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Talk to the animalsConnecticut's Beardsley Zoo gives students of all ages the opportunity

to learn about conservation, inform about animals, inspire curiosity and teach science. It's about teaching youth and adults to have a won-der and respect for nature.

Everyone learns differently, whether it's hands-on, reading a book, lis-tening to someone or a little bit of everything. The zoo offers all that and more to help everyone understand the importance of animals (hid-den in fun and adventure).

In Beardsley Zoo Tots, parents can bring their 22-month-old to four-year-old child to have an animal adventure, learning about creatures. There are presentations, play time, take-home craft and a story.

Zoo Patrol gives children a week of zoo-based activities, tours and behind-the scenes experiences at the zoo.

Scouts can set up overnight adventures at the zoo. Those events include carousel rides, animal encounters, games and more.

Teens can foster their love of animals by joining the zoo explorers, to learn about possible future careers.

To learn more, visit beardsleyzoo.com or call 203-394-6565.

Clockwise from top: Azarea and Ariana ride a camel, an otter gets fed, an eagle and a tiger.

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Finding a special place for all ages, stages of life

While the term special needs is an umbrel-la under which many different diagnoses fall, the objective of St. Vincents Special Needs Services (SVSNS) provides assistance for per-sons with special needs through all ages and stages of life.

Continuum of care thats what St. Vincents Special Needs Services is all about, said Raymond Baldwin, Jr., SVSNS president/CEO. We offer those with special needs comprehensive care at virtually every age and stage of life. Knowing that care wont end, and that there is an organization that will provide lifelong care they can trust, gives those with special needs and their families peace of mind and a true sense of belonging.

The journey beginsIn some circumstances, disabilities can be

diagnosed at birth. SVSNSs Birth to Three Early Intervention Services provides families new to special needs with valuable resources and support.

Early intervention specialists provide eval-uations and develop individualized treatment plans, with services being performed in the home, where the child and family members can benefit in the very setting where they will spend the most time living, learning and playing.

Special care for childrenAs all children grow, their world grows,

too. The Feroleto Childrens Development Center, in Trumbull, nurtures that growth from childhood into young adulthood. The Special Needs Services School Program edu-cates students, ages 3 to 21, whose develop-mental and/or medical needs require a high level of individualized instruction, therapy and medical care.

SVSNS is continually growing. The Trumbull facility recently added a

state-of-the-art therapeutic pool and expand-ed its school program to include children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD).

Were excited about the new comprehen-sive autism program here at St. Vincents, said Dr. Jennifer Robin Lee, child and ado-lescent psychiatrist and medical director of St. Vincents Autism and Developmental Services. There were limited year-round options locally for children with ASD, a growing population, and SVSNS has answered that call.

Transitioning to adulthoodThe transition into adulthood for those

with special needs and their families can be both exciting and challenging. This is yet another stage in life where the continu-um of care offered at SVSNS is so valuable. Throughout the school years, each student has had a comprehensive team of caregivers that can provide personal insight into their abilities, preferences and interests.

These caregivers offer support and guid-ance to families as they make important decisions about the choices available to these young adults. Many choose to transition into the Changing Images Adult program offered at SVSNS. The adult day program offers opportunities for recreational activities, group

supported employment or even employment in the community where adults challenged by developmental disabilities can do produc-tive and meaningful work and be paid for it.

With 11 group homes in seven Fairfield County communities, both children and adults with special needs are given the opportunity to contribute and thrive in a loving family environment. Homes are in Bridgeport, Monroe, Shelton, Stamford, Stratford, Newtown and Trumbull.

A special missionThe SVSNS Mission is to create opportu-

nities for persons of differing abilities to live, learn, work and play. From birth through

the senior years, SVSNS and its staff nurses, educators and caregivers provide care to help improve the quality of life of the individuals they serve.

As part of St. Vincents Health Services, St. Vincents Special Needs Services is dedicated to spiritually centered, holistic care, which sustains and improves the health of individu-als and communities.

Our mission is an important one, said Baldwin. We provide people with special needs, and their families, with hope, support, love and care for life.

For information, visit stvincentsspecial-needs.org.

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Educating kidsfor life-long dental health

by Susan Chaves Correspondent

There are few things in life that instill fear in children and adults alike. The short list includes needles, getting sent to the princi-pals/boss office and going to the dentist.

The majority of us experience some level of dental anxiety, as much as 80%, in fact, said Dr. Maria Pouliezos-Karayiannis of My Smile Orthodontics in Shelton. Despite den-tists best efforts, there is something that feels inherently vulnerable about lying back in a chair while we examine your mouth.

