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October 1, 2008
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Table of Contents
- Happy Birthday, Janet!
- Trick! The year is three-fourths over!
- Extended calendar year non-corporate income tax returns due October 15.
- Telephone seminar on foreclosures & short sales October 16.
- Michael Gray gives 2008 tax legislation update.
- Tokbox--the new fun web tool.
- Congress argues over tax legislation.
- California home mortgage relief conformity (sort of) is enacted.
- California budget includes tax provisions.
- No income tax deduction for interest paid on estate tax extension.
- Joint returns allowed for years before death of spouse.
- IRS issues guidance on bonus depreciation and expense election.
- IRS updates consent procedure for accounting method changes.
- Questions and Answers
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- Do you own real estate?
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Here is Janet Gray at a family birthday celebration with grandsons Panch (Kyan) and Clive Baker
Happy birthday, Janet!
Janet Gray will celebrate her 57th birthday on October 4.
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Trick! The year is three-fourths over!
Pumpkin patches are springing up, soon to become Christmas tree farms. Many people will be glad to see this year come to a close. Hope you have a Happy and Safe Halloween!
Also remember, as Robert Schuller says in his book title, "Tough times don't last, but tough people do."
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Extended calendar year non-corporate income tax returns are due October 15.
For calendar year individuals, partnerships, estates and trusts, this is the home stretch. If you need help with an extended income tax return, call Dawn Siemer weekday afternoons at 408-918-3162 and we'll try to squeeze you in.
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Telephone seminar on foreclosures & short sales October 16.
Michael Gray will be presenting a telephone seminar about foreclosures and short sales on Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. For more information, visit "Short Sales and Foreclosures with Michael Gray, CPA Teleconference."
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Michael Gray gives 2008 tax legislation update.
Michael Gray will be giving a webcast for CPELink on November 19. For details, go to this link: www.cpelink.com/product/detail.php?p=1057.
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Tokbox - the new fun web tool.
When I was 11 or 12 years old, we went to the Seattle World's Fair. One of the exhibits was a video telephone. Over 40 years later, video communications still aren't in wide use. Corporate video conferencing was expensive and complicated. Until now.
I am now sending video messages and doing video conferencing free on the internet using a new web-based service. You don't even have to load software on your computer, except to install a video cam, which you can get for $50 or less. My client, Brian Phillips, who works at TokBox, says the most popular application is grandparents visiting with their grandchildren.
Take a look for yourself at www.TokBox.com. It's fun!
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Congress argues over tax legislation.
Proposed tax legislation, including the extension of the AMT exclusion, tax relief for people with unpaid tax liabilities for back years relating to AMT for an incentive stock option exercise, and extension of the research credit is stalled in Congress. They were hoping to have it passed by September 30 so representatives could hit the campaign trail. The Senate and the House of Representatives disagree about whether there should be revenue raising provisions to offset tax breaks. There is also the distraction of the Wall Street bailout debate.
The legislation might not pass until early in 2009, which will make year-end tax planning more difficult.
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California home mortgage relief conformity (sort of) is enacted.
On September 25, Governor Schwartzenneger signed S.B. 1055, tax relief for Californians who have cancellation of debt income relating to a foreclosure or short sale of their principal residence. The California relief is scaled back significantly compared to federal legislation. Many people who escape federal tax will still owe a California tax. For details, see Michael Gray, CPA's Real Estate Tax Letter. You can see the current issue and subscribe at www.realestatetaxletter.com.
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California budget includes tax provisions.
The California state budget, signed by Governor Schwartzenegger on September 23, includes several provisions requiring the acceleration of tax payments. Here are a few highlights:
- Calendar-year LLCs must pay their 2008 fee on April 15, 2009 and estimated 2009 fee on June 15, 2009.
- The net operating loss (NOL) deduction is suspended for 2008 and 2009 except for certain small businesses. NOLs may be carried back for two years for losses generated in taxable years beginning on or after January 1, 2011.
- The first two calendar-year 2009 estimated tax payments for individuals and corporations will be increased to 30% each and the last two reduced to 20%.
- Individual taxpayers with income over $1 million may not use the 110% of last year's tax safe harbor for estimated tax payments for 2009.
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No income tax deduction for interest paid on estate tax extension.
An estate was illiquid and unable to pay the estate tax by the due date of the estate tax return, nine months after the decedent's death. The IRS granted an extension of time to pay the estate tax due to economic hardship. The estate sold some real estate and paid the tax plus interest. The estate claimed a tax deduction for the interest paid.
On examination, the IRS Chief Counsel said the interest for the extension period is not deductible on the income tax return for the estate, because it is personal interest, which isn't tax deductible.
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Joint returns allowed for years before death of spouse.
Donald Vidalier and his wife, Patsy, were behind with their income tax returns for 2000 through 2005. Patsy died in 2005 and Donald filed for bankruptcy in 2006. Donald filed his delinquent income tax returns for 2000 through 2005, claiming joint filing status. The IRS said he didn't qualify to file joint returns for 2000 through 2004, because they were years before Patsy's death that she needed to consent to. A bankruptcy court agreed with the IRS.
A U.S. District Court held against the IRS and in favor of Donald. Since no tax returns had previously been filed as married, filing separately and the taxpayers otherwise qualified, Donald could make the election as a surviving spouse.
(Vidalier v. U.S. Dept. of Treasury, No. Civ. 07-545 (W.D. La. 8/29/08)).
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IRS issues guidance on bonus depreciation and expense election.
The IRS has issued guidance about 50% bonus depreciation and the increased expense election under the Economic Stimulus Act of 2008. An important clarification is that the expense election can be made on an amended return. (Revenue Procedure 2008-54.)
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IRS updates consent procedure for accounting method changes.
From time to time, the IRS updates its procedures regarding giving automatic consent for accounting method changes. Automatic consent saves fees and time for taxpayers. New Revenue Procedure 2008-52 supercedes Revenue Procedure 2002-9. The new procedures are effective for applications to change accounting methods filed on or after August 18, 2008 for a year of change ending on or after December 31, 2007. The IRS has said in Announcement 2008-84 that taxpayers may continue to use the procedures of Revenue Procedure 2002-9 through September 15, 2008, which helped make filing extended calendar year corporate income tax returns easier.
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Questions and Answers
I established a Special Needs Trust for my parents and got a tax identification number for that trust. We are going to revoke that trust and establish another Special Needs Trust with new provisions, with the same trust name. Do I need to apply for a new identification number, or can I just report using the old one?
