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How to Live and Lead from a Place of Balance and Authenticity October 7, 2021 Share “The Kid and the King will take you on an epic journey into your soul and will help you come out feeling like you can conquer the world! Read it. Live it. Love it!” — NY Times best-selling author John Assaraf You’re on the perfect career trajectory. You live in a dream home with a view. You have a beautiful family, and your Instagram is populated with pictures from exotic locations around the world. Everything — at least on the surface — screams success. Inside, a battle wages. You’re supposed to be on cloud nine. Instead, you’re burned out, disconnected and just going through the motions. Why? Because these are the unintended negative consequences of goal setting and discipline, of having an adversarial relationship with yourself, and beating yourself up to get results, explains Executive Consultant Shasheen Shah. In his revolutionary new book, The Kid and the King, Shah opens his field-tested playbook to reveal the approach he has used one-on-one with top executives from companies such as Tesla, LinkedIn, Hewlett Packard, IBM and Ashley HomeStores, as well as many at the helms of startups, to help them realize not only outstanding business results, but also rewarding, balanced personal lives. “There is an inherent duality within the human psyche: one that seeks to protect and operates from fear (the Kid) and the other that knows no bounds (the King or Queen),” Shasheen explained. “Understanding and allowing this duality to peacefully coexist is the key to living a successful and fulfilling life.” In The Kid and the King, Shasheen takes readers on a step-by-step journey through the Emotional Mastery Process (EMP™), a system he uses to empower professionals worldwide, and provides compelling success stories that show his methods in action. His proven, life-changing insights and strategies include: • A 3-minute exercise that immediately reveals the hidden inner struggle that individuals face; • 5 questions that help empower individuals to choose emotions and take actions consistent with outcomes that are most important to them; • Powerful letter writing exercises that reframe the relationships individuals have with themselves and others from adversarial to a truly loving and compassionate perspective; • A series of tactical exercises designed to help individuals eliminate much of the inner struggle, learn what not to do when strong emotions surface and how to move from reaction to action; • And so much more. Practical, applicable and filled with meaningful life lessons, The Kid and the King equips you with the knowledge and the power you need to break through imagined limitations and propels you into a reengaged and reignited life. “Ultimately, fighting battles every day is exhausting and has a lot of undesirable side effects,” Shah added. “What is motivating the individual to get to the destination is a promise that life will all work out and they will feel good when they finally get there. I'm here to tell you that without doing the inner work — really doing the inner work — you'll be chasing that for the rest of your life and never find it ‘out there.’ It’s an inside job and not that complicated. You just have to have the courage to do it.” About Shasheen Shah As the founder and CEO of Coherent Strategies Consulting and Coaching, Shasheen Shah leads and guides his clients by example. Whether he’s pivoting to a plant-based diet to drop 40 or summiting Mount Kilimanjaro to ring in his 51st, Shasheen embodies and practices his own principles to shatter expectations. For more than 20 years, he has integrated wellness, lifestyle and business leadership strategies to consistently deliver paradigm-shifting results for executives all over the world. For more information, please visit: www.shasheen.com Connect with him on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter at: @shasheen < Previous News Next News >

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Celebrating The Cadet of the Year: Dedicated To Academics, Leadership, Service and School Involvement June 16, 2022 Share Congratulations to Cadet Colonel Van-Ainsley Planchar (pictured right holding check) for being named Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) Cadet of the Year. Van-Ainsley, a junior at Piper High School, has participated in JROTC for three years. The awards ceremony took place at Pompano Beach High School on May 20, 2022. Thirty-one cadets – one from each high school – were vying for the honor of being named BCPS JROTC Cadet of the Year. The cadets were evaluated on their academic performance, demonstrated leadership, community service and school involvement, as well as their JROTC participation. The remaining top finishers were runner-up Cadet Ashleigh Madar from Cooper City High School and Distinguished Cadets Anivens Jean-Louis from Boyd Anderson High School, Johnathan Onesemiuc from Hollywood Hills High School, Edward Garcia from Nova High School, Ashley Oliveira from Pompano Beach High School and Maraisa Carrion from South Broward High School. The JROTC Cadet of the Year and finalists received scholarships with a combined total of $5,000. In addition, five schools received $1,000 each to support their JROTC programs. The monetary awards were sponsored by Geico – Fort Lauderdale