May 2016 Issue - East Baton Rouge Parish Schools

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ONE BOOK—ONE COMMUNITY
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Need Help Paying
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Grandparents Night
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One Book/One Community program is
sponsored by the East Baton Rouge Parish
Library, with partners Forum 35 and Up
Alliance, who have partnered with libraries,
school systems, religious and community
organizations, and key leaders of industry and
commerce throughout the nine-parish area to
implement this comprehensive program.
Why participate?
Five Tips for Using
Rewards Wisely
BREC Summer
Camp Information
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BREC Summer
Camp Information
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Tips for Parents of
Preschoolers
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Woodlawn Elementary
Well Represented in
Young Author’s
Contest
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EBR Students
Perform in Theatre
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Baton Rouge’s
Production
One Book/One Community expands the world
of the reader by providing a broader and
deeper understanding of literature.
What Is It?
One Book/One Community is a communitywide reading program sponsored by the East
Baton Rouge Parish Library, with partners
Forum 35 and Up Alliance. People from all
walks of life, including middle and high
school students, are encouraged to read and
then discuss Kingfish: The Reign of Huey P.
Long by Richard D. White, Jr. Former Governor and Senator Long promised to make
“Every Man a King,” beginning with himself,
and under his quasi-dictatorial rule, Louisiana
grew more than it has in a single governor's
term before or since. Programs will occur
throughout the library system in partnership
with Forum 35.
The concept started in 1998 with
the Washington Center for the Book's project,
"If All of Seattle Read the Same
Book"; today, cities and towns all over the
nation strengthen their communities through
a celebration of reading. 2016 will see a new
governor for Louisiana and the election of a
new President of the United States; what
better way to celebrate democratic tradition
than to read about the ways it has been
manipulated?
Reading great literature provokes people to
think about their environment, their relationships, and themselves. Talking about great
literature with friends, family and neighbors or
co-workers add richness and depth to the
experience of reading.
This information sharing strengthens our
community - we develop a sense of community around the shared experience of reading
and talking about one great book.
Does it really work?
Yes! Reading sparks our imaginations, raises
questions, exposes us to different viewpoints,
and shapes our understanding of the world.
The shared experience of reading and
discussing the same book provide the
community with the opportunity to start an
open dialogue with friends, neighbors, and
coworkers!
Public Service Numbers at the Main Library
Library Information Service/Reference: (225) 231-3750 |
eref@ebrpl.com | Text: (225) 361-8476
Circulation/Renewals: (225) 231-3740 | (225) 231-3744
Administration: (225) 231-3700
Children's Department: (225) 231-3760
Young Adults' Department: (225) 231-3770
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Highland Road Park Observatory Hosts
International Astronomy Day
Raffle tickets are on sale now with prizes totaling over
$700 including the grand prize of an Orion 40th
Anniversary Skyquest XT8 Dobsonian Telescope.
Drawings will be held during the event but you do not
have to be present to win.
Close to Home and Out of this World
Spend an evening among the
stars as Highland Road Park
Observatory (HRPO), 13800
Highland Road, hosts its 10th
annual International Astronomy
Day celebration on Saturday,
May 14 from 3-11 p.m.
This event is free to the public and open to all ages.
For more information about this celebration or to
purchase raffle tickets, visit hrpo.lsu.edu, call
225-768-9948 or email observatory@brec.org.
The greatest International Astronomy Day (IAD) event in the
area returns for its 10th anniversary! HRPO will once again host visitors from the Baton
Rouge Amateur Radio Club, the Baton Rouge Gem
and Mineral
Society, the Baton Rouge Metropolitan Airport, BREC's Bluebonnet Swamp Nature
Center, the Civil Air Patrol, East Baton Rouge Parish
Library and LIGO for a day of "close to home and out of
this world" fun.
HRPO is sponsored by BREC, LSU's Department of
Physics and Astronomy and the Baton Rouge
Among some of the guest favorites, the Scope-on-aRope session and chemistry demonstrations will return
and the "Train like an Astronaut" layout will be expanded. There will be viewings (weather permitting) of the
Sun, the Moon, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn and Omega
Centauri. For its third year, IAD will showcase multiple
robots from local U.S. First Robotics high school teams.
Kids will also enjoy a dry slide and spacewalk, as well
as a bonus ride and, the hugely popular, Adventure
Quest game. Participants will have their choice of
delicious food and drinks from Louisiana Lemonade
and City Gelato.
Need Help Paying for Child Care?
 Do you have a child who lives with you and is
under the age of 13 in need of care?
 Do you have a child between the ages of 13
through 18 with special needs?
 Do you work, go to school, or attend a training
program at least 30 hours per week?
