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MIAMI LAKES, FLORIDA
MAY 1, 2015
American’s softball ace Alexis Castroman heads to St. Thomas.See Page 10
‘Cars for a Cure’ a success for owners and public By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff The inaugural Miami Lakes
Cars for a Cure was such a success that the organizers are already planning for next year’s event.
MIAMI LAKES MAYOR Wayne Slaton joins Roberto Alonso Jr. in front of Roberto Alonso Sr.’s portrait and his prized 1964 Chevy Coupe during the “Cars for a Cure” event honoring the town’s former Vice Mayor.
MORE THAN 1,000 turned out for the inaugural “Cars for a Cure” Classic Car Show on Main Street. “We are waiting for the final support and enjoyed the classic numbers,” Alonso said. cars on display.” He said he wants next year’s Though the total amount raised was not known by press time, event to be open to more fundraisAlonso said the Miami Lakes Cars ers such as big corporations. “All proceeds will go to the for a Cure event was a success. He said $5,000 was raised Comprehensive Cancer Center,” through several raffles by the he said. Alonso also would like to see Miami Lakes Merchants, and Italy Today donated five percent of the Miami Lakes’ businesses sell their restaurant’s sales for that day. (Please see Page 2)
‘Paint a Picture for Mom’ and Flower Show set for May 9 at Picnic Park West Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee will host the annual “Paint a Picture for Mom” and Flower Show event just in time for Mother’s Day on Saturday, May 9, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Miami Lakes Picnic Park West, 15151 N.W. 82 Avenue. Children of all ages will have an opportunity to be creative and paint something special for their moms. Canvas, brushes and paint will be provided free of charge. In addition to the painting activities, attendees can enjoy a colorful display or flowers, and be able to buy orchids, bromeliads, assorted plants, and other flowerthemed items. Participating vendors include Miami Lakes Garden Club, Dan and Margie Orchids, Om Bonsai and Sunshine Bromeliads who will all offer some beautiful selections to event goers. Additional activities include free Ben & Jerry’s ice cream
cones, and the Town’s Education Advisory Board will provide each attendee with a free children’s book. There is still time for flower and plant vendors to participate. Vendors must provide proof of
n Graham Memorial Golf tourney raises over $29,000 for South Florida Boy Scouts.........2
n Ben & Jerry’s franchise opens in Royal Oaks Shopping Center...................4
n MLEC student Nicole Rosello puts Health Training in action in the air.........................8
n Pace and Goleman athletes sign committment letters for college choices..........17 & 18
n Miami Lakes Relay for Life scheduled May 2 at Optimist Park from noon to midnight.....3
n News and Notes of Interest from the Town of Miami Lakes. See pages.......................6 and 7
n Two high school baseball teams win district titles and head to regional action.....................16
n Community Calendar, 13, School, sports and church news, 16-24 Classified ads..........24-27
Winning first season for Mater Lakes Academy’s girls soccer
IN THEIR INAUGURAL SEASON, Mater Lakes Academy’s girls’ junior varisty soccer team propelled themselves to the Charter Schools League Championship game. (See Page 13.)
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The Roberto Alonso family, The Graham Companies and Dolphins Cycling Challenge are looking forward to the 2016 classic car event to raise money for cancer research for the University of Miami’s Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center in memory of former Miami Lakes vice mayor Roberto Alonso Sr. More than 1,000 people turned out for the April 19 event on Main Street, where 170 classic cars, including a 1941 Chrysler, 2015 Corvette Mustang and Alonso’s 1964 Chevy Coupe Super Sports car, were on display. “The classic car show was a huge success and we want to thank the residents of Miami Lakes for participating,” said Roberto Alonso Jr. “The event is for a great cause, raising money for cancer research to find a cure and honor cancer patients, who are battling the deadly disease and cancer survivors. We appreciate that everyone came out and showed their
applicable licenses, certificate of insurance, and a $50 vendor fee. For more information, or to become a vendor or sponsor, contact Katya Lysak at 305-698-9308, or by email to lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov.
YOUNGSTERS turned their artistic talents to “Paint a Picture for Mom” during last year’s event.
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Roberto Alonso honored during ‘Cars for a Cure’ (Continued from Page 1) food under tents at next year’s event, similar to the Taste of Miami Lakes.
Roberto Alonso Senior, who died from cancer in 2013, created the town’s annual Classic Car Show.
Following his death, his friends reached out to his son to keep his memory alive by resuming the event in his name, but he decided to turn it into a fund-raiser for cancer research. He teamed up with The Graham Companies and Dolphins Cycling Challenge for the event in memory of his father, who was a fixture in the Miami Lakes community for years.
He was an original council member for Miami Lakes and the town’s first vice mayor. He was second in command for four consecutive terms. Alonso was the face of Royal Oaks, an upscale and bedroom community that is protected by guard gates and features some of the most beautiful homes in South Florida. After Miami Lakes incorporat-
ed in 2000, Alonso made Royal Oaks Park, 16500 N.W. 87th Avenue, his pet project, which was a tot-lot before he spearheaded an initiative to convert it to a fullfledged park and recreation area and a community center. The community center was renamed in his honor following his death.
Graham Memorial Golf Tournament raises over $29,000 for Boy Scouts ROBERTO ALONSO’S extended family, including son Roberto Jr. and his wife, Alexandra (back, second and third from left), are pictured in front of Alonso’s prized 1964 Chevy Coupe Super Sports car during the Cars for a Cure classic car show on Main Street which raised funds for UM’s Sylvester Cancer Center. Dr. E.A. Montadas Chiropractic and Rehabilitation Clinic
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On April 20, The Graham Companies hosted the 41st William “B” Graham Memorial Golf Tournament benefiting the South Florida Council, Boy Scouts of America, at Shula’s Golf Club. The winning team included Robert O. Saunooke, Esq. of Saunooke Law Firm, PA; Lonny Castino of Pompano Beach Golf Club; and Anthony Rick of Sports and Marketing Management. The winners each received a hand-made stained glass Cow trophy designed and crafted by Miami Lakes resident Ed Gansert, along with a Shula’s Golf Club championship golf bag. Miami Lakes AutoMall returned as the Hole-in-One Sponsor, and the 2015 Camaro R/S Convertible missed going to a lucky golfer by just 14 inches. This year’s tournament raised more than $29,000 for the benefit of the Boy Scouts South Florida Council, which serves over 40,000
youth in Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe counties. Last year, Cub Scouts (ages 610), Boy Scouts (ages 11-17), and Sea Scouts/Venturers (co-ed ages 14-20), contributed more than 205,000 community service hours for charitable and municipal caus-
es and projects. The Graham Companies expressed its appreciation to all of the sponsors whose commitment to support scouting and this golf tournament has made the event an ongoing success for over 41 years.
WINNING TEAM at the 41st William “B” Graham Memorial Golf Tournament included (from left) Anthony Rick, Lonny Castino and Robert Saunooke.
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Three generations of pianists raise funds for Alzheimers during May 9 Shula’s concert By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff On Saturday, May 9, Generations Piano Studio will give a special Mother’s Day tribute to piano teacher and former studio owner, Ileana Merino, affectionately known as “Nana,” by hosting the first piano PracticeA-Thon called #baNANApianorama. From 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. at the Don Shula’s Hotel lobby, 6842 Main Street, current and former students, family and friends will be playing the piano to raise funds to donate to the Alzheimer’s Association in Merino’s name. Jessica Comellas was taught to play piano on the lap of her grandmother, Ileana “Nana” Merino, a classically trained pianist hailing from Cuba. Merino also taught her daughter, Comellas’s mother, Maria Merino Comellas, along with countless other students as part of a storied 50 year teaching career. In 2012 Merino was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, which forced her into retirement from the teaching studio she started many
years ago now headed by Jessica Comellas. Under the instruction of Jessica, the studio became known as Generations Piano Studio, an homage to the musical matriarchal generations that led to its inception and continued teaching and “to honor the one who started it all,” said Jessica. Merino’s diagnosis inspired Jessica to raise funds and awareness for the Alzheimer’s Association’s event called The Longest Day. Held annually on the Summer Solstice, the duration of the sunrise-to-sunset event symbolizes the challenging journey of those living with the disease and their caregivers. As part of the Merino-Comellas Longest Day event, they will be doing what they do best – playing piano. The #baNANApianorama event welcomes all to join in listening, donating and celebrating Merino’s career and legacy. To donate to the #baNANApianorama team, visit https://act.alz.org/goto/baNANAp ianorama.
