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Michael DeRose of the McLean Rotary Club presents one of this year’s Youth Service awards to McLean High School student Cecilia Lam.

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Photo by Mike DiCicco/The Connection Photo www.ConnectionNewspapers.comFebruary 11-17, 2009 ❖ Volume XXIII, Number 6 Read us online McLeanat connectionnewspapers.com Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 ❖ 1 2 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection Editor Kemal Kurspahic News 703-917-6428 or [email protected] Recognizing Teens Who Serve Others Koger McLean Rotary bestows annual Sentenced Youth Service awards. Hundreds of local homeowners associa- nsup Lee is president of Langley High ISchool’s Korean Club and a member of tions victimized. the National Honor Society, and he tu- tors other students while earning perfect grades. The high-school senior’s interest in effrey Scott Koger, 39 of Oak Hill, Korea’s diplomatic history led him to start was sentenced last week in federal a program for summarizing and catalogu- Jcourt to more than five years in ing documents on that subject in the Library prison and ordered to pay more of Congress. than $2 million in restitution. However, none of these are the reason he Koger embezzled more than $3 million received one of the McLean Rotary Club’s from many of the 400-plus Northern Vir- Youth Service awards, presented at a lun- ginia homeowners associations that con- cheon last Tuesday, Feb. 3. Recipients of the tracted services from his family’s company, awards are chosen for their embodiment of Koger Management Group, located in the Rotary motto, “Service above self.” Fairfax. Lee was one of three area students cho- Rotarian Michael DeRose introduces Langley student Insup Lee, who KMG collected homeowners association sen for the awards this year. Also receiving works to give hope and inspiration to other teens battling cancer. dues and provided a variety of financial and plaques and $400 checks were Cecilia Lam Photos by Mike DiCicco/The Connection maintenance services for the HOAs. of McLean High School and Elyse Marriott Homeowners associations in virtually every of the Potomac School. part of Northern Virginia were affected, in- cluding in Ashburn, Chantilly, Arlington, ROTARIAN MICHAEL DEROSE, who Burke, Springfield, McLean, Reston, Mount organizes the youth awards program, now Vernon and Alexandria, among others. in its fourth year, said Lee’s nomination was Neither the United States government nor among the most overwhelming he had ever Jeffrey Koger’s defense attorney call his seen. “This is one of the most remarkable criminal actions “sophisticated,” but Koger stories,” he told the Rotarians gathered for used more than 140 bank wire transfers to the luncheon at the Lutheran Church of the move the money for his own purposes. The Redeemer. embezzlement was conducted over the Diagnosed with leukemia, now in remis- course of several years. sion, Lee founded To the Next Stage, an “The defendant took steps to cover up and organization that encourages teens with explain away his criminal behavior which cancer to continue their studies and pursue made his theft more difficult to detect,” ac- their goals. Lee also shares his story as a cording to Assistant U.S. Attorney Jack counselor at Camp Fantastic, a camp for Hanly. “A significant term of incarceration children with cancer. He created a back-to- is needed to reflect the seriousness of the school program for parents of children with defendant’s crime, to impose just punish- cancer, was the speaker at the Growing ment, and to deter him from future of- Hope annual picnic and volunteers with fenses.” patients at Children’s National Medical Cen- Koger, who also faces criminal charges in ter for Oncology and Hematology. From left, Youth Service awards organizer Michael DeRose poses with Fairfax County (see below), pleaded guilty “When I shook his hand for the first time, award winners Insup Lee, Elyse Marriott and Cecillia Lam, as well as to wire fraud and tax evasion last Novem- I knew this young man was destined to go McLean Rotary president Lois Wilson and Stan Richards of the Rotary ber. on to do great things,” said Jennifer Foundation. U.S. District Court Judge Leonie M. Baldesare, the Langley counselor who Brinkema sentenced Koger Friday, Feb. 6 to nominated Lee for the award, adding native House, Vienna’s crisis shelter for 66 months in prison and ordered that he that he “exemplified what it means to put “He’s truly a real mentor and teens, and is working with another pay more than $1.2 million in restitution others before self” and was also one of McLean student to create a video that as well as $775,272 to the IRS for tax eva- the best students she had known. all these patients have will promote community relations with sion. Through To the Next Stage, Lee had the shelter. And Lam volunteers at the Koger was the former Chief Financial Of- motivated other teens by talking about benefited from his strength.” Holocaust Museum, where she gives pre- ficer of his father’s real estate management his own experiences and distributed — Jennifer Baldesare sentations and acts as a translator for firm, Koger Management Group, which filed pamphlets about teen cancer at local Chinese and Hispanic visitors, and men- for bankruptcy in July 2007. Robert Koger, hospitals, Baldesare said. “He’s truly a real enced by music and she used music to in- tors young musicians in the Queens Taiwan- the defendant’s father, reported to the mentor and all these patients have benefited fluence the lives of those around her.” A ese Evangelical Church Summer Youth Or- Fairfax City Police in November 2006 that from his strength.” classical violinist, Lam founded and leads chestra. he believed his son had embezzled DeRose asked whether he correctly un- Union of Productive Performances, through $800,000, kicking off the investigation. derstood that Lee had kept his grades up which she assembles musicians from her HER GUIDANCE COUNSELOR, Isabelle “The defendant’s crimes caused substan- during three months of daily chemotherapy. school to give free concerts at the Rahn, said Lam “represents what is best in tial harm to numerous individuals, includ- He had. Asked where he would be attend- Lewinsville Senior Residences. The perform- today’s youth.” She also noted that Lam ing: KMG which was forced to dissolve and ing college, Lee said he wasn’t sure — he ers encourage audience participation and would be performing at the Kennedy Cen- declare bankruptcy; KMG’s employees, had been accepted by Stanford, but was still engage the seniors in discussions about ter later this month at Youth Orchestra Day many of whom lost their jobs as a result of waiting to hear from Harvard. music, as it relates to different periods in with the National Symphony. the dissolution; the more than 350 HOA Introducing Lam, DeRose said, “This is their lives. Lam said she started Union of Productive someone whose life has been greatly influ- She also organizes fund-raisers for Alter- See Rotarians, Page 7 See New, Page 5 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 ❖ 3 News Blocking Metrorail Bulova Becomes Chairman Noise Democrat wins Wolf, MWAA special election by “Working together, we will come exchange letters. slim margin Feb. 3. through these difficult financial times.” — Fairfax Chairman Sharon Bulova t appears that the McLean Citi- By Julia O’Donoghue zens Association (MCA) has U.S. The Connection Photo by I Rep. Frank Wolf (R-10) on its side with regard to noise mitigation along ormer Braddock District Su- the Dulles Access Road Extension. But

pervisor Sharon Bulova (D) Julia O’Donoghue it is not yet clear what measures will Fwas sworn in as the Fairfax be taken to reduce noise from exist- County Board of Supervisor’s new- ing traffic and the coming Metrorail est chairman at the county government cen- along that stretch of the Dulles Trans- ter Feb. 6. portation Corridor. Bulova defeated Springfield Supervisor Last year, members of the MCA Plan- Patrick Herrity (R) by 1,217 votes, a mar- ning and Zoning Committee co-chair gin of less than two percent, in a special /The Connection Mark Zetts and other members of the election for the countywide seat three days association’s board of directors took earlier. She replaces now U.S. Rep. Gerry measurements of the noise already Connolly (D-11), who left the office to join generated by traffic along the exten- the U.S. Congress in early January. sion of Route 267 that runs from Route A 21-year county board veteran, Bulova 123 to Interstate 66, through the serves as chair of the supervisor’s budget southwest corner of the McLean area. committee and was a founder of the Vir- Sharon Bulova addressed the crowd after her swearing in as Fairfax At the association’s January meet- ginia Railway Express (VRE), a commuter County chairman Feb. 6. ing, Zetts presented the results of the train to Washington D.C. with stations in study, saying the measurements more southern and central Fairfax. or less resembled those documented

