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Volume 22, Number 29
BOE eyes security funds The Board of Education is seeking to roll over a portion of last year’s budget to begin work on security upgrades in the schools. “The board is very much committed to getting new
security,” said Superintendent of Schools Brian Benigni. The school system is looking to install additional security cameras, upgrade the phone systems in all the schools and hire a seSee Board of Education, A6
Documentary details pro wrestler’s path to sobriety
Librarian Denise Poole reads "I Yam A Donkey" to her first class at Willard Elementary School on Wednesday, Aug. 29. The school transformed its library into a learning commons with a greater emphasis on technology. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
Berlin students return to school
By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
Finding a few action figures of himself and propping them up on the table where he was signing autographs, professional wrestler Justin Credible visited Ken’s Cards in Berlin last week as part of a documentary on his path to sobriety and a return to wrestling. "This whole thing is just a journey of my life and caSee Wrestler, A5
By Devin Leith-Yessian The Citizen
Peter Polaco, better known by his wrestling stage name Justin Credible, speaks about his visit to Ken's Cards in Berlin for a meet and greet with fans. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
While she started the school year in a very familiar way, gathering her very first class of Willard Elementary students around a book, the school’s new librarian is looking to continue changing up the freshly renovated library. “I love to read — read alouds are huge,” Pool said. “Getting the kids to be as excited about reading as I am.” Technology fits right into
“I’m going to hit the ground running with a fifth grade class at 9 (a.m.) and I’m just so excited to welcome them to the new space ...” Librarian Denise Poole
that goal and the new library, now referred to as the learning common, was out-
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Librarian Denise Poole and Principal Matthew Correia at Willard Elementary School on Wednesday, Aug. 29.
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“I’m going to hit the ground running with a fifth grade class at 9 (a.m.) and I’m just so excited to welcome them to the new space and to hear all their reactions, because the last time most of them have seen it, it was completely different,” Poole said minutes before starting her first lesson. “We’re hoping that this new learning commons space integrates a lot of STEAM, so a lot of the science, technology, art, math, that’s what we’re really hoping we can do with this new learning space,” said Principal Matthew Correia. “Take our units of study and really use the space and Denise’s collaboration to really build lessons and have children
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have a space where there’s a lot of inquiry and there’s a lot of inquiry-based learning, so it’s hands-on and really student self guided.” While a few tears were shed by parents and kids anxious about being separated, Correia said they’ve strived to earn the trust of parents and
he visits each classroom to do the same with each student. “Every year I like to go in and I welcome back each class and I ask how their summer went and I remind them that this is their second home.” “We’re excited to be back, we’re happy to see all our
colleagues and friends and really get the kids going,” he also said. “Because that’s why we’re here, we just love being with the kids and that’s what brightens this
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whole place up every day. Their laughter, their intrigue, their engagement — we love it.” “Everyone’s ready to go, there’s a lot of energy and enthusiasm,” said Assistant Superintendent Erin McGurk. “They’re just bubbling over with excitement to start the new year.” She is also beginning her first year in Berlin after leaving her assistant superintendent position in Ellington. She’s already found a home in “Berlin’s sense of pride and community … there’s a lot of warmth in this community.” dleithyessian@record-journal.com 203-317-2317 Twitter: @leith_yessian
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Wrestler From A1
reer,” said Peter Polaco, who uses the stage name Justin Credible. “It just shows the journey of a man navigating his way through addiction, through family problems, through the industry of pro wrestling.” The film crew spoke with Polaco and some of his fans in the shop’s wrestling room, surrounded by action figures, DVDs and posters.
known for his appearances with World Wrestling Entertainment — he had two stints with the promotion, including one as Aldo Montoya with the then World Wrestling Federation — and Extreme Championship Wrestling. "He was in ECW when it was at its most popular. He was their final champion, he was one of the pioneers of the hardcore style, which has pretty much gone away,” said Ken Asal, owner of the downtown collectibles shop.
him completely. This can either end up in a complete dumpster fire or be the best thing that ever happened to him. I want this to be the best thing that ever happened to him. "We're not trying to create a wrestling documentary, we're trying to record his recovery, and we hope more than anything his redemption,” he added. Polaco said his story can help others.
