Education

Calera
MONTHLY - FEBRUARY
It’s All About
Education
In case you missed this School Safety press release...
Dear Shelby County Community:
School safety and security has become one of our nation's most pressing issues in
the wake of the unfortunate tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. Many parents and
community members have expressed their concerns for the students of Shelby
County Schools and every effort was made immediately following the tragedy to
provide security for our schools. We are very thankful to Sheriff Curry, his deputies,
and the municipal law enforcement officers who helped to provide safety and
security prior to the Christmas break.
Many questions still remain as we move forward into the new year. A meeting was
held on January 3, 2013 between school district administrators, Sheriff Chris Curry
and other representatives from the sheriff's office, County Commissioner Mike Vest,
State Senator Cam Ward, and State Senator Slade Blackwell to discuss the future of
school safety. Currently the following measures are being taken:
- Every school will continue to follow and review their safety plans.
- Every Shelby County School has video surveillance cameras (some schools have as
many as 32).
- School system architects are reviewing all school entrances and working on a plan to
improve safety in those areas.
- School district officials are investigating interior and exterior locking doors at all
schools.
- School safety plans are in the process of being uploaded to the Virtual Alabama
program.
- A representative from the school district attended the recent school safety training in
Jefferson County and will be training local school administrators.
- Law enforcement and school officials are working together to provide the best safety
and security possible.
- There is positive collaboration between school district officials, the sheriff's office,
local municipalities, the county commission, and members of our legislative
delegation.
Senators Blackwell and Ward were both pleased with the local procedures in
place and the partnership between school district administrators and the sheriff's
office. In the days to come, many conversations will take place on this issue. Safe
schools are always our number one priority. It is reassuring that the appropriate
leaders are working together to address this critical issue.
Calera High School Band Selected for Presidential Inaugural Parade
The Presidential Inaugural Committee has recently notified the Calera High School
Eagle Band that they been selected to participate in the 57th Presidential Inaugural
Parade in Washington, D.C. on January 21st 2013. This trip will cost around
$60,000 for the entire band to attend and to raise this money, the band is asking the
entire community, as well as businesses, friends and family to grant these students
with the opportunity of a life time.
Announcements
Police
February Garbage Collection
Mayor’s Letter
Calera Chamber News
@ Your Calera Library
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“This is an honor not only for the
school, but for the city of Calera,
Shelby County and for the state of
Alabama and we need your help
to get there,” said Ryan Murrell,
Calera High School band director.
Donations can be mailed to:
Calera High School
% Ryan Murrell
100 Calera Eagle Drive
Calera, AL 35040.
Or email Mr. Murrell at:
[email protected]
or call 682-6107.
New Principal At
Calera Elementary
Calera Elementary is buzzing with
excitement this “new year” for
their new principal, Celita Deem.
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Every day, 2,000 kids get high
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youth nationwide abuses
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and talk to your child.
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Honored to be a five-star bank!
“Bauer has rated Central State, founded in 1916, as a five-star bank each year since 1979”
“Three years ago, during the height of the banking crisis, it was the only bank
with area branches to receive five-star ratings from Bauer and another
Florida rating agency, Bankrate.com.”
The Birmingham News, Sunday September 16, 2012
http://blog.al.com/businessnews/2012/09/safety_ratings_improved_for_bir.html
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668-0711
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101 Highway 87, Building 100 / Calera, AL 35040
(located in the Calera Dental Center)
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Office (205) 620-3312
101 Highway 87, Building 200 (Shelby County Airport Exit)
Calera, Alabama 35040 • www.caleradentalcenter.com
No representation is made that the quality of dental services to be preformed is greater than the quality of dental services performed by other dentists.
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POLICE REPORT
DEC. 2012
Fire Station Locations:
#1- 1310 17th Ave.
668-3518
#2- 360 George Roy Pkwy. 668-3632
For Emergency
CALL 911
Total Incident Cases
Criminal Cases
Non-Criminal Cases
Traffic Accidents
Traffic Fatalities
Traffic Citations
DUI Arrests
Public Intox Arrests
Agency Assist Arrests
Juvenile Arrests
Misd Arrests
Felony Arrests
166
62
104
40
0
86
9
1
11
1
22
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Holiday Garbage Collection Schedule-Feb.
