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Blaise Schaefer8th Grader at Saint Theresa Catholic SchoolYou are involved with a lot of activities at school, tell us about them all. Well, currently at school I am a part of the school choir, which means I sing at every Wednesday Mass. I’m our Student Council Secretary, which comes with all sorts of responsibilities. I’m also a member of the National Junior Honors Society (NJHS), which means I tutor occasionally to other students at the school. I help out with a lot of the events at our school like the auction and fall festival, as well as get involved in the sports programs. I’m playing basketball right now for the school… don’t ask how that’s going (we’re 0-4)!

Which do you think is your favorite? My favorite would be torn from choir and Student Council. Both offer me really good opportunities to get involved in school and church life. I really have used choir to become incredibly involved in our school’s usage of our church (I know how to set up the whole church for a mass) but Student Council offers a lot of ways to get involved with the school as well. I just really like being able to help out in every way possible.

Tell us about your involvement in your school musical? I was in our school’s production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat last year, playing the role of one of Joseph’s brothers: Issachar. I had a solo for a depressing song with a heavy French accent. Thanks to our director, Terry Temple, the show was a huge success that even won an award in a youth theater organization. I plan on being a part of Mr. Temple’s next production in the spring, but we don’t know what it will be yet.

What do you love the most about STCS? I love the teachers and staff and STCS the most. Without them nothing would really be possible. They’re some of the nicest people I know. The community is also amazing and worth note here. The parents of my grade are so generous with their time and talent to put together things like our Christmas dance last Friday.

What do you think is the hardest part about juggling extra circulars and still being an honor student? Just giving up the time to do it. I like to have fun with all of the extra-curricular programs and still manage good grades. You have to give more time and effort. Staying after school until 4:30 for basketball doesn’t mean you’re going to have less homework when you get home. You just have to be willing to give up some of that free time you might be used to having.

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HOLIDAY CONCERTThere’s nothing like school concerts for the holidays.

Bringing the family together, supporting the students, teachers, and the arts, and celebrating the holidays

as a community. For some families going to their school’s holiday or Christmas concert is almost as traditional as Thanksgiving dinner. The season would not be same without all the cheesy holiday lyrics, quirky dress-codes, odd but symbolic staging, and the sound of developing voices doing their best to make you proud.

Since the Holiday concert has become such an annual routine at CEE, Mr. Cruz does his best to make CEE’s Holiday concerts anything but routine.

What was your favorite thing about putting together the Holiday Concert?E.W.: My favorite thing was having fun learning the dance moves and learning the songsN.B.: I liked the choreography and the team effort.K.W.: It was really exciting and I liked the team effortC.J.: My favorite part was learning the songs and moves because we had to show the audience how much work we put into it.M.G.: The fact that we got to learn choreographyK.J.: Everything I just have so much fun with these things. Are you excited for the Spring Concert?E.W: Yes, I am very excited because I loved all the other concerts.A: I am very excited about the next concert because I know that Mr. Cruz is going to plan something amazing!E.J.: - I am soooo excited for the spring concert.A: Yes, I’m ecstatic and I’m counting the days.K.J.: - Yes because I get to do the songs and get to help with the costumes.L.N.: - Yes, I am excited to see what we do next concertA.M.: - OH! YEAH!!! How do you think the audience liked the show? Do you get stage fright?

