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How to keep school uniforms looking like new
Proper care of school uniforms is important in order to keep outfits in good condition when worn on a daily basis.
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chool uniforms can simplify dressing for school and may even bolster school pride among the student body. The U.S. Department of Education says that wearing a uniform may help decrease the risk of violence and theft and instill discipline while helping school officials more easily recognize potential intruders. Although once found only at religious and private schools, school uniforms are now worn at many public schools across the United States and Canada. The National Center for Education Statistics indicates roughly 20 percent of public and private schools across the U.S. required students to wear uniforms in the 2011-12 school year, the most recent year for which data is available. School uniforms may help families save money on clothing. Although the initial cost of the uniform may be higher than some other clothes parents may purchase for school, uniforms can be worn again and again, saving parents the expense of buying many outfits for their kids to wear to school. Uniforms may even be available for purchase from multiple places, allowing families to shop around for the best prices. Some uniforms may be simple, such as a white shirt and khaki pants, so that parents have more options.
care of the uniforms so they can handle the wear and tear of daily use, as well as all of the potential hazards kids might experience in a typical day. These tips can help families keep school uniforms in the best condition possible. Launder gently. Wash clothes in cold water to prolong the life of the clothing. When possible, line-dry items or tumble dry on low.
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Have a few backups. Purchase a few pairs of pants, skirts and shirts that can be interchanged each day. This will cut down on how frequently uniforms need to be washed. Spot-treat stains immediately. Kids seem drawn to stains from ink, grass, grease, and more, and these stains can permanently ruin clothing if they are not addressed promptly. Rely on some of these stain-removal techniques to keep uniforms looking newer longer: • Soak clothes in cola for 30 minutes prior to laundering to remove greasy marks or food stains. • A paste of white vinegar and baking soda can remove grass stains when worked into the stains and then washed. • Spray pen marks with hair spray then blot to lift off the ink. Repeat as needed before laundering. • Skip some washes. If the uniform isn’t especially soiled or smelly, it may be possible to wear it again without washing. Clothes can often be “refreshed” by using at-home dry cleaning kits. • Reinforce buttons. Use a thin coating of clear nail polish to serve as a protective barrier on button finishes. This will help the buttons look newer longer. The polish also can strengthen the thread that holds buttons on. • Label all clothing. Uniforms all look the same. Be sure to use ironon labels or sewn-in labels to identify kids’ clothing and avoid having to replace lost items. — Metro Creative Connection
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Avoid back injuries by choosing the right backpack Kids are going to be drawn to backpacks based on how they look, but parents need to consider function in order to help prevent injuries.
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14,000 children are treated for backpack-related injuries every year. The American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons says that the weight of a inding the right backpack is an essential component of back-to- backpack should not exceed 10 to 15 percent of a child’s body weight. But school shopping. Children may have their own ideas of what’s in style, many students pack their bags with much more weight than that. but parents should look for backpacks that are functional before factoring Improperly sized, worn and overstuffed backpacks can injure joints in style. Marrying form and function together can be challenging, but and lead to neck, back and shoulder injuries. They also may affect it’s necessary to prevent students from developing back problems. But children’s posture. parents must give consideration to more than just the size of their • Choose a streamlined model. Select a backpack that will get the children’s backpacks. job done without much added bulk. Many backpacks have been Depending on school schedules, students may be carrying backpacks designed to hold technological devices as more and more schools for up to 10 hours per day, five days per week. Backpacks may be filled integrate technology into the classroom. A less bulky bag might be with several pounds of stuff, such as textbooks, binders, laptops, and lighter and easy to carry. other supplies, potentially leading to injury. • Consider shopping at a sporting goods store. Employees at camping According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, at least Continued on page 13
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Well-Balanced Aftercare Program (3:45 pm - 6:20 pm): our aftercare program is play-based and academically oriented. Each day students enjoy a variety of fun activities while learning academic subjects through tutoring and supervision. • Homework completion
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and sporting goods retailers understand how to fit backpacks for hikers and outdoor adventurers. They can help measure a student and find a pack that will fit his or her body frame. Also, these retailers may have a wider selection of backpacks than some other stores, increasing the chances of finding the right fit. • Select a pack with a waist strap. According to the American Chiropractic Association, the body is not designed to carry items hanging from shoulders. By using the waist strap in conjunction with taut shoulder straps, students can distribute the weight in their backpacks over their hip bones instead of the shoulders. The padded and adjustable shoulder straps should be at least two inches wide. All straps should be used each time the pack is worn. • Backpacks should be loaded properly. Heavy items should be near the center bottom to distribute the load, rather than placed on top. Students should only carry what is necessary, visiting lockers or desks as needed to lighten their packs. Backpack fit and functionality is something parents should take seriously when shopping for school supplies. — Metro Creative Connection
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Navigating tech choices for school use Because of their popularity, laptops are a popular choice for students.
