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In honor of MLK, a day of service
Devon Elementary School students (front, from left) Sean Nissenbaum, Henry
Miller, Dawson Keyes, (back, from left) Mason Thorne and Boden Miller pose
with the ‘Breakfast Bags’ they helped to assemble. The project was part of a
community service project in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
A ‘great job’
at New Garden
Students at New Garden Elementary
School, Kennett, recently helped the
Martin Luther King, Jr. CommUNITY
Breakfast Committee collect donations
of non-perishable food items to benefit
The Kennett Food Cupboard.
Each morning before class, students
Mario Zavala and Erick Garcia
(pictured at right with volunteers from
the committee and the food cupboard
and the boxes of donations) organized
and boxed the donations.
“Great job, gentlemen,” one
volunteer told the boys, noting how
easy it was to retrieve the donations
because of the way they had packed the
boxes — not too heavy, clearly marked
and taped shut.
Hannah Thorne and Mason Thorne, students at Devon Elementary School,
Tredyffrin-Easttown, place some final items in one of the ‘Breakfast Bags’ to be
donated to The Jerusalem Community Food Pantry, Schwenksville.
• More on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service — Pages 18 & 26 •
Devon effort
benefits pantry
In December, students at Devon
Elementary School, TredyffrinEasttown, enjoyed their classroom
winter parties.
During these parties, students
collaborated and made beautiful fleece
blankets and greeting cards for needy
families serviced by The Jerusalem
Community Food Pantry,
Schwenksville.
In the beginning of January, a
breakfast food collection area was
established in the school’s main lobby.
Throughout the next two weeks, Devon
families donated various breakfast
items, including cereal, pancake mix,
juice boxes, coffee, baby formula and
more.
On Jan. 17, Devon students and
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KIDS 3
Senior musician performs at All-American Bowl
By LISA McVEY
Avon Grove High School senior color
guard member Sara Shores performed at
the U.S. Army All-American Bowl
recently as part of a select group of student
musicians and color guard members named
to the 2012 U.S. Army All-American
Marching Band and Color Guard.
Produced by All American Games, the
bowl featured the nation’s top high school
senior football players and marching
musicians. The band was made up of 125
elite high school musicians and color
guard members from across the country.
They performed during halftime of the Jan.
7 game where the West defeated the East
24-12 in front of 39,011 fans at the
Alamodome in San Antonio, Texas.
Shores, who has been a member of the
Avon Grove indoor color guard for three
years, was selected for the All-American
Marching Band following a comprehensive
application and video audition process.
Musicians are chosen by the U.S. Army
All-American Marching Band Selection
Committee, consisting of members of The
National Association for Music Education,
Drum Corps International and All
American Games. Final All-American
selection was made in July.
Shores’ selection was announced Dec. 9
during the U.S. Army’s selection tour. LTC
Don McDannald and SFC Joey Jimenez,
local representatives from the U.S. Army,
presented Shores with an All-American
cap and jacket during an assembly in the
Avon Grove High School auditorium.
Avon Grove High School senior Sara Shores is presented with a commemorative
U.S. Army All-American Marching Band cap and jacket by LTC Don McDannald
(left) and SFC Joey Jimenez during a December assembly at the school.
In attendance were representatives from
All American Games, Shores’ family,
friends, school administrators and fellow
members of the Avon Grove Red Devils
Marching Band, including director
Rebecca Staznik, who was also
recognized.
“We are so proud of Sara and all of her
accomplishments in the color guard at
Avon Grove High School,” said Staznik.
“She has been a true leader, and we are
pleased to have her represent the Avon
Grove High School band and color guard
in the U.S. Army All-American Marching
Band.”
Avon Grove High School Principal Tom
Alexander congratulated Shores on her
achievement and for being a positive role
model.
“Sara is well-deserving of this
recognition,” said Alexander. “It is an
honor to be selected to participate in this
prestigious event, and we are very proud
of Sara for this exciting accomplishment.”
This marked the fifth year that an AllAmerican Marching Band has been
selected to perform at the 12-year-old
game. Following their selection, the
members of the All-American band were
given music and the marching routine,
which they had to learn and practice on
their own.
Shores and her fellow All-Americans
participated in weeklong festivities prior to
the bowl, and rehearsed together for the
first time in the few days before the event.
During rehearsals, the band and color
guard members worked with an all-star
music staff to prepare for the performance,
which was Webcast live by
allamericangames.tv. The instructional
staff hailed from around the country and
represented the best marching music
programs and drum corps in the nation.
Lead director was T. André Feagin of the
University of Texas at El Paso.
The 2012 program, titled “Rhapsody in
Red, White and Blue!” featured an up
tempo collage of popular American music,
including “Rhapsody in Blue” by George
Gershwin and “Boogie Woogie Bugle
Boy” by Hughie Prince and made famous
by The Andrews Sisters.
(Lisa McVey is the communications
specialist and community relations liaison
for the Avon Grove School District.)
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KIDS 4
Using our words to lift
up rather than tear down
By LISA MARIE CRANE
One day when I was in eighth grade, my
teacher was putting up a bulletin board. A
group of girls from the “in” crowd were
helping her and I was standing by the wall
watching them.
The girls chatted with her, pointedly
leaving me out of the conversation, when
the teacher put down her stapler and said,
“Lisa, you have an artistic eye. What do
you think?”
Now, I had never excelled in art and my
art appreciation ran along the lines of “I
know what I like,” but when she asked, I
suddenly felt able to critique the grand
masters. I gave the bulletin board my
approval and have never forgotten her
remark.
Isn’t it amazing how we remember
remarks from long ago? The cruel ones
haunt us. Who could forget the middle
school fashion divas appraisal of our
favorite outfit? Or how we never wore it
again? Remember that teacher who tore
apart the essay that you had poured your
heart into? Remember the harsh remarks
that cut our confidence to the quick or the
snide comments that made us want to sink
into the floor; we agonize over them still.
It’s better to focus on the kind words of
that teacher who believed in you. How she
circled the one perfect letter your cramped
hand had painstakingly copied in that very
difficult first lesson in cursive writing and
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jo
drew a little happy face next to it. Or how
about that friend who loved the outfit you
had put together for the big dance and
stuck by you when the popular girls
smirked.
She asked you to help her pick out an
outfit for homecoming. Or that coach who
called out, “We got a hitter!” every time
you stepped up to the plate? It didn’t
matter that your record was 10 at bats and
zero hits. These kind words still buoy us
up.
Words, kind or cruel, stay with us. The
speakers probably had no long-term plan
for helping or hurting you. They didn’t
know how their words, or acts, would
affect you. My teacher probably just
thought I felt left out, so she found a way
to include me. Her comment gave me the
confidence to offer an opinion and to trust
my instincts when making choices.
Recently a teacher friend ran into one of
Lisa Marie
Crane is a
mother, a
grandmother
and a retired
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.
our former students. She asked her what
she was up to nowadays.
“I am going to college to be an
elementary teacher.”
My friend congratulated her and asked
her why she had decided to teach. She
answered, “Well, when I was in second
grade, Mrs. Crane gave me a marshmallow
when I gave an answer in math. I didn’t
think I was good in math, but when she
said ‘Good job!’ and gave me a
marshmallow, I felt great. I want to make
other children feel that way too.”
Hearing this story, I chuckled. Who
would have thought that a marshmallow
would lead someone to a life’s choice? We
never know what affect our words or
actions will have. We can’t predict the
future. But, perhaps, we can give it a little
boost by using our words to lift up rather
than tear down.
A small compliment about an artistic
eye led to a marshmallow, and somewhere
soon, some lucky child will hear a kind
word from his new teacher that may
change his life.
KIDS
FEBRUARY 2012
VOLUME 20 • NUMBER 11
FEBRUARY 2012
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FEBRUARY 2012
On Valentine’s, black
history, first president
By JOANNE R. FRITZ
Celebrate Valentine’s Day, Black
History Month and Presidents’ Day this
February with these great reads.
Picture books, ages 4-to-8 years
“George Washington’s Birthday: a
Mostly True Tale,” written by Margaret
McNamara and illustrated by Barry Blitt
(Schwartz & Wade, $17.99).
In this funny picture book, George
Washington wakes up on his seventh
birthday and spends the entire day pouting
because no one seems to remember what
day it is. Some day, he tells himself,
everyone will remember my birthday.
He gets in trouble for chopping down a
cherry tree. He throws a stone all the way
across the Rappahannock. And, he crosses
an icy creek. When his father tells him to
clean up before dinner, George powders
his wig.
The author and artist gleefully poke fun
at some of the myths surrounding our first
president and remind us that they’re not
true. George Washington never actually
chopped down a cherry tree, but he always
told the truth. He never wore a wig, but he
did powder his hair. Sidebars contain the
actual facts and an afterword presents a
brief biography.
Parents will recognize Barry Blitt’s
watercolor and ink illustrations from The
New Yorker and other magazines.
•
“Plant a Kiss,” written by Amy Krouse
Rosenthal and illustrated by Peter
Reynolds (Harper, $14.99).
“Little Miss planted a kiss.” The
simple, rhyming text and drawings with
lots of white space together show what
happens when Little Miss waters what she
planted, then waits and waits for
something to sprout.
When her friends gather around the
sprouted kisses, she shares with all of them
(the kisses are yellow, pink and green
sparkles), and Little Miss soon finds that
love shared is love multiplied.
This is a first-time collaboration for two
bestselling creators of children’s books and
I predict it won’t be the last. They seem
made for each other. Rosenthal is the
author of “Little Hoot,” “Spoon,” “Duck!
Rabbit!” and many others. Reynolds has
illustrated the bestselling “Someday” by
Alison McGhee, as well as his own “The
Dot,” “Ish” and “The North Star.”
This book makes a perfect Valentine
gift.
Middle grades, ages 9-to-13 years
“The Mighty Miss Malone,” written by
Christopher Paul Curtis (Wendy Lamb
Books/Random House, $15.99).
Deza Malone loves reading and writing
and is the smartest girl in her class. She
has a strong and loving family — a father
who enjoys using alliteration (“Dearest
Daughter Deza”), a mother who quotes
poetry and an older brother who can’t read
very well but who sings like an angel.
She also has a best friend who goes to
the library with her every day. If the Great
Depression hadn’t come along and made
her father lose his job, life in Gary, Ind.,
would still be almost perfect. The year is
1936, and times are tough for everyone,
but especially for African-Americans.
Father goes to Detroit to find work —
and disappears. When Mother loses her job
too, the Malones have to move into
temporary housing, taking only what they
can carry. But they never give up the
search for Father.
Christopher Paul Curtis is the awardwinning author of “Bud, Not Buddy,” “The
Watsons Go to Birmingham” and other
books. According to the included author
note, during school visits kids asked when
he was going to write about a girl. He kept
putting it off until he spoke at a mother-
daughter book club in Detroit.
Some of the women berated him for
including a scene in “Bud, Not Buddy,” in
which a girl in Hooverville kissed Bud
Caldwell, a total stranger. Curtis came up
with an interesting reply. And, this book, a
companion but not a sequel, was born.
Even if you’ve never read “Bud, Not
Buddy,” you’ll still enjoy reading about the
irrepressible Mighty Miss Malone.
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KIDS 7
Maximizing the whole
brain for learning
By VICTORIA CERULLI
Science fair
This year more than 100 fourth, fifth and sixth graders participated in the
annual North Coventry Elementary School, Owen J. Roberts, Science Fair in
January. Moving on to the Chester County Science Research Completion on
March 8 are sixth graders Simon Crew, Lucas Gray, Madison Gadzicki, Daniel
Barlow and Daniel Horning; fifth graders Quentin Heise, Diana Rantz and
Andrew Dede; and fourth graders Abigail Hannis and John Buckwalter.
Receiving honorable mention for their projects were sixth graders Paige
Miller, Madison Keenan, Sean Tyler, Nick Kriebel and Jeremy Wagner; fifth
grader Zachary Holecz; and fourth grader Troy Wagner. Pictured above (from
left) are fifth graders Dede, Holecz, Heise and Rantz.
Have you ever wondered why it is at
times difficult to remember some
information, like someone’s name, shortly
after you have been introduced to the
person?
Yet, even if you have not been on a
bicycle for 15 years, you could hop on one
today and remember how to ride it? The
answer is all in our heads — our brain that
is. First, let’s take an abbreviated crash
course in brain science.
Chris Biffle, founder of Whole Brain
Teaching, uses a great visual aid to explain
how the brain works and explains why
certain learning “sticks” with us. First, lace
your fingers together and place your hands
in front of your chest – this is your brain.
Your left hand represents the left
hemisphere and your right hand represents
the right hemisphere. Now wiggle your
two little fingers; these represent your
prefrontal cortex, the “boss of the brain,”
which controls planning, reasoning and
decision making.
In order to learn anything, we must first
get the attention of the prefrontal cortex.
The middle fingers (wiggle them, too)
represent the motor cortex, the most
reliable memory area.
Next wiggle your thumbs. Notice that
they are much bigger than the rest of your
fingers. They represent the large area of
the back of the brain, the visual cortex,
also a highly reliable memory source.
That is why we can often remember the
faces of people we have met, but not
necessarily their names.
Finally, toward the front of your left
hand, you have the brain’s area needed for
speaking. Toward the back of left hand is
the area important for hearing and
understanding language. Now open your
hands; another part of the brain, the limbic
system, represented by the base of both of
your palms, is responsible for our
emotions.
Finally, we must explore neurons, our
information processing nerve fibers.
Attached to our neurons, like the branches
of a tree, are dendrites. Whenever we
learn, we grow dendrites, and the more
repeated activities we engage in while
learning, the more growth of dendrites,
and … well, you get the picture.
Biffle said, “Repetition equals dendrite
growth equals learning!”
Surprisingly, our brain has no single
area associated with memory. However,
using more areas of the brain to learn
means our learning is stored in more areas
of the brain, and the deeper and longer
lasting our learning will be.
Now that you have this visual
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parts of the brain and how they work, let’s
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FEBRUARY 2012
Be knowledgeable when
it comes to ‘superfoods’
By LAURA K. REIDER
How super are superfoods?
If you have ever tried to lose weight,
treat a health problem, or just wanted to
eat healthier in general, you might have
run into the term “superfoods.”
You may see this term defined on the
internet or in the media as “foods that
contain energizing and healing properties
due to their abundance of antioxidants,
vitamins, minerals, enzymes or proteins.”
Claims are made that if you eat these
foods, you will have more energy, a
clearer mind, and cure your illness. It is
important to note, however, that there is
no official definition of the term
superfood, and there are no regulations
that separate superfoods from other
foods.
Essentially, anyone can say that any
food is a superfood. Even if a superfood
does not have any negative effects, it
may not live up to all of its great health
claims. While superfoods may indeed be
extremely healthy for us to eat, the
words used to promote them sound
magical.
This can be a concern for two reasons.
First, a narrow focus on only one food
may lead to an overconsumption of that
particular food and a crowding out of
other nutritious foods. An example
would be getting into the habit of eating
an entire bar of dark chocolate everyday,
or eating a piece of that dark chocolate
bar everyday instead of a piece of fruit.
The second concern regarding
superfoods is the prices that they
command because of marketing and
hype. When shopping at the grocery
store, be wary of fancy displays. Also,
pay close attention to special packaging
and claims made on food items, which
tend to drive the price up.
Go ahead and enjoy a treat this
Valentine’s season, whether it is a piece
of 70 percent cacao dark chocolate or a
goji berry smoothie. We should be
encouraged to branch out and try new,
healthy foods, including superfoods.
If you discover one that you really
enjoy, include it in your diet more often,
but in small portions so that you
maintain variety in your diet. Also, pay
attention to the serving size and nutrient
information on the label so you do not
accidentally undermine your healthy
eating plan.
Finally, don’t fall for marketing
gimmicks and overpay for specialty
foods that claim to cure disease or are
the hottest trend at the moment.
Be forewarned. Here are some
“superfoods” and what they are claimed
to do:
• Dark chocolate — Releases
endorphins and improves mood and
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concentration;
• Avocados — Reduces the risk of
cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and is
beneficial for eye and skin health.
• Apples — Loaded with antioxidants
and protects the cells in your body from
damage; apple skins in particular aid in
weight loss.
• Blueberries — Reduces the risk for
many chronic diseases from Alzheimer’s
to Parkinson’s, anti-aging, improves
memory. .
• Cabbage —Dramatically reduces the
risk of colon cancer; blood purifier that
stimulates the immune system
• Fish and fish oil — Helps to cut the
risk of heart disease, arthritis and
depression;
• Garlic — Boosts resistance to colds
and infections, and helps to detoxify the
body of heavy metals
• Green Tea — Cancer-fighting
effects, benefits for cardiovascular health
and osteoporosis;
• Eggs, including the yolks — Good
for brain function; when eaten in
moderation can assist with weight loss
without, affecting cholesterol level.
(Laura K. Reider, a graduate student
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DOWNINGTOWN
FEBRUARY 2012
KIDS 9
Freshman presents at
business conference
Pavitra Velan, a freshman at
Downingtown West High School,
recently presented a research paper on
consumers’ awareness of the appropriate
disposal of medicines at the Northeast
Business & Economics Association
conference in Philadelphia.
“Pavitra’s research is timely, relevant
to the environment. and her presentation
was well received by the academic
attendees at the conference,” said Dr.
