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Phoenix Children’s breaks ground in Glendale BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Children and families need and deserve world-class pediatric health services, right in their own communities. That was the resounding theme of the groundbreaking ceremony of Phoenix Children’s Hospital’s Arrowhead Campus on Nov. 9, where president and CEO Robert L. Meyer addressed community and business leaders, elected officials, and Phoenix Children’s staff and patient families. The new campus, located at 18701 N. 67th Avenue, Glendale, will offer a full suite of pediatric health care through its 180,000-square-foot hospital and 45,000-square-foot multi-specialty clinic. SEE HOSPITAL PAGE 3
From left to right, Catherine Anaya, master of ceremonies; Dr. Heather Menzer, Phoenix Children’s orthopedic surgeon; Stephen Garner, CEO of Abrazo Arrowhead Campus; Robert L. Meyer, president and CEO of Phoenix Children’s; and Dylan and Melissa McQueen, Phoenix Children’s patient family, break ground at Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Arrowhead Campus. (Submitted photo)
Westgate tenants nervous about Coyotes’ departure BY NICOLE DAY
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Westgate Entertainment District businesses are preparing for a shift in visitors as the Arizona Coyotes’ departure nears. On Aug. 19, the city of Glendale announced it will not renew the hockey franchise’s operating agreement at Gila River Arena come season’s end, marking the end of a partnership dating back to the early 2000s — a partnership that has seen a succession of arena managers and short-term leases over the last five years. Citing conversations between the team and the city in 2020, Glendale City Manager Kevin Phelps said he informed the Coyotes’ management that the city would
not extend the current arena lease past 2022 unless it involved a long-term commitment from the NHL club. Jay Jawad, who owns Crepe House Café at Westgate, said he will miss the traffic from the games. “I think the Coyotes being here brought a really good crowd,” said Jawad, whose business opened in 2020. “It sucks that they are leaving.” The staff at RazzleberrieZ Frozen Yogurt sees an influx of customers after concerts and hockey games. “We get impacted by events, especially toward the end of the night, when people want desserts. People don’t usually SEE WESTGATE PAGE 6
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Services will include inpatient care, an emergency department, state-of-theart imaging, inpatient and outpatient surgery, and a multispecialty clinic offering expanded services in more than 25 specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics and behavioral health. Dr. Heather Menzer, orthopedic surgeon and sports medicine physician at Phoenix Children’s, spoke at the groundbreaking ceremony. “This new campus means that West Valley kids can receive surgical and medical care from clinicians who know exactly how to treat injuries and illnesses in children, how to place an IV in a tiny patient and how to handle seizures and other scary medical situations,” she said. “Pediatric-specific care is important because kids are not small adults. They have different needs, medically and developmentally, and they deserve care that’s right-sized for them.” Meyer added, “Children who require specialized treatment for heart conditions, cancer or mental health challenges can visit our clinic here on this campus.” The value of pediatric-specific care closer to home is something that cannot be overstated, according to Melissa McQueen, Sun City resident and mom to three children, including 13-year-old Dylan, who was born with dilated cardiomyopathy, a congenital heart condition. “During Dylan’s first year of life, my husband and I spent many days either in a hospital clinic or living inpatient with our son,” she said. “The drive was long for us and, subsequently, that was more
Glendale Mayor Jerry Weiers, fourth from right, and city councilmembers join Dylan McQueen, second from right, and Melissa McQueen, far right, for the groundbreaking. (Submitted photo)
time taken from our other children and our family life overall. It would have been life altering to have care close to home for the appointments happening multiple times per week.” The multispecialty clinic will open in spring 2023. The hospital will follow a year later. Phoenix Children’s is investing $134.7 million in the new campus, which will support 76,000 an-
nual visits and bring nearly 500 jobs to the West Valley. Phoenix Children’s Hospital – Arrowhead Campus is one of three West Valley projects the health system has announced in recent months. According to Meyer, it’s all part of a multifaceted strategy to bring care closer to home for local families. SEE HOSPITAL PAGE 4
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“Maricopa County is No. 1 in the nation for population growth,” he said. “The West Valley, especially, is booming. The population is projected to grow at twice the national rate over the next five years — and kids represent a big part of this growth. They deserve the very best health care.” Over the summer, the health system broke ground on Phoenix Children’s – Southwest Campus, a freestanding emergency department and multispecialty clinic in Avondale. And in January, Phoenix Children’s Sports Medicine Clinic will open at The BLVD in Avondale to address the needs of young athletes. Phoenix Children’s West Valley expansion represents an investment of $200 million and more than 650 jobs. “For families in the West Valley, this means no driving to Phoenix, no delays in medical care, and access to clinicians working here in this community who have dedicated their lives to car-
ing for kids,” Menzer added. “These are the same doctors and nurses who have helped Phoenix Children’s earn Best Children’s Hospital rankings from U.S. News & World Report for 11 consecutive years.” For now, Phoenix Children’s leaders are keeping an eye on growth across greater Phoenix and are preparing to
HSK and Kitchell team members join Phoenix Children’s Russ Korcuska, David Cottle and Robert L. Meyer to break ground. (Submitted photo)
announce new sites of service. In the meantime, they’re focused on building their West Valley campuses. “We can’t wait to serve families in this community,” Meyer said at the conclusion of the ceremony. “It’s an
important day for us at Phoenix Children’s and for the West Valley. We are grateful for the people and partners who have helped us get here, and we look forward to playing a larger role in this vibrant area.”
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A customer throws an axe at Lumberjaxes in Glendale. Coyotes games offer the business a boost. (Photo by David Minton)
come in the morning or afternoon,” said Hailey Giddens, a shift leader at RazzleberrieZ Frozen Yogurt. “People often hang out around here, and we are a really good business and make sure everyone has a good time.” Opa Life Greek Café sits in the center of Westgate, near the courtyard. The departure will affect the business. “They will never be able to make up for the 40-plus games that people came in for,” said Alan Krier, an employee at Opa Life Greek Café. “People came in before the game and after the game. This is going to hurt us pretty bad.”
For Glendale’s side, Phelps said a study by North Phoenix-based research firm Applied Economics showed 20 events of 10,000 or more attendees would have the same economic impact on Westgate as the Coyotes’ 43 home games. Other businesses, like Lumberjaxes, are not concerned. Jarrett McDonald, the general manager for the local ax-throwing facility, said, “We enjoy having the Coyotes here. It was a nice boost for business on a normal weekday. Them leaving is obviously going to hurt this area of town, but we are not too worried busi-
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Ramirez named new board member for West-MEC BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Juan Ramirez was sworn in as the new board member for West-MEC, a career and technical education school district serving the West Valley, on Nov. 8. Ramirez was sworn in by Maricopa County School Superintendent Steve Watson in front of his family and WestMEC representatives. “West-MEC is a really important district,” Watson said. “What we’re talking about in education right now, what works for kids is career and technical education, project-based learning. We need good individuals on our local school boards to help set and drive good policy for our
districts, including West-MEC. Juan’s going to be phenomenal, supporting the kids and the policies that help these kids grow in the CTE programs.” Ramirez, a lawyer and an electrical engineer, represents District 1. WestMEC’s Governing Board is a policy-setting board of seven members, following the same rules and regulations as all Arizona public school district governing boards. “I’m very excited for this opportunity to help the teachers and students achieve their educational goals,” Ramirez said. “I look forward to building relationships with students, teachers, community and various stakeholders of this organization.”
