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Wearing a shirt with the school’s Bobcat team logo, new Boca Raton Community High principal Joshua Davidow stood outside the office as new students approached him to ask where to go. “I can’t escape him,” a freshman he knew from Don Estridge High Tech Middle School said laughing. “It’s my first day, too,” Davidow said on Monday, opening day of the new semester for the Palm Beach County School District, and 2,732 students at Boca High. Davidow knew the figure instantly. Boca public school students have grown up with Davidow as he progressed from principal at Waters Edge Elementary, to Addison Mizner K-8 and Don Estridge. “This is my dream job,” he said. To prepare, he spent most of the summer after his new position was announced shadowing Dr. Susie King, Boca High’s principal from 2016 until she retired in July. “It’s a big ship and requires a lot of listening,” he said.
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STATEPOINT CROSSWORD
THEME: BACK TO SCHOOL
ACROSS
1. *Report ____ 5. One on the beat 8. Put on the payroll 12. Fan sound 13. Buckeye State 14. Indy entrant 15. Table mountain 16. 2021 movie “The Harder They ____” 17. Carry away, in a way 18. *____ Readers 20. Weary walk 21. Basketry stick 22. *____ time for preschoolers 23. Plums and cherries genus 26. Allegiance 30. Crew propeller 31. Rh in Rh disease 34. Your majesty 35. Miss of the Mup -
pets
37. Band event
38. Asci, sing.
39. Olympic castaway
40. *Didn’t fail
42. Frozen H2O
43. Took a penny-farthing, e.g.
45. *Punctuation marks for famous words
47. Maltese or Havanese, e.g.
48. *Use Play-Doh
50. Cheap trinket
52. *3+x=10, e.g.
55. Soviet place of exile
56. Curtis, to friends
57. Beehive state
59. *Olden-day notebook
60. Honey-producing facility
61. Sushi restaurant
soup
62. Location of altar
63. Type of poem
64. Sing like Ella Fitzgerald
Quote of the Week:
“2 LORD, be gracious to us; we long for you. Be our strength every morning, our salvation in time of distress.” Isaiah
DOWN
1. Mountain basin 2. Attention grabber
3. Reduced Instruction Set Computer
4. Hiccup’s Toothless, e.g., 5. Irritate by rubbing 6. Persian Gulf ship
7. Multi8. *”Get out of classroom” permit (2 words)
9. International Civil Aviation Organization
10. Retired, shortened
11. Bard’s before 13. Lacking cordiality
14. Settle a debt
19. Unethical loaner’s practice
22. Us, in Mexico
23. Temporary store
24. Reason to strike
25. Prodded
26. Totes or tugs
27. Permissible
LAST WEEK RESULT
28. Cease-fire
29. Many affirmatives
32. “Good grief!”
33. Bro’s counter -
part
36. *School alum
38. Next step for juvenile
40. Margaret, for short
41. Describe as similar
44. Elks’ hangout
46. Poppy derivative, pl.
48. Marine cephalopod
49. *Grading arch
50. Big one at 7-Eleven
51. Regrettably, exclamation
52. Sound reflection
53. Auditory
54. U.S. space agency, acr.
55. Geological Society of America
58. *Van Halen’s “____ for Teacher”
COMMUNITY
FAU Welcomed On-Campus Residential Students During Fall 2025 Move-In Day
Leo F. Armbrust
Florida Atlantic University (FAU) marked the official start of the 2025 fall semester today as on-campus residential students returned to the Boca Raton campus.
Move-In Day kicked off at 9 a.m. at FAU’s main campus, located at 777 Glades Road, with a spirited show of support from FAU faculty, staff, and student organizations. Together, they helped more than 4,700 incoming residential students settle into their campus housing.
Of those moving in, more than
2,800 are first-time-in-college students, marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter in their academic journey.
FAU President Adam Hasner and his wife, Jillian Hasner, joined in the day’s activities, lending a hand with the move-in process and personally welcoming students and their families to the FAU community.
With campus buzzing with energy and anticipation, the university is ready to embark on another year of academic excellence, innovation, and student engagement.
Boca’s Got Talent to Flock Crazy Uncle Mike’s For a Cause During Boca Chamber Festival Days
Get ready for an unforgettable evening of entertainment and heart as Boca’s Got Talent returns on Monday, August 18, 2025, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. as part of the Boca Chamber Festival Days and sponsored by Confident Bookkeeping Services.
Flocking Friday Kickoff – August 15, 2025, 11a.m. at Crazy Uncle Mike’s in Boca Raton
The Boca Chamber will kick off the festivities with a Flocking Friday event on August 15 at 11 AM. Join us for this playful and photo-worthy tradition as pink flamingos flock from the Chamber to Crazy Uncle Mike’s to help raise awareness and excitement for the upcoming talent show and to kickoff Myla’s Beleaf annual Go Gold campaign for September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness month.
Boca’s Got Talent – August 18, 2025, 5 to 8 p.m. at Crazy Uncle Mike’s in Boca Raton
This dynamic talent showcase will benefit Myla’s Beleaf, a local nonprofit honoring the memory of eight-yearold Myla Goodwin, who lost her battle with childhood cancer in 2020.
Hosted at Crazy Uncle Mike’s, 6450 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL, the evening will bring together Boca’s brightest stars— singers, dancers, comedians, and more—all competing in a friendly,
family-friendly atmosphere to support an important cause. Proceeds go directly to Myla’s Beleaf – to provide funds for families impacted by pediatric cancer.
For those who want to come enjoy the show, admission is $40, which includes one drink and appetizer ticket and unlimited entertainment. All proceeds from this event will benefit Myla’s Beleaf. For additional information regarding the event, including sponsorship opportunities and tickets, contact Darcy Clinton at darcy@mylasbeleaf.com or call 561-251-3278.
