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July 20 - August 2, 2017 | Since 1986 

60 Years 

in the 

Making 

KEEP IT COOL! 

DIVING INTO NEW 

HEIGHTS 

Evan Thompson and Casey Kenoyer 

represent Foundation Academy’s Class of 2017 

as valedictorian and salutatorian, respectively.

Advocating the Collaborative Approach 

Orlando Attorney Richard West of the 

West Family Law Group is recognized 

on a regular basis for his expertise 

in to helping couples through the 

difficulties of divorce and other Family 

Law matters. 

Now the Florida Bar Association is 

tapping into his sound principles and 

expertise, appointing him, for the 

second year, to be co-chair of a Florida 

Bar Association ethics committee for 

2017-2018. 

Richard will help lead the Ad Hoc 

Bounds of Advocacy Committee in 

updating the original Florida Bounds 

of Advocacy, which he helped draft 10 

years ago. He will also be lecturing on 

this topic to Family lawyers attending 

the Marital and Family Law Review 

course, which will be held here in 

Orlando in January of 2018. 

“I’m honored to be appointed to help 

lead an important committee that 

deals with ethics specific to this field,” 

Richard said. 

“Family Law attorneys work with 

couples often going through the most 

challenging times of their lives,” he 

said. “When a couple is involved in a 

divorce, it affects not just them but 

their children. Family lawyers need to 

hold themselves to a higher ethical 

standard than the minimum standards 

required by the Rules of Professional 

Responsibility.” The Bounds of 

Advocacy are non-binding aspirational 

standards for Family lawyers. 

Richard was selected as Orlando’s 

2016 Family Lawyer of the Year by Best 

Lawyers in America. This was the second 

time he was selected for this distinction. 

Richard also was named one of the Top 

100 Lawyers in Florida by Super Lawyers 

for 2015 and 2016. He has also been 

recognized for more than a decade by his 

peers in Florida Trend’s Legal Elite, Best 

Lawyers and Best Law Firms in America, 

and Best Lawyers in Orlando magazine. 

West Family laW Group 

Richard D. West, Shane T. Herbert 

THE COLLABORATIVE APPROACH 

Richard, who is a frequent speaker on 

Family Law issues, is also a recognized 

leader in Collaborative Law and recently 

delivered a lecture to the Florida 

Academy of Collaborative Professionals 

in Tampa, at that organization’s annual 

statewide meeting. 

In a divorce, the Collaborative 

approach promotes low-conflict, 

mutually beneficial negotiations outside 

the courtroom, frequently providing 

a quicker resolution, lower cost, 

and more privacy and control for the 

divorcing couple. Couples work toward 

acceptable financial settlements and 

appropriate custody arrangements. 

Richard’s list of credentials is long 

and impressive. He is a Fellow of the 

prestigious American Academy of 

Matrimonial Lawyers (AAML) and a 

past president of the Florida Chapter 

of the AAML. He is also a Fellow of 

the International Academy of Family 

Lawyers. 

His law firm colleague, Shane Herbert, 

was recently named to the 2017 Rising 

Star list by Florida Super Lawyers, 

an honor given to no more than 2.5 

percent of the lawyers in this state, 

regardless of practice area. It’s an honor 

for promising attorneys 40 years old or 

younger who have been in practice no 

more than 10 years. Shane practiced in 

Jacksonville before moving to Central 

Florida and served as president of 

the Jacksonville Asian-American Bar 

Association for two terms. He is set 

to begin his second term as Treasurer 

for the Orlando Asian-American Bar 

Association. Prior to attending law 

school, Shane worked as a crisis 

counselor serving distressed families 

involved in the child welfare system. 

PRACTICE AREAS 

The boutique law firm practices 

exclusively in the area of Family Law, 

which includes Dissolution of Marriage, 

Complex Property Distribution, High Net 

Worth Divorce, Pre- & Post-Nuptial 

Agreements, Same-Sex Divorce, 

Cohabitation Agreements, Alimony, 

Child Support, Time Sharing/Parenting 

Plans, Modification and Enforcement 

Actions, and Paternity. 

COMMUNITY OUTREACH 

Richard has donated countless 

hours and dollars to our community 

and local charities, including the Team 

Gamez Foundation and the Central 

Florida Women’s League. Shane enjoys 

volunteering his time as a coach with 

Upward Sports and attends First 

Baptist Church of Windermere with his 

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FOODIE FOR THOUGHT .................................................................... 5 

An Easy Summertime Treat! 

SPORTS SPOTLIGHT ........................................................................... 8 

Diving Into New Heights 

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT ..................................................................... 11 

Be Beautiful, Be You at Spa Blue! / Spa Blue 

BACK TO SCHOOL 2017 ................................................................ 13 

PROMOTIONAL FEATURE ................................................................. 21 

60 Years in the Making / Foundation Academy 

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TOURISM UPDATE ........................................................................... 25 

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Invented by 11-year-old Frank 

Epperson more than 100 years ago, 

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Popsicles. They evoke memories of 

carefree summer days, riding bikes 

and swinging on a front porch with 

a sweet, frozen treat in hand. These 

days, ice pops are experiencing renewed 

popularity with peak-season 

produce, savory spices, coffee, fresh 

herbs and even vegetables. They are 

easy to make, fun for kids, inexpensive 

and versatile enough to accommodate 

any diet. So, why not make some this 

summer? The only tools you need are 

a mold, a few ingredients and your 

imagination. 

Fresh & Fruity 

Perfectly ripe peaches, berries and 

melon blended with a little bit of apple 

juice make delicious and healthy 

ice pops. Try filling molds with fresh 

slices of nectarines, kiwi, strawberries 

and blueberries, covering the fruit with 

white grape juice and freezing. These 

“fruit salad pops” are stunning, simple 

FOODIE FOR 

and great for parties. Blend chunks of 

mangos or papaya with pineapple 

juice for a tropical treat; a few basil 

leaves with pureed watermelon 

make light and refreshing ice pops. 

Remember to start with very ripe fruit 

and taste the mixture before freezing. 

Sweeten to taste with a teaspoon of 

agave nectar or maple syrup. If you’re 

feeling bold, try a pinch of chili powder 

or hint of cinnamon for an added 

kick. 

Cool & Creamy 

Add a creamy dimension by blending 

in Greek yogurt, coconut or almond 

milk, or half-and-half to pureed 

fruit or juice. Add your favorite milk to 

bananas, mangos or avocados with a 

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touch of honey or maple syrup to make 

smooth and silky pops. Pudding pops 

are an old-time favorite. Simply whisk 

one package of pudding mix (3.9 

ounces) with 2 cups of milk for two 

minutes, stir in 1 cup of thawed Cool 

Whip topping and freeze in molds. 

Healthy Boost 

Blend and freeze your favorite smoothie 

recipe for a healthy, cool treat. Chia seeds 

look lovely frozen in fruit pops and add 

healthy omega-3 fatty acids and protein. 

Ground flax seeds, protein powder, nut butter, 

cocoa powder, dried goji berries, spirulina 

powder and fresh greens like spinach 

can all be added for an extra nutritional 

boost; blending in a very ripe banana adds 

sugar-free sweetness. 

Dip & Decorate 

Add the finishing touch by dipping 

or drizzling ice pops with melted dark 

or white chocolate and then sprinkling 

on chopped nuts, grated coconut 

or rainbow sprinkles. Experiment, 

have fun and be creative! 

Remember, freezing dulls flavors, 

so make the mixture a little stronger 

or sweeter than normal to ensure bold 

ice pop flavors. Run frozen treats under 

hot water briefly to loosen from 

molds. Recipes yield about six ice 

pops. 

Coffee & Cream Ice Pops 

A perfect way to enjoy a favorite 

beverage this summer! 

Ingredients: 

3 cups freshly brewed, strong coffee 

4 tablespoons sugar 

1/4 cup half-and-half 

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Mix all ingredients together and stir well 

to dissolve sugar. Pour into mold and freeze 

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Chocolate-Dipped 

Banana Ice Pops 

A creamy, nondairy treat that both 

children and adults will love. 

Ingredients: 

3 very ripe bananas 

14 ounces full-fat coconut milk 

(or substitute almond milk) 

1 teaspoon vanilla 

Pinch of cinnamon 

1 teaspoon maple syrup (optional) 

1 cup of chocolate chips 

2 tablespoons coconut oil 

Chopped nuts or coconut flakes 

(optional) 

Directions: 

Blend all ingredients except chocolate, 

nuts and coconut flakes in 

blender until smooth. Pour into molds 

Fruit salad ice pops are stunning, yet 

easy-to-make, treats. 

and freeze three to four hours. Line a 

baking sheet with parchment paper. 

