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by Mike Mickle Wow. I learned a lot about myself recently. I NEVER take Facebook quizzes. Perhaps, I should say I NEVER take Facebook quizzes UNLESS I’m sitting at my computer watching the 57th snowfall of the season and desperately trying to regain my will to go out into the frozen tundra. I succumbed to the pressure of finding out what country star I would be, what state I should live in and what super hero I should be. Let’s be honest. I’ve always wondered about all three. Turns out, Luke Bryan and I have a lot in common. If you’ve seen my dance moves, I’m sure you’d be convinced. I apparently shouldn’t be living in Iowa, or Oklahoma where I grew up, or California where I was born or even Florida where I love to vacation. Nope, I’ve been on the wrong path all these years. Thankfully, Facebook informed me that I belong in Kansas. While I truly believe there’s no place like home, I don’t feel like a Jayhawk. So, while practicing my hip-swiveling like Luke and clicking my heels together like Dorothy, I’m also faced with the task of turning into Iron Man. Who would have guessed that I am that super hero? I

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always thought of myself more as Mr. Incredible from the Disney movie. If you’ve seen the movie and watched him try to squeeze into his super hero uniform, you’ll understand the comparison. I’m also inundated with requests to crush candy, try hot slots and dive into color mania. Not gonna happen. While I may occasionally “farkle”, that’s my extent of social media game playing. It’s easy to let a virtual world determine how we spend our time in the real world. Social media is a great tool for sharing stories about your family, promoting your business and even alerting friends and family to a potential danger in our community. However, it’s never going to turn me into a country star with more hip movement than Elvis, that lives in Kansas and spends his evenings fighting crime all while looking a lot like Robert Downey Jr. Now, if they can create a social media site that does that... I’m ALL in... except for the Kansas part. Hope you enjoy the special section for spring/ summer activities for the kids in this edition of QCFF. We’ll do it again in the fall. Also, check out our Superintendents Speak Spotlight. This month, we hear from Kristin Humphries, the Superintendent of East Moline Schools. Meanwhile, Spring is right around the corner. Before we know it, we’ll be sitting in the backyard, visiting with neighbors and enjoying the warm starlit evenings. Now, that’s my kind of night. If you are a Luke Bryan fan, you are welcome. If you are not, sorry, that last line was lost on you :) Best wishes, Mike, Karen, Kyle, Kate and Matt

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Nutrition for Preschool Age Children McKenzie Taets RD, LD-Scott County WIC Program

Young children need the same variety of nutrientrich foods as older kids and adults, just in much smaller quantities. As portions have gotten bigger, some parents and caregivers have developed a distorted view of the amount of food toddlers and preschoolers need. Feeding children becomes less frustrating and less complicated when adults know what kids need to grow well and be healthy. Defining a Young Child’s Serving Size An appropriate serving size for children 2 to 3 years of age is about one-half an adult serving. This rule of thumb is based on serving sizes recommended by the 2010 Dietary Guidelines and MyPlate, not portions served in many restaurants. So a serving of bread, for example, for a 2- to 3-year-old would be half of a slice. Foods Young Children Need Most 2- to 3-year-old children need to consume about 1,000 to 1,200 calories per day. Here’s how to distribute those calories in a healthy eating plan: • Grain Group: About 3 to 4 ounces of grains per day, preferably half of them whole grains. - Example (3 ounces): one slice of bread, one cup ready-to-eat cereal and ½ cup cooked rice or pasta. • Vegetable Group: 1 to 1 ½ cups raw or cooked vegetables per day. Like adults, young kids need variety: mashed sweet potatoes, broccoli with low-fat dip or tomato sauce for pasta. - Example (1 cup): 6 baby carrots, ½ ear of corn and 10 broccoli florets. • Fruit Group: 1 cup fresh, frozen, canned, or dried per day. Limit juice to 4 to 6 ounces a day. Emphasize whole fruits rather than juice. - Example (1 cup): 4 large strawberries and 16 grapes; or 1 banana • Milk Group: 2 to 2 ½ cups cups per day. Whole milk

is recommended for children younger than 2. Older children can have lower-fat, calcium-rich choices such as fat-free or low-fat milk, yogurt and cheese. - Example (2 cups): 1 cup milk and 1/3 cup shredded cheese • Meat and Beans Group: 2 to 3 ounces total per day. Options include lean meat, poultry, fish, an egg, cooked beans (black, pinto, kidney) and peanut butter. - Example (2 ounces): 1 egg and 1 slice deli meat • Oils: About 3 teaspoons per day of liquid oil or margarine. Here is an example of what a healthy day might look like for a preschooler: - Breakfast: 1 scrambled egg, 1 slice toast with 1 teaspoon margarine, ½ banana - Morning Snack: 5 whole wheat crackers with 1 ounce cheese - Lunch: 6 baby carrots, 1 slice whole wheat bread with 2 teaspoons peanut butter - Afternoon Snack: 16 grapes, 1 container yogurt - Dinner: 1 small sweet potato, 2 ounces chicken breast, 1 cup milk For more information about eating plans and serving sizes for preschoolers, visit ChooseMyPlate. gov. What to Do About Snacks, Sweet Drinks and Desserts Plan two to three small snacks at set times during the day to refuel small, active bodies. Choose foods from the MyPlate food groups listed above. Make small servings of sweet drinks and desserts “sometimes” foods. *Information from www.choosemyplate.gov and www.eatright.org.

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“Just try a bite,” or “Eeeew! Vegetables are icky!” Amy Juhnke Director Marketing Communications LSI: People Focused • Results Driven

At many dinner tables around town tonight, parents will struggle, trying to get vegetables or other healthy foods in their children’s tummies. One way to improve your child’s eating habits is to actually include them in the cooking and preparation of their food. When toddlers are an active participant in the preparation of meals, they are more likely to try new foods. This can help them learn healthy eating habits that will growth with them. Allowing your 3 to 5-year-old to help prepare and cook food can also improve their motor skills. Using a plastic knife to cut vegetables or spread peanut butter will help a child build dexterity and coordination - skills which will later be needed when learning to write. The following are a number of ways that children can help in the kitchen to improve their skills and learn about food and nutrition at the same time. - Have them cut soft fruit such as bananas, kiwi and strawberries with a plastic serrated knife. This improves fine motor skills in the hand and increases hand-eye coordination. - Washing vegetables and lettuce in the sink teaches children that it is important to be sure food is clean and safe. Parents can also allow children to tear up the lettuce into small pieces for salad. Again, this helps with motor skills and dexterity and aids in building small muscles in the hands. - Have your child help measure and dump ingredients into a mixing bowl. Basic math skills are being utilized when she helps count out how many cups of flour go into the mixing bowl. She can also improve her sorting skills by keeping all the ingredients in a neat order before they are mixed. - Give children a lump of bread dough and show them how to knead and form it. This helps build strong muscles in the arms and can also be used as a calming activity for a child who needs to release some energy. - If you have a garden, let your child help you plant seeds and harvest the produce. Assisting in the garden teaches your child where some of their food comes from and how various foods grow differently. For example, they learn that potatoes grow under the ground, peppers grow on a bushy plant and peas need to be shelled out of a pod. Talk to your child

about the importance of eating healthy foods, which help their bodies to grow strong. - Let your child lend a hand in making simple desserts such as fruit parfaits. This is a tasty, healthy dessert alternative. Have your child cut up soft fruit such as bananas and strawberries, crush graham crackers into crumbs and help layer these ingredients with a flavored yogurt. Allowing children to help in the kitchen also builds their self esteem. Trusting them to help with “grown up” activities increases their self confidence as they feel they are contributing to the family. In addition to teaching your child good eating habits when they are young, you might find you hear the word “Eeeew!” a lot less often.

