June Newsletter

1. Below are
activities that will
be conducted
during the
months of July
through
September. More
information to
come as we work through this
process. You may start registering
children for our Summer Activities
as space is limited. All activities will
be supervised by our volunteers. All
volunteers will have their cori/sori
check before working with children.
Enrollment in our summer activities
is limited. To guarantee a free
placement, please complete and
return the registration form
including the following:
 Current immunization records
 Copy of a physical
Registration Form
Additional information:
Our program is free to the
community. However, we require a
registration and membership fees.
This information can be found on
our registration page
Register your child early to get a
space. Because of our exemption and
small facility, we can just have 10
children at the time during each
session. So please register early to be
guaranteed a spot. We also hope
parents will donate to our center to
help us continue this type of
program.
Non-stop Fun Ages: 9+
Time: 9:00-4:30 PM
Days: Monday- Friday
Cost: Free for less than 5 days
Description: Arts and Crafts, games,
fitness, African dance, leadership
skills, , assisted yoga, and healthy
living classes.
Activities for Ages: 5+
Time: 9:00-12:30 PM or 1:30 – 4:00 PM
Days: Monday- Friday
Cost: Free for less than 3 days
Description: Arts and Crafts, games,
fitness, African dance, leadership
skills, assisted
yoga, healthy
living classes,
Note: ages 5
to 8 should be
pick up
promptly; no
Exceptions!
KIDS BE AWARE, INC.
June 2013
Volume 3, Issue 4
Our Mission and Vision
To increase disease
awareness among children
and parents; To promote
healthy behaviors, reduce
the spread of infections,
and to reduce health-
related issues in our
nation’s children.
Table of Contents
CEO’s Corner .............. 2
Highlights......................... 2
Featured Articles:
Healthy Recipes............. 3
Body Wellness............... 4
........................................... 5
Free Summer Activities At Kids Be Aware
Wellness Center

2. CEO’s Corner...
support that will enable us to
expand our Kids Be Aware
mission, and to uphold our
vision for children
everywhere.
You may donate by going at
our website: http://
www.kidsbeaware.org or
simply by mailing in your
checks. At Kids Be Aware,
Inc. 600 west Cummings
Park Ste 1700 Woburn, MA
01801
I thank you in advance for
your support and hope that
you find it in your heart to
help us decrease health
disparities among our
children.
We strive to bring better life
to all and we work hard
everyday to accomplish this.
“Teach me about health so
that Tomorrow I may teach
others” Together we can!
Cheers and Peace to You!
Jeannette Bryant, CEO
Kids Be Aware, Inc.
Howdy!
We are currently looking for
volunteers to help us with
children’s activities.
We have opened our doors for
our Summer Activities
Enrollments. The program is
free to members. Visit our
center today and become a
member of Kids Be Aware,
Inc.
I’m always overjoyed to bring
more good news to you all each
and every month and hope
that you enjoy reading us as
much as we enjoy writing
these articles for you.
I successfully completed my
camp director certificate.
Although we may not start
our camp this year, we will be
up and running for summer
camp next year. However, this
summer we are offering
healthy fun activities to your
children as well as free math
and reading tutoring.
We are eager to partner with
organizations all around town
whose mission and vision is in
line with ours. While we are
pleased in the many milestone
of our organization, we are
working hard each day to
better our program and to
reach out to the community to
let them know that we are a
helping hand and we are here
to help the success and health
of our children.
We have faced many rough
patches as we work towards
opening our center but, we are
working diligently to find
better ways to sustain our
organization. Ever since we
took over the Cummings
propriety space back in
March, we have been faced
with tremendous challenges
and because of these challenges
and resistance, we have been
unable to get children enrolled.
We hope that as we move
away from these challenges,
we will have enrollments as
school is out and parents will
be looking for alternatives. We
are the healthy and free,
alternative for your children!
Keep us in mind.
The current need of this
organization is to get
volunteers to help us conduct
the center’s upcoming
activities. Together, we can
raise disease awareness among
children and parents.
We have been growing our
face book community and
invite you to have friends and
families like our page. We are
also selling T-Shirt Mugs and
Notebook for fundraising need
and hope that you will help us
in our continue effort to
sustain our organization
mission. On Behalf of KBA,
we are asking for in-kind
donations. All donations are
tax deductible.
From our modest beginnings,
and with only a little bit of
help, we are growing and we
still need your financial
We are seeking NEW
Enrollment!
