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October 2016
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October 14-28 Food Collection - MADD October 27 REA Trick or Treat Night November 4 Pink Out Football Game November 5 Best Buddies/Education Foundation Costume RUN101 5K/Fun Run Area Events and Offers: Bear Creek discount BJ’s offer Costco offer PSECU Credit Union offers Behavioral Health Training
October 2016
THIS EDITION FEATURES:
Harness Your Hunger Trick…or Treat Yourself Exercise Yourself Happy The Power of Kindness Be a Smart Patient
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Harness your Hunger Hunger is the body’s physical need for food. Appetite, on the other hand, is what gives you the munchies. Keeping your appetite in check is key if you are trying to maintain a healthy weight. So what’s the best way to suppress your appetite? Controlling hunger.
Here’s how: •B e scheduled. Eat at regularly scheduled times to help control your hunger through the day. Not letting yourself get too hungry makes you less likely to overeat — it can also help you make healthier food choices. • Bulk up your meals. Foods with lots of fiber, such as beans and whole grains, help you feel more satisfied. Fruits and vegetables have a high water content as well as plenty of fiber, so they can make you feel even more full. • E at slowly. Remember, it can take up to 20 minutes for your brain to realize that your stomach is full. • A dd water. Water is also a great way to keep you feeling full all day. Staying hydrated also boosts your metabolic rate, which increases the rate at which you burn calories.
Trick…or Treat Yourself Face it, after the little goblins have stopped ringing the doorbell, there will likely be some leftover candy. Just remember that it can take as little as 100 calories (that’s one peanut butter cup) a day to gain weight. Don’t be scared, just follow our plan to minimize the lure of Halloween candy: Before Halloween: Wait until the last minute to buy candy, so you can’t be tempted too soon. When it’s time to shop, avoid buying your favorites. The day of: Eat a healthy, substantial dinner before trick-or-treaters start ringing your bell. That way you’ll be too full to indulge in too many treats for dessert. The day after: Decide how you will divide the leftovers, and set a “candy quota,” such as one mini candy bar per day or eight pieces of candy corn. Put the remaining candy on a high shelf where you won’t see it. If you use this tactic, be sure to add some extra exercise to your routine to prevent weight gain.
Haunted by your leftover candy? Donate it to a food bank or leave it in the office kitchen.
Recipe of the Month: Parsnip Sweet Potato Mash Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes, peeled
¼ tsp kosher salt
1 ½ cups parsnips, peeled and diced
¼ tsp pepper
1 tbsp parsley (chopped)
Pinch of nutmeg
¼ cup plain yogurt
Instructions: Place potatoes and parsnips in a pot with water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and cook until tender, about 20 minutes. Transfer to a bowl, add the rest of the ingredients, and mash until soft.
Exercise Yourself Happy Depression is unfortunately common, affecting nearly 10 percent of Americans. Some happy news? Regular exercise has been shown to alleviate some of its symptoms. Here are some strategies people with depression can use to make exercise part of their therapy: Start slow. Select a few activities for the week and put them in your calendar. Go easy. You don’t have to start with heavy weights or long-distance running. Try walking, gardening, biking, or even cleaning your home. Do what you like. Start with activities you enjoy, and it won’t feel like exercise. For instance, dancing for 30 minutes can burn the same amount of calories as jogging. If you play golf, ditch the cart and walk the course. Source: Craft LL, Perna FM. The Benefits of Exercise for the Clinically Depressed. Primary Care Companion to The Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. 2004;6(3):104-111.
The Power of Kindness Having a rough day? Tell the next person you see that they look nice today. Kindness has been shown to decrease symptoms of stress in the giver, not just the recipient! Here are some ideas for incorporating simple acts of kindness into your busy day: • Leave a big tip • Pay it forward at the coffee shop • Be nice to a person you don’t always get along with • Go online and donate to a favorite charity • Give your partner a neck rub If you find that showing a little extra kindness makes you feel better, try showing a lot more. You could join a volunteer organization or offer to mentor a young person.