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Polaco said he went into Ryan Sweeney during the filming of their documentary treatment for alcohol abuse "I just hope the film touches about wrestler Peter Polaco, better known by his wrestling in June 2017, adding the out- "What a lot of people don't people and it kind of hustage name Justin Credible. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen pouring of support he reunderstand is recovery from manizes the disease of alcoceived was humbling. holism,” he said. addiction is probably the dleithyessian@record-jourbumpiest road you'll ever Among those who reached nal.com drive on,” said Eric Nyenout was David Gere 203-317-2317 and Douglas Cartelli, fans of huis, the film’s direcTwitter: @leith_yessian tor. "How this ends is up to Polaco’s who offered to make a documentary about his recovery. The Connecticut natives have worked on LEDGECREST HEALTH CARE CENTER dozens of films. Their latest effort, titled “Credible,” is A SKILLED NURSING FACILITY due out this winter. It is beRECEIVES HIGHEST AWARD AVAILABLE FROM THE Repair Services • Hot Water Heaters ing distributed by Green ApCENTER FOR MEDICARE & MEDICAID SERVICES, Heating Systems • Gas Fireplaces & Piping ple Entertainment and is beFIVE STARS! ing filmed under Douglas Home Improvement & Remodeling Cartelli Productions and Drain & Sewer Cleaning Shadow Vale Productions, Gere’s production company. PLEASE VISIT WWW.CMS.GOV FOR MORE INFORMATION
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Board of Education curity director. Scanners that can read drivers’ licenses and perform a background check before visitors enter have been purchased and will be installed soon. The school board ended last fiscal year with a $443,590 surplus, although $400,000 of that comes from payments the state will make to offset a cut to Education Cost Sharing grant funds. The school board is asking the Board of Finance to carry over the remainder of the surplus, roughly $43,000, to pay for the upgrades. According to town Finance Director Kevin Delaney, the board is able to carry up to 1 percent of its budget over into the next fiscal year, with the approval of the Board of Finance. The school board agreed to cut its budget last year by
$400,000 to account for the ECS reduction, and BOE Chairman Matthew Tencza expressed hope that the finance board will recognize “we're giving back money we could have used for very important things.” "That $43,000 is just kind of the tip of the iceberg of what we need, but it would get pieces done,” he also said during the school board’s Aug. 13 meeting. The state statute Delaney cited reads, “the board of finance in each town having a board of finance, the board of selectman in each town having no board of finance or the authority making appropriations for the school district for each town may deposit into a non-lapsing account any unexpended funds from the prior fiscal year from the budgeted appropriation for education for the town, provided such
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amount does not exceed one percent of the total budgeted appropriation for education for such prior fiscal year.”
The board met its $400,000 cut, a request that came from the Town Council, largely through unfilled positions, but some reductions also came from retirements and general savings, said school district Director of Business Operations Jeffrey Cugno. “In this year what happened is we didn’t have an assistant superintendent for a while,” Cugno said. The license scanner costs approximately $8,700, with a $2,500 grant provided by Schaller Auto World, leaving the school board on the
Board of Finance Chairperson Sam Lomaglio speaks to board member Kevin Guite. Devin Leith-Yessian, The Citizen
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day, Sept. 17.
Board of Finance Chairman Sam Lomaglio said he would “support and advocate” the school board rolling over the funds.
“I would support the Board of Education putting $43,000 in for school security,” Lomaglio said. “You can’t put a price on a child’s life.”
The board is scheduled to discuss allocating the money at its next meeting on Mon-
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Nearly 200 motorists cited in distracted driving crackdown
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The Berlin Police Department teamed up with the Connecticut Department of Transportation in August during the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s Distracted Driving Awareness Month.
