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Students are experiencing a myriad of new things this school year, from computer labs and iPads to renovated By Shawn Clubb schools and new meal programs August has arrived and that means there’s a whole lot of new. Students have on their new clothes and carry their new school supplies into the new school year. And it’s not just the school year itself that is new for area schools. Many of them have made changes to facilities over the summer, while others have made changes to programs or how they conduct day-today operations. Below are just some of the new aspects that are greeting students this year. Federation of Catholic Schools: Many of the schools associated with the Federation worked on upgrading their technology over the summer. St. Angela Merici, for example, has a new computer lab with 30 computers, said Cara Koen, director of advancement for the Federation of Catholic Schools, Northeast Deanery. Meanwhile, teachers from all eight schools will gather regularly throughout the school year in their professional learning teams, she said. The PLTs are a collaborative program of the Federation. They are meant to enable and encourage teachers to share ideas and best practices for classrooms and curriculum, and provide support for one another to solve problems and challenges. Koen said principals are observing a positive impact from their teachers’ participation in PLTs. “Our Lady of Guadalupe is definitely a better school because of our faculty’s participation in the PLTs,” said Peggy O’Brien, principal at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School. “The PLTs provide
a network for the teachers where they can share ideas, successes and challenges with one another, providing a source of encouragement and problem-solving that did not previously exist for our teachers. Over the past few years, this has brought a new level of excellence to our classrooms.” Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Ferdinand recently received a Sr. Mary Ann Governal and Mrs. Ellen Ryan Memorial Development Grant from the Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education Center for their Connect 4 program. Fourth-grade students from the two schools with gather four times during the year for special projects and field trips. The program is intended build community and a collaborative spirit between the schools, teachers and students. North County Christian School: This year, the school has begun offering students the opportunity to take chemistry and physics for dual credit through Missouri Baptist University’s Excel program, Superintendent Greg Clark said. “Students are able to earn college credit for the course at the same time they earn their high school credit,” he said. “And the fee for the college credit is greatly reduced from what they would normally pay at the university.” The school also is continuing a project from last year by installing new Mimio projectors in five classrooms. Money for the project comes from a grant from the Employee Community Fund of Boeing St.
Louis. “The Mimio projectors provide an interactive whiteboard that allows the teacher to provide instructional activities utilizing digital content from the internet, thereby expanding the instructional resources available and enhancing the students’ learning experience,” Clark said. Additionally, the school is implementing a new math program, Purposeful Design Mathematics from ACSI, in grades kindergarten through six. The program provides students with a more hands-on, inquiry-based approach to mathematics, See SCHOOL IS IN SESSION page 2
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Clark said. It focuses on developing a deeper understanding of math and number concepts in students and helping improve their critical thinking and problem solving skills. Trinity Catholic High School: Students won’t start back to Trinity until this Friday (Aug. 22) for freshman orientation and Aug. 25 for the rest of the student body. The building itself saw many renovations over the summer, said Dan Grumich, director of advancement. There were fresh coats of paints added in some classrooms, the guidance office and the advancement office. Other changes to the facility include a new dedicated welcome area for students and families that come to the school for tours. A returning program that should gain traction is the iPad program, Grumich said. The school started the program last year. Every student now leases an iPad Mini from the school for three years, after which they own the device. “We’re in our second year, which I think is going to be a little bit better for the iPads,” Grumich said. “We’re tweaking that as we’re going into second year.” One of the improvements is with the eBackpack sharing app, he said. This helps the school move toward being more paperless. Ferguson-Florissant School District: The Ferguson-Florissant school will start the year by offer-
ing free breakfast and lunch to all students, said Jana Shortt, director of communications and marketing. The district is participating in the USDA’s Community Eligibility Provision program, which provides the meals to all students in pre-kindergarten through high school. The program is fully funded by the USDA and families are not required to complete applications for Free and Reduced Meals. The district will also kick off the year with new systems for student information, human resources and finance. Shortt said the systems will provide significant costs savings and streamline internal processes. The systems are produced by Tyler Technologies. “This is going to represent a big leap forward in efficiency for the school district and, ultimately, it’s going to benefit our students,” she said. “Particularly, the student information portion of this is going to allow parents to stay informed about their student’s progress and we hope that our families will use this to strengthen that relationship between home and school.” The parent portal portion will be rolled out in January 2015, Shortt said. “It is going to give parents up-to-date and actionable information. We hope that creates more parental involvement and better interaction with our schools.”
Around Town Genealogy Roadshow Arrives in St. Louis On Saturday, Aug. 23, and Sunday, Aug. 24, PBS and the Nine Network of Public Media bring the series Genealogy Roadshow to St. Louis. The public is invited to attend this free event and watch as family mysteries of local residents are revealed on camera. Members of the public may also explore their personal histories with historical and genealogical societies that will be on-site for the weekend. The taping will feature genealogists Kenyatta D. Berry, Joshua Taylor and Mary Tedesco as they reveal fascinating stories behind St. Louis area families. Attendees may interact with representatives from the Federation of Genealogical Societies, Genealogists.com, the Jefferson County Genealogical Society, the St. Louis African American History & Genealogy Society and Missouri History Museum, among others.
“St. Louis is a natural fit for Genealogy Roadshow,” said executive producer Stuart Krasnow. “The city’s rich background and historical roots date back to its role as a midpoint for pioneers journeying to the west coast. Its current prominence as an entrepreneurial center has attracted many newcomers. And with an unsung but vibrant jazz and cultural history, and its central location in the U.S., St. Louis is very much a genealogical gateway for America.” “We are very pleased that Genealogy Roadshow is coming to St. Louis,” said Nine Network President and CEO Jack Galmiche. “We’re particularly excited that people throughout our region will have the opportunity to participate in the show during the year that we celebrate the 250th birthday of St. Louis and our own 60th birthday.”
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Hazelwood School District Holds High School Grand Re-Openings With construction work completed as a result of Proposition H, the Hazelwood School District will hold grand re-opening ceremonies for all three high schools. The public is invited to attend. In November 2010, voters passed Proposition H, a $120 million dollar, no-tax increase bond issue for Hazelwood School District building updates. The projects includes new heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC) systems; new elevators; removal of asbestos; chalkboards and floor tile removal; new marker boards; new libraries at Hazelwood East and Hazelwood West
high schools; new science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) labs at all three high schools and new whiteboards. Grand re-opening ceremonies at each high school begin at 6:30 pm, with public tours of the buildings after the ceremony until 8 pm. • Hazelwood West High, Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2014; 6:30 – 8 pm • Hazelwood Central High, Thursday, Aug. 21, 2014; 6:30 – 8 pm • Hazelwood East High, Thursday, Aug. 28, 2014; 6:30 – 8 pm
SSM Heart Institute at DePaul Health Center Offers Educational Seminar on Heart Valve Disease If you have heart valve disease, you need to know the risks. Problems could be life-threatening. Even if treated with medications, faulty heart valves might need to be repaired or replaced. Anyone interested in learning more about heart valve disease is invited to a special presentation by Georges Chahoud, MD, a board-certified cardiologist with SSM Heart Institute at DePaul Health Center, and David Theodoro, MD, a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon with SSM Heart Institute at DePaul Health Center. “Healthy Heart Valves” will be held from 6 to 7:30 pm Thursday, Sept. 4, in the May Center at DePaul Health Cen-
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ter, 12303 DePaul Dr. in Bridgeton. Drs. Chahoud and Theodoro will explain why it’s so important to manage heart valve disease and discuss the latest advances in treating valve problems—including minimally invasive surgery using the da Vinci robot. Enjoy dinner and get answers to all your questions about heart valve disease. The free program includes a light dinner. Space is limited and reservations are required. Call 1.866.776.3627 to register by phone or register online and learn more about heart health at ssmhealth.com/heart.
Brandon Williams, Former NFL Rams Player and Hazelwood East H.S. Alumnus, Inspires Incoming Students Brandon Williams, former National Football League wide-receiver for the St. Louis Rams and Hazelwood East High School 2002 alumnus, recently shared an inspirational message with incoming East High ninth-graders. His message was simple and clear: Think, Act and Prepare! “Think about your education as high school seniors, not as freshmen,” said Williams. “Act like you want to graduate from high school and go on to achieve greater things. And finally, prepare for your success today.” Brandon Williams and his wife, Brittani are shown with two of their four children while attending He opened the session by a speaking engagement at Hazelwood East High School. reminding the students that it cisco 49ers and two years later, he played for the wasn’t too long ago that he sat in the same seats, ate the same lunches and had St. Louis Rams and then went on to play for the many of the same teachers. He went on to outline Pittsburgh Steelers before retiring due to an injury. Now at the age of 30, he is currently a broadhis journey through college and his career as a caster on the Fox Network, a motivational speaker, professional football player. Williams also shared a wealth management advisor and is also into real particulars about his successes and disappointestate. Although he is a very busy person, Wilments. The overall message that Williams left with stu- liams said, he loves what he is doing because it’s fulfilling his God-given purpose. dents, “If I can do it, you can do it too!” Brandon Williams is married to Brittani M. McWilliams grew up in North County and obtained his primary and secondary education in Clure, a former Hazelwood Central High School the Hazelwood School District. Following high grad and founder of Jewels, Inc., an inner-city girl’s school, he attended the University of Wisconsin. mentoring program, and together they have four Shortly thereafter, he was drafted by the San Fran- young children ranging from ages 1 to 6 years old.
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Senior Tips: Keep in Touch
BJC Hospice Volunteers Needed
Older Americans - particularly those with chronic medical conditions - need to keep in touch with friends, family and neighbors in the summer time, particularly if you are physically active or if you live alone, the Association of Mature American Citizens suggests. Let them know if you’ll be out and about for any extended period of time; if they are not checking up on you from time to time, you should check in with them. AMAC says the advice is especially important when temperatures start to rise.
“I can’t put into words how meaningful volunteering for a hospice family is,” said Rodna King, Florissant resident and BJC Hospice volunteer. “I truly believe we are put on this earth to care for one another. How rewarding it is! I get so much more than I give. I realize not everyone is called to do this type of work, but I feel so blessed to get the opportunity to serve others in this way. I love people and truly love my patients. It is such a blessing to be with someone as their time on this earth comes to an end – to be able to listen, to hold their hand or just sit quietly with them. I love being there for their families as well. I know it is not required, but I follow the families for a time after their loved one has passed on, and several of these friendships have continued over the years.”
