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The Official Magazine of the Val Vista Lakes Community
Seeking Volunteer Candidates
for the Master Architectural Committee
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VVL Elementary News
July/August 2015
5 Reasons to be Concerned About Retirement
A large percentage of Americans are concerned about their
retirement, and with good reason. With ongoing medical
breakthroughs and longer life expectancies, Americans are
increasingly worried about outliving their retirement savings.
Most people also understand that Social Security alone will
only provide a meager existence in retirement (if the system
is still there at all) and they will need a substantial amount of
supplemental savings to ensure that they will be well provided
for.
Although there is widespread concern about retirement, the
majority of Americans are not taking the steps necessary to put
their financial house in order before entering their golden years.
Here are 5 reasons many Americans are not prepared for
retirement:
1. Lack of Savings: While the majority of Americans have
something saved in a retirement plan, most have less than
$25,000 put away. This is not nearly enough to take into
retirement. At a minimum, you should plan to have 6 figures
saved, and to ensure a “comfortable” retirement; it is best
to shoot for seven figures. Another problem in the area of
savings is the lack of an emergency fund. Most Americans
have less than $2000 put away in liquid cash for emergencies.
This again is not sufficient to account for unexpected
emergencies during your working years or during retirement.
No matter your age or how much you currently have set
aside, it is never too late to start a consistent savings plan.
Even if you have to start small, at least you will be building
momentum, and you may also be surprised how quickly your
savings build up.
2. High Levels of Debt: Statistics show that the average
American household has a little over $7,000 in credit card
debt. Even more startling; the average credit card debt among
households with any credit card balance at all is over $15,000.
Our consumer-driven society that encourages spending rather
than saving is largely to blame for this problem. Americans
need to have a plan in place to eliminate their high interest
credit card debt before entering retirement. Otherwise, your
credit card payments will eat up a much larger portion of
your monthly income, putting much greater stress on your
retirement finances.
3. Rising Cost of Living: The cost of living for Americans has
risen considerably in recent decades. Unfortunately, Social
Security cost of living adjustments (COLA) do not reflect
this reality. The main reason is they no longer calculate the
costs of food and fuel when measuring inflation. This might
make government bureaucrats feel good about the “low”
inflation rate, but Americans feel the pinch every day at
the grocery store and gas pump. Another area where costs
are far outpacing inflation is healthcare, and this is sure to
affect virtually every senior. The worst part is no one can
predict the cost of living in the future. We do know that with
the federal debt at $18 trillion and climbing, there is a good
chance the U.S. dollar will buy far fewer goods and services
in the years to come.
4. Unrealistic Expectations: Many Americans justify
retirement planning procrastination by vowing to “live on
less” when they retire. But even if you need less money for
clothing and commuting costs, you may need more for health
care and other expenses. You may very well end up living
on less, but chances are it will be by necessity rather than by
choice.
5. Early Savings Withdrawals: There are Americans who
have saved substantial amounts in IRAs, 401Ks and other
retirement plans but have taken early withdrawals. Some
of the reasons include down payments on homes, paying
off debt, or just to get by in the event of a job loss or other
emergency. The problem with cashing out retirement plans
is twofold; not only do you spend money that should be
saved for your golden years, your withdrawal is also subject
to income tax and early withdrawal penalties (if taken
under age 55). Another problem with early withdrawals is
once you deliberately reduce the balance of your retirement
account, it has a psychological effect that tends to alter your
attitude and cause you to lose momentum toward achieving
your retirement goals. For these reasons, we strongly advise
avoiding early retirement plan withdrawals unless it is a
dire emergency. If at all possible, try to find another way to
take care of an unexpected expense. It may be painful in the
moment, but once you get through it, you will be thankful you
still have your retirement savings intact.
Every American worker has a unique retirement scenario, so it
is always best to speak with a local accounting firm about how
much money is required to save for retirement in conjunction
with IRA’s and 401K’s.
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Math Challenge
Your Hoa…
Events/Activities…
4 Manager’s Message
2015 Board Meeting Schedule
Home & Landscape…
6 Val Vista Lakes Master
Architectural Committee - VVLMAC
VVL Elementary News…
10 Girl Scouts Brownie Troop 2412
Learn to Save Water
16 Coming Events at VVL
11 Volunteers Needed for the
Vvl Helping Hands Corps
Mark Your Calendars!
Club News…
Get Involved at VVL Elementary
PTSO and Student Council Leadership
17 2015–2016 School Year Enrollment
Val Vista Lakes Sub-Association
Presidents & Management Contacts
14 Val Vista Lakes Clubs
18 Math Challenge
Nifty Fifties’ News
Economy in Action
Trash Pick Up Schedule
Tennis Club
Academic Night
Got Mail?
15 Women’s Club News
19 Invention Convention
7 Seeking Volunteer Candidates for the
Master Architectural Committee
Features…
8 News From the Compliance
Department
12 Classes & Activities
News From the Rose Garden
20 2015-2016 Suggested School Supply List
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Tavares have over 20 years of experience combined, each
training with Bikram Choudhury for 900+ hours. Designed
for beginners, the Bikram sequence is practiced in a
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breathing exercises address many common ailments of the
body, mind and spirit. Through consistency and patience,
students are experiencing the results they wanted and
some they didn’t expect. We welcome you to try a class with
us and experience a new way of life.
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Yoga in the Prevention and Treatment
of Hypertension
Dr. Stacey Hunter, the research director for Pure Action Inc, a non profit
dedicated to bringing the ancient benefits of yoga to mainstream medicine
through research, education, and community outreach has shared some
important information on what research says about yoga in the prevention
and treatment of hypertension.