In opening remarks at the swearing Contributed by Fairf in the Dulles Rail Project’s environ- in ceremony, Fairfax County public in- Fairfax County Chairman mental impact study but were often formation officer Merni Fitzgerald also higher than the Washington Metro- said Bulova had “championed the re- Special Election Results politan Area Transportation development of Tysons Corner as an en- Fairfax County provided these returns for the Fairfax Authority’s (WMATA) standard of 50 County chairman special election Feb. 3. vironmental project,” while serving as decibels. The MCA passed a resolution Braddock District supervisor. District Voter Bulova Herrity calling for sound walls to be com- Turnout (%) ax County Govt. pleted along the route, before rail con- Braddock 22.7 8,750 5,849 AS CHAIRMAN, Bulova has her work Hunter Mill 15.5 6,655 5,129 struction begins, wherever noise ex- cut out for her in 2009. Fairfax County Dranesville 17.1 5,810 6,252 ceeds standards. must close a projected $650 million Lee 13.3 4,665 3,489 Currently, there are gaps in sound Mason 15.7 4,510 3,519 budget hole in the annual budget that Mount Vernon 14.7 5,066 5,256 wall coverage along the residential ar- begins in July. Providence 14.7 5,148 4,356 eas on both sides of the road and the Approximately 75 percent of the lo- Springfield 18.9 5,758 9,155 concern is that rail construction and Sully 11.9 3,437 5,023 cal government’s revenue comes from Judge Jan Brodie swore in Absentee - 2,150 2,704 operation will produce more noise. real estate taxes and the county’s prop- Sharon Bulova as the new Total 16.1 51,965 50,759 Following the resolution, Wolf sent erty values have fallen significantly. The Fairfax County chairman Feb. 6. a letter to Metropolitan Washington supervisors would have to raise the real Airports Authority (MWAA) president estate property tax rate 14 to 15 cents just As chairman, Bulova will also push for Herrity said the election results prove that James Bennett, asking that the orga- to keep county revenue at the same level as the extension of Metro rail west in the In- not all residents are pleased with the direc- nization work with WMATA and the last year. terstate 66 corridor and the expansion of tion of the county’s leadership in recent Virginia Department of Transportation According to Bulova, residents should VRE services, she said. years. (VDOT) to provide sound barriers brace themselves for some cuts to county “I am going to continue to stand up for along the length of the Dulles Rail services, though Fairfax will try to take care HERRITY, whose father served as board what I believe in. … Clearly there is a dif- Project. About a week later, Bennett of its most vulnerable citizens. chairman in the 1970s and 1980s, attended ference of opinion in the county,” he said. responded, assuring that the Airports “We will adopt changes that will bring our Bulova’s swearing-in ceremony. Authority would adhere to a uniform budget into equilibrium …[But we] need His race with Bulova is the closest high- THE ELECTION RESULTS do not neces- standard of noise abatement along the to take care of those among us who need profile countywide contest between a sarily reflect the views of the larger elec- corridor. our help now more than ever,” said the new Democrat and Republican in several years. torate. Voter turnout for the special elec- “I don’t know what this means, but chairman at the swearing in ceremony. The last two Fairfax County chairmen, both tion, at 16.1 percent, was low countywide. I do know our representatives are very “Working together, we will come through Democrats, won their seats by a larger mar- Of the Fairfax’s nine magisterial districts, interested in seeing some kind of noise these difficult financial times. … The dark- gin than Bulova did last week. Braddock — which Bulova has represented mitigation along that stretch of the est hour is just before the dawn,” she added. Former chairman Kate Hanley beat former for over 20 years — had the highest voter Dulles Access Road Extension,” Zetts Supervisor Elaine McConnell (R-Spring- turnout of 22 percent. Springfield — which said. THOUGH FACING a tough situation, field) in a 1995 special election with 52 Herrity and his father have both represented He said MWAA had also promised Fairfax County’s economy is also resilient, percent of the vote and approximately 3,500 — had the second highest, with 18.9 per- low walls directly along either side of according to Bulova. ballots. In 2004, Connolly won his first cent. the tracks to block the sound of the Hilton Hotels recently decided to move chairman’s race by nine points and approxi- With 11.9 percent, Sully was the magis- wheels running along the rail, but he its headquarters to Fairfax over other local mately 17,000 ballots. terial district with the lowest turnout in the said the MCA was still looking into jurisdictions. The military’s Base Realign- Bulova lost two magisterial districts, special election. It is also the only district how effective such walls would be. ment And Closure process will also bring Mount Vernon and Dranesville, which besides Herrity’s Springfield that is repre- new jobs and economic development to the Hanley and Connolly had won over the past sented by a Republican, Michael Frey, on — Mike DiCicco southern part of the county, said Bulova. four election cycles. the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors.

4 ❖ McLean Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 www.ConnectionNewspapers.com News FREE ESTIMATES 60-75% OFF HARDSCAPING/PLANTING ALL POTTERY Washington’s Largest New Koger Trial Set to Start patios, walls Selection walkways From Page 3 BB&T pass through account. While North Beauregard Street in Alex- paver driveways 35-50% OFF those transactions were covered andria in the early morning of Feb. and so much more [homeowners associations], up by various KMG accounting and 2, 2008. Now at 2003 Pricing All Nursery Stock many of whom suffered real finan- administrative entries, there was Koger got out of his Jeep, & Perennials cial hardship because of the sto- no secret as to where the funds walked to the taxi driver’s window len monies,” according to Hanly. were going.” and fired several shots into the Mulch 3 cu. FT. $2.99 Koger embezzled the money and cab. The driver was seriously in- Bulk $15.00 Per cu. YD. KOGER COOPERATED with invested funds in personal ac- jured. Open 9-5 7 Days probation officers in preparing his counts and businesses he and his Koger shot two other men in 9023 Arlington Blvd., Fairfax, VA 703-573-5025 pre-sentence report. He “places no wife were involved in, according another car, who escaped him by 2 miles west of I-495 on Rt. 50(Vienna Metro) blame on others for his conduct,” to court documents, including: driving into the Fairfax County CravensNursery.com according to his defense attorney $733,000 in Jordan’s 8 restaurant Police Station on Franconia Road. Peter D. Greenspun. on Capitol Hill; $374,960 to pay a “These incidents are without “However, counsel for Mr. Koger contractor to remodel his Oak Hill reason and there is not any evi- feels it is important to bring to the house and the Tri-Fitness, Inc. fa- dence of motive,” according to attention of the Court the context cility in Annandale; $40,000 for a Greenspun, who called the inci- of what occurred and a full under- down payment on a 2005 dents “serious events” although standing of mental health chal- Chevrolet Corvette convertible; “nothing but the delusional actions lenges untreated through the time $60,000 for a down payment on a of a very challenged and intoxi- of his offenses,” according to docu- house in New Mexico; and cated man.” ments filed by Greenspun in U.S. $56,668 for windows and doors Koger eventually fled in his Jeep District Court, giving the position for his home. to elude a Virginia State trooper. of the defendant with respect to Koger also evaded $775,273 in Koger crashed into a traffic con- sentencing. federal income taxes by failing to trol box in front of Springfield “Mr. Koger’s actions were ulti- file personal income tax returns Shopping Mall, and got out of his mately derived not from pure from 2003-06, according to the car with a firearm in his hand. greed but rather as a result of his Internal Revenue Service. In 2005, When Koger fired his weapon, severely deteriorated mental Koger received taxable income of the trooper and Washington Met- health state coupled with an un- more than $810,257. ropolitan Transit Authority offic- healthy need to provide for his ers shot back, hitting Koger in the wife,” he said. FEDERAL SENTENCING may midsection. He was hospitalized Untreated mental health chal- be the least of Koger’s problems. with life-threatening injuries, but lenges included Koger’s bipolar He also faces three counts of at- recovered. disorder, alcohol dependence, bu- tempted capital murder of police After being shot, Koger said, limia nervosa and borderline per- officers, two counts of aggravated “Help me, they’re coming to get sonality disorder as well as gam- maiming and five counts of use of me.” bling addictions, according to a firearm in the commission of Koger had a blood alcohol con- Greenspun. felonies in Fairfax County courts. tent of .25 or higher — three times Greenspun described his client “The struggle for Mr. Koger only the legal limit in Virginia to drive as a “bright and capable business- begins with this [federal] sentenc- — according to federal court docu- man” who lived for years in a ing,” said Greenspun. ments. “frantic and type A-plus manner” Additional aggravated malicious In August, Greenspun, filed no- helping to make KMG successful. wounding charges in the City of tice of Koger’s possible intent to There is no evidence of theft Alexandria Circuit Courts could claim the insanity defense. before Koger began his relation- also be prosecuted, although they “Law enforcement, family and ship with his wife in 2002, have currently been nolle prossed, defense counsel have not been Greenspun wrote, when Koger or set aside. able to identify any assaultive be- started to support her fitness and According to police reports and havior in the span of Mr. Koger’s restaurant business ventures as testimony at Koger’s preliminary life,” he said. well as a newly acquired lavish hearing in Fairfax County court in Koger faces more than three life “extreme life style.” June 2008, Koger stopped his terms in prison if convicted in “The theft scheme was not com- 1990 Jeep Cherokee behind a taxi- Fairfax County Circuit Court. His plicated,” according to Greenspun. cab stopped at a traffic light at the trial on those charges is currently “Mr. Koger took out funds out of a corner of Seminary Road and scheduled for later this month.