Feb. 18 President's Day
Monday collection day will be Tuesday Feb. 19.
Tuesday collection day will be Wednesday Feb. 20.
Wednesday collection day will be Thursday Feb. 21.
Thursday collection day will be Friday Feb. 22
NEW PARS & RECREATION DIRECTOR
I would like to take this time to introduce the new
Parks and Recreation Director, Seth Gandy. Mr.
Gandy is married to Jessica and they currently reside
in Calera. Mrs. Gandy is the Business Technology
Teacher at Calera High School. Seth is a graduate of
Mr. Gandy
Hardin-Simmons Baptist University with a Bachelor
of Science-History and a Minor in Business. Seth also has an Associate
Degree in Golf Course and Turf Grass Management. Seth grew up on the
diamond and played College Baseball at both Jacksonville State University
and Hardin-Simmons Baptist University. After college, Seth went to work for
the Capital City Club in Atlanta, Georgia where he was responsible for the 90
acre golf course. After moving back home to Alabama in 2008 Seth worked
at Ross Bridge Golf Course. As you can see he has an extensive background
in area of Turf Grass Management and will be a great asset to our city.
Mr. Gandy will be responsible for scheduling all events associated with the
city facilities. Mr. Gandy will work closely with all of the Youth Organizations
and schools in coordinating the use of the Park Facilities. Our goal with this
new position was to enhance the quality of the services provided by the Parks
and Recreation Department. I am confident that Mr. Gandy serve the city
well and I would encourage you to introduce yourself and welcome Seth to
the community.
CITY HALL CALENDAR
Council - Monday, February 4th @ 6:30 p.m.
Park Board - Monday, February 11th @ 6:00 p.m.
Council - Monday, February 18th @ 6:30 p.m.
Water Board - Tuesday, February 19th @ 5:00 p.m.
TAX TIME IS HERE
and I would like to give you a different option to filing
your taxes this year. Instead of waiting like cattle in an
overpriced franchise tax office or struggling with computer
programs that miss deductions and create more questions
than they actually solve, would you like a less stressful
option for filing your taxes this year? Wouldn't it be better
to look a human being in the eye, ask your questions
(without having to take a number), and sleep easily
knowing that a professional is handling your taxes?
HERE’S HOW:
My name is Kelly Ellison and I am the
owner of Alliance Accounting. I am a
Certified Public Accountant with more
than19 years of accounting and tax
experience. I have a great staff that
can help meet all your tax and
accounting needs. Clients come to us
when they want excellent service, a
fair price, and their taxes done right.
We offer fair and reasonable fees, unlike many other CPA
firms and franchise tax offices.
When clients come to us, we take the extra time to
make sure they are getting every deduction allowed by the
IRS. For business owners, we take the time to understand
YOUR business. At the end of the day the extra time that
we spend means money in your pocket. You work hard.
The government should not be paid a single penny more
than what it is legally entitled to receive.
We are located on George Roy Parkway close to the
Shelby County Airport at 402 Airport Commons Drive,
across from Victory GMC/Buick. Appointments are
available to fit your schedule Monday through Saturday
from 8:00AM to 6:30PM. Call 205-216-0543 to schedule
an appointment, or drop off your tax information and
come back later to pick up your finished tax return. We
can deduct your tax preparation fee from your refund, or
accept payment by cash, check, or credit card.
Come see why we have so many happy clients.
Jon Graham, Mayor of Calera
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FEBRUARY 2013 CALERA MONTHLY
CITY OF CALERA DIRECTORY
CALERA
ALABAMA
CALERA
CITY COUNCIL
MEMBERS
Chris Bunn
David Bradshaw
Philip Buszy
Earnest Montgomery
Bobby Joe Phillips
Alan Watts
CITY CLERK: Connie Payton
668-1862
Police Emergency
Other Police Business 668-3505
Fire Emergency
668-2311
Other Fire Business 668-3518
Mayor
668-3500
City Clerk
668-3500
Library
668-3514
Senior Citizens
670-9988
Gas Dept./Garbage 668-3511
Water Dept.
