2016-17 Administrative Bulletin VIII-30 3-24-17

Note: The next Administrative Bulletin will be released on April 14. Have a safe and relaxing Spring Break – March 31- April 7!

1. RETIREMENT MEETING

Planning to Retire? Want more information? Plan to join us on Thursday, April 27, 4:30 p.m. at the Administration Building. Please R.S.V. P. to Jennifer Rose 260-446-0100 ext. 1025 or jrose@eacs.k12.in.us. Tina Grady, ext. 1009 2. HUMAN RELATIONS SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY

The Indiana Consortium of State and Local Human Relations Agencies is offering a $1,000 scholarship for a graduating senior of any Indiana high school. The students are asked to submit an essay discussing ways their generation can address the ongoing challenge for civil rights throughout America. See Enclosure #1 for application and guidelines for submission. Tamyra Kelly, ext. 1050

3. ELEMENTARY CURRICULUM CONNECTION

The Curriculum Connection contains upcoming information regarding assessments, curriculum updates, video clips, instructional websites, and more. Please see Enclosure #2 for specific elementary school information.

Marilyn Hissong, ext. 3124

4. SECONDARY CURRICULUM CONNECTION

The Curriculum Connection contains upcoming information regarding assessments, curriculum updates, video clips, instructional websites, and more. Please see Enclosure #3 for specific middle and high school information.

Deborah Watson, ext. 3151

5. 2017 EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION DINNER/AUCTION

The EACS Educational Foundation cordially invites you to attend the 2017 EACS Educational Foundation Dinner / Auction fundraiser. We are pleased to announce that Rebecca Lobo (1995

Women's UCONN National Champions, 1996 USA Gold Medalist, WNBA (retired) and ESPN Analyst) will be our featured speaker.

Our 2017 EACS Educational Foundation Dinner / Auction event will be held as follows:

Date: Friday, May 5, 2017 Time: 6:00 p.m. Cost: $30/person; $50/2 people; and $200/table of 8 people (RSVPs are required). Location: IPFW's International Ballroom (Walb Student Union). Auction item list - including several Buy-It-Now items will be available soon!

See Enclosure #4 to learn more about the dinner / auction event to benefit our EACS students and staff.

Rose Fritzinger, ext. 3161 6. 2017 WELLNESS REWARDS PROGRAM

See Enclosure #5 for participant eligibility, required action and resources for the program.

Eric Manor, ext. 1003 7. PARKVIEW WORKPLACE WELLNESS AND PPG

See Enclosure #6 details regarding an in-depth information on high blood pressure and glucose. Eric Manor, ext. 1003

8. REMINDER: DISNEY MONANA LECTURE & FILM SCREENING

University of Saint Francis School of Creative Arts will host a lecture and film screening with Adam Green on Monday, March 27 and MOANA film screening Tuesday, March 28. Both events are FREE and open to the public. See Enclosure #7 for more details. Tamyra Kelly, ext. 1050

9. FRIENDS OF THE RIVER CANAL BOAT COMPETITION

Friends of the Rivers is asking Allen County teachers and their students to help in selecting three final name options for the new canal boat. Here’s how you can participate:

• Share the canal boat ballot of suggested names See Enclosure #8 with students/grade levels you choose to participate in the naming activity.

• Students should vote on their favorite name from the list offered, or write in an option, if your school thinks of a name that would be suitable, or fun. The challenge: Each school/building may only offer one name option to Friends of the Rivers, so you’ll have to narrow your recommendation to only one favorite.

• Send your final recommendation no later than Wednesday, April 12, 2017, to FOR Board Member, Nancy Stewart at: npstew@aol.com. (Please be sure to indicate the name of your school, the grade levels that participated, and approximately how many students voted.)

• Friends of the Rivers will feature the top three names offered by students on their website: forfw.com beginning Earth Day, April 22. The Fort Wayne community will then be asked to vote on the three options to determine a finalist. You, your students, and their families are invited to vote, as well.

• On May 10, web voting will end and the name of Friends of the Rivers canal boat will be announced. Please visit the website to see if the name your students offered was chosen for Fort Wayne’s first canal boat since 1874!

Direct questions to: Nancy Stewart, FOR Board Member at npstew@aol.com or 260-432-9818. Tamyra Kelly, ext. 1050

10. REMINDER: REDIMED ELEMENTARY ½ MILE & MILE RUN FOR WELLNESS

The RediMed Elementary 1/2 Mile & 1 Mile Run 4 Wellness is May 11th, 2017. Please mark your calendars and plan to have your school participate.

Top three schools with highest percentage of participants win $300, $200, and $100, respectively.

$3 of each registration coming from your schools registrations goes right back to your school.

Schools can also use this fundraiser event to collect pledges on behalf of their school.

See Enclosure #9 for more information. For event related questions, please contact Mike Clendenen at 260-749-2212 or email him at mclendenen@newhavenin.org. To schedule the on-site Move 4 Wellness virtual action based presentation with a trained fitness coach or fundraising questions please call Kerri Zurbuch at 260.433.0024 or email her at kerri@wellstrategiesinc.org.

Marilyn Hissong, ext. 3124

11. REMINDER: LATE NIGHT BASKETBALL LEAGUE

Fort Wayne United in partnership with the YMCA presents late night basketball for teens and young adults between the ages of 16-25! Employers are also in attendance hiring for temporary and permanent positions. Please share with any high school-aged young men. See Enclosure #10 for details. Tamyra Kelly, ext. 1050

12. REMINDER: AUTISM RESOURCE AND INFORMATION FAIR

East Allen County School's Autism Team is hosting an Autism Resource and Information Fair at Park Hill on April 22, 2017 ~ so SAVE THE DATE! See Enclosure #11 for more details.

