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In the midst of winter, Valentine’s Day brings a welcome burst of warm and fuzzy feelings for us all. I truly enjoy helping the kids address their valentines and baking heart-shaped cupcakes with pink sprinkles — and one of my favorites are those not-very-tasty but so sweet candy hearts with their messages of love. The modern ones use texting lingo, like ILY or UR KIND. But what I really love are homemade cards with lots of glitter and beginning handwriting — declarations of love that will be treasured forever. Our preschooler wants to marry me when he grows up. He knows I’m already married. He calls our wedding portrait “the picture of you and Daddy from before, when you were a princess.” Maybe it is a little weird, but I think it is super sweet that he wants to marry me. Whenever he mentions it, instead of gently explaining that I’m already married to Daddy and that he will make new friends when he is older and that he’ll love one of them — or some other sensible mumbo jumbo — I just gather him up for big ol’ hug. He is the baby, after all. The rest of my kids have all figured out that I’m not quite perfect, so I especially treasure his devotion. He thinks I’m perfect. I think he is perfect. What he is really saying is that he is perfectly happy and wants to stay right where he is. Me, too, truth be told! We’re actually a pretty good match with such stars in our eyes.
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That is really the magic of Valentine’s Day — rose-tinted love glasses. When you wear your love glasses and think deeply about how you are so lucky to have these wonderful people for family and friends, you don’t see anything except perfect. Is his favorite shirt dreadful? Does she say “like” three times in each sentence? On Valentine’s Day, no one notices those shortcomings. Or, if they do, they take on a different nuance — charming, quirky, goofy. More likely, you’ll only be seeing the beautiful blue of their eyes, enjoying how they make you laugh at some joke from years ago, relishing misshapen letters on a sequined card and thinking, How did I get so lucky?! Wishing you all a magical Valentine’s Day,
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{Contents} TABLE OF
OUR TOWN
LIVING WELL
News 8
The Buzz Around Town 10 Do You Shop at Local Stores Even If
Items Are More Expensive?
Our Schools 15
Collaborating with the Smithsonian
Bravo! 16 Winter Sports Adventures for the Wheelchair-Bound
RESOURCES
Home & Garden 34 Living with Pets
Get Set for Sleepaway Camp 48 The 2014 CharlottesvilleFamily
Editor’s Pick!
February Activities & Events for Families
The generosity article prompted me to get back in the habit of keeping grocery store gift cards on hand for those who ask me for spare change.
Daytrip Fun! 20
Strawberry Syrup
Tips & Trends 32 Fabulous Finds and Fun
Out & About Calendar 18
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What’s Cookin’? 30 Strawberry Pancakes with
Snapshot 12 Lisa Martin
Healthy Family 28 Sore Throat, Strep or Tonsillitis?
Winter Olympics–Inspired Outings
Guide to Residential Camps
2014 Guide to Private Schools 60 The Inside Info on Area Schools
UNTIL NEXT TIME Three Teens Sort of in Love 70 The Valentine’s Day Love Report
So Love This! “Check out the great pet tips on
INSPIRATION
page 34. And if your cat doesn’t vacuum cleaner! Fun videos of cats
The Compassion Cure 36 Let Your Kids Catch You
who love vacuums abound online.”
like to be brushed, try using the
—Barbara, Graphic Designer
Being Generous
Healthy Ways to Boost Your Brainpower 42 Sharpen Your Mind by Eating
Smart, Exercising and Managing Your Moods
Homework Is Kid’s Work 58 How to Be a Great Homework Helper
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{our town community}
NEWS
the local buzz
IP Presents
Parenting Power Safe Schools/Healthy Students will against host
Check out the wonderful events
Parenting Power, a free community event started last
we are sponsoring this month!
year through the collaboration of representatives from Albemarle County Public Schools, Charlottesville
Fun Fair& Camp Expo
City Schools and community agencies. Designed as
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“Talking with Children about Difficult and Sensitive
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Fun Fair & Camp Expo
Topics,” “Parenting Self-Care” and “Healthy Teen
February 2
February 16
Relationships and the Teen Dating Culture.” This
a one-day event to recharge and celebrate parenting, Parenting Power offers small break-out sessions on
2014
various parenting topics. Sessions last year included
year, the event will feature keynote speaker Wanda Seagroves from the Mary D. Ainsworth Child-Parent Attachment Clinic, who will discuss forming February 22
Check out
March 1
Cabbage Contest
strong bonds with children and why these bonds are important to overall healthy social and
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emotional development. The event will be held
on Facebook at
at Burley Middle School on Saturday, March 15.
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Find more information on safeschoolscville.org. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor!
Last year over a million third-graders participated in the National Bonnie Plants Cabbage Program, including students from Red Hill
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School, Greenbrier Elementary, Agnor-Hurt Elementary and Baker-Butler Elementary. The program, launched nationally in 2002, aims to spark a love of vegetable
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gardening in children. Teachers receive free “over-sized”
School (CPAS) recently made headlines for donating their hair to
cabbage plants after signing up for the program online.
the Beautiful Lengths program as part of the school’s Dancers
At the end of the season, the teacher then selects the
Against Cancer charitable initiative. Beautiful Lengths is a
best cabbage from his or her class and submits an image
partnership between Pantene and the American Cancer Society
of the cabbage and student online. That student is then
that collects donated hair from volunteers and creates free
entered into a statewide drawing. One winner from
wigs for women with cancer. Nine-year-olds Corinne Moore and
each state receives a $1,000 scholarship from Bonnie
Makayla Fletcher are not new to the program — this is the third
Plants. Even kids without a “green thumb” can grow a
time donating for both! The girls, who have both lost loved ones to
cabbage for the program—Bonnie Plants provides lots of
cancer, hope to motivate others to participate. The CPAS plans to
tips to help students nurture a cabbage plant. For more
host another donation event in June. For more information about
information about the 2014 contest, or to sign up (by the
the Beautiful Lengths program visit pantene.com.
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It is important to keep local stores going for the community to thrive. It is also a good practice for our kids to learn and hopefully adopt once they become consumers!
I checked “no,” but would have checked “sometimes” if it had been a choice. For my family, it depends on the products. There are some things that I will pay more for because Janelle, mother of one son, Charlottesville they are local (e.g., food). However, other items I buy where I can get the best deal.
Jennifer, mother of two girls, Crozet Spending the money locally means the money stays local and helps our community. Seems pretty simple. I am too frugal to simply “shop local.” I David, father of an 8-year-old boy, shop where I can find the best deal. Charlottesville
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Michael L. Arnold, MD Robert R. Heider, MD Kelly A. Owens, MD James M. Culver, MD Christy Wamhoff, MD Brooke S. Kilfoil, MD Sue A. Woodson, CNM Carrie Williams Michalski, WHNP
I believe supporting local businesses is part of what makes Charlottesville/Albemarle so special! We have a fantastic community and our local businesses are part of that flair!
I do enjoy shopping locally! But when it comes to price, I generally stick to what’s the least expensive. I am very strict on our family’s budget. . . . I use coupons and shop Melanie, mom of four boys, Earlysville deals as much as possible. . . . I am hopeful that one day all of my scrimping and saving will lead to a lifestyle of shopping locally I think it is critical to support local and supporting small businesses more often. businesses. They are our friends and Jenna, mother of two, Charlottesville neighbors and have a local perspective that national chains, etc., do not. Sue
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Sports ZONE
Grymes MS Wins in Basketball
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Grymes Memorial School’s middle school basketball is off to a strong start this season. The girls’ and boys’ teams won their openers at St. Luke’s School in Culpeper on Dec. 12. For the boys, high scorer Elizjah Nelson had 18 points, Rick Weaver had 8 and Iceysis Lewis had 9 points. On Dec. 17, the teams traveled to St. Anne’s–Belfield to snag two more wins: 19–7 for the girls, 32–16 for the boys. Highlights from the girls’ game include Mira Weaver’s 11
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points. Great defensive efforts came from Jenni Pugh and Ginger Oliver. Karrington Keaton had several steals and contributed 4 points. The teams returned to St. Anne’s–Belfield on Jan. 7, where the boys had another impressive defensive stand against STAB. Leading the scoring column was Elijah Nelson with 14 points; Matt Dixon had 12 and Rick Weaver had 8. With a big lead produced by the seventh and eighth graders at the start of the third quarter, the entire bench was able to see plenty of action, ending the game with a score of 39–24. The girls also won, beating STAB 17–9. Mira Weaver had 7 points; Jasmine Walker and Karrington Keaton had 4 each. The Grizzlies were back in action at Tandem Friends School on Thursday, Jan. 9, where the girls won 22–8 and the boys won 54–17.
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Mira Weaver led again with 9 points. Karrington Keaton was close behind with 7.
The center of it all.
The teams were 4–0 with seven games left in the season.
