LAKE COUNTY
Lake County Office of Education champions Children's dental health with the Children's Oral Health Project.
In celebration of National Children's Dental Health Month, the Lake County Office of Education (LCOE) proudly announces its ongoing commitment to promoting good oral health habits through the Children's Oral Health Project.
February is National Children's Dental Health Month. This year's theme is "Healthy Habits for Healthