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in every issue4 Welcome

10 Kara’s Kreative

17 Calendar of Events29 Menu Planning

38 Business Directory

10 Tie Dye Heart Pillowcase

A Valentine’s Day craft for you and your kids.

8 Teacher of the Year 2013

Read Macy’s nomination and meet Mrs. Kirton, an extraordi-nary 5th Grade teacher.

9 Learning Disabilities in Children

Struggling in school may signal a learning disability.

23 Creating Effective Study Habits in a Digital World

9 tips to help you manage and limit your children’s digital distractions.

33 Does My Child Need Tutoring?

How to help and what to look for in a tutoring program.

28 Six Tips to Control Your Children’s Internet Access

How to monitor and keep your children safe online.

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Life brings obstacles. USAA brings advice.At USAA, we know military life is different. We’ve been there. So for current and former military servicemembers and their families, we offer free financial advice geared to the realities of your life.

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26 Make a Difference in Your Child’s Education

Learn how to get involved in the PTO and run for School Board.

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Shannon RookMeet Shannon Rook, Mrs. South Dakota International, and her sons, Gavin and Gabe.

35 What Happened to Spelling?

Sioux Falls Public Schools’ innovative approach to teaching spelling.

baby6 Top Teething Toys 4 toys to soothe your baby.

6 5 Tips for Cavity Prevention

Pay special attention to you child’s teeth for Children’s Dental Health month.

11 Parent/Teacher Conferences

Advice from local educators on how to prepare and what to expect.

25 Affordable Date Night Ideas

Spend time with your Valentine on a budget.

UPCOMING ‘HOOD EVENTS

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Contributing WritersJudy Francis

Dr. Laura A. Aeschlimann Ashley Sandborn Shaina Herrmann Richard E. Bavaria Dee Di Memmo

Ashley Thompson Stephanie Spaan

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Creative Ideas DirectorKara Weber

WebsiteConnie Miles

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Photos from ‘Hood Family Night at the Sioux Falls Skyforce Game, December 7th.

Coming next month: Even though it may seem early, March is the perfect time to look ahead to your children’s summer activities. Hood will be your go-to resource, including a Summer Camps Directory to help you find what you are looking for. Many camps open their registration early, and spots fill up quickly! Tell us about your Summer Camp resources and experiences on our Facebook page. We’d love to hear from you!

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2) Allow your kids sweet treats and sugary bever-ages during or immediately following mealtime, when sali-vary flow is increased to help protect their teeth from the sugar.

3) For between meal snacks, offer healthy alternatives such as fresh fruit, vegetables, cheeses, and nuts.

4) Assist your child with brushing their teeth from when the very first tooth comes in until your child is around age 6 or 7. When they become school-aged, continue to monitor how well they brush on their own. Brush at least twice daily, includ-ing before bed.

5) Schedule a dental ap-pointment with a pediatric dentist around your child’s first birthday. n

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Teething can be a stressful time for both babies and their parents. Here are some great products that can help to soothe a fussing baby!

Sophie the GiraffeSophie is a great sen-sory toy. Sophie’s body is flexible and easy to hold. There are also many parts for baby to chew (ears, horns, legs) that make this toy a great teether. The rubber is made of 100% natural materials and food paints.

ZoLi Gummy SticksThese bright colored teething sticks are a teething solution! They feature a soft and durable tip to soothe baby’s sore gums and are easy to hold and handle with an anti-choke shield. They are BPA and Phthalate free.

RaZ-Berry TeetherShaped like a pacifier, the RaZ-Berry Teether features a bumpy tex-ture to help soothe baby’s gums. The stimulating Mulit-Texture can be frozen for extra soothing comfort. They are BPA free.

MAM Mini Cooler & ClipThis extra lightweight teether features a unique shape designed with baby’s mouth in mind. The V shape to the teether helps to easily reach molars and the texture on the ends helps to soothe aching gums. The curved holding ring is easy to grip and comes with a clip so that the teether doesn’t go missing. This teether is BPA, Phthalate, PVC, and Lead free. n

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child‘Hood Magazine is proud to announce

the 2013 Teacher of the Year is

Mrs. Kirton a 5th grade teacher from

Harrisburg Journey Elementary

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Why My Teacher is the Best: I knew my teacher (Mrs. Kirton) was the best the f irst time I saw her and that was on the day of open house. The day of open house I walked to my classroom and right when I stepped in the door she welcomed me and asked what my name was. She gave me a big hug and showed me the classroom. She had the room decorated with all sorts of fun things. On the f irst day of school she tried to memorize our names. I have to give her credit because she got everyone but two on the second day of school. A while into the school year she tried to turn on the Interwrite board but she didn’t know how so we, as in my class, showed her how. She was learning and so where we. Mrs. Kirton doesn’t make us read out of our textbooks; she lets us do active things so we remember what we learn. She also lets us draw and label what we are learning because she says that we are good artists. She is the best because she is not afraid to stand on chairs and rap. One time we were doing a pronouns worksheet and she took two chairs and put them togeth-er and stood on them and looked off the worksheet to f ind things to rap about. She had an AMAZING rap. I used to only like the f irst day of school and the last day of school but now I look forward to every day so I can see her come up with creative ways to teach us. Child’s Name: Macy R.Age: 10 Grade: 5th

Other Outstanding Teachers:Susan Wick, 2nd Grade, Harvey Dunn Elementary Nominated by Mickila D., age 7Ross Kruse, 5th Grade, Holy Spirit Catholic School Nominated by Mateo S., age 11Peg Reiter, 4th Grade, Fred Assam Elementary Nominated by Dominick J., age 9Jenny Kurtz, 2nd Grade Deaf Ed., Baltic Public Elementary Nominated by Matt F., age 8Amanda Smith, 1st Grade, Jefferson Elementary Nominated by Scott H., age 6Joe Klumper, 6th Grade, Patrick Henry Middle School Nominated by Gracee W., age 11


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There can be a variety of reasons behind a child having trouble in school; however, one of the most common reasons is a learning disability. In fact, as many as one out of every five people in the United States has a learning disability, and almost 3 million children have some form of one. Learning disability is a general term that describes specific kinds of learning problems. A learning disability can cause a person to have trouble using certain skills and/or learning. The skills most often affected are: listening, writing, reading, math, reasoning and speaking. ADHD can also be considered a type of learning disability.

Common signs and symptoms of a learning disability: • Poor grades• Frustration with school work• Difficulty completing work or keeping up with

classmates • Behavior issues • Trouble following directions

Christiane Maroun, MD, is board certified in pediatrics and practices at Avera Medical Group McGreevy 7th Avenue. “If parents suspect their child has a learning disability, they should ask their child’s school to conduct

a full evaluation, including psychological (IQ) and aca-demic testing,” she says. “Observation of the child in the classroom and parents and teachers’ questionnaires (Connors, etc.) or psychological computerized attention testing may also help to determine other concerns, like attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety or depression. If the parents are concerned about attention issues, poor sleep patterns or depression/anxiety, they should talk to their child’s physician.”

