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Frequent school-nurse visits might be a sign of bullying School bullying harms both victims and perpetrators, sometimes even ending with tragic results, as we’ve all seen too often on the news. In recent years, anti-bullying efforts have sprung up around the U.S. as policymakers try to tamp down the problem. But because bullying often occurs below the radar of parents and teachers, better ways to identify bullying must be found. New research headed by Eric Vernberg, a professor of clinical child psychology and director of the Child and Family Services Clinic at the University of Kansas, has shed light on a new method for detecting school peer aggression — repeated visits to the school nurse. His results recently were published in the journal Pediatrics. “In this study, there is a connection between how often kids self-report being the target or victims of aggression and how often they visit the school nurse over the course of the year,” Vernberg says. The researchers found that it is not only victims of bullying who make more visits to the nurse — it is aggressors as well. In the study, Vernberg and his co-authors compared school nurses’ logs with voluntary questionnaires completed by 590 children in grades 3 through 5. Students were

asked to “nominate” classmates who displayed hostile behavior toward others. (The students all were participants in a larger study of school violence.) “We also found this to be true in terms of how often a kid was nominated as being aggressive with their peers,” says Vernberg. “The more they were nominated, the more likely they were to have a higher number of visits to the school nurse.” What prompts such visits to the school nurse? For both the aggressors and their targets, Vernberg says that stressful interactions could bring on symptoms such as tension headaches, muscle and joint pain and chronic fatigue. Repeated involvement in bullying as the aggressor or target also causes stress that may weaken a child’s immune system, leaving

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him or her vulnerable to illness. Injuries that may or may not be related to peer aggression were a third reason for visits to the school nurse. “We also look for an imbalance of power between the two people, so that the person who is the target of bullying isn’t able to effectively stand up for themselves or fight back,” Vernberg says. “The third thing we look for is an ongoing relationship between people, so it’s something that happens over time and is repeated.” Such interactions drive negative feelings that often linger with the aggressor and the target long after an antagonistic interaction. “It’s upsetting for the person involved in that kind of encounter,” says Vernberg. “It’s probably going to have some residual feelings such as, ‘This was unpleasant. I got in trouble for this. I have a problem with this person that may come up again in the future.’ It involves negative emotions.” The study concludes that school nurses and pediatric healthcare providers should prioritize prevention, early identification and treatment of aggressor-victim problems and mental and physical health problems that can happen as a result. Further, educators and parents might consider bullying to be a possible reason for a child making frequent school-nurse visits.

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Enjoy the outdoors this month — and skip the asthma and allergy misery

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UGUST MEANS outdoor fun at weddings, festivals and picnics. But uninvited guests ranging from stinging insects to grass pollen can ruin the fun if you have allergies and asthma. So think about your health needs before these events occur. “By planning ahead, people with allergies can still enjoy outdoor events,” says Myron Zitt, M.D., past president of the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (ACAAI). The ACAAI suggests following a few simple tips to make summer outdoor events more enjoyable:

Treat before you go. Take allergy medication before walking out the door. If you wait until symptoms kick in, the medication won’t be nearly as effective. Go undercover. Big, wrap-around sunglasses help keep pollen from getting into your eyes. (You’ll look cool, too.) Avoid bees. If you’re allergic to bees or other stinging insects, avoidance is your best bet. Keep your distance from uncovered food, be cautious of open soft-drink cans and resist wearing bright clothing or perfume, all of which attract bees. If someone near you gets stung, move

away. Some bees give off a chemical after they sting that can attract other stinging insects.

Be cautious at the food table.

Avoid foods in which nuts, dairy and other common allergens can be lurking, such as mixed salads, barbecue sauces and salad dressings. Stick to the middle. Poison ivy can lurk in bushes and other foliage, so stay in open areas where you’re less likely to brush up against it.

Pay attention to ozone alerts.

High temperatures mixed with pollution can pose a problem for people with asthma. Carry a quick-relief inhaler.

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in the loop kid culture August means back to school. However, for the youngest students going to school may be a new experience, filled with both excitement and nervousness. These stories offer children and their parents, both humor and reassurance.