King recalls some touching moments spent with a patient. The patient’s husband had planted flowers outside his wife’s room to draw birds, especially hummingbirds. She and the patient would watch while the hummingbirds paid her visit while enjoying the nectar of the flowers. “It really doesn’t get much better than this,” King said. If you would be interested in volunteering for BJC Hospice, please call the BJC Hospice volunteer coordinator at 314.953.1671 or e-mail HospiceVolunteer@bjc.org. More volunteers are needed, especially in the South County area. All volunteer applicants are interviewed and then, if chosen, are given training at no cost to the volunteer.
“Glee” Actor Donates Autographed Books to Hazelwood School District During Recent Tour Stop
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Author and star of TV show Glee Chris Colfer autographs a school chair similar to the one used on the set of the television show. Colfer was in St. Louis recently on a promotional tour for his recent book, A Grimm Warning. He donated 39 copies of his The Land of Stories series to the Hazelwood School District. Many of the copies are autographed by Colfer.
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Book lovers in the Hazelwood School District have a new reason to be full of glee when they go to the school library. Actor Chris Colfer, famous for his role on the popular TV show Glee, has donated several autographed copies of his best-selling trilogy, The Land of Stories, to the Hazelwood School District. The 24-yearold actor and author stopped at the St. Louis County Library headquarters in July as part of a national book tour to promote A Grimm Warning, his third installment of the trilogy. The previous two books of the series are The Wishing Spell and The Enchantress Returns. When learning about Colfer’s stop in St. Louis,
East High School choir director Robert Swingler reached out to the actor’s agent and publicist to request the donation for the District. The 39 donated books will be distributed to schools throughout Hazelwood School District as part of its literacy initiatives. When asked about donating the books, Colfer said, “I am honored to support literacy in public schools and happy that these books are going to the Hazelwood School District.” Chris Colfer is a #1 New York Times bestselling author and Golden Globe-winning actor. He was honored as a member of the TIME 100, Time magazine's annual list of the one hundred most influential people in the world.
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What You Should Know About Special Education Services
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Is your child making poor grades? Struggling to retain or use information? With the new school year upon us, it is important to remember that there are resources available for families who have children with special education needs. The following are some legal checkpoints to help your child get off to a good start in school this year. • Communication with your child’s school is critical. No one will ever know your child as well as you. To be the best advocate you can for your child, you and your child’s teacher need to exchange information regularly. You and your child’s teacher are a team. • Special education services are available at no cost to qualifying students under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act. To qualify for special education services, your child must have a disability that impacts school performance. • If you think your child needs special education testing, make your testing request in writing. Schools have a legal duty to locate and test all children who may need special education services. Be patient but persistent; the testing process can take quite awhile. • The decision regarding special education eligibility is up to your child’s special education team, not your child’s doctor. If your child qualifies for special education services, an Individualized Educational Plan will be written for your child’s special educational needs. • Getting your child special education services is only the beginning of the process. Ensuring that promised services are provided and that your child is making progress with special education services requires dedication and attention to detail by the parent. If your child doesn’t qualify for an Individualized Educational Plan, ask your child’s school about a Section 504 plan to protect your child from discrimination in instruction and programming due to a disability. Public schools have an obligation to test and make accommodations and modifications for children with disabilities.
In contrast to a recent story about the low salt supply left in many Missouri communities following the harsh winter of 2013-14, the City of Florissant is in strong shape with its salt supply to handle the demands of the upcoming winter. “Currently, our salt storage facility is at 95 percent filled,” said Lou Jearls, director of Public Works for the City of Florissant. “With North American Salt Company, low bidder to provide salt to the city of Florissant, we are in an excellent position to begin the upcoming winter season.” The extreme harshness of last winter, with below average temperatures and above average total snowfall, took a severe toll on salt supplies throughout the state. Representatives from the Missouri Department of Transportation and the St. Louis County Department of Highways and Traffic anticipate paying between $70 and $80 per ton for road salt for the upcoming winter. On May 8, 2014 the City of Florissant requested bids on road salt. North American Salt was low bidder at $65.76 per ton. “That is well below what other high-volume government agencies plan to pay,” said Jearls. “We are very fortunate not
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only to have received a very favorable price from North American Salt, but to have them back again as our supplier,” added Jearls. “North American Salt gave us outstanding service last winter, filling all of our restocking orders in a timely manner throughout the winter.” Mayor Thomas P. Schneider notes that “keeping Florissant’s streets clear and safe has been a priority in our city for decades. Thanks to the ongoing efforts of Director Jearls and the hard work of our excellent Public Works Department staff, Florissant continues to be known for its commitment to maintaining a high quality of life for our residents.”
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MHCC to Host Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Comfort Inn & Conference Center Westport The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce will be holding a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the Comfort Inn & Conference Center Westport in conjunction with their Grand Opening on
Tuesday, Aug. 26. The ceremony will take place at 3 pm, with the Grand Opening from 3 pm – 6 pm at their newly renovated location at 12031 Lackland Rd.