GENERATIONS PIANO STUDIO, made up of (from left) Jessica Comellas, Maria Merino Comellas, and Ileana Merino, is holding a Longest Day Alzheimer’s Association Event on May 9 at Shula’s Hotel.
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Miami Lakes Relay for Life set for Saturday, May 2, at Optimist Park The Town of Miami Lakes and the American Cancer Society are teaming up to host the Relay For Life of Miami Lakes, a community event, where teams form, raise money and walk through the night, while enjoying D.J. entertainment, food and fun with friends and family. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 from noon to midnight at Miami Lakes Optimist Park. The Opening Ceremony and Survivor Celebration will be held during the evening of the Relay For Life event. The event is a time to remember loved ones lost, and celebrate the lives of those who have battled cancer. The day will be filled with exciting activities such as bounce houses, pony rides, a mechanical bull, live concerts and more. Miami Lakes expressed its appreciation to several local businesses and organizations who are supporting the Relay for Life. They include The Graham Companies, Misha’s Cupcakes, Casavana Restaurant, Y100 Miami, MY93.9, Miami Cancer Institute of Baptist Health South Florida, and the Center for Advanced Surgical Oncology at Palmetto General Hospital. The 2015 event chair is Gloria Garcia who has many years of participating and serving on the committee of the Relay For Life of Miami Lakes. “The theme of the relay this year is ‘MOOVING For A Cure’ in tune with the history of Miami Lakes. Our community has
always generously supported the fight against cancer, and I have no doubt that this event will raise awareness and serve to honor those who have courageously fought against cancer and remember those unfortunately are not longer with us,” said Garcia. “Our teams are comprised of amazing individuals who, like me,
have been impacted with either the loss of a loved one or know someone affected by cancer. It is wonderful to see them giving back as a community and coming together to an excellent cause,” said Garcia. To join the community in the fight against cancer call 305-7792843 or visit www.RelayForLife. org/MiamiLakesfl.
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Ben & Jerry’s franchise opens in Royal Oaks Center By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Sweet tooth customers that enter the new Ben & Jerry’s location at 15484 N.W. 77 Court in the Royal Oaks Shopping Center are immediately greeted by a massive mural depicting two guayaberaclad cows sipping on their cafecito and enjoying some ice cream near the Miami Beach skyline. The mural speaks volumes about the easy assimilation into the community that owners Marcela and Ivan Kozupytsya have made following their grand opening of Miami Lakes’ newest ice cream shop. The Kozupytsyas stumbled onto Miami Lakes while researching locations for their first franchise. Ivan had seen the Royal Oaks Shopping Center online and while it didn’t appear much different from other areas they had scouted he was mysteriously drawn to it. He abruptly ended his online research and hit the road at midnight to see the shopping center in person. “Even at that time there were families out, walking and hanging out. Miami Lakes is a very familyoriented community which is exactly what we wanted. It was perfect,” said Ivan. More than searching for a family-oriented community, the Kozupytsyas were looking for a place to be involved. In the several months since Ben & Jerry’s opened its doors, the shop has participated in funding campaigns for local schools, Marcela has joined the Miami Lakes Youth Activities
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Town Council accepts Graham Co.’s Par 3 donation By the Miami Laker staff Acting on the recommendation by the Miami Lakes Par 3 Committee to take over some land that’s part of a golf course, the Miami Lakes Town Council approved a resolution to acquire the property and convert it to a passive park. The Miami Lakes Par 3 Committee, which was formed in 2013 in an initiative by Councilmember Frank Mingo to study the pros and cons of the property abutting the golf course at Don Shula’s Golf Club, concluded
that the tract should only be used for a nature park. At the April 14 regular Town Council meeting, lawmakers accepted the land donated by The Graham Companies, which agreed to pay for an environmental assessment, a boundary survey and a provision of grounds maintenance of the property for two years. The town also agreed on the terms of the donation, the process of development, the conceptual plan for the park and a tentative timetable for future development.
JetStream Credit Union names Millie Coipel as new Business Loan Consultant JetStream Federal Credit Union, headquartered in Miami Lakes, announced the appointment of Millie Coipel as its new Business Loan Consultant. Coipel has over 20 years of experience in loan origination and finance including residential and commercial business loans. Prior to joining JetStream, Coipel was a Senior Loan Officer for Interamerican Bank and an Asset Manager for Bayview Financial prior to that. Coipel’s main focus will be originating new business relationships with JetStream’s current membership as well as businesses in Miami-Dade County. She will be working with local small business owners and assisting them to successfully build their business.
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The Par 3 Committee outlined the rules and regulations for usage of the outdoor facility, which is only open to Miami Lakes residents for passive recreational activities such as pedestrian hiking and jogging; serves as a features and historical cultural or archeological attraction; does not allow organized competitive sporting activities; and the land is maintained in its current topography. The Par 3 Committee’s final recommendation was that the council shouldn’t vote on the design of the passive park until discussing blueprints with residents during a workshop, including members of the committee. “I want to thank the Par 3 Committee for all their efforts, positive input and hard work during the committee meetings,” Mingo said. “I agree with the consensus reached by them that the acquisition of this golf course should only be used for a passive park.” In other Council actions: • Council members, on first reading, passed an ordinance to update the town’s comprehensive plan for water supply plan amendments to be sent and reviewed by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity and other review agencies. • Lawmakers, on first reading, approved an ordinance to amend the town’s budget for 2014-2015, general fund for a total of $400,00 from the unassigned fund balance, allocating $200,000 for legal services and another $200,000 to establish a non-departmental reserve for the council to fund new
initiatives throughout the remaining of the fiscal year. • Councilmembers approved a resolution to create a special taxing district for Lake Hilda lake maintenance services done by Miami-Dade Public Works and Waste Management. • Lawmakers approved a resolution for a zoning application of a conditional use for a sleep testing facility at 16420 N.W. 59th Avenue. • Councilmembers approved a resolution to waive the town’s competitive bidding procedure and offer contracts to the City of Hialeah for maintenance of the town’s bus and MV Transportation for operating bus and on-demand services, instead of renewing its covenant with Limousines of South Florida. • Councilmembers approved a resolution to formally establish the Veterans Affairs Committee, which was previously an ad-hoc committee since 2008. The committee created the town’s veteran’s memorial outside
Town Hall. • Councilmembers approved Councilmember Tony Lama’s plan for Miami Lakes to host a Realtor Forum, where area real estate agents would be invited to take part and provide their input on the town on what potential buyers are seeking when they visit Miami Lakes. • Town Manager Alex Rey said Miami-Dade County is set to review bids for vendors who are willing to use some space west of Opa Locka Airport for a storage yard for residents’ boats and other watercraft. Rey said the county received some bids but had to return them unsealed because of a minor legal mistake made in the description of the land. He said a vendor should be in place in the next several weeks. Vice Mayor Manny Cid, who’s spearheading the initiative, said at least 30 Miami Lakes residents expressed interest in storing their boats at the location once it’s ready for business.
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Council honors committee and student volunteers
RECOGNIZED FOR VOLUNTEER SERVICE were members of various Town committees (above), and Miami Lakes students who received the President’s Volunteer Service Award from President Barack Obama (below).
