28 • The Beacon August 3 , 2023
MWCD scholarship applications are due Aug . 30
The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District announced its inaugural Law Enforcement Scholarship Program offered through Buckeye Career Center . This program is designed to recognize and support individuals pursuing a career in law enforcement , fostering the development of the next generation of public safety leaders .
The Law Enforcement Scholarship Program aims to address the need for professionals in law enforcement by providing financial assistance to deserving students .
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The Law Enforcement Scholarship Program aims to address the need for professionals in law enforcement by providing financial assistance to deserving students .
Through this initiative MWCD seeks to contribute to the advancement of public safety practices and ensure communities continue to be protected .
Scholarship details
The MWCD is partnering with the Buckeye Career Center Friends of Adult Education Foundation to financially assist adult students in Buckeye Career Center ’ s Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy .
Eligible candidates must meet the following criteria :
— Application to Buckeye Career Center ’ s fulltime OPOTA program and enrollment requirements .
— Register with Buckeye Career Center Student Services .
— Scholarship funds shall be used for tuition and / or fees for the OPOTA at Buckeye Career Center , up to and including the full cost of the program .
— Recipients must exhaust other sources of scholarships or grants before being eligible to receive funds from the MWCD Law Enforcement Scholarship .
Applications for the scholarship must be submitted by Aug . 30 .
“ We are delighted to launch the Law Enforcement Scholarship Program , as it aligns perfectly with our mission to promote excellence in law enforcement and foster stronger community ties ,” said Craig Butler , MWCD executive director . “ By investing in the education of promising students , we hope to encourage their pursuit of a rewarding career in law enforcement and contribute to a safer and more secure society for all .”
Once students complete their required OPOTA training , they are eligible to pursue a career in law enforcement , which includes the possibility of becoming a MWCD ranger .
MWCD rangers ensure the safety of over 5 million visitors who choose MWCD ’ s parks , marinas , lakes and campgrounds as their recreation destination each year . Rangers also oversee the safety of MWCD ’ s 1,204 cottage sites .
For more information about the MWCD Law Enforcement Scholarship Program and how to apply , visit www . mwcd . org / LEScholarship or call or email Megan Zimmerman at Buckeye Career Center at 330-308-5720 or mzimmerman @ buckeyecareercenter . org .
Set kids up for success by packing lunches with a purpose
It is that time of year again to think about packing school lunches . The best lunch for school-age kids is not the hot one , the low-fat one or the most expensive . The best lunch is the one that will be eaten .
There are many suggestions to ensure the consumption of a school lunch . The first thing to remember is the child who packs their own lunch is learning responsibility , independence and organization . Empower the kids to pack their own lunch . They are more likely to eat food they packed themselves .
Go to the grocery store together to purchase items that need to be included in a daily lunchbox . Make space in the refrigerator or pantry for items that are for lunches only . Speaking of lunchboxes , buy one they are proud to own .
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Have the correct type and size of containers available . A reusable ice pack avoids lukewarm lunch rejection . Utensils and storage dishes that are reusable reduce waste .
Set your kiddos up for success by teaching them how to proportion food into individual servings . Clean and cut vegetables and fruit in advance . Freeze servings of leftovers that can thaw and be eaten cold at lunchtime .
Keep a list of potential lunch items updated weekly . This list will help the kids to remember what to pack . Include one serving of a protein food : a sandwich with sliced meat , chicken or cheese ; hard cooked eggs ; peanut or other nut butter ; or hummus , bean salad , a burrito or tofu , to suggest a few options .
Pack at least one fruit or vegetable that has been washed , rinsed , peeled and cut for quick and easy eating during a limited period . Expecting a 7-year-old to peel and section an orange at school during lunch is
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Pretzels , pasta , bread , crackers , chips or a granola bar add needed energy in the form of carbohydrates . These are easy sources of concentration power for young brains . Cookies and snack cakes are great treats to add .
Start by making time to prepare lunches and show your student how to make a sandwich , fill small containers and create a balanced meal . Have the child consider how much he needs to eat so he can begin to understand serving sizes . Parents may need to help with this process for a while until it becomes routine .
Encourage fun by designating a weekly theme or a Wacky Wednesday . Let your child pack only things that are green or pink or even a leftover from their favorite meal or restaurant such as cold pizza . Encourage your kiddo to write a note to themselves or draw a picture on a napkin . Challenge them to pack something new each week .
The key is not only to reduce time , energy and cost of home-packed lunches , but also to encourage the consumption of healthy nutrition during the lunch period . The best lunch is the one eaten .
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