"The Autism Event Team is selling t-shirts again for this year's event. See Enclosure #12 to view the order form if you are interested in placing an order. Please feel free to

share with students, parents and community members! The more people we have wearing our shirts, the more we are going to raise awareness!

The team also has tumblers left over from last year's event that they are selling for 1/2 price. See Enclosure #13 for the order form.

Are you looking for ways you could become more involved in EACS's Autism Resource Fair? Check out Enclosure #14 for the Art for Autism details indicating unique and creative ways staff and students can assist in expanding Autism Awareness. Additional information will be coming soon about volunteering on the day of the event!"

Connie Brown, ext. 3109

13. REMINDER: PARKVIEW FOUNDATION’S 14TH ANNUAL COOKIN MEN

LOOK WHO’S COOKIN…

Parkview Foundation’s 14th annual Cookin’ Men event presented by Fifth Third Bank will take place on April 22, 2017 @ 7:00 pm at the Grand Wayne Center. It will feature 100 local men, including our superintendent Dr. Ken Folks with the goal of another sold out crowd and record-breaking outcome. Sponsors and attendees of last year's event raised over $190,000 to directly fund life-saving research for men and women through Parkview's new Breast Cancer Registry. The crowd of more than 1,500 attendees were treated to delicious dishes and

drinks prepared and served by our amateur chefs from the community's various business sectors — from small business owners to physicians, and banking and finance to construction to educators!

This year’s beneficiary will continue to support women's health, and specifically breast health, initiatives for the patients of Northeast Indiana. For more information or to get tickets call (260) 266-7800 or jenifer.veatch@parkview.com

Tamyra Kelly, ext. 1050 14. REMINDER: CPR/AED TRAINING

Classes are offered free of charge twice a month through the end of the school year. Classes are held at PAUL HARDING Jr in the Staff Development Room starting at 4:15 PM. Class size is limited and requires pre-registration. If you need this certification for your license renewal, email or call (ext. 7309) Wendy Walker, Health Services Coordinator.

March – April - May, 2017 Class Schedule

March 28 (Tuesday) April 20 (Thursday) April 25 (Tuesday) May 4 (Thursday) May 9 (Tuesday)

Certification is through the American Heart Association and lasts for two years. Any employee interested in, or needing certification renewal may also participate in this training.

Wendy Walker, ext. 7309

15. REMINDER: FRANCINE’S FRIEND MAMMOGRAPHY

See Enclosure #15 to view the Francine’s Friend schedule at EACS! Wendy Walker, ext. 7309

If “Plan A” didn’t work, the alphabet has 25 more letters –204 if your in Japan. – Claire Cook

ElementaryMarch23,2017

ELCORNER

Strategy:KeySentenceFrames(FORALLSUBJECTSANDGRADELEVELS!)Purpose:TosupporttheuseofacademiclanguagestructuresGroupingFormat:Wholeclassinstruction,smallgroups,thenstudentpairsTeacherwritesanacademicsentenceframeontheSmartBoardorwhiteboard(seelinksbelow)TeacherprovideswordbanksforLevel2learners,wordandpicturebanksforLevel1learnersTeachermodelsuseofthesentenceframeandprovidesopportunitiesforstudentstousethesentenceframeingroupsandpairsinbothoralandwrittenlanguage

Resources:TheGOTOstrategies:ScaffoldingoptionsforteachersofEnglishlanguagelearners,K‐12. Math:http://pcsmsla.pbworks.com/w/page/53117689/Math%20Sentence%20FramesScience:http://sciencegal‐sciencegal.blogspot.com/2011/09/sentence‐frames‐make‐for‐richer.htmlDOK(AllSubjects):http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/Hultenius/files/2012%20all%20strategies%20%20%2035%20pages%20sentence%20frames.doc

DistrictSharesFolderEL(EnglishLearner)SentenceFrames

ImportantDatesDibelsandTRC(EoY)DistrictWritingPrompt

April11‐May3April/May

Looking for some fun, new games to reinforce math concepts. Read below for several engaging strategies.

o Trashketball- This game can be played with a team or individually shooting paper wads into a trashcan for points after solving math problems.

o Grudgeball - Grudgeball is a twist on Jeopardy. Basically, students can steal points from other teams in order to win. The nice twist on this game is that the team with the “smart” kids isn’t always going to win!

o Kahoot! - Kahoot! is a review game where kids race against each other to answer multiple choice questions. It’s super fun, but I wouldn’t recommend it for classes with a wide variety of ability levels.

o Hot Seat - In this game, students sit in rows and the first person in each row is in the "hot seat". The person in the hot seat has the opportunity to earn the most points for their te

o Beach Ball Toss- Draw lines on a beach ball to divide it into many different segments. Write a number in each segment. Have students toss the ball to each other. When a student catches the ball, she should look at the numbers that are under each of her thumbs. Those are the two numbers that she needs to add together (or multiply together, or find the common denominator for) in order to toss the ball to the next student.

Ellevation is a web-based program that gives teachers

access to all of our EL students’ data in one place! If you

have EL students, you already use Ellevation to

complete monitoring forms. Ellevation gives teachers

access to:

EL students’ data (current, former, and exited

students)

Enables teachers to communicate about a

student through “notes”

Can Dos specific to each student

Modifications and Accommodations

Goals

Group students by proficiency level based on

English Language Proficiency assessments

Attach documents demonstrating student work

See Instructional Coach for assistance with Ellevation!

Important Dates ISTEP Multiple Choice

Bundle 7 Test

Writing Prompt

NWEA Round 3

April 17-May 5

April 19-May 3

April-May

March 20-May 18

EL CORNER

Strategy: Key Sentence Frames (FOR ALL SUBJECTS AND GRADE LEVELS!)

