arts and Events Center won’t even open for a couple of years? A: Mr. Federal Way wondered how long it would be before this question crossed my conference-room sized desk. Congratulations, you win the prize. Mr. Federal Way has nothing to give, but you win. However, I did like the nicely scented envelope with the red hearts drawn on it. That was an extremely nice touch. But, Mr. Federal Way was left wondering if you’re coming on to me. With my chiseled, made for Hollywood mug, $1,000 Armani suits and recently refurbished Winnebago, it’s easy to see why not, but then Mrs. Federal Way started snoring, I awoke, and realized that was all a dream, kind of like me winning the Powerball. More on that later. So yes, it’s true. What the F-flat is going on here? Mr. Fed-

eral Way is not sure what is more disturbing: that we actually purchased this piano before the laborers started churning dirt, that one could actually spend $95,000 on a musical instrument in the firstplace or that we bought a used instrument for 95 large. Mr. Federal Way is getting a feel for how the well-heeled aristocrats live. Something like: “Oh, old chap, just put that used piece over there in the small foyer so that no one will see it. It’s only here because the warehouse is going out of business and our grand entrance chapel is not yet complete. We couldn’t possibly have our guests view that when they arrive. We’re simply not that low-class.” Apparently the elected officials at City Hall believe in the golden rule. He who has the gold, rules. Congratulations fellow commoners, you are now proud part-owners of a used piano. Go see it in the corner of City

Hall where the old coffee machine was. Touch it, and kiss it before it is paraded out in all its grand pageantry. This is as close to it as you will ever get. Moreover, Mr. Federal Way thinks some new rules could be made on a purchase like this. Well, Mrs. Federal Way, I purchased a used Corvette. Who cares that I don’t have the garage built for it yet. The place was going out of business. I had to buy it. Mr. Federal Way knows I’d be singing a high C soprano note after Mrs. Federal Way got done with me. But, you can do your part and march on over to the mayor’s office and yell and scream. His office is past the piano, up the stairs, on the left. And use your low bass voice. That will scare the F-flat out of him. Bring your sixpence with you. He’ll be needing your tax payment up front. Or, better yet, you could sponsor the piano for 100 large. That sponsorship has yet to be sold and Mr.

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Federal Way is shocked. What better way to spend your kid’s inheritance than for a sponsorship of a used piece of furniture? Q: Mr. Federal Way did you try and win the Powerball. A: Your darn right I did. Mr. Federal Way doesn’t subscribe to the fact that the lottery is simply a tax on people bad at math. Somebody has to win. Might as well be yours truly. Frankly, I’m shocked I am still here. I thought I had that one in the bag. Now what? The Winnebago needs new wheels and I just spent my last sixpence at City Hall. Q: Mr. Federal Way I think I saw you having lunch with the mayor last week at Jimmy Macs. It seemed half the city’s staff was there too. Name and address withheld because you likely saw me there. A: Mr. Federal Way is not sure if there is a question here. Wasn’t me. Mr. Federal Way lives on a columnist’s salary and can’t afford to go out to eat. I snooped in the publisher’s office and looked at his computer – security is real tight around here – he leaves it on all of the time – genius. It was determined that was him. That said, Mr. Federal Way would have loved to have been there for that conversation. Those two have the sensitivity of a concrete block. Anyhow, all right, time to fess up. Mr. Federal Way knew it was the publisher that met the mayor. I overheard the mayor call the front desk saying he was running late and the publisher came back and drilled yours truly for some comments Mr. Federal Way might have made up about the mayor’s wife. Hey, nobody’s perfect. And I have my wife’s permission to say so. Apparently, the mayor doesn’t. Q: Mr. Federal Way, what did you think of the Mirror’s new diversity section? A: It was interesting. I thought I had problems until I read about a person that doesn’t even know what sex they are. My standard answer to any question about sex is “yes, please.” This takes it to a whole new level. It will be interesting to see where it goes next. I’ll tell you what I didn’t like. Greg Baruso had more wishy-

washy sentences than my washing machine has cycles. He promised to tell what diversity was, then not, then he would in the next article. Take a stand already especially since he is on the Diversity Commission. One might think, oh, I don’t know, that if you’re on the Diversity Commission, you might already have a little clue as to what this is all about. Here’s Mr. Federal Way’s take on diversity. All everyone talks about is the race problems we have and have always had. Last time I checked we all belong to the human race. How can you have a race problem when there is only one race? There problem solved. That wasn’t so hard. I think we are making mountains out of molehills. Kind of like Mrs. Federal Way’s boobs. Q: Mr. Federal Way what is it like to work at a newspaper? A: That’s the $20,000 question isn’t it? Maybe more like the $95,000 question. Mr. Federal Way’s comments are certainly worth more than a used Steinway. It’s different yet the same. Wait, I’m beginning to sound like Baruso. Sorry. You do newspapers for the love of the game, not the pay. This has always been the case. Most of the money stops at the publisher’s level and based on how he dresses, he’s not raking it in either. Newspapers are in business to watch the public’s money and inform them of what is occurring in their community. I’m here to tell you about everything else and add some flair to the writing otherwise you would be asleep by page two and in a coma by the time you hit the classifieds. A reporter’s job is to be so balanced that the public can’t determine an angle to a story. The Mirror’s reporters are very good at this. To the publisher’s credit, he harps on this with the editorial team all of the time and I generally sit there and pick my fingernails as this clearly doesn’t apply to me. This is essential now more than ever due to the Internet. What once was an industry controlled by trained, college-degreed journalists, is now open to any half-wit with a bag of Doritos, sitting in his underwear looking at a computer screen. They write

“news” based on how they see it, not based on reality. Don’t believe me? Consider this fact. History is written by the winners. Think about it. The winners destroyed the losers so only the winner’s story gets told. It is written down and time moves on. Then in comes a group of people that are hell bent on making sure that both sides are represented and the history books start regressing to the mean – in this case the more accurate truth. A combover, soda-filled blogger has no concept of this; only that his words are read so that he gets more hits and more advertising to perpetuate more Doritos and soda. As the civilization advances, it gets harder to distinguish what is accurate and what is not. Mr. Federal Way only hopes that in a century or two from now, that the little one-eyed, antennae sprouting green aliens don’t pick up a copy of the Onion. They’ll wonder what in the name of Uranus is going on down here. The other side of newspapers is the money. You think the publisher harps on the news team, he rides the advertising team like a $20 prostitute on dollar night. Controlling this group is like herding cats. Actually more like mountain lions. They are stealthy and can eat you. Having said that, they do a great job and make the newspaper profitable. This is paramount as it gives Mr. Federal Way a vehicle to combat Dorito man. Mr. Federal Way has worked at a number of newspapers and the Mirror is one of the better ones. It is a good community newspaper that writes features, hard hitting news, satire, good sports and adequate business. It has been a good ride so far. I’m employed, and my meager 401-k grows at glacial speed. What’s not to like? Q: Mr. Federal Way surely you can’t be real. You’re kind of old-school in your thinking aren’t you? A: None of your business. And don’t call me Shirley.