Melt chocolate chips and coconut 

oil in microwave in 30-second increments 

until smooth. Working quickly, 

remove ice pops from mold and dip 

tips into melted chocolate. Garnish 

with chopped nuts or coconut flakes 

if desired. Place on parchment paper. 

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Avoid The Probate Canyon 

Do Your Estate Planning Now 

by: Kristen M. Jackson / Attorney 

Jacob and Michelle, who were 

married with two minor children. 

Unexpectedly both were killed in 

an automobile collision. They had 

no last wills. It was impossible to 

determine who died first, and each 

person is presumed by law to own 

half of all of their assets, so both 

estates had to be probated. 

Because the children were 

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naming a successor trustee to handle 

their assets upon their deaths, neither probate nor guardianship for their children would 

have been required. 

Unfortunately, death seems to occur when families are least prepared and most 

vulnerable. As if hit by a ton of bricks, death leaves an enormous crevice between dreams 

and reality. Our firm refers to this massive crevice as “The Probate Canyon.” 

Imagine on one cliff of a canyon are all of the possessions acquired during your lifetime: 

a home, cars, bank accounts, life insurance, retirement accounts and more. Now imagine 

your surviving loved ones on the opposite cliff of that canyon. While they are entitled 

to everything you worked for during your lifetime, there is no “estate 

planning bridge” that guides them to your possessions because you 

failed to build one before you died. 

When this happens, you cannot avoid probate in Florida and your 

loved ones shall be forced to wait for the court to build a bridge for 

them. That bridge comes with a large price. Your loved ones will only 

receive your possessions after the court and the attorneys have been paid 

for their fees, probate court costs, recording fees, death taxes, accounting 

fees, appraisal costs, executor commissions, publication costs and more. 

Payment will come from assets that would have been distributed to your 

beneficiaries had you taken the necessary steps to avoid probate. 

What is Probate? It is a legal process that takes place after someone 

dies. If a person dies with or without a last will, their heirs are required 

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Furthermore, the probate process may take a year or longer if there are 

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Avoid the probate canyon, discussed in the above example, by 

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SPORTS SPOTLIGHT 

Diving Into New Heights 

Shining a New Light on Women’s Cliff Diving 

by Blair Parke 

“I didn’t plan on doing this as a career, 

and I am very aware of how dangerous 

high diving is, but I love diving 

and am figuring out every year that I get 

better and learn a little more,” she said. 

“I learned I was physically stronger than 

I thought I was, even in the 40+ group.” 

Whether it is diving off the cliffs of the 

Azores islands near Portugal or competing 

on American turf in Texas, Ginger 

has seen a career she never thought 

could happen, reaching higher heights 

than ever before. 

Ginger Huber of Dr. Phillips 

participates in the Red Bull Cliff Diving series. 

She walks to the edge of the platform, 

mentally going through the routine she 

is about to do. She readies herself one 

last time, takes a deep breath, raises her 

Ginger Huber, age 43, is a career cliff diver who hopes to one day become a coach for 

women’s high diving. 

arms and purposely plunges 72 feet (22 

meters) into the water below. 

For some, looking down 72 feet 

into water is a feat they can’t do, but 

professional cliff diver Ginger 

Huber considers it a challenge she 

finds thrilling and worthy, attempting 

any chance she gets. 

Started With Shows 

After realizing gymnastics wasn’t for 

her, diving was first introduced as an 

outlet for young Ginger’s natural abilities 

to flip. Once she joined a diving 

club, she realized it was “love at first 

sight” between her and diving. 

“I instantly fell in love with diving, and 

you couldn’t take me away from diving 

practice. My parents would punish me 

as a teenager by saying I couldn’t go 

to diving practice,” Ginger said, when 

mentioning her grandfather was a 

backyard diver. “That cured everything.” 

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Entering college, Ginger joined the 

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discovered a new form of diving while 

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“I stumbled upon a diving show that 

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was hired, which marked the start of 

my professional career,” she said. 

Ginger noticed the differences between 

high diving and collegiate 

diving, enjoying the challenges high 

diving brought her and the opportunity 

to continue diving even after she 

graduated college. 

“I love performing in shows and 

loved learning different acrobatics, 

branching out from diving into high 

diving into aerial acts. I picked up 

high diving, because if you could 

high dive, you were much more valuable 

and could get another contract 

somewhere.” 

Cliff diving became part of Ginger’s 

professional career in 2013, when the 

Red Bull Cliff Diving series brought 

women into the male-dominated sport 

of cliff diving. Thanks to Red Bull 

and the FINA diving series, Ginger 

has competed in exotic locations like 

Russia, Wales, Abu Dhabi and even 

the Yucatan, where she dove through a 

hole instead of off a cliff. 

“Every location in the Red Bull Cliff 

Diving competition is unique, and I like 

changes and challenges and figuring 

out what I need to pull out of my diving 

toolbox for the dive,” Ginger said with 

a smile. 

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To prepare for dives that range between 

20-22 meters (about 66-73 feet) 

above water, Ginger breaks her dive 

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one height to practice the start 

of her dive and the other height to practice 

the finish. You might typically see 

her training at Dr. P. Phillips YMCA with 

Olympic diver/coach Mark Ruiz’s 

team, practicing in the same location 

where she first dove off a platform, or 

at The Bar Method studio strengthening 

her core muscles. 

Diving also requires mental practice 

of going through the dive, which 

Ginger learned in college and 

implements at home to prepare. 


“Since I don’t have the height to train 

on a regular basis, it is a lot of visualization 

and mental imagery beforehand, 

while mimicking the movements right 

before dive competitions,” she said. 

Ginger hopes to continue promoting 

women’s cliff diving as much as she 

can, holding up to her “I’ll do anything 

for the sport” attitude by diving nude 

for the 2014 ESPN Magazine’s Body 

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“I’m not really a comfortable nudisttype 

person, but I do only wear a swimsuit, 

and being older [43], I just thought 

to myself, ‘Let it go and enjoy the 

opportunity,’” she said. 

The summer usually has Ginger 

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six to eight from June to October 

— but she has also embraced chances 

to judge in panels for other competitions 

and hopes to follow her husband’s 

coaching lead by becoming a coach 

for women’s high diving. 

But for now, Ginger looks forward 

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DEAR ORANGE COUNTY STUDENTS AND PARENTS: 

Back to school is an exciting time for students, parents, teachers and 

administrators. This time of year allows for a fresh start and an 

opportunity to set new goals that we aspire to achieve. 

At OCPS, everything we do is focused on the success of our students. 

Our school district’s vision is clear — to be the top producer of successful 

students in the nation. And we know that we can accomplish this with the 

support and involvement of our families and the Central Florida 

community. 

AS WE LOOK TO THE NEW SCHOOL YEAR, THERE IS MUCH TO BE EXCITED ABOUT: 

• The graduation rate at our 19 traditional high schools is at an all-time high of 92.2 percent. 

• Thanks to the support of the community through the half-penny sales tax extended by voters 

in 2014, we will open 13 new and renovated schools — including Windermere High School. 

• And as we enter the fourth year of our digital learning initiative, more than 100,000 students 

at all high schools and some of our middle schools will have their own laptop. 

Thank you to our parents and community members for supporting Orange County Public 

Schools. It is because of you that our district continues to be successful. 

As a final reminder, if you are new to the Central Florida community, be sure to visit our 

“Newcomers” page online at www.ocps.net to find information about student enrollment. 

We look forward to a rewarding school year. 

Sincerely, 

Barbara M. Jenkins, Ed.D. 

Superintendent 

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School 

2017 

As summer winds down, children’s thoughts across Southwest Orlando 

will inevitably turn to the first day of school. The school year, which begins 

Aug. 14, is less than a month away, and students and their families 

can get a head start by preparing now. The beginning of school is an 

exciting time, but some might worry about what the coming year may 

hold. 

Southwest Orlando Bulletin’s 20th annual Back to School section provides 

a comprehensive look at a variety of school-related topics. In the 

following articles, area experts offer insights into different concerns often 

brought about by the start of a new school year. For students, there 

is an article about skin care. For parents, there is information about dental 

hygiene, healthy skin, stress management for the family, and more. 

