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Fran Nachlas Appointed to Boca Raton City Council Seat A Boca Raton City Council members appointed Fran Nachlas to temporarily fill the vacancy in City Council Seat A, after she qualified unopposed.

Nachlas was sworn in by the City Clerk on November 28.

The appointment comes after Andy Thomson, who previously held Seat A, stepped down from City Council.

A resident since 1996, Nachlas has served on various boards and committees in the City, including the Boca Raton Community Advisory Panel, the George Snow Scholarship Fund.

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• Making Every Day Count, Inc. (MEDC) held its 10th Anniversary Luncheon & Auction to raise funds so the Palm Beach County Family and Delinquency Courts can give youth and families affected by addiction a second chance. The event took place on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Mirasol Country Club and included a silent auction and raffles, followed by a sit-down luncheon.

• Boca Raton City Council members appointed Fran Nachlas to temporarily fill the vacancy in City Council Seat A, after she qualified unopposed. Nachlas was sworn in by the City Clerk on Monday, November 28, 2022. The appointment comes after Andy Thomson, who previously held Seat A, stepped down from City Council earlier this month.

• The first years of school are pivotal because academic habits are unformed and peer relationships are fluid. A national assessment has shown troubling setbacks in both math and reading. A Florida Atlantic University study last year suggests that students who are not interested in academics when they begin school, struggle to find their footing, academically and socially.

• Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business dramatically improved its standing among the top 50 undergraduate programs for entrepreneurship studies, according to the 17th annual rankings from The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine.

• More of the largest metropolitan areas posted monthly declines in rent, further proof that the rental crisis is easing across the nation, according to researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools.

• Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business will host its 29th Business Leader of the Year breakfast on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023 at 8 a.m. at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton. This year’s program celebrates the accomplishments of Patrick J. Geraghty, Ph.D., president and CEO of Florida Blue and GuideWell.

• The City of Boynton Beach will host the 51st Annual Holiday Parade in Downtown Boynton on Saturday, December 3 beginning at 4 pm. The parade will take place on Federal Hwy. between SE 5th Ave. and NE 1st Ave. It is expected to last two hours.

More than 50 groups and organizations are participating, including local schools, businesses and organizations. Leading off the parade will be the Grand Marshal, long-time City resident Michael Shramko, a “champion of cleaning up Boynton Beach;” he was selected by the community in a social media promotion last month.

• Carly Yoost of Child Rescue Coalition was named the 2022 Woman Volunteer of the Year at the 35th annual luncheon and fashion show hosted by the Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR). The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Barbara Richardson.

• Bank of America today announced that Boca Helping Hands and The Arc of Palm Beach County have been named as the 2022 Bank of America Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work to remove economic barriers and advance socioeconomic opportunity in Palm Beach County.

With a multi-year grant from the bank, the two organizations will expand programs and services that are addressing healthcare, education, employment, and basic needs for the underserved and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

• Florida Atlantic University’s 2023 Alan B. and Charna Larkin Symposium on the American Presidency presents “A Conversation with Laura W. Bush and Barbara Pierce Bush,” on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023 at 4 p.m.

The lecture, which will be moderated by presidential historian Timothy Naftali, will take place in the Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium, FAU Student Union, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton campus. Tickets are $35125 and can be purchased at www.fauevents. com or 561-297-6124. Group pricing and student pricing are also available.

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COMMUNITY 10th Anniversary Luncheon Supports Local Drug Courts Making Every Day Count, Inc. (MEDC) held its 10th Anniversary Luncheon & Auction to raise funds so the Palm Beach County Family and Delinquency Courts can give youth and families affected by addiction a second chance. The event took place on Thursday, October 20, 2022, at Mirasol Country Club and included a silent auction and raffles, followed by a sitdown luncheon.

Family Treatment Court works with parent(s) who have had their children removed from their care because of addiction. Delinquency Drug Court works with those under the age of 18 who have come into the system having committed crimes because of addi cti o n . 7 5 % of Drug Court graduates remain arrest free, and the longest Drug Court study to date found reductions in crime last as long as 14 years. By comparison, only 30% of individuals released from prison never reoffend. At the same time, the average annual cost per prisoner in the traditional criminal justice system is $22,650. The average annual cost per Drug Court participant is $6,985.

The program featured inspirational client stories and ways to assist MEDC in serving more children and families in Palm Beach County.

Judge Donald Hafale, the presiding judge of Family Treatment Court, addressed the 150 attendees, “The fact that so many of you are here to support our specialty courts is a testament to your concern, your caring, and your heart. You are helping some of the most vulnerable people in our community. You’re helping them survive. You’re helping them thrive. And without your help and support, these courts wouldn’t exist.”

Family Treatment Court participant Jamie shared her moving testimony which started with: “I was never a bad mom…I was a mom that needed help. I was a mom that couldn’t cope with her life.”

Jamie’s son Mica, now nine, was born after a long, hard road of her and her husband, Michael, trying to conceive. Even after Mica was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder after tremendous struggle helping him learn how to eat, sleep, walk, and talk, Jamie was still nothing but grateful that she was chosen to be his mom. In Christmas of 2016, Michael passed away tragically, leaving Jamie–just barely 30, a

widow and a single mom to an almost fouryear-old with a lot of special needs–with unbearable feelings of grief and anger.

According to Jamie, “I simply did not have time for that, I had to take care of my child. I knew from high experiences over the weekends, before I had a kid, that a puff of this would give me enough energy to work all day. A little bit of that can make me go to sleep. A little bit of this other thing can push out all of those memories that I could not tolerate so that I could feel normal just for a minute. And it worked for a while. Until it didn’t.”

Eventually Jamie found herself five months pregnant and addicted to drugs.

She lost custody of her son and heard repeatedly from the police officers and investigators that she was a terrible mom and would never get her son back.

Jamie was hopeless and despondent until her lawyer provided information on the Dependency Drug Court.

“When I showed up to my first session…I was expecting to find the same general attitude that I was encountering everywhere else in my life–that I was a screw up, that I was a bad mom that could not possibly love her children…Instead I was greeted with warmth and compassion and empathy. When I said to them ‘I’m a good mom,’ they said ‘We know. You just need help, that’s why we’re here.’

Family Drug Court saved Jamie’s family and, in turn, saved Jamie’s life. Jamie was able to go to treatment and get the help she needed while she still had her newborn baby in her arms. She was able to find sober living where she could be reunited with Mica and have both of her children with her.

The Court assisted Jamie with finding a job and daycare.

“I was able to do it all and I had help every step of the way. This court is not like court, this is a support system…I had a whole team of people telling me, ‘You are a good mom. We’re gonna help you be better. How can we help you?’

Jamie concluded her speech with gratitude towards Making Every Day Count and its support of the Drug Courts. When in treatment in early recovery, Making Every Day Count sent Jamie a journal with a note that said “Good job! You’re Doing it!” and a baby bag filled with items for her daughter.

Fran Nachlas Appointed to Boca Raton City Council Seat A Boca Raton City Council members appointed Fran Nachlas to temporarily fill the vacancy in City Council Seat A, after she qualified unopposed. Nachlas was sworn in by the City Clerk on Monday, November 28, 2022. The appointment comes after Andy Thomson, who previously held Seat A, stepped down from City Council earlier this month.

A Boca Raton resident since 1996, Nachlas has served on various boards and committees in the City, including the Boca Raton Community Advisory Panel, the George Snow Scholarship Fund, and the Homeowner’s Association Board of The Preserve. She also has a long record as a community volunteer for such organizations as the School District of Palm Beach County and the Junior League. Nachlas and her husband have lived in their current Boca Raton neighborhood for 25 years, where they raised their four children.

“I am honored and humbled by the Council for having the confidence in me to be appointed to fill Seat A. I look forward to working together with Mayor Singer and the

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other council members. There is much work to be done to keep our great city the best it can be,” commented Nachlas. “I am ready and able to serve my neighbors as a council member. My door will always be open to listen and help.”

Nachlas will start her service as a Council Member at the CRA, City Workshop and City Council Meetings the week of December 12, 2022. Her appointment will run through March 31, 2022. At that point, Nachlas’s official term will begin.

City Council meetings are held at 6pm on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. The CRA meets at 1:30pm on the preceding Monday, immediately followed by the City Council Workshop meeting.

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Early Disinterest in School Snowballs into Academic, Social Problems, FAU Study says The first years of school are pivotal because academic habits are unformed and peer relationships are fluid. A national assessment has shown troubling setbacks in b o t h math and reading.

A Florida Atlantic University study last year suggests that students who are not interested in academics when they begin school, struggle to find their footing, academically and socially.

In collaboration with the University of Jyvskylä in Finland, the study was the first to longitudinally examine the effects of school interest and academic achievement on peer relationships across the first years of elementary school. Their findings show that starting off on the wrong foot academically, particularly with math and reading, snowballs into problems with peers.

“Children with behavioral and emotional problems struggle with the transition into elementary school; they do poorly in classes and relationships with their peers suffer as well,” said Brett Laursen, Ph.D., senior author and a professor of psychology in FAU’s Charles E. Schmidt College of Science. “We suspected that another path to early peer difficulties runs through the well-established link between disinterest in school and subsequent difficulties with math and reading.”

Results of the study, published in the European Journal of Developmental Psychology , showed that a lack of interest in school and low academic task motivation resulted in a downward spiral of troubles, from poor study habits to academic difficulties to declining peer acceptance. Specifically, avoiding classroom assignments and tasks in first grade led to declining math and reading achievement one year later in second grade, which in turn, led to decreases in peer acceptance the following year in third grade.

The same longitudinal pathway unfolded across the second to fourth grades.

The findings held even after controlling for factors known to contribute to school and peer difficulties, such as friendlessness, school readiness, and emotional and behavioral problems.

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affiliate with students who are not struggling academically.

“The snowballing cascade is an apt metaphor for our study findings,” said Laursen. “Difficulties progressively accelerate, growing in speed and size as problems accumulate. Just like a snowball expands as it rolls downhill, adjustment problems rapidly amplify as they worsen and spread. So, a seemingly harmless habit, task avoidance, grows to the point where it adversely impacts academic achievement; from there, problems spread and threaten peer relations.”