She suggests easing some of that nervous-ness with communication between dentist and patient.

However, its hard to know exactly how or what to communicate sometimes, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said. Simply understanding and thoroughly explaining every little step can make a huge difference.

For the wee ones, she said parents should set their childrens dental appointments early, allowing them to sit in their parents laps during the visit. She said it makes the visits easier and less frightening when older.

Dr. Sara Ysaac-Garcia of Childrens Dentistry of Trumbull keeps her office stocked with kid-friendly attractions such televisions, toys and an iPad. She also offers nitrous oxide sedation, or laughing gas, to help relax some children during dental exams.

Sometimes some children are too young or too nervous in the dental chair that they may need a deeper sedation for dental treatment, she said. I have privileges at Bridgeport Hospital and can deliver dental treatment safely to these patients.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and the American Academy of Pediatrics recommend that children visit the dentist by age one, or when their first tooth appears, and twice a year after that.

The studies have shown that the earlier the child visits the dentist the less dental treatment the child needs, Ysaac-Garcia said.

However, many children end up in the dentists chair more often than they or their parents would like. Both dentists said cavities, also known as tooth decay, is the most common problem among their young patients.

Tooth decay is the No. 1 chronic disease in children, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said. Its estimated that 40% of children have some for of tooth decay before they even reach kinder-garten. Alarming, but so much of the prob-

lem is preventable through routine hygiene appointments.

It is often during these appointments when problems are discovered and may be addressed before serious damage is done and before any discomfort arises.

Tooth pain doesnt usually exist until decay reaches the tooths pulp, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said. At that point its probably advanced and may require more extensive treatment. Good preventative treatment hap-pens before theres pain.

Preventative treatment begins at home. Pouliezos-Karayiannis said parents have to take an active role in their childrens oral health and help them develop positive habits.

She and Ysaac-Garcia provided tips for healthy mouths, including limiting sugar intake, brushing for two full minutes twice a day (usually after breakfast and before bed) and flossing.

To get kids into the habit of brushing well, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said parents can access apps on their smartphones to set reminders to brush or play music for the full two min-utes required.

There are apps for both children and adults, she said. Sometimes we all need a little extra motivation. These apps are effec-tive and simple to use.

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Proper training, multiple sports important for young athletes

by Susan Chaves Correspondent

September once meant the official end of summer, a return to the classroom and the start of fall sports. The first two still hold true, for the most part. School really kicks off at the end of August. However, there seems to be no summers off when it comes to sports.

While kids participating in sports year round is nothing new, playing the same sport 12 months out of the year is a more recent development.

Sports have become more specialized so children are playing the same sport year round instead of multiple sports, said Ken OToole, who co-owns O Zone Fitness Training Center in Fairfield with his wife, Deb. if they dont commit to a sport at 13... theyre not going to be good enough to play on a high school team when they get there.

While OToole believes that kids should play sports, he does not think becoming so focused on a single sport at a young age is the best approach. The repetitive movement of one sport often causes injuries to still-de-veloping bodies.

Playing various sports throughout the year allows these athletes the opportunity to grow and get stronger through multiple movement patterns, OToole said.

Dr. Joshua B. Frank of Coastal Orthopaedics made a similar observation.

We do believe that performing multiple sports over the course of a year allows for different muscles to be used and rested, Frank wrote in his piece in this section. Also, periods of rest and time without any

major sports participation is also beneficial.Coastal Orthopaedics has locations in

Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk and Westport.If athletes do experience some downtime,

Frank suggested that athletes give themselves plenty of time to preparing for the season.

A period of limited activity followed by a sudden onset of training can easily lead to aggravation of growth plates, tendons and apophyses, he wrote. In general, a graduat-ed schedule of increased activity with appro-priate stretching may help prevent these conditions.

The OTooles and their trainers work with athletes on strength training and condition-ing, focusing on full-body functioning, which includes the core and lower and upper body. They also provide individualized programs, the proper foundation and education.

People dont realize the major impact repetitive movement of one sport has on the body and its mechanics, OToole said. Here, people start to understand why they need better movement and strength to compete in one sport.

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ago, the center staff has worked with the Fairfield Hurricanes, Fairfield Giants and Fairfield Fury, as well as a few individuals who have gone on to play college sports.

Weve produced a few pretty good athletes here, OToole said. We see the value in it being sports-specific, but unless you really feel your child is going to be a phenom, its also important for kids to be well-rounded, well-versed in more than one sport.