The most common treatment for learning disabilities is special education. Furthermore, children with learn-ing disabilities will usually qualify for additional help at school through an individualized educational plan (IEP) with more one-on-one help in areas of need. Children with ADHD will sometimes benefit from medications that are typically prescribed by their pediatrician. n

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by Ashley Sandborn, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center

‘hood shouldpIf you’re worried your child may have a learning disability, consult with your physician or pediatrician, and share your concerns with your child’s teacher.

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by Kara Weber, Creative Ideas Director

Did you know you can tie dye different shapes? Well you can, and here is how.

What we used for this project:100% cotton pillowcase washed and dried on hot and high settingsHeart pattern shape and pencilSewing Needle Wax Dental flossThick rubber band or multiple thin onessei Tumble Dye Tie Dye Kit (Hobby Lobby)Permanent Sharpie Marker

What to do: Take your pre-washed and dried pillowcase and trace or draw a heart onto it in pencil.

Take your sewing needle and thread it with wax dental floss. Use a running stitch to stitch around the traced heart shape just outside the pencil line. Be sure to leave a 3 inch tail at the start; you will need it later. Once you have stitched all the way around your heart shape, pull the two ends of the thread tight, creating a pouch shape. Tie the two ends of the floss together to secure it in place.

Place your rubber band just below this gathered, tied line. We used a thicker rubber band.

The “sei Tumble Dye Kit” is a spray on color kit. We sprayed our heart shape red and sprayed other colors around the heart below our rubber band. Let air dry.

Remove rubber band and dental floss to see your heart shape. Let air dry completely. Add your “Valentine” saying with permanent marker. Then toss the pillowcase in the dryer on high to seal in the dye.


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High School Social Studies Teacher, Anna Kooistra, with her husband Stacy and children Isabel (11) and Oscar (9). family

Anna Kooistra High School Social Studies TeacherLutheran High School of Sioux Falls

How do teachers prepare for conferences? What do teachers typi-cally expect from parents? I gear my conferences around commendations and recommendations based on students’ strengths and challenges in content as well as classroom behavior. In other words, I always share some areas in which students are doing well and, if necessary, give recom-mendations for how they might improve in the areas in which they are struggling. I also like to have some samples of student work to show parents. I expect parents to

give suggestions on how I can better help and empower their student because, in my mind, parents are the experts at how their student best learns and thrives.What are the best practices for par-ents to keep in mind when contacting teachers? I think the best way to communicate with teachers is to try to meet face-to-face. If that isn’t possible, a phone call is often preferable to email, as it’s easier to commu-nicate more clearly in person rather than in writing. Having a “we’re on the same team” mentality helps keep the communication positive and productive. Since conference time is so limited it’s always a good idea to check in now and then, especially if there are ongoing concerns.

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Parent/teacher conferences can be a stressful time for students, teachers, and parents alike. We asked local educators about how parents can prepare and what to expect dur-ing a typical conference. Use their advice to communicate effectively with your child’s teacher and express any concerns in the appropriate way – at conferences, or any time.

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How can parents best prepare for and

make the most of their conference time?

Parents need to be prompt and “on time” for

their conference. They should prepare a few

important questions to ask the teacher. If the

set conference time does not allow for enough

time to discuss, arrange for an additional

conference on another day/time. Be respectful

of time and other parents.

How can parents most effectively ex-

press their questions and concerns, and

how can these concerns be addressed?

Some parents have very specific questions that

they can email to a teacher prior to conference

time. That way, the teacher can be prepared

with answers and documentation to those

questions. If a parent or teacher knows that a

conference time will not be adequate time to

meet, a separate conference can be scheduled

in which the principal can attend and/or facili-

tate if need be.

Susan Foster, Principal

Fred Assam Elementary

How do teachers prepare for conferences? What do teachers typically expect from parents? Teachers prepare for conferences first by sending out an early invite in which parents tell us what time of the day would work the best for them. After the invites are returned, teachers get together to coordinate the times for siblings, ten minutes for each student with enough time between conferences for parents to get to other parts of the building. From there each teacher sits down to plan each student’s conference. Notes and documentation on each of the students (both writ-ten and mental) have been taken throughout the school year, so for conferences we plan questions to ask, points to make, and suggestions to offer. We also get ready samples of students’ work to display in the hallways for parents to look at while they are waiting for their child’s conference. We expect parents to come to conferences with any

questions or concerns they may have about their child.

How can parents most effectively express their concerns, and how can these concerns be addressed? Parents and teachers all want what is best for the kids so it is important that when either has any concerns they contact each other. The more contact between them the better the children will perform in school. Parents need to be advocates for their child. If something isn’t going well or their child needs something they need to let the teacher know. Parents do not need to wait for conferences in order to be heard.

What can parents expect from their child’s teacher during a scheduled conference? The teacher’s role during conferences can be differ-ent depending on the type of conference being held. For the spring conference, we have student-led

Peg Reiter 4th GradeFred Assam Elementary

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Rev. Howard Shane Interim PrincipalLutheran High School of Sioux Falls

How can parents best prepare for and make the most of their conference time? Parents can make the most of their conferences by coming prepared with a list of questions and concerns. Otherwise, they will leave the conference and remember afterwards that they failed to ask about something or mention a concern to the teacher.How can parents most effectively express their questions and concerns, and how can these concerns be addressed? The best way for a parent to express concerns is to try to be objective. They also need to see the teach-er as a partner in their student’s learning experience. Statements need to be made with that thought in mind. The teacher really does want each student to succeed in the class. In order for that to happen, the parent needs to be open and share extenuating circumstances that may be affecting the student’s ability to focus, apply, and learn the concepts being presented in the classroom.

What can parents expect from their child’s teacher during a scheduled conference? Parents can expect the teacher to be open to suggestions that will enhance the learning of the student. If there is, for instance, a proven learning style that works better with the student, the parents can expect that the teacher will find this knowledge invaluable for the student’s progress in the class-room. They also can expect that the teacher might offer suggestions for parent participation at home in assisting the student to learn and complete assign-ments in a timely fashion.

What are the best practices for parents

to keep in mind when contacting teach-

ers? Email is great - when asking for informa-

tion or basic questions. Email can cause mis-

communication or false perception at times.

A phone call or face-to-face meeting is better

- when a specific concern or issue has come

up. Parents are always welcome to request a

meeting time with a teacher. A pre-scheduled

meeting allows everyone involved to have the

necessary information/documentation avail-

able. If a parent does not feel that a teacher

has listened to their concern and/or satisfied

their questions, a meeting may be scheduled

with the principal.

With any of the above options, a respectful

conversation is so important. It’s all about

what’s best for a child. This is the time to share

all important information in a positive manner

and find room for compromise if needed.