duce the number of motor vehicle crashes and injuries A total of 191 motorists were that involve distracted cited by Berlin police for vio- drivers. lating the law that governs the use of mobile electronic The Berlin police and the devices. This included 11 Connecticut Department of operators who were cited for Transportation recommends a second offense, and one putting the phone down operator who was cited for a when you get behind the third offense. wheel. If you need to text, pull over and park in a safe The goal of the campaign place. and enforcement effort was — Press Release to educate motorists and re-
Berlin officers conducted 15 spot-checks in August designed to identify distracted drivers as part of the U Drive. U Text. U Pay. Cam-
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BERLINDorotha P. (Porth) Casner, 63, of Berlin, died Tuesday (Aug. 28, 2018) at home. Born in Rhode Island, the daughter of the late Alvin and Estelle (Magnan) Porth, she had been a Berlin resident for 30 years. Dot grew up and attending schools in Rhode Island and graduated from East Greenwich High School in 1972. She went on to the University of Rhode Island where she got her degree in business in 1976. Dot was a member of the Delta Zeta Sorority, and stayed in touch with her sisters after graduating. Dot was retired Senior Underwriting Analyst from Aetna after working there for over 25 years. Dot was an avid Boston Red Sox and New England Patriot fan, when they were playing, she was watching! Dorotha is survived by her husband William R. Casner, two sons, Michael Jeffery Casner, and Brent William Casner, all of Berlin, her sister, Susan Porth and her husband, Charles Pearson of Warwick RI, her mother in law, Gloria Casner of Berlin, two sisters-in-laws, Kathryn Casner and Dr. Ann Aresco, both of Berlin, her nieces and nephews
BERLINRussell McQueeney, 69, of Berlin, son of the late Annette and John Edward McQueeney, died last week at home. He attended school in New Britain at St. Matthews Lutheran Church, graduated from Berlin High School, and Middlesex Community College, as was a lifelong resident of Berlin.. He was employed for most of his adult life at Van Way Webco, working his way up from printer to graphic design. He was proud to have served in the U.S. Navy. His last job driving a bus for retirement home he found particularly rewarding, as he was able to take folks on rides while simultaneously leading them in sing-alongs. In his younger years, Russ cherished the friends he made at Berlin High School. He especially enjoyed his role as CoCaptain of the Football team with Tom Holligan, and performing in a band, “The Fabulous Expressions” with best friends Tom Zigmont and George Young. Some of his passions in life were fishing, camping, photography, cooking, gardening, hitting the beach, music, and dancing. He became an accomplished DIYer around the home and yard. Later in life, he greatly enjoyed the special friendship he had with Cynthia Hutchinson, her 2 daughters Cherylyn Lockery of Cheshire and Laura Raywood of
Lisa Aresco-Smith and her husband Jeremy of Tempe, AZ, Daniel Aresco, Jeffery Aresco of Berlin, Alicia Pearson and Alexander Pearson, of Warwick, RI. She was predeceased by her Father-in-law Robert Casner. Dot also leaves behind a special friend Helen Hastings.Friends and family are invited to a Mass of Christian Burial Saturday (Sept. 8, 2018) at 11:30 AM at St. Maurice Church 100 Wightman Road, New Britain. Burial will take place in Rhode Island at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice. To send a condolence, please visit www.FarrellFuneralHome. com.
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Newington, and 2 granddaughters Angelina and Caroline Lockery, to whom he was affectionately known as Pop pop. He is survived by his daughter Corey Lynn Koeller of Plainville, his grandaughter Morgan Koeller, dearest friend Cynthia Hutchinson of Newington, six brothers, Ralph McQueeney of The Villages, Florida, Mark McQueeney of New Castle, Indiana, Paul McQueeney of Bristol, Jonathan McQueeney of Westerly R.I., Gerald McQueeney of Plainville, and Scott Calderone of Berlin, two sisters; Annette Tweedie of Conroe, Texas, and Margaret Mac of Clearwater, Florida, along with eighteen nieces and nephews. There are no calling hours. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make donations in his memory to a charity of the donors choice.
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MIDDLETOWNJustin Brian Duplin, 29, of Middletown, son of Brian T. Duplin of Plainville, and Raelynn (Hoyt) Nowak of Moodus, died Monday night. Born in Meriden, he attended Berlin Schools, and was employed at Power Washing King in Berlin. In addition to his parents, he is survived by his fiance, Angela Hofmann, a son and daughter, three sisters and a brother-in-law, Jennifer and Dan Carter of Silver Springs, Maryland, Nicole Nowak of Martins Creek, Pennsylvania, and Kimberly Nowak of Berlin, two nieces who he loved with all of his heart, Kayla and Olivia, and a nephew, Grayson Carter. Friends and relatives are invited to call at Porter’s Funeral Home, 111 Chamberlain Highway, Berlin on Friday, August 31st, from 5-7pm. Services and burial will be at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Roadway of Hope CT, P.O. Box 2304, Meriden, CT 06450.
