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Schools putting social needs first Mental health, emotional development seen as key By KATHLEEN MOORE

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Hoffman Car Wash Pays Tribute to Service Men & Women in Big Way CAPITAL DISTRICT For the 17th consecutive year, Hoffman Car Wash will show appreciation to the men and women who serve or have served the United States of America. On Friday, November 11th, all active, retired, and honorably discharged military personnel will receive a free car wash at any of the 23 Exterior or Full Service Hoffman Car Wash locations. Military personnel are not required to present ID; the event will be run on the honor system. Since 2006, Hoffman Car Wash has washed approximately 62,000 vehicles belonging to service men and women during the Veterans Day event. Information regarding the free wash is available online at hoffmancarwash. com/veterans-day. The event is part of Hoffman Car Wash’s “Practice Kindness” initiative to spread positivity and goodwill in the communities it serves. In 2022, Hoffman Car Wash has supported Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless (IPH), Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), and the ALS Regional Center. Hoffman Car Wash also hosted free wash events for all first responders and hospital personnel on September 11th and for anyone who donated a non-perishable item during the semi-annual Food Drive in June and October. Hoffman Car Wash also supports many non-profits and youth organizations through its Helping Hands Fundraising program.

Some school districts are putting students’ social needs above academics, saying they must address that before they can effectively teach anyone. “At the end of the day, we can’t teach a stitch of content until our kids are in a sound state of mind,” said Mechanicville Superintendent Kevin Kolakowski. At Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School, all sixth graders take a class on becoming a better person. In high school, they can take an elective in positive psychology, a more rigorous version of the sixth grade class. Every student also spends 13 minutes a day on a Project Positivity activity. The district extended its day to fit that in at the end of second period. In the Coxsackie-Athens school district, district officials added a program with a social worker for students who struggled to get to school on time. In the program, the students can have a different school start time, and get direct help with mental health. “We know not every kid is most successful when following a traditional 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. school schedule. Our FLEX program is designed to provide not just academic support but also mental health support,” the district wrote in a national explanation of its programs. Coxsackie-Athens was one of 13 school districts, nationwide, designated as a “Lighthouse” district for its social-emotional work and other examples of “positive change in public education.” The award was given by the School Superintendents Association.

School officials have reported a huge increase in fights, threats and absenteeism since the pandemic began. Many officials point to the shutdown, which for many students began in March 2020 and continued with virtual school until all schools reopened in September 2021. “It’s incredibly unfortunate where our kids and staff are right now,” said Mechanicville Junior/ Senior High School Principal Mike Mitchell. “We are doing a good job of calming the waters, but our professionals are leaving tired.” The school is for sixth through LORI VAN BUREN / TIMES UNION 12th grades. In sixth grade, students Mechanicville is one of several districts making big changes to now take a required class called “self the way schools are run in an effort to meet the social-emotional improvement lab.” needs of its students. “That’s 40 minutes every day with one of our English teachers that punishing a student for misbehavior is going to talks about how to be a better person, how to magically help them develop that skill. be a better you,” he said. “If kid struggles in math, we give him acaIn high school, students can choose to take demic intervention in math,” he said, so why that to the next level. Positive Psychology is a not for behavior as well? class that is offered at Yale University. It’s the Besides, he said, teachers can’t expect most popular class ever offered at the universi- students to have mastered social development ty, according to Yale, which made it free online. while isolated at home. The idea of teaching people how to be happier “Their social development was paused for through better habits, behavior and mindset two years and now we expect everyone to changes caught Mitchell’s attention. say the right thing?” he said. “Education has “So we got textbooks and I hired a gentlechanged. The adults, we have to role model and man who is a ball of energy,” he said. be strong active listeners and hear our kids.” Students learn about perseverance and how “It’s incredibly unfortunate where our kids to be open-minded. and staff are right now. We are doing a good job “The return on investment and the educaof calming the waters, but our professionals tion our students are receiving in there, it’s are leaving tired.” going to be valuable for life,” Mitchell said. — Mechanicville Junior/Senior He considers social-emotional development High School Principal to be a skill like any other, and he doesn’t think Mike Mitchell

