Zerorez

Eric Bollman

ZeroRez carpet cleaning offers an innovative new way to keep your carpets clean without harsh chemical contamination or an oversaturation of water that encourages the growth of mildew and mold. The company stands by its claim that there is no better carpet cleaning service available. If you’re looking for the safest, most effective, and longest lasting carpet cleaning, you’ve come to the right place.

THE ZEROREZ DIFFERENCE™

• Stays cleaner longer
• Dries faster
• Green and family-friendly cleaning solutions
• Highly-Reviewed — Over 1,200 5-star ratings on Google
• No soap or harsh chemicals
• Professional cleaning staff

SO GREEN, IT’S SAFE ENOUGH TO DRINK
One of the most important innovations to be incorporated into the unique carpet cleaning process is the use of powered water. ZeroRez uses special alkaline, electrolyzed, oxidized water. While this water has been transformed to provide a better cleaning experience, it is, in fact, still water. There are no chemical additives, which is why ZeroRez can claim that its cleaner is “so green, it’s safe enough to drink!”

Many carpet cleaning services rely on soaps and detergents that leave sticky residue behind or create crunchy carpets. Quick resoiling is often the result and the ZeroRez cleaning system solves these problems. Best of all, ZeroRez’s cleaning solution has been scientifically proven to remove more dirt from carpets than traditional chemical or steam cleaning methods. With no residue left behind to attract more dirt, your carpet will stay cleaner longer.

The ZeroRez cleaning system works on more than just carpet. It is also particularly well-suited to clean and sanitize upholstery, area rugs, tile and grout as well as natural stone floors.

If you’re looking for carpet cleaning from a local expert, contact Eric and his team at ZeroRez for a free, no-obligation quote. As Eric says, “You’ll love the difference that ZeroRez makes—we guarantee it!”

Zerorez
17815 Sky Park Circle, Suite A, Irvine
949.387.2222
zerorezsocal.com

Sanctuary Home Furnishings

Dennis Penman

As the owner of Sanctuary Home Furnishings in San Juan Capistrano, Dennis Penman is always driven to offer exceptional décor for both indoor and outdoor living spaces. Having served the community since 1998, the Sanctuary showroom provides an immense mix of transitional furnishings, wall décor, art for inside the home and a wonderful selection of indoor seating and dining groups for the patio. Customers may find anything and everything they could possibly need to turn their house into a dream home. From custom plush sofas, sectionals and chairs to amazing tables and unique accessories. Sanctuary Home Furnishings offers an array of options for homeowners and interior designers.

“We pride ourselves on our high-quality furnishings selection, low prices, unmatched customer service and experienced staff,” says Penman. “Our sales team and designers are on the showroom floor to assist clients and also offer their design expertise in your home. Our in-home service allows the designer to better guide the client in choosing the proper scale furniture, colors and an entire look for the home.”

Sanctuary’s clientele come from all over Southern California, drawn to the 11,000 square foot shopper’s paradise. Customers can find hidden treasures from the great variety of customizable upholstery, accent pieces, bedroom sets, cocktail tables, dining sets, outdoor seating, outdoor dining, umbrellas and fire-tables on the showroom floor. Most items are available for immediate purchase and delivery.

Sanctuary Home Furnishings typically receives new furniture weekly and carries multiple manufacturers. “We attend the furniture expos and pick the best looks for the best prices and pass the savings on to our clients,” says Penman. “We can sell directly off our showroom floor and we always have product on order. Custom orders are completed very quickly and normally delivered in 4 to 8 weeks.”

Dennis feels fortunate to be surrounded, daily, by beautiful décor and to work with his talented staff, while serving a variety of personalities from his diverse clientele. He adds, “The best part of the business is when I receive phone calls from customers who thank us for not only providing them with beautiful furnishings, but for helping make their house a home.”

The Sanctuary family takes great pride in providing service to the surrounding communities and looks forward to having you visit the local showroom.

Sanctuary Home Furnishings
31896 Plaza Drive, Suite E-7, San Juan Capistrano
949.248.9772
sanctuaryhf.com

Beach Builders Supply

Emery Sivak

There’s not a more stylish way to bring the outdoors in than with WeatherShield bi-fold, contemporary doors. Beach Builders Supply is your go-to source for the complete line of products to enhance your home and allow you to fully enjoy California living. Slender, bi-fold doors offer flexible options to conceive and create expanded living areas with inspired flair. Durable, low maintenance, clad construction stands up to the harshest elements and resist dents, dings and scratches. Dramatic folding glass walls range from 2 to 8 panels and can accommodate openings over 24’ wide and 10’ tall.

