10A COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL January 28, 2015
ol l Zone
Z one
o n ne
The inside scoop on
Cottage Grove-area schools
Event at Bohemia
aims to help
'Parents Connect'
Slew of presentations begins at 7:30 p.m.
January 28, 2015
Sophomores
practice art
of the
interview
2. Sensory Supports
Learn how sensory supports help manage behavior and pre-
vent meltdowns. Make and take sensory supports during this
presentation. Presented by Head Start staff.
S
3. Calming Your Child
Learn techniques to cope with a child’s challenging behaviors
and upset emotions. The presentation will cover underlying is-
sues, as well as strategies to use to calm a child. Presented by
Helen Riley, South Lane Mental Health
photo by Jon Stinnett
Cottage Grove Public Works Director Jan Wellman interviews sophomore Allison
Thomas during a round of interviews Friday morning.
demeanor and body language
throughout and the conclusion.
Each interview took between
fi ve to 10 minutes, and each
community volunteer conducted
about a half-dozen interviews,
with volunteers rotating in and
out throughout the morning.
Marc Bass, who also over-
sees the school’s branch of the
Reaching Out Mentoring pro-
gram, said the program to give
sophomores a taste of the world
of job interviews has been bring-
ing students and business lead-
ers together for about four years
now. Bass said students look
forward to (and often, dread)
the interviews. He often chooses
volunteers who have conducted
interviews with students the pre-
vious year, he said, to gauge the
differences in their answers and
performances from year to year.
One such repeat volunteer,
Brad Cohen of Brad’s Cottage
Grove Chevrolet, said he’s nev-
er been more impressed with the
quality of interviews and inter-
viewees than he was this year.
DISTRICT BRIEFS
KEZI weather
team visits
Bohemia and
Harrison
Last week, the Weather Team
of KEZI News visited students at
Bohemia and Harrison Elemen-
tary School. Students learned
about the science behind both
the weather and predicting the
weather.
Abracadabra at
LMS
Lincoln Middle School held
another Good Behavior Activity
outh Lane School District and Head Start are inviting
area parents to an evening of classes for parents of pre-
school through elementary-age students.
The Parents Connect event scheduled this Thursday, Jan. 29
beginning with a 6 p.m. dinner at Bohemia Elementary, offers
parents a chance to attend one of a variety of presentations that
suit their interests. The presentations and a brief description of
each follow:
1. Get ready for full-day kindergarten
Full Day Kindergarten is coming in the Fall of 2015. Dis-
trict staff aims to work together to prepare children for success
and joy in the rigorous expectations of Full-Day Kindergarten.
Presented by SLSD Kindergarten Teachers Kristi Geisler (Bo-
hemia) and Sarah Parsons (Harrison) for parents of 4-5 year
olds.
BY JON STINNETT
The Cottage Grove Sentinel
ophomores at Cottage
Grove High School put
their skills to the test Friday
morning with a round of mock
interviews conducted by mem-
bers of the local business com-
munity.
Students left class and headed
to the CGHS library in small
groups Friday. There, they were
assigned to a representative from
a local business, government or
nonprofi t organization. After the
appropriate greeting, the student
presented a resume outlining
their skills and experience. A
few of the typical questions that
would be featured in most any
job interview were then asked,
and the volunteer used a score
sheet to gauge the student in
three areas — the greeting and
handshake and whether the stu-
dent was appropriately dressed
for the interview; the substance
of the interview and student's
S
on Jan. 6. In fact, this one was
magical, as the school brought
back Magician Hart Keene, who
ate needles, pulled glasses out of
empty bags and (miraculously)
made Mr. Smith's head shrink!
Students are eligible to attend
good behavior activities if they
don't have a referral or multiple
detentions. At this event LMS
had an amazing 92 percent of its
students attend.
OSLC, Dept. of
Forestry donate
technology
desktop computers, several lap-
tops and other devices to our
district. These computers and
devices have already started to
make a difference around South
Lane School District. A donated
video processor replaced a failed
unit at Bohemia Elementary,
which re-enabled the closed cir-
cuit cameras. The desktops have
allowed the technology depart-
ment to upgrade some class-
room computers and the Harri-
son mini-lab in the Library. One
of the laptops replaced a teach-
er's recently stolen one and also
served as an upgrade. The tech-
nology team will continue to put
these resources to use over the
school year.
