Page 46 July 2011 “The hard part is people like feathers and fur, not necessarily claws and fangs,” Johnson said. “The idea is to create awareness about reptiles, and change the minds of people that view them as a threat.” The Phoenix Herpetological Society holds guided tours by appointment. The group also showcases animals at schools and various special events. In addition, the society is building a new conservation-learning facility. When built, people with disabilities and special needs will have the opportunity to get close to some of the reptiles, Johnson said. Continued on page 47 Reptiles Continued from page 23 The many animals at the Phoenix Herpetological Society include four crocodiles. Little bit of home sent overseas By Christina Bravo The Phoenix Zoo and Packages From Home have partnered this summer to send some love from home to troops overseas. Packages From Home is a non-pro fi t organization that collects food, hygiene and recreational products to send to servicemen. This summer, the Zoo is offering an incentive to guests who visit the zoo and bring items to donate. Betsy Seibert, the zoo’s director of special events, said that teaming up with Packages From Home was a fi t. Continued on page 48 Religious Instruction • Strong Academics • Religious Instruction • Strong Academics • Cutting Edge Technology Cutting Edge Technology Leadership Programs • PE and Interscholastic Sports • Instrumental and Vocal Music Leadership Programs • PE and Interscholastic Sports • Instrumental and Vocal Music “Arts Attack” Program • School Nurse • Bus Transportation Available “Arts Attack” Program • School Nurse • Bus Transportation Available Adding Spanish for the 2011-2012 School Year Check out our Summer Camps for kids of all ages 3901 East Indian School Road • 602-957-7010 • www.clsphx.org CHRIST LUTHERAN SCHOOL Christian Values. Quality Education. Preschool through Grade 8 www.ontracktutoring.com/ ARCADIA (480) 563-5588 call today! FRQÀGHQFH . 6XFFHVV EHJLQVZLWK Supporting students of all abilities since 1989, On-Track helps EXLOGFRQÀGHQFHDQGVXFFHVV through tutoring, edu- cational consulting, 7KH :ULWLQJ,QVWLWXWH TM , Strategic Connections TM Executive Function (AD/HD) Skills Training, SAT/ACT and other test prep, an LQWHQVLYHGD\ VFKRROSURJUDP , and VXPPHUSURJUDPV . 2QHRQ2QH 6PDOO*URXSV (3:1) $W+RPHRU2Q6LWH $OO$JHV $ELOLWLHV <HDU5RXQG Since 1972 ARCADIA MONTESSORI SCHOOL 5115 E. Virginia, Phoenix | 602-840-2342 Our goal is to nurture a child’s love of learning and sense of social and personal responbility using the child-centered Montessori philosophy and curriculum to develop the intellectual, compassion, physical, artistic, and academic excellence inherent in each child. Sin Openings for our new Infant Program Ages 12-18 months
Page 47 July 2011 The facility, which is being renovated from an old of fi ce, will cost approximately $175,000 to complete, and will include ramps for the handicapped and a state- of-the-art viewing window so people will have a chance to see behind-the-scenes care for animals, Johnson said. The facility is expected to be open by fall. Society staff and volunteers also work with autistic and other special needs children. The children get to see fi rsthand the amount of work it takes to care for the reptiles, and are even given the opportunity to care for them by cleaning their enclosures. “When you see a child smiling, after getting that sense of accomplishment for helping an animal it is worth a million bucks,” Johnson said. Volunteers, such as Eagle Scouts, help keep the place humming, Johnson said. Wendy Cassidy, has been volunteering for fi ve years and said, “Seeing an animal come in sick, and getting better is the most rewarding part of helping out.” “It’s nice to see the system as a success,” she said. For more information on tours, activities or to book summer-camp programs contact the Phoenix Herpetological Society in north Scottsdale by calling 602-550-1090 or going to www.phoenixherp.com. Reptiles Continued from page 46 /UI4U 4DPUUTEBMFt tOFXXBZBDBEFNZPS g Is Your Child Struggling In School? New Way Academy is a K-12, accredited independent day school specializing in educating students with dyslexia, ADHD, and other language-based learning differences. Schedule a tour today! Call 480-946-9112 or visit us online at www.newwayacademy.org . Phoenix Country Day School &4UBOGPSE%St1BSBEJTF7BMMFZttXXXQDETPSH 1SF,UISPVHI (SBEF CELEBRATING 50 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE A complete, elementary education for Kindergarten through Grade 8 Consistently high nationalized test scores Faith-based programs including Community Service activities A comprehensive curriculum made up of core subjects as well as Religion, Music, Art, Computer (K-8) and Spanish (K-8) Extracurricular activities including band, choir, student council, after- school sports, scouts and chess Teachers and staff accept the challenge of meeting students’ needs academically, emotionally and spiritually Smaller class sizes: one goal of OLPH School is to set the maximum class size below the guidelines established by the Diocese of Phoenix Daily prayer and school Masses throughout the year with special celebrations on Holy Days such as the Children’s Nativity Mass on Christmas Eve A strong sense of community among school families Excellence in Education for Over 50 Years Creating Life-Long Learners & Active Faith-Filled Christians OLPH is accepting applications for the 2011-2012 school year, grades K-8 . Our new Parish Life Center and school gymnasium are complete! Call us today and schedule a tour of our beautiful campus. Our Lady o Perpetual Help Catholic School Come see what's NEW at OLPH! 3801 N. Miller Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480.874.3720 olphaz.com/school