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As a new school year gets underway, it’s a perfect opportunity for parents to refocus on the best ways to support their child. Educators agree that parents make up an important part of the school support triangle – parents, teachers and students working together to ensure classroom success. To set yourself up for a great school year, consider following this advice from three Penn Manor School District teachers. A Successful School Year
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• Make strong family connections. “Prepare and eat dinner together, play outside, go on a nature walk, write a letter, play a game, laugh and have fun with one an other,” Terry stated. “Show your child how much you love them.”
Here are her top tips for parents of elementary-school students:
• Try to make homework fun when you can. “If homework is frustrating, talk to your child’s teacher about a way that it can be modified,” Terry suggested. “We want you to enjoy the precious time you have together in the evening.”
• Stay up to date on classroom and school activities. “Check the school or class room blog frequently,” she said. “Go through your child’s backpack together so your child is able to go to school organized and prepared.”
• Respect the importance of doing nothing. “Kids work hard at school,” Terry noted. “They are tired when they come home. Give them some down time if you are able to before asking them to complete their homework.”
• Read together every day. “Read for pleasure,” she recommended. “Read to your child, read with your child, read next to your child.”
Elementary-school students In elementary school, children need a significant amount of parent sup port to succeed, said Wendy Terry, a first-grade teacher who has been teaching for 17 years. “Elementary students are learning every day how to become citizens of their school, community and of the world,” she said. “Send children to school fed, dressed for the weather and prepared for the day.” She also said you can’t under estimate the importance of commu nication when it comes to a child’s success in school. “Your child’s teacher will be making connections with your child every day, and they will enjoy get ting to know you, too,” she explained. “Communicate openly with your child’s teacher.”
• Focus on communication. “Parents need to communi cate not only with teachers, but also with their own child,” she said. “Parents need to discuss their ex pectations with their child about academics, social and emotional needs and involvement for the school year. Then allow their child to meet those expecta tions and realize that they may make mistakes.”
• Check on your child’s success. This could be through direct discussions with the child, checking grades through the school’s grading program or looking through - together with the child - their school bind er, notebook or folders. “Then communicate with the teacher if there are areas of concerns and/or praises,” Kligge advised. “Before emailing or calling the school, please talk to your child first. Parents know their child best, so why not talk to your child first? Be willing to work as a team with the teacher to create success for the child.”
• Remind your child that setbacks are temporary. “Ev ery day is a new day, so everyone can be success ful,” Kligge noted.
• Think about the whole child. “Social/emotional needs are just as important as academics,” she said. “Don’t forget that your child needs you at every level of education. It just looks different every year.”
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Navigating their changing role in a child’s life can be difficult for some parents of middle-school students, said Maricia Kligge, who teaches 7th and 8th grades. “It is a balancing act for parents with children in middle school,” she explained. “Middle school-age children need to learn how to be a self-advocate, learn their own learning/ studying style, versus how parents study, and learn to be self-motivated.” Commu nication is important as a student adjusts and moves through middle school, she said, and it plays an important role in helping parents guide their child through the oftentumultuous middle school years. “Often middle school parents tend to be complete ly hands-off or go to the other extreme, ‘helicopter’ parent,” stated Kligge, who has been teaching for 25 years. “Know your child and focus on their needs, not your own. Parenting is tough, especially work ing to just provide basic needs, but there needs to be time to really talk or listen to your child’s concerns and successes. Then, based upon that conversation, be come more involved or less.”
Other tips from Kligge for parents of middle-school students include the following:
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When it comes to high-school students, parental involvement plays a large part in school success, much like it does at other levels of education, said Maureen Klinga man, a high-school teacher, and it’s impor tant that parents understand what level of involvement their child needs. “High-school kids need some degree of independence and responsibility in their education,” she noted. “But if they feel that no one cares about it, they tend to care less them selves.” Unlike elementary school, where parents may have opportunities to stop in the classroom or visit the school, parents of high-school students may find them selves feeling distanced from their child’s academic life. It’s important to take advan tage of any communication the school or teacher does provide, said Klingaman, who has been teaching for 27 years. “It seems that many families cannot be bothered, or for other reasons do not keep up, and have little or no clue about their kids’ school lives,” she stated. “Know what classes your child has, and keep up with what they are doing,” she advised.