We are seeking Volunteers for
various roles.
Contact us and Volunteer!
“We strive to partner with
schools, churches, and
organizations to focus on the
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3. Healthy Recipes for children
Fire Roasted Chile
and Garlic Chicken
Burgers
The easiest way
to make a burger
healthier is to sub
out the beef with
chicken in order to skip out on the saturated
fat. This recipe adds tons of flavor with the
roasted chiles, and piles on more with the
garlic. Simply leave out the bacon to go easy
on your waistline and you’re good to go. Use a
multi-grain or whole wheat bun to make it a
complete meal.
http://bembu.com/healthy-dinner-recipes
Paleo Curry Meatballs
The curry sauce on these
gives them a unique flavor
that’s unusual in the world of meatballs. These
are dairy free for all of you Paleo enthusiasts,
and they end up as a healthy option even for
those that aren’t following the Paleo diet. If
you’re looking for low-carbs you can make a
meal out of them, and if not you can balance
these out with some nice whole wheat pasta or
a baked potato.
http://bembu.com/healthy-dinner-recipes
Crock Pot
Chicken
Taco Chili
No taco
shells
needed to
enjoy this chili. It uses chicken instead of
beef so you’re getting all of the flavor
you’d want, but without worrying about
added fat from ground beef. The beans
are there, as you’d expect, but you may
want to add some bell peppers to get
some more veggies included. The corn
and beans are your carb source. Overall a
hearty meal you can eat with a fork.
http://bembu.com/healthy-dinner-recipes
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Cha Cha Bowl
The bright mix of colors
makes this a great dish to
whip up when you have
company over, and no
one will suspect that
you’re passing off healthy food on them. The
ingredients are all freshly made, and retain their
healthy status by not being cooked. The rice
and beans supply some good carbs, the chicken
is the protein adder, and there are yummy veg-
gies like zucchini. The healthy fats from the
avocados mean you’ll feel full and fight body
fat.
http://bembu.com/healthy-dinner-recipes

4. Seasonal Allergies in Children
As spring begins to unfold around us, we are tempted to shed our winter coats and hats and head to the great
outdoors. We may even notice the beautiful budding trees and the onslaught of new flowers of every color and hue.
For some however, spring heralds yet another round of seasonal allergies. Seasonal Allergies are considered to occur
as a result of an allergic reaction to a trigger (such as new flowers and grasses) that is typically present for part of the
year, such as spring or fall. Symptoms of seasonal allergies include sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion, itching of the nose, and post
-nasal drip. Not all people experience all of the symptoms of hay fever, and in some people, only one symptom will predominate. It may
be difficult to tell the difference between seasonal allergies and the common cold, and only an allergist may be able to tell the
difference. This type of allergy often occurs when pollen is present. Pollens are tiny, egg-shaped powdery grains released from
flowering plants, which are carried by the wind or insects and serve to cross-pollinate other plants of the same type for reproductive
purposes. When pollen is present in the air, it can land in a person’s eyes, nose, lungs and skin to set up an allergic reaction. The higher
the pollen count in your area, the worse your symptoms can be. To check out the pollen count in your area please go to: Pollen.com
How can I help my child who has seasonal allergies?
If your child suffers from seasonal allergies, there are steps you can take to reduce their symptoms and decrease
the use of medications: During the spring, keep your children indoors in the evenings because pollen levels are highest during that time
of day.
Keep your home and car windows closed during windy, sunny days.
Have your children take a shower after spending time outside to remove any pollen residue on their body or in their hair.
Have your children change their clothes after spending time outside because they will carry pollen indoors on their clothes.
Dry your clothes indoors instead of on an outdoor clothesline during this time of year.
Visit your child’s medical provider for an evaluation/allergy medication(s). Medicine can help alleviate allergy symptoms in children, but
with any medication you give your child, be sure you’re using the right medication for your child’s age and weight. Follow the
instructions carefully to be sure your child gets the correct dosage. Over-the-counter, generic allergy medication is effective for many
people and can cost less than prescription allergy medications. If you have any questions about what medications are right for your
child, ask your family doctor. Some common allergy medications include: Nasal decongestants to relieve a stuffy nose, Antihistamines
to relieve sneezing, and an itchy, runny nose, and Nasal corticosteroids are also often used, but are available only by prescription.
What if my child already had allergies?
