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TABLE OF CONTENTS PUBLISHER’S PAGE

FROM TEE TO GREEN

10 Back to School!

32 How Good is Your Alignment

CALENDAR 12, 14 August. 2021

FEATURE STORY 16 Dance Theatre:

Excellence in Dance Education

COMMUNITY NEWS 18 Life, Liberty, & The

Pursuit of Happiness

CAN DO KIDS 20 Students Collect More

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Broward Education Foundation Launches Back to School Supply Drive For Broward Schools Students

FROM THE STATEHOUSE 36

Wishing Everyone a Wonderful End of Summer & a Great Start to the New School Year

MESSAGE FROM THE COMMISSION

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37 August Message

22-26 OUR CITY’S Back to School Guide

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28 Bullying Awareness

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39 Meet “Jameson”

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Back to School!

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After the final bell of the school year rings, children from across the country anxiously head home, often looking forward to trips abroad, excursions to the beach, local “staycations” or time at summer camps. This year was a bit different than most. Many students have not attended in-person classes for more than 18 months. This year, the transition back to school will be unlike any other. Most local kids return to school on August 18th this year.

Like vacation options, the number of after-school programs has exploded. There is a myriad of activities and opportunities from which families to choose. Parents also have more choice in how their kids are educated today.

Rather than simply dropping a child at the local bus stop, parents now decide between their local public school, charter schools, private schools, or online learning. Having so many choices can become overwhelming.

If your family is like ours, you might not have everything planned just yet. Have no fear; Our City is here to help! Check out Our City’s Back to School Guide in this month’s issue. It contains helpful information on the best preschools, private schools, and educational programs in the area. We have included almost every afterschool activity you can think of. The material is curated to provide our readers with a valuable guide to help them get ready for the new school year.

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Bring the family and dance the night away to the sounds of Flakey’s Gang!. The Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre in Parkland will be set up for a socially distanced good time. The FREE outdoor concert will be accompanied by a wide variety of Food Trucks. Social distancing between groups is requested. Visitors are encouraged to bring blankets & lawn chairs. 7:00-9:00 pm at the Pine Trails Park Amphitheatre in Parkland. For more info visit www.cityofparkland.org/eb

Coral Springs Museum of Art for happy hour on the second Wednesday of each month.

Art, music, mingling, beer/wine and more are in store. Come as you are or dress for the mess if you feel like creating your own free MIXed Media Art project! This event is for everyone 21+. Grab your crew and MIX and Mingle at the Museum! 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm, 2855A Coral Springs Drive.

AUGUST 7 Rent Set in the East Village of New York City, Rent is about falling in love, finding your voice and living for today! Winner of the Tony Award for Best Musical and the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, Rent has become a pop cultural phenomenon with songs that rock and a story that resonates with audiences of all ages. Presented by the talented aspiring young performers of Next Stop Broadway’s Teen Theatre Project. This is theatre at its best – exuberant, passionate and joyous.

AUGUST 11 Shake Your Tail Feathers Join dancer and choreographer Percy Nelson to learn how to tell your story through dance. Hip-Hop encompasses many different urban dance styles such as popping, locking, and breaking, as well as freestyle movement to give students the opportunity to develop their own sense of style. This Hip Hop class will teach rhythm, coordination, musicality, and choreography. Participants will be challenged to think on their feet — enjoying a high-energy, fast-paced dance class while having fun. At the Northwest Regional Library, 3151 N University Dr., Coral Springs. 2:00pm-3:00pm, register at www.broward.libnet.info/event/4901109

AUGUST 7 South Florida Family Life’s Back to School Event Get ready for school with Family Life’s Back to School Event, sponsored by Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital. There will be arcade games, train rides, bungee jumping, and so much more! Plus Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital will be on site to give out information on the health and safety of going back to school this year. 10am-6pm at Coral Square Mall, 9469 W Atlantic Blvd.