High blood pressure or hypertension is defined as having a resting systolic
blood pressure at or above 140 mmHg or a diastolic blood pressure at or
above 90 mmHg. Slightly over half of the cases of hypertension in the US
are uncontrolled and many are often unaware when they have this insidious disease known as the “silent killer” due to its inconspicuous nature.
Hypertension can exist in the absence of signs and symptoms and can lead
to stroke, atrial fibrillation (a cardiac arrhythmia in which the upper chambers of the heart fail to contract intermittently), organ and blood vessel
damage and heart failure.
There is growing evidence of yoga’s effectiveness in improving blood pressure control in
both those with and without hypertension.
Vinyasa, Iyengar and Hatha yoga styles have
all been effective in improving blood pressure
with 8 to 12 weeks of practice according to
research. These benefits can, however, be experienced in shorter time frames as a study
done in Thailand demonstrated a blood pressure lowering effect with just
two weeks of practice in patients with hypertension.
In fact, a recent study showed that just one Bikram or hot yoga class
reduced blood pressures over the next 24 hours in adults with normal
and slightly elevated (pre-hypertensive)
blood pressure values.
Bikram Yoga East Valley’s own Mary Hendrix
has had her own experience with hypertension and
yoga.
My yoga journey began with me winning a yoga
bag filled with a towel, mat, and props from Whole
Foods. I had read a chapter about Bikram yoga
in a book. With the new yoga stuff, I tried my first
Bikram yoga class out of curiosity. After practicing
Bikram yoga consistently for a year, my first two
Mary Hendrix
degenerative diseases, stage II high blood pressure
and arthritic knee pain, were successfully defeated. At my last physical,
my blood pressure was normal and I never experience knee pain anymore. The Bikram yoga postures also normalized two abnormal levels
present in my blood work for fifteen years.
When I am not practicing Bikram yoga, I enjoy spending time with my animals: Wynston, the guinea pig; Baby Bleu, the parakeet; Benji, the cat;
and Cali, the basset hound. I am adventurous and enjoy traveling outside
of the country. I also like giving back to others by volunteering with domestic violence victims, the homeless, hospice patients, and in ministry.
Even though Bikram yoga is very challenging, I enjoy treating myself to
five classes weekly. Bikram yoga contributes to me enjoying good health.
It will definitely be a lifelong practice. It is important to focus on enjoying each class, having fun, and remembering yoga is a practice, not a
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Manager’s Message
Val Vista Lakes
Community Association
By Richard Andrews,
Community Manager
Summer is in full swing and lots
of residents are in the pool, in the
mountains or at the beach. Here in
the community changes have been
made in the parks. The play structures
in all of the playgrounds have a new
rubberized base.
This material is
helping to give the play grounds a new
look and provide a new level of safety
for the children playing on the slides,
using the play platforms or swinging
on the swings. Please thank the Board
for their continued investment in the
community.
Pickle ball is a hot topic at board
meetings and among our residents.
Pickle ball is one of the fastest growing
sports in the USA. It is played by all age
groups and a number of the residents
have requested the addition of pickle
ball courts in the community. We are
reaching out to all of the residents in Val
Vista Lakes and want to know of your
interest as well. Have you played pickle
ball? Are you interested in learning the
game? Do you know what pickle ball
is? Please search for Pickle Ball on the
web and give us some feedback. More
information will be coming regarding
ideas of where to locate courts, costs,
etc. Thank you in advance for your
input.
The Town of Gilbert continues to
replace the street lights and poles on the
public rights-of-way throughout the
community. This project began with
the installation of new concrete bases along
Lakeside Dr. The Town’s sub-contractor
is now working in neighborhoods as well
as along the collector roads in Val Vista
Lakes. Please do not move or play with
the plywood squares located next to a
light pole. It is marking the place that a
new light is being installed. They will be
setting new pole bases, new poles and new
light heads. There will be 400 to 500 lights
replaced.
The Board has approved a number of
projects that will be happening over the
next several months. The projects include:
1. The re-roofing of the Clubhouse,
scheduled to start in June; 2. The repair
and slurry sealing of the parking lot by
the boat ramp and pump station #1 (the
area east of Fry’s parking lot), the project
is complete; 3. The replacement of two
isolation valves in the master irrigation
system, the project is complete; 4. The
resurfacing of the areas under the park
playground, replacing the sand with a
rubber based safety surface, the project is
complete; 5. The repair of the decking
around the Jr. Olympic pool, the repairs
of the pool deck will begin in mid-July; 6.
The replacement of broken concrete at the
tennis courts; and 7. The replacement of
the boat dock at the Clubhouse, scheduled
for July.
Have a great summer and please, “Watch
your kids around water.”
“Keep your face to the sunshine and you cannot
see a shadow.” Helen Keller
Board Meeting Schedule
Administrative Offices
Office Hours:
Mon – Fri 8:30am to 5:30pm
Phone: 480.926.9694
Fax: 480.926.5730
Email:
[email protected]
Banquet Email:
[email protected]
Clubhouse
Clubhouse Hours:
Mon – Fri 6am to 10pm
Saturday 6am to 10pm
Sunday 7am to 9pm
Phone: 480.926.9693
Val Vista Lakes Staff
Community Manager
Richard Andrews
Clubhouse Recreation Manager
Michelle Haney
Banquet Manager
Janet Marhover
Banquet Assistant
Angie Edwardsen
Compliance Coordinator
Simone McGinnis
Administrative Assistant
Diane Douglass
Facilities Operations Manager
Dave Triana
2015
Board of Directors
President
Dustin Snow
Vice President
Sherl Plowman
Treasurer
Cheryl Peterson McCoy
All monthly meetings of the Board of Directors are held at the
Val Vista Lakes clubhouse.
