August 2011 by Tampa Bay Parenting Magazine

M onth of the Child ANNUAL CHILDREN’S HEALTH AND WELLNESS SEMINAR SERIES

HEALTHY CHILDREN ARE HAPPY CHILDREN

Children’s Type 1 Dia betes

Child Safety Store Celebration

Learn how to manage type 1 diabetes at a panel discussion with our pediatric specialists and dietitians. Our experts will review food choices at home and in school, carb counting, insulin pumps, and new technologies for children with type 1 diabetes.

It’s a birthday celebration! Enjoy cupcakes, arts and crafts for kids, and receive 20% off your purchase at The Safety Store.

How to Keep Your Child on Track Managing Type 1 Diabetes

Thursday, August 4, 5:30pm Shuchi Shah, MD; Cate White, RN, CDE; Ashley Daub, RD St. Joseph’s Children’s Specialty Center at Mease Countryside Hospital Thursday, August 18, 5:30pm Terry DeClue, MD; Beth Blocker, RN; Ashley Daub, RD St. Joseph’s Hospital, Medical Arts Building, Auditorium

Choosing a Safe Backpack

Is Your Child’s Backpack Weighing Them Down?

Join Us For Some Fun, The Safety Store is Turning One Friday, August 12, 2-4pm St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, Lobby

Choosing the Right Sport What’s Right for My Child and How to Prevent Injuries

Soccer or football – what sport is right for my child? Join pediatric orthopedic surgeon Timothy Bradley, MD, to learn how choosing the right sport may help prevent injuries and what you can do to avoid sports-related injuries.

Backpacks are helpful for transferring schoolbooks, supplies and lunches from home to school and back again. However, the type and size of your child’s backpack could be causing headaches, back pain and other health issues. Join pediatric orthopedic surgeon David Siambanes, DO, as he discusses backpack pain and health issues, treatments and how to select and use a backpack.

Monday, August 15, 6pm St. Joseph’s Hospital, Medical Arts Building, Auditorium

Thursday, August 4, 6pm St. Joseph’s Hospital, Medical Arts Building, Auditorium

Join pediatrician Jamie Mallah, MD, to learn what to expect when you bring your new baby home, what is normal and what is not, and when to contact your pediatrician. Find out what to expect from your pediatrician and what your pediatrician expects from you.

Installing Your Car Seat Correctly

Did You Know Seven Out of 10 Car Seats Are Used Incorrectly? Make an appointment and find out how to correctly install your car seat and make necessary corrections. Bring your vehicle owner’s manual and the car seat instructions.

Wednesday, August 10, 9:30-11:30am St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital, Main Entrance - Circular Driveway

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Join pediatric emergency medicine physician Manuel Carmona, MD, to learn when to take your child to the ER and what you need to have in your home medicine cabinet to treat emergencies. Bring your child and their teddy bear so they can learn how to treat their bear’s emergencies during our Teddy Bear Clinic.

Friday, August 12, 1-2pm St. Joseph’s Hospital, Medical Arts Building, Auditorium

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Thursday, September 8, 6:30pm St. Joseph’s Hospital-North, Garden Lobby Classroom

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BACK TO SCHOOL! Give your kids a jump on their studies by having them read a few books before school starts. It’s a fact – children with strong reading skills perform better in school, have a healthy self-image, and become lifelong learners! During these last few days of summer, help your kids avoid the dreaded “summer slide” – a time when children often lose months of reading achievement in just a few critical weeks.

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While beach trips and movies are a summer staple, it’s important to balance it all with a good book! To get tips on summer reading and access valuable resources, visit your Children’s Board online today. Your Children’s Board serves as the leading voice and advocate for children and families in Hillsborough County, investing in more than 100 programs that touch over 100,000 citizens every year. To learn more, visit www.ChildrensBoard.org or call 813.229.2884.

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August 2011 • 5tH yeAr • 4tH Issue

10 Don’t Be too Cool for SChool And other tips to help college students, parents save

14 Brainpower not inCluDeD But we’ve got everything else you need for back to school 20 routine SuCCeSS Bedtimes, free time key for children returning to class 26 ConfiDenCe BuilDer That’s what a great school is for students 30 paCking a healthy punCh Get the kids involved in making their lunches

40 all’S well that BeginS well A back-to-school checklist 48 are they reaDy to go without you? What parents can learn from the Leiby Kletzky tragedy 52 extraorDinary woman Dr. Margaret Sullivan

20 every month 6 letter from the eDitor 10 after SChool 20 eDuCation

34 what’S happening 38 health anD wellneSS 54 north hillSBorough newS 56 South hillSBorough newS 58 north pinellaS newS 60 South pinellaS newS 62 paSCo newS 64 arounD town

66 CalenDar of eventS

On the cover: Cover Kid Winner Alexandra Carver with Nicholas the dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. www.VisitWinter.com Photograph by: Rita Backus, www.InfinityPhotographyByRita.com

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Back to School Fair All that you need to prepare, protect and inspire your child this coming school year!

Health & Wellness, Safety, Private Schools, Local Resources, Childcare, After School Programs, School Supplies, Tutors, Children’s Retailers, and more! Thousands of dollars worth of giveaways & prizes given every hour! FIRST 150 KIDS GET A BACK TO SCHOOL GOODIE BAG WITH KILLER SCHOOL SUPPLIES

Saturday, August 13, 9am-4pm Fair guests also get to enjoy all of Glazer Children’s Museum for $5 per person

FREE to Museum Members! Live Entertainment, Informative Speaker Sessions, Karaoke, games, arts & crafts, face painting, balloon artist, kids workshops, and a whole bunch of fun! 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza Tampa, FL 33602

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Let the countdown begin! Angela L. Ardolino Founder and Editorial Director David E. Estevez Editor at Large Kimberley Brown Smith Associate Editor Contributing Writers Amy Gall Lindsay Perez Mark Heller Peter Gorski, MD, MPA Heather Tempesta Chris Kuhn Calendar and Neighborhood Stories Luke Beck Graphic Artist Susan Margolis Marketing Director Cathy Munch Sales Director Stephen Simon Account Executive Krayl Funch Director, Home & Garden and Events Catherine Pylant Public Relations

School is fast approaching and there’s a lot to do. There are plenty of happenings across the Tampa Bay area this month that are going to help you and the kids transition back into school. if you don’t already have a family calendar, it’s the perfect opportunity to get your kids involved in scheduling their school activities. And the first important event to schedule is the Back to School Fair on Aug. 13. Me with Ryan

Nece at the fifth ann ual Ryan Nece Cap We are excited to be holding the Back to School Moment Gala. All ture the proceeds from the gala and limo hun benefit Ryan Nece t Fou Fair at the new Glazer Children’s Museum in ndation programs . downtown Tampa. We’ve gathered the best schools and after school programs in the bay area and local resources, including pediatricians, dentists, tutors, children’s retailers and child care centers to help get you and your kids excited and inspired for the upcoming year. Learn more about the fair in What’s Happening on page 34.

