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Richard Stevens stands next to the Cessna 172 he uses for flight instruction at Gordon Graham Field.
LEARNING TO FLY HENDRICKS COUNTY AVIATION OFFERS PILOT INSTRUCTION FOR ANYONE WITH THE DESIRE
by Wade Coggeshall
Ever wanted to learn how to fly? It’s not as difficult and out of reach as many may think.
coming to Hendricks County. Stevens earned
For Vollen, airplanes were just another toy
his private license in 1978. A military veteran,
that can be enjoyed at all ages. Flying, he
he used some of his G.I. Bill to get his com-
says, is “one of the things that makes life
they’ll find a way to do it,” said Gary Vollen,
mercial instrument license. He got into flight
interesting. Some guys have boats or motor-
who along with Joe Sims and Gary Hood
instruction after some in the industry thought
cycles, take cruises. I like to fly.”
started Hendricks County Aviation in 2005.
he’d be good at it. He’s been in the profes-
“It’s something that catches somebody, and
“You need disposable income, but it’s how you spend it. Are you buying the bass boat or are you going to fly?” The flight school is based out of Gordon
sion since 1980. “I love it just as much now as I ever did,” Stevens said. “I’ve met a lot of great people
He’s only now going through the training to get his private flying license. Stevens is his instructor. “Like a lot of guys, I was a kid who wanted
in aviation. People who’ve always dreamed
to fly,” Vollen said. “Then life happens, things
Graham Field, a feeder airport to Indianapolis
of getting a pilot’s license, it’s neat to watch
finally slow down, and here I am. I’m getting
International. It opened in June 2002, not
that (process) unfold.”
a different perspective now from when I
long after a small airport in Speedway closed. The Indianapolis Airport Authority wanted a flight school at Gordon Graham Field. After Vollen, Sims, and Hood opened one, they recruited Richard Stevens. He was a flight instructor for 19 years in Crawfordsville before
Stevens can’t really pinpoint when and how his love of aviation started. “I don’t ever remember it not being there,” he said. His father was a bombardier instructor during World War II, so that’s a good guess.
started.” It doesn’t take a special person to fly a personal aircraft. Stevens says the No. 1 trait is simply having the ambition to learn how. “You need to do the things that are necessary to get that license,” he said. “If a person
The program represents a typical day of school in 1892. That year was chosen because Benjamin Harrison of Indiana was president then, the first World’s Fair was going on in Chicago, and the Pledge of Allegiance was written. Anyone who attends will quickly see how much school has changed between then and now. “The discipline was strict at that time because teachers could go to school for a few weeks and if they passed the test they could be teaching at age 16,” Martin said. “Some of the boys might be 18, 19, and 20 years old trying to finish eighth grade because they had to stay home and help on the farm
The program represents a typical day of school in 1892. That year was chosen because Benjamin Harrison of Indiana was president then, the first World’s Fair was going on in Chicago, and the Pledge of Allegiance was written.
so much.”
Doris Martin (Miss Phoebe),
Each desk has a name on it of a real per-
a schoolmarm at the Pittsboro One Room School
son who attended school there in 1911.
Another baked a potato and put it in a basket with a hot rock to keep it warm. At recess wooden toys are played with. Martin says children generally love the experience. “Sometimes when the reservations come through we get teachers who say they may have a discipline problem,” she said. “We haven’t had any problems. Some children say when they’re leaving, ‘Thank you for letting us live history today.’ That gives us an idea if we’re getting across what we want to.” Pingel, who’s on the North West Hendricks School Board, says she’s been involved with many volunteer projects over the years. The Pittsboro One Room School is what she’s most proud of. “This is the one I think has touched more children’s lives than anything,” she said.
“We’ve tracked all these people and pretty much know what they all grew up to be,”
outside on quilts for lunch. No one’s allowed
“Hopefully it’s been able to bring history to
Martin said. “The students take on these
to bring modern food — only chow from that
life.”
personas for the day.”
era. Some parents have really gotten into
The program also includes reading from McGuffey Readers books and spelling and math. If the weather’s nice participants sit
the spirit. One baked molasses cookies for her child to share with the class.
For reservations or more information on the Pittsboro One Room School, call 8924107 or visit the website at pittsborooneroomschool.org.
YOU R G I F T OPE N S DOO RS FO R
HENDRICKS COUNTY
The Community Foundation opens the door for you to: Support local causes special to you. Invest in your community forever.
