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YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATION It’s a Family Choice

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‘HOOD ADVICE 5Learn how to deal with pressure from peers.

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Education is a family decision. Meet 4 local familes and

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CHILDHOOD 6Learn of the importance of

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NOT MY FAMILY 19 We all have embarassing moments.

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‘HOOD GOOD DIRECTORY 30

‘HOOD HAPPENINGS 15-18

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By Greta Stewart, Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health System


Teaching Responsibility & Accountability

The Pressure of

PeersIt’s human nature to want to fit in and be liked. But for today’s youth, the pressure to fit in is greater than ever. In fact, according to Dr. Charles Fay, founder of the Love and Logic Institute, almost 50 percent of adults surveyed believe peers have more influence on children today than in the past. “That’s why it’s crucial for parents to have a good relationship with their kids,” says Tomas Holtberg, Outpatient Therapist at Avera Behavioral Services. “Kids don’t want to stand out for the wrong reasons,” he says, “But your job as a parent is to teach them that the choices they make have consequences.”

When kids hit the age of 12 or 13, this is when peers become primary motivators, according to Holtberg. “The brain does not become fully developed until we hit around 23 or 25,” he says. “So we rely on outside influences when it comes to making choices.” As children become more independent, peers naturally play a greater role in your child’s life.

Holtberg refers many of his patients and their families to Love and Logic, which offers parents plenty of practical, easy-to-learn tools that can literally save a child’s life when peer pressure drives him or her to experiment with dangerous activities such as sex, drugs, violence and other reckless behavior. “There’s no need to fight with your children over friends and there’s no need for peer pressure to lead them astray,” Holtberg says. “Parents can be power-ful influences in their children’s lives. You have to instill accountability and responsibility.”

Here are four tips Holtberg suggests to help you give your kids the tools they need to resist peer pressure:

1 Teach Your Children That Poor Choices Lead To Unpleasant Consequences

When children know that poor decisions lead to unhappiness, they tend to be a lot more careful about the

choices they make. Holtberg says as parents, you need to allow children to make plenty of choices, and plenty of mis-takes, when the consequences of these mistakes are not serious or life-threatening. As for the mistakes, “if you’re disappointed, tell your child he or she made a bad choice but make sure you tell them they’re not a bad person,” Holtberg says.

2 Avoid Power Struggles Over Friendship ChoicesDon’t fall into the trap of fighting a losing battle over whom your children choose as friends. Parent-child clashes over this issue actually drive kids away from their parents and the family they need so badly. “You need to let your children know you love them regardless of whom they choose as friends,” Holtberg stresses.

3 Send Positive Messages About Your Child’s Ability To Make Wise Choices

Children will either live up to or down to their parent’s expectations. Some parents unwittingly set their kids up for failure by saying things like ‘that Joe is going to get you into a world of trouble.’ Statements like that imply our kids are not strong enough to resist temptation. Instead, say some-thing like this: ‘Honey, Joe sure is lucky to have a friend like you who makes such smart choices.’

4 Allow Your Child To Use You As The ‘Bad Guy’Give your children a way of saving face when their friends tempt them to make poor decisions. “I have no problem telling parents to throw themselves under the bus,” Holt-berg says emphatically. “Tell them (your kid’s friends) your parents are huge jerks and that they’ll take away the cell phone or the car.”

At the end of the day, Holtberg says you can’t shelter your kids, no matter how much you’d like to. But, he says, “You can let them know you believe in them and are proud of them.” n

Often parents can sense problems with their children at a young age. They may notice their child is not observant, responding to their name or making eye contact. They might notice their child does not engage in playful exchanges. We have heard this story many times. Parents know something is wrong, but other family members may discourage these observations with comments like, “They’ll grow out of it.”

As therapists, we view eye contact and playful interactions as foundational to developing competent communication skills. The simple games of our own childhood are often the easiest resources in developing these foundational skills. Games such as Peek-a-Boo, Pat-a-Cake, and So Big are easy ways to reinforce and promote these skills. Play time should always be at eye level and will help to make interacting playful and fun.

Another part of development lies in sensory experiences. How children process sensory information is vital to interacting successfully. Every interaction with your child involves the sensory system: including hugging and cuddling, tossing in the air, twirling in circles, allowing them to get messy and dirty, singing songs, and reading books. It is imperative that these interactions primarily involve you as opposed to the television, computer, or other forms of technology. n

“Therapies for children are interrelated. We can’t just work on behavior, or just on social skills, or just on sensory…all need to be integrated into a whole to achieve maximum benefits.” – Temple Grandin

InteractingWith Your Toddler/Preschooler

By Julie Klusmann, OTR/L, Time 2 Shine Therapy

‘hood shouldpTake time to interact and play with your child, instead of stimulating them with television, computers, etc. Teaching and developing interraction starts at home.

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FA M I LY H O O D

There are several education options in and around Sioux Falls. What’s the best option for your child’s education? Is there a catch-all for every kid? Hear from 4 local families that have weighed the options and have made the best decision for their children, and their family...

YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATIONIt’s a Family Choice

Who does your family consist of?Dad (Mike), Mom (Terra), Arianne (12), Noah (10), Gracie (7), Zachary (2), Sierra (4 months)

Where do you children attend school?Arianne is a 6th grader at Patrick HenryNoah and Gracie are in 4th and 1st Grade at Rosa Parks Global Elementary

How long have they attended school there?This is our first year at both schools, but we have had the children enrolled in Sioux Falls Public Schools since Arianne started Kindergarten.

