HEALTH PROVIDER DIRECTORY

DENTISTRY & ORTHODONTICS

PROMISING DENTAL CARE

Promising Dental is a family-owned company that has two locations, one is Tamarac and one in Parkland.Our experienced and amazing team always prioritizes the patient’s needs and wellbeing.We offer full dental service in house from including Implants, Invisalign, Root Canals, Dentures and Partials, Cosmetic dentistry and Facial cosmetics like Botox, Dermal Fillers, Plasma, Lip augmentation. We strive to make every visit a pleasant experience. We accept most major dental insurances and offer financing. We take same day emergency patients as we believe nobody should be left in pain. Changing the world, one smile at a time!Our Parkland office is located at 5973 W Hillsboro Blvd, Parkland, FL 33067 or call (754) 529-8214. Visit us at www.promisingdentalparkland.com or email us at info@promisingdentalparkland.com Our Tamarac Office is located at 5863 N. University Dr. Tamarac, FL 33321 or call (954) 720-2444.Visit us at www.promisingdental.com or email us at promisingdental@gmail.com.

EMOTIONAL & MENTAL HEALTH CARE & SUPPORT GROUPS

DR. DAVID YUDELL & ASSOCIATES, LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Our private practice office is available for confidential and professional help. All individual, couples, families and/or groups are welcome. We specialize in children, adults and families, offering educational testing as well as therapeutic services. Services include educational testing such as GIFTED PLACEMENT, ADD & ADHD, ACT & SAT accommodations, academic deficits, learning disabilities and behavioral problems. We also offer help for those dealing with stress, grief & loss, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, substance abuse, fears & phobias or depression. Please call our office to discuss your needs. We are conveniently located in Coral Springs and Plantation. (954) 288-9393. www.DrYudell.com.

HOSPITALS & URGENT CARE FACILITIES

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

1005 Joe DiMaggio Drive, Hollywood 33021. (954) 265-5324. JDCH.com.

• CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL: A full-service, patient- and family-centered care hospital. Inspired by those we care for, we believe in the healing Power of Play, creating an environment where kids can be kids and parents are partners in care. We provide a comprehensive scope of children’s services through our inpatient and outpatient programsfrom minor illnesses to some of the most complex medical conditions. Our advanced facility is staffed 24 hours a day by a major league team of pediatric specialists, and specialty-trained nurses and ancillary support staff. In addition, young patients are treated by one of the largest diverse group of board-certified pediatric specialists in the region. For all of these reasons and more, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital has earned the distinction of being the leading children’s hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties.

• CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL CONCUSSION CLINIC: Whether it’s a sports-related or non-sports-related concussion or mild traumatic brain injury, count on us to deliver quality, coordinated care. We help navigate and expedite appointments with the right pediatric specialists to meet your child’s needs. Our team includes physicians and therapists with specialties in Pediatric Sports Medicine, Pediatric Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Pediatric Neurology, Pediatric Neuropsychology, Pediatric Vestibular Rehabilitation and Pediatric Neurosurgery. Call (954) 538-5566 or visit JDCH.com/concussion. Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston.

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S PEDIATRIC SPECIALISTS AT BOYNTON BEACH

Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists at Boynton Beach offers free EKG screenings for young athletes, as well as appointments with board-certified physicians in various pediatric specialties including fetal and pediatric cardiology, endocrinology and Orthopedics. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was once again identified among the best in the nation for Cardiology & Heart Surgery and Orthopedics according to U.S.News & World’s Report’s 2022-2023

“Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings. For more information, please visit nicklauschildrens.org/BoyntonBeach

Broward Health Coral Springs

Broward Health Coral Springs is a 250-bed hospital located in the heart of Coral Springs offering a full continuum of care featuring a women’s hospital, surgical institute, the Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital, specialized Children’s ER, a summer camp for children with type 1 diabetes, and a community education center. BHCS is a leader in addressing the community’s needs while delivering patientcentered care. We proudly offer the following services: Bariatrics, Cardiovascular Services, Colorectal Center, Community Education, Concussion Care, Emergency Services, Heartburn Center, Imaging, Maternity Place, Orthopedic Services, Ostomy Outpatient Center, Outpatient Services, Pediatric Services – Salah Foundation Children’s Hospital, Rehabilitative Services, Senior Services, Sleep Center, Stroke Center, Surgical Services, Women’s Hospital, Wound Care Center. (954) 344-3000. BrowardHealth.org/BHCS. 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs 33065.

www.browardhealth.org/locations/broward-health-coral-springs.