Susan Foster, Principal

Fred Assam Elementary

conferences. During this conference the teach-er’s role is to facilitate but to let the student lead the conference.

What are the best practices for parents to keep in mind when contacting teachers? It is important that parents don’t wait until there is a problem to get in touch with their child’s teacher. If a parent calls during the school day chances are the teacher won’t be free to come to the phone, so parents may have to wait until the end of the school day for their call to be returned. If possible, parents should leave a message telling whose parent they are and as much detail as they feel comfortable sharing. Email is a very quick and easy way to get in touch with a teacher and also helps avoid phone tag. Shorter communication, such as in the area of homework or reminders is possible using the student planners.

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How can parents best prepare for and

make the most of their conference time?

Not only is it important for teachers to be

prepared for conference time, but it is equally

important for parents to come prepared and be

willing to be fully present during those twenty

minutes of time together with their teacher. I

have seen parents bring younger, toddler-aged

children with them to conferences, which makes

it extremely hard to fully focus on the confer-

ence (for not only the parent who is trying to

entertain the child, but also for the teacher who

is watching that toddler roam around the room).

Taking the time to arrange childcare for your

children on conference night, much like you

would do for a date night, is crucial.

How can parents most effectively express

their questions and concerns, and how

can these concerns be addressed? Be-

ing honest and upfront with any questions or

concerns is always the most important reminder

when addressing anyone, including your child’s

teacher. Being an active and open-minded

listener is just as crucial. Much like the advice

you often read about being prepared for your

yearly physical with your doctor, do not hesitate

to ask questions that you might be concerned

about, or embarrassed to ask. But, remember

that it is just as important to be open to hearing

the answer to the question.

What are the best practices for parents to

keep in mind when contacting teachers?

Keep in mind your expectations for when you

are contacting other professionals that you work

with, such as your child’s doctor, your attorney,

or your accountant. Email is often the best

mode of communication, but it is important to

remember that during the day it is very difficult

for teachers to respond thoughtfully. Often

times at 4:00 p.m., I have over two dozen emails

that I haven’t had a chance to open. Don’t be

upset if your child’s teacher takes 12-24 hours to

respond. Most of those tasks tend to happen af-

ter the school day has ended. If your message is

urgent, such as letting your child know that they

need to ride the bus home versus being picked

up, it is smart not only to email your teacher, but

to call the office. I also find that communicating

the old fashioned way, such as using the tele-

phone, is always a tried and true way of effective

communication. Sending a note to school, or

prearranging a call, is always best.

Kristen Peterson 3rd GradeTea Intermediate

Kristen’s family includes husband, Mitch,

and daughter, Molly Kate (22 months)

How do teachers prepare for conferenc-es? What do teachers typically expect from parents? Teachers gather student data including writing samples, worksheets, drawings, test scores and grades to present to parents. Teachers appreciate parent input regarding a student’s attitude toward school & learning, relationships with peers & siblings, interests/hobbies, and any personal dynamics that may influence school success. Knowledge of any special medical, social or academic needs should be explained to the teacher.

How can parents most effectively ex-press their questions and concerns, and how can these concerns be addressed? Prior to the scheduled conference, parents should discuss and write down what top-ics they wish to discuss with the teacher. Concerns are best expressed in a positive, non-blaming way. Teachers want to know par-ent concerns and are very willing to partner in finding solutions.


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What can parents expect from their child’s teacher during a scheduled conference? Parents can expect that the teacher will pres-ent student strengths and accomplishments to date, allow time for parental input, express any academic or behavioral concerns that he or she may have and finally recommend interventions that increase student success.

John Bradbury Counselor/Family LiaisonSioux Falls Catholic Schools

How do teachers prepare for conferences? What do teachers typically expect from parents? At CCHS, teachers prepare for confer-ences for students in special education. All of our students are in an Individualized Education Plan (IEP). Teachers update students’ progress within all IEP objectives, including where they’re at and their current percentage level. If a student is struggling with a particular skill, the teacher does an analysis to determine how to fix the issue and the appropriate interventions go-ing forward. Teachers examine the activities a student is involved in during the school day, such as music, PE, and computer class, and provide some updated information on how they’re performing in those classes. They also take a look at the student’s socialization and how the child is doing in that context. Teachers expect parents to come with any questions they have related to their student’s progress, any concerns they have about their student’s programming, and the triumphs they’ve experienced that could assist with enhancing the student’s educational program.

How can parents best prepare for and make the most of their conference time? Parents should bring a list of everything that they want to discuss and, if possible, provide a copy of that

list to the teacher prior to the conference. With advance notice, the teacher can gather the nec-essary information prior to the meeting. Parents should be cognizant of their scheduled time because a teacher often has another conference scheduled shortly afterwards. If parents want a longer conference or double conference time, they should make their preference known when scheduling the conference time. It’s best if par-ents do not bring small children who may throw a tantrum or get into the desks and distract the parent and the teacher from the conference. It’s also a good idea not to bring an older brother or sister who might tease the student about the conference later.

What are the best practices for parents to keep in mind when contacting teachers? Try to contact teachers before or after school rather than while they are physically teaching a class. Understand that teachers will work very hard to get back to a parent immediately, but there are situations in which the teacher might not return a message until the next day. Be aware of time constraints as well. Teachers only have a set amount of time to prepare for all of their students and plan the entire school day.

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How do teachers prepare for conferences? We begin by sending a note home to parents ask-ing for their first three choices of when to meet: early in the morning, afternoon, or evening. As a staff we work together to try to meet those requests. We meet with all the teachers and schedule conferences together so that parents who have more than one child at our school have their conferences back to back. After we have set the times for each of our students’ conferences, we send out invitations requesting parents to verify that they will be able to make the confer-ence and to write down any topics they would like to discuss. Next, I review each student’s work, assessment results, and anecdotal notes. While

I prepare my thoughts and materials, I also send out reminders to parents and create a welcoming environment for the conference.How can parents best prepare for and make the most of their conference time? Parent-teacher conferences are often one of the only opportunities parents get to meet with their child’s teacher one-on-one. One way for parents to prepare for conferences is to talk to their child. Find out what he is doing in class. What are his fa-vorite and least favorite subjects? Find out if there is anything that your child would like you to ask the teacher. Next, prepare a list of questions that you would like answered. For example: Is my child meeting expectations for learning and behavior? How does my child compare to others in basic skills? Does my child follow school rules or does he/she exhibit any behavior problems? What can be done at home to help my child? Are there any materials or resources you would recommend?