If you answered yes, the Louisiana Child Care
Assistance Program may be able to help you pay for:
Family Size
Max Monthly
Gross Income
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Before & After School Care
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Child Care
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Holiday Care
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Summer Care
You must be a Louisiana resident and your monthly
gross income may not exceed the following limits*:
2 persons 3 persons 4 persons 5 persons 6 persons 7 persons 8 persons 9 persons
$2,150
$2,256
$3,162
$3,668
$4,173
$4,268
4,363
$4,458
CCAP Webpage: http://www.louisianabelieves.com/early-child-hood/child-care-assistance-program/
Phone: 1.877.453.2721
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Grandparents Night Out Dance
Join us for a fun-filled and relaxing evening as we
celebrate Grandparents Raising Grandchildren’s Annual
Spring Fling. Dance and/or socialize with other grandparents/caregivers/friends as music fills the air. We will
have food, music, and dancing.
Tickets are available for a nominal fee of $5.00 per
person. Portraits will be available to capture that
special evening.
For tickets, call (225)810-3555 or contact any GRG
board member.
Spring Fling
Sponsored in part by the
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Information Center of Louisiana
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren of Louisiana is
an organization dedicated to offering both information
and support to grandparent and other kinship caregivers and their families. We are a 501c3 non-profit
organization committed to serving these families in any
way that we can.
When people are placed in a circumstance that
requires kinship care, our organization can help. We
provide referral sources that those caregivers may find
valuable, along with access to expert advice on legal
matters such as custody laws, the establishment of
legal guardianship, and adoption.
For more information please visit our website at:
www.lagrg.org
Friday, May 13, 2016
6:00 p.m. until 10:00 p.m.
Kristenwood Reception & Catering Hall
14025 Greenwell Springs Road
Baton Rouge, LA
Five Tips for Using Rewards Wisely
Our unconditional love for our children often drives us to
reward them for good behavior or excelling in academics. However, we should reward them wisely:
3. Track progress with a chart. A basic chart that
records your child's work on a daily basis reminds
everyone of the plan.
1. Keep expectations and the timeline reasonable. It
is better to evaluate your child's weekly progress than to
provide rewards for long-term goals such as report card
grades. Provide rewards for each step your child takes
toward better study habits and discipline, not merely on
seeing an A+.
4. Give positive attention as well as rewards. Your
child needs your regular interest in, and supervision of,
school activities and homework. Studies have shown
that parent involvement is more successful in helping
kids become good students than simply offering
rewards or punishment.
2. Consider incentives other than cash. It's fine to
offer a few material reward choices (fancy hair ribbons,
comic books, a trip to the dollar store), but rewards can
also be special personal incentives (e.g., an outing to a
sports event, choosing the nightly dinner menu).
5. Rewards aren't forever. Applaud your child's
achievements: The goal is for your child to fall into a
consistent pattern of better work habits and to find that
the results bring their own rewards.
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BREC Summer Camps for 2016
Musical Theatre Performance Camp
Our campers have the exciting opportunity to produce a
full-scale musical in just two weeks! Each session will
lead its participants through auditioning, choreography,
staging and music vocal rehearsals. Parents, family
and friends are invited to the see the production on the
last day of camp.
Session 1: Disney's Winnie the Pooh
June 6-17 (Required performance on June 17 at 7
p.m.) / Ages: 7-10
For over 40 years, BREC’s Summer Camps have been
an inclusive, family tradition in East Baton Rouge
Parish! Parents recognize the quality of BREC’s
summer program which is loaded with a diverse curriculum of fun and memory-making activities that are
second to none. Campers experience recreational
games, community field trips, sports, cultural arts,
develop new friendships and more. From recreation
and theatre to animals and science, there is a camp for
children of all ages and interests!
BREC Sports Camp
Participants
will
learn
the
fundamentals
of
several sports and will work on technical ability and
tactical play. The camp will cover football, baseball,
volleyball and basketball. The participants will also be
introduced to additional sports like ultimate Frisbee,
dodgeball, soccer and kickball. Each day campers will
be given a fitness test that covers different exercises
they can take home and continue to develop on their
own. Campers will visit athletic facilities throughout the
Baton Rouge area and have local athletes speak to
them about the opportunities that exist and what they
need to do in order to achieve their athletic goals.
