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Franklin School principal, teachers visit families of students at their homes

First-grader Kimberly Palmieri was excited to see Franklin School Principal Jim Slater at her Belleville home on Monday as part of the elementary school's annual home visits.

Kimberly, 6, showed Slater all the teeth she had lost over the summer and the new ones growing in their place.

"I'm so excited to go back," she said.

Her sister Anabeth Palmieri, 7, said it was "cool" to have their principal stop by and see them at home.

The girls were spending the day with their mother Michelle Reese and grandfather Bobby Dees.

The staff at Franklin Elementary School has been conducting home visits for more than 20 years. Slater, who has been principal for five years, said it's beneficial for children to see their teachers walking around their neighborhood.

"The kids look forward to seeing the teachers," he said.

At least 20 staff members from Franklin, including classroom teachers, specialty teachers and others, visited or tried to visit the homes of all 180 students.

If the family isn't home, school representatives leave information about the open house Thursday night and other fliers in a bag hanging on the front door knob or behind the screen door.

Staff members at Franklin separated into groups, and each group was assigned 15 or 16 families.

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UA College of Medicine welcomes class of 2018 with White Coat Ceremony

By Hannah Plotkin | Published 08/10/14 6:34pm | Updated 20 hours ago

The UA College of Medicine Tucson held the 21st annual White Coat Ceremony to celebrate the 115 members of the class of 2018 at Centennial Hall on FridaY. The ceremony is a symbolic induction for medical students marking their entrance into the field of medicine.

The ceremony began with a procession, where students entered the hall in cohorts of six, led by their faculty mentors, with their white coats draped over their left arms. Despite instructions to stay seated, excited family members and friends jumped up to wave or shout to their loved ones as the procession moved down the aisles.

The white coats used in the ceremony were provided by donations from faculty and alumni of the College of Medicine.

The ceremony was emceed by Kevin Moynahan, deputy dean of education in the College of Medicine, and the opening remarks were made by Joe Skip Garcia, senior vice president for health sciences.

The first White Coat Ceremony was held at Columbia University in 1993, Moynahan said and the UA was the first Western university to begin practicing the tradition the same year. The ceremony is meant to mirror the convocation ceremony the medical students will attend in four years, Moynahan said.

The keynote speaker was Adele OSullivan, a member of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet. OSullivan described her journey into medicine, specifically a life-changing moment that drew her to a career of working with people experiencing homelessness.

In the next few years, you will see so many ways your career can change you, OSullivan said. Youll be pulled in many ways.

OSullivan said she had never expected to work in her current field, but after working at a clinic in Phoenix, she founded Circle the City, an organization that provides medical help to homeless individuals. OSullivan advised students to stay open minded and to let their future find them.

I wish for you great satisfaction and accomplishment, richness in relationships, both with your colleagues and your patients, OSullivan said. May you practice the art as well as the science of medicine with great respect for those who have modeled them and taught them to you.

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reunions – Sat, 09 Aug 2014 PST

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Fairchild Air Force Base 92nd Wing Veterans - A reunion for former and current Air Force members of the 92nd Wing at Fairchild and their families. Food and drinks will be provided. Bring lawn chairs and your stories and enjoy the company of fellow members of the 92nd. Sept. 14, 1-4 p.m., Waterfront Park, 1386 S. Lefevre St., Medical Lake. For more information, please call (509) 939-6539 or email wendansim@centurylink.net.

Our Saviors Lutheran Church Reunion Potluck Picnic - Aug. 16, noon-4 p.m., Franklin Park Picnic Shelter. For more information, call (509)487-6161.

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Fairchild Air Force Base 92nd Wing Veterans - A reunion for former and current Air Force members of the 92nd Wing at Fairchild and their families. Food and drinks will be provided. Bring lawn chairs and your stories and enjoy the company of fellow members of the 92nd. Sept. 14, 1-4 p.m., Waterfront Park, 1386 S. Lefevre St., Medical Lake. For more information, please call (509) 939-6539 or email wendansim@centurylink.net.

Our Saviors Lutheran Church Reunion Potluck Picnic - Aug. 16, noon-4 p.m., Franklin Park Picnic Shelter. For more information, call (509)487-6161.

