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CHILD’S PATH

Build community by giving back—and getting involved childhood education produces significant
returns to the community.
E arly childhood education needs a
hero. The entire early education “The return is somewhere between
industry is facing significant seven and thirteen to one,” said Seymour
challenges, including ongoing Burchman, Chairman of the Board
teacher shortages at a time when our at Child’s Path. “The benefits include
children are already dealing with stress higher high school graduation rates,
and trauma from the pandemic. Ninety lower incarceration rates, higher lifetime
percent of a child’s brain is developed by incomes, lower rates of single parenting,
age five, so the investment in children’s among others. But there are challenges, as
earliest years has a much more significant we need funding and more involvement
impact than many people realize. on the board level. We heavily rely on the
generosity of foundations, individuals,
Child’s Path enriches the “I believe in
lives of local working families the mission of and businesses in
and underserved children, Child's Path and Collier County.
from birth to age five, through its connection with the next generation If you can help
high-quality early childhood in Collier County,” said Kevin Yue, Board us, let us tell
education. As one of the largest early of Advisors member at Child’s Path. you our story
learning nonprofits in Collier County, “Parents want their children to have and outline our
Child’s Path serves nearly 400 children a good education so they can succeed track record.”
annually who otherwise may not have in life. Child's Path gives parents an
access to critical early learning—but we opportunity to have their children start Child’s Path
can’t do it alone. Our local families count their educational journey early." is committed to
on us, and we’re counting on you. And when children do not have providing the
access to early learning, the statistics are highest quality
Aside from donations, which are staggering: they are twenty-five percent early education.
important, involvement on the board more likely to drop out of school, forty It is nationally
level is equally impactful to ensure the percent more likely to become a teen accredited,
growth and success of a nonprofit—and parent, sixty percent more likely to never where only
its impact on the community. If you have attend college, and seventy percent more seventeen percent of local centers have
a passion for supporting children and likely to be arrested for a violent crime. this high-quality seal. Child’s Path
changing the trajectory of their lives, In stark contrast, investment in early also earned GuideStar’s Platinum
consider sharing your time, treasure, and Transparency designation, Blue Zones
talent by joining our Board of Directors Project Certification, Platinum Level
or Board of Advisors. Recognition as an Asthma-Friendly
Childcare Center, and much more. If
you want to get involved in a nonprofit
committed to children, your time and
commitment will be well spent at Child’s
Path. The youngest learners in our
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UPDATE: Collier’s Efforts on Mental Health and Addiction

BY ANDY SOLIS, ESQ., COMMISSIONER In 2018, the Collier County Sheriff ’s value or the cost paid to construct
Collier County District 2 Office received almost 8,500 calls related it. A team of design and architecture
to mental illness and suicide alone. That’s professionals, experienced in behavioral
M y family, like so many nearly one call every hour of every day, all health facilities, are working on an
others, has been deeply 365 days a year. And the demand has only accelerated schedule to bring a plan
affected by the lack of grown since then. There are sometimes before the BCC early this fall, so we can
adequate treatment sheriffs’ cars lined up waiting to drop finally move to the construction of this
and support for those people off at DLC, waiting because important new facility.
with mental illness and addiction issues. their too-few beds are full. And if a bed
As a candidate in 2016, I committed can’t be found, those sheriffs’ cars will INCREASE CAPACITY AND
to improving our county’s efforts on sometimes head to the county jail, where EFFECTIVENESS OF THE
behavioral health issues. Little did we essentially “board” people at great TREATMENT COURTS
I know at the time of the incredible expense simply because there is no place
need throughout our community, and else for them. Talk about a waste of time Collier County operates three
equally importantly, of the extraordinary and resources! treatment courts—for drug, mental
individuals that were poised to make health, and veterans—as alternatives
change happen. The years since we adopted the to conviction and jail time for eligible
Strategic Plan have been filled with participants. We have accomplished
Immediately following my election, unprecedented challenges no one could so much on this priority: our judiciary
I began hosting regular meetings of have foreseen, but I am excited to share increased their support of the alternative
an informal group of those working in some of the progress we have made, courts, moving them from essentially
our local mental illness and addiction despite those challenges. volunteer work for the judges to being
systems. Representatives from the David integrated into their main workload.
Lawrence Center (DLC), NAMI, NCH, BUILD AND OPERATE A CENTRAL DLC secured a $500,000 federal grant to
the Sheriff ’s Office, the court system, the RECEIVING FACILITY (CRF) provide support to the diversion courts.
School District, and the county’s Veterans And, under the incredible leadership of
Services helped me learn more about the This was the highest priority in the Judge Janeice Martin, our Drug Court
current status, successes, challenges, gaps, plan, and it may be the most familiar, was named one of only ten mentor
and opportunities. as many cited this project as to why courts in the nation. Mentor courts are
they chose to vote for the Infrastructure exemplary treatment courts that serve
The more we talked, the more I could Sales Surtax in 2018. $25 million of as models; these top-tier programs play
see how important this issue was to build those surtax funds will be dedicated to a significant role in training, technical
the sort of community we are striving constructing this new facility. The CRF assistance, and research. Kudos to Judge
for in Collier County. This led to a series will serve as a sort of behavioral health Martin and her team.
of public workshops with the Board of ER, where any person suffering a crisis,
County Commissioners, culminating whether due to mental illness or substance These are just two of the six priorities
in the Board adopting a Mental Health use—or as is so often the case, both—will identified in the Strategic Plan—we’ve
and Addiction Services Strategic Plan in be met with a coordinated web of services been hard at work on all of them! For
December of 2019. to ensure they get the right level of the more, watch for a county commission
right kind of care. update on the plan this summer. I hope
As we worked through this process, I you’ll join us for that, whether in person
was surprised to encounter people who The DLC donated a five-acre site or on the county’s cable channel or
felt it was a waste of time and resources. near their existing facility to the county by watching online if you’re away. For
The loveliness of our surroundings and the in exchange for a long-term lease to more details, you can contact my office
overall affluence of our community can operate the facility. At the end of that at 239.252.8602 or at Andy.Solis@
lead people to believe we don’t have these thirty-year lease, DLC can either renew CollierCountyFL.gov.
problems, not here in Collier County.They it or purchase the building from the
could not be more wrong. county at the greater of the then-current