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echnology is essential in the daily lives of students. Whether it’s kids and students may want to revisit their options before buying new devices. learning their ABCs or graduate students pursuing advanced degrees, Desktop computer technology has transformed the way lessons are taught and learned. Desktop computers used to be the go-to for families and students, and Statistics support the notion that technology in the classroom is there are still many reasons why desktops make sense. In addition to their irreplaceable. According to data from the tutoring resource PracTutor, relatively inexpensive sticker price, desktop computers allow students to Houghton Mifflin Harcourt and various colleges, 98 percent of schools customize their packages according to their needs and get a powerful have one or more computers in the classroom. In addition, 77 percent operating system in the process. New and advanced processing speeds of teachers use the internet for instruction, while 40 percent of teachers also mean that many desktop computers can be relied on for educational report students use computers during instructional time in the classroom. purposes while also being fast enough to handle recreational gaming. Many instructors now assign homework that must be completed One of the main disadvantages of desktop computers is their lack of online. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development portability. Desktops are not easily moved, and if repairs are necessary, it looked at computer usage among 15-year-olds across 31 nations and can be a hassle to have them fixed. regions. Many students in high-performing nations reported spending between one and two hours a day on a computer outside of school. Because computers are so necessary in and out of the classroom, families Continued on page 16
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small and offer a wealth of access in a compact package. Today’s tablets offer much more than the first such devices to hit the market. Some can Laptop computers run apps and equivalent programs that were once exclusive to desktop Over the last decade, laptop computers have become more popular and laptop computers. Tablets also tend to be less expensive than than desktop computers, largely because of their portability. Laptops are desktops or laptops. designed to be taken from place to place, so students can use them for Where tablets may fall short is in the peripherals. It’s difficult to note-taking in the classroom and then studying at home. connect backup drives and other accessories to tablets. However, with Although laptop processors have just about caught up to desktop advancements in cloud-based storage, this may not be an issue. Also, processors, they may be lacking the processing pop unless consumers note-taking on virtual keyboards may be more challenging, and working are willing to pay more for laptops with high performance. Another on tablets’ small screens can be tiresome over time. Convertible tablet/ shortcoming of laptops is that they generally have smaller screens than laptops are now emerging to bridge these gaps. desktop computers, which can make working on fine details more Shopping for a new computer can be complicated, but basing challenging. purchases on need rather than want can help guide the process. Tablets — Metro Creative Connection Tablets offer the most in terms of portability. They’re lightweight and Continued from page 15
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GIRL’S MIDDLE SCHOOL BASKETBALL FALL AAU LEAGUE Join Princeton Area Elite for the Fall Season –Two practices a week –Three tournament opportunities. All practices at Stuart Country Day School, Princeton NJ. Practices will be held Wednesdays and Fridays tentatively 430-6. Season starts September 6 and runs thru November 5. The team will be coached by Mandrele Hansford, experienced AAU and middle school coach, and Justin Leith, Stuart Country Day School Athletic Director and Varsity Basketball Coach. The team will play 7/8th grade level. TRYOUTS: TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 5 (4-5:30pm)
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Small Group Classes “Sunshine” - preparatory class ages 4 - 6 yrs.
WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 6 (5-6:30)
Tryouts at Stuart Country Day School Season cost (to cover coaching and tournament costs)-$300 (financial assistance available) Please contact renemccurryjohnson@gmail.com with any questions or for a tryout registration form
“Sunbeam” - piano class ages K - 2nd grade “Moonbeam” - piano class ages 3rd grade - 6th grade
Private & Small Group Vocal Lessons Studio is located in Hamilton Twp., NJ Contact Weitz Music Studio at 609-587-7076
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