Purpose: To support the use of academic language structures

Grouping Format: Whole class instruction, small groups, then student pairs

Teacher writes an academic sentence frame on the SmartBoard or whiteboard (see links below)

Teacher provides word banks for Level 2 learners, word and picture banks for Level 1 learners

Teacher models use of the sentence frame and provides opportunities for students to use the sentence frame in

groups and pairs in both oral and written language

Resources: The GO TO strategies: Scaffolding options for teachers of English language learners, K-12.

Math: http://pcsmsla.pbworks.com/w/page/53117689/Math%20Sentence%20Frames

Science: http://sciencegal-sciencegal.blogspot.com/2011/09/sentence-frames-make-for-richer.html

DOK (All Subjects): http://teachersites.schoolworld.com/webpages/Hultenius/files/2012%20all%20 strategies

%20%20%2035%20pages%20sentence%20frames.doc

District Shares Folder EL (English Learner) Sentence Frames

March 22, 2017

2016

Secondary: Middle School & High School

Questions or Concerns about the Bundles?

Please make sure you fill out a bundle feedback form located on the

district shared drive.

Reading Strategy #15: Alternative Perspective Writing

1. Prepare the lesson: pair students, have students

bring a sheet of paper

2. Introduce text and explain annotation: read text

and underline important facts and details

3. Give coding instructions: Identify different

parts/roles within the text

4. Define the genre and start kids writing: Tell

students which perspective you would like them to

write from and what their writing task is. Allow 5-7

minutes

5. Monitor: Help students who need assistance

6. Pairs trade and write back in new role: Give

students a new role and have them read their

partner’s writing from that perspective. Still in their

new role, they should respond to their partner.

Allow 5-7 minutes

7. Read responses and share with the class: Partners

trade papers again, read the responses, and decide

which of the two letters they like better

Gifts to our Foundation may be deductible. Tax ID: 37-1487238

Consult your financial planner / tax preparer for details.

2017 EACS Educational Foundation Fundraiser!

You are cordially invited to attend our

EACS Educational Foundation Dinner/Auction:

Date: Friday, May 5, 2017

Time: 6:00p: Doors open/gather/silent auction bids

6:30p: Welcome/Program begins - dinner served

7:10p: Recognition of SY16/17 Teachers of the Year

7:15p: Keynote: Rebecca Lobo, ESPN Analyst

& UCONN/WNBA Women’s Basketball

7:45p: Q&A with Rebecca Lobo

8:00p: Wrap-up of Silent Charity Auction

Location: IPFW’s International Ballroom: Walb Student Union

2101 E Coliseum Blvd., Fort Wayne, Indiana

Purpose: To raise funds for our East Allen County

Schools Educational Foundation, Inc.

Event Cost: $30/person, includes dinner; $50/couple, includes

dinner; $200/table of 8, includes dinner

RSVP: RSVPs are required with payment by 04/21/17.

Seating is limited and RSVPs are required.

Donations: Contact the Foundation by 04/21/17 with items

you will donate for our charity auction

Our Foundation thanks our lead event sponsors:

Dress is business casual attire.

Payment for auction items and/or donations at event: Cash, check or credit.

Please make checks payable to EACS Educational Foundation, Inc.

Our Mission:

The mission of

East Allen County

Schools

Educational

Foundation, Inc.

is to engage the

community in

support of public

education,

provide ancillary

funding for

programs and

activities that

elevate the

quality of

education and

extend learning

opportunities for

EACS students.

Board of

Directors:

Christopher Baker

Andrea Ehresman

Glenda Ervins

Kenneth Folks

Kim Linker

Jennifer Runestad

Chad Salzbrenner

Kirby Stahly

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East Allen County Schools Educational Foundation, Inc.

Rose Fritzinger, M.A., CFRM, CFRE, Director

1240 SR 930 E, New Haven, Indiana 46774

Telephone: 260/446-0135 Fax: 260/446-0126 Email: rfritzinger@eacs.k12.in.us

Gifts to our Foundation may be deductible. Tax ID: 37-1487238

Consult your financial planner / tax preparer for details.

RSVP: Please complete this form and return it with payment on

or before 2p on 04/21/2017. Thank YOU for your support!

Your Printed Name: ___________________________________________________________________________

Address (please print): __________________________________________________________________________

Telephone: ______________________________________ Email: ____________________________________

Costs [includes dinner(s)]: $30/person or $50/two people or $200/table of 8

Circle

Y/N Number of attendees: Total

Y/N 1 person: includes dinner, keynote and auction ($30) $_____

Y/N 2 people: includes dinners, keynote and auction ($50) $_____

Y/N 8 people: includes dinners, keynote and auction ($200) $_____

Guest Name: ________________________ Guest Name: ________________________

Guest Name: ________________________ Guest Name: ________________________

Guest Name: ________________________ Guest Name: ________________________

Guest Name: ________________________ Guest Name: ________________________

(please use additional sheet(s), as needed)

_______ I cannot attend but want to make a donation to the EACS Educational Foundation: $_____

Return this RSVP to: East Allen County Schools (EACS) Educational Foundation, Inc.

ATTN: Rose Fritzinger, 1240 State Road 930 East, New Haven, IN 46774

Method of Payment (select one):

____ Cash

____ Check: made payable to EACS Educational Foundation, Inc.

Cash, checks or credit cards will be accepted at event for auction purchases and/or for

additional donations. Contact Rose Fritzinger with questions.

Thank YOU for your generous support of our EACS Educational Foundation’s efforts!

East Allen County Schools Educational Foundation, Inc.