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January 29, 2016 [13] long time and only announced her candidacy last week. Wyman will not be easy to beat. While Republicans have had a hard time winning statewide, they have held the Secretary of State’s Office for many years with moderate former County Auditors such as Ralph Monroe and Sam Reed. Wyman has the same pedigree. Wyman would be a natural to run for Governor at some time in the future. Superintendent of Public Instruction is considered non-partisan, and incumbent Randy Dorn is stepping down. Two legislators, Chris Reykdahl and Larry Seaquist, both democrats are running. Reykdahl has raised $82,114 and Seaquist has raised $125,000. Also in the running is Erin Jones, who previously worked in the Federal Way school district. She has raised $26,757. Governor, Lt. Governor, Auditor,and Superintendent of Public Instruction are the races to watch. At this point the Democrats look stronger in the statewide races.

despite the corrections issue still looks strong. With Vance challenging Murray that helps Inslee even more. Front runner: Inslee. Also, watch Republican Senator Joe Fain (R-Auburn), in four years. The Congressional race to watch will be an intramural battle of Democrats to replace retiring Congressman Jim McDermott in Seattle. The rest of the delegation favors the incumbent’s re-election. Brad Owen is not running for re-election as Lt. Governor, and at least three candidates are interested. New Democratic State Senator, Cyrus Habib, is considered a rising star, and also very ambitious. Habib lost his eyesight to cancer as a child. He has raised $326,871 already. Longtime State Senator Karen Fraser, (D-Olympia), has 27 years in the legislature, knows the job and is well liked in Olympia. She has raised $89,655. Javier Figueroa, Council member (R-University Place) is not well known and has raised only $24,616. Tacoma Mayor Marilyn Strickland was rumored to be interested but has not raised any money. In addition to Ferguson, other statewide office hold-

Commissioner Peter Goldmark (D) who has has raised $154,499, Insurance Commissioner Mike Kriedler (D) who has raised $48,624 and State Treasurer Jim McIntyre (D). Incumbent State Auditor Troy Kelley (D) has legal problems and isn’t running. Local 30th District State Senator Mark Miloscia (R-Federal Way) is running for the seat. Miloscia ran four years ago as a Democrat and lost in the primary. Since he ran before he has experience and the field won’t be as deep. But can a Republican win statewide? Rep. Derek Stanford (D-Kirkland) was thought to be interested, but he is raising money for re-election to his house seat. Seattle Attorney Jeff Sprung has raised $34,775 to Miloscia’s $41,000. This one will be interesting to follow. Kim Wyman (R-Olympia) is the incumbent Secretary of State and the only woman Republican to hold any statewide office on the west coast. She has raised $116,903 and is a former county auditor so she knows how to run elections. She will be challenged by former Seattle City Council member Tina Podelowski. Podelowski is a democrat and has not held public office for a

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sir, girls and guys. Instead, consider using more inclusive words like friends, folks, everyone, children, people and you all. • Avoid making assumptions about someone’s gender identity. • Respect a person’s identity, what name they use and what pronouns they use. • Designate a gender-neutral or single-occupancy bathroom in your facility. • If you use forms that ask for gender, include a fillin-the blank option and allow people to check more than one box. For more information about gender diversity, check out the following resources: • www.genderdiversity.org: a Pacific NW organization providing education and support services about gender diversity; • www.uua.org/lgbtq/identity/transgender and www. openandaffirming.org/resources: information about and resources for ways faith communities and others

can be more welcoming and inclusive of LGBT people; • www.qmunity.ca/news/gender-inclusive-languagesheet/: downloadable and printable card to encourage and empower everyone to be mindful of language. Why should we care about all of this? Because ignorance breeds violence and division. Standing up for people who are marginalized makes our society stronger and it’s the right thing to do. Start the New Year off well with an intention of more inclusion, more welcoming and more equality.

again, how do we have confidence in anything you say? Enough with my attempt at humor, “Mr. Anonymous,” what you do on a weekly basis serves no public interest. It does not elevate public discourse. It is rude and snarky and does not speak for the more than 93,000 people who call our community home. Furthermore, after the mayor’s office received quite a few phone calls from real residents asking whether what you do is ethical or should even be allowed (we understand the first amendment ), we decided to look into the Society of Professional Journalists Code of Ethics. Surely a paper who wins as many awards as this paper touts has heard of the SPJ Code of Ethics? Well, uh oh… there is a bit of a problem…you, Mr. Anonymous, seem to be in violation of a bunch of those little codes. In case you have not had a chance to review the codes, do not fret, here is a link to their website: spj.org/ethicscode.asp. Since I am already writing, let me point out a few you may want to consider the next time you decide to write a hit piece. Journalists should: Take responsibility for the accuracy of their work. Verify information before releasing it. Use original sources whenever possible. Remember that neither speed nor format excuses inaccuracy. Identify sources clearly. The public is entitled to as much information as possible to judge the reliability and motivations of sources. May want to pay attention to this one! Consider sources’ motives before promising anonymity. Reserve anonymity for sources that may face danger, retribution or other harm, and have information that cannot be obtained elsewhere. Explain why anonymity was granted. This one too! Avoid stereotyping. Journalists should examine the ways their values and experiences may shape their reporting. Avoid pandering to lurid curiosity, even if others do. Explain ethical choices and processes to audiences.

Encourage a civil dialogue with the public about journalistic practices, coverage and news content. This is fairly important as well! Abide by the same high standards they expect of others. Consider the long-term implications of the extended reach and permanence of publication. Provide updated and more complete information as appropriate. When you write things that are untrue, it matters! Refuse gifts, favors, fees, free travel and special treatment, and avoid political and other outside activities that may compromise integrity or impartiality, or may damage credibility. I would like to point out: “The code should be read as a whole; individual principles should not be taken out of context. It is not, nor can it be under the First Amendment, legally enforceable.” -SPJ While you are not required to follow any of these guidelines, you should consider the thought that went into creating them and stop acting like a gossip columnist in a tabloid paper.

physical and psychological suffering.” The fact that national and international groups are calling for a change in how we treat people who do not neatly fit into a stereotypical male or female box is progress toward it becoming mainstream that we recognize gender as a spectrum and not binary. It is progress toward a time when we don’t classify kids as “pink” or “blue” before they are even born, and then work unconsciously and consciously to mold them into one of two versions of gender. It is progress toward a time when we treat people with respect and are not so threatened by someone’s appearance and identity that we resort to violence against infants, children and adults in order to protect our view of the world. To bring this down to every day actions, here are some tips to create a more welcoming and inclusive environment in your home, your school, your work place, or your faith community: • Avoid using words like ladies, gentlemen, ma’am,

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summer employee, a police officer committed to keeping us safe, or a department director, the city staff has the support and appreciation of our mayor. A troubling accusation was made about a male director at City Hall. Mr. Federal Way, to print and anonymously accuse an unnamed male director of improper behavior is not responsible. If you have a specific example or question, please feel free to contact me directly and I will work to resolve your inquiry through the proper channels. Please be more careful before casting a shadow of doubt on the character of those who work hard every day on behalf of the residents of our fine city. Finally, let me quote the last question “Why is an intern handling cash and…” Are you kidding me? Beyond the implication that our intern is not honest, which I find troubling, I’ll answer your question with facts. All city of Federal Way employees who handle cash or sensitive documents are required to pass a background check by Washington State Patrol. Interns are no exception.

Steve McNey, Federal Way mayor’s office

An open letter that “Is your business” Mr. Anonymous (Federal Way): I have not seen so much sarcasm and negativity from a “single” source since; I don’t know…your prior column… In your most recent hit piece on Mayor Jim Ferrell and City Hall, you make numerous accusations. Since I do not know who you are, I decided to do the responsible thing and call the boss over at your paper, the publisher. I was interested to find out the accusations you were opining on came from an “anonymous letter.” So, we now have an “anonymous columnist,” making accusations on behalf of an “anonymous letter writer.” Don’t you just love quotations, “Mr. Anonymous?” See, quotations are these little things you use when you’re citing something said by someone else, but then

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Guns and the NRA vs. women Michelle Mallari of Washington state is lucky to be alive. She went to see a movie in Renton; the movie “13 Hours.” She got shot. Fortunately, she survived but she might go around with a bullet in her shoulder as a souvenir of going to the movies in America. Dane Gallion of Newcastle went to the very same movie. Gallion was afraid of mass shootings at movies. He also had a concealed-pistol license and a problem with alcohol. Gallion did not get shot, but Mallari ended up with his bullet lodged in her shoulder because the NRA thinks it’s more important for a paranoid man with a problem with alcohol to have a right to a gun than for Mallari to have the right not to get shot at the movies. America is really weird and strange.