The Town of Miami Lakes recognized and commended committee members and young volunteers during National Volunteer Service Week at the April 14 Town Council meeting. On behalf of the entire Council, Mayor Wayne Slaton read a proclamation announcing the week of April 12-18 as National Volunteer Service Week in the Town. The Council was joined by several of the town’s committee volunteers, as well as some exemplary young students and town residents who received the prestigious “President’s Volunteer Service Award” from President Barack Obama. “Our committee members play an integral role in our Town and we are extremely grateful for all they do to help us make Miami Lakes a great place to live, work and play,” said Slaton. “In addition, we are very proud of the young students that received the President’s Volunteer Service
Award and commend them for their passion to serve others at such a young age. They exemplary dedication to our community is admirable and we hope that they continue to inspire other young students to give back.” The President’s Volunteer Service Award recognizes individuals who have worked on stellar community service projects and have achieved a significant level of volunteer service hours. The Miami Lakes students who received the award included Carine Ghanoum, Bianca Larsh, Karissa Larsh, Sabrina Larsh, Marina McCready, Victoria Rodriguez, Samantha Rubinstein and Sharon Zajac, who all received their awards through the approved certifying organization the South Florida Youth Symphony. For more information about volunteering on a Town committee, visit www.miamilakesfl.gov/committees.
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Miami-Nova Southeastern University Center for Autism and Related Disabilities, attended the Council meeting in support of Autism Awareness Month. “Miami Lakes is honored to join the efforts taking place around the world during April to increase Autism awareness,” said Mayor Wayne Slaton. “Autism has a tremendous impact on children, their families, communities and societies around the world. By proclaiming April as Autism Awareness Month in Miami Lakes, we honor those living with this disorder and their families as well as local organizations and professionals dedicated to enhancing their quality of life.”
Town police officers named finalists for Dade County PBA Officer of Year Award Miami Lakes applauds a group of four officers and one sergeant who were recently named finalists for the Officer of the Year Award from the Dade County Police Benevolent Association. For their exemplary team efforts in December 2014, Sergeant G. Soto, and Officers N. Montesino, R. Luis, R. Amador and A. Baez are nominated for successfully capturing a suspect who was attempting a home invaThe latest
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News and Notes from the Town of Miami Lakes Summer campers will have opportunity to view world of aviation with SAFEE Flight Miami Lakes announced it will offer an insight into the world of aviation through Operation SAFEE Flight Academy during the summer camp program at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The two-day academy will be offered to campers that participate in the YMCA Summer Camp program. Campers will get a chance to hear from aviation professionals such as air traffic controllers, plots, certified flight instructors, avionics techs, and aircraft mechanics on career opportunities in the aviation field and campers will also get a chance to try out a flight simulator and take a tour of an air traffic control tower.
Operation SAFEE Flight is dedicated to helping children stay in school, improve their academic performance and explore STEM education and career possibilities in the aviation industry. Councilmembers Tim Daubert, Ceasar Mestre, Frank Mingo and Nelson Rodriguez attended the Operation SAFEE Flight South Florida Aviators Fly-In and Educational Expo on April 17 at the Opa Locka Airport Orion Jet Center. For more information on the town’s Summer Camp program and other recreational programs, contact Leisure Services Manager Katya Lysak at lysakk@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-698-9308.
Town Manager issues Annual Report Miami Lakes released its Annual Report for fiscal year 2013-14 which outlines the accomplishments over the last year and the status of all major areas of responsibility. The report shows that the Town is in excellent financial and operational condition and has accomplished many achievements over the last year, from October 1, 2013 to September 30, 2014. “The past year was full of accomplishments thanks to the Town’s diligent staff, elected offi-
cials and residents,” said Town Manager Alex Rey. Some of the important accomplishments include: • Opening 87 Avenue and 154 Street, • Completing the West Lakes A Drainage Project, • Adopting a Beautification Master Plan, • Implementing a Quarterly Performance Report, • Transitioning the School Crossing Guard Services from Miami-Dade County,
• Obtaining a Class 5 rating within the Building Department which resulted in a 25 percent discount in flood insurance for all Town residents, • Implementing a Park Reservation Program; and • Securing state funding of $1.3 million through the legislative process, as well as $600,000 from FEMA for a downtown project. To view the full report, visit www.miamilakes-fl.gov/manager.
TOWN OF MIAMI LAKES NOTICE IS HEREWITH GIVEN that meetings of the Town Council of the Town of Miami Lakes, Florida, and its committees, have been scheduled for the following dates, times and locations:
Town Council Regular Meeting Tuesday, May 5, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Youth Activities Task Force Wednesday, May 6, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Cultural Affairs Committee Meeting Thursday, May 7, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Neighborhood Improvement Committee Tuesday, May 12, 7:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Elderly Affairs Committee Meeting Wednesday, May 13, 8:30 AM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Education Advisory Board Thursday, May 14, 6:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Min Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. MIAMI LAKES COUNCILMEMBERS (from left) Nelson Rodriguez, Tim Daubert, Ceasar Mestre and Frank Mingo attended Operation SAFEE Flight Educational Expo at Opa Locka Airport.
Town’s YMCA Summer Camp runs from June 8 to August 14 at Roberto Alonso Community Center The Town’s YMCA Summer Camp Program is scheduled to run from June 8 through August 14, Monday to Friday, 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., at Roberto Alonso Community Center, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The camp is open to children ages 5 to 12 years old, as well as 13 to 15 year olds who can participate in the Leaders in Training program. There is a $40 one time registration fee. The Leaders in Training program fee is $90 per
week; Adventure Camp is $120 per week; and Specialty Camps (including dance, soccer, theater and singing) are $145 per week. A 10 percent sibling discount is available as well as financial aid. Young campers will enjoy a wide spectrum of events including drama, singing, art, outdoor activities, project-based learning, book club, weekly field trips and more. For more information and/or to register, call the YMCA at 305357-6622, or visit www.ymcaofsouthflorida.org.
Economic Development Committee Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Planning & Zoning Board Meeting Tuesday, May 19, 6:00 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. Veterans Committee Meeting Thursday, May 21, 5:30 PM Miami Lakes Government Center, 6601 Main Street, Miami Lakes, Fla. In accordance with the provisions of F. S. Section 286.0105, should any person seek to appeal any decision made by the Council with respect to any matter considered at these meetings, such person will need to ensure that a verbatim record of the proceedings is made; which record includes the testimony and evidence upon which the appeal is to be based. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, persons needing special accommodation to participate in the proceedings should call Town Hall at (305) 364-6100, no later than (2) days prior to the proceeding for assistance. Please be advised that two or more Councilmembers may be in attendance at the above events/meetings. This Notice dated April 24, 2015 at Miami Lakes, Fl. Majorie Tejeda-Castillo, Town Clerk
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Our Lady of the Lakes Women’s Club hosts annual Book Review Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church Women’s Club will present its traditional Book Review, Luncheon and Chinese Auction at Don Shula’s Hotel on Main Street at 1 p.m. on Sunday, May 3. The book that will be reviewed is “The Right Word at the Right Time” by Marlo Thomas. The Book Review speaker will be Audrey Saunders, a Miamian well known for her humor and detailed presentations. For more information, call 305-775-8885, or 954-258-9118.
to fatigue and syncope,” said Rosello. Half an hour later, Rosello gave the woman something to drink and recorded her vitals again. The woman was stable until landing, where she was escorted to a local hospital by paramedics. Coincidentally, on the same trip, at Chicago Midway International Airport, Rosello came across another person who needed medical attention. This time, it was a woman who fell, hit her head and started bleeding. Rosello stopped the bleeding and ran to the gate for her next flight to Miami. It’s not the first time that Rosello has had to jump into action to care for a patient. “I have a desire to help others,” she said. “I almost missed my flight home, but I couldn’t leave knowing that there was someone who needed my help.”
NICOLE ROSELLO Rosello is graduating from Miami Lakes Educational Center this June and plans to major in Psychology and Neurobiology.
Moover bus riders receive discounts from local businesses Town of Miami Lakes announced it is offering an opportunity to local businesses to promote their products and services to the ridership on the Miami
Mother’s Day prenatal massage lecture on May 7 Lumina Massage owner Michelle Orchid Rodriguez, is continuing her community involvement in hosting events aimed to inform the public on healthy living. Rodriguez will be giving a lecture for Mother’s Day titled Prenatal Massage 101 on May 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Nutrition S’Mart. 16250 N.W. 57 Avenue. The event is free and open to the community.