Is Your Buffalo Ready for Kindergarten? By Audrey Vernick, illustrations by Daniel Jennewein.

Froggy Goes to School by Jonathan London, illustrations by Frank Remkiewicz.

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6. The boot Face a rainy day with these classy “Denim” splash boots ($29.98). (Barnes & Noble at Tidewater Community College)

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Right? So when the Camp Host wandered over to inspect my middle-of-a-rainstorm tent pitching skills and asked “uh, will a Mr. Galvez be along soon?� my reaction was to smile sweetly and think, “why, does it look like I need a man to go camping with my kids?� Ironically, when I told my friends

this story after our woodsy adventure, their first reaction was of one of alarm for my safety not my pride. In the weeks leading up to the camping trip, I’d been increasingly overwhelmed, overburdened and overstressed due to work, graduate school, my impressive summer schedule and single parenting. By the time the weekend was over, I was marveling at how refreshed, relaxed and recharged I was. Amazing and unexpected feeling given that I’d spent three days trapped in a tent with my three children, most of it in the rain, without: any cell service (incredibly bad news for my teenage texter), our microwave, my make up and bug-free showers. But that’s also because there were

no distractions. I even forgot to pack my book. But for the first time in a long time I was able to give my children my undivided attention and we all needed that. We hiked, mountain biked, swam, boated, cooked over an open fire, made s’mores and didn’t take a bath for two days, learned about local flora, fauna and animals and thoroughly enjoyed each other’s company. My kids got along amazingly well, caught fireflies, and discovered peace and quiet. The camp host who’d seriously underestimated me and I, who had started to have real doubts about my sanity and solo adventures, realized that a military spouse is quite capable of just about anything when faced with a challenge and an absent husband.

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August 2011 August 1 Tools of the Trade Theme Month 9 a.m.- 5 p.m, and continues until Aug. 31. Implements used for farming, fishing, hunting, defense, navigation and building by people of 17th- and 18th-century Virginia are examined through interpretive programs and hands-on activities. Jamestown Settlement, State Route 31, James City County. The Yorktown Victory Center, Route 1020 in Yorktown. For admission information (888) 593-4682 253-4838, or www.historyisfun.org. Summer Fun at Family Focus 9:30 a.m.-noon and continues Mondays and Wednesdays until Aug. 24. Enjoy crafts, games, healthy snacks, songs, fingerplays, and stories that correspond with the theme of the day. For ages 3-6. Cost: $25 per month. Family Focus Stoneybrook, St. George’s Episcopal Church, 15446 Warwick Blvd. (NN) 886-6511 or email delores_price@bshsi.org.

Magic Tree House Book Club 4 p.m. Come prepared to discuss Book #2, The Knight at Dawn, and we’ll take a trip back to medieval England with Jack and Annie. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

August 3 Flicks By The Fountain 8:30 p.m. TowneBank Fountain Park doubles as our city’s very own outdoor living room for Flicks at the Fountain. Offering viewers the ultimate outdoor cinema experience, our 16 foot movie screen will help you and your loved ones make the most of a summer night. TowneBank Fountain Park, Waterside Drive (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org Preschool Eye Screenings 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Detect vision problems in your preschool child during this free eye screening provided by the Lions club. Meyera E. Oberndorf Central Library, 4100 Virginia Beach Blvd. (VB) 385-0150

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Free Outdoor Movie: Rio 7 p.m. Set in the magnificent city of Rio de Janeiro and the lush rainforest of Brazil, the comedy-adventure centers on Blu, a rare macaw who thinks he is the last of his kind. Blue Bird Gap Farm, Pine Chapel Road (H) 727-0900

Tickle My Ears: Modern & Contemporary Galleries 10:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. This unique storytelling program for pre-kindergarten children meets for stories, songs, and surprises that help young children appreciate art. Reservations are not necessary for

August 5 Summer Friday Movie: The Story of the Dancing Frog 10:30 a.m. George is no ordinary frog! He is a multitalented entertainer who finds fame and fortune. He travels the world with his friend, Gertrude. For ages 8 and older. Different movie every Friday in August. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Rd. (N) 664-6200 or www.chrysler.org Bash at the Bridge 5 p.m. The event, to kick off the Hampton Cup Regatta, is free and open to the public. It will feature live musical entertainment by Slapwater as well as food and beverages for purchase. The regatta is Aug. 6 and Aug. 7 from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Mill Creek at the entrance of Fort Monroe (H) 329-4502 or www. hamptoncupregatta.org.