SALAH FOUNDATION CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL

AT BROWARD HEALTH CORAL SPRINGS

Located in Fort Lauderdale at Broward Health Medical Center and in Coral Springs at Broward Health Coral Springs. Our locations offer newborns, children and adolescents the most advanced, family-centered care, including: 24-Hour Pediatric Emergency Department, Child Life & Expressive Therapy teams, Comprehensive Pediatric Diabetes Center, Concussion Care program, Hematology, Oncology Services, Multidisciplinary Pediatric Obesity Clinic, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Acute Care & Pediatric Medical/Surgical Treatment, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Pediatric Surgical Services and Pediatric Sedation. 3000 Coral Hills Drive, Coral Springs / 1600 S. Andrews Avenue, Fort Lauderdale. www.browardhealth.org/locations/salah-foundation-childrens-hospital.

West Boca Medical Center

From preemies to teens, Pediatrics at West Boca Medical Center provides specialized care for kids, all in one convenient, comfortable location. With more than 80 pediatric specialists and a separate pediatric emergency department, we are prepared to provide your child with the care they need. To find a pediatric physician, call (877) 346-1849 or visit westbocamedctr.com.

HEALTH SERVICES & IMMUNIZATIONS

FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH IN BROWARD COUNTY

Family Public Health Services: Birth Certificates, Immunizations, Children’s Dental, KidCare, WIC, Adult Specialty Dental, Family Planning, Health Education, HIV Prevention/Testing and more. (954) 467- 4705 or www.broward.floridahealth.gov.

Orthopedic Care

BAPTIST HEALTH ORTHOPEDIC CARE

Baptist Health Orthopedic Care is conveniently located in Plantation and offers orthopedic and sports medicine services. You’ll have access to the same level of care as South Florida’s top professional athletes. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:00AM-5:00PM, and are located at 1228 South Pine Island Road, Suite 310, inside the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex just north of I-595 and Pine Island Road. Call (833) 556-6764 or visit BaptistHealth.net/OrthoPlantation to request an appointment or for more information.

PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDICS & SPORTS MEDICINE

JOE DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL ORTHOPEDIC CENTER

Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston. (954) 265-6300.

• PEDIATRIC ORTHOPEDIC SURGERY & [U18] SPORTS

MEDICINE: Meeting the needs of the pediatric & adolescent population with orthopedic injuries ranging from scoliosis and spinal deformities, bone tumors, fractures, hand injuries and upper extremity conditions, limb lengthening & deformities, hip injuries & hip disorders, concussions, sports & dance injuries and much more, your child will be cared for by fellowship-trained pediatric orthopedic surgeons and physicians: Dr. Michael Jofe, Dr. Randolph Cohen, Dr. Neal McNerney, Dr. Stephen Storer, Dr. Jeremy Frank, Dr. Eric Eisner, Dr. Matthew Fazekas, Dr. Michael Dressing, Dr. Andrew Gupta, Dr. Michael Aversano, Dr. Stephen Plachta & Dr. Stanley Szybinski, who combined have over 80 years’ experience. We provide a full spectrum of care, with diagnostic imaging by pediatric radiologists and technologists, anesthesia care by board-certified pediatric anesthesiologists and rehabilitation by licensed and doctorate level physical therapists. Ranked by U.S. News & World Report 2022-23 South Florida’s BEST children’s hospital for Orthopedics, for the 4th year in a row. Locations in Boca Raton, Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Wellington & Weston. JDCH.com/Orthopedics.