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The original high school also had a couple of veteran’s memorials throughout the grounds. “One of the things that was important was to make sure those were captured in the new space and, after talking with the community members and some students, we all feel a good place for that is around the flag pole,” Nelson said. The Reserve Officers’ Training Corps, commonly known as the ROTC, at Federal Way High School raises the flag each morning and afternoon. While the rest of the memorials and their future locations weren’t placed, Nelson

In addition to Nelson’s work, Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Operations Sally McLean said Cindy Wendland, the director of Support Services Center, the city of Federal Way planning staff, district employees, architects at SRG and project managers from Greene Gasaway have also greatly contributed to the work done on the school. “We are thrilled with the progress of the Federal Way High School construction project and pleased the contractor has met our major milestones of the project,” said Superintendent Tammy Campbell. “I would also like to thank our district and building teams for keeping us on schedule;

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[ CONTEST from page 3] War II, Min perused the Internet but also drew inspiration from seniors at a local “old folks home.” Her school had done an unit on World War II in France and interviewed people with NPR’s story corps, recording their stories.

Yvonne said they toyed with the idea of storing the piano under the City Hall staircase and build a box for it but determined rolling it out each time whenever someone wanted to play it would increase the likelihood the nearly 9-feet long piece would get damaged. “It’s not going to live at city hall forever,” she said. “The best place for it is on the stage.” In fact, most people walk by the piano and don’t even notice it, Yvonne noted. In the piano’s time at City Hall, the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts has held a fundraiser for the piano’s real home, the Performing Arts and Event Center, in December 2015. The Federal Way Youth Symphony performed the first of five planned fundraisers. “We’re going to feature it over the course of the next

years with groups, so they can come play and feature the piano and talk about them moving into the hall,” Yvonne said. “It’s just a way for us to highlight what’s going to be happening in the hall and also shed some limelight on the seat campaign.” The naming rights for the piano will cost about $100,000. Yvonne said someone is interested but wouldn’t disclose who. There’s also 716 seats in a seat campaign and all of them are open to naming rights, which can be considered a charitable, tax deductible contribution. So far, Jan and Tom Crews have donated toward the outdoor plaza, Jeanne and Dr. Jim Burbidge made donations towards the orchestra pit, the box office was named to Atomy Cosmetics, Joann Piquette donated towards confer-

ence room 1 while the Federal Way Coalition of the Performing Arts gave to conference room 2. And the culinary arts kitchen received funds from Linda and Jack Butcher.

Naming rights for a lobby cafe and bar are available for $35,000, the entrance foyer is available for $75,000, the orchestra shell is $100,000 and the patron’s lounge’s naming

rights are $250,000. For more information on the Performing Arts and Event Center’s fundraising campaign, visit www.fwcpa.org.

While Min envisions her career in computer programming, she said she would like to continue writing as a side job. As mentioned before, she has already completed a 250page fictional book, “The Pirate Hunters” and is in the process of trying to get it published.

“Whenever I get stressed out with school, you just have to write sometimes,” she said. “It’s a creative outlet and I feel like I really get to know my characters. It’s fun.” Min and her fellow winners are invited to Secretary of State Kim Wyman’s office on Tuesday, Feb. 2

to receive a certificate of appreciation and a $100 gift card sponsored by Fred Meyer. “So many of the submitted letters and essays were very thoughtful and well-written,” Wyman said in a news release. “Some of them were personal and moving, while others

focused on the war’s enormous impact. I congratulate all of the students who took part.” Other winners include: • Remi Frederick, an eighth grade student from Columbia Junior High School in Tacoma. He wrote “A Letter of Life.” • Sajid Amin, a ninth

grade student from North Thurston High School in Lacey, who wrote “What WWII means to me.” • June Lin, an 11th grade student from Snohomish High School, who wrote “Six Long Years.” Their winning essays will appear alongside the Washington Remembers exhibit.

The city purchased a used Steinway piano for $95,000 in May for the Performing Arts and Event Center. It’s been living at City Hall since June and will be transferred to the arts center in summer 2017. RAECHEL DAWSON, The Mirror

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NW Psychic Fair: Meet and chat with the best intuitive professionals in the Pacific Northwest from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 6 at the Comfort Inn, located at 31622 Pacific Hwy. S. For more information contact Lori Aletha at lorialetha@ hotmail.com or 425-562-4777.

Feb. 10

Multicultural Book Group: Group will meet to discuss the book, Steal the North, by Heather Brittain Bergstrom at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb 10 at the Federal Way Library, 848 S. 320th St. For more information contact Christine Devine at cdevine@cloudseeker.net.

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Singing Valentines: Singing valentines will be delivered by the Federal Way Harmony Kings from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 12, Saturday, Feb. 13, and Sunday, Feb. 14. Recipients will be serenaded by a quartet of tuxedoed vocalists and given a red rose and card. For more information or to schedule a singing valentine, contact Jim at 206-9543255 or email singingvalentines@ harmonykings.org. Now serving Seattle/South King County and Tacoma.

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Traffic Safety Education: Students enrolled in high school and at least 15 years old can register for Traffic Safety classes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Traffic Safety office, located at the Truman Campus, 31455 28th Ave. S. Cost is $500. Monday/Wednesday classes begin Monday, February 29 and Tuesday/Thursday classes begin

www.federalwaymirror.com Tuesday, March 1, at Decatur, Federal Way, Thomas Jefferson and Todd Beamer High Schools. For more information visit www.fwps.org or call 253-945-5731. Discovery Day at MaST Center Aquarium: Enjoy free science lectures, a 3,000 gallon open-flow aquarium, live virtual scuba dives, and more from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. every Saturday at the MaST Center Aquarium located next to Salty’s on Redondo Beach. Great for kids, ADA compliant, and dog-friendly. Admission is free. For more information, contact Rus Higley at rhigley@ highline.edu, call 941-321-9430 or visit mast.highline.edu. Super Wednesday Afterschool Adventures: Students K-12 can come for activities like board games, video games, plastic brick building, book sharing and much more each week from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. Snacks provided. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257. Young Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 12 to 24 months with an adult at 10:15 a.m. on Thursdays at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257. Toddler Story Time: Family program for ages 2 to 3 years with an adult at 11 a.m. on Thursdays at the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. and Wednesdays at 10:15 a.m. at the Federal Way Library, located at 34200 First Way S. For more information, visit www. kcls.org or call 253-839-0257 or 253-838-3668. Daytime Playtime: Family program for ages 1 to 3 years with an adult at 11:30 a.m. on Thursdays at the Federal Way 320th Library,

located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www.kcls.org or call 253-839-0257. Study Zone: Drop-in during scheduled hours for free homework help from volunteer tutors at the Federal Way Library, 34200 First Way S. and the Federal Way 320th Library, located at 848 S. 320th St. For more information, visit www. kcls.org or call 253-838-3668 or 253-839-0257.

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Veterans of Foreign Wars: VFW Post 2886 meets at 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of every month at Steel Lake Presbyterian Church, 1829 S. 308th St. For more information, contact Tom Leonard at thomasc29@msn.com or call 253927-1615. Kiwanis Club: The Kiwanis Club of Greater Federal Way meets for breakfast from 7:30-8:30 a.m. every Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th. For more information or to inquire about membership dues, contact Marie Sciacqua at sciacqua05@gmail.com or 253-9417060 or visit www.greaterfederalwaykiwanis.org Lions Club: The Federal Way Lions Club meets at noon the first and third Tuesday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on 320th. For more information contact Bob Darrigan at 253-874-4282. Twin Lakes Toastmasters Club: Club meets at 6:30 p.m. on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at Brookdale Foundation House, located at 32290 First Avenue S. For more information, contact Gerry Wieder at gwieder@ gmail.com or call 206-234-8384. Town Criers Toastmasters Club: Polish your public speaking and leadership skills at this weekly meeting, which runs 6:45 to 7:45

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a.m. Thursdays at Panera Bread restaurant, 2107 S. 320th St. Contact toastmaster2577@gmail.com or call 253-735-5749.

