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Show iJ) - . ..,,m F t r, . 1 Wf - " . fSWr" rAJ.-.- V - y.4 4 f i' 4 i A - . , - : y .? . ly.r s - - .j ri- y - Jtl 5 The Sampler, April 12, 1984 The month of the young child and fit in the real world that exists outside the home. By S.J. Beeler For those of our readers Children who do not have young children, you are probably wondering what all this fuss over children is about. Lets face They give joy and pride along with a lot of love. Its no surprise that adults who feel happy with their children are better adjusted and have mature objectives. They see their families as a driving force behind their work, goals and desires. Hie government would be foolish not to capitalize on this information. And jt appears that after too long a wait, they are taking action; Children ' of military members live with frequent moves to strange cities and ares of the world. They may attend six schools in as many years when their mom or dad PCS frequently. The flexibility and ability to adapt found in these youngsters military life has been the healthcare services for all family members, and the housing allowance based on rank and family size. In this day and age, having a larger family is almost impossible to raise, educate and keep healthy on the salaries of one or both parents. In the military, housing is furnished most times for members, and the size of the house is decided based on rank and family size. In the military, it doesnt matter if you have two children or twelve. Your family still received health cafe and a roof over its head. For this reason, the military is looking more and more attractive for those couples who desire a larger rA . St MHMUkf. A VA. rm r I I i I I if f - Ur J-.- H H r--j r--r W fg If IfMl ft lUfJiii M k ,lr ) IV ? I r M ' r 4h if ; h V I I. Jfi f ' .? I I 1 1 I F -- i: '' ' - r- ; 'I - - s HI ; . f , f jJ " ' : v . ' J vli V ; . yj ?' ? t S .- ; ' . , :n 'H w - .. :., v; ;'. ' ' y, bag-lunc- c- a, - ' y- - y . i t. ' rf :lt f y.'u :.j ' i1- n r ( a r. v v V. : - V 4. f ; MM , 7 - . - f . .r iV-vi- with parents on the 11th, a pet day on the 16th, a bear tea party on the 17th and a childrens art showing on the 30th. Hie instructors and. helpers at the facility invite all parents to visit them and see the new facilities. They will be happy to answer any questions that you may have. You may call Mrs. Carter at the center at 3345. ;'rf jI ' ol and for afternoon; some part-dasome all day. Other activities this month to celebrate the month of the h young child will incude a cognizable shortfalls. Our children feel safe inside our gate. They are allowed the room to ramble about with relative safety. Kidnapping is not a stark reality at Dugway. Our schools are good, very good. Hie children here benefit from a relaxed atmosphere. The class size here is thing different from each of their parents, and this information helps them to adjust - pre-scho- Children at Dugway may parents; They learn some- i - 'I k-r;;- I. ij MIf ' ; s. I . .j . This month, the center again starts up with a busy calendar of activities to teach and entertain. There are classes for morning experience a more protected life than what could be found in a big city. Hiis has obvious benefits and some not so re- Lots of it. They also require time spent with both of their - i ffV'lU:t; J ; .VVVV V. hf w-ws, SSi i activity. make new friends. Children require time. r v J- - freedom to move around many areas, exploring different activities and learning tools. Hie center recently installed smaller scale bathroom facilities, an act. which has rasied a lot of parents consciousness regarding how much children must adapt their small sizes to a big, adult size world. These new fixtures will make it possible for a small child to tend to bathroom functions by himself, and not require a caregiver to accompany and help with every visit by every child. This freedom allows the child to accomplish the task by himself, and allows the caregiver to help someone else with another young children of military parents. School programs vary greatly from one state to another and group norms vary as well. Children who move often must fit in and the iceburg when it comes to raising a child or family. Kids need shoes. And clothes. And they need to have some activities that take them outside the classroom or home and teach them important lessons about teamwork and responsibility. "i . . We all know tht moving is rough. .New places, faces and customs are constantly facing tell you that housing and health care are only the tip of v- level. .The center boasts large rooms allowing children the ' family. But any parent will rush to at- Our day care facility is .great, too. We have recently completed extensive renovation which brought the center up to a state of the art type Children add purpose to the lives of their parents. over 200 years failed to recognize the important value and place of children, in the lives of its military members. One of the best benefits of J dont just take from their families, they give something as well. it, the government has for - small, and individualized tention is easily achieved. f jV'' j . s J- .0? , tv ii- - r- ; ; 4 IV. - . . V . s? & - ' y? ;lr v y .. .. , ' y t' k ; ; -- i'.r: I &t;?' OBSERVATION WINDOWS "and exit ramps were built In many of the rooms at the center allowing helpers to check on sleeping children without going into rooms in which they are resting. Here, center director, Nancy Carter tucks a young patron in for a nap. ' V. . ' : v ;:4i t. s Sv. 1 PROPER DENTAL HYGIENE is taught at the center and children brush their teeth after meals. Using their lowered sinks, Stephanie Wilde, Tim Beeler and Tiffany Goff get will not require scrubbing. The center installed smaller scale toilet facilities so that children individual assistance in the bathrooms. When severla children all need toi utilize restrooms. having the fixtures lower to the ground, and on a smaller scale frees care givers to help others who need assistance. tf i f , ; r; ' J f ' F iff y ? .A'- V. . -- , . v Wf'f r. i r, , f f- - A 7NNPMVWWW? I'V.. I : i . t ; if f XJ ' nr f h ' - I r rt.1 .x-- 1 x -- i , i : 'it ; 1 f'v;'M 'w ; wr'-; r J 1, v i i i' J- - 41. J NEW FACILITIES at the center include work areas at which Caregivers can sit and take a few moments to update records regarding the development of children at the center. Here, Brian and others stay at the Ruth Nelson speaks with Brian Smith about an art project. ' area at schools. after and kindergarten facility before 1 rl CHECKING FOOD SUPPUES is Ginger Scow, Child Development Center worker. Ginger and the kitchen staff make sure their young charges have a yummy hot lunch, breakfast and two nutritional snacks every day. v ' i (i .. .. i |