• The Critical Skills Learned 

Through Theatrical Education 

by Bailey Morris 

Orlando Repertory Theatre 

407-896-7365 

www.orlandorep.com 

It’s back-to-school time, and that 

means back-to-school shopping. 

Most school-supply lists tend to 

include the basics: a backpack, 

lunchbox, pencils, notebooks — 

the list goes on and on. But what 

about things like self-confidence, 

team-building skills and creative 

thinking? 

Theater classes and productions 

can help K-12 students develop 

their skills as a performer. They 

also enhance other critical skills 

that they’ll carry with them as 

they enter adulthood and begin 

their careers — no matter in what 

industry. 


• Are Your Kids Skin-Ready for 

School? 

by Michael Steppie, M.D., President, Medical 

Director 

Associates in Dermatology 

800-827-7546 

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It’s that special time of year. 

Time for parents and their children 

to start trading pool floats for 

pencils, summer camps for classrooms, 

and picnics for packed 

lunches. Here are a few tips and 

tricks to keep you and your family’s 

skin healthy and ready for the 

new school year: 

• Check your family’s skin products. 

If anyone has sensitive skin 

or a history of eczema, this is even 

more important. Look for the word 

“hypoallergenic” on all soaps, 

lotions and detergents. This term 

means the product is free of irritating 

dyes, fragrances and substances 

that may cause an allergic 

reaction. 

• Don’t forget the sunscreen! 

Summer may be coming to an 

end, but remember to keep your 

children protected with a “broad 

spectrum” sunscreen SPF of 30 

or higher. 

• Tame acne. Most of us remember 

high school and the 

growing pains of self-confidence. 

Add acne to the mix, 

and you might have an emotional 

teenager on your hands. 

Avoid being influenced by 

highly advertised brands and 

visit a dermatologist to prescribe 

the most suitable acne 

treatment. 

So, while kids enjoy the last 

few days of summer freedom, 

keep their skin in mind. An ounce 

of prevention — and sunscreen 

— goes a long way. Over-thecounter 

tips, tricks and old wives 

remedies can treat many skin 

conditions; however, know when 

to seek professional advice, and 

keep your family’s skin healthy 

for all seasons to come. 

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As an extension of performing 

with their peers or in front of an audience, 

students improve their selfconfidence 

with a theater program. 

They also boost their verbal and 

nonverbal communication skills by 

memorizing lines and implementing 

the right kind of body language to 

complement those lines. 

This fall, challenge your student to 

put down his or her smartphone and 

pick up a script to learn valuable life 

skills alongside their peers in a fun 

and creative way. 

• Reasons Home Schooling 

Is on the Rise 

by Dannette Kelly, Program Assistant 

Classical School of The First Academy 

407-206-8762 

thefirstacademy.org 

According to the National Center 

for Education Statistics, the percentage 

of home-schooled students in the 

United States has doubled between 

1999 and 2012. The NCES report 

also noted that there are wide arrays 

of reasons parents choose to homeschool 

their children, from avoiding 

negative peer pressure, adding an 

increase in religious instruction, adding 

an increase in family time, and 

having the ability to travel. 

Home schooling across the nation 

is booming. Although home schooling 

can take many forms, a hybrid 

program allows families to have flexibility 

with the educational support 

they desire. This has proven to be 

especially beneficial to those students 

who are pursuing other passions, 

whether it is the arts, athletics 

or other extracurricular activities. 

Home schooling has now become 

the first choice for many families in 

Central Florida. 

• A Child’s Vision Is Critical 

to Learning 

by Louis Blumenfeld, M.D., 

Pediatric Ophthalmologist 

Eye Physicians of Central Florida 

407-398-7730 

www.eyephy.com 

As children are approaching a 

new school year, it is important to 

think about their vision. About 80 

percent of learning in a child’s first 

12 years comes through their eyes. 

Good vision is critical, not only to 

their ability to read, learn and develop, 

but it can also impact personality, 

behavior, social skills and 

self-esteem. Ophthalmologists have 

long recognized that children’s eyes 

are unique and quite different from 

adult eyes. 

Common reasons to see a pediatric 

ophthalmologist include a 

change in the appearance or misalignment 

of the eyes, failed vision 

screening at a doctor’s office 

or school, and visual symptoms or 

squinting. Other reasons may include 

a family history of eye diseases, 

such as lazy eye or medical 

conditions/medications associated 

with eye problems. 

A child’s eyes can be examined 

at any age, even as young as 1 

day old if necessary. A need for 

eyeglasses may be determined in 

children even if they are not able 

to speak or read a chart. This is 

done with special equipment used 

to see how light reflects off the inner 

surface of the eye through special 

lenses. 

• Time to Schedule 

Back-To-School Physicals 

by Bindu Parekattil, M.D., FAAP 

Ocoee Pediatrics 

407-395-2037 

www.ocoeekidsdocs.com 

It’s that time of year again — 

you’re in the middle of summer activities, 

and all of a sudden you 

realize there are only a few weeks 

left before school starts. Along with 

school supplies and new clothes, 

back-to-school physicals should also

e on the list of things to do before 

the school year begins. 

Yearly physicals are a great opportunity 

to catch issues early, such 

as growth disturbances, screening 

for diabetes and cholesterol, monitoring 

blood pressure, and checking 

any vision and hearing concerns. For 

example, the doctor may notice that 

your child has not grown as expected 

in the past year. If they have previous 

heights in the past four to five 

years, they can see what pattern is 

developing and whether there could 

be an underlying growth issue. Your 

doctor also provides information and 

screening for nutrition, safety, child 

development and mental health. In 

addition, immunization records are 

reviewed for any needed vaccines. 

Vaccinations are an important preventative 

measure that keeps children 

healthy. We no longer need to 

worry about diseases such as polio, 

which has been eradicated in the 

U.S. 

Getting your child’s yearly physical 

and immunizations will help keep 

your child healthy and active. 

• The Purpose of the Skin Care 

Process 

by Debbie Wisner, President, & Debby Tapia, 

Vice President 

Maile Imaging, Modeling, Acting 

407-628-5989 

lisamaile.com 

No matter what age you are, 

skin care is the most essential 

part of the total beauty regime. If 

your skin is healthy and glowing, 

then any makeup applied over it 

will be picture-perfect, too. It is 

important that you understand the 

purpose of each step in the skin 

care process. 

Follow these steps twice a day for 

healthy skin: 

• Cleanser — Removes dead surface 

skin cells and surface dirt such 

as makeup, perspiration and environmental 

residue. 

• Astringents/Toners — The second 

step of the cleansing process removes 

traces of the primary cleanser, 

making sure the skin is truly clean and 

pH-balanced. 


• Moisturizers — Help to build 

water levels within the skin by preventing 

the skin’s natural moisture 

from evaporating. This is like a drink 

of water to the skin. 

• Masques — Are available in 

many forms to meet the wide range 

of skin care needs for various skin 

types. 

Don’t be influenced by big, expensive 

brands. The less-expensive 

ones are just as good, if not better. 

Remember, what works for you is the 

most important. 

• For a Less-Stressed 

Back-To-School Transition 

by Dawn Douglas, Co-Owner 

Massage Envy Dr. Phillips 

407-354-3689 

Getting everything ready for 

the kids to go back to school is 

no easy task. Bouncing from one 

store to the next, trying to find 

just the right outfits and school 

supplies can leave you feeling 

drained and stressed out. Make 

sure to remember and take the 

time you need to relax throughout 

the process. This will help you 

and, ultimately, your children stay 

calm and have smooth sailing into 

the new school year. 

Consider a massage or a facial 

to help you unwind. Massage can 

help ease muscle aches and body 

pains, as well as help you shed 

stress during some of your most 

stressful times. 

• A Love for Learning 

by Sarah Donovan, Director of Admissions 

The First Academy 

407-206-8602 

thefirstacademy.org 

Is your child a lifelong learner? 

How do you create a love for learning? 

The following are a few triedand-true 

tips for both parents and 

educators: 

First, catch your child’s curiosity. 

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interest or passion in something, 

use it. Once your child shows a 

spark of excitement and curiosity, 

help them pursue more resources 

or information about it. There is 

an abundance of digital resources, 

but don’t forget about good 

old-fashion hands-on experiences, 

too. 

Second, let your child run after 

the questions. Let them do the 

heavy lifting to find the answers. 

