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SPORTS ............. 13 Eddie Johnson shares stories at Glencroft
FEATURES ......... 17 Axis for Autism provides access to testing, care
When Kendra was born, her mother Vicki Jensen threw hopeful wishes and private requests out into the universe. She prayed that her daughter would be healthy, strong and independent. Kendra was born with Down syndrome, but Jensen was determined that it would not stand in the way of her daughter having a beautiful, meaningful and fulfilling life. “Kendra was born in Portland, Oregon,” Jensen said. “While our situation was a bit unique, it was also pretty typical. We celebrated Kendra’s first smile, tooth and watched her grow. However, when Kendra was 18
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months old, I made the decision that I needed more family support, so we packed up our stuff and moved to Bend, Oregon.” Celebrations continued, and having family around offered the support that was needed. As the years went by, Kendra attended public school and graduated from high school. Although she attended the Life Skills and after-school Transition Co-Op programs for two years, she was often left to her own devices and spent nearly a year without any type of supportive programming. SEE KENDRA PAGE 3
Kendra, center, was born with Down syndrome. Originally from Oregon, she moved to the West Valley for special programming. Here she is pictured with her stepdad Ron and mother Vicki Jensen. (Submitted photo)
Phoenix Rescue Mission transforms life of local woman BY JORDAN HOUSTON
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After becoming homeless at age 11, a Glendale woman is sharing how the Phoenix Rescue Mission helped her land on her feet. Sylvia Stocking reached out to the faithbased nonprofit group, which offers essential aid to “vulnerable Valley residents,” roughly four years ago, she recalled. The mother of three contacted PRM’s Glendale Works program, a partnership with the city of Glendale that “paves a path to employment” for homeless citizens through fivehour paid work shifts performing landscaping and beautification projects. Stocking said the opportunity has not
only transformed her life by offering a source of income but also a Glendale apartment and a means to build her future. “If people put the time and legwork in and utilized these resources — there is no reason people should be homeless anymore,” Stocking expressed. Stocking has since landed employment at an airport. She also submitted an articles of organization form, a document required by the state to establish the creation of an LLC within the state of Arizona, and paid a fee to obtain her business license for landscaping, she shared. And she attributes all of her newfound success to the Phoenix Rescue Mission, as well as its programs and partnerships.
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“Just being able to shut the door behind me at the end of the day, and with all of the nonsense outside, I could just close the blinds — it brings peace of mind,” Stocking expressed. “Even when I was out there, honestly, I got an umbrella, and nobody is going to rain on my parade.” PRM provides “Christ-centered, life-transforming solutions to persons facing hunger, homelessness, addiction and trauma.” The nonprofit stated there are more than 7,000 homeless men, women and children in Maricopa County. Programs include the Hope for Hunger Food Bank, the Changing Lives Center for Women & Children, Mission Sharing and SEE MISSION PAGE 4
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With zero options available, Kendra was bored. She wanted to move out on her own and attend college. Honoring Kendra’s wishes, Jensen helped her daughter move into a group home. She was excited about being independent and attending special programming during the day. “Unfortunately, Kendra’s hopes didn’t match up with reality,” Jensen said. “She spent her time cutting and pasting pictures out of magazines. If she wasn’t doing that, she was watching a movie. It got to the point where she just didn’t want to go anymore. In addition, her living situation was less than ideal. There were so many things wrong with it, and we had to bring her home.” It was a tough situation. Like many parents of children who have intellectual disabilities, they discovered few options for Kendra to be social, make friends, learn, grown and thrive. Jensen wanted her daughter to be strong and independent, but the outlook was dismal. Then fate stepped in. After sharing her frustrations with others and doing a bit of research, Jensen learned that Arizona had a number of organizations that offered the promise of special programming to promote independence. They made plans to visit Phoenix and scheduled interviews and tours. “We left Kendra at home,” Jensen said. “We didn’t want to get her hopes up.” After touring a couple options, Jensen visited One Step Beyond, a school that provides programs that empower adults who have intellectual disabilities to become independent, employed, and socially involved in their communities. Life skills programs help participants strengthen independent living skills, emphasizing money management, functional literacy, social skills and safe community access. Employment programs provide training and volunteer opportunities that lead to employment. Recreation and fine arts programs offer music, art, dance and fitness, emphasizing personal wellness. They are also the only community-based day training program in Arizona with a special needs hockey team, the One Step Coyotes.
Kendra earns her certificate in a community college course. (Submitted photo)
“We spoke with Kendra on the telephone and told her we found ‘a college’ for her but if she wanted to attend, she would need to move,” Jensen said. “When we got home, we discovered that Kendra decided to have a garage sale. She had moved her stuff to the ga-
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rage and put sticky notes on the stuff she wanted to sell. When we walked in the door, she said, ‘Pack your stuff. We’re moving.’” The family moved to Phoenix, and Kendra began programming at One Step Beyond. Today, Kendra, 29, is thriving. She has been attending OSBI for four years and has even attended a couple community college classes through the prevocational program. “Kendra loves it and wants to do more,” Jensen added. “She enjoys the culinary program, dancing, karaoke and band. The social part is huge. During Friday Night Fun Night, she gets to go out with friends. This is the biggest part of why we wanted this program.” One Step Beyond has four Valley campuses located in Glendale, Surprise, Peoria and Scottsdale as well as a location in San Carlos, California. More information about OSBI’s innovative programming and services, meaningful employment and volunteer opportunities is available at osbi.org.