North County Incorporated Along with the St. Louis Regional Business Council Announces Reinvest North County Fund North County Inc., regional development association along with the St. Louis Regional Business Council (RBC) has organized an immediate business response to support small business owners and school children who were impacted by the recent tragedy in the city of Ferguson and surrounding communities. Leadership with the RBC and NCI are deeply concerned and stand with the people who live, work and go to school in these communities. The purpose of the Reinvest North County Fund is twofold: first, to provide immediate relief to small business which have been hurt by this tragedy and second, to provide school districts with appropriate resources to show their children how important school is, particularly in times of distress. “North County Inc. regional development association is pleased to partner with the St. Louis Regional Business Council to help our businesses get back on their feet and help our schools welcome their students back for the year,” said Rebecca Zoll, President/CEO. “Our area has a long and strong history of supporting the local business community and it will continue to do so as we move forward and recover from this trauma.” The Regional Business Council has stepped up with a $10,000 donation for this effort and has enlisted the following inaugural donors: the
Civic Pride Foundation of the St. Louis Convention and Visitors Commission, Clark-Fox Family Foundation, Negwer Materials, Inc., St. Louis Regional Chamber, UMB Bank, the University of Missouri St. Louis and the Kwame Foundation. These donors will also be making donations to the fund today. “Schools are an integral part of the fabric of every community. We want to support our schools and school children as they process the violence in the community,” said Kathy Osborn, Executive Director of the Regional Business Council. “And, we know how critical it is to help small business owners repair, rebuild, and stay committed to the community.” Further donations are encouraged to support this effort; checks can be made payable to the Reinvest North County Fund at the 501(c)3 non-profit North County Regional Development Association (NCI), 350B Village Square Drive, Hazelwood, MO 63042. An allocation panel comprised of representatives from the Urban League of Metropolitan St. Louis, the RBC’s Young Professionals Network, the Kwame Foundation, UMB Bank-Ferguson Branch, University of Missouri-St. Louis, the Clergy Coalition, St. Louis Economic Partnership, Teach for America and North County Inc. will select the projects to be funded. Those wishing to apply for funding should fill out the very short and simple form on NCI’s website at www. NorthStLouisCounty.com. Applications are now being accepted. ”We all need to be part of the solution,” concluded Osborn.
St. Louis County, the City of Florissant, and the City of O’Fallon Public Notice: Public Review of Draft Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing Choice St. Louis County, the City of Florissant, and the City of O’Fallon are soliciting comments on their draft Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI). The Analysis of Impediments (AI) is a review of barriers that affect the rights of fair housing choice and is required by HUD as a condition of receipt of funds under the CDBG Program. Public Comment Period A draft of the Analysis of Impediments will be available for public examination and comment until Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2014 at 5 pm. Copies may be downloaded from www.stlouisfairhousing.com or may be viewed at the following locations: St. Louis County: St. Louis County Department of Planning, Community Development, 41 S. Central Avenue, 5th Floor Clayton, MO 63105 Florissant: Department of Housing and Community Development, 1055 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031. O’Fallon: Communications Department, 100 North Main Street O’Fallon, MO 63366 After the close of the Public Comment Period on Sept. 2, 2014, St. Louis County, the City of Florissant, and the City of O’Fallon will move forward with formal approval of the document and submission to HUD. To Make Written Comments St. Louis County, Florissant and O’Fallon will receive written comments until 5 pm on Tuesday, Sept. 2. Comments may be submitted online at www.stlouisfairhousing.com or can be emailed to the following: For St. Louis County: JHoltzman2@stlouisco.com; For Florissant: comara@florissantmo.com; For O’Fallon: JBrinker@ ofallon.mo.us. Alternatively, comments may be mailed to the following: For St. Louis County: Department of Planning, Community Development located at 41 S. Central Avenue, 5th Floor Clayton, MO 63105; for Florissant: Department of Housing and Community Development located at 1055 rue St. Francois Florissant, MO 63031, and for O’Fallon: Communications Department located at 100 North Main Street O’Fallon, MO 63366. Other Information Persons with special needs relating to handicapped accessibility, vision impairment, hearing impairment or foreign language should contact the following: For St. Louis County: Jim Holtzman at 314.615.4414, For Florissant: M. Carol O’Mara at 314.839.7680; For O’Fallon: Jessica Hawkins at 636.379.5411 between the hours of 8 am – 5 pm, Monday through Friday, except holidays prior to Aug. 18. Persons with hearing disabilities can contact the Missouri Relay Service, at (TDD) 711.
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New School Year Brings New Students, Leaders and Continued Commitment to Collaboration Principals, teachers, pastors and parents are in the "Back to School" spirit as the eight Catholic elementary schools located in the Northeast Deanery of the Archdiocese of St. Louis open their doors to students and their bright, smiling faces for the 2014-15 school year. While students were enjoying swimming pools and lazy summer days, schools have been doing their annual summer cleaning and planning. St. Angela Merici School installed a new technology lab with 30 computer stations, while Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Ferdinand, recently received a Sr. Mary Ann Governal and Mrs. Ellen Ryan Memorial Development Grant from the Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education Center for their Connect 4 program. As the new school year begins, several leaders are settling in to their new roles within the deanery. St. Norbert School has a new principal, Mr. Dave Watkins and assistant principal, Ms. Julie Hayes. Mr. Kenneth Morr, principal at St. Rose Philippine Duchesne School will now serve as the principal representative for the Federation, replacing Ms. Lois Vollmer, principal at Sacred Heart School who had this role for the past two years. Father Mike Henning, pastor at Holy Name of Jesus Parish, will be interim pastor representative for the Federation. "For almost 10 years leaders in Catholic education have sustained a renewed commitment to the value of Catholic schools in our community," said Father Henning. "A faith-based and values-based education reinforces the work of community and business leaders in their responsibility for thriving cities and healthy neighborhoods." Continuing collaborative programs of the Federation include Professional Learning Teams (PLTs) Teachers from all eight schools gather regularly throughout the school year, by grade level in lower grades and
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by subject area in the upper grades. Principals are observing a positive impact from their teachers’ participation in PLTs. "Our Lady of Guadalupe is definitely a better school because of our faculty's participation in the PLTs," said Peggy O'Brien, principal at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic School. "The PLTs provide a network for the teachers where they can share ideas, successes and challenges with one another, providing a source of encouragement and problem-solving that did not previously exist for our teachers. Over the past few years this has brought a new level of excellence to our classrooms." The Federation of Catholic Schools in the Northeast Deanery includes the following parish-sponsored elementary schools: • Blessed Teresa of Calcutta • Christ, Light of the Nations • Our Lady of Guadalupe • Sacred Heart and Sacred Heart Kindergarten • St. Angela Merici • St. Ferdinand • St. Norbert and St. Norbert Early Childhood Center • St. Rose Philippine Duchesne The Federation of Catholic Schools is a formal agreement between the pastors of the elev-
en parishes in the Northeast Deanery of the Archdiocese of St. Louis to work more closely together in support of the mission of Catholic education in the North County community. To learn more about the programs and goals of the Federation, visit www.FederationofCatholicSchools.org.
