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Peoria COVID-19 cases continue to rise BY TOM SCANLON

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Rep. Debbie Lesko lives in the Peoria part of the 85381 ZIP code, where, according to the Arizona Department of Health Services, on April 28 there were less than 10 COVID-19 positive tests in 85381. When Lesko went to get tested at a drive-thru Banner Health facility, she entered the neighboring 85382 ZIP code— which has 114 positive cases. The 85382 was one of three ZIP codes in the state with more than 100 cases. “I can’t account for it,” Lesko said of the extraordinarily high numbers. Indeed, the 85381 is nearly twice as high as Glendale 85301, the next highest in the West Valley with 66 positive tests.

In the last month, there were “165 COVID-19-related calls” handled by the Peoria Fire-Medical Department, Deputy City Manager Andrew Granger said at the April 21 Peoria City Council meeting. “Twenty-six confirmed positive, 35 confirmed negative and 104 were unconfirmed, which means they either were waiting on a test or weren’t tested,” Granger said. Granger later said a Peoria firefighter tested positive for COVID-19 last week. Granger did not have an update on his condition. Granger said the total COVID-19 calls he referenced were from March 12 to April 20. He said the city of Phoenix dispatchers who take 911 calls ask questions of SEE 85382 PAGE 2

Deputy City Manager Andrew Granger tells Peoria City Council there were 165 COVID-19-related calls handled by the Peoria Fire-Medical Department in six weeks. (Photo courtesy city of Peoria)

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Sun Valley Elementary teacher Ricky Ordway faces a lawsuit in addition to 24 criminal charges of sexual abuse and molestation. The Peoria Unified School District is also being sued. (Peoria Times file photo)

A lawsuit alleges Peoria Unified School District allowed one of its teachers to openly practice “sexually predatory behavior and grooming.” A year ago, a Peoria Police detective interviewed a teacher named Ricky Ordway at the PUSD office in Glendale. The detective arrested Ordway and charged him with molesting multiple fifthgrade students at Sun Valley Elementary School, near the Peoria and Glendale border. Ordway, 44, faces two dozen charges of molestation and sex abuse, with most of the

crimes allegedly taking place between Aug. 1, 2018, and May 7, 2019. The criminal trial, originally scheduled for this month, was delayed until June 8. Last month, attorneys representing one of the alleged victims and her family filed a lawsuit against Ordway, PUSD and the city of Peoria. “As for monetary amount, we have not demanded anything as of yet,” said Nasser Abujbarah of Phillips Law Group, an attorney representing the alleged victim. The lawsuit holds the district culpable. “Ordway exhibited sexual predator behavior that was obvious to other employees SEE ORDWAY PAGE 3

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the callers to see if they are potential COVID-19 patients. If a patient transported to a hospital tests positive or negative, the city is informed by health officials, Granger said. Granger said the fire department has been responding to three to nine COVID-19-related calls per day, “with a high of 11 on April 11.” The 26 patients transported by Peoria Fire-Medical who turned out to have COVID-19 were from all over the city, not just from 85382, he added. Regarding the high number of cases in 85382, Granger said, “We’re not sure how to correlate that. ... “We don’t have any data internally that says we are having a high number (of calls) in that ZIP code.” As to the high number of COVID-19 cases in 85382, Lesko said, “My guess is it’s maybe the testing site.” Lesko said she was tested at a temporary facility in the parking lot of Christ’s Church of the Valley. While the church has an 85383 ZIP code, there is a Banner Health Clinic on West

Deer Valley Road in 85382, a half-mile from Banner Urgent Care. According to the AZDHS map, “Over 90% of cases were mapped to the address of the patient’s residence. If the patient’s address was unknown the case was mapped to the address of the provider followed by the address of the reporting facility.” Glendale 85303 had 28 positive cases. Glendale 85302 had 23 positive cases. The 85345 ZIP code, which includes part of Glendale, Peoria and Sun City, had 57 positive COVID-19 tests. Peoria 85383, just north of 85382, had 34 positive tests. While the number of positive tests remains puzzling in some ZIP codes, Lesko said businesses in all areas are “hurting.” Since Gov. Doug Ducey’s March 30 executive order forced many businesses to close, Lesko said her 8th Congressional District office, which extends from Avondale/Litchfield Park to Anthem/New River, and includes portions of Glendale and most of Peoria, has been “getting hundreds of calls

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from all kinds of businesses. “Restaurants and hotels—businesses that cater to tourists—are the ones being hit the hardest,” Lesko said April 23 from her Washington, D.C., office. After talking to the Peoria Times, Lesko returned to the House of Representatives floor and voted for a $484 billion coronavirus relief package that targets small businesses and hospitals The bill, which was signed into law by President Donald Trump the next day, restarts a small-business loan program that was swamped by demand and allocates more money for health care providers and virus testing. Lesko tested negative for COVID-19. Last month, when Congress passed the $2.4 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, Lesko sat out the vote, staying at her home in Peoria. “I wasn’t feeling well, and two doctors told me I shouldn’t travel,” Lesko said. After being advised to get tested for the coronavirus, she called the Banner Health COVID-19 test number (1-844549-1851). “I did not identify myself as a member of Congress. They asked my symptoms, I said I had a fever— within an hour I got a text to go get the test,” she said. Lesko said she went to a drive-thru test location in Peoria. “No one was in line, which leads me to believe there is not a shortage of tests,” Lesko said. The next day, a Banner representative called her to say she tested negative. According to a blog post by Arizona Health Director Dr. Cara Christ last week, “anyone who thinks they have been exposed to and could be infected with COVID-19” can now be tested. Previous guidelines made testing only available to those who had symptoms (including fever, cough and difficulty breathing).

With a negative test and no more symptoms, Lesko was able to travel last week and do business in Congress, including her vote for business assistance. “I’m supportive of small business funding—the whole goal is to be able to pay workers so they don’t become unemployed,” she said. “Everybody is hurting.” Lesko was asked her opinion on when Gov. Doug Ducey should lift restrictions and allow nonessential businesses to reopen. “I think that’s a $1 million question,” Lesko said. “I think Gov. Ducey has more insight than I do. Obviously, he made an executive order to reopen elective surgeries, I think that’s a good first step. I’ve been on conference calls with rural and major hospitals in our district. They’ve been getting calls from people upset that they can’t get elective surgeries done—and these are not cosmetic, they’re health-related surgeries. “Hospitals have been complaining they’re not making any money and emergency rooms are not at full capacity; they’re just hemorrhaging money.” Ducey announced April 22 that he was lifting part of his March 21 order and that hospitals and surgery centers can resume elective surgeries May 1. Demonstrators last week demanded Ducey lift all social-distancing restrictions. “I think everybody has the right to demonstrate,” Lesko said. “People are frustrated. I do wish people practice social distancing and wear face masks. ... “Some of the protesters I saw didn’t seem to be 6 feet apart. “But people have a right to do what they want.”

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and supervisors,” the suit alleges. “Employees/agents of (PUSD) observed Ricky Ordway ‘flirt’ with students between the ages of 9 and 10, buy them expensive gifts, have them sit on his lap and exhibit other behavior that no rational educator could deem as anything other than highly, grossly, inappropriate behavior.” The suit claims the district was “negligent in the supervision and retention of Ricky Ordway” and PUSD staff “failed to use reasonable care and were negligent in the supervision and training of its employees to identify and report sexually predatory behavior and grooming.” In a November motion to dismiss criminal charges, Ordway’s attorney said “rumors” about Ordway were investigated by the school’s principal six months before his arrest. “In an interview, the principal of Sun Valley Elementary School, Stephen Balliet, disclosed that there had previously been rumors about Mr. Ordway that had been investigated by the school in December of 2018. These allegations came about after a student was overheard by an aide telling another student that Mr. Ordway had sex with students,” wrote Josephine Hallain, Ordway’s attorney. “Both students were interviewed by the principal and told the principal they had never been touched by Mr. Ordway nor had they seen anyone else be touched by Mr. Ordway. This investigation led to Mr. Balliet speaking to approximately 15 students. Each of those students claimed to have heard it from someone else but none of them were able to give an account of a true allegation. “At this time Mr. Balliet addressed all four fifth grade classes and instructed them to come forward and speak to him if they had a real concern about Mr. Ordway. No one came forward to speak to Mr. Balliet or make any disclosures about Mr. Ordway.” Michael A. Minicozzi, deputy county attorney, confirmed the principal did his own investigation in his response to Hallain’s dismissal plea. “About five months before these allegations were investigated by the police, the principal of the elementary school conducted his own investigation brought on by some rumors that he had heard about the defendant acting inap-

propriately with some of the children,” Minicozzi wrote. “Many of the incidents in this case occurred after the principal talked to some of the students,” Minicozzi added. Four of Ordway’s alleged crimes took place in 2019. The lawsuit alleges Ordway assaulted an 11-year-old girl May 6. The Peoria Times asked the school district about the report that the principal had conducted his own investigation and if Ordway was permitted to return to unsupervised teaching afterward. “This is a newly filed lawsuit so it is too early to comment on the allegations, but I can say from what we know so far is that as soon as the school had a report that something inappropriate may have taken place, law enforcement was notified,” said Michael Hensley, an attorney representing the district. According to a Peoria Police Facebook post, “On May 7, 2019, at approximately 5:16 p.m. the principal of Sun Valley Elementary school notified the Peoria Police Department of a teacher allegedly inappropriately touching an 11-year-old female student.”

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This began the police investigation. The district said Ordway was placed on administrative leave May 7. Ordway denied all allegations against him during his May 14 interview with the Peoria Police. He entered not guilty pleas on all 24 criminal charges against him. Ordway again denied the charges in a preliminary answer to the civil suit. In his April 8 answer to the civil suit, Ordway, who previously lived in north Peoria, lists his residence as a Phoenix address near east Glendale. The city of Peoria asked to be dismissed from the suit March 23. Connie Contes, the Maricopa County Superior Court judge assigned to the lawsuit, had not made any rulings as of April 28. The district had not made a response as of that date. According to the civil suit, the girl identified as Jane Doe “has endured great pain, suffering, aggravation, inconvenience, mental and emotional distress in her life and day-to-day activities, all of which will continue well into the future.” A trial date has not been scheduled.

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Spike in COVID-19 long-term care deaths BY TOM SCANLON

Peoria Times Managing Editor

While the number of Maricopa County deaths due to COVID-19 in longterm care facilities has spiked over the last two weeks, county health officials refuse to provide names of the facilities that have had deaths and coronavirus positive tests. Since April 11, of the county’s 88 COVID-19 deaths, 63 (72%) were longterm care facility residents, according to data provided by the Maricopa County Department of Public Health. The Peoria Times asked Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine, Maricopa County’s medical director of public health, to provide the names of long-term facilities with exposures. “We consider that confidential and have no intention of releasing that data,” Sunenshine answered during an April 23 webinar that focused on personal protective equipment and contact tracing. “We strongly encourage long-term care facilities to communicate with residents and relatives,” she added. The West Valley View confirmed last month that James King, whose family said he was exposed to the coronavirus at the Groves, a Goodyear senior community that offers independent and assisted living, died of COVID-19 March 29. At that time, five people died of

COVID-19 in the county. Mark King said he has been in touch with other residents of the Groves since his father passed away. “No one else there has got it,” Mark King said. On April 11, the Maricopa County Department of Public Health reported 29 long-term facilities had COVID-19 cases, with 156 residents testing positive. Of those, 52 had been hospitalized and 20 died of COVID-19—43% of the 47 county residents who died of the disease at that time. Two weeks later, the county reported 88 long-term care facilities reported at least one positive COVID-19 case, with 455 residents testing positive. Of those, 126 were hospitalized and 73 died of the disease. The 73 deaths represented 60% of the county’s 120 deaths. “We expect the majority of deaths to be 65 and older. … A lot of those are residents of long-term facilities, which is the reason we have gone out of our way to reach out to all long-term facilities,” Sunenshine said. “We know those residents are at the highest risk. “With the vast majority of facilities, we’ve been able to keep to one or two (COVID-19) cases, but there are some cases where we’ve seen a lot of spread, and tragically that is why we are seeing this increase in deaths,” she added. In the county, 3,123 people have test-

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The Abrazo Arrowhead Emergency Department acknowledges first responders who saluted them April 20. (Photo courtesy Abrazo)

