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A new dress code for both students and staff this year aims to keep everyone safe and focused on learning, according to Suffolk Public Schools.

The School Board revisited the dress code several months ago to make some changes that take effect with this school year. Among the prohibited items for stu-dents are sagging pants, short skirts, clothing that is sexually suggestive or revealing, and more. Staff members have a more restrictive code that prohibits denim, T-shirts and spaghetti straps.

“We’re always try-ing to keep the focus on teaching and learn-ing,” said Deputy Superintendent Jacqueline Chavis. “It’s

always been the stand of the district that we have our students and staff dress in ways that will not distract from the learning process.”

Chavis said proper clothing can promote the learning process, but inappropriate garb will distract from it. Other prohibited items, such as flip-flops for younger children who visit the playground during the school day, could cause a safety hazard.

“We want to make sure they are free to run and play without falling or scraping their knees because of shoes that may not be appropriate,” she said.

Another provision in the dress code prohibits any clothing that causes a disruption, distraction or safety hazard after evidence of the problem has been documented by

school employees.Regardless of the rea-

son for the prohibition, students who violate the dress code can face discipline. It usually starts, Chavis said, with an opportunity to correct the problem, whether by pulling their pants up, turning an offensive shirt inside out, having a par-ent bring something from home or changing into clothes provided at the school.

“It starts with speak-ing with the student and reminding them of the new dress code,” Chavis said. “We’re keeping the focus on making sure the consequences are in line with the infraction.”

Chavis said building-level administrators will be watching closely when school starts in September to begin enforcing the code. Making clear that it will

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When picking out what to wear this school year, be aware of new dress codes in place for students and staff. Among the prohibited items for students are sagging pants, short skirts, clothing that is sexually suggestive or revealing, and more. Rules for staff prohibit denim, t-shirts and spaghetti straps.

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Children will soon be headed back to school, and it’s important to prepare them for the year ahead. As the educational landscape grows increasingly competi-tive, even the smartest stu-dents need an edge.

With today’s hectic life-styles, however, it can be difficult for parents and kids to find the time for enrich-ment.

“Turning your regular activities into a learning

experience can go a long way towards getting kids ready to go back to school,” says Kim Tredick, a fifth-grade teacher in Santa Clarita, Calif., and the 2006 Milken Award Winner. “Just be careful to make the learn-ing fun and not too much like schoolwork.”

Following are some cool ways to clear those cobwebs in preparation for a new school year.

Making The MosT oF down TiMe

Be sure time away from

school includes a good dose of intellectual enrichment. Museums, nature centers and historical sites should be a staple of your leisure time and weekends.

Take advantage of time in the car or downtime in gen-eral. Whether you’re wait-ing for dinner to be ready or you’re on a lengthy road trip, use learning tools and question-and-answer games to make the time both fun and educational.

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be enforced is the best way to ensure students comply, she said.

“[The regulations] really have to become part of the culture of the school,” Chavis said. “When school starts and kids know what the

expectations are, there’s fewer instances where kids are reprimanded for not being in compli-ance.”

Chavis urged parents to visit the school dis-trict’s website, www.spsk12.net, to view the

new dress code, discuss it with their student and keep it in mind when back-to-school shopping. Anyone with questions is welcome to call the district’s main offices at 925-6750 to get clarifica-tion, she said.

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Don’t tell the kids, but even the family vacation can be a good opportunity to start getting children ready for the school year. take that time in the car on the way to your destination to play games that will stimulate their imagination, put their math and spelling skills to use and refresh their knowledge of geography and history. See PREPARE page 4

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ety of materials to read, like cookbooks, chapter books, nutritional panels, newspapers, magazines and movie schedules. Then test their under-standing by summariz-ing what they read. Let them read aloud to you, siblings, neighbors and grandparents every day.

Children can practice writing and help you at the same time by com-posing grocery lists, to-do lists and car direc-tions. Encourage them to keep journals and cor-respond with relatives — both with handwritten letters and emails. Help improve their writing by editing together, paying attention to capitaliza-tion, punctuation and spelling.

everyday MaThMath is everywhere, so

use it to your advantage. Cooking together from a recipe is a fun and prac-tical way to learn about measurements, timing and following directions.

When you’re out shop-ping, ask your kids to mentally add the total at the grocery store. This will be a lesson both in how money works and basic arithmetic. Work a percentages lesson into your day by having them calculate the sales tax at the register or calculate the tip at restaurants.

School may not be in full swing yet, but savvy parents can help jump-start their kids’ minds well before their first assignments.

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'Turning your regular activities

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A new school year means new routines. If your child is one of the millions of kids who ride the school bus, you should be encouraged by U.S. Department of Transportation statistics that cite it as the saf-est mode of transportation for children to get to and from school.

Nevertheless, riding the school bus safely does require children to be aware of and to follow specific safety procedures. That’s why the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Chuggington, the educational animated children’s televi-sion program, have partnered to offer parents and children important school bus safety tips as part of the “Think Safe, Ride Safe, Be Safe!” traffic safety campaign.

