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LIHSA Fundraiser To Star Broadway Performers Broadway veterans, performers and musicians are spearheading a fundraiser for Nassau BOCES Long Island High School for the Arts (LIHSA). This production—which is packed with Tony winners, nominees and Broadway stars—will take place at the Syosset campus, 239 Cold Spring Rd., at 7 p.m. on March 14.

For more than 40 years, LIHSA has been a training ground for public school students who want to pursue a career in the arts. Most recently, LIHSA gained national attention when Billy Joel held a master class for students and pledged $1 million to help support the program. The benefit will also support Nassau BOCES Doshi STEM Institute, a program for high school students who want to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and math.

The fundraiser, Broadway Supports LIHSA, is being co-produced and directed by Jerome Vivona, Broadway veteran and current artistic director of the American Theater Dance Workshop in New Hyde Park, and Stephen DeAngelis, renowned casting director and the producing artistic director of At This Performance, a concert series showcasing Broadway and Off-Broadway standbys and understudies. They are working with The Campaign for LIHSA, which was created more than a year ago to help raise funds and awareness of the program.

Performers will sing, dance and

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share stories about their experiences in the arts. The evening is scheduled to feature a variety of performers with more than 50 Broadway shows to their credit including Todd Buonopane (Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella; Grease; The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee; Chicago), Nick Rashad Burroughs (Kinky Boots), Jeffry Denman (Irving Berlin’s White Christmas; The Producers; Dream; How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying; Cats), Sara Esty (An American in Paris), Jenny Hill (Something Rotten!; Elf; Spamalot; Seussical), Chad Kimball

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(Tony Award nominee-Memphis; Lennon; Good Vibrations; Into the Woods; The Civil War), Steffanie Leigh (Mary Poppins; Gigi), Lauren Molina (Rock of Ages; Sweeney Todd), Michael Rupert (Tony Award winner/3X Tony Award nominee and Drama Desk Award winner/2X Drama Desk Award nominee-On the Town; Legally Blonde; Ragtime; Falsettos; City of Angels; Mail; Sweet Charity; Shakespeare’s Cabaret; Pippin; The Happy Time), Garen Scribner (An American in Paris), Matt Shingledecker (Wicked; RENT; West Side Story; Spring Awakening), Kaley Ann Voorhees (The Phantom of the Opera) and more. The Steffanie musical director/ Leigh accompanist will be Jon Balcourt (The Book of Mormon).

Visit www. facebook.com/ campaignforlihsa for information about the event or to purchase tickets.

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BY CHRISTY HINKO

CHINKO@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

Stress and anxiety are a normal part of childhood, and every child can develop crippling worries about so many things, including test-taking and social situations. These kinds of worries can manifest into behaviors like withdrawal, shyness, tantrums, compulsive routines and more.

We’ve all heard our mothers or grandmothers say, “He’s going through a phase,” and while phases are temporary and usually harmless, there are other levels of stress and anxiety that trigger fear and avoidance.

Often, there are simple techniques and advice for parenting anxious children. Parents can teach their children coping techniques such as reassurance or breathing exercises.

In extreme cases, anxiety and depression are also treatable, but 80 percent of kids with a diagnosable anxiety disorder and 60 percent of kids with diagnosable depression are not getting treatment, according to the 2015 Child Mind Institute Children’s Mental Health Report (www.childmind.org).

Research shows that untreated children with anxiety disorders are at higher risk to perform poorly in

Helping Your Kids Overcome Test-taking And Social Anxieties

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to be manipulative, but just because that’s how she feels—and her parents whisk her out of there, or remove the thing she’s afraid of, she’s learned that coping mechanism, and that cycle has the potential to repeat itself.

You can’t promise a child that her fears are unrealistic—that she won’t fail a test, that she’ll have fun ice skating, or that another child won’t laugh at her during show & tell. But you can express confidence that she’s going to be okay, she will be able to manage it, and that, as she faces her fears, the anxiety level will drop over time. This gives her confidence that your expectations are realistic, and that you’re not going to ask her to do something she can’t handle.

