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Dear Friends,
EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Jennifer Bryerton TECHNICAL DIRECTOR Peter D. Bethke SENIOR EDITOR Sarah Pastorek
Squeaky new sneakers, fresh lunch boxes, new crayons … it is an exciting
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time of year for families! While summer was all too short, the back-to-school
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honeymoon is sweet. Sports and afterschool activities don’t start up for a few
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weeks, so we are looking forward to some nice free weekends with everyone home together that will make for great fall daytrips. We have apple picking, the zoo, kayaking and hiking all on our wish list this year. Then, it’s off to the races—the older kids have sports and reports to complete and everyone is ready
We’re fortunate to have a full array of afterschool choices here in from piano and soccer to biology labs and foreign language classes. If your
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to try out martial arts after a couple intro sessions at summer camp, and I’m
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even thinking about finding a family class. I could certainly (ahem) stand to be
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exercising more, though, I confess, I am very nervous. I’ve never been an athlete, and I’m a bit of a clutz. You may remember that I lost my balance standing up from my chair a few years back and broke my foot. Yes, actually broke my foot!
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tips on page 48. There’s all sorts of additional back-to-school tips and solutions throughout this issue. Wishing You and Your Family a Smooth Back-to-School Transition!
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Contents TABLE OF
OUR TOWN
News 4
The Buzz Around Town 6 Would you allow your son to play “dress up” with the girls?
Snapshot 8
LIVING WELL
INSPIRATION
New Mom 20 Baby Talk
Healthy Family 22 Allergy Awareness
Out & About Calendar 12
Prep for back-to-school with tips for ordering your home’s command center (pg. 38), addressing common fears with your child (pg. 48), deciding on the best after school activities for your family (pg. 54) and more.
August Festivals & Events for Families
Tips & Trends 24 Fabulous Finds and Fun
9 Creative Daytrip Ideas for Your Aspiring Pablo Picasso
It’s OK to Be Afraid 48
Editor’s Pick!
Ordering the Home’s Command Center
The Power of Arts & Crafts 42
Waiting at The Bus Stop
Organized Chaos 38
Our Schools 10
Erika Proctor, Mom, Animal Behavior Specialist & Non-Profit Director
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Expert Advice from Locals on Understanding & Overcoming Common Fears
Art, Sports, Music & More 52 How After-School Activities Shaped Me Into A Better Person Outdoor Education 58 How Area Schools Are Incorporating Environmental Learning
RESOURCES
Home & Garden 26 Starting Off Organized
2018 Back-to-School Guide 34
Food & Family 30 Better Dining Out Experiences
Tips & Lists for a Great First Day
After School Activities Guide 54
Sports, Arts & More
UNTIL NEXT TIME 10 Minutes of Quality Time 64 A Dad’s Humorous Tales
26 So Love This! “Having severe allergies to foods myself, it’s great to see we are educating others. I feel it’s important for parents and even kids to understand the signs and severity of all allergies (pg. 22).” — Laura, graphic designer
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CHS Student & His Teacher Selected as Bezos Scholars
Golden Apple Awards Honors Area Teachers Forty teachers from Charlottesville and Albemarle County public and private schools were honored at the Golden Apple Awards, which celebrate excellence in the classroom. Students, parents and community members nominated teachers from all grade levels and disciplines and referred them to a selection committee that designated one winner from each school. Nominees were evaluated on three criteria: their ability to inspire a love of learning in the classroom, to challenge their students to set high expectations for themselves, and to meet the individual needs of their students. In addition, eight winners were randomly selected to receive a $1,000 grant for classroom supplies, professional development or educational programming as a demonstration of an earnest appreciation of all the effort teachers invest to ensure their student’s success.
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Rising senior Cole Fairchild and educator Matt Shields of Charlottesville High School were selected for the 2018 cohort of Bezos Scholars. The pair received the honor amidst what is being identified as the most competitive applicant pool in the Bezos Scholars Program history. This year-long leadership development program allows rising high school seniors and their teachers from public schools to attend the Aspen Ideals Festival before spending the year taking part in virtual trainings and implementing community change projects. Fairchild plans to use his interest in STEM innovation to create a project that will enhance the Charlottesville community by addressing its concerns.
New Student Facility Continues Development The new Albemarle Tech: Center for Creativity and Invention—a high school experience that will allow students to create personal learning programs—opens in the Comdial Building on Route 29 in August for the 2018–2019 academic year. David Glover, formerly of Monticello High School, was selected as the first Head Teacher of the center. The 40,000-square-foot space will house 40 seniors in its inaugural year, with goals of eventually serving up to 150 students. Prior to admittance, students will be assessed on the development of their analytical, creative and critical thinking skills. At one of Virginia’s most forwardthinking learning facilities, Glover and other teachers will encourage projectbased learning and collaboration between students, teachers and mentors.
Charlottesville High School Hosts Engineering Expo
Once again, students in the BACON Club (Best All-Around Club of Nerds) at Charlottesville High School showcased their projects at the school’s Engineering Pathways Night. The expo serves as a platform where students can share their projects and receive feedback from parents and faculty members. Inventions ranged from drones and speakers to homemade data recorders, giving a glimpse into each student’s interests in the field engineering.
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TOWN 97% say “yes” “Sure! People from different times and places have worn lots of different clothes, so dresses are not exclusive to females. I would let him wear skirts and dresses as regular clothes, too, if he wanted.” – Cate, Albemarle County “If my goal is to raise siblings who love being with each other, what kind of message would placing restrictions on their playtime send? And, if my larger goal is to raise empathetic, open-minded and tolerant human beings, then spending some free playtime walking in other people’s shoes seems like a great place to start.” – Trish, Charlottesville mom of two “I encourage my boys to use their imaginations. I don’t see any harm in playing dress up with girls. We have a superhero dress up bucket at our house. Dressing up in costumes is a great way to promote creative play.” – Heather, mom of two boys “Boys and girls need to be allowed to play any games or with any toys, with girls or boys, without gendering them. It is not conducive to a healthy growth to suppress or forbid a child to play with certain toys or games because it is considered by ‘society’ to be only for girls and boys. This is one of the reasons we get toxic masculinity and treating women as property.” – Liz B.
Would you allow your son to play “dress up” with the girls? 3% say “no” “I believe gender roles should be established at an early age.” – C. Morris, Greene mom of one girl & one boy “No, because his sisters and their friends treat him poorly/as their personal toy during activities like dress up, and I do not want my son and his sisters to have a fractured sibling relationship. I try to make sure my son has friends over when his sisters have playdates so that the children can play their own games and my son is not at the mercy of the girls.” – Lisa, Charlottesville mom “I don’t want to send the wrong message to my sons by allowing them to play dress up. The world can be cruel to those they don’t deem ‘fit’ in.” – Mary, Mother of four “I think allowing boys to participate in playing dress up could be okay to a certain age. But, I feel there are other, more advantageous ways we as parents can expose our sons to that would still allow them to utilize their creative thinking and imagination.” – John, dad of three
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Local Residents Show Support In response to families being separated at the U.S. border, Rachel Gendrau and a group of friends hosted a benefit concert titled ”Harmonia” at IX Art Park. The concert featured over a dozen pro bono musical performances and donated proceeds to two local organizations and one national advocate who provides assistance to migrant and immigrant communities. Additionally, area residents opened their homes to host children from New York as a part of the Fresh Air Fund, which encourages inner-city youth to explore the outdoors in more rural environments. The local out-pour of support from both initiatives is a great demonstration of the positive support that continues to spread throughout the community.
Nonprofit Raises Funds for Lab Computers-4-Kids, a Charlottesville nonprofit that provides computer access to lowincome youth, held a fundraiser for a new engineering and robotics lab. The fundraiser took place at Live Arts during Charlottesville’s inaugural ‘DisuptHR’ networking event, which saw area leaders deliver talks about the future of business and networking. Computers-4-Kids plans to use the new lab to provide cutting edge technology in order to foster real-world applications. Since its founding nearly two decades ago, the non-profit has worked tirelessly to extend its services in efforts to establish reliable computer access throughout the community.
Albemarle Boy Scouts Become Eagle Scouts
In support of the events of last August, a Charlottesville Girl Scout Troop has begun a buddy bench project aimed to fostering a sense of solidarity
A pinning ceremony at Grace Episcopal Church saw four Boy Scouts from Troop 111 officially become Eagle Scouts. The Albemarle County troop awarded four members the honor simultaneously, as the rigorous requirements make the achievement incredibly selective. Among
and facilitating community healing. Girls from troop 3080 plan to install a bench outside of every Charlottesville elementary school, each painted purple in honor of Heather Heyer. Each bench will also have an engraving of an inspirational quote from a civil rights leader or a quote about friendship in an effort to inspire hope and understanding. Johnson Elementary held a dedication ceremony for the project, which was the first step of the girls’ journey towards achieving silver awards. Plans to install benches outside of Greenbrier and Burnley-Moran are underway.
the many requirements to become an Eagle Scout, Boy Scouts must first hold a leadership position for a prolonged period of time as well as implement a service project in order to earn the rank of Eagle Scout. The scouts have a great deal to celebrate and can now formally recognize their hard work and dedication.
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Erika Proctor Mom, Animal Behavior Specialist & Non-Profit Director
For Erika Proctor, founder of Green Dogs Unleashed (GDU) Rescue, all it took was one special puppy. Founded in 2013, GDU has grown into a non-profit organization with dozens of life-saving volunteers that focuses on rescue, rehab, placement and training of special needs animals. Proctor, an Animal Behavior Specialist, began this work when she watched a driver throw a beautiful white Great Dane puppy out of his truck. After having a veterinarian confirm the puppy [now known as Serendipidy] was both deaf and blind, Proctor and her family took the puppy in. Through patience, positive reinforcement training, socialization and unwavering love, Serendipidy is now a happy and healthy family dog. What are the best part about your job? The best part of what I do is really three-fold. Saving animals in need, especially those with special needs, is a calling. Being able to help guide and mold them into amazing family members, and to teach them and our community that being different is just as amazing as being “typical.” Seeing them thrive is what keeps me going. As an animal behavior specialist, I also get to help other humans and dogs build a lasting lifetime bond and ensure long-term adoption success. Some of my most cherished moments, though, are taking a dog from a shelter and training it into a therapy animal, and seeing the joy and comfort these animals are able to bring to those who need them. What advice do you have for parents and their child who is aspiring to help others through their careers? Keep going. Nothing is easy, and if it is, you aren’t trying hard enough. And, follow your heart because it is the only thing that won’t lead you astray. For parents, love your child for who they are not who you want them to be. I’m sure my parents did not expect me to be the Director of a non-profit animal rescue and Animal
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Behavior Specialists. They had different ideas of “success,” but they could not be more proud of what I do now and who I have become. Having supportive parents who love you for you is the most important thing a child can have. What helps you keep on top of life and work obligations? Asking for help when I need it. It doesn’t come naturally, but GDU has the most amazing volunteers that truly step up when needed. Being able to count on them has been priceless. What is one practice you’ve put in place to get quality time with your family/ friends? Time is so precious, and animal rescue doesn’t take vacations. Scheduling tech-free time is key but tough to stick to when a phone call means life or death for an animal. If you had a 25-hour day, what would you do with an extra hour? Read in bed with all of my tiny humans. They often have to put life aside because of what I do, and they are the most incredible people I know. They are my inspiration. What is one thing your parents did well that you try to incorporate into your parenting? They instilled a solid understanding of financial responsibility. Without that, our organization would not function. I try to teach my own kids the importance of saving, planning and working hard to earn what you need and want.