Rose Fritzinger, M.A., CFRM, CFRE, Director

1240 SR 930 E, New Haven, Indiana 46774

Telephone: 260/446-0135 Fax: 260/446-0126 Email: rfritzinger@eacs.k12.in.us

EACS 2017 Wellness Rewards Program Frequently Asked Questions

EACS Employee Wellness EAST ALLEN COUNTY SCHOOLS

EACS Employee Wellness

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Table of Contents

General Questions……………………………………………………………………………… Page 2

Eligibility Questions……………………………………………………………………………. Page 3

Wellness Screening Questions…………………………………………………………… Page 4

Online Health Assessment Questions………………………………………………… Page 5

Tobacco Affidavit & Tobacco Cessation Course Questions…………………. Page 5

You Choose Activity Point Questions…………………………………………………. Page 7

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Q: Who do I contact if I have questions regarding the iChoose Wellness Rewards Program? A: Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or (260) 446-0100 ext. 1003 Q: Will any of my results be shared with EACS? A: Your personal information will remain confidential. We understand the importance of protecting your privacy and Federal law under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability ACT (HIPAA) protects your privacy. EACS will only receive aggregate results and a list of participants to verify who completed the requirements. Q: What is the iChoose Wellness Rewards Program? A: iChoose Wellness Rewards Program allows any EACS employee currently enrolled in an EACS medical plan to earn a $200 Premium Incentive on their future medical premium if they fulfill the 2017 requirements by the deadline of December 1st, 2017. To fulfill the requirements, eligible employees must complete a biometric screening, complete an online Health Assessment, submit a Non-Tobacco user Affidavit or complete an approved smoking cessation course and earn a minimum of 10 You Choose Activity Points. Q: How does the program work? A: Fulfill each requirement by December 1st, 2017 and you will earn a premium incentive – it’s that simple! Q: What are the requirements of iChoose Wellness Rewards Program? A: The activities listed below are required to earn the incentive. Employees must complete each activity to receive the incentive. Activity #1 - Wellness Screening

EACS Onsite Wellness Screening (May 2017)

OR

Healthcare Provider Verification Form for use at a Physician’s office

Activity #2 - Online Health Assessment Activity #3 - Submit a Non-Tobacco user Affidavit Form OR Complete the Indiana Tobacco Quitline telephone-based cessation program

OR

Complete the seven-week EACS On-site Freedom from Smoking Course Activity #4 - Earn 10 You Choose Activity Points

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Q: Is iChoose Wellness Rewards mandatory? A: No, iChoose Wellness Rewards is a voluntary program. However, you are encouraged to participate since the program is designed to encourage healthy behaviors while earning a financial reward. This program is designed for those who are currently healthy and who should maintain their level of health as well as members who want to become healthier. Don’t delay, start today! Q: Why is the School District doing this? A: The purpose of iChoose Wellness Rewards is to financially reward and motivate employees to take steps towards becoming aware and active in their own health. The ultimate goal is to have employees live a healthier lifestyle and when possible, identify and take actions to avoid or minimize preventable diseases. Participation is voluntary. As always, privacy as it relates to health care information is protected by law. We care about you and your health and want you to be healthy. We want you to know your numbers so that you are aware of your well-being and can work with your doctor or wellness coach to improve or maintain good health. Q: Is there a penalty for being overweight, having high blood pressure, high cholesterol or diabetes? Will I have to pay extra premium for my medical insurance? A: No, there is no penalty. We care about you and your health and want you to be healthy. Participation is optional. We want you to know your numbers as this information will help you work with your doctor to manage your condition and avoid future complications. Results provide information about your health and are intended for educational purposes. Q: How can I stay informed on iChoose Wellness Rewards Program communication? A: Knowing what to do is critical to success. We want you to succeed and save. You must do your part and stay informed. Inaction or late action will have a financial impact, so be sure to read the information we send out to you by email. If you miss any of the information or have questions, contact Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach via email at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or (260) 446-0100 ex. 1003.

Eligibility Questions Q: Participant Eligibility: Who can participate in 2017? A: All EACS employees enrolled in the EACS group health insurance plan are encouraged to participate and are eligible to receive the premium incentive.

Spouses on the EACS group health insurance plan are encouraged to participate. However, spouses on the EACS group health insurance plan are not eligible for the premium incentive.

EACS non-group health insurance members are encouraged to participate. However, EACS non-group health insurance members are not eligible for this premium incentive. Q: Do covered children have to complete the iChoose Wellness Rewards steps to receive the premium incentive? A: No, covered children are not eligible to participate and will not impact your incentive. Q: If I don’t have the School District medical insurance do I still have to participate in the iChoose Wellness Rewards? A: No, those who waive medical coverage are excluded from the iChoose Wellness Rewards Program and are not eligible. However, we recommend that you consider wellness in your day to day activities.

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Wellness Screening Questions Q: What is a wellness screening? A: A wellness screening is a general health check that provides several measures including: total cholesterol, HDL cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, fasting glucose, triglycerides, etc. Also includes, a measurement of height, weight, waist circumference and blood pressure. Discuss your results of the screening with your healthcare provider or EACS Wellness Coach, Eric Manor. Q: When will EACS Onsite Wellness Screenings be held? A: EACS Onsite Wellness Screenings will be held at several work locations during May 2017. Q: Where will onsite wellness screenings be held? A: Below is a list of 2017 onsite wellness screening events. Participate at a location of your choice.

EACS 2017 Onsite Wellness Screening Events

Q: How do I register to attend the onsite wellness screening? A: Instructions on how to register for your onsite wellness screening will be provided to you during March 2017. Q: What if I have trouble registering for my EACS On-site wellness screening appointment? A: Contact Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or (260) 446-0100 ext. 1003

Screening Location Screening Date Screening Time

Leo High School

Screening Location: Room 150

Monday, May 8th

6:00 a.m. – 8:30 a.m.

Woodlan High School

Screening Location: Room 132

Tuesday, May 9th

6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Heritage Elementary

Screening Location: Room 111

Wednesday, May 10th

6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Paul Harding

Screening Location: Room E-100

Thursday, May 11th

6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m.

Parkhill

Screening Location: Staff Development Room

Friday, May 12th

5:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.

Cedarville Elementary

Location: Media Center

Friday, May 12th

6:45 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.