and the Broward County JROTC Support Association. The JROTC partnership between the U.S. Department of Defense and BCPS is completing its 49th year and has served more than 200,000 JROTC cadets. This school year, more than 6,000 students participated in JROTC programs Districtwide, sponsored by all four branches of the military. The Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (JROTC) is one of the largest character development and citizenship programs for youth in the world. The National Defense Act of 1916 established organized JROTC programs at public and private educational institutions. In 1964, Congress expanded the program to all military services and changed from active duty to shared support from the services and schools. As congressionally mandated by Title 10 United States Code, Section 2031, each military service must have a JROTC program to "instill in students in United States secondary educational institutions the values of citizenship, service to the United States, and personal responsibility and a sense of accomplishment." JROTC’s mission, "To Motivate Young People to be Better Citizens," is the guidepost for the program’s success. Broward County Schools has the largest JROTC program in the nation with a program in every traditional high school. There are twenty-nine programs, consisting of all services, and two Entrepreneur and Leadership Academies (ELMA), located at Hollywood Hills H.S., which opened in 2015 and Boyd Anderson H.S., which opened in the Fall of 2020. The graduation rate of the seniors remains at 99%, with 61% entering college or universities, and 21% entering the military. In addition to those entering the military, 18% of the cadets are accepted into our prestigious military service academies and Senior ROTC programs. For the fourth year in a row, Broward County JROTC program hosts the only summer camp of its kind where eligible cadets earn college credits. Each summer over 370 cadets participate in the STEM camp with 21% earning college credit and 100% earning First Aid and CPR Certifications. At the end of the year Broward County cadets will perform over 110,000 service hours covering all the cities in Broward County. In addition to supporting the local communities, 34% of the cadets participate in four County level events throughout the school year while accomplishing the mission of “motivating young people to be better citizens.” As JROTC students (Cadets) matriculate through the program, they experience opportunities to lead other Cadets. Successful completion of two years of JROTC class waives the full one credit physical education requirement AND the full one credit performing arts requirement. The JROTC faculty is led by 65 instructors, who are retired from active duty, reserve duty, or the National Guard. Instructors are trained and qualified in accordance with the National Defense Authorization Act 2007 to teach and mentor approximately 6,000 JROTC Cadets annually. To watch highlights of the BCPS JROTC Cadet of the Year ceremony visit https://www.eduvision.tv/l?etRAgLg If you would like to learn more about the District’s JROTC programs visit: https://www.browardschools.com/jrotc About Broward County Public Schools Broward County Public Schools (BCPS) is the sixth-largest school district in the nation and the second largest in the state of Florida. BCPS is Florida’s first fully accredited school system since 1962, serving more than 256,000 students and approximately 110,000 adult learners in 241 schools, centers and technical colleges, and 91 charter schools. BCPS supports a diverse student population representing 170 different countries and speaking 147 languages. To connect with BCPS, visit: https://www.browardschools.com/ follow us on Twitter @browardschools, on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/browardschools and download the free BCPS mobile app. < Previous News Next News >

Jackson Msimbe & Sabrina Mirabal By Jerry Jimenez, Navy Office of Community Outreach October 28, 2021 Share Hollywood & Pembroke Pines Natives Take Pride in Serving Their Country Petty Officer 1st Class Jackson Msimbe, a native of Hollywood, Florida, is serving with the U.S. Navy’s cutting-edge maritime patrol and reconnaissance aircraft squadron in Oak Harbor, Washington. Msimbe joined the Navy 11 years ago. Today, Msimbe serves as an aviation electronics technician. “Pretty much I was recruited out of college,” said Msimbe. “I was attracted by the education benefits and the opportunity of traveling around the world. I wanted a career path, something that would be stable for my future.” Msimbe serves with Maritime Patrol Squadron Forty-Seven, a high-tech maritime patrol and reconnaissance squadron tasked with monitoring the world’s oceans in the state-of-the-art P-8A “Poseidon.” Msimbe attended Miami Jackson Senior High School and graduated in 2004. Today, Msimbe uses skills and values similar to those found in Hollywood. “Growing up the biggest thing was the cultural diversity,” said Msimbe. “It helped to bring these lessons to the Navy. When I joined the Navy, I was able to work with people from different walks of life.” These lessons have helped Msimbe while serving in the Navy supporting the P-8 Poseidon mission. The P-8 Poseidon mission is to conduct maritime patrol and reconnaissance as well as long-range anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface warfare and intelligence gathering missions. They deploy around the globe to monitor the world’s oceans wherever they are needed. The P-8A Poseidon, the Navy’s newest maritime, patrol and reconnaissance aircraft, is a replacement aircraft for the legacy P-3C “Orion”. According to Navy officials, leveraging the experience and technology of the successful P-3C “Orion” with the needs of the fleet, the P-8A is designed to be combat-capable, and to improve an operator’s ability to efficiently conduct anti-submarine warfare; anti-surface warfare; and intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance missions. Serving in the Navy means Msimbe is part of a world that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy. “We keep the water safe and the freedom of navigation contributes to economic prosperity back home,” said Msimbe. With more than 90 percent of all trade traveling by sea, and 95 percent of the world’s international phone and internet traffic carried through fiber optic cables lying on the ocean floor, Navy officials continue to emphasize that the prosperity and security of the United States is directly linked to a strong and ready Navy. According to Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday, four priorities will focus efforts on sailors, readiness, capabilities and capacity. “For 245 years, in both calm and rough waters, our Navy has stood the watch to protect the homeland, preserve freedom of the seas, and defend our way of life,” said Gilday. “The decisions and investments we make this decade will set the maritime balance of power for the rest of this century. We can accept nothing less than success.” Msimbe and other sailors have many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during their military service. “I'm most proud of attaining my master's degree in health care administration using the Navy tuition assistance program, while still doing my job as an aviation electronics technician and while on sea duty,” said Msimbe. “I'm also proud of being selected for the 2019 in the Arena award.” As Msimbe and other sailors continue to train and perform the missions to support national defense, they take pride in serving their country in the United States Navy. “To me, serving in the Navy means sacrifice,” added Msimbe. “It's a great opportunity to serve others and be humble and develop yourself to have a bright future. It's not about me, it's about others.” Sabrina Mirabal Petty Officer 3rd Class Sabrina Mirabal, a native of Pembroke Pines, Florida, serves the U.S. Navy aboard the guided-missile destroyer operating out of Everett, Washington. Mirabal joined the Navy two years ago. Today, Mirabal serves as a sonar technician aboard USS Sampson based in Everett, Washington. “I joined the Navy for new beginnings and opportunities,” said Mirabal. Mirabal attended Charles W. Flanagan High School and graduated in 2019. Today, Mirabal uses skills and values similar to those found in Pembroke Pines. “I learned that everyone deserves the benefit of the doubt and the chance to do better,” said Mirabal. These lessons have helped Mirabal while serving aboard USS Sampson. A Navy destroyer is a multi-mission ship that can operate independently or as part of a larger group of ships at sea. The ship is equipped with tomahawk missiles, torpedoes, guns and a phalanx close-in weapons system. More than 300 sailors serve aboard USS Sampson. Their jobs are highly specialized, requiring both dedication and skill. The jobs range from maintaining engines to handling weaponry along with a multitude of other assignments that keep the ship mission-ready at all times. Serving in the Navy means Mirabal is part of a team that is taking on new importance in America’s focus on rebuilding military readiness, strengthening alliances and reforming business practices in support of the National Defense Strategy. “We contribute to national security by using diplomacy to rally allies and isolate threats,” said Mirabal. Mirabal and other sailors have many opportunities to achieve accomplishments during their military service. “I am super proud of graduating from sonar technician school and doing a job I care about,” said Mirabal. As Mirabal and other sailors continue to train and perform the missions to support national defense, they take pride in serving their country in the United States Navy. “It's a very interesting stepping stone in my life," added Mirabal. 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Health Care Premiums Rising: Some Just Cannot Afford To Have Insurance - And That Is Alarming September 22, 2022 Share This year when the talk about health insurance came up, everyone was warned that premiums could go up as much as 50%. Guess what? The reality has hit home - and as many are renewing for next year - they are being hit in the face - in ways financially that all of us have never seen before. Alice and Greg Wilson are being affected in a way where both Hallandale Beach residents are in fear of losing their home. That is how bad things have gotten. Alice, 62, is a part time employee - and her husband, 63, works full-time, making just over the amount that is allowed - where neither are eligible for a subsidy. The panic has already set in for Greg, who now pays $1,245.00 a month and his wife, who found a less expensive $950.00 a month policy that is a bare minimum - with higher co-pays