Event Details: Boca’s Got Talent
* Crazy Uncle Mike’s, 6450 N. Federal Highway, Boca Raton, FL 33487 Monday, August 18, 2025
5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Tickets: $40.00 https://e. givesmart.com/events/Jaj ticket price includes a beverage and appetizer
Flocking Friday at the Chamber Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce
Friday, August 15, 2025
11:00 AM
Myla’s Beleaf is a Boca Raton-based 501(c)3 nonprofit. The mission of Myla’s Beleaf is to provide emotional and financial assistance to families whose lives have been affected by a childhood cancer diagnosis.
Crazy Uncle Mike’s
1st School Day for Boca High and Their New Principal
By Marci Shatzman
Wearing a shirt with the school’s Bobcat team logo, new Boca Raton Community High principal Joshua Davidow stood outside the office as new students approached him to ask where to go. “I can’t escape him,” a freshman he knew from Don Estridge High Tech Middle School said laughing. “It’s my first day, too,” Davidow said on Monday, opening day of the new semester for the Palm Beach County School District, and 2,732 students at Boca High. Davidow knew the figure instantly.
Boca public school students have grown up with Davidow as he progressed from principal at Waters Edge Elementary, to Addison Mizner K-8 and Don Estridge. “This is my dream job,” he said. To prepare, he spent most of the summer after his new position was announced shadowing Dr. Susie King, Boca High’s principal from 2016 until she retired in July. “It’s a big ship and requires a lot of listening,” he said.
So, what’s the first day on the job like for a new high school principal? Davidow excused himself outside the office to find out why the parents’ car line was so long and not moving. In the courtyard he helped new students identify their classroom locations. As the 8:30 opening bells approached, he picked up an old-fashioned telephone in
the main office to announce the Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silence on the school intercom. He popped into teacher Matthew Abate’s AP Psych class to welcome the seniors and expected to greet every class that day. Once the courtyard was empty, he spotted Keith Oswald, the district’s chief of student health and wellness, who greeted him warmly. Oswald said he was making his rounds at schools in Boca, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and probably as far north as Lake Worth.
What’s the difference between his previous younger students and this teenage population. “They’ve been preparing for this experience,” getting into the college of their choice, he said.
Davidow’s a big believer in the state’s Bright Futures Scholarships so they can enter college debt free. His priority will be “having teachers and students buy into the same vision.”
Davidow, 48, of Boynton Beach, followed his mother into education. A retired principal in Monmouth County, N.J., he has her office photo and a picture she had on her wall in his new digs, ready to hang. He can’t wait until his daughter is old enough to graduate from Boca High so he can hand her a diploma, he said.
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SOLVITUR AMBULANDO
By: Douglas G Logan
Mass Expulsion: So Wrong, So Stupid
On the front page of “the paper of record”. A disturbing description of what we have become. Incarcerating, handcuffing, shackling and expelling “them”. Instead of an embrace we are now treating others as “outsiders”, not worthy. What a horrible message!
We are doing this dirty work by enlisting paramilitary forces, wearing vestments of opaqueness, who frequently stretch or break the laws. Inhumane detention, no due process, cruelty as an end and a means.
The savage, nativist beast has to be fed. “We got ours”, say the acculturated Cuban-Americans, “the hell with them”. “Invaders”. “Illegals”. “Send them back”. Ask Pope Leo what he thinks of this barbarism. “America First” is “America at its Worst”.
But let’s go beyond the moral turpitude that propels this deportation obsession. From a practical standpoint it is just plain stupid. Let’s look at the long game. Most economists and demographers have identified a latent shortcoming in our capacity to remain prosperous. Availability of labor. It mainly has to do with a drastically reduced birth
rate. It is a problem that is vexing most Western cultures.
We (the US) have been virtually immune from this phenomenon due to one singular reason. Our immigration rate. It offsets the problems created by the lowered birth rate. It is our advantage in the Western World. And, we are in the process of throwing that advantage away to satisfy the selfish yearnings of Nativists and Xenophobes. An incredible own-goal, unforced error as a palliative to the selfish and the cruel.
The program has been advanced with hyperbolic, mendacious rhetoric. Rapists. Fentanyl. Gangs. Tren de Agua. Invaders. They have run out of bad guys; now they are expelling protestors, meat packers, students, nannies, roofers, carpenters, bus boys, teachers, veterans, farm workers.
They have expelled Mrs. Mata Sánchez, 44, who entered illegally in 2005, and worked as a meat packer near Ft Worth. Raised a family, paid her taxes, no criminality in any of her past. Doing a job most “America Firsters” are unwilling to do. Expel enough of Matas and meat prices will go up.
THOUGHTS FROM THE PUBLISHER
By: Douglas Heizer
A Newspaper’s Duty: Oppose Power, Serve the Reader
In my last column, I reflected on the responsibilities that define our role as a community newspaper. This time, I want to take that idea one step further — to make clear that our duty is not just to report events, but to stand as a constant, independent check on power. That is the core of journalism, and without it, a newspaper is nothing more than a business selling space.
At the heart of any newspaper worthy of its name lies a non-negotiable obligation: to stand in opposition to power. It doesn’t matter who holds the office, which party is in charge, or what flag is flying — the mission remains the same.
Brazilian cartoonist and writer Ziraldo once said, “A newspaper must be in opposition; the rest is just a grocery store.” In the simplicity of those words lies a manifesto of independence. This is not about partisanship — it’s about a commitment to society: to question, to investigate, and to make the powerful uncomfortable when necessary.
CARTOON
American journalist H. L. Mencken, known for his razor-sharp wit, put it in similar terms: “The duty of a newspaper is to stand in opposition to power — no matter who holds it or what it is.” The sentiment applies to any newsroom in the world — from Brazil in the 1970s to Florida today.
A newspaper that is content to repeat press releases, echo speeches, or avoid discomfort ceases to be a newspaper and becomes a business. And in that case, we’re not selling news — we’re selling advertising space.