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Be an Overcomer Jenny May Shannon QC Child Development Center I recently started a journey towards health and overall peace in my life as I inch towards 40. One of my goals: lose 100 pounds. Wow. It seems like such a huge number when I write it. My son noticed I was making changes and wondered why. Not thinking, I exclaimed “because I’m fat, ugly, and lazy.” His horrified look as he cried, “Mommy, you’re NONE of those things,” showed me I chose the wrong words. Or did I? This was actually a teaching opportunity. So often, we are quick to blame the media for our negative views on our beauty, our brains, and even our abilities as parents. But we are our own saboteurs. And worse, our kids hear our negative self-talk and think it is acceptable. Changing this isn’t quick or easy, but it is possible. “You are right,” I said, wiping his tears. I explained how silly it is for any of us to see ourselves in that manner. I also related it to his own insecurities concerning his least favorite subject at school- Spelling. I reminded him of how he complains about being “horrible at spelling.” I couldn’t help but wonder how many of his low scores were due to his own negative self-talk. His big brown eyes started to smile when I told him it was possible to turn the Spelling woes around. Sometimes it can be as

simple as saying “I know I’m going to ace that quiz today” to get the positivity flowing. Talk to any preschool teacher and you’ll hear about correcting behaviors with gentle words or playing games that incorporate positive self-image. Jennifer Woelke, Director at QC Child Development Center in Silvis, enjoys the Funshine curriculum for the emphasis on open ended questions, consistency, and exploration, which help build confidence in the early years. As parents, we can help by not assuming we know what our little artists are creating. Asking, “Can you tell me more about your picture?” gives your child a chance to share a story about what may simply look like a purple blob. Jennifer suggests taking it a step further by telling the child “I love the way you used your colors” or “I can tell you worked very hard on this,” giving the child a sense of accomplishment. Asking about the highs and lows of your child’s day gives them a chance to see the good in what may have been perceived as a terrible day. Consistently having these types of discussions over family dinner or game night provides young children a sense of belonging and security, both necessary for a building positive selfesteem. Turning off our own negative self-talk may be a bit more difficult, but worthwhile for everyone. Your children WILL notice.

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Preschoolers and Technology

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In recent years the question about technology and preschoolers has come up more and more as different technologies have been developed. Apps for smart phones and tablets are just the latest digital media to give entertainment for children. Along with television, the Internet, computer and video games, there is no shortage of technology-based toys, including pretend cell phones and laptops for infants and toddlers. The possibilities are endless for our little tikes. There is no question that children under three should have very limited access to certain technologies, but that doesn’t mean they shouldn’t be exposed to it at all. Use of technology is a great resource for children to use their fine motor skills. Hitting buttons and using finger gestures on smart devices are great activities for children. Anything from computers, tablets or a digital camera could be used to help children learn. Preschoolers love to play and explore things they can manipulate and have control over. Being able to hit buttons and click a mouse and see something change on the screen gives them an outlet for those things and allows them to use multiple senses to accomplish it. All of these finemotor skills also help with teaching hand eye coordination. The benefits to teaching your preschooler early in this stage of development will pay off for years the same way catching and throwing a ball or using a pair of scissors will. Along with fine motor skills and hand eye coordination technology will help your preschooler with problem solving skills. Children gain a sense of independence when they can explore and learn new information on their own. Empowerment is one of the greatest things you can give your new learner. At Red Rover Children’s Learning Center we integrate technology in our classrooms with the help of Smart Boards, books on CD, and different technology based toys that our children can interact with. All of these things help our children grow and learn in new and interesting ways. Tips and tricks to help your child with technology include teaching children basic vocabulary of common terms such as “camera”, “iPad”, “tablet”, “computer”, “Internet”, “mouse”, “keyboard”, and “printer”. This helps familiarize the child with the devices and helps them get comfortable using it. Always keep in mind that technology is most beneficial with young children when we make sure they are using it for learning and not just solely for entertainment. Eventually our children will turn around and be tomorrow’s leaders and the newest innovators. Knowing how to use and understand technology at an early age will surely give them an extra edge once they enter elementary and middle school. The most important thing to remember is that you cannot actually teach a preschooler how to use technology, all we can do is integrate it into their day to day activities and make sure we help guide them in their journey.

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Long ago, people used shells, animal furs, unusual stones – even spices and tea – to buy or trade for the things they wanted or needed. Today, when people want to buy a book from a store or eat at a restaurant, they use money. City governments also need money because they run like businesses. City governments get most of the money they need from taxes, which are fees charged to people. Cities use the money they take in from taxes to pay the wages of city workers, such as police officers and fire fighters. Money from taxes is also used to buy equipment that a city needs like snowplows, grass mowers, and fire trucks. Tax money is also used to run libraries, 911 call centers, city bus services, and public swimming pools. Most people in a city are required to pay taxes. Sales tax is one kind of tax. It is the extra amount of money added to the cost of a good or service and is paid for by the buyer. Sales tax helps a city provide goods and services to all who work and live in it. Let’s practice calculating sales tax. Pretend we are taking a trip to the zoo. The sales tax at the zoo’s gift shop is 5 percent. That means you will owe 5 cents in taxes for each dollar you spend. You have a $10 gift card to use. If you choose to make a purchase, remember you will need to pay a little more money than what the price tag says to cover the taxes. Items for sale at gift shop: Bug Notebook $1.00 Nature Poster $2.00 Rock Candy $3.00 Glitter Pencil $1.00 Dinosaur Stickers $5.00 Example: If you purchased a Bug Notebook, you would owe the zoo’s gift shop $1.05. If you purchased Rock Candy, you would owe the zoo’s gift shop $3.15. Now, it’s your turn. Choose the items you want to purchase and calculate the sales tax. With your gift card you can spend up to $10, but you cannot go over $10. What will you buy? List the item(s), the quantity you want to purchase, and the cost with taxes next. 16

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___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ __________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ __________________________________________ __________________________________________ ___________________________________________ How did you do? Were you able to purchase the items you wanted without going over your budgeted amount of $10? Looking back: How much of your purchase will go back to the city as sales tax money? ___________________________________________ __________________________________________ Why do you think it is good for a city to have businesses? _________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ What would happen to a city if most or all its businesses closed or left town? ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ ___________________________________________ Businesses provide sales tax money to the city so it can pay its workers and purchase equipment. The next time you go shopping remember how sales taxes are helping your city be a good place to live, work, and play. Article content is a part of the JA Our City™ curriculum.

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Is Your Water Meter & Plumbing Protected from the Cold? Lisa M. Reisen, PHR Iowa American Water

TIPPING MYTHS ON THE FIRST DAY OF SPRING

Old Man Winter has arrived and if you aren’t careful, his visit can be a costly one. Iowa American Water reminds homeowners that now is the time to make preparations to prevent water damage from frozen and burst pipes and water meters before temperatures plunge even more this winter. Acting now can prevent costly plumbing repairs and frozen water meter replacement James Zahara fees that can cause headaches for homeowners. Stormpresident Team 8 of Iowa According to Randy Moore, Chief Meteorologist American Water, although the winter season can pose WQAD HD 8 and many challenges to a homeowner, one of theNews biggest most costly is the risk of frozen pipes. “When ice expands inside pipes, it can crack and burst the pipe, leaving homeowners with a costly plumber bill, and thousands of dollars in damages from leaking inside their March 20th marks thewater first day of spring, or home,” said. vernalheequinox. Astronomers define the equinox meters need as During “equal winter night.”weather, What’swater special aboutand thepipes vernal special care keep themday from so homeowners equinox is to that on that thefreezing, axis of the earth lines should take help protect their up with thereasonable axis of theprecautions sun, makingtothe length of our property and the water company’s meter from damage. day and night just about equal. There are two times “Weatherproofing your home the cold will pay annually when day and nightagainst are essentially moredividends on energy bills in the winter and will also or-less equal in length: the spring and autumnal help protect your indoor equinoxes plumbing against(September the threat of breaks,” Moore added. 23rd). These celestial tipping Iowa American Water encourages you to take the points have been observed following precautions to for reduce the risk of frozen water thousands of years and meters and pipes that can freeze and burst. given rise to a considerable • Make sure everyone in your home knows where the body of folklore. main water shut-off valve is and how to turn it off or bursts, It’s a shut special and on. If a pipe freezes the time waterofoff the year, when many people immediately. seem to think special things in • Search your house for un-insulated pipes, especially can happen, like balancing unheated areas. Consider wrapping pipes with electric eggs on end or brooms on heating tape, but follow manufacturers’ instructions their bristles. Is there any carefully to avoid a fire hazard. behind myth? • Seal cracks and holes inscience outside walls andthe foundations, youlines can balance especially where cableIt’s TVtrue or that phone enter the egg cold on its endaway on the house, with caulking toankeep winds from vernal equinox, the first day pipes. However, you can • If your home is heated of byspring. a hot-water radiator, bleed also slightly. balance Close an eggthem on when the the valves by opening them water appears. day before the equinox, the • Make certain that the water to your bibs is of shut day after, or hose on any day off inside your house (via a turnoff valve), and that the year. This superstitiousthe lines are disconnected and drained.was belief generally • Drain and shut off entirely the watertoto the any unoccupied attributed Chinese, residence such as a summer or vacation A loss that you can standhome. raw eggs of power during a winter storm could cause pipes on end on the first day of spring. Apparently, this to freeze. you from intendthe to leave a property comes If from notion that dueentirely to the without sun’s heat, be sure to drain all water to prevent possibility equal position between the poles of the the earth at the

