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contents / February 2019 cover story 23 2019 Teacher of the Year

Meet our Harrisburg teacher making a difference in her students’ lives.

baby 8 Childbirth Class:

Necessary or Skip It? What to know about prepping for baby.

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10 Autism and ADHD When to test.

14 Love is in the Air

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18 College Prep 101

When to start thinking about life after high school.

20 How to Handle Cyberbullying

Tips to keep the lines of communication open.

health/wellness

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39 Learn-to-Swim

Keys for a lifetime of fun in and around water.

40 Women and Heart

Health: Take Action Now Warning signs all women should know.

Valentine’s day outfits.

16 Museum of Visual Materials

Keeping the community creative.

27 Inspiring Kids in the Community

Recognizing kids who are going above and beyond.

home 42 How to Read Tire Sizes on a Tire Sidewall

Tire safety all year round.

in every issue

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12 Craft Corner

28 When Kids Just Aren’t

Look what I made!

13 Good Eats

Valentine treats for munching.

33 Calendar of Events Area events for all ages.

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Ready for Kindergarten Options to help kids prepare.

30 Child Therapy

Where do I start and how is it paid for?

44 Kick off Valentine’s Day with a Date at Home

Saving money and spending quality time.

46 When to Consider a Whole House Humidifier

Battling winter dryness.

welcome from the editor

We have lots of new changes in our first issue of 2019! There will be new themes and sections this year. We even changed up our logo!

We have so many amazing teachers in our community. We had another tough year deciding who should be our Teacher of the Year. This is the first year we did a live announcement to the whole school. I was able to join Horizon Elementary for their Monday morning meeting to announce that Miss Sarah Hansen is our 2019 Teacher of the Year. It was so much fun to see all the kids’ faces as we told them! To view all our 2019 nominations, check out thehoodmagazine.com.

We did our first kids photoshoot of 2019 with Corduroy Pixie Dust and Julie Praire Photography. We had a blast watching the kids run around. Some of the kids loved the clothes so much they refused to take them off! We will be calling out for more kid models, so make sure you are on our email list to get the details.

Did you know we have a panel of moms we work with?

We have an amazing group of moms from the community that help us decide what we should put in ‘Hood. We couldn’t help out at so many events in the community without them. We know being a mom is super busy, and we are so thankful for their help. We worked with Barre3 and Athleta to help them get their 2019 off to a great start and did a special morning just for them! If you would like to know more about joining our panel, reach out to me!

Some of the other things you will find in this issue are our Valentine section (with crafts and recipes), the latest information from The Museum of Visual Materials about what they have going on for summer, and as always, our calendar of events.

If you have an idea of something you would like to see in ‘Hood, make sure to let us know!

We are excited for all of the changes at ‘Hood for 2019!

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Copy Editor Rose Bickett

We had a great time with our friends at KDLT showcasing our December/January issue with a fun winter craft.

Intern Alexa DeVos

Contributing Photographers Julie Prairie Photography

Contributing Writers

Ashley Andersen, Anna Jankord, Megan Johnke, Danae Lund, Dr. Amy Marschall, Chrissy Meyer

Distribution courtesy of LifeScape: Andy Claflin, Brian Puetz, Brenton Newman, Ben Graff, Mitch Riley

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We also spent some time with the crew of the KSFY morning show featuring some fun items featured in our holiday gift guide.

Thank you to Stacy Decker at Harrisburg Horizon Elementary for helping us get ‘Hood home in the backpacks!

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upcoming events Paw Patrol Feb 12 & 13, 2019 Denny Sanford Premier Center Check our Facebook page for giveaways.

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‘Hood Online We are so much more than a magazine. We are here to meet you where you’re at in life. You’ll find us in the community, online and in our printed issues, which are FREE! If you haven’t visited our website yet, you’ll want to check it out. There, you’ll find exclusive content not available in print! Here is what you’ll find this month:

Extra extras ONLY online!

Are you a parent who doesn’t have a lot of family help around you? You’ll find some great tips and advice in an article from Shannon Ward, the founder of “Thrive after Birth.”

Childhood attention issues in the classroom and allergies are becoming more and more common in our society. In many cases, they can be directly related. Find out how pain free allergy testing SEE ALL OF THE can help you get to the bottom of the issue.

We also have a great article from Pathfinders which will help you focus on hands-on learning at home.

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by Ashley Anderson, Simply Birth SD

Childbirth Class: Necessary or Skip It? When you find out you’re pregnant, the to-do list seems to grow every day. Between researching car seats, creating a registry and pouring over the baby name list, it may be tempting to just skip the childbirth classes. But that may not be the best idea as you approach one of the most important days in your and your baby’s life.

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Here’s why childbirth education classes are worth your time.

each stage. Reducing fear in labor will reduce tension, which in turn reduces pain.

