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Be Smart: Stay School-Bus Safe need to do their part while riding the bus. Here are the safety precautions that should be followed. * Walk to the bus stop, don't run. * Always use caution when crossing roadways. * Walk on the sidewalk whenever possible. If no sidewalk is present, walk in the opposite direction of traffic to be aware of on-coming traffic. * Don't fool around at the bus stop. Accidents can happen when individuals are unaware of their surroundings or distracted.
(MS) - School buses are essential modes of transportation, taking thousands of students to and from school every day. While school bus accidents are rare, riders should still practice safety aboard and around the bus. In the early days of education, students were educated in local schools within walking distance. If they needed to travel, it was by horse-drawn wagon. As the nation's roadways began to evolve, so did the methods of
getting children to school. Eventually school buses became the norm. In an effort to prevent injuries, representatives from 48 states met in 1939 to establish safety standards for school buses. Since then, several meetings, known as the National Conferences on School Transportation, have taken place to modify safety procedures and standards. In addition to safety proce-
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* Keep the aisle clear to avoid tripping hazards. * Follow the driver's instructions in the event of an emergency. * Remain seated until the bus has stopped at a particular drop-off location.
* Arrive at the bus stop early so there is no need to rush and be distracted.
* Watch for traffic when crossing the street. Always cross in front of the bus.
* Wait for the school bus to come to a complete stop and for other traffic to halt before approaching the bus. * Promptly take a seat, and remain seated throughout the
* If something is forgotten on the bus, don't try to run back and retrieve it. The driver may not expect a student to be returning to the bus.
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When's the Right Time for Children to Start School? Mattoon Middle School Many parents feel early enrollment in school is a good first step for kids' academic careers. But some experts warn that too much, too soon may not be the way to lay the ground work of a successful academic career. Some believe that waiting until a child is age 6 for formal education provides the best opportunity for learning advantages. According to a British study published in The Cambridge Primary Review in October 2008, the concensus was that formal schooling should be delayed until children reach 6. The findings offered that trying to teach literacy and math at a young age is counterproductive. If children under 6 are in school programs, they should continue to learn through play-based initiatives. An early start in school isn't necessarily a good start. Children may show the maturity and the social readiness to attend school, but they may not have the capacity to grasp concepts outside of their play-based way
of learning. Forcing information on a child who is not ready could set him or her up for aversion to school. What's more, there's no evidence that early schooling produces a more educated child in the long run. Many countries in Europe start school later than Britain or the United States. Finland, for example, begins formal training at age 7. When studied, children who started school at the age of 6 or 7 often overtook English pupils in tests of reading before the start of secondary education. Parents who have little choice but to enroll children in daycare/pre-school programs because they work should look for curriculums that feature the following: * Emphasis on play-based learning, with more time geared to kids being kids than sitting behind a desk. * Access to a computer, since so much of students' lives involve computer literacy. * Opportunities to go outside
and play when weather permits. * Interaction with books so parents can read with their children and spend time together. * Limited focus on grades and performance. Does a 3-yearold child really need a report card? * Activities that involve the family so Mom and Dad are participating in their child's education. * Small class sizes, optimalizing the teacher-to-student ratio. * A relaxed atmosphere with the time and space to explore physical and social environments. Some children are naturally more advanced than others and may benefit from earlier, more structured schooling. However, the vast majority will do fine during their academic career if they begin formal education at age 6. That doesn't mean that children can't attend school at 5. The programs should just be be less structured and more playbased.
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Financing Your Child's Future College Prep Tips for
(MS) - Saving enough money for a child's college education is a concern so great many parents began planning even before their first child was born. The escalating costs of a college education make such concerns wholly understandable. According to the College Board, a nonprofit aiming to connect students to college success and opportunity, a year of tuition and room and board at a private four-year college in 2010 increased by nearly five percent to $26,273. Public institutions, where room and board and tuition cost nearly $7,000 in 2010, increased by nearly six percent. Those numbers figure to increase dramatically for children born in 2010. While it's impossible to predict exactly what a college education will cost for a child entering school in 2028, the College Board's 2008
"Trends in College Pricing" report estimated the cost of tuition and room and board at a private four year university to be roughly $85,000 in 2028, a cost that escalates to nearly $100,000 by the time the student reaches his or her senior year. Such statistics can be scary, particularly in the current economic climate in which many families find themselves struggling to get by. However, there are ways to save for college that can make the aforementioned figures and predictions far less daunting. * Start now. As previously mentioned, many expecting parents started saving for college even before their first child was born. Such savings don't need to be too complex. For instance, assuming an eight percent annual return, parents who simply put $100 month into a sav-
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ings account for 18 years will earn $48,000 by the time those 18 years are up. * Consider stocks when building a college savings portfolio. It might seem as though the cost of college is rising faster than inflation. This is actually true. As a result, portfolios that rely on stocks can be an investor's ideal way to build the most savings long term. As a child's first day of college draws closer, shelter any returns with less risky propositions such as bonds. * Seek professional assistance. Television advertisements have increasingly noted the ease with which investors can handle their own portfolios. While portfolios might be more accessible than they once were, for many people the investment game is still as confusing as ever. A mutual fund is managed by a professional in accordance with the fund's investment objective. This allows investors to choose a fund that matches their own goals and objectives while affording them the freedom from watching the markets daily and worrying with each and every dip in the market. * Open a 529 savings plan. A 529 plan is designed to encourage saving for the future higher education expenses of a designated beneficiary. Certain qualified withdrawals are now free of federal tax, and many plans allow account holders to save in excess of $200,000 per beneficiary. No income or age restrictions apply, so a 529 can start regardless of how much parents earn or how old their beneficiary is. * Don't forget to save for retirement. As daunting as the cost of a college education 18 years from now might seem, tomorrow's college students will have far more resources for paying for that education than retirees will have for getting by in their golden years. When saving for the future, parents must remember to save for their own future as well.
High School Juniors (MS) - High school students, particularly high school seniors, anxiously anticipate their next step after high school. With the freedom and excitement of college just around the corner, it's no wonder high school seniors often catch a case of "senioritis" as the school year carries on. With university acceptance letters already in hand, many seniors might be able to relax somewhat and enjoy their waning days of high school with friends. High school juniors, however, can use their third year of high school to set themselves apart from their classmates as well as the competition at other schools. Taking the following tips to heart will not only help kids gain entry into the school of their choice, but possibly help them gain some financial assistance as well. * Consult a guidance counselor. While smaller high schools might feel more like a tight-knit community in which everyone knows one another, larger high schools can make it difficult for students to connect to the faculty at their disposal. This is especially challenging for a student/guidance counselor relationship. High school students might not have needed their guidance counselor much during their first two years of high school, but a guidance counselor should be sought out once junior year begins. Guidance counselors can help students choose the right courses as well as give advice on which standardized tests certain colleges require for admission. Guidance counselors might also be able to steer kids toward colleges the students might be interested in, helping to get the ball rolling on that process. * Study for standardized tests. Too many high school juniors feel the SAT or ACT exams are something to be worried about after junior year. While it
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can be a good approach to take these exams very early in the senior year of high school, students should begin studying for standardized tests no later than junior year of high school. The local bookstore sells exam preparation books and a student's own school might even provide preparatory classes. The more familiar a student gets with the format of the SAT or ACT exams the more comfortable that student is likely to be when it comes time to take the actual test. High school juniors hoping to gain early admission to their university of choice should consult their guidance counselor as to when the best time is to take the standardized tests that school requires. Early admissions decisions typically come in late fall, so students who have not taken standardized tests in time might not qualify for admission if those test scores are not accessible by the early application deadline. * Visit schools. High school students often have no idea what to expect from the college experience. With that in mind, it can be very difficult to choose potential schools. High school juniors can remove some of the mystery by visiting schools throughout their third year of high school. On-campus visits and open-house events provide a glimpse of what college life is like at different schools and can begin to give high school students ideas as to what they may or may not like about certain schools. For high school students who cannot make a campus visit, visit the schools' Web sites and fill out requests for information. When doing so, list potential areas of study that might be of interest and request additional information about those courses. * Research different loans, grants and scholarship opportunities. High school juniors might be surprised to learn the number of scholarship, loan and grant opportunities available to them. Oftentimes, locally based scholarships and grants have very specific requirements. High school juniors should research such requirements to ensure they have a chance at earning scholarships and grants that could help reduce the increasingly costly burden of attending a college or university.
