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Resident sees historic value in airplane bungalow by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

When Paula Pridgen moved from Charleston to Charlotte a few years ago, her biggest complaint was the city was lacking in character. There didn’t seem to be as much appreciation for anything historic. “A lot of Charlotte, you could pick up and rebuild it somewhere else,” she said. Pridgen bought a house on 37th Street in 2012. From the outside, she thought it looked like a cute bungalow. But the inside looked like a brand new home. She considered renovating to bring out more character. Worried about the cost of renovating, Pridgen decided to see what else was on the market. She came across the Dilworth Airplane Bungalow, located in the historic Dilworth neighborhood at Park Road and Ideal Way. While the 91-year-old home’s exterior was certainly unique, it was the integrity of the interior that won her over. “It just took my breath away,” Pridgen said. “It’s so rare honestly to have a house of this age in Charlotte that is still almost the exact same as it was when it was built.” Pridgen bought the home last year and has been trying to get it designated as a historic landmark. The Charlotte-Mecklenburg Historic Landmarks Commission has given the property it’s blessing and presented it to the Charlotte City Council last month for a public hearing. All that’s left is a vote. Stewart Gray, a preservation planner with the historic landmarks commission, told the city council Oct. 17 that the Airplane Bungalow is rare subtype of the Craftsman-style homes popular on the Pacific Coast. The Dilworth home is the only example of the subtype in Charlotte. Its heyday was in the 1920s.

The Dilworth Airplane Bungalow is recognized for its extensive stonework and Asian-inspired touches. Go to South Charlotte Weekly’s Facebook page or find this story online for more photos of the house. Photo courtesy of Charlotte.

“The incredible integrity of the home, both on the interior and exterior, and the extensive use of stonework, makes the bungalow an exceptional local example of a well-preserved Craftsman-style home,” Gray said. Stone is not used to merely accentuate the exterior. It’s also the material used to construct the first floor. Much of the interior remains unchanged, except for a secondfloor bathroom added in 2003. The addition was done in the English Arts and Crafts Style of the period to blend in with the rest of the interior. Part of the historic landmark process involves producing a survey and research report. Pridgen decided to embark on the report herself without paying a consultant. She spent a lot of time at the library going through old city directories and reading old newspaper articles. Pridgen doesn’t have a background in architecture or history. She works in the financial sector. She compared the project to writing

a research paper in college. “It’s really very interesting – probably more interesting for me than others,” Pridgen said. “It’s cool to know about the folks who originally built the house.” While the deed shows an unmarried Leila Nichols bought the property for $2,250 in June 16 1924, Pridgen learned Leila was actually secretly married to entrepreneur Walter Beardsley two months prior in Gaffney, S.C. She interviewed Leila’s grandniece, Allyson Cooksey, while researching the home. She learned that Leila wanted to keep her marriage secret because she made a pact with her sisters not to get married until their youngest sister, Lucy, finished school. The marriage was announced after Lucy graduated that year. The report consists of biographical details of Walter and Leila Beardsley’s families she found from stories in The Charlotte Observer, Charlotte News, Lincoln County News, Gaffney Ledger and Evening Chronicle. She wrote how Beardsley moved to Charlotte in 1907 with his brother-in-law to manage a Charlotte branch of their New York cotton company on East Fourth Street. He eventually began running the company under his name. He was engaged in other business ventures. By the 1920s, he was president of the Piedmont Specialty Company. She speculates his desire to build the bungalow may have originated in trips to San Francisco with the Shriners. While Beardsley died in 1936, Leila worked as a secretary at Pritchard Memorial Baptist Church for 42 years. She sold the home in 1972 to John and Miriam Martin Jr. John operated Martin’s Hardware, now Ed’s Tavern, before he was murdered at his shop in 1993. Pridgen attributes the home’s architectural integrity to the limited number of ownership changes. “This stands in stark contrast to many of Charlotte’s small bungalows which have been expanded into large, towering or sprawling houses,” she wrote in her report.

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Those metal cart racks are there for a reason

et’s face it: This election has us all in a bad mood. We’re mad at the constant stream of news, the negative reports about our candidates and, to be honest, I think most of us would rather have two different options anyway. If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em, right? So if we’re going to be in a bad mood anyway, I say we take advantage of the sourness and just get everything off our collective chests. To that end, I’m launching a one-day campaign (feel free to join me) against offenders of some of the worst crimes against humanity, starting with people who refill drinks at restaurants. I like iced tea. Order it nearly every time I go out to eat. And you may think I’m a wimp, but I like to add a little sweetener to my tea – you know, the pink packets that apparently gave rats cancer a decade ago but are now OK to consume. There’s a methodology to perfectly sweetening tea, right? If the restaurant has large glasses, I normally use one complete pink packet. If it’s a regular-size glass, it’s about half a packet. It’s a beautiful formula that ensures a perfect beverage. And therein lies the problem. I take four sips of my tea (about one quarter of the glass now empty) and a short-ish lady comes by with a pitcher and dumps fresh, unsweet tea in my glass. The formula is now shot, and I really have no idea how much pink cancer to add to my glass. Lunch is now ruined and until I can get that glass completely empty, I partake in a game of shoo-fly with the drink lady. I don’t know. Maybe nobody else has this problem, but you’d think restaurants would have figured this out by now. If they haven’t, I’d rank them right up there with the people producing TV shows these days. Back on Dec. 13, 2012, the Federal Communications Commission enacted a law that TV commercials could not play louder than the programming they accompany. Before that, it was standard practice to blast the commercials three times louder than the actual shows. Good for the FCC, but have you ever played a game of “Attack the Remote?” You and the wife finally get the kids to sleep. Ah, time to relax. You flip on the TV, start watching a show, and you realize the main character’s voice sounds like Charlie Brown’s teacher. “Will you turn it up a little?” So I grab the remote, turn up the volume, and we now know that Sherlock is perilously close to walking into a firing squad. He gets a call, walks away and all forms of holy catastrophe take place. Bombs explode, cars squeal, lightning bolts and you, the viewer, pull an abdominal muscle trying to attack the TV remote. It’s a mad dash to the volume button because your house is shaking, your kids are screaming and you think, for a brief moment, that your house may have, in fact, been attacked by Sherlock’s assailants. We all think TV producers are among

the smartest of the bunch. They get their names on the credits and we all want to be like them. If they can’t figure out a way to get some consistent volume on our TV shows, I’d just as soon have them all fired and relegated Jonathan McElvy to grocery store clerks, which happens to be where my pet peeves run rampant. I’ll admit, I have a serious judgment problem at grocery stores. After I fill my cart with items that are marked up 3,000 percent, I walk to the front of the store and its 14 check-out lanes, three of which are actually open because I don’t qualify for the Express lane. You’re about to make one of the most important decisions of the day: Which line do I choose? You check out the clerk to see how fast her fingers are moving. You spy on the bagger. Is he just happy to be there, talking merrily to the customer, or is he firing cereal boxes in the same bag as the rice. And last, you carefully judge the people in line. How much is in their cart? Do they have coupons in hand? My formula does not work because I always choose the wrong line. Always. The one that looks the shortest is not always the swiftest. And it turns out the coupons and the quantity are not the main culprits. It’s the nice lady who wants to talk to the clerk. She compliments earrings. She wants to know what happened to the berry flavored Metamucil. She wants a price check on the apricots because she’s pretty sure they cost $1.25 a pound, not $1.29. I know this is crude, but when you have six people in line behind you, maybe the four cents aren’t that big of a deal? To me, you are only a little better than my greatest nemesis: the Grocery Store Sluggard. When you unload your bags in the car, it is not OK to shove your grocery cart to the front of your car and drive away. There are metal cages for these carts, and if you are so lazy that you can’t walk the extra 10 yards to put the cart in its rightful place, you probably loaded too many Little Debbies in your car to begin with. This is not hard stuff. When you leave a grocery cart floating in a parking lot, you officially become the worst of the worst. Not only are you a lazy jerk, but you have absolutely no concern for the next person who thinks they have a parking place, only to find it occupied by your slothfulness. Put your carts away, people. If you don’t, you’re as bad as the presidential candidates on next week’s ballot. Email jonathan@mcelvymedia.com

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Restaurant Scores Lowest Scores • Romano’s Macaroni Grill, 10706 Providence Road – 90 Violations included: Certified person in charge not on-site; ladle stored in line hand sink; records needed from supplier to guarantee fish served raw/undercooked is free of live parasites; mushrooms, premade sandwiches and other foods on the line not marked by date; pizza trays and pans stored on soiled racks; spray arms, under grills and shelf above past boiler with buildup; and office with corroded door frame. • Wendy’s, 11640 Providence Road – 90.5 Violations included: Employee moved trash and didn’t wash hands; employee grabbed ice with bare hands and place in personal drink; severe mold buildup on ice machine; tomatoes and lettuce over-filled on the line; and walk-in freezer floor needed cleaning. • 7-Eleven, 4401 Park Road – 91 Violations included: Person in charged didn’t have food safety certification; soda nozzle with debris accumulation on it; hot dogs and chicken rollers on the roller grill below 135 degrees; and store without thin probe thermometer. All Scores 28209 • 7-Eleven, 4401 Park Road – 91 • Angry Ales, 1518 Montford Drive – 97 • I Love Juice Bar, 4325 Park Road – 97 • Luisa’s Brick Oven Pizzeria, 1730 Abbey Place – 97.5 • Qdoba Mexican Grill, 1600 E. Woodlawn Road – 93 • Viva Chicken, 4500 Park Road – 100

