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HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES — PGs. 16-22
DECEMBER 2010
Hannah Maxwell,
daughter of Holly
Yeatman and David
Maxwell, is a junior in
the Art 3 course
taught by Brianne
Gates at Oxford Area
High School. Her
cover artwork was
done in acrylic paint,
Maxwell’s favorite
medium. It features a
twist on a typical
winter scene in
Oxford, where a chilly
landscape offers just
a small glimpse of
the spring weather
that will arrive
eventually.
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Obesity target
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KIDS 3
GET the SMILE of YOUR DREAMS
and the CARE YOU DESERVE
By MARIA PANNUCCI
In 1980, the first dietary guidelines were
published for the American public. They
served to advise Americans about their diet
and its affect on health and disease,
stressing the importance between the two.
At 18 pages, it was “intended for people
who are already healthy.” Thirty years
later, chapters separate the
recommendations and address a public that
is clearly unhealthy and overweight or
obese.
The 2010 dietary guidelines are perhaps
one of the most forward set of principles
published to date. For the first time, the
focus is on obese Americans who are
deficient in much needed nutrients and
lead an unhealthy lifestyle. Physical
activity, first introduced in 2005, plays a
key role in a healthy lifestyle.
Not surprisingly, adjusting the typical
American diet takes center stage for
recommendations. The amount of sugar,
fat and sodium play a key role. The
amount of sodium intake, which was
barely met in 2005 at a recommended
2,300 mg/day, has been further reduced to
1,500 mg/day.
Additionally, potassium is now stressed
as an agent to fight hypertension. While
saturated fats decrease from 10 percent to
seven percent of intake, and trans fats from
one percent to one half-percent of intake,
the increased consumption of
polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats
is recommended as a more healthful source
of calories.
A plant-based diet is being emphasized
over an energy-rich diet, which means
fruits, vegetables, whole grains, low-fat
dairy products and seafood are
encouraged. Increased fiber and a nutrientrich diet lowers the risk or helps fight the
effects of diabetes, hypertension, obesity
and heart disease.
A plant-based intake approach
eliminates the added sugars, sodium,
refined grains and solid fats that are found
in many processed foods and in highcholesterol, high-fat meat and dairy
products.
The guidelines are not limited to the
general public. They also recommend that
the United States Department of
Agriculture and the Department of Health
and Human Services develop a national
strategy to improve nutrition. This includes
nutrition education, accessibility of fruits
and vegetables and the production of more
healthful products.
Unlike the targeted “healthy”
individuals in 1980, the 2010 guidelines
address the various races, ages, faces and
genders of an “unhealthy” America. Here’s
hoping it doesn’t take another 30 years to
return to a “healthy”nation.
(Maria Pannucci, a graduate student at
Immaculata University, is an intern for
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A PARENT’S VIEW
KIDS 4
Give, then receive more
than you could imagine
By LISA MARIE CRANE
About 15 years ago, I gathered my adult
children together and told them I had an
important announcement to make. My son
Rob grew pale.
“I have decided to take myself out of
the loop,” I said. “Please don’t give me
any more presents for Christmas.”
Rob colored again and said, “Whew, I
thought I was about to get a new baby
brother or sister.”
My decision was based on the old
maxim that you can’t really change anyone
except yourself. I had grown tired of the
hustle and bustle of the holidays. All I
wanted to do, I decided, was visit with
family, sing carols and eat a few cookies.
I wanted to remember the real reason for
the season more and worry less about the
trappings and wrappings. So I took myself
out of the loop. No more presents for me.
But that didn’t mean I would stop giving.
After removing myself from the gift
exchange, I had to decide what to do about
giving. I looked around at all the things I
had received over the years. Some were
precious hand-made treasures made by my
children. Most were things I could
definitely live without. We have so much
and really need so little. So, I decided to
give to those who have so little and need
so much. Instead of giving gifts, I would
give people.
The first year, I gave my husband a
family in Africa. In his earlier days, Bob
had spent many years raising goats, but he
wouldn’t have to get up early to milk this
one or worry about her kicking over the
bucket. This goat would belong to a family
in Kenya who would use her to start a
small business and also feed their children.
I gave my daughter a sweet little girl in
Honduras who would be housed and
schooled in a wonderful orphanage run by
loving people. I gave my sons a library full
of books which would be used by students
in Namibia to open horizons to worlds
unknown. My children jumped right in.
My daughter gave me textbooks for the
children of those considered “untouchable”
in India. My sons gave me a classroom in
Thailand which would serve victims of the
child-trafficking trade. My parents gave
me the future of a young woman in
Ethiopia who would receive a life-saving
operation. My husband gave me a family
in war torn Darfur which would receive
emergency care.
Over the years our family has given
young girls in Namibia a chance for
schooling, helped educate a nurse to serve
HIV-AIDS patients in rural clinic in
Zambia and provided a tin roof for a
kindergarten class meeting under a tall tree
in the grasslands of Africa. We have
supported workers in China, Bolivia, the
Dominican Republic and Cameroon.
My students and friends joined in too.
They gave me socks to warm the frosty
Lisa Marie
Crane is a
mother,
grandmother
and a public
school teacher
in Chester
County. She is
a graduate of
West Chester
University, and
received a
master’s
degree in children’s literature from
Hollins College.
toes of homeless children here in
Pennsylvania. They gave me books for
kids in Appalachia.
“Open your eyes … give of yourself,
give as much as you can! And, you can
always, always give something, even if it is
only kindness! ... Give and you shall
receive, much more than you ever thought
possible. Give, give again and again, don’t
lose courage, keep it up and go on giving!
No one has ever become poor from giving!
… There is plenty for everyone in the
world, enough money, riches and beauty
for all to share! God had made enough for
everyone! Let us all begin by sharing it
fairly.”
The young girl who wrote the above
passage wanted to give all she had to
others, even though she had been living in
hiding for two years with seven other
people during World War II. And, through
her diary, Anne Frank gave an incalculable
gift to the world — the gift of hope. So,
instead of presents, we give people now.
And, every year, our “family” gets bigger
and bigger. Rob was almost right; no baby
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KIDS
DECEMBER 2010
VOLUME 19 • NUMBER 9
DECEMBER 2010
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GREAT VALLEY
Students make bowls
for ‘Empty Bowl Dinner’
By SARAH TRENTLY
Great Valley High School art students
recently used their hands and their hearts
Great Valley High School students (from
left) Taylor DeGiovanni, Katie Vogel and
Audrey Estok work on their pottery for
the ‘Empty Bowl Dinner’ in Phoenixville.
to combat hunger in the area.
Local ceramic artist Nell Hazinski
worked with the students in October,
helping them make bowls for the ‘Empty
Bowl Dinner’ in November at the
Artisan’s Gallery and Café in
Phoenixville.
“Art is often defined as a process of
‘making meaning,’” said art teacher Beth
Richey. “This project was a wonderful
way for students and teachers to
experience the spirit of art through the
making of meaningful art for a cause:
‘The Empty Bowl Dinner.’”
In addition, the art students
volunteered their time to serve the
dinner. Meal recipients ate from the
ceramic bowls that were made by
students, faculty members and other
contributors. Each participant took home
a bowl with them.
“The bowl serves as a reminder of the
need to end hunger,” Richey said.
The “Empty Bowl Dinner” is an
annual event hosted by the Artisan’s
Gallery and Café. Proceeds from the
event benefit Phoenixville Area
Community Service.
(Sarah Trently, a senior at
Immaculata University, is an intern in
the Great Valley School District
Community Relations Department for the
2010-2011 school year.)
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PHOENIXVILLE
KIDS 6
DECEMBER 2010
Barkley students, staff
pay tribute to veterans
The Veterans’ Day Tribute at Barkley
Elementary School, Phoenixville, on Nov.
11 began outdoors and continued indoors
with a stirring celebration.
The tribute began outside with a
promenade of motorcycles, ridden by
members of American Warriors’ Watch, A
Hero’s Welcome and Buffalo Soldiers and
sporting American flags. Escorted by
Phoenixville Police Ptl. Brian Marshall,
these men and women came to honor the
27 veterans that volunteered to speak in
the classrooms.
The tribute continued indoors. Cub
Scouts from Troop 119 and Barkley KKids’ officers escorted the veterans into
the auditorium and on stage. The assembly
was called to order by Cub Scout
Johnathan Pritchett, who led Pledge of
Allegiance. Students sang the songs
“America” and “Oh! I Love America,” led
by Kathi Boyer, vocal music teacher.
Fifth grader Maple Maloney read the
poem, “Take a Moment to Thank a
Veteran” by Joana Fuchs. She told fellow
students that they had the opportunity right
then to thank a veteran and asked them all
to say ‘thank you” on the count of three.
Virginia Salava, principal, spoke about
the importance of Veterans Day. She
explained it is a day when Americans:
• Thank living veterans for their service;
• Show appreciation for their efforts in
making our country a safe place to live;
• Honor those who endured hardships,
made great sacrifices, separated from their
families and experienced the horrors of
war.
A moment of silence was led by school
board president Paul Slaninka. “Taps” was
played by Phoenixville High School senior
Tim Hackett. School Superintendent Dr.
Alan Fegley and Dr. Regina Palubinsky,
assistant superintendent, came to pay their
respects. Wayne Lutz, founder of Warriors’
Watch, was the guest speaker. He
impressed upon the students the important
promise all servicemen make when
enlisting in the armed services. They
promise to protect American freedoms and
keep the country safe no matter what the
cost.
The 27 veterans who were honored
were parents, uncles, aunts, grandparents,
friends and neighbors of Barkley students.
They were assigned to classrooms and
invited to share their experiences. Students
had a lot of questions which the veterans
were happy to answer. A small reception
was hosted afterwards for all who
attended. Baked goods and treats were
donated by the teachers and the Barkley
School Home Association.
Karen Ewerth, art teacher, was in charge
of the decorations which were handmade
by the students. Phantom TV studio
technician Tom Ramsey, teacher John
Keenan, technology aide Laura Hett and
teacher Joe Cowan videotaped,
photographed and arranged the music.
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KIDS 7
OCTORARA
Teaching the skills and
dressing as the skills
Second grade teachers and instructional assistants at the Octorara Primary
Learning Center really got in the spirit of their ‘Project Read’ phonic program.
Students are taught explicit instruction in the use of syllable types. The goal is
for students to become thoughtful, purposeful and independent readers and not
‘rule memorizers.’ The program is designed to help students develop a
conceptual understanding of the logical links of the English language. When it
comes to reading and unlocking words using a system, the language is 87
percent 'regular.' Understanding the seven different syllable types helps
students to see the regularities. A graphic organizer of the number seven is
displayed on a poster in every classroom. Within a graphic of the number seven,
are closed, open, -cle, ‘r’ control, final magic ‘e,’ vowel team and diphthong
syllable types. Cutting patterns for syllabication are taught and illustrated with
the number five, which displays a mnemonic for dividing words into syllables.
The staffers, in reinforcing the reading concepts recently, dressed up as the
skills. Pictured are (front, from left) Alison Mannetta and Kate Weston, who
represents scissors since the patterns are cut to show where the syllables are
divided; (back, from left) Holly Conte, Kim Ponte, Tim Ergler and Lori Boldt.
Representing the seven syllable types, along with Snow White (school nurse,
Kris Guertler), are (front, from left) Shari Filoromo, Dana Coulter, student teacher
Rebecca Schroeder, and Megan Munn, (back, from left) student teacher Carlye
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Some titles for your
holiday gift-giving list
“In seed time learn, in harvest teach, in
winter enjoy.”
— William Blake
Here are some titles that would be ideal
for your holiday gift-giving:
Picture books, ages 3-to-7 years
“Fletcher and the Snowflake
Christmas,” written by Julia Rawlinson
and illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke
(Green Willow Books $16.99).
Fletcher is a fox who is concerned
about Santa finding Rabbit’s new home.
He and the other animals of the forest
decide to mark the way. They use sticks
and form them in the shape of an arrow.
But, the animals do not have enough
arrows. The group decides to take turns
and have one animal stay awake
throughout the night. They all fall fast
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This is a beautiful story about
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illustrated by Lauren Castillo (Simon &
Schuster $12.99).
Castillo uses the words from the King
James Bible to describe what Christmas is
all about. Her illustrations depict “the
reason for the season.” It is a beautiful
new picture book.
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Laura Kraus and illustrated by Elisabeth
Schlossberg (Chronicle Books, $16.99).
This is a lovely story describing
Hanukkah and its eight days of
celebration. It also includes a history with
definitions of Hanukkah traditions.
Young readers, grades 2-3
“Number One Kid” (Zig Zag Kids) and
“Big Whopper” (Zig Zag Kids), written by
Patricia Giff (Random House $4.99).
This is a new young reader series from
Giff, an award-winning writer. The Zig
Zag Kids are a group of after-school
children who attend the Zig Zag Center.
They meet in the basement of their school.
The children have a wide range of
backgrounds and culture.
This is an easy read for youngsters
beginning to read chapter books. The
topics are fun, interesting and things in
which kids can relate.
Middle grade books, grades 4-6
“Hero,” written by Mike Lupica
(Philomel Books, $17.99).
Zach Harriman is back at school after
his father dies in a plane crash. Zach is
drawn to find out everything about the
crash. He knew his father’s job took him
all over the world, but he did not realize
his father was coming home from a secret
mission.
Zach has also noticed changes in
himself. He is now able to sense things
around him, he can move faster and has
great strength. These things did not start
happening until two weeks after the
accident. Zach must find out what
happened and who is father really was.
What will he do when he learns all the
secrets?
This is an exciting adventure that twists
in many directions. Once you start reading,
you can’t stop until you finish the book.
(Ann Marie Fletcher-Moore is a
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the Chester County Book & Music
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DOWNINGTOWN
DECEMBER 2010
Pickering Valley makes
a difference to soldiers
Ninety students in kindergartenthrough-fifth grades participated in the
annual “Make a Difference Day” event at
Pickering Valley Elementary School,
Downingtown.
Students gave their time to make
beautiful and thoughtful cards for the
wounded soldiers from the 1st Battalion,
327th Regiment of the 101st out of Fort
Campbell, Ky., who are recuperating at
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The needs of these soldiers came to the
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family. Maj. Kevin Nicholas is working in
Philadelphia at the Defense Coordinating
Element of FEMA, Region III as the
operations officer.
Maj. Nicholas has been in the army for
15 years as an infantry officer. He has
deployed three times to Iraq in support of
Operation Iraqi Freedom. He returned on
July 29 from his last deployment and
moved to Chester Springs with his wife,
Jamie, and children, Paige and Logan.
It was through the Nicholas family’s
personal connections to this battalion that
this year’s “Make A Difference Day” was
defined, and as always, the Pickering
Valley community was more than willing
to help those in need. Pickering Valley’s
“Make a Difference Day” is one of many
community service events offered to help
students foster a strong sense of service to
others which they will carry with them
throughout their lives.
Maj. Nicholas spoke to the children
about how important it is to help others
and let those who serve our country know
how much they are appreciated. In
addition to the 190 cards created, students
were encouraged to bring in much needed
donations for the wounded warriors.
These soldiers have specific needs to help
in their recoveries; donations such as
weightlifting gloves for physical therapy
and wheel chairs, iTune gift cards, reusable
water bottles, Walmart/Target gift cards,
and phone cards to call family members
were just some of the items collected.
Additionally, Mrs. Nicholas obtained
1,000 Christmas cards from a company in
Georgia to send to soldiers in Afghanistan
who can then send them home to their
loved ones. The cost of the cards and
shipping is being covered by the Nicholas
family and Pickering Valley Home &
School Association.
Several Pickering Valley families
planned a trip in late November to Walter
Reed Medical Center to deliver the cards
and donations.
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Pickering Valley Elementary School,
Downingtown, recently planted an organic
garden with the guidance of William Moss
of the HGTV show “Dig In.”
Maj. Kevin Nicholas, his wife, Jamie, and his daughter, Paige, a third grade student
at Pickering Valley Elementary School, Downingtown, provided the motivation for
the school’s annual ‘Make A Difference Day.’
The idea for the garden came from the
school’s wellness committee, led by
former first grade teacher/volunteeer Pam
Barr and registered dietitian/parent
volunteer Barbara Davidson.
The garden project has several
objectives, including providing hands-on
learning about new foods, teaching organic
gardening and sustainability practices,
enhancing the district’s science curriculum
and focusing on wellness, health and
nutrition.
The garden produce will be donated to
an area food bank to help the students
experience community service.
The Bradford Media Group filmed the
garden planting to produce a video that
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On Nov. 11, students and parents at
North Coventry Elementary School,
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veterans for their annual Veteran's Day
breakfast and celebration.