Source: Raposa, E. B., Laws, H. B., & Ansell, E. B. (2015). Prosocial Behavior Mitigates the Negative Effects of Stress in Everyday Life. Clinical Psychological Science, 2167702615611073.
Be a Smart Patient You eat right, exercise, and get as much sleep as you can. But even the most healthconscious among us occasionally have to go to the doctor. Here’s how you can take as active a role in your medical treatment as you do in your day-to-day physical health: • Build a relationship with a primary care physician. Work with your physician to create a wellness plan that fits your personal goals. Be sure to see this doctor regularly, so that you can follow your progress and update your plan as needed. • Be informed. If you have a health condition, learn as much as you can about your choices for care. This includes asking questions, comparing your options, and discussing with your doctor which treatments or services may be right for you. • Follow up as needed. Be sure to follow all of instructions the doctor gives you after your visit, including filling prescriptions, scheduling tests, or making other appointments.
Give Generics a Chance Generic drugs have the same dosage, quality, intended use, effects, and strength as brand-name drugs. So how do they actually differ? Not by much. Read on for answers to common questions. Why are generic drugs less expensive? Because the companies that produce the brand-name versions have gone through years of research and development in making the drug. When their patent expires, other manufacturers can make generic versions without doing the work to bring the original version to market. How much less are the costs? It differs by drug and by health plan, but generic medications are usually much less expensive than brand-name versions. Why do generic drugs look different? Because the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requires it. However, the FDA also requires that generics be as effective as brand drugs. Talk to your doctor to find out if there are generic equivalents of any medications you take and if they are appropriate for you.
Monthly Quiz: 1. Which of the following statements is most true? a. Exercise is good for physical health. b. Exercise is good for mental health. c. Exercise is good for both physical and mental health.
2. W hich of the following best explains the difference between hunger and appetite? a. H unger is the desire to eat because you crave a specific food and appetite is the amount of food you can fit in your stomach. b. Hunger is the body’s physical need for food and appetite is a trigger that creates the desire to eat even when one may not be hungry. c. Appetite and hunger are the same.
3. True or false: Acts of kindness benefit only the recipient. a. True b. False
ANSWERS 1.) c
2.) b
3.) b
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October 2016
Wellness, Productivity, and You!
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Maintaining Wellness
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ifteen to 20 percent of adults report high job stress, but these same employees are less likely to participate in wellness programs. It appears that the more stress you face, the more at-risk you might be to neglect healthy countermeasures. High stress affects physical health, mental health, eating habits, and how you perceive your overall health. Avoid the downward spiral to ill health. Seek inspiration to become proactive in wellness. Experiencing high job stress? Don't wait to “feel like it” before engaging in a wellness program—go now!
pending just a few hours a week in moderate physical activity after age 65 may cut your risk of early death by over 50%. A study examined the health habits of 2,456 citizens in Finland over a 12-year period. Physical activity can be almost anything involving physical exertion— activities such as gardening, fishing, walking, and playing shuffleboard can all engage your body aerobically. If you find it difficult to commit to exercising, seek an activity that you love. The intrinsic reward of enjoyment is key, and offers the greatest certainty that you will continue with it. It is never too late to start increasing your vitality, improving your mood, and possibly gaining a 50% or better chance of living longer.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2016/08/27/garden-for-half-hour-to-slash-heart-risk/
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ne important stress management technique is detachment, which helps build resilience. An example is taking a vacation. One powerful and healthy way to detach that you may not have heard of is “flow activity.” A flow activity is any activity such as gardening, painting, reading for pleasure, needlework, or dancing that can absorb your complete attention in a meaningful, goal-directed, pleasurable, and completely distracting way. When you are busy and under stress, it’s easy to fall into an “eat-sleep-work-repeat” cycle. Interrupting this course of stress with two to three hours a week of flow activities that help you completely detach will significantly elevate your happiness. You will experience more balance and engagement with your job. Learn more at http://www.ted.com [Search: “mihaly”]
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October 2016 FrontLine Employee
Soft Skills to Know. . .