EACS Administration Building

Location: Board Room

Thursday, June 1st

7:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.

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Q: What if I’m unable to attend an EACS On-site Wellness Screening? A: If you cannot attend an on-site wellness screening, you can still participate in a wellness screening – and earn the incentive. Wellness screenings may be completed by you family physician or healthcare provider. The physician or healthcare provider will need to complete the Healthcare Provider Verification Form at the time of your appointment. Once you receive your blood work results back, email them along with your completed Healthcare Provider Verification Form to Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or courier to the EACS Administration Building.

If you choose this option, you can download a Healthcare Provider Verification Form here or at http://www.eacs.k12.in.us/. Once at the EACS homepage, select:

Departments

Human Resources Wellness

Online Health Assessment Questions: Q: What is the online health assessment? A: The health assessment is an online survey which allows you to assess your lifestyle habits that are directly linked to health status. These lifestyle habits include: activity/exercise, alcohol use, back care, driving, eating, exams, self-care, smoking, stress, weight control, and well-being. The results and recommendations form the health assessment provide immediate feedback to help you improve or maintain your health. It also assesses your risk for some key diseases like heart disease, diabetes and cancer. Most importantly, you results are completely confidential and created especially for you, based on your answers to basic questions about your health habits. Q: Where can I find the Health Assessment? A: Instructions on how to complete your online health assessment will be emailed to you after attending an EACS onsite wellness screening or submitting your Healthcare Provider Verification Form and blood work results. Q: What if I have trouble accessing or completing my online health assessment? A: Contact Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or (260) 446-0100 ex. 1003.

Tobacco Affidavit & Tobacco Cessation Course: Q: Where do I find the Non-Tobacco User Affidavit? A: Download a Non-Tobacco User Affidavit here or at http://www.eacs.k12.in.us/. Once at the EACS homepage, select:

Departments Human Resources

Wellness

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Q: Where do I submit my EACS Non-Tobacco User Affidavit? A: Submit your completed affidavit via email to Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or courier to the EACS Administration Building. Q: What is considered tobacco use? A: “Tobacco product” is defined to include any lighted or unlighted cigarettes, cigars, pipes, hookah, chewing tobacco, snuff, roll your own tobacco, smokeless tobacco and any other items containing or reasonably resembling tobacco or tobacco products. “Tobacco use” incudes, smoking, chewing, dipping, electronic cigarette or any other use of tobacco products. Q: Do I need to quit using tobacco to receive the premium incentive? A: NO! All that is required is completion of the Indiana Tobacco Quitline telephone-based cessation program or

completion the seven-week EACS On-site Freedom from Smoking Course. Q: When and where is the seven-week On-site EACS Freedom from Smoking Course offered? A: This seven-week course will be offered twice in 2017. You only need to complete one of the sever-week courses to earn the incentive. One course will be offered in the summer of 2017 and the other in the fall of 2017. Both courses will be offered at an EACS location. The exact date(s), time(s) and location will be announced in May of 2017. Q: How to I register for the seven-week On-site EACS Freedom from Smoking Course? A: Email or call Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach to register for the course at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or (260) 446-0100 etc. 1003. Q: What is the Indiana Tobacco Quitline telephone-based cessation program? A: A telephone-based cessation service designed to help all Indiana tobacco users.

The Indiana Tobacco Quitline assists:

o Tobacco users in any stage of readiness to quit o Pregnant smokers o Smokeless tobacco users o Former smokers who want relapse prevention support o Friends and relatives of tobacco users who want to offer support

When you call the Indiana Tobacco Quitline, a trained Quit Coach will provide:

o An assessment of readiness to quit o A customize quit plan o Motivation and problem-solving advice o Up-to-date information about nicotine replacement therapy o A Quit Kit, including materials in English or Spanish, tailored for your needs

Q: How do I register for the Indiana Tobacco Quitline? A: Call 1-800-Quit-NOW (800-784-8669) to get started. Q: When is the Indiana Tobacco Quitline offered? A: Contact 1-800-QUIT-NOW (800-784-8669) at your convenience. You and a trained Quit Coach will co-create a customized quit plan that works best for you. Length of individual programs will vary on individual needs.

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Q: How will I show proof that I’ve completed the Indiana telephone-based cessation program? A: After completing your program, you will be provided with a certificate of completion. Email a copy of your certificate to Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or courier to the EACS Administration Building.

You Choose Activity Points: Q: What are You Choose Activity Points? A: You Choose Activity Points are designed to reward and encourage your involvement in enhancing your lifestyle in building a healthier you! Of the several point opportunities listed, choose the areas that apply to your lifestyle and focus on the opportunities that work for you. Not all points are a “one size fits all” so do what fits for you! Please refer to the table on page 8 for list of available You Choose Activity Point opportunities. Q: How many You Choose Activity Points do I need to earn my incentive? A: Earn 10 You Choose Activity Points to earn the incentive. Q: When do I need to earn my 10 You Choose Activity Points to be eligible for incentive? A: December 1st, 2017. Q: How do I report my You Choose Activity Points? A: To earn points, submit the requested documentation to Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach at emanor@eacs.k12.in.us or courier to the EACS Administration Building. For a detailed list of how to report your activity points, refer to the table on page 8. “Any form of documentation” refers to showing your activity participation (EX: receipts, summary, or any form stating your participation).

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2017 You Choose Activity Point Opportunities

2017 You Choose Activities Activity Points Requested Documentation

Complete a Wellness Screening/Online Health Assessment & Confirm Tobacco Status

1 Documents will be collected as you patriciate in the program.

Annual Physical Exam with your Family Physician 1 Any form of Documentation

Dental Visit 1 Any form of Documentation

Optometrist Visit 1 Any form of Documentation

Get vaccinated (Flu Shot, Pneumonia, Shingles, etc.) 1 Any Form of Documentation.