For the study, researchers used four annual waves of data collected from 545 children (311 boys, 234 girls) followed from the first through the fourth grades (ages 6 to 8 at outset). Each year, teachers completed assessments of academic task avoidance and students completed standardized measures of reading and math achievement. Acceptance was assessed through peer nominations.

“Our findings have important implications for parents, teachers and school professionals who want to prevent the onset of troubled peer relations,” said Laursen. “Considerable effort is currently invested in interventions for children with behavioral and emotional problems, because they are known to be at-risk for academic and interpersonal failure.”

Importantly, researchers found that task avoidant behaviors also are a precursor to peer troubles, because elementary school children who are not fully engaged in their coursework struggle to master basic academic skills and are shunned by classmates as a consequence.

“These findings matter because they suggest that poor work habits, independent of psychosocial maladjustment, are an important first step on a path that leads to academic and social difficulties,” said Laursen.

Study co-authors are Ashley Richmond, Ph.D., a doctoral graduate of FAU’s Department of Psychology; and Noona Kiuru, Ph.D.; Marja-Kristiina Lerkkanen, Ph.D.; and Anna-Maija Poikkeus, Ph.D., professors at the University of Jyvskylä.

This work was supported by the Academy of Finland (213486) and the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development (096457).

FAU Makes Big Jump in Entrepreneurship Rankings

Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business dramatically improved its standing among the top 50 undergraduate programs for entrepreneurship studies, according to the 17th annual rankings from The Princeton Review and Entrepreneur magazine.

FAU’s undergraduate programs rank No. 27, up 20 spots from a year ago. FAU ranks No. 42 among graduate programs.

The rankings for 2023 identify the best programs among nearly 300 schools for students seeking to become entrepreneurs.

FAU’s academic programs in entrepreneurship and the staff at the Adams Center for Entrepreneurship teach students how to acquire an entrepreneurial mindset and turn their dreams for new business ventures into reality. Students learn to develop and test business models, write business plans, start businesses, and seek outside investment to grow them.

The Adams Center recently won the Exceptional Research Award at the Global Consortium of Entrepreneurship Centers conference in Las Vegas.

The award recognizes prolific scholars who are publishing entrepreneurship research in top journals. This was the first year FAU entered the research category.

Students benefit from a vibrant entrepreneurship community in South Florida, including the Research Park at FAU and other university initiatives, such as Tech Runway, the WAVE Competition, the Kenan Social Engagement Program and the Phil Smith Center for Free Enterprise.

Roland Kidwell, Ph.D., director of the Adams Center and chair of the Department of Management Programs at FAU, said the recognition is the result of efforts by Kevin Cox, Ph.D., associate director of the Adams Center, and others across FAU’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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“Our advancement in the undergraduate program rankings this year also reflects the excellence of our student entrepreneurs and successful alumni entrepreneurs, as well as our continued efforts at community outreach and our local partnerships,” Kidwell said. “A new Adams Center Spanish Language Boot Camp is just

FAU’s undergraduate programs rank No. 27, up 20 spots from a year ago. one example of a program that makes a strong contribution to the diversity of entrepreneurship in South Florida.”

The Princeton Review, an education services company, posted the full lists and methodology at www.princetonreview.com/entrepreneur. The rankings are based on a summer 2022 survey.

Entrepreneur magazine will feature the rankings in its December issue.

“Since the mid-2000s when we debuted these ranking lists, student interest in entrepreneurship studies has grown dramatically, as has the commitment to this field in higher education and the extraordinary support of the business community for these programs,” said Rob Franek, The Princeton Review’s editor-in-chief. “We strongly recommend these schools on our entrepreneurship studies lists for 2023. Their faculties are outstanding. Their programs have robust mentoring components, and their students receive networking support that will serve them for years to come.”

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POSITIVE LIVING By: Dr. Synesio Lyra

Delay Judgment and Live More Joyfully!

The unfortunate tendency of so many people, is in not withholding judgment but, rather, jumping into conclusions, rushing into condemnation, either of people or situations, long before all the facts are in.

Awareness of this longstanding human proclivity may be among the reasons which led Baal Shem Tov, the founder of Hasidic Judaism in the mid 18th century, to warn, “Let us fall into the hands of the Lord but let us not into the hands of man.” Indeed, God is the only One who can judge accurately any individual with the right judgment.

Many years ago I found a plaque with an interesting inscription. It said: “It is better to be silent and be thought a fool than to speak up and remove all doubt.” How sadly true it is that so ma-

ny are too quick in making pronouncements long before they know an issue sufficiently, or have all the necessary data for their conclusions. My advice to such persons is, when you jump into something with both feet, be sure one foot doesn’t go into your mouth! And yet, such is the picture presented by anyone who is too swift in reaching a premature verdict!

If you look for faults in others, you shall surely find them. Likewise, if you search for good in others, it will be there as well. Blaming others for your own sloth or stupidity will never solve any problem; instead, it may ignite a flame where no fire was previously existent.

No relationship between two persons will ever develop or thrive if it is used as a platform to vent the anger

and frustration of one individual, on account of unfounded suspicions, and a premature judgmental spirit.

People who believe themselves as always right, will never attract nor develop long-lasting relationships; their impact is minimal or nil! If you so readily question something somebody else says or does, it’s only fair that you also doubt your own conclusions!

Any negative emotions you choose to carry, such as grudges, resentments, an unforgiving spirit, will adversely affect your human relationships, poisoning the stream flowing toward others.

You can never justify doing anything wrong just because you do many other things right! It’s imperative you erase your suspicions quickly once you find them to be baseless! Don’t insist on pro-

moting discord!

In times of difficulty, or in days of relative peace, you’d better get out of your selves, away from mediocre solutions, giving no heed to easy, negative prescriptions. In this life one will always need to work hard at making things better, because by nature they tend to go the wrong way, bringing damage to many!

Attempt diligently to fulfill reasonable expectations, and strive to be the mature individual you can gradually become! Most of the impediments on the road of life are of your own creation.

As such, you can also undo them, and provide positive outlets and meaningful pathways leading you to better destinations which are possible for you to attain!

FAITH Rick Boxx

Shining Like Stars in the Marketplace A question I often hear when speaking about faith in the workplace comes from people who are not CEOs, those who are not the top decision-making executives in their companies. Many of them can readily understand how a CEO can affect change within an organization, but those who are not CEOs doubt their own ability to bring about change where they work, especially in terms of faith and spiritually based values.

This kind of thinking, while understandable, is unfortunate because it can undermine the potential for genuine, positive change. From my own experience, and in consulting with people in many kinds of businesses and organizations, I have discovered there are unlimited opportunities of all people to make a difference.

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start is by considering two similar passages from the Scriptures, one from the Old Testament and one from the New Testament.

Both talk about people of faith “shining like stars” in their surroundings.

In the prophetic book of Daniel, it tells about “a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then.” But then it declares, “Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever” (Daniel 12:1-3).

The other passage, the second chapter of Philippians, reminds us, “it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.” Clearly, it states wherever we go and whatever we do – even in the workplace – God can use us to accomplish His plans. Then we are instructed, “Do everything without grumbling or arguing, so that you may become blameless

and pure, children of God without fault in a warped and crooked generation. Then you will shine among them like stars in the sky” (Philippians 2:13-15).

We live and work in turbulent times; at times things seem dark and disheartening.

“Where is God in this?” we might wonder.

It is at times like these, however, that we have the opportunity to do as the Scriptures say, to “shine like stars in the sky” to illuminate the oppressive darkness.

Think of it this way: In a large, welllit room, a lightbulb of low wattage or a candle seems to make very little difference in how bright the area appears. However, when the lights are turned off and all other sources of illumination have been eliminated, that small lightbulb or candle suddenly seems to shine brightly, drawing us to it. In a similar way, if we find ourselves working in spiritually dark environments, we can ask God to provide ways where we

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can “shine like stars” and make a difference far beyond anything we could imagine.

Author C.S. Lewis wrote, “I believe in Christianity as I believe the sun has risen.

Not only because I see it, but because by it I see everything else.” That is a profound statement, and we should pray as ambassadors for Jesus Christ in the marketplace, as described in 2 Corinthians 5:20, that as others observe our lives and hear us tell about what we believe and why, that they also will be able to see Him. It is important to remember that God’s ways are unconventional. When we embrace His ways, and model them in the places where we work, our actions stand out to others. As the Lord works in us and through us, often in unexpected ways, they will see a difference. Over time, He will give us the opportunity to reveal Jesus Christ, “the light of the world” (John 9:5) to those around us.

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FAU Study Shows Rent Increases Slowing as More Supply Hits the Market

By: Robert J. Tamasy

Ever Wonder How You Got To Where You Are? Have you ever stopped to reflect on the seemingly random events that have contributed to where you are professionally to this point? Whether we’re just getting started in a career, midway through it, or nearing the end of our vocational life, many factors have influenced how we arrived at the present moment.

Personally, when I started college, even though I enjoyed writing I had never considered it as a career option. However, when the instructor for my first English class encouraged me by pointing out my writing potential, I thought there might be a future in it for me. That realization, however, prompted me to transfer to a different university that offered a respected curriculum for aspiring journalists.

There I had a couple of professors who influenced me positive, encouraging me to choose journalism as my career. One time, after several unsuccessful tries, I was able to interview a prominent leader on the university staff. Why did he finally decide to agree for me to interview him? He taught me a principle I never forgot – and have often used since then: “Persistence neutralizes resistance.”

My first job on a newspaper was as the editor of a small community publication.

That meant I was not only editor but also the local government reporter, sports reporter, columnist, editorial writer, and photographer. Had I gotten a job at a larger paper, I likely would have been assigned to a specialized role, such as a copy editor, or a reporter on the police or city hall “beats,” or even an obituary writer. I would not have received the well-rounded background that I received at a smaller, less prestigious newspaper.

At each of my stops during my 10-year newspaper career, I worked with astute, seasoned veterans of the industry who taught

me much. This “treasure trove” of training and experience served as preparation for my 20 years on staff with CBMC-USA and CBMC International as editor and publications director, and for the work I have done over the years that followed.

