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TORRANCE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT ELEMENTARY LUNCH MENU

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the elements of a healthy diet to MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY keep your kids strong & healthy? Alternative Menu Choices:

Look for these symbols next to your favorite menu items to find out all of

the healthy options offered on the March menu!

1. PB&J Sandwich f 2. Cup of Yogurt ..0, 3. Grilled Cheese f 1

4. Entree Salad (Mon-Thur)

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Paid

Reduced

Milk

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$3,00

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1 Beef Rib-B-Que Sandwich (/ Fresh Apple Slices Chocolate Chip Cookie JI " 'fl l-1

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

2 Dr. Seuss Dayl Domino's Smart Slice Cheese Pizza f ..0, Applesauce

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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= Whole Grain

= Low Fat

= Smart Snack Dessert

= Meatless

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For more information, please check out the back side of the menu!

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Meatless Monday Italian Cheesy Gari ic Bread ,f , with Marinara Sauce Fresh Apple Slices

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

12 Meatless Monday

Cheese Quesadilla f Refried Beans

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

19 Meatless Monday

Mac & Cheese ,fl Garlic Breadstick fJ -0, Fresh Apple Slices

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

Tyson Oven Baked Chicken Nuggets (/ Emoji Fries Roll (/

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Baja Fish Nuggets / Waffle Net Fries Star Cookie f K.'.,

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

20 Taco Tuesday

Crunchy Turkey Tacos (/ with Salsa, Lettuce and Cheese Refried Beans

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Dodger Dog f ""t-:,f BBQ Baked Beans

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

14 Brunch for Lunch

Waffle Sticks (/ Lean Beef Sausage Applesauce

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Mini Corn Dogs ,fl BBQ Baked Beans

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Crispy Chicken Sandwich fJ ..0,

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Breaded Chicken Drummies ,lJ. f Mashed Potatoes -0, Roll f Crispy Treat t/1 ~,

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Tyson Crispy Chicken Tenders Emoji Fries

Roll /

Fresh Fruft & Veggie Station

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be fruits or vegetables.

This institution is an equal opportun ity provider.

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Papa John's Cheese Pizza if .(J.. (School Approved) Diced Peaches

Fresh Fruit & Veggie Station

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Domino's Smart Slice Cheese Pizza (/ -0, Mixed Fruit Luck O' the Ice . Sour Apple Icy ~

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Papa John's Cheese Pizza f -0, (School Approved) Sidekicks 100% Frozen Juice ~

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lSabfa usted que TUSD ofrece TODOS los elementos de una dieta

saludable para mantener a sus hijos fuertes y sanos?

jBusque estos s fmbolos al lado de su comida favorita del menu para ver todas las opciones saludables

que ofrece el menu de marzo!

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,0. Bajo en Grasa (,i".J.,) ,.,, Postre Smart Snack

= Sin Carne ('01

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jPara mas informaci6n, por favor vea el reverso del menu!

ChooseMyPlate.gov

Los alumnos deben seleccionar tres de los cinco grupos alimenticios. Un

grupo debe ser frutas o verduras.

Esta instituci6n es un proveedor de oportunidades equitativas.

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Opclones Alternativas del Menu: Precios del Lunch: 1. Sandwich de Mani

y Mermelada f 2. Vasa de Yogurt ,(J. 1

Pagado $3.00

Reducido $0.40

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Leche $0.50

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Sandwich de Carne de Res Rib-B-Que f Rodajas de Manzanas Frescas Galletas con Chispas de Chocolate

fl u Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

2 1Dia de Dr. Seuss ! Pizza de Queso Domino's Smart Slice f Pure de Manzana

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

5 6 7 8 9 iSemana Nacional del C>esayuno Escolar del 5 al 9 - Ven a C>esayunar con Nosotros! (En escuelas participantes)

Lunes Sin Carne Pan Italiano con Ajos y Queso f con Salsa Marinara Rodajas de Manzanas Frescas

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

12 Lunes Sin Carne

Quesadilla de Queso f rJ Frijoles Refritos

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

19 Lunes Sin Carne

Macarrones con Queso # Palitos de Pan de Ajos f ,O. Rodajas de Manzanas Frescas

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Nuggets Horneados de PolloTyson 1fl Papas Emoji Panecillo (}

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Nuggets de Pescado Baja ¢/ Papas en Forma de Waffle Galleta de Estrella (J ~-~

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

20 Martes de Tacos

Tacos Crujientes de Pavo , con Salsa, Lechuga y Queso Frijoles Refritos

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Frijoles Horneados a la BBQ

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Palitos de Waffle f Salchicha Magra de Res Pure de Manzana