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Waiting at The Bus Stop the
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bus stop” also brings associations of cold mornings, sleepy kids and families hurrying to the corner. For Charlottesville City School elementary families, it also can mean healthy snacks, free children’s books and flyers that give families tips on everything from the benefits of reading with your child to the importance of healthy sleep habits. Thanks to the new “Bus Stop Meet and Greets” initiated by Velvet Coleman, Charlottesville’s new family engagement coordinator, area families are able to get more from the typical “bus stop.” “Strong relationships between families, schools and our community benefit us all,” says Coleman, a former Greenbrier Elementary teacher whose full-time mission now is to promote connection between family and schools. “When students see me in their schools and in their community, they now recognize me. This helps build relationships.” For decades, researchers have studied the correlations between student academic success and family engagement, citing a variety of positive outcomes. “We have 50 years of research showing that what families do matters,” writes Harvard researcher Dr. Karen Mapp, who has been instrumental in establishing a national framework for
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“Whether it’s loving school, college access, good attendance or academic success, family engagement has positive correlations with all sorts of indicators.” In Charlottesville, Coleman is using a wide variety of strategies to empower families to help their children grow. Outreach efforts include her bus stop visits, along with school visits, oneon-one meetings and community workshops with partners like ReadyKids and City of Promise. The “top 4” tips that Coleman offers all her elementary families include: assuring students attend school daily, setting a bedtime and sticking to it, reading daily, and checking backpacks and folders regularly. Some of the most frequently asked questions, include: “What types of questions should I ask during parentteacher conferences;” “How can I establish positive routines at home;” “How do I get started as a school volunteer;” or “What’s a good model for ‘home teaching’ or helping a child study to strengthen math skills or reading comprehension.” If you are in need of being coached, Coleman can make suggestions, recommend resources and offer encouragement. She is available to all Charlottesville families for workshops or individual meetings, and can be reached at familyengagement@ charlottesvilleschools.org.
Krissy is the Community Relations Liaison for Charlottesville City Schools. She can be reached at goodnews@charlottesvilleschools.org.
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Special Olympics athletes Jon Fried of Crozet and Chris Raupp of Charlottesville joined 44 other Special Olympics Virginia athletes to compete in this year’s Special Olympics USA Games in Seattle, Wash. Fried, who has played basketball, soccer and tennis, and Raupp, who has played soccer, basketball, tennis and golf, were accompanied by two local coaches, Ron Manilla of Charlottesville and Rose Ann Gama of Ruckersville. At this year’s games, Fried won bronze in the tennis singles, while Raupp won silver in singles. The pair also won a gold together in doubles. Fried has previously won gold in tennis at the 1985 Special Olympics World Games and was named the Virginia Athlete of the Year in 1994. Raupp has also previously won silver in tennis singles and gold in mixed doubles at the 2006 Special Olympics USA games. The 2018 Special Olympics USA Games celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Special Olympics and welcomed more than 4,000 athletes from across the country to compete in both individual and team Olympic sports. Because of this special anniversary, this year’s games underscored the Special Olympics’ dedication to enhancing health, education and community while endorsing inclusion and diversity in sport.
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Now–August 5 at Wintergreen Resort Park Enjoy a variety of concerts, cooking classes and seminars at neighborhood venues. 434-361-0541, wintergreenperformingarts.org
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Shenandoah Valley Music Festival
Now–September 2 at Shrine Mont Camp & Conference Center, Orkney Springs One of the mid-Atlantic region’s longestrunning outdoor music events, with world-class music by a stellar array of performers. 540-459-3396, musicfest.org
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BLM Bull & Rodeo
Now–September 8, Second Saturdays, 6pm at Oakland Heights Farm, Gordonsville Enjoy live music, mutton busting and ladies barrel racing with vendors and food concessions benefiting the Gordonsville Fire Department. 540-222-1824, sites.google.com/view/oaklandheightsfarm/
Orchard Jams
Now–September, Final Fridays, 6–9pm at Chiles Orchard, Crozet Relax with live music and food in the Peach Tree Courtyard while playing cornhole and other lawn games. Music begins at 6pm. 434-823-1583, chilespeachorchard.com
Floating Lantern Festival
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August 1, 5–10pm at Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden Enjoy acoustic ensembles throughout the Garden before writing a wish on an origami boat and launching floating lanterns. 804-262-9887, lewisginter.org
3rd Annual Night Sky Festival
August 10–12 at Locations throughout Shenandoah National Park Enjoy guest NPS Ranger Programs and presentations by astronomy experts before viewing the captivating night skies that Shenandoah National Park protects. 877-847-1919, goshenandoah.com
Green Valley Book Fair Fredericksburg Agricultural Fair
August 3–5 at Fredericksburg Fairgrounds Enjoy the oldest fair in the United States. Celebrate traditional fair events, contests, entertainment and food for the whole family. 540-373-1294, fredericksburgfair.org
August 11–September 3 at 2192 Green Valley Ln., Mt. Crawford Expand your home library with the huge selection of books up to 90% off retail prices. 800-385-0099, gobookfair.com
35th Annual Carytown Watermelon Festival
Toy Train Show Extravaganza!
August 4, 9am–3pm at East Rivanna Fire Hall Fun for the whole family with over 70 vendor tables, raffle prizes and more. Free for children 12 and under. 434-981-5924, vatraincollectors.com
August 12, 10am–6pm at West Cary St., Richmond Big bands, jugglers and folk acts entertain on five outdoor stages with over 50 scheduled performances and over 100 street vendors. 804-304-6870, carytownrva.com
2nd Annual Charlottesville Day
Fluvanna County Fair
August 4, 10am–4pm at IX Art Park Bring the family for art, food trucks, culture, vendors, live entertainment, games and more. 240-606-7169, ixartpark.com
August 15–18 at Pleasant Grove Park, Palmyra Fair foods, competitions, 4-H livestock show, equine trials, free entertainment on the Park Stage and much more. 434-842-3150, facebook.com/FluvannaCountyFair
34th Annual Homemade Peach Ice Cream Days
Vegetable Festival Square Dance
August 4 & 5 at Chiles Peach Orchard Join the Crozet Lions Club for homemade peach ice cream. Proceeds will go towards the Crozet and Western Albemarle communities. 434-823-1583, chilesfamilyorchards.com
August 17, 7:30–10pm at Rockfish Valley Volunteer Fire Department, Afton Live square dance caller and refreshments in an air-conditioned facility. 434-361-2470, sites.google.com/site/grandsqsofnelson
Sounds of Summer
August 18, 6–8pm at Belmont Park & Azalea Park Free community celebration with live music, fun and free food as long as supplies last. 434-970-3260, charlottesville.org
4th Annual Riverfront Chalk Festival & Art Contest
August 25, 10am–2pm at Amazement Square Enjoy live music, food trucks and activities. Help transform the downtown parking lot into an open-air gallery lined with colorful works of art. 434-845-1888, amazementsquare.org
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August 25–September 1 at 300 Fairground Road, Woodstock Enjoy tractor pulls, demo derbies, concerts, Monster Truck show, drag races, alligator show, rides and more. 540-459-3867, shencofair.com
Picnic on the Patio
August 26 & September 23, 12–4pm at Tavern on the Green, Zion Crossroads A carnival atmosphere featuring cornhole, volleyball, a bounce house and more. You can bring your own lawn chairs or blanket to picnic. 540-832-0779, tavernatspringcreek.com
MARKETS & BAZAARS Featured Farmer Fridays
Now–September 8, 11am–5pm at Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards, North Garden 434-202-8063, pippinhillfarm.com
Madison Farmers Market
Now–September 29, Saturdays, 8am–12pm at Madison County Volunteer Fire Company 540-948-6882, madisonfarmersmarket.info
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Albemarle Farmers Market
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Now–October, Wednesdays, 3–7pm at Meade Park 434-970-3371, charlottesville.org
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3023 ALBERENE CHURCH LANE • $499,000 Thoughtful one-level living with open living area flooded with natural light. 2 master suites. Spiral stair to the terrace level with expansive great room. Designed by Fred Oesch with optimal energy efficiency & sustainability including geothermal heat. Rebecca White (434) 531-5097. MLS# 576055
City Market
Now–October, Saturdays, 7am–12pm at Second and Water Street parking lots 434-970-3371, charlottesville.org
Scottsville Community Farmers Market Now–November 3, Saturdays, 8am–12pm at Scottsville Pavilion 434-286-9267, scottsvillefarmersmarket.org
PICK YOUR OWN *Be sure to call ahead!
U-Pick Blackberry Season 2018
Now–August 5, 9am–5pm at Hill Top Berry Farm and Winery 434-361-1266, hilltopberrywine.com
Pick Your Own Blackberries
Now–August, 10am–5pm Saturdays, 12–4pm Sundays at Dickie Brothers Orchard 434-277-5516, dickiebros.com
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Now–mid-September, 9am–6pm Mondays– Saturdays, 10am–5pm Sundays (through August 25) at Carter Mountain Orchard 434-977-1833, cartermountainorchard.com
Henley’s Orchard
Now–mid-October, 9am–5pm Mondays– Saturdays, 1–5pm Sundays at Henley’s Orchard, Crozet 434-823-7848, henleysorchard.com
Pick Your Own at Hartland Orchard Now–November 1 at Hartland Orchard 540-364-2316, hartlandorchard.com
Pick Your Own Apples
Now–Early November, 10am–5pm at Dickie Brothers Orchard 434-277-5516, dickiebrothers.com
Carter Mountain Orchard Pick-Your-Own Now–November at Carter Mountain Orchard 434-977-1833, chilesfamilyorchards.com
Pick Your Own at Chiles Peach Orchard
Now–November at Chiles Peach Orchard 434-823-1583, chilesfamilyorchards.com
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August, Sundays, 5–7pm at the Frontier Culture Museum, Staunton Celebrate the influence of musical roots genres in a casual environment with dinner theater seating and food & beverage vendors. 540-903-3613, frontiermuseum.org
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August 2, 4pm at Northside Library Curtis Blues will bring history to life by playing instruments from all over the world and exploring how that history still influences music today. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Charlottesville Opera Presents Into the Woods
August 2, 4 & 5 at The Paramount Theater Charlottesville Opera presents Stephen Sondheim’s Into the Woods, which weaves together the stories of several fairytales. Enjoy a special one-hour family performance on August 5. 434-293-4500, charlottesvilleopera.org
Pirates of Penzance
August 2–5, 7pm at Aldersgate United Methodist Church This funny family-friendly original adaptation will feature select songs from the Gilbert and Sullivan musical. 434-973-5806, YOU CAN HELP! blackboxplayers.com
Music From Around the World Rocks
August 10, 10:30–11:15am at Gordon Avenue Library Sing and dance with Jay Sand in this highenergy concert featuring music from several continents and in nearly a dozen different languages. YOU CAN 434-296-5544, jmrl.org HELP!
Community Sing-Out
August 12, 4pm at IX Art Park Mount Zion First African Baptist Church will distribute sheet music for an informal rehearsal at the church at 2pm before the sing-out takes place at IX at 4pm. 434-265-5594, cvillesingout.org
Tuesday Tunes With The Pollocks
August 14, 6–9pm at James Monroe’s Highland Bring the family and a picnic for a sunset concert at the home of James Monroe. Local food and beverage vendors will be on-site. 434-293-8000, highland.org
Silver Screen Saturdays
August 18, 2–3:30pm at Northside Library A free screening of Guardians of the Galaxy (PG-13). 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Red Yarn at C’ville Family Jams
August 19, 4–7pm at Fry’s Spring Beach Club Enjoy FSBC’s pools, grounds and cafe before Red Yarn (aka singer Andy Furgeson) performs at 5pm to benefit Barrett Early Learning Center. 434-296-4181, frysspring.org
Little Miss Ann at C’ville Family Jams
August 26, 4–7pm at Fry’s Spring Beach Club Join award-winning kids’ musician Ann Torralba for a performance benefiting the Virginia Discovery Museum. 434-296-4181, frysspring.org
Fridays After Five: C’Ville’s Purple Allstars – Tribute to Prince
August 31, 5:30pm at Sprint Pavilion Enjoy a tribute to cultural phenomenon, Prince. 877-272-8849, sprintpavilion.com
from any library branch or download it from the JMRL website and complete the challenges to earn prizes. jmrl.org
Dreamtime: Tales From Down Under
August 1, 10–11am at Crozet Library Experience the magic of stories from the Australian Dreamtime with the Barefoot Puppet Theatre. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
Pagemasters Book Club
August 1, 5–5:45pm at Northside Library A 45-minute session of chatting about books, snacks and a fun activity. Ages 10–12. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Language Fun for Special Littles
August 1 & 2, 9–9:30am at Virginia Discovery Museum Pre-schoolers with special needs can sing, take turns, play with toys, practice greeting new friends and enjoy storytime with this free program. Pre-required registration. 434-977-1025, vadm.org
SPCA Paws to Read
STORYTIMES & GAMES
August 6, 2–3pm at Crozet Library Sign up for a 15-minute appointment and bring a favorite book to read to Abby, a registered therapy animal. Registration required. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
Summer Reading Challenge
Now–August 31 at All JMRL branches All ages are invited to pick up a challenge sheet
Come Play in the Hay!
