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Wrangler News • July 31 - Aug. 13, 2010 • Page 6Aug. 4 deadline for PD volunteersApplications are due by 5 p.m.Wednesday, Aug. 4, for residents interestedin applying for the Chandler PoliceDepartment’s “Volunteers In PolicingServices” program.Volunteers are being recruited for thedepartment’s Motorist Assist volunteerteam, who are trained to respond tostranded motorists, accident scenes andother non-criminal calls for service.Volunteers can issue citations for parkingviolations as well as assist with vehiclelockouts, found- property calls and performneighborhood patrols.“Best Pizza”480-704-7404 | 3646 E. Ray Rd., AhwatukeePRESENT THIS AD TO RECEIVE15% OFFYOUR ENTIRE BILLExcluding alcohol • Expires 8/31/2010A training academy will run for sixweeks on Tuesday and Thursday eveningsstarting Sept. 14, with one Saturday classOct. 2.After graduation, each volunteer willreceive 50 hours of hands-on field training.Interested applicants must be at least21 years of age, posses a valid Arizonadriver’s license and successfully complete abackground investigation.Information: Melanie Slate, CommunityOutreach Coordinator, 480-782-4909 orwww.chandlerpd.com.4-year-olds can enroll in Tempe kindergartenChildren who didn’t quite make theSept. 1 deadline for turning five still havean opportunity to attend kindergarten atschools in the Tempe Elementary District.Parents with ready 4-year-olds canregister to place their kids in kindergartenfor free. Four-year-olds turning fivebetween Sept. 1 and Dec. 31 are welcometo start kindergarten in fall 2010, providedthey pass a free “readiness screening”administered at the schools.Parents should be sure to remember toCELEBRATING OUR 20 th ANNIVERSARY!All Coloring Services | Perms | Haircuts & Styles | Shampoo Sets Welcome | Sculptured Nails by TanyaColorwaves is pleased to announce theaddition of Bill Gearhart to our team.bring their child with them if they chooseto enroll.During the screening, parentsanswer a short questionnaire and thechild completes age-appropriate tasks,according to Monica Allread, the TempeElementary District’s public informationcoordinator.Parents can visit their school of choiceto enroll from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Monday through Friday. The first day ofschool is Aug. 10.ALL HAIR SERVICES1/2 Price for New Clients!Limited Time Only!Colorwaves SalonTotal Image Beauty Mall9020 S. McClintock #28, Tempe | 480-839-4305ValleyHardware• New Rental Tool Department• Benjamin Moore Paints• Computerized Paint Color Matching• Large Potted Plant Selection• Same Great Hardware& Plumbing SelectionSummer Cool Down!Buy 1 Iced Drink, Iced Tea, Blended Drink orFruit Smoothie and Receive the 2nd For $2With this coupon. Offer Expires 8/31/10M-W 6am-2pm • T-F 6am-5pm • Sat 7am-5pm • Sun 7am-2pmWe continue to offer the following services:Custom Screens • Key Cutting • Rekeying of LocksSpecial Orders • Glass Cutting • Window RepairPipe Cutting & ThreadingValley HardwareSE corner Baseline & McClintock, Tempe1805 E. Baseline Road #1 • 480-839-2623
ChandlerRecreationHas Fall Programs for All Ages!Registration Starts Saturday, August 7!(Friday, August 13 for non-residents) Pick up Break Time magazine with more than 600 classes for all ages!Register at www.chandleraz.gov/breaktime or call 480-782-2727Follow us on Twitter: @ChandlerRec & Facebook Fan Pages: Chandler RecreationWatch the “Come Out & Play Chandler” show on YouTube!Wrangler News • July 31 - Aug. 13, 2010 • Page 7Tempe Y’s after-school program to unveil new array of servicesFocus on childcare moving toward a stronger emphasis on character buildingBy Jeremy BanksTempe’s Family YMCA, on SouthRural Road, each year movestoward a goal of expandingits after-school program and makingit a more educational and enjoyableexperience for the kids.In its latest iteration, the programfocuses on children 5-12 years of age.It runs Monday through Friday, fromschool dismissal until 6 p.m.With a five-student minimum, busservice is available for participantsat Norte, Niños, Waggoner, Pueblo,Paloma, Aprende, Fees, Fuller andRover schools.YMCA Operations DirectorLance Gray said the program, whichhas been in existence for 12 years,now includes a gym and a reading andlearning center.“We have 16 laptops, so they dohave Internet access (at the facility),”he said.The education center, Gray said,gives students an advantage, allowingthe kids to finish school, come to the Yand do their homework.By the time 6 p.m. arrives andthey go home, the kids’ homework isfinished and they have an opportunityto spend more time with their families.This year, participating kids willalso have a chance to engage in somephysical activity. Swimming, dancingand foosball are just some of theactivities offered with the program,Gray said.“They get to do a little bit ofexercise,” he said. “It’s really a uniqueexperience for kids.”Gray said other benefits are theYMCA’s staff of experienced teachersand the facility’s unique atmosphere.There are only few places students cango after school where they would havesuch a diverse choice of activities, Graysaid.Kids like the wellness center, theeducation center and the social aspectof the YMCA after-school program,according to Gray.During the regular school hours,at theTRCEvery Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.at Tumbleweed Recreation Center.social and educational activities aregenerally separated, Gray noted. Theafter-school program, however, giveskids an opportunity have both at thesame time.“The YMCA is a little different thanbeing in a cafeteria or a classroom,” hesaid. “The kids really have fun. It’s aunique experience overall, educationaland social.”Gray, who has been a part of theprogram for seven years, said parentslike seeing the effect the program hason their children.“They really like it because the kidswant to go there,” Gray said. “We offera unique experience.”The unique experience he speaksof has helped increase the after-schoolprogram’s popularity.New Workshops!Mommy and BabyPilates Classes8 class series offered:Mon & Wed12:15 - 1 p.m.Safety Techniquesfor Youth Dancing,Gymnastics &CheerleadersEnhance performance whilereducing risk of injury.PILATESBefore and After School Programs480.350.5400 www.tempe.gov/kidzone“We’ve had as many as 150 kidsafter school,” he said.Cost of the after-school programis $220, however scholarships areavailable and parents can apply byfilling out a form at the YMCA.“We want to make sure no oneis turned away,” he said. So far thisyear, $238,000 has been raised viadonations.The Y would like to eventually seethe after-school program also offercharacter development courses, partof a goal to not only entertain andeducate, but develop as well.“That’s one goal, to shift fromchildcare to character (building),” hesaid.“We’re looking (to build) a great,positive experience.Tues & Thurs3:30 - 4:30 p.m.To reserve your space, contact6465 S. Rural Road, Tempe, AZ480-889-5509
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