Since it's a new trust and you're not just amending the previous trust, you should get a new identification number. Your attorney should be providing guidance to you on this issue, and you should be working with a professional tax return preparer/advisor for tax compliance requirements. All Special Needs Trusts are not treated the same. (That's our business!)
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The confidential investigation concluded this week that statisticians at the lab had miscalculated the amount of plutonium at its facility and that none was actually missing. Although the finding eliminates the worst-case scenario — that the material left the facility and ended up in rogue hands — it raises doubts about the lab's management at a time of growing concern about nuclear terrorism. The inventory miscalculation follows more than a decade of security problems at the bomb design center, including several incidents of lost classified information contained on computers, electronic drives, and paper. An investigator for the watchdog group and a former security expert at the Energy Department said Los Alamos is overly confident about protecting plutonium. Officials at the local Energy office declined to comment.
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Visual C++ 2008 Express Contains the Win32 SDK
Unlike Visual C++ 2005 Express, Visual C++ 2008 Express ships with the Windows Platform SDK, also known as the Win32 SDK. Visual C++ 2008 Express's Win32 SDK support means you don't have to install the SDK separately, and you don't have to modify any files to get Win32 support.
If you're running Visual C++ 2008 Express, you can skip over the Installing the Windows Platform SDK, Updating the Visual C++ Properties File, and Updating the Application Wizard's Settings File sections in my instructions.
The Path to the Win32 SDK is Slightly Different
In the section Telling Visual C++ Where to Find Your SDL Headers and Libraries, I said the path to the Win32 SDK was the following path:
C:\Program Files\Microsoft Platform SDK
If you install Visual C++ 2008 Express, you'll find the Win32 SDK at the following path:
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Blake Hurst, Missouri Farm Bureau president, started the discussion, pointing out that repairs to levees are a priority, although there is an ongoing dispute about the use of flood recovery funds between maintenance and wildlife.
Chairman of Missouri Levee and Drainage District Association Tom Waters urged farmers to not get discouraged and consider all options before quitting production.
"I know when you walk out there and your land looks like the face of the moon, you wonder how you're ever going to get back in production," he said. "Keep your heads up, stick with it."
Pat Hufford, Natural Resources Conservation Services, explained that with 299,500 acres of northwest Missouri flooded in 2011, including 204,000 acres of cropland, certain flood recovery programs could be beneficial.
One is the Emergency Watershed Program (EWP), which offers federal funds for up to 75% of the cost of levee repairs, exigency and easement programs as long as they are necessary and economically, environmentally and technologically sensible.
Other programs include the Wetlands Reserve Program and Wetlands Reserve Enhancement Program, which help restore land with hydric soils, and the Environmental Quality Incentive Program, which provides allocations for farmers implementing new flood control practices.
Corey Lesher, Atchison County Executive Director of the Farm Service Agency, explained several programs, including the Emergency Conservation Program. The program provides funding for rehabilitating farmland. However, like other programs, the damage must be so severe it can't be fixed without assistance, and farmers can't start work before their application is approved.
Farm loan manager Bob Dreyer addressed available loans, which include guaranteed and direct operating loans for equipment, crops and livestock and farm ownership loans for real estate, as well as direct loans for emergencies, all of which are low-interest.
Jim Pierson, from the Missouri Department of Conservation, informed farmers on ways to salvage trees on their land. Trees that stand the best chance in wet areas include cottonwoods, swamp white oaks, and basswoods, Pierson said, noting that dead trees should be removed before they cause further damage.
Jud Kneuvean, Chief of Emergency Management branch of the Army Corps of Engineers in Kansas City, said "We have all of our initial damage assessments done," adding they are awaiting contract approvals for 32 levee systems. "We're advancing that pretty quickly."
Jay Waechter of the USDA's Risk Management Agency gave information on crop insurance for flooded farmlands. Prevented planting coverage, included with crop insurance, provides payments to farmers that can document why the acreage can't be planted, he said.
Wayne Flanary, University of Missouri Extension Agronomist, followed up by informing farmers of ways to restore their soil to productivity, which for many means dealing with sand. Those with a smaller amount of sand can till or plow the sand to mix it into the soil, while those with irrigation systems should utilize quick pivots to give crops adequate water, especially in the case of corn. However, larger amounts of sand can be costly to remove.
Charles Garst, who attended the meeting in Atchison County, knows this all too well. Farming land west of Watson, Garst is a fourth generation farmer in the Missouri River valley. Although he said he believes repairs are going well, he is still concerned with returning to farming. "Some of the long-term issues are pretty vague," he said. "I've got 340 acres of sand about five-foot deep."
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Try this easy 4-ingredient side dish when you need a quick veggie side. The flavors of fresh oregano and feta cheese pair well with the fresh asparagus.
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Bring 1 cup water to a boil in a large nonstick skillet; add asparagus. Cover, reduce heat, and simmer 4 to 5 minutes or until asparagus is crisp-tender. Drain well; place on a serving platter. Drizzle oil over asparagus. Sprinkle with oregano and salt; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese.
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Decorative ceramic tile is great to enhance the floor and even wall look. Because of its durability from the humidity, ceramic tile is fit to decorate bathroom or kitchen. Different with the mutual ceramic tile with simple design, decorative ceramic is available in various designs of pretty and colorful patterns. Then, if you decorate the interior with bohemian décor, this kind of ceramic tile is a perfect choice.
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You can make the bathroom look more fascinating by decorating the flooring with ceramic tiles in decorative design. You can choose the design based on the size, colors and patterns. The patterns are also available in various selections, from the simple like floral or curve, to the elaborate one like fantasy and mythological patterns. The decorative flooring can make you enjoy using the bathroom.
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Like the bathroom, kitchen also has more humidity than the other rooms. The part that mostly gets dump is around the kitchen sink and stoves. So, to prevent the wall from dirty spots, you can cover it with decorative ceramic. Besides the various patterns that are beautiful, some of them are made in 3d. So, it really can enhance your kitchen décor.
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Caitlyn Jenner Refusing To Watch Kardashian Family Interview On Megyn Kelly
While tons of fans will be glued to their TV's when the Kardashian family opens up to Megyn Kelly in a rare interview, one person who won't be tuning in is Caitlyn Jenner. HollywoodLife.com has the EXCLUSIVE scoop on why she's refusing to watch.
