3641 N. 56th Street, Phoenix • 480-945-9537 • poppreschool.com Northeast corner of 56th St. and Indian School Preschool Registration for Fall 2016 begins on February 1 for New Families Prince of Peace Preschool is ideally located in the heart of the Arcadia neighborhood. Established in 1967, we value our rich history and are honored to serve the families of the close-knit Arcadia community. We appreciate the generations of families that have passed through our school and we look forward to watching future generations grow and learn with us during their precious preschool years. We strive to provide every child with a great preschool experience that includes: Experienced and Loving Teachers Developmentally-Appropriate Toys and Activities Weekly Chapel and Afternoon Enrichment Classes Large Classrooms, Playgrounds and a Gymnasium For Children Ages 2-5 Hours: 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. We welcome you to our school and invite you to call us at 480-947-5645 to schedule a tour during January or February. Registration forms received in February have priority placement in our Fall 2016 Classes. Those received after February may go into a “Wait List” status. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to meeting your family! E A V T F E I T  C F R S  F O- --  G   A  O A O A  F A  C R C J  V J  6310 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 (SW corner of Scottsdale & Lincoln) 480.368.5720 www.scottsdalemarketplace.com Mon. - Sat. 10am - 6pm Sun. Noon - 5pm One Stop Shopping for All Your Needs Happy New Year from Cookie, PR Director Kitchens F Baths F Complete Renovations Additions F New Construction Remodeling, Design, Custom Build Formerly of Tuscany Homes Building trust for over two decades Licensed - Bonded - Insured #275158 #275159 602-292-4866 www.ToddLuckeyConstruction.com 6520 N. 7th St. #250 | Phoenix AZ, 85014 Page 8 January 2016 Last January, Arizonans were put on alert, after a measles outbreak began in Southern California. More than 1,000 people in Arizona were exposed and the outbreak infected at least 140 people across the country. The problem is, measles can lay dormant for up to 10 days before showing signs like a rash, fever, runny nose and cough. It can also be deadly to children 2 and younger who contract the disease. Since then, it’s been more important than ever to educate the community about the importance of vaccinations. “I highly recommend reviewing your family’s vaccination cards at the beginning of each year,” said Gautam Aggarwal, M.D., a physician with HonorHealth Medical Group. “Vaccinations are one of the greatest advances of modern medicine, preventing millions of deaths.” The measles, mumps and rubella (MMR) vaccine should be administered in two doses between 12 and 15 months of age. Adults should wait 28 days in-between doses. Here are a few other essential vaccines to consider for the new year: Hepatitis A Doses: Two, between 12 and 23 months and then 6 to 18 months later. Hepatitis B Doses: Three, at birth, between 1 and 2 months and then between 6 and 18 months. Influenza Doses: Annually, for babies ages 6 months and older. Polio (IPV) Doses: Four, at 2 months, 4 months, between 6 and 18 months and between 4 and 6 years. Pneumonia Doses: One at age 65 or older. For those who smoke or have asthma, the vaccine can be given as young as 19. Rotavirus (RV) Doses: Two or three, depending on which vaccine is used. Rotarix is given at 2 months and 4 months; RotaTeq is given at 2 months, 4 months and 6 months. Tetanus, diphtheria, pertussis (Tdap) Doses: One at age 11 or 12, then a Td (tetanus, diphtheria) booster every 10 years. Chicken pox (Varicella) Doses: Two, between 12 and 15 months and then between 4 and 6 years. Shingles (Zoster) Doses: One at age 60 or older. — This data provided by HonorHealth Medical Group. For more info visit honorhealth.com. Vaccination updates for 2016 HEALTHY TIDBITS

Internal Medicine of Arizona welcomes Dr. Laura K. O’Malley to our practice. Dr. O’Malley joins:  Wayne E. Kuhl, MD  Jeffrey A. Nebelsieck, MD  Gregory J. Johns, MD  Tamara H. Lieberman, MD  Rebecca Rowen, PA-C INTRODUCING LAURA K. O’MALLEY, MD 3133 E Camelback Rd, Suite 105 | Phoenix, AZ 85016 | 602-522-1900 REAL ESTATE CORNER Tucker Blalock YOUR ARCADIA AND BILTMORE REAL ESTATE SPECIALIST Real Estate Is My Sport T oday’s real estate market is bigger and faster than ever before. Technology has given consumers access to housing information 24/7 which means that agents must be ready to perform at any hour. The competition is fierce and the stakes are much higher than a Win or Loss on the stat sheet. Real property is changing hands and hard-earned money is on the line. If I move too slow or I don’t execute my assignment properly, my clients may be at risk. Welcome to my sport...real estate. I call it a sport because selling real estate is not a leisurely business. This fast-paced, competitive game has turned me into a professional real estate “athlete.” I’m referring to the athletic traits (akin to business traits) that I must possess to be an asset to