Post Falls High School Alumni Potluck The Alumni Classes of 1956-62 invites all PFHS alumni to the annual potluck on Tuesday, 5 p.m., Qemiln Park, Post Falls. Please bring a dish to share; table service provided. Contact Susan Neufeld Myers at (208) 773-9120 or susancmyers@gmail.com; or Gary Walker at (208) 773-5385 or gnmwalk@frontier.com for moreinformation.

Lewis and Clark High School Class of 1974 - Celebrating its 40th reunion with a no-host activity at the Red Lion Grill downtown Friday and a dinner on Aug. 16 at the BluWoods in Mead. A tour of the school and a golf tournament are planned. For more information call Beth Manning Phillips at (509) 993-8016 or visit http://www.lcclassof74.com or http://www.facebook.com/groups/ 149309865278129.

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Cardiac machines to be given

DECATUR St. Mary's Hospital is expanding its reach by placing life-saving medical tools closer to a cardiac emergency.

Dan Perryman, president and CEO, announced Friday that St. Mary's will give 10 automated external defibrillators to public groups that apply through the Carol Dodson Lifesaving Defibrillation Program.

Heart disease is the No. 1 killer in this country, said Chief Medical Officer Phillip Barnell.

Cardiac arrest often is the first symptom of heart disease. But a defibrillator can save lives during a cardiac emergency.

A defibrillator is a portable device that can shock a heart back into a normal rhythm before emergency medical staff arrive. Along with CPR, early defibrillation can more than double a victim's chance of surviving a heart attack, according to the American Heart Association.

In March, Chief Nurse Officer Carol Dodson and other medical personnel used a defibrillator to save a young man's life when his heart stopped during an alumni basketball tournament at Meridian High School.

The AED absolutely made a difference in the case of this individual, said Dodson, for whom the program was named.

Under Illinois law, most schools, dentist offices and physical fitness facilities are required to have a defibrillator. But the American Heart Association recommends placing the machines in public areas where groups 300 or more people gather, such as churches or fairgrounds.

Any one of you can use this device, Barnell said.

He then emphasized that point by plucking someone from the audience to demonstrate how the defibrillator works on a dummy. The machine provides audio instructions and only gives a shock if needed. Those asssisting in a medical emergency are reminded to call 911 before providing CPR or seeking a defibrillator.

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MUSC must fundraise $50 million towards new $350 million hospital

The Medical University of South Carolina Children's Hospital is attached to the Main Hospital on Ashley Avenue. A new $350 million women and children's hospital is planned for the intersection of Courtenay Drive and Calhoun Street. Grace Beahm/Staff

The Medical University of South Carolina needs at least $50 million from donors to build a new $350 million women's and children's hospital, and the executive in charge of fundraising said Thursday that amount of money will be very difficult to come by.

"Will we get there? Who knows," said Jim Fisher, vice president of development and alumni affairs, at the MUSC Board of Trustees meeting.

Fisher has tasked his department to raise $29.8 million of the $50 million goal this fiscal year. Typically, MUSC raises an average $7 million annually for the Children's Hospital.

"If we don't get the $50 million, this (hospital) is not going to happen, and we all want this to happen," Fisher said.

MUSC hired a national consulting firm, which determined that the project is ambitious, but feasible. Fisher agreed that raising money to build the hospital will be challenging, but said he is confident it will become a reality.

The existing Children's Hospital, which was built in 1987, is attached to the main hospital on the MUSC Horseshoe on Ashley Avenue. The new hospital will be built on the corner of Courtenay Drive and Calhoun Street next to the Ashley River Tower.

The Board of Trustees is considering changes to the guidelines to name buildings on campus. Under the new rules, the board would consider naming the new hospital after an individual who donates at least $25 million to the project.

Fisher said his team identified a handful of donors who could offer that much money but told the board, "It is not a slam dunk."

In other business, the board will likely approve Dr. David Cole's employment contract during its meeting Friday. Cole was named the new MUSC president earlier this year. The board is also expected to raise dental school tuition by 3 percent.

