Who We Are Debra Zelman Rapoport Editor/Publisher Adam Jacob Account Executive April 2016 COVER STORY “Although we’re not close to finding a cure yet, that’s my goal, but it’s really far away” – Swathi Srinivasan Tybee Zuckerman Proofreader Jerry Zelman Vice President of Operations Stephen Valentine Art Director Letters to the Editor Write to us and tell us what you think. Beachwood Buzz magazine welcomes all Letters to the Editor. Please send all letters via email to beachwoodbuzz@gmail.com. Letters must have the contact’s name and phone number. Phone numbers will not be published. Calendar Section Please send information about clubs, organizations, events and meetings. The deadline is the 10th of each month. Email information to beachwoodbuzz@gmail.com Article Submissions Beachwood Buzz welcomes your story ideas. If you have a story idea or photos you would like to share, email beachwoodbuzz@gmail.com. All articles and photos will be reviewed by the publisher, and the person submitting the information will be contacted. Subscriptions Beachwood Buzz is distributed via the U.S. Post Office to every resident and every business, every month. If you live outside our distribution area, subscriptions are available by sending your name, address and a check for $30 (12 issues) to Beachwood Buzz P.O. Box 22194 Beachwood, Ohio 44122 Beachwood Buzz is published monthly. Reproduction in whole or in part in any manner without the written permission of the publisher is strictly prohibited. BHS Student Strives to Outsmart Alzheimer’s Disease Also Inside: City Council Update You and Your Schools EntrovationCLE • PTO Garage Sale Race for the Place • The Race Events • Programs • and much more! April 2016 n Beachwood Buzz 1 Swathi Srinivasan, a Beachwood High School junior, hasn’t had a single minute to get her temporary driver’s license, and it’s an exceptionally long overdue task. She’s even been heavily bribed and coaxed by her eager parents. Instead, Swathi has been spending time in science labs and conducting research that supports solving the enigma that is Alzheimer’s disease. “Although we’re not close to finding a cure yet, that’s my goal, but it’s really far away,” Swathi says. Full story on page 8. Cover story photos by Scott Morrison, Discovery Photo City Council Update • Pages 24-27 Low Property Tax Rates Beachwood Family Aquatic Center Registration Blood Drive High-Tech Upgrades Heritage Home Program Upcoming Meetings RX Drug Drop Box Free Personal Shred Day for Residents Hydrant Flushing Art Exhibits Rain Barrel Workshop Muffins with the Mayor 13 The Musical Hazardous Household Waste Round-Up You and Your Schools • Pages 28-31 Beachwood Receives A’s on Report Card BHS Alumni Association is Looking for You City Schools Receive Aaa Rating from Moody’s Speech and Debate Club Tournaments Candidates for United States Presidential Scholars Bryden Students Celebrate Diversity Stop the Hate After Prom Advertise your business in one of our special sections this April! Advertise your business in one of our special sections in May! Contact: Sales@beachwoodbuzzmag.com or call 216.297.0200 Wellness What you need to know and where you need to go to stay fit and healthy Health & AfTer sChool ACTiviTies & LeSSonS LeArneD... Celebrate your mom and all the moms out there! Afterschool programs to help kids learn outside of school! Editorial Information Call 216.297.0200 or email beachwoodbuzz@gmail.com Cool Trends Spruce up your home, inside and out Restaurant Special • Call or email for details! Warm Days Advertising Information call 216.297.0200 or email sales@beachwoodbuzzmag.com P.O. Box 22194 Beachwood, Ohio 44122 Contact: Sales@beachwoodbuzzmag.com April 2016 n Beachwood Buzz 5