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6 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • Friday, March 18, 2011 www.webstertimes.net LEARNING Smile and say ‘Ah!’ Dental program to visit DES BY JOY RICHARD TIMES STAFF WRITER DUDLEY — Elementary school students will have even pearlier whites after a visit from a national mobile dentist group this month. Dudley Elementary School students who otherwise would not have the opportunity to visit the dentist, will now have the opportunity when members of the Mobile Dentist Smile Program pay the school a visit on Monday, March 28. Dudley Elementary School Nurse Linda Smith said in the eight years she has been with the school, this is the first time the Mobile Dentist Smile Program would be coming to visit the student for a by-annual, or sixth month check up. She said she was very pleased to see them come back for the fourth year, and this time for the first year of semi-annual appointments. Smith said this will help the children stay up-to-date like any other student, when it comes to oral health. Smith said the mobile dentist program will also be stopping by the Mason Road Elementary School, Heritage School in Charlton and Charlton Elementary School in the near future. “As an elementary school nurse I see all kinds of conditions,” said Smith. “[One of] the biggest concerns with young children is dental care, and in the literature [from the Mobile Dentist Smile Program] they say it is one of the biggest growing illnesses in elementary school children.” Smith said the response from parents of children who have taken part in the program has been positive in the past year. She said once parents fill out the form sent with their child the mobile dentist team will then contact them and tell them if their child is eligible or not for the program. Smith said approximately 25 students take part in the program each time it comes to the school. She said with the economy always changing the program “has grown steadily” over the years, and she hopes to see even more children become involved next year if they are in need of the service. Smith said once again parent volunteers from the community will be on hand to help shuttle the children back and forth to class as they go to and from their appointments. She said that is always a help, as she is not only overseeing the program, but she is also the full-time school nurse. “It is a wonderful service, and they are very good with following up [with parents,]” said Smith. “It is very kid-friendly and the students do well, even kids who hate the dentists. Typically no one is turned away, and it really keeps the continuity of their dental care. It is consistent of the recommendations of private dentists, and models how the community would see dental patients.” D u d l e y Elementary School Principal Terri Caffelle said she is always grateful to have the mobile dentists come to see the students, and is looking forward to the start of the semi-annual check-up program. “The Mobile Dentist Smile Program is a wonderful service being provided to the families in our school,” said Caffelle during an interview last week. “Parents can be assured that their children will have proper dental care by participating in this program.” Courtesy photo A member of the Mobile Dentist Smile Program shows a Dudley Elementary School student an x-ray. The program will be returning to the school this year to give students a free cleaning and by-annual check-up. Joy Richard may be reached at 508-909-4129 or by e-mail at jrichard@stonebridgepress.com. Bay Path to undergo DESE review CHARLTON — Southern Worcester County Regional Vocational School District Superintendent David P. Papagni was recently informed by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education of an upcoming DESE Coordinated Program Review visit April 4-8. Such visits are routinely conducted by the department to satisfy federal and state special education requirements and to review periodically specific educational programs and services in local school districts throughout the Commonwealth. Papagni indicated that the Department’s Coordinated Program Review process will address the program areas of Special Education, Chapter I, Carl Perkins Vocational Grants and Methods of Administration and will include a review of the school district program procedures, a study of individual student records, and an onsite visit by a DESE Team. The Department Team will conduct interviews of district administrators, teachers and parents, conduct an observation of instructional sites, and prepare a report for the superintendent and School Committee. A written response by the school district to