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the Hope Coach Mobile Outreach. “They’re (PRM) not trying to force you to do anything,” Stocking explained. “I tried a (previous) program and it didn’t work for me. Then I started going to church with them (PRM) and AA meetings with them, and they showed me how to be sober. Places like rehabs, they don’t go out of their way like that.” Among those programs is Glendale Works. Glendale Works strives to help participants overcome “insurmountable, life-controlling problems by offering them the opportunity to earn real wages and connect with services.” Through five-hour work shifts, individuals are paid a cash day rate to conduct beautification projects and perform landscaping duties throughout the “blighted areas of Glendale.” The work also gives neighborhoods a cleaner and safer appearance. Stocking emphasized Glendale Works offers a “hand up, not a handout.” She claimed she gained a sense of dignity and self-worth throughout her
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Stocking’s grit and perseverance stems from a rocky childhood, she disclosed. Her mother abandoned her in a park when she was 11, she added. “I kind of had a big setback from the jump. A bunch of homeless people finished raising me,” Stocking said. “When the rescue mission started doing Glendale Works, it showed me that it is possible to get sober and live normally. They kind of took me under their wing quite a bit and showed me how to live life like a sober, normal Sylvia Stocking, once homeless, landed on her productive member of society feet thanks to the Phoenix Rescue Mission. would.” (Photo by David Minton) “Because all of the people at experience. the park wouldn’t show me how to file “It’s showing me how to be a better your taxes or drive — I wouldn’t be person,” Stocking shared. “Everyone here if it weren’t for them or the Justice has the same opportunity, but not ev- Center,” she continued. eryone has the same obstacles. I don’t Stocking is living comfortably in her have family, so my support group has new Glendale apartment and looking been the support center and it definitely forward to continuing her development fulfilled the position. It is greatly ap- and growth, she shared. preciated.” Stocking has several job opportuni-
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Obstructive sleep apnea can be life-threatening BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Lack of restful sleep is often caused by obstructive sleep apnea, leading to increased risk for heart problems and other health conditions. National Sleep Awareness Week is Sunday, March 13, to Saturday, March 19, when outreach efforts help educate the public about the dangers of disrupted sleep. Common signs of sleep apnea can include frequent loud snoring and gasping for air during sleep. Excess body weight is present in more than 60% of the patients referred for a diagnostic sleep evaluation. An estimated 26% of adults age 30 to 70 have sleep apnea. Several treatment options exist including Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP). A procedure now offered at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus provides an alternative to the masks and hoses of CPAP machines. The Inspire Upper Airway Stimulation system is a pacemaker-size device that works from inside the body and with the patient’s natural breathing process. It delivers mild stimulation to key airway muscles to keep the airway open during sleep. “Many with sleep apnea don’t even know they have a problem. Obstructive sleep apnea can be a potentially life-threatening condition,” said Dr. Richard Pearlstein, an otolaryngologist on the medical staff at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus. For example, heart disease and obstructive sleep apnea can be a killer combination. Sleep apnea treatment may help control blood pressure, reduce the risk of major cardiac events, and reduce incidence and recurrence of atrial fibrillation. While CPAP is often successful, studies show that many users eventually stop using it. Inspire provides an alternative for those who do not want or cannot tolerate wearing a CPAP. The Inspire system includes a small nerve stimulator implanted under the skin similar to a pacemaker. Users can turn it on or off with a handheld remote
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State moves in wrong direction on health card BY J.D. HAYWORTH
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When Dwight David Eisenhower said farewell to public life in January 1961, he noted the rise of the “conjunction of an immense military establishment and a large arms industry.” Eisenhower warned the American people that “we must guard against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought” by what he labeled “the military-industrial complex.” While Ike’s historic description and warning endures, his farewell address sounded an additional cautionary note about another worrisome faction. Six decades later, that less-heralded admonition has proven remarkably prophetic. “We must also be alert,” President Eisenhower said, to the “danger that public policy itself could become the captive of a scientific-technological elite.” Two years after Dr. Anthony Fauci persuaded President Trump that our nation faced the prospect of a dangerous pandemic from COVID-19, it is
painfully obvious that Ike’s concern of six decades ago became our own bitter reality. What began as “15 days to slow the spread” morphed into a much longer and sustained effort to establish “Fauci-ism.” As our nation’s highest-paid bureaucrat, with a salary of $417,608 in 2019, Fauci obviously believes that he should have power equaling the status of his paycheck. After all, he makes more than the president! Outpacing that generous sum from the taxpayers is Dr. Fauci’s oversized ego, demonstrating the “fine for me but not for thee” inclinations of the Washington elite. When challenged on his policies by other health experts, the frustrated Fauci channeled French King Louis XIV, attempting to shut down the essence of scientific inquiry, by claiming that “his” science alone was valid. “I represent science,” he boasted. (“L’Etat c’est moi,” anyone?) Even before Dr. Fauci’s veracity began to unravel, Florida Gov. Ron De-
Santis cast a wide net in seeking advice on the public health measures that should be taken in his state. Eisenhower’s assertion was the catalyst that prompted DeSantis to prioritize vaccinations and care for seniors, embrace innovative treatments such as the use of monoclonal antibodies, and reopen Florida for business and travel as well as public education. “The job of the statesman is not to subcontract out your policy to help bureaucrats,” he said. “The job of the statesman is to lead. … So many governors over the last two years would simply defer to help bureaucrats because it was a safe thing to do politically.” Gov. Doug Ducey hasn’t always done the wise thing politically when it comes to combating COVID, and it appears he’s now poised to take the Grand Canyon State over the edge when it comes to individual rights and health records. The business magazine “Forbes” recently featured this headline: “A National Vaccine Pass Has Quietly Rolled Out — And Red States Are Getting On Board.” Arizona is among 21 states, along
with D.C. and Puerto Rico, that offer the SMART Health Card, a verifiable digital proof of vaccination. “Forbes” reports that “having digital access to personal health records empowers the individual,” and that’s why Arizona wants its residents to “get SMART.” But instead of empowering individuals, the so-called SMART card puts more power in the hands of government, because it would allow government to control—and in some cases, deny— the freedom of travel to its citizens. A “pass?” No. In reality, a national vaccine passport. Of course, Florida is not among the 21 states who want to use “SMART cards.” Ducey, the Legislature, and other Arizona leaders should follow Florida’s example. SMART cards are not “what the doctor ordered.” Well, maybe one certain doctor. J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10, Phoenix, from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 1995-2007.