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MUSC must raise $50 million toward new $350 million hospital

The Medical University of South Carolina Children's Hospital is attached to the Main Hospital on Ashley Avenue. A new $350 million women and children's hospital is planned for the intersection of Courtenay Drive and Calhoun Street. Grace Beahm/Staff

The Medical University of South Carolina needs at least $50 million from donors to build a new $350 million women's and children's hospital, and the executive in charge of fundraising said Thursday that amount of money will be very difficult to come by.

"Will we get there? Who knows," said Jim Fisher, vice president of development and alumni affairs, at the MUSC Board of Trustees meeting.

Fisher has tasked his department to raise $29.8 million of the $50 million goal this fiscal year. Typically, MUSC raises an average $7 million annually for the Children's Hospital.

"If we don't get the $50 million, this (hospital) is not going to happen, and we all want this to happen," Fisher said.

MUSC hired a national consulting firm, which determined that the project is ambitious, but feasible. Fisher agreed that raising money to build the hospital will be challenging, but said he is confident it will become a reality.

The existing Children's Hospital, which was built in 1987, is attached to the main hospital on the MUSC Horseshoe on Ashley Avenue. The new hospital will be built on the corner of Courtenay Drive and Calhoun Street next to the Ashley River Tower.

The Board of Trustees is considering changes to the guidelines to name buildings on campus. Under the new rules, the board would consider naming the new hospital after an individual who donates at least $25 million to the project.

Fisher said his team identified a handful of donors who could offer that much money but told the board, "It is not a slam dunk."

In other business, the board will likely approve Dr. David Cole's employment contract during its meeting Friday. Cole was named the new MUSC president earlier this year. The board is also expected to raise dental school tuition by 3 percent.

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Bangalore: St John’s Medical College to establish clinical skill laboratory

From Our Special CorrespondentDaijiworld Media Network - Bangalore

Bangalore, Aug 7: The countrys premier Catholic Medical College, St Johns Medical College, whose golden jubilee celebrations are set to conclude on August 9, Saturday, is planning to establish a well-equipped Clinical Skill Laboratory.

The clinical skill laboratory, which is available in only a few medical colleges as of now, is aimed at helping the students and faculty members of the College to meet their highly advanced tranining requirements as also help the students and faculty members to enhance their skills in high-end surgical and complex medical procedures besides offering simulation facilities.

The clinical skill laboratory, being planned as part of the golden jubilee commemoration projects, may take another five to six months, said Fr (Dr) Lawrence DSouza, Director of the St Johns National Academy of Medical Sciences, briefing reporters on the growth, achievements and future plans of all the institutions of the Academy.

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Sports Briefs – 08/08

Frankfort reserve seating on sale

SHORT GAP, W.Va. Reserved seat tickets for Frankfort High School home football games can be purchased at the school office Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Purchasers should notify the office if they want to reserve the same seat they had last year. Sports passes at a reduced price for all athletic events are also available at the school.

Advance sale tickets to home games will be available at the school the week of the game at a reduced price. For more information, call the school at 304-726-4767.

Schute gets ace at Fore Sisters

RAWLINGS Bill Schute hit a hole-in-one Thursday at the Fore Sisters Golf Club.

Shute aced the 135-yard No. 15 with a five-hybrid. The shot was witnessed by Dale Cosner, Gary Bradfield, James Powell and Ed Baldwin.

Mountain Ridge volleyball tryouts set

FROSTBURG Mountain Ridge High School girls entering grades 9-12 interested in playing for the varsity and junior varsity volleyball teams should report to the gymnasium for the start of tryouts on Wednesday, Aug. 13, and Thursday, Aug. 14 from 9 a.m. until noon.

All players must have a physical exam and the online concussion test completed and paperwork turned in before beginning tryouts. All forms for physicals and concussion testing are on the school website. For more information, contact coach Valery Broadwater at 301-689-1530.

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Local schools, businesses ready for back to school

Center Stage For 38 years, Center Stage has offered the best, most experienced and diverse faculty in the area, covering all styles of dance: hip-hop, jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical, contemporary, modern; theater (acting and musical theater); music (voice, piano, guitar and percussion); and gymnastic programs. Center Stages esteemed alumni have appeared in more than 40 shows and national/international tours, national ballet and modern companies; regional theaters across the country, as well as on dance and cheer squads for professional sports teams. Over the years, many Center Stage students have considered the studio their second home, building life-long relationships with fellow students, teachers and staff.With 12 dance rooms in three locations, no other studio around can offer the breadth of scheduling possibilities that Center Stage can. So with all of these benefits, the only questions left is: Why would you go anywhere else? Students range from age 3 to adult and from those who want to take one class a week for fun or fitness, to those who are working toward a career in performing arts. For more information, visit http://www.centerstagenj.com or call 732-238-7890 (East Brunswick)/ 732-972-1116 (Marlboro)/ 732- 695-6400 (Ocean).