August 6 Little Helping Hands 10:30 a.m.- noon. Child/adult pairs work in a morning studio session to produce, decorate, and color simple clay items for display or use. Summer themed plates, plaques, and ornaments are fun shared projects. Dress for mess. For ages three to six. $20 member or $25 non-member. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www.pfac-va.org Music on Monarch Way 5 p.m. Enjoy great music outdoors. Monarch Way, Hampton Blvd. across from O.D.U. 683-4504 or www.oduvillage.com

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Great American Family Dog and Cat Photo Pet Parade Party 10 a.m.noon. Bring your family and your dog and cat for this indoor pet party. d’ART Center 208 E. Main St. (N) www.d-artcenter.org

August 7 Big Bands on the Bay 7 p.m.-9 p.m. and every Sunday until Sept. 4. Guests are invited down to the Gazebo at Ocean View Beach Park for live Big Band music and dancing beside the Chesapeake Bay. Lawn chairs, blankets and picnics are welcomed. Ocean View Beach Park, Ocean View Avenue (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org Free Admission Weekend noon- 5 p.m. - Enjoy the latest exhibits, gallery games and Hands On For Kids gallery. Peninsula Fine Arts Center, 101 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-8175 or www. pfac-va.org

August 8 Summer Movie Breaks 10:30 a.m. Feelin’ the heat? Find a cool spot to enjoy these hot flicks. All ages. No enrollment required. Discover the realms of fantasy with: Tangled. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2621 The Blue Realm: Shark Business Various times. New in CineMuse Hi-Def Cinema. Shark Business unravels some of the mysteries surrunding sharks with controversial behaviorist Dr. Erich Ritter. Witness divers testing the limits of sharkhuman interaction outside of cages. Nauticus, 1 Waterside Dr. (N) 664-1001

August 9 Kid Gamer Craze 3 p.m. Come play video games with your friends. For school age and tweens. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

Gaming for Teens & Tweens 4:30 p.m.6 p.m. Test your skills with Wii and other video games. A different game will be featured each month this summer. Enter our drawing to win a prize at the end of the summer. Little Creek Branch Library, 7853 Tarpon Place (N) 441-1751

August 10 Story and a Walk 10 a.m. Enjoy a story and a nature walk with a Park Ranger. Continues every second Wednesday of the month. Newport News Park, 13560 Jefferson Ave. (NN) 888-3333 or www. nnparks.com Hilby: The Skinny German Juggle Boy 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Hilby does it all: juggling, unicycling, ropewalking, fire eating, balancing stunts and more. Event is outdoors, so bring chairs and blankets. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

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August 11 Positive Discipline B 6 p.m. and continues Aug. 18. This class will teach parents positive ways to discipline their children. C. Waldo Scott Center for H.O.P.E., 3100 Wickham Ave.,(NN) 244-9223 or www.scottcenter.org Pirate Classic Movie Café: Muppet Treasure Island 7 p.m. Set sail for Muppet mayhem. Mariners Museum 100 Museum Dr. (NN) 596-2222 or www. marinersmuseum.org

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August 14 Planetarium Shows Various times between 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Enjoy Zula Patrol, Oasis in Space, Virginia Skies, WSKY or Laser Retro. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www.thevlm.org New Exhibit: Asia Trail of the Tiger 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Enjoy tigers, tapirs and other Asian animals. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St. (N) 441-2374

August 15 Bike Nights 4 p.m.- 7 p.m. Bring your bikes, helmets, family, friends and pedal through the petals. Norfolk Botanical Gardens, 6700 Azalea Garden Rd. (N) 441-5830 or www.nbgs.org The Living Sea Times vary. This film celebrates the world ocean - its beauty, diversity and importance to all life on Earth. Nauticus, 1 Waterside Dr. (N) 664-1001