Neighbor’s suicide leaves regret, questions in its wake BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist
The white house sits across the street from the window fronting my desk. Not much distinguishes the place from the rest of the block where I moved two weeks ago. Four orange trees, their trunks painted white, line the east edge of the driveway. The side gate has a sign that reads “Beware of the Dog” in faded orange letters. On the porch sits a white pot sprouting a metal replica of a sun-
flower. The flower’s bright yellow adds a little cheer to the scene, but this is not that kind of story. I met the woman who owned the house once, a few days after I moved in. I was unloading the last of my boxes. She walked over from across the street and introduced herself as Linda. She looked to be approaching 80, and blunt in the way people of a certain age can pull off. “It’s a nice street,” she assured me, with a hard glance that seemed to
suggest I had better keep it that way. I learned Linda had lived in the small white house for decades, beside Carolyn, her best friend and forever neighbor. There was rarely traffic on the block. Dogs barked on occasion. I told her my name. Then my phone rang. It was a work call I needed to take. We said goodbyes and I thought nothing more of it for a few days, when I came home to a street full of police cars and an ambulance. The low white house had police crime scene tape blocking the driveway. Officers milled about. Carolyn, the forever neighbor,
sat on her porch talking into her phone. I could see her shoulders heaving. The sergeant running the scene met me in the street. He had little to say except there had been a death. Now a death investigation was happening. I asked whether there had been a crime. He said he didn’t think so, that it looked like an older woman, the home’s only occupant, had taken her own life. No, not with a gun. It appeared she had hanged herself. “That’s sad,” was the best I could do. “Very sad,” he agreed. A thought ocSEE LEIBOWITZ PAGE 11
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Have you been taking many road trips lately? Hmm. Maybe not. Now that gasoline is around $4 a gallon, it appears we’re all trying to find ways to drive less. Some gloomy TV news commentator had the nerve to suggest that we’ll be paying $5 a gallon by summer! I’m sick of hearing how the price of petro in Europe is expensive, but no one seems to complain like us Americans. We don’t live in little villages with trains running through town. Some of us drive in one year what a person in Europe will drive in their lifetime! We live in sprawling communities and have many places to go. Our lives take us down many roads (literally) and we seem to need at least two vehicles per family. Now we’re rethinking our overpriced gas-guzzling trucks and SUVs. Yes, it’s the perfect time for drivers to think small, compact and maybe electric. I drove a Volkswagen Beetle when I was in my 20s, and I think I’d faint if I had to get behind the wheel of such a little car. Going back to “tiny” is a pretty hard stretch. Besides, we love carrying “out stuff” around in our vehicles. Tools, folders, files, boxes, sporting equipment, doggy cushions, child seats, are only a few of “things” that we love to keep in our cars — not to mention the kids and pets! I heard a politician point a finger into a news camera and say, “Americans should just be happy.” Hey, I take issue with that statement. How could anyone be happy when you know that
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curred to me: “I guess she might have been lonely.” A couple of visitors have come and gone from the house since that afternoon, and I have looked for excuses to bump into Carolyn from the house next door, to ask if there’s anything I can do. Each morning, I glance through the obituaries, to see if there might be more to Linda’s life — loved ones left behind, a memorial service scheduled, a charity where one might pay tribute. Possibly, that’s the reporter in me, wanting to know “the rest of the story,” as Paul Harvey used to say. But more likely, it’s the human being in me, the new neighbor who wishes he hadn’t answered his phone, who regrets not being warmer, who wonders how he might have made some small difference.
This is magical thinking, I suppose. The world may feel small today, with everyone in each other’s business on Facebook, on Twitter, online, but the truth is, we have never been more isolated. Buried under the outward self we show the world, the #blessings and proclamations of gratitude, each of us has endless hidden nuances, stories we take pains to keep locked away. Now I write a story about a neighbor no longer here to read it, while I stare at the house she left vacant and wonder what happened behind those closed curtains, that front door with the iron security grate. So it goes. We are here until we’re not, and sometimes we take the rest of the story with us.
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NASCAR, Truex Jr. return to Phoenix Raceway
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Glendale Star Staff Writer
After successful runs in 2021 at Phoenix Raceway, Martin Truex Jr. will return to the venue on Sunday, March 13, for the Ruoff Mortgage 500. “I really enjoy going to Phoenix,” Truex Jr. said. “It’s a fun racetrack, and, honestly, I feel like it gets better every year with age. The racetrack was a blast to race on last year. Hopefully, we can continue the success.” In the spring 2021 race, the 2017 Cup Series champion finished first and won the Instacart 500. He had a strong showing later that fall, finishing second. However, second place felt especially distant on that day, as the championship of the season was on the line.
Martin Truex Jr. will return to Phoenix Raceway on Sunday, March 13, to compete in the Ruoff Mortgage 500. (Submitted photo)
Truex Jr. attributes his success to his chemistry with crew chief James Small, who worked as the lead engi-
neer with his previous team, Furniture Row Racing, during Truex Jr.’s 2017 title run as the lead engineer.