Superintendent Steve Watson, right, swears in Juan Ramirez. (Photo courtesy of West-MEC)
Flu season may further impact Red Cross blood supply BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF As the holidays approach and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns about a potential spike in flu cases this year, it’s important that those who are eligible, healthy and feeling well make an appointment to donate blood. The American Red Cross continues to address an ongoing emergency blood shortage, and donors are urged to give now to combat the lowest blood supply levels at this time of year in more than a decade. According to the CDC, flu cases reached an all-time low last year due to masking, physical distancing and shutdowns across the country, and many Americans may have reduced immunity this year. When seasonal illness increases, the number of healthy blood donors tends to decrease. Paired with winter weather, busy holiday schedules and ongoing COVID-19
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Mask mandate makes Las Vegas an even bigger zoo BY DAVID LEIBOWITZ Glendale Star Columnist
If you want to conduct an experiment in the sociology of pandemic behavior, try a quick jaunt to Las Vegas. Always a petri dish for freaks, Sin City has gotten stranger in these strange times since it continues to have a mask mandate for everyone, vaccinated or not, gathered indoors. That’s Vegas. They’ll take your money until you’re bankrupt. They’ll bring you free booze until your liver ceases to function. You can jump in the car and drive 70 miles to a legal brothel. But if you expose a nostril, the blackjack dealer immediately summons security. “Mask, sir! Mask!” has replaced “Come on, seven!” as the new soundtrack in every casino I wandered into last week. Given that I don’t gamble anymore, you can only imagine how much people-watching I did to pass the time. It was either that or go see Barry
Manilow in residency at the Westgate. That ranks somewhere between a colonoscopy and an Arizona Coyotes game on my lousy pastime scale. These days, there are four kinds of people when it comes to mask-wearing: “Who Me?” Guy. Everywhere in every casino, there’s signs saying you must wear a mask. Another social cue: Literally everyone else in the building is wearing a mask. Yet “Who Me?” Guy somehow fails to pick up on this. Admonished, “Who Me?” Guy stares blankly, not unlike a house pet asked to do quantum physics. Then it clicks: Me. Face. Mask. “Who Me?” Guy digs deep into a pocket and, lo and behold, produces a crumpled mask, which he dons. Life as we know it resumes — until he splits a pair of tens and his fellow blackjack players maul him to death. OK, I made that up. But it would be a helluva spectacle.
“The Kvetcher.” Visiting from Boca, Mrs. Horowitz is as happy to wear a mask as she is to explain her compromised immune system. She has “the asthma” and rheumatoid arthritis, plus “my nephew, the doctor, doesn’t like how my blood sugar looks.” The mask is no fun — “it itches my face like you wouldn’t believe” — but it’s necessary, because “we do this trip three times a year, and that I could not miss.” But: “Oh, this inflation. I remember when a shrimp cocktail was 99 cents and those shrimp were as big as your fist.” Now? “Meh! And they water down the cocktail sauce.” “The Outlaw Josie Whines.” Mask, schmask. They don’t wear masks back home. Masks are for wussies. The outlaw has done his research, too, and he knows “this whole COVID thing is BS!” He’ll wear a mask if they make him do it, but not until he lets everyone within 30 feet know it’s under protest. Masks are “because Biden, because Fauci, because the drug companies, be-
cause the liberals, because our Founding Fathers, because Let’s Go Brandon, because freedom…” Because go lick a doorknob, genius. Opposed on the political spectrum — yet equally annoying — is “The Virtuous One.” She hails from LA. Three things in life she will not do without: A Louis Vuitton bag large enough to conceal a body. Her Gucci mask. And her Resting Pelosi Face — the one that proclaims she is silently judging exactly how superior she is to you. “The Virtuous One” wears her mask everywhere: In the casino, outside in the valet line, in her Prius driving alone, in the shower, and tonight … In the front row at Barry Manilow. Certain things in life I will never understand, including why people pay to listen to Manilow sing “Mandy,” the rules to pai gow poker, and why a thin strip of cloth can make grown adults behave like children. David Leibowitz has called the Valley home since 1995. Contact david@leibowitzsolo.com.
With end to Daylight Saving Time, it’s about time for ‘fall back’ BY J.D. HAYWORTH
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You might regard this column as a form of bedtime story, just devoid of the opening words, “Once Upon a Time.” Instead, this concerns the way we keep time. The two words “fall back” were music to the ears of residents in 48 of our 50 states early on Sunday, Nov. 7. When clocks struck 2 a.m. in time zones across the USA, they were moved back an hour, to 1 a.m. — or, as most everyday folks did it, by setting their clocks back an hour when they went to bed Saturday evening. Consider it “chronological recompense,”
restoring the hour of sleep that was taken last March, when the return of daylight saving time (DST) prompted a “spring forward.” Of course, those of us in Arizona didn’t lose any sleep over this. That’s because the Grand Canyon State — like Hawaii — stays on standard time year-round. To out-ofstate family, friends and business associates, “Arizona time” is usually explained in this fashion: “When you’re on daylight saving time we’re on ‘LA time.’ When you’re on standard time, we’re on ‘Denver Time.’ The only ex-
ception comes on the Navajo Nation, in the northeast region of the state; it goes to DST, too!” Whatever aggravation arises in offering the above explanation is rationalized away by recalling the absence of changing our clocks and altering sleep habits in Arizona… unless you find yourself visiting the Navajo Nation. What prompted Arizona to remain on standard time throughout the year? It’s tempting to tell a tale described as a combination of political intrigue and special interests. Actually, it’s a bit less sensational than that. When the 1966 Uniform Time Act
was passed by Congress and signed into law by President Lyndon B. Johnson, it ended the random way in which the states had been observing DST. The act stipulated that states must change to daylight saving time on a specified date or remain on standard time throughout the year. Arizona in 1966 differed greatly from Arizona today. With a less-populated state in the mid-’60s, there was more farming and ranching. With limited technology, there were fewer entertainment options. Accordingly, two of the most powerful lobbies were the Arizona Cotton Growers and the Association of Drive-In Theatre Operators. SEE HAYWORTH PAGE 11
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Simply stated, those agrarian and entertainment interests realized that starting movies around 9 p.m. in the summer months would impair farmhands’ ability to show up for work early in the morning. That argument prevailed in the state Legislature, and Arizona remained on standard time. Arizona’s Barry Goldwater may have challenged LBJ for the presidency in 1964, but the 1966 law which gave states the power to opt out of DST if they so desired proved — well, “timely.” The act was vindicated in another fashion by the Commonwealth of Virginia, according to the late Rep. Herb Bateman. In the mid-1990s, Rep. Bateman welcomed his GOP colleagues to Virginia’s First District for a Republican Retreat. Herb proudly called his district “America’s First District,” because it included Jamestown, site of the first permanent English settlement that eventually became the United States. Prior to serving in the U.S. House, Rep. Bateman spent a dozen years in the Virginia state Senate. Recalling lessons he learned in Richmond, Herb emphasized that arriving at a political decision, even if controversial, was infinitely preferable to dithering and delay. What galvanized his outlook was the
reticence of Virginia legislators to deal with a dilemma that dogged the Commonwealth before Bateman ever ran for public office — deciding whether his home state would opt for daylight saving time. Not wishing to anger constituents, the House of Delegates and the state Senate left the DST decision to Virginia’s 95 counties. As a result, some counties adopted daylight saving time; others stayed on standard time; and a handful “compromised” by moving their clocks ahead by a half-hour! The Uniform Time Act of 1966 ensured that Virginia would have to decide, and the Old Dominion legislators finally did so, determining that the Commonwealth would find common ground through daylight saving time, putting an end to the “counterfeit compromise” of letting the counties decide. Today, 19 states have decided that they want a permanent time change, passing resolutions to provide for yearround daylight saving time. Arizona and Virginia are not among them. Could it be that we fear Bob Dylan’s old refrain? “The times… they are a-changin’.” J.D. Hayworth worked as a sportscaster at Channel 10, Phoenix, from 1987 until 1994 and represented Arizona in Congress from 19952007.
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Kitchen center islands are homes’ junkyard BY JUDY BLUHM
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Have you ever wondered, what is the real purpose of the kitchen’s center island? Ponder this question no more, dear readers, as I think I have found the answer. It is a place to collect, stack, put, place, spread, leave, toss and lose things! It is a trap for all things unrelated to cooking. Handy to have, stylish to look at, expensive to build and a musthave for all truly gourmet chefs, these center islands could be the root of all evil. Perhaps I am overreacting a bit, because I know if my husband, Doug, has his way — which he usually does — the center island in our kitchen becomes his own private workstation.
Objects that suspiciously look like tools and medical devices have made their way into my cooking space, not to mention papers and mail. This very vital cook-center has become a “man-center!” A woman emailed me to say that her exquisite granite center island is always piled high with kids’ papers and her family’s “stuff” and she hasn’t seen the top of it in a few months. A builder told me that his wife wants him to “demolish” the center island in their kitchen because it is just “attracts junk,” which, she claims, is mostly his. Hey, this sounds drastic. I have shown houses with gourmet kitchens that have beautiful natural stone surfaces adorned with a few strategically placed pieces of muse-
um-quality pottery. Fresh cut flowers in an elegant vase, an open French cookbook, something exotic being prepared, a bottle of fine wine opened and half-empty standing next to the cook’s wine glass are about the only objects that can be seen on these elegant countertops. I have tried this. It lasts for one day. So, what am I to do with a pair of hemostats tossed into my silverware drawer? And how is it that my good knives end up in the garage? What is duct tape doing under my sink? The garage and kitchen are nothing more than blended workspaces! Yikes, I’m being invaded in my own house, and if I’m not careful my kitchen will look like an ad for Tools Illustrated. A lady did email me to say that she found her husband’s electric
drill “menacing” her pantry, with “drill bits lined up in a neat little row as if they had found a new resting place.” She said the garage is “spilling into her kitchen” and she’ll “fight to the end” before that happens. Hmmm. Sounds like a “space war” to me. Maybe just get a big box (to put all the stuff in) and a bottle of fine wine (to call a truce). As for the bigger battle? Let’s enjoy the beauty and functionality of our center islands and strive to keep the tools out of the kitchen and the utensils out of the garage. I have more to say on this topic, but wait, is that Doug walking into the garage with my good stainless tongs? I better run. Judy Bluhm is a writer and a local Realtor. Have a comment or a story? Email her at judy@judybluhm.com.
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Midwestern University promotes 3 from leadership team BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Midwestern University revealed new roles and responsibilities for members of its leadership team. Dr. Joshua C. Baker was promoted to senior vice president and chief academic officer, adding oversight and management of admissions and research and sponsored programs on the Downers Grove and Glendale campuses to his duties as chief academic officer for pharmacy, optometry and veterinary education. Baker has been with Midwestern University for eight years and previously served as the dean of the Arizona College of Optometry and as vice president and chief academic officer, pharmacy, optometry and veterinary
education. As an Army major, Baker was deployed in Al Asad, Iraq, and received the Bronze Star. Baker earned his bachelor’s degree from Ithaca College, earned a Master of Science in secondary science education from Syracuse University, and graduated magna cum laude from the Illinois College of Optometry. Angela L. Marty is Dr. Joshua C. Baker Angela L. Marty Daniel Tapia now senior vice president, human resources and administra- including communications and special ty’s highest honor for faculty, staff and tion, with management responsibilities events, library, media resources, safety alumni. He earned his Master of Sciand security, risk management, institu- ence degrees in project management tional research, and occupational safe- and information systems management ty and health. from the Keller Graduate School of Marty has been with Midwestern Management and is completing a DocUniversity since 1996 and previously tor of Education degree in organizaserved as vice president, human re- tional leadership. sources and administration and direc“I always cherish the opportunity tor of human resources. She earned her to celebrate and recognize members Master of Arts in organizational lead- of our community who have excelled ership in 2016 from Lewis University. in their leadership responsibilities and Daniel Tapia was promoted to vice fulfill our mission of academic excelpresident, operations, after serving as lence,” said Dr. Kathleen H. Goeppingdirector, project management, and as er, president and chief executive officer Thursday (11/25) to Friday (11/26) assistant vice president, project man- of Midwestern University. Friday (11/26) to Saturday (11/27) agement. “I am very proud of the caliber of Tapia has been with Midwestern Uni- leadership that Midwestern University versity for 18 years and is a recipient enjoys thanks to these special individof the Littlejohn Award, the universi- uals.”
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areer and technical education (CTE) courses allow students to explore career options and gain certifications while attending high school. Although myths about CTE courses have been circulating, there are many benefits to practicing a career in the trade fields, especially with so many job opportunities available.
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While a four-year college degree is necessary for some occupations, numerous careers in the technical fields and in the health care industry do not require it. Within these fields, certifications and associate degrees can open doors to high-paying jobs with opportunities for growth. According to the U.S Department of Labor, CTE certifications generally lead to jobs with average salaries ranging from $40,000 to $77,000. It also found that eight years after graduating, CTE students earned higher median salaries than students who did not have a CTE focus. CTE occupations are also in high demand, especially coming out of a pandemic, resulting in an abundance of job opportunities for students as soon as they graduate high school.
Career and technical education courses provide high school students the opportunity to explore career options and gain certifications prior to graduation. (Photo by courtesy of West-MEC)
Myth No. 2: CTE is for low-performing students There is a stereotype that a career focus in technical education is for poor-performing high school students who are unable to pursue college because of a lower grade average. This could not be further from the truth. In fact, the U.S Department of Education found that CTE-concentrated students’ graduation rate is higher than that
of their peers. Also, the 2021 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) showed the highest high school science scores in the nation were earned by CTE students. CTE students also have the ability to multitask to keep up with fast-paced learning. Several courses taught at the local
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idwestern University’s Glendale campus, near Loop 101 and 59th Avenue, is home to Arizona’s largest medical school and the state’s first veterinary college. The campus has seen steady growth since 1995, adding new colleges, graduate degree programs and community clinics. With more than 13,000 alumni health professionals and over 40% practicing in Arizona, the university helps address critical health care concerns statewide. New academic programs have been added to address current health care trends. The College of Health Sciences now offers a Master of Science in nursing and post-master’s certificate in adult-gerontology primary care nurse practitioner (AGPCNP), a Master of Science in nursing in nurse leadership in global health, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice program with AGPCNP and nurse executive tracks. These provide advanced training and credentials
via online education for licensed and experienced bachelor-degreed registered nurses, with minimal on-campus requirements. The College of Graduate Studies added two dual-degree programs — a Master of Public Health and a Master of Arts in precision medicine for personalized disease prevention and treatment. New and current Midwestern students have the option to earn one of these new master’s degrees while completing their doctoral programs, with the master’s degree coursework taken primarily online and scheduled over summer quarters to coordinate with their health profession courses. On the Clinics campus, the Midwestern University Therapy Institute joins the Dental Institute, Multispecialty Clinic, Eye Institute, Companion Animal Clinic, and Equine and Bovine Center, bringing important services and advanced technology to the community. Offering physical and occupational therapy, brain injury treatment, vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation, sports vision performance
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training, clinical psychology and speech-language pathology — now also offering bilingual services — the Therapy Institute provides a variety of integrated treatments for all ages. Patients also have a unique new health care partner, with the first CAREN in Arizona. The CAREN — Computer Assisted Rehabilitation Environment — is the most advanced biomechanics Midwestern University Therapy Institute’s CAREN — Comlab and immersive virtual puter Assisted Rehabilitation Environment — is the first of system to address com- its kind in Arizona. The virtual reality system aids in diagnoplex, neuro-physical con- sis and treatment of complex health conditions. (Photo courditions affecting vision, tesy of Midwestern University) balance and physical abilities, such as O.D., FAAO, medical director. stroke and Parkinson’s disease. For more information on the Mid“We’ve invested in this technology western University Clinics, visit to provide patient-first care and the mwuclinics.com/az or call 623-537top resources for our community, and 6000. For details about Midwestern advanced professional training for University academic programs, visit our students,” said Kaila Osmotherly, midwestern.edu or call 623-537-3215.