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Carl Sandburg Elementary Students may NOT wear shoes to school with wheels in them. We ask students to wear tennis shoes on PE days. If your child wears a different type of shoe on PE days, please provide a pair of gym shoes for your child. 1st Grade Please label all items including individual crayons, pencils, and markers prior to sending them to school! (Permanent marker works great!) 1 book bag 1 - 4 oz. bottle of Elmer's GlueAll - not blue or white school glue 12 glue sticks 2* boxes of crayons, #24 2 boxes of tissues, 200 count (soft ones for our tender noses!) 12 #2 pencils, sharpened 1 set of 8 primary colored broadtip markers (Crayola brand) 1 plastic school box (Spacemaker size from Wal-Mart fits our desks) 1 box Ziploc bags (gallon, quart, or sandwich size) 2 pink pearl erasers 1 set of long colored pencils 1 pair of Fiskar scissors 4 3-pronged pocket folders (1 red, 1 yellow, 1 blue & 1 green) 1 - 1/2-inch or 1-inch 3-ring binder 1 package of Post-it notes - 3"x3" 1 composition book 1 box of gallon and 1 box of quart size Ziploc bags (BOYS ONLY) 1 box of sandwich size Ziploc bags and 1 container of baby wipes (GIRLS ONLY) For Art Class 1 sharpened pencil 1 pink eraser 1 hand-held pencil sharpener DO NOT LABEL the items that go to art class, Ziploc bag boxes or tissues. 2nd Grade 1 large book bag (to hold books, notebooks, etc.) 1 4 oz. bottle white glue (Elmer's recommended, no gel) 4 glue sticks 1 box of crayons - #24 (Crayola recommeneded) 2 boxes 200 count tissues 24 #2 pencils, sharpened 1 set of 8 primary broad-tip markers, washable, no fluorescent 1 zippered bag for pencils, not a cardboard box, cloth is best 2 large pink pearl rubber erasers 1 set long colored pencils, sharpened 4 pocket folders w/3hole fasten-
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ers (plain, no pictures 1 each of blue, red, yellow & green) 1 black fine point Sharpie marker (not ultra-fine) 1 pair pointed Fiskar scissors w/plastic handles (6"-7" long) 1 box of zip-lock freezer bags (students whose last name begiin with A-L - quart size; students whose last name begins with M-z - gallon size) Bags should be zip to close and not fold to close 1 spiral wide-ruled notebook without perforated pages - 70 pages 1 composition book - marbled, 93/4"x7-1/2" - 100 sheets 3 package of light-colored Post-it brand notes - 3"x3" (1 package = 90 sheets) For Art Class 1 Crayola washable watercolor paint set. 1 package of two (2) colored finepoint Sharpie markers Please, no Trapper Keepers! 3rd Grade No notebooks or Trapper Keepers due to limited storage space 1 book bag (please label with name) 1 4 oz. bottle of Elmer's school glue 4 small glue sticks Crayons, Markers, & Colored Pencils (classic colors) 24 #2 pencils 2 boxes of tissues, 200 count 1 school box - small plastic box (8x5) 4 plain 2-pocket folders with 3 brass fasteners - red, green, yellow & blue 1 large plastic coated 2-pocket folder for homework - to be replaced as needed 1 pair of sharp medium sized scissors (not small) 1 box of Ziploc baggies (A-M bring gallon size; N-Z bring quart size) 1 wide ruled spiral notebook 1 black Sharpie marker 1 package of wide-ruled notebook paper 2 packages of Post-it type notes 3"x3" any color For Art Class 1 Crayola washable watercolor paint set 1 package of two (2) ultra fine point Sharpies (black) 1 box Crayola colored chalk Bring all supplies at beginning of school. Please routinely ask your child about his/her supplies - some will need to be replenished throughout the year. Do not label materials with names (this will be completed at school) Individual teachers may request additional items when school begins.
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Traditional Textbooks May Be Replaced by E-Readers (MS) - E-readers are palmsized electronic devices that can offer newspapers, magazines and books as digital content. While they can be convenient for the recreational reader, e-books may be a boon to students as well. The e-reader market exploded when Amazon introduced its Kindle and Kindle 2. Sony, Barnes & Noble and other companies have also introduced their own e-reader devices. While the mainstay of e-reader revenue is generated from downloaded fiction and nonfiction books, e-book reader companies are realizing the benefits of offering digital versions of textbooks as well. Amazon has already contracted with three textbook companies to offer digital editions. This could mark the move from cumbersome textbooks to compact information. Many professors already instruct their students to go online for information, to read blogs or download digital content from Web sites capable of staying current in today's increasingly fast news cycle. Soon they may be instructing them to purchase the latest editions of textbooks delivered right to an e-reader device. There are several advantages to having textbook material recliners starting at
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available for e-readers. The first, and most obvious, is the weight issue. The average college student takes 5 classes per semester. That can equal 5 or more textbooks to purchase, each weighing several pounds. A student has the potential to be carrying 50 pounds on his or her back at any given time, and that can lead to injury. In comparison, most e-readers weigh just a few ounces and can hold a thousand books or more, depending on file size. A student can carry all of the required textbooks right in a back pocket. The next advantage is cost. While e-readers require an upfront cost of roughly $300, some textbooks can cost as much. Although the cost of textbook material delivered to an e-reader is still unknown, and likely based on the individual publisher, it may be more affordable than oncampus book store prices. Also, should a traditional textbook be lost, a student has to repurchase it. Many e-readers feature backup ability, where a previously purchased book can be retrieved free from a database or storage device. Convenience is another factor for e-books. Students simply browse wirelessly for their desired reading and download it in mere minutes. This is certainly
more time-efficient than waiting on long lines at the campus bookstore or waiting for books to be delivered through the mail from online sources. E-readers have the potential to be successful for school use, but they need to have the support of professors behind them. For a device like e-readers to garner broad acceptance, institutions may need to make the devices part of the school's requirements. This is similar to many schools requiring all students own a laptop. Students who are unable to afford an ereader may be subsidized for the device or be able to use student loans to pay for them. E-readers can be advantageous in the classroom and students can also use them for their own personal purposes.
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Technology Helping Today's Students and Teachers (MS) - Since the turn of the century, technology has changed just about every aspect of life. Perhaps nowhere is that more evident than in the increasing rate of cellular phone subscribers. According to CTIA-The Wireless Association(R), an international nonprofit representing the wireless communications industry, cell phone subscribers totaled a little more than 86 million in 1999. By 2008, that figured had ballooned to more than 262 million, a staggering increase in such a short period of time. The growth of cell phone subscribers is indicative of the growing reliance the world has placed on technology. Few people can envision the world before cell phones were so prevalent, even though such was the case as recently as 15 years ago. While some scoff at society's apparent dependence on technology, technology has paid innumerable dividends in many areas of life, including the classroom. Students can now access more information much more quickly than their mothers and fathers could when they were students. Such readily available access has helped students and educators in a number of ways. * Interactive Web sites can help kids better understand coursework. The Internet has both its advantages and disadvantages with respect to kids. One clear benefit is the use of interactive Web sites to help children learn. For example, children can now visit a Web site, read a story for class and then answer questions pertaining to what they just read. When done with a given quiz or questionnaire, kids are then shown how they fared.
In many cases, these post-quiz breakdowns show kids which questions they answered right and which they answered incorrectly. Such interaction allows information to sink in instantly, as opposed to waiting until the next day in class when the materials are discussed. Interactive Web sites are available for most subjects, including math and spelling. * Technology has helped improve the lines of communication between students and teachers. Thanks to e-mail, today's educators are more accessible than ever before. This is especially important when considering today's kids tend to be busier than ever before, with school and social commitments often making it difficult for students to meet with their teachers for one-on-one instruction. With e-mail, however, today's students can e-mail their professors whenever a question or issue regarding their study
arises. In many cases, e-mail access has improved the line of communication between student and teacher, especially among students who might be too shy to ask a question in the classroom. * Technology has improved kids' comfort level. Many moms and dads marvel at their kids' ability to adapt to computers. But today's kids are not all natural born computer whizzes. Instead, they merely grew up with the technology and therefore find it more natural to work with. This has helped improve children's comfort level in the modern classroom, where computers have become increasingly prevalent. Nowadays, many kids are familiar, or at the very least acquainted, with computers before they enter kindergarten. As a result, once they do begin school and see computers in the classroom they're less likely to be intimidated and more likely to feel right at home.
