8 JUNE 2017 Arc A d A News By Michelle Donati-Grayman Summer is almost here, and as the leader in roadside assistance, AAA will be there to help those forced to make a pit stop before they make it to their destination. The auto club expects to rescue seven million American drivers nationwide this summer (June 21-Sept. 23). In Arizona, AAA expects to answer 169,000 calls for roadside assistance, including jumpstarting more than 57,000 car batteries, changing more than 21,000 tires and unlocking more than 16,000 vehicles. If you’re unprepared for roadside emergencies, you aren’t alone. AAA discovered recently that two-thirds of American drivers have never had their car battery tested proactively, one in five do not know how to change a tire and four in 10 do not carry an emergency kit in their vehicle. To help drivers stay safe on the road this summer, the auto club offers the following roadside wisdom: • Schedule a checkup. Take your vehicle to a trusted repair facility to perform any needed maintenance before heading out. Oil changes, fluid level checks, battery tests and tire inspections go a long way toward reducing the chances of a breakdown. • Follow road rules. Roadside assistance drivers encounter close calls regularly due to drivers not adhering to the state’s Move Over law. Arizona’s Move Over law requires motorists to move over or slow down for any vehicle, including stranded motorists and roadside workers, displaying flashing lights alongside a freeway or highway. • Keep tools handy. Always keep an emergency kit and original tools, such as the key to a wheel lock, in your vehicle. A well- stocked emergency kit includes a cell phone and car charger, a flashlight with extra batteries, a first-aid kit, a basic toolkit, windshield washer fluid, jumper cables, emergency flares and enough drinking water and food for everyone in your traveling party. • Have a breakdown plan. If faced with a vehicle emergency, safely steer your car off the roadway. Turn on the emergency flashers to alert other drivers. Once in a safe location, request help from a road service provider. Under most circumstances, it is safest to remain buckled in your vehicle until help arrives. • Know your location. When you experience a breakdown, the more details you know the better. Landmarks, mile markers and other distinguishable surroundings can help drivers locate you sooner. AAA members can download the AAA Mobile app, which will send GPS coordinates directly to AAA in order to expedite roadside assistance. If you’re planning to travel by car this summer, take precautions to ensure you’re prepared for a safe road trip. After all, if you’ve ever been stranded on the side of the road, you know how stressful and dangerous it can be. Auto Alert: AAA to aid nearly 170,000 Arizonans this summer Congratulations to Troop 6’s newest Eagle Scouts Zachary Jackson and Chris Colton! The young men are the 199th and 200th scouts (respectively) who have earned the Eagle rank from Troop 6. Both received their award during the troop’s end-of-year ceremony at Prince of Peace Church on May 8, 2017. Troop 6 was formed in 1934 and is part of the Grand Canyon District of the Boy Scouts of America. It is based in Arcadia and is one of the most well-established and active Boy Scout Troops in Arizona. They meet regularly during the school year at Prince of Peace Church at 56th Street and Indian School Road. Troop 6 is led by Scoutmaster John Moody. For more information: jmoody@pcmlawaz.com. 199th & 200th Eagle Scouts from Troop 6 (Left to right): Dan, Cathy and Chris Colton, and Zachary, Heidi and Rob Jackson. One appointment. Expert doctors. Convenient services. 4350 E. Camelback Rd., Ste F100 Phoenix, AZ 85018 602.955.8700 • FPSAZ.com Because caring for your health has always been our passion, we’ve made the following services conveniently available in our office. • Excellent care for all ages • Same day appointments • On-site clinical laboratory and X-rays • Dermatology and Optometry services • Botox and Obagi skin care now available Celebrating 47 years of family care M-F 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday 7 a.m. to noon. Mark A. Wyse, M.D. Kate Montgomery, FNP Allan Goldman, D.O. IMG_0897.JPG IMG_0900.JPG IMG_0898.JPG IMG_0901.JPG IMG_0899.JPG IMG_0902.JPG Lanterman Photo 602.577.1640 David Anderson, O.D. Optometrist David Francyk, D.O. T.E. McCauley, M.D. Tyler Southwell , M.D. Andrew Racette, D.O. Certified Dermatologist Topher Bradshaw, PA-C Victoria Rhodes, P.A. Alisha Archibeck, D.O. Jennifer Francyk, PA-C Walter Koppenbrink, M.D. Charles Levison, M.D.

9 JUNE 2017 Arc A d A News Rhiannon Greder, Christ Lutheran School (January): “I am normally a major traveler, but this summer will be low-key. I’ll be spending some time in Rocky Point and California mostly hitting the beach and spending time with friends and family. In the past three years, I have spent summers in Rocky Point, Flagstaff, Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Puerto Vallarta, Wisconsin and Los Angeles.” Nicole Packer, Hopi Elementary (December): “I will be doing Early Entrance kindergarten testing for Scottsdale Unified School District two days a week during June and July. My family also rents a house every summer in La Jolla. We spend time there going to the beach, shopping, eating out and just enjoying each other’s company.” Kelli Louis, Biltmore Preparatory (October): “Every summer, I try to go on at least one trip to escape the heat and relax. This summer, I am going to visit friends in San Francisco and Washington D.C. I am also going on a family vacation to Santa Barbara at the end of summer. When I am in Phoenix, I work part-time at my mother’s restaurant, Jalapeno Inferno, to keep me busy.” 2016-17 Teachers We Love winners share summer plans Richard Fairchild, Arcadia High School (November) : “I’m taking this summer off to travel with my family, and we will be traveling to Alaska. This upcoming summer trip is my first major trip in a long time. When I get back, I will also be preparing for this upcoming school year.” Tom George, Ingleside Middle School (February): “I will be spending a week on Catalina Island at a Boy Scout Camp, going to Disneyland, camping with my boys, and whatever cool science training I can find! In the past, I have attended such things as a sustainability teacher training through ASU’s Sustainability College and AZ DPS’ Terrorism Liaison Officer Course.” Janet Fredrick, Hopi Elementary (May): This year, we are off to Texas to meet our newest granddaughter who will be making her entry into the world any day now! I plan to spend lots of time with our seven other grandchildren who live locally, catch up on some reading, and brushing up on my guitar and ukulele skills.” Lida Spero, Prince of Peace Preschool (June): “I’ll be spending some more time with my family. I’ll visit with my children and grandchildren and take some vacations. I’d like to reorganize my home too. And swim everyday.” Donna Hunt, Prince of Peace Preschool (June): “Lida and I will be working a summer camp at Prince of Peace in June. In July, my husband and I will be visiting Ohio to visit our newest grandchild!” p a i d a d v e r t i s e m e n t