Innholdsfortegnelse for Winter 2016 i MASK The Magazine

T he harder kids play, the harder they fall. The fact is, broken bones, or fractures, are common in childhood and often happen when kids are playing or participating in sports. Most fractures affect the upper extremities: the wrist, the forearm, and above the elbow. Why? When kids fall, it’s a natural reflex for them to throw their hands out in an attempt to stop the fall. Falls are a common part of childhood, but not every fall results in a broken bone. The classic signs of a fracture are pain, swelling, and deformity (which looks like a bump or change in shape of the bone). However, if a break is non-displaced (when the pieces on either side are straight in line with one another), it may be harder to…

From kindergarten to college: A parent’s guide to creating interests and passions Additional research and reporting // Jodie Graham, Grand Canyon University Finding that spark or passion in your child can be so much fun—not only for your child, but also for you as a parent. Raising a passionate child who is motivated to learn, driven to discover, and determined to never give up, may be challenging, but ultimately, rewarding. “There is a constellation of factors that influence kids to become and stay motivated, including early environmental support and responses, teaching kids to tolerate failure, and developing an internal sense of control and capability,” says Dr. Shefali Gandhi, a licensed psychologist in Scottsdale, Ariz. “Supportive and realistic environmental expectations and responses from parents, caregivers, teachers, peers and siblings to a…

A lmost everyone enjoys sitting down to a delicious, home-cooked meal. But people who prepare those meals generally fall into two categories: those who view whipping up the family dinner as a necessary evil, and those who truly know the joy of cooking. One factor that accounts for this vastly different approach to meal preparation is the role “kitchen time” played in one’s own childhood. Those for whom certain kitchen smells and sounds conjure up positive memories of holiday baking with grandma or helping mom at the stove aren’t only lucky, but much more likely to understand that putting dinner on the table can satisfy a need much stronger than hunger. Thoughtful meal planning, preparation and presentation is a way to show affection for those we love, and eating together…

MASK (Mothers Awareness on School-age Kids) is a nonprofit 501 (c)(3) organization created in 2007 by a group of dedicated mothers who recognized the need to consistently educate families on rapidly changing issues. The MASK mission is to engage and educate parents, children and the community about the issues facing our youth and to empower children to make safe, healthy choices. MASK fulfills its mission by engaging, educating and empowering families through the MASK E3 Institute, MASK The Magazine and our vastly informative website. The MASK E3 Institute is a comprehensive year long multi-year approach to building and strengthening life skills for children, including MASK Academy (kindergarten to 6th grade), MASK Prep (middle and high school), MASK Leadership (college) and Parent University. Through these platforms MASK aims to build healthy…

SKI SAFELY BEFORE YOU HIT THE SLOPES, CHECK OFF THESE SAFETY TIPS 1 DRESS FOR SUCCESS. The temperatures at higher altitudes may surprise you. Dress as warmly as possible, using many layers and including essential accessories such as mittens, thick wool socks, and ski pants and jackets. Don’t forget sunglasses or goggles - the glare of the sun off the snow can be intense! 2 GEAR UP. Having the right gear—boots, bindings, poles, skis, helmet—is just as important as knowing what you’re doing. It’s also key to having a safe, fun experience on the mountain. Before you head up the lift, be sure you have your gear in check. 3 USE THE BUDDY SYSTEM. No one should ever ski alone. The risk of having a bad fall is always possible…

Ask any parent and they’ll tell you: When it comes to their kids, all they ultimately want is for them to live up to their potential, and to have a happy and successful life. While this may be simple to say, for many parents, the “path to greatness” is paved with ups, downs, knowing what to do and not having a clue. Kristen Russell, a family and parenting writer for ParentMap, asks the questions we parents have asked ourselves: If I don’t sign my daughter up for science camp, will she ever love STEM? If my son never plays ball sports, will he know how to compete? If I don’t drop a fortune on the hottest new electronics this holiday, will a nascent glimmer of coding genius go undiscovered? If…