At The Boca Raton Tribune, opposition means independence: keeping a healthy distance from any political, economic, or social power to protect credibility and serve the public. Our commitment is not to offices, ideologies, or private interests. Our commitment is to the reader — always.
And if we’re forgetting to shine a light on something, let us know. Your voice is part of this mission, too!
By: Clay Jones
Caribou Fascists
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COLUMNIST
By: Rick Warren FAITH
You Don’t Have to Fear Death
“The troubles will soon be over, but the joys to come will last forever.” 2 Corinthians 4:18 (TLB)
Only a fool would go through life unprepared for what they know is inevitable. And there’s one thing that’s inevitable for all of us: death.
You may die in a week or in a year, or in 50 years. But you will die. And because death is inevitable, you need to make sure you’re ready for it by making sure you’re at peace with God.
Death has been part of the equation here on earth since sin entered the world with Adam and Eve. The Bible says, “The wages of sin is death” (Romans 6:23 NLT). Sin brought death into the world.
Even though death is inevitable, talking about it is taboo in our society. Invite a bunch of people to your house, serve a big meal, and say, “Let’s talk about dying”— and your guests will likely head to the door!
In fact, we don’t even like to use words like death, dying, and dead. We’ve come up with all kinds of euphemisms to avoid them. We say, “He’s passed on,” or “She’s pushing up daisies,” or “He kicked the bucket.”
But you don’t have to be afraid to die. In fact, one of the things Jesus came to do is to take away your fear of death. How? First, he died on the cross, paying for all your sins so you could go to heaven. Then he was resurrected, showing that there is life after death.
The Bible says, “For only as a human being could [Jesus] die, and only by dying could he break the power of the devil, who had the power of death. Only in this way could he set free all who have lived their lives as slaves to the fear of dying” (Hebrews 2:14-15 NLT).
I’m not afraid to die—and I don’t want you to be either. Instead of looking to your fear and to your pain, God wants you to look to him and to the hope of heaven. The Living Bible paraphrase tells us how: “So we do not look at what we can see right now, the troubles all around us, but we look forward to the joys in heaven which we have not yet seen. The troubles will soon be over, but the joys to come will last forever” (2 Corinthians 4:18).
If you were to die today, are you certain that you would go to heaven? If you aren’t, it’s time to settle the issue—and erase the fear of death—by praying something like this:
“Dear God, I don’t want my sin to separate me from you any longer. I ask for your
forgiveness. You have promised that if I believe in Jesus, you’ll forgive me for everything I’ve ever done wrong, you’ll show me the purpose of my life, and you’ll accept me into your family and bring me to heaven one day to live with you for eternity.
“Jesus, I confess my sin, and I believe you are my Savior. I trust you when you say salvation comes by grace, through faith, and not by anything I do. I ask you to come into my life as my Lord. Today, I commit my life to you.
“I want to live the way you created me to live—at peace and without fear—and to use the remainder of my life to serve you. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.”
If you just prayed to accept Jesus, please email me at Rick@PastorRick.com and let me know about it. I’d like to send you some free materials to help you start your journey with Jesus.
Talk It Over
Did you pray today to ask Jesus to be your Savior? If you did, tell a Christian friend about it or get in touch with a local church for encouragement.
Do you know someone who’s facing death and is afraid? How can you share with them the good news that Jesus can take away their fear of death?
How does knowing where you will spend eternity shape how you feel about death?
Are you ready to erase the fear of death? You can pray this prayer:
“Dear God, I don’t want my sin to separate me from you any longer. I ask for your forgiveness. You have promised that if I believe in Jesus, you’ll forgive me for everything I’ve ever done wrong, you’ll show me the purpose of my life, and you’ll accept me into your family and bring me to heaven one day to live with you for eternity.
“Jesus, I confess my sin, and I believe you are my Savior. I trust you when you say salvation comes by grace, through faith, and not by anything I do. I ask you to come into my life as my Lord. Today, I commit my life to you.
“I want to live the way you created me to live—at peace and without fear—and to use the remainder of my life to serve you. In Jesus’ name I pray. Amen.”
If you just prayed to accept Jesus, please email me at Rick@PastorRick.com and let me know about it. I’d like to send you some free materials to help you start your journey with Jesus.
MONDAY MANNA
By: Christopher C. Simpson
Creating ‘Holy Disruption’ In The Workplace
“Best practices” have long been prized in leadership. They offer efficiency, eliminate unnecessary reinvention, and leverage the accumulated wisdom of those who have gone before. Likewise, industry standards provide structured frameworks – enabling professionals and organizations to operate with greater clarity and consistency.
Early in my career with the United States Secret Service, I quickly learned the value of such structures. There was a straightforward ethos – “the way we do it.” These standards created stability in moments of uncertainty, offering a series of ‘street-lamps’ to guide me when times became hectic, if not chaotic.
Yet a crucial question remains: What happens when “the way we do it” is profitable and efficient – but profoundly misaligned with God’s purposes? Scripture speaks directly to this tension. As Israel prepared to enter the Promised Land – to engage a people whose practices and systems seemed to “work” by the world’s standards – God warned Moses on Mount Sinai: “Take care, lest you make a covenant with the inhabitants of the land to which you go, lest it become a snare in your midst” (Exodus 34:12).
For all its innovation and achievement, the marketplace is not immune to snares. Global economic systems – remarkable in many respects – are often built without reference to the dignity of the human person or the righteousness of God. They are driven primarily by the cold metrics of profit, efficiency, and growth. And where God’s character is not the foundation, corruption, exploitation, and idolatry are never far behind, even when operating under the banner of “best practice.”
For Christian leaders, discernment is not optional; it is essential. As a people set apart by God, we cannot uncritically adopt the standards around us. Every practice, policy, and partnership must be measured against the character of Christ and the truth of His Word.
