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Peoria Firefighter Charities is giving away backpacks filled with school supplies in a drive-thru giveaway at the Community Center parking lot from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 31. Students must be present to receive a backpack and supplies are limited. “The goal was to collect 500 backpacks with basic school supplies for any child in need in the Peoria Unified School District. So, (supplies) could be crayons, pencils, folders — the basics,” said Mark Barbee, spokesman for Peoria Firefighter Charities. “We came together and thought about
who in this school system needs the supplies, and a liaison from Peoria said, ‘Hey, I happen to work with foster and homeless kids in our s y s t e m ,’ and there’s about 200 to 250 families in that system, just for Peoria Unified School District. Initially, it was just to get those families the supplies they
needed, but the charities wanted to go above and beyond.” It started with Peoria Unified School District asking students to collect and donate backpacks and supplies at the end of the school year. Touched by the kids’ donations, the Peoria Firefighter Charities teamed up and matched them. Then, seeing the hard work and goals of the organization, Mayor Cathy Carlat and the city council also donated. Having met and surpassed its goal of 500 backpacks, the charity is giving away the backpacks and supplies to any student in Peoria while supplies last. SEE BACKPACK PAGE 5
Paloma Community Park second-phase planning continues BY CONNOR DZIAWURA Peoria Times Staff Writer
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With the city of Peoria having recently completed a string of community engagement opportunities, officials are continuing to plan for further development of Paloma Community Park. Contemplated amenities for the park’s second phase, though subject to change, include a wheeled trail/plaza for skating, rollerblading and biking; an additional lighted ball field complex; a walking trail; an equestrian trailhead; interpretive trails; multipurpose fields; a drone zone; and additional parking areas and restrooms.
“Peoria has always taken a strong commitment to connecting with the community on recreation amenities. Almost every project we do has a degree of engagement,” said John R. Sefton Jr., the city’s parks, recreation and public facilities director. “This, for Paloma itself and the phase two, we were very strategic in creating multiple touch points all through May and into June, giving the community the opportunity to provide insight and to provide comment on what they desire most.” Through a mix of in-person polling and online surveying, as well as presentations, Sefton Jr. said the city collected
more than 2,300 data points. “It’s really changed our opinion sort of on how we can best manage some of these online surveys,” he said. Currently at 85 acres, Paloma Community Park opened last October and includes amenities like a lighted ball field complex, lighted multipurpose fields, four lighted pickleball courts, open turf, a fishing lake, a fishing deck with a stage area and event lawn, a splash pad, an inclusive-designed playground, picnic ramadas, a lighted dog park, two concessions buildings, an overlook plaza and multiple restroom buildings and parking SEE PLANNING PAGE 3
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areas. The second phase will develop an additional 40 acres and connect the park to surrounding open spaces and trail systems. “We had such great success with Rio Vista when it opened in 2007 and then we had Pioneer Park come online in 2012, and obviously we have a large number of citizens to serve in the northern stretch of the community as well, so a lot of the focus has always been understanding the system, how do we leverage our natural environment, and where and how do we best plug in the recreational amenities,” Sefton Jr. explained of the need for a park like Paloma, which he said is referenced in planning documents dating back to 2006. It’s going to be some time before residents have access to the next phase of amenities, however. Barring no challenges, Sefton Jr. said the city is targeting a fall 2023 opening.
“It’s a lot of heavy lifting on the design side,” he explained of the next steps. “So we are a good many months, eight months, eight months to a year in just the design. … It’s very, very much technical work before we’ll really have much news. And then it’s an evaluation, everything from costs and amenity inputs. “So, those are the types of things that we have to identify and probably take up to the next year to be able to get those ironed out in the condition to where we can get into a construction contract.” As to the possibility of further development beyond phase two, Sefton Jr. said “never say never.” “One of the items that actually came up in our public meetings, while we have the Rio Vista Recreation Center at Rio Vista Park, there’s also that interest in having a facility,” he said. “That has been a very consistent request from the community, and we do
have that contemplated — and it is within the 10-year CIP.” The city’s vision calls for a facility below the Westwing Mountain, though Sefton Jr. said it’s “at least five years out,” leaving time for further community input. “It’s beautiful back there,” Sefton Jr. said. “I think something tucked in at the base of the mountain would definitely serve the community well. … “The vision of our mayor and council has been to have a balanced application of recreation amenities; focus on our highlights, so things like the New River Trail, things like our mountain preserve areas; and serve our citizens in a way that people love life and everything from health and wellness to exercise and adventure.” Paloma Community Park is located at Lake Pleasant Parkway and Dixileta Drive. Follow @peoriaazrec on Facebook for more information.