1. Education eliminates fear.

Especially if this is your first baby, there are a lot of unknowns about giving birth. What will contractions feel like? How will I know I’m in labor?

During a childbirth class, you’ll not only learn how the body works during each stage of labor, but also how to work with your body during

2. You’ll learn pain management techniques.

Speaking of pain, is it really possible to reduce pain during childbirth? The answer is YES!!

Learning and practicing some very simple techniques like relaxation, abdominal breathing and different laboring positions can all help reduce the amount of pain you experience during labor.

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Many people view labor and birth as something to “just get through.” But it was meant to be so much more! Yes, it’s painful, but many of life’s greatest achievements come through moments of pain. Going into labor prepared and educated will give you the confidence you need to make the BEST choices for you and your family, even beyond labor.

And when considering a childbirth class, don’t forget to look outside of the hospital. The independent classes are often more comprehensive and will focus on natural birthing techniques. There are many independent options right here in the Sioux Empire to fully prepare you to have the kind of birth that you’ll want to remember. l

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3. Classes help prepare your partner for labor.

Your partner, most likely the father of your child, will be part of this life changing event. Taking a childbirth class together will give him the tools he needs to not only support you through labor, but also to be an advocate for you in your birthing space. It’s not just the birth of a baby, but the birth of a family!

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by Danae Lund, Ph.D., Sanford Health

Autism and ADHD: When to Test Autism spectrum disorder (ASD), or autism, refers to a broad range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech and non-verbal communication.

Autism affects an estimated 1 in 59 children. Many people with autism also have sensory issues, such as aversion to certain sights, sounds and other sensations. Signs of autism usually appear by age 2 to 3 but can start as early as 6 months of age.

One of the best sources of information on autism is Autism Speaks, a reputable organization dedicated to causes and treatments for Autism spectrum disorders and related conditions. On its website is a helpful page called Learn the Signs, which highlights “red flags” that parents can identify that may indicate their child is at risk for ASD. Early signs include lack of social engagement, responsiveness, and the use of communication in meaningful ways within relationships. For example, at six months of age you don’t see big smiles or other warm and engaging expressions, or there’s limited eye contact.

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There is also a screener tool pediatricians use called the M-CHAT (Modified Checklist for Autism in Toddlers). It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for ages 16 to 30 months.

It’s a simple, quick screening tool, even available online to help parents determine whether their child should be seen by a professional. Local doctor, Danae Lund said to keep in mind that as a screening tool, it’s designed to detect as many cases as possible, so there will be false positives.

That’s why a follow-up with a professional is recommended.

“If you notice your child is having any developmental difficulty, talk to your child’s physician or a psychologist with experience in early childhood development. We can conduct a relatively brief consultation to determine whether a full evaluation is needed for a condition such as Autism spectrum disorder or some other developmental delay that could benefit from early intervention,” Dr. Lund said.

ADHD Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a treatable, neuro-behavioral disorder found in kids, teens and adults. It is estimated that nearly 17 million Americans are affected by ADHD. There are three main types of ADHD: predominantly inattentive, predominantly hyperactive/impulsive and a combined type.

Anyone can have moments of being inattentive, impulsive or hyperactive, but only a doctor or other professional provider can accurately diagnose ADHD. Dr. Lund said it’s important to rule out other conditions that can mask as ADHD, such as anxiety, depression, behavioral problems, trauma, developmental delays or learning disabilities. It could be a lot of things other than ADHD. She recommends two good rating scales for determining a need to assess for ADHD:

Vanderbilt ADHD This is a psychological assessment tool for use with children ages 6 to 12. Although it is not intended for diagnosis, it is widely used to provide information about symptoms and measure the severity of ADHD. The tool takes approximately 10 minutes to complete, and there are two forms. The parent form has 55 items and the teacher form has 32 items.

SNAP-IV R This tool is available at adhd.net and is used with children and adolescents ages 6 to 18. It contains 90 items and takes about 10 minutes: As Dr. Lund points out, these screeners are not definitive tests, so you should always talk to your child’s physician or consult a child psychologist about a professional assessment if a screener indicates possible concerns. l

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website Visit our re for mo e’s Valentin crafts!

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Crafts and Snacks!

Valentine’s Canvas Wall Art Add some shine to your home all winter long with these shimmering icicles.

Supplies: Blank canvas (any size) Paint Paint brushes Painter’s tape Glue Red or pink buttons

Instructions 1. U sing painter’s tape, tape stripes on your canvas. Paint the stripes with whatever color you prefer.

2. O nce the canvas is dry, use glue to glue on buttons in a heart shape.

3. A dd personal touches, like names, initials, or cute sayings.

4. Display and admire.

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HEALTHY VALENTINE’S SNACK PLATTER Valentine’s Day is a sweet day, but that doesn’t mean healthy snack options can’t be fun. Use a mini heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out yummy fruits, veggies or cheeses. Apples, cucumbers, and even lunch meats can make a healthy and festive Valentine’s platter.

