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College application timeline for high schoolers 2 - McCook Daily Gazette
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NEW YORK (AP) — Getting into college is a full-time job for many high schoolers, especially those receiving little help from guidance counselors and without the money to hire private consultants. From resume building and campus tours to test prep and essay writing, there's a lot for kids to contend with, and a lot for parents who may not have gone through the process themselves. College admissions officials and paid helpers urge families to stretch the application process over all four years of high school to make it less of a mad dash and more of a marathon. Try this timeline to break down the to-do list: FRESHMAN YEAR Enroll in rigorous classes, said Jim Montoya, a former admissions dean at Stanford and Vassar and a vice president of the College Board. The board, CollegeBoard.org, administers SAT, Advanced Placement testing and SAT Subject Tests. "Often I hear parents say, 'If only I would have known, I would have had my son or daughter take a science course in the ninth grade,'" Montoya said. If you have a specific college in mind this early, check its academic requirements online and find the school on Facebook for up-to-date chatter and official announcements. Generally, colleges prefer four years of English, as well as history, math, science and a foreign language, Montoya said. Explore SAT Subject Tests in your strongest classes and expect to take them while the material is fresh. Some colleges require subject tests. Either way, it wouldn't hurt to throw them into the mix. Visit a college informally when school is in session, especially if you've never stepped foot on a campus. Formal touring can wait. The idea is to provide a glimpse into college life. Make a long-term commitment to an extracurricular activity and community service. Don't pile on the extras. Choose things you truly love and work toward making a significant contribution over four years. If financial aid is in your future, get literate on how to find it and how to apply for it. Have a heart-to-heart with
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your parents on money matters. Begin looking into how scholarships work and what the FAFSA is (it's the Free Application for Federal Student Aid). "It's never too early to begin to understand financial aid," said Rick Dalton, who heads College for Every Student, a nonprofit that helps low-income public school students move toward higher education. "It's important to understand the concept, that there's money out there. Not understanding that is a huge impediment in getting interested in college to begin with."
SOPHOMORE YEAR Think about when to take the practice SAT or ACT college entrance exams. The preliminary SAT, called the PSAT, is given in October and is combined with the National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test. Free online practice and prep books are everywhere. The College Board suggests using your access code on your PSAT score report to sign in to the board's "My College QuickStart," a personalized planning kit to help prepare for the real SAT using a study strategy based on your preliminary results. Taking practice exams for both the SAT and the ACT will help you decide which is the better test for you. Test-optional schools do exist. Go to FairTest.org for a look at more than 800 four-year colleges that don't require them. Start thinking about what areas of the country appeal to you. Would you like to land on a small campus or a large one, an Ivy or a liberal arts school, in a rural, suburban or urban setting? Take every opportunity to visit a wide range of campuses to help you decide. Begin exploring what you might like to study in college. There may be something you haven't thought of that appeals to you, or connects in an unusual but valuable way to an existing area of interest. "Don't put that off until junior year, which is what a lot of students do," advises consultant Ann Garber. "You don't want to be the 11th grader who gasps, 'I have no idea what I want.'" Martha Merrill, dean of admissions and financial aid at Connecticut College, a test-optional school, said that only a general idea of the types of schools that appeal is necessary sophomore year. "Their interests, needs and wants will change over the next few
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years," she said. Montoya cautioned that the application process "should not be driven solely by the student's intended academic major." He added: "The vast majority of college undergraduates will change their major at least once or twice." CollegeConfidential.com is a trove of information. It includes a college search tool and heavy message traffic from young people if you're looking to network. Melanie Reed, the director of college advising at a private prep school in Seattle, the Seattle Academy, said the focus in 10th grade should be building a sound high school transcript and a foundation in extracurricular activities.
Summer should also be used to that end. "Your greatest advantage and healthiest approach is to develop plenty of positive application material and continue to love what you do," she said. JUNIOR YEAR It's crunch time. There are nearly 4,500 degreegranting, two- and four-year colleges and universities in the United States. A high school junior should have a list of anywhere from five to 20 they wish to tour formally, including information sessions with college officials. See TIMELINE Page 15
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Central Elementary
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4th grade
Mrs. Schutte's Class: Backpack (not on wheels), 2 large boxes of tissues, 1 pair of scissors, 1 box of crayons, 1 set of markers, 1 large package of wideruled paper, 1 two-pocket folder, 2 spiral notebooks (wide-ruled), 2 large glue sticks, 1 dozen standard pencils (no mechanical), 1 black fine point permanent marker (such as a Sharpie), 2 or 3 red checking pens, 1 large eraser, 2 dry erase markers, 1 ruler (standard and metric) 1 pencil box or bag Mrs. Wills' Class: 6 dozen No. 2 pencils (no mechanical pencils), 4 erasers (not pencil topper type), 4 blue ink pens (not erasable), 2 black Sharpies, colored pencils or crayons (box of 24 or less), 4 highlighters, 4 dry erase markers, 2 packages wide-ruled notebook paper, 4 boxes of tissues, multiplication flash-cards (will stay at school – if needed, also purchase one for home), 1 pencil sharpener that catches pencil shavings, sturdy 1-1/2” threering binder for assignment book, small pencil box Mrs. Diederich's Class: #2 pencils (wood or disposable mechanical), pink eraser, large glue stick, scissors, 2 packages of index cards (3" x 5"), 2 spiral one-subject notebooks (70 pages, wide-ruled), package of wide-ruled paper, 1 composition notebook, 3 pocket folders, 2 red pens, 2 blue pens, 1 black Sharpie, set of markers, set of colored pencils, crayons (box of 24), 1 yellow highlighter, 2 dry erase markers, 1 rag or sock to erase dry erase markers, pencil bag or box, 1 backpack (no wheels), 2 boxes of facial tissues Mrs. Haag's Class: #2 pencils with erasers (no mechanical pencils), one larger eraser, 1 glue stick, 2 large boxes of Kleenex, sharp-tipped scissors, ruler with both standard and metric measurement, 2 red checking pens, 2 blue or black erasable pens, 1 black fine-tip Sharpie, markers, crayons, 1 highlighter, small pencil case/bag, 3 spiral notebooks (wide-ruled), 2 pocket folders, 2 dry erase markers, 1 box colored pencils, 1 rag or sock to use as eraser Please label all supplies Mrs. Dueland's Class: #2 pencils with erasers (no mechanical pencils), one larger eraser, glue (large bottle and 2 glue sticks), 1 large box of Kleenex, sharp-tipped scissors, ruler with both standard and metric measurement, 2 red checking pens, 2 blue or black pens, 1 black fine-tip Sharpie, markers, crayons, 2 dry erase markers, 1 highlighter, small pencil case/bag, 2 spiral notebooks, 3 pocket folders, 1 package lined paper
5th grade
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One 7-pocket expanding file (you can find them at Wal-Mart for less than $3), 6 different colored single subject spiral notebooks, non-perforated if possible (one for Science, Social Studies, Math, Reading and two for Language Arts), #2 pencils – wood only (get the multi-packs of cheap yellow ones), pencil bag, several red pens, 1 set of 12 colored pencils, glue sticks, eraser, 2 boxes of tissues, highlighter Also bring a box of tissues for the library Helpful hints: The 7-pocket expanding file is for organization of class papers. It is fun to have fancy, expensive supplies, but this is not necessary. Book bags with wheels will not fit into the lockers!
