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Play+learn 2014
A SpeciAl publicAtion of the bozemAn DAily chronicle
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Bozeman Schools Calendar Changes ............ 3 Back-to–School Shopping on a Budget ......... 4 Fall Weekend Adventures ............................. 5 Local Teachers and Principals Talk about Preparing for Elementary, Middle and High School Transitions ........................................ 6 Student Sleep Guidelines ............................10 Packing Healthy Lunches for Your Child ...... 11 School Calendars 2014–2015 ................. 12–13
Introducing
Play + Learn It’s a NEW publication that combines our popular Fall/Winter Activities Guide with Back–to–School information into one handy resource for families. Packed with information on enrichment and athletic activities for afterschool and weekends, articles to help busy families thrive and school calendars for the area school districts, this is a publication you will refer to again and again.
Dyslexia and Learning .................................14 Best iPad Apps for Students ........................15 Shoe Shopping ............................................. 17 Parent’s Time ............................................... 17 Fall Activities Guide ....................................18
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Bozeman Schools Make Calendar Changes by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff
Area districts like Belgrade and Three Forks won’t notice a change in their schools’ calendars, but students in the Bozeman school district won’t be starting school until after Labor Day this year. In March, Bozeman School Board trustees voted 8-0 to approve the 2014-2015 school calendar changes, which bring about several noteworthy modifications. Instead of attending 180 days of school, students will only be in school 174. However, the school days will be ten minutes longer. The change was initiated after hearing concerns from parents who had to frantically make arrangements for their children during halfday releases that occurred one Wednesday each month. A committee comprised of one teacher and one parent from each school in the district made recommendations, which now formulate the new calendar. Athan Mandragouras, father of an incoming third grader, has had problems with the previous calender. For each PIR day, he and his wife would sign up their daughter for an art camp, but if they missed the signup, they had to worry about hiring a babysitter. “I’m excited to see the early release days go away,” Mandragouras said. “Early releases are really difficult for us. They never made sense to me. Why not have a full day off on a Friday or Monday?” Much to Mandragouras’s relief, the 2014-2015 school year erases half days from the calendar, which were used for pupil-instruction-related or PIR days where teachers are able to collaborate on curriculum, review student learning data and attend professional training. Teachers will now have PIR days on the same days that allow for students to enjoy three or four day weekends instead. “By increasing the minutes per day (no more than ten minutes) and abandoning the early release days, we were able to accomplish the same amount of instructional time in 174 days rather than 180 days,” said Bozeman School District Superintendent Rob Watson via email. “So students have not lost any instructional time.” For parents worried about school cutting into summer break, schools are scheduled to get out June 11, 2015, the same date as the 2013-2014 calendar. According to an article printed by the Bozeman Daily Chronicle in March, winter break will be two full weeks long, spring break will remain one week off and no school will be held the Nov. 26-28 for Thanksgiving break. In 2001, Montana Senate Bill 390 amended the law that previously required school districts to have 180 school days changing it to 1,080 hours of school per year. Bozeman’s new calendar schedules 1,082 hours of school.
Teachers will still work 188 days each year, with 14 of those days set aside for PIR days. PIR days start the last week of August. Watson was unable to state if the calendar change was a trial for this year or a permanent change by simply stating, “We look at the calendar every year and make changes or adjustments based on feedback about what has worked and what has not.”
School Hours Elementary (K-5): 8:30–3:30 K-3 are released at 2:10 on Fridays Middle School (6-8): 8:20–3:25 High School (9-12): 8:25–3:35 Visit www.bsd7.org for calendar information or see page 12.
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Back-to-school shopping on a budget by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff Nothing gets parents down in the dumps more than back-to-school shopping. With the average family spending over $650 on back-toschool clothes, electronics and supplies, according to a National Retail Federation survey, spending money on school is a quick way to drain both mom and dad’s wallet. Even the best bargain-shoppers have it rough at this time of year, but with a little planning, any parent can save themselves more than just a few bucks. Here are our tips for saving big this back-to-school season. When it comes to clothes shopping, just wait. Often, big department stores will hold clearance sales after the back-to-school shopping rush. Your kids don’t need outfits for the whole school year from one shopping trip. The sales may be tempting this time of year, but it pays to hold off. Many stores will also have seasonal clearance sales, so stock up on fall gear for next year at the beginning of winter. Markdown schedules for most big retailers can also be found on coupon websites. Kids worried about making favorable impressions may hate this, but it is important to reuse items. If your child only used a quarter of the pages from their notebook last year, have them reuse it for the this school year. Things like pencils and pens don’t have to be bought year after year. Reusing more expensive items like graphing calculators or art
supplies is essential to saving so make sure you let your child know that taking care of these items is important. Print out a copy of your school’s supply list so you know exactly what you need to purchase. This will help you stick to the essentials and keep you from second guessing yourself as to whether or not your fourth grader still needs crayons. With all the money you’ll be spending, it’s nice to remember that you can always earn a little bit back. Local consignment shops buy back lightly used clothing, uniforms and backpacks. Whether they’re last season’s trends or your child has outgrown it, these shops are a great resource to take advantage of. And you might even find a few items for a low price that you can buy there instead of brand new from a department store.
Bozeman Consignment Shops Re-Couture If you have teenage girls who are dying to wear the best names in fashion, then this upscale resale boutique is a great place to start your backto-school shopping. They are also looking to buy stylish clothing purchased within the last three years or any designer label item. 2320 W. Main St., 582-5710, recoutureboutique. com Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Pawn Depot/NU2U Thrift Outlet This store has it all when it comes to back-to-school clothing. They even sell musical instruments, so if your child is thinking of joining band this year, this may be a
good place to look for a starting instrument. 431 N. 7th Ave., 585-9031, pawndepotnu2u.com Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Head West Not only will you find new clothes, but resale, retro and vintage Western items as well. The store even features a “Consignment Corral” where families can buy, trade, sell or consign Western brand clothing. 24 W. Main St., 5872153, headwestbozeman.com Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sun 12-5 p.m.
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Fall Weekend Adventures by Anna Shimshak, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff
Though the extended summer days are coming to a close with the start of the academic year, weekend adventures in the Bozeman area offer a diverse array of opportunities for family time and fun.
For the animal lovers, Montana Grizzly Encounter offers a chance to view these furry creatures up close without the bear spray. This spacious sanctuary is a mere 10 miles outside of Bozeman and provides education about bears and their natural habitat. In the fall, Montana Grizzly Encounter is open daily from 10am to 6pm and 10am-4pm in the winter. Admission for children (5-12) is $5 and $7 for teenagers (13+) and adults. Montana Grizzly Encounter 80 Bozeman Hill Rd. Bozeman, Montana 59715 (406) 586-8893 www.grizzlyencounter.com Awaken the scientist and space age explorer in your children! The American Computer Museum will insight curiosity and awe with its extensive collection of thinking machines. Ranging from robots, to brains and computers, the museum’s collections features an original NASA Apollo Moon Mission Navigational Computer, an original Apple I computer, an ant brain and a T-Rex brain! Admission
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Local Teachers and Principals Talk about Preparing for Elementary, Middle and High School Transitions by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff
It’s no mystery to parents that summer vacation where kids drink fresh lemonade every day, visit the local pool on sunny afternoons and spend mornings at the park is a three-month-long paradise for kids. Unfortunately, all that fun often makes the transition back to school difficult. What’s even harder for children is a transition to a new building, meeting new classmates and learning a strange schedule. Kids who are making the leap to kindergarten, middle school or high school this fall will be undergoing many changes. It’s necessary for parents to remember that this isn’t just another year for their child. Whether they’re leaving home for the first time or entering a building that will start teaching them skills for life after school, there are many things that you as a parent can do to make the transition easier for your child. Kindergarten
Struggles
Parents of incoming kindergarteners with last minute questions about their child’s big transition to a full-time student shouldn’t hesitate to ask their school, but for all the basics, Whittier Elementary School Principal Darren Schlepp and Meadowlark Elementary School teacher Lena Toxvard have the answers.
