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THE MIND OF MASON: LOCAL ARTIST TO SHOWCASE PIECES AT GASLIGHT FESTIVAL

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Greetings, I hope these greetings find you well and enjoying summer and all the great things happening in Jeffersontown. We continue to bring fun new events and projects to the City with the goal of building a community that reflects our motto of “Jeffersontown, the best place to live, work and play.”

This year is proving to be full of great things for the City’s community development, economic development, arts and seniors programs.

Community Development is going strong, with the recent groundbreaking ceremony of the Jeffersontown Veterans Memorial Plaza and the Tri Ân Vietnam Monument on June 19, 2017. The purpose of the new plaza and memorial wall is to create a unique space to honor and remember the men and women who have served in the United States Military and those who have given their lives while serving. Members of the military have ensured the freedoms Americans have enjoyed since our country was founded. The City of Jeffersontown has long been a supporter of military veterans and current military members, and the new military plaza continues that acknowledgement. It will serve as a permanent recognition of the significance of military service as well as provide enjoyment by the Jeffersontown community.

The new memorial includes a glass structure framed by steel and limestone that pays respect to the five branches of the military. Positioned at the eastern end of the plaza, the VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK Armed Forces Wall forms a picturesque backdrop for official CIT Y O F J E FFE R S O N T OW N, K E N T U C K Y ceremonies that are held at the military plaza, but is also designed so that it functions as a stand-alone memorial and a space of reflection during non-event times. The western side of the military plaza creates a special tree lined pedestrian

promenade or processional space for those visiting the Armed Forces Wall. The approximately 30,000 SF memorial areas includes greenspace, trees, benches, an elevated stage area, raised planters and nearly 10,500 SF of paved space within the plaza. The design utilizes steel, limestone, glass, pavers and prominent landscaping it will stand as a symbol for the strength, valor, honor and dedication of the United States Military.

We have recently announced a new all-inclusive playground that will be part to the Jeffersontown Veterans Park enhancement project. This project will enhance the park’s features and functionality for everyone who visits, with all-inclusive updated amenities, and pavilions. The playground is designed to accommodate all and designed to eliminate physical and social barriers while simulating independence, confidence, exploration and developmental skills.

We have focused on the needs of our community to create a playground that will provide the greatest development and age appropriate play experiences for individuals of all abilities, their family, and friends and in some cases, their caregivers. The importance of this addition to the Jeffersontown community are the benefits our citizens will receive. We are very excited about this project and look forward to seeing you at the official ribbon cutting event in 2018.

Thank for the opportunity to serve you and this community, it is our goal to provide Jeffersontown citizens with “the BEST place to live, work and play” community.

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Exhibit runs from September 22, 2017- June 15, 2018, Monday - Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

JEFFERSONTOWN FARMERS MARKET Saturdays: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. through October 28 August 26 Grilling with Mayor Dieruf

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We are proud to participate in the 2017 Louisville Photo Biennial, a regional festival occurring in over 60 venues throughout the Louisville, Lexington and Southern Indiana area from September 22 - November 11. Through exhibits, receptions, workshops and educational opportunities, the Biennial celebrates the medium of photography in all of its richness and variety, and its ability to touch and enrich our lives. Free Opening Event and Exhibit.

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SCHOOL DAZE WHAT SCHOOL WAS LIKE IN EARLY 1900S JEFFERSONTOWN Not only was the old schoolhouse something of an afterthought to the townspeople — sending their children to When most older residents think of school was not usually a top priority, either. their school days in Jeffersontown, fond In 1909, it was remarked that “the boys now memories spring to mind of their beloved a days go to school if they feel like it and if Jeffersontown School that once stood where they don’t they stay at home.” Most of the Tully Elementary is now located. residents were farmers, and The Jeffersonian newspaper chided parents about putting Jeffersontown had an even older graded more money and care into their horses school, however, which was located beside than their own children’s educations. A a barn and spring at the foot of Water Street proposed school tax levy in 1909 would (now College Drive). For those of you have meant that residents in Jeffersontown who may be unaware that College Drive were spending only $9.24 per child, whereas originally had another name, there was in Louisville, $25.28 was expended on each probably a good reason it was called “Water” child’s education.

