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Tell us about your year as Student Council President. What do you think was your best accomplishment? Student Council is mainly about giving my school the best year possible, whether it is with a Talent Show, Buck-A-Jean days, or school dances. Our biggest accomplishment this year is probably the pep rallies we have had. It showed the sense of community at our school and everyone’s school spirit.

What has been your most memorable moment as Student Council President? My most memorable moment is having the ability to start and end each day with announcements/prayer.

Is there anything else that you are involved in at Saint Thomas Aquinas? I am currently a member of the St. Thomas Aquinas National Junior Honor Society.

You just got accepted into Brophy… tell us about that. I was accepted into Brophy with Honors, which shows how prepared every student is that leaves STA. Starting high school is a major step in life, and I am glad to know that I am well prepared.

What are you going to miss most about STA? I will miss the small community that St. Thomas has to offer.

Outside of school, what do you do for fun? Outside of school, I love to play volleyball, and hope to play in the Olympics one day.

How would your friends describe you? My friends would probably describe me as creative and outgoing.

Who/what inspires you to be a great kid? My family is my role model. I have at least one of the same qualities of everyone in my family. They make me who I am.

Do you have an idea of what you want to be when you grow up? I hope to one day be in the field of Sports Medicine.

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LEGO®. Everyone knows it. This classic toy has been a part of countless childhoods, and it has stormed homes everywhere with creativity. Although

LEGO® is technically a toy, it truly is a spectacular artistic medium. The Heard Museum has cultivated its latest exhibit around the idea of LEGO®, constructing intricate pieces that display pop culture and native Arizona landscapes. The main theme of the exhibit is to represent our great state in a way that has not really been done before, whilst creating a fun and interactive atmosphere. Another exciting feature of the exhibit is the emphasis on Native American culture. The combinations of all these factors are sure to pack a powerful punch.

The exhibit will run from May 24th to September 28th. Members of the museum are encouraged to

come at 10:00 am on Saturday, May 24; the event opens to the general public at 1:00

pm on the same day. All ages are welcome to come to this exhibit; it will truly be fun for the whole family. The Heard also plans to have corresponding events called “block parties” (pun intended), with food and entertainment, to go along with the colorful exhibit. These events will have interactive sections designed for the kids, even two year olds, to have fun and play. Admission follows as: Adults $23, students with ID $12.50, seniors $18.50, children 6-12 $12.50, and children 1-5 $5. Go escape the unbearable summer heat and explore this dynamic exhibit. A happy coincidence was the recent release of the LEGO® Movie, which helped develop the idea for this exhibit, although not entirely. This exhibit is truly going to be a wonderful experience that is redefining the art scene in Arizona, with the help of a few rectangular bricks, of course. z


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The durable power of attorney

is a fundamental tool to protect your assets. It allows you to name an agent to handle your assets, if you become ill or incapacitated, are traveling or unavailable for some reason. Even assets held in joint tenancy or community property require the signature by both owners. If either owner is incapacitated, then the other owner would be unable to make a necessary sale without a durable power of attorney. A spouse cannot help a sick spouse with access to a 401K or IRA without a durable power of attorney.

A power of attorney is “durable” if it remains effective even if the maker or principal becomes incapacitated. For a power of attorney to be durable, A.R.S. §14-5501 requires that it specifically say the power of attorney is not affected by subsequent disability or incapacity of the principal or lapse of time.” The principal can still revoke and change the power of attorney at any time, as long as the principal has capacity and understands the consequences of his actions and his finances.

The person you name to assist you with finances is your “agent.” It is a good idea to list an alternate agent in case the first agent cannot serve. For example, if you list your spouse as your agent, but your spouse is ill or injured too, then you need an alternate agent. It is advisable not to have durable powers of attorney contingent upon

your incapacity. You may need assistance while you have capacity but are too sick or injured to handle credit card companies or accounting departments yourself. Also, once you are declared incapacitated you lose the right to make legal decisions, including the ability to change your agent.

Durable powers of attorney are necessary even if a person holds his or her assets in trust, in order to have access to retirement plans, like an IRA, or to contract for services for health or personal care needs. z

Sharon Ravenscroft, Esq., The Cavanagh Law Firm, PA, with offices in Sun City and Phoenix, can be reached at (623) 815-7451 or [email protected]. For more information regarding wills, trusts, healthcare powers of attorney, premarital agreements, domestic partnership agreements as well as business law, see: www.sharonravenscroft.com.

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1 less stress and more time for everyone to enjoy the special day – this is the day you want to celebrate your child’s achievements. If your goal is to survive the frenzy of friends, family and well-wishers, give yourself a graduation gift

and leave the details to the caterer. You will look so much better in the photographs, relaxed and smiling, with a cold iced tea in your hand – rather than stressed out, wearing an apron and clutching a spatula.

2 caterers have experience creating memorable food ideas – caterers are experts at coming up with creative party ideas. A live, 360-degree action Starbucks Station? Check. Servers centered inside a 5 ft. table, shaking iced lattes or

juice drinks for your guests? Done. Or, how about a made-to-order Waffle Bar or Street Taco station? No problem. The right caterer can amp up the fun and create delicious food and memorable moments.

3 caterers know cool! – Want ideas to keep your guests entertained and engaged? Planners are always trend-spotting the newest party theme or toy. Some of the most popular graduation themes out right now include “It Takes a Village”

(think Disco, Village People costumes, Techno party). Another favorite is “The Orange Party” as in… Orange you glad we’re graduated?! Here, not surprisingly, everyone is invited to dress, breathe and eat all things orange. Caterers also have access to great décor/entertainment items for parties. How about a live Twitter Feed Wall, where friends can share and connect? Include a flavored oxygen bar in the hangout and your child’s friends may never leave!