All students
P.E. supplies – One lock for P.E. locker (combination or key), shirt, shorts, tennis shoes (can be street shoes), towel Art supplies – A paint shirt to keep in locker, marked with name; a pencil and glue stick
Please – no Trapper Keepers or 3-ring binders. Please do not purchase an oversized backpack or one with wheels as they do not fit in the lockers. Suggested library/music class donations: boxes of tissues, hand sanitizer Suggested art class donations: wax paper or freezer paper, aluminum foil
The McCook Daily Gazette wishes everyone a safe and fun new school year!
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Eustis-Farnam Elementary
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Kindergarten: Book bag, 2 packages of colored pencils, 2 two-pocket folders, 8-10 glue sticks, box of 16-24 crayons, 24 yellow #2 lead pencils (to be shared), 2 large boxes of Kleenex, box of Band-Aids, school box (8" x 5" x 2"), 2 white or pink erasers, Ziploc bags (last name A-H, 1 box sandwich size; I-O, 1 box quart size; P-Sc, 1 box of jumbo 2-gallon size; Sm-Z, 1 box gallon size), pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class 1st grade: Book bag, 2 spiral notebooks (wide ruled, non-perforated, 70 sheets), 4 glue sticks, 8 ounce bottle of glue (no larger), 2 folders (pockets at bottom, not side), 2 boxes crayons (24 pack), 2 large boxes of tissues, 36 yellow #2 pencils (to be shared), 2 erasers, box of Ziploc bags (choose any size – snack, sandwich, or gallon), box of Band-Aids, pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class 2nd grade: Backpack, 4 glue sticks, small bottle of white liquid glue (like Elmer's), 48 yellow #2 pencils (Dixon Ticonderoga), crayons, colored pencils, 2 big erasers, 24 pencil-top erasers, 4 large boxes of tissues, box of Ziploc sandwich bags, book bag, 3 spiral notebooks (wide ruled, non-perforated, 70 sheets), 1 two-pocket folder, box of Band-Aids, package of plastic bowls or box of spoons, pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class 3rd grade: 4 spiral notebooks (wide ruled, non-perforated, 70 sheets), book bag, 2 glue sticks, 12 yellow #2 pencils, small box of crayons or twistable crayons, colored pencils and sharpener, 2 large boxes of tissues, 2 pocket folders, colored markers (non-permanent), pencil box or zippered pencil holder, eraser or eraser tops, box Ziploc bags (any size) or a box of Band-Aids, 2 large boxes of tissues, pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class 4th grade: Book bag, markers (non-permanent, 8-color set), 6 spiral notebooks (wide ruled, non-perforated, 70 sheets), 24 yellow #2 pencils, 2 large boxes of tissues, box of colored pencils, highlighter (yellow), 2 glue sticks (1 each semester), 2 big erasers (1 each semester), 2 red pens, 2 blue pens, small bottle of Elmer's school glue, highlighter (yellow), pair of tennis shoes to be left at school for physical education class 5th grade: 12 yellow #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 red pens, 2 blue pens, 2 large boxes of tissues, 2 dry erase markers, 2 glue sticks, 2 erasers, box of colored pencils (no markers or gel pens), holder to carry pencils, 4 spiral notebooks (wide-lined paper, 70 sheets, non-perforated), 2 highlighters, expanding folder for at least 8 subjects, pair of tennis shoes to be left for physical education class Please don’t bring hand-held pencil sharpeners, Trapper Keepers, 3-ring binders, mechanical pencils, markers, or gel pens 6th grade: Long colored pencils, 4 spiral notebooks (wide ruled, non-perforated, 70 sheets), 12 yellow #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 red pens, 2 blue pens, 2 glue sticks, 2 large boxes of tissues, eraser or pencil top erasers, expanding folder for at least 8 subjects (please, no Trapper Keepers), 2 highlighter pens (any color), set of 8 markers, book bag (must fit in locker 10” wide), pair of tennis shoes to be left for physical education class
Kindergarten: Backpack, 2 boxes of markers, 24 crayons (2 boxes), PE shoes*, #2 pencils (they sharpen the best), bottle of Elmer's glue (no glitter or gel), 4 glue sticks, pencil box to hold supplies, beach towel for rest time (no mats please), paint shirt (parent’s old t-shirt), scissors 1st grade: Several pencils, eraser, glue sticks, crayons, family-size box of tissues, scissors, PE shoes*, paint shirt Optional supplies: colored pencils, markers, small pencil box 2nd grade: Markers, crayons, several #2 pencils, pair of scissors, PE shoes*, paint shirt (label with name), colored pencils, backpack, glue sticks, pencil box to hold supplies, eraser, notebook for Spanish 3rd grade: Several #2 pencils, wide ruled notebook, erasers, glue sticks, crayons and colored pencils, PE shoes*, pencil box to hold supplies, paint shirt (label with name), backpack No 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 4th grade: Pencils, colored pencils, markers, glue sticks, scissors, notebook paper or a spiral notebook to use for daily assignments, paint shirt (label with name), PE shoes*, backpack or book bag, family size tissues, 1 box of Ziploc bags (boys: quart size; girls: gallon size), 3 spiral notebooks, erasable pens (blue or black) 5th grade: Several pencils, notebook for Spanish, blue or black pens, glue sticks, colored pencils, 5 two-pocket folders, notebooks, PE shoes*, paint shirt (label with name), backpack or book bag No 3-ring binders or Trapper Keepers 6th grade: 6 folders, pencils, PE shoes* & clothes, notebooks or notebook paper, can of shaving cream Optional supplies: pens, 3-ring notebook
Students on free or reduced lunches may, if desired, apply for a fee waiver under the laws of the State of Nebraska, which will cover some of the above items, provided parents apply for the fee waiver separate from the Free & Reduced Lunch application. (The entire Student Fee policy is available in the school office.)
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Supplies will need to be replenished during the school year.
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*PE shoes do not have to be new or expensive. They need to be clean and not have rocks in the treads. The shoes can be left in your child's locker so when PE or recess is in the gym, your child will have clean shoes. Please put your child's name on each shoe.