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ALLEYLIFE is a nonprofit organization that provides premier services to individuals with disabilities to enhance their quality of life. The agency does so by enriching their lives with rewarding experiences We are currently looking for caregivers throughout the Phoenix metro and valuable opportunities — and enarea including Glendale, Peoria, Phoenix and Scottsdale. abling them to live a life with choices, independence and dignity. VALLEYLIFE services are delivered Applicants must pass a through caring and dedicated staff, specialized programs and advocacy. We are currently looking for caregivers background check and drug throughout test. VALLEYLIFE provides residential the Phoenix metrotransportation area including is Glendale, Peoria,services, day services, home- and comReliable required. munity-based services, and vocational Phoenix and Scottsdale. services to people with disabilities. Residential services operate 26 group Please apply at www.valleylifeaz.org homes, which function like traditional Applicants must pass a background check and family homes, throughout the Phoenix
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metropolitan area. Day services provide programs designed to improve independent living, social and recreational skills, and offer opportunities for community involvement. Home- and community-based services provide valuable support to people with disabilities and their families in the comfort of their own homes. Vocational services provide opportunities for people with disabilities to obtain and maintain meaningful employment through job search and placement, job coaching and development, and training opportunities. VALLEYLIFE members’ diagnoses range from physical, developmental and cognitive disabilities to behavioral
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he Airman & Family Readiness Center at Luke Air Force Base offers myriad workshops and other programs for DoD military, AFR, ANG, military retirees, DoD civilians and their eligible family members. In other words, anyone with base access. While visiting Luke Air Force Base, stop in and take advantage of the fabulous programs offered at your Airman & Family Readiness Center. The next annual Luke Air Force Base Job Fair will be announced soon and will be held at Club Five Six, 14000 W. Eagle Street, Building 161, Luke AFB. Hosted by the Airman & Family Readiness Center, the event is open to anyone who has base access. Network with more than 70 local and national employers, have on-site interviews, visit with airline industries, and inquire about health care and top government
agencies. • Career enhancement programs: The Department of Labor TAP Employment Workshop is held for separating and retiring members and their spouses. The workshop details job search strategies, networking, resume writing, interviewing, VA benefits and more. The mandatory program officially started in January 2013. “Marketing Yourself for a Second Career” is a professional lecture for officers and senior NCOs leaving the military. Learn about salary negotiations, benefit packages, networking and resume writing to help compete for jobs in the marketplace.
• Mandatory pre-separation counseling briefing on separation/retirement entitlements. • Discovery Resource Center: Resources for relocations, transition, employment, housing, schools and more. • AMVETS: Provides medical records screening and assistance with VA disability claims • School liaison officer: Addresses educational issues involving military c h i l d r e n and youth in the local school community • Military & Family Life Counselor Program (MFLCs): MFLCs are here to listen and available to help service
members, spouses, family members, children and staff. The MFLC Program provides confidential support for a range of issues, including relationships, crisis intervention, stress management, grief, occupational, and other individual and family issues. • Financial Management Programs: Some of these programs are available to active-duty military only. • Family readiness programs. • Relocation readiness programs. • Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is designed to provide support to military family members with special needs. EFMP Services include a variety of personnel, medical and family support functions. For more information, contact the Airman & Family Readiness Center at 623-856-6550 or 56fss.fsfr@luke. af.mil or visit its Facebook page, Luke A&FRC. The address is 7282 N. 137th Avenue, Building 1113, Luke AFB, AZ 85309.
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Monthly Dept. of Labor TAP Employment Workshop Next Career Fair to be • Discovery Center - Resources for relocation, transition, employment, housing, schools, and more! Announced • Transition Services (Active Duty to Civilian) - Mandatory Separation\Retirement\Preseperation Counseling - Mandatory 5 Day Department of Labor TAP Employment Workshop - Employment Assistance - SBA quarterly Boots to Business Workshop - Higher Education Training - Resume Writing and Federal Employment Workshops
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VALLEYLIFE members’ diagnoses range from physical, developmental and cognitive disabilities to behavioral health diagnoses, age-related conditions and traumatic brain injury. (Photo courtesy of VALLEYLIFE)
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each member it serves. Founded in 1947, VALLEYLIFE has been serving the greater Phoenix area for 74 years. For more information, visit valleylifeaz.org or contact Dede Houston at 602-216-6328.
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IRES is committed to providing person-centered services of the highest quality to children and adults with disabilities, as well as the elderly. Founded by Vivian Taylor in 1978, AIRES is proud to serve over 400 people across the state of Arizona. While employed as an educator in the 1970s, Taylor had the opportunity to work with students with special needs (this was before the days of modern special education). She realized that the supports being offered to her students were inadequate. What Taylor discovered when she walked into that classroom appalled her. Instructors weren’t certified. There was no organization. No curriculum. No expectations. She determined that she would be an advocate for change and worked hard to improve the lives of people who have developmental disabilities. AIRES was the result of that hard work and commitment. The deeper she delved into Arizona's history of neglect in the field of de-
velopmental disabilities, the more determined she became to make people aware of conditions and to rally support for changing the system. Taylor had a favorite saying: “I touch one strand and the whole web dances.” That concept of personal impact, of making a difference one person at a time, inspires our vision. The AIRES values are inspired by Taylor’s commitment to doing the right thing. We aim to provide legendary human services by consistently promoting these values: Empowerment — Make it happen Mutual respect — Be nice Passion — Love what you do Accountability — Own it Teach — Lead by example Honesty — Always have integrity Yes We Can — Never give up All of our activities and decisions, from direct care to administration, are directed and guided by these values. We work hard to continually champion these values, to make them a real and constant influence in our professional and personal lives. Our employees are
dedicated to carrying on Taylor’s legacy. Our approach to providing services can be summed up this way: We care for the people we serve like we would care for our very own family members. Central to our approach to providing services is the concept of person-centered services. What are person-centered services? They are supports that are designed and delivered based on the needs of the individual. We don’t believe in applying pre-packaged or recycled behavior treatment plans or developmental outcomes. Instead, we believe in approaching each person’s needs individually, discovering their abilities and needs, and then tailoring a solution or program that works for them. Person-centered service goes hand in hand with the concept of self-determination and dignity of risk. AIRES believes that all human beings are entitled to the right of self-determination. Each individual should be given the opportunity to make decisions and to experience the consequences of those decisions. Dignity of risk is a concept that pro-
motes individual expression and decision making. In practice, dignity of risk is the process wherein a person with a developmental disability tries new things, discovering new interests and activities. Whether or not a person has a disability, there is a possibility of failure. But there is dignity in being self-assertive; there is dignity in the struggle to grow as a person. We work with our families to manage that tug of war between “what’s been comfortable” and “what might be possible.” The AIRES values and services embody the concepts of self-determination and dignity of risk. We invite you to tour any one of our independent living settings, group homes, day programs or vocational rehabilitation programs and see for yourself the AIRES difference. We’re confident that you’ll discover a place where you know that needs are carefully considered. We hope that you’ll find AIRES to be the next best thing to your own home. Contact us atwww.aires.org or 1-800540-2050 for more infomration.
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outfit accordingly.” It is very important to wear clothes that you are comfortable in. If you
wear something tight, revealing and ill fitting, you might be apt to fidget and continually adjust your clothes during the interview. Silva emphasized how important your choice of clothes has on your state of mind, commenting, “When you dress sharp and wear a nice suit, you will feel better about yourself and you will project confidence.” If you are unsure of the definitions for business casual and traditional business attire, Silva suggests going online. “Pinterest is a great resource. … It gives you visual examples,” she said. “In additional to Pinterest, there are many websites that offer ideas.” If you are still unsure, stop by the Career Services Center at Glendale Community College for assistance. Whether you are seeking your first job or changing careers, the team at GCC Career Services can assist you with your job search.
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ou never get a second chance to make a good first impression. This is especially true in a job interview. Your goal in the interview is to impress your prospective employer with your skills, positive attitude and drive. Appearance can play a big part for in person and online interviews. If you don’t dress appropriately, it can negatively impact your chances of landing the position, even if the interview is online. “This does not mean that you need go out and buy a new wardrobe filled with designer fashions. Simple, tasteful, clean and pressed will do the trick,” stated Izelle Silva, director of Career Services at Glendale Community College. “Another thing you should do is to ask yourself this: Is what I’m wearing going to be appropriate for the company I’m applying at? Here is where
The career counseling center at Glendale Community College offers assistance. (Photo courtesy of Glendale Community College)
a little research goes a long way. Find out if the dress code is business casual or traditional business and select your
Western Maricopa Education Center (West-MEC) district are taught at an accelerated pace and students are enrolled in these classes while simultaneously completing their standard high school curriculum.