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Peoria and Glendale and firefighters, police and emergency medical services personnel gathered at Abrazo Arrowhead Campus April 20 to salute hospital workers on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic. Emergency vehicles including fire trucks, a ladder truck, ambulances, police cars and motorcycle officers lined up in front of the hospital’s Emergency Department in a show of support, while a rescue helicopter circled overhead. “There is such incredible teamwork going on throughout our Valley’s health care system. We are proud of everyone’s willingness to help and proud to be on the

front lines serving our community during this pandemic,” Abrazo Health CEO Brian Elisco said. He added people who need emergency care should not hesitate to come to the ED. “We are committed to safe, quality care as always, and we want you to feel confident coming to our hospital. We take precautions to separate COVID-19 patients and ensure a safe environment for treating non-COVID-19 emergencies, chronic conditions and new or worsening symptoms,” he said. To learn more about ER safety during the coronavirus pandemic, visit abrazohealth.com/services/emergency-room/ hospital-er-safety.

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Banner staff deploys north COVID-19 update offered at city council meeting “I’m excited to go and help them and be there for our team because we are all one,” Stingle said. The four respiratory therapists arrived as five Banner registered nurses, including Jessica Flake, returned to the Phoenix area after a two-week assignment in Greeley. Flake treated patients with COVID-19 in the progressive care unit, which is just below the intensive care unit. During the pandemic, ICU is being reserved for patients who must be intubated, which is where a ventilator takes over breathing operations for the patient. “It has been physically demanding and tiring, as these patients are VERY sick,” Flake said in an April 2 Facebook post. “I’ve seen more intubations and intubated patients in two shifts then I have my whole nursing career; including nursing school. “These poor people are miserable, fighting for their life, without their loved ones by their side.” In these life-threatening situations, respiratory therapists like Stingle are crucial to help patients survive the battle. “I have knowledge of what’s going on in the lungs and how to save people,” Stingle said. Though medical professionals in “hotspot” areas such as Seattle and New York have been sickened and died from COVID-19, Stingle said she felt wearing the proper personal protective equipment will protect her during the mission. “We’re always there for our patients, no matter what,” Stingle said. “We care for these people and make sure they get the best possible care.”

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(In a later phone interview, he said no officers are currently in self-quarantine.) “I’m happy to report both departments are running very efficiently right now with benefits from both departments,” Granger said. “I am really happy to hear that everybody is safe (and) that they all have the equipment that they need,” Mayor Cathy Carlat commented. Erik Strunk, another deputy city manager, said the parks and recreation department has an online presence now. Rio Vista has filmed eight virtual workout videos for residents to continue to view at home. Though the library has closed, Strunk said library staff has placed 600 books in reserve and is planning to do a curbside pickup system. And, he added, Peoria aquatic staff has filmed safety bathtime videos for parents. According to Strunk, a hotline has been created for Peoria residents to answer questions and share resources related to the COVID-19 crisis. The Peoria hotline phone number is 623773-7770 and will be answered from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Peoria man charged with fatally stabbing his step-grandfather BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF

Peoria Police arrested Shaun Gentilo and charged him with fatally stabbing his step-grandfather. Police responded to a stabbing call at 3 a.m. April 24 on the 9200 block of West Gold Dust Avenue. Police found the victim, an 89-yearold Peoria resident, who died at the scene. Gentilo allegedly fled the home prior to officers arrival. He returned to the home at 6 a.m. and was arrested before being transported to Maricopa County Fourth Avenue Jail. Gentilo, 41, faces first-degree murder charges.

Peoria Police arrested Shaun Gentilo and charged him with killing his step-grandfather. (Photo courtesy Peoria Police Department)

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Peoria’s adaptive adult group, which is made up of people with developmental disabilities and cognitive disorders such as Down syndrome and autism, continues daily interaction with one another along with long-serving staff members. Staff is finding new ways to keep their daily connections alive and full of the hope and spirit while practicing social distancing. Staff is making weekly visits to the participants’ homes and then going on walks, hikes or playing games, all in social-distancing capacity—such as a “distant high five” by Alicia Raxter and Haley Wilson or a frame making by Devyn McClain.

