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Southeastern Greene School District

students by handwriting the directions for each project and providing picture cues so that they can complete the project by using the prompts provided.

Each year the students complete an amazing seven projects. Some of the projects completed this year have been a hand blanket (using hands instead of a crochet hook), a tree skirt, an apron, a study pillow with pockets, and a tote bag. After the planned projects are completed, students are given an opportunity to work on a project of their choice if time allows.

The students are also taught five different types of stitches and ten standard embroidery stitches. Very impressive!

How many folks today have never had the opportunity to see a sewing machine used or even have used one themselves? Sewing machines have changed a lot over the years but the basics, like how to thread a needle or thread the bobbin, have not. Students in class can become familiar with a sewing machine, giving them an advantage over many others.

Kristen wants each student to have a positive experience in this class, and, because the classes are small, each student gets the one-on-one teacher assistance that they need to complete the projects to the best of their ability.

Sewing is a true art form. It is still a necessary skill in a throwaway society, and it is good to know that the opportunity still exists to learn skills that can be useful and fun.

Kristen said that she wished more students would take an interest in learning these skills and choose to participate in sewing class. Not only will they be learning valuable expertise, but they will be learning a skill that is super fun!

By Tracy Horne

The Entrepreneur Class is stocking the Media Center’s Mikes Store. Check out these Mikes bears created by Camryn and Patience. They’ve also added sweatpants, hooded sweatshirts, stress balls, and more.

Mrs. Cox, Mrs. Pierce, and Ms. Kniha took AP Biology, AP Environmental Science and Zoology students as well as Science Club members to the Pittsburgh Zoo to enjoy a little wildlife and to take in the great outdoors.

Students participated in the FBLA State Leadership Conference in Hershey PA. Students competed in various business categories against students from around the state. Two students placed in the top 10 and were recognized on stage at the Giant Center: Jade Barnhart- Advertising, 9th place & Caleb Hartman- Stock Market Analysis, 10th place.

For the fifth year in a row, (minus a year of hiatus due to the pandemic) the West Greene Video Club was invited to Waynesburg Central High School by the five county school district band and choir directors to livestream the All-County Band & Choir Concert held this year on Friday, March 31.

First grade students were able to learn and explore the importance of taking care of our planet. Students were able to enjoy a nature hike, paint, write, and learn about how we should care for planet Earth

Several SkillsUSA members competed in state competitions last week in Hershey. The following students won at District Competitions & competed in their events at the state level: Eleanor Turner: Restaurant Service; Dillan Fisher, Keira Schaum, Elizabeth Henderson: Crime Scene Investigation Team; Madison Ellis: First Aid/ CPR; Nicolas Snyder: Firefighting; Lydia Price: Collision Damage Appraisal.

SOUTHWESTERN PENNSYLVANIA AREA AGENCY ON AGING DOMICILIARY CARE PROGRAM NEEDS YOU!

The Southwestern Pennsylvania Area Agency on Aging’s Domiciliary Care Program (Dom Care) is seeking individuals to open their homes to become a Domiciliary Care provider in Fayette, Greene, and Washington counties. Uniting adults with caring families, Domiciliary Care is one of the best public service programs in the area – and one you may have never even heard of.

Dom Care is a unique program through the Area Agency on Aging that offers job seekers a full-time, work-from-home position with monthly compensation. The program has been operating for over 30 years in Fayette, Greene, and Washington counties. The program provides quality care and housing for individuals aged 18 and over who are unable to live independently due to frailties

DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE THAT COULD BENEFIT FROM DOMICILIARY CARE?

If you are aware of a person 18 years or older who are unable to live independently due to difficulty with meal preparation, housekeeping, grooming, medication management, or similar things due to physical, mental, or medical related disabilities who do not require skilled or intermediate nursing or hospital care on a 24-hour-basis, domiciliary care may be a perfect fit.

Family friends, social service agencies, and hospital staff are common referral sources for the program. Anyone can make a referral by contacting the Domiciliary Care Program at 724-489-8083 or call our Toll Free Hotline at 1-800-411-5655.

Placement will happen in three steps. Once a referral is made, a consumer’s eligibility for the program is determined. After a consumer is determined eligible, careful consideration is given to the selection of the home which best meets the person’s special needs, preferences, and interests. After placement, a Care Manager is assigned to follow-up and to provide care management services on a regular basis.

of age, physical and/or mental impairment. These individuals must not require skilled or intermediate nursing or hospital care on a 24-hour basis.

The 2023 monthly stipend rate for a Dom Care provider is $1270.96 per individual. Providers may become certified through the Area Agency on Aging to house up to three individuals in their home. Anyone who has a caring heart and the desire to help others in need by opening their home should contact the Agency for more information. Dom Care is a community living, family style, housing program.

Dom Care Providers are responsible for providing room and board, transportation to and from appointments, set up/ supervision of medications, laundry, preparation of healthy meals, and making sure individuals needs are met.

Dom Care providers provide care in their own home, offering a warm atmosphere and a feeling of family not often found in other living situations. Families in Dom Care often build strong relationships, and providers operate like foster care. Individuals that utilize the Dom Care program have often stated that they feel like part of the family and have even attended vacations with the Dom Care Providers.

To become a Dom Care provider, there are certain requirements that must be met: you must be at least 21 years of age, complete an application through the agency, a face-toface meeting, and a home inspection. You’ll need to provide various references, complete a background check and physical, and a few additional tasks. Once everything is complete, another face-to-face meeting will be held to go over training and complete a second home inspection. The homes and providers are certified, with inspections every 6 months to make sure they are following program regulations. Providers may become certified through the Area Agency on Aging to house up to three individuals in their home.

To apply to become a Dom Care provider, or for more information on the Dom Care Program, contact the Domiciliary Care Program at (724) 489-8083, ext. 4612, or call 1-800-411-5655.