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(MS) -Grade point average, or GPA, is a number that follows students through high school and college. An often accurate representation of a student's academic performance, GPA is always changing, giving students constant opportunities to improve as a result. A GPA is a cumulative number that represents grades as a numerical value divided by the number of courses taken. The higher a student's GPA, the better that student has performed in school. Colleges may base acceptances on high school GPA and additional aptitude tests, including the SAT exam. Once in a college or university, a student's GPA can earn him or her academic awards and advancements. Students hoping to boost their GPA should keep the following tips in mind. * Keep course load in mind. High schoolers may not be able to dictate the number of classes they take, but they can limit their extracurricular activities or extra-credit projects. For college students, don't try to pack your schedule full of classes. Too many classes can make it difficult to devote adequate study time to each class. Taking six classes and getting a C in each is less beneficial than taking five classes and earning straight As. * Focus on the big picture instead of just the grade. When in class, do your best to pay attention, learn and study. Changing your approach to focus on learning, rather than having a specific grade in mind, will lessen the pressure and make your goals more attainable. * Don't procrastinate. Do assignments promptly to allow for proofreading and reworking, if necessary. For example, if you
have a writing assignment due, give yourself time for rewrites. Chances are if you edit your material, the final copy will be better than the first draft. Doing the assignment the night before it is due gives you little time for revision. * Ask the instructor for assistance. Use your teacher as a sounding board for ideas. If you do assignments early, you can get the teacher's feedback on whether you're taking the right path or should explore another angle. Many teachers will be willing to give advice or steer you in the right direction. This can easily boost your grade and show him or her that you're putting in the effort. * Give all classes equal attention. Some college students pad their schedule with one or two "easy" classes in an effort to boost their GPA. However, most times there's no such thing as an easy class. Taking Introduction to Astronomy or Horseback Riding 101 simply because you think it will be a breeze may backfire, especially if you don't put the same level of effort into the course. That "easy" course can quickly turn difficult if you're getting Ds because of lack of effort. * Participate in class. Many teachers and professors factor class participation into their grading method. So while tests and homework may be important, the extra factor can be class participation. Don't expect to sit mum all semester and get a great grade. Your teacher wants to hear from you. Participation also can make absorbing the material easier because you're actively involved instead of playing a spectator's role.
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Jefferson Elementary Skip Boring School Lunches Grade 4 1 plastic school box (preferably space maker supply box w/zipper) 1 pkg. #2 pencils 1 yellow highlighter 1 red ink pen 1 box crayons 1 box colored pencils 1 set (8) small tip markers (for art) 1 set (8) wide tip markers (for art) 1 pair sharp pointed scissors 1 8 oz. bottle of glue (Glue All) 1 glue stick 1 clear plastic or wooden metric/standard ruler (no fold up rulers) 1 pkg. wide-ruled notebook paper 3 spiral-bound notebooks 1 2" 3-ring binder or trapper keeper 1 notebook dividers with tabs (pkg. of 8) 1 vinyl zipper pouch with holes 1 pocket folder for music 1 large box tissue
Team teachers may request additional items. Please replenish supplies during the year as needed. Grade 5 1 plastic school box (for art) preferably Space Maker Supply Box) 1 set watercolors for art 1 set (8) fine tip markers for art 1 set (8) wide tip markers for art 1 box colored pencils 7 folders with pockets 12 pencils (2 for music) 1 pair sharp point scissors 1 metric/standard ruler 4 glue sticks 2 large box Kleenex 2 small erasers (1 for music) 3 composition notebooks 1 pkg. post-it notes (3x3) 1 pkg. of highlighters/ or 1 highlighter 1 pkg. wide-ruled loose leaf paper (200 count) Please replenish supplies during the year as needed.
Grade 6 1 3-ring binder (2 inch) 1 set of tabbed dividers with pockets 1 pen/pencil pouch to fit in binder (1 for music) 2 packages notebook paper (wide-ruled) 5 folders with prongs and pockets (1 for music) 2 CD-R’s (music) 3 spiral notebooks 24 pencils 1 eraser 1 pair sharp point scissors 1 box colored pencils 1 ruler with standard and metric markings 6 glue sticks (white or clear) 1 box 24 crayons 1 set (8) fine point felt tip markers (for art) 1 set (8) wide tip markers (for art) 1 set watercolors (for Art) 2 large or 4 small boxes of facial tissues 1 container for supplies (no larger than a shoebox) 3 composition notebooks 1 combination lock (optional) Sticky notes for whole class use Other subject related supplies might be requested as needed at a later date. Please replenish supplies during the year as needed.
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(MS) - A brown paper bag or a plastic lunch box. No two items can elicit such fear in the hearts of parents across the country. They seem like harmless items on the surface, but it's coming up with what goes inside can be truly scary. Day after day, creating new lunch ideas that children will actually eat can be challenging. Parents are often short on time in the evening or the morning before the bus arrives and may be at a loss as to what foods to keep stocked in the pantry, which makes planning lunches a taller order than it may seem. Rest assured that concocting school lunches doesn't have to be difficult. Follow these tips for lunchtime success. * Think outside the bread. Bread can be boring. Skip the sandwiches and think of other foods that can serve as the wrapping for tasty foods. Tortillas, pitas, pizza crusts, and crackers are other ideas for topping or holding items together. What's more, rolling up a tortilla or topping your own pizza is much more fun than biting into that standard PB&J sandwich. * Explore more mature flavors. Who says kids only want bologna and cheese? Ask your child what he or she enjoys eating and stock up on those ingre-
dients. For example, if you enjoy a wrap of grilled chicken with fresh mozzarella and basil, your child might as well. * Make it fun. Pack lunch according to a theme. Maybe Monday is all round-shaped foods. Tuesday may be cowboy themed, with southern flair. On Wednesday all the foods may be red. Your child will be eating the same foods he or she always did but just in a more interesting way. Chances are if it's fun to eat, the kids will be on board. * Involve the kids. Make a chart that lists foods in specific categories: fruit, vegetable, meat, dairy, and snack. Enable your child to pick the combination he or she desires each day. Involving children in meal creation helps make them more in tune with food choices and more likely to eat what they have chosen. * Who says lunch has to be "lunch"? Instead of packing the requisite lunch foods, consider breakfast items instead. Maybe your child will enjoy a banana wrapped in a pancake or yogurt topped with crunchy granola. A mini bagel packaged with an individual serving of cream cheese and jelly could fit the bill, too. As long as your child is eating a healthy, balanced meal, it doesn't matter what the foods may be.
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Getting Kids Ready for the Big Day
Banning Junk Food in Schools (MS) - Nutrition experts have long urged schools to cut down on the amount of sugary and fattening foods they have available on campus. Now the U.S. government is flexing its muscles regarding the junk food ban. There's a food fight going on, and it involves the government, schools and students. Legislation was proposed in February 2010 to ban sugary drinks and other junk foods from schools. But many argue that removing vending machines and fatty foods from schools may do little to impact growing obesity rates among the country's youth and may only fuel students to "smuggle" in foods of their choice. There is also concern over the foods that are the staples of school fundraisers. Candy bars, cookies, holiday treats -- all of these items are frequently sold to raise money for athletic teams and other extracurricular clubs. Will the junk food ban extend to restricting chocolate bar sales for the glee club? Part of the legislature is a result of the First Lady's pledge to make childhood obesity her mission du jour. Michelle Obama says importance has to be placed on this issue. According to the CDC, childhood obesity has tripled in the last 30 years. A combination of increased caloric intake and sedentary lifestyles has led many children to be classified as obese. As of 2008, 19.6 percent of children ages 6 to 11 were and 18.1 percent of adolescents 12 to
19 were obese. Obesity puts individuals at risk for many health ailments. Increased risk for cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure are some concerns. Cancer, type 2 diabetes and joint problems are also an increased risk for overweight kids. Many schools have already taken on individual initiatives to reduce unhealthy foods in schools and beef up the offerings of healthy alternatives. A federal push in schools could see an overhaul of school breakfast and lunch programs that would mean additional money spent by school districts that are already tapped for funds. Healthier foods tend to cost more to buy and produce. Some detractors argue that a ban will not alleviate the problems. Students who cannot buy junk food at school will simply bring it with them from home or indulge after school hours. Perhaps more education on healthy eating, including showing students that healthier alternatives can still be tasty, is a better route to putting a dent in obesity numbers. Plus, it's up to parents and caregivers to do their part, say health experts. If the message for healthy eating does not extend beyond school property, kids are less likely to get the message. Therefore, healthy foods will have to be a part of home life as well.