Encouraging Our Youth A grant from the Community Foundation and a donation from a friend created the Hendricks Helping Hands (H3O) Youth Council. Youth Council members from throughout the county are learning how to give back to their community. Their first grant went to Handicapable Camp, a camp for adults with disabilities.
Learn more and donate at www.hendrickscountycf.org or call 317.718.1200.
MONEY Five ways to get your family’s finances in shape
Taking care of your family is about more
tion of whatever else is in your checking
yourself to be talked into something that
than bringing home a paycheck, providing
account. An alternative is to start slowly by
doesn’t feel comfortable.
a safe place to live, and putting food on the
jotting down daily expenses, then creat-
table. Whether you’re a family of two or 10,
ing a spreadsheet at the end of the month
you want to make sure your loved ones are
tracking where your money goes.
taken care of now and in the future.
ASK FOR HELP. We can’t all be experts in everything. Just like it’s smart to see a doctor when
Parents increasingly are being urged to
you don’t feel well, it’s financially savvy
take a detailed interest in protecting the
to talk to an expert when putting your fi-
financial future of their dependents by
nances in order. Consult a financial planner
planning for different financial events and
or non-profit credit counseling service, or
insuring needs will be met in the event of
visit the newly-formed Consumer Financial
unplanned illness or death.
Protection bureau online at www.consum-
“The daily work it takes to raise children
erfinance.gov.
can sometimes make parents forget about planning for their future,” says Gregory Bucko, director of customer innovation at Genworth Financial. “But having a good
GET THE RIGHT INSURANCE. This is often neglected, but parents
financial plan, and understanding that life
should have adequate car, health and life
insurance is a critical part of that plan for
insurance to help protect their family. This
financial security, can let you sleep better
is especially true for single parents. A
at night.”
recent study by Genworth Financial found
Here are some personal finance basics to help protect your family:
that 69 percent of single parents with children living in the household constitute the highest percentage of uninsured
THINK SHORT-TERM AND LONG-
Americans, potentially leaving their children
TERM.
with few or no options when faced with an
Short-term planning means making sure
unexpected death. To get a better under-
your monthly household expenses don’t
standing of how much coverage you need
exceed your income. No child benefits
and to demystify the purchase process,
from a parent who’s stressed about debt or
check out the Life Insurance Calculator
doesn’t demonstrate good financial habits.
online at genworth.com/life.
Long-term planning means putting some away for future needs, like retirement planning or life insurance.
LEARN HOW TO INVEST. Investments are critical to building a financial future. You should not only know
CREATE A DETAILED BUDGET. There are several ways to do this. The
the difference between a 401(k) retirement plan versus a Roth IRA, but also that
easiest is to automate fixed expenses and
a healthy investment portfolio includes a
savings, allowing yourself to spend a por-
balance of risk versus reward. Don’t allow
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JULY 2012
For more information, visit the applicable cruise line website or a knowledgeable travel agent. SOLO PARENT TRAVEL When visiting a foreign country — including Mexico and Canada — as a lone adult with a minor child under the age of 18, additional travel documentation is required. To help prevent cases of parental abduction and international child trafficking, many countries now require proof of the lone adult’s relationship to the child and the legal right to travel in and out of the country with that child. In addition to the child’s valid United States passport, and entry visa where required, a letter of permission from the absent parent(s) signed before a notary public is needed. The letter should include a statement of authorization for the child to travel, details of the trip, and legal names and contact information for the child and accompanying adult. Single parents, grandparents, stepparents, guardians, and any adult with a last name different from the child needs to be prepared with the additional documentation to present at border crossings, airport immigration check points, and cruise line check-in desks. A travel agent can assist in securing the appropriate documents. CHILDREN FLYING SOLO Most airlines offer fee-based Unaccompanied Minor programs that facilitate air travel for children without an accompanying adult. These programs provide an affordable travel option to link geographically separated family members with the children they treasure. Airline Unaccompanied Minor programs, policies, and procedures vary. Most require that an authorized adult escort the child to the departure gate and an authorized adult take custody of the minor child at the arrival gate. In flight, unaccompanied minors are under the care of the cabin crew. If planning an itinerary for a child traveling solo by air, be sure to carefully check the specific requirements for each airline you are considering. Check age requirements, fees, and all details. For example, some airlines require that travel be on a non-stop flight, while others might allow one or more stops if a plane change does not occur. Specific details of each airline’s program can be found on the airline website. MEDICAL AUTHORIZATION When a child is traveling without a parent, receiving emergency medical care could be complicated or refused by the medical facility, unless the emergency is deemed life-threatening. The adult accompanying the child should carry a medical proxy, an original notarized letter from the non-traveling parent(s) granting permission to authorize emergency medical care for the child. The letter should include the permission statement, child’s health insurance information, social security number, and full legal names of the child and accompanying adults. If the child remains at home while a parent travels, this important medical authorization documentation should be supplied to the child’s caregiver.