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Mini Salchichas Empanizadas con Maiz I/ Frijoles Horneados a la BBQ

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Sandwich de Pollo Crujiente (/ ,0. Cunas de Papas Horneadas

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Piernitas de Pollo Empanizado .(J. f Pure de Papas Panecillo (/ Dulce Crujiente f ,0

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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Trozos Crujientes de Pollo Empanizado Tyson (I Papas Emoji Panecillo (/

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Vacaciones de Primavera (26-30 de marzo)

Pizza de Queso Papa John's (} ,0. (Aprobado por la Escue/a) Duraznos en Cubitos

Barra de Frutas y Verduras Frescas

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We would like to attend the Ed ison Family Science Night on Thursday, March 15, 2018

Student Name(s) ________________ _ Grade(s) ___ _

__ We plan to arrive between 5:30 - 6:00 for pizza, desserts, and drinks ($1.00 per item)

__ We plan to watch the Fire & Ice Show (6:00 - 7:00)

__ My child plans to submit a Science Fair Project due on Apri l 5 (7:00 - 7:30)

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FREE Admission with PT A membership!

Not a member? Sign up today!

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RSVP by March 9TH (Return completed portion to teacher)

Teacher: Student Name: ----------- ------------

Guest Name: Guest Name: ------ - --- -- -------- - - -_We are a PTA member (Free admission for ONE student and ONE guest per membership)

We are NOT a PTA member. Attached is $10 per person to purchase membership

**(Payment: Cash or Check made payable to Edison PTA) TOTAL:$ ---

Edison Elementary

3800 W. 182nd Street Phone: (310) 533-4513

Edison Elementary Needs Your Support!

Edison's Supply money has been depleted for the remainder of the school year.

Be a part of our Spring Donation Drive where your tax deductible donation will

help provide our school with the materials necessary to keep our successful

programs running strong.

For example, a donation of $25 can provide 6 reams of copy paper, or a ½ case of toilet paper. Other items needed are disinfectant wipes, facial tissue, glue, glue

sticks, copy paper.

After receiving your donation, you will be sent a letter confirming your contribution for supplies.

Please return all donations to the School office ASAP. No contribution is too

small. Make out your checks to Edison Elementary School.

Thank you for your support of Edison Elementary School.

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Please complete the following:

Yes! I would like to be a part of the Spring Donation Drive at Edison Elementary School. ---

Enclosed is a check in the amount of$ ____ Please make checks payable to Edison Elementary

Student Name ____________ _ Room

Parent Name -------------Daytime phone _ _ ______ ___ _

Address ________________________________ _

***If you are unable to donate financially, we gladly welcome donations of reams of copy paper (white or

colored), facial tissue and most other office supplies. Please call the office at 310-533-4513 for questions or

more details. ----------------------------------~

i Edison Elementary Necesita Su Apoyo!

Edison Elementary j 3800 W. 182nd Street

Telefono: (310) 533-451

El dinero para los Materiales de Edison se ha agotado para el resto del aiio escolar.

Sea parte de nuestra Campana de Donaci6n de Primavera en la que su donacion deducible de impuestos ayudara a proporcionar a nuestra escuela los materiales necesarios para que nuestros programas exitosos funcionen s6lidamente.

Por ejemplo, una donaci6n de $25 puede proporcionar 6 resmas de papel de copiadoras, o media caja de papel higienico. Otros articulos necesarios son toallitas desinfectantes, pafiuelos desechables, pegamento, barras de pegamento,

papel de copiadora.

Despues de recibir su donacion, se le enviara una carta confirmando su contribucion para los suministros escolares.

Por favor entregue todas las donaciones a la oficina de la escuela lo antes posible. Ninguna contribuci6n es demasiado pequefia. Haga sus cheques a nombre de Edison Elementary School.

Gracias por su apoyo a la Escuela Primaria Edison.

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___ i Sf! Me gustarfa ser parte de la Colecta de Donaciones de Primavera en la Escuela Primaria Edison.

Adjunto se incluye un cheque por la cantidad de $ _____ . Escriba los cheques a nombre de Edison Elementary.