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of frozen pipes. • Set the thermostat at 55 degrees if you’re going out of town. Although you may be able to get away with a lower temperature, this setting is considered to be safe for pipes. •C o n s i d e r wrapping your water heater in an insulation blanket. While not really at danger for freezing, this can lower your heating bills. A frozen water meter can lead to expensive home plumbing repairs and meter replacement charges. Act now cold special weathergravitational from takingforces a biteapply out of time to of prevent the equinox, your homeeggs plumbing and your wallet. Replacement costs allowing to stand. range from holds $115 to depending sizeon of its the Same true$325 about balancingona the broom meter. Taking the necessary precautions can keep you bristles. Again, some people think that can only be from expenses and trouble this align. winter. donesome on theunexpected vernal equinox or when the planets Iowa American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: Nope.isThe the broomwater is you needin enough AWK), the trick largestwith investor-owned utility the state, pressurehigh-quality on the bristles forcing them apart to providing and reliable water services to enough approximately 200,000 Founded in 1886, American the largest form a people. stable base. That is what allowsWater it toiscontinue publicly traded U.S. water and wastewater utility company. With to stand byinitself. headquarters Voorhees, N.J., the company employs approximately dedicated So, whether its thewho egg or the broom, you’re 7,000 professionals provide drinking water,ifwastewater and other related services to an estimated 15 million people in more able to accomplish both tasks no matter what time of than 30 states and parts of Canada. More information can be found by the year you definitely have something to brag about. visiting www.amwater.com.

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Test taking strategies

Dawn Anderson-Rascher Associate Director of Learning Information Systems

Most students begin taking an annual standardized achievement test, such as the Iowa Assessments, by the time they are in second grade. Standardized test results are used in three ways: 1. to report individual progress to students and their parents; 2. to give teachers and administrators information that will help them make decisions regarding curriculum; and 3. to compare the progress of grade-level groups with district, state and national groups. When it comes to preparing for standardized tests the best advice I can give you is to RELAX. You will concentrate better, remember more and focus on the test material. Learning how to relax is simple: (1) Close your eyes, (2) Inhale through your nose deeply and slowly, and (3) Exhale slowly through your mouth. Do this two to three times before the start of the test or any time you feel yourself getting nervous. The best way to prepare for a standardized test is to do your class work, read as much as you can, and apply math skills in an everyday context – yes, the dreaded word problem! This practice, along with the test-taking strategies below, will help you perform your best on any standardized test. • Stay positive. • Get a good night’s sleep before the test and eat a good breakfast that morning. • Listen carefully to the teacher’s instructions. • Read the directions for each question carefully,

Get the latest information on what’s happening in the Davenport School District with Dr. Arthur Tate. Scan the qr code to be taken directly to his interview or log on to https://vimeo.com/87113955 looking for specific instructions on what to do. Look for the details – you may be asked to select the answer that is not true. • Read all answers before choosing the “best” one. • Look for key words in the questions such as: choose, describe, compare, similar, except, and not. • Stay focused on your test, even if other students finish early. Smart test takers know how to use all available time to double-check their work. • Skip a question that you are completely stuck on. You can always return to it later. • Use the process of elimination if you are not sure of an answer. If you can eliminate two wrong answers, then your chance of choosing the right answer is greater. • If you have time, check over your answers. If you’re unsure about an answer, ask yourself why it is correct. This is likely to uncover any flaw in your original thinking. Remember, it is okay not to know everything – these tests are designed to challenge you. You only need to do your best work.

Looking for some fun summer camps for your kids? Here are just a few offered through the Rock Island County Extension. Horse Camp will be for youth entering 5th through 8th grade. Explore the world of horses. Youth will learn what it takes to groom, halter, and ride horses. This camp will allow youth to get up close with live horses. The location will be TBA. (June 30th – July 2nd) Science Explorers Camp will be for youth entering 4th through 6th grade. You will learn all about science and nature with hands on activities. The camp will be held at the Rock Island Conservation Club. (July 7th – July 11th)

Video/Filmmaking Camp will be for youth entering 7th through 9th grade. Discover the world of video and filmmaking. You’ll use various techniques and types of equipment to film, edit, and produce your own short video clips. The camp will be held at Rock Island County Extension, 321 West 2nd Ave., Milan, IL. (July 21st – July 25th) Crazy Cooks Cooking Camp will be for youth entering 4th through 6th grade. Challenge your skills in the kitchen - learn the basics of preparing recipes and discover how to make a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks. The camp will be held at Rock Island County Extension, 321 West 2nd Ave., Milan, IL. (July 21st – July 25th)

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Saturday, June 21st Free Kids Craft Day John Deere Pavilion 10:00am-4:00pm Theme: Celebrate Dairy Month

Saturday, July 19th Learn and Play Day John Deere Pavilion 10:00am-4:00pm Activities: Pedal Tractor Pull, Battery Powered Gator Course, Miller’s Petting Zoo, Johnny’s Little Farm and several other hands on activities for kids. Saturday, August 16th Free Kids Craft Day John Deere Pavilion 10:00am-4:00pm Theme: Baseball and Agriculture

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Playing and Learning Together with Jim

Elly Gerdts PR Coordinator Family Museum

“Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” Fred Rogers. The Family Museum is bringing back the family-favorite musician, Jim Gill, to perform during their annual Spring Break Spectacular. By encouraging family play through songs and movement, Jim Gill is an excellent complement to the programs and exhibits of the Family Museum. Within the first minutes of a Jim Gill concert, kids are on their feet singing, playing, dancing, freezing, yelling, and wiggling. And the best part is, parents and caregivers are singing and playing right there next to them. Jim knows a thing to two about kids and the benefits of play: he completed his graduate studies in child development with an emphasis on play at the Erikson Institute of Chicago. According to the Official Journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, “Play is essential development because

it contributes to the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being of children.” To Jim, music is a natural medium for playful exploration that leads to engaged learning. Children learn all sorts of things through songs: the location of their head, shoulders, knees, and toes; the order of the alphabet, and so on. But music is so much more than a tool to help children learn facts. Music has been known to boost brain power, improve memory, help with socializing, build confidence, and teach patience. Another aspect that the Family Museum and Jim Gill see eye-to-eye on is the importance of parents and children learning together. When a child sees his mom or dad acting silly, playing a game, or singing a song, he feels more confident and is more likely to play along. Play is a great time for a child and parent to bond. Jim Gill’s Contagious Tunes Tour will perform at the Family Museum on Sunday, March 16 at 2:00 pm.