standing strong S.A.T What it’s all about S.A.T (Student Awareness Tools)® is designed to give students a voice on important issues facing them today. By explaining how their world looks and feels, they can show how students have dealt with, overcome or been empowered by their experience. To have your school considered for an upcoming issue, contact Michelle Jacoby at mjacoby@maskmatters.org. Most children look up to their parents with admiration and respect. This has a great impact on the child-parent relationship, especially when it comes to children wanting to pursue their goals and dreams. Some parents pester their children about school and extracurricular activities, while others take a hands-off approach. Whatever the approach, parents and children need to strike a healthy balance in order for the student to do well…

aparentsembrace 1 TOO MUCH SUCCESS // W hen it comes to school grades, high school student Ben Jackman* believes it’s important for parents to not be overly supportive. From the moment he started school, Jackman’s parents cared about his grades. To this day, his parents are extremely supportive, but not in a healthy way. Jackman has been an A-plus student since the first grade, but with constant pressure to receive nothing less than that. His parents instilled the importance of making good grades. They ensured he did his best by checking his homework every night, helping him study and even checking his teachers’ websites to make sure he wasn’t missing any assignments. Jackman’s parents make sure he enrolls in the most advanced classes the school has to offer, expecting him…

While children are young, parents work hard to try to provide a wide variety of opportunities to explore, learn new skills and gain exposure to cultural experiences. It is through experience they unearth new possibilities, discover lifelong interests and, quite possibly, lifelong passions. If a child is reticent, parents can give that much needed nudge to inspire them to audition for the school play, sign up for summer camp in the mountains, or run for student council. Children born with that natural go-getter personality still need encouragement; they may need a push to try new foods or take a particular class. One of the jobs of a parent is to help children discover what they may be good at, encouraging them to explore new horizons and supporting them through the…

If you ask Satchel Wells, finding a career field to match your passions is like putting a jigsaw puzzle together. The ASU student thinks about life experiences as the pieces that come together to form a picture of your future. “One of my favorite things to do when I was a kid was to watch the news on TV with my dad and grandpa,” he says. “So it was ingrained in me at an early age. Politics is something I’ve always loved.” Now a senior studying political science at ASU’s Tempe campus, Wells also knows about the importance of sparking student interests and linking them to possible careers. The Casa Grande native has worked as a career peer advisor for three years with ASU’s Career and Professional Development Center, offering…

MEDITERRANEAN SEA BASS WITH PEAS, LUPINS, MARINATED PEPPERS AND MARJORAM 6 oz. sea bass fillet (with skin) Salt and pepper to taste Olive oil to sauté Red bell pepper roasted, julienne strips 1 cup lupins, braised (legume belonging to the peanut family) Castelvetrano olives, whole pitted Braised Lupins 3 cups dried lupin beans Extra virgin olive oil 8 ounces pancetta, cubed (optional) 1 onion, chopped 3 carrots, peeled and chopped 3 ribs celery, chopped 3 garlic cloves 2 sprigs rosemary (leaves only) Vegetable stock Prepare the lupins two days before by placing the beans, rosemary and garlic cloves in a large bowl and covering with 2 inches of water. Use a container with enough space to allow beans to double in size. Soak overnight. Drain the next day, and cover…

We knew what to expect when one of two envelopes arrived in the mail that April week in 2015—small and white, or large and gold. My daughter had instructed me not to open it regardless of the size, since it would be addressed to her. She was at school when that much-anticipated piece of mail showed up in our box. It was gold. I texted a picture of it and she immediately called from lunch. “Open it,” she said. I only had to read the first line and we both burst into tears. “Congratulations!” it read. “I am pleased to offer you admission to the University of Southern California…” I literally fell to the floor sobbing, while cradling the phone in one hand and the letter in the other. It…