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{our town interview}
SNAPSHOT
Lisa Martin
Lisa Martin began writing at a young age. As an adult, she earned a Ph.D. in business and taught at the university level. More recently, she and her
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aunt, adult novelist Valerie Martin, were inspired by Lisa’s sons and their cats to collaborate on “Anton & Cecil: Cats at Sea” (Algonquin Young Readers), a children’s novel about two brother cats. As part of next month’s Festival of the Book, Lisa will visit local elementary schools and also be part of an author’s panel discussion. She lives in Ivy with her husband Roger, a professor at UVA, their teenaged sons Cabot and Cole, and two cats named Albert and T.J.
What are your current projects?
What’s the best advice your parents ever gave you?
Valerie and I are working on a sequel in which the cat brothers rescue
Demand the treatment you expect from others. Don’t let people walk
their mouse friend, Hieronymus. I’m also revising “What You Wish For,”
over you. And plenty of people do try.
my middle-grade novel in which a boy may come to regret receiving what he’s wished for.
What is the importance of pets in children’s lives?
Kids can learn a lot about responsibility by sharing care-taking tasks.
What reading material is on your nightstand?
They also learn about empathy and kindness in how they treat and
Young adult and middle-grade fiction. I love fantasy and sci-fi.
protect a pet. Plus, a pet can be a partner, confidante, consoler, protector
What was your favorite book as a child?
and friend.
The Hobbit — a perfect story with awesome fantasy elements
What would you title your memoirs?
including an enormous pile of gold. The hero is reluctant but
“Lisa Time.” That’s a family joke about how bad I am at time estimates.
courageous.
If I say something will be done in 45 minutes, then they say that’s Lisa
How long did it take you to write your book?
We were both also busy with other things, so it took us three years. What 21st-century technology could you not live without?
My computer, because it gives me incredible research access. For Anton & Cecil, I learned about Nova Scotia, tall ships, whales, cormorants and more — all from my own house. Whom do you admire?
Other writers, who possess such toughness, tenacity and an indomitable aura of moving forward. I particularly admire my
Time for an hour and ten minutes. It’s a convenient adjustment factor from my reality to theirs. If you could have a superpower, what would it be?
Turn invisible sometimes, to disappear and slip around unnoticed, to make small things happen and people don’t know why. What do you like best about living here?
So many things! Great restaurants, good shopping, wonderful schools, proximity to the mountains and the ocean and big cities. And all four seasons, each moderate and lovely.
collaborator, Valerie, who’s written a dozen adult novels and won prizes, and who is fierce and generous and a true writer. Lynn is also an admirer of other writers, especially those who have published books.
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{our town community} Intergenerational Center Proposed for Yancey An 11-member citizens advisory committee recently recommended creating an intergenerational learning center at Yancey Elementary School. County Executive Thomas Foley and Superintendent of Schools Dr. Pamela R. Moran tasked the committee last April with developing recommendations to improve community services in southern Albemarle County, including exploring the possibility of focusing the services at Yancey Elementary. The committee proposed that the school should increase its value in the community by expanding educational, recreational and fitness offerings, by offering health information and services and by adding employment skills training and an open technology laboratory. Additionally, the recommended three-phased program would expand school buildings and hire a full-time director of intergenerational programming. Follow updates on the proposed center at k12albemarle.org.
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Collaborating with the Smithsonian You hear all the time about how schools and classrooms are “looking ahead” for innovative ways to help students learn and grow. At Sutherland Middle School, teachers and students are actually “looking behind” to find the inspiration that will give students 21st-century knowledge and skills. Some classes recently began using an advanced engineering curriculum designed around the
collaborative visions of Albemarle County Public Schools, UVA’s Curry School of Education, UVA’s School of Engineering and Applied Science, the National Science Foundation and Einstein Fellows. One project involves the Vail telegraph—an improved version of Samuel Morse’s telegraph that was created by his business partner, Alfred Vail. With the help of UVA, which found the original manuscript for the Vail telegraph, Sutherland students printed the components of the telegraph on a 3-D printer and assembled the parts to produce a replica of the original device. Students realized they were making the same discoveries and mistakes as those made by Vail and Morse. They completed Albemarle County Public Schools
research at home and applied it in their science and engineering classes, causing one student to say, “It was so much more fun than a regular class. We learned by doing and making. Now I know how Vail and Morse felt!” Through Sutherland’s collaboration with UVA on this project, our work came to the attention of the Smithsonian Museum. Together with two eighth-grade replicators, Jennifer Wendelken and Nathanial Carlson (pictured), we visited with museum officials and now are concluding an agreement to have our students use original designs from museum archives to reproduce other historic artifacts in U.S. history. The museum’s ultimate goal is to develop a science and engineering curriculum based on our work that can be offered to schools across the nation. Entering our classrooms today, there’s a different feel from just a few
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years ago. Gone are the neatly arrayed desks, chalkboards and lectures. Students
teach science and engineering to
are grouped together in front of computers or video cameras or with electronic
some very excited students at
circuits or drill bits. The air is filled with positive emotion, enthusiasm and
Sutherland Middle School.
energy. But there’s more to this than just business and noise. This is 21st-century learning!
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Bravo! Winter Sports Adventures for the Wheelchair-Bound
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Western Albemarle High School senior Alice DuCharme has been a volunteer junior instructor with Wintergreen Adaptive Sports since her freshman year in high school. Her official title is Adaptive Snowboard Instructor, and her specialty is teaching bi-ski and mono-ski lessons that allow wheelchair-dependent individuals to ski sitting down. Wintergreen Adaptive Sports provides adaptive instruction in outdoor sports to both children
Wintergreen Adaptive Sports needs volunteers
and adults with physical or developmental disabilities and has served an increasing number of
7 days a week, especially
wounded veterans. The program relies on over 100 volunteers who participate in either winter or
mid-week. To learn more,
summer programs as junior- and senior-level instructors. DuCharme, who has also been a member
call 325-2007 or email
of her school’s track team for four years, finds time to volunteer on winter weekends and during
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school breaks. She enjoys working directly with the kids and families who take part in the program, noting that other types of volunteering can be one or two steps removed from the actual people you are helping. DuCharme enjoys the challenge of having to adapt to new students and their varied needs. She is impressed by the logistics of the program — every student has a file that instructors study prior to
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meeting them face to face. She has also learned some life lessons from her students, such as to not
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Relocations Blue Ridge Family Dentistry to 335 Greenbrier Dr., Suite 204. Blue Ridge Mountain Sports to The Shops at Stonefield.
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In next month’s issue: • Service dogs helping kids
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Chroma Art Projects on the Downtown Mall has closed.
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VALENTINE’S DAY
Victorian Valentine’s Day Celebration
February 1, 1-3pm at Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Staunton Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a Victorian Tea. Enjoy a Victorian taffy pull, fun stories and a three-course tea, and create a marbleized autograph book. 540-885-0897, woodrowwilson.org
The Love Tour at Maymont Mansion
Mark your calendar for February 16 for the CharlottesvilleFamily Fun Fair & Camp Expo!
February 14 & 15, 12-5pm at Maymont Mansion, Richmond Elegantly costumed ladies and gentlemen relate details of Queen Victoria’s love story and courting customs of the era. 804-358-7166, maymont.org
FESTIVALS & FAIRS Family Fun Festival at Wintergreen
Father-Daughter Dance
February 7 & 8, 6:30-8:30pm at Carver Recreation Center Dads (uncles & Grandpas too!) take your little valentine out for a fun night of dancing! For daughters ages 5-12. Early registration is recommended. 970-3260, charlottesville.org
Valentine’s Day Cookie Decorating
February 9, 2-3pm at Crozet Mudhouse. Bring your Valentine or celebrate a friendship with Chef Margot Diaz. Enjoy a wonderful afternoon of Valentine s Day cookie decorating. 823-2240.
Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance
February 9, 4-6pm at Charlottesville Ballet Dance the afternoon away and enjoy a raffle, refreshments, games, activities and cupcake and Valentine decorating tables. All family members are welcome to attend this semiformal event. 227-7592, charlottesvilleballet.org
Anti-Valentine’s Day Party
February 12, 7pm at Gordon Avenue Library Don’t like all the smushy-gushy love stuff going around? Play Anti-Valentine’s Olympics and trivia, make Anti-Valentine’s Day buttons and more. Registration. Grades 6-12. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Victorian Valentine’s Day
February 14, 10:30-11:30am at Virginia Discovery Museum Come learn about the history of Valentine’s Day, play some Victorian games, and make a valentine for someone special to you. Ages 4 & up. Registration. 977-1025, vadm.org
Teen Friday Night Film Club
February 14, 6-8:30pm at Crozet Library Romance + Zombies + movie at the Library = best way to spend your Valentine’s Day. Registration. Grades 6-12. 823-4050, jmrl.org
Now through February 2 at Wintergreen Resort Enjoy a fun weekend of winter sports and games! Races, family games, campfires and more. 325-8180, wintergreenresort.com
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February 16, 10am-3pm SEE US! at The Doubletree Hotel Kids and teens! Meet exhibitors from camps all over the East Coast featuring horseback riding, sports, travel, robotics and more! Entertainment, giveaways and kids’ activities! 984-4713, charlottesvillefamily.com
Kid*Vention 2014
February 22, 10am-3pm at Key Recreation Center Kid*Vention is the Virginia Discovery Museum’s free family science festival where kids and families can learn about astronomy, chemistry, environmental science and more through hands-on activities, crafts and games. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor! 977-1025, vadm.org
Birth Expo: Healthy Birth, Healthy Baby March 1, 10am-2pm at Key Recreation Center A day of workshops,�exhibits, raffles, door prizes and more. Meet healthcare providers and local resources. Children can play in the PB+J Gymnastics Zone! CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor! cvillebirthexpo.com
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February 2, 2pm at The Paramount The hour-long shows introduce kids to the ins and outs of the orchestra. Pre-show festivities include an Instrument Petting Zoo. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor. 979-1333, theparamount.net Continued on page 22
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This beautifully renovated home sits on a golf course lot in the prestigious Keswick Club Estate. Rich hardwood flooring throughout the 1st level, master suite features his/her closets, spacious walk-in tiled shower, soaking tub & double sinks with granite tops. The creme cabinetry in the kitchen blends beautifully with the granite tops & SS appliances. A double sided fireplace adds ambiance in the dining & living rooms. Christine Lisle (434) 825-7446. MLS# 515719
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On 10 private acres at the end of a charming lane, this immaculate, farmhouse-style home offers 5 bedrooms and 4.5 bathrooms in a sought after, ultra convenient location in the Meriwether-Lewis District. The large, sunny kitchen and master suite have just been handsomely and comprehensively renovated by Lithic Construction. Tom Elliott recently constructed an extraordinary barn as well as a potting shed and chicken coop. The acreage is mostly open, dotted by large hardwoods with the perimeters wooded. Additional features incl’ an in-law or guest apartment over the 3 car garage, whole house generator, new wood stove in the casual living space, and fenced perimeter.
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DAYTRIPFun! Go for Olympic Gold
The Winter Olympics begin on February 7 in Sochi, Russia, and families will gather around the TV to watch their favorite athletes compete for the gold. Kids and adults alike are amazed and thrilled as they watch the grace and strength of the figure skaters, the force and velocity of the luge, and the agility and boldness of skiing and snowboarding competitions. The Olympics is a great opportunity for sharing some good old-fashioned patriotism and rooting together for favorites — plus you can slip in some other lessons, too. •
Help your kids understand the amount of time, effort and discipline involved in training for the Olympics, which will give them a whole new appreciation for these amazing athletes.
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Have a computer nearby to research favorite athletes. Keep a map handy so you can locate their hometowns. Try out some foreign foods or read up about local traditions.
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Visit sochi2014.com and meet the Olympic mascots.
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Talk about how the Olympics started in ancient Greece.
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Stretch your own legs by setting up competitions at home — low-tech hula hooping, races, tumbling and obstacle courses or maybe Super Mario Winter Olympics for the Wii.
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Last, but not least, brush up on your Russian history. (See opposite.)
The world is a fascinating place and the Olympics are among the most exciting and happy of international conversations!
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More Olympic-Inspired Fun Main Street Arena and Snowshoe Mountain Feeling inspired by watching the figure skating competitions? Head downtown to the Main Street Arena to lace up a pair of skates and hit the ice! The rink is open for public skate on most weekdays and some Saturdays. The arena also hosts the UVA ice hockey teams, so be sure to check their event calendar for a chance to catch some local winter sports in person! For more information, visit mainstarena.com. Another hotspot for winter sport fun is Snowshoe Mountain in West Virginia. On the mountain you’ll find skiing and snowboarding along with other winter activities, such as snowmobile tours and tubing. Special programs for either skiing or snowboarding are available for ages 4 to 12, and preschoolers have their own Pre Ski School for pint-sized fun! Learn more about Snowshoe at snowshoemtn.com.
Interested in brushing up on a little Russian history before the Winter Olympics? Local author Deborah Prum’s Czars and Czarinas is a humorous summary of Russian history available as an interactive iBook, with audio, video and interactive links throughout! $7.99, ages 9–adult, available on iTunes, for iPads and Macs.
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Charlottesville Parks and Recreation invites you to…
Father-Daughter Dance
Science Fun
Kid*Vention 2014 February 22, 10am-3pm at Key Recreation Center See page 18
The Adventures of Milo and Otis
February 8, 1pm at Central Library Enjoy a family-friendly flick at the library with free popcorn! Bring a blanket or pillows if you want to lounge on the floor. Rated G. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Balto
Friday, February 7 and Saturday, February 8, 2014 6:30-8:30 pm at Carver Recreation Center
February 11, 6:30pm at Northside Library Bring a blanket and pillows and settle in for a family-friendly movie. Popcorn and drinks provided. Rated G. 973-7893, jmrl.org
Youth Orchestra Winter Concert
February 11, 7pm at MLK Performing Arts Center The evening features the Evans Orchestra and Youth Symphony of Youth Orchestras of Central Virginia. 974-7776, yocva.org
Drum Call & Friends
$10 per couple Ages 5 - 12 registration is required.
970-3260
Please register early as this event fills up quickly.
February 16, 2pm at Central Library Celebrate Black History month! Groove to the beat of African drumming with drummer extraordinaire Whit Whitten and Friends. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Great Sounds Abound
February 18, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Enjoy the rousing sound of brass instruments and get close to the music when the brass quintet of The Municipal Band of Charlottesville plays for you. Recommended for ages 3 & up. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Chocolate Olympics
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February 20, 4pm at Northside Library Get into the spirit of the Winter Olympics with an afternoon filled with games, crafts and lots of chocolate. Registration. Grades K & up. 973-7893, jmrl.org
ARTS & CRAFTS Color Day
February 5, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Enjoy activities with crayons, balloons and more. Registration. Ages 5 & up. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Crafternoon
February 6, 4pm at Northside Library You can make all kinds of things with plastic, rubber bands, and yarn. Shrinky Dinks, Loom bands, friendship bracelets and more. Registration. For grades K & up. 973-7893, jmrl.org
Fun for the Young @ The Fralin
February 12, 10am at UVA’s Fralin Museum of Art Gordon Avenue Children’s Librarian visits The Fralin Art Museum to share stories, music and movement. Then the docents invite the youngest art patrons to explore the museum. 243-2050, jmrl.org
Make It & Take It: Create a Card
February 12, 3-5pm at Gordon Avenue Library For Valentine’s Day or just to say “hey” — a card can brighten anyone’s day. Stop in Gordon Avenue Library to make, decorate and take a card. 296-5544, jmrl.org
Family Art JAM: Letters & Numbers
February 15 & 16, 1-3pm for ages 5-7 or 3-5pm for ages 8-12 at UVA’s Fralin Museum of Art Exhibits are made accessible to youngsters with age-appropriate tours and hands-on activities. This month, kids will learn about block printing inspired by Jasper Johns. 243-2050, virginia.edu/artmuseum
EXHIBITS 14th Annual VSA Exhibit
Now through March 3, 6:30-8pm at MLK Performing Arts Center This annual show featuring works by dozens of area artists promotes experiences in the arts for individuals with disabilities. 972-1730, charlottesville.org
Be the Dinosaur
Now through May 11 at Science Museum of Virginia, Richmond Check out an animatronic dinosaur and a pterosaur reconstruction as you discover what life was like for dinosaurs. 804-864-1400, smv.org
LEARNING FUN PBS Kids Go! Writing Contest
Now through March 21 Kids in grades K-3 who want to write and illustrate their own stories can enter. Every entrant will be recognized for their participation. ideastations.org
Mind Math with Beads
February 6, 4pm at Central Library Caregivers and kids can learn to calculate faster and better with the abacus with ALOHA Mind Math Charlottesville. Registration. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Special Night for Special Needs
AldersgAte United Methodist ChUrCh Presents…
February 7, 5:30-7:30pm at Children’s Museum of Richmond, Short Pump Children up to age 10 who have special needs and their families are invited to enjoy museum exploration, adapted materials, special activities and reduced number of visitors. 804-474-7000, c-mor.org
Children’s
Consignment Sale Gently Used Children’s Clothing, Toys, Baby Equipment and lots more!
“Choose YoUr ChAritY” Preview event! Thursday, February 27th, 2014 • 10am-6pm • $5 Entry Fee SALE DATES: MARCH 1st - 8th Restock March 1st & 3rd (closed Sunday, March 2nd)
McCormick Observatory Public Night
February 7 & 21, 7-9pm at McCormick Observatory Observe the night sky through a telescope and enjoy audio-visual presentations, museum exhibits and observatory tours. 243-1885, virginia.edu
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Meet the Symphony Star
February 8, 10:30am at Virginia Discovery Museum Enjoy an interactive performance by a member of the Charlottesville and University Symphony Orchestra while learning about how instruments in the string family produce sound. 977-1025, vadm.org
For the Birds
February 8, 11am-12pm at Maymont Nature Center, Richmond Meet one of Maymont’s birds and learn about the adaptations of our feathered friends. Then create nesting wreaths. Ages 4 & older. Registration. 804-358-7166, maymont.org
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February 15, 8am-10pm at UVA’s Memorial Gym Dance the night away and support the UVA Children’s Hospital. There will bounce houses, a magician and a capella groups, too! 302-383-8358, dmatuva.org
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Olympic Fever!