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TAHTEAJROYTSISO—F SNUAMPMLEERS!

L ate spring and summer in Naples artistic leadership of our organization Visual arts aficionados will find much
mean a return of simple pleasures and his final performances with the to love in The Baker Museum’s galleries
after a hectic season: fewer traffic Naples Philharmonic as music director. through July 24. On May 15, we bid
jams on US 41, “doing sunset” We are so glad that our patrons have had farewell to Baseball Heroes: Works from the
with smaller crowds on the beach, and a chance this season to wish Andrey a Jay H. Baker Collection and Love in All
the ability to secure reservations at your hearty thank you!” Forms: Selections from the Art Collection
favorite restaurant! of Patty and Jay Baker, two landmark
For dance enthusiasts, May 17 brings exhibitions that will leave a lasting
These warmer months also mean the exciting Artis—Naples debut of the impression. Four other major exhibitions
continuing opportunities to see great world-famous Limón Dance Company. are on view well into July—including
works of art at The Baker Museum Joined by the Naples Philharmonic, Florida Contemporary 2021-22; Pam
through July 24, when the museum the dancers of the acclaimed company Longobardi: Ocean Gleaning; Another
closes to install exhibitions for the present There Is a Time, a reconstruction World: The Transcendental Painting Group
coming season and to experience the best of founding choreographer José Limón’s and Invisible Thread—making The
of the performing arts. inspiring original work. Baker Museum a pleasing alternative
to outdoor activities on a steamy
May kicks off on a very special One highly anticipated spring summer day. Then, on June 25, two
musical note, with Sharon and Timothy tradition at Artis—Naples is new exhibitions open on the museum’s
Ubben Music Director Andrey Boreyko’s Community Day on May 21, when the third floor: True Likeness, which
final performances conducting the whole community is invited to explore presents contemporary portraits from
Naples Philharmonic as music director Artis—Naples’ cultural campus with diverse artists from around the U.S. in a
on May 5 and 6. It is a powerful final an array of artistic adventures, ranging variety of media, providing a snapshot
program, featuring Rachmaninoff ’s from free admission to The Baker of who we are as a country, and Recent
electrifying Piano Concerto No. 2 Museum and several performances Acquisitions: 2019 – Present, showcasing
performed by piano star Yulianna by the Naples Philharmonic youth more than fifty works that have been
Avdeeva, the 2010 International Chopin ensembles to a wide variety of hands-on added to the museum’s permanent
Competition’s First Prize winner. The art activities. With Memorial Day— collection since 2019.
program concludes with Polish composer the official start of summer—on the
Mieczysław Karłowicz’s sumptuously horizon, Associate Conductor Radu Visit artisnaples.org for additional
romantic “Rebirth” Symphony. Paponiu and the Naples Philharmonic details on all summer programming, and
present Patriotic Pops on May 26 and on Artis—Naples COVID-19 safety
“We had much to celebrate during 27, an annual star-spangled salute to protocols.
this memorable season,” notes Artis— the grand music of America and to the
Naples CEO and President Kathleen men and women who made the ultimate LEFT: Andrey Boreyko
van Bergen. “We were thrilled to fully sacrifice for their country. MIDDLE: Community Day
reopen the Kimberly K. Querrey and
Louis A. Simpson Cultural Campus last RIGHT: Invisible Thread
fall, welcoming patrons back to safely
enjoy the arts together. And we were
also thrilled to recognize the last eight
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NAPLES for guests. Attendees Dillards, and The Club Room, sip &
FASHION WEEK could also bid on shops at stores such as Shades of Naples
exclusive items from in Tin City, and other musical and dance
Celebrated in Style featured designers during a silent auction. performances. Sea Salt also hosted an
exclusive cocktail party on April 10 for
M ore than a dozen events All proceeds from spring fashion week VIP and All-Access ticket holders only.
were scheduled for the benefitted Youth Haven, a nonprofit
bi-annual Naples Fashion organization that provides a safe place for Sponsors of the philanthropic fashion
Week, a celebration of abused and neglected children and teens event included Dillard’s,
luxury and style from April 4 to 11 to in Southwest Florida. Bobbi Brown, Foreman
benefit the nonprofit Youth Haven. Productions, Luminaire
“Bringing happiness to young children Foto, Victory Wellness
The week-long celebration of fashion and preparing teens for adulthood is the Center, 4 Elements Yoga,
culminated with “The Designer Show” energy that drives our passion for making Shades of Naples, Taylor
on April 11 at the Gulfshore Playhouse this fashion week a huge success,” says Rental, ContentClix, and
featuring fashion designers such as Joseph Beth Catizone, founder of Naples Fashion Maurica Hurley from
Wendt, Jayden Perry, Annie Diamantidis Week and co-owner of Infinite Recording bestofthebeachswfl.com.
Bags, Anya & Nikki, Pinko, Yesi Rose Studios in Naples. “Youth Haven will be “We are thrilled to
Fashion, White House Atelier, Rick an intricate part of making fashion week have so many fabulous
Rhodes Fashion, Marco Antonio Castillo, happen, some of the children will model sponsors who are
and MacDuggal and Catizone. The show in the main fashion event and will work enthusiastic about Naples
also featured a “Jr. Designer Show”, with part-time for our organization.” Fashion Week and share
styles by ten-year-old “child designer to our vision for the future
the stars” Matthew T. Mutcha. Pre-event shopping began in the wellbeing of our most
afternoon at Gulfshore Playhouse giving vulnerable children,” says
Dani Papa from Naples Art Factory attendees the opportunity to shop the Beth Catizone. “We have
painted live at the event, and social media styles featured in the show, and Sarah added many new, key
influencer and model Alexis McGlasson Lamont, a personal stylist from Why team players such as event
was in attendance. The event also featured Style, was offering one-on-one styling
performances by DJ BoTy, drumming and appointments leading up to the show. planner, Amanda Curbelo from Niche’
traditional costumes from Brazil from Gala Event Management, and Fashion
Miami’s Brazillian Beats, Elite Dance Other events throughout the Spring Show Producer Kevin Dennis Jones, best
Company, Ballroom Dancers Alyssa & Naples Fashion Week included a runway known for his work with Vogue & Brides
Terry, and vocalist Kelly Clinger. The fashion show at Casanova Boutique, magazines.”
event was be catered by Chef Patrick
McGrath of Quality Thyme Meals and The Fashion shows featured a broad
featured a spread of wine and champagne range of haute couture for all ages and
sizes and certain events were free and
open to the public.