The clear and sunny day began with a
delicious breakfast in the library where
tables were set with several beautiful
placemats, designed and created by the
North Coventry Lions Cub students. The
school staff provided many tasty treats,
breakfast casseroles, muffins and drinks.
Immediately following the breakfast,
veterans and their families joined together
for the raising of the flag by Capt. Marc
T. Stanley, USN (Ret), and the Owen J.
Roberts ROTC. After the raising of the
flag, Principal Stephanie Zdrazil
welcomed the veterans, more than 600
students and more than seventy five staff
members in the school’s all-purpose room
for an assembly.
Tania Vogel, music and choral director,
led the chorus in singing, “Thank You
Soldiers.” Accompanying the chorus on
the piano was fifth grader Daniel
DiMarino. During the assembly, several
Lions Cub students, under the direction of
teachers Lisa Bealer and Patrice Reiche,
shared patriotic poems and messages
they had written to honor the veterans. At
the conclusion of the celebration, the
student chorus and audience sang, “My
Country Tis’ of Thee.”
One veteran, a grandfather of three
North Coventry students, said, “I just
wanted to thanks the staff and students of
North Coventry elementary for the
wonderful program you put on to honor
all the veterans who served our country.
“I served during the Vietnam era, and
prior to my discharge, we were
encouraged not to wear our uniforms in
public, because there was such
dissatisfaction with the war in this
country at that time,” he said. “This was
the first time in 44 years I have ever seen
such a wonderful display of
appreciation.”
A North Coventry parent shared that
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student. The baskets were then taken to Heather Wanner’s first grade class
where the results were tallied and graphed by students. The winner, Fuji, was
announced in an episode of Hillendale TV the following morning. Two days
later, the remaining apples not used for the testing were made into
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By LISA McVEY
In October, students in Penn London
Elementary School, Avon Grove
Intermediate School and Avon Grove High
School collected canned goods and
nonperishable food items to help local
food banks provide for families in need
around the Thanksgiving holiday.
Students in grades three through six at
Avon Grove Intermediate School collected
canned goods and other nonperishable
food items for donation to The Bridge, a
food and clothing bank in West Grove.
The drive was sponsored by the
Jennersville YMCA and coordinated by
Todd Whitmer, a physical education
teacher at AGIS. Students collected 2,567
nonperishable food items.
The YMCA offered pool parties to the
top-collecting homeroom at each grade
level. Melissa Berk’s third grade
classroom, which was the top collecting
homeroom, won a pool party as did
Kristen Hassel’s fourth grade classroom,
Rebecca Rinehimer’s fifth grade
classroom and Anthony DiEmidio’s sixth
grade classroom.
The YMCA also awarded a pool party
to Ashley Blancard’s third grade
classroom. Although Blancard’s class
came in second for the most items
collected in third grade, her students
collected a significant amount more than
each of the other grade’s winning
classrooms.
Penn London students in kindergarten
through second grade recently completed
their “Get Fit and Give Back” campaign
with the Jennersville YMCA. Students and
families donations of nonperishable food
items filled about 25 large cardboard
boxes, which were taken to The Bridge.
During the Y-sponsored drive, Penn
London students were encouraged to
donate a food item, get fit by exercising,
or do both. Students who completed an
exercise activity and/or donated an item
then entered a drawing for a chance to win
a pool party for their class at the YMCA.
Stephania Martelli-Price’s kindergarten
class, Kristie Rineer’s first grade class,
and Kimberly Rollings second grade class
all won a pool party. Penn London
continued to collect food donations
through Nov. 19 to benefit The Bridge.
Avon Grove High School’s
Humanitarian Club also sponsored a fall
food drive to benefit The Bridge. Club
members produced commercials that ran
during the school’s morning
announcements, and students throughout
the school responded with donations of
canned fruit, vegetables, pinto beans,
boxed potato products, rice and cereal.
Humanitarian Club members also
volunteer at The Bridge every Tuesday
night, helping to coordinate registrations
and food distribution. Since its inception,
more than 400 families have registered to
Pictured (from left) at the end of the school’s fall food drive are Avon Grove
Intermediate School physical education teacher Todd Whitmer, student volunteers
Matt Pettoruto, Ben Younger, Emily Younger, Sam Good and Jake Good, along with
Bill Kanas from the Jennersville YMCA. Whitmer coordinated the school’s fall food
drive, which was sponsored by the Jennersville YMCA and benefitted families
served by The Bridge in West Grove.
use the services provided by The Bridge.
All Avon Grove schools will participate
in a food collection drive from Nov. 30
through early December to support the
Avon Grove Holiday Basket Program
sponsored by the Knights of Columbus.
The organization hopes to provide holiday
baskets to at least 300 families in need in
the area in late December.
Schools will also participate in various
charitable activities in December
including “adopting” families through
schools, churches and local organizations.
Toys, clothing, gift cards and more will be
collected, wrapped and distributed to
families in need.
In addition, schools participate in the
“Fill Christina’s Stocking” toy drive in
memory of Avon Grove student Christina
Loeffler, who passed away in the summer
of 2008 after a long battle with cancer.
The toy-filled stockings are delivered in
late December to the Alfred I. duPont
Hospital for Children.
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students involved and ready to be educated, engaged citizens. Students learn
about democracy through a combination of classroom activities, family
dialogue and an authentic voting experience. Students at participating
schools in Chester County elected Republican Tom Corbett governor,
Democrat Joe Sestak senator, Joe Pitts (R-16) to the U.S. House of
Representatives and Democrat Tom Houghton (D-13) to the state general
assembly. Pictured above are (front, from left) East Fallowfield kindergartners
Leaja Arroyo, Honesty London, Kaila Manuel, MyLohn Shelton and Evan
Adams and (back, from left) building sub Tristen Ziegler, who coordinated the
voting, and Principal Dr. Marie Walker.
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‘Star Light Star Bright’
In October, students in the Garden Club at Rainbow Elementary School,
Coatesville, made star ornaments for the Longwood Gardens Christmas tree
display. The students made sparkling star ornaments to go with the theme
‘Star Light Star Bright.’ The ornaments will be on display at Longwood
Gardens, Rt. 1, Kennett Square, during its annual Christmas display through
Jan. 9. The garden club is an after-school organization that meets once a
month to perform gardening activities. First grade teachers Jennifer Chrisman
and Judith Flynn are the co-coordinators of the club, which is open to
students from kindergarten through fifth grade. For more information on
Longwood’s Christmas display, visit www.longwoodgardens.org.
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DECEMBER 2010
Nottingham students vote
Beginning one week before
Election Day, students at Nottingham
School, Oxford, had an opportunity
to vote for candidates for
Pennsylvania governor, Pennsylvania
State Legislature and United States
Congress through the Kids Voting
USA program.
Kids Voting USA is a nonpartisan
organization that works with schools
to enhance civics education by
teaching young people to be
responsible and informed citizens,
providing a hands-on, realistic voting
experience on or prior to Election
Day and increasing adult voter
participation through a ‘trickle up’
effect.
Nottingham teachers provided
students with an overview of the
mid-term elections and distributed
‘voter registration cards’ that
allowed the students to log in to the
Kids Voting web site.
After casting their votes online,
each student received an ‘I Voted!’
sticker. In the photo at left, fourth
grade students Tyler Frick and Cami
Foglio show their stickers after
casting their ballots.
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to pregnant, post-partum, and breastfeeding women,
infants and children to the age of five.
Young families in Pennsylvania might be eligible for:
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• Referrals to health and social service agencies
• Vouchers for free healthy foods
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‘Fundred Dollar Bill’
The Oxford Public Library and the Oxford Arts Alliance hosted the fifth
graders at Hopewell Elementary School, Oxford, on a tour of the exhibit,
‘Benjamin Franklin: In Search of a Better World,’ which runs through Dec.
11. In addition to a guided tour of the exhibits at both buildings, the
students participated in activities which included exploring an online
interactive timeline on the life of Franklin, making small kites, watching a
video of how Franklin’s inventions and ideas continue to affect our lives,
and designing their own $100 bills for the national ‘Fundred Dollar Bill’
Project, which looks to involve students across the United States in
support of cleanup of lead contaminated soils along the Gulf of Mexico.
Pictured above with their kites are (from left) students Brandon Holz, Gabe
Cruz, Kirsten Bayer, Fabian Gonzales and Sarra Eggars.
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Science fair expo ‘awesome’
“This is going to be awesome,” said
Brentt Marshall, a sixth grader at
Kennett Middle School, as he eagerly
waited to participate in a science
experiment at Kennett Middle School’s
second Science Fair Expo.
In October, sixth, seventh and eighth
grade students participated in the event
that is designed to encourage students to
explore the world of science and to
inspire them to take part in this year’s
Kennett Consolidated School District
Science Fair.
Swamy Yeleswaram, vice president of
Incyte Corp., Wilmington, Del., was
eager to see Kennett students take their
efforts further and become involved in
the Chester County Science Fair, an
annual event facilitated by the Chester
County Intermediate Unit that attracts
entries from students county-wide.
“Science is much bigger than seeing
colors change in a test tube,” said
Yeleswaram. “It is all around us … it is
everything you see and feel. The science
expo opens students up to science and
helps them understand that it can be
fun.”
At the middle school science fair
expo, six stations were set up in the
gymnasium where students participated
in science experiments for 10 minutes at
each one. The stations gave students a
snapshot of a different branch of science
that could be used as a starting point for
their science fair projects. At the Crime
Scene Investigation station, students
used microscopes to look at hair samples
Sixth grade students enjoy the banana DNA experiment at the recent Kennett
Middle School Science Expo.
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The stations were staffed by parents,
local business represetatives and
volunteers from the Chester County
Intermediate Unit. Local businesses that
contributed to the Science Expo’s
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Jan. 2. Visit the Sunday School and Gibbons House to enjoy playing indoor
games, baking and tasting old-time recipes (cookies, biscuits, popcorn), doing
handwork (knit, crochet, quilt, needlework), playing or listening to musical
instruments, looking through a stereoscope, solving rebus brain teasers and
making paper ornaments. This year’s exhibit is inspired by the winter pastimes
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Holiday house tour
Step back in time to the grandeur of Christmas at the turn of the last century.
Once a year the Lukens National Historic District, 76 S. First Ave., Coatesville,
opens its doors to show the Victorian splendor of stunning properties
outfitted for a Christmas from yesteryear. Let the luminaries light your path on
Dec. 10 from 4 to 7 p.m. Among the buildings open are the Lukens Executive
Office Building, a classic example of the work environment of the early 20th
century; ‘Terracina,’ the home of Rebecca Lukens’ daughter, Isabella Pennock
Lukens, and an example of Country Gothic architecture; and Brandywine
Mansion, home of Rebecca Pennock Lukens, the oldest structure in the
Lukens National Historic District dating to the mid-1700s. Admission is free,
but a donation of canned goods is requested. Food will be donated to the
Coatesville Food Co-op. There will be free parking at the Lukens Executive
Office Building. For more information, call 610-384-9282 or visit www.
graystonesociety.org/events.
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Saturday,
December 18th
Visit with Santa at:
11:00 a.m. & 1:30 p.m.
The jolly old elf arrives in a helicopter to
greet children. Admission for children is
$10 which includes a photo with Santa,
refreshments and Holiday activities.
Family Helicopter rides offered
from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
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DECEMBER 2010
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calendar
OJR sisters
together in
‘Nutcracker’
The saying “sisters are special” is
especially true for Ashley Hatten and
Amanda Hatten.
The two Owen J. Roberts High
School students share many things in
addition to being identical twins and
having a fraternal brother Steven and a
younger brother Kevin. Ashley and
Amanda also have a penchant for dance.
And, after having leg surgery and
needing a wheelchair to get around,
Amanda has returned to participate in
the Chester Valley Dance Academy’s
annual holiday production of “The
Nutcracker.”
Amanda has appeared in Chester
Valley’s annual holiday production for
three years as one of Clara’s friends in
the party scene. Ashley, also a student at
Chester Valley, played Clara the year
Amanda made her debut.
Ashley’s love of dance started when
she began classes at the age of three and
Amanda soon followed. This year
Ashley will perform the roles of Snow
Demi-Lead, Arabian Queen and Waltz
Demi-Lead. Amanda will portray one of
the children in the party scene.
At Owen J. Roberts High School,
both participate in the “Best Buddies”
program. Amanda also enjoys riding
horses at Hope Springs Equestrian
Therapy in Chester Springs and
participates in the Special Olympics.
“Their love and support for each other
is an inspiration to all here at the
academy,” said Cathy Moran, director of
The Chester Valley Dance Academy,
Lionville. “I am pleased to have Amanda
joining us again this year.”
“The Nutcracker’ will be presented on
Dec. 11 and 12 at 5:30 p.m. at
DEC. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19
“Santa’s Express.” West Chester Railroad,
230 E. Market St. Trains depart 11 a.m., 1
p.m. and 3 p.m. Join Santa Claus for a trip
to Glen Mills and back, featuring holiday
entertainment and a treat for all kids.
$20/adult; $12.50/ages 2-to-12 years and
$5/ages nine months-to-two years, not on
an adult lap. Info: 610-430-2233. Web site:
www.westchesterrr.net.
DEC. 5,12, 19, 26
Horse-drawn carriage rides. Historic
Kennett Square. Noon-3 p.m. Leaving from
the corner of State and Union streets, the
carriage takes you through a “downtown
winter wonderland” of open shops and
restaurants. $5. Info: 610-444-8188. Web
site: www.historickennettsquare.com
DEC. 8
“Pet Night with Santa.” Waterloo
Gardens, 200 N. Whitford Rd., Exton, and
136 Lancaster Ave., Devon. 6-8 p.m. Bring
your favorite pets and a camera and have
their picture taken with Santa Claus. Info:
610-363-0800 (Exton) or 610-293-0800
(Devon). Web site: www.waterloogardens
.com.
Neither leg surgery nor a wheelchair will keep Amanda Hatten (left), pictured
with her twin sister Ashley, from appearing in Chester Valley Dance Academy’s
production of ‘The Nutcracker.’
Immaculata University, Malvern.
On Sunday, Dec. 5 at 1 and 3 p.m.,
the Chester Valley Dance Academy will
host its first “Sweets and Treats Party”
with “The Nutcracker” cast members. In
addition to taking pictures with Clara,
the Sugar Plum Fairy, the Snow Queen
and the Nutcracker, visitors will enjoy
decorating wands, candy canes and
listening to holiday music while coloring
nutcrackers.
Proceeds from this event will go to
helping Ashley and 12 other students
from the Chester Valley Dance Academy
represent Pennsylvania at Dance
Excellence in California.
For more information on “The
Nutcracker” and the “Treats and Sweets”
Party, and to purchase tickets, call 610594-2771.
DEC. 11
“Downingtown Good Neighbor
Christmas Parade.” 3 p.m. Parade will start
at Gable Avenue and travel along Lancaster
Avenue (Rt. 30) going west to east to
Whiteland Avenue. Featured: dance and
twirling units, floats, fire trucks, community
groups, antique cars and music by the
Downingtown High School Marching Band,
Cheyney University Marching Band, Chester
County Emerald Society Pipe Band and the
Uptown String Band. Info: www.dtown
christmas.com.
DEC. 18
“The Polar Express.” Kennett Flash, 102
Sycamore Alley, Kennett Square. 2 p.m.
Children can enjoy an afternoon of fun
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‘Santa’s Express’
Dec. 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19
Jolly Old St. Nick will be aboard our heated, lighted, decorated
train featuring holiday entertainment and a treat for all kids.
Trains depart Market Street Station (230 E. Market St.)
at 11 a.m., 1 & 3 p.m.
Adult fare: $20 • Children (2-to-12 years): $12.50
& $5 (9 months.-2, not on adult lap).
THE WEST CHESTER RAILROAD
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Visit our web site: www.westchesterrr.net
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THE HOLIDAYS
DECEMBER 2010
Connecting with your
kids a great holiday gift
By JILL CRAWFORD, LCSW
And so the holiday season is upon us
again. Not only does the calendar tell us
that, but it is evident from the annual onset
of our collective insanity ...
The mad dashes to the mall to find the
“perfect” gift for that loved one who
already has everything ... The frantic
scanning of catalogs and web sites in
search of that special something that you
haven’t yet identified but are certain your
child cannot live without. Sound familiar?
If yes, then pause for a moment.
Breathe.
Breathe some more.
Collect yourself. Attempt to call forth
the rational thought processes that you rely
upon, and use quite successfully, during
the other 11 months of the year.
Get a grip.