When they ask a question, facilitate 

them in finding the answer. 

Keep a notebook, whiteboard 

or digital list of all the questions 

they have asked and answers they 

have found. 

Next, give choices. Let your 

child steer the way for a family 

outing or experience. Giving them 

the freedom and ownership will 

pave the way for higher engagement. 

They chose it, so they own it! 

Finally, make the time. It seems 

cliché, but you can never overestimate 

setting aside time for 

exploration. Even a short walk 

around the neighborhood can 

open the door to a whole new 

world. 

• How Performing Arts Classes 

Influence Your Child 

by Hillary Brook, Executive Director 

Theatre South Playhouse 

407-489-4458 

theatresouthplayhouse.org 

Theater, dance and music are 

important art forms to study, but 

they also can have a huge influence 

on your children, not only on 

how they perform onstage, but also 

how they perform in real life. The 

tools learned in the “theater world 

setting” prepare children with basic 

life-coping skills. The self-confidence 

gained in being a part of a 

cast or “ensemble” of a theatrical 

play or dance class can prepare 

your children to hold their heads 

up high in school, ace their oral 

exams, boost their classroom confidence, 

and protect them against 

bullying. When they are taught acting, 

they are taught to be strong, 

humble and creative human beings. 

They leave classes and productions 

with strong confidence 

and a greater understanding of 

human character. These classes unleash 

children’s imaginations and 

teach them that there is nothing 

they cannot accomplish. 

• Good Dental Hygiene Is a 

Must 

by David Boers, D.D.S., PA 

Chain of Lakes Cosmetic & Family Dentistry 

407-876-6708 

davidboers.com 

It’s almost time for children to 

get back on the bus to head into 

another year of school. The new 

school year is the perfect time to 

make sure that the family is upto-date 

on all their preventative 

dental work. It is also an excellent 

time to begin new routines or 

improve existing routines around 

dental hygiene. 

Practicing good dental hygiene 

methods can help you prevent major 

dental work down the road. 

Take your children to the dentist 

early and often, and also make sure 

that your college-age students have 

their exams before they head off to 

campus. 

• Starting the New School Year 

on the Right Foot 

by Paul Palazzo, Owner 

Windermere Shoes 

407-217-2744 

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Get your student off to a new 

school year on the right foot. Having 

the right shoes in your student’s life 

is not only important for their style 

and comfort walking to and from 

class, it also plays an important role 

in their posture and ability to perform 

school activities. The wrong fit 

or a shoe that is too narrow or too 

wide can be causes of miserable 

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Make sure that your pupil is fit 

for the correct shoe size when you 

are shopping. Younger children’s 

feet grow fast and frequently, so 

this is especially important when 

buying for elementary and middle 

school students. Also, be sure to 

check your school’s uniform policy 

for specifics on shoe requirements. 

Many schools require a certain style 

or color to be compliant with their 

policies. 

• Preparing for Preschool 

by Deanna Gustafson, Director 

Childrens Lighthouse Learning Center 

of People of Faith 

407-395-0077 

www.childrenslighthousepof.com 

Preschool offers many benefits 

for children. It is a great place 

for kids to interact with peers and 

learn valuable life lessons. It also 

prepares them for kindergarten 

and beyond. Preparing for a new 

school year can set the tone for a 

positive experience for everyone. 

Summertime schedules are often 

much more relaxed, but children do 

well with routines, so establishing a 

school routine early on is important. 

Before school starts, get your preschoolers 

accustomed to getting up 

and going to bed at a certain time 

every day. 

Listen to your preschooler and answer 

any questions they might have. 

Sharing insights about when you 

were in school can be beneficial on 

multiple levels. Reading books about 

school together is a great bonding 

time, and often the books will spark 

a great discussion. 

For first-timers attending school, 

show them where they will be going 

by attending an open house. 

Knowing their classroom and meeting 

their teacher ahead of time eases 

potential anxiety. 

Sometimes young children — and 

even parents — deal with separation 

anxiety during back-to-school time. 

In both cases, those feeling are completely 

normal. The more assurance 

you can project, the more confident 

and secure your child will feel. ª 


Before- & 

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CRANIUM ACADEMY, 4068 Winter 

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school, revolutionizing preschool 

through fifth-grade education. Students 

benefit from a unique combination of 

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learning advantages and inspire a 

true love of learning in their students. 

The academy also offers exceptional 

summer camps, birthday parties, afterschool 

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HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER, 5060 

Dr. Phillips Blvd., Orlando, 407-290- 

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don’t know how to tell parents if something 

is wrong or what the problem is. 

They don’t know how to express themselves. 

Huntington Learning Center’s 

staff teaches children how to read 

and write properly and how to organize 

their thoughts. Once children 

master how to express themselves, 

problems cease to be problems. 

Put the fun back in your child, give 

them back their childhood, give them 

their future — that’s what Huntington 

Learning Center is all about! 

MAILE IMAGING, MODELING, ACTING, 

999 S. Orlando Ave., Winter Park, 

407-628-5989, lisamaile.com. Maile 

Image, Modeling, Acting offers several 

after-school programs. Etiquette 

After-School classes are Mondays 

from 4-5:30 p.m., On-Camera 

Acting is Tuesdays from 3:45-5:45 

p.m., Kids Modeling & Image is 

Wednesdays from 3:45-5:45 p.m., 

and Performing All-Star Troop is 

Wednesdays from 4:30-6:30 p.m. 

ORLANDO REPERTORY THEATRE, 1001 

E. Princeton Street, Orlando, 407- 

896-7365, www.orlandorep.com. 

Orlando Repertory Theatre, known 

as Orlando REP, strives to create 

quality theater for family that entertains, 

enriches and enlightens. 

Students of all ages can find many 

ways to get involved, from participating 

in Youth Academy classes to 

attending productions to volunteer 

ushering to participating in Writes 

of Spring to serving on the Student 

Advisory Board and more! Located 

near downtown Orlando in Loch 

Haven Cultural Park, Orlando REP is 

Florida’s only full-time professional 

theater for young audiences. It offers 

Youth Academy classes, creates 

community engagement programming, 

and is home to the University 

of Florida’s MFA program in Theatre 

for Young Audiences. 

THEATRE SOUTH PLAYHOUSE, in The 

Marketplace at Dr. Phillips, 7601 

Della Drive, Suite 15, Orlando, 407- 

489-4458, www.theatresouthplayhouse.org. 

Theatre South Playhouse 

is a professional and youth theater 

company that offers classes in acting, 

musical theater and dance for 

children, teens and adults. Private 

lessons in voice, piano, guitar, 

dance and acting, all taught by professionals 

currently working in their 

field, are also available. Youth auditions 

take place Aug. 12 and Aug. 

13 for its fall musicals. Professional 

shows, play readings, cabaret and 

comedy nights are performed right 

in Southwest Orlando! To register 

for classes, private lessons or 

to schedule an audition for Annie 

Kids (K-6th) or Legally Blonde Jr. 

The Musical (6th-12th grade), visit 

www.theatresouthplayhouse.org. 

This nonprofit theater company gives 

back one show at a time. ª 

Orange County Public Schools 2017-18 Student Calendar 

jr. 

Aug. 14 

Sept. 4 

Oct. 13 

Oct. 16 

Oct. 27 

Nov. 20-24 

Dec. 21 

Dec. 22 

Dec. 25-Jan. 5 

Jan. 15 

Feb. 19 

March 15 

March 16 

March 19-23 

May 28 

May 30 

First day of school 

Holiday 

First marking period ends 

Holiday 

Holiday 

Thanksgiving Break 

Second marking period ends 

Holiday 

Winter Break 

Holiday 

Holiday 

Third marking period ends 

Holiday 

Spring Break 

Holiday 

Last day of school


Southwest Schools 

Bay Meadows Elementary School 

Principal: Krista M. Bixler 

Phone: 407-876-7500 

9150 S. Apopka-Vineland Road 


baymeadowses.ocps.net 

Dr. Phillips Elementary School 

Principal: Tiffany Smid 

Phone: 407-354-2600 

6909 Dr. Phillips Blvd. 


drphillipses.ocps.net 

Lake Whitney Elementary School 

Principal: Elizabeth Prince 

Phone: 407-877-8888 

1351 Windermere Road 

Winter Garden, FL 34787 

lakewhitneyes.ocps.net 

Keene’s Crossing Elementary 

School 

Principal: Sherry Donaldson 

Phone: 407-654-1351 

5240 Keene’s Pheasant Drive 


keenescrossinges.ocps.net 

MetroWest Elementary School 

Principal: Christine A. Szymanski 

Phone: 407-296-6450 

1801 Lake Vilma Drive 


metrowestes.ocps.net 

Ocoee Elementary School 

Principal: Ana Gonzalez 

Phone: 407-877-5027 

400 S. Lakewood Ave. 


ocoeees.ocps.net 

Palm Lake Elementary School 

Principal: James Weis 

Phone: 407-354-2610 

8000 Pin Oak Drive 


palmlakees.ocps.net 

Sand Lake Elementary School 

Principal: Laura Suprenard 

Phone: 407-903-7400 

8301 Buena Vista Woods Blvd. 


sandlakees.ocps.net 

Thornebrooke Elementary School 

Principal: Christopher Daniels 

Phone: 407-909-1301 

601 Thornebrooke Dr. 


thornebrookees.ocps.net 

Westbrooke Elementary School 

Principal: Michelle Couret 

Phone: 407-656-6228 

500 Tomyn Blvd. 


westbrookees.ocps.net 

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Westpointe Elementary School 