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Preschool Elementary Middle School All Age GroupsFriday, Feb 1

10am-12pm..........................................................................................................Weekday Morning Play Group at Morningside

5pm-8pm.........................................................................................................................Free First Friday, Washington Pavilion

7pm-10pm...........................................................Kids Night Out, Star Performance Complex, $15/child (preregistration required)

7:3pm-8:30pm..........................................................................................................................Cat in the Hat, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, Feb 2

9am-12pm.........................................................................................Kids Workshop: Build a Valentine Card Holder, Home Depot

10am-12pm...................................Spectacular Saturdays: Acting Up: The Cat in the Hat, ages 6-7, $8 (preregistration required)

10am-12pm.......Spectacular Saturdays: Amazing Architecture, Washington Pavilion, ages 11-13, $8 (preregistration required)

10am-12pm...................Spectacular Saturdays: Explosive Science, Washington Pavilion, ages 8-10, $8 (preregistration required)

10:15am-11am.....................................................................................Storytime: The Stories of Dr Seuss, Washington Pavilion

10:30am-11:1am..................Stage Adventure Workshops: Theater Games, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 1-2, $20 to preregister

11am-12pm...................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Acting I, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

11:15am-12pm......................Stage Adventure Workshops: I Got To Dance, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 1-2, $20 to preregister

1pm-2pm.......................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Acting I, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

1pm-2pm.......................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Improv, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

2pm-3pm.......Stage Adventure Workshops: Creating A Scene-Playwriting, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister


4pm-5pm.....................Stage Adventure Workshops: Costume Creations, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister

Monday, Feb 4

9am-4pm............................................................................................................Kids Craft Room, Museum of Visual Materials

10am-12pm.........................................................................................................Weekday Morning Play Group at Morningside

10:30am-11:15am.....................Messy Mondays for Toddlers, Oyate Community Center, ages 2-3, $5 (preregistration required)

10:45am-11:45am...........................................................................................................Family Story Time, Oak View Library

Tuesday, Feb 5


10am-11am....................................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys

3pm-4pm.........................................................................................................................Take-Home Tuesday, Ronning Library

Wednesday, Feb 6



10:30am-11:30am...............................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library

10:30am-11:30am...................................................................................................Sesame Street Storytime, Barnes & Noble

3pm-4:30pm.............................................................................................................Movie & a Wii bit of Fun, Oak View Library

4pm-4:30pm................................Harvest of the Month, MariCar Community Center, ages 10-13, Free (Preregister by Feb 4)

Thursday, Feb 7

10:45am-11:45am...................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

Friday, Feb 8

7:45am-8:45am....................................................Early Morning Skate, Memorial Park Ice Rink, ages 10-13, $1 for skate rental


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Preschool Elementary Middle School All Ages6:30pm-8:30pm..............................................................................................................Family Nite, Oyate Community Center


7:30pm-8:30pm.........................................................................................................Emeraldicious Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, Feb 9

10am-12pm...Spectacular Saturdays: Auditioning for Musical Theater, Washington Pavilion, ages 11-13, $8 (preregistration required)

10am-12pm...............................Spectacular Saturdays: Auditioning, Washington Pavilion, ages 8-10, $8 (preregistration required)

10am-12pm..............................Spectacular Saturdays: Pottery Play, Washington Pavilion, ages 6-7, $8 (preregistration required)

10:15am-11am....................................................................................Storytime: The Stories of Dr Seuss, Washington Pavilion

10:30am-11:15am.......Stage Adventure Workshops: Theater Games, Orpheum Theater Cneter, Grades 1-2, $20 to preregister

11am-12pm..............................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Main Library

1pm-2pm......................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Acting I, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

1pm-2pm.......................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Improv, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

2pm-3pm.........Stage Adventure Workshops: Creating A Scene-Playwriting, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister

3pm-4pm.........................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Acting I, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister


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Tuesday, Feb 12



10am-10:45am.............................Toddler Art: Show Me A Story, Washington Pavilion, ages 1-3, $30 (preregistration required)

12:30pm-2pm...........................Homeschool Classes: Art Sampler, Washinton Pavilion, age 4-15, $37 (preregistration required)

6:30pm-8:30pm.....................................................Model Railroading 101, Kuehn Community Center, Free (preregister by Feb 8)

6:30pm-8:30pm...........................................Sweetheart Ball, Morningside Community Center, ages 2-5, $5 (preregister by Feb 5)

Wednesday, Feb 13



10:30am-11:30am.................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library

10:30am-11:30am....................................................................................................Valentine’s Day Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Thursday, Feb 14

10:45am-11:45am....................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

Friday, Feb 15


6pm-7pm..........Cadettes/Seniors/Ambassadors Girl Scout Camp In: MOD Squad Art & Science, Call 367-6000 to register


7:30pm-8:30pm..................................................................................................Family and Friends Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, Feb 16

10:15am-11am.....................................................................................................Story Time, Washington Pavilion, ages pre-K

10:30am-11:15am...........Stage Adventure Workshops: Theater Games, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 1-2, $20 to preregister



1pm-2pm.........................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Improv, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

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Preschool Elementary Middle School All Ages2pm-3pm..........Stage Adventure Workshops: Creating A Scene-Playwriting, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister



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Tuesday, Feb 19

9am-4pm..............................................................................................................Kids Craft Room. Museum of Visual Materials


10am-10:45am.............................Toddler Art: Show Me A Story, Washington Pavilion, ages 1-3, $30 (preregistration required)

12:30pm-2pm...........................Homeschool Classes: Art Sampler, Washinton Pavilion, age 4-15, $37 (preregistration required)

7pm-8pm...................................................................................................................TU Dance, Washington Pavilion, ages 8+

Wednesday, Feb 20




10:30am-11:30am...................................................................................................Presidents’ Day Storytime, Barnes & Noble


6pm-8pm...........................................................Doggy DIY, Morningside Community Center, ages 6+, $10 (preregister by Feb 15)

Thursday, Feb 21


5:30pm-6:15pm.......................................................Toddler Gym, Kuehn Community Center, ages 2-3, $5 (preregister by Feb 19)

Friday, Feb 22

10am-12pm..........................................................................................................Weekday Morning Play Group at Morningside

5:30pm-6:15pm......................................................Toddler Gym, Kuehn Community Center, ages 2-3, $5 (preregister by Feb 19)

7:30pm-8:30pm....................................................................................................................Disney Storytime, Barnes & Noble

Saturday, Feb 23

10am-12pm..................................................................................................Kidgits Book Blast, The Empire Mall, ages 3-10, $5

10:00am-11am.........................................................................................................................................Lapsit, Main Library

10am-12pm.....Spectacular Saturdays: Acting Up: Horton Hears A Who, Washington Pavilion, ages 6-7, $8 (preregistration required)

10am-12pm..............................Spetacular Saturdays: Clay Creations, Washington Pavilion, ages 8-10, $8 (preregistration required)

10:15am-11am....................................................................................Storytime: The Stories of Dr Seuss, Washington Pavilion

10:30am-11:15am...........Stage Adventure Workshops: Theater Games, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 1-2, $20 to preregister



1pm-2pm.........................................Stage Adventure Workshops: Improv, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 3-4, $20 to preregister

2pm-3pm..........Stage Adventure Workshops: Creating A Scene-Playwriting, Orpheum Theater Center, Grades 5-8, $20 to preregister



Sunday, Feb 241pm-3pm..............................Summer Activities Fair, Sioux Falls Convention Center

Stop by ‘Hood’s Booth to make a craft and pick up the March Summer Camp issue

The Summer Activities Fair is a great opportunity for families and individuals to get information for planning their families’ summer activities, from sports to camps, from arts to recreation. SFPR and dozens of other local nonprofit organizations come together in this one location for your convenience. Free. For more information call 367-8222.