Daniell Bell of the Department of
Management and Decision Sciences, Leon
Hess Business School, Monmouth
University, West Long Branch, N.J.
Bell was the chair of the session on
environmental sustainability.
Velan’s research was triggered by a
report that indicated the drinking water
in the Philadelphia area was found to
have trace amounts of 17 different
medications, such as pain relievers,
hormones and anti-depressants.
She realized that inappropriate
disposal of medicines can lead to danger
for humans, aquatic life and wildlife.
Velan was concerned that more medicine
could find its way into the water system
and into landfills. Based on literature
search and exploratory research, she
developed a model of how medicines get
into the water and landfill.
In order to understand the level of
awareness among consumers about how
to appropriately dispose medicines, she
conducted a consumer awareness survey.
Analyzing the data showed some
interesting results.
Seventy-five of the consumers
surveyed did not know how to properly
dispose of medicines. About 25 percent
of them knew how to dispose the drugs
properly, and their primary source of
information was pharmacists (38
percent) and family members (26
percent).
As an unanticipated outcome, across
several classes of drugs, about 40
percent of the consumers saved the drugs
for later use; 20 percent disposed of
them in the trash; four percent flushed
them down the toilet; and three percent
returned them to the pharmacy. About 30
percent did not indicate what they did
with the drugs.
Many of the consumers felt that their
local pharmacists should educate them
on the proper disposal of medication,
followed by physicians. Appropriately
educating consumers is important to
solve the medicine disposal problem.
When asked who should educate the
public, the respondents ranked
physicians as the most important source,
followed by pharmacists, pharmaceutical
companies, the Food and Drug
Administration and the Environmental
Protection Agency.
Pavitra Velan a ninth grade student at Downingtown High School West poses for a
photograph with conference session chair Dr. Daniell Bell of the Department of
Management and Decision Sciences, Leon Hess Business School, Monmouth
University, West Long Branch, N.J. Velan recently presented her research paper on
consumers’ awareness of the appropriate disposal of medicines at the
Northeast Business & Economics Association conference in Philadelphia.
The study has significant implications
to consumer health, environment and
public policy. Velan’s study has been
published in the NBEA conference
proceedings. Velan, as a follow up to her
research, wants to create a public
awareness campaign on medicine
disposal in her community.
Downingtown Area School District
Downingtown, PA 19335
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Beaver Creek — 610-269-2790
Bradford Heights — 610-269-6021
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East Ward — 610-269-8282
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HEALTH & FITNESS
KIDS 10
FEBRUARY 2012
Tips for a healthy family, home
By MICHELLE PHILLIPPY, MPH
Sometimes it’s hard to get the
whole family together, but when you
do find those rare moments, here are
10 easy ways your family can have
fun and stay connected.
1. Give everyone in the family a
special decision-making opportunity,
such as choosing the menu for a
healthier meal or organizing a family
event that includes physical activity.
2. Make a plan to do activities that
involve the whole family. Take a trip
to a museum or the aquarium.
3. Spend an hour or two cleaning
out a closet, bedroom, garage or
basement, and prepare a load of items
to donate as a family. The kids can
help by going through and sorting old
toys and clothing.
4. Volunteer in your community.
Participate in a walk/run or bike
event or put together meals for other
families or people who live alone.
5. Schedule a family date. Go for a
walk, build a snowman, or play
games.
6. Encourage sharing. During a
family meal have the youngest family
member do a drum roll and then call
on someone to share something they
are grateful for that day.
7. Invite another family from the
neighborhood, school or church to a
family play date. This is a great way
to connect with neighbors and for
children and adults to bond.
8. Love to cook? Spend an
evening making a favorite family
meal together and finishing up with
popcorn and a movie. Give each
family member a job in the meal
preparation, so that everyone is
included.
9. Designate a “no screen day” in
your home, and have several books
and games ready for everyone to play
with.
10. Spend an evening watching old
family videos or leafing through
family photos. Kids love to see
themselves when they were babies or
reminiscing about last year’s family
vacation.
(Michelle Phillippy, MPH, is
director of Healthy Living for the
YMCA of the Brandywine Valley, West
Chester. Visit www.ymcabwv.org or
any of its branches — Brandywine
YMCA, Kennett Area YMCA,
Jennersville YMCA, Octorara
Program Center, West Chester Area
YMCA or the Oscar Lasko Youth
Program Center, West Chester.)
socks, mittens and toiletries for donation
to an after-school program for children
in Philadelphia.
Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School
students and families participated in an
“MLK Casserole Project,” sponsored by
the school’s PTO, which provided
various recipes on the school’s web site.
Over the holiday weekend, students
and families made more than 200
casseroles and froze them. They brought
them to the school on Jan. 17 between 78 a.m. for delivery to area food pantries.
The casseroles were taken to The
Bernadine Center in West Chester,
Wayne Presbyterian Church, St. David’s
Church and the Bethesda Project in
Philadelphia.
In addition, students in the T-E
Middle School Student Council are
collaborating with the Conestoga Student
United Way to collect new and gently
used sports equipment for schools and
students in struggling areas.
Day of service
(Continued from page 1)
parents took the cards, blankets and
breakfast items and assembled bountiful
breakfast bags which were delivered to
the food pantry.
The Martin Luther King Jr. Service
Project was coordinated by the Devon
Elementary PTO.
Joel Stever, the librarian at Devon
Elementary School, and his wife,
Loretta, help to run The Jerusalem Food
Pantry. The pantry, solely run by
volunteers, serves between 150-175
families in the greater Schwenksville
area each month.
Other T-E schools participated in
service projects in conjunction with
Martin Luther King Day. New Eagle
Elementary School students made bag
lunches for donation to a soup kitchen in
Norristown and goodie bags filled with
WE TAKE PRIDE IN “PAINLESS” DENTISTRY
Students at Tredyffrin-Easttown Middle School display the casseroles they
collected as part of the Martin Luther King Jr. Day service project.
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• No Drilling
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YOUR COMFORT IS OUR FIRST CONCERN
• TV’s in every exam room
• Reception room filled with toys
• & activities for younger kids
• “Treasure Box” rewards at the
• end of each appointment
• Sugarless treats as a par ting gift
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Hannah Thorne and Nick Ciocca, first grade students at Devon Elementary School,
Tredyffrin-Easttown, hold up one of the fleece blankets that was packaged in the
‘Breakfast Bags’ made by students as part of the recent Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
of Service. The bags were delivered to The Jerusalem Pantry in Schwenksville.
FEBRUARY 2012
OXFORD
KIDS 11
Leadership award nominee
Library donation
As part of its recent celebration of American Education Week, the Oxford Area
Education Association made a $300 donation to the Oxford Public Library.
Pictured (front, from left) are Children’s Services Librarian Nancy Kodish, Oxford
Public Library Director Kenneth Pienkos, (rear, from left) OAEA Secretary
Rebecca Miller, OAEA President Pam Brown, and OAEA Executive Committee
members Diane Harris and Brenda Moran. Funds will be used to support the
library’s 2012 summer reading program.
OXFORD AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
Jordan Bank Elementary School
2012-2013 School Year
Kindergarten Registration
Kindergarten and new First Grade student registration for the 2012-2013 school year will
be held during the week of March 12-March 16, 2012. Registration will be held at the
Hopewell Elementary School, located at 602 Garfield Street, Oxford, PA. The District
Kindergarten Program is a full day program. Registration packets are available at the District
Administration Building, at Jordan Bank & on-line at www.oxford.k12.pa.us.
Registration will be held as follows between the hours of 9 a.m. and 3 p.m.:
If your child’s last name begins with letters
Date
Monday, March 12th
A to C
Tuesday, March 13th
D to I
Wednesday, March 14th
J to M
Thursday, March 15th
N to S
Friday, March 16th
T to Z
To complete the registration process you will need:
• Original or certified copy of the student’s birth certificate
• Proof of Residency - two different documents are needed. Acceptable documents:
settlement papers, lease agreement or a current utility bill (electric, gas or water — only one
utility bill may be used to establish proof of address), parent driver’s license or other photo
identification with home address, current local tax bill indicating the address of the taxpayer.
• Parent/Guardian driver’s license or other photo identification
• Immunization record: The state requires certain vaccinations in order to attend
kindergarten: four (4) diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (#4 should be after the student’s 4th
birthday), three (3) polio, three (3) hepatitis B, two (2) measles, mumps and rubella (first dose
to be given after 1st birthday) and 2 varicella (chicken pox) vaccines or documentation that
your child has previously had chicken pox.
Please bring the new kindergarten student with you to registration. Teachers will be
conducting a screening to assist the school in the placement of your child. New first
grade students will be tested at a later date and do not need to be present during the
week of registration.
THE STUDENT MUST TURN 5
ON OR BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1, 2012
Oxford Area High School senior Meghan Harvey, daughter of Linda and James
Harvey, has been nominated by Principal Dr. David C. Madden (left) for the 2012
Principal Leadership Award, co-sponsored by the National Association of
Secondary School Principals and Herff Jones, Inc. One-hundred national winners
will be chosen this spring to receive college scholarships ranging from $1,000 to
$12,000. Harvey is Student Council treasurer and president of the high school’s
chapter of Future Business Leaders of America, as well as the Pennsylvania
FBLA’s Region 9 secretary. She serves as the high school’s student
representative to the Oxford Area Board of School Directors and is the high
school’s representative on the 16th Congressional District Youth Advisory
Council sponsored by U.S. Rep. Joe Pitts. Harvey is a member of the Helping
Hands community service club, the LEOs Club of the Oxford Lions, and the
varsity track and cross-country teams, qualifying for the PIAA state track and
field championships in November.
DISTRITO ESCOLAR DE OXFORD
Escuela Elemental Jordan Bank
El año escolar 2012-2013
Registracíon para Kindergarten
El distrito escolar de Oxford Area mantendrá todas las registraciones del año escolar 20122013 de los estudiantes de Kindergarten y los estudiantes nuevos de primer grado durante de
las fechas el 12 de marzo (lunes) hasta el 16 de marzo (viernes) en el edificio de Hopewell,
602 Garfield Street, Oxford. El programa de Kindergarten del distrito es un programa de todo
el día. Los paquetes con las formas (o los formatos) de información requerida están
disponibles en el nuevo edificio de administración, y en todas las escuelas en el distrito. Este
formato también está disponible en el website www.oxford.k12.pa.us.
La registración tomará parte entre las horas 9 a.m. hasta 3 p.m.:
Los apellidos que empiezan con
Fecha
Lunes, 12 de marzo
A hasta C
Martes, 13 de marzo
D hasta I
Miércoles, 14 de marzo
J hasta M
Jueves, 15 de marzo
N hasta S
Viernes, 16 de marzo
T hasta Z
Para completar el proceso de la matriculacíon se necesita:
• El certificado de nacimiento o una copia certificado
• Prueba de la implantación — Documentos aceptables necesarios: los papeles del
establecimiento, el acuerdo de arriendo o la cuenta para uso general actual (eléctrica, gas o
agua — solamente una cuenta para uso general se puede utilizar para establecer la prueba de
la dirección), la licencia de conductor del padre o la otra identificación de la foto con la
dirección casera, recibo de la contribución local de la corriente que indica la dirección del
contribuyente
• Licencia de conducir o otro tipo de identificacíon con foto.
• Registro de inmunización. Se requiere que el niño, antes de entrar en el kindergarten,
tenga estas inmunizaciones: Cuatro (4) difteria, tetanos, Pertusis (la #4 tiene que ser después
de los cuatro años), tres (3) polio, tres (3) Hepatitis B, dos (2) sarampión, dos (2) rubeola, dos
(2) paperas, y dos (2) varicela (o notificacíon del doctor que el niño ya ha tenido la varicela).
Al momento de la registración, los padres necesitarán traer a su hijo porque su hijo
tomará un pequeño examen dado por un maestro de la escuela Jordan Bank. Los
estudiantes que van a matricular para primer grado no necesitan tomar un examen
durante de esta semana. Ellos tomarán un examen en otro día.
Los niños deben tener 5 años de edad en o antes del 1 de septiembre del 2012
KIDS 12
COATESVILLE
FEBRUARY 2012
LAKE GREENE
KIARRA HICKS
Two students honored
Two Coatesville High School students have been named recipients of major
awards. Lake Greene will be presented with the Widener University High
School Leadership Award on Feb. 28 at the National Constitution Center,
Philadelphia. Widener and WCAU-TV/NBC10 are co-sponsors of the 2011
award which recognizes high-achieving juniors from regional high schools
who have demonstrated academic excellence and character traits that mark
them as potential leaders and future citizens of character. Honored students
who choose Widener University, Chester, to continue their education after
high school will receive a $20,000 scholarship. Kiarra Hicks has been selected
as a recipient of the 2012-2013 Comcast Leaders and Achievers® Scholarship.
This award, funded through The Comcast Foundation, recognizes high school
seniors from Comcast communities for their commitment to community
service, academic achievement and demonstrated leadership. To acknowledge
their achievements, recipients receive a one-time grant of $1,000.
COATESVILLE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
545 East Lincoln Highway, Coatesville, PA 19320
IT’S TIME TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD FOR KINDERGARTEN!
The Coatesville Area School District offers a full day kindergarten program for all students.
Kindergarten registration takes place at each elementary school (see list below). Your child must be five years
old on or before September 1, 2012 to qualify for kindergarten for the 2012-2013 school year.
To register the following items are required:
• Verification of the child’s birth date
• Proof of residency
• A copy of your child’s most recent physical and dental exams (completed within one year of the first day of
• school)
Children must have the following immunizations to enroll and attend school:
• Four doses of diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP) — one dose must be after the child’s 4th birthday
• Three doses of polio
• Three doses of hepatitis B
• Two doses of measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR) — first dose must be after age one
• Two doses of varicella (chicken pox) — given after age one or dates of chicken pox disease
Kindergarten registration will take place in all of our elementary schools during the month of March 2012, by
appointment only. The exact registration dates for each school are listed on the school’s website. Please contact
your child’s school as soon as possible to schedule an appointment. The registration process includes a parent
interview and pre-school evaluation of your child by our professional staff. Registration for grades one through five
are also being accepted through Central Registration. Appointments can be made by calling 610-466-2400.
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Friendship
King’s Highway
Rainbow
Reeceville
3609 East Lincoln Highway
2254 Strasburg Road
296 Reeceville Road
841 West King’s Highway
1113 West Lincoln Highway
248 Reeceville Road
610-383-3760
610-383-3765
610-383-3770
610-383-3775
610-383-3780
610-383-3785
WEST CHESTER
FEBRUARY 2012
KIDS 13
‘Help for the Holidays’
Pinewood Derby
In keeping with the holiday spirit of giving back to the community, second grade
students at Fern Hill Elementary School, West Chester, recently participated in
the ‘Help for the Holidays’ campaign. The students donated, wrapped and
delivered new calculators, grade-level books and cold weather neccessities,
such as coats, gloves, hats and scarves, to second graders at the M. Hall
Stanton Elementary School, Philadelphia. Fern Hill students also included
holiday letters that they wrote to their new friends.
Members of Pack 21 Cub Scouts of Fern Hill Elementary School, West Chester,
pose with Cubmaster Todd Lombardi and their winning trophies, medals and
certificates after recently racing their homemade Pinewood Derby cars at the
West Chester VFW. Pictured above are (front, from left) Christian Ottesen,
Auston Scott, Benjamin Koehler, Will Jeffery, Hunter Whitten, Daniel Arevelo,
Nick D’Agostino, (middle, from left) Barrett Whitesides, Nathan Wolfe, Arthur
Compton, Wyatt Pease, Harry Panson, Mason Imburgia, Gabe Smith, Spencer
Ramsay, (back, from left) William Roth, David Scully, Kyle Franz, Jake Scully,
Evan Hurlbrink, Tyler Aughey, Nathan Lombardi, Nick Bottaro, Myles Ratliff and
Joseph Liu.
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KIDS 14
FEBRUARY 2012
PennDOT’s aviation art contest winners named
Four Great Valley School District elementary students were named winners in the
2011 Pennsylvania Department of Transportation’s ‘Aviation’s Value to My
Community’ Aviation Art Contest. Charlestown Elementary School fifth grade
students Alessio Zucchi, Brian McDonough and Kevin Travers and K. D. Markley
Elementary School second grade student Diya Kumar were among 21 winners.
All of the winning entries were displayed in the East Wing of the State Capitol
Building in Harrisburg in December. Having received more than 900 entries,
PennDOT chose its student artists by dividing the submissions into two
divisions. Students in first through third grades were judged in the first division;
fourth and fifth grades in the other. PennDOT Secretary Barry Schoch said,
‘These students came up with very creative ways to show why aviation is
important in Pennsylvania.’ Each winning student received a mounted copy of
his/her artwork and a certificate signed by Schoch. In addition, K. D. Markley and
Charlestown elementary schools received a mounted copy of each of their
student’s artwork to display. In the photo at left, Kumar is pictured with her
mother, Kanchana Kumar; Dr. Juliette Pennyman, principal; Pamela Stevenson,
classroom teacher; Roberta Presses, art teacher; and Brian Gearhart, director of
PennDOT’s Bureau of Aviation. In the photo at right, McDonough, Zucchi and
Travers pose with Gearhart.