MIX IT UP

COOKIE POPS

Mix and match your favorite sweet and crunchy snacks to create a delicious treat.

Ingredient ideas:

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Chocolate sandwich cookies (we used oreos) Candy melts or chocolate to melt Small sticks Pink and red sprinkles

Directions:

Insert a small stick in the center frosting of the cookie. Dip in melted candy or chocolate then immediately coat in sprinkles.

• Mini pretzels • Popcorn •C ereal (chex, cherrios, or your choice) •P eanuts (or nut of your choice) • M&Ms or other candies • Sprinkles • White chocolate, or white candy melts • Pink candy melts

Directions:

In a large bowl, mix together treats of your choice. Melt candy melts or chocolate and drizzle over the top.

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Love is in the Air Valentine’s Day Outfits

The holidays are the perfect time to celebrate with your kids and one of the easiest ways to get in the holiday spirit is with a new outfit. You can find Corduroy & Pixie Dust in Dell Rapids, at their new Sioux Falls location in the Jones 421 Building, or online at corduroynpixiedust.com. They have so many outfits to get your kids excited about Valentine’s Day. There are so many adorable outfit combinations for Valentine’s Day. You can order something special from a boutique, or online, or you can get creative with items you already have in the kids’ closets at home.

When planning the perfect heart outfit, think of colors and patterns. So many of the outfit patterns today are perfect for many different occasions.

Pinks and reds go well with a solid color of grey, or black. And don’t forget about hair accessories to compliment your Valentine’s Day outfit.

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Painting, comic book writing, pottery and so much more! We make the summer a fun learning experience for children. Camp ages vary from 5-16, so there is something for everyone! Summer camp registration will open early Spring 2019 on our website.

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Join us at the Museum of Visual Materials for free day activities. No registration is required for groups 10 or less. Interested in bringing a group or field trip? Reach out to us to schedule a date and activity. Children’s activities are available Monday – Tuesday from 9am-4pm & Wednesday 10am-4pm.

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Kids are not the only ones who get to have fun – join us for our adult classes! Craft night is held on the 1st Wednesday with a different Pinterestinspired craft each month. Other class offerings vary throughout the year. Visit sfmvm.com to learn about our classes. Registration is required as space is limited.

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by Anna Jankord, University Center-Sioux Falls

COLLEGE PREP 101

College preparation is an expansive and overwhelming process that requires support and guidance. So, where do you begin? As the Recruitment Specialist at University Center-Sioux Falls, I begin facilitating activities with middle and high school students to guide them in identifying their support system and interests.

Most often, their support system involves parents, siblings, teachers, and coaches. The interests range from pets to sports, family to learning.

So, let’s start there. Have you had a conversation with your student about the people who support them or their interests and passions? This conversation will help you and your student prepare for college.

Build relationships • School counselors are a great resource as they understand the high school graduation and college admissions requirements. Use their expertise!

• Teachers and coaches know your student’s strengths and areas for growth, as they interact with them frequently. They can help your student develop leadership skills and offer them experiences to become a confident young adult.

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et involved outside the classroom G • While academic success is important to college admissions, extracurricular actives are an important piece of admittance. Colleges and universities want to see a student with well-rounded experience that allowed them to develop foundational communication and interpersonal skills. Have fun and engage with peers and the community!

A student’s development hinges on their ability to seek information and opportunities themselves. I have a 20-month-old daughter and I already know it’s going to be hard to let her fly as she matures and grows. However, I know the best thing for her now and in the future is to learn to do things on her own. In the college search process and beyond, our support and guidance are the best for our kids.

how them how, then follow them with S encouragement • If you are doing more than your student in the college search process, you are doing too much.

As parents, let’s teach our kids to search for colleges and view their websites and social media so they can be excited about the process. Allowing students this supported independence will build a more confident and responsible college student. As a parent, you are the cornerstone in that support structure, which means others are there to help as well.

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All in all, preparing for college is a mindset, and while each stage requires a different focus, parents and their students are in it as a team. l

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by Dr. Amy Marschall, Sioux Falls Psychological Services

How to Handle

Cyberbullying The rise of social media has allowed teenagers to keep in touch with friends and family more easily than in previous generations. In addition, youth can engage with communities that they did not have access to before, helping them feel less alone. However, this access has also given rise to cyber bullying.

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The old adage, “sticks and stones may break my bones, but words will never hurt me,” is unfortunately not true. In fact, verbal abuse is more harmful in the long term than physical assault.

Social media messages are particularly harmful because the recipient can re-read hateful words several times, which prevents them from trying to move forward.