$$$ )281'$7,21 ,668(6 6$)(7< 5(3257 Teen driver fatality risk quadruples with multiple passengers The AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety recently released a study
added, “The connection between carrying young passengers and
showing a strong association between the number and age of pas-
increased fatal crash risk is clear, and placing appropriate limits is
sengers present in a vehicle and the risk of a teen driver dying in a
a key part of graduated driver licensing in Indiana. By limiting the
traffic crash.
number of passengers that 16- and 17-year-old drivers can have in
The report, Teen Driver Risk in Relation to Age and Number of
the car, these policies help ensure that teens stay focused on the
Passengers, found that the likelihood of a 16- or 17-year-old driver
road and gain the experience they need to become safe drivers.
being killed in a crash, per mile driven, increases with each additional young passenger in the vehicle. Compared to driving with no passengers, a 16- or 17-year-old driver’s fatality risk:
It’s critical, too, that parents enforce the law and family rules that restrict passengers and help keep their teens safe.” Additionally, given the significant decrease in risk seen when adults
• Increases 44 percent when carrying one passenger younger than
35 and older were present, parents and guardians can also help pro-
21 (and no older passengers);
tect novice teen drivers by spending more time in the car with them.
• Doubles when carrying two passengers younger than 21 (and no
“The AAA Foundation is dedicated to reducing the number of fa-
older passengers); and
talities on our roadways, and we want to get the message out when
• Quadruples when carrying three or more passengers younger than
we see an opportunity to reduce the risk of a crash or fatality among
21 (and no older passengers). Conversely, carrying at least one
the riskiest drivers on the road,” Kissinger said. “Parents and teens
passenger age 35 or older cuts a teen driver’s risk of death by 62
together can reduce this risk today.”
percent, and risk of involvement in any police-reported crash by 46
The AAA Foundation urges families to consider these steps:
percent, highlighting the protective influence that parents and other
— Know the graduated driver licensing system for your state, and
adults have in the car.
remember: even if the law doesn’t set a passenger limit, parents
The study analyzed data on crashes and the number of miles
can; — Sign a parent-teen driving agreement that stipulates teens
driven by 16- and 17-year-olds to assess the effect on a teen driver’s
will not ride as passengers of teen drivers without a parent’s advance
safety of having passengers in the vehicle. Though widely accepted
permission; — Provide transportation alternatives for teens who hon-
that passengers pose a risk, recent changes — such as the adoption
or that pledge; — Talk with other parents so they know the rules for
by most states of varying passenger restrictions for novice teen driv-
your teen and will help enforce them; — Spend time as a passenger
ers, and a substantial overall decline in teen traffic fatalities — beg
when your teen is at the wheel. Your presence and your guidance
the question of just how significant the risk is.
help make your teen a safer driver; and — Visit the website at www.
Despite recent progress, the new report confirms that carrying
Teendriving.AAA.com for resources that can help teens become safer
young passengers (younger than 21) is still a major risk factor for
drivers, including a parent-teen driving agreement covering safety
16- and 17-year-old drivers.
risks like passengers, cell-phone use, and night driving.
“We know that carrying young passengers is a huge risk, but it’s
AAA and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety have long-standing
also a preventable one,” AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety President
commitments to improving teen driver safety through research and
and CEO Peter Kissinger said. “These findings should send a clear
the development of science-based tools and resources. For a copy
message to families that parents can make their teens safer imme-
of the study, or to learn more about the organizations’ work in this
diately by refusing to allow them to get in the car with other young
focus area, visit the website at www.aaafoundation.org.
people, whether they’re behind the wheel or in the passenger seat.”
For additional resources, visit the website at www.TeenDriving.AAA.