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COMMENTARY
Lack of leadership in budget process By Richard Paskiewicz
In Mayor Mark Kaczynski’s recent commentary he said that he sought to bring some “clarity” to the budget process, that “will be helpful to the taxpayers of Berlin.” Unfortunately, instead of clarity, Mr. Kaczynski further muddied what actually occurred during the budget process. Mr. Kaczynski and the Berlin Republicans spent thousands of dollars to advocate for a change to the Town Charter to create a Board of Finance, arguing that this would allow greater expertise and political independence in the budget process. Now that they have their
sought-after Board of Finance, they are doing all they can to ignore it. Consider some of the deceptions from the Mayor about this year’s budget process. Mr. Kaczynski repeatedly references his concern about Berlin being $105 million in debt. But he forgets to mention that it was the Republican majority that proposed a budget that would have increased this debt, in order to avoid paying for capital items through the operating budget. So much for “acting responsibly.” Consider that Mr. Kaczynski talks about the need to listen to voters, when last year he
and the Republican majority ignored Berlin residents when they voted that the Board of Education budget was too low. So much for “listening to voters.” All of these alternative facts pale, however, with the cynical partisan gamesmanship of Mayor Kaczynski and the Republican majority concerning the approval of the budget. Consider that the Mayor and his party, for both budget referendum votes, voted to approve a budget and send it to the voters, and then campaigned with signs, letters, and robo calls to defeat that very budget. In fact, signs urging the defeat of the revised budget
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To the editor:
I say check other towns before you complain about Berlin/ Kensington.
I talk to a number of people that live in Berlin/Kensington and they complain about our town. Before complaining, check other communities like Newington and the shoreline towns. People pay a fee for trash collection in a number of towns. We pay nothing.
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I’m with Joe To the editor:
How about our great police and fire departments?
In her most recent commentary, Republican Town Committee chair Anne Riley attacked a veteran who has served his country, and is a devoted public servant
How about Hunter’s? When you need them they are great.
These kinds of attacks, to say the least, are disheartening.
How about our great police chief? Why do you think homes sell fast in Berlin/Kensington.
Nevertheless, the Republican Town Committee chairwoman chooses to run an individual who is 21 years old.
Our police retire from the same department, while police from other towns want to become police officers in Berlin/Kensington.
Did he serve his country in the military? Does he have any political experience? The honest answer is no. But they would never tell you that.
People do not understand these police officers come to Berlin/ Kensington all trained to protect us. I think about six of them are from other towns. What a plus for us. They just have to learn
Vote for the man who cares deeply about our great town and makes it what it is. Vote for Joe Aresimowicz in November. Fred Morley East Berlin
were put up by Republicans before the budget was even finalized and approved by the Republican Council.
By this standard, the Mayor and his Republican colleagues have failed miserably.
It is as if the Republican Council is saying, “I don’t know what I’m going to do, but I know it’s going to be bad.”
The Republican Council hopes that Berlin voters forget the dishonest and cynical way that they conducted the budget process.
The level of cynicism and naked partisanship exhibited by this conduct is breathtaking and unprecedented in Berlin politics.
Mayor Kaczynski talks about taxes and budgets and debt service, to avoid talking about a lack of honesty and transparency and leadership. Words that are noticeably absent from his political vocabulary. And Berlin is the less for it.
Leadership calls for honesty by those who would be considered leaders, and asks that leaders stand by their decisions. It’s the least that we should expect of our leaders.
Richard Paskiewicz is chairperson of the Berlin Democratic Town Committee.
9/11 memorial unveiled, ceremony to be held The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department is honored to officially open its 9/11 Memorial, dedicated to the brave men and women who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001. Retired Chief Mark Lewandowski spearheaded this project for the department, and on Tuesday, Sept. 11, we will remember those who responded and made the ultimate sacrifice during the terrorist attack that day. The ceremony will be held at 6 p.m. at the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department, 880 Farmington Ave. — Press Release Kensington Volunteer Fire Department 9/11 Memorial. Photo by Lee Roski
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Senior Menus Senior meals are provided by CW Resources. Reservations must be made 24 hours in advance by calling Doretha Dixon at 860670-8546, between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. A donation is requested.