Thursday
July 16
6:30pm
Thursday
August 20
6:30pm
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Home & Landscape…
Val Vista Lakes
Master Architectural
Committee VVLMAC
Rick Johnson
Ben Kalkman
Lia Lozic
Jim Speer
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The Val Vista Lakes Master Architectural Committee is
made up of residents appointed by the Board of Directors
that are specifically charged with the responsibility of
reviewing all architectural applications submitted by Val
Vista Lakes Members before any changes that affect the
exterior appearance of a property are made. The Val Vista
Lakes CC&R’s require all owners to obtain prior written
approval for any exterior alteration or addition to their
property.
The VVL MAC currently meets on the first Tuesday of each
month at 6pm at the VVL Clubhouse. Submittals are to be
received by the Administrative Offices one-week prior in
order to be placed on the agenda.
Val Vista Lakes Sub-Association
Presidents & Management Contacts
Beach Club Village
Judy Massier
President
Dave Heywood Heywood Realty
480.820.1519
Breckenridge Bay
Keith Faber
President Dean Northrop Brown Community Management
480.539.1396
Castaway Bay
Jeff Hirschl
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Enclave
Bill Brown
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Lakeside
Jim Speer
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Regatta
Bill Gregory
President
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Westlake Estates
Jim McGahey
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Voyager Cove
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To obtain information about the VVL MAC meeting
schedule, Architectural Submittal Forms, Approved Plant
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sends out periodic emails to inform the residents of
upcoming events, special announcements, and even pertinent
safety information? The email list is generated from the Val
Vista Lakes Community Association website. Please be sure
to go online and ensure that we have your email address so
that you don’t miss out!
Another great way to keep up on the happenings at
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Association is seeking volunteers
interested in serving on the Master
Architectural Committee (MAC).
There is an opening on the MAC
for a position to be filled in August.
Candidates are being accepted through
the end of July.
The VVL MAC is specifically charged
with the responsibility of reviewing
all architectural applications submitted
by Val Vista Lakes’ members before
building is initiated or before any
changes that affect the exterior
appearance of a property are made.
The MAC reviews and evaluates
homeowners’ applications on the
basis of their compliance with the
architectural guidelines of the
community. A majority vote of three
of the five MAC members is required
for an application to be approved.
It is not necessary to be expert in
construction, plan checking, Town of
Gilbert guidelines, etc. in order to be
a member of the MAC. However, a
MAC member will need to become
knowledgeable about the design
guidelines and principles for Val Vista
Lakes, as published in the governing
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Home & Landscape…
News From the
Compliance Department
By Lynn Twitchell
By Simone McGinnis
July & August--Summer Heat is Here
Annual Palm Tree Trimming
The roses in our Val Vista Lakes Garden won the admiration of
visitors as they strolled through this spring.
1. Palm trees require annual trimming. The Val Vista
Lakes Owners Association will require dead
fronds and seed pods be removed by the end of
August.
2. Never use equipment that will puncture or wound your
palms, such as tree climbing spurs. This will allow an
opening, which can compromise the infrastructure,
causing disease and possible destruction of the tree.
3.Over pruning, which creates the tapered “paintbrush”
look, exposes the core or tender crown to the elements
and harmful insects such as the giant palm borer.
4. Trim only the season’s dead fronds and pods. Do not
take off more than the palm can produce in a year. Palms
need all their healthy foliage for support and protection.
A good rule of thumb to follow is to trim fronds to the
horizontal (or 90 degree) point.
5. Fertilize palms with a slow release fertilizer containing
magnesium, potassium and manganese about four times a
year.
6. Queen Palms are difficult to maintain in the Valley.
Most suffer from “frizzle top,” a common condition
caused by the manganese deficiency in our alkaline soil.
They are often unattractive and in a state of decline.
News From the Rose Garden
“Playgirl” the floribunda
that rims the Pink Bed went
to the Glendale Rose Show
in April and won BEST of
HORTICULTURE. (See
photo).
Our florabundas produced a
magnificently colorful show.
“Brilliant Pink Iceberg” was
literally covered with sprays
that lasted weeks. The 3 plants
looked like one big cottoncandy ball.
Playgirl
The abundance of sprays on
“Burgundy Iceberg” (See
photo) was so bright it was
hard to describe. Burgundy
rims the west side of the Purple
Bed.
The floribunda plants
(rimming the Yellow Bed)
are bright and full of fluffy
sprays…”Julia Child” and
“Walking on Sunshine.”
Brilliant Pink Iceberg
If you have missed this
floribunda show, go by the
Garden today…there’s still
some left.
Enough:
Too Much:
Rose Care at Home:
• Check your irrigation
system to see that it works
Burgandy Iceberg
properly. In 100-degree
heat, roses need 4-5 gallons of water three to four times
weekly.
• Hose off your roses (give them an evening shower) at least
once a week in the 100-degree temperatures. Spritz them
hard under the leaves to wash off spider mites who like hot
dry weather. Mites will destroy a rose bush in a short time.
• Roses still need to be fed during the summer months, but
feed monthly with an organic fertilizer such as Milorganite,
at one cup per bush. Water before and after feeding.
• Deadheading is important, but cut below the bloom just a
short way.
Volunteers Needed to Deadhead
Rose bushes remain healthier if they are deadheaded regularly.
Volunteer “Deadheaders” are invited to come early mornings
on Wednesdays and Saturdays—7 a.m. We will supply some
clippers and gloves.
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Events/Activities…
Girl Scouts Brownie Troop 2412
Learn to Save Water
Arizonians get their water from the Salt River, Colorado
River, and other natural sources. We have to use our water
wisely because it is limited. Arizona is currently going
through a drought. A drought is when you have limited
water. Arizona has now been in a drought for fourteen years.
The town of Gilbert water program is helping citizens save
water by giving them useful tips on water conservation.
Hailey from the town of Gilbert water program came to
talk to our Brownie Troop. She taught us how to save water
inside and outside the house.