Now let’s think this through like the
intelligent individuals we surely are. As
you consider the various gift options, ask
yourself the following questions: 1) What
does your child actually need? 2) What
will your child truly benefit from? 3) What
will be a guaranteed hit? 4) What is costeffective, yet incomparable in value? 5)
What will never go out of style or be
passed over for the next trendy item? 6)
What will undoubtedly put a smile on that
face?
Could a gift so ideal in every way
possibly exist?
Absolutely ... It’s you. Yes, that’s right.
Give your child the gift of you. It is no
secret that families are busier today than
ever before. With everyone running in
separate directions most of the week,
between school, work, sports, music and
other activities, as well as the constant
interference of all things electronic, certain
pleasures we have always taken for
granted are increasingly absent from
family life ... things like togetherness,
uninterrupted conversations from start to
finish, eye contact — in short, human
connection. The relating part of
relationships is sorely lacking, and we as
individuals and as families desperately
need to get it back. What better time to
start than the holiday season?
So my challenge to all of you fellow
parents is to put down your catalogs, step
away from your computers, and consider
how to connect with your kids this season.
Here are a few thoughts to get you started
on this most radical of brainstorms:
• Consider giving experiential gifts
instead of tangible items such as outings,
day trips, overnights, activities you can do
together. Think about what your child(ren)
enjoys. This could be anything from
tickets to a sporting event or concert, an
afternoon go-carting or getting mani-pedis.
In short, take an adventure of sorts during
which you and your child/family can spend
time together enjoying each other’s
company and doing something fun.
Perhaps you as a family agree that you
will take a vacation over the holidays
instead of buying each other presents.
These experiences provide unique
opportunities to bond, catch up with each
other without constraint of time, set aside
the stresses of life, create everlasting
memories, and just be with one another.
Allow me to share a personal example:
On a recent family vacation, I had the
wonderful experience of going parasailing
with my son. We had a terrific time
together, sharing the adventure of flying
together up in the sky and experiencing in
tandem the range of emotions that
accompanied us. It was truly a glorious
day.
At the end of our vacation, we did not
bring home any souvenirs (code for cheap
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~ Behold the Magic and Beauty
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Saturday, Dec. 18
2 p.m. & 6:30 p.m.
Sunday, Dec. 19 ~ 2:00 p.m.
West Chester Performances
Henderson Auditorium
Group Rate Discount
Brownies, Girl Scouts, Schools, Social & Organizational Groups
Tickets on the Main Floor
$9.00, $11.00, $14.00, $16.00, $18.00, $20.00, $25.00, $30.00
For Premier Seating,
Please Call 610-431-2333
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To reserve tickets, call 610-383-3730, ext. 81559
CALLING ALL FORMER HONOR SOLOISTS
Former Honor Soloists from 1937-2009 are invited to
a ‘Meet & Greet’ on Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. in the high school
cafeteria. Each former soloist will receive two
complimentary tickets to the Saturday night performance.
Please contact Rita Tingle-Lewis at 610-383-3730 or
e-mail [email protected]
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DECEMBER 2010
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Ballet presents
48th ‘Nutcracker’
The Chester County Ballet, operating under the
auspices of The Harrison Studios, West Chester, will
present its 48th annual production of ‘The
Nutcracker’ on Dec. 18 and 19 in the auditorium of
West Chester Henderson High School.
Two hundred dancers, ranging in age from threeto-29 years, will present four performances,
beginning with a special matinee for first grade
students in the West Chester Area School District on
Dec. 17 at 1 p.m.
Performances will be Saturday, Dec. 18 at 2 p.m.
and 6:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 19 at 2 p.m. Tickets
range in price from $9-30 and may be purchased by
calling 610-431-2333.
Lavish new sets and exquisite new costumes for
Act II will honor the artistic and competitive
accomplishments of six graduating senior ballerinas
who have attended classes at The Harrison Studios
since the age of three.
They include Jessica Volk and Rebecca
Standridge of Unionville High School; Sheridan
McHenry of Octorara High School; and Adrienne
Dolce, Sarah Glessner and Alexis Patrick of Villa
Maria Academy, Malvern.
McHenry will perform the principal role of the
lead in Spanish, one of the Rose Princesses in ‘Waltz
of the Flowers,’ a doll in the Party Scene and a
Snow Crystal in the Snow Scene.
Meghan Thompson, a junior at Bishop Shanahan
High School, Downingtown, will be featured as a
doll in Act 1, a Snow Crystal, a lead in Marzipan
and in ‘America.’ For more information, visit www.
harrisondancestudios.com.
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watching this film about a doubting boy who boards a
magical train that’s headed to the North Pole and Santa’s
home. Free; donations welcome. Info: 610-444-8188.
Web site: www.historic kennettsquare.com.
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“A Dickens of a Christmas.” Mount Hope Estate, 2775
Lebanon Rd., Manheim (one-half mile south of turnpike
exit 266). Fridays 7:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday 1, 4
and 7:30 p.m.; and limited weekday shows at 1 and 7:30
p.m. Charles Dickens hosts this annual holiday tradition
with three, 30-minute Dickensian stories, including “A
Christmas Carol,” in the estate mansion, which is
transformed into intimate theaters. Through Dec. 23.
$21.95/adults weekends; $18.95/adults midweek; and
$9.95/ages five to 11 years. Dinner packages available.
Info/tickets: (717) 665-7021 or at PaRenFaire.com.
•
“A Brandywine Christmas.” Brandywine River Museum,
Rt. 1, Chadds Ford. Daily 9:30-4:30 p.m. (closed
Christmas day). Featured: fanciful illustrations for a
children’s book, extensive O-gauge model train layout,
natural “critter ornaments,” antique, 11-room Victorian
dollhouse, and more. Through Jan. 9. $10/adults;
$6/seniors ages 65 years and older, students and
children ages six and older; and free/ages under six. Info:
610-388-2700. Web site: www.brandywinemuseum.org.
•
“Yuletide at Winterthur.” Winterthur Museum, Garden
& Library, 5105 Kennett Pike (Rt. 52), Wilmington, Del.
Daily 10-5 p.m. (closed Christmas day). Experience
traditions of the past and dazzing holiday entertaining
displays. New this year: vignettes depicting mid-1800s’
Christmas celebrations at Winterthur and the January
1938 wedding festivities of Pauline Louise du Pont.
General admission: $18/adult; $16/senior 62 years and
older and student with valid ID; $5/ages 2-to-11 years;
and free/under age two. Through Jan. 9. Info: (302) 8884600 or e-mail [email protected]. Web site: www.
winterthur.org.
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Tuesday, December 28 through Thursday, December 30
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DECEMBER 2010
The gift of ‘you’
(Continued from page 19)
touristy items that will either be broken or
lost before arriving home), but we did
return with a renewed sense of closeness
derived from our shared experience, a
collection of funny stories, beautiful
photos and memories that we will both
cherish forever.
If you prefer to leave the heavy decision
making up to your child, consider giving
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them “coupons” for a “mom day” or a
“dad day,” during which they can select
the activity and have you all to themselves.
One-on-one time is a rare commodity
between children and parents, and is
treasured by everyone (even the grumbly
teens who won’t admit it).
Your kids may surprise you with the
simplicity of their ideas. When I have
asked kids what they might like to do with
a parent if they had a whole day to spend
together without interruption, many have
simply said “read a book” or “play
games.” The gift of you is more precious
and held more dearly than you think.
Sharing experiences isn’t just fun, but
has enduring positive side effects too.
Spending quality time together will give
rise to better communication, increased
trust and improved behavior. You may find
that you develop family traditions, new
rituals, and best of all, establish good
patterns of family interaction that will last
you all year long.
So this year, as you make those gift lists
and feel your blood pressure begin to rise,
pause, breathe and give some thought to
giving the gift of your time, your
undivided attention, your companionship,
YOU. Nurture your relationships with your
children. Connect. Relate. And, be merry.
Happy holidays!
(Jill Crawford, LCSW, is a
psychotherapist and parent educator in
private practice in Malvern, specializing in
the treatment of children, adolescents, and
families. For more information, visit
www.jillcrawfordcounseling.com.)
Breakfast with Santa
Saturday, Dec. 18
10 a.m.-noon
Elf raffle
Games
Lots of fun!
$5/child (preregistered by Dec. 13)
$6/child (at the door day of the event)
Free/2 years old and younger
Parents can register via phone at 610-857-9332
or send an e-mail with the child/children’s name to:
Santa arrives
Santa’s arriving in a whirlybird at the American Helicopter Museum and
Education Center, 1220 American Blvd., West Chester, on Saturday, Dec. 18.
Kids can visit with Santa at 11 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. Admission for children is
$10, and includes a photo with Santa, refreshments and holiday activities.
Family helicopter rides will be offered between 11-3 p.m. For more information,
call 610-436-9600 or visit www.helicoptermuseum.org.
[email protected]
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DECEMBER 2010
Brandywine Ballet’s ‘Nutcracker’
Under the direction of Donna Muzio, founding artistic director, the Brandywine
Ballet will present its 31st production of ‘The Nutcracker’ from Dec 10-19 at the
Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, High Street and University Avenue, West Chester,
the ballet’s resident theater. Special guest Jae Hoon Lim, formerly of the Koresh
Dance Company, will be a featured performer. The ballet’s popular children’s event,
‘The Nutcracker Tea’ will return on Dec. 11 and 18 at noon at Philips Memorial
Library, University Avenue and High Street, West Chester. This event allows
children of all ages to experience another dimension of ‘The Nutcracker’ by joining
Clara, The Sugar Plum Fairy and other characters for a pre-performance brunch.
‘Nutcracker’ tickets range from $22-$37; tickets for the tea are $25. Both are on sale
at www.brandywineballet.com and at 610-696-2711. Performances are Dec. 10
(school show) at 10 a.m., with snow date Dec. 13; Dec. 11 and 12 at 2 p.m.; Dec. 16
(school show) at 10 a.m., with snow date Dec. 17; Dec. 18 at 2 p.m. and Dec. 19 at 6
p.m. The snow date for the public performances is Dec. 20 at 7 p.m. For more
information, call 610-696-2711 or visit www.brandywineballet.com. Muzio founded
the Brandywine Ballet in 1979.
