Drug-Free Committment Contract

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Parents please share with your kids and communicate about drug use.  It's never to early! Download printable contract - click here CONTRACT DRUG-FREE COMMITMENT TO YOU, COMMITMENT TO ME WHEREAS, mind-altering drugs and alcohol distract from productive activities, may become addictive, impair a user's ability to think and act in a responsible manner and; WHEREAS, it is

Lock Your Meds! Pledge to Prevent Children’s Prescription Drug Abuse:

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Pledge to Prevent Children's Prescription Drug Abuse: 1.  As parents, we will talk to our children about the dangers of taking medications without a prescription. 2.  We will set clear rules for our children about not sharing medicine and using medication only as prescribed. 3.  We will secure our medicine to prevent our

Drop Zone Kids – more than just childcare!

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Check out the events Drop Zone Kids has going on for fun for your kids!  Try them for a drop in childcare experience, or arrange for a birthday party there, or just attend one of their events! DISCOUNT! Use your SandhillsKids Discount Card and receive 50 cents off first hour for

Aberdeen Bead Company Calendar Online!

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You can bookmark this page: https://www.sandhillskids.com/2010/06/aberdeen-bead-company/ to view all their events now from SandhillsKids.com! Remember to use your SandhillsKids Discount Card for specials.  It's so fun there for kids and adults alike!

Twenty-Two Students Inducted to O’Neal’s Jr. Beta

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The O’Neal School P.O. Box 290 Southern Pines, NC  28388-0290 Contact:          Kathy Taylor, Director of Communications Phone:             (910) 692-6920 ext. 129 Email:             ktaylor@onealschool.org Twenty-Two Students Inducted to O’Neal’s Jr. Beta Southern Pines – An outstanding twenty-two O’Neal seventh and eighth grade students were inducted into the Junior Beta Club. During the ceremony, candles were lit representing the

Congrats to the winners of the drawing!

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Last weekend at the Christmas in the Pines event to support Toys for Tots, SandhillsKids helped contribute $200 for Toys for Tots and also met a lot of new families in the area.  It was a great event and we hope to see many more of them. At the event, which

Buttermilk Waffles

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From Contributor: Chef Anita V. Fairchild Moore Delights Personal Chef Services Certified and Insured Helping families with what is for Dinner Dilema Catering small events such as parties and weddings Meal preparation in your home,variety of healthy menus Assisting families with child obesity The tips for today are  Buttermilk  Waffles Note: while the waffles can be eaten as soon

Why our sponsors and advertisers love SandhillsKids!

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"Camps are full except for two spots. A lot of it thanks to your site.  Thanks!" Charlaine Hirst, Chippers Golf Camps for Kids in Pinehurst "A  Mom relocating to Southern Pines from California found my information on SandhillsKids.com from Google!  She called and signed up for art classes for her daughter so they

Satanic teenage ritual hurts Raeford dog

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Press Release from Animal Advocates of Moore County. This one year old Border Collie has been named MERCY by Animal Advocates and that is what she needs…MERCY. A  woman carried this bleeding dog into the Raeford Animal Health Clinic with a horrible story to tell. Someone came into her yard and

Prescription Drug Abuse Awareness Campaign – Resource List

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This document contains information to assist community anti-drug abuse organizations in helping to educate others about resources available to address various aspects of prescription drug abuse. Tips for Parents The Partnership for a Drug Free America is a non profit organization that unites parents, scientists and communications professionals to help

Urban Farm Tour – Sustainable Sandhills NC

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On Saturday, April 10th urban farmers across Cumberland and Moore Counties will open their homes and gardens in order to show us how they weave elements of rural life into their town and suburban lifestyles. Visitors will see urban homeowners, much like themselves, demonstrating a passion for a wide variety

LPGA USGA GIRLS Golf Club of Pinehurst/Sandhills

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The LPGA USGA GIRLS Golf Club of Pinehurst/Sandhills is taking registrations for 2010 for all girls ages 7-17. Longleaf CC. 10 North Knoll Rd. Southern Pines, NC 910-692-6100 Come Join the Fun on Mondays at 3:30-4:30 PM. Additional Advanced classes during daylight savings time 4:30-5:30.PM Experience is not required, and a one time registration