∞ ABOUT NAPLES
FASHION WEEK

Naples Fashion Week is a nonprofit
organization that celebrates the
community through fashion, music, and
fun twice a year. Events draw people
together to benefit worthy charitable
cause and local artists, and helps
support locally owned businesses and
entrepreneurs in Southwest Florida.

For more information visit www.
naplesfashionweek.com.

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CCPS TO STREAM

ALL COMMENCEMENT CEREMONIES LIVE

BY CHAD OLIVER
Executive Director of Communications
& Community Engagement
Collier County Public Schools

C ommunity members, alumni
of Collier County Public
Schools (CCPS), and friends
and family of graduates from
across the world will be able to watch
commencement ceremonies as they take
place on the campuses of high schools
across Collier County.

The successful completion of all
degree requirements is a tremendous

accomplishment and is the North Star for does not mean the remaining students 20.2 percentage points from 72.5%
the CCPS Strategic Plan, which outlines in the cohort will be non-graduates. in 2011 to 92.7% in 2021. Subgroup
continuous improvement strategies for In many instances, students complete graduation rates have continued to
graduating students who are college, graduation requirements but take rise significantly as well. Students
career, and life ready. When you ask Dr. longer than four years. We host a with disabilities improved their
Kamela Patton the accomplishment she mid-year commencement ceremony in graduation rate from 48.4% in 2011 to
is most proud of during her eleven years January at the Dr. Martin Luther King, 87.1% in 2021, an increase of 38.7%.
as CCPS superintendent, she will quickly Jr. Administrative Center to celebrate Many people do not realize CCPS
rattle off staggering statistics related to those who needed a little extra time but educates more migrant students than
graduation rates. We are currently at persevered to finish the race. any other school district in Florida.
a Collier County record-high overall When parents or guardians move
graduation rate of 92.7% of students who Everyone in our community for work in agriculture it can be
graduate in four years. It will take several should take pride in the educational extremely disruptive to their child’s
months before the Florida Department of opportunities delivered by our talented education. The graduation rate of our
Education releases the official graduation staff and the staggering numbers that migrant population improved from
results for this year’s class. Keep in mind, reflect public education producing
that the percentage that gets publicized tomorrow’s workforce and leaders. The ...continued on page 18
CCPS graduation rate has increased
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Language Learners Everyone in our
(ELL) because they community should take
score within the limited pride in the educational
English proficiency range. opportunities delivered
The ELL graduation rate by our talented staff and
improved from 49.8% the staggering numbers
in 2011 to 86.8% in
2021, an increase of 37%. that reflect public
Those improvements are education producing
incredible!
"tomorrow’s workforce
Walking across the and leaders.
graduation stage and
tossing their caps in the Commencement ceremonies will be held
air are moments students on Friday and Saturday, May 27-28,
will never forget. It is the 2022. As normal, these will be ticketed
culmination of their K-12 events where students will celebrate with
academic journey and the family or whomever they choose to invite.
launching point for their Anyone may watch the ceremonies live by
next phase in life, whether visiting collierschools.com/graduation and
that means attending selecting the high school you would like
college, earning training to see. CCPS will also air replays of all the
necessary for a career, or ceremonies on the Education Channel,
joining the military. available to subscribers of Comcast,
Century Link, and Summit Broadband on
Currently, this year’s channel 99. Our public schools belong to
class of seniors remains our community, and we are proud to offer
on pace to reach—and this opportunity to collectively celebrate.
potentially exceed—
the high standard set PAGE 16
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Naples High School Graduate
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W ith the psychological burden of the stress they are exposed to, and formula that has S.boulardii, B.lactis,
Covid-19 pandemic upon us, one of the environmental pollution that L.plantarum, and L.acidophilus