www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 ❖ 5 People McLean High Orchestra Presents ‘Rock You Can Believe In’ School community

praises retiring Photo by orchestra director

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Gretta Sandberg. Kim Moran By Merrill Roth The Connection

Merrill Roth n Friday, Feb. 13, the Pictured, from left, are McLean High School Churchill Road Elementary OOrchestra will rock the School fourth-graders, Sean house with “Rock You Olmsted, Christian Markwart, Can Believe In,” concert at 7:30 p.m. /The Connection Alex Wallach, Grant Hughes “Rock You Can Believe In” will be and Ethan Reblitz. Back row, the culmination of countless rehears- Langley High School seniors als for the orchestra, all leading up to Danny Pritchett and Barrett a two-day workshop Hunter, along with Dave given by Bridgid Ickowski, Churchill Road “The word Bibbens, a member of fourth-grade teacher. Mark Wood Music President of the Parents Booster Group, Anne Oudemans, displays the T-shirt is out that for the upcoming Rock You Can Believe In concert at McLean High School. Productions. Mark Langley Players if you want Wood is a member of the Trans-Siberian sible. In anticipation of the workshop, the American String Teachers Association. Af- Meet Loyal Fans to be in a Orchestra and the Sandberg said, “I’m looking forward to see- ter more than 40 years of teaching, 14 of n Thursday, Feb. 5, Langley founder of “Electrify ing how the kids react to someone who which have been spent at McLean High, the Saxon basketball starters Your Strings!” a series wants them to do something totally differ- legendary director is set to retire. During her O rewarding forward Danny Pritchett of musical education ent. Kids need to know that music has no tenure, the MHS orchestra has won many and guard Barrett Hunter took a break program, programs, which boundaries, you can do whatever you national and regional awards for its concert, from their busy schedules to enjoy a join Bibbens will be pre- want.” symphonic and chamber orchestras. pizza lunch with a group of their most senting to students. A The concert will feature music from Janis Thomas, the mother of a junior and loyal fans. For the past two years, orchestra.” teacher’s scholarship Metallica, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and orchestra member at McLean, said that, these five Churchill Road Elementary from the Wolf Trap much more played by more than 180 stu- “She’s extremely organized, she’s very dedi- School students have come to all the — Anne Foundation for the dents from McLean High School as well as cated. It is an incredible undertaking and Langley home games to cheer on the Oudemans Performing Arts Longfellow Middle School. According to an incredible job. There are three orches- team. They know all the players and granted to the Anne Oudemans, the president of the Par- tras, probably over a hundred students.” keep an eye on them during games. orchestra’s director, Gretta Sandberg, ents Booster Group of the MHS Orchestra, The parents say Sandberg has earned a The boys developed their interest in made funding for the workshop pos- “there’s a lot of excitement, not just in or- great reputation at McLean High. “The word the Langley basketball program when chestra, but throughout the school.” is out that if you want to be in a rewarding they began attending the summer bas- Sandberg’s dedication to the McLean High program, join orchestra,” Oudemans said. ketball camps sponsored by the high School Orchestra has not gone unnoticed. “They [students] have to make a commit- school’s varsity team. In 2007 she was presented with the Orches- ment and a lot of the credit goes to Ms. tra Director of the Year Award on behalf of Sandberg.” School Notes

Send School Notes to Annandale is holding thier “Renais- more, son of Daniel Ellis and Colleen Jones, son of Michelle B. Krocker [email protected]. sance of Reading” book fair at Barnes Sanford, Benjamin Kenney of Oakton and Michael R. Jones of Deadline is Friday. & Noble, 7851 Tysons Corner Center, Belair, sophomore, son of Mr. and McLean, has received his commis- McLean, on Feb. 14 and 15. Find Mrs. Robert Belair, and Jody Tho- sion as an officer in the Marine George C. Marshall High Valentine’s Day gifts and learn about mas Davis, freshman, son of Mr. Corps after completing Officer School has been designated a “Sil- the school. In addition to shopping, and Mrs. Joseph Davis. Candidate School in Quantico. ver Medal School” by US News & guests will be treated to Jones is a 2004 graduate of St. World Report. Silver Medal high Westminster’s scenes from Three students were named to the Johns College High School of schools meet specific criteria, Shakespeare and performances by 2008 dean’s list at Colby College in Washington, D. C., and is a 2008 which include college readiness, our chorus and orchestra members Waterville, Me.: Tamar H. Hassan, graduate of University of Alabama proficiency on standardized state from 11a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday. sophomore, son of Hany and Deborah – Tuscaloosa with a BA degree. tests, as well as student participa- Contact Margaret R. Sutton at Hassan of Great Falls. Duncan H. tion in and performance on [email protected] or 703-891- Hardock, sophomore, son of Kelsey Dunn of McLean has Advanced Placement and Interna- 2551. Randolf and Anne Hardock of graduated with a bachelor of sci- tional Baccalaureate exams. McLean. Sally H. Klose, freshman, ence degree in business Marshall High School has also Averell Gatton of McLean has daughter of Thomas Klose and Eliza- administration from Coastal Caro- placed as the highest ranked IB been named to the Dean’s List for the beth Hull of McLean. lina University in Myrtle Beach, S.C. school in the Washington Metro- fall semester at The College of politan region. Students at Wooster. Gatton, a graduate of Lan- Alaura Rose Magilo of McLean Erin Ellis and Bennett Marshall High School took the gley High School, is a senior physics was named to the University of Wis- Silverman have been named to The director of McLean High highest number of IB exams in the major. consin-Madison’s dean’s list for the the fall 2008 dean’s list at Choate School Orchestra for 14 years, history of their school, 927, an in- fall semester in the 2008-2009 aca- Rosemary Hall in Wallingford, Ct. Gretta Sandberg stands outside of crease from 751 exams in 2007. 70 Three McLean residents were demic year. Magilo is currently in the Ellis is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. her classroom on “Kilt Avenue,” students earned the IB Diploma. named to the 2008 dean’s list at College of Letters and Science. Mervyn I. Ellis of McLean, and Washington and Lee University: Silverman is the son of Dr. and Mrs. the hallway that leads to the or- Westminster School in Brendon Charles Ellis, sopho- Marine Corps 2nd Lt. Brian C. Robert Alan Silverman of McLean. chestra room.

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From Page 3 dia with Rising Star Outreach, an her teachers, noting that she Performances in part for her agency that works with leprosy juggles homework with varsity grandparents, who never got to colonies, Marriott brought the sports throughout the school year. see her play the violin after she founder of the organization to her Despite her rigorous schedule, moved from Hong Kong when she school for an assembly, DeRose “which, frankly, makes me ex- was little. She said she liked play- said. The next week, she organized hausted just looking at it,” Cobb ing at the senior citizens residence a fund-raiser that raised $1,000 for said, Marriott still finds time to because she thought the elderly Rising Star. volunteer, working as a student appreciated the performances Upon Marriott’s enrolment in leader in the Community Service more than others might, “and it the Potomac School, “It was im- Club and a youth leader in her reminds me of my grandma, and I mediately apparent to everyone in church’s Young Women’s Presi- hope she’ll see that.” our community that she was an dency, and sewing blankets for Home Improvements and Repairs that Always Get an A+ After Marriott and her family exceptional student and a great patients at Walter Reed Army Fully Insured Class A Contractor spent a week volunteering in In- person,” said Doug Cobb, one of Medical Center.

