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Eclipse Safety
Eclipse Events
Healthy School Lunches
Back to School
Moonlight Parent-Child Date
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Editor
Have you noticed our big change?
Jenelle Grewell
Contributors Arica Urena NASA
Publisher Creative ink
Creative Director Sears Hallett
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We are now Fort Campbell Life and we are very excited to bring you a wider variety of coverage about topics that interest our readers. Of course, this is still the place to go for great information about MWR happenings such as the Parent-Child Dances and the Spartan Race. But can we talk about this once in a lifetime event happening this month? The solar eclipse is a big deal and Fort Campbell is one of the best places to see it. The surrounding community has plenty of fun planned for the whole family. I would also like to let the readers know I am relocating and this will be my last issue as editor. However, I am proud to introduce you to our new editor, Sean McCully, who comes with quite an impressive list of credentials. I am looking forward to reading future issues online. Thank you for your loyal readership and I know you will love what the future holds for this publication.
Jenelle Grewell, Editor
A note from the publisher: As we transition to Fort Campbell Life we are interested in your thoughts and interests that you would like to have featured in future issues. Please contact the editor Sean at sean@creativeinktn.com with your ideas.
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by NASA What is a solar eclipse: A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon blocks any part of the Sun. The whole continent will experience a partial eclipse lasting 2 to 3 hours. The eclipse will last from 11:57 am to 2:52 PM in Fort Campbell, Kentucky. We will experience a total eclipse when the moon completely blocks the sun’s bright face for up to 2 minutes 40 seconds, turning day into night and making visible the otherwise hidden solar corona – the Sun’s outer atmosphere. Eclipse Safety: Looking directly at the Sun is unsafe except during the brief total phase of a solar eclipse (totality) when the moon entirely blocks the sun’s bright face, which will happen only within the narrow path of totality. The only safe way to look directly at the uneclipsed or partially
eclipsed Sun is through special-purpose solar filters, such as “eclipse glasses” or hand-held solar viewers. Homemade filters or ordinary sunglasses, even very dark ones, are not safe for looking at the Sun. Always inspect your solar filter before use; if scratched or damaged, discard it. Read and follow any instructions printed on or packaged with the filter. Always supervise children using solar filters. Stand still and cover your eyes with your eclipse glasses or solar viewer before looking up at the bright Sun. After glancing at the Sun, turn away and remove your filter – do not remove it while looking at the Sun. Do not look at the uneclipsed or partially eclipsed Sun through an unfiltered camera, telescope, binoculars, or other optical device. Similarly, do not look at the Sun through a camera, a telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device while using your eclipse glasses or hand-held solar viewer – the concentrated solar rays will damage the filter and enter your eye(s), causing serious
injury. Seek expert advice from an astronomer before using a solar filter with a camera, a telescope, binoculars, or any other optical device. An alternative method for safe viewing of the partially eclipsed Sun is pinhole projection. For example, cross the outstretched, slightly open fingers of one hand over the outstretched, slightly open fingers of the other. With your back to the Sun, look at your hands’ shadow on the ground. The little spaces between your fingers will project a grid of small images on the ground, showing the Sun as a crescent during the partial phases of the eclipse. A solar eclipse is one of nature’s grandest spectacles. By following these simple rules, you can safely enjoy the view and be rewarded with memories to last a lifetime. For more information about solar eclipse safety: visit https://eclipse.aas.org/ or https://eclipse2017.nasa.gov/
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Summer Salute Festival in Hopkinsville, KY from Friday, Aug 18 to Sunday, Aug 20: This free three day festival will feature live music, food, vendors, and activities for the whole Family. Downtown Hopkinsville 10am-10pm • Free
Beachaven Viewing Party in Clarksville, TN on Monday, Aug 21: Enjoy live music, food trucks, activates for the kids, and a special event wine called the “Blackout Blackberry.” 931-645-8867 • beachavenwinery.com • tickets required