Highland Road Community Park
Session 1: June 13-17
Session 2: June 27-July 1
Session 3: July 11-15
Session 4: July 25-29
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Ages: 6-12
$115 per person per session
Session 2: The Wizard of Oz
June 20-July 1 (Required performance on July 1 at 7
p.m.) / Ages: 11-18
8 a.m.-5 p.m. / Early drop-off starts at 7 a.m. and late
pick-up until 6 p.m.; $25 early/late drop-off
$230 per camper for Baton Rouge Parish residents /
$276 per camper for out-of-parish residents
Play Production for Kids Camp
Every young actor's chance to be a star! Students in
this camp experience the entire play production process, from auditions and learning lines to dress rehearsals and performances. At the end of the program,
participants present an all-kids-production. In this special program, students learn theatre skills and gain acting experience through hands-on participation in the
production process. On with the show!
Session 1: Charlotte's Web
July 11-22 (Required performance on July 22 at 7
p.m. ) / Ages: 7-10
Session 2: The Wizard of Oz
July 25-Aug. 5 (Required performance on Aug. 5 at 7
p.m. ) / Ages: 11-18
8 a.m.-5 p.m. / Early drop-off starts at 7 a.m. and late
pick-up until 6 p.m.; $25 early/late drop-off
$230 per camper for Baton Rouge Parish residents /
$276 per camper for out-of-parish residents
FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT BREC’S WEBSITE
www.brec.org
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BREC Summer Camps for 2016
Outdoor Adventure Camp
Outdoor Adventure Camp offers the excitement of high
adventure activities like kayaking, rock-climbing,
archery, hiking, biking, slacklining and more, mixed in
with your favorite traditional camp activities. Learn
survival skills and hang out with your friends. Our
experienced staff will assist campers in trying out new
and exciting activities safely and correctly. Fees include
all field trips to various destinations. Registration is
limited to 25 campers per session. This camp fills up
fast, so please register early!
Greenwood Community Park
June 6-10
June 13-17
June 27-July 1
July 11-15
July 18-22
July 25-29
City-Brooks Community Park
June 13-17
June 20-24
June 27-July 1
July 11-15
July 18-22
July 25-29
Ages: 8-12
7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
$120 per participant per week
Summer in the City
Presented by BREC's Golf, Outdoor Adventure, Art
Gallery and Tennis Departments.
At BREC's only teen summer camp, participants can
indulge in the arts, adventure outdoors and work on the
lifelong sports of tennis and golf. This camp is perfect
for any young adult who would like to spend a unique
week of their summer making new friends, playing
sports, being creative and pushing the limits of what's
possible outdoors! Sessions may include: golf lessons,
tennis lessons, art projects, kayaking, paddle boarding,
outdoor survival skills and more. Sign up early, as this
session
is
anticipated
to
sell
out
fast.
City-Brooks Community Park
June 6-10 / 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. / Ages: 13-17
$260 per East Baton Rouge Parish resident
$312 per out-of-parish resident
Summer Camp
Summer break means Zoo Camp time! Ages and
themes vary by week. Each session is different so
children can enjoy multiple weeks at the Zoo.
Session 1 / Globetrotters: May 23-27 (Ages: 5-7)
Session 2 / Have It Your Way: May 30-June 3 (Ages: 5-7)
Session 3 / Brought to You By...: June 6-10 (Ages: 8-10)
Session 4 / Nature Thought of it First:June 13-17 (Ages 8-10)
Session 5 / Nature at Work: June 20-24 (Ages 11-13)
Session 6 / Sensory Safari: June 27-July 1 (Ages 5-7)
Session 7 / Wet and Wild: July 4-8 (Ages 5-7)
Session 8 / Bringing Up Baby: July 11-15 (Ages 8-10)
Session 9 / Wet and Wild: July 18-22 (Ages 8-10)
Session 10 / Decoding Nature: July 25-29 (Ages 11-13)
9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Early drop-off starts at 7:30 a.m. and late pick-up is
until 5:30 p.m. at no additional fee.
$120 per child per week for East Baton Rouge Parish
residents
$142 per child per week for out-of-parish residents
For more information about summer camp at the Zoo,
please visit brzoo.org or call 225-775-3877, option 2.
Financial Aid
BREC provides limited financial assistance. BREC
requires all applicants to pay at least half of the registration fee for every session they plan to attend at the
time of requesting a financial assistance form. All
recreation centers provide financial assistance forms
that include directions for completing the financial
assistance process. Registrants must complete
BREC’s Financial Assistance Form in its entirety with
the required documents attached for financial assistance in order for BREC to consider the application.
BREC does not make exceptions. BREC does not offer
financial assistance for out-of-parish residents. BREC
financial assistance is available on a first come, first
serve basis until funds are no longer available.
The payment and registration policies indicated above
do not apply to Zoo Camp.
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EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CORNER
Every child deserves a champion – an adult who will never give up on them, who understands the power of
connection and insists that they become the best that they can possibly be.
~Rita Pierson
Tips for Parents of Preschoolers
a story. Discuss what's happening, point out things
on the page, and answer your child's questions. Ask
questions of your own and listen to your child's responses.