Lakes Moover buses. Each month, the Town, in partnership with a local business, will offer riders a coupon or frequent user card for a free or discounted item or service. This month, a local spa, Just 4 You, will be offering discounts on facials, manicures and pedicures during May in celebration of Mother’s Day. Using the Moover, the Town intends to enhance the ridership experience for residents, while upholding its commitment to promoting continued growth and expansion of the local business community . For more information on how to take advantage of the free marketing opportunity, contact Communications Specialist Jackie Calzadilla at CalzadillaJ@miamilakes-fl.gov, or 305-364-6100, ext. 1143.
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M.L. Chamber welcomes God of Carnage at Main St. Playhouse psychologist Susana Blanco By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff God of Carnage, written by Yasmina Reza and directed by Main Street Players Artistic Director, Robert Coppel, proves that carnage does not solely refer to physical brutality and weaponry. Words are just as mighty. When two couples, Alan and Annette Raleigh and Veronica and Michael Novak, meet to discuss the tussle between their sons Benjamin Raleigh and Henry Novak in the schoolyard, the result is nothing short of verbal carnage. What begins as a polite placation in the face of awkward and tense circumstances quickly unravels to name calling, blame, and behavior that overwhelms the very schoolyard fight that brought the parents there. The setting, the Novak home decorated with African elements, and the loud drumming introduction that plays overhead gives the audience clues that this confrontation is more than just a discussion – it’s war. Against who? It’s anyone’s guess. Blows and punches are thrown every which way and a battle of unified parents turns into a battle of the sexes revealing the fractures in each marriage. Alan, played by Manny Catalino, cuts conversation with his work cell phone glued to his ear, and his wife Annette, played by Christine LaRochelle, though
CAST MEMBERS for the play God of Carnage, now appearing at the Main Street Playhouse, are (from left) Christine LaRochelle, Rachel Stone, Manny Catalino, and Robert Anderson. seemingly eager to work out the childhood fight is not much differissue, soon finds her bearings and ent from those in adulthood, unleashes her raw form. Veronica, except that broken teeth can be played by Rachel Stone, and her mended, unlike broken spirits. God of Carnage is on stage at husband Michael, played by Robert Anderson, show that the Main Street Playhouse, 6766 underneath every thinly veiled Main Street, through May 17. facade is a volcano waiting for the Performances are at 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. right moment to erupt. The night progresses into on Sundays. Tickets are $25 for unhappy debauchery and amid the adults, $20 for seniors and $18 for chaos, the Novaks and the students with valid ID. For more Andersons find that Benjamin and information and to purchase tickHenry’s fight might have been the ets visit www.mainstreetplayers. most simple problem. Michael com. says in the first act, “People are lumps, always being molded, even to the very end.” In this light, a
In honor of May as Mental Health Month, the Miami Lakes Chamber of Commerce will host Dr. Susana Blanco, a licensed psychologist, as the guest speaker for the organization’s monthly membership luncheon on May 13 at Don Shula’s Hotel. Blanco’s presentation is titled “Being Your Best Self, In Business and In Life.” Blanco earned her master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from the University of Miami, and her doctoral degree from the University at Albany, State University of New York. Blanco focuses on developing and maintaining meaningful, personal and professional relationships through honest, vulnerable and wholehearted presence and communication. Blanco and her partner, Dr. Alvarez-Jimenez, are co-owners of Thrive Psychological Associates in Miami Lakes. Networking starts at 11:30 a.m. and lunch is served as 12 noon. Deadline to reserve a table is Friday, May 8. at 2 p.m. For more information, call Marta Diaz at 305-556-2212, or email her at mdiaz@miamilakeschamber.com.
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Softball ace Alexis Castroman signs with St. Thomas By David L. Snelling The Miami Laker staff Unlike most student-athletes who signed their letter of intent at school, American High’s star pitcher Alexis Castroman chose to commit to a Florida university where she launched her softball career at the tender age of 7. Flanked her parents, coaches and friends at field No. 3 at Miami Lakes Optimist Park, Alexis chose to attend St. Thomas University, taking her pitching talent to a team that has won the highly competitive Sun Belt Conference championship, and is ranked in the NAIA top 20. She plans to study sports management when she enrolls at the university this fall. Alexis, who was recruited by a host of colleges and universities, chose to be a Bobcat to be closer to home, and the school matched her academic needs. Alexis’ signing was bitter sweet because it took place at the park where she played for the past 12 years, and became a star pitcher
for the Miami Lakes Optimist Club. She initially played recreational softball at Miami Lakes Optimist Park when she was seven-yearsold, and she began playing travel ball with the Miami Lakes Heat All-Star Team at the age of 8. Her father, Alex Castroman, is the head coach of the Heat team. “We couldn’t be prouder,” said Castroman, along with Alexis’ mother Ivette and her sister Erika. “Can you imagine? Weekend after weekend, from the age of 8, sometimes waking up at 5:30 a.m. to travel to different tournaments, all over the state of Florida. All the sacrifices, back-to-back games, scratches and bruises, all worth while, which shows how hard work and dedication does pay off. We look forward to seeing Alexis play at St. Thomas University.” Alexis, a Miami-Herald Second Team member her freshmen and junior year, will graduate from high school in June at the top of her class, where she has been coached by Sergio Fernandez and
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Gov. Scott appoints Roberto Garcia to Respiratory Board Miami Lakes resident Roberto Garcia was appointed in mid March by Governor Rick Scott and Florida Surgeon General John Armstrong, to the Florida Board of Respiratory Care. Garcia earned his bachelor’s in Healthcare Administration and is a Registered Respiratory Therapist, credentialed with the National Board of Respiratory Care (NBRC) and licensed with the state of Florida. As new board member for the Respiratory Board, Garcia is responsible for licensing, monitoring, disciplining, education and when appropriate, rehabilitating practitioners to assure that they are competent to provide the services for which they are licensed, for the state of Florida. Garcia has worked in all facets of respiratory care for 23 years, such as trauma, critical care, pulmonary rehabilitation, transplants and open heart among others, and currently holds an administrative position. He is the director of Respiratory Care at Kindred South
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Com. Barbara Jordan holds a public meeting for District 1 on May 6
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Miami-Dade County Commissioner Barbara Jordan has called a meeting to inform her District One residents about upcoming changes for new development and water and sewer projects in the county’s pipeline. The meeting is scheduled for 7 p.m., Wednesday, May 6, at Joella C. Good Elementary School, 6350 N.W. 188 Terrace. Jordan is encouraging her constituents to attend the meeting to learn more about economic development initiatives, infrastructure projects, transportation and roadway improvements, public safety and code enforcement. Residents will also learn how to gain access to a host of county resources. “I’m sure that residents have been reading about the proposed film studio, mega mall and infrastructure initiatives in northwest Miami-Dade County,� said Jordan. “This is an opportunity for them to have their questions addressed without going downtown and standing before the entire County Commission. I’m hoping that residents will be encouraged by these new developments since they will spur economic development in our area.� For more information regarding the community meeting, call 305-474-3011.
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Memorial Hospital Miramar Celebrates 10th Anniversary
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Miami Lakes Branch Library sets free events and programs for May Miami Lakes Branch Library announced the following programs are available for the public during May: For Children and Families: Paws to Read - Certified therapy dogs listen to children read aloud which can help with reading skills. Meets at 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 9. Saturday Matinee at the Library - Miami Lakes Branch presents family friendly films. Movie for May is “Boxtrolls.” Presentation is at 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 9. Moving Up and Ahead - Your Child’s Transition – The workshop targets families of children transitioning to Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle or High school, and helps parents to develop the skills they need to be effective partners with school staff. Program is sponsored by the Parent Academy of Miami-Dade County Public Schools in partnership with the Miami-Dade Public Library System. Meets at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, May 18. For Teens: Teen Club presents Movie Night – Teens, ages 12-18, enjoy geek movies on Movie Night. This month’s feature is “Godzilla” at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 5. Teen Club: Games and More – Teens meet to play video games, watch anime, draw or discuss books. For ages 12-19 at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 12. Tween Book Club – A children’s book club for ages 8-12 that meets once a month to discuss the chosen book. This month’s title is “Gregor the Overlander” by
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month’s title is “Winter in Madrid” by C. J. Sansom. Meets at 6 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19. Congressman Mario DiazBalart’s Outreach – A member of Rep. Diaz-Balart’s staff will visit the library to discuss federal issues or any problem a constituent may have with a federal agency from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. on Wednesday, May 27. Miami Lakes Branch Library is located at 6699 Windmill Gate Road and is open Monday and Tuesday from noon to 8 p.m., and Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The branch is closed on Sundays. For more information, call 305-822-6520.
