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For those of you who don’t read Spanish, but have an interest in what Conexiones Latinas is all about, we will be including a brief summary in English of the articles included in the newsletter. If your organization would like to submit an article or other information for publication in future editions of Conexiones Latinas feel free to do so. Information which is time specific should be submitted at the beginning of the quarter PRIOR to the quarter in which your event will take place. Publication dates for the year are January, April, July, and October. We want Conexiones Latinas to work for you, so let us hear about your organization, upcoming events and information of interest to our community. Information should be written and ready for publication when it is submitted. If possible, submit the information in Spanish. If this is not possible, you may send it in English and it will be translated by a Conexiones Latinas volunteer. Submit information to: Conexiones Latinas c/o Jodi Roberts Lista de Como Alistarse… List of How to Prepare for School Below you will see a list that is designed to help you have your children ready to learn more and more things. The best way to look at the list is as some goals that you can reach. All children grow and develop at different levels. - Eats a balanced diet. - Sleeps at least 8 – 10 hours each night (have a consistent bedtime) - Has all recommended vaccines completed - Plays outside and do other types of activities that help provide necessary daily exercise - Does activities that help develop manual dexterity - Is learning to explore and try new things - Is learning to work alone and do things for him/herself - Has opportunities to be with other children and is learning to cooperate with them - Is curious. Let them be curious. - Is learning self-control and understands limits that are taught by their parents - Can follow instructions - Helps with family activities - Has opportunities to speak and be heard - Reads as often as time permits (with a goal of at least once a day) - Has access to supplies for writing and is excited about using them - Is encouraged to ask questions - Has opportunities to draw, listen, make music and dance Remember, if you haven’t signed your child up for school, it is necessary to do it as soon as possible. In this country it is a crime to not send children between 6 and 18 years old to school. Go to the nearest school if you haven’t already done so. Estamos recibiendo solicitudes…Taking applications for 2010-2011 school year at Head Start We serve families with limited resources with children younger than 5 years old (and pregnant women) in all of Rock and Walworth counties. We have classrooms in Ley Estatal…New Smoke Free Wisconsin Law July 5, 2010 Work areas will be better for employees and clients beginning July 5, 2010. This is the day that work sites will be smoke free. This means that you will be free from second hand smoke, especially if you work in a bar, restaurant, bowling alley or sports arena. Work areas include any work area where employees enter to complete their responsibilities, such as offices, break rooms, restrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms, class rooms, elevators, escalators, lobbies central areas, vehicles, cafeterias and hallways. If you have a question concerning the Smoke Free Wisconsin law, you can call the following number. 414-389-6501 Ask for Tina. Nueva Ley…New Law Beginning June 1, 2010 the law in Uniendo a las Familias… Uniting Latino Families with their Communities Invites the community to join us, Saturday, July 24, 2010 from 11:00 am – 3:00 pm at Derechos y Responsabilidades…Tenant Rights and Responsitiblites This information, provided by the Bureau of Consumer Protection provides information for renters about their responsibilities and those of a landlord when there is a rental agreement. This information is available in English also from the Bureau of Consumer Protection by calling the number listed or checking the web-site listed at the end of the article. Maneras Fáciles de Mantener… Baby teeth are important in order to have adult teeth that are strong and healthy. Some problems with permanent teeth can be caused by problems with baby teeth. Some things that you can do to protect your baby’s teeth: - After feeding your baby, don’t put them in bed with a bottle. By doing this the child won’t get used to having a bottle in bed. - Don’t prop a bottle up with the baby laying down because this can cause choking, tooth decay, and ear infections. - Begin using a cup at 6 months of age, with a small amount (1 – 2 ounces) of breast milk or formula. - Don’t offer soda, sugared drinks, or juice in a bottle. - Change from a bottle to a cup completely at about 12 months of age. It is easier to do it at 12 months. If you wait until 18 months, it’s possible that the child will resist giving up the bottle. - Don’t let the baby walk around with a bottle or cup. Taking little sips all day long can cause tooth decay. If this happens, the teeth can break easily. Taking care of baby’s teeth - Clean the teeth and gums with a clean, wet washcloth after eating. - When the majority of teeth have come in, use a small, soft tooth brush after each meal. - Check if you water has fluoride. If not, ask your dentist or doctor how to get fluoride. Fluoride strengthens teeth. - Ask your dentist or doctor when you should make your child’s first dental appointment. - If you notice changes in the color of the teeth (ie, dark areas) take your child to the dentist as soon as possible. Tooth Decay caused by bottles - Tooth decay caused by bottles are decay in the upper front teeth and sometimes the lower front. - Tooth decay caused by bottles ruins the teeth of your baby, especially the front teeth. If stained areas appear on your baby’s teeth, take them to the dentist immediately. Estafas de Empleo…Staffing Agencies This article offers suggestions for not falling for employment scams from agencies that offer jobs that sound too good to be true. It recommends not paying any down payments ahead of time. Knowing exactly what the services that are being offered. Getting everything promised down in writing. Don’t trust promises of help getting government jobs. Money back guarantees don’t can be meaningless. For more information about this issue, call the numbers listed. Programa “CASA LIMPIA”… Clean Sweep Program in This article provides locations of Clean Sweep sites in Aproveche de los programas…Take advantage of summer reading programs offered by your local library. Call or visit your local library to find out more.
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