the common questions I hear from my surrounds them. Most of the probiotic strains built into it. And
patients is: “Doc, I am so upset by what “citizens” of this microbiome reside even if your probiotic product does
is going on and I get these stomach cramps. What can in our large and small intestines, not officially require refrigeration—it
I do without taking medications?” but some live on the skin and even is prudent to keep it in the dark and
other parts of the body. When this cool place to avoid spoilage. Because
The truth is that our gut has a mind of its own. It intricate system is ideally balanced, probiotic manufacturing is not
is truly our second brain. There are several reasons for every player has a purpose. regulated by FDA, you should always
that. On the molecular level, there are more receptors discuss using your probiotic needs
for serotonin—a happiness neurotransmitter—in the The job of the microbiome with your physician.
gut than in the brain. On a quantum level, there are is to maintain healthy digestion,
memories being recorded as electromagnetic imprints immunity, neurologic function, If despite your best efforts, you
in our gut. If you doubt this fact, just talk to any organ skin health, respiratory, and even have still come down with nervous
recipient and they will tell you that they often have reproductive and urinary functions. stomach cramps—drink some
memories of things that never happened to them Unfortunately, the end of the warm peppermint tea—it has an
but did happen to the deceased organ donors. Now, twentieth century has been marked antispasmodic effect on the gut.
because our organs store memories, which consist of by antibiotics being overprescribed Eating dark chocolate may offer
thoughts and experiences coupled with emotions, we to the majority of patients in the mild relief. A good rule of thumb
effectively have a second mind within our physical western world. As a result, most is that quick fixes do not work to
body, populated with this information. of us have emerged with our good fix the root of the problem with
bacteria being exterminated as your nervous gut. Try implementing
You will often hear people say: “I know this with collateral damage in pursuit of the meaningful lifestyle changes as
my gut.” And it is true. Any stimulus you are exposed virulent bacteria. discussed above, coupled with
to, like the news on TV, for example, is then instantly meditative visualizations, deep
matched through a huge database of associative A recommendation for a breathing, and restorative yoga. All
memories—the gut then releases the neuro-hormones good probiotic is often useful. of these holistic modalities can be
coupled with that memory. What can you do? Probiotics are not just repopulating very helpful in drug-free restoration
the gut. They also interact with of gut homeostasis.
First of all, avoid continuous exposure to negative the immune cells, digested food
information from TV and the internet. molecules, and other existing Dr. Kogan is a Concierge Holistic Internal
Instead, increase your exposure to “feel microbiome bacteria—and this Medicine doctor in Naples. Her website is
good” experiences like nature walks intricate cooperation is what truly CustomLongevity.com.
and day trips. Thankfully, Collier boosts our homeostasis.
County abounds with parks,
beaches, and nature trails to Here is a tip for picking out the
make this an easy fit. If you are most appropriate probiotic formula
watching TV—try a comedy. for your nervous gut: if you are
Take probiotics preventively.
Our gut does not just have
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We are home to trillions of
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building, with thirty-four luxury rooms, system, and an elevator.
V illa Vizcaya will amaze anyone is surrounded by fifty acres of European-
with its spectacular Renaissance style gardens, adorned with elegant In 1952 Villa Vizcaya was bought by
architecture, numerous works gazebos and sculptures standing side-by- Miami Dade County and underwent major
of art dating from the sixteenth side along paved pathways. A variety of restorations. The museum and gardens
to the nineteenth century, as well as pools and canals run all the way to the become the favorite place for meeting
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well thought through: a magnificent and applied art of the nineteenth and paths of the park past thickets of orchids
view opens from its territory, and the twentieth centuries. and exotic plants, we are filled with
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ArtBag Sculptures by Debra Franses