The Gravity Vault Eatontown Medical has been providing medical care to the community since 1986. Internal medicine physicians Charles Peeples M.D. and Warren Churgin M.D. are available by appointment Monday through Saturday. Emergency same-day appointments are generally available.The office is located at the corner of Wyckoff Road and Route 36, next to the All Seasons Diner. Participating with Medicare,Tricare and most commercial insurance plans, they provide treatment for all aspects of medical care, such as wellness, sports, school, employment and commercial drivers license (CDL) physicals.They also participate in the New Jersey Vaccine for Children program for those 18 and younger who are uninsured. Treatment is available for chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, thyroid disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, allergies, cholesterol, etc.The staff is experienced in treatment of injuries such as sprains, cuts and burns.Testing services are available for x-rays, EKG, spirometry (breathing tests), strep, pregnancy, urine tests and blood collection.They also have the ability to provide comprehensive pre-employment physicals.They welcome industrial accounts for work-related injuries, and participate with all workers compensation insurance carriers.The staff is certified to provide CDL physicals, drug screen collection and medical review services.They have personnel who are also conversant in Spanish for your convenience. For more information, call 732- 544-9500.

Rumson Country Day School Ranney School The Gravity Vault in Middletown, located at 37 Kanes Lane, is on the fast track to being the go-to place for families to unwind as summer comes to a close and the new school year begins.With 60 ropes, 40-foot walls, a multitude of climbing options, a well-trained and knowledgeable staff and no shortage of fun, climbing is quickly becoming the sport of choice for many in Middletown and the surrounding area. From kids to adults,The Gravity Vault offers individual sessions and classes for all ages and skill levels, which can be scheduled ahead of time.Along with classes, the gym hosts a special ladies night and a night just for teens, to name a few. For kids with a competitive spirit,The Gravity Vault also has a youth climbing team and continually sends its members to Regionals, Divisionals, and even Nationals in a number of different climbing categories. The Gravity Vault in Middletown also makes for a fantastic place to host birthday parties, and other events equipped with a party room. Climbing parties give kids (and adults) a fun, safe, and exciting party they will never forget. For more information on The Gravity Vault in Middletown, call 732- 856-9599 or visit online at http://www.gravityvault.com.

The Seashore School At Ranney School, the mission-promise that every child will be known and valued drives student success. Founded in 1960 and located on a picturesque 60-acre campus in Tinton Falls, Ranney School is more than an exceptional co-educational day school, its a home away from home, a place where young minds are nurtured and essential skills are mastered. It is where children establish a love for learning starting at age 3 and a passion for exploring the world around them that lasts well beyond high school graduation. Ranneys small class sizes and inspirational and caring faculty are all part of a distinctive academic community that is personalized and values each childs individuality, academic and co-curricular interests. Expansive, modern classrooms, a 400-seat performing arts hall and world-class athletic facilities including a track and field, tennis courts, two gyms, and a 25-meter indoor pool provide each student with ample opportunity to discover their passions.A rigorous, college preparatory, liberal arts program challenges and prepares students for success. For 54 years, the schools motto of knowledge, vision and honor have been the schools guiding principles. Ranneys teaching philosophy encourages students from beginners (age 3) through grade 12 to become independent, respectful and responsible citizens of the world. Ranney graduates attend the nations most selective colleges and universities and more than 80 percent are accepted at their first or second choice. Nearly half of the graduating class of 2014 are affectionately called lifers, a title shared by students who began their educational experience with Ranney in the Lower School and continued at the school for 10 years or more.Want to learn more? The website is a terrific place to start, or better yet, contact the admissions office to experience the energy of the students and faculty by visiting the school in person. Ranney is located about an hours drive from New York City and from Princeton.Apply now for your childs future. Visit http://www.ranneyschool.org.