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Oberlin Elementary
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Preschool: 4 #2 pencils (good quality – no fancy types), 2 boxes small crayons (24 count), watercolors (8 tray – Prang or Crayola), 2 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), 6 glue sticks, school bag Kindergarten: 6 #2 pencils (plain yellow – no fancy types), 3 boxes small crayons (8 count), 1 box fine line Crayola markers (10 count), paint shirt (should cover child's knees), 1 bottle glue (8 ounces – no gels, colored, etc.), 4 large glue sticks, 1 large pink/green eraser (no fancy cartoon), 1 crayon/pencil box, 2 boxes of tissues (250 count or larger) 1 pair of scissors (Fiskars recommended), school bag, bath towel for resting, supplies for Art* 1st grade: 8 sharpened #2 pencils (good quality, Ticonderoga recommended – no fancy types), 2 large erasers (no fancy cartoon), 2 boxes crayons (48 count), 2 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), 1 bound black composition book (wide-lined), 1 two-pocket folder (no vertical pockets), 1 pair student scissors (sturdy & sharp point), 8 glue sticks (be prepared to bring more), school box (6" x 9" only to fit in desk), school bag, supplies for Art* 2nd grade: 16 sharpened #2 pencils (good quality, Ticonderoga recommended – no fancy types), 2 boxes colored pencils, 1 large pink/white eraser (no fancy cartoon), 2 boxes of crayons (24 count or more), 1 bottle glue (4 ounces), 2 glue sticks, 2 dry erase markers, 2 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), 1 pair student scissors (Fiskars recommended), 1 two-pocket folder (can have pictures, etc.), 2 highlighters (pink or yellow – please keep a supply at home to replace), school box (6" x 9" only to fit in desk), school bag, supplies for Art* 3rd grade: 9 #2 pencils, 1 large pink/green eraser, 1 box of Crayola markers (8 count or more), 1 box of colored pencils (8 count or more), 1 bottle of glue (8 ounces), 3 large glue sticks (white), 1 three-ring notebook (1-1/2" or smaller), wide-lined loose leaf notebook paper, 2 dry erase bullet-tip pens, 1 black Flair (fine-tipped marker), 2 folders with pockets (to store papers), 3 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), 1 pair of scissors (sturdy/sharp point), zip pencil bag (no pencil boxes), supplies for Art* 4th grade: 9 #2 pencils, 1 large pink/green eraser, 2 blue or black ball point pens, large pink/green eraser, 1 box of crayons (24 count), 1 box of colored pencils (8 count or more), 1 bottle of glue (4 ounces), 3 large glue sticks, 1 three-ring plastic folder with pockets, wide-lined loose leaf notebook paper, 5 three-ringed 70 page notebooks (wide-lined), 5 folders with pockets, 2 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), 1 pair of scissors, 1 zip pencil bag (no pencil boxes), wooden ruler (standard & metric measurement), calculator (if possible), supplies for Art** 5th & 6th grade: 9 #2 pencils, 1 large pink/green eraser, colored pencils, 2 blue or black ballpoint pens, 3 red ink pens, 5 spiral notebooks (wide lined), 4 packages loose leaf notebook paper (wide lined), 1 wide lined 100 page composition book (5th grade), 5 pocket folders for storage of paper, 3 boxes of tissues (250 count, 2 ply, 9.2" x 8.2"), wooden ruler (standard & metric measurement), pencil bag (to carry pencils, erasers, etc. from one class to another), protractor, supplies for Art**
Hayes Center Elementary
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Preschool: Pencil box, crayons (8 colors, regular size), scissors with blunt ends, 4 glue sticks, 2 pencils, extra clothes including underwear (seasonal), full size backpack, old paint shirt Kindergarten: Medium to large size book bag, 3 packages of glue sticks, box of regular size crayons (8 count or more; no big or large crayons), 3 pencils, blunt scissors, school pencil box, eraser, lip moisturizer, large oatmeal box (42 ounces), 1 old shirt with child's name on it (for art class and projects), extra change of seasonally appropriate clothes in backpack at all times Avoid small backpacks 1st grade: Book bag, 3 pencils, scissors, pencil box, toothbrush, lip moisturizer, an old shirt for art activities (with child’s name on it), extra set of clothes that can be worn year around in a labeled sack (please include socks and underwear) 2nd grade: Book bag, box of 16-24 crayons, 4 glue sticks, small bottle of glue (no colored glue, please), 4 pencils (with extras at home to replace as needed), pink eraser, washable magic markers, blunt scissors, 1 pencil box (small, please), 2 folders with 2 pockets, an old shirt with child’s name for Art activities Please avoid eversharp pencils, pencils with novelty erasers, red pens, large box of crayons, novelty pencil sharpeners 3rd grade: Book bag, glue stick or small bottle of glue, scissors (pointed), 3 pencils (with extras at home to replace when needed), crayons (16-24 count), 1 black or blue pen, wide-lined loose-leaf notebook paper (loose in a folder), felt-tip markers (large and small tip), small pencil box or large Ziploc bag, lip moisturizer, an old shirt with child’s name for Art activities Please avoid toy type erasers, large pencil boxes, or novelty pencil sharpeners 4th, 5th and 6th grades: Book bag, 24 crayons, 2 red pens, 2 black pens, 24 colored pencils, 10 pencils (mechanical are fine), 10 Crayola markers, 1 yellow highlighter, 1 pink highlighter, 4 dry erase markers (5th and 6th grades only), 1 pink eraser (square), scissors (pointed), 5 pocket folders (1 each of red, green, orange, yellow and purple), 4 glue sticks, ruler (metric and inches), small pencil box, 1 package 3-ring loose leaf paper (wide rule), 5 book covers, water bottle, antiperspirant or deodorant, 1 old sock, 100 (or 1 package) lined 3x5 index cards No Trapper Keepers Parents: Please label everything before sending it to school!
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* Supplies for Art – Grades K – 3: 1 bottle of Elmer's Glue-All (4 ounces), 1 box Crayola crayons (24 count), watercolors (Prang or Crayola), 2 pencils ** Supplies for Art – Grades 4 – 6: 1 bottle Elmers Glue-All (4 ounces), 1 box Crayola crayons (48 count), watercolors (Prang or Crayola), 2 pencils, 1 large eraser Please mark every supply in large printing. Supplies need to be brought to school the first day. Additional items may be requested by your child's teacher after school commences. Some items may need to be replaced throughout the year. Regular crayons only – no fluorescent, neon, glitter, washable, etc. please. Tennis shoes are required for P.E. daily.