GREAT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT
2012-2013 KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION
Monday, Feb. 27 through Friday, March 2, 2012
To qualify for 2012-2013 kindergarten classes, a child must be five years
old on or before September 1, 2012. Registration for children attending
kindergarten at any Great Valley school will be conducted at the
Administration Building, 47 Church Rd., Malvern. Dates for registrations are:
Monday, Feb. 27 - Friday, March 2, from 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 - 3:00
p.m. Evening registrations will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 28 from 5:00 - 7:30
p.m. This year, all registrations will be by appointment only. Please call
610-889-2133 after Feb. 1 to schedule an appointment.
Registration forms are available online at: www.gvsd.org, or at the Administration Building.
Parents should bring completed registration forms to their child’s registration.
Proofs of age, immunization and residency are required at registration. Acceptable age
documentation includes an original birth certificate or passport. Acceptable residency
documentation must include: 1) A copy of your most recent real estate tax notice from Great
Valley School District, a signed copy of the agreement of sale or settlement statement or, if
renting, a signed copy of your lease; 2) Two additional proofs of residency (three if multiple
occupancy) are required. These may include a driver’s license, vehicle registration, utility bill,
insurance document, employee paycheck, personal bill or bank statement. Please note: If you
are living in someone else’s home, you must provide a notarized Multiple Occupancy Form.
Required immunizations are four or more doses of diphtheria-tetanus (with at least one dose
given after the age of four); three doses of polio, two doses of measles and mumps vaccine and
one dose of rubella vaccine (with the first dose on or after the first birthday), three doses of
Hepatitis B vaccine for students entering school for the first time (i.e., kindergarten or first
grade), and two doses of the varicella vaccine or written proof that the child has had chicken
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Great Valley also welcomes registration for 2012-2013 first grade students who are new to
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before September 1, 2012. The same registration forms and proofs of age, immunization, and
residency are required.
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KIDS 15
Anti-bullying program
‘Top in the Country’
Mary Ann Cox, principal at East Pikeland Elementary School, Phoenixville,
congratulates fourth grade student Cole Bright. Bright was recently recognized
by the Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth for his scores on the SCAT
(School and College Ability Test). Bright totaled a perfect score on the
quantitative portion of the test, earning him the ‘Top in the Country’ honor.
Phoenixville Area Middle School is in the first year of implementing the Olweus
Bullying Prevention Program. The Jan. 3 kick-off event was planned by an
enthusiastic group of teachers, administrators, support staff and students. The
day featured various team-building activities, an all-school assembly, live
performances and a pep rally. All students and staff received t-shirts with
empowering messages like ‘Man Up,’ ‘You’ve Got a Friend in Me,’ ‘Help You, I
Can,’ and ‘Step Up, Step In.’ Pictured are some of the talented students who
performed for and inspired their peers. The Olweus Bullying Prevention Program
is designed to improve peer relations and make schools safer, more positive
places for students to learn and develop. Goals of the program include reducing
existing bullying problems among students; preventing new bullying problems;
and achieving better peer relations at school.
PHOENIXVILLE AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION INFORMATION
2012-2013
New Parent Meeting: All parents and guardians of 20122013 Kindergarten students are invited to attend a New
Parent Meeting at the Kindergarten Center, 100 School
Lane, Phoenixville on:
Tuesday, February 7, 2012 from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Kindergarten Registration: Registration for all PASD
Kindergarten students for the 2012-2013 school year will
take place at the Kindergarten Center, 100 School Lane,
Phoenixville on: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 from 8:00 am to 6:00 pm
and Wednesday, February 22, 2012 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
(you may register your child on any date or time listed,
regardless of your attendance area)
**NEW AGE ELIGIBILITY
A child must be 5 years of age on or before September 30th to enter Kindergarten.
At time of registration, parent/guardian must submit the following paperwork
1. All forms in the district registration packet. If you have NOT received a
registration packet, please contact Mrs. Beisel or Ms. Szegedy at 484-927-5000.
2. Confirmation of pupil’s birth date (original birth certificate, not a birth record
from the hospital is required by Pennsylvania School Code as proof of your child’s
age).
3. Proof of residency — utility (PECO) or cable bill, or copy of mortgage or lease
agreement
4. Updated completed immunization records (against Diphtheria, Tetanus, Pertussis,
Hepatitis B, Polio, Rubella, Mumps, Measles). Students must also have verification of
having received the Varicella vaccine or written documentation from a doctor that the
child has had chicken pox.
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All prospective kindergarten children will be scheduled for a Pre-Kindergarten
Screening which will be held the week of Monday, April 23 through Friday, April 27,
2012 from 8:15 to 2:15 pm each day. This appointment will be scheduled during
registration, so please bring your appointment calendar with you!
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KIDS 16
Whole brain
(Continued from page 7)
connect the bicycle learning to all of this.
At first, you probably watched someone
riding a bicycle (stored in your visual
cortex), then you listened to someone tell
you to pump the pedals with your feet,
move your legs up and down, and look
forward while riding (stored in your
auditory cortex).
You may still remember the sensation
you felt (stored in the limbic system) and,
with your prefrontal cortex, you paid
close attention and made decisions about
correcting your balance (or not).
While either with training wheels or
someone holding the back of your seat
and one handle bar, you practiced the
learning over and over again (growing
dendrites). You pumped your legs, turning
the wheel (stored in that large motor
cortex) until finally, one day your
“teacher” was able to let go and you rode
that bike down the street all by yourself.
Because you learned using your whole
brain, the new learning moved from
short-term to long-term memory, where it
stayed forever. That is why, even after
abandoning bike riding for 15 years, we
can still hop on a bike today, albeit
gingerly given the toll our coordination
has taken with age, and ride off into the
sunset (or at least, down the street).
Now you may be thinking, “OK, so
FEBRUARY 2012
now I understand why I still know how to
ride a bicycle, but how does this
information help me with my child’s
learning?”
As parents, we can help our children
utilize the whole brain to maximize
learning. For example, when helping your
child learn math facts, try the following
whole brain techniques:
• Incorporate some large movements
into the practice (hopping, skipping,
jumping jacks, or bouncing a ball);
• Teach your child to sing the facts,
using a familiar nursery rhyme or song, or
use silly voices;
• Provide large visual examples (charts,
screen projection) of the facts during
recitation;
• With water and a paintbrush, allow
your child to “paint” the numbers on the
sidewalk, using large arm movements;
• Allow your child to “teach” the facts
to someone else in the family.
Be sure to first show each activity to
your child, and always provide guidance
during practice.
Whole brain techniques can be applied
to almost any skill. Whether your child is
learning math facts, numbers, letter
names or sounds, sight words, spelling
patterns, etc., using the whole brain
maximizes learning.
(Victoria Cerulli is the academic coach
at East Coventry Elementary School,
Owen J. Roberts.)
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Angel Castaneda
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Delliah Dalton
Alexis Bridwell
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Alan Navarro
Allen Navarro
Andraya Whalen
Jasmine Gortman
Arianna Santos
Brianna Santos
Gianna P. Zavala
Jairo Pantoja Zavala
Geoffrey Browell
Tayler McCrassan
Briley Marek
Olivia Eller
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Austin Barett
Nicole Johnson
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Christian Buitron
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Savon Hurd
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Brianna Pratt
Jack Garrity
Shane Garrity
Steven Gilmore
Brandon Maness
Sierra Nawalinski
Carter Nawalinski
Isabella Pascoglio
Sophia Kalogredis
Madelyn Martinez
Gael Martinez
Johnathon Peter
Fernando Libo-on
Emily Libo-on
Gabrielle Grant
Eduardo Fuentes
Noah Johnson
Giovonni Montes
Miguel Montes
Ruth Montes
Kelkoa Miller
Adam Gonzalez
Chase Brown
Benjamin Harwarth
Sarah Harwarth
Brendan Mullin
Vamsi Padivetu
Alexa Sanchez
Karen Jacobson
Sabrina Tooles
Connor Monaghan
M. Villagomez-Hames
Dylan Werner
Zoe Rachfal
Nathaniel Laskey
Braden Zook
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Arthur Compton
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Justin Lischuk
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Grace Johnson
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Erin Parkinson
Michael Parme
Grace Burns
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Evan Hartman
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KENNETT/UNIONVILLE
FEBRUARY 2012
Two schools work together to make a difference
On Jan. 16 — Martin Luther King, Jr.
Day, which honors the life of the great
civil rights leader — a group of students
from the Kennett Middle School and the
Patton Middle School, Unionville-Chadds
Ford, spent the day not as a day off from
school, but as a day of community service.
For the past four years, students from
Patton Middle School have cleaned up
Anson B. Nixon Park, Kennett Square, as
part of the Martin Luther King Day of
Service. This year, Bruce Vosburgh, the
principal of Patton Middle School,
contacted Kennett Middle School to see if
students there would like to collaborate in
this year’s effort to clean up the park.
“Last year during MLK Day of Service,
we were working in the snow cleaning out
an area behind the volleyball courts,”
Vosburgh said. “I was talking with the
caretaker from the park, and he asked if
Kennett had ever worked with us. I had
said no, but that was a great idea, and that
I would contact Kennett for next year.
That's how it all came about.”
“When you think of the fun rivalry that
exists between the two districts, building a
bridge through a day of community service
was very positive,” said Kori BarleyStoudemire, Kennett Middle School
guidance counselor and student council
adviser.
During the day, there were about 20
students from each school, as well as
parents, teachers and administrators. In all,
nearly 50 people volunteered their time to
clear away brush along the creek, helping
to get the park ready for use this spring.
Students from the Kennett Middle School and the Patton
Middle School, Unionville, pose for a photo following a clean
“It was great to see so many people
coming together to serve our community,”
said Allie Taylor, a sixth grade student at
Kennett Middle School. “That is what
Martin Luther King Day is truly about. We
had a lot of fun working together to make
a difference.”
By the end of the day, the students,
teachers and parents were able to clear
away a significant amount of brush from
the park. One of the park employees
commented that the work they did in one
day would have taken one employee weeks
up workday at Anson B. Nixon Park, Kennett Square, as part
of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service.
to do.
“I thought the kids did a great job
working in the park cleaning up the area
along the stream,” Vosburgh said. “The
two schools worked side by side.”
“When the day began the students were
in distinct groups from each school, and by
the end of the day everyone was working
together so that you couldn’t tell who was
who,” Barley-Stoudemire said. “That was
really neat to see.”
John Carr, Kennett Middle School
principal, also was excited to see the two
schools working so well together.
“It was great to see our students and the
students from Unionville working side by
side at the park,” Carr said. “We may be
two separate schools from different
districts but at the end of the day, we are
one community.”
(This story was submitted for
publication by Krisp Communications,
Gilbertsville, the official communication
consultant of record for the Kennett
Consolidated School District.)
FEBRUARY 2012
OCTORARA
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Students learn yoga
poses to relieve stress
In their health class with teacher Bill Cooper, Jo Ann Marinacci's third grade
students at Octorara Elementary School recently learned some techniques to
help cope with stress. Students learned a few yoga poses, including the plank,
cat stretch, downward dog and warrior II, that they can use at home or during
recess to help deal with everyday stress. Students also had the opportunity to
make stress balls using balloons and flour. These stress balls can be carried
with the students and used as a way to channel energy when needed. Above,
student Braedan Amole practices the ‘tree pose.’
Coatesville earns
AP achievement
The Coatesville Area School District is
one of 34 school districts in Pennsylvania
— and fewer than 400 school districts in
the nation — that was recently honored by
the College Board with a place on its AP®
Second Annual Achievement List.
The district was honored for opening
AP classroom doors to a significantly
broader pool of students, while
maintaining or improving the percentage
of students earning scores of three or
higher.
“The AP Honor Roll designation – for
the second year in a row — is just one
example of how the school district is
continually raising the bar in regard to
academic achievement,” said Richard
Como, school superintendent. “I am proud
of the effort put forth and the success
achieved by all of our students.”
The AP Achievement List is made up of
all school districts that are simultaneously
expanding opportunity and improving
performance.
“The AP Honor Roll districts are
defying expectations by expanding access
while enabling their students to maintain
or improve their AP Exam scores,” said
College Board President Gaston Caperton.
The AP program enables students to
pursue college-level studies while still in
high school. Through more than 30
college-level courses, each culminating in
a rigorous exam, AP provides willing and
academically prepared students with the
opportunity to earn college credit,
advanced placement or both.
Octorara Elementary School third graders Jorja Dyer (middle) and Olivia Dorton
(right) make stress balls.
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STUDENTS
IN THE
NEWS
FEBRUARY 2012
‘WHYY I Like This Book’ finalists
Drew Stefanski (in photo top left), a student at Brandywine Wallace Elementary
School, Downingtown, and David Clarke (in photo top right), a student at
Schuylkill Elementary School, Phoenixville, were two of the 23 finalists in
WHYY TV’s third annual ‘WHYY I Like This Book’ program. Stefanski and Clarke
pose with (from left) Trudi Brown, WHYY executive producer; Bill Peterson, vice
president, general counsel and secretary for Verizon Wireless; Karen Smyles,
WHYY producer; and Bill Marrazzo, WHYY president and CEO, at the recent
‘WHYY I Like This Book’ reception in WHYY’s Dorrance H. Hamilton Public
Media Commons, Philadelphia. WHYY received 650 applications from students
in 70 regional schools to participate in the third year of the Verizon Foundationsponsored literacy program, a partnership with WHYY’s Educational Programs
and Services. The program inspires young readers to share opinions about
their favorite books. The Verizon grant enables WHYY to produce a series of
video spots featuring nine of the student finalists. WHYY has also received a
grant from the Verizon Foundation to support the fourth year of the ‘WHYY I
Like This Book,’ which promotes a lifelong love of reading for K-12 students
throughout the Delaware Valley. ‘We continue to receive an extraordinary
response from students for this program,” said Jennifer Wheeler, manager of
WHYY’s Educational Programs and Services. ‘Verizon’s additional support will
enable us to produce more video spots so that the students will be able to
encourage their peers to continue reading and learning.”
Symphony hosts
youth competition
The Kennett Symphony of Chester
County, under the direction of Mary
Woodmansee Green, will host its annual
Junior Instrumental Competition on
Saturday, Feb. 11 at 9 a.m. in the
auditorium of Kendal at Longwood,
Kennett Square.
The competition, chaired by Deborah
Rodgers, is for gifted musicians in grades
4-through-8 who play piano or a band or
orchestral instrument.
Selected competitors will perform one
intermediate (or higher) composition
lasting no longer than five minutes. Cuts
are allowed and memorization is required.
Repertoire must be chosen from the
standard classical literature.
Prizes will be awarded in two divisions
— fourth-through-sixth grades and seventh
and eighth grades, with prizes in each
category of $100, $50 and $25.
Presentation of the prizes will be made at
the Kennett Symphony’s Family Concert
on March 11, 2012 at West Chester
University.
Currently in its 71st season, the Kennett
Symphony of Chester County maintains a
compelling mission to reach out to young
audiences. In addition to the Junior
Instrumental Competition, the KSCC
sponsors an instrumental competition in
November and a voice competition in
March.
The symphony also presents family
concerts in December and March, which
includes its popular instrument petting zoo
in March.
CALENDAR
FEBRUARY 2012
FEB. 10, MARCH 9, APRIL 13
“Grown Up and Me.” Brandywine and
Red Clay Valley Association, Myrick
Conservation Center, 1760 UnionvilleWawaset Road, West Chester. 10-11:30
a.m. Winter environmental education
series includes a nature walk, hands-on
activities and a snack related to a
particular nature theme. $65/members;
$85/non-members. Pre-registration
necessary. Grown-up participation
required, but free of charge. Info/
registration: 610-793-1090 or
www.brandywinewatershed.org.
FEB. 12
“Victorine’s Valentine’s Day.” Hagley
Museum, 200 Hagley Rd., Wilmington, Del.
(off Rt. 141). 12:30-4 p.m. Visitors taste
gingerbread, make a Victorian Valentine
using the “scrap” method, write Valentine
verses with a quill pen and design a candy
bar wrapper. Special exhibit features
antique Valentine cards and candy
packaging. $11/adults; $9/students and
senior citizens; $4/ages six-to-14 years;
and free/ under age six. Info: (302) 6582400, ext. 259, weekdays. Web site:
www.hagley.org.
FEB. 25
“Pancake Breakfast and Maple
Sugaring Celebration.” Tyler Arboretum,
515 Painter Rd., Media. 8-1 p.m. Join a
tour to see how sap is turned into syrup,
try your hand at tapping a tree and enjoy
an all-you-can-eat pancakes and sausage
breakfast. $11/adults; $6/ages 3-through12 years; and free/under age three. Snow
date: March 3. Info: 610-566-9134, ext.
212 or info@tylerarboretum .org.
MARCH 3
Outgrown sale. St. James Preschool,
409 E. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 8noon. Baby/kids clothes, toys, books,
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maternity items and more available for
purchase. Rain or shine. Info: 610-5741154 or 610-269-0525.
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“Balloon Freak” John Cassidy. The
Colonial Theatre, 227 Bridge St.,
Phoenixville. 2 p.m. This eccentric
comedian whose bizarre antics have
earned him widespread acclaim as one of
the most original and unique performers
today. For ages six years and older. $8.50.
Info: 610-917-1228. Web site: www.the
colonialtheatre.com.
ONGOING
Mother-daughter reading program.