Wednesday, Sept. 12: Sliced ham with pineapple glaze, mashed potato, Geneva blend vegetables, rye bread, Tropical fruit cup. Thursday, Sept. 13: Cranberry juice, lemon pepper fish, cheesy rice, broccoli, pumpernickel bread, chocolate pudding.
Monday, Sept. 10: Swedish meatballs, wide egg noodles, peas and carrots, pumpernickel bread, citrus Friday, Sept. 14: Apple selections. juice, sweet and sour chicken thighs, sesame Tuesday, Sept. 11: Cream noodles, Oriental blend of broccoli, southern grilled chicken salad, corn vegetables, dinner roll, brownie. muffin, cinnamon applesauce.
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Meeting – The Berlin AARP Board of Directors is scheduled to meet Monday, Sept. 10, 10 a.m., at the Senior Center. The monthly Chapter meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 18, 1:15 p.m., at the Senior Center. Guest speaker, Town Manager Jack Healy, plans to discuss the state of Berlin/Kensington.
Friday, Sept. 7 – Shred It Event, 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Limit is three boxes. No businesses.
Class – A Senior Safe Driver Class, sponsored by AARP Chapter 3035, is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept. 25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Community Center. The class provides a certificate that entitles a discount on car insurance premium. Registration and prepayment is required. For more information, call Barbara Dixon at 860-828-6295.
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50th New Britain High School reunion on tap New Britain High School Sept. 29 at Hartford Marriott Deadline to R.S.V.P. is Saturclass of 1968 has scheduled Farmington, 15 Farm Springs day, Sept. 15. its 50th reunion for Saturday, Road, Farmington. For more information, con-
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St. Paul Church Mass schedule – Saturdays, 4 p.m.; Sundays, 7:30, 9, 10:30 a.m. and noon, 485 Alling St.
Mass is scheduled for Sundays, 9:30 a.m., 48 Cottage St., East Berlin. For more information, call 860-8280331.
Saint Gabriel’s Episcopal Church
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United Methodist Church of East Berlin The United Methodist Church of East Berlin, 139 Main St., East Berlin, schedules Sunday services for 10 a.m.
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Timberlin pros finish 2-3 at Connecticut PGA Championship HARTFORD – After battling through one of the most physically draining days of his golf career to shoot his lowest score ever, Adam Rainaud made special preparations for the final round of the $25,000 Connecticut PGA Championship at Keney Park Golf Course on Wednesday, Aug. 29.
record on Aug. 28, Rainaud felt rather piqued thanks to a temperature index in the low 100s with no wind for any kind of relief.
So Rainaud drank lots of water overnight and felt ready to make a run at a third tournament title, especially with the conditions not quite as severe thanks to a slight breeze. He “kind of thought” the winner would come out Despite an opening 8-under- of the final group of himself, par 62 that included a calongtime friend Charles Tallreer-best six consecutive man and Rob Labritz, a birdies and tied the course
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standout in the Metropolitan (N.Y.) Section PGA, but his chief competition actually was two groups ahead.
“When I three-putted the 12th, my anxiety level hit an all-time high,” Rainaud said.
A scene from the Connecticut PGA Championship at Keney Park Golf Course in Hartford. Photo courtesy of the Connecticut Section PGA
But two holes later, Rainaud hit a drive, 2-iron from 230 yards to 14 feet and made the putt for eagle. “After I made that putt, I felt a whole lot better,” Rainaud said. “There was a lot less weight on my shoulders.” The four routine pars coming in assured Rainaud would add a third title to those in 2014 and 2016 and earn the $5,000 first prize and an invitation to the 2019 Connecticut Open. Though he came up three shots short, Bayram was quite satisfied with his runner-up finish after a memorable start to his day. Bayram arose at 6 a.m. and was at the pro shop at Timberlin Golf Course in Berlin a half-hour later with his 5year-old son Marc, who was
starting kindergarten. When the school bus picked up young Marc at Timberlin, dad did some work before heading to Keney Park. Bayram’s hot stretch midway through the round got him thinking he just might be able to overtake Rainaud, but too many miscues ended those dreams. “I just kept plugging along trying to play my game and finish up strong,” said Bayram, 35, who is in his eighth year at Timberlin. “I like the course and played really good for two days for me, so that’s good.” Bayram’s biggest disappointment was a three-putt from 40 feet for par at the 14th hole, where Rainaud later made the eagle. “That was a good time for a birdie, but it just didn’t happen,” Bayram said. “But I’m still very happy with how I finished.”