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A Belgian shares his story in Macadoo of Maury River, the fictional tale of a draft horse by Gigi Amateau, the second book in the Maury River series. Though Belgians, the gentle draft giants, were historically desired for their strength, Macadoo’s father warns him their breed isn’t of much use any longer. “The world has almost forgotten us,” he says. At times, that seems to be the case, as Macadoo faces trials and mistreatment at auctions, sold more than once to the highest bidder. When Macadoo finds a loving home with Izzy and his grandfather, fate intervenes and the Belgian again wonders what will become of him. Through it all, Macadoo retains courage and hope. His lifelong desire to serve mankind remains his primary goal, one fulfilled in a special way at Maury River Stables in Virginia with children who make and leave a lasting mark on his heart.
August is ‘Kids Eat Right’ Month: Nutrition Tips for Families With childhood obesity on the rise, making sure kids eat right and get plenty of exercise is vital. Parents and caregivers can play a big role in children’s nutrition and health, teaching kids about healthy foods, being a good role model and making sure physical activity is incorporated into each day. August, which is Kids Eat Right Month, is a great time for families to focus on the importance of healthful eating and active lifestyles. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is encouraging families to take the following steps: • Shop Smart. To encourage a healthy lifestyle, get your children involved in selecting the food that will appear at the breakfast, lunch or dinner table. • Cook Healthy. Involve your child in the cutting, mixing and preparation of meals. They will learn about food and may even be enticed to try new foods they helped prepare. • Eat Right. Sit down together as a family to enjoy a wonderful meal and the opportunity to share the day’s experiences with one another. Research indicates that those families who eat together have a stronger bond, and children have higher self-confidence and perform better in school. • Healthy Habits. You can help kids form great, healthy habits by setting a good example. Fill half your plate with fruits and vegetables, choose
lower-sodium options, and make at least half the grains your family eats whole grains. For beverages, choose water over sugary drinks, and opt for fat-free or low-fat milk. • Get Moving. Aside from being a great way to spend time together, regular physical activity is vital to strengthen muscle and bones, promote a healthy body weight, support learning, develop social skills and build self-esteem. Kids are encouraged to be active for 60 minutes per day. Getting kids to eat right can sometimes be a challenge, particularly if they are picky eaters. But experts say that a conversation can help. “Talk to your children. Learn the foods they like. Teach them about the foods they need for their growing bodies. Find ways together to make sure they have the knowledge and ability to eat healthy and tasty foods at every meal,” says Angela Lemond, registered dietitian nutritionist and Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics spokesperson. It may help to consult a registered dietitian nutritionist in your area to ensure your family is getting the nutrients it needs with a meal plan tailored to your lifestyle and busy schedule. For more healthful eating tips, recipes, videos and to learn more about Kids Eat Right Month, visit www.KidsEatRight.org. This August, reevaluate your family’s eating and exercise habits, and take steps to make positive, healthful changes.