and a deductible that is laughable. “I am ready to scream,” Alice said. “I have cried myself to sleep many a night, thinking how are we going to make it - when we are not making any money and living paycheck to paycheck. We are being penalized for working our tails off for over 40 years and now having to wait three years to get any assistance. We will be out on the street.” Alice has contacted the Government and marketplace a number of times - and while they are sympathetic about what is going on - they are not helping at all. “We live in South Florida - which is one of the most expensive areas to be,” Alice pointed out. “When awarding subsidies that could make life easier for people in their 60’s, they are doing the opposite. There are so many people I talked to - in our age group - that are not taking insurance, opting to pay the much cheaper penalty.” The Wilson’s are certainly not alone. This is a problem that will end up affecting everyone - over time. The reality of all this, is premiums are up, deductibles and out-of-pocket caps are higher and provider networks are smaller for the most affordable plans. Consumers who have been affected the most include working-age individuals who expect to make more this year and don’t qualify for employer based insurance. In that group are small business owners, early retirees with lucrative investment incomes, real estate sales reps, accountants, insurance brokers, some doctors and nurses, accountants and bookkeepers and other independent contractors. Employers Hold The Key The days of your employers paying for the entire insurance premium are over. The rising cost has forced these companies to make adjustments and over time, everyone is not thrilled. The employer portion of health insurance that you pay varies depending on your business’s size and the type of coverage. Though there is no single answer to how much employers do pay for health insurance, there are average amounts. Most insurance companies require employers to cover at least half of the employee’s premium. This makes insurance more affordable for employees. The Affordable Care Act (ACA) sets the rules for employer-sponsored health insurance. Whether you have to provide coverage depends on your business size. An employer’s size is determined by the number of its full-time employees, including full-time equivalents. Some of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act, or health care law, apply only to small employers, generally those with fewer than 50 full-time employees, including full-time equivalent employees. If your employer has fewer than 50 employees, but is a member of a group with a certain level of common or related ownership with 50 or more full-time employees, including full-time equivalent employees, the business is subject to the rules for large employers. The ACA represents a tremendous step forward on the path toward meaningful health system reform. Under the Affordable Care Act, patients who may have been uninsured due to preexisting conditions or limited finances can secure affordable health plans through the health insurance marketplace in their state. In a recent effort to improve access to health care for millions of Americans, the Biden-Harris Administration proposed a new rule to overhaul the enrollment processes for Medicaid, the Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Basic Health Programs (BHPs), and eliminate arbitrary coverage caps for children in CHIP. In a Notice of Proposed Rule Making (NPRM), the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is working to reduce red tape and simplify application and verification processes to make it easier for children, older adults and people with lower incomes with Medicaid and CHIP coverage to enroll in and retain vital health insurance. This proposed rule follows President Biden’s executive orders in April 2022 and January 2021 directing federal agencies to take action to expand affordable, quality health coverage, including by strengthening Medicaid and the Affordable Care Act. A recent study estimated that only about half of eligible low-income individuals enrolled in Medicare were also enrolled in Medicare Savings Programs. This proposed rule would automatically consider older adults for Medicare Savings Programs enrollment when they apply for low-income subsidies to help pay for Part D Medicare coverage, reducing the burdens of both time and expense by eliminating the need to complete multiple applications. < Previous News Next News >

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The Power Of The Individual: Whatever You Can Conceive, You Can Achieve By Bryan Golden April 28, 2022 Share “You can’t fight city hall.” “What can one person do?” “Things never change.” “That’s just the way it is.” “There’s nothing you can do.” “You’re just beating your head against the wall.” “You have to learn how to accept reality.” You’ve probably heard all of the above phrases. The only purpose they serve is to obstruct individual initiative and achievement. This results in the propagation of the erroneous belief that individuals are at the mercy of groups, governments and committees. History has repeatedly shown that the power of the individual is the basis for all discoveries and advances. There has never been a statue erected to any group. Just think of all the notable people you are aware of. After many years