Another important date to mark on your family calendar is Florida’s Tax Free Weekend happening Aug. 12-14. The tax free holiday is a perfect opportunity for families to pick up school supplies, clothing, shoes and other back-to-school goodies. Florida’s Tax Free Weekend applies to clothing, books and footwear under $75 and schools supplies under $15. For more information, visit www.myflorida.com/dor. Depending on where you live, your kids first day may be different from their friends. Check out What’s Happening on page 34 to find out when school starts for your kiddos. This month we decided to feature an Extraordinary Woman in Tampa Bay who undoubtedly is a big supporter of education. regional Chancellor for USF St. Petersburg Dr. Margaret Sullivan shares her story and some advice on page 52. Be sure to tune in to ABC Action news at noon Thursdays. This month i’ll be tackling a variety of issues, including eco-friendly, nontoxic school supplies and packing the perfect lunch.

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he Government Accountability Office recently found that textbooks can represent up to 25 percent of the tuition and fees at four-year public institutions and as much as 75 percent of the tuition and fees at two-year colleges. With $306 billion spent annually on college students, parents need all the tips they can get for saving some dollars. Here are 10.

Browse Craigslist You’ll find a ton of cheap and great secondhand products.

Ignore the little things Don’t stress out about paper, pens, and the like. Many parents stock up on a ton of these things and the kids never use them. While your student may pay more for these things once they get to school, wait until they know exactly what they want and need.

Search Your Cupboards Odds are, you’ve already got a lot of what you need somewhere in your house. Take some extra time and go search for it. you’ll be shocked with what pops up!

Timing is Everything Back to school is one of the largest retail seasons of the year and stores will offer huge discounts for common products. Student Discounts Many stores and restaurants offer discounts for students, so make sure your student takes advantage of them. Student discounts are great for computers and electronics. Research Textbook Costs you can often save 50 percent or more by buying your textbooks online. Use a price comparison engine to find the best possible prices.

Download some sweet iPhone Apps There are a ton of great apps for college students. Use rate my professor to sign up for good classes, Evernote for easy notes during class, or Pageonce Personal Finance to manage your money.

Don’t Be Cool you don’t need expensive brand names to be cool. Buy a quality but less popular brand and you’ll feel cool knowing you saved a ton. Simkin is CEO of SwoopThat, a service built by students for students with the goal of saving students time and money when purchasing textbooks. The site’s proprietary algorithms help students identify the cheapest places to buy all their books collectively, rather than one at a time.

Backpack Attack There are a ton of super expensive backpacks out there. Believe it or not, some of them are actually worth it. Several people go for the cheap backpacks that are not only uncomfortable, but must be replaced after a year or two. Buy a good backpack and it will last you well beyond college and you can even juice up your backpack by finding one with a place for a laptop. Don’t Overspend on Calculators Many students spend $100 or more on calculators that solve equations for them. The fact is that your kid is going to school to learn and he should be solving those equations. Save $50 or more by purchasing a regular calculator and force your kids to actually learn.

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Brainpower Not Included But we’ve got everything else you need for back to school

Get in Gear Post-It Apple Dispenser

Start the school year off on the right foot and your child will be the teacher’s pet in no time! Post-it.com $9.99

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hile we cling to the last days of summer, many parents are feeling the winds of change on the horizon. i’m referring to the anticipation of children going off to school, some for the first time, others returning after the long break. Thinking ahead about how to ease the transition into the school routines can help prepare children to hit the ground smiling. Here are a few suggestions. 1. re-establish bedtime routines and hours before school starts. young children need 9-10 hours of sleep to bring their best energy for attention, learning and social behavior to school each day. Shut down evening screen time well before bedtime. 2. Expect your child to behave and/or feel different after school for the first days or weeks of the term. Kids work hard to adapt to the social and learning demands of school. They work even harder the first few weeks until people, places and schedules grow to feel predictable. it’s wise to allow children a period of time right after school to let down, relax, unwind and play before asking them to do anything constructive or structured like homework, dinner or chores. 3. Watch for signs that may indicate they are feeling more than the typical distress in making

the transition to school. Unusual and persistent irritability and changes in appetite, energy or mood might suggest that your child is worn out or overwhelmed and miserably unhappy. if so, ask your child and the teacher. Once you identify the source, you will be able to figure out ways to improve the situation. 4. A week or two before school starts, walk or ride with your child to the school building and get to know the place and its neighborhood. This helps your child feel familiar by the time school starts. 5. With a young child, pretend play the classroom. Take turns being the teacher and the student. Talk about who else will be in the class, play cooperative games and role-play a story time. 6. With children of any age, tell them stories about your first weeks of school – the excitement and the nervousness you felt. Who helped you? What was great? How was that grade different from the previous ones? Ask them what they are anticipating from this school year? 7. Talk about all the terrific things to look forward to in school and how this means that your child is growing so big and smart! Write a note to the teacher, telling about yourself, your summer, what you like to do, etc.

8. Ask your child if she wants to bring a special object to school in her backpack – perhaps a stuffed animal, a charm, a bracelet, a baseball card, a photo, or some other age-appropriate version of a security blanket. Plan together what your child will wear the first few days. 9. Check to be sure your child’s immunizations are up to date and he has had a yearly examination his doctor. Starting off with a clean bill of health or a clear approach to managing chronic health challenges goes a long way toward helping your child start school with all engines firing. Most importantly, your child should have a regular physician and a secure health insurance policy. Through the Florida KidCare program, the Florida Department of Health offers free or low-cost health insurance to children younger than 19 who do not have private insurance. Contact the KidCare office at 888-540-5437 or visit www.floridakidcare.org to learn more. 10. Parents, get yourselves ready – physically and emotionally. your child will need your enthusiasm, guidance and comforting during this period of change, so make sure you have the support you need and have made arrangements that will help you be as available as you want to be. Dr. Peter A. Gorski is a child development expert at the Children’s Board of Hillsborough County, a pediatrician and a professor of pediatrics, public health and psychiatry at the University of South Florida.

