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19 Under 19

Southbay’s annual tribute to a group of talented, bright and exceptional young South Bay women and men who have us second-guessing our own list of youthful accomplishments.

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By island, by desert or by mountain—three incredible ideas for your next family vacation.

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For the players of the newly formed LA Lions at Toyota Center in El Segundo, ice hockey is a team sport fueled by 100% girl power.

94 The Need for Speed

When a child is diagnosed with ADHD, we’re often quick to reach for a stimulant. But should we proceed with caution?

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CONTRIBUTORS

Siri Berting PHOTOGRAPHER “19 Under 19”

Siri is a commercial kids lifestyle photographer whose clients include The Land of Nod and Mattel. She lives in Manhattan Beach with her husband, Jeff, and their two young kids. When she is not working on her Instagram account she can be found pushing a stroller around town. siriberting.com

The Bigger Picture

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y first published piece ran when I was 11 years old. I wrote a poem about my childhood idol, Walt Disney, for a school contest and ended up taking home the top prize. Feeling pretty good about my achievement, I sent the poem in snail mail (the ice age, kids … before email) to the Disney Channel Magazine, the monthly edition that came with your cable subscription.

Months went by. The holidays rolled around, and the December issue arrived in our mailbox on schedule. On the submissions page, alongside some crayon sketches of Donald Duck and a few candid character photos from Disneyland, there was my poem, in black-and-white ink.

Here was one of my proudest moments to date … and not just for me but also for my parents, who promptly ordered several additional copies to pass around to friends. If you had asked my 11-year-old self if I’d be putting words to press some 30 years later, I don’t think that notion would have even registered.

This wasn’t about future career goals or something for the eventual college application. This was simply recognition for doing something I loved, and the confidence to give my dreams a go. You can’t frame a feeling like that. You just have to hope to experience it again many times in the days you’re given.

When putting together the “19 Under 19” feature, it’s difficult to not be distracted by the impressive achievements of our young nominees. Top GPAs, sports championships, Ivy League aspirations … the breadth of accomplishment is nothing short of awe-inspiring. But if you delve deeper into the lives of these young women and men, you’ll discover way more than grades, trophies and letters of acceptance.

They are also leaders, survivors, creators, risk-takers and givers. They refuse to be defined solely on titles and rankings. They find the most satisfaction in action … defying odds, taking chances, making a difference. It’s just a hunch, but I’m pretty sure they also love every moment of it.

And somehow they do all this and still find time to do homework, get a driver’s license and follow their heroes on Instagram. For this reason, we are truly honored to celebrate these 19 unique individuals in this issue. Now get out in the world and make us proud.

Laura Watts COPY EDITOR

Laura has been a writer and editor for more than two decades, working with national and regional magazines. She has been Moon Tide Media’s copy editor for the past five years, and she writes the business profiles for the company’s various magazines. She is also a professional musician and mom to a 9-year-old son.

Michelle Villas ART DIRECTOR

After 16 years as an art director in New York, Michelle loaded up the truck and moved to Redondo Beach. A true typophile, she carries her obsession with fonts into every project. Michelle is an avid camper and is making her way through national parks from Maine to Alaska.

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Love Wins In early January, news began circulating through social media that members of the infamous Westboro Baptist Church (WBC), known for its controversial protests, would be bringing a message of hate to the borders of Redondo Union High School. The primary target of their protest: the school’s GayStraight Alliance, a campus group championing acceptance and understanding among fellow students. With the help of social media, a counter-protest was announced for January 11, the day WBC planned to arrive in Redondo. Blazing signs of love and inclusion, several hundred people joined the GayStraight Alliance in an outpouring of support and pride, peacefully overpowering the handful of WBC members who showed up. We’re incredibly proud of the students and the community allies who have their backs. Way to go, RUHS! PHOTOGRAPHED BY KREMER

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WHERE WE LIVE | Q&A

Making the Cut Since earning a coveted spot on Lifetime’s Project Runway: Junior, Manhattan Beach teen Matt Sarafa sizes up a promising future in the world of fashion.

INTERVIEWED BY DARREN

ELMS

Before we dig into this Season of Project Runway: Junior, let’s check in on your life as a senior at Vistamar.

What’s going through your head as you get ready to graduate in a couple months?

I can’t wait to graduate high school and move on to even bigger things. Don’t

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get me wrong—I love my school, but I’m just superexcited to be able to devote all my time to doing what I love, which is fashion.

When did you first discover you had a flair for fashion?

I was 7 years old when I stumbled upon a marathon of Project Runway with my

mom. I was immediately hooked, and here I am today!

Speaking of your mom, your parents must be proud of all you’ve accomplished in such a short time. Tell us about their support.

My parents are so incredibly amazing. They support me in all that I do, and

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Home is where the heart is... they have encouraged me to go do what I love since I was little.

I watched your makeup tutorials online. How did those come about?

I have a YouTube channel called MakeupByMatt that I actually started a few years ago with two friends. I just kept going with it, and now I have over 20,000 subscribers.

I love all things fashion- and beauty-related, so I try to share my passion and my personality through my videos.

Who’s your all-time favorite designer?

I really love Alexander McQueen. I love that his clothes are super-edgy and dark. More recently I’ve been loving Givenchy and Fendi for my personal style. I really appreciate designers that aren’t afraid to be bold and step out of the box.

How about your favorite up-and-coming designer?

By no means are they an “up-and-coming” brand, but Thomas Wylde is an amazing clothing brand that is on the rise now in the U.S. Their work has been featured in some of the top fashion magazines like Italian Vogue, and I’m superfortunate to be starting an internship with them very soon.

I’m actually going to New York to see their show at New York Fashion Week this weekend!

What’s next for you?

Right now, I’m super-busy getting some Hot Mess merchandise up on my website. I know my fans have been waiting super-patiently on the release, but I just want everything to be absolutely perfect. Kelly Osbourne was even seen wearing my Hot Mess leather jacket! I’m also trying to balance all of this with school and friends, so its tough but I love it.

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OK, let’s talk Project Runway: Junior. Way to go representing the South Bay on an iconic show! How was the overall experience?

The experience was so amazing. I got to work with some major players in the fashion industry and, most importantly, meet 11 other designers my age who love fashion as much as I do.

What’s it like to have your every move and every emotion filmed day after day? Crazy pressure, right?

The pressure while filming the show is so insane.

I’ve been watching Project Runway since I was 7, but it’s a totally different experience than what I was expecting.

The stress really builds up, especially on elimination day, and it gets super emotional.

But overall it was such a great experience that has really helped start my career.

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Being on Project Runway: Junior reminded me more than ever how much I love fashion. It really inspired me to work even harder, and I feel like I came out of the experience as a better designer.

Is Tim Gunn as cool as we already think he is?

Absolutely. He’s really an amazing person. In person, Tim is exactly how he is portrayed on TV: kind, funny and very knowledgeable about fashion.

He offers amazing critique, and it was such a pleasure to not only meet him but to get his opinions on my work.

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For more on Matt, visit his website at mattsarafa.com.

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WHERE WE LIVE | ARTS

Band Together Local teens coalesce through a shared appreciation for good music.

WRITTEN BY

AMBER KLINCK MONK

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s Katy Shea rallies the attention of the band, hoping to make the most of the last few minutes of practice, she smiles and apologizes for the cramped quarters.

“Sorry, I know it’s stuffy in here, but that’s band practice for you.”

Katy and the guys are working on perfecting Kenny Loggins’ 1986 release of “Danger Zone.” You might know it from a little film called Top Gun. Nathan Derhake is on keyboard, Slater Heidrich on electric bass, Henry Watts on electric guitar, Christopher Beauchamp on drums and Stanford Friedman on lead vocals. The band, known as Delirious, has been playing together since September 2015 and meets weekly at the Coast Music Conservatory in Hermosa Beach as part of Coast’s band program. Through the co-instruction of teachers Katy Shea, who focuses primarily on vocals and keyboard, and Cory Spurgin, who focuses primarily on guitars and drums, Delirious has been working to prepare for their March 13 performance at Saint Rocke.

For some of the band members, playing with Delirious is solely a hobby. For others, it’s a way to prepare for a profession in the

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music world. “For me it’s both,” Henry notes.

“I’d like to be a popular artist, but not like today’s terrible artists.”

Henry’s statement makes the rest of the band members laugh as they quickly assert which artists are good—Arctic Monkeys … and awful—Justin Bieber. There seems to be a consensus that most of today’s “mainstream” artists aren’t particularly impressive. Except for Taylor Swift … she gets a pass. Oh, and Pharrell. Everyone loves Pharrell.

Whatever their individual reasons are for playing with Delirious, their innate draw to music—as well as an earnest appreciation for their favorite artists—is visible with all the boys. “In my kindergarten class, I was always tapping the table with my fingers,” Christopher, who is now in seventh grade, explains.

“I would always get in trouble until my teacher recommended I take up the drums.”

For Stanford, now in sixth grade, singing has been something he’s been doing his whole life. Delirious just offers him a more formalized platform to do so.

It’s when the band talks about the artists who inspire them, however, that their passion for music is the most apparent. The Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Beatles, Queen, Led

Zeppelin and Johnny Cash all make the list for some of the all-time great musicians. But credit is also given to some lesser-known artists, particularly in the category of rap.

“The reason rap gets so much hate is because the media showcases the worst artists,” explains Christopher. “But in reality, if you dig deeper into it, record labels like Pro Era and Odd Future have some really talented young artists.”

Their love of music and commitment to the band enable Delirious to play so well as a collective. “Performing rock songs as an ensemble is a very adult skill,” Katy notes.

“But time and time again they rise to whatever challenge we give them.”

Katy, who discovered her own passion for teaching while studying music in college, emphasizes process over results. “My perspective on teaching has changed now that I am a mother,” she explains. “I used to see everything from the kids’ perspectives. Now I see the students through the eyes of their proud parents.

I know it’s more about the musical journey and the joy of learning, not about perfection.”

It seems pretty clear from the camaraderie between the five band members that everyone’s enjoying their journey. l

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WHERE WE LIVE | TRADITIONS

Egg-static!

We take a crack at the Easter egg’s colorful past.

In many cultures, eggs are considered a symbol of fertility and rebirth.

Ostrich eggs engraved with decoration were found in Africa and dated to be 60,000 years old.

Gold and silver ostrich eggs were often placed on the graves of ancient Sumerians and Egyptians.

A batik (wax resist) process is used to create intricate, brilliantly colored eggs, the best known of which is the Ukrainian pysanka and the Polish pisanka.

Early Christians in Mesopotamia painted eggs red in memory of the blood of Christ.

The celebrated Fabergé workshops created exquisite jeweled Easter eggs for the Russian Imperial Court.

Recent Easter egg traditions may have originated from Lent practices and the fasting from all eggs and dairy.

With chickens producing and no one eating, there was a stockpile of eggs. This surplus had to be eaten quickly to prevent spoiling … thus the hard-boiled egg.

In some parts of the United Kingdom (such as Scotland and Northeast England) painted eggs are rolled down steep hills on Easter Sunday (instead of on flat ground).

The average household consumed five dozen eggs at Easter in 2014.

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In Judaism, a hard-boiled egg is an element of the Passover seder representing festival sacrifice.

The first Cadbury Creme Egg debuted in 1963. A recipe alteration in 2015 caused an uproar.

Eggs contain no carbs or sugar and are a good source of protein. Yolks contain choline, which promotes normal cell activity, liver function and the transportation of nutrients throughout the body.

“Easter egg” is also a term used to refer to a hidden joke or message inside various digital media, like video games and DVDs.

“Which came first … the chicken or the egg?” If you find out, let us know.

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WHERE WE LIVE | AS YOU WERE

Redondo Roots A family with three generations of small business owners continues their local legacy.

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PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN

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or Najla Barile, owner and director of Harmony Yoga, becoming a third-generation Redondo Beach business owner wasn’t exactly part of her master plan.

“I never put it together. I never consciously thought I wanted to go into business for myself,” she says. But when an opportunity came along to pair her passion for yoga with her family’s long-standing history as small business owners in the South Bay, everything clicked.

It all began in 1905, the year her grandfather William Coury opened French Method Cleaning, the South Bay’s first dry cleaners.

An immigrant from Lebanon, William came through Ellis Island as William Khouri before the spelling of his name was changed to the more Americanized Coury.

“It was so interesting,” says Najla. “I was able to see his name written there.”

After Ellis Island, a 20-something William made his way to Texas, where he joined the Navy. “When he first came [to America], he really wanted to show his patriotism,” Najla notes. After being diagnosed with asthma, however, William opted for a drier climate and moved from Texas to Redondo Beach.

A jeweler by trade in Lebanon, the dry cleaning process was new to him—and a little dangerous to perfect. “At the time, they used gasoline to clean the clothes,” Najla explains.

Soon, however, William was delivering all over Los Angeles (in a horse and buggy) and gaining a reputation for excellent service that eventually led to two cleaners in Manhattan Beach, one in Hermosa Beach, two in Redondo Beach and one in El Segundo. With the growth of his businesses, William changed the name of the cleaners from French Method Cleaning to Coury and Son Cleaners.

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In 1956 Najla’s father, Raymond William Coury, joined the family business along with his three brothers. At this point there were two cleaners in Redondo Beach and one in Hermosa. The brothers, having grown up in the community, were known around town as “the Coury brothers,” Najla says.