(MS) - Kindergarten will be many children's first foray into school. Their experiences in kindergarten can set the scene for a lifetime of learning. To start laying the foundation for your child's entrance into formal education, consider the following tips. * Identify the school your child will attend. You can call your county school board or sim-
ply ask other parents in the area. Some communities assign schools, while others allow parents to choose their child's school. When determining which case applies to your community, inquire about bus service as well. * Some schools have full-day kindergarten programs, while others offer half-day. This may be district-specified or the choice of the parent. * Visit the school to find out about registration requirements. You'll likely have to fill out forms and provide proof of residence. The school also will inform you of any rules they have, including copies of health records, screenings or placement testing. * A routine physical exam and a copy of immunization records will most likely be required. Visit your child's pediatrician to ensure that he or she is up-to-date with shots and receives a health check-up. Proof of dental visits may be required. * If your child will be attending a private school, the school may have registration fees, supply fees, uniform requirements, and other expenses. It's important to find out about these costs ahead of time. * Visit the school with your child ahead of time. Attend a kindergarten open house or
school tour. This way kids can become familiar with the premises and won't be caught off guard the first day of school. A tour will provide an example of the school's layout and overall atmosphere. * Make friends with parents whose children attend the school. Set up a play date so your child will see some familiar faces on the first day of school. * Talk about attending school and make it seem like a positive experience. Let kids know school is something to look forward to. Some children get excited about kindergarten just because they get to ride the bus. * Shop for a backpack and a lunch box early on so that your child will be excited for school. Enable him or her to choose supplies in the theme of choice. * Find out which types of lessons your child will be learning and begin to practice some of them at home, including the alphabet, preliminary math and writing. * Always use positive reinforcement and talk about school in an upbeat way. This increases the likelihood that kids will look at school in a positive light. * Discuss fears and concerns about kindergarten with your child. This way you can work out situations before the first day of school starts.
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Mattoon Elementary .Kindergarten Crayons: 3 boxes of 24 - regular size (washable) Crayola preferred Glue: 3, 8 oz. bottles of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 1 package of 6, yellow #2, sharpened, please Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola washable, classic colors, preferred School box for school supplies, 5" x 8" Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Eraser: 1 Pink Pearl preferred Kindermat: foldable type Zip top bags, 1 box sandwich size, and 1 box gallon size Grade 1 Crayons: 2 boxes of 24 - regular size (washable), Crayola preferred Glue: 1 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 8. Elmer’s preferred Scissors: Fiskar's pointed metal blade preferred Pencils: package of 24, #2-sized, yellow, sharpened, please. Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred School box for school supplies, 5" x 8" Tissue: 2 boxes of 250 count Erasers: 3, Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: two, 2-pocket folders. Please, no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers Zip top bags: 1 box sandwich size and 1 box gallon sized Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are
required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 2 Crayons: box of 16, (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 3 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: package of 24, #2 sized, sharpened, please Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola , Washable, Classic Colors preferred Eraser: 2 Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: two, 2 pocket folders. Please no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 70 page notebook: two spiral bound, 1 subject, 8 1/2" x 11" wide lines (not college-ruled) Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Post-it notes (3x3): 2 Zip top bags: girls=1 box quart size; boys=1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school)
highlighters Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Eraser: 2 Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: six, 2 pocket folders. Please, no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 70 page notebook: two spiral bound, 1-subject, 8 1/2" x11" wide lines (not college-ruled) Loose leaf paper: 1 package of 100 count Tissue: 3 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Post-it notes Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 4 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 2 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred
Helping Christian Families Train Their Children 4 Year old kindergarten through Grade 12 Traditional Christian Curriculum Teacher Taught Classes Emphasis on Character Development Striving for Academic Excellence Art, Music Girl’s Volleyball Team (grades 7-12) Girl’s Basketball Team (grades 7-12) Boy’s Basketball Teams (grades 3-12) State Recognized (K-12) School
Now Receiving Applications 2605 University Drive Call 345-4476 for more information This school is a ministry of Charleston Bible Church
Pencils: 48 regular size #2 sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Eraser: 2 packages pencil-top erasers Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Notebook paper: 8 1/2" x 11" wide lined, not college ruled, loose leaf, 250 sheets Pocket folders: 8 pocket folders. Please, no spiral bound notebooks. Tissue: 2 boxes of 250 count Post-it notes Zipper pencil bag Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 5 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's pre-
ferred Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 24 - regular size #2, sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Eraser: Pink Pearl preferred Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Notebook paper: 8 1/2" x 11" wide-lined, not college rulerd, loose leaf, 250 sheets Riddle only: 3 ring binder: 2 inch, with subject divider tabs. Please, no spiral bound notebooks or Trapper Keepers. Williams only: pocket folder: 5 pocket folder. Please, no spiral bound notebooks or Trapper Keepers. Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school)
Watch Out for Head Lice
Grade 3 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 2 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 48 regular size #2, sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred Highlighters: 2 chisel-tipped
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(MS) - In an era when mobile phones provide Internet access and laser eye surgery restores vision in one visit, it might seem incredulous that a tiny, parasitic bug could cause such havoc. But lice are alive and well and continue to plague school children and their parents. Lice are very small insects that live in the hair. They feed on blood and reproduce right on the scalp. A louse can live for up to 30 days on a person. Eggs --
called nits -- can survive for two weeks. Because they spread through close contact with other people, lice are a common concern in the classroom. Students frequently share close proximity with others and may store their coats, hats and other belongings in lockers or cubbies directly next to others. Should one student have lice, the rest of the students are at risk. A lice infestation is identifiable by a few different symptoms. Initially, visibly identify lice and their eggs. Nits look like dandruff flakes, but do not fall off the hair shaft easily like dandruff. Rather, they are coated with a sticky substance that keeps them on the hair securely. Lice are very small, but can be seen moving on the scalp if one looks closely. They are commonly found around the ears and at the top of the neck where eggs are laid. Bumps on the scalp, shoul-
ders and neck where lice have bitten can also indicate a problem, as can intense itching of the scalp. Treatment for lice includes medicated shampoos and lotions designed to kill the live bugs and their eggs. These can be bought over-the-counter. If the OTC shampoos do not work, a doctor can offer a prescription for a stronger medicine. Removal of the nits with a comb is also recommended. Lice can live off of the scalp for a short period of time. It pays to treat porous fabrics, such as carpeting and upholstery, with sprays designed to kill lice as a precaution. Thoroughly launder linens and clothing of the infected person. It is important not to send a child to school until lice treatment has been completed. Part of the reason lice are so troublesome is that there is a high chance of reinfestation.
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Savvy School Supply Saving Tips (MS) - Perhaps no time of year is as bittersweet for parents as the back-to-school season. Gone are the relaxing days of summer, but back are the days when kids get excited about school and the extracurricular activities that come with it. As bittersweet as back to school can be, one aspect few parents enjoy is the annual school supply shopping trip. Students of all ages must purchase school supplies each year, and parents with more than one child in school might cringe at the costs of such supplies. The following shopping tips should help savvy parents prepare their kids to start the school year on the right foot. * Take inventory. Most parents remember the last day of school growing up, when pens, papers and notebooks were set aside for the summer the moment the final bell rang. However, unless kids threw everything in the trash on their way out of school, chances are many of their supplies from last year are still lying around the house. While last year's notebooks may not be reusable, locate pens, rulers and other
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supplies that are in good shape, and take inventory of what you can reuse and what new items should be purchased. * Make a list. Today's school supplies are flashier than ever, essentially transforming the school supply aisle into something that would fit right in at the local toy store. Kids are typically as mesmerized by the school supply aisle as they are when they visit a toy store, so parents should make a list before heading out and stick to that list to avoid overspending. Once that list has been made, parents should choose a store that allows them to get school shopping done in one fell swoop.