THE 9TH ANNUAL VENETIAN MASKer AIDE BALL The “Venetian” MASKer Aide Ball waltzed back to the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess Resort on Saturday, Oct. 8, with more than 450 guests transported to the canals of Venice, Italy. “This year’s Ball was the most well attended yet.” says Kimberly Cabral founder and CEO of MASK. “We are thrilled to introduce so many new people to the MASK mission.” “Since I have been at the Princess, our community outreach has been focused on families.” says Jack Miller, general manager of the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess. “At the resort, we believe the MASK mission strengthens families, much like our own mission of turning family time into memories of a lifetime.” The festive, black-tie affair included an exquisite culinary experience enticing the eyes as well as…

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STACY BARRY // Writer Stacy Barry is a former public relations/marketing executive for the hospitality industry, and is currently a freelance writer in Houston, Texas. She received her degree in journalism from Texas Tech University and worked as a broadcast journalist for KAMC-TV in Lubbock, Texas. For the past 15 years she has done freelance and contract work from her home, while raising two children in the ’burbs. DEBRA GELBART // Writer Debra Gelbart has more than two decades of experience as a print, broadcast and online writer and editor, focusing on news and feature writing for magazines and corporate, community and trade publications. She has worked as a communications specialist for a local hospital, as an assignment editor for three TV news departments in Arizona, as a news writer…

“Growing up in Cincinnati, Ohio, I was a busy kid. I loved being active and played a lot of sports… although I remember not particularly enjoying sports where I stood around waiting for the ball. I had a lot of energy and I was constantly on the move. One day, when I was 7, a friend invited me to a gymnastics class and I immediately fell in love. Little did I know that one day would define the rest of my life. As a young gymnast, I didn’t know what competitive gymnastics was. All I knew was that I loved the sheer joy of it. There were a lot of performances and competitions, but for me, it was the thrill of the sport that sparked the passion inside me and…

TO GET YOUR CHILD INVOLVED IN SCHOOL Parents, try to understand if your child has different interests than you. Don’t pressure them into doing the things you like. Instead, talk to your child about what they’re interested in and get an understanding of it. Research what they like and give them opportunities to explore their interests. If you’re looking for ways to get your child to hone in on their interests and pursue their passions, here are 10 tips every parent needs to know: 1 Encourage your child to make new friends by talking to others and making conversation. Remind them to make eye contact and smile. Being friendly helps people feel comfortable. By simply making new friends, your child can open themselves up to new opportunities, such as companionship,…

Communication is Key Even though your child has left the nest, you can still get a bird’s eye view of what’s going on in their life. Here are a few great ways for parents to keep the lines of communication open. STAY CONNECTED. Set times to connect via Skype or FaceTime when you’re both undistracted. Actually seeing if they are rested and happy can be more telling than what they say. PEER GROUP. Rather than suggesting to join groups on campus or attend school functions, ask your child what the students they live with are involved in. PAY A VISIT. Attend family weekends or on-campus events when invited and when possible. This can be challenging financially and may disrupt work schedules, but it’s an ideal opportunity for quality time together…

Susan S. Wilder, M.D. CEO & Founder of LifeScape Medical Associates & LifeScape Premier L et’s face it. For all its wonderful rewards, parenting can be soul-sucking. Not to mention caring for a home, attending to your spouse, job, pets, friends, school responsibilities, etc. It’s no wonder moms often find themselves emotionally and physically depleted. A burned-out mom is no good to anyone. As they say on the plane, “Put on your own oxygen first, before helping others.” Here’s a playbook for moms of preventive strategies to recharge and resuscitate their spirit: Define and uphold your limits. You don’t need to do everything right now. Pace yourself. This is important to model for your kids, too. Learn to say NO. Spreading yourself too thin is a lose-lose proposition for yourself…

Even at a very young age, I always knew I was made to perform. I grew up in a very small town in southeast Texas, and I sang my first solo in church when I was 7 years old. My dad stood on stage with me that day and sang with me in certain parts of the song. So I guess you could say it was a duet…you just don’t forget moments like that. My parents were always supportive of me performing and did everything they could to provide me opportunities. At 12, I auditioned for a local theater performance of “Oliver Twist” and landed the leading role as Oliver. Each night of the performance I would come out at the end to take a bow and I remember receiving…