But discernment alone is not enough. The calling from Sinai goes further. God’s instruction to His people was not merely to avoid compro -
mise, but also to actively reshape the environment: “You shall tear down their altars and break their pillars…” (Exodus 34:13). In the professional realm, this is a summons not only to personal integrity but also to institutional transformation. Christian executives, entrepreneurs, and professionals are called to be agents of renewal – advancing practices and building organizations that reflect God’s justice, beauty, and truth.
We are not tasked with rejecting excellence; we are called to redefine it. We are not called to abandon the marketplace; we are sent to redeem it. We are not called to build private empires; we are invited to steward influence for the sake of God’s Kingdom. As the writer of Hebrews reminds us, we seek “the city that has foundations, whose designer and builder is God” (Hebrews 11:10). This is the work of holy disruption, and I pray you are ready for it:
To operate with excellence shaped by righteousness.
Reflection/Discussion Questions What areas of your professional life have you accepted as “normal” without considering whether they align with God’s character?
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Fuller Center Celebrates Successful First Day of School and Exciting Week Ahead
The Fuller Center started the school year on a high note with a smooth and successful first day of classes. Eric Roby made the morning extra special by visiting every classroom, personally presenting each teacher with a yellow rose as a gesture of gratitude for their dedication and to wish them a productive year ahead.
The Academy at Fuller Center also enjoyed a fantastic opening day. Preliminary enrollment numbers show that the school has reached its goal of 70 students—an impressive milestone made possible by the leadership of Dr. Berlin and the recruitment efforts that brought in about 20 new students since late June.
exciting, with two major community events on the calendar:
Pickleball with Purpose – Tuesday, Aug. 12, 6–8 p.m.
In collaboration with Jewish Family Services, Fuller Center will host this fun and friendly competition at the West Campus, complete with food trucks serving dinner. The highlight will be a spirited pickleball match between the Fuller Center’s leader and the CEO of JFS. With ticket goals already surpassed, the evening is set to be lively—but there’s still room for more participants.
ADT Family Fun Day – Thursday, Aug. 14, 3–5 p.m.
Also at the West Campus, this event will feature about 30 ADT volunteers and a check presentation to celebrate the launch of a new partnership worth $55,000 over the next three years. ADT’s generosity goes beyond financial support, as they are also providing school supplies, art smocks for every student, and dinner for all families.
With strong community partnerships, enthusiastic staff, and innovative programs, the Fuller Center is well-positioned for a year of growth,
Eric Roby and Teachers
Guident Announces Autonomous Shuttle Transportation Service in Boca Raton
Guident Corp. (“Guident”), an autonomous vehicle (AV) teleoperation company headquartered in Boca Raton, FL, announces an agreement with the City of Boca Raton, Florida, to deploy an autonomous shuttle-based public transportation service. This shuttle will provide the City with valuable transportation services over a 2.6-mile loop from Mizner Park to Royal Palm Place. The launch of this autonomous shuttle service is scheduled for the fall of 2025 and will be conducted in collaboration with Circuit, the current operator of existing shuttle services in Boca Raton and other cities. The initial phase of the service will be limited to a 0.6-mile loop within Mizner Park, and the service is scheduled to operate for one year with options to continue beyond that time.
Boca Raton Mayor Scott Singer added, “The City of Boca Raton is pleased to deploy this revolutionary urban transportation service that will showcase the city’s vision for smarter and more sustainable mobility.”
Guident and its strategic partner, Estonia-based Auve Tech, have been deploying MiCa, an SAE Level 4 fully autonomous electric shuttle, in the U.S. market. Operating a transportation service in Boca Raton complements the MiCa shuttles operating in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. MiCa has demonstrated the ability to navigate complex urban environments without human intervention, and this project will further showcase safe and reliable operation in such environments.
“Launching the MiCa transportation project in Boca Raton represents a significant step toward making autonomous public transportation a reality,” said Harald Braun, Chairman and CEO of Guident. “Our collaboration with our esteemed partners underlines a shared vision: to create a safer, more efficient, and connected urban future.”
“The growth and innovation happening in Boca right now is incredible,” said Alex Esposito, CEO and Co-Founder of Circuit. “As the oper -
ator of BocaCONNECT locally, it’s a natural and exciting next step to bring this autonomous shuttle service to life. Boca continues to lead the way in mobility, and we’re proud to be part of what’s next.”
Guident brings cutting-edge technology to market to enhance the safety, efficiency, and functionality of autonomous vehicles and ground-based surveillance and inspection robots. Utilizing proprietary IP and software ap -
Atlantic coastline, and 49 parks offering 1,650 acres of recreational space. A hub for business and entrepreneurship, Boca Raton hosts 40 publicly traded corporate headquarters. With three nationally ranked universities, top-rated schools, and a thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem, Boca Raton is a dynamic, safe, and educated community with a low property tax rate. www.myboca.us Circuit is an innovative electric shuttle company, dedicated to making
plications, Guident offers advanced solutions for remote monitor and control. To learn more, visit Guident’s website at www.guident.com.
Boca Raton, the second largest city in Palm Beach County, blends history and innovation with its Mediterranean Revival architecture and vibrant cultural scene. Influenced by architect Addison Mizner, the city is home to live concerts, international art exhibits, world-class museums, five miles of
communities more sustainable, livable, and connected. Operating in CA, DC, FL, MA, NY, NJ, TX and WA, Circuit offers on-demand solutions that have provided over 10 million eco-friendly rides without traveling more than a few miles. Addressing the vital first/lastmile gap, Circuit bridges urban connectivity divides through partnerships with municipalities, developers, and advertising partners. The service enhances local jobs, community engagement, and
brand connections, all while reducing congestion. Discover more and learn how to catch a ride at www.ridecircuit. com, where innovation and sustainability converge to redefine the last mile.