* Start shopping early. Many of today's teachers post a class syllabus online well in advance of the first day of school. The syllabus typically lists the supplies and textbooks the class requires. * Purchase supplies that excite your child. In essence, school supplies are designed to help children be the best students they can be and inspire them to do their best work. With the right supplies, kids are prepared to achieve and succeed. By letting kids select a few supplies that express their personality and excite them about the new school year, they're more likely to be engaged in and excited about the back-to-school process.
7th Grade Pencils, replenished throughout the year Black, blue and red pens Erasers 1 - highlighter 3 boxes of tissues Loose leaf paper - 2 packages 4 - pocket folders with holes Scientific Calculator (TI-30 XA) 2 - spiral notebooks 4 glue sticks Colored pencils 1 - 1 1/2 " binder with 5 tab dividers 1 - pack of 3x5 notecards with lines Pencil Case with a pencil sharpener 1 - pack of 4 dry erase markers 1 - package of sticky notes 1 - composition notebook Black Team: 1 - roll of scotch tape For Math class: Last Name starts with: A-I: markers J-R: colored pencils S-Z: Crayons *Thumb drive is not required but may be helpful for saving projects
*Individual teachers may require additional supplies for specific classes. You will be informed of these in the first few days of school, or may find them on the team website. 8th Grade Scientific Calculator (TI 30XA or TI 30XIIS) 2 boxes of tissues Glue sticks 1 pkg. Vis-a-Vis markers 2 highlighters 1 black permanent marker Pens and pencils Pink eraser 1 pkg. of lined note cards Loose leaf notebook paper 1 pkg. Post-it notes 1 pkg. of dividers One 3-ring binder (2 inch) Optional: travel/flash drive Additional items for Red team: 8 - 70 page spiral notebooks 1 composition book 3 Scotch tape refills Additional items for Gold team: 2 - 70 page spiral notebooks
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Mattoon Elementary .Kindergarten Crayons: 3 boxes of 24 - regular size (washable) Crayola preferred Glue: 3, 8 oz. bottles of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 1 package of 6, yellow #2, sharpened, please Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola washable, classic colors, preferred School box for school supplies, 5" x 8" Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Eraser: 1 Pink Pearl preferred Kindermat: foldable type Zip top bags, 1 box sandwich size, and 1 box gallon size Grade 1 Crayons: 2 boxes of 24 - regular size (washable), Crayola preferred Glue: 1 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 8. Elmer’s preferred Scissors: Fiskar's pointed metal blade preferred Pencils: package of 24, #2-sized, yellow, sharpened, please. Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred School box for school supplies, 5" x 8" Tissue: 2 boxes of 250 count Erasers: 3, Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: two, 2-pocket folders. Please, no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers Zip top bags: 1 box sandwich size and 1 box gallon sized Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are
required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 2 Crayons: box of 16, (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 3 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: package of 24, #2 sized, sharpened, please Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola , Washable, Classic Colors preferred Eraser: 2 Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: two, 2 pocket folders. Please no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 70 page notebook: two spiral bound, 1 subject, 8 1/2" x 11" wide lines (not college-ruled) Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Post-it notes (3x3): 2 Zip top bags: girls=1 box quart size; boys=1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school)
highlighters Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Eraser: 2 Pink Pearl preferred Pocket folders: six, 2 pocket folders. Please, no 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 70 page notebook: two spiral bound, 1-subject, 8 1/2" x11" wide lines (not college-ruled) Loose leaf paper: 1 package of 100 count Tissue: 3 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Post-it notes Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 4 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 2 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred
Helping Christian Families Train Their Children 4 Year old kindergarten through Grade 12 Traditional Christian Curriculum Teacher Taught Classes Emphasis on Character Development Striving for Academic Excellence Art, Music Girl’s Volleyball Team (grades 7-12) Girl’s Basketball Team (grades 7-12) Boy’s Basketball Teams (grades 3-12) State Recognized (K-12) School
Now Receiving Applications 2605 University Drive Call 345-4476 for more information This school is a ministry of Charleston Bible Church
Pencils: 48 regular size #2 sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Eraser: 2 packages pencil-top erasers Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Notebook paper: 8 1/2" x 11" wide lined, not college ruled, loose leaf, 250 sheets Pocket folders: 8 pocket folders. Please, no spiral bound notebooks. Tissue: 2 boxes of 250 count Post-it notes Zipper pencil bag Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school) Grade 5 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's pre-
ferred Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 24 - regular size #2, sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Eraser: Pink Pearl preferred Colored pencils: package of 12, Crayola preferred Notebook paper: 8 1/2" x 11" wide-lined, not college rulerd, loose leaf, 250 sheets Riddle only: 3 ring binder: 2 inch, with subject divider tabs. Please, no spiral bound notebooks or Trapper Keepers. Williams only: pocket folder: 5 pocket folder. Please, no spiral bound notebooks or Trapper Keepers. Tissue: 1 box of 250 count Zipper pencil bag Zip top bags: 1 box quart size, and 1 box gallon size Gym shoes are required for P.E. class (no additional shoes are required if gym shoes are worn to school)
Watch Out for Head Lice
Grade 3 Crayons: box of 24 (washable) Glue: one 8 oz. bottle of white squeeze type, Elmer's preferred Glue sticks: 2 Scissors: Fiskar's metal blade preferred Pencils: 48 regular size #2, sharpened, and please, no mechanical pencils Markers: 1 box of 8, Crayola, Washable, Classic Colors preferred Highlighters: 2 chisel-tipped
Charleston Christian Academy
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(MS) - In an era when mobile phones provide Internet access and laser eye surgery restores vision in one visit, it might seem incredulous that a tiny, parasitic bug could cause such havoc. But lice are alive and well and continue to plague school children and their parents. Lice are very small insects that live in the hair. They feed on blood and reproduce right on the scalp. A louse can live for up to 30 days on a person. Eggs --
called nits -- can survive for two weeks. Because they spread through close contact with other people, lice are a common concern in the classroom. Students frequently share close proximity with others and may store their coats, hats and other belongings in lockers or cubbies directly next to others. Should one student have lice, the rest of the students are at risk. A lice infestation is identifiable by a few different symptoms. Initially, visibly identify lice and their eggs. Nits look like dandruff flakes, but do not fall off the hair shaft easily like dandruff. Rather, they are coated with a sticky substance that keeps them on the hair securely. Lice are very small, but can be seen moving on the scalp if one looks closely. They are commonly found around the ears and at the top of the neck where eggs are laid. Bumps on the scalp, shoul-
ders and neck where lice have bitten can also indicate a problem, as can intense itching of the scalp. Treatment for lice includes medicated shampoos and lotions designed to kill the live bugs and their eggs. These can be bought over-the-counter. If the OTC shampoos do not work, a doctor can offer a prescription for a stronger medicine. Removal of the nits with a comb is also recommended. Lice can live off of the scalp for a short period of time. It pays to treat porous fabrics, such as carpeting and upholstery, with sprays designed to kill lice as a precaution. Thoroughly launder linens and clothing of the infected person. It is important not to send a child to school until lice treatment has been completed. Part of the reason lice are so troublesome is that there is a high chance of reinfestation.
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Charleston Middle School
Savvy School Supply Saving Tips (MS) - Perhaps no time of year is as bittersweet for parents as the back-to-school season. Gone are the relaxing days of summer, but back are the days when kids get excited about school and the extracurricular activities that come with it. As bittersweet as back to school can be, one aspect few parents enjoy is the annual school supply shopping trip. Students of all ages must purchase school supplies each year, and parents with more than one child in school might cringe at the costs of such supplies. The following shopping tips should help savvy parents prepare their kids to start the school year on the right foot. * Take inventory. Most parents remember the last day of school growing up, when pens, papers and notebooks were set aside for the summer the moment the final bell rang. However, unless kids threw everything in the trash on their way out of school, chances are many of their supplies from last year are still lying around the house. While last year's notebooks may not be reusable, locate pens, rulers and other
½ Price Back To School Shopping AT
REPEAT BOUTIQUE
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supplies that are in good shape, and take inventory of what you can reuse and what new items should be purchased. * Make a list. Today's school supplies are flashier than ever, essentially transforming the school supply aisle into something that would fit right in at the local toy store. Kids are typically as mesmerized by the school supply aisle as they are when they visit a toy store, so parents should make a list before heading out and stick to that list to avoid overspending. Once that list has been made, parents should choose a store that allows them to get school shopping done in one fell swoop.