The cleaners served as a social hub. “People would come and bring donuts and coffee and just want to hang out with my dad and his brothers,” Najla explains.

Through her father and her uncles, Najla got a firsthand look at what it meant to own a small business. “My dad would give me little jobs: sweeping the floors or dusting,” she notes. “I would always see people coming in and hanging out. My dad really liked the social part of the dry cleaning business.”

But it was more than just the day-to-work that left an impression on Najla. “When you’re in business for yourself, you’re always working,” she explains. “I noticed that with my dad at a young age; he would work long hours, but my parents were happy.”

In 1990 the Coury brothers were ready to sell. But even under new ownership, the Redondo Beach location on Beryl Street is still named Coury & Son’s Dry Cleaners. With the family business behind him, Raymond ventured out on his own and opened Rayson Window Coverings, which he operated until 2010.

For Najla, seeing the way her family has done business over the years has greatly influenced her own professional practices. “I really believe in honesty, a good work ethic and fairness,” she says. “I learned that from my family. It is an honor to be able to serve the Redondo Beach community, just as my family has done for the past 100 years, by being generous and hospitable. If you get to do what you love, that’s even better.” l

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BETTER THAN CINNABON Selection of fresh pastries at Superba Food + Bread

Not-Your-Mama’s Food Court

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am from New Jersey, which means I know a thing or two about malls—let alone Bon Jovi and The Boss. Malls are where you go to find the latest hot fashions from The Limited and Benetton, whilst wondering which metallic lipstick color best complements your two-tone Jordache jeans and aerosol Aqua-Netted bangs. Food is not a part of this equation, unless one wants to grab a quick Orange Julius or something.

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able food court have changed. This month we took a look at two incredible South Bay dining destinations that are in fact located in malls. These aren’t your ordinary breed of malls, though, and along with updated retail shopping come updated dining options. Forget the grim kiosks with fluorescent lighting and filthy tables.

Both Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance and The Point in El Segundo offer carefully curated food outlets that run the gamut from artisanal ice cream to sensational sushi to farm-fresh produce at your table. Say goodbye to hotdogs on sticks, limp french fries and microwaved pretzels … and get to know these two inspiring restaurants while you exercise that AMEX card.

The Point in El Segundo showcases a variety of excellent dining options: beloved Mendocino Farms, the aptly-named Smitten Ice Cream and burgers at Hopdoddy that may well supplant your In-N-Out habit, to name just a few. For me, though, it was the opening of Superba Food + Bread that got me psyched.

Friends of mine opened the first Superba Snackbar and Superba Food + Bread in Venice, and I was excited to see what owner Paul Hibler and his American Gonzo Food Corp. might bring to the South Bay. (He’s the guy that gave us Pitfire Pizza, by the

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way. You’re welcome.)

Everything at Superba is, well, superb.

From the breezy, light-filled space to the unforced smiles on every employee’s face, Superba feels happy.

I arrived for a late breakfast with friends at 10:30 a.m., and the girls and I were still chatting (and digesting) at 2 p.m. From ladies who brunch to young families navigating strollers and high chairs to a lunch-rush of folks in work apparel, Superba handles them all with grace and warmth.

But it’s the food—oh that yummy food—that keeps all these disparate diners delighted. The day menu is casually divided into “Breakfasty” and “Lunchy” categories—no finite meal periods here, so you can experience the curry chicken salad that blew me away while your friend can go straight to purgatory with eggs.

It’s the freshness of what they’re serving, the inventiveness of the presentation, the artfulness of color on the plate that impresses. You can buy yellowish curry chicken salad at Bristol Farms in a little plastic takeout container, or you can eat the delicious version that Sous Chef Lynne Tolentino made for us. Executive Chef James Trees is blessed in this hire; Lynne came out and chatted with us, and she is a pure delight.

Patina-trained and passionate about what

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DITCH THE TRAY Left: Superba’s stylish interior. Below: Handsome offerings from Great Maple.

she cooks, Lynne and I talked about the explosion of great restaurants in the South Bay and why she’s happy to be a part of it. With talent like this behind the stoves—let alone the finest pastries and breads made in Los Angeles— Superba Food + Bread deserves the successes it is already enjoying.

It should be on your weekly “must-visit” list.

Stop in for a morning bomboloni pastry or for a glass of great wine at happy hour or for a lingering lunch if you have the time and the stomach capacity. (Portions aren’t shy.)

In similar spirit is Great Maple, located at Del Amo Fashion Center in Torrance. Much

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larger in scale than Superba, everything about Great Maple is spot-on. From the gorgeous Parisian décor that cheekily evokes a lost Torrance “rue” to the absolutely flawless service staff to the bacon-festooned maple donut served warm from the oven, this restaurant rocked.

I knew nothing about its ownership or back-story in this case … and came away not just satiated but impressed. Great Maple is the kind of restaurant I would have opened, had I actually married that cute New York chef guy.

It’s warm and inviting, with just enough Francophilia to keep this writer delighted.

Menu highlights from Great Maple included the aforementioned donut, which should qualify as the eighth venal sin in and of itself, and two classic lunch sandwiches. The Great Maple French dip and the “Tuileries” turkey burger disappeared alongside some addictive Parmesan truffle fries; at $20 and $18 respectively, these lunch sandwiches aren’t inexpensive but are frankly more than big enough to split for two.

In keeping with the France-meets-Torrance metaphor, the wine list offers some fantastic pours from lesser-known appellations like Nimes and Corbières. I must also give a shoutout to the house-made lavender-infused lemonade—so so so yummy—and to our wondrous waitress Vanessa, whose flawless mise-en-place and warm service would be equally at ease in a Michelin-starred restaurant.

In an area historically known more for Toyota and Japanese markets, le Great Maple is its own little appellation of sorts—an outpost of fresh California fare with lovely French grace notes that will have me driving down there again and soon. Come for the shopping, but stay for Great Maple at Del Amo.  Superba Food + Bread 830 South Sepulveda, Suite 100 in El Segundo 310-906-4598, superbafoodandbread.com Great Maple 21434 Hawthorne Boulevard in Torrance 310-542-1001, thegreatmaple.com

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ENTREPRENEUR | WHERE WE LIVE

He’s the Boss A local teen’s study tool-turned-app gets some big business attention.

WRITTEN BY

AMBER KLINCK PRESSEY

PHOTOGRAPHED BY LAUREN

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hen 14-year-old high school freshman Lane Karlitz talks about the events that led to his second-place finish at the 2015 Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA) contest in Washington D.C., he’s quick to downplay what it took to get him there. “It was pretty standard,” he notes.

To say he’s being modest would be putting it mildly. From the program’s initial application process to the conceptualization, development, presentation and—soon—the launch of his app, Study Senses, Lane’s experiences with YEA have been anything but standard.

For Lane, however, YEA was only the beginning. After D.C. he headed for Arkansas, where he presented in front of thousands gathered at the Walmart amphitheater for the company’s Saturday Morning Meeting. Fun fact: Lane shared the stage with Chelsea Clinton that day.

Today, through a partnership with Sam’s Club, the launch of Study Senses is underway with an in-store event on the horizon. “We’re in development,” Lane explains. “When we are in beta, we will be doing an in-store promotion in the Sam’s Club in Torrance.”

After he explains what “beta” means, Lane dives into the ins and outs of Study Senses. “[It’s] the next generation’s Schoolhouse Rock!” he explains. “It’s a mnemonic technology platform that will revolutionize education.”

By creating a mash-up that combines your study material with a song of your choice, Study Senses “makes learning fun,” he continues. It’s so simple and so smart.

The idea was born out of Lane’s own study needs. “I was in Spanish class and having trouble studying for a test,” he notes.

“My teacher’s husband created little 30-second songs with the material, and it helped me.”

When he’s not pitching revolutionary ideas, fundraising or cultivating professional relationships, Lane enjoys some everyday teenage activities, like playing ice hockey and golf. He’s also a member of the Palos Verdes chapter of Los Hermanos, a philanthropic group for young boys. But outside school, it’s Study Senses where Lane devotes most of his time.

When asked if it’s still fun, Lane smiles and says, “Yes, or else I wouldn’t do it.” l

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WHERE WE LIVE | WEEKENDER

Green Acres

At The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort the entire family can experience summer camp.

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’mores? Check. Wood-burning fireplaces?

Check. Horseback riding? Check. Fishing?

Check. If this sounds like the ideal Southern California getaway, grab the cowboy hat and boots and look no further than The Alisal Guest Ranch and Resort in Solvang near Santa Barbara. For nearly 70 years the rustic, private 10,000acre dude ranch has been a veritable playground for outdoor adventure and family reunions.

The oak and sycamore tree-lined property is replete with 73 individual cottages and guestrooms (there are no TVs or phones in the room), fashioned with historic black-and-white photos, Western-inspired artwork, tartan plaid throw pillows and private patios with Adirondack-style chairs. The resort offers guests a chance to relive the days of sleepaway camp and channel their inner cowboy with a long checklist of options: a working ranch with 100 quarter horses; an eponymous 100-acre spring-fed lake; a tennis center; air rifles and archery; two 18-hole championship golf courses; an outdoor swimming pool; a fitness center and spa; a historic adobe camp; and an extensive kid’s program.

For some fresh air off-property, gear up for a guided cycling tour—led by longtime Alisal employee and avid cyclist Eric Larsen—along select routes (including a portion of the course of the infamous Amgen Tour of California cycling race) that wind through vineyards and apple farms. Other activities span guided nature walks, movies under the stars, an introduction to horsemanship skills class for first-time riders or those looking to hone skills, and a seasonal lake barbecue with a hay wagon ride and live music. True grill masters can perfect culinary skills and learn how to build a fire at a twice-yearly BBQ Bootcamp (next camp is October 19–21).

For daily dinner and to swap stories about the day’s lineup, head to the modern-day “mess hall” with a large stone fireplace, red-and-white checkered tablecloths and menu items using locally-sourced ingredients—from fresh arugula and radicchio salad to chicken fried steak with garlic-whipped potatoes and asparagus. It’s as close to real life on the ranch as you can imagine.

From $475 per night (breakfast and dinner included).

1054 S. Alisal Road in Solvang, alisal.com

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Palos Verdes Art Center The architectural presence of mid-century greats Richard Neutra, Pierre Koenig, Paul R. Williams and A. Quincy Jones here on the Peninsula is celebrated via a special exhibition coinciding with the May raffle of a Koenig home in Palos Verdes. palosverdesmodern.com April 24

Sandpipers 24th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon

Beverly Wilshire Hotel Sandpipers 24th Annual Fashion Show & Luncheon The fashions of Ella Moss will walk the runway at this annual fundraiser for Sandpipers, a South Bay women’s volunteer philanthropic organization. Expect a gorgeous luncheon, silent auction and boutique filled with stylish options for spring. sandpipers.org

STYLISH BEGINNINGS Above: The work of iconic architects on display at Palos Verdes Modern at the Palos Verdes Art Center. Right: One of the many fashions hitting the runway by Ella Moss at the Sandpipers annual Fashion Show and Luncheon.

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MY MANY FACES

BY CAROL BRYAN

I have had many faces. Growing up, my physical appearance became an asset that opened many doors and became my main source of income. I started modeling at the age of sixteen and also worked in the beauty industry. I had a beautiful daughter, a successful husband, and a loving and supportive family. From the outside looking in, it must have seemed like I had it all, but looking back now I see that my life was lacking so much. I have come to realize how truly deceiving looks can be and how precious every moment of life is. This realization took time and perseverance, but now I see that I was rescued and given new life, and I am certain that God was my hero.

In late 2009 fillers, intended as preventative aging measures, were injected into areas of my face. These procedures resulted in my face expanding, contracting, and becoming distorted.

Once the initial damage was done, I was no longer able to go out in public. Corrective procedures worsened the damage, until one day, it was so bad I needed to hide my face - not only from the world, but also from my family and friends.

After four frightening years of isolation and emotional and physical pain, in 2013, my daughter finally had enough of the secrecy, and brought me back to the world to get help. She and a friend reached out to teaching hospitals all over the country, but only one would take my case. Dr. Reza Jarrahy, Co-director of the UCLA Craniofacial Clinic, of the UCLA Face Transplant Program, and Associate Professor at UCLA, with amazing compassion, assured me that he would help, but made me fully aware that there were unknown risks. My case was unprecedented. I quickly realized I had to put my trust in him. Dr. Jarrahy made me feel safe, at a time when I was so scared, felt so isolated and was extremely tired. He consulted with a panel of doctors, sharing my story and seeking assistance with the required surgeries. Only a single doctor

was up for the challenge: one of the country’s most renowned microvascular surgeons, United States and Canada Board Certified plastic surgeon, Dr. J. Brian Boyd. Dr. Boyd is a Professor of Surgery with the David Geffen School of Medicine at U.C.L.A. and Chief of Plastic Surgery at Harbor-U.C.L.A. Medical Center. Dr. Boyd is a highly skilled expert and has over 25 years experience in microsurgery. He specializes in breast reconstruction and aesthetic surgery, as well. Dr. Boyd is compassionate and goes above and beyond to help others, even against all odds! That is what makes Dr. Boyd extraordinary. This team of surgeons truly worked miracles. If it weren’t for their vast knowledge and expertise, I would still be wearing head scarves and holding the skin of my forehead up in order to see out of my left eye. I would still be afraid to leave my home. Despite all their most careful efforts, however, the initial surgery left me blind in my right eye; there could have been worse complications, so ultimately I am lucky to have only lost half my vision.