4 relaxing vs. restocking – You have worked hard to get to this point. Enjoy your party without feeling the nagging anxiety that, instead of mingling, you should be restocking food, drinks, ice, or dumping trash. Your caterer will handle all of the

planning, set-up and (best part) cleanup. Trust me, it is a beautiful thing to wake up the next morning and realize all there is to do is go to brunch.

5 Share the experience – happiness loves company. Using a catering company is the perfect way to invite other families to share in your event. Why not share the love (and the costs)? Combining parties allows for increased budgets, great pictures

and a safer grad hang out. So give yourself the advice you have been saying to your students for years: “Don’t procrastinate!” Hire a caterer today, and don’t miss a single moment of creating unforgettable memories for your graduate. Call Amici Catering at (602) 866-1604. z

Right now, Lori Harlig is probably knee deep in cookbooks and nibbling chocolate chili popcorn with her family and Newfoundland Wonder, but you can contact her at [email protected] for more ideas on how to create an amazing graduation party that can be enjoyed by the whole family.

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the niGht runMay 10 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pmScottsdale Civic Center, 75th St. and Main St., ScottsdaleOld Town’s mystique coupled with the Plaza’s beautiful flower gardens and public art make

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Mother’s Day Finger Painting Fun at Pinot’s Palette Here’s a very special way for little ones to create a beautiful gift for Mommy or Grandma on Mother’s Day – finger paint a gorgeous, cus-tomized, floral painting at Pinot’s Palette...

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tatiana asadourianWins the maricopa county region 5 Spelling Bee

How did you feel when you won 1st place in the spelling bee?

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What was the word that you had to sell that got you the title?

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What is the hardest word that you have ever had to spell? The hardest word I had to spell

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Where is the most exciting place you have ever traveled? The most exciting place I have traveled to was Boston.

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A. Yes, campus tours are available for prospective or incoming students.

SCC’s campus tours are led by current students and last approximately one hour. Campus Tour guests are guided through campus and provided information about the many academic and extra-curricular options for students. The tour includes a peak into a classroom or two that aren’t in use, and the opportunity to visit all of the resources and student services on campus.

Tours are available every Monday at 4:00 p.m. and every Thursday at 9:00 a.m. Due to the need to schedule student tour guides, walk-in tours are NOT available. But, members of the community and potential students are always welcome on campus to walk around the grounds and get a feel for the beautiful surroundings and student life.

One of our points of pride on campus is Two Waters Circle, which represents SCC’s partnership with the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community and serves as a living outdoor biology lab. The space often is used as an attractive venue for student and college events, and is an

area where donors, friends, emeriti, students and employees are recognized for various contributions

to the college.

To schedule a tour, you are asked to submit a Campus Tour Request, which is available online by simply clicking the ‘Visit SCC’ link located at the bottom of www.scottsdalecc.edu or by visiting: http://www.scottsdalecc.edu/admissions/visit-scc.

If you have any questions regarding campus tours please contact Timothy Marrinan via email at [email protected] or phone at 480.425.6961.

Got a question for Scottsdale CC’s Artie the Artichoke? Send it to: [email protected]

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ShelBY Places 3rd at the health career display competition

q. tell us about hoSa and the recent achievement you just received.a. HOSA is an organization that is part of the Sports Medicine program and helps students prepare for their future in healthcare. I was recently awarded 3rd place out of 87 teams for the Health Career Display Competition at our State Leadership Conference. This allows me to travel to Nationals this summer in Orlando, FL.

At the State Leadership Conference I was voted into the position of AZ HOSA State Secretary for the 2014-15 term.

q. What is your favorite thing about your school? tell us about a great teacher that you have (past or present).a. My favorite thing about BUHS is the Sports Medicine program. I have two favorite teachers, Mrs. White, the Band

Director, and Mr. Jankowski, the Sports Medicine Teacher/HOSA Advisor. They both have allowed me to grow into the leader I am today.

q. tell us about the college you will be attending.a. I will be attending Grand Canyon University in the fall for their excellent nursing program

q. What do you aspire to be when you grow up? a. A nurse.

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BrYnne Bartlett Wins Great communicator award


q. do you think it was hard for you to get straight a’s in all of your classes this year? a. Sort of, because some of the concepts were confusing, but I was able to understand them with help from my teachers.

q. What is your favorite subject? a. Math and Social Studies - I like doing math and I like learning about history. We do fun activities in the classes.

q. When you are not at school what do you enjoy doing? a. I enjoy reading, sports, writing, and drawing. I also like

doing crafts, like Rainbow Loom and crocheting.

q. What sports are you playing right now? Which one is your favorite? do you play for your school or club? a. I just finished basketball for my school team. My favorite sports are basketball and volleyball because in basketball you are always moving around and thinking of where you are going to pass it. In volleyball, I like serving overhand and bumping it to someone else, then they hit it over, and then we score.