There is a joke about someone asking a local resident for directions to another destination. The native looks at him and says, “You can’t get there from here.” In a very real sense, my career reflects that. I could not have reached each new stage of my career without first going somewhere else, often to a job I would not have considered had circumstances not pointed me in that direction.

Which leads to my conclusion: Whether we realize it at the time or not, God ordains for His children each step they take in life, professionally and personally, out of His great wisdom and special plan and purpose for us. Here are a couple of principles I have learned along the way: Confident, even though we do not know the way. Admittedly, I often questioned why I was offered this job and not that job, why opportunities I felt fully qualified for were not presented to me. After I entrusted my life to Jesus Christ by faith, I discovered the Lord had a much better understanding of what was best for me than I did. “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight” (Proverbs 3:5-6).

Clinging to faith in the face of future uncertainty. If it had been up to me, my life and career would have been much different from how they unfolded. Thankfully, God knew exactly how He had designed me and how I could best serve Him. “’For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future’” (Jeremiah 29:11).

More of the largest metropolitan areas posted monthly declines in rent, further proof that the rental crisis is easing across the nation, according to researchers at Florida Atlantic University and two other schools.

In October, 68 housing markets had smaller average rental rates, up from 38 in September. Springfield, Massachusetts; Austin, Texas; Seattle and New York are among the metros where rents are falling. The U.S. average rental rate was $2,040, down 0.9 percent from September.

“It seems that an increase in supply helped relieve the pricing pressure on rental units around the country – and that’s exactly what had to happen,” said Ken H. Johnson, Ph.D., an economist in FAU’s College of Business. “The added supply appears to have come from delivery of units under construction, an increase in unit density and the conversion of many Airbnb-type units to long-term rentals” Despite the slowdown, rental rates remain elevated in some markets, particularly Florida. Cape Coral-Fort Myers led the U.S. in both the largest year-over-year rental increase (17.16 percent) and the largest premium (17.37 percent). A premium is the amount above the long-term leasing trend that renters must pay.

Rents typically increase only 3 to 5 percent a year.

The full rankings can be found here.

Most Florida rents are declining month over month, but Cape CoralFort Myers posted a 1.76 percent increase in October.

“The significant rise in Cape Coral-Fort Myers is very disheartening, though not surprising,” said Shelton

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Weeks, Ph.D., of Florida Gulf Coast University’s Lucas Institute for Real Estate Development & Finance.

“The monthly index report is highlighting the ongoing cost of Hurricane Ian. There are signs of a recovery, but affordable housing should remain an issue in this market for months to come.”

Las Vegas posted the nation’s smallest annual rental increase at 1.58 percent, while Minneapolis had the smallest premium at 1.03 percent.

“It seems that an increase in supply helped relieve the pricing pressure on rental units around the country” Bennie Waller, Ph.D., of The University of Alabama’s Culverhouse College of Business, said the national data reveals that much of the large rental increases are coming from six and 12 months ago.

“Within the past month or two, rents are slowing and returning to a more normal year-over-year trend,” he said. “It’s clear that much of the country is starting to shake off these large increases, which have been so devastating to consumer budgets.”

The researchers use leasing data from Zillow’s Observed Rental Index to determine existing rents and statistically model historical trends from 2014. The Waller Weeks & Johnson Rental Index covers the entire stock of homes and apartments.

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FAU College of Business to Honor Patrick J. Geraghty Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business will host its 29th Business Leader of the Year breakfast on Friday, Jan. 27, 2023 at 8 a.m. at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive, Boca Raton. This year’s program celebrates the accomplishments of Patrick J. Geraghty, Ph.D., president and CEO of Florida Blue and GuideWell.

Geraghty oversaw a strategic restructuring that created GuideWell, a $26 billion Jacksonville-based mutual insurance holding company that serves as the parent of Florida Blue and a portfolio of other entities, from the foundation of a more than 75-year-old health insurance company into an organization at the forefront of reimagining the future of health care nationwide.

The restructuring is featured in the curriculum of Harvard Business School.

Geraghty is an expert on such health care topics as health care reform, next-generation payment strategies, innovation in health care and the benefits of wellness and prevention programming. He serves as a health care policy consultant to political leaders in Florida and Washington, D.C. He has appeared on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” “Fox Business News,” CNBC’s “Closing Bell” and MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” programs, among others.

Since 1991, FAU’s College of Business has presented the Business Leader of the Year award, honoring the work of outstanding business leaders in the southeast region

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of Florida and the state. Past recipients include Rick and Rita Case, Wayne Huizenga, Jim Moran, Carl DeSantis, former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush and Alan Levan.

FAU’s College of Business is pursuing excellence in education for the South Florida community and is among the top 15 largest AACSB-accredited business schools in the country, with slightly more than 8,200 students enrolled. The college’s undergraduate business program and professional MBA program are ranked by U.S. News & World Report, while the MBA in Sport Management program is ranked No. 11 worldwide

by SportBusiness.

JM Family Enterprises is a platinum sponsor for the breakfast, while Florida Blue is a presenting sponsor. To purchase tickets, click here. For more information, contact Lacey Kramer at 561-297-4732 or lkramer8@fau.edu.

Boynton Beach to host 51st annual Holiday Parade on December 3 The City of Boynton Beach will host the 51st Annual Holiday Parade in Downtown Boynton on Saturday, December 3 beginning at 4 pm. The parade will take place on Federal Hwy. between SE 5th Ave. and NE 1st Ave. It is expected to last two hours.

More than 50 groups and organizations are participating, including local schools, businesses and organizations. Leading off the parade will be the Grand Marshal, long-time City resident Michael Shramko, a “champion of cleaning up Boynton Beach;” he was selected by the community in a social media promotion last month.

Free parade parking will be available at Journey Church (715 S. Federal Hwy.) and the Town Square Parking Lots (enter off Boynton Beach Blvd. just east of Seacrest Blvd). Accessible parking is located at SE 4th St. off of E. Boynton Beach Blvd. Ride share is encouraged.

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available near the stage. In addition, a designated accessible area will be available for attendees in wheelchairs and with other disabilities.

Nine award categories, in addition to the People’s Choice Award and the Mayor’s Traveling Trophy, will recognize participants in categories that include Outstanding Musical Performance, Outstanding Use of Innovation and/or Technology, Outstanding Artistic Design, Outstanding Display of Fantasy and/or Imagination, Outstanding Display of Entertainment, Outstanding Display of Showmanship, Depiction of Life in Boynton Beach, Most Whimsical and Most Creative.

For the safety of parade participants, vendors, and attendees, the following roads will be closed on Sat., Dec. 3 from 12 pm – 9 pm to accommodate the Holiday Parade: • South Federal Highway, between Boynton Beach Blvd. and Woolbright Rd. • All avenues between SE 1st St. east to SE 1st Ave.

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Super Fun Holiday Gift Ideas That Get Kids Excited to Learn (StatePoint) Shopping for kids this holiday season and looking for gifts that offer some educational value? The good news is that you don’t need to sacrifice fun!

Here are five awesome gift ideas that will get school-age kids excited about learning outside the classroom.

1. With the Magic Adventures Microscope, young biologists can explore tiny worlds full of huge discoveries, zooming in on flowers, animals, food, minerals and more using eight double-sided smart slides that activate amazing BBC videos and images. Inquiring minds can discover answers to curious questions like: How do leaves changes colors? What do plant cells look like? What is sand made of anyway? They can also make their own discoveries by finding things around the house and getting a closer look using the reusable slides or large sample tray. With up to 200x magnification on this real microscope, kids will be amazed by what they see. A capture-and-save feature allows for documenting findings, and included games and quizzes add to the fun and let kids put their knowledge to the test.

2. Reading enthusiasts will love a sub-

scription to a book of the month club offering selections for their reading level and interests. This is not only a great way to promote a lifelong love of literature, it can help a young reader build their home library.

3. Fledgling explorers can travel the

world and see everything in it with the Magic Adventures Globe from LeapFrog.

Using the stylus, children can tap on the interactive learning globe and experience new places, languages, cultures, animals, geography, habitats and more through high-quality BBC videos. Featuring an in-

tegrated video screen, animations and liveaction videos fully immerse kids in the curriculum to provide a better understanding of the world through more than five hours of videos. They can also play interactive games to explore the globe, challenge a friend and solve mysteries. With its focus on curriculum-based content and important foundational skills, LeapFrog toys offer experiences that make learning fun.

4. Encourage kids to become informed citizens of the world with a subscription to a news magazine designed just for them, such as “The Week Junior.”

This is an excellent way to build vocabulary, while engaging kids on a wide range of subjects -- from culture and arts to science and government -- in a way that’s appropriate for their age.

5. Foster a love of fine arts by gifting kids an all-in-one sketching, painting and coloring set complete with everything they need to unleash their inner Picasso. Pencils, markers, acrylic and watercolor paints, along with brushes, paper pads and canvas boards, will give artists of all ages the foundational tools they need to try their hand in various mediums.

Why You Should Step Up Your Self-Care Game During the Holiday Season (StatePoint) While the holiday season is full of fun, festivities and meaningful time spent with family and friends, it’s often accompanied by work and school deadlines, tedious to-do lists and shopping stress. Here are a few reasons to step up your self-care routine during this busy period so you can usher in the new year, happily and healthily: Catch Some Z’s The holidays come on the heels of the end of Daylight Saving Time, and your body may still be adjusting to the time change.

Plus, with all the commitments of the season, you may be more likely to be pulling early mornings and late nights. These factors combined could be leaving you feeling drowsy during the day. Even more concerning, lack of sleep over time can contribute to a number of chronic health issues. Set yourself up for greater alertness and better health this winter by carving out time for sufficient, high-quality sleep. Having trouble nodding off ? Check out sleep aid apps that offer soundtracks, guided meditation and breathing exercises.

Gain Smile Confidence According to a 2020 Cigna Dental Report, smile satisfaction is one of the top three drivers of self confidence among U.S. adults. So while practicing good oral care and maintaining a solid beauty and self-care Plus

routine is always important, it’s especially so during a time of year when you may be eating extra sweets and smiling more for the camera.

The good news is that you can give yourself the gift of a healthy, beautiful smile

you can feel confident about, starting at an affordable price with the new Oral-B iO4 + iO5 electric toothbrush series. Multiple brushing modes offer a personalized clean, and when you brush for 2 minutes, which is what the American Dental Association rec-

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ommends, the brush lights up to celebrate the accomplishment. What’s more, the iO Series 5 provides you with real-time tracking and coaching via the Oral-B app, helping you commit to better oral care throughout the holidays and beyond.

The many innovative features of an Oral-B iO toothbrush, which include a pressure sensor that helps guide optimal brushing to protect gums and teeth, will help ensure you get a purifying, clean feel like you just left the dentist. In fact, 96% of Oral-B iO users feel more confident about their oral health when using an iO brush.

To learn more, visit oralb.com.

Reduce Stress The holidays are supposed to be fun, and yet, stress often creeps its way into the festivities. To be more present for all the joyful moments the season has to offer, keep your stress levels in check by prioritizing a bit of “me time” each day. Whether you use that time to take a brisk walk around the neighborhood, check out that fitness class you’ve been wanting to try or to curl up with a good book, you’ll be giving your mind and spirit the mental refresh that it needs.

During the season of giving, don’t neglect your own needs. For greater health and happiness, give your beauty and selfcare routine a tune-up over the holidays.

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Carly Yoost Named the 2022 Woman Volunteer of the Year at the Junior League of Boca Raton’s 35th Annual Luncheon Carly Yoost of Child Rescue Coalition was named the 2022 Woman Volunteer of the Year at the 35th annual luncheon and fashion show hosted by the Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR). The Lifetime Achievement Award went to Barbara Richardson.

Nonprofits from across South Florida nominated one of their top volunteers to be considered for Woman Volunteer of the Year. The nominees were honored and the recipients were named at the sold-out luncheon on November 4 at Boca West Country Club.

Carly Yoost’s work is nationally recognized for her global fight against child exploitation. After her father’s passing, Carly felt driven with purpose to carry on his legacy of protecting children. Carly is the founder and CEO of Child Rescue Coalition, where she volunteers 100% of her time to rescuing children. CRC technology is now being used by officers in 97 counties and has led to the arrest of over 14,000 child predators. Carly is the proud mother of two young children. Being a mother has strengthened her belief that children’s innocence is something we should all be fighting for.

Barbara Richardson, a founding member of Holy Ground in 2008, has served as Board Treasurer from 2008 until the present. Barbara acted as the organization’s ac-

countant until 2013. She has made a significant impact at Holy Ground. As Treasurer, she has kept Holy Ground on track and enabled the organization to grow and prosper.

Ms. Barbara, a mother of six, grandmother of eleven, great grandmother to nine, worked as an LPN for over twenty years and volunteered for numerous organizations. She states it’s “a privilege to serve the courageous and dedicated young moms and children.”

Nominees also included Laura Wilborn, CROS Ministries; Heather Shaw Fairs, Florence Fuller; Kelly Fleming, George Snow Scholarship Fund; Olga Lu-

cia Gaviria, Hispanic Entrepreneur Initiative; Barbara Richardson, Holy Ground PBC; Ashley Craig, The Diaper Bank— Covering South Florida; Linda Gunn Paton, YMCA of South Palm Beach County; Wendy Elliott, Brain Bowl Events; Kirsten Stephenson, Boca Raton Historical Society; Margi Cross, Junior League of Boca Raton; Maria Timmins Fife, Friends Of…; Anita Detert, Best Foot Forward; Carin Friedman, JARC FL; Marci Shatzman, American Association of Caregiving Youth; Dr. Leighan Roberts Rinker, Place of Hope; Summer Faerman, Achievement Centers for Children & Families; Christen Ritchy, Women’s Executive Club of Boca Raton; Doris Gillman, Sweet Dream Makers; Phyllis Melman, Israel Cancer Association USA; Wendy Dohner, Speak Up for Kids; Maggie Rosenberg, HomeSafe; Holly Schuttler, Impact 100; and Dr. Donna Holland, Eda and Cliff Viner Community Scholars Foundation.

Kathy Assaf served as honorary chair and Reilly Glasser, Amy Procacci and Ashley Huxhold Cole were event co-chairs.

“Carly Yoost and Barbara Richardson have contributed so much to the community. We were so pleased to be able to honor these truly deserving women,” Jamie Sauer, President of the Junior League said.

The JLBR partnered with the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation

and Christine E. Lynn Women’s Health & Wellness Institute as the Award Sponsor.

Bloomingdale’s produced a state-of-the-art runway show that entertained and inspired guests during the luncheon. BRIC Innovation Campus hosted this year’s kickoff event. Oceans 234 sponsored the nominee meet and greet. The media sponsor was Boca Raton Magazine. The 1971 Appreciation Party Hostess was Fabiola Hooker.

The Woman Volunteer of the year Committee members included Darina Bowerman, Mindi Brown, Donna Capparelli, Maria Fadeeva, Gwenn Feliciano, Reilly Glasser, Clarissa Gleichenhaus, Pattie Goldenberg, Ashley Huxhold Cole, Brooke Kaplan, Gina Lowy, Cheryl Marcus, Nicole Miranda, Anne Moody, Fabiola Padernacht, Tara Patton, Amy Procacci, Tracey Sommers, Alana St. John, Tracie Swanson, Lisa Talley, Sarah-Antonia Tkalec, Paige Gantt, Michelle Silverstone, Colleen Walls and Michelle Worthington Hillard.

The Woman Volunteer of the Year Luncheon celebrates outstanding women in the community nominated by nonprofit organizations throughout Palm Beach County and Northern Broward County for their dedication and expertise as volunteers, as well as the work they do to further the missions of the organizations they serve. Proceeds benefit the Junior League of Boca Raton.

BofA Names Boca Helping Hands and The Arc of Palm Beach County 2022 Neighborhood Builders Bank of America today announced that Boca Helping Hands and The Arc of Palm Beach County have been named as the 2022 Bank of America Neighborhood Builders® awardees for their work to remove economic barriers and advance socioeconomic opportunity in Palm Beach County. With a multi-year grant from the bank, the two organizations will expand programs and services that are addressing healthcare, education, employment, and basic needs for the underserved and those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Boca Helping Hands and The Arc of Palm Beach County will each receive a $200,000 grant over two years, comprehensive leadership training for the executive director and an emerging leader on topics ranging from increasing financial sustainability, human capital management, and strategic storytelling, join a network of peer organizations across the U.S., and access capital to expand their impact. The program continues to be the nation’s largest investment into nonprofit leadership development.

“Nonprofits like Boca Helping Hands and The Arc of Palm Beach County are the backbone to our community in Palm Beach County as they are dedicated to understanding the obstacles many individuals, families and community members are experiencing,” said Fabiola Brumley, president, Bank of America Palm Beach County. “It’s important that we direct not only capital, but also the necessary resources and training to help December 2 - December 8, 2022

position these nonprofits and their leadership team for long-term success as they grow strategically and make a positive impact.”

Boca Helping Hands uses a holistic approach to combat poverty by making food, medical, and financial assistance programs available to at-risk and vulnerable populations impacted by systemic and racial inequity. The bank’s funding will go towards expanding pantry bag distribution, healthcare access, and resource center emergency financial assistance, particularly helping the growing number of families who need food assistance due to inflation.

Boca Helping Hands Grants Manager Anna Campitelli Rubenstein will join Boca Helping Hands Executive Director Greg Hazle and participate in leadership development to advance Boca Helping Hands’ connections with funding sources and partnerships with other community organizations.

“Advanced communication training and learning about best practices will help us better promote to diverse audiences, advocate for our programs, recruit new supporters, and help us set clear expectations for projects and the organization as a whole,” said

Rubenstein. “Belonging to a larger network of nonprofit leaders that we can learn from and consult, brainstorm, and exchange ideas with is invaluable in our assessment of unmet community needs. The impacts can be further amplified when we share these lessons with our staff, board, and other local networks.”

The Arc of Palm Beach County strives to create a continuum of care for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities through prog ramming that advances disability inclusion and adult-care focused services. The bank’s funding will be used to expand employment services and programs, training technology needs, support travel, operational costs, and curriculum development. Specifically, they will be able to create a Hospitality and Tourism Certificate Program to provide adults with disabilities the qualifications needed to better secure sustainable job placement. The Arc of Palm Beach County Senior Director of Adult Day Services Kristie Giles will join The Arc’s CEO Kimberly McCarten and participate in leadership development to further future collaborations and inspire new avenues for The

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Arc of Palm Beach County’s programming.

“What I love about the opportunities for leadership development through the Bank of America grant is that they create a new environment of people from outside of my industry and from across the nation ready to share their unique perspectives,” said Kristie Giles, senior director of adult day services, The Arc of Palm Beach County.

“These conversations will undoubtedly spark ideas we can implement at our organization to improve our team, programs, and services. Further, it provides an excellent opportunity for potential collaborations and partnerships.”

In Palm Beach County, 27 nonprofits have been selected as Neighborhood Builders, with the bank investing more than $5.8 million into these local organizations since 2005. The invitation-only program is highly competitive, and organizations are selected by a committee comprised of community leaders and past Neighborhood Builders honorees.

Through 2021, Bank of America has invested over $280 million in 50 communities through Neighborhood Builders, partnering with more than 1,400 nonprofits and helping more than 2,800 nonprofit leaders strengthen their leadership skills. Neighborhood Builders is just one example of how Bank of America deploys capital in communities, builds cross-sector partnerships, and promotes socioeconomic progress as part of its approach to responsible growth.

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Schmidt Boca History Museum hosts international dignitary Lorraine Marks Field conducts the orchestra.

Loukas Tsokos, Consul General of Greece in Tampa

Florida Intergenerational Orchestra celebrates holidays with special concert Dec. 4

By Dale King

The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum will host a visit Saturday, Dec. 3, from Loukas Tsokos, Consul General of Greece.