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A spe- [email protected] nated in the House have been of my bills that were re- a measure that has over- cial session of the legislature is Barbara Parkinson passed or voted down in commit- ported out of commit- whelming support in our possible this spring to assess the Employment Advertising tee or on the floor and will now tees without opposition. district and throughout impacts of the stimulus funds. 703-917-6418 be considered by the Senate. We One of them is HB2201 Northern Virginia. De- Each of the bills I have successfully [email protected] begin to deliberate this week on that calls for consolidat- Richmond spite intense lobbying, introduced this session have ben- Editor & Publisher the bills that were passed in the ing the councils that ad- there is almost no efited from bipartisan cooperation Mary Kimm Report 703-917-6416 Senate, some of which are similar vise the governor on re- chance this legislation and support. I hope that the bud- [email protected] to bills considered by the house. search and development will come to an up or get deliberations receive the same Editor in Chief One example of a bill that has a in technology. When enacted, the down vote on the House floor be- serious bipartisan collaboration. Steven Mauren Managing Editors “twin” is HB2200, my bill to cre- new streamlined technology au- fore 2010. The stakes for Virginia are too high Steve Hibbard, Michael O’Connell, ate a fund to treat underserved thority will reduce current costs to do otherwise. Kemal Kurspahic Photography: women with breast or cervical can- and will include university presi- THE BUDGET continues to domi- As always, I welcome your com- Robbie Hammer, Louise Krafft, cer. The bill passed unanimously dents, financial leaders and entre- nate the discussions and debates ments and views about our state Craig Sterbutzel Art/Design: with many co-sponsors from both preneurs among its appointees in in both houses. The extent to government. You can still fill out Zohra Aslami, Geovani Flores, parties. In the Senate, Mary Mar- order to make sure that our criti- which the federal stimulus pack- my survey by going to Laurence Foong, John Heinly, John Smith, Stu Moll, garet Whipple (D-Arlington) intro- cal technology industry remains age will affect our Virginia www.vanderhye.com. Thank you. Wayne Shipp duced a version of the bill that also vibrant. Production Manager: Jean Card passed unanimously. The bills will Another of my bills, HB2171, be assigned to a conference com- will remove legal barriers to farm- Viewpoints CIRCULATION: 703-917-6480 — Merrill Roth and Circulation Manager: mittee to work out small differ- ers who want to invest in waste to Linda Pecquex ences between the two. This kind energy technologies, such as meth- Danielle Landau [email protected] of affirmation reinforces the ane digesters. The legislation Valentine’s Day: CONNECTION NEWSPAPERS, chance that the legislation will ul- paves the way for economic devel- Celebration of Love L.L.C. timately pass each house and be opment for our farming commu- Peter Labovitz President/CEO signed into law by the governor. nities, offers a way to clean up our Clint Leonard, Mary Kimm The Breast and Cervical Cancer water supply and gives us a chance McLean High School Publisher/Chief Operating Officer Prevention and Treatment Fund to develop an alternative energy Class of ‘09 703-917-6416 will qualify for a two-to-one fed- source right here in Virginia. “It’s a day where people [email protected] Jerry Vernon eral match and will reduce health- On two headline issues that our love each other.” Executive Vice President care costs and mortality through citizens consider important, there 703-917-6404 early diagnosis and treatment for is good news and bad news. The Natalie Holm, [email protected] indigent Virginia women. After good news is that a compromise McLean High School Wesley DeBrosse Controller working for more than a year, with was reached to place limitations “It’s just a day where you Debbie Funk the guidance and advice of numer- on smoking in restaurants, an im- can go all out about your National Sales ous stakeholders and legislators on portant step to reduce the effects feelings for someone. On a 703-518-4631 [email protected] both sides of the aisle, I was of second-hand smoke and related normal day it would be weird, thrilled to have HB2200 pass health-care costs. Considerable but Valentine’s Day gives you John Lovaas Special Assistant for Operations unanimously as representatives effort will be made to keep the an excuse.” from the Virginia Breast Care Coa- compromise intact throughout the

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Activities reported by the McLean Dis- Crime Solvers, an additional private re- vehicle and offer assistance but the trict of the Fairfax County Police ward of $10,000 is also being offered for pickup truck, a 2002 Ford F450, accel- Department through Feb 6. information that leads to an arrest in erated and a traffic pursuit was this case. As always, callers never have initiated. It continued toward the Mary- UPDATE: HOMICIDE to give their names or appear in court. land border and the truck stopped on 5400 block of Moultrie Road. the Woodrow Wilson Bridge where both Police are releasing new details regard- ROBBERY the driver and passenger bailed out. ing the deaths of three men in the hope 7300 block of Lee Highway. On Officers from Prince George’s County someone will step forward with new Sunday, Feb. 1 at 5:50 p.m. a man took arrived to take over and a Fairfax suspect information. Investigators be- some pain medication from the Rite Aid County Police helicopter located the two lieve Terence Strope, 38, Ryan Strope, pharmacy at 7395 Lee Highway in Falls men hiding nearby. They were taken 26, and Andres Yelicie, 26, were killed Church. The pharmacist, a 66-year-old into custody; one was released at the during a narcotics-involved robbery Springfield-area woman, was behind the scene and the other suspect was turned around 9:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. counter when the suspect approached over to Prince George’s County because 19 in the 5400 block of Moultrie Road and demanded Oxycodone. He hopped he was wanted on a previous, unrelated in Springfield. They died as a result of over the counter when she did not com- charge. Further investigation deter- multiple stab wounds to their upper ply and again demanded the drugs mined that the pickup truck was stolen bodies and detectives have reason to while implying he had a gun. She began from the 3100 block of Fairview Park believe this incident was not random in to reach for a substitute drug. He took Drive. The truck was returned to its nature. One victim described the sus- the entire bottle and fled the store. owner and warrants have been obtained pects as males, wearing black clothing There were no injuries. The suspect was for the two suspects. with the words “Police” and “SWAT” described as Hispanic, in his 20s. He was displayed. Witnesses observed an older- approximately 6 feet tall and 160 LARCENIES model Chevrolet Blazer or Jeep, near pounds. He was wearing dark sweat 6400 block of Arlington Blvd. the home on the night of the homicide pants with pockets, a gray hoodie, dark Computer stolen from business. and the day prior. The vehicle was light- jacket and a dark knit cap. Anyone with 1900 block of Baton Drive. Cash colored, possibly gold, and had information is asked to contact Crime and credit cards stolen from vehicle. Maryland license plates. A second ve- Solvers by phone at 1-866-411-TIPS/ 1400 block of Chain Bridge Road. hicle was also seen near the home about 8477, e-mail at Beer stolen from business. one hour prior to the murders. It was www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text 1900 block of Chain Bridge Road. described as a white, compact car with “TIP187” plus your message to CRIMES/ Cellular phone stolen from business. Maryland license plates. Detectives do 274637 or call Fairfax County Police at 1900 block of Chain Bridge Road. Flags stolen from business not believe the suspects were direct ac- 703-691-2131. 1900 block of Chain Bridge Road. quaintances of the victims; however, the Credit card and cash stolen from suspects may have learned of the narcot- TRAFFIC PURSUIT/ SPEED TO business. ics sales in the victims’ home indirectly ELUDE/ POSSESSION OF STOLEN 1600 block of Davidson Road. through friends of the victims. Detec- PROPERTY/ DRIVING ON A Computer stolen from school. tives continue to follow up on leads in SUSPENDED LICENSE 6500 block of Georgetown Pike. this case. Anyone with information is 2700 block of Prosperity Ave. Camera stolen from school. asked to contact Crime Solvers by phone On Sunday, Feb. 1 around 6:35 p.m., an 6400 block of Hitt Ave. Tools stolen at 1-866-411-TIPS(8477), e-mail at officer observed smoke coming from a from residence. www.fairfaxcrimesolvers.org or text pickup truck pulling a trailer that was 8400 block of Hollis Lane. GPS unit “TIP187” plus your message to traveling onto northbound I-495 from stolen from vehicle. CRIMES(274637). In addition to the Little River Turnpike. The officer acti- 8400 block of Idylwood Road. Ring $1,000 cash reward being offered by vated his emergency lights to stop the stolen from residence.

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Send announcements to Trap Foundation for the Performing Theater, McLean Community Center, 1st Stage [email protected]. Arts, 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. 1-877- 1234 Ingelside Ave., McLean. A Deadline is Thursday for the following WOLFTRAP. celebration of love, Latin style with Award winning Theatre week’s paper. Photos/artwork encouraged. K-Beta, Bo Jankans and D II. Rock. the music of the Americas. General menu highlights For additional listings, visit 10 p.m. at Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Admission: $25/person; $20/seniors; Ticket prices: $25 adults; www.connectionnewspapers.com Ave. E., Vienna. $10. 703-255-1566 $12/youths 18 and under. Call the exotic and $15 students. Senior adults or jamminjava.com. Alden Theater Box Office at 703-790- asking for a discount are Pig Farm. 8 p.m., 1st Stage, 1524 9223. traditional offered the student rate. WEDNESDAY/FEB. 11 Spring Hill Road, Tysons Corner. 1st Fairfax Jubil-Aires Barbershop Japanese Showtimes: Fridays, 8 p.m.; Chris Bohjalian signs ‘Skeletons Stage presents “Pig Farm,” a comedy Harmony Chorus Singing Saturdays, 4 p.m. matinee at the Feast,’ 7 p.m. at Barnes & by Greg Kotis, playwright of Valentines, at a location of your specialties. and 8 p.m. evening show; Noble Booksellers, 7851 L Tysons “Urinetown.” Tickets: $25/adults, choosing. Contact Ron at 703-978- Sundays, 2 p.m. matinee and Corner Center, McLean. 703-506- $15/students; call 1-800-838-3006 or 7691 or order online at 2937 or www.bn.com. visit www.1stStageSpringHill.org. www.fairfaxjubilaires.org.