Issues cited at youth facility Two state agencies open investigations into death of Caprist McBrown, 19 By STEVE HUGHES

COLONIE — The secure facility where a 19-year-old died last week has struggled with staffing and safety issues for at least the past year, including losing two executive directors in less than four months. Two state agencies have opened investigations into the Oct. 27 death of Caprist McBrown, who spent more than two years at the Capital Region Secure Juvenile Detention Facility while he awaited trial for his alleged role in the fatal shooting of a Schenectady woman. Authorities have not said what caused McBrown’s death, but foul play is not suspected. In February, the state Office of Children and Family Services stepped in to force changes at the facility after discovering a number of issues during an inspection. Berkshire Farm Center & Services for Youth, the nonprofit contracted to operate the center, was put under increased evaluation and a performance improve-

ment plan as a result of the inspection, according to a review of the meetings of the Capital District Youth Center, the not-for-profit public corporation that administers the facility. The problems at the facility have included a lack of staff, unsanitary bathrooms, lack of space and reduced educational and recreational opportunities for the teenagers it was charged with overseeing, according to the discussions at the meetings. At least one resident was put on suicide watch and hospitalized. McBrown’s death comes as the facility prepares to undergo a major renovation and expansion project to comply with regulations related to the state’s “Raise the Age” law, which mandates that most young offenders be housed separately from adults during pretrial detention. The facility’s most recent executive director, Dominic Ruggeri, was hired to fix many of the issues the state had identified. He lasted just six weeks on the job before going on administrative leave after a human resources complaint was filed against him. Ruggeri formally left the position on last Tuesday.

“That place is an absolute mess — the Geneva Convention wouldn’t let kids stay there,” Ruggeri said, referring to the international treaties that define humane treatment for prisoners of war. Ruggeri said he had been in Ohio for a training session when McBrown died. He did not have information on what might have led to his death. Julie Brennan, a spokeswoman for Berkshire Farms, said the organization was deeply saddened about the death. She declined to talk about it further, citing privacy laws governing a facility for minors. When asked about the problems at the facility and what Berkshire had done to remedy them, Brennan repeated that Berkshire Farms was deeply saddened about the death, and refused further comment. Earlier last week, a spokesman for the Office of Children and Family Services said both the Justice Center for the Protection of People with Special Needs and the state Commission of Correction have opened investigations into McBrown’s death. The fatality will be the first Justice Cen-

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The Capital District Juvenile Secure Detention Facility in Colonie is being renovated and expanded to comply with the Raise the Age law.

ter investigation into a juvenile detention facility since the state entity was founded in 2013 to oversee state-operated, -licensed or -certified programs and facilities. A cause of death isn’t expected for several weeks, according to Colonie police. The department has refused to identify him, citing privacy laws around facilities that house minors. A relative of McBrown, who is from Middletown, declined to comment. His attorney declined comment as well. The Times Union was able to identify McBrown after Schenectady County District Attorney Bob Carney said last week that the person who died had been 17 years old when they were charged in connection with the Aug. 2, 2020, shooting death of Jennifer Ostrander. The 31-year-old was shot while she sat on a porch on Sixth Avenue in Schenectady. McBrown had been in the facility for juvenile criminal suspects since his arrest the day after the shooting. Three other men — Joel Johnson, Tito