Myth No. 3: CTE programs are not for college-bound students All students can benefit from CTE programs, even if they are planning a career that requires traditional education through college. Students can complete CTE programs and earn certifications before graduating high school. CTE students are also more likely to persist and complete their higher education faster than their peers because these students did their career exploration in high school rather than college. In addition, CTE districts like WestMEC have partnered with community and state colleges for a dual-enrollment program allowing students to earn college credit for CTE courses
Myth No. 4: CTE students don’t have a plan after high school Whether is it a post-secondary education or pursing additional certifications, CTE students are more likely to have a post-high school plan than their non-CTE peers. CTE programs are a great tool to test-drive a career and help plan for a future in the field of choice. When students determine which career path they want to pursue, their CTE experience will give them an advantage of formulating a plan for further education or career opportunities. CTE courses are a great option for any student looking to gain marketable skills. Highly motivated students who want to learn a skill set, whether they plan to attend college or not, will be successful in this path of study. CTE certifications provide a wide range of job opportunity in high-paying career fields, oftentimes recession-proof industries, that have a high demand for new and qualified talent.
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nce you look inside a Westside Head Start classroom, you’ll quickly see we are educating our children in an effective and innovative way. It’s much more than the content of the curriculum that is important — critical areas of focus like relationships and routines are all intended to create a safe and welcoming environment where they can grow. The schools offer programs for young students from 12 months to 5 years old for both onsite and home base options. The teachers and faculty work with children and parents to maximize the learning
potential of each student. Parents will even share positive achievements they see at home because of Head Start. Simple tasks like washing hands, gathering utensils and serving their own food help to develop motor skills and establish healthy eating habits. These are just a few examples of what makes a WSHS classroom different. Everything here serves an important purpose to prepare a child for lifelong love of learning. Westside Head Start is a growing nonprofit organization that serves all of those, regardless of faith, across the Valley; and we are enrolling new students and families. Catholic Charities also offers a num-
ber of unique career opportunities, and we are hiring preschool teachers, assistant teachers, behavioral health specialists, among many other openings — apply at westsideheadstart. org. Catholic Charities is a place where miracles happen every day in the lives of more than 22,000 individuals every year. Join us in the incredible work and be Westside Head Start schools offer programs for young stua miracle to someone dents from 12 months to 5 years old for both on-site and today. home base options. (Submitted photo)
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shaped education across America, many students followed the “expected” path: complete primary education, earn a high school diploma, and transition into a career or further learning. Now, after an unexpected year (or more) of online learning, many students are embracing more nontraditional routes for their education and considering new options for life after high school graduation. A valuable first step for high schoolers is envisioning the future they want. “Looking at different avenues and taking an interest inventory really help with the exploration process,” said Morgan Champion, head of counseling for Pearson Virtual Schools. “I recommend completing a career cluster interest survey, which are widely available online for free, to give guidance on which types of careers align to your interests and skills, such as a service-related or scientific field.” Next, consider these choices and tips for preparing for life after high school from alums of fully online K-12 schools Connections Academy and Reach Cyber Charter School.
Beyond the traditional four-year college degree, there are many ways students can progress toward a longterm goal or successful career. Community or two-year college is an option for some because it’s often closer to home and tuition can be more affordable. Others enroll in a trade school or secure suitable jobs and step directly into the workforce. Some graduates enlist for military service, while others take some time off to figure out their next step before making a move. Keeping an open mind about all options is something graduate Angel Bennett supports fully. The flexibility of online learning allowed her to get a jump on her college education. She earned an Associate of Arts degree and Associate of Science degree through her local community college before graduating high school, giving her an edge in admission to her top choice four-year college. She now attends a private liberal arts college and is well on her way to a career fueled by a passion for clothing and inclusive fashion design. The ambitious pace served as inspiration to Bennett’s younger sister, as well; Amber completed her own Asso-
ciate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees as a 14-year-old high schooler and will start attending a private fouryear university at 15 as she simultane-
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Peoria Chamber hosting 3rd annual golf tourney for first responders BY SCOT ANDREWS
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he Peoria Chamber of Commerce is hosting its third annual First Responders Charity Golf Tournament on Monday, Jan. 31, 2022, at Blackstone Country Club at Vistancia. Last year’s event was a complete sellout in the midst of the COVID-19 restrictions, and the event generated $10,000 to support our police and fire organizations, demonstrate gratitude, and show ongoing commitment for their tireless work. We recognize the significant impact associated with the work our police and firefighters do, and dedicating this event is our way of showing our appreciation for each of them, their families and the risks they take each and every day to protect us. The Peoria Chamber of Commerce is proud, excited and energized to again partner with Law Enforcement Specialists, the title sponsor for the third year in a row. We work alongside generous sponsors and volunteers whose
Scot Andrews, Peoria Chamber CEO and president, and Councilmember Bridget Binsbacher present the First Responders Cup to James Willis, Joey Smith, Jason Tarrant and Amanda Gaines of the Peoria Police Department. (Submitted photo)
visions align with the mission of our tournament. Law Enforcement Specialists CEO Bonnie Lucas and her team believe in
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the sacrifice and dedication our first responders bring to our community every day. We look forward to another engaging, fun event with LES and demonstrating our appreciation and respect for — and, of course, dollars gifted to — our first responders. Lucas founded the security firm to address this important need of “putting the law on your side” by providing the resources to coordinate police officers for off-duty work. “The success of LES is only possible because of our brave police officers — they are the best humans on this earth.
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Don’t be afraid to act on your dreams For some high school students, one of the most intimidating decisions to make is which colleges to apply to. However, law graduate Strider Kachelein, top of his undergrad class and top 4% in his law class at a prestigious institution, said to take that chance and apply to your dream school, even if you think you can’t afford the tuition.
Law Enforcement Specialists and the Peoria Chamber of Commerce support first responders. (Submitted photo)
We have the privilege of helping supplement their income by doing what they love while providing better lives for their families, reaching their financial goals and fulfilling their dreams,” Lucas said. Show your support and donate or volunteer to support this great West Valley and Peoria event! Registration is now open at peoriachamber.com/ events. Don’t golf? Sponsor a first responder to participate in the tournament. For more information on sponsorship and support opportunities, contact events@peoriachamber.com or call 623-979-3601. Kachelein, who started online school in sixth grade, knows paying for college can be challenging for many high school students and their families. He recommends researching financial aid policies first and carefully. “So many people believe they can’t get in and are shocked when they do,” Kachelein said. “Money can also be a big issue, but there are so many resources available, like the college match I applied to in high school. A key stat I also looked at while researching colleges was the school’s ‘percent of financial need met.’ There
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he purpose of education is knowledge, and the path it leads to is a career. Education equips individuals with the tools to be successful in a career. Yet, the transition from school to a full-time profession is not always a smooth one. Recent research showed that new employees found the shift from school to work challenging. The issue for many stems from increased accountability, networking with individuals from various backgrounds, and lack of hands-on experience. Career and technical education (CTE) successfully bridges the gap between academia and work. The CTE model consists of instruction, hands-on learning, work-based learning and leadership development. It promotes career readiness right out of high school. The engaging curriculum provides students opportunities in decision making, collaboration and
Guidance...continued from page 8 are a number of schools that will meet 100% of your determined financial need, which can make a world of difference. For example, at these schools, if your family is deemed unable to pay tuition, room or board, then 100% of these expenses are covered by the school.” High schoolers can reach out to their school’s college counselors to help navigate the application process.
Know it’s OK to take a break Pausing in the middle of one’s education is a practice that’s more common in other parts of the world but is growing in the United States. According to data from Pearson, nearly 17% of U.S. high schoolers were considering a gap year, which enables the graduate more time to evaluate options and priorities, save money and plan for the future. COVID-19 heavily influenced 2020 graduate Stormy Kaiser’s decision to take a gap year between high school and college. Choosing to accelerate her online curriculum allowed Kaiser
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skill refining. Take the West-MEC dental assisting students who volunteered at a free dental camp or the IT security students who built a fully functional server room. These experiences are crucial as students step into the workforce, having the knowledge and skills to become highly valued employees. If students plan on post-secondary education, CTE gives them a leg up through industry credentials and prior experience in the field. Results back up these bold statements; in the academic year 2020-21, 99.8% of West-MEC students completed their program and 96% of them earned industry credentials. Partnerships with state community colleges and universities promote success not only in career but also in higher education. Thus, through a rigorous curriculum, internships and leadership opportunities, West-MEC continues to prepare students today for tomorrow’s careers. to complete high school graduation requirements a year early, so even after taking the year off to realign plans the pandemic disrupted, she’s on schedule to enroll in a four-year college with her peers.