It’s important to understand that validation doesn’t always mean agreement. So if a child is terrified about going to the doctor because she’s due for a shot, you don’t want to belittle her fears, but you also don’t want to amplify them. You want to listen and be empathetic, help her understand what she’s anxious about, and encourage her to feel that she can face her fears. The message you want to send is, “I know you’re scared and that’s okay,” and “I’m here and I’m going to help you get through this.”

Even the most well-meaning parents can exacerbate their child’s anxiety unintentionally. This usually happens when parents, anticipating their child’s fears, try to protect her from them. Visit www.adaa.org/ living-with-anxiety/children (Anxiety and Depression Association of America) for more information about children and anxiety.

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Social Skills For All

BY ALISON GILBERT SPECIALSECTIONS@ANTONMEDIAGROUP.COM

Sitting at a meal with friends, it’s hard not to notice the cell phone adjacent to each of our dinner plates. For every personal verbal exchange it seems there is an almost equal number of impersonal texts impolitely answered at the dinner table. Today our technology, rather than our intonation and subtle nonverbal cues, seems to serve as the primary source of communication with relatives, friends and foes alike. While our instinct to make instant faceless transactions grows (regarding anything from our mood and clothing to a simple impulsive thought), our opportunity to read facial expressions and subtle social cues dwindles. For adults living in this era, the transition to technology has not interfered with the ability to read social cues—at least as far as we know. For children, however, who are tech-savvy at the age of 3 or 4, there are potential gaps in acquiring basic interpersonal social skills. Indeed, the anonymity that the Internet provides can lead to the numbing of empathy and destructive cyber-bullying.

Many public schools have identified the need for social skills training among young people, but, surprisingly,

have limited enrollment in social skills groups.

How could this be?

Wouldn’t parents jump at the chance for the extra attention and skill building for their child, especially when face to face social opportunities seem to be decreasing?

After all, social skills are a crucial part of social emotional development;

they take time to develop and can be protective. Given that parents often reach out to me as both a friend and clinician, seeking reassurance about the normalcy of their child’s social interactions, I find it puzzling that social skills groups are not a priority.

How can we give our children the most enriching social experience possible, and why should we make it a priority?

1. Since social skills can be acquired through small group instruction, take advantage of these programs where they exist. If your school district doesn’t offer one, suggest that they start one.

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2. Consider that a social skills group is a unique opportunity to build upon and enhance an existing yet underdeveloped repertoire of skills.

3. Consider how greater familiarity and practice in appropriate social interaction can be protective against bullying. The more practice, the greater the repertoire of skills for entering a variety of social settings.

4. Consider the social emotional strengths of children and how a skills group could enhance their ability to express themselves, their creativity and individuality. If we nurture the appropriate self-expression, we instill pride and self-confidence in them while helping to enrich our society.

Social skills are necessary. They allow us to enlist support and prevent the social isolation that often triggers depression. Our focus on technology requires that we turn our attention to enhancing appropriate social interaction through greater social training opportunities, especially in our public school system where the most children can be reached.

Alison Gilbert, Ph.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist and a clinical assistant professor at Hofstra University School of Medicine.

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Positive Parenting Workshops

North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center is pleased to announce that we will be hosting our second in a series of free monthly “Positive Parenting Workshops” in conjunction with Cohen Children’s Medical Center, part of Northwell Health, formerly the North Shore-LIJ Health System. Each workshop will be held at the Guidance Center’s Marks Family Right from the Start Center, located at 80 North Service Rd. of the Long Island Expressway, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. A pediatrician from

Northwell Health will speak at each workshop and also take questions from the audience.

The March 8 workshop is titled “Feeding Difficulties: When to get picky about picky eaters”. It will focus on how to help parents determine if their child’s resistance to certain foods is a behavioral issue or if there might be a medical reason causing the problem.

“Many parents complain that their children are picky eaters, but it’s often difficult for a parent to know if their child is just being ‘fussy’ or if there may be an underlying medical

condition,” says Dr. Toni Webster, assistant professor of pediatrics, division of pediatric gastroenterology and nutrition, Cohen Children’s Medical Center at Northwell Health.