South Charlotte Weekly | Nov. 4, 2016 | Page 5 • Wendy’s , 4335 Park Road – 96.5 • Zack’s Hamburgers, 4009 South Blvd. – 97.5 28210 • Monterrey Mexican Restaurant, 10707 Park Road – 92.5 • Wendy’s, 10729 Park Road – 95.5 • Wolfman Pizza, 8504 Park Road – 95.5 28211 • Bricktop’s Restaurant, 6401 Morrison Blvd. – 96 • Charley’s Philly Steaks, 4400 Sharon Road – 96.5 • Ernie’s Smokehouse BBQ, 3500 Latrobe Drive – 98 • The Improper Pig, 110 S. Sharon Amity Road – 96.5 28226 • Brooklyn South Pizza Parlor, 7725 Colony Road – 96.5 • Carmel Place, 5512 Carmel Road – 96 • Harris Teeter seafood, 3333 Pineville-Matthews Road – 99 • Hawthorne’s NY Pizza & Bar, 4100 Carmel Road – 96 • KFC, 8800 Pineville-Matthews Road – 96 • Lerner Center Kitchen, 5007 Providence Road – 100 • Mr. Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, 8334 PinevilleMatthews Road – 92.5 28277 • Chick-fil-A, 7910 Rea Road – 97 • Greco Fresh Grille, 9820 Rea Road – 96 • Market Deli, 10636 Providence Road – 92 • Penn Station East Coast Subs, 11532 Providence Road – 96.5 • Romano’s Macaroni Grill, 10706 Providence Road – 90 • Showmars, 10612 Providence Road – 96.5 • The Blue Taj, 14815 Ballantyne Village Way – 97 • Wendy’s, 11640 Providence Road – 90.5 28134 • Longhorn Steakhouse, 10605 Centrum Pkwy. – 96.5 • Red Lobster, 9415 Pineville-Matthews Road – 96

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CHARLOTTE – The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte is preparing to begin its biggest fundraiser of the year – the Red Kettle campaign. Volunteer bell ringers are needed to kick off the campaign Nov. 18, which will run through Dec. 24. Kettles will be found in more than 75 locations across the greater Charlotte area. Volunteers are needed for three-hour shifts Monday to Saturday through the duration of the campaign. “Volunteers play a vital role with The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle program,” said Major Larry Broome, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte. “Kettles staffed with volunteers help us dedicate even more of our resources to directly serving families who need us most. Plus, it’s a great outreach and service opportunity for individuals, corporate groups or church groups.” The Red Kettle Campaign has been a staple of the Christmas season for more than 125 years. Last year, The Salvation Army of Greater Charlotte raised more than $350,000 in the Red Kettles,

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Corporate Park collects books Ballantyne Corporate Park is hosting a book drive for kids in need through Wednesday, Nov. 9. Residents and business leaders are encouraged to drop off gently used books for children who don’t have access to reading materials at home. Books of all reading levels will be accepted, and can be placed in collection bins located in Corporate Park lobbies. Monetary donations also will be accepted. Every dollar will provide one book for a child in need.

Dr. Seuss art exhibit comes to Charlotte for limited time Ted Geisel, more commonly known as Dr. Seuss, created painting and sculptures along with his books during his 60-year career. The rare collection of “The Art of Dr. Seuss” will be on display at Charlotte Fine Art Gallery from Nov. 10 to 13. Visitors will view works from Geisel’s best-known children’s books, as well as “The Secret Art of Dr. Seuss,” which is a collection based on decades of artwork Geisel created out of the public sphere. Sculptures include The Carbonic Walrus, The Two-Horned Drouberhannis, and the Goo-GooEyed Tasmanian Wolghast, to name a few. Art of Geisel expert Valerie Jackson will be on site for a special presentation during the opening event on Friday, Nov. 11, from 6 to 9 p.m. Artwork from this collection have traveled to museums and galleries across three continents since its inception in 1997, with works from The Art of Dr. Seuss hanging in collections alongside

Picasso, Chagall, Warhol, and other 20th century artists. Each work bears a posthumously printed or engraved Dr. Seuss signature, identifying the work as an authorized limited edition commissioned by his estate. Visit www.charlottefineart.com for more information. Charlotte Fine Art Gallery is located at 7510 Pineville-Matthews Road.

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Gingerbread Lane competition returns at Ballantyne Hotel Ballantyne Hotel will hold its annual Gingerbread Lane competition again this year. Three independent categories will be available, including: professional, amateur and children 12 years old and younger. The competition is free to participate. Entry forms must be received via email by Tuesday, Nov. 29. Gingerbread creations will be delivered to the hotel between Sunday, Dec. 3 at 9 a.m. and Tuesday, Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. Judging will take place Wednesday, Dec. 7, at 4 p.m. Call the hotel’s concierge at 704-248-4055 for more information.

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Home Builders Association win gold, silver awards for homes The Home Builders Association of Greater Charlotte showcased 70 homes over three weekends in October as part of this year’s Parade of Homes. Organizers handed out Gold and Silver Awards for notable homes to the following homebuilders: • Shea Homes won the silver award in the $350,000 to $399,000 category for the Hanna plan in the Sonoma subdivision. • David Weekley Homes won the silver award in the $800,000 to $900,000 category for The Plaza plan in its Avignon subdivision. • Alan Simonini Homes won the gold award in the $925,000 to $1.2 million category for The Eastover plan within its Eastover City Homes project. • Bonterra Builders won the silver award in the $925,000 to $1.2 million category for the Brookhaven plan within its Channing Hall neighborhood.

Life Clips has new president Robert Finigan will become president of Life Clips. CEO Robert Gruder will relinquish his duties as president so he can focus on directive actions and strategic planning for the company. “With the advent of our licensing agreement with HP Inc., we need to appoint individuals who can provide structure to Life Clips and Bob is just that person,” Gruder said. Finigan has served as chief branding officer and global chief marketing officer of Modere, as well as managing partner and chief creative officer for Seismic Partners.

Medical office could become restaurant with outdoor patio Chen Development earned approved from Charlotte City Council to freshen up a medical office building at Park Road and Montford Drive with a 720-square-foot outdoor patio. The developer had to get rezoning from office to mixed-use development. This type of zoning will allow for restaurants, art galleries, offices, stores or salons in the 2,500-square-foot building at 4444 Park Road. Site plans limit restaurants from having a drive-thru, as well as playing music between 10 p.m. and 10 a.m. The project will come with planting strips and sidewalks along Park Road and Montford Drive.

City approves townhomes Charlotte City Council approved a rezoning request that will allow 24 townhomes at the site of Holy Covenant United Church of Christ's Sharon Campus. NVR Homes sought to rezone nearly three acres east of Sharon Road, between Sharon Acres Road and Sharon Hills Road from singlefamily to urban residential. “There was a lot of give and take and work from the developer on this to get to the point that we got to which actually delivered almost exactly what the neighbors had asked for except for a couple of things at the end,” City Councilman Kenny Smith said.

Area could survive zombies CareerBuilder ranked Charlotte 31st among 53 of the largest metro areas in terms of its ability to survive a zombie apocalypse. The index is scored on factors in four categories: ability to defend against the virus, ability to contain the virus, ability to find a cure and ability to outlast the epidemic with an ample food supply. The zombie virus is transmitted via biting or contact with infected blood. Charlotte fared best in when it came to food supply and defense, but no so much in finding a cure. The study is based on data from Emsi, CareerBuilder's labor market analysis arm.

Market makes rental ranking Charlotte renters are more likely than others to be moving to the market from another locale, according to a new Zillow analysis. Charlotte ranks 10th among in Zillow's ranking of markets with largest percentage of renters seeking to move in at 25.6 percent. Zillow used data from Renter Profiles filled out by renters as they prepared to move to determine which cities are attracting outsiders. "An influx of people moving to new cities is among the drivers affecting demand and therefore affordability in many of today's housing markets," Zillow Chief Economist Svenja Gudell said. "Rising rents become even more pronounced in booming markets like Nashville, Portland and Denver, not only because so many people want to move in, but also because so few people want to move away. There aren't enough rental homes to go around and the rents have nowhere to go but up."

Attorney wins Pro Bono Award Legal Aid of North Carolina presented south Charlotte resident William Esser IV with its annual Outstanding Individual Pro Bono Service Award. He received the award Oct. 25 in Charlotte at the 2016 Pro Bono Awards, a program that recognizes lawyers who donate time to people in legal crisis. Esser works for Parker Poe Adams & Bernstein LLP in Charlotte. His specialties include commercial litigation, bankruptcy, creditors rights, foreclosures and loans.

Oasis celebrates five years Oasis Outsourcing’s Charlotte office is celebrating its five-year anniversary. The office, located at 13840 Ballantyne Corporate Place, opened in October 2011. “Charlotte is a prime metropolitan target for Oasis due to its position as the second largest financial center in the United States,” said Andrew Stolz, regional vice president of the midwest region. “Small and medium-sized businesses in Charlotte have come to depend on Oasis for its unique service proposition and client-centered approach to business.” Oasis offers human resources, employee benefits, payroll and risk management administrative services.