Greg Seiter, public affairs manager for AAA Hoosier Motor Club,
com.
Organization meetings: Association meets four times per year: on the second Monday of September, November, March, and May at the Hendricks County Senior Center in Danville. Social time is at 11:15 a.m., lunch catered by the Mayberry Cafe is at 11:45 a.m., the program is at 12:30 p.m., followed by a business meeting at 1 p.m.
Bill Crosier, a member of the Hendricks County Retired Teachers Association, speaks at a recent meeting.
Who’s in charge Jane Tietz, president, 272-4218
HENDRICKS COUNTY RETIRED TEACHERS ASSOCIATION Is there a website for the group? We do not currently have a website, but do plan to in the future. The Indiana Retired Teachers Association in Indianapolis has information about our officers and committees too. We are one of many local chapters throughout the entire state of Indiana that are affiliated with the Indiana Retired Teachers Association. IRTA does have a website. What kind of membership does the group have? We usually have about 100 members each year, with at least 40 of these attending each meeting. Membership is open to retired teachers, counselors, and administrators who reside in Hendricks County or who have worked in Hendricks County. Other interested persons such as spouses can become associate members. Dues are $10 per year, payable in the fall. What is the mission of the Hendricks County Retired Teachers Association? One purpose is to provide opportunity for social contact among retired teachers in the county. We also support and cooperate with the Indiana Retired Teachers Association as they work with the state legislature to achieve cost of living increases in our pensions and to protect the funding of our pensions. How did it get started? The local Hendricks County Retired Teachers Association has been affiliated with the Indiana Retired Teachers Association since 1990. However, our historian’s records indicate that
there were meetings of members at Gray’s Cafeteria in Mooresville in the 1960s and early 1970s, and then at Laughner’s Cafeteria in Plainfield in the late 1970s. Meetings were held at Mayberry Cafe in Danville prior to moving to the Senior Center in Danville a few years ago. What are the biggest challenges or needs facing the group? Our biggest challenge is making the younger teachers more aware of our group and its benefits so that they will want to become members when they retire. What are some of the accomplishments of the association? We give at least one $500 scholarship each year to a county high school senior planning to major in education. This year’s winner was Lauryn Cook from Tri-West High School, who will be majoring in special education at Indiana State University. In the past, we have hosted informational retirement seminars for teachers planning to retire soon, but we are not currently doing this. We encourage our members to give back to the community. Many of our members volunteer in schools, churches, civic groups, and other organizations. Members keep track of their hours, and this year we turned in over 15,000 volunteer hours to Indiana Retired Teachers Association, which then became part of the state total. Thomas Garrison from Brownsburg received our Top Volunteer Award this year with 1,295 hours and was also recognized as one of the Outstanding Volunteers in the state at the May IRTA Representative Assembly.
HEALTH The As and Bs of sunglasses
JULY 2012
Whether summer plans include sunning or snow skiing, it’s important to protect the eyes with sunglasses. The sunglasses that best protect eyes offer both UV-A and UV-B protection. “Vacationers need to protect their eyes from both forms of ultraviolet light,” said Melanie Pickett, assistant professor of ophthalmology in the Indiana University School of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology at the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute. “People have come to understand the importance of using sunscreen to protect their skin from the sun’s harmful rays, but many people are unaware of the damage that can be done to their eyes.” The American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Ophthalmology encourage year-round eye protection to reduce the risk of developing cataracts, age-related macular degeneration, and growths on the eye, including cancer. Sunglasses might be a beach staple, Pickett said, but they often are forgotten in the winter. Exposure to the sun can cause photokeratitis, or
snow blindness, which is temporary sunburn to the surface of the eye. Studies have shown that sun reflecting off the snow can be harsh, Pickett said. Studies also have shown that skiers and snowboarders are not consistent in protecting their eyes. When looking for sunglasses, Pickett advises finding glasses that meet these requirements: — Block 100 percent of UV-A and UV-B rays. — Screen 75 to 90 percent of visible light. — Wraparound styles are best, so the sunglasses wrap around your temples, preventing the sun’s rays from entering from the side. Additionally, Pickett says people should: — Wear a hat in addition to sunglasses. Widebrimmed hats provide the most coverage and protection. — Remember that the sun’s rays will pass through haze and clouds. Also, if possible, limit exposure between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., the time when the sun’s rays are strongest. — Remember when your middle school science teacher told you not to look directly at the sun? Well, he was right. Looking directly at the sun at any time can cause damage to the eye’s retinas. — Remember that children need protection, too. Get them in the habit of wearing sunglasses while they are young. — It is also important to cover your eyes if you use a tanning bed. These precautions can prevent future problems, Pickett said. “It’s also important to have an eye exam at least every two years to monitor your eye health,” she said. “A baseline eye exam at age 40 is also recommended to look for signs of conditions that affect the aging eye, such as cataract, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration.” For more information about the Eugene and Marilyn Glick Eye Institute, visit the website atwww.glick.iu.edu.