Nombre del Estudiante Salon ------- ------Nombre del Padre/Madre Telefono Diumo ------------- ------------Direcci6n ------ --------------------------- --

*** Si no puede realizar una donaci6n de dinero, con mucho gusto le damos la bienvenida a las donaciones de resmas de papel de copiadora (blanco ode colores), toallitas faciales y la mayoria de los demas articulos de oficina. Llame a la oficina al 310-533-4513 si tiene preguntas o desea averiguar mas detalles. -----------------------------------

Trabajando juntos para el exito escolar

Actividades escolares

Demuestrele a su hijo que la escuela es importante preguntandole sobn,: las acti­vidades que en ella se realizan y asistien­do a ellas. Animelo a que ponga en el boletin de anuncios de su £am.ilia noti­cias sabre obras de teatro, entregas de premios o concursos de talentos. Tam­bien podrian colocarlas en su calendario electr6nico y activar las no tificaciones para que se lo recuerde.

Vocabulario musical Si disfrnta de la musica con su hija, es posible que el vocabulaiio de su peque­iia aumente. Ensenele las canciones que le gustaban a usted cuando erajoven y pidale que co{nparra con usted la musi­ca que le gusta a ella. Cuando escuchen las canciones, identifiquen palabras nuevas y comenten sus significados.

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primera e,1lada antes de los 14 aii.os de edad, asi que no es demasiado temprano para hablar con su hijo del tabaco. Y con el aurnento del uso de cigarrillos electr6-nicos quiza piense que estos son una altemativa segura. Expliquele que la ma­yoria de los cigarrillos electr6nicos con­tienen nicotina que produce adicci6n.

Vale la pena citar "Nuestros sueii.os nos hacen grandes". Woodrow Wilson

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''Super'' respetuosos Ser respetuosa es una

fonna de que su hi.ja forme relaciones s6lidas con sus maestros, sus compaii.eros y sus familiares. He aqui ideas para ayudarla a que entienda el respeto y lo demuestre.

;lmagina tus poderesr Si su hija fuera un "super­

heroe" del respeto, i_que superpoderes tendria? Di­gale que se dibuje como este personaje. Podria llevar una cartera llena de materiales para escribir notas de agradeci­miento. 0 ta! vez se ponga una pulsera con un "agarrador" que recoja la basura para demostrar respeto al media ambiente.

Lan:za y respeta Dfgale a su hija queen un folio de

papel escriba los numeros l al 6. Jun to a cada nurnero podrfa anotar una persona (conserje, conductor de aurobus, vecino) . Lancen un dado por tumos y digan una fonna de mosrrar respeto por esa persona. Si el 2 es para el conductor de autobris su hija podria decir: "Obedece las nonnas del

autobus". Eso demuestra respeto por el trabajo que hace.

Escribe un poema Sugierale a su hija que escriba la pala­

bra RESPETO en vertical en el margen iz­quiero de un folio. Puede crear un poema acr6stico escribiendo una manera de mos­trar respeto que empiece con cada letra de la palabra. Ejemplos: "Reconoce que todos somos iguales" para la R, "Escucha cuando otros hablan" para la E.V

Vacaciones para aprender Durante las vacacioncs de primavera,

embarque a su hijo en una aventura para aprender fuera del sal6n de clase. Tenga en cuenta estas ideas.

• En directo, Su hij o practicara la escritura y la comunicaci6n oral imaginando que es un reportero que cubre las noticias de las vacaciones primavera­les de su familia. Podria escribir sobre actividades como jugar con sus primos o cocinar con usted su plato favorito . Al final de la semana, invitelo a que lea su "programa" a su familia.

• Locali:za el estado. Imprirnan un mapa de los Estados Uni.dos que encuentren en la red, o que su hijo dibuje uno, y llevenselo en el auto. Lean las placas que vean de distintos estados y que su hijo encuentre y coloree cada estado en su mapa. i. Cuan­tos estados habra localizado al final de las vacaciones7V

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Listos para los tests Planea antes de escribir. Su hijo escribira mejor una respuesta breve o una secci6n de elaboraci6n si dcdica algo de tiempo a planear que va a escribir. Esto es tan simple como hacer una lista de

estandarizados Muchos estudiantes tienen examenes

estatales durante la primavera. Anime a su hijo a que los haga lo mejor posible con este consejo.

Usa buenas estrategias. Sugierale

sus ideas principales en un borrador. A continuaci6n

que use estrategias que aumenten sus probabilida-puede elaborar cada punto en

un parrafo distinto de su redac­ci6n. Tambien podria hacer un es­

quema. Su redacci6n estara mas organizada y le sera mas facil incluir toda la informaci6n importante.

des de dar con la respuesta corrccta. Si tiene que contestar preguntas de elecci6n multiple sobre un pasaje, podria leer pri­mero las preguntas a fin de saber que debe buscar en el texto. Para las preguntas de rellenar espacios en blanco, podria leer

Idea: Digale a su hijo que este u·anquilo y seguro de si mismo. la frase con cada posibilidad para ver que respuesta tiene mas sentido.