What to do if you’re in an accident by M. David Bland Contributor

Millions of automobile accidents occur in the United States - about a third involve personal injury or death. If you’re in an accident, here are seven key things you should do. 1) Stop the vehicle. Never leave the accident scene; you can face criminal prosecution. The rare exception: if there’s a minor accident in a remote or isolated location where you are or you could be in danger of an assault or robbery, go to the nearest safe location and immediately call the police. 2) Call the police to document what took place, even if you don’t think there are serious injuries. Any insurance company will want to see a police report. 3) Check on all drivers and passengers to determine if anyone needs medical attention. Don’t move an unconscious or seriously injured person before medical help arrives unless danger such as fire, drowning, etc. requires immediately moving them. 4) Report what happened truthfully to the police. Get any witnesses’ names and contact information. Don’t apologize or accept any blame at the accident scene. If you’re not seriously injured and have a cell phone camera, take pictures to show what happened, any collision damage, and cause of accident. 5) If anyone was injured, hire an experienced attorney for legal advice. If you’re at fault, your insurance company will likely provide a lawyer to defend you if a settlement can’t be reached. If you’re injured and not at fault, most lawyers

will represent you on a contingent fee basis, receiving a percentage of damages awarded. 6) Be careful. Speak to a lawyer first, and understand your rights before discussing the accident with anyone else. Do NOT talk to an insurance representative without your lawyer’s express knowledge. Frequently, insurance adjustors representing the other parties will try to get an injured person to acknowledge that he was to some degree to blame. In NC, contributory negligence prevents a person with any degree of fault from receiving any recovery. 7) Do not accept any insurance company’s settlement offer until you’re certain all your physical injuries have been treated and you’re compensated for any future medical treatment you may require. Your attorney can help determine expectations regarding future medical costs, disability, future pain, lost wages, etc. Once you accept a settlement, you can’t go back for additional compensation. The lawyers at Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. have been helping people injured in automobile accidents for over 30 years. Contact us at 704-844-1400 to be sure you know your legal rights and obligations. M. David Bland is a partner and civil litigation attorney who handles personal injury cases. Contact David at Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A. at (704) 844-1400. The information contained in this article is general in nature and not to be taken as legal advice nor to establish an attorneyclient relationship between the reader and M. David Bland or the law firm of Weaver, Bennett & Bland, P.A.

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Shepherd’s Place

The Shepherd’s Place provides care for kids in need by Hannah Chronis hannah@cmgweekly.com

Secluded on more than 200 acres in rural Union County is a haven for kids in need. Nearly three decades ago, Sal and Pauline Citro felt a calling to reach kids whose families were going through financial or emotional crisis. After years of planning and preparation, the couple opened The Shepherd’s Place Children’s Home in Monroe to provide a safe place for children in need as their parents dealt with challenging circumstances. When age and health issues prevented the Citros from carrying on their mission, Rev. Tim Cruse of Shining Light Baptist Church stepped in to take the reins. The six-bedroom house, which includes a commercial kitchen, living room, playroom and six bathrooms, is now home to a couple who cares for six children – three of their own and three in temporary care. “We’re coming alongside families who are in crisis and need help until they can get back on their feet,” Cruse said. “We’re so excited about being able to help

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these children, and give them a home where they’re loved and cared for.” Children are connected with the home via word of mouth. If someone in the community or in Cruse’s congregation hears of a need, they often suggest The Shepherd’s Place. The nonprofit doesn't take custody, but instead signs guardianship papers to properly care for the children on their parents’ behalf. Part of Cruse’s desire to help others through the children’s home stems from his own upbringing. “I grew up in a really bad situation,” he said. “It helps me instantly connect with these kids. When I tell them how I grew up, they feel comfortable talking and can identify with me. That’s something God has put on my heart. I know what it’s like to go without food, without heat in winter and to have no adult supervision. I’ve lived through that and to tell these kids that God had a plan for me and has a future for them, that’s what I want them to know and believe.” As the home continues to grow, its needs grow as well. Cruse encourages the community to consider year-end donations to help underwrite costs so The Shepherd’s Place can continue providing a home for kids

in need. Cruse is currently searching for a 12passenger van to help transport the children to school at Shining Light Academy. It’s recently outgrown its seven-passenger SUV with the addition of another child to the home. “When our most recent girl came down for a visit, she saw the room she would be staying in and started to tear up,” Cruse said. “She said it could be her dream home. She’s so excited to be here.” Eventually, Cruse hopes the land at The Shepherd’s Place will grow to include an education building and individual cottages for children and families.

The Shepherd’s Place PO Box 1743, Monroe www.theshepherdsplace childrenshome.com Bright pink walls line one of the girls bedrooms at The Shepherd’s Place Photo courtesy of Tim Cruse

Christian Adoption

Christian Adoption Services looks to future by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

Christian Adoption Services has placed more than 2,000 children into loving homes over the course of its 37-year history – a testament to the work of its founders Jim and Doris Woodward. Jim retired as executive director in March. Doris retired as domestic program coordinator last month. Kevin Qualls took over the reins earlier this year as president of Christian Adoption Services. His background is in ministry, having served as next generation pastor at First Baptist Church Charlotte and south campus pastor at First Baptist Church Indian Trail. Qualls will serve as the spiritual leader of Christian Adoption Services and work to build relationships in the community. He’ll be hiring an executive director soon. “The executive director focuses on the inner-workings of adoption with families and making sure everything functions and flows within the organization,” Qualls said. “My job is bringing awareness to adoption.” Qualls has spent the past several Sundays traveling to churches across the Carolinas to speak about the rewards of adoption. He’s scheduled to speak at Pleasant Garden Baptist Church in Greensboro on Nov. 6 and Mt. Harmony Baptist Church in Matthews on

Nov. 20 He said the biggest misconception about adoptions is that the birth parents will eventually whisk their children away from their adopted homes. The state gives birth-moms a seven-day window to change their minds. “I think people watch too many Lifetime movies,” Qualls said jokingly. “Most adoptions are very open today.” The nonprofit will host an informational meeting on domestic and international adoption on Thursday, Dec. 1, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at its Matthews office. Parents will learn about the process. Christian Adoption Services strives to build God’s kingdom by connecting vulnerable children to Christian homes. The charity averages about 50 adoptions a year, both domestic and international. Facilitating international adoptions has been one of the charity’s specialties. The Woodwards initially focused their charity on helping children in El Salvador. They eventually broadened the charity’s scope to include domestic adoptions once they moved to Matthews in 1989. The charity has offices in Matthews and Rocky Mount, as well as pregnancy counselors that work for them across the state. Qualls wants to expand the ministry to reach more birth moms. Christian Adoption Services also is active in the local community.

Staff and volunteers participated in the Matthews Alive parade over Labor Day weekend. The nonprofit raised more than $22,000 through its inaugural golf tournament in September at Cedarwood Country Club in Charlotte and $46,000 through its Giving Hope and Changing Lives banquet in March at Calvary Church in Matthews. Carolina Panthers receiver Jerricho Cotchery and his wife, Mercedes, attended the banquet and shared their adoption story during the banquet. “God has really blessed us tremendously,” Qualls said. “We’ve impacted a lot of families and helped a lot of birth moms this year.”

Christian Adoption Services 624-100 Matthews-Mint Hill Road, Matthews 704-619-3533 www.christianadopt.org

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beds for kids

Beds for Kids supplies furniture for families in need by Justin Vick

blankets and 26 quilts to the nonprofit in August. Faith-based Project 658 donated homemade pillowcases last month. Mattress donations poured in from Broad River Furniture, Tempurpedic and Tempur Sealy in recent weeks. The nonprofit has enjoyed a relationship with the Meck South Rotary Club since 2011. Proceeds from the club’s Bloody Marys on Five golf tournament helped support Beds for Kids. The nonprofit invites the community to volunteer by helping the staff Saturday mornings at its Charlotte warehouse, as well as picking up and delivering furniture or assisting with office tasks. German exchange students from Providence Day School recently volunteered at the warehouse, while Homes2 Suites by Hilton helped deliver a bed to a family. The charity’s board of directors consists of the likes of Paul Finnen, owner of real estate appraiser Paul E. Finnen & Associates and Charlie Malouf, CEO of Ashley Homestore licensee Broad River Furniture. Carolina Panthers long snapper J.J. Jansen also serves on the board. “He really has a strong belief in supporting the community,” Fogarty said of Jansen. “He started volunteering with us in the offseason and expressed an interest in helping by serving on the board.” All Pro tight end Greg Olsen also is part of the team. Olsen appeared in a commercial on

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Beds For Kids packed a delivery truck late last month with enough donated furniture for a mom and her six children, ranging in age from 2 to 12 years old. Executive Director Daniel Fogarty points to a recent study that estimates 7,500 children in Mecklenburg County have permanent housing but are sleeping on floors. He believes the need is actually twice that. His five-year-old charity specializes in “Furnishing Futures.” The nonprofit expects to finish out the year serving 1,800 children. “It’s been our biggest year yet,” Fogarty said. “We’re continuing to grow with more and more support.” Beds for Kids isn’t an agency that’s heavily funded. It doesn’t receive government grants or funding from the United Way. Fogarty attributes its growth to individual families. The nonprofit’s average cash donation is about $150. A donation of as little as $25 can provide a bed kit, $150 yields a twin bed set and $450 furnishes a home. Fogarty encourages people to consider donating furniture they no longer need. This includes families looking to upgrade their furniture or put some in storage. BB&T donated 157 pillows, 76 sheet sets, 39

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behalf of Ashley Home Store, calling for the community to donate sofas, dressers, kitchen tables and lamps to support the nonprofit’s mission. “As a dad I know how important a good night sleep is for kids, but thousands of children in our community sleep on the floor every night,” Olsen said in the 30-second commercial. Beds for Kids is centered in Mecklenburg, but it is experiencing interest from Iredell and Cabarrus counties. More donations are coming in from Union County. “As we continue to get more and more donations, it allows us to take on more areas of need,” Forgarty said.