“A website I go to a lot is YouTube for entertainment, mostly comedy. I also go there for video game walkthroughs.” — Lucas Engels “I go to Google frequently because it has so many search results. It also is a very interesting website. I also go to YouTube to listen to music and watch videos.” — Emily Cranor “The websites I frequently visit when I have free time are YouTube and MostFunGames. I visit YouTube for the music and the funny things people put on there. I visit MostFunGames when I get bored and need entertainment.” — Eli Brown “The website I go to most often is YouTube. I go to YouTube to watch funny videos and listen to music.” — Mason Cox “I frequent many websites, but I would say I go on Facebook the most. I frequent it because I can see pictures of family members, chat with them, and play games. The best part is that on Facebook I can see pictures and chat with family members that live in other states.” — Brandi Brooks “The websites I go to most are YouTube to look up songs. I also get on Coolmath to play math games. Another website I go to is Google translator to learn Norwegian.” — Austin Dickson “Some websites I visit frequently are Facebook, Google, and YouTube. I visit Facebook to talk to my friends. I go to Google a lot to look things up, and I go to YouTube to listen to music.” — Liz Ross “A website that I get on a lot is Grooveshark because it has music that is free and it is cool. It is very, very cool. I also go on Facebook a lot for games.” — Nathan Walton “I don’t go on the Internet a lot. When I do, I am on YouTube. The reason I watch YouTube is for soccer videos and Justin Bieber videos. The soccer videos are to improve on my soccer moves. The Justin Bieber videos are just because he is awesome.” — Alex King “The website that I frequent the most is Facebook. I use this website to connect with friends and play games. Another website that I use a lot is GrooveShark. I listen to music on this website.” — Danielle Osborne
“A website that I use frequently is Facebook and also YouTube. I go on Facebook to ‘hang out’ with my friends and play the games. I go on YouTube to look up a bunch of music videos.” — Lexa Gilley “One of the websites I use frequently is Google because, in my opinion, it is the best search engine if you have a question. Another website I use is Facebook so I can talk to my friends from my old school. The last website I use is YouTube to listen to music.” — Jamilah Evans “When I get on the computer I get on MLB.com, Youtube.com, and the Indiana Bulls website. I get on MLB.com so I can check my favorite MLB team’s score during the summer. When I use Youtube.com I watch my favorite music videos and watch Domingo Ayala. He is hilarious! When I get on the Indiana Bulls website I check to see if my 2012 schedule is up.” — Derek Wagner “I frequently go to Metrolyrics and Yahoo. I use Metrolyrics a lot because I like to learn my favorite songs’ lyrics. Also I like using Yahoo because I like to keep in touch with relatives who are out of state.” — Bailey West “I visit CoolMath.com because I know it is safe. It also has games that teach you math and others are just for fun. Other games teach you reading, vocabulary, and problem solving.” — Bri Butler “When I get on my computer, I usually get on the website Funny Games. The reason I get on Funny Games is because the website has the game Arcane. On Arcane, you fight for your life. You have to upgrade your bow, sword, spear, armor, etc. I don’t usually play computer, but when I do I play Arcane.” — Hunter Diagostino “When I go on the Internet, I enjoy going on YouTube and ASDF movie and funny videos. I also go on GoGoAnime to get my anime fix. I also LOVE going on Google Translate to translate strange foreign sayings.” — Jackson Benner “The website I go to frequently is Walmart. I go on Walmart’s website so I can look at clothes and airsoft guns. Walmart is awesome.” — Garrett Shaw “I use Wikipedia because I like to learn about stuff. I also like to type in random things.” — Grahm Williams
TEEN DATING VIOLENCE
YOUTH BATTLE TEEN DATING VIOLENCE by Brenda L .Holmes
Who better to take on the issue of teen
Amy Cline is director of education and
dating violence than those most closely
outreach for Sheltering Wings. She also
affected?