668-3503
MAYOR , Jon Graham
Know your rights before
you hire a tax preparer.
Most tax preparers act within the law and treat their
clients fairly! But there are some who don't.
Before you hire a tax preparer, you should:
• Ask for a written estimate of all fees before giving your tax
records to the preparer. Avoid preparers who base their fee
on a percentage of the refund.
• Ask if the preparer will e-file your return.
• Ask if the preparer will represent you if you are audited.
• Consider whether the individual or firm will be around to
answer questions about the preparation of the tax return
months, or even years, after the return has been filed.
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The board approved Mrs. Deem on December 20th before
students dismissed for winter break. Mrs. Deem jumped right
into action Friday morning greeting teachers, staff, students,
and parents who were in the building for celebrations.
A Northport, Alabama native, Celita Carmichael Deem
attended grades K-10 in the Northport district. After
completing her secondary education at Vestavia High School
near Birmingham, she attended Oxford University in the U.K.
and earned her Bachelor's degree from UAB.
During Deem's 13 year tenure in the “corporate world”
she found herself drawn to what she discovered was her
passion….her love of children and their education. So while
still running a school supply company, she earned her Masters
of Education Administration degree from Samford University.
Having taught 7 years in the classroom, Deem became the
Assistant Principal at Inverness Elementary School in 2006.
She is married to Dan Deem and has four children and three
grandchildren.
She feels truly blessed to be able to say that she loves
what she does, and cares most for those with whom she
works….the kids. It is all about the kids. “I am very excited to
be the Principal at Calera Elementary. I am looking forward to
getting to know the staff, students, parents, and community,”
Mrs. Deem said.
By: Crystal Littlejohn
Welcome to Calera Mrs. Deem!
1st Grade Teacher, CES
Chamber News
Calera Chamber Of Commerce (205) 668-3023
January
2013
Chamber
Luncheon
A tax preparer should never do any of the following:
• Ask you to sign
...a blank return
...an incomplete return, or
...a return with false information on it.
• Prepare your return without reviewing the records required
to complete an accurate return, such as information about
your dependents, child care expenses, or tuition payments.
• Guarantee that you'll receive a tax refund.
• Guarantee that you won't be audited by the IRS or the
Alabama Department of Revenue.
When your return is completed:
• Review the entire return before you sign. Question the tax
preparer about anything you don't understand. You are
ultimately responsible for the accuracy of the return.
• Make sure your preparer signs the return.
• Get your papers back, including copies of all final returns.
• Get a receipt that contains the preparer's address and phone
number. There are several qualified tax return preparers in
our community. Be sure you are comfortable with the
professional handling your return.
Timberline Golf
Club Speaker was Mr. Bert Sims, Director of Adult Education and
Skills Training, Central Alabama Community College.
January Business Luncheon Sponsor, A.C. Legg, Inc. Calera, AL
Pictured (L-R) Bert Sims, Bill Davis, and David Comer, 2013
Calera Chamber of Commerce President
Ribbon Cutting - January 11th
Ballard Tax and Financial Service
Hampton Square, Hwy 31 South, Calera, AL 35040
Essential Solutions, Inc.
Cris Nelson, E.A. 663-8686
Enrolled Agent
The “Essential Solution” to all your accounting and tax needs.
138 5th Avenue No. in Alabaster
www.Essential-Solutions.biz
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Chairs Sofas
&
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carries quality furniture,
accessories, lighting, and
window treatments for every
room in your home and on
your patio.
Shop the top manufacturers you
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ISSIS & SONS
Furniture Gallery
250 Cahaba Valley Rd. (Hwy. 119)
Pelham, AL 35124
If you want better furniture, shop at a better furniture store.
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205.620.6926
FEBRUARY 2013 CALERA MONTHLY
@ Your Roy Downs Memorial
Calera Public Library
FIFTH ANNUAL FAIRY TALE BALL
MARCH 2, 2013
This year Merida will be our guest of
honor. Merida is a Scottish Highlander
and a skilled archer who causes chaos
in her kingdom. The witch, who is
consulted by Merida and accidentally
casts a spell on her family, will be here
along with the triplets and the clan's
men. Come and practice your archery
skills with her. Other special guests will be Cinderella, Snow
White, and Belle. Come swim with Ariel and King Triton and
visit King Louie and Baloo in the Jungle.
