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VOLUME 1 ISSUE 6
SEPTEMBER 2 -8, 2016
The Official Newspaper
of the Village of Springville, NY Springville-Griffith Institute Central Schools
September in Springville
Straddling summer and fall, September is the bridge between good weather and winter and marks the kick off for many fall outdoor events. Springville is packed with activities to keep residents and visitors entertained.. After the Labor Day weekend, on Sept. 6, the Springville Center for the Arts will be reopening its Harold L. Olmsted Gallery to visitors. The gallery exhibit, Homecoming, will welcome back hometown artists including Tom and Mary
By Ashlee O akley
The Cattaraugus, by Judson Brown will be on display at the Olmsted Gallery
Irish, Doris Palmer Morris and Judson Brown. Visitors can view local artists’ work in the
newly renovated gallery. The Harold L. Olmsted See Sept. in Springville page 5
Springville Photographer Wins Bronze
By Colleen Mahoney
Although she didn’t compete in the Olympics, one Springville business owner did bring home a bronze medal. Emily Robinson, owner of Emily Karr Photography, was awarded one of 97 bronze medals in the Professional Photographers of America’s 2016 International Photographic Competition. The competition honors and awards photographers on their art and is judged by 46 eminent jurors. Robinson earned a merit -- a mark of quality and honor -- for each of four photos she submitted in the competition. The submitted images, all of newborns, were taken during portrait sessions at her studio. Robinson, who specializes in newborns and weddings, as well as families, children and high school seniors, said she doesn’t shoot with the idea that her photos are going to be entered in competitions. But every portrait challenges her, which makes her a better photographer. Giving her clients the best session possible
is what Robinson strives for, and the possibility of using them in competition makes her challenge herself during the
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The Springville community is welcoming yet another new addition to the Springville Griffith Institute Central School District’s administrative team: Middle School Principal Shanda DuClon. DuClon was born in Arcade, is an alumnus of SGI and currently resides in Delevan, so she has been a part of the local community her entire life. When she saw the posting for a new Springville Middle School principal, DuClon said, “I had to apply. I thought, what a great opportunity to be a part of this exciting time here in Springville. I am so happy to be back home.” After graduating from SGI in 1998, Duclon attended college at SUNY Fredonia, then Walden University where she earned her Master’s Degree in Curriculum and Instruction, and then a Masters in Educational Leadership from Niagara University. She began her teaching career in 2002 at Cuba-Rushford Central School district, beginning in the Elementary buildings teaching band, chorus and general music. Later, she transitioned to the middle/high school where she taught vocal music to grades 6-12. During that time, she was senior class advisor, as well as the Pop-Group Advisor, participating in several county and statewide events. After a decade at CRCS, she accepted a position at Westfield Academy and Central School as the Elementary school principal for four years. DuClon is committed to fostering relationships within the community and with Springville’s organizations. She asserts, “Student and family involvement will be the key approach taken here at the middle school. We will work to continue promoting clear communication with the administration. As a new staff member, I welcome feedback from staff, parents, and community members.” She goes on to point out that middle-school children have important academic, social and emotional needs. “We are fortunate to have two guidance counselors on staff, as well as a social worker who assists in the building.” She said these staff members are on hand to proactively communicate with teachers, students and parents to address all of the needs of the children at Springville Middle School. It is encouraged that students approach their problem-solving in a way
shoots. “I choose all of my client work and all the newborn See Karr Wins Bronze page 2
Sept. 11 8 in the Rough Trail Run, Sprague Brook Sept. 14 Night Lights, Griffis Sculpture Park Sept. 16 Gowanda Harley Bike Night, Kissing Bridge Sept. 24 Oktoberfest, Fireman’s Park Sept. 24 Autumn Challenge, Sprague Brook Sept. 25 Women’s Fashion Show, presented by Bertrand Chaffee Hospital Sept. 30 SGI Homecoming Parade Oct. 1 SES Color Run
‘Narcan’ Workshop Open to Community, Sept. 21
By Colleen Mahoney
Bertrand Chaffee Hospital (BCH) and the Springville Regional Services Coalition are bringing a community Naloxone workshop to the area on Sept. 21. The workshop is being presented by the Erie County Department of Health and is open to anyone over the age of 16. Naloxone, also known as Narcan, is a reversal medication that can block the effects of opioid use and overdose. BCH Emergency Department manager Katie Pawlak explained that Naloxone is administered through the nose
and can reverse the effects of an overdose. “A potential overdose can be avoided,” Pawlak said. “If we can provide the family … or friend of a drug addict these tools … and prevent a potential overdose, that’s good.” The nasal mist is sprayed into each nostril when an onlooker suspects an overdose of opioids or heroin. The medication temporarily blocks the effects of opioids, which can cause a person’s breathing to slow or stop. Naloxone can take up to five minutes to work and lasts for 30-90 minutes. There is a possibility
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Emily Robinson, owner of Emily Karr Photography
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of patients experiencing opioid withdrawal, which can include nausea and vomiting, but Pawlak said this will only cause someone to be uncomfortable and there is no risk to the reversal medication. Pawlak classified opioids as pain medications such as hydrocodone, oxycodone, morphine, codeine and other related drugs. She explained that the Naloxone medication has been used at BCH via IV, and has been available for public use in a nasal mist for about a year. “Drug overdose has certainly See Narcan Workshop page 8