AUGUST 10 Disney’s Frozen Kids: Summer Theater Camp Production Watch 6-9-year-old campers star in this delightful adaptation of Disney’s beloved animated film. In the Kingdom of Arendelle Anna and Kristoff set off on an adventure to find Anna’s sister Elsa and save the Kingdom. The show will be performed at the Amaturo Theater at The Broward Center for the Performing Arts at 6:00 pm. For tickets & more info visit www.browardcenter.org

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AUGUST 28

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Kids ages 3-12 are invited to the Pine Trails Park fishing pier in Parkland to show off their skills. This FREE event is available to all with prizes to the biggest fish! Participants should bring their own fishing supplies. 8:00 am - 11:00 am at the Pine Trails Park in Parkland. For more info call 954757-4107

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AUGUST 21 Are You Ready for Some Football The Miami Dolphins will host their first preseason game of the 2021-22 season at the Hard Rock Stadium. Preseason games are a great way for families to enjoy the NFL game-day experience without having to pay regular season prices for tickets. Come watch first round draft picks Jaelan Phillips and Jaylen Waddle get their first taste of NFL action!

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For nearly thirty years, Dance theatre has been an industry leader in children’s dance. However, when Covid-19 arrived, health and safety concerns prevented all students from participating in their regular activities, including dance students. True to form, Dance Theatre adapted to the “new normal” in spectacular fashion, and kept its students dancing throughout the pandemic.

Dance Theatre's X-treme Team (DTX) posed with all of their awards from the Inspire National Finals in Nashville, TN

According to Dance Theatre’s owner Michelle Gerlick, the past eighteen months have given rise to the worst, but also the best of times for her dancers. “When Covid19 required us to temporarily discontinue all studio classes, my teachers and I had to learn how to conduct classes online. It was no simple task. We had hundreds of classes, involving thousands of dancers, and we had to ensure that everyone could access the proper “meetings”. When it was finally

deemed safe to return to the studios, we knew we had to do everything possible to protect the health of our dancers. First, we installed Reme Halo air cleansing systems in all HVAC units at every studio. They kill over 99% of all coronavirus particles, including Covid-19. Next, we divided our dance floors into six foot boxes to provide adequate social distancing. Finally, we established guidelines concerning masks, temperature stations, and sanitization.”

Wondering whether all of these efforts worked? They did! Not only did Dance Theatre emerge from the depths of the Covid-19 pandemic without an outbreak, but there wasn’t a single case of transmission resulting from its’ class activities. Not a single one.

“I’ll be honest.” Michelle continued “There were many days where I broke down and cried. I was worried about my students, their families, my family and friends, my business.

But an amazing thing happened along the way. I realized just how special the bonds we’ve created at Dance Theatre really are.

I witnessed how much we mean to our families, and in turn, how much they mean to us. When we asked them to Zoom, they did. When we were forced to film recital in small masked groups, they showed up and dazzled. When we invited them back into the studios, they ran in smiling, thrilled to be together. We’ve all lost so much through this ordeal, but we’ve gained something too. We’ve gained a greater appreciation for one another, for the precious gift of life, and for the privilege of seeing and instructing our amazing dancers. I’ve never been more inspired to continue doing what I love, and make Dance Theatre the greatest school on Earth.”

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Dance Theatre Company (DTC) performing at Universal Orlando

For those of you unfamiliar with Dance Theatre, it offers a truly comprehensive program where dancers ages 3 through adult, beginner through advanced, can take classes in every possible discipline. They include the basics, like ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, hip hop, acrobatics, musical theater and pointe, as well as specialty classes like strength and flexibility, leaps and turns, etc.

In addition, dancers who excel and aspire to become professionals also have options.

First, they can join Dance Theatre’s performance company, DTC. This year they will perform the halftime show at the Dolphins vs. Jets game, Miami Heat basketball games, and travel to New York City to open the 95th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

In addition, the best dancers may be invited to join Dance Theatre’s elite competitive team, DTX, where they can travel to local, regional and national conventions and hone their skills against the best from other schools. DTX just returned from the Inspire National Championship in Nashville, Tennessee where the team brought home several top awards in virtually every category, with seven of their pieces chosen for the Inspire No Limits Challenge. Way to go girls!!!