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Get the Kids Off the Couch

Zach Klipsch Executive Director, YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln

There have been some alarming data that has been published recently about the health trends of our youth: • Obesity rates in children causing shorter life expectancy than that of their parents. –The New England Journal of Medicine • 10 year study suggests youth (ages 8-18) are spending 7.5 hours a day using electronic media. --Kaiser Family Foundation Study • 1 in 10 U.S. children diagnosed with ADHD --Center for Disease Control and Prevention As a parent of five children all under the age of 10, I was initially shocked by these studies. Our children are being raised in a time where we know more about the human body than ever before. How could it be that as we have become more educated about health, our children have become less healthy? There is not one answer to this question but I believe there are some critical similarities to the origins of many of these symptoms. I have been the Executive Director of YMCA Camp Abe Lincoln for 7 years and worked in the youth development field for nearly 10 years. In that time, I have seen thousands of children participate in our programs. Some of the data I discussed earlier has been reflected in conversations I have had with parents and children over the years. Whether it is a child who believes they physically cannot make the walk to our lake (3/4 mile) as they are out of shape. Or the child who is afraid to come to camp because we don’t allow cell phones. This may seem silly for many of us, but if your main form of communication were taken away, (I do mean main form as many children feel more comfortable texting or Facebooking than they do having a face to face conversation,) how would you feel? Children are just growing up differently now than their parents did and definitely different than their

Summer Workshops for Kids Fridays at the Figge • Grades K-5 Art in the Middle • Grades 6-8 Register by March 31 to receive $5 off per class. Call 563.345.6630 or email haaronson@figgeartmuseum.org to register. Davenport, Iowa • 563.326.7804 www.figgeartmuseum.org

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grandparents did. How often do your kids just play outside? Do they play outside as much as you did growing up? I specifically remember playing “Kick the Can” or “Jailbreak” with our neighborhood kids for hours. We participated in what has now been coined “Free Play.” We made up games, dug in the dirt for dinosaur bones using our imagination, and fished in duck creek with corn and hot dogs. What we were doing was engaging with nature. In his book Last Child in the Woods, Richard Louv uses the term “Nature Deficit Disorder.” While this is not a scientific diagnosis, it is close to what I believe is happening to our youth today. Children are not using their imagination in a natural environment. At Camp Abe Lincoln, we put children into intentional situations that will positively impact their life through character development programs. While at camp, children will do activities that engage them with nature. Horseback riding, archery, canoeing, swimming, and many other activities that put children into a position to engage with their natural surroundings. They will also build beneficial relationships with children and counselors from all over the Midwest and the world through our International Camp Counselor Program. Camp Abe Lincoln is a great place to get children involved in nature, but there are many ways to get your kids outdoors. Go for a walk as a family, stop by the park, build a tree house, just do something together. I highly encourage you to stop by any of your local YMCA’s where many have community gardens and great spring and summer programs right near your home. Check them out on the web at QCYMCA.org. For more information about Camp Abe Lincoln, visit us on the web at www.YMCACampAbeLincoln.org or call me at 563.381.3053 and we can discuss this issue further. Today is the day! Put the cell phone down, close that laptop, shut down the tablet, turn off your TV, grab your child’s hand, and step outside. If it’s cold, grab a hat and gloves, if it’s rainy, grab an umbrella. Maybe start with 30 minutes a day. They will probably whine at first, but eventually it may be the best and healthiest part of their day.

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Let’s Dance! Submitted By: Quad City Dance Network

They compete with each other at competitions on a regular basis, yet their love for dance has also forged a special bond. The Quad City Dance Network is comprised of instructors and students from 9 area dance studios. The network was developed in 2011 by a local dance studio owner. After reaching out to other dance teachers and studio directors, we began to hold lunch meetings approximately once a month. The purpose is to “network” our resources, knowledge and experience as dance educators. The main focus is to present the annual fall dance workshop each year for area dancers to come together and learn from guest teachers out of the Chicago, St. Louis and Indianapolis areas. We work hard to provide the event at the lowest price possible which allows dancers to have an opportunity that might not otherwise be available to them. Over time, these dance teachers from many different backgrounds, have grown a special bond that leads to respect, admiration and friendship. While being in a very competitive business we have all agreed to share our passion with our community and its youth in the arts. The result has been an overwhelming response and most importantly, the dancers can see what can be achieved when working together as one! As members, we hope to inspire them to do the same!

VARIOUS SUMMER CLASS PROGRAMS ARE AVAILABLE AT QC DANCE NETWORK MEMBER STUDIOS: Above the Barre Dance Academy Davenport, IA 563-359-3222 www.abovethebarredanceacademy.com Summer classes & camps available for all ages Belle Academy of Dance Davenport, IA 563-324-7330 www.belleacademydance.com Dance Centers of Iowa Davenport, IA www.facebook.com/pages/ Dance-Centers-Of-Iowa Summer program June 23 – August 8 The Dance Connection East Moline, IL 309-755-9722 www.vandeb@aol.com Classes available year round The Dancer’s Place Davenport, IA www.dancers-place.com Summer classes begin June 16 DanceWorks Davenport, IA 563-323-3630 www.danceworks5678.net Summer classes held in July Expressions of the QC Dance Academy Bettendorf, IA 563-355-7818 www.expressionsoftheqcdanceacademy.com 8 week summer session starting June 9 Jenny’s Dance Academy Blue Grass, IA 563-381-4565 www.jennysdanceacademy.com 4 week summer program begins July 7 Tina’s Dance Studio & Tumbling Center Eldridge, IA 563-285-2222 www.tinasdancestudioinc.biz 6 week summer program begins June 30

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In 2013, DJT started their Spectrum Theatre program. Whether living with autism or other developmental challenges, this program gives a place Daniel DP Sheridan for kids to develop communication skills while doing Performing Arts Supervisor theatre and having fun. The focus is on developing the City of Davenport Parks and Recreation whole child in a recreational environment. Davenport Junior Theatre The upcoming “Spring Break Performing Arts Camp - Brothers Grimm” runs from March 17 Davenport Junior Theatre (DJT) is the second oldest 21. Students come to DJT all day long! For kids children’s theatre in America! Founded in 1951, DJT is a ages 6 - 13, this week long adventure explores acting, proud program of Davenport Parks and Recreation (DPR). improvisation, makeup, lights, musical theatre, sound, DJT provides theatre and dance programs for kids the life of a professional actor and more! Camp is ages 3-18. In the past five years, this program has grown divided into groups by age, with each group performing from 350 to now over 1,500 annual enrollments. What is its their original script at  the end of camp for family and recipe for success?  friends. Our job is to create that special environment where This summer, Junior Theatre is offering six exploration and fun are the norm. Then kids really start to theatre camps and many mini-dance camps. Over 30 open up and develop their skills. other classes will also be offered through the theatre, “For Kids, By Kids” has been DJT’s motto for dance and spectrum programs. Kids ages 3 - 18 are generations. The goal is to give every child the tools to served all summer long. speak clearly, confidently and creatively no matter where The camp expansion is the big thing this life may lead them. Oh! And of course, there is a lot of summer. Our camps have been filling up months ahead fun to be had in the process. From Acting to Broadway to of time. So we created three all new camps for kids to Improv to Film to Creative Theatre Fun (ages 3-4), there is try this summer. They will be camps like we’ve never  something theatrical for every child. done them before. In 2011, DJT launched its all new School of Davenport Junior Theatre is ready for a summer Dance. This non-competitive program focuses on the joy of of exploration and fun. What’s the only thing missing? learning. A specific emphasis is placed on affordability so Your family! Be sure to join DJT this summer for all more people can access professional quality dance. Every their great programs. child develops the poise and confidence to “Live It! Love It! Davenport Junior Theatre - 563/326-7862 Dance It!” their whole life long. www.DavenportJuniorTheatre.org

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Frozen Free Fall Spring may be just around the corner but, for those of us in Davenport, outside looks more like a deep freeze. Embrace the cold for one more month with Frozen Free Fall, inspired by Disney’s animated film “Frozen.” With this puzzle-style game, kids can match crystals to earn points and unlock more characters to unveil a story. This app is geared for elementary-aged children and is available on both Android and Apple devices.

