What Time Should Your Kids Go To Bed?

Sleep has been proven to be vital in helping kids succeed in school. Getting enough sleep is important for health, focus, and energy. 

Doctors recommend that children ages 3 to 6 need about 10-12 hours of sleep each night. And 7 to 12 year olds do best with 10-11 hours. Why? Not getting enough shut-eye can lead to weight gain, as well as taking a toll on their physical, emotional, and social health. 

Use this handy chart to help you decide what time your child should be going to bed to get the ideal amount of sleep. Obviously, some kids may need more or less sleep-this chart is meant as a guide using the recommended sleep amounts by age. 


                       

                                                                                                                           Source: Wilson Elementary School.

For more information about sleep visit: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/sleep/Pages/default.aspx

Dental Health Survey for Third Grade

MBS has been selected to participate in the 2016-17 Keep Smiling Vermont Dental Health Survey!

This program is a collaboration of the Vermont Department of Health and the Vermont Agency of Education to assesses the dental health of children in Vermont.

All 3rd grade students at MBS are offered a free dental screening as part of the survey. Families are encouraged to participate, even if they have a family dentist. A questionnaire and opt-out form are being sent home this week, as well as a FAQ sheet about the survey. Please complete the form and return to school-or you can fill out the form online at: http://survey.healthvermont.gov/s3/Smile

How does the survey work? A dental hygienist will look at your child's teeth using a disposable mirror and a new pair of gloves for each child. The screening takes about 1 minute, and the child can stop the screening at any time. No sharp instruments will be used, no dental treatments will be provided, and no x-rays will be taken. Each student who participates will receive a dental goody bag and the results of the screening. This screening does not take the place of a regular dental check-up by your dentist.

If you have questions about the Dental Health Survey program, please contact Robin Miller, Oral Health Director at (802) 863-7272 or robin.n.miller@vermont.gov.