New Feature! Submit your pictures and events to SandhillsKids.com

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When you are out and taking pictures of fun events, such as Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, family events and more, and you submit them to the newspaper, now you can submit them easily to SandhillsKids.com!  Simply go to this page https://sandhillskids.com/parent-resources/share-pictures-events/ and upload up to 3 pictures along with a

Donate to Red Cross for Haiti

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Tuesday January 12 a disaster struck the capital of Haiti and surrounding areas where 2 million people live. Red Cross staff on the ground report collapsing buildings and aftershocks that have forced terrified people into the streets. The people of Haiti need our help. Immediately The American Red Cross pledged $200,000

Haiti Relief Donations via Mobile Texting

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Donations to the Haiti relief effort may also be made to the American Red Cross by using mobile texting. Donors may text “HAITI” to “90999” and a donation of $10 will be given to the Red Cross to help with relief efforts. This is being offered through Mobile Accord and

Lisa Scott named principal of Westmoore Elementary School

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Lisa Scott was named principal of Westmoore Elementary School by the Moore County Board of Education in their Nov. 9 meeting. Scott will assume her new position effective Jan. 1. Scott is a 1996 graduate of St. Andrews Presbyterian College where she earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education.

Moore County students named AP Scholars

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One hundred two Moore County Schools’ students have been recognized in the AP Scholar program, three of whom have received the highest designation as National Scholars. “This is a great honor for these students and a tribute to their hard work and dedication,” said Superintendent Dr. Susan Purser. “Some of

Cleaveland steps down as North Moore head coach

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North Moore High School head football coach Butch Cleaveland has announced his resignation as the Mustangs’ head coach. In a letter to Athletic Director Bob Collins and Principal Scott Absher, Cleaveland said he was stepping down to spend more time with his family. Cleaveland served as assistant coach for two years and

Powers Pediatric Dentistry Moore County NC

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www.brushingbirdie.com 110 Fox Hollow Court Pinehurst, NC 28374 Tel: 910-687-4456 Fax: 910-695-8673 email: info@brushingbirdie.com Welcome to our Pediatric Dentistry practice in Moore County, North Carolina. We specialize in the dental treatment of infants, children, adolescents, and children with special needs. Our top priority is caring for your child's oral health through education, prevention, positive motivation and quality

Outstanding Math Teacher Named

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Carthage Elementary School fifth grade teacher Summer Thomas has been selected as the Outstanding Elementary School Mathematics Teacher for 2009 for Moore County by the North Carolina Council of Teacher of Mathematics (NCCTM). She will receive statewide recognition at the 2009 NCCTM Conference in Greensboro, as well as receive

Groundbreaking for New Elementary School

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Groundbreaking for the new West Pine Elementary School was held last week with local government officials, school personnel, parents and other community members in attendance. The groundbreaking ceremony for the new Area IIII elementary school was held June 4 at 10 a.m. at 272 Archie Road, West End, directly behind

Mothers of Preschoolers

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Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) Website: sandhillsmops.com Sandhills MOPS, a charter of MOPS International, exists to meet the needs of every mom in the North Carolina Sandhills area. MOPS is a place to meet new friends and develop deep, meaningful relationships while learning about something interesting and discussing real-life needs and issues with

Mothers of Moore (MOM)

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Mothers of Moore (MOM) Website: http://www.meetup.com/Mothers-of-Moore/ Email: mothersofmoore@gmail.com MOM is an independent local group for expectant moms or moms with children ages birth through five. MOM offers playgroups by age, parties, outings and monthly meetings.

The O’Neal School

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The O’Neal School 3300 Airport Rd. Southern Pines, NC 28387 Tel: (910) 692-6920 Website: onealschool.org Grades Pre-K3–12 The O'Neal School is a regionally accredited independent day school educating students PreK3-12 in the Sandhills for over 50 years. A college preparatory school, O'Neal is dedicated to the development of the academic excellence, strength of character, and physical

Cypress Bend Vineyard

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Cypress Bend Vineyard Wagram, NC A visit to the farm isn’t just for kids. The Cypress Bend Vineyard produces a variety of muscadine wines from their own grapes. Visitors can enjoy sampling at the wine bar, strolling through the vineyards, relaxing by the river, or taking in the view from the