One way to save water in a home is by checking for leaks.
The most common leak is the toilet tank. You can perform
a toilet dye test to make sure your tank is not leaking. You
can also check faucets, showerheads and bathtubs. A leaking
toilet can waste over 6,000 gallons of water a month. That is
72,000 gallons per year. A leaky shower head that drips one
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drip per second can waste more than 250 gallons a month or
3,000 gallons per year.
Outside watering wastes more water than inside uses. 70% of
our water usage is from outdoor usage. Hailey talked about
the long screwdriver test to know how much water to use for
different plants.
Here is an easy way to remember: the 1-2-3 rule on how to
water different plants:
• 1 foot groundcovers, cacti and annuals
• 2 feet: medium plants such as shrubs
• 3 feet: large plants such as trees
Grass should only be watered to a depth of 10 inches.
Call the Gilbert Water Program for your particular needs at
480-503-6098.
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE
VVL HELPING HANDS CORPS
Here at the Val Vista Lakes Community Association we
are always trying to find new ways to assist our residents
and help our community thrive. We occasionally receive
requests from residents (often Seniors) who are in need of
help with minor repairs and work around their homes. Help
needed could be in the form of placing bulk trash items out
for pick up, raking up leaf litter, straightening a mailbox
post, etc. Typically it comes to our attention as a result of a
Notice from the Compliance Department being sent to the
resident. The resident will call in and describe a hardship
situation which prevents them from being able to take care
of the issue. We value all of our residents. By coming to
someone’s aide, we can help them through a difficult time
and keep the neighborhood looking fabulous. It is a winwin for everyone.
We are working to put together a list of “on-call
volunteers” that we can reach out to when a resident needs
assistance. When we receive the request, we will send an
email out and try to fill the request.
Gilbert Fire & Rescue
is sponsoring our
Annual Back to School
Supply Drive
Benefitting Gilbert Elementary Schools
July 1-28
Classroom Needs:
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Tissues
#2 Pencils
Rulers
Glue Sticks
Colored Markers
Pens (Black, Blue,
Red)
 Lunch bags
 Water Color Paints
 Back Packs
 Dry Erase Markers
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Hand Sanitizer
Pencil Sharpeners
Construction Paper
Liquid School Glue
Colored Pencils
Spiral Bound
Notebooks (wide &
college ruled)
 5 Subject dividers
 Colored Folders
with pockets on the
inside
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Clorox Wipes
Pink Erasers
Blunt Tip Scissors
Crayons
3-Ring Binders
Loose Leaf Paper
(college ruled)
 Xerox paper
 Index Cards
 Water Bottles
(drinking)
If you are interested in joining this list, please let me know
by emailing: [email protected]. You can add
or remove your name from the list anytime, based on your
availability.
Thank you!
Simone McGinnis
Compliance Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
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Classes & Activities
YOUTH CLASSES
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Private swim lessons are currently available for pre-competitive to
competitive swimmers ages 5 years and older by a 4-year varsity
swimmer at the high school and collegiate level.
Scheduling done directly by the instructor, by appointment only.
Ages:
Location: Instructor: Fee:
5 years and older
VVL Clubhouse
Matt Rippentrop(515-321-4803)
$20 for 30 minute session
$30 for 45 minute session
ANARI MARTIAL ARTS
Complimenting our family classes, we offer age appropriate classes
for children and youth. Our Lil’ Dragons class is offered for children ages 3 to 7 years. Classes are structured around a weekly “life
lesson” theme including, “Fire & Home Safety”, “Animal Care”,
“Following Directions”, etc… Your children can earn patches for
their martial arts abilities as well as for mastering the weekly lessons.
For older children ages 7 to 12, we offer traditional classes with an
emphasis on belt rank requirements. These classes are designed
to ensure your child’s success both inside and outside of the karate
studio. A winning attitude and sense of self-worth is instilled in
every student. A balance of respect, positive attitude and behavior
allow every age student to accomplish more and progress further in
every area of their life.
Ages:3 – 7 years
Day/Time:Tuesday 5:30-6pm
Ages:7-12 years (with Sensei’s approval)
Day/Time:Tuesday/Thursday 6-6:30pm
Location:VVL Clubhouse
Instructor:Venita Knighton
Fee:
$42.50 per month
QUICKSTART TENNIS
QuickStart is a fun and exciting program designed for the young
player between 4-9 years old. This innovative USTA initiative,
uses a developmental progressive approach to equipping children to
play tennis quickly and appropriately utilizing modified racquets,
lower pressure balls, smaller courts (36’ x 18’, 60’ x 21’ & full sized
courts) and lower nets.
Ages: 4-10 years
Day/Time:M/W/F 4:30-5:30pm &
T/TH 4-5pm & 6-7pm
Contact:Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851
[email protected]
or www.tennislessonsaz.com
Ryan Sawyer – 480-250-4615,
[email protected]
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Fee:
1 day/wk. (4 hrs/4 wks) - $54/4-wk session
2 days/wk. (8 hrs/4 wks) - $108/4-wk session
3 days/wk. (12 hrs/4 wks) - $162/4-wk session
JUNIOR MUNCHKIN TENNIS
The Junior Munchkin Program is an exciting and innovative program geared for the young player between 4-10 years olds. PTM
adopts a progressive method that equips the young player to play
tennis quickly and with appropriate technique while using modified
racquets, lower pressure balls, and smaller courts. This approach
borrows from and is in line with many initiatives including ITF Play
and Stay, USTA QuickStart and LTA Mini Tennis.