The national traffic safety

campaign helps parents teach their children about NHTSA’s recommended pedestrian, school bus, bike and car seat safety guidelines.

Below are a few school bus safety tips from the “Think Safe, Ride Safe, Be Safe!” campaign for you to share with your children to make riding the school bus a safer experi-ence:4Be especially careful

around the “danger zone,” which is 10 feet in front, behind and on each side of the school bus. To avoid this area, wait for the bus at least five giant steps away from the road.4Wait to board the school

bus until the driver says it’s safe to do so. Kids should board one at a time and use the handrails to go up and down the stairs.4Once on the school bus,

go straight to your seat and remain sitting, facing the front of the school bus.

4Look out for cars before getting off the school bus. Once off, take five giant steps away from the school bus.4Wait for the driver or

crossing guard to signal it is safe to cross the street. Always look left-right-left to make sure no cars are coming before crossing the road.

Traffic safety education should be a positive, shared family experience. Parents can go online with children and take the pledge to “Be Safe!” together at www.chuggington.com/safety. In addition to the pledge (to date, more than 500,000 children have taken the pledge to “Be Safe!”), families can access a safety game, activities, downloadable tip sheets and even a free traf-fic safety app.

By following the rules, both parents and children can help make getting to and from school each day safer for everyone.

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Back-to-school season is the ideal time for families to reestab-lish routines and get organized, both at home and on the go. But before hitting the stores for sup-plies, take time to plan ahead with shopping lists that meet both your children’s and your family’s needs.

There are many great tips to help get a fresh start on the aca-demic year ahead.

saveIf you have more than one

child, or want to stock up for the year, save on items like glue sticks, notebooks and writing utensils by taking advantage of sales and purchasing value packs, which are easy to find at back-to-school time.

For better deals on items like tissues and sanitizing wipes, hold off until you are also buying these products for the home at a warehouse club or with coupons.

Teach organizaTionTeach kids the importance of

starting the day organized. One way to simplify the morning shuffle is by assigning a color to each child for easy identification of binders, backpacks and pencil pouches. Assign colors before shopping to prepare for easier in-aisle decisions. Many school supplies are available in a variety of trendy patterns and basic solid color options to complement and contrast styles. Or use color-cod-ed stickers and labels to maintain consistency.

synchronize schedulesThe school year often brings

additional commitments for families. Creating a “mission control” in a cen-tral location in the home will improve communication and ease the stress of time man-agement.

Look for calendars with high functionality like meal plan-ners, “look-ahead” features, magnetic backings and reposi-tionable peel-and-stick adhe-sives. Don’t forget to include a whiteboard or corkboard, where notes can be left for one another.

Student planners are crucial to help your children stay on top of due dates, keep their own commitments and operate on the same schedule as the rest of the family.

Vow to spend time on a weekly basis reviewing and synching calendars and dis-cussing the week ahead.

Manage papersWith each new school year

comes an overwhelming amount of handouts, remind-ers, permission slips and medi-cal forms. Parents and chil-dren all benefit from a paper management system. Use bins, expanding files and binder dividers with “reminder” flags to keep track of priorities. Flag items needing immediate atten-tion — whether homework or paperwork.

If your children have busy

schedules, make it easier for them to work on the go. Opt for binders with writing sur-faces, internal storage pockets for loose paper and places to stash pens and pencils.

And you can do the same thing. Consider using binders and expanding files in the car to create a place for last-min-ute notes, papers and storage.

With a little planning and creativity, the whole family can prepare to stay organized throughout the school year.

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Children spend five times as much time outside the class-room as they do in school. With all this time away from teachers, it’s important for par-ents to support their children’s learning.

In fact, children whose par-ents are involved with them in family literacy activities score 10 points higher on standard-ized reading tests, according to the National Center for Family Literacy.

“Learning can happen any-where and at any time,” said Emily Kirkpatrick, vice presi-dent of NCFL. “Go beyond homework help and find learn-ing moments in everyday life that fit in with your schedule.”

Here are some tips for how you can take a more active role in your child’s education:4It all starts with you. With

some preparation on your part, you can be a better resource

for your child. Make sure that you, and those who spend time with your child, are well equipped to support learning.4Turn a household shop-

ping trip into a fun chance to do math. Take a walk outside to discuss nature or the com-munity. Make a lesson plan out of the world around you.4Develop a partnership

with your child’s teachers. Talk with them about home-work and be sure you under-stand what is expected.4Some children need and

want time to play when they get home, while others may want to get homework out of the way first thing. Set a schedule for your child that works for him or her, and make it a routine. Just be sure that your expectations are clear.4Reinforce the idea that

homework is not punishment, but a chance to practice new skills. You can help make it fun by rewarding progress.