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If you are interested in joining Dance Theatre, there are several ways. First, you can visit their web-site, www.dancetheatre.net, choose your location, view the Fall Schedule, and register online at any time by filling out the simple form. Second, you may call the studio at 954-427-7217 (for the Parkland location in the Publix Center on 441 & Holmberg Rd.) OR 954-340-1544 (for the Heron Bay Publix location on Coral Ridge Drive) and speak to someone today. Finally, if you prefer to register in person, you can visit the studios during our Fall Registration Hours Friday August 13th from 5:00pm – 7:00pm & Saturday August 14th From 9:00am – 11:00am. Better hurry though, classes fill quickly!

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his year Independence Day was even more significant for the residents of Lauderdale West. The seniors living in the Plantation community have felt isolated during the pandemic especially since all their activities and celebrations were canceled due to COVID-19.

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“As soon as people were getting their shots they started asking about July 4th,” said Lauderdale West’s Steve Taylor. “We have a long tradition of celebrating the holidays together here.”

So just last month, Taylor was thrilled to organize and announce the highly anticipated annual July 4th luncheon. About 150 residents donned their festive red, white, and blue garb and headed to the community’s main ballroom for a patriotic celebration featuring music, dancing, and plenty of food. Hamburgers and hot dogs with all the trimmings filled their tummies and conversations and laughter with friends and neighbors once again filled their hearts.

“I’ve known a lot of these people for years,” added Taylor. “It’s just great to see them out and about again.”

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With five locations, nearly 3000 students, cases full of trophies and a handful of Our City Readers’ Choice Awards, it is no wonder Dance Theatre is a favorite of local families. In the twenty years that Dance Theatre has operated under the direction of Michelle McGrath-Gerlick, her students have been invited to perform at some of the most prestigious venues, including the Summer Olympics, the Super Bowl, the Pro Bowl, The Orange Bowl, The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, The London Grand Christmas Parade, and more.

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Parkland International Music Academy musicparkland.com 754-777-6372

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Lets get ready for some football! The Parkland Rangers Youth Tackle Football and Cheer Program is dedicated to providing a positive and enriching environment for both the children and the parents. One of the things that makes them different from most Youth Football clubs is their “Must Play” rule. In the end, they want the boys and girls of Parkland to develop the skills necessary to not only succeed in team athletics, but also in life. The program is comprised of 6 football team divisions and 6 cheerleading squads. The season starts soon, so act now!

At School of Rock, students learn guitar, bass, vocals, keyboards, and drums. The school combines weekly private music lessons and group band rehearsals to prepare students to take the stage in front of live audiences in an authentic concert setting

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The Wow Factory has over 50+ games and attractions for all ages. From Bowling to Laser Tag to elevated ropes courses to the Wow Mountain climbing wall, they have fun and exciting activities for everyone who want to feel like a kid again. They have birthday party packages, bowling plans and attractions for every member of the family.

STUDENT ENRICHMENT Kumon Math and Reading Center kumon.com 954-603-9050

For more than 60 years, Kumon’s after-school academic enrichment program has helped children achieve success worldwide. They strive to instill in children the

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Score at the Top offers part-time tutoring, full-time schooling, courses for credit, test prep, college and grad school planning, and more. As the name implies, they deliver an array of educational services with one goal in mind: to help students do their very best in every aspect of their education. They mentor and effectively help students with personalized education plans. Students acquire skills for today, feed their curiosity, and develop learning habits to support an independent, fulfilling life.

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Coral Springs Preschool coralspringspreschool.com 954-603-2821

Centrally located at the intersection of Coral Springs Drive and Wiles Road, The Coral Springs Preschool is a free standing building nestled under large oak trees with 18 classrooms and a special preschool friendly swimming pool. The school is a court-yard style building which allows for a very secure environment. Their goal is to create a warm, open environment where students feel safe enough to ask questions, explore and seek answers. They challenge every student to surpass his or her own personal best and help them over the hills and through the valleys of these growing years.

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Excelsior Artz Prepatory School excelsiorprep.org 954-721-3471

Excelsior Artz Preparatory School is a Christian school of Academic Excellence that serves students from preschool to 8th grade. It is accredited by the National Association of Christian Education (NACE), is an approved member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and is a member of the Florida League of Christian Schools (FLOCS). The school employs qualified, Christian educators who effectively impart information from their curriculum. The school environment balances competition and nurture, and a program that requires the active support of parents.