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“Into the Storm”
By Steve Bryan - Rated: PG-13
With Into the Storm, director Steven Quale (Final Destination 5) manages to make tornadoes rather boring. A found footage film that owes a large debt to 1996’s Twister, Quale relies on special effects to carry the movie. Unfortunately, his unappealing characters are so annoying that it’s almost a relief when a few disappear into the vortex. Into the Storm opens on high school graduation preparations in the small town of Silverton. Donnie (Max Deacon) is filming a video time capsule segment for school, but he’s also mooning over classmate Kaitlyn (Alycia Debnam Carey). His brother Trey (Nathan Kress) teases him about lack of nerve, but he’s irritated when Donnie blows off videotaping the graduation ceremonies to help his would-be girlfriend. Meanwhile, Pete (Matt Walsh), a storm chaser who sank his life savings into a heavily armored vehicle, looks for twisters with his crew. He relies on Allison (Sarah Wayne Callies) to track storm systems, and her numbers determine Silverton is the place to go for great storm footage. Pete wants to collect data to help people, but making money on the project wouldn’t hurt, either. Both plotlines intersect as twisters descend upon the hapless town. Not even deadly hail and flaming tornadoes can salvage Into the Storm, Into the Storm photo courtesy of New Line Cinema though. Director Steven Quale keeps the audience waiting too long before unveiling his computerized funnels. By then, the dull dialogue and cardboard characters have killed any chance of a decent story. Richard Armitage barely cracks a smile as Gary Morris, the high school vice-principal and father of Donnie and Trey. As the so-called hero of this piece, it looks like
he may be heading for a romantic encounter with single-mom Allison, but that subplot never materializes. Matt Walsh has better moments, though, as the obsessive storm chaser Pete. But when it comes to scene-stealing, Donk (Kyle Davis) and Reevis (Jon Reep) are the ones to watch. Donk typically performs stunts like Johnny Knoxville, so he’s ready to film twisters for his YouTube channel. These guys unfortunately may inspire a new genre of dangerous stunts. In many ways, however, Into the Storm exploits real-life tragedy. The characters mention the twister that hit Joplin, Mo., a few years ago. The folks who lived through that particular disaster will find little to like about this film. Who wants to see computerized twisters after watching their homes and families devastated by the real thing? Overall, this film is a colossal waste of time and money. Director Quale introduces one or two good ideas, but it’s impossible not to think of the superior Twister. With that one, Jan de Bont knew that good characters top special effects every time. Hopefully, Quale learns that lesson for future projects. Into the Storm, rated PG-13 for sequences of intense destruction and peril, and language including sexual references, currently is playing in theaters. Born and raised in South St. Louis, Steve Bryan is now based in Anaheim, California, and has been allowed access to movie and television sets to see actors and directors at work. Though his writing has taken him far from St. Louis, Steve is, at heart, still the same wideeyed kid who spent countless hours watching classic movies at neighborhood theaters.
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Rascals Top Team in Frontier League The River City Rascals play professional baseball in the Western Division of the Frontier League at T.R. Hughes Ballpark in O’Fallon. With less than a month in the regular season, the squad is getting everything from each player to stay at the top. Catcher Zach Kometani from the big island leads the team in hitting with a .313 average and right on his coattails is outfielder Curren Redal batting .310. On the pitching circuit, Tommy Mendoza has
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started 13 games and leads the team with a 6-3 record—making him 12th in the league. Fourteen games left in the regular season. STANDINGS: WIN LOSS GB
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Take advantage of the longer, warmer days before winter arrives by whipping up tasty grilled meals that are delicious and healthy for the whole family. Using lean cuts of beef is a great way to cut down calories and fat, but it doesn’t have to reduce the grilled flavors you love. For the best results when grilling, choose quality meats that are 92 percent lean or higher, naturally raised and contain no hormones or antibiotics, to ensure you are packing in flavor without harmful ingredients. Products such as Laura’s Lean Beef ribeye steaks or ground beef are easy to prepare and provide a nutrition count you can be happy about. Follow these tips to tease the best flavors from
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Place peppers and onion slices on grill over medium heat; cover and roast by turning frequently until covered with dark spots, but not burnt. Remove from grill and allow to cool, about four minutes. Pull off waxy-papery skins of peppers and slice crosswise into strips. Break onion slices into rings and mix with peppers in serving bowl. Place steak on the grill, turning frequently. Cook until desired
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Aug. 21: Blood Pressure Clinic 10am, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. in Florissant. Refreshments served. RSVP by calling 314.838.3877.
Aug 23: Pro Wakeboard Tour Extreme Watersports Festival 9am,13236 Streetcar Dr. in Maryland Heights. For more information, visit midwestnightfly.com.
Aug 21: Healthy Living Series Complimentary Breakfast at 9, series begins at 9:30am, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. RSVP by Aug. 15 by calling 314.838.3877. Aug. 21-24: 2014 Lions Community Fair Thursday, 5-10pm; Friday, 5pmmidnight; Saturday, 1pm-midnight in Norman Myers Park, 8700 Midland Blvd. in Overland. For more information, call 314.749.1885 or visit www.overlandlions.com. Aug. 22: Food Truck Knight Friday 5-8pm, Knights of Columbus Grounds, 50 St. Francois St. in Florissant. Featuring over 20 food trucks, sponsored by the Duchesne Knights of Columbus and co-sponsored by the City of
Aug. 24 Music Under the Starts 2014 Summer Concert Series – Boeing Employees Concert Band 7pm, St. Ferdinand Park, 25 St. Ferdinand Park Dr in Florissant. For weather updates, call: 314.921.4466. Aug. 24: Understanding Veterans Benefits 6-7pm, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. RSVP by calling 314.831.0988. The seminar will explore Veterans benefits in relationship to the Veterans Aid and Attendance. Aug. 25: Girl Scout Recruitment Event In the cafeteria at the following elementary schools: Buder, Iveland, Kratz, Marion, Marvin and Wyland plus Hoech Middle, Ritenour Middle and Ritenour High
schools. 7-8pm, for more information, call the Girl Scouts of Eastern Missouri at 314.592.2300. Aug. 26: Labor Day Happy Hour 11:30am, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. Entertainment by The Joy Notes. RSVP by Aug. 22 by calling 314.838.3877. Every Friday in Aug: Fiesta Friday Taco Salads 11:30am, Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. This free event is for adults 55 years and older. RSVP on Tuesdays to the receptionist or call 314.831.0988. Sept. 5: American Red Cross Blood Drive 10am-3pm, Christian Hospital Atrium – Ground Floor of Detrick Building, 11155 Dunn Rd. in St. Louis. Walk-ins are welcome; appointments have priority. For more information, or to register, visit www.redcrossblood.org and use the sponsor code: christianhospital, or contact Sandy Roy at slm9123@bjc.org. Sept. 6: Table & Tailgate Sale 8am- 1pm, Blessed Savior Lutheran Church, 2615 Shackelford Rd. in Florissant. Indoors, $15 per table; parking lot space, $15 for three adjacent parking spots (must provide own tables). For more information, or to reserve a space, call 314.831.1300. Sept. 11: Remembrance Ceremony 7pm, VFW Post 4105, 410 Rue St. Francois in Florissant. Event is free and open to the public. For more information, call 314.831.6121. Sept. 11: Modern Square Dancing Class 7:15pm, Old Ferdinand Shrine School, 1 Rue St. Francois St. in Florissant. Registration Sept. 1118, $5 per person per night, casual attire. For more information
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the use of weights and resistance bands (provided). RSVP by calling 314.838.3877. Every 4th Tuesday of the month: Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335 meeting 6:30pm, Fort Bellefontaine Memorial American Legion Post 335, 800 Chambers Road in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Those interested in membership are invited to attend.