Street. In the early days, when a town needed a school, typically a land owner donated At the time, school usually only lasted the worst possible piece of his property about six months out of the year. In fact, that would be unsuitable for farming but by law in 1911, country children only had good enough to build a schoolhouse. This to attend five consecutive weeks during is evidenced in the name of another early the school term. Children were expected school at the corner of Billtown Road and to help with farming, and in the winter Lover’s Lane — Swamp College. months, bad weather often caused problems Writer / Beth Wilder, Jeffersontown Historical Museum Director

with attendance. While some schools had a horse-drawn wagon for transportation of students, most children had to walk to school, and yes, it could often be a mile or more. Several older residents in town recalled cutting through fields on their way to and from school, only to end up being chased by the local bull. In 1909, the residents along Market Street (Taylorsville Road) had a concrete walk built, so the way leading to the school would be “much less objectionable than in the past.”

As harrowing as the journey to and from the schoolhouse could be, school itself was not that bad for the students. Teachers, however, had a lot more to deal with, as students and their parents could both prove rather difficult to handle at times. In 1923, when Virginia Carrithers was told by the county superintendent that he had a “very difficult assignment” for her, she broke down in tears at the news that he wanted her to teach 1st and 2nd grade at Jeffersontown. Even by

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that late date only one teacher had ever stayed more than two years and most quit after one year. Sometimes the school went through two or three teachers a year.

As early as 1908, The Jeffersonian was reporting that the condition of the Jeffersontown Public School was “deplorable,” and that “our school has never had one single child to finish the common school course.”

In defense of education at the time, however, it must be stated that far more was expected to be learned by 8th grade than is required now in many colleges. It should also be noted that while many local parents were lax about their children’s attendance, preferring to have their help with chores at home and on the farm, they still recognized the value of an education and the need for it in procuring better jobs — they just did not wish to put a lot of money, time or effort into it.

The Jeffersonian - October 24, 1912

Which leads us to a discussion of the schoolhouse itself. In 1908, The Jeffersonian remarked that “the school in Jeffersontown has long been neglected and is classed as the worst school in Jefferson county.” H.A. Hummel, chairman of the School Improvement League, noted that “the school house in Jeffersontown is a disgrace to the town, sitting down there in a hollow. It seems to me the ones who built it tried to hide it and get it as far off as possible, so they could not see it.”

In 1909, the paper stated that “we have eight churches and one ‘alleged’ school-house.” It went on further to say that “all teachers should refuse to teach in such an unsanitary rattle-trap.

Jeffersontown people ought to possess more self-respect and not tolerate such a disgraceful so-called school any longer. The location is hardly suitable for a dump, and malaria usually infests the hollow places and parents should all refuse to send their children to a school so situated.”

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In 1911, the Jefferson County Board of Health actually did condemn the school on account of its overcrowded and unsanitary nature.

Fortunately, however, around that time, there was a push by many prominent businessmen in Jeffersontown to have a new, more modern, school built. The Jefferson Heights Land Company, which was working to construct the Jefferson Heights subdivision off Taylorsville Road near Watterson Trail, offered five acres of land for a local school, if the residents would but pitch in and do their fair share toward the cost of a new building.

In 1914, the new Jeffersontown School opened at the corner of College and Galene Drives. It was designed to house students in grades 1-8, and the first floor had four rooms containing two grades each, while the basement had windows to allow natural light into the auditorium and other rooms.

In 1925, a second story was added so that grades 9-12 could also attend school locally.

By 1950, the building was bursting at the seams, so the high school students had to be sent to other schools, while the building reverted to an elementary school. It was torn down in 1978 and later replaced by Tully Elementary School.

Just after the old Jeffersontown School building was condemned in 1911, much needed repairs were made to the original school room, a second room was added and new desks were ordered. Prospects were bright as teachers Theresa McDermott and Louisa Owings signed on for another year, this time for an extended eight-month term.

The old Jeffersontown schoolhouse continued to be used until the new facility opened in 1914, but it is long gone now.

Residents no longer remember exactly where it stood or how it looked, but the ones who attended there no doubt had their own fond memories of their school days — even if they did have to walk more than a mile to school, uphill, both ways, in the snow.

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THE MIND OF MASON LOCAL ARTIST TO SHOWCASE PIECES AT GASLIGHT FESTIVAL Writer / Heather Chastain

Take a tour in the mind of Mason. Terrance Mason, local artist. A man filled with passion and artistic ingenuity.