The Tampa-based international dignitary will speak at 2:30 p.m. about Greek American relations as well as about Greece itself, covering topics such as politics, economy, history and culture. In particular, he will discuss a new higher education initiative that Greece will be launching in 2023.

The mission of the Greek Consulate General is to build on the longstanding cooperation between Greece and the United States and further enhance the bonds of friendship between the two nations.

Since 2021, Tsokos has held the position of Minister Plenipotentiary, ConsulGeneral of Greece in Tampa. Before that, he was the Counselor, Diplomatic Advisor for the Ministry of Citizen Protection in Athens, and earlier held the position of Counselor, Directorate Society

for NATO and Euroatlantic Affairs, MFA in Athens.

He holds a degree in law from the University of Aix En Provence, France and is fluent in Greek, English, French, and Spanish.

The dignitary’s visit to the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum coincides with an exhibit called “Fifty Years of Collecting.” The temporary display features artifacts and memorabilia -- everything from Floy Mitchell’s flapper dress to a circa 2000 Votomatic voting machine. These items show the breadth of the Boca Raton Historical Society’s collections acquired over the past half-century and tell a story about how Boca Raton has grown and changed since its establishment as a farming village in the 1890s.

Nowopen to the public Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., themuseum is in historic Town Hall at 71 N. Federal Highway. For more information, call 561-395-6766 or visitwww.BocaHistory.org.

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Boca Raton Historical Society, Garden Club selling holiday ornaments.

The Boca Raton Historical Society and the Boca Raton Garden Club are currently conducting their annual sale of holiday ornaments.

Mary Csar, executive director of the Historical Society and The Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum, recently revealed that the nonprofit organization’s annual commemorative holiday ornament —the 21 st in a series—celebrates the Old Inlet Bridge.

The first bridge over the Boca Raton Inlet, built in the late 1910s, was a fixed span that ran east to west south of the present span, she said.

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The violin section features Sara Korol, left, and her daughter, Celeste Korol,who, at age 9, is the youngest member of the Intergenerational Orchestra.

Violin section of Intergenerational Orchestra

The painted violin collection will be available for purchase at a live and silentauction event to benefit the Florida Intergenerational Orchestra Jan. 22 at Boca Grove Country Club. Chairpersons are Dr. Roger and Michele Spott. The auctioneer Neil Saffer.

Lorraine Marks Field, violinist and conductor of the orchestra, is shown with her husband, Bob Field, pianist and orchestra manager.

Florida Intergenerational Orchestra celebrates holidays with special concert Dec. 4

By Dale King The holidays are here – and the Boca community is about to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year.

The Boca Raton-based Florida Intergenerational Orchestra holds the first concert of its season Sunday, Dec. 4, at 3 p.m. at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 22094 Lyons Road in Boca Raton.

Dubbed “A Very Merry Holiday Concert,” the performance will feature holiday favorites and light classical music. On hand, naturally, will be Santa Claus, and reportedly Elvis will be in the building as well.

The event will also include an original song by Bob Field, the orchestra manager and pianist, scored for orchestra by esteemed92-year-old conductor and arranger Peter Fuchs. The tune is called “On A Wing and A Prayer,” and it will become the orchestra’s theme song.

There will also be an original Christmas composition

by Christopher Maners.

Award-winning dancers will bring some fancy footwork to the special Sunday afternoon show.

The FLIOA will also be collecting toys for the four Boca Raton Rotary Clubs’ Toy Drives. Anyone can bring an unwrapped toy to the concert to be donated to underprivileged children in the community.

On display during the concert will be violins painted by local artist Yaacov Heller, using a Fiddler on the Roof theme. He will also be bringing his Ukrainian theme artwork. The orchestra will be performing the Ukrainian National Anthem along with Christmas and Hanukkah holiday favorites such as “White Christmas,” “The Christmas Waltz,” “The Dreidel Song” and “Rock of Ages.”

Another highlight will be Carter Reese performing the Two Violin Concerto by Vivaldi with Jill Arbetter, executive director of the Elmar Oliveira International Violin Competition. They will be coached for this perforDecember 2 - December 8, 2022

Lorraine Marks Field conducts the orchestra.

mance by Elmar Oliveira himself.

TheFloridaIntergenerational Orchestra of America under the direction of founder, Lorraine Marks Field, is a 501(c)(3)nonprofit and a volunteer orchestra for players who wish to share and develop their artistic talents while enjoying music-making in a friendly orchestral setting.The repertoire is carefully chosen to accommodate the ensemble’s need for music with a wide range of styles and difficulty.

The non-profit orchestra, featuring musicians ranging in age from 9 to 91, was honored by the State of Florida, Department of Elder Affairs, with the “Legacy Award” for its intergenerational concept.

For more information, e-mailstrings4all@aol.com.

Check out the website atwww.flioa.org.

Program highlights are: “Syncopated Clock” with audience participation “The Christmas Song” with Elvis “White Christmas” with Elvis Songs fromFiddleron the Roof by the chamber orchestra “The Waltz of the Flowers” by the full orchestra A Christmas Fantasia patapan by local composer Chris Maners The Christmas Waltz Premier of “On a Wing and a Prayer” by Boca Raton composer/pianist Bob Field.

Overture from “Die Fledermaus,” the operetta composed by Johann Strauss Vivaldi Concertofor two violins performed byJillArbetterand 14-year-old Carter Reese Festival of Light, Hanukah medley sung by Cantor Bill Wood Holiday Sing-Along The Radetsky March www.bocaratontribune.com

Lorraine Marks Field and her husband, Bob Field, are shown with the violins painted by artist Yaacov Heller.

“Twas the Night Before Christmas” with special guest narrator. with Special guest narrator Special events and guests include Intergenerational narrators for the concert, Dariel Reid and Art Goldstein; Santa marches with children; painted violins displayed; award-winning dancers; violinists for Vivaldi coaches by famed violinist Elmar Oliveira of Lynn University; coloring tables in the bake for young children and parents to enjoy and raffle prizes.

General admission is $20 or $40 for VIP tickets (first three rows). Children under 12 are admitted free. For information, call 561-922-3134orvisit www.flioa.org

Lorraine Marks Field plays the violin while her husband, Bob Field, plays the piano. They perform together for community functions such as at the recent Woman Volunteer of the Year event in November 2022.

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Boca Raton Toy Drive Releases 2nd Annual Christmas Ornament

By Dale King The 16 th annual Rotary Club-sponsored Toy Drive will take place Sunday, Dec. 4, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Sugar Sand Park at 300 S. Military Trail.

The event, first put together by Douglas Heizer and David Wilson, will have numerous free activities, food, drinks and visits with Santa Claus.

The most famous activity of the annual toy drive is a ride on the carousel, which Boca Raton’s Rotary Clubs helped construct. In appreciation of their assistance, Sugar Sand Park allows them to use the carousel once a year, so they decided to use it as an extra incentive to get people out for the toy drive, while providing some family fun entertainment. As part of the Toy Drive, donors can purchase a Rotary Christmas Ornament. The first ornament was sold last year, and both the 2021 and 2022 decorations are on sale now.

Boca Raton Historical Society, Garden Club selling holiday ornaments.

By Dale King

Rendering of the Old Inlet Bridge

The Boca Raton Historical Society and the Boca Raton Garden Club are currently conducting their annual sale of holiday ornaments.

Mary Csar, executive director of theHistorical SocietyandThe Schmidt Boca Raton HistoryMuseum, recently revealed that the nonprofit organization’s annual commemorative holiday ornament —the 21 st in a series—celebrates theOld Inlet Bridge.

The first bridge over the Boca Raton Inlet, built in the late 1910s, was a fixed span that ran east to west south of the present span, she said.

In 1920, it was replaced with a wooden “bascule bridge” at the behest of Boca Raton Club owner Clarence Geist. Though picturesque, it was only one lane wide and by the 1960s had become rather derelict.

In 1963, it was replaced with the current span, which stretches “diagonally” over Lake Boca Raton from northeast to southwest and north of the old bridge.

In 1998, the talented Boca Raton artistBarbara Montgomery O’Connellcreated the first ornament – one depicting old Town Hall—for the Boca Raton Historical Society. A 30-year resident of Boca Raton, the artist has donated her time and talent ever since to create the artwork on the annual ornament, always based on information and photographs from the Boca Raton Historical Society.

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“We produce fewer than 150 holiday collectibles each year,” explained Csar. “So local history buffs and holiday fans should make their purchases today at the museum’s gift shop, located at 71 N. Federal Highway in downtown Boca Raton.” For more information, call 561-395-6766 or visitwww.BocaHistory.org.

In addition, the Boca Raton Garden Club is marking the holiday season by making available an ornament which this year honors the Boca Raton Orchid Society.

The solid brass, 24-karat gold-plated decorative piece is the 28 th in the series that began in 1994.

The price is $20. A leaflet with more information about the ornament is included.

The club can be reached via email at bocasgarden@gmail.com or by calling 561-395-9376 and leaving a message.

The Garden Club was established 69 years ago with the purpose of beautifying local parks and improving the city’s landscapes. The club also carries on its founder’s legacy of supporting continuing education through monthly general meeting programs, horticulture lectures, field trips and floral design classes.

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Secure either or both the 2021 and 2022 ornaments now using this link: https://www.bocaratontoydrive.com/ Both ornaments depict the Sugar Sand Park Carousel.

All six Boca Raton Rotary Clubs work together to put on annual Toy Drive to gather donations to benefit area children. The entire event is put together through volunteer work, so more volunteers are always welcome at any time before, during and after the toy drive. Some of the various volunteer opportunities include tasks such as set-up, graphic design, toy pick-up, organization and break-down.

THE TEAM OF ROTARY CLUBS OF BOCA RATON – DISTRICT 6930 Involved in the annual Toy Drive includes: Boca Raton: https://rotaryclubbocaraton.com/ Boca Raton Downtown: https://www.rotarydowntownbocaraton.org/ Boca Raton Sunrise: https://portal.clubrunner. ca/9366/ Boca Raton West: https://www.rotarybocaratonwest.org/

tively participates in fundraising through plant sales, annual club ornaments and commemorative bricks, as well as its Holiday House craft event and bake sale.