The second phase of Paloma Community Park may include a wheeled trail/ plaza for skating, rollerblading and biking; an additional lighted ball field complex; a walking trail; an equestrian trailhead; interpretive trails; multipurpose fields; a drone zone; and additional parking areas and restrooms.
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Vining hired as Raymond S. Kellis principal fied School District,” Vining said. “I went to Pioneer and then Cactus High School. My dad was in education. He was a teacher as well in Peoria. That led to where I’m at today. “I just have a passion for teaching. By teaching, I evolved into being an administrator. I thought I was going to be a teacher my whole life.”
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Tony Vining, the principal of Raymond S. Kellis High School. (Photo courtesy of
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Dr. Carter Davidson is Peoria Unified School District’s chief student services officer. (Photo courtesy of Peoria Unified
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and master’s degrees at NAU, was previously assistant principal at Raymond S. Kellis and Cactus high schools and served in additional roles including
teacher and athletic coach during his 22year career in the Peoria Unified School District. “I’m also a product of the Peoria Uni-
Davidson to lead student services Additionally, Dr. Carter Davidson has stepped into the role as the district’s chief student services officer. In this role, Davidson will oversee all elementary and high schools providing additional support to students, teachers and school leaders. Davidson is an advocate of student learning and positive displays of character by all. He promotes quality practices and procedures that lead to achievement for all learners and success for all emSEE VINING PAGE 5
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Tony Vining has returned to the Peoria Unified School District as the Raymond S. Kellis High School principal. He replaced longtime principal Jeff Wooten, who retired June 30. “It’s a nice homecoming,” Vining said. “I realized how much of a special place Raymond S. Kellis is. When the opportunity opened up, I couldn’t pass that up.” Vining rejoined Peoria Unified from his current appointment where he serves as principal at Cactus Shadows High School in the Cave Creek Unified School District. “It’s nice coming back to a school that I know a lot about,” he said. “I think the culture there is amazing and I want to build on that. I want to rebuild the relationships and diagnose where they are economically.” Vining, who earned his bachelor’s
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Peoria Firefighter Charities is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization whose goal is to partner with community members to make a difference for those who “need it most,” according to its mission statement. They have raised over $20,000 since its founding in 2000. “Every member of the Peoria Fire Department contributes money out of every paycheck in the (charity). Then we have events throughout the year where we add money to a community fund and those funds stay in the city of Peoria to help people in the city,” Barbee said. On top of the firefighters’ contributions, Barbee said each council member donates $5,000 every year. School ad-
ministrators will also join the firefighters in packing each backpack with supplies. Community members interested in helping out can donate at pffc.org. Donations are tax deductible.
Backpack and school supply giveaway WHEN: Noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, July 31 WHERE: Peoria Community Center parking lot, 8335 W. Jefferson Street INFO: pffc.org
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ployees and looks forward to his new role with Peoria Unified. Davidson is finishing his fifth year as chief personnel officer for the Peoria Unified School District. In his previous 19 years in the Alhambra Elementary School District, Davidson served in various roles that included K-3 special ed-
ucation teacher, intervention specialist, principal of Barcelona Middle School, director of student services and director of human resource support services. Davidson earned his bachelor’s degree from Grand Canyon University and his master’s and doctorate degrees from ASU.
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Man with dementia drives the wrong way on 303
A 78-year-old man suffering from dementia was involved in a wrongway crash at 8:53 p.m. July 12 on State Route 303 at milepost 126, north of Sun City, in the southbound lanes. The wrong-way vehicle, a Nissan Sentra, was headed north in the southbound lanes when it struck a Tesla. The wrong-way and the Tesla drivers sustained nonlife-threatening injuries. At the time, the wrong-way driver was being sought by Peoria Police. He was admitted to a nearby hospital.