any identified issues noted in the Department’s final report will be developed by school officials. At that time, the school district may request technical assistance from the State DESE. Papagni, indicated that he is confident that the Department’s Program Review process will be a useful and positive experience for all staff in the district, and that the report will be a useful planning document for continued development of educational services for all students. DESE Program Review procedures provide that any member of the public may request to be interviewed by telephone by a member of the Department’s visiting team. Persons wishing to be interviewed should call the Superintendent’s Office at (508) 248-5971 ext. 1703, no later than Friday, March 25, to leave their name and phone number or they may call Nathan Lemmon at the DESE at (781) 388-3720. A member of the visiting team will then contact each person desiring an interview within two weeks after the completion of the onsite portion of the review. If an individual does not write or speak English, is not comfortable communicating in English, or requires some other accommodation, the Department will make arrangements to communicate appropriately with the individual. March is Red Cross Month March is Red Cross Month and the American Red Cross is asking you to join us in providing help and hope to people in need. Starting with President Franklin D. Roosevelt first proclaiming March as Red Cross Month in 1943, every president has called on people to support the American Red Cross and its humanitarian mission. The Red Cross works every day to help those who need assistance, whether down the street, across the country, or around the world. We respond to disasters, help members of the military, provide blood for those in need and teach lifesaving skills. Red Cross Month is a great time to get involved. When you help with a gift of time, blood or money or take a life saving class, you join the Red Cross. We want to thank those supporters whose generosity enables us to continue our service every day. Thanks to them, the Red Cross is there when needed most. We invite you to join a movement of millions who, together, are changing the lives of others through the American Red Cross. To get involved call 1-800-RED-CROSS or visit redcross.org or redcrossblood.org. To celebrate Red Cross month all presenting blood donors at a Red Cross blood drive in March will receive a coupon for a free lunch pack at Cumberland Farms, which includes any one of our delicious sandwiches, any size fountain soda or frozen beverage, and a 1.5 oz. bag of Cumberland Farms brand chips. Prizes are not redeemable for cash and non-transferable. If fountain/frozen beverage machine is unavailable, donor can substitute a 1/2 liter of Cumberland Farms bottled water. Council 228 Webster Sponsors Scout Patches WEBSTER — Webster Knights of Columbus Council 228 was honored to partially sponsor the cost of the “Duty to God” patches earned by members of the Mohegan Council of the Boy Scouts of America at Treasure Valley last summer. More than 150 Scouts and adult leaders earned the patches by meeting all requirements to qualify for this honor. As Jay Garee from the Mohegan Council states, “Duty to God is at the heart of the Scouting movement. Religious emblems reinforce this spiritual component and promote the values found in the Scouting program.” Council 228 was happy to assist the Scouts with the help of Knight William White soon to be ordained Deacon from St Anthony of Padua Parish in Dudley. Courtesy photo Acolyte William White presents Grand Knight Paul Perry with a letter of thanks from BSA Mohegan Council
www.webstertimes.net Friday, March 18, 2011 • THE WEBSTER TIMES • 7 LEARNING Child soldier speaks at Nichols College DUDLEY — On Thursday, March 3, in Nichols Daniels Auditorium, Michel Chikwanine spoke about his traumatic experiences as a child soldier in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The event was sponsored by Nichols Campus Activities Board as part a week-long program encouraging students to “Be the Change” they want to see in the world. At only five years of age, Chikwanine and his friends were kidnapped by the Army. Amid the terror of the Great War of Africa which took the lives of 3.8 million, he witnessed the torture and killing of his father and the rape of his mother. His childhood was further ravaged when he was forced to kill his best friend. Chikwanine’s presentation “From Child Soldier to Child Activist” left the audience with a new perspective on life and a sense of hope through social responsibility. “His story was truly inspiring,” said Psychology major Kristina