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Owner of East West Fine Art

B ritish artist Debra consumable and temporary,
Franses Bean creates Debra empowers them with
purse sculptures a new purpose—to become
in which trendy emblems of our time.
consumable items appear
to float, suspended. Forever Debra carefully selects and
encapsulated in clear resin, the prepares each object to ensure
ArtBags excite and tease us that it won’t break or melt
with the impossibility of ever in the casting process. The
using these objects. delicate and difficult process
involves placing objects within
Each ArtBag is inspired layers of resin into a two-part
by women that Debra has met silicone purse mold. Liquid
or pop-culture themes. They resin is poured in layers,
define the modern woman, allowing days per layer to cure
symbolizing prestige, luxury, and with further objects added
familiarity, and style. one at a time. The completed
handbag is then put into a
Inspired by pop-art pressurized chamber to remove
predecessors, Debra uses any air traces. Special care and
humor and irony to comment skills are required to make
on how mass production and sure that bubbles do not form.
consumerism had come to The fully cured purse is then
dominate much of Western life removed from the mold and
and culture. pressure chamber, sanded,
polished, and lacquered.
While historians and art
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priceless and timeless objects, and thought-provoking title
Debra does the opposite. Her that unites the contents of each
emphasis is on objects that sculpture. “Weapons of Male
are designed for consumption Destruction” contains a true
in a short period of time— arsenal of female power—a red
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CRECAuTltIiVvaITtiYng

BY PATRICE SCHELKUN

T hough we may now live in the be a gatekeeper of sorts in coordinating the patterns of water, or reflections in its
tropics where flowers and greenery communication with other areas of the complete stillness in the early morning.
abound throughout the year, those brain and plays a role in planning, long- Take time to observe even the tiniest
of us who came from a northern term thinking, and storage of memories. creatures as they go about their work of
home traditionally view spring as the This calming effect seems to allow the weaving webs, building nests, or seeking
time for planting. It’s the time to finally brain to access other active regions, leading out a meal. Look at the range of colors in
get outside, to experience budding life to new insights and ideas. the skin tones of a person’s face in sunlight
around us. versus shadow.
Many artists will tell you that the most
But did you know that spending time critical skill they’ve acquired in producing One of the reasons so many people love
outdoors is an invaluable resource for great art is the ability to see. If you’re paintings by the Impressionists of the late
sparking creativity? looking at nature, really look—and take nineteenth century is because they focused
your time doing it. Observe the incredible on the captivating qualities of outdoor
Researchers have been taking a serious range of colors that exist everywhere. light. For Monet, it was the colors of the
look at how spending time in nature Notice the variety of textures, the way the garden or fields at harvest, the reflections
affects the human brain, psyche, and spirit. wind moves through the trees and grasses,
Everything about it suggests that we need
to take advantage of quiet time outside
more often than we do. And if you’re an
artist or an aspiring one, this can be an
essential tool.

The American Psychological
Association says that research is advancing
our understanding of how time in nature
can improve our mental health and
sharpen our cognition. One university
study of twenty-six adults who spent at
least fifteen minutes a day in outdoor
reflection found that immersion in nature
impacts the human spirit most significantly
by providing a sense of connection,
vibrancy, and awe. This sense of awe—or
the feeling that the world around you is so
much bigger than you can comprehend—
can lead to “expansive thinking,” allowing
us to consider new perspectives and
innovative ideas.

Scientists sometimes refer to the state
of mind you experience when you watch
flowing water or view the sky through a
canopy of trees as “soft fascination.”They
theorize this has a measurable calming
effect on an area of the brain called the
prefrontal cortex, which is thought to

30 | North Naples News Aug/Sept/Oct 2022

of water lilies in a pond. For Van Gogh, it was sundrenched Patrice Schelkun is a contemporary realist painter working in oils and on glass.
flowers or swirling starlight. For Sargent and Sorolla, it was the She and her husband split their time between Naples and Lake George, New York.
myriad of colors that can be found in a white sunlit dress or in the Her website is www.patriceschelkun.com.
sparkles of waves as they break on the seashore.
TOP LEFT: Tara Funk “Towards Shore”
Andy Warhol, a twentieth-century painter, filmmaker, and pop TOP RIGHT: Barbara Groenteman, “We Can’t All be Stars”
artist, famously immortalized what others have long observed as
the five patterns of nature: spiral, meander, explosion, packing, and BOTTOM LEFT: Rachelle Meagher
branching. Look thoughtfully and you can see these patterns again BOTTOM RIGHT: Deborah Martin
and again in creation. Some examples:
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surrounds us here. Why not follow their lead and use some of your
own time outside as one of your best tools for boosting creativity?
As once said by the nineteenth-century French novelist
Honoré de Balzac, famously memorialized in bronze by
sculptor Auguste Rodin, “What is Art, monsieur, but Nature
concentrated?”