Auve Tech designs and manufactures compact autonomous shuttles, proven on public roads worldwide. We enable cities, developers, and mobility partners to deploy and manage reliable fleets with expert support. MiCa is an 8-seater autonomous shuttle that has been developed and produced in Estonia. In addition to Japan, MiCa shuttles have operated in Finland, Germany, the United States and several countries in the Middle East. www.auve.tech
General Risk Factors and Forward-Looking Statements from Guident
All statements of opinion and/or belief contained in this Press Release and all views expressed represent the directors’ own current assessment and interpretation of information available to them as at the date of this Press Release. In addition, this Press Release contains certain “forward-looking statements”, including but not limited to, the statements regarding the Company’s overall objectives and strategic plans, patent portfolio and our anticipated uses of our granted patents. Forward-looking statements express, as at the date of this Press Release, the Company’s plans, estimates, valuations, forecasts, projections, opinions, expectations or beliefs as to future events, results or performance. Forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company’s control, and there can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate. No assurance is given that such forward looking statements or views are correct or that the objectives of the Company will be achieved. Further, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement or other information that is contained in this Press Release.
Preparing Pre-Teens and Teens for the Classroom Includes Immunizations
By State Point
Young people ages 7 to 18 are busy checking off their back-to-school or college lists. Visiting their pediatrician or family doctor to get up to date on immunizations should be part of that list. Immunizations will prepare their immune systems to recognize and resist viruses that spread quickly once classes begin. These are viruses that can lead to health issues like infertility, muscle paralysis, brain damage, blindness, deafness and cancer.
The recommended immunization schedule approved by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is based on ongoing review of the most recent scientific data and relies on two main factors: when the vaccine works best with your child’s immune system, and when they need protection most.
“Seeing your pediatrician to catch up on vaccinations helps keep classmates, teachers and others in the school community healthy, too.” says Rebekah Fenton, MD, FAAP, an
adolescent medicine physician at a community health center in Chicago.
The AAP is sharing this information about recommended vaccines and the diseases they prevent:
Meningococcal Disease
At 11 or 12, your pre-teen should get their first dose of meningococcal vaccine to protect against meningococcal disease, a fast-acting disease that is life-threatening if not caught and treated within a few hours. Caused by bacteria that can infect the bloodstream, brain and spinal cord, anyone can get meningococcal disease. Among young people, it’s most common in babies and 16-20-year-olds. Infections are spread through close contact like coughing or kissing, and lengthy contact in spaces like college dorms.
Meningococcal ACWY (MenACWY) vaccine protects against four bacterial strains, labeled A, C, W and Y.
Meningococcal B (MenB) vaccine protects against another bacterial strain and is recommended for kids with certain chronic health conditions that make them more vulnerable or anyone 16-18 whose pediatrician recommends it.
Meningococcal ABCWY (MenABCWY) combines protection from MenACWY and MenB. If both vaccines are recommended at the same visit, it can be used instead of separate injections.
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis
At 11 or 12, pediatricians give the Tdap booster to protect against tetanus, diphtheria
and pertussis (whooping cough). It’s a slightly different version of a vaccine your child received as a baby (DTaP), with lower doses of the diphtheria and pertussis vaccines. After this, they’ll need additional boosters every 10 years.
Tetanus is caused by exposure to naturally occurring bacteria in soil or dust through a break in the skin. Tetanus produces a toxin that causes painful muscle contractions. Also known as lockjaw, it can cause neck and jaw muscles to lock, making it hard to open the mouth or swallow.
Diphtheria causes serious throat infection, breathing problems and heart failure. The vaccine is a lifesaver. Before it existed, diphtheria killed 1 of every 5 kids infected. Pertussis can cause a cough that won’t go away and sometimes vomiting or trouble breathing. The protection your teen got from their childhood vaccine starts to wear off around age 11, making the booster essential. Teens can easily spread the disease, including to infants, who are at even more risk.
Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
The HPV vaccine prevents genital warts and works well to protect against strains of the virus that cause more than 90% of six types of cancer, including cervical cancer, penile and anal cancers, and cancers of the mouth and throat. Vaccinating kids ages 9-12 allows them to build strong immunity against the virus before exposure. If they don’t get the first dose until age 15, they’ll need three doses.
Influenza
The flu is unpredictable and there is no way to know if your child will have mild illness and miss just a few days of school or if they will get seriously ill and need hospital care. But be wary. U.S. flu deaths in children broke records during the 2024-25 season, with at least 216 deaths. The AAP recommends flu shots annually for everyone 6 months and older to prevent severe illness.
COVID-19
Millions globally, including teenagers and children, have received the COVID-19 vaccine. If your child has never had this vaccine, their immune system won’t be ready to recognize and resist the virus that can lead to long-term problems associated with COVID.
Behind on Other Vaccines?
Delaying vaccines leaves your child vulnerable to preventable diseases. The AAP vaccine schedule is designed to prepare their body to resist contagious diseases as early and fully as possible. This keeps them healthy and active, instead of missing out while they’re sick.
Learn more about vaccines at www. HealthyChildren.org and catch up on those your child missed. Most vaccines can be given at the same time as others.
“Kids and teen’s bodies can handle multiple vaccines in a short time because their immune system is in constant learning mode. Vaccines help kids stay healthy by keeping them ahead of serious, preventable diseases,” says Dr. Fenton.
Protecting Kids’ Mental Health This School Year
By State Point
From schoolwork and homework to friendships and extracurriculars to potentially dealing with difficult situations like bullying, there is a lot for kids to navigate during the school year.
Fortunately, efforts are being made to provide tools that help protect kids’ mental health—and parents and teachers can be proactive about getting involved.
Preventing Bullying
Bullying is a direct cause of mental health issues and can be one of the major stressors kids face both at school and after hours due to the rise in cyberbullying. It’s important that
children treat each other with compassion, as unkind words and actions can have devastating effects on the long-term wellbeing of classmates.