Donate Blood 1 Any Form of Documentation

Review your Online Health Assessment Results with Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach

1 No Documentation Required

Complete an age related Screening/Test (Wellness Screening, Mammogram, Colonoscopy, Pap Test, Heart Smart CT Scan, Skin Cancer Check, etc.)

1 Any Form of Documentation

Complete a Disease Management Program (YMCS Diabetes Prevention Program, etc.)

1 Any Form of Documentation

Participate in Weight Loss Program (Weight Watchers, True Weight Loss Solutions, Working with a Dietician, etc.)

1 Any Form of Documentation

Participate in a Physical Competition or Race (1 point per event) 1 Any Form of Documentation

Log a total of 5,000 Physical Activity Minutes before December 1st, 2017. Try and average 20 minutes a day to reach 5,000 minutes. (If you need a log, contact Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach)

3 Email or courier physical activity log to Eric Manor, EACS Wellness Coach

Volunteer for a non-profit organization 1 Email Eric Manor to confirm you volunteered

Meet with a Financial Advisor 1 Email Eric Manor to confirm you met with an advisor

Coach or volunteer a youth sport or EACS Intramural Program 1 Email Eric Manor to confirm you are coaching or volunteering

Participate in a building or school district Wellness Challenge 1 Email Eric Manor to confirm your participation

Organize a Wellness Challenge for EACS staff or students in your building

2 Email Eric Manor to confirm you organized a challenge

Join Team EACS Spring Cycle Team 2 No Documentation Required

Join Team EACS Fort4Fitness Team 2 No Documentation Required

Join Team EACS Fantasy of Lights 5K 2 No Documentation Required

Walk with EACS in a Community Parade 2 Email Eric Manor to confirm your participation.

Whether your numbers are within or outside the optimal values, attend these events to learn how to reach optimal levels or to ensure you remain within the healthy range.

Did your wellness screening results indicate the following values?

TEST OPTIMAL BORDERLINE HIGH VERY HIGH LOW

Blood Pressure

<– 120/80 121/81 – 139/89 140/90 – 159/99 >160/100 <89/59

Blood Glucose 70 – 100 101 – 125 126 – 199 >200 <70

April 13, 2017 | 6 – 7:30 p.m. Did you know that you can have high blood pressure without having any symptoms at all? High blood pressure can damage your heart, kidneys and increase your risk of heart attack and stroke. The good news is that small changes can make big improvements in your numbers and reduce those risks. Come learn how to monitor your blood pressure, which questions to ask your doctor, and what lifestyle changes you can make to improve your numbers and protect yourself from this silent killer.

Angela LaSalle, MD, ABoIM

May 22, 2017 | 6 – 7:30 p.m.High blood sugar can cause damage to your body years before being diagnosed with diabetes. If you have diabetes or high blood sugar, come learn how to decrease your health risk, learn which questions to ask your doctor, and what you can do with your nutrition and exercise to improve your sugars.

High Blood PressurePresented by Dr. Angela LaSalle

GlucosePresented by Dr. Angela LaSalle

Parkview Workplace Wellness and PPG – Integrative Medicine extend an exclusive invitation to educational events that will help you better understand your results. Your company has partnered with Parkview Workplace Wellness which enables you to attend at no cost! Join us at the Parkview Mirro Center for Research in the Grand Hall as Dr. Angela LaSalle presents in-depth information on high blood pressure and glucose.

Now that you know your numbers

You can also call (260) 373-9017For more information click here

LECTURE & FILM SCREENINGCLOSER LOOK LECTURE with ADAM GREEN Monday, March 27; 7:30 p.m.North Campus Auditorium, 2702 Spring St.

MOANA FILM SCREENING - freeTuesday, March 28; 7 p.m.USF Robert Goldstine Performing Arts Center, 431 W. Berry St., Fort Wayne, IN

For information, call 260-399-8064 or visit art.sf.edu. Both of these events are FREE and open to students and the general public

Fr iends of the Rivers, 429 East Dupont Road, #145, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825

Fr iends of the Rivers helps preserve, protect, and promote Fort Wayne’s r ivers.

i n f o @ f o r f w . o r g

Dear Teachers and Administrators,

Friends of the Rivers (FOR)–a local grass roots, non-profit organization dedicated to fostering the vitalityand engagement of the St. Mary’s, St. Joseph, and Maumee Rivers–is excited to share our latest initiative—providing canal boat rides and educational experiences in our brand new canal boat fashioned after anauthentic 1840’s craft!

N A M E T H E F O R C A N A L B O A T

Friends of the Rivers is asking Allen County teachers and their students to help in selecting three final name options for the new canal boat. Here’s how you can participate:

• Share the canal boat ballot of suggested names (attached) with students/grade levels you choose to participate in the naming activity. • Students should vote on their favorite name from the list we’ve offered, or write in an option, if your school thinks of a name that would be suitable, or fun. The challenge: Each school/building may only offer one name option to Friends of the Rivers, so you’ll have to narrow your recommendation to only one favorite. • Send your final recommendation no later than Wednesday, April 12, 2017, to FOR Board Member, Nancy Stewart at: npstew@aol.com. (Please be sure to indicate the name of your school, the grade levels that participated, and approximately how many students voted.) • Friends of the Rivers will feature the top three names offered by students on our website: forfw.com beginning Earth Day, April 22. The Fort Wayne community will then be asked to vote on the three options to determine a finalist. You, your students, and their families are invited to vote, as well.

• On May 10, web voting will end and the name of Friends of the Rivers canal boat will be announced. Please visit the website to see if the name your students offered was chosen for Fort Wayne’s first canal boat since 1874!

Direct questions to: Nancy Stewart, FOR Board Member at npstew@aol.com or 260-432-9818.

H E L P N A M E O U R C A N A L B O A T !