• PERFORMING ARTS & DANCE MEDICINE PROGRAM: Dance is a complex physical commitment that requires holistic treatment of the musculoskeletal system. Physicians and physical therapists from the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Orthopedic Center specialize in caring for youth and young adult dancers and performing artists. We apply a comprehensive evaluation from nutrition, bone health, and sports psychology in addition to management of acute injuries. Our experts specialize in the assessment and treatment of performance-related injuries. With experience caring for company dancers from the Boston Ballet and Boston Conservatory, we cater to the unique discipline of dance biomechanics, flexibility, strength deficits, injury prevention and pointe readiness. Young dancers can expect full evaluation, diagnostics and treatment of all injuries. Visit JDCH.com/Dance.

Pediatric Specialists

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S PEDIATRIC SPECIALISTS AT CORAL SPRINGS

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was once again identified among the best in the nation for Cardiology & Heart Surgery, according to U.S.News & World’s Report’s 2022-2023 “Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings.

Appointments with board-certified fetal and pediatric cardiologists, as well as pediatric endocrinologists, are offered right here at Nicklaus Children’s Pediatric Specialists at Coral Springs. To request an appointment, please call (888) 624-2778 or visit nicklauschildrens.org/CoralSprings

NICKLAUS CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL HEART INSTITUTE

The Heart Institute at Nicklaus Children’s serves as a beacon to families confronting the reality of a child or newborn with a heart defect. It offers the most innovative and least invasive approaches to the treatment of congenital heart disease. Nicklaus Children’s Hospital was once again identified among the best in the nation for Cardiology & Heart Surgery according to U.S.News & World’s Report’s 2022-2023 “Best Children’s Hospitals” rankings. For more information, please visit nickaluschildrens.org/Heart

SPEECH, PHYSICAL & OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY SERVICES

DIMAGGIO CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL REHABILITATION CENTER JDCH.com/Rehab, (954) 265-4000.

• PEDIATRIC THERAPY SERVICES: Physical Therapy, Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy, Feeding Therapy services and much more. Serving the needs of pediatric and adolescent patients – Our therapists specialize in the treatment of infants and children with a variety of diagnoses, including neurological deficits, sensory and auditory processing disorders, developmental delay and much more. Locations: Coral Springs, Hollywood, Miramar, Pembroke Pines & Wellington.

• [U18] SPORTS MEDICINE SPORTS PHYSICAL THERAPY SERVICES: Helping meet the unique sports injury prevention and treatment needs of children and adolescents. Every patient treated at [U18] receives one-on-one individualized sports physical therapy care provided by highly experienced orthopedic physical therapists. Our patients have our undivided attention, which can help improve outcomes. Our facilities are tailored specifically for the young athlete. Locations in Miramar, Coral Springs & Wellington. (954) 538-5500.

BAPTIST HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY & REHABILITATION

Baptist Health Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation provides physical therapy and rehabilitation for a wide range of orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. Conveniently located in Plantation, we are open Monday through Friday from 7:00AM-7:00PM , and are located at 1228 South Pine Island Road, Suite 330, inside the Baptist Health Wellness and Medical Complex just north of I-595 and Pine Island Road. For more information, call (786) 308-2000 or visit BaptistHealth.net/Plantation.

SUPPORT GROUPS & SERVICES

CHILDREN’S SERVICES COUNCIL OF BROWARD COUNTY

The Children’s Services Council of Broward County funds over one hundred programs that support one in three children and their families county wide. Programs include: helping expectant mothers deliver healthy babies, providing safe and affordable childcare services, helping to keep youth out of the juvenile justice system, assist aging foster care youth to find housing and employment, assist grandparents and relative caregivers in finding support, assisting the special needs youth population to become contributing members of the community and much more. (954) 377-1000 or www.cscbroward.org.

T his year the Wildcats of Forest Glen Middle School are committed to GROWING together! The Glen House Rules drive daily operations at the Glen as students and staff members are dedicated to being responsible, respectful, and safe contributors to our school community. The 2022-2023 school year is blooming as our students are exhibiting many positive behaviors, participating in the new FAST assessment, using their new iPads, and getting involved with sports and clubs! New curriculum standards are keeping our teachers busy learning new ways to create innovative lessons.

What’s going on at FGMS?

• FGMS has grown this year by adding a new Jobs for Florida Graduates (JFG) program that helps students learn job and life skills to help them give back to their community.