Sept. 18: OASIS Peer Led Discussion Groups–Freedom from Growing Old 1:30-2:30, Village North Retirement Community, 11160 Village North Dr. For more information, or to register, call 314.747.9355.
Every Tuesday: Bingo Evening at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Doors at 4:30pm, games begin at 6pm, Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. For more information, call 314.921.2316.
Sept. 24: Red Cross Blood Drive 2:30-6:30pm, Blessed Savior Lutheran Church, 2615 Shackelford Rd. in Florissant. For more information, or to sign up, call 314.831.1300 or visit www.redcrossblod.org and enter sponsor code BlessedSavior.
Every Wednesday: Bingo Morning at Florissant Elks Lodge #2316 Florissant Elks Lodge #2316, 16400 New Halls Ferry Rd. in Florissant. Doors at 7:30am, games begin at 9:30am. For more information, call 314.921.2316.
Sept. 27: Light the Night Fundraising Walk Registration at 5pm, walk starts at 7:30pm, Forest Park’s Central Fields. For more information call 314.590.2230 or visit www.lightthenight.org/gat.
Bridgeton Trails Library Branch Programs: 3455 McKelvey Rd., St. Louis, 314.994.3300. Story Time: Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. 9 months to 2 yrs. Room 1 (Lap Time); Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 2; Thursdays, 10:30 a.m. Ages 3–5. Room 1.
Recurring Events Mondays: Karaoke at DeLeo’s Cafe & Deli 2782 North Hwy 67, Florissant, 8 - 10:30pm, 314.839.3880.
Florissant Senior Citizens’ Bingo Clubs: 314.839.7604.
Mondays: Free Line Dancing 6:30pm, beginners welcome, RSVP 314.838.3877, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St.
Every 1st Wednesday of the Month: Stroke Support Group 3-4pm, Center for Senior Renewal, Detrick Building 1st floor, 11133 Dunn Rd. For more information, contact Lisa Erlinger at 314.653.5331.
Mondays and Wednesdays: Exercise with Melanie/Ann Classes 1pm, St. Catherine Retirement Community, 3350 St. Catherine St. in Florissant. Classes led by a licensed Physical Therapist with
Every 3rd Friday of the month: Bingo 2pm, Life Care Center of Florissant, 1201 Garden Plaza Dr. For more information, call 314.831.3752.
www.mycnews.com • Community News • August 20, 2014 Every Friday: The Bridge at Florissant Hot Diggity Dog Build your own hot dog. 11:30am, The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Dr. in Florissant. To RSVP, call 314.831.0988. Last Saturdays: Writers Workshop: 10am - 1:30pm, Baden Liberary, 8448 Church Rd., 314.388.2400 Every Sundays: Tours at Old St. Ferdinand Shrine #1 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, 1 – 4pm, through October. Donations accepted. Docents needed. 314.921.7582, vicray01@aol.com Church Tuesdays & Thursdays: Chapel of the Cross Lutheran Church GriefShare Support Group Tuesdays from 2 - 4pm and Thursday from 6:30 - 8:30pm, 11645 Benham Rd., 314.741.3737 Health Sept. 19: Men’s Healthy Happy Hour and Health Screenings 4:30-7pm, Christian Hospital Atrium – Ground Floor of Detrick Building, 11155 Dunn Rd. in St. Louis. Space is limited; call 314-747-WELL to make reservation. Sept. 25: Medicare Update 2015 10-11am, Christian Hospital Hospital Diabetes Institute,11155 Dunn Rd. Learn how to make affordable and delicious meals with a registered dietitian. The presentation will include tastetesting, handouts and recipe cards Space is limited to first 25. Cost is $10 per person. To register, call 413.747.9355. Every Monday-Friday: Evening Front Desk Volunteers Needed 4-7pm, Christian Hospital, 1225 Graham Rd. in Florissant. For more information, please contact Lee Shields at 314.653.5032.