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Soroptimists Offering $5,000 “Live Your Dream” Award SARATOGA COUNTY - Women who are providing the primary source of financial support for their families while pursuing their education are encouraged to apply for the Soroptimist “Live Your Dream” award. Soroptimist International of Saratoga County, a volunteer organization for business and professional women, is offering grants up to $5,000 for any costs related to pursuing an education. The firstplace award recipient is also eligible for additional awards at the regional and international Soroptimist levels. Eligible applicants must: · Demonstrate financial need · Be accepted or enrolled in an undergraduate or vocational skills training program · Live in or near Saratoga County Applications must be submitted by Nov. 15, 2022. For more information and a link to the online application go to:

https://www.soroptimist. org/our-work/live-yourdream-awards/applyfor-the-live-your-dreamawards.html. For assistance with the application process, e-mail liveyourdreamsaratoga@ gmail.com with questions or to request a mentor. Research on the impact of the “Live Your Dream” Award has shown that investing in educational opportunities for women results in a “multiplier” effect for their families and communities. Not only does this program enable women to secure higher paying employment and a raised standard of living, it increases the likelihood that their children will obtain an education and secure a future of economic independence and success. For more information: www.soroptimistsaratoga. org.

Comedy Show! “North Country Comedy Tour” Fundraising Show for After The Fire, Inc. SARATOGA - A Volunteer, Non-Profit Organization Helping People In Saratog County Who Have Been Victims Of Fire In Their Home. Emcee – Mikael Gregg Headliner – Brad Lowery Feature –Pat Dabiere Saratoga Holiday Inn – 232 Broadway, Saratoga Springs, Sat., Nov. 19th Dinner 6 Pm, Show 8 Pm Dinner & Show - $60 Show Only Advanced Sale - $25 Show Only At The Door-$30 Call 518-581-1823 To Reserve Your Tickets Now!!

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Children’s Committee is a nonprofit organization that helps children and families in Saratoga County. The Empty Stocking Project provides holiday gifts and necessities to about 900 children and teens each year. Generous people and organizations sponsor a child by purchasing gifts from the child’s “wish list”. If you are willing to sponsor a child or for more information please call Kathy Kelly at 399-6629 or go to our website www. saratogachildrenscommittee.org. Cash donations are always appreciated and may be sent to The Saratoga County Children’s Committee, P.O. Box 1254, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866.

Small Business Saturday at Mechanicville Library MECHANICVILLE On November 26th from 9 am - 2 pm, we will be hosting local vendors and crafters here in the Mechanicville Library. Drop in and check out! If you are a small business owner who would like would like to join us for our event & receive free marketing to help introduce yourself to local customers, please give us a call or email us at MechanicvilleLibrary@ yahoo.com Mechanicville District Public Library 190 N. Main St. Mechanicville, NY 12118 518-664-4646 • meclib. sals.edu

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The value dogs bring to a home is undeniable. Dog owners and their families may welcome a new dog with open arms because they recognize these pets provide unconditional love and can make their human companions smile no matter what else is going on in their lives. However, other dogs may be considerably less enthusiastic about rolling out the proverbial welcome mat to another furry member of the family. In recognition of the potential difficulties of welcoming a new dog into a home where a dog already lives, the Humane Society of the United States and the American Kennel Club offer these suggestions to help dogs get along from the moment they meet. • Make introductions on neutral territory. The HSUS recommends familiarizing dogs with one another outdoors. Outdoors is neutral territory, so a dog that’s already well-established in a home is less likely to feel threatened here than if it meets its new housemate indoors in an area it already thinks is its own. The HSUS recommends walking dogs separately on a leash during this introduction, ideally at a distance where they can see each other but are not provoked by the other’s presence. Carry treats and reward the dogs for seeing each other. • Keep a watchful eye on body language. The HSUS notes that hair standing up on a dog’s back, teeth baring, growling, a stiff-legged gait, or a prolonged stare indicate a defensive or wary response from a dog. The sight of these postures merits an immediate interruption to the interaction. If dogs respond in a more relaxed and comfortable way during the introduction, the distance between them can be reduced, though owners should still be mindful of their body language. • Recognize puppies and older dogs may react differently. The AKC notes that puppies are developing communication skills, so they may not recognize the rules that older dogs are trying to establish. So a puppy may be willing to play with an older, larger dog, while the older dog may growl at its younger companion. The AKC notes that this is alright so long as the older dog does not become aggressive and injure the puppy. Growling can help the younger puppy learn and can be an effective way for the older dog to communicate. • Separate the dogs during initial inside introductions. The HSUS recommends using a sturdy and tall baby gate to separate dogs when introducing them inside. Watch how they interact with this barrier in place and reinforce positive interactions with treats. Introducing a new dog to a home where a dog already lives can be challenging. But various strategies can help such interactions go smoothly.