6 p.m. evening show. 1524 Photo by Come dine Spring Hill Road, Suite LL. Preschool Sing-Along. Sing songs Jim West’s Puppets. 2 p.m., 1234 Information line: 703-854- with Miss Belle. All ages. 10:30 a.m. Ingleside Ave., McLean. Jim West and in our outdoor at Dolley Madison Library, 1244 Oak SATURDAY/FEB. 14 Jeremy Wingle of Jim West’s Puppets 1856. Free parking. http:// Ridge Ave., McLean. 703-356-0770. Shemekia Copeland, blues vocals. will perform Aesop’s Fables II. garden. www.1ststagespringhill.org.

Donna Manz Great Falls Historical Society. Great 7:30 p.m. at The Barns. Tickets $20. Tickets: $12/person, $8/McLean Falls Library, 9830 Georgetown Pike, Wolf Trap Foundation for the district residents. Call 703-573-SEAT Arts ❖ Entertainment ❖ Leisure Great Falls. The Great Falls Historical Performing Arts, 1645 Trap Road, or visit www.ticketmaster.com for

Brad Kalbfeld will meet with special guest Jorge Vienna. 1-877-WOLFTRAP. tickets. Adeler of Adeler Jewelers, who will Crash Boom Bang, Boys Will Be Pig Farm. 4 and 8 p.m., 1st Stage, 1524 talk about his travels over the world Boys, Sunset Shootout and Spring Hill Road, Tysons Corner. 1st

/The Connection in search of gems and coins. Free. Surprise Attack. Pop/rock. 5:30 Stage presents “Pig Farm,” a comedy Professional Theater Visit www.GHFS.org or call 703-759- p.m. $15. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple by Greg Kotis, playwright of 9188. Ave. N.E., Vienna. 703-255-1566 or “Urinetown.” Tickets: $25/adults, www.jamminjava.com. $15/students; call 1-800-838-3006 or

, 1st Stage Mambo Sauce. Hip-hop. 10 p.m. $12. visit www.1stStageSpringHill.org. Comes to Tysons Corner THURSDAY/FEB. 12 Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. N.E., Rokia Traore. Progressive West African Vienna. 703-255-1566 or music. 8 p.m. at The Barns. Tickets www.jamminjava.com. SUNDAY/FEB. 15 School, leading the school’s One- $25. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Valentine’s With Noah’s Ark Rock ‘n Roll Songwriters Circle Contemporary Setting with ‘Pig Farm’ runs Performing Arts, 1645 Trap Road, Animal Workshop, 2 p.m. Come featuring Anthony Fiacco, Take Rt 7 International Drive Act Play drama team to the state Community outreach coordinator, Sean Wife, husband, farmhand, EPA agent … the Vienna. 1-877-WOLFTRAP. and make your own teddy bear Shane Hines and Todd Wright. west from Traditional Japanese cooking. four weeks. championship five times. Kalbfeld Whinnie, artistic director Mark Krikstan professional cast of “Pig Farm,” the third Taarka and Whiskey Rebellion. 8 valentine. The Noah’s Ark Animal Acoustic 7 p.m. $10 advance, $12 at Tysons worked as a broadcast reporter and and spokesperson/set builder Brad production of 1st Stage Theatre at Tysons p.m., Jammin’ Java, 227 E. Maple Workshop promises to be a fun-filled the door. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Corner Sushi Bar & Sake Bar Ave., Vienna. Taarka, a gypsy string event. Age 6-12. Great Falls Library, Ave. N.E., Vienna. 703-255-1566 or editor for the Associated Press in Kalbfeld stand on the set of “Pig Farm.” Corner. quartet, performs live with local band 9830 Georgetown Pike, Great Falls. www.jamminjava.com. By Donna Manz Washington, D.C., and Great Brit- Whiskey Rebellion. Visit 703-757-8560. The Virginia Opera and “Tosca,” 2 The Connection ain. pig farm. Four professional actors for high-school students. The ‘PIG FARM’ RUNS from Feb. 13- www.jamminjava.com and Propogation Workshop. Meadowlark p.m. George Mason University 703-821-3400 www.taarka.com. Botanical Gardens, 9750 Meadowlark Concert Hall on the Fairfax campus of “There’s no professional theater perform the play on a set built by company’s goal is to offer a series March 8, at 1st Theatre, 1524 Gardens Court, Vienna. Horticulturist George Mason University, at the RT 123 or several years, a group in Fairfax County,” Krikstan said. theater company volunteers. 1st of classes for both adults and stu- Spring Hill Road, Suite LL. Park- Tammy Burke will show how to start intersection of Braddock Road and RT 7 8221 Leesburg Pike of theater enthusiasts “Kids go off to college majoring in Stage describes “Pig Farm” as the dents. 1st Stage plans on running ing is free. See http://www FRIDAY/FEB. 13 annuals and perennials from seeds Route 123. A pre-performance Julie Murphy Wells, Sophisticated and cuttings. Free. Reservations discussion, free to ticket holders, talked about creating theater and have nothing to come story of a “pig farmer who’s strug- a summer camp for high- .1ststagespringhill.org for further Lady. Jazz and Broadway tunes. 8 required; call 703-255-3631. KONAMI Vienna/Tysons Corner, Virginia F See Calendar, Page 12 professional theater in home to professionally. When I was gling to keep his business going, schoolers. information and for ticket sales. p.m. at The Barns. Tickets $20. Wolf McLean Symphony. 7:30 p.m., Alden Fairfax County. In June of 2008, at Marshall, I took kids on field whose wife is dallying with the new their concept became reality. trips to D.C. and New York, but farmhand — a 17-year-old fresh Housed a quarter mile from never locally. out of Juvenile Hall — and who has Leesburg Pike on Spring Hill Road, “That’s where the impetus for suddenly come under the eye of the 1st Stage Theatre opened its 100- this came from. To answer a need, feds, in the person of a gun-toting performance seat theater in Sep- to fill a void of the theater experi- EPA inspector asking questions tember. On Feb. 13, 1st Stage pre- ence.” about sludge washing up on the “EXQUISITE THAI CUISINE” mieres a four-man play, “Pig Farm.” Founding members of 1st Stage shores of the Potomac. When the ✭✭✭ Conde Nast Traveler The play’s original run, at the are Krikstan, Deb Crerie, Alex feds demand a count of just how “50 Best” Washington Post Roundabout Theatre in New York Mandell, Lucas Beck, Nat Krause many pigs there are on the farm, “.. Would be equally hip in Paris, Bangkok or Soho.” The New York Times March, 1998 and the Old Globe in San Diego, and Vienna residents Jane havoc reigns.” was in 2006. Kalbfeld, Brad Kalbfeld, Peter Van “Pig Farm” is the third produc- www.busara.com “We’re trying to provide a place Valkenburgh, and David Winkler. tion in the five-show schedule for young local talent to launch Jane Kalbfeld, Brad’s wife, stud- planned for this season, the first. professional careers and get pro- ied in New York under famed act- fessional credits to their names,” ing coach, Stella Adler. She works THE 1ST STAGE VENUE is New 1st Stage spokesman, Brad as a voice and acting coach now. York-artsy, a former industrial fa- Kalbfeld, said. “Secondly, but just “Mark has such an eye for detail cility turned theater with soaring as importantly, we want to provide and that’s how I was trained,” said ceilings. The volunteers who con- a local cultural center where Jane Kalbfeld. ceived the theater company fo- people can see new productions at There are approximately 15 cused on making an environment a reasonable price. people volunteering their time and that was “interesting and differ- “1st Stage would like to be part skills to 1st Stage. Stage manager, ent,” Brad Kalbfeld said. of the betterment of Tysons Cor- Lauren Friedman, is a 2003 gradu- Sean Whinnie attended 1st ner.” ate of Marshall High School and Stage’s first show with a friend. Photo by Kenneth M. Wyner For the principals and founding lives in Vienna. After the show, they talked to members, 1st Stage is a labor of The theater company is a 501 (C) Krikstan, and asked, “How can we love, Kalbfeld said. (3) nonprofit organization, prima- help?” Since then, Whinnie has Join Us For Only artists are paid; all others, rily funded at this time by personal avidly supported the theater com- from artistic director to operations, contributions. Ticket sales are 1st pany, becoming its community out- Valentine’s Day set design and construction, and Stage’s main source of financial reach coordinator and database fund raising, are volunteers. Vol- support. “We are looking for oppor- master. Whinnie, an energy engi- Saturday, February 14, 2009 unteers pitch in where ever help is tunities to work with our corporate neer by profession, said, “this is an Open Till 11:00 PM needed. neighbors in Fairfax County,” Brad organization of people. We can Open Daily: Mon – Sun • Happy Hour Mon – Fri 5pm – 7pm “We all find the time when we Kalbfeld said. benefit from the skills set of every- 11964 Market Street (Reston Towncenter) Reston • 703-435-4188 can do what we can to contribute body.” 8142 Watson St. (Tysons) McLean • 703-356-2288 to the success of the theater,” FROM THE PLAYWRIGHT of Brad Kalbfeld calls 1st Stage an Kalbfeld said. Kalbfeld and artistic “Urinetown,” “Pig Farm” is part “intersection of learning and per- FREE Delivery Available director, Mark Krikstan, are retired. love story, part commentary on formance.” Please call for details for each location. Krikstan spent 12 years teaching government interference, set Presently, 1st Stage offers a Sat- drama at George C. Marshall High against the backdrop of a 1,837- urday class, taught by Lucas Beck,