Mater Lakes Academy girls’ JV soccer team reaches title game in first season of play In their inaugural season, the Mater Lakes Academy girls’ junior varsity soccer team reached the Charter Schools League Championship game, but lost to Doral Academy, 5-1, a team they had beaten during the regular season The girls finished the season 7-4. Head coach Robert Vidal said his team is made up of mostly middle school students who played well throughout the season. “We came such a long way when no one gave us a shot,” he said. “We won the semifinal game and made it to the championship game. That was a great accomplishment for the girls.” Vidal said his team got off to a slow start in the regular season but turned it around, including a 7-0 shutout victory over Doral Academy.
Before the game, he told his team he would buy them pizza if they won. “I ended up spending $100 for pizza,” Vidal quipped. “But it was well worth it.” Vidal said his players are the best local soccer team assembled. Team captain Daniella Martinez, an 8th-grade student, Geraldine Velasco, who’s also in the eighth grade, and 7th-grader Ingrid Pagan are the backbone of the team. And so are Vanessa Rodriguez, who was the team’s leading scorer at three goals per game, and Hailey Vidal, the coach’s daughter. Robert Vidal said his team lives by one motto. “We are all we got,” he said. “No one gave us a chance but we found our way and fought to get to the championship game.”
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Meeting & Class Calendar The Town of Miami Lakes, homeowners associations, professional and volunteer groups have scheduled meetings and classes during May:
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M. Lakes United Soccer Club hosts closing ceremonies Miami Lakes officials recently participated in the closing ceremonies for the Miami Lakes United Soccer Club’s in-house teams on April 10 at Royal Oaks Park. During the ceremonies, Mayor Wayne Slaton and Councilmember Ceasar Mestre helped present trophies to more than 370 children who were commended for their participation. Miami Lakes United Soccer Club is a non-profit organization,
with programs that consist of recreation, academy and travel soccer with games played at the Royal Oaks Park Soccer Facility, 16500 N.W. 87 Avenue. The mission is to make sure the Club has a development structure which will teach and nurture youth players to acquire the correct fundamentals, understand the game’s tactics and strategies, in preparation to attain a soccer scholarship and professional experiences.
MIAMI LAKES UNITED SOCCER CLUB’S closing ceremonies at Royal Oaks Park included (from left) Club treasurer Gladys De La Cruz, secretary Diana Bernal, vice president Tony Rodriguez, president Alvin Murray, Mayor Wayne Slaton, Councilmember Ceasar Mestre, manager’s liaison Joel Castellanos, and fundraising chair Edward Andrade.
Dade Christian hosts McNeal Celebrity Golf Classic at Shula’s on Monday, May 4 Former Miami Dolphins cornerback Don McNeal, Dade Christian School and the FACE Foundation present the 21st annual Don McNeal Celebrity Golf Classic scheduled for Monday, May 4, at Don Shula’s Golf Club, 7601 Miami Lakes Drive. Proceeds from the golf classic will benefit the Fund for the Advancement of Community and Education (FACE), a sheltering umbrella for New Testament Baptist Church, Dade Christian School, and the Master’s Academy. The golf classic allows participants to tee off alongside former Dolphins players including Bob Brudzinski, Jeff Dellenback, John Offerdahl, Mark Duper, Mercury Morris and Tony Nathan. Participants will play a full round of golf, enjoy lunch catered by Outback Steakhouse, attend an awards ceremony and banquet dinner at Shula’s Steakhouse and receive special prizes and giveaways including two hole-in-one contests. For more information, call Rhonda McNeal at 305-827-8700 or email her at rmcneal@dade christian.org.
Summary of local high school baseball and softball playoffs Two Miami Lakes area high school baseball teams won their respective district championships last week and are heading to the regional playoffs. The American High baseball team won a double header to claim the 16-7A championship, first beating North Miami Beach and Westland Hialeah to advance to the regional quarterfinal. The Patriots shut out the Chargers, 160, and took care of Westland Hialeah. American’s game with the Chargers was scheduled for Thursday but the game was canceled due to the rain. American, the defending state champions, will host the first round of the regional playoffs this week and play the loser of the St. Thomas Aquinas and Southeast Nova matchup. Barbara Goleman Senior High defeated Miami Springs, 2-1, to win the district championship last week at Florida Memorial University. Both teams advanced to the regional playoffs with Goleman facing Mater Lakes Academy this week. Mater Lakes defeated Pace High, 1-0, in the district semifinal game last week. In local softball action, American High advanced to the
Region 4-7A semifinal game by clobbering South Broward, 12-0, and setting up showdown with defending state champion St. Thomas Aquinas. The champs hosted American on April 28 for the right to play for the regional championship and advance to the state quarterfinal. Against South Broward, American was declared the winner in the fourth inning due to the mercy rule, recording 14 hits and seven runs in the first two innings. Doral clobbered Barbara Goleman’s softball team, 15-0, in the 4-6A quarterfinal, and the game was called in the fourth inning due to the mercy rule. Doral gets its rematch against Pembroke Pines Charter, a team that beat them in last year’s regional final. Flanagan defeated Hialeah Gardens, 14-2, in the Region 4-8A quarterfinal game. In local basketball news, Pace High point guard C.J. Fisher earned first team honors when Source Hoops/FABC released its All-State teams for Class 3A and 4A. Fisher earned the spot on the Class 4A team. Last month, Fisher made The Miami Herald All-Dade First Team after averaging 29 points, six rebounds and five assists per game this season.
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Five Pace High student athletes sign commitments By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker On April 15, for the second time this school year, student athletes from Pace High School signed Letters of Intent to attend college in front of their fellow students at the Pace Spartan Center. They
were accompanied by their families and friends who treated the student body to cake. Four varsity baseball players were among the signees. Damian Alba signed with Point Park University in Pittsburgh, brothers Eddie and Elliott Cutillas signed
with Rollins College in Winter Park, and Lorenzo Hampton Jr. signed with the University of California Berkeley. Pace wrestler Christopher Moreno followed his older brother Ramon Moreno, a Class of 2012 Pace alumnus, by signing with
Coker College in South Carolina. Christopher Moreno’s younger brother and current Pace wrestler Stephen Moreno ranked fourth in his weight class in Florida at the FHSAA State Wrestling Tournament this year. In total, nine Pace student ath-
letes from the Class of 2015 signed Letters of Intent to attend universities. The previous four students signed with Olive-Harvey College, Bethune-Cookman University, the University of North Florida, and Florida International University.
PACE HIGH senior student athletes (from left) Christopher Moreno, Eddie and Elliott Cutillas, Lorenzo Hampton, and Damian Alba sign Letters of Intent for universities across the country at a ceremony in the Pace Spartan Center on April 15.