Meth User in the Family
Conflict Resolution
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ethamphetamine (meth) is a powerful central nervous system stimulant. It is highly addictive, illegally manufactured, and sold on the street as a powder or in crystal form called “ice.” It can be swallowed, snorted, injected, or smoked. Meth destroys lives—both the addicts’ and their loved ones’. If your life is affected by a loved one’s addiction to meth: (1) learn about meth and seek guidance and support from an addiction expert, and (2) join a self-help group to give you the strength and hope needed to make the assertive and healthy decisions to protect your family’s well-being. These steps will prompt change likely to lead to a crisis of opportunity to motivate the meth user to accept treatment. Tools of intervention are “influence” and “leverage.” Influence is the value of the relationship the addict has with you or others that can sway him or her to accept treatment. Leverage is the capacity for you or others to potentially take away something the addict fears losing—a job, an opportunity, freedom, money, a relationship, support, a roof overhead, visitation privileges, etc.—as a motivator to accept help. Intervention tools work in tandem to bring about success, and almost all family-referred admissions for treatment, whether for meth or other substance abuse, follow this path.
Mental Health of College Students
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ental health problems of college students get more media attention in the fall months when grade pressures, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues pile up. How to cope with stress can be learned, but not all students learn adequate coping skills from parents, caregivers, and siblings. If you have a college student plowing away, be sure to inquire about campus support resources when you hear “how awful everything is going.” Discourage isolation and counsel your student to strive for balance. Discourage substance abuse and never supply medications that have not been prescribed to your student as a way of helping him or her study or cope. Learn about signs and symptoms of depression and anxiety to increase your awareness of these problems. Do not hesitate to ask your student about suicidal thoughts if you see high levels of burdensomeness, the uttering of statements like, “People would be better off without me,” a sense of disconnection (“I don’t belong here”) or commenting about killing oneself, even in jest. Source: http://boston.cbslocal.com [Search: “mental health college]
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roductivity suffers when conflicts drag on. This is why using conflict resolution skills makes you a valuable employee. Easy tips: (1) Communicate often, and check differences quickly with coworkers. You’ll zap most conflicts this way. (2) When differences linger, carve out time for focused discussion. Share your concerns by describing what you experience—what, where, and when. (“Tom, you are not coming to Monday meetings prepared.”) And share the impact: (“This makes meetings take longer.”). (3) Omit theories about motives (e.g., “I think you don’t want to be part of this team.”) (4) Ask, “Am I doing something or not doing something that contributes to this issue?” (5) Join the solution. (“How can we solve this problem and create a better situation?”) (6) Agree to follow up, and you will reinforce changes and the better relationship you both now possess.
Interacting with Autistic Persons
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ould you communicate effectively with an autistic coworker? Autism is a neurological variation in how brain connectivity works for about 1%-2% of the population. Autistic persons think, interact, and sense their environment differently. Brain activity is more intense and dynamic, and not as orderly. These differences are visible in social interactions, so be patient in your communication. Autistic persons may ask more questions, restate what you said, or talk more to ensure understanding. Be prepared for unfiltered or literal responses so you do not misinterpret something said as being intentionally rude. Also, anticipate less eye contact, which can be distracting and make it more difficult for an autistic person to process information. Remember to treat all employees with the dignity and respect they deserve.
To ensure that a doctor is a credible professional, contact your state medical board to uncover any disciplinary actions or medical license issues.