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From Page 11 where each of the courses will be Age 13-23 months with adult. 10:30 paired with a different beer from Old a.m. at Dolley Madison Library, 1244 begins at 1:15 p.m. on the Center’s Dominion Brewery. $40/person. 703- Oak Ridge Ave., McLean. 703-356- Grand Tier III. Tickets are $44-$98. 442-9110 to reserve. 0770. Charge by phone at 888-945-2468 or V.I.P. Vienna, 10 a.m. Support group at www.tickets.com. www.gmu.edu/ for adults with vision loss. Adults. cfa. WEDNESDAY/FEB. 18 Patrick Henry Library, 101 Maple Pleasant Piano. 3 p.m., Alden Sonya Kitchell, Residency and Ave. East, Vienna. 703-938-0405. Theatre, 1234 Ingleside Ave., Naia Kete. Acoustic/indie. 8 p.m. at Chapter 227 of Vietnam Veterans McLean. Chamber music. Free. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave. E., of America, 7:30 p.m. All veterans, Tickets are not required. Call 703- Vienna. $10. 703-255-1566 or friends and general public are invited 790-0123. jamminjava.com. to attend the chapter meeting at Maple Syrup Boil-Down. 12-2 p.m., C. J. Chenier & The Red Hot Neighbor’s Restaurant, 262D Cedar Colvin Run Mill, 10017 Colvin Run Louisiana Band. General Lane, Cedar Lane Shopping Center, Road, Great Falls. Mason Maddox admission dance. 8 p.m. at The Vienna. The public is invited, and will demonstrate the maple syrup- Barns. Tickets $20. Wolf Trap admission is free. Len Ignatowski, making process and guests can Foundation for the Performing Arts, 703-255-0353 or www.vva227.org. sample syrup served on cornbread 1645 Trap Road, Vienna. 1-877- Italian Love Affair. 6:30-8:30 p.m., made from cornmeal milled onsite. WOLFTRAP. Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner, 1700 $5/adults, $4/children, free/children P for Penguins. Cool weather animal Tysons Blvd., McLean. This course under 4. Call 703-759-2771. stories and activities. Age 2-5 with features an oenological tour from the Pig Farm. 2 and 6 p.m., 1st Stage, adult. 10:30 a.m. at Dolley Madison northern regions to the southern 1524 Spring Hill Road, Tysons Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Ave., provinces. Corner. 1st Stage presents “Pig McLean. 703-356-0770. Cyber Summit. 7 p.m., Vinson Hall Farm,” a comedy by Greg Kotis, Book Discussion Group. Call for the Auditorium, 6251 Old Dominion playwright of “Urinetown.” Tickets: book title. Adults. 7:15 p.m. at Dolley Drive, McLean. The Safe Community $25/adults, $15/students; call 1-800- Madison Library, 1244 Oak Ridge Coalition will host its third annual 838-3006 or visit Ave., McLean. 703-356-0770. Cyber Summit. The theme of this www.1stStageSpringHill.org. Recital Series. 1 p.m., St. Luke year’s program is Internet & Digital Catholic Church, 7001 Georgetown Technology: Teaching Our Children Pike, McLean. The “Third Wednesday about Cyber-Safety, Cyber-Ethics, & MONDAY/FEB. 16 at One” recital series presents Cyber-Security. Free and open to all. Open Mic Night with Ron Goad. 7 organist Jonathan Laird. Free. 703- Visit p.m. $2. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple 356-0670 or www.safecommunitycoalition.net. Ave. N.E., Vienna. 703-255-1566 or www.musicinmclean.org. www.jamminjava.com. FRIDAY/FEB. 20 THURSDAY/FEB. 19 ‘A Raisin in the Sun,’ 7 p.m. at TUESDAY/FEB. 17 Young Dubliners. Rock and Irish James Lee Community Theatre, The Von Bondies and Nico Vega. music. 8 p.m. at The Barns. Tickets 2855-A Annandale Road, Falls Rock. 8 p.m. at Jammin’ Java, 227 $20. Wolf Trap Foundation for the Church. Angela Hansberry’s 1959 Maple Ave. E., Vienna. $10 in Performing Arts, 1645 Trap Road, play about a family’s experiences in advance, $12 at the door. 703-255- Vienna. 1-877-WOLFTRAP. Washington Park. For tickets, contact 1566 or jamminjava.com. Mae, Shirock and The Daylights. Nomikka Hunter at 703-324-555. Beer Dinner, 6:30 p.m., Wildfire Rock. 7 p.m. at Jammin’ Java, 227 Admission $5. Tysons Galleria, 3rd floor, 1714U Maple Ave. E., Vienna. $20. 703-255- www.fairfaxcounty.gov/rec. International Drive, McLean. Wildfire 1566 or jamminjava.com. Luke Brindley. Acoustic/rock. 8 p.m. will host a four course beer dinner Tiny Tot Tales. Stories and activities. $12. Jammin’ Java, 227 Maple Ave.

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Julia O’Donoghue of the initiative, particularly those who have change if the School Board asks concerns about its impact on high school proposal takes activities like sports, have started to orga- effect next for answers on nize in opposition to later start times. year. impact to athletics. They formed advocacy organizations like For example, WAKE (Worried About Keeping Extra- in order to ac-