My road to recovery has been an extremely bumpy road, filled with unknown risks, anxiety, and fear. Somehow, in facing these challenges, I was able to find within myself a courage and tenacity I never knew I had. I realize how unsatisfied I was. I was lonely. I was weak. I was unhappy. I had no idea what my purpose was in life. How is it that I feel better about myself now, than I ever did then? I learned how to open up and ask for help, and appreciate the love and support of my family and the many trauma therapists, the mental health professionals, and alternative therapies that have been made available to me. And it has taught me lessons about what beauty is and how important it is to show one’s true inner self to the world. Sadly, it wasn’t until I couldn’t recognize myself that I realized true beauty begins on the inside.

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South Bay Chili Cook-Off

Sixteen local chefs competed for the title of Best Chili at this second annual event, and newcomer Sausal of El Segundo was the crowd’s favorite. Organized by the Neptunian Woman’s Club, the event raised $24,000 for the Manhattan Beach Firefighters Association. Our community, corporate and in-kind sponsors made this day a huge success.

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Supporters at the 27th annual fundraising gala honored five-time Grammy nominated jazz pianist and composer David Benoit. The gala featured a special performance in the Norris Theatre, filled with songs from the last 33 seasons.

Carrie Yamoto, Melissa Heinze, Emily Loftiss, Lisa Berry

Julie Moe-Reynolds, David Benoit, Kei Benoit, Jim Gruessing, Marlene Okada, Michael Shaffer, Abby Douglas

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Diana Scheidegger, Lucy Schwartz, Carol Mell, Martin Columberg

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Palos Verdes is #1 for Skechers Walk Fundraiser

Vistas For Children 16th Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon

The Skechers Foundation announced that the Peninsula Education Foundation (PEF) will be presented with a check for $240,000 based on the number of participants representing the Palos Verdes Peninsula for the Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk. PEF signed up nearly 4,300 participants, more than any other education foundation in the South Bay. The walk benefits local education foundations like PEF, as well as The Friendship Circle, which provides services for children and young adults with special needs.

More than 450 guests attended the “Kentucky Derby’s – The Run for The Roses” theme event at Terranea Resort.

The fashion show included collections from hot LA designers along with a tribute to Vistas past presidents. The event raised tens of thousands of dollars to help children with special needs.

Past Vistas presidents Nadine Bobbit, Caro Miguelez and Margo Goldsbero

Former Vistas president Suzanne Thornton with Patty Sullivan, founder of Vistas for Children

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Las Madrecitas Fundraiser

Las Madrecitas hosted its annual fundraiser to benefit the Orthopaedic Institute for Children, which provides care for children with musculoskeletal disorders regardless of their families’ ability to pay.

Attendees enjoyed cocktails and a silent auction followed by dinner, live auction and a program of speakers.

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The 74th secretary of the U.S. Treasury (2006–2009), CEO of Goldman Sachs (1999–2006) and chairman of the Nature Conservancy (2004–2006), Henry M. Paulson addressed and took questions from Torrance Memorial donors at a private reception at Shade Hotel in Manhattan Beach. The reception preceded his appearance at the Distinguished Speaker Series of Southern California at the Redondo Beach Performing Arts Center later that evening. Torrance Memorial Medical Center is a sponsor of the series.

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Sports

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Manhattan Beach

Canvas & Clay Art Camp

Drawing/Painting/Clay

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Redondo Beach

Campsurf

Beach/Sports

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Manhattan Beach

Catalina Island Camps

Overnight/Various

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Grades 2–11

Catalina Island

Chadwick School

Academic/Various

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4 to 14

Palos Verdes Peninsula

Champ Camp

Beach/Sports

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Manhattan Beach

Experium Science Academy

Academic

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FAB, Creative Design Studio

Creative Arts/Fashion

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Hermosa Beach

Fit Kids Gymnastics Center

Sports

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Fusion Academy

Academic M/F Grades 6–12 Hermosa Beach

Hammerhead Beach Camp

Various

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Manhattan Beach, Torrance

Junior Lifeguards

Beach

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Various South Bay locations

Kid Zone + Mid Zone

Various

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Grades K–8

Rolling Hills Estates

Manhattan Academy Summer Camp

Academic/Field Trips/Various

M/F

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Manhattan Beach

Palos Verdes Performing Arts Conservatory

Theatre

M/F

5 to 18

Rolling Hills Estates

Pediatric Therapy Network’s Camp Escapades

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Rolling Hills Estates

Sensory Concerns/Recreational

Peninsula Montessori School

Academic/Various

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Palos Verdes, Redondo Beach

Peninsula Racquet Club - Juniors

Sports

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Grades K-12

Rancho Palos Verdes

Roundhouse Aquarium Summer Camp

Beach/Science M/F 4 to 10 Manhattan Beach

Rustic Pathways

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South Bay Film Academy

Creative Arts

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South Bay School of Cooking

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South Coast Botanic Garden Junior Farmers Program

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Specialties Website Phone Arts & crafts, music appreciation, age-appropriate physical skill-building activities X X adventureplex.org 310-546-7708 and social developmental activities, such as cooperative and imaginative games Exciting animal interactions, tours, crafts, games, experiments

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Surfing, beach and ocean safety, fitness, boogieboarding, ecology, X beachsports.org 310-372-2202 paddleboarding, skateboarding, volleyball, team-building beach and water games Clay sculpture, animation, manga, printmaking, pottery painting, watercolor and acrylic X canvasclay.com 310-316-9331 Ratio of 1 instructor to every 4 students, lessons on stretching, surfing, X campsurf.com 424-237-2994 rip currents, tides, surf equipment, surfing etiquette Kayaking, sailing, target sports, gardening, composting, outdoor cooking, X X X photojournalism, day trips, overnights

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Create one-of-a-kind designs, learn to sew, gain textile and fabric X knowledge, model designs during a FAB fashion show

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Gymnastics and tumbling in a unique environment with fun-loving teachers X fitkidsgym.com 310-297-9550 One-to-one academic offerings including sign language, theatre, writing, French, German, history, health education, math, music, physical education, science, visual arts, yoga and more

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Games, arts, crafts, contests, sports, body surfing, boogieboarding and skimboarding X X hammerheadbeachcamp.com 310-676-7503 Swimming, surfing, first aid, lifesaving, rescue techniques, CPR X watchthewater.org 310-939-7214 Art, performing arts, science, sports, cooking and field trips (6th–8th grade)

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All day camp, field trips, swimming, sharpening of math, writing and reading skills

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Three fun-filled Camp Curtain Call sessions for beginning musical theatre X performers; advanced dance, acting and vocal workshops; two fully-staged musical productions

Social skills, sensory experiences, incorporating occupational, physical X X pediatrictherapynetwork.org 310-328-0276 and/or speech therapy into fun-filled camp activities Cooking, drama, music, woodwork, science, sports, technology and art

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Tennis camps X

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Digging for sand crabs, playing in the waves, dissecting squid, learning about sharks, water fights, fishing, crafts, experiments, beach games

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Jump time, games, lunch, snacks and activities X www.skyzone.com/torrance 310-323-4500 Acting, screenwriting, filmmaking, cinematography X

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Kid-friendly hands-on cooking classes allowing children to learn new skills, X try new foods, take part in team-building, share mealtimes

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Hands-on program offers 3 interactive days of soil, seeds and senses, exploring the X X southcoastbotanicgarden.org fragrant and interesting world of herb gardening Concepts in art, composition, color usage, fine art approach X

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TAILORED TALENT Jake Marshall, 14 Rancho Palos Verdes Palos Verdes High School

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: That I can sew.

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Sewing 30 Christmas stockings for kids in a local foundation.

PERSON YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: My grandmother, because of her generosity.

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS: I would like to have a career that includes both invention and creativity.

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BEAUTIFUL MIND

ASPIRING ALTRUIST

INQUIRING INSTINCT

BURGEOING BIOLOGIST

Saneth Devalapurkar, 15 Torrance West High School

Michael McFarland, 17 Rancho Palos Verdes Palos Verdes Peninsula High School

Mia Felt, 13 Manhattan Beach Chadwick School

Onyi Onyeador, 16 Rancho Palos Verdes Palos Verdes High School

LIFE-CHANGING ACTIVITY: The Young Entrepreneurs Academy Over the course of eight months I founded the small business I’m Nuts! Bars LLC and was equipped with the tools necessary to kick-start my own company.

PERSON UNDER 19 YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: Female education activist Malala Yousafzai.

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: After getting into MIT, being a part of the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair and winning there.

PERSON YOU ADMIRE MOST: Alexander Grothendieck, for his incredible insight into the structure of mathematical objects.

ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: I’d like to inspire people to learn the true beauty of mathematics and change the public’s fear of the subject. Math is all about understanding—not random symbols.

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PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: When Governor Brown appointed me to the State Board of Education.

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: I’m actually pretty artistic and really appreciate the little things in life that people deem to be “unimportant.”

PRIZED POSSESSION: I have a blue tie that I wear to all my interviews and meetings in Sacramento. I know it sounds pretty silly, but I like to believe that it gives me good luck.

PRIZED POSSESSION: My red notebook. In it I write down thoughts, ideas and dreams.

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS: I aspire to use my involvement in journalism to speak for the voiceless and expose injustices such as global poverty and sexism in society.

ARTIST TO RECORD THE SOUNDTRACK OF YOUR LIFE: Jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara, because her music is so dynamic and uplifting.

ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: One difference I would like to make is to demonstrate how anyone, regardless of background, can provide great insight to the scientific community.

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AMAZING GRACE

MUSICAL MOMENTUM

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: When I won first place at the Yorba Linda figure skating competition and got my name inscribed on a big trophy next to Olympian Michelle Kwan’s name.

PROUDEST ACHIEVEMENT: Maintaining a 5.0 GPA while taking vigorous courses, as well as doing numerous extracurricular activities and being able to play music at a high level.

PRIZED POSSESSION: My skates. I could not imagine life without them. Nothing else makes me feel happier or feel freer than gliding on the ice and lifting myself into the air while spinning and landing a double axel.

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: That I’m so pressed for time, I’ll change out of my pajamas in the car on the way to school with disheveled hair.

Raquel Gastelum, 11 Rancho Palos Verdes | Ridgecrest Middle School

PERSON YOU ADMIRE MOST: I admire my dad more than any other person in world. He has been battling cancer for more than two years and has been getting 54 hours of chemotherapy every other week for more than a year. He never complains and has never missed any important event for me or my brother or any of my skating competitions.

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS: I want to skate for the gold at the Olympic Games. Then I want to become a doctor and be part of the effort to cure cancer.

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Robert Hu, 15 Rancho Palos Verdes | Palos Verdes Peninsula High School

ACTIVITY THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE: Playing in a symphonic orchestra has changed my life tremendously. It has taught me teamwork, leadership, discipline, and it is such a big part of my life.

ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: I want to bring a positive attitude to the people around me and always leave a situation better than it was before I came.

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Ena Shibahara, 17 Rancho Palos Verdes Palos Verdes Peninsula High School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: My proudest accomplishment was winning CIF individuals three years in a row—holding an undefeated record within the three years.

PERSON WHO INSPIRES YOUR GREATNESS: My family has always pushed me to become a better player. Without their guidance and support, I would not have been able to climb up to the level where I stand today.

SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS: The secret to my success is the quality I put into my practice and training. Being a student athlete, I only have four hours to practice and there is no time to waste. As a result, to make the best out of my short time frame, even if it rains I would train in the gym or watch tennis videos to improve my game.

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS: My aspirations for the future is to be a professional tennis player, win a Grand Slam, then become #1 in the world.

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GREEN MACHINE Max Riley, 13 Hermosa Beach Hermosa Valley Middle School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Over the last two years I’ve planted 100 trees on the Hermosa Beach greenbelt with the help of at least 350 sixthgraders at HVS, 50 adults and 100 awesome donors.

PERSON YOU ADMIRE MOST: I most admire entrepreneur Elon Musk, because he makes a huge difference in not only the things he is most interested in but also in making our world a cleaner, greener place.

FUTURE ASPIRATIONS: I aspire to become an aerospace engineer at SpaceX. WHICH PERSON INSPIRES YOUR GREATNESS? The whole community inspires my greatness. Whenever one of my projects happens, almost everyone is super-supportive and rushes to help.

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CREATIVE CONSCIOUS

Shelby Friedman, 15 Manhattan Beach | Mira Costa High School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Raising $3,500 as an individual for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. I won an award for highest fundraising individual. I also won an award for being the captain of the highest fundraising team at Relay for Life, raising $12,000 as a team.

PERSON YOU’D LIKE MOST TO MEET: I’d love to meet Tina Fey. I just finished reading her book Bossypants. I think she’s hysterical and great at being a mom and a smart businesswoman.

PERSON UNDER 19 YOU ADMIRE THE MOST: My good friend Natalia is in an all-girl band called Bahari. She’s committed to her artistry, and she works really hard to pursue her dreams. I think she’s awesome.

PRIZED POSSESSION: We found my cat on the freeway when he was 10 weeks, so I named him Freeway.

NATURAL LEADER

Emily Fechner, 18 Rolling Hills Estates | Palos Verdes High School ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: I would like to advocate for the rights of women, especially in the foreign sphere.