Ages: 4-10 years
Day/Time:M-F 6-7:30pm (year-round) &
M-F 8-9:30am (summer)
Contact:Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851,
[email protected] or
www.tennislessonsaz.com
Fees:
1 day/wk. (6 hrs/month) - $54/4-wk session
2 days/wk. (12 hrs/month) - $108/4-wk session
3 days/wk. (18 hrs/month) - $162/4-wk session
JUNIOR CIRCUIT TENNIS
Juniors receive professional instruction on the fundamentals, scoring and tennis etiquette, basic strategies, mobility and footwork
drills, match play drills, tips on mental toughness and basic nutrition, and match play.
Ages: 10-18 years
Day/Time:M/W/F 6-7:30pm (year-round)
& M-F 8-9:30am
Contact:Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851,
[email protected] or
www.tennislessonsaz.com
Fee:
1 day per wk. (6 hrs/month) - $72/4-wk session
2 days per wk. (6 hrs/month) - $144/4-wk session
3 day per wk. (6 hrs/month) - $216/4-wk session
HIGH PERFORMANCE JUNIOR EXCELLENCE PROGRAM
A dynamic and innovative approach to playing designed to maximize court positioning and on-court performance. This specialized junior excellence program focuses on movement priorities and
visual clues, racquet skills, shot selection, singles and doubles tactics,
mobility and footwork drills, and competitive match play drills and
games. This program utilizes the latest in advanced techniques to
accelerate the growth and development of the junior player. Designed for competitive tournament players looking to take their games
to the next level! Players are selected for the program upon invitation
and individual try out basis only.
Ages: 10-18 years
Day/Time:M-F 8-9:30am (summer) &
M-F 6-7:30pm (year-round)
Register for any of the classes that Val Vista Lakes has to offer on-line. Pre-registration and payment in advance is required for all classes.
Unless specified, registration for all programs will be accepted through the first week of the program. Payments may be paid on-line with
your Visa\MasterCard or by dropping off a check at the clubhouse within 24 hours of registering for the class.
For the most up-to-date class listings, please visit the Val Vista Lakes’ website (www.valvistalakes.org).
Contact:Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851,
[email protected] or
www.tennislessonsaz.com
Fee:
1 day/wk. (6 hrs/month) - $82/4-wk session
2 days/wk. (12 hrs/month) - $164/4-wk session
3 days/ wk. (18 hrs/month) - $246/4-wk session
TEEN/ADULT CLASSES
ANARI MARTIAL ARTS
Okinawan Shuri-ryu Karate is taught with a very traditional approach. In much the same way that the martial arts were handed
down family to family, and generation to generation, we strive to
pass this art to your family. Our “family classes” promote training,
interaction and development of every member of the family that
is enrolled. From the very first class, our emphasis is on attitude,
respect, self-discipline, positive self-esteem, and self-defense. Your
entire family benefits.
A winning attitude and sense of self-worth is instilled in every
student. A balance of respect, positive attitude and behavior allow
every age of student to accomplish more and go further in every
area of their life.
Adult/Family class – Family oriented all age class. Emphasis will
be on rank requirements, kata/forms, and kumite/sparring.
Day/Time:Tuesday/Thursday 7-7:30pm
Location: VVL Clubhouse
Instructor: Venita & Mark Knighton
Fee:
$42.50 per month
BODY SCULPTING
Body Sculpting combines low impact cardio and muscle
training to tone, shape and strengthen your body.
Participants need to bring their own weights
and a mat.
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday 6:30-8pm
Saturday 9-10:30am
Instructor: Veronica Handorf,
AFAA certified
Fee: $36.50 per month
PERSONAL TRAINING
Let a personal trainer design an exercise program specifically for
you and your fitness goals. Scheduling is done directly through the
trainers.
By appointment only
Instructors: Jon Lempke (480) 388-6241
STRETCH THERAPY
1-on-1 (Pain-free) Assisted Stretching designed to improve athletic
performance while healing chronic soft tissue injuries. Stretch
Therapy will also reduce or eliminate tight muscles & stiff joints
and can help you overcome hip, back, should and neck pain. Stretch
your way into a pain-free life with better posture, alignment and
flexibility with a Flexibility Coach!
By appointment only
Instructor: Jon Lempke
Certified Flexibility Therapist
(480) 388-6241
ADULT BEGINNER TENNIS LESSONS
This exciting new beginner’s program is designed for the novice
player or those relatively new to the game. Each class focuses on the
fundamentals of sound stroke production including the forehand,
backhand, serve, volley and overhead. Players will also be introduced to basic singles and doubles tactics, court rule and etiquette,
and some specialty shots.
Day/Time:Monday 7:30-8:30pm or Tuesday 8-9am
Instructor: Michael Lowdermilk & PTM Staff
Fee:
$90 per 6-week session
ADVANCED BEGINNER TENNIS LESSONS
This program is geared for players who have a good understanding of the basics yet still need to refine their strokes, and establish
better control and consistency. Classes will work on mastering the
essential strokes such as the forehand, backhand, serve, volley and
overhead. Footwork and mobility drills will also be introduced
to promote enhanced balance and agility. Players will also be introduced to essential strategies in singles and doubles, court rules and
etiquette, specialty shots and match play drills.
Day/Time:Wednesday or Friday 7:30-8:30pm
or Thursday 8-9am
Contact: Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851,
[email protected] or
www.tennislessonsaz.com
Fee:
$78 per session
(Four 1-hour classes per four (4)
week session)
ADULT MATCH PLAY DRILL TENNIS CLINICS
This coed match play drill clinic is offered each week year round
and is designed for players with NTRP ratings of 3.0-4.0+. Players
are grouped according to skill level to ensure greater compatibility
and competition. Each class includes realistic, intensive, match play
drill situations as well as round robin match play. Please contact
Michael Lowdermilk at least 24 hours in advance to reserve your
spot.