OToole admits to training some kids as young as 10, but said he has turned away others.

The age is getting younger and younger, he said. I tell parents they dont need me yet. Theyre 8. Let them play.

He takes them same approach with his daughter, who is a dancer.

She doesnt go to the American Ballet Theatre in New York City, she trains here in Trumbull for seven months and takes a few months off, OToole said. She does it for enjoyment.

While participating in sports for enjoy-ment is important for OToole, Frank touts its benefits on childrens health if approached properly.

With the increased prevalence of child-hood obesity, it has become even more evi-dent that many children are not nearly active enough, Frank wrote. With appropriate training, rest and conditioning, we hope to prevent many injuries and keep our young athletes safer.

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New school year brings excitement, challenges and SATsA new school year brings energy, excite-

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bringing them alive again.Excitement builds as friends reconnect,

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Challenges emerge in the form of new dis-ciplines, new teacher expectations, and the demands of balancing academics, sports and perhaps SAT and/or ACT preparation

Concerns about getting off to a good start are foremost in the minds of parents and stu-

dents. What to do to ensure a good start for the year?

Keep a journal that includes questions to pose to teachers and insights into teacher expectations. Identifying what a teacher cares about most in writing assignments is import-ant before the next essay is due. No teacher with an average class load of more than 100 students can comment on everything in an essay. If your teacher cares about transitions, make sure yours are excellent. If your teacher is allergic to the word got, remove it from your vocabulary. Of course you are seeking

excellence in all area, but you cant fix every-thing at once any more than the teacher can comment on it.

Go in for extra help early if you need it. Teachers respect students who care enough to seek clarity and assistance. If you need a tutor, get one early before you feel over-whelmed by weak grades.

Become a reader of material beyond that which is presented in the classroom. I have the students with whom I work on SAT and ACT preparation read editorials in the New York Times and explore Arts and Letters

Daily online. You may not have the time for an additional novel on your own while read-ing one assigned in class, but short articles add to your cultural literacy and give you topical information to contribute to class dis-cussion.

Anna Warm, a tutor specializing in academic sup-port in English classes and SAT/ACT preparation, works primarily with high school students and practices at the Life Solution Center of Darien. For more information, visit http://thelifesolutioncen-ter.net or call 203-628-4492.

Tips for a healthy school yearStudents are most likely to get sick when

school starts because being at school put childrens immune systems to the test, offers The Mayo Clinic. Young children who are in close proximity to others in large groups tend to spread organisms like bacteria and viruses that cause illness. Breaking the cycle can take some work, but its possible to make this a healthy school year.

Encourage hand washingFrequent handwashing is a great way to

prevent illness. Handwashing habits are essential for school-aged children and should be taught as soon as possible. Children should wash their hands after they use the bathroom and before they eat. If theyve been playing outside or have interacted with children who are sick, hand washing can help remove some of the germs lingering on their hands. Antibacterial wipes are another option, but they may not be as effective as washing hands with warm, soapy water.

Stop (some) sharingSharing develops good manners and can

foster new friendships. But children should

be discouraged from sharing food, drinks and other personal items. Once the item has been placed in a childs mouth, it should not be shared.

Sick daysRare is the student who will never come

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lines indicating when it is acceptable for chil-dren to return to school, and its important that parents adhere to those guidelines so illnesses cannot spread around the school.

SleepWhile adults may need between seven and

nine hours of sleep a night, children often require more. The National Sleep Foundation recommends eight to 13 hours of sleep a night for school-aged children. Begin adjust-ing sleep schedules during the latter part of summer vacation so that children can read-just to their regular sleep schedules.

Parents also should feed kids nutritious diets consisting of a variety of foods. Avoid high-calorie junk foods, reserving such items only as special treats every so often.

Cleaning suppliesSome schools may be underfunded and

may not have enough supplies to keep all of the classrooms and surfaces clean. Parents can help by donating cleaning wipes and sprays so that students and teachers can thrive in clean, healthy environments.

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Helping kids get back to schoolLocal organizations are working together

to help youth in the area get back to school. Items needed should be new, and everything from pens and pencils to backpacks are need-ed.

Preparing children for school with a new backpack filled with school supplies helps to boost self-esteem and gives them the tools and confidence needed to learn and thrive in school, organizers of the following events said.

ValleyThe annual back-to-school drive to help

students in the Valley get back to school is in full swing.

Until Friday, Aug. 21, backpacks and other school supplies are being collected around the Valley.