of conditioning, we conclude that we are virtually powerless as individuals. It’s ironic that we develop this erroneous belief in the face of thousands of years of evidence to the contrary. Holding on to this outlook impedes on your success and can even limit your happiness. Feeling powerless as an individual leads to the formation of a victim mentality. This attitude causes you to blame others for your circumstances while looking outside yourself for solutions. In doing so, you put the direction of your life in someone else’s hands. Within you exists the power to change, innovate and create. Don’t be deterred by truisms. I’ll debunk each one listed in the first paragraph. As you exercise your power on a consistent basis, you will make things happen rather than waiting for them to happen. “You can’t fight city hall.” The government is nothing more than a collection of individuals who are supposed to serve the people. You can fight city hall if you have a strong enough motivation and drive. The history of our country is filled with individuals who took a stand and made a difference. “What can one person do?” Every accomplishment starts with one person who has a dream. Some people are leaders who attract others to their cause. Some people work alone. Either way, everything that has ever been attained is traceable to an individual. “Things never change.” Circumstances don’t change on their own. If you want things to change, you have to change them. It doesn’t matter how old you are or how long your situation has persisted. You can begin to take action today to change it. “That’s just the way it is.” If this were true, the human race would never have advanced from living in caves. This phrase is used to justify inaction. Things are the way they are until one person decides to alter them. “There’s nothing you can do.” If you are willing to put in the effort, there is always something you can do. When you do nothing, nothing happens. It is a proven fact that it’s the squeaky wheel that gets the grease. “You’re just beating your head against the wall.” A definition of insanity is doing the same thing and expecting a different result. If what you are doing isn’t working, alter your strategy. Often, only a small adjustment is needed for a successful outcome. “You have to learn how to accept reality.” Whose reality does this statement refer to? Your reality is defined by your beliefs. If you think something is possible, you are right. Conversely, if you feel something is impossible, you are also right. Your mind won’t allow you to act in a manner contrary to your ideology. As an individual, you have the power to accomplish anything you set your mind to. Looking anywhere else for satisfaction in your life will lead to disappointment. Whatever you can conceive and believe, you as an individual, can achieve. < Previous News Next News >

Israel Sci-Tech Schools Opens 2026-2027 Academic Year With 12,000 Students Across 38 Vocational Colleges Jewish Connection News Oct 22, 2026 New Tracks Include Medical Equipment And Biotechnology Engineering With Ichilov, Electric Vehicle Engineering, And Mechatronics Yesterday, Israel Sci-Tech Schools (ISTS) Colleges Launched The 2026-2027 Academic Year With An Enrollment Of 12,000 Students Across 38 Vocational Colleges Nationwide, Reflecting Interest In Practical Engineering And Technology Education. The majority of ISTS students are enrolled in practical engineering programs, fields that serve as a foundation for Israel's advanced technology and industrial sectors. The ISTS college network trains more than 30% of all practical engineers in Israel's technological education tracks for the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) and beyond. This year, ISTS Colleges are introducing new and expanded specialized tracks: • Expansion of practical engineering training programs for Haredi (ultra-Orthodox) students, leading to full military service in the IDF. More than 30 classes are planned to open nationwide this academic year. • Unique collaboration with Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov): launch of two specialized programs, Medical Equipment Practical Engineering and Biotechnology Practical Engineering. Studies will take place at ISTS Singalovski College in Tel Aviv. • Partnership with the Israel Trade Association of Automotive Services: launch of a program in Electric Vehicle Practical Engineering. Studies will take place at ISTS Jerusalem College. • Specialized classes offering a direct pathway into industry: in partnership with OPC Energy Ltd., a Mechatronics Engineering program will be offered at ISTS Hermelin College in Netanya. “As Israel’s largest and leading network of technological colleges, we have a national responsibility. For thousands of young men and women across the country, our colleges are where the future begins. We see our mission as making higher technological education accessible to all, promoting social mobility, and narrowing the gaps in Israeli society,” said Yossi Yashi, Chief of the Colleges Division at ISTS. “Every student who completes a practical engineering program at ORT gains more than a profession: they gain a pathway to an advanced technological degree, a rewarding career, and a better future for themselves and their families. At the same time, our graduates make up the skilled workforce that Israel’s industrial and high-tech