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6th grade
Core classes: Social Studies, English, Math and Science Pencils (lots), red checking pens (lots), 1 single subject notebook, black Sharpie pen, highlighters (green, pink, yellow, blue), glue sticks, pencil bag Math: 1/2-inch binder, loose lined paper, dividers, low odor dry erase marker, composition notebook English: 1-1/2 inch binder, loose lined paper, dividers, composition notebook Science: 1/2-inch binder, loose lined paper, dividers, composition notebook Reading: 1/2-inch binder, 5 dividers, composition notebook History: 2 pocket folder Homework: folder or 6-subject accordian file
7th grade
Core classes: Social Studies, Science, Reading, English and Math Pens/pencils (no fluorescent colors), notebook paper, red pens, 1 expandable “accordian” pocket folder (8-12 pockets), 1 highlighter, 3 dry erase markers, box of Kleenex Advanced Math: One-inch 3-ring binder with 3 dividers, basic calculator or TI-30XA
8th grade
Pencils, notebook paper (loose-leaf), pencil bag, red checking pens, blue and black pens English: Two-inch 3-ring binder with six dividers, 1 composition book Science: 1-1/2 inch three-ring binder with 3 dividers, basic calculator; advanced class also needs a spiral single subject notebook Math: One-inch 3-ring binder with 3 dividers, basic calculator or TI-30XA Social Studies: 1-1/2 inch three-ring binder with 3 dividers Algebra: Scientific calculator No Trapper Keepers
McCook Elementary
Thursday, July 28, 2011 - 7
Kindergarten: Kid size Fiskar scissors, pencils (6-10 with erasers), crayons (two 24-count boxes), 5 large white glue sticks, container of wet wipes, 1 bottle of hand sanitizer, 1 bottle Elmer's school glue, 1 box tissues, 1 box of sandwich size bags, 1 box of gallon size bags, 1 small plastic pencil box, 1 backpack large enough to bring home art projects (no wheels please – do not fit in lockers) 1st grade: 1 small plastic workbook (approximately 9"x 7"), 1 box of crayons (24 count), 1 bottle of Elmer's white glue, 1 eraser (pink or green), 1 pair children's Fiskar scissors, 4 large glue sticks, 2 large boxes of tissues, 1 spiral notebook (1 subject wide-ruled), 2 folders (bottom pockets, no fasteners), 1 backpack (no wheels – do not fit in lockers) 2nd grade: 1 small workbox, 2 large glue sticks, 2 large erasers (pink or green), 1 pair pointed scissors, 2 large boxes of tissues, 1 pencil bag, 2 packages plain yellow #2 pencils, 1 box crayons (at least 24), 1 box markers, 2 folders (bottom pockets, no fasteners), 1 bottle hand sanitizer, 1 backpack (no wheels – do not fit in lockers) 3rd grade: Large eraser, package of #2 pencils, 1 box of crayons, 1 box of colored pencils, 1 large glue stick, 2 large boxes of tissues, 2 spiral wideruled notebooks (70 sheets), 1 pencil bag, 4 folders with pockets, 1 package of wide-ruled notebook paper, 2 Expo dry erase markers (dark color), 1 threering binder (1 inch), 1 backpack (no wheels – do not fit in lockers) Please do not bring mechanical pencils. Because of limited space in student lockers, there is no room for Trapper Keepers or backpacks with wheels. Individual teachers may ask for additional items when school resumes in August.
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Lock for locker, T-shirt with name on outside, gym shorts (no cutoffs or spandex – generic clothing please), shoes, socks, towel No aerosol cans of any sort (body spray, deodorant, etc.)
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15/16 NO CLASSE 17 1st Day for St 17/18/19 1:00 DISMIS September 5 NO SCHOOL 7 2:00 PM DIS 21 2:00 PM DIS 22 NO SCHOOL 2:00 pm to 8: 23 NO SCHOOL 8:00 am to 12 October 5 2:00 PM DIS 14 END OF FIR 2:00 PM DIS 19 2:00 PM DIS November 2 2:00 PM DIS 16 2:00 PM DIS 23 NO SCHOOL 24 NO SCHOOL 25 NO SCHOOL December 7 2:00 PM DIS 21 2:00 PM DIS END OF 2ND (Start of Chri January 3 NO SCHOOL 4 SCHOOL RE 11 2:00 PM DIS 25 2:00 PM DIS February 8 2:00 PM DIS 10 NO SCHOOL 22 2:00 PM DIS March 8 End of 3rd Qu 2:00 PM DIS 9 NO SCHOOL 14 2:00 PM DIS 15 NO SCHOOL Parent Teache 16 NO SCHOOL 8:00 am to 12 28 2:00 PM DIS April 6 NO SCHOOL 9 NO SCHOOL 11 2:00 PM DIS 25 2:00 PM DIS May 13 Graduation 18 2:00 PM DIS (Last Day for 21 Teacher Work 28 MEMORIAL
Calendar Adjustments will be sche approval
UBLIC SCHOOLS CHOOL CALENDAR
S - Teacher Prep/Teacher In-service tudents SAL K-12 (teacher in-service) L - LABOR DAY MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service L K-12 - Teacher In-service 00 pm - Parent/Teacher Conferences L K-12 - Parent/Teacher Conferences 2:00 pm MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service ST QUARTER - NO SCHOOL K-5 MISSAL - Grades 6-12 MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service L (Thanksgiving Break) L (Thanksgiving Break) L (Thanksgiving Break) MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service D QUARTER - END OF 1ST SEMESTER stmas Break) L K-12 - Teacher Work Day ESUMES MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service L K-12 (Winter Break) MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service uarter - NO SCHOOL K-5 MISSAL - Grades 6-12 L K-12 (Spring Break) MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service L K-12 - Teacher In-service er Conferences 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm L K-12 Parent/Teacher Conferences 2:00 pm MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service L K-12 (Easter Break) L K-12 (Easter Break MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service MISSAL K-12 - Teacher In-service
MISSAL K-11 - End of 2nd SEMESTER Students) k Day Make up Snow Days L DAY May 21st and May 22nd duled as necessary via Board of Education
New School Lunch Prices The Board of Education has approved the following rates for the child nutrition program for the McCook Public Schools for the 2011-2012 school year Breakfast Elementary/Central Junior/Senior High Students Adults Lunch Elementary Students Central Elementary Junior/Senior High Students Adult
2 0 11 - 2 0 1 2 1.15 1.25 1.70 1.95 2.05 2.20 2.95
I M P O RTA N T I M M U N I Z AT I O N I N F O R M AT I O N F O R 2 0 11 / 2 0 1 2 S C H O O L Y E A R : A new Nebraska State Law requires that ALL students in K12th grades have 2 doses of Varicella (chickenpox) vaccine. However, this Varicella immunization is not required if the school has documentation that your student had the chickenpox disease or a religious or medical waiver has been provided. In addition, all 7th grade students are now required to have 1 dose of Tdap (must contain Pertussis booster) received any time after the age of 10 or 11, depending on brand of vaccine received. Please contact the nurse at your child’s school if you have any questions. *These immunizations (or documentation of disease or medical/religious waivers) are required before your student begins the 2011/2012 school year. Summery of School Immunization Rules and Regulations 2 0 11 - 2 0 1 2
Student Age Group
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Ages 2 through 5 years enrolled in a school based program not licensed as a child care provider
4 doses of DTap, DTP, or DT vaccine 3 doses of Polio vaccines 3 doses of Hib vaccine or 1 dose of Hib given at or after 15 months of age 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine 1 dose of MMR or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age 1 dose of varicella (chickenpox) or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age. Written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted 4 doses of pneumococcal or 1 dose of pheumococcal given after 15 months of age
Students from Kindergarten through 12th Grade, including all transfer students from outside the State of Nebraska and any foreign students
3 doses of DTap, DPT, DT or Td vaccine, one given on or after the 4th birthday 3 doses of Polio vaccine 3 doses of pediatric Hepatitis B vaccine or 2 doses of adolescent vaccine if student is 11-15 years of age 2 doses of MMR or MMRV vaccine, given on or after 12 months of age and separated by at least one month 2 doses of varicella (chickenpox) or MMRV given on or after 12 months of age. Written documentation (including year) of varicella disease from parent, guardian, or health care provider will be accepted If the child has had varicella disease, they do not need any varicella shots
Additionally, for 7 t h G r a d e 1 dose Tdap (must contain Pertussis booster) - this dose can Only be received any time after 10 or 11 years of age depending on which brand of vaccine is received.
