44 MAY 2025 Scouting ranks, earning at least 21 merit badges (14 Eagle required), and holding leadership positions with increasing responsibility. The Eagle Service Project and Board of Review are typically the last two steps. The review gives participants the chance to share their progress and understanding of Scouting ideals. This involves a rank application, letters of recommendation, and a project notebook. For Zack, being an Eagle Scout means achievement and something he will hold for the rest of his life. It’s an accomplishment his family is very proud of. By Mark Hays The 35th annual Copperstate 1000 brought more than just horsepower to Tempe Diablo Stadium this April – it also became a canvas for artistic talent during the debut of Artists on the Field. This competition, presented in conjunction with the Men’s Arts Council’s (MAC) iconic car show, challenged students to paint one of the classic automobiles on display. Recognized as one of North America’s premier vintage car rallies, the Copperstate 1000 showcases a collection of sports, racing, and grand touring cars manufactured before the 1974 model year. With 80 classic vehicles featured, the event offered a blend of mechanical and artistic inspiration. The Artists on the Field competition was initiated by MAC Board Member Scott McPherson and fellow member Eric Greenbank, who were inspired by the Olympic art competitions of the early 20th century. Twelve students from three Phoenix high schools participated: five each from North High School and Camelback High School, and two from Carl Hayden Community High School. Armed with brushes, pencils, and a passion for creativity, each student selected a car to interpret through their chosen medium. Camelback senior Yael Robles earned first place for a painting of a 1953 Studebaker Commander. North High’s Ixchel Phillips took second with a piece capturing a 1934 Aston Martin. Third- place honors were shared among Miah Castaneda, Jaelyn Gorskie, Joselyn Isaac and Lesley Silvar. “They shared their perspectives on how art influences their life and is impacting their goals for the future,” Greenbank said. For the students, the event offered a transformative experience. “I’ve never been much of a car person, but I think I turned into one when I stepped onto the field,” said Jaelyn. “I knew exactly what car I wanted to paint from the second I saw it, and painting it was such a cool experience. It was amazing to have the opportunity!” “Participating was a truly memorable experience,” Miah said. “Painting the car allowed me to honor its design and history in a meaningful way.” Winners received prize money and passes to the Phoenix Art Museum. Judging was conducted by members of the Men’s Arts Council, a nonprofit that has supported the Phoenix Art Museum since 1967 through volunteer work and events like the Copperstate 1000. The art competition unfolded during the rally’s send-off celebration in Tempe, where the public gathered to check out the vintage cars before they embarked on their scenic drive across Arizona. With the success of this year’s event, Artists on the Field may become a lasting tradition – blending the artistry of the past with the imagination of the future. “Participating in the event was very enjoyable. It felt great to be surrounded by other artists and be able to share this experience with them,” Joselyn said. “This gave me the opportunity to test my artistic skills against the natural elements and although it was a challenge it was very fun. I think this event is incredible for young artists. If I have the opportunity to do this again I will!” mensartscouncil.com Inaugural Copperstate 1000 art competition a success Yael Robles (center) took first; Lesley Silvar (right) and Jaelyn Gorskie tied for third. PHOTO COURTESY OF LINDSAY HANSEN Scout gives back to Sisters of Mercy for Eagle Project Zack Cheke with the Sisters of Mercy at the Gift of Mary Shelter. PHOTO COURTESY OF ROSE CHEKE By Rachael Bouley Eagle Scout is the highest rank in Scouting, and to achieve it, teens must complete a community service project. For Arcadia High junior and Troop 147 Scout Zack Cheke, it was a no-brainer to give back to the Gift of Mary Shelter, where his family has previously volunteered for many years. “We’ve served meals there and done other projects, so the shelter seemed like an obvious beneficiary for my Eagle project,” Zack said. A Scout since first grade, Zack has witnessed firsthand the power of helping others. For his project, he was in charge of planning, organizing, and leading the initiative. He wanted to help the Sisters of Mercy nuns who run the shelter after he learned their gardens were unproductive. “I wanted to provide them good soil and irrigation to improve their yield,” Zack said. “We cleaned up the property and made improvements, including adding shade sails and laying down weed barrier and wood chips in barren areas.” The project took about two months of planning, and