Toxvard, who taught kindergarten for the first time last year, noticed that new students struggle with the differences in learning levels they have from their peers. “Some kids come in already reading at a third grade level and some can’t write their names,” Toxvard said. “It’s intimidating for kids to see where others are at.” Despite the differences, she advises parents not to play catch-up with their children. “We start [teaching] at whatever level the students come in at. No advanced preparation work is required. It is our job to bring them up by the end of the year.” Come spring, your child will be able to write sentences, phonetically spell, identify shapes, carry out addition and subtraction up to ten and count to 100, to name a few skills. For parents who think their child may notice a difference in their learning level, Toxvard suggests that parents talk to their kids about what will be different as it will give them an early understanding. Schlepp noticed kindergarteners often struggle with the new scheduling. “For the students who might not be used to having a lot of structure during the day, this can be a challenge,” Shlepp said, adding that the schools often provide healthy snacks during the day to help boost energy. However, a typical day of kindergarten can be challenging for children not used to a full day’s schedule. “There are a fair amount of kids who start between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. [for before-school programs] and their day here goes until 3:30 p.m. and many of them ride the bus and don’t get home until after 4 p.m., so that’s a long day.”
Immunizations First things first. In order for your child to enter kindergarten, there are several required immunizations. According to the Montana Department of Health and Human Services’ website, children entering kindergarten need three different shots: • Polio (IPV) with three doses and a booster dose after the fourth birthday. • Tetanus/Diphtheria Pertussis (DTaP) with four doses and one dose given after the fourth birthday. If a child receives DT without pertussis, he/she will need a medical exemption for the pertussis (whooping cough) component of the vaccine. • Measles/Mumps/Rubella (MMR) is a two dose series. First dose after the first birthday, second dose before school entry. According to Schlepp, students with religious exemptions from the immunizations need to fill out the proper paperwork in order to be exempt.
7 Wednesday, August 27, 2014 • Big Sky Publishing What to expect “Their day is very faced-paced,” Schlepp warns parents. Kids will be exposed to physical education classes, music, library time and even technology. “We introduce kindergarten kids right away to a variety of different tools, but probably most of all the kindergarten classes in Bozeman will have experiences with iPads and smart boards,” Schlepp said. Beyond new technologies, students can expect to learn from guess and check science experiments, vocabulary development, independent reading with mini skills lessons, writing workshops, play-based lessons and hands-on learning for subjects like math.
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The Common Core The common core tends to “get a bad rep from the media,” said Toxvard, which means parents are often asking teachers questions about this new set of nation-wide learning standards. “The common core gets students college or career ready after high school,” she explained. However, Schlepp stated that Bozeman schools have always had a learning standard, but the common core has been “very beneficial to have” as it ensures “all Bozeman teachers can work to make sure kids are getting the essential skills in a consistent fashion.”
Enjoyment Eventually, students will get used to the long day away from home and find they enjoy school. According to Toxvard, the children “love seeing their friends and teachers. They create meaningful bonds. Eventually, they like the structure, the routine. They like to know what’s going on every day.” Schlepp agreed the full days and social aspects make kindergarten enjoyable for kids. “It doesn’t take very long for them to transition into feeling good about school.” Before and after-school programs For parents with busy work schedules, the Bozeman school district offers before and after school programs. At Whittier, Schlepp added the afterschool program even offers dinner through the community kitchen.
Orientation In the spring, Bozeman elementary schools offer informal events that allow parents to ask questions, see the schools and meet other parents. During August, parents receive information from their child’s school regarding orientation days that take place the days prior to the first day of school. “The meet and greet is a great way for parents to start meaningful relationships with other parents and the teachers,” Toxvard said.
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Advice Even though you’ve gone through kindergarten yourself, times have changed and both Shlepp and Toxvard have pieces of advice that will help ease the transition from home to kindergarten. Schlepp: “Just enjoy talking about school. I really encourage parents to be excited about school. Getting kids into a routine right now as far as going to bed early, sharing a story at night, getting up and getting breakfast. Getting a routine in place that week before school starts will pay off a lot, because, no doubt, those kiddos will be coming home really tired for the first few weeks after school starts. If parents notice their kids might be a little nervous, I encourage parents to call, so we can have a conversation over the phone to see what we can do on a personal level for those kids.” Toxvard: “Bring your child to the meet and greet. It will get them exposed to the atmosphere. Wean down on nap time. Please don’t stress. Your child is in good hands. It’s going to be a great year even with tears. Those do happen.”
Middle School “Elementary school looks so much different than what middle school looks like. For example, in elementary school you have one teacher all day and then you have specials who often times come to your classroom. So when students come to middle school, they’re changing classes eight times. And that alone is a huge difference,” Chief Joseph Middle School Principal Brian Ayers said. It’s true middle school is quite different than elementary school, for a multitude of reasons. Parents have every right to worry about how their pre-teen will manage, but the transition doesn’t have to hard for students or parents.
Anxieties For Bozeman middle schoolers, there are eight different class periods consisting of health enhancement, math, science, social studies and communication arts with two elective classes and three minute passing periods. “Middle school is such a social time for kids in their development that trying to figure out ‘how do I make it from point A to point B, stop at my locker to get what I need, interact with my friends and do all that in three minutes, because I have to be in my next class ready to go.’ The anxiety that comes with that is probably the big anxiety for kids.” The next big struggle Ayers warns about affects both parents and students: the stress of feeling comfortable around new faces. “I think friends is another big cause for anxiety for parents and kids, because you’re kind of settled into your elementary community and depending on which school you come from when you come to middle school, you’re coming to a setting with kids from elementary schools all over the city.” But after interacting with parents for years, Ayers knows they just want to know their children are feeling safe and comfortable at school. “We’re
going to have 700 students here this semester. Everything we do the previous spring through the sixth grade year is geared toward helping our students and parents feel safe here and cared for here and that we’re doing everything we can to meet the individual needs of every one of our students.”
Orientations Parents and students alike have many opportunities to familiarize themselves with their future school. Starting in February before middle school, there are parents nights, and in May, fifth graders spend a half day at middle school. Counselors from the middle school also meet with fifth grade teachers to learn about any needs incoming students may have. Transition Education In Progress meetings are also held at that time of year. By Aug. 26, students will have had another opportunity to walk through their middle school, this time with their schedule in hand and mom or dad by their side for encouragement. August 28 gives students and parents a chance to meet their teachers and later that night Thrive’s parent-liaisons come for “Thriving Sixth Graders,” where they share hints for making sixth grade a successful year and guide parents through the transition. For parents who have further questions, Ayers recommends checking out the CJMS’s new parent resource, which can be found in the parent’s tab on the CJMS website.
Connecting with Teachers “Our sixth grade teachers are phenomenal when it comes to really understanding what those kids are going through,” Ayers said. “They are our greatest resource for our parents simply because they know how to be proactive and engage the parents and make sure the parents are aware of what they need to know.” For parents who realize they may need to speak with a teacher early on, phone calls are welcomed as parent-teacher conferences will not be held until the second week of October. However, on Sept. 16, parents will be invited to the school as their first opportunity to learn about their child’s time in middle school.
Enjoyment Amid all the new changes, Ayers has found that pre-teens learn to enjoy their time in middle school. “Middle school kids are changing so much—developing physically, socially—other than the first five years of their life, this is the time of greatest change for them, and I think what they really enjoy when coming to middle school is the responsibility. They’ll call it freedom. They enjoy that they’re given more freedom, more responsibility.” Along with their new found freedoms, Ayers notes that students often love the social side that comes with middle school as well as freedom in choosing their electives classes.