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{our town calendar} LEGO at the Library
August 7, 2–3pm at Crozet Library Join other master builders for an hour of openended block building fun. Registration required. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
Bilingual Storytime: La hora de los cuentos
August 7, 3–3:30pm at Gordon Avenue Library Enjoy listening to stories, rhymes and songs in both Spanish and English. Recommended grades K–2. Registration required. 434-296-5544, jmrl.org
Book Bugs Book Group
August 9, 4–4:45pm at Northside Library Enjoy snacks while chatting about books and take part in a fun activity. Grades 3–4. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Tech Encounters for Curious Kids
August 15, 4–5pm at Central Library Play with hands-on technology in a fun and creative environment. Registration is recommended. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
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Zap!: Graphic Novel Discussion
August 18, 2–3pm at Central Library Caregivers and kids ages 8–9 devour a provided graphic novel together, then enjoy snacks, activities and dynamic discussion. Registration required. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
Book Batch: Book Discussion for 5th & 6th Graders
August 27, 3:30–4:30pm at Gordon Avenue Library Read and discuss great books, and enjoy a batch of cookies and snacks. Registration required. Free copies of the book provided. 434-296-5544, jmrl.org
ARTS & CRAFTS Family Art Drop-In
August 3, 2–3:30pm at Northside Library Decorate your door with your own fabulous foam doorknob hanger. All materials provided. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Kids Club: Kawaii Backpack Tags
August 4, 10am–12pm at Michaels Arts & Crafts Kids get to make kawaii backpack tag crafts while you shop. 434-971-1072, michaels.com
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August 6, 4–5pm at Central Library Bust out your building moves and get your designs to spring up into structures. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
Fairy Houses
August 7, 4–5pm & 6:30–7:30pm at Northside Library Use mosses, sticks, acorns and other natural
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materials to create a little dwelling for the fairy living in your house or garden. A child must sign up with an adult to build a house together. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Kawaii Crafts
August 8, 10am–12pm at Central Library Crafting for ages 10 and up. Beginners and pros alike can learn a new craft each month, each with a delightfully cute DIY theme. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
Let’s Go Cook
August 9, 9:30–11:30am at Monticello Young cooks and their favorite grownups will harvest fruits and vegetables from the Monticello gardens and then help prepare recipes. 434-984-9800, monticello.org
Kids Club: Back-to-School Crafts
August 11, 10am–12pm at Michael’s Arts & Crafts Let the kids make back-to-school crafts while you shop. 434-971-1072, michaels.com
Be a Slimentist
August 13, 2:30–3:15pm at Northside Library Make slime at the library. All materials provided. Ages 7–11. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Night at the Museum
August 16 at Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection Explore the exhibitions after hours and enjoy food, libations, live music and a Kids’ Zone with Australian-themed children’s activities. 434-244-0234, kluge-ruhe.org
It’s Bin Fun: Sensory Play for Infants and Toddlers
August 24, 10:30–11:30am at Crozet Library Captivate your little scientist with open-ended, child-led play which engages the senses. Things will get messy, so dress appropriately. Ages 6–35 months. Registration requested. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
American Girl Tea with Elizabeth Monroe
August 25, 10:30am–12pm at James Monroe’s Highland Bring your American Girl doll and a picnic blanket to enjoy craft activities, American Girl trivia, and tea and refreshments with Elizabeth Monroe. Participants must be accompanied by an adult. 434-293-8000, highland.org
NATURE & OUTDOORS Sunset Music Series
August 2, 16 & 30, 5–9pm at Castle Hill Cider Enjoy live music, local food trucks, bocce ball, cornhole, disk golf and other lawn games. 434-296-0047, castlehillcider.com
First Fridays Under the Stars
August 3, 8pm at Ivy Creek Natural Area Learn about the stars and other celestial objects. Use the Charlottesville Astronomical Society’s telescope or bring your own. 434-973-7772, ivycreekfoundation.org
Sunday Sundowns
August 5, 4–7pm at Washington Park Pool Join in an afternoon of fun, with a cookout, music, games and free swimming at Washington Park Pool. 434-970-3260, charlottesville.org
Kids on the Farm
August 7 & 14, 10:30am at Saunders Brothers Farm Market Bring your kids to the farm for a special activity each Tuesday. 434-277-5455, saundersbrothersfarmmarket.com
Who’s Awake? A Family Night Hike
August 10, 7:30–9:30pm at Maymont Nature Center Meet some of Maymont’s nighttime residents and learn about their adaptations through experiments, games and a hike. Ages 4 & older; adult must accompany children 15 & under. 804-358-7168, maymont.org
Dig It! Montpelier Archaeology Tour August 18, September 15 & October 27, 1–2pm at James Madison’s Montpelier See sites that have been located by the archaeology department and explore the excavations and analysis being conducted. 540-672-2728 x 450, montpelier.org
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Be BOLD 5K Trail
August 4, 9am at Bold Rock Cidery Mostly a grassy trail with short stints on gravel and pavement. Walker and fido-friendly, and all-terrain strollers are welcome. Enjoy food and live music after. corkscrewracing.com
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End-of-Summer Dance Party
August 16, 4:30–5:15pm at Northside Library Put on your dancing shoes and celebrate the end of summer. All ages invited. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Face the Forest 5K Obstacle Course Race
August 18, 7:30am–12pm at Thomas Jefferson’s Poplar Forest Take on a 3.1-mile obstacle race through Jefferson’s Poplar Forest plantation encountering obstacles along the way. 434-525-1806, poplarforest.org
Spanish Moves With Ali
August 20, 1pm at Central Library This bilingual session will get kids moving while learning Spanish and enjoying stories and rhymes. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
Saturday, August 25 7am–12noon
ACAC Adventure Central 200 Four Seasons Drive, Charlottesville
The Ishan Gala Foundation invites you to come have a blast at the best end-of-summer party in town —Splash for a Cure: 5K Race and Pool Party! There will be family fun for all ages with our family friendly 5K walk/run, slip-sliding waterpark fun, fun games, and great food. The Ishan Gala Foundation provides programs to support families during their fight against children’s cancer. Learn more about IGF’s mission at www.ishangala.org. Come run, walk, or waddle to CHANGE THE FUTURE FOR CHILDREN FIGHTING CANCER.
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August 25, 7am–12pm YOU CAN HELP! at ACAC Adventure Central Participate in a family friendly 5K race and pool party, which includes slip-sliding waterpark fun, entertainment and great food to raise money and awareness for childhood cancer neuroblastoma. CharlottesvilleFamily is a proud sponsor! 434-234-4644, ishangala.org
MAD Run 4 Miler
YOU CAN August 25, 7:30am HELP! at Hebron Lutheran Church, Madison The Madison Running Club’s fundraiser for the UVA Breast Care Center & MESA offers a kid’s MAD Dash free for kids 10 and under. To register kids, email madrun4miler@gmail.com. madrun4miler.com
Family Scavenger Hunt
August 25, 10am–12pm at Maymont, Richmond Explore Maymont’s 100 acres in a familyfriendly scavenger hunt. Different difficulty levels available. Ages 4 and up. Register online. 804-358-7168, maymont.org
ESPECIALLY FOR TEENS Try Podcasting
August 1, 6:30–7:30pm at Northside Library Learn how to get started podcasting with only an iPad. Ages 16+. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
End of Summer Party: Childhood Throwback
August 3, 6:30–8pm at Crozet Library Relive your childhood memories at this afterhours end-of-summer party hosted by the Teen Advisory Board. Grades 6–12. Registration required. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
Camp-In
August 3, 7–8pm at Gordon Avenue Library Hike into the children’s room woods after hours to pitch a tent, make s’mores snacks and read away. Teens 12 and up can sign up to be Campin Counselors. 434-296-5544, jmrl.org
Upcycled Cosplay Competition
August 4, 2–3pm at Central Library Create and don costumes from an array of offered materials. Registration required. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
Self Defense for Teens
August 11, 3–4pm at Northside Library UpLevel Martial Arts Charlottesville will teach you the basics of self-defense. Participants under 18 require a waiver signed by an adult. Ages 11–17. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
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Shibori Dye
August 13, 6:30–8pm at Northside Library Learn shibori, an ancient Japanese dyeing technique from the 8th century that uses indigo dye. Ages 11–18. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
Books Around the World
August 15, 4–5:30pm at Northside Library Explore a different culture by reading books based in African folklore. Ages 11–18. Registration required. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
ESPECIALLY FOR PARENTS
DATE NIGHT Meditative Art Tours
Sales Tax Holiday: School Supplies & Clothing
August 3–5 Purchases of certain school supplies, clothing and footwear will be exempt from the Virginia sales tax. tax.virginia.gov
Date Night Drop Off
August 17, 6–7:30pm at Central Library Compete with your friends in some of your favorite childhood board games, jumbo-ified. 434-979-7151, jmrl.org
August 10 & 24, 5:30–8:30pm at the Virginia Discovery Museum Let the Virginia Discovery Museum watch the kids while you enjoy some much-deserved time to yourselves. Recommended for ages 3–10. Reservations required. 434-977-1025, vadm.org
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After Hours: Big Games
August 20, 2:30–4pm at Crozet Library Hang out with other middle schoolers as you customize your school gear. 434-823-4050, jmrl.org
Game Night: Summer Edition
August 21, 6:30–8pm at Northside Library Enjoy a night of board games, Wii U, Xbox Kinect and snacks. Registration is recommended. Grades 6–12. 434-973-7893, jmrl.org
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August 22, Wednesday CharlottesvilleFamily wishes everyone a great first day of school!
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Municipal Band Summer Concert
August 14, 7:30pm at Martin Luther King Performing Arts Center Guest artists include the Cville Singers and strings from the Front Porch Roots Music School. A musical instrument petting zoo for kids begins at 7pm. 434-295-9850, cvilleband.org
Tour The Paramount Theater
August 11, 9–11am at Our Neighborhood Child Development Center A class for families who are just beginning their journey into respectful parenting that reviews the basics of attachment, brain development and the parent’s role in a respectful model. 434-202-8639, ourneighborhoodcdc.com
First Day of School
August 11 & 23 at The Fralin Museum of Art at UVA Enjoy an exploration of art through a variety of meditative practices. 434-243-2050, uvafralinartmuseum.virginia.edu
August 16 & 25 at The Paramount Theater A historical backstage tour where you can learn about The Paramount’s beginnings in 1931, see the backstage Wall of Fame and more. Ivy Publications is a proud sponsor! 434-979-1333, theparamount.net
Hope’s Legacy 10th Anniversary Party
August 18, 6:30pm at Barn at Turkey Ridge Come for a fun Denim & Diamonds-themed night that includes heavy hors d’oeuvres, a silent auction and raffle, music and a photo booth. 434-989-2949, hopeslegacy.com
2018 Summer ConCert
Our 96th Season!
Tuesday, August 14 | 7:30pm at MLKPAC
2018 Fall ConCert Sunday, October 14 | 3:30pm at PVCC Dickinson Auditorium Stephen R. Layman, Music Director
Ninety-Second Summer Season Stephen R. Layman, Music Director at the
All concerts are FREE and open to the public. Seating is General Admission.
Soundtrack of the Community since 1922
Ninety-Second Summer Season Paramount Theater
Tues. 6/3 8:00 p.m.
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Tues. 6/17 8:00 p.m.
Guest Artists: U.S Army Chorus
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Music from Stage and Screen
7/29 8:00 p.m.Guest Artists: Family Tues. 6/17 8:00Tues.p.m. U.SNight Army Chorus Gary Fagan, guest conductor from Washington D.C. Tues. 8/12 8:00 p.m.