February 17, 9am-12pm or 9am-3pm at Virginia Discovery Museum Learn about the history of the Olympics, then test your skills as you compete in indoor versions of some favorite winter sports. 977-1025, vadm.org
Kids’ clothes (sizes 0-preteen), toys, baby equipment, maternity clothes, costumes. . . and more! Check website for details and location!
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February 17, 1pm at Montpelier, Orange Journey through the lives of the enslaved individuals who lived at Montpelier during the Madisons’ tenure by listening to their stories and exploring the places they lived and worked. 540-672-2728, montpelier.org
Tall Tales of the Old West
February 26, 4pm at Gordon Avenue Library Tell it tall or not at all. Some of the biggest, wildest, zaniest tall tales come thundering off the pages. Registration. For ages 5 & up 296-5544, jmrl.org
SPORTS & OUTDOORS Central Little League Baseball & T-Ball
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Now through February 24 Registration for Central Little League Baseball and T-ball is now open! 284-2173, eteamz.com/cllcharlottesville
Zumba Party
February 9, 3-5pm at Key Recreation Center Zumba is a Latin-inspired, dance-fitness class combining Latin and international music and dance movements. For dancers & non-dancers ages 14 & up. 970-3260, charlottesville.org
Toddler Time
February 27, 10am at Ivy Creek Natural Area Introduce your toddler to nature with this short talk and trail walk for 3- to 5-year-olds. 973-7772, ivycreekfoundation.org
ESPECIALLY FOR TEENS Piedmont Regional Science Fair Entries
VDM’S FREE FAMILY SCIENCE FESTIVAL Event will be at the Key Recreation Center near the Downtown Mall. Call (434) 977-1025 or visit www.vadm.org for more information.
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Through February 21 February 21 is the deadline for registration and submission of the Application for Entry forms and fee. Junior division open to grades 6-8; senior division open to grades 9-12. 227-9066, vprsf.org
It’s a Draw! Pen and Ink Contest
February 1-22 at all JMRL branches This annual contest selects original designs to appear in three teen program brochures. Find details, entry forms and prize information online and at every branch. 979-7151, jmrl.org
March 1-8, 9am-5pm Saturdays; 10am-6pm Monday-Friday at Aldersgate United Methodist Church This semi-annual kids’ consignment sale offers gently used clothes, toys and gear. Benefits local families in need. 973-5806, hereweegrowagain.com
ESPECIALLY FOR PARENTS Golden Apple Award Nominations
Blind Date with a Book
February 1-28 at Central, Gordon Avenue & Northside Libraries Choose a next book based just on its “dating profile.” You won’t know what it is until after you check it out and unwrap it. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Now through February 12 Nominate your favorite teacher at a public or private school in Albemarle County or the City of Charlottesville! One winner will be selected from each school. 296-5820, k12albemarle.org
After Hours Murder Mystery Party
Charlottesville City School Board Meeting
February 21, 6-8pm at Central Library Death stalks the library after hours, and it’s up to you to catch the murderer. Solve the mystery and earn prizes! Registration. 979-7151, jmrl.org
Teen Screen Saturdays
February 22, 2:30pm at Gordon Avenue Library Enjoy popcorn and a movie geared specifically toward teens. Then vote on next month’s movie! 296-5544, jmrl.org
Teen Night
Here Wee Grow Again!
game room. For grades 7 & 8. 970-3260, charlottesville.org
February 22, 6-8pm at Key Recreation Center Have fun with your friends playing kickball, dodgeball and other games in the gym and
OPEN HOUSES Come See Us in Action Day February 11, 9-11:30am at Tandem Friends School 296-1303, tandemfs.org
February 6, 5pm at Charlottesville High School 245-2400, ccs.k12.va.us
Albemarle County School Board Meeting
February 17, 9-11:30am at Renaissance School 984-1952, renaissanceschool.org
Oakland School Open House
February 13, 6:30pm at Albemarle County Office Building, Lane Auditorium 972-4055, k12albemarle.org
City Market Arts
Renaissance School Open House
February 17 10am at Oakland School 293-9059, oaklandschool.net
North Branch School Open House
February 15 & 16, 10am-4pm at Carver Recreation Center Come see your favorite City Market arts vendors in the second Annual City Market Art Show. 970-3260, charlottesville.org
February 25, 9-11:30am & 6:30-8pm at North Branch School 540-456-8450, north-branch-school.org
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Mom, It Hurts to Talk Is it Sore Throat, Strep or Tonsillitis?
For most children, a scratchy throat goes hand in hand with a runny nose and cough — all telltale signs of the common cold. Sometimes, though, a sore throat could be a sign of strep or
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other serious infection and merits a call to the doctor’s office. “Most sore throats are nothing to worry about and are caused by a cold virus,” says Sarah Boggs, MD, a University of Virginia Children’s Hospital pediatrician who sees patients at UVA Orange Pediatrics. “Preschoolers with a cold may have a low-grade fever and that’s OK,” she
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adds. “Older kids, however, don’t usually get a fever with a cold.”
by Kelly Casey
A sore throat caused by a cold virus is typically the result of post-nasal drip or the virus invading and irritating the tissues in the back of the throat, explains Dr. Boggs. A good home remedy is a teaspoon of honey, which can help relieve a sore throat as well as nighttime coughing. As long as your child isn’t under one year old, it’s safe to give her honey as needed. Dr. Boggs strongly cautions against using cold and cough medicines, which are not effective in children under six years old and can have serious side effects. Cough drops are OK for older kids but can be a choking hazard for younger children. Strep throat is caused by a bacterium called Streptococcus pyogenes. With strep, a child will typically have a sore throat along with a headache, stomachache or just a general feeling of “blah.” If you suspect strep, it definitely merits a trip to the doctor’s office. Strep can be easily diagnosed with a rapid strep test. About 10 to 15 percent of the time, the rapid test won’t pick up the strep, so your doctor may order a more accurate
Skip over-the-counter cold medicines and soothe your child’s sore throat with a teaspoon of honey, says UVA Children’s Hospital pediatrician Sarah Boggs, MD.
culture, with results in 24 to 48 hours. It’s important to treat strep — left untreated it can lead to rare but serious conditions such as rheumatic fever, which can damage the heart — and antibiotics will almost always clear it up. After a child finishes a course of antibiotics, Dr. Boggs recommends throwing out his toothbrush. “I’m not sure there’s scientific data to support that it helps prevent a recurrence, but it can’t hurt,” she adds. Tonsillitis, an inflammation of the tonsils, can be caused by strep or mononucleosis. Although mono is typically referred to as the “teenage kissing disease,” half of children with mono are infected by eight years old, Dr. Boggs notes. Younger kids, however, are less likely to have symptoms.
Because mono is caused by a virus, it’s best to treat it with plenty of rest and fluids. Tonsillectomies are now reserved for children with very, very frequent strep infections or other issues such as sleep apnea. “Rest and fluids are an excellent way to manage any sore throat,” Dr. Boggs says. “But it’s important to call the doctor if your child has a fever of 101˚F or more and her tonsils are very large, or if she has a sore throat with a headache and stomachache but no signs of a cold.”
Kelly is a medical writer for the University of Virginia Health System and UVA Children’s Hospital. For more information on children’s health, visit uvahealth.com/childrens.
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I (Heart) Pancakes A Delicious Way to Say, “I Love You!” At the grocery store this week, there was a special on strawberries — buy one pack, get one free — so we are on strawberry overload and I had to get thinking about the best way to use them up! Well, I love pancakes, and with Valentine’s Day approaching, I thought it would be fun to make some strawberry pancakes. But if I’m going to make strawberry pancakes, why not take it one step further and make them heart-shaped strawberry pancakes?! I wanted my heart-shaped pancakes to be pretty, but I knew I couldn’t make a “pretty” cake by free-handing them. Although
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I got to thinking, “Isn’t this basically the same thing?”
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and sure enough, with tongs to lift it when it was hot,
The metal cookie cutter will
it worked like a charm! (Plastic ones will melt.)
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by Jennifer Carroll
Make these for your family or for a romantic breakfast in bed with your sweetheart!
with the pan or skillet, so do not let children handle it, and be sure to set it aside
Strawberry Pancakes with Strawberry Syrup For pancakes: About 14 medium strawberries, to make ½ cup fresh strawberry juice 2 cups Bisquick 2 eggs
½ cup strawberrybanana juice (I used V8 V-Fusion) Red gel food coloring (optional) Cooking spray
between pancakes.
For syrup: 2 tablespoons seedless strawberry jam 2 tablespoons maple syrup 1 tablespoon butter
For pancakes: 1.
Blend strawberries and strain them to produce ½ cup fresh strawberry juice.
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In a bowl, mix juice with Bisquick, eggs, and strawberry-banana juice. Add food coloring, if desired, for a more pronounced pink color.