Beds for Kids 1800 Camden Road, Charlotte 980-422-1192 www.bedsforkids.org

Common Heart

Common Heart plans to donate 1,000 turkeys by Hannah Chronis hannah@cmgweekly.com

Eleven years ago, Indian Trail-based Common Heart was a new nonprofit just getting off the ground and trying to make a difference. Now, it’s grown from four friends looking to fill a need in Union County to a team of more than 800 volunteers, three food pantries and three mobile pantries serving more than 750 families in Union and Mecklenburg counties each month. The ‘heart’ of the faith-based nonprofit is to help families in need receive groceries to feed their loved ones that they would not be able to afford otherwise. By partnering with local churches, businesses and organizations, Common Heart helps build relationships with those in the community who could use some extra support and kindness. That kindness will be on display more than ever in a few weeks. During November, Common Heart preps for its biggest volunteer event of the year – the Great Turkey Countdown. This year’s 10th annual event seeks to provide 1,000 turkey dinners and sides to 1,000 families so they can prepare a Thanksgiving meal for their family. Residents are encouraged to drop off

frozen turkeys and nonperishables, such as canned vegetables, stuffing and gravy mix, at the Common Things Thrift Store, located at 321 Indian Trail Road N. Donations are accepted Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., through Nov. 14. “When we started this Thanksgiving program nine years ago, we gave away just over 100 Thanksgiving baskets,” said Common Heart Founder and Executive Director Keith Adams. “The effort – thanks to the community's generosity – has grown steadily since then, and this year we hope we can serve 1,000 families.” The event will culminate with a volunteerled packing event on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 6:30 a.m. to noon, as hundreds of volunteers will pack and deliver the dinner baskets to residents in Union County, Matthews and Mint Hill. Volunteers can sign up at www.tur keys.commonheart.org. Adams said earlier this year that ultimately, the goal of Common Heart is to show the love of God through caring for neighbors. Providing families with turkeys during the holiday season is just one small way to do that. “We want those people that are in need to know they aren’t alone,” he said. When it’s not gearing up for major events like the Great Turkey Countdown and fundraisers such as the annual Fourth of July

Firecracker Run, Common Cupboard Golf Classic and Love in Action Banquet, the nonprofit relies on the steady and consistent support of volunteers who help operate the Common Cupboard food pantry and Common Things Thrift Store. Non-perishable food items for Common Cupboard and gently used clothing, as well as financial donations, are always needed to help Common Heart continue its mission. A donation of $25 provides a week’s worth of groceries delivered to a family of four.

Common Heart 16 Business Park Drive, Indian Trail 704-218-9060 www.commonheart.org

Common Things Thrift Store 321 Indian Trail Road, Indian Trail 704-234-8168

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Alliance for Children

Monroe nonprofit serves low-income children by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

Monroe-based Alliance for Children dedicates its efforts to making sure every child in Union County has the opportunity for a bright future. The nonprofit addresses the entire spectrum of early childhood needs, including physical, emotional and educational, for low-income children. “To put it simply: We provide programs and fund programs that deal with children birth to 5 years old and their families so they can be successful in kindergarten and beyond,” said Alliance Executive Director Linda Smith. These needs are acquired through various programs, including Smart Start, N.C. Pre-K and early education services. Smith said research has shown that children’s first 2,000 days are critical to their development of personalities, language and literacy. Even babies need engagement to help develop their literacy skills early on. Alliance has a “Smart Start Resource Center” that serves a library with multi-cultural and educational materials for infants, toddlers and preschoolers. Parents, childcare providers and students also can borrow toys, books and musical instruments for play, or to strengthen motor skills. The nonprofit also provides resources to lowincome families, including Best Start, a program at Forest Hills and Monroe high schools that

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helps pregnant and parenting teens access information about health, child development, and parenting practices to complete their high school education; Circle of Parents, a community group that discusses raising children with special needs; Motheread, a parenting course that give parents methods to support the ageappropriate, literacy skill development of their infants, toddlers and preschoolers while improving their own listening, speaking, reading and writing skills; care subsidies for working families, so they can afford childcare; and Nurturing Parent Program, which provides intense group parenting sessions for families receiving services from child welfare or who are experiencing the early stages of child maltreatment. The nonprofit also provides breastfeeding and inclusion support – particularly to Hispanic families – as well as assists child-care professionals to take college-credit classes at no cost. Smith said Alliance analyzes their services regularly to ensure they are the best methods to reach Union County kids. “We have those pockets of children who may and may not be able to have the same experiences as others,” she said. “We provide parents with tools that they need (and) help improve childcare setting and the education programs so they can meet those high quality standards.” Alliance receives some state funds, but runs on essential private donations from foundations, corporations and individuals. They receive Smart Start funding, but mostly need to fund the programs not under that designation through

grants and gifts, Smith said. “Supporting the total needs of children and their families prepares them for school and lifetime success. Research show that low family income, chronic health problems, developmental delays, low education level of the mother and poor familial relationships can devastate a child’s future success in school,” the organization said. “Research shows that every $1 invested in high-quality early education for low-income children translates into $7 cost savings down the line because these children require fewer special services as they grow up.” Donations can be made through calling 704-226-1407 or writing a check to “Alliance for Children” and mailing to P.O. Box 988, Monroe, NC, 28111.

Alliance for Children 105 Cedar St. Monroe theallianceforchildren.org 704-226-1407 Photo courtesy of Alliance For Children

Crisis Assistance Ministry

Crisis Assistance Ministry provides help during financial crisis by Hannah Chronis hannah@cmgweekly.com

Forty years ago, a group of local clergy gathered together to discuss how to meet the needs of low-income families in Mecklenburg County. In 1975, Crisis Assistance Ministry was born and officially opened in Dilworth United Methodist Church. What began as a small group of people looking to address the needs of those less fortunate has grown into one of the largest assistance ministries in the county, serving an average of 200 households each day. “The purpose of Crisis Assistance Ministry when it was founded was to create a place where the community comes together to help each other in a way that’s the most efficient, not only for the community, but for those being served through its programs,” said Communications Manager Tovi Martin. The heart of the nonprofit has stayed the same over the years, as it continues to serve Charlotte’s community by meeting the needs of those in financial crisis. Its services include emergency financial assistance, such as covering a family’s utility bills to ensure gas isn’t cut off during the winter, screening for available public benefits and providing clothing, shoes and essentials through its free store, among others. “We want to prevent homelessness and ensure dignity,” Martin said. “People come to us

when they are in a financial crisis and at risk of being evicted, but they also come to us when they need things like school uniforms for their children and can’t afford them. The idea is to ensure people have their basic needs met.” Meeting those needs wouldn't be possible without the support of the community. About a third of the nonprofit’s work is done by volunteers, ranging from retired couples who volunteer on a weekly basis to large corporate groups from Uptown who donate their time monthly. Volunteers contribute more than 55,000 hours each year, which equates to more than $1 million, Martin said. The work of volunteers helps Crisis Assistance Ministry maintain low overhead costs. It’s designated the Lead Agency for emergency financial assistance in Mecklenburg County. Volunteers are needed to perform a variety of jobs, including serving in the free store, helping at the nonprofit’s furniture bank, conducting clothing drives, inspecting and sorting donations and providing meals and snacks for customers waiting in the lobby at Crisis Assistance Ministry. Clothing, furniture and financial donations also are needed. Next month, the nonprofit will kick off its annual coat drive that runs through January. Residents are encouraged to donate their gently used or new coats to those who otherwise wouldn’t have one. “From year to year, kids outgrow coats and, if you have three children, that can get expensive,”

Martin said. “We want kids to be warm at the bus stops, or adults who leave at 5 a.m. for their job. Especially going into winter, we want to make sure we’re keeping families safe and warm. “We want to meet needs, but we also want people to feel valued.”

These snowflakes were created by children touched by the pain of poverty and the joy of hope.

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Turning Point steps in when others walk out by Hannah Chronis hannah@cmgweekly.com

MONROE – Turning Point, a domestic violence shelter based in Monroe, has helped victims of abuse rebuild their lives since 1989. Since its foundation, the nonprofit has grown from a four-bedroom house on four acres to a state-of-the-art 11,000square-foot facility with 10 bedrooms that can house 42 guests. Turning Point exists to end domestic abuse and sexual assault, and does so by providing victims with safe shelter, as well as advocacy and prevention programs to help them get back on their feet and leave the shelter for violence-free homes. Despite the circumstances of clients at Turning Point, Executive Director Ashley Lantz makes sure the Monroe facility feels like home. Bright yellow walls line the hallways where bedrooms are located, and a new, fenced-in playground gives children a safe place to play. Meals are served family style. “We really want to make it feel like a home while they’re here,” Lantz said earlier this year. But running a nonprofit with a $1.2 million operating budget comes with its

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own set of challenges. Finding transportation so clients can go to and from work, as well as finding affordable housing when they’re ready to leave the shelter, are just a few issues Lantz and her team address on a regular basis. “It’s a challenge, but we’re fortunate to have a strong support system,” she said. That support largely comes from the surrounding community. Last year, volunteers contributed 14,755 hours of work, which equates to seven full-time employees. All services and programs are free for those staying at Turning Point, thanks to grants, donations from businesses and churches and money raised through Second Chance Boutique – the nonprofit’s thrift store. More than 30 percent of the nonprofit’s budget comes from Second Chance, which operates locations in Monroe and Waxhaw. Clients can stay at the shelter as long as they need, and as long as they are working toward gaining their own, independent safe housing with a provided case manager. Most stay three to four months. Once a client leaves, Turning Point staff checks in with them at 30, 60 and 90 days since their departure, and again one year later. Last year, 93 percent of

clients who made it through Turning Point’s domestic violence prevention and awareness program were still living in violence-free homes. Along with its prevention programs for adults, Turning Point also runs a sexual assault resource center, available 24-7, a “HERO Program,” which helps children identify their feelings and learn anger management, as well as a teen dating violence program that works with area high schools. “Half of the women who come in here met their abuser during high school and started that relationship then,” Lantz said. “We want to stop abuse before it starts.”