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Baby Talk
The Benefits of Baby Signing
New Mom
Babies develop at warp speed. In the early weeks, they haven’t mastered control of their hands and can accidentally scratch their faces with their tiny nails. As they begin to develop, though, infants have the capability to learn to communicate using sign language before they develop spoken language. Teaching infants how to sign has many benefits. Anecdotal evidence and some studies suggest that signing enables babies to communicate at an earlier age. This in turn can reduce the frustration they experience in their daily lives and may lead to better behavior. While research is still ongoing, other benefits and advantages to teaching sign language have been identified as boosts in brain development and communication, earlier reading habits and even increased verbal ability. The ability to communicate with one’s child is a boon not only to babies but also to their caregivers. A lot of early parenthood is frustratingly imprecise because babies can’t respond to questions like “are you hungry,” and “what’s wrong?” Signing can take away at least some of the guesswork and reduce stress by Whitney Woollerton Morrill for both parents and child. Baby signing is also a wonderful, tactile way for parents to interact and bond with their infants. A helpful resource for baby signing is the website babysignlanguage.com where parents can find helpful suggestions such as those below for getting started. Have fun with your baby. Enthusiasm is catching, so be playful, joyous and lively as you teach signing and you will engage your baby’s attention. Prance around, make funny faces and be dramatic. At the least, your baby will reward you with her cackles and funny expressions as she takes you in. With time and practice, she may also learn the sign. Set the stage. What daily activities does your infant like best? These are great times to teach signing. Doing so not only caters to his intrinsic interests, but also creates an association between fun and signing. Vive le word cloud. Start with the greatest word hits, such as mom, dad, milk, more, dog and eat. When you’re For a printable sign language with baby during her favorite activities, teach relevant chart, flash cards and terms like swing, tree and flower. more, be sure to check out Protect the learning bubble. The best time for baby to babysignlanguage.com. learn signing is when he’s rested, fed and receptive. Free your learning time together from digital distractions, such as smart phones and televisions. Position yourself squarely in front of him so he can really see you, and listen to his cues. Certain times and days will be a better fit than others, so be flexible as you learn together. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and Mayo clinic websites offer these additional guidelines for teaching babies sign language. Focus on progress, not perfection. A good age to introduce signing is between 6–8 months. Some babies may take to it right away, while others may not. Enjoy the process with baby, and celebrate progress when it comes. Remember that all learning experiences with baby come down to modeling. Focus on being present, enthusiastic, tolerant, patient and persistent. It may take scores of repetition before a breakthrough comes, but that’s okay. Show your little one that you’re in it with her, regardless of the outcome. What’s the sign for love again?
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Allergy Awareness Types & Causes, Plus How to Keep Them Safe
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Allergies are important. According to Dr. Amy Brown, a pediatrician at the University of Virginia Children’s Hospital, “Allergies can lead to serious reactions. Knowing what to do in an emergency could save a life.” What causes allergies? Allergies are the result of an overactive immune system. With allergies, the immune system is attacking something that doesn’t cause a disease. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, allergies are the most common chronic condition in the U.S., affecting more than 50 million people. If you have allergies, your kids are likely to as well, especially if they or someone in the family has asthma or eczema. Types of allergies. Allergies generally fall into one of three categories: food, drug or environmental. “Typical food allergies can develop within the first year of life—even as early as 4–6 months of age,” says Brown. The most common food by Katharine Paljug allergens are milk, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, eggs, fish and shellfish, though any food can trigger a reaction. Children can grow out of food allergies, but those to peanuts, fish, tree nuts and shellfish are usually life-long. Drug allergies usually appear during the first encounter with medicine. An allergy to one medicine within a drug family often indicates an allergy to related drugs. Allergies to environmental triggers, “Such as dust mites, dander and mold take longer to show,” says Brown. “Seasonal allergies to things such as pollen, grasses and weeds often take living through at least two full seasons.” Can allergies be prevented? Several studies have found that early exposure to some allergens may help prevent allergies. Early introduction should only be done on the advice of a pediatrician and after infants start solids. In the 2016 journal Pediatrics, researchers found children who suck their thumbs or bite their nails were less likely to show sensitivity to common allergens. Symptoms of allergies. Environmental triggers like pollen or dander may cause a runny nose, along with watery and itchy eyes, and signs of headache or fatigue. Medication allergies typically progress by delayed, less severe reactions, often causing rashes on the face, torso, arms and legs. Immediate To learn additional tips and reactions to medications are more dangerous. These often advice on handling allergies, cause hives and itching, or mouth and throat swelling, which visit the American Academy may lead to trouble breathing, known as anaphylaxis. Allergic of Pediatrics at aap.org. reactions to food often affect the mouth, throat, stomach and gastrointestinal system. “These reactions may start with hives but can also cause vomiting, stomach cramping and diarrhea. Occasionally they can lead to life-threatening reactions such as anaphylaxis.” Responding to allergic reactions. “The first and most important step is to identify signs of anaphylaxis,” says Brown. Call 911 immediately if someone shows signs of: difficulty breathing; throat tightening; lip or face swelling; recurring vomiting or diarrhea; and light-headedness or fainting. If a child has an EpiPen, administer it immediately while waiting for help. For reactions like rashes, give over-the-counter medication starting at age 2. “Antihistamines and intranasal steroid sprays can be used to manage seasonal and environmental allergies,” says Brown. Remember, millions live fully with them, and so can your child.
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Katharine is a freelance writer, Bloom’s Family Health Editor and mother to one busy toddler. You can see more of her work at www.katharine-writes.com.
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{living well tips & trends} Educated
In keeping with the back-to-school spirit this month, Tara Westover’s critically acclaimed memoir Education is a definite add to your must-read list. The book details Westover’s challenging childhood and her decision to work toward a new life that she could call her own while still attached to her previous one. Available for $19.40 at Barnes & Noble.
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Post-Summer Refresh Summer can leave your body and mind feeling sun-soaked and tired. Here are some ways to refresh after spending extra time outdoors: 1. Load Up on Fresh Foods. Summer offers some of the most delicious fruits and vegetables of the year. Join a local CSA or visit the area farmers markets to load up on nourishing summer fare. 2. Fill Up Your Water Bottle. Drinking more water helps just
about everything. Consider a bottle that infuses fruit at the bottom for extra flavor and aim to keep sipping all day. 3. Cool Off. Try keeping cooling eye masks and facemasks in your refrigerator. After your time in the sun, treat yourself to the soothing sensation.
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“Be kinder to yourself. And then let your kindness flood the world”
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“Organizing is what you do before you do something, so that when you do it, it is not all mixed up.” – A.A. Milne
Starting Off Organized
words by Becky Calvert
The return of the big yellow angel, aka the school bus, and the start of the new school year tends to bring about more resolutions from parents than the turn of the calendar year. It’s an opportunity to start fresh and organized for the coming days ahead. With just a little bit of planning now, it will be easier to stay on top of lunches, growing children and getting out the door in the morning with minimal fuss in the coming months. Mornings can be a struggle even for the best of us. Having a dedicated spot for coats, backpacks, shoes and keys by the door for each family member—even just a simple row of hooks—can help make the morning flow a little smoother. Taking a few minutes each evening to ensure all the gear you’ll need in the morning is laid out can alleviate those rushed, panicked searches in the morning for missing items. For the kitchen, consider a lunch packing station, such as a shelf in the pantry or a section of the cabinets that are
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kid level. This dedicated spot for lunch bags as well as the various containers, snack bags and water bottles that go in them will give you the opportunity to teach kids how to pack their own lunch every night before bed. The same goes for refrigerator space; keeping lunch items in one spot makes it easier to grab while also knowing when you are running low on snacks and supplies. In the bedroom, back-to-school season is a great time to purge kids’ clothes that no longer fit. Help them go through their drawers and closet, making a bag of anything small for donating or for storing hand-me-downs. This will also give you the chance to make a specific shopping list while helping you prepare the upcoming change in seasons. Starting the school year off with some pre-planning can not only help smooth the adjustment but also help to develop good habits your family can keep in place year after year.
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{living well home & garden} Fix, Freeze, Feast, 2nd Edition: The Delicious, Money-Saving Way to Feed Your Family; Stock Your Freezer with Ready-to-Cook Meals by Kati Neville & Lindsay Ahrens This best-selling cookbook got an updated second edition that incorporates fresh, seasonal produce, bulky grains and bean recipes you cook in bulk then stock in the freezer for multiple homemade meals later. Available for $18.95 at barnesandnoble.com.
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WOOD FURNITURE 101 Well-made wood furniture can last for generations. Everyday use can take its toll, but regular maintenance can help preserve the beauty of those pieces. Here are a few tips for helping those beautiful antiques last many lifetimes. Regular dusting every few days or so is best for keeping furniture looking fresh. While feather dusters move dust off more delicate surfaces, using a slightly dampened soft, lint-free cloth like an old T-shirt or a lamb’s-wool duster do a better job of trapping the dust while removing it. As a general rule, you’ll want to avoid cleaning wood furniture with all purpose cleaners and water, which can damage the finish and the wood. Commercial polishes generally make the wood slippery, but do not offer a protective layer and can sometimes interfere with the finish applied to the wood. Using or making your own natural polish can help protect your furniture without interfering. Consider using furniture wax, which helps protect the finish and is more durable than polish. It only needs to be applied annually or bi-annually.
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Perfect for warm summer nights, this simple dish is versatile enough to pair with grilled chicken, pork or shrimp, or makes for a wonderful dessert when spooned over ice cream. INGREDIENTS • Peaches • Mint • Dash of Lemon Juice • About a teaspoon of sugar/honey DIRECTIONS 1. Peel and dice peaches. 2. Toss with lemon juice to keep peaches from browning. 3. Combine with sugar or honey. 4. Add a good handful of chopped mint, and then mix well. 5. It can be served immediately, but if using slightly under ripe peaches, let sit for about an hour or more.
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“After a good dinner one can forgive anybody, even one’s own relatives.” – Oscar Wilde
Cynthia Chiles words and photos by Beth Seliga
For over 100 years, the Chiles family has been hard at work in our foodie community, tending orchards, crafting delicious food items and serving visitors in many ways. For Cynthia Chiles of Carter Mountain Orchard and Chiles Peach Orchards, every step of the process is important. Chiles’ two great grandfathers planted the family’s first apple and peach trees back in 1912, prior to the family operating Carter Mountain in the 70s. Today, third, fourth and fifth generations of the Chiles family help care for the orchards, planting, pruning, picking and working on-site. What are your favorite recipes to make? Anything with peaches! Do you have any current projects? Currently my main project has been gardening. It’s easy to let that stuff go over the winter, so when the weather is nice and the days are long, I love to spend mornings and evenings in the yard. What was your favorite book as a child? Charlotte’s Web by E. B. White and Illustrated by Garth Williams. The novel tells the story of Wilbur, a livestock pig, and his friend Charlotte, a spider.
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What technology could you not live without? My IPad, because it connects me to everything I need and is super convenient to travel with. Whom do you admire? My mother and father, as they taught me everything I know, and I continue to learn from them every day. What traits do you find admirable in others? I admire those who have a good work ethic and their own determination. Where do you love to eat out? I love all the local restaurants around Crozet, Charlottesville and in the Valley. I order whatever’s in season! What is the best advice your parents have ever given you? My parents have always encouraged me to work hard and have fun! What is your favorite go-to snack? I usually grab whatever we have in season at the orchard at the time, such as apples, peaches, blueberries or strawberries.
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Blend together: Spinach (or kale, chard or a mix) Chia Seeds Peaches (fresh or frozen) Mango (fresh or frozen) Greek yogurt Ice If you could have a super power what would it be? My super power would be having the ability to be everywhere at one time. Why is it important to teach children about healthy eating? Healthy eating and living is essential. Growing up with good habits and knowledge of where your food comes from is key to a healthy life. What advice do you have for parents when eating out with kids? Take the time to teach kids what they’re eating and where it comes from. Encourage healthy choices and enjoy treats every once in a while … life’s too short. Before switching to capturing the look of love and the inner beauty of her subjects, Beth was a sports photographer with her work appearing in Sports Illustrated, USA Today and Pro Cycling, among other publications. See her work at 3catsphoto.com.
