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COTTAGE GROVE SENTINEL • JANUARY 16, 2019 • The Cottage Events Venue presents SINGER/SONGWRITER IN CONCERT Saturday, January 19 at 7 PM $15-$20 suggested at the door 2915 Row River Rd • cottageevents.com Alan D. Walker A Masters Level Christian Counselor Specializing in: Premarital, Marriage, and Family Grief & Loss Depression & Anxiety Offices in Cottage Grove, Yoncalla, and Roseburg 541-817-6271 AlanWalkerPACO@gmail.com E Bullying from A1 Jeremy and Emily at the middle school and part- nered with them in conver- sations with the University of Oregon who helped them build the Tiger Room,” Brid- gens said, noting that, as an elementary school, Bohemia has worked to build bridges with the local middle school — including incorporating techniques found at Lincoln Middle School’s Tiger Pride room. Th e room is a place for re- storative conversations and is based on data collected by the University of Ore- gon and several studies sur- rounding student behavior. Inside the room, students who have experienced con- fl ict come together under the guide of a mediator and talk through their is- sues. However, the practice has met criticism by some around the state as not be- ing eff ective — particularly for students of color. Nancy Willard has spent six years studying bullying and possible approaches schools can take to bet- ter address the issue. She has worked with the Sa- lem-Kaizer School District and is working on material to be utilized statewide. Th e current process of “...we have to work on the facilitation of those conversations and we’re working with Lincoln Middle School on that.” — Tammy Hodgkinson South Lane School Board member restorative conversation, according to Willard, al- lows the student with an advanced social standing to maintain that standing. “Th ey know exactly what to say during the conversa- tion,” she said. 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It’s an issue that hasn’t escaped South Lane ad- ministrators or the South Lane School Board. Prior to breaking for the summer of 2018, board member Tam- my Hodgkinson introduced an agenda item questioning what the district could do to create a more welcoming environment for people of color. Bridgens also noted that schools are attempting to improve the restorative con- versation process for all stu- 541-735-0089 ccb# 217560 dents. “One of the things we had to very much work on is when we put someone who feels like they’ve been mis- treated… putting them in the same room as someone who just mistreated them,” she said. “It doesn’t feel very good to have to go up and hang out with that person so we have to work on the facilitation of those conver- sations and we’re working with Lincoln Middle School on that.” At Lincoln, a new pro- gram #ICanHelp has fol- lowed up multiple anti-bul- lying campaigns from last school year. According to school counselor Tim Par- tridge, the program gives students an ownership over the issue and asks that they report behavior that could be identifi ed as bullying. Student council heads the program — developed and used at a national level. Ac- cording to #ICanHelp, the program has worked with students to remove more than 800 instances of bul- lying or harassment where the bulk of those instanc- es take place: social media platforms. “Our kids aren’t allowed to use their cell phones during the school day,” Wren said — a sentiment echoed by Bridgens. “But they do go behind our backs.” DENTAL Insurance Physicians Mutual Insurance Company A less expensive way to help get the dental care you deserve If you’re over 50, you can get coverage for about No wait for preventive care and no deductibles – $1 a day* you could get a checkup tomorrow Keep your own dentist! 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Th e environ- mental awareness site Natural Rivers states that fl oods are the most common natural hazard in North America in terms of number of lives lost and property damage. Floods can occur day or night and any time of the year. Flooding can also occur in all diff erent terrains. In September 2018, many of the inland towns of North Carolina were fl ooded in the aft ermath of Hurricane Florence, displacing millions. Th e following month saw severe fl ooding in central and southern Texas that prompted Governor Greg Abbott to declare a state of disaster in 18 counties. Accuweather reported in the summer of 2018 that his- toric fl ooding closed famed Hershey Park, shuttering attractions for a few days. Flooding can cause considerable distress, uproot families and damage structures. But even people who live in fl ood zones can take steps to be fl ood-safe. • Purchase fl ood insurance. Many people and properties are not covered for fl ooding under standard homeowners insurance policies. As a result, it is essential to purchase separate fl ood insurance. Th e home improvement and information site HouseLogic says that fl ood insurance may be required by mortgage companies for those fi nancing homes in fl ood plains. • Have a “go bag” ready. Th is is a great idea in preparation for any type of emergency situation. Go bags can include a few changes of clothes, important documents and phone numbers, essential toiletries, extra cash, and non-perishable foods. You may want to stock go bags with fl ashlights, batteries and waterproof shoes as well. Evac- uate if a fl ood is predicted to be severe. • Know your fl ood level. Check fl ood maps at the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s website (FEMA.gov) or your local building department. Th is will help you know just how high the water might rise in certain scenarios so you can plan accordingly. • Safeguard key home systems. Protect sockets, switches, breakers, and wiring in a home by placing them at least one foot above the expected fl ood level in your area, off ers the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety. Move the furnace, water heater and any other key appliances so they sit above the property’s fl ood level. • Vent the water. Foundation vents, sump pumps, drains, and more can help keep water from accumulating in or around the foundation of a home. • Consider a grading change. Th e grading or slope of ground can be adjusted to direct water away from your home. If your street is prone to standing water aft er ordi- nary rainstorms, talk to your county planning or environmental services department about potential modifi cations. • Prepare for the worst. Home piers or columns can lift the lowest fl oor of a home above fl ood level. It’s an expensive undertaking but can be worth it in high-fl ood areas. Flooding is no joke. Homeowners can safeguard their homes with some protective steps. Make sure all the pieces are in place to render you and your family prepared in the event of a natural disaster. • Listen to radio or television newscasts for the latest weather information, and follow all evacuation directions and suggestions. • Keep a stock of non-perishable food items as well as bottled water on hand inside your home. • Keep a 72 Hour Kit on hand inside your home that is easy to get to in the event of a disaster. For more information and tips on disaster response and preparedness, contact your local emergency services center. South Lane Fire & Rescue • 233 Harrison Ave, Cottage Grove 541-942-4493 • 55 South 1st Street, Creswell 541-895-2506 Twitter: @southlanefi re Facebook: southlanecountyfi reandrescue