Luke Air Force Base will honor Arizona’s front line COVID-19 responders with a community flyover at 3:10 p.m. Friday, May 1. “We are honored to extend our heartfelt gratitude to all the health care workers, first responders, military members and other essential personnel who are working on the front lines to combat the coronavirus,” said Brig. Gen. Todd Canterbury, 56th Fighter Wing commander. “We want everyone to be able to look up from their homes and enjoy the display of American airpower, resolve and pride while keeping frontline responders in their hearts.” A formation of 15 aircraft, including seven F-35A Lightning IIs and seven F-16 Fighting Falcons flying out of Luke Air Force Base, will fly over Glendale, Peoria, Litchfield Park, Surprise, Waddell, Tolleson, Phoenix and the East Valley for 50 minutes. (Photo courtesy LAB)

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How will future Americans regard the pandemic? Depends It’s dangerous to contemplate history when a historical moment remains ongoing, but when your days stretch to infinity under quarantine, what else do you have to do? Lately, I’ve taken to pondering this: Once the COVID-19 pandemic is over, how will we argue about it for the next century or so? Because let’s be real: Argument has replaced baseball and football as our national pastime. As I write this, the U.S. has more than 840,000 coronavirus positives and nearly 47,000 dead. Arizona has reported about 5,500 cases and 231 dead. The Institute for Health Metrics and Evaluation’s national projection for the Fourth of July—which they warn has a high degree of uncertainty—is for about 68,000 dead across the country. The worst-case national scenario for Independence Day? More than 123,000 dead. The IMHE’s model for Arizona pre-

dicts the number of daily deaths in the state falling throughout May and reaching zero in mid-June. The model for Arizona predicts close to 600 deaths by July 4, with a worst-case scenario of 1,700 lives lost. While it feels gruesome to me to talk purely in mathematics about dead human beings, it surely will be essential to our future arguments— which will likely break down, as does everything in America these days, into three camps: “What a tremendous waste of time!” These folks are already out protesting the lockdown outside the state Capitol. They’ll point back to the CDC’s initial worst-case estimates of 1.7 million American deaths and argue that they were deprived of their freedom for nothing. Signature quote, offered by a guy in

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detail why all of us have blood on hands. For them, our response to the pandemic, from the White House to the Copper Dome, has been a series of screw-ups that can only be measured by lives lost. “Imagine if people had taken social distancing seriously?” Or: “Imagine if Trump hadn’t been out there lying about testing?” Or: “Imagine if Doug Ducey had closed every business in the state back in February?” Their signature quote: “One life lost is one life too many.” So where do I stand? It’s too early yet, but I believe I will end up in all three camps simultaneously. Our response to COVID-19 has been erratic and marked by some worthless gestures—and many intelligent, noble actions. Social distancing has saved lives, though not as many lives as might have been saved by a more comprehensive, less screwed-up response. I imagine I’ll make the only point that matters: Arguing about COVID-19 is a luxury, because the alternative is not being alive to argue. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com

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Money could start flowing to distressed small businesses as early as this week, after the House overwhelmingly approved a $484 billion measure that refills the exhausted Paycheck Protection Program and adds funds for hospitals and other services. The Paycheck Protection Program and Health Care Enhancement Act passed 388-5 April 23 during an unusual session in which mask-wearing House members, out since mid-March because of the coronavirus, were called to vote in rotation so they could keep their distance. Rep. Andy Biggs, R-Gilbert, was one of the five “no” votes on the bill, saying in a statement after the vote that he was troubled by $12 billion earmarked for “surveillance” and “contact tracing” of COVID-19 victims, activities he said “have been used to spy on Americans.” But other Arizona lawmakers said that while the bill did not do everything they wanted, it was important to get assistance out to businesses and health care workers. “The changes we made will make a difference for Arizona’s small businesses, but we’re going to have to continue to work together in a bipartisan way to ensure support actually reaches those who need it most,” said Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Phoenix. President Donald Trump signed the bill into law April 24, just one week after the original $349 billion loan program ran out of money in the face of overwhelming demand from businesses that have been hit hard by COVID-19. The PPP was designed to get shortterm loans to businesses through their banks, with a promise that the Small Business Administration would forgive the loan if business owners used it to keep their workers on the payroll.