With all of the recent disses against each other, it's no surprise that Caitlyn Jenner, 67, has very little interest in watching Kris Jenner, 61, and her daughters, including Kylie and Kendall Jenner, dish the dirt on Megyn Kelly's new NBC show. "Caitlyn has no intentions on watching their interview with Megyn Kelly. She knows they aren't going to say nice things about her, so why subject herself to the insults," an insider tell HollywoodLife.com EXCLUSIVELY. So sad!
The Kardashian family will be featured on the very first episode of Megyn's show, and Caitlyn is already dreading the drama that will likely surround their candid interview. "She's hoping her daughters, Kendall and Kylie, were able to persuade their mother not to discuss Caitlyn in-depth," the source says. "Caitlyn thinks is awful that Kris is basically calling her a liar and possibly damaging her relationship with the girls."
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As HollywoodLife.com previously reported, things got heated on the April 28th airing of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, when Kim Kardashian slammed Caitlyn for attacking her mom in her new memoir The Secrets of My Life. The reality star told Ellen DeGeneres, she had no "respect" for Caitlyn after portraying her mom in such a negative light in the book. We can't imagine what Kim and the family will say about Caitlyn when they speak with Megyn!
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FRIENDLY'S RESTAURANTS plans to buy or lease three former D'Lites low- calorie, fast-food outlets in Daytona Beach that have gone out of business. The parent company, D'Lites of American Inc. in Atlanta, has filed for bankruptcy under Chapter XI after heavy losses last year. Friendly's plans to re-open the three restaurants by next summer.
The sites are located at 380 W. Granada Blvd., 1810 Volusia Ave., and 4743 N. Atlantic Ave. Friendly's, which opened its eighth restaurant in the state in DeLand this summer, plans to open 25 more restaurants in Florida by the end of 1987, a spokesman for the company said. Friendly's is based in Wilbraham, Mass., and has 780 restaurants across the country.


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If we(humans) did everything perfectly. Would we still make mistakes?
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In order to make this a worthwhile debate you must have the ability to assume or imagine that "A person is born perfect" although that's not possible but still what's the harm in analyzing another point of view?
For my first argument I will say that yes, a person will still make mistakes if he or she is born perfect.
If a human was born perfect, then who is perfect considered to? Considering we all see things differently, including good looks and the way people go about things, a perfect person would have to appeal to every human on earth. It may be safe to say that although someone would do something perfectly it still would make someone else unhappy. On top of that some others would not agree that the way they were to do something would be perfect for even perfect is not good enough for numerous amounts of the population.
Even is someone was born perfect, it would be their intentions and brain that would be perfect. The way someone uses this information and acts on it, may be less than perfect, because actions can always be misinterpreted.
I thank you for accepting my debate. However this is more of knowing other people's opinion and at the same time sharing my opinion. The reason to start this debate is not for Win or Loss but solely for my understanding and knowledge. So thank you Life Light for accepting this debate and helping me to clear my thoughts.
The definition of "PERFECT" is that everything you do or act, is well planned, well analyzed, and a complete knowledge of basically "Everything."
Now regarding your argument that a person cannot keep everyone happy. But that itself is not perfect and believe me or not I have a friend that is fun to have around, makes everyone laugh, blends in everywhere and eventually makes everyone happy. I have never seen him hurting anyone's feelings and I have known him for 13 years now. He is different.
So by perfect I say, he has all the talents in the world that we could possibly imagine. This would make him solve global crisis and what not. People would start seeing him as "A Perfect Human" or even "God" for that matter although he is human and that way he could appeal to every person on earth. Hence, making everyone happy and blessed.
He can use his talents and skills in solving advanced Astronomical issues, Economical issues (like recession), Quantum Mechanics discovery maybe leading to teleportation issue, Business issues and what not.
I believe that if a person never made any mistakes then that particular person should have the authority to rule the earth. Simply because his every decision will never hurt anyone. "Where there is a will, there is a way" So even with deadly global crisis, he will always find a way.
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What you say does makes sense A LOT.
But let's say if you know that you have never felt FAILURE before, then clearly you are perfect regardless of what you think of yourself.
But that doesn't mean that you become the context and perfect and mistakes become irrelevant?
But it does not answer my question as to would we still make mistakes?
What context do you refer to when u say "relative"?
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Good timekeeping, attendance and the ability to research and study independently.
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Both assessments cover all of the units listed above.
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This course leads directly onto the HNC (Higher National Certificate) in Construction.
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This course is ideally suited to someone who has a trade qualification eg Level 2 or 3 in Bricklaying who is looking to move onto the HNC as quickly as possible. Trade courses are typically assessed with multiple choice exams, with unlimited attempts. The HNC is an academic course which is assessed through assignments. This course will look at construction in general whilst providing you with the academic research and assignment writing skills necessary for the HNC.
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For the American Studies Association, it was a defining moment.
Last week, the 5,000-member national group — dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of American culture and history — turned its attention to the Middle East. Citing a list of complaints that included "the documented impact of the Israeli occupation on Palestinian scholars and students," a strong majority of the ASA voted to boycott Israel's academic institutions.
Since then, the reaction in academia has been swift — and very, very negative. On Thursday, Florida International University became the latest college to publicly oppose the ASA's action.
"You don't protest the lack of academic freedom for one group by taking it away from another group," FIU Provost Douglas Wartzok said. FIU on Thursday released a formal statement, authored by Wartzok and university President Mark Rosenberg, stating the boycott "would impose restrictions on the academic freedom of Israeli scholars and of scholars from FIU and elsewhere who interact with them."
University of Florida President J. Bernard Machen also blasted the boycott on Thursday, releasing a statement that "I believe the entire University of Florida community holds academic freedom to be a cherished principle that advances the interests of society."
Two days earlier, University of Miami President Donna Shalala released a statement that UM opposes academic boycotts "of any kind."
"We join with other higher education institutions in rejecting the actions of the American Studies Association as misguided, inappropriate, and hostile to the larger purposes of learning, academic freedom, and intellectual exchange— which are fundamental missions of American higher education," she wrote.
Nationally, the leaders of such prominent schools as Harvard, Yale and Boston University have all publicly condemned the ASA's boycott. Penn State University at Harrisburg and Brandeis University have gone so far as to withdraw their memberships from the ASA. Neither UM nor FIU appear to have institutional memberships with the group, so that action is not being contemplated at the two local schools.
ASA representatives could not immediately be reached for comment. The academic group has described its boycott as limited in nature: travel to Israel and typical academic exchanges would still be allowed, but the association will not attend conferences sponsored by Israeli universities, nor will it formally collaborate with schools in Israel.
In a lengthy explanation of the boycott posted on the ASA website, the association accuses Israeli universities of being "a party to state policies that violate human rights."
The ASA also notes "US military and other support for Israel" as part of the reason that the association chose to get involved. More than 1,200 ASA members voted on the boycott proposal, with about two-thirds endorsing the idea.
The ASA website also includes written pledges of support from distinguished professors who support the boycott. Among them: Eric Cheyfitz of Cornell University.
"I am a Jew with a daughter and three grandchildren who are citizens of Israel," Cheyfitz writes, describing himself as to opposed to "settler colonialism wherever it exists, including of course the Palestinian West Bank, Gaza, and East Jerusalem."
Other professors, in supporting the boycott, compare the treatment of Palestinians to oppressive U.S. policies in the Jim Crow-era South, or the former apartheid regimes of South Africa.
Another academic group, the Association for Asian American Studies, has adopted a similar Israel boycott.
But in an op-ed recently published in the Los Angeles Times, Wesleyan University President Michael Roth argued that a boycott is the wrong approach. Roth wrote that he, as a Jew, finds many policies by the current Israeli government to be "abhorrent." But Roth insisted boycotts don't help these debates, and he noted that the ASA has never taken a similar stance against any other country.
"Not in North Korea, not in Russia or Zimbabwe or China — one has to start with Israel," Roth wrote. "Really?"


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"Our goal with live music and the rodeo is to create an atmosphere that enhances the camping – or glamping – experience and the beautiful natural soundings," says Tom Hedges one of five partners involved in developing Conestoga Ranch.
GARDEN CITY, UTAH (PRWEB) June 16, 2015
Conestoga Ranch, a new glamping resort overlooking Bear Lake's turquoise-colored waters, presents a line up of high caliber performers to entertain guests, visitors and locals on Friday evenings throughout the summer. Performances are free and will be held fireside by the Main Lodge on Fridays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. for the enjoyment of Campfire Grill diners and live music enthusiasts. Guests are welcome to bring chairs and blankets and may purchase meals and refreshments from the Campfire Grill and General Store.
Conestoga Ranch will also be the home to Bear Lake Rodeo, which promises to be a lively spectacle for audiences of all ages on Saturday evenings, beginning July 4 at 7 p.m. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Ticket prices are $8 for adults; $5 for kids 12 and older; Under 3 is free. A mechanical bull will provide additional entertainment for those looking to test their skills.
"Our goal with live music and the rodeo is to create an atmosphere that enhances the camping – or glamping – experience and the beautiful natural soundings," says Tom Hedges one of five partners involved in developing Conestoga Ranch. "We are creating an authentic, casual gathering place for locals and visitors seeking family-friendly entertainment and dining in the Bear Lake area."
The concert season kicks off July 3 and 4 with Sammy Brue, a 14 year-old Folk/Americana sensation that Rolling Stone magazine hails as a "prodigy" and "best new youngster." The special July 4th engagement will take place 5 to 7 p.m. preceding the rodeo.
July 3 & 4 - Sammy Brue
14 year-old Folk/Americana musician
July 10 - Melody Pulsipher
Singer-songwriter with pop and country influences. 2015 Utah Best Of State Award for Individual Vocalist
July 17 - Kate MacCleod
A folksy vocalist, violinist and guitarist whose music bridges traditional and contemporary genres
July 24 - Shaney McCoy
Northern Utah-based singer-songwriter with original songs incorporating blues, folk, pop and gospel
July 31 - In Cahoots
Cowboy entertainment inspired by the Old West
Aug. 7 - Tom Bennett One Man Band
An authentic folk/blues one man band born and raised in North Georgia
Aug. 14 - Shane Osguthorpe
A range that includes covers of old-timey, early blues; vintage country; classic rock and folk; as well as original music
Aug. 21 - George Nelson
A songwriter and storyteller whose influences range from Woody Guthrie to Otis Redding
Aug. 28 - Mark Dee
Acoustic guitarist and vocalist from Northern Utah
Sept. 4 – SaddleStrings
Authentic country music from Hooper, Utah
Situated along the shores of Bear Lake's magnificent turquoise-blue waters just outside Garden City, Utah, Conestoga Ranch encompasses 18 acres and the ability to accommodate up to 160 guests. The glamping resort is designed to make camping easy, cozy and comfortable. For overnight accommodations, guests can choose from glamping tents, traditional tents and authentically styled conestoga wagons. Each is outfitted with soft beds and fresh linens, and glamping tents feature en suite bathrooms. Resort amenities include a game tent, Main Lodge with private spa-style bathrooms, the Campfire Grill restaurant and bar, shake shack, General Store, activities field and Wi-Fi. Paddleboards and other water recreation equipment are available for rent. For more info, visit http://www.conestogaranch.com.


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Great music, craft beer, and a variety of fantastic foods year round will fill your evening agenda or afternoon weekend schedule.
If the relaxed, sunny California lifestyle sounds good, then Carlsbad will surely appeal to you. Located in the heart of Southern California, Carlsbad is just 35 miles north of downtown San Diego and 50 miles south of Orange County.
Carlsbad covers 39 square miles with nearly 40 percent dedicated to open space including three lagoons, 46 miles of hiking trails and seven miles of Pacific Ocean coastline.
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- The city just installed hundreds of bike racks in our pedestrian-friendly downtown Carlsbad Village.
- The Carlsbad Music Festival and La Costa Film Festival are annual events in our growing Cultural Arts scene.
- The Carlsbad Marathon, Carlsbad Triathlon, and Carlsbad 5000 races are just a few of the city's world-renown active events.
- Our parks are world class. Check out our brand new park, Alga Norte.
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The Hornets opened their season up in Bakersfield with a majority of the freshman team performing in their first college meet.
Being an early season meet, many of the athletes were tasked with competing in events outside of their comfort zone so as to benefit their early season fitness.
Sprinter Makyi Mcintire ran the 400m in a very respectable 51.1 seconds, and came back in less than 25 minutes and ran the 100m in 11.17 seconds.
Will Mcteggart jumped 5.94m (19ft 4in) and ran the 100m.
The distance runners ran a combination of 800, 1500 and 3000 meters.
As the Hornets round into shape, many more of our athletes will be competing in upcoming competitions.
Up Next: Fullerton's full squad will be performing in two weeks against conference foes Santa Ana and Golden West Colleges on Friday,Febraury 23rd.


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'100 Faces, 100 Stories' will take you to the videos of a few people involved in this video / photography installation.
