FEBRUARY 26, 2014 - WASHBURN COUNTY REGISTER - PAGE 19
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Future of after-school program uncertain
Danielle Moe |Staff writer SHELL LAKE — The Shell Lake School District’s after-school program for students in prekindergarten through fourth grade is facing an unknown future. For the past four years the district has received $21,000 a year from a federal grant called the Obey III grant. The four-year grant supported the school district’s afterschool programing, but now the grant has reached the end of its cycle. “The sense I got was that they (the school board) would like to keep the programming available if possible,” said Jim
Connell, superintendent. The Shell Lake School District Board of Education discussed possible options and alternatives to keep the after-school program in place at the school board meeting on Monday, Feb. 10. “I think it is something the district sees the need for and knows that there is a need for and will hopefully be able to continue doing,” said Kristin Brunberg, district after-school program coordinator. The after-school program runs all school year. Program participants receive a snack and take part in several different activi-
ties until 5 p.m. Currently the district has about 100 students enrolled in the program but on average 60 students participate in activities each night. “We will probably take a real close look at our community education fund and see if there is some money we can kind of squeak from that and also build some of it into fund 10, the general operating fund,” said Connell. According to Connell the school district has had the afterschool program for the last 15 years. At one point the district did charge a fee for students to participate in the program
after funding was lost, but enrollment for the program fell significantly. In anticipation of the funding loss, Brunberg said the district has applied for another funding source, the 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. This highly competitive grant program supports academic enrichment opportunities to students during nonschool hours, especially for students who attend high poverty and low-performing schools. If chosen for the program, the district would receive $100,000 each year for five years.
Baladino from Israel visits the local area SHELL LAKE/BARRON — Baladino, a fresh and exhilarating Israeli world music ensemble, will visit Barron County as part of a multicity Midwest tour coordinated by Minneapolis-based Arts Midwest. The five-member ensemble takes its audience on a joyful journey through music of the Mediterranean region — music carried to Israel by people from Spain, Eastern Europe, Turkey and Arabic countries. The ensemble name, Baladino, is actually a combination of two words. Baladi is the name for the most popular rhythm pattern in Middle Eastern music, and the word also means “my land” in the Arabic language. The other word is Ladino, which is the language primarily spoken among Sephardic Jews and cultural inspiration for much of the music Baladino performs. Ensemble members include Tomer Moked, a brilliant string player and musical arranger, Adam Ben Ezra provides solid foundation and a hip sound on the string bass, Yael Badash brings rich vocals to the mix, Yonnie Dror adds wonderful color with a variety of wind instruments, while Yshai Afterman holds it all together on percussion with mesmerizing Mediterranean rhythm. “It’s not often smaller communities like ours have the chance to host international ensembles like Baladino, let alone for a
full week,” says Samantha Heathman from UW-Barron County. “The music and culture Baladino shares will be absolutely fascinating and different from what we typically hear. Baladino will visit the school districts of Barron, Cumberland, Rice Lake and Shell Lake and other community locations during the week and present a full public concert as well. We expect this residency will be a delightful experience for everyone.” According to Heathman, UW-Barron County typically would not have the resources to host weeklong residencies of the kind Baladino will offer. Arts Midwest, one of six U.S. Regional Arts Organizations, partners with program sponsors like the National Endowment for the Arts and 3M to cover a substantial portion of the program cost so that communities throughout the Midwest can enjoy this rich arts experience. UW-Barron County was selected as one of only nine Midwestern areas to host the 2013–15 Arts Midwest World Fest and Barron County is the only partner community chosen in Wisconsin. “It’s a real honor to be part of this program,” says Heathman. Baladino is the second of four ensembles to visit the Barron County area over the course of this two-year partnership with Arts Midwest. The other ensembles featured in this program will come from
Baladino from Israel performed at the Shell Lake High School on Tuesday, Feb. 25. The Shell Lake Educational Foundation sponsored this event. The group will have a concert in Barron on Saturday, March 1. — Photo submitted Québec, China and Brazil. Tickets for the public concert on Saturday, March 1, 7 p.m., at the Barron Area Community Center, are available by call-
ing 715-736-PLAY or website barron.uwc. edu/ce. — from UWBC
Adult ed classes to be held at Shell Lake Schools SHELL LAKE — The following adult education classes are being offered at Shell Lake Schools. Exploring Cloud Computing and Google Drive: Tuesday, March 4, 4-6 p.m. With Apple’s launch of the iCloud and Google’s addition of Google+, we now have to power and opportunity to significantly enhance our personal and professional computing skills, without the burden of adding hardware or expensive software. Tools are now available to anyone with a computer, an Internet connection and the willingness to explore the next frontier of personal computing. Cost: $10. Instructor: Sara Ducos, Professional Tutor, LLC.