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MaST Center Aquarium: Volunteer opportunities and art display space are available at the MaST Center Aquarium located next to Salty’s on Redondo Beach. Admission is free. For more information, contact Rus Higley at rhigley@ highline.edu, call 941-321-9430 or visit mast.highline.edu. United Way’s Free Tax Prep Campaign: Weekly volunteer shifts are available for United Way’s Free Tax Campaign through April 21 at the EX3 Ron Sandwith Teen Center, located at 31453 28th Ave. S. and Federal Way Multi-Service

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Center, located at 1200 S. 336th St. Volunteers can choose from being a tax preparer or welcoming clients and connecting them to healthcare and other public benefits. No tax experience needed. To learn more and register for your shift, visit www.uwkc.org/taxvolunteer. Historical Society of Federal Way: Volunteer opportunities include collections care, greeting public at public events, docents for historic Denny and Barker cabins, computer work, building maintenance and phone calling. For more information, contact Diana NobleGulliford at diana@gulliford.com or call 206-412-5545. Send Community Calendar items to editor@fedwaymirror.com

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Seniors from all six Federal Way high schools are eligible to apply for a Rotary scholarship. Awards are based upon scholarship performance, financial need, leadership potential, community service and personal interviews. Interested students need to complete online applications, which can be found at federalwayrotary.org under “Projects” and “Scholarships.” The deadline to apply is March 18. Between Jan. 19-20, Rotarians visited all six high schools in Federal Way to

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What should our schools do and be for all of our children? Tell us your hopes and dreams for your child’s academic learning.

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The company will award $5,000 to the four schools whose students obtain the highest average score and randomly select five participating schools for a $1,000 donation. To qualify for a donation, the school must have at least 30 students participate on-site or at a C2 center during the month of January. The company is known for conducting practice tests, but what may not be as widely known is C2’s philanthropic efforts to help improve the communities in which they serve. The January test events are part of the C2 Community Giveback Program, which, in additional to school support, offers programs for parents and students such as Workshop Wednesday, Complimentary Homework Help and College Roadmap Consultations as well as online webinars covering a variety of important academic topics.

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We’re a family-owned retail tile and stone showroom located in Kent, Washington. We provide a wide range of quality products to homeowners, designers, and contractors from Seattle, Tacoma, Kent, Renton, Auburn, Federal Way, and the greater King County area. We have a great selection of porcelain tiles, granite and marble tile for floors and countertops, travertine tiles for showers, floors, and backsplash projects. We can help you order solid surface countertops in granite, marble, and quartz. We have many decorative glass, metal, and stone tile and mosaic options on display. In-store designers can assist with ideas and product selection and answer many installation-related questions. We stock many installation supplies, including thinset mortar and grout, as well as shower waterproofing kits such as Wedi and Schluter Kerdi. Unlike the big box home improvement stores, we deal exclusively with tile and tile products; so we have consistently better selection, better information, and better customer service. Stop by today and see what’s in store!

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Modern Design Tips to Set Your Home Apart (StatePoint) If it’s time for a remodel -- or even just a refresh of your home’s dated décor – it may be time to think modern. Innovations in technology and design can offer your home efficiency, luxury and sophistication, and even improve your home’s resale value. Here are a few trends to consider.

ger serve as the primary way people heat their homes, they continue to be a focal point, both aesthetically and as a gathering place for family and friends, even in spaces characterized by modern design.

New Kitchen

Whatever purpose your kitchen serves, be it simply a workplace for meal prep or the hub of the home, you can give the room a clean modern look while retaining its functionality and aesthetic appeal. Stainless steel appliances and hardware coupled with butcher block countertops harmonize nicely and are beautiful design elements that lend themselves to both modern form and function. Modern design is all about streamlined simplicity, so use this opportunity to rid your kitchen of clunky, clutter-causing gadgets you don’t use -- especially those that don’t match your updated look.

The Fireplace

The hearth has been, and continues to be, the heart of the home. While fireplaces may no lon-

anywhere you want to create ambiance with a stunning focal point. Check out options specifically designed to fit smaller rooms or unique spaces – like the REVO, which is only seven inches deep and features venting technology that opens up opportunities for installation in places and homes previously thought impossible. From a resale perspective, a fireplace adds $3,600 on average to the value of a home, and creates a design focal point that sets it apart from the rest of the inventory on the market.

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New gas fireplace designs are focusing on clean lines, sometimes replacing logs with materials like crushed glass, and the traditional masonry look with metallic fronts. For a highend look, the MEZZO unit features a modern, see-through front. Also consider incorporating a fireplace into your kitchen, bathroom, master bedroom or

For a modern look, the more devoid your space is of clutter, the better. And this goal in minimalism is informing many homeowners’ design decisions. Look for spaces that can serve as hidden, unique storage solutions, like carve outs or drawers that extend from under the staircase or storage spaces built between rooms. These modern twists on traditional storage will allow you to keep those items you need, but don’t want displayed, out of sight but not out of mind. Modern design can set your home apart, offering sophistication and efficiency without compromising comfort.

Don’t Let Cold Weather Delay Important Energy Saving Home Upgrades (StatePoint) Think you missed this year’s season to make energy efficient exterior upgrades? Many homeowners are reluctant to start exterior remodeling improvements in the cooler months because they worry about the potential to let in a draft during the installation process. In reality, this is one of the times of year you will most feel the impact of an upgrade to energy-efficient windows, doors and insulated siding, and the remodeling can be done with minimal impact on the comfort of your home. Here are a few reasons not to delay:

out using caulk designed to withstand temperature extremes, installation professionals can minimize a home’s exposure to the elements during the replacement process.

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Winter can be an ideal time to initiate upgrades. By taking care of your project now, you avoid the busier spring season. Plus, the sooner you make enhancements that increase efficiency and comfort, the sooner you can reap those benefits. Why let another winter pass you by feeling chilly in your home and paying for wasted energy?

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Innovations in home remodeling are making year-round upgrades easier than ever. For example, Window World, America’s largest exterior remodeler, can use one-to-one window and door installation methods, meaning one unit is replaced at a time. By fully sealing the perimeter inside and

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The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that nearly 50 percent of a household’s annual energy consumption goes to heating and cooling. The right exterior updates can offer curb appeal while also keeping your home comfortable. Today’s highly efficient window systems can provide substantial savings for your home. Check out new technologies, such as SolarZone Low-E

Glass, which uses a microscopic, metallic coating on the interior surface of an insulating glass unit. This coating keeps your home warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer. Such glass packages also include features like Argon gas between the glass lites, which has a low thermal conductivity and high density, making it an ideal insulating agent. Another efficient enhancement you shouldn’t delay is insulated siding. It provides a thermal barrier between you and the outside elements, helping to lower energy bills throughout the year. In addition, the insulative backing improves durability, minimizing the appearance of common dings. Lastly, entry doors can be beautiful, durable and high performing. For example, the fiberglass doors offered by Window World provide considerable insulating improvement over wood. While maintaining the aesthetic appeal of traditional doors, the long-lasting materials stand up to severe conditions to create an exceptional barrier to the outdoor elements. Don’t wait until the birds are chirping and the flowers are blooming to improve home comfort. Enjoy your home in winter and summer alike, with an environment that’s as comfortable and efficient as it is beautiful. To learn more about energy efficiency and high-quality exterior products, visit www.WindowWorld.com.