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lot of 6800 W. Peoria Avenue, according to Peoria police. The woman fired an unknown number of shots at officers, who returned at least one round, striking the female in her cheek. She was treated and released at an area hospital but was later readmitted. No officers or innocent bystanders were injured during this incident. Glendale police is the lead investigating agency for this case as part of the West Valley Incident Response Team.
Back-to-school bingo offers backpacks, supplies
School-aged youth and teens are invited to join the city of Peoria for bingo from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, July 22, at the Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson Street. Each registered participant will win a backpack filled with school supplies. Axiom Church will supply backpacks to kindergarten through eight-grade students, and the HART (Helping at
Risk Teens) Pantry will provide backpacks for high school students. Youth must register by calling 623773-7436.
Peoria’s pools offer swim lessons, other programs
Peoria and Sunrise pools are available for open swim through Aug. 1. Daily passes for children (ages 2 to 17) are $2 and adults (18 and older) are $4. Registration for the final, summer, weekend swim lessons is open. The 30-minute classes will take place on Saturdays and Sundays from Aug. 7 to Aug. 29. Lessons are $25 for residents and $57 for nonresidents at Sunrise Pool. Call 623-773-7137 or email aquatics@peoriaaz.gov for additional information.
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the AM/PM before- and after-school care program. Staff members will supervise and monitor children by actively participating with them through play and staff-led enrichment, such as literacy, arts and crafts, as well as STEAM projects. The ideal candidate will provide an enhanced experience, enjoy positive participant interactions and welcome the opportunity to make a difference. For details visit peoriaaz. gov/jobs and review the city of Peoria’s employment opportunities and search “childcare provider-rec leaders.”
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Peoria is offering a rebate of up to $250 for upgrading old irrigation controllers to approved smart irrigation controllers. When combined with proper in-ground irrigation efficiency and maintenance, the average Peoria homeowner can reduce overall water use by 15% by upgrading. To learn how, visit peoriaaz.gov/rebates.
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Democrats conflicted on democratic elections BY J.D. HAYWORTH Peoria Times Columnist
The America of the 1950’s seems quaint by today’s standards. Our memories of that era match the monochrome images that danced across early television screens from coast to coast, we see Dwight David Eisenhower as a genial grandfather and golf enthusiast instead of the decisive leader and hardened warrior. In his 1982 book “The Hidden-Hand Presidency,” political scientist and historian Fred I. Greenstein revised the thinking about Ike and his two terms in the Oval Office. Rather than foster the perception that he was a bold “man of action,” as so
many of his successors would encourage of themselves once ego met ambition at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, Eisenhower employed a style that encouraged an incurious or even an indulgent reaction, considering that he was the first septuagenarian to serve as president. His press secretary, James C. Hagerty, recalled an anecdote that typified Ike’s approach. When considering a challenging question, he might face concerning a controversial topic at a press conference, Eisenhower told his staffer: “Don’t worry, Jim; if that question comes up, I’ll just confuse them.” While Eisenhower exploited imprecision as part of his personal image, other leaders from the other side of the aisle have employed it to achieve policy goals. Lyndon B. Johnson dramatically expanded the federal role in
health care by advocating and signing into law both the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Three decades after those programs were established, historian-turned-House Speaker Newt Gingrich theorized that by sowing deliberate seeds of confusion over Medicare and Medicaid, distinctions between the two would be forgotten. Therefore, any stigma about government-run health care would be minimized in the public consciousness, thus aiding the left in advocating a complete federal takeover of healthcare. Fast forward to the here and now, where Joe Biden leads a Democratic Party increasingly conflicted about truly democratic elections. Despite the parroting of the “voter suppression” canard by a reliably partisan Washington Press Corps, this is
