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Friday, August 26, 2011 – Daily News 5A Education in Tehama County KEEP ON LEARNING Gateway Science Museum solicits class field trips The Gateway Science Museum is taking reservations for fall 2011 class field trips. While the new school year is just a week old, class visits are already starting. Sponsorship of class field trips will support more class visits and in some cases include bus expenses to transport students to the museum. Many classes are unable to visit the museum only because transportation is costly, and parent drivers often do not carry insurance required to transport children on field trips. Individuals or companies interested in sponsoring a field trip can call Margaret Schmidt, advancement associate, at 898-478 or send an email to meschmidt@csuchico.edu. The museum's fall 2011 exhibits are The Hunt for Treasure!, Past Tents: The Way We Camped and Earth as Art. The Hunt for Treasure! explores the science, history and thrill of treasure hunting. Hands-on activities include digging for trea- sure on Virtual Oak Island and exploring the contents of a geo- cache. Past Tents: The Way We Camped explores camping in Califor- nia from post-Gold Rush times to the mid-1900s. Earth as Art is a collection of images taken from space by satel- lites. From the sand dunes of Algeria to the Painted Desert of Ari- zona, the images offer a unique way to view our planet. Courtesy photo Richfield students and staff paused Friday, Aug. 19 to celebrate the accomplishments made last school year as the school continues to make steady growth. The number of students testing proficient and advanced on the California Standards Test (CST) increased again this year while the num- ber of students testing below proficiency decreased. Richfield had 190 students who took the CST last year. During Friday's assembly, 160 bronze, silver and gold medals were given to students who scored proficient and advanced, and to students who moved up out of below Getting kids ready to return to school (MCT) — Going back to school, particularly if it's a new school, can be a daunting time for kids and their parents. There's a lot to consider, from sleep schedules to proper nutri- tion and immunizations. Much can be accom- plished by establishing good habits, says Dr. Julie Yeh, a pediatrician at Greater Baltimore Med- ical Center, who answered questions about handling the coming school year. Q: How do I get my child off a summer sleep schedule and back to a school schedule? How much sleep does a child need for school, and does it vary by age? A: As the first day of school approaches, it is important to resume a consistent bedtime ritual each evening as well as an early-morning wake-up time. While individual children vary in the exact amount of sleep they may require, school-age chil- dren on average need about 10-12 hours per night, while teenagers require about 8.5-9.5 hours. Most children do not get enough sleep, which can result in prob- lems with behavior, atten- tion and hyperactivity issues, academic perfor- mance, and short term memory. Q: What vaccines should my child get before school starts? A: Most school-age children will need their booster vaccines, such as measles, mumps, rubella (MMR), diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (DTaP), polio and chick- enpox vaccines, by the time they enter kinder- garten. Eleven- to 12- year-olds need an addi- tional diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis booster, as well as vaccination against meningococcal meningitis, for which they should receive a second dose at age 16. Finally, adolescent girls are rec- ommended to receive the human papilloma virus vaccine. Parents should check with their pediatri- cians to make sure they are up to date for these immunizations. It will also be important to obtain their yearly influenza vaccine in the fall. Q: What are some tips for ensuring my child eats a healthful lunch at school? A: When packing lunches, try to include healthy options such as whole-grain breads, fresh fruit and low-fat snacks like popcorn, pretzels or dried fruit. Keep an eye on portion size as well. Water is always a good choice of beverage, but low-fat milk is much pre- ferred if possible. Avoid sugary juices or sodas. If your child purchases lunch at school, preview the lunch menu, which is often provided in advance, and discuss with them what they will choose for the day. Most public school lunches include two fruit or veg- etable options as part of every meal; review those options with your child as well. Also, have your child pick low-fat white milk as a beverage. At the end of the day, stay involved. Ask your child what he or she ended up buying for lunch. Q: What are appropri- ate actions to share with Education News? Send us news and photos of what's happening in your school or classroom e-mail: clerk@redbluffdailynews.com or Fax: 527-9251 Care home offering a Full-time or Part-time position As a Direct Support Professional caring for Adults with Developmental Disabilities Experienced