4Ask your children thought-provoking questions, like what they wonder about. For inspiration you can turn to free online resources that emphasize fun in learning.4Help set a timeline so that

school assignments are not left until the last minute. Older children with assignments that will take several days or weeks to complete may need your help learning to manage their time.4Checking to be sure

assignments are complete is great, but don’t forget it is your child’s assignment, not yours. Do not do homework for your child.4Read to your children or

with them every night. Not only is this an enjoyable way to spend time together, it will benefit the child and help instill a love of learning.

By getting more involved, you can help your children make this school year their most successful one yet.

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The beginning of the school year is a great time to make sure your children’s vaccinations are up-to-date.

Informed parents know that immunizations save lives. But even those who vaccinated their babies and toddlers dutifully may not be aware that the recommended vac-cination schedule continues through the later teen years.

Research published by the American Medical Association found that teenagers 14 and older were much less likely to see a pediatrician than their younger-adolescent counterparts. But threats to health don’t go away just because children are older.

“We live in a busy world, and it’s easy to forget to make appointments for an annual check-up,” said Dr. Robert W. Block of the American Academy of Pediatrics. “Let the new school season be your annual reminder to protect the health of your kids.”

Following are some crucial vac-cination tips and facts for parents of older children and teens.4Check your calendar. When

was the last time your child saw a pediatrician? If it has been more than a year, make an appointment as soon as possible. In advance of the appointment, talk with your child and draw up a list of any con-cerns or questions to discuss with the doctor.4Store immunization and other

medical records in an easily acces-sible place and be sure to keep the records current. Bring this informa-tion to the appointment. When you see your pediatrician, ask directly, “What vaccines does my child need at this point?”4Be sure to ask about the HPV

vaccine, which is recommended for both boys and girls. While protection is most effective for ado-lescents 11 to 13, older teens who haven’t yet received the vaccine can benefit from it as well. This cancer-preventing vaccine will safeguard your teen’s health in the future.4If financial considerations are

preventing you from taking your teen in for visits and immunizations, talk with your pediatrician. He or she may be able to point you toward resources that can offset the costs.4All children ages 11 to 18

should be protected against men-ingitis, a deadly bacterial infection that’s spread easily in close living quarters. If teens are going to board-ing school, college or the military, do not delay giving them the vac-cine.4Every year, more than 200,000

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Just because your child is a teenager now doesn’t mean she doesn’t need vaccinations and booster shots. check with your doctor to see what’s appropriate for her age and make sure to get her those shots before school starts

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The start of a new school year is a great time to emphasize the importance of read-ing at home. Solid readers perform better in school and in the workplace, have a healthy self-image, and become lifelong learners.

Research shows a whopping 45 percent of children ages 3 to 5 are not read to daily, and this lack of literature can take a nega-tive toll on school performance. Luckily, there are many things parents can do to make kids passionate readers.

“Reading stimulates children’s imagina-tion and expands their understanding of the world,” says actress Kate Beckinsale, who is teaming with The Nestlé Share the Joy of Reading Program to raise aware-ness about the importance of children’s literacy and support the work of Reading Is Fundamental, the largest children’s literacy nonprofit in the United States.

If you’re looking to make reading a big-ger part of your children’s lives this school year, here are some great tips to get them motivated:4Start young. Reading aloud to chil-

dren at an early age is the most effective way to help them attain critical language and communication skills and instill great habits.4Take advantage of free online tools

and resources that help make reading an engaging, shared experience for parents and kids. For example, RIF’s “Leading to

Reading” website contains activities for children ages birth to 5. Visit www.rif.org/kids/leadingtoreading for more information.4Variety is the spice of life. Be sure

your house contains plenty of books to choose from on a variety of topics.4Launch a children’s book club with

other parents. Take turns hosting your children’s friends for snacks and a lively discussion on the book of the month.4Kids love getting mail. Subscribe to

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Almost a quarter of public school fourth graders score below even the most basic levels on reading exams, according to National Assessment of Educational Progress. Don’t let your children fall behind. Take steps this school year to help your children and others to hone this basic tool for success.

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online, and use free tools like a checklist or online registry to coordinate with future roommates on styles, colors and who will be bringing what items for community use.

Opt for retailers that have college students in mind this time of year and are offering special servic-es. Some companies, for example, let students shop for dorm room essen-tials at a store near home or online and pick up everything at a store near campus. Use the college checklists and take advan-tage of in-store experts to stay organized and within budget.

MaxiMize spaceSpace is limited in the

dorms. Create space under the bed, over the door and in the closet. Bed risers, storage cubes and rolling drawer carts are simple ways to cram all that stuff in small spaces.

Double hanging rods and ultra-slim hangers with accessory bars can

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shower & priMpDue to lines in the com-

munity bathroom, students should never save shower-ing until the last minute. Use a shower caddy to easily transport toiletries down the hall. Remember, this isn’t a private spa; bring a bathrobe and flip flops for trips to the shower.

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