August 16 Mother-Daughter Book Club 5:30 p.m.6:30 p.m. Mothers and daughters come together to have fun, meet new friends, make a craft and learn through their love of reading. Call to enroll. Girls age eight to 12 years old. Princess Anne Area Library, 1444 Nimmo Pkwy. (VB) 385-2610 Video Game Challenge 5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Come play the latest games with your friends. Each month we will play a different video game. Check online and in the branch for game titles prior to the challenge. Larchmont Branch Library, 6525 Hampton Blvd. (N) 441-5335

August 17 Babygarten 10:30 a.m. and continues Wednesdays until the end of August.This is a fun, exciting, and rhythmic program

Planetarium Shows for infants (ages birth to 24 months) and their caregivers. Lafayette Branch Library,1610 Cromwell Dr. (N) 441-2842 Fountain Field Days 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. and continues Wednesdays until Aug. 31.Enjoy an interactive fountain, children’s activities, exercise programs, lawn games, theatre, dance and more. TowneBank Fountain Park, Waterside Drive (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org.

August 18 Scratch Art Designs 2 p.m. Design a craft by scratch. For school age and tweens. Registration is required. Barron F. Black Branch Library, 6700 E. Tanners Creek Dr. (N) 441-5806

August 19 Fridays by the Fountain Enjoy bands by a fountain. Bring a blanket and picnic dinner or enjoy a nearby restaurant. City Center at Oyster Point, Jefferson Avenue (NN) 926-1400 Stroller Tours 1 p.m. Stroll and roll into our galleries on the third Friday of the month for a guided tour of the Museum and engaging adult conversation. Adults and their young children (under the age of 18 months) are welcome. Free. Chrysler Museum of Art, 245 W Olney Rd. (N) 664-6200 or www.chrysler.org

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August 20 Story time 10 a.m. The third Saturday of the month is story time at the Virginia Living Museum. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org Films By The Fountain 7 p.m. activities begin and movie at 8:30 p.m. Free film themed fun starts the evening with pre-show entertainment and hands on activities for kids. Enjoy family films under the stars. City Center at Oyster Point, 701 Town Center Dr. (NN) 873-2020 or www.citycenteratoysterpoint.com

August 21 Big Bands on the Bay 7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Welcome the stars every Sunday through Sept. 4. Guests are invited to enjoy live Big Band music and dancing beside the Chesapeake Bay. Ocean View Park, Ocean View Avenue and Granby Street, (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org Tails to Tails 2 p.m. Dogs love books, too. NPL invites school-aged children to the Tales to Tails program to practice their reading skills by sharing stories with book-loving therapy dogs. Registration and parental consent are required. Mary D. Pretlow Anchor Branch Library 111 W. Ocean View Ave. (N) 441-1750

August 22 Dolphin Watching various times. Observe bottlenose dolphins and their dynamic behaviors during a 90-minute ocean excursion. Fee: $20 per adult (12 years & over); $14 for children. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www.virginiaaquarium.com for the schedule. Pawsitive Reading with Therapy Dogs 5:45 p.m.-6:45 p.m. Practice your reading skills by sharing stories with therapy dogs. Bring your own book or choose one from our selection. Call to enroll. Grade K- 5. Kempsville Area Library, 832 Kempsville Rd. (VB) 385-2627

August 23 Behind-the-Scenes Tour at the Virginia Living Museum 3 p.m. and continues Tuesdays and Saturdays. Enjoy a guided by a member of our knowledgeable curatorial staff. The Virginia Living Museum, J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 599-1900 or www.thevlm.org

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August 25 Family Fun 4:30 - 6 p.m. Join an Aquarium Educator at Bay Lab in First Landing State Park for a fun family adventure. This program is appropriate for ages five and up. Children must be accompanied by a paying adult. This program is limited to 15 participants. Fee: $4 members, $5 non-members (additional parking fee charged at park entrance). Call 385-0278 for reservations. Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www.virginiaaquarium.com Teen Advisory Committee 4 p.m.- 5 p.m. Teens ages 12-18 who want to be more involved in the Library and the services it provides to teens, who want to provide input about the library’s teen programs and who need community service hours are encouraged to join Registration is required by calling 369-3190 or www. nngov.com/library/custom/onlinereg. Grisssom Library, 365 DeShazor Dr. (NN) 369-3190