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Preschool Elementary Middle School All AgesMonday, Feb 25





4pm-5:30pm......................................Drama Club: Taking Stage, Washington Pavilion, ages 11-13, $68 (preregistration required)

4pm-5:30pm.......................................Junior Actors: Theater Basics, Washington Pavilion, ages 6-7, $50 (preregistration required)

4pm-5:30pm.........................Stagelights: Acting FUNdamentals, Washington Pavilion, ages 8-10, $68 (preregistration required)

Tuesday, Feb 26


12:30pm-2pm............................Homeschool Classes: Art Sampler, Washinton Pavillion, age 4-15, $37 (preregistration required)

Wednesday, Feb 27



10:30am-11:30am.....................................................................................................Polar Bear Day Storytime, Barnes & Noble


Thursday, Feb 28


6pm-8pm.........................................................................................................LEGO Art Reception, Museum of Visual Materials

7pm-9pm.........................................................................Lord of the Dance by Michael Flately, Washington Pavillion, $39.50+

Friday, Mar 1



Saturday, Mar 2

10:15am-11am....................................................................................................Story Time, Washington Pavilion, ages pre-K

Tuesday, Mar 5


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Creating Effective Study Habits

in a Digital WorldComputers, video games, cell phones, texting, Facebook, Twitter, etc., are ubiquitous in our lives and the lives of our kids. That in and of itself is neither good nor bad – it’s just a fact. Tech savvy kids, it can be argued, have an advantage over kids without a fundamental knowledge of the uses and protocols of technology. On the other hand, some would argue that kids with an overdependence on technology have their own disadvantages – socially, academically, maybe emotionally. Balance, as in every other aspect of life, is key. There may already be too many “portals of distraction” in our kids’ lives – easy ways to get sidetracked, diverted, even overwhelmed. As the new year is underway, we want to keep our kids clearly focused rather than busily distracted. How to reach that balance? How to establish a climate of concentration in your family? Here are a few ideas to consider.

1. Your rules rule. Have clear guidelines for kids to fol-low. Like all rules for children, the clearer and simpler, the better. If you’re unsure how to start, talk to trusted teachers at school, other parents in the community, or look at good online sites. Here’s one I like: www.connectsafely.org.

2. Set time limits. A good rule of thumb for teens is two hours of screen time per day, including schoolwork. For elementary schoolers, it’s less. I like having a no-screen-time-period just before bedtime, too. You decide what will work best for your family.

3. Set place limits. No electronic screens at dinnertime, for example, when the family’s having a discussion or enjoying family time together. That’s true for you, too, by the way. Many families find that for younger kids, it’s best if the

computer is in the family room – not in their rooms – and used only when you’re present, monitoring.

4. Set site limits. Discuss sites they want to visit, then agree which ones they’re permitted to use. If some sites are off-limits, explain why you’re vetoing them. If you particularly approve of certain sites, explain why you like them.

5. Schoolwork comes first. Study and chores come before socializing and games. So does anything else you decide – writing that thank you note, going to Sunday School, helping Mrs. O’Malley next door.

6. Stress privacy. Explain why you don’t permit them to give out personal information about themselves or their fam-ily, to meet with strangers they’ve “met” online, or to spend money online. You don’t have to be scary, just realistic and firm. You want them to be safe. Kids understand that.

7. Stress your values. Explain it’s right that they come to you whenever they encounter something they suspect you would disapprove of or that makes them uncomfortable.

8. Stress common sense. It’s good sense not to allow downloading – music, movies, for instance – without your permission. Show how their online words and pictures are, for all intents and purposes, permanent. Just as we watch what we say in our speech, we need to do the same thing online. Maybe even more so.

9. Be a role model. You’re a role model in everything you do and say as a parent, including using technology. Let the kids see you using your computer, phone, and other devices to make your life easier, more efficient, more fun. Show how you’re in control of it, not the other way around. n

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What does your mommy do at work? Gavin: Teaches kids. Gabe: Um, I don’t know.

What is your favorite thing to do with your mommy? Gavin: Cuddle. Gabe: Color.

How does your mommy make you laugh? Gavin: Tickles me. Gabe: Make a silly face.

How do you make your mommy laugh? Gavin: Tell jokes. Gabe: Tickle her.

What has your mommy taught you? Gavin: Spelling words. Gabe: Be nice.

Does your mommy spoil you? Why or Why not? Gavin: No, amma and grandma do. Gabe: No, she doesn’t want to get me dirty.

What is your mommy’s favorite thing to do? Gavin: Play games. Gabe: Coffee.

Which animal does your mommy like best? Why? Gavin: Kisses - she’s our dog. Gabe: A T-Rex - it’s got a short neck and a long tail.

Do you want to be like your mommy when you grow up? Why or why not? Gavin: Yes, and daddy too. Gabe: Yes, I want to be where she is.

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1. First, check your e-mail! If you’ve signed up to receive promotions from all of your favorite restaurants, many of them will send out coupons specifically for Valentine’s Dinner! You could also check Groupon.com, KelolandSpotlight.com or DealChicken.com to see if any local restaurants have any deals available.

2. If a fancy dinner is not in your budget, go out for lunch or dessert instead! You could also cook a deli-cious meal and dessert together at home.

3. Feeling nostalgic this year? Re-create your first date or your first Valentine’s Day that you spent together!

4. Bundle up and take a walk downtown together or explore a part of the city you’ve never been to.

5. View a matinee or visit the $3 movie theater. This could save you over half of what you would spend paying

the regular price for an evening showing at the main theater in town.

6. Ice Skating can be both fun and romantic, especially if you’re able to go to an outdoor rink. Another winter activity you two can enjoy if there is snow on the ground - sledding!

7. Learn Together - Take a class together to learn something you both have an interest in.

8. Spend the Night In - Rent a couple new movies, order take-out, make popcorn, and spend the night at home enjoying each other’s company.

9. Go out for ice cream or frozen yogurt!

10. Grab some coffee at your favorite coffee shop in town, then spend the evening perusing a local book-store together. n

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WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL?