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Emma Reynolds
Kendra Reynolds
Jason Reynolds
Matthew Reynolds
Aldo Villagomez
Ethan Brooks
Carlos Ochoa-Martin
Samantha Foster
Isabel Morales-Cruz
Paola Zurita
Patricia Ramirez
Dominic Scattolino
Cristina Camacho
William Phillips
John Phillips
Kaitlyn Ehrhart
Kylee Ball
Megan leary
Christopher Titchenell
Kyle Titchenell
Justin Titchenell
Briza Zavala
Maelby Zavala
Christopher Castaneda
Kim Le
Tuan Le
Conor Burling
Elisabeth Taylor
Samantha Moore
John Blazakis
Delaney Marin-Tapia
Jackson Long
Brent Long
Jose Ramirez
Jimmy Szpak
Olivia Rumignani
Stephen Castaglivolo
Joshua Kramer
Aldo Meza
Alexandra Burns
Ripley Wodzinski
Nathan Galinski
Avan Polizzi-Gullo
Conner Polizzo-Gullo
John-Paul Dean
Samir Pugh
Nevaeh Torres
Jayun Soto-Villafane
Jazun Soto-Villafane
Ceandra Ashman
Natasha Galarza
Dwayne Rivera
Emily Behlert
Mike Cabrera
Yareli Gutierez
Emilie Blumenfeld
Giovanni Spacaavento
Emily Warner
Joshua Santos
Quinton Koonce
Justin Pimley
Carlos Lopes
Isabella Mathias
Ryan Anderson
Matthew Anderson
Michael Dillbeck
Lynette Cambell
Giavonna Cruse
Christian Cruse
Cody Cruse
Emily Kent
Nevaeh Ream
Adam Mitchell
Zachary Teeple
Keara Last
Evan Paez
Avery Paez
Luis Hernandez
Olivia Knecht
Joseph Rosado
Elizabeth Resillas
Kirstin White
Joshua Witkowski
Alexander Sharpe
Adam Peterson
Alice Peterson
James Neff
Natalie Leoni
Cami Brown
Jynea Ashton
Daviant Bell
Patrick Doyle
Grace Doyle
Alexa Leslie Robinet
Michael O'Reilly
Kah'mal Saunders
Joshua Morris
Angela Morris
Samuel Morris
Chase Manning
Lucas Cheney
Diego Martinez-Tibur
Dasani Wilson
Marielis Ortiz
Omar Chavez
Adam Noel
Callista Sharpe
Gianna Boyer
Shelby Dawson
Beverly Rodriguez
Nathan Jackson
Nicholas Jackson
Darcy Aguirre
Sophia Pham
Melissa Zamores
Chase Hoffman
Kirsten Hoffman
Dominick Caserta
Isabella Caserta
Dirk Carr
Macaela Walker
Lalah Walker
Russell Lloyd
Olivia Cross
Clint Carbaugh
Caitlin O'Neal
Lauren O'Neal
Edy Medina
Juan Ortiz Escobar
Matthew Joe
Taylor Meredith
Esteban Bedolla
Mackenzie Sexton
Casie Thomas
Erin Chapin
Isabelle Kasian
Lindsey Marcelo
Antonio Marcelo
Dyanny Gaspar
Eric Forsyth
Kimberlyn Cintora
Morgan Jernigan
Sydnee Jernigan
Owen Lucas
Claire Lucas
Julia Roth
Rachel Hughes
Emily Hughes
M. Meja-Garduno
Maureli Meja
Ingreid Alonzo
Neely Rice
Eric Rice
Mark Rice
Maylee Abel
Dominick Miller
Rachel Kealey
Jordan Lippin
Eli Carter-Soniano
Guliano DiLoberto
Nicholas Rosen
Samantha Spaziani
Terzin Afman
519 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford
610-388-2131
Emil;y Koenig
Nathaniel Roeder
Andrew Petty
Richard Houghton
Nicole Gonzalez
Christian Gasca
Kevin Gasca
Daniella Emrich
Ryan Emrich
Brianna Emrich
Anushka Kathikeyan
Andrew McConn
Abigail McConn
Kate Dewolf
Pablo Gallagher
Jorge Gallagher
Ashley Cole
Sydney Cole
Kane Lengel
Theresa Nearhoof
Timothy Nearhoof
Benjamin Schmidt
Connor Schmidt
Aidan Schmidt
Kane Lengel
Ashley Cole
Sydney Cole
Paoloa Zavala Romero
Nancy Zavala
Michael Massey
Emily Simpson
Lucas Mitchell
Kyle Mitchell
Siani Brown
Prudence Falco
Annalese Donnelly
Johnthan Munoz
Andrew Smondrowski
Linsay Fetrow
Kylea Fetrow
Essence Griffy
David Welsh
Jatziel Moyao
Kourtney Aumen
Christopher Story
Davanna McClellan
Shania Guzman
Jaxson Peoples
Victoria Peoples
Olivia Peoples
Christopher Wolf
Ruben Fojas
Roxanne Boyer
Azriah Lucas
Madison Taylor
Cianaliz Rosado
Jeremiah Lewis
Leon Moon
Shamar Galloway
Kailey White
Brian McGinley
Monica McGinley
Arthur Compton
Jason Garcia-Moreno
Cassey Clark
Rachel Eason
Isabell Sneider
Madeleine Sneider
Jacob Sneider
Christian Ugarte
Timothy Shuts
Eric Shuts
Xavia Dean
Deja Dean
5030 State Road
Drexel Hill
610-622-1949
Bryon Johnson
Averi McCarter
Gavin McCarter
Deicy Zavala
Ilze Mondaragon
Adrian Zavala-Bedolla
James Hill
Joseph Hill
Amanda Cooper
Jayden Carter
Sierra Carter
Brian Carter
Chuckie Drain
Danielle Drain
Emily Mono
Angelina Chavez
Monserat Rivera
Michael Barkasy
Amber Blackburn
Kori Blackburn
Christine Winslow
Justin Hoffman
Corley Sandland
Lorelei Sandland
Emily Riad
Zachary McGregor
Jessica Weatherill
Kylee Weatherill
Allison Vidal Alvarez
Andrew Krause
Luiz Cruz
Kaitlyn Grzenda
Zachary Grzenda
Nathan Grzenda
Robert McDonnell
Kylie Klein
Andrew Klein
Danielle Botial
Abigail Cummiskey
M. Zurita Rodriguez
Jesus Lopez
Natalie Poole
Sarah Poole
Ana Poole
Maliya Gandy
L. Gonzalez-Mondragon
Marisol Juarez
Emily Hansen
Laura Hansen
Caden Dalton
Leslie Cortes
Nathan Kidder
Lauren Kidder
Dylan Harris
Kaycee Engle
Hope Quinones
America Cortes
Giovanni Cortes
Shane Pettigrew
Kim Arroyo-Noyola
Stephen Beheler
A. Garcia-Rodriguez
Aiden Elliot
Logan Minch
F. Mercado-Herrer
Elizabeth Harvey
Julia Vega
Brianna Huller
Roman Diaz
Hannah Crane
Joseph Noyola-Arroyo
Isabella Huller
Marial Soto Rizano
Emily Durborow
Jessica Cox
Bryan VanKleeck
G. Zamudio Vasquez
Maria Morales
Adolfo Bedollo
Cassidy Colmary
Christian Pablo-Tomas
Esmeralda Pablo
Andrew Cruse
Katelyn Cruse
John Aguilar-Vasquez
Jorge Sanchez
Natalie Sanchez-Rivera
Edwin Hernandez
Elsie Hernandez
Christian Arrivello
Brooke Emerson
Cora Emerson
Anthony Mateo
Mark Carew
Samantha Walls
Devin Rudolph
Elizabeth Acland
Esteban Ramos
Zachary Williams
Mark Carew
Angele' Balbuena
Martza Urrutia
Lupita Lemos
Magdalene Sattesahn
Rachel Doyle
Olivia Engberg
Emma Spangler
Jose Perez
Joseph Frnklin
Camila Guzman-Murillo
E. Guzman-Murillo
Alexa Zavala Lopez
Robert Donahue
Monserrat Huichapa
Thomas Peppernick
Hope Peppernick
Josue Senquiz
Isabella Taverez
Katherine Anderson
Nicholas Gosline
Emily Eggers
Brendan Wright
Ryan Wright
Virgil Smith
Nayeli Arizaga
Xitlali Arizaga
Yahir Arizaga
Robert Donahue
Charlie Morgan
Alexandra Coble
Kainoa Distenfeld
Tristan Landgrebe
Leeloo Hart
Hayden O'Neill
John Bujnowski
Grace Mujnowski
Madelyn VanHorn
Mackenna VanHorn
Owen Bobb
Ella Scott
Logan Miller
Alex Malagon
Samuel Le
Brian Gaspar
Alexandra Conley
Jackson Conley
Mackenzie Doyle
Brendon Castano
Victoria Humphrey
Marilyn Villafuerte
Alvaro Guzman
Hayden O'Neill
John Bujnowski
Madelyn VanHorn
Mackenna VanHorn
Owen Bobb
Ella Scott
Logan Miller
Alex Malagon
Samuel Le
Brian Gaspar
Alexandra Conley
Jackson Conley
Mackenzie Doyle
Brendon Castano
Victoria Humphrey
Marilyn Villafuerte
Alvaro Guzman
Simone Ibasco
3915 Lincoln Hwy.
Downingtown
610-269-1910
Kevin Aguilar
Brianna Aguilar
Jeffrey Aguilar
Anthony Gentile
Juliana Gentile
Kalissa Kaufman
Chrstopher Stiner
Jacob Stiner
Nicholas Taylor
Keira Taylor
Sarah Hetrick
Henry Hetrick
Jeremy Rasemas
Cody Mealey-Mcintry
Nacera Gomaa
Michael Wolfe
Gabriela Koenig
Ellen Herrick
Wilson Herrick
Bryce McElhiney
Kylee McElhiney
Skylar Garver
Christopher Donovan
Zachary Donovan
Derrick Johnson
Sarai Escalante
Emanuel Martinez
Jayvon Scott
Jireeh Turner
Zachary Kudlacik
Airickah Middleton
Brayden Poole
Jonathan Chamberlain
Hannah Trimble
Merctus Korlison
Michael Ungaro
Christian Angelili
Cameron Angelili
Cullen Angelilli
Brynley Sweeney
Ryan Sweeney
Shawn Sweeney
Giovanni Jimenez
Shamiya Ricers-Easton
Gilberto Mazariegos
Lochlin Dufresne
Marvin Dufresne
Brian Carter
Brandon Suveg
Tyler Suveg
Luke Feathers
Giovanni Coleman
Noah McMahon
Anthony Reyes
Nicholas Amoriello
Meghan Venditti
Mark Elder
Joshua Beauchamp
Tyler Garver
Alie Bagusch
Jessica Bagusch
Nathan DiRocco
Molly McMahon
Zariyah Robinson
Emily Araoz
Carmen Martinez
Carol Martinez
Michael Blanton
Mckenzie Scheidel
Sofia Loiacono
Justin Loiacono
Gabrielle Castillo
Jason Seagreaves
Bianca Aguilera
Zayra Aguilera
G. Debonaventura
Andrew Perzhu
Adam Clark
Weston Berkey
Noah Berkey
Joshua Rivera
Pranate Nadkarni
Miles Horton
Andrew Pincin
Jason Avila
Dax Shallis
Richard Coserta
Leah Coserta
Ian Tickman
Augustine Nudy
Anthony Nudy
Stephen Parker
R. Gonzales-Flores
Kyle Fischer
Joanne Herr
Miguel Cruz-Flores
Joshua Roark
Delaney Stein
Kate Nolan
A. Hernandez-Mendoza
Yony Gonzalez Mata
Taylor Betterlein
Logan Russell
Adrianna Hughes
Michaela Schneider
Courtney Schneider
Andre Quinones
Mason Hanby
Austin Tran
Amanda Corriero
Kyle Richards
Nathaniel Winters
Kevin Pala
Emily Gesner
Alan Garduno
Selena Nava
Christine Wagner
Cianni Wagner
Keith Wagner
Kathryn Thomas
Daniel Ayllon
Julianna Huggard
Thomas McAndrew
Julia McAndrew
Justin Ryan
John Falconio
Jordyn Ewaka
Colin Ewaka
Gabriela Ayaoa
Yareli Ayala-Escobar
Arose Melusky
Jurius Coleman
Jose Castillo-Garcia
Annette Castillo
Tavo Schnabel
Jarrett Benoit
Nicholas Benoit
David Perkins
Genevieve Dennes
Jonathan Quintero
Gabby Munoz
Sean Miller
Mary Ryan
Anna Gilles-Convery
Marlana Gramo
Gabriel Nicholas
Amelia Nicholas
Collin Savino
Tamlynn Margolin
Bianca Giannantonia
Dominic Giannantonia
Ashley Montoro
Taylor Montoro
Andy Ortiz
Isabelle Peoples
Aiden Peoples
Sanmjit Bal
Joseph Ortiz
Samya Patterson
Brynlee Balliett
Zachary Blumenfeld
Sarah Porter
Joseph Porter
Gavin Merrick
Alexander Camacho
Daniel Bailey
Thomas Magee
Haley Roney
Nikki McGill
Monijan Lewis
Matthew Barwell
Dezirae Blevins
Bodey Shallis
Nathan Lucas
Noah Lucas
Steven Stout
Karson Merrick
Warren Merrick
Austin Moore
Anya Swankoski
Jonathan Reyes
Olivia Gardner
Ryan Gardner
Zachory Gardner
Mateo Guity
Marlin Coria-Flores
Dominic Lara
Isiah Colon
900 W. Baltimore Pike
Suite 203, West Grove
610-869-9727
KIDS 24
SCHOOLS
Football team
gives back to
the community
Walk-a-thon
raises $6,000
to pave path
Students at Bradford Heights
Elementary School, Downingtown,
recently raised more than $6,000
participating in a walk-a-thon. The
money was put toward the funding of a
paved walking path on campus.
The school organized an assembly in
October to kick off the Nov. 1 walk-athon. In honor of the Phillies’ National
League playoff games, first- and fifthgraders wore pedometers to determine
who had to take more steps to traverse
the 90 feet between home and first base
on a baseball diamond.
The answer: the first graders had to
take 15 percent more steps.
And, the audience went wild when
Principal Mike Solon raced a teacher on
kids’ scooters while kids of different
ages competed in the race by walking the
perimeter of the gym. Though the
teachers on scooters navigated around
the gym first, the race illustrated that the
walkers expended more energy and
better exercised their hearts, the most
important muscle in the body.
Incentives for the students to
participate in the walk-a-thon included
gift cards, extra recess time and
classroom funds for the winning class.
Bradford Heights initiated its walking
program as part of the Downingtown
By SARAH TRENTLY
Students at Bradford Heights Elementary School, Downingtown, take part in the
recent ‘walk-athon’ to raise money to pave the student walking path.
Area School District’s wellness policy.
Currently, the students miss taking part
in the walking program on about 25
percent of school days due to wet,
muddy conditions on the grass field.
Because of this, the ancillary benefits
of the pre-lunch walking program, such
as eating a better lunch and behaving
better in class, aren’t consistently
achieved at the school. The Bradford
Heights Home and School Association
hopes that through its fund-raising effort
the path will be paved during spring
break in 2011.
The quarter-mile path will be open for
use by the community during school offhours. The home and school association
also plans to earn funds throughout the
year by selling bricks personalized with
donor names to families and community
organizations. The bricks will become
part of the path leading from the school
to the walking trail. Those interested in
the school’s efforts may contact
Jacquelyn Dietrich, at gourleydietrich
@msn.com.
‘Awesome’ is the word for science fair expo
(Continued from page 15)
Gore & Associates, Bove Jewelers,
Hendrix Orthodontics and DuPont.
At the Home Analytical Chemistry
station, Tom Felder, principal
investigator at DuPont Displays,
explained what analytical chemists do
and the wide variety of jobs available to
someone who studies chemistry. Using
potatoes and baking soda, the students
had to identify which water samples
were contaminated with salt and which
were contaminated with vinegar.
At the Penny Boat Challenge station,
DECEMBER 2010
pairs of students built boats from small
pieces of tin foil. Then they placed their
boats in the float tank to test how many
pennies they could hold. Once water
entered the boat the turn was over. Sixth
graders Ja’Naye Pritchett and Kelsey
Hands realized that slowly adding
pennies one at a time and distributing
them evenly throughout the boat was
more effective.
“It really mattered how the pennies
were put in,” said Kelsey.
“We put them in the middle first and
then on the sides,” said Ja’Naye. “You
had to spread them out carefully and
slowly.”
Louis Bedolla, a sixth grader, also
determined that creating a boat like a
cup with smaller sides was more
effective.
“It is the best shape for carrying
pennies,” said Louis.
(This story was submitted for
publication by Krisp Communications of
Gilbertsville, the communication
consultant of record for the Kennett
Consolidated School District.)
The Great Valley High School football
team recently volunteered at the third
annual “Michelle’s Miles” run/walk fundraiser in Newtown Square that celebrates
the life of Michelle Deasey, a third grade
student who died in 2007.
Michelle’s brother, Zach Deasey, is a
sophomore at Great Valley High School.
Head football coach Mike Choi brought
the volunteer opportunity to his team
earlier this year.
“We volunteered because it touches one
of our students,” said Choi. “I have a
personal relationship with him (Deasey). It
was important that we help out.”
Choi also expressed his opinion that
community service should touch and
benefit one’s local community. He said
that by volunteering at this event, the
football team began its effort to give back
to the community.
Forty football players arrived at 7 a.m.
a.m. on a Sunday in October to help with
setting up, moving tables, hanging signs,
serving as course marshals and breaking
down the event.
“The guys were really excited,” Choi
said. “I didn’t make it mandatory, and it
was nice to see such a large showing of
guys. They are a tight group.”
The Great Valley High School football
team also volunteers in other ways. As
part of a separate event, the team helped
tye-dye T-shirts for Great Valley Special
Olympians and staff.
“We have the ability to help and I want
to utilize that ability. I want them to be
good role models in the school and
community” Choi said.
Choi also has plans to begin a reading
program with Great Valley elementary
schools and to begin a collection of goods
to be sent overseas to service men and
women. He said he would also like to
involve the team memers in at least one
more community service project before
their winter break.
(Sarah Trently, a senior at Immaculata
University, is an intern in the Great Valley
School District Community Relations
office.)
Parade
Principal Rebecca Eberly,
teachers and students at Fern Hill
Elementary School, West Chester,
pose in their fun and scary
costumes during the school’s
annual ‘Spooky Halloween
Parade’ and party celebrations.
SPECIAL NEEDS
DECEMBER 2010
E-NEWSLETTER UPDATE
Published weekly by Casey Jones of Transformation
Initiative. incredibly comprehensive listing of primarily free family
services-related trainings and conferences and fun family events
in Chester County. The ARC will post this information on its web
site: www.arcofchestercounty.org. You may also sign up for this
regularly published information. Check it out. Subscribe by
sending an e-mail request to [email protected].
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS
“COMPETENCE and CONFIDENCE: PARTNERS in
POLICY MAKING for FAMILIES of CHILDREN in EARLY
INTERVENTION (C2P2E1) 2010-2011.” Dec. 3-4, Feb. 25-26
and April 29-30. Dolce Valley Forge Hotel and Conference
Center, King of Prussia. Info/registration: Diane Perry at 215-2043031, or [email protected].
“BEHAVIORS and ASSESSMENT STRATEGIES for
CHILDREN with AUTISM.” Dec. 7. The ARC of Chester County,
West Chester. 10-noon or 7-9 p.m. Facilitator: Kathy Fox, autism
specialist with The ARC of Chester County. Families free. Act 48
available. Info/registration: Janice at 610-696-8090, ext. 200.
DYSLEXIA — A SIMULATION.” Jan. 20. Valley Forge
Educational Services, Malvern. 6:30-8:30 p.m. What is it like to
have a language-based disability? How does it affect daily life?
Experiential workshop guiding participants through six learning
stations. After stations have been completed, participants will
gather for a general discussion about the experience. Info/
registration: www.vfes.net.
ADHD CHADD ONLINE PARENT TRAINING
CONFERENCES: www.CHADD.org/Content/CHADD/
Conferences_Training/ParenttoParentProgram/Online_Parent_to
_Parent_Class/.
CHESTER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT COURSES:
www.cciu.org and click “courses.”
DPW OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS (PUNS,
Consolidated Waiver, IFSP, etc):Web site: www.odpconsulting
.net/. Web casts: www. odpconsulting.net/index.php?option
=com_content&task=view&id=163&Itemid=223.
NAMI MH EVENTS: namipa.nami.org/programs index.htm.
PEN WEBINAR: “SPECIAL NEEDS TRUSTS.” Dec. 7 from
11-12:30 p.m. Facilitator: Crystal Welton, JD, LLM, from
McAndrew’s Law Offices. The purpose, uses and limits of special
needs trusts as well as the types of and the requirements of
each, and how to coordinate the other estate planning
documents with the trust. Info/registration: www.parentednet.org,
or 800-522-5827.
PATTAN TRAININGS: www.pattan.net/profdev/training
calendar.aspx.
PARDON and EXPUNGEMENT PROCESS WORKSHOPS
with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Dec. 7. Coatesville
Center for Community Health, 1001 E. Lincoln Hwy. 3-5 p.m.
Designed to help those whose past criminal records are
preventing them from getting a job. Info/registration:
[email protected], or 610-380-7111 x 16.
ACADEMIC SUPPORT ON THE WEB:
www.softschools.com: online work and worksheets, Pre-K to
middle school.
www.onlinemathlearning.com: worksheets with concepts and
explanations.
www.hawii.edu/suremath: chemistry, physics and algebra.
www.starfall.com: excellent web site for young (up to fourth
grade) emerging readers.
www.webmath.com
www.funbrain.com: games to improve grammar skills.
www.eduplace.com/tales: like an online Mad Libs with
reading and writing skills.
www.factmonster.com: lots of great stuff.
www.cut-the-knot.org: puzzles on tons of math topics up to
12th grade.
www.mathgoodies.com: go to parents and find free activities
and worksheets.
www.aaamath.com; www.aaaspelling.com; www.aaawhere
.com: all online work.
www.quizlet.com: Make tests and flashcards for any subject.
“ARE YOU ELIGIBLE? OBTAINING PUBLIC BENEFITS
FOR IMMIGRANTS.” Dec. 10. COAD Group, 930 E. Lincoln
Hwy., Exton. 9-1 p.m. A training for providers and advocates with
John Whitelaw, staff attorney with Community Legal Services.
Offered by PICC and MCHC. Co-Sponsored by the Pennsylvania
Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers. Info/
registration: www.surveymonkey.com/s/XJSGN5K, or susankim
@palmmigrant.org.
“AD/HD’s EXTRA BAGGAGE.” Dec. 14. Kesher Israel
Congregation, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Explore the other
problems that can accompany AD/HD, e.g., depression, anxiety,
OCD, bipolar disorder, limitations with learning styles (auditory
processing, reading comprehension, sleep disorders, etc.).
Explore your resources. Info: www.chadd.org/222. All welcome.
“DEVELOPING INDEPENDENCE in the HOME.” Dec. 15
from 10-11:30 a.m. For families with children with PDD/autism.