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Thomas Jefferson wrote about preparation for citizenship. Today’s business leaders speak of instilling workplace skills and sparking innovation. My take is a bit different. The fact is that with very few exceptions all children will learn to read and write, to add and subtract and multiply and divide. Eventually, they’ll learn algebra, biology, etc. i don’t mean to diminish all that — helping each and every child learn the academic content and skills that will be necessary for their future is absolutely an essential part of school and schooling. But all schools do that work. i’m interested in more. i’m interested in what makes great schools great. What attributes help the greatest number of students become the most successful adults? What do great schools do to inspire their students to live productive lives as citizens, economic actors and members of families and communities? What do great schools do to foster students’ ability to connect with others and their desire to leave the world a better place for their presence in it? What prepares students to best meet their future? What should schools do to meet all these ambitious goals? Seek knowledge and build character and confidence. Knowledge and character are topics

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if students feel that they matter, that their feelings, tastes, ideas and contributions are important to the life of their school and their community, then they build a healthy confidence that they are capable of making a difference. This sense will be with them throughout their lives. Students who have opportunities to lead and participate, to have an effect on what happens to them, build structures of self-confidence that have lifelong importance to them. Thus, schools must provide students opportunities to matter — opportunities to be important to their community through clubs, teams, student government, the arts, and any other ways that help create a voice.

At home, in school and in the community, confidence comes from connection to others. Praise and encouragement from infancy to adulthood generate feelings of competence, security and trust. Praise is most effective in developing confidence and a growth mind-set when it is directed toward your child’s effort, not for seemingly innate qualities like being “smart.” Specific and effective praise should also be a part of every child’s school experience. Students who connect through the relationships, organizations and culture of school clearly build confidence through the experiences in which they participate. That’s why we have sports and activities in schools. We don’t produce concerts and plays as a means toward the end of raising the next set of professional singers, dancers, and actors. if we did, we wouldn’t open these activities to very many students. We have those activities as a means toward building confidence in our students. Working toward achieving both individual and group goals and then accomplishing them is a sure recipe for teaching and instilling confidence. There are two elements of confidence-building besides goal-setting and achieving that must be present in great schools: students must be known and they must feel as if they matter. The opposite of these two elements are perhaps the

Teachers have an enormous impact on the creation of students’ confidence. When teachers have time for kids, it sends the message that they are important, that they matter. Schools in which teachers have little time for individual students are working in opposition to the development of confidence. The “I have no time for you” message students can take away from their experience with a teacher, coach, administrator, or institution is ultimately very harmful — and it will be remembered. Effort toward knowing each student and working to make her/him feel important has another very positive impact — it is effort directed against anonymity. continued on page 28

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Anonymity is an extreme message-sender. Though many students may believe that they want it (after all, it initially feels easier than meeting the expectations that come from being known), it is, in reality very destructive to the development of a strong self-image and, ultimately, confidence that “I can play the game of life successfully.” Being anonymous is evidence that you don’t matter. And kids who feel that way are much more prone to making the worst and most destructive choices for themselves and others. It comes as no surprise, then, that these are significant reasons that make me an advocate of small schools. For in the small school, each student matters more to the daily heartbeat of the community and its culture. Larger schools simply bring less opportunity for students to be important and more opportunity for them to be anonymous. i have worked in schools for the past two decades, and I have seen firsthand the power of the small independent school to create confidence in young people. Because of their experience in these schools, graduates have the confidence to believe they can do just about anything they choose. They believe this because they have lived it as students. i recently heard the story of two Florida independent school classmates who are children of two of my colleagues. The young men are now in their 20s, and though they were not particularly close in college, though they have made successful careers for themselves in other industries, they came together and have now jointly produced a Broadway musical. it’s running now on Broadway and it’s the brainchild of these two Florida kids who simply believed they could do it. They were not stymied by the roadblocks; instead, they had the confidence to ask, “Why can’t we?” The nurturing of confidence is an extremely valuable affirmation of the value of the outstanding school experience. i believe that many public and private schools have the ability to produce this kind of successful result, but the percentage of success in small schools has the potential to be much higher because of both scale and philosophy. Great schools avoid the dangers of anonymity and build confidence when they cause students to get beyond the “Why me?” lament in favor of the “Why not me?” attitude. That shift makes the power of possibility both inspirational and very real. And it’s the type of hard-to-measure outcome that is evidence of a great school. Mark Heller is head of school at Academy at the Lakes, a PK3 – 12th grade independent school in Land O’ Lakes. Academy at the Lakes serves students from Hillsborough, Pasco, Pinellas, and Hernando counties. Visit Academy at the Lakes at www. academyatthelakes.org.

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Pack your lunch the night before: This way you’re not throwing whatever you can find in the lunch box as you gaze at the clock and wonder how late you’ll be to both school and work. Involve your kids in the process: My daughters Jackie and Jillian help me each night. I do let them pick out one thing they want so chicken nuggets find their way into Jackie’s lunch box, sometimes. They also have to pick a fruit and either yogurt or some other healthier snack. When they pick the snacks, they are more likely to eat them. Think of ways to get protein and vegetables into your child’s lunch: My Jillian doesn’t eat meat. i don’t know why but i think she just doesn’t like the texture, so getting her to eat protein is a challenge. i send her with cheese sticks or give her a side of peanut butter so she can dip apples in it. My Jackie has never met a vegetable she likes and would live on chicken nuggets if i let her, so i hide the veggies either in a pita pocket or a spaghetti sauce. Jillian will eat veggies with a good dip on the side. Make the switch: We try to eat whole wheat bread and pasta and have switched from ground beef to ground turkey. My kids don’t even know the difference anymore. Keep it simple: Don’t try to be fancy or gourmet — cheese sticks, fresh fruit and a simple sandwich. That doesn’t mean rely on convenience foods like soda, chips and cookies.