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q. tell us about your recent award for being a great communicator?a. I was very surprised when I got this, and was very humbled and honored to have received thisaward. This award is basically given to a studentwho acts as a open communicator in class. Who also asks the teacher helpful questions thatmay help other students understand what isbeing taught in class, and if needed, shareswith students who may have missed classroomassignments, instruction or discussion. Everyother Thursday, a student votes for one oftheir classmates who can get this award, ifchosen by the staff.

q. tell our readers about your recent talent show competition? What song did you sing? did you win?a. The talent show was more of a showcase of various talents of all the students who wished to participate at Odyssey. Everyone who participated that evening did such a great job in sharing and demonstrating their talents for all to enjoy and be amazed! I chose to sing a song from my favorite Broadway play- Andrew Lloyd Webber’s, “The Phantom of The Opera,” song title: “Wishing You Were Somehow Here Again.” Brynne is a 4th grader at odyssey Preparatory academy in Buckeye, az

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Jazmin Cantley is an energetic, spunky member of the Woodrow C. Scoutten/Tolleson Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Phoenix. She’s a talented athlete who keeps the Club staff and members smiling whenever she’s around.

q. how long have you been coming to the club?a. I started coming here when I was eight, so about six years.

q. What are some your favorite memories from the club?a. Well, volleyball is basically my life, so the day that we got to go to the Avondale Sports Complex was really fun. They have a huge soccer field and volleyball courts, basketball courts and dance studios.

q. You go to art academy of estrella mountain — what’s it like?a. I really love it! Most of the art that we do is performing arts like dance, choir and music. This year I’m taking 8th grade honors classes for all of our academic subjects.

q. Why do you think your club nominated you to be in in the zona this month?a. I think they like me here because I’m funny and can make everyone laugh, and I try to be a good person.

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q. What is the best thing about discover u?a. The best thing about Discover U is that I get to learn a lot of new things.

q. Who is your favorite baseball team to watch? Who is your favorite pro player?a. My favorite baseball team is the Arizona Diamondbacks. My favorite player is Paul Goldschmidt.

q. When you are playing baseball, what position do you play?

a. I like to be the pitcher when I play baseball with my brother and Dad.

q. how would your friends describe you?a. My friends would describe me a smart and funny.

q. do you have anything special planned for your Summer vacation? a. I’m going to summer camp this summer.

Pictured on right, Stephen Gouer is a Second Grader at discover u

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q. What are the benefits of enrolling in this program in high school? What sacrifices did you have to make to take the program?a. Monday through Friday I attend regular high school classes such as AP English IV and Animal Science, then on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays I go to Estrella Mountain Community College in the afternoons for the West-MEC EMT course.

I loved having the option of taking the course during high school because it offers me a head start in my career ambitions.

q. What are your career aspirations? how do you hope to achieve your goals?a. I’m going to the University of Arizona in the fall to get my bachelors degree in Physiology, and then I plan on continuing my education and applying to medical school.

q. Who has inspired you in your life and why? a. My parents and my older sister have been the biggest inspirations in my life. They have supported me 100-percent through every challenge. They continuously remind me of my goals and push me everyday to achieve them. I would definitely not be half the person I am without their support!

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boyS & gIrlS ClubS • pHoenIx Five-day summer camps are offered from one- to three-week sessions. Activities include the arts, sports and recreation, education, technology, skill-building, social recreation and field trips. Breakfast and lunch are included. Times and dates are subject to change, and prices are based upon income. Registration begins 9 a.m. Saturday, April 12, and spots are filled on a first-come, first-served basis. No registrations accepted the first week of the summer session. ageS: Kindergarten - Grade 12 CoSt: $50-$65 per week dateS: May 27 - Aug 7, 2014, tIMe: 7 a.m. - 6 p.m., dayS: Mondays through Fridays. 12 Valley locations. 602-954-8182, bgcmp.org

tHeater worKS SuMMer CaMpS • peorIaOur summer camps offer sessions for ageS 3-18 and take place at the beautiful Peoria Center for the Performing Arts. Our multiple sessions offer classes in musical theater to performance opportunities in full productions. All of our teaching artists are working professional from around the valley. Camps are geared to students with no experience to those performers with lots of stage exposure. Most camps are full day sessions. We offer before and after care options for parents who need more flexibility in their schedule. Every session culminates in a sharing or performance for friends and family.SeSSIonS begin May 27th– August 1st For more information on our camps please visit www.theater works.org623-815-7930

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SKore SuMMer day CaMp • youngtownSKORE Summer Day Camps are fun, interactive, and designed to offer your child a wide variety of organized recreational and educational activities. S.K.O.R.E. (Shaping Kids thru Organized Recreation & Education) builds bodies and minds, enriches character, and inspires ethics and self-esteem. Come have fun for a day, a weeK, or the wHole SuMMer! SKORE Summer Camp will be held at the Discover U Elementary School campus at 13226 N 113th Ave., Youngtown AZ 85363. Please visit skorecamps.org or call 480-747-5756 for more information. Not quite 5? No worries… contact Discover U directly at 623-974-4827 or discoverulearning.com for information about a summer camp for ages 3 and 4.

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camp around! Since 1950, we have been providing a wide variety of engaging and fun summer activities. Children choose their summer camp activities at Camelback Desert School. Swimming, gymnastics, yoga, chess, sewing, sign language, Spanish, digital photography, crafts, cooking, science, compass navigation, magic, animal care, and field trips are favorites. ContaCt: Call 480.451.3130 or visit camelbackdesertschool.com for more information. June 2nd – August 1st. 2 years – 8th grade. Don’t wait! Register now - our summer camp fills quickly!