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How to choose a mortgage lender. Selecting the Right Mortgage Lender. Selecting a mortgage lender is one of the most important steps in the process of buying a home and an experienced lender can make the process a lot more comfortable. While you might focus initially on the interest rate of your loan, it can make a difference if the lender has local knowledge and presence. When you get a loan from a local company, you’ll benefit from the flexibility that comes with local decision-making. In other words, you won’t have some committee halfway across the country deciding whether or not your loan is approved. Another advantage of borrowing locally is the lender is likely to be familiar with the town or neighborhood you’re considering. This local knowledge is especially helpful if you’re looking at a unique property. Of course, when you take out a mortgage with a local company, your loan also helps stimulate the local economy. In addition to the interest rate on the loan, you should also take a close look at the fees your lender will be assessing. These fees are often referred to as “closing costs” and can include various combinations of the following: • Origination fee • Discount fee • Underwriting fee • Processing fee • Administrative fee • Loan Review fee

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fees. When reviewing, be sure to look at the A.P.R. which discloses the combination of the interest rate and the fees. The closer A.P.R. is to the interest rate, the lower the upfront cost of the loan. For example, if the quoted interest rate is 3.75% and the A.P.R. is 4.875%, then you know you are paying upfront costs to obtain the interest rate of 3.75%. Many factors can affect your loan, interest rate and fees. These include: • Your credit score • Amount of down payment relative to total cost – also known as Loan to Value Ratio • Income vs. monthly debt – also known as Debt to Income Ratio • Property type – single family, duplex, condominium • Occupancy plans – owner occupied or rental Together, you and your lender will determine the best loan for you based on such factors as credit score, down payment, how long you plan to remain in the home, etc. Choosing a lender comes down to trust and education. Find someone you can communicate with, who asks you questions, honestly answers your questions and provides you with knowledgeable service. After all, a mortgage loan is more than likely to be the biggest financial obligation in your life.

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No Room For The Winter Blues When is your yard and garden most beautiful? Answers often vary between spring, summer, and fall. When is your yard and garden at its worst? The overwhelming answer, from northwest gardeners, is most often “winter”. But a beautiful garden should always be in season. Even in the grey of winter there are numerous plants ready to take “center stage” and fill your garden with beauty and drama. It is possible to add color, texture, fragrance, and yes, even flowers to the winter landscape. It is time to say goodbye to the boring winter blues and say hello to a fresh look out your winter window. And your window is actually where you should begin. There are many locations in the yard that we seldom frequent during the winter’s cold and rainy days. But there are areas that we walk past or look at regularly out our windows that should be beautiful and inviting even in the winter. Here are a few great choices to make your winter garden as beautiful and enjoyable as your garden is the rest of the year.

Sarcococca ruscifolia, (sweet box) is a small

to medium, evergreen shrub that prefers shade and consistently moist soil. You will also want to place this plant near your front door or an area you

walk past during the winter months. Sarcococca’s winter blooms are small but their intense vanilla fragrance will fill the air for several weeks during the winter.

Mahonia aquifolium, (Oregon grape) is

native to the Pacific Northwest. Shiny, holly-like leaves turn bright red, orange, and yellow as they age adding color to the winter landscape. But the bright yellow flower clusters that appear in the winter are number one reason to find a place for this plant. They are an important food source for “Anna’s Hummingbird”, the species of hummingbird that stays here in the northwest during the winter. The flowers are also followed by clusters of dusty blue berries that provide food for other birds and wildlife later in the season.

Callicarpa, (Beautyberry) Helleborus, (Lenten rose) is a clump-forming,

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United Way free tax sites open at 24 locations across King County, volunteers needed FROM STAFF REPORTS

United Way of King County is offering free tax preparation at 24 locations in King County to help keep area families financially stable. The program is designed to help low and middle-income families increase their financial security and keep more of what they earn. At the sites, United Way will prepare income tax returns with an eye to take full advantage of all the possible credits available, such as the Earned Income Tax Credit that reduces the amount of income tax owed by low to moderate income workers. It is considered the largest anti-poverty tool in the United States. In Federal Way, there are two United Way free tax sites. The free tax site at the Federal Way MultiService Center, 1200 S 336th St., is open Tues-

days through Thursdays 5-9 p.m., and Saturdays 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The free tax site at EX3 Ron Sandwith Teen Center, 31453 28th Ave. S., is open Mondays from 6-9 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. In addition to preparing federal tax returns, United Way is offering other services at the sites, such as referrals for public benefits like food stamps and utility assistance. United Way Tax Preparation is free for anyone making under $62,000 and will run through April 21. Services will be provided in multiple languages, including Cambodian, Vietnamese, Spanish, Somali, Amharic, Korean, Chinese, Tigrinya, and Russian by nearly 1,000 IRS certified volunteers. Taxpayers must bring photo identification and Social Security Cards (or Individual Taxpayer Identification Numbers) for themselves, spouses and dependents. They should also bring wage and earnings statements (W-2 forms), interest and dividend information concerning their income and expenses for the year of 2015. For site locations, hours of operation, maps,

language availability, and more information visit uwkc.org/taxhelp or call 2-1-1. People can also file for free online if they make under $62,000 by visiting www.myfreetaxes.com. Volunteers are also neeed for United Way’s free tax campaign. Last tax season alone, the campaign helped over 19,900 community members file their taxes, bringing $27.2 million back to the community in tax refunds. Volunteers can join United Way for a weekly shift from Jan. 11 to April 21. They can choose from being a tax preparer or welcoming clients and connecting them to health care and other public benefits. Sign up now to join United Way’s talented team and help reach the people who need it most. No tax experience is needed. The free tax campaign in Federal Way is located at the EX3 Ron Sandwith Teen Center. Hours are from 6-9 p.m. on Mondays. To learn more and register for your shift, visit uwkc.org/taxvolunteer.

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9 Washington community, technical colleges named among top colleges in nation FROM STAFF REPORTS

Nine community and technical colleges in Washington have been named among the nation’s top 150 community colleges by the Aspen Institute and are now eligible to compete for a $1 million prize. The nonprofit insti-

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Sponsors needed for Summer Food Service Program FROM STAFF REPORTS

The Office of the Superintendent of Public Instruction is seeking sponsors for the 2016 Summer Food Service Program. It is a federally funded child nutrition program and was established to ensure that children in lower-income areas would continue to receive nutritious meals during long school vacations, when they do not have access to school meals. Sponsorship is open to public and private nonprofit schools, residential and non-residential summer camps, private nonprofit organizations and tribal organizations. Also eligible are local, county, municipal and state government. Colleges and universities that participate in the Upward Bound Program may also sponsor meal sites. Eligible sponsors are those who operate a nonprofit meal program during the summer for children age 18 and younger. Meal sites must be located in areas where at least 50 percent of the children are qualified for free or reduced-price school

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From left to right, King County Executive Dow Constantine, King County Regional Aquatic Center Coordinator Mike Dunwiddie, King County Councilmember Pete von Reichbauer. Contributed photo

Constantine and von Reichbauer recognize Dunwiddie’s 35 years of service FROM STAFF REPORTS

King County Executive Dow Constantine and King County Councilman Pete von Reichbauer recognized Mike Dunwiddie for his 35 years of service to the people of King County. Since the King County Aquatic Center opened

in April 1990. Dunwiddie has served as the Regional Aquatic Center Coordinator. Prior to 1990, Dunwiddie managed the Issaquah and Mercer Island Forward Thrust Pools. He started his career as Assistant Pool Manager of the Bellevue Forward Thrust Pool. During his time with the Aquatic Center, Dunwiddie has played a key role in bringing regional, national and international events to the facility, including competitions with Olympic athletes – Gold Medalists

Michael Phelps, Adrian Nathan, and Meagan Quann-Jendrick. Dunwiddie developed the aquatic center into a nationally recognized facility, home to one of the largest scoreboards for aquatic competitions, and for its state-of the-art air quality system, saving taxpayers $80,000 annually. The King County Aquatic Center is opened to the public year-round, seven days per week offering swimming and diving lessons, family swims, exercise classes, scuba classes, and Red Cross training. More than 767,000 swim lessons have been taught at the center.