“Coming so close last year, it took a lot to get there,” Truex Jr. said. “I feel like he did a great job all year, and the team did as well. We’re in a great place, and we have a lot of confidence in each other and what we’re doing. We work well together, and I have all the confidence in the world that he’s going to figure this thing out pretty quickly and we’re going to get out there and win some races. I love having him on the team. His work ethic, his determination and his will to win is second to none. That’s what it takes at this level. I’m very lucky to have him and looking forward to hopefully having a great season together again.” The 2022 races are different, as the SEE TRUEX PAGE 14
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PBR unveils team series schedule
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Professional Bull Riders has released the schedule for its inaugural team series. Gila River Arena will host Team Series: the Arizona Ridge Riders from Friday, Oct. 14, to Sunday, Oct. 16, at Gila River Arena. Of the 11 events, eight will be hosted by teams in the league and three will be held at neutral sites. The final of those three neutral site events will be the championship event at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. “The inaugural PBR Team Series season will play out across a very strong collection of cities, culminating in our Las Vegas Championship,” said Sean Gleason, PBR’s chief executive officer and commissioner. “Each stop on the schedule will be a real happening, with plenty of fun events for fans and opportunities to come together to rally around their team. It will be exciting to watch each local fan base grow.” The season will be as follows: Monday, July 25, to Tuesday, July 26 • Neutral site; Cheyenne Frontier Days, Cheyenne, Wyoming
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Friday, Aug. 5, to Sunday, Aug. 7 • T-Mobile Center, Kansas City • Home team is the Kansas City Outlaws Friday, Aug. 12, to Saturday, Aug. 13 • Neutral site, Honda Center, Anaheim Friday, Aug. 19, to Sunday, Aug. 21 • Bridgestone Arena • Home team is the Nashville Stampede Friday, Aug. 26, to Sunday, Aug. 28 • Moody Center, Austin, Texas • Home team is the Austin Gamblers Saturday, Sept. 3, to Monday, Sept. 5 • Thunder Ridge Amphitheater, Ridgedale, Missouri • Home team is the Missouri Thunder Friday, Sept. 9, to Sunday, Sept. 11 • LJVM Memorial Coliseum, Winston-Salem, North Carolina • Home team is the Carolina Cowboys Friday, Sept. 16, to Sunday, Sept. 18 • Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma • Home team is the Oklahoma Freedom Friday, Oct. 7, to Sunday, Oct. 9 • Dickies Arena, Fort Worth, Texas • Home team is the Texas Rattlers Friday, Oct. 14, to Sunday, Oct. 16 • Gila River Arena • Home team is the Arizona Ridge Riders Friday, Nov. 4, to Sunday, Nov. 6 • T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas Championship Information on ticket sales will be announced soon. The PBR Team Series Draft, during which teams will determine their rosters, is Monday, May 23.
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Eddie Johnson shares stories at Glencroft BY ZAKKARY BROG
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want them to wake up and say, ‘OK, boom. This is another great day. I’m going to have fun. I’m going to put the full 24 in, and I’m going to make this the best day.’ Because, ultimately, we’re all going to leave, whether we like it or not. Now, it’s just enjoying what time you have. For me, coming to talk to older generations is something that I strive to do.” Johnson’s faith plays a large role in his task to share his message. “I think God has a mission for me. I fell, and I fall down like everybody else,” he said. “But, I do know why I’m here. I know God is in my life. I know he guides me. Obviously, I disappoint him at times, and I let him know. But I don’t just let him know by saying it; I let him know by my works. Going out and being
Eddie Johnson spent 17 seasons playing in the National Basketball Association, including a tenure with the Phoenix Suns. He hosts the “NBA Today” show on SiriusXM and has been a TV voice for the Suns for over 20 years. While his legacy as a basketball player is well known, it does not tell the full story of the man. Johnson paid a visit to the Glencroft Center for Modern Aging to share parts of that story with residents. His message focused on never giving up, no matter what life throws at you. Johnson is grateful that he could share his message with others. “I just love talking to people,” Johnson said. “I love motivating, because I know how blessed I was in life and to even be at this point. But, I’m Eddie Johnson hosts also infatuated with the fact the “NBA Today” that people actually want show on SiriusXM to hear what I have to say. and has been a TV I think that drives me, and voice for the Suns because they are interested, for over 20 years. He recently visited I want to talk. I just talk for Glencroft. (Submitted a living. I’ve talked since I photo) came out of the womb. I just believe now that my calling is just to have an impact on people, because I think I’ve gone through a lot in my life.” Johnson particularly enjoys speaking to seniors, which is why he jumped at the chance to speak at Glencroft. “Especially older people — that’s who really drives me,” Johnson said. “If you have me break down the categories of people that I talk to, it’s the older generation. When you’re on the other side of 50, on the other side of 60, you start counting. I just don’t want people to count. I just
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athletes are driving the new Next Gen car, which replaced the preview car that was used from 2013 to 2021. For all drivers on the grid, it’s a new obstacle to overcome. “It’s been a lot of fun to race with it so far,” Truex Jr. said. “It’s been a learning process. We haven’t had a whole lot of practice with this new schedule. You’re kind of stuck with what you show up with. The guys have done a good job throughout the winter in preparation, working on simulation, and just trying to narrow down the options of what we can do. Coming up with a good kind of baseline to start with.” Truex Jr. has been focused on more than the race, as he helms the Martin Truex Jr. Foundation. He and his partner, Sherry Pollex, founded it in 2007, starting it as a way to help children in need. In 2014, Pollex was diagnosed with stage 3 ovarian cancer and the couple refocused their mission to raise awareness, boost advocacy and generate financial support for underfunded can-
cer initiatives specific to childhood and ovarian cancers. “We just try to do everything we can to raise a lot of money so we can put it to work,” Truex Jr. said. “We had our first Catwalk for a Cause down in Daytona before the Daytona 500. That went really well. I’m not sure how much money we raised, but it was neat to have that event. A lot of people from the industry were there. We got to show them what our foundation is all about. Proceeds from that will be going to build a new integrative clinic right there in Daytona at Advent Health. That’s our latest project, and something we’re really proud of. It’s going to do a lot to help women battling cancer like Sherry is.”
