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Inside t his issue:
Connecting: A note from the editor
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Mom’s Big Day! Mother’s Day Celebration Ideas
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FEATURE A TEACHER: Hyde International Studies and Communications Magnet Teacher Kenzie Kekler inspires students and parents
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Budget-Friendly Road Trip Tips
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Bringing Home Puppy
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Learning: From the District News and information from our partners at Wichita Public Schools
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Connecting Another school year is quickly winding down and summer plans are quickly building up.
a note from the editor
May is a month that tends to speed by with celebrations of new beginnings and exciting finales. Kids who were once babies are suddenly ending their high school careers and making plans for adulthood. That sounds dramatic, right? But it really does seem to happen in no time at all.
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My oldest turns nine years old this month. That is really old in my world. First he was just a toddler, the only little guy in our household. Soon he had a sweet little sister, not long after that we added yet another little sister to his once-quiet life. My sweet boy had it all to himself for such a short time. He entered our world on Mother’s Day 2003 and changed our lives forever. He is a tender-hearted, sensitive, goofy, complicated, deep-thinking boy who is figuring out the world around him. He is a protective, thoughtful, caring big brother who, admittedly, also is often annoyed by his loving sisters. It wasn’t long ago that our little household revolved around naptime. Now it’s been a couple years since we even had an afternoon nap. It’s unreal how quickly things around us change. As the season changes, take time to enjoy each stage of your child’s life because before you know it, they’re all grown up! Wishing a Happy Mother’s Day to all of you moms out there!
Jessica Lindsey Editor-in-Chief
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Mother’s Day:
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other's Day is considered more of a private ritual between the missus and the kids by most dads: it slips by and they barely notice it. Moms deserve better, and there are things that only a dad can do to make Mother's Day memorable for the whole family. One of those things is to help the kids make and/or purchase a great gift for mom. Even if your kids have saved up their weekly allowances, they are going to need your help to make the right purchase. And who's going to help them "Photoshop" that really special hand-made card? Good old dad! In the United States, Mother's Day is celebrated on the second Sunday of May each year. This year it's May 11so you better red letter that date into your planner.
by Paul Banas • If you're the forgetful type, order flowers now. It's easy to forget or run out of time, especially on a Sunday morning when florists will be closed. There is absolutely nothing wrong with getting flowers a day early if it's easier for you. • And, if your own mom or mother-in-law will be part of the days festivities, don't forget her! Mothers Day reminds dads that parenthood cannot be taken for granted and that life gives us an opportunity to celebrate it everyday and make it extraordinary. Paul Banas is an expert author in parenting and pregnancy related issues. Article Source: http://www.articlerich.com
Starting early • Spin it. Make a good beginning by creating excitement and anticipation for Mother's Day two or three weeks in advance. • Get the kids involved. An easy thing to do is to tape a long piece of paper to the wall, write Happy Mother's Day in big letters with a magic marker and then ask the kids to color it in. Even 3-4- year olds can make a pretty impressive sign this way and it gives them something to do while you read the newspaper. • Mum's the word. Arrange for a secret party or take the initiative to reserve a restaurant for mom and the kids. More than just a break from routine, mom will appreciate that you organized it. www.WichitaFamily.com |
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n her sixth year as a teacher, Kenzie Keckler has created a dynamic and deliberate teaching style that is leaving a long line of satisfied students, parents and colleagues singing her praises.
“When I see my son jump out of the car and RUN in each day to school it makes me so appreciative of (Ms. Keckler) and all the things she has done,” said Tabitha Hounschell, one of multiple readers who nominated Keckler for this feature. “She’s not only amazing at teaching, but being able to help my child learn things that will help him his whole life. She has truly made a difference in my child’s life and has helped him come out of his shy personality with confidence; confidence in everything from school work and shyness to dealing with friends and problems.”