Principal: Patricia G. Smith 

1801 Lake Vilma Drive 


Relief school scheduled to open 

Aug. 2017. Shares campus with 

MetroWest Elementary School. 

Whispering Oak Elementary 

School 

Principal: Lee Montgomery 

Phone: 407-656-7773 

15300 Stoneybrook West 

Parkway 


whisperingoakes.ocps.net 

Windermere Elementary School 

Principal: Diana Greer 

Phone: 407-876-7520 

11125 Park Ave. 


windermerees.ocps.net 

Windy Ridge K-8 School 

Principal: Tracy Webley 

Phone: 407-296-5100 

3900 Beech Tree Drive 


windyridgek8.ocps.net 

Bridgewater Middle School 

Principal: Andrew Jackson 

Phone: 407-905-3710 

5600 Tiny Rd. 


bridgewaterms.ocps.net 

Food and Nutrition Services 

407.317.3799 

Chain of Lakes Middle School 

Principal: Cheron Anderson 

Phone: 407-909-5400 

8700 Conroy-Windermere Road 


chainoflakesms.ocps.net 

Gotha Middle School 

Principal: Patrice Knowles 

Phone: 407-521-2360 

9155 Gotha Road 


Gothams.ocps.net 

Lakeview Middle School 

Principal: Gracemarie Howland 

Phone: 407-877-5010 

1200 W. Bay St. 


lakeviewms.ocps.net 

Ocoee Middle School 

Principal: Sam Davis 

Phone: 407-877-5035 

300 S. Bluford Ave. 


ocoeems.ocps.net 

Southwest Middle School 

Principal: Raymond “Chuck” 

Yockel 

Phone: 407-370-7200 

6450 Dr. Phillips Blvd. 


southwestms.ocps.net 

SunRidge Middle School 

Principal: Patricia Bowen- 

Painter 

Phone: 407-656-0794 

Orange County Council of PTAs 

407.317.3200, ext. 2192 

14955 Sunridge Blvd. 


sunridgems.ocps.net 

Dr. Phillips High School 

Principal: Suzanne Knight 

Phone: 407-355-3200 

6500 Turkey Lake Rd. 


drphillipshs.ocps.net 

Ocoee High School 

Principal: Laura Beusse 

Phone: 407-656-2280 

1925 Ocoee Crown Point 

Parkway Ocoee, FL 34761 

ocoeehs.ocps.net 

Olympia High School 

Principal: Guy Swenson 

Phone: 407-905-6400 

4301 S. Apopka-Vineland Road 


olympiahs.ocps.net 

West Orange High School 

Principal: William J. Floyd 

Phone: 407-905-2400 

1625 S. Beulah Road 


westorangehs.ocps.net 

Windermere High School 

Principal: Douglas J. Guthrie 

Phone: 407-992-0977 

5523 Winter Garden Vineland 

Road 


windermerehs.ocps.net 

School Choice Services 

407.317.3484 

Area Superintendent, East 

407.737.1490 

Area Superintendent, North 

407.532.7970 

Area Superintendent, Southeast 

407.317.3740 

Area Superintendent, Southwest 

407.318.3110 

Area Superintendent, West 

407.905.3200 

Associate Superintendent, STO 

407.317.3244 

Career and Technical Education 

407.317.3212 

Charter Schools 

407.317.3484 

Community Resources 

(Volunteers/Partners) 

407.317.3323 

District Office 

407.317.3200 

ESE Parent Support Team 

407.317.3200, ext. 200-2614 

Exceptional Student Education 

407.317.3249 

Foundation for OCPS 

407.317.3261 

Home Education 

407.317.3314 

Information Hotline 

407.317.3463 

Magnet Schools 

407.317.3484 

McKay Scholarship Information 

407.317.3275 

Multilingual Services (ESOL) 

407.317.3410 

Orange County Virtual School 

407.317.3327 

Preschool Diagnostic 

Intervention Services 

407.317.3503 

Records 

407.317.3965 

School Board Services 

407.317.3236 

School-Age Child Care (Extended 

Day) 

407.317.3383 

Student Enrollment 

407.317.3233 

Student Records 

Available from the last school 

that the student attended 

Title I Office 

407.317.3340 

Transportation Call Center 

407.317.3807 

Voluntary Pre-K 

407.317.3330 

Volunteers 

407.317.3323


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60 Years in the Making 

Happy Birthday, Foundation Academy! 

As the first day of school approaches, 

the halls of Foundation 

Academy are much like any other 

school, filled with teachers preparing 

classrooms and gearing up for the 

start of a new school year. However, 

this isn’t just any academic year for 

Foundation Academy. This year 

marks the school’s 60th anniversary, 

the celebration of which will officially 

kick off January 2018, at the annual 

State of the Academy Address. 

From what started as a kindergarten 

school in 1958, Foundation Academy 

is now a top-notch, pre-K 3 through 12, 

college-preparatory school that boasts 

state-of-the-art facilities and advanced 

classes with more growth on the horizon. 

The school has two campuses: 

North and South. The North Campus 

is for pre-K through sixth grades. 

The South Campus is where the seventh- 

through 12th-grade students attend. 

As a ministry of First Baptist 

Church of Winter Garden, at the 

heart of Foundation Academy's success 

is its biblical teaching, integrated 

into the curriculum and presented in 

engaging age-appropriate ways. 

The school is in the unique position 

to foster children from their first pre-K 

3 class all the way through high school 

graduation. Teachers prepare students 

in each grade for the next steps in their 

educational careers, whether that is 

getting ready for kindergarten or preparing 

for college, with the focus on 

aiming each of them toward a college 

experience. Foundation Academy is 

honored to have 100 percent college 

placement among its graduates since 

2010. The class of 2017, with 60 graduates, 

received more than $2.5 million 

in scholarship opportunities. 

“We feel like we’ve continued 

to grow, improve and build on our 

successes each year,” Michelle 

Campbell, admissions director, 

Foundation Academy’s master plan is approved, which includes an expanded gym, a 

fine arts center, and a new athletic complex. 

said. “Enrollment is at an all-time 

high and continuing to grow.” 

A STEAM Education 

Foundation Academy’s curriculum 

incorporates STEAM — science, 

technology, engineering, arts and 

mathematics. The teachers are able 

to have a cohesive strategy that 

makes it seamless, not using STEAM 

to replace conventional learning, but 

to enhance it. Students start using 

technology in preschool and, as they 

progress, use more advanced equipment, 

such as drones and a 3-D printer. 

The school partners with Google 

Education, and all teachers receive 

training on how to incorporate technology 

with learning. 

STEAM wouldn’t be complete without 

the arts. Art classes and extracurriculars 

are available to all ages. The 

arts department has received high 

accolades, including a 100 percent 

pass rate for AP studio art class for 

six years in a row and earning the 

Florida ACSI Best in Show at the high 

school level every year since 2010. 

The Thespian Society competes at the 

PROMOTIONAL FEATURE 

state level against private and public 

schools every year. The program is 

enriched by the support of the Fine 

Arts League, a parent-contributed 

organization. 

Growth on the Horizon 

Due to Foundation Academy’s 

growth, expansions and upgrades 

have become necessary. The school 

received approval on its master plan, 

which includes an expansion of the 

gym, a fine arts center, and a new 

athletic complex. The South Campus 

also has upgraded anatomy and 

marine science labs, and is currently 

upgrading a combined lab for chemistry 

and biology for the new school 

year. 