TAKE CHARGE OF YOUR HEALTH CARE By taking a proactive role in your health care, you can make better decisions about your medical care and ultimately reduce your health care costs. Gain control over your care by following these recommendations. Choose providers who understand your needs. At the very least, select a primary care physician and a pharmacist. Make sure each provider you work with understands what you want out of your medical and pharmacy care. Visit the American Medical Association at www.ama-assn.org to locate a physician by specialty, medical training, certification, and practice. Make sure that your doctors are boardcertified by visiting the American Board of Medical Specialties at www.abms.org. You can also check the quality of hospitals in your area by visiting www.hospitalcompare.hhs.gov. Be honest with your doctor. Give all your medical information to your doctors so you can receive appropriate care. Make a list of concerns to discuss with your doctor. Be honest before and during the examination - if your doctor doesn’t know about a problem, he or she will not be able to provide the help you need. When you are confused or unsure about something your doctor tells you, ask questions. Visit the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality at www.ahrq.gov/questionsaretheanswer to create a list of questions for your doctor.
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Find out about the best treatment available. Visit the National Guideline Clearinghouse at www.guideline.gov to review the guidelines for a variety of medical conditions. These guidelines list the most successful and widely accepted care options that provide proven results for particular medical conditions. Also, make sure to review your options with your doctor - not all treatments are best for everyone. Seek a second opinion. You may want to get a second opinion if any of the following applies: • You have a serious medical condition. • You are prescribed a treatment that comes with significant risks. • You are told surgery is recommended for treatment. • You have no improvement in a treated medical condition. • You visited a doctor who could not diagnose your problem. Don’t try to handle everything alone. If hospitalized, bring a friend or relative with you to help you understand medical information and assist in making health care decisions. Sharing your situation and concerns with others provides you with a support system, so you don’t have to worry about taking care of everything alone. Start a health care journal. This will allow you to monitor your health, become more informed on potential treatment options, and learn how to manage your conditions more effectively.
Caring for the Caregiver Senior Management Services It is becoming increasingly common for family members to serve as the primary caregiver for an aging loved one. In fact, nearly 25 percent of American households are providing care to people age 50 and over. Whether you are new to caregiving or a seasoned veteran, know that you are not alone. While you are providing care, however, it’s critical that you get the support you need as well. Caregivers are often so selfless in their care for their loved one, that they neglect their own wellbeing. Caregivers have a higher-than-normal incidence of getting sick, for example. They also report high levels of stress and anxiety, and high rates of depression. Many caregivers experience strain in their other relationships, whether with spouses, children, siblings or friends, due to the heightened focus on their aging loved one. While there is no single way to cope with these challenges, there are many resources available to support you as you balance these demands. You may find it helpful to take a self-assessment to determine your current stress level. The American Medical Association offers free assessments. If you take the test and find you do have symptoms associated with high levels of physical and emotional stress, contact your doctor to discuss ways to ease your stress, perhaps through a support group, counseling or medication if needed. Inviting help from friends, yours or your loved one’s, can ease your burden tremendously. A weekly visit from a friend to spend time with your loved one can provide you with some much deserved time for yourself. It can be hard to ask for help, but most likely you will find those close to you were simply waiting to be asked. Support groups can provide wonderful encouragement to caregivers in helping to remind you that it is not selfish to attend to your own needs. If you find time a constraint in attending an inperson group, the AARP also offers online forums where you can connect with other caregivers and share experiences and encouragement. Take time each day to do something for yourself, even if it’s for only 15 minutes. Meditate, pray, do yoga, go for a walk or read a book. Give attention to your meals as well as your loved one’s and try to get at least seven to eight hours of sleep each night. These simple things have most likely been overlooked as you devote your time to your loved one’s care, but remember, when you take care of yourself, you can care for your loved one better too.
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Enhance Your Professional Communication In order to connect with people and help them understand where you’re coming from, you have to do more than just state your point. Communication is complex and often learning how to communicate effectively requires practice and skill. Fortunately, there are specific things that you can do to build your communication tool box; follow the suggestions below to learn some of the key techniques. Create an Atmosphere of Trust
When speaking in a group, show others that you are a good communicator. Listen openly to each person; this will show people that you won’t embarrass them or twist their words. Try to avoid judgment or unnecessary criticism. If you do have to provide criticism, make it constructive. Give praise and positive feedback.
Get Your Thoughts Together
Do research beforehand. Create notes, know the pros and cons of what you are presenting, and do your homework on the subject. If necessary, use visual tools or documents that can help your audience understand. Be specific, accurate, and honest about the subject.