Hubbard SportS CaMp pHoenIxJump - Play - Learn - Our amazing counselors are great role models as they teach your kids soccer, volleyball, basketball, archery, field sports, baseball and swimming. Make memories, meet new friends and stay off the sofa this summer. Come have fun with us and learn skills that will keep you active for a lifetime. Two new locations this year!type: Day age: 4.5 - 13 SeSSIon dateS: one week sessions, May 27 - August 8. Full Day (8:30-3:30) or Half Day (8:30-12noon) Extended stay available from 7:30am to 6pm. Visit our website HubbardSports.com or call 602.971.4044 for more information on our 4 Valley locations.

flIp dunK SportS • pHoenIxNot only are we the BEST trampoline park in town, but we also offer a one- of- a- kind camp experience for ages 3 –up. Whether you choose our “Wiggles and Giggles” camp for 3-5 year olds or our “Going Bananas” camp for 5-up your kids will enjoy a wide selection of activities. They will include arts and crafts, open jumping, relay races, gymnastics, scooter races, snacks, and a chance

to meet the Phoenix Sun’s Gorilla. Half day or full day options available. More information offered at flipdunksports.comtype: Day ageS: 3-13dateS: Monday-Friday, June-AugustContaCt: 602-277-0067

gIrl SCoutSarIzona CaCtuS-pIne CounCIlCaMp MarIpaI, SHadow rIM ranCH and wIllow SprIngS119 E Coronado, Phoenix 602-452-7000, camplikeagirlscout.comOur camps offer affordable, girl-centered pro-grams. Three overnight camps are located in the Prescott and Payson areas where girls cre-ate memories, make lifelong friends and learn new skills. Activities include horseback riding, archery, ceramics, rock climbing, dance, dra-ma, day trips and more! Girl Scouts builds girls of courage, confidence and character who make the world a better place. you don’t have to be a girl Scout to attend camp!

fIt-n-fun day CaMp • SCottSdaleFIT-N-FUN camps promote health and fitness while having a blast. Children 3-12 years of age will enjoy gymnastics, trampoline, group chal-lenge activities, obstacle courses, team sports, relay races, inflatables and much more! Flexible schedules and sibling discounts available. full day (9am-3pm) Half day (9am-12:30pm) available. A new action packed theme every week!SeSSIon dateS: May 27-30: Circus; June 2-6: Team Sports; June 9-13: Heroes; June 16-20: Adventure; June 23-27: Gold Medal; July 7-11: Splash Week; July 14-18: Rainbow Wars; July 21-25: Healthy Choices; July 28-August 1: Best of the Best.For more information on these camps go to: www.xtremegymnastics.com, (480) 596-3543

Sun devIl aqua Sport CaMp • teMpeOur Camp mission is to introduce campers to various water sport disciplines - swimming, diving and water polo and doing so in a safe and comfortable environment, open to any and all ages 7 to 13 (“8th grade or younger). The Aqua Sport camp is a camp that combines a unique blend of fun, while learning skills in these disciplines. Participation and effort as well as learning good techniques are components of this camp. Session 1: 5/27 – 5/30; Session 2: 6/02 – 6/06; Session 3: 6/09 – 6/13; Session 4: 6/16 – 6/20; Session 5: 6/23 – 6/27. Location: Mona Plummer Aquatic Center-Tempe, AZ Ages 7-13.www.sundevilaquasportcamp.com. For more information contact Camp Coordinator: Sonya Porter at 480.965.5661 or email [email protected]



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St. JoSepH’S youtH CaMp • nortHern arIzona (23 MIleS Se of flagStaff at MorMon laKe)This overnight camp offers lots of activities: Horseback Riding, Kayaking, Arts & Crafts, Mountain Biking, Archery, Hiking and includes Lodging, Food, R/T Transportation from Tempe, Camp T-Shirt, DVD of their activities and more! $548 for ages 8-15 to enjoy 6 days and 6 nights of camping fun! SeSSIonS begIn: June 22nd for ages 13-15, and June 29th for ages 8-12. More sessions available on website: www.SJyCaz.com. Also, Teens ages: 15-17 can train to be a Camp Counselor June 15-21. Training Fee is $198. Training includes CPR, AED,

Call to protect, Team Building/Leadership activities, all training materials and more! Space is limited in all sessions. Register Today at: www.SJyCaz.com or contact us at: [email protected] or call 480-449-0848.

IMagIne tHat! SuMMer CaMp paradISe valley35 years of having fun! 2013 azCentral highlighted “Imagine that!” as catering to kid’s interest in Metro phoenix. Over 30 specialty camps: elementary 7-11 yr olds: Hogwarts, Sciences, Fine Arts, International Dance, Campus News Reporter,Challenges, Mission Impossible, Minute to Win It, Shark Tank, American Girls, Indoor Sports, Digital, Celebrations, etc.5 to 6 year old camps: Magic School Bus Habitats and Dino’s, Art, Mixtures, Showtime, Kitchen Tales, Young Investigators, Space, Construction, Creepy Crawlies, preschool theme based camps for 3 & 4yr olds available.type: Day age: 3-11, Start date: June 2, Monday- Thursday: 3 week sessions, 9am-12pm-$270.00 or 9am-

3pm-$488.00, Early care available.Contact: 480-570-5234, bev@imagine thatsummercamp.com,imaginethat summercamp.com

CHeer, tuMblIng & danCe CaMp SCottSdaleArizona Cheer & Dance Academy has the best summer day camp around! We are an awesome cheer and dance program teaching cheer, tumbling & dance from basic to advanced levels. The cheer classes will include stunting, motions, jumps, dance and tumbling. The dance classes will include ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, acrobatics and hip-hop. At the end of the week participants will give a performance for friends and family. Age appropriate fundamental cheerleading, tumbling and dance skills will be presented in a safe environment. type: Day ageS: 3-18 SeSSIon dateS: One week sessions, May 28 – August 12, Monday-Thursday, 9am-3pm ($295). Visit our web page azcheeranddance.com or call (480) 495-5464 for more information. Location: Greenway Rd & 75th Street.