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Kiddie Academy kiddieacademy.com 954-684-5437

Every day children’s imaginations grow and their curiosity gathers momentum—Kiddie Academy of Coral Springs empowers and celebrates all of it. Their Life Essentials® learning approach and curriculum encourages children to explore and progress in their own way, and at their own pace. At Kiddie Academy of Coral Springs, your child will grow socially, physically, emotionally and intellectually.

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Mary Help of Christians Catholic School (MHOC) is a vibrant learning community serving students in Pre-K through Grade 8. It is fully accredited by the Florida Catholic Conference, and provides students with a strong educational program rooted in the Catholic faith. The school blends academic rigor with small class sizes, and emphasizes excellence in teaching and learning. Their 26 / August 2021 / OurCityMedia.com

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Parkland Children’s Academy parklandchildrensacademy.com 954-688-5877

Parkland Children’s Academy offers parents a curriculum-based preschool in a family-oriented environment.

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Pineview Preschools pineviewpreschools.com 954-688-9398

Grow. Play. Learn. That is what Pineview Preschools are all about. Pineview strives to maintain a high quality program with low teacher-to-student ratios, allowing teachers to focus on the individual learning styles and needs of each child in their program. They operate their schools according to accreditation standards, not just the minimum standards required by the state. Pineview’s goal is to enrich and enhance each child’s preschool experience, by providing stimulating opportunities for children to explore, discover, play and learn.

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Primary Learning Preschool www.plpparkland.com 954-575-2600

Primary Learning Preschool Parkland is dedicated to quality early childhood education and serving the community since 1996. During this journey Primary Learning Preschool Parkland established itself as one of the most well known and respected childcare/ preschool facility in the area. At Primary Learning Preschool Parkland, they truly believe that care and learning go hand in hand.

The school is located at the intersection for 441 and Hillsboro Blvd which serves Parkland, Deerfield Beach, Boca Raton, Margate and Coconut Creek.

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St. Andrew Catholic School

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St. Andrew Catholic School is a friendly and welcoming place where students are encouraged to do their best each day. Strong faith formation and rigorous academics are the cornerstones of this Catholic elementary school.

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Sweet & Smart Montessori School snsmontessori.com 954-340-7377

Sweet & Smart Montessori is a private and accredited Montessori school located in Coral Springs serving families and children ages 1-6 years old. It is family-owned and operated and features a 4,000+ sq/ft state-of-theart facility. Their large class and outdoor spaces give children plenty of room for academics, play and social development. They offer a preschool and kindergarten program, as well as before-school and after-school care, extracurricular activities and a fun summer program.

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tudents will soon be back in school learning face to face, which may bring apprehension, excitement or a combination of both. I never take education lightly, and I am grateful that, despite the struggles I have faced to get to where I am today, education kept me on that road to success. Education shapes children’s lives, which is why it is vital to continue to ensure our children are safe and feel safe in their learning environment. Here are some essential safety tips to keep in mind as your children head back to in-person learning.

Bullying is an issue that needs to be addressed. According to the National Bullying Prevention Center, one out of every five students reports being bullied. Your children have or will come in contact with bullying, either by experiencing it or witnessing it. Before it happens, it is important to advise your children neither to ignore it nor encourage it. Whether or not your child is a victim or a witness, they must understand the importance of reporting it.

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is a new way to bully someone. Fifteen percent of students were bullied online or through text messages. It is essential to remind your children to think before they post, comment or share. Advise them never to share inappropriate photos, videos, or messages about themselves or other people. Keep your children safe by advising them to keep their accounts private and never give out personal information. Always keep close tabs on what your children are doing on their electronic devices and accounts.

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argie Purtic says that when Guardian ad Litem volunteer Chuck Davidson came to visit the little boy she was fostering, her four biological children would come downstairs, too.

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“He’s like everyone’s grandpa…I’m sure he’s like this with everyone.”

Absolutely he is. Chuck carries a ball in his bag and is always ready to play. He invented the “secret Guardian ad Litem handshake” for a little boy who’d been shaken as a baby and lived in a therapeutic foster home. In his 25 years as a GAL, he’s represented well over 100 abused, abandoned and neglected children in dependency court, specializing in older youths.