The athletic complex broke ground 

in May 2017 and is expected to 

be completed in time to play the 

homecoming football game on the 

new field. The complex will serve 

as the home field for football, soccer 

and track. The football team has 

been using Walker Field in Winter 

Garden while track and soccer 

teams practice on the current South 

Campus. All programs are looking 

forward to the new facility. 

“It’s been a great experience using 

Walker Field, but we are very excited, 

because there is nothing like having 

your own home field on your own 

property,” Campbell said. “We’re really 

excited to get facilities that match 

the quality of the programs.” 

School officials are planning construction 

of a new fine arts center and 

more classrooms in the near future. 

“It’s an exciting time to be a part 

of the Foundation Academy family,” 

exclaimed David Buckles, school 

president. 

Because Foundation Academy 

relies on donations and community 

partners, school officials are conscious 

of being wise with the funding 

and plan to move forward when 

they are confident everything is in 

order. 

With Foundation Academy, students 

get the best of so many things: 

a great academic program, athletic 

opportunities, a family atmosphere, 

enrichment and extracurricular activities. 

The school is large enough 

to do all the traditional events that 

make special memories — prom, 

homecoming, school plays, etc. — 

and also offer a top education and 

biblical foundation that prepare 

students for college and beyond. 

For more information, call 407-877- 

2744 or visit foundationacademy.net. ª


n Palm Lake 

Elementary 

Palm Lake Elementary’s Beta 

team, led by teacher Abigail 

Carter, competed at the National 

Beta, where more than 12,000 

people were in attendance, and 

placed in the top 10 for Tower 

of Power. Sydney Bush, Eren 

Fakioglu, Ella Irwin, Ricky 

Kelley and Max McLaughlin 

placed in the top 10 for the Tower 

of Power division. Runner-up for 

special talent was Yana Peneva. 

The Site Up team, composed of 

Grace Grant, Jonah Proulx, 

Dalton Robertson-Manor and 

Christopher Winiewicz, won 

first place. This team created a 

website throughout the course of 

two days, including video, informational 

graphics and more. The 

children were not allowed to use 

any templates and wrote the code 

themselves. They competed against 

middle schools in this category and 

beat them all. 

n Thornebrooke 

Elementary 

Thornebrooke Elementary is gearing 

up for a successful year. It received 

another “A” grade from the 

state for the 2016-17 term, along with 

a state top 10 percent award. TES 

has been honored as a Gold School 

and is one of the few schools to gain 

recognition as a Five Star School for 

the past 12 years. The school’s principal, 

Christopher Daniels, contributes 

its success to parental and 

community involvement. 

n Gotha Middle 

Gotha Middle offered a summer 

program called the YMCA of Central 

Florida Summer Zone. Program offerings 

included team sports, culinary 

arts, STEM — science, technology, 

engineering and math; digital media; 

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and performing arts. Incoming sixthgraders 

through outgoing eighthgraders 

were welcome to attend. 

There was also a special Transition 

Camp Week, where students followed 

rotations to learn about the 

basics of middle school life: who 

their guidance counselor is, who 

their administrators are, how to go 

through the cafeteria line, where to 

catch the correct bus at the end of the 

day, how to use the locker room, etc. 

n Windermere High 

Windermere High will soon begin 

its first school year. In an introductory 

letter, Principal Douglas Guthrie 

stated, “We know that [2017-18] 

will be a wonderful new start for 

students here at Windermere High 

School. Our teachers and staff have 

worked hard to establish a rigorous 

curriculum based on STEAM (science, 

technology, engineering, arts and 

mathematics). We challenge you to 

strive to achieve the highest levels in 

all your endeavors. We believe all students 

have the potential to complete 

college-level courses or even earn 

an Associate of Arts degree while 

at Windermere High School. We 

encourage you to challenge yourself 

with honors, advanced placement 

and Valencia College courses. 

Course selection allows you to begin 

an adventure through which you will 

learn and define, not only who you 

are, but also what you can become.” 

The school will be offering a sneak 

peek, hosted by Southwest resident 

and Orange County School Board 

member Pam Gould, on Aug. 2. 

n Et Al 

During Bishop Moore Catholic 

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fundraising campaign in 2014, a 

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Bishop Moore Catholic High School’s Lion & Hornet Society members continue their charitable efforts. 

The group has continued its charitable 

efforts. This year, L&HS members 

will donate more than $6,000 to the 

annual fund. They have also expanded 

their efforts into other charitable 

works, including fundraisers and 

community service projects. In 2017, 

the group contacted the Orlando 

Rescue Union and held a winter 

clothing and personal hygiene donation 

drive. In addition, the classes of 

2018-20 have self-organized their 

own societies for a combined L&HS 

membership of nearly 100 students. 

Several 2016-17 Southwest Orlando 

students were named as National 

Merit Scholarship winners. The awards 

provide between $500 and $2,000 

annually for up to four years of undergraduate 

study at the institution 

financing the scholarship. Local winners 

included Benjamin Anouge, 

Jay Desai, Madison Kelberman, 

Kyle Ramos, Arjun Singh and 

Julia Wright of Olympia High; 

Dominic Canora, Valeria 

Chavez and Bryan Fu of Lake 

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Many schools throughout the area 

are holding Meet the Teacher nights 

next month. Contact your local school 

for details and exact times. Those 

that have released dates are Bay 

Meadows Elementary, Aug. 11; 

Palm Lake Elementary, Aug. 10; 

Thornebrooke Elementary, Aug. 

11; Westbrooke Elementary, Aug. 

10; Whispering Oak Elementary, 

Aug. 10; Windermere Elementary, 

Aug. 11; and The First Academy, 

Aug. 7. 

The Florida Afterschool Network 

hosted a statewide municipal summit 

about after-school and expanded 

learning in conjunction with the Florida 

Chamber Foundation’s Learners 

to Earners Education Summit in 

Orlando. Supported by the National 

League of Cities, the event highlighted 

a wide range of local elected officials 

from cities across the state. Orlando 

Mayor Buddy Dyer served as host 

and was joined by featured speaker 

Chancellor Hershel Lyons from 

the Florida Department of Education, 

Florida League of Mayors Incoming 

President and Windermere Mayor 

Gary Bruhn, and Jacksonville City 

Council President-Designate Anna 

Lopez Brosche. 

“After-school and summer programs 

improve school performance, 

increase work preparedness, reduce 

juvenile crime and promote healthier 

lifestyles,” Mayor Dyer said. 

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the 15 Central Florida educators and 

lodging establishments they shadowed. 

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The annual Teacher Academy 

Program, a weeklong job-shadowing 

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to better understand 

the various career opportunities in 

the hospitality industry. This awareness 

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n Dr. Phillips family needs 

help 

A Dr. Phillips family had their lives 

forever changed when Emily Nelson 

was shot four times outside her family’s 

apartment June 11. Emily is a 16-yearold 

student at Dr. Phillips High 

School. As a result of Emily’s injuries, 

her mother, Andrea, will be unable 

to resume work as a caregiver at The 

Russell Home for Atypical Children. 

Emily, who lives with her mom and 

three younger siblings, will require ongoing 

care and rehabilitation. 

Employees of The Russell Home have 

set up a GoFundMe page in Emily’s 

name to raise money for bills associated 

with her care and the household 

living expenses. Those who wish to 

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n Political Alliance officials 

announce 2017 board 

of directors 

The West Orange Political 

Alliance, a nonprofit, nonpartisan 

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organization that operates as a 

political committee recognized by 

the Florida Division of Elections, 

announced the slate for its 2017 

board of directors. 

The organization, led by 

Chairman Jeff Milhausen, 

named its new vice president, 

Camille Evans, and secretary, 

Nick Asma. Craig Swygert 

joined as the board’s newest 

sponsor member. Other members 

are Kurt Ardaman, Austin 

Arthur, Melanie Becker, 

David Billsborough, Derek 

Blakeslee, Debbie Clements, 

Mark Griffith, Jeff Jonasen, 

Gerald Jowers, Randy June, 

Tim Keating, Gary Merideth, 

Charles Roper, Adrianna 

Sekula, Michelle Strenth, 

Beth Thibodaux, and ex-officio 

members Joe Alarie and Stina 

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n HFUW holds Day of Action 

Heart of Florida United Way 

sponsored its ninth annual Day of 

A member of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida’s Walt 

Disney World branch picks out five books to take home during 

Heart of Florida United Way’s Day of Action. 