PERSON YOU’D LIKE MOST TO MEET: Meeting Emma Watson would be a surreal experience, as her role as United Nations ambassador for un-radical feminist organization HeForShe inspired me to create my own HeForShe club at Palos Verdes High School. She has helped to change the face of the feminist movement, remove some of the stigma surrounding the word “feminism” and galvanize men in the fight for gender equality.

FICTIONAL CHARACTER YOU MOST IDENTIFY WITH: I identify with Elizabeth Bennet from Pride and Prejudice because of her strong and empowered personality and loyalty.

LAST TIME YOU SMILED: A few minutes ago for no real reason. I smile a lot.

TRULY FOCUSED

Dilan Mistry, 17 Rancho Palos Verdes | Palos Verdes High School PRIZED POSSESSION: My dad’s old point-and-shoot camera probably. When I would play with the camera, it didn’t even work, but for me it was the act of pretending I was a photographer that really inspired me to become an actual photographer.

ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: Brighten up random strangers’ days by the use of my photography and videography skills.

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SOUL SURVIVOR Kerolyn Shy, 17 Redondo Beach Redondo Union High School

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Beating epilepsy and still keep my grades high. Prior to my brain surgery I would have up to 15 seizures a day.

PERSON YOU ADMIRE MOST: I greatly admire my neurologist, Dr. Joyce Matsumoto, who was instrumental in helping me.

ACTIVITY THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE: Technical theatre. I started while still diagnosed with epilepsy and discovered I loved it. I got my first job through technical theatre.

SOARING TALENT

Brennan Burrows, 18 Manhattan Beach | Chadwick School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: After two years of studying everything from mechanics to meteorology to actually flying an airplane, I earned my FAA private pilot’s license.

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: Only my closest friends truly understand and appreciate my passion for nature, the outdoors and my ongoing adoration of Yosemite PLACE ON THE EARTH YOU’D MOST LIKE TO VISIT: I’d like to travel the state of Alaska by bush plane … preferably with me flying.

SERVING APTITUDE

Norene Iosia, 17 Torrance | Redondo Union High School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Winning the gold at the South Pacific games in Papua New Guinea last summer.

SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS: Stay calm and keep your composure during intense games.

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: My fear of heights.

ONE DIFFERENCE YOU’D LIKE TO MAKE WHILE ON THIS EARTH: To give back to the younger generations that are trying to pursue their dreams as an athlete.

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PEDAL PUSHER

RIDING HIGH

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Winning the national championships for 11/12-year-olds.

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Placing second in ASPCA Maclay Regional Medal Finals in 2014 was really important and intimidating because George Morris judged the class. He won the National Maclay medal finals as a child and went on to win medals in the Olympic Games, Pan American Games, Nations Cup teams and more.

Makayla Macpherson, 12 Redondo Beach Member of South Bay Wheelmen

PRIZED POSSESSION: My bike.

FICTIONAL CHARACTER YOU MOST IDENTIFY WITH: I feel I most identify Katniss Everdeen from The Hunger Games because she is strong and can surprise you.

SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS: The secret to my success is that I ride harder when it starts to hurt the most and to look to others for encouragement.

Emily MacLean, 17 Rolling Hills Estates | Palos Verdes High School

PRIZED POSSESSION: My horses are my treasures. I feel especially lucky to own San Francisco, who is now 21 years old and retired in my backyard. I ride him for fun now. He built a huge show record, having worked hard during his showing career.

A PERSON WHO INSPIRED YOUR GREATNESS: I gain inspiration from anyone around me, especially when I am competing. When I ride, I push to be like whoever is the best.

ACTIVITY THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE: I volunteer at Ride To Fly, a therapeutic riding program that supports clients with challenges. You can see them connecting with the horses. My cousin Claire does a similar program in Seattle called Little Bit. Animals are such great therapists.

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ACTIVITY THAT CHANGED YOUR LIFE: The King Harbor Youth Race Team. Sailing now consumes my life. I met some of my current best friends through sailing, and it is now how I spend my free time.

PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Traveling to Florida with my sailing partner without parents, because it gave me the opportunity to establish my independence, while doing what I love … sailing.

PLACE ON THE EARTH YOU’D MOST LIKE TO VISIT AND WHY: I really want to visit is Antarctica. It would be a great life accomplishment to travel to all seven continents.

WHAT BAND OR SOLO ARTIST WOULD RECORD THE SOUNDTRACK OF YOUR LIFE? I would have Florence and the Machine record the soundtrack, because their songs are all extremely relatable to everyone’s life and what is to come in the future.

Sara James, 17 Manhattan Beach Mira Costa High School PROUDEST ACCOMPLISHMENT: Volunteering at Disabled Sports Eastern Sierra, a program that teaches disabled kids and adults how to ski or snowboard.

PERSON YOU ADMIRE MOST: The person I admire most is my Grandma Betty. She has lived a simple yet full life, and I aspire to be as great of a person as she was. She was able to travel the world while still working and having a family, which amazes me.

SOMETHING ONLY YOUR BEST FRIENDS KNOW ABOUT YOU: I hate when cabinets or drawers are open.

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SECRET TO YOUR SUCCESS: The secret to my success is to never give up, and although that sounds simple, it takes a lot of determination to keep on fighting even if it doesn’t seem like the effort is doing anything. l

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Island Enchantment WHERE: Aulani, a Disney Resort & Spa in O’ahu, Hawaii WHY: Whether Disney fan or Hawaii enthusiast, this spacious resort on the quiet Western end of O’ahu provides the perfect mix of playtime and paradise for all ages.

HOW: Many major airlines offer direct flights to O’ahu year-round, including Virgin Air, which recently debuted service to Honolulu. From the island capital it’s about 20 miles to the resort by car or shuttle. 92-1185 Ali’inui Drive in Kapolei, 866-443-4763, resorts.disney.go.com/aulani-hawaii-resort WHEN: You can’t beat Hawaii’s year-round climate, but non-school vacation months like September, October, January and February could be less crowded. The annual Honolulu Food & Wine Festival is October 14-30, with many top chefs and foodies descending on the resort for events.

WHAT: If you’re worried a trip to Aulani will be one character breakfast after another, don’t fear the Disney brand in the name. Entertainment and ambience is one of Disney’s staples, and this piece of tropical paradise is no exception. Are you likely to run into Mickey and Minnie in Hawaiian shirts? Yes (not necessarily a bad thing, especially for the youngsters). Should you expect the kid quotient to be overwhelming? No. Just a sprinkling of pixie dust here, and the effect is enchanting and education for everyone.

One of the best amenities at the resort is the accommodations, which range from standard rooms to three-bedroom villas … so the more the merrier. Dining is also diverse and delicious, with many local specialties blended with family fare and fine dining options for the adults. With much of the action happening both poolside and oceanside, there are also a shaves ice stand, snack shop, pool bar and that famous Dole Whip for Disney diehards.

The resort is built around a giant aquatic zone full of pools, waterslides, snorkeling reef and more. If the Pacific’s more your style, you can walk your gear to sandy white beaches on the Ko Olina Lagoon. If you need a break from outdoor activities, visit the Laniwai spa and enjoy a few hours of pampering and polishing.

And no trip to Hawaii is complete without a luau. Aulani’s take on this tradition comes in the form of a Starlit Hui, an evening celebration of Hawaiian traditions and modern entertainment with island-inspired music and hula—along with unique storytelling from “Uncle,” Disney characters and magical touches.

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Desert Comeback WHERE: The Ritz-Carlton in Rancho Mirage WHY: A dramatic 2014 remodel to the property puts this celebrated hotel back on top with gorgeous desert views at all corners.

HOW: An easy two-hour drive from the South Bay via the 10 Freeway beyond Palm Springs. 68900 Frank Sinatra Way in Rancho Mirage, 760-321-8282, ritzcarlton.com/en/hotels/california/rancho-mirage WHEN: Steer clear of the summer months from June through September. Things start to average out in the fall and stay lovely through spring. The weeks around Easter and spring break get a bit hectic and pricey in the desert cities due to the Coachella and Stagecoach music festivals.

WHAT: No longer a stuffy stalwart of yesterday, the hotel is much less Gerald Ford and more Tom Ford following the seven-year-long redux. Sleek, modern and unfussy, the new design lets the sweeping desert vista take center stage, providing just the right amount of outdoor space and indoor escape for lucky visitors.

With two pools and plenty of places to lounge, the milder months draw the sun worshippers outdoors. For those in need of a heat retreat, the spa calls with beautifully appointed lounges, treatment rooms and a lush menu of services. The kids will have plenty to keep themselves busy, including nature hikes, stargazing on a clear night and s’mores roasting on the private first-floor fire pits.

Dining highlights a stay at the Ritz with two notable venues: State Fair Bar + Kitchen and The Edge Steakhouse. While the former shines as an optimal family meal gathering spot any time of the day, the service and selection at The Edge helps it stands out as an exceptional culinary experience for mom and dad.

Perched right at the tip of the property overlooking the twinkling valley below, you just might get distracted by the sights and smells on your table—some of the best in the area. Don’t be surprised if this restaurant, with its own dry-aging room and international wine list, becomes the hottest seat in the desert.

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Here Comes the Sun WHERE: Sun Valley Lodge in Sun Valley, Idaho WHY: Sun Valley celebrates 80 years with a newly refurbished lodge and spa and a plethora of restaurants and year-round activities. The historic mining town was ranked #2 Ski Resort

by Ski Magazine, with two major ski resorts: 9,150-foot-high Bald Mountain, or “Baldy Mountain,” for intermediate and advanced skiers, and 6,638-foot-high Dollar Mountain, geared more for beginners.

HOW: Fly LAX to Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN) on Alaska and United. 1 Sun Valley Road in Sun Valley, Idaho, 800-786-8259, sunvalley.com WHAT: Once a preferred spot for the likes of Warren Miller, Marilyn Monroe, Clint Eastwood and Frank Sinatra, the iconic, 108-room Sun Valley Lodge has undergone a major renovation (brought completely down to the original studs) with upgrades including expanded guestrooms—some with dual-sided fireplaces—and bathrooms with walk-in showers and bathtubs.

Rooms feature flat-screen TVs flashing the iconic film Sun Valley Serenade, crisp white linens, writing desks, and Keurig coffee and tea makers. (Ernest Hemingway penned part of For Whom the Bell Tolls in the office of the Hemingway Suite.)

The property, originally built in 1935 by Stanley Underwood, also boasts an updated fitness center, a heated outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi, a refurbished bowling alley and arcade, and a 20,000-square-foot spa lined with historic black-andwhite photos. Treatments range from the Cloud Nine Massage (customized to target specific tight or sore muscles) to the detoxifying Green Tea Wrap to help promote immunity. Sign up for a private ice skating lesson with local pro and Disney Ice dancer Natalia Zeitseva.

Book a walking tour of Ketchum with husband-and-wife duo Jim and Wendy Jaquet (wendyjaquet@yahoo.com) and explore history, art galleries and must-see sights such as the Sun Valley Museum of History (comlib.org), where exhibits have included a Ski Hall of Fame with hometown heroes including Picabo Street and a display of ski gear through the decades.

From Trail Creek Cabin—a rustic, log cabin-gone-restaurant accessible via a horse-drawn sleigh ride—to an Austrianinspired bakery recalling a ski chalet, there are plenty of restaurant options around town. Start early with a hearty breakfast at Gretchen’s at the Sun Valley Lodge. The recently revamped eatery, aptly named for Olympic Alpine medalist Gretchen Fraser—the first American to win a gold medal in skiing in 1948, serves organic steel-cut oatmeal; egg white frittatas with cherry tomatoes and spinach; “Power Bowls” with quinoa, edamame and baby kale; and cinnamon bread pudding French toast drizzled with walnut and brown sugar.

For a leisurely afternoon lunch or dinner après skiing, take the gondola to the top of Bald Mountain to Roundhouse.

(Comfy Pendleton-style blankets are included for the ride to and from the base.) Lunch options range from fondue paired with apple slices, bread and pears to duck salad, while dinner offers items from apple cider bisque with cardamom to branzino with celery root velouté. l

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No Boys Allowed Hear them roar. New to Toyota Center in El Segundo, the South Bay’s All-Girls Youth Hockey Program seeks to teach its players confidence—both on and off the ice.

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hen the players of the LA Lions all-girls youth hockey program take to the ice, they don’t hold back. You need only watch them compete at the Toyota Sports Center to see their athletic enthusiasm in action.

Ranging in age from 8 to 12, the players are all smiles as they fly through the cold air and across the ice, running drills and skating from one end of the rink to the other. “It’s exceptional,” says Megan Rivera, head coach of the Lions. “We’ll be one of the only hockey clubs in LA County with a girls-only program with multiple age levels.”

Megan, who’s also an account executive for the LA Kings hockey development program, notes that the Lions— also operated by the Kings—consists of roughly 50 or so girls on three teams, a new and groundbreaking program that’s “growing all the time.” While many of the girls are from the South Bay area, Megan says that some travel quite a distance to practice during the week at the Sports Center.

“We have a girl who travels from Ojai, another from Valencia,” she says.

The Lions’ burgeoning popularity highlights not only the increased demand for an all-girls youth hockey program in the South Bay—something that was sorely missing in the area— but also the need for more girls youth hockey programs like it in California.

The Lions also serve as an important reminder about the sport overall in the South Bay: Ice hockey is tremendously beneficial for children, helping to instill confidence and a sense of camaraderie that’s invaluable.

