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The Milton First Responders Foundation held its 2nd Annual

students, each commemorating a child whose life was lost in the

Golf Invitational at Crooked Creek recently and enjoyed perfect

Holocaust. Started by Am Yisrael Chai!, a non-profit Holocaust

weather for golf and celebrating Milton’s First Responders. Thanks

awareness organization, The Daffodil Project is a world-wide

to the sponsors, players, and volunteers, the tournament was a

project empowering Holocaust Education. During the Holocaust,

huge success, netting approximately $25,000 in net proceeds,

one and a half million children died in Nazi-occupied Europe.

$10,000 over 2015. The player field also grew to 118, including

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by planting 1.5 million daffodils around the world to remember

sponsorship from several local businesses and many individual

the children. The site at Pinecrest designated for the daffodils

citizens. Mark your calendars for October 16, 2017, to join us

was named the “Children’s Memorial Garden,” and was dedicated

again at Crooked Creek Club. MFRF is a non-profit organization

and blessed by Middle School Chaplain, Fr. David Barton, LC.

formed to support our police officers and firefighters, with 100%

Students look forward to the spring when the daffodils will bloom,

of the funds raised staying right here in Milton providing finan-

offering another reminder of the children of the Holocaust.

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The Young Men's Service League is a non-profit organization

theme for an entire week. During this unit of study, students at the

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and the other semifinalists were chosen from an initial pool of over 3,300 nominees from all 50 states for their contribution to music education. The semifinalists were not just chosen for their teaching abilities and involvement with music education, but for their involvement and impact in students’ lives. Bernadette Scruggs, former president of the Georgia Music Educators Association, worked with Thompson on that association's board. She recounts how Thompson's "intrinsic feeling of responsibility" led her to adopt a former student whose mom and brother were "tragically killed the summer after he left her program." "Almost two years later this young man is a part of her family and lives with her, and her commitment to him and his education and quality of life is nothing less than remarkable," Scruggs said. The orchestra is like her family, Thompson said, and she strives to keep a provides an opportunity to enhance mother/son relationships. In

relationship with her students as they go on to Chattahoochee

Alpharetta Lifestyle's inaugural issue last January we featured the

High School, which is next door to the middle school. “It’s a unique

young men and some of their philanthropic activities, we want to

relationship,” Thompson said. “Orchestra and music provide a

congratulate them again on their 10 years of continuing service

connection that nothing else can provide. We put everything else

to our community. YMSL Alpharetta Chapter is the first Chapter

aside and create music together - our emotions and our feelings.

in the state of Georgia in 2006. They serve many philanthropies

And we have to rely on each other to succeed. In math class, it’s

in North Fulton and the Atlanta area. YMSL as an organization

just you and your math. If one student is really great at math and

(all Alpharetta area chapters) has been chosen as North Fulton

one person is struggling, they don’t really affect one another. In

Community Charities Civic Partner of the Year. NFCC has had a

an orchestra, everybody works together, because we work as a

great relationship with Alpharetta Chapter since 2012 and Milton

team, as a family.” Thompson continually supports and keeps in

Chapter helped them with the Stamp Out Hunger Drive since

touch with her students long after they have left her classroom

2015, but this summer they advocated for the chance to work with

and encourages her students to do the same. She has created

ALL of the area YMSL Chapters and they were NOT disappointed.

multiple mentoring

YMSL provided over 200 volunteers, over 3000 hours of service

programs

and dozens of donations- here are just a few: Alpharetta Chapter

high

(a huge impact) 2,353; Centennial Chapter - 330; Milton Chapter

middle school stu-

(the only chapter who can’t work the food pantry and look at their

dents

hours) 187; Northeast Atlanta Chapter (ALWAYS show up happy

with and help one

and ready to work hard) 129: North Fulton Chapter (the last to join,

another. Thompson

so did not get the same number of days to work, but so willing

also

and so strong) 91; YMSL's Total Impact: 3090 hours. Wow. What a

her students to reg-

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school to

and

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with the community,

including

Johns Creek residents might see a familiar face while watch-

nursing homes and assisted living facilities. This year's Grammy

ing the Grammys this year. Two local teachers have made it as

Awards will be held on February 12; we congratulate both Nicole

semifinalists for the fourth annual Grammy Foundation’s 2017

and Jason for their nominations and will be looking for them

Music Educator Award for a chance to appear in the 59th annual

this February! Nominate a music teacher that has impacted your

Grammy Awards Ceremony. Nicole Thompson, the Director of

life for the 2018 Music Educator Award, nominations open now

Orchestras since 2000 at Taylor Road Middle School, and Jason

at GrammyMusicTeacher.com.

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ALL - STAR TEAM (CON TI N U ED)

Kenedy Thorne ALPHARETTA HIGH SCHOOL POWER UP: Eggs or Banana INSPIRED BY: My mother was a very influential person in my life; she was

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your schedule accordingly. Look to your future and re-evaluate what you want your life to look like and then think how might you get there. It's important to manage your time according to your goals. You can't go to everything and you will have to make some sacrifices. Ultimately, if you truly love it then it won't matter in the end. LUCKY CHARM: Before each race, I write a word or a verse in sharpie

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Bonnie Shea

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stressful trying to balance school, athletics, and a social life, but the

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key is to prioritize and find some time to have fun. You have to be

you decide to dedicate your time to!