Turning Point PO Box 952, Monroe 704-283-9150 www.turningpointnc.org Photo courtesy of Turning Point

Justice Ministries

Justice Ministries helps victims of sexual exploitation by Justin Vick justin@cmgweekly.com

Mark Blackwell has worked hard to raise awareness about sex trafficking in Charlotte. The Charlotte native launched Justice Ministries in July 2010 to fight the sexual exploitation of women after learning at a conference how girls were being forced into prostitution. His ministry has helped more than 400 survivors since. Justice Ministries carries out its mission in four ways: • Reach out: Finding and building trust with victims of sexual exploitation tends to be the most steady and recurring objective of the four. This is as simple as distributing business cards with a hotline number. • Relocate: Getting women out of compromising situations and into emergency housing. This requires staff and volunteers to respond at the drop of a hat when someone calls the hotline number. • Rehabilitate: Partnering with other agencies to provide a healing environment. This is where its network gets stretched to meet the customized the needs of each woman. • Rise up: Helping women transition into independent lives through case manage-

ment. Blackwell describes this as the most challenging because it’s looking long term. “Many of the ladies who come to us are starting from scratch,” Blackwell said. “We try to get them educational resources, workforce opportunities and housing.” The nature of this outreach can be dangerous as staff and volunteers locate women who dance at strip clubs or are involved in sexually explicit websites. Blackwell has said in interviews with local media outlets that women have called the ministry’s hotline after getting beaten or threatened. Back in the ministry’s early days, all of the calls to the hotline came directly from women. Now the ministry receives most of its referrals from law enforcement, which tends to neutralize a lot of the threat. Blackwell remembers when his ministry served 10 clients the first year of the hotline. Then 30 the next year. Then 100. Then 100 more. “With the number of women we’re serving each year, it’s very tough to maintain that pace with a team of five staff members,” Blackwell said. Blackwell admits his staff has been running on fumes. While sex trafficking has been getting a lot more awareness, Blackwell hopes to achieve a more consistent flow of donations rather than large lump sums. It’s harder to plan ahead without that

monthly consistency. Blackwell hopes increased funding will lead to more staff and housing innovations. He envisions helping women get out of the sex trade by providing opportunities for sustainable housing. Justice Ministries will celebrate its accomplishments and look ahead to the future at its Light the Way 2016 holiday dinner and silent auction. The fundraiser takes place Dec. 15, from 7 to 10 p.m., at Hilton Charlotte University Place, located at 9629 J.M. Keynes Drive. Tickets costs $30 for singles and $50 for couples through Nov. 11.

Justice Ministries PO Box 11154, Charlotte 980-236-9313 www.justiceministries.org Debra Engelhardt-Nash and Anne McKelvey stand with Justice Ministries Founder Mark Blackwell outside of Sharon United Methodist Church. The church held a baby shower for survivors of human trafficking last year.

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Servants With a Heart

Servants with a Heart alleviates hunger by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

Charlotte residents Suzanne and Jeff Yoh started Servants With A Heart in 2011 because of a calling toward service work. They recognized the need to alleviate hunger in their community and in Latin America, so they began hosting packing events, in which volunteers assemble packs of rice, soy, vitamin powder and vegetables that are delivered to impoverished children in Nicaragua and the local area. Each pack provides six meals for a child in need. About 90 percent of the packs travel to Nicaragua and the other 10 percent are given to local food banks, such as Second Harvest Food Pantry. Nicaragua is the second poorest country in the western hemisphere after Haiti, and Nicaraguan children often live in trash dumps and consume mud patties and tree bark for nourishment. Servants With A Heart partners with Furniture Factory Outlet World in Waxhaw to send the packs to Nicaragua to feed 80,000 to 100,000 children weekly. The food also is shipped and distributed to families through a partnership with the Perry Brown family and their nonprofit Samaritans International. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Poverty looks different there than it does here,â&#x20AC;? Yoh said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;There is more of an opportunity here to find food, while there, they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have anything to eat.â&#x20AC;? Many community groups, including Union Academy and some Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, have conducted their own packing events in the past few years. Groups must raise the funds to conduct the packing event, with a $7,500 minimum required to fulfill 50,000 meals. Servants With A Heart educates volunteers about Nicaragua, overseas poverty and good nutrition habits through a presen-

tation and then gives groups a hands-on experience to pack food themselves. Elon Park Elementary was the first CMS school to participate with Servants With A Heart in September 2015. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It was important to (Principal Chuck Fortuna) that our students have a hands-on opportunity to pack meals and be educated about other children around the world,â&#x20AC;? Kelly Ludwick, the eventâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s organizer, said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I think the hands-on experience hits them a lot harder and helps them understand what theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing.â&#x20AC;? Servants With a Heart welcomes additional volunteers for their packing events, but the volunteer shifts are first filled by the organization that raises the funds for the meal packing event. Community members also can join the nonprofitâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s leadership team or can donate at www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr.

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Classroom Central

Classroom Central gives students the tools they need by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

Charlotte-based nonprofit Classroom Central wants students in the greater Charlotte area to be prepared for school. But some, particularly those who live in poverty, can’t always afford school supplies. That’s where Classroom Central steps in. Classroom Central’s mission is to equip “students living in poverty to effectively learn by collecting and distributing free school supplies.” The nonprofit serves more than 100,000 students in poverty in more than 200 schools in six school districts, including Mecklenburg and Union counties. They carry out their mission through multiple programs, including a “free store,” in which teachers and other personnel can “shop” for free school supplies and then given to the students; its Classroom Up program, the first of its kind in the United States that allows teachers to order essential school supplies via an online portal, which are then delivered to the school; its Mobile Free Store, in which Classroom Central delivers essential items to the high-poverty schools that are geographically farther from the free store; and its Backpacks

& Basics, which supplies kits and backpacks to high poverty schools. The mobile store has been critical for Union County Public Schools, including Monroe High School. “It can be difficult for teachers to visit the free store for a variety of reasons,” Lauren Johnson, Classroom Central director of communications and marketing, said earlier this year. “Some of them have their own children, they’re coaches after school or have second or third jobs.” Classroom Central will set up a “Pop Up Shop” at Monroe High on Nov. 3, where about 150 teachers will receive up to $127 worth of school supplies. Johnson added many teachers don’t receive all their necessary supplies because of low school system budgets and would have to “dig into their own pockets” to buy supplies if Classroom Central did not provide them. She said teachers’ families would have to cut back in order for their classrooms to have what they need. Classroom Central provides support mainly through teachers, because they often know the needs of the students, Johnson added. She added the supplies are particularly important during the second semester, as the student population changes from August and less people think about

school supplies during the second semester. All of Classroom Central’s contributions are through private donations and Johnson said the best way for an individual is through financial contributions. She said the nonprofit can purchase $5 worth of supplies for $1 through business partnerships. Visit www.classroomcentral.org for more information about how to help.