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AROUND YOUR COMMUNITY Southern Saratoga Art Society CAPITAL DISTRICT - Artists and members of SSAS are exhibiting throughout the area. The Town of Clifton Park Lobby, 1 Town Hall Plaza, Tel.#: 518-371-6651, Ext. 240, will feature artist Faith Weldon during the months of November and December, 2022. The Clifton Park Senior Community Center Gallery, 6 Clifton Common Ct., Tel.#:518-383-1343, will be hosting members of SSAS in a show called “Seasons”, which showcases the elegance of Spring, the passion of Summer, the subtlety of Autumn and the harshness of Winter during the months of November and December, 2022. The Mechanicville Library, 190 N. Main Street, Tel.#:518-664-4646, will feature artist, Karen Zimmer for the months of November and December, 2022. Visit these venues and enjoy the artwork of these various artists. For more information about SSAS visit our website: southernsaratogaartist. com or check us out on Facebook.

Annual Christmas Sale at First United Methodist Church of Delmar DELMAR - “It’s Beginning to Look A Lot Like Christmas” Just as our local stores will soon be selling Christmas merchandise, so will First United Methodist Church of Delmar! On Saturday, November 12th, from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm our fellowship hall will be filled with artificial trees, decora-

tions, wrapping supplies, and all sorts of Christmasy things. Come stock up on gifts and supplies. If you have Christmas items to donate, they can be dropped off at our donation shed up through Saturday, November 5th. Please be kind to your fellow shoppers and our workers by following social distancing while shopping. We follow Albany County Guidelines regarding wearing of masks; current recommendations are to wear masks indoors. The church is located at 428 Kenwood Ave, Delmar, NY 12054

Monthly Indoor Christmas Craft and Garage Sale SARATOGA / WILTON - On Sunday, November 13th, from 11-3 pm the popular Elks Ladies Auxiliary Indoor Craft and Garage Sale will take place at the Saratoga-Wilton Elks Club off Maple Avenue on Elks Lane. Admission is free with over 40 vendors; parking is great, bargains galore, and lunch, We offer household items, sports equipment, hand-made items, clothing, jewelry, party vendors, pet supplies, food treats, body health, and gifts, lots of perfect Christmas Gifts. Just about anything you can imagine may be found here. New vendors sign up every month. Snow or rain, the sales go on and it is a fun activity the entire family can enjoy. Come browse, visit, eat, or just get out of the house with a friend. All proceeds go to our local charities. All markets are held the fourth Sunday of each month: except November, December, May, June, July, and August. Next

sale dates will be; November 27th, January 22, February 26, and March 26, 2023. An 8 foot table and chairs are just $15. Call Debbie at (518) 885-6506 or email dozolins@nycap. rr.com for information or to sign up for a table(s).

“Expanding” A Two Month Show and Sale of Eclectic Art in a Wide Variety of Media and Techniq ues. ALBANY - Dozens of the area’s finest artists will be represented in this newly expanded gallery space. Gallery hours MTWF 12-6, Thurs 12-8, Sat 10-3 or by appointment. Closed Sundays Special “Meet-the-Artists” night on Friday October 7th, 5:30-8pm. Event runs through November 28th. Art Associates Gallery 21 Railroad Avenue, Albany 12205. 518-459-1307