Location: Shell Lake High School. Please call or email Shell Lake Community Ed to register: 715-468-7815, ext. 1337 or jensenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us. Aromatherapy 101: Monday, March 10, 6-7:30 p.m. This class is an introduction to what aromatherapy is and the benefits that can be experienced by using essential oils. Essential oils can be used and benefited from on a daily basis. Information will include the history of essential oils, how they can be used, scientific facts, safety and precautions, and a chance to smell the oils. This is a wonderful class for all ages to explore with aromatherapy. Cost: $6.75. Aromatherapy Herbal Remedies A-Z book will be
Shell Lake School Menu Breakfast Monday, March 3: Bagel or mini cinnamon roll. Tuesday, March 4: Pancake and sausage or get vertical bar. Wednesday, March 5: Cereal and toast or ultimate breakfast round. Thursday, March 6: Waffle with fruit or muffin. Friday, March 7: Cheddar omelet with toast or apple stick. Breakfast is served with a choice of juice/fruit and milk with their main item. Every day breakfast is free to all students.
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Lunch Monday, March 3: Mozzarella dippers. Tuesday, March 4: Rooster sandwich. Wednesday, March 5: Chicken Alfredo. Thursday, March 6: Hot Italian subs. Friday, March 7: Brunch. Salad bar is served daily to all students. They will also have a daily alternate entrée choice of either sandwich pack: PB&J, flavored cracker and cheese stick or yogurt pack: Flavored fat-free yogurt with granola, flavored cracker and cheese stick.
available for $15, payable to instructor. Instructor: Nicole Wenner, Natures Own Design. Location: Shell Lake High School. Please call or email Shell Lake Community Ed to register: 715-468-7815, ext. 1337 or jensenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us. First Aid and CPR Training: MondayTuesday March 10-11, 5-9 p.m. The Heartsaver First Aid Course is designed to teach rescuers the knowledge and psychomotor skills they need to recognize emergencies and to give CPR and first aid until EMS arrives. The goal of the course is to train laypeople in firstaid assessments and actions that have been shown to make a difference in mortality and morbidity rates. To register, go to the WITC website, witc.edu/ click on the left-hand tab that says: Classfinder Class Search & Register; use this information to access the class and proceed as directed on the page. Instructor: Danette Hopke. New To Social Media: Tuesday, March 11, 4-7 p.m. This is a three-hour, hands-on workshop, exploring the many benefits and powerful tools of social media. Workshop provides an overview of social media, with a look at Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter. Special emphasis and a keen focus on security and privacy will help you navigate the Internet safely and securely. Basic computer skills and experience a plus. The evolution of social media has come upon us with meteoric speed and with quite an impact. Participating in it calls for enhanced knowledge of the various social media applications and
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a clear understanding of how to protect your privacy and maintain security. Cost: $15. Instructor: Sara Ducos, Professional Tutor, LLC. Location: Shell Lake High School. Please call or email Shell Lake Community Ed to register: 715-468-7815, ext. 1337 or jensenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us. Open Gym Volleyball: Every Sunday afternoon, 5-7 p.m., Shell Lake High School gym. No registration required. Please bring gym shoes. Introduction to the Internet, Seniors: Tuesday, March 18, 4-6 p.m. Introductory, hands-on exploration of the Internet. Learn basic Internet terminology, discover how to use email, search engines and visit websites that will stimulate your curiosity and introduce you to the Internet’s potential. Cost: $10. Instructor: Sara Ducos, Professional Tutor, LLC. Location: Shell Lake High School. Please call or email Shell Lake Community Ed to register: 715-468-7815, ext. 1337 or jensenk@shelllake.k12.wi.us These Halls are Made for Walkin’! Keep yourself moving during the winter months with hall walking at the Shell Lake 3-12 School. Use the far left front door between the hours of 7-8 a.m. and 3:45-8:30 p.m. and put your walking shoes on. Feel free to grab a walking map off the bulletin board if you’re interested in tracking your mileage. — from SLCE
715-468-2319 Downtown Shell Lake