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CMS board looks to vote on long-term plan to increase trust CMS staff still plans to use socioeconomic status (SES) as leverage for the student assignment lottery. SES will be determined by cenThe Charlotte-Mecklenburg Board of Edu- sus and self-reported data. CMS would try to cation has a lot weighing on its shoulders next balance low-SES and high-SES students in a week, as the board will be voting on the stu- full magnet and to give priority to low-SES dent assignment plan, which includes where students in partial magnet programs. The district also will give a priority in the additional magnet seats will lie, on Nov. 9. lottery to students of consistently low-perThe Nov. 9 vote will be conducted in a forming schools. process, in which the BOE will vote school The number of students in the six (three by school to add specific programs. Those elementary and three middle schools) stateprograms include the “Year 1” options that designated low-performing schools that will open for the 2017-18 school year. CMS would be eligible through the priority within staff have created a four-year rolling plan, but the proposed policy’s all projects won’t be set guiding principles is in stone on Nov. 9. Want to share your 2,564 students, but “The rolling plan is thoughts before Nov. 9? Clark said many of intended to be just that. those schools have parTown hall meetings at East & West We have a number of tial magnet programs. Mecklenburg high schools at 7 conversations currently to 8:30 p.m. and online. Many students within occurring at schools that those schools have optCommunity engagement sessions at are not yet reflected in ed for the specialized Sedgefield Secondary Montessori that plan. Those that are program, so only the on Nov. 3 reflected in the 2018-19 “home school” students and beyond school years could use the lottery. are ones in a deeper level of development,” CMS staff garnered community feedback Superintendent Ann Clark said. “We felt like about student assignment beyond public it was important to let board members know hearings at meetings, including superinwhat was on the horizon.” tendent coffees, live Facebook chats, several Schools will be added to the listing in the school-specific community engagement sesfuture, including in the Eastway and Garsion and community town halls to share “best inger feeder pattern. Many students from thinking,” which community members could Garinger spoke out about how the programs participate with online. on the first few years aren’t on the east side of CMS plans to conduct more town halls the county. and school-specific engagement meetings “I would have loved to have attended a before Nov. 9 and will incorporate that feedmagnet school of the area of my interest and back into the final plan. I’m sure students at Garinger would love the Assistant Superintendent of School Opsame,” said one Garinger senior, who has an tions Akeisha Craven-Howell said the most interest in performing arts. crucial part of the student assignment plan is Clark believes the rolling plan will develop awareness and increasing participation in the to include schools in those areas. The vote is school options lottery. CMS has hired SOLID set to only be the specific programs for the to help spread the message about options and 2017-18 school year and not further. The adwill share the outline for the awareness and ditional programs for 2017-18 would grant marketing plan during the Nov. 9 meeting. almost 2,700 additional magnet seats in the first year and 3,630 seats when all programs They plan to use SOLID for targeted marketare at capacity. Clark hopes to double the to- ing and reaching specific communities. Ericka Ellis-Stewart worries CMS still tal magnet seats in the district in the first four isn’t answering the lingering questions of the years of the rolling plan. community, particularly regarding what the The first set of programs include an early district is going to do to ensure children have educators early college at UNC Charlotte, access to a proper education. public service and JROTC academies at “We need to be shooting for no schools Hawthorne and moving Palisades Park El(that) are a ‘C,’” Ellis-Stewart said. “I know ementary to Winget Park. we still have 25 schools that are low-performDistrict staff said they would bring forth ing. We’ve got to figure this out soon because the anticipated costs and funding sources our students can’t wait their future.” for each program by Nov. 9, but CMS won’t The Alves consulting group suggested know the increased transportation cost of community creating a center, but Ellis-Stewstudents using new magnet programs until art pointed out that CMS hasn’t determined January when students sign up. how they would carry that out and increase Clark also said CMS would shorten the access to programs and information, particutime in-between Phase I and Phase II lotterlarly for individuals with language barriers. ies, so they can acquire the actual additional Ellis-Stewart and other BOE members also transportation costs sooner. The second lotworried about only voting for the 2017-18 tery will begin four weeks after the first one projects on Nov. 9 and wondered about inends. by Courtney Schultz

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Globetrotter shares anti-bullying message with Charlotte Prep by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

The Harlem Globetrotters are taking their tricks into the classroom, but their message doesn't have anything to do with basketball. Instead, they’re visiting local schools to share an anti-bullying message. Harlem Globetrotter Ant Atkinson paid Charlotte Preparatory School’s lower school a visit to share about “The ABCs of Bullying Prevention.” The Globetrotters designed the program in coordination with the National Campaign to Stop Violence, with a focus on taking action, staying brave in the face of bullying and showing compassion for yourself and others. “This is an important issue all over the world,” Atkinson said. “We have to make sure to get the message out and help kids realize it’s a team effort.” The Globetrotters and Atkinson recognize that children’s lives have been lost as a consequence of bullying. They want kids to see school as a safe environment and not be afraid to speak out against bullying that happens to themselves or others. The Globetrotter showcased a serious topic in a fun, interactive presentation that

Harlem Globetrotter Ant Atkinson taught Charlotte Prep students to stand up against bullying, while helping them learn new basketball tricks. Courtney Schultz/SCW photo

talked about the ABCs (Action, Bravery and Compassion) to encourage students to identify and stop bullying. He helped some students learn new basketball tricks. Atikinson also shared his personal story with the kindergarteners through fourth

graders at Charlotte Prep, in which a troubled student bullied him out of jealousy. The Globetrotter shared how once he told an adult he trusted, and understood why the student bullied him, he showed compassion for his offender.

“I want kids to learn don’t be afraid to share what’s going on and show compassion for everyone,” Atkinson said. The Globetrotter’s message fits well with Charlotte Prep’s curriculum and school culture. Character and leadership development are part of the school’s mission and are integrated in school activities. “That’s what we feel like our mission is: To create socially aware and helpful citizens in the world,” said Allison Evans, director of marketing and communications. Charlotte Prep focuses on character qualities throughout the school year and has a “buddy” program, in which older and young students are connected to learn about character development. Head of Lower School Nicole Girvan feels the bullying conversation is critical with the current global climate. Charlotte Prep felt having the Globetrotter share the crucial message in a fun way was a chance to give students a break from hearing it from the typical adult. Girvan said the school plans to integrate the ABCs into their character development lessons, including their afterschool staff. What Atkinson most wants students to take away is that stopping bullying is a team effort and that they can help each other.

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Hands on the Future

Apprenticeships provide free career path by Courtney Schultz courtney@cmgweekly.com

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Providence High School graduate Matt Brown has multiple certificates, a college education, a journeymanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s card and a career through an apprenticeship program, which was of no cost to him. Courtney Schultz/SCW photo

ronâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s average age and created generations of workers within the company. Older workers become mentors to the apprentices. He hopes the apprenticeship program helps replace the Baby Boomers who will eventually leave the company and set up a solid workforce for the companyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s future. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Ultimately, the goal is that the future work force is brought up inside the company and gets all the training and the feedback that they need from the older generations to continue making the company successful and productive.â&#x20AC;? DeVlieger said the program helps create qualified, skilled individuals that he can help become proficient in the trade. He wants to rid the stigma of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;dark, dirty machine shopâ&#x20AC;? and help families realize manufacturing work could mean a long-standing, profitable career. Twenty-one-year-old Matt Brown, a Providence High School alumnus, is a graduate of the program and is a mold maker at PFAFF. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The area that I live in, mold making is nothing youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve ever heard of. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s something you see on YouTube or if you really take time to look at it,â&#x20AC;? Brown said. Through his apprenticeship, Brown has experienced other training beyond mold making, including laser training and a Spanish course. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The apprenticeship is just the start. If you treat this like a career and you appreciate what they have to offer, you can only go up from here,â&#x20AC;? he added. But Apprenticeship 2000 isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the only option available for students looking at a more handson opportunity. Central Piedmont Community College has its own program, Apprenticeship Charlotte, which connects students with local employers. South Piedmont Community College also offers an apprenticeship program, in which students can partners with Union County manufacturers. Charter Communications, which recently merged with Time Warner Cable, also is offering more than 600 apprenticeships in North Carolina. Charter is one of 562 state employers offering apprenticeship programs, according to the North Carolina Department of Commerce. Apprenticeship 2000 is accepting applications at apprenticeship2000.com.

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The lease on my son’s and daughter-in-law’s apartment was up for renewal. Being the fiscally frugal people they are, they decided not to accept the increase in rent. They chose to relocate. Delee started shopping for other apartments and did some price comparison. At the time, they were in a two bedroom, two bathroom apartment. As she continued to research prices, she learned they could save a substantial amount of money if they decided to move into a one bedroom, one bathroom apartment. Since they do not have children, they chose to downsize. You’re probably wondering where they put the contents of a two-bedroom apartment into a onebedroom apartment? The moving portion was very interesting. They had only moved into their current apartment 18 months before. There were some boxes they never unpacked. They decided if they hadn’t used it in 18 months, they didn’t need it. Off it went to Goodwill. This “downsizing” continued throughout the move. Since they like to camp, they found a place to store their equipment. It was clever how they did it. What was most significant was not the items they decided to keep or discard. It was what they both said. They didn’t want “things.” They didn’t

need to keep collecting “things.” They wanted experiences. They would use their savings to go on vacations they previously couldn’t afford. How different that view is from that of my world growing up. When I was a kid, Rev. Tony Marciano I heard my father talk about his childhood as a kid growing up in the depression. He didn’t have toys. He had a picture of a car he cut out of a magazine. His generation wanted their children to have everything they didn’t have. They did a good job of loading up baby boomers. I once read a bumper sticker that said, “The one who dies with the most toys wins.” My son and his wife have it right. When you collect things, you have to store them, maintain them, repair them and dust them. Some you have to insure and pay taxes on. When we collect “things,” it can make us feel good about what we have, as if collecting “things” gives us significance. Sometimes, “we buy things we can’t afford to impress people we don’t like.” What are the important things? I think it is faith, family and friends. It’s about the people in

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our lives, the relationships we have with them, spending time and laughing with them all while making memories with them. This Thanksgiving, you and I will gather around the Thanksgiving table. Many families have a tradition of going around the table and asking each person to say what they are thankful for. For me, it’s my son being married to an incredible woman and watching them navigate this thing called life. It’s walking my daughter down the aisle with the confidence I can turn her hand over to her soon to be husband, knowing he will genuinely love her. It’s learning that the empty nest is better than I thought. It’s wonderful. It’s going to New Jersey for a family wedding and catching up with my last remaining aunt and having a meal around her table. It’s beginning to understand that God deeply loves me. I know that Christ died on the cross for my sins. Translating that act as a tangible expression of God’s love is transformational. I disagree with that bumper sticker I mentioned earlier. It does go back to what is important - faith, family and friends. My son has it right. I’ll be back in two weeks. Until then, live well my friend. Rev. Tony Marciano is the executive director of the Charlotte Rescue Mission. He is available to speak to your group. Find more information at www. charlotterescuemission.org.

cluding projects for 2018-19 as well. Clark said CMS staff didn’t intend to include voting on those projects, because some of them were only possible if a 2017 bond referendum passes, as well as some 2018-19 projects don’t have specific details set, such as the partial magnet program at Quail Hollow Middle School. She worries there are too many uncertainties. Ellis-Stewart worries that if they don’t vote for the extra seats for 2018-19 it will feel reminiscent of times the BOE hasn’t kept a promise regarding a specific project. She wants the community to see a level of commitment from the board. “As a parent, for me to support you in a bond, you have to ‘wow me,’” said Chairman Mary McCray. “Right now, we need to ask ourselves, ‘Is this going to wow and is 201819 going to wow people enough?’” She suspects people – particularly in the east side – are not impressed with this plan because there isn’t anything tangible for the east side. “We need to show the community that we’re all in,” McCray said. Eric Davis suggested the BOE vote for implementation for the first year and commit to planning for the following years. “We’re stating that we believe in the work that’s been done thus far. Maybe more schools will be added to it,” Davis said. Visit goo.gl/JgzCDV for the entire “best thinking” plan for the new student assignment plan.

