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Monroe County School System
MONROE MESSAGES |
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 A Message from the Superintendent The Monroe County Board of Education meets for its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, October 9 at 7 p.m. in the Board of Education Meeting Room at Central Office. For the agenda, see the system's eboard website at https://eboard.eboardsolutions.com/index.aspx?S=4117 . |
 Important Upcoming Dates to Know October 10 End of First Nine Weeks October 11 Teacher In-Service Day October 12- October 15 Fall Holiday October 18 First Nine Weeks Report Cards |
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A Message from Monroe County School System Counselors
Too Much Violence on TV? What Can You Do?
In-depth studies have found that violent programming, including cartoons, can have a negative impact upon children. Viewing violence can:
- desensitize a child toward violent acts;
- decrease a child's sensitivity toward victims;
- increase a child's fearfulness;
- contribute to a child's aggressive behavior;
- teach that violent acts lead to success;
- decrease imaginative and cooperative play;
- increase acceptance of gang behavior;
- undermine the development of humane social values.
So, what can parents do to protect their child?
Be a positive example and use good judgment concerning the selection of television programs and movies to be viewed. Consider the child's developmental level and encourage the selection of worthwhile programs such as those on public television. Decide together which programs to watch. Record programs so that viewing may be done together and the tape may be paused for discussion. Comment when you agree with the values portrayed by the actors. Check out quality program videos at your local library.
Watch television with your child. Explain the difference between fact and fiction. If fighting occurs, comment that although the actors are pretending to be hurt, such violent acts in real life result in pain and suffering. Discuss ways to deal with problems other than by hurting people.
Turn the television and other objectionable media off when the material is contradictory to your family values. Explain to your child why you disapprove. Consider using a television lockout device to prevent exposure to "adult" programming. Provide soft music or silence during family meals that contribute to friendly conversation. Furnish a calm place where your child can relax or read.
Resist the temptation to put a television in your child's room. Instead locate it where viewing can be monitored. If your family is on the internet, keep the computer in a central location.
Encourage your child to become involved in activities. Foster participation in hobbies, imaginative play, music, art, crafts, gardening, household tasks, yard work, cooking, and other worthwhile projects. Invite your child's friends to play at your home or apartment. Do more reading, walking, talking, listening, and playing together. Take trips to libraries, museums, zoos, farms, fairs, and other interesting places. Involve your child in programs that promote healthy development like sports, scouts, clubs, camps, and/or religious groups.
Be an advocate for quality television programming. Join forces with other parents and teachers to set television viewing guidelines. Write television officials, corporate sponsors, government regulatory agencies, and congressional leaders to express your views.
For further information on this topic see "Children and Television."
Used by permission of the author, Leah Davies, and selected from http://www.kellybear.com . |
Monroe County Parent to Serve on State Superintendent Advisory Council
Congratulations to Mrs. Virginia Wilcox
State School Superintendent Dr. John Barge recently named 36 parents from all over Georgia to serve on his 2013 Parent Advisory Council (PAC). One of those named is Monroe County School System parent, Virginia Wilcox. Congratuations to Virginia, and many thanks to her for serving in this important role for Monroe County School System stakeholders.
As members of the council, these parents will meet three times this year with the State Superintendent to discuss education issues in Georgia. Their primary focus will be increasing parent and family engagement to ensure student success.
"I am looking forward to getting to know a new group of parent advisors and discuss how our policies affect their children on a daily basis," said Superintendent Barge. "Having parent involvement is critical to making education work for all Georgia students. Hearing directly from them is the best way to ensure their children get what they need to be successful after high school."
The meetings will allow parents to provide feedback and input on new policies, projects, and materials that influence students and their families. The Superintendent's PAC will share the information they learn with community members, other families and schools. They will also serve as advisors and ambassadors in their respective communities.
Parents are nominated to serve on the PAC by their local school district at the beginning of each school year. Members are chosen by a committee of Georgia Department of Education representatives based on the applicant's response to questions. |
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A Message from Monroe County Nurses:
The Facts of Lice
The head louse is an insect whose only host is humans. The louse feeds on blood several times daily and resides close to the scalp to maintain its body temperature. It can crawl from one object or head to another but does not jump or fly. They are common among children under the age of twelve and do not discriminate based on income, social status or hair type. They are not a sign of poor hygiene or neglect. They do not live on dolls, animals or inside your pillows and mattress. The louse has three life stages:
Eggs: Nits are head lice eggs. They are hard to see and are often confused for dandruff or hair spray droplets. Nits are laid by the adult female and are cemented at the base of the hair shaft nearest the scalp. They are oval and usually gray to white. Nits take about 1 week to hatch (range 6 to 9 days) and are usually located within ¼ inch from the scalp.