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Interacting with a bilingual robot, launching rockets and digging for dinosaurs’ bones probably isn’t your typical day. But it will be soon at the Putnam with its exciting, new Science Center set to open April 12. The Putnam Science Center is part of the museum’s focus on science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) education and supports national and statewide efforts to increase STEM skills. Through featuring STEM-focused exhibits and programs throughout the years – hosting the “Leonardo da Vinci: Man, Inventor, Genius” exhibit, continuing to conduct its “Battle of the Bridges” annual contest and its “Explorers” program – the Putnam is responding to the community’s desire to take STEM education to a new level. “For 147 years, the Putnam Museum has been the place where you can go and discover your world,” said Nichole Myles, vice president of exhibits and education at the Putnam. “Well, our world has changed, and a lot of that has to do with STEM. The time is right, and we have the capacity to deliver what Putnam members and visitors want.” Using existing museum space, the center will span 10,000 square feet and feature more than 45 hands-on stations. Visitors of all ages will not only learn concepts but will have fun together doing it. The “Innovation” section will showcase aerospace, robotics, architecture and structure, balls and chutes, film and music. A “How Things Work” section will immerse visitors in concepts such as energy and simple machines, electricity and magnets, and light and sound. And many of the stations will be huge, like the 14-foot dinosaur dig area or the 25-by-13-foot tug-of-war lever! Visitors will also understand how these concepts connect to careers and how STEM makes the world a better place. Myles said the Putnam’s existing Spark! Learning Lab, established in February 2011, has served as a test site for the idea of presenting STEM career concepts to kids. “Children make the decision of ‘what they are good at’ by age 10,” Myles said. “How do you know what you’re good at if you don’t know what’s out there? At the Putnam, you can discover and learn ‘hands-on.’ Kids can return to school excited to study subjects like science and math. We’re looking forward to presenting STEM concepts and careers to parents as well, so they can see what’s possible for their children.” With the development and opening of the Center, the Putnam has been partnering with institutions and companies on local, national and international levels. For example, Davenport-headquartered Genesis Systems Group programmed the one-of-a-kind robotic arm featured at the entrance to the center. The Putnam currently serves as Iowa’s “hub” institution for the National Girls Collaborative Project, which is funded by the National Science Foundation and committed to encouraging girls

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to pursue STEM careers. Roto, an international design and production firm, helped with the Putnam’s vision of repurposing existing museum space. The Putnam also has a partnership with Davenport Schools where every sixth grader will get to experience the center. Additionally, Davenport West has partnered with the center on a Fabrication Laboratory, or Fab Lab, a classroom that will feature high-tech equipment, smart boards and convertible furniture to support active learning efforts. The Fab Lab is connected visually to Fab Labs throughout the world allowing users to connect with other users’ projects around the globe. “We’ve received so much support from the community,” Myles said. “The Science Center has become a reality because of collaborations with so many groups – from companies to higher education to kids helping raise money by donating saved coins through our ‘STEM Take learning about simple machines to Makes Cents’ new heights with the “Lift Yourself Pulley,” just one of the fun, hands-on activities program.” at the Putnam Science Center. Currently, an average visit to the Putnam may take 1 hour and 45 minutes to 2 1/2 hours. But with so many activities, the center will extend the fun and is estimated to double that time. Furthermore, the center’s STEM exhibits as well as Putnam’s other permanent exhibits are connected to fun and intriguing movies in the Putnam’s Giant Screen Theater. With music from Coldplay, The Temper Trap, New Order, indigenous musicians and commissioned choral pieces, “The Earth Wins” is a visceral experience celebrating the magnificent diversity of the earth’s riches. National Geographic’s “Mysteries of the Unseen World” will also open this spring at the Putnam, taking audiences into earthly worlds secreted away in different dimensions of time and scale. “The Putnam provides fun, hands-on, inspiring experiences for everyone, and we sincerely mean that,” Myles said. “We embrace everyone in the community, and we are looking forward to the community continuing to embrace the Putnam experience.” QC Family Focus - March 2014 31

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Making a Difference for QC Kids Nancy Dirschel

It all began in 1949 when a group of fathers at Monroe Elementary School decided to form a club that would promote healthy activities for their sons. The idea quickly grew and as a result, drew interest from other schools. By 1951 Adams, Garfield, Jefferson, Johnson, Lincoln and Washington established their “Dads Club”. In November of 1951 the Association was formed, bylaws were established and the first executive board was elected. We were officially incorporated in June of 1953. The Association moved quickly to organize activities for all the schools. Dads Club took over the baseball program from the Davenport Park Board and also allowed girls to participate with our softball program. Eventually, soccer, basketball and flag football were added. These days, Dads Club serves children across the Quad Cities and beyond. Our mission is to develop and deliver quality youth sports programs. Our coaches are dedicated to building character while providing a fun, family environment for the kids. Our costs compared to competitive leagues are minimal. Fees vary from $30-$50 for any particular

sport. We also have a scholarship program for those that are in need of assistance. Our children get a great developmental start with Dads Club. We help the kids learn what is needed to play the sport. We also give them time to purely enjoy the sport without all the pressure placed on them by some of the more competitive travel teams. We also give back to the community. In addition to providing quality sports programs, we have contributed when the need has arisen, such as new basketball hoops at Adams. Dads Club has paid for the grading, gravel work at Wood and for holiday food baskets for local families in need. Our club even raised money to build the soccer complex. Dads Club celebrates our 63rd anniversary this year. We are so thankful to our volunteer coaches, parents, referees, Davenport Community School and Davenport Park and Rec for their continued involvement and partnership. The volunteers of the past, present and future are the backbone of Dads Club and will continue to shape the future for more generations to come.

Congratulations to all the winners from our last 3 contests. Monica Kruse from Bettendorf won a Party tray from Capriotti’s. Erica Odegaard from Eldridge won an overnight stay for four at Hotel Blackhawk, one hour of bowling and a $75 food credit at Bix Bistro. Colleen Sherbeyn from Geneseo won dinner for two at Texas Roadhouse. Activities Guide for Kids

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Kris Lundquist The Family Credit Union Vice President of Marketing

You’ve no doubt heard of a “rainy day fund” to help out with those unexpected expenses such as car repairs, home improvement needs or perhaps an injury or unexpected health issue. You’ve also heard of coming up with a better budget by tracking expenses for food, utilities, mortgage, etc. How about the basic emergency fund? All are great ideas, but times are changing. Our children are more active. Whether your child is on three sports teams or a member of the band, heading off to summer camp or in theatre workshops, the cost of being active is increasing. Why not start an “activities account”? Pre-planning can lesson the blow when it comes time to pay up. Here are some simple tips to help you avoid activity overload. 1. Set a budget. If you have more than one child, decide how much money is allocated to each one. Typically, the activities for preschool age children cost less than the ones older children participate in. 2. Determine the cost. If your child or children were involved in activities last year, look back at the expenses. Get a total for all the enrollment or membership dues. If it’s a sports team, how much was spent on tournaments, hotel rooms, gas and food? Take that number and increase it by 20% this year. Chances are, the costs are increasing. 3. Look for ways to trim expenses. While it may not be popular with your child to stay in a different hotel than his friends, using loyalty rewards at a hotel can save you a lot of money. Prepare snacks and even a meal in advance. Instead of stopping for fast food on the way, have a sandwich prepared. Instead of paying the concession stand prices, bring your own sports drinks, water, fruit and other healthy snack options. 4. Help your child prioritize. Sometimes, it’s not possible for our children to participate in ALL the

things that they express interest in. Have an open, honest discussion with them. Help them realize the cost of extra-curricular activities and let them help choose which ones make the cut and which ones don’t. Not only is that a good lesson in budgeting, it will help the children really determine what’s important to them. 5. Start planning now for next year. Once you’ve determined how much you can spend, what activities your children will participate in and ways to save money along the way, you can begin to start a savings plan for 2015. Set aside a little each month to help you grow your activities account. When next year rolls around, you’ll be able to enjoy that home run, trumpet solo, theatre performance or dance recital because it’s already paid for. 6. Save money on family summer outings. The Family Credit Union can help you save money – pre-announcing Family Dollar Days – Every Monday June 2 through August 11. One Dollar for admission to Quad City Area family venues. Stay tuned for details. An active child is a dedicated child. If your son or daughter is part of team, a choir, a band or ensemble, they are learning a lesson that you can’t put a price tag on. Creating something as a group builds a sense of camaraderie. It also helps your child grow in an area he or she enjoys and that can create memories that last a lifetime. Pre-planning can help you avoid financial distress, therefore making it more enjoyable for everyone.