Becki Winckler, a kindergarten teacher in the Hawthorne school district and the founder and manager of the Lions, started the team last spring. Her daughter, Lily, plays on a co-ed youth hockey team but had an interest in playing with an all-girls team. Yet options concerning girls hockey programs were, and still are, somewhat limited in Los Angeles. One of the closest, longstanding programs—The Lady Ducks—is way south in Anaheim.

“This is our backyard,” says Becki. “We shouldn’t have to leave.”

She gathered a group of girls, roughly around 8 years of age, who were also decent skaters and had experience with hockey. Many of them had played on co-ed youth hockey programs, and Becki found a common theme: While they enjoyed hockey, several of the young girls had given up the sport.

“There were some girls I came across who no longer skated. When I asked why, their parents would say that she wanted to play with girls. It was sad to think that they couldn’t play,” Becki says, adding

that she was excited to get these girls back into the sport.

She pulled enough girls together to participate in a youth hockey tournament last Labor Day: the Junior Kings’ Tinseltown Tournament Series. It was during and after the tournament that Becki connected with Megan, who then reached out to the LA Kings to officially establish the Lions all-girl program.

“The only reason we were able to partner with the Kings was because of Megan. If Megan wouldn’t have been our coach, I don’t think I would’ve been in the position to grow this program so quickly,” she says, adding that the program is looking to add additional teams with older teens this year.

Becki has seen, firsthand, how beneficial the program has been for her daughter and the other Lions’ girls.

Many of the girls, she notes, don’t live near one another, but the team gives them the opportunity to connect—and they’ve developed what Megan calls “the sisterhood.”

“When it’s game time, even if they lose they’re so supportive. They truly love to see each other. They’ve formed outside friendships that have nothing to do with school. The older girls have become leaders for the younger girls too,” says Becki.

She goes on to say that, for some of the girls—like her daughter—who also play on other co-ed teams, the Lions program will give them the chance to continue playing the sport once or if the idea of playing hockey alongside boys becomes unappealing.

Megan adds that the Lions have applied to play in the Southern California Amateur Hockey Association, and if they’re accepted they will be playing league games sometime this fall.

League games will be a mix of co-ed teams, and occasionally the Lions play against other California all-girls teams in youth tournaments as well.

“It’s an interesting dynamic,” says Megan. As a hockey fan and player herself (she started at age 6 and played at Boston College), Megan has a keen awareness concerning the benefits of hockey—one of which is the sense of solidarity. She notes that girls on co-ed hockey teams sometimes don’t quite feel like they’re part of the social structure of a boys team.

“But here [the girls] can come together and socialize, and gender isn’t an issue. The palling around they can do in the locker room, for instance. That friendship is critical, and it’s how that sisterhood develops,” she says.

Parents of the Lions players agree. Timberlake Lewis notes that his 12-year-old daughter, Riley, started figured skating at around 5, and when her younger brother eventually picked up hockey she was immediately hooked. In addition to the Lions, she also plays on a

“There were some girls I came across who no longer skated. When I asked why, their parents would say that she wanted to play with girls.

It was sad to think that they couldn’t play.”

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co-ed youth team, and Timberlake has noticed how the Lions program has positively impacted his daughter’s take on hockey.

“On the co-ed team she would play defense, and Riley would defer and be a little timid,” he says. But on the Lions she felt a little more at ease, and she moved from defense to center.

“She has to chase the puck and get aggressive. That self-confidence rubbed off,” he says, adding that Riley now plays center on her co-ed team. “Sports, in its best form, builds self-confidence. Not just concerning teamwork but also concerning how these kids view themselves.”

Marty Williams says his 7-year-old daughter, Makenzie, loves the program. She also plays on a co-ed team and mentions that the co-ed aspect could sometimes “take the luster out” of the game. “But the all-girl program really does offer her more of a chance to assimilate,” he says, adding that the self-confidence she’s gleaned from the Lions has carried over to other aspects of her life.

Now that the Lions are officially established and growing, both Megan and Becki look to a more competitive future.

They’re both optimistic. Megan notes that given the select number of girls-only tournaments, they often play a lot of the same teams.

The parents of one team—which the Lions played last fall and earlier this January—came up to Megan during a tournament and said that the Lions girls have improved dramatically.

“They’re saying that the distance we’ve come over two months is remarkable,” says Megan, adding that the upcoming season will be an exciting one for the Lions. l

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THE NEED FOR SPEED WHEN A CHILD IS DIAGNOSED WITH ADHD, WE’RE OFTEN QUICK TO REACH FOR A STIMULANT. BUT SHOULD WE PROCEED WITH CAUTION?

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hen you’re a second-grader and your parents give you a pill, you pop it like a Flintstones vitamin.

After all, it comes from the two people you trust more than anyone in the world—and they got it from a doctor.

That’s what Carter, 23, believed when she was a student at a highly competitive, private school in the South Bay area—a young girl whose wealthy, successful and well-intentioned parents wanted to ensure she would grow up to enjoy the same success they’d experienced.

Her parents as well as her teachers believed she couldn’t handle school without Adderall.

Carter, who asked that her last name not be used, still isn’t sure whether her childhood problem was Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder—ADHD—or if she was just an impatient, high-energy kid who couldn’t seem to stay in her chair. But she does know that Adderall, one of several drugs prescribed for ADHD, set her on a self-destructive path.

“I was given a prescription based on my teacher saying, ‘She can’t sit still,’” Carter says now. “My parents took me to a psychiatrist, and in two seconds she had written me a ‘scrip.’”

Carter continues: “I became familiar with taking a pill to succeed. And if you are taking that medication for a long period of time, you build up a tolerance. So I continued to have to increase the amount I was taking every day— and if I snorted it, it worked even better. Then I heard that cocaine was exactly like that, so why not try it?”

Epidemic or Over-Diagnosis?

Carter’s story represents an extreme case in which Adderall, on the market since 1995, became a gateway to an illegal narcotic drug.

Certainly every child treated with Adderall or other prescription stimulants prescribed for ADHD (Ritalin, Concerta and Vyvanse are others) does not end up abusing cocaine.

Still, each year an increasing percentage of kids are diagnosed with ADHD. According to the most recent (2013) data from the Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, nearly one in five high school-age boys and 11% of all school-age children has received a medical diagnosis of ADHD at some point in their lives.

The figure represents a 16% increase since 2007 and a 41% increase over the preceding decade.

The same study says two-thirds of those children have been treated with stimulants.

(To avoid repetition, assume that when Adderall is mentioned we are talking about the spectrum of prescription medications for ADHD).

Some experts blast the psychiatric industry for “selling” the ADHD diagnosis along with the drugs to treat it. Whether or not you agree,

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increasing ADHD diagnoses mean more parents are facing a difficult choice: Is Adderall really the answer?

Mental health professionals interviewed for this story agree only 3% to 7% of American children actually have ADHD—despite the rate of diagnosis. Conflicting data leave many wellmeaning parents feeling lost in the dark.

More boys than girls are diagnosed with ADHD, but that does not necessarily mean fewer girls struggle with the disorder. Tarzana child and adolescent psychiatrist Sahar Douek explains that ADHD boys more often exhibit hyperactive symptoms, while girls might just be inattentive—easier for a teacher to tolerate or simply overlook than a disruptive boy. “Girls may be under-diagnosed,” she says.

Why They Work

Let’s back up for a second. If an ADHD kid is hyperactive, unfocused and impulsive, wouldn’t a stimulant makes things worse?

Dr. Douek says the easiest way to think about it is that those with ADHD have a lower-than-normal level of dopamine—a neurotransmitter that, among other things, helps regulate concentration. For those kids, Adderall increases the ability to focus.

She cautions it’s easy to mistake other problems for ADHD. Anxiety, depression, borderline personality disorders, seizure disorders that may cause children to “blank out” for several seconds (mistaken for lapses in attention), fatigue from sleep apnea and autism are just a handful of problems that may present as ADHD. Still, she adds that the potential for misdiagnosis should not deter parents from getting a correct diagnosis that may lead to appropriate treatment. “A kid who forgets to bring their assignments to school might not need medication,” she says. “But a child who has a more severe difficulty paying attention—do you want the kid to suffer?”

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Ask any teen now, and they’ll say you can get Adderall on campus in under five minutes. You are taught that you can do better if you do Adderall, so why would you not?”

When They Work

Psychologist Moe Gelbart, executive director of the Thelma McMillen Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment at Torrance Memorial Hospital, says stimulants can work wonders when brain chemistry is the problem.

“The kid who can’t concentrate and read a page, all of a sudden he can read a book,” says Dr. Gelbart. He adds that doing better in school may improve self-esteem, breaking a “downward cycle” that can lead to depression. But he calls ADHD stimulants “powerful drugs” and calls their use a “riskbenefit analysis.”

Courtney Behrenhausen, director of educational support services for prestigious Campbell Hall School, calls treating ADHD with stimulant drugs a “very greyscale issue.”

Dr. Behrenhausen has held this position for 14 years and served as a teacher and junior high dean at Campbell Hall for six years prior. She says she’s seen the full range of how Adderall can affect a student’s academic performance and social interaction.

“There are certainly some students for whom it is literally a miracle drug,” she says.

“It makes their lives 100,000 times easier. It allows them to reach their academic potential, their personal potential. There are kids who are really lucky and don’t have a whole lot of side effects, and it just makes everything good … all the way to the other end where there are

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kids for whom it doesn’t work well and it has very negative physical or emotional effects.

Some have to try a lot of different medications, and I’ve had students who just eventually couldn’t be medicated; it didn’t work for them.

And everything in between.”

Child psychiatrist Marissa Caudill, who has offices in Westwood and in Encino, calls Adderall and similar meds “among the best in all of psychiatry” and believes most children can tolerate them with few side effects. The primary ones: appetite loss, headaches, insomnia and moodiness as the meds wear off. Adds Dr. Caudill: “It’s kind of a doubleedged sword. The negatives are they might feel a little bit less like themselves, a little bit flat in their affects.”

When They Don’t Work

For some kids, the side effects far outweigh the benefits. Rob and Danielle Fox began to see signs of ADHD in their son when he was about 9 years old. (His parents asked that his real name not be used to avoid the stigma of the diagnosis).

“He would leave the house in the morning, and two seconds later he’d come back because he’d forgotten his wallet,” says his father. “Then he’d go out and come back again.

He’d forgotten his homework. Then it was his lunch. We’d write a list the night before of everything he had to take with him to school,

and he’d forget to look at the list. It was constant. Nothing worked.”

Over the next six years the couple’s son was prescribed a variety of stimulants, including Adderall and Concerta. “All of them had awful side effects: dehydration, loss of appetite, headaches,” Rob recalls. “He wouldn’t eat all day and then he’d binge late at night.”

Adds mom Danielle: “Finally, he literally vomited and then passed out on the baseball field one day. It was a result of not eating all day and being dehydrated. It was horrible.”

Ultimately it was the Fox’s son who decided that stimulants were not for him. “Taking ADHD meds is essentially taking hard drugs,” the son now 17 years old, says. “Kids like myself feel pressured to take these meds by our parents and by our schools and the amount of work they require.”

Adds the teenager: “The meds made me extremely depressed. I always had a dry mouth, got extreme headaches . . . but I could work like a horse. It’s an unnatural pill that made my personality change too. The only thing positive it produced was a robot-like effect when I was studying.”

His parents supported his decision. “In the end, we’d rather manage than medicate our son,” Danielle says. Their son managed to “force myself to focus,” and his grades only dropped slightly without meds. Now he’s headed to college in Boston, where he plans to

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take a full course load as well as play baseball.

He vows he won’t return to meds to get him through it. “Nope, I want to avoid pharmaceutical products as much as I possibly can.”

Use vs. Abuse

Side effects are unique to each patient and no professional interviewed for this story suggests a cookie-cutter approach to a complex problem. But all agree that with or without side effects, Adderall lends itself to rampant abuse. Known as “the smart drug,” it can allow students without ADHD to study (or party) all night. The fact that it’s a prescription pill, not a street drug, creates the illusion of safety.

Dr. Caudill reports that one in five students with an Adderall prescription gets asked to share their pills. And they do.

Says Carter: “Ask any teen now, and they’ll say you can get Adderall on campus in under five minutes. You are taught that you can do better if you do Adderall, so why would you not?”

So it feels good? “Absolutely it feels good.

You feel like you are invincible,” Carter adds.

While in school, she confesses she also got caught up in another dangerous trend, especially among girls: doing Adderall to stay thin.

Local psychiatrists say that savvy students look up the symptoms of ADHD on the internet and complain of the symptoms to get worried parents to take them to doctors to get the meds. “I’ve heard stories of all kinds—mothers who dragged their kids to convince the doctor their kid has ADHD so the mother could take [Adderall],” Dr. Gelbart says.

Changing the Scrip(t)

Child and adolescent psychiatrist Kal Maniktala has seen stimulants result in improved school performance and more importantly, self-esteem. She points out that no medicine exists without potential side effects. But she finds herself worrying more about kids with-

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out ADHD who seem to need stimulants to meet excessive pre-college demands.

“I think we have to, as a society, really ask ourselves what we’re doing to kids and whether we should keep pushing them the way we are,” she says. “The bar keeps getting pushed up higher and higher.”

Jamison Monroe is founder and CEO of Newport Academy, which offers both a residential and outpatient therapy program.