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VILLAGE SCHOOL OF NAPLES

Unveils new state-of-the-art track and field facility as part of ongoing capital campaign

T he Village School of Naples,
an independent school serving
students in preschool through
twelfth grade, recently unveiled its
new $1.8-million Track and Field facility.

The state-of-the-art project includes a

400-meter, synthetic track with an interior

competition field for other competitive

sports such as soccer, lacrosse, and football.

Construction began on the project

last fall and was completed just in time

for the current season. The project is part

of an ongoing $3-million renovation and

expansion of the school’s academic, arts,

and athletic facilities to accommodate

current and future growth.

“We are grateful to all of the families,

staff, and other donors who have generously

contributed to making the dream of a new Students participate in a ceremonial first walk around the new oval track
Track & Field complex on our campus a

reality,” said Dennis Chapman, Head of

School for The Village School of Naples. help us achieve our vision of being the continue to invest in top-notch athletic

“These new athletic facilities will further preferred educational choice for students facilities on our campus.”

advance our growing varsity athletic and their families in our community,” said Located at 6000 Goodlette-Frank Rd.,

program and help us continue to attract top Jane Badger, Director of Development for The Village School of Naples originally

student-athletes from both in and outside of The Village School. “Each of these projects began as The Caring Place Preschool

Southwest Florida.” will be recognized with donor naming in 1985 as an outreach at North Naples

Founded nearly four decades ago as a opportunities.” United Methodist Church. In 2000,

private institution for preschool students, Future phases of outdoor athletic the church relocated to the present

The Village School of Naples introduced facilities could include six lighted tennis campus location and added The Village

an Upper School division for high school courts immediately adjacent to the new School, beginning with K-2 and thirty-

students in 2017. Since then, the school’s track along with accessory fields that seven students. In 2006, the school was

leadership has been aggressively renovating could be used for such sports as javelin, accredited by the Florida Council of

and expanding the academic, arts, and discus, and shot-put. There also could be Independent Schools and the Florida

athletic facilities to accommodate current additional practice fields. Kindergarten Council.

and future growth. The task of growing the athletics In 2009, parents asked The Village

Included in the most recent campus program lies with John Egan, who was School for a middle school to be added

improvements are a near doubling of space recently brought in as Athletic Director at and soon after added the middle school

in the two-story Upper School Building The Village School. Egan, who previously one grade a year to complete the eighth

to provide more classroom space and served as the Athletic Director at Christian grade. Four years later, the Board of

administrative offices as well as a new Heritage School in Trumbull, Connecticut, Directors voted to add an upper school

culinary arts test kitchen. Also within will focus on building the Knights’ athletic with seventeen students in the fall of 2017.

the Upper School is the Lauren S. Tayon program into one that draws in top In June 2020, The Village School

Drama Studio with a large main stage area student-athletes across all sports. celebrated its first-ever graduating class of

along with rehearsal space, music rooms, “It is estimated that more than sixty seniors with a class of twelve students. The

storage, and dining/theater seating for percent of Village School students school currently has over 100 upper school

future plays and other performances. participate on an athletic team and more students, including eighteen in the class

“This campuswide improvement plan than 100 of them participate each athletic of 2022. For additional information, visit

will enhance the student experience and season,” Egan said. “So, it is important we www.villageschoolnaples.org.

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7MOVING QUICKLY
BY ALEXANDRA JANZ OVERALL NAPLES MARKET STATISTIC

H omes in Naples are selling MARCH 2022 COMPARED TO MARCH 2021
fast—and as that’s happening, ALL DATA FROM THE NAPLES BOARD OF REALTORS® MLS – APRIL 4, 2022
many buyers expect sellers to
be ready to move out quickly. TIP #4: Ask for help • Changes of clothing
Check out these seven tips for moving Enlist your friends and family to You may need to set aside bags
quickly that can help you pack up and for each member of your family (pets
get out the door fast if your closing date help you pack up when you’re in a rush. included). Remember, these items won’t
is right around the corner: Whether you have to bribe people with go in boxes, and they’ll stay with you on
pizza and beer or call in the favors that moving day.
TIP #1: Start packing before you sell people owe you, now’s the time. As the TIP #7: Hire professional movers
There’s no rule that says you must sell saying goes, many hands make light The best way to get a good outcome
work. for packing and moving is to find
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your belongings. In fact, packing early— TIP #5: Move some of your belongings early, for you. Professional movers are efficient
before you list your home—can even if possible and fast, and though it may take a day
help you sell faster. That’s because the or two, you won’t have to worry about
fewer possessions you have lying around If you can move things into your next forgetting anything or putting the wrong
the house, the more open and available home before you close on your current items together. If you need a reputable
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Do you need to take extra-special care all the items you definitely can’t live Aug/Sept/Oct 2022
without. Keep all your items in this bag
with every item of clothing, or will it be while you’re packing up your home.
okay if you fold up your casual shirts and Consider adding:
jeans and put them in a suitcase? Save
your focus for items that are important, • Toiletries and towels
like keepsakes, costly memorabilia, and • Paper plates and plasticware
expensive kitchen equipment. • Medications and individual items,