Day/Time:Wednesday 7:30-9pm
Contact: Michael Lowdermilk - 480-628-0851,
[email protected] or
www.tennislessonsaz.com
Fee:
$17 per 1½ hour class
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Club News…
Val Vista Lakes Clubs
Val Vista Lakes has five different clubs that offer social events
and activities open to all residents, covering a variety of
interests and purposes. For information about a particular
club that interests you, please find the contact numbers listed
below.
Nifty Fifty’s
The Val Vista Lakes Nifty Fifties is a club organized for social,
educational, and charitable purposes. They are a very active
group involved in numerous activities ranging from sport outings, shopping, dining excursions, and trips to local museums
and places of interest. Their schedule would not be complete
without the monthly potluck dinner at the Clubhouse. For
more information about the Nifty Fifties and upcoming
events go www.ValVistaLakes.org under the Resource Center.
Nifty Fifties’ News
The Nifty Fifties is sponsoring a trip to The Pepper Mill Reno
(Hotel Casino) on July 8th. Cost is $159/person which includes
airfare and 3 nights stay. The Pepper Mill amenities may be
viewed online at peppermillreno.com. For information and
booking call Tammy @ 602-377-5006.
The potluck dinners have been cancelled for the
summer months and will resume September 28th in
the West Wing of the Val Vista Lakes Clubhouse at
6 P M.
The Lunch Bunch and the Dinners-Out are
continuing throughout the summer months. In
May they went out to The Cheesecake Factory for
dinner and the Red Lobster for lunch. In June they
enjoyed lunch at Hen House Café in Gilbert and
dinner at Nando’s Mexican Café.
Plan to join the groups in July going for lunch on
7/9/15 @ 11:30 AM at Piggly’s BBQ in the Mesa
Grand Shopping Center and dinner 7/15/15 @ 6
PM at the Seafood Market in Dana Park. In August
lunch will be at Black Bear Diner, 1809 E. Baseline in Gilbert on 8/6/15 @11:30 AM and dinner
8/12/15 @ 6 PM at Blue Lemon (old Bashas location) in Gilbert.
On September 10th @ 11:30 AM the Lunch Bunch
will go to Ruby Tuesday in San Tan Village, 2571
S. Market Street. Dinner-out in September will
be 9/16/15 @ Charleston’s Restaurant at 1623 S.
Stapley in Gilbert.
Continue to plan to contribute supplies and food for
the House of Refuge. Contact Flo for information
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Tennis Club
Submitted by Joe Brodsky
On May 05, 2015 the VVL Tennis Club hosted a social for
VVL residents and their guests. It was an exciting afternoon
of tennis, great food and a warm mix of tennis stories among
the residents and guests.
Special thanks to residents Jerry Sawyer, Mike Kruger, Mike
Lowdermilk and Randy Sawyer for helping out
We hope to have more social events like this in the future.
on pick up and deliveries during the summer months.
For information about the Nifty Fifties and how to join call
Tammy @602-377-5006 or Flo Davis @ 480- 664-6486.
Happy summer and holidays to all!
www.ValVistaLakes.org
Women’s Club News
By VVL Women’s Club
It’s “Summer Time” and the living is easy in Val Vista Lakes.
You might be enjoying the summer by playing some early
morning tennis, or beating the heat by floating around in
one of the beautiful swimming pools in our lovely community. Or you might be jaunting off to the mountains to linger
in the cool summer air at a higher altitude. Regardless of
how you do it, summer is time for fun and relaxation.
Our Val Vista Lakes
Women’s Club has been on
summer break also. After a
jam-packed year of volunteer
activities, the ladies of the
VVLWC have been taking
a break as they plan a great
list of fun things for the
upcoming year. So, whether
you are a current member
of VVLWC or just starting
to think about becoming
a member, please take the
time to consider checking out what the Women’s Club is all
about. Come to our “Get to Know Each Other” membership
meeting on Wednesday, August 12 as we regroup after our
two month summer break. As a member of the Women’s
Club, you can be as active as you want or as selective as you
want. You will meet the 2015-16 Board of Directors headed
up by Suzanne Newman and receive the schedule of activities for the year.
2015 VVL Women’s Club Board of Directors
President: Suzanne Newman
Vice President: Maggie Diamond
Secretary: Wendy Rhodes
Treasurer: Kelly Beaith
Membership: Julie Tate
Hospitality: Camille Williamson
Outreach: Avril Lunderstedt
Publicity: Sharon Maiden
Another date to add to your calendar is Wednesday, September 9. Beginning at 6:30 pm is the BIG “Welcome Back”
dinner held in the Ballroom for all Women’s Club members.
There’s great food, delightful entertainment, and a fun raffle
where you can win some awesome items. This meeting
always has a creative theme so stay tuned. The theme will
be unveiled in August when the tickets go on sale. This is a
night to put on a little extra sparkle and enjoy the evening
so be sure to snap up a ticket…you don’t want to miss this
event.
In addition to the fun and exciting monthly group meetings, there are a variety of monthly activities from which to
choose. Each of these activities is hosted by a VVL Women’s
Club member and is open to all members.
• Page Turners Book Club
• Stitch & Bitch (sewing, crocheting, knitting, quilting)
• Clever Crafters (the name speaks for itself!)
• Ladies Who Lunch (Yummy lunchtime fun)
• Chick Flick Night (usually with a snack/drink afterward)
If you don’t find one
of the above activities
to your liking, you
can talk to the Board
about starting a new
and different kind of
group. There’s plenty
of freedom to get
involved and show
your creativity with
the Women’s Club.
As an example,
the May meeting
was a Mad Hatters
Tea Party. Members teamed up to
decorate six different
tables with eclectic
tea cups, placemats,
and elaborate center
pieces. There were
crazy Mad Hatters
worn while the ladies
sipped tea and dined
on delicious tea treats. Prizes were awarded for the wildest
hat, and for the most colorful, whimsical, prettiest tables.