Why did you choose this school-ing choice?We knew that we would have a large family and private school wasn’t financially an

option for us. So early on, I knew that our children would attend public school. We have had many excellent teachers and the children have had opportunities to participate in things like drama produc-tions, chorus, orchestra, fun field trips, and learning a foreign language to name a few. What has your child gained from this schooling choice?Gracie and Noah have enjoyed spending time with their friends everyday, and both really enjoy their teachers. The Spanish instruction this year has also been some-thing that they have in common and enjoy speaking to each other. Arianne has made many new friends, and really bonded with her core teachers.

What has your family gained from this schooling choice?They all have had opportunities to participate in things we may not have had the money for them to do in other circum-

stances. Arianne and Noah both play the violin, and have enjoyed the field trips, both in the past and this year. And Gracie adores her teacher and I know she’s learning and having fun every single day.

What do you, as parents, think is the best thing about this schooling choice?Knowing that the kids are learning, making friends, and bonding with their teachers is the best part for me.

What does your child think is the best thing about this schooling choice?Gracie said “Gym.” Noah said “Friends.” Arianne said “Going from class to class and not having to stay in the same room with the same people all day, and hanging out with my friends.”

What one piece of advice would you give families who might be considering this schooling choice?Do your research and find out the many options available to you within the school system. Sioux Falls has a number of specialty schools, along with the regular schools. Because of moving, our children have been in three very different elementa-ry schools and we’ve enjoyed each school for it’s strengths and differences. n

PUBLIC SCHOOLthe Roth Family


FA M I LY H O O D

HOMESCHOOLthe Bauman FamilyWho does your family consist of?Dad (Steve), Mom (Christa), Carter (10), Madelyn (7) and Max (3 ½)

Where do you children attend school?Home. Carter is in 4th grade and Madelyn is in 1st grade. Max attends preschool at our church two afternoons each week.

How long have they attended school there?This is our third year homeschooling. Our oldest did attend public school for two years before we decided to educate our children at home.

Why did you choose this school-ing choice?We want a different kind of educational experience than is offered in local public or private schools. The sky is the limit when it comes to choosing curriculum. There are so many amazing books and resources to explore! We don’t have to be limited by what a school district has chosen, and we can tailor our children’s education to their learning style and interests.

What has your child gained from this schooling choice?They have gained time….more time to just be kids, more leisure time, more time to pursue interests, more time with their siblings, more quality time with their friends, more time outside, more time to sleep. They are also confident and independent learners.

What has your family gained from this schooling choice?We feel closer and more connected to each other when we spend time together all day, rather than going in different directions. We also enjoy the flexibility of our schedule, and being able to choose how to spend our time.

What do you, as parents, think is the best thing about this school-ing choice?That we can be in control of and ac-countable for what our children are learning. We teach everything from a biblical worldview, as this is what we feel called to do by our faith. It’s also quite wonderful to be right there to witness your child learning a new skill or getting really excited about something they have just figured out.

What does your child think is the best thing about this schooling choice?(Carter) I like it that once I have learned something, that we can move on instead of having to wait for other people to get it too. I like it that I don’t have leave the house so early every morning. (Madelyn) I like that I get to spend time with my mom and my brothers.

What one piece of advice would you give families who might be considering this schooling choice?Homeschooling can be very rewarding, but it’s also challenging and a huge commitment of your time. I’ve found it to be very important to gather support. Homeschooling is gaining popularity, but it is still not the mainstream choice. Friends and family may not understand or may even disagree with your choice. You need to have friends to share ideas, frustrations and concerns with. We are members of SECHE (Sioux Empire Christian Home Educators) which is a support group, and also Living Legacy Academy, which is a teaching cooperative that meets once a week for classes that the parents teach. Both are great social opportunities for the kids and parents! n


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PRIVATE SCHOOLthe Rasanen FamilyWho does your family consist of?Dad (Rob), Mom (Tanya), Tyson (17), Jesse (15), Savannah (5), and Brittany (3.5)

Where do you children attend school?Tyson graduated from Success Academy last year. Jesse goes to O Gorman. Savannah and Brittany go to St. Marys.

How long have they attended school there?Jesse has attended Sioux Falls Catholic schools (SFCS), since 4th grade, when we moved to Sioux Falls. Savannah and Brittany started preschool at St. Marys this past fall.

Why did you choose this schooling choice?We chose SFCS, after our neighbors recommended it. They have 5 children-all SFCS kids. Being new to Sioux Falls, and not knowing anyone here, we liked that our (at the time) 4th grader and 6th grad-er, could be at the same school. If they went public-the 6th grader would have gone to a middle school. I wanted to keep the boys together, and we are Catholic, so it seemed like the correct choice.

What has your child gained from this schooling choice?SFCS has been such a blessing to our

kids. The education, and personal attention that they have received, is above and beyond. There is a real “family” component, and sense of community involvement instilled in these kids. Not only do they raise the bar academically, but on a social level as well. I can honestly say, the teenagers that I know at OG, are amazing people, with good heads on their shoulders. They are smart, generous, well rounded, and focused. My oldest son, Tyson, has Aspergers, and in our experience, SFCS kids were unbelievably accepting of his disability. SFCS is big on academic personal accountability, and teaching kids to be good people with a good moral base. The Spanish instruction this year has also been something that they have in common; they enjoy speak-ing to each other. Arianne has made many new friends and has really bonded with her core teachers.