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Wauneta-Palisade Elementary
Kindergarten: 2 glue sticks, box of 12 #2 pencils, 2 large boxes of Kleenex (will be shared with everyone), 1 pocket folder (marked with child's name on outside), one-inch 3-ring binder with clear pockets on cover, 1 clean empty frosting container with lid, 1 clean pair of tennis shoes with non-marking soles for P.E. First grade: Pencils (not mechanical), large eraser, glue sticks, two-pocket folder, box of 24 crayons, school box, wide-ruled spiral notebook, 2 large boxes of tissues, P.E. shoes Please put your name on all of your supplies. Please do not bring any markers, scissors or regular glue bottles as the school provides these supplies. Second grade: 2 large boxes of Kleenex, minimum of twelve #2 pencils, crayons, 2 glue sticks, pencil box, two-pocket folder, shoes for P.E. Third grade: 2 packages wooden pencils (no plastic coated or mechanical pencils, please), crayons, scissors (Fiskars, metal blade), 1 bottle of school glue (white), 2 glue sticks (clear or white), 2 large erasers, 1 yellow Hilighter marker, ruler (with both standard and metric measurements), 2 spiral notebooks, small supply box (cigar-box size), 1 box washable colored markers (optional), 2 EXPO dry erase markers (black), book bag or backpack, art paint shirt (this can be an old, oversized shirt), 2 large boxes of Kleenex tissues, P.E. shoes (non-marking) – please be sure these are free from gravel and stickers Please mark child's name on school supplies Fourth grade: #2 pencils (mechanical or regular), colored pencils, crayons, set of dry-erase markers, set of regular markers, glue bottle, 4 glue sticks, ruler, 3 wide-ruled notebooks, 4 two-pocket folders, pencil box, scissors (sharp point), family size box of tissues, container of Clorox wipes Fifth grade: Pencils, erasable pens (optional), red pens or pencils, colored pencils (at least 8 count), crayons (at least 16 count), pencil box or pouch, glue, ruler, 4 notebooks, 2 pocket folders, loose-leaf lined paper (college rule), scissors Sixth grade: 2 large boxes of tissues, 2 rolls of paper towels, package of all-surface wipes, 7 notebooks (wide-ruled), 5 pencils (mechanical are acceptable if you bring enough lead), 2 erasable ink pens, scissors (adult-size), medium bottle Elmer’s school glue, 3-4 glue sticks (regular size), colored pencils, watercolor markers (fine or medium tip), PE shoes (street shoes not allowed on the new floor)
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Medicine Valley Elementary
Kindergarten: Paint shirt (old adult shirt works well), 2 boxes of 24 crayons, 4 large glue sticks, 2 pocket folders, 1 large bottle of Elmer's white glue, scissors, school box to store supplies, 2 eight-ounce containers of hand sanitizer, towel for rest time (no mats please), backpack to carry items to and from school, two dozen #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 containers of baby wipes, 1 box Ziploc bags (boys: quart bags; girls: gallon bags) 1st grade: School box to store supplies, box of colored pencils, 2 boxes of 24 crayons, one dozen #2 pencils (no mechanical), erasers, scissors, 2 big glue sticks (or 4 small glue sticks), 2 pocket folders for homework, 4 white Expo dry erase markers, eight-ounce container of hand sanitizer Please label everything, not just the boxes, but each item. 2nd grade: Crayons (or colored pencils), scissors, 70 or 100 sheet spiral notebook, paint shirt, pencils (no mechanical), erasers, bottle of Elmer's school glue, glue sticks, small pencil box, pocket folder, ruler, eight-ounce container of hand sanitizer Everything needs to be labeled. 3rd grade: Pencils (no mechanical), pen for correcting assignments, crayons or colored pencils, bottle of glue, notebook paper (loose-leaf), erasers, scissors, 2 spiral notebooks (70 pages), 2 pocket folders, 12-inch ruler with metric markings, washable markers, small box or bag to hold pencils 4th grade: Markers, a dozen #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 red pens, small box or bag to hold pencils, 5 two-pocket folders, package of loose-leaf paper, highlighter, colored pencils, scissors, glue, ruler, 2 large pink erasers, several pen cap erasers, Trapper Keeper, 5 XL book covers* 5th grade: Box of 24 crayons, box of 8 markers, one dozen #2 pencils, pencil topper erasers, 2 XL book covers*, 4 one-size-fits-all book covers*, 2 red pens, 5 two-pocket folders, 1 package of loose-leaf paper, Trapper Keeper, carrying case (for pencils, markers, eraser and colors), mechanical pencils, pencil lead 6th grade: One dozen #2 pencils, 2 red pens, spiral notebook, 2 XL book covers*, 4 one-size-fits-all book covers*, 3 two-pocket folders, 1 package of loose-leaf paper, binder
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Kindergarten – 8th Grade: green St. Patrick polo shirt – required for all students; these are worn at programs, field trips, special occasions, etc. (Order forms will be sent home the first week of school.) Kindergarten: 1 school box (plastic only), 1 eraser, 2 beginner pencils (fat, all wooden only), 2 boxes of tissues, 1 medium size bottle of white school glue, 1 pair scissors (make sure they cut very well before bringing them to school), 1 folder with pockets, 4 large glue sticks, school bag or back pack (with name), 1 notebook, pillow (no bigger than 12"), 1 medium size bottle white school glue, 2 boxes crayons (8 count ONLY) Last name A-L: 1 package napkins (180 count); M-Z: 1 package Clorox Disinfecting Wipes No markers First grade: 1 box of crayons (16 or 24 count), 1 box crayons (16 count) for Religion, school backpack or bag (with name), 4 boxes of tissues, 2 plastic folders with inside pockets, scissors (Children Fiskars), 1 box basic markers (8 count), 1 medium size white school glue, 2 large glue sticks, 1 large eraser, 2 Clorox wipes, 1 Germ-X Hand Sanitizer, # 2 pencils (all wooden only), one 11” x 7” x 2.5” – or – 13.25” x 5” x 2.5” plastic box Please label all items! Second grade: 1 box crayons, 3 boxes of tissues, glue (medium size), 2 Clorox wipes, 2 folders, colored pencils (optional), 1 bottle of hand sanitizer, scissors, twelve #2 pencils (all wooden only), small pencil bag or box, markers, large eraser, package of extra erasers, school backpack or bag (with name), 3 ring binder (2-inch rings) No pens, no eversharp pencils Third grade: # 2 pencils (all wooden only – no clip type), 4 folders with pockets, 4 boxes of tissues, erasers, scissors, markers, school backpack or bag (with name), crayons (16 or 24 count), plastic pencil box or sturdy pencil bag (for crayon/markers), glue (no glue sticks or gel), 4 Clorox Wipes, hand sanitizer No ink pens, no Trapper Keepers, loose-leaf or spiral notebooks Fourth grade: #2 pencils only (all wooden only), 2 Clorox wipes, erasers (pencil & large), 3 boxes of tissues, glue (medium size), 1 glue stick, scissors, 5 folders with pockets, markers, crayons, pencil bag, 3 spiral notebooks No Trapper Keepers Grades 5-8: Glue*, scissors*, 3 boxes of tissues for homeroom*, standard ruler*, markers and colored pencils*, eraser*, red pens*, pencil bag*, pencils (all wooden only), 3-ring binders or Trapper Keeper, paper (loose-leaf only), 1 spiral notebook only for Social Studies bell work, 1 spiral notebook only for English bell work, 2 Clorox wipes and 2 hand sanitizers for homeroom *O.K. to use in all classes No whiteout! Art K – 5: 2 glue sticks, 1 hand sanitizer, 1 package Clorox wipes