Adjust to Your Audience
Consider what the other person already knows. If you reach a point where communicating becomes difficult, try to keep communication lines open so everyone can come to a level of understanding. Try not to use jargon or terms that are too technical; only use language that your listeners can understand. Pick an appropriate place to talk. If the subject is personal, pick a private place.
Invite Feedback
Ask your listener what he thinks of a subject, how he just interpreted what was said, and how he feels about the issue. Invite feedback, constructive criticism, and ask about the pros and the cons of the idea at stake. 1
Use Appropriate Tones of Voice and Body Language
Adjust tone and body language as needed, as these two things can actually influence what the listener hears. Note if you sound urgent, hesitant, angry, pleased, calm, or belligerent. Only use tones that are appropriate. Check your body language. If you are avoiding eye contact, crossing your arms, fidgeting, or leaning in too close to the listener, you may not be sending an effective message.
Being a good communicator doesn’t just involve good speaking skills; it’s about being a good listener, too. In order to communicate better in all areas of your life, use the following tips to help you develop your abilities and connect with others more effectively. In the office setting, you can be a more effective communicator with fellow employees by:
Showing people they can trust you by not embarrassing anyone. Avoiding judgment and sticking to the facts. Giving praise and feedback regularly. Asking for clarity when you’re confused: “I want to make sure I’ve understood you correctly. Do you have an example of what you’re speaking about?” Restating the person’s point to check for understanding: “What I’ve heard you say is that you’re…” Use body language to show you’re listening (eye contact, nodding your head, etc.).
Ask for Responses It’s important to leave time and space available so that you can allow others to share. By asking for others’ opinions and thoughts, you’ll show that you care about their feelings. As a result, colleagues and others may come to you more often about concerns or ideas. Ask the following questions to show your interest:
“What do you think about that?” “Was that easy to understand?” “Do you feel ok about this?”
Communication Basics Whether you’re communicating one-on-one or within a group:
Try not to make assumptions around what the other person already knows. Make sure the person knows all the information and has a basic understanding of what you are speaking of. Use appropriate language when speaking to another person. The person you are speaking to will have a unique background, skill set, age, and level of experience. Try to make it so he or she can best understand you by using clear, direct language that takes these characteristics into consideration. Pick a quiet and appropriate place to converse. If the conversation is about a personal matter, make sure the place is private.
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Consider Non-Verbal Cues When you’re speaking to someone, it’s not just your words that they are observing. Think about the messages you are sending through tone of voice and body language: 1.
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Does your voice sound urgent or hesitant? Do you sound nervous or are you stammering? Do you sound light-hearted or belligerent? Body language:
Are you making eye contact? Are your arms folded? Are you leaning forward aggressively or looking relaxed? Are you fidgeting or obviously distracted?
If your body language and tone of voice send a different message than your words, try to find out why. Are you really saying what you mean? Active Listening
Respond to the person who is talking by giving active feedback like, “Uh-huh,” or “Please, go on.” A small nod of your head while a person is talking also reaffirms that you are listening.
Practice the tips above to help develop your listening and speaking skills. Communication skills take time and practice, but the more you work at it, the more effective you’ll be. Written by Life Advantages - Author Delvina Miremadi ©2016
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Wellness Wednesdays Marchini’s Morning Workouts. Wildcat Stadium. Weds 6 AM Through Nov. 2 Rain or Shine. Join the Fun!
Owen J. Roberts 11th Annual
Make A Difference Day The Owen J. Roberts School District will sponsor its 10th Annual Make A Difference Day to support the Coventry Food Pantry. Please donate nonperishable food, personal care items, and paper goods to your school between October 3rd – 28th . Thank you for thinking of the Food Pantry. We would like to bring your attention to some other ways to help our students Make a Difference: Bring a canned good as your price of admission to the REA Safe Trick or Treat Event, OJRHS, October 27, 6-8PM. Attend the Pink Out OJR Football Game November 4th at 7PM to support Unite for Her
For More information, contact Miss Rumpp at KRumpp@ojrsd.com.