sectors rely on, and investing in them is a direct investment in the strength and resilience of Israel’s economy.” The ISTS network provides a diverse range of educational opportunities: practical engineering, diploma studies, technological preparatory programs, and academic horizon tracks that enable graduates to complete full academic degrees. Committed to excellence and innovation, ISTS Colleges work in close cooperation with government ministries, the IDF, the high-tech industry, and other major sectors to design curricula that meet real-world industry needs. Graduates of ISTS programs go on to hold key positions in Israel's public and private sectors and within the country's thriving startup ecosystem. About Israel Sci-Tech Schools: Founded in 1949, Israel Sci-Tech Schools is Israel’s largest independent charter school network, educating 100,000 students across 264 middle and high schools, vocational training centers, and colleges of practical engineering in 54 municipalities. The network delivers inclusive, life-changing iSTEAM education (innovation, science, technology, engineering, arts, and math) to students from all backgrounds—Jewish (secular to Haredi), Muslim, Christian, Bedouin, and Druze—regardless of gender, religion, or socio-economic status. Through academic excellence and values-driven leadership, the network empowers students to succeed in high-demand 21st-century careers and helps close social and economic gaps in Israeli society. At the ISTS Singalovski College in Tel Aviv. Photo credit: Courtesy of Israel Sci-Tech Schools (ISTS) Colleges. Previous Next

Is It A Lemon? Is It A Lime? Try ... An Etrog By Rabbi Moishe Kievman - Chabad Chayil October 5, 2023 Share As the seasons change from summer to fall and families spend more time inside, the Jewish community of South Florida will celebrate the annual holiday of Sukkot by heading outdoors. Sukkot, also known as the holiday of booths, began this year on sundown on Friday, September 29th and will conclude on the evening of Friday, October 6th. The two day holiday of Shemini Atzeret and Simchat Torah immediately follows Sukkot, beginning the evening of Saturday, October 7th and ending on Sunday, October 8th. During Sukkot, we remember G-d's kindness to us during our journey through the desert by dwelling in a sukkah--a hut of temporary construction with a roof covering of branches--for the duration of the Sukkot festival. For seven days and nights, we eat all our meals in the sukkah and otherwise regard it as our home. The temporary booths emphasize how the world and the Jewish people rely on G-d’s protection. Eating under the stars allows us to truly thank G-d and see the blessings that surround us. Sukkot is a wonderful way for us to continue celebrating and connecting with our Judaism after the High Holidays. Another unique holiday practice is the gathering of four different species. The taking of the Four Kinds: an Etrog (a rare citrus fruit, originally from Italy, but now also commonly grown in Morocco & Israel), a Lulav (palm frond), Hadassim (myrtles) and Aravot (willows), tied together with Lulav leafs. On each day of the festival, except for Shabbat, we take the Four Kinds, recite a blessing over them, bring them together in our hands and wave them in all six directions. The Four Kinds represent the diverse types and personalities that make up our community, and whose intrinsic unity we emphasize on Sukkot. Chabad Houses and many synagogues throughout Florida will be available to help each family plan a sukkah during the weeks leading up to the start of the holiday. They will also all be equipped with a Lulav & Etrog set for anyone to use, free of charge. Many Chabads will also have available Etrog and Lulav sets for you to order, as it is preferable to actually own your own set. They will be offering guidance and classes for all community members interested in learning more about the holiday. Drawing from the gravity of Rosh Hashanah and Yom Kippur, Sukkot gives us the chance to celebrate the sweetness of nature and to thank G-d for His protection. Sukkot touches all five senses: the sweet smell of the Etrog, the feel of the palm branch and twigs in your hand, the sights and sounds of the sukkah around us and the taste of the festival’s feasts. Sukkot, referred to as the holiday of rejoicing, comes just five days after Yom Kippur, the day of atonement. The group of four plants, including the Etrog fruit, are replete with symbolic meaning, including the fall harvest and gathering season, and the unity of the Jewish people. We encourage you to contact your local Chabad or synagogue to celebrate the holiday. You’re of course welcome to join us at Chabad Chayil for a community meal in the Sukkah, Shabbat or any of the holiday nights. Reservations can be made via: (305) 770-1919. Or: www.ChabadChayil.org/High-Holidays - You can also use our Sukkah any time of day or night 24/7. We’ll leave the lights on for you, and keep a set of Lulav and Etrog for use any time during the day. To learn more about the holiday, or to order a Lulav & Etrog, visit: www.ChabadChayil.org/Sukkah The Author Rabbi Kievman together with his wife are the ambassadors of The Rebbe to Highland Lakes, FL. They are the founders of Gan Chabad Preschool, your local CTeen & CKids chapters, CHAP - an afterschool program for Jewish children in Public Schools and direct Chabad Chayil. He’s the Rabbi at The Family Shul and can be reached at: (305) 770-1919. Or: rabbi@ChabadChayil.org . < Previous News Next News >