Bethlehem Grange 137 Turkey Dinner and Craft Fair BETHLEHEM - Saturday 11/12/22 Turkey Dinner includes Mashed Potatoes, Dressing and Gravy, Vegetable, Cranberry Sauce, and Dessert. Dinner is being served 3:30-6PM. This is Take-Out Only! Please Pre-Order your dinners by Thursday 11/10/22 by calling Carol Carpenter at 518-421-1384. Please make sure your phone number is displayed for a return confirmation phone call. All Dinners Will be Available for Pick-up at Bethlehem Grange 137 24 Bridge St, Selkirk, NY 12158. Bethlehem Grange 137 is Handi-

cap Accessible. Saturday 12/10/22 Craft Fair and Girl Scout Bake Sale 9-3PM at Bethlehem Grange 137. We’re Handicap Accessible. Lots of different crafts to check out and finish your holiday shopping. Plenty of Convenient Parking. 2 Handicap Ramps for easy access. For additional information, please call or text Jackie at 518-810-6031. We’re located at 24 Bridge St., Selkirk, NY 12158

The Latham-Colonie Columbiettes are Hosting a Breakfast Buffet LATHAM - Sunday, November 13th, 2022 from 8:30 am to 11:30 am at the Latham-Colonie Knights of Columbus Council, 328 Troy-Schenectady Road, Latham, N.Y. 12110. Menu includes; Scrambled Eggs, an Omelet Station, Home Fries, Corned Beef Hash, Bacon and Sausage, Pancakes and French Toast served w/ Warm syrup, A Variety of Cereals and Juices, Bananas and Hot Tea, Coffee or Hot Chocolate. *$12 Adults, $6 Children (5-10) and under 5 Free! www.lathamcoloniekofc.com/dinners&events

Red Cross Blood Drive ALPLAUS - Tuesday, Nov. 15 from 2-7 pm Alplaus Firehouse, 309 Alplaus Ave, Alplaus, NY 12008 To schedule an appointment please call 1-800-REDCROSS or visit www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code: AlplausFire Sponsored by the Alplaus Ladies Auxiliary.

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Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner WATERFORD –A free Thanksgiving Dinner dine-in will be with Messy Church activities at 2 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20 .at Grace Church, 36 Third St. Take-out will be from 3 to 4 p.m. Messy Church provides an opportunity for people of all ages to worship together in a fun and creative way. Fun activities with a Biblical theme are planned. Reservations are recommended no later than Nov. 16.To make a reservation, call (518) 237-7370 or email dcndenise5.30@ gmail.com. Leave name, phone number and number of meals requested. The Rev. Kathy Alonge-Coons celebrates the Holy Eucharist at 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. Sundays. Deacon Denise Moore assists. An Adult Christian Education program begins at 8:30 a.m. A coffee hour follows each service.

Amity Reformed Church Holly Berry Christmas Sale VISCHER FERRY - Amity Reformed Church 335 Riverview Road in Vischer Ferry will be hosting it’s annual Holly Berry Christmas Sale on Saturday November 19 from 9 am to 3 pm. Come shop for unique treasures from Christmas past: decorations, jewelry, glassware, ornaments, and crafts or visit the bake sale room which will be well stocked with homemade pies, breads, and cookies just in time for Thanksgiving or to freeze for the Christmas holiday season. Our Sunday School stu-

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St. Mary’s Waterford Indoor Farmer’s Market WATERFORD - St. Mary’s Altar Society will hold an Indoor Farmers Market and Bake Sale on Sunday, November 20th in St. Mary’s Parish Hall, located on the corner of Sixth and Division Streets, Waterford from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. This event, sponsored by St. Mary’s Altar Society and the Waterford Harbor Farmers Market, will feature produce, art, gifts, honey, maple products, soap, sauces, books, raffles, baked goods, crafts and more!

Hispanic and International Ministry at Clifton Park Center Baptist Church CLIFTON PARK - Clifton Park Center Baptist Church offers an outreach program for Hispanics and Internationals in the area. It is a time of fellowship and Bible Study on Mondays @ 7:00pm. It is offered in English and in Spanish. The church is located at 713 Clifton Park Center Road in Clifton Park, NY. Please contact Rev. Damaris Cami-Staples at (518)371-6023 if you have any questions.