curriculars) and SOS (Save Our Sport). commodate /The Connection By Julia O’Donoghue Many are particularly concerned how later the later high The Connection start times might impact the high school school start swim program. times, more airfax County School Board mem- games and bers pushed staff to answer ques- DURING A WORK SESSION Feb. 9, some sporting events Ftions about the impacts of chang- School Board members pressed staff for are likely to ing school start times as they answers regarding the later high school start take place on Some Fairfax County residents feel high school students launched a community outreach effort this times’ effect on “late buses,” which provide Saturday, said have to be on school buses too early in the morning. week. transportation for students participating in school officials. The School Board is considering moving sports and other programs after school. But School Board members generally sup- County Notebook back start times for older students, in part The school portive of the bell schedule change said staff because research suggests it is beneficial for system’s transpor- should to provide more specific information, County Tax Rate teenagers to start school later so they don’t Get Involved tation department not just speculation, about the impact the need to rise so early. With current start Fill out a new survey was unable to give later high school start times would have on Over The Years about proposed bell specifics on the after-school activities like sports. times, high school and secondary school schedule changes at Fairfax County faces a projected deficit of buses pick students up shortly after 6 a.m. http://www.fcps.edu/ later high school “I think it is a mistake to go into town approximately $650 million next year and The proposal would also affect the start news/start.htm. A list of start times impact hall meetings without any more informa- several supervisors had admitted the county times for several elementary schools since current start times and on “late bus runs.” tion. … [The information on late buses] will probably have to increase the real estate proposed start times for But transportation should be made available to the public,” property tax rate to close the budget gap. Fairfax County Public Schools uses the same every school in the If the supervisors wanted to hold county buses in three different shifts to carry the county is available at the official Linda said School Board member Kaye Kory (Ma- revenue — and the average residents’ real es- entire student population to school. same site. Farby said the son). tate tax bill — to its 2008 level, they would Currently, Fairfax schools start between buses would need “I would say if we don’t have the facts have to increase the tax rate approximately 14 to 15 cents per $100 of assessed value, the 7:20 a.m. and 9:25 a.m., with most high roughly 30 more minutes to come back to together, then we don’t do the public meet- highest single real estate tax rate increase of schools in the “first tier” of school start the high schools after their traditional af- ings,” said School Board member Tina Hone the last 30 years. times, beginning before 8 a.m. Under the ternoon drop-offs. [At-large] of the community dialogues But even with a 14 to 15 cent increase, the new proposal, which could go into effect Instead of elementary schools, several scheduled for later this month. real estate tax rate would still only be $1.03, significantly lower than any rate approved by next year, all schools would start between middle schools would be among the last the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors from 7:50 a.m. and 9:40 a.m., with no high dismissals in the school system each day and FURTHER DISCUSSION of the public 1978 to 2005. school classes getting under way earlier buses would have to complete longer routes meeting format revealed how touchy the Still, most residents have seen their actual than 8:30 a.m. before coming back to pick up students at issue of a bell schedule change has become real estate tax bill nearly double since 2000, even as the tax rate has continued to go down The school system hopes to get feedback high school late for sports events or other for the school system and School Board every year. The tax rate — at its lowest in from the public on the proposal at seven activities, said Farby. members. 2007 and 2008 — did not provide much tax community dialogues scheduled for Feb. 24, “The answer is yes it will delay late bus Officials are taking pains to record an in- relief, given that most residents were still service,” she said of the proposal to change troduction to the issue of bell schedule paying much more to the local government 25 and 26. for their home or commercial property than They are also encouraging residents to fill the bell schedule. changes that will be played at all public they had in years past. out a new survey about the bell schedule meetings on the topic, so that there is no The following is a chart of the Fairfax change, which can be found at http:// THE SCHOOL SYSTEM could also face a differentiation between the staff presenta- County real estate tax rate and the amount it has fluctuated annually since 1978: www.fcps.edu/news/start. shortage of bus drivers if the high school tions at each session. The School Board expects vote on the bell start times — and therefore the high school “We have tried to do so that it is not bi- FAIRFAX COUNTY REAL ESTATE schedule proposal in early March. “late buses” — were pushed back since some ased in any way,” said School Board mem- Tax Rates per $100 of Assessed Value employees are not willing to work the later ber Liz Bradsher (Springfield). Year Tax Rate Annual Fluctuation FOR YEARS, a group of citizens have been hours, according to Farby. “That is why we are taping the introduc- 1978 $1.74 advocating for the later high school start Farby also left open the possibility that tion, so everything can be the same across 1979 $1.64 ($0.10) the school system could be forced to lease the board,” said School Board member 1980 $1.54 ($0.10) times, attending nearly every school board 1981 $1.54 $0.00 meeting and signing up to provide public or rent more vehicles to help with “late bus” Tessie Wilson (Braddock). 1982 $1.51 ($0.03) testimony on a regular basis. They formed transportation if the existing fleet was not Yet there was some question at the School 1983 $.1.47 ($0.04) able to accommodate the later transporta- Board’s work session about what type of role 1984 $1.47 ($0.00) the organization SLEEP, which stands for 1985 $1.46 ($0.01) Start Later for Excellence in Education Pro- tion schedule by itself in a timely manner. the “science of teenage sleep” should play 1986 $1.39 ($0.07) posal, and collected thousands of signatures Under the current proposal, the school in the recorded presentation. 1987 $1.35 ($0.04) system would save money if it switched to In general, School Board members who 1988 $1.32 ($0.03) in support of their cause. 1989 $1.30 ($0.02) But recently, community members wary later school start times, though the need to support the bell schedule change thought 1990 $1.19 ($0.11) rent or lease more buses could affect the studies linking later high school start times 1991 $1.11 ($0.08) estimates of the proposal’s cost savings, to better teenage health and academic per- 1992 $1.11 $0.00 Community Dialogues on 1993 $1.16 $0.05 according to staff. formance should play a larger role in the 1994 $1.16 $0.00 Bell Schedule Changes School Board member Kathy Smith video. But others, who are skeptical of the 1995 $1.16 $0.00 (Sully), who has been skeptical of the pro- proposal, said they had not seen any evi- 1996 $1.16 $0.00 The School Board will hold public meetings 1997 $1.23 $0.07 about proposed changes to school start times. Note posal to change the bell schedule, said offi- dence that there was link between high 1998 $1.23 $0.00 multiple locations on each night. cials also have no way of modeling how the school start times and academic perfor- 1999 $1.23 $0.00 new bell schedule would interact with traf- mance. 2000 $1.23 $0.00 FEB. 24, 7 P.M. – 9 P.M. 2001 $1.23 $0.00 Annandale High School, Longfellow Middle School, fic patterns. “I have never seen a correlation between 2002 $1.23 $0.00 Oak View Elementary School “This model does not and cannot tell you later start times and student achievement,” 2003 $1.21 ($0.02) the effect of being in traffic,” said Smith. said Smith. 2004 $1.16 ($0.05) FEB. 25, 7 P.M. – 9 P.M. 2005 $1.13 ($0.03) Herndon High School, Rocky Run Middle School Some school staff said it is also difficult “If there is not an impact on learning, then 2006 $1.00 ($.0.13) to judge the impact a bell schedule change why are we even looking at this?” replied 2007 $0.89 ($0.11) FEB. 26, 7 P.M. – 9 P.M. could have on high school sports travel, School Board member Phil Niedzielski- 2008 $0.89 $0.00 Providence Elementary School, 2009 $0.92 $0.03 Whitman Middle School given that team schedules are likely to Eichner (Providence) to Smith’s statement. www.ConnectionNewspapers.com McLean Connection ❖ February 11-17, 2009 ❖ 15 McLean Connection Sports Editor Rich Sanders Sports 703-917-6439 or [email protected]

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McLean High’s Palmer Dickson, top, controlled his district title match In the 130 finals, Marshall’s Andy O’Meara, bottom, fell to Langley’s Jay against Madison’s Mason Keena, bottom, last Saturday night, winning Ives. O’Meara defeated top-seeded Vitally Pisarenko of Woodson to reach by decision, 8-0. the championship match. Three Statesmen Wrestlers Earn District Titles

DICKSON SAID one of his motivations to during the finals within the cozy, crowded junior took his opponent down at the edge McLean’s Palmer do well in the finals was to help the High- Langley gymnasium was high. of the mat at the 1:33 mark before record- Dickson garners 119 landers, who did not win a single district “It really stimulates your adrenaline,” he ing the decisive pin. dual team meet this season, finish ahead of said. “It gets you pumped to try harder be- Embree (32-5), who is headed for crown. rival Madison in the team standings. As it cause everyone’s watching.” regionals for the third time, won matches turned out, Madison (75 points) and Keena reached the finals with a semifi- over McLean’s Abdelhadi Jarrar and Stone McLean (74) finished seventh and eighth, nals win over Langley’s Daniel Hozik. Bridge’s Connor Calderwood to reach the By Rich Sanders respectively, in the eight-team field. Langley McLean’s Billy Dvorkin (22-10) reached finals. The Connection High (193) was district champion for the the 171 finals before losing to Woodson’s In the 189 finals, Bergenholtz of Marshall ninth-straight year. Tommy Williams (21-2) in a wild 15-12 defeated Woodson’s Alex Jabaley by tech- arshall High had three indi- Dickson said he was going for a pin in score. Dvorkin, who was third at last year’s nical fall in the third period. The match vidual champions crowned, the finals, which ultimately would have pro- districts in the 171-weight class, drew ended when the Statesmen junior, who fin- Mwhile McLean had one, at pelled the Highlanders out of last place. But within 10-9 on a takedown with 55 seconds ished third at districts last year, scored a last Saturday night’s Liberty he was not quite able to get it against the left in the third period, but never was able takedown to go ahead 16-0. Bergenholtz District wrestling championships. The to tie the match or go ahead. improved his season record to 31-7. postseason competition took place at Marshall’s Andy O’Meara made it to the Langley High School in Great Falls. “The team score was close MARSHALL HIGH had a solid fourth- 130 finals before losing to Langley’s Jay Ives Marshall’s district champions were An- place team standing with 122 points, thanks by a second-period pin. O’Meara, a senior, drew Embree (215-weight class), Mark with Madison and I wanted in large part to the championship wins of won districts last year at 119, will be com- Bergenholtz (189) and Dan Montes Embree, Bergenholtz and Montes. peting at his fourth region tournament this (135). From McLean, Palmer Dickson a pin. We were trying real In the 135 finals, Montes (22-9) bested weekend. captured the 119-weight-class title. hard to beat Madison.” Woodson opponent Ben Breazille, 8-1. The Other locals who placed — top-four fin- The next postseason stop is this senior built a 4-0 lead going into the third ishers — at districts and will compete at weekend’s Northern Region champion- — Palmer Dickson, period, than scored two points with 1 regionals were McLean’s Andy Chung, third ships, set to take place at Fairfax High McLean High Senior Wrestler minute, 35 seconds left to take a 6-0 ad- place at 112, Marshall’s Quan Nguyen, third School. vantage on way to the win. at 140, Marshall’s Daniel Picado, third at McLean’s Dickson, the top seed at 119, determined Keena (20-11), who twice was “It’s an emotional win,” Montes, who was 145 and McLean’s Will Stanton, fourth at defeated both Harry Mandeles of Woodson turned on his back in the first period be- fifth at districts last year, said. “It took real 189. and Jon Sommer of Stone Bridge to reach fore getting out the period trailing 5-0. hard work and lots of dedication. It feels Langley’s David Helmer (44-1), compet- the finals of his weight class. There, he con- Palmer, later in the match, wrapped up the great.” ing at the 152-weight class, won his fourth- trolled his match against Madison’s Mason scoring with a two-point standing takedown He looks forward to regionals. career district title and will be going for his Keena, defeating the Warhawk opponent by with one minute remaining in the third and “It will be fun and a good experience,” fourth region crown at Fairfax. He was decision, 8-0. It marked the second straight final period. said Montes, who is 97-32 during his var- named Most Outstanding Wrestler at dis- year in which Palmer, a senior, has won a “The team score was close with Madison sity career with the Statesmen. “Hopefully tricts. district title. and I wanted a pin,” Dickson said. “We were I can [qualify] for states.” “Davey’s just a tough kid, no doubt,” Lan- “It’s great and I’m very happy about it,” trying real hard to beat Madison.” Marshall’s Embree, in his 215 finals gley coach John Belyea said. “When he Dickson, who holds a 28-7 record on the Dickson, who holds an 87-42 career match, pinned Jefferson’s Joe Latta (18-12) came in as a freshmen we knew we had season, said. record at McLean, said the energy level with 1:22 remaining in the third period. The something special there.” Sports Roundups