It was rolled out in less than a week and marred by confusion with private lenders who handle the application process. But it was also wildly popular, with the SBA announcing that loans were being put on hold because the first round of funding had already been allocated. When it was clear that the program would run out of money, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Ky., pushed a measure two weeks ago that would have added $251 billion. But Democrats balked, insisting that money be included for health care and that problems be fixed with the PPP, which had seen some of the first round of funding end up in the hands of large businesses. Each side accused the other of delaying the bill, but the Senate approved the new, larger bill by voice vote two days before the House gave its OK after a day of debate. Despite the delay, Phoenix Chamber of Commerce spokesman Mike Huckins said he was “very happy to see it work out, just wish it could’ve been a little sooner.” “Every day that businesses don’t have access to these dollars is another day of peril for them,” Huckins said. In addition to the PPP, the bill appropriates $75 billion to reimburse health care providers for coronavirus costs and $25 billion to create and distribute COVID-19 tests. Rep. Debbie Lesko, R-Peoria, accused Democrats of dragging their feet on the aid package. “It was two weeks ago now, the Senate Republicans put up a bill to help continue funding for small businesses so they could pay their workers,” Lesko said. “Two weeks we’ve been waiting around while Democrats have been delaying it, and why? I don’t understand why.”

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Snakes alive! Rattlers come out of hibernation BY BRIAN CANO SR.

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While hiking the White Tank or Estrella Mountain trail, you see something dark, coiled up in the shade. Or, while you relax on a lawn chair in your backyard, you hear an unmistakable rattle. “Right now, rattlesnakes are very active,” said Brad Hoffman, owner of Arizona Wildlife Control in Buckeye. In Arizona, March through November is considered rattlesnake season. During these months, Western diamondback rattlesnakes emerge. “April is typically when the most rattlesnake bites are reported in Arizona. So far, there have been 39 bites reported in 2020 to the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, 19 of those in April,” according to an April 23 release from the Arizona Fish and Game Department. Hoffman, Daniel Marchand, executive curator for the Phoenix Herpetological Society, and Kevin Newman, owner of Arizona Snake Removal in Glendale, agree rattlesnakes should be treated with extreme caution. This time of the year, Arizona deserts are loaded with blooming wildflowers. And, since COVID-19 restrictions, more people are on the trails. Maricopa County hiking trails are prime

Rattlesnake proofing your home Marchand said uncut lawns and piledup boxes make ideal rattlesnake hiding spots. He said routine landscaping and straightening up the exterior of your house could minimize your chance of a rattlesnake As the weather heats up, rattlesnakes become frequent visitors to hiking home invasion. trails—and may seek shade in backyards. Snake removal services can relocate “Keeping the rattlers without harming them. (Photo courtesy city of Buckeye) your yard well maintained is locations for rattlesnakes. not only trimming trees and plants but re“If you can, stay on a manicured trail moving unnecessary items piled up in the and stay in the middle of the trail,” Hoff- corner or against a wall,” Marchand said. man said. “Those shaded areas are where He said installing snake fencing is a a rattlesnake is going to be hiding.” method that could help keep kids and If you go for a hike and you see a rat- pets safe. And installing adequate outtlesnake, take one big step backward, stay door lighting could make the difference calm and steer clear of it, Hoffman said. between a rattlesnake trespassing or He said hikers should not be afraid of rat- moving on. tlesnakes, but every hiker should respect Marchand said keeping gates closed, rethem. moving unconsumed pet food and adding “We live in the desert, and it is full of door sweeps can help reduce the chance of rattlesnakes,” Hoffman said. a rattlesnake slithering into your domain.

