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10 A SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2017 Programs only be programs at the ele- mentary school. In addition, there will no longer be transportation for program participants, so par- ents and guardians will be responsible for picking up stu- dent participants. The proposed cuts to the program are so dramatic that Utz has asked for the public’s help in blocking the cuts. “The Title IVB 21st CCLC grant program has been cut by presidential executive order, which means that there may be no Title IVB grant to apply for. The executive order can be overturned by other gov- erning bodies before it is enacted,” Utz said. “Please, write or call your representa- tives or senators to let them know we need after school programs.” The CCLC program seeks to help students achieve stan- dards in core academic sub- jects, such as science, reading and math, and to offer enrich- ment programs that supple- ment regular academic pro- grams. While the reduction in from 1A The proposed total elimina- tion of the CLCC directly impacts Siuslaw School District, as this grant is the primary source of funding for the “Twilight” after school programs. The release of the Trump education budget earlier this year started a preparatory evaluation of the Twilight pro- grams by Siuslaw Special Programs Director Lisa Utz. Utz said the evaluation focused on the needs and par- ticipation levels at the three schools in the district, and changes were made for the upcoming school year. The results of the “needs assessment” was added to advice from the Oregon Department of Education to determine the programs to be offered in 2018. The changes from 2017 are substantive. Most noticeably, there will be no Twilight programs offered at the middle school or at the high school. There will funding may affect the hours and locations where the Twilight program will be held, the focus will remain the same. “Our focus this year is on STEAM, which stands for Science, Technology, Engin- eering, Arts and Math. While we will continue to offer help with homework and credit recovery, our main goal is to enrich and extend our stu- dents’ learning,” Utz said. “Fun, active learning using STEAM as a focus keeps our students engaged and adds value to their day.” Utz’s area of responsibility also extends to oversight of the Indian Education program at SSD. This culturally orient- ed program is also in the midst of significant changes that Utz believes will result in positive outcomes for students. “In addition to other cultur- al programming, Twilight will continue to support Indian Education as that program undergoes some reconstruc- tion. We are excited about new partnerships, and contin- uing to honor our communi- ty’s cultural heritage,” Utz said. There still remain a few challenges to address as the school year approaches in the implementation of the “new” after school programs at SSD. “We have not been able to hire the part-time staff we need to work our programs. We have set up temporary staffing to be able to get rolling this year, so we will still be able to run our pro- grams,” Utz stated. “We do need to hire permanent staff though, and if anyone is inter- ested in a position with Twilight, or would like to vol- unteer, please contact us.” Visit siuslaw.k12.or.us for more information or to ask how to get involved in volun- teering or saving the CCLC grant program. “We are hopeful that the Title IVB grants will be saved, but won’t know until next winter,” Utz said. “If they are, we will apply. If not, we will be pulling together partnerships and other fund- ing to continue our after school programs.” THIS WEEK 240 HOURS Is your family prepared? If an emergency happens in your community, it may take emergency workers some time to reach you. You should be prepared to take care of yourself and your family for a minimum of 240 hours. Get your emergency kit started with these essentials: ❑ Pen and paper ❑ Money ❑ Address and phone numbers ❑ Work gloves ❑ Basic tools This message brought to you by the West Lane Emergency Operations Group. www.wleog.org IDENTIFY • PREPARE • SURVIVE COAST ON THE A W EEKLY L ISTING OF C OMMUNITY E VENTS IN THE F LORENCE A REA S UBMIT ALL E VENTS I NFORMATION VIA E MAIL TO P RESS R ELEASES @T HE S IUSLAW N EWS . COM Florence area florencechamber.com Sept. 2 Friends of the Library Book Sale 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Florence Area Democratic Club Meeting 11 a.m. Open to public Florence Senior Center Sept. 8 Florence MS Support Group Second Friday For info, contact 541997-8205 or 541-999-1608 Sept. 9 Sept. 3 Friends of the Library Book Sale 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library Van Fans Lunch 11:45 a.m. check in Noon lunch — $8.50 The Shorewood 541-999-0779 Sept. 7 Lane County Community Meeting Regarding Transfer of Ocean Woods Park to the City of Florence 6 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library 541-682-2001 Sept. 8-10 10th annual Rods ’n’ Rhodies 5th annual Community Wide Garage Sale “Spirit of the Northwest” Clay Mask Challenge Class 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration required Florence Senior Center 541-991-3760 Four Shillings Short Family Concert 6-8 p.m. Open to public Siuslaw Public Library “Drag Me to Neverland” An All-Ages Drag Show with Fanny Rugburn 8 p.m. Tickets required — $12 Class Act Theatre DONATE NOW! Us TOO Florence Prostate Cancer Support Group Noon to 1 p.m. Open to public Ichiban Restaurant 541-999-4239 Rhododendron Society “Rhodies 101” 6:30 p.m. Open to public Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw 541-997-3082, www.siuslawars.org Sept. 15 Coastal Women Veterans Luncheon 11:30 a.m. Register at 541-997-4403 or ncoughlan@aol.com Jerry’s Place 88274 Rhododendron Drive Sept. 17 “Spirit of the Northwest” Clay Mask Challenge Class 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration required Florence Senior Center 541-991-3760 Sept. 20 Kiwanis 3-2-1 Club Introduction 6 p.m. Open to public Beachcomber Pub Sept. 21 Peace Harbor Volunteers Meeting, Lunch 11:30 a.m. RSVP to womangolfer7@gmail.com or 541-902-1368 by Sept. 14 Florence Events Center ESTATE JEWELRY AND ANTIQUE FURNITURE!!! We buy, sell and consign quality estate/heirloom jewelry & furniture. Gold, silver, platinum jewelry with precious & semi precious stones. Florence Antiques 2315 Hwy. 101 • Florence • 541-997-8460 CUSTOM ENGRAVING & CUTTING “Medicare Made Clear” Educational Event 10 a.m. Open to the public Florence Senior Center Town Hall Meeting with PeaceHealth Noon Open to public Florence Events Center Call 541-997-8104, St. Vincent de Paul Sept. 19 Sept. 12 Sept. 13 Writers on the River “Midnight in Florence” Literary Salon 6-8 p.m. Open to public FRAA Art Center CJReditor@gmail.com 541-708-2120. Maximize your donation by donating to Cars for a Cause by Dec. 31st. We accept cars, trucks, RVs, boats & motorcycles CALL NOW! SAPPSA meeting 3:30 p.m. at the Open to the public Siuslaw Public library sappsa@oregonfast.net Us TOO Florence Prostate Cancer Support Group 5-7 p.m. Open to public Presbyterian Church of the Siuslaw 541-999-4239 2nd Saturday Gallery Tour 3-5 p.m. Open to public Various locations around Florence 2ndSaturdayGalleryTour.com Sept. 6 Celebrate Siuslaw Salmon Fundraiser with Siuslaw Watershed Council 5:30-9 p.m. Tickets required Florence Events Center 541-268-3044 Sept. 11 CCB# 55030 541-997-5691 541-361-9080 jmirvis@charter.net Florence, Oregon Glass For Every Purpose 1780 Kingwood St. 541-997-8526 “Spirit of the Northwest” Clay Mask Challenge Class 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration required Florence Senior Center 541-991-3760 Sept. 27 “Spirit of the Northwest” Clay Mask Challenge Show Noon-7 p.m. Open to public to view/auction Florence Events Center 541-991-3760 Sept. 29-30 Florence Festival of Books Words on the Coast Writers Conference Sept. 29 King and Queen of Pop Student Vocal Showcase 7 p.m. Open to public Class Act Theatre Sept. 30 Jason Wood Untucked 8 p.m. Tickets required — $12 Class Act Theatre County Transfer & Recycling Auto, Home, Life, Business Flood, Antique Auto, RV’s Medicare Advantage Plans Medicare Supplements Health Insurance Phone (541) 997-9497 1234 Rhododendron Dr / Florence FLORENCE Awards • Plaques • Name Badges Gifts • Signage • Glassware Sept. 22 Great prices on all top national brands! 685-A Hwy 101, Florence, OR. 541-997-3273 Commerical • Residential Weekly, Bi-Weekly, Monthly, One Time Pick-Up. 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