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500 Jack-o-Lantern Goal Horticulture Club is looking to borrow your carved pumpkins for REA Trick or Treat Night. Hoping for (at least) 500 (ambitious, we know!) to be lit up in the horticulture shop area to create a spellbinding display as trick-ortreaters approach HS on 27th. Here’s how to help: 1. carve one (or many) pumpkin(s) 2. put your name on the bottom indelible marker 3. include a battery operated tea light (if possible) 4. drop it off at the Horticulture Shop on the morning of Thursday, October 27th (We will incorporate it into the landscape.) 5. pick it up on Friday, October 28th to display it at your own house for the Halloween holiday.
Owen J. Roberts 3rd Annual Pink Out Football Game to benefit Unite for Her When: Friday November 4th at 7:00 PM Where: Owen J. Roberts Wildcat Stadium Please come and wear as much pink as possible! Unite for Her T-shirts, Sweatshirts and other items will be available for purchase. For additional information, please contact Miss Kira Rumpp at KRumpp@ojrsd.com or visit the Unite For Her website at www.uniteforher.org
COSTUME 5K Run/Walk 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk at Owen J. Roberts High School Track
NOVEMBER 5, 2016 9am Check-In
9:15-10:15 Costume Judging 10:00 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk 10:30 5K Run & Walk
Additional Info and Registration http://ojrrun101.weebly.com/
All proceeds from the RUN 101 Costume Run go directly to student programs through the Best Buddies organization and through the OJR Education Foundation.
OJR Students and Their Families: Use our school group codes to purchase your season passes!!!!!
****For each season pass purchased through our OJR group – You will earn a “Bring A Friend” Voucher!!!! Purchase online: https://websales.skibearcreek.com/e-commerce/grplogin2.aspx GROUP NAME: WS177 PASSWORD: 17OJR *Please note: the club name and passwords should all be capitalized for the login to work! Please make sure you are familiar with Bear Creek’s rules and regulations before purchasing your pass: These are: Six-session/season passes are non-transferable Passes expire at the end of the 2016-2017 season and may not be rolled over to another year No refunds will be issued for unused portions of the six-session pass No refunds will be issued for any reason on a season pass Participants of the six-session program who are purchasing lessons must be at least 8 years old Refresher lessons are only available evenings of January 5-6, and January 12-13, 2017 Minors renting equipment require the signature of a parent or guardian. Parental release forms are available on our website, www.bcmountainresort.com If you lose your pass there is a $25 replacement fee Off peak passes and 6 session passes are valid Monday through Friday from open to close and after 4:00pm on weekends and resort holidays Value Passes are valid Monday through Thursday, non-holiday Resort holidays for the 2016-2017 season are December 24, 2016 through January 2, 2017, January 14-16, 2016 and February 18-20, 2017.
EARLY BIRD Pricing for season passes expires on November 30, 2016!!! (this group benefit gives you access to reduced pricing one month after the general public)
***For each season pass purchased through our OJR group – You will earn a “Bring A Friend” Voucher:
(1) “midweek” voucher with the purchase of an off-peak or value season pass!!! (To be picked up in the Group Sales office after Season Pass has been processed. Tickets not picked up will be forfeited)
When purchasing your pass, you will need to provide a full name, address, phone number and birth date for each of the pass holders. You will also need a valid credit card for payment. Discovery Lessons Discovery lessons are designed for first time skiers or snowboarders or those still needing to improve on Green Circle terrain (easiest trails). Discovery lessons can be taken anytime the 6-session pass is valid during the Discovery times. Refresher Lessons The refresher lesson will only be offered the first and second Thursday and Friday evening of the New Year (January 5, 6 and 12, 13), and is designed for those who are returning to their sport. This lesson will focus on safety and the responsibility that goes along with skiing and snowboarding. It will be an hour long refresher starting at 6pm and will be taught in a group format. Your group members will certainly benefit from taking this course. Those wishing to receive further instruction are encouraged to sign up with our Snow Sports School for a private lesson.