Advice “The best advice I can give a parent coming in is to communicate. If you have questions, if you have concerns, communicate. What I’ve heard form parents is they’re really involved in elementary school and their kids want them to back off a little bit or maybe they chose to back off.
9 Wednesday, August 27, 2014 • Big Sky Publishing I would really encourage parents not to back off. I would tell parents to stay as involved as they were in elementary school, if not more. Let’s partner up here and make sure we’re always in contact.”
High School While parents of incoming high schoolers won’t have to worry about scheduling any shots or physicals, unless their child is an athlete, there are many other things parents of incoming high schoolers have to do. Kevin Conwell, principal of Bozeman High School, keeps his advice for parents of incoming freshmen brief, but the changes from middle school to high school can seem drastic to any teenager. One big change incoming freshmen tend to worry about is the size of their new school. “The size is a very big difference. Many students are coming from a school of 600-700 students to a school of nearly 2000 students.” Along with the size of the student body, kids will have new hallways to navigate as Bozeman High School is bigger than the middle schools. However, just as Ayers of Chief Jospeh Middle School observed that new middle schoolers enjoy the freedom that comes with being a sixth grader, new high school students enjoy the added freedoms. Students at BHS can enjoy open campus for lunch. High school also offers more activities and sports to keep students busy after school hours as well. Sports seasons are longer and often require more from the student-athlete. The high school also offered spring and fall orientations where incoming students have the chance to find their locker and classrooms. In the spring, incoming students were visited by Conwell for a presentation on life in high school. Students are also excited to take classes from departments that weren’t offered in middle school like classes from the Trades and Industries Department such as architectural graphics, auto-mechanics, engineering, metal, photography and woodworking. For parents interested in volunteering in high school activities, the Parent Advisory Committee meets the second Thursday of every month. Conwell typically attends the meetings in order to inform parents of upcoming school activities. “It’s a major transition, and we try to ease the stress as much as possible,” Conwell said to assure parents. Advice: Conwell offers three pieces of advice for parents with high schoolers. “Make sure your student has consistent attendance. Schedule appointments for non-school time. Continue to parent. Parents have a tendency to back off, but the kids still need guidance, and it’s important to watch them and reinforce their work and accountability. Get off to a strong start. I mean keeping up with their assignments and preparing for exams. It is much easier on students and families to keep a nice steady pace rather than getting themselves in a hole and trying to work their way out of it all semester.”
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For all incoming students of Bozeman Middle Schools interested in participating in fall sports. Sports Fee $80.00 spoRTs siGN Up deadliNe fooTBall & VolleYBall................... august 26, 2014 ALL Athletes/Parents are required to complete the Sports Participation Booklet including a current Sports Physical. Fall Sports Fee $80.00-Must be paid to register for sport participation and/or tryout. SPORTS BOOKLETS/SIGN UP INFORMATION FOR FALL SPORTS ARE AVAILABLE NOW AT CJMS, SMS, or BHS Activities Offices ALL forms and fees must be turned into the CJMS, SMS, or BHS Activities Office by the sign-up deadline. Both Football and Volleyball will begin their season on Wednesday, August 27, 2014. Due to MHSA Guidelines concerning the required number of practices, ALL Fall Sport Athletes must start on Aug 27 or they will miss the first competition of the season. Please plan accordingly. Contact Jerry Reisig at the Middle School Activities Office at 522-6234 for more information. Additional information can be found online: bsd7.org/activities/sport
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Student Sleep Guidelines by Anna Shimshak, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff With the start of a new school year comes the allure of freshly sharpened pencils, crisp composition notebooks and scuff-free sneakers ready for the playground. However, this excitement is often tainted by pleas for five more minutes from bleary-eyed children buried deep in their beds. Every parent has encountered the morning tug-of-war of waking reluctant children and watching them stumble to the school bus in a somnolent stupor. This begs the question as to how much sleep children should be getting. Studies have shown that a majority of children do not get sufficient or quality sleep, especially during the school week. The National Sleep Foundation and the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute recommend that toddlers (ages 1-3) receive between 12-14 hours of sleep, preschoolers (ages 3-5) receive 11-13 hours, school-age kids (ages 5-12) receive 10-11 hours of sleep and teenagers to adults 8.5-9 hours of sleep each night. Preparations for a quality night sleep begin long before your child is tucked in their bed. For younger children (ages 5 and under), naps play a crucial part of complete sleep. For older, school age children, diet and exercise are also key.
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A balanced diet of vegetables and a protein coupled with beverages that are low in sugar and free of caffeine will prevent kids from staying awake in the later hours of the evening. To prevent further bedtime woes, certified sleep consultant Diana Julian of Big Sky Lullaby in Helena, Montana recommends parents start to prepare the environment for sleep long before bedtime. After dinner, shades can be lowered and external noises such as the radio and TV quieted. This dimming and quieting of the environment will begin the natural production of melatonin in children and help prepare them for sleep when bedtime arrives. Sleep environments should be kept dark, cool and free of visual stimulants like lights or mobiles. For babies, nightlights are not recommended as they can keep the child awake. However, nightlights can be effective for kids around ages 3-4 when they become scared of the dark. When the dreaded boogeyman or monsters under the bed wake your kids, Diana suggests that lights be turned on and children comforted and held. Reassuring your child that they are safe, loved and that mom and dad are close by will help to soothe their fears. Unless parents seek to habitually co-sleep with their children, Diana does not recommend that parents bring their kids into bed with them after nightmares, as this can create an undesired and hard to break habit. Though parents can ready the environment for sleep and ensure their children have healthy habits, the omnipresence of technology has compounded the challenge of “lights out.” With gadgets of all shapes and sizes, children are virtually plugged in to a seemingly endless stream of shows, songs, images and games. Diana recommends that technology and “screens” be turned off two hours before bed and no later than an hour before bed. While this can be easier to achieve with younger children, the demands of homework on adolescents can make this recommendation a challenge. Diana suggests parents help their high schoolers with time management. Quick naps of 20 minutes after school help to refuel and recharge the brain for more productive homework time. If students can read or have quiet time before bed in which to decompress, their bodies will be better prepared for quality sleep. With the heavy academic burdens and pressures to succeed that many high school students face, it is important that parents dissuade their high schoolers from pulling “all-nighters.” Sleep, more specifically non-REM sleep, is essential for cognitive development. Non-Rem sleep allows for the creation and storage of memory. Therefore, when students pull “all nighters”, not only is their concentration compromised by fatigue, but they also undermined their study efforts by preventing their brain from resting and building memory. Bedtime need not be a dreaded time and ensuring your children are catching enough z’s need not be a guessing game. By being attentive to their environments, their habits and behavior, parents can help their children achieve and maintain quality sleep at night, making the days more enjoyable and productive.
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Packing Healthy Lunches for Your Child by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff It’s common to worry that your child just might swap out the healthy apple in his lunchbox for another kid’s potato chips. Finding a balance between healthy and interesting food for young, picky eaters can be hard, but it doesn’t have to be. Packing the same-old sandwich, apple and juice pouch is an almost guaranteed way to make your child engage in the food exchange during lunch hour so learning how to mix up lunches is a great first step for getting your child to eat what you have packed. Here are some tips for making the most out of your child’s lunch:
Avoid kid-sized, pre-packed foods. These items are often very high in sodium and preservatives. It’s also easy to make a week’s worth of lunch by buying healthy items in bulk, especially if you have more than one child to pack a lunch for. You can cut down costs by buying produce that is in-season as well.
Be creative. If your child loved the dinner you made last night, don’t shy away from using the left over chicken to make a healthy wrap or pita sandwich. The leftovers will go much quicker and you know your child won’t be swapping lunches for their friends’ PB and J. Creativity can also help picky eaters savor that everyday turkey sub much more by using a cookie cutter to trim off the crusts, so your child can enjoy a sandwich in the shape of their favorite sugar cookie.