Newport provides holistic treatment for teen substance abuse and other mental health problems. The majority of the boys who arrive at the residential program are on ADHD stimulants and at check-in, the meds are all left at the door. The academy forbids the use of stimulants and offers alternative therapies for ADHD including changes like a sugar-free and caffeine-free, health-conscious diet; daily exercise; and nine hours of sleep each night.

“Our society continues to be more and more enamored of a quick fix,” Monroe says. “As a society, we’ve decided that it’s too expensive to change the system so we have to change the kid.” With stimulants, legal or illegal, “What goes up must come down,” Monroe adds.

One student who benefited from the academy’s approach is Carter, who transferred from an all-girls school to Newport Academy when she was 17. She says the organization “saved my life.” It also led to a career: She now works for Newport Academy doing clinical outreach.

Before Newport, Carter says, “nobody ever sat me down to teach me good study skills, or that those executive functioning skills could be taught. [Stimulants] were always just the easier, softer solution. I think you have to have informed intervention. See if you can help your kid learn more study skills. Think outside the box.” 

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“This is an experience for the family to enjoy together. Parents are encouraged to walk the course and be a part of the experience. It has been so much fun to see the networking connections of this league. So many kids and parents have made new friends, as well as developed a bond they can share together through golf.”

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All About Kids For most of us, there is no higher priority than our families—especially when it comes to caring for our children. That’s why we want the absolute best in everything from health care to education. But finding the right professional, group or organization can be a challenge. In this special profiles section, we make your search easier. Whether you’re looking for a state-of-the-art school, a friendly physician or the perfect place to have fun—on the following pages you’ll meet some locals who make it their business (literally) to keep your kids on the path to a happy, healthy, productive life.

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PENINSULA MONTESSORI SCHOOLS 31100 Hawthorne Blvd., Rancho Palos Verdes 310-544-3099 907 Knob Hill Ave, Redondo Beach 310-540-9742 peninsulamontessori.com

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ounded in 1978, Peninsula Montessori Schools teach the whole child and allow a freedom of movement unlike traditional classrooms. The school offers two campuses: Rancho Palos Verdes serves 250 students ages 18 months to 12 years, and Redondo Beach serves 80 students ages 18 months to 5 years. In addition to academics, the school offers gymnastics, karate, dance, tennis, chess, music, art, computer, physical education, Chinese and Spanish classes.

What would you like kids and parents to know about your school?

“Montessori education is an approach to teaching the whole child.

Children’s cognitive, social-emotional, movement and language skills are highly intertwined. The freedom of movement that is proving so important to children’s optimal functioning is prevalent in a Montessori classroom. Spontaneous self-discipline arises in the Montessori environment. It is calmer and more peaceful than traditional classrooms where children are made to stay seated.”

What is your school’s mission?

“Our goal is to foster a child’s natural inclination to learn in a nurturing and stimulating environment. In addition, we aim to promote appreciation and respect for self and others, foster independence and enthusiasm for learning.”

Does homework in the Montessori classroom actually help students?

“Homework in a Montessori setting is a very hot topic. We have had parents requesting more homework and parents who feel that any type of schoolwork done at home is abhorrent. Our main concern, of course, is how our students find a balance of freedom with responsibility. Knowing that our students move into middle school once they have completed our program, it is important that they learn how to focus their thoughts for a specific amount of time on homework, which will certainly be a requirement in later years. We also recognize that family time and extracurricular activities are very valuable. For that reason, the children’s homework is assigned once a week and may be completed as they see fit. It is always titrated to each child’s level of development and abilities.”

Do children transition well from Montessori into traditional middle school?

“A recent study published in the Journal of Science tracked 400 students in Milwaukee. Selected through a lottery system, half the students received public school education from kindergarten to high school graduation. The other half attended Montessori schools through fifth grade before transitioning into the public school system.

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At the end of the study, which was conducted between 1997 and 2007, test scores and GPAs were compared. Not only did the children who had received preschool through fifth-grade Montessori education outperform the other group in math and science test scores, they also graduated with higher GPAs. The conclusion of the study was that early Montessori education had a long-term impact on later public school performance.

Montessori students have learned how to learn—where to find information on their own if they need it. They are accustomed to research and to tackling new subjects. These skills serve them well when they move to traditional schools.”

What do kids love most about Peninsula Montessori Schools?

“Our students know they are respected and cherished. They

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Peninsula Montessori Schools enjoy an active Montessori Parents’ Association. Parents are involved by volunteering as reading coaches, assisting teachers with art projects, accompanying the children on field trips, and helping in the school library and with the annual International Festival.

learn that risk-taking is vital for achieving success. Through the use of Montessori materials, they are able to discover their own errors and self-correct their work. Without competition in the classroom, children help one another problem-solve in a collaborative manner.”

How does your school make our community a better place for children?

“The Montessori environment radiates harmony and respect.

Children develop grace and courtesy skills beginning in the toddler classroom. They work together as stewards of their environment, doing their part to maintain order, such as returning didactic materials to their respective shelves after use and taking care of classroom pets and plants. The children learn to treat each other with kindness and take pride in helping a friend

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in need. They learn to think constructively and creatively in a community while developing a strong sense of self.

In addition, Montessori students actively take part in community service outside school. They volunteer with various charitable organizations and demonstrate an interest in the welfare of all living things. These are the lessons of the Montessori classroom that remain with our students as they make their way in the world.”

What does it take to be the best?

“We have a proven track record over the past 39 years, and all our teachers are fully credentialed. We offer our students a beautiful environment, rich with tools and guidance that will spark their natural curiosity and foster independence.”

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THE LA25 1815 Via El Prado, Suite 100, Redondo Beach thela25.com | 310-466-0021

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ormed in 2010, The LA25 is a group of 25 entrepreneurial women and men based in the South Bay who operate their respective businesses from a platform of altruism. The LA25 Foundation for the Arts is an outgrowth of the group members’ focus on philanthropy. Through this foundation, The LA25 encourages the development and expansion of arts programs in all areas—especially in public schools throughout the South Bay. How does your business support children?

“Our membership is dedicated to helping raise awareness and funding for South Bay arts and education through our 501(c)3, The LA25 Foundation for the Arts. Early exposure to the arts has been proven to have an important effect on our children’s development, improving brain development and critical thinking, helping them be better problem-solvers and communicators, which in turns helps them understand and share the world around them. We have hosted an annual art auction to raise funds for our work—the most recent of which was called ART310, held in October at The Point in El Segundo. We’re thankful to the guests, artists and local sponsors who share our passion for arts and education and have helped us exceed our funding goals each year.”

Do you host events to help the public learn about important topics?

“Last year’s art auction raised money for the Hermosa Beach and El Segundo Education Foundations to develop and support music programs throughout the South Bay. We partnered with Dr. Ron McCurdy, Grammy committee member and professor of music at the USC Thornton School of Music, to curate a music appreciation series for all fourth- and fifthgrade children in Hermosa Beach that includes five mini-concerts, each featuring a different musical genre performed by USC music students, which culminates in a student field trip to the Grammy Museum. The student concerts, hosted at the Hermosa Beach Community Center, are open to the public and designed to encourage engagement and discussion. An additional parents’ night is planned with Dr. McCurdy, who will speak on how music affects the brain. Our members also worked with the El Segundo Foundation to raise money to pay for all the string instruments at the El Segundo High School Music Program.”

What motivated you to focus on making the community a better place for children?

“We live and work here. Our children go to school here. We want them to have the best possible education and opportunities we can give them. We can’t expect the schools to do it all. Even the more affluent

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schools within the South Bay are taking hits on funding, particularly when it comes to the arts. Everyone has to get involved and do what they can to make a difference.”

What’s one way a local business can reach out and make a difference?

“The LA25 Foundation for the Arts invites all local businesses to consider a tax-deductible gift to support our work or meet with us to discuss individualized opportunities for one of our events.”

How do you build philanthropic relationships within our community?

“We have developed long-term relationships and meaningful commitments from local corporate sponsors including Southbay magazine, Paolucci Salling & Martin Communciation Arts, Skechers, Erin Condren, Room and Board, Hermosa Design, New American Funding, Keller Williams Beach Cities, Shade Hotel, Chevron and many others who understand the wisdom of arts education and who are excited about furthering that cause with us. And that includes all the local artists who inspire us and help us put on our art auction every year including Al Satterhwhite, Bo Bridges, Tricia Strickfaden, Brent Broza, Brian Kingston, Dan Janotta, Diana Antonini, Gerard Murphy, Holly Socrates, Jessica Alley, Kathleen Keifer, Lauren Frick, Lawrence Yun, Lee Clarke, Lee Tunila, Robert Ketchum, and Jeff and Siri Berting.”

Who are your members?

KC Campbell, Vox DJs Steve Carvel, Carvel Law Geoffrey Chait, Unlimited Fitness David Coe, Freedom Growth Adam Deierling, Industrial Property Trust Chris DeRosa, Davis & DeRosa Physical Therapy Mark Duncan, ISU Insurance Services/The Olsen Duncan Agency Jane Euler, Lauzon & Euler, LLP Lori Ford, Gum Tree/Gum Tree Kids Eric Formiller, New American Funding Amy Gimlen, Gimlen Orthodontics Kate Lester, Kate Lester Interiors Ashley Magovern, Manhattan Dermatology Kyle Mealy, SBTF Consulting Michael Newman, South Bay Plastic Surgeons Eric Pritz, SEIA Christopher Salling, Paolucci Salling & Martin Dominique Scott, Life Chiropractic RJ Smith, RJ Smith Construction Jolise Tracey, Shade Hotel/The Strand House Brian Withers, Withers Dental Chris Yuhl, Yuhl, Carr, LLP

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Since its inception, The LA25 has raised more than $120,000 to support arts and education for South Bay schools and children. Learn more at LA25foundation.org.

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AdventurePlex has been voted Best Kids Play Facility in the South Bay each year since 2007 in Easy Reader’s Best of the Beach Awards.

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perated by Beach Cities Health District, AdventurePlex is an indoor/ outdoor play facility complete with mazes and tunnels, a ropes course and outdoor rock climbing wall, an indoor gymnasium and the recently opened “Toddler Town”—a play zone that offers classes, farm-totable experiences and birthday parties for kids age 5 and younger.

What benefits do children gain from the services your business provides?

“AdventurePlex offers a wide range of activities for families, including a five-level play structure, Toddler Town, a sports court and reading corner—each designed to make healthy habits fun. Additionally, parents and children can enjoy our jam-packed schedule of healthy classes, which range from Parent-Tot Yoga and Stroller Fitness to Toddler Gardening and

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Toddler Movement. We offer fun classes for nearly every age, including Art to Grow On and Sport Ball! What’s more, our team members encourage kids to challenge themselves physically and intellectually."

Tell us about your team.

“All managers and camp staff are CPR-certified and receive background checks and drug screenings. AdventurePlex upholds the guidelines and standards set by the American Camp Association to ensure the facility is a fun and safe environment.”

What do kids love most about your business?

“Kids love exploring all the different activities, learning, playing and—most of all—having fun!”

What’s most rewarding about your work?

“The most rewarding part of operating Adven-

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turePlex is helping children create healthy habits, because healthy habits started early last a lifetime.”

What sets your business apart from the rest?

“AdventurePlex was created for families to play, learn and grow their way to good health. Here, families are encouraged to get active, get silly and get healthier.”

How does your business encourage children (and parents) to live a healthy lifestyle?

“Running, jumping, swinging, crawling, sliding, climbing and zipping are just a few of the ways your kids will play their way to good health at AdventurePlex. Packed with colorful mazes, tunnels, slides, zip lines, ball pits and a toddlersized play farm, market and beach house, there’s fun waiting for all ages inside—even parents! And we’re open seven days a week.”

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One of Terranea’s eighth-grade golfers was so inspired by the league, he created a website with his mom’s help that includes league format, values, expectations and a game improvement guide. corwinr.wix.com/southbayjrgolfleague

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he Links at Terranea Junior Golf League is designed to create a family-friendly environment where local youth can learn golf as well as the life lessons the sport teaches. Robert Krasemann, assistant golf professional at Terranea, has coached junior golf for six years. He started working at Terranea in 2011 and is co-creator of the South Bay Junior Golf League.

What do you love about working with children?

“Kids are the most rewarding because they are so genuine. When you are able to connect with a child and create an environment where they feel welcomed, educated, supported and you see their confidence/skill improve to the point golf becomes a passion for them, there really isn’t a better feeling as a coach.”

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How does your business help instill healthy habits in children?

“In the current instant-information area of video games and iPhone apps, our league is getting kids outside and walking nine holes of golf with a teammate—using skill and team communication/strategy. We create opportunities for all kids, parents and coaches to make new friends while growing the game of golf. Seeing the competition, sportsmanship and personal improvements each week is something you really need to see to believe and understand the value.”

What motivated you to start a kidfocused business?

“The Links at Terranea Junior Golf League promotes teamwork and togetherness. It has been a winning factor for our league and for kids’ enjoyment. They don’t feel isolated; they feel

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100 Terranea Way, Rancho Palos Verdes 310-265-2752 Terranea.com/golf supported and part of something bigger. When we created the league, we made divisions for the younger golfers who may not be ready for the time and challenge of nine holes of golf.

We created a six-hole league for the younger intermediate player and a three-hole division for the young golfer learning the game.”

Tell us about your all-star team.

“This summer the South Bay Junior Golf League will participate in the PGA Junior League, which generates some of the top junior golf talent in the country for kids 13 years old and younger (but it also encourages players of all levels to play in the league). Once the season is complete each league forms an all-star team.