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• Cut down on electronics. “My No. 1 dream suggestion would be for parents to somehow limit kids’ screen time,” Klingaman remarked. “It has taken over their lives in countless ways, and it makes our job so much harder.”
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Having spent a couple of days exploring some of the best that the region has to offer, I can assure you that I will be back. Need a girlfriends’ weekend away for shopping, hiking, and wine tasting? You'll find it.
Craving the rush of the rapids and mountains to climb? You'll find them. Time to get the kids off their devices and into nature? You'll find it. And for couples looking for scenic drives, spa days, and smalltown charm, you'll find those here, too. Although the area has more to do than I can even begin to list, I wanted to recap just a few "must see and do's." For more information and to create a full itinerary, visit www.golaurelhighlands.com
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By Jocelyn Engle If you’re looking for a fall or winter escape, I’ve got just the place for you. Recently, I visited the Laurel Highlands region in western PA. Located just a few hours from Lancaster County, the Laurel Highlands is made up of Westmoreland, Fayette, and Somerset counties and is about 30 minutes east of Pittsburgh.
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HISTORIC SITES – Known as the first area to hold English courts in western PA during the Revolutionary War, Hanna's Town was a temporary stop for travelers and merchants. In 1782, Hanna's Town was destroyed by a Seneca raiding party and their British allies, and it never recovered from this devastation. Heroes from this attack emerge as we hear of a brave 13-year-old girl, Peggy Shaw, who sacrificed her life to save a toddler who had wandered outside theGuidedfort. tours of the reconstructed replica of Historic Hanna’s Town include the jail, tavern, fort and Dyer's Garden, the source for color dyes the settlers used on their fabrics. Tours are available from May to October, in addition to special events held throughout the season.
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5 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE – Ohiopyle State Park is located on the southern end of the Laurel Highlands and provides an extensive list of outdoor activities for people of all levels and interests. The Youghiogheny River runs throughout the park and is the source of thrilling whitewater rafting, kayaking, and fishing. Other recreational activities include hiking, biking, horseback riding, and rock climb ing. Pack a picnic and enjoy your view at the Tharp Knob Vista Overlook. www.dcnr.pa.gov/StateParks/ FindAPark/OhiopyleStatePark
ART & HISTORY – Explore hundreds of years of cre ative history displayed at the Westmoreland Museum of American Art. Current exhibitions include “ Together: Encounters in American Realism” and “Know ing and Naming: Abstraction Be yond Reality,” both running through September 25, 2022. Admission to the museum is free and is open Tuesday-Sunday from 10 am to 5 pm. www.thewestmoreland.org
Fallingwater & Kentuck Knob: Discover Frank Lloyd Wright's love for design with these two beautiful houses. Falling water boasts iconic photographic an gles and modern organic design, both inside and out. Wright's designs are integrated within nature, not against it. Edgar and Liliane Kaufmann, the owners of Kaufmann's Department Store in Pittsburgh, hired Wright in 1936 to create an innovative space to be used as a vacation home. Features include frameless open windows, pre venting interference of your view out side; a swimming pool; and the use of just two signature colors throughout – light ochre (concrete) and Cherokee red (steel). Today, the Western Penn sylvania Conservancy manages and preserves Fallingwater. www.fallingwater.org
FOODIE FINDS – Gobs: Similar to what Lancaster Countians call a whoopie pie (chocolate cake with a delicious creamy center), gobs can satisfy your sweet tooth in no time. The treat is said to have originated in Johnstown in 1927 and quickly became the preferred treat of coal miners in Cambria and Somerset counties.
Just a short drive from Fallingwater lies Kentuck Knob, a private residence open to the public. Wright was hired by I.N. and Bernardine Hagan to design this hexagonal home along the mountainside in 1953. The residence is known as one of Frank Lloyd Wright’s last designs. Guided tours include a tour of the house and grounds. It's recommended that you book well in advance for both houses to ensure a reservation. www.kentuckknob.com
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GIRLS’ DAY OUT – Spend an afternoon in downtown Ligonier, a picturesque town with all the charm of Stars Hollow as seen in “Gilmore Girls.” Pop into local boutiques for unique gifts, and grab lunch, a glass of wine, and homemade ice cream before relaxing on benches located in the town's diamond.