one instance where the American people are relying on their collective commonsense. Understanding that photo identification is required to cash a check, board a plane or even enter a federal courthouse, the public does not see why the same stipulation should not apply to voting. Polling shows that 80% of the public embraces the idea of photo ID as a way to safeguard voter integrity. So, Ol’ Joe is taking a page out of the “LBJ Playbook.” When asked about the Supreme Court’s decision that affirmed the constitutionality of the new Arizona voter integrity laws, Biden blew past the particulars of the case to outline his major concern, which he readily admitted SEE DEMOCRATIC PAGE 8
Who cares about polls? The Valley has our hearts BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Peoria Times Columnist
With all due respect to the fine journalists who toil for U.S. News and World Report, their magazine’s annual list of “Best Places to Live” once again ranks as one of the most hilarious acts of journalism committed to print this year. Want to yuk it up? Listen to their report of the Top Five of America’s Best Hometowns: Ranked fifth, there’s Austin, Texas, “laidback to the point that if you’re dressing up, it must be a life event.” Fourth, Fayetteville, Arkansas, where – and I quote – “people wave and smile at each other in the street, and community events are well-attended.” Third, we
have Huntsville, Alabama, which boasts “the most educated population in the state.” The state of Alabama. Need I say more? Second place goes to Raleigh and Durham, North Carolina, whose selling points include “gathering over craft beers in one of the region’s many microbreweries” and “strangers ... quick to provide a friendly conversation when standing in line at the supermarket.” I prefer Budweiser and silently bagging my groceries to get the hell out of Bashas’ as fast as possible. The big winner for 2021: Boulder, Colorado, named America’s Best Place to Live for the second consecutive year. I’ve been to Boulder. Nice place – if you like John Denver songs, chocolate chip edibles and hemp underwear.
As U.S. News puts it, Boulder “has opportunities from forest bathing and free meditation sessions to an abundance of marijuana dispensaries, spas and alternative health care studios. The full spectrum of yoga disciplines is represented here, as well as … ‘Animal Flow’ ground-based movement classes.” Sounds like a pulled hamstring waiting to happen. Plus, the description alone gives you the munchies – and zero desire to fire up the moving van. The Phoenix metro area ranked 40th this year, up 13 spots from 2020 and sandwiched between Houston and Knoxville. We scored high for having “a thriving job market, a relatively low cost of living and plenty of ways to enjoy the nice weather.” No mention of chatty strangers in the
grocery store, a thriving weed scene or ample chances to do goat yoga. It could be worse. Tucson ranked 81st. Dead last? San Juan, Puerto Rico. My problem with this list is my problem with all such lists: They attempt to scientifically rank something that is less science and more emotion. U.S. News – whose brand depends entirely on ranking things like cities and colleges – has created a formula by polling 3,600 internet users, then weighting each area’s job market, housing affordability, quality of life, desirability and how many people move in and out annually. After that, there’s a whole lot of mumbo jumbo about standard deviation and something called a Z-Score. SEE POLLS PAGE 8
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was not part of the court’s Arizona decision. “I think it is critical that we make a distinction between voter suppression and suspension.” Voter suspension? Sounds similar to voter suppression. What’s the differ-
ence? Joe is making the shift because he wants to get ahead of the mounting evidence of vote fraud – here in Arizona and elsewhere. He’s doing so for his own political survival. To hang on to power, leftists will
claim that if any votes are thrown out – “suspended,” in their new vernacular, it will be a denial of the “will of the people.” Conveniently forgotten in this new semantical twist: any evidence that proves the “suspended” votes are
fraudulent. J.D. Hayworth represented Arizona in the U.S. House from 1995-2007. He authored and sponsored the Enforcement First Act, legislation that would have mandated enforcement of Federal Immigration Law in the 109th Con-
ago for work, then stayed because I laid down roots. There are people I love here, a business I built and a million little things that lift my spirit: the crunch of my hiking shoes on Piestewa Peak, the sound of Al McCoy’s voice calling a Phoenix Suns basketball game, the
breakfast quesadilla at Bit-zee Mama’s in Glendale and the countless purples and oranges that drip down the sky during each night’s sunset. So what if Boulder scores a 7.6 because it has “Tube to Work Day” and “dirtbag climbers (who) live in a van?”
The Valley may only score a 6.8, but the place has our hearts.