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Lightly spray inside of metal heart-shaped cookie cutter with cooking spray. (Repeat this every time — it keeps the batter from sticking.) Place cookie cutter on pre-heated pan or skillet.
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When little bubbles form, use tongs to carefully lift cookie cutter straight up. If needed, jiggle the cookie cutter ever so slightly to release it from the batter.
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Flip pancake with spatula when ready. Cook on other side for another minute or so. Remove pancake from pan and set aside on a paper-towel lined plate, so it won’t get soggy from the condensation of the heat against the plate while you make more.
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In a small saucepan, combine ingredients and cook over low heat. Stir occasionally until heated through and syrup is smooth. Serve immediately.
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Coordinating your pet’s bed with your existing furniture is a good way to help it blend into your home while also making your pet feel comfortable.
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Decorating with your pets and their accoutrements in mind.
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When your pets need a break from the kid commotion, they’ll appreciate a cozy bed tucked away — near the family but out of the high-traffic zone. Choose cushions to suit your pet’s sleep style. For example, dogs that sleep curled up prefer fluffy, round beds; those that stretch out like longer, flatter beds; and dogs that rest their heads enjoy one with bolsters.
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Have a quiet dining spot, too. All pet dishes should be fixed in a holder or be heavy enough to not move and frustrate your pet (and scatter food, which frustrates you). Place a mat underneath for spills. Think about the shape of your pet’s face when choosing those cute dishes. Cats and short-nosed dog breeds do best with wide, shallow bowls.
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Litter boxes should be someplace where a little smelliness won’t be a big bother — odor absorbers, while useful, are only so effective. A cat box cover is essential for limiting the ick factor and mess. Use a throw rug underneath so you can easily clean up any spilled litter.
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Grooming cuts down on housecleaning — pretty motivating! Teach the kids how to brush and how to stash grooming
throw blankets that you can toss in the washer are great, too. Consider choosing a color similar to your pet’s fur color.
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Contagious
Compassion Let Your Kids Catch You Being Generous
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We hear a lot about making sure our children have math skills and athletic skills, but what about skills like compassion and empathy? As parents, we can be as intentional about imparting these skills as we are about teaching our young children the alphabet or our older children how to put their laundry away. What’s the best way to teach generosity? Live it.
than defaulting to judgment or condemnation.
Let your kids catch you being kind so they will have
So if you want to raise thoughtful, peace-loving
real-life memories to recollect later — memories that
kids, show them the way. Get some generosity going and
remind them to be a positive force in the world today, no
keep it flowing.
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Grandmother and author Jessica Morrell likes to give
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her granddaughters a cool lesson in generosity for the
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{inspiration parenting} intersections and find someone looking for help. “I create little bags to pass out — a few dollars, a protein bar, hand sanitizer, tissues, etc. I change the items depending on the season — add cough drops in winter, try to give out water bottles on hot days.” If you don’t feel comfortable giving money, give sturdy, healthy food items or even a nice cup of hot chocolate. Ask your kids what they would like to give and act on their ideas. Give Nationally or Globally. When a national or international tragedy strikes, get your kids involved in donating a little to the Red Cross (redcross.org) or other emergency organizations. Explain that when disasters happen, it helps to do a small good deed, even if it’s just making a modest contribution. If your child just had a bar mitzvah or a big birthday, encourage him to give a small amount of the money he received to a cause he believes in and see how it makes him feel.
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Your World. Your News. Your WMRA. Charlottesville · 103.5FM wmra.org Catch Them in the Act. If you notice your child going above and beyond, let her know you feel proud. I was wondering whether I was nagging my daughter too much about extending kindness to the new girl in dance class. Then I met the new girl’s mother at the fall mixer and she commented that her daughter always speaks highly of my
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Other Ideas for Cultivating Kindness •
In the fall, have your kids set aside clothes and off center. Jackets and gently used toys will be especially needed in Charlottesville’s cold winter and the holiday season.
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The next time your kids go to the grocery store with you, ask them to pick a few cans of fruit for the food bank. Let them drop these in the Blue Ridge Area Food Bank bin as you leave the store.
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Encourage your child to set aside a portion of her allowance for a cash or other donation to a local charity or cause that matches her interests, such as pet food for the SPCA, a book from the school library’s wish list, or toys for the UVA Children’s Hospital.
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Show your kids that their time is a great gift. Take them along when delivering meals for Meals on Wheels or checking on seniors in your community.
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From October to March, when the weather turns cold, different churches and other facilities in Charlottesville partner with PACEM (People and Congregations Engaged in Ministry) to host homeless men and women. Your family can visit one evening and play music or board games with the guests.
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If your child is shy or uncomfortable with strangers, take a trashbag along with you on a quiet walk through the neighborhood or to your favorite park, picking up trash as you go. (Bring gloves and use discretion.)
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{inspiration parenting} Books That Encourage Children to Be Generous Reach Out and Give by Cheri J. Meiners In this picture book, a young boy learns about how to be generous with his time and talents to those in his community. The book also includes sample discussion question and games. Under the Lemon Moon by Edith Hope Fine This beautiful, award-winning picture book follows a young girl in Mexico who takes steps to be generous after someone in need steals from her. The Quiltmaker’s Gift by Jeff Brumbeau Richly illustrated pages draw readers into this tale of a king who must give away everything he owns in order to get a quilt that he wants — and who finds joy as he does. The Berenstain Bears and the Joy of Giving by Mike and Jan Berenstain Set during the Christmas season, this story follows Brother and Sister Bear as they go from wanting presents for themselves to participating in the holiday’s theme of giving to others.
Books That Encourage Tweens to Be Generous The Giving Book: Open the Door to a Lifetime of Giving by Ellen Sabin This spiral-bound book has interactive prompts for exploring our world and finding ways to make it a better place through volunteering and other generous acts. How to Be an Everyday Philanthropist by Nicole Bouchard Boles Packed with more than 300 concrete ideas for helping others near and far, this handbook seeks to make philanthropy a habit, not a special event. The Kid’s Guide to Service Projects by Barbara A. Lewis Written for children who hope to make a difference in their community, this beginner’s guide to service projects has hundreds of ideas for how to affect real change. One Good Deed a Day: A Journal from Chronicle Books This beautiful journal includes suggestions and prompts meant to inspire acts of kindness as well as room for brief reflections on actions taken.
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Healthy Ways to Boost Your Brainpower by Heidi Smith Luedtke
Sharpen Your Mind By Eating Smart, Exercising and Managing Your Moods
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There’s no doubt about it: Parenting is physically and mentally exhausting. When you spend your days washing mountains of laundry and wake up every three hours for nighttime feedings, you may forget what you ate for breakfast — if you had time to eat breakfast at all. Your overworked, under-rested brain may feel sluggish and mushy, like the bowl of barely warm rice cereal you’re trying to feed the baby. But scientists say there’s no need to worry about your brainpower. Recent neuroimaging research conducted at Yale University School of Medicine shows early mother-infant interaction creates adaptive changes in the brains of new moms, not just in the brains of their babies. Moms experience growth in brain areas associated with maternal motivation, emotion processing, sensory integration and reasoning. Healthy habits can help you protect and promote brain growth during every stage of your life. Here’s how.
EAT SMART A Mediterranean-inspired meal plan provides key ingredients for brain health. “Monounsaturated oils — found in olives, nuts and avocados — and dark leafy greens offer high doses of vitamin E and folic acid, two nutrients that reduce the risk of dementia,” says Martha Clare Morris, Sc.D., director of Nutrition and Nutritional Epidemiology at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago. Spinach sautéed in olive oil may be the ultimate brain food. Serve it with fish and a glass of red wine. “A number of long-term studies show the consumption of fish prevents cognitive
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Exercise also helps you maintain a healthy body weight, which is important for cognitive functioning. If you are significantly overweight, have a family history of diabetes or had gestational diabetes during pregnancy, see your doctor for diabetes screening. “Diabetes is a major risk factor for Alzheimer’s,” LaFerla says, and memory loss may occur years before a person is diagnosed with diabetes.
MIND YOUR EMOTIONS Pay attention to your mental health as well. Approximately 9 percent of women suffer from depression in any given year, and “even mild depression can affect your cognitive functioning in a negative way,” according to Clinton Wright, M.D., Scientific Director of the Evelyn F. McKnight Brain Institute at the University of Miami. Studies show as many as 10 to 15 percent of new moms experience symptoms of postpartum depression in the first year after giving birth. Lack of joy in daily activities, loss of appetite, mood swings and social withdrawal are signs you may be depressed.