Not only can cyberbullying be more harmful to the recipient than in-person teasing, but the act of perpetrating cyberbullying can be harmful to teenagers’ development. Adolescents are impulsive and say things they might not mean, out of anger. When this happens in person, they see the emotional pain inflicted on the other person. Since most people experience some amount of empathy, they experience feelings of sadness or guilt, which helps them learn not to make this choice in the future. The mask of a computer screen can inhibit this empathy response.

If your teenager is the victim of cyberbullying, encourage them to delete hateful messages and block the sender. They might benefit from a social media vacation. Reach out to other parents so that they are aware and can monitor their teenager’s online activities. Since cyberbullying has led to low self-esteem, depression, self-harm, and even suicidal behaviors, consider taking your adolescent to a therapist so that they have a space to process and cope with their emotions.

If your teenager perpetuates cyberbullying, talk to them about the effect of their behavior on their peers. Remember that social media use is a privilege, not a right, and it can be taken away. If their victim is receptive, have your teenager make amends for their behavior, in person, to build their empathy response. Since many adolescents act out from a place of their own pain, your teenager might benefit from counseling. Remember that internet posts can never truly be deleted, and a future college or employer could potentially find posts or messages that bully.

Although there are many benefits to social media, this access has given rise to cyberbullying among teenagers. Whether your teen is a victim or perpetrator of cyberbullying, this is an opportunity to teach boundaries, consequences, and empathy. l

Are You Ready for Summer?

The Sioux Empire Fastpitch Softball Association (SEFSA) is looking for boys and girls who are interested in learning how to play one of the fastest growing sports – fastpitch softball! We need players ages 4 – 6 years old for our co-ed leagues and girls ages 7 – 18 for our girls summer league. The season is 6 weeks long, kids may play up to 12 games, and will start the in the middle of May through the middle of July (no weekend league games).

We offer: • 4 – 5 year old co-ed tee-ball for boys and girls ($70) • 5 – 6 year old co-ed “coach pitch” for boys and girls ($70) • 8U girls (7 and 8 years old) player and “coach pitch” softball ($75) • 10U – 18U (9 – 18 years old) player pitch ($105 – $115) • 18 and older Womens fastpitch softball league ($125) Please go to SEFSA.org for more information and to register your child, or call SEFSA at 605-553-4513.

We are looking for umpires between the ages of 12– 70 years old. If you want a fun, great paying, flexible, summer job check us out at www.sefsa.org

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Meet our 2019

Teacher of the Year When Miss Sarah found out she was the 2019 Teacher of the Year, she had no words to describe her emotions. “It started like a normal day. We went to Monday meeting as a whole school,” said Miss Sarah. “Steff came up and was talking about the ‘Hood Magazine Teacher of the Year and read Lily’s nomination and I was very surprised.”

For Miss Sarah, being a teacher to her students over the past seven years is what she does best. Being a teacher to Lily is something she has embraced and her efforts have not gone unnoticed.

“Lily is such a sweet little girl who has been through so much, medically,” said Miss Sarah. “I met her before school started. A couple weeks after school started, she started coming and her mom started coming. As long as Lily is here, her mom is here, or her dad. Her parents are always with her and they also act as another teacher in the classroom, so the kids also benefit.”

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Lily’s parents take turns attending school with her due to her extensive medical needs. Lily’s Mom, Kari, knew right away her daughter was in the right place.

“Lily is our 6th child in the Harrisburg School District and Miss Sarah is amazing,” said Kari.

“It’s been amazing to watch how she teaches so differently. She teaches beyond a curriculum. She

just has a way of teaching I’ve never seen before.

She has an incredible bond in the kids and with the students. For us as a family, she totally wrapped herself around us. She has seen our struggles and our medical needs along with many trips and surgeries.”

As it turns out, this is Miss Sarah’s first year in a traditional classroom. Her previous six years were in early childhood special education. She says her prior experience has helped her immensely, but she couldn’t do it without her team at school.

“I love the team effort to make a day happen,” said Miss Sarah. “From specials to office staff, to my amazing aide, to my kindergarten team, I just love my team.”

And Miss Sarah’s passion for her team carries over to her classroom, impacting lives like Lily’s.

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“She loves her teacher and her friends and we accommodate and give her anything we can at this point,” said Kari. “Sarah is so good. When we can’t make it, she sends messages and video clips and talks to her. Lily is five, but she’s been through a lot. Miss Sarah takes the time to tell her she will be missed when she’s not at school, but it’ll be ok.” l

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2019 Teacher of the Year Mrs. Jenny Daugaard, 3rd Grade Baltic Elementary School My teacher is the best because she makes learning fun every day. She is always doing fun activities to help us learn. The activities she does are not only fun but they help me remember things longer.

Nominated by: Tyler O. Mr. Jason Donnelly, 6th Grade Harrisburg South Middle School Before I had Mr. Donnelly, I really didn’t like math. HE IS SUCH AN AMAZING TEACHER! He makes math fun and easy to understand. All the kids love his class!