With help from Chicago-trained Chef George Stathis from Montana Ale Works, parents can whip up quick, healthy lunches kids are bound to devour. • Tuna Salad, swap the mayo for olive oil and add in your child’s favorite vegetables. • Pizza Quesadillas, a quesadilla made with cheese and your child’s favorite pizza toppings (hopefully some include vegetables). Served with low-fat ranch dressing for dipping. It would be easy to include carrots too so your child can use the left-over ranch. • Brown rice cakes, spread peanut butter or a low-fat flavored cream cheese for a great side. • DIY Lunchables, buy whole wheat crackers, cut up deli meat and include a healthy cheese like provolone. Your kids can then have fun making their own mini sandwiches, and you can even include vegetables that a store-bought lunchable wouldn’t offer. • Air-popped popcorn, a high-protein dessert that can be tossed with cinnamon and sugar or Parmesan cheese for extra flavoring.
Make simple healthy choices. Simple switches can make all the difference. Try adding avocado or honey mustard to a sandwich instead of mayonnaise. Just be sure to put a little lemon juice on the avocado to keep it fresh until lunch. Instead of jams and jelly on a peanut butter sandwich, cut up a fresh banana. Even substituting a whole wheat tortilla instead of bread can make a huge difference in your child’s diet.
Keep it balanced. It’s important that your child eats from each food group: grains, fruit, vegetable, dairy and protein. Some days it can be hard to include every group, but even small amounts from each group will help keep your child focused and feeling full throughout the rest of the school day. Tortillas, pitas and breads can all be bought in whole wheat or whole grain instead of white flour in order to help your child get a proper portion of grains into their lunchtime diet. Fruit smoothies can be made at home as a substitute to sugary juice pouches. Dried fruit lasts longer than fresh fruit in a lunch box, and vegetables can be packed with low-fat ranch or peanut butter for dipping. A simple way to include dairy into a lunch is by packing string cheese, so you won’t need to worry about milk or cottage cheese spoiling in a locker all morning. Proteins can be disguised as a sweet by mixing nuts with dried fruits or chocolates to make a trail mix.
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2014–2015 SCHO Belgrade School District
Big Sky School District
Bozeman School District
August 27 ......................................................................School Starts
September 3..................................................................School Starts
September 2 ...................................................... 1–12 School Starts
September 1 ............................................... Labor Day (No School)
September 22 ..........................................................PIR (No School)
September 5 .................................... Kindergarten Full Days Start
October 16–17 ......................................................MEA (No School)
October 16-17.......................................................... PIR (No School)
September 29 ................................................K–12 PIR (No School) October 16–17 & 20................................................PIR (No School)
November 26 ......................................PT Conference (No School) November 26-28..............................................Thanksgiving Break
October 27 .......................................................................... No School
Novembver 10.....................K-5 Parent-Teacher Conf. (No School)
December 22–January 2 ............................................Winter Break
November 7......................................................PIR Day (No School)
November 11................................................................ PIR (No School)
February 16 ........................................President’s Day (No School)
November 26 ....................................... Half Day (11:35 Dismissal)
November 26–28 ........................................Thanksgiving Holiday
March 9–13 ....................................................................Spring Break
November 27–28 ............................................ Thanksgiving Break
December 22–January 2 ............................................Winter Break
May 25 ...................................................Memorial Day (No School)
December 22–January 2............................................Winter Break
January 26 .................................................................PIR (No School)
May 30 .......................................................High School Graduation
January 23.........................................................PIR Day (No School)
January 27 ......................................................6–12 PIR (No School)
June 5....................................................................Last Day of School
February 9 ................................................. Presidents’ Day Holiday
February 16 ................................................Presidents’ Day Holiday
February 19–20 ................................................................. No School
March 9–13 ....................................................................Spring Break
PIR/Early Release Days
March 13–16 ..................................................................March Break
April 9................................................................. K–8 PIR (No School)
September 24 ....................................................... PIR/Early Release
April 3 ......................................................................... PIR (No School)
April 10 .......................................................................PIR (No School)
October 15............................................................. PIR/Early Release
April 20–24 .................................................................... Spring Break
May 22 .............................................................9–12 PIR (No School)
December 10 ........................................................ PIR/Early Release
May 25...........................................................Memorial Day Holiday
May 25 ...........................................................Memorial Day Holiday
January 21 ............................................................. PIR/Early Release
June 6 ......................................................................LPHS Graduation
June 7.........................................................High School Graduation
February 4 ............................................................. PIR/Early Release
June 10..............................Kindergarten & 8th Grade Promotion
February 25 ........................................................... PIR/Early Release
June 12..................................................................Last Day of School
April 3...................................................................... PIR/Early Release April 15 ................................................................... PIR/Early Release May 20 .................................................................... PIR/Early Release June 5...................................................................... PIR/Early Release Parent-Teacher Conferences: Elementary: November 6 and 11; February 5 and 16 Middle School: November 11 and 13; February 3 and 5 High School: November 13 and 18
Bighorns Information was compiled from District Websites. Changes may
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Livingston School District
Manhattan School District
Three Forks School District
August 27 ............................................................ First Day of School
August 26 ..........................................................First Day of School
August 27 ............................................................First Day of School
September 1........................................................Labor Day Holiday
September 1 .....................................................Labor Day Holiday
September 1.......................................................Labor Day Holiday
October 16–17.........................................................PIR (No School)
October 16-17 ...........................................MEA/MFT (No School)
October 16-17............................................... MEA/PIR (No School)
November 7..............................................................PIR (No School)
November 26-28 .......................................... Thanksgiving Break
November 4................. Parent/Teacher Conference (5:00-8:00)
November 26–28 ............................................ Thanksgiving Break
December 12 .................................. Tip Off Tourney (No School)
November 5................. Parent/Teacher Conference (3:30-6:30)
December 22–January 2............................................Winter Break
December 22-January 2 .......................................... Winter Break
November 7........................................................................No School
January 19........................................................................ (No School)
January 26 ........................................................................ No School
November 27–28 ............................................Thanksgiving Break
January 23.................................................................PIR (No School)
February 16 ......................................President’s Day (No School)
December 22–January 2............................................Winter Break
February 16 .............................................. Presidents’ Day Holiday
February 17 .............................................................PIR (No School)
January 19...........................................................................No School
March 13....................................................................PIR (No School)
April 2–6 ........................................................................Easter Break
February 16 .......................................President’s Day (No School)
April 3–10....................................................................... Spring Break
May 31 ........................................................ Memorial Day Holiday
March 5–6 ...........................................................................No School
May 25 ..........................................................Memorial Day Holiday
June 1 ......................................................High School Graduation
April 2–7 ..........................................................................Easter Break
June 5 ....................................................................Last Day of School
June 4 .................................................................Last Day of School
May 25.......................................................................... Memorial Day May 24 at 2:00 p.m. ....................................................... Graduation May 29..................................................................Last Day of School
Early Dismissal Days November 26 .................................................................... 11:10 a.m. December 12..................................................................... 11:10 a.m. March 20............................................................................. 11:10 a.m. May 29 ................................................................................ 11:10 a.m.