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About six months ago, I had a colonoscopy. Don’t laugh—someday you’re going to be as old as me, and then you’ll discover “colonoscopy happens.” Then you will have the same REVEAL-A-TION as me. Having a colonoscopy is a down-under experience. But the procedure is nothing compared to the prep. The day before a colonoscopy, you will gulp weird stuff—lots of it—eight ounces every 10 minutes until the gallon or more is gone. Drano would

have been more pleasant. I hated the process but loved the results: I’m fine. I don’t have polyps or colon cancer. And, Lord willing, the next time I need to have this is 10 years away. I made step one, making it possible to make step two. In the case of those who have or have had polyps or colon cancer, here’s some advice: The first step to getting you back to good health is for you to take the first step of a colonoscopy to get you to the second step of treatment so you can have the possibility of the outcome of good health. In the case of COVID19, inconveniences abound. Many of us don’t like staying at home, social distancing, teaching their children, wearing

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Seniors around Glendale and Peoria are starting to get nervous about graduation ceremonies. Glendale Union High School District and Deer Valley Unified School District have not announced plans for graduation ceremonies. Peoria Unified School District’s high school graduation ceremonies were scheduled for May 21 but will not take place on that date. “We’ve been using the word ‘postpone’ regarding graduation,” David Sandoval, president of the PUSD governing board, said at the April 23 board meeting. At the meeting, an emailed comment

from a Sunrise Mountain High School senior was read. “I am so sad my senior year came to such an abrupt end,” Anna Ramirez wrote. “The class of 2020 should definitely get the chance to walk at our graduation ceremony. If it is not possible to have graduation on the original date, I humbly ask you to reschedule it. … It is so important and missing it altogether would be terrible.” Dr. Jason Reynolds, PUSD’s deputy superintendent, did not provide a new date for graduation at the board meeting. New and innovative ways to celebrate the class of 2020 “The status of graduation remains the same. We have moved beyond the May

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Great Hearts Prep to have ‘car parade’ BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Great Hearts Glendale Preparatory Academy is holding a “car parade” to recognize seniors. At 5:30 p.m. Friday, May 1, seniors can drive through the Glendale Prep parking lot to the cheers and encouragement of parents, faculty and staff. Those showing their support are invited to arrive on campus between 5:10 and 5:25 p.m. to line up and cheer from their cars. Homemade signs are encouraged. In addition to seniors

wearing their college shirts, they are also encouraged to decorate their cars to show their future school spirit. The event is open to parents, faculty and staff of the seniors at Great Hearts Glendale Prep. Glendale Prep is at 23276 N. 83rd Avenue, Peoria. Great Hearts is a nonprofit network of tuition-free public charter schools dedicated to improving education nationwide through classical preparatory K-12 academies. For more information, visit greatheartsamerica.org.

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Highland Prep earns Cognia accreditation BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Highland Prep, which has students who live in Glendale and Peoria, has earned accreditation by Cognia, a nonprofit organization that provides quality assurance for schools, school districts and education service providers. After earning accreditation from Cognia in April, Highland Prep, a STEM charter high school in Surprise, is recognized as a school that meets Cognia standards of quality and maintains a commitment to continuous improvement. “It is a great accomplishment to our students, staff and school to be internationally accredited,” said Jack Bagley, principal of Highland Prep. “As a world-class STEM college prep school, our students’ high school diploma will be accepted in every college in the

United States as well as 85 countries worldwide.” To earn Cognia accreditation, a school must implement a continuous process of improvement and submit to an internal and external review. Schools in good standing can maintain their accreditation for a five-year term. Highland Prep, 15600 W. Hearn Road, offers numerous engineering courses via Project Lead the Way (PLTW) and is continually expanding its AP and dual enrollment offerings to further prepare students for higher education and a technologically advanced workforce. Extracurricular clubs, such as VEX Robotics, SeaPerch Robotics and Zero Robotics, further support STEM coursework. For more information about Highland Prep, visit highlandprepaz.com or call 623-300-8385.

Dysart district makes masks BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The Dysart Unified School District’s schools used 3D printers to create 2,000 surgical mask ear guards for health care workers. Dysart has schools in Glendale, El Mirage, Waddell and Surprise. Dysart Superintendent Dr. Quinn Kellis called on the 26 Dysart schools to put available 3D printers to work to produce the ear guards. The ear guards help alleviate the strain of ear straps while wearing face masks for hours on end, by separating the straps from the ears. “If there is anything Dysart can do to further support our local community and first responders during this difficult time, we are more than happy to do so,” said Kellis. “When we heard the call for help, we mobilized staff to get their school’s 3D printers going at full speed. With students engaged in remote learning, we had a lot of 3D printers sitting idle.” Dysart nurses and health service as-

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