SuMMer Softball CaMp wItH CoaCH MIKe Candrea • tuCSon Southwest Camps, Inc. offers several Summer Softball Camps in June, 2014 for female softball players grades 4th – 12th. Expert instruction in Hitting, Pitching, Infield & Outfield play, Catching, Sliding, Bunting, Base Running and Throwing throughout Camps. Develop and refine softball skills working with U of A Coaching Staff, U of A Players & some of best clinicians in the country.

There is an Elite Camp for high school players, & Summer Camp that offers both Day Camp and Overnight in U of A Dorms for grades 4th-12th. Contact: Go to candrea.com or 520-299-1613 for more information and registration. Limited space available– Sign up today!

arIzona anIMal welfare league’S CaMpS • pHoenIxDo you have an animal loving child or a teen who is interested in career as a veterinarian? Then we have the perfect camp for you. Our camps feature hands-on interactions with a variety of animals while teaching basic in animal care, conservation and career options. Offered spring and summer, Camp vet and Camp vet advanced are for ages 12 – 17 , Camp ruffin’ It for ages 6-12, Junior animal Keepers Camp for ages 12-14. We now offer camp locations in Paradise Valley, Phoenix and Mesa. Space is limited Enroll NOW!15 N. 40th Pl., Phoenix, 602-273-6852, ext. 122, www.aawl.org/camps

reptIle enCounterS SuMMer CaMp SCottSdalePhoenix Herpetological Society’s weeklong camp is designed for students with a strong interest in reptiles and conservation. Each day campers explore a different reptile species in classroom and field sessions with hands-on interaction and observations with some of more than 1,500 animals at this working zoo and sanctuary. Discover the impact reptiles have in our environment. Why do we need them? What would happen without them? The answers are very surprising and unforgettable.type: Day age: 9-11, Series #1 / 12-14, Series #2. Session Dates: One week sessions, Mon-Fri (9:00am–3:00pm) May - August (see website for dates) phoenixHerp.com, 480-513-Herp, [email protected]




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Clown around wItH MatH day CaMpSCottSdale/pHoenIxImprove conceptual and computational math ability in conjunction with jokes and comedy bits! Students will deepen their understanding and improve computational skills using Singapore strategies. The morning will emphasize math games and activities. The afternoon will focus on clown camp where children will work to create their own clown character and work in teams to build a routine. Children will show off their new found clowning skills for parents on the last day of the session. ageS: children in grades 2-5. SeSSIon: Monday - Thursday, July 28 – August 7; half day ($220) or full day 8:30 – 3:30 ($395); extended day available for an additional fee. ContaCt: 602.570.1942 ext. 4, [email protected].

arIzona SunrayS gyMnaStICS and danCe SuperCaMppHoenIxageS 3 to 12 years oldsgyM: 3110 E. Thunderbird Road danCe Center: 13832 N. 32nd St. Ste. 162Boys and Girls. World-Class Gymnastics, Instruction, Dance, Karate*, Bounce House, Sports, Special Guests, Fun Weekly Themes, Swimming* (optional) and More! *Swimming during summer. Karate on selected days.Half Day (8:30am – 12:30pm)Full Day (8:30am – 3:00pm)Extended Care available from 7:30am to 8:30am and 3:00pm to 5:30 pm1 Week sessions, Daily drop in rates available. Visit our website for more details! Register online at arizonasunrays.comPlease direct your questions to the SUPERCAMP Director Kim at [email protected] or call 602.992.5790

frIendly pIneS CaMp preSCottNestled in the cool pines, Friendly Pines offers 30+ activities. Low camper/staff ratios. Carefully screened and selected staff. ACA accredited. An Arizona Tradition since 1941. type: Overnight ageS: 6-13 COED two weeK SeSSIonS – for boys and girls 6-13Session one: Sunday, June 15 – Saturday, June 28Session two: Sunday, June 29 – Saturday, July 12Session three: Sunday, July 13 – Saturday, July 26one weeK SeSSIonS – for boys and girls 6-10pioneer a: Sunday, June 15 – Saturday, June 21pioneer b: Sunday, June 22 – Saturday, June 28explorer a: Sunday, June 29 – Saturday, July 5 explorer b: Sunday, July 6 – Saturday, July 12trailseeker a: Sunday, July 13 – Saturday, July 19trailseeker b: Sunday, July 20- Saturday, July 26ContaCt: 928-445-2128 or 1-888-281-CaMp, friendlypines.com, [email protected]

HerItage Square SuMMer day CaMp a day In tHe lIfe • pHoenIxSeSSIonS & ageS: June 16 - 20, 9am to 4pm, Ages 6-8; June 23 - 27, 9am to 4pm, Ages 9-12, Cost $175 per child. Journey back in time to Phoenix in 1900 and experience A Day in the Life of a Victorian girl, an adventurous boy, a territorial doctor, a wealthy housewife, and a young maid. Try your hand at tons of activities like building a stethoscope, making jam and playing croquet. Information

at heritagesquarephx.org. Register by contacting Lindsey 602-261-8948 or email [email protected]. Heritage Square 113 N. 6th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85004.

art & Sol perforMIng artS prograM: “broadway bound!” SuMMer CaMp • pHoenIxweeK 1: June 2nd-6th weeK 2: June 9th-13th4900 E. Thomas Rd., Phoenix, 480-540-9208www.artandsolprogram.comJoin us, because we are… “Broadway Bound!” Our exciting summer sessions offer every child the opportunity to shine on stage! Children (K-8 grades) have an amazing experience writing an original script around popular Broadway songs (from “Matilda,” “Annie,” “Wicked,” “Hairspray,” and more!) They will have fun creating and performing their very own original play! Children will build self-confidence and stage presence with our fun improvisational acting games all week as well! This summer program is great for children new to performing, and excellent for children with experience.