Last year we teamed up with players from the Lakes at El Segundo to form our all-star team with 10 kids.”

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PEDIATRIC THERAPY NETWORK 1815 W. 213th Street, Suite 100 Torrance 310-328-0276 PediatricTherapyNetwork.org

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Pediatric Therapy Network is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that relies on the support of donors to sustain its year-round therapeutic programs, including parent support groups and Camp Escapades.

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ounded in 1996, Pediatric Therapy Network (PTN) is an early child development and therapy center that provides services for children with special needs and those at risk for developmental issues. PTN provides speech, physical and occupational therapy to 2,500 children a year.

What would you like kids and parents to know about your business?

“PTN is celebrating our 20th birthday in 2016! For 20 years, PTN has been dedicated to meeting the developing needs of children of all abilities, including those with autism spectrum disorder, developmental delays, learning disabilities, sports-related injuries, and orthopedic and neurological challenges.”

How does your business make our community a better place for children?

“To support the best possible outcome for each child we serve and to help reduce social and financial burdens later in life, PTN provides services for our client’s siblings and engages parents early and frequently through home visits, parent trainings, community outings and family respite care.”

What motivated you to start a kid-focused business?

“PTN was the dream of a small group of therapists, parents and teachers who envisioned an organization that would provide the community with innovative therapy and education to foster the best possible outcomes for children with special needs and developmental concerns. PTN's founders committed themselves to building a highcaliber resource center for the many families who were struggling to find services for their children. PTN grew at a rapid pace to

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become an organization that provides more than 130,000 hours of therapeutic intervention each year.”

In what ways do you provide a familyfriendly workplace for your team?

“Our organization has formed a work culture that supports communication, growth, collaboration and new opportunities. With exceptional levels of support, mentorship and flexibility, our employees enjoy a balanced quality of life while pursuing their professional endeavors.”

What do kids love most about your business?

“Camp Escapades! The mission of Camp Escapades is to offer a traditional summer camp experience for children in our community who otherwise would not be able to enjoy a typical summer day camp. Over the years, thousands of young campers have experienced pony rides, arts and crafts, music, sensory experiences, dance, sports and more. We are looking forward to Camp Escapades 2016 from August 8 to 19 at Rolling Hills Country Day School.”

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hadwick School is an independent coeducational day school located on a 45-acre hilltop on the Palos Verdes Peninsula. Founded in 1935, Chadwick serves 830 students in grades K-12.

Tell us about Chadwick’s educational experience.

“Chadwick is dedicated to academic excellence, exemplary character and self-discovery through experience. Our students routinely bring their education to their everyday lives. They think deeply in critical and creative ways. They do the work to uncover solutions while discovering their talents. They develop courage to lead with confidence and character. Sitting on the sidelines simply isn’t an option at Chadwick.”

Tell us about your team.

“We hire exceptional teachers, recruiting the ‘best of the best’ from around the world, and 80% of our teachers hold advanced degrees.

Chadwick teachers take an active role in promoting our students’ well-being, character development, talents and interests. They are passionate about what they teach and are

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100% of Chadwick’s graduates attend four-year colleges.

committed to continual improvement. As lifelong learners, Chadwick faculty members are innovative, collaborative and committed to bringing out the full potential of each student. Our academic instructors are experts in their fields, and our fine and performing arts teachers also are professional artists, photographers, musicians, actors, dancers and directors.”

What do kids love most about your school?

“Relationships are a core part of the Chadwick experience, and Chadwick students love the

atmosphere of trust, mutual respect and personal growth among fellow students and teachers. We encourage the best from each other. It’s a safe environment for students to challenge themselves, try new things and take responsible risks. They are involved in a wide range of activities beyond stellar academics, including STEM programs, 25 competitive athletic teams, extensive performing and visual arts opportunities, student-led publications and more than 50 student-led clubs.”

What sets your school apart from the rest?

“Chadwick’s core values of honesty, respect, responsibility, fairness and compassion are part of the daily academic and interpersonal experiences of our students. We bring out the very best in our students through active learning, oneon-one mentoring, challenging academics, unparalleled global experiences and an accredited outdoor education program. Our optimal class sizes allow for enhanced learning relationships among teachers and students as well as between students. We challenge students to think and apply their learning—to go deeper into the material, rather than just memorizing content.”

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olling Hills Montessori offers both a full-time and part-time program, with four preschool classrooms and one toddler class serving a total of 100 students. Owner/director Michelle Collins started the school in 2007 with two classrooms and 10 children; for the past five years the campus has been at full capacity.

What would you like parents to know about your school?

“We honor and respect the true Montessori philosophy and offer the most natural, lifesupporting environment for each child. We believe that the potential of the child is not just limited to intellect. It is our goal for each child to learn to care deeply about other people and the world and work to discover a unique and individual way to contribute.”

What do you love about working with children?

“Every child is unique and special, and through the Montessori philosophy each child is offered the opportunity to excel at his/her own pace while maintaining a love of learning.”

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The sky’s the limit, and so each child is a priority and unique unto themselves. They are the future.”

26825 Rolling Hills Road Rolling Hills Estates 310-377-5722 rollinghillsmontessori.com

What skills are important skills for people to work successfully with children?

“To have a big heart, a lot of patience, curiosity, respect and be very nurturing.”

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What do kids love most about your school?

“The feeling of being motivated, loved and secure. Our amazing yard is also a bonus!”

Rolling Hills Montessori offers classes that include music, Spanish, Mandarin Chinese, gymnastics, tennis, keyboarding, art, science, Legos, Dino Club, baking, clay and dance/acting.

What are the biggest benefits of making the children of our community a priority?

“When I look at a new student, I see the future of our humanity in their hands. I may have been fortunate enough to be involved with a child who becomes the first female president of the USA or a student who builds a space station for us all to live on!

Does your school support charitable organizations that help children?

“Yes, we have been involved with St. Jude’s Hospital, orphanages overseas, foster and adoption programs locally and overseas, social services in Los Angeles and San Diego, and helping families with Thanksgiving meals.”

What’s most rewarding about your work?

“Every day is different. A child’s love is unconditional; getting lots of hugs and enjoying the growth of each child from day one to graduation is life-changing and rewarding, as is the support we offer our first-time parents.”

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istamar School is an independent, coeducational high school founded in 2005 by a group of civic-minded families. The school features 21 classrooms, including four full-sized science laboratories; a student life center; a performing arts space; a practice gymnasium; outdoor dining spaces; and a large atrium.

What would you like kids and parents to know about your school?

“Vistamar offers one of the most innovative and globally-oriented academic programs in Los Angeles by combining the very best traditions of American independent schools with adaptations of the most effective educational practices found around the world. We serve a student body representative of LA’s ethnic and socio-economic profile, who are drawn from more than 50 middle schools in almost 50 different zip codes in Los Angeles.

The combination of these distinctive qualities is central to our promise of providing ‘the best education the world has to offer.’”

Tell us about your Life Planning program.

“Life Planning is a four-year program designed to prepare our students for college

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Vistamar School students have received offers of admission from—and attended institutions including Princeton, Stanford, Dartmouth, Brown, Duke, Johns Hopkins, NYU, Yale, UC Berkeley, UCLA and the University of Chicago.

and is grounded in our belief that high school should help prepare students for happy, productive and successful lives. While most schools offer college counseling, Vistamar’s Life Planning takes a lifelong view emphasizing the importance of meaningful work, healthy relationships and community engagement. By the time Life Planning culminates with the college selection process in the

junior and senior years, our students are self-aware, authentic applicants choosing to attend colleges where they’ll be challenged academically, comfortable socially and able to develop their outside interests.”

What do kids love most about your school?

“Students are genuinely supported as individuals at Vistamar, where their differences and their similarities are celebrated by the entire community. Moreover, Vistamar is a joyful community—a second home where students arrive early and stay late to do homework, meet with teachers, work on group projects or just hang out with friends.”

In what ways do you encourage parent involvement?

“Vistamar parents are our partners, and we ensure parents are closely connected to students’ academic, social and emotional experiences. This happens in many ways, including a robust online update system and membership for every parent in our parent organization. This ensures that parents remain closely connected to our program— including all events and activities of the school—throughout their time at Vistamar.”

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xperium Science Academy provides children from kindergarten through high school with hands-on, labbased science activities taught by scientists using inquiry-based learning techniques at a modern science laboratory.

Experium offers homeschool classes, field trip experiences, after-school classes and strategic partnerships.

What are your strategic partnerships?

“We have developed partnerships with local elementary, middle school and high school administrations—both public and private—to act as an outsourced, hands-on science lab.

We customize our experiments and supplement classroom instruction.”

What makes your science program different from other STEM efforts?

“We built a collegiate-level science facility filled with equipment normally found only on college campuses. We then developed an age-based, hands-on science curriculum. Our instructors have graduate degrees specializing in the sciences and teach classes and experiments in biology, chemistry, physics and engineering. Children who have exposure to

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CEO Experium Science Academy

21605 Hawthorne Blvd., Ste. 200, Torrance 310-543-3100 experiumscienceacademy.com

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Experium Science Academy has served more than 9,000 South Bay children since opening in 2012.

these topics beginning in grades K–3 are much less intimidated by these classes in middle and high school. We want to fundamentally change how these subjects are perceived by children—and maybe even their parents.”

How do you support South Bay schools?

“We offer school-specific Family Science Nights and typically make a contribution directly to that school’s PTA. We have donated the value of more than $20,000 of

our classes for auction at local school fundraising nights. We continually look for ways to partner with PTAs and administrations of our local schools.”

Do you offer camps?

“We offer Spring Camp and Summer Camp. Last summer we offered 54 Summer Camp classes for children from kindergarten through eighth grade that completely sold out. We are greatly assisted by our 70+ high school volunteers.”

What do you offer for high school students beyond volunteering?

“One of the best-kept secrets in complementing a high school resumé for college admissions is a science-based independent research and study experiment. Our independent research projects are done in teams, generally of two to four students. We have master’s degree-level mentors who work weekly with the students to keep them on track and act as a sounding board as well as a safety supervisor.

We have heard from many of our high school graduates who are now in some of the top colleges in the U.S. that it was their independent research science projects that were the topic of their collegiate interviews.”

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HARRY TOM FAST FACT Harry Tom has been a teacher for 22 years, teaching middle and high school students in both public and private schools.

Owner/Director Mathnasium of Downtown Torrance 1103 Sartori Ave., Torrance 310-328-MATH (6284) mathnasium.com/downtowntorrance

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athnasium is a math-only learning center where experienced math tutors utilize The Mathnasium Method™ to deliver a customized learning plan for each student. Owner Harry Tom has worked in the education field for nearly three decades and started Mathnasium of Downtown Torrance in 2008.

What do you love about working with children?

“I love seeing children grow in their knowledge about themselves and the world they live in. The most satisfying moments are when students move from a place of struggle to a place of success, a place of tears to that moment of breakthrough, a place of feeling lost to that place of 'aha!'”

What would you like kids and parents to know about your business?

“We exist to help your child take it to the next level in math.

We desire to come alongside each student, family and school as a partner in the learning process. We strive to foster a lifelong 'love' for math. We are your Common Core Math solution."

How does your business make our community a better place for children?

“By providing a safe, engaging and supportive environment to learn math. The Mathnasium A+ symbol is recognized in our community as the place to go to get help and get ahead in math. Recent testimonials from our happy families describe how 'tears' have turned into 'cheers.'"

What motivated you to start a kid-focused business?

“I heard about the Mathnasium opportunity while listening to the radio, made a call, visited the center and immediately knew this was something I can do. I was blessed with a teaching job as well, and continue to do both—so I am with students all day long.”

In what ways do you provide a family-friendly workplace for your team?

“Our downtown Torrance team is a ‘family.’ Through the years our staff included family members, colleagues from the school districts I have taught in, former students that are now enrolled in credential programs and former Mathnasium students who are now in college. We consider all of our students as one big Mathnasium ohana.

What does it take to be the best in the business?

“A genuine love for math, but more so a genuine love for students.”

What’s most rewarding about your work?

“Seeing the light bulb come on and shine bright, seeing staff grow and develop into educators, and having a positive impact on our family members and the community of South Bay.”

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eninsula Heritage School was founded in 1961 by a group of parents seeking an outstanding academic program with character education for their children. Today this nonprofit has expanded from its own property to include a Middle School campus. The school serves 120 students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

What is unique about Peninsula Heritage School? “‘Happy Kids Learn More’ typifies our school, and this concept has been scientifically proven through many studies. Parents visiting our beautiful campus consistently remark that Peninsula Heritage students and teachers are HAPPY! Within this safe, positive environment, the children’s capacity to learn soars. Our power-packed curriculum—using a personalized approach to education—delivers unmatched academic success and builds the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.”

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What is personalized instruction, and how does it compare to differentiated instruction?

“Peninsula Heritage School has offered differentiated instruction for many years before it became the current buzz word in education. With our small class sizes—each with a teacher and associate teacher—our students work at one or even two grade levels ahead in certain subjects while still benefitting from the socialization of their same-aged peers in all other subject areas and at recess and PE. However, our school’s personalized instruction goes much deeper. We provide experienced faculty for very small groups of extremely advanced students. We offer specialization for children who are in need of instructional adaptation, and we also provide students with differing learning styles the opportunity to succeed with a modified curriculum.”