Henrietta Hankin Branch Library, 215
Windgate Dr., Chester Springs. First
Monday each month at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy
book discussions, activities and snacks
related to the book assigned from
previous meeting. For girls age nine and
up and their mothers or favorite adult
female friend. Registration suggested. Info:
610-321-1700 or hhyouthservices.
ccls.org. Registration: www.ccls.org.
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‘GuysRead,’ a father-son reading
program. Henrietta Hankin Branch Library,
215 Windgate Dr., Chester Springs. First
Tuesday each month at 6:30 p.m. Enjoy
book discussions, activities and snacks
related to the book assigned from
previous meeting. For boys in thirdthrough-sixth grades and their dads or
other favorite adult male friend.
Registration suggested. Info: 610-3211700 or hhyouthservices.ccls.org.
Registration: www.ccls.org.
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“Lego Club.” Downingtown Library, 330
E. Lancaster Ave. First Thursday each
month from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Use your
imagination and skills to create some cool
structures. Legos provided. Info: 610-2692741.
‘Hearts
& Hands’
On Feb. 25, girls in grades K-8 are invited to don their party dresses, take the
arm of a special man in their lives and head to the Mendenhall Inn for the ‘Hearts
& Hands Father-Daughter Charity Ball’ to benefit Family Service of Chester
County. The ball is more than just a dance – it’s a lesson in charitable service
wrapped up in a celebration of family bonds. Guests will learn about the
importance of local philanthropy and service, what different charities are doing
to help strengthen the Chester County community, and how families can get
involved with hands-on service projects. Representatives from five local
charities will talk about the work they do and how young people can help. In
addition, guests will hear from Heather Way, a senior at Oxford Area High School
who is the recipient of the 2012 Hearts & Hands Youth Community Service
Award. After dinner, the guests will be treated to a performance by the Rustin
Dance Team, and then DJ Mickey G will get things moving on the dance floor.
For more information and to purchase tickets,visit www.family service.us/hearts.
Museum offers
Sunday special
Touch of Class ‘Dancertainers’
The Touch of Class ‘Dancertainers,’ a group of talented
young performers, volunteered their time on Saturday
afternoons from October through December to learn a
holiday performance that was staged at various sites in
Chester and Delaware counties. The festive dance
performance highlighted contemporary jazz, modern, tap
and hip hop routines. The dancers presented their
program at assisted living facilities, parades and malls,
climaxing with a special ‘Snacks with Santa’ performance
at Touch of Class’ Broomall Studio. ‘Dancertainers’ is a
free community service-based organization; the directors,
students, teachers and costumers donate their services to
the program, which provides students with increased
performance opportunities throughout the year. Touch of
Class Dance Studio, Downingtown and Broomall, offers
classes in jazz, ballet, tap, pointe, modern, hip hop, theater
jazz, lyrical and acrobatics. The studio specializes in dance
classes for the younger student: ‘Baby Dance,’ starting at
2 1/2 years of age; ‘Creative Movement,’ starting at four
years; and prep, ballet/tap for ages five and six. Touch of
Class Dance Studio (business partners Debbie Apalucci,
Debi Kineavy and Tara Liberatore) has been educating
girls and boys in dance for more than 32 years.
The Brandywine River Museum, Rt. 1,
Chadds Ford, is offering free admission on
Sundays from 9:30-noon through Nov. 18,
with the exception of the annual antiques
show on May 27.
“Comic Catharsis: A Gift of Cartoons
by William Steig” is on display through
March 21. Although best known as the
creator of Shrek, Steig (1907-2003) first
achieved fame for his cartoons and covers
for The New Yorker and his published
books of drawings.
Later in Steig’s career, he began
creating children’s books that explore in a
lighter vein many of the same themes as
his cartoons for adults. Steig wrote and
illustrated more than 30 acclaimed works
for children, including the Caldecottwinning “Sylvester and the Magic Pebble”
in 1969 and “Shrek!” in 1990.
The exhibition features more than 190
works donated to the museum in 2010 by
Jeanne Steig from the artist’s estate, as
well as selected works for children on loan
from the Eric Carle Museum of Picture
Book Art and private collections.
The museum is open daily from 9:30
a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Regular admission is
$12/adults; $6/seniors, students and
children ages six-to-12 years; and
free/under age six. For more information,
call 610-388-2700 or visit www.
brandywinemuseum.org.
FOR MOMS
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La Leche League
La Leche League meetings in Chester
County. Meetings are designed to help mothers
breastfeed through mother-to-mother support,
encouragement, information and education.
Info: beanmom.com/laleche.
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Downingtown La Leche League meets
Tuesday, Feb. 28. Messiah Lutheran Church, 46
W. Lancaster Ave., Downingtown. 7:30 p.m.
Topic: “The Baby Arrives: The Family and the
Breastfed Baby.” Fathers, mothers-to-be and
nursing mothers, and their babies, are
welcome. Info: 610-675-7520.
•
Exton-Lionville La Leche League meets
Wednesday, Feb. 8. Exton Community Baptist
Church office building, 114 E. Swedesford Rd.,
Exton. 7:30 p.m. Topic: “The Advantages of
Breastfeeding.” Expecting and nursing mothers,
and their babies, are welcome. Info: 610-3636206.
•
Kimberton La Leche League meets Tuesday,
Feb. 7. Centennial Evangelical Lutheran Church,
1330 Hares Hill Rd., Kimberton. 9:30 a.m. Topic:
“The Art of Breastfeeding and Avoiding
Difficulties.” Expecting and nursing mothers, and
their babies, are welcome. Info: 610-321-0319.
•
La Leche League of Glenmoore-Elverson
meets Monday, Feb. 20. Forks of the
Brandywine Presbyterian Church, Rt. 322,
Glenmoore. 10 a.m. Topic: “The Art of
Breastfeeding and Avoiding Difficulties.”
Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, are welcome. Info: 610-321-0319.
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La Leche League of Southern Chester
County meets Wednesday, Feb. 15. Avondale
Presbyterian Church, 420 Pennsylvania Ave.,
Avondale. 9:45 a.m. Expecting and nursing
mothers, and their babies, are welcome. Info:
610-869-4845 or 610-925-3939.
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La Leche League of West Chester will meet
Wednesday, Feb. 15. Room 240, West Chester
Borough Building, 401 E. Gay St., West Chester.
9:30 a.m. Topic: “Nutrition and Weaning.”
Expecting and nursing mothers, and their
babies, are welcome. Info: 484-883-0572.
@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.
Info: 610-889-9911.
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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:
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of Kennett Square meets on the
-second Thursday each month. 10 a.m. Children
welcome. Info: [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
and their children in the Lionville Elementary
School boundaries of Downingtown Area
School District are welcome. E-mail: lionville
momsclub @gmail.com
MOMS Club of Pickering Valley meets on the
first Monday each month. Henrietta Hankin
Library Community Room, 215 Windgate Drive,
Chester Springs. 9:45 a.m. All at-home mothers
in the Pickering Valley and Shamona Creek
elementary schools areas of Downingtown Area
School District welcome. Web site: momsclub
pv.weebly.com. E-mail momsclubpv@yahoo
.com.
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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
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: 610-518-3397. Web site: www.momsclub
.org.
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
Unionville-Chadds Ford School District welcome
(babysitting available). Info: Nicole@cfmoms
[email protected].
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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: mcof
coatesville@yahoo. com or momsclubof
coatesvillepa.com
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MOMS Club of Downingtown (East Ward,
Bradford Heights, West Bradford and Beaver
Creek elementary schools) meets on the second
Tuesday each month. 10 a.m. Stay-at-home
moms and their children welcome. Meeting
location info: [email protected].
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MOMS Club of East BrandywineDowningtown meeting on the third Tuesday
each month. East Brandywine Baptist Church,
999 Horseshoe Pike, Downingtown. 9:30-11
a.m. Support group for stay-at-home moms and
their children in East Brandywine, Caln and
Wallace townships, including Glenmoore and
parts of Downingtown borough, and areas
served by Brandywine-Wallace and Springton
Manor elementary schools in Downingtown
Area School District. Info: eastbrandywine
momsclub.webs.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: momsclub
extoneast @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
Gymnasts excel
Levels 8 and 9 gymnasts from GymOlympic Sports Academy, Exton, recently
traveled to Florida to compete at the New Year's Invitational at Disney's
Coronado Springs Resort in Orlando. Led by the Level 9 team, which came in
first place, all of the GymOlympic girls brought home individual event and allaround medals. Pictured above are Coach Eduardo Pozo, Coach Dennis Pozo,
Jessica Meakim, Lauren Ritter, Coach Maria Pozo, Molly Greenspan, Devon
DellaValle, Alyssa Klock and Alyson Dinenberg.
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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: MCOA
[email protected].
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MOMS Club of Oxford meets on the first
Friday each month. Oxford Library, 48 S.
Second St., Oxford. 10:30 a.m.-noon. For
mothers in the Oxford, Nottingham and Lincoln
University areas of Oxford Area School District.
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 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 Spring City/Vincent meets on
the first Friday each month 10 a.m. All mothers
and their children living in the areas served by
East Vincent, West Vincent and French Creek
elementary schools, and East Coventry
elementary residents with 19475 or 19457 zip
codes are welcome. E-mail: momsclubofscv
@yahoo.com. Web site: www.momsclubspringcity.info.
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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 momsclubwce
@yahoo.com.
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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:
FEBRUARY 2012
610-436-4899 or momsclubwcwest@yahoo
.com.
Others
Preemie Parent Support Group. A free
support group for parents of pre-term babies
currently in the NCIU or at home meets on the
fourth Thursday each month. 6:30-8 p.m.
Meeting room Henrietta Hankin Library, 215
Windgate Dr., Chester Springs. Info: Melissa
Anstine at 610-7150-5253. E-mail melissa@
thepreemielife.com.
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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 in southern Chester
County. Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, Rt.
896 and Gypsy Hill Road near Rt. 841. Info: 610345-0498. 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 Carriage House, 1416 Berwyn-Paoli Road,
Berwyn. Info: 610-558-4452. Web site: mainline
mothersandmore.com. E-mail: mainlinemothers
@gmail.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. Web site:
WorkNotes.com/PA/ChesterCo/PHACT. E-mail:
[email protected].
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Nursing Mothers of Southern Chester
County meets on the third Tuesday each month.
West Grove Presbyterian Church, W. Evergreen
Street. 7 p.m. Expecting and nursing mothers
and their babies are welcome. Info: 610-2555223.
•
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 are 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 are welcome. Info: 610-942-3452.
Web site: www. ccmomc.org. E-mail: the
[email protected].
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Downingtown Area School District Parent
Support Group. Meeting 7-8:30 p.m.Monday,
March 12. Staff Development Room 5,
Downingtown Area School District
Administration Building, 540 Trestle Place,
Downingtown. Behavior analyst Sharon Keppley
will speak. All are welcome. Info/registration:
Paulette LoMarro at 610-363-0127. E-mail:
[email protected]. Additional information:
groups.yahoo.com/group/dasdspecialed
support.
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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 Hwy., Thorndale. The
program is designed to help 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 parents. Ask questions and
share ideas with others dealing with the
complexities of food allergies in their children.
E-mail: Kelli at [email protected].
SPECIAL NEEDS
FEBRUARY 2012
SPECIAL NOTE
FREE E-NEWSLETTER, published weekly by Casey
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Through Healthy Families. Helping to Bridge the Gap Between
the Wealth of Available Resources and the Poverty Associated
with People Not Knowing about Them. An incredibly
comprehensive listing of primarily free family services-related
trainings and conferences and fun family events occurring
throughout Chester County. Can be found on The ARC’s web
site. You may also sign up for this regularly published
invaluable information. Web: www.arcofchestercounty.org/
arconnections.html. Subscribe by sending an e-mail request to
[email protected].
CONFERENCES/WORKSHOPS
“ADDRESSING the LITERACY NEEDS of YOUNG
CHILDREN at RISK.” Feb. 1. The Luma Center, Valley Forge
Educational Services, 1777 N. Valley Rd., Paoli. 1-2:30 p.m.
(workshop); 2:30-3 p.m. (open house). Facilitators: Nancy
Allard, MA, director of The Luma Center, and Jill Thompson,
MA, Luma Center lead teacher. Success in reading begins in
the early years and yet most children diagnosed with a reading
disability are not identified until second or third grade. Find out
how you can help young children get the right start in early
literacy development. Includes three predictors of reading
success, three activities that facilitate readiness skills for
reading and understanding the foundations for reading needed
in the areas of attention, language, motor, sensory and visual
skills. Info/registration: www.vfes.net.
“INTERDEPARTMENTAL TRAINING on ADULT
SERVICES in CHESTER COUNTY.” Feb. 7 from 8:30-noon.
Departments included: adult probation, mental
health/intellectual and developmental disabilities, drug and
alcohol, office of aging, health department, Chester County
Prison and the department of community development. Learn
how to identify the Chester County systems that serve adults
and describe the criteria required to access and use each
system. Families welcome. Info/registration: Lisa Richardson
at 610-344-6265 or [email protected] by Feb. 2.
“ALL ABOUT TRANSITION CHAT and CHEW!!” Feb. 8.
The ARC of Chester County, West Chester. Noon-1:30 p.m.
Meeting topic: “Entitlement vs. Eligibility and Applying for
Benefits.” Facilitator: Kevin Sands of the Office of Vocational
Rehabilitation. For individuals and parents of individuals in
their transition years (age 16-to-21 years). Bring your
questions, hopes and dreams. Hear expert speakers, network
with other parents and connect to resources and supports.
Bring your lunch; drinks provided. Info/registration: Joyceanne
Husted at 610-696-8090. Registration preferred, but not
necessary.
CHESTER COUNTY RIGHT TO EDUCATION TASK
FORCE. Feb. 9. Chester County Intermediate Unit, 455 Boot
Rd., Downingtown. 9:30-1 p.m.Topic: IEP clinic with
McAndrews Law Offices. Bring your child’s current IEP and
evaluation. You will complete an intake form upon arrival,
followed by a brief presentation about basic tips to develop an
appropriate IEP. Registrants will then be given an opportunity
to meet with one of seven special education attorneys to
discuss any difficult issues. Open to all with no registration;
however, pre-register if you want individual time with an
attorney. Bring your questions. Sponsored by the task force
and The ARC of Chester County. Get involved and improve
your skills as an advocate for your child. Registration e-mails
to [email protected]. Info/activity or schedule/resource
manual: www.righttoed.org, call Lauren LaFountain at 484237-5057, [email protected], or voicemail at 610-696-8090,
ext. 348.
The task force monitors and advises local special
education services, provides training and networking
opportunities for parents, and informs the public about state
and national special education issues. Time is set aside at
every meeting to address individual concerns. All welcome.
“LEARNING and SELF-ESTEEM PARENT LEARNING
WORKSHOP.” Feb. 15. Valley Forge Educational Services,
1777 N. Valley Rd., Paoli. 6-8 p.m. Facilitator: Maria Kreiter,
director of professional development and outreach, VFES.
Learning difficulties and challenges can lower a child’s selfesteem. Participants will learn strategies for identifying a
child’s strengths and communicating that appreciation to the
child. We will examine the importance of positive
communication in supporting children whose learning
differences are contributing to poor school performance and
low self-esteem. This workshop is part of the “Children who
Learn Differently” Parent Learning Series, designed to help
parents equip their children with the survival skills to become
better students. $25/parents. Info/registration: www.vfes.net.
CHESTER COUNTY RIGHT TO EDUCATION TASK
FORCE. Feb. 16. The ARC of Chester County, West Chester.
7-9 p.m. Topic: “Special Needs Planning.” Facilitator:Pat
Bergmaier, LUTCF Metropolitan Life special needs financial
planner. This workshop will address important issues that need
to be addressed for your dependent with special needs:
Government benefit eligibility, guardianship/conservatorship
and financial security. Bring your questions. Sponsored by the
task force and The ARC. Get involved and improve your skills
as an advocate for your child. Registration e-mails to
[email protected]. Info/activity or schedule/resource
manual: www.righttoed.org, call Lauren LaFountain at 484237-5057, [email protected], or voicemail at 610-696-8090
ext. 348.
“MOVING OUT! MOVING UP!, a credit/life skills workshop
for youth. Feb. 20 from 9:30-noon. Topics: “What Is a Credit
Report?; “What Are Credit Scores?” “Budgeting,” “Gross
Income vs. Net Income,” ”Future Homeowners of America,”
“Employment and Credit,” “Renting,” “Credit Cards and Bank
Accounts” and more. Info/registration: 610-518-1522, or
www.housingpartnershipcc.com.
11TH ANNUAL ADHD CONFERENCE. Feb. 25. West
Chester University. 9-1 p.m. Topic: “ADHD at Home, at Work
and in the Classroom.” Opening address by national and
international speaker Dr. Joyce Cooper-Kahn, co-author of
“Late, Lost and Unprepared.” Attendees can choose from eight
sessions, covering topics of interest for parents, professionals,
educators and adults with ADHD. Registration: www.wcupa.
edu/chadd. Brochure/mail-in registration: www.chadd.net/222
or www.groupspaces.com/ccmlchadd.
“SPEECH and LANGUAGE: THE KEY to CHILD
DEVELOPMENT.” Feb. 28. Valley Forge Educational Services,
1777 N. Valley Rd., Paoli. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Facilitator: Dr. James
Coplan will describe normal speech and language
development in young children, review the importance of
distinguishing between delayed speech and delayed language,
identify diagnostic implications of various patterns of speech or
language delay and discuss developmental disorders that
frequently present as “delayed speech” as well as best
practices for intervention. $10/family. Info/registration: www.
fes.net.
