Page 12 THE VILLADOM TIMES IV • June 5, 2013 Everyday Heroes (continued from page 9) generosity to the Mahwah schools and various other organizations. The climax of the evening featured awards for Liutenant Philip Tangel and Sergeant Robert Curtis, who were given a plaque and a standing ovation for saving a truck driver’s life following an accident. Heroes were notified of their achievement via mail, but did not know what they were being honored for or who had nominated them until the night of the event. Each honoree was treated to a short speech noting his or her contributions. A slide show featured on stage showed pictures of each hero or organization. Afterward, the crowd mingled in the auditorium for refreshments, sandwiches, and desserts. This affair was made possible with the support from the Mahwah Municipal Alliance and the Mahwah Schools Foundation. Community Problem Solving (CmPS) is a year-long course that provides students at Mahwah High School with the opportunity students to develop a service project. This year, the class decided to inspire students to reach out and help others through various team endeavors. For their efforts, they were selected as a top community-minded team at the New Jersey State Future Problem Solving Bowl. This month, the Open Your Heart Team will share its project at the International Future Problem Solving Bowl, which will be held at the University of Indiana-Bloomington. Left: Jessica Gotthold has saved over 1,000 animals with the National Foundation for Animal Rescue. She is pictured with MHS student Sara Zaat. Center: Mahwah Children’s Librarian Chris Wilson with students Binah and Reena Ezra. Right: Brian and Mary Brandle with niece Lizzie O’Connor. The Brandles started The Joy of Life Foundation in memory of their son who died of pediatric brain cancer. (Photos courtesy of Samantha Coburn.)