The Boca Raton Orchid Society was started in 1989 with just 27 members. Since then, it has grown tremendously and now has a membership of more than 140. South Florida’s subtropical climate is perfect for growing an astounding variety of warm to intermediate temperature orchids in Palm Beach County.

Each year, its members enjoy several fun-filled orchid events, including an awards meeting in December and the highlight event, the Annual Valentine’s Day Show & Sale scheduled for Feb. 11-12, 2023.

The Boca Raton Toy Drive Christmas Ornament is on sale now! Secure your 2022 ornament now using this link https://www.bocaratontoydrive.com/ About the Toy Drive The Annual Toy Drive never fails to bring the community together for the common good as an annual family event. Families come out to enjoy free carousel rides, food, and Santa, all while bringing toys and donations for this Rotary event. All six Rotary Clubs have partnered together over the years to host a successful Toy Drive.

You can purchase either the 2021 or 2022 ornaments, or both. Prices and shipping costs are available online.

The Boca Raton Garden Club’s ornament honoring the Boca Raton Orchid Society.

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FAU to Host Former First Lady for Symposium on the American Presidency Florida Atlantic University’s 2023 Alan B. and Charna Larkin Symposium on the American Presidency presents “A Conversation with Laura W. Bush and Barbara Pierce Bush,” on Saturday, Feb. 11, 2023 at 4 p.m. The lecture, which will be moderated by presidential historian Timothy Naftali, will take place in the Carole and Barry Kaye Auditorium, FAU Student Union, 777 Glades Road, Boca Raton campus. Tickets are $35-125 and can be purchased at www.fauevents.com or 561-297-6124. Group pricing and student pricing are also available.

Bush served as the first lady of the United States from 2001 to 2009 with former U.S. President George W. Bush, and is an advocate for literacy, education and women’s rights. After leaving the White House, she and the president founded the George W. Bush Presidential Center in Dallas, Texas, which is home to the Bush Presidential Museum and Library and the George W. Bush Institute, a public policy center established to solve today’s most pressing challenges by developing leaders, advancing policy and taking action.

Pierce Bush, the daughter of the first

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lady and president, is an executive-in-residence at Schmidt Futures, a venture facility and foundation for public benefit focused on technology and society, shared prosperity, and scientific benefit. In this role, she supports racial justice, global health and COVID-19 investments and programs, along with some of the world’s most talented entrepreneurs through the Entrepreneur in Residence program.

Pierce Bush is also co-founder and board chair of Global Health Corps (GHC), an organization that mobilizes young leaders to solve the world’s most pressing health issues, serving as its CEO for its first nine years. Since 2009, GHC has placed more than 1,000 young leaders on the front lines of health equity in East Africa, Southern Africa, and the United States, developing a cadre of creative, effective and compassionate change makers.

Naftali is an associate professor at New York University, a CNN presidential historian and also has moderated past Larkin symposiums at FAU. Since its founding in 2007, the Alan B. and Charna Larkin Symposium has welcomed author Doris Kearns Goodwin, former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright, journalists/authors Bob Woodward and Carl Bernstein; Eugene Robinson of the Washington Post; and historian David McCullough.

The Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park George Gershwin. Irving Berlin. Johnny Mercer. Harold Arlen. Sheldon Harnick.

Jerry Herman. These composers and many more will be highlighted in To Life 3: Stories & Music Celebrating the Contributions of Jewish Composers to the Great Hollywood Musicals. The production will run from January 20th through February 5th at The Willow Theatre in Boca Raton’s Sugar Sand Park. To Life 3 is a follow-up to two previous To Life productions – both of which sold out at the Willow Theatre in 2019 and 2020.

Featuring amusing anecdotes and fascinating historical facts, along with tributes to some of the greatest Jewish performers in Hollywood history, including Eddie Cantor, Danny Kaye, and Barbara Streisand, To Life 3 will be performed by five of South Florida’s award-winning musical theatre artists: Julie Kleiner, Bruno Faria, Michael Materdomini, Amy Tanner, and Shari Upbin.

Hy Juter (Jupiter Theater Company, LLC) will produce the show: “We’re extremely excited about this iteration of our To Life series,” he says. “This time we’re focusing on Hollywood and the outstanding talents that contributed to those great musicals we all remember. We have an amazing cast – their talent is extraordinary! Our director, Shari Upbin, has also written the show this year. Her background in theatre and her extensive knowledge of the Hollywood musical made her a natural choice to continue our tradition of presenting audiences with

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a unique combination of history, music, and fun!”

Upbin will also direct the production, and Bobby Peaco will serve as music director and pianist.

“To Life 1 and 2 featured the Jewish composers of Broadway,” Upbin says. “But what most people don’t realize is first of all, how many of them transitioned to Hollywood, and secondly, that there were numerous Jewish composers who wrote primarily for ‘the movies’. I had an amazing time writing the script for the show,” she continues. “I learned so much – there are so many fascinating stories involving these amazingly talented individuals I can’t wait to share with our audiences. And of course, I couldn’t leave out some of the greatest Jewish stars who left their indelible marks – Eddie Cantor, Danny Kaye, Barbra Streisand… so many and so memorable.”

To Life 3 will run from January 20 through February 5 at the Willow Theatre in Sugar Sand Park. Tickets are $43; group rates (6 or more tickets purchased in one transaction) are $38. Tickets can be purchased online at www.sugarsandpark.org/life-3 or by phone at 561-347-3948. The Willow Theatre is located at 300 South Military Trail, in Boca Raton’s Sugar Sand Park (33486).

For more information about To Life 3: Stories & Music Celebrating the Contributions of Jewish Composers to the Great Hollywood Musicals please contact Carol Kassie at carol@carolkassie.com / 561-4459244.

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PBSC selected as an Amazon Career Choice program education partner Pa l m B e a ch State College has been selected as an education partner for Amazon’s Career Choice program, providing the global company’s hourly employees with access to its more than 130 degree and certificate programs. In the U.S., Amazon is investing $1.2 billion to upskill more than 300,000 employees by 2025 to help move them into higher-paying, indemand jobs.

“This is an incredible opportunity for Palm Beach State College to support the education and training needs of Amazon’s workforce locally and around the nation,’’ said Ava L. Parker, J.D., PBSC president. “Our academic programs include areas such as cybersecurity, business and supply chain management that will benefit Amazon employees in their varying roles.”

“We’re looking forward to Palm Beach State College coming on board as an education partner for Career Choice, adding to the hundreds of best-in-class

“This is an incredible opportunity for Palm Beach State College to support the education and training needs of Amazon’s workforce locally.” offerings available to our employees,” said Tammy Thieman, global program lead of Amazon’s Career Choice program.

PBSC, which will celebrate its 90th anniversary in 2023, is a leading institution of higher education in Palm Beach County offering bachelor’s and associate degrees and professional certificates at five convenient campus locations throughout Palm Beach County and through PBSC Online.

“With constant changes in our technology-driven society and in how people receive goods and services, it’s important to have a well-trained workforce ready to meet those needs. We’re happy to play a role in that, and we thank Amazon for this partnership,” Parker said.

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PBSC has been named five times among the top 150 community colleges in the nation eligible to compete for the Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence. It also has been chosen a “Top 10” Military Friendly® School for the fourth consecutive year by VIQTORY, a highly regarded military publisher; is ranked among the Top Online Colleges by Newsweek and Statista; and is recognized as one of the Top 100 Colleges for Hispanic Students by Hispanic Outlook magazine.

Amazon’s Career Choice program is an education benefit that empowers employees to learn new skills for career success at Amazon or elsewhere.

The program meets individual learners where they are on their education journey through a variety of education and upskilling opportunities including pre-paid college tuition, industry certifications designed to lead to in-demand jobs, and foundational skills such as English language proficiency, high school diplomas, and GEDs. In the U.S., the company is investing $1.2 billion to upskill more than 300,000 employees by 2025 to help move them into higher-paying, in-demand jobs.

Amazon’s Career Choice program has a rigorous selection process for thirdparty partner educators, choosing partners that are focused on helping employees through their education programs, assisting them with job placements, and overall offering education that leads to career success.

“We’re committed to empowering our employees by providing them access to the education and training they need to grow their careers, whether that’s with us or elsewhere,’’ Thieman added. “We have intentionally created a partner network of third-party educators and employers committed to providing excellent education, job placement resources, and continuous improvements to the experience.

Today, over 900,000 Amazon employees around the world have participated in Career Choice and we’ve seen first-hand how it can transform their lives.”

FAU Diplomacy Team Places First at Washington DC Competition The Leon Charney Diplomacy Program at Florida Atlantic University recently competed in the annual diplomacy competition in Washington, D.C. The program received seven Delegation awards, finishing first place overall out of 61 competing universities. FAU was represented by 72 students who joined more than 800 college students from other universities, representing various countries as students step into the shoes of diplomats to solve global problems.

FAU’s diplomacy prog ram has won a total of five national titles and is currently the top-ranked academic diplomacy program in the country.

The Leon Charney Diplomacy Program, which trains students in world affairs, dispute resolution and debate, was established in 1996 and is a unit of the Peace, Justice & Human Rights Initiative.

To date, the program has won 66 nation-

al and international awards for academic excellence.

In 2017, the program was named to honor the diplomatic legacy of Leon Charney, who played a key role in the 1978 Camp David Accords.

FAU professors Jeffrey Morton, Ph.D., Annette LaRocco, Ph.D., and Timothy Steigenga, Ph.D., all direct the program, which will next compete in Kobe, Japan.

“Experiential learning for our students in the Leon Charney Diplomacy Program uniquely prepares them for myriad careers in which research, presentation of complex ideas, and cross-cultural negotiation are key elements of success,” said Michael Horswell, Ph.D., dean of the Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters.

“Dr. Morton and his colleagues have mentored our students to an unprecedented level of national titles, and we are very proud of that achievement.”