WeatherShield’s best-in-class warranty demonstrates its commitment to craftmanship and quality materials. The company’s products are backed by a warranty against defects in material or workmanship for a period of 20 years, and against wood rot on all clad products for
30 years.

Beach Builders Supply is an authorized distributor of WeatherShield doors and windows in Laguna Hills. The company offers contractors, architects and homeowners a wonderful atmosphere in which to compare a wide array of styles and technologies in doors, windows, hardware, skylights, and installation tools and supplies. Dutch doors are one of Beach Builders specialties; let classic style reign with one of its beautifully handcrafted doors.

Emery Sivak, raised in San Juan Capistrano, learned the woodworking trade while working on the famous Nixon house in San Clemente. As a long-time resident of South OC, he has developed deep roots within the community. Emery and his knowledgeable staff make Beach Builders Supply the right place for you to find quality products, expert advice and competitive prices.

When it comes to making a house your home, you deserve the best. Stop by to learn more about WeatherShield bi-fold doors and windows and say hello to Buddy the pug—the store’s official mascot.

Beach Builders Supply
23096 Terra Drive, Laguna Hills
949.201.5757
beachbuilderssupply.com

Triton Air

Mike Nicolai

Founded in 2001, Triton Air was born from humble beginnings in the Nicolai’s home. The company has since moved into its current facility, which serves as an office and warehouse. In 2006, as the company grew, it expanded into both neighboring suites. Due to the lockdowns this past March and April, business slowed, and Mike was placed in the regrettable position of needing to lay off some of his employees. As he shared the unfortunate news with his staff, he said, “I look forward to the day when I can see you walk through these doors again, look you in the eye, shake your hand, and welcome you back.” Fortunately, it didn’t take long for them to return.

In May, area families focused on home Improvements, almost in unison, and business skyrocketed. “It completely flipped!” Mike recalls. “It was like going from 0 to 100 miles per hour overnight.” Needless to say, Triton rehired its team, and the company’s business soared. “It was such a meaningful time,” he says “and such an emotional time. To share some positivity was truly rewarding.”

Mike says that Triton’s most requested services are regular maintenance on heating and air systems, but when COVID-19 was determined to be airborne, the focus quickly shifted to air filtration. Many families are now upgrading their systems in an effort to prevent virus spread, and to provide added peace of mind. The MERV-16 mechanical filtration system, which Mike likens to an “N95 mask for your home,” utilizes UVC light technology to prevent virus, bacteria, and even mold reproduction. Another popular option is a photocatalytic air filtration system, which emulates the air quality on the beach. “These indoor climate technologies are also effective in combating smoke from nearby wildfires,” Mike says.

Even with thousands of satisfied customers around the county, Triton Air is perhaps best known for its charitable contributions. “Our vision,” Mike says, “is to positively impact people. We ask our team to look out for one another and support one another. Together we go out to help support our community.”

You can support this local, family business by hiring Triton Air to maintain your current HVAC system or to upgrade your existing system. A quick call to San Clemente’s Triton Air is one you can feel good about making.

Triton Air
1221 Puerta Del Sol #300, San Clemente
949.482.2492
tritonair.com

Triton Air

A Breath of Fresh Air

by Victoria Kertz

When TRITON AIR isn’t busy installing or repairing a heating, air conditioning or water heating system for one of its clients, the company finds ways to give back to South Orange County. During the devastating COVID-19 shutdowns, Triton Air learned that even the biggest challenges offered plenty of room for growth. Founders Kim and Mike Nicolai are pillars of the San Clemente family-owned and small business network, and they’re leading the charge to improve the lives of local residents. “We have a guiding principle,” Mike says, “to be a community for our community.”

Founded in 2001, Triton Air was started from humble beginnings in the Nicolai’s home. The company has since moved into its current facility, which serves as an office and warehouse. In 2006, as the company grew, it expanded into both neighboring suites. Due to the lockdowns this past March and April, business slowed, and Mike was placed in the regrettable position of needing to lay off some of his employees. As he shared the unfortunate news with his staff, he said, “I look forward to the day when I can see you walk through these doors again, look you in the eye, shake your hand, and welcome you back.” Fortunately, it didn’t take long for them to return.

In May, area families focused on home Improvements, almost in unison, and business skyrocketed. “It completely flipped!” Mike recalls. “It was like going from 0 to 100 miles per hour overnight.” Needless to say, Triton rehired its team, and the company’s business soared. “It was such a meaningful time,” he says “and such an emotional time. To share some positivity was truly rewarding.”