• Growth has also taken place in our approach to teaching and learning as we are a Verizon Innovative Learning School (VILS)! All students and teachers have received brand new iPads with free data to assist them in learning. We are becoming responsible digital citizens at the Glen!

• Our loveable Violet is now on campus to assist in meeting students’ emotional needs daily. Meet her in our Peer Counseling room. We love our Violet!

• We have installed a food forest at FGMS, and we are looking for volunteers to help us grow! We saw bright and robust sunflowers bloom on our campus at the start of the school year! We have currently grown strawberries, spinach, tomatoes, plums, and herbs.

• PAWS with Mrs. G is a learning session held monthly with the principal which involves helping parents, guardians and community members grow in their knowledge and support of our wildcats! How can parents support students and/or our school?

Just be there! Ensure students are prepared for school, up to date with their assignments and grades, and following all school rules. This kind of support contributes to an environment focused on student learning and growth. We are always looking for approved volunteers to help around campus. Parents and guardians are invited to join PTO and attend monthly SAC and PTO meetings.

Looking for a middle school? Schedule a visit. We are located at 6501 Turtle Run Boulevard in Coral Springs. Call us at 754-322-3400. Check the school website often for the monthly newsletter and important updates at www.browardschools.com/forestglen. Follow us on Twitter @GlenPrincipal.

Broward County Public School Calendar*

Changes

2023 Calendar

JANUARY

Monday - Friday, January 2 - 6: Schools Closed

Thursday, January 12: Early Release Day, End of 2nd Quarter

Friday, January 13: Employee Planning (no school for students)

Monday, January 16: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

FEBRUARY

Friday, February 3: Report Cards Issued for Second Quarter

Tuesday, February 14: Early Release Day

Monday, February 20: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

MARCH

Thursday, March 16: Early Release Day, End of 3rd Quarter

Friday, March 17: Employee Planning Day - No School for Students

Monday - Friday, March 20 – 24: Spring Break – Schools Closed

APRIL

Friday, April 7: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

Friday, April 14: Report Cards Issued for Third Quarter

Thursday, April 20: Hurricane Make-Up Day

Friday, April 21: Schools Closed

MAY

Monday, May 29: Schools and Administrative Offices Closed

JUNE

Thursday, June 8: Early Release Day / Last Day of School

Friday, June 9: Employee Planning - No School for Students

Friday, June 23: Report Cards Issued for Fourth Quarter

As we approach the second semester, our teachers are working diligently with the implementation of BEST standards and FAST assessments. Classroom teachers are focused on targeted instruction to meet students’ needs and close the learning gaps. Learning experiences are planned intentionally at Hunt Elementary. As the year progresses, we will maintain momentum on our academic goals while integrating character-building opportunities and exciting experiences.

Our students are provided with the opportunity to grow academically, socially, and emotionally. Our goal is to promote kindness. We have our Reading Buddies initiative where we team up our primary and intermediate students to alternate reading to each other. Students select a book of choice or are assigned a book by the teacher at their appropriate reading level to read to their buddies. Students meet at a comfortable designated area to enjoy the reading experience. We want to build a strong sense of community in our school and promote literacy. Our Safety Patrol group is a success, as we watch our fifth graders serve as role models for our youngsters, as they assist in arrival and dismissal. We are looking forward to our upcoming activities! We have Curriculum Night, Literacy Week, Black History Month activities, and Bookfair in the upcoming weeks. We look forward to having our students, parents, and community participation. We encourage and value parent involvement at our school. We invite our families and community to attend our monthly School Advisory Forum and School Advisory Council meetings. Please visit our school website for the dates Hunt Elementary / Homepage (browardschools.com). Also, follow us on Twitter @HuntElementary.

James S. Hunt Elementary is located at 7800 NW 35th Court in Coral Springs. Their Principal is Rendolyn Amaker. They can be reached at (754) 322-6500.

The “new year” brings in much excitement as we plan a variety of activities to celebrate the teaching and learning happening at Coral Park. From Debate Tournaments to Leave Your Mark on Coral Park “art” night, Coral Park is buzzing with learning opportunities that extend beyond the school day.