Celebrating 10 years, Pilot Pen’s “Erase Bullying for Good” initiative helps students, parents and teachers understand and stop bullying. Sales from Pilot’s FriXion Clicker erasable gel pens support STOMP Out Bullying, the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to this issue. In fact, Pilot’s contributions to anti-bullying organizations between 2015-2025 will equal over $650,000, helping fund a variety of initiatives that are making communities a safer place for students.
The campaign recommends these tips to help erase bullying before it starts at your child’s school:
Advocate for the adoption of bullying prevention programs. This might include special teacher and faculty training, peer mentoring and “Bullying Boxes,” where students can file anonymous reports of bullying.
Institute wellness rooms, which are safe spaces where students experiencing distress can retreat and relax.
Ensure your school actively celebrates both diversity and differences, and that all students are respected and valued. Establish programs that teach empathy, tolerance, kindness, acceptance and conflict resolution.
Ask your school to establish internet use guidelines to educate students and help stop after-hours cyberbullying.
Teach kids about the difference between being a bystander – someone who watches bullying happen – and being an upstander –someone who intervenes when bullying is taking place. Encourage them to be an upstander when it feels safe to do so and to report bullying when they witness it.
If you’re experiencing bullying, or if you have a friend, child or student who is, lean on resources designed to help. Pilot’s “Erase Bullying for Good” campaign and STOMP Out Bullying provide tools to help you react effectively to bullying when it happens and learn what to do next. To access these resources, visit powertothepen.com/erase-bullying.
Navigating Emotions
It’s easy for students to get overwhelmed by the demands of their classes. Be sure
that kids have the time and space outside of schoolwork to have fun, cultivate friendships and practice self-care.
Encourage hobbies like exercise, meditation, team sports and outlets for their creative expression like journaling, drawing and music. These activities can help kids build self-confidence and manage relationships; skills they need to be resilient in the face of stressful situations.
Parents can help by establishing open lines of communication and equipping kids with tools that can encourage them to express themselves more freely and help eliminate some homework-related frustration. FriXion erasable pens made with thermo-sensitive ink technology write smoothly and erase cleanly, giving students the power to write, erase and rewrite anything from term papers to poetry, without tedious rewrites and with less stress.
Cultivating kindness and compassion in communities and giving kids the tools they need to build their self-confidence helps protect students’ mental health and helps ensure everyone has a safe, healthy and successful school year.
Transitioning to College: From Freshman Nerves to Upperclassmen Wisdom
As the fall semester begins at Florida Atlantic University, new students face the excitement and challenges of starting college life. Movein week brings a mix of emotions for first-year students and their families, from the thrill of independence to the bittersweet goodbyes. Upperclassmen offered words of wisdom to help guide freshmen through the transition, sharing advice on time management, embracing new experiences, and making the most of their college years.
Words of Wisdom from Upperclassmen
To help new students navigate
By Jada Strayer
their first year, several upperclassmen shared advice based on their experiences at FAU.
Senior Bailey Doyle encouraged freshmen to enjoy their time: “Life’s short and you only have four years here. Have fun while you have the opportunity. It’s a scary new experience but remember that everyone’s going through it as well.”
Junior Lola Smith advised, “Get comfortable with being uncomfortable,” highlighting the importance of embracing change.
Sophomore Hayden-Jay Smith emphasized, “Prioritize time management” as a key to succeeding at FAU.
Move-in week at Florida Atlantic University officially kicked off the fall semester, bringing families, friends, and moving carts to campus. Freshman Olivia Hipp and her family were among those getting settled into dorm life.
First-year student Brianna Gilluiy shared her mixed feelings about starting college: “I’m excited to meet new people and be in a new town. I’m nervous to be living on my own and far away from my parents, but I’m excited to start this new journey by myself and grow up.”
Freshman Mason Zondor from Tampa, Florida, brought his fishing gear to campus. He shared, “I chose FAU because of the location and the opportunities to fish nearby. I’m really excited to move in and be here.”
Mason’s mom, Jenn Zondor, said, “I’m excited, anxious, and ready to watch him soar. She offered this advice to incoming freshmen: “Stay organized from the very beginning –lock in, as they say!”
New student Raquel Prody said she chose FAU mainly for its location, but also because it “seems like a great community.” She’s excited about the clubs and opportunities on campus.
Freshman Brooklyn Roncketti said, “It was a hard goodbye leaving my family, but I’m excited to live on my own and get involved on campus. I love South Florida and the beach, which is why I chose FAU.”
Nelisbel Diaz, mother of a freshman, reflected, “It’s exciting and bittersweet leaving them to live on their own. I’m very proud of her.” She offered this advice to students: “Follow your dreams and be a leader, not a follower.”
Equipped to Thrive Back to School Event at the Boynton Beach Mall Big Success
By Marci Shatzman
What would back to school be for a student without a new backpack? This is especially true for single mothers who are on a budget in this economy.
That is why the Tree of Life Inc., a nonprofit, sponsored this back-toschool event on Saturday—to help single mothers and their children going back to school next week. The Tree of Life Inc. is a non-profit started by Ashley Blair that helps single mothers with wrap-around services.
Ashley Blair, founder of Tree of Life, said the goal of the event was not just to provide school supplies but to “shine a light in our community” during a time of growing financial strain.
“So many households here are at or below the poverty line,” Blair explained. “With rising expenses and challenges like tariffs, many families are struggling to make ends meet. We wanted to go beyond the traditional back-to-school drive and offer wraparound care for the entire family.”
The event featured free backpacks filled with school supplies, distributed on a first-come, first-served basis. Children were able to choose their favorite colors before heading to the carousel area, where Christ Fellowship Church provided snow cones, popcorn, and games.
But the day wasn’t only about supplies and fun. Tree of Life partnered with local organizations — including
Palm Beach Services, Junior League of Boca Raton, and others — to connect families with essential resources such as housing support, utility assistance, etiquette classes, and free books. The Junior League donated 200 feminine hygiene products for distribution. There were also many volunteers on hand to help.