The Alliance for a Healthier Generation, a national nonprofit founded by the American Heart Association, says when packing a school lunch try to include: One serving of vegetables or salad and one serving of fruit (fresh or dried count) A serving of a low-fat or fat-free milk or dairy item such as a cheese stick, yogurt or cottage cheese One serving of chicken, fish, eggs, peanut butter, beans or another protein source A healthy drink such as water or 100 percent juice

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It’s time to shake off the summer doldrums and get back into school mode.

Luckily, we’ve got just what you need to get back into the swing of things — the Tampa Bay area’s premier Back to School Fair. Happening on Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. inside the new, state-of-the-art Glazer Children’s Museum at 110 W. Gasparilla Plaza in downtown Tampa, this annual event will feature live entertainment, informational sessions, karaoke, games, arts and crafts, face painting, a balloon artist and loads of fun! As a bonus, fairgoers will be able to enjoy the entire museum and fair for only $5 per person, with the first 150 kids receiving a tote bag filled with school supplies and other goodies. The event is free for museum members. Visit www.BackToSchoolFair.com for more information.

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Remington College’s Tampa campus is offering complimentary back-to-school haircuts for children from Aug. 8-20. Parents can bring in children ages 17 and younger for a haircut provided by instructors and students in the cosmetology program. “Back to school expenses can really add up, especially during these tough economic times,” says Dr. Rosalie Lampone, president of the Tampa campus. “Cuts for Kids is a way for us to help parents save some money and help kids look and feel their best when they go back to school.” Adults who bring a child in will get 50 percent off select services for themselves, including haircuts, styling and nail care. To make an appointment, call 813-316-4470.

Ringing of the Bells

Students in public schools in Hillsborough, Pasco and Pinellas counties return this month. School begins Aug. 23 in Hillsborough County. Open house is Sept. 22 for elementary schools, Sept. 14 for middle schools and Sept. 12 for high schools. Pasco schools start Aug. 22. Each school sets its own open house so check the school’s website for dates and times. Pinellas opens its school doors Aug. 22 with back-to-school nights for elementary schools on Aug. 22, 24, 31 and Sept. 7; middle schools on Sept. 6 and 20; and high schools on Aug. 29. Dates may vary for partnership schools and nontraditional centers. The first day of school is Aug. 22 in Hernando, Polk and Sarasota counties.

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Dine Tampa Bay runs from Aug. 19 through Sept. 2 and showcases the Tampa Bay area as a premier dining destination for mom, dad and the kids. Local foodies will have the opportunity to enjoy three-course, prix-fixe menus from more than two dozen participating restaurants. Diners choose from three choices for each course, including appetizer, entrée and dessert. Prices vary by restaurant and exclude beverages, tax and gratuity. Visit www.dinetampabay.com for details or to make reservations.

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Stageworks will soon have its first, permanent 99-seat theater and a headquarters for its outreach program, The Stageworks Rainbow Tribe, in Grand Central at Kennedy in the Channel District. In celebration, Stageworks will be holding grand opening festivities from Aug. 11-28. New York composer David Friedman’s off-Broadway hit, Listen to My Heart, will kick off the season with a show about love, inspiration and hope. Friedman, who has written songs for Diana Ross and Barry Manilow, will star in the show that is made up of an entirely Tampa-based cast. Performances are 8 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 4 p.m. Sunday. “I think Stageworks will play a very important part in giving the Channel District its soul,” says Andrea Graham, president of the board of directors. For more information about Stageworks or to purchase tickets, visit www. stageworkstheatre.org or call 813-251-8984.

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Health Schedule doctor and dental check-ups at least one month prior to the start of school. you’ll also need to discuss vaccinations with your child’s doctor as most schools require them. Make copies of all health records and emergency information for your records and for use throughout the school year for extracurricular activities or camps she may attend. Backpacks should never weigh more than 10-20 percent of your child’s body weight. The straps should be wide and padded and always worn on both shoulders. rolling backpacks are an option, if your school allows them. Never let your child skip breakfast. Studies have shown that eating a wholesome breakfast boosts a child’s attention span, which is key for learning. Offer fresh fruit, milk and whole-grain cereals in the morning.

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Starting the new school year on the right foot can positively influence your child’s confidence and performance, socially and academically. However, the transition from summer to school can provoke anxiety for children and parents alike. Here are some simple tips for a smooth beginning.

If your child has a food allergy, make sure you notify his teacher. insert a card in his backpack or lunch box that alerts others to the allergy as well. Any regularly scheduled medications that the child needs to take during the school day should be discussed with the school nurse. Teach your child about cleanliness, especially the importance of washing her hands. Simple hand washing after coughing or sneezing, eating, or using the bathroom can significantly reduce transmission of colds and viruses. Teach them not to share drinks, foods, straws or contact lenses. Place a small hand sanitizer in her backpack. Encourage your child to exercise or, if he is old enough, to join a club or start an extracurricular activity or sport. A sound mind and fit body go hand-in-hand.

Safety Bus: Teach your child to always wear her seatbelt and remain seated until she arrives at her destination. Accompany your child to the bus stop or talk to other parents about rotating the duty so the children are supervised. Car: All children younger than 13 years should ride in the rear seat of the vehicle. Children ages 4-8 who are 40-80 pounds and shorter than 5’7” should sit in a booster seat. Seatbelts are mandatory, no matter the age. if carpooling, make sure these guidelines are followed by the other parents. Bike: Helmets should always be worn, ride on the right in the same direction as traffic. Wear bright-colored clothing to increase visibility. Avoid letting your child bike alone. Walk: Make sure the route to school is safe with well-trained crossing guards at intersections. Make sure he walks with buddies or a parent. Be realistic about your child’s pedestrian skills, assessing whether he is ready to walk to school without adult supervision. continued on page 42

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he killing of 8-yearold Leiby Kletzky in new york City is a stark reminder of how important it is to talk with our children about staying safe when we’re not around. While we may want to watch over our children 24/7, it’s just not realistic or healthy. Children need the freedom to grow and handle more responsibility, but you must be sure they are ready and the appropriate age. A staggering 98 percent of children are abducted by someone they know. So it’s not about not talking to strangers; it’s about teaching kids the truth and the realities of the world.