C.J.: - I think the audience enjoyed the concert. I did not get stage fright at all because I just think I’m in the choir room and no one is there.M.K.: I asked my parents and they said it was the best concert yet. I get stage fright sometimes.L.N.: I think they liked it a lot. I also don’t really get scared because I am with all my friends.J.B.: I think the audience thought we sounded great! No, I don’t get stage fright, after the solo I got last year I am not afraid of anything that involves people. What did you family think of the concert?A: I think my family loved the concert because they were so proud of me.G.H.: My family was in Awe!M.C.: They said it was great and awesome!A.: My family was shocked at how good it was.K.J.: They loved it, they always love coming to my performances.J.B.: My family loved it. They thought the choir sounded the best! Z

“I treat the holiday concerts at CEE almost like a showcase with the different grades. I don’t give the entire school a central theme; instead I give a theme to each grade so it leaves room for variety… I always aim high, almost too high sometimes, but because I do so, I know that no matter what the students will be amazing. They will rise to the occasion. I expect a lot out of my students and after the successes of last year’s concerts they know that in the end all their hard work will be paid off the moment they step on that stage.” -Mr. Joseph Kozma-Cruz, Music Instructor


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Pencils are being sharpened and notebooks stashed in backpacks as the second half of the school year gets under way in Arizona. It’s this time of year when

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zoolightSThis perennial classic doesn’t fade out with the end of 2013. Enjoy ZooLights at the Phoenix Zoo until January 12th.

the heaRD muSeumJanuary 5th is the last day of the amazing Latino Folk Tales: Cuentos Populares exhibit at the Heard. This unique, family-friendly exhibition features 60 original illustrations from 10 talented, award-winning children’s book artists whose work enhances stories collected from many Spanish-speaking regions including Mexico, New Mexico, Puerto Rico, Central and South America.

muSical inStRument muSeumJanuary 11th from 11:30am to noon visitors to the Musical Instrument Museum can enjoy Mini Tours: Women in Music. Discover the female stars of MIM in this short tour featuring the Women in Jazz, Taylor Swift, and Clara Rockmore exhibits. Led by a Museum Guide, learn about these famous women, their instruments, and the impact they’ve had on the history of music.

ScottSDale muSeum oF contemPoRaRY aRtThursday, January 30th from 5:00pm to 7:00, come visit the free opening of SMOCA’s “Art in Motion” Bike Sculptures. Are they bicycles…or are they sculptures? The answer is yes on both counts! “Art in Motion” showcases the results of a unique workshop series where high school students were given bicycles, spare parts, materials, and limitless reign to create artful, ride-able sculptures.

chilDRen’S muSeum oF PhoenixParents – enjoy a well-deserved date night starting at seven on the last day of January at the Children’s Museum of Phoenix. The Museum is going back to the 1970’s for Play Date: A Night for Grown

Ups To Come Out and Play. Put on those wild polyester prints and join us as we celebrate that crazy decade that brought us everything from Disco to Southern Rock, from platform shoes to leisure suits, and from Star Wars to The Godfather. Dancing, food trucks, cash bars, Atari walls, retro games, art projects and more!

aRizona Science centeRLooking for ways to help make science more accessible for your kids? Join Justin Ryan from ASU for a family-friendly 20 minute conversation about art and science in medicine. In this virtual and physical tour of the heart, participants will learn about 3D printing, medical images and the promise of virtual healthcare. The conversation is free with paid admission to the Museum.

chilDSPlaYYou’re invited! Come celebrate Dr. Seuss’s birthday with food, activities, a VIP performance of The Cat in the Hat and a special visit from the characters! The party kicks off on Saturday, February 15th at the Tempe Center for the Performing Arts.

aSu gammageJanuary 14th - 19th ASU Gammage is home to Peter and the Starcatcher. This musical play takes a hilarious romp through the Neverland you never knew. This swashbuckling prequel to Peter Pan will have you hooked from the moment you let your imagination take flight.

az muSeum FoR YouthThe Arizona Museum for Youth (AMY) in Mesa is a great place to spend a Saturday afternoon. AMY introduces children to the visual excitement and cultural enrichment provided by the fine arts. Come visit their current exhibit “Art Speaks: A Way With Words.”

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national comeDY theateRFamilies can enjoy watching the comedy classic The Three Amigos at the National Comedy Theater January 30th. Starting at 7:30pm the showing is hosted by an actual comedian with prizes and trivia from Bookman’s. A great way to share great movies from one generation to the next.