What a wild and fun night! A highlight of the evening
was the presentation of a $500 donation to the Gilbert Fire
Department by the VVL Women’s Club. We were rewarded
with an informative fire safety lecture that pointed out some
excellent ideas for keeping our homes safe.
At an earlier Women’s Club meeting, members made lovely
bead bracelets that will go into bags of goodies given to
ladies who are fighting cancer. Everyone felt good about
participating in this activity. Whether it is packing boxes
with food and toiletries for service men and women, knitting
hats for cancer patients, or bringing your own ideas to the
Board, there are many ways to make a difference and to feel
good about doing it.
So, the message is this…join the VVL Women’s Club and
make new friends while having fun and doing good things
for our community. Mark Wednesday, August 12 at 7pm on
your calendar now.
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VVL Elementary News…
By Naomi Ammar
Coming Events at V VL
July 31
Aug. 3
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on the south side of the sch
5:0 0pm
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Meet the teacher Night 5:30-7
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Curriculum Night 5:45-7:00
School Pic tures
Get Involved
at VVL Elementary
It is the start of a new school year and there are many ways to
become involved at VVL Elementary. Community support
contributes to the special educational experience VVL
Elementary continues to provide to our children.
The PTSO has a number of different committees in need of
volunteers. Opportunities include:
~ Art Masterpiece
~ Book Fair
~ Parent-Teacher Conference Potluck
~ Fundraising Volunteers
~ Fun Runs
~ Library Helpers
~ Picture Day Helpers
~ Red Ribbon Week
~ Spring Carnival
~ Teacher Appreciation
~ Yearbook
~ 6th Grade Committee
For a description of each committee, please check out the
PTSO Bulletin Board in the main hallway outside of the
multi-purpose room. Volunteer opportunities that require
1-2 hours will be highlighted for those that would like to get
involved but have limited time available. Just two hours of
your time can really help the school!
If you do not have a special interest in one particular area,
there is also a need for General Volunteers that will be called
on as needs are identified.
VVL is still looking to fill some of our PTSO board positions.
Serving on the board is a rewarding way to be involved
with your child’s school! Please contact the VVL PTSO
at [email protected] for more information or to signup for a committee. It is an excellent way to support VVL
Elementary!
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Mark Your Calendars!
The first day of school may seem far off while finding ways to
beat the summer heat, but with school starting on August 5,
families may want to mark their calendars to ensure they do
not miss out on the back to school festivities. Class lists will
be posted on Friday, July 31 so students can discover who their
teacher for the 2015-2016 school-year will be.
Meet the Teacher night will take place on Monday, August 3
from 5:30pm to 7:00pm when VVL opens its doors to kick
off the new school year. Families should come prepared with
emergency contact information so they can complete required
attendance forms for each student.
Also planned for Meet the Teacher night:
• PTSO will be selling children and adult-sized VVL spirit
t-shirts and reams of paper families can choose to donate to
their classrooms.
• There will also be volunteer sign-ups to invite families to
participate in the many activities and events at VVL including
information about the fall Read-a-thon fun-raiser!
• Representatives of Very Important Kids (VIK) will be
available to sign students up for before and/or after-school
care.
• Representatives from other after school programs will also
be available for information and sign-ups.
• Families can deposit funds in student lunch accounts so they
can buy lunch at school.
Supply lists for each grade level are posted at Target on Val Vista
and Warner to assist families in their back-to-school shopping.
You can also find the supply list in the VVL May newsletter
posted on the school website.
PTSO and Student Council Leadership
The VVL PTSO and Student Council leaders for the 2015-2016
school year have been elected.
For student Council they are:
Maeve Larson, President; Katie Bagby, Vice President; Isabella
Gonzalez, Secretary; Alvie Nino-Margaillan, Treasurer; Becca
Marble & Allie Stansfield, Historians.
For PTSO they are:
Jodi Freedman & Beth Larson, Co-Presidents; Corrie Martinez,
VP of Enrichment; Mickey Webb, VP of Hospitality; TBD
Treasurer; Cindy Nelson, Assistant Treasurer; TBD, Secretary;
TBD, Fundraising Coordinator; TBD, Carnival Chairperson;
TBD, Social Media Coordinator; TBD, Outside Communications
Coordinator; TBD, VP Publicity; Holly Rogers, Volunteer
Coordinator; Ana Jensen, Room Parent Coordinator; Lindsay
Dickerson, Yearbook Coordinator; Beth Larson & Mary McLesky,
Art Masterpiece Coordinators; Lindsay Dickerson & Jennifer
Marble, Holiday Store Coordinators; Jenny Smith, Recycling
Drive Coordinator; Lindsay Stansfield & Amy Scott, Spirit
Night Coordinators; Lindsay Dickerson, Butterbraid Fundraising
Coordinator.
If you would like to receive PTSO email messages please send
an email to [email protected] with a subject of “add address”.
Your email information will be limited to PTSO communications
and will not be shared or sold.
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(GPS) encourages and welcomes
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day of school. New families to VVL
or any Gilbert elementary or junior
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85234 Mondays through Thursdays
between the hours of 8am to 2pm
from July 1 to July 16.
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a utility bill referencing their name
and address, original birth certificate,
and immunization records for the
enrolling student.
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VVL Elementary News…
Math Challenge
Academic Night
The Gilbert Public School (GPS) district honors high achieving
math students in 6th grade ALP each year in the District Math
Challenge. Jacob Ammar, Trevor Grenier, Kelly Frazier, Abbigail
Stevens, Isabella Morrison and Natalie Umlah were selected as
VVL Elementary representatives for the March 7 competition
based on academic achievement and outstanding effort in class.
Students competed in several events: Individual Math Challenge,
Individual Mental Math, School Team Activity, and Cooperative
Problem Solving Activities. Working with students from other
schools, small groups solved a series of difficult problems within
a pre-established time. Awards were given in the individual
challenges, and teams were recognized for completing the
problem-solving activities in the allotted time.