From April-September 2010, Magali Pettier and Alan Lyddiard undertook an artists residency at Crisis Skylight, Newcastle-upon-Tyne. Working with Crisis Skylight, The Medical Foundation for the Care of Victims of Torture and Tomorrow's People they created the project '100 Faces, 100 Stories'. The work was part of a video-installation at Crisis-Skylight, Newcastle in September 2010. Here are the people and their stories.
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President Obama continued to commute the sentences of U.S. prisoners at a record rate, adding 214 more names to a list that has grown to 562. That's more than the last nine presidents commuted in total. The number of commutations issued by Obama is already twice what it was in 2015, with five months remaining in the year — and in Obama's second term. 197 of the total so far have been granted to prisoners serving life sentences.
Deputy Attorney General Sally Q. Yates promised the President would use the remainder of his time in office to free more prisoners, especially those incarcerated under Nixon-era drug laws, many now repealed, which are recognized by critics as having a built-in bias against African Americans and other minorities. Yates said in a statement:
"Today's historic announcement is yet another step in the administration's efforts to restore proportionality to unnecessarily long drug sentences. In just the first eight months of 2016, the President has more than doubled the number of commutations granted in all of 2015. But we are not done yet, and we expect that many more men and women will be given a second chance through the Clemency Initiative."
BREAKING: @POTUS just commuted the sentences of 214 additional people, surpassing the past 9 presidents combined. pic.twitter.com/mpr78ANJvX
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Wooden Mallet's combination literature rack offers you a stylish option to display your literature along with your business card. Clear acrylic front panel allows your entire advertising message to show through. Elegant slanted back design looks great while keeping literature flat. Business card pocket allows for multi-use. This handsome display features furniture quality construction with 1/2-Inch solid oak sides and 3/4-Inch solid oak base.
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Laércio Rodolfo
Laércio "Easton" Rodolfo is a Brazilian Eliter who, together with Greg K., was one of the founding members of EliteBrasil back in 2001, before joining The Elite itself shortly thereafter. He was a particularly strong player at LTK difficulty, holding World Records there for some time and was also considered to be an excellent multiplayer competitor when not cheating. Tactics employed by Laércio to win include kicking the N64, turning it off if losing, ninja-unpausing the game if someone is taking a phonecall etc.
Laércio has been inactive since early 2007 and has since been studying in administration college. He is really into anime and has a closet full of mangas. Outside of Goldeneye and Perfect Dark Laércio's gaming accomplishments are considered to be limited. Despite owning 50 or so GameCube games, he beat only 2 or 3; the other Brazilian Eliters completing the rest in his collection.
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John Donne Quotes About SicknessQuotes about: Sickness
All mankind is one volume. When one man dies, a chapter is not torn out of the book, but translated into a better language. And every chapter must be translated. God employs several translators; some pieces are translated by age, some by sickness, some by war, some by justice. But God's hand shall bind up all our scattered leaves again for that library where every book shall live open to one another
We study health, and we deliberate upon our meats and drink and air and exercises, and we hew and we polish every stone that goes to that building; and so our health is a long and regular work. But in a minute a cannon batters all, overthrows all, demolishes all; a sickness unprevented for all our diligence, unsuspected for all our curiosity, nay, undeserved, if we consider only disorder, summons us, seizes us, possesses us, destroys us in an instant.
John Donne
- Born: January 22, 1572
- Died: March 31, 1631
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Kids & Families – Summer Reading Program Preview
Kids: One World, Many Stories | Teens: You are Here
Wednesday, June 1, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Join the staff as we preview our upcoming summer reading program. At sign-up each child/teen receives a book bag, pencil, bookmark, and reading log. Learn how to win fabulous prizes over the summer simply by reading! Kids and teens, sign-up early and get a head start on your summer reading!


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I am a Reiki Master with over 10 years experience.
Reiki is an ancient Japanese form of healing complimenting all forms of traditional medicine.
Reiki Sessions last up to one hour and involves lying fully clothed on the treatment couch while I work on your energy points. It is a non invasive treatment.
Reiki helps restore mental, physical and spiritual wellbeing.
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Reiki is effective in stress management and increases vitality and will leave you feeling relaxed and refreshed.
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"Follow Your Bliss: Road Trip into Mexico and Central America"
At the start of 2014, my wife, our dog and me hit the road full-time to explore Mexico and Central America.
This book describes our experiences traveling from the United States into Mexico, Belize, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Costa Rica and finally Panama, all the way south to the Panama Canal. We had a heck of a time!
The book includes:
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If you live outside of the United States, please check your country's Amazon store: the eBook is for sale around the world, including Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.de and Amazon.com.br
Read all reader reviews at the eBook's Amazon's review page.
"This book is a feast for the undecided traveler. It leads us on a journey to places unknown, with descriptions of sandy beaches, lush jungles, shimmering waterfalls and ancient ruins. You can read about tegogolos and if they are worth eating, an opinion on the best beer in Central America and the joys of discovering new foods and traditions. Jorn's journey from Mexico to Panama, and back again, is described with an authenticity that makes you yearn for your own adventure. As well as detailing the trip the book includes practical advice on how you too could make this type of adventure a reality. Tips on gear needed, border crossings/customs requirements and even budgeting make this an invaluable book for anyone with a yearning for the road. As an added bonus the book also contains many beautiful photographs that were taken along the way. The wonders of the natural and the man made have been captured in exquisite detail to compliment the text." - Rachel, San Francisco, California, U.S.A.
"I purchased this book and found it to be outstanding in detail and great photographs of the adventure they took into Central America. Jorn has included such fine detail of all the areas he visited....all I can say is WOW! Great book Jorn ... I will recommend it to all my friends." - Photographer Duane Starr, Calgary, Canada
"I had the privilege of spending time with Jorn while photographing, or more often waiting to photograph, grizzlies, wolves, and other critters in Alaska. His story of leaving his career and home to have more fulfilling adventures with his wife and dog was inspiring. Learning about his excursion south of the border was also quite interesting. Follow Your Bliss provides a excellent review of his journey and lessons learned along the way that should interest both travelers and those who dream of traveling.
Most of the book is in the form of a first person travel log through Mexico and Central America. Stops along the way include coordinates/distance, camping info, and first hand experiences with the local culture, cities, attractions, and nature. The narrative includes many tips ranging from useful to humorous (who knew apple juice fixed traffic tickets?). Both positives and negatives are included along with thoughts on when and how to visit regions and attractions. This provides a more interesting and personal look at traveling through the region than a typical guide.