* Start shopping early. Many of today's teachers post a class syllabus online well in advance of the first day of school. The syllabus typically lists the supplies and textbooks the class requires. * Purchase supplies that excite your child. In essence, school supplies are designed to help children be the best students they can be and inspire them to do their best work. With the right supplies, kids are prepared to achieve and succeed. By letting kids select a few supplies that express their personality and excite them about the new school year, they're more likely to be engaged in and excited about the back-to-school process.
7th Grade Pencils, replenished throughout the year Black, blue and red pens Erasers 1 - highlighter 3 boxes of tissues Loose leaf paper - 2 packages 4 - pocket folders with holes Scientific Calculator (TI-30 XA) 2 - spiral notebooks 4 glue sticks Colored pencils 1 - 1 1/2 " binder with 5 tab dividers 1 - pack of 3x5 notecards with lines Pencil Case with a pencil sharpener 1 - pack of 4 dry erase markers 1 - package of sticky notes 1 - composition notebook Black Team: 1 - roll of scotch tape For Math class: Last Name starts with: A-I: markers J-R: colored pencils S-Z: Crayons *Thumb drive is not required but may be helpful for saving projects
*Individual teachers may require additional supplies for specific classes. You will be informed of these in the first few days of school, or may find them on the team website. 8th Grade Scientific Calculator (TI 30XA or TI 30XIIS) 2 boxes of tissues Glue sticks 1 pkg. Vis-a-Vis markers 2 highlighters 1 black permanent marker Pens and pencils Pink eraser 1 pkg. of lined note cards Loose leaf notebook paper 1 pkg. Post-it notes 1 pkg. of dividers One 3-ring binder (2 inch) Optional: travel/flash drive Additional items for Red team: 8 - 70 page spiral notebooks 1 composition book 3 Scotch tape refills Additional items for Gold team: 2 - 70 page spiral notebooks
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Jefferson Elementary Skip Boring School Lunches Grade 4 1 plastic school box (preferably space maker supply box w/zipper) 1 pkg. #2 pencils 1 yellow highlighter 1 red ink pen 1 box crayons 1 box colored pencils 1 set (8) small tip markers (for art) 1 set (8) wide tip markers (for art) 1 pair sharp pointed scissors 1 8 oz. bottle of glue (Glue All) 1 glue stick 1 clear plastic or wooden metric/standard ruler (no fold up rulers) 1 pkg. wide-ruled notebook paper 3 spiral-bound notebooks 1 2" 3-ring binder or trapper keeper 1 notebook dividers with tabs (pkg. of 8) 1 vinyl zipper pouch with holes 1 pocket folder for music 1 large box tissue
Team teachers may request additional items. Please replenish supplies during the year as needed. Grade 5 1 plastic school box (for art) preferably Space Maker Supply Box) 1 set watercolors for art 1 set (8) fine tip markers for art 1 set (8) wide tip markers for art 1 box colored pencils 7 folders with pockets 12 pencils (2 for music) 1 pair sharp point scissors 1 metric/standard ruler 4 glue sticks 2 large box Kleenex 2 small erasers (1 for music) 3 composition notebooks 1 pkg. post-it notes (3x3) 1 pkg. of highlighters/ or 1 highlighter 1 pkg. wide-ruled loose leaf paper (200 count) Please replenish supplies during the year as needed.
Grade 6 1 3-ring binder (2 inch) 1 set of tabbed dividers with pockets 1 pen/pencil pouch to fit in binder (1 for music) 2 packages notebook paper (wide-ruled) 5 folders with prongs and pockets (1 for music) 2 CD-R’s (music) 3 spiral notebooks 24 pencils 1 eraser 1 pair sharp point scissors 1 box colored pencils 1 ruler with standard and metric markings 6 glue sticks (white or clear) 1 box 24 crayons 1 set (8) fine point felt tip markers (for art) 1 set (8) wide tip markers (for art) 1 set watercolors (for Art) 2 large or 4 small boxes of facial tissues 1 container for supplies (no larger than a shoebox) 3 composition notebooks 1 combination lock (optional) Sticky notes for whole class use Other subject related supplies might be requested as needed at a later date. Please replenish supplies during the year as needed.
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(MS) - A brown paper bag or a plastic lunch box. No two items can elicit such fear in the hearts of parents across the country. They seem like harmless items on the surface, but it's coming up with what goes inside can be truly scary. Day after day, creating new lunch ideas that children will actually eat can be challenging. Parents are often short on time in the evening or the morning before the bus arrives and may be at a loss as to what foods to keep stocked in the pantry, which makes planning lunches a taller order than it may seem. Rest assured that concocting school lunches doesn't have to be difficult. Follow these tips for lunchtime success. * Think outside the bread. Bread can be boring. Skip the sandwiches and think of other foods that can serve as the wrapping for tasty foods. Tortillas, pitas, pizza crusts, and crackers are other ideas for topping or holding items together. What's more, rolling up a tortilla or topping your own pizza is much more fun than biting into that standard PB&J sandwich. * Explore more mature flavors. Who says kids only want bologna and cheese? Ask your child what he or she enjoys eating and stock up on those ingre-
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Banning Junk Food in Schools (MS) - Nutrition experts have long urged schools to cut down on the amount of sugary and fattening foods they have available on campus. Now the U.S. government is flexing its muscles regarding the junk food ban. There's a food fight going on, and it involves the government, schools and students. Legislation was proposed in February 2010 to ban sugary drinks and other junk foods from schools. But many argue that removing vending machines and fatty foods from schools may do little to impact growing obesity rates among the country's youth and may only fuel students to "smuggle" in foods of their choice. There is also concern over the foods that are the staples of school fundraisers. Candy bars, cookies, holiday treats -- all of these items are frequently sold to raise money for athletic teams and other extracurricular clubs. Will the junk food ban extend to restricting chocolate bar sales for the glee club? Part of the legislature is a result of the First Lady's pledge to make childhood obesity her mission du jour. Michelle Obama says importance has to be placed on this issue. According to the CDC, childhood obesity has tripled in the last 30 years. A combination of increased caloric intake and sedentary lifestyles has led many children to be classified as obese. As of 2008, 19.6 percent of children ages 6 to 11 were and 18.1 percent of adolescents 12 to
19 were obese. Obesity puts individuals at risk for many health ailments. Increased risk for cardiovascular disease, high cholesterol and high blood pressure are some concerns. Cancer, type 2 diabetes and joint problems are also an increased risk for overweight kids. Many schools have already taken on individual initiatives to reduce unhealthy foods in schools and beef up the offerings of healthy alternatives. A federal push in schools could see an overhaul of school breakfast and lunch programs that would mean additional money spent by school districts that are already tapped for funds. Healthier foods tend to cost more to buy and produce. Some detractors argue that a ban will not alleviate the problems. Students who cannot buy junk food at school will simply bring it with them from home or indulge after school hours. Perhaps more education on healthy eating, including showing students that healthier alternatives can still be tasty, is a better route to putting a dent in obesity numbers. Plus, it's up to parents and caregivers to do their part, say health experts. If the message for healthy eating does not extend beyond school property, kids are less likely to get the message. Therefore, healthy foods will have to be a part of home life as well.
(MS) - Kindergarten will be many children's first foray into school. Their experiences in kindergarten can set the scene for a lifetime of learning. To start laying the foundation for your child's entrance into formal education, consider the following tips. * Identify the school your child will attend. You can call your county school board or sim-
ply ask other parents in the area. Some communities assign schools, while others allow parents to choose their child's school. When determining which case applies to your community, inquire about bus service as well. * Some schools have full-day kindergarten programs, while others offer half-day. This may be district-specified or the choice of the parent. * Visit the school to find out about registration requirements. You'll likely have to fill out forms and provide proof of residence. The school also will inform you of any rules they have, including copies of health records, screenings or placement testing. * A routine physical exam and a copy of immunization records will most likely be required. Visit your child's pediatrician to ensure that he or she is up-to-date with shots and receives a health check-up. Proof of dental visits may be required. * If your child will be attending a private school, the school may have registration fees, supply fees, uniform requirements, and other expenses. It's important to find out about these costs ahead of time. * Visit the school with your child ahead of time. Attend a kindergarten open house or
school tour. This way kids can become familiar with the premises and won't be caught off guard the first day of school. A tour will provide an example of the school's layout and overall atmosphere. * Make friends with parents whose children attend the school. Set up a play date so your child will see some familiar faces on the first day of school. * Talk about attending school and make it seem like a positive experience. Let kids know school is something to look forward to. Some children get excited about kindergarten just because they get to ride the bus. * Shop for a backpack and a lunch box early on so that your child will be excited for school. Enable him or her to choose supplies in the theme of choice. * Find out which types of lessons your child will be learning and begin to practice some of them at home, including the alphabet, preliminary math and writing. * Always use positive reinforcement and talk about school in an upbeat way. This increases the likelihood that kids will look at school in a positive light. * Discuss fears and concerns about kindergarten with your child. This way you can work out situations before the first day of school starts.