What has your family gained from this schooling choice?As a family, I can say that I am very proud of whom SFCS is teaching my children to be. I am grateful for the confidence, and personal attention they give my children. My kids are not just a “number”. My Pre-K daughter is already learning to read and is doing math worksheets. Also, I have to say...I LOVE uniforms, especially with the

girls. There isn’t an issue of who has what and who is wearing what. Everyone is the same and there are less distractions. I equate it to an adult wearing a business suit. When they are in their uniforms they know it’s time to get down to business and work.

What do you, as parents, think is the best thing about this schooling choice?I think the best part of our schooling choice, is the family involvement that I have witnessed over the years. That family involvement, sense of community responsibility, and self accountability, re-ally sets these kids up for success.

What does your child think is the best thing about this schooling choice?I am pretty sure both girls would say “recess”, and their teachers. They LOVE their teachers.

What one piece of advice would you give families who might be considering this schooling choice?I absolutely recommend St. Marys, O Gorman, and the Catholic school system. We are so fortunate to have an affordable private school option here in Sioux Falls. If you can, take advantage of it. n


FA M I LY H O O D

the Rasanen Family

Who does your family consist of?Dad (Paul), Mom (Lois), Zak (18), Kelsey (16), and Noah (10)

Where do you children attend school?Noah attends Good Shepherd Lutheran School. The two high schoolers attend Great Plains Lutheran High School in Watertown, SD.

How long have they attended school there?We started sending our high school age kids 5 years ago.

Why did you choose this school-ing choice?It is really important to us that our children continue to receive a Christian education during their high school years.

What has your child gained from this schooling choice?Growth in their faith, an excellent academic foundation that prepares them well for college. Also, independence that can be seen in budgeting time and money, handling various social situations, and maturity to travel and complete independent studies.

What has your family gained from this schooling choice?The knowledge and reassurance that our children are being taught the morals and values that we believe in, which are based on our Lutheran teachings from the Bible.

What do you, as parents, think is the best thing about this school-ing choice?It is a faith based, Christ-centered education and it is demonstrated by the faculty and staff daily.

What does your child think is the best thing about this schooling choice?Having a little bit of independence from Mom and Dad, yet having the structure still needed during their teen years.

What one piece of advice would you give families who might be considering this schooling choice?While it is difficult to send one’s child away form home at age 14 or 15, the rewards and benefits that both the child and parents receive are numerous. Not only are they gaining excellent academic experiences for college, but there is great comfort to be had in knowing that our children are being taught and disciplined in the same manner as at home and in keeping with our Christian beliefs. As children enter their college years, we as parents feel confident that they are well prepared both academically and socially to take on the joys and challenges that await them. n

the Fick FamilyPRIVATE BOARDING SCHOOL

‘hood shouldpChoosing your child’s education is a very important decision. Take time to weigh the options, and decide what is the best fit for your family.


K A R A’ S K R E AT I O N S

GARDENa Crafty

Planting Cans

1. Take large empty food or coffee cans and use a can opener to take off the bottom so they are hollow.

2. Add some spray paint inside and out for color. 3. Bury your painted cans halfway in the ground and surround with

mulch to keep the weeds down around the outside. You can then plant your seeds inside the can to help young kids recognize where to water and where not to step. Add rolled chicken wire cages inside the cans and this will keep the bunnies from eat-ing your seedlings.

Rock Plant Signs

What better way to label what you planted than to use something from nature. These fun rock signs look right at home in a garden and add color and fun. Just choose a rock, grab craft paint and have fun! Spray your dry designs with clear spray paint to make them weather proof.

Children’s Garden Teepee

1. Find five to six branches to make your Teepee.2. Secure them with screws at the top and bury the sticks in

the ground. (Our garden is on rock, so we built a pentagon shape to hold our branches in place.

3. Train climbing plants like cucumbers or peas to climb up the Teepee as they grow.

Grow Big at Home!

Each year we plant GIANT sunflowers and watch as a tiny seed grows up twice as high as our kids. If you can plant only one thing, I would suggest giant sunflowers. They are a great tool to teach your kids about growing. They are hearty and do great with over or under watering! The birds enjoy the snack in the fall too! n



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The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire will open its doors on April 1, 2011! The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Sioux Empire will offer unique programming - different from cur-rent options in Sioux Falls. The Club will provide supervised afternoon and evening programs for an annual membership fee of $25 per year per child. All youth between the ages of 8-18 are invited to attend Monday through Saturday, and the Club will be open from 3 pm- 8 pm for ages 8-12 and 3 pm- 10 pm for ages 13-18.

Club programs feature five core areas: Character & Leadership, Career & Education, Health & Life Skills, the Arts, and Sports, Fitness & Recreation. These core areas are woven into programming that is fun, engaging and positive. Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls, shaping them into future leaders, employees and community members.

Per capita, there are more two-parent working families in South Dakota than anywhere else in the nation. Boys and girls are often left to find their own recreation and companionship. Many children in our community are at home with no adult care or supervision.