As we are full swing into this school year, we are also gearing up for the 2022-23 school year, too! Register early to secure your space in our amazing VPK program for three and four year olds! Mark your calendar for our “Cubbette Day” on May 12th. Incoming kindergarten and pre-k students are invited to participate in a variety of activities on campus to begin to get to know our school staff and campus. If you are interested in learning more about our kindergarten or Pre-K

VPK programs, touring our school, or participating in our Cubette Day, please contact the school at 754-322-5850. Summer is peaking it’s head around the corner and our “STEAMy Summer Camp” will return this summer for an action packed program right here at Coral Park. Our high quality camp program provides students with a safe and fun filled time! For information regarding our summer camp, please contact Kelly Lentoski at 754-322-5850 or email cpe_steamy_camp@browardschools.com . Reserve your space now!

Coral Park Elementary is located at 8401 Westview Drive, Coral Springs, FL 33067. They can be reached at (754) 322-5850 or www.coralpark.browardschools.com.

Happy 2023 from the Raider Nation! We are excited to start off this new year with our students, helping them achieve their academic and personal goals along the way.

The Bullseye Club Ramblewood Middle School’s Speech and Debate students continue to attend competitions in mass. To close 2022, forty-seven students competed in eight different events and brought home seventeen medals in December, up from twelve in November. Trending Times Journalism continues to innovate the pages and designs of the yearbook. This year they have collaborated to create eleven new and exciting spreads to showcase the memories from this school year. This year’s book promises to be stunning in design and content.

The Mentoring Tomorrows Leaders and the Raider Step Team will be participating and performing at the Dr. Martin Luther King Leadership and Service Forum in Coral Springs this spring. Many of the students have served in the community during Thanksgiving and holidays partnering with Dare to Care Community Outreach, Broward Health Coral Springs, and other community service projects.

Also, four MTL Mentors were featured on PBS’s “Your South Florida” discussing Financial Literacy with Junior Achievement. In addition, on of our very own teachers,

Written By: Courtney Russo 6th/7th/8th Intensive Reading Teacher

Mrs. Washington Collins, was interviewed by PBS speaking about the impact of Junior Achievement curriculum in her 8th grade scholars’ lives.

RMS Drama club has been busy at work the last two quarters and are currently gearing up for their Spring Play “Bully” which will take place March 28th and 29th at Ramblewood Middle School.

In sports, the Boys’ and Girls’ Volleyball teams worked hard and had great seasons. We look forward to Flag Football along with Track & Field in the springtime.

Parents and students can become involved in the various clubs and athletics offered at the Raider Nation at our website browardschools.com/ramblewoodmid.

Parents interested in becoming involved in our wonderful PTO can contact the following email address for more information, rmspto@ramblewoodmiddlepto.com or parents may join us for our monthly School Advisory Council that takes place every third Thursday of the month at 8:15 AM in our schools media center.

Ramblewood Middle School is located at 8505 W. Atlantic Blvd. in Coral Springs. Their Principal is Andrew Kirk. They can be reached at (754) 322-4300.

Riverglades is excited about the many different activities and happenings during the spring semester. This semester, the SAVE (Students Against Violence Everywhere) Promise Club will lead different activities each month to promote kindness and practices that make our school a safe place for all. These activities range from “Spread the Love” Heart Grams to decorating common areas with words that promote peace and school safety. Members of this club are selected fifth grade students who want to lead the change in these efforts.

Each year Riverglades participates in the Day of Service and Love to commemorate the 17 lives lost and those injured as a result of the tragedy at Marjory Stoneman Douglas on February 14, 2018. Our school participates in spreading love and kindness to the community by collecting items for local places in need like SOS Village, the Humane Society, and food banks. True to our LifeSkills curriculum, our students and staff demonstrate generosity by going above and beyond with their donations. Last year, we were able to have truckloads of donations, and look forward to being able to do even more this year. Each class takes an active role in the donation and collection process which allows them to see how their giving positively impacts others.

Another upcoming event this semester is the Kid’s Heart Challenge. Our Gators participate by registering for the Kids Heart Challenge and donating to the cause. This drive ends with the exciting Jump rope for Heart Challenge where students show off their jump roping skills. The students look forward to the Kids Heart Challenge every year and diligently practice their jump roping skills to get ready for the big day. Once all donations are in, the students gear up for Slime Day. This is an event where the top student donors get to slime our P.E. Coach and Administration. From start to finish, the Kids Heart Challenge is a fun and rewarding experience for our students. Riverglades is proud to be the leading school in donations last year and plan to continue to support this program.