Recuerdele que se ha ido preparando para el examen asistiendo a clase y completando su trabajo.'I

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E!l\M-!J] Detective gramatical

El uso correcto de la gramatica, de la onografia y de' la pumuaci6n ayudara a su hija a escribir con claridad y eficacia. Prac­tiquen con estas actividades:

• Esc1iba una frase divertida que contenga errores. Ejein­p!o: "lpuedes hablar con canguros". Que su hija la lea y corrija sus errores (P mayiis­cula, signo de interroga­ci6n final). A continuaci6n, que ella escriba una frase con errores para que usted la corrija.

• Recorten palabras y signos de puntua­ci6n de titulares de peri6dicos o revistas. Pongan todo en una bolsa y que su hija saque los recortes de uno en uno para for­mar una frase con gramatica y puntuaci6n correctas.'I

NUESTRA FINALIDAD

Proporcionar a los padres ideas priicticas que promucvan el exito escular, la panicipaci6n de los

padres y un mcjor entendimiento emre padres c: hijos.

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Vfnculos entre hermanos P: Qt.tiero que mis hijos se lleven bicn, pcro disrnten u11 mont6n. c:Que

pucdo hacer para quc mejore su re!aci6n?

R: Es normal que los he1manos rifian. Lo importante es que formen un lazo que les ayude a pasarlo bien juncos (por lo menos a veces) y a sobrellevar sus desacuerdos.

Procure darles tareas que les fuercen a depender del otro. Por cjemplo, uno podria la var los plates y el otro secarlos y luego Jes dos juntas pueden co­locarlos. Animelos tambien a que hagan alga que les guste a los dos, como golpear pelo­tas de beisbol o jugar con dinosaurios de juguete.

Finalmente use sus discusiones para desarrollar sus destrezas de resoluci6n de con­fl.ictos. Cuando discutan, digales que durante 1 minuto cronomerrado con alarma se tur­nen explicando al otro su postura. Si no encuentran una soluci6n, digales que hagan un alto yendo a habitaciones <listintas. Luego pueden intentarlo de nuevo cuando hayan te­nido tiempo de pensar y tranquilizarse.'I

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Protecci6n en la red . Mi hija Sadie esta Le explique a Sadie que los cambios

en el quimo grado contribuiran a protegerla de extrafi.os y y le gusta ver videos en un sitio ,veb para ninos. Me preocupaba que pudiera encon­trar algo poco apropiado para su edad asi que consulte la pagina de ayuda de! sitio.

Por suerte encontre varias opciones de seguridad. Marque la cuenta de Sadie como privada y desactive la opci6n para "comentarios". Y cambie los ajustes de busqueda a fin de dificultar la apari­ci6n de material de comenido maduro.

evitaran los videos que podrian inttanqui­lizarla o desconcertarla. Pero como se que los controles no son infalibles le pedf que me dijera si ve algo que la moleste. Tam­

bien le recorde que no debe colgar en la red nada sin mi perrniso y

que jarnas de informaci6n personal.

Sigo vigilando el uso que Sadie hace de internet, pero creo que ahora esta mas pro­tegida. Ademas, esta apren­diendo buenas costumbres para el fu turo. 'I

Helpinl! Childre Tips Families Can Use to Help Children Do Better in School

Torrance Unified School District

Encourage a learning habit with regular visits to the library One of the best "vays to excite your child about reading and learning is to make frequent trips to the library together. One survey found that 97 percent of regular library patrons con­sider themselves "lifelong learners." Research also shows that children who regularly visit libraries read more. To help your child enjoy the library:

• Sign him up for a library card. He'll feel important, and using it will teach him about responsibility.

• Explore the building-not just its books. Check out its nooks and crannies, its toy areas, its stairways and cozy places to sit. The library should be.a place that feels like home to your child.

• Encourage him to interview the librarian. Help him think of questions to ask, such as, "Why did you become a librarian?" If your child asks for an autograph, he'll have a way to remember the librarian's name.

s Have him pick a favorite subject- rockets, penguins, whatever he likes--and ask the librarian for help finding resources about it.

• Go on hunts through the children's section. Can your child find a book whose author's name starts with the same letter as his?

• Have him make a special bookmark to use with his library books. Make sure he b rings it along when you visit.

Source: L. Rainie, "Libraries and Leaming," Pew Researd1 Center, niswc.com/libraiyhabit.