my clients. To perfect my play, I rigorously and relentlessly strive to hone my skills. Just like a professional athlete, I have trained thousands of hours for the mental and physical demands of this sport so that my clients can rely on me to get the job done regardless of the conditions. I hit the canal before the sun comes up and study market conditions like a quarterback studies his playbook. I’m continuously preparing myself and my clients for multiple situations so that when the action tips off, we are ready to execute our game plan as a team. As an agent, I should embody all of the traits that you would want in a starting quarterback or an elite point guard. Great agents are leaders that have the speed, hustle, court vision, and knowledge that you need to be competitive in today’s marketplace. They should move with purpose, be able to read the market, and put you in a position to make a highly informed (high-percentage) shot. These athletes should also have the intangibles that scouts would look for such as poise, confidence, and the clutch gene. When I’m evaluating agents, all of these athletic traits are non-negotiable. You may have the nicest, sweetest, most friendly agent in the world, but if they move like molasses and don’t hustle for your needs, then it’s time to find another agent. Hiring the right agent is similar to drafting the perfect fit for your team. You should be drafting for need and not just selecting the biggest player available. Each agent brings a different set of skills to the game and it is important to consider the specific talents of the individual you are hiring. Take me for example, am I the biggest player in town? No, but I bet I’m the fastest (most responsive) and most aggressive. If your team needs a high motor type of guy that brings everything on every play then I’m your guy. I like to do the little things that don’t always show up on the stat sheet, but make a difference in the outcome of the game. I don’t mind boxing out, diving for the loose ball, or taking a charge for my clients. It isn’t always as easy as shirts vs skins, but interviewing multiple agents before selecting your player is always the best option that you have. Losing is not an option. I have the skills, training, knowledge, and expertise to help YOU WIN at the most competitive game in town – Arcadia and Biltmore real estate. Tucker Blalock The Suits, Biltmore Lifestyles Real Estate 602-ARCADIA P A I D A D V E R T I S E M E N T Page 9 January 2016 By Mallory Gleich In the last few months, residents of Arcadia have noticed something different in the Arizona skies. Very large and very loud helicopters have been flying in the surrounding areas, but no one seemed to know why. Now, we have an answer. According to a press release from the Phoenix Police Department, the United States Special Operations Forces are using Arizona and the neighboring states for urban training exercises. These exercises will help soldiers in preparedness training, to get them ready for missions that might occur in urban areas like the city and surrounding towns. The 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment was originally called Task Force 160 and then transformed into the Aviation Battalion in 1981. They are comprised of a regiment headquarters, four battalions and a training company. The most recent battalion was added in 2006. The soldiers of the SOAR are known as night stalkers. The reason for this is because these soldiers established the Army’s special techniques for flying at night. They became so successful in nighttime combat and their “capability to strike undetected during the hours of darkness” that they earned themselves a nickname. Each section of the SOAR has knowledge and experience in using light, medium and heavy helicopters. Each helicopter is designed and modified for specific missions. The press release states that “the sites have been carefully selected to minimize the impact on the daily routine of residents and visitors. Each training site will be secured to ensure the safety of the general public and the participants.” Eric Tope, who is not a part of SOAR but was in the Army under artillery and infantry, said that the reason no one knows much about the training is because it is part of the Special Operations Unit. What this means is that information is undisclosed so as not to interrupt the night stalkers training. The official Army website states that the exercise is called Jade Helm 15. The exercise took place in Arizona, Texas, New Mex ic o, Ut a h , Mississippi, Louisiana and Florida. Because of the different landscapes of these states, it will help the night stalkers plan for any kind of mission. The press release states that the public should not expect anything different from their daily routine. If the public learns of the training locations, the Phoenix PD asks that they stay clear of the area while the training is being conducted. Special Ops use the Valley for urban training exercises Each training site will be secured to ensure the safety of the general public and the participants.” ‘‘