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Take advantage of career-related coursework in high school Nontraditional school models often offer nontraditional curriculum options, like career and technical education courses, that students can put to work right away. For example, Amya Meekins, who also graduated high school a full year early, took business classes at her online school that helped her learn about contracts, finance and other elements to successfully start and run her own business. She now runs a boutique in addition to being a performer and motivational speaker. She’s also nearing completion of her second book, all as a 19-yearold undergrad pursuing her first college degree.
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Glendale Chamber Education Committee on the move
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he Glendale Chamber of Commerce has been working hard to make valuable connections in the West Valley. Through a strategic partnership with Glendale Community College (GCC) and Friendly House social service nonprofit organization, the chamber has applied for a $50,000 grant through the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) that will create credential attainment opportunities for the West Valley’s BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, people of color) workers. “This project is especially exciting for us in that it touches the core of what our mission is, to make valuable collaborative connections with businesses and educators to create a diverse and qualified workforce,” said Amber Wilson, senior director of public policy, education, workforce and strategic initiatives. Amber goes on to say that she also oversees the chamber’s Diversity, Eq-
uity & Inclusion Committee and feels that both programs of work will be positively impacted by this partnership. If awarded, the core team, which comprises partners from GCC, Friendly House and the chamber, will work over an 18-month period to develop a roadmap for continuing to increase credential attainment for BIPOC GCC partnered with Friendly House and the Glendale individuals with the Chamber of Commerce to apply for a $50,000 grant goal of creating a pro- through Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. (Submitted photos) gram that will be sustainable long term. resource allocation for education The Education Committee works remains a top priority. with traditional institutions of higher The Glendale Chamber of education and vocational training part- Commerce is a private, nonners to develop programs tasked with profit, membership-driven ormeeting the needs of business. Addi- ganization comprised of nearly tionally, the committee focuses on ad- 1,400 business enterprises, civic orgavocating at local, state and federal lev- nizations, educational institutions and els to ensure appropriate funding and individuals. Its mission is to provide
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Flexible scheduling is one of the most commonly cited advantages of online school among enrolled students. The extra free time can have big implications for students planning their futures, especially if they use the time to explore career choices. That’s exactly what Becky Bressen did, shadowing a music therapist at the urging of her brother, who is a physical therapist. After initially feeling the career wasn’t for her and attending college with plans to become a music engineer and producer, a music therapy class made it into her course list, and it clicked for her. Right after college, she built a successful music therapy program from scratch at a hospice facility and finds her current role highly rewarding. For more information about fulltime online public schools, and tips for making post-graduation decisions, vis-
When COVID-19 upended college plans for students across America, Kaiser knew she wasn’t alone. Even so, she never anticipated how using an unplanned year to regroup could benefit her future. Initially, Kaiser planned to start her pre-med journey at New York University, but after seeing the effects of the pandemic in urban areas, she shifted focus. A year of recharging and self-exploration, writing short stories and volunteering took her in a new direction. She now plans to attend Baylor University, where she’ll double major in chemistry and mathematics as a premed student. Due to her time management skills, personal diligence and involvement in volunteer opportunities, she was offered scholarships at many colleges and universities — a whopping $600,000 overall. She is now on her way toward becoming a neurosurgeon.
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Diamond Jim’s provides premier service, popular prices BY ROY SCHOTT
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any people wish for the days when stores with individual owners cared if they were delighted with their service experience. Well, wish no longer. Diamond Jim’s Jewelry has gone one step beyond its already five-star service. Diamond Jim’s Jewelry has always featured a master goldsmith in each store. That means jewelry is repaired personally, in the store, under the watchful eye of quality inspectors. Customers are always assured of the finest-quality repairs, sizing and stone settings, done right the first time and at a fair price. Each goldsmith station has conventional goldsmithing tools, as well as state-of-the-art laser welding equipment for the most demanding repairs. In his quest to set the bar for industry-leading service, owner Diamond Jim has added an in-house
watchsmith, who is a master at performing full service, repairs and rebuilding of mechanical, automatic and quartz watches. No longer will treasured watches need to sit in the back of a dresser drawer. Bring them to Diamond Jim’s, where we will restore them to cosmetic and mechanical perfection. Clients can wear and show off their treasured time pieces again. Jim has, for more than 34 years, been a jewelry store owner. He personally curates the jewelry displayed in his stores and attends multiple jewelry shows annually. Jim travels biannually to Antwerp, Belgium, to personally hand-select the diamonds for his stores. He is obsessed with attention to detail and providing the highest-quality customer service experience for everyone. For more information, visit Diamond Jim’s Jewelry, 10001 W. Bell Road, Suite 127, Sun City; call 623-977-2299; or log on to DiamondJims4Diamonds.com.
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rizona Automotive Institute has been training technicians for more than 50 years in the heart of Glendale. Throughout those five decades, AAI has remained in its original site, thanks to major renovations and upgrades for students. Arizona Automotive Institute offers vocational career training in automotive service technology, diesel/heavy truck, combination welding, HVAC and basic refrigeration, and electrical. AAI provides short-term programs — a year or less — tools, laptops, uniforms and PPE, and a flexible training schedule so students can have a work-life balance. The program includes hands-on training, academic advising and career coaching. Students learn to build purposeful relationships with employers and community partners. The campus boasts training labs, classrooms, career services, academics, admissions, financial aid services, student services and learning resource center. In addition to the vocational training, AAI is the host center for an accredited
high school diploma program, through one of its education partners. By earning a high school diploma, prospective students have the opportunity to complete admission applications to any of its training programs. School officials attribute their success to AAI’s core values of integrity, customer service, innovation and growth. Faculty and staff members are trained and empowered to create positive experiences for students. The campus attracts students with a variety of backgrounds, but one thing is common: They obtain guidance as to how to overcome life-related barriers, earn a certification, and thrive in a trade that is in high demand. The Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges accredits AAI. The school is licensed by the Arizona State Board for Postsecondary Education, Veterans Training and Vocational Rehabilitation, and it’s approved for training services for the State Department of Vocational Rehabilitation. For additional information, call Arizona Automotive Institute at 623-934-7273 or visit aai.edu.
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Summit Electric Supply opens service center BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF Summit Electric Supply is celebrating the opening of its new Glendale service center with 10 weeks of drawings, giveaways and special offers. “Our customers have another 10 great reasons to visit our new location,” said Jesse Forman, service center manager. “As a member of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, we look forward to being a part of the local community.” The service center is at 10100 W. Montebello Avenue, Suite 160, behind Topgolf and American Furniture Warehouse. The 7,700-square-foot facility features a full counter, refreshment area, and a will-call desk for phone and
online orders. “The Phoenix market is experiencing high growth, and we are happy to be located right in the heart of it,” Forman said. “And having proximity to our Phoenix distribution center means we can quickly get the products our customers need, when and where they need them.” “Expanding within the market al-
lows more electricians across Phoenix to experience the Summit Advantage,” added Mitch Edmonson, operations manager.