Nominated by: Kennedy K. Mr. Amos Ferguson, Tea Area High School He’s always been there for me.

School was always my second home, and whenever I just needed a place to be, his classroom was always open. He listened when I needed to rant and talked with me when I needed to get through something.

Nominated by: Sara K. Mrs. Carla Hoogendoorn, Kindergarten Abiding Savior Academy Mrs. Hoogendoorn creates an environment where students feel safe and loved. She is calm and kind, yet has high expectations for her students. My son Miles, has loved his experience in her class. He has grown SO much as a reader and writer.

ominees Other Outstanding N Mrs. Hoogendoorn gets to know each student’s interests and helps them feel proud of who they are and what they are learning.

Nominated by: Miles H.

Mr. Brent Kramer, 3rd Grade Brandon Elementary School My teacher is the best because he makes each student feel special and always give us lots of extra help and attention when we are not understanding something or struggling in an area. He makes learning fun with lots of fun projects and games. He even has a laser printer in his classroom that we get to use!

Nominated by: Micah R. Mrs. Jennifer Sandman, 1st Grade St. Katherine Drexel Mrs. Sandman goes above & beyond - ensuring that each kiddo knows just how special they are. She is great about positive reinforcement and sending notes of positivity, achievement, kudos and success home with a small token of appreciation like a pencil, piece of candy or eraser. To a 6-year-old these notes and small gifts mean the world to them.

Nominated by: Lane S. Mr. Joe Thompson, Preschool Discovery Learning Center Mr. Joe is one of the most humble, kind, and patient people we have ever known.

His positive attitude towards

life and his passion for teaching shines through in his classroom and into the lives of the little people he’s shaping.

Mr. Joe is a kid himself. He interacts with the kids on their level, puts lots of time into their class activities, and is available to speak to at any time.

Our whole family is in love with this teacher. He is dedicated to his class. Kids are excited to come every single day to this daycare. They are counting, talking and singing non stop.

When I ask who taught you this - the answer is one – Mr. Joe!!

Nominated by: Blakely, Laken and Olivia Mrs. Deanna Vortherms, 4th Grade Tri-Valley Elementary School Mrs. Vortherms has been around since I was a fourth grader. Now my daughter has her. She’s using a lot of the things we did when I was that age and it is awesome. The kids are interested. My daughter comes home EXCITED about projects. She starts explaining to me what she has to do, and I remember. And then i get excited.

If a teacher can leave that sort of an impact on someone, from that many years ago, that is a great teacher.

Nominated by: Bailey P.

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Kids in the InspiringCommunity We are so fortunate to live in a community with so many opportunities. We’re able to raise our children to be good community members and volunteers that make a difference.

Over the years we’ve shared stories of kids doing good deeds and making a difference and now we’d like to give those kids some much needed recognition.

If you know a child in the Sioux Empire who is doing great things, we want to hear from you. Reach out to us on our website thehoodmagazine.com.

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When Kids Just Aren’t Ready for

Kindergarten I had heard it said before (when I was bursting from the middle, with child) that as soon as our babies are born, they begin their journey of growing up and undeniably independent from us.

“Savor these last few days when your child is the closest and safest they will ever be…..inside of you,” they said. As impatient as I felt, somewhere inside of my instinctual mama being, I acknowledged the truth in those words anyway. As our children grow from infants to babies, and then toddlers, we begin to realize how fast they learn and how soon they will integrate into the more formal world of learning. For many of us, this realization is difficult. We may even shudder at the thought of the word KINDERGARTEN—How will we let them go? How could they possibly be ready for such a huge change in their tiny worlds? What if they struggle?

Coupled with the normal parenting worry that we all feel when letting go, there may be some very valid, practical reasons for our hesitation in sending our child off to Kindergarten. What if our child has a summer birthday and is just developmentally not quite ready? Maybe we are nervous about how small they seem to us.

Or perhaps we simply value the importance of the wonder experienced by learning through play and we want to see our child experience another year with the freedom to explore and learn according to their own agenda.

Every child’s approach to learning is unique, and so is their pace. As a parent, we are the ex-

perts in understanding our child’s kindergarten readiness cues. Although screening offers some helpful insight, no one knows better than us, if and when they may be ready for Kindergarten.

Therefore, above all else, it is important to listen to your own inner-knowing voice to make this important decision with your child while knowing kindergarten round-up may arrive before their readiness.