Bear Creek is open from 9am-9pm Mon-Thurs and 9am-10pm Fri 8:30am-10:00pm Sat and Holidays, 8:30am-9pm Sun
Questions?? Contact: Mrs. Jen Armstrong: jarmstrong@ojrsd.com So don’t delay, purchase your season pass TODAY! This is not an Owen J. Roberts School Sponsored Activity.
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Comprehensive Behavioral Health, Prevention, & Intervention Training Nov. 29, 30, and Dec. 1, 2016
Each school is encouraged to bring a team of 5 Administrator, Counselor, Social Worker, Teachers, Etc There will be no cost to the school for the conference The conference is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Masonic Youth Foundation Continental Breakfast and Lunch are included Accommodations are available for Tuesday and Wednesday nights upon request
Objectives, Goals and Outcomes - Develop a list of action strategies they can take away and introduce to their respective schools showing the connections between SAP, IST and RTI. - Identify current research-based prevention and intervention strategies for the classroom and school building. - Systematically work through a student intervention using a student who is of concern to them. - Develop new prevention and intervention “tools for the toolbox” they can take away and implement with their students and staff.
Student Assistance Programs (SAP) has been an integral part of public schools for the past thirty years. With the introduction of “IST”, “RTI”, and Social Emotional Learning, educators are asked to merge these essential programs into a workable comprehensive system.
This conference invites K-12 educators to experience the cutting edge research, theory, and practices of Comprehensive Behavioral Health, Prevention, and Intervention. The conference will focus on a pyramid of prevention and intervention services that includes school and classroom community building for all staff and students.
Schedule ‣ Tuesday, November 29, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ‣ Registration and Breakfast 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM ‣ Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ‣ Wednesday, November 30, 8:30 AM - 4:00 PM ‣ Breakfast 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM ‣ Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
We will focus our school-wide Prevention efforts around the concept of building a district-wide, K-12 community based on Search Institute’s 40 Developmental Assets model and on the Positive Behavioral Instruction and Support (PBIS) model. The Intervention level will use the Developmental Assents and PBIS models to lead us toward “StrengthsBased Intervention” with individual students.
It isn’t too difficult to identify what is “wrong” with the student. We will look to clearly identify what is “right” with the student. We will practice effective techniques for both identifying what is “right” and develop solid action plans to address what is “wrong”.
‣ Thursday, December 1, 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM ‣ Breakfast 7:30 AM - 8:30 AM ‣ Lunch 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
To Register Call 610-640-9983 or Email Thom@ThomStecher.com by October 15, 2016
Our conference will also examine the most effective, team-based strategies for intervening with “high-risk” behavioral concerns. Teams will leave with specific social and emotional early intervention plans, behavioral plans, and long-term action plans for implementation.
Conference will be held at the Masonic Conference Center - Patton Campus 1244 Bainbridge Road, Elizabethtown, PA 17022
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According to the National Institute of Mental Health, by age 15, girls are twice as likely as boys to have had a major depressive episode.
MENTAL HEALTH: DEPRESSION
Symptoms may include the following: •
Persistent sad, anxious, or “empty” feelings
Everyone occasionally has bouts of sadness, but these feelings are usually temporary. When a person has a depressive disorder, it interferes with daily life. Depression is a common, but serious illness.
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Feelings of guilt, worthlessness, and/or hopelessness
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Irritability, restlessness, and/or fatigue
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Loss of interest in activities once found pleasurable
There is no single cause of depression, but it likely results from a mix of genetic, biochemical, environmental, and psychological factors. Depression commonly coexists with other illnesses, such as anxiety disorders or substance abuse. It can affect anyone at any time, including children.
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Types of Depression There are several forms of depressive disorders, the most common being the first two listed below. •
Major depressive disorder - characterized by a combination of symptoms that interfere with a person’s daily life. It is disabling and prevents a person from functioning normally.
