Summer Learning Activites, Going to the Beach, Fourth of July

Hi All,

Just a bit of info for those of you working directly with children (or parents) to encourage summer learning FUN & keeping those brains thinking! Also attached is a handout form the Sawyer Free to sign up for summer reading. Stay cool,Amy

Amy Larsen

Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant Coordinator

Pathways for Children

29 Emerson Ave.

Gloucester, MA 01930

Telephone 978 281-2400 ext. 120/ FAX 978 281-7053

alarsen@pw4c.org

June 28, 2010 Your Child, 7-11 Dear Parents, With summer vacation upon us, are you worried your child won't retain what she learned during the year? Stop summer brain drain with these summer learning activities. · Backyard Volcano Activity · Reading Lists for All Ages · Summer Math Worksheet Find more summer learning activities. Also in this Issue: Plan a Beach Day Get creative during your next trip to the beach. · The 10 Best Beach-Themed Crafts and Activities · Beach Bag Essentials Printable · Beach Obstacle Course Hot Topics on FE Take a look at our fresh content and the hot topics affecting your family. · Fourth of July Activities and Crafts · Stay Safe in the Sun · Top Alternatives to College From the Editors at FamilyEducation.com Find Fun Activities for Kids Search our Activities Center to find thousands of crafts, games, and puzzles for kids of all ages. Brought to you by Barilla. Encouraging Summer Reading How do you encourage your kids to read over summer break? Weigh in now! 32% By setting a good example -- they always see me reading. 49% By introducing them to books on subjects they're interested in. 5% Bribery's the only way to get them to crack open a book. 14% I still haven't found a way that works. Switch It Up Take a break and play Switch, our addictive fast-finger game. Brought to you by Barilla. Food and Recipes Are you wondering how to make healthy, delicious meals for your family without spending all day in the kitchen? Search our recipe database for quick, easy-to-make dishes that your family will love.

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I never did read my paper today! Missed this, a great story I'm involved with re: housing and the obit of Sonia Weitz! Wondering what else I missed!

	'Good kids, bad choices' Source: salemnews.com SALEM — Charlene Knorr just worked a full-day's shift at her job in Billerica for an electronics company and is back home, working again. Her husband, who works nights, and children were home during the day and the house needs, as she puts it, "straightening up."
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Learn to Cope

"There is hope, you are not alone"

Hi All,

This is a new program on Cape Ann, beginning on Tuesday. This is a great resource for parents and family members affected by drug & alcohol abuse of a loved one. I hear it is rather unique & peer facilitated and obviously discreet. Please pass the info along to those that you may know could use support! See below:

Thanks, Amy

"Learn to Cope", is a support group for parents, family members and care-givers struggling with a member of the family who is addicted to opiates and other drugs. This support group will be held Tuesdays at Addison Gilbert Hospital, 298 Washington Street, Gloucester from 7-9 p.m. in the Library. Sponsored by Healthy Gloucester Collaborative, there is no fee or pre-registration required.

For more information, please call 508-801-3247 or visit www.learn2cope.org

Endontist Needed

Does anyone know of an Endontist that takes Masshealth?
Please contact Carla King.

Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
Carla.King@state.ma.us
or
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862

---------------Free Fun Fridays--------------

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click on URL below to go to direct links.

http://www.highlandstreet.org/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=35&Itemid=40

Starts June 25th.

Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families
(formerly known as Dept Social Services)

Carla.King@state.ma.us

or

978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862

***********Discounts for Summer Activities**************

***Please let me know if you want to pre-order Water Country Tickets at a better rate (see below), I need a pre-paid order of at least 25.

***Also- we still have a FREE pass good for up to 6 people for the Stone and Franklin Park Zoos! It expires 6/31 and I am not sure yet if it will be renewed. But most dates are open for June if you are interested!

Discounts for Summer Activities

These Discounts are good for Foster families, social workers, clients and even friends and family. So Feel Free to pass along!

Water Country passes will be available again this year. This year’s admission is going up to $36.99. The pass price is $28.00. Tickets may be purchased from Carla. Cash only please. These passes will be available all summer. Passes are valid with no expiration date. (Children under 48 inches are $20.00 at the door). I will also be able to get tickets at presale price of $25. I need to have your order and payment by June 15th and I will order for the $25 price. Later orders can be made but with advance notice and minimum purchase.

Six Flags passes will be available this year. The regular admission is $41.99. The pass price is $25.00. Tickets may be purchased from Carla. Cash only please. These passes will be available all summer.

Canobie Lake passes will be available this year. The regular admission is $30.00. The pass price is $24.50. Tickets may be purchased from Carla. Cash only please. These passes will be available all summer. (Children under 48 inches are $21 at the gate, children under 3 are free) Parking is free.

York's Wild Kingdom The regular admission is $14.75 for children and $19.75 for adults. The pass price is only $11. These tickets can be used from Memorial Day to Labor Day. (children under 4 years old are $4.75 and sold at the gate) Parking is free. This includes the zoo, shows, and amusement rides etc.

Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
Carla.King@state.ma.us
or
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862

Foster care payment schedule

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Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
Carla.King@state.ma.us
or
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862

Do you know of any events in your town?

Please let me know about child/family events in your town!

I try to go to Safety Days and Touch a Truck events as well as others. We have activities for kids or cookie decorating. I know about Danvers events but not other towns.

Please think of me when you hear of things, and if you know a contact person, please send that along too! thanks !

Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
Carla.King@state.ma.us
or
978-825-3862 direct DCF ext 33862

******************First Aid & CPR Class******************

Hi All,

Is anyone out there looking to renew or receive First Aid & CPR training before mid September? I know of three providers needing it before then. If you are interested please let me know before Monday, May 24^th as I am in the process of setting up a class here at Pathways with Cindy Juncka, a Gloucester School nurse & certified American Heart Association instructor. The cost will be $45.00 per person for a maximum of 11 participants.

Thanks, Amy

Amy Larsen

Coordinated Family & Community Engagement Grant Coordinator

Pathways for Children

Telephone 978 281-2400 ext. 120 or alarsen@pw4c.org

******SAVE at Justice - 40% off Coupons Available******

I have coupons for 40% off entire purchase at Justice.

Let me know if you want one!
Please respond with your address, so I don't have to look up.
My email address is Carla.King@state.ma.us. Thanks!

Carla King

Foster Parent Recruiter

Department of Children and Families (formerly known as Dept Social Services)
Carla.King@state.ma.us