“HELP with the PARDON and EXPUNGEMENT
PROCESS.” Feb. 28. Coatesville Center For Community
Health, 1001 E. Lincoln Hwy. 4-6 p.m. Facilitated by Legal Aid
of Southeastern Pennsylvania. Bring a copy of your criminal
record with you.Help available to complete the necessary
forms for those who are eligible. Info/registration in advance to
[email protected], or 610-383-4612.
“AUTISM from the OUTSIDE IN.” March 6. The ARC of
Chester County, West Chester. 10-noon or 7-9 p.m. Facilitator:
Kathy Fox, autism specialist with The ARC. Review the
characteristics of autism and what the world sees in terms of
behaviors as a result of this complex disorder. Discussions
exploring the realities of families living with autism to increase
understanding of autism to help families cope with daily
challenges. Info/registration: Bobbie at 610-696-8090, ext.
200.
“JOURNEY THROUGH SPECIAL EDUCATION,”
CPARC’S 14th annual conference. March 24. Park Inn
Harrisburg-West, 5401 Carlisle Pike, Mechanicsburg. Keynote:
“Take Charge of Yout Future ... Choose Work” with the director
of IDD, Cumberland/Perry, and deputy administrator, Dauphin
County. Breakouts: “Behavior Management Basics,” “Preparing
for the College Experience,” “Making and Keeping Friends,”
“Educational interventions for Students with Asperger
Syndrome,” and more. Info/registration: www.cparc.org, Cindy
Adams/Pam Shenk at [email protected], or
(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.
PATTAN TRAININGS: www.pattan.net/profdev/training
calendar.aspx.
ACTIVITIES, SUPPORTS
for CHILDREN & TEENS
SENSORY FRIENDLY FILMS for families affected by
autism. AMC Painters Crossing Theater. Enjoy your favorite
films in a safe and accepting environment. The lights will be
up, the sound turned down and audience members are invited
to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing. To request sensory
friendly films in your area: contact AMC Entertainment
community relations or the Autism Society of America.
Feb. 25 at 10 a.m. – “The Secret World of Arrietty.”
March 10 at 10 a.m. – Dr. Seuss’ “The Lorax.”
April 7 at 10 a.m. – “Pirates! Band of Misfits.”
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.hawaii.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.
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.
H WE NOW OFFER A NEW EQUESTRIAN THERAPEUTIC VAULTING PROGRAM H
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
[email protected].
“DIVORCE: CHILDREN in the MIDDLE,” a skill-based
program to help middle school youth and their parents
minimize a child’s negative reaction to divorce. Ongoing. CIM
aims to reduce the parental conflict, loyalty pressures and
communication problems that can place significant stress on
children. Holcomb Behavioral Health Info/registration: Chrissie
at 484-444-0412, [email protected], or Luis
(bilingual) at [email protected].
“PARENTING WISELY.” Two-session program available in
two versions, for parents of young children (3-to-8 years) and
adolescents 10-to-18 years. Ongoing. PW provides multiple
solutions to common problem behaviors and critiques effective
and ineffective parenting methods. Holcomb Behavioral
Health. Info/registration: Chrissie 484-444-0412, cdziembo@
holcombbhs.org, or Luis (bilingual) at LBenites2@holcombbhs
.org.
“FORECLOSURE CONSULTATIONS,” offered by
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Delaware County Info:
800-989-2227, or www.cccsdv.org.
ADHD CHADD ONLINE PARENT TRAINING
CONFERENCES: www.CHADD.org/Content/CHADD/
Conferences_Training/ParenttoParentProgram/Online_Parent_
to_Parent_Class/.
ASCEND EVENTS: www.ascendgroup.org/.
CHADD AD/HD TRAININGS: Local — www.chadd.org/
222.
CHESTER COUNTY INTERMEDIATE UNIT COURSES:
www.cciu.org and click “courses.”
DPW OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAMS
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.
ACADEMICS. School-based academic support program
for ages 14-to-18 years. Call Coatesville Rotary at 610-3849196.
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 and
theater director, at 610-913-6018.
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
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aware of their diagnosis. $100 for six-month registration. Info:
Natalie Knochenhauer at 215-275-4978, [email protected],
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.
ART. EXPRESSIVE ARTS THERAPY GROUPS for
CHILDREN. Building Bridges, Media. Ages 5-to-9, and 10-to13 years. Monday evenings. Info: 484-574-2858, or debleoni
@comcast.net.
ART. FREE 12-WEEK ART CLASS for PEOPLE with
SPECIAL NEEDS. Wayne Art Center, 413 Maplewood Ave.,
Wayne. $25/materials. Info: 610-688-3553, www.wayneart.org,
or [email protected].
ART. SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE for ADULTS using
MH SERVICES to take music and art lessons from Merge
Education.Contact Mary Helen Rossi at 484-887-0377 to
receive scholarship application.
ASTHMA MANAGEMENT PROGRAM – “HEALTHY
HOOPS.” Program uses sports to promote health
management and education. Asthma screenings, parent
education, family fit program, environmental home check-up,
etc. For a video explanation of the program: visit
www.healthyhoopsprogram .com/solution/video.asp. Contact:
Flora Castillo at 888-765-4194 or flora.castillo@amerihealth
mercy.com.
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.
AUTISM. EQUESTRIAN THERAPEUTIC VAULTING for
children ages 7-to-12 years. Autism Speaks grant recipient
“Let’s Vault, Max” supports the development of social, motor
and sensory-processing skills, as well as horsemanship skills
and bonding between the horse and rider. Includes research
component in collaboration with Widener University physical
therapy department. Eleven-week vaulting sessions
Wednesday evenings Jan. 4-March 14. Info: Quest
Therapeutic Services at 610-692-6362 or www.Quest
Therapeutic.com.
AUTISM. SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
Center), in partnership with West Chester University. Nonprofit 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 610-430-5678.
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 an e-mail to ASD_Playgroup-subscribe@yahoo
groups.com.
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: 610666-1795.
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].
DANCE. DIANE MATTHEWS SCHOOL of DANCE, 315
Westtown Rd., Suite 9, West Chester. Dance opportunities for
youth with special needs ages 6-to-12 years. Contact the
studio to find out if the class is appropriate for your son or
daughter. Info: 610-692-3398. Web site: dianematthewsdance
.com.
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.
DIGITAL BOOKS: ACCESSIBLE INSTRUCTIONAL
MATERIALS.
• BOOKSHARE – District membership available free for
school district this year and next year. Application for iPod,
iPhone & iPad. Web site: www.bookshare.org/.
• LEARNINGALLY – District membership available
(formerly RFB&D) Application for iPod, iPhone & iPad. Web
site: www.learningally.org/.
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• CHESTER COUNTY LIBRARY has free audiobooks you
can download to MP3, iPod, IPhone, iPad and Android
devices. Info: http://overdrive.ccls.org
• AUDIBLE (a division of Amazon) has audio versions of
books and textbooks available for purchase. Web site:
www.audible.com/anon-home.
• PaTTAN – accessible instructional materials. Web site:
www.pattan.net/category/Resources/AIM%20Center/ .
• NOTE: Audio, digital or online versions may be available
directly from textbook publishers. Digital versions on a CD or
online versions can be used in conjunction with free screen
readers such as the text-to-speech feature built into all Mac
computers – see “Speech” in System Preferences to turn on
this feature or check out www.naturalreaders.com if you are
using a PC.
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/DriverEd200910.pdf or 484-237-5189.
EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS. The Luma Center for
Development and Learning, 1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern.
Supportive, small-group weekday programs for children ages
3-to-6 years. Info: 610-296-6725, ext. 183, info@luma
center.org, or www.lumacenter.org.
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: 610636-1575.
EXCEPTIONAL ADVENTURES: Dances for Teens (13-to21 years) with IDD. Peter’s Place Restaurant, 1199
Washington Pike, Bridgeville. 7-10 p.m. Info: www.
exceptionaladventures .com, 412-446-0713, or sblonski
@pfq.org.
FAITH-BASED-MH CONSUMERS ATTEND
TRADITIONAL SERVICES. Residents of long-term structured
residence in the northern part of Chester County are
welcomed for worship, food, and fellowship by the
congregation of Marsh Creek Church in Exton.
FEEDING. SPARC (Southeastern Pennsylvania Resource
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].
THE FOOT MINISTRY SUPPORT GROUP in SOUTHERN
CHESTER COUNTY. The FOOT ministry (Families
Overcoming Obstacles Together) is forming to help families
walk through these challenges together. The ministry is based
out of the Christian Life Center, New London Township. Info:
Allison Rafferty at 610-467-0064, or www.clcfamily.net.
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
GAMES. PAID ON-LINE GAMES:
• Fit Brains — www.fitbrains.com/
• Luminosity Brain Games — www.lumosity.com
SPECIAL NEEDS
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
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.
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 and ventilated for year-round use. Some
types of insurance reimbursable. Info: 610-692-6362, or Sandra
[email protected].
SCOUTING. GIRL SCOUTS OF EASTERN
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 parentchild 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 3-to-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.
PLAYGROUNDS – NO BORDERS. The YMCA of the Upper
Main Line. Play without limits. Info: Jennifer at 610-854-1625, or
[email protected].
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.
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: dalefish2000@aol.
com.
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. Email: [email protected].
SOCIAL SKILLS/EXECUTIVE FUNCTION. Clubs for 8-to-12
year-olds. Click-It Builders Club for boys and Create-It Club for
girls, offering opportunities to practice social interaction skills
and teamwork while having fun. The Luma Center for
Development and Learning. 1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern. Info:
610-296-6725, ext. 183. [email protected], or www.luma
center.org.
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.
Chester County/Main Line
CHADD’s
11th Annual Conference
Co-sponsored by West Chester University
Saturday, Feb. 25, 2012 • 9 am - 1 pm
“ADHD at Home, at Work and in the Classroom”
Earl F. Sykes Student Union
West Chester University
Opening address by national and international
speaker Dr. Joyce Cooper-Kahn,
co-author of “Late, Lost and Unprepared”
Attendees can choose from eight sessions
covering topics of interest for parents,
professionals, educators and adults with ADHD
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. SAY IT STRAIGHT: An interactive,
energetic, 10-lesson, evidence-based program for elementary,
middle and high school students, focusing on empowering
communication skills and behaviors. Great anti-bullying
strategies. Holcomb Behavioral Health. Info/registration: Chrissie
at 484-444-0412, [email protected], or Luis (bilingual)
at [email protected].
SOCIAL SKILLS. “SPECTRUM KIDS CAN.” Play with
peers in a non-judgmental setting and use and improve
socialization skills. All ages welcome. First Sunday each month.
The Annex of the Henrietta Hankin Library, 215 Windgate Dr.,
Chester Springs. 2-4 pm.. No registration required. Info: 610321-1724, or [email protected].
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 610-5652353.
SOCIAL SKILLS. YOUNG CHILDREN GROUP (4-to-6year-olds). Wayne. Second Saturday each month. 8:45-10 a.m.
Info: Dale Fisher at 610-668-8890. E-mail: dalefish2000@aol
.com.
SPORTS. COATESVILLE AREA LITTLE LEAGUE. Little
League baseball program for ages 5-to-18 years. Info: Pat 610384-5689.
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 [email protected].
HOMEWORK. THE GARAGE COMMUNITY & YOUTH
CENTER OPENING. Kennett Square and West Grove
locations. Open Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m.; homework-only
hours Monday-Thursday 6-7 p.m. It’s the only place in Kennett
and West Grove that is open just for middle and high school
students. It’s free, it’s fun and its for real. The Garage is a place
to come after school to get help with your homework, use a
computer, play a game of pool, or participate in activities hosted
by the groups that meet here. Info: 610-444-6464, Maggie@
garageyouthcenter.org, or www.garageyouthcenter.org.
FEBRUARY 2012
SPORTS. WEST BRADFORD YOUTH ATHLETICS
CHALLENGER SOCCER. Soccer leagues for children with
special needs ages 7-to-21 years. WBYA soccer fields. Starting
in April with games on Saturday for one hour. Info/registration:
John Gallagher at 610-486-6842, or [email protected].
Volunteer and sponsorship opportunities are available.
For the complete brochure or mail-in registration,
visit us at www.chadd.net/222 or
www.groupspaces.com/ccmlchadd
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 respitenetwork@
comcast.net.
RESPITE. FUN CLUB for ages 6-to-12 years meets one
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.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE. BABES (Beginning Awareness Basic
Education Studies). A seven-lesson program on ATOD (alcohol,
tobacco and other drugs) for K-to-2 grade students uses
interactive dialogue among hand-puppets. BABES is
implemented in elementary schools and after-school/community
programs via trained presenters and coordinated by Holcomb.
Info/registration: Chrissie at 484-444-0412, cdziembo@
holcombbhs.org, or Luis (bilingual) at LBenites2@holcombbhs
.org.
SUBSTANCE ABUSE. PROJECT ALERT, a nationally
recognized seven-lesson program gives middle school students
insight, understanding and actual skills for resisting substance
use. Holcomb Behavioral Health. Info/registration: Chrissie at
484-444-0412, [email protected], or Luis (bilingual) at
[email protected].
SUBSTANCE USE. Four-session program aimed at middle
and high school students who have been identified as having
substance use issues in the family. Educational and reflective
activities help children cope with stresses of family problems and
strengthen their resilience. Holcomb Behavioral Health.
Info/registration: Chrissie 484-444-0412, cdziembo@holcomb
bhs.org, or Luis (bilingual) at [email protected].
SWIMMING. SPLASH, a free water safety experience,
presented by Dansko for children in first through eighth grade.
Kennett Area Community Pool, Walnut Street, Kennett Square.
4:45 p.m., 5:45 p.m. or 6:45 p.m. Transportation provided.
Info/registration: Lolly Hallman at 610-444-9622, ext. 2319, or
Lenda at ext. 2317.
SWIMMING. Y-KNOT OTTER SWIM TEAM. The YMCA of
the Upper Main LIne, Berwyn. For youth 4-to-18 years of age
with physical and physiological challenges. Helps build
confidence and self esteem. Info/registration: Jennifer at 610854-1625, or [email protected].
THEATER. CHILDREN’S THEATER. Children’s theater
program for ages 11-to-14 years. Info: Rev. Sherry at 610-3844771.
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TUTORING/ACADEMIC SUPPORT. The Luma Center for
Development and Learning, 1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern. Private
coaching and academic/study skills support groups. Info: 610296-6725, ext. 183, [email protected], or
www.lumacenter.org.
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].
VOCATIONAL/GED-CAREER LINK. Adult, GED
preparation, vocational training, resume writing, computer
workshops and Job Corp for ages 16-to-adult. Info: 610-3849393.
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].
VOCATIONAL/GED-CAREER LINK. Adult, GED
preparation, vocational training, resume writing, computer
workshops and Job Corp for ages 16-to-adult. Info: 610-3849393.
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.rejoicing spirits.org. All
faiths are welcome.
SUPPORT/ADVOCACY GROUPS
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.
THE 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.
THE 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.
ADDICTION. DRUG AND ALCOHOL SUPPORT LINE for
FAMILY MEMBERS OF ADDICTS. 215-736-1643.
ADDICTION. WEST CHESTER AREA PARENT SUPPORT
GROUP meets every Tuesday. Westminster Presbyterian
Church, West Chester. 7-9 p.m. For parents whose children have
been impacted by addiction. A place to find support and
encouragement. Info: Lyle and Deidre at 610-793-3446, or Bob
and Sue at 610-563-1706 or [email protected].
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].
AUTISM ALLIANCE MEETING. Chester County
Intermediate Unit, Boot Road, Downingtown. 6:30-8:30 p.m. Info:
www.autismallianceofchestercounty.org. Ask about Parents’ Night
Out events. Email: aacc@autismallianceof chestercounty.org.
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/.
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.
CHESTER COUNTY COLLABORATIVE BOARD. Service
providers, community, parents addressing issues involving
children/ families. Info: Kathy Brauner at 610-344-5262.
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 SUPPORT GROUP — OXFORD AREA. Mondays
at Oxford Presbyterian Church. 6-8:30 p.m. For anyone who
cares about someone with autism. Facilitated by a graduate
student from Lincoln University. Info: Margaret at mcortlessa@
zoominternet.net, or 484-886-7531.
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
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.
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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
parents of adopted children. Meets second Tuesday each month.
Room 339, Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd,
West Chester. 7-9 p.m. Info: dckuchlak@aol .com; 610-2809555, ext. 3; Nancy at 610-255-3664, or [email protected].
Web site: www.attachmentdisorderhelp .homestead.com, and
www.attachmentdisorder.net.
APRAXIA SUPPORT GROUP. Info/dates/times: Wendy at
[email protected] or Lia at [email protected].
ASCEND (Asperger’s and autism support). Info: Deirdre at
610-449-6776, [email protected], or www.ascend
group.org.
ATTACHMENT DISORDER NETWORK ONLINE SUPPORT.
E-mail: [email protected] or julieb@radzebra .org.
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/.
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.
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.
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.
FOSTER CARE. Information for those interested in
becoming foster parents. Friends Association, West Chester.
Info/registration: Melrena Flowers at 610-431-3598, ext. 209.
