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*SCHOOL CALENDAR*
November2 – General Election Day – School Closed
November 22 – Professional Development Day – School Closed for Students, Staff on Duty
November 25-26 – Thanksgiving Holiday – School Closed
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WELCOME NEW EMPLOYEES:
We are please to extend a warm welcome to Lillian Pfeifer, Teacher’s Aide.
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DELREY STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES:
This is a new section in the newsletter. If you would like to share something special about your child or family, please send a note or an e-mail to Fran Ring () by the 25th of the month.
We wish the following students a HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
Markita Gamble – November 25th (14 years old)
Sumayeh Hebbone – November 24th (4 years old)
Ryan Rodrique – November 16 (11 years old)
Dominick Russell – November 38th (5 years old)
Chris Emery had a special evening on Thursday, October 21st. He was invited to Vice President Joe Biden’s home for a ceremony honoring Eunice Shriver, founder of Special Olympics.
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SOCIAL WORK:
Kennedy Krieger Institute Adolescent Transition Lecture, DDA Waiver.(Please see attachment)
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NURSING:
Hyland’s Teething Tablets: Recall - Risk of Harm to Children
AUDIENCE: Consumers, Pediatrics
ISSUE: FDA notified consumers that Hyland’s Teething Tablets are being recalled because the tablets may pose a risk to children. The tablets are manufactured to contain a small amount of belladonna, a substance that can cause serious harm at larger doses. For such a product, it is important that the amount of belladonna be carefully controlled. FDA laboratory analysis has found that Hyland’s Teething Tablets contain inconsistent amounts of belladonna.
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FDA has received reports of serious adverse events in children taking this product that are consistent with belladonna toxicity. The FDA has also received reports of children who consumed more tablets than recommended, because the containers do not have child resistant caps.
BACKGROUND: Hyland’s Teething Tablets is a homeopathic product, intended to provide temporary relief of teething symptoms in children.It is sold over-the-counter (OTC) in retail outlets. The FDA has not evaluated Hyland’s Teething Tablets for safety or efficacy, and is not aware of any proven clinical benefit offered by the product.
RECOMMENDATION: FDA recommends that consumers not use this product and dispose of any in their possession. FDA advises consumers to consult their health care professional if their child experiences symptoms such as seizures, difficulty breathing, lethargy, excessive sleepiness, muscle weakness, skin flushing, constipation, difficulty urinating, or agitation after using Hyland’s Teething Tablets.
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DAY CARE:
Congratulations to Jeanne and Nomel Gonzalez on the birth of their baby girl, Olivia Penelope! Olivia was born on October 18th and weighed 7 lbs. 10 oz. Maria Fisher is filling in for Jeanne while she is on maternity leave, and is doing a wonderful job.
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DELREY SCHOOL/FACEBOOK:
Delrey School is now on Facebook.
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Office of Home Energy Programs (OHEP):
Assistance is available to help individuals and families pay their utility bills, minimize heating crisis and make energy costs more affordable, through the office of home energy Programs., (OHEP). (Please see the attached, for more information)
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Lightweight, Easy to Put On Winter Wear:
Looking for winter gear that is easy to put on and wear while in a wheelchair or stroller?
Often bulky coats can compromise your child’s positioning and comfort in their wheelchair and can be very difficult to get on and off. Here are some good options:
Adaptations by Adrian offers a wide variety of items to make life easier and more comfortable. They have Polartec Winter capes, thumbless mittens, socks, and zip-up boots, rain capes,
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bodysuits, shorts, and pants. They have absorbent scarves and bathing suits as well. You should check out their website to see all the wonderful items. AdaptationsbyAdrian.com or call
877-6 ADRIAN
Kutaways Sports Designs outerwear for people in motion. Their jackets and accessories are high quality thermal fleece, are light weight, highly breathable, pilling resistant and mildew proof. We will have a sample at school for a short time if you would like to come in and see it. Check out kutawayssports.com.
FUNDRAISING:
Our first fundraising meeting was held on October 21st. Again this year, we will have an Avon Fund Raiser. We may also have a Pampered Chef Fund Raiser. It is not too early to start thinking about your holiday shopping list. Wouldn’t it be great to shop from one or both of these vendors, not having to leave your home, and earn money for Delrey at the same time!
Save the date: Bull Roast and Shrimp Feast - December 5, 2010. We will have a DJ, a silent auction, a money wheel and a plush wheel. A raffle will be held for a 42” flat screen TV.
The menu will include:
Charcoal Beef & Country Ham on PitBaked Redskin Potatoes
Steamed ShrimpGreen Beans
Homemade Shrimp SoupPotato Salad & Cole Slaw
Homemade Shrimp Creole with RicePickles
Fried ChickenFresh Fruit
Italian Sausage with Peppers and OnionsRolls & Butter
Boneless BBQ Spare RibsCoffee
Beer is also included in the price and you may bring your own bottle if you are not a beer drinker. The cost is $40 per person and $75 for 2 tickets. We are in the process of getting the tickets printed. As soon as they are available, we will begin to sell them. Get your tickets early as it is sure to be a sellout. This is an adult only event!
Quarter Auction:
Several people have expressed interest in having the Quarter Auction again. We are in the planning stages and hope to have this in March.
And of course, we will have our Annual Mayfair/Stroll N Roll in May.
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ONGOING FUND RAISERS:
The Delrey School Profile has now been updated for the Giant A+ Bonus Program.Every time you use your Giant Bonus Card, our school will earn A+ Bonus Bucks which converts into cash each month. However, you must designate Delrey School to receive the credit for our
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purchases. Designations may be made online at or at your local Giant store. To make the designation online, under “Join The Program”, select register your card. Then enter the first 3 letters of your last name and your Giant Bonus Card Number, and then click on “Continue to Listing”. Under the “Express Option”, type our school number (01569). Click on Register then “Confirm my Information”.
Campbell’s Labels and General Mills Box-Tops: Please continue to send in your box tops. The Box Tops For Education can be found on various products including Kleenex brand tissues (the coupon is on the bottom of the box). Please check all products that you use to see if they have a Box Top For Education coupon, clip it and bring it to Delrey. The school receives cash for the box tops and all of the money is used to purchase items for classroom use. Thank you for your support.
Ledo Pizza: Don’t forget Ledo Pizza Night, November 2nd and November 16th. Delrey receives credit for sales all day. Don’t forget to tell them that your order is for Delrey School.
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Recipe for a Warming Meal:
Allergen Free Minestrone Soup
This recipe is free of milk, eggs, wheat, soy, peanuts, tree nuts, fish and shellfish
Ingredients:
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil (for sautéing vegetables)
- 1-2 lbs. Stew Meat (cut into small pieces)
- 4 cloves of Garlic (pressed)
- Small bag of baby Carrots
- 2-3 Celery stalks, sliced
- 3-4 large potatoes, cut into chunks
- 1 large Onion, diced
- 1-9 oz bag frozen Green Beans
- 1-9 oz box chopped Spinach (squeeze water out)
- 1/2 small head of Cabbage, chopped
- 32 oz. Progresso Beef Broth (Progresso is gluten free)
- 1 tsp. Oregano
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Crockpot
Throw all ingredients in and cook for 8-10 hours
Cooking on stove
- Sauté’ vegetables in olive oil
- Add other ingredients, bring to boil
- Reduce heat and simmer for about 4 hours( until vegetables are tender)
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