The impact on our youth…•MinnehahaCountyspent$2.9milliontohousejuveniledelinquentsin2009• Accordingtothe2007SDRiskBehaviorStudy,1in5respondentshadtheirfirst

drink of alcohol prior to age 13. Seventy-six percent had at least one drink of alcohol on one or more days during their life

• FortypercentofSiouxFallsSchoolDistrictelementarystudentsand35%ofmiddleschool students rely on free or reduced cost school meals

•Morethan30percentofpublichighschool students do not graduate on time

•52%ofteenshavegivenoutpersonalinformationonline

Club programs and services promote and enhance the development of boys and girls by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence, as well as providing youth a safe place where they can learn and grow-all while having fun! The Club also offers benefits such as ties to a nationally known program and the use of national resources. The Boys and Girls Clubs of America are about the youth! n

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Friday, April 1

6:00pm-10:00pm.............................................................................................Art Scavenger Hunt, Rehfeld’s Art and Framing, Downtown SIoux Falls

7:00pm-8:00pm.......................................................................................................................................Silly Stories Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, April 2

7:30am-1:00pm..............................................................................................................................Fight For Air Walk, Empire Mall North Entrance

10:00am-11:00am........................................................................Paint Me A Story-Let’s Get Hoppin’, $20, Color Me Mine (preregistration required)

10:00am-11:00am........................................................................................Fiber Arts-Day 1, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

10:00am-11:00am...............................................................................Invention Convention-Day 1, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

10:00am-11:00am...............................................................................Science in Espanol!-Day 1 $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

10:30am-11:30am.......................................….........................................Wind-up Workship Animals, $10. Childs Play Toys (preregistration required)

11:15am-12:15pm....................................................................................................Zoocubs-Above and Below (ages 3-4) $10, Great Plains Zoo

12:30pm-1:30pm..................................................................................Wearable Art, $15 per person, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

1:00pm-3:00pm.................................................................................Faithgirlz Beauty of Believing Tour (2nd-8th grade), $12, Central Baptist Church

Sunday April 3

7:30am-2:00pm.........................................................................................19th Anuual South Dakota Achieve Pancake Benefit, $5 Historic Coliseum

Monday, April 4

10:00am-8:00pm.....................................................................................................................Multiples Mondays, $8/$4, Xcited Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20pm............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

6:30pm-7:30pm...........................................Elementary Engineers (ages 7-8) South Dakota Robotics Association, $15, Augustana College in the GSC

Tuesday, April 5

10:00am-11:00am..........................................................................................................................Ducks and Chicks Storytime, Barnes and Noble

10:00am-10:50am.......................................................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys

Wednesday, April 6

10:30am-11:30pm.............................................................MariCar Playgroup Playtime Club, $3, MariCar Community Center (preregistration required)

12:30pm-1:30pm..............................................Art in 3-D: Sculpture Homeschool Art Course-Day 1, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

12:30am-1:30pm..............................Countertop Chemistry: Homeschool Science Course-Day 1, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

1:30pm-2:45pm.......................................................................................Fun and Fitness Friday, (ages 6 and under) Morningside Community Center

3:00pm-5:00pm..............................................................................................................................................................Tangled, Oak View Library

Thursday, April 7

10:00am-8:00pm........................................................................................................................Token Thrusday, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20am..................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

3:00pm-4:00pm........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

6:00pm-7:00pm.........Generation Wii Bowling for Gradeschoolers and Tweens-Day 1 (Ages 10-13), MariCar Community Center (preregistration required)

Friday, April 8th

1:30pm-3:00pm...........Generation Wii Bowling for Gradeschoolers and Tweens-Day 2 (Ages 10-13), MariCar Community Center (preregistration required)

6:30pm-8:30pm ..............................................................................................................................Family Nite Out, Morningside Community Center

7:00pm-8:00pm ....................................................................................................................................Superheroes Storytime, Barnes and Noble

7:00pm-10:0pm .......Kids’ Night Out, (Ages 3 and up) $25 first child, $15 second child, $5 third child, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required)





Saturday, April 9th

10:00am-8:00pm........................................................Celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with the Sioux Falls Jazz and Blues Society, Barnes and Noble

10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................Fiber Arts-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................Invention Convention-Day 2, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)


10:00am-3:00pm....................................................................................................Children’s Miracle Network Cake Decorating Event, Empire Mall

10:00am-11:00am..........................................................NXT Robotics Class, $15, South Dakota Robotics Association, Augustana College in the GSC

10:15am-11:15am...........................................................................................ZooCubs-Rhinos and Elephants (ages 5-6), $12, Great Plains Zoo

11:00am-12:00pm............................................................The Selfish Giant: Storytime and Music Event with Dan Goeller, Composer, Barns and Noble

1:00pm-2:00pm................................................Duplo Dynamo Class (ages 5-6), $15 South Dakota Robotics Association, Augustana College in the GSC

3:00pm-4:00pm...............................................................NXT Robotics Class, $15, South Dakota Robotics Association, Augustana College in the GSC

Monday, April 11

10:00am-8:00pm.......................................................................................................................Multiples Mondays, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20pm..............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

Tuesday, April 12

10:00am-11:00am...............................................................................................................Clifford the Big Red Dog Storytime, Barnes and Noble

10:00am-11:00am........................................................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys

12:30pm-1:30pm..................................Countertop Chemisty: Homeschool Science Course-Day 2, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

5:00pm-6:00pm.............................................................................................................................................Southern Hills Preschool Open House

6:30pm-7:30pm..............................................................................................”A Chiropractic Approach to Colic” Dr. Rick Odland, Elegant Mommy

Wednesday, April 13

10:00am-1:00pm..............................Home School Moves, $15 1st child, $10 for 3rd, $5 for third, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required)

10:40am-11:15pm...............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library

12:30pm-1:30pm........................................Art in 3-D: Sculpture Homeschool Art Course-Day 2, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