serves as an adult leader within the Youth
This ever present issue is being fought locally by members of the Youth Council at Sheltering Wings. Sheltering Wings is an emergency shelter
Council. “The Youth Council is kind of on the forefront of teen violence in our schools,” Cline
the group. “We meet once a month and put on the Battle of the Bands once a year,” Cline said. “They are somewhat guided, but they do the work. The bands have to meet a criteria and the
said. “They are the power behind fighting
Youth Council has to contact other non-
for women and their dependent children
it. I like to call them my little warriors inside
profits who may want to come and give out
who are fleeing from domestic violence situ-
the schools.”
information to those who attend.”
ations. The Youth Council was developed
The council is made up of teens from
to give the youth of the community a way
across Hendricks County who are of high
Sheltering Wings that has been held in the
to impact their peers and stop domestic
school age. There are several members, but
fall for the past three years. Members of the
violence before it starts.
about 10 core students are very active in
Youth Council plan and execute the event.
The Battle of the Bands is a fundraiser for
“They do everything from make sure
because they are bored or because their
there is water there for the bands to putting
friends have boyfriends. This leads to un-
a concession stand together,” Cline said. “I
healthy relationships.”
help with some of the more difficult tasks,
The teen dating violence programming
like making sure the sound and lighting are
teaches students about the seven types of
ready.”
abuse: verbal, physical, emotional/mental,
She said getting the Battle of the Bands together is a difficult task. “It’s hard, but they learn so much in doing it,” Cline said. “They’re a great group of kids.” But the big event is just one aspect of what the council does to curb teen dating violence in the community. Throughout the year, the members serve as advocates as Cline presents a teen dating violence program inside Hendricks County schools. “We are starting to also get into the junior high schools,” she said. “We no longer live in a world where kids have to wait until they’re 16 to date. We’re talking about kids age 12 and 13 — eighth graders. Our goal is to change the generational cycle. If you know better, you will do better.” Children will often imitate what they see at
sexual, financial, religious/spiritual, and cyber/digital. “The cyper/digital abuse is the fastest growing type of abuse because of the technology and the age of the people using it,” Cline said. “Texting and Facebook are wonderful, but posting on Facebook is like being on a megaphone and walking down the hallways. The whole world can see it. Even when you have your settings set to private, people can see it. And then, of course, there are web cams and inappropriate pictures and phone messages. It’s
DID YOU KNOW? • One in 11 high school students said they had been hit, slapped, or physically hurt by their boyfriend or girlfriend. • One in 11 students reported that they had been forced to have sexual intercourse when they did not want to. • 96 percent report emotional and psychological abuse in dating relationships.
disgusting and kids don’t understand if the person is under 18, it’s child pornography.” During her sessions in the schools, Cline
One is a quiz for them to take on their own. The other is a personal safety informa-
says she asks the students if they’ve ever
tion card for teens in Hendricks County. The
sent an inappropriate text.
small, pocket-size card is filled with emer-
“I encourage them never to do it or never
home or in their families when it comes to
to do it again, if they already have,” she
personal relationships and how they interact
said.
with one another. Cline and the Youth Coun-
Students who participate in the teen dat-
cil are hoping to intervene during these ses-
ing program receive two pieces of literature.
gency phone numbers and information on dating violence and rape. “I ask them to keep the information cards — if not for themselves, then for someone they know,” Cline said.
sions in school to show students that what they might think is normal, is not always a good way to conduct themselves. “We often begin with an ice breaker called ‘Dating Bingo,’” she said. “They (teens) write down characteristics they would like in a partner — either to date or be in any kind of relationship with. “We’re not just talking about dating relationships. This is not just a man/woman relationship issue. Some girls can let their best girlfriends control what they do. Tell them where to be with the bell rings or what to do on the weekends. This is bullying and it feeds into dating violence. When these kids write down what they want, they say things like someone who is supportive and honest.” The teens then walk around the room and find other peers looking for the same types of characteristics. “It helps them look past beauty,” Cline said. “So many times girls want a boyfriend
The Sheltering Wings Teen Council plans the Battle of the Bands each year to benefit the shelter. For more information, visit the website at www.sheltringwings.org.
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