Mike says that Triton’s most requested services are regular maintenance on heating and air systems, but when COVID-19 was determined to be airborne, the focus quickly shifted to air filtration. Many families are now upgrading their systems in an effort to prevent virus spread, and to provide added peace of mind. The MERV-16 mechanical filtration system, which Mike likens to an “N95 mask for your home,” utilizes UVC light technology to prevent virus, bacteria, and even mold reproduction. Another option is a photocatalytic air filtration system, which emulates the air quality on a beach. These indoor climate technologies are also effective in combating smoke from nearby wildfires, Mike says.

Even with thousands of satisfied customers around the county, Triton Air is perhaps best known for its charitable contributions. “Our vision,” Mike says, “is to positively impact people. We ask our team to look out for one another and support one another. Together we go out to help support our community.”

You may see Triton Air’s purple van driving around town. A percentage of sales from that vehicle go to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network in memory of one of their team members. COVID brought out the best in Triton Air. Their team volunteered to deliver groceries to high-risk people and those aged 65 and older. Other ways the Triton team has served the community is through free installations of systems, including air conditioning for persons with certain neurological conditions such as multiple sclerosis (MS). Excessive heat exacerbates their symptoms and AC makes a huge difference in their quality of life. Triton also provided free installation on a walk-in cooler for Family Assistance Ministries so FAM could store and distribute more food to those in need.

The cause nearest to the Nicolai’s hearts is an organization in Malawi that provides medical support and transportation for expecting mothers and other medical emergencies. It’s a group they met through their church. Mike and Kim are hopeful that they can travel to the African country in July 2021 to see the ambulance they helped finance.

You can support these causes and a local family business by hiring Triton Air to maintain your current HVAC system or to upgrade your existing system. A quick call to San Clemente’s Triton Air is one you can feel good about making.

Triton Air
1221 Puerta del Sol #300
San Clemente • 949.482.2492
TritonAir.com

Let’s face it, this year has been anything but normal. Although this school year looks different than others, if you could walk onto St. Anne’s campus in Laguna Niguel, you would likely hear students practicing musical instruments or singing at weekly Mass being livestreamed into their classrooms. You might witness eighth-grade students sitting outside, engrossed in their laptops designing their own websites in their Navigating Our World class, second-graders discovering their ancestry by dressing in period costume for Ellis Island Day, or preschool students exploring together in their outdoor classroom. In previous years, you might see a bus in the parking lot loading up fifth-grade students for a field studies trip to Astro Camp, but this year you might see parents filling their cars with donated supplies for a campus ministry project.

This year, St. Anne School has reimagined how it provides students with a learning experience that continues to offer opportunities for exploration and discovery. With strict safety protocols in place, the school has offered in-person instruction since late August, with an online option, Knights Live!, for students who feel more comfortable learning from home.

The devoted teachers at St. Anne are trained in differentiated instruction, using strategies that stimulate deeper thinking and discussion with students. Additionally, a dedicated student support team ensures the educational and emotional needs of each student are met. Rigorous core academics are enriched by a variety of elective classes. Next school year, St. Anne students can continue discovering their passions through the resumption of after-school programs such as an award-winning show choir, after-school sports, instrumental music classes, a robust performing arts program, Chess, and Future Problem Solvers.

Whether educating students online or in-person, St. Anne School provides an education where students can explore their gifts, discover their passions, and envision their future.

Please join us for a virtual Admissions Open House on January 21, 2021, from 9 to 11 a.m. Registration is required. Visit www.st-anne.org/open-house

St. Anne School
32451 Bear Brand Road
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
www.st-anne.org

The Foundations program methodology is to move past the traditional concept of simply managing the symptoms of learning disabilities and, instead, address the root cause of these challenges. Based on the concept of neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to change, heal, and grow in response to targeted training), each day, students perform cognitive exercises that have been scientifically proven to strengthen weak cognitive capabilities. In other words, the goal of Foundations is to transform the brain, establishing capabilities that did not exist and, thus, begin to instill a newfound confidence and a love of learning. By strengthening cognitive capacities, students are able to work through tasks which were once incredibly challenging for them. In addition to its scientific approach to cognitive improvement, Foundations includes state-certified reading and mathematics programs. When combined with the cognitive exercises, these programs have helped many students achieve dramatic improvement in reading, writing, and math.

INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES INCLUSION IN SCHOOL ACTIVITIES
For the 2021-2022 school year, Foundations will have two multi-grade Elementary classes, one Junior High class, and one High School class. Each classroom will have a student-teacher ratio of 4:1. Each student is assessed and works at a pace and level that is appropriate for his or her particular needs. In order to ensure that students are connected socially to others in their peer group, Foundations is located on the campus of a large private school, which allows students to attend recess, lunch, and enrichment/elective classes (P.E., art, music, etc.) with mainstream students in their grade. They also have the opportunity to play on sports teams and to participate in extra-curricular school activities offered at the partner school, such as choir, dance, cheer, clubs, etc. High School students are offered the option to pursue a High School Diploma, or to participate in a Certificate of Completion program.

OUR PARTNER SCHOOL
Foundations is located on the San Juan Capistrano campus of the prestigious Fairmont Schools. The beautiful campus, spanning 66,000 square feet, includes two educational wings full of classroom space, playgrounds, gymnasium, a music room, science labs, and more.

Foundations Cognitive Schools
26333 Oso Road
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
949.482.0383 • foundationscognitive.org

Conveniently located on the South end of San Clemente, Our Savior’s Lutheran School (OSLS) is a developmental, play-based, Reggio- inspired, Christian Preschool and Infant Center. Our Savior’s is a close-knit family that understands and values exceptional education, equipping children to be positive members of their community.

OSLS is committed to excellence through a creative and energizing curriculum, with a strong social, emotional, and Christ-centered foundation. Curriculum is modeled around Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. The school’s highly qualified and inspirational staff provide a quality educational experience. All OSLS families receive constant communication regarding their child’s growth, supported by assessments and progress reports along with parent-teacher conferences. This partnership facilitates an extension of the child’s day into the home and bridges the learning opportunities both at school and beyond.

Our Savior’s Lutheran School provides a unique opportunity for children to be engaged in a developmentally appropriate environment with a childcentered approach. The preschool team designs their curriculum and lesson plans starting with the California Preschool Learning Foundations, customizing instruction based on the child’s individualized goals and needs. These developmentally appropriate practices and classroom experiences intentionally foster exposure to the world around the child and capture the many moments of curiosity. Throughout the day, OSLS teachers guide student learning individually and in groups to explain, educate, and empower the children, encouraging them to ask questions and explore their learning environment. They understand that every child develops at their own pace while being committed to continuous growth and excellence in all levels of early childhood education. With a long-term education in mind, OSLS’s most important goal is to foster and encourage a love of learning.

Infants, 3 to 24 months, are cared for by highly trained staff. They enjoy their own grassy space with a shade tree and ocean breeze. The teachers take them for walks around the campus in our four-seat strollers.

To find out more about Our Savior’s Lutheran Preschool and Infant Center, please call the school at 949.492.6165 or email the Director, Joan Lundbohm, at (j.lundbohm@oursaviorsschoolinet)

Our Savior’s Lutheran School
200 Avenida San Pablo
San Clemente, CA 92672
949.492.6165 • OurSaviorsSchool.net

Mathnasium Learning Centers’ slogan is simple: “We make math make sense!” Whether your child starts out far behind or is ahead in math, Mathnasium helps students advance because they know that any child can be successful in math—it is a matter of teaching it in a way that makes sense to them.

The experienced math tutors utilize proprietary teaching materials and techniques, The Mathnasium Method™. This instructional approach goes beyond traditional math tutoring to develop an understanding and build a love for math. Students are evaluated with a written and assessment, unique to Mathnasium, to to deliver a customized learning plan. Based on the results, Mathnasium develops an individually tailored program designed to address each student’s specific needs and close any educational gaps they may have so they can jump ahead and be ready for advanced math challenges.

Students engage with their instructors in a unique combination of mental, verbal, visual, tactile, and written exercises. Basic math concepts and skills are specifically designed to help students build number sense. Mathnasium’s proven technique does more than just meet state math standards; it surpasses the recommendations of the National Council of Teachers of Mathematics and the Common Core State Standards.

Instructors also help students understand their homework as part of each session and can prepare your child for school tests, as well as standardized tests such as the California High School Exit Exam, SAT, ACT and ISEE.

If math is a problem, Mathnasium can solve it. At Mathnasium, students grow more excited and confident about math—and their grades reflect that. For students who already excel in math, the sky’s the limit. All students will discover that doors open to them by being proficient in math and how math can be applied to interesting areas such as computer science, biology, and psychology.

By giving your child a firm foundation—and confidence—in math, Mathnasium can unlock the potential for continued educational success in the future.

Mathnasium
Dana Point • 949-240-6284 • Mathnasium.com/danapoint
Ladera Ranch • 949-429-3020 • Mathnasium.com/laderaranch
Laguna Niguel • 949-360-6284 • Mathnasium.com/lagunaniguel
San Clemente • 949-481-6284 • Mathnasium.com/sanclemente