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Summer Enrichment Programs: Planning a Break That’s Both Fun and Constructive

Karen Roebuck, Director of Admissions & Marketing, Rivermont Collegiate

Ah, the lazy days of summer – long bike rides, afternoons spent at the local pool, and perhaps a few too many hours of video games. Sound familiar? Have you often wondered how to plan a summer for your child that is both fun and constructive? One of the best ways to keep young minds active over the break from school is to enroll in a quality summer enrichment program. As summer approaches, you’ll no doubt see a myriad of brochures and flyers for summer camps and programs. It can feel overwhelming attempting to select the best one for your child! I often give a few tips to parents as they plan their child’s summer. First, look for a camp or program that is truly “enrichment.” There are many camps that offer outdoor play, sports, crafts, and games without an academic focus. While these camps certainly have their benefits, they may not offer the mentally engaging or challenging experience you’re looking for. To keep your child’s mind active and growing over the break, look for programs that offer unique, handson experiences in reading, writing, reasoning, questioning, mathematic processing, and scientific thinking. A program should spark your child’s imagination and engage their

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intellect while incorporating fun into the learning. There’s a lot to learn, as well as a lot of fun to be had, in building a rocket, cultivating plants in a greenhouse, or publishing your own story, for example. Second, look for a program that allows your child to explore what interests them most. Is your child crazy about computers or fascinated by the ocean? The right summer program will give them to opportunity to explore these interests in courses they wouldn’t normally get in the classroom. Third, look for programs with a schedule that fits your child’s needs. There is no set length for a camp or program that is best and children do benefit from some downtime over the summer. If your child is very active and social, enrolling in full day programs for a large portion of the summer may be a good choice. If you find your child does best when planned activities are well balanced with free time, a morning or afternoon only program or several programs interspersed throughout the summer may be a better option. With the wide variety of programs available, the time and thought spent selecting one suitable for your child can make the difference between an ordinary or extraordinary summer. Explore your options and include your child in the decision process, which will enhance their excitement about and enjoyment of the programs you select. May your summer be extraordinary!

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Lisa Lockheart Publicity and Outreach Liaison Rock Island Public Library

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Pete the Cat is a pretty groovy cat, and he loves to dance. You’re invited to move along with him at fun dance party for all ages at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th Street, on: Monday, April 7, 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm, Main Library Community Room. Part of the Rock Island Library’s early learning program, the party includes dancing, Pete the Cat stories, a sing-a-long and Pete the Cat crafts. Attendees can also pick up some fun giveaways, including bags and bookmarks. And to really get in the Pete the Cat spirit, you’re invited to wear your groovy buttons or cool shoes, and dress like Pete the Cat! Based on the popular children’s books about the groovy blue cat by Eric Litwin and illustrator James Dean, the Pete the Cat series includes I Love my White Shoes, Four Groovy Buttons, Rocking In My School Shoes, and Magic Sunglasses. “Meet Pete, the groovy blue cat. He likes movin’, groovin’ and schoolin’. No matter where he goes, Pete the Cat always keeps his cool!” This special Spring Hug-A-Book event is funded by the Merrill Harris Memorial of the Rock Island Public Library Foundation. The event is free and open to the public. For more information about upcoming programs for children, teens and adults, visit the library’s online branch at www.rockislandlibrary. org, call 309-732-7360 or follow the library on Facebook or Twitter. There are lots of great things happening in the East Moline School District. Superintendent Kristin Humphries explains the district’s core values in this Superintendents Speak video. Scan the qr code or log on to https://vimeo.com/87114638 to hear what Superintendent Humphries has to say!

Keeping Your Kids in the Game Dr. Traci Nelson Hassel Nelson Chiropractic

Gone are the days where most kids can play a different sport for every season. Youth athletics have gotten so serious and the programs have developed to the point that most sports can occur nearly all year round. This kind of rigorous schedule can lead to an increased number of injuries. Approximately one third of all injuries of childhood are sports-related. This equals 3.5 million injuries seeking medical attention to children under 14 years old every year. There are more kids playing sports and they are performing at higher levels than ever before. Children are starting as early as 2-3 years old and while they are gaining physical fitness, confidence and social skills they can be putting their structures (bones & joints) at risk. Overuse injuries can occur without proper rest

and stretching. Children have slower reaction times and are less coordinated than adults which can lead to increased number of injuries to their bodies with sports. When poor or ill-fitting equipment is used it substantially increases the frequency and severity of injuries. Chiropractic has been shown to minimize the risk of injuries and to improve peak athletic performance. The Journal of Chiropractic Research stated that with a 12 week program of conservative chiropractic adjustments athletes showed a 30% improvement in reaction time. Most all professional athletes and teams utilize chiropractors to optimize performance and reduce chance of injury and these benefits translate to young athletes as well. Along with regular chiropractic care to improve joint and nervous system function, young athletes should eat properly, hydrate properly, rest any minor injuries to prevent serious damage, keep equipment in good repair and report any physical concerns to their coaches and parents. Athletics can have positive impact on young lives to develop life skills but their adults need to take caution to reduce risks and insure their structure is properly aligned by a chiropractor.

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Students Prepare with “My Plan”

Kirk Marske Director, Career Cruising Quad Cities

The old saying is “a little preparation goes a long way”. Career Cruising Quad Cities (CCQC) strongly agrees – our program is all about helping Quad City area students prepare for their future education and career plans. Students using Career Cruising Quad Cities are introduced to this web-based career exploration program through their school. Teachers and counselors provide guidance and activities to help students in grades 6-12 with their career exploration. But CCQC is not just for students and educators – parents and mentors can get involved, too. CCQC can be accessed any time on any computer with internet access. Parents and mentors who want to support their student’s career exploration can encourage them to add detailed information to their Plan (called My Plan). Every student registered for their own account in CCQC has a Plan. One component of My Plan is the My Activities and Experiences tool, a place for students to document their personal and academic achievements. There are six categories in this section: • Extracurricular Activities • Hobbies and Interests • Skills and Abilities • Awards and Certificates • Volunteer Experience • Work Experience The CCQC program makes it easy to save the information with drop-down menus and text boxes that lead you through the process. A student can record the organizations, teams, and other activities they are involved in. You can save specific dates and other details about volunteer experiences, work experiences, and awards and certificates. 40

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Why is it important to record information for these topics now? Because it establishes an accurate record of school-year experiences and enables easy access to it when the time comes to apply for a part-time job, a scholarship, or college admission. Regardless of your student’s age, you can begin to document these categories now. Starting at an early age provides a benefit of having accurate and detailed information in the later years, information that would be difficult to recall at a later time had you not recorded it along the way. Another benefit is that the information recorded in My Plan can also be used for the Build a Resume tool. With the click of a mouse, you can designate which of the six categories (or all 6) you would like included in the resume. It’s a real time saver to upload the recorded information right into the resume without trying to determine details from several years ago! Students can access their Plan by logging in to www.CareerCruising.com and clicking on the My Plan link at the top of the home page. Career Cruising Quad Cities is administered by Junior Achievement

of the Heartland in partnership with The Moline Foundation. To learn more or volunteer, visit www.CareerCruisingQuadCities.org.

What to Consider When Buying a Vehicle Kelly Henderhsot Communications Officer, DHCU Community Credit Union Shopping for an auto loan can be time-consuming and a little confusing. But, once you know these car-buying basics, you’ll save money on financing your first car or your 10th: 1. Evaluate your financial situation. Financial Service Officers at DHCU Community Credit Union can help you assess your financial situation with a free Account reVIEW. Visit any branch or DHCU.org/ review to get started. 2. Compare annual percentage rates (APRs). DHCU currently beats the QCA average by 51%, saving you as much as $1,393 over the life of the loan.* 3. Consider buying used. Whether you’re looking for that first set of wheels for your teenage driver or a great deal on a “new to you” vehicle, check out bargains at the CU Carlot: DHCU.org/repos. 4. Pay off the loan as quickly as possible and you could save hundreds of dollars in interest charges. Making payments on your loan is fast and easy using AutoPay (DHCU.org/autopay). 5. Ask DHCU to preapprove your loan so you can bargain for a dealer discount based on a cash sale.

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The best orthopaedic care is closer than you think. You don’t have to go far to find the best in orthopaedic care. The experienced surgeons of OS practice at four convenient locations – Bettendorf, Davenport, Clinton and Moline. When you want orthopaedic care that gets you back to your life with less downtime, less pain, and a speedy recovery – choose the surgeons of OS.

