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Faces of Influenza
In partnership with:
American Lung Association’s Faces of Influenza Campaign
Former Heat Player, Jamal Mashburn
Walgreens
To benefit migrant children, children of human trafficking victims and children of domestic abuse.
DID YOU KNOW: According to the Center for Disease Control “On average, 1 out of 5 Americans suffer from influenza every year.In addition, influenza and its related complications result in an estimated 226,000 hospitalizations and 36,000 deaths in the US each year.
We all are at risk for contracting influenza. The results for some will be lost work or school days. But for those at highest risk, the results can be more serious – leading to hospitalization and even death. The best way to prevent influenza is with an annual flu shot.”
Influenza shots will be given to 200 children that cannot… Read the rest
CHILD CARE PROVIDERS: BLEACH IN YOUR SCHOOL
Last week The Early Development of Global Education (EDGE) announced its newest development with The Department of Children and Families and their recognition of our report on the harmful affects of BLEACH and the use of harmful disinfectants in schools.
What Administrative Code did this have to do with?
The use of sanitizers and disinfectants in schools is associated with Florida Administrative Code 65C22-002.
Can I discontinue the use of bleach in my school?
Yes, you can. The Administrative Code does not mandate the use of bleach. This is a misconception that bleach is mandatory. It only suggests the solution ratio of bleach and water. Inspectors are misinformed and are requiring the use of bleach because they are not clear about the code or about the dangerous affects of bleach.
When will
Stress In Our Children
According to a 2004 Psychiatric Services case study preschoolers are the fastest-growing market for antidepressants. At least four percent of preschoolers, over a million, are clinically depressed. What does this mean? It means that children are stressed out and off balance emotionally. According to this study children absorb the stress of the adults and parents in the household. So if mommy is angry at everyone because she had a bad day at work and takes the anger out on her child by screaming or looking unhappy little Timmy will take in that stress and exhibit it in other ways.
Children deal with stress much differently than adults do. Their reactions are much more concrete than adults. Stress is exhibited by little Timmy saying ” my tummy hurts” or “I have a headache.” Whereas an adults symptoms are much more subjective, “I feel stressed out!” So what are good ways to… Read the rest
BE GREEN, SAVE GREEN OCTOBER 1st!
BE GREEN, SAVE GREEN With The EDGE!
When: Friday, October 1st, 2010
Time: 9:30 am
Where: THE UNITED WAY CENTER FOR EXCELLENCE
The Main Stage, Second Floor
3250 SW 3rd Avenue
Miami, Florida 33129
This event is for Directors, Principals, School Administrators, EDGE Members, interested Schools, and
EDGE Members Currently Going Through Accreditation.
Our friends in the community are also welcome to join us!
*Meet our team and learn what The EDGE Accreditation process is all about!
* Our speakers include:
- The EDGE Founders
- Jose Cortes, LEED AP, Skanska
- Teresa Muerrens, Home Depot
- Ray Price, Allied Paper Company
*Topics our speakers will discuss:
- Simple Steps to GREEN Accreditation
- Energy and Water Conservation
- Outdoor Classrooms
- Gardening
- Indoor and Outdoor Air Quality
- Health and Well-being
…and much more!
Previously broken down into TWO sessions this event will now be ONE session with… Read the rest