Rep. Teri Hickel introduces legislation to extend the time frame for SNAP benefits FROM STAFF REPORTS

Rep. Teri Hickel, RFederal Way, has introduced her first legislation that would require the Department of Social and Health Services to extend

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Appetizer: Egg Drop Soup Side: Chow Mein Entree: Steak Kabob

Egg Drop Soup

Ingredients: 4 eggs (scrambled) 1/4 cup chopped green onion 4 whole shitake mushrooms 2 carrots (shredded or diced) tablespoon sesame oil tablespoon cornstarch 48 ounces chicken broth tablespoon turmeric soy sauce salt/pepper to taste Directions: Saute veggies, add broth and bring to a rolling boil, add beaten eggs and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring gently. NOTE: After serving the soup, Clayton determined to add more flavor and some sweetness, he would suggest adding corn.

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Steak Kabob Marinade Ingredients: steak (thin cut works best) 1/4 cup of chopped green onion 1/4 cup chopped ginger 4 cloves chopped garlic tablespoon sesame oil 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup rice wine vinegar tablespoon chili sauce (hot) tablespoon brown sugar 1/4 cup honey salt/pepper to taste Directions: Grill steak on a high heat to medium rare.

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According to Baker and ome people came Riler, there is a big differto find out what resources were avail- ence between collecting, a normal and common able in the county. Others human behavior, and came to help a family hoarding. member, or two, or three. They defined collectBut everyone who went to ing as the acquisition, Pierce County’s presentaand eventual disposal, of tion on hoarding came items. It’s often an orgaaway learning how vast nized activity and special the mental disorder can be, and that they were not care is taken to keep the collection tidy. alone. In contrast, hoarding is The county’s Aging the acquisition of items and Disability Resources without the disposal, presented “Hoarding: and is often much less The Hidden Problem organized than a regular Exposed” Jan. 20 at the collection. Sumner library with Telltale differences Terina Baker, an organizer between collecting and with Clutter Cutters. hoarding, Baker The purpose of the presenta- “That first thing I get said, are that when I get a phone the items sometion was not one with hoardonly to procall is, ‘I’m not like ing tendencies vide accurate those people on TV.’ information What you see on TV is keep may appear to be of about hoardcomplete and utter useless or liming tendencies squalor, and that ited value and and resources is not what we are for those aftalking about.” Terina living spaces are so cluttered fected, but to that they can’t also combat the Baker be used for misinformation their intended spread in the purposes. media, especially reality TV shows like “Hoarders” and “HoardBaker said hoarding ing: Buried Alive.” used to be classified as “That first thing I get a form of obsessivewhen I get a phone call is, compulsive disorder but ‘I’m not like those people on TV,” Baker said. “What recent research shows you see on TV is complete that isn’t always the case. and utter squalor, and that However, in 92 percent of diagnosed hoarding is not what we are talking cases, there is at least one about.” other co-disorder that Between 1.4-2 million may cause or worsen the people across the U.S. have hoarding tendencies, hoarding tendencies. Bipolar disorder, desaid Baker and Bob Riler, mentia and brain trauma an Aging and Disabilare among some of the ity Resources commuother disorders that are nity outreach specialist. often co-diagnosed, but “That’s 2 to 5 percent of Riler said depression, “is the population, which the most characteristic doesn’t sound huge until co-disorder.” you put it in perspective Additionally, many that it’s about one in 20 people with hoarding individuals.” tendencies don’t often It is estimated that realize how bad their situthere are 345,000 people ation is, Baker explained. with hoarding tendenInstead, many people with cies in Washington alone, hoarding tendencies rely although Baker and Riler on various, and invensaid hoarding tendencies tive, thought processes to often go under reported, explain their situation to sometimes due to a fear others. of being compared to the Some of the excuses stereotypes seen on reality Baker and Riler have ran TV. [ more HOARDING, page 43 ]

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CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REQUEST FOR QUOTE 2016 and 2017 Neighborhood Traffic Safety (“NTS”) Program I. PURPOSE OF REQUEST The City of Federal Way (“City”) is requesting quotes for the purpose of the 2016 and 2017 Neighborhood Traffic Safety (“NTS”) Program. The City’s needs are outlined in the following Request for Quotes (“RFQ”). II. TIME SCHEDULE

The City will follow the following timetable, which should result in a selection of a contractor by March 16, 2016. Issue RFQ January 22, 2016 Deadline for Submittal of Quotes February 12, 2016 Notify Contractor (Subject to City Council Approval) February 15, 2016 Land Use & Transportation Committee Meeting (5:30 pm) March 7, 2016 Council Meeting (7:00 p.m.) March 15, 2016 Notify Contractor of City Council Approval March 16, 2016 III. INSTRUCTIONS TO PROPOSERS A. All quotes shall be sent to: Erik Preston, P.E. Senior Traffic Engineer City of Federal Way 33325 8th Ave S Federal Way, WA 98003-6325 (253) 835-2744 B. All quotes must be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked in the lower left-hand corner: RFQ 2016 and 2017 Neighborhood Traffic Safety (“NTS”) Program. All quotes must be received by 4:30 p.m. on Friday, February 12, 2016 at which time they will be opened. Three (3) copies of the RFQ must be presented. No faxed or telephone quotes will be accepted. C. Quotes should be prepared simply and economically, providing a straightforward, concise description of provider capabilities to satisfy the requirements of the request. Special bindings, colored displays, promotional materials, etc., are not desired. Emphasis should be on completeness and clarity of content. Use of recycled paper for requests and any printed or photocopied material created pursuant to a contract with the City is desirable whenever practicable. Use of both sides of paper sheets for any submittals to the City is desirable whenever practicable. -2- Rev. 1/15 D. The City Traffic Engineer or representative will notify the contractor selected by February 15, 2015. E. All quotes must include the following information: 1. A proposed outline of tasks, products and project schedule, including the number of hours required to complete each task or product. 2. A proposed budget based on the above outline of tasks, products and schedules.

3. References. F. The City has prepared an Excel spreadsheet table and strongly encourages bidders to use the spreadsheet and submit it via email or on a cd along with the hard copies in the sealed envelope. The spreadsheet is intended to simplify the calculations and reduce any errors. The spreadsheet may be emailed to the contractor. Fill out your company’s name and the unit prices, save the file on a cd, and include it in the envelope or email to erik.preston@cityoffederalway.com. The hard copies are still required as indicated above. The hard copy unit price quote will supersede the electronic copy. G. Public Works Development Standard Details can be downloaded from the following website: h t t p : / / d o c s . c i t y o f f e d e r a l w a y. c o m / W E BLINK/Browse.aspx?dbid=0 H. Any technical questions regarding the RFQ may be addressed to: Erik Preston, PE Senior Traffic Engineer (253) 835- 2744 erik.preston@cityoffederalway or Rick Perez, PE City Traffic Engineer (253) 835- 2740 .com rick.perez@cityoffederalway.com IV. SELECTION CRITERIA. Factor Weight Given Lowest responsive, responsible quote 100% Each quote will be independently evaluated. V. TERMS AND CONDITIONS. A. The City reserves the right to reject any and all quotes, and to waive minor irregularities in any quote. -3- Rev. 1/15 B. The City reserves the right to request clarification of information submitted, and to request additional information from the contractor. C. The City reserves the right to award the contract to the next most qualified contractor, if the successful contractor does not execute a contract within thirty (30) days after the award of the quote. D. Any quote may be withdrawn up until the date and time set above for opening of the quotes. Any quote not so timely withdrawn shall constitute an irrevocable offer, for a period of ninety (90) days to sell to the City the services described in the attached specifications, or until one or more of the quotes have been approved by the City administration, whichever occurs first.