Thursday, April 14

8:00am-5:00pm................................................................................Play Day Camp, $25/$30, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required)

10:00am-8:00pm............................................................................................................................Token Thursday, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20am...................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

3:00pm-4:00pm...........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

5:30pm-8:30pm.......................................................Money & Faith in Motion Part 1, $25 (attend part 2 for reimbursement), Lutheran Social Services

Friday, April 15

4:00pm-5:00pm............................................................................................................................Mysterious Mona (for grades 6-12), Main Library

7:00pm-8:00pm...............................................................................................................................Rainy Day Delights Storytime, Barnes and Noble

7:05pm-10:00pm............................................................................................Sioux Falls Storm VS LaCrosse Spartans, $10-$18, Sioux Falls Arena

Saturday, April 16

8:30am-9:30am.....................................................................................Happiest Baby on the Block Class Presented by SD Babies, Elegant Mommy

9:00am-10:30am...................................................................................................................Make the Most of Dollars, $10, Lutheran Social Services

10:00am-11:00am............................................................................................Fiber Arts-Day 3, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

10:00am-11:00am...........................................................................Invention Convention-Day 3, $50, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)


11:00am-12:00pm.............................................................................................................................................Easter Egg Hunt, Calvary Cathedral

1:00pm-4:00pm.................................................................................................................................Earth Day Party for the Planet, Great Plains Zoo





Saturday, April 16

1:00pm-3:00pm........................................................................................................................... Recycled Nature Craft Day, The Outdoor Campus

5:00pm-9:00pm..................................................................................................................................Downtown Lights Out, Downtown Sioux Falls

Monday, April 18

10:45am-11:20am...............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

11:00am-12:00pm...........................................................................Intro to T-Ball for Preschoolers, Kuehn Park Ball Fields (preregistration required)

6:30pm-7:30pm............................................Elementary Engineers (ages 7-8) South Dakota Robotics Association, $15, Augustana College in the GSC

Tuesday, April 19

10:00am-11:00am......................................................................................................................................Bunny Time Storytime, Barnes and Noble

10:00am-11:00am.........................................................................................................................................................Storytime, Child’s Play Toys

11:15am-12:15pm...................................................................................................................ZooCubs-Egg Hunt (ages 3-4) $10, Great Plains Zoo

12:30pm-1:30pm...................................Countertop Chemisty: Homeschool Science Course-Day 3, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

Wednesday, April 20

10:40am-11:15am..............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library

12:30pm-1:30pm................................................Art in 3-D: Sculpture Homeschool Art Course-Day 3, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

5:30pm-8:30pm.........................................................Money & Faith in Motion Part 2, $25 (attend part 2 for reimbursement), Lutheran Social Services

Thursday, April 21

9:00am-11:30am.......................................................................................................Kids’ Activity Day-Spring Has Sprung, Old Courthouse Museum

10:00am-8:00pm...........................................................................................................................Token Thursday, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20am..................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

11:15am-1:15pm............................................Lunch Bunch, $10 members, $15 nonmembers, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required)

1:00pm-2:30pm.........................................................................................................Kids’ Activity Day-Spring Has Sprung, Old Courthouse Museum

3:00pm-4:00pm.........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

Friday April 22

1:30pm-3:30 pm..................................Open Studio”-Make anything you choose (5th grade and up), $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required)

7:00pm-8:00pm.........................................................................................................................Celebrate Planet Earth Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, April 23

9:00am-11:00am............................................................................................................Pancake Feed and Easter Egg Hunt, J&L Harley Davidson

9:30pm-12:00pm..........................................................................................................Making a Fused Glass Nightlight, $15, Dakota Stained Glass

10:00am-2:00pm.......................................................................................................................................Hood Easter Egg Hunt, Star Performance

1:00pm-2:00pm..............................................Duplo Dynamo Class (ages 5-6), $15, South Dakota Robotics Association, Augustana College in the GSC

3:00pm-4:00pm...............................................................NXT Robotics Class, $15, South Dakota Robotics Association, Augustana College in the GSC

Monday, April 25

8:00am-5:00pm...............................................................................Play Day Camp, $25/$30, Star Performance Complex (preregistration required)

9:00am-1:00pm........................................................................................................................Multiples Mondays, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20am..............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Oak View Library

1:30pm-3:30pm..............................”Open Studio”-Make anything you choose (5th grade and up), $15, Dakota Stained Glass (preregistration required)

6:00pm-7:30pm...................................................................................................................Make the Most of Dollars, $10, Lutheran Social Services

Tuesday, April 26

10:00am-11:00am.....................................................................................................................Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Storytime, Barnes and Noble

12:30pm-1:30pm....................................Countertop Chemisty: Homeschool Science Course-Day 4, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

6:30pm-7:30pm.....................”Children’s Teeth 101 : How to keep your child’s teeth healthy and their smile happy”. Jaclyn Schuler, DDS, Elegant Mommy





Wednesday, April 27

10:40am-11:15am...............................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Ronning Library

12:30pm-1:30pm...........................................Art in 3-D: Sculpture Homeschool Art Course-Day 4, $35, Washington Pavilion (preregistration required)

3:00pm-4:30pm.....................................................................................................................................................................Wii, Oak View Library

Thursday, April 28

8:00am-10:00am..............................................................Free Speech and Language Screenings, Midwest Ear Nose and Throat (call for appointment)

10:00am-8:00pm............................................................................................................................Token Thursday, $8/$4, Xcite Family Fun Center