This drive is coordinated by Jennifer

Sneider, owner of J Cuts, 505 Howe Avenue, Shelton. J Cuts is the main collection point.

For more information, call Sneider at 203-924-4107.

MonroeThe Department of Community and Social

Services is looking for monetary donations for the Friendship Funds Back to School Buddy Program.

Donation boxes for new supplies will be at The Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, the Senior Center, and room 217 at Monroe Town Hall. Donations may be dropped off during regular business hours.

Last day for donations is Monday, Aug. 3. Make checks payable to the Town of Monroe, Friendship Fund. Donations may be sent to Monroe Social Services, 7 Fan Hill Road, Monroe, CT 06468.

Call Mary Ann Kalm, 203-452-2813 for more information.

MilfordThe Milford Salvation Army Service Unit

is collecting school supplies for its annual Backpack Program for the children of Milford.

Each year, the goal is to insure that all chil-dren in Milford start the school year with a new backpack filled with school supplies.

Over the years, with the assistance of the community, the Milford Salvation Army Service Unit has been able to provide thou-sands of backpacks, school supplies, and a variety of support services to children and families throughout Milford.

Donate by Aug. 12. To help, contact Lesley Darling, 203-783-

3383; Joan Canavan, 203-874-0365; or Peggy Kelly, 203-783-3627.

Graduate from NCC Debt-FreeWhat would you do with $100,000? Thats

how much you could save by completing two years at Norwalk Community College and transferring to a four-year institution to finish a bachelors degree.

U.S. college graduates owe $1.2 trillion in student loan debt, according to Forbes maga-zine. But not NCC graduates.

NCC offers an education and value. Tuition is just about $4,000 a year a fraction of the cost of other colleges. According to the College Board, the average cost of tuition and fees for the 2014-2015 school year was $31,231 at private colleges, $9,139 for state residents at public colleges, and $22,958 for out-of-state residents attending public univer-sities. The price tag for many private colleges exceeds $50,000 a year.

NCC tuition is low because of state and fed-eral funding, major grants and philanthropy.

In addition, the NCC Foundation provides over $1 million in free scholarship money each year to both current students and grad-uating scholars transferring to four-year insti-tutions.

Registration is now underway for the fall semester. Classes begin Aug. 31.

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or hum a tune or recognize good brushing habits with a little reward. Whichever path is taken, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said parents must be persistent and motivating.

Dont let fussy kids off the hook, she said. Sometimes a sticker or a star can make any activity fun.

A little bit of hassling now can save parents a bigger headache down the road. If more extensive treatment is required, the world of dentistry is armed with the latest technol-ogy, from digital radiography and three-dimensional imaging to lasers and cad-cam technology.

All have one thing in mind efficiency in treatment, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said. Making the treat-ment as easy, as comfortable and as aesthetic as possible for the patient is very important part of having a posi-tive dental experience.

Digital X-rays, she said, cause 70 to 90% less radiation exposure than traditional X-rays and provide higher resolution images that are instant. Many of the machines have automat-ic dose control, which automatically adjusts exposure settings based on a patients bone density.

[This] reduces the height of the imaging area and results in approx-imately a 32% exposure reduction for pediatric patients, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said.

Digital impressions eliminates the need for the long-used tray and putty technique, while allowing orthodontists to get an accurate mold of a patients teeth and jaw.

The iTero scanner is used in our office and it ensures a more accurate impression from the start, resulting in improved treatment and a more comfortable patient experience, Pouliezos-Karayiannis said. Digital impressions also give you the ability to see your teeth instantly in 3D, improving communication during the consultation and treatment pro-cess.

My Smile Orthodontics is located at 865 River Road, #307, Shelton; 203-538-5014. Childrens Dentistry of Trumbull is located at 999 Silver Lane, #2D, Trumbull; 203-590-1588.

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What to know about kids and sports medicine

by Dr. Joshua B. FrankOver the years we have learned a

tremendous amount about sports, physiology, biomechanics, and technique. This advancement in knowledge has allowed youthful athletes to become faster, stronger, quicker and more efficient.

Another area that has advanced is that of sports medicine. In par-ticular, the study of young athletes. Whenever we talk about sports injuries, it is probably best to divide injuries into acute injuries and sub-acute or chronic injuries.

Acute injuries are often obvious and can cause immediate onset of pain. In some cir-cumstances the initial injury is not quite as dramatic and may not cause play to stop. It is important to recognize and address these injuries in a timely manner, as they can go on to cause permanent disability. We have learned that children can sustain similar inju-ries as adults.