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available for e-readers. The first, and most obvious, is the weight issue. The average college student takes 5 classes per semester. That can equal 5 or more textbooks to purchase, each weighing several pounds. A student has the potential to be carrying 50 pounds on his or her back at any given time, and that can lead to injury. In comparison, most e-readers weigh just a few ounces and can hold a thousand books or more, depending on file size. A student can carry all of the required textbooks right in a back pocket. The next advantage is cost. While e-readers require an upfront cost of roughly $300, some textbooks can cost as much. Although the cost of textbook material delivered to an e-reader is still unknown, and likely based on the individual publisher, it may be more affordable than oncampus book store prices. Also, should a traditional textbook be lost, a student has to repurchase it. Many e-readers feature backup ability, where a previously purchased book can be retrieved free from a database or storage device. Convenience is another factor for e-books. Students simply browse wirelessly for their desired reading and download it in mere minutes. This is certainly
more time-efficient than waiting on long lines at the campus bookstore or waiting for books to be delivered through the mail from online sources. E-readers have the potential to be successful for school use, but they need to have the support of professors behind them. For a device like e-readers to garner broad acceptance, institutions may need to make the devices part of the school's requirements. This is similar to many schools requiring all students own a laptop. Students who are unable to afford an ereader may be subsidized for the device or be able to use student loans to pay for them. E-readers can be advantageous in the classroom and students can also use them for their own personal purposes.
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Technology Helping Today's Students and Teachers (MS) - Since the turn of the century, technology has changed just about every aspect of life. Perhaps nowhere is that more evident than in the increasing rate of cellular phone subscribers. According to CTIA-The Wireless Association(R), an international nonprofit representing the wireless communications industry, cell phone subscribers totaled a little more than 86 million in 1999. By 2008, that figured had ballooned to more than 262 million, a staggering increase in such a short period of time. The growth of cell phone subscribers is indicative of the growing reliance the world has placed on technology. Few people can envision the world before cell phones were so prevalent, even though such was the case as recently as 15 years ago. While some scoff at society's apparent dependence on technology, technology has paid innumerable dividends in many areas of life, including the classroom. Students can now access more information much more quickly than their mothers and fathers could when they were students. Such readily available access has helped students and educators in a number of ways. * Interactive Web sites can help kids better understand coursework. The Internet has both its advantages and disadvantages with respect to kids. One clear benefit is the use of interactive Web sites to help children learn. For example, children can now visit a Web site, read a story for class and then answer questions pertaining to what they just read. When done with a given quiz or questionnaire, kids are then shown how they fared.
In many cases, these post-quiz breakdowns show kids which questions they answered right and which they answered incorrectly. Such interaction allows information to sink in instantly, as opposed to waiting until the next day in class when the materials are discussed. Interactive Web sites are available for most subjects, including math and spelling. * Technology has helped improve the lines of communication between students and teachers. Thanks to e-mail, today's educators are more accessible than ever before. This is especially important when considering today's kids tend to be busier than ever before, with school and social commitments often making it difficult for students to meet with their teachers for one-on-one instruction. With e-mail, however, today's students can e-mail their professors whenever a question or issue regarding their study
arises. In many cases, e-mail access has improved the line of communication between student and teacher, especially among students who might be too shy to ask a question in the classroom. * Technology has improved kids' comfort level. Many moms and dads marvel at their kids' ability to adapt to computers. But today's kids are not all natural born computer whizzes. Instead, they merely grew up with the technology and therefore find it more natural to work with. This has helped improve children's comfort level in the modern classroom, where computers have become increasingly prevalent. Nowadays, many kids are familiar, or at the very least acquainted, with computers before they enter kindergarten. As a result, once they do begin school and see computers in the classroom they're less likely to be intimidated and more likely to feel right at home.
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(MS) -Grade point average, or GPA, is a number that follows students through high school and college. An often accurate representation of a student's academic performance, GPA is always changing, giving students constant opportunities to improve as a result. A GPA is a cumulative number that represents grades as a numerical value divided by the number of courses taken. The higher a student's GPA, the better that student has performed in school. Colleges may base acceptances on high school GPA and additional aptitude tests, including the SAT exam. Once in a college or university, a student's GPA can earn him or her academic awards and advancements. Students hoping to boost their GPA should keep the following tips in mind. * Keep course load in mind. High schoolers may not be able to dictate the number of classes they take, but they can limit their extracurricular activities or extra-credit projects. For college students, don't try to pack your schedule full of classes. Too many classes can make it difficult to devote adequate study time to each class. Taking six classes and getting a C in each is less beneficial than taking five classes and earning straight As. * Focus on the big picture instead of just the grade. When in class, do your best to pay attention, learn and study. Changing your approach to focus on learning, rather than having a specific grade in mind, will lessen the pressure and make your goals more attainable. * Don't procrastinate. Do assignments promptly to allow for proofreading and reworking, if necessary. For example, if you
have a writing assignment due, give yourself time for rewrites. Chances are if you edit your material, the final copy will be better than the first draft. Doing the assignment the night before it is due gives you little time for revision. * Ask the instructor for assistance. Use your teacher as a sounding board for ideas. If you do assignments early, you can get the teacher's feedback on whether you're taking the right path or should explore another angle. Many teachers will be willing to give advice or steer you in the right direction. This can easily boost your grade and show him or her that you're putting in the effort. * Give all classes equal attention. Some college students pad their schedule with one or two "easy" classes in an effort to boost their GPA. However, most times there's no such thing as an easy class. Taking Introduction to Astronomy or Horseback Riding 101 simply because you think it will be a breeze may backfire, especially if you don't put the same level of effort into the course. That "easy" course can quickly turn difficult if you're getting Ds because of lack of effort. * Participate in class. Many teachers and professors factor class participation into their grading method. So while tests and homework may be important, the extra factor can be class participation. Don't expect to sit mum all semester and get a great grade. Your teacher wants to hear from you. Participation also can make absorbing the material easier because you're actively involved instead of playing a spectator's role.