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Cold Weather and Joint Pain: What’s the Link? Submitted by Orthopaedic Specialists

While the crisp air and the snow-covered landscape paint a pretty picture, cold temperatures can bring with it some not-so-pleasant side-effects for your joints. Many people experience a worsening of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and joint pain affecting the hips, knees, elbows, shoulders and hands during the winter months. And while the scientific evidence supporting this is conflicting, it’s a harsh reality for many Quad City residents. The reason for that extra ache can be attributed to changes in humidity and barometric pressure. In fact, any type of inflammatory condition such as arthritis, bursitis or tendonitis can be affected by such weather changes. During the winter months, many people also tend to decrease their level of exercise. That, coupled with the cold temperatures, can cause the joints to stiffen and become less flexible. “When it’s cold outside, it’s more difficult for blood to circulate to our extremities, which can result in pain receptors to become more sensitive,” said Dr. Tuvi Mendel of Orthopaedic Specialists (OS), a Quad Citybased group of board-certified and fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeons. “In other words, while joint conditions may not physically worsen, the pain can seem more intense.” Pain After an Injury or Surgery This increase in the intensity of pain can be particularly evident in children. If your child has suffered a sprain or break recently, you may hear them complain about their injury feeling tender or sore – even if the injury has healed. No matter what the reason for your joint pain, exercise should be an integral part in managing that pain. However, exercise doesn’t come without its challenges during the winter months. The cold weather can lead to an increased risk of injury when exercising. Common cold weather sports injuries include sprains, strains, dislocations and fractures. “Sprains or strains are more likely to occur if a tendon is tight due to cold weather,” said Dr. Mendel, one of the leading orthopaedic surgeons specializing in foot and ankle surgery in the Midwest, who also has an additional qualification in sports medicine from the ABOS. “A lot of the cold-weather injuries that we see are preventable. Simple preparation goes a long way. It’s easier to prevent injuries than it is to treat them.” The increase in the intensity of pain can also be evident for people who have had orthopaedic injuries in the past, or have had joint replacements, fusions or plates or screws implanted in their body. “The incision from a surgery will always cut some 44 March 2014 - QC Family Focus

skin nerves, which result in numbness around the wound, particularly on the outside,” said Dr. John Hoffman, a specialist in sports medicine who performs more than 600 minimally invasive total joint procedures a year. “Occasionally there is some aching around the scar, which can become worse in cold weather, although this is more common with patients who have a metal implant.” This is one of the reasons the doctors at Orthopaedic Specialists have completed extensive training in minimally invasive surgical techniques. This approach results in smaller scars, shorter hospital stays, greater range of motion, and most importantly, the ability for patients to get back to their daily activities more quickly. Preventative Measures To address pain and reduce the risk of injury, keep your body warm, and also warm up your arms and legs before you exercise by doing dynamic, active warm-ups like high knees and arm circles. Encourage your family to stay active with low-impact indoor workouts. Also, try to eat foods rich in vitamin K, such as spinach, kale and cabbage, and vitamin C (oranges, sweet red peppers and tomatoes). To prevent too much cold exposure, pay special attention to weather-appropriate clothing. Choose OS With years of experience and thousands of patient cases successfully completed, the healthcare specialists at OS understand what kind of information and resources patients and their families need in order to make informed decisions about treatment options and recovery strategies. “If you have questions about cold-weather injuries, or soreness and tenderness from an older injury during the winter, don’t hesitate to contact us,” said Dr. Mendel. “We will help you develop a plan that will you get you back on your feet in no time.” To learn more about Orthopaedic Specialists, call 563.344.9292 or visit OSQuadCities.com.

Partial knee replacements are 100% outpatient. That means you’re home and resting within an average of 6 hours after the procedure! You’re young and active and used to going full out, but the pain in your knee is slowing you down. You don’t have to choose between the pain of doing nothing and the pain of a total knee replacement. When it comes to knee replacement, thousands of active people are taking a “less is more” approach. A partial knee replacement is far less invasive than a total replacement. It’s less painful, with a smaller incision. Less bone and soft tissue are removed. The knee feels much more natural – after all, up to two-thirds of your own knee is still there. The recovery is much faster, too, in an outpatient setting.

With the most knowledge and experience on minimally invasive procedures that get you back to your life quicker, consult Dr. Hoffman and Dr. Mendel of Orthopaedic Specialists to find out if a partial knee replacement is right for you. Call Orthopaedic Specialists today at 563-344-9292.

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Blepharitis: A very common and treatable eye disease William J. Benevento, M.D.

On my very first day as a resident in ophthalmology, I took care of a patient with blepharitis. One month later, I had lost count of how many people I had seen with the very same disease. Blepharitis is a very common and treatable disease of the eye. The surface of the eye is the most sensitive part of the body; nowhere is there a denser packing of nerve endings. This is protective, causing reflex tearing whenever a foreign substance is on the eye, flushing it out. It also makes the eye much more susceptible to chronic irritation, such as that encountered with blepharitis. Blepharitis is, by definition, an inflammation of the eyelids. People with it complain of itching, burning, tearing, crusting around the eyes (especially upon awakening), and a mild pain or a gritty feeling to the eyes. The hallmark of the disease is red eyelid margins with debris on the eyelashes. The debris can be caused by bacteria or seborrhea (like dandruff). As they accumulate on the lashes, some of the crusty flakes fall into the eyes (or are rubbed into them) and

set up the irritation and tearing. They may also inflame the meibomian (oil producing) glands on the eyelid, further disrupting the tear film. To relieve the symptoms, the debris must be eliminated. The good news about blepharitis is that frequently it is fairly easy to control; the bad news is that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nearly impossible to totally eradicate. The mainstay of therapy is warm compresses and eyelid scrubs. Initially, the compresses are used once or twice a day for a minute or two at a time to loosen up the debris on the lashes and open up the glands on the edge of the eyelid. The gentle eyelid scrubs are usually done with the same washcloth to remove the loosened debris and massage the lids. If the blepharitis is associated with a dry eye (as it commonly is), artificial tears are used to help with the symptoms. In severe cases, an antibiotic ointment, drop, or pill is added to the regimen. Though most people with blepharitis do not suffer any significant long-term damage to their eyes, it is important to be examined and treated by an eye care specialist if you have the disease. Blepharitis can be associated with other disorders such as keratoconjunctivitis sicca (severe dry eye), acne rosacea, and seborrheic dermatitis, which may require additional (and more aggressive) treatment. Untreated, blepharitis can lead to recurrent styes, scarring of the eyelid margin, painful inflammatory reactions on the surface of the eye, and poor vision. Other ocular problems may look like blepharitis, including allergies, viral and bacterial infections, blockages of the tear ducts, and eyelid malpositions. Very rarely, even some forms of cancer may mimic a chronic blepharitis. Most people with untreated blepharitis are miserable. Their eyes are red, itch, burn, and tear. If you have the symptoms of this controllable disease, please call your eye doctor. After all, that little itch may be telling you something. Dr. Benevento is a board certified ophthalmologist. He has special interest in diabetes and the surgical treatment of cataracts with the latest techniques. Dr. Benevento practices at our offices in Bettendorf and Muscatine Iowa. For more information, please see our website: www.esaeyecare.com.

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Contributed by: Ally Billhorn Let’s us talk slow cookers and crock pots! If you don’t have one or haven’t used yours in awhile, here is a recipe that will make you want to buy one or drag yours out of storage. The recipe makes a hefty amount and can easily feed a crowd or make enough for multiple meals. Crock Pot Shredded Chicken Tacos 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1 t. cumin 3 t. chili powder 2 garlic cloves 1 onion, finely sliced 1 32 oz. can whole tomatoes 2 c. chicken broth 1 t. salt 1 t. pepper 2 T. oil 1. I n a skillet, heated to medium high, add oil. Saute onion until translucent. 2. Add onions, chicken breasts and chicken broth to the crock pot. 3. I n a blender combine spices, garlic cloves and tomatoes. Blend on high until smooth. Pour mixture into the crock pot. 4. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 4-5 hours. 5. R emove the lid and shred the chicken once cooked, allowing to simmer in the sauce until ready to serve. For more of Ally’s recipes check out 6. Assemble as tacos.