• Does your child know how to stand up for himself, especially in stressful situations? Is he confident and aware? • Does your child know that just because someone is an adult it doesn’t mean they can tell her to do things she knows is wrong? While children should respect adults, you should also teach them that doing what is right is more important. • Does your child know how and who to ask for help, such as a police officer? • Does your child understand how to trust his instincts? • Does your child know that it’s okay to fight back to get away or out of a dangerous situation? • Does your child know what to do if something does happen? What to scream? What to do? Where to go? • Does your child understand that if anyone says to them, “Don’t yell” or “Don’t tell” that she needs to yell and tell. • Does your child know that she should never get into a car or go anywhere with someone she doesn’t know? • Does he know your neighborhood inside out and have a good sense of direction? • Does she know how to operate a cell phone to contact 911 or you? you know your child best and whether he is ready to walk to a friend’s house alone or even home from school. Trust your instincts and don’t be pressured into letting your child take on a responsibility she is not ready to handle. While tragedies like the Leiby Kletzky case are rare, it’s important that parents continually talk to their children about safety. As they age, the conversations will change but should continue.

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Growing up as the daughter of an FBi agent, Dr. Margaret Sullivan, regional chancellor of USF St. Petersburg, had the chance to live in many places along the eastern United States, including new york, Maryland, Washington, D.C., Savannah, Ga., norfolk, Va., and Charlotte, n.C. During her career, she has lived in Atlanta and Gainesville. She and her husband Gerald now call St. Petersburg home. They have two children, Jerry and Margaret, and four grandchildren, Abby, rob, Alex and Kate.

What do you think is the secret to your family’s success?

i love the saying, one for all and all for one. i believe that this feeling permeates our family. My grandparents, parents, aunts and uncles were a small but mighty band, proud of their history and ancestors. Everyone was always ready to help each other. This commitment to family is a key ingredient in how we view each other and how we confront the challenges each family member may face.

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recognize your dreams and know you can achieve them. Do not wait on others to show you the way. Put aside “ifs.” “if my husband would only”; “if my children were not”; “if only i had gone to school”; and so on. your dreams are within your reach. it may take determination and sacrifice, but as soon as you erase excuses from your mind, your future is stronger.

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proud at the birth of my children and the birth of my grandchildren. i was proud when my daughter played a bee in a ballet and when my son gave a speech to his high school class. i was proud of my husband when he received his doctorate at age 66 and proud of myself for riding a fast horse at age 60. i am proud at the end of each semester when i watch hundreds of students graduate from USF St. Petersburg.

What is your biggest achievement?

My biggest achievement – working in leadership roles in higher education – must be credited to my family and the influence they have had on me. i have a continued curiosity, interest and passion for higher education and the challenges we face today.

What makes you happy?

Lots of things make me happy. Some of them are coming off the Sunshine Skyway, having the whole family together at one time, working with brilliant colleagues, floating down the beach at Fort DeSoto, dashing across a hill on a fine horse and seeing my new neighbors.

How do you relax and take time for yourself?

i love dogs, horses, swimming, traveling, reading, working and cooking.

What kind of message would you like to give women in the area or in this community? Thank you for all you do for your children and your family. Thank you for your sacrifices. Please put yourself first from time to time and follow your dreams.

What else would you like to share with our readers? About being a mom, about your work? Being a mom doesn’t require perfection, but a balance of giving to your family and also to yourself.

How do you enjoy or draw information from the magazine? Tampa Bay Parenting magazine is very helpful to those of us in the grandparenting stage. it is inspirational. There are interesting articles related to current topics and advertisements that inspire healthy living. There are photos that spotlight and encourage philanthropy and recognize hard-working community members. i love the activities and suggestions for children. The magazine provides great information for today’s families.

What is your favorite thing to do with your kids in the Tampa Bay area? My family loves the water – St. Pete Beach, Fort DeSoto, the water parks in St. Petersburg and the pool. The grandchildren and the adults enjoy the Chihuly Collection and the Dali Museum. And i believe we must hold a record for eating out.

Who is your biggest inspiration or role model? Without a doubt, my biggest inspiration was Dr. William M. Scuttles, president emeritus of Georgia State University. He was principled, dedicated, knowledgeable and always provided opportunities for those who worked with him. He had very high standards but always provided the support necessary to achieve his expectations. Even though we had thousands of employees at the university, he took a special interest in each one of us. His loving wife Lynette is an inspiration as well. They both illustrated what i should be doing now. Additionally, Dr. Judy Genshaft, president of the University of South Florida system, has given me the opportunity to serve USF St. Petersburg. Her extraordinary career at USF should be an inspiration for young women who plan to pursue a career in higher education.

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King High Baseball Player Receives Wade Boggs Award Brandon Sinjin Sato has been named recipient of Hillsborough County’s sixth annual Wade Boggs Athletic Achievement Award. The recent graduate of King High’s international Baccalaureate Program received the honor and met the 12-time major league baseball All-Star and hall-of-fame player at a recent county commissioners meeting. Tanner Anderson from Plant High and Emilio Ogando of Durant High also were recognized with honorable mention awards during the meeting.

Brandon Sato of King High School poses with Wade Boggs at the formal awards ceremony recognizing top high school baseball players in the county.

“With the work that [these players] do not only on the field but off the field, it gives me a nice warm feeling in my heart to know that our community is going to thrive in the years to come with fine young men like them,” Boggs said.

The Wade Boggs Athletic Achievement Award was established by the Hillsborough County Commission in 2005 to recognize the outstanding athletic and scholastic achievements of a high school baseball player or team. The nominees must be high school baseball players or a baseball team in Hillsborough County and exhibit outstanding athletic skills, exceptional academic achievement, good sportsmanship and exemplary conduct as well as make a substantial contribution to the betterment of the community. While attending King, Sato qualified as a National Merit Finalist. He volunteers regularly in the community and was a four-year starter and four-year letterman, serving as team captain his senior year. He also was named Teammate of the year for a consecutive year in recognition of his work ethic and dedication. Anderson, who pitched four complete games during his senior year at Plant High, graduated in the top 10 percent of his class and will be attending and playing for Harvard University. Durant High graduate Ogando frequently served as a mentor for younger players and earned three varsity letters in baseball. He has earned a scholarship to attend and play at St. Thomas University.

Seussical Comes to Life at Carrollwood Center The Carrollwood Cultural Center will host a limited series of performances of Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens’ fanciful musical “Seussical Jr.” from Aug. 5-7 at the Carrollwood venue, 4537 Lowell road. The one-act musical, whose cast is young performers from area elementary, middle and high schools, focuses on Horton the Elephant and friend JoJo, a Who from Whoville with central themes of family, friendship and loyalty. Shows are 7 p.m. Aug. 5-6 and 3 p.m. Aug. 6-7. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for kids 10 and younger,and can be purchased at the door or in advance. For more information, visit www.carrollwoodcenter.org or call 813-269-1310.