The diagnosis of pediatric anterior cruci-ate ligament (ACL) and meniscal injuries is

on the rise. This may be related to increased awareness and better diagnosis of these injuries. If left untreated, it is possible that these injuries can lead to further damage to the knee and even the onset of early arthritis. Acute knee injuries should be evaluated by a medical professional and may require x-rays or even and MRI.

Sub-acute or chronic injuries can also sideline a young athlete. Over the past years, there has been an

increased focus on sports. While sports are great and teach children excellent life skills as well as improve physical condition, there is a point where it can get to be too much. That point may be different amongst athletes and may change as a child grows.

In an effort to improve athletic ability, chil-dren and adolescents are often specializing in one sport and participating in that sport year-round. Whether it be on a team, in camp, or even in the backyard, year-round sports can lead to fatigue and injury.

Overuse injuries can occur all over the body. There are even names to associate injuries with certain sports. For example, a chronic over-use injury to the growth plate of the proximal humerus (shoulder) is known as Little Leaguers shoulder.

Obviously, these types of injuries are not limited to baseball. We do not yet know how much time is too much time in gymnastics practice, or running or even playing basket-ball outside. We do believe that performing multiple sports over the course of a year allows for different muscles to be used and rested. Also, period of rest and time without any major sports participation is also bene-ficial.

Another important recommendation is to prepare for the upcoming season well in advance. A period of limited activity followed by a sudden onset of intense training can eas-ily lead to aggravation of growth plates, ten-dons and apophyses. In general, a graduated schedule of increased activity with appropri-ate stretching may help prevent these condi-tions. Even though training camp begins in

August, young athletes should be preparing on their own well in advance of these intense training periods.

Sports are great. With the increased prev-alence of childhood obesity it has become even more evident that many children are not nearly active enough. With appropriate training, rest and conditioning we hope to prevent many injuries and keep our young athletes safer.

Coastal Orthopaedics surgeons provide com-plete orthopedic treatments for children and young athletes from head to toe in four offices: Norwalk, Westport, Darien and New Canaan. A new walk-in urgent care facility, Coastal Ortho Express, is now opened extend-ed hours Monday-Saturday for sprains, injuries and pain at 761 Main Avenue in Norwalk where patients can be treated without an appointment. Statewide doctors voted Coastal Orthopaedic surgeons Top Docs Orthopedic Surgery in Connecticut Magazine since 2009. For more infor-mation, call 203-845-2200 or visit coastalortho-paedics.com.

Ensure a great semesterby Michelle Sagalyn

School will be back in session before you know it. As such, is important to make sure your child gets off to a good start because this could have impact over their entire aca-demic year.

To support your child, Successful Study Skills 4 Students recommends four ways you can make sure your student has a great first semester.

Set goalsBefore school starts, sit down with your

child and talk about their goals for the semester. You might be surprised at how seriously they take the challenge. The goal doesnt have to be big either much can be accomplished with little steps, which sup-ports the bigger mission of giving your child confidence with the sense of accomplish that come from achieving the goal.

For example, the goal might be to finish and hand-in all homework on time, use a planner or calendar for all assignments, and

take notes on all test book readings. Setting realistic goals will motivate your child to do well because theyll have something concrete to shoot for.

The most important element is to make sure that your child is active in planning and thinking about what goals they set for them-selves.

Check notesMake sure your child is taking good notes

in school. This is easy to check you can ask to see their notes when they come home. Good and thorough notes will not only give your child a better understanding of the material for long term, but also will also sig-nificantly increase test and quiz results.

HomeworkAnother way to ensure success is to make

sure your child is doing their homework. Homework usually is an important com-ponent of the final semesters grade, so it is

important to make sure your child does their homework and turns it in.

Homework is also a great way for your child to start to assume independence and responsibility. Especially for a middle school student, the best way for you to assist in your students homework is to make sure they establish a routine and have a quiet, distrac-tion free place to do their work, which we discuss below.

Get a study spaceIt is very important for your child to have

a quiet distraction-free space to study and do homework. This means, no television, no texting, no online time unless it is strictly for homework purposes.

If your child has a cell phone, you might consider holding on to it until their home-work is finished. Make sure your child has all the supplies needed before they sit down to do homework. If your student does home-work in a public place, such as the kitchen

or dining room, set the tone through exam-ple by not talking on the phone or watching TV near your child.

Your child can have a great semester with the right support and motivation. Every child wants to succeed; they just need the tools, skills, and determination to achieve their goals.

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