There are also sections which provide useful information on vehicle and camper considerations, budgeting, traveling with pets, border crossing and permits, safety, photography, gear, and other concerns. One of the best aspects of the book is Jorn's philosophy on travel which is woven through the tips and travel narrative. He advises and demonstrates the advantages of taking the time to venture off the beaten path, avoiding typical tourist/traveler traps, and letting the land and people take you on unplanned adventures along the way.
If book's words weren't enough to convince you to pack up and travel then the plentiful photos might do the trick." - Photographer Kenneth Kearney, Bellingham, Washington, U.S.A.
"I've always been fascinated by those who have the courage to quit everything and follow their dreams. If you are like me and just feel that you can't, let yourself be guided by this wonderful journey and realize that you actually CAN! The well chosen words make you feel that you have been discovering the places with them, and the pictures are all worth to be framed (I actually did frame one for my living room!). What impressed me the most is the attention to details, and more importantly, the tips that you learn to prepare such a trip. All in one, it is a very educational and inspiring piece, a ticket to a travel through your imagination with the goal to incite you to just quit everything yourself and follow your bliss. I certainly now want to!!! Highly recommended!" - Vanessa, Austin, Texas, U.S.A.
"This book teaches us about our life priorities. We should always travel. This is all about life! Awesome!" - Lisandro, Salvador de Bahia, Brazil
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Our bright-colored RV fits right into the colorful surroundings. February 2014, Guanajuato, Mexico.
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Georgia has severed diplomatic relations with Tuvalu2012-02-17 14:24
Georgia has severed diplomatic relations with the island nation of Tuvalu, which had signed up to the number of states to recognize the independence of Abkhazia last year. Mikhail Saakashvili issued the relevant decree on February 16.gt-en-newsitem-inside
As reported by Regnum.ru, today, Georgia severed diplomatic relations with the island nation of Tuvalu, which had signed up to the number of states to recognize the independence of Russian-occupied Abkhazia last year.
The corresponding decree #113 of the President of Georgia was issued February 16, 2012. The text of the decree was published on the website of the Legislative Herald of Georgia. Presidential Decree reads as follows: To stop the action protocol "On the establishment of diplomatic and consular relations between Georgia and Tuvalu".
According to Rosbalt.ru, the severance of diplomatic relations followed the decision of the leadership of Tuvalu to recognize the independence of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Official Tbilisi considers these territories the territory of the Georgian republic under the "Russian occupation".
The island nation recognized Abkhazia and South Ossetia a few months ago. However, as the agency noted, the other day the Georgian Foreign Ministry has confirmed that this information is true (previously, the Foreign Ministry expressed its doubt that the recognition, reported by Russian media, actually took place).
Recall after the war in August 2008 Russia has unilaterally recognized the sovereignty of Abkhazia and South Ossetia. Following Russia, the independence of of Abkhazia and South Ossetia was recognized by Nicaragua, Venezuela, Nauru, Vanuatu and Tuvalu.
Diplomatic relations between Georgia and the state of Tuvalu were established on February 6, 2011.


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After the last Loch Long sailing of the season on Saturday 16 October, Friends of Blairmore Pier Trust Chairman, Captain Alistair McLundie, presented Waverley Purser Jim MacFadzean with an honorary Trust membership to mark his retirement. Jim, who leaves the Waverley after some 23 years, will be sadly missed by all the regulars. We wish him well.
Blairmore Pier presentation to retiring Waverley Purser
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These are some of the hidden histories that The History Troupe have developed into performances combining spoken word; music and images.
Sharp Street. This performance on a First World War theme combines a selection of Robert J Bell's Sharp Street poems with music and images from the era. It first night was held at Trinity Methodist Church on Newland Avenue in Hull. Close to 400 people attended. Since then, other performances have been held at Hull Truck; Holy Trinity, Hull; Toll Gavel Church, Beverley and the Hull Freedom Centre, Preston Road.
Staging: Four actors read and musicians perform throughout.
Duration: 90 minutes. No interval. A music hall piano plays for 30 minutes before the performance.
NOTE: November 2014 venues are being agreed. If you are interested – please contact.
Oppy Wood. Tommy returns from the First World War a changed man exploding like a bomb back home. Nothing can be the same again.
Staging: Four actors. This play was performed at Assemble Fest on 3rd May 2014.
Duration: 30 minutes. No interval. This is one in a series of Playlets designed for schools. The short performance is followed by a discussion.
Other plays are being developed:
– Remembering Zeppelins. In 1915, the Germans changed the rules of warfare with Zeppelin raids on Hull. For the first time civilian casualties were part of the action. Here, after the war, several people are rewarded for their gallantry during the raids.
– The Strange Death of Corsetry. The story of Madam Clapham, Fashion Designer for Royalty and how the First World War transforms the role of women in society and shakes her business to the core.
– Mina and Lotti. This is a story of two women meeting at Oppy Wood in 1927. Mina is from Hull and Lotti is from Bavaria. They become pen friends and stay in touch as the world changes around them.
Reaching for the Land of Green Ginger. Part 1 of the Migrants Tale trilogy. This performance explores the theme of migrants moving through Hull from Europe (1830 to 1914) in search of freedom and opportunity. Three actors are accompanied by various musicians covering a varied range of music from klezmer to Irish folk songs and even Sodade by Cesaria Evora. The first night was held at Fruit, Hull in June 2013 and played to a packed house. A second performance opened the Hull Freedom Festival (over 75,000 people were there for the weekend) at Holy Trinity Church as an evening sunset poured through the huge stained glass window above the performers. A special event. There is real interest in staging this in New York City and Scandinavia. Watch this space.
Staging: Four actors and various musicians.
Duration: 100 minutes
The Other. Part 3 of the Migrants Tale trilogy. This performance explores the contemporary migrant story with readings and music illustrative of this multi-layer story in modern day Britain. The inaugural performance was on Paragon Railway Station, Hull in June 2013. Over 100 people turned up and many more filed past to see what was going on! The acoustics were a real challenge but the location strikes a real chord as a place for exits and entrances.
Staging: Three or four readers and various musicians reflecting cultural diversity.
Duration: 60 minutes.
More to follow: Cargoes and, Aubrey Pocock's crawl around the iconic pubs of Hull.


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Prime Minister Hanna Suchocka said today that her Government would stand firm against striking coal miners and rail workers, and hinted that her Government was ready to import coal if necessary.