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courteous to people, motivating them. But, also, not forgetting that I need to get to know him better as well. … I just can’t believe it. I come from the inner city of Chicago. I always say to myself, ‘Why me?’ I saw so many friends pass away, killed, go to jail, succumb to drugs, and I always ask, ‘Why me? Why did I get through?’ It just falls back that this is my path that God set for me. Because of that, I push, I work, I try to make people smile. I meet people. I try to give people as much time as I can. It disappoints me sometimes when I am in a rush and people want to get my attention. But, that’s just the way I am. I love to motivate. I love to talk.” Glencroft resident Edell Rowe attended Johnson’s talk. She related greatly to what Johnson had to say. “He spoke about not giving up and to keep trying to find that one thing that excites you that you want to do,” Rowe said. “Since I’ve come to Glencroft, I’ve been able to be involved in art and work with people in art. That’s made
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Mon & Tues in March One-on-One Consultation
Meet with Amy K. Nichols oneon-one Mondays and Tuesdays in March to discuss writing advice and manuscript reviews. Glendale Public Library, virtual, 4 to 6 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays, free, glendaleazlibrary.com
March 10 Igniting Your Writing Engine
Writer’s block is tough. This shows practical ways to get the cranial engine running and how to manage a plan to keep it going. Glendale Public Library, virtual, 6 to 7:30 p.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com
March 11 Movies by Moonlight
Watch “Moana” and learn how to hula during Movies by Moonlight. Heroes Regional Park, 83rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road, Glendale, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., free, glendaleaz.com
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The Glendale Star publishes on Thursday. The weekly calendar — a listing of entertainment events such as concerts, theatrical performances, events for tar schools, churches, county parks and nonprofit groups — runs every issue.
Events must be open to the public to be considered and generally must be held within the Star’s coverage area, which is in the city of Glendale. Weekly calendar items print on a space-available basis. The only way to guarantee that an item will print is to purchase an advertisement. Submissions must reach our office by 4 p.m. Thursday to be considered for the following Thursday publication. Submissions must be in writing and may be emailed to Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, christina@timespublications.com.
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For two days, the PBR U.S. Border Patrol Invitational will feature the toughest athletes trying to earn points and climb the world leaderboard. Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 6:45 p.m. Saturday and 1:45 p.m. Sunday, tickets start at $34, gilariverarena. com
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Collector cars from high-profile collections and individual offerings that stand out as headline-worthy attractions have been added to the lineup for Glendale 2022, Mecum’s fourth annual auction at State Farm Stadium. The auction will feature an estimated 1,500 classic and collector vehicles on offer along with approximately 200 pieces of road art and memorabilia. State Farm Stadium, 1 Cardinals Drive, Glendale, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., $20 in advance online, mecum.com
March 17 Lego Mania
Grab the kiddos and build Lego masterpieces at Foothills Public Library. Kids ages 3 to 12 years old can work together in groups or solo. Glendale Public Library-Foothills Branch, 19055 N. 57th Avenue, Glendale, 4 to 5 p.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com
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The R&B-flavored Moe Flavour, which includes Lawrence Ross and saxophonist Bryne Donaldson, entertains at Westside Blues. There’s a two-drink minimum per guest. Westside Blues and Jazz Night Club, 17045 N. 59th Avenue, Suite 104, Glendale, 6 p.m. to 1 a.m., ticket prices vary, westsideblues.com
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The Sugar Art Expo is Arizona’s largest sugar art show that will feature over 40 exhibiting vendors. During the expo, create with the hands-on sugar art classes and watch live cake decorating competitions. Glendale Civic Center, 5750 W. Glenn Drive, Glendale, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., tickets start at $27, glendaleciviccenter.com
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Have a thoughtful conversation with fellow members of the community facilitated by Renee Kirschner. Bring home ideas and experiences. Glendale Public Library, virtual, 10 a.m. to noon, free, glendaleazlibrary.com
All levels of acoustic artists are invited to the Glendale Public Library to jam out to bluegrass, country, folk and gospel. Glendale Public Library, 5959 W. Brown Street, Glendale, 1 to 3 p.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com
The first 5,000 fans receive the second limited-edition hat, courtesy of Gila River Resorts & Casinos in the Local Artist Hat Trick Series on Los Yotes Night. The hat, designed by local Xicana and Native American artist Lucinda “La Morena” Hinojos, and the night will commemorate the vibrant and proud Chicano culture in Arizona. Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 7 p.m., tickets start at $12, gilariverarena.com
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Anaheim Ducks at Arizona Coyotes
Where Stories Come From
Bring a notebook and learn how to grow an idea. Glendale Public Library, virtual, 4 to 6 p.m., free, glendaleazlibrary.com
Vancouver Canucks at Arizona Coyotes
Fans can revel in the return of former Coyotes players Oliver Ekman-Larsson and Conor Garland, both of whom now play for the Vancouver Canucks. They take on the Coyotes at 7 p.m. Gila River Arena, 9400 W. Maryland Avenue, Glendale, 7 p.m., tickets start at $12, gilariverarena.com
Friday, April 1, 2022 | 8:00 am – 2:00 pm Midwestern University dentists and students will provide free dental services for U.S. military veterans who are unable to afford care. Services may include exams, cleanings, x-rays, fillings, crowns, extractions, or implant consultations. Please bring a copy of your Arizona driver license with veteran designation, DD214, or other discharge document.