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‘Berlin’s Got Talent’ auditions set for Sept. 6 The Berlin Fair has scheduled first auditions for Berlin’s Got Talent on Thursday, Sept. 6, 5 to 9 p.m., on the fairgrounds blacktop. Singers, musicians, dancers, jugglers, magicians, comedians and more are welcome to audition. Following the auditions,
qualifying acts will advance to the Berlin Fair on Friday, Sept. 14, for Round 1 of the finals. The semifinals are scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 15, and the finals are planned for Sunday, Sept. 16. For more information and an application, visit www.ctberlinfair.com or the Berlin Fair Facebook page.
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CHET accepting applications for annual scholarships Connecticut high school freshmen and seniors may apply for the 2018 CHET Advance Scholarship. The program is sponsored by Connecticut State Treasurer Denise L. Nappier, trustee of the Connecticut Higher Education Trust.
for a $2,500 scholarship. In addition, up to 100 freshmen will be awarded an initial $2,000 scholarship, with the opportunity to receive an additional $500 if the student’s family saves $500 in a CHET account by the time the student graduates from high school.
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The program is open to Connecticut students who attend public, private and parochial schools and who are home schooled.
Wednesday, Oct. 3 and 10 – Parent-teacher conferences. Parents meet individually with teachers. Conferences are scheduled using Canyon Creek scheduling, available on the Berlin High School home page, closer to conference dates.
For more information, an application, and the complete Official Rules, visit www.chetadvance.com.
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Winners will be selected through a random drawing from all eligible applications received.
Hiba F. Ali and Natalie N. Couceiro of Berlin were recently awarded the Robert T. Kenney Scholarship from the American Savings Foundation for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Walk Away Homelessness event The third annual Walk Away Homelessness event is set for Saturday, Sept. 29 at Walnut Hill Park, 18 West Main St., New Britain.
The event begins with a warm up/yoga session at 9 a.m.; the walk-athon is at 10 a.m., followed by a kidfriendly magic show.
Walkers can register free, online at fpcct.gojiggy.com. Same-day registration also is offered, at 9 a.m., behind the music shell at Walnut Hill Park.
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Barre fitness classes will be offered for the first time this month at Fitness by Design on Webster Square Road.
Seat work uses these moves as well as a small exercise ball between the legs to work the core and glutes.
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Here are 5 things to know about the ballet-inspired workout from studio owner Meaghan Massenat and class instructor Ashley Orozco.
Health benefits Barre fitness targets a variety of muscles including glutes, hamstring, hip flexor and core. Tiny isometric movements are the focus. Orozco said the exercise is beneficial for lengthening the body and posture. She said barre is especially helpful for those that have a desk job and spend the day primarily sitting. The workouts can also help with sleeping disorders, like insomnia, as well as overall mental health.
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Like in traditional ballet, barre fitness moves include pliés, which are done by turning out the feet before bending and straightening the knees, relevés which involve rising up on the tips of the toes, and arabesques
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tracted former ballet dancers the warm-up is walking in like herself to the dance-inplace with high knees, lifting spired workout. small dumbbells in time to music, as well as hip pulses, The classes at Fitness by De- planks and push-ups. Toes sign will focus mainly on the are usually flexed or pointed. barre method, which uses stretching techniques in be- Stretches are done in between workouts. Floor work tween workouts to warm the is also incorporated into the leg muscles. Stretching can barre method as well as also be used as a transition dumbbells, resistance bands into the next workout. and small exercise balls.
Class participants lean on the bar for balance while keeping their posture when doing more than a dozen different workouts. Orozco said she creates the workouts set to upbeat music similar to dance choreography.
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