Miss Suchocka said in a meeting with foreign journalists that satisfying the wage demands would undo three years of progress in Poland's transition to capitalism. The country this year became the first among the former Communist nations to show growth in industrial production. "There will be no subsidies," Miss Suchocka said, adding:
"This Government has been open to talks and open to compromise, but there are limits to compromise, and that limit is in the first place the growth of inflation and the growing of money. We cannot allow a compromise to consist of losing control over inflation and opening a factory for printing money."Continue reading the main story


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In one of your recent lymphoma Q&A's you said that there is no evidence that acyclovir will help in treating Hodgkins Disease. I've recently read a study done at the University of Toronto (published this year) which found a significantly lower incidence of AIDS related lymphoma in those who had a year or more of prior treatment with acyclovir, versus those who had not taken acyclovir. I've also read that in organ transplant patients who are artificially immunosuppressed, acyclovir with interferon alpha is often used effectively to treat certain types of lymphoma. Since many reports are indicating that AIDS related lymphomas continue to occur at rather high rates despite HAART, I'm naturally interested in doing anything I can to improve my odds. I've been on HAART for over two years, CD4s around 240 (up from 50). At my CD4 nadir, I had severe outbreaks of genital herpes, and have a history of shingles six years before my AIDS diagnosis. I realize the verdict may not be in on the value of acyclovir, but if this drug is relatively non-toxic, is there any reason, in your opinion, why patients shouldn't avail themselves of its potential benefits as a lymphoma preventative, and to control a possible HIV co-factor? Thanks.
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You ask an excellent question. Most of what you say is precisely on target. The University of Toronto study (Clinical Infectious Diseases 2000;30:757) did indeed show that long-term administration of high-dose acyclovir may prevent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. I also agree with you that acyclovir is relatively non-toxic. HOWEVER, before you rush to your local pharmacy, you need to understand that this was a case-control and a historical cohort study. Such studies are NOT as statistically sound as a prospective, randomized study. Indeed it is not that uncommon that the results of preliminary studies are overturned by randomized studies. The best you can conclude from the Toronto study is that further study of acyclovir is needed. I personally would NOT recommend long terms acyclovir to you, nor do I recommend it for my HIV-infected patients.
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Annual Governance Statement of Adel Primary School Governing Body
July 2017
1. Overview
The Governing Body conducts its business to take account of the three roles of Governing Bodies as outlined in the Governors' Handbook:
The day-to-day management of the school is the responsibility of the Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team.
The Governing Body ensures that the school complies fully with statutory safeguarding procedures. All staff have signed a record to confirm they have read Part 1 of the DfE statutory guidance "Keeping Children Safe in Education". The Governing Body has familiarised itself with the document and worked with the Safeguarding lead in school to complete the annual safeguarding audit.
2. The composition of the Governing Body
There is currently 1 vacancy on the Governing Body.
In November 2016 we welcomed Hannah Shutt to the Governing Body as Staff Governor, replacing Susan Earley whose term of office ended.
Billy Flynn stepped down from his role of Chair of Governor's and from the Governing Body in July 2017. Debra Gardner was elected as the new Chair of Governors in July 2017.
Following an unopposed election in July 2017, we are pleased to welcome Rinkoo Pugal and Jyoti Mishra as our new Parent Governors.
3. Meetings of the Governing Body and Attendance
The full Governing Body meets 4 times a year and all meetings are clerked by a trained professional clerk.
There are three Governing Body Sub-Committees: Pupil Support, Resources and Teaching & Learning. These committees meet three times a year, and they have delegated authority to make decisions on behalf of the Governing Body and systematically monitor, evaluate and look at impact in their specific areas of responsibility. This is done through visits to school, information provided by the Headteacher and members of the Leadership Team and external sources such as the School Improvement Adviser and national data.
Governors have good attendance at meetings overall. Apologies for non-attendance are considered on an individual basis; Governors are aware through the code of conduct that non- attendance, which includes apologies not being accepted, will result in the removal of a Governor six months from the date of first non-attendance.
4. The remit of the Governing Body and its committees
The Governing Body and Senior Leadership Team complete a self-evaluation of the school in the summer months and this document takes into account:
• SATs results
• the school's internal monitoring of pupil progress and attainment
• changes to the assessment of pupils
• the curriculum
• previous Ofsted report
The self-evaluation then informed our School Development Plan, which identified the following areas for 2016/17:
SDP Priority 1: Effectiveness of Leadership and Management
1.1 To develop staffing structure and expertise
1.2 Stimulating learning environment
1.3 Governors
1.4 Partnerships
SDP Priority 2: Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare
SDP Priority 3: The Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment
Stimulating learning journey
SDP Priority 4: Outcomes for pupils
Effective responses to pupil data
5. The effectiveness and impact of the Governing Body 2016/2017
SDP Priority 1: Effectiveness of Leadership and Management
1.1 To develop staffing structure and expertise
Ongoing monitoring of the new Learning Mentor role.
Pupil Support committee has received feedback at each meeting. Governors fell that the role has been successful in support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health. Governors fully support the continuation of the role.
Governors to gain a greater understand of the monitoring role of middle leaders
Middle Leaders attended Teaching and Learning meeting. Governors were confident in middle leader's knowledge of the strength and areas of development of school.
1.2Stimulating learning environment
The Resource committee to identify, with the Headteacher, areas for improvement in the school building and grounds and support the implementation of the improvements through the management of the budget.
The Resources committee has monitored the works undertaken and the budget for these works. The Resources committee has monitored the impact of the changes to the building and ground.
1.3 Governors
Governing Body
To ensure all vacancies on the Governing Body were filled. When possible, Governors would be recruited on a skill, experience and knowledge basis to fill the gaps identified through the skills audit.
Due to changes in July 2017 the Governing Board currently has 3 vacancies. At the time of writing, 2 Parent Governors vacancies have been advertised in school and election results are pending. There is one vacancy for a LA Governor.
Governor Visits to School
The Governing Body has agreed a revised approach to visits during the school day, to ensure that Governors are observing practice in school and fulfilling their duty to gather their own evidence about how the school is performing, as well as their requirement to know the school well.
A visit record form has been agreed that Governors complete following each visit to document what they have seen and anything they need to report back to the full Governing Body. This document is circulated to the Headteacher and the full Governing Body.
Improve accessibility for parents to speak to Governors. Scheduled meet and greet coffee mornings have taken place once per term. Governors have attended PTA events.
Parents have been able to speak with Governors, developing relationships between the parents and Governing Body.
Governors to monitor the schools' SAT's procedures.