Children with PDD/autism may present with a variety of motor,
sensory, communication and behavioral difficulties, affecting their
ability to perform tasks with independence. This session will
provide strategies for developing skill independence in the home
setting. Register by Dec. 8. Info/registration: Susan March at
[email protected].
ADHD: ASK THE PARENT PANEL with CHADD board
members. Dec. 18. Kesher Israel Congregation. West Chester.
7-9 p.m. The panel will share its favorite strategies and pitfalls,
the best resources and how to deal with the school system,
neighbors, medical access cards, etc. Bring your questions.
Registration not necessary. All welcome. Info: www.chadd.org
/222.
STATE SPECIAL EDUCATION COMPLAINT PROCESS
WEBINAR. Jan. 5 from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Webinar addresses the
filing of written complaints with the Bureau of Special Education
and filing complaints for mediation and due process. A well
developed written complaint results in more success for your
child. Registration: www.pattan.net. Info: Malcom Connor at (717)
667-3153.
“DEVELOPING a GOOD INDIVIDUAL SUPPPORT PLAN
and PARTICIPANT DIRECTED SERVICES and HOW to
SELECT a PROVIDER.” Jan. 15 from 9-noon. This training will
help you create a comprehensive ISP that addresses medical
concerns, finances, services and supports in the context of
personal preferences, desired outcomes, a vision for the future
and achieving success. With PDS you gain more control over
services and supports when you are diretly involved in hiring and
managing your support people. Both models are explored along
with rights and responsibilities. Don’t miss this training. Info/
registration: Janice at [email protected], or 610696-8090, ext. 200.
ACTIVITIES, SUPPORTS
for CHILDREN & TEENS
ACADEMICS. School-based academic support program for
ages 14-to-18 years. Call Coatesville Rotary at 610-384-9196.
ACTING/DRAMA for 8-to-13-year-olds on the autism
spectrum. Six-week program improves communication,
socialization and motivation by having fun with drama and
theater. 10-noon. $160. Info: Kate McLenigan Altman at 610283-2230, or [email protected].
“ACTING ANTICS.” Drama workshops are designed for
students with Asperger Syndrome, nonverbal learning disorders
and/or social cognition deficits. Theater teaches the power of
body language, voice modulation and facial expressions. Info:
Cindy Schneider, education consultant/theater director, at 610913-6018.
AD/HD CHADD TEEN SUPPORT GROUP meets the third
Thursday each month. Exton Community Baptist Church. 7:308:30 p.m. Parents can stay on premises. Facilitated by CHADD
board member. Info: 610-429-4060 or www.CHADD.net/222.
AD/HD GO GIRLS CLUB for girls ages 8-to-12 years (or in
third to sixth grade) with ADD or ADHD. Girls must be aware of
their diagnosis. $100 for six-month registration. Info: Natalie
Knochenhauer at 215-275-4978, info@ ahdhaware.org, or
ADHDAAware.org.
AD/HD BOY2BOY CLUB for boys ages 8-to- 12 years (or in
third to sixth grade) with ADD or ADHD. Boys must be aware of
their diagnosis. $100 for six-month registration. Info: Natalie
Knochenhauer at 215-275-4978, info@ ahdhaware.org, or www.
ADHDAware.org.
ART. ART PARTNERS STUDIO. Art classes and
participation at special events for ages 6-to-12 years. Info:
Lindsay Brinton at 610-384-3030, or [email protected].
ART. CENTER for CREATIVE ARTS, Hockessin, Del.
Classes for special needs students ages 6-to-12 years. Info:
www.ccarts.org, or 302-239-2434.
“PUT YOURSELF in the SHOES of an INDIVIDUAL with
Acting Antics
Holiday Activities
for all ages!!
Shop ‘Til You Drop Day!
Let us entertain your kiddos
while you shop! Go to
www.actingantics.org for details
and other holiday activities
ART. EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY GROUPS for
CHILDREN. Building Bridges, Media. Ages 5-to-9, and 10-to-13
years. Monday evenings. Info: 484-574-2858, or debleoni
@comcast.net.
Center), in partnership with West Chester University. 1160
McDermott Dr., West Chester. Evaluations and treatment in
clinic, home, and community/school. Info: 610-430-5678, or
[email protected].
AUTISM. CLASSROOM PROGRAMMABLE. Discovery Day
School, Five Points Road, West Chester. Tuesday and Thursday
9:30–12:30 p.m. “Building the Basics through Learning
Experiences” for two-year-olds; run by The ARC of Chester
County (First Step) and taught by a skilled speech therapist with
a unique blend of TEACCH, total communication, positive
reinforcement and child-centered learning. Info/registration:
Anne Bernstein at 610-696-8090.
GAMES. FREE ON-LINE GAMES:
• AARP — http://games.aarp.org/categories/all.aspx includes
beach soduko, carniball, cryptogram, disco bowling, driver
safety program word search, easy crossword, Word Search, etc.
• UCLICK: http://content.uclick.com/games.html includes
daily tootonym, daily roundup, flash arcade solitaire, play four
soduko, universal trivia, universal jigsaw puzzle, universal
crossword, up and down words.
• HAPPY NEURON GAMES: www.happy-neuron.com/
partners/index.php?refcode=006AARP
ASCEND EVENTS: www.ascendgroup.org/.
CHADD AD/HD TRAININGS: Local — www.chadd.org/ 222.
Winter Social Skills
Beginning in January through
Music and Drama.
Classes for individuals
Age 3 through adult!
Go to www.actingantics.org to
download schedule and
registration form.
Setting the Stage for Social Success
Seminar for parents and professionals! Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Hilton Garden Inn, Philadelphia PA
Go to www.actingantics.org for details!!!
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AUTISM. SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center), in partnership with West Chester University. Non-profit
clinic serving children, adolescents and young adults with ASD.
Includes: diagnostic services, behavioral therapeutic services,
feeding evaluations and treatment, home programs, academic
tutoring, social skills, consultative services, daycare/school/
service providers, consulting services, babysitting/respite care.
Located on the WCU campus. Info: [email protected], or 610430-5678.
AUTISM. SUPPORT GROUP for parents of children under
five years with autism. St. Matthew's United Church of Christ,
2350 Conestoga Rd, Chester Springs. Share experiences, voice
questions, seek advice and share in laughter with other parents.
Call Janice at 610-696-8090 for dates and times.
AUTISM. TODDLER/PRE-SCHOOL PLAY GROUP for
children with ASDs. Structured play dates where children can
develop social/play skills w/peers, while parents network with
and support each other. Communicate through Yahoo group:
groups. yahoo.com/group/ASD_Playgroup/ Subscribe by
sending email to [email protected].
CHESS CLUB for ages 5-to-18 years. Mondays from 4-8
p.m. Coatesville Area Public Library. Learn to play tournament
chess. Free. No registration necessary. Info: 610-384-4115.
COMPUTERS. Low-cost, refurbished computers available
for $50 to $300 for qualifying families. Download an application
from web site: www.TeamChildren.com. Info: 610-666-1795.
COMPUTER WORKSHOPS. Chester County Library, 450
Exton Square Parkway, Exton. Space limited. Info/registration:
610-280-266, or [email protected]. Library calendar available at
www.ccls.org/assets/pdfs/cclnews.pdf.
DANCE. DIAMOND DIVAS. A drill and step team for girls
ages 7-to-16 years. Info: Geri Allen at 610-380-4465 or
[email protected].
DAY CARE. LAUREN’S HOUSE, a caring center for special
children ages birth to eight years with skilled medical/nursing
needs, acute or chronic in nature. A medical day health center;
can be used in lieu of or as a complement to private duty
nursing in the home. Located in Boothwyn and Coatesville area.
Info/registration: 877-589-0854. Web site: www.laurenshouse
.com.
DEPRESSION. Learn from ME about teen depression. The
ME Project: encouraging, supporting and educating teens, their
families, and the community about mental health issues.
Resource center in Ridge Village Shopping Center, Suite 21,
Chadds Ford. Web site: www.meproject.org.
DRIVERS TRAINING. Two courses: “Classroom (Highway
Safety)” and “Behind the Wheel” offered by the Chester County
Intermediate Unit. Info/brochure: www.cciu.org/Departments/
CustomEd/drivereducationpdfs/DriverEd2009-10.pdf or 484237-5189.
EDUCARE STREET SMARTS. KenCrest’s extended
school-day transition support for students with autism and other
developmental disabilities. Building bridges to the community for
school-age children 13-to-21 years. Info: 610-636-1575.
FEEDING. SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
GAMES. PAID ON-LINE GAMES:
• Fit Brains — www.fitbrains.com/
• Luminosity Brain Games — www.lumosity.com
HOMEWORK. BRIDGE ACADEMY and COMMUNITY
CENTER. For ages 4-to-18 years or 18 years and up. Homework
Club, arts and crafts, dance, sewing, carpentry, computer
classes. Info/registration: Jordan at 610-466-9505, or Jordan.
[email protected].
MENTORING. CHESTER COUNTY FUTURES. School- and
community-based mentoring program for ages 14-to-18 years.
Info/registration: Kathy at 610-516-1050, or kmclaughlin
@ccfutures.org.
MENTORING. GIFTS. Mentoring program for girls ages 13to-18 years. Info/registration: Jackie at 610-384-3344, or jcarter
@nlicf.org.
MENTORING. TIMS. Mentoring program for youth ages 11to-18 years. Info/registration: Alphonse at 610-384-8595, or
[email protected].
MENTORING. YOUNG LIFE. Mentoring and youth programs
for ages 14-to-18 years. Info/registration: Josh at 484-354-9496
or [email protected].
MUSIC. “MUSIC MUSIC MUSIC,” an interactive parent-child
music group. The ARC of Chester County, West Chester. Group
for 0-to-3-year-olds Wednesdays from 9:15-10 a.m.; group for 3to-5-year-olds Fridays 9:15-10 a.m. $80. Class limited to 10
children. Info/registration: Janice at 610-696-8090, ext. 200.
MUSIC. TEMPO MUSIC THERAPY SERVICES. West
Chester and King of Prussia. Individual and group music therapy
sessions for children, teens and adults as well as inclusive family
music (Music Together) classes. Info: 610-344-7030, or
www.tempotherapy.com.
READING. COATESVILLE AREA LIBRARY. Reading
programs, story-time, play groups, family groups and special
events for ages birth-to-12 years. Info: 610-384-4115.
RECREATION. FREE LIFETIME ACCESS PASS to
NATIONAL PARKS for permanent residents with a permanent
disability. Links/info: www.store.usgs.gov/pass/access.html.
RECREATION. COATESVILLE ARTS and RECREATION
DEPARTMENT. Summer/winter basketball leagues, summer
programs and art classes for ages 8-to-15 years. Info: 610-3840300.
RECREATION. COMMUNI-TEENS. A service and
recreational program for teens using wrap-around services and
neighborhood peers sponsored by The Institute for Behavioral
Change. Limited to 10 teens. Contact: 610-383-1432.
RECREATION. FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT. First Friday each
month at 7 pm. The Journey Church in West Chester. Movies
shown on 9x13-foot big screen. Soda and popcorn provided.
Info: Scott Smith, pastor, at [email protected].
RECREATION. FUN CLUB. For 6-to-12-year-olds one
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QUEST
Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Located in the West Chester/Marshallton area, we are a non-profit pediatric
therapy program for children with special needs.
Our programs include:
Hippotherapy — Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists use the horse as a
tool to achieve therapy goals in children from the age of 2 years old.
Therapeutic Riding — Instructors teach adapted riding skills.
Equestrian Special Olympics — Children experience the thrill of training and
competing in horse shows.
Early Intervention Program — Therapists and other support services work with
families and caregivers to enhance the growth and acquisition of skills of children
with special needs aged birth to three.
Candidates for this program include children with cerebral palsy, spina bifida,
down syndrome, traumatic brain injury, sensory integration dysfunction,
autism/PDD, developmental delays, and learning disabilities.
Cost for therapy services is covered under most medical insurance plans.
For more information please call Sandra McCloskey, P.T., HPCS at 610-692-6362
Quest Therapeutic is a 501c3 non-profit organization
Donations, volunteers and fund-raising opportunities are always welcome.
461 Cann Road, West Chester
610-692-6362 • www.QuestTherapeutic.com
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Saturday a month. Community fun. Run by The ARC of Chester
County. Call your supports coordinator for funding options. Info:
Rob at 610-696-8090, ext. 240, or rmalone@arcofchester
county.org.
RECREATION. SYNERGY RECREATION. Home-based
services offering personalized activities, and designing
meaningful recreational experiences by building on client's
current interests and helping people create lasting relationships
within families and communities. All about fun. Info: Heather at
synergyrecreation.com, or 610-324-8307.
RECREATION. SOCIAL SKILLS and RESPITE – TEEN
LINK to the COMMUNITY (TLC) CLUB. Meets monthly on
Saturday or Sunday for 4-plus hours. For ages 13-to-21 years.
Community-based barbecues, swim parties, zoos, outdoor
games, dances, bowling, train rides, etc. Call your supports
coordinator for funding options. Info: Rob at The ARC of Chester
County at 610-696-8090, ext. 240, or rmalone@arcofchester
county.org.
RESPITE. ARC of Chester County TAP PROGRAM
(Temporary Assistance Provider) offers one-on-one respite
assistance to families by the hour, day or week. All ages. Info:
Janine at 610-696-8090, ext. 239, or jcaldwell@arcofchester
county.org.
RESPITE. ARCares (ages 18+) COMMUNITY RESPITE
and EXCURSION SERVICES RESPITE PROGRAM. Planned
community excursions each month at same time of month allow
caregivers to schedule respite time on a consistent basis. Info:
Janine at 610-696-8090, ext. 239.
RESPITE. CHESTER COUNTY RESPITE NETWORK.
Respite provider as well as in-school 1:1 support service
provider (personal care assistants), participating in the
Phoenixville Grant program, waivers, family-driven dollars,
agency pay, and private pay for respite. School services are
funded by the districts. Info: Donna at
[email protected].
RESPITE. FUN CLUB for ages 6-to-12 years meets one
Saturday a month. Community fun. Run by The ARC of Chester
County. Call your supports coordinator for funding options. Info:
Rob at 610-696-8090, ext. 240, or rmalone@arcofchestercounty
.org.
RESPITE. MH HELPING HANDS. Respite for caregivers
with children from birth-to-21 years living in Chester County who
receive MH services.Info: [email protected], or
610-696-8090, ext. 239.
RESPITE. PARENT’S NIGHT OUT. Opportunities for worryfree nights out.YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, Coatesville. Info:
[email protected], or 484-237-5354. Calendar of events: www.
autismallianceofchestercounty.org.
RESPITE. WCUPA AUTISM RESPITE CARE. West Chester
University student volunteers trained in ASD and behavior
principles provide free in-home respite care to families of
children on the spectrum. Weekday evenings. To receive respite
services, contact Dr. Corinne Murphy, WCU assistant professor,
at [email protected].
RIDING. QUEST THERAPEUTIC SERVICES, INC., Cann
Road, West Chester, provides a full range of therapy services,
including hippotherapy, with flexible scheduling with OT/PT and
therapeutic horseback riding for children with special needs.
Indoor arena heated for year-round use. Some types of
insurance reimbursable. Info: 610-692-6362, or Sandra
[email protected].
SCOUTING. GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN
PENNSYLVANIA. Girl Scout troop for disabled girls and nondisabled girls who would like to join as buddies. Ages 6-to-13
years. Meets in an accessible home on the Honey
Brook/Coatesville border with three cats and one dog as
honorary members of the troop. Info: Meira at 610-273-7858, or
[email protected].
SCOUTING. BOY SCOUT TROOP 599, Hawk Mountain
Council. For boys and young men with special needs 11 years
old and up. St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Old Swede Road, Amity
Township. Cost: $40/year. Info: Chris or Kim Murray at
[email protected], 610-404-1206, 484-638-4906 or 484-6382002.
SCOUTING. CUB SCOUT PACK 599, Hawk Mountain
Council. For boys 7-to-11 years with special needs. St. Paul’s
Lutheran Church, Old Swede Road, Amity Township. Cost:
$40/year. Info Chris or Kim Murray at [email protected],
610-404-1206, 484-638-4906 or 484-638-2002.
SCOUTING. CUB SCOUT PACK 64, Chester County. For
boys on the autism spectrum. SS. Philip and James Church,
Exton. Web site: www.cubscoutpack64.com.
SELF-ADVOCACY. PENNSYLVANIA YOUTH
LEADERSHIP SELF-ADVOCACY. Monthly conference calls to
explore topics of interest to young self-advocates. First Sunday
each month from 7-8 p.m. Info: 1-309-946-5255 (access code
376191#). Visit the PYLN web site at www.pyln.pbwiki.com for
additional information.