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Kindergarten: Book bag, box of 8 regular size crayons, small school box, 2 regular size pencils, small box of Kleenex (no large boxes), small Fiskars scissors with blunt ends, bottle of Elmer’s Glue, 2 glue sticks, eraser, 1 box of crackers or cookies per quarter 1st grade: 1 large package regular sized pencils (prefer no novelty pencils), 4 ounces white glue, 10 glue sticks, 1 eraser, Fiskars scissors, box of 48 crayons, paint shirt, small school box, 2 boxes of crackers 2nd grade: 4 sharpened No. 2 yellow pencils (please no pencils with plastic coating), 1 eraser, Fiskars scissors, box of 24 crayons, small school box, glue bottle, glue stick No markers, no paper, no notebooks or Trapper Keepers 3rd grade: Pencils, eraser, ruler (centimeter and inch markings), crayons or colored pencils, red ink pen, small school box, 1 subject spiral notebook, 2 glue sticks, scissors, 1 pocket folder, 2 large boxes of Kleenex 4th grade: 1 package of college ruled loose leaf notebook paper, 2 erasers, crayons or colored pencils, 4 pencils, scissors, glue sticks, 1 large oatmeal box, glue bottle, 2 large boxes of Kleenex No Trapper Keepers Grades 5-6: Notebooks or notebook paper, journal, folders or a Trapper Keeper, pencils, black or blue pen, red pen, colored pencils, 5 jumbo book covers, glue stick, ruler, pencil bag, eraser, scissors, a one-inch three-ring binder for Science Grades 7-8: Flash drive, notebook for journal and book covers, notebook or notebook paper, calculator with “y to the x” or exponent x key, spiral notebook with pockets, pencils for Math class Science classes: 1 three-ring binder (1-1/2 or 2 inches) High School: Flash drive Algebra I, Geometry and Algebra II: a portfolio folder to hold papers and pencils, a calculator with square root capability and can do trig ratios (sin, cos, tan) Art: 9 x 12 sketch pad Biology and Anatomy: 1 three-ring binder (1-1/2 or 2 inches) English: 1 three-ring binder (1 or 2 inches) Physics: 3-ring notebook, one subject spiral notebook, scientific calculator, ruler, protractor Chemistry: Same as Physics, except no protractor Physical Science: 3-ring notebook, one subject spiral notebook, calculator, ruler General Science II: Notebook Applied Physics: Notebook Accounting: Calculator World History: 1 three-ring binder (1-1/2 or 2 inches) Spanish: 1 three-ring binder (1-1/2 or 2 inches)
Art 6 – 8: 2-inch three-ring notebook or spiral bound sketchbook, 2 glue sticks Music K – 5: 1 box of tissues
Religion 7 – 8: 3 subject notebook
P.E. / recess K – 8: 1 pair tennis shoes (for gym use only) Velcro is nice if student cannot tie their shoes. The shoes do not have to be new. We request only that they be clean and that they are left at school during the year. P.E. grades 5-8: Locks for students who plan on keeping their shoes and clothes at school in the locker room, 1 box of tissues
Please label all materials! It helps considerably when trying to find the owner of a "lost and found" item.
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Elementary
Please remember to mark all your students supplies, coats, jackets, and sweatshirts with his/her name. Preschool: 1 big backpack (no wheels), 1 two pocket folder, 2 single subject notebooks, 2 large boxes of Kleenex, 1 pencil box with lid Kindergarten: 2 large boxes of tissues, 1 box of 16 crayons, 1 box of 8 crayons for shared classroom work, 1 pencil box with lid, 1 big backpack (no wheels), 3 small washable glue sticks, 1 eraser, several sharpened #2 yellow pencils, 1 box of graham crackers, 1 towel for rest time (no mats or large beach towels – storage is very limited), 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class 1st Grade: 1 large backpack (no wheels), 1 pencil box (no bags), 2 large boxes of tissues, 2 erasers, 1 pocket folder, 24 sharpened pencils, 2 large glue sticks, 2 boxes of 24 crayons, 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class 2nd Grade: 5 single subject notebooks (wide rule), 20-24 pencils (no mechanical; do not put your name on them), 2 erasers, 2 packages of 24 crayons, 1 pencil box, 3 large boxes of tissues, 1 glue stick, 3 pocket folders, 1 large backpack (no wheels), 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class 3rd Grade: 1 large backpack (no wheels), 1 pencil bag, 2 boxes of tissues, 24 yellow #2 pencils (no mechanical), pencil-top erasers, 1 glue stick, 4 highlighters of different colors, 5 wide rule single subject notebooks, 4 two-pocket folders, 1 box of 24 crayons, 2 boxes of colored pencils, 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class Do not bring red pens or permanent markers (including Sharpies), Trapper Keepers or binders. No locker decorations. 4th Grade: 1 large backpack (no wheels), 4 large boxes of tissues, 2 red checking pens, 12 pencils, 2 blue pens, 6 single subject notebooks (70 page, solid color notebooks), 1 pocket folder, 1 package white copy paper, 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class Do not bring Trapper Keepers, three ring binders or pencil boxes. 5th Grade: 1 large backpack (no wheels), 3 boxes of tissues, 10 single subject notebooks (70 pages, solid color), 1 package yellow #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 red pens for checking papers, 2 blue pens, 4 pocket folders, eraser, book covers (paper sacks are acceptable), 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class Do not bring pencil boxes, Trapper Keepers or 3-ring binders. 6th Grade: 1 large backpack (no wheels), 6 single subject notebooks (70 pages, solid colored), 3 pocket folders, 4 boxes of tissues, 6 large book covers (paper is fine), 4 red pens for checking papers, 4 blue pens, 12 yellow #2 pencils (no mechanical), 2 erasers, 1 package of white copy paper, 1 pair of tennis shoes for PE class Do not bring pencil boxes, Trapper Keepers or 3-ring binders.