Summit Electric Supply’s 7,700-squarefoot service center features a full counter, refreshment area, and will-call desk for phone and online orders. (Photo courtesy of Summit Electric Supply)
Battin hired as branch manager at Waterstone Mortgage BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF National mortgage lender Waterstone Mortgage Corp. has hired Amy Battin to lead its new branch in Glendale. With more than 20 years of experience in the mortgage lending industry, Battin has worked as a senior proces-
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Tillman Foundation receives namesake’s jersey BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI
Glendale Star Executive Editor
The Arizona Cardinals Football Club, along with the Pat Tillman Foundation and United Service Organizations (USO), hosted a ceremony to present Cardinals legend and U.S. Army Ranger Pat Tillman’s jersey prior to the Nov. 14 Cardinals-Panthers game at State Farm Stadium. The NFL donated the jersey to the Pat Tillman Memorial USO center at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, where it hung from 2005 to 2021. With the closing of the airfield, the USO is transferring the jersey to the Pat Tillman FounPUZZLE ANSWERS
dation in Arizona. Cardinals owner and Pat Tillman Foundation board member Michael Bidwill was on the field for the presentation with several members of the Pat Tillman Foundation. Two of the most recent Tillman Scholars — U.S. Army veteran HyeJung Park (2020) and U.S. Marine Corps veteran Michael Hall (2021) — were also recognized during the ceremony. Tillman was selected by the Cardinals in the seventh round (226th overall) of the 1998 NFL Draft out of Arizona State. He defied odds to become a three-year starting safety and set a franchise single-season record with
224 tackles in 2000. Following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Tillman turned down a three-year contract and left the Cardinals prior to the 2002 season to enlist in the U.S. Army with his brother, Kevin. He was killed in action on April 22, 2004, in Afghanistan. His No. 40 jersey became the team’s fifth retired number, and he was inducted into the Cardinals Ring of Honor in 2006. The Pat Tillman Foundation identifies remarkable veterans and military spouses as the next generation of leaders and helps them scale their impact as they enter their next chapter of service beyond self through academic scholarships, lifelong leadership development, and a global community of peers and supporters. For more information on the Pat
Tillman Foundation and the impact of the Tillman Scholars, visit pattillmanfoundation.org. The USO strengthens America’s military service members by keeping them connected to family, home and country throughout their service to the nation. At hundreds of locations worldwide, the USO is united in its commitment to connect service members and their families through countless acts of caring, comfort and support. The USO is a private nonprofit organization, not a government agency. Its programs, services and entertainment tours are made possible by the American people, support of its corporate partners, and dedication of its volunteers and staff. To join them in this important mission, and to learn more about the USO, visit USO.org.
The NFL donated a Pat Tillman jersey to the Pat Tillman Memorial USO center at Bagram Airfield, Afghanistan, where it hung from 2005 to 2021. With the closing of the airfield, the USO transferred the jersey to the Pat Tillman Foundation in Arizona at the Nov. 14 Cardinals game. (Photo courtesy of the Pat Tillman Foundation)
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As a child growing up in Glendale, Fabian Renteria sketched T-shirts and dresses. It was prophetic, as recently he introduced his first fashion collection in Los Angeles as part of the annual FIDM Debut Show. Presented by the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, the event spotlights the work of FIDM students graduating from the advanced fashion design program. Renteria was one of nine students selected for the prestigious show in 2021. “It was very exciting and even more nerve -racking,” said Renteria, who graduated from Deer Valley High School in 2014. The heavy vinyl line was inspired by “Mortal Kombat,” with a “futuristic warrior” look to it. The red in his collection represents the bloodshed. “I honestly felt it would have been silly if it was ‘Mortal Kombat’ and that’s it,” he said. “I was going deeper into what it means. For the actual story, these characters’ stories are entangled about what they’re fighting for. One story in particular stood out, that of Kitana, the princess of her native land who never knew her true identity. As a child, her mother, Sindel, allegedly died by suicide. Kitana joined Raiden to find the truth and to make peace with all the realms. The collection rep-
Fabian Renteria designed clothes inspired by the story of Kitana from “Mortal Kombat” for his first fashion collection in Los Angeles as part of the annual FIDM Debut Show. (Submitted photos)
resents her and her revenge wardrobe. “I wanted to pull color from the undead warriors—black, white, gray and gold,” he said. “I decided to use red and the print was shattered glass, with chunky zippers to add a hardware aspect to it.” The Texas-born Renteria is somewhat following in the footsteps of his artist father. “He would always be drawing, too,”
he said. “One day, we were at a restaurant, and they had paper on the table with crayons. I asked my dad, ‘How do I draw a body?’ He definitely knew how. “He showed me with a crayon. I drew a dress on her, and that’s what sparked it for me. Oddly enough, we had a really old sewing machine on a shelf in the laundry room. I asked my mom about it. One day, I pulled it down. I tried to thread it and I got it to work.” While he was in Glendale, he lived close to Walmart at 59th Avenue and Bell Road. Before it was a Supercenter, it boasted a large fabric section. “My first project was a vinyl cape,” he said. “It wasn’t good at all. I kept with it, and I would sew on the weekends after coming home from school. I fell in love with it, honestly. It was fun.” He moved to Alhambra in 2018 to
attend FIDM. Next year, Renteria is headed to Rome for a study-abroad program. He will focus on fit and pattern making. It ends with another fashion show. “I get to do another collection,” he said. “I definitely want to start developing my brand more. I want to start selling my work on a website. I want to delve into the DIY more and start my own business.”
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Mazda CX-30 Turbo SUV has its good points BY C.A. HAIRE
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One of the advantages of Mazda vehicles is their reasonable base price, with this CX-30 starting at only $22,000. However, our example here is loaded up with all the goodies, so it reaches a tidy $34,000. This includes $495 for the dark metallic paint job. But charging extra for floor mats seems rather greedy. The base engine is a 2.5-liter putting out 186 horsepower rated at 25/33 mpg. This has the optional upgraded turbo, rated at 227 hp using regular fuel, or 250 with premium blend, hooked to an allwheel drive system. Gas mileage is claimed to be 22/30. This motor provides brisk acceleration. Re-
al-world fuel economy in a week of driving was 22/28. The cabin is nothing fancy but has good features. The glove box is roomy, and the info screen is large with excellent clarity. The climate controls are simple to use. There are paddle shifters on the steering wheel for manual gear selection. On the negative side, the sun visors poorly block sun from side windows, and there is too much glare reflecting into the gauge cluster. The CX-30 is pleasant to drive on the street. The ride quality is firm but comfortable. We saw a brisk 0-60 mph time of less than 6 seconds. With higher ground clearance than a typical car, and all-wheel
The Mazda CX-30 Turbo SUV is pleasant to drive on the street. (Photos by C.A. Haire)
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When is 17 inches actually 17 inches? Well, the answer to that is, when it’s 17 inches. Today, let’s explore my answer by reading a famous speech etched in baseball history. Tim Mead, the then-incoming Baseball Hall of Fame president, and his friend Chris Sperry recall coach John Scolinos’ speech at the American Baseball Coaches Association Convention in Nashville in 1996. Here is Sperry’s recollection, edited a bit by me. In 1996, Scolinos was 78 years old, and five years retired from a college coaching career that began in 1948. He shuffled to the stage to an impressive standing ovation, wearing dark polyester pants, a light blue shirt, and a string around his neck from which home plate hung — a full-sized, stark-white home plate. After speaking for 20 minutes, he said, “You’re probably all wondering why I’m wearing a home plate around my neck. Or maybe you think I escaped from Camarillo State Hospital.” I laughed along with the others, acknowledging that possibility. “No,” he continued. “I may be old, but I’m not crazy. The reason I stand before you today is to share with you baseball people what I’ve learned in my life and what I’ve learned about home plate in my 78 years.” Several hands went up when Scolinos asked how many Little League coaches were in the room. “Do you know how wide home plate is in Little League?” After a pause, someone hesitantly shouted, “Seventeen inches?” “That’s right,” he said. “How about in Babe Ruth? Any Babe Ruth coaches in the house?” Another long pause. “Seventeen inches?” another reluctant coach asked. “That’s right,” Scolinos said. “Now, how many high school coaches do we have in the room?” Hundreds of hands shot up. “How wide is home plate in
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high school baseball?” “Seventeen inches!” they said, sounding more confident. “You’re right!” Scolinos barked. “You college coaches, how wide is home plate in college?” “Seventeen inches!” the coaches said in unison. “Any Minor League coaches here? How wide is home plate in pro ball?” “Seventeen inches!” “Right! And in the Major Leagues, how wide is home plate?” “Seventeen inches!” “SEVEN-TEEN INCHES!” he confirmed, his voice bellowing off the walls. “And what do they do with a big-league pitcher who can’t throw the ball over those 17 inches?” Pause. “They send him to Pocatello!” he hollered about the small Idaho city. “What they don’t do is this: They don’t say, ‘Ah, that’s OK, Jimmy. Can’t you hit a 17-inch target? We’ll make it 18 inches or 19 inches. We’ll make it 20 inches so you have a better chance of hitting it. If you can’t hit that, let us know so we can make it wider still, say 25 inches.’” There was silence. “Coaches, what do we do when our best player shows up late to practice? What if he gets caught drinking? Do we hold him accountable? Or do we change the rules to fit him and widen home plate?” The chuckles gradually faded as 4,000 coaches grew quiet, the fog lifting as the old coach’s message began to unfold. Finally, he turned the plate toward himself and, using a Sharpie, began to draw something. When he turned it toward the crowd, the plate pointing up revealed a house, complete
with a freshly drawn door and two windows. “This is the problem in homes today, and with marriages, and with the way we parent our kids. We don’t teach discipline and accountability to our kids, and there is no consequence for failing to meet standards. Instead, we widen the plate!” Pause. Then, he drew a small American flag on the top of the house. “This is the problem in our schools today. The quality of our education is going downhill fast. Teachers have been stripped of the tools they need to educate and correct our young people successfully. And we’ve allowed others to widen home plate. Where has this got us?” Silence. He replaced the flag with a cross. “And this is the problem in the church, where powerful people in positions of authority have taken advantage of young children, only to have such atrocities swept under the rug for years. These church leaders are widening their home plate for themselves. And we allow it. “And the same is true with our government. Our so-called representatives make rules for us that don’t apply to themselves. They take bribes from lobbyists and foreign countries. They no longer serve us. And we allow them to widen home plate. We see our country falling into a dark abyss while we watch.” From an old baseball coach with a home plate strung around his neck, I had learned something about life. I learned about myself, my weaknesses, and my responsibilities as a leader. I had to hold myself and others accountable to what I knew to be right, lest our families, faith, government and society continue down an undesirable path.