SENSORY. SNACK and PLAY: A PLAYGROUP for
CHILDREN 3-to-5 YEARS who ARE “FUSSY EATERS.” One
group of five children will meet three times per week for four
weeks, led by an instructor and an OT. Info: Karen Schillinger of
Easter Seals at 610-873-3990.
SIBLING GROUPS ONGOING. Second Saturday each
month. Wayne. 8:45-10 a.m. for 4-to-6-year-olds and 10-noon for
7-to-11-year-olds. Uses play, arts and crafts, snack, talking and
stories. Facilitators: Dale Fisher, LCSW; and Deirdre Miller, MA.
Cost $35. Info: 610-668-8890. E-mail: [email protected].
SIBSHOPS for 8-to-13-year-old brothers and sisters of
children with special needs. Mixture of new games, discussion
and guest speakers. Brandywine YMCA, Coatesville. Session
info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. E-mail: rkbrenneman@childand
familyfocus.org.
SIBSHOPS. Second Saturday each month (September
through May). Creative Health Services, Pottstown. Info: 610326-2767. E-mail: [email protected].
SIBSHOPS for TEENS. Info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. E-
SPECIAL NEEDS
SUPPORT/ADVOCACY GROUPS
mail: [email protected].
SOCIAL SKILLS/GROUPS. Theraplay, Inc., 638 Brandywine
Parkway, West Chester. Info: 610-436-3604, ext. 12, or
[email protected]. Web site: www.theraplay inc.com.
SOCIAL SKILLS/GROUPS. Little Wonders Child Growth
and Development Center, Inc., Germantown Pike and Swede
Road, East Norriton. Led by licensed speech pathologist and
physical therapist. Dynamic, interactive and fun sessions. Info:
610-275-KIDS.
SOCIAL SKILLS. PROMPT and PLAY CENTER. For 3-to18-year-olds in need of social skills, life skills and counseling.
Web site: www.promptandplay.com.
SOCIAL SKILLS. YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL CLUB/TEEN
CLUB of CHESTER COUNTY, sponsored by Easter Seals of
Southeastern Pennsylvania for teens/young adults with
disabilities. Meets twice a month, usually the first and third
Fridays each month. Have lots of fun exploring community,
karaoke, dance, cook and socializing. Info: Kim at 610-565-2353.
SOCIAL SKILLS. YOUNG CHILDREN GROUP (4-to-6-yearolds). Wayne. Second Saturday each month. 8:45-10 a.m. Info:
Dale Fisher at 610-668-8890. E-mail: [email protected].
SPORTS. COATESVILLE MIDGET FOOTBALL. Little
League football, cheerleading program and flag football for ages
four-to-14 years. Info: Patty 610-384-2404.
THE RIGHT-to-EDUCATION TASK FORCE-CHESTER
COUNTY usually meets the second Thursday each month.
Chester County Intermediate Unit, 455 Boot Rd.,
Downingtown.10-12:30 p.m. Get involved and improve your skills
as an advocate. Meets September through June. Info/activity
schedule/resource manual: www.righttoed .org or contact Lauren
LaFountain at [email protected], or 484-237-5057; voice mail
610-696-8090, ext. 348. Task force monitors and advises local
special education services, provides training and network
opportunities for parents and informs public about state/national
special education issues. Time set aside at every meeting to
address individual concerns.
RIGHT-to-EDUCATION TASK FORCE, DELAWARE
COUNTY. Delaware County Intermediate Unit, Room 171, 200
Yale Ave., Morton. 6-8 p.m. Training opportunities. Info: 610-9389000, ext. 4037.
RIGHT-to-EDUCATION STATE TASK FORCE via
videoconference. PaTTAN, King of Prussia. 10-noon. Info: King
of Prussia office at 1-800-441-3215. Get involved.
• other parents of children/teens with AD/HD. Facilitated by parents, this is an
• opportunity to discuss issues and share strengths with others who are coping with the
• challenges that AD/HD adds to family life.
• Jan. 18 — Ask the Parent Panel
• Our CHADD parent board members are experts by way of experience and they will
• share their favorite strategies and pitfalls in dealing with children with AD/HD.
• Strategies for finding best resources, how to deal with the school system, neighbors,
• medical access cards, etc. This topic is a favorite; bring your questions.
TEEN AD/HD SUPPORT GROUP
All meetings at 7:30 p.m. at
Exton Baptist Church, 141 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton
Jesse Matthews, M.A. — teen group faciiitator
• Dec. 16 and Jan. 20
• Teens with AD/HD (also known as ADD)
• face challenges that others might not •
• under understand. This discussion group
• provides an opportunity to meet teens
• with AD/HD and to learn from their •
• experiences. Parents must stay on the
• premises during the group. A CHADD
• board member is present to answer
• questions and facilitate networking
• and resource sharing.
Brought to you by Chester County/MainLine CHADD
For more information, visit www.CHADD.org
WORSHIP. REJOICING SPIRITS WORSHIP SERVICE.
Second Sunday each month. 4 p.m. Innovative inclusive ministry
at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Lionville/Exton. Lots of music,
refreshments and fellowship follow the service. Info: 610-3636264, [email protected], or www.rejoicingspirits.org. All
faiths welcome.
YOUTH OUTREACH UNION. Peer-driven support and
advocacy network of young adults for young adults. Web site:
www.youthoutreachunion.com.
ASCEND-DELAWARE COUNTY CHAPTER meets the
second Tuesday every other month. Grace Chapel, Darby and
Eagle roads, Havertown. 7:30 p.m. Info: Deirdre at 610-4496776. E-mail: dcwright@ascend group.org. Web site: www.
ascendgroup.org.
ATTACHMENT DISORDER NETWORK ONLINE SUPPORT.
E-mail: [email protected] or [email protected].
AUTISM ALLIANCE MEETING. Chester County
Intermediate Unit, Boot Road, Downingtown. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Info:
Brenda, autism network coordinator, at [email protected], or
484-237-5354. Ask about “Parents' Night Out” events.
• Dec. 21 — Parent Support Group
• This monthly meeting offers support, validation, solution-sharing and networking with
VOCATIONAL/TRANSITIONAL-EARN CENTER. Job
readiness, occupational training, employment activities and
retention for ages 18-to-24 years. Info: Lila at 610-384-6900 or
[email protected].
ASCEND (Asperger’s and autism support). Info: Deirdre at
610-449-6776, [email protected], or www.ascendgroup
.org.
ADOPTION. SHARING OUR ADOPTION RESOURCES
(SOAR). Parent support group discussing joys and challenges
of raising post-institutionalized, school-age children adopted
internationally. E-mail: [email protected].
All events 7 p.m. at Kesher Israel Congregation
1000 Pottstown Pike, West Chester
Contact: 610-429-4060
VOCATIONAL/GED-CAREER LINK. Adult, GED
preparation, vocational training, resume writing, computer
workshops and Job Corp for ages 16-to-adult. Info: 610-3849393.
APRAXIA SUPPORT GROUP. Info/dates/times: Wendy at
[email protected] or Lia at [email protected].
AUTISM ASA PHILADELPHIA LIST-SERVE for families of
adults with ASD and related disorders. Restricted to family
members in Pennsylvania. Join at health.groups.yahoo.com/
group/FamiliesOfAdultsAutism-ASAphilly/.
PARENT, CAREGIVER, TEEN TOPICS and MEETINGS
THEATER. CHILDREN’S THEATER. Children’s theater
program for ages 11-to-14 years. Info: Rev. Sherry at 610-3844771.
VOCATIONAL/GED-CHESTER COUNTY OPPORTUNITIES
INDUSTRIALIZATION CENTER. GED, computer, employment
and certified nursing training for ages 16-to-24 years. Info: 610692-2344, Joyce Chester at [email protected] or Gina Venuti
at [email protected].
parents of adopted children. Meets second Tuesday each month.
Room 339, Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd,
West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Info: Dianne at [email protected]; 610280-9555, ext. 3; Nancy at 610-255-3664, or nancyjhg
@comcast.net. Web site: www.attachment disorderhelp
.homestead.com, and www.attachment disorder.net.
ADDICTION. DRUG AND ALCOHOL SUPPORT LINE for
FAMILY MEMBERS OF ADDICTS. 215-736-1643.
CHALLENGES with AD/HD?
MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
SAVE THE DATE
Feb.12, 2011
AD/HD conference at
West Chester Univ.
featuring national expert
Dr. Patricia Quinn
DECEMBER 2010
ADULTS with PHYSICAL DISABILITIES SUPPORT
GROUP. For young/older adults to share information support,
socialization, resources. Info: 610-524-5850. E-mail: LindaR
@ccdisability.org.
The ARC’s “AGENCY with CHOICE” PROGRAM for MR
WAIVER SERVICES. Would you like to have more control over
the services a person with MR receives via his/her ISP, and/or be
able to select your own provider of MR services. Contact AWC
program director Kari Burdeau at 610-696-8090, ext. 241, or
[email protected].
ARCONNECTIONS empowers parents of special needs
students through training in the special education process,
sharing of resources/ knowledge, and the offering of emotional
support from other parents who are also working to get
appropriate educational supports for their children. Info: Connie
or Barbara at 610-696-8090, ext. 220. Web site: www.arcof
chestercounty.org.
ADOLESCENT SUPPORT GROUP. E-mail: Lvandivner@
aol.com. CHILDREN'S SUPPORT PROGRAM. E-mail: pkfunk
@verizon.net.
ADOPTION: Orientation/information nights will be held for
those interested in low-cost adoptions. Friends Association, 206
N. Church St., West Chester. Call Melrena Flowers at 610-4313598, ext. 209, to attend or if you have questions.
ADOPTION: FOLLOWING ADOPTION PARENT SUPPORT
GROUP. Focusing on attachment disorder/other issues for
AUTISM — DELCO FAMILY “PASS” (PDD/Autism
Spectrum Support). Monthly support meetings, newsletter,
scholarships and parents-only listserv. Info: 610-626-9511,
www.delcofamily pass.com or barbzimmerman@delcofamilypass
.com.
AUTISM GROUP for FAMILIES and CAREGIVERS of
ADULTS on the SPECTRUM. Coordinated by the Adult Services
Committee of the ASA of Greater Philadelphia Chapter for those
with loved ones on the autism spectrum 17 years old and above.
Support and learn from each other. Web site: groups.yahoo
.com/group/FamiliesOfAdultsAutism-ASAphilly.
AUTISM — SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center). Non-profit clinic, In partnership with West Chester
University, serves children, adolescents and young adults with
ASD. Includes: diagnostic services, behavioral therapeutic
services, feeding evaluations and treatment, home programs,
academic tutoring, social skills, consultative services,
daycare/school/service providers, consulting services,
babysitting/respite care. Located on the WCU campus. Info:
[email protected], or 610-430-5678.
AUTISM – TACA (“Talk about Curing Autism”). National nonprofit now holds monthly meetings in Pennsylvania on the first
Friday each month. 16 Campus Blvd., Suite 200, Newtown
Square. Info: Honey at 610-405-5388, or honey.rinicella@
tacanow.org. Web site: www.tacanow.org.
BRAIN INJURY. ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY NETWORK
SUPPORT EVENTS and NEWSLETTER. Web site: www.abinpa.org. Mailing list: 215-699-3391, or [email protected].
CARING COMMUNITIES COALITION MEETING. COAD,
Exton. Info/date and time: Kathleen at [email protected].
CELIAC - MALVERN R.O.C.K. (Raising our Celiac Kids) A
free support group for parents, families and friends of kids on the
gluten-free diet because of celiac disease, gluten intolerance,
autism, ADD/ADHD, allergies, or personal preference.
Info/registration: www.malvernrock.org or e-mail Jen Manzi at
[email protected].
CHADD – CHESTER COUNTY CHILDREN and ADULTS
with ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER –. PARENT/TEACHER
MEETINGS. Support/education meetings at Kesher Israel
Congregation, West Chester. CHADD Message Line 610-4294060. Web site: www.chestercountychadd.org; for specific dates
and topics visit www.CHADD.net/222.
CHESTER COUNTY HEALTH and HUMAN SERVICES.
Web search for services provided in Chester County by category,
key word, or agency/program name. Web site:
www.referweb.net/chesco/.
CHESTER COUNTY COLLABORATIVE BOARD. Service
providers, community, parents addressing issues involving
children/ families. Info: Kathy Brauner at 610-344-5262.
CHESTER COUNTY FAMILY and COMMUNITY
PARTNERSHIP. Families, funders, providers, community
organizations working together to build awareness, share
information, improve efforts on behalf of children and families in
Chester County. Info: 610-783-1788, ext. 223. E-mail:
[email protected].
COMMUNICATE PA. COMMUNITY. 0n-line community for
individuals with complex communication needs and their families,
advocates, service providers, policy makers and other
stakeholders. Web site: http:// communicatepa.wikispaces.com/.
To join the listserv: http://communicatepa.wikispaces.com
/ListServ. Info: Jennifer M. Seale, M.S. CCC-SLP, at seale@
temple.edu, or voice mail at 215-204-3032.
COMMUNITIES THAT CARE GROUPS. School districtbased groups promote healthy youth development and prevent
and reduce negative youth health and behavioral issues
including substance abuse, delinquency, teen pregnancy, school
drop-out, and violence.
• West Chester CTC meets the second Wednesday each
month at various locations. Info Christina at 610-696-8262.
• Downingtown CTC meets the third Tuesday at Lionville
Community YMCA. Info: Elena Seeman at 610458-9090, ext.
2827, or [email protected].
• Great Valley CTC-Great Valley Partnership for Healthy
Youth meets the third Wednesday each month at school district
administrative office, 46 Church Rd., Malvern. Info: Shanna
Cornuet at 484-886-8437.
COMMUNITY CARE FAMILY ADVISORY COMMITTEE.
Community Care manages mental health and substance abuse
treatment services for individuals with MA under Health Choices
program. The Advisory committee meetings are held quarterly.
Info: 1-866-771-1259.
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CONCERNED PARENTS of PHOENIXVILLE AREA
SCHOOL DISTRICT. Info: CPPASD, Box 633, Phoenixville,
Pa.,19460, or [email protected].
DEPRESSION/BI-POLAR SUPPORT GROUP for MH
consumers. Thursdays. Community Crossroads Peer Support
Center, 825 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info John
at 610-429-1702. E-mail: [email protected].
DIFFICULT/CHALLENGING TEEN-PARENT SUPPORT
GROUP meets at Willowdale Chapel, Rt. 82, Unionville. Info:
610-274-2248.
“DOUBLE TROUBLE.” Consumer support group for those
recovering from addiction and mental health problems. Tuesdays
and Thursdays. Community Crossroads Peer Support Center,
825 Paoli Pike, West Chester. 3:30-5 p.m. Call John at 610-4291702. E-mail: [email protected].
DOWN SYNDROME INTEREST GROUP of CHESTER
COUNTY meets the first Thursday each month.The ARC in West
Chester. 7:30 p.m. RSVP to Hotline: 610-889-0291. Web site:
www.ccdsig.org. Note: Newsletter is going to e-mail format only;
send in your e-mail address to DSIG.
DOWNINGTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT SUPPORT
for PARENTS of STUDENTS with SPECIAL NEEDS meets the
fourth Tuesday each month. Lionville Middle School. 7 p.m. Info:
[email protected] or 610-518-2343.
EARLY INTERVENTION — CHESTER COUNTY LICC.
Room 300, Chester County Intermediate Unit, Downingtown.
9:30-11:30 a.m. Meetings for professionals and parents with
children with special needs in the early intervention years.
Mission: support families and enhance the quality of services.
Info/newsletter/event listing: Co-chair Patty at 610-436-3600,
[email protected], co-chair Lynne at 610-344-5946 or
[email protected].
EDUCATION for ALL COALITION of PENNSYLVANIA
works together to promote education that includes all children.
Online community, Parent Consultant Network, training/technical
assistance. Info: Diane Perry at 610-522-0698. E-mail:
[email protected]. Web site: www.paedforall.org.
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SPECIAL NEEDS
SPECIAL NEEDS and THE GIFTED. Support group,
presentations and parent information center. Meets at the district
office, Malvern. Visit information center at the Great Valley
Middle School. Info: Sandra at 610-640-0507. E-mail:
SADDSMom @aol.com.
HARD of HEARING CHILDREN meets the fourth Tuesday
each month. CHADD, 139 W. Market St., West Chester. Contact
Janine Ruch if you are interested in joining. Info: ruchjm@
comcast.net, or 610-918-6250.
HOPEWELL SPECIAL PARENT SUPPORT GROUP meets
the first Wednesday each month September through April.
