Kidco Express

The KIDCO Express was designed to communicate
with Parents about the upcoming activities we have
planned at KIDCO and is updated on a Monthly basis.
The KIDCO Express is available in English and in Spanish.
Parents like to know what their kids do during the
day. This is our opportunity to list and describe the
different activities we provide.

Announcements
April 2
♦ GOOD FRIDAY – ALL CENTERS CLOSED.April 5
♦ Head Start Teacher Planning Day.April 6
Head Start classes begin.

March 1
♦ Head Start Teacher Planning Day.

March 2
♦ 10:00am to 12:00pm - Gym Classes at KIDCO I & III.

March 10
♦ 4:00pm - Parent Committee Meeting at KIDCO III.

March 11
♦ 4:00pm – Parent Committee Meeting at KIDCO I and KIDCO II.

March 12
♦ 3:00pm – Parent Committee Meeting at KIDCO IV.

March 14
♦ Daylight saving time begins.

March 15
♦ 10:00am to 12:00pm - Gym Classes at KIDCO ll.

March 16
♦ 4:00 pm- Transitioning Workshop at KIDCO ll & lll

March 17
♦ St. Patrick’s Day – Wear something green.
♦ 300pm to 5:00pm - Health Workshop at KIDCO III - for all centers.
♦ 4:00pm – Policy Committee Meeting at KIDCO Central.

March 22
♦10:00am to 12:00pm - Gym Classes at KIDCO I & IV.

March 25
♦10:00am - Egg Hunter – All Centers.
♦ 3:30pm - Nutritional Training for all parents at
KIDCO III .

March 26
♦ 9:00am - Field Day at Amelia Earhart Park – All Centers.

March 28
♦ Spring begins.

March 29 to April 2
♦ Head Start /EHS Spring Recess.

March 31
♦ EHS begins classes.

Unsalted Popcorn

♦ 3 cups popped fat free unsalted popcorn
♦ 1 tablespoon sliced almonds
♦ 2 tablespoons raisins or other dried fruit
(Cranberries, apricots or dates)
♦ 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
♦ 1 teaspoon sugar

In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients,
toss well, Enjoy!

H1N1 (Swine) Flu & Young Children

The 2009 H1N1 influenza is a new virus. It was called Swine flu because the genes in the virus are similar to some virus found in pigs. This virus is not spread by pigs or pork. H1N1 flu is very contagious and spread through coughing or sneezing. It can if virus droplets are on door knob or toy an adult or child touches these and then touches their eyes or mouth. Young children are at the highest risk for complications from H1N1 just like they are from seasonal influenza.

Symptoms
H1N1 flu virus symptoms include fever, cough, sore throat, stuffy or runny nose, chills, head and body aches, and fatigue. Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea. Illness with the virus ranges from mild to severe.
Most people recover without needing medical treatment; but hospitalization and deaths from the H1N1 virus have taken place.

Prevention
The H1N1 vaccine is available for everyone. The center for Disease control & prevention (CDC) recommends that young children, caregivers and parents receive the vaccine.
Hand washing helps prevent H1N1 and other communicable diseases. Children should wash their hands often using soap and water for 15-20 seconds.

Encourage children to avoid touching their eyes, nose or mouth. Germs spread this way.

If your child is sick, do not send them to childcare or school. If you or your child has H1N1, there are antiviral medications that can be prescribed by your doctor. The CDC recommends staying home for at least 24 hours after the fever is gone.
For more information on H1N1, visit www.cdc.h1n1 or call
1-800-232-4636.

MARCH BIRTHDAYS

Chrystine Casamor	March 2
Maria Navarro	March 4
Rafael Hernández	March 5
Heather Hernández	March 8
Doris Cardona	March 11
Marta Correa	March 17
Ana Vega	March 18
Josefa Vega	March 19
Maria Vega	March 19
Rosa Casamor	March 21
Thomasina Newberry	March 29