Take The Next Step Toward Your Future - Florida Lottery Reminds Students To Apply For Bright Futures By Monday, August 31st, 2026 South Florida Sun Times Aug 27, 2026 As Students Across Florida Prepare To Head Back To School, The Florida Lottery Is Reminding Eligible Students To Submit Their Florida Financial Aid Application (FFAA) By Monday, August 31st, 2026 To Be Considered For A Bright Futures Scholarship. “Back to school season marks the beginning of new opportunities for students across our state,” said Florida Lottery Secretary Reginald D. Dixon. “The Bright Futures Scholarship Program has helped generations of Florida students turn their dreams into reality by providing critical support throughout their educational journeys. We advise every student to learn more about the program and understand the requirements they must meet to receive a Bright Futures Scholarship.” “Education has the power to change lives and build a stronger future for Florida and the nation. It gives students the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to achieve their goals and become engaged, productive citizens,” said Florida Commissioner of Education Henry Mack. “I encourage every eligible student to complete their Florida Financial Aid Application by Monday, August 31st, 2026 and take this important step toward turning their educational dreams into reality.” For more than three decades, the Bright Futures Scholarship Program has helped make educational opportunities more accessible for Florida students. Funded by the Florida Lottery, the program has provided more than $51 Billion in educational funding, helping more than one million students pursue higher education and career training at Florida colleges, universities, career and technical education programs. The Bright Futures Scholarship Program rewards Florida students for academic achievement and community involvement while helping make higher education and career education more affordable. Students interested in applying or learning more about eligibility requirements can visit: https://brightfuturesroadmap.com . Or: https://floridabrightfutures.gov . To help students and families navigate the application process, the Florida Lottery has released a new Public Service Announcement (PSA) highlighting key eligibility requirements and emphasizing the Monday, August 31st, 2026 FFAA deadline. Additional Bright Futures PSAs are available in both English and Spanish, covering topics including award options, career and technical education pathways, and scholarship requirements. Watch the Monday, August 31st, 2026 FFAA Deadline PSA. The complete collection of Bright Futures PSA’s are available on the Florida Lottery’s YouTube channel. About The Florida Lottery The Florida Lottery is responsible for contributing more than $51 Billion to enhance education and sending more than one million students to Florida’s colleges, universities, and technical schools through the Bright Futures Scholarship Program. The Florida Lottery reinvests 99 percent of its revenue into Florida's economy through prize payouts, commissions to more than 13,600 Lottery retailers, and transfers to education. Since 1988, Florida Lottery games have paid over $110 Billion in prizes and created more than 4,900 millionaires. For more information, please visit: www.floridalottery.com . And be sure to follow the Florida Lottery on: Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, and X to stay informed. Credit: https://floridalottery.com/education/bright-futures Previous Next

Fire Rescue to Unveil Lifesaving Equipment from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation July 28, 2022 Share This year, thanks to a $36,175 grant from Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation, the heroes of City of Hollywood Fire Rescue and Beach Safety will be better equipped to save the lives of their fellow citizens in motor vehicle accidents. On Thursday, August 4th at 10 a.m., City of Hollywood Fire Rescue and Beach Safety will unveil its newest extrication equipment, made possible by a $36,175 grant from the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation. Proceeds from purchases made at U.S. Firehouse Subs restaurants provided the funding for this grant award. The tools will assist first responders by dramatically reducing the time it takes them to safely and efficiently extricate victims involved in motor vehicle accidents above ground and underwater. The equipment will also give the department the capability to respond to complex incidents involving heavy trucks, as well as cut and spread ultra-hardened steels found in newer vehicles. To celebrate the receipt of the awarded equipment, City of Hollywood Fire Rescue and Beach Safety Deputy Chief Mark Miller will join local Firehouse Subs Franchisee Ulises Lacentre in acknowledging the grant award and demonstrating the new equipment during this in-person event. The Foundation In the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina Firehouse Subs founders, Chris Sorensen and Robin Sorensen, traveled to Mississippi, as they traveled back to Florida exhausted and exhilarated, they knew we could do more and the Firehouse Subs Public Safety Foundation was born. < Previous News Next News >