FRAGILE X SYNDROME SUPPORT. The Elwyn Fragile X
Center, 111 Elwyn Rd., Elwyn. Info: 610-891-2349,
www.elwyngenetics.org, or [email protected].
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS/ADVOCACY COMMITTEE of
THE ARC OF CHESTER COUNTY. The ARC of Chester County,
West Chester. Info: 610-696-8090, ext. 220.
ADHD,
Dyslexia,
FEB.
16 at Asperger’s
7 p.m.
and other learning disabilities.
GRANDFAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets the first and third
Fridays each month.Government Services Center, 601 Westtown
Rd., West Chester. 7-8:30 p.m. 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). Teen and children’s
activities provided. Info: Kathy Boyd at 610-344-5890.
PARENT EVENT
FUNCTIONAL NEUROLOGY ASSESSMENT
Laura Ellis, Altoona Pa, travels 3 times a week,
SENSORY
4 hrs. each wayMOTOR EXERCISES
COGNITIVE
EXERCISES
NUTRITION
“This program
has been life &
changing
for
Grace and our family,” she says
GREAT VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICT PARENTS of
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: SADDS
[email protected].
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.
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].
ADOLESCENT SUPPORT GROUP. E-mail: Lvandivner@
aol.com. CHILDREN'S SUPPORT PROGRAM. E-mail: pkfunk
@verizon.net.
educators and the community at-large. Sign up with our Yahoo
group to receive regular information about this group:
http://groups.yahoo.com/ group /dasdspecialedsupport,
dasdspecialedsupport@yahoo groups.com. Info: Paulette
[email protected], or 610-363-0127.
10 years of proven success
ADULTS with PHYSICAL DISABILITIES SUPPORT
GROUP. For young/older adults to share information support,
socialization, resources. Info: 610-524-5850. E-mail:
[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.
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RSVP 610-688-2700
www.brainbalancecenters.com
Square. Info: Honey at 610-405-5388, or honey.rinicella@
tacanow.org. Web site: www.tacanow.org.
BETTER LIVING BETTER LIVES meets the fourth
Wednesday each month. The ARC, West Chester. 7 p.m. Group
of families meet monthly to work toward a more independent life
for their family members who need 24/7 support. Join us. Info:
[email protected].
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.
• Downingtown CTC meets the third Tuesday at Lionville
Community YMCA. Info: Elena Seeman at 610-458-9090, 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.
CONCERNED PARENTS of PHOENIXVILLE AREA
SCHOOL DISTRICT. Info: CPPASD, Box 633, Phoenixville,
Pa.,19460, or [email protected].
DOWNINGTOWN AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT’S SPECIAL
EDUCATION PARENT SUPPORT GROUP. March 12 and May
14. DASD Administration Building, 540 Trestle Place,
Downingtown, Room B. 7-9 p.m. Do you think your child may
have a disability that requires special education services? Do you
wonder how to make sense of the world of special education? Do
you wish you could network with other parents who are involved
in the special education process? You are not alone. We provide
a network in which parents of children with special needs have
access to relevant information, training and emotional support;
and encourage an atmosphere of effective communication,
understanding and mutual respect among all students, parents,
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].
MH. COMPEER of CHESTER COUNTY. MH friendship
program. Info: www.compeerChesco.org or 610-436-4445.
MH. COMMUNITY SUPPORT PROGRAM. Meets the first
Wednesday at Peer Support Center, West Chester. Noon-2 p.m.
Info: 610-344-7049.
MH. CONSUMER PEER SUPPORT CENTER. West
Chester School District Administration Building, 825 Paoli Pike,
West Chester. Recovery resources, WRAP, CPS and Common
Ground trainings, employment counseling, support groups, etc.
Info: 610-429-1702.
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 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 March
— “Question, Persuade, Refer, Suicide Prevention.” Info: 484947-5643. Web site: www.chester.nami.org. NAMI Chester
County Hotline: 610-430-0177.
NAMI CHESTER COUNTY HELPLINE. Info: 610-430-0177.
NAMI CONSUMER SUPPORT/DEPRESSION-BIPOLAR
ALLIANCE meets Monday from 9:30-10:45 a.m. Info: 610-4207330.
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GREAT VALLEY/WEST CHESTER
FEBRUARY 2012
‘PB & J for MLK’
The General Wayne Elementary School, Great Valley, community gathered on
Jan. 19 to make lunches for the hungry in Chester County. Students made
peanut butter and jelly sandwiches, packaged cookies and snacks and
decorated lunch bags. The Great Valley High School National Honor Society
joined the elementary school in its efforts to make 610 lunches for area
organizations. The lunches were delivered to service agencies within Chester
County. This year marked the 10th anniversary of the ‘PB & J for MLK’ service
project at General Wayne. Food and materials were donated by members of
the General Wayne Elementary School community, with additional support by
the school’s Parent Teacher Organization. The event was organized by the
Student Council, service club and General Wayne teachers.
Magic Kingdom performance
Members of the West Chester Bayard Rustin High School ‘Golden Knights’
Marching Band became stars of their own Disney show in December when
they traveled to the Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World Resort in Florida to
take part in a Disney performing arts program. Dance groups, choirs,
ensembles and marching bands from around the world apply to perform each
year as part of Disney Performing Arts at both the Disneyland and the Walt
Disney World resorts. Once selected, they are given the opportunity to perform
at the resort for an international audience of theme park guests.
District benefits from a new web site presence
The West Chester Area School District
has launched a new web site presence for
all 16 of its school buildings as well as
for the district’s central web site.
The new sites are hosted by Edline, a
leading educational Internet company. In
creating fresh new school and district
web sites, several key goals were
accomplished. More than 11,800 student
families, as well as district staff
members, rely on the web sites for
important news, grades, schedules, links
and other information.
The district has benefitted in a number
of ways by using Edline, the most
important of which has been the login
step for users which includes password
protection. Access to student images and
information is well guarded, protecting
the interests of the students and families.
Dr. Jim Scanlon, superintendent of
schools, said, “The changes to our web
presence reflect just one part of the
ongoing program over the past two years
to continually improve communications
with our families and community.”
Uniformity of layout and navigation is
now part of each site within the Edline
format across all schools and grade
levels. Families with more than one
student in the district, attending various
schools, will now find it easier to use
multiple sites and locate desired
information.
The manner in which parents access
sections with student information will
not change, nor will the secure password
functions that have become a norm in
district web site use.
Dr. June Garwin, district’s director of
information technology, said, “The look
and function of the web sites are fresh
and efficient, and I should compliment
our team for accomplishing so much in a
short period of time to overhaul all 17
web sites.”
Another key feature of the new Edline
format allows individual departments to
manage their respective sections and
pages. This allows for more rapid and
accurate information updates by staff.
The district had previously been able to
reduce the number of district webmaster
positions from 16 (one for each school)
to just four because of the change in
workload responsibilities through Edline.
The main district site can be accessed
at www.wcasd.net and links to the 16
school web sites can be found on the
district homepage.
Special needs
7-9 p.m. Call ahead: 610-296-8036.
Wednesdays. Phoenixville area. 7-9 p.m. Info: 610-415-0920.
NAMI KENNETT SQUARE/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.
“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].
SYSTEM of CARE ADVISORY TEAM. Government
Services Center, 601 Westtown Rd., West Chester. Info:
[email protected].
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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. 7-8:30 p.m. MH facilitator
attends. Call ahead. Info: 484-947-5643.
NAMI GRIEF and LOSS from MH FAMILY and FRIENDS
SUPPORT GROUP meets the second Thursday each month.
Held at private home. 7:30-9:30 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 FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP. Phoenixville. Meets the
second Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. at new location in
Phoenixville. MH facilitator attending. Call ahead at 484-9475643.
NAMI SUPPORT GROUP for FAMILIES AFFECTED by
BORDERLINE PERSONALITY\DISORDER. Info: 610-6470177.
NAMI WEST CHESTER AREA meets the first Wednesday
from 7-9:30 p.m. Call for location. Info: 484-947-5643.
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].
PENNSYLVANIA EDUCATION for ALL COALITION, INC.
Chapter meetings, on-line, parent consultant network. Info: Diane
Perry at 215-204-3031.
PENNSYLVANIA FAMILY SUPPORT ALLIANCE. Support
and education group meets at CYWA in Coatesville. Info: 610384-9591.
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.
REACTIVE ATTACHMENT DISORDER /DIFFICULTIES
PARENT SUPPORT GROUP. Lincoln University area. Info:
Nancy at 610-255-3664 or [email protected].
NAMI PAOLI/EASTERN CHESTER COUNTY REGIONAL
FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP meets the fourth Wednesday from
RECOVERY, INTERNATIONAL. Support group for adults
seeking self-help addressing nervous symptoms and fears.
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: starfish@starfish
advocacy.org.
SUICIDE. CHESTER COUNTY YOUTH SUICIDE
PREVENTION TASK FORCE. COAD, Exton. 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.
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: Peggy at 484571-6725, or mccaughern@yahoo .com.
EXPLORE YOUR RESOURCES
“AGENCY with CHOICE” program for IDD waiver
services. Program offers more control/choice over the
services your family member with IDD receives via his/her ISP
and the provider of IDD services. Info: AWC program director
Kari Burdeau at 610-696-8090, ext. 241, or kburdeau@arcof
chestercounty.org.
EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS. The Regional
Vulnerable Populations Outreach Project reaches out to
organizations that serve vulnerable populations, providing
them with information, education and trainings on emergency
preparedness as well as materials. Info: [email protected].
www.chesco.org, www.redcross.org, www.nod.org (key word:
emergency preparedness materials), or www.bt.cdc.gov/
mentalhealth/.
—Compiled by Connie Mohn, The ARC of Chester County
KENNETT
FEBRUARY 2012
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Greenwood students
sing about reading
Over the winter months, first grade
students at Greenwood Elementary
School, Kennett, delved deeper into their
favorite stories and the authors behind
them with the assistance of Rick
Waterhouse, a songwriter and former
teacher.
Each class begins The Author Project
by selecting an author, and spending
time not only reading books by their
chosen author, but also focusing on the
author’s writing and illustration styles.
After students had spent time learning
about the writing styles of their chosen
authors, Waterhouse visited each
classroom to make a presentation on
their author’s life. The first graders then
created their own pieces of writing and
art inspired by their authors.
“My class chose Lois Ehlert this year,
and we made geometric animals inspired
by her collage work,” said first grade
teacher Maureen Keitch. “It was a fun
way for the students to understand her
style of illustration.
“This project was an excellent
scaffold to expose children to new
genres of writing,” she said. “It gave
them a chance to really understand the
writer’s craft and inspiration.”
Waterhouse returned to each
classroom a second time to teach the
students an original song about their
author.
“The students absolutely love to sing
and perform, and this is a nice way to
incorporate singing into the curriculum,”
said Keitch. “It is fun to see the kids go
home after the presentation and ask to
read books by different authors that they
learned about.”
The Author Project culminated in a
grade-wide assembly where students in
each class had the opportunity to share
facts that they learned about their
authors with their friends, parents and
teachers. And, of course, the students
performed the songs they learned from
Waterhouse.
This is the fourth year that Waterhouse
has run The Author Project at
Greenwood Elementary School. A
children’s performer, guitarist and
puppeteer, he taught first and third
graders in the Christiana School District
in Newark, Del., for 30 years.
“Greenwood Elementary School has a
great group of kids. It is always fun
when I walk into a classroom and the
children are so excited about learning
their songs,” said Waterhouse. “I am not
sure who has more fun with The Author
Project – me or the children.”
•
New Garden Elementary School. On
Jan. 4-5, presenters from The Crime
Victims’ Center of Chester County
visited all classrooms at New Garden
Elementary School, Kennett, to discuss
and educate students about all aspects of
Songwriter Rick Waterhouse, a former teacher, sings an original song to students
in Maureen Keitch’s class at Greenwood Elementary School, Kennett. This is the
fourth year that Waterhouse has spearheaded The Author Project at the school.
bullying.
School officials stressed how
important it is that students be aware of
what bullying is and how to prevent and
address it should it happen. During the
presentation, students listened to stories,
played games and role-played. The
program used in grades one and two
used a primary prevention approach,
which involved teaching and
encouraging welcoming behaviors to
prevent bullying before it starts.
Third through fifth grade programs
addressed conflict-resolution strategies,
as well as the importance of bystanders
in bullying situations.
(This story was submitted for
publication by Krisp Communications,
Gilbertsville, the official communication
consultant of record for the Kennett
Consolidated School District.)
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Monday, Feb. 20 for ages 9-to-12 years
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Session II — Pitching Clinic from 1-4 p.m.
Monday, Feb. 20 for ages 9-to-12 years
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from 11-noon for 7-to-9-year-olds
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from 6-7 p.m. from 7-to-9-year-olds
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from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for 7- and 8-year-olds
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from 10-11 a.m. for 10-to-12-year-olds
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from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for 9- and 10-year-olds
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from 10-11 a.m. for 10-to-12-year-olds
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from 7:30-8:30 p.m. for 11- and 12-year-olds
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from noon-1 p.m. for 10-to-12-year-olds
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from 7-8 p.m. from 10-to-12-year-olds
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lifeguarding, karate, tennis, dance and golf.
Adventure Camp combines traditional day
camp with two off-site trips for children
ages 9-to-15 years old.
Tuition: Early bird discounts offered if
registered and paid in full by April 11. Visit
www.acac.com for more information.
Ages: For ages 3-to-15 years
Dates and Times: Full- and half-day
weekly camps from June 13-Aug. 26.
Miscellaneous: Parents may send
campers with a bag lunch or purchase a
lunch package. One drop-off and pick-up
location for parent convenience. Beforeand after-care included in camp day. Large,
spacious campus plus air conditioned
facility for campers' enjoyment.
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BRANDYWINE BATTLEFIELD PARK
SUMMER HISTORY CAMP
P.O. Box 202, Chadds Ford
610-459-3342
www.brandywinebattlefield.org
Program and Events: Military camp
activities related to the life of an 18th
century soldier; outside cooking
demonstration; and capture-the-flag game.
Tuition: $180/members; $200/nonmembers per week. July 4 week (Thursday
and Friday camp days) $100; afternoon
camps $100.
Ages: For grades K-7.
Dates and Times: Monday-Friday morning
sessions from 9-1 p.m. and afternoon
sessions 1-4 p.m. July 5-6 from 9-3 p.m.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Our popular camp is
attended year after year by many of our
children who start in kindergarten and
continue through seventh grade. We offer a
change to not only learn about our history
but to experience it.
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BRANDYWINE YMCA
295 Hurley Rd., West Brandywine
610-380-YMCA
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Let your child’s
imagination soar at a Y day camp this
summer. Full- and half-day camp options
include: Kinder Kamp, Camp Brandywine
Day Camp, Teen Adventure Camp, Babysitter
Blast Camp, tennis camp, fencing camp,
skateboard camp, Musical Creations Camp,
photography and scrapbooking camp and
more. Kids love the YMCA’s 30-acre campus
that includes a swimming pool with water
slide, ball fields and more.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance available.
Ages: Preschool through 15 years.
Dates and Times: June 11 through Aug.
24 from 9-4 p.m. Extended care option is
available from 7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: Brandywine YMCA
summer camp features easy drive up/drop
off and pick up. No membership required
to sign up for camp. Visit www.ymcabwv
.org to download a summer camp guide.
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Green Valleys
Green Valleys Association at Welkinweir, 1368 Prizer Rd., Pottstown (North
Coventry Township), offers summer nature day camps for youngsters from
age 4-through-14 years. Campers will discover nature through hands-on
projects and activities and exploration of fields, forests and waterways to
help further their understanding and respect for the natural world. For more
information, call 610-469-8646 or visit www.greenvalleys.org.
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Register online, at the YMCA, by mail or by
phone (610-380-YMCA).
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BUILDING BLOCKS SUMMER DAY CAMPS
9 S. Bacton Hill Rd., Malvern
610-644-1096
www.buildingblocksdaycamps.com
Summer Day Camps
Programs and Events: Boys and girls
participate in age-appropriate sports,
developing basic and advanced skills and
playing games. Practical learning and fun are
a major part of the summer camp. Each day
will focus on sports, crafts and recreation,
providing children opportunities to choose
different activities and participate in a wide
range of programs. Special events and field
trips available.
Discovery Camp
Programs and Events: Campers
participate in fun, educational and
recreational camps. Activities include arts
and crafts, drama/theater, music and
performance, science and nature, creative
arts, and film and video.
Arts and Crafts Camp
Programs and Events: Action-packed
days with individual choice activities,
including arts, crafts, games, puppet
making, clay projects, painting, and more.
Dance Camp
Programs and Events: We keep these
little dancers hopping with a varied
schedule of short dance classes alternating
with recreational activities.
Sports camps
Programs and Events: Campers are
placed in age-appropriate groups and learn
basic skills and rules. They enjoy games,
friendly competition and fun. Swimming is a
fun part of each camp. A qualified camp
team comprised of coaches, educators and
college athletes, with a low camper-toinstructor ratio.
All camps
Ages: Boys and girls 5-to-12 years old.
Dates and Times: Full-day and half-day
options. One-week sessions from June 18Aug. 31. Half-day 8:30-noon or 1-4:30 p.m.;
full-day 8:30-4:30. Free extended care from
7-8:30 a.m. and 4:30-6 p.m. Lunch program
is available.
Miscellaneous: Save on tuition by
enrolling early. Pay for any weeks in full by
April 30 and receive a 10 percent discount.
