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Show ..Gunnison Valiev NewsSalina Sun Wednesday August 19. 1998 Page 9 10 tips to get back in Smooth out your the swing of studying transition from summer (ARA) Making a smooth transi- from the relaxed days of summer tion (ARA) If your brain remains bn assignment into steps and set deadline the to structure of a school schedule vacation mode after the first school dates for each task. isnt always easy. But, you and your bell has rung, you may need help getf you get bored, sw itch to another children take can advantage of a more ting back on the academic track. Be- subjecttask for a while. flexible summer schedule to prepare - Take short breaks fore homework and tests overwhelm every 30 to 60 for the whirlwind of fall. you, put these study tips into practice: minutes (the older the student, the Here are some tips: - Get enough sleep! A rested m ind is longer heshe can go between breaks). - Start adhering to a bedtime sched- Read every day; elementary stua sharper mind. Eight to 10 hours of ule at least two weeks before school sleep a night will aid both attention dents should begin with aminimum of This is especially important begins. 15 minutes. span and concentration. forchildren in elementary school. The - Whenever appropriate, encourage - Schedule studyhomework seslong days of summer often lead to late sions for the same time each day. A children to do their homework indeand later rising times. Givbedtimes consistent schedule makes it easier to pendently. i fam k cush ion to ly a ing your - Eat healthy meals and snacks. Just establish study time as a daily habit. school-tim- e a to will schedule adjust - Choose a quiet, comfortable place as with adequate sleep, nutrition can the stress for everyone. reduce for study where basic supplies, such as influence performance. - Go through your closets now! BeCourtesy of Article Resource Assopaper, sharpened pencils, erasers, scislieve it or not, the annual Back to sors, dictionary, etc., are handy. Again, ciation, www.aracopy.com consistency is helpful. Turn off the television and any loud music. - Use a calendar or planner to keep track of daily assignments. - Dont procrastinate! Begin working on assignments the same day they are given, even if its just to break the -- School sales have already begun as retailers try to get a jump on one of the biggest buying seasons. Have your childrenhelpsortthroughtheirclothes 1 as you determine what still fits and what may be handed down or handed on. You can cut your shopping time down considerably if you make a list of what you need and check through the sales flyers before you head to the stores. - Purchase school supplies early. While many schools request specific school suppl ies, you can counton your children needing certain staples, such as notebooks, pencils, erasers, crayons, rulers, scissors and lunch boxes. You can avoid the madness by picking these items up now. - Think about activities. Many programs are enrolling students now. If youre children are interested in specific programs, it may be helpful to make some phone calls to determine when the activities are offered and any registration deadlines. This way, you can have plenty of time to plan your familys available to join you for exercise, try weekly schedule and fit everyones activities in. calling a friend or joining an exercise - Dont forget about those physiclass or recreational sports league. Its cals! Updated immunization records a great way to get a workout and and physical exams are required for expand your social circle! children entering kindergarten. most Every fall, new and former stuIf you are unsure of your school dents return to my Jazzercise classes. notes Missett. Not only do they find districts requirements, contact your child's school and schedule any necit works well with their school-yea- r schedules, it provides a social outlet as essary appointments so hisher first the temperatures begin to drop and day will go smoothly. Courtesy of Article Resource Assopeople spend more time indoors. Courtesy of Article Resource Asso- - ciation, www.aracopy.com two-wee- Good nutrition a ren ents LJL 6 ma!c- in their lunches, eating what and 2) the correlation between good nutrition and strong academic performance. A healthy, lunch can help your childs mental acuity and alertness, said Ann Louise Gittleman, M.S., certified nutrition specialist. But, that s only if they eat that well- balanced meal. Lesson One: The Lunch Packed is and - tiem more v'suay appealing veyedby Wirthlin Worldwide say they are careful about monitoring the nutri- tionalvalueoftheirchildrens lunches. But fewer parents (only 36 percent) say there is a strong connection be- tween what their child eats for lunch and his or her academic performance. Recent research from Tufts University confirms the link between nutrition and cognitive development in children. According to the universitys study on severely undernourished children. Even nutritional deficiencies ofa rela- ot m brown-baggin- Al-dr- after-scho- ol Burson-Marstelle- Good Nutrition Nearly all parents (95 percent) sur- - schedules of a As family (ARA) change in the hustle and bustle - Dont deny your children snacks, because theyll get them another way. Instead of cookies or chips, try a healthy treat, such as Balance Bars , that will satisfy that craving. - Encourage kids to eat colorful vegetables by including a tasty dip. Veg- etables pack a powerful nutrition punch because they are loaded with vita-mins, minerals, phytonutrients and nature influence tively short-terAlways the Lunch Eaten ber. childrens behavior, ability to concenAccording to a MayJune 1998 study . Add color and a little sweetness to trate, and to perform complex tasks. by Wirthlin Worldwide, almost halfof lunch with delicious fruit. Remember, If a child skips breakfast, or does children surveyed trade lunch items at at least five servings of fruits and not have a nutritious lunch, that days least once or twice a week, with nearly test scores may suffer, says G ittleman. vegetables are recommended daily. 