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Hormonal changes and poor quality sleep can make for a moody, mentally exhausting postpartum period. Moms who have been diagnosed with depression before, or who have financial or relationship stresses, are at increased risk for postpartum depression. Talk with your doctor if your mood and motivation are low. After ruling out any medical causes, such as postpartum changes in thyroid functioning, she can help you get treatment. Getting help is the best thing you can do for yourself and your family. Untreated postpartum depression disrupts mother-infant bonding and increases behavior problems in children. Stress and anxiety also create mental clutter and prompt the release of stress-related chemicals, such as cortisol. Over time, high cortisol levels can damage brain structures critical to learning and memory. Increase your resilience to stress with healthy coping skills. Join a mom’s group to get social support that boosts your spirits. Friends can lend a listening ear or a word of encouragement when you’re overwhelmed. Train your brain to see the bright side by nurturing a grateful attitude. Write down little victories — like getting your toddler to use the big-boy potty at the restaurant — that may be quickly forgotten when the baby slings pureed carrots in your just-washed hair. Note blessings you might take for granted, like clean drinking water and a big backyard, and look back at Thinkstock
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{resources summer camp} SPECIAL ADVERTISER RESIDENTIAL CAMPS GUIDE See what the area’s residential camps have to say about themselves!
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CAMP ALLEGHANY FOR GIRLS 540-898-4782, campalleghany.com Lewisburg, WV • ACA accredited “Steeped in tradition, girls ages 7–16 enjoy the same customs established 90 years ago at our camp. Archery, arts and crafts, canoeing, dance, drama, rifle, ropes, singing, sports and more with emphasis on sportsmanship, citizenship, cooperation, consideration for others, the honor system and meaningful appreciation of the outdoors. Goals are
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achieved in a lively, relaxed setting, enhancing selfesteem and boosting confidence.” See ad p. 56
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CAMP FRIENDSHIP 800-873-3223, campfriendship.com Palmyra, VA • ACA accredited “Increased self-esteem, new friendships, social competence, responsibility and building positive values are just some of the life skills learned here. And it’s fun! Programs ranging from equestrian camp, sports clinics, field trips, and teen camp offer our camp families a well-rounded summer camp experience. Since 1966 Camp Friendship has served boys and girls, ages 7–16.” See ad p. 57 CAMP HIDDEN MEADOWS 800-600-4752, camphiddenmeadows.com
Whether your child loves the arts, swimming, computer programming, horses or adventure sports — we’ve got a camp for you! See what some of the area’s residential camps have to say about themselves and mark your calendars for the CharlottesvilleFamily Fun Fair & Camp Expo — set for February 16 — and meet the staff behind many of these wonderful camps in person!
Bartow, WV • ACA accredited “Camp Hidden Meadows offers 1-, 2-, 3- and 4-week sessions for boys and girls ages 7–16. Located two hours west of Charlottesville, our camp activities include horseback riding, sailing, arts, white-water rafting, organic farming, drama, dance, mountain boarding, canoeing, backpacking, climbing wall, mountain biking, hiking, rock climbing, fishing, swimming, a 1,000-foot zip line and more!” See ad p. 56
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CAMP HOLIDAY TRAILS
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977-3781, campholidaytrails.org Charlottesville, VA “Camp Holiday Trails is a caring community committed
to
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educating campers with chronic illnesses, their families and healthcare professionals. Families of and children with special medical needs and chronic illnesses can enjoy 1- and 2-week residential summer camp sessions and family weekends for parents and caregivers.” See ad p. 68
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{resources summer camp} CAMP HORIZONS 540-896-7600, camphorizonsva.com Harrisonburg, VA • ACA accredited “Celebrating 30 years! Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Camp Horizons is a co-ed residential summer camp for
A great fit for those needing
ages 6–17. We provide a safe, supportive
support and individualized
community in which campers can feel
attention in reading, math,
comfortable trying new things, learning about themselves and their peers, and
written language, and
developing lasting camp friendships. Aquatics, sports, outdoors, adventure,
study skills.
campfires, visual arts, performing arts, equestrian/horseback and more.”
• Multi-sensory approach ranging from traditional instruction to advanced technology. • Daily one-to-one instruction and small classes. • 5:1 student to teacher ratio. • Day and boarding programs for ages 6 to 14. • Horseback riding, sports, arts and music. • Ask about discounts and tuition assistance.
(434) 293-9059 • www.oaklandschool.net • Keswick, Virginia
See ad p. 53 CAMP MOTORSPORT 855-508-9382, campmotorsport.com Clover, VA • ACA accredited “It’s not your same old summer camp! Girls and boys, ages 9–16, participate in hands-on driving and racing education, plus paintball, BMX biking, sports and swimming, as well as hands-on motorsports science, technology and engineering!
Driving
instruction
is
designed to help campers become better, safer drivers; our instruction rivals the best professional racing schools. No prior driving experience needed.” See ad p. 57 CAMP RIM ROCK 347-746-7625, camprimrock.com Yellow Spring, WV • ACA accredited “This is our 63rd season, for girls ages 6–16. Two- or 4-week sessions with horseback riding: ring lessons, trail rides, river rides and stable management; aquatics:
Camp Strawderman Est. 1929 In the Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Girls 6-17. Real mountain camping in the foothills of the Allegheny Mountains. Riding, Swimming, Tennis, Archery, Hiking, Crafts, Dramatics, Nature Study, Indian Lore, Dancing and Music. Experienced Leaders. Cabins. 2, 4, 6 or 8 weeks. For brochure, write or phone: Margaret H. Gouldman, 10902 Brookwood Ave., Upper Marlboro, MD 20772 www.campstrawderman.com
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swimming,
kayaking,
paddleboarding; performing arts: dance, drama, chorus; arts and crafts: drawing and painting; sports: golf, volleyball, soccer, tennis, archery, basketball, field hockey and lacrosse. Riding specialty camps and mini camps. Less than 2 hours from D.C. on beautiful acres.” See ad p. 54
CAMP ROANOKE
HIDDEN CREEK FARM
540-387-6114, camproanoke.com
985-4309, hiddencreekva.com
Salem, VA
Ruckersville, VA
“Located within 700 acres of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Camp
“Come join our family run camp. Students get the chance to learn
Roanoke has shaped the character of youth since 1925.
what they want to learn while having as much fun with horses
Campers of all ages will enjoy a climbing wall
as possible! Students ride 2–4 times a day, treat horses,
and ropes course, archery range, air-
feed horses and enjoy the bond of horse and rider.
conditioned cabins, disc golf course,
We have camps and weekend retreats for all
canoeing, mountain boarding, full-
ages from 5 to adult!” See ad p. 68
menu dining and nature center. Older campers venture off-site to
ID TECH CAMPS
surf, sea-kayak, rock climb and
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more!” See ad p. 54
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Princeton, Stanford, and others. Also 2-week, pre-college
cabins, large halls, a craft shop and a trading post—all built in
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rustic style. The camp has its own stables with over 30 horses and boundless hiking and riding trails.” See ad p. 50
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DISNEY STAR
SUMMER THEATRE ARTS CAMP FOR GIRLS WITH HOLLYWOOD THEATRE LAB
888-709-8324 iDProgrammingAcademy.com Held at American University “Gain a competitive edge and learn how programming can become a college degree and even a rewarding career.
Weekly camps packed with acting, singing, dancing, set design, and costumes. Combining the backstage and onstage experience creates pure theatrical fun!
2-week, pre-college summer programs
A show-stopping performance every Friday afternoon for family and friends. Plan now for a great Summer!
robotics engineering. Held at prestigious
For details visit www.villageschool.us or contact Lana at hollywoodtheatrelab@gmail.com
in programming, app development, and universities including American, Yale, Princeton, Stanford, and others. Also
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weeklong camps for ages 7–17 held at iD Tech Camps.“ See ad p. 55 MASSANUTTEN ACADEMY 877-466-6222, militaryschool.com Woodstock, VA “Our two 1-week summer camp sessions for boys and girls ages 11–15 are July 20–August 2. These high-energy camps are designed to promote leadership, self-confidence, teamwork and physical endurance while having fun! Each camp session will include popular activities such as paintball, hiking and archery
Science
Camp Watonka Boys 8 - 16 In the Poconos at Hawley, PA Offering qualified instruction and laboratory work in astronomy, biology, chemistry, computer science, ecology, electronics, geology, physics, photography, robotics and rocketry. The sciences are incorporated into a fun filled, camper selected program that also includes archery, arts and crafts, climbing, mini-bike riding, riflery, sailing, swimming, tennis, trips, windsurfing, woodworking, ropes, etc. Private Lake. American Camp Association accredited. 2, 4, 6 and 8 week sessions.
www.watonka.com • mail@watonka.com • Phone: (570) 857-1401 For catalog write: D. Wacker, PO Box 127 Hawley, PA 18428
to name a few. Each camp session will include field trips and presentations.“ See ad p. 66 NIKE TENNIS CAMP AT UVA 800-645-3226, ussportscamps.com Charlottesville, VA “Our youth summer tennis camp sessions are a great way to improve your game in a short period of time, providing players with up to 5 hours of tennis a day, daily instruction from Director Brian Boland, all in a fun environment. Junior Day and
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JUnior overnight and day Camps Boys & Girls | Ages 9-18 adUlt Weekend Camps
USSportsCamps.com 1-800-NIKE CAMP (1-800-645-3226) All Rights reserved. Nike and the Swoosh design are registered trademarks of Nike, Inc. and its affiliates, and are used under license.Nike is the title sponsor of the camps and has no control over the operation of the camps or the acts or omissions of US Sports Camps.