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This seems as good a scientific method as any to rank places, but it still misses what really motivates humans to live where we live: The job that beckons us or the chance to live near those we love. I’m sure my story is typical and illustrative. I moved to the Valley 26 years
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Banner acquires hematology, oncology practice BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Banner Health acquired Sonoran Hematology and Oncology, an established practice in Peoria. As a result of the acquisition, Dr. Shelly Gandhok, a hematologist-oncologist, will join Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center. Gandhok’s practice members will join as well. “We are thrilled to welcome Dr.
Gandhok and her team into Banner MD Anderson,” said Dr. Rogerio Lilenbaum, senior physician executive for oncology at Banner MD Anderson. “This practice has provided outstanding care to patients in the Northwest Valley, and we look forward to them joining us in our mission in providing high-quality cancer care.” Gandhok said she was thrilled by the move.
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“Sonoran Hematology and Oncology is very excited to join Banner MD Anderson, a nationally recognized leader in multidisciplinary cancer treatment and research,” Gandhok said. “Having practiced hematology and oncology in Peoria for 15 years, I am committed to patient-focused, compassionate care for our community and continuing to provide care for our
patients and their families. We look forward to combining strengths to provide cutting-edge, innovative cancer treatments to our patients in the Northwest Valley.” The providers will maintain their existing office, located at 9159 W. Thunderbird Road in Peoria. To schedule an appointment at the current location, please call 623-9337453.
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Tickets available for Cardinals’ training camp BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF The Arizona Cardinals Football Club will open its 2021 Training Camp Powered by Cox in late July at State Farm Stadium. While both parking and admission are free, digital tickets will be required for entry into each practice. Tickets may be reserved by visiting www.azcardinals.com/camptix. Individuals may secure up to four free
tickets for practices while supplies last. The team’s first open practice session is Friday, July 30, and the following day, the Cardinals will host a practice as part of the league-wide “Training Camp: Back Together Saturday.” The team’s annual “Red & White Practice” is Saturday, Aug. 7. More details on Back Together Saturday and the Red & White Practice at State Farm Stadium will be announced at a later date.
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Childers wins a national grocery award for Fry’s BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Kristen Childers, store manager at Fry’s Food Stores in Glendale, has been recognized as one of 2021’s “Top Women in Grocery” by Progressive Grocer magazine, a national food retailer publication. A Surprise resident, Childers is one of three Fry’s leaders locally to receive the national award recognizing women in grocery who display exceptional achievements in and out of the office. She will be honored at the Progressive Grocer awards gala this November in Orlando. For nearly two decades, Childers has served in multiple positions with Fry’s including courtesy clerk, cashier, assis-
tant store manager and customer first facilitator. In 2019, Childers was named store manager at Fry’s in Cave Creek where she managed a complete store remodel, Kristen Childers, store oversaw the store’s manager at Fry’s in Glendale, was named health and safety one of the “Top Women efforts during the in Grocery” (Submitted pandemic and led photo) the store to number one in operations for the Fry’s division. In April 2021, Childers relocated to Glendale to manage the 67th Avenue and Happy Valley Road store.
“I am extremely honored to be named a one of the leading women in the grocery,” said Childers. “Eighteen years ago, I started my career with Fry’s, and I have never looked back. I have learned so many valuable things from the amazing people I work with, many of whom have become mentors to me and have helped shaped me into the leader I am today. I forever grateful for their guidance and proud to work for a company that acknowledges their associates and rewards great leadership.” From strong communication skills to fostering a culture of inclusivity and teamwork, Childers uses her expertise to position Fry’s as a leader in her community. She works closely with her team to ensure stores are always properly stocked