Nymphs: The egg hatches to release a nymph. The nit shell then becomes a more visible dull yellow and remains attached to the hair shaft. The nymphs are about the size of a pinhead. Nymphs mature and become adults about 7 days after hatching. 
Adults: The adult louse is about the size of a sesame seed, has 6 legs (each with claws), and is tan to grayish-white. Females are usually larger than males and can lay up to 8 eggs per day. Adult lice can live up to 30 days on a person's head. To live, adult lice need to feed on blood several times daily. Without blood meals, the louse will die within 1 to 2 days off of the host.
Head Lice Treatments
1. The primary treatment for head lice involves using a head lice shampoo and then removal of all nits/eggs with a lice comb. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions for whatever products you choose to use. A second treatment 7 to 10 days after the first head lice treatment is recommended. Check your child's hair daily for several weeks removing any nits that remain.
2. You should also check other family members to make sure that they don't have head lice. Treat any suspected cases.
3. Wash your child's clothing, towels, hats, jackets and bedding in hot water and dry them on a hot setting for at least 20 minute. Vacuum furniture, carpets, stuffed animals, cloth car seats, etc to remove lice or nits. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, you only have to clean "items that have been in contact with the head of the person with infestation in the 24 to 48 hours before treatment". Dry clean anything that can not be washed or put it in a large plastic bag for a two weeks.
4. Soak combs, brushes, hairclips and headbands in hot water for 10 minutes.
5. Teach your child to avoid sharing or borrowing other children's hats, coats, helmets, brushes, combs, hair clips, towels and pillows. |
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Mary Persons High School Choirs
present their
Fall Concert
Featuring the Women's Choirs,
Men's Chorus and Mixed Chorus
Directed by Charles M. Hernandez
Accompanied by Terry Clopton
Monday, October 8th, 2012-7:00pm
Offices at Tift College-Roberts Chapel
Admission is FREE |
 Elementary students can access Study Island from home for subject-specific practice
Students at Monroe County schools in grades K through 5 are now using StudyIsland, an online program available from any computer anywhere, any time. Study Island offers rigorous content built from the Georgia Performance Standards (GPS) and Common Core Standards to prepare for the CRCT in Math, ELA and Reading. Grades kindergarten through second grade have access to math and reading practice with grades three through five also having access to social studies and science lessons and practice.
Study Island supports the learning process and builds on students' enthusiasm for technology with engaging, interactive lessons and activities to help them master the Math, ELA and Reading skills needed at their grade level. Students can work through the web-based program at their own pace, or teachers can guide students through the program. Study Island is at http://www.studyisland.com, and students use their username@monroecounty then usual password. |
 A Message for Employees from FinanceAttention All SHBP Members With Children
This message is for employees: If you have dependent children up to age 19, you may be eligible to enroll them in PeachCare for Kids® and save $2000 or more on premiums per year. PeachCare for Kids provides high-quality health care for working families and includes dental, vision and more. Enroll now through December 31, 2012; no need to wait until open enrollment. Save money on out-of-pocket costs, pay no deductibles and continue to see your current provider in most cases. For more information, visit http://www.dch.georgia.gov/peachcare-kids or call 1-877-GA PEACH (1-877-427-3224). |
 Reference Collection Gets a New Look
The University System of Georgia along with the Georgia Department of Education and Georgia Public Libraries host GALILEO, a unique collection of databases and resources for Georgia citizens. Discover GALILEO, a new way to search and retrieve content from GALILEO's hundred+ databases, digital collections, and beyond, including print materials found only in library collections. Discover GALILEO provides a single search of all of these materials and more, combining the ease and speed of a popular Internet search engine with the quality and organization of content that only a library can provide. Powered by EBSCO Discovery Service, Discover GALILEO offers a comprehensive set of research tools, including a personal research folder that allows users to easily save, cite, retrieve, and link to content.
For your school's GALILEO password so that you can access GALILEO resources outside of the Monroe County School System network, see your school's media specialist. |
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