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InternatIonal SCHool of arIzona • SCottSdaleAre you looking for a well rounded summer program? Would you like your child to be exposed to the world? If yes, the International School of Arizona Summer Camp is the place for you. Our camp is for children ageS 2-10, with focus on exposure to the French and/or Spanish language along with international culture. Camp offers activities including: foreign language instruction, creative movement, technology, art and brain games. Children can sign up for Half dayS (8:00am-12:00pm M-F) or full dayS (8:00am-3:00pm M-F), with an option for after camp care (until 5:30pm). Campers will be divided based on age. www.isaz.org, 480-874-2326



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toM Kuyper baSKetball CaMp • pHoenIxCome and see why thousands of kids have continued coming to Tom Kuyper’s Sports camps, now in its 30th year! Learn and apply all aspects of the game, improve your skill level, and have a blast! Tom Kuyper (ASU basketball player (1979-1983). ASU TV broadcaster, Suns TV broadcaster, and National syndicated columnist.)dateS: All summer long (11 weeks) starting May 27-August 8 loCatIonS: See website for locations CoSt: $170 per weekageS: Kindergarten thru 12th grade CaMp HourS: 9:00am-4:00pm; extra gyM tIMe: 7:00am-5:00pm lunCH: Bring your own or buy camp lunchregister: www.tomkuyperbasketball.com, (602) 995-8877

Sun devIl SoCCer CaMpS! • teMpeThere are several soccer camps to choose from, Half-Day and Full-Day options, as well as Keeper/Striker Camp, and Team Camps. So if you are looking for a fun, yet challenging environment to improve your game, Sun Devil

Soccer Camps are the place for you! There is a spot for everyone no matter your skill level. type: Day age: 6-16Half Day (8am-11am)/Full Day Camp (8am-2pm): June 2-6 • June 9-13June 16-20 • June 23-27NEW! Water activity time for Full Day - Slip ‘N Slide, Sprinklers, and More!Keeper/Striker Camp (6pm-9pm): June 23-26ContaCt: [email protected] for more information.SundevilSoccerCamps.com

brIdleway StableS SuMMer CaMp SCottSdaleSummer horseback riding camp at Bridleway Stables is fun, educational, and exciting and students leave with memories for a

lifetime. And always safety first!SeSSIonS: May 27-30; June 3-6; June 10-13; June 17-20; June 24-27; July 8-13; July 23-26. ageS: 5-18 yrs. Camp sessions run from 8am-11am with 1 hour of riding instruction, 1 hour of hands on activities with the horses and 1 hour of educational games and crafts. You can also join us for Lunch Bunch 11-12:30. Campers are grouped by age and ability. We have well trained lesson horses, qualified instructors and a comfortable facility with an air conditioned lounge. Bridleway Stables is near 96th St. and Cactus. 480-659-8389 or 847-612-0298

art and arCHIteCture CaMp at franK lloyd wrIgHt’S talIeSIn weSt • SCottSdaleSign up now for the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation’s Summer Art and Architecture Camps. We offer a wide range of classes for students in Grades 2-12 that encourage kids to tap into their creative energy and imagination. All full and half day camps are held at Taliesin West, Frank Lloyd Wright’s legendary home and architectural laboratory in Scottsdale, AZ. Campers can choose from a variety of classes that allow them to work with pottery, get captivated by model building, explore figurative sculpture, improve their drawing skills, or capture stunning photography at Taliesin West. All our hands-on architecture-based activities

challenge campers, encourage originality and innovation. Keep math, art and science skills sharp and most of all, “Have Fun!” regISter onlIne: www.franklloydwright.org/about/CampsandClasses.htmlContact Shawn for more information. [email protected] type: Day, age: 7-18, Start date: May 26, 480.627.5355

SCrIbble 2 SCrIpt • SCottSdale & arCadIaChildren that develop strong handwriting skills have a distinct advantage over other children throughout their academic career. Since 2003 Scribble 2 Script has helped over 1250 children develop the skills necessary for a lifetime of academic success. Skilled instruction with 1:1 attention helps your child learn correct letter formation, improve their pencil grip and develop fine and visual motor skills all with fun, memorable teaching methods that significantly improve handwriting legibility and build confidence. Don’t let your child continue to struggle with their handwriting. CALL: 480-614-1232 and schedule your evaluation today. ageS: 4 & up. MORE INFO: www.scribble2script.com


buIldIng wItH toy brICKS SuMMer worKSHopS • pHoenIx Bonanza Education has partnered with the Heard Museum to provide four weeklong one-of-a-kind summer programs with four components of fun based on the exhibit BUILD! Toy Brick Art at the Heard, on display this summer. perfect for ages 7-13! Each week, kids will do: • General Building Activities • Stop-Motion Animation • Museum Tour • Art Expression with LEGO® bricks as MediaMonday-Friday, June 2-27, 8:30 a.m. to noon, $95 Heard Museum members, $110 non-members, Deadline: May 30. Register at heard.org/build or call 602.251.0212. LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group, which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this exhibit or workshops.