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Through Aug. 14, various times Cinderella Catch a performance by the Masque of Temple Terrace Youth Theatre Program as they perform the Rodgers and Hammerstein musical at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 5340 Primrose Lake Circle in Tampa. Cost: $14 adults, $12 seniors/ students/military and $10 children younger than 12. www.masquetheatre.net July 30 & Aug. 6, various times Carrollwood Idol Cheer on talented singers as they compete for a $500 grand prize during this benefit for the Carrollwood Players at the Carrollwood Playhouse, 4333 Gunn Highway. Round one is July 30, with round two Aug. 6. www.carrollwoodplayers.org Aug. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Wine Travel Around the World Learn about wines across the globe at these monthly wine tasting workshops at Carrollwood Cultural Center in Tampa in partnership with AAA Carrollwood and Time for Wine. Cost: $20 for center members and AAA members and $25 for nonmembers. To register, call 813-664-1430. Aug. 12, noon - 5 p.m. Back to School Bash Celebrate summer with music and fun at New Tampa Regional Library, 10001 Cross Creek Blvd. Afternoon includes games, trivia contest and live music for kids, tweens and teens. For details, call 813-273-3652. Aug. 12-14, 19-21, various times Annie – The Musical See this latest New Tampa Players production at the University Area Community Center Complex, 14013 N. 22nd St. Performances are 8 p.m. Aug. 12-13 and Aug. 19-20, with matinees Aug. 1314 and Aug. 20-21. Cost: $14 adults and $12 students/seniors. www.newtampaplayers.org Aug. 27, 7 p.m. 2nd Annual Gala Night Get ready for dancing, dining and awards to celebrate the Westchase community’s 20th anniversary at the Westchase Golf Club. For tickets, visit the WCA office at 10049 Parley Drive. Tickets are $30. www.westchasewca.com

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Brandon Student Wins $30,000 Scholarship Shanygne Jackson of Brandon has been named the recipient of the 2011 Evelyn Keedy Memorial Scholarship. The Art institutes awards the $30,000 scholarship each year to one student who best exemplifies the talent and dedication necessary to succeed in a creative career. Jackson, who recently graduated from newsome High in Brandon, began her studies last month at The Art institute of Tampa, where she is enrolled in its fashion and retail management bachelor’s degree program. The Keedy scholarship is awarded annually to one high school senior who has enrolled at an eligible Art institutes school. in addition to submitting an essay, students are required to have at least a 3.0 GPA, two letters of recommendation, and a resume. “i really enjoy being part of fashion and retail marketing in high school and i know that i have morals, ethics and principle values instilled in me that will help me to succeed in my life’s adventures,” she wrote in her essay. Evelyn Keedy served in several capacities at The Art institute of Dallas before beginning her work as an Art institutes representative at high schools in Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. The Art institute of Tampa, 4401 n. Himes Ave., Suite 150, is one of 45 educational institutions focused on design, media arts, fashion and culinary arts that make up The Arts institutes system. To learn more, visit www.artinstitutes.edu/tampa or call 1-866-703-3277.

Patel Conservatory Sets Youth Orchestra Auditions The Patel Conservatory youth Orchestra will hold auditions for placement in the 2011-12 orchestra from 5-8 p.m. Aug. 16, 22, 23 and 24 at the Straz Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Tampa.

This month, the Patel Conservatory holds auditions for students who would like a place in its youth orchestra program.

“We have an amazing team of musicians who will lead the PCyO program into its 29th year. i am thrilled that we are receiving so much interest from students, who can take part in this great tradition,” says Artistic Director Gregory ruffer.

PCyO includes the Tampa Bay youth Orchestra, the intermezzo Orchestra and Prelude Strings. Comprised of youth age 7 to 20, the youth orchestra provides accomplished young musicians with advanced orchestral ensemble experience and has performed twice at Carnegie Hall in new york and at other prestigious institutions. For more information, go to www.patelconservatory.org or call 813-222-1002.

dates: Aug. 2, 8, 16, 22, 6:30 p.m. Fit4Baby Prenatal Exercise Classes Take a free prenatal exercise class offered by Stroller Strides at two bay area hospitals. Choose from Brandon Regional Hospital, Oakfield Medical Plaza, Suite 262, with classes on Aug. 2 and Aug. 16, and St. Joseph’s Women’s Hospital, 3030 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tampa, with classes on and Aug. 8 and Aug. 22. www.strollerstrides.com Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. Free Crafts for Kids Encourage kids ages 3 and older to flex their creative muscles with craft activities Saturday mornings at Lakeshore Learning Store, 4501 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. This month’s themes include Space Craft on Aug. 6; Dinosaur Puppets on Aug. 13; Flower for My Teacher on Aug. 20; and Honeybee Hive on Aug. 27. www.lakeshorelearning.com/freecrafts4kids Aug. 7, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. • Hyde Park Fresh Market Check out more than 70 vendors the first Sunday of each month at Hyde Park Village in South Tampa. Browse gourmet foods, handmade arts and crafts, plants and organic food. Free admission and parking. www.hydeparkvillage.net Aug. 12, 6-9 p.m. Back to School Yoga Pajama Party Pack the PJs, pillows and blankets for a back-toschool party for kids age 4-12 in the Kula Kids Yoga studio at the Lotus Room, 1101 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Healthy snack included. Cost: $20 first child and $10 each additional child. www. yogalotusroom.com Aug. 13, 9 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free Master Ballet Class Sign up for a master class with the Next Generation Ballet at the Patel Conservatory at the Straz Center in Tampa. Kids in grades pre-k through 12 can receive dance instruction and an opportunity to place in 2011-12 ballet program. Pre-registration required at 813-222-1002. www. patelconservatory.org Aug. 25, 7 p.m. • Our Big Crush at Mise En Place Enjoy a multicourse dinner along with favorite wines of the culinary minds behind Mise En Place at 442 W. Kennedy Blvd., Tampa. Event will spotlight 25 favorite wines in honor of the restaurant’s 25th anniversary. $125. For reservations, call 813-2545373. www.miseonline.com

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Read Your Way to a Rays Game The Pinellas Public Library Cooperative has launched a reading program in partnership with the Tampa Bay rays. Families can pick up a “reading with the rays: read your Way to the Ballpark” score card at any PPLC location. The program offers opportunities for young readers to achieve milestones through reading, circling the bases on their game card to win prizes, such as rays’ posters, temporary tattoos and slap bracelets. When readers advance to a new base, they need to ask their parent or guardian to initial the card and bring it to their library, where a librarian will give them a reading reward. Once a child advances to home plate, he will be eligible to receive one free ticket to a rays’ baseball game, with several August and September game dates eligible and listed on the score card. For more information, visit the PPLC at www.pplc.us or call 727-441-8408.