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Hoos in the Kitchen: Recipes from the UVA Community by Melissa Palombi & photos by Sarah Cramer Shields
Hoos in the Kitchen brings generations of Charlottesville families and UVA alumni and staff together in this bind-up of over 60 recipes. Each recipe in the book tells a story about an alumni or UVA staff member who takes a look at how food plays a role in his or her life, creating a familial atmosphere connected through their love for food. Available for $24.95 at Mincers.
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5 Tips for School Success STAY ORGANIZED
START THE DAY RIGHT
KEEP CONNECTED
ESTABLISH GOOD HOMEWORK HABITS
Make mornings easier by stocking baskets, one for each family member, with those items you always seem to be scrambling for in the morning rush. That way, hats, umbrellas and other accessories are all right there waiting for you when you need them.
Even in today’s electronic world, keeping a family calendar of events on paper or maybe on an app is a great way to keep everyone on the same page. Make notes of sports, homework assignments and other activities to make sure everyone stays in the loop.
GET ENOUGH SLEEP
Getting the recommended amount of sleep each night can help boost kids’ energy and concentration. Encourage reading before bed instead of something like TV that’s stimulating and can inhibit them from falling asleep.
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By eating a nutritious breakfast, students’ attendance and overall academic achievement drastically improves. Keep things simple with foods like smoothies, peanut butter toast and low-sugar cereals. Breakfasts including protein will keep them filled and attentive until lunchtime.
Make sure you have a permanent workspace away from distractions, and set aside ample time each night for completing assignments.
OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULES ALBEMARLE COUNTY Agnor-Hurt: August 20, PK–2nd 11am–12pm, 3rd–5th 1–2:30pm Albemarle High: August 16, 6:30–8pm Baker-Butler: August 20, 3–5pm Broadus Wood: August 20, 4–6pm Brownsville: August 16, 4:30–6:30pm Burley: August 20, 5:30–7pm Cale: August 20, 4–6:30pm CATEC: August 15, 5–7pm Community Public Charter School: August 20, 4:30–6pm Crozet: August 20, 5–6:30pm Greer: August 21, 8–10am Henley: August 20, 3–5pm Hollymead: August 20, K 10:30am–12pm; 4:30–6pm Jouett: August 16, 4–6pm Meriwether Lewis: August 20, 4–6pm Monticello High: August 16, 6:30–8pm Murray Elementary: August 20, 5–6:30pm Murray High: August 20, 5:30–7pm Red Hill: August 20, 4–6pm Scottsville: August 20, 4–6pm Stone-Robinson: August 20, 4:30–6pm Stony Point: August 20, 4–5:30pm Sutherland: August 16, 3–5pm Walton: August 16, 4–6pm Western Albemarle High: August 16, 7pm Woodbrook: August 20, PK–K 4:30–5:30pm, 1st–5th 5:30–6:30pm
CITY OF CHARLOTTESVILLE All Elementary Schools (PK–4): August 20, 1–3pm Walker School (5–6): August 20, 3–5pm Buford Middle School (7–8): August 20, 4–6pm Lugo-McGinness Academy: By Appointment Charlottesville High School (9–12): August 20, 5–7pm
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{resources back-to-school} Superintendent Messages Dr. Rosa S. Atkins, Superintendent of Charlottesville City Schools, and Dr. Matthew Haas, Superintendent of Albemarle County Public Schools, are both looking forward to the new 2018–2019 school year. Dr. Rosa S. Atkins
Dr. Matthew Haas
Dr. Atkins says: “We are excited to welcome back our students! So many learning opportunities await, whether it be our nationally recognized iSTEM education or unique outdoor experiences in our City Schoolyard Gardens, or an array of partnerships with colleges and professional experts. At all nine of our city schools, we are empowering students to advance their own passions, leading to state and national recognition in art, athletics, community leadership, creative writing, debate, engineering, geography, investing, math, music, programming, robotics and theatre. Additionally, a strong sense of community is at the heart of our new division-wide framework for supporting students’ academic and behavioral needs. We are proud to be at the forefront as we establish practices that build community, encourage good behavior and deepen relationships.”
Dr. Haas says: “A phrase we often use about our responsibility is ‘unleashing the highest potential of every child in our care’. We had wonderful examples of student achievement this past year, including students who changed state legislation to improve student mental health and awareness services, the 75 awards students earned at the regional science fair, and the students who addressed educational leaders in New York about the importance of the arts. This will be another opportunity-rich year, as we build on programs to close opportunity gaps, expand internship opportunities with local businesses and provide more access for students to our academies and project-based learning choices. In addition to our highly talented staff, our strongest resources continue to include a community that supports raising the educational excellence bar higher each year.”
School Supply Drive The Salvation Army will be collecting school supplies for local students. Items needed include:
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for Getting to School Safely With Virginia’s Safe Routes to School program, the City of Charlottesville has been awarded funding to improve biking and walking safety for children traveling to school. For example, as part of the program, the City of Charlottesville improved three Clark Elementary school intersections. Below are some ideas every family could use.
For walkers/bikers
It’s a good idea for children to walk in groups and for a parent to supervise little ones. A walking school bus—a group of kids from the same neighborhood who pick up friends along the route to school—is a great way to assure that everyone gets there without mishap. Cyclists should ride on the right-hand side of the street in the same direction as cars, never against traffic. Try to use bike lanes or designated bike routes. Use intersections with signals and pedestrian buttons whenever possible. The most important thing for a cyclist to remember is to always wear a helmet! If you’re ever in an accident, having a correctly fitted helmet can prevent a serious head injury.
For the bus
Always make eye contact and await the bus driver’s signal when crossing in front of the bus, not in back of it. Never pick up something under or near a bus! Always tell the bus driver if you’ve dropped something. Give a wave, and thank your bus driver and other drivers before and after you have crossed. This communication between you and other drivers promotes good citizenship and acknowledgement that you are safe.
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Ordering the Home’s Command Center
I once read that a messy desk indicates a chaotic life. I would quote the likely well-organized author, but I don’t know what book I read those wise words in or where that life-changing book went. I read it in college, when staying organized meant keeping up with social appointments (and a few school assignments). Now that I’m a mother of three, wife to a man with a demanding job, writer and (ahem) home-manager extraordinaire, staying organized requires constant diligence. my
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a magazine or packet of papers, do I need
desk in our kitchen. Even my husband
it quickly becomes a pile of chaos. For
all of it?
plops his work down on the desk at the
those of us who aren’t Martha Stewart or
2. Sort and Categorize. When everything
end of the day, hoping that I will use
Container Store aficionados, the following
is out and you’ve trashed or given away
my magic mommy powers to make it
tips—both easy and inexpensive—will
what you don’t need, group similar things
disappear. The kitchen desk has become
streamline the system for keeping your
together. My Command Center includes a
the tactical Command Center where
family moving.
drawer of office supplies that I use most
I keep my family’s plates spinning.
often: pens, stamps, scissors, sticky notes,
Although it’s slightly messy, it helps me
BASIC ORGANIZATION
keep a chaotic life under control.
STRATEGIES Perhaps
COMMAND CENTRAL
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you’ve
cell phone cords, computer cords, address book and calculator. I also have groupings
let
yourself
go.
You’re hiding your “loose” organizational
of records, correspondence, artwork and bills.
As moms, we keep our fast-moving
muscles under the metaphorical baggy
3. Assign a Home. Each grouping needs
families going strong. Who else will
sweatpants. Thankfully, organizing the
a home. The most-used things need
remember to pick up toilet paper at the
Command Center of the home is much
special consideration; they will need to
store, to dress our children in the correct
easier, and less torturous, than whipping
be easily accessible. As much as possible,
hue for Color Day at school, to send in a
a not-so-tight body into shape. Simply
make your computer an assigned home
shoebox for that science project or to buy
designate a day to do a foundational
so you can reduce piles and clutter. For
a birthday present for our mothers-in-law.
cleaning using the following strategies.
example, keep your calendar, list of gifts
Whether it’s a desk, a counter top,
1. Tackle the Piles. Take everything out of
a drawer or a cabinet, we all need a
the drawers and cabinets and everything
Command Center for our homes to keep
off of the counter of your Command
4. Contain Yourself. You don’t have to
our families running efficiently. Through
Center. As you do so, throw away anything
spend a lot of money to organize your
trial and error, and a misplaced library
you no longer need or want. Ask yourself:
Command Center. Slide plastic carry-
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to buy, gift ideas, schedule for babysitters and addresses on the computer.
out containers into a drawer for pens, sticky notes and paper clips. A small basket can hold your kids’ handheld video-game players and games, stickers and markers. Other possible organizational tools include a plastic file folder from an office-supply store for paper records, a box that holds stationary and a basket for bills. ESTABLISH ORGANIZATIONAL GROUND RULES Once you’ve cleaned out, sorted and designated a home for everything, enjoy your millisecond of perfection. The next part is harder: developing a flow for how things will arrive at and leave the Command Center. In other words, how will you stay organized? The key is not only to develop a system but also to explain to each family member how they play a part in it. Establish ground rules and encourage everyone’s participation. The following suggestions will help you get started in creating the ground rules. 1. Never Leave Things in the Car. Make it a habit to bring in everything—sports equipment, backpacks, purses, trash—from the car each time you get home. This reduces the chaotic morning rush to get everyone out the door for school because no one is searching for a lunchbox or library book. 2. Deal With It Immediately. Whatever it is that comes through the door, whether in a child’s backpack or in the mail, do something with it immediately, or at least once a day. Open the mail, throw away what you don’t need, and separate bills and put them in their place. You may have several piles for bills, invitations, and homework or study guides. One or two piles aren’t the enemy of organization, but giving your attention to the piles on a daily basis will prevent them from procreating. I have one general “to-do” pile that I go through each afternoon after my kids come home from school and one pile of bills that I go through near the beginning of the month. 3. Establish a Weekly Time of Communication. Spousal communication concerning schedules, needs and activities is essential to successful Command Center organization. Determine a time each week that you’ll sit down and discuss the calendar. My husband sets an alarm on his phone each Sunday evening that reminds us to sit down with our calendars and hash out the week. This conversation sets my to-do list and helps me anticipate my family’s needs. COMMON AREAS OF CHAOS After you’ve cleaned out, developed a system and explained it to the family, you may find certain areas clogging the flow, in and out, of the Command Center. The following tips will help you with your problem areas. CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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{resources back-to-school} The Family Calendar. For my bustling
red ink. Use it as your everyday calendar
masterpieces are made, they replace old
family, this has been a problem area.
so that, as you look at your monthly
artwork. When I take down artwork, I
We solved it by using Google Calendar,
schedule, you are reminded of upcoming
note on the back who made it and when,
a scheduling system anyone with a
birthdays. An online calendar can be used
and I temporarily store “keepers” in a
Google account can access. By linking
for the same purposes.
Command Center cabinet. At the end of
our calendars, my husband and I can
the
the school year, I sort the pile by artist
see anything the other has added to the
Command Center that you add to when
and make a file for the year of special
schedule. A similar family-scheduling
prices are right or when you find the
school and artwork. These files are kept
program, Cozi.com, uses color-coding to
perfect gift for a loved one. In mine, I
in a plastic keepsake tub in the attic.
show each member’s activities and also
have baby-shower gifts, toys for my kids,
maintains grocery and task lists.
birthday gifts for other kids’ birthday
services
a
gift
closet
near
Bills. If possible, go paperless. Most and
banks
provide
online
Shopping. Use a magnetic notepad
parties, and a few gifts I selected for
payment options and will do the work
for a shopping list that covers the main
specific people. Your gift closet should
for you. If you choose to receive paper
stores you frequent. Place it on the
also include a stocked card box, gift bags,
bills, designate an important place for
refrigerator where every family member
wrapping paper, ribbon and tissue paper.
them in your Command Center, such as a
can see (and reach) it. Before you run
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Establish
Schoolwork/Artwork.
