Page 7 - Talk of Tequesta - August '21

The Talk Of Tequesta, Page 7

sports aLL about Kids

Jupiter Senior Softball News Three Ways To

Me m be rs of t he Start School
Jupiter Senior Softball
Association (JSSA)
paid tribute in an Strong
Independence D ay
holiday observance to By Jim Forgan, Ph.D.,School Psychologist
the men and women of
the armed forces who Most kids start school
died in defense of their with the intention of
country. having a great year
More than 50 senior but sometimes their
softball players gathered intentions don’t match
around the American flag their actions and
for the pregame ceremony kids start to struggle.
at Jupiter Community Some kids struggle
Park to hear remarks academically while
by Everett Barber who others have social
praised the flag as “a Everett Barber, left, leads senior softball players in singing the National Anthem. struggles. Either way,
symbol of freedom that these struggles can
men and women of the armed forces have fought for, added: “Playing with leave your child feeling frustrated, developing a
and many have died for, to keep us a free nation.” Barber guys older than me negative school attitude, and interfering with your
called out for recognition all veterans and first responders really inspires me.” child’s performance.
in the audience who were applauded by the crowd. As an example, he First, get to know your child’s teacher(s). This is
The ceremony concluded with a sing-along of the cited a 75-year-old especially important if your child has an IEP or 504
National Anthem. Then it was “play ball” as players took teammate whose Plan because you want the teacher to know how to best
to the fields for pickup games. The year-round slow-pitch play “is awesome help your child. All parents should consider writing
softball program, which is open to persons 55 and older, to see.” The senior the teacher(s) a short letter explaining your child’s
gained 51 new players last year despite a six-month softball games are strengths and needs. I was a classroom teacher and
suspension because of the coronavirus pandemic. Total every Monday, when I received a letter it helped me understand and
membership as of mid-July was 221. We dne sda y a nd support the child faster. I knew if a child was a worrier,
More players are needed however, to fill pickup teams Friday morning at had math struggles, a history of bullying, as well as
the remainder of the year and team rosters in the 2022 Jupiter Community kids’ strengths.
Winter League that opens next January and runs through Park beginning Second, build your child’s mindset that he or she
March, said JSSA President Tom Cosentino. And players at 8:30 a.m. can do hard things with effort. Teach your child to have
of all skill levels are welcome. However, because grit, which is sticking with a task until completion.
New players recently include Tim Brown, 63, who of renovation of (Angela Duckworth has a great TED Talk on grit.)
retired after a 42-year career as a lineman/cable splicer Jupiter’s softball Notice the small things that your child did that took
for Florida Power and Light Co., and firefighter Chris fields games were effort. If it took effort for your child to pick up
Okolichany, 60, who retired in May after 28½ years with shifted to PGA New Jupiter Senior Softball players pinecones in the yard before it is mowed, comment
Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Department as a driver National Park July Tim Brown 63, left, and Chris on how he stuck with a task that was boring and took
operator. Both men are neighbors in Palm Beach Country 1 9. Ga m e s a r e Okolichany, 60 effort. Ask him what he was saying to himself as he
Estates. anticipated to return worked. Did he say, “This sucks” or “I can do it and
Brown, who has played ball many years in adult leagues to Jupiter Aug. 23. I’m helping out.” Hopefully the latter and then say,
and on FPL teams, said he couldn’t wait to join the senior To register online or for more information go to www. “Can you tell yourself that when you have a hard task
softball program. “I retired April 30 and was playing ball leaguelineup.com/jssa or call Tom Cosentino at (412) in school?”
the next week. It’s a fantastic sport.” And he said he’s lost 721-0173. Third, create routines and seek proactive support.
13 pounds since he started. Kids perform best when they have a predictable daily
Okolichany, a lifelong sports enthusiast, said playing routine that includes being organized. Establish a
senior softball keeps him active and in shape, and homework schedule, have a consistent place for the
backpack, use technology to set getting ready in the
morning reminders. Having routines reduces stress and
saves time. Finally, when you see your child struggle,
contact a tutor, counselor, or skills coach such as those
at Beyond Booksmart.com.
We can help you help find out why your child
struggles. Call (561) 625-4125 or visit JimForgan.com.

Southern Exposure Technologies
Computer Install/Setup/Repair
(561) 315-0144
getsetgo.annie@gmail.com
* DSL, Broadband,Wireless Install
* Networking, Troubleshooting
* Instruction
* Hardware/Software Installation
* Virus/Spyware/Adware Fix
* Cleanup/Maintenance/Backup
* Business Consult/Startup/Move
* Website Design/Maintenance
Call S.E.T. to install your “new computer, printer
and wireless network”!
GET S.E.T. GO!
REASONABLE HOURLY, WEEKLY, MONTHLY RATES
FOR SMALL BUSINESSES FOR AS LOW AS $50.00 AN HOUR,
WITH A MINIMUM OF 6 HOURS A MONTH,
OR 2 HOURS A WEEK, OR ON AN AS-NEEDED
BASIS RATE OF $75.00 P/HOUR.
START YOUR NEW YEAR WITH SECURE BACKUPS,
QUALITY MAINTENANCE, ATTENTION TO DETAIL AND
PERSONABLE ON-SITE SUPPORT!
(561) 315-0144
CALL S.E.T. TODAY FOR YOUR COMPUTER NEEDS!