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{l('How to react when grades disappoint Your child doesn't seem to be struggling in school, but when her report card comes home, it is not good. Remember that getting angry with your child or showing your displeasure won't help. Instead, when you are calm:

• Ask your child for her thoughts practice questions from her text-about her grades. Why does she books. Monitor her efforts, and think she received these marks? provide help if needed, but don't Ask about her work in class. Does ever do the homework for her. Let she complete it? Is she confused her take responsibility-it gives about anything she's learning? her practice she needs for success. What does she think she could • Set up a meeting with the do differently? teacher. Ask for her ideas about

• Enforce a regular study time what may be affecting your child's at home. If your child doesn't progress. Disrnss T.vays you can have homework, she can review work toget.1-ier to help your chiid material from class or ansvver boost her performance.

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Start your child off right Students can't complete a task successfully if they keep putting it off. So help your child get started by setting an example. Say things like, "You work on your social studies work• sheet and I'll dean out these kitchen drawers. Let's see how much we can accomplish in 15 minutes."

Predict and practice to prevent behavior problems It's usually easier to prevent a behavior issue than it is to handle it afrerward.

If you can predict that your child will dawdle and be late for the bus-because it happens often- don 't wait for him to straggle down to the breakfast table. Instead, think of ways to prevent the problem. Perhaps he needs to go to bed earlier so he isn't so tired in the morning. If he's late because he can't find what he needs, help him get organized the night before.

Have your child practice the solutions you devise. You'll be able to celebrate his success, rather than punish misbehavior.

Source: L.R. Griffin, Negoriarian Generarion, Berkley Books.

New world straight ahead If your child will be moving on to middle school in the fall, start now to smooth her transition. Call her new school and schedule a tour. You can also:

• Find out about summer activities for rising middle schoolers. Is there a read­ing program or an orientation event your child can participate in?

• Get involved. Attend events for new students and families. Join the parent­teacher organization.

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~::&Jtl Sc!eens_are taking over my -~ child's hfe. What can I do? Q: My child spends hours playing electronic games. Some of them are educational, but she wants to play them all the time. As a result, she has trouble getting ready in the morning, she rushes through her homework and she barely speaks to the rest of the family. How can I fix this?

A: When kids use them responsibly, digital games can be a fun way to relax and even to learn. But your child's game playing is cutting into her time for schoolwork, reading, family and other more productive activities. That's why the American Academy of Pediatrics (MP) urges parents to limit recreational screen time. Here's how:

• Tell your child you will be setting limits on the amount of time your family spends with screens.

• Establish times when screen use is not allowed for anyone in the family. T'hese sho,uld include meal times, homework time and at least 30 minutes before your child's bedtime.

• Provide alternatives. Plan daily family activities, such as reading aloud, taking a walk or playing board games.

• Get more ideas by creating a personalized family media plan on the AAP' s website ( www.healthychildren.org/English/media) .

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Helping your child increase his vocabulary improves his communication and comprehension skills. Are you creating opportuni1ies for your child to learn and use new words? Answer yes or no to the questions below:

_ 1. Do you discuss the mean- _ 5. Do you play word games as ings of words with your child? a family? "What's a five-letter When you read together, do word for love (adore)?" you explain unfamiliar words? How well are you doing'?

_2. Do you introduce new words for familiar ideas? 'Tm proud of your diligent efforts on your homework."

___ 3. Do you piclc a Word of the Day that family members try to use at least hNice?

_ 4. Do you encourage your child to write the new words he encounters in a personal "dictionary"?

Aiore yes answers mean you are giving your child word power. For each no, try that idea.

Get set for spring tests For many elementary school students, spring is a time for standardized tests. To help your child do her best:

• Make time for daily reading. The more your child reads, the more she builds fluency and comprehension, which will help her with tests.

o Talk with the teacher. Ask about test formats and how your child should pre­pare at home.

• Reduce anxiety. Help your child stay positive and calm. Teach her to tell her­self, "I can do this!"

It is also helpful to remember that one test doesn't represent your child's total abilities.

Form a language connection If you are not comfortable speaking English, you may wonder how you can be involved at school. Consider forming a parent group for people who speak your native language. Share ideas and explore ways to panner with the school and help the staff meet the needs of all students and their families.

Post math self-help ideas Teaching your child how to help himself is a big part of helping him learn. Have him cre­ate a colorful poster listing all the strategies he can think of to find the answer to a math problem. He could include:

• Reread the problem.

• Restate the problem in my own words.

• Draw a diagram.

• Guess an answer and then check it.

• Think about how I solved other problems like this one.

Hang the poster in your child's study area­one glance will give him ideas to try the next time he's confused.