7th – 12th Grades
Spiral notebooks or 3-ring notebook with dividers, folders, book bag, gym bag, blue or black pens, pencils, colored pencils, calculator (type depends on math class) Band Students: woodwinds – two reeds and cork grease; brass – valve oil/slide oil/rotary oil
Maywood Elementary
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Preschool: Box of 8 small crayons, box of 8 washable markers, pencil box, 4 glue sticks Kindergarten: Box of 8 small crayons (please do not bring larger boxes), mat for resting, pencil box, 4 glue sticks, 3-4 pencils with erasers, 1 pencil eraser School will furnish scissors for Kindergarten students. 1st grade: Five #2 pencils, school box, box of 24 crayons, book bag, 4 gluye sticks, 1 spiral notebook (wide-lined), scissors 2nd grade: Box of 24 crayons and/or colored pencils, 2 wide-lined spiral notebooks, 3-4 pencils with erasers, 1 pencil eraser, scissors, 2-3 glue sticks, small bottle of Elmer’s glue, pencil box 3rd grade: Three-ring binder with notebook paper (wide-lined), ruler (with centimeters and inches), box of 24 crayons, box of 8-10 washable markers, 2 glue sticks, four-ounce bottle of glue, eight #2 pencils, two pocket folders, pencil box, scissors 4th grade: Wide-lined notebook paper, #2 pencils, erasers, ball point pens (blue or black, no red), box of 12 colored pencils, box of 24 crayons, glue, scissors, school box, at least 3 pocket folders, one 12-inch ruler (with inches and centimeters) 5th and 6th grades: #2 pencils with eraser heads, 1 pencil eraser, a pencil box, medium point pens (one each of red, blue and black), one 12-count box of colored pencils, 1 hard cover 3-ring notebook (1-1/2” size), two single subject spiral back notebooks, 6 pocket folders, one 12-inch ruler (with inches and centimeters), glue stick, scissors, 2 packages of loose leaf notebook paper (college rule)
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SAMANTHA CRITCHELL AP FASHION WRITER
NEW YORK (AP) — Some kids might look like they are getting dressed in the dark: crazy pattern combinations, clashing colors, and mismatched socks and shoes. Perhaps, though, they are making enlightened fashion choices — choices that represent their personalities and budding senses of style, and encourage fun and even a wink to convention. Eventually, children will start to notice trends, rules and peer pressure, but until then, experts say, let them wear their plaid on plaid, shocking pink with neon orange, and argyle with polka-dots. And different colored socks, of course. They'll look great doing it, if you don't hold them back or challenge their confidence. (This is not giving license to youngsters for an inappropriate wardrobe, just a more creative one.) "Kids are interested in high fashion, and we have to fit that with our motto, which is 'Long Live Fun,'" says Sarah Hough, vice president of design for 77 Kids, a label under the American Eagle umbrella. "Our assortment plays into that. We design not an eclectic mess, but we suggest ways kids can be more individual." Be the sporty girl who'll wear a glittery top, floral denim jeans and canvas high-top sneakers, Hough says. "Our girl can pull off mixing so many patterns and stripes and pieces in a way that we might not be able to do as adults, and the main reason is, she doesn't care what we think." "Everything looks good on children," agrees Cathy Carrington-Birch, Mini
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Boden's buying and merchandising director, who picks corduroy shorts paired with tights as a trend for girls this backto-school season, and brushed tartan cargo pants for boys. "As a result, they're confident enough to try combinations that adults would deem too daring. Once they reach a certain age, they have a very clear idea of what they like," Carrington-Birch says. For now-9-year-old Ryland Doll, that day came early — back in preschool — and he's carved out his own signature look ever since. His mother, Mollie, describes a toddler who always seemed interested in his clothes, favoring "preppy" when he was very young. That soon changed to a look that beats its own drum. "In elementary school, he never wanted socks to match — that would drive me to distraction — but they can't ever be the same color, and now it's shoelaces," says Doll, of Raleigh, N.C. It's not that Ryland doesn't care — that better describes his 6-year-old brother, Beckton, another one who wears those mismatched socks and shoes. Beckton's real specialty is plaid-on-plaid. Ryland, says his mom, is "deliberate about being mishmosh, but the little one does it because he just doesn't care." Doll has grown to love the surf-meetpunk-sort-of-clean-cut look that comes out the door each morning on the boys. "My mom would march me back to my room to change, but I think there are bigger fights to be had, and I'm proud of them that they are doing their own thing," she says. She laughs: It also has made doing the laundry easier. "I used to match all socks so they were paired. Now I just throw
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them in the drawer." Moms often warm up to the crazy combinations once their eyes adjust, observes Lori Twomey, chief merchant of the membership flash-sale website Zulily. How can they resist their little prince or princess who is loving styles that are bright, fun and whimsical? "They'll mix fabrics together and colors that you say, 'They don't go,' but then you see it and all of a sudden it works really well," she says. More good news for parents paying for all this, according to Twomey, is that children have sharp opinions and deep loyalties. While an adult might buy something and then leave it in the closet for months (or years) never sure if it was worth purchasing, kids often want to
wear their new items day after day and, when they've worn it out, they want a very similar thing in the size up. On the flip side, if they don't like it on Day 1, you're probably never getting them in it. Little Miss Matched, the 7-year-old brand that was among the first to package and market such fashion independence, encourages kids to find their voice in an arena that's safe and still respectful. "It's about allowing kids to break the rules — saying you can wear argyle and polka-dot socks — but it's all still mother-approved," says spokeswoman Kerry Brown. And, she adds, her brand does put a lot of thought into the seemingly crazy combinations.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — With her move from Miami already planned, Denia Lopez talked to her young daughters about the good things they were going to find in Washington, and took them to see the school they would attend. Lafayette Elementary School was shuttered for spring break, but the children stretched up on their toes and peeked in the windows. "The little one fell in love with the kindergarten and pre-K area," Lopez said. "She couldn't wait to get here." Moving to a new school can be traumatic for children of any age, but there are things parents can do to help. "Talk about it," said Donna Henderson, a professor of counseling at Wake Forest University. "Talk about both sides of it." A move means trading the known for the unknown, and with that can come grieving for the friends, school and neighborhood left behind, she said. "There are going to be some parts of it that are really scary and that you can't figure out immediately, and that's OK. You're going to figure it out eventually," said Henderson, a self-described "Army brat" who moved frequently growing up. But moving to a new school also is an opportunity for students to "rewrite that story about themselves" if they didn't like the way things were going, she said. "It's a chance to not make the same mistakes again." About 37.5 million people moved between 2009 and 2010,
according to the Census Bureau. Of those, about 6.5 million were school-age children, between 5 and 17. With 12.5 percent of the population on the move, schools are likely to have programs to welcome newcomers, and counselors recommend that parents take advantage of them. Seeing the school before classes begin can help ease anxieties. Sometimes it's the school's counselor or principal who gives new families a tour of the building. Other times, it's the students, as at Sheboygan South High School in Wisconsin. Counselor Steve Schneider said that if the school has advance notice, a new student can shadow a current one for half a day, learning how to navigate things like schedules and lunch time. Orientation programs inform parents about what's available, from extracurricular activities to tutoring and other support services. Once school begins, there may be special activities for new students. Lopez said her children — third-grader Anaily and kindergartner Ayleen — met other new students while taking part in those programs at Lafayette. "They felt better that they were not alone," she said. Joining a club or team also can help the transition for children. "They may not have a place socially at the outset, but you'll have a place if you're doing music or you're doing sports or if you're in a debate club or on a math team," said Betsy Cavendish, whose daughters, Lucy and Margaret Kellogg,
transferred last fall from private school to public schools in Washington, D.C. Margaret, now 14, started Alice Deal Middle School as an eighth-grader; Lucy, now 11, entered Lafayette as a fifthgrader. "In both schools, the extracurricular programs were incredibly welcoming, and both got started off on the cross-country teams in the fall," Cavendish said. Margaret also got involved in musical programs at Deal. The sisters will be making another transition this fall, Margaret to high school and Lucy to middle school. "It's nice for my middleschooler to go to high school with a base of friends that she made this year," Cavendish said. Although transfers at any time can be difficult, counselors say the beginning of the school year usually is easier. "There are always going to be new kids coming in, so you're not alone," Micucci said. Entering midyear can be tougher because friendship groups have already been established. And academically, it may be more difficult in the middle of the year to match the new school's curriculum with that of the old, Schneider said. Still, some parents choose that route and delay moving until the fall because they don't want their child to have a summer in a new neighborhood without friends, Henderson said. Regardless of when the
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No matter their age, starting fresh in a new school is often quite tough on children, but there are ways to ease the transition.
move is made, parents and counselors say it helps if children keep in touch with old friends. "I think if there's any way to maintain some continuity with their old life as they knew it rather than going totally cold turkey, then that's helpful," Cavendish said.