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wHISKed away KId’S CooKIng CaMp • pHoenIx Do you want to be Whisked Away? Come join us for Kid’s Cooking Camp this summer! Whisked Away offers 4 SeSSIonS during the first two weeks of June for ages 3 and up. Budding chefs will be cooking of course, but they will also be working on kitchen confidence, kitchen safety, table manners and table setting. Ages 3-6 sessions are 6/3-6/6 OR 6/10-6/13

from 3pm-4:30pm. Ages 7-11 session is 6/2-6/6 from 9am-12pm and ages 12 and up is 6/9-6/13 from 9am-12pm. Visit our website for more info at

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greaSepaInt • SCottSdale All Greasepaint camps are appropriate for ages 6-14! All are taught by professional artists and teachers! Camps run 9-3 everyday with aftercare available until 5pm.June 2nd-6th: you’re funny! Focus on improv and sketch comedy!June 9 -13th: Showstoppers Dance numbers from favorite Broadway shows!June 16- 20th: glee I Pop music and dance made popular on the hit show!June 23-27th: wild things!!! Stories and songs featuring our favorite “beasts and monsters” from the stage!July 7th-25th: dr. dolIttle Jr! 3 week camp ends with fully produced public performances on July 25th and 26th! Set, costumes, props!! $525 or $575 after April 15th. All one week camps are $160 or $180 after April 15th. Online registration at www.greasepaint.org or call 480-949-7529

new way aCadeMy • pHoenIxNew Way Academy offers a five-week intensive academic program for K-12 students. Our K-8 programs provide individualized academic instruction in reading comprehension, writing, speech therapy and math. High School programs focus on financial literacy and executive functioning skills. Fun and engaging afternoon programs are also offered in robotics, graphic design, Minecraft, sewing, emotional intelligence and more. Course descriptions and enrollment available online at www.summer.newwayacademy.org. Enrollment ends May 16th.

dISCover SuMMer youtH CaMpS at gatewaypHoenIxGateWay Community College offers a variety of

fun, educational summer experiences for your children, ages 5 to 19. Your children can explore a new skill, interest or career, and in some cases earn college credit. This summer GateWay has camps in automotive, business, healthcare, industrial safety and science. Some offerings start as

soon as May. Visit us online for an application and more information at www.gatewaycc.edu/discover

or call (602) 286-8672 to learn more about: Camp geckos, Ages 5–12build a business Camp, Ages 13–15Science Camp, Ages 13–15 automotive academy, Ages 16–18Healthcare academy, Ages 16–18Industrial Safety academy, Ages 16–19

teSSeraCt SuMMer CaMp • paradISe valleyInnovative. Inspirational. Tesseract Summer Camp! Ignite your child’s imagination and creativity. one weeK SeSSIonS, ageS 3-17, June 2nd – August 8th Tesseract Summer Camp offers a variety of unique themes each week to appeal to each child’s individual interests. Every camp is staffed by a qualified educator and offers the perfect balance between recreation and education. Campers get to explore a multitude of interests, such as 3-D cultural art, Minecraft, American Girl Doll, Olympic Sports, Video Game Design, Spanish Immersion and many more… Open to children valleywide. Tesseract Summer Camp is for campers age 3 to 17 and is offered from June 2nd to August 8th. For more information or to register, visit www.tesseractschool.org/tesseract-summer-camp or contact Sylvia Hutchinson at 480.991.1770 or [email protected]

HI-fIve SportS CaMp • SCottSdale & pHoenIxHi-Five groups campers in their own “Division” by age grouping. We then form teams from these divisions and assign each a college name and a team coach. Then campers spend the day doing what they love most... playing team sports. Almost everything within an air-conditioned environment. For parents, it is about keeping

their children active, healthy, and happy, but for the kids summer means no school, non-stop sports, and a lot of fun. loCatIon(S): Scottsdale (ICE DEN) and Phoenix (PARADISE VALLEY CHRISTIAN PREP) Ice den: Weeks of June 2; June 9; June 16; June 30; July 7; July 14; pvCp: Weeks of May 27; June 2; June 9; June 16; June 23; July 7, July 14, July 21. ageS: 4 through those entering 6th grade CoSt: Ice Den $265 /PVCP $240 (early bird). Weekly team play in basketball, baseball, volleyball, football, team handball, floor hockey, soccer, lacrosse. for More Info: www.hifivesportsclubs.com

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FOSTERING TOMORROW’S STEM INNOVATORS AND LEADERS

visit us @MadisonHighlandPrep.org

Madison Highland Prep1431 East Campbell Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85014

Office: 602-745-3800Fax: 602-745-3899

ENROLLING NOW - 9TH & 10TH GRADE FOR AUGUST 2014

COLLEGE & CAREER PREPARATIONMHP’s rigorous curriculum includes STEM courses, Honors courses and Advanced Placement courses to prepare students for college and universities.

ARTS & LANGUAGESMHP provides students with instructional and performance opportunities in band, chorus, visual arts, and drama and production. Language courses o� ered in Spanish, Mandarin, Latin, and French.

ROBOTICS TEAMSMHP’s Robotics Programs include VEX, Seaperch, and Zero Robotics sponsored by NASA & MIT.

ATHLETICS PROGRAMMHP’s Athletic Program includes football, volleyball, boy’s and girl’s basketball, boy’s and girl’s soccer,baseball, softball and cheer.

STEM-ENGINEERINGIn partnership with Project Lead The Way, MHP o� ers a world-class Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics curriculum.Students will create, design, build, discover, collaborate and solve problems while applying what they learn in math and science.

As temperatures continue to rise and pool season is in full swing, SRP Safety Connection™ wants to remind you to

stay safe around the pool. Dozens of children and adults needlessly drown each year in the Valley. Some survive; however, many suffer lifelong disabilities due to brain damage from lack of oxygen.

Keep tHeSe tIpS In MInd durIng tHe SuMMer and tHrougHout tHe year: • Always watch children around any body of

water. Designate a water watcher.• Install and maintain a fence around your pool

with a self-closing, self-locking gate.• Take swimming lessons and learn CPR.