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Edison Elementary School session dates:

3/6/18 3/13/18 3/20/18

4/3/18 4/10/18

4/17/18 4/24/18

Kindergarten will meet Tuesd337S from 1:55 - 2:55 Grades 1-5 will meet Tuesda.ys from 3: 15 to 4: 15.

$84 for the 7-week session. (ALL SUPPLIES INCLUDED) Classes will meet at the lunch benches.

Minimn.m. Da.ys: Class to be held right after school.

Registration due 3/6/2018.

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drawing program

Watch Me Draw! Pandas, spiders and sharks! "Oh, my!" Join us in this new session of Watch Me Draw! to learn how to draw complex drawings while using basic shapes with which students are already familiar. Our Wild Animals session is crazy fun with sharks, pandas, the Cat in the Hat, a spooky spider and more! Register online at WatchMeDraw.com.

Watch Me Sculpt '

Cute or gross is up to you! Join us at Watch Me Sculpt to create fun food figures that range from a cute cupcake to spilling soda to a charming chocolate chip cookie! Whether you want to make your sculpt adorable or disgusting is up to you! Each class students will create a new project and take it home. Bake at 275 for 15 minutes and it will permanently solidify. All supplies included. On early out days, class is held right after school. Register online at WatchMeSculpt.com

Eciison Elementary School sess~

8/7/18 4/4/18 \/18/18 8/14/18 4/11/18 4/21Vffl 8/21/18

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Academic Chess at Edison Elementary

Scheduling and Information

Day: Friday

Time: 3:10 - 4:10 1st - 2nd 3:15 - 4:30 3rd - 5th

(1 st- 2nd graders who are enrolled can stay

until 4:30 if they have older siblings in the class.)

Dates: 3/9, **3/16, 3/23, 4/6, 4/13, 4/20 (**3/16 is a minimum day. On this day, chess will begin and end one hour earlier. ) Meeting Place: Lunch Tables For info. regarding tournaments, chess set purchases, parties, fundraisers, summer classes, other classes, etc., call 310-371-8577.

For beginning and advanced students!! New session begins on Friday, 3/9/18

SIGN UP TODAY! The fee of $69 for after-school chess includes:

(the fee can be prorated for missed day(s))

Chess Set or Other Prize (child's choice)

§ weeks of after-school chess

Exclusive Academic Chess Booklets &/or Worksheets

Opportunities to win: Trophies, certificates, etc.

Advanced lessons for continuing students!! (Beginners will learn the basics)

New lesson and chess playing time each week

To sign up: Fill out the permission slip below and return it with your check payable to "Academic Chess" to the school's office, or your child's

teacher, or to the first day of class.

For scholarship info.(need based) call: 310-371-8577

Chess increases IO and teaches children to: 6 Think Deeply 6 Gain Confidence 6 Solve Problems 6 Develop Patience

6 Evaluate Positions 6 Compete Well 6 Visualize Results 6 Strategize and Plan

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL: {310) 371-8577 r

----- remove the form below and return it to the school's office with check payable to Academic Chess ----- , I give permission for my child to attend after-school chess classes on Friday at Edison Elementary.

Student: __________ G.rade: ___ Teacher: _ ____ _

Address: _________ City: ______ ---'Zip: ____ _

Parent signature: ________ Parent name: _______ _

Home Phone: _ _______ Work Phone: _________ _

Cell Phone: _________ _ e-mail: _ ________ _ Will your child walk/bike home by him/herself after chess? (Please circle one) Yes/ No Will your child attend on-campus daycare after chess? (Please circle one) Yes/ No Session Dates: 319/18 - 4/20/18 --Edison--

"Creating and Enriching Community through People. Programs & Partnerships"

Spring Fun Camp Activities include games, crafts, cooking and walking field trips. Campers should wear com/ ortable clothes, closed-toe tennis shoes, sunscreen and bring water and a sack lunch each day. A field trip to the movies is included. Campers can purchase snacks at the theater if they'd like. A newsletter will be available with additional information for the week. Camp t-shirts are mandatory for all field trips and are available for $7.00.

Visit us online at www.TorranceCA.Gov/DayCamps

I S20 Greenwood Avenue Additional fees will be charged per camper in the event of a late pick up or early drop

off. There is no grace period.

8130.00 perweek/8145.00 per week for residents for non-residents

Registration can be completed online, by phone, fax or at the Registration Office. Registration begins February 27 for Torrance residents and March 6 for non-residents. Proof of residency is required. For more information regarding camp registration, please call the Registration Office at 310/618-2720.