E. The contract resulting from acceptance of a quote by the City shall be in a form supplied or approved by the City, and shall reflect the specifications in this RFQ. A copy of the contract is available for review, and shall include requirements to comply with ADA, Civil Rights Act, and EEO requirements. The City reserves the right to reject any proposed agreement or contract that does not conform to the specifications contained in this RFQ, and which is not approved by the City Attorney’s office. F. The City shall not be responsible for any costs incurred by the contractor in preparing, submitting or presenting its response to the RFQ. G. The Recipient, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 23 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. VI. SCOPE OF SERVICES 1. Perform discretionary work for services listed in Exhibit A, Schedule A of installing traffic calming devices such as speed humps, a raised crosswalk, and a traffic circle island at locations and in quantities to be provided by staff at a future date. The quantities provided in Exhibit A, Schedule A are preliminary estimates to provide an example of a “typical” project. Each year’s work order(s) shall be physically completed within 30 calendar days of receipt of the work order, but in no case later than October 31 of each year. 2. Perform discretionary work listed in Exhibit A, Schedule B, which may consist of installation and/or removal of pre-cast, block, or extruded traffic curb, installation of CSTC and HMA, installation and/or removal of speed humps, speed tables, and -4- Rev. 1/15 raised crosswalks, installation and/or removal of pedestrian refuge islands, curb ramps, concrete sidewalk, or concrete curb and gutter,

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LEGAL NOTICES continued from previous page and installation of traffic circle islands. Work orders showing locations and quantity estimates to be provided by staff at future dates. For each work order, work shall be completed within 30 calendar days of receipt of the order. Quantity ranges for typical work orders are provided in Exhibit A, Schedule B. Prorated averages of these quantities will be used to determine the lowest quote. 3. Work-orders will be issued for individual work sites within the City of Federal Way. All basic and discretionary work items within each work-order will be located on contiguous street(s) within a sixblock radius of each other. Months may pass during the contract term without a work-order and it is rare that more than one work order would be issued in any given month. Typical months of work will be March to October as weather allows. 4. A preconstruction meeting and a notice to proceed are anticipated to be issued in April of 2016. 5. All work shall be performed in conformance with the latest edition of WSDOT Standard Plans and Standard Specifications as amended by the City of Federal Way Special Provisions and Standard Details. 6. The contract termination date resulting from this RFQ will be December 31, 2017. VII. COMPENSATION A. Please present detailed information on the contractor’s proposed quote for the specifications proposed and for any variation for non-routine services, inclusive of Washington state sales tax and any other applicable governmental charges. Please provide specifics as to definitions of routine versus non-routine tasks, what is fixed as opposed to variable, and how costs are adjusted according to that classification. B. Payment by the City for the services will only be made after the services have been performed, an itemized billing statement is submitted in the form specified by the City and approved by the appropriate City representative, which shall specifically set forth the services performed, the name of the person performing such services, and the hourly labor charge rate for such person. Payment shall be made on a monthly basis, thirty (30) days after receipt of such billing statement. VIII. PUBLICATION. Name of Publication: Dates: Federal Way Mirror January 22 & 29, 2016 Daily Journal of Commerce January 23 & 30, 2016 Published in the Federal Way Mirror January 22 & 26, 2016 FWM 2308

Landmark Homes, Kevin Jensema, PO Box 26116 Federal Way, WA 98093, is seeking coverage under the Washington State Department of Ecology’s Construction Stormwater NPDES and State Waste Discharge General Permit. The proposed project, Retreat Meadows, is located at 203 SW 256th in Federal Way in county. This project involves 14.6 acres of soil disturbance for Highway or Road, Residential, Utilities construction activities. The receiving waterbod hylebos creek. Any persons desiring to present their views to the Washington State Department of Ecology regarding this application, or interested in Ecology’s action on this application, may notify Ecology in writing no later than 30 days of the last date of publication of this notice. Ecology reviews public comments and considers whether discharges from this project would cause a measurable change in receiving water quality, and, if so, whether the project is necessary and in the overriding public interest according to Tier II antidegradation requirements under WAC 173-201A-320. Comments can be submitted to: Department of Ecology Attn: Water Quality Program, Construction Stormwater P.O. Box 47696, Olympia, WA 98504-7696 Published in the Federal Way Mirror, Friday January 29, 2016 and Friday February 5, 2016 FWM 2311

CITY OF FEDERAL WAY REQUEST FOR BIDS 2016 ASPHALT OVERLAY PROJECT RFB # 16-001 SUBMITTAL OF SEALED BIDS: Notice is hereby given that the City of Federal Way, Washington, will receive sealed bids through February 24, 2016, at 10:00 a.m., at the City Hall Purchasing Office or by US Mail at City of Federal Way, Purchasing Office, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington 98003. Proposals received after 10:00 a.m. on said date will not be considered. BID OPENING: All bids will be opened and read publicly aloud at 10:10 a.m. on Wednesday, February 24, 2016, at City Hall Hylebos Conference Room, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington, for this RFB. All bid proposals shall be accompanied by a bid deposit by a cashier’s or certified check, or Bid Bond in an amount equal to five percent (5%) of the amount of such bid proposal. Should the suc-

cessful bidder fail to enter into a contract and furnish satisfactory Performance Bond within the time stated in the specifications, the bid deposit or bond shall be forfeited to the City of Federal Way. DESCRIPTION OF WORK: This project shall consist of: Furnishing all materials, equipment, tools, labor, and other work or items incidental thereto (excepting any materials, equipment, utilities or service, if any, specified herein to be furnished by the Owner or others), for the construction, sequencing and traffic control plan for overlaying existing asphalt concrete pavement in up to five (5) different locations within the City of Federal Way. The work shall include but not be limited to: Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA Cl. ½” PG 64-22) pavement overlay (11,000 tons), roadway excavation, planing bituminous pavement, pavement repair, removal and replacement of curb and gutter, sidewalk, concrete approach, curb ramps, extruded curb, traffic curb, installation of paving fabric, installation of traffic signal detection loops, channelization, restoration, and utility adjustments work. The Contractor shall complete all work within 80 working days. The bidder is urged to check the plans and contract provisions carefully. All bid proposals shall be in accordance with the Instructions to Bidders and all other contract documents now on file in the Purchasing Office of the City of Federal Way. Bid documents may be obtained from the Purchasing Department at (253) 835-2526. Any questions concerning the description of the work contained in the contract documents must be directed to Jeff Huynh, Street Systems Engineer, by facsimile at (253) 835-2709, or by letter addressed to Jeff Huynh, Street Systems Engineer prior to bid opening date. PURCHASE OF BID DOCUMENTS: Bidders may purchase copies of the Bidding Documents (half-size plans) in person, or by mailing a Twenty-Five and No/100 Dollars ($25.00) (non-refundable) check or cashier’s check payable to the City of Federal Way, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, WA 98003-6325, phone (253) 835-2526. If purchasing by mail, please indicate your request for Bidding Documents for RFB #16-001, 2016 Asphalt Overlay Project. Informational copies of maps, plans, and specifications are available for review at the Public Works Department, Federal Way City Hall, 33325 8th Avenue South, Federal Way, Washington. Bidding Documents are also available for review at the following Plan Centers: Daily Journal of Commerce, Attn: Plancenter.com, 83 Columbia St, Suite 200, Seattle, WA 98104 Daily Journal of Commerce Project Center, 921 SW Washington St, Suite 210, Portland, OR 97205