26944 Rolling Hills Road (Main Campus) 26825 Rolling Hills Road (Middle School Campus) Rolling Hills Estates 310-541-4795 | peninsulaheritage.org

What do kids love most about your school?

“Parents report that their children wake up eager to come to school each morning. These students look forward to a curricular experience that is filled with interactive, hands-on learning opportunities in the classroom as well as in theatre arts, music and PE.” What would you like kids and parents to know about your school?

“Our Character Education Program has been an integral part of the school since its founding. We focus on the character qualities of caring, respect, attitude, gratitude, self-control and perseverance.

When prospective students visit our school, they relish the warm welcome of our Head of School, Patricia Cailler, and our faculty. They hear about our Outdoor Education Programs, feel comfortable in our inclusive classrooms, and love our indoor and outdoor Science Lab.” S P E C I A L A DV E RT I S I N G S E CT I O N

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FAST FACT

This year Peninsula Heritage School opens its new Middle School Campus for grades 7 and 8 across the street from its Main Campus.

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ALL ABOUT KIDS FAST FACTS Dr. Summer and her husband, Matt, have three children ages 8 and younger.

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ummer Orthodontics is an orthodontic practice specializing in creating perfect smiles for children and adults. Dr. Summer and her team help patients with a wide range of orthodontic issues, such as crooked teeth, crowding, spacing, protrusion, narrow arch, over-bites, under-bites, cross bites and deep bites. They employ the latest in cutting-edge technology, such as invisible braces, metal braces and clear braces. Dr. Summer completed dental school at UCLA in 2001 and has been specializing in orthodontics for more than a decade. She opened the practice on June 21, 2010—Summer Solstice, of course!

What would you like kids and parents to know about your business?

“We LOVE working with kids! We have worked hard to create an atmosphere that is not only stress-free but also a fun place to be. It is not uncommon for kids (and parents) to comment on how good it feels to visit our office. In addition to the popular iPads, there are always activities and contests available for extra fun.”

What benefits do children gain from the services your practice provides?

“The beautiful smiles we create provide a life- time of confidence to our patients. This confidence carries over into every aspect of their lives. We are so grateful for the opportunity to have such a powerful impact. We take great pride in helping our patients become the best they can be.”

What’s most rewarding about your work?

“The most rewarding aspect of my work is seeing the pride and confidence that a beautiful smile brings. My goal is to create smiles that generate lots and lots of compliments for my patients.”

What do you like to do for fun, when you’re not at work?

“Spending time with my family is what I like to do most. I also enjoy Pilates, yoga, cooking and travel.”

Tell us about your family.

“I married my husband, Matt, here in Manhattan Beach in 2007. We have three children—two wonderful daughters, Ahnika, 8, Tegan, 5, and Briggs, 21/2. It is a very exciting time for our family!”

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PALOS VERDES HIGH SCHOOL

FAST FACT Palos Verdes High School offers 25 athletic teams and more than 100 extracurricular activities and clubs.

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alos Verdes High School serves more than 1,700 students in grades 9–12. The school received a California Distinguished School Award in 2004 and 2009, as well as a Gold Ribbon Award in 2015 recognizing their college counseling program.

What are the most important skills for people who want to work successfully with children?

“Dedication and commitment to your students are the keys to being successful in the work of education. As the principal, my decisions are always guided by what is in the best interest of our students, their academic achievement and emotional well-being. I strive to know all of the students on campus, so I make it a practice to be visible and engaged with our kids both in and out of the classroom, at school activities and events.”

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How would you describe yourself as a principal?

“I feel like it is not about me as the principal.

It’s the dedicated teachers, the compassionate counselors and hardworking classified staff that make all of the difference on our campus. I know how important it is to surround myself with the right administrative team so we can work together in the best interest of our students.”

What would you like kids and parents to know about your school?

“At Palos Verdes High School, we strive to create a family-like atmosphere that encourages both excellence and balance for our students in their academic, athletic and extracurricular pursuits. It is critical that we guide each individual student to his/her best postsecondary goal, as we truly believe there is a college that fits every student.”

600 Cloyden Road, Palos Verdes Estates 310-378-8471 pvhigh.com @PVHS_Seakings How do you encourage parent involvement?

“Parent involvement is an integral part of the success of our school. We have an amazing Booster Club, and our PTSA is also very active. Both of these phenomenal parent groups collaborate with our school team to ensure that we are offering the best high school experience to our students.”

What do kids love most about your school?

“Our students are passionate about being a part of the Sea King family. We have indomitable spirit for our school and take great pride in the accomplishments of every student. It is important that we offer our students a tremendous high school experience. We strive daily to make that happen on our campus.”

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FUSION ACADEMY SOUTH BAY 1601 Pacific Coast Hwy, Suite 260 Hermosa Beach 310-376-5139 | FusionSouthBay.com

FAST FACT Fusion is accredited by AdvancEd and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

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usion Academy is an accredited private middle and high school for grades 6–12. The educational experience features one-to-one classrooms that are completely customized and self-paced, and course material is presented in ways that suit students’ individual interests, strengths and challenges. Extracurricular groups and activities are offered on a regular basis. Fusion has been part of the South Bay since 2011, and most students and families come from this community.

What do kids love most about your school?

“Students tell us they love working

one-on-one with our teachers who also act as mentors. Classes proceed at the student’s pace and learning style. Our teachers do not have to spend time managing a classroom of 20 to 30 students so they really get to know each student and can help support them academically, socially and emotionally.”

Does your school support charitable organizations that help children?

“Last spring we held a spectacular event called Arts, Beats ‘n Eats. Students performed music and poetry and shared amaz-

ing artwork and photography created here in our art studio. We auctioned off some of the artwork and photos and donated the proceeds to the Pediatric Cancer Foundation.”

How do you encourage an active lifestyle for your students and their families?

“We take advantage of our fantastic beach location and offer surf and paddleboarding as a P.E. option for our students. We also have a yoga studio on-site where students can take one-on-one yoga classes and really reap all the benefits that yoga has to offer.”

IDYLLWILD ARTS ACADEMY 52500 Temecula Road, Idyllwild 951-659-2171 | idyllwildarts.org

FAST FACT Idyllwild Arts Academy will host a 70th Anniversary Celebration at Club Nokia in LA on April 16. See idyllwildarts70th.org for more info.

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ow in its 70th anniversary year, the Idyllwild Arts Foundation operates Idyllwild Arts Academy as a residential arts high school serving approximately 300 students in a small mountain town above Palm Springs. Students take college-preparatory academic classes as well as arts classes.

What would you like kids and parents to know about your school?

“Our academic teachers and arts faculty provide a first-class education. But our students also educate one another, bringing their hearts,

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minds, perspectives and tireless curiosity to Idyllwild from all over the U.S. and the world.

They develop lifelong friendships while being constantly enriched by the awareness that the same work of art can make a radically different impression on a different set of eyes or ears.”

How does your school make our community a better place for children?

“In many high schools, learning takes a back seat to peer pressure concerning what students look like or who their friends are. But Idyllwild Arts attracts students who do not pressure

one another to suppress their individuality— instead, they encourage each other to discover themselves.”

What do kids love most about your school?

“We believe that trying and failing are necessary in order to develop tolerance and independence and to grow as a person. Our community stands proudly in favor of taking risks and working hard, and this enables every child here to create his or her own story. This creation takes place in a natural setting whose unspoiled beauty has made it sacred to the local Native American peoples for many centuries.”

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MODERN, ARCHITECTURAL MASTERPIECE DESIGNED BY LEGENDARY ARCHITECT PATRICK KILLEN. Located in the American Martyr’s neighborhood, just above downtown and the MB Pier, this home gracefully juxtaposes solid and transparent volumes under a dramatically cantilevered roof. The facade is composed of alternating cubes of cool, blue-tinted glass and warm, reddish-brown mangaris elegantly accented by an open air deck off the living room with spectacular views of Palos Verdes, Catalina and Malibu. The stunning open floor plan features a home theater & entertainment area, a private back patio w/BBQ off the office, and a gourmet kitchen thatis finished with wenge cabinets, Viking appliances and bright caesarstone counters. Additionally, the master suite + master bath inlcudes an oversized bath/shower combo and a separate glass enclosed sitting area with ocean views for peaceful reading and relaxing.

4 bedrooms | 6 bathrooms | 4,254 sq. ft. | 3-car garage 610 12th Street Manhattan Beach | cubesofcoolblueglass.com | OFFERED AT: $6,750,000

310.594.5705 | John.Bathurst@VistaSIR.com BathurstCoastalProperties.com REALTOR®, CalBRE# 01977487

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25420 PRADO DE AMOR THE OAKS AT CALABASAS OFFERED AT $3,399,000 WWW.THEAGENCYRE.COM/FOR-SALE/25420-PRADO-DE-AMOR-OAKS-CALABASAS/

Magnificent New Millenium premier Reserve 3 situated on a beautiful corner, full privacy and incredible appeal. Originally built out with nicely tailored game room, bar and lounge to nearly 7200 sq ft, this estate measures at one of the largest homes in The Oaks at Calabasas; 24 hour gate guarded, this property is rich in Italian inspired upgrades and finishes, nicely appointed flooring, beautiful bathroom upgrades, built out walk closets all compliment the spacious and well scaled living areas and bedrooms; the grounds have mature landscaping, travertine tailored pool and spa; built in bbq center and bar; custom patio cover with surround sound. this private estate offers it all and situated in the highly acclaimed gates at The Oaks of Calabasas with incredible community amenities.

20600 CHATSBORO, WOODLAND HILLS OFFERED AT $3,200,000 | WWW.CHATSBORO.COM Woodland Hills South of the Blvd. Westchester County 24 Hour Guard Gated Premiere Estate. This beautiful Mediterranean opens to a grand 2-story foyer with crystal chandelier and boasts 8,615 sf on a 33,371 sf lot. The home includes 7 bedrooms, 9 baths, six fireplaces, formal dining and living rooms plus 2 large family / entertainment rooms. Master Suite includes large bath with shower, sauna, and his and her walk-in closets. Huge kitchen with center island and breakfast area, butler’s pantry and granite countertops. Marble and parquet floors. Pool, spa and gazebo in beautiful entertainer’s yard. Large 4 car garage (1200 sf) plus ample covered parking in driveway. Amazing city and mountain views.

LEONARD RABINOWITZ 310 552 8200 | www.TheAgencyRE.com/LRabinowitz | Cal BRE# 01496421

EMIL HARTOONIAN 310 990 0063 | TheAgencyRE.com | CalBRE# 01796925

JACK FRIEDKIN 310 552 8200 | www.TheAgencyRE.com/JFriedkin | Cal BRE# 01975592

12800 SARAH ST, STUDIO CITY

7044 SCARBOROUGH PEAK DR WEST HILLS

OFFERED AT $1,365,000

OFFERED AT $775,000 | WWW.7044SCARBOROUGHPEAK.COM

This tasteful updated 4 bedroom Tudor style home is tucked behind mature hedges, with an automatic fence for total privacy. With vaulted ceilings and six skylights, the house is flooded with tons of natural light that contrasts beautifully with the new dark wood floors. The newly remodeled kitchen features an 8 foot island, subzero refrigerator, Viking cook-top and custom slow close cabinets/drawers. Other impressive features include, an updated den with charming built in’s and an inset TV over the fireplace. French doors lead out to a lush grassy yard, with built in BBQ area perfect for entertaining. Upstairs the enormous master bedroom has beautiful wood shutters, a decorativefireplace and a large bathroom with a glass enclosed shower and separate Jacuzzi tub. Down the hall there are two additional bedrooms with shared bathroom, perfect for the kids. Located in prime Studio City this quintessential family home is ready to move right in!

What a privileged place to raise your family and entertain your friends in this lovely single story 3 bedroom Westhills home. Everyone will gather in the large, open, updated Kitchen for drinks and conversation. While the chef will never want to leave this paradise with beautiful new cabinetry, the expanded family room creates that coveted “Great Room” with lots of natural light. The irresistible flow continues past the French Doors to the covered patio, which overlooks a flat grassy, private yard, and has a multitude of fragrant fruit trees. Play with your kids on the Swing set, fire up the built-in Lynx BBQ and then relax in the 8-person spa. You’ll love the new stained bamboo flooring, the wood-burning fireplace in the living room, and the double pantry system. Finally, the remodeled bathrooms with sleek, luxurious materials. It doesn’t get any better than this. Quiet neighborhood with the best local schools.

Views that calm and inspire. The perfect place to start and end your day.

MICHELLE SCHWARTZ 424 230 3716 | TheAgencyRE.com/MichelleSchwartz | CalBRE# 1889141

CRAIG KNIZEK 424 230 3718 | TheAgencyRE.com/CraigKnizek | DRE# 01377932

LAST BUT NOT LEAST

“The only thing that is constant is change.”

– Heraclitus

Gary Sweeney at his childhood home in Manhattan Beach.

“I

am not a South Bay native. That said, I was able to completely relate to the Sweeney House photo installation in Manhattan Beach. This is a celebration of family, community and memories that transcends our locality. The moments shared at the house are moments we have all experienced at one time or another within our own histories. It’s easy to lament the days gone by and the specifics of a time and place … but that’s the narrow view. Though the details change, at its heart the South Bay is much more than houses, hotspots and ocean views. It’s about the people who live here.”

Jeff Berting, Southbay contributing photographer

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