Although allergies and asthma are separate conditions, they are related. People who have allergies — particularly ones that affect the
nose and eyes — are more likely to have asthma. About 70% of kids who have asthma also have an allergy to something. And many
people who have asthma find their symptoms get worse when they're exposed to specific allergens (things that can cause allergic
reactions in some people). Future exposure to the same allergens can cause the reaction to happen again. So if your child has asthma,
it's wise to explore whether allergies may be triggering some of the symptoms. Talk with your doctor about how to identify possible
triggers, which can be things other than allergens, such as cold air, respiratory infections, or tobacco smoke.How to Manage Outdoor
Activities with Children and Seasonal AllergiesBecause allergies and colds share symptoms many parents have a hard time telling the
two apart. So if your child’s sneezing and sniffling lasts for more than a week and his eyes and nose are itching he most likely has
seasonal allergies and not a cold.For children whose allergies are so severe that avoidance and over-the-counter drugs aren’t enough, a
prescription for nasal steroids may be in order. In some cases it’s also possible that a series of shots that can actually “re-educate” a
person’s immune system and teach it not to reject pollen. Ask an allergist if your child’s seasonal allergies are serious enough for these
specialized treatments, but if they’re like most children they may prefer their allergies to a round of shots!- By Andrew MacGinnitie,
MD, PhD, associate clinical director of the Division of Immunology at Children’s Hospital Boston
Susan Ruiz, Chair
Kids Be Aware, Inc.
Body Wellness
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5. Writing Activities July 15-19 August 5-9
Time: 9:00-4:30PM
Days: Monday- Friday
Cost: Free for less than 3 days
Description: Kids learn how to write stories for
inclusion in the organization newsletter and
magazine. This program includes all the other
activities too!
Leadership Activities Ages: 10+ August- September
Time: 9:00-4:30PM
Days: Monday- Friday
Cost: Free for less than 5 days
Description: The programs aim to develop the
skills that young entrepreneurs need to build
effective and efficient social ventures. Think
critically and creatively about societal challenges
and empower yourself with the knowledge, skills
and perspective for socially responsible leadership.
Dynamic faculty will lead lively discussions, engaging
classes and practical workshops focusing on
increasing social awareness and developing business
and leadership skills. Together with your peers, kids
will develop a comprehensive social venture, from
research to, marketing, finance and sustainability.
You will have opportunities to implement and
measure the impact of key pieces of your plan, all
while practicing presentation and leadership skills
along the way. The remainder of the day is pure fun.
Kids Be Aware, Inc is now
accepting new enrollments
for its drop in program. To
receive free drop in care,
you must:
1) Become a member of Kids Be Aware
2) Register for our program classes
To register your child visit our website
at: http://www.kidsbeaware.org/
Our Organization, non-profit in nature mission's is
to provide top level curriculum activities for chil-
dren while creating a healthy environment for kids
to come in learn and play. Please visit us today!!!
We Accept Donation please visit us today! You
must be registered and a Member of Kids Be Aware
to receive free Drop in Care through out the year.
Call: 781-549-7373 To register your child today! Or
register via our website.
Free Math and Reading Tutoring all year long
Summer Activities cont.)
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Drop In Services For 9 to 13
years old

6. We are on the Web!
Visit us at: www.kidsbeaware.org
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KBA Board Members
Jeannette Bryant CEO kidsbeawarenow@gmail.com 781-354-2701
Tiffany Henderson Treasurer donald_and_tiffany@yahoo.com 678-431-6543
Susan Ruiz Chair susan.ruiz@waldenu.edu 301-302-4215
Teresa Godley-Chase Co-chair Teressa.godley-chase@waldenu.edu 240-515-4222
Renee Sullivan Co-Chair renee.l.sullivan@gmail.com 478-718-1306
Regina Rainey Board Member reginarainey@ymail.com 864-303-2151
Kids Be Aware, Inc.
600 West Cummings Park Ste 1700
Woburn, MA 01801
Monthly Highlights
“We strive to partner with schools, churches,
and organizations to focus on the health and
well-being of our children”
We are looking for Volunteers.
All volunteers must submit to
a Cori/Sori Check before
working with children. Visit
our website or come in our
location and start volunteering
today!
Kids Be Aware, Inc
Center is now
Opened
We welcome any donations to help us with the
expansion of our program
To donate to our organization please use this link:
http://www.kidsbeaware.org/donate
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