The Madeira girls basketball team lost a hard- scheduled to host Georgetown Day on Tuesday, Feb. 10, quarter when Potomac Falls pulled away for the win. fought 48-44 game to private school opponent Maret of this week. Annie Lewis scored a season-high 10 points to lead last Friday. Madeira, playing at home, trailed 19-10 In other recent Madeira action, the locals lost a game Madeira. at halftime before playing a solid second half to at public school opponent Potomac Falls (Loudoun Madeira’s most recent win came over Potomac make the final score close. Madeira was led by County), 59-41. The host Panthers jumped out to a 19-4 School, 44-41. Potomac School led by as many as nine sophomore Tess Atkins’ 18 points. Also for Madeira, first-quarter lead. But Madeira scored 17 points in the points late in the third quarter before Madeira, behind junior Audrey Hughes scored 13 points while sopho- second quarter to get with in 29-21 at the half. Madeira 17 fourth-quarter points, rallied for the win. Scoring more Emily Purdon added nine. Sophomore Annie ultimately took the lead, 36-35, in the third quarter. The leaders for Madeira included Tess Atkins (13 points), Lewis brought down nine rebounds. Madeira was game remained close until midway through the fourth Audrey Hughes (10) and Emily Purdon (9).

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The job will completing the scan, my primary doctor called to involve performing on site bookkeeping discuss the results. Unfortunately — and surpris- 20 openings take home $1500-$2000 BEST CHILDCARE JOBS! for clients in the Vienna area and at our ingly — there was cause (given my age and weekly plus a $500 sign on bonus after Burke Centre offices. Two years of expe- F/T, P/T, On-Call, Top Salaries health history) for concern. 1st 90 days. No experience necessary, rience and college level acounting prin- No Fees, Must be 21, Legal & Drive Perhaps I’d like to schedule an appointment we train. Must have own truck or van. to discuss the findings, my doctor suggested. “No, cipals are required as well as proficiency References Req’d just tell me,” I said. And so he did. There were Apply in person, 7165 Oakland Mills in QuickBooks, Microsoft Word and Ex- Rd., Suite KLM Columbia, MD 21045 off lesions on my lungs that might be malignant. cel. This is a truly flexible and enjoyable 703-838-2100 WHAT! Still unsure, however, the doctor sched- Snowden River Pkwy. Apply today start working environment. Fax resume to White House Nannies, Inc uled an appointment with a pulmonary specialist tomorrow. (703) 239-1067. as soon as possible. Two hours later, ON THE SAME DAY, the appointment was made for the next afternoon, with a P.E.T. scan to follow, all of which seemed incredibly fast and efficient given Detox Counselor II (PT) HVAC TECHS/HELPERS my previous experiences with this same HMO. Bilingual: Eng/Span 2009 EXPANSION 20 openings. National company expanding Nevertheless, I was appreciative of their record- Faith-based, non-profit in Arlington seeking to Baltimore and Virginia. Techs take home $17.00 Base-Appt. breaking haste. Team Leader for all direct client services; $1500-$2500 weekly. Helpers take home The pulmonary doctor didn’t interpret the x- ensure the safety and security of residents ray and CT scan as the cancer threat that my pri- $1000-$1500 weekly. Light residential work. Immediate Openings. Ideal for mary care doctor and radiologist had (canceling and facility; monitor and assist in staff and Must do some cleaning with service. Compa- students/others. Customer the P.E.T. scan in the process), but nonetheless, volunteer training; ensure effective program ny will pay a $500 sign on bonus after 1st 90 suggested I return in a week, take a second x-ray services for Spanish speaking residents. days for 1st 20 applicants. Must have own Sales/Svc. Flex Schedules. All and see what develops. And so I did. Still symp- Req: Bachelor's w/2 years exp. in substance truck or van. Apply in person 7165 Oakland ages 18+. Conditions apply. tom free. abuse treatment or HS Diploma/G.E.D. and Mills Rd., Suite KLM Columbia, MD 21045 A week later, I’m back with the pulmonary 4 years of exp. Pre-employment screening. specialist, second x-ray in hand. The second x-ray off Snowden River Pkwy. Apply today start Call 703-359-7600 confirmed the doctor’s suspicions that maybe I EOE M/F. Contact: [email protected] tomorrow. had indeed had pneumonia and so two weeks fax: 703-228-0028 after the initial fact, I was once again excused; LPN (PT) with the “We’ll call you if ... “ goodbye. House monitor I (FT w/benefits) THE NEXT DAY, the pulmonary doctor calls Faith-based, non-profit Provide back to say that, upon further review with yet Bilingual: Eng/Span health care facilitation for clients another radiologist, he now wants to me to see another doctor, a thoracic surgeon. Faith-based, non-profit has position and coordinating health care needs Five days later, I see the thoracic surgeon, x- open at Arlington-based shelter. Com- of clients; monitor prescribed medi- rays and CT scan in hand. Likewise puzzled by plete assessments of behavior, skills and cation, contact client-stated physi- what he sees, he apologized for his inconclusive- Goodwin House Bailey’s Crossroads is a premier needs; prepare written reports; monitor cians and/or health care providers ness and says he too, would like to review the x- ray and scan with his radiologist to get a better CCRC located in Falls Church, VA. We cur- and direct program activities; and en- for client services; health assess- sure the safety and security of program ments; provide training to staff and understanding A biopsy and/or surgery are cer- rently have the following CNA openings: tainly possible but he’s not sure. Moreover, he’s operations. Provides direct support to educational groups to residents. not sure another diagnostic test (P.E.T. scan, Certified Nursing Assistant residents as needed and provides trans- Req: Licensure as a Licensed Practi- M.R.I.) would clarify anything. Let him review Full Time 7-3 and 3-11 shifts lations for program staff and Spanish- cal Nurse in VA and at least 2 years everything he asks, and he’ll get back to me, Full Time Split Shift 7-3/3-11 speaking residents. Req: Bachelor’s in recent experience, in substance probably in the next day or two. Requirements: Human Services or a related field and 1 abuse, social services, and/or resi- THE NEXT DAY, the thoracic surgeon calls VA CNA license year of community-based social services dential programs. Must maintain back to tell me that he now thinks I should have 1 year skilled care experience exp. or a HS diploma w/2 years com- own professional medical liability in- the P.E.T scan and to schedule it as soon as it’s We offer generous FT benefits including tuition convenient. And so it continues. munity-based social services exp. Pre- surance. Pre-employment screen- Four weeks later and still wondering. I would- assistance, PTO, 401(k), and more. employment screening. EOE M/F ing. 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