The Department of Forestry
also recently donated 17 desk-
top computers and fl at panel
monitors. These computers will
serve as upgrades to student lab
computers.
4. Creating Personalized Behavior Supports for Your
Child
Learn how to develop personalized tools to help children be-
come more independent in understanding and managing their
own behavior. You will make and take supports during this ses-
sion. Presented by Jen Burt, South Lane School District School
Psychologist
5. Early Math Fun and Games
Learn how you can support the development of your child’s
math skills. Learn about a powerful digital game currently be-
ing used to develop these skills. Targeting ages 4-7. Presented
by U. of O. Researchers from the Center for Teaching and
Learning
6. FUN With Books
Learn how to make the most of reading with your child.
Learn strategies to ask questions and extend a story through
activities to increase vocabulary and comprehension. Presented
by Gayla Clark, Emerald Reading Association
7. Managing YOUR Stress!
Being a parent is the most diffi cult job in the world. There
are many healthy strategies to manage your stress. Presented
by Head Start’s Health and Wellness Specialist
8. Girls Can Be Bullies Too…
The social interactions of girls can be complicated and trau-
matizing. Learn strategies to help your daughter cope. Pre-
sented by Staff from Ophelia’s Place
9. Early Literacy, How Parents Can Help Teach Needed
Skills At Home
Parents are every child’s fi rst teacher. Learn strategies to help
build early literacy skills and strengthen vocabulary needed in
elementary school. Presented by SLSD Reading Specialists
Angie Lamie and Amy Beck
Heraej=bbkn`]^haHqtqnu
The Oregon Social Learn-
ing Center recently donated 30
Assisted Living and
Memory Care Apartments
Our beautiful community is designed
for those who need assistance or have
memory impairments. You can be
assured that you or your loved one
will receive the best in care along with
compassionate personal attention from
our well trained staff.
Call or stop by for more
information and a personal tour!
We are available
7 days a week!
Skilled Nursing at Coast Fork Nursing
Walking into Coast Fork one can tell this is a place filled with camaraderie
and closeness. This place radiates with the loyalty, love and laughter of old
friends. Spending time at Coast Fork Nursing Center is like joining a group
of life-long friends for coffee. The laugher spills over into the hallways, the
appreciation for each other rings in the words they say, and the commit-
ment to the future is evident in each and every heart.
Jared Davis, D.C.
Chiropractic Physician
541.767.3788
1240 E. Main St.
in Cottage Grove
Onsite Services provided by COAST FORK NURSING CENTER
• Activities • Housekeeping • Nursing
• Occupational therapy • Physical therapy
• Social work • Speech/language pathology
515 Grant Avenue, CG • 541.942.5528
For life
insurance,
call a good
neighbor.
Matt Bjornn ChFC, Agent
1481 Gateway Blvd
Cottage Grove, OR 97424
Bus: 541-942-2623
matt@bjornninsurance.com
Call me and I’ll help you
choose the right life insurance
for you and your family.
We put the life back
in life insurance.
™
Douglas G. Maddess, DMD
Brightening Lives One Smile at a Time
1500 Village Dr., Cottage Grove, OR 97424
T
541-767-0080 s www.MiddlefieldOaks.com
Avoid the Tax Penalty &
Get Health Insurance.
Deadline is February 15th
Call Paul Henrichs for No-cost advice.
541-517-7362
coverage4oregon@gmail.com
Local Independent Agent
#OMPREHENSIVE &AMILY $ENTISTRY
.OW /FFERING $IGITAL 82AYS
&INANCING /PTIONS !VAILABLE
7ELCOMING .EW 0ATIENTS
#ALL FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY
Paul Henrichs, LUTCF
C OTTAGE G ROVE T AX O FFICE
$10 NEW CLIENT DISCOUNT
on your 2014 Taxes
Income Taxes • Bookkeeping
Quickbooks Specialist
Payroll
State Farm Life Insurance Company (Not licensed in MA, NY or WI),
State Farm Life and Accident Assurance Company (Licensed in NY and WI),
1311000
Bloomington, IL
3OUTH TH 3T s #' s
See our new website:
douglasgmaddessdmd.com
Cauleen & Laura - Owners
541-942-7070 •541-767-1841
cgtaxoffi ce@gmail.com
PO Box 844
28 South 6th St. Suite C
Cottage Grove