The 34th Annual Gilbert Golden Scholar Academic Night was
held at the school in the multipurpose room on Monday, May
11, 2015. Academic Night acknowledges and honors students in
grades 4-12 who have achieved and maintained high academic
standing during the first three quarters of the school year. It
was a proud night for parents and students as they were awarded
a special academic pin. PTSO was also on hand providing
sandwiches, chips and cookies at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Congratulations to our Golden Scholars!
Principal Patrick Miller &
Jacob Ammar
Jacob Ammar, Tommy Caiazzo, Justin
Oyler, Will Winters, Mison Chang and her
son Alex Ibabao
Front row, Kelly Frazier, Emma Martinez, Sophia Harnish; back row, Natalie Umlah,
Whitney Brown, Lilly Short, Ashley Sheldon
Economy in Action
On April 6, VVL Elementary fifth
graders participated in JA BizTown®
hosted by Junior Achievement of Arizona. JA BizTown® is an
experiential-based program that encompasses elements of work
readiness, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy. It provides
students with a solid foundation of business, economics, and
free enterprise education. They learn to write checks and
deposit slips and budget in a check register. Students realize
the relationship between what they learn in school and their
successful participation in a simulated economy as the students
take on roles such as CEO, CFO, bank teller, sales manager, and
attorney or find themselves working for businesses such as Best
Buy, D-backs, and University of Phoenix as they spend the day
running a town.
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Akasha Ortiz, Brooke Playman, Jenna Winters
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Invention
Convention
VVL Elementary fifth graders had an
opportunity to experience the process of
innovation as they created a prototype of
their invention which they displayed at the
annual Invention Convention on May 15.
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VVL Elementary News…
2015-2016 Suggested School Supply List
These are “suggested items” to donate. If you would like to purchase some or all of these supplies it
would be welcomed. Please put your child’s name on all supplies.
Kindergarten
Kindergarten Prep
5th Grade
1 - folder with pockets
12 - glue sticks
1 - box of 8 count Large crayons
1 - 8oz. hand sanitizer
1 - box of Kleenex
4 - black chisel tip expo dry erase makers
1 – Clorox Wipes
1 – box of 8 crayons
1 – pkg of 10 washable
markers / classic colors
1 – box Expo dry erase markers /
red, black, blue, green
4 – glue sticks
1 – roll Pick-a-Size paper towel
**Backpack – NO WHEELS
1 - small pencil sharpener
2 - Expo dry erase markers
1 - box of 24 crayons
1 - glue stick
1 - box of markers
1 - box of Kleenex
1 - pair of scissors
3 - spiral notebooks
1 - 1” 3 ring notebooks
1 - box colored pencils- small
1 - highlighter
1 - red pen
4 - pocket folders (3 hole
punched for 3 ring binder / no
brackets inside)
1 - ruler
1 - protractor
#2 pencils
1st Grade
**Do not put your child’s name on
items**
1 - pencil box
1 - box of crayons
12- #2 pencils sharpened
1- spiral wide ruled notebook
2 - folders, pockets, no brads
4 -Thin Black expo dry erase markers
10- glue sticks
1 - box of Kleenex-1 - pair of scissors, Fiskars
1 - 1” 3 ring notebooks
1 – Clorox Wipes or Baby Wipes
1 – Bottle Hand Sanitizer
2nd Grade
1 box - Expo dry erase markers
24 - #2 pencils
10 - glue sticks
1 - bottle of glue
1 - box of 24 crayons
2 - Kleenex boxes
1 - pair of scissors, Fiskars
1 - box colored pencils
2 - highlighters
2 - pink pearl erasers
1 - white sock
1 - pencil sharpener
2 - red pens
1 - ruler (inch/cm.)
1 - hand sanitizer
1 - pencil box
3 - folders with pockets
1 – Spiral notebook
1 – Clorox Wipes
* DONATIONS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS:
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DONATIONS OF COPY PAPER FOR
THE CLASSROOM
$5 PER STUDENT (Gr 2-6) FOR
SCHOLASTIC MAGAZINES
3rd Grade
#2 pencils
1 - bottle of Elmer’s glue
5 - glue sticks
1 - box of 24 crayons
1 - pair of scissors, Fiskars
4 - spiral notebook-wide rule
1 - box colored pencils
1 - pink pearl eraser
3 - pencil cap erasers
2 - boxes of facial tissue
1 - sm. hand-held pencil
sharpener
1 - Pkg Clorox Wipes or Baby
Wipes
1 – bottle of hand sanitizer
1 – sm. pencil box for storing
supplies
4th Grade
#2 Pencils & eraser tops
1 -small pencil sharpener
1 – pencil zipper case
1 - pink pearl eraser
Pens: black, red & felt tip
2 - glue sticks
1 – pair scissors
1 – ruler (inch/cm)
1 - box colored pencils
1 – box markers
1 – set of highlighters
6 – individual spiral notebooks
Black Expo Dry Erase Markers
1 - 1 ½ inch binder
4 – pocket folders (3 hole
punched for 3 ring binder / no
brackets inside)
1 – package 25 sheet protectors
2 – reams wide ruled notebook
paper
2 - boxes of Kleenex
1 – Clorox Wipes
6th Grade
#2 pencils
3 - glue sticks
1 - pair of scissors
4- spiral notebooks
1 - box of 24 colored pencils
2 - pink pearl erasers
3 - reams of wide ruled paper
1 - ruler
1 - box of markers
1 - 1” binder
2 - boxes of Kleenex
1 - Highlighter
4 pk - expo markers
1 - bottle of hand sanitizer
4- 2 Pocket Folders
1 - Protractor
P.E.
1 – Athletic Shoes
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