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Mecum Auctions return to State Farm Stadium BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Mecum Auctions, the world’s largest collector car auction company, returns to State Farm Stadium from Wednesday, March 16, to Saturday, March 19, for its fourth annual auction in Glendale, with an estimated 1,500 vehicles and nearly 200 pieces of road art and memorabilia items to be offered. Among the highlights is a pair of Ford GTs, the first being a 2006 Ford GT (Lot R160) that was previously owned by NFL Hall of Famer John Elway. Cloaked in yellow with the optional black stripes and a black interior, the GT is offered at no reserve with just 232 miles on the odometer. The other is a 2020 Ford GT (Lot R305) that is finished in Triple Yellow Tri-Coat with Shadow Black overtop stripes — an optional color scheme that costs $17,500 — and shows just 1,270 miles on the odometer. Other main attractions include a Ferrari Classiche-certified 1967 Ferrari 275 GTB/4 (Lot R322), S/N 9495 and
Scaglietti Body No. A0037, with a correct 3286cc four-cam V-12 engine that is believed to be one of only two spare engines produced by the factory; research suggests that it was mounted on the chassis in the late 1960s. The Glendale auction will additionally feature a 1929 Duesenberg Model J Murphy Convertible Coupe (Lot R430), J-142/2165, that was the recipient of an AACA National First Prize and ACD Category 1 certification, and it’s powered by a 420/265 HP Lycoming inline eight-cylinder engine and three-speed manual transmission. The auction will also be highlighted by several private collections, including the Hooked on Vettes Collection of 13 top-shelf Corvettes from collector Michael Brown featuring a 1954 Chevrolet Corvette Roadster (Lot R103) that is one of four finished in black, a 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Split Window Coupe (Lot R106), a 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible (Lot R109) with a matching-numbers 427/435 HP
Tri-Power V-8 and a 2020 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe (Lot R115) with just 1,639 miles and the Z51 package, to name just a few. The collection will also feature a truly impressive selection of nearly 200 large-scale neon signs ranging from neon advertising for dealership and automotive brands to restaurants, gas stations, radios and more. The Mile High Collection will bring a Ford- and Shelby-heavy selection to the Glendale auction block, ranging from a 1969 Shelby GT500 Fastback (Lot R138) and a 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Fastback (Lot R136) with the 428 Super Cobra Jet and Drag Pack, to a 2020 Ford Shelby Signature Series (Lot R162) with just 103 miles on the odometer, the Elway GT (Lot R160) and more. The collection isn’t limited to Fords though, as it also packs a punch from the Mopar stables, including vehicles like a 2020 Dodge Challenger 50th Anniversary Limited Edition (Lot R146) and a 32-mile 2021
BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF The ninth annual Hike for Hope, Rocking through Grief, benefiting Billy’s Place, is set for 8 a.m. Saturday, April 2. It will start and finish at Copper Hills Church near Sunrise Mountain, 27035 N. Black Rock Road in Peoria, and will feature therapy animals, music, raffles and other activities. All hikers will start at the registration table between 8 a.m. and 10 a.m.
They will then move through the activities and the self-guided hike with their group at their own pace. The closing ceremonies and raffle winners will be announced in person at 11 a.m. Advance registration is required to ensure a T-shirt; however, participants can register until the start of the hike. Sponsorship opportunities are available for the event as well. The Glendale-based Billy’s Place is
a safe community for grieving kids and families in the West Valley. Several free peer support/education groups are offered for children ages 3 to 30 and their family members. The groups are open to those who have experienced the death of a mom, dad, brother, sister or primary caregiver. Participants take part in activities that are designed to help them discuss death through their play, art, storytell-
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Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat (R145). Bidder registration for Mecum Glendale 2022 is available in advance online at mecum.com and on-site at the auction for $200, and it includes admission for two to all four auction days. For those unable to attend in person, enhanced remote bidding options are also available, with options for both online and telephone bidding.
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Ninth annual Hike for Hope benefits Billy’s Place ing, music and talking. “Our community has been so supportive of Billy’s Place while helping those who are struggling with grief,” founder Juli McGreal said. “This hike is such a great way to be outside, enjoy time with family and friends, and memorialize your special person.” To register for the Hike for Hope, Rocking through Grief, visit billysplace.me.
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Axis for Autism provides access to testing, care BY ALLISON BROWN
Axis for Autism’s onehour evaluation feels like play to children but uses multiple scientifically validated diagnostic tools. (Submitted photo)
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Axis for Autism is helping families awaiting an autism spectrum diagnosis to be seen sooner, allowing for faster access to life-changing therapies. The platform has found a way to combine “tech and touch” to streamline the process of getting a diagnosis for children, youth and adults. Without it, families could be waiting for over a year and paying thousands of dollars out of pocket. “Currently, the way things are working is typical people would go see a psychologist to get an evaluation, and oftentimes the wait times are over a year,” said Christine Ehrich, founder and CEO of Axis for Autism. “Some families can afford $2,500 out of pocket to pay for an evaluation, but if you want to use your commercial insurance or Medicaid plan, it’s a crazy long waitlist. So, it’s really hard for families to get in and do what they need to do for their child or their adults. There aren’t enough providers, and there are thousands of kids waiting. It’s not a great situation for Arizona.” With its new model, Axis for Autism cuts the wait time down to fewer than 60 days. The company can conduct up to 500 evaluations a month. Some providers charge up to $4,500 for screenings and don’t accept health insurance, but Axis for Autism is covered by commercial insurers and Medicaid. For those needing to pay cash, the cost is $1,700. The process starts once an intake form is filled out online or a physician makes a referral. Ehrich said someone from the company will call within 48 hours and do a free screening. From there, if deemed appropriate, an in-person evaluation will be done in one of its three offices in Central Phoenix, Glendale or Tucson. The evaluation is done by a psychologist and typically takes about an hour. Within two weeks of the evaluation, the psychologist
will reach back out to the family via Zoom to go over the results and talk about the next steps, such as medication or therapy. One of the ways Axis for Autism can shorten wait times is by enlisting a large network of psychologists. Enrich said some are full time, some are part time and some even may have their own private practice but offer to contribute 10 or 12 hours a month just to help. Most psychologists want to help, according to Ehrich, and Axis for Autism makes it easier by not having specific requirements for time put in; anything they can contribute helps. The platform is also popular with psychologists because it uses technology to help with the paperwork so they can do more of what they love. “Previously, it would take five or six hours for a psychologist to do the
report,” Ehrich said. “Through our technology and with the psychologists using that, it only takes them an hour. It just makes everything faster, and it allows them to work at the top of their license, which they really like.” Because of its vast network of psychologists, Axis for Autism can also pair patients with someone who is specialized in working with their age group or particular needs for a more personalized experience. So, how does all this really make a difference? Ehrich said the biggest impact comes from gaining access to therapy. Once patients receive a diagnosis, they aren’t just checked off the list. The psychologist will do a “warm handoff” to therapy, which helps get the patient in more quickly and ensures the therapist is matched to the family’s needs.