Library Hours
Mon.
8AM-7PM
Tues.
8AM-7PM
Wed.
8AM-6PM
Thurs.
8AM-7PM
Fri.
8AM-6PM
Sat.
9AM-2PM
668-3514
There will be a Preschool ball from 1-3PM. This is a special
event for pre-schooler's so they will have their own intimate
time without large crunching crowds. The horse drawn,
pumpkin-carriage will be here during that time. Rides are of
$5.00 per person. Suggested ages 4 and under. No one will
be turned away.
Night time ball is from 6-8PM. The carriage rides will also be
available during this time at $5.00 a person. All Ball events are
free. The library is still looking for volunteers and sponsors to
help us make this day a huge success. Call the library to help
or drop a check in the mail to the library.
STORY-TIME EVERY THURSDAY
Pea-Pods
crawlers (up to 3 years of age)
Calera Kids
3 yrs & up
FLAKES
What a Wonderful
Winter Performance by
the 1st graders at CES
Thursday night! Ms.
Smith, the music
teacher at CES, did a
wonderful job
preparing Flakes.
“Flakes, A Musical
Celebration of Snow,
Slush, and Snirt!” by John Jacobson & John Higgins was
choosen to be the musical production. The snowflakes and
snirts did a wonderful job performing and entertaining the
audience. Sara Beth Evans performed a heart felt solo for the
crowd, Nothing Special. Will Goggins was the BIG Flake and
the following were a mix of snow and dirt, the SNIRTS:
Tierren Thomas, Troy Ray, Carmine Miller, Tyde Harrison,
Jayden LaCroix, Joe Wimberly, Giaus Griffen, Harrison Long,
Ulisses Molin, and Noah Carlise. The Snowflake Cast
included: Faith Driver, Ava Williams, Aly Mitchell, Savannah
Moore, Makenna Kimbrell, Kate Townley, Cali Florence, Terrin
Haynes, Alyssa McMurray, Maya Merrill, and Emiilee Edwards.
The Chorus was made up of all the other snowflakes in 1st
Grade. All the students looked like beautiful snowflakes
dressed in white! Congratulations to all the 1st grade
performers and Ms. Smith for a GREAT JOB!
By: Crystal Littlejohn, 1st Grade Teacher, CES
9-10AM
10-11 AM
BOOK-CRACKERS - LAST TUESDAY OF EVERY MONTH.
Open to any adult that is interested in lively conversation and
a good book to discuss. Pick up your book at the library front
desk.
AMERICAN GIRL CLUB SATURDAY 2-9-13 12-2pm
SUPER SIZED SMOKE BUTT PICK UP WILL BE FROM 812pm on Saturday Feb. 2nd
LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED PRESIDENT'S DAY, Feb 18th.
Calera Intermediate School Event Calander
February 7-Sweetheart Pageant
February 8- Progress Reports go home
February 22 – Spring Pictures
March 4 – Coupon Books go on sale
March 8- Kona Ice ($2.00 each)
March 18-March 22 Spring Break
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Office (205) 668-9092
56 Calera Marketplace Circle, Suite A
Calera, AL 35040
(Located in Publix shopping center)
Website: dossdental.com
**Call for details on our free whitening special!!
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PRE-SCHOOL PROGRAM
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6 weeks to 5 years
938 14th Street, Calera, AL
205-668-0820
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Calera Pediatric Dentistry is a leading pediatric dental practice
whose top priority is getting children and adolescents on the
right path to proper oral hygiene. We educate our patients
about accurate brushing and flossing techniques and the
importance of routine dental check-ups. We believe early
education prepares kids for a lifetime of excellent dental health!
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Mrs. Cynthia’s Pre-School & Daycare, Inc.
LICENSED FACILITY / MATURE STAFF / LOCALLY OWNED & OPERATED
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Open 6:30 a.m. To 6:00 p.m.
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Phone: 668-2644 Fax: 668-1439
Mon thru Fri 7am - 6pm / Sat 8am - Noon
( 205) 621-0500 Fax: (205) 621-0508
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