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February 15, 2023 www.DesertMessenger.com 9 FEMA seeking students for YPC Quartzsite Elementary School District #4 Students of the Month STUDENTS OF THE MONTH MOUNTAIN QUAIL C AFE 928-927-8890 & Gift Shop 500 N. Moon Mt. Ave., Quartzsite (corner of Moon Mt. & Quail Trail) B-10, Main St. Moon Mountain X Quail Trail N Hwy. 95, N. Central MOUNTAIN QUAIL & Gift Shop OPEN 7AM-7PM DAILY Dorothy & Toto's Ice Cream Shoppe & 205 W. Main St. Quartzsite In front of D&B Leather, next to Silly Al's Drive up Kettlecorn Indoor & Outdoor Seating Real Hand Dipped Ice Cream Old Fashioned Shakes & Malts VOTED #1 FAVORITE DESSERT OPENING SOON! JANUARY 2023 Kindergarten – Zoey King 1st Grade – Rainie Valencia 2nd Grade – Nickolas Moran 3rd Grade – Analicia Rascon 4th Grade – Jazia Everett 5th Grade –Jayden Torres 6th Grade – Everett Ruiz-Simpson 7th Grade – Julie Mata 8th Grade – Alejandro Gomez Do you know a young leader who is passionate about making a positive impact on their com- munity? The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is looking for students in grades eight through 11 interested in supporting disas- ter preparedness to join the Youth Preparedness Council (YPC). Why is it Important for Youth to Apply? FEMA created the Youth Preparedness Coun- cil in 2012 to bring together young leaders from across the country who are interested in disaster preparedness and community service. The YPC demonstrates FEMA's commitment to involve America's youth in preparedness-related activi- ties. It also provides young people an opportu- nity to present their perspectives, feedback and opinions to FEMA staff. During their terms, YPC members can make a difference in their community, gain valuable leadership and emergency management experi- ence, and work with like-minded peers to help strengthen preparedness and resilience across the country. What Do YPC Members Do? YPC members meet with FEMA staff throughout their term to develop strategies, initiatives and project proposals. YPC members will also partici- pate in the YPC summit held in Washington, DC with FEMA leaders and other preparedness profes- sionals to network and learn more about the fi eld. Who Should Join the YPC? Students in grades eight through 11 who have a passion for preparedness and helping others, are involved in their community, and have an apti- tude for working on teams and as leaders. Spread the Word! You can spread the word by sharing informa- tion about the YPC with parents, educators, schools and organizations, and reaching out to friends and family! Do you know a student who would make a great candidate? Encourage them to apply today! How to Apply? The online application is open, and closes March 6, 2023, 11:59 p.m. PT. To learn more about the YPC and application requirements, visit http:// www.ready.gov/kids/youth-preparedness-coun- cil and visit https://community.fema.gov/Pre- parednessCom.../s/apply-to-ypc to apply. FEMA will also host two webinars for potential applicants on Jan. 30, 2023 and Feb. 28, 2023. The Quartzsite Historical Society invites you to come join us for the PIONEER TOUR of the his- toric buildings in Quartzsite. Sign up is at 8:30a at the Quartzsite Community Center parking lot. LOOK FOR THE PIONEER TOUR BANNER. Explore with us those places you have wondered about. This is a free to the public event. All vehicles are welcome, but we go slow through town. Outpatient Physical Therapy Services now in Quartzsite La Paz Regional Hospital is pleased to announce that outpatient physical therapy services are now available at the Quartzsite Clinic. The separate entrance for physical therapy can be found at the back of the building. The therapist is excited to help Quartzsite residents. Please have your primary care provider send a prescription to fax number 928-669-6390 if you need physical therapy. Direct your questions to 928-669-7109. Physical Therapy in Quartzsite Pioneer Tour planned for March 17th

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