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Years ago, a great teacher named Bob Mumford who had this thought: “If you want to increase your batting average, you have to stop swinging at every pitch that comes over the plate.” A baseball player watches for that perfect pitch and then swings for good results. Apply the same strategy to your life. Most people today are swinging in all directions — but they are swinging without a strategy. If you only swung at the ball intended for you to knock out of the park, you would be a Hall of Famer. Let’s explore a strategy for improving your life’s batting average. One pitch that is thrown to us continually is the pitch of temptations. Why? Because we will swing almost every time at the temptation pitch and strikeout. Consider the story below. A boy was told by his father not to go swimming. When his father caught him in the water, the boy said, “I didn’t mean to do it.” “Then why do you have your swimsuit with you?” he was asked. “I brought it along in case I was tempted,” was the reply. When a man doesn’t listen to his conscience, he usually doesn’t want to take advice from a stranger. Let me confess something to you. I wouldn’t say I like to write about behavior. Most times, it seems the only thing pastors and churches talk about is behavior. Don’t get me wrong. Behavior is important. Why? The next step after, “Lead us not into temptation,” is, “Deliver us from evil.” The problem is not temptation. We all have temptations. The problem is giving in to temp-
tations whose fruit is debilitating consequences. In the Lord’s Prayer, “Lead us not into temptation,” doesn’t mean God leads us into temptation. It means precisely the opposite. Jesus was saying, “Lord, help me make wise decisions today. Empower me to overcome temptation, not be overcome by temptations.” For example, “Don’t let me bring any swimsuits today. If given a chance, I will hurt myself and then injure others too.” Behavior and how we conduct ourselves are essential. It could determine our destiny. The problem is how we, in the church and other institutions, address other’s behavior. So many times, it comes across as condemnation, not liberation. It’s more legislation than transformation. It’s like locking a robber in jail and then bragging about how he is not robbing banks anymore. Unless there is a fundamental transformation, that robber is still robbing banks on the inside. He just doesn’t have the opportunity to do what’s still in him. He knows it is illegal to rob a bank. He doesn’t understand why.
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Legislation (the Law) is, “Thou shalt and Thou shalt not.” Transformation (Grace) comes from an ‘Aha’ moment of why “Thou shalt and Thou shalt not.” It sees why it’s wiser not to do something and to do another. It’s not throwing the book at somebody and shouting, “Behave yourself,” with no choice or empowerment. Consider this horse trainer tip from Pastor Randy Helm: “A good horse trainer can get a horse to change. A great horse trainer gets the horse to want to change.” The same is true of people. May I suggest a more empowering, more liberating, Biblical approach to making choices that lead us not into temptation? If there is a doubtful issue in your life, something with a mental question mark after it, put it through the Four E’s test. If your problem clears these four tests, it should no longer be a problem. God gave us the Four E’s test for a reason. It matters. It’s a God-empowered strategy, not a law-driven strategy, changing behavior from the inside-out,
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not the outside-in. The Test of Expediency in I Corinthians 6:12. It may even be good, but is it good for me to do? The Message Bible says, “Just because something is technically legal doesn’t mean that it is spiritually or morally appropriate.” Another version says, “All things are lawful for me, but not all things are profitable.” Expediency is defined as someone or something appropriate for a situation but generally doing it for selfish reasons. It would be like a politician giving a position to someone because they gave to their campaign. It’s legal, but generally, that supporter will not be the best person for the post. So, if your temptation is to do the political thing rather than the best thing, it did not pass the test of expediency. The Test of Enslavement in I Corinthians 6:12. Could making this decision enslave me? Could it become an addiction? SEE BATTING PAGE 14
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Could it lead others into an addiction? The Message Bible says, “If I went around doing whatever I thought I could get by with, I’d be a slave to my whims.” Another version says, “All things are lawful for me, but I will not be mastered by anything.” Remember, you are to be the head and not the tail. If something could enslave you, if you are weak in that area, be wise, it’s not for you. The real question to ask yourself about any decision is, “Is this wise?” Not, “Is it legal?” It’s wiser to choose freedom from an affair than to choose the legal right for an affair. The Test of Edification in I Corinthians 10:23. Does doing this build me or others up or tear me or others down? To edify means to instruct someone in a way that enlightens them or uplifts them morally, spiritually, or intellectually. The Bible says, “All things are lawful, but not all things edify.” Ask yourself, “Does what I am considering doing cause me, my family, my friends, and my community to survive or to thrive in their souls?” If it doesn’t, don’t do it. It failed the edification test. The Test of Example in I Corinthians 8. Could what I am doing cause others to stumble? Could this be a bad example to someone weak in the area I’m taking liberty in? Does what I am doing give