10 percent trading every day. When - Set agood example for your children Surely, if parents fully understood kids were asked why they trade lunch meals the impact food has on their childrens by eating healthy, items, most said that they didnt like yourself. school work, they would more caretheir own lunch or were bored with the I recommend Balance Bars as part fully plan lunch, supply breakfast in same items. Many kids view trading as of a school lunch because they are a the morning, and have healthy snacks an important social activity, a ritual or more nutritious alternative tojunk food throughout the day. a game. snacks and taste great, states Parents should talk with their kids With kids trading and discarding Gittleman. Balance Bars are a deliabout the importance of good nutrivarious items in their lunches, from cious addition to any school lunch, tion, Gittleman continues. It is essandwiches and fruit to milk and and are a terrific source of nutrition sential that children understand not snacks, it is difficult to guarantee a and vitamins. With 10 exciting fla- just what they should do, but why they meal and preparedness vors, such as Yogurt Honey Peanut, should do it. for a day of learning. While there are Almond Butter Crunch and Banana Good nutrition helps with school no guarantees children will eat their Coconut, there is sure to be a variety to performance by stabilizing blood sugar lunch, by incorporating the following meeteachchildsparticulartastes.The levels. Benefits of a stable blood sugar g tips into the routine, new Mini Balance Bar, an ideal snack include extended energy and balanced parents may deter kids from trading size.comesinthreedeliciousandpopu-lunc- h moods, wh ich can also im pact a ch ilds items away: lar flavors Almond Brownie, ability to perform well in school, - Common sense tells us that if chil- - Chocolate and concludes Gittleman. Honey Peanut. Balance Balance Bars and dont eat something at home, though mini bars are not a meal likely they wont eat it at school, placement. Balance Bars are also great Drink Mixes are owned and marketed Let your kids help pack the lunch and for kids who skip breakfast or need an by the Balance Bar Company, based identify nutritious foods they like and additional energy boost between class in Carpinteria, Calif. The company is in the nutritional foods induswill eat. and sports or school and a leader Formore - Vary the items information, contact Lisa in try. their dinner. you pack r, (3 0) lunches such as a sandwich one Lesson Two: The Importance of Willet, day, and macaroni and vegetable salad the next. Dont forget family exercise once school is in session success at school schoolchil- - - Use different breads for sandwiches !t "k ea ac tot e c assroom, par-- such as pita, rolls or hot dog buns; cut ave two essons o t eirownto the sandwiches with a cookie cutter to 1 226-300- 0. Courtesy of Article Resource Association, wwu aracopy com. Technology Center Offers Courses Sanpete for 98-9- 9 School Year in Adults and high school juniors and seniors will have three technology programs available to them in effort involving Snow College, Sevier Valley ATC, and Sanpete County. This has been a cooperative North and South Sanpete School Districts. Students can get high school credit and work toward ATC. completion certificates at Sevier Valley new school year, parents often take an unintentional vacation from exercise, Its easy to stay physically active duiing the long, warm days of sum- mer when family bike rides, walks. swims and golf outings and other recreational sports activities are at their peak. But what happens when the kids return to school? Most fam il ies experience a big sh i ft when school begins, states fitness expert Judi Sheppard Missett. founder of Jazzercise. Schedules often become much more structured, but parents can use this to their advantage when it comes to exercise. Missett offers the following tips for maintaining a regular exercise program as summer slips into fall. - Map out the family s weekly schedule, then look for blocks of time when you can exercise. Perhaps theres an houror two while the kids are in school. Or maybe you can coordinate your workouts with their sports practices or activities. L Enlist the supportparticipation of family members. For example, alternate workout evenings with your spouse. One of you can head to the gym on Mondays and Wednesdays, the other on T uesdays and Thursdays. Your kids get quality time with each parent, and you save the cost of a Up 50 West 200 North Gunnison 1 Ik jk AmBucd Call, Mail or FAX Laurie Schafer See Itt Rural Community Leisure life-styyearround Specatacutar Scenery P.O. Box 308, Monflcello. UT 84535 1 FAX 16 GREAT WESTERN LEASING & SALES (801) 295-181- 1 (800) 211-281- 1 Mobile Storage Containers and Mobile Offices Buy Rent Lease 40 fit. Containers $110 per mo. 20 fit. Containers $85 per mo. 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