The event meant so much to the mothers and children that came to participate in the event. One mother with her two children said, “It is really a blessing that they hold these events because it is really tough out there right now.”
At the heart of the event was Tree of Life’s mission to empower single mothers. The “Single Mom Encouragement Lounge” offered pre-registered moms’ free goodies, information on joining Tree of Life programs, and an introduction to Christ-centered support groups.
Blair, a former single mother herself, founded Tree of Life just over a year ago. The organization launched its full programs in March and meets online every Tuesday at 7 p.m., with special curriculum designed to help single mothers heal from trauma, overcome obstacles, and build resilience.
“Giving resources is one thing,” Blair said. “Helping to renew the mind is a whole other level. When moms know they’re not alone and have the tools to overcome anxiety, depression, and financial struggles, it changes everything.”
Blair thanked the Boynton Beach Mall for hosting the event indoors — a welcome relief from the summer heat — and praised the collaboration among local businesses and nonprofits.
“Our goal,” she said, “is not just to resource kids for school, but to support the entire family unit so they can thrive, not just survive.”
EDUCATION
The
Flagler Museum
Presents:
All Aboard for Kids! Summer Fun in the Pavilion
Now Through August 30
The Henry Morrison Flagler Museum announces its first-ever Kids Summer Program, running through August 30. Held inside the historic Flagler Kenan Pavilion, this new offering blends creative play, crafts, storytelling, and interactive learning inspired by Henry Flagler’s legendary journeys and the golden age of American railroads.
This year’s theme centers on trainthemed adventures and Gilded Age discovery, with engaging experiences tailored to children ages 4–12.
“We are excited to launch our first kids summer programming and bring history to life in a way that sparks curiosity and imagination,” says Jenna Hoogstra, the Museum’s new Director of Education. “By combining classic tales, engineering challenges, and hands-on activities, we’re inviting kids to explore Henry Flagler’s adventurous legacy in a truly memorable way.”
Highlights include a wooden train
Workshop, a Railroad Map Challenge, and a detective-style Architectural Scavenger Hunt. Kids can also enjoy story time every half-hour, a model train display, a Velcro train car matching game, and a creative Coloring Station.
All activities are self-paced and family friendly, with museum staff and volunteers on hand to help. The Kids Summer Program will take place Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Whitehall is a National Historic Landmark and is open to the public as the Flagler Museum. It features guided tours, changing exhibits, and special programs. The Museum is at Cocoanut Row and Whitehall Way in Palm Beach. The Museum is open from 10:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, and noon until 5:00 p.m. on Sunday
For more, visit www.flaglermuseum.us.
MUNICIPAL
How to Run for City Council in Boca
By Marci Shatzman
If you’re considering a foray into politics in Boca Raton’s Municipal Election on March 10, 2026, here’s what you’ll need to know and when.
The qualifying period for candidates begins at 8 a.m. Nov. 3 and ends at 5 p.m. Nov. 12, but you may not want to wait. These candidates have pre-filed, including three incumbents among the five city council members: https://myboca.us/2397/Candidates
The open seats in the 2026 Municipal Election are for mayor and seats A and seat B. See below for the incumbents and a candidate anticipating an opening for seat D. The Boca Raton City Clerk is the official qualifying officer for city elections. The City Clerk’s Office is on the third floor of City Hall, 201 W. Palmetto Park Road, and is open between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Here’s an election Q&A:
Q: Are all Boca council seats term limited?
A: Yes. The mayor and council members are elected for three-year terms. The mayor and council members’ seats designated A and B are elected in one year, and council members in the seats designated C and D are elected the following year. Members who have served two consecutive terms are not eligible to be elected to that office for the succeeding term.
Q: Even though Boca’s population has grown to more than 100,000 residents, are city council seats still part-time, and what do they pay?
A: Yes. Council seats are considered parttime. Council position salary is $28,000 annually. Mayor position is $38,000 annually.
Q: For new residents, do you have to live inside Boca Raton city limits to vote in Municipal Elections and run for city council?
A: Yes. An important FYI for new residents: People with a Boca Raton address who live outside city limits are in unincorporated Palm Beach County. They can’t vote or run in city elections. When you register to vote, you’ll find out if you live in city limits or not. Here’s the map: https://www.myboca.us/ DocumentCenter/View/4637/City-of-Boca-Raton-City-Limits-Map-082023-PDF
Q: What does it cost to run for Boca Raton City Council?
A: Each person seeking to qualify for nomination or election to a municipal office shall pay, at the time of qualifying for office, an election assessment. The election assessment shall be an amount equal to one
percent (1%) of the annual salary of the office sought. The fee is to be made payable by check to the City of Boca Raton and must be drawn on the campaign account of the candidate. Assessment fee for candidates for the office of Mayor – $434. Assessment Fee for candidates for the office of a City Council seat – $334.
Here’s what you’ll need to qualify as a candidate. State and city forms must be completed and submitted. All forms are available online and in the City Clerk’s Office.
Candidate Affidavit and Proof of Residency. https://myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/30682/Candidate-Affidavit-and-Proof-of-Residency—REVISED-ORD-5632
Appointment of Campaign Treasurer and Designation of Campaign Depository. This form must be on file before opening a campaign account: https://myboca.us/DocumentCenter/View/33542/DS-DE-9
Statement of Candidate. Each candidate must file a statement within 10 days after the appointment of campaign treasurer and designation of campaign depository is filed. https://files.floridados.gov/media/693280/ dsde84.pdf
Candidate Oath for a nonpartisan office. https://files.floridados.gov/media/707045/ dsde302np-nop-oath-fillable.pdf
Statement of Financial Interests. https:// ethics.state.fl.us/Documents/Forms/ Form%201_2022i.pdf?cp=2023419
The incumbents running in the Municipal Election are Deputy Mayor Fran Nachlas and Councilman Andy Thomson, vying for mayor, and Councilman and CRA chairman Marc Wigder, running for another term. Mayor Scott Singer is term limited. Yvette Drucker has filed to run for the state senate District 26. Even though the open seats are for mayor and seats A and seat B, former Boca Raton city councilman and Palm Beach County commissioner Robert Weinroth is running for seat D. “The next scheduled election for Seats C and D isn’t until March 2027, but a vacancy may occur earlier…including if the current officeholder submits a timely and irrevocable resignation to run for another office,” according to Florida’s “Resign-to-Run” law.