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Orthotics—What are they and do I really need them? Thomas A. Wicks, Ph.D., D.C. F.A.C.O., Board-certified Chiropractic Orthopedist and Faculty Clinician, Palmer Chiropractic Clinics Back pain is a common problem in the United States today. A large percentage of visits to a medical doctor’s office, emergency room, urgent care or chiropractor’s office are by individuals with back problems. These back problems can be caused by injury from slips and falls (especially in the winter), sports injuries, illness, workrelated lifting problems or for no known reason. But whatever the reason, back pain is associated with structural problems and the ensuing inflammatory response. One of the primary reasons for putting ice or a cold pack on an injured area is to help control the inflammation and to reduce swelling. Injured athletes know this all too well; they know that to treat an injured ankle, knee, hip or low back, the first thing to do is to put ice on the injured area. Structural problems contribute to back injuries as well. Chiropractors are educated and trained to detect and treat these structural problems. They know that all joints in the body are related and one area of the body can affect other areas through what is known as the kinetic chain. Kinetic Chain The kinetic chain is a concept stating that all joints in the human body are affected by other joints, and that any movement in one joint will affect the others in a positive or negative way. This concept was first introduced by a mechanical engineer in the late 1800s and later adapted to the human body to explain why when a runner injures a knee, pain can and often does occur in the hip, low back or even the neck. This concept affects all joints from the feet to the head and can help explain why foot problems can translate into not only foot and ankle pain, but knee pain, low back pain, upper back pain and even headaches. The feet act as the foundation of the spine, and just as a house has a foundation, when structural problems occur in the foundation, problems can occur in the remainder of the structure of the house. For example, structural problems could lead to cracks in the walls, windows sticking and even doors that won’t close. When problems occur in the spine’s foundation (the feet), problems can occur throughout areas controlled by the spine, such as knee pain, hip pain, low back pain and so forth. This is where the concept of orthotics comes in. Orthotics An orthotic is an item that is placed in the shoe

that gives support to the arches of the foot. Most of us are familiar with what is called the arch of the foot but many are unaware that there are actually three arches, one on the medial or inside of the foot, one on the lateral or outside of the foot, and one between these two, the transverse arch. The orthotic can be made of various materials, including soft sponge, gel, hard plastic or even leather. The goal of most orthotics is to provide support for foot problems. At the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics, our goal is to provide patients with support for the foundation of the spine so that not only foot problems are treated, but spinal-related problems as well. To get the best results from an orthotic, patients must be fitted in some fashion with the orthotic. The older methods of fitting orthotics involved casting in either plaster of paris or foam. More recently, however, by using newer technology, computerized scanning of the feet is the optimum way to determine the need for orthotic support. At the Palmer Clinics a 3-D scanner is used to examine a person’s foot to measure things such as size of the arches, length of the foot, width of the foot, and pressure on the various parts of the sole of the foot, among other things. Once this scan is taken, technicians make sixteen measurements on each foot and design an orthotic for the foot that creates support in not only the three arches, but in the fore foot and heel areas as well. If someone is suffering from plantar fasciitis or heel spurs, corrections can be made in the orthotic to accommodate those problems in the foot as well. The measurements made on the foot from the scan can also tell the technician if the foot is rolling in or out. With this knowledge, an orthotic can be constructed to help accommodate this condition. At the Palmer Clinics, the orthotics prescribed for patients are custom-designed with corrective arch support. Orthotics can be made with a variety of top coverings for durability, and can fit almost any style of shoe. Each orthotic is designed to provide support for all the phases of foot motion during walking or running, including heel strike, midstance and toe-off. In order to determine whether you really need orthotics, you should ask yourself: “Am I having foot pain, low back pain, knee pain or hip pain?” If you are, custom-made orthotics could be an added component to your care that may provide you with additional relief. To make an appointment to be evaluated for orthotic support, contact the Palmer Chiropractic Clinics by phone at (563) 884-5801 (Davenport Clinic) or (309) 764-4901 (Moline Clinic), or request an appointment online at www.palmerclinics.com/qc.

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Senior Star at Elmore Place Hires Top Chefs

Retirement community debuts food services with stellar offerings Senior Star at Elmore Place announces the launch of its exciting new food services program, which is designed to wow residents with exceptional presentation, flavor and nutrition that meets the needs of those at all levels of care. Residents can expect special features in their respective dining experiences thanks, in part, to the hiring of new Food and Beverage Director Kevin Kintz and Executive Chef Denise Kroeger. Both Kintz and Kroeger bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to Senior Star with Kintz having served in the role of executive chef at several hotels and country clubs, and Kroeger being the former pastry chef at Davenport Country Club among other key positions in the culinary field. Additionally, both chefs have 20 years as college level culinary instructors between them and are looking forward to bringing new training opportunities to the food services team at Senior Star. Exciting changes in the dining process at Senior Star have already begun. Those include more options for independent and assisted living residents with a special culinary flare including famous desserts such as cherries jubilee. Independent living residents will experience an upscale menu with classical foods and fine dining while assisted living residents can look forward to an increase in freshly prepared foods that have more excitement in flavor and presentation. Memory care residents can expect many

additions to having special foods prepared keeping the dining a more therapeutic and independent experience. “I have a profound respect for the elderly and, as my life priorities changed, I wanted to give back to the community by providing a new culinary experience to the next generation of baby boomers,” said Kintz. “We are very much looking forward to bringing something to the table that is both unique and filled with choices. Our goal will be to surprise residents weekly and switch up the menus on a regular basis while not repeating items too often.” Added Kroeger, “We have a great opportunity to dramatically improve the dining experience through expanded training programs for staff, overhauling menus that include more variety and unique flavors, and using healthy cooking options and techniques. We will raise the food services experience to mirror the physical beauty of this campus and the quality care that residents and families have come to expect from Senior Star.” Plans for the future include special gatherings, fundraisers and celebrations that will be open to the greater Davenport community designed to showcase the new culinary delights at Senior Star. For more information about Senior Star at Elmore Place or to schedule a tour, call 563.359.0100 or visit the website at www.seniorstar.com.

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What is a Power of Attorney? Curtis Ford Nash Nash Bean & Ford, LLP

Many people have heard the term “Power of Attorney” but most may not know what it is or how it can be used. In the first of two parts, this article will explain a Power of Attorney and its uses. Despite the name, a Power of Attorney does not involve an attorney at all unless your attorney drafts the document. There are two people involved in a Power of Attorney – the principal and the agent. If you are the person creating and executing the Power of Attorney, you are known as the principal. The person you grant authority, or power, to, is known as the agent. There are two basic types of Powers of Attorney – general and limited. A general Power of Attorney grants very broad powers to your agent. Typically, an agent who holds a general Power of Attorney is able to do things such as withdraw funds from your bank account, sell your vehicle, and even enter into a contract in your name. For obvious reasons, you should use extreme caution when granting someone a general Power of Attorney. A limited Power of Attorney only grants your agent specific powers of authority. You might, for example, give someone NOV mg 2013 family focus 7.375x4.75_Layout 1 9/26/13 9:14 AM Page 1 limited Power of Attorney to stand in for you at the closing of

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a property you are selling because you plan to be out of the state on the date of the closing. In that case, your agent only has the authority to do what is specifically outlined in the Power of Attorney, in this case represent you at the closing. Traditionally, a Power of Attorney automatically terminated upon the death or incapacity of the principal. This was inconvenient as the point of a power of attorney is often to appoint someone who has the authority to step in should you become disabled or otherwise incapacitated. For this reason, the durable Power of Attorney was created. Any Power of Attorney with the proper language in it may become “durable,” meaning that it will survive your incapacity. Many states also recognize specific Powers of Attorney. The first is a Power of Attorney for Property, which allows you to appoint an agent to make property decisions for you, should you become incapacitated. The second is a Power of Attorney for Healthcare. This document allows you to designate an agent who will make health care decisions for you, should you be unable to do so for yourself at some point in the future.

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What’s Your Plan?

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