Pool SaFetY

tiPSrecommends Swimming lessons for CHIldren aS well aS adultS

SRP has partnered with the Phoenix Fire Department and Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona (DPCA) to educate the public how to perform CPR on adults, children and infants in the event of a near drowning or cardiac arrest. In the video, Phoenix firefighters give step-by-step instructions for administering CPR in English and Spanish. To view or order the CPR video, go to www.srpnet.com/safety or call (602) 236-5646. z

For more information about the SRP Safety Connection program, go to www.srpnet.com/safety. City of phoenix aquatics lifeguard trey

wilson holds 18-month-old emme Castro during a swimming lesson.


623-302-8898 • mytutorphoenix.com

The Common Core is here! Is your child ready?

SUCCESS FOR ALL STUDENTS

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Buckeye, AZ 85326 623.386.9700

Graduation Ceremonies to be held at the Goodyear Ballpark

Buckeye Union High School May 22, 2014 8:00pm Estrella Foothills High School May 23, 2014 8:00pm Youngker High School May 23, 2014 8:00am

BUHSD Learning Center May 21, 2014

7:00pm Promotion Celebration- 751 N. 215th Ave. Buckeye, AZ

“If you can imagine it, you can achieve it. If you can dream it, you

can become it.”

- William Arthur Ward

by laura petersen, M.a.e.d.

✹Summer School claSSeSCourses are often less

crowded and assignments more con-densed, allowing students to: catch-up, stay engaged, and get ahead.

Be sure to look at what the local community college has to offer! Most credits can transfer toward a future 4-year degree.

✹academic Summer camPS or Summer ProGramSAcademic summer programs are terrific for

keeping kids academically engaged, and often times without their realizing it! When do normal K-12 students learn about the engineering behind building a robot? Likely never!

But in summer programs, kids gain valuable hands-on experience learning how things work, interacting with college professors, and meeting other great kids. Note: Also a rich source for future letters of recommendation!

✹tutorinGMany parents report significant gains in knowledge, understanding, and comfort levels

after summer tutoring. From in-home to in-center, from private to group, do a little research and see what is the best fit for your child and his/her situation.

✹Parent-directed ProJectSDesign projects, experiments, and investigatory activities to keep your kids academically engaged

at home! Search through the plethora of books by subject and grade level from a local library or bookstore. Consider teaming up with another family too. z

Summereducation

how can i keep my kid academically engaged In tHe SuMMer?

“Practice isn’t the thing you do once you’re good. It’s the thing you do that makes you good.” –Malcolm Gladwell


most important skills employers look for in future employees. This dual reality may seem daunting, but it is possible to instill into your student that public speaking is not only a necessary skill for future employment, but a vital tool for empowerment. A freshman competitor on the speech and debate team entered this year disillusioned with competitive public speaking because of the anxiety and pressure he felt when public speaking. Enter, “P.M.R.V” – preparation, mental recalibration, and visualization; factors independently valuable to becoming an effective public speaker, but producing the best results when done in unison.

1 preparatIon: Practice, over and over, and over again.

2 Mental reCalIbratIon: Restructure your mindset to focus on how the practice sessions or

the strategic development of arguments make you prepared to succeed.

3 vISualIzatIon: Visualize movements, vocal inflection, volume level, and hand gestures before

the speech begins.

Under this model, the student went from finishing in last place at two tournaments in December and January, to being part of the Grand Canyon University team that won a national championship this spring.

These strategies can be taught to and internalized by any student at almost any grade level with a little work, and the results of putting these strategies into practice will not only make students more prepared for future careers, but it will make that graduation speech a little less stressful. z

Each spring, one of the most anticipated events is graduation.

While the throwing of caps is a seminal moment

enjoyed by many; there is a different, more anticipated moment experienced by few: delivering a graduation speech. A breeze for some, a University of Texas study highlights a conundrum – public speaking is the most common fear among Americans, despite being ranked as one of the five

educator corner

barry regan is a communications professor in the College of arts & Sciences, as well as the Speech and debate team director, at grand Canyon university.

SPANISH IMMERSIONPROGRAM

Prepare your child to be bilingual by 4th grade. Space is limited for the 2014 – 2015 school year.

TOUR MADISON HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY TODAY!

602.664.7800 or madisonaz.org/heights-elementary/The college of you.

An EEO/AA institution.www.scottsdalecc.edu | 480.423.60009000 East Chaparral Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85256

SCOTTSDALE COMMUNITY COLLEGE A great place to begin your college experience.

R E G I S T E R F O R

Summer & Fall

Scan QR code with your smartphone to get started or visit our website.

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We’d love to be yourSCHOOL LUNCH

provider!

2 entrees and a salad option daily breakfast, lunch & snack options ingredients are all whole grain, fresh/frozen no preservatives or added sugars a la carte cheese pizza offered daily we do all the administrative work to make it easy for you we participate in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP) (CACFP) we also participate in the Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) we are A+ School Lunch certified with the AZ Dept. of Education pricing starts at $3 for lunch (K-8) and $2 for Preschool & Daycare

www.nutritiononeslp.com 623-846-6800At Nutrition One we understand the importance of a nutritious and delicious school meal. Our goal is to provide nutritionally balanced meals full of great tasting quality ingredients.

FOOD RULES! PROGRAM

At our Food Rules! Events we invite the students

to try something totally new. Each month we

will highlight a new food item and create a recipe packed full of delicious,

local and good for you ingredients. Yum!

WHAT WE OFFER:

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