Lindgren from Sturbridge. “He taught me not to take for granted what I have been given.” Chikwanine addressed many of the problems facing the developing world, including the need for clean water and improved access to education. HR major Natalie Wilson from Bedford, NH, said: “As a woman in the U.S., I have the privilege of getting an education and impacting society for the better, where that is not an option for the women of Africa.” Chikwanine travelled to many African countries after he left his home as a refugee at the age of 11. Today, he is an accomplished motivational speaker, addressing audiences across North America and speaking on Oprah’s O Ambassadors Roots of Action Tour for students at resource-poor schools. Stonebridge Press Villager Newspapers SHEPHERD HILL REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Monday, March 21: Teryaki chicken, potato puffs, rolls and butter, fruit. Tuesday, March 22: Buffalo chicken wrap with shredded lettuce and croutons, celery sticks, blue cheese, peaches. Wednesday, March 23: Beef Stroganoff, noodles, salad, rolls and butter, fruit. Thursday, March 24: Baked chicken, potato, vegetable, rolls and butter, macaroons. Friday, March 25: Tuna wrap, potato puffs, fruit. D/C ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS Monday, March 21: Chicken tenders, potato puffs, rolls and butter, fruit. Tuesday, March 22: American chop suey, vegetables, rolls and butter, fruit. Wednesday, March 23: Pizza with tomato sauce and cheese, salad, fruit. Thursday, March 24: Salisbury steak, mashed potato, vegetables, rolls and butter, macaroons. Friday, March 25: Tuna wrap, potato puffs, fruit. BARTLETT HIGH SCHOOL Courtesy photo Michel Chikwanine with Nichols Class of 2013 Treasurer Stephen Mack. EDUCATION NOTEBOOK UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS DARTMOUTH NORTH DARTMOUTH — The following UMass Dartmouth students have been named to the Chancellor’s List in recognition of earning a semester grade point average of 3.8 or higher of a possible 4.0: Dudley: Grace Aldyoub Webster: Brittany Allcorn Webster: Ashley Sweeney The following UMass Dartmouth students have been named to the Dean’s List in recognition of earning a semester grade point average of 3.5 or higher of a possible 4.0: Dudley: Kevin Campbell Dudley: Michael Chateauneuf Dudley: Marissa Kimball Dudley: Jillian Kozub Oxford: Kevin Donovan Oxford: Kelly Largesse Webster: Julie Hoyt OXFORD LIBRARY AMNESTY MONTH April is Amnesty Month at the Oxford Library! This is a great chance to return Oxford Library book that you have been hanging onto all year. Forget to return your summer reading! Return it during the month of April and pay no fines! This applies to all Oxford items, including movies, books, CD’s, games, even magazines! The one rule to remember is that this only applies to Oxford items, we cannot waive the fines on items that belong to other libraries. They are kind enough to send us their items so that out patrons do not have to go to other libraries, but we have to follow their rules. The Oxford Library does this every year during April to help out our patrons. ST. ANDREW BOBOLA HOLY ROSARY SODALITY SCHOLARSHIP The Holy Rosary Sodality of St. Andrew Bobola Church is offering a $500 scholarship to a current high school Senior whose mother, grandmother or great grandmother is an active Sodality member in good standing. This is not limited to local students but open to any senior meeting the above requirements and the application guidelines. Applications should be submitted to the St. Andrew Bobola Scholarship Committee, PO Box 98, Dudley MA 01571. The scholarship guidelines and application are available at the church rectory at 54 West Main St., Dudley between 8 am and noon, Monday through Friday. Completed applications are due no later than April 29, 2011. The scholarship will be presented to the student at our annual Communion Breakfast upon receipt of their college transcript indicating successful completion of their first semester and continuation into their second semester. HOLY NAME CENTRAL CATHOLIC JR./SR. HIGH SCHOOL WORCESTER — The following area students have been named to the honor roll for the second quarter of the school year at Holy Name Central Catholic Junior/Senior High School: Freshmen: Carolyn Trottier of Webster. Sophomores: Alexandra Dube of Dudley: Melissa Andersen, Karina Halloran, Shannon McCarthy, Mariah Rennie, all of Oxford: Kasandra Lugo of Webster. Juniors: Katianna Antkowiak, Allyson Hassett, John Soltys, all of Oxford. Seniors: Aaron Fossas of Dudley: Kevin Johnson, Emma McLaughlin, Nicholas Smarra all of Oxford: Stephanie Dymek of Webster. OXFORD CLERGY OXFORD –– The