HONORING THOSE WE LOST – Built to commemorate and honor the heroes who lost their lives in the hijacking and crash of United Airlines Flight 93 on September 11, 2001, the Flight 93 National Memorial stands as a symbol of courage and unity. www.nps.gov/flni
For summertime travelers, take a walk on the wet and wild side with Idlewild & Soak Zone, a fun-filled theme and water park that the kids (and adults) will love. A huge dose of nostalgia awaits adults as they stroll through Story Book Forest and visit their favorite nursery rhyme characters. www.idlewild.com
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EXPLORE NATURE'S FINEST – The Laurel Highlands embraces nature's beauty at every turn, invit ing a time for exploration, deep breaths, and picnic lunches. It's a short drive to any of the eight state parks, extending from Latrobe to Ohiopyle. www.golaurelhighlands.com/outdoors/parks/state
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During the holiday season, perhaps no tradition evokes warm and fuzzy feelings more than a family outing to pick a Christmas tree. Whether it’s a trek to a live Christmas tree farm or a short drive to the nearest pre-cut tree lot, the process of selecting a tree that will serve as the centerpiece of the seasonal decora tions is a great way to make lasting mem ories.Selecting a tree is a yearly ritual and each person has his or her set of criteria for what makes the ideal Christmas tree. These tips can help families find the right tree. Choose your species. Do some homework on the type of tree you want prior to buying the tree. Balsam fir and Fraser fir are popular Christmas tree varieties, but there are many others, such as noble fir and Norway spruce. Balsams are known for having the most fragrant smell, but Frasers tend to keep their needles the lon gest. For those who prefer a Douglas fir, keep in mind that they sometimes drop their needles prematurely due to foliar dis eases like needle-cast fungus. Leave space for ornaments. In addition to aroma and needle longevity, look for trees that have a desir able shape and allow for adequate space between branches, advises the home and garden resource The Spruce. Trees groomed to be lush and full will look beau tiful unadorned, but once ornaments are added, full branches may cause those or naments to hang low or even fall off. Trees with sparse branches allow for ornaments to hang straight.
Measure your space. Trees in the field or in a lot may look much smaller than they do when brought into the living room. Don’t make the mistake of selecting a tree that is too large for your home. The agricultural company Ragan & Massey says to measure the room from floor to ceiling and subtract the height of the tree stand and tree topper. It’s equally important to measure the width of the area where the tree will stand and allow for ample space for foot traffic around the tree.
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Remember that heavier is better. If a pre-cut tree is heavy, it is full of water and has been cut more recently. A healthy, fresh tree is going to require an effort to lift. Older, dried-out trees will not be heavy. Upon arriving home, make a fresh cut off the tree trunk and get it in water as soon as possible, even if that’s a bucket until the tree stand can be set up. following these tips, people may be able to purchase a healthy tree that continue beautiful throughout the season.
Perform a needle check. Every tree will drop some needles, and most evergreens hold their foliage. Modest needle loss is not an indicator of a poor tree. However, Decker’s Nursery in Greenlawn, N.Y., says if 50% of the needles are lost when you swipe your hand down three to five different branches around the tree, the tree likely is not a good choice. In addition, avoid a tree that has glaring defects in the trunk as they can impede water flow through the tree.
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In the world of design, what’s old inevitably becomes new again, and a similar pattern is inspiring today’s on-trend color palettes for home decor. The latest styles reflect reviving and comforting colors influenced by heritage and romance, lending to a look that is familiar in an individualistic way. Whether living through the romance of rural lifestyles, the comfort of home, or the nostalgia from far-off times, some of today’s most beloved design aesthetics celebrate the past, present, and future while bringing balance, hope, and comfort for you and your family to embrace.