• The Wabash & Erie Canal traveled 497 miles from Toledo, Ohio on Lake Erie to Evansville, Indiana, right through Fort Wayne cutting a portage (route) between the Maumee River and the Wabash River.

• Fort Wayne was the highest point on the canal (i.e. the summit), so Fort Wayne earned the name"Summit City."

• Canal boats carried people and goods on our rivers and canals from 1843-1874 which was much faster than burdensome wagons.

• Draft animals, usually mules, pulled long, narrow canal boats by a rope on a path next to the canal, called a towpath.

• Historically, boats and ships are called “she.” One source suggests that a ship or boat "was nearer and dearer to the sailor than anyone except his or her mother." What better reason to call a ship "she"?

The Friends of the

Rivers canal boat,

is an exact replica

of an 1842 model.

Choose a good

name for her!

Direct your

questions to:

Nancy Stewart,

npstew@aol.com

or 260-432-9818

C A N A L S A N D C A N A L B O A T F A C T S

Fr iends of the Rivers, 429 East Dupont Road, #145, Fort Wayne, Indiana 46825

Please se lect a name for the Fr iends of the Rivers canal boat- Thank you!

i n f o @ f o r f w . o r gF . O . R . C A N A L B O A T B A L L O T

Sweet Breeze

Sweet Breeze (Wanagapeth) was the eldest daughter of the chief of the Miami people, Little Turtle–one of the most famous Native American military leaders of his time. Sweet Breeze married Capt. William Wells, an Indian agent and soldier instrumental in the development of Fort Wayne’s history. Sweet Breeze and William Wells had four children.

Johnny Boat

In the late 19th century flat-bottom boats, called “Johnny Boats” were popular and were ideal for traversing shallow waters. Johnny Appleseed, an American pioneer and nurseryman, was alleged to have planted apple trees along the Erie Canal towpaths. He became an American legend while still alive, due to his kind, generous ways, his leadership in conservation,and the symbolic importance he attributed to apples.

Kekionga

Kekionga, means blackberry bush, in the language of Miami Indians. Kekionga was the capital of the Miami Native American tribe, located at the confluence of the Saint Joseph, Saint Mary’s and Maumee Rivers on the western edge of the Great Black Swamp (a glacially fed wetland) now known as Fort Wayne, Indiana.

John Brown

The John Brown Stone Warehouse, also known as The Canal House, is the only building still standing in Fort Wayne that was here during the days that the canal was in operation–which makes it the oldest structure in the city. The warehouse was constructed in 1852 (22 x 50 ft.) by John Brown who used salvage and "waste" materials from his business as a stone merchant and mason.

Big Chief

Write-In Suggestion:

The Friends of the Rivers canal boat is a hefty 54 feet long and can carry 40 people. This 19th century replica canal boat will be a unique interactive and educational opportunity for riders and visitors. Touring on the “Big Chief” will provide an opportunity to familiarize riders with some of Indiana’s most important and influential Native American leaders.

Thank You for Voting!

• Visit the FOR website beginning Earth Day, April 22 and vote among the canal boat final names. Ask your family and friends to vote too!• On May 10, web voting will end and the name of Friends of the Rivers canal boat will be announced. • Please visit the website to see if the name your school suggested was chosen for Fort Wayne’s first canal boat since 1874!

Write in your own suggestion. Please explain your suggestion here.

Visit the Friends

of the Rivers

website at:

f o r f w . c o m

Direct your

questions to:

Nancy Stewart,

npstew@aol.com

or call,

260-432-9818

REDIMEDELEMENTARY½Mile&1MileRUN4WELLNESS

EVENT1:2017RediMed4WellnessSummerSeries

Building healthier

families and healthier

communities!

May11,20175:00pmNewHavenHighSchoolTrack1300GreenRoad,NewHaven,INPRIZES:$300,$200,&$100Forthetop3schoolswiththehighest%ofparAcipaAonSCHOOLSPK-6thBENEFIT$3ofeachregistraAonfeegoesbacktoyourschoolforwellnessprogramsREGISTRATION&COSTOnlineatwww.runsignup.com$15Includesfreet-shirt$13Ifalreadyregisteredfor2017Fort4FitnessKidsMarathon(www.fort4fitness.org)

Contactforques\onsEventinformaAon:260-749-2212SchoolinformaAon:260-433-0024

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mclendenen@newhavenin.orgl260.749.2212Finishersribbonawards

Thiseventisopentoanyboysorgirlsinpreschoolthrusixthgrade.Preschoolersthru2ndgradewillrun800meters;while3rdthru6thgradewillrun1600meters.Racescheduleisanestimate.Wewillrunthenextraceassoonasthepreviousraceisover.Thefirstracewillstartat5pmandeachracewillfollowshortlyafterthepreviousraceiscompleted.$2discountifyouaresignedupforFort4FitnessKidsMarathon.

Cost:_______$15https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/NewHaven/Elementary1MileRun4Wellness_______$13Ifalreadyregisteredfor2017Fort4FitnessKidsMarathonwww.fort4fitness.org

$3OFYOURREGISTRATIONFEEGOESBACKTOYOURSCHOOLFORWELLNESSPROGRAMS

Make checks payable to: NewHavenParks -- PLEASE WRITE LEGIBLY!! Last Name_________________________________ First Name_________________________________ Address ______________________________________________________________________________ City ______________________________________________State _________ Zip _________________ Telephone ______________________________ Gender ________ Birthdate ______/________/______ School _______________________________________Grade _______ Shirt Size _________ WAIVER: Must be signed by participant or by parent/legal guardian if participant is under 18 years old. I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running or walking in this event including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants, the effect of the weather including high heat and/or humidity, traffic and the conditions of the road or any other running surface: all such risks being known and appreciated by me. For my safety, I understand that bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers, roller skates or in-line skates, animals and radio headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of your accepting my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release New Haven-Adams Twp. Parks & Recreation Dept., all sponsors, all volunteers, their representatives and successors, from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the person named in this waiver. I allow my photograph or likeness to be used for any lawful purpose. Parent or Guardian Signature___________________________________________________________________Date________________________________ Proceeds benefit New Haven-Adams Twp. Parks & Recreation Dept. & New Haven HS Track/ Cross Country Teams. Mail form to: New Haven Parks, PO Box 157, New Haven, IN 46774