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(MS) - Saving enough money for a child's college education is a concern so great many parents began planning even before their first child was born. The escalating costs of a college education make such concerns wholly understandable. According to the College Board, a nonprofit aiming to connect students to college success and opportunity, a year of tuition and room and board at a private four-year college in 2010 increased by nearly five percent to $26,273. Public institutions, where room and board and tuition cost nearly $7,000 in 2010, increased by nearly six percent. Those numbers figure to increase dramatically for children born in 2010. While it's impossible to predict exactly what a college education will cost for a child entering school in 2028, the College Board's 2008
"Trends in College Pricing" report estimated the cost of tuition and room and board at a private four year university to be roughly $85,000 in 2028, a cost that escalates to nearly $100,000 by the time the student reaches his or her senior year. Such statistics can be scary, particularly in the current economic climate in which many families find themselves struggling to get by. However, there are ways to save for college that can make the aforementioned figures and predictions far less daunting. * Start now. As previously mentioned, many expecting parents started saving for college even before their first child was born. Such savings don't need to be too complex. For instance, assuming an eight percent annual return, parents who simply put $100 month into a sav-
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High School Juniors (MS) - High school students, particularly high school seniors, anxiously anticipate their next step after high school. With the freedom and excitement of college just around the corner, it's no wonder high school seniors often catch a case of "senioritis" as the school year carries on. With university acceptance letters already in hand, many seniors might be able to relax somewhat and enjoy their waning days of high school with friends. High school juniors, however, can use their third year of high school to set themselves apart from their classmates as well as the competition at other schools. Taking the following tips to heart will not only help kids gain entry into the school of their choice, but possibly help them gain some financial assistance as well. * Consult a guidance counselor. While smaller high schools might feel more like a tight-knit community in which everyone knows one another, larger high schools can make it difficult for students to connect to the faculty at their disposal. This is especially challenging for a student/guidance counselor relationship. High school students might not have needed their guidance counselor much during their first two years of high school, but a guidance counselor should be sought out once junior year begins. Guidance counselors can help students choose the right courses as well as give advice on which standardized tests certain colleges require for admission. Guidance counselors might also be able to steer kids toward colleges the students might be interested in, helping to get the ball rolling on that process. * Study for standardized tests. Too many high school juniors feel the SAT or ACT exams are something to be worried about after junior year. While it
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ers (plain, no pictures 1 each of blue, red, yellow & green) 1 black fine point Sharpie marker (not ultra-fine) 1 pair pointed Fiskar scissors w/plastic handles (6"-7" long) 1 box of zip-lock freezer bags (students whose last name begiin with A-L - quart size; students whose last name begins with M-z - gallon size) Bags should be zip to close and not fold to close 1 spiral wide-ruled notebook without perforated pages - 70 pages 1 composition book - marbled, 93/4"x7-1/2" - 100 sheets 3 package of light-colored Post-it brand notes - 3"x3" (1 package = 90 sheets) For Art Class 1 Crayola washable watercolor paint set. 1 package of two (2) colored finepoint Sharpie markers Please, no Trapper Keepers! 3rd Grade No notebooks or Trapper Keepers due to limited storage space 1 book bag (please label with name) 1 4 oz. bottle of Elmer's school glue 4 small glue sticks Crayons, Markers, & Colored Pencils (classic colors) 24 #2 pencils 2 boxes of tissues, 200 count 1 school box - small plastic box (8x5) 4 plain 2-pocket folders with 3 brass fasteners - red, green, yellow & blue 1 large plastic coated 2-pocket folder for homework - to be replaced as needed 1 pair of sharp medium sized scissors (not small) 1 box of Ziploc baggies (A-M bring gallon size; N-Z bring quart size) 1 wide ruled spiral notebook 1 black Sharpie marker 1 package of wide-ruled notebook paper 2 packages of Post-it type notes 3"x3" any color For Art Class 1 Crayola washable watercolor paint set 1 package of two (2) ultra fine point Sharpies (black) 1 box Crayola colored chalk Bring all supplies at beginning of school. Please routinely ask your child about his/her supplies - some will need to be replenished throughout the year. Do not label materials with names (this will be completed at school) Individual teachers may request additional items when school begins.
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(MS) - School buses are essential modes of transportation, taking thousands of students to and from school every day. While school bus accidents are rare, riders should still practice safety aboard and around the bus. In the early days of education, students were educated in local schools within walking distance. If they needed to travel, it was by horse-drawn wagon. As the nation's roadways began to evolve, so did the methods of
getting children to school. Eventually school buses became the norm. In an effort to prevent injuries, representatives from 48 states met in 1939 to establish safety standards for school buses. Since then, several meetings, known as the National Conferences on School Transportation, have taken place to modify safety procedures and standards. In addition to safety proce-
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* Arrive at the bus stop early so there is no need to rush and be distracted.
* Watch for traffic when crossing the street. Always cross in front of the bus.
* Wait for the school bus to come to a complete stop and for other traffic to halt before approaching the bus. * Promptly take a seat, and remain seated throughout the
* If something is forgotten on the bus, don't try to run back and retrieve it. The driver may not expect a student to be returning to the bus.
Mark Twain School Kindergarten 1 large book bag (large enough to hold construction paper projects) No wheels, please 1 box crayons - regular size (no
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5 Miles West of Arcola on Springfield Road
* Don't throw anything around the bus.
* When exiting the bus, take three steps away from the bus so that visibility of the driver is improved.
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400E CR200N • Arcola, IL
* Do not distract the bus driver with loud yelling, music, etc.
* Stand at the bus stop in a safe location. Do not enter the street.
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entire ride. If there are safety belts present, use them.
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1 Mile East of Coles Moultrie 516 E. Dewitt
Tues-Fri 10-5 • Sat 10-3
more than 24 count) 1 box Crayola markers - Primary colors, washable (8 count) 2 glue sticks 1 box tissues (100 count size) *There will be additional items requested by your child's classroom teacher on the first day of school. Please label book bag, coats, gloves, etc. somewhere on the inside. Early Childhood 1 large book bag (large enough to hold construction paper projects) No wheels, please 1 8-count box regular size Crayola crayons 1 pkg. Playdough brand playdough 2 boxes of Kleenex 3 Elmer's glue sticks 1 box snack item 1 container juice mix, jug of juice, or sugar free Koolaid mix 1 complete change of clothes (pants, shirt, underwear, socks) Please label book bag, coats, gloves, etc. somewhere on the inside.
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When's the Right Time for Children to Start School? Mattoon Middle School Many parents feel early enrollment in school is a good first step for kids' academic careers. But some experts warn that too much, too soon may not be the way to lay the ground work of a successful academic career. Some believe that waiting until a child is age 6 for formal education provides the best opportunity for learning advantages. According to a British study published in The Cambridge Primary Review in October 2008, the concensus was that formal schooling should be delayed until children reach 6. The findings offered that trying to teach literacy and math at a young age is counterproductive. If children under 6 are in school programs, they should continue to learn through play-based initiatives. An early start in school isn't necessarily a good start. Children may show the maturity and the social readiness to attend school, but they may not have the capacity to grasp concepts outside of their play-based way
of learning. Forcing information on a child who is not ready could set him or her up for aversion to school. What's more, there's no evidence that early schooling produces a more educated child in the long run. Many countries in Europe start school later than Britain or the United States. Finland, for example, begins formal training at age 7. When studied, children who started school at the age of 6 or 7 often overtook English pupils in tests of reading before the start of secondary education. Parents who have little choice but to enroll children in daycare/pre-school programs because they work should look for curriculums that feature the following: * Emphasis on play-based learning, with more time geared to kids being kids than sitting behind a desk. * Access to a computer, since so much of students' lives involve computer literacy. * Opportunities to go outside
and play when weather permits. * Interaction with books so parents can read with their children and spend time together. * Limited focus on grades and performance. Does a 3-yearold child really need a report card? * Activities that involve the family so Mom and Dad are participating in their child's education. * Small class sizes, optimalizing the teacher-to-student ratio. * A relaxed atmosphere with the time and space to explore physical and social environments. Some children are naturally more advanced than others and may benefit from earlier, more structured schooling. However, the vast majority will do fine during their academic career if they begin formal education at age 6. That doesn't mean that children can't attend school at 5. The programs should just be be less structured and more playbased.
6th Grade 5-2 pocket folders 2 packages of loose-leaf filler paper 1 pkg. colored pencils 1 pkg. markers 1 pair of scissors (sharp point) 2 glue sticks 3 boxes of tissues (Kleenex brand has box tops for education) 1" 3 ring binder Or Trapper Keepers 4 single subject notebooks 5-3 ring folders for binder 20 pencils 2 black/blue pens 2 red pens 4 highlighters (different colors) 2 Pink Pearl eraser Calculator TI 30 XA or TI 30 IIXS preferred Black Sharpie 1 pkg. of 8 binder dividers 1 1/2” 3 Ring Binder 7th Grade 2 packages of loose-leaf lined paper 3-1 subject notebook 5-2 pocket plastic folders 1-2" binder Ink pens black/blue/red
Pencils (if mechanical purchase lead) Highlighters (3 colors) Pkg. of markers (thick) Pkg. of colored pencils 2 glue sticks 2 boxes of tissues (Kleenex brand has box tops for education) 2 black sharpie markers (art) 2 Pink Pearl eraser (art) Calculator TI 30 XA 2 composition notebooks Pencil pouch for binder 8th Grade 3 - 1" binders 1 single subject notebook 3 packages of loose-leaf notebook paper 2 composition notebook 8 pkg. subject dividers 24 pencils 6 black pens Colored pencils 2 boxes of tissues (Kleenex brand has box tips for education) 2 black sharpie markers (art) Pink Pearl eraser (art) Calculator TI 30 XA 1 Highlighter 1 pkg of 2x2 post it notes
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