Look Good…Feel Better SSM Cancer Care at DePaul Health Center, 12303 DePaul Drive. Radiation OncologyBridgeton. Attend a great makeup session sponsored by the American Cancer Society. A licensed cosmetologist teaches a session of scarf tying, shows a parade of hats, and provides each participant with a makeup kit. Light refreshments are served. Info: 314.344.6090. Every Monday, Health Tips With Mary Swip 11am,. The Bridge at Florissant, 1101 Garden Plaza Drive in Florissant. Sales Director Mary Swip will have a guest speaker come talk about health and wellness tips All Bridge events are free, but require reservations. Please RSVP by calling 314.831.0988. Now: SilverSneakers Senior Wellness Program at the Maryland Heights Centre A fun, energizing program that helps older adults take greater control of their health by encouraging physical activity and offering social events. A Silver Sneakers membership includes access to the city’s Fitness Centre with state-of-the-art fitness equipment and circuit training. Membership is available at little or no cost through your health plan. To find out if you are eligible, visit www.silversneakers.com or call 314.738.2599. 2nd Tuesday of Every Month: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meeting Meeting to be held at Sarah Care of Bridgeton Adult Day Center 11977 St. Charles Rock Road, Suite 121-124, Bridgeton, MO 63044. Join our Support Group for Mutual, Emotional Support and Education. You are not alone. For information, contact Deborah Mabrie at 314-291-5210 or Ferd Fetsch at 314-291-3021 Email: dbland@sarahcare.com ferdfetsch@ sbcglobal.net.
Third Tuesdays: Alzheimer’s Association At Lutheran Senior Services at Hidden Lake, 10 – 11am, 11728 Hidden Lake Dr., St. Louis, 314.292.7504 Diabetes Basics: 314.344.7024 for info 314.344.7220 to enroll.
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Smoking Cessation Classes: Free ongoing 8-week sessions, 866.SSM.DOCS to register or for more information. SSM DePaul Wellness Center: Classes available on strength training, nutrition and smoking cessation, 314.344.6177
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Sundays: Alcoholics Anonymous Group 109 11th floor conference room at Christian Hospital, 10am, 11133 Dunn Road. Wednesdays: STEPS Schizophrenia Support Group 6:30 - 7:30pm, 314.839.3171. Center for Senior Renewal: Day treatment programs for older adults dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, loss and early signs of dementia, 314.653.5123. Christian Hospital Recovery Center: Outpatient mental health and
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Over the Fence
By Joe Morice
Things I Don’t Understand Since everyone knows how much I hate broccoli, it’s number one because I don’t understand why anyone buys it when poison ivy is free. Some others are as follows: I don’t understand… • Why mid-summer rain waits until my grass is dead before it pours down….and I don’t mean a sprinkle that wouldn’t grow a dandelion but makes my car look like it needs a Clearasil treatment. • Why traffic comes to a halt on the interstate just after I clear the on ramp and have no place to get off unless I’m driving an army tank and crash through the perimeter fence. • Why Congress listens to complaints about income tax from kazillionaires who pay 14 percent but ignore middle income working folks who pay twice that. • How anyone can eat hot wings that burn holes in their tongues and then mumble how great they tasted while chewing ice cubes. • Why parents would buy their testosterone-tainted teenager a motorcycle with the capability to reach speeds of 180 mph and expect him to live past puberty; the parental desire to depopulate the household notwithstanding.
• How teenagers can borrow the family car and return it with just enough gas left for mom or dad to back it out of the driveway. • Why teenagers text each other when they’re standing two feet apart. • Why the air-conditioner waits until it’s 110 degrees before it croaks or the furnace quits when it’s 10 below. • Why doctors leave me in the waiting room with flu patients sneezing wetly and then transfer me to a treatment room where I wait until the sneeze germs infect my lungs or their tee-time nears, whichever comes first. • How the greasy, pock-marked parolee working at the discount oil change and midnight auto supply can tell my car needs an air filter, tires, battery, windshield wipers, radiator hoses, fan belts, brake pads and Ujoints 30 seconds after he figures out how to open the hood. • Why my car is the only one on a crowded parking lot that birds use for a toilet. • Why I bothered parking my car in the farthest space to avoid door dings only to return and find a rusted out pickup truck with multiple beer bumps parked next to it. • Why hail storms only happen before I put the car in the garage. • Why someone pays big bucks to a weight loss spa
but burns 20 bucks worth of gas driving around a parking lot looking for the closest space. • Why people in 500 dollars worth of Adidas sweats are out jogging for exercise while illegal aliens mow their lawns. • Why bankers went from making loans to people who didn’t need one to people that shouldn’t get one. • Why birds ignore the fancy birdhouse in the neighbor’s yard and nest in my dryer vent. • Why a guy in a pickup truck drives normally until he hooks a trailer on the back and turns into Evel Knieval in a make-believe semi going 90 in the monster lane. • Why traffic cops ignore pickup trucks going 85 in the passing lane pulling trailers carrying four-ton tractors and ticket the hybrid roller skate they’re tailgating. • Why someone who keeps three slavering, 90-pound barking dogs in a one-bedroom apartment is a member of PETA. • Conversely, why would someone with a yappy, ankle-bitting cur the size of a sewer rat with the disposition of a werewolf think it’s cute? Maybe if Copperheads grew fur… • How new stadiums make ball players win more games. • Why Cardinal reliever Trevor Rosenthal can terrify batters with 100 mph fast balls while the Cards lose 1 to 0...? Joe Morice is Community News’s blue-collar philosopher. He was born and raised in Missouri and spent most of his childhood on a farm and adulthood operating big machines. He has no formal training as a writer, unless 60 years of writing about any and everything counts. The opinions expressed in this column are Joe Morice’s alone and do not reflect the opinion of the owners or staff of Community News.
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