As you can see, the Riverglades Gators are keeping quite busy. Although the academic demands of the school year are high, at Riverglades, it is important for us that we create space for our them to participate in extra-curricular activities that are fun and character-building so that they can grow into well-rounded members of the community. Riverglades Elementary is located at 7400 Parkside Dr., Parkland 33076. Their principal is Joanne Seltzer. They can be reached at (754) 322-8200.

Parkside has been busy over these last few months celebrating the Holidays. We had a wonderful turn out to our Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon. We were so pleased to be able to bring this back face to face this year. We served over 1,200 staff, students and families. It is such a joy inviting our families in to have a special Thanksgiving Lunch here. A BIG thank you to our wonderful cafeteria staff for all that they did in preparing and serving all of these families.

We want to thank our PTA for organizing several activities for our families and students as well throughout these last few months. Students had a wonderful day celebrating “Polar Express” and a visit from the South Florida Firetruck. The students always love pretending to play in the snow.

PTA also had a really nice turn out at our Family Movie Night. This is one of their give backs to our families. What a fun night this was for all and we are thankful for all that they do for our school. Over the next few weeks, we will begin our planning for next school year. Our Kindergarten round-up and 23-24 intention forms will be going home soon. Please be on the look-out for these in your children’s folders. Thankful to all of our Parkside Community for all you do for our school.

Parkside Elementary is located at 10257 NW 29th Street, Coral Springs 33065. Our principal is Mrs. Laneia Hall and she can be reached at (754) 322-7850. Visit our website at parkside.browardschools.com for more information.

We wish a Happy New Year to the Coral Springs community and the Ram Families! We are already in the 3rd quarter of the 2022-23 school year, which means we are less than halfway to the end.

In December, we hosted Dinner with D.A.D.S. (Dedicated and Devoted Supporters). This is an event where males that participate in students’ lives were invited to eat dinner with their child, nephew, brother, etc. They also got a chance to network and sign up to volunteer at upcoming events. It was a fantastic event, coordinated by our awesome PTO.

We also invited parents to see their kids perform during our Winter Holiday Show. Student participants from all grade levels performed holiday songs and staff members collaborated and surprised everyone with a fabulous, well- choreographed piece. It was standing room only.

This year, our Chess Team competed for the first time in the Chess Competition. I am elated to report that we placed fifth. Our students competed fiercely under the direction of Mr. Alvaro Picado, P.E. teacher, Chess and Debate Coach. Kudos to the team!

Our PTO scheduled a Family Night at Pizza Carousel. It was a very successful event. The Ram community and staff enjoyed delicious foods, while supporting another Coral Springs business partner. We have many more events and activities coming soon. We can’t wait to share them with you. Ramblewood Elementary is located at 8950 Shadowwood Blvd in Coral Springs. Their principal is Dacyany Ibarrondo. They can be reached at (754) 322-8150.

P ark Springs Elementary welcomes 2023 with a spotlight on our Clubs!

Congratulations to our Debate Team! Two students received medals in the December competition! The team competes again in February. Would you like to be a competition judge? Please contact PSE for details!

The Student Council welcomes local veterans to Park Springs in February for our annual recognition breakfast and presentation, “PSE Loves Our Veterans.” The club is also beginning a “Clean Schools Start with Me” program!

Mark your calendar for upcoming dates! Kona Ice meets us at the park to celebrate Report Card Days in both February and April! PSE returns to Urban Air for a family night on Thursday, March 2nd. Join our school community to raise funds for the Park Springs PTO! Check out everything Park Springs has to offer your child at Kindergarten Round-Up on April 17th! Tour the school, learn about special programs, and meet the administration. Find the details and more news on the PTO Facebook page @ parkspringselemPTO.

Learn more about Park Springs Elementary on the school website at parksprings.browardschools.com and follow us on Twitter @ psepanther! Park Springs Elementary is located at 5800 NW 66 Terrace in Coral Springs. Their principal is Denise Hanson. They can be reached at (754) 322-7750.