TIP #3: Consolidate everything you own such as contact lens solution
Think about what’s most important • Pet food and other pet essentials

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essentials until you must pack them, and
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however, do without things like seasonal
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THE CARTOGRAPHERS S even years ago, or damaged from every place it was ever
by Peng Shepherd Nell Young had cataloged. Add to the fact that buyers online
William Morrow the brightest are offering breathtaking prices for copies of
400 Pages of futures. the map, and that someone in a black car starts
$27.99 US Recently following Nell, and the plot thickens.
awarded
36 | North Naples News a Ph.D. in Who is willing to pay huge sums for this
cartography, map? Why are there seemingly no other copies
or mapmaking, she worked with left in the world? And who are the shadowy
her father, a superstar in the group calling themselves The Cartographers?
field, at the New York Public Library’s map What do they want? The truth is closer to Nell
division. Until the “Junk Box Incident,” which than she would have imagined, and further
got her fired, broken up from her boyfriend, from anything she could possibly believe. A
and estranged from her father. Finally break-in at the NYPL map room is followed
finding work at a Brooklyn company making by a murder and suddenly Nell is the prime
distressed and doctored facsimiles of ancient suspect. She must count on the good graces
maps for the paying public, Nell shuts out the of Humphrey, Felix, and her father’s old boss,
world. Her only friend is her boss, Humphrey. Swann, to keep her away from the police
But then she is called back to NYPL and until she can unravel the mystery of the old
finds her father has died at his desk. Shocked gas station map. But Nell, as stubborn as her
and confused by her feelings for the man father, will stop at nothing to find the truth.
she fiercely loved who ultimately betrayed Even if it means ruining things a second time
her, she does the unthinkable: she swipes the with Felix.
portfolio from the secret drawer in his desk
only she knows about. Later she opens it to Told from multiple points of view, this
find a cheap, old gas station roadmap of New novel twists and turns like an old road map.
York state. Puzzled at why her father would be The plot points (pun intended) are well-drawn
keeping it safe, she calls on Felix, her old ex, to and make for a ripping good yarn and will
help her figure out the truth. leave the reader breathless until the last page.
Having met in college, Felix also studied Thoroughly enjoyable, don’t start reading it in
cartography but instead works at a multi- the evening or you’ll stay up all night waiting
billion-dollar tech company working on to see what could possibly happen next.
algorithms to coax the massive amounts of
world data into cohesive patterns—the newest ∞ AUTHOR PROFILE
kind of map. He, too, is just as bewildered as
to why Nell’s father would keep such a useless Raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Peng Shepherd
artifact. That is until Nell starts digging into earned an MFA from New York University.
the map’s origins. She checks other map She has lived all over the world. This is her
collections and finds time after time that the second novel, the first being The Book of M,
map of New York state is either lost, missing, which was published in 2018. She currently
lives in New York City.

Aug/Sept/Oct 2022



CSN Students, Faculty & Staff

Upper School Band talent of several generations of teachers and
students, have all combined to bring this,
HAPPY FORTIETH, CSN! our school, to an important milestone in
its history… Thank you to all of you who
T he morning of March hold CSN dear and who, through your
10 was a perfect day for everyday routines of work, play, courtesy,
all the students, faculty, and friendship, continue the legacy of this
and staff of Community remarkable school.”
School of Naples to gather in the Dr. Ryan Chapman then conducted the Upper
John N. Allen Family Stadium to School Band in a rousing World Premiere performance
celebrate its fortieth anniversary. of “Fanfare for the Fortieth,” which he himself
Accompanied by music from the wrote and arranged. The musicians included brass,
80s, over 950 students and their woodwinds, and percussion, and featured junior Max
teachers dressed in white and
Goldberg on tympani. The crowd was
blue T-shirts (designed by eighth instructor then treated to a video presented on
graders Brooke Glick and Gavin would signal the huge scoreboard screen, which
Korn) took their seats. On the field them to showed the many aspects of the
sat CSN Board members past and begin. But school yesterday and today, including
present along with a few other first, the interviews with some of its founders.
notable guests. The Upper School Middle
Band was also on the field, waiting School Vocal A special highlight of
for the moment when their music Workshop the celebration was having a
students, representative student from each
led by Mrs. division step up to the podium. Fifth
Rebecca grader Kayden Robinson spoke
Richardson, eloquently about Courage, saying,
performed a beautiful rendition “CSN is a great school. Not just for
of the National Anthem. Head academics, athletics, and making
of School Dr. David Watson lifelong friends, but for giving me the
then welcomed the gathering, courage to do things I would normally have not. That is
saying, “The vision, patience, and because CSN always pushes you to do the best you can
generosity of Board members do… CSN certainly provides courage. Whether that
and parents of over many years, means being ready for the next school year, or standing
together with the dedication and in front of a thousand people, giving a speech, both
require courage.” Next, eighth grader Daniela Duque
described Heart by saying, “The heart of CSN is the
people. The same people who welcomed me with open
arms to this beloved community. Though it is an honor
to be the one up here talking about the heart of CSN,
I represent every person here celebrating today… CSN
has a heart. A heart that welcomed me three years ago
and that has been welcoming other students for forty
years.” Finally, senior Jacob Baer spoke on Intellect,
saying, “Rather than going through the motions of just
‘doing work,’ our school makes a point to put purpose
into its actions. ‘Busy work’ is not offered at CSN, but
instead the faculty teaches us how to problem solve
and further understand what has been asked of us. This