Kenzie Kekler
Elementary School Teacher Hyde International Studies and Communications Magnet
A product of USD 259 schools herself, after graduating from Wichita State University, she went right back into the school district that she knew and loved. She taught first at Minneha Core Knowledge Elementary. Then, when a position became available at Hyde International Studies and Communication Magnet Elementary close to home, she jumped on the opportunity. Keckler currently teaches first grade, though she has spent time in various grade levels at Hyde. No matter what grade she’s teaching, there’s one thing that you’ll always find in her classroom: excitement. If she can be excited about the topic and method of teaching it, then the kids will be as well. “One thing that’s probably different about me is a lot of classrooms are really quiet, mine isn’t,” said Keckler. “My philosophy about teaching is that when kids are having fun and are happy, they feel comfortable. Many of our projects are hands on. When you come into my classroom it’s like organized chaos, we’re up doing stuff all the time. I’m not the teacher who makes you sit in your chair the whole day. [Students] are there to learn, but it needs to be fun.” Joy Marlin, who nominated Keckler, describes Keckler as a world-class educator. “One step into her classroom, and you’ll find creativity, stimulation and joy in every inch,” said Marlin. “Every moment in her classroom is a combination of academic learning and character education. I have been nearly moved to tears watching her instruction.”
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Keckler, a self-described “go-with-the-flow type of person,” will toss in days like, “wear as much green as you can tomorrow,” to mix it up and give the students something more to have fun with. Keckler said that she understands her strengths and uses those to her advantage. “When I have been in her classroom it amazes me how her bubbly personality is contagious to everyone,” said Hounschell. “Everyone is so happy in there.” While fun and games are a commonality in her classroom, Keckler is also making a big impact beyond the classroom. “Ms. Keckler is an architect of our future; shaping our future leaders, healers and protectors, and because of educators like her, we can all have great hope,” said Marlin. “She inspires her students to advance beyond what everyone else knew was possible. She understands every single student to his or her core; she knows their gifts and lights the way for their possibility.”
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On road trips, most people grab a few snacks every time they stop for gas. Over time, those candy bars and sodas can really add up. A family of four can easily spend $15.00 for drinks and snacks at just one stop. "One easy way to lower the cost of your trip is to pack your own food. Pack a cooler full of bread, peanut butter, string cheese, water, juice and plenty of fruit. You'll be less likely to splurge while filling up the tank, make healthier choices, and save a bundle over all," says Torabi.
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News and information from our partners at Wichita Public Schools From left, Hadley principal Charles Wakefield, Ashley Placke, National Contractors; Martin Hanney, Hanney & Associates Architecture; students Emon Tehrani, Kayla Warren and Vance Edwards, Superintendent John Allison and BOE member Lanora Nolan cut the ribbon in front of the school’s new gym.
Hadley celebrates its bond project completion
Hadley Middle School celebrated the end of their bond issue construction project on April 12. The school hosted a picnic in their new cafeteria and an open house to show off the school’s improvements and to thank visitors for supporting the bond issue. The students saw their new gym for the first time after a ribboncutting ceremony in front of the gym’s doors.
The school’s honor choir, jazz band and honor orchestra performed for guests in the new cafeteria. Students led visitors on tours of the school’s improvements. The new gym was filled with fun hands-on academic activities for students and each student took home a free book.
new cafeteria and commons area and a new main gymnasium which also serves as a storm shelter. The school’s auditorium and old gym, which is now a practice gym, received major renovations as well. A new 8-lane allweather track was installed last year.
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McLean students have a P.E. lesson at Heights Kindergarten students at McLean Science and Technology Magnet and students at Heights High School got to play together for fun and fitness. The kindergarten students came to Heights to participate in different P.E. activities like jumping rope and tag. Todd Junker, P.E. teacher at McLean, and Candace Stuchlik, P.E. teacher at Heights, have paired the two groups for activities for the past several years. In the past, the Heights students visited McLean. This was the first year that the kindergarteners visited the high school. “It’s a great way for our students to have fun with older students,” said Junker. “The kindergarten students treat the high 12 | Wichita Family
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schoolers as their best friend and the Heights students enjoy being looked up to.”
“It’s hard to tell who’s having more fun – the big kids or the little kids,” he added.
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