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uS aiRWaYS centeRJanuary 8th to 12th the eventually to be renamed US Airways Center is home to Disney on Ice. Bring the whole family to Rockin’ Ever After and rock out with some of the most magical idols of all in a musical showcase that features the hottest tunes and talent from across the kingdom!

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eaSt valleY Youth SeRviceS netWoRkThese quarterly meetings create networking opportunities for professionals who provide mental and health services to youth. Light hors d’oeuvres will be provided. The next session is January 16th at 6:00pm at the Primavera Blended Learning Center at 2451 N Arizona Ave in Chandler.

DeSeRt Botanical gaRDenDBG is going to the dogs – and you should come too. The Arizona Desert Botanical Garden’s latest exhibit “Dogs’ Day in the Garden” is January 25th. Entrance fee for dogs is $1 with proceed benefiting the Arizona Humane Society.

Phoenix SYmPhonYYou’ve heard about it, now experience it. On January 10th, the Phoenix Symphony will be performing Beethoven’s world-renowned and fateful Fifth Symphony. Guest conductor JoAnna Falletta will be joined by Guest Artist Yolanda Kondonassis making this a truly unique evening.

teSSeRact SchoolJan. 27 - fREE Summer Camp Information Night Hosted by friendly Pines CampFriendly Pines sleepaway camp in Prescott will offer a very helpful and fun-filled information night at Tesseract School’s Paradise Valley campus. Parents and children are invited to attend and learn about this renowned, 73-year old Arizona summer camp tradition. All your questions about the sleepaway camp experience will be answered.Tesseract School is located at 4800 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Paradise Valley. For more information, call 1-888-281-CAMP or visit www.friendlypines.com Z

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Q. how many languages do you speak?a: I speak Mandarin, Chinese and Global Minds.

Q. What do you like about preschool at global minds?a: I like Jefferson (our newfoundland dog), bubbles and playing!

Q. What does “wo jiao Wren” mean?a: Thats me! My name is Wren.

Q. What do you like about your teacher mrs. chi chi?a: We play yoga together and she helps me with stuff. Sometimes we blow bubbles outside! (Hands in the air and spinning).

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trim-the- table Winners!The final numbers have been tallied and this year we raised 18,772 total cans of food to support our local food banks! The Grand Prize winner, who raised 5,522 cans of peas, is Imagine Schools west Gilbert. We also had a Radio Disney Dance Party! Q. how do you feel about winning?a. Matthew B. - This is exciting for us. I was part of Student Council last year and I am glad we won again. Q. What will you do with the money?a. Isis B. - We will be shopping for students in need. We get to go to the store and pick things out for them.

Liberty Arts Academy’s 6th grade class has been working diligently on their community service project this year, in support of our troops overseas. They are putting together individual care packages that include small hygiene products and non-perishable food items. They have also coordinated small school-wide fundraisers to collect funding for flat-rate postage, and will be sending the packages off to our troops in Afghanistan an Iraq. Our school prides itself on displaying kind, caring and respectful attitudes. What better way to demonstrate these character traits! This project is very close to our 6th grade teacher’s heart, Ms. Dangel. Her son-in-law, Nathan Martens, was killed in Afghanistan just 8 days after he arrived. He was a Corpsman assigned to a marine group as well as a husband, father, and son. The 6th graders have also been working on their writing skills by creating and sending letters to these great men and women. We are hoping that our care packages will boost their spirit overseas, as well as set a positive example of human kindness for our students.

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Q. how many different things have you volunteered for?

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I also collected 89 blankets and towels for the Humane Society so the animals had something warm to lie on while they rested.

Q. Which one has been your favorite? a. My favorite organization that I have worked with has to be Locks of Love! I have donated my hair for this organization three times and absolutely enjoy more than anything else to help a child who is suffering from cancer or hair loss. I have always wished to see the beautiful person with their wig!