Schoolwork
graduated sorter or basket. Pay all of your
errands, tear off the list and put it in your
should leave backpacks for an established
bills on one day, stamp them and then
purse, along with a small accordion file
homework period and be immediately
note the date they’re due on the outside
that holds your clipped coupons. Even
returned upon completion. Backpacks
of the envelope. Keep them in full view
better: Plan the week’s menu and have
should then go back to their resting spot.
so that as one is coming due, it can be
the coupons you’ll need set aside for your
Ongoing homework projects remain in a
mailed.
shopping trip.
“to-do” pile until they are finished.
Records. Purchase an accordion file
Birthdays. At the beginning of the
Designate a place where children can
at an office-supply store for records
year, purchase a new calendar. Using
display artwork. We use the refrigerator,
such as vaccination records, insurance
your previous calendar, copy important
the windows near our kitchen table
information and pay stubs. Keep the file
birthdays into the new one using bright
and the walls in the playroom. As new
in the Command Center. Birth certificates,
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social security cards, titles, licenses and other vital records should be in a locked fire safe, tucked away in the house. Seasonal
Decorations.
Buy
large
plastic tubs in colors representative of specific holidays for storing seasonal
GRYMES M E M OR IA L SCH O OL
decorations. I have one for all holidays that aren’t Christmas and several for Christmas, including a few smaller tubs just for ornaments. The Christmas tubs stay in the attic, but the non-Christmas tubs and seasonal wreaths stay within reach in a hall closet, close to the Command Center. Anytime a seasonal tub is out, I spend a few moments sorting out items I no longer use. Backpacks, Coats, Shoes. Establish a specific place for kids to load and unload when coming and going. A mudroom is ideal, but if you don’t have one, use a coat rack and plastic tub near the garage door. As soon as backpacks are brought in from the car, empty them of anything needing attention and return them to their place on the coat rack. Belongings that are similar, such as
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Engaged Problem Solvers
second child. For socks and underwear, purchase a different brand for each child so laundry is quick and easy. An organized Command Center is good, but a system that enables its maintenance is even better, because it allows for ongoing success and extinguishes low-grade mess stress. An ordered Command Center may not be perfect or pile-free, but it promises to keep the chaos of a fast-moving family to a minimum.
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THE POWER OF
Arts & Crafts 9 Creative Daytrip Ideas for Your Aspiring Pablo Picasso by Daniel Rocha
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ome of my favorite Christmas gifts as a child were those arts and crafts kits where you created
something out of pieces. I loved the feeling of holding a finished product that I created with my own two hands, and, even more, I loved being able to share that creation with others. Looking back, I am so grateful for those little innovative opportunities, because
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I can now see that the creativity those opportunities inspired has carried over into so many other areas of my life. I’ve come to learn that creativity and ingenuity are essential to my studies and future career, no matter whether I am dealing with science, math or even social situations. While I was growing up, I felt satisfied and fulfilled by being able to express my individuality through art, and as a result, I feel more in-tune with my emotions and creative side. As an adult, I can now understand that my acquisition of innovative thinking and problem solving skills began with opportunities to explore my imagination. For me, my ability to imagine is a product of both an organization of thoughts and a spontaneity that I believe comes naturally and easily for young kids. For parents, it is important to take the time out of busy schedules to give kids these opportunities to foster and express their own imagination through all types of creative means. Whether it be painting, drawing, woodworking, crafting or playing a musical instrument, arts and crafts are an easy and engaging way to inspire the power of imagination in your child. So, if you don’t feel like making and cleaning up a mess in your home or if you want to curb your little one’s craving for coloring on the walls again, try one of the many options in the area that will let your child discover their inner Pablo Picasso or Andy Warhol. From creating your own glass artwork and rocking out on stage to painting your next masterpiece, there are so many family-friendly ways to get crafty. Let these local arts and craft hubs unleash your
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inner artists as the whole family stretches imaginations and takes creativity to new heights.
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From Friday morning storytime with an
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can have The Hive help plan your party
Torres Strait Islander art, the Kluge-Ruhe
put together a take-home glass art kit for
with an exciting craft for everyone to
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groups that includes glass bases, a cutting
take home with them. Featuring artist
Drive offers an incredible opportunity
tool and more. Just bring the final projects
studios, workshop space, and a retail
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Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection As the only museum in the United dedicated
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Lazy Daisy Ceramics Artists of all ages are invited to take part in the creativity at the art studio Lazy Daisy Ceramics on Monticello Road. Choose from hundreds of pieces in the Pottery Paintin’ Place, grab your paint and a brush, and get to work creating. Can’t stay in the studio for long? Not a problem. You can get a Pottery-To-Go-Kit with all the
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IT’S
OK TO BE AFRAID
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Expert Advice from Locals on Understanding & Overcoming Common Fears by Sarah Lyons
As a child, I assumed my parents weren’t afraid of anything. I would call them for help when I felt scared or nervous, and they were always there to check under the bed for monsters and assure me that all was safe. One day, I found a wasp flying around in my room, and so I called my dad to help. When he saw what the problem was, he ran back out of the room in terror. In that moment, I realized that adults have fears, too. Yes, my dad is terrified of wasps.
Anxiety and fears are part of normal childhood
medical procedure coming up, I tell them what is
development and vary by age. “Both [anxiety and
going to happen. I never say it won’t hurt if it really
fear], which are normal and necessary for our
will,” says Fia Swartwood, mom of two. “My honesty
survival, result when we experience a perceived
has helped my kids through lots of situations.” In
threat to our safety and competency,” says Hellen
the short term, half-truths or sugarcoating might
Lewis Streicher, PhD, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist
help your child prior to a scary situation, but in
with MindWorks Pediatric Neuropsychology in
reality, the trust that is built through honesty helps
Charlottesville. It is normal for kids to have bad
kids in the long term.
dreams, be frightened of the dark or find certain
Set An Example
movie scenes scary. However, kids can develop fears
Our kids learn how to react to situations from
that interrupt their everyday life, such as a fear of
our behavior, so it is important to teach by example,
speaking in front of others, fear of being dropped
such as by modeling healthy ways, when handling
off at school or fear of trying new things. Here are
stressful decisions. “Remain calm when you know
some tips to help kids face their fears.
your child is scared. Your own emotional reactions
Give Permission
and modeling of anxious behaviors can escalate
Parents can let kids know that it is perfectly
your child’s fear and anxiety,” says Streicher. Do
normal and acceptable to be scared. When you give
your best to stay calm and help your child through
a child permission to feel afraid, they can begin to
situations that frighten them.
acknowledge what is frightening them and face it
Problem Solve
head on. When the threat is diminished, anxiety is
Try to pinpoint exactly what your child is afraid
typically reduced. Parents can give their kids tips
of and discuss ways that it can be handled. For
on how to deal with different situations and work
example, Jane Hammond’s 9-year-old daughter was
through the situation together. Lauren Heller, a
afraid of falling during an ice skating competition, so
mother of twins, says, “For my preschoolers, we
they discussed what would be the result of her fall—
spend time talking about the event starting a few
just getting back up, no big deal. “She did fall once
days before. I try to help them know what to expect
in a competition, then got back up and finished. She
and allow them to ask questions.”
was glad for the experience,” says Hammond, mom
Be Honest
of three. Other problems have easy solutions that
If there is a scary situation coming up, it is best
kids can’t always think of on their own. For instance,
to be as honest as possible with your child so they
if your child is afraid of the dark, using a night-light
know what to expect. “I try my best to prepare my
may help solve the problem. According to many
kids in advance for scary situations. If there is a
pediatric professionals, providing your child with CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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{resources parenting} reasonable comfort and reassurance of safety, as well by conveying confidence that
your
child
can
handle
the
feared situation is extremely helpful.
Symptoms of Anxiety in Children
Streicher
recommends
encouraging
and providing opportunities as often as possible for your child to ‘approach’ rather than ‘avoid’ the feared situation.
Teach Coping Skills
Each time your child is afraid, give a wide variety of options they can use to overcome their fears. A child may be able to calm down by singing a song,
While some nervousness is normal in children, kids may suffer from extreme anxiety that negatively affects their dayto-day life. If your child is experiencing the following symptoms, it may be time to seek additional help. • Children with extreme anxiety may “act out” with tantrums, refusal to do typical activities and/or generally disobedient behaviors. • They may display excessive and extreme worry about normal, everyday activities that cause them to miss out on events at school or time with friends.
• They may be restless, have difficulty concentrating, have trouble sleeping and experience irritability. • They may also experience physical difficulties such as muscle tension, frequent urination, stomachaches, difficulty swallowing and headaches. If you believe your child may have an anxiety disorder, seek professional help for an official diagnosis and support. In the meantime, continue to be supportive and patient with your child, and let them know you will help them work through these challenges.
hugging a stuffed animal, telling a joke or declaring that monsters aren’t real. By helping your child approach the feared situation in a progressive manner, you will in turn be helping them take small, manageable steps. Thus, giving your child the tools they need to face their fears while also reassuring them you are always there to help will encourage them to handle their fear on their own while knowing that you have their back if it doesn’t work out. Stephanie Loux, mom of three, says, “I also keep the wins in
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my back pocket to remind them of past
we let them know Mommy and Daddy
successes. It encourages them to try
are bigger and tougher than anything
new things because they remember
scary. And we will always protect them,”
how well it worked out in the past.”
says Amy Cameron, mother of three. “We
This technique works great for scary
have defeated monsters in the dark by
situations such as trying a roller coaster,
reassuring them that as parents we make
speaking in front of a crowd or trying a
the rules, and there are no monsters
new extracurricular activity. Over time,
allowed in our house.” It is normal to have
your child’s fear will naturally diminish,
fears, and it is appropriate to explain
especially with repeated practice and
this to your child. As scary situations
exposure to the feared situation in baby
arise, encourage your children to share
steps.
their feelings with you so that you can
Reward For Bravery
deal with them together. “If you think
Books to Help Kids Face Their Fears Scaredies Away! A Kid’s Guide to Overcoming Worry and Anxiety (Made Simple) by Stacy Fiorile Chicken Lily by Lori Mortensen Bear Feels Scared by Karma Wilson
As you see your child overcome fears,
your child’s fears are becoming choric,
or at least make efforts to face the things
disruptive or excessively distressing, talk
There’s an Alligator Under My Bed by Mercer Mayer
that scare him or her, reward them for
to your child’s pediatrician or contact
First Day Jitters by Julie Danneburg
their bravery. Giving positive feedback
a licensed therapist with specialized
and acknowledging their efforts will
training in working with children with
encourage your child to keep trying to
anxiety,” says Streicher.
The Invisible String by Patrice Karst
confront the things that cause them fear and anxiety. A parent’s praise can
The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything by Linda D. Williams
really build a child’s confidence to where they are prepared to face a variety of challenges. As you work on these steps with your child, continue to be patient and supportive. “When our kids are scared,
The Monster at the End of this Book by Jon Stone
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Art, Sports, Music & More When all five of my siblings and I hit approximately age 9, my parents encouraged us to take up a musical instrument. We had since participated in numerous sports, however, they said they wanted us to develop an appreciation for the arts just as they had. Looking back, I wonder if this was their subtle way of exposing us to activities that were less competitive.