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Overnight camp options for boys and girls ages 9–18 and all ability levels.” See ad p. 52 OAKLAND SCHOOL & CAMP 293-9059, oaklandschool.net Keswick, VA “Oakland School and Camp combines an intensive academic program with traditional summer fun for girls and boys ages 6–14. Individualized programs include small group and daily one-to-one
• Accredited by the ACA since our first summer in 1983. • Staff to camper ratio is 1:5 or better (often times 1:3). • Highly trained and qualified staff of counselors. • Camp medical staff on Mention code site 24 hours a day, CVILLEFAMILY 7 days a week. and Receive $100 Off Camp Registration when Paid in Full.
Welcome to Camp Horizons... Right Over the Mountain!
Camp Horizons – a premier coed sleep-away summer camp
in Shenandoah Valley, Virginia offering a safe, supportive community in which campers can feel comfortable embarking on new adventures and developing friendships that will last a lifetime.
Visit our website, give us a call or schedule a tour. We can’t wait to welcome you home!
Three distinct programs for boys and girls: • Discover: Ages 6-8 • Journey: Ages 9-11 • Explorer: Ages 12-16
HARRISONBURG, VA USA • 540.896.7600 • CAMPHORIZONSVA.COM
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PERFORMING ARTS AQUATICS HORSEBACK RIDING ARTS & CRAFTS SPORTS
VOTED “BEST OVERNIGHT CAMP” by a leading Family Magazine for the 7th year
!
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TANDEM FRIENDS SCHOOL
SPECTRUM2014 SUMMER PROGRAMS
Est. 1925
Just Off I-81 exit 132 Full Weeks Start at $400
A SAFE HAVEN FOR CREATIVE SELF-EXPRESSION art | crafts | yoga | dance | baking | theatre | box city drumming | fencing | gardening | basketball Session 1: June 16-27 • Session 2: June 30 July 11 • Session 3: July 14-25 Rising 1st grade through 8th grade • Extended day option Contact Director, Fran Smith | 434-760-3097 | fran@dezadesign.com. Workshops and applications available on online at tandemfs.org
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Co-ed Residential Weekly Sessions
CampRoanoke.com (540) 387-6114
sessions with certified teachers. Oakland’s program is ideal
SOCA’S BLUE RIDGE RESIDENTIAL SOCCER ACADEMY
for average to above average students, including those with
975-5025, socaspot.org
learning differences. Recreational activities include horseback
Dyke, VA
riding, swimming, sports, arts and crafts, nature study and
“The Blue Ridge Residential Soccer Academy provides Boys
more. Boarding and day opportunities available.” See ad p. 50
U8–U18 and Girls U8–U18 a 5-day, all-inclusive soccer experience that challenges, educates and develops each
SCIENCE CAMP WATONKA
player under professional supervision. Enroll into our
570-857-1401, watonka.com
Senior Academy, Junior Academy, Youth Academy
Hawley, PA • ACA accredited
or Goalkeeper Academy. Our facilities include
“We’re a small privately owned
modern dormitories, food service, over six acres
boys sleepaway camp in the
of playing fields, field house, pool, classrooms
Poconos. With 130 campers
and 230-seat auditorium!” See ad p. 52
a unique hands-on program with
electronics,
physics,
chemistry, biology, astronomy, Earth
science,
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and 50 staff, Watonka offers
computers,
robotics, video, and photography. Plus, our elective program includes
TRIPLE C CAMP 293-2529, tripleccamp.com Charlottesville, VA “We serve rising K–10 students with day camp/overnight
option.
Horseback
riding,
daily swims in our two pools, (daily lessons for
crafts, waterfront and sports plus dirt
K–3), Low and hi ropes course, petting zoo, sports,
bikes, trips and amazing ropes course.”
nature, hiking, canoeing, and much more. Transportation,
See ad p. 52
lunches, snacks, ALL included. Everyone will create memories and friendships that far outlast the summer in a safe, fun, traditional environment.” See ad p. 53
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1-888-709-TECH (8324)
Held at UVA, American, William & Mary, and 80+ Universities Ages 7-18 CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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{resources summer camp} Camp Hidden Meadows 1 - 4 Week Sessions ■ Boys & Girls ■ Ages 7-16 -The Oldest Girls’ Camp in the VirginiasEsTabLishEd in 1922
A mAgicAl plAce where girls leArn, Achieve, succeed And mAke friends for life. Horseback Riding • White-Water Rafting • Climbing Tower • Sailing • Sports Mountain Boarding • Canoeing • Backpacking • Swimming • Arts & Crafts • Organic Farm • Mountain Biking Rock Climbing • 1,000 Ft. Zip Line • Performing Arts • Dance & more!
Only Two Hours West of Charlottesville
Celebrating Our 93nd summer! Archery Rifle Dance Drama
Tennis Wild World Canoeing Low Ropes Swimming Arts & Crafts Sports & Fitness Singing
Lewisburg, WV 540-688-2718
1-800-600-4752
camphiddenmeadows.com
info@campalleghany.com / www.campalleghany.com
VIrGInIA women’s soccer 2008 of Excellence Excellence 2014 Soccer Soccer Centers Centers of Spring Break
Youth Center
University of Virginia June 25-29 • Grades 8-12
Episcopal High School, Alexandria, VA July 20-24 • Grades 5-7, 8-12
University of Virginia Direction April 7-11Under • Boys & The Girls Grades 1-6
Graves Mountain Lodge, Syria, VA Of University Virginia June of 16-19 • Grades 4-7 Women’s Soccer Staff and U20 World Cup Champion Advanced Center Advanced Center Head Coach Steve Swanson
Advanced Center
Under The Direction Of University Of Virginia Women’s Head Coach Steve Swanson
Preschool
summer camp
Ages 2 /2 through Pre-K
Ages 3yrs through 6yrs
A gentle, safe and loving atmosphere for young children to begin to explore the world and to prepare for kindergarten.
Sign up by the week or for the whole summer. Creative weekly themes. Private, in-ground wading pool for daily swimming.
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Virginia Women’s Soccer 2004 ACC Champions 2005 NCAA Quarterfinalists 2006 & 2007 Sweet 16
University of Virginia June 26-29 • Girl Grades 7-12
For More Information & To Register, Visit: www.virginiawomenssoccer.com
For Questions, Please Contact Ron Raab: 434-982-5576 • RHR2N@viRgiNia.edu
Advanced Center
Episcopal High School, Alexandria, VA July 23-26 • Girls Grades 5-7, 8-12
Close to Charlottesville, Crozet & UVA
Numerous schedule optioNs
Half Day, Extended Day & Full Day Programs
Discover...
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create...
Have Fun!
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Virginia Women’s Soccer
20 consecutive NCAA Tournament appearances 9 consecutive Sweet 16 appearances 26 consecutive years ranked in the Top 20
For Questions, Please Contact Jaime Frias 775-313-4050 • jef 7r@virginia.edu www.virginiawomenssoccer.com
VIRGINIA WOMEN’S SOCCER: 2014 SOCCER CENTERS OF EXCELLENCE
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7755-313-4050 or 982-5710 virginiawomenssoccer.com Charlottesville or Alexandria, VA “With a knowledgeable & enthusiastic
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staff, a fun-filled environment & a progressive skill-appropriate curriculum, our goal is to make our soccer centers of excellence the most exciting & rewarding experience around. Two camps are available: Advanced Center at UVA June 26–29 for grades 7–12; Advanced Center at Episcopal H.S., Alexandria, VA, July 23-26 for grades 5–7 & 8–12. More info at VirginiaWomensSoccer.com.” See ad p. 56
Driving!
Camp Motorsport www.campmotorsport.com
WOODBERRY FOREST SUMMER CAMPS
™
Summer Camp • Ages 8-16 • Co-Ed
540-672-6044, woodberry.org/summer Woodberry Forest, VA “For more than 40 years, our sports
Clover, Virginia (855) 508-9382
camps have been getting boys outside to play sports they already love or try new ones. Our camps help boys develop or enhance their athletic skills with guidance from Woodberry’s expert coaches. Our environment is warm and supportive, and our facilities — located on 1,200 acres — rival those found at many colleges.” See ad p. 3 YMCA CAMP HANES 336-983-3131, camphanes.org King, NC “YMCA Camp Hanes is committed to ensuring
every
experience
increases
one’s sense of accomplishment, sense of belonging and learning the character traits of respect, responsibility, honesty, faith and caring in a Christian camp environment.
We
offer
Traditional
Camp in week-long sessions and a halfweek ‘mini-camp’ session, adventure/ leadership programs, day camp and a specialty basketball camp.” See ad p. 51
Camp Friendship offers an exceptional overnight summer camp experience with over 40 activities for our campers to choose from on 520 acres of rolling foothills. Our program provides campers with a safe environment where they can be challenged and encouraged to grow as individuals. Friendships are made but most importantly they learn to have fun and try new things within an internationally diverse community
Join Us For a Summer of Fun & Friendship! Nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains in Central Virginia 1.800.873.3223 • www.campfriendship.com Camp Friendship, P.O. Box 145, Palmyra,VA 22963
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Homework Is Kids’ Work
How to Be a Great Homework Helper by Beverly Burmeier
Parents, when it comes to homework, can be uncertain about how much to help. When should they get involved and when should they step back?