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Happy new (school) year! BY PEORIA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Welcoming students back to school is an exciting time of year, but it is especially heartwarming as we look to begin the 2021-22 school year with the return of athletics, activities, field trips and as much normalcy as possible. Over the summer, Peoria Unified announced its health and safety plan for the fall, including having masks optional for students, staff and visitors while still offering hand sanitizing stations and air purifiers on every campus. The district will continue to encourage proper handwashing and feels confident that there are safety procedures in place to continue to make our learning environments safe. “On Aug. 4, Peoria Unified students will either be in-person, full-time or participating in our new eCampus Virtual School,” said Peoria Unified Su-
perintendent, Dr. Jason Reynolds. “Over the summer, our teams worked hard to prepare for the upcoming school year and are committed to ensuring that all students and families are valued, cared for and have every available opportunity to achieve academic success.” One of the main areas of focus for the upcoming school year is to make sure all families have ways to stay connected during the school year. Most importantly, each school will always be the No. 1 source of information for parents, and it is best to reach out to each school first with any questions. Families can find school contact information on the district’s website at peoriaunified.org. To stay up-to-date and in the know of all the things happening in Peoria Unified, check out Peoria Unified’s podcast, “Trending Peoria,” where the district breaks down the latest trends
in education. Topics recently covered range from the importance of early childhood education to Peoria Unified’s Strategic Plan and everything in between. The podcast features interviews with teachers, administration, support staff, students and more. The community can listen to Trending Peoria on any major podcast streaming platforms or on the district’s website at peoriaunified.org/trendingpeoria. Another way to stay connected with Peoria Unified during the school year is on social media. The district has a Facebook, Twitter and YouTube page where we share district highlights and events all year long. Additionally, each of our schools have their own Facebook page filled with hyperlocal content to keep you updated on all the happenings at each school. Peoria Unified encourages families to engage and interact on posts or even share some of the amazing things their child is doing.
This fall, Peoria Unified looks forward to adding additional ways to connect with the community by hosting parent engagements opportunities and encouraging more parent feedback. Be on the lookout for information from a Peoria Unified school site on how families can get involved and get connected. With so much happening at the start of the school year, the district hopes our parents will continue to stay updated by focusing on Peoria Unified’s weekly Parent Insider sent right to the parents’ email inbox. Families are encouraged to read it every week to stay on top of all the news in the district! For more ways to connect with Peoria Unified, visit the district’s website at peoriaunified.org/connect and for any additional questions, email the district at pusdpr@pusd11.net or call 623486-6100. Peoria Unified welcomes the opportunity to talk with community members and answer any questions.
APS giving back to Title 1 teachers BY TYLER WEGLEITNER Peoria Times Staff Writer
As part of its annual Supply My Class program, Arizona Public Service, or APS, is helping local teachers acquire supplies for their classrooms. For five weeks beginning in August, APS will give $500 Visa gift cards to 500 teachers, totaling $250,000. “APS supports teachers, and we want to help ensure that they have the resources they need in the classroom,”
said Anna Stewart, community affairs manager for APS. Stewart said there are certain criteria the grant applicants much meet. “The teachers must teach at a Title 1 school in APS’ service territory,” she said. Stewart said they also need to be a K-12 teacher at a public or charter school and that a list of all the eligible schools can be found at https://supplymyclass.com/promotion-rules/ According to the company’s website,
winners from previous years are still eligible to enter again this year. Stewart said winners will be selected each week from Aug. 6 to Sept. 3. “We will randomly select 100 teachers each week to win a $500 Visa gift card that they can use to purchase supplies for their classroom,” she said. For the first week, Stewart said they will select 100 teachers who have been teaching for no more than three years. The remaining four weeks will be open to all eligible teachers.