Discounts for second child. Lunch program
available. For more information, or to
register, call 610-644-1096, or visit us to
receive a brochure and registration form.
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CAMP JCC DAY CAMP
101 Garden of Eden Rd., (Talleyville)
Early Childhood Camps
Traditional Camps
O Sports Camps
O Specialty Camps
O Teen & Travel Camps
O New
O Daily Swimming
O Summer Swim Team
O Bus Transportation
O Extended Camp Options
O And So Much More
O
Sunday, March 18, 2012
1:30-3:30 p.m.
+ Performance by “Silly Joe”
+ Moon Bounce
+ Face Painting
+ Climbing Wall
+ Free Food & Raffle
+ All New
Free of Charge!
Open to Everyone!
Contact Us for a Full Brochure!
COLONIAL PENNSYLVANIA
PLANTATION
Ridley Creek State Park, Media
610-566-1725
www.colonialplantation.org
101 Garden of Eden Road O Off Route 202
North Wilmington O 302-478-5660
Voted Best
Children’s Camp in
Chester County!
-Parent’s Choice
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Dates:
Children Entering Grades
2-3: June 25-29
4-6: July 16-20
7-9: July 30-August 3
Camp Carnival
Visit us online www.siegeljcc.org
Wilmington, Del.
(302) 478-5660
www.siegeljcc.org/camps
E-mail: [email protected]
Contact: Jeremy Weiser
Program and Events: Camp JCC offers a
variety of programs to meet all campers
needs from early childhood camps to
traditional day camps to sports and
specialty camps to teen travel programs.
Campers learn swimming, arts and crafts,
nature, Judaics, archery, drama, Israeli
culture, songs, dance and more. New
customized camp schedule for grades 4through-7, instructional swim program, JCC
Sharks Summer Swim Team and new
“Jcade,” an arcade-style facility using the
latest interactive fitness technology. Large
outdoor pool complex with 50-foot long
water slide, indoor rock climbing wall,
Give your child a one of a kind
experience as they relive history
in our one week day camp s!
Camp JCC
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FEBRUARY 2012
Great Valley Nature Center
Summer Nature Camps
-Trailrompers
(ages
(ages 4-5)
3-5)
-Elementary Explorers
(ages 6-7, 8-10)
-Youth Adventure
(ages 10-12)
-Enviro-trek
(ages 12-14)
-Nature themed, FUN and educational
-Half/full/overnight travel camps
-Small groups
-Pre- and after-camp extended hours
Great Valley Nature Center
Rt. 29 & Hollow Road - Devault
(3 miles from Malvern - 2 miles from Phoenixville)
ADVENTURE CAMPS FOR AGES 10 - 14
Canoeing, Kayaking, Rock Climbing, Water
Adventures, Horseback Riding, Paintball, Ocean
Exploring, Camping, Live Animals and More!
610.935.9777 - www.gvnc.org - [email protected]
For more information please call, download a detailed brochure from our website, or email us :
Weekly Outdoor Adventures
For Boys and Girls
Ages 4-14
June 18 through
Aug. 17, 2012
For more details and
to register for camps,
visit www.greenvalleys.org
or call 610-469-8646
Green Valleys Association and
Welkinweir are located at 1368
Prizer Road, Pottstown, in scenic
East Nantmeal Township
in northern Chester County.
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SUMMER 2012
amphitheater, shaded pavilions, nature and
art center, adventure ropes challenge
course, sports fields and tennis courts, sand
volleyball court, nature trails through
Brandywine Creek State Park, airconditioned group areas, state-of-the-art
early childhood center, full court
gymnasium, auditorium and indoor pool.
Tuition: Fees based on program
selection.
Ages: Co-ed programs for children ages
2-to-14 years.
Dates and Times: One-to-eight-week
sessions June 18-Aug. 10 from 9-4 p.m.
Extended care from 7:15-9 a.m. and 4-5:45
p.m. available. Pre- and post-camp options
also available.
Transportation: Bus transportation
available at no additional charge,
Miscellaneous: Registration deadline
June 1, or later based on space availability.
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CAMP LEO
Lionville Community YMCA
100 Devon Dr., Exton
610-363-9622
www.lionvilleymca.org
Programs and Events: Full-day kinder
camp for children 3-to-5-years old and day
camp for 6-to-15-year-olds. Specialty camps
include full-day and half-day programs in
arts, dance and nature. Sports camps
include basketball, tennis, golf and
aquatics.
Tuition: Financial assistance is available.
Contact the YMCA for information.
Dates and Times: June 4-Aug. 24. Oneand two-week sessions. Full- and half-day
options. (9-4 p.m.) Before- and after-camp
extended hours are available.
Miscellaneous: For more information,
BRANDYWINE BATTLEFIELD
Summer History Camp 2012
Chadds Ford
Weeks available starting
June 25, 2012
with newly added
afternoon sessions available.
See website (ushistory.org/brandywine)
for more details and registration form.
Phone: 610-459-3342, ext. 3006
FEBRUARY 2012
visit lionvilleymca.org.
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CAMP UMLY
Upper Main Line YMCA
1416 Berwyn-Paoli Rd., Berwyn
610/647-9622
www.umly.org
Programs and Events: Full-day and halfday camps for children 2 1/2 years and
older. Traditional day camp headlines our
offerings while specialty camps in arts,
nature and sports round out our summer
program. Old favorites like fishing and
tennis and our overnight camps sell out
quickly, so register early.
Dates and Times: Early sessions for
younger children begin May 28. Most camps
run June 18-Aug. 10.
Miscellaneous: For more information,
visit umly.org.
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CHESTER VALLEY DANCE ACADEMY, LLC
“PRINCESS WEEK & MIX IT UP”
& “ACTING WEEK”
130 S. Village Ave., Lionville
610-594-2771
chestervalleydanceacademy.com
Programs and Events: Students are
instructed in tap, jazz, ballet, acting, arts
and crafts, hair and makeup with a
demonstration at the end of the week.
Ages: 4-to-9 years.
Dates and Times: “Princess Week & Mix It
Up” (July 9-13)l “Acting Week” (Aug 13-17)
from 9-12:30 p.m. Summer Dance Session
(July 9-Aug. 16) features ballet, tap, jazz,
hip-hop, modern and Irish step dancing as
well as the theatre program which teaches
voice, acting and theatre dance. Every
student participating in the theatre program
will perform in an in-house performance in
August.
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LIONVILLE COMMUNITY YMCA
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Full and half day options for kids 3 to 15
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CFS SUMMER DAY CAMP
1001 E. Lincoln Hwy., Exton
610-363-9622, ext. 2245
www.umly.org/cfs
Programs and Events: A safe, noncompetitive program where campers are
encouraged to have fun, meet new friends
and enjoy new experiences. Activities
include swimming, sports, arts and crafts,
tennis, soccer, basketball, nature,
computers, archery and performing arts.
Ages: For ages 4 1/2-to-12 years (age
four by Jan. 1, 2012).
Dates and Times: Full session (six weeks)
from June 25-Aug. 3; first session (three
weeks) June 25-July 13; second session
(three weeks) July 15-Aug.3. Plus, flexible
two-week options June 25-Aug. 3.
Miscellaneous: This is our 37th summer
serving Chester County families.
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COLONIAL PENNSYLVANIA PLANTATION
SUMMER CAMP
Ridley Creek State Park, Media
610-566-1725
www.colonialplantation.org
Program and Events: Summer camps
offer an exciting way for your child to
spend a portion of their summer. Through
hands-on activities, like open hearth
cooking, to a variety of 18th century crafts,
your child will get to learn about history
and colonial life through a camp that is
interactive, educational, and most of all,
fun.
Tuition: $250/week; family memberships
receive a 10 percent discount.
Ages: Co-ed camp for children entering
grades two through nine.
Dates and Times: Children entering
grades two and three — June 25-29;
grades four-to-six — July 16-20; and grades
seven-to-nine — July 30- Aug. 3. All camps
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9-3 p.m. Late pick up available by
arrangement.
Transportation: None
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DARLINGTON ARTS CENTER’S
CULTURAL SUMMER ARTS CAMP 2012
WORLD CELEBRATIONS: ARTS FESTIVALS
AROUND the GLOBE!
977 Shavertown Rd., Garnet Valley
610-358-3632
www.darlingtonarts.org
Program and Events: The arts are used in
community celebrations in every culture
around the world. Tap into the festive spirit
of these artistic events at Darlington Arts
Center’s 2012 Cultural Summer Arts Camp.
Each camp will explore music, visual art,
dance and drama from different cultures, as
presented in arts festivals world-wide.
Students will gain the benefit of learning
about diverse cultures and art forms while
staying close to home under the direction
of professional teaching artists. Small groups
ensure campers individualized attention
and encouragement.
Ages: For ages 3-to-14 years; campers
are divided into groups by age.
Dates, Times and Tuition: Camps offered
weekly from June 18-Aug. 24. Full-day arts
camps are 9-3 p.m. Monday-Friday, and
cost $275-300/week. Preschool arts camps
are 9:30-noon and have three options each
week — two days (Tuesday-Thursday,
$50/week); three days a week (MondayWednesday-Friday, $75/week); or five days
a week (Monday-Friday, $125/week).
Extended day is available for every age
group (including preschool “Lunch Bunch”).
Early registration (prior to March 15) and
sibling discounts are available.
Camp Dates and Themes: June 18-22
— “Chinese Spring Festival” (preschool for
ages 3-to-5 years; full day for ages 5-to-7);
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AT PHOENIXVILLE
(P) 610.933.8860
400 E. Pothouse Rd.
Phoenixville, PA 19460
REGISTER EARLY
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KIDS A7
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
KIDS A8
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“Art Intensive” (visual art only; full day for
ages 8-to-13).
June 25-29 — “Carnaval” (preschool for
ages 3-to-5; full day for ages 5-to-7); “Art
Intensive” (visual art only; full day for ages
8-to-13).
July 2-3 — “Cherry Blossom Festival”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5 MondayTuesday, $50; full day for ages 5-to-7 and
8-to-12 for $110).
July 5-6 — “White Nights Festival”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5 Thursday-Friday,
$50; full day for ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12
for $110).
July 9-13 — “Red Earth Native American
Festival” (preschool for ages 3-to-5; full
day for ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12).
July 16-20 — “Bali Arts Festival”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5; full day for
ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12).
July 23-27 — “Fiesta del Fuego”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5; full day for
ages 5-to-7); “Art Intensive” (visual art
only; full day for ages 8-to-13).
July 30-Aug. 3 — “Aloha Festival”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5; full day for
ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12).
Aug. 6-10 — “Festival of the Sahara”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5; full day for
ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12).
Aug. 13-17 — “Festival of Lights”
(preschool for ages 3-to-5; full day for
ages 5-to-7 and 8-to-12).
Aug. 20-24 — “Art Intensive” (visual art
only; full day for ages 5-to-8 and 9-to-13);
“Paper Bag Princess: Stories for Strong
Girls” (performing arts; full day for ages 9to-14).
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EAGLE CENTER for LEARING
SUMMER LEARNING PROGRAMS
FEBRUARY 2012
64 N. Pottstown Pike, Suite 1
Chester Springs
610-458-2005
Programs and Events: Small group
instruction in reading, math and writing for
ages first-to-fifth grade. Private tutoring in
all subjects for ages K-12.
Tuition: Call for package rates. Pay in
full by June 1 and receive 10 percent
discount.
Dates and Times: Sessions available
beginning June 18.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Enrichment programs
also available. We are located on Rt. 100
in Eagle, across from the Wawa
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ESF SUMMER CAMPS
at MONTGOMERY SCHOOL
Summer: 1141 Rt. 113, Chester Springs
Winter: P.O. Box 505
Haverford, Pa., 19041
610-581-7100
Programs and Events: Day camp for
boys and girls ages 3-to-8 years offers arts
and crafts, swimming, sports, music and
drama, world cultures, science, martial
arts, archery, theme days, special events
and much more. Sports camp for boys and
girls ages 6-to-14 years offers instruction
and league games in soccer, basketball,
baseball, street hockey, lacrosse, team
handball, football and golf. Swimming is
available daily.
Senior Camp, for boys and girls ages 9to-15 years, is designed to broaden the
horizons of the older camper. We offer art,
swimming, sports, archery, martial arts,
fencing, “True Life Adventures” into the
worlds of outdoor adventure, drama, music
production, digital photography, ESF
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• Arts & Crafts
• Canoeing
• Gymnastics
• ATVs
• Special Event Days
• Instructional & Free Swim Daily
Oxford, PA • June 25th – August 17th
• Go-Karts
REGISTER TODAY!
• Archery
Limited Space is Available • 888-477-CAMP
• Laser Tag
• Cooking
Visit our Open Houses: 10am – 1pm
• Fishing
Saturday, March 17 • Sunday, April 15 • Sunday, May 20
Saturday,
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• Weekly sessions
available
• 9 AM - 4 PM
• Lunch provided daily
• Extended hours and
transportation available
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ultimate games, cooking and more.
Tuition: Two-to-9-week options
available; call for details.
Ages: Boys and girls ages 3-to-15 years.
Dates and Times: Camp runs from June
18 through Aug. 17 with 2-to-9-week
sessions available. Monday through Friday
from 9-3 p.m. Club O.T., our extended day
program, allows campers to arrive as early
as 7:45 a.m. and stay as late as 6 p.m. Due
to the camps’ objectives and unique
format, enrollment is limited.
Miscellaneous: ESF provides awardwinning, carefully designed programs and
activities, a dedicated, experienced and
well-trained staff, and a caring, safe
environment with premier facilities. Through
education, sports and fun, ESF offers
opportunities for campers to believe in
themselves and to achieve their full
potential.
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FREEDOM VALLEY YMCA
SUMMER DAY CAMPS
CAMP PHOENIX (PHOENIXVILLE YMCA)
400 E. Pothouse Rd., Phoenixville
610.933.5861, ext 5763
Programs and Events: Full and half-day
camp. Camp Phoenix offers a traditional
summer day camp in a lively, safe
environment that builds confidence and
self-esteem. Campers enjoy the best of
summer on our 51-acre camp ground,
including wooded nature trails, canoeing
on Pickering Creek, outdoor cooking and
more. Choose a traditional day, focus or
specialty camp adventure such as
performing arts, archery, science, or sports
camp. Then cool off under the large picnic
pavilions or one of the many indoor or
outdoor swimming pools.
Tuition: Call for information; includes
before- and after-camp care; sibling
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discount; financial assistance available to
qualified individuals
Ages: From 2-to-16 years.
Dates and Times: June 11-Aug. 24 from
9-4 p.m. Free before- and after-camp care.
Miscellaneous: View all five Freedom
Valley YMCA camp locations or download a
camp guide and registration forms at
www.fvymca.org.
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GREAT VALLEY NATURE CENTER
NATURE DISCOVERY CAMPS
4251 State Rd., Phoenixville
610-935-9777
www.gvnc.org
Programs and Events: Nature day camps
and overnight camps with weekly themes.
All camps are educational and fun.
Environmental games and activities, crafts,
live animals, field exploration, pond, stream
and more. Age-appropriate day, travel and
overnight camps. Specializing in adventure
camps for ages 10-to-14 years — activities
include canoeing, kayaking, swimming, rock
climbing, paintball, white water rafting,
horseback riding, camping and more. The
variety of camps include “Splish and
Splash,” “Survivalist Camp,” “Wild about
Wildlife,” “Camp Pocono,” “Survival of the
Wettest” and more.
Tuition: Call for brochure or visit
www.gvnc.org.
Ages: From 3-to-14 years; Trailrompers
(ages 3-to-5); Elementary Explorers (ages 6to-7 and 8-to-10); Youth Adventure (ages
10-to-12); and Envirotrek (ages 12-to-14).
Dates and Times: Weekly sessions June
11-Aug 31. Half-, full-day, overnight and
travel camps available.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: Voted Best Children's
Camp in Chester County — Parent's Choice.
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KIDS A9
SUMMER CAMP GUIDE
(Continued from page A9)
GREEN VALLEYS ASSOCIATION at
WELKINWEIR SUMMER NATURE DAY CAMPS
1368 Prizer Rd., Pottstown
(East Nantmeal Township)
610-469-8646
[email protected]
www.greenvalleys.org
Programs and Events: GVA’s nature
camps encourage children’s natural curiosity
of the outdoors by engaging them in fun
and educational activities. Through focused,
weekly themes, campers will discover
nature through hands-on projects and
activities, and exploration of fields, forest
and waterways to help further their
understanding and respect for the natural
world. Weekly guest presentations enhance
the camp experience.
Ages: From 4-through-14 years.
Dates and Times: June 18-Aug. 17 from
9-3 p.m. Half-day sessions available for fourand-five-year-olds, pre- and after-camp care
available for additional fees. Call for
scholarship availability.
Transportation: No
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JENNERSVILLE YMCA
880 W. Baltimore Pike, West Grove
810-869-YMCA
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Your child will
make lasting memories at a Y day camp this
summer. Jennersville YMCA’s full- and halfday camp options feature a summer full of
fun: Camp Chippewa, Preschool Camp
Discovery, sports camps, teen camps,
Aquatic Adventure Camp, Center Stage
Camp, Art Explosion Camp, Super Science
Camp and more. Kids love running and
playing on the YMCA’s 16-acre campus,
featuring three swimming pools, two water
slides, ball fields, pavilions, playground and
access to the YMCA’s indoor facilities.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: Ages three to 10th grade.