Timeless Color Using color to evoke feelings and emotions is hardly new but combining a carefully curated color palette with other design elements can allow you to create a look that pays homage to the past while breathing new life into your living space.Reimagining classic, familiar tones, allows you to achieve a design motif that is equal parts reminiscent and refreshing. “The Vintage Homestead Color Collection offers an effortless look that reveals the importance of being hopeful to find stability and balance,” said Ashley Banbury, HGTV
Blending Past and Present Striking a balance between old and new can take many forms, as these styles show:
• Heritage Revival: An interest in reviving the past is evident in design trends like a remerging appreciation of antiques and vintage elements, such as oversized furniture and traditional shapes. To capture this style, focus your design on contrasting old and new for a mix-and-match look. A cohesive color scheme can allow the various elements to stand on their own while working in harmony for an intentional design. For example, the HGTV Home by Sherwin-Williams 2023 Color Collection of the Year includes a combination of familiar tones that have been thoughtfully curated by design experts who borrow color and design concepts from the past for a hopeful future and a sense of belonging. Hues like Poetry Plum and Hot Cocoa evoke warmth and depth,
Home by Sherwin-Williams senior color designer. “Our 2023 Color Collection of the Year revives elements from the past that are perfectly paired with vintage, comfortable and classic colors.”
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• Vintage Homestead: Reviving design elements from the past with mixed patterns, classic shapes, and vintage decor adds up to a comfortable and comforting design. With this trend, prints and patterns encompass a range of styles, reinforcing how interiors connect to fashion. Mixing classic elegance with sleek vintage shapes is refining the concept of polished comfort. To achieve the look, curate pieces in heritage shapes and patterns, along with retro accents. Be sure to incorporate vintage lighting and glass, as well. A versatile color choice like Darkroom, the 2023 Color of the Year from HGTV Home by SherwinWilliams, is an alluring shade that is classic enough for heritage interiors but also modernly retro for a throwback-inspired aesthetic. It’s a neutral, perfect for creating an eclectic yet modern look inside and out.Visit hgtvhomebysherwinwilliams.com for inspiration to combine the past with the present for a design that’s all your own.
• Mixing and Matching of Eras: A new take on retro design is emerging in which eras are blended and new and old furnishing work side by side. To get this look, you’ll craft a space that marries historical and contemporary design, celebrating both old and new. To design for longevity, incorporate pieces that are ambiguous in era and stand the test of time.
Today’s homeowners are also increasingly interested in biophilic design and bringing the outdoors in, which prompts a conservatory aesthetic in home design. To achieve the look, design your space to make maximum use of natural light in creative ways. Incorporate large potted trees and statement plants that blur the lines between indoors and outdoors. while moderate shades like Restrained Gold and Glamour offer fresh ways to incorporate mid-range neutrals. Meanwhile, soft tones like Natural Linen and Cool Beige offer subtle color for lighter, brighter spaces.
GAME PLAN FOR A WINNING TAILGATE PARTY AT HOME
6. Add the Worcestershire, chipotle, oregano, thyme, and garlic powder to the skillet and stir to fully incorporate.
The smell of barbecue and the thrill of pickup games in the parking lot is integral to fans' game day experiences.
Though nothing can replace the atmosphere of a stadium parking lot tailgate, fans can do their best to recreate the experience at home this season.
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7. Transfer the sauce and bacon to a blender, let cool for 8 to 10 minutes, and then purée until smooth. Remove the chicken wings from the oven, place them in a large bowl, and pour in enough sauce to liberally coat the chicken. Serve immediately. Note: This recipe yields a bit of extra sauce. Leftover sauce is great on burgers, with other grilled meats, or as a dip for bread. Or simply make a double batch of wings!
"Homegates" can help fill the void for tailgaters who can't make it to the game. Start the festivities early with backyard
T ailgating is andtime-honoredabelovedtra dition among football fans. The festive atmo sphere outside the sta dium before kickoff draws millions of people to see their favorite team in per son each football season.
4. Add the brown sugar to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until it dissolves. Add the beer, scraping the bottom of the skillet with a spatula to loosen any brown bits. Stir in the butter and simmer until the liquid is reduced by half, stirring occasionally.
5. After the beer has reduced, add the broth to the skillet and reduce until the jam is thick, stirring occasionally and being careful not to burn it, 10 to 20 minutes.
Here are a couple recipes that are sure to impress your guests. cup
Chicken Wings with Bacon Barbecue Sauce Makes 12 wings and plenty of leftover sauce
games like cornhole, ladder golf, or a game of pickup football. Food is a big part of tailgating, so any successful homegate should feature lots of food. Don't be shy about encouraging your guests to bring their favorite tailgate dish to the gathering. The host should provide the protein and drinks while the guests supply side dishes, dips, and desserts.