Run for School BoardWe all know how important it is to be engaged in our community’s leadership, but running for elected office can be quite daunting. As parents, we are often immersed in our child’s education. As we strive to provide the best education possible for our children we often find things we would like to be more involved in and improve. We can all play a part through volunteerism, time in the classroom, and PTO/PTA involvement, but the ultimate way to lead and guide our school district is through the School Board. While running for an elected office and serving on the School Board involves many days and nights of hard work and dedication, it is also very rewarding. “Serving on the Sioux Falls School Board is an honor and privilege. Our mission is to educate and prepare each of our 25,000 students to succeed in a changing world. Playing a role in fulfilling this mission and being able to work side by side with so many dedicated professionals throughout the district is inspiring,” said Doug Morrison, Sioux Falls School Board President. And according to current Sioux

Falls City Councilwoman Sue Aguilar, parents and diversity are especially important: “It is important that on any local school board there be representation from all demograph-ics of the community. At the school board level, I feel it is especially important to have representation from those who have, had, or will have children in the school system.” Sue began her long line of public service as a School Board Member when her two daughters were in school, and as a parent and a local citizen she knew she could make a difference in the community through her leader-ship in local elected office. It’s people like Doug and Sue that show us what an active role in our community can accomplish. The next election for the Sioux Falls School Board takes place on May 21st for two open positions. Let’s make it a great race! n

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How to: Run for the Sioux Falls School Board:Requirements: Registered Voter & School District Resident

Steps:Obtain a Nominating Petition from the Instructional Planning Center (IPC) by March 12th. Return the petition to IPC with a minimum of 20 valid signatures (a mini-mum of 35 is recommended) by April 12th at 5:00 pm.

Once the signatures are validated you are officially considered a candidate for the School Board.

For more information contact Bev Chase at (605) 367-7905 [email protected]

WANT TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT YOUR CHILD’S SCHOOL?

Get involved with PTOParent Teacher Organizations/Associations are an integral part of most schools in the Sioux Empire. They are the pri-mary fundraisers to help teachers and students gain access to equipment, books and other items that may not be in the school budget. The PTO also helps bridge the gap between home and school and allows parents to have a voice.

At All City Elementary, parents are required to commit to 135 hours per child at ACE, and serving on the PTA is a great way to meet that commitment. The Cleveland Elemen-tary PTA spearheaded a book sale earlier this year that helped raise $1000 for new library books. Many schools in the region are thinking outside the box for fundraising be-yond the bake sale and participate in a variety of programs such as Box Tops, milk lids and HyVee scrip cards. Other schools use events for fundraising, such as Bingo Nights or Harrisburg’s Liberty Elementary Father Daughter Dance.

Attend a meetingMost PTO/PTAs publish a calendar showing when the meeting dates will be. Many also have a Facebook page or a website. At most PTO meetings, the executive board helps coordinate efforts and leads meetings, the Treasurer manages the funds, and committees are responsible for fundraisers and events. Joining an event or fundraising committee is the easiest way to see if PTO is an organiza-tion you would like to be involved with. The PTO some-times requires dues to participate, but most in the Sioux Empire do not.

Volunteer for an event or fundraiser

Start off small. If you know you would only have a few hours to dedicate to a project, don’t sign up for a project that would require a long-term commitment. Most PTO/PTAs in the region provide meals for the teachers during conference time, and that is always a great place to start. Cooking not your thing? Volunteer for a specific event at the school.

Join a committeeCommittees are great to be involved on a long-term basis. Most PTO/PTAs have committees for events and fundrais-ers. Discovery Elementary breaks down all their annual events into committees to help manage events and prevent volunteer burn out. These committees oversee the event or fundraiser and are responsible for recruiting volunteers.

Be on the boardThe leadership team is a large commitment and is ultimate-ly responsible for PTO/PTA decisions. In addition to regular meetings, most boards have their own meetings and in many cases, serve on the various committees as well. n

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• For smaller children, always use the computer with them. Help them to learn how to navigate the sites they want to visit, and teach them to limit their time in front of a computer. Bal-ance with outside time!

• Keep your computer(s) in your shared family or living room. If you would frequently check on them playing in the yard, it’s okay to frequently check what they’re doing online.

• Your computer network’s operat-ing system may have safety soft-ware. Microsoft’s “Family Safety Filter”

allows you to monitor their activities online and tailor safety settings to your child(ren) to keep them off websites you don’t want them to have access to.

• There are many commercial software tools, such as Kidwatch, iNet Protector and ComputerTime (retailing for $30 - $40); however, there is also un-blocking software that savvy kids (or their friends) can find access to. Sometimes these types of software can invite malware or other viruses into your network.

• For older children, perhaps with many Internet-ready devices, pro-tecting your kids becomes expo-nentially more sophisticated – just as they do. To limit online time past bedtime, physically remove the modem or its cord to your room when it’s time for them to stop.

• Change the network or router start up password every day and give the new password to them when you’re ready for them to sign on (for example, after they’ve done their homework or chores). n

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Chicken Panini Sandwich1 slice pre-cooked bacon 2 slices bread½ tbsp. butter½ tbsp. prepared pesto1 grilled chicken breast or ½ c. shredded rotisserie chicken1 slice provolone cheese

Mini Frittatas 6 large eggs1/3 c. milk½ tsp. kosher salt1/4 tsp. freshly-ground black pepper2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley1/4 c. chopped turkey pepperoni3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Pizza Wrap Sandwich1 flour tortilla1 ½ tbsp. spaghetti sauce½ c. shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blendSprinkling of Italian seasoning

Cream Cheese & Jelly Sandwich2 rice cakes (any flavor)2 tbsp. whipped cream cheese 2 tbsp. strawberry jelly or jam

Nutella Waffle Sandwich 2 frozen whole grain waffles2 tbsp. chocolate hazelnut spread, such as Nutella1/4 c. fresh raspberries

Basic Butternut Squash Soup (Slow Cooker Recipe) 1 large butternut squash (6 cups, cubed)1 (14 oz.) can coconut milk2 c. chicken or vegetable stock1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, & cubed.2 medium to large carrots, peeled & chopped.

Baked Meatballs1 lb. hamburger 2 eggs, beaten with 1/2 c. milk½ c. grated Parmesan 1 c. panko or bread crumbs1 small onion, minced2 cloves garlic, minced, ½ tsp. oregano1 tsp. salt & pepper1/4 c. minced fresh basil

Tortellini Soup1 bag frozen tortellini2 cans vegetable broth2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese1 can Italian style stewed diced tomatoes½ bag fresh spinach, chopped

Pasta Fagioli1 can light kidney beans, drained1 can dark kidney beans, drained1 can cannellini beans, drained1 can chick peas, drained1 box vegetable broth 8 c. water1 tbsp. olive oil1 tsp. minced garlic1 tsp. dried basilDash red pepper1 c. uncooked pasta

Brownie Cherry Bites1 half batch of brownie batter (half of a package enough for a 9x13 pan, if you use a mix)1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and wiped thoroughly dry4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

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Mini Frittatas Ingredients6 large eggs1/3 c. milk1/2 tsp. kosher salt1/4 tsp. freshly-ground black pepper2 tbsp. chopped fresh parsley1/4 c. chopped turkey pepperoni3/4 c. shredded cheddar cheese

Directions Preheat oven to 350° F. Spray a mini muffin tin with cooking spray. Whisk together eggs, milk, salt, pepper and parsley. Stir in pepperoni. Divide cheddar cheese among 24 mini muffin cups.