Hopewell United Methodist Church, 852 Hopewell Rd.,
Downingtown. All welcome to join for a relaxed and informal time
of devotions and prayer. Contact: Rose at [email protected]
or Vicki at [email protected].
H.O.P.E. (Helping by Offering Prayer and
Encouragement). Christian support for parents of special needs
children. Downingtown. Info: Karyn at 610-873-4698; or Debbie
at 484-888-5443. E-mail: [email protected].
INCLUSION SUPPORT. KIDS TOGETHER, INC. Volunteer,
non-profit provides information on inclusive communities and
education. Advocates, listing service. E-mail: staff@kidstogether
.org. Web site: www. kidstogether.org.
MENDING HEARTS, a support group for those dealing with
prodigal kids (or grandchildren) or adults whose life choices are
causing disruption and chaos in the family. Meets the second
and fourth Tuesday each month at 7 p.m., September through
June, at the Calvary Fellowship Church, Downingtown, Room
103. Info/registration: wanamaker1@ comcast.net.
MH. BRIGHT FUTURES. Helping those in recovery access
their educational and employment goals. Open to any Chester
County resident who is in mental health recovery. No cost for
classes or materials. Funded by the Chester County Department
of MH/MR. Classes two days a week for nine weeks from 9noon. Info: Carelink at 610-429-1702 or Chester County MH/MR
at 610-344-6265.
MH. CONSUMER WARM LINE — 877-846-2722.
NAMI-FAMILY-to-FAMILY. Family member education/coping
course (free). 7-9 p.m. weekly for 12 weeks. Regard to persons
18 years-plus with severe mental illness. Instructors are trained
NAMI family members. Must call ahead: 484-947-5673.
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets the second
Thursday each month. Phoenixville. MH facilitator attends. Call
ahead. Info: 610-430-0177 or e-mail gmurphy4@verizon .net.
NAMI GRIEF and LOSS FAMILY and FRIENDS SUPPORT
GROUP meets the second Thursday each month. Held at
private home. 7-9 p.m. MH facilitator attends. For MH family
members, who have experienced death of a loved one or loss of
hope and dreams of a loved one who develops mental illness.
Info/RSVP: 610-269-3476.
NAMI MH FAMILY MEMBERS SUPPORT GROUP for
eastern Chester County meets the fourth Wednesday each
month. Daylesford Abbey, Paoli. 7 p.m. MH facilitator. Info: 610296-8036.
NAMI PEER-to-PEER. MH education course taught by
trained MH consumers to MH consumers. Contact Marian
Stevenson Jr. at 610-384-6058 or 484-947-5643 to register.
NAMI PAOLI REGION FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets
the fourth Wednesday from 7-9 p.m. Call ahead: 610-296-8036.
NAMI SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY family support
group meets the first Thursday each month. Friends Meeting
House, Rt. 82, Kennett Square. 7:30-9 p.m. Info: 610-444-5993.
NAMI SUPPORT GROUP for FAMILIES AFFECTED by
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY\DISORDER. Info: 610-6470177.
OWEN J. ROBERTS Parents of Special Needs Students
meets the third Wednesday each month. Large Group Room,
OJR High School, Bucktown. 7:30-9 p.m. Speakers, open forum
and support. E-mail: [email protected].
PARENT NETWORK. Workshops held the second Tuesday
each month. East Brandywine Township Building, 1214
Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown. 8 p.m. Info: Martie Muzzy at 610696-8211, or [email protected].
MH. VALLEY CREEK CRISIS CENTER — 877-918-2100.
ESPECIALLY FOR PARENTS. On-line support group for
parents of children with special health care needs. Visit
www.pamedicalhome.org and click on the “Parents” button.
EXCEPTIONAL CHILD SUPPORT GROUP for parents with
children with all types of exceptionalities. Discuss educational
ideas to help all children experience success and shine, and
currently sponsor a special child in the community. Info:
[email protected], or 610-345-1156.
FEELING BLUE SUICIDE PREVENTION COUNCIL. Nonprofit community service organization in St. David’s serving the
tri-state area. Now offering trainings. Info: 1-800-273-TALK. Web
site: www.feelingblue.org.
FOSTER CARE. Orientation and information for those
interested in becoming foster parents. Friends Association, West
Chester. Info/registration: Melrena Flowers at 610-431-3598, ext.
209.
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS/ADVOCACY COMMITTEE of
THE ARC OF CHESTER COUNTY. The ARC of Chester
County, West Chester. Info: 610-696-8090, ext. 220.
GRANDFAMILY SUPPORT GROUP. GrandFamilies are
households that are headed by grandparents or other relatives
sharing their home with nieces, nephews, grandchildren or other
related children (Also called Kinship Families). Government
Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd., West Chester. 7-8:30 p.m.
Teen and children’s activities provided. Info: Kathy Boyd at 610344-5890.
GREAT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENTS of
MH. FAMILY MEMBERS SUPPORT GROUP, eastern
Chester County, meets the fourth Wednesday each month.
Daylesford Abbey, Paoli. 7 p.m. Info: 610-296-8036.
MH. RE-INTEGRATION. Local site: Stepping Stones
Clubhouse. Info: [email protected].
MOTHERS of CHILDREN with DISABILITIES SUPPORT
GROUP. Mondays. The ARC of Chester County, West Chester.
9:30-10:30 a.m. Coordinated/facilitated by The ARC of Chester
County and The YWCA Mother's Center. Purpose: to meet,
share experiences, learn from one another. You are not alone.
Registration: 610-692-3737.
NAMI (NATIONAL ALLIANCE on MENTAL ILLNESS). Vast
information and resources: www.nami.org. Children and
adolescent issues: www.nami.org/caac. Medications, stigma,
faith net, family to family, peer-to-peer, veterans, resources,
networking, membership, persons missing, etc.
NAMI CAN. Support group for families of a child or
adolescent up to age 22 with severe emotional disturbances
meets the second Monday each month. Central Presbyterian
Church, Downingtown. 7-9 p.m. Call ahead: 610-935-0739 or
610-296-0377.
NAMI CHESTER COUNTY. General meetings the third
Thursday each month. Christ Memorial Lutheran Church, Paoli
Pike and Line Road, Malvern. 7-9 p.m. Guest presenters. Info:
484-947-5643. Web site: chester.nami.org. NAMI Chester County
Hotline: 610-430-0177.
PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION for ALL COALITION, INC.
Chapter meetings, on-line, parent consultant network. Info:
Diane Perry at 215-204-3031.
PENNSYLVANIA FAMILIES INC. Statewide family network.
Info: 1-800-947-4941. E-mail: pafamilies@comcast .net.
PENNSYLVANIA FAMILY SUPPORT ALLIANCE. Support
and education group meets at CYWA in Coatesville. Info: 610384-9591.
PHYSICAL DISABILITIES-SUPPORT GROUP for
PARENTS of CHILDREN with CP and OTHER PHYSICAL
DISABILITIES. Exton. Share information, knowledge, resources
and support. Info: Jen at 610-524-5850. E-mail:
[email protected].
REACTIVE ATTACHMENT DISORDER /DIFFICULTIES
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP. Lincoln University area. Info:
Nancy at 610-255-3664.
RECOVERY, INTERNATIONAL. Support group for adults
seeking self-help addressing nervous symptoms and fears.
Wednesdays. Phoenixville area. 7-9 p.m. Info: 610-415-0920.
“RECOVERY WORKS” CONSUMER SUPPORT GROUP
(formerly Schizophrenia Support Group). Tuesdays. Community
Crossroads Peer Support Center, 825 Paoli Pike, West Chester.
6:30-7:30 p.m. Info: John at 610-429-1702. E-mail:
[email protected].
SELF-DETERMINATION ACTION TEAM meets the first
Wednesday each month. Government Services Center, 601
Westtown Rd., West Chester. Call for time. Help implement
changes to the MR system through education, and identification
of needs, by challenging barriers that limit funding and
community resources. Info: Sue at 610-344-6265. E-mail:
[email protected].
SEVERE and PROFOUND SUPPORT meets the second
Tuesday each month. Exton Speciality Care Center, Children’s
Hospital of Philadelphia. 7:30-9:30 p.m. For parents of children
with severe/profound disabilities including genetic disorders,
neurological impairments, seizures, MR and physical limitations.
Info: Barbara Beck, RN, CPNP CHOP, Neurology Department, at
215-590-4583.
STARFISH ADVOCACY ASSOCIATION. Online community
for families of children with neurological disorders (ADHD, ASD,
Bipolar, PDD, SID LD, OCD, Tourette's, etc). Info: 216-283-2377.
Web site: starfishadvocacy.org. E-mail:
[email protected].
SUICIDE. CHESTER COUNTY YOUTH SUICIDE
PREVENTION TASK FORCE. COAD, Exton. Info/date and
time: 610-594-9740.
SURVIVORS of SUICIDE SUPPORT meets the second
Wednesday each month. Paoli Memorial Hospital (Potter
Room). 7:30 p.m. Info: 215-545-2242.
SYSTEM of CARE ADVISORY TEAM. Government
Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd., West Chester. Info:
[email protected].
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN SCHOOL DISTRICT B.U.I.L.D.
(Better Understanding of Individuals with Learning Disabilities).
Call for date and time. Education Services Center, 738 First
Ave., Berwyn. Info: 610-202-4371. Web site: tesd.k12.pa.us.
WEST CHESTER AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
PARENT/CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP meets the first
Wednesday each month. Spellman Administration Building, 829
Paoli Pike, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Group provides a resource of
information, a place to share knowledge as well as periodic
meetings and presentations for parents of children with learning
differences. Meets September through May. Info/support: Peggy
at 484-571-6725, or mccaughern@yahoo .com.
(Compiled by Connie Mohn of The ARC of Chester County,
West Chester.)
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La Leche League
La Leche League meetings in Chester
County: Helping mothers to breastfeed through
mother-to-mother support, encouragement,
information and education. Info: beanmom.
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Downingtown La Leche League meets
Tuesday, Dec. 14. Messiah Lutheran Church, 46
W. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 7:30 p.m.
topic: “Nutrition and Weaning.” Fathers,
mothers-to-be and nursing mothers, and their
babies, welcome. Info: 610-585-5541.
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Exton-Lionville La Leche League meets
Thursday, Dec. 16. Exton Community Baptist
Church, 114 E. Swedesford Rd., Exton. 7:30 p.m.
Topic: “The Art of Breastfeeding and Avoiding
Difficulties.” Expecting and nursing mothers, and
their babies, welcome. Info: 610-363-6206.
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Kimberton La Leche League meets Tuesday,
Dec. 7. Centennial Evangelical Lutheran Church,
1330 Hares Hill Rd., Kimberton. 9:30 a.m. Topic:
“Nutrition and Weaning.” Expecting and nursing
mothers, and their babies, welcome. Info: 610321-0319.
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La Leche League of Glenmoore-Elverson
meets Monday, Dec. 20. Forks of the Brandywine
Presbyterian Church, Rt. 322, Glenmoore. 10
a.m. Topic: “The Advantages of Breastfeeding.”
Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, welcome. Info: 610-321-0319.
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La Leche League of Southern Chester County
meets Wednesday, Dec. 15. Avondale
Presbyterian Church, 420 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Avondale. 9:45 a.m. Expecting and nursing
mothers, and their babies, welcome. Info: 610869-4845 or 610-925-3939.
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La Leche League of West Chester meets
Wednesday, Dec. 15. Room 240, West Chester
Borough Building, 401 E. Gay St., West Chester.
9:30 a.m. Topic: “The Family and the Breastfed
Baby.” Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, welcome. Info: 610-299-1038.
Info: 610-889-9911.
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MOMS Club of Honey Brook meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. Honey Brook
Presbyterian Church. 10:30-noon. Info: 610-3808917.
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MOMS Club of Jennersville meets on the
second Monday each month. 9:30 a.m. Open to
moms in London Grove, New London and Penn
townships and West Grove Borough. Info: moms.
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of Kennett Square meets on the
-second Thursday each month. 10 a.m. Children
welcome. Info: kennett [email protected].
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MOMS Club of Landenberg meets on the
second Tuesday each month. West Grove United
Methodist Church, 300 N. Guernsey Rd., West
Grove. 9:30 a.m. Moms and kids welcome. Info:
momscluboflandenberg. E-mail: moms.lberg
@gmail.com.
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MOMS Club of Lionville meets on the third
Monday each month. 10 a.m. All at-home moms
area) and Cochranville areas. Info: 610-9989890. E-mail: [email protected].
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MOMS Club of Phoenixville/East Pikeland
meets on the first Wednesday each month.
Support group serves stay-at-home mothers,
part-time working mothers and their children.
Info: 495-5380, or phoenixvilleMOMSclub
@yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of Pickering Valley meets on the
first Thursday each month. Henrietta Hankin
Library Community Room, 215 Windgate Drive,
Chester Springs. 9:45 a.m. All at-home mothers
in the Pickering Valley Elementary School area of
Downingtown Area School District welcome.
Info: 610-996-5886. Web site: geocities.com
/momsclubofpv.
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MOMS Club of Thornbury meets on the last
Tuesday each month. 9:45 a.m. All mothers and
children welcome. Babysitting available.
Info/location: 610-399-8194.
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MOMS Club of Twin Valley meets on the
fourth Monday each month. 10 a.m. Village
MOMS Club
MOMS Clubs of Chester County. Info on any
of the 18 chapters in the county: momsclub
@aol.com.
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MOMS Club of Chadds Ford meets on the
last Wednesday each month. Brandywine Baptist
Church, Baltimore Pike (Rt. 1), Chadds Ford. 9:30
a.m. All mothers and children living in UnionvilleChadds Ford School District welcome
(babysitting available). Info: Nicole@cfmomsclub
@hotmail.com.
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MOMS Club of Coatesville meets on the third
Thursday each month. Lutheran Church of the
Good Shepherd, 17th Avenue, Coatesville. 9:30
a.m. All at-home mothers and their children
welcome to attend two meetings for free before
deciding to join. Info: mcofcoatesville@yahoo
.com or momsclubofcoatesvillepa.com.
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MOMS Club of Downingtown East (East
Ward, Bradford Heights, West Bradford and
Beaver Creek elementary schools) meets on the
second Tuesday each month. 10 a.m. Moms and
children welcome. Meeting location info:
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of East BrandywineDowningtown meeting on the third Tuesday
each month. Wallace Township Building, 1250
Creek Rd., Glenmoore. 9:30-11 a.m. Support
group for stay-at-home moms and their children
in Brandywine-Wallace elementary school
attendance area in Downingtown. Info: 484228-8070. E-mail: eastbrandywinemomsclub@
yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of Exton East meets on the
fourth Wednesday each month. 10 a.m. Support
group for stay-at-home moms and their children.
Info: 610-350-8348. E-mail: momsclubextoneast
@yahoo.com.
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MOMS Club of Exton West. Support group
for stay-at-home moms and their children in
Mary C. Howse Elementary School attendance
area in West Chester. For meeting times and
more information, e-mail: extonwestmomsclub
@gmail .com.
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MOMS Club of Great Valley meets on the
third Thursday each month. Malvern United
Methodist Church, 16 Monument Ave. 10 a.m.
DECEMBER 2010
FOR MOMS
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‘Feed the Homeless’
What happens when you take an elementary school, combine it with donated
food items and add more than 30 parent volunteers? You create a recipe for
helping others in need. On Nov. 11, the East Goshen Elementary student body
worked together in the annual ‘Feed the Homeless’ event to make meals for
food charity organizations in West Chester and Philadelphia. Kindergartners,
first graders and second graders gathered donated juice boxes, raisins and
cereal bars and assembled them into student-decorated ‘breakfast bags.’ By
the end of the day, nearly 500 breakfast bags had been created. Meanwhile, in
the school’s cafeteria, children in grades three through five worked in teams
of five and mixed donated pre-cooked noodles, sauces, ricotta and mozzarella
cheeses to make 65 ziti casserole dinners. All of the breakfast bags and ziti
dinners were delivered to local organizations, including St. Agnes Day Room,
Safe Harbor, St. Patrick’s food services for the homeless in Philadelphia and
SS. Peter and Paul’s community service group. Above, Amanda Galajda’s
second grade class assembles breakfast bags.
and their children in the Lionville Elementary
School boundaries of Downingtown Area
School District are welcome. E-mail:
lionvillemomsclub@gmail .com
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MOMS Club of New London meets on the
second Tuesday each month. New London
Presbyterian Church, Rt. 896. 9:30-11:30 a.m.