August 26 Crafty Fridays 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Drop in to make your craft. There will be a different craft every week. Ages 3 and up. Great Neck Area Library, 1251 Biscayne Dr. (VB) 385-2606 Thank Goodness It’s Ocean View Beach Party and Music Concert Series 6 p.m.-8:30 p.m. These free beach parties are sure to jump-start the weekend with family fun that includes great music, food, beverages, children’s

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August 27 11th Annual AT&T Norfolk Latino Music Festival 5 p.m.- 10 p.m. Enjoy Latin Music and turn Town Point Park into the biggest dance floor in Hampton Roads. Town Point Park, Waterside Drive (N) 441-2345 or www.festevents.org The Knit Wits: Junior Knitting and Crafting Group 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Youth ages 10-17 are invited to learn to knit and participate in other craft projects. Grissom Library, 365 DeShazor Dr. (NN) 369-3190.

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Amazing Animals 12 p.m., 1 p.m., 2 p.m., 3 p.m. This is a fast-paced, exciting program that features some unusual things animals have and do to survive. It includes audience participation activities and the opportunity to meet live animals up close and personal. Virginia Living Museum, 524 J. Clyde Morris Blvd. (NN) 595-1900 or www.thevlm.org New Baby Rock Hyrax 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. The new residents are now receiving visitors at the Virginia Zoo’s Africa Okavango Delta exhibit. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St. (N) 441-2374

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August 30 ZooTales 11 a.m. and continues every Tuesday. Enjoy story time at the Zoo and meet an animal or two! Activity included with Zoo admission: $7 adults, $5 children 2-11, $6 seniors 62 and over, free to Zoo members. Virginia Zoo, 3500 Granby St. (N) 441-2374, ext. 229 Grissom Back To School Fashion Show 2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Teens ages 12-18 are invited to show off their style. Participants must attend a dress rehearsal, 3:30 p.m. on Aug. 27, at Grissom Library. Outfits must conform to school dress codes, and include a green element made from reused or recycled material. Registration is required and begins Aug. 8 online at www.nngov.com/library/custom/ onlinereg or call 369-3190

August 31 Family Gaming Night 4 p.m.- 6 p.m. Spend time with family and friends playing the Wii game system and board games. Bring your own games to share. Lafayette Branch Library, 1610 Cromwell Dr. (N) 441-2842 Wednesday Weekly Story Time 10:30 a.m. Enjoy stories, a craft and cookies. Barnes and Noble Bookstore, 12170 Jefferson Ave. (NN) 249-2488

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September 2 Fantail Film Festival National Treasure 7:45 p.m, doors open, movie at 8:30 p.m. Join us for some exciting adventure movies on the fantail of the Battleship Wisconsin. Bring the family and some camp chairs for a unique evening you won’t forget. Concessions, including beer and wine, will be available for purchase. No reservations required. Admission $3. Nauticus, 1 Waterside Dr. (N) 664-1001

September 3 International Vulture Awareness Day 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Meet our resident turkey vultures and participate in games, crafts and activities to learn more about these misunderstood birds that face a variety of threats in many areas where they live. Marsh Pavilion, Virginia Aquarium, 717 General Booth Blvd. (VB) 385-FISH or www. virginiaaquarium.com

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For more information, call Tammy Lindquist at 222-3905 or email tammy.lindquist@pilotonline.com

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A birthday at The Little Gym. Grow happy.

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Birthdays at The Little Gym are a big wish come true. When you book with us, you get the entire gym–and guaranteed fun. And because we handle everything from invitations to cleanup, you get to enjoy the party too.

Call to schedule a free introductory class. Learn more at TheLittleGym.com.

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snapshots PHOTOS BY KATHERINE BYRD

Kids rock

Alexis (age 7), Jake (age 12), and Tyler (age 15) joined us last month for our Justin Bieber Sing-a-Long at Town Point Park’s Flicks at the Fountain. Congrats to all three for a great performance and an enjoyable evening.

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