Pour egg mixture into a measuring cup with a spout. Pour egg mixture over cheese, filling cups to the top. Bake 10-14 minutes until mini frittatas are puffed and golden brown on top.

Remove from oven and cool 5 minutes before serving. Pizza Wrap SandwichIngredients1 flour tortilla1 1/2 tbsp. spaghetti sauce1/2 c. shredded mozzarella or Italian cheese blendSprinkling of Italian seasoning Directions Preheat oven to 400° F. Spray tortilla wraps with olive oil cooking spray.Place tortillas on a cookie sheet on the center rack of the oven. Bake 5 minutes, just to toast the tortillas slightly. Spread spaghetti sauce on tortilla. Top with cheese and Italian seasoning. Return tortilla wrap to oven. Bake 5-7 minutes, until cheese is melted & bubbly. Remove tortilla from the oven. Let cool 2 minutes, then fold over edges to form wrap sandwich.

Cream Cheese & Jelly Sandwich Ingredients2 rice cakes (any flavor)2 tbsp. whipped cream cheese 2 tbsp. strawberry jelly or jam Directions Spread one tablespoon of cream cheese on each rice cake. Top each rice cake with 1 tablespoon of jelly. Put the sandwich together, with the jelly sides facing each other.

Nutella Waffle Sandwich Ingredients2 frozen whole grain waffles2 tbsp. chocolate hazelnut spread, such as Nutella1/4 c. fresh raspberries Directions Toast the waffle as instructed. Carefully remove waffles from the toaster and cool for a minute.Spread one tablespoon of spread on each waffle. Top each with 1/8 cup of raspberries. Put the sand-wich together, and enjoy.

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Directions Heat a grill pan/regular frying pan or panini press (if available)

Spread butter on one side of each piece of bread. Flip bread over & spread 1/2 tbsp. pesto on the un-buttered side of each piece of bread.

Top with bacon, chicken, then cheese. Top with the remaining bread slice, buttered side facing out. Grill the panini sandwiches until golden.

Ingredients1 slice pre-cooked bacon

2 slices bread

1/2 tbsp. butter

1/2 tbsp. prepared pesto

1 grilled chicken breast or 1/2 c. shredded rotisserie chicken

1 slice provolone cheese

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Baked MeatballsIngredients 1 lb. hamburger 2 eggs, beaten with 1/2 c. milk1/2 c. grated Parmesan 1 c. panko or bread crumbs1 small onion, minced2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/2 tsp. oregano1 tsp. salt & pepper1/4 c. minced fresh basil

Directions Mix all ingredients with hands. Form into golf ball sized meatballs. Bake at 350° F for 30 minutes.

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Tortellini SoupIngredients1 bag frozen tortellini2 cans vegetable broth2 tbsp. Parmesan cheese1 can Italian style stewed diced tomatoes1/2 bag fresh spinach, chopped Directions In a large pot bring vegetable broth to a boil. Stir in tomatoes and parmesan cheese. Add frozen bag of tortellini, cook until tortellini are soft. Stir in chopped spinach.

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Pasta FagioliIngredients1 can light kidney beans, drained1 can dark kidney beans, drained1 can cannellini beans, drained1 can chick peas, drained1 box vegetable broth 8 c. water1 tbsp. olive oil1 tsp. minced garlic1 tsp. dried basilDash red pepper1 c. uncooked pasta

Directions Saute garlic in olive oil. Add broth, water and other seasonings. Bring to a boil. Add beans, reduce to a simmer. Cook for 45 minutes. Increase heat, add pasta and boil for 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Add greens if desired.

Recipe submitted by Dee D. on our Facebook page

Dinner Recipes

Ingredients1 large butternut squash (6 cups, cubed)

1 (14 oz.) can coconut milk

2 c. chicken or vegetable stock

1 granny smith apple, peeled, cored, & cubed.

2 medium to large carrots, peeled & chopped.

Directions Cook on low heat in slow cooker for 4-6 hours. Blend or puree when cooking is finished. Garnish with anything from cinnamon and nutmeg to curry powder, ginger & garlic, or jalapenos, paprika and bacon.

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Directions Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a 24-cup mini-muffin pan with paper baking cups and coat with cooking spray (they might stick a little even after spraying).

Drop brownie batter into the muffin pan using a spoon or small scoop until each cup is about half full. Bake at 350° F for 5 minutes.

In the meantime, melt chocolate chips in a microwave safe bowl at 15 second intervals for about one minute, stirring at intervals, until melted and smooth.

Remove mini-muffin pan from oven after 5 min. Leave oven on to finish baking brownies after they are topped with cherries.

Dip cherries in melted chocolate & put on top of the semi-set brownies. Bake brownies for an additional 10 minutes at 350° F.

Let cool completely, then refrigerate brownies for about an hour in covered containers so brownies have time to finish “setting.” Store in airtight containers at room temperature. To serve, warm brownie for 7 seconds in microwave if desired

Ingredients1 half batch of brownie batter (half of a package enough for a 9x13 pan, if you use a mix)

1 jar maraschino cherries, drained and wiped thoroughly dry

4 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips

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If your child begins to struggle in school, it is vitally important to give him/her help immediately. School is the place where our children spend the majority of their time and it is imperative that this experience is a positive one. Can you imagine being in a place all day and feeling like you don’t know what you are doing or that you are not successful? This impacts our children’s self esteem in a powerful way. There are many options for parents once they see that their child is struggling.

First, parents can begin to try to help their child on their own. This is recommended only if it is a positive experience for both the parent and the child. If the child starts to show anxiety in this setting, then perhaps this isn’t the best option.

Second, talk to your child’s class-room teacher and see what can be done at the school. Set up a timeline stating when you would like to see results. All too often parents stay with this option for years without getting results and this too is very damaging to a child’s self-esteem.

Third, once a parent has tried to work with their own child and/or tapped into what the school has to offer, but still isn’t seeing results, an outside tutor may need to be called in. There are many options today for parents to consider when looking for tutoring for their children. Parents can choose from hiring an individual tutor, looking for online services, or going to a tutoring agency.

College student Pros: College students are a great option if your child needs minimal help. For example, if your child has always done well in school, but now just needs a little extra help in a subject such as Algebra, Spanish or Chemistry.

Cons: College students are not recommended to help students with learning disabilities as they lack the experience necessary.

Classroom teaCher Pros: Classroom teachers will definitely have more experience than a college student. Finding a classroom teacher who is an expert in the area that your child needs extra assistance will give your child the one-on-one help needed to promote confidence in that subject area.