Summer Camp will be available beginning

June 25 City of Torrance Community Services Department * RECREATION DMSION

3031 Torrance Boulevard * 310/618-2930 * www.Recreation.TorranceCA.Gov ft

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S140.0D per week for residents

S155.00 per week for non-residents

REGISTRATION Registration can be completed online, by phone, fax or at the Registration Office. Registration begins February 27 for Torrance residents and March 6 for non-residents. Proof of residency is required. For more information regarding camp registration, please call the Registration Office at 310/618-2720.

Additional fees will be charged per camper in the event of a late pick up or early drop

off. There is no grace period.

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Extended supervision is available for an additional fee.

7:00 - 8:30 a.m. $20.00/$25.00 4:30 - 6:00 p.m. $20.00/$25.00

Summer Camp will be available beginning

June 2S City of Torrance Community Services Department * RECREATION DMSION

303 1 Torrance Boulevard * 310/618-2930 * www.Recreation.TorranceCA.Gov Printed on Recycled Paper ()

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March 31, 2018 9:00A.M. IL 12:00 NOON

$20.00 PER PERSON •••••••••••••••• • •••••• •••••

CE CULT ARTS CENTER ,

PHONE-IN and WALK-IN Rei,ristration will take place at tJ1e Community Sen ices Registration Office, 3031 Tmr.mce Boulevard. Registration hours are from 8:00 am. to 5:00 p.m.

. No walk up registration on day of event

· Resident Registratien: Tuesday, February 27 to Friday, March 23 All participm1ts in party must be residents to register from Febniary 27 •

. Nen-Resident Registratien: Tuesday, .March 6 to Friday, March 23

TOYOTA MEETING HALL

3330 Civic Center Drive

~ ome enjo) a morning of fun! A.ctivi ties will include a breakfast ~ con!>isting of pancakes. sausage. bac~n. fruit. juice. 1mlk and

coffee; perfo1mancc b) Christopher T. Magician; egg hunt; cookie decorating; picture with the Bunny and more! Music prO\ ided by DJ Ozzie. Breakfast is seJTcd until 9:30 a.m. All children ten years of age and younger must be accompanied b1 a paid adult. Seating 1s limited. and tickets must be purchased in ad,ancc. Please brmg your camera for a photo with Bunny!

For more infon11ation. please call Commumty Services at 310/618-2930 or visit www.Recreation.TorranceCA.Gov

The Registration Office is closed on March 2, 16 and 30. 2018. Mail-in, online and fax- in registration is not available for this activity.

City of Torrance• Community Services Department

RECREATION DIVISION "Creating and Enrichi11g Community through People, Programs and Partnership.'i"

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A YEAR OF FUN

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT® FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOOAL RESPONSIBILITY

A LIFETIME OF MEMORIES Trailblazers (grades 3-5 ) TORRANCE-SOUTH BAY YMCA Trailblazers is a yearlong program with planned events to give parents• quality t ime with their child. This is a wonderful op­portunity to bui ld, strengthen, and nurture healthy relationships between parents and thei r kids through cha llenging and fun events whi le building friendships with others in their community. Registration is free for all TORRANCE-SOUTH BAY YMCA members and year round offs ite childcare members . $60 per person for non members. Financial aid is available.

•At t he V, we welcome all fami lies. We define the term parent broadly to include all adults with primary respons ibility for raising children: biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents raising children, or any other type of parenting relationship.

Trailblazers Registration I https://goo.gl/MXEgqS

Thanksgiving Adopt A Family When: Sunday, November 19, 12 - 2pm Where: TORRANCE-SOUTH BAY YMCA Fee:FREE Register: Registration not required Many families struggle during the Holiday Season, so the Trailblazers & Pathfinders work together to host a food drive to benefit famil ies in need. Each year we are able to provide a Thanksgiving meal to several fam ilies who may not otherwise have one. Please j oin us to sort, package, and deliver holiday meals for local families.

Christmas Adopt A Family When: Saturday, December 16, 12 - 4pm Where: TORRANCE-SOUTH BAY YMCA Fee:FREE Register: Registration not required Continuing our work with our Thanksgiving families, we col lect toys and gifts to be opened Christmas morning. Please join us to organize, wrap, and deliver all of the wonderfu l gifts we collect leading up to the holidays.

Ice Skating at Toyota Sports Center When: Sunday, February 1 1, 1 -3pm Where: Toyota Sports Center, El Segundo Fee: $ 1 0 per person Register: https://goo.gl/tqXSvu or at the membership desk Get your skates ready! We are going to the Toyota Sports Center! This event is for all Adventure Guides part icipants and their families! Dress for the cold with long pants and a jacket.