ENTERTAINMENT
HomeSafe Receives Art & Music Therapy Grant from Cleveland Clinic
HomeSafe is celebrating the healing power of art and music through the generosity of Cleveland Clinic. The multi-specialty academic medical center has funded more than $25,000 for art and music therapy sessions, as well as storage and supplies, to support children who have experienced significant abuse, neglect or family violence. Young participants in HomeSafe’s Residential and SafetyNet programs are being exposed to the arts, helping to shift their perspectives on how they fit into society and what possibilities are available for them.
“We recognize the positive transformation that can come from unleashing creativity,” said Matt Ladika, HomeSafe’s CEO. “Thanks to Cleveland Clinic, our children can explore their thoughts and feelings through different mediums while having the space to process their emotions. Our team is excited to see the results that come from providing these enriching experiences.”
Youth participants across all HomeSafe campuses are experiencing one or two
art/music therapy sessions every month throughout the 15-month duration, which began in October 2024. At the grant’s completion, HomeSafe is expected to have supported more than 100 children through this therapy.
HomeSafe is a nationally accredited nonprofit protecting Palm Beach County’s and South Florida’s most vulnerable residents – victims of child abuse and domestic violence. Through its results-driven approach, the organization is a leading provider of prevention and inter-
vention services, serving more than 15,000 infants, children, young adults and families each year. HomeSafe is one of just five specialized therapeutic group care agencies in the state of Florida— the only one in Southeast Florida.
“Our collaboration with HomeSafe is a powerful example of how Cleveland Clinic gives back to the local community,” said Vickie Johnson, MPA, Executive Vice President and Chief Community Officer for Cleveland Clinic. “It’s a reminder that those we serve also extend
beyond our hospital walls, including at-risk youth and families, reflecting our ongoing commitment to support the broader community with compassion and purpose.”
The agency’s residential program provides healing to those severely abused and traumatized to the extent that they cannot be cared for in a traditional foster care setting. HomeSafe’s caring, competent professionals wrap resources around each child, breaking down their walls of anger and despair, reigniting the spark of hope in them. SafetyNet provides a full spectrum of services for domestic violence survivors and their children, offering therapeutic support groups and individual therapy sessions, crisis intervention, preventative education, court advocacy, safety planning and access to community resources. The nonprofit’s goal is to provide traumatized children and families with the knowledge and tools they need to break the cycle of violence.
For more information about HomeSafe, please visit www.helphomesafe.org.
Art Therapy Painting
IN THE FIFTEENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND FOR PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLORIDA PROBATE DIVISION
IN RE: ESTATE OF File No.: BEVERLY RAND JACOBSEN 502025CP002951XXXANB A/K/A BEVERLY R. JACOBSEN, Division:Deceased. NOTICE TO CREDITORS
TO ALL PERSONS HAVING CLAIMS OR DEMANDS AGAINST THE ABOVE ESTATE OR TRUST: You are hereby notified that a Notice of Trust has been filed with Clerk of the Circuit Court for Palm Beach County, Florida, Probate Division; the address of which is 205 North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, FL 33401, that the decedent’s date of death was May 18, 2025 and that on that date, decedent had a revocable trust, to wit: BEVERLY R. JACOBSEN TRUST DATED OCTOBER 27, 1995, which is a trust described in Florida Statutes, Section 733.707(3), the Florida Probate Code, and is liable for the expenses of the administration of the decedent’s estate and enforceable claims of the decedent’s creditors to the extend the decedent’s estate is insufficient to pay them, as provided in Florida Statutes Section 733.607(2), the Trustee’s name and address is : Christine J. Pendleton, whose address is 21028 Madria Circle, Boca Raton, FL 33433. ALL INTERESTED PERSONS ARE NOTIFIED THAT: All creditors of the decedent and other persons having claims or demands against the decedent’s estate must file their claims within this Court WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS
AFTER THE DATE OF THE FIRST PUBLICATION OF THIS NOTICE and provide a copy to said Trustee at the address above. ALL CLAIMS NOT FILEDWITHIN THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH IN SEC TION 733.702 OF THE FLORIDA PROBATE CODE WILL BE FOR EVER BARRED. NOTWITHSTANDING THE TIME PERIODS SET FORTH ABOVE, ANY CLAIM FILED TWO (2) YEARS OR MORE AFTER THE DECEDENT’S DATE OF DEATH IS BARRED. A trustee or curator has no duty to discover whether any property held at the time of the decedent’s death by the decedent or the decedent’s surviving spouse is property to which the Florida Uniform Disposition of Community Property Rights at Death Act as described in sections 732.216-732.228, applies, or may apply, unless a written demand is made by a creditor as specified under section 732.22113. The date of first publication of this notice is August 14, 2025.
B’nai Torah Congregation (The Facility) - 6261 SW 18th Street Boca
Request for Proposal for the hiring of security officers to monitor the entire Facility and all access points and provide armed and unarmed protection of the interior and exterior perimeter of the campus syna gogue and school, its congregants and guests to cover large profile high ly attended events such as but not limited to: Jewish High Holy Days, concerts, fundraisers, holiday celebrations, large synagogue and school events throughout the ‘Season.’ (The full RFP/ITB are available upon request). Proposals must be submitted not later than August 22, 2025 to Leesa Parker, the Congregation’s Executive Director, (561) 392- 8566, EMAIL: leesa.parker@bnai-torah.org. Submissions may be either electronic or in hard copy. If your proposal is selected, you will be notified.