When your child simply isn’t ready for Kindergarten, you may have more options than you realize! Some local schools offer programs referred to as Junior Kindergarten, or other similar names, that might be just the perfect fit for your little one. These quality early learning programs are designed to be a perfect transition, preparation and bridge from the home/daycare and preschool setting to the more rigorous fullday of kindergarten learning. Often a balanced combination of academic learning, socialization, exploration, play, and rest are offered in the same full-day or sometimes half-day option to prepare your child to make a smooth transition for the real deal next year. l

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Sioux Falls Christian Schools- Transitional Kindergarten (605-334-7397) Sioux Falls Catholic Schools- Preschool (605-335-6557) Brandon Valley Schools- Junior Kindergarten Fred Assam- (605-582-1500) Robert Bennis- (605-582-8080) West Central- Junior Kindergarten (605-528-3217) Tri Valley- Junior Kindergarten (605-446-3538) Tea- Junior Kindergarten (605-498-2700) Harrisburg Schools- Junior Kindergarten (605-743-2567)

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If you have a child with any kind of medical diagnosis or learning challenge, you’ve likely been introduced to the complexity of services. Knowing what’s considered a school-based service and what is a private service is confusing in itself. There are similarities and differences between the two. Here’s a brief rundown of each.

Schools serve the purpose of educating children. Sometimes, in order to benefit from education, it will be determined that the child needs additional services, such as special education, speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or some form of behavior intervention. These additional services are meant to help the child meet the educational goals in their Individualized Education Plan (IEP), or to allow the child to better participate in the classroom. The school goals often benefit the child outside of the classroom, but the school environment is of primary concern. When the services are determined necessary, they are provided and funded by the school.

Private, or medical-based therapy, addresses goals not identified by the school as necessary for learning. Under this model, a physician makes a referral based on a diagnosis, concern, or observed delay. This might be speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, psychology/counseling, or applied behavior analysis. After the referral, the need for treatment services is determined by an evaluation based on testing and observations

that takes the home, school, and community settings into account. If treatment services are deemed necessary, insurance often covers all or part of the costs.

It’s common to receive both school and private services. For example, a young child recently diagnosed with autism may attend preschool and receive special education services that target early learning skills. He or she may also get speech therapy to improve communication skills, and have a behavior intervention plan to decrease behavior that interferes with learning—such as dropping to the floor during transitions. The same child may also benefit from private services such as speech therapy to increase communication skills at home, or applied behavior analysis to address such things as toilet training, safety skills, or hitting/biting a sibling.

A comprehensive plan with both school and private therapies can help your child reach their highest potential. If you have a concern about your child’s development, talk to your pediatrician or school. l

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n Winterfest of Wheels -Cure Kids Cancer Charity Event 9:00 AM-3:00 PM Sioux Falls Arena and Convention Center $11/person, under 12 free n Kissing Booth Photo Event -Valentine sessions 12:00 PM-6:00 PM Sioux Empire Mall Varies n Family Day 1:00 PM-3:00 PM Burnside Bingo (Giving Hope Inc.) Varies n Outdoor Ice Skating 1:00 PM-8:00 PM Memorial Park $1/youth, $3/adult, $2/senior; Free Skate Rentals Monday, February 4 n n Little All Stars 9:00 AM-9:50 AM All American Gymnastics Academy $80/punchcard (10 punches)

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3:15 PM-4:00 PM Siouxland Libraries Oak View Branch n Baby-Wearing 101 Support Group 6:30 PM Educated Mommy Thursday, February 7 n Tot Time 5:30 AM-10:30 AM Midco Aquatic Center Free w/paid admission n 6th Annual In Her Shoes Empowerment Breakfast 7:30 AM-9:30 AM Sioux Falls Convention Center Varies n ZooCub Classes 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Great Plains Zoo $35/series Members, $55/series NonMembers

n Storytime 10:30 AM-11:00 AM Washington Pavilion Free w/paid admission n n Valentine Craft Time at Playgroup 10:30 AM Kuehn Community Center n Inflatables and Play Dome 11:00 AM-8:30 PM County Fair Brandon $5/child (3 hours of play) n Becoming Sherlock Holmes 7:30 PM-8:30 AM Sanford Center

n Outdoor Ice Skating 4:00 PM-8:00 PM Campus Park $1/youth, $3/adult, $2/senior; Free Skate Rentals n Pop-up Ice Rink- Sioux Falls Winter Carnival 4:00 PM-8:00 PM 8th & Railroad Center Varies n Sustainability Series 6:00 PM-7:00 PM Downtown Library n Gluten-Free Italian Cooking 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Plums Cooking $65+tax

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n Valentine’s Date Night 6:00 PM-8:00 PM Plums Cooking $90

n Wings and Waves Gala 6:00 PM-9:30 PM Sertoma Butterfly House & Aquarium $75 Saturday, February 9 n Ice Fishing 101 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Family Park n Easy Peasy Homemade Babyfood 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Sanford Mom 2 Be Center

n Creation Art Studio 2:30 PM-3:15 PM Washington Pavilion Free w/paid admission n n Create your own Valentine Box 4:00 PM-7:00 PM Museum of Visual Materials Tuesday, February 12

n Family Snow Fest-Sioux Falls Winter Carnival 10:00 AM-1:00 PM 8th & Railroad Center Varies n Infant and Child CPR Training Class 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Educated Mommy $25/person or $40/couple n Bookworms Reading Program 1:00 PM-1:30 PM Great Plains Zoo Free w/paid admission n Outdoor Ice Skating 1:00 PM-8:00 PM McKennan Park $1/youth, $3/adult, $2/senior; Free Skate Rentals n SD Symphony: Jurassic ParkIn Concert!