3. Add the onion to the bacon fat in the skillet and cook over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Be careful handling the skillet; it will still be hot from the oven.
2. Toss the chicken wings in the olive oil, arrange them on a baking sheet and bake for 1 hour, or until crisp and cooked through.
1. Preheat the oven to 400 F. Put the bacon in a heavy skillet and cook it in the oven until crispy. Transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate, reserving the fat in the skillet. Reduce the oven temperate to 350 F and move the skillet to the stovetop.
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8. Toss one last time so the cheese is mixed throughout. Divide the steak mixture among the crusty hoagie buns. Serve immediately.
1. In a 1-pint glass jar, combine all the ingredients. Secure the lid and shake until combined. Let stand for 30 minutes before using. Refrigerate any unused dressing.
7. Turn off the heat on the griddle or remove the skillet from the heat and cover with a domed lid or tented foil to allow the cheese to melt quickly.
2. Place the steak on a small, rimmed baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes so it’s firm and partially frozen. Holding a sharp knife on a slight angle, going against the grain of the meat, slice into very thin strips.
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4. On a griddle or in a 12-inch cast-iron skillet, melt the butter with the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion, toss, and spread out in an even layer. Once the onion starts to soften, add the mushrooms. Cook until soft and slightly caramelized.
3. In a large resealable bag or a medium bowl, marinate the steak in the dressinade for 30 minutes.
6. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper, if desired, and sprinkle with the blue cheese and provolone.
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5. Using tongs, remove the steak from the marinade (allow excess to drip back into the bag or bowl) and place on the griddle, toss with the onions and mushrooms, then spread in an even layer. Allow the steak to sear, forming a crust, for 4 to 6 minutes, then flip and cook for 4 to 6 minutes more.
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced 1 pint cremini mushrooms, cleaned and sliced Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper (optional) cup crumbled blue cheese 1⁄2 cups grated provolone cheese hoagie
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Foliage and football might be two things people instantly associate with fall, but there’s more to this season than brightly colored leaves and action on the gridiron.Gardeners know that spring is an ideal time to plan and plant their favorite flowers and most flavorful fruits and vegetables. However, seasoned gardeners also know that gardening is a year-round commitment. Pruning is one of the keys to keeping perennials returning for years to come, and fall is an ideal time for this task.Pruning perennials in the fall is not a one-size-fits-all endeavor. According to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, some perennials can be cut down after the first killing frost, while others can be left to benefit wildlife, including birds and insects. Understanding pruning and when to do it this fall can help gardeners lay a strong foundation for their gardening in the spring.
TO PRUNE OR Not TO PRUNE
The first step to pruning perennials is to rec ognize which need to be pruned and which can be left intact for the winter. The Old Farmer’s Almanac notes that bee balm and phlox are prone to powdery mildew and should be cut back once they’re gone. Hostas harbor slug eggs, so they, too, should be pruned after a hard frost. Hosta leaves that have fallen on the ground should be removed as well. There’s no need to cut back certain perennials if they’re healthy. For example, hardy geraniums do not require pruning in the fall, and Penn State Ex tension notes that hardy perennials like garden mums are more likely to survive a cold winter if they’re left intact. That’s because the tops of such plants will collect leaves and snow for insulation and moisture over the course of the winter. Gardeners who are unsure about fall pruning can speak with their local gardening center for additional advice regarding which plants to cut back before winter.
The College of Agricultural Sciences at Penn State University notes that perennials that have become diseased or infested with in sects are pruned to prevent those problems from resurfacing in the spring. In addition, according to the Old Farmer’s Almanac, many herbaceous perennials have old foliage and dying stems after several hard frosts. If dead foliage or dying stems aren’t pruned, disease, slugs and other pests can overwinter in the plants. Cutting these plants down to the ground after several hard frosts allows the base of the plant to remain dormant over the winter but makes the plant less hospitable to disease and insects. In gardening parlance, a hard frost is when temperatures drop below 28 degrees Fahrenheit.
Pruning perennials in the fall can be the first step toward creating an awe-inspiring spring garden.
Which perennials should be pruned?
When should gardeners prunetheir perennials?
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