McGraw Hill Construction Dodge, 3315 Central Ave., Hot Springs, AR 71913 Cora Inc. – Plan Center, 10002 Aurora Avenue North, #36, PMB 334, Seattle, WA 98133 Reed Construction Data, 30 Technology Parkway South, Suite 100, Norcross, GA 30092 Builders Exchange of Washington, 2607 Wetmore Avenue, Everett, WA 98201 Contractor Plan Center, 5468 SE International Way, Milwaukie, OR 97222 iSqFt Planroom, c/o Cascade A&E 235 9th Ave North, Seattle, WA 98109 – oregon-washington@isqft.com The City of Federal Way, in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, 78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C. 2000d to 2000d-4 and Title 49 C.F.R., Department of Transportation, Subtitle A, Office of the Secretary, Part 21, Nondiscrimination in Federally-assisted programs of the Department of Transportation issued pursuant to such Act, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises as defined at 49 CFR Part 26 will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, national origin, or sex in consideration for an award. The City encourages minority and women-owned firms to submit bids consistent with the City’s policy to insure that such firms are afforded the maximum practicable opportunity to compete for and obtain public contracts. The Contractor will be required to comply with all local, State, and Federal laws and regulations pertaining to equal employment opportunities. The City anticipates awarding this project to the successful bidder and intends to give Notice to Proceed as soon as the Contract and all required associated documents are executed in full. Regardless of the date of award or Notice to Proceed, the Contractor must complete all work under this project by October 31, 2016. RESERVATION OF RIGHTS: The City of Federal Way reserves the right to reject any and all bids, waive any informalities or minor irregularities in the bidding, and determine which bid or bidder meets the criteria set forth in the bid documents. No bidder may withdraw his or her bid after the hour set for the opening thereof unless the award is delayed for a period exceeding thirty (30) days. Dated the day of , 20 . Dates of Publication: Federal Way Mirror: January 29, 2016 February 5, 2016 Daily Journal of Commerce: January 30, 2016 February 6, 2016 FWM 2312

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the unreachable. And after we did that, after we flew a man into space, after we landed a man on the moon, after we’ve created gigantic station after station in space, we stopped caring. NASA scientists are trying to explore space. But what about the rest of us? The government, the people, social media; no one cares anymore. We’ve lost interest in space. Whether it’s because we feel like we have everything we need here and there’s no need to go forward, or because we’re tired of pumping huge amounts of money into it, or because we’re simply frightened by it – no one can say for sure why, but space exploration is no longer a big thing. And that’s not just bad, it’s downright wrong. How could we so quickly turn away from our dreams? We saw a bright future of exploration and knowledge. We were united by a common goal: to tame space itself. But we, for some unknown reason, went away from that. You can tell me that advancement in space is just too expensive and there’s no financial merit. And that’s true, the price is high, but it’s worth it all. We, as a society, have come to obtain a perverted view on everything we do, thinking that whatever society does should bring some sort of materialistic benefit. We’ve forgotten the very purpose we’re here, what’s driven us on through history up to this point – elevation. Not elevation in the literal sense of moving up physically, but elevation of the human mind, the uplifting of our

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pace has always been the greatest mystery to mankind. We’ve watched the stars move, we’ve watched them fall from the heavens, we’ve hidden in terror as the sun was devoured (Viking Solar-Eclipse myths), we’ve even seen the sun move back the other way (Isaiah 38:8). For thousands of years, space has been the uncrossable line for mankind. We found a way to make paper, we created systems of counting and discovered functions, we tamed the wildest beasts, we invented ships and conquered the seas, we built colossal monuments that still amaze us today. We founded the greatest civilization the world has ever seen (Rome), we became the masters of our planet. All that, before we understood what those strange sparkly things up there are. We could only watch, awed and terrified, but never understand. Because of this, we have always been drawn to space. And why not? Space is the great unknown, the untamed beast, the “final frontier.” Personally, when I look at the stars I feel like a person who has lived his entire life in one house, never leaving it, looking outside and seeing the strange and interesting things, wanting to explore them, but never being able to. And if you think of it that way, you’ll understand why I believe space is the ultimate symbol of freedom. We pushed our limits to understand the mysteries of this strange vastness and to attain this freedom. We’ve even gone so far as to make the greatest leap in human history; we have gone outside the house. When you just stop to think what that means and how mind-blowing and significant it is, it’s really amazing. We’ve broken all the barriers and reached

But the nation was united. Brought together during WWII to fight for a common cause: freedom. We were banded together in a race. The race to send a man to the moon. And we won that race. The Soviet Union is the country that sent a man to space first, but I don’t look at countries and nationalities. I’m a Russian who grew up in the U.S. and I’ve come to understand that nationality doesn’t matter in the grand scheme of things. We, the great human race, did it. Not a single nation, not a single man, we all did it as one great whole. A common purpose gives us the drive to go forward and elevate. And we’ve been losing that purpose rapidly. The nations of the world were never united before in history, but it’s about time we were. (I don’t mean that the countries of the world should unite into one big super country, that would make more problems than it would solve.) Human beings have got to finally learn to look beyond nationalities, races, cultures, etc. Whenever people find out I’m not American, they ask me what nationality I am. Whenever people find out I’m Christian, they ask what denomination I’m in. The list goes on. Society has created box after box, thinking outside of which the average human being is not even capable of comprehending because his mind has been formed by society. The human mind is “more machine than man now” (Obi-Wan Kenobi, Star Wars Episode VI). Our mind has become a mechanism, structuralized by society to have an automatic, subconscious view on everything. Here’s an example: Last year, I started developing the idea at hand, and I found that our history and modern society has made the human life a path. What’s wrong with a path? Well, it’s a path you supposedly cannot get off of. Every human goes through the same process like ro-

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survive without it. Sure, college is a great opportunity to elevate, get an education and have more opportunities. But I dislike the idea that it’s presented like a level in a video game that you have to pass to keep moving forward. It’s time society stopped thinking inside boxes and looked beyond that. It’s not about winning the game, and it’s not about playing the game either. It’s about getting something from the game. Learning, understanding, finding new ways to look at everything, discovering new ideas, etc. It’s about elevating. And what better way to elevate than to, well, elevate? We have reached the pinnacle of human potential. It’s time to use that potential. If society were to be a united body, then society’s problems would be that much easier to solve. We’ve been focusing on solving all these problems, forgetting that progress solves society’s problems of its own accord. When Napoleon returned from his exile on Elba, he wasn’t thinking about the new government that would oppose him, or about the multiple countries that would immediately try to subdue him. He was thinking about restoring France and himself to glory, of elevation. The outcome? Napoleon regained control of France without a single battle and was quickly on the rise again. And let’s not forget about Waterloo. The Seventh Coalition was united under one common cause: to subdue Napoleon Bonaparte. The many nations fought together for the good of society as a whole, not for their own personal gain (except, perhaps, their safety). When the individual thinks about the progress and elevation of society, instead of society thinking about the comfort and [ more TEREKHIN, page 46 ]

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for the better. It is this great cause of elevation that should drive the human race ever further into the unknown. Society is a living organism that needs to evolve. If it doesn’t continue to elevate, it degrades (just look at what happened to the Roman Empire and what followed). We need to look at everything not as individual nations, but as one race and think not of the quality of your own life,

but of the better of society as a whole. In order for society to be able to continue elevating, we must continue exploring our world. And our world does not just mean our home, Earth, it means the universe. Mankind needs to look up and forward if we are to continue being truly human.

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