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His business background helps Chuck volunteered after him steer young people into hearing about GAL on the radio. careers of their own – and motiHe stayed even after his wife, vates them to get better grades Helene, died of cancer, because in service of their goals. “They she urged him to. “She realized got good jobs after they worked how good it was for me,” he says. with me,” he says proudly.

He also bonds with the fami“Chuck doesn’t only mentor his lies of the children he represents, kids, he mentors our volunteers,” like Erick and Margie Purtic. says GAL Recruiter Kerry-Ann “They are true, genuine people.”

Brown. “He would take them over And it was Margie who wrote a to the courthouse and walk them letter to Kasandra Phillips, the through the steps. He’s instruGAL Circuit Director for Broward mental in our recruitment.”

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Little Michael has now been adopted by the Purtic family.

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Alignment in the Golf Stance At address your body (feet, knees, hips, forearms, shoulders and eyes) should be positioned parallel to the target line. When viewed from behind, a right-handed golfer will appear aimed slightly left of the target.

This optical illusion is created because the ball is on the target line and the body is not.

Foot Position Your feet should start out shoulder-width apart but adjust depending on whether you’re playing woods/long irons, middle irons or short irons.

The feet should be shoulder-width (outside of the shoulders to the inside of the heels) for the middle irons. The short iron stance will be two inches narrower and the stance for long irons and woods should be two inches wider. The target-side foot should be flared toward the target from 20 to 40 degrees to allow the body to rotate toward the target on the downswing. The back foot should be square (90 degrees to the target line) to slightly open to create the proper hip turn on the back swing. Your flexibility and body rotation speed determine the proper foot placement.

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The ball placement in your setup position varies with the club you select.

Your middle irons should be played in the middle of your stance.

The correct ball position for the long irons and fairway woods plus your driver is to be played off the inside left heel.

Keep Your Weight on the Balls of Your Feet Your weight should be balanced on the balls of the feet, not on the heels or toes.

With short irons, your weight should be 60% on the target-side foot. For middle iron shots the weight should be 50/50 or equal on each foot.

For your longest clubs, place 60% of your weight on the backside foot.

This will help you swing the club on the correct angle on the back swing.

The Final Setup Positions Always practice proper alignment out on the driving range by placing two clubs down on the ground parallel to each other after you feel you are properly aligned to your intended target and see how well you are lined up. Better yet, while on the golf course ask your playing partner to stand behind you and see if you are properly aligned. The best way is to take a lesson from your local PGA Professional just on alignment. They are the experts in the game.

PGA Professional Dean Sklar is a member of the Quarter Century Club of the PGA of America, an elite group of members who have served the PGA with honor and pride for 25 years.

If you would like to talk to Dean about your golf game, contact him at Dean@SklarTeam. com or visit Rose and Dean Sklar at Coldwell Banker online at SklarTeam.com

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SCHOOL NEWS

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chool’s never out for Broward Education Foundation. The 501(c)3 charitable organization which is dedicated to serving students and teachers in Broward County Public Schools launched its annual school supply drive with BEFdrive.com to help equip students with the essential supplies they’ll need for the upcoming 2021-22 school year.

Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, more than 200,000 students in Broward Schools were living in poverty, based on qualification and participation in the National School Lunch Program where students receive meals through school at a discount or for free. And 3 students in 4 arrive to class without the requisite school supplies necessary for learning according to

90% of teachers surveyed by the national non-profit Kids in Need Foundation. Covid drastically increased the need for basic school supplies for children in Broward County schools. For these students, school supplies are a luxury.

“Broward Education Foundation remains incredibly responsive to the shifting needs in education within our community,” said Tim Curtin, board chair of Broward Education Foundation. “Last year, we reimagined our annual Back to School campaign into a fully virtual model to follow health protocols and delivered safely sealed individual basic school supply kits to students

throughout the county. It worked so well that we’re continuing this model with even more supplies for each student!"

“Basic school supplies are always in demand, but even more so now,” said Shea Ciriago, executive director of Broward Education Foundation. “It’s vital we do everything in our power to provide students with the tools they need to stay engaged and focused. We are so appre-

ciative of all the individuals and local businesses who step up each and every year to support our resilient students who are so eager to learn.”