Q. What do you want to be when you grow up? a. My dream when I grow up is to be a famous photographer so I can capture the beauty of people! I always photograph the sunsets and love to look at my work and know that I have captured something amazing!

Q. What is the best thing about Bethany christian School?a. I just love the teachers here and I think they are all trying to push you to do your best. I like that. I think the music is really good here because I love to sing. I’ve also never been in band, so it was cool to learn about band.

Q. You are such a good singer! When did you start singing?a. When I was little, my mom would always play music in the house. I started memorizing songs when I was really young. I didn’t sing perfectly, but I did sing. Q. What is your favorite song to sing?a. I have a lot of songs I like to sing, but if I had to pick one, it would probably be “Healing Is In Your Hands.” It’s not really a song you hear on the radio, but I really like the song. I usually sing it for talent shows.

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David henry 4th Grader at Chandler Traditional Academy Liberty Campus

Q. What position do you play in Basketball? a. Depending on the team we are playing, I play point guard or the small forward position in basketball. I have been playing for 4 years at the Chandler Gilbert YMCA.

Q. tell us your involvement with your church play? What is it about? What is your role? a. Each year our church has a Christmas program. This year, I will be saying three verses from the bible talking about the birth of Jesus. I will also participate in singing five Christmas songs along with other kids in the program.

Q. What is the hardest rubberband bracelet that you have made? Do you use one or two looms at a time? a. I am working on a triple rubber band necklace for my mother. I usually use one loom.

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INGREDIENTS:• 2 tablespoons olive oil • 16 oz. chicken breast, diced• 1 small onion, diced • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme • 1 16 oz. can crushed Tomatoes • 4 cups hot water • 2 cups carrots, diced• 1 cup celery, diced • 1 ½ cups wild rice• pepper • sea salt

DIRECTIONS:Place a soup pot over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add the chicken onion, garlic, pepper, and thyme. Cook and stir for about 5 minutes, until the chicken is lightly browned vegetables are softened. Pour in the water and tomatoes then bring the liquid to a boil. Add in the rice and remaining vegetables; season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook on medium-low until the rice and vegetables are tender about 30 minutes then enjoy.Yield: 6 servings

INGREDIENTS:• 6 cups old fashioned oats

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• 2 cups slivered almonds (optional)

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2. In a bowl combine oats, rice cereal, flax seed, brown

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How long have you been a Junior Hoop Dancer?I’ve been hoop dancing since I was three years old. This is my second year competing in the junior category at the competition.

Do you ever get nervous before performing in front of a crowd?I don’t really get nervous because I dance a lot.

How did you learn this type of dancing?I learned to hoop dance from my uncle. I have new designs I always am excited to show him. I can’t wait to dance with him.

Have you won any awards/trophies?I am the world champion youth hoop dancer for The Heard Museum. I also won first place for the Wa:k Pow Wow Hoop Dance contest in San Xavier. I also won first place at the Salt River High School talent show. I have two trophies.

How many shows have you performed?I don’t know how many shows I’ve danced in because I dance maybe three times a week. Usually, I dance with my grandma, uncles and mom at TSR (Talking Stick Resort), schools or events where I live.

Which one has been your favorite so far? My favorite place I danced at was in New Mexico for the cultural center. The older people were real nice to me and gave me hugs. One lady gave me a scarf because she liked my dancing. Z

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Connor is a very process-oriented kid. That’s a nice way of saying he displays subtle tendencies some people would define as OCD. I think the process of putting together rubber band bracelets appeals to him. He looks at it like a puzzle. I like the engineering aspect. First you do this, then you do this, then you use your tool to take a third step. Do that several times and you have something of value. It’s a learning tool for us. If your in a similar boat here’s a helpful hint - the $.99 stores have the best deal on extra rubber bands and S clips. If your kids really take to this, you’ll need to find extra bands and clips to keep them building. Z

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