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Dyslexia and Learning by Elsie Johnson, owner/director for Learning Options For years, teachers and parents have wondered how and why students who appear smart in every other way struggle with reading, writing, and spelling. Many famous people known for creativity and imagination struggled with words and letters. The Einsteins, Edisons, Schwabs and Lenos of the world survived their struggles and succeeded because of their way of thinking. Current research gives some clues: Dr. Linda KregerSilverman developed the concept of the visual spatial learner to define students who think in images. She shows that 70
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percent of the population have visual spatial strengths; of this percentage, another 30 percent are so strong that they have difficulties with symbols and associating sounds with letters. Brain scans of dyslexics show better readings with alternate strategies since information flows along different pathways in the brain, according to Rumsey and Horwitz of the National Institute of Mental Health. Dr. Jennifer Poole’s Grounded Theory found disorientation occurs when the brain cannot process conflicting information. After helping students and adults in public and private schools and colleges, I learned to look at learning and thinking through the lens of word and picture-thinking. Word thinkers, also known as auditory sequential thinkers, can be described as step-by-step,
requiring mastery of one area before progressing to a higher level. Consequently, these superior analytic skills easily make sense of words and the letters they are made of –thus reading, writing and spelling come naturally to those learners. Picture thinkers, also known as visual-spatial thinkers, are more self-directed and exploratory, and they look at new concepts from multiple angles, making sudden intuitive leaps. This creativity and imagination natural to picture-thinking turns on at will. When this talent applies to a letter or word, words can appear different than how they looks on the page, and writing or spelling may come out differently than expected. The disorientation Poole reports happens so naturally that we are unaware that what our brain sees and hears is not what has been
written or said. Most of us have disoriented when things do not make sense to us. Disorientation can be as simple as the feeling that our car is moving when it’s not or being so absorbed in a movie that we lose sense of where we are. Since the brain disorients as a result of a person being really good at creative thinking, the creative thinker can turn their disorientation on and off to fit the situation. By simply turning off the feeling of imagination and creativity, the picture thinker can be certain their brain accurately receives how something looks or sounds when working with letters and words. Once certain of what is seen, the picture-thinker can rely on the order and sequence not naturally apparent to them and achieve better results with reading, writing and spelling. Looking through the lens of word and picture- thinking can explain types of smartness and struggles with sequential tasks like reading, writing and spelling. As author Tom West writes his popular book on dyslexic learners “In The Mind’s Eye,” our world needs both types of intelligence. Respect and use of both word and picture-thinking gives success with word-based tasks and brings students to the computer-based, visually-oriented careers awaiting them, all part of school success. Elsie Johnson is the director and owner of Learning Options, which aims to help students with dyslexia and autism in Bozeman and the surrounding areas. For questions, visit thelearningoptions.com or contact Elsie at 282-7416 or at elsie@ thelearningoptions.com.
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Best iPad Apps for Students by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff
In an age where books are replaced by Kindles and notebooks by laptops, introducing technology into your child’s life may not seem like a big challenge, but with over one million apps for sale by Apple, it can be hard deciding which ones are trash and which ones have some educational value. With school right around the corner, downloading a few educational apps on your iPad or iPhone could help get your student back into school mode.
High Schoolers MLA Cited—This may not be the most fun app, but it’s necessary for avoiding plagiarism on any research paper as it helps students correctly cite any source. $0.99 Pages, Numbers and Keynote— This series of apps allows students to create word documents, spreadsheets and visual presentations. Each app features iCloud sharing and Apple-designed templates. Free Literary Analysis Guide—Developed by a college English professor, this app lets users understand poetry, prose and rhetoric by developing an understanding of style and meaning in literature. This is incredibly helpful for students preparing for college-level English courses. $2.99 Wolfram Alpha- Rated five stars, this app acts as a personal tutor by helping students solve any math problem—from basic algebra to calculus. Step-by-step instructions are listed for problems students need help figuring out. $2.99 Continued on page 16
16 Wednesday, August 27, 2014 • Big Sky Publishing Best iPad Apps for Students, continued from page 15 Sketchbook Pro—Perfect for blossoming artists, this app allows for an authentic drawing experience similar to that of a pencil, pen, marker or brush. A 2500 percent zoom allows for artists to control the finest details of any piece of art. Free
Middle Schoolers DuoLingo—In a fun app that allows learners of any age to grasp the basics of over twenty different languages, being bi-lingual couldn’t be any easier. The app also tracks your progress and gives broken down lessons divided by specific word categories. Free The Elements: A Visual Exploration—Based on the internationally best-selling book by Theodore Gray, the elements are taught in a way a paper-back just can’t compete with. The interactive table of the elements gives details and information through picture, video and figures. $13.99 Chicktionary—IThis is a game that will not only entertain your tween but keep their minds racing as well. This interactive word game challenges players to compete against the clock in a race to
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find as many words from the given selection of letters as possible. It has a chicken theme, which is bound to be egg-citing for young learners. $2.99 StudyBlue—This is one of the highest-rated flashcard apps. It not only has pre-made flashcard decks for each subject but lets users create word or picture flashcards of their own. The app also allows for classmates to collaborate through the app. Free Ultimate Dinopedia—From the National Geographic Society, this app has been backed by the National Teachers Association and the Children’s Book Council as an Outstanding Science Trade Book for students K-12. The app gives an interactive family tree of all the dinosaurs and provides pronunciations, vital statistics, size comparisons and artwork on each dinosaur. iPad only $4.99
Elementary School Stack the States—Well worth the 99 cents, this app teaches kids facts about all 50 states through interactive gaming. As your child learns America’s geography, state capitals and state flags, each level possesses a new challenge that will make them an expert on all things America. $0.99 Endless Alphabet—Ideal for kindergarteners, this app teaches the alphabet, spelling and helps build vocabulary. Before you know it, your tot could be using and spelling words like gargantuan or hilarious! $6.99 Scribble Press—This app combines writing and art skills for youngsters by letting them create their own story books. Winner of five different education awards for iPad apps, letting your child become an author couldn’t be any easier, and the ebooks are easily shareable with friends and family on social media sites. iPad only $3.99 Balloony Word—This word game features a backstory of Gordon the Gorilla and Kendra the Kangaroo to help teach kids vocabulary by featuring a “hangman” style game that includes elementary science terms, animal names and sight words. $1.99
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Parent’s Time by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff This time of the year is hectic: back-to-school shopping, activities and school registration, not to mention all the stuff that’s already piled on your to-do list. While you’re busy making sure your kids are geared up for school this fall, make some time to treat yourself—even if you only have a few minutes to spare.
Shoe Shopping Tips by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff Bargain shopping hardly ever seems like a bad idea. In fact, bargain shopping is a great strategy for back-to-school shopping. And as much as we all like a good deal, there is one item parents shouldn’t be buying off the clearance shelves: gym shoes. Purchasing a cheap pair of gym shoes for your child could cause health ramifications later on. In an article published by the Chicago Tribune, Dr. Matthew Garoufalis, a podiatrist and immediate past president of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA), warned that foot health is directly related to one’s overall health. “Proper footwear is essential to foot health, so it’s important for parents to ensure kids go back to school with a good foundation on their feet. Shoes are one of the most important back-toschool purchases parents will make.” Shoes can get pricey, especially for parents who find their kids outgrowing their sneakers at the start of every school year.
If you have 20 minutes—try a chair massage from Bozeman Deaconess Synergy Medical Spa. It’s the perfect way to relax if you only have a small amount of time in between grocery shopping and picking up the kids from soccer practice. $25, 905 Highland Blvd. Suite 4420, 556-5140, synergymedicalspabozeman.org If you have 1 hour—try a single intro yoga class from Ridge Athletic. It’s a great way to keep your body limber while learning to relax your mind. Free for members, 4181 Fallon Ave., 586-1737, ridgeathletic.com If you have 2 hours—try out an improv show from the Verge Theater. You’re guaranteed a good laugh, and this makes the perfect date night for you and the hubby. $5, Mon at 7 p.m. At 230 N. Ave., 587-0737, vergetheater.com
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Here are some tips from the APMA for finding shoes for your children this fall: • Never buy used shoes or allow your child to wear hand-me-down footwear. Sharing shoes can spread fungi like athlete’s foot. • Have your child try on both shoes before buying. Check for a stiff heel by pressing on both sides of the heel counter. It shouldn’t collapse under the pressure. Next, make sure the front of the shoe where the toes are located is flexible. Then, try to twist the shoe. The middle should be rigid and never bend in that area. • Shop for shoes later in the day. Feet are always largest then and your child won’t have to squeeze into a pair of shoes later. • Avoid shoes that need to be broken in. They should be comfortable right away. • Be sure to buy shoes for each activity. If your child plays a sport, look for shoes designed for that sport and buy a separate pair just for gym.