For mothers in the Oxford, Nottingham and
Lincoln University areas. Info: 610-998-1296, or
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of Octorara Area meets on the
third Thursday each month. 9:30 a.m. Support
group for stay-at-home mothers in the Octorara
Area and Pequea Valley school districts. Meeting
location info: 484-712-5622, or momsclub
ofoctorara.club. officelive.com. E-mail: MCO
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of Oxford meets on the first
Friday each month. Church of the Nazarene,
Penn Avenue and Locust Street, Oxford. 10 a.m.
For mothers in the Oxford, Nottingham (Chester
County side), Lincoln University (Oxford school
Library, Morgantown. All at-home mothers in the
Morgantown and Honey Brook areas of Twin
Valley School District welcome. Info: 610-2731040.
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MOMS Club of Uwchlan Hills meets on the
first Monday each month. 10 a.m. St. Paul’s
United Church of Christ, 101 Worthington Rd.,
Exton. There is no general meeting in August. All
moms with children in Uwchlan Hills Elementary
School, Downingtown, welcome. Info: 610-5183397. Web site: www.momsclub.org.
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MOMS Club of Valley Forge-Phoenixville
East meets on the third Friday each month. First
Presbyterian Church, Main and Morgan streets,
Phoenixville. 9:30 a.m. All mothers and children
welcome. Info: 610-917-3973.
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MOMS Club of Vincent meets on the first
Friday morning each month in Spring City. Athome mothers and their children in the Vincent
Elementary School area of the Owen J. Roberts
School District welcome Park days, storytimes.
social events., etc., offered. Info: e-mail
[email protected]. Web site:
www.geocities.com/momsclubofvincent.
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MOMS Club of West Chester-East usually
meets on the third Thursday each month.
Meeting days and locations may change from
month to month. 9:30 a.m. All mothers and
children residing in the 19382 zip code area
welcome. Info: 610-696-2378 or momsclub
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of West Chester-West meets on
the third Wednesday of the month. Meeting
days and locations may change from month to
month. 10 a.m. All mothers and children residing
in 19380 zip code area welcome. Info: 610-4364899 or [email protected].
Others
Preemie Parent Support Group. A free
support group for parents of pre-term babies
currently in the NCIU or at home meets on
Thursday Dec. 16. 74 Pottstown Pike, Suite
1001, Chester Springs. 7-8:30 p.m. Register by
calling Melissa Anstine at 610-7150-5253, or email [email protected].
Mothers of Preschoolers in the
Downingtown area meets on the first and third
Wednesday of each month. 9:15-11:15 a.m.
Calvary Fellowship Church, 95 W. Devon Dr.,
Downingtown. All mothers of children newborn
to kindergarten age are welcome. Info: 610363-7171, or hdelgrande@calvary-fellowship
.org.
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Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) in southern
Chester County. Info: 610-345-0498. Web site:
cornerstonepca.com.
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Chester County/Main Line chapter of
Mothers & More meets at 7:30 p.m. on the first
Wednesday of each month. Upper Main Line
YMCA, 1416 Berwyn-Paoli Road, Berwyn. Info:
610-558-4452. E-mail: [email protected].
Web site: www.mainlinemothersandmore.com.
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PHACT (Parents Having Allergic Children
Team) provides support, information and
awareness for Chester County area families and
their children who have food allergies. New
members are welcome. For information visit our
web site at WorkNotes.com/PA/ChesterCo/PHACT
or e-mail ParentsHavingAllergicChildren@yahoo.
com.
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Nursing Mothers of Southern Chester
County meets on the third Tuesday each month.
West Grove Presbyterian Church, West Evergreen
Street. 7 p.m. Expecting and nursing mothers
and their babies welcome. Info: 610-255-5223.
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West Chester Nursing Mothers, a
breastfeeding support group, meets on the first
Thursday each month. United Church of Christ,
Rt. 352 and Greenhill Road, East Goshen. 10
a.m. Parents, babies and children welcome. Info:
610-429-0640.
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Nursing Mothers of Wayne-Paoli-King of
Prussia and surrounding areas meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. St. Luke’s Lutheran
Church, Valley Forge and Conestoga roads,
Devon. Enjoy the company of other nursing and
pregnant moms. Info: 610-225-3734. Web site:
www.nursingmothersalliance.org.
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The Chester County Mothers of Multiples
Club meets on the third Thursday each month,
except in December and June. Downingtown
Area Senior Center, Ashbridge Commons, 983 E.
Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 7 p.m. All
mothers of multiples and those expecting
multiples welcome. Info: 610-942-3452. Web
site: www.ccmomc.org.
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Following Adoption: A Support Group for
Parents. Group meets each month in West
Chester to discuss issues concerning school,
discipline, behavior problems, and attachment.
Info: 610-255-3664. E-mail: info@following
adoption.com. Web site: www.following
adoption.com.
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Alcoholics Anonymous meets at 6:30 p.m.
every Thursday. Thorndale United Methodist
Church, 3503 Lincoln Highway, Thorndale. Help
for anyone looking to stop drinking. Recovery
program for alcoholism. Info: 610-384-2433.
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Food Allergy Support Group for UnionvilleChadds Ford area parent. Ask questions and
share ideas with others dealing with the
complexities of food allergies in their children.
Info: e-mail: Kelli at [email protected].
CALENDAR
DECEMBER 2010
DEC. 4
“Lil’ Kickers Open House” and
“Soccer with Santa.” United Sports,
1426 Marshallton-Thorndale Rd.,
Downingtown. 9-noon. Play soccer with
Santa and try some free trial classes,
including Lil’ Scientists, Kids in the
Kitchen, Pre-School Sports, Lil’ Kickers
Soccer and Mighty Rushers football.
Classes range in age from 18 months to
seven years. Free. Info: 610-466-7100.
Web site: www. unitedsports .net.
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“The 12 Days of Christmas,”
presented in conjunction with “An Old
Fashioned Christmas in West Chester.”
West Chester United Methodist Church,
129 S. High St. 1:30 and 4 p.m. West
Chester Dance Works, in residence at
the Diane Matthews School of Dance
Arts, presents a danced adaptation of
the classic Yuletide song. In continuing
its 25-year tradition of special
performances for the holidays, WCDW
dancers from ages 9-through-18 years
interpret the song through original
choreography. $7; $6/groups of 10 or
more and seniors. Info/tickets: 610-6923398. Web site: www.wcdw.org.
DEC. 4, 5
JAN. 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23
“Annual Model Railroad Open
House.” Schuylkill Valley Model Railroad
Club, 400 S. Main St., Phoenixville. 1-5
p.m. See freight and passenger car
trains rumble over 700 feet of track,
over high trestle bridges, through
towns, around mountains and through
tunnels along the right of way from
Reading to Philadelphia. Numerous
buttons allow visitors to bring scenes to
life. Free; donations accepted. Info:
[email protected]. Web
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site: www.svmrrc.com.
DEC. 6, 20
“Music and Movement Children’s
Program.” Atglen Public Library, 413
Valley Ave. 10:30 a.m. Come sing, dance
and laugh. Recommended for ages 2-to6 years. Info: 610-593-6848. Web site:
www.ccls.org (under “find a library,”
select Atglen.)
DEC. 11, 13, 19
Book signings. Downingtown
children’s author Ruth G. Zavitsanos will
be at Margo’s Ice Cream Shop, Wallace
Avenue, Downingtown on Dec. 11 from
1-3 p.m.; Panera Bread, Swedesford
Road, Exton, on Dec. 13 from 5-7 p.m.;
and at Borders, Exton Square mall on
Dec. 19 from 3-5 p.m. Zavitsanos is the
author of “The Villa Dog,” “Flight of Little
Dove” and “The Old Fortress Dog.”
ONGOING
“Story Time.” Atglen Public Library,
413 Valley Ave. Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.
Themed-story program includes songs,
stories and more. For ages two-to-six
years. Through Dec. 15. Info: 610-5936848. Web site: www.ccls.org (under
“find a library,” select Atglen.)
“Raise-A-Reader.” Atglen Public
Library, 413 Valley Ave. Thursdays 10:30
a.m. Activities include stories, wiggles
and jiggles. For ages birth to 24 months.
Through Dec. 28. Info: 610-593-6848.
Web site: www.ccls.org (under “find a
library,” select Atglen.)
(Calendar items should be e-mailed
to K I D S at [email protected]. The
deadline for January’s edition is
Wednesday, Dec. 15.)
‘Girls on the Run’
On Saturday, Dec. 11 at noon, the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley will host
its the ‘New Balance Girls on the Run 5K and STRIDE Challenge.’ The race
is open to the public and serves as the culmination to the ‘Girls on the Run
and STRIDE’ fall seasons. Beginning and ending at Downingtown West High
School, the race will take a flat course through Downingtown. The race
takes place in honor of Alice Gonaver, mother of long-time YMCA staff
member Jody Giardina. ‘Girls on the Run’ and ‘Girls on Track’’ use the
power of running to help prepare girls for a lifetime of self-respect and
healthy living. YMCA STRIDE is a fun fitness and running program for boys,
giving them an opportunity to share their thoughts and feelings while
helping them develop excellence in character. Registration is open to
families and individuals in the community who love to run and walk.
Interested participants can register online at www.ymcabwv.org or by
visiting any one of the YMCA of the Brandywine Valley branches —
Brandywine YMCA, Coatesville; Kennett Area YMCA, Kennett Square;
Octorara YMCA, Cochranville; Jennersville YMCA, West Grove; Twin Valley
YMCA, Elverson; West Chester Area YMCA in East Goshen; or the West
Chester Youth Program Center in West Chester. Race-day registration is
also available. For more race information, contact Heather Connolly at 610643-9622. For more information on ‘Girls on the Run’ and ‘Girls on Track.’
visit www.ymcabwv.org. Pictured above are race sponsors Dr. Karen Conlin
(seated, left with her daughter Maddie) and Wendy Jones (seated, right with
her daughter Avery) along with Heather Connolly, ‘Girls on the Run’ Council
Director and her daughter Emma.
Colonial Theatre offers holiday fare for the family
If you need some help getting into the
spirit, the Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St.,
Phoenixille, has a holiday menu of events
the whole family will enjoy.
• On Saturday, Dec. 11 at 2 p.m., the
cult-status “A Christmas Story” returns.
This 1983 film, directed by Bob Clark,
“grasps the full scope of childhood
injustice and obsession. Amid the
comically cranky Santa Clauses and treelighting mishaps, the movie’s key moment
is a Billingsley crying jag, prompted by a
fight with the neighborhood bully and the
fear that his dad will clobber him.
“The affection audiences feel for “A
Christmas Story” is related to the holiday
spirit, but specifically to Clark and writer
Jean Shepherd’s awareness of how the true
meaning of Christmas manifests in the real
world, where a warm meal on a cold, dark
day — and a surprising moment of
parental grace — can ease a troubled
mind.” (Noel Murray, The Onion A.V.
Club). For ages six years and older.
• On Sunday, Dec. 26 at 2 p.m., the
1954 holiday classic, “White Christmas,”
starring Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye,
will be on the theater screen. “This
holiday-themed musical is essentially a
buddy film ... well sort of. It’s certainly got
two buddies in it, but it’s also a love story,
a Christmas fable and a vehicle to hang
some exceptionally catchy hits on.
Bob Wallace (Crosby) and Phil Davis
(Kaye) meet during the World War II and
become friends. They team up to become
hot property as a song and dance duo
ripping up the nightspots with their own
brand of feel-good hits. After five years of
success, they need a holiday and cruise off
to a New England skiing resort in the
company of two sisters, Betty (Rosemary
Clooney) and Judy (Vera Ellen).
They arrive to find the place nearly
bankrupt, as there has been no snow for
more than a year. The local top man is
their old army boss Gen. Waverly (Dean
Jagger), and sure enough our two heroes
wade in to help their old comrade and
organize a benefit concert. But can they
save the resort? ...” (Matt Ford, BBC
Online).
• On Monday, Dec. 27 at 8 p.m.,
Wednesday, Dec. 29 at 4 p.m. and
Saturday, Jan. 1 at 2 p.m., the Japanese
film “Summer Wars” will be shown.
Kenji is a teen-age math prodigy
recruited by his secret crush Natsuki for
the ultimate summer job – passing himself
off as Natsuki’s boyfriend for four days
during her grandmother’s 90th birthday
celebration.
But when Kenji solves a 2,056-digit
math riddle sent to his cell phone, he
unwittingly breaches the security barricade
protecting Oz, a globe-spanning virtual
world where millions of people and
governments interact through their avatars,
handling everything from online shopping
and traffic control to national defense and
nuclear launch codes. This intelligent
cyberpunk/sci-fi story is a visual tour-deforce, with the amazing world of Oz as the
highlight. For ages 10 year and older.
•
Movie prices are $8/regular admission;
$6/seniors and students with ID; and
$5/ages under 13 years. For more
information, call 610-917-0223 (movie
line), 610-917-1228 or visit www.the
colonialtheatre.com.
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DISNEY ON ICE
DECEMBER 2010
DECEMBER 2010
TREDYFFRIN-EASTTOWN
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UNICEF fund-raiser
Making scarecrows
Second grade students and teachers at Hillside Elementary School, TredyffrinEasttown, along with parents, recently enjoyed a scarecrow-making activity. The
traditional activity incorporates scarecrow making with a variety of literature and
writing lessons in the classroom. Students built scarecrows from scratch by
following a sequence of steps and using straw, twine and clothing brought from
home. The scarecrows were sent home for students to use as home decorations
for the fall.
In October, fourth grade students in the classes of Matthew Smondrowski and
David Hyett at Devon Elementary School, Tredyffrin-Easttown, hosted a schoolwide effort to raise money for UNICEF. The fourth graders made and hung
posters throughout the school that promoted donations to UNICEF. They
assembled and distributed UNICEF boxes to each student in every classroom.
Guidance counselor Tami Noel encouraged the students to earn money to
donate by doing chores at home. Organizers also placed a jar of candy corn in
the school lobby where students, at 25 cents a try, could win a prize by
guessing the correct number of pieces. When the month was over, Devon
students had raised $3,611.87, a record for UNICEF collection at the school.
Above, students (from left) Mayaank Vadiamani, Julian Grove, PJ Hewitt, Will
Harvey, Caroline McAlaine and Sara Graser assemble UNICEF boxes for
distribution.
ALL-STAR BASEBALL
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DECEMBER 2010
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DOWNINGTOWN
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WINTER PROGRAMS
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YOUTH COLLEGE COACHES CAMPS
5-6 years: Sundays, Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jan. 2 from 1-2 p.m.
7-8 years: Saturdays, Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29,
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5 from 8-9 a.m.
7-8 years: Sundays (Group I), Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26,
Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27 from 10-11 a.m.
7-8 years: Sundays (Group II), Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26,
Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, Feb. 6, 13, 27 from noon-1 p.m.
9-10 years: Saturdays (Group I), Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29,
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5 from 9-10 a.m.
9-10 years: Saturdays (Group II), Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29,
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5 from 11-noon
9-10 years: Sundays, Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30,
Feb. 6, 13, 27 from 9-10 a.m.
11-12 years: Saturdays (Group I), Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29,
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5 from 10-11 a.m.
11-12 years: Saturdays (Group II), Dec. 4, 11, 18, Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29,
Feb. 5, 12, 19, 26, March 5 from noon-1 p.m.
11-12 years: Sundays, Dec. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jan. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30,
Feb. 6, 13, 27 from 11-noon
13-15 years: Fridays (Group I), Dec. 3, 10, 17, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 from 6:30-7:45 p.m.
13-15 years: Fridays (Group II), Dec. 3, 10, 17, Jan. 7, 14, 21, 28
Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25, March 4 from 7:45-9 p.m.
Ages 10-12
BIG LEAGUE EXPERIENCE
(for 15-to-18-year olds)
Hitting: Mondays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31,
Feb. 7, 14, 21 from 6-7 p.m.
Infield: Mondays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31,
Feb. 7, 14, 21 from 7-8 p.m.
Pitching: Mondays, Dec. 6, 13, 20, 27, Jan. 3, 10, 17, 24, 31,
Feb. 7, 14, 21 from 8-9 p.m.
Catching: Wednesdays, Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26, Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23
from 6:30-7:45 p.m.
6-Week Training Program
Featuring coaches from University of Virginia, Notre Dame,
Penn State, Delaware, West Chester University, Immaculata
Fridays, Dec. 3, 10, 17, Jan. 7, 14, 21 from 7-8:30 p.m.
Youth College Coaches Camp
Featuring coaches from Temple, St. Joe’s, Towson, Marist,
Millersville, West Chester University, Immaculata
Monday, Dec. 27 from 9-1 p.m.
Youth College Coaches Camp
Featuring coaches from Towson, Villanova, Delaware, Lafayette,
Marist, Franklin & Marshall
Saturday, Jan. 22 from 2-6 p.m.
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& TEAM TRAINING
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