Financial donations of any amount go a long way. A gift of just $10 safely equips one student for with the necessities for success. To sponsor an individual student, a class or an entire school please visit BEFdrive.com before August 31, 2021.

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WISHING EVERYONE A PuzzleJunction.comWONDERFUL END OF SUMMER And a Great Start to the New School Year!

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t is so hard to believe that the summer is already slowly coming to an end and that the school year is about to start up again. Last year was such a challenging year for students, teachers, and parents. We are all looking forward to a better and brighter 2021/2022 school year! As we prepare for going back to school, the Florida Legislature approved a 10-day Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday this year to help alleviate the cost of school supplies. The sales tax holiday takes place July 30 - August 9, 2021 and covers a whole range of Back-to-School supplies. For a full list of qualifying items, please visit www. floridarevenue.com.

Broward Public School students return to school on August 18, while teachers, administration, and staff go back on August 11. As we head back to school, please be mindful of the school zones and look out for students crossing the road or riding bicycles to get to school. Please allow yourself extra time in the morning so that you are not in a rush and can be fully attentive while driving. Last legislative session, I co-sponsored HB 229 by Representative Salzman that would study the safety of certain walking conditions for students. Unfortunately, the bill never made it to the floor, but Speaker Sprowl’s office agreed to fund the study. The study will be completed by September 2022 after which the results and recommendations will be reviewed and improvements can be implemented by the State Legislature.

While this study will just provide more direction regarding hazardous walking conditions, each School District still has the ultimate authority to determine hazardous walking conditions and to provide alternative transportation. For more information on school transportation, visit www.browardschools.com/ transportation.

I wish everyone a wonderful rest of the summer and a great start to the new school year. For those of you sending your children off to preschool, kindergarten, or college for the first time, it can be hard. As a mom of two children who are now grown up, I can certainly relate. However, be assured that your child can manage the new situation, and more importantly let them know that you know they can handle it and that you will always be there to support them.

My team and I are always available to help in any way we can. Please reach out to us if we can be of assistance either via email at HDist096@myfloridahouse.gov or at 954-956-5600.

We have an email newsletter we send out on a regular basis with information about District 96 and the legislative process. If you would like to be added to our newsletter list, please email us with “subscribe” in the subject line. Additionally, connect with me on social media to receive timely District 96 updates.

You can find me on Facebook or Twitter @RepHunschofsky or Instagram @ChrisHunschofsky. Looking forward to hearing from you and staying in touch!

Christine Hunschofsky

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CORAL SPRINGS COMMISION AUGUST MESSAGE

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ith August upon us, it’s officially 6:00-7:00 p.m. Residents will be provided “Back to School” season; and with an overview of the city’s budget process, although we are experiencing including how tax dollars are allocated what appears to be the end of the pandemic, and used for city services and operations. we are excited to welcome more “normalcy” Residents can register to participate by in our city and nation. We recognize going visiting, www.coralsprings.org/academy. back to school can be a stressful time for August is also a month that serves parent and students. It may be especially to remind us that the 2021 Atlantic difficult for those who are suffering financial Hurricane Season is still active, and it is hardships, so here in Coral Springs, we are critical for our community to be prepared committed to assisting struggling families beforehand to stay safe. Here are tips to through our Back-to-School Drive. You ensure you and your family are prepared can assist us with providing children in our for this year’s hurricane season: community with a great start to a new school • Make an emergency plan that includes year by making a donation of school supplies. your evacuation zone and make sure Learn more about how you can help, by all members of your household know visiting www.coralsprings.org/schooldrive and understand the hurricane plan.

The Parks and Recreation Department is • Gather supplies ahead of time excited to kick-off free Family Fun Nights at including medication, disinfectant the Coral Springs Gymnasium (2501 Coral supplies, pet supplies, and all Springs Dr.) starting August 11, 2021, from things you deem essential.