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Fall Activities Guide by Stevie Croisant, Bozeman Daily Chronicle staff
With Montana’s summer drawing to an end, keeping the kids away from the TV gets harder once the cool fall weather sets in. Luckily, the Bozeman area offers families a plethora of fall weekend and afterschool activities that will keep kids off the couch. With activities ranging from science to music, every child is bound to find an afterschool program that suits their interests and your schedule. For the…
Animal Lover Junior Volunteer Program. Help rescued
animals by participating in the Cat Cuddler Program. (Free at Heart of the Valley Animal Shelter, 1549 E. Cameron Bridge Rd, 404-3068, heartofthevalleyshelter.org) Ages 6-15 must be accompanied by an adult. Requirement of 2 visits per month for 6 months. 11:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Horse Back Riding Lessons. Learn to
ride horses either with your own horse or one from the stables. (Private 1-hour lessons $55, group rate $40 at Cedar Ridge Equines, 4490 Stucky Rd, 539-3835, kountzarena.com) All ages, schedule private lessons, group lessons Mon and Wed evenings.
Artist After-school Individual Art Lessons.
Activities include drawing, painting, printmaking, pottery, sculpture and more. ($75 with a $5 material fee at Art Splot, 111 S. Grand Ave. #211, 587-8424, artsplot.com) Ages 6+, Mon-Wed. from 4-5 p.m.
After School Art. Art instruction for kids after-school and on PIR days. ($10/day or $40/ PIR day at BozeArts, 234 E. Babcock St. #213, 551-0909, bozearts.com) Grades K-6. Mon-Fri. from 3:30-5:30 p.m. with 5-6 p.m. pickup times.
Creating with Clay. Your little sculptor will learn the basics of throwing clay on the potter’s
wheel. ($135 non-members, $115 members at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 587-9797, theemerson.org) Ages 8-12. Mon. from 09/15-10/27 from 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 13-18. Thurs. from 09/18-10/30 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Fun with Fibers. Projects range from weavings, baskets, knot tying and more. In conjunction with a fiber gallery exhibit by Joel Allen, your child will learn multiple ways to manipulate fibers into wonderful works of art. ($135 non-members, $115 members for older classes, $115 non-members, $97 members for younger classes at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 587-9797, theemerson.org) Ages 4-7. Tues from 09/16-10/28 from 4-5:30 p.m. Ages 8-12. Wed. from 09/1710/29 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Artxplore. Students have a chance to explore a plethora of mediums in this introduction to art class. ($115 non-members, $97 members at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 587-9797, theemerson.org) Ages 4-7. Mon. or Thurs. from Sept-Oct. from 4-5:30 p.m.
Pottery Beginning and Intermediate. In-depth instruction is offered on different pottery projects. ($250 non-members, $212 members at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 587-9797, theemerson.org) Ages 13+ on Wed. from 09/1711/05 from 6:30-9 p.m.
Acrylic Painting Basics. Young painters will focus on still life, landscape, architectural and abstract subject matter while learning opaque and transparent acrylic techniques. ($130 nonmembers, $110 members at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 5879797, theemerson.org) Ages 13+ on Tues. from 09/23-11/04 from 6-8:30 p.m.
Creating Weaving. A weaving class designed for older learners who will make their own projects on hand-built looms. ($130 nonmembers, $110 members at the Emerson Center for the Arts and Culture, 111 S. Grand Ave., 5879797, theemerson.org)Ages 13+ on Wed from 09/17-10/29 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Art After School. For artists who can’t quite decide which medium they love best, this afterschool program allows kids to experiment with clay, water colors or drawing to name a few. ($10 per session at Arts on Fire, 200 S. 23rd Ave., 5868081) Grades 1-12 starting in Sept. Fri. 4-5 p.m.
Dragons, Fairies and Princesses. It’s a story book come true for little princesses and knights as they create their own wands, crowns and fairy wings during craft time and celebrate with a formal tea party. ($35-55 non-members, $30-50 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 14 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, gallatinvalleyymca. org) Grades K-5 on Wed. from 10/29-11/19 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
Cinema Circus West. Combining the elements of a circus with educational short films, the day will be filled with face-painting booths and an interactive film-based art project. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2404, bozemanlibrary.org)Ages 3-10. Sat, Sept. 13 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Athlete Kids Aqua Boot Camp. In a camp that lets little swimmers suit up in full camouflage, learning swimming endurance and survival skills couldn’t be a more fun challenge. ($140 non-members, $100 for members at The Ridge Athletic Club, 4181 Fallon St., 582-4452,
19 Wednesday, August 27, 2014 • Big Sky Publishing ridgeathletic.com) Ages 10 + but exceptions can be made based on ability. Fri. 10/03-11/-07 and 11/14-12/12 from 4:30-5:15 p.m.
including Snowplow Sam, Basic Skills 1-4 and Adult classes available for teens. ($75 nonmembers, $65.25 for members at Bozeman
drop-in fee, at Spire Climbing Center, 13 Enterprise Blvd., 586-0706, spireclimbingcenter. com) Ages 3-9. Sat. 8:30-10 a.m.
Swim Lessons. For any level or age, kids can learn to ditch the doggie paddle and take on the butterfly stroke. ($70 non-members, $60 for members at The Ridge Athletic Club, 4181 Fallon St., 582-4452, ridgeathletic.com) Ages 6 months+ on Mon., Wed. or Sat. beginning in Oct. Times depend on age.
Figure Skating Club. 901 N. Black Ave, bozemanfigureskating.org) Ages 4-5 for Snowplow Sam, 5+ for Basic Skills, teens for Adult lessons. Sun. afternoons from 1-2:50 p.m.
Youth MMA. For any kid interested in
Competitive Swim Clinic. For swimmers interested in competitive swim. Registrations are limited to four students. ($140 non-members, $100 for members at The Ridge Athletic Club, 4181 Fallon St., 582-4452, ridgeathletic.com) All ages on Thurs. in Oct-Dec. from 4-4:45 p.m.
Date Night. Held every Friday so parents can
take the night off. Kids will be kept busy with four hours of swimming, games and, of course, pizza. ($23 non-members, $18 for members at The Ridge Athletic Club, 4181 Fallon St., 5824452, ridgeathletic.com) Ages 2-12 every 2nd and 4th Fri. from 6-10 p.m.
Girls on the Run. In a program that teaches girls how to live a healthy lifestyle, preteens will have the opportunity to volunteer their time for a community service project while training for a 5K. ($100 registration fee at Thrive, 400 E. Babcock St., 587-3840, allthrive.org) Grades 3-5. Tues. and Thurs. twice per week from 09/0911/25 from 3:45-5 p.m.
Fall Academy and Team Soccer Training. Learn the basics of soccer and play scrimmages against other teams. (Fees depend on age at Bozeman Blitzz FC, P.O. Box 4349, 600-8146, bozemanblitzzfc.org) Grades 3-8. Practice 3 times per week with weekend games.
Micro Recreational Soccer. Play soccer and learn values of teamwork. ($80 registration fee which includes uniform at Bozeman Blitzz FC, P.O. Box 4349, 600-8146, bozemanblitzzfc.org) Grades PreK-8. Sun. afternoons from 9/7-10/12. Learn to Skate Classes. Group lessons in hockey and figure skating for beginners
Pee Wee Golf. This program offers all the elements of golf that falls between miniature golf and regulation golf. All sessions are led by PGA professionals. ($45 per session at Bridger Creek Golf Course, 2710 McIllhattan Rd., 5862333, bridgercreek.com) Ages 4-6. Tues. from 09/09-09/30 from 4-4:45 p.m.