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Down Syndrome Association Gala

The Down Syndrome Association of Greater Charlotte will hold its annual fundraising gala. Cost is $85 for DSAGC members and $120 for nonmembers, which includes two drink tickets, dinner, a silent and live auction and dancing. Attire is cocktail to semi-formal. Tickets are available at www.biddingforgood.com/dsagc. 6:30 to 11 p.m.; The Ballantyne Hotel, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.

James K. Polk Birthday Celebration

The President James K. Polk Historic Site will celebrate Polkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s birthday during its annual living history event. Visitors will experience the 1844 election and meet with an array of backcountry residents. Games, cooking demonstrations and musket-firing demonstrations will take place. Cost is $5 per vehicle. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; James K. Polk Historic Site, 12031 Lancaster Hwy, Pineville.

Civil War

The Mint Hill Historical Society offers a chance to experience what it was like to live during the Civil War with a lantern tour of the Carl J. McEwen Historic Village. Speak with soldiers, deserters, children-at-arms,

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Help in the fight against Diabetes by participating in the annual Step Out Walk, which raises money for the American Diabetes Association. Registration begins at 7:15 a.m. Visit www.diabetes.org/stepoutcharlotte to learn more. 9 a.m.; BB&T Ballpark, 324 S. Mint St.

Knife Skills

Inspire teens to become chefs during the YMCAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Chefs de Partie workshop series. Teens will learn basic kitchen safety and skills, gain confidence in their abilities and make delicious treats. Cost is $25 for YMCA members and $40 for nonmembers. Open to students in sixth to 12th grade. Register at morrisonteachingkitchen@ymcacharlotte. org. 7 to 8:30 p.m.; Morrison YMCA, 9405 Bryant Farms Road

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Local tarot reader Heather GaffneyDarnell will provide insight and guidance during this Romani-themed specialty tea. Cost is $40 for adults and $20 for kids 5 to 12 years old. Reservations are required at 704-2484100. The event runs through Nov. 12. 1 to 5 p.m.; Ballantyne Hotel, 10000 Ballantyne Commons Pkwy.

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Learn about business plans, how to develop your business and SCORE support services. Find out how to use the free library research services for collecting reliable information on competitors, prospects, suppliers, market data and more. Register at 704-4166600. Open to adults 18 years old and older. 5:30 p.m.; South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Road

The dog festival brings dozens of petfriendly vendors to Stumptown Park. You can also watch demonstrations and buy food from food trucks. The event includes a Mutt Strut talent show. Go to www.matthewsnc.gov for details. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; South Trade Street in Matthews

12 Silver Brush Art Show

The annual Silver Brush Art Show and Sale will feature eight local artists with a distinctive, unique style. Artists will be presenting some of their new work. All major mediums and a variety of subjects are represented. The artists are Prudy Weaver, Sandy Wilkinson, Cynthia Howard, Max McLeod, Julie Johnson, Sharon Furner, Susan Lackey and Alex Pieterson. Donations benefit Matthews Free Medical Clinic. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Southern Garden Events, 9101 Monroe Road

12 Babysitting Training

AARP: Living Longer, Living Smarter

This two-hour program will provide attendees with tools, resources and information to make choices around aging. Registration is required at 704-416-6600. Open to adults 18 years old and older. 2 p.m.; South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Road

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Turkey Drive

David Weekly Homes is hosting its annual Turkey Donation Drive. Drop off a frozen turkey or monetary donation to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m; Gibson Building, 11430 N. Community House Road

Kids 11 to 15 years old will learn how to supervise children, recognize safety hazards, handle first-aid situations, change diapers, carry out parentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; instructions and discuss job responsibilities using guidelines from the American Safety and Health Institute. The class also includes basic child CPR. Cost is $85 for YMCA members and $100 for nonmembers. Register at meaghan.hinckley@ymcacharlotte.org. 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Harris YMCA, 5900 Quail Hollow Road

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exam. After the test, the Princeton Review will email participants a detailed performance report with personalized tips on how to improve scores. Register in advance at www.prince tonreview.com/product/offerings/307485. 9:15 a.m.; South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Road

12 Book Signing

Joan Edwards will be at Park Road Books to discuss and sign copies of her latest work, “Joan’s Elder Care Guide: Empowering You and Your Elder to Survive.” Attendees also will have the chance to sign “Thinking of You” cards for residents at Elmcroft of Little Avenue, an Alzheimer’s facility in Charlotte. 2 p.m.; Park Road Books, 4139 Park Road

12 Ballantyne Fall Fest

Team Reach will hold a fall fest and fun run, featuring corn hole, a chili cook-off, marshmallow dipping station, wine and beer, a trackless train and a 1-mile fun run for adults and kids. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; BridgeHampton, 16748 BridgeHampton Club Drive.

13 Veterans Concert

A 50-member chorus will join with solo performers to present, “Honor: A Salute to our Armed Forces.” The concert is free for veterans, $15 for adults and $10 for students and senior citizens. Songs will include “The Battle Hymn of the Republic,” “America the Beautiful” and more. Purchase tickets and learn more at www.voxfirebird.org. 7:30 p.m.; Sharon Presbyterian Church, 5201 Sharon Road

Providence Chamber Concert

The November Chamber music concert will feature Prokofiev’s Violin Sonata No. 1 in F minor. Charlotte Symphony violinists Kari Giles and Tatiana Karpova will be accompanied by pianists Annie Brooks and Emily Urbanek. The concert is free. Visit www.providenceumc. org/music for more information. 7 p.m.; Providence United Methodist Church, 2810 Providence Road

14 Friendsgiving for Good

Passion8 restaurant will hold a preThanksgiving event to benefit Safe Alliance. The farm-to-fork seasonal menu will be open to the public for $10 for a happy hour, including drinks and appetizers, to bring awareness and collect donations for Safe Alliance. 6 p.m.; Passion8, 1523 Elizabeth Ave.

Barbecue with John Shelton Reed

John Shelton Reed is one of North Carolina’s premiere authorities on barbecue. His new book, “Barbecue,” shares history and regional recipes. Park Road Books will be on hand to sell copies. Dan the Pigman will be barbecuing outside and sharing samples. Registration is required at 704-416-6600. Open to adults 18 years old and older. 5:30 p.m.; South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Road

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17 Meet Mary Kratt

Join Mary Kratt, prize-winning Charlotte writer and author of 18 published books of regional history, biography and poetry, to discuss Carolina stories in prose and poetry with an emphasis on her “Watch Where You Walk: New & Selected Poems” and “Charlotte, North Carolina: A Brief History.” Registration is required at 704-416-6600. Open to adults 18 years old and older. 6 p.m.; South County Regional Library, 5801 Rea Road

17 Burn & Brew

The Steele Creek YMCA and Piedmont Social House will hold a fitness and social event to strengthen community engagement and support for the YMCA. The event is free, and will include fitness activities, food, drinks, music and games. 5 to 8 p.m.; Ayrsley Green, 2135 Ayrsley Town Blvd.

Newcomers 17 Charlotte Club Fundraiser The Charlotte Newcomers Club will hold its annual fundraiser at Firethorne Country Club. The event will begin with a social and features live and silent auctions. Tickets cost $22. Proceeds will benefit the club’s philanthropic programs, including filling holiday stockings for underprivileged children, sending children to summer camp and helping single mothers. Buy tickets at www.charlottenewcomers.org. 11 a.m.; Firethorne Country Club, 1108 Firethorne Drive, Marvin

18 Science on the Rocks

Discovery Place launches a new exhibit on Genghis Khan and will kick things off with a “Science on the Rocks: Ultimate Warrior” event. Guests mnust be at least 21 years old. The exhibition is included with museum admission. 5 to 9 p.m.; Discovery Place, 301 N. Tryon

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19 Yoga Workshop

Yoga has many benefits to aid those suffering from arthritis and other joint dysfunction including joint replacement. This therapeutic yoga workshop will incorporate specific poses and movement patterns to ease joint discomfort, improve balance, and improve overall quality of life. Cost is $30 for members and $40 for nonmembers. Register at sarasymca@ymcacharlotte.org. 1 to 3 p.m.; Sara’s YMCA, 15940 Brixham Hill Ave.