Governor attended a SAT's session ensuring that security of papers and correct procedures were adhered to.
1.4 Partnerships
Governors have attended a presentation on Academisation by Kathryn Wilkinson from the Governors Support Service. Governors have also attended a presentation by Richard Sherriff of the Red Kite Learning Trust.
The Governing Body have a greater understanding of the implications of the issues regarding Academy status.
SDP Priority 2: Personal Development, Behaviour and Welfare
Ongoing monitoring of the new Learning Mentor role.
Pupil Support committee has received feedback at each meeting. Governors fell that the role has been successful in support pupils with their social, emotional and mental health. Governors fully support the continuation of the role.
Governors to gain a greater awareness of the PSHE curriculum and monitor the implantation of a new scheme of work.
A working body of Governors and staff developed a whole school RSE policy, which outlines the whole school PSHE curriculum.
Governors to attend further training on SEMH matters.
Governors have attended FGM training and CSE training. Governors fed back to a FGB meeting so FBG understand that these areas have been considered within the PSHE curriculum.
Governors work in other areas to feed into the work for the Healthy School award status.
Governors have fed back their work and training. Governor attended the Healthy School assessment day and discussed with parents and the Healthy School assessment team how the school meets the areas of the award. Adel Primary was awarded Health School status.
SDP Priority 3: The Quality of Teaching, Learning and Assessment
3.1 Stimulating learning journey
Governor to monitor the internal data throughout the year to gain a clear view of the pupils at national expectation or working at greater depth.
Middle Leaders attended Teaching and Learning meeting. Governors were confident in middle leader's knowledge of the strength and areas of development of school.
SDP Priority 4: Outcomes for pupils
4.1 Effective responses to pupil data
Governors to develop a greater understanding of data and how to monitor the data to measure progress throughout the year.
The new data sheets present an overview of the key data collection points throughout the year. This has allowing Governors to monitor progress more effectively and ask further questions. A result of this was that Middle Leaders were invited to speak at a Teaching & Learning committee meeting, allowing the committee able to ask challenging questions regarding progress and the scheduling of data collection.
Other areas of action
To ensure that the school website meets statutory requirements and provides relevant information to parents about their child's school.
A rota for Governors to audit the website was circulated. The website is monitored more closely, with issues raised within the audit document. The audit document ensures that the website meets statutory requirements and provides relevant information for parents.
Out of School Club
Following the unexpected departure by the private out of school club provision, staff put temporary arrangements in place for the summer term 2016. Governors supported the school who developed its own permanent Out of School provision. This provision has now successfully completed its first full year.
Governors have received positive feedback from pupils and parents regarding the quality of the provision. Staff have also been positive about the changes at the provision. The Governing Body fully supports the school in continuing to offer the provision on a permanent basis.
OFSTED Inspection
During this academic year the school has received a visit from HM Inspectors of Schools (Ofsted). The one-day inspection resulted in continued grade of Good. A number of Governors were able to attend the meeting with the Inspector during the day.


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When it comes to machines, I can only talk about the experience I've had with the machines I've tried. I'd love to hear about the experiences you've had with your machines and what features are important for you when buying a machine.
I'd not hesitate to get another Toyota machine. At some stage in the future, I will like change it, probably for one with a wider throat for quilting. I'll definitely take the opportunity to go to a dealer where I can try out a machine first. It'll mean I'll at least get a feel of the machine before I decide to buy.
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There must be something in the air, or else it's the season for buying sewing machines. Over the last couple of weeks, there have been quite a few questions sent to me about what to look for in buying a new machine. I always find this a difficult one, different people just find different machines suit them better. I do know what I would never recommend.
Many think that a mini machine is a great way to start sewing, maybe it's a gift for a child and, while the intentions are good, it can be the one thing that would turn someone away from sewing for life! I've tried one of these machines and, if it had been the first time I'd sewn, it would have been the last. It's fiddly, it's difficult to see properly what you are doing and there is just no support for your hands or your fabric.
I started sewing on my mum's New Home machine and so did my son. It is well worth the time to show them how to use the machine safely and, under supervision, watch them as they make their first item. The bigger base gives all the support that is needed to allow small handles to work safely.
So, what kind of machine should you look for?
You need to know what you will be doing. If it's for embroidery, then that will take you down one route, if it's general sewing, you'll make a different decision. The man that serviced my machine had good advice, the simpler they are the better, there is less to go wrong. If you're starting out, you want your basic stitches and some control over stitch length. Looking at price, consider what else comes with your machine. The extra feet and accessories for an extra £20 is well worth paying. Some of these will cost that to buy individually later.
In one of my Facebook groups, when asked for recommendations, Janome were given a good review. As they took New Home machines, they have the reputation for being reliable. I love my Toyota and there is one feature I wouldn't be without. Come back tomorrow and I'll talk about the pros and cons of my machine.
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This is the last of this month's Ask Loopy session. The last question was: "If I want to start learning to sew what is the best and cheapest machine to look for. I am useless at sewing"
What machine would you recommend, or even, what would you avoid?
One type of machine I'd say avoid, is the tiny ones that cost about £20/30. They are a real pain to sew on and will put anyone off sewing for life.
I use a Toyota, it wasn't the cheapest, but it wasn't the most expensive. I did manage to get it in the sale. It's been a real workhorse and very reliable. The man that did the servicing said they were among the best made basic, modern machines. Others that have them have recommended them too. It's not computerised, so less to go wrong. My only gripe about it is that I can't regulate the width of the zig zag, although it's not been a problem.
I know Hobbycraft have a sale on their machines at the moment, but I've not used a Brother machine, so can't tell you what they are like.
It may be worth trying Freecycle/Freegle to see if anyone is looking to rehome a machine. You never know you, could find yourself a gem.
Jax O I have that one Jane, works like a trouper, always loved my toyota's
Helen V i use an old singer, yep its just about electric you can usually pick thee up quiet easy, ideal if your new to sewing does forward back and zig zag nothing else fancy i got my last one at a charity shop so worth looking around
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Clair I had a Husqvarna for over 20 years and it was brilliant
Susanne A I have a Toyota and my daughter a Brother Innovis and her overlock is a singer
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I got my wish. I got a snow day. The school cancelled classes last night around 8:00 p.m. We already had at least four inches by then.
I did get up and call work, just to make sure we had our snow day. Then I went back to bed until about 9:00. The snow made it too bright to sleep.
I went outside to clean off my car, and remembered why I hate snow. I had to shovel my sidewalk to get to my car.
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