10:45am-11:20am...................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Caille Library

3:00pm-4:00pm.........................................................................................................................................................Crafty Kids, Oak View Library

Friday, April 29

9:00am-2:00pm (hourly)......................................................................Almost Forgotten Crafts of Early Dakota School Day, Old Courthouse Museum

7:00pm-8:00pm............................................................................................................................................Arbor Day Storytime, Barnes and Noble

Saturday, April 30

9:30am-12:00pm......................................................................................................Making a Fused Glass Nightlight, $15, Dakota Stained Glass

10:00am-11:00am.......................................................................Paint Me A Story-Mother’s Day Gift, $20, Color Me Mine (preregistration required)

10:30am-11:30am...................................................................................................My Handprint, $10, Child’s Play Toys (preregistration required)

11:00am-11:35am.....................................................................................................................................................Family Storytime, Main Library

1:30pm-3:30pm..............................................................Make your Mother a fused glass “Pocket of Love” (Ages 12-18), $15, Dakota Stained Glass

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Carrot Chips4 carrots

Pistachio Pesto with Pasta1 cup spinach1/4 cup parmesan1 garlic clove1/3 cup olive oil1 lb pastapistachio nuts

Celery Logs4 celery stalkstoppings: raisins, craisins, walnuts, sunflower seedsalmond or peanut butter

Banana Dog Bites2 bananas1/4 cup nut butter2 tortillas

Fruit on the Bottom Yogurt2 apples 2 tbsp maple syrup1 tsp lemon juice1 cup greek yogurt

Salmon Salad1 6 oz can salmon1 tsp dijon mustard1 tsp lemon juice1 tbsp pickle1 tbsp chives

Baked Mozzarella Sticks 1 lb mozzarella cheese1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs3/4 cup whole wheat flour

Sesame Chicken Nuggets1 whole chicken breast2 tsp paprika1/4 cup sesame seeds

School of Fishdried apricotsmini pretzelscream cheesemini chocolate chips

Fluffy Roll Upsmarshmallow fluffwhole wheat tortillasnut butter

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After School Snackseggs, milk, salt, pepper, bread, sugar, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon

Luncheggs, milk, bread, ketchup, flour, mayonnaise, vegetable oil

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Crock Pot Chicken Parmesan4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 1/4 cups crushed tomatoes2 cloves garlic2 tbsp dry red wine1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Crock Pot Ravioli with Smoked Sausage and Peppers1/2 (25 oz) pkg frozen cheese-filled ravioli 2 cups frozen bell pepper and onion stir fry1 (26 oz) jar chunky tomato pasta sauce1/2 lb smoked sausage links1 oz (1/4 cup) shredded fresh parmesan cheese

Crock Pot Walnut Raisin Apple Bake Dessert1/2 cup apple ciderjuice of 1 lemon2 tsp maple syrup2 tbsp raisins1 tsp ground walnuts4 large Macintosh apples

Crock Pot Thai Peanut Chicken8 bone in chicken thighs3/4 cup chunky style salsa2 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp soy sauce1 tsp grated gingerroot1/4 cup chopped peanuts2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Crock Pot Pulled BBQ Pork2 pork loin logs1 liter of A & W Rootbeer2 bottles of Sweet Baby Ray BBQ Sauce

Crock Pot Barbecued Turkey and Vegetables1 cup barbecue sauce2 bone in turkey thighs3 medium potatoes6 medium carrots

Crock Pot Cranberry Orange Pork Roast1 (2.5 lb) pork roast1 cup sweetened dried cranberries1/2 cup chicken broth1 tsp shredded orange peel1/2 cup cranberry juice cocktail

Crock Pot Tortilla Soup1 can fiesta nacho cheese soup1 can cream of chicken1 can Rotel tomatoes2 chicken breasts1 can tomato soup

Crock Pot Cheesy Italian Tortellini1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 bulk Italian pork sausage1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 (15 oz) container refrigerated marinara sauce1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with Italian seasonings1 (9 oz) pkg refrigereated cheese-filled tortellini1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Crock Pot Pizza Pork Chops6 (6 0z) pork chops1/2 cup chopped onion2 cups tomato pasta sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

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Check your cupboard for the above mentioned items before heading to the store. If you are running low, add the item to your personal list above.

Personal Shopping

Dinnersugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, salt, pepper, oil, peanut butter, milk, nut butter, eggs, oil, mayonnaise



After School SnacksCarrot ChipsIngredients4 carrots Salt to taste

Directions Preheat oven to 250*. Using a mandoline or a knife, thinly slice the carrots into rounds. Place the carrot chips on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Sprinkle lightly with salt and bake for 45 minutes.

Celery LogsIngredients1/4 cup peanut butter

(substitute almond butter or sunflower for nut free schools)4 celery stalkssuggested toppings: raisins, craisins, walnuts, sunflower seeds Directions Cut celery into 3 inch logs. Spread 1 teaspoon of almond butter into the logs until it is evenly distrib-uted. Top with desired toppings.

Fruit on the Bottom Yogurt Ingredients1 tsp butter2 apples, cored, peeled, and cut into chunks2 tbsp cinnamon1 tsp lemon juice1 cup greek yogurt2 tbsp maple syrup

Directions Heat butter in a medium saute pan over medium heat. Add the apples, cinnamon, 1 tablespoon maple syrup and lemon juice. Stir to combine. Cover and cook the apples for 8 minutes or until tender. Allow to cool. In a separate bowl, combine the greek yogurt and 1 tablespoon of maple syrup. Place 1 tablespoon of apple mix-ture in a glass, then 2 tablespoons of the yogurt and repeat.