Academic Enrichment

THE CODER SCHOOL

Coding and Robotics program for kids Ages 5-18. Game development, website building, robotics, AI and everything technology with a concentration on building logic, math and problem solving. The Coder School combines a super-small teaching ratio with an individualized immersion style to get your kids learning to code in no time! We don’t believe in kids being taught by software, and we don’t like one-sizefits-all curriculum. Instead, we focus on a mentor relationship with experienced coders, Code Coaches who can guide our students through their amazing technical journey. Find out more today! Located in Coral Springs! (954) 281-5588. coralsprings.thecoderschool.com. Parents Night Out, Camps and Birthday Parties available!

Academic Testing

DR. DAVID YUDELL & ASSOCIATES, LICENSED CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY

Our private practice office is available for confidential and professional help. All individual, couples, families and/or groups are welcome. We specialize in children, adults and families, offering educational testing as well as therapeutic services. Services include educational testing such as GIFTED PLACEMENT, ADD & ADHD, ACT & SAT accommodations, academic deficits, learning disabilities and behavioral problems. We also offer help for those dealing with stress, grief & loss, anxiety, sleep disorders, OCD, substance abuse, fears & phobias or depression. Please call our office to discuss your needs. We are conveniently located in Coral Springs, and Plantation. (954) 288-9393. www.DrYudell.com.

Broward County Public Schools

BROWARD COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS MAGNET PROGRAMS

Broward County Public Schools provides a vast selection of unique educational opportunities through magnet programs. Students in elementary, middle, and high school may discover an enriching program that sparks their interests, talents or academic pursuits. Each thematic program offers rigorous courses and real-world experiences that prepares students for college and careers. Visit browardschools.com/schoolchoice.

Private Schools

NORTH BROWARD PREPARATORY SCHOOL

North Broward Preparatory School is an extraordinary community of learners and has been educating, empowering, and inspiring day and residential students since 1957. We think beyond a traditional education to transform learning by fully integrating technology and providing unique learning experiences outside the classroom. Our rigorous curriculum is enhanced through collaborations with The Juilliard School, MIT, and UNICEF giving our students the opportunity to explore and discover new interests. With residential students from over 25 countries, our students are immersed in a multi-cultural community and become global citizens with a worldview and the confidence to influence beyond borders. Contact us today to experience our community. 7600 Lyons Road, Coconut Creek 33073. www.nbps.org/visit.

Reading Programs

PARKLAND LIBRARY READING BUDDIES (K–5TH GRADE)

Sessions held on Mondays from 3:30pm to 4:30pm. Would your child benefit from a Reading Buddy? When younger students read with older students, literacy skills are developed in an enjoyable manner. The Parkland Juniorettes are high school girls dedicated to making a difference. This group has partnered with the Parkland Library to help younger students with reading. Building partnerships between our high-achieving high school students and elementary-age children is an excellent way to reinforce lifelong reading success. (Note: On the Mondays that school is closed Reading Buddies will not meet.) Registration is not required; just meet at the desk in the center of the library. Visit www.cityofparkland.org/library or call (954) 757-4207.

PARKLAND LIBRARY STORYTIME CLASSES

Please visit www.cityofparkland.org/library for story time class schedules and registration dates. Your Parkland Library card is required in order to register. Registration is limited to one class per child.

• BOOKS AND BABIES: (9–23 months with adult). This is an early literacy class that creates sound and print awareness and their relationship through the use of toys, puzzles and books.

• TODDLER TALES STORYTIME: (24 months–3 ½ yrs, child must be accompanied by an adult). This early literacy class establishes the relationship between letters and sounds, sign identification, and provides early phonemic awareness. This is accomplished through stories, music, rhymes, and games.

• PRESCHOOL STORYTIME: (3–5-years old unaccompanied by adult). In this class, preschool age children will enhance phonemics, direction, verbal and written cues, motor skills and literacy links through stories, songs, finger plays, flannel boards and crafts. New themes are presented each week.

• ROOKIE READERS: (Kindergarten–2nd Grade). This class combines stories, poems and crafts to make a fun library experience. It encourages entertaining, independent reading.