Christian Way Farm Solar Eclipse at Christian Way Farm in Hopkinsville, KY from Friday, Aug 18 to Monday, Aug 21: For $15 per person, you can get prime viewing for the eclipse. Your reservation includes parking, viewing spot and access to all the farm activities. 270-269-2434 • christianwayfarm.com
Eclipse Con in Hopkinsville, KY from Saturday, Aug 19 to Sunday, Aug 20: This con will certainly have something for everyone with celebrities and vendors from genres in cartoons, comics, anime, cosplay, sci-fi and superheroes. 270-887-4020 • eclipseville.com/eclipse-con • tickets required
Lights Out at Casey Jones Distillery. Located right beside the point of greatest totality in Hopkinsville KY. The festival from Aug 18 -21 features music, hot air balloon rides, camping and RV parking, and “Total Eclipse Moonshine” the Official Drink of the 2017 Solar Eclipse 270-640-7744 • tickets required
Kelly Little Green Men Days Festival in Kelly, KY Aug 18 -21 commemorates the alleged landing of “little green men”. Local & national musicians, arts & crafts, local food. 270-885-1530 • kellyky.com • Free
Kentucky Bourborn Mashoree at MB Roland Distillery in Pembroke KY. Live music, food trucks, camping and viewing sites Aug 18 - 21. 270-640-7744 • tickets required
Solar Eclipse Experience in Oak Grove on Saturday, Aug 19 to Monday, Aug 21: Come party in the park at Oak Grove whichis one of the best viewing locations for the eclipse. The park party will feature live music, movies for the kids, and of course, the awesome viewing spots. 270-439-5675 • visitoakgroveky.com • free
Cadiz KY events Zombie Eclipse 5k Run/Walk on Aug 18 Solar Cycle 24 mile bike ride on Aug 19 • Cosmic Car Show on Aug 19 888-446-6402 • gocadiz.com
Clarksville Regional Airport will host a free viewing event on Aug 21. 931-431-2080 • clarksvilleregional.com/solar-eclipse-2017
Monumental Solar Eclipse Festival Aug 18 - 21 at Jefferson Davis State Historic Site in Fairview KY. Food, arts & crafts booths and music. 270-889-6100 • parks.ky.gov • tickets required
Liberty Park Viewing Party in Clarksville, TN Aug 21. Educational viewing party with speakers, food trucks and other activities 931-645-7476 • clarksvilleparksandrecreation.com • Free
Roxy Regional Theatre Eclipse Party in Clarksville, TN Aug 21. Viewing party with cookout food, live music, & Old Glory Distillery Vodka. 931-645-7699 • roxyregionaltheatre.org • tickets required
Austin Peay’s Fortera Stadium in Clarksville will open to the public at 11:30 a.m. Monday Aug 21 for the public to view the eclipse. The cost is $5 to park, with each vehicle receiving a free pair of viewing glasses. The stadium’s scoreboard will display a live feed from the APSU observatory. 931-221-7127 • apsu.edu/eclipse
Bluegrass Bash at Burdoc Farms in Crofton KY Aug 18 -21. Bluegrass festival with live bluegrass music, primitive camping, and food trucks 270-348-1483 • tickets required
SolQuest2017 Cerulean KY Aug 19-21. The prime viewing spot. Food, live music, 5k run. Elevated viewing areas 2 miles from the point of greatest eclipse, Free campsites 270-365-6044 • solquest2017.com • free 6
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by Jenelle Grewell It may be a struggle to come up with lunch options for the kids that fit all the criteria. Is it good for them? Will they actually eat it? Will it take too much time out of an already busy day to make? Here are some ideas for school lunches that will make everyone happy. First things first, I recommended getting a lunch box that you can section off and help portion out fruits, veggies, proteins, and other options that come in the kiddos’ lunch boxes. Deli Pinwheels: Reinvent the sandwich. You can even make PB&J pinwheels. Simply substitute bread for wraps. Put some extra greens into that fun shape to give your little ones more veggies. Quesadilla: They don’t need to be piping hot to be good. The best thing about quesadillas is that if you can make a little or a lot. The best part is you can make them out of different proteins, veggies and cheese so you can customize them for your child.
Breakfast: Yes, you read that correctly. When you make a big breakfast on the weekends, make a few extra pancakes, hard boiled eggs and yummy breakfast meat. Perfect for a lunch box.
Hummus and Pita: Minimal effort and full of good protein. Simply cut up some pita bread into slices and portion out some hummus. Add carrots or other veggies to make it even healthier.
Finger Foods: Think cubed cheese, whole-wheat crackers, cut veggies and some healthy dips. It will be like a mini party but in your kid’s lunch box. I am sure they will have fun eating with their hands too.
Pizza Roll Ups: Put all those tasty pizza ingredients in a wrap and you can give your kids a healthier pizza option. The best part is you can control how much cheese, sauce, meat, and veggies they are geting.