Lopez's daughters are spending the summer in Miami, with their father and old friends. "My older daughter also told me that for her the best thing was to have an e-mail address, and being able to chat and e-mail with her friends and old teachers," Lopez said.
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Scheduling tours during the summer between 10th and 11th grades may come in handy, but note that campus life can look sparse without many students around. No way to visit every campus on your list? Check YOUniveristyTV.com to see if your choice is among more than 3,000 virtual tours available. CampusTours.com offers a more limited selection. Request information packets from chosen schools but keep in mind that glossy brochures and sweeping mission statements don't tell the whole story. Dig deep into department pages on school websites and check out faculty profiles, Merrill said. Seek out students or alumni either online or through friends, family and recruiter visits scheduled nearby or at your high school. By 11th grade, a high schooler should have paid a call on the guidance counselor, though public school counselors are stretched to the limit. They'll meet with you junior year, but the number of visits might be restricted to just a couple, so be well prepared to review your transcript and talk about specific college and financial aid options. Junior year is also the time to schedule the SAT or ACT. The ACT is an achievement test, measuring what a student has learned in school, according to the website of the American College Testing Programs Inc., which administers it. The SAT is
more of an aptitude test, covering reasoning and verbal abilities. The SAT is administered seven times a year — in October, November, December, January, March, May and June, always on Saturday mornings. The ACT is given six times a year — in September, October, December, February, April and June. Special arrangements can be made. Test sites fill up so book early. Both tests cost money but need-based waivers are available. You can take them more than once. Some colleges allow you to send them your best scores but others require the results of all attempts. This is also the year that students consider which teachers, coaches and other grownups they will hit up for letters of recommendation, so make nice. Garber said juniors should begin thinking about the dreaded application essay by keeping a journal or diary. "It's a way for them to think back and ask, 'What are the things in my life that have helped me become who I am, that have set me apart?'" she said. "Starting to be a little self-reflective can lead to essay topics." Some experts suggest putting together a rough draft of the essay junior year and honing it later on. At the very least, the essay shouldn't be left until the last minute. Merrill said students should begin college essays the summer before senior year. "With the pressure of looming application
deadlines still months away, students have the freedom to play around with different ideas, test different angles, and solicit feedback from friends and family." Continue your "education" on how to seek financial aid. Know the difference between needbased aid and merit-based aid, and how to access grants (free money) versus applying for loans that must be repaid. Seek out adult mentors to see you through the application process if your guidance counselor and parents can't handle the job, said Kate Schrauth, executive director of ICouldBe.org, an online educational and career mentoring program for at-risk young people. "So many kids are trying to do this on their own," she said. "It's a lousy proposition for many, many kids." SENIOR YEAR Welcome to the home stretch. Montoya suggests making a master calendar to keep track of test dates, fees and deadlines, including those for retakes of the SAT or ACT and tests on Advanced Placement courses and subjects. College application and financial aid deadlines should be included. So should a list of those who plan to write recommendation letters, whom to ask for transcripts and when they're due. Now's the time to dig into the essay and begin work on applications, including the FAFSA form and scholarships. Let your parents handle the easy stuff like
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filling in names, addresses and the like while you concentrate on the essay and other more personal touches. Many schools use the "common application" but some have their own systems. Regardless, most are filed online. It's also the time to determine whether you'll seek "early decision" at a specific school, meaning you're committed to accept if you get in. Early decision and early action, which is nonbinding but states a strong preference, allow you to apply earlier and hear back early while also applying to other schools. Don't forget to request a final transcript at the end of senior year. And don't think senior year is a time to slack off. "Once the
applications have been submitted, avoid senioritis," consultant Katherine Cohen said. "Senior year grades count!" If a "gap year" is in your future, make sure you understand the deferred enrollment policies of the schools where you're applying. "Use your senior year to refine your search and arrive at a decision," said Edith Waldstein, vice president for enrollment management at Wartburg College in Waverly, Iowa. "What questions remain unanswered? Do you need to go back to campus again to answer them? Use your gut, your heart and your head to know where you will feel at home, where you will be successful academically," she said.
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School attendance: 16 – McCook Daily Gazette
When less than perfect may actually be better MELISSA KOSSLER DUTTON FOR THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
At his daughter's high school graduation ceremony last year, Dr. Anthony Billittier was struck by the number of students receiving awards for perfect attendance. As commissioner of health for Erie County, N.Y., he couldn't help but wonder if any of the students had gone to school sick in order to preserve their attendance record. Billittier was so concerned about the potential health risks that posed that he immediately sent a text message to one of the school board members who were sitting on the stage observing the graduation. Based on his concerns, the Lancaster Central School District stopped giving awards for perfect attendance. "The spread of disease in schools will in many ways impact the entire community," said Billittier. "The diseases we're concerned about spread from person to person, and person to object to person." School districts around the country have been re-examining their attendance policies because of growing concerns about public health. "This is a big issue," said Dr. Georges Benjamin, director of the American Public Health Association in Washington, D.C. "We ought to do a better of job of teaching people when it's appropriate to stay home." Students who go to class sick probably won't learn much, and may delay their recovery, Benjamin said. "If you're obviously ill, you're not going to feel well enough to pay attention," he said. The threat of an H1N1 flu outbreak in fall 2009 prompted the discussion in many districts. That's when the Texas Education Agency encouraged districts to review their policies. A number of schools suspended their awards for perfect attendance, but the
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state did not track how many. Officials in the Peru Central School District in New York also stopped giving perfect attendance awards that year because of concern that kids would come to school with flu symptoms. "We had heard from time to time of children attending school when they were best home in bed," said Superintendent A. Paul Scott. "This allows families to make decisions about what is best for their children." The change in policy does not mean that the district has lowered its expectations for students, Scott said. "We expect perfection," he said. "We'll settle for excellent – and now that is true for our attendance policy." The Peru district has added new honors instead, focusing on academics, citizenship and good character. Concern over H1N1 also prompted the Hillsborough County Public Schools in Tampa, Florida, to end their practice of allowing students with perfect attendance to skip final exams. Rewarding students for perfect attendance while telling them to stay home if they had flu symptoms seemed like a "mixed message," said district spokesman Stephen Hegarty. The district has not reinstated the practice, but did offer the 2011 graduating class another incentive for scoring perfect attendance: The district teamed up with a car dealer to give away a 2011 Toyota Scion to a senior with perfect attendance for the second semester. School officials felt the contest would help combat "senioritis," Hegarty said. With the H1N1 scare abated, the give-away didn't raise any health concerns, he said. And school officials felt that a chance at winning a car wouldn't encourage sick kids to come to school, said Mark Ackett, supervisor of attendance for the district.
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