The American Academy of Pediatrics says children are more successful in school when parents take an active interest in homework. But when it comes to helping their children with homework, many parents struggle to figure out how much help is appropriate, explains Joyce Epstein, Ph.D., director of the Center on School, Family and Community Partnerships. “Sometimes parents interfere by being too caring and helpful,” says Linda Ladd, Ph.D., chair of Family Sciences at Texas Woman’s University. Instead, parents need to know that “children need to learn study habits that Thinkstock
will last a lifetime,” she says.
WHAT IS A PARENT’S ROLE? This is not to say that parents can’t help their children when needed, but when you’re helping, try to focus on teaching skills that will aid your child across the board: Help him prioritize, create study sheets or even draw up an outline.
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We accommodate the unique needs and creative affinities of each student by providing personalized integrated curricula with a very small student to teacher ratio.
(434) 293.2613
www.parkschoolva.org www.facebook.com/parkschoolva Open Enrollment. Scholarships now available, so we encourage you to apply! The Park School - Grades 5-12 107 W. Market Street Charlottesville, VA 22902
Our location in downtown Charlottesville allows us access to resources and enrichment opportunities the downtown area has to offer and to utilize the community as an experiential classroom. After school tutoring and private music lessons are also available at the school.Our staff is qualified in their respective content areas as well as being caring and compassionate.
PRIVATE SCHOOLS Charlottesville Catholic School 964-0400, cvillecatholic.org Pre-kindergarten-Grade 8 Prepares students to embrace their world through lives of faith, service and leadership. Combines the traditions of Catholic education with contemporary instructional strategies. Curriculum focusing on academics and nurturing Christian values; all faiths welcome. See ad p. 67 Charlottesville Waldorf School 973-4946, cwaldorf.org Early Childhood-Grade 8 A rigorous academic program that incorporates current educational research and provides academic, social and artistic experiences with the aim of developing dynamic, self-reliant and socially responsible adults and cultivating lifelong learners. See ad p. 65 The Covenant School 220-7330, covenantschool.org Pre-kindergarten-Grade 12 Charlottesville’s PK-12 nondenominational Christian liberal arts day school, providing a college-preparatory curriculum for over 500 students, while instilling the virtues of faith, wisdom and love. See ad p. 63
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Free Union Country School 978-1700, freeunioncountryschool.org Preschool-Grade 5 Encouraging active exploration and critical thinking in a country setting with strong parent-school collaboration and an emphasis on art, music and Spanish as well as traditional academic subjects. See ad p. 64
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The Frost Montessori School 979-5223, frostmontessori.com Ages 21 months-6 years A varied curriculum using the Montessori method in a developmentally appropriate learning environment. This promotes knowledge of the world and encourages development of skills needed for growth. See ad p. 62 continued on page 65
Homework reinforces lessons taught in class and teaches children to set short-term goals. They also learn about rewards for achievement and consequences for not meeting goals. If a parent steps in too early or too often, the child simply learns to procrastinate until Mom or Dad takes over to prevent her failure. Parents must establish a “no excuses” policy. Accept only results — whatever is reasonable within the child’s capability — and don’t give in to manipulative behavior (which is learned) such as whining, stalling or even tears.
KNOWING LIMITS You’ll find differing opinions on how much homework is appropriate at various grade levels. For instance, the “10-Minute Rule” supported by the National Education Association suggests that kids should be doing about 10 minutes of homework per night per grade level. In other words, 10 minutes for firstgraders, 20 for second-graders and so on.
Sometimes a parent will say, “I had to help. We had somewhere to be.” If you find that your child doesn’t have enough time to do homework, Ladd suggests you rethink your schedules. Life offers a wealth of good opportunities for children, but parents must limit activities according to the amount of time a
child needs for homework.
Why just learn about scientists, explorers, and artists when you can be one? Making the transition to full-day school is a big step. Our Junior Kindergarten program encourages students to explore their curiosity and creativity while preparing them for the next level in their academic journey. Small class sizes, responsive teachers, respect for the whole child, emphasis on parent partnership, and thoughtfully-designed facilities create a warm and nuturing environment to expand young minds. Come see us in action. Visit us today.
St. Anne’s-Belfield School GRADES PS-12, 5- AND 7-DAY BOARDING IN GRADES 9-12 NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR THE 2014-2015 ACADEMIC YEAR 2132 I V Y R O A D ~ ( 434 ) 296 - 5106 ~ W W W. S TA B. O R G
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The Frost Montessori School
the proper balance of activities (including chores), rest and work. For instance, an elementary student may need a half-hour to “get into” homework, a half-hour to do it and then another half-hour to phase out. You also need to allow your child to experience both positive and negative consequences
without
feeling
guilty
yourself. When your child is about to turn in an incomplete or messy assignment, remember to keep the boundaries you’ve set up for yourself ahead of time. In elementary school, teachers expect a certain amount of parental involvement.
A Classical Christian School
A learning environment for children ages 21 months to 6 years old. call today to schedule a tour!
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Challenging Academics • Grades K-10 Biblical Worldview • Affordable Tuition Small Class Sizes • Team Sports
Every Wednesday is visitation day (434) 293-0633
1553 Delphi Drive
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Charlottesville, VA 22911
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Here
are
appropriate
ways
for
parents to help their children cope with homework. Go to School. Get to know your child’s
teacher, attend
school
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Three Teens Sort of in Love The Valentine’s Day Love Report by Rick Epstein
“Ugh! Get a room!” When my 13-year-old daughter
enough, these brief relationships are conducted almost
catches her parents kissing in the kitchen, she is
entirely by phone and computer.
doubly offended. First, because even mildly physically affectionate
stuff
disconcerts
her,
and
Remember the Giga Pet fad of yesteryear? A
second,
little hand-held computer showed a small beast on
smooching, like getting a tongue pierced, seems
its screen and by pushing various buttons you could
ridiculous and creepy when old people do it.
feed it, play with it or even (virtually) bathe it. Similarly,
Yes, consult any calendar and you’ll find it’s time for the Valentine’s Day Love Report.
Wendy’s relationships depend entirely on electronics and button-pushing. Only rarely do these man-boys
Everyone in our family is in love, or something like it.
materialize — at a dance or for a group movie date. Mercifully, they don’t make house calls. It would make
Our oldest daughter, Marie, 19, is part of a love
switching boyfriends needlessly awkward. I mean, if
triangle. She has two boy pals at college. One of them is
Wendy terminated a boyfriend who was sitting in our
in love with her, but she yearns for the other one. And
living room, she’d have to dispose of the body before
that one is playing hard-to-get. This standoff has been
taking up with his replacement. The logistics are much
giving me peace of mind for almost a year. Of course,
simpler by phone.
I want my daughter to enjoy a mutually
Like the Giga Pet, Wendy is a creature of the
sustaining, loving relationship
computer age. Once, when she was 4, her mother
with a man other than her
pointed out a spectacular sunset. The sky was a
father. I really do. Honest.
dazzling red-orange and the clouds were purple fading
Someday. When she’s
into blue. Little Wendy gasped, “It looks like a screen
Remember the Giga-pet fad of yesteryear? A little hand-held computer showed a small beast on its screen and by pushing various buttons you could feed it, play with it or put it to sleep. Similarly Wendy’s relationships depend entirely upon electronics and button-pushing.
older maybe. Our
saver!” 16-year-
old, Sally, has
With her keyboard and mouse almost like parts
a
of her body, dare I hope that Wendy is so fully adapted
boyfriend, but they
to hi-tech communications that she will continue to
only get together
transact her love life at a safe, sanitary distance? In
once a week and
an age when faxing seems clunky and low-tech, how
they seem merely
gross is a slobbery smooch?! I’m old-fashioned in a lot
chummy. He’s a nice
of ways, but I’m feeling very progressive on this theory.
kid. He and Sally read
That brings us to Betsy and me. After 22 years of
Twilight books to each
marriage, we have everything pretty well worked out.
other (with expression).
Despite the occasional grumbles about forgetting to
Although
his
taste
in
take out the trash, things are going strong.
literature may be girlish, he
In summary, all three teenage daughters are
demonstrates a manly appetite for food
striking some sparks but generating little heat. It’s an
when he comes to dinner. After dealing with finicky,
optimum situation in my view as Dad that I know can’t
girly appetites all these years, it’s pleasant to watch
last, but if parenthood has taught me anything, it this:
him uncritically shovel it in. Not only that, he figured
Savor the moment.
out how to get our new DVD player to work. Meanwhile,
my
13-year-old,
Wendy,
goes
enthusiastically from boyfriend to boyfriend. Happily When not orchestrating the comings and goings of his children, Rick Epstein works for a chain of newspapers.
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