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Kayden Robinson deeper understanding fosters
intellectual curiosity in and
Daniela Duque out of our classrooms… I
can confidently say that for
Jacob Baer the past forty years, CSN
has readied students to
jump unsuspected obstacles, Georgy Kurasov
challenge ourselves, and most In the Cafe
importantly prepare young Mixed Media on Canvas
men and women for their 33 x 27
futures.”
Birth of Myth
The Varsity cheerleaders Original Oil on Canvas
then took the field to 40 x 40
perform an exciting routine
to Stevie Wonder’s “Do I Lera
Do” played by the band. Mixed Media on Canvas
CSN Board President 28 x 24
John Allen followed with a
Message of Gratitude, saying,
“…The visionary founding
Board members are pioneers
sitting here beside me: Mrs.
Juliet Collier Sproul, Mr.
Clarke Swanson and Mr.
Tony Ridgway are giants in
the history of this school.
Their presence here today
stands as testament to the determination and hard work,
which was so necessary in those crucial early founding years.
It was their bold vision and uncommon commitment that
laid the foundation for the storied history of your school…
You can learn as much in a tent as you can in a cathedral,
given two things: the right teachers and the right attitude to
learning from those being taught. And that is the key to our
tremendous pride in what has been achieved at Community
School over the past four decades.”
The celebration concluded with a group of fifth graders
and Mrs. Richardson leading the crowd in singing the school
song, “CSN, CSN,” followed by “Happy Birthday!”

Community School of Naples, the largest PreK-12 independent school in Collier 239.691.2484 Leeza Arkhangelskaya | Owner
County, was established in 1982. CSN offers a rigorous college preparatory
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MIDDLE: Middle School Vocal Workshop MERCATO
BOTTOM LEFT: Dot Kent, Tony Ridgway, Moe Kent, John Allen, Elizabeth and
9115 Strada Pl, #5130
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ARTmIeeSt TthSe
Veronica Winters
TOP BOTTOM LEFT BOTTOM RIGHT
V eronica Winters, MFA, is a portrait "MIST OF THE SEA" "CELESTIAL DAY" "MIDNIGHT DREAM"
artist, instructor, curator, and book
author who paints a powerful connection 24 × 36 inches 16 x 20 inches 48 inches square
between humans and the universe Oil Painting on Canvas Colored Pencil on Wood Oil Painting on Canvas
through her figurative oil paintings and colored
pencil drawings. Symbolic and influenced by
classical artistic traditions, Winters’ work serves
as a tool—for herself and her viewers alike—to
experience the healing potential of painting.
In color, figure, and symbols, the artist paints a
relationship that exists between humanity and
higher consciousness, helping people connect
to themselves to feel balanced, inspired, and
at peace. Winters combines her imagination,
realist training, and divine guidance creating
visual stories in art. She shares the amazing
interconnectedness of the universe to create
a more loving world. The artist is nationally
recognized for her colored pencil drawing with
the publication of the art instruction books titled
The Colored Pencil Manual and How to Color Like
an Artist by Dover Publications. Veronica’s art
and writing has been published in numerous
magazines and art books, including Strokes of
Genius, Leisure Painter, Colored Pencil Magazine,
The Guide Artists, The Artist, The American Art
Collector, and the International Artist Magazine.
The artist studied art at OSU (BFA), Penn State
(MFA), the Grand Central Academy of Art and
the Art Students League in New York. Veronica
Winters’ art gallery and studio are located in
Naples, Florida.

Get in touch with Veronica or ∞ Don’t miss the Exhibition of Veronica's Works
view more of her portfolio.
Fine artist, author, and instructor, Veronica Winter’s is the “Artist of the month” exhibiting her
814.777.1802 paintings at the Collier County Government Center in May.
[email protected]
VeronicasArt.com The art show will display some of Winters’ ethereal portraits that honor the human connection
to the universe. The artist’s mission is to contribute to creation of a heart-centered world with her
paintings.

Where: Collier County Government Center, the Board of County Commissioners Chambers,
third floor, 3299 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL.

To see the show in person, contact: Aimee Trochessett, communication & customer relations
division | 239.252.8075 | [email protected]

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