Titus Center Speaker Prompts Leaders to Leverage Platforms for Success Dr. K. Shelette Stewart wasn’t a fan of the squirmy, slimy worms she used to catch fish from Lake Erie with her family, but she took the lessons she learned — creating a target area and audience, having a line, reeling in the catches — and built a 20-plus year career with global brands.

Stewart shared those lessons, centered on the topic Driving Business Results by Leveraging the 5th “P” of Marketing: Your PLATFORM with a room full of marketplace leaders and business students Wednesday at the Titus Center for Franchising Advisory Board meeting. She challenged everyone in the room to identify their mission, vision and purpose in life.

“It’s important to have a God-given vision for your platform and what it means for you as an individual and organization,” Stewart said.

Stewart commended Titus Center Executive Director John P. Hayes for his passion to make sure the students were exposed to her talk. Often, senior business leaders are the only ones in the room, she said. Stewart has been a consultant for Chick-fil-A, Coca-Cola, Texas Instruments (TI) and Harvard Business School, among many other organizations.

Whether Stewart is sharing with leaders from explicitly Christian or secular organizations, “The principles are still the same. That’s a testament to the God we

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serve,” she said.

Stewart asked her audience to pair up and describe a brand they admire to teach them about the importance of having a positive platform.In an interactive part of her talk, Stewart had the audience pair up.

The partners were to name a brand they admire and a word they associate with that brand. When the crowd came back together and called out their brands and adjectives, Stewart probed them to observe what all the words have in common — they’re all positive.

“Your platform should be positive at a very foundational level,” Stewart said.

For students or those working outside the corporate suite, Stewart observed that it’s not only the chief marketing officer’s job to brand the company.

“If you are an ambassador for Christ, you are a leader,” she said.

She encouraged leaders to ask “What does our team do well that no one else does?” The answer is what will get them through the “VUCA” years, Stewart said, using an acronym to describe volatile, uncertain, complex or ambiguous conditions.

“Your platform helps you survive in the VUCA environment,” Stewart said.

“It’s a part of who you are authentically as a leader. This will distinguish you from your competitors.”

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PBSC and YMCA of the Palm Beaches partner for health and fitness services Palm Beach State College and the YMCA of the Palm Beaches held a ribbon-cutting ceremony Nov. 29, officially marking their new partnership for health and fitness services at the College’s Lake Worth campus.

Under the partnership agreement, the YMCA now manages PBSC’s Wellness Center, which opened in 2013, and oversees fitness services and combined group exercises. The YMCA’s 3,000 members can now use the fitness facilities at the Wellness Center, while PBSC students and employees who already had access to the Wellness Center, can now participate in group exercises and fitness services led by YMCA instructors.

The ribbon-cutting and celebration, held outdoors in front of the Wellness Center, included tours and fitness demonstrations by some of those instructors, students and members of the PBSC men’s basketball team.

Palm Beach State College and YMCA representatives cut the ribbon signifying the new partnership. Click the image to view more photos. Photo Credit Carol McDonald. Video credit Julie Somera “It is a great partnership for us because there is a lot of possibility and a lot of future initiatives that we’re exploring doing together,’’ said Peter Barbatis, Ed.D., vice president of Student Servic-

es and Enrollment Management at Palm Beach State College, who led the initiative with YMCA officials.

“We’re excited about the opportunity to engage in such an important partnership in the life of our C o l l e g e,’ ’ added PBSC President Ava L. Parker, J.D. With P B S C , w h i c h opened in 1933 as F l o r i d a ’s first public community college, approaching its 90th anniversary in 2023, Parker said the partnership comes at an ideal time to continue carrying out the original mission for a community college system in Florida to provide access to education and services within close proximity to residents’ homes. She said it also will allow children who visit the facilities with their families to gain early exposure to the educational possibilities for their future. In addition to academic programs, the Lake Worth campus already engages

the community through the Duncan Theatre programming, as well as athletic and other events.

“It’s a natural progression that we have an opportunity for a site just like this that will provide for the mind, body and soul not just for our s tu d en ts, but also for our faculty and staff and, most importantly, for our community,’’ Parker said. “I feel like we’re living out the mission of the founding fathers of the community colleges when we develop a partnership that has a reason for bringing our community to us and a way to better serve them.”

The partnership also came at a critical time for the YMCA, which relocated earlier this year from its former Palm Springs site to Lake Lytal Park and now operates the Palm Beach County’s aquatics center. While it had space for classes, it did not have space for a fitness center.

It also operates a county pool at John Prince Park.

“The Y’s focuses are youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. I can’t think of a better way to celebrate youth development through the life span. We’re looking forward to bringing

“The Y’s focuses are youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.” our families and our young people to see what might be waiting for them after they finish high school and the many opportunities that the College offers,’’ said Tim Coffield, Ph.D., president and CEO of the YMCA of the Palm Beaches.

Under the YMCA’s management, the Wellness Center also offers extended hours of 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Fridays.

“This relationship is only the beginning of something that will grow,’’ added Tim Leuliette, board chair of the YMCA of the Palm Beaches.

American Heritage Schools Has Been Recognized For its Philanthropic Distinctions, Ranked #12 in South Florida Business Journal’s Annual Book of Lists 2022 American Heritage Schools is pleased to be recognized for its philanthropic distinctions by the South Florida Business Journal (SFBJ) in the publication’s new “Book of Lists” rankings. American Heritage Schools has been ranked as the No. 12 in Corporate Philanthropy in South Florida.

Last year, American Heritage Schools proudly supported the community by contributing to over 320 benefitting causes through over $750,000 given in corporate donations and over 625,000 hours of community service.

With over 88 student-run clubs, as well as the schools’ Pre-Professional Program partnerships with local hospitals and nonprofit organizations, the philanthropic desire to help others locally and globally is at the heart of everything the students, families, faculty and administrators do at American Heritage Schools. Every year, fundraising goals are surpassed, and there is no limit to what can be accomplished.

“At American Heritage Schools, compassion is one of our main pillars and is demonstrated through numerous community involvement and service initiatives that help better our campuses and the world,” said Dr. Douglas Laurie, president of American Heritage Schools. “In addition to this recognition for our corporate philanthropy, I am proud of our students, faculty and administration for their unwavering commitment to giving back both inside and outside of the classroom through partnerships Community

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American Heritage Schools was also ranked as the No. 1 Private School and the No. 24 Largest Employer in South Florida in the “Book of Lists” rankings. SFBJ is the leading source for business news, data and networking in Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach counties. SFBJ’s “Book of Lists” provides readers with more than 1,000 of the most significant area companies in their fields, by ranking.

Since its founding over 55 years ago, American Heritage Schools has become known as a leading private school for academic excellence throughout the nation, and enrollment has steadily increased to approximately 4,800 students in PK3 through 12th grades at the Broward and Palm Beach campuses.

A strong work ethic is evident in all facets of American Heritage Schools. American Heritage Schools in Broward, Florida, is the No. 1 high school in Florida and No. 2 private school in the nation for the highest number of National Merit Scholars; the Schools’ Palm Beach campus is No. 2 school in Florida and the No. 5 private school in the nation for the highest number of National Merit Scholars.

The school is home to the No. 1 math competition team out of all private schools in the U.S. The Model UN team is top 3 in the nation, and the Speech and Debate team is in the top 1% in the nation. American Heritage Schools is the No. 1 K-12 Private School in Florida, according to Niche.

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SPORTS Herman To Lead Florida Atlantic Football Tom Herman has been named Hagerty Family Head Football Coach at Florida Atlantic University, Vice President and Director of Athletics Brian White announced Thursday.

Herman has served as head coach at both Houston and Texas, compiling a 54-22 overall record. He has led his teams to six bowl games in six years as a head coach and is undefeated as a head coach in the postseason. In addition to his head coaching success, Herman is known as a prolific recruiter and offensive mastermind, coaching numerous high-powered offensive units throughout his career.

“It is an honor to have the opportunity to lead the Florida Atlantic can Athletic Conference.”

Herman’s most recent head coachfootball program,” Herman said. “I’m incredibly grateful to Brian White, ing stint was with Texas, where he President Kelly, Mary Giardina and coached the Longhorns for four seaeveryone else who was involved in the sons (2017-2020) and compiled a 32search process. All the pieces are in 18 record. He also has National Footplace at FAU for us to be successful. ball League experience, serving with There are already great young men on the Chicago Bears in 2021.

Texas had four consecutive winthis team, great facilities, a great location, a great recruiting base and great ning seasons and four consecutive leadership, all of which are important bowl wins under his leadership. Herman’s Longhorns boasted Top 20 ofto building a successful program.” fensive units in White said scoring and total Her man immeoffense in both diately stood out 2020 and 2019. throughout the His quarterback search process.

Herman’s most recent Sam Ehlinger be“We are inhead coaching stint was came just the third credibly excited Longhorn ever to welcome Tom with Texas, where he (along with Colt Herman to Paracoached the Longhorns McCoy and Vince dise,” White said.

Young) to com“Throughout the for four seasons (2017pile over 4,000 process and the 2020) and compiled a yards of total ofmore we talked fense in 2019.

32-18 record. with Coach HerIn 2018, Herman, the more it man led the Longbecame apparent horns to a 10to me that he was 4 mark, a Sugar the right person Bowl victory and a Big 12 Championto lead our football program. Beyond his knowledge of the game, which is ship Game appearance in just his secobvious by his success over the years, ond season at the helm. The 2019 Allhe also truly cares about the young state Sugar Bowl marked Herman’s people in his program. He has coached second appearance in a New Year’s Six winning programs everywhere he has Bowl Game in just four seasons.

Prior to his tenure at Texas, Herbeen and we believe he can be tremenman served as head coach for the 2015 dously successful at FAU as well.” and 2016 seasons at Houston. With the “We are thrilled to welcome Coach Cougars, Herman put together a 22-4 Herman to the FAU family,” said FAU President John Kelly. “He is a proven record. In his first season at UH, Herleader with a history of coaching win- man led the Cougars to an 11-1 record ning teams, and a commitment to de- that concluded with a victory in the inveloping student-athletes who succeed augural American Athletic Conference on the field and in the classroom. I Championship Game, a 38-24 win over have no doubt that Coach Herman will Florida State in the Peach Bowl and a lead the Owls into a new era of suc- No. 8 ranking in both major polls. Hercess as we prepare to join the Ameri- man was named First-Year Coach of December 2 - December 8, 2022

the Year by the Football Writers Association of America in 2015.