This is aimed at supporting newer teachers. That includes strengthening their commitment to their profession. The grant application process is open through Sept. 2, the day before the last drawing. Teachers should only apply once, and any unselected teachers will remain in the applicant pool for the following weeks. Stewart said winning teachers can use their judgment with the funds. SEE GIVING PAGE 20
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Candeo Schools recognized as school of distinction BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Candeo Peoria has been named a Core Knowledge School of Distinction by the Core Knowledge Foundation. The top-ranked Arizona charter school is one of just 10 schools across the country to earn this highly sought-after distinction. Core Knowledge refers to the school’s adopted curriculum taught to students in pre-K through eighth grade and puts knowledge at the heart of schooling. Schools that present this curriculum through a superior experience to students receive the distinction designation. “When Candeo was founded 14 years ago, we knew that a quality, coherent, specific and cumulative curriculum full of rich and essential content was necessary to provide a sure foundation of knowledge for every child,” said Dr. Stephanie Musser, founder and chief executive officer of Candeo Schools. “Core Knowledge is that curriculum, and we are proud of the work our students, teachers and leaders accomplish through this remarkable program of education and are honored to have
received the recognition for our work.” This honor is awarded following a pronounced and extensive evaluation conducted by the Core Knowledge Foundation. From it, the foundation assesses levels of performance and fidelity of implementation across the entire program. They examine markers of a superior education experience, including instructional planning, design and methodologies; professional development and collaboration; teacher evaluation and support; school and student engagement and outcomes; and school leadership. “We were incredibly impressed with the attention to planning, quality of implementation and level of support provided to students,” said Kristen Rodriguez, director of school engagement and special projects, and Christina Erland, director of school support, of the Core Knowledge Foundation. “We are proud to consider Candeo Schools-Peoria as a prime example of
the Core Knowledge approach.” There are 635 Core Knowledge schools across the nation, and some worldwide. Due to this elite designation, educators from across the country seek out Candeo Peoria as a destination for observation and learning. “The School of Distinction designation establishes Candeo Peoria as a beacon — on a global scale — of learning equity, school reformation, and classical leadership,” said Becky Palisuri, head of school at Candeo Peoria. “Our school regularly hosts civic leaders, school administrators and teachers, parents and families and curious academics from across the country to showcase the effects of the Core Knowledge curriculum on our students. We fully believe this is what’s missing in education today.” Candeo Peoria’s impressive performance in academics, operations and finance qualified the school to replicate
its program in a second campus in the past year, located in North Scottsdale. The curriculum has already proven to advance students notably forward. In this inaugural year, students enter without having been taught a curriculum like this before,” said Koren Lane, head of school at Candeo North Scottsdale. “Its impact is astounding. What students are now able to know and do as a result of this program is readily apparent to them and their families. It just illustrates the point that what students learn from day to day and year to year — the content — cannot be left to chance. Core Knowledge truly allows all students to build necessary knowledge for academic and life success.” To learn more about Candeo Schools visit candeoschools.com. For more information on Core Knowledge curriculum and the Core Knowledge Foundation, visit coreknowledge.org.
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Student Chronicles BY PEORIA TIMES STAFF Know of a student doing something remarkable? Tell us about it! Email christina@timespublications.com. More than 4,700 Baylor University students have been named to the dean’s academic honor list for the spring 2021 semester. The dean’s academic honor list recognizes Baylor undergraduates for their outstanding academic work during each semester. Students honored on the dean’s list earned a minimum semester grade-point average of 3.70 with no grade lower than a “C”
while enrolled in at least 12 graded semester hours. Among those honored were Abby Michelle Kessen, who is studying in the Hankamer School of Business; and Abbye Grace Porro from the College of Arts & Sciences. Both are from Peoria. College of St. Mary in Omaha, Nebraska, has released its dean’s list and president’s honor roll for the spring 2021 semester. In total, 174 students were named to the honorary dean’s list, while 124 students made the president’s honor roll.
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of the 2020-2021 academic year. Students who achieve at a high level academically are recognized by the dean at the close of each semester. To be eligible for the dean’s list, students must complete a minimum of 12 graded degree credits in that semester. Each university school or college sets its own GPA requirements for students to be eligible to receive the distinction. Most call the honor dean’s list, but some grant the dean’s honor list and dean’s high honor list. The dean’s list included Atilano Escobar and Daniel Muller, both of Peoria. They are in the school of education.
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To qualify for the College of St. Mary dean’s list, students must earn a GPA of 3.5 or higher after completing at least 12 semester hours as a full-time student. For inclusion in the president’s honor roll, students must earn a 3.9 GPA or above. Honored were Micah Collins of Peoria. Collins is a senior who made the president’s honor roll while working toward a Bachelor of Science in occupational therapy.
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