Baked Mozzarella SticksIngredients1 lb mozzarella cheese (not the kind in water), cut into 16 sticks or individually wrapped string sticks2 eggs1 cup whole wheat bread crumbs3/4 cup whole wheat flour

Gluten-Free Variation: use GF bread crumbs,GF brown rice flour

Directions Place the cheese on a sheet tray and freeze for 1 hour. Preheat oven to 350*. Crack eggs into bowl and whisk. Place flour in a second bowl and bread cumbs into a third bowl. Roll the cheese sticks in the flour, then the egg followed by the bread crumbs. Place on a greased

sheet tray. Bake for 6-8 minutes. Serve with marinara sauce

Banana Dog BitesIngredients2 bananas, peeled1/4 cup peanut butter, divided (substitute almond butter or sunflower for nut free schools)2 tortillas

Directions Place tortilla on a flat surface and spread 2 tsp of peanut butter on the tortilla to evenly coat. Place one banana near the edge of the tortilla and roll it up. Slice into 1/2 inch rounds and serve.

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Directions For each fish, slit one end of a dried apricot and insert the bottom of a mini pretzel. Pinch the apricot around the pretzel to hold it in place. For a fish eye, pipe on a small dot of cream cheese and then press a mini chocolate chip, tip down, into the cream cheese.

Lunch Recipes

School ofFish

Ingredientsdried apricotsmini pretzelscream chesemini chocolate chips

Gluten-Free Variation: use GF pretzels



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Lunch Recipes, Cont.Salmon SaladIngredients1 6 oz salmon1 tsp dijon mustard1 tbsp mayonnaise (or 1 tbsp olive oil works too!)1 tsp lemon juice2 tbsp pickle, minced1 tbsp chives, minced

Directions Combine all the ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine. Spread on pita bread or rice cakes. Serve.

Sesame Chicken NuggetsIngredients1 whole chicken breast, skinned and cut into cubesbrown paper bag2 tsp paprika1 tsp salt1/2 cup all purpose flour 1/4 cup sesame seeds1 cup vegetable oil

Directions Shake the chicken cubes in the brown bag with the seasonings. Heat the oil in a pan and fry the nuggets until golden brown. Drain well on absorbant paper and store in the refrigerator. Wrap in foil and send in your childs lunch box! Don’t forget a bit of honey for dipping!

Fluffy Roll UpsIngredientsnut buttermarshmallow fluffwhole wheat tortillas

Directions Take one whole wheat tortilla, spread half of it with marshmallow fluff. Spread other half with nut butter. Roll up and cut in half.

*Recipe provided by H. Gillen

Crock Pot Chicken ParmesanIngredients4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts1 1/4 cups crushed tomatoes2 cloves garlic, crushed1 tsp sugar2 tbsp dry red wine1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese2 tbsp grated parmesan cheese

Directions Combine chicken, tomatoes, garlic, sugar, and wine in the crock pot. Cover and cook on low heat until the chicken is cooked through. Combine mozzarella cheese and parmesan cheese in a small bowl and sprinkle over the chicken. Don’t stir. Cook until the cheeses are melted, about 15 minutes.

Crock Pot Pulled BBQ PorkIngredients2 pork loin logs1 liter of A & W Rootbeer2 bottles of Sweet Baby Ray BBQ Sauce

Gluten-Free Variation: Use GF BBQ sauce

Directions Put pork loin in crock pot. Slowly pour root beer into crock pot. Cook for 10 hours on low. Pull meat apart and add both bottles of BBQ sauce. Cook 2 hours on low.

*Recipe provided by D. Hruby

Ingredients1 cup spinach, packed1/4 cup pistachio nuts, shelled1/4 cup parmesan, grated1/2 tsp salt

1 garlic clove1/3 cup olive oil1 lb pasta, cooked

Directions Place all the ingredients (except pasta) in a food processor and puree until smooth. Mix with pasta and serve. *Pesto can be placed in containers (or even ice cube trays) and frozen for up to 3 months

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Crock Pot Cranberry Orange Pork RoastIngredients1 (2.5 lb) pork roast1 cup sweetened dried cranberries1/2 cup chicken broth1 tsp shredded orange peel1/2 cup cranberry juice cocktail2 tbsp cornstarch

Gluten-Free Variation: use GF Swanson’s chicken broth

Directions Place pork roast in a 3.5-4 quart slow cooker. In a small bowl, com-bine cranberries, broth, orange peel, and 1/4 cup of the cranberry juice cocktail; mix well. Pour over pork. Cover; cook on low setting for 7-9 hours. Remove pork from slow cooker; place on serving platter. Cover with foil. Pour juices from slow cooker into medium sa-cucepan; if necessary, skim off any fat. In a small bowl, blend remain-ing 1/4 cup cranberry juice cocktail and cornstarch until smooth. Stir into juices in saucepan. Cook over medium heat until bubbly and thickened, stirring constantly. Serve with pork sauce.