Dates and Times: June 11-Aug. 24 from
9-4 p.m. Extended camp time option from
7-9 a.m. and 4-6 p.m. available.
Miscellaneous: Camp features easy drive
up/drop off and pick up. No membership
required to sign up for camp. Visit
www.ymcabwv.org to download a summer
camp guide. Register online, at the YMCA,
by mail or by phone (610-869-YMCA).
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KENNETT AREA YMCA
101 Race St., Kennett Square
610-444-YMCA
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Get ready for an
awesome summer adventure at a Y day
camp. Kennett Area YMCA’s full and half-day
camp options feature traditional Camp
Lenni Lenape, full-day sports camps,
specialty camps, adventure camps to
include alpine tower and skateboarding,
half-day Montessori preschool camp, fullday preschool camp, traveling teen camp,
Counselor-In-Training Camp and
opportunities for junior counselors.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From 3-to-17 years,
Dates and Times: June 11-Aug. 24 from
9-4 p.m.; 9-noon or 1-4 p.m. half day.
Extended camp time available from 7-9 a.m.
and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: The camp features easy
drive up/drop off and pick up and optional
extended camp time, before and after
camp. No membership required to sign up
for camp. Visit www.ymcabwv.org to
download a summer camp guide. Register
online, at the YMCA, by mail or by phone
(610-444-9622).
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LITTLE FACES CHILDCARE CENTER
426 West Gay St., West Chester
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FEBRUARY 2012
610-344-7785
www.littlefaceswc.com
Program and Events: Full-day summer
camp program with weekly themed-based
activities, arts and crafts, field trips,
swimming, music and more.
Ages: From 3-to-12 years.
Dates and Times: June 20-Aug. 19
Miscellaneous: Little Faces is located
within a 6,500-square foot facility that
includes a full-size gymnasium for active
play. A prepared lunch, two snacks and
camp shirt are included in the tuition.
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THE LITTLE GYM of EXTON
ANYTIME SUMMERTIME CAMP
260 N. Pottstown Pike, Exton
610-363-2350
Program and Events: The Little Gym’s
specially developed camp curriculum
combines physical activity, gymnastics and
play with arts, crafts and special events.
Each week has a special theme and each
day has a different, creative lesson plan.
Your child and their friends will love to go
on a new adventure each time they attend
camp.
Tuition: Call for more information.
Ages: From 3-to-12 years.
Dates and Times: June 18-Aug. 31.
Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 9noon; Tuesday and Thursday from 1-4 p.m.
Schedule a day, a few days, or several fullweek sessions.
Miscellaneous: You can customize your
child’s camp days to fit your summer
schedule. It’s the perfect break for kids
(and parents) during the long summer
months.
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THE MALVERN DAY CAMP
20 Creek Road, Glen Mills
610-558-3200
www.malverndaycamp.com
Programs and Events: Campers discover
nature, participate in fitness and athletic
events, investigate science, explore art and
discover new interests. Free swim lessons
offered where children can learn or
enhance their skills.
Tuition: Call for rates.
Ages: From 5-to-14 years.
Dates and Times: June 18-Aug. 24 from
9-4 p.m; extended day available from 7
a.m. to 6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: We are an accredited
ACA camp on a 15-acre site. Camp allows
children to establish new friendships and,
more importantly, have fun.
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OCTORARA YMCA PROGRAM CENTER
104 Highland Rd., Suite 1, Atglen
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Your kids won’t
want the day to end at a Y summer camp.
Octorara YMCA summer camp offers
recreational games, field trips, swimming,
arts and crafts, sports, nature, drama and
more. Weekly camp themes like “Amazing
Race” and “Super Soakin’ H2O” give
campers the chance to have fun and make
lasting memories. Preschoolers will enjoy
full- or half-day camp, with theme-based
weeks filled with stimulating hands-on
activities, literacy-based crafts and songs
and games to nurture their love of learning.
Tuition: Call for information; financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From two years to 17, with
counselors-in-training for seventh-throughninth graders and junior counselors for
10th-through-12th graders.
Dates and Times: June 11-Aug. 24 from
9-4 p.m. full-day; 9-noon or 1-4 p.m. halfday. Extended camp time available from 7-9
a.m. and/or 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: The Y summer camp
features easy drive up/drop off. No
membership required to sign up for camp.
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Visit www.ymcabwv.org to download a
summer camp guide. Register online, at
the YMCA, by mail or by phone (610-593YMCA).
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OSCAR LASKO YMCA
YOUTH PROGRAM CENTER
1 E. Chestnut St., West Chester
610-696-YMCA
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Your child will
stay active and engaged all summer at the
Oscar Lasko YMCA Youth Program Center’s
Specialty Camps. Choose from a variety of
exciting camp options to build a full-day of
camp, or choose morning or afternoon
camps. Extended time before and after
camp is available. With court and turf
sports, gymnastics, theater, music, games,
karate, dance, CSI mystery, cooking,
science, building and “Editor-in-Chief”
camps, the Y has something special for
every child.
Tuition: Call for information or view our
camp guide on the web at www.ymcabwv
.org. Financial assistance is available.
Ages: From 3-to-13-years.
Dates and Times: June 18 to Aug. 24
from 9-noon or 1-4 p.m. Extended camp
time available from 7-9: a.m. and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: No membership
required to sign up for camp. Visit
www.ymcabwv .org to download a
summer camp guide. Register online, inperson at the YMCA, by mail or by phone
(610-696-YMCA).
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PARADISE FARM CAMPS
1300 Valley Creek Rd., Downingtown
610-269-9111
www.paradisefarmcamp.org
Programs and Events: Day camp
Ages: For 5-to-16-year-olds.
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Dates and Times: Nine weekly sessions
from June 18-Aug. 17. Junior camp for
ages 5-to-7 years; day camp for ages 8-to12 years; and teen camp for ages 13-to-16
years.
Miscellaneous: Since 1875, Paradise
Farm Camps have been providing a high
quality youth development program in
Chester County. We are fortunate to have
600 acres of scenic, natural resources to
enjoy and explore. Camp tours available
upon request. American Camp Association
accredited.
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SAGINAW DAY CAMP
740 Saginaw Rd., Oxford
(Winter: 125 N. Burnt Mill Rd.,
Cherry Hill, N.J.)
888-477-CAMP (2267)
www.saginawdaycamp.com
Programs and Events: Swim instruction
and free swim daily, go-karts, arts and
crafts, all sports, laser tag, 60-foot climbing
wall, zip-line, outdoor adventure, cooking,
ATVs and fishing.
Tuition: $375-$415/week (two-week
minimum).
Ages: From 4-to-15 years.
Dates and Times: June 25-Aug. 17 from
9-4 p.m. with extended care available.
Transportation: Yes (additional fee).
Miscellaneous: Saginaw Day Camp
provides a wide variety of activities and a
qualified staff. Counselors are carefully
screened, interviewed and selected on
the basis of skill, enthusiasm and a desire
to work with children. We offer a safe and
healthy environment which encourages
each child to discover and excel at new
activities, develop life-long friendships and
promote self-confidence. Lunch and snack
included daily.
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THE STITCHCRAFT STUDIO
2012 SUMMER SEWING CAMPS
1150 Boot Rd., Downingtown
610-873-2484
thestitchcraftstudio.com
Programs and Events: “Learn to Sew,”
“American Girl Doll® and Me,” “Summer
Fun,” “PJ Party” and more.
Tuition: Varies
Ages: From 7-to-18 years.
Dates and Times: June 18-Aug 10
Miscellaneous: Each week has a
different theme with different projects.
Camps are for the very beginner to the very
advanced. Camper-to-teacher ratio is 3:1
and each camper has his/her own machine
with which to work.
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SUMMER SESSIONS
at WESTTOWN SCHOOL
975 Westtown Rd., West Chester
610-399-7569
www.westtown.edu/SummerSessions
Program and Events: Westtown Summer
Sessions offer co-educational day
enrichment programs in arts, academics,
athletics and outdoor education. Our
programs consist of hands-on, discoverydriven activities in a creative, supportive
and inclusive environment. Exciting morning
enrichment activities and afternoon daycamp options create a flexible schedule
you tailor to your child's desires and your
family's needs. Class sizes are limited to
maximize fun and education, but they fill
quickly. Geometry, Chemistry, and United
States History courses are available for high
school credit as well as SAT prep and
driver's education.
Ages: For children entering PK-12 in the
fall of 2012, plus adults.
Dates and Times: June 18-Aug. 10
Miscellaneous: Enjoy 600 acres of
summer fun with our talented professional
faculty of teachers, artists and coaches. Fullday and half-day weekly enrollment are
available, with before- and after-care
options.
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SUMMER VOYAGERS
1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern
610-296-6725, ext.115
www.summermatters.org
Program and Events: Four- or six-week
academic program offering small group
academic instruction in reading, math,
language arts, written expression and
executive function skill buidling with social
and recreational opportunities. Includes
integrated speech/language and
occupational therapies with option to add
afternoon recreation.
Tuition: Visit web site or call for details.
Ages: 5-to-10 years.
Dates and Times: June 25-July 20 or
June 25-Aug. 3, Monday-Friday; (program
times — half-day 8:15-noon; full-day 8:154:30 p.m.); no program on July 4.
Miscellaneous: Reading, language arts
and math are taught in small groups by
teachers using a multisensory approach and
differentiated instruction. Executive
function skills building, such as
organization, planning, adaptability, impulse
control, resilience and persistence are
emphasized.
Summer L.I.F.E.
1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern
610-296-6725, ext. 115
www.summermatters.org
Program and Events: Program offers
experiential learning and social skills
development in the context of summer fun.
Designed especially to support students
with high functioning autism and Asperger’s
Syndrome, the programs — specialty
camps, traditional day camp/overnight
camp, and travel excursions — also support
students who have social anxiety or
difficulty connecting with their peers.
Tuition: Visit web site or call for details.
Ages: For ages 8-to-21 years.
Dates and Times: Varies with each
session; day camp and specialty camps run
from 9-3 p.m. daily; travel excursions and
overnight camp times vary. In session from
mid-July to late-August.
Transportation: Regional drop-off/pickup offered at additional cost.
Miscellaneous: Program includes
specialty camps, travel excursions and day
camp and overnight camp in Schwenksville.
The Extended School Year Programs
ESY at The Vanguard School (ages 6-to-17)
Vanguard Transition Center Summer
Experience (ages 18-to-21)
1777 N. Valley Rd., Malvern
610-296-6725, ext. 115
www.summermatters.org
WEST CHESTER PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.
SUMMER CAMPS 2012
REGISTRATION BEGINS FEB. 13
KIDDIE CAMP
Five weeks (June 18-July 20) • Location to be announced
9:00 a.m.-Noon on Mon.-Wed.-Fri. for ages 3-4 • Cost: $365
SUMMER DAY CAMP
Eight weeks (June 18-Aug. 10) • Hoopes Park & Everhart Park
7:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday for ages 5-10
Costs vary; please call for details
CAMP B.I.G.
Eight weeks (June 18-Aug. 10) • Location to be announced
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday for ages 11-14
Costs vary; please call for details
Registration forms available from West Chester Parks & Recreation Dept., 401 E. Gay St.
Stop by or call to have one mailed!
WEST CHESTER PARKS & RECREATION DEPT.
610-436-9010
www.west-chester.com/recreation.php
Program and Events: Comprehensive
full-day program for students who qualify
for ESY in order to maintain skills and to
reduce regression over the summer months.
Tuition: Call for details.
Ages: For ages 6-to-21 years.
Dates and Times: Monday through
Friday, June 25-Aug. 3, from 9-2 p.m.; no
program on July 4.
Transportation: Provided by students’
home school districts.
Miscellaneous: These programs are
designed to maintain skills and to reduce
regression through the use of “thematic
learning” in small-group and individualized
instruction that incorporate academic,
social, behavioral and vocational needs of
students from individual IEP goals.
Afternoon social activities, offer students
opportunities to generalize skills and focus
on interpersonal skills.
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UNITED SPORTS
1426 Marshallton-Thorndale Rd.
Downingtown
610-466-7100
www.unitedsportscamps.net
Programs and Events: United Sports has
created an interactive camp experience
that you wish you had when you were a
kid. Summer camp focuses on the
development of physical and social while
offering children the opportunity to
expand their creative horizons and add
new interests. All of this is accomplished
through the efforts of our experienced
professional staff and counselors who
make time every day to engage your child
in healthy and positive experiences.
Our goal is to provide campers with a
safe and happy summer filled with
engaging activities that increase self-worth
and a feeling of accomplishment. Boys and
girls participate in age-appropriate games
and activities, including Day Camp, Total
Sports Camp, PeeWee Camp and Sport
Specific Camps.
Tuition: Visit unitedsportscamps.net for
“ways to save,” half-day, full-day, extended
care and full summer options.
Ages: For boys and girls ages 3-to-18
years.
Dates and Times: Full-day and half-day
options; one-week sessions for the
different camps between June 4-Aug. 24
or full summer option. Half-day 9-noon;
full-day 9-4 p.m. Extended hour camps
available for early drop-off and late pickup. Lunch program is available.
Miscellaneous: With an unbelievable
indoor facility, there are no rainouts.
Inquire about special Peewee and Day
Camp theme weeks and field trips.
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WEST CHESTER PARKS and RECREATION
SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM
401 E. Gay St., West Chester
610-436-9010
www.west-chester.com/recreation.php
Program and Events: Weekly themes,
sports, music, crafts, swimming, bus trips
and special guests.
Tuition: Prices vary depending on camp
and camp package.
Ages: Kiddie Camp — 3-to-4-year-olds;
summer day camp — 5-to-10-year-olds;
and Camp B.I.G. — 11-to-14-year-olds.
Dates and Times: Kiddie Camp June 18July 20, Monday-Wednesday-Friday, from
9-noon; Day camp June 18-Aug. 10,
Monday through Friday, from 7:30-6 p.m.;
and Camp B.I.G. June 18-Aug. 10, Monday
through Friday, from 7:30-5:30 p.m.
Transportation: No
Miscellaneous: For more information,
call 610-436-9010 or visit www.westchester.com /recreation.php
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WEST CHESTER STUDIO
for the PERFORMING ARTS
FEBRUARY 2012
Classes and summer camps are at the
Chester County Historical Society
225 N. High St., third floor, West Chester
Phone: 484-995-2915
[email protected]
www.westchesterstudio.com
Programs and Events: “Story Theater
Camps” for ages 6-to-9 years July 9-13,
July 23-27 and Aug. 20-24 from 9-12:30
p.m. This camp integrates musical theater,
acting and art all in one fun-filled week of
theatre which culminates in the
performance of a children’s story. “Glee
Week” for ages 9-to-14 June 25-29 from 93 p.m. Discover the fun and skills needed
to perform in musical theater. All students
will have private voice lessons and perform
as soloists as well as as in many ensemble
situations in the final presentation.
“Improvisation Week” for ages 9-to-12
July 30-Aug. 3 from 9-3 p.m. Improvise a
show in a week? You bet! Learn
improvisation skills and see your ideas
come to life on stage in a show you
helped develop. “Acting for the Camera”
for ages 12 and up is a two-week camp,
Monday through Friday, from July 9-20,
from 9-3 p.m. Discover acting technique
for the camera in a live TV studio. Work on
commercial copy, voice overs and scene
work for the camera. Final performances
will be recorded and students will receive
a hard copy of their work. “Shakespeare in
the Park” for ages 12 and up is a twoweek rehearsal, Monday through Friday,
from Aug. 6-17 from 9-3 p.m. Discover the
fun of Shakespeare while rehearsing one
of Shakespeare’s comedies and then
perform it in a West Chester Park.
Miscellaneous: All campers are
encouraged to bring a snack and, for fullday camps, a lunch and drink. Dress
comfortably.
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WEST CHESTER AREA YMCA
605 Airport Rd., West Chester
610-431-YMCA
www.ymcabwv.org
Programs and Events: Explore a place
for fun and adventure each day at our
summer day camp. The Y offers an array of
exciting camp programs, including
traditional day camp, horse camp,
preschool camp, teen leadership camp,
competitive swim camp and more.
Tuition: Call for information. Financial
assistance is available.
Ages: From 3-to-17 years.
Dates and Times: June 18 to Aug. 24.
Full-day programs from 9-4 p.m.; half-day
programs from 9-noon, or 1-4 p.m.
Extended hours available from 7-9 a.m.
and 4-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: New this year, no
membership required to sign up for camp.
Visit www.ymcabwv.org to download a
summer camp guide. Register online, inperson at the YMCA, by mail or by phone
(610-431-YMCA).
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THE WHOLE CHILD LEARNING CENTER
55 N. Brick La., Elverson
610-913-WCLC (9252)
www.thewclc.com
Program and Events: Quest campers will
enjoy swimming, field trips, sports, crafts
and games. There are many programs
available; call for information.
Tuition: $79-$217 per week plus $160
activity fee.
Ages: Adventure Camp for ages 2-to-5
years; Quest Camp for ages 6-to-12 years.
Dates and Times: June 11-Aug. 24 from
7-6 p.m.
Miscellaneous: At the Whole Child
Learning Center, you can give your child a
summer they will remember forever. Quest
Camp is an exciting program designed to
take your child on a different adventure
every day.