Action, a communitywide volunteering 

event aimed at providing local 

children in low-income households 

with books to read during the summer 

months. This initiative hopes to 

prevent the “summer slide,” which is 

the loss of reading proficiency while 

students are out of the classroom. 

More than 100 United Way 

volunteers sorted 

through book 

donations and 

participated in 

projects, including 

reading 

aloud to children 

and playing word 

games. As part of 

the event, children 

received books, 

a book bag and 

journal. Last year, 

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n Girl Scouts donate cookies 

to Give Kids The World 

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Girl Scouts of Citrus Council donated 

more than 620 cases of Girl Scout 

cookies to Give Kids The World 

Village, which makes dreams come 

true for children with life-threatening 

illnesses and their families. The cookies 

will be distributed to the families 

and children. Give Kids The World 

Village is a 79-acre nonprofit “storybook” 

resort that provides magical, 

weeklong, cost-free vacations when 

a qualifying child’s wish is to visit 

Central Florida’s theme parks and 

attractions. 

n List of unclaimed checks 

The Orange County Clerk of 

Courts office may have money for 

some residents, businesses or organizations 

in the form of a check. 

Unclaimed checks are listed at www. 

myorangeclerk.com. 

If a resident sees his/her name on 

the list, they have until Sept. 1, 2017, 

to claim the money. Listed checks 

are those that were mailed but never 

cashed. For more information or to 

claim a check, call 407-836-2000. 

n Scholarship deadline 

approaching 

Applications are being accepted 

for the Rich Salick Scholarship, 

which provides financial assistance 

for dialysis and transplant patients, 

as well as living donors, to 

pursue post-secondary education. 

Applications must be submitted by 

Friday, July 28, 2017. 

For more information or to apply 

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n Free back-to-school 

physicals for uninsured 

Back-to-school physicals are a 

summertime ritual for school-aged 

children and their families; however, 

for the estimated 27,000 children 

in Orange and Seminole counties 

who are uninsured, this annual rite 

of passage can be out of reach. 

For the fourth consecutive year, 

Shepherd’s Hope, in partnership 

with Nemours Children’s Health 

System, is offering free back-toschool 

physicals and other medical 

services for local uninsured and underinsured 

families at three locations 

between July 31 and Aug. 10. 

Physicals will be offered at 

Longwood Shepherd’s Hope Health 

Center, 600 N. U.S. Highway 17-92, 

Suite 124, Longwood; Downtown 

Shepherd’s Hope Health Center, 101 

S. Westmoreland Drive, Orlando; 

and Dr. Diebel Jr. Memorial 

Shepherd’s Hope Health Center, 

9833 E. Colonial Drive, Orlando. 

Appointments can be made by calling 

407-876-6699, ext. 243. 

n Children’s Home Society 

of Florida receives 

accreditation 

Children’s Home Society 

of Florida, based in Orlando, 

achieved national accreditation from 

the Council of Accreditation. The 

nonprofit, peer-driven COA seeks 

to improve delivery outcomes by accrediting 

organizations that demonstrate 

best-practice standards in the 

field of human services. 

CHS has continually earned this 

distinct honor since 1982. It is among 

less than 20 percent of organizations 

nationwide to achieve full or substantial 

implementation ratings for all of 

COA’s accreditation standards relevant 

to the organization. The standards 

are intended to ensure that 

services are well-coordinated, culturally 

competent, evidence-based, 

outcomes-oriented and provided by 

a skilled and supported workforce. 

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schedules the least. This means 

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Former Winter Garden 

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resident Robert “Bobby O” 

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Congressman Daniel Webster for the 

special election taking place Aug. 

15 for Florida State Representative of 

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Bruhn, Winter Garden Mayor 

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former Winter Garden Commissioner and Sterling 

Pointe resident Robert “Bobby O” Olszewski 

for Florida State Representative for District 44 in the 

upcoming special election. 

John Rees, and Ocoee Mayor 

Rusty Johnson, as well as the entire 

Windermere Town Council: John 

Armstrong, Bob McKinley, 

Richard Montgomery, Jim 

O’Brien and Al Pichon. 

n Winter Garden 

John Scott, a Winter 

Garden resident and 

master’s student in Miami 

University’s Global Field 

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Paraguay this month as 

part of the university’s 

Project Dragonfly. John 

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Rotary International promotes a 

program in which young people 

participate in an exchange in different 

countries. Various families 

of the Rotary Club of Lake 

Buena Vista and others in the 

same district hosted Tzu-Chi 

Ting “Sofhia” of Taiwan for 11 

months, from August 2016 through 

Tzu-Chi Ting “Sofhia” (center) of Taiwan visits Brenda Sali of the Rotary Club of 

Celebration (left) and Rotary Club of Lake Buena Vista President Jean Campana, 

among others, during her Rotary student exchange program. 

CONTINUED ON PAGE 32



June 2017. During her stay, Sofhia 

spoke to several Rotary clubs 

about her life in Taiwan and her 

experiences with American life. 

She also attended school and 

joined programs created by Rotary 

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and interacting with other 

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There is no day the music died 

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and sounds of Johnny Wild 

and the Delights, a local tribute 

band of ’50s and ’60s music. 

Specializing in the timeless classics 

of Buddy Holly, Roy Orbison, 

Hank Williams and others from 

the early rock ‘n’ roll generation, 

this band seeks to immerse audiences 

in the tunes of their youth 

or acquaint these artists with audiences 

for the first time. 

“We want audiences to have 

a time-traveling experience, and 

I can’t tell you how many people 

have come up saying, ‘Hey, that 

brought me back,’ and that our energy 

is different from other bands 

doing this type of show. People 

are responding to that, and it is really 

fun for us,” said band founder 

Andy Matchett, lead guitarist 

and singer, who graduated from 

Dr. Phillips High School’s 

Visual & Performing Arts program. 

What had begun as a way for 

band members to be able to play 

music they enjoyed has become a 

SOUTHWEST 

professional musical experience 

that keeps Central Florida audiences 

twisting, swinging and doing 

the mashed potato. 

Researching the Greats 

Johnny Wild and the Delights 

originated from the band members’ 

genuine love for the beloved 

tunes of the ‘50s and ‘60s, whether 

it was surfing songs by the 

Beach Boys or groundbreaking 

music by Elvis Presley and Hank 

Williams. 

Andy recalled hearing these 

songs as a child, and they always 

remind him of good times with 

family. The opportunity to play 

Buddy Holly in The Buddy Holly 

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his knowledge of Holly and early 

rock ‘n’ roll music, as well as introduced 

him to his bass player, 

Abe. 

The two thought about forming a 

band together, which established 

Andy Matchett and the Minks, 

and allowed them to play original 

music and build their playing 

repertoire of ‘50s and ‘60s music 

in the meantime. The Minks performed 

until 2012, leading Andy 

to form another band, the threepiece 

Continentals, which was 

the first foray into being a tribute 

band of retro music. 

However, the creative juices really 

began flowing when Johnny 

Wild and the Delights formed in 

2013, increased by the national 

appreciation for the ‘50s and ‘60s 

culture, thanks to shows like Mad 

Men. The addition of more bandmates, 

include the Wildettes — 

Andy’s girlfriend, Amanda, and 

Abe’s wife, Whitney — brought 

the band to completion. 

“We wanted to bring the style 

of Mad Men, that feeling, to music 

and as immersive of an experience 

as possible on our budget,” 

Andy said. “We will go to vintage 

shops to get clothing as close to 

the genre as we can get.” 

Andy also took to researching 

the mannerisms of the artists 

whose songs the band would be 

performing, finding online videos 

to learn how Roy Orbison, 

Buddy Holly and Hank Williams 

played their guitars, interacted 

with audiences and put passion 

into their music. He relied heavily 

on his theatrical background from 

DPHS’s VPA program to embody 

the musicians, while adding his 

own touches here and there in 

performances. 


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The results have been countless, 

full-capacity shows in the 

three squares of The Villages 

in Sumter County, as well as 

regular gigs at DeLand’s Athens 

Theater and in Winter Haven. 

Performing locally allows the 

band to stay close to their families, 

while bringing a retro flavor 

to their beloved Central Florida 

community. 