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Four Goleman High athletes sign letters of intent By Kaitlin Castillo Special to The Miami Laker On April 20, four seniors, surrounded by family, friends and teammates, from Barbara Goleman Senior High School, made their commitment to play their sport of choice at their future college at a ceremonial presentation in the office of principal Joaquin Hernandez. “It is a beautiful and great day at Barbara Goleman,” said Hernandez. “This truly emphasizes the term ‘student athlete’ and shines light on all the accomplishments they have achieved during their high school career.” Senior softball center fielder Jessica Costero signed her commitment to play at Agnes Scott College in Atlanta where she received an academic scholarship to study Pre-Med. Costero has been playing since she was five-years-old and was inspired by both her older and younger sisters who also share her passion for softball. “Agnes Scott is my dream school,” she said. “I discovered the college in middle school and knew I wanted to go there ever since.” Her parents, Raul and Sam Costero, could not be more proud of their daughter and the opportunities the school provides, both in the academic and athletic realm. Her father served as one of her
coaches. “It was difficult coaching her sometimes; you’re always harder on your own kids but I always knew she was going to do awesome,” her father said. “I always knew she was going to be a college athlete and continue doing what she loves. I couldn’t be more grateful for Goleman head coach Orlando Barreda and the school for everything they have done for my daughter.” Goleman’s running back and linebacker Troy Myers is taking his talents to Friends University in Kansas. He has been playing football since he was 10-years-old and wishes to pursue sports therapy. Myers expressed how Friends University is the best school for him, and he’s excited to be going there in the fall. His parents, Satrina Dorsey and Julian Watson, were extremely happy to see the level of success their son has reached. “I might cry,” said Dorsey. “I’m going to be sad to see him leave but he is so dedicated to football that I know it will be the best for him.” Goleman’s ace pitcher Ricardo Garcia will be attending Minnesota West Community and Technical College in Worthington, Minnesota. Baseball has always been a part
of his life, as he watched his older brother play the sport since he was a child. “I love being a pitcher,” he said. “I feel as though I have control over the game at that position. I have been playing the sport since I was four years old and the school is a great place of opportunity.” His mother, Jacqueline Alonso, gushed, “I am ecstatic; I know he’s going to go even further. I have always told him it is all about the right place and the right time and about wanting. It is always his choice and I am beyond words that he is able to follow his dreams.” Goleman’s other ace pitcher Michael Pelaez will be attending the Community College Baltimore in Maryland, where he is planning to study sports management. Pelaez has been playing baseball since he was four and dreams of playing for the Boston Red Sox. His parents, Mario and Barbara Pelaez, were beyond thrilled and overwhelmed with emotions as their son signed his scholarship papers. “There are so many emotions going on right now,” his mother said. “We are excited but sad to see him leave. We are overall very proud and happy for him, though. We always knew he would want to continue playing throughout college and we are blessed he was able to do so.”
GOLEMAN HIGH SCHOOL STAFF watch as four student athletes sign their college commitments. Pictured (top, from left) principal Joaquin Hernandez, head football coach Ariel Cribeiro, assistant softball coach Raul Costero, head softball coach Orlando Barreda, head baseball coach Jose Lopez, and athletic director Jay Flinchum; (bottom, from left) Troy Myers, football, Jessica Costero, softball, Michael Pelaez, baseball and Ricardo Garcia, baseball. Said Mario Pelaez: “I used to ish.” coach Michael when he was little Hernandez summed it up. “We could not be more proud of and it has been incredible to see him go through the different stages our school’s student athletes and of the sport, to see how a sport has the many more successes in their become a lifestyle. It has been future endeavors as they purse truly incredible from start to fin- their passions to the next level.”
Spanish Lake Elementary salutes Miami Lakes resident, librarian Mercedes Sabates
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Pace High’s drama students end year with Hairspray By Rene D. Basulto Special to The Miami Laker With a rousing production of the classic musical Oklahoma! back in January, students in Monsignor Edward Pace High School’s drama program were looking forward to putting on a modern musical classic: Hairspray.
“It was their dream show for a lot of them,” said Christina PlaGuzman, Lead Teacher of Pace’s Academy for Visual and Performing Arts Theatre Program. “Them wanting to do it so much made me want to do it even more.” While preparing to compete at the 2015 Florida State Thespian Festival, where they won multiple
Miami-Dade Public Schools eliminate EOC tests for 2015 By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Miami-Dade County Public Schools (MDCPS) has eliminated the End Of Course (EOC) examinations that were scheduled to take place at the end of the 2015 school year for all Miami-Dade students. The EOC exams, which were previously used for decisions on student promotion, retention, graduation and teacher evaluation, will only be administered to a small testing group of students randomly selected from MiamiDade County middle and senior high schools. Additionally, field tests will only include 10 of the original 263 combined middle and high school EOC exam topics. No field tests will be administered to elementary school students. This news comes on the heels of a new state law, HB7096, which allows for flexibility in administering testing in regards to academic achievement.
According to a press release by MDCPS, Superintendent Alberto Carvalho said, “Today’s announcement should come as welcomed news to everyone who recognizes that too much testing deprives our students of valuable instruction time. In making these decisions, we’ve taken a logical and responsible approach to address the concerns of students, teachers and parents.” Carvalho broke the news on Thursday, April 23, during a General Obligation Bond groundbreaking event at Oak Grove Elementary School in Miami. The Superintendent and School Board Chair, Perla Tabares Hantman, were joined by the United Teachers of Dade (UTD) and the Parent-Teacher Association (PTA/PTSA) who Carvalho said on his Facebook page “were instrumental in voicing the concerns from students, parents and teachers.”
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always give 150 percent.” As part of Pace Drama’s community outreach, Pla-Guzman arranged a special performance on the morning of April 23 for a very enthusiastic crowd of over 300 middle school students from Our Lady of the Lakes, St. John the Apostle, and Annunciation Catholic Schools. The audience was even more excited to see several cast members who had graduated from their middle schools. Hairspray has also been bittersweet for Pla-Guzman and the
Pace Drama program, as it is the final production for 30 seniors on both the cast and crew, the biggest graduating class in the program’s history. “It’s a chapter that’s ending. It’s scary and sad and I’m going to miss them a lot,” said PlaGuzman. This year also saw the biggest ever group of freshman entering the program, which ensures that Pace Drama will continue to entertain and inspire for years to come.
THE CAST of Pace High’s Drama production of Hairspray pose for a photo with students from Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic School who attended a special performance.
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Hialeah Miami Lakes’ Mu Alpha Theta Club celebrates Pi Day
MU ALPHA THETA math club members and math teachers gathered to celebrate Pi day, complete with activities for students, and of course, pie.
By R.A. Romero The Miami Laker staff Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High School’s (HML) Mu Alpha Theta club celebrated Pi Day, a date that was celebrated around the world on March 14. The date, 3/14/15, formed the first five numbers of the mathematical symbol Pi that represents the ratio of circumference of a circle to its diameter, 3.14159. The event, hosted by the Mu Alpha Theta sponsor, Marielena Viciedo, the Math Department head, Madeline Domenech and math department teachers, was
held in the school gymnasium and featured a variety of Pi related activities. The Mu Alpha Theta team and all participants had six different stations to visit which included building a bridge, an egg relay race, a bean count, and calculating areas for area and volume of three dimensional figures, finding the value of pi using circular figures, and determining if different sized circles cover the same area in a
Spanish Lake’s fifth graders create ‘Renewal Wall’ honoring African-American leaders The students in Sharon Wallen’s fifth grade class at Spanish Lake Elementary (SLE) drew inspiration from the powerful stories of African-American leaders and trailblazers to create the “Renewal Wall.”
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The school’s Renewal Wall represents the restoration of vigor and hope for bright futures of this generation and those to come. The students at SLE worked together to showcase the accomplishments of African-Americans in history.
FIFTH GRADE SPANISH LAKE ELEMENTARY students pose in front of the school’s Renewal Wall which features AfricanAmerican trailblazers. (Seated from left) Javien Rivera-Vega, Julian Sanchez; (standing from left) Gervacio Gonzalez, Angie Garcia, Alexander Santiago, Kaithlyn Villarreal, Priscilla Gomes, Angela Sardinas, Viviana Zamora, and Robert Sanchez.
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Chaminade-Madonna Preparatory appoints Mucheck as new president Chaminade-Madonna College Preparatory announced the appointment of Dr. Judith Mucheck as the school’s next president beginning July 1. Her threeyear appointment comes after a national search by the C-M Board of Trustees. Mucheck will be the first lay president of C-M since its founding in 1960. All previous presidents were professed Brothers or Priests of the Society of Mary. Upon her appointment, Mucheck said, “I am grateful to the Marianists for the opportunity to join the C-M family and I’m looking forward to reaching CM’s great potential which can be realized with the effort of all stakeholders.” Mucheck brings a wealth of experience in Catholic School Education, having served as a high school teacher, university profes-
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School Board approves three Perla T. Hantman resolutions During its April 15 regular monthly meeting, the MiamiDade County School Board approved three recommendations by Chairwoman Perla Tabares Hantman including the commemoration of May 20 as Cuban Independence Day, a resolution proclaiming May 5 as National Teacher Day for public school teachers, and recognizing the 2015 Senior High School Safety Campaign Contest winners. “Our school district joins thousands of Cuban-Americans in our community and throughout the world in celebrating May 20 as Cuban Independence Day, an important date in that country’s history when it gained its inde-
pendence from Spain,” said Hantman. “It is also important that we recognize the significant and valuable role that teachers play in education and in the daily lives of our students, and that we enhance public awareness on the dangers of texting while driving a vehicle.” The School Board announced and recognized the winners of the 2015 Senior High School Safety Campaign Contest. The winners were Hector Pagan, Elyssa Llanso, Yasiel Gonzlez, Danellis Sandoval, Jose Marrero, Dennis Hernández, Amanda Corral, Christina Holloway, Sky Tayon, Becky Morel and Gabriel Lezama.