“Some issues that come up frequently in my practice involve issues such as abdominal pain, lactose intolerance, constipation, irritable bowel syndrome and other gastro-related issues that might be creating what appears to be finicky behavior.”

Dr. Reena Nandi, director of psychiatric services at North Shore Child & Family Guidance Center, is excited

about the free monthly positive parenting workshop series and the wide range of important topics it will cover for parents with children of all ages.

The March 8 series will cover universal issues that all parents deal with,” she said. “Helping discover if your child is simply fussy about their food choices or has a medical issue is of critical importance to their well-being.”

The April 12 workshop will cover orthopedic issues, including how to protect your child from sports-related injuries. Visit www.northshorechildguidance.org for more information.

Hofstra Hosts STEM/STEAM Fair On March 12 Fair on Saturday, March 12, from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Breslin Hall on the university’s south campus. The fair will feature hands-on demonstrations of 3D printing, Oculus Rift, video game design, coding with Raspberry Pi, mobile app development, robotics, engineering and more.

At this free event, parents and youngsters in grades 2-12 can learn more about the many

STEM/STEAM courses offered year-round on the Hofstra University campus. The event will feature displays of recent innovations in technology as well as the chance to speak with instructors and on-site program registration.

Visit www.ce.hofstra.edu/STEM-STEAM to register for the event or for more information about Hofstra’s STEM-STEAM programming opportunities.

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STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) is evolving into STEAM (STEM + Art) because today’s K-12 students need to be prepared for the workforce of the future and the arts teach young people many of the integral skills needed to thrive in the 21st century workplace. Hofstra University Continuing Education and Hofstra Summer Camps will host its first annual STEM/STEAM

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Nassau BOCES Honors Plaza Theatrical Productions Plaza Theatrical Productions is being lauded as one of the most devoted supporters of public education on Long Island. The center is among 13 honorees to receive the 2016 Nassau BOCES Education Partner award, bestowed annually on those individuals and organizations whose impact on public education in Nassau County can be measured in tangible ways.

A strategic education partner with school districts since 1967, Nassau BOCES created the awards program to recognize those who share its mission of ensuring a successful, challenging, caring and safe environment that enables students of all ages and abilities to achieve their maximum potential.

These outstanding individuals and organizations have made strides to accomplishing key educational goals embraced by Nassau BOCES, such as ensuring student success.

Plaza Theatrical Productions, founded in 1983, will be honored at the awards gala held in April by the Nassau BOCES Educational Foundation. The Foundation is an independent non-profit organization that raises funds for innovative

educational programs that fall outside of the agency’s budget.

For more than 30 years, Plaza Theatrical Productions has supported the cultural development of the Long Island school community through its annual series and programs. Research has shown that arts education provides students with essential communication and creative tools that last a lifetime, encouraging important traits like expression, focus, tolerance, perception, openness, articulation, confidence, awareness, motivation and self-esteem.

Plaza’s Arts-in-Education program presents stage adaptations of literary works for elementary, middle and high school students. Each production is followed by a meet-and-greet with the actors, a question-and-answer session, or an interactive workshop.

The program includes an education guide that provides pre- and post-theatre lessons for teachers to incorporate into their classrooms.

After the show, students are invited to participate in a learning activity, such as becoming one of the characters or performing as an “extra” onstage.

Kevin Harrington The Performing Arts Academy offers performance workshops for K-12 students. In addition, Plaza partners with Nassau County elementary schools to offer after-school performance workshops that culminate in fully staged productions, as well as intensive musical theatre workshops to enrich summer programs. Plaza also provides scenery and props to

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local public schools at no cost, to help enhance their theatre programs.

The Community Broadway Series provides quality family theatrical events through live performances in public libraries and outdoor venues in a variety of Long Island parks.

On Sunday mornings, Plaza offers a theatrical workshop for adults with disabilities entitled, “Broadway: Our Way.” “Plaza Theatrical Productions impacts public education by supporting the artistic processes of creating, performing, responding and connecting, thus building better lives for students in Nassau County,” wrote Plaza’s award nominator.