Oxford Clergy has met to begin planning the Baccalaureate Service for the class of 2011. This event is for all Oxford Graduating Seniors whether you attend Oxford High School are home schooled, or attend a private school out of town. This year’s Service will be held on Tuesday evening, May 14 at 7 p.m. The location will be announced. Statement of Purpose: The baccalaureate Service is a religious and spiritual event planned and led by Oxford Clergy that provides an occasion to remember that we do not belong only to ourselves and that our true vocations, our deepest callings, are discovered only by committing ourselves to the service of the common good. Newspaper Inserts are one of the best marketing tools available. Direct mailed to every home or zoned exactly where you want for a fraction of the cost of direct mailing. The Webster Times can insert your 8.5”x11” insert for only $ 38 per thousand or we will Design, Print and Deliver your flyer for as little as $ 75 per thousand For more information call Sandy Lapensee, Advertising Executive 508-909-4110 sandy@stonebridgepress.com Monday, March 21: Salad meals or assorted grinders or foot long hot dogs, baked beans, macaroni salad, fruit cocktail, milk. Tuesday, March 22: Salad meals or assorted grinders or chicken fajita wrap, spanish rice, sweet peas, fruity Jell-O, milk. Wednesday, March 23: Salad meals or assorted grinders or spaghetti, meat sauce, garlic bread, garden salad, green beans, gingerbread, cream, milk. Thursday, March 24: Salad meals or assorted grinders or chicken patty on a bun, baked French fries, grape juice, vanilla pudding, milk. Friday, March 25: Salad meals or assorted grinders or grilled cheese on whole grain bread or nacho chips, salas, tomato soup, brownies, milk. WEBSTER MIDDLE SCHOOL Monday, March 21: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or hot dog on a bun, potato wedges, baked beans, apple slices with cream, milk. Tuesday, March 22: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or honey BBQ spare rib on a bun, lettuce, tomato, crispy onion rings, seasoned corn, brownies, milk. Wednesday, March 23: Backward Day! – Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice, Aunt Jemima pancakes, cereal, ham slice, orange juice, blueberries and cream, milk. Thursday, March 24: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or chicken patty on a bun, lettuce and tomato, potato puffs, seasoned carrots, chocolate pudding, milk. Friday, March 25: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or cheese pizza, garden salad, green beans, vanilla cake, frosted, milk. PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Monday, March 21: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or baked chicken, mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, Popsicle, milk. Tuesday, March 22: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice or American chop suey, garlic bread, green beans, brownies, milk. Wednesday, March 23: Backward Day! – Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice, Aunt Jemima pancakes, scrambled eggs, pork sausage links, orange juice, blueberries and cream, milk. Thursday, March 24: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice, or pork choplette on a bun, oriental rice, seasoned corn, apple crisp, milk. Friday, March 25: Turkey sandwich, pretzels, juice, or cheese pizza, garden salad, fruity Jell- O, milk. BREAKFAST BAY PATH Monday, March 21: Buttermilk pancakes, syrup, 4 oz cup of yogurt, orange or apple juice. Tuesday, March 22: Eggs and breakfast sausage, whole wheat toast, jelly, orange or apple juice. Wednesday, March 23: Sausage, egg, cheese muffin, 4 oz cup of yogurt, fruit cup. Thursday, March 24: Yogurt parfait (blueberries and strawberries), bowl of cereal, orange of apple juice. Friday, March 25: Texas French toast, syrup, 4 oz cup of yogurt, fruit cup. LUNCH Monday, March 21: American chop suey, green beans, whole wheat roll and butter, fruit or peanut butter and jelly sandwich, green beans, baked chips, fruit. Tuesday, March 22: Beef tacos (lettuce, tomato, salsa sauce), seasoned rice, sweet corn, fresh fruit or grilled cheese sandwich, rice, corn, fruit. Wednesday, March 23: Shepherd’s pie (beef, corn, potato, with beef gravy, whole wheat roll and butter, fruit or vegetable burger on a bun, salad, fruit. Thursday, March 24: Meatball grinder with cheese, baked potato tots, green beans, fresh fruit or vegetable wrap, tots, green beans, fruit. Friday, March 25: Baked macaroni and cheese, mixed vegetables, whole wheat roll and butter, fresh fruit or grilled cheese sandwich, tomato, soup, crackers, fruit.
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