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Dysthymic disorder - also called dysthymia, it is longterm (two years or longer) feelings of depression that are not extremely severe, but still prevent a person from normal functions of daily life.
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Psychotic depression - occurs in conjunction with a form of psychosis, such as hallucinations or delusions. Postpartum depression - can occur within a year of giving birth. Symptoms include sadness, lack of energy, trouble concentrating, anxiety, and feelings of guilt. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) - characterized by the onset of depression during the winter months, when there is less natural sunlight.
Symptoms People with depressive illnesses do not all experience the same symptoms. The severity, frequency, and duration will vary depending on the individual and the illness.
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Diagnosis and Treatment Depression is a treatable disorder. The first step is to visit a doctor for a medical examination to rule out other factors that may be causing the condition, such as medications or a thyroid disorder. Once diagnosed, a person will likely be treated with psychotherapy and/or medication. In the meantime, it is important to exercise regularly, participate in activities, spend time with friends and family, and think positively. It is wise to postpone major decisions, such as marriage or a career change, until feeling better. Helping Those Affected In addition to helping a person get an appropriate diagnosis and treatment, you can provide other help: •
Offer emotional support, patience, and encouragement.
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Be a good listener.
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Never ignore comments about suicide; report them to the person’s relative(s) or doctor, or call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK.
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Invite the person to do things with you; if he or she declines, keep trying, but don’t push.
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Remind the person that with time and treatment, the depression will lift.
For more information, visit the National Institute for Mental Health website at www.nimh.nih.gov.
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Educator’s Legacy Scholarship CHILDREN OF CURRENT K-12 EDUCATORS WHO HAVE AT LEAST FOUR YEARS OF CONTINUOUS FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT IN A SCHOOL SETTING ARE ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE A SCHOLARSHIP VALUED AT UP TO $25,000 PER YEAR ($100,000 OVER 4 YEARS) TO HELP FUND YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION!
WHO CAN APPLY? ■ Current high school seniors who complete a college preparatory program with at least a 2.5 GPA ■ Transfer students who enter McDaniel College for the first time (Fall 2016 or later) with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA in college coursework Parent or guardian must meet the educator eligibility requirements. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Your parent or guardian must be currently employed full-time in K-12 education within a school setting and have worked full-time in education for a minimum of the past four consecutive school years. The expectation is that the parent is a full-time educator by profession and currently engaged in the field of education. Any service in a K-12 school qualifies – teachers, counselors, nurses, support staff, administrators – at least four years of service equals recognition with a four-year scholarship. HOW MANY RECIPIENTS WILL RECEIVE EDUCATOR’S LEGACY SCHOLARSHIPS? If you complete the full admission process and are admitted to McDaniel, and you submit the appropriate criteria for the Educator’s Legacy Scholarship verification, then you will receive the ELS. There is no limit to the number of recipients each fall. To retain the scholarship, you must maintain full-time enrollment at McDaniel College for up to eight consecutive semesters or until your graduation, whichever comes first. Commuting students are eligible for an Educator’s Legacy Scholarship valued at $20,000 annually with a four-year value of $80,000. HOW TO APPLY? 1. Complete and file the online K-12 employment verification form at www.mcdaniel.edu/EduLegacyEligibility. Your parent’s school administrator (principal or designated Human Resources director) will need to verify the employment record in writing on school letterhead. 2. Submit The McDaniel Application or The Common Application for admission. 3. Send a copy of your high school transcript. 4. Submit a Secondary School Report form and two letters of recommendation from academic sources. 5. Provide SAT or ACT scores unless you qualify for our Test Optional Plan. 6. Send a $50 application fee or official fee waiver. Transfer students should refer to the Transfer Student Apply page at www.mcdaniel.edu/undergraduate/admissions/ apply/transfer-students for additional information about supporting documents to complete the transfer admission requirements, including official transcripts from all colleges attended, the Residential Student Release Form (if applicable), and $50 application fee or waiver. Continued—
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