7:30 PM Washington Pavilion Varies Sunday, February 10 n Outdoor Ice Skating 1:00 PM-8:00 PM Frank Olson Park $1/youth, $3/adult, $2/senior; Free Skate Rentals n Lakota Language Class 2:00 PM-3:00 PM Downtown Library

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n PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure 6:00 PM Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Varies Wednesday, February 13 n Harrisburg Kindergarten Registration 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Harrisburg School District n ZooCub Classes 9:15 AM-10:00 AM Great Plains Zoo $22/series Members, $37/series Nonmembers n PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure 10:00 AM Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Varies n n ZooCub Classes 10:30 AM-11:30 AM Great Plains Zoo $29/series Members, $48/series Nonmembers n PAW Patrol Live! The Great Pirate Adventure 6:00 PM Denny Sanford PREMIER Center Varies

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n Kindergarten RegistrationSioux Falls Public School District 8:00 AM-3:00 PM Central Services

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Learn-to-Swim Keys for a Lifetime of Fun in and around Water

Water is everywhere, covering nearly ¾ of the earth’s surface. As a result, our lives constantly bring us into contact with water. The difference between a lifetime of fear or confidence in and around water is one thing – learning to swim. There are three key things needed to help your child learn to swim for a lifetime of fun in and around water.

Safe Surroundings – Safety is the underpinning for trusting someone else to teach you or your precious child to swim. It starts with what’s visible – clear water, clean pool areas, trained lifeguards and CPR certified instructors.

Classes structured for individualized attention help ensure that each person is always present and accounted for. It extends to what’s not so visible - stringent monitoring systems to continually test water quality along with advanced filtration and sanitation systems to keep the water clean while minimizing chlorine levels.

Fun Environment – The key to engaging kids in learning is fun. The opposite of fun is fear. To overcome fear, each little experience in the learn-to-swim process must be designed to be a happy moment. It starts with an inviting, warm, cheery culture and environment. It’s important to have instructors selected on their ability to relate to people, especially kids, in helping to overcome fears. It continues with water temperature. A warm, bath water like pool is an inviting pool. It helps the child feel like they are at home. Small class sizes enable more individualized attention that can be

geared to engaging each child around their specific needs as well as celebrating their success. Parents help too by continually sharing in their child’s progress and offering encouragement.

Effective Teaching – Swimming is a fundamental life skill. Learning to swim is best done with a skills-based curriculum applied in a small, step by small step progression fashion.

Instructors best equipped to teach kids how to swim are agile learners, able to quickly adopt proven methods for learning a skills-based curriculum as well as engaging kids and teaching for results. Small class sizes (generally 4:1 or less) along with individualized learning bays designed to keep kids in close proximity to their teacher go a long way in helping to enable learning and accelerate progress.

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Women and Heart Health:

Take Action Now When it came across my Facebook feed, it made me pause. A friend recently posted the following quote: “Motherhood is a choice you make everyday to put someone else’s happiness and wellbeing ahead of your own.”

The post went on to talk about the incredible sacrifices that motherhood requires – the sleepless nights, the missed workouts, the stress. What the post failed to recognize, however, is that sacrificing our own well-being for the benefit of others may very well be killing us. Literally.

Every 80 seconds a woman dies of heart disease or stroke. These women are mothers, daughters, sisters and friends who we are losing to a disease that is 80 percent preventable. Don’t think it’ll happen to you? The reality is that one in three women will die of cardiovascular disease – that’s a third of all women.

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probably should. If we don’t do it all, who will? But imagine for a moment that it was you – that you were the one in three woman. How would your family carry on without you?

Here’s the big secret: by putting your health and well-being first, you’re doing more for your family, not less.

Not only will you enjoy a healthier life today, you will also enjoy a healthier life for longer. Taking care of your heart today ensures that you’ll be able to enjoy more vitality in your later years, when your grandchildren will need you.

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The American Heart Association recommends 4 simple steps to reducing your risk for heart disease and stroke.

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1. Be Aware Know your numbers, including total cholesterol, HDL (good) cholesterol, blood pressure, blood sugar and body mass index, and talk to your doctor to lower your risks.

2. Move More Make physical activity a part of every day. Just 30 minutes of moderate physical activity, such as walking, can help reduce your risk.

3. Eat Smart Add color to your plate at every meal with fruits and vegetables, choose whole grains and lean proteins, and look for ways to reduce sodium and sugar.

4. Manage Blood Pressure If you have high blood pressure, commit to measuring it regularly and managing your blood pressure with lifestyle changes and medication, if necessary.

Find the time this February to put yourself first and make it a habit for a lifetime. Your heart will thank you. l

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How to Read Tire Sizes on a Tire Sidewall

You’ve probably noticed the numbers on the sidewall of your tires, but do you know what they mean? Knowing how to read the numbers on your tires will help you better understand if they are right for your vehicle, driving preference and road conditions.

Here are some tips for reading your tire sidewall from your neighborhood experts at Discount Tire:

P-Metric Sidewall Code (Tire Class) The first letter represents the tire class. If a tire has a “P” at the beginning of the sidewall code it tells us the tire is P-Metric, which refers to tires made to certain standards within the United States. An “LT” at the beginning means that it is a Light Truck tire, and a tire with no letters indicates a Euro-metric tire.

Section Width The three digits that immediately follow the tire class letter represent the section width in millimeters. This measurement refers to the distance between the furthest points on the tire’s two sidewalls. The larger the measurement, the wider the tire is.

Aspect Ratio After the section width, you’ll find a forward slash

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and a two-digit number. That number is the aspect ratio, which expresses the tire sidewall height as a percentage of the width. For example, a tire with an aspect ratio of 65 has a sidewall height of 65-percent of the width.

Tire Construction The letter following the aspect ratio indicates the tire construction type. The letter may be either “R” for radial tire or “D” for diagonal bias tire.

Radial tires are the most common tire type on the market today.

Wheel Diameter The final number represents the wheel diameter.

This refers to the wheel size that the tire is engineered to fit. If the wheel diameter on a tire is 16, it can only be mounted on a 16-inch wheel.

You can find the recommended tire size on your vehicle’s tire placard (usually located on the driver’s door jamb) or in your owner’s manual. l

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Why venture out on this Valentine’s Day when you have a great opportunity to have date night in? This is a perfect way to show off your culinary skills and put your kitchen appliances to use. Don’t forget to have a good understanding of how your appliances work and all their capabilities to get the most out of your time in the kitchen. Today’s appliances do more than keep things cold and heat them up. They’re equipped with technology to make cooking a breeze. To get started, try this fun appetizer!

Heart of the Sea INGREDIENTS • 1 lb medium-large shrimp,peeled and deveined • 6 tablespoons butter • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger • 4 teaspoons fresh lemon juice • 1 1⁄2 tablespoons fresh squeezed orange juice • 1⁄4 teaspoon salt • 1⁄2 teaspoon ground black pepper • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted • 1⁄3 cup strawberry jelly (may sub other jams) • 2 teaspoons raspberry vinegar • 1⁄2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce • 1 medium avocado, peeled and sliced INSTRUCTIONS 1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Slice down

back of shrimp, almost completely through with small knife. Gently spread and flatten.

2. M elt 4 tablespoons of butter. Spread in small saucepan over medium heat, then stir in ginger, citrus juices, salt and pepper. Dip each shrimp in the butter sauce and arrange shrimp cut-side up on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake 4-5 minutes or until shrimp turn pink.

3. M eanwhile, heat remaining 2 tablespoons of butter, jelly, vinegar and hot pepper sauce in 1-quart saucepan over mediumlow heat, stirring frequently, until jelly is melted. Strain, if desired.

4. A rrange shrimp in heart shapes on sliced avocado, sprinkle with sesame seeds and drizzle with sauce to serve. l

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When to Consider a

Whole House Humidifier Now that winter has officially settled in, we all begin to notice changes resulting from low humidity such as dry skin, chapped lips, static cling and little shocks every time we touch a light switch. Some homes are so dry, gaps form between floor boards, wood furniture cracks and pianos go out of tune. These are conditions that prompt some homeowners to consider some method of increasing in-home humidity.

One option is a whole house humidifier. The unit is connected to a home’s duct work and creates moist air that is blown throughout the house, thereby raising the humidity and increasing comfort.

Before moving forward with a whole house humidifier there are a few things to consider.

First, we recommend going with a steam humidifier if your home has a high efficiency furnace. They are more efficient and you get more humidity in a shorter amount of time.

Second, only run the humidifier when the furnace is running. Again, we’re talking efficiency. Also,

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given that most ductwork is in the uncontrolled portion of a house’s climate, running the humidifier when the ducts are cold increases the chance of mold growth. Run the furnace and the humidifier together and you can reasonably assume the moisture from the humidifier is being blown out by the furnace and into your home.

Every home is different, so your humidifier installation might require a unique approach, therefore it is crucial that a professional HVAC contractor be enlisted to evaluate your home, system, and best application for a whole house humidifier. l

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