Turf Mites Golf. For golfers with a little more practice, this program offers all the elements of regulation golf. All sessions are led by PGA professionals. ($45 per session at Bridger Creek Golf Course, 2710 McIllhattan Rd., 586-2333, bridgercreek.com) Ages 7-15. Tues. from 09/0909/30 from 4-5 p.m.
After-school Beginning/Intermediate Climbing. This after-school programs gives kids of all ages a chance to safely learn the basics of rock climbing and even take their skills to the next level. ($79 per month for once a week, $142 per month for twice a week, $30 additional fee to become a member at Spire Climbing Center, 13 Enterprise Blvd., 586-0706, spireclimbingcenter.com) Ages 5-9 Mon. 4-5:30 p.m. or Fri 2:45-4:15 p.m., Ages 8-12 Wed. 4-5:30 p.m. or Fri. 4:15-5:45 p.m., Ages 11-16 Tues. or Thurs. 4-5:30 p.m.
After-school Advanced Youth Climbing. For climbers who have mastered the basics in safety and rock climbing. ($79 per month for once a week, $142 per month for twice a week, $30 additional fee to become a member at Spire Climbing Center, 13 Enterprise Blvd., 586-0706, spireclimbingcenter.com) Ages 10-16 Tues. and Thurs. 5:30-7 p.m.
Saturday Morning Youth Climb. The program meets outside the gym’s public hours, offering young climbers a free space to enjoy rock climbing. ($105 per 6-week session, $22.50
learning the art and discipline behind the practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, kickboxing and wrestling. ($65 per month at Montana MMA, 2010 N. 7th, 570-0758, montanamma.com) Ages 4+ Mon-Thurs. from 5-5:55 p.m.
Beginner Aikido. The practice of Japanese expressions related to the movements of aikido are taught in order to help kids understand the value of powerful, non-aggressive resolutions to conflict. ($85 at Big Sky Aikido, 421 W. Griffin Dr., 585-1100, bozemanaikido.com) Ages 7-16 on Tues., Thurs. and Fri. from 4:15-5:15 p.m. Cheer. Taught in enthusiastic groups, this class teaches future cheerleaders all the basics. ($51 per month at Tanya’s Dance Company, 714 Stoneridge Dr., 586-6611, tanyasdanceco.com) Ages 5-9 Mon. from 09/08-May 2015 from 4-4:50 p.m. Prep Cheer. An after-school program that is perfect for girls interested in learning about All-Star Cheerleading. ($45 per month at Motion Athletics, 100 Maus Lane Unit E, 586-2444, motionathleticscheer.com) Ages 6-8. Wed. from 5:45-6:30 p.m. Y Cheer: Making Friends Through Encouragement. Learn the importance of teamwork in a cheerleading squad. Participants will learn basic motions, cheers and chants with a final performance at the Flag Football League game. ($65 non-members, $55 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA. 514 S. 23rd Ave., 9949622, gallatinvalleyymca.org) Grades K-2 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Grades 3-5 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Mon. and Wed. from 9/14-10/11.
Fall Flag Football. Geared toward young football stars, this program teaches the basics of the game with weekly practices and games. ($75 non-members, $70 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 514 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, Continued on page 20
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Fall Activities Guide, continued from page 19 gallatinvalleyymca.org) Grades K-5, practices times will be announced and games go from Sept-Oct.
Bouldering Club. Including lessons in bouldering, this program ends with a field trip to the Spire Climbing Center so students can show off their new skills. ($35-55 at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 514 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, gallatinvalleyymca.org). Grades K-5 on Mon from 9/8-10/13, 3:30-5:30.
Yoga for All. Be sure to bring a mat! (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 5822420, bozemanlibrary.org)All ages, Tues. 11 a.m. Bozeman StingRays Synchronized Swimming. A form of swimming, dance and
gymnastics, swimmers who are comfortable in the deep end are welcome to perform solo or in duets, trios, comnos or teams with this group. ($50 per month for novice swimmers, $75 per month for intermediate swimmers at Bozeman Synchronized Swimming, 570-2218, bozemansynchro.org) For 1st and 2nd year swimmers, practice Mon. and Thurs. from 4-5:30 p.m. For intermediate swimmers, practice Mon., Wed. and Thurs. from 4-5:30 p.m. Season begins Oct. 13. A free open house will be help Oct. 6-9 from 4-5:30 p.m.
Skateboarding. Designed for kids learning to skate, this program starts with the basics. Helmets are required. Equipment will be provided, but students can bring their own. ($20 for Bozeman residents, $28 non-city residents at the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, 415 N. Bozeman Ave., 582-2290, bozeman.net) Ages 6-9. Tues. from 10/07-10/28 from 3:45-5:15 p.m. at Kirk Park Skate Park.
Kids’ Book Club. Kids can read and discuss the books chosen by club members. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 5822420, bozemanlibrary.org)Ages 8-11. Thurs. 09/18, 10/23 and 11/20 at 4 p.m.
Volunteer Opportunities. Teenagers can volunteer their free time at the library. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 5822404, bozemanlibrary.org)Ages 14-18. Call for more information.
Homework MT. Students can connect with a qualified tutor for help in nearly any subject. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org) Grades K-12. Sun-Thurs. from 2-11 p.m. Teen Writers’ Group. The library is looking to restart this group for any enthusiastic writers looking to develop their skills and meet with other blooming authors. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2404, bozemanlibrary.org)Ages 13-18.
Children’s Festival of Books. Featuring bestselling children and adult author Amy Krouse Rosenthal and illustrator Charise Mericle Harper, an all-day event will take place for this fall’s festival. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2425, childrensfestivalofthebook.wordpress.com) Sat., Nov. 8 at 9 a.m.
Chef Cooking Club. Your child will be earning
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their chef hat soon enough with this afterschool program that teaches the basics in healthy cooking. Make sure to bring an apron! ($35-55 non-members, $30-50 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 14 S. 23rd Ave., 9949622, gallatinvalleyymca.org) Grades K-5 on Wed. from 09/10-11/15 from 3:30-5:30 p.m.
R.E.A.D. To a Dog. Readers can practice
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their skills with these trained dogs who love to listen to kids read aloud. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org) All ages, Wed. 4-5 p.m.
Recreation Gymnastics. Offered for both boys and girls, kids will learn just how flexible they can get. Classes include the use of bars, vaults, trampolines and more to learn tumbling
and gymnastics. ($58 at Lone Mountain Gymnastics, 1237 N. Rouse Ave., 587-1180, lonemountain.biz) Ages 6-8 for boys and 6-11 for girls. Boys meet 4-5 p.m. or 5:15-6:15 p.m. Mon. and Wed. Girls meet 4-5 p.m. or 5:15-6:15 p.m. Mon-Fri. or 9:30-10:30 a.m. or 10:45-11:45 a.m. Sat.
Ballet Fall Semester. Learn the fundamentals of ballet and watch your young ballerina perform at the semester’s end. ($44-144 per month depending on age and experience at Montana Ballet Company, 521 Peach St., 5828702, montanaballet.com) Ages 3-12, varied days starting 9/02, morning and evening times available.
Y Dance. These classes give your child the opportunity to learn multiple dance styles and interact with friends. ($55-65 non-members, $45-55 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 514 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, gallatinvalleyymca. org) Ages 3-11 from 10/13-12/13 on Mon. and Sat. Times vary by class and age.