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Ringling College names Jasmine Fernandez Trustee Scholar Former longtime Miami Lakes resident, Jasmine Fernandez, received the highest honor a student can earn at Ringling College of Art & Design in Sarasota, FL. She was named the Trustee Scholar by the Board of Trustees at the college. Each year, the Ringling College Board of Trustees awards its highest honor, the Trustee Scholarship, to an exclusive group of extraordinary rising seniors. The hard work, talent, spirit, and dedication of the 12 award recipients exemplify excellence. The scholarship recipients and the nominees will be honored at an official recognition ceremony in the fall. Two Trustee Scholar nominees are selected each spring from the junior class by the faculty of each major and the Office of Student
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Life. The Board of Trustees' Trustee Scholar Selection Committee, led this year by Trustee Larry Garberding, reviews each student's submission materials and portfolio, makes their selection, and recommends the appointment of scholars to the entire Board of Trustees based on exceptional talent, contribution to the department, and leadership ability. Fernandez has earned other prestigious titles during her academic career. She placed third in the nation for the Geico National Safety Contest while attending third grade at Miami Lakes K-8 Center, formerly Miami Lakes Elementary. The award earned the school $500 worth of art supplies. She also went on to win first place in the state for the Stock Market Challenge in fifth grade. While attending Miami Lakes Educational Center (MLEC), Fernandez won the Ocean Bank Art exhibition award, the Silver Knight for Art and helped create a lasting mural for the school. She graduated from MLEC in 2012 Summa Cum Laude and was accepted to FSU, UF, UCF and
Ringling College of Art & Design with multiple scholarships. She chose Ringling College of Art & Design, because she wanted to be among the best artists and designers from the world. Fernandez said, “In order to be the best, you need to be challenged by the best. I have to credit my parents for allowing me to pursue my passion in Motion Design. They have been my biggest supporters and by allowing me to spread my wings, I have been able to soar.” Fernandez has been the graphic designer for Teen USA Magazine and has worked on special projects for the Orioles, Boyce Avenue, Nike and TV Land among others.
Her film “Famous Felines” won second place at the Sarasota Film Festival in 2014. “When I first heard that I was nominated for the Trustee Scholar and selected as a winner, I was in shock. There are so many talented students and to be named the best of the best is truly an honor. I am really humbled and thankful to the Board of Trustees on selecting me for this prestigious honor,” said Fernandez. “I will never forget the first time I walked by the Trustee Scholar Wall with my parents during freshman year. I admired them all and now I will be among them. The feeling is surreal. I know I am where I belong.”
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Hialeah Miami Lakes High’s Model United Nations team shines again The Hialeah Miami Lakes Senior High Model United Nations (UN) students competed at the Miami International Conference for the Simulation of United Nations (MICSUN) held at the University of Miam on April
18. Top schools across the state and around the world participated. Danny Ramirez and Jessica Duque led the way for the HML team winning Best Delegate in their final competitions as high school students. Marvin Espinoza and Gabriella Torres won honorable mention in their committee. Danny Hernandez and Marina
Cepeda also placed and won honorable mention in their respective committees. Model United Nations provides a forum for addressing global concerns in a real world context and the HML team has placed in every competition they participated in this year.
MLEC’s James Parker named Principal of Year runner-up
MIAMI LAKES EDUCATIONAL CENTER principal James Parker was named runner-up for Principal of the Year at a Miami-Dade County Public Schools’ awards ceremony held in early April at Jungle Island.
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The Women’s Fellowship of Miami Lakes Congregational Church, located at 6701 Miami Lakeway South, will host its 7th Annual Spring Tea on Saturday, May 9, at 3 p.m. in the church’s Fellowship Hall. The theme for this year is “Tea Around the World.” This year’s program will feature a Fashion Show showcasing beautiful styles from places around the world,
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Monsignor Edward Pace High School students piled into the school’s Innovation Center recently to watch and perform at the annual Open Mic Night hosted by Pace High’s Literary Guild. Emceed by senior Justin Gerlin and overseen by Literary Guild moderator and Pace English teacher Katherine Palacio, the unique event provided a platform for Pace students to sing, read their own written poetry, perform standup comedy and spoken word, and play instruments. Refreshments were served and sold by Pace Campus Minister Andres Novela and his Just.Ice.Coffee which benefits Pace High’s Haitian sister schools. Some highlights included senior Kenea Sejour bringing the house down multiple times with several songs and junior Gabriela Gutierrez performing a piece on the violin. Before performing an improvised jazz session on the guitar, senior Frank de Oliva spoke from the heart, stating “I hope that everybody learns how to be selfconfident…Just be confident in yourself and just be yourself.” The Literary Guild was thrilled with this year’s well-attended event and looks forward to holding Open Mic Night again next year.
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Miami Lakes Area Houses of Worship Elevate Church 6250 Miami Lakes Dr. East Telephone: 305-823-3888 Sunday Worship.........9:30, 11 & 12:30 Friday Youth Nights.....................7 PM
M.L. Congregational Church 6701 Miami Lakeway South Telephone: 305-822-4313 Adult Sunday School...................9 AM Children’s Sunday School.....10:30 AM Worship.................................10:30 AM Special Need Service...............4:00 PM (Every fourth Sunday)
Sunrise Presbyterian Church 18400 N.W. 68 Avenue Telephone: 305-821-5841 Sunday School (all ages)........9:00 AM Worship.................................10:00 AM Spanish Worship...................11:30 AM
The Church of the Epiphany 15650 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-558-3961 www.episcopalmiamilakes.com Sunday Eucharist........................10 AM Children’s Sunday School..........10 AM Adult Bible Study.......................11 AM Misa en Espanol...................12:15 PM Escuela Dominical................12:15 PM
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints 8201 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-0049 Spanish service.............................9 AM English service.......................12:30 PM Tuesday (Spanish).........................7 PM Wednesday (English)....................7 PM
Palm Vista Community Church Meeting at Miami Lakes Middle 6425 Miami Lakeway North Telephone: 305-822-6999 Worship Service.........................10 AM
Temple Tifereth Jacob 5901 N.W. 151 Street Telephone: 305-557-2651 Call for Service Schedule
Iglesia Biblica Cristiana Español Servicios Telephone: 305-557-1959 Sunday service........................4:00 PM Wednesday Youth....................7:30 PM 6250 Miami Lakes Drive East
Iglesia El Nuevo Comienzo 6701 Miami Lakeway South Services in Spanish Sunday service.......................12:30 PM Thursday service.....................8:00 PM
St. Andrews Lutheran Church 575 W. 68 Street Telephone: 305-821-3622 Sunday service (English)........9:00 AM Sunday service (Spanish).....10:30 AM Bible School...............................11 AM
Faith Is The Victory Fellowship
Telephone: 954-435-1313 www.faithisthevictoryfellowship.com Sunday Service.....................10:30 AM (Cobb Theaters – 6711 Main Street) Theatre 17
Our Lady of the Lakes Catholic Church 15801 N.W. 67 Avenue Telephone: 305-558-2202 Sunday services in English 9:30, 11 AM and 5:30 PM Sunday services in Spanish 8 AM, 12:45 PM and 7 PM Saturday services 8:30 AM, 5 PM Daily services 7 and 8:30 AM Confessions: Saturdays 3:30 PM
Mother of Our Redeemer Catholic Church 8445 N.W. 186 Street Telephone: 305-829-6141 Daily services (Spanish) 8:30 AM Saturday (English) 5:30 PM Saturdays (Spanish) 7 PM Sundays (English) 8 & 10:30 AM Sundays (Spanish) 9 AM, 12:30 PM, 7 PM
North Palm Baptist Church 7801 N.W. 178 Street Telephone: 305-558-2032 www.NorthpalmBaptist.org Sunday Bible Study.................9:15 AM Sunday Worship....................10:30 AM Wednesday Service..................7:00 PM
New Testament Baptist Church The Gathering Place 6601 N.W. 167 Street Telephone: 305-558-4930 Sunday Service..........................11 AM Bible Study ............................9:45 AM Wednesday Bible Study...........7:00 PM Wednesday Youth Group.........7:00 PM
Orthodox Cathedral of Christ The Saviour
Fulfilled Life Church Telephone 786-378-2356 Country Club Middle School 18305 N.W. 75 Place Sunday Service (Eng.)..10:30 AM
Victory Parrish Worship Center 16261 N.W. 57 Avenue Telephone: 786-428-0078 Sunday service....................10:00 AM Tuesday & Thursday..............7:00 PM Friday service.......................11:00 PM
Voice for Jesus Cobb Miami Lakes Theatre #11 6711 Main Street 305-818-0565 Sunday service......................10:00 AM Youth service.........................10:00 AM Children services...................10:45 AM (Nursery provided)
(Editor’s Note: All information provided by individual houses of worship. Confirm service times by telephone.