All ages attend their shows, but 

Andy admits the older crowds at 

The Villages get the most enjoyment 

from their performances. 

“Entertainment has value to the 

older crowds,” he said. “We place 

value on what we do, because 

we know it is two hours of great 

memories, great times and great 

dancing. For people in their 20s 

and 30s, we wanted our band to 

educate them on this early rock ‘n’ 

roll feeling and this music that was 

treated with integrity. 

“This band meets all of my criteria: 

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Johnny Wild and the Delights perform retro music at several locations in Central Florida. 

something that has limitless possibilities, 

something that has an 

audience, and something that I 

felt I could do with some artistic 

integrity. We sketch out the show 

to where, when we are onstage, 

it looks effortless. Many hours are 

put into making it work, and, to 

me, that little bit of difference between 

a regular band playing the 

songs and our performances is 

noticed by audiences.” 

More Tributes to Come 

There are many shows planned 

ahead for Johnny Wild and the 

Delights, including this October’s 

Monster’s Ball performance in The 

Villages, a Motown-themed show 

and a themed cruise in April 2018. 

Andy has hopes to eventually put 

together a Beatles show and hand 

the reigns over to his Wildettes for 

a special Grease singalong performance 

that the ladies will direct 

and choreograph. 

Yet what fuels the band to keep 

researching, planning shows and 

bringing their best is knowing that 

audiences young and old are experiencing 

again (or for the first time) 

the soul, energy and passion that 

made rock ‘n’ roll what it is today. 

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n Charities/Fundraisers 

Aug. 1-31 — Food Drive 

Central Florida Toyota Scion of Orlando, 

10020 Orange Blossom Trail, Orlando, partners 

with Move For Hunger, a national nonprofit 

organization, to hold a food drive at the dealership. 

Residents are urged to donate nonperishable 

food items such as peanut butter, tuna fish, 

canned fruits/vegetables, pasta, rice, beans 

and cereal to help support the effort. Anyone 

making a donation receives $5 off service or 10 

percent off a parts purchase. Time: Donations 

may be dropped off Monday-Saturday from 

7 a.m.-9 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m.-7 p.m. 

For more information, call Dan, 732-774-0521, 

ext. 109; email dan@moveforhunger.org or visit 

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n Children’s/Teen 

Programs 

July 24, 25, 26, 27 & 31 — 

Library Programs 

Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St., 

Winter Garden, hosts the following programs 

for children and/or teens: Mad Science Live 

Shipwrecked for ages 6-12 on July 24 at 

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10:30 a.m. Seating is limited, so registration 

is required; TechKrew: Young Makers Camp 

for ages 11-13 on July 24, July 25 and July 

26 at 1:30 p.m. Register online at calendar. 

ocls.info.; Building a Recipe for teens on July 

27 at 6:30 p.m.; and WhizKids: Make Pop 

Up Cards for ages 9-12 on July 31 at 3:30 

p.m. Register online at calendar.ocls.info. For 

more information, call 407-835-7323. 

Aug. 12 & 13 — Youth & Teen 

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Theatre South Playhouse, 7601 Della Drive, 

Suite 15, Orlando, holds youth/teen fall auditions 

for its debut season at The Marketplace 

at Dr. Phillips. Roles are being cast for Legally 

Blonde Jr. The Musical and Annie Kids. Space 

is limited, so reservations are required. For more 

information, visit theatresouthplayhouse.org. 

n Classes/Programs 

Ongoing — Computer Lessons For Adults 

Orange County Parks & Recreation offers 

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Cost: $5 per three-hour session. For more 

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July 24 — Meet The Authors 

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Dunn, Jen Malone and Darcy Woods, a Q & A. 

A book sale and signing follows the event. Time: 

6 p.m. For more information, call 407-835-7323. 

n Events/Performances 

July 21 — Summer Carnival 

Cranium Academy, 4068 Winter Garden Vineland 

Road, Winter Garden, hosts a summer carnival, 

including bounce houses, games, prizes, airbrush 

tattoos, music, dancing and food vendors. Time: 6-8 

p.m. Admission is free. For more information, call 

407-294-6950 or visit www.craniumacademy.com. 

Aug. 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12 & 13 — 

Beauty And The Beast Performances 

The Founder’s Hall at St. Luke’s United 

Methodist Church, 4851 S. Apopka-Vineland 

Road, Orlando, presents performances of 

Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. Time: Aug. 4, 

Aug. 5, Aug. 10, Aug. 11 and Aug. 12 at 

7:30 p.m.; and Aug. 6, Aug. 12 and Aug. 13 

at 2:30 p.m. Cost: $16-$22. To buy tickets, 

visit www.st.lukes.org/beautyandthebeast. For 

more information, email jelliott@st.lukes.org. 

Sept. 4-Oct. 22 — Disney’s 

Newsies The Musical Performances 

Orlando Repertory Theatre in Partnership With 

UCF, 1001 E. Princeton St., Orlando, presents 

performances of Disney’s Newsies The Musical. 

Cost: Ticket prices start at $15. For more information, 

call 407-896-7365 or visit orlandorep.com. 

n Miscellaneous 

July 29, Aug. 5, 12, 19 & 26 — 

Farmers Markets 

Winter Garden Farmers Market, voted No. 1 

in America, takes place at 104 S. Lakeview 

Ave., Winter Garden. The market has more 

than 150 vendors, and there is a new parking 

garage next to the event. Time: Saturdays from 

9 a.m.-2 p.m. 

Aug. 5 — Food Truck Night 

Summerport Village Food Truck Night, a family-friendly 

event that features a variety of food 

trucks, local vendors, live music and children’s 

activities, takes place at 13790 Bridgewater 

Crossing Blvd., Windermere. Time: the first 

Saturday of every month from 5:30-9 p.m. 

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Aug. 24 — Food Truck Takeover 

MetroWest Food Truck Takeover takes place in 

Veranda Park near 2121 S. Hiawassee Road, 

Orlando. Time: the fourth Thursday of each 

month from 6-9 p.m. For more information, 

visit metrowestcommunity.com. 

n Networking/Clubs 

July 27 — Book Club Meeting 

Winter Garden Library, 805 E. Plant St., 

Winter Garden, hosts a book club meeting, 

during which attendees discuss The Healing: 

A Novel by Jonathan Odell. Registration is 

required. Time: 6 p.m. For more information, 

call 407-835-7323. 

n Support Groups 

July 20 — Autism Spectrum 

Disorder Support Group 

Building C, Room 200, at St. Luke’s United 


Road, Orlando, hosts a support group 

designed for parents of children and teens on 

the autism spectrum disorder to share challenges, 

ideas, concerns, success stories and 

fellowship. A trained facilitator offers a brief 

topical lesson each month. Registration is 

required. Time: 7-8:30 p.m. For more information, 

call 407-876-4991, ext. 262; or email 

care@st.lukes.org. 

Aug. 10 — Cancer Support Ministry 

Building A, Room 201, at St. Luke’s United 


Road, Orlando, hosts a cancer support group 

for individuals and families affected by cancer. 

All faiths are welcome. The meeting, 

led by cancer survivors and caregivers, is 

open to all cancer patients, survivors, caregivers 

and loved ones in the community. 

Time: the second Thursday of each month 

from 6:30-8 p.m. For more information or to 

RSVP, call 407-876-4991, ext. 262; or email 

care@st.lukes.org. 

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Opportunities 

Ongoing — Volunteers/Docents 

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Oakland Nature Preserve, 747 Machete Trail, 

Oakland, seeks adults interested in learning 

about the history, wildlife, plants and restoration 

efforts at ONP to volunteer at the preserve to 

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tour from time to time. Workdays are Mondays 

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• 3,314 - 4,927 Sq. Ft. 

• 4 - 5 Bedrooms w/ Den 

• 3 - 5 Baths 

NOW SELLING! 

• 2 - 3 Car Garages 

• From the high $270s 

• Waterfront Homesites 

7719 Minutemen Loop, Winter Garden, FL 34787 | 407-905-4651 

7518 Blue Quail Lane, Orlando, FL 32835 | 407-628-3602 

THE RESERVE AT PHILLIPS COVE 

NOW SELLING! 

• 2,681 - 4,121 Sq. Ft. 


• 2 - 3 Baths 




6975 Phillips Reserve Court, Orlando, FL 32819 | 407-439-0013 


• 2 - 3 Car Garages 


1106 Estancia Woods Loop, Windermere, FL 34786 | 407-756-5025 

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