“If I am lucky, you will remember one thing from this old coach today,” Scolinos said. “It is this: ‘If we fail to hold ourselves to a higher standard, a standard of what we know to be right; if we fail to hold our spouses and our children to the same standards, and if our schools, our churches and our government fail to hold themselves accountable to those they serve, there is but one thing to look forward to …’” With that, he held the home plate in front of his chest, turned it around, and revealed its dark black backside. “We have dark days ahead.” Scolinos concluded his speech with this exhortation: “Coaches, keep your players — no matter how good they are — your children, your churches, your government and, most of all, keep yourself at 17 inches.” Scolinos made this speech back in 1996. It’s even more true today. A wise person once said, “Lukewarmness is measured, not by what you oppose but by what you tolerate.” Spending today complaining about yesterday’s news won’t make tomorrow any better. Be the right change. Don’t find fault, find a remedy. Ed Delph is a noted author of 10 books, as well as a pastor, teacher, former business owner and speaker. He has traveled extensively, having been to more than 100 countries. He is president of NationStrategy, a nonprofit organization involved in uplifting and transforming communities worldwide. For more information, see nationstrategy.com. He may be contacted at nationstrategy@cs.com.
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Glendale is one of the thousands of communities around the globe that will receive a powerful message of hope this November as Jehovah’s Witnesses embark upon a special campaign focusing attention on the Bible’s hope for a better world. The campaign’s goal is to distribute a special edition of The Watchtower magazine containing the cover series “A Better World is Near.” More than 36 million printed copies of the magazine are expected to be distributed in 230 languages to communities in 240 lands around the globe. In addition, the digital publication is available on various platforms in nearly 400 languages. “People are longing to hear a positive message, and this is the best news possible,” said Robert Hendriks, U.S. spokesman for Jehovah’s Witnesses. “A better world is not just a dream — it’s inevitable. In fact, it is the central theme of the entire Bible.” The magazine addresses the age-old “doomsday” question “Is this world going to end?” with a comforting answer that may surprise many readers. While many religions have predicted the “end of the world,” the magazine reveals the Bible’s clear message: The earth is here forever and will never end. However, the magazine also explains the powerful truth that wickedness will soon be gone, quoting the Bible book of Psalms where it promises that the “lawless one” will be no more (Psalm 37:10, Rotherham translation). This positive message has been the hope of millions around the world who have prayed for “God’s Kingdom to come,” a familiar refrain of many Christians taught by Jesus in what some refer to as the Lord’s Prayer. Danny Granger of Phoenix grew up hearing that message from the Bible but chose to focus on a different life. “It wasn’t that I was opposed to it. I just thought that I knew better.”
An athlete standing 6 feet 9 inches, with a 7-foot-2-inch wingspan, Granger said basketball “pursued me.” It pursued him through high school, college and the first round of the NBA draft. Sadly, a 10-year career as a professional basketball player did not bring him satisfaction. “I achieved all those things. I made it all way to the mountain top, and the mountain just started getting bigger and bigger. Society tells us that would do it, that’s going to make you happy. And I found out that was not the case.” The pressure that came with his career was part of the reason Granger wasn’t satisfied. Granger said he sought help to quiet his “mind because of the anxiety and the stress.” Injustice was another source of discontent. “It was very difficult to reconcile some of the things that I saw going on in the world. I just kind of numbed myself to it and accepted that this is the world, and I guess it’s good for some people and then it’s just terrible for other people.” Granger has been able to find real comfort in the Bible’s message. “The Bible teaches us of a hope for the future where all injustice will be corrected. God promises to undo the things that have caused so much harm and anxiety.” That hope motivated Granger to leave his career in the NBA and focus on sharing the Bible’s message with others. “I know how bad my life was before. When you see the changes you’ve made, you have this overwhelming desire to help others learn.” Granger now spends most of his time sharing his hope with others. The Watchtower has been carrying a similar message about God’s Kingdom for more than 100 years and remains the most widely translated and circulated magazine in the world. The 2021 No. 2 edition is available free online at jw.org, where anyone can also request a free printed copy by scrolling down on the homepage to “Request A Visit.”
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West-MEC’s trunk or treat deemed a success BY GLENDALE STAR STAFF West-MEC, a West Valley career and technical education, held its annual trunk or treat during the Halloween weekend to celebrate and give to a good cause. West-MEC’s Central Campus event started as a way to engage with the public but grew to give back during the upcoming holiday season. Collection of food started in the beginning of October, and on Oct. 29, the campus invited the community for games, interaction and food. While entry was free, attendees had
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GESD ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENT MIKE BARRAGAN ELECTED TO ASBO INTERNATIONAL Cindy Segotta-Jones, BOARD OF DIRECTORS Superintendent The Association of School Business Officials (ASBO) International announces Glendale Elementary School District (GESD) Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Auxiliary Services Mike Barragan was recently elected to its Board of Directors. Mr. Barragan’s three-year term will begin in January 2022. The ASBO International Board of Directors guides the association in fulfilling its mission and advocating for the school business management profession. The organization’s members and affiliates represent approximately 30,000 school business professionals internationally. “We are extremely proud of Mr. Barragan’s appointment to the ASBO International Board. He’s committed to promoting the highest standards of school business management,” said GESD Superintendent Cindy SegottaJones. “In addition to extensive knowledge in K-12 finance, Mr. Barragan brings a diverse voice and a passion for advocacy to address significant financial and operational challenges facing public schools. He is very well-suited to represent GESD and the state of Arizona at the national and international level.” Mr. Barragan is a leader in school finance and business administration. He has served as the Assistant Superintendent for Finance and Auxiliary Services at GESD for eight years. His previous experience includes board service as a past President of the Arizona Association of School Business Officials (AASBO).
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"I look forward to being a voice for the ASBO International membership and in the Fall 2021 edition of The EDGE, more importantly for our students, said Barragan. "I will work to be inclusive, the quarterly magazine of the to address issues in a productive manner, and make decisions that strengthen Arizona Association of School the organization."
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