More than getting people into therapy, Ehrich said Axis for Autism is also in the process of monitoring the outcomes of therapy, to see what physicians or what treatments seem to work better. While this is still in the works, it will eventually ensure those with autism spectrum disorder get the best care available to them. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, autism spectrum disorder affects about 1 in 44 children in the United States. In Arizona, the average age of diagnosis is four years and 10 months, but one of the goals of Axis for Autism is to get that down to 2 years old for better outcomes. Ehrich said getting into therapy earlier can have a much bigger impact than most people realize. “If you can get a diagnosis early, around 2 years old, you can significantly impact the short- and long-term outcomes for your child,” she said. “The brain is very neuroplastic when you’re 1 1/2 or 2 years of age, and if you get therapies on board, you can make a huge difference in your child’s life. So, it’s really important to have access to testing early on in the process.” Axis for Autism is all about access — making sure everyone has access to the care they need in a timely manner and for a reasonable price. In fact, Ehrich said accessibility is one of the reasons the company wanted to have the Glendale office. “Glendale is 40% Latino, and a lot of times when people are getting an evaluation, there is a language barrier, and we really need someone who speaks the language or can interpret, so we have bilingual staff at every one of our offices,” she explained. “We’re very committed to helping everyone, and I think that’s something that’s not been available. There have been both economic disparities as well as ethnic disparities.” For more information, visit axisforautism.com.
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Mentally managing the current Ukraine crisis Last week, I met for lunch with a good friend from Ukraine. His family moved from Ukraine to the United States in 1992. “Vlad” was 11 years old. My friend’s name is Vladimir Prosperity. With financial help from an American relief program for those worldwide who are persecuted for their religion, they came to America. Their religion was Christianity. “Vlad” grew up in the Northwest part of America. He started in sixth grade in an American school. Eventually, He married a Ukrainian wife, and they now have six children. They own a construction company in Glendale named Dynamite Inc. Like any family, they have their challenges. Still, their faith in Jesus Christ and their determination and character have taken them from the “outhouse” to the “penthouse,” at least by Ukrainian standards. That’s the American dream. I wanted to hear firsthand from “Vlad” about what was going on in Ukraine at this time. His first comment was, “We are praying.” I thought to myself, “That’s a great place to start.” He told me true stories about the bravery and resistance of many Ukrainians, some of which you may have seen on the news. But with 40 miles of tanks, trucks and Russian soldiers bearing down on Kiev or Kyiv, the capital city, no one knows what will happen, at least at the time of this writing. In Ukraine, “the gathering storm” has morphed to “into the darkness.” Unless the Lord stops this conflict or Russia shoots itself in the foot because of logistical incompetency, the Russian war in Ukraine threatens to topple democratically elected governments. Furthermore, a Russian victory may
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result in a human tragedy for millions of Ukrainians. The confiscation of their money, assets and wealth accumulated throughout a lifetime of labor may disappear overnight. I saw you readers gulp at that statement. Me, too! How would you like to deal with the emotional garbage of everything you worked for years goes into some “dictators gone wild” pocket? Isn’t it interesting how one man or woman in a strategic place can determine the fate of millions of people? Joseph Mattera wrote this about the power of one leader. “Some news outlets have reported that Putin has isolated himself and lives in his ego-centric world. Many of Russia’s people disapprove of Putin’s actions as thousands have been protesting his attack on Ukraine. Putin is just another example of the power one leader can exert over their nation and the entire world. “On a positive note, we could also see how one man or woman could positively impact millions of people. For example, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s heroic stand against Russia inspires billions worldwide. I would not be surprised if Time magazine named him the person of the year for 2022.” Here’s a great illustration about the one person and the gathering storms of today’s world. It’s called Winning the
Dorm Hall Battle by Jeff Etsch. He explains how to win a dorm hall battle in a university. “Someone would start a fight by throwing cold water on a hallmate headed to the bathroom, to class, or headed out on a Friday night date. It all started in good fun but then escalated quickly. As the hall divided among alliances, soon people emerged from their rooms, joining one side or the other or just participating in the mayhem for the sake of mayhem. All in good fun and everyone sticking to the rules of a water fight. Everyone, that is, except my roommate. “If Dave was around, things got interesting — quick. Dave was always willing to escalate to the point that no one else was. At first, this included introducing weaponry other than water. Next, ketchup, mayonnaise and mustard entered the fray. Then, when others followed suit, out came the BB-gun, and people ran for their rooms. “No one else would go to the BB-gun level, so Dave became king of the roost, and everyone knew it. His priority, after all, was winning. How? That was irrelevant. He escalated the fight to whatever level necessary to win. It was all about power and ruling the dormitory hall. “I love my college roommate, but I believe this vignette illustrates how the enemies of liberty operate today. They are willing to go quickly where lovers of liberty and the law-abiding citizens will not.” Note: Dave worked with different principles, priorities and purposes than the other dorm residents. Don’t expect the Daves of the world to go by international law or character core values. We should know this by now. Freedom
does not mean “free to be dumb.” With liberty comes responsibility. Why did Dave rule the roost? No one was willing to pay the price to say, “No, you can’t do that and back it up with action.” An Arabic Proverb says: They asked the Pharoah, “What made you a tyrant?” He said, “No one stopped me.” Thank God for the Ukrainians who didn’t roll over and say, “Whatever,” or, “Where’s my safe space?” If you don’t fight for what you want, don’t cry for what you lost. So, how can we mentally manage the Ukrainian crisis? As the world shakes, realize you don’t need to shake. Pray for Ukraine for strength and protection. Pray for Ukraine’s president. God is in control. Realize that God is working for good behind the scenes for His purposes. God is revealing the intentions of the Daves of this world to all the world so we can see them for what they are. Also, I encourage you to check your foundations. Foundations crack when the weight of a crisis increases. Jesus said, “Therefore whoever hears these sayings of Mine and does them, I will liken him to a wise man who built his house on the rock; and the rain descended, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house; and it did not fall, for it was founded on the rock” (Matthew 7:24-27). You see, it’s not the load that matters; it’s how we carry it that matters. Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. He has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. He may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.