Recycling Program Hits Beaches recently, Pinellas County launched its Gulf Beaches recycling program to provide beachgoers a convenient way to recycle their cans and bottles. The county is adding blue recycling containers at Sand Key Park near Clearwater, Sunset Beach in Tarpon Springs and at public beaches in Madeira Beach, indian Shores, indian rocks Beach and St. Pete Beach. A second phase will begin in September, bringing the receptacles to Honeymoon island State Park, the Blue recycling bins like this one are being Dunedin Causeway and Fred Howard Park as well added to many Pinellas beaches to encourage recycling. as public beaches along redington Beach, north redington Beach, Treasure island, redington Shores, Tiki Gardens and the Park Boulevard Boat ramp. Once completed, there will be about 350 containers across more than a dozen state, municipal and county beach locations. The county estimates it receives about 13 million visitors annually. Bill Embree, a supervisor for the solid waste program, notes that this ecofriendly step to provide easy access to recycling receptacles has been well-received. “Over the July Fourth holiday weekend, beach patrons seemed to embrace the new program,” he says. “Park staff reported that the recycling containers were filled at least once each day. They also reported that a minimal amount of recyclable materials remained in the garbage cans. “The quantity of recyclables collected over the holiday weekend would indicate a positive opinion and acceptance of the program.” A previous pilot beach recycling program indicated that 99 percent of beach visitors would recycle if given the opportunity. it also showed that recycling cans and bottles at the beach could reduce trash volume by at least 50 percent. Although glass is recyclable, the county will not be collecting it. “Glass is forbidden at parks as they pose a safety hazard to beach patrons,” Embree says. “The program is not collecting glass in order to discourage beach patrons from bringing glass containers with them.” Visit www.pinellascounty.org/utilities/beach for more information about the program.

dates: Aug. 6, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. N. Pinellas Annual Spirit, Mind and Body Fair Stop by this free event to hear from speakers and meet vendors at this annual natural health fair at the North Pinellas YMCA, 4550 Village Center Drive, Palm Harbor. Take classes from yoga to green living with a chance to win prizes and goodie bags. www.suncoastymca.org Aug. 12, 5:30-8:30 p.m. 2nd Friday Dunedin Wine/Art Walk Indulge in fine wine, art and live music at this monthly event at Pioneer Park in downtown Dunedin. Check out local merchants for discounts and giveaways, browse art exhibits and take part in a wine tasting. $10. www.2ndfridaydunedin.com Aug. 13, 7:30 p.m. Wearable Art 7 Check out this year’s creations at the Dunedin Fine Art Center, 1143 Michigan Blvd. Runway show starts at 9 p.m., with after-party afterward. General admission is $15 and reserved seating is $35 and $75. www.dfac.org Aug. 16, 6-9 p.m. Girls Night Out: Summer Spa Party Get pampered at this event hosted by Working Women of Tampa Bay and spa50 at the Spa at Sandpearl Resort, 500 Mandalay Ave., Clearwater Beach. Enjoy mini-spa treatments, appetizers and wine. Portion of proceeds benefit My Hope Chest. Cost: $15 members and $20 nonmembers. www.workingwomenoftampabay.com Aug. 20, 8 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Saturday Summer Farmer’s Market Browse vendors of fresh produce, flowers, plants, seafood and more the third Saturday from June through September near the gazebo at John Wilson Park, 401 Main St., Safety Harbor. Free. www.cityofsafetyharbor.com Aug. 20, 9 a.m. - noon Back 2 School Bash Bring the kids for this end-of-summer celebration at Clearwater First Church of the Nazarene, 1875 Nursery Road. The free event will feature games, inflatables, face painting, food, door prizes and free school supplies. Email tsherrington@aol. com for more information.

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September 24th at 9:00-2:00 pm The March Join us to help the abused, neglected and abandoned foster children who are facing the dependency system without anyone to speak up for them. Each person marching will represent a child in need. Sponsor a child for only $100.

The Celebration There will be a celebration with Shana Banana Live, entertainment and workshops along with food, music and family-friendly activities at Curtis Hixon Park in Downtown Tampa.

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All Children’s Hospital Telethon Raises More Than $3.4M All Children’s Hospital raised $3.4 million during its annual telethon. This year’s telethon theme, “Celebrate the Miracles,” focused on the strength of both the young patients and their families who come to All Children’s. The 2011 final tote board results push its cumulative total of telethon donations to more than $77 million. ACH Guild presidents show off the results of their hard work for this year’s telethon.

All funds raised go directly to All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg. The All Children’s Hospital Telethon is part of the Children’s Miracle network Hospitals, a nonprofit alliance of premier hospitals for children, dedicated to raising funds for 170 children’s hospitals across North America through partnerships with local television affiliates. in its 85-year history, All Children’s Hospital has grown to become a leading regional referral center for pediatric specialty care and one of the nation’s top children’s hospitals. Last year, the facility earned the distinction of becoming the first U.S. hospital outside of the Baltimore/Washington D.C. area to achieve membership in Johns Hopkins Medicine. For more information, visit www.allkids.org or call 727-898-7451.

Middle Schoolers Score Scholarships on Game Show Congratulations, Emma Couture and Emma Stone! Episodes recently aired showing the eighth-grader and sixth-grader, respectively, from Thurgood Marshall Fundamental Middle School in St. Petersburg participating in July’s “Kids Week” for ages 10-12 on the syndicated TV game show Jeopardy. This year’s Jeopardy “Kids Week” featured two Pinellas middle school students.

