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Show Pag B9 Thursday, August 15, 2002 nit tuir-3nbrpmh- Six tips for preparing your Instill a love for learning ready for school is much easier when you, as a When parent think of sending their kids to school fur the first time, a disconcerting image comes to mind: children, away from the comfort of their homes, tearfully clinging to their parents. Theres no way theyll be left alone in this new, scary place. If you are soon to face this situation, it doesn't have to be a traumatic experience - if youre prepared in advance. These from tips, www.lifeadvice.com, will help you get ready for this mile- ready, too. If youre experiencing fear and anxiety, try not to communicate your uneasiness to your stone: Ask yourself how you are feeling about your child starting school. Getting your child child. Start early. Help your child a4just to your occasional absences before he or she is ready for school. Gradually increase the number and length of visits with relatives and friends to boost your child's comfort level with those outside your immediate family. Start with the basics. Preparing your child for school involves basic parenting skills on your part. Use praise and positive reinforcement. Teach preschool, kindergarten or college, the first day of school can be both exciting and stressful for students and parents alike exciting because its a milestone, stressful because it means separation. But preparation can smooth the transition. For the little ones, here are some simple things parents can do to pave the way: Provide a safe and healthy home environment. Make sure your child eats a balanced diet and gets -- enough exercise. Take advantage of your childs natural curiosity to explore new situations and learn new concepts. Praise your child and use feM6! drugs and sex? By the time youve arrived at college, youve pretty well formulated your own set of values. If you run into problems, talk things over with a college counselor or someone else, but let your conscience be your guide. For more information on going back to school, whether its college or kindergarten, and on buying a computer, call to order the free Life Advice brochures titled Your Child's First Day at School," Going Away to Buying a and College" Computer." your child how to communicate, participate and cooperate. Stress the importance of communication skills such as listening and making eye contact. Demonstrate how to express kindness and appreciation tow ard others. Instill a love of learning. Use your childs natural curiosity to help him or her learn new things. Encourage family discussions. Visit the library and read to your child. Show your child how books, new spa-per- could be left holding a very substantial bill. Thousands of children are born each year with disabilities Theyre no less loved than other children, but parenting a child w ilh special needs takes special planning Taking steps now can help arrange tor the child well being, today and tomorrow Aieas to consider include your child legal, financial, medical and educational needs are parent, First day of school exciting, stressful for any age Whether its Planning for your special needs child j Educational Need a special nee-parent, you tail take strides to make sure your child get the best education possible. To do so require becoming an active advocate and participant in your child's educational plana. For starters, find out about the law and what they provide. The Individual With Disabilities Education Act is one of the must important law affecting your child It requires that children with disabilities receive free appropriate education, supplemental services such a speech therapy, and an assessment to determine the child's need. As Addressing I a gal Issues One of the most important things you can do for your child is to draw up a will A will allow you to select a guardian tor your child when you die. It may be especially important to prevent asset distribution to a child with ajiecial needs. If parents die without a will, state law generally w ill distribute asset to the children. Asset in excess of $2,000 distributed to a person w ith a disability may jeopardize government lienefiU, adversely affecting the quality of life for a person with special needs. s, Anticipating Financial Ne-e- Figuring out what your child likely will need after youre gone can be tricky. Ask yourself How much money will my child need for quality lifetime care? Start answering the question by estimating your childs current monthly expenses. Then determine the lumpsum amount you will need to produce that much income on an annual basis. For more information on planning for your Hanning for Medical Needs Specialized medical treatment may be computers and other learning tools help you in your daily life. Always convey a positive attitude about school. Plan ahead for the first school. Get your child of day excited about the big day by reassuring him or her that school is a good place. Visit the school ahead of time. books Read about school to your child so he or she knows what to expect. Prepare meals, clothes and school supplies the night n special-educatio- needed for children w ith sjiecial needs, sometime beginning in a neonatal intensive care unit. Other tunes, the need for such treatments may arise much later. You need to take precautions to ensure you make the most of your medical insurance coverage. Otherwise, you 638 5433 to orchild special needs, call der the free Life Advice brochure Ilanning for Your Special Needs Child." te before. Dont forget about safety. Sending your child to school is an important time to reinforce safety rules. Teach your child how to be alert and make appropriate judgments in certain situations. Stress that your child should never get in a car or go anywhere with anyone Call NOW for Fall Registration or Como by 2S(J 1563 Tuesday, August 20th, 5 8 p.m. without your permission. Likewise, tell your child not to approach the car of anyone who claims to be asking for directions or looking for a lost pet. Encourage your child to turn to a trusted adult for help if a problem arises. td Nmtli 200 l ost (Behind old Middle School) cIvJk ajjozz, tn)MiK, ktj koj ijtcicdiziK in bctlld, Classes forages 3 to adult. positive reinforcement. Encourage your childs interests and talents and accept limitations. Be sure both your child and you are ready for school. If youre experiencing fear and Lets Beal to try not communicate them to your anxiety, child. If your child is no longer a child, but a high school graduate going off to college for the first time, here are some tips for students to help them adjust to campus life: What should you pack? Youll want casual clothes for most activities and a few dress-u- p outfits for special occasions. Take enough clothes and undergarments to last at least two weeks. If you dont already have one, consider buying a computer. A computer is an indispensable tool for writing papers and doing other academic work these days. Buy your computer from a reputable electronics dealer because of the high quality of their machines and services. Be prepared to spend between $1,000 for an entry-levcomputer to $3,000 and up for a higher-en- d computer. el What about a roommate? If youre going to live in college housing, youll most likely receive a questionnaire about roommate preferences and personal habits. The housing office will match your responses with those of other students and attempt to find you a compatible roommate. What about drinking, To be married Mrs. Floyd Humphreys and Mr. James Stoltzfus of Coronado, Calif., and Moab, and Dr. and Mrs. J.M. Duncan of Memphis., Term., announce the engagement of their daughter Ashley Duncan to Mark Mahaffey. A fall wedding is planned at Red Cliffs Lodge near Moab. Ashley was bom in Memphis. She was raised in Connecticut where she graduated from Greenwich High School and Hofstra University. She was the assistant lacrosse coach at Princeton University and subsequently head coach at Tow son State University in Baltimore, Md. She currently resides in Coronado where she owns and Mahaffey of Bobver, Missouri. He is a graduate of Main South High School in Park Ridge and Southern Illinois University. He is the owner of Best Security Products in San Diego. The couple plans to live in Escondido, Calif., after their wedding. 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