Pasta Salad: Pasta is just so easy. Again, more customization and plenty of opportunities to get healthy proteins and veggies to the kids and use whole wheat pasta.
Of course you can jam pack your child’s lunch with cut fruit and vegetables. You would be surprised at what does not have to be refrigerated, especially considering plants don’t grow refrigerated. As for non-fresh fruit and veggies options, try popcorn instead of chips or nut-free trail mix or pretzels.
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It’s officially
back-to-school season! by Arica Urena The time has come for students to embark on brand new educational adventures and create memories that will last a lifetime. Back-to-school season can be quite an exciting time, however it can also bring forth a certain level of anxiety between both children and parents alike. The reality that summer is coming to a close may leave children feeling bummed out. For some children the root of the anxiety can be based in the fear of the unknown such as; a new teacher, a new school, making new friends, and etc. If you prepare your child for the upcoming school year in advance, you can possibly alleviate a few of those back to school woes.
Preparation is key!
Now is the perfect time to reestablish those back to school routines. For example, establish a set bedtime and wakeup routine. Implement a bedtime routine that will allow your child to get between 8-10 hours of sleep. This will ensure that your child will be well rested and will have a great start to his/her day. In an effort to prevent morning chaos, it is best for either you or your child to place all items that will be needed the next morning in a readily available location. This is a useful practice that can be employed year-round. Schools often offer a back-to-school night prior to the start of the school year or an open house at the beginning of the school year. During this time, you will be able to ask your child’s teacher questions and learn more about classroom expectations. Equally, your child will be able to meet his/her teacher, visit their classroom, and interact with classmates. This also provides your child with some sense of familiarity prior to the first day of school.
Elementary school often proves to be a big adjustment for a lot of students. Here, your child will learn the value and the importance of routines. Students typically will have one teacher who will guide them through their day ensuring that they stay on task. Usually within a couple of weeks, most children have settled into their school routines. If you have questions or concerns regarding what routines will be implemented, you may be able to contact your child’s teacher prior to the start date in order to address those concerns. Try to find ways to allow your child to get involved in the back-to-school planning process. For example, allow your little scholar to go back-to-school shopping with you. Your child will feel included in the process and like a “big kid”. Just imagine how your child’s face will light up when they realize that they are able to choose their very own book bag and lunchbox. Because this is a major milestone in your child’s life, it is better to include them rather than exclude them in the preparation process. In middle school, your child will spend the next three years learning how to be responsible and independent. Instead of having one primary teacher, students will typically have multiple teachers and attend several classes. Based on their schedule, students will be required to attend all classes on time. If your child is one who has a hard time completing tasks within a certain timeframe, now is the time to begin working on that skill with him/her. One of the coolest things about middle school is that students will be assigned lockers. Most schools will assign students a locker prior to the start of school and provide the student with the combination during back-to-school night. This is particularly helpful as students will be able to practice opening their lockers prior to the first day of school. Talk to your child about the importance of safeguarding their locker combination and organization.
High School students will embark on a journey that will prepare them for their future. What career path is your high schooler interested in pursing? Will your child take the ACT or SAT? Take the time out to sit down and discuss your child’s goals for the future. For example, if your child has decided to attend college, both you and your child should schedule a meeting the school’s guidance counselor. The school’s guidance counselor will be able to provide assistance in ensuring that your child’s academic schedule aligns with future career goals. This will also be the perfect time to discuss if your child’s schedule should be changed. Extracurricular activities can also prepare your high schooler for the future by teaching valuable skills such as leadership and teamwork. Colleges typically favor those applicants that have participated in some form of extracurricular activities. Have your student make a list of extracurricular activities that he/she is interested in and then narrow your choices down to those activities that will benefit your student in the future. In addition to some of the tips previously mentioned, here a few additional tidbits that can assist you preparing your child for the 2017-2018 school year:
Preparation, communication, and organization are some of the key elements in ensuring that your child has a successful school year. Talk to your child regularly about his/her feelings on the upcoming school year. Remind your child that this is a fun and exciting time! Reassure them that they will have a support team that is behind them both at home and at school. So let’s get ready to start the 2017-2018 school year off with a bang!
-Visit the school’s website -Download the school’s student handbook -Discuss an inclement weather plan with your child -Discuss your child’s mode of transportation -Will your child bring lunch or purchase lunch? -Does your child have all required immunizations? -Download the 2017-2018 Parent Calendar -Review school’s bell schedule -Print off school supply list
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