Cons: While a classroom teacher has quite a bit of experience, if your child struggles with reading, it is recommended to find a tutor who is recommended by the International Dyslexia Association. Not all class-room teachers are qualified to work with reading disabilities.

In-home agenCIes: (Club Z, A-Z, A+ In Home Tutoring, Tutor Doctor)

Pros: The advantage of using an in-home agency is that you can access a tutor without having to leave the comfort of your own home.

Cons: Many in-home agencies do not provide lesson plans or assess-ments for their tutors. Always ask how much experience the tutor has and how the tutor will measure progress.

onlIne tutorIng optIons (Excel Achievement, Hunting-ton Learning, K-12, Kaplan, Sylvan Learning, TutorVista)

Pros: Most of the online tutoring options offer one-on-one live tutor-ing and students can access these services from the privacy of their own homes. Because these are run by nationally accredited agencies, par-ents can feel more secure about the teachers hired as well as the results they will receive.

Cons: Because these are accredited agencies, sometimes parents assume that they will receive results. Parents should always ask the tough ques-tions as to the agency’s guarantee.

tutorIng Centers (Excel Achievement, Sylvan Learning, Kumon)

Pros: Most tutoring Centers are nationally accredited and therefore have accountability as to their results.

Cons: Some of these are quite expensive and parents need to remember to do their homework as to the results they will receive. n

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When reading a selection of writing, one of the first pieces that stands out to many readers is the spelling. Why? The purpose of writing is to communicate a thought or idea to someone; thus, when that thought or idea is unable to be deciphered due to poor spelling, communication breaks down. This may be the reason some parents were alarmed when they discovered their child was no longer bringing home a weekly spelling list and that spelling was no longer a grade on the report card.

In the past, spelling has been a separate subject in Sioux Falls Public Schools, where students were given a list of predetermined words to study and then were tested on Friday. For some, this situation became stressful because the words they were asked to spell were well beyond reach and, though they may have scored well on the test, the words were forgotten by Monday or rarely transferred into their writing. For other children, the assigned words required minimal practice, if any, and practice time was deemed unnecessary or occurred regardless of need.

Research offers a new way of thinking. Carol Jenkins (1999) states, “We waste time when we go over something in a rote way the children already know. We also waste time and risk confusing children by focusing on ideas and concepts that are beyond their current experience. The key to making good instructional decisions is learning about children through careful observation of their daily reading and writing behavior.” This is exactly what teachers in the

Sioux Falls School District are striving to do. Teachers are looking for evidence of a child’s knowledge of words by ob-serving them in guided reading, analyzing daily writing, and paying attention to conversations about reading and writing throughout the day. All of these observations lead teachers to design instruction that best meets the needs of each child. This instruction involves helping students learn how to use a variety of strategies and patterns to spell words that are appropriate in their stage of development.

As patterns like –ack and –un are introduced, and children practice using these patterns to spell and read words like stack, black and pack, or fun, run, and sun, teachers help students make connections across subject areas. Pointing out patterns during a read aloud or a shared writing lesson, in correlation with a strategy spellers use to write unknown words, leads to an increase in students’ knowledge of how words work. Diane Snowball and Faye Bolton (1999) state, “If spelling strategies are developed as isolated knowledge they are not useful, so children need to realize that they can learn about spelling by studying what other authors do in published writing and to continually reflect on how those strategies they are learning can help them with their own writing.”

Teachers across the Sioux Falls School District are at vari-ous levels of implementing best practices for teach spelling, yet all are daily focused on helping each student unlock the mystery of words and how they work. n

by Jenny Boyle, Sioux Falls School District Instructional Coach

What Happened to SPELLinG

References: 1) Jenkins, C.(1999). Voices on Word Matters: Learning About Phonics and Spelling in the Literacy Classroom. New Hampshire: Heinemann.2) Snowball, D. and Bolton, F. (1999). Spelling K-8: Planning and Teaching. Maine: Stenhouse Publishers.

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by Cory Faber, Ma, CCC, SLP, Theratime, Inc.

Have you ever compared your child’s speech and language skills to his/her peers and began to worry? Or maybe you have a friend or relative whose child appears to be lagging behind but are afraid to say anything for fear they might get upset? These are common scenarios faced by parents when they have a child who is slow to speak or exhibits errors in the sounds that they produce when communicating. Under-standing typical speech and language development can help parents and caregivers figure out if they should be concerned.

Birth-12 months:

Children at this stage should be attentive to sounds in their environ-ment and begin to recognize names of things (mom, dad bottle). Cooing or vowel-like singing is first, followed by babbling strings of consonants and vowels. “Mama” and “baba” are early stages of speech and language development.

When to be concerned- If your child is not responding to sounds and appears not to be hearing, is not learning or recognizing new words, or is not using gestures such as waiving, pointing or lifting their arms up to be picked up. A lack of: vocalizing, vowels, cooing or babbling indicates that there may be a delay.

1-2 years:

Children can now produce a variety of speech sounds (p, b, m, d, or n), imi-

tate individual sounds and words. Early first words may appear as early as 9-12 months. There is variability at this age, but most toddlers at 18 months will use 20-30 words and over 50 by 24 months. Some two word phrases are beginning (“a ball”). These words and short phrases may be difficult to understand to the unfamiliar lis-tener. Following 1-2 step directions is becoming more consistent (“bring me your socks and shoes”).

When to be concerned- No words or gestures, lack of eye contact, not understanding new words, a limited inventory of sounds that they use to communicate, and/or multiple ear infections (or a past medical history).

2-3 years:

This stage can be described as the “exploding” stage. Not only can their language explode in new words but their behavior as well. There may be too many words to count that they are now using. At two they are using two word phrases and you should understand roughly half of what they say. Closer to age three they are using three word phrases and can be understood by the unfamiliar listener ¾ of the time.

When to be concerned- If your child is showing signs of communication frustration, a limited vocabulary, not following two step directions, or pointing to pictures when named in a book.

3-5 years:

Your child will now be able to produce one word per year of life. A three-year-old will use three word sentences and five-year-old will use five word sentences. They may have difficulty producing some sounds but by age 4-5 the unfamiliar listener will under-stand most of what a child is saying.

When to be concerned- If your child is not using their com-munication skills to interact with peers or as a tool to get what he/she needs or is making multiple errors in sounds that they are producing, affecting how understand them. Difficulty following directions or processing new informa-tion may indicate a referral.

School-age:

Children at this age are using complex sentences, asking many questions to inquire about their surroundings and to solve problems. They are following directions regularly and comprehend new material when presented. Some articulation errors are typical through the 2nd grade such as /l/, /r/, or /th/ but generally don’t interfere with how others may understand them.

When to be concerned- If articulation errors persist beyond the 2nd grade and if they are beginning to affect spelling skills, a referral is war-ranted. Any difficulty with language, including reading, spelling and writing are indications of a language learning problem. n

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