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Bellevue Heights Church hosting shred-a-thon BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Bellevue Heights Church is hosting a shred-a-thon from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, March 11. Premier Document Shredding will be on hand to shred documents. Boxed items accepted for shredding include old tax documents and medical records; old checks, bank statements and financial records; and papers with
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Student Chronicles BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Bryce Lee Johnson of Glendale graduated with a Master of Education from South Dakota State University in Brookings, South Dakota. Ethan Crabb and Lindsay Gerle, both of Glendale, were named to the Biola University dean’s list. Crabb’s major is undecided, while Gerle is majoring in psychology. Biola students are placed on the dean’s list to honor those with a GPA of 3.6 or higher while enrolled in 12 or more credits and whose cumulative GPA is at least 3.2. The university is in La Mirada, California. “Inclusion in Biola University’s dean’s list is reserved for students who demonstrate exceptional performance in their academic studies. This honor signifies
hard work, engagement and investment in scholarship,” said Tamara Anderson, associate provost of academic effectiveness and administration. “These attributes are the building blocks of continued success, not only in the classroom but in the workplace and in the students’ personal lives. We celebrate these students and their achievement and look forward to their future accomplishments.” Biola University is a nationally ranked Christian university in Southern California. Abby Wilkes of Glendale was named to Clark University’s fall 2021 first honors dean’s list for Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts. This selection marks outstanding academic achievement during the fall 2021 se-
Know of a student doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email christina@star-times.com. mester. Students must have a GPA of 3.8 or above for first honors or a GPA between 3.5 and 3.79 for second honors. Founded in 1887, Clark University is a liberal arts-based research university.
2021. This is a distinction earned by students whose grade-point average is 3.92 or higher. Ndayikengurukiye, the son of Edouard Nyandwi and Grace Sindihebura, is a 2021 graduate of Camelback High School.
Olly Baker of Glendale earned a Master of Arts in teaching degree, majoring in integrated social studies education, from Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.
Brynn Wingham, a sophomore at Bethel University in St. Paul, Minnesota, has been named to the dean’s list for academic excellence for the fall 2021 semester. She is the daughter of Eric and Shannon Wingham of Glendale. The dean’s list honors students who achieve an outstanding scholastic record during a semester with a gradepoint average of 3.6 or greater.
Jimmy Ndayikengurukiye of Glendale was named to the dean’s list at Bates College in Lewiston, Maine, for the fall semester ending in December
Peoria USD students compete in patriotic speech contest BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Four Peoria Unified students emerged as first-place winners in the district’s 35th annual Patriotic Speech Contest held on March 3. The students competed in front of their peers at their school sites earlier in the spring semester. They then advanced to the district-level competition, where they delivered their presentation in front of an esteemed group of judges. For the contest, fifth and sixth grade students delivered a 2- to 3-minute persuasive speech on one of several topics patriotic in nature based on a prompt. Seventh and eighth grade students prepared a 3- to 5-minute persuasive speech on patriotism. The top Patriotic Speech Contest winners in the fifth and sixth grade SEE SPEECH PAGE 21
David Sandoval, the Peoria Unified Governing Board president, congratulates Joey Garcia, the Patriotic Speech Contest first-place winner in the a.m. session. He attends Oakwood Elementary School. (Photos courtesy of the Peoria Unified School District)
Seth Bucher of Santa Fe Elementary School is the first-place winner in the a.m. session of the Patriotic Speech Contest.
Grayson Goss from Canyon Elementary School was the first-place winner in the p.m. session of the Patriotic Speech Contest in the fifth and sixth grade division.
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Jeovanni James, center, from Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School was the first-place winner in seventh and eighth grade p.m. session. Here, he is pictured with the patriotic speech judges Lori Billings, retired Peoria Unified School District third grade teacher; Sally Datria, ELA curriculum and instruction coach; Monica Ceja Martinez, Arizona Council on Economic Education director of operations and former PUSD Governing Board member; and Mary Carlson, math curriculum and instruction coach.
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division were Joey Garcia, Oakwood Elementary School, first-place winner in the a.m. session, and Grayson Goss, Canyon Elementary School, first-place winner in the p.m. session. The top Patriotic Speech Contest winners in the seventh and eighth grade
division were Seth Bucher, Santa Fe Elementary School, first-place winner in the a.m. session, and Jeovanni James, Sahuaro Ranch Elementary School, first-place winner in the p.m. session. Video highlights from the Patriotic Speech Contest will be available on the district’s website by April 1.
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ROOFING LLC COMMERCIAL AND RESIDENTIAL
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602-743-3175
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The Glendale Star
7301 N. 58th Avenue, Glendale AZ 85301
March 10, 2022
(623) 237-7100
gesd40.org
ENROLL NOW FOR THE 2022–2023 SCHOOL YEAR GESD Kindergarten Registration events happening in March 2022
Cindy Segotta-Jones, Superintendent
Desert Spirit – Thursday, March 10 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Glendale American – Tuesday, March 22 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Glendale Landmark – Tuesday, March 22 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Coyote Ridge* – Wednesday, March 23 from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. William C. Jack – Wednesday, March 23 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Discovery – Monday, March 28 from 3:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. Horizon – Tuesday, March 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Sunset Vista – Tuesday, March 29 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Did you miss our registration events at Bicentennial South, Desert Garden*, Glenn F. Burton, Harold W. Smith Schools earlier this month? Not to worry! You can register online now at bit.ly/GESDregistration. *Due to Governing Board approved School Mergers/Repurposing and Boundary Changes, Kindergarten registrations currently taking place at Coyote Ridge and Desert Garden will be for GESD40.org Discovery, Challenger, and/or other assigned schools based on the 2022-2023 GESD Boundary Grid. For questions, please contact (623) 237-7100.