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Our family’s participation in musical
mini band. Instead, we joined the band
instruments began with our parents
at our grade school that offered musical
back in the day. In grade school, my
lessons as a class. The reward was to
mom took to the clarinet while my
be part of the school band and play at
dad played the drums for almost nine
Christmas and spring concerts for all of
years. I didn’t find out until a few years
our parents and classmates. For some
ago that my dad also played in a few
of us, it was an exciting new adventure,
bands and attended the Pennsylvania
while for others (I won’t name names),
Academy of Music. When it was our turn
it was a nuisance that only gave our
to try, my older sister chose the piano—
parents another thing to nag us about
something I still wish I had the time to
practicing. To say our house was noisy
learn—while my older brother chose the
in those days is an understatement. I’m
drums. It was only expected that as the
not sure how my parents let it continue
third child of six, I, too, would join this
as long as it did. Perhaps they really
“musical” group. I followed in my mom’s
did see the improvement all of us were
steps and chose the clarinet, only to be
making. Or better yet, maybe they had
followed later by my baby sister. Both of
foresight in knowing that even if we
my younger brothers took after my dad
“failed” at something, we would walk
and played the drums, but only after one
away with valuable life lessons, such as
tried and lost interest in the trumpet.
finishing something we started, learning
If we all would have kept with it,
how to be a part of a team, handling
perhaps we could have started our own
stress while not meeting the standards
How After-School Activities Shaped Me Into A Better Person of what it is to be “successful” and even discovering what it is that we love to do. Learning to play an instrument wasn’t all we were encouraged to do, though. In addition to driving each other mad with our instruments, we all participated in a variety of sports. From basketball, baseball, track and football to soccer, volleyball and dance, we were the definition of an active family. It was in these lessons and at these practices that I learned a lot about myself. I learned the importance of hard work and dedication to playing an instrument while I also began to appreciate the “old” music our parents would make us listen to in the car. For me, I think one of my greatest lessons was learning how to be patient with developing a skill. I would get extremely frustrated when I didn’t see quick results that were also consistent; but when I did see improvements, it left me with an even greater satisfaction. cont’d on pg 57
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after-school activities guide ALL AROUND SPORTS & FITNESS ACAC
978-3800 See ad page 55
Charlottesville Parks & Rec 970-3260 See ad page 1
Crozet YMCA 205-4380 See ad page 55
Piedmont Family YMCA 974-9622 See ad page 55 Alb. Co. Community Education, 975-9451 Albemarle County Parks & Rec, 296-5844 Ch’ville Therapeutic Rec, 970-3264 Special Olympics, 800-932-4653 UVA Intramural – Recreation Sports, 924-3791
ARTS & CREATIVITY Amazement Square 845-1888 See ad page 45
Virginia Discovery Museum 977-1025 See ad page 47
Watercolor with Lee Alter 760-9658 See ad page 44
Albemarle Artful Kids, 806-6734 Crozet Arts, 964-6770 The Glass Palette, 977-9009 Lazy Daisy Ceramics & The Painting Place, 295-7801 Light House Studio, 293-6992 McGuffey Art Center, 295-7973 Very Special Arts, 970-3264 Woodworking with Children, 979-1220
BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
American Legion Baseball, 977-1050 Albemarle Redbirds Softball, 540-649-1234 Cove Creek Baseball, 970-2255 Jefferson Area Girls Softball, 973-5440 Lane Babe Ruth Baseball, 973-7457 McIntire Little League, 817-5100 Monticello Little League, 296-1251 Northside Cal Ripken League, 980-1256 Peachtree Baseball League, 823-7183
BASKETBALL
Charlottesville Parks & Rec 970-3260 See ad page 1
Piedmont Family YMCA 974-9622 See ad page 55
Scottsville Youth Basketball, 286-3612 Virginia Basketball Academy, 242-7729
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CLUBS
4-H, 872-4580 Blue Ridge Young Birders, 540-363-5035 Boys & Girls Club, 977-3514 Boy Scouts of America, 800-630-0620 Girl Scouts of America, 540-777-5100 Cavman’s Crew, 924-8821 Junior Achievement, 804-217-8855 Poetry Club, 977-1025 Science Club, 977-1025 Table Tennis Club, 973-2931 Wednesday Music Club, info@wednesdaymusicclub.org Young Life, 964-1867
DANCE & MOVEMENT The Little Gym 975-5437 See ad page 47
Piedmont Family YMCA 974-9622 See ad page 55 Wilson School of Dance 973-5678 See ad page 55
Albemarle Ballet Theatre, 823-8888 Ashtanga Yoga of Charlottesville, 531-5441 Balletschool, 975-3533 Barre Tots, 973-2030 Bend Yoga, 296-2363 Blue Ridge Irish Music School, 409-9631 Charlottesville Ballet Academy, 973-2555 Charlottesville Performing Arts School, 293-2727 Charlottesville Royalettes Baton Class, royalettesbaton@gmail.com Flydog Yoga, 964-1964 FootNotes Studio, 242-0605 Jazzercise, 974-6221
ETIQUETTE
Jefferson Cotillion, 242-0153 The Civility School, 242-0153 The Etiquette School of the Commonwealth, 996-4903
FOOTBALL
Piedmont Family YMCA Flag Football 974-9622 See ad page 55
Pop Warner Football, centralvirginiapopwarner.com Thomas Jefferson Youth Football, tjyfl.net
GYMNASTICS & CHEERLEADING The Little Gym 975-5437 See ad page 47
AIM Cheer/Pom Program, 800-323-3755 Classics Gymnastics, 978-4720 Friendship Gymnastics, 589-5867 Pop Warner Cheerleading, centralvirginiapopwarner.com
HORSEBACK RIDING The Pony Academy 823-6929 See ad page 44
Camp Friendship, 800-873-3223 Carriage Hill Farm, 296-2672 Ch’ville Area Riding Therapy, 823-1178 Graves Mountain Lodge, 540-923-4231 Grayson Farm, 286-4130 Hidden Creek Farm, 985-4309 Hoof & Woof 4-H Club, 872-4580 Horse as Healers, 882-3610 Infinity Acres Ranch, 276-358-2378 Mechums View Farm, 823-5419 Millington Stables, 823-5109 Montanova Stables, 295-2905 North Garden Equestrian Center, 882-1841 Rodes Farm Stables, 325-8260 Shadowfax, 200-4641 The Pony Café, 977-7365
LANGUAGE
The Han Studio, 327-9573 La Alliance Francaise, 260-0640 Speak! Language Center, 245-8255
MARTIAL ARTS The Little Gym 975-5437 See ad page 47
7 Tigers Taekwondo & Hapkido, 296-9933 AIM Self-Defense, 979-0282 Aldridge Karate Institute, 985-2049 Charlottesville T’ai Chi Center, 877-880-2479 Ch’ville Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, 825-6202 Ch’ville Judo Academy, 975-4482 International Black Belt Center, 973-8885 L M Karate Academy, 589-5282 Laughing Dragon Kung Fu, 973-0318 MMA Institute, 975-6624 Mountain Kim Martial Arts, 245-0202 Ssal Shin Jo Judo, 531-2951 Superior Martial Arts, 973-3000 UpLevel Martial Arts, 973-0855
MENTORING
Big Brothers Big Sisters, 244-0882 Big Siblings (Madison House), 977-7051 Computers 4 Kids, 817-1121 Young Women Leaders Program, 924-9732
MUSIC
Blue Ridge Music Together 293-6361 See ad page 21
B# Music, 806-3515 Blue Ridge Irish Music School, 409-9631 Charlottesville Municipal Band Youth Ensemble, cmb.youth.ensemble@gmail.com Charlottesville Performing Arts School, 293-2727 Children’s Choir of Central Virginia, 260-1180 Fingerdance Studio, 466-1024 FootNotes Studio, 242-0605 Heinz Musitronics, 977-2797 Music Education Center, 973-1032 Music Resource Center, 979-5478 Music Teachers Association, cvillemta.org
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{resources after-school} Richardson Guitar Studio, 293-4017 Scottsville Center for Arts and Nature, 286-2806 Specialty Guitars Plus, 979-3800 Stacy’s Music, 974-1555 The Front Porch, 242-7012 The Music Emporium, 973-2931 VA Consort Youth Chorale Program, 244-8444 Youth Orchestra, 974-7776
MORE SPORTS & ACTIVITIES Bounce Play-n-Create 973-1111 See ad page 56
Division 1-on-1 Trainers division1on1@gmail.com See ad page 56
Meadowcreek Golf 977-0615 See ad page 44
Albemarle Girls Field Hockey and Lacrosse League, www.agll.org Cavalier Wrestling Club, 540-649-2015 Charlottesville Fencing Alliance, 227-4006 Fairview Swim and Tennis, 973-7946 Highlands Golf Park, 985-2765 Kegler’s Youth Bowling League, 978-3999 Quickstart Tennis, quickstartcentral.org Rocky Top Climbing Gym, 981-3306 Seminole Boys/Girls Lacrosse, seminolelax.org University Dive and Hobby Center, 296-6306
SOCCER
Piedmont Family YMCA 974-9622 See ad page 55
Gorilla Theater Productions, 547-7986 Jefferson Youth Theatre, 249-2803 Light House Filmmaking Studio, 293-6992 Live Arts, 977-4177
SOCA
TUTORING
975-5025 See ad page 62 Monticello United Soccer Club, 974-4625 Scottsville Org. for Kids’ Sports, 286-2366
SWIMMING YEAR-ROUND ACAC
978-3800 See ad page 55
Charlottesville Parks & Rec 970-3260 See ad page 1
Georgetown Learning Centers 296-5111 See ad page 65
Aloha Mind Math/Reading/Writing, 249-2888 Aristotle Circle, 825-4832 Clayborne Education, 295-4501 Enrichment Alliance of VA, 295-1002 Hometown Learning Centers, 529-8501 Kumon Math & Reading Center, 973-9040 Literacy Volunteers of Ch’ville/Albemarle, 977-3838 McGuffey Reading Center, 924-7034 Partners in Learning, 996-8161 Speak Language Center, 245-8255 Tutor Doctor, 422-3595 Wahoo Tutors, 996-6174
Ch’ville YMCA Aquatics Club 974-9622 See ad page 55
Virginia Gators, virginiagators.org
THEATRE
The Paramount Theater 979-1333 See ad page 17
Black Box Players, 970-7600 DMR Adventures, 203-6314 Four County Players, 832-5355
Parents! Please Note: The information listed here is a general guideline. Some sports have height/weight and skill requirements. Please talk with the program leader to find the right program for your child. It is our goal at CharlottesvilleFamily to present families with a springboard to find programs that best suit their needs. CharlottesvilleFamily does not in any way represent or endorse any of these programs and, as always, we urge families to visit and interview businesses to make certain they are safe, staff are qualified, and they are good fits for your family.
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I remember my first lesson every time
and not-so-good at. But, with trying
When I look back, I don’t remember
I pull my clarinet out of the closet. There
things outside of our comfort zone or our
even one instance when my parents said
I was with knots in my stomach as I sat
area of interest, we learn what it is we are
we couldn’t try something. Sure, there
in a small room with other schoolmates
interested in pursuing. For me, basketball
were times when an activity was at the
who were much further along in playing
was that interest. I played year-round and
same time as another one, but never once
the woodwind. I squeaked so much
participated on as many teams as I could.
did they discourage us from spreading
that my teeth hurt from the reed, and
Without my parent’s strong character
our wings. All six of us will attest to
I left the lesson feeling defeated and
and insight into the importance of
the fact that our extracurriculars had
embarrassed. I was sure that I would pick
extracurricular
wouldn’t
us living out of our van in those days.
up the instrument as quickly as I picked
be as hard working, determined, self-
We had containers of snacks, a portable
up one of my many other activities. It
sufficient and motivated as I am today.
kids potty in the back with toilet paper,
wasn’t until about the third or fourth
I truly believe that there is something
plenty of water, disinfectant wipes, our
lesson that I started to understand the
we can learn from every experience in
backpacks for doing homework-on-the-
importance of practicing on my own time.
life, and for every person and child, it
go and who even knows what else.
From that point on, my determination to
is something different. What we need
But, what we took away from all
successfully play the clarinet carried me
to remember is that these experiences
of those activities is what we were
through. I learned that I could succeed at
are what allow us to grow and expand,
taught and encouraged to look for. I
something on my own and that success
to reach for the stars and learn how to
wouldn’t have changed one thing about
isn’t measured when comparing yourself
handle losing or being “average.” Rather
our childhood, not when we were all
to others. For me, success at that age was
than focusing on success versus failure,
together—trying new things, making new
playing a song the entire way through
my parents always asked us what we
friends, figuring out our strengths and
without missing a note. It was a small
learned from something. No matter
weaknesses, and overcoming failures.
success, but one that has led me to many
whether it was after basketball practice,
more moments of self-motivation and
a Christmas concert or after completing
determination.
a school project, I was always encouraged
We all can attest to trying things in our childhood that we were both good
activities,
I
to see the bigger picture and to leave knowing I did my best.
Sarah, our senior editor, has a passion for all things active. From playing basketball at the college level to taking dance for six years and playing the clarinet, she believes all kids should try what interests them.