Trinity Hall The Rumson Country Day School (RCDS) emphasizes challenging academics and a well-rounded education, teaching life skills in a safe and secure environment. RCDS gets the best out of every student by teaching them to master the art of critical thinking.The curriculum and talented teaching staff are laser-focused on cultivating analytical and creative young minds.Through exceptional athletics, creative arts and a family oriented culture, they nurture children from kindergarten through eighth grade as they develop into kind, honest, responsible and respectful citizens. Students forge priceless relationships with faculty and classmates during their formative years on the beautiful campus, sharing values and experiences that last a lifetime.At Rumson Country Day School, they are proud of their countless alumni who have grown to thrive as leaders and benevolent members of their communities, so many of whom still enjoy remaining connected to the Rumson Country Day School family.They are still accepting new students for classes beginning in September 2014. Call or visit http://www.rcds.org to learn how your child can thrive.

If you want a school where your child will be happy, challenged and ahead of the game, The Seashore School is the place to be. For 40 years, the award-winning private school has been making learning fun and helping children develop the skills to excel academically, athletically and socially. Starting with preschool and going through eighth grade, students take foreign language, computers, physical education, gymnastics and swim lessons, plus specialized training in drama, dance, music and art. Since class size is small, children receive individual attention, feel a strong sense of belonging, and form strong friendships that last a lifetime.The approach to education is so successful, students typically perform a grade above their peers, score in the top percentile in standardized exams, are recognized nationally for achievement, take first in academic competitions such as Columbia University Graduate School Of Journalisms 2013 Gold Circle Award, 2014 Monmouth County Science Fair for Geothermal Energy and 2010 Marine Academy of Science and Technology Tournament, and gain acceptance to top high schools including High Tech, Biotech,Allied, Communications, MAST and CBA.To make things easy on parents, Seashore provides free door-to-door transportation, childcare from 7:30-9 a.m. as a courtesy for those who work early, extended care until 6 p.m., and affordable payment plans. Dont miss the Preschool and Pre-K Preview Aug. 23 from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Enroll at the event and save $400. For directions, call 732-222-6464 or visit http://www.seashorecampandschool.com.

Trinity Hall is an innovative, independent all-girls college preparatory high school educating and empowering young women in the Catholic tradition. In a technology-rich learning environment, a superior faculty and a challenging interdisciplinary curricular program fosters the Trinity Hall core values of leadership, respect, perseverance and faith, which are foundational to the schools mission and work as educators. Unique and exciting co-curricular learning opportunities accommodate a diverse, yet a collectively passionate, creative and caring student body.These young women will be empowered to take risks, pursue personal passions, network globally and grow as learners and as valued individuals.Trinity Hall, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3), opened in Fall 2013 to a ninth-grade class and will welcome an even larger freshmen class in the 2014-2015 school year. It is the only all-girls high school in Monmouth and Ocean counties. For more information, visit http://www.trinityhallnj.org or call 732-291-1297.

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Ebola patient drawn to mission work

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Atlanta (CNN) -- Dr. Kent Brantly answered a calling.

That's what friends and colleagues say about the man who garnered national headlines when he became the first known Ebola hemorrhagic fever patient in the United States.

Brantly, 33, arrived Saturday in Atlanta from Liberia, where he and another American missionary worker contracted the deadly virus while caring for Ebola patients.

From an early age, Brantly was driven by his faith in God to make a difference, friends and former colleagues said. He took mission trips to Uganda, Honduras, Nicaragua, Tanzania and Haiti, they said.

"He intended to be a missionary before he became a doctor," friend Kent Smith, an elder at Southside Church of Christ in Fort Worth, Texas, told CNN.

"Eventually, he decided medical mission is what he wanted to do."

Brantly went to Liberia with his wife and two children last year to serve a two-year fellowship through Samaritan's Purse post-residency program.

He was there initially to practice general medicine. But when the Ebola outbreak began, he took on the role of medical director for the Samaritan's Purse Ebola Consolidated Case Management Center in Monrovia. It's there that he tested positive for the virus, according to the evangelical Christian relief charity.

There is no known cure or vaccine for Ebola, and it has a mortality rate of up to 90%.

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