REDIMED ELEMENTARY ½Mile & 1Mile RUN 4 WELLNESS PLEDGE FORM AllgradesPre-Kthru6areinvitedtopar6cipate.Allpledgesstayinhomeschool.Makecheckspayabletoyourschool(SchoolName)___________________________________Returnmoneyandthisformtoyourschooleventcoordinator___________________________

STUDENT_____________________________GRADE______SCHOOLNAME____________________________________

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FEBRUARY 11th – MARCH 25th SATURDAY NIGHTS FROM 8:00PM– 11:00PM

Art for Autism Fair

Staff,

The Autism Team has come up with a creative idea to get our students and staff involved in

this year’s Autism Resource Fair. We will have blank canvases available in 3 different sizes:

8x10, 12x12, and 11x14. We will be displaying all of the canvas art projects at the Autism

Resource Fair on April 22nd 2017. The canvases will be available the day of the event for

purchase. Please join our efforts in spreading Autism Awareness!

Rules:

You may use any theme to decorate the canvas.

You must incorporate puzzle pieces in the design; It doesn’t matter how many or what

size pieces you use.

You may glue items, paint, decoupage… Etc.

Staff members should assist the students in the design and implementation of the

canvases but keep in mind, we want this to be something the students are making.

Completed canvases must be turned into Jennifer Hartman at Park Hill by Thursday April 13th

along with the submission form.

For those interested in completing a project, contact Jennifer Hartman or your building special

education teacher to request a canvas. A submission form will be emailed to you and must be

returned with your canvas. This is very important because it helps us organize and keep track

of all the art pieces.

Contact Jennifer Hartman Ext: 3119 or Katie Lothamer Ext: 7427 with any questions.

East Allen County School’s Autism Team still has tumblers left from last year. We are selling them at a discounted price, so place your order while supplies last!

Name________________________________________________________________________

School________________________________________________________________________

Phone number or room ext_______________________________________________________

Payment Method: ________Cash_______________________Amount

_________Check/Number______________Amount(make payable to EACS)

Please send your completed order form and money to Jennifer Hartman (x3119) at Park Hill Learning Center. Tumblers are available immediately and will be sent out as orders are received. Forms and payment must be turned in before items are distributed.

24oz Tumblers are $5.00

They are BPA free and have double wall

insulation which keeps your drinks HOT

or COLD. The lid offers the ability to use

a straw or it has a convenient slide-lock

option to prevent spills.

____________Total Quantity Ordered

Office of Special Services: Park Hill Learning Center 1000 Prospect Drive, New Haven, IN 46774 Phone: (260) 446-0128 Fax: (260) 446-0127

East Allen County School’s Autism Team is hosting an Autism Resource and Information Fair at Park Hill Learning Center on April 22, 2017. We are asking staff to acknowledge Autism Awareness month by purchasing a t-shirt in support of our event. Please support our efforts in promoting Autism Awareness and the event we will be hosting.

Name____________________________________________School______________________________________

Phone number or room ext_____________________________________________________________________

Payment Method: ___________________Cash/Amount

___________________Check/Number__________________Amount (Make Payable to EACS)

Short Sleeve t-shirts are $10. Youth sizes have been included if anyone would like to order t-shirts for family

members (prices are the same as adults). The t-shirts will have the following logo:

SHORT SLEEVE ($10 each) Adult Youth ______Small _______Y-Small (6-8) _______Med _______Y-Med (10-12) _______Large _______Y-Large (14-16) _______XL _______Y-XL (16-18) _______XXL _______XXXL _______XXXXL

T-Shirts will be Royal Blue

Please send your completed order form and money to Jennifer Hartman (x3119) at Park Hill Learning Center. Forms and payment must be received no later than Friday March 17th. Shirts will be delivered to your building the week after Spring Break.

Office of Special Services: Park Hill Learning Center 1000 Prospect Drive, New Haven, IN 46774 Phone: (260) 446-0127 Fax: (260) 446-0128

   

Francine's  Friends Mobile Mammography Unit  is  returning  to  EACS.   This  is  a wonderful  and  convenient  service offered  to  EACS  and  to  our community  by  Parkview Hospital and the Breast Diagnostic Center.  Parkview  recommends  women  have  an  annual  mammogram  beginning  at  age  40. Women 35 and older, who are not experiencing any problems with their breasts, can get a screening mammogram on the coach.  All  participants  must  have  a  family  physician  as  the  screening  report  is  sent  to  the physician.   For participants  that have  insurance,  their  insurance company will be billed.  For  those that have EACS Group Health  Insurance, Mammograms will be considered as a wellness benefit, covered at 100%. Please bring a photo ID and your insurance card.  NO ONE will be turned away for inability to pay.  Francine’s Friends has funding available and a donation toward the cost of the mammogram is welcome.  2017 screening schedule:  

January 12 (Thursday) – Paul Harding Jr/EAU 

February 1 (Wednesday) – Prince Chapman 

February 6 (Monday) – New Haven High School 

February 14 (Tuesday) – Cedarville 

March 27 (Monday) – Leo Jr/Sr High 

April 17 (Monday) – Woodlan K‐12 Campus  

May 5 (Friday) – Heritage K‐12 Campus  

Appointments may be scheduled in by calling (260) 483‐1847 or  (800) 727‐8439, ext. 26540.