Zack and his volunteer crew completed it over three days. Zack has a side hustle doing similar projects for friends and neighbors, so he was able to use his garden and building skills. “The Sisters said they were very grateful for the improvements we made,” Zack said. “I’m most proud that they and shelter residents will be able to have more fruitful gardens.” Now that he’s completed his Eagle Scout project, he needs to complete two more merit badges and sit for a board of review. Then, the highest honor will officially be his, a testament to his character that may help him chase future goals with school, work, or leadership positions. Becoming an Eagle Scout involves climbing seven “It was great to see Zack recruit fellow scouts, friends and family to participate,” mom, Rose, said. “Scouting prepares youth to become people that make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of Scout Oath and Law. Part of that oath is to help others at all times, while Scout Law lists attributes like being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, courteous, kind, and brave. Zack joins two of his brothers in achieving Eagle Scout, a rank only four percent have earned since the program’s inception in 1911. nesa.org

45 MAY 2025 Our May 1995 cover featured Lisa and Kaleigh Boyle posing for the requisite Mother’s Day photo. Thirty years later, both of them are still in the neighborhood and Kaleigh is a mom herself. Here’s what they’ve been up to: Kaleigh attended ASU and worked as a marketing coordinator on a commercial real estate team before leaving the industry to be a full time stay at home mom. She’s been married to her husband Patrick for five years. They have a daughter named Tatum and a son named Harley. Some of her hobbies include spending time with family, working out, happy hour and date nights, and traveling to Flagstaff and San Diego. Lisa and Paul Boyle have four grown children and celebrated their 42nd anniversary this year. She is a branch manager at Fidelity National Title and has proudly taken the role of being a grandma as she has three grandbabies – with one more on the way. “Ever since becoming a mom, I have a whole new appreciation and respect for mothers,” Kaleigh said. “I am so grateful to experience motherhood alongside my mom who can share her experiences with me. Happy Mother’s Day!” Lisa and Kaleigh Boyle  ARCADIANEWSARCHIVES.COM T here’s a theme that surprises me every time I see it. When a person changes jobs, their old manager often decides to excommunicate them. Given how common it is to have more than one career, this adds up to a lot of professional hate. Why are we treating job changes as a breakup? Earlier in my career, an employee came to me and presented a case to give them a promotion and a raise. They weren’t wrong. They were doing a great job and deserved more money. I was honest with the person that a raise wasn’t in the cards right now. I shared that if they need to make more, I would support them in a job search. I would be a reference. I committed to not holding a grudge. Although the person was disappointed, they were also relieved. They were allowed to pursue their own needs without the fear of rejection or retaliation. When employees seek new employment, there are a number of other reasons why they may want to leave a job. I once left one job to go back to graduate school and left another because a promotion became available at a new company, and there was no opportunity to grow at the old one. I once left a job when the company decided to transition from a for-profit to a nonprofit. There are many reasons people leave that have nothing to do with the manager. But, somehow, many managers take it as an insult when an employee leaves. I’ve observed them share terrible, sometimes untrue, stories about once beloved employees. I’ve seen them try to stop an employee who has left from getting another job. When their feelings are hurt, it seems some managers will stop at nothing to get revenge. It’s unfortunate. In life, you never know who may be the more senior person later. You never know when you may end up working together again or when you might need a reference from that person. I know it hurts when someone leaves. You depended on them, and they’re leaving a gap. You have to tell your boss that someone quit. You have to help do their work until you find someone new, if you are able to backfill their role. It feels bad but it’s not always personal. If you are the manager, be the bigger person. Congratulate them. Take them to lunch to celebrate. Say the same kind words after they have left that you would have shared prior to them leaving. Starting a new chapter in their life doesn’t negate all of the great work they have done for you in the past. And, who knows, you may want to work together again in the future. This is not a breakup Career Corner Career expert and founder of Copeland Coaching. copelandcoaching.com BY ANGELA COPELAND 30 YEARS AGO