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LUCKY CHARM: I always wear my Fitbit in warm up!

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SPORT: soccer

LUCKY CHARM: For every big game, I have to wear my white socks

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Claire Tobin THE LOVETT SCHOOL

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INSPIRED BY: My mom is definitely the biggest influence in my life.

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INSPIRED BY: My Dad

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SAGE WORDS: Know your limits and assess your priorities. Don't push

membering why you do it will make it easier. My team is like a second

yourself so hard that you are constantly stressed, but push yourself

family so if I have to sacrifice something socially to be there with

enough so that you are reaching your full potential. Also, don't spend

them it is a no-brainer. Knowing that I have a team relying on me is

a lot of time on something you don't love to do. If you are playing a

a driving force.

sport or doing an activity you don't love, then it is time wasted.

LUCKY CHARM: I always have at least three caps and two pairs of gog-

LUCKY CHARM: I always make sure to keep a water bottle with me

gles in my swim bag. I also carry a broken cap from my first club team.

at all times.

SPORT: swimming

SPORTS: basketball, softball

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INSPIRED BY: I have five older brothers and I love them and look up

INSPIRED BY: My brothers. They are absolutely amazing and inspire

to them so much. They have shown me the importance of hard work

me continuously to be the best I can be.

and are great examples of how to live my life to the fullest no matter

SAGE WORDS: Don't hesitate to step out of your comfort zone and try

where I am or what I'm doing.

new things. When you find something you love, stick with it and ev-

SAGE WORDS: Don’t forget there's more to life than school and sports.

erything else will fall into place. You will make great friends and have

Those things are important, but if you only focus on them then when your

so much fun. Be willing to work hard and never give up- I promise it

life gets chaotic you'll want to give up. To keep those things in perspective

is worth the effort to follow your passion.

and balance life, find what's really important to you, whether it's your faith

LUCKY CHARM: I wear my favorite pink socks for every race. I also kiss

or family or whatever, and set aside time each day for those things.

a statue of a turtle outside our preschool for good luck at practice the

LUCKY CHARM: My basketball team writes an acronym on our wrists

day before a meet.

before each game that reminds us of all of the hard work we've put in

SPORT: cross country

together in the preseason. I also wear a bracelet every day that says "positivity" on it, from my coach. SPORT: basketball

Keara Napoli

McKenzie Baker PACE ACADEMY POWER UP: Granola Bars

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SAGE WORDS: Make sure you're having fun with whatever you're par-

INSPIRED BY: My Crossfit parents and dancer sister

ticipating in. Sports should be fun, not a chore. Although balancing

SAGE WORDS: Remember that family comes first before anything

school and sports is very difficult, it is more manageable when you

because nothing can be accomplished without them in your life. Al-

communicate and ask for help when you need it. I think that is the

ways love and respect them. School is the second most important. In

most important factor in succeeding sports/school/life

sports, practice every day both physically and mentally.

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LUCKY CHARM: I always draw the initials KD on the base before every

SPORTS: basketball, soccer, volleyball

game in honor of my friend Kelsey Dickson who passed away, and I still wear my sliders from ten and under. SPORT: softball

Jayda Drake-Howard NORTH SPRINGS CHARTER HIGH POWER UP: Chocolate Brownie Clif Bar. INSPIRED BY: My mom because she provides for me and gives me

great advice on how to overcome things. SAGE WORDS: Know how to manage your time and make sure to

keep your grades up. You can still have fun while maintaining your grades and continue to grow as an athlete. LUCKY CHARM: A necklace my aunt gave me; I put it in my bag for every meet. SPORT: track

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ALL - STAR TEAM

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Venla Harkonen Julia Platt FULTON SCIENCE ACADEMY

ATLANTA GIRLS SCHOOL

POWER UP: Cliff Bloks and Humus

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INSPIRATIONAL PERSON: My swim team friends. They are also my

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competition but they help me try harder and practice more. I also look

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up to Katie Ledecky, who is an amazing swimmer.

Time management is key.

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LUCKY CHARM: lucky socks

Have a good relationship with your teachers. If asked, teachers can

SPORTS: volleyball, swimming, track & field

give weekly homework and then you can easier balance practice / homework time. LUCKY CHARM: Wearing one hair band on my wrist SPORT: swimming

Alex Clark

Mia Whitney MOUNT VERNON PRESBYTERIAN SCHOOL POWER UP: Clif Bar Berry Pomegranate Chia INSPIRED BY: My grandmother, Elinor Hunt

WESTMINSTER

SAGE WORDS: Finish things early to get the weight off your shoul-

POWER UP: protein bar or trail mix

ders and always leave time for yourself. Try to live as stress-free as

INSPIRED BY: Pete Wellborn, an old softball coach

possible.

SAGE WORDS: Don't allow yourself to be monopolized by one aspect

LUCKY CHARM: I am superstitious about my shoes and always tie the

of your life. Work hard at everything you do, but allow some time for

laces as tight as possible before every game.

the important things: family, friends, and some time for yourself.