“Some children seem born to entertain, while others simply love to sing, act and express their creativity,” said Plaza President Kevin Harrington. “There is an important place for everyone in Plaza Theatrical Productions.”

Visit www.nassauboces.org/educationpartner for more information about the Nassau BOCES Education Partner awards, including profiles of prior year honorees.

Athletic Department SUMMER 2016 SPORTS CAMPS: Basketball – CC/Track – Lacrosse – Soccer – Softball – Volleyball Come experience Sacred Heart Academy’s campus while learning from our coaches and current and former players.

Work on individual skills and develop team play, all in a small group setting.

BASKETBALL

Girls Entering Grades 6th-9th July 12th – 14th 5:30pm-8:30pm Sacred Heart Academy Gym; Cost: $145 Coaches: Dennis O’Brien, Bobby Speck and Morgan O’Connor ’02

VOLLEYBALL

Girls Entering Grades 6th-9th July 12th – 14th 9am-Noon Sacred Heart Academy Gym; Cost: $145 Coach: Liz Hauser ’10

LACROSSE

Girls Entering Grades 2nd-9th July 18th – 21st 9am-Noon Four Sisters Field – Sacred Heart Academy; Cost: $185 Coach: Morgan O’Connor ’02

SOCCER

Girls Entering 6th-9th 2pm-4:45pm Girls Entering 10th – 12th 5:00pm-7:45pm August 15th-19th Fours Sisters Field – Sacred Heart Academy; Cost: $205 Coaches: Peter Bralower and Bobby Speck P ’05, ’07, ’11

SOFTBALL

Girls Entering Grades 6th-9th July 26th – 28th 9am-Noon Four Sisters Field – Sacred Heart Academy; Cost: $145 Coaches: Theresa Longenecker, Jo-Ann Borst ’06 and Dennis DeBorger

CROSS COUNTRY-TRACK

Girls Entering Grades 6th-9th August 16th – 18th 9am-11am Fours Sisters Field – Sacred Heart Academy; Cost: $105 Coach: Morgan O’Connor and Meg Keane ’02

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Please visit http://www.sacredheartacademyhempstead.org/main/Athletics/AthleticCamps2016 to register. All camps have limited enrollment. If a camp session is full you will be notified and placed on a wait list. If an opening becomes available we will notify you by email. Transportation and meals are not provided.

For more information please email athleticcamps@sacredheartacademyhempstead.org or call Morgan O’Connor at (516) 483-7383 ex. 430.

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HOME POOL. Welcome to Long Island Aquatic Club. The Home Pool. Home Rules. Home Schooled.

The Long Island Way. Born and raised on Long Island, this is our story: • Long Island Aquatic Club Coach Ginny Nussbaum is one of the top 10 in the U.S. 2015 by American Swim Coaches Association.

• Long Island Aquatic Club has competed in the last five United States Swimming Olympic Trials with 17 different swimmers.

• Long Island Aquatic Club founder Dave Ferris is a SwimAmerica Program Director and a Level 5 USA Swimming coach, the highest level awarded.

• Long Island Aquatic Club has won an unprecedented 15 consecutive Junior Metropolitan Team Championships.

• Long Island Aquatic Club 11-12 year-old girls set 4×100 age group Freestyle USA National Record in 2015.

• Long Island Aquatic Club has finished 2nd in the country at the USA Junior National Championships twice in the last 15 years.

• Long Island Aquatic Club finished 14th out of 2500 USA Swim Clubs in the 2015 Long Course Season in USA Swimming Virtual Club Championship.

• Long Island Aquatic Club has sent swimmers to over 100 university swim programs, including all eight Ivy League schools.

Why? Dave and Ginny, two of the top coaches in the US, make sure that kids are taught from the beginning the right way to swim. Because we believe every child on Long Island could be a scholarship winner, an Olympian or a lifelong swimmer.

Long Island Aquatic Club coaches are so great with young ones that kids want to swim.

That’s how you do it in your own backyard.

This is the Home Pool. We grow swimmers in Long Island and we take care of our kids.

Visit longislandswimschool.com or call 516-378-8467.

Locations in Garden City and Syosset. Programs for children ages 1-15.

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