Couture, now 13, placed first during her show and won a $15,000 college scholarship. Eleven-year-old Stone placed third on her telecast, earning $1,000. The two girls were among 15 students competing during the five-day championship.

dates: Aug. 5, 6-11 p.m. Largo First Friday Festival Check out this monthly, family-friendly festival along First Avenue in Largo. Event includes live music, art vendors, street performers and more. Free admission. 727-517-6821. Aug. 6, 13, 20, 27, 8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. Williams Park Summer Market Shop in the park on Saturday mornings this month. Products featured include specialty dishes, gourmet breads, coffees/teas, dog treats, fresh produce, natural products, jewelry and crafts. Free admission. www.saturdaymorningmarket.com Aug. 6, 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Family Fun Day Bring out the family for a day of fun hosted by the Tampa Bay Birth Network in Largo Central Park at shelters 4 and 5. Event will include healthy snacks, music, face painting and free drawings. Educational materials about natural pregnancy, birth and parenting will be available. Free. www. tampabaybirthnetwork.org Aug. 6, 8 a.m. - noon Back to School Care Fair Register for the Junior League of St. Petersburg’s annual event at Johnnie Ruth Clark Health Center, 1344 22nd St. The first 500 registered children receive backpacks stuffed with school supplies and free medical exams, including vision checks, dental screenings and immunizations. Bike safety training and free helmets will be given out while supplies last. Free. www.jlstpete.org Aug, 26, 7 p.m. St. Pete Beach 5K Lace up the sneakers for this final race of a threepart summer 5K race series sponsored by the St. Pete Road Runner s at Sirata Beach Resort, 5300 Gulf Blvd. in St. Pete Beach. Entry fee includes raffle prizes and post-race party to toast the night away. $10 SPRR members; $15 non-members. www.sprr.org Aug. 27, 7-11 p.m. Gecko Ball: The Lizard of Oz Get ready for a costume party at this fundraiser at the Peninsula Inn, 2937 Beach Blvd., Gulfport. Evening will feature dinner buffet, live music, costume contest, silent auctions, live auction of hand-decorated geckos and more. $25 in advance. Email dan@igc.org for more information.

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Girl Scout Receives President’s Service Award Girl Scout Ambassador Mollie Schick of new Tampa recently was honored for her volunteer service with a President’s Volunteer Service Award. The award, which recognizes Americans of all ages who have volunteered significant amounts of their time to serve their communities and their country, was presented by The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program on behalf of President Obama. Schick participated in the Spirit of Community program as a representative of Girl Scouts of West Central Florida in Tampa. She earned her award by developing a pet therapy Kim Jowell, CEO of the Girl Scouts of West Central Florida, congratulates program, Pets Altering Lives. Through PAL, the high Mollie Schick on her award. school senior not only visited assisted living facilities with her dog, but provided helpful information to pet owners on how to certify their pets to be therapy dogs and find places to volunteer. She also created a slide show to introduce the program to fellow Girl Scouts as well as with pet owners and organizations who might be interested in pet therapy. “i felt it was important to participate in therapy because it was something i enjoyed, my dog enjoyed and the residents themselves enjoyed,” Schick says. “i learned that a little of my time can make a world of difference in someone’s day.” The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards program recognizes young people across America for outstanding community service activities. More than 310,000 young people across America have been considered for these awards since the program began in 1995. “We are incredibly proud of Mollie and her amazing achievement,” said Kim Jowell, CEO for GSWCF. “Her dedication to community service is inspiring, and a true testament of how Girl Scouts strive to make the world a better place.” Shick previously received the Girl Scout Gold Award in 2009, the highest honor awarded in Girl Scouting which recognizes outstanding accomplishments in the areas of leadership, community service, career planning and personal development. She will be attending the University of Maryland in the fall and plans to double major in business and Chinese.

Young Scientists Impress at International Fair Two Pasco County students recently represented Florida at the 2011 intel international Science and Engineering Fair, the world’s largest international pre-college science competition for students in grades 9-12. This year, more than 1,500 high school students from 65 countries, regions and territories participated in the annual forum, including Sophia Sokolowski from Academy at the Lakes in Land O’ Lakes and Aubrey Jones from J.W. Mitchell High in Trinity. Sokolowski presented her project titled, “Audio Perception: Plotting the Pathway of the BK Channel,” in which she investigated proteins in the sensory cells inside the inner ear in an effort to better understand the role they play in hearing loss. Jones focused her scientific research on “Why Diabetics need to Know the Complexity of Carbohydrates.” Sokolowski earned special awards from the Army, $1,000, and the Air Force, $1,500, marking the first time in 15 years that a Pasco County student has received an award at the international Science Fair.

dates: Through Aug. 22, various times Breaking Up Is Hard to Do Catch this comedy/musical based on the music of songwriter Neil Sedaka as it hits the stage at the Show Palace Dinner Theatre, 16128 U.S. 19, Hudson. Tickets: $49.50 plus tax for dinner and show and $38.45 plus tax for show only. 727863-7949. www.showpalace.net Aug. 6, 7 p.m. Movie in the Park Catch the Dade City Youth Council’s monthly film indoors this month at the American Legion Hall on Church Avenue. This month’s flick is Diary of a Wimpy Kid-Roderick Rules. 352-523-5052, Ext. 322. Aug. 12-13, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Used Book Bazaar Browse through used books, CDs, DVDs and more during this sale at Hugh Embry Library, 14215 Fourth St., Dade City. Free admission. Proceeds help fund programming for all ages at the library. www.pascolibraries.org Aug. 20, 9 a.m. LOL Lightning Swim Team Benefit Support the Land O’ Lakes Lightning Swim Team by attending their meet at the Land O’ Lakes Recreation Center, 3032 Collier Parkway. Event will include races, food and games with proceeds to benefit the Shriners. www.lollightning.org Aug. 20, 6 p.m. ACS Cattle Baron’s Ball Don diamonds and denim as part of this year’s gala theme for a fabulous evening of music, dancing and food at Heritage Springs Golf & Country Club, 11345 Robert Trent Parkway, Trinity. Proceeds to benefit the American Cancer Society. 800-940-1969. Aug. 27, 7:30 a.m. Cotee Man Triathlon Compete in this swim-bike-run event through New Port Richey, starting at its Recreation and Aquatic Center, 6630 Van Buren St. Proceeds benefit efforts to promote downtown and youth scholarships to the center. Registration is $65 through Aug. 13 and $75 after. www. coteemantriathlon.com

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