preferred, but not mandatory Please contact Autumn Walker at (530) 209-2748 my child if they are being bullied at school, on the school bus or on the walk to school? A: Bullying is a serious problem. Children should understand that bullying is never OK. If your child is being bullied, encour- age them to speak up in a calm manner and ask the bully to stop. He should then walk away if possi- ble. If it persists, the child should feel comfortable telling a responsible adult figure, such as a parent or school official. Discuss in advance with your chil- dren what they would do in such a scenario, so they are prepared if it ever hap- pens to them. Q: What rules and habits should my child have to ensure their homework gets done in a timely manner? A: Routine, routine, routine. It is important to maintain an evening ritual they involves homework time. Homework should always be done in a quiet area, with little distraction (i.e., not in front of the TV or while on the Inter- net). Parents should stay involved and know what their children are learn- ing. Many kids are active in extra-curricular activi- ties, such as sports, music or other arts. Schoolwork should always come first. It is important not to over- schedule children if they cannot get their tasks completed without losing sleep time. During the school week, try to set limits (parents, too!) in your home regarding screen time with the tele- vision, computer, video games, cellphones and other high-tech hand-held devices. Q: How can I ease my child's "first-day jitters"? A: The first day of school can cause anxiety for some children. This is completely normal. Talk- ing about the plan for the day, including pickup and dropoff, can be helpful. Many schools will allow children to meet their teachers and visit their classrooms beforehand _ take advantage of this. On the first day of school, make sure your child eats a good breakfast. Parents can also put special notes or stickers in their chil- dren's lunch boxes or backpacks for them to find later — this can be a source of comfort for those who have separation or school anxiety. Most "first-day jitters" are just that — gone after the first day. Peacock Emporium Gifts from Around the World Buy 1 & get 25% OFF 2nd & Second Hand Rose Thrift Boutique 20639 Walnut St., Red Bluff • 530-527-3738 THUR. & FRI. ONLY! 9am-5pm ONE $ TWO $$ THREE $$$ DOLLARS ON ALL ITEMS IN ROSE ROOM item Of equal or greater value. WE WELCOME CONSIGNMENT ITEMS SEE YOU IN TOWN SOON @ 516 WALNUT STREET (Except artwork & fine jewelry) basic rankings. After receiving their medals, the students took a victory lap around the gym. Point Clubs were celebrated by the students. Those who achieved membership in the 400 Club used tissue paper to mummify their teach- ers; those in the 500 Club were showered with candy and three members of the 600 Club (per- fect scores) were selected to give Superinten- dent and Principal Rich Gifford a pie in the face. "It's all about the kids and letting them know that their accomplishments are important," Gif- ford said, wiping pie from his face. Recognize your favorite teacher The Tehama County Education Foundation, in cooperation with the Tehama County Department of Education, is sponsoring the Tehama County Teacher of the Year award for 2011-2012. Nominees should be exceptionally skillful and dedicated teachers in any state-approved or accredited school, teaching at any grade level, pre-kindergarten through grade 12, who are plan- ning to continue in an active teacher status. According to Larry Champion, superintendent of schools and foundation member, the selection committee is looking for a teacher with "the supe- rior ability to inspire a love of learning in students of all backgrounds and abilities." Additionally, they must have at least three years of classroom teaching experience and be working full-time as a teacher. The winner will be recognized at the Farm City Night awards banquet in the fall and receive the Golden Apple Award and a $500 check. The win- ner is eligible to submit an application to the Cal- ifornia Department of Education for consideration for the California Teacher of the Year. Lynette Faulkner was chosen as the 2010-2011 Teacher of the Year. Parents, teachers, administrators, and board members may nominate a teacher whom they feel is an exceptionally skillful and dedicated teacher. Nomination forms are available at the Tehama County Department of Education, 1135 Lincoln St., or online at www.tehamaschools.org. The deadline for nominations is Friday, Sept. 2. For more information, call the Tehama County Department of Education at 528-7323. NORTHERN HISPANIC LATINO COALITION Presents the 15th Annual Latino FIESTA & FAMILY FAIR Sunday, September 11, 2011 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM INDEPENDENCE DAY Anderson River Park Amphitheater, Anderson, CA FREE TO THE PUBLIC ATTENTION VENDORS: The deadline is 8/31/11 ($20 late fee after 8/31) Call Marge, 241-7833 or get application at http://northernhispaniclatinocoalition.org Richfield School celebrates success