SPORTS: softball, basketball

LUCKY CHARM: Earbuds, so that I can listen to music before a big

game or meet. SPORTS: softball, swimming, lacrosse

Elisa Yang WESLEYAN SCHOOL POWER UP: Clif Bar INSPIRED BY: My dad SAGE WORDS: Always try your best and be kind to people. Even

though there will be hard times, rejoice, because the Lord made everything happen for a reason. LUCKY CHARM: An Augusta National ball mark SPORT: golf

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With special congratulations to all the schools whose athletes are honored and appreciation to the administrators and teachers who helped nominate their star. Lighting by Clark Taylor, Director, Theatre Arts for Mt. Vernon School. Shot on location in the black box theater at Mt. Vernon Presbyterian School.

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Feeling the Healing Facing Winter

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ith winter here and moving into its full glory, it’s more important than ever to keep in sync with a solid skin care regimen. As temperatures drop, and

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ooking for a new workout routine for 2017? Sick of running? Not coordinated enough for Zumba? Why not try Pilates? Vernette Channel, who manages and coordinates the Pilates Program at Life Time Fitness in Alpharetta, sat down with Alpharetta Lifestyle to give an expert’s view on what Pilates is and why anyone can do it.

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Pilates is perfect for all ages. Whether a soon-to-be mommy is seeking to increase and maintain stability and coordination with her growing tummy, a senior looking to improve posture and alignment to prevent falls, or the athlete training for performance enhancement, injury prevention or rehabilitation, Pilates is appropriate for all ages. Life Time Fitness in Alpharetta is even launching a Kids Pilates program to improve the posture, coordination and strength of younger generations. WHY IS PILATES SOMETHING WE SHOULD DO?

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As a classically trained ballerina, Pilates was an intimate aspect of my training regimen. After dancing professionally, I transitioned into the academic world by obtaining degrees and certifications in psychology, exercise physiology, rehabilitation, neuroscience and chiropractic. Now as an integrative healthcare practitioner, I see people are desperately seeking to take control over their health. I serve as the vessel that empowers them to regain that control. At Life Time Fitness Alpharetta I am privileged to work with clients hands-on to develop and implement a comprehensive exercise prescription that will promote healthy living. Additionally, I have the ability to order labwork, metabolic testing, and facilitate nutritional coaching in order to compliment my clients' exercise prescriptions. WHAT ARE SOME TIPS FOR PEOPLE WHO WANT TO GET STARTED DOING PILATES?

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Parting Thoughts

BLUES BE GONE ARTICLE MIKE REIS

ollowing the fun and festivities of the holiday season, mild

Make Plans. Arranging fun activities allows you to look for-

depression or mental distress is common as many people

ward to something. Go back to school, have dinner with a friend,

find it difficult to get back into their normal daily lives. This is commonly referred to as holiday blues or post-holiday syndrome. It’s not unusual for a person suffering from

go see a play or movie. The anticipation is exciting as you think of doing that event.

the blues to behave erratically for the first few weeks

Healthy Choices.

after the holiday. It is important for people to realize

serotonin (feel good) neurotransmitters like bananas,

that the change back to a normal routine is disruptive and stressful so do what you can to ease

poultry, dairy produce, and peas. Keep exercising regardless of the weather or time of the year.

yourself back into it.

Professional Help.

Hire a profes-

sional to help with the pressing issues

Here are a few things you can do to help

from work or your personal life that were

eliminate those post-holiday season blues.

Pack it Up.

Eat foods that boost your

put on hold because of the holiday. It Take down your

could be dealing with the unhappy

Christmas tree, pack up your dec-

feelings you're experiencing now, or it

orations, pull down those cards

could be something more serious if

and clean out holiday leftovers

you struggled with alcohol during

from your refrigerator as soon

the holidays. If you recognize that

as possible to alleviate stress and

you might be dealing with an alcohol

potential sadness.

or substance abuse issue get an assessment from a professional.

It’s Normal. Expect to feel a little low following the holidays.

Expect Better. Start the

It’s normal to feel this way, but it

New Year with a positive attitude and expect that your life will be

will pass once the routine re-es-

better and more enjoyable

tablishes itself.

that never. Start thinking

Realistic Resolutions:

about what you want to do

Take another look at your

during

the

different

seasons of the year. Plan

New Year’s resolutions

the big events you want

and tweak them to

to accomplish for the

ensure they are rea-

year and what steps

sonable and achiev-

you will take.

able.

Discard

any

resolutions that require you to be too hard on yourself.

Stay Connected.

Post-holiday syndrome or the blues are normal and should pass quickly. However, if you experience persistent sadness that is not

Don’t isolate after the holidays. Staying

attributed to the holidays then this could be a more serious form of

connected to your friends and family will lift your spirits. Go out and

depression. If you are suffering from depression or you’re not sure,

do things socially that you enjoy.

seek professional help

Mike Reis is the founder and CEO of DecisionPoint Wellness, a drug and alcohol outpatient program in Johns Creek, Georgia that features an innovative approach to treating the disease of addiction and mental health disorders. 38

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