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MICHELLE ROMERO
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Luis and Clarisell Collazo announce birth of their son
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Michelle Romero, 19, a lifelong Miami Lakes resident and former Miami Lakes Educational Center student, passed away on Monday, April 13, following surgical complications as a result of her autoimmune disorder, Lupus. Romero was a student at Florida International University majoring in accounting, and was known as a fiery presence. Romero was a former MLEC student and prominent member of the Entrepreneurship strand. She assisted in bringing the school’s DECA Fashion Show to its current glory and helped form the student Credit Union. Family and friends attended an open casket viewing that was held Friday, April 17, at Vista Memorial Gardens. Romero was adorned in her Snow White Costume complete with a crown, a testament to her love for Disney and tribute to her diva personality
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MIAMI LAKES RESIDENTS Clarisell and Luis Collazo announced the birth of their son, Lucas Luis Collazo. He arrived on Wednesday, January 21, at South Miami Hospital, weighing 6 pounds, 11 ounces, and measuring 19 3/4 inches in length. Maternal grandparents are Clara and Rafael (deceased) De Cardenas. Paternal grandparents are Alina and Luis (deceased) Collazo.
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Townhouse For Rent. 2 bedroom, 2 bath.
TH For Rent. 2 bed/2ba. Loft can be 3rd bdrm, baby rm. or media rm. Completely remodeled. Art deco kitchen, S/S appls., Quartz counter top, custom railing stairway. Tile & wood floors. Tiled patio & storage room. Plenty of guest parking. 24 hr. gated security. $1,700 mo., 1st, last and 1 mo. sec. dep. Credit check $40. Moors does background check. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Corner LakefrontTownhouse For Rent. Feels like a home. All tiled floors, 3 bed./ 2bath, updated bath. New kitchen appliances. 5-month new A/C & compresser. Accordion hurricane shutters. Extended patio, Storage room, Formal dining room. Plenty of guest parking. Washer/dryer. Corner unit. A light, bright happy home solidly built in 1987, A pleasure to show. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Century Gardens Lakefront For Rent. Beautiful 4 bed/ 3 bath, completely updated. All rooms are large. Plenty of walk-in closets. 3 updated bathrooms, all tiled. 2-car garage, screened terrace, back yard fenced. $2,500 month, first, last month and one month security. Driver’s license, 2 months pay stubs. We do credit report $40. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
24-hour security. All tiled, washer/dryer in kitchen. 2 parking spaces in front, lots of guest parking. Cable and Club House facility included. $1,400 month. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Spacious two-story lake home. Family and living room, full kitchen appliances overlooking lake view. Full dining room, Master on first floor. Loft can be 4th bedroom or media room. Washer/dryer in 2-car garage. Very spacious, 2,158 sq ft. Fenced back yard. Owner financing. Text Debbie to show.
For Rent. 1,595 sq. ft. Remodeled kitchen and counter and appliances. Washer/dryer in unit. 2 masters, 1 on first floor. Loft can be 3rd bedroom, office or media room. Tile and wood floors. Tiled patio. 24 hour security. Roof assessment is being paid every month. Buyer will pick up the payment at closing. Tenant occupied. Shown by appointment. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
Little Doll House. 2 bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, lakefront. Living room, formal dining room. Updated kitchen appliances. Large patio. Garage. 24 hour security. Walk to shopping centers and school. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
PSN lake and large salt water pool home. Jetski, waterski, or just fish and relax, perfect for BBQ and watcing the games. 4 bedrooms/2 baths, updated bathroom.Tax roll is wrong, lot is 9,885 sq. ft. overlooking wide lake. Real wood cabinets and granite counter and new top of line appliances. Stove is gas and owned, waterheater and dryer are gas and leased. A large storage room can be 5th bedroom with walk-in closet. Roof and central A/C replaced new after Wilma. All tile floors. EZ to show. Reduced. Very motivated. Reduced. Call Debbie 305-788-5008.
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2 bedroom/2 bath condo townhouse on a rarely available corner on Lake Sandra. Totally remodeled. Neutral tile floors throughout living area & carpet & laminate in bedrooms. Great long view of lake from covered patio. Accordian shutters. Stunning new oak front door. Absolutely move-in ready. This great villa will not last long. $285,000. A2103120
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Great looking renovated spacious 1 bedroom condo located on second floor in south Miami Lakes just behind the Lake Patricia Shops & Chase bank. Newer bathroom, newer tile floors, newer water heater, refrigerator & range, newer high-impact sliding door to balcony. Alarm system. Large walk-in closet. New roof is coming, building will be painted. Seller will pay remainder of special assessment. $99,000. A2093392
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Beautiful 3bd/2ba with newer roof and air conditioning system. Large family room. Fenced back yard. Located on a quiet cu-de-sac, Walking distance to A+ schools.
Unique property located on over sized lot on a cul-de-sac. In desirable Miami Lakes community. Pride of ownership is reflected throughout this impeccable 2 bedroom, 2 bath corner townhouse. Some of the features include open floor plan, tile throughout, family room, updated bathrooms, 2-master bedrooms, French doors, Accordion shutters, sprinkler system, alarm system and more. Showings by appointment only, 24-hour notice required. $294,000. A2086044
Lakes on the Green waterfront property. Builder's home. 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Built with lots of extras. Oversized lot. Back covered porch, light concrete on the second floor. Amazing Lake View. Property has 15 SEER energy efficient A/C, approximately 6 years old. One bedroom is used as laundry room, but water hookup available in garage. Gas stove, dryer and water heater. $425,000. A2061955.
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Rarely available 2 bedroom, 2 bath, loft with garage on Lake Cynthia in Miami Lakes. One year old. Beautifully remodeled kitchen with dark wood cabinets and rich granite countertops as well, stainless steel appliances, Travertine floors throughout. Except on loft which is laminate. Great view of lake. Accordian shutters. Easy to show. Call listing agent. This will not last! $307,000. A2083455
This beautiful lakefront home has three bedrooms, 2 baths. Tile and wood floors. Almost new air conditioner and is conveniently located next to the community pool. Guest parking across the street. $330,000. A2100928
A great opportunity to own in prestigious Miami Lakes in a gated community. Lakefront property with private beach in back. Second master has been added up the spiral staircase with large deck overlooking pool and lake and its own beautiful master bath. Large media room, very large dining area. Porcelain floors. Real wood burning fireplace. Located on a cul-de-sac. $699,000. A2075698.
Stunning property totally redone. High impact windows and doors. Non slippery marble driveway. Energy efficient lights, surround sound, crown molding, extensive custom wood work throughout. Top of the line appliances including Titan water heater, 2 new A/C units. Built in exterior BBQ area and CBS enclosed walls for privacy. $699,000. A2093883.
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