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Senior November Dining Events at Colonie Senior Service Centers COLONIE - Join us for a hot meal at The Beltrone Living Center Monday – Friday at noon. This program is funded in part by the Albany County Dept. for Aging, NYS Office for the Aging, Administration for Community Living, Town of Colonie and participant contributions. This program is an equal opportunity provider. Suggested donation of $3, and registration and reservations are required. Call 518-459-2857 x 303. November 4th at Noon: Special Lunch: Join us for an

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ers, which reportedly were unclean and had deteriorated to the point of being unsafe. Berkshire Farm had to hire an outside janitorial company until a maintenance employee could be hired; the showers were painted with an epoxy paint to make them easier to clean. Several months after the state inspection, the facility’s executive director at the time, Joseph Mancini, submitted his resignation and retired effective July 31. Berkshire Farm appeared to move aggressively to shore up its staffing problem, including offering sign-on bonuses, according to job postings on LinkedIn. Ruggeri, who was hired after Mancini left, said new staff were trained quickly, shadowing other employees for a week before being put out on the floor. HOROSCOPE Ruggeri previously worked as the director for residenWeek Of November 13, 2022 tial services for Equinox, an Albany-based nonprofit. He SCORPIO – ARIES – Mar 21/Apr 20 said the facility’s bathrooms and residential spaces were Oct 24/Nov 22 You may become impatient in terrible shape and hadn’t been properly maintained, Brace yourself, Scorpio, as with the slow progress of a though the problems extended beyond basic mainthings could get a bit wild project at work, Aries. Before tenance. He said that, on more than one occasion, he this week. Energy levels rise you get your feathers all caught staff members sleeping on the job. and tempers may flare. Figure ruffled, figure out if bringing Ruggeri said he fought to change the culture of the out the best way to stay calm more people on the team may facility but received pushback from some staffers who amid this confusion. help. disagreed with his management style. That resulted in a – TAURUS – Apr 21/May 1/8 21 pageSAGITTARIUS ad: Nov 23/Dec 21 It may have taken a while, complaint filed with Berkshire Farms’ human resources Plenty of good vibes are but you’ll start to see some department, accusing him of discrimination. Ruggeri 3.22” w coming your way, Sagittarius. results from actions you said he was placed on administrative leave before being You just need to figure out if initiated weeks ago, Taurus. cleared of the allegations, but the two sides agreed to 7.5” l you’re going to share some Your steady pace will pay off part ways on Tuesday. good fortune with others and in a big way. “There was no accountability,” he said. “I went in and occur. GEMINI – May 22/Jun 21 Email aswhen PDFthattowillTheresa LaPoint did everything they wanted me to do, and they wouldn’t CAPRICORN – Lean on all of your social back me.” Dec 22/Jan 20 contacts this week, Gemini. There was no accountability. I went in and did everyA sweet connection with If you’re looking to get out someone else could happen of the house and have fun, thing they wanted me to do, and they wouldn’t back me.” this week, Capricorn. This they will probably have some — Dominic Ruggeri, the facility‘s most recent execumay be the start of a lasting ideas on where to go. tive director CANCER – Jun 22/Jul 22 Be on guard with issues concerning your love life and relationships, Cancer. Things that were working out smoothly may need a little extra attention for the time being. LEO – Jul 23/Aug 23 Luck will manifest itself in some surprising ways over the course of the next few days, Leo. Seemingly out of nowhere you will have a good turn of events that propel you forward. VIRGO – Aug 24/Sept 22 Negotiations will go in your favor this week, Virgo. Therefore, if you’ve been seeking a raise or a promotion, you may see that the tides have finally shifted in that direction. LIBRA – Sept 23/Oct 23 Watch out for overspending that can derail the careful budget that you have set in place, Libra. It may be wise to leave a credit card at home for the next few days.

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