CONTACT: Lisa Daddario

Li saDaddario@ymcaLA.org or 310 325 5885

Starry Safari Overnight When: Saturday, February 24 - 25 Where: The Living Desert Fee: $ 1 10 per person Register: https://goo.gl/Fkhh 19 or at the membersh ip desk Spend the night at the Starry Safari located in Palm Dessert. Sleeping in tent canopies under the stars, you and your child will have an opportunity to have a night time guided tour through the zoo. With a campfire and s'mores what is a better way to spend the night! When we wake up we wi ll be able to have a special behind the scenes experience! When the adventure ends you are invited to stay and enjoy the rest of the day at the Living Desert.

Spring Beach Campout When: Friday, May 1 8 - Sunday, May 20 Where: Camp Surf, San Diego Fee: $ 135 per person Register: https://goo.gl/qljU8Q. or at the membership desk Spend the weekend tent camping on the beach and enjoy activities like surfing, sports, arts and crafts, and more ! *camping equipment is available to borrow for a $2 5 deposit. Money will be returned after camping equipment is returned.

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FRIENDS, FUN SURF&SUN YMCA Camp Surf Trailblazers !Grades 3-5) TORRANCE-SOUTH BAY YMCA

FOR YOUTH DEVELOPMENT~) FOR HEALTHY LIVING FOR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

YMCA Camp Surf weekend for parents* and their children in the Trailblazers program (grades 3-5).

Don't miss the adventure of a lifetime! Join us for this awesome beach camp adventure! A time you will never forget with your child. You and your ch ild can enjoy body boarding, surfing, archery, arts and crafts, sand sculpture, and the 30ft. climbing tower!

Registration fee includes all activities, all meals on Saturday and breakfast on Sunday at the camp. Bring your camping equipment** because we will camping r ight on the beach! Register at the YMCA or with link provided below.

When: Where: Cost: Register:

Contact:

Friday, May 18 - Sunday, May 20 Camp Surf, San Diego $13 5 per person https:/ /goo.gl/qljU8Q or at the membership desk Megan Brennan, Youth and Family Programs Coordinator meganbrennan@ymcaLA.org or 310 325 5885 x2782

*At the Y, we welcome all families. We define the term parent broadly to include all adults with primary responsibility for raising children: biological parents, adoptive parents, guardians, stepparents, grandparents raising children, or any other type of par­enting relationship.

**camping equipment is available to borrow for a $25 deposit. Money will be returned after camping equipment is returned.

Registration ends May 4th at 5pm. No refunds after May 4th at 5pm. Price includes a 15% non-refundable deposit.

Torrance-South Bay YMCA 2900 W. Sepulveda Blvd, Torrance CA 90505 P 310.325.5885 www.ymcaLA.org/ tsb

Important Notices:

Camp Rules: All camp rules must be followed. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed at camp surf! This is keeping with our YMCA policy & our agreement with Camp Surf. No exceptions. Possession of alcohol, drugs or firearms or breaking camp rules will be grounds for removal from camp with no refunds and exclusion from future camps/events. Noise curfew is 9pm to 8am every night.

Check-In and Sleeping Arrangements: Check in after 4pm on Friday May 16th. Check out time is 12noon on Sunday. You will need to bring your own tent to set up in a camp approved area.

Transportation and Road Conditions: Each family is responsible for their own transportation to and from camp. Camp Surf encourages us to carpool when possible.

Kid Safety: Please set boundaries and safety guidelines for your children and circles prior to camp. Please drive slowly while you are on camp roads!

Damage: You and your circle will be responsible for any damage to the camp. Please treat camp property with respect.

Food Allergies or Special Dietary Needs: The camp orders food well in advance if our weekend. Any food allergies or special dietary needs must be communicated as soon as possible.

Meals: All meals will be provided by the camp from breakfast on Saturday till breakfast on Sunday.

YMCA Camp Surf: 560 Silver Strand Blvd., Imperial Beach, CA 91932 Directions: 405 South to the 1-5 South. Exit Palm Ave, make a left on Palm Ave, turn right on Silver Strand Blvd., Camp Surf will be on left hand side.

What to bring ...

• Your child(ren)

• Tent to stay in

• Bathing Suit

• Camera

• Sleeping Bags

• Pillows

• Flashlights

• First Aid Kit

• Extra clothing

• Hats

• Warm jackets

• Raingear

• Towels

• Personal Hygiene Items

• Sunscreen

• Kleenex

• Chapstick

• 1 Pair of Sneakers

• Beach Footwear

• Beach Bag

• Sunglasses

• Short Sleeve/ T-Shirts

• Water and Water Bottles

Not Allowed: Anything related to fire, alcohol, and water balloons.