In his second season at Houston, the Cougars were 9-3 with victories over Oklahoma and Louisville, which were each ranked No. 3 at the time.

UH boasted the No. 15 defense in the nation and the No. 34-ranked offense when Herman left UH to take over at Texas.

Prior to his arrival at Houston, Herman helped develop record-setting and explosive offenses in each of his 10 seasons as an offensive coordinator, including three seasons as offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Ohio State where he won the 2014 Broyles Award as the nation’s top assistant coach. He helped the Buckeyes win the 2015 College Football Championship (following the 2014 season). Herman’s offense in 2014 accomplished all that with a pair of backup quarterbacks. In fact, Herman led freshman backup J.T. Barrett to a fifthplace finish in Heisman voting follow-

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ing the 2014 season.

Herman, who was named the 2013 Rivals.com Big Ten Recruiter of the Year and national Top 25 recruiter, arrived in Columbus after spending three years as the offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach at Iowa State.

During his time at Iowa State from 2009-11, Herman’s well-balanced offense was very evident as Iowa State quarterback Austen Arnaud ended his career as the Cyclones’ No. 2 all-time leading passer with 6,777 yards and 42 touchdown passes, while running back Alexander Robinson finished his Iowa State career as the Cyclones’ fourth alltime leading rusher with 3,309 yards.

Herman spent 2007 and 2008 as offensive coordinator at Rice before heading to Iowa State. During his two seasons with the Owls, his offenses broke over 40 school records and, in his second season, the Owls won 10 games and went to a bowl for the first time since 1954.

Prior to Rice, Herman directed offensive attacks for two years (2005-06) at Texas State, where Bobcat squads led the Southland Conference in total offense. The 2005 Texas State club was eighth nationally in scoring and made a run to the FCS semifinals in the school’s first appearance in the Division 1-AA playoffs.

Herman began his coaching career in 1998 as a wide receivers coach at Texas Lutheran, before serving as a graduate assistant at Texas in 1999 and 2000. He worked four years (200104) at Sam Houston State, helping the Bearkats to two conference titles, as well as quarterfinal and semifinal berths in the FCS playoffs.

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Laskey scores 31, Montalvo Breaks Assist Record in Win over Rollins The Palm Beach Atlantic men’s basketball team resumed play after taking a week off for Thanksgiving, hosting SSC foe Rollins on Wednesday night.

Bryce Laskey and the Sailfish (3-1, 1-1 SSC) put on a show in front of a ruckus Rubin Arena. The Pennsylvania native scored 31 points on seven 3-pointers to help lead the Sailfish to a close 93-89 win over the Tars (3-3, 0-2 SSC).

The win marks the first SSC win for the Sailfish this season. PBA moves to a 3-1 record to match its best start since 2019.

Laskey was aided by Marcus Montalvo, Will Lee, and Jalen Cooper. Lee was hitting from three tonight as well, scoring 17 points on five triples with nine assists and four steals. Montalvo broke PBA’s singlegame assist record, dropping 15 dimes with 11 points and four steals. Cooper finished one rebound shy of a double-double, totaling 16 points and nine boards.

The game was fast-paced from the very start. Rollins jumped out to a quick 8-0 lead, but the Sailfish settled down and got a couple of looks at the rim for Cooper early in the game. Rollins started off in a 1-3-1 zone which left a couple of shots open for Lee and Laskey from downtown.

The Tars held a nine-point lead with seven minutes left in the first half. Lee, Laskey, Montalvo, and Aleksa Rakic, put PBA in front with a 15-5 run. RC recovered to take a 48-44 lead into the locker room. Laskey had 11 points at the break, followed by Lee and Cooper recording nine points each.

Rollins led for nearly the entire first 10 minutes of the second half. The Sailfish

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caught fire from three again, with buckets from Montalvo, Laskey, and Trent McNair. The three-pointers gave the ‘Fish a 72-70 lead. The Tars stormed back to take an 85-78 lead after some PBA turnovers.

The ‘Fish kept fighting, and a layup by Cooper and three triples from Laskey flipped the script on the Tars and put PBA ahead 89-85.

With 20 seconds left, the Sailfish led by six until two quick buckets from the Tars cut the ‘Fish lead to two. Laskey sunk one free throw to make it a three-point game but missed the second shot to give the Tars a chance to tie it with eight seconds to go.

Rollins pushed it up the floor, but Montalvo played the hero with a strip and steal to seal the game for PBA. He hit another free throw to lead to the 93-89 win.

The Sailfish finished the game with a scorching 46 percent 3-point percentage, hitting 16 as a team, one shy of a singlegame record. The two teams were as even as they could be, tying with 23 points off turnovers each and 31 rebounds each.

PBA hits the road to face Saint Leo on Saturday at 6 p.m.

FAU Baseball Announces 2023 Regular Season Schedule

Florida Atlantic University head baseball coach John McCormack announced the 2023 season schedule on Tuesday. The Owls will play 55 regular season games, including 33 at home at FAU Baseball Stadium.

“We are very excited about the 2023 schedule.” said Head baseball coach John McCormack. “It will be challenging. One-third of the games will be against teams that played in the NCAA tournament last year. We’ll need to be ready as soon as the first pitch is thrown. There’s also a bittersweet note to it as this is our last season in Conference USA. I have enjoyed the competition and the friends I have made in the league. Come on out to the ballpark.

It will be a good season of baseball.”

The 2023 season begins at home on February 17 with a three-game series against Monmouth (24-27 in 2022).

The Owls will also welcome future American Athletic Conference foe USF (28-29) to Boca Raton on Feb. 24-26.

Other early season home non-conference matchups include UCONN (5016) (March 3-5) and a four-game series with Harvard (19-22) (March 10-13).

The Owls will play the first of two with UCF (35-25) on Feb. 21 in Orlando. FAU will host the Knights on March 28. The Owls will meet Florida Gulf Coast (35-23) four times – at home on April 4 and May 16 and in Fort Myers on April 11 and May 9.

The Owls will also go to battle against Miami (40-20) four times this season. The Canes will make the trip north on February 28 and April 19 while the Owls travel to Coral Gables on March 22 and April 25.

After a year apart, the Owls will resume their yearly visit to the swamp on March 7. The last time FAU met the Gators (42-24) in 2021, they came away with a 3-2 win over then-No. 6 ranked UF. FAU will begin its final season in Conference USA with a trip to UTSA on March 17-19. This year, the league will feature 10 teams after the addition of Dallas Baptist (34-24-1). The Patri-

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ots will visit Boca Raton April 14-16.

The Owls will welcome Middle Tennessee (29-26) for the C-USA home opener on March 24. Rice (17-39) makes a visit to close out the month (March 31-April 2) and FIU (16-34) (April 2830) and LA Tech (43-21) (May 12-14) round out the home conference schedule. The Owls will also meet FIU in Miami on Easter weekend (April 6-8).

In addition to UTSA and FIU, road trips include WKU (18-36) (April 2123), Charlotte (36-22) (May 5-7) and UAB (31-25) (May 18-20). The Conference USA tournament begins May 23 and will be hosted by Rice in Houston, Texas.

“We are very excited about the 2023 schedule.” said Head baseball coach John McCormack. “It will be challenging.”

FAU will face five teams that earned NCAA Regional bids in 2022. Florida advanced to the regional final where they fell to eventual CWS runner-up Oklahoma. Miami rose to as high as No. 2 in the country a season ago and saw their campaign end against eventual National Champion Ole Miss. UCONN last visited Boca Raton in 2015.

The Huskies reached the Super Regional in 2022 and came up one win short of advancing to Omaha.

Defending C-USA tournament champion LA Tech and conference newcomer Dallas Baptist were placed next to each other in the Austin Regional. The Bulldogs earned the win over DBU before falling to Texas and Air Force.

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Expert Orthopedic Care Close to Home Isn’t Just for Athletes

If you’re suffering from an orthopedic problem — whether it’s a bad back, a sore knee or shoulder, a sports injury or arthritis — even a short drive can make the pain worse. Thanks to two convenient Baptist Health Orthopedic Care locations in Palm Beach County, you have easy access to the experts who have the experience, technology and facilities to treat your problem quickly.

“Seeing a professional sooner rather than later can often prevent more complex problems down the road,” says orthopedic surgeon Anthony Miniaci, M.D., deputy chief medical executive of Baptist Health Orthopedic Care. “Most orthopedic issues don’t require surgery, but whether yours does or doesn’t, it’s our goal to get you back to a pain-free lifestyle.”

The team at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care includes orthopedic surgeons specialized in joint replacement, foot and ankle, trauma and sports medicine, primary care sports medicine physicians and physical medicine and rehabilitation specialists. With a wide range of expertise, the team can handle everything from the most common injuries to the most complex.

With increasing life expectancy, an accident or injury resulting in an orthopedic problem is almost inevitable at some point. Among the most common orthopedic concerns are sprains and strains, muscle and tendon

tears, fractures and other traumatic injuries, and arthritis. In addition, back pain causes more visits to physicians than any other orthopedic problem. Some conditions are caused by repetitive motion and wear and tear on the body, while others could be the result of a congenital, or birth problem.

With the most advanced imaging and other diagnostic tests, doctors at Baptist Health Orthopedic Care can quickly pinpoint the issue and address it. Nonsurgical and minimally invasive options are explored first, but when surgery is indicated, each patient receives an individualized treatment plan. Services also include regenerative medicine, such as stem cell treatment, pain-relieving injections and physical therapy.

“We have a dedicated team that is known for caring for some of the country’s most famous professional and collegiate athletes,” Dr. Miniaci says. “But you don’t need to be a pro to receive the same care. We are here to help diagnose your problem and promote quick healing.”

For more information or to request an appointment, visit BaptistHealth.net/Ortho or call 833-556-6764.

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Anthony Miniaci, M.D. Deputy Chief Medical Executive