Crock Pot Cheesy Italian TortelliniIngredients1/2 lb lean ground beef1/2 lb bulk Italian pork sausage1 cup sliced fresh mushrooms1 (15 oz) container refrigerated marinara sauce1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with Italian seasonings, undrained1 (9 oz) pkg refrigerated cheese-filled tortellini1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Gluten-Free Variation: Check label on sausage

Directions In a large skillet, break ground beef and sausage into large pieces. Cook over medium heat about 10 minutes or until browned, stirring occasionally. Spray 4-5 quart slow cooker with nonstick cooking spray. Combine meat mixture, mushrooms, marinara sauce and tomatoes in slow cooker; mix well. Cover; cook on low setting for 7-8 hours. About 15 minutes before serving, add tortellini to slow cooker; stir gently to mix. Sprinkle with cheese. Cover and cook on low for an additional 15 minutes or until tortellini are tender.

Crock Pot Ravioli with Smoked Sausage and PeppersIngredients1/2 (25 oz) pkg frozen cheese-filled ravioli2 cups frozen bell pepper and onion stir fry1 (26 oz) jar chunky tomato pasta sauce1/2 lb smoked sausage links, sliced1 oz (1/4 cup) shredded fresh parmesan cheese

Gluten-Free Variation: use GF ravioli

Directions In a slow cooker, combine all ingredients except parmesan cheese; mix well. Cover; cook on low setting for 5-6 hours. Sprinkle individual servings with cheese.

Crock Pot Thai Peanut ChickenIngredients8 bone in chicken thighs, skin removed3/4 cup chunky style salsa1/4 cup peanut butter2 tbsp lime juice1 tbsp soy sauce

1 tsp grated gingerroot1/4 cup chopped peanuts2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro

Directions Place chicken thighs in slow cooker. In small bowl, combine all remaining ingredients except pea-nuts and cilantro; mix well. Pour over chicken. Cover; cook on low setting for 8-9 hours. With slotted spoon, remove chicken from slow cooker; place on serving platter. Skim fat from sauce. Spoon over chicken. Sprinkle with peanuts and cilantro.

Crock Pot Barbecued Turkey and VegetablesIngredients1 cup barbecue sauce1/2 cup hot water2 bone in turkey thighs, skin removed3 medium potatoes, unpeeled, each cut into 8 pieces6 medium carrots, cut into sticks

Gluten-Free Variation: Check label on Barbecue sauce

Directions In a medium bowl, combine barbecue sauce and water; mix well. In slow cooker, layer turkey, potatoes and carrots. Pour sauce mixture over top. Cover; cook on low setting for 8-10 hours. With slotted spoon, remove turkey and vegetables from slow cooker; place on serving platter. Remove turkey meat from bones and cut into pieces; discard bones. Spoon cooking juices from slow cooker over turkey and vegetables.

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Crock Pot ChickenTortilla SoupIngredients 1 can fiesta nacho cheese soup 1 can cream of chicken 1 can rotel tomatoes1 can milk2 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded1 can tomato soup

Gluten-Free Variation: Check labels on soups

Directions Heat all ingredients on low in crockpot until heated through. Serve with shredded cheese and tortilla chips on top.

*Recipe provided by A. Anawski

Crock Pot Pizza Pork ChopsIngredients 6 (6 oz) pork chops1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp pepper1 tbsp oil1/2 cup chopped onion2 cups tomato pasta sauce1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

Directions Sprinkle pork chops with salt and pepper. Heat oil in skillet until hot. Add pork; cook about 5 minutes or until browned, turning once. Place pork in slow cooker. Sprinkle onion over pork. Pour pasta sauce on top. Cover; cook on low setting for 4-6 hours. Remove pork from slow cooker; place on serving platter.

Top with sauce. Sprinkle with cheese.

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I’ve never been gung-ho for home schooling. I’ve met people who had horrible experiences with it, starting college unprepared or unsocialized. I saw very few people come out of home schooling unscathed and prepared for the world of higher education and life.

But, in 2009, the effects of the financial crisis on our family were obvious. My husband joined the ranks of unemployed, and we had to adjust our budget. As a result, we took Eva out of preschool and used what would have been one months tuition to buy home schooling supplies. We purchased workbooks on Pre-K activities and made our own learning activities. Based on a pre-arranged cur-riculum, my husband and I alternated days of teaching and kept a strict schedule that lasted 5 hours every day with a half hour for recess and snack and another half hour of creative play time.

We started learning alot about our daughter’s strengths and weaknesses, which is one of the serious pros of homeschooling. We made significant progress in subjects she was struggling with by trying new ways of teaching. As her teachers, we came to understand her learning style, which is beneficial because it will help us if she struggles with a subject later on in school.

Eva is now in Pre-K in the public school system. Due to her birthday she missed the cut-off for kindergarten. Luck-ily, she has a focused teacher who keeps her class very structured and really focuses on teaching each student at the level that they are. So Eva continues to make strides in her education.

I will mention that it is time consuming, and doesn’t leave a person with much time for themselves, but that comes with being a parent. Best of luck and remember, don’t doubt yourself! n

Local Home School Resources:

•SouthDakotaHomeSchoolAssociation:www.sdhsa.org•TeachersHelperat2115S.MinnesotaAve,605-338-1344•TeachingTreasuresat1113W.41stStreet,605-332-8755 •www.homeschool-life.com/sd/seche (SECHE--support,

plans activities, classes and field trips for members)•www.homeschool-life.com/sd/lla (Living Legacy Academy-

homeschool cooperative, classes and activities for members)•www.stmargaretsfellowship.org (Catholic HS group) •www.christianace.com (Classical Education HS group) •www.rainbowresource.com (a well-known website that

carries a large variety of homeschooling resources)

The Reluctant Home SchoolerBy Sara Rose Liebert


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