Upcoming H.E.L.P.S. Events

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1 Notes From the Nurse Autism Speaks It s Time To Listen and Jump! The Jacksonville Jump-A-Thon will take place the week of Feb th during the school day. This year our students will be jumping to benefit those with autism. A flyer containing the Jump-A-Thon schedule and more details will be coming home with your child in the very near future. Please watch for more information from Mrs. Lee and Mrs. Springer! Upcoming H.E.L.P.S. Events Flips twenty feet in the air, acrobatics on 18-foot ladders and handstands on stacks of wooden chairs. ALL PERFORMED BY COLLEGE ATHLETES LIVING DRUG FREE, ALCOHOL FREE, AND TOBACCO FREE! It sounds remarkable, and the visual is that much more spectacular! The Gymkana Troupe, which is open to all University of Maryland students of all abilities, perform both men and women gymnastics apparatus routines, as well as novelty circus acts that incorporate the use of chairs, ladders and trampolines. Their performances showcase high-flying acrobatics and promote a message of healthy, drug-free living to students across the Nation. Founded at the University of Maryland College Park Campus in 1946, the Gymkana Troupe is a non-profit, collegiate, exhibitional gymnastics group influencing youth to join them in pursuing a healthy lifestyle. Each of its 50+

members pledge themselves to be 100% drug-free. Through role modeling and their unique gymnastic performances, they present a powerful anti-drug message in a medium that youth can understand.

2 members pledge themselves to be 100% drug-free. Through role modeling and their unique gymnastic performances, they present a powerful anti-drug message in a medium that youth can understand. Students influencing students to soar above the influence of drugs is the heart of the Gymkana Program. Parents and youth please join us: Entrance Fee: $1 per person (collected at door) Limited Seating: Capacity 320 Bring the entire family! Cockeysville Middle School (Gymnasium) NO FOOD OR DRINKS PERMITTED IN GYM Friday, February 5th 7-8:30PM Sponsored by: Internet and Digital Technology: Teaching children about cyber-safety, cyber-ethics, and cyber-security" Wednesday, April 21, 2010: 7-9:00PM Ridgely Middle School Parents

3 Today s connected technology includes laptops with wireless connections; cell phones with text messaging; video games with chat capability; photo and music sharing; Wi-Fi hotspots; MP3 players and music/movie downloads; and so much more. Children are living in a world where social networking, text messaging, gaming and downloading music are part of their everyday activities. It is fun, exciting, and normal for them. They are also living in a world where this technology brings cyberbullying, access to inappropriate photos and information, obsession about their online lives and confusion over what is ethical, safe, and secure behavior. Even those parents and educators who believe that they are techsavvy can be left feeling ill-equipped to deal with the issues that surround children s connected activities. Join us as Iris Beckwith addresses many of these concerns and areas of importance, empowering you to understand and guide your children as they explore the online world. Cybersafety, Cyberbullying, ethics, & security Social networking risks & benefits Online predators What to teach young children & teens Safe & legal downloading; music, movies & games Internet addiction What the research tells us Technology safety for adults Good news about available resources Control: what works & where to find them Heartsaver CPR Classes Adult/Infant/Child CPR Adult/Infant/Child Foreign Body Airway Obstruction When: March 2, :30 7:30 pm Where: Pinewood Elementary School Cost: $40.00 non-employee of BCPS $30.00 BCPS employee Register: Contact Pam Frankle RN at AND

4 When: April 15, pm Where: Jacksonville Elementary School Library This will be the only CPR class held this year at JES! Cost: $40.00 non-employee of BCPS $30.00 BCPS employee Register: Contact Doris Eller RN at Register early as class size is limited. Understanding Executive Functioning and its Impact on Academics and Organization What Can You Do to Help? When: Tuesday, February 2, :30 8:30 p.m. Where: Jacksonville Elementary School Library Speaker: Fran Levin Bowman, M.Ed. Executive Dysfunction Coach Fran Bowman has had over 34 years experience in teaching, testing, and guiding families of children with learning differences.

5 Seating is limited! Contact Doris Eller RN at to register Please join us on February 2 nd for an evening of valuable information! Sponsored by the Jacksonville Elementary School F.O.C.U.S. group The Flu Season is Not Over Yet! The Baltimore County Department of Health continues to hold free H1N1 Flu Clinics. The next clinic is scheduled for January 28 th at the Parkville Senior Center from 1 to 3pm. To learn more about H1N1 flu or to get details regarding the clinic schedule visit or call

2016 Member/Parent Handbook

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