All Boys Tumble. All abilities are welcomed to this intro class that teaches the basic skills of tumbling. ($45 per month at Motion Athletics, 100 Maus Lane Unit E, 586-2444, motionathleticscheer.com) Ages 6+. Wed. from 5-5:45 p.m. Beginning Tumble. Little gymnasts can master their cartwheels, round-offs and handstands in this beginners class. Girls who have mastered these skills can sign up for intermediate classes. ($45 per month at Motion Athletics, 100 Maus Lane Unit E, 586-2444, motionathleticscheer.com) Ages 6+. Mon. from 5-5:45 p.m. or Sat. from 9-9:45 a.m. For girls ages 9+ Thurs. from 4-4:45 p.m. Kinder Dance. A combination of ballet, jazz and tap, little ballerinas will have a chance to explore multiple forms of traditional elementary dance. ($51 per month at Tanya’s Dance Company, 714 Stoneridge Dr., 586-6611, tanyasdanceco.com) Ages 5-7 Wed. from 09/08May 2015 from 5-5:50 p.m.
Hip Hop Kinder and Beginning. Not only will young dancers learn the basics of this
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contemporary dance style, but they will develop a sense of athletic achievement and self esteem. ($51 per month at Tanya’s Dance Company, 714 Stoneridge Dr., 586-6611, tanyasdanceco.com) Ages 5-7 Tues. from 09/09-May 2015 from 5-5:50 p.m. Ages 7-11 Thurs. from 09/11-May 2015 from 4-4:50 p.m.
Acrobatics and Tumbling. A concentration on flexibility and control mixes with the practice of basic tumbling to form this class for beginners. ($51 per month at Tanya’s Dance Company, 714 Stoneridge Dr., 586-6611, tanyasdanceco.com) Ages 5-9 Mon. from 09/08May 2015 from 6-6:50 p.m. Ballet, Jazz and Tap. These are three
separate classes that students of the same age level can take. ($51 per month at Tanya’s Dance Company, 714 Stoneridge Dr., 586-6611, tanyasdanceco.com) Ages 7-11. Tues. for Jazz from 09/09-May 2015 from 4-4:50 p.m. Tues. for Tap from 09/09-May 2015 from 5-5:50 p.m. Wed. for Ballet from 09/10-May 2015 from 5-5:50 p.m.
All Ages Ballet. Learn and master the graceful skill of ballet. ($8 per class for a package rate at Montana Movement Arts Center, 1871 S. 22nd Ave. Ste 2, 551-6077, themacmontana.com) All ages. Mon. from 7:30-9 p.m. Sizzling Salsa. If your high schoolers are ever bored during the week, learning how to salsa is a sure-fire way to keep them active and entertained. Lessons are followed by dancing. ($3 drop-in rate at Montana Movement Arts Center, 1871 S. 22nd Ave. Ste 2, 551-6077, themacmontana.com) For high school students and older. Wed. from 8-8:45 p.m.
Ballroom Dancing Lessons. These lessons are sure to come in handy for any blossoming adult. ($60 at Montana Movement Arts Center, 1871 S. 22nd Ave. Ste 2, 551-6077, themacmontana.com) For high school students and older. Mon. starting in Sept. from 6:15-7:30 p.m.
PreBallet. For young girls who are interested
in learning the basics of ballet. ($175 at The Dance Center, 111 S. Grand Ave. #210A, 920-
1247, dancebozeman.com) Ages 5-6 on Tues. and Wed. from 09/02-12/20 from 4-4:45 p.m.
Gamer Wii Wednesday. Play all your favorite Wii games with your friends. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org)All ages, Wed. 3:30-5 p.m.
Chess Club. Whether you’re already an expert or just learning what moves the pawns make, anyone looking for a playing partner is welcome. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org)All ages, Tues. 3:30-5 p.m.
Musician Music Lessons. Have your children learn from expert musicians on how to play nearly any instrument your child could imagine during private music lessons. ($25 per week for a half-hour session at Music Villa, 539 E. Main St., 587-4761, musicvilla.com) Any age or music level, schedule private lessons.
Music Lessons for All. This free afterschool program offers group music lessons taught by students from Montana State University School of Music. (Free at MSU’s Howard Hall by Arts Without Boundaries, 189 Howard Hall, 577-6313, artswithoutboundaries. org) Grades 6-8. Mon-Thurs. at 3:55 p.m. Specific dates and times TBA.
Family-Style Mixed Age Classes. This class allows families to learn and grow together through music. ($175 at Music Together, 2607 Spring Creek Dr., 570-2839, musictogetherbozeman.com) Families. Available Tues., Thurs. or Fri. Morning or evening sessions starting 09/16 for ten weeks.
Nature Lover Montana LEADS (Leadership, Exploration, Adventure, Development). This unique program lets nature levels enjoy the outdoors while also developing crucial leadership skills. ($175
non-members, $150 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA, 514 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, gallatinvalleyymca.org) Grades 6-8. Meets one Sat. and two Tues. per month from 09/09-12/13.
Fly Fishing. Starting with a class on fishing history and basic casting techniques, participants will have the chance to show off everything they’ve learned at the Bozeman Pond. ($20 for Bozeman residents, $28 non-city residents at the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, 415 N. Bozeman Ave., 582-2290, bozeman.net) Ages 6-9. Tues. from 09/02-09/23 from 3:45-5:15 p.m. at Bozeman Pond.
Archery. Taught by archery professionals from Big Sky Archery, this class covers safety, technique and gives practice time. ($50 for Bozeman residents, $70 non-city residents at the Bozeman Parks and Recreation Department, 415 N. Bozeman Ave., 582-2290, bozeman.net) Ages 6-9. Mon. from 10/20-11/17 from 6-7 p.m. at Big Sky Archery, 77 Laura Louise Lane.
Scientist Dinosaur Days. Built around several different aspects of paleontology, youngsters will have the chance to participate in engaging hands-on activities including “What’s Really a Dinosaur,” “Clash of the Titans” and “Paleontology Procedures.” Kids are welcome to sign up for all the programs or just their favorites. ($15 per program non-members, $10 per program members, discounts for entire series at the Museum of the Rockies, 600 W. Kagy Blvd., 994-5257, museumoftherockies. org) Grades K-5. Thurs. from 10/30-11/20 from 3:45-5 p.m.
Building Club. Perfect for any kid who loves Lego’s. This program gives kids a chance to not only test their engineering abilities but to meet real engineers. ($35-55 non-members, $30-50 members at the Gallatin Valley YMCA. 14 S. 23rd Ave., 994-9622, gallatinvalleyymca.org) Grades K-5 on Mon. from 10/20-11/24 from 3:30-5:30 p.m. Continued on page 22
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art or math activities. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org) Grades K-12. Times and dates TBA.
LEGO Club. For children who love showing their creative side through the art of building with legos. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org) All ages. Mon. 3:30-5 p.m.
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held in the Children’s Room, youngsters can create wooden block structures while learning development skills. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 582-2420, bozemanlibrary.org)All ages, daily.
Family Science Night. A night designed for the whole family to explore physics, chemistry, design and engineering activities. (Free at Bozeman Public Library, 626 E. Main St., 5822420, bozemanlibrary.org)All ages, Tues. 09/23, 10/21 and 11/18 from 6:30-8 p.m.
Maker Days. A set time for students to mess around with science, technology, engineering,
basic skills to advanced skills, any star destined for Broadway will benefit from these weekly classes. ($155 for 8 week session grades 4-7, $175
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Rethink Thrift Inc Offering 50 percent sales every Friday, you cannot pass this store by when shopping for back-to-school. And if you want to get rid of your kids old clothes, they do accept donations on anything in good condition. 2360 W. Main St., 219-7177, rethinkthrift.com Mon-Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Catwalk You probably won’t find clothes for young kids, but this place is sure to have outfits your high schoolers will love. You can also sell them your gently worn clothing or trade your outfits for one of theirs. 1005 W. Main St., 585-9952, Mon-Fri 11 a.m.-6 p.m. and Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Second Wind Sports Perfect for any athlete, this consignment shop sells sports and outdoors equipment. From volleyball kneepads to baseball bats, this store has it all and at prices that just don’t compare. 15 W. Olive St., 586-7441, secondwindsportsmt.com Mon-Sat 9:30 a.m.5:30 p.m.
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