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outdoor education by W. Cabell Guy
How Area Schools Are Incorporating Environmental Learning
Despite the many online opportunities computers
bring
to
the
educational
experience, many schools recognize that too much screen time can have a negative effect. More and more schools are trying to find ways to close the student laptops,
In a world filled with technology, the need for children to be exposed to the outdoors has never been greater. Students today are finding more and more ways to spend their time inside. Texting, Minecraft, Fortnite, Snapchat … parents today raise their children in a digital landscape unfamiliar to our own childhood experience. That online world is something schools have embraced, and technology continues to expand and enrich educational opportunities afforded to students and their parents. Students now access homework assignments through Blackboard and take their tests on the computer, while parents get instant access to grades using the school’s online software. Need to ask a teacher a question? All one has to do is fire off a quick e-mail about what websites the class used that day to complete the lesson. Our kids live in a digital age, and we as the adults do our best to keep up.
pack up the book bags and head outside to play in the dirt. It may be old-fashioned, but that need to get one’s hands dirty is a sure-fire way to engage students. Growing up in the West End of Richmond, I was afforded only a fraction of the outdoor world available to students here in Charlottesville. As a proud child of the 1980s, my afterschool life revolved around packing in as much fun as I could before the streetlights turned on. Instead of subdivisions, I was raised in a world of backyards and alleyways. Kick the Can, Capture the Flag and Flashlight Tag were my initiation to teamwork, ingenuity and fairness. By the time I hit sixth grade, I started to hear a new conversation during recess. Instead of plans for where we
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would hide our team’s flag, I began to overhear whispers of how to find secret levels and earn infinite lives. My world was rocked when a classmate brought in a Nintendo Power magazine to show a friend. That December, I asked Santa for my very own Nintendo. He delivered. My world of outdoor games would never be the same. For many of us, we remember a world before cell phones and electronics. Our kids are being raised in a very different time. While technology has become the standard, many schools recognize that moderation is a crucial component when it comes to the online world. Now, schools face the question of how to flip the script and show students that a great big world is waiting to be discovered. For some schools, this is an easy process. Several schools tie the classroom curriculum to the outdoors. Others tap into student interests after school and allow those to be the cornerstones for student clubs or organizations. At least one local high school has based an entire academy in environmental studies. As more and more local area schools push for outdoor education, it is important to know there are many benefits to being outside during school. Research has shown outdoor education comes with many advantages, including better grades and behavior, and selfreliance. Perhaps one of the most important gains is that research has shown that student stress levels decrease while engaged in outdoors activities. Environmental education can improve academic achievement, improve student health, nurture leadership qualities with students, and improve focus and cognition. Any of us with elementary and middle schoolaged children know they don’t sit still for long. Tapping into their interests and allowing them to experience the day outdoors taps in to their need to question, investigate and explore. Looking at how various schools around the Charlottesville area address outdoor education, one can find many opportunities for all grade levels. Ecology, environmental studies and outdoor experiences are part of the foundations for the Charlottesville Waldorf
School. Vivian
Jones-Schmidt, currently
a
first
grade teacher, has experienced many outdoor opportunities available for students from Pre-K through eighth grade. “The Charlottesville Waldorf School’s program begins with the 2-year-old program. Preschoolers (ages 2–5) who participate in the full-day program often spend over two hours outside each day. Young children experience and learn about nature by being in nature, working with soil, sand and water, surrounded by shrubs and flowers, in all kinds of weather. This focus on the natural world continues into the grade school, in which children spend at least an hour outside daily,” says Jones-Schmidt. “The curriculum for each grade approaches nature with a different focus. The younger children learn about animals, trees and weather cycles through their own discoveries and observations, as well as through stories.” Jones-Schmidt shared that the outdoor experience doesn’t stop with the younger students. Third-grade students run the Charlottesville Waldorf School’s garden and enrich their curriculum through field trips to local area farms. Throughout fourth and fifth grade, students learn about the expansion from Europe to America and the geography CharlottesvilleFamily.com
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LEARNING
inspired by joy & Reverence for childhood Knowledge begins by nurturing a child’s desire to learn. At the Charlottesville Waldorf School, the foundation for academics goes hand-in-hand with a genuine appreciation of the natural world. While learning the fundamentals, students immerse themselves in music, art, sports, as well as the wonders of our beautiful 13-acre campus, connecting the classroom experience to the world at large.
of the New World. Fifth grade students study the plant life of the early Americas by exploring nearby botanical regions like the Ivy Creek Natural Area and the forest at James Madison’s Montpelier. All of this then sets the stage for middle school, where the ecology and environmental programs continue. Elementary-aged
students
over
at
Mountaintop Montessori School also get a unique outdoor experience. Dr. Patricia Colby, the Head of School at Mountaintop Montessori,
shares
a
school-wide
curriculum that starts with the youngest
Learn about our new program for children cwaldorf.org/nursery.html
and continues through eighth grade. “Starting in our preschool level summer camp called ‘Sprout’ and continuing through to our eighth grade program, our students learn ecology, gardening, how to cook using garden fresh and in-season ingredients,
conservation
strategies
through formal academic lessons, and
Age 2 — Grade 8
with
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project-based
learning curriculum
enrollment@cwaldorf.org
methods.” is
based
and
experiential
The
Montessori
on
empowering
students to think critically and creatively. Letting the students explore outside is a huge part of that process. “We believe that hands-on and project-based teaching
Charlottesville City Schools
is the best way for students to deeply
Every Learner. Every Day. Everyone.
stream and seeing birds and bees thrive
understand, and in turn, care about our natural resources. Wading in a local clean because of actions one has taken are much more effective methods in bringing about the understanding of the importance of
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our natural world than seeing pictures in books,” says Colby. The lessons learned while in elementary grades are then used to further the students’ understanding as they reach middle school. A permaculturebased greenhouse program and a cooking class wherein students learn to not only use what they grow but also how to divert organic material from the landfill are all part of the middle school program. From big to small, many of the elementary and middle schools in and around Charlottesville use gardens as a supplement to the science curriculum. At the Peabody School, students use “Forest Fridays” to conduct research in the woods on campus. At the start of this past school year, Peabody students were able to take advantage of an outdoor classroom given
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to the school by the eighth grade class
These elementary and middle school experiences
the
whole foundation of this academy is to
multiple disciplines, including art, science
foundations for skills needed in high
offer students interested in environmental
and Language Arts. Last year, the fifth grade
school. High school science classes such
studies a format to explore both indoors
class hosted an Earth Day celebration
as earth science, biology, chemistry and
and out. “Just in a few weeks alone,
in April with an all-day, student-run fair
physics all rely on those early experiences
students have built a brooder box and
featuring guest speakers, earth science
to ignite student interests. For those high
chicken coop to hatch and raise chickens,”
stations and passports for students to use
school students who have found their
says Adam Mulcahy, director of the
as they learned more about the science
calling with the sciences, more unique
academy, who has been teaching science
curriculum. The students also manage
experiences are offered where they can
for over a decade. “They have released
and maintain several raised garden beds
tap into those passions.
our class-raised trout in the river, built
and a pollinator garden.
will
hopefully
form
at Western Albemarle High School. The
of 2016. The classroom is now used by
Several classes at Charlottesville High
a deer enclosure in the woods and filled
Sometimes, getting students outdoors
School (CHS) are great examples of what
it with trees we grew in the greenhouse,
happens outside of the school day. Over
students can accomplish while focusing
planted 40 flower beds designed and built
at Walton Middle School, teacher Tommy
on environmental education. The Urban
by the students, and installed two rain
McElroy runs a Mountain Bike Club for
Farming teacher, Peter Davis, had projects
gardens to filter all rainwater from the
students using the woods around the
throughout the year that focused on
ESA building and greenhouse.” Students
school. At Sutherland Middle School,
the outdoors, including constructing a
who apply and are accepted into the
we’ve run a before-school fishing club.
chicken coop and a caterpillar greenhouse.
program have a modified schedule that
During the school day, county middle
Towards the end of May, Buford Middle
allows for specialized curriculums that
schools offer an ICA Day, where students
School and CHS students worked together
focus on interactive projects and lab-
get a longer period of time to work with
with the City Schoolyard Garden to
based learning experiences. The goal
clubs or outdoor activities, including
produce more than 8,000 seedlings for the
is to get students passionate about the
hiking, fishing, biking and a variety of
annual seedling giveaway project.
environment now so they might choose to
sports. In short, there is plenty of outdoor
Since 2014, Albemarle County high
time to break out of the normal day-to-
school students have been able to apply
pursue a related career in the future. Sometimes, all it takes is a passionate
day activities of school.
to the Environmental Studies Academy
teacher or a unique experience to open
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up an entire new world for our students. It is wonderful to know that students still get a chance to play in the mud. That joy is evident every year at our school as the sixth grade class at Sutherland Middle School returns from an all-day canoeing trip over at Chris Greene Lake. No matter how dirty and damp they are when they return, they are excited to share stories about who almost fell out of the canoe or what animals they spotted on the banks. They forget, even if just for a moment,
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10 Minutes of Quality Time
A Dad’s Humorous Tales
by Rick Epstein
Soon, thousands of amber school buses will be deployed across the countryside, rounding up children for their daily rendezvous with education. When I get caught behind one, I have nothing to do but enjoy fond memories. About a month into her freshman year of high school, my middle daughter Sally said, “Dad, can you give me a ride to school tomorrow?” “How come?” I asked. “Do you have to bring in something big?” “No, I just hate riding the school bus. The ride is bouncy, the kids run up and down the aisle yelling, and the Milford boys are always causing a scene.” Milford is one of the towns that send its kids to Good Times Regional High School. “Do you tell the bus driver!?” “Dad,” she said, “don’t be ridiculous. Just take me to school.” Two factors were at work here. First, Sally is not a morning person. The Milford boys could be engaged in silent prayer the whole way and she would still be annoyed by them. Second, Sally does not like situations that offend her dignity. Making her ride a rowdy school bus is like putting a baby bonnet on an old cat. So I started driving her to school. It was on my way to work, but the timing was off. It caused me to arrive in the office a half-hour early. But by working more slowly I was able to absorb the extra 30 minutes. On a bus, in a car, even in a box with a fox, if it’s morning, Sally will be crabby. So en route to school, I learned not to criticize her, ask complicated questions or complain about her sisters. Sally could handle light gossip and some joking, along with music on the car stereo. It was OK to point out interesting people, vehicles or animals. One morning, we saw an escaped ostrich
When she got her permit, I’d let her drive the car, and instead of enjoying low-key fellowship, we’d share a dangerous adventure.
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traipsing across a farm field and called the cops. We still talk about it. Well, I do anyway. It was a pleasant time for us. When we’d see a school bus, I’d tell Sally, “What a sad sight—a bus-load of children whose parents don’t love them as much as I love you.” That made her smile (the first few times). When she got her permit, I’d let her drive the car, and instead of enjoying low-key fellowship, we’d share a dangerous adventure. As kids get older, it gets harder to spend time with them. So you watch for opportunities and make the most of them. With Sally away at college and our oldest off seeking her fortune, there’s just Wendy at home. She was a freshman last year, and I drove her to school a few times. But, Wendy much prefers the company of teenagers, and if those teenagers are performing silly stunts, all the better. I just couldn’t compete with the human torches of Milford. I look for other ways to connect with her, but am without much success so far. I really miss my 10 minutes a day with Sally. But at the beginning and end of each school year, I get to drive the 400 miles up to her college to transport Sally and all her stuff. We share the driving, but she still makes me nervous. I make sure she takes her turn just after we’ve stopped for coffee, so she’ll need to stop again soon and I can reclaim the wheel. We have friendly discussions as we ride along. She’ll ask how I’m doing and then tell me how to do better, especially with regard to managing my personnel at work and managing young Wendy at home. Sally is almost as smart as she thinks she is, and her confidence is wonderful. Her bossy advice is music to me, and I never let the lyrics bother me. Sometimes we hold hands. As I learned to do when she was in high school, I savor our time together. (And we never hit the road before noon.)
Rick can be reached at rickepstein@yahoo.com.
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