6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and every second • Strengthen your home by declutWednesday of the month thereafter. The new tering drains and gutters, bring initiative is meant to bring the community outside furniture inside, and consider together, providing a fun and interactive way investing in hurricane shutters. for residents and guests to engage with one To receive in-real-time notifications another. No registration is required to attend, related to city services affected due to the and participation is free of charge. For hurricane and more information, text the more information about Family Fun Nights, keywords ALERTCS as one word to 888-777. visit www.coralsprings.org/FamilyFun. For more details on how to propAn important priority for us in Coral erly prepare for hurricanes, please Springs is providing a platform for our visit www.ready.gov/hurricanes. residents to raise their voices and be heard.

To maintain this commitment, we will host a ‘Slice of Springs’ community meeting, scheduled for August 12, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

This event gives residents the opportunity to interact with city staff and ask question and concerns related to issues affecting our community. Resident are invited to attend in person at City Hall or join us live on Facebook or YouTube. For more information, visit www.coralsprings.org/slice Committed to providing the community with transparency, on Monday, August 23, 2021, representatives from the Department of Budget and Strategy will host a one-hour budget academy virtually via the video conferencing app Zoom, from 12:00-1:00 p.m. to and in-person at City Hall from

We continue to lend our support to the victims and families of the Surfside building collapse. We are incredibly proud of the men and women of our Fire Department who assisted in search and recovery efforts, as well as the support they have provided regarding the mental health of first responders on scene.

Our August Commission Meeting will take place on the 4th and the 18th at 6:30 p.m. inside of City Hall Commission Chambers. Residents are invited to attend in person or watch on CityTV, Blue Stream Channels 25, 25.7, 725 and on AT&T U-Verse channel 99. Meetings are also live streamed at www.coralsprings.org/citytv If you would like to schedule an appointment with any of your City Officials, please call 954-344-5911. Make sure to follow us on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook!

• Mayor Scott Brook @ CSCommissioner1 • Vice Mayor Joshua Simmons @CSCommissioner4 • Commissioner Shawn Cerra @CSCommissioner2 • Commissioner Nancy Metayer @CSCommissioner3 • Commissioner Joy Carter @CSCommissioner5

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MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

PARKLAND UPDATE

By Mayor Rich Walker

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hen I sat with my family and discussed the idea of running for Mayor more than a year ago, one of the things we all agreed upon was, if I became Mayor, I would always keep learning. Never reach a point at which I felt like I knew enough, but rather always seek to learn more than I now know. So as I continue as Mayor, one of the many things I have learned is everyone is concerned about those things that affect them in very specific ways.

As we enter August and children prepare to return to school for what we hope will be a year that fits our definition of ‘normal’ more than last year, parents are concerned about safety. Will my son have to wear a face mask, will my daughter remember to use hand sanitizer, are the teachers going to take care of my child? All understandable concerns.

So, what concerns me? Well, as a parent, I worry about all the same things you do. But that concern is tempered because I have

seen up close how committed our teachers and principals are to not only teaching our children as effectively as possible, but to ensuring their safety by applying all effective safety protocols.

But as Mayor, I do not have the luxury of just worrying about one thing. I hear from residents who are concerned about home values, I hear from others concerned about athletic field safety, some want more services, others worry about the millage rate, and while some want more children’s programs, many want more senior programming. I worry about all of it. It all concerns me because I know each of these matters are of concern to some of our residents.

It may seem like a lot—and if I am being truthful—it is. But I’m frequently reminded of that conversation with my family. One of the words that was repeated over and over was ‘service.’ My family loves Parkland. That is why my wife and I moved here, decided to raise our children here, and why our kids want to stay here.

So when I had the opportunity to serve

the City we love, my family helped me decide that it was the right thing to do.

None of the worrying, none of the concerns have swayed me from that decision. So if you are considering serving your community—whether in public service, volunteer service, maybe your HOA, maybe helping at church—I would encourage you to do so. There is nothing quite so rewarding as helping others.

If you would like to share your thoughts about public service, or any other topic, I would love to hear from you. I can be reached via e-mail at rwalker@cityofparkland.org or via cell phone at (973) 3901453. Of course, I am frequently available monthly at Parkland businesses and love to talk with residents there. I encourage you to visit the City’s website cityofparkland.org and click on the social media icon you prefer so you can follow us to stay informed on events and helpful information.

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