19 Meet the Artist

John Huneycutt will be at Charlotte Fine Art Gallery to discuss “Silver Wings Wet Plate Portraits,” – the 2015 Best of Show Winner at the gallery – during a reception. The work will be on display through Dec. 16. 5 to 8 p.m.; Charlotte Fine Art Gallery, 7510 Pineville-Matthews Road

Book Reading

Bethany Burt will read excerpts and sign copies of her latest book, “I am NOT a Princess!” The book was inspired by the author’s daughter, who was obsessed with princesses as a toddler. 11:30 a.m.; Park Road Books, 4139 Park Road

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Country Day tennis dynasty continues

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Charlotte Country Day coach Calvin Davis is a master motivator, but arguably some of his greatest attributes are his abilities to help players adjust, correct, practice, prepare and execute. Those were all difference makers, as the Buccaneers (17-1) beat Cary Academy, 5-1, to capture their fourth straight N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association 3A state championship at Campbell University in Buies Creek Saturday, Oct. 29. When Country Day played Cary Aug. 27, the Chargers won all three doubles matches before the rest of the match was cancelled due to inclement weather. However, the Bucs bounced back when it mattered most to win all three doubles frames with their No. 2 tandem of junior Kendall Addison and senior Sally Sasz claiming an 8-1 win. Country Day’s No. 3 doubles team of senior Lindsay Larkin and sophomore Parker Shelton emerged victorious with an 8-4 win, and its No. 1 team of

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senior Rachell Carroll and freshman Katie Weber came back from a three-point deficit to win 8-6. Shelton lost her first set in singles play, but recovered to tie it and then won the tiebreaker to give the Buccaneers a 4-1 advantage and set things in motion for them to secure the title. Sasz sealed the state championship for Country Day when she won in straight sets at line four singles spot. That was the second time Sasz

decided a match with her play during the state tournament. “What was amazing was that we won all three doubles, which was a little surprising,” Davis said. “We knew they had strong doubles teams, but we worked really hard the rest of the season to improve our doubles, and it paid off for us in the end. We do have girls who are not full-time tennis players, but as the season goes along they

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Latin field hockey repeats as state champs by Ben Doster ben@cmgweekly.com

Charlotte Latin’s field hockey team (16-0-1) has become the premier program in North Carolina this decade, and built on its winning tradition when it defeated Providence Day, 2-1 in double overtime to win the N.C. Independent Schools Athletic Association state championship for the second year in a row Saturday, Oct. 29. Junior Caroline Balogh scored the sudden death, game-winning goal off an assist from sophomore Caroline Juckett at the 5:41 mark of the second overtime. Senior Camille Kane, a team co-captain, scored Latin’s first goal on an assist from senior Hannah Burlingame at the 24-minute mark. Latin was dominant on defense during that second overtime, as it kept Providence Day’s offense from advancing into the Hawks’ territory. Coach Deb Savino has been at the helm since 2008, and has guided the Hawks to all four of their state championships during her tenure as head coach. This championship run began when one of Latin’s players challenged everyone on the team to pursue the goal of an undefeated season. The girls put in the hard work during the offseason, and prepared well when fall practices began Aug. 3. The Hawks had 18 returning players from last season’s state championship run, but added 10 new players to the fold.

“They worked so hard all season,” Savino said. “We had some ups and downs, and they just persevered. We had 28 girls on the team who worked incredibly hard. It’s hard to talk about, because it was all in. That’s a lot of girls. You can only have 11 on the field at one time. “It was an incredible sideline group of kids,” Savino said. “It was amazing to have all 28 kids all going for the same goal and accepting their roles. It was a great experience. They all bought in to ‘Let’s work hard, and let’s get this done,’ so they did. It was a special feeling.” Kane was the team’s stat stuffer. Isabelle Sumichrast, a senior team co-captain, who played center mid, was Latin’s backbone. She was a dominant force on both ends of the field. Juckett gave the Hawks a never-gave-up attitude with effort. Junior Cecelia Monnin, sophomores Myah Pease and Sutton Orndorff, Burlingame, Corbett Foster and senior Ansley Cowan provided meaningful contribution to help Latin bring home the title. Foster, a goalie, only allowed seven goals this season. She saved 90 percent of the shots opponents took. “It’s a wonderful group of girls that put their heart and soul into the season,” Savino said. Latin will lose nine seniors to graduation. Savino said those girls will be sorely missed, but the Hawks should contend for a third consecutive state championship with a talented nucleus returning for 2017.

Providence Day junior cross-country runner Noah Dolhare took third place at the boys’ NCISAA 3A state championship meet at Hagan Stone Park in Pleasant Garden Friday, Oct. 28. He completed the race in 15 minutes and 59.55 seconds to lead the Chargers to a third-place finish behind state champion Cary Academy and runner-up Durham Academy. Charlotte Country Day finished fifth, while Charlotte Latin came in sixth. It was a successful season for Providence Day, which won the CISAA championship 10 days before. Coach Ben Hovis and company have reason for excitement about the future, because the Chargers should contend for the state title and be the favorite to win the CISAA again next season with Dolhare and several other quality runners returning. Latin senior cross-country runner Lilly

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become more and more competitive with their game of tennis.” Carroll, Larkin, Sasz and Ashley Townsend will graduate with four state championships, which is a remarkable feat for a single class to accomplish. “It’s extremely rewarding for these young athletes,” Davis said. “That is phenomenal for them as well as the school. It was a team that was combination of different styles of athletes. There were some that were full-time players. “There were some that were seasonal players. There were some that became more dedicated as the season went on, so it was a menagerie of lots of different qualities. It was youth, age, experience, competitiveness, so many things for me to see this all come together.” Davis added it was a cumulative effort. No one stood out above the rest. The Bucs had significant contribution from a litany of sources at critical moments. “Everybody stood out when they needed to,” Davis said.

Hallock fought her way to a third-place finish at the girls’ NCISAA 3A state championship meet with a time of 19:00.71. She was integral to helping Latin finish as the state runner-up behind Cary Academy. Providence Day finished fourth, while Country Day came in seventh.

Providence volleyball’s run ends at fourth round Coach Brian Rosen’s first season at Providence was a remarkable one. Providence (27-3, 14-0 So. Meck 8) advanced to the fourth round of the NCHSAA 4A state playoffs before falling to Watauga, 3-1, Nov. 1. The Panthers lose seniors Macy Henry, Emily Konchan (George Mason commit and Bri Murphy to graduation, but they helped to set the bar high for the future. Rosen returns a solid nucleus of talented players that will provide meaningful experience as Providence hopes to contend for a championship in 2017. Rising seniors Lucy Williams and Ashley Cruise and rising junior Carly Peck should be the leaders next season for the Panthers.

Boys Athlete of the Week: Girls Athlete of the Week: Williams Barnes Myers Park Jenna Thompson South Meck Senior Williams Barnes has been a key piece to the Myers Park’s soccer teams’ lineup this season. The veteran forward stepped up with three goals combined to help lead Myers Park to 3-2 wins over Garinger (Oct. 24) and East Meck (Oct. 26).

Freshman tennis player Jenna Thompson is no ordinary rookie. The 14-year-old phenom breezed to an easy victory over Lake Norman’s Lauren Gish, as she beat her in two straight sets, 6-1 and 6-2, to win the N.C. High School Athletic Association 4A state championship.

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Catholic secures So. Meck 8 crown, readies for state playoffs

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Charlotte Catholic (9-1, 6-0 So. Meck 8) locked up the conference championship when it dismantled Ardrey Kell (6-4, 4-2 So. Meck 8) by bludgeoning the Knights on both sides of the ball to cruise to a 49-13 win Friday, Oct. 28. Catholic hasn’t lost a conference game since 2009, so coach Mike Brodowicz and his staff aren’t going to let their players take their feet off the gas pedal when they visit Providence (3-7, 2-4 So. Meck 8). The Cougars have a lot to play for in this regular season finale, which would make it tragedy if they didn’t show up. That shouldn’t be an issue. Catholic has been playing with focus and intensity since its opening season loss to Charlotte Christian. Fortunately for Catholic, it will get to drop that loss to the Knights, which will give it

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in the footsteps of the ones who came before to blaze a path to excellence. Only time will tell if the Cougars have what it takes to repeat, but you’d be hard-pressed to find a more disciplined team filled with individuals who know their roles, play within themselves and execute their assignments better than this group at this juncture of the season. Catholic will certainly be one of the favorites going into the state playoffs, which begin Friday, Nov. 18 regardless of whether it draws the top seed.

Football Picks Games: Independence at Butler Porter Ridge at Rocky River South Meck at Ardrey Kell Charlotte Catholic at Providence Charlotte Country Day at Charlotte Latin Davidson Day at Charlotte Christian Carolina Pride at Mountain Island Charter Guest picker:

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opponents down. The Cougars are only allowing 10.5 ppg. There were several question marks surrounding the defense going into the season, but new guys stepped up. Enter junior linebacker Chase Foley (96 tackles), senior defensive end Will Neal (66 tackles), sophomore safety Brian Jacobs (64 tackles), senior defensive end Reed Brandt (eight sacks) and sophomore safety Adam Robbe (four interceptions). They, along with several others, have emerged to fill voids. Catholic isn’t a team. It’s a program. It reloads year after year with new playmakers to follow

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an unblemished resume for the selection committee. That should go a long way toward the Cougars securing the top spot. Catholic will get a No. 2 or No. 3 seed at the very least. Expect Catholic to have at least three or possibly four home games if they can survive and advance. It’s peaking at the right team, and firing all cylinders on offense and defense. The Wing-T is functioning like a well-oiled machine with senior Brady Berger at quarterback. Seniors Jonathan Newman, Jimmy Abate and Angel Marrero give Berger reliable targets to throw to. Senior Jack Brigham and junior Milan Howard give the Cougars a one, two punch at running back. The offensive linemen are the dirt moving protectors up front that make it all work for Catholic. It’s hard to find a more effective offense than what coaches Kevin Christmas and Frank Garcia employ from week to week. Catholic’s 4-3, cover two defense is shutting

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