•Read it again and again and again.
Your child will probably want to hear a favorite story
over and over. Go ahead and read the same book for
the 100th time! Research suggests that repeated
readings help children develop language skills.
•Talk about writing, too.
The early years are critical to developing a lifelong
love of reading. You can't start reading to a child too
soon!
•Read together every day.
Read to your child every day. Make this a warm and
loving time when the two of you can cuddle close
together. Bedtime is an especially great time for
reading together.
•Give everything a name.
You can build comprehension skills early, even with
the littlest child. Play games that involve naming or
pointing to objects. Say things like, "Where's your
nose?" and then, "Where's Mommy's nose?" Or
touch your child's nose and say, "What's this?"
•Say how much you enjoy reading together.
Tell your child how much you enjoy reading with him
or her. Look forward to this time you spend together.
Talk about "story time" as the favorite part of your
day.
•Read with fun in your voice.
Read to your child with humor and expression. Use
different voices for different characters. Ham it up!
•Know when to stop.
If your child loses interest or has trouble paying
attention, just put the book away for a while. Don't
continue reading if your child is not enjoying it.
•Be interactive.
Engage your child so he or she will actively listen to
Draw your child's attention to the way writing works.
When looking at a book together, point out how we
read from left to right and how words are separated
by spaces.
•Point out print everywhere.
Talk about the written words you see in the world
around you and respond with interest to your child's
questions about words. Ask him or her to find a new
word every time you go on an outing.
•Get your child evaluated if you suspect a
problem.
Please be sure to see your child's pediatrician or
teacher as soon as possible if you have concerns
about his or her language development, hearing, or
sight.
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Woodlawn Elementary Well Represented in Young Author’s Contest
The Louisiana Reading Association announced the winners of the Young Authors Contest at the LSU Lab School
on April 13, 2016. The Capitol Area Reading Council (CARC) includes the parishes of East Baton Rouge,
Ascension, East Feliciana, Iberville, Livingston, Point Coupee, and West Baton Rouge. There were 19 district
winners from Woodlawn Elementary and six of these winners placed in the state competition.
Non Fiction Category—Kindergarten- Cole B., 1st place; Second Grade-Katelyn R., 1st place; Fourth Grade,
Ja’myra J., 1st place and 2nd place in state; Fifth grade- Azyriah L., 2nd place; and Cody L. 3rd place.
Fiction Category—Kindergarten—Savannah C., 1st place and 2nd place in state; First Grade-Avery M. 1st place
and 3rd place in state; Second Grade-Ainsley H., 1st place; Charleigh H., 2nd place; and Laurel R., 3rd place;
Third Grade-Farrah F., 3rd place; Fourth Grade-Zane D., 1st place and 2nd place in state; Fifth Grade-Adrienne
E.,
1st place and 3rd place in state.
Poetry Category—Kindergarten-Katelyn D., 1st place; Second Grade-Rex W. 1st place and 2nd place in state;
Third Grade-Chazzy M., 1st place; Fourth Grade- Seth W., 1st place, Fifth Grade-McKenzie F., 3rd place.
WOODLAWN ELEMENTARY
8160 Antioch Road
Baton Rouge, LA
70817
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EBR Students Perform in
Theatre Baton Rouge’s Production
Several East Baton Rouge Parish School students participated in Theatre Baton Rouge’s production of The
Boyfriend on March 10-20, 2016. The show was produced as part of the theatre’s Young Actors Program, which
aims to teach, create, and nurture the artistic development of actors and technicians ages 7-18 through education
and high quality theatrical productions. The Boyfriend, a light-hearted spoof of the musical comedies of the 1920s, is
set against the backdrop of the French Riviera and features a catchy score and excitingly complex dance numbers.
Pictured from left to righ: Elexis Selmon, Baton Rouge Magnet High School; Mitchell Boyle, Baton Rouge Magnet
High School; Ronson Scott, Baton Rouge Center for Visual and Performing Arts; Charlie Beck, McKinley High
School; Claudia Suire, Lee High School; Macie Sentino,Glasgow Middle School.
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May 6th—Last Day High School Seniors Attend
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May 18th—20th Early Dismissal Days/4th Nine Weeks Grading Period/6th Six Weeks
Grading Period
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May 20th—Last Day for Students/Teachers
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*Parent Power is a publication of the
East Baton Rouge Parish School System
Warren Drake, Superintendent of Schools
wdrake@ebrschools.org
Marlon Cousin, Coordinator of Title I
mcousin@ebrschools.org
Patricia Hinojosa-Zamora, ESL Instructional Support Teacher
pzamora@ebrschools.org
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