A private man who doesn’t want to reveal too much about his personal life, Mason says his art is an expression of his individuality.

“My father drew half a Superman and challenged me to do the other side,” he recalls. “Then I got into high school and took up painting.”

Mason says art has also been therapeutic for him.

“My back injury, surgeries and treatments sidelined me from my job,” he says. “But I am not one to sit idle for long. I decided “I’ve been an artist my entire life, but I to pursue a lifelong dream, and that dream became a full-time artist in 2010 after a back was to express myself through my art injury kept me from staying in my current and to one day step out of my comfort job,” Mason says. zone and show the world. It started when I decided to give friends and family As a child, he first found his love for drawing paintings for Christmas rather than the after an exercise his dad created. typical commercial presents. My art has

been a way of helping me express what’s going on inside of me.”

His work is an eclectic group of pieces all reflecting what inspires him.

“I like to do things that are unorthodox.

I use paint sometimes, but I use fabrics, textiles, and objects, too,” he says. “I’ve found that it gets me in a creative place.

I’m not just focused on one discipline. If I had to describe my art I’d say that it is meant to incite a riot of thoughts in the viewer’s mind. I want them to want to get close, to want to touch it. If my work inspires those sorts of emotions, then I think that I have succeeded.”

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Despite being an artist, Mason says he believes he is not just an artist but a carpenter.

“Everything is built. It’s not just painting on a canvas,” Mason says.

“Yes, I’m an artist, but I also feel I’m more of a craftsman because everything is constructed.”

Mason not only works with canvas and digital pieces, but he has also been constructing furniture.

Currently, Mason is crafting his pieces inside his garage.

“I hope to one day find an actual studio space so that I can truly spread my wings and work on larger projects,” he says. “As it stands, I am just beginning my journey as an artist. I like to take commissions because when I am working with someone else I get fresh ideas and a different point of view. I find that it definitely helps to get the creative juices flowing.”

Mason also tries to use his art to give people a different perspective on life.

“What I really want to do is get into a position where I can get the next generation to think outside of the box,” he says. “I have a nephew and I always tell him the world is so much bigger than the block you live on.”

A former corrections officer, Mason says he wants to help youth see their potential and stay on the right track.

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“Things may not seem all that great, but you can find a way to make life bearable,” Mason says. “I never had children of my own. I want to be a positive male role model for young men. Whatever nugget of wisdom I can give them, I give it freely.

I try to leave them a little better than I found them.”

The artist reflects on his own personal struggles to help guide youth.

“I felt so lost after I couldn’t go back to my job,” Mason says. “I had to find something to get me centered again. Art did that. I know I may never achieve a da Vinci or Michelangelo level of success, but I can work as hard as I can.”

One piece he would like to see reach a higher potential — an 8’ painting of Muhammed Ali who is fighting Superman.

The piece was inspired by a comic book from the 1970s.

“I would love to have it displayed in the Muhammed Ali Center,” he says.

In September, Mason will display several of his pieces during the Gaslight Festival. The artist is currently working on a new series.

The series has two working titles he was not yet ready to share with the public. He says he will also bring several canvas pieces and digital pieces to display his artistic range.

Mason can also be commissioned for works.

“I just hope to meet a few good people and get my work out there,” he says.

The Gaslight Festival is slated for September 15-17. More information about where you can find Mason and his work will be available on the Jeffersontown Chamber website closer to the event.

For more information or to contact Mr. Mason regarding his art, you can visit mindofmason.com.

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M A R T H A S T E WA R T LEFT HER MARK ON MY GARDEN Writer / Carrie Petty

I stoop impatiently by the book-signing table. Waiting my turn. Loaded-down with every possible book of hers I owned. It felt surreal. I had devoured every magazine Martha Stewart had ever published, and now I was going to meet her!

This was so very long ago, but it feels like yesterday, that a woman from Connecticut would instill a deep love in me for everything gardening and entertaining.

My first garden had not even been designed, but my home would soon be my green thumb’s haven. Martha Stewart can be

blamed for my poorly manicured hands and muddy boots. But through her love of growing things grew my love of sharing ideas with you all, and helping people, ‘Grow a Beautiful Life!’

August is a great gardening month. Our farmer’s markets are full, our days are long,

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Plan an outdoor dinner party Continue to weed, feed and water Plant fall vegetables from seed H arvest herbs and hang them to dry for winter • Can some farmer’s market purchases • Treat roses for black spot • Give boxwoods and evergreens a light trim

Not only did Martha’s books teach me the art of growing fine herbs, making homemade potpourri and harvesting honey from local bees, she reaffirmed my deep love and the importance of homemaking and family traditions. Sometimes these things feel like a lost art, but with the reemergence of farm-to-table trends, Americans are gathering together like never before.

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and we still have summer nights for entertaining outdoors. Martha Stewart’s book, Entertaining with Martha, is a great reference book for setting a beautiful table outdoors and using what you have growing in the garden for a tremendous dinner party. Hosting a well-put together dinner party is something everyone should do once.

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A WARNING TO JEFFERSONTOWN RESIDENTS My 87-year-old grandfather recently received a call from his grandson, Adam.

Adam told him he had been in an accident, was in jail and would require $1,800 for bail.

The conversation was charged with emotion.

Adam was sobbing, hard to understand, but had pertinent information thatmade sense at the time.

He begged his grandfather not to tell his parents and the pressure to get the situation under control before it got worse was evident.

Grandpa spoke to a “lawyer”, received instructions to wire bail money and with heart pounding and a desire to help his grandson, he went immediately

down to the CVS to wire the money.

The “lawyer” requested grandpas cell phone number and throughout the process grandpa received three more calls, he realized in hindsight, to rush the process along.

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Fortunately, an employee at CVS stopped to help and recognized an all too familiar scene. She called the police, who in turn checked with the County jail and Double check the facts before allowing discovered Adam had not been in any accident, nor had he been in the jail for any emotions to take over. The scammer will be playing highly on emotion and amount of time. pressured time constraints.

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What started as a small operation out of Dave Andriot’s Louisville garage in 1975 has blossomed into a leading retailer and fabricator of window treatments. The family-owned Blinds Direct and Wallpaper Too was taken over by son Steve Andriot after Dave passed away last summer.

“It’s just in my blood now, I was raised on it,” Steve says.

Steve and his team at Blinds Direct pride themselves on the company’s longevity, quality Louisville-made products and employee expertise. Steve, who started working for his dad when he was just 11 years old, boasts more than 25 years of experience in the industry, and his team of six employees have comparable experience.

Their expertise in both design and craftsmanship have led to a successful business that manufactures high quality products the company truly stands behind.

“Most of our products have a lifetime guarantee,” Steve says. “We’re pretty much the only business on the planet that does that.”

In fact, Steve and his team completed a repair for wear and tear damage just a few months ago at the site of Dave’s first blinds installation. Those blinds were installed more than 40 years ago, but were still protected under the guarantee.

Blinds Direct manufactures, measures and installs window treatments for both residential customers and commercial businesses. The team has experience with new construction and remodeling projects

and are eager to tackle new projects.

“We do it all, so you don’t have to worry about it,” Steve says. “We’ll meet you at your house or business.”

The expert staff works closely with customers to turn vision into reality and can overcome even the trickiest design

challenges. They’ll bring materials and color swatches, conduct measurements and give price quotes at the project site.

Many customers will never even visit the showroom because of the convenient house calls, but the Jeffersontown showroom and factory welcomes drop-ins throughout the week.

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The showroom and factory had several locations in the Highlands/Germantown area before settling in Jeffersontown about 20 years ago. Dave was drawn to the central location and was in need of a bigger facility to support the growing business.

“Our customer base was centered more toward this area, and it was so easy to access via I-64,” says Steve, who is also a Jeffersontown resident. “We outgrew our previous location on Locust Lane, and we needed more square footage.”

Aside from providing excellent customer service, Blinds Direct still manufactures many of their products in-house.

Approximately 50 percent of all products sold are manufactured at the Jeffersontown facility. Dave and Steve even helped to pioneer innovative decorating techniques, such as mini blinds for circular windows.

Offering products at various price points, Blinds Direct has completed projects of all sizes. Steve and his team create a unique plan for each project that clearly outlines the scope, cost and timeline so there are no surprises.

Blinds Direct has products placed in homes throughout the United States, with the majority of new customers coming from referrals by happy customers. The company can help with all sorts of window treatment needs beyond blinds, including shades, draperies and plantation shutters.

“I just want to keep on doing a good job and keep making our customers happy,” Steve says.

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HOUSE OF ART Writer / Christy Heitger-Ewing

It started out as one little piece, as all collections do. At the time, Larry Shapin couldn’t even afford to buy it. Shapin was at an art show in 1972 when a piece called Frilly Lillies, by then-unknown artist Mary Ann Currier, caught his eye.

“It cost $500, and I didn’t have that kind of money so I talked the artist into taking $40 a month until I had it paid off,” Shapin says.

“Now Currier is the most famous artist in Kentucky.”

He continued supporting local, emerging talent, buying mostly contemporary art.

Twenty years later, Shapin, a real estate developer, met Ladonna Nicolas on a blind date orchestrated by mutual friends.

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Initially, they wondered if they shared any common interests.

“I was told that Larry was an expert tennis player and skier, and I don’t do either,” Nicolas says. Then she stepped inside Shapin’s house and her mouth dropped open when she spotted a bronze sculpture of a tall nude woman reclining.

“That’s me!” she said. “I’m the model who posed for this!”

Once they started dating, their art acquisition accelerated. Now their home holds 1,000 original pieces of art, representing more than 300 local artists. To fully understand the impressive collection they’ve amassed, Shapin purchased a 3,000 sq. ft. house in J-town in 1975. The pair has since added on to the original home seven times, quadrupling their space to more than 15,000 sq. ft.

“Art takes up a lot of room,” Shapin says.

Turns out, Shapin, a musician, and Nicolas, a painter and illustrator, shared a passion for art.

The pair likes to not only support local contemporary art but also arts in Louisville, such as the Kentucky College of Art and Design (KyCAD), the Louisville Visual Arts “Larry and I bumbled into each other, but Association and the Kentucky Museum of our relationship grew organically based on Art and Craft (KMAC). They meet many our love of art,” she says. “It was serendipity.” up-and-coming artists at these venues.

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Rhonda Rowland, the Jeffersontown Arts Program Manager, appreciates the affection Nicolas and Shapin show the arts community.

“Ladonna Nicolas and Larry Shapin have supported the Jeffersontown Arts Program [and] have also supported Louisville artists, Art Galleries, Actors Theatre, KY Opera, Louisville Orchestra, Louisville Ballet and more,” Rowland says. “Their support keeps our arts scene alive in the Metro.”

The dynamic duo of the art-loving world has made so many connections to emerging and enduring artists that they’re never bored because they get invited to shows, exhibits and parties every night of the week.

Larry Shapin and Ladonna Nicolas have collected more than 1,000 pieces of art.

“We love going to events and hearing the stories behind the work,” Nicolas says.

“In contemporary art, you have no idea what you’re looking at until you hear from the artist,” Shapin adds. He notes that artists draw inspiration from literally anywhere or anything.

“I’ve seen art made from oil, amber, tree sap, horse hair, bee’s wax, even K-Y Jelly,” Shapin says. “We have every type of medium represented here, including audio, video, mixed media, kaleidoscopes. I’m telling you, we have the most creative artists in the country right here in Louisville.”

A friend and photography teacher at J-town High School recently asked Ladonna and Larry if she could bring her junior and senior students on a tour of their house.

They agreed, expecting three or four students to show up. Instead a big yellow bus rolled up outside, carrying 45 eager art enthusiasts.

“It was refreshing to see their excitement and interest in the work, and they asked really good questions,” says Nicolas, herself a graduate of J-town High (’78) who hopes to plan future collaborations with the school system.

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they remain passionate about spreading the word, educating the public and championing local artists.

Jorcino, who lives in Louisville but is originally from Argentina.

“What’s so great is that artists can be as creative as they want. No one is really an expert on it and anyone can learn about it,” says Shapin, who admits that his own mom isn’t a fan of contemporary art.

“She doesn’t like anything in our house,” Nicolas says with a chuckle.

When it comes to contemporary art, it’s really a matter of taste. What one may perceive as strange another sees as stunning. Even Shapin, who clearly adores contemporary art, admits that some of it is rather odd. They have everything from dirt to driftwood, from sycamore bark to lead bullets, from sticky tree sap to leathery snake skin that has been transformed into art. They even framed the drop cloth of their artist friend Nico

“From a distance, the piece titled ‘Work’ is a gorgeous painting,” Nicolas says. “Up close, you can see where Jorcino has used it as a scratch pad to scribble down phone numbers and notes.”

The couple’s home was even graced with impromptu graffiti art when they threw a party and an anonymous artist, known only as “Brrr,” sprayed their bathroom wall (with permission). In the middle of the party, the smell of aerosol filled the house and they knew that inspiration had struck Brrr.

Though they’ve repeatedly expanded their home and even built a giant art gallery, they keep filling up each new space they create.

“We thought it would take 20 years to fill that gallery,” Shapin says. “It took two.”

They’re now thinking of erecting an art barn. They also may begin to put some items in storage and rotate the collection once or twice a year. But one thing is certain. This couple will always be surrounded by art.

“We like living with the art,” Nicolas says.

The couple has no plans to stop adding to their collection.

And with each other. Because when it comes to this passion project, they see eyeto-eye.

“We’re not going to ever say, ‘We hit our limit’ because the thing about contemporary art is that it’s always changing,” Nicolas says.

“There’s always new artists coming in.”

“Some people display nice art, but they lean towards the minimalist side,” Shapin says.

“Ladonna and I, however, have more art than we have furniture.”

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL

15 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL START

School buses rumble through our neighborhoods tracing their new routes while local merchants restock copies of our schools’ supply lists to ease our shopping efforts. These signs point to one thing — it’s time to go back to school.

It can be hard to adjust from the dog days of summer to the fast pace of the busy school year. Here are 15 tips for parents from a veteran teacher and mother of two that should help your family make a smooth transition from summer fun to meaningful learning in the classroom.

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BACK-TO-SCHOOL TIPS

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SET UP A BEDTIME AND WAKE-UP ROUTINE AT LEAST A WEEK IN ADVANCE

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PLAN HEALTHY LUNCHES AND SNACKS.

Ask for a school menu to see which days your child may have to bring a lunch. The better you plan out the meals in your home, the healthier choices you will make for your kids. Pack protein-rich lunches and snacks, balanced with fruits, vegetables and other wholesome items. This ensures that your children will have the energy and brainpower to make it through their school days. I’ve seen the difference in my students during class — those who had a good lunch seem able to track more easily with the lesson while others struggle to stay awake and focused.

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MAKE SURE YOUR CHILDREN ARE ON TIME EACH DAY TO SCHOOL

Arriving to school tardy is never a good way to start the day. When kids are late for school, they miss valuable instructional time. Every minute counts! Set your own alarm early enough to be up and able to keep things moving in the morning.

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OBTAIN SCHOOL SUPPLY LISTS AND PURCHASE ITEMS

Purchase school supplies, books and technology well in advance to avoid meltdowns on the first day.

Inventory last year’s school supplies before going out to buy more.

Include your kids in back-to-school shopping by allowing them to pick out their own items. Organize and label the items with their names as much as possible — I promise you this helps both the children and their teachers.

During the school year, have your kids pack their backpacks right after homework is complete. Packed lunches can be prepared while dinner is made. Encourage your kids to lay out their school clothes before taking their evening shower or bath. To make sure your children eat a healthy breakfast, stock the fridge and pantry with options that capable kids can prepare for themselves. As children grow older, have them set their own alarm and wake up early for that week before school and beyond.

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Inventory your kids’ wardrobes and donate things they’ve outgrown, as kids tend to grow over the summer, what fit at the end of last year may not be suitable this year. From there, decide what items you may need before school begins. Try to complete the shopping before school starts so your children have a selection.

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DESIGNATE A QUIET AREA IN YOUR HOME FOR HOMEWORK

SET REALISTIC GOALS FOR THE SCHOOL YEAR

DISCUSS YOUR EXPECTATIONS ABOUT SCHOOL WITH YOUR CHILDREN

Your children also have a responsibility in obtaining their education. Encourage your children to do their best in academics and behavior. Maintain a positive attitude when speaking about school.

This area can also be used for storage of backpacks and instruments. Try to keep this area functional and free of clutter so your children can quickly find what they need. Remove any electronics that could prove to be a distraction.

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Sit down with your children and have them write academic goals which are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and timely (SMART). As the school year begins, reward your kids after successful completion of these goals.

Refresh your rules about screen time for the school year. What’s allowed and when? If you don’t set and enforce definite parameters before that first day of school, you’ll struggle to get your children’s attention and will likely find an argument when you tell them it’s time to turn them off.

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Take a few minutes to ask your kids what they are most looking forward to during the school year and what things may be worrying them. By giving them a forum to express their concerns, you can help them work through any worries and clear up any issues that could lead to a bumpy start to the year.

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HAVE YOUR CHILDREN KEEP A DAILY AGENDA FOR ASSIGNMENTS

Your children will more likely remember to bring needed materials home if they track assignments in each subject area throughout the day.

As a parent, I know what it’s like for a child to remember an assignment at 8:00 in the evening only to realize the materials she needs are in her locker at school.

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Your children will more likely remember to bring needed materials home if they track assignments in each subject area throughout the day.

As a parent, I know what it’s like for a child to remember an assignment at 8:00 in the evening only to realize the materials she needs are in her locker at school.

Children don’t always understand how to break up larger projects into smaller tasks. An adult can help them develop this valuable life skill, so I urge parents to introduce and reinforce the process with their children to avoid procrastination.

Neither you nor your children need to feel overwhelmed.

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AHEAD OF HIS TIME FAMOUS JEFFERSONTOWN DOCTOR PIONEERED PRACTICAL MEDICINES AND SURGERIES

Writer / Beth Wilder, Jeffersontown Historical Museum Director

William Bryan (1791-1871) was born in Halifax County, Virginia, and moved with his family to Bloomfield, Kentucky, when he was about five years old. William studied medicine while he was in Bloomfield, and he eventually married a young lady there named Margaret Duncan. The couple moved to Jeffersontown in 1819, and Dr. Bryan set up their home and his medical practice in a two-story log cabin to the right of John Leatherman’s blacksmith shop (the two-story log cabin at 10531 Watterson Trail) on the town square.

Unfortunately, there was a cholera epidemic in 1834, and Margaret passed away, along with their young son, Willian Henry. Actually, two sons may have been lost. Family history notes one son for certain, but there were rumors that a baby also died. Indeed, in the German Reformed Presbyterian Cemetery to the left of Thoroughbred Hall on Watterson Trail, there are three stone boxes: one is definitely Margaret’s resting place, and the ones on either side of hers are likely both her children.

in water, although Dr. Bryan suspected that tainted water could have been the cause of the outbreak, so he determined to move to a place where the water would be cleaner and safer. In 1832, he purchased 324 acres in the Six Mile Lane area from pioneer John L. Hite. Between 1847 and 1849, he built a house there he named “Beechland,” and he moved in with his second wife, Ann Eliza Hikes, and their children. The property would be acquired and dubbed “Spring Lake Farm” more than 125 years later by Jack Durrett, who was responsible for constructing the J-town Shopping Center Doctors would not learn until the late 1800s and accompanying subdivision behind it in that cholera was caused by bacteria carried the 1960s.

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The glasses and case are on display at the Jeffersontown Historical museum.

Aside from working in the medical profession, Dr. Bryan was also active in civic affairs. He served as chairman of the town trustees in 1822, trustee of the Jeffersontown School in 1831 (he was among those who purchased land for the first public school in Jeffersontown) and trustee of Jefferson College in 1860.

Dr. Bryan was quite ahead of his time as far as medicine was concerned. Almost 100 years before penicillin was invented, he used wheat mold to cure people in the same way.

One of his patients had fallen off a wagon and suffered a severe head injury.

Dr. Bryan surgically fixed the hole in the man’s head by inserting a silver plate.

Dr. Bryan never received the $25 fee he asked for the procedure, as the man stated that was “just too much money.”

That did not stop Dr. Bryan, though.

He continued to practice medicine, making his rounds on horseback until his death in 1871. A pair of his reading glasses and their case is on exhibit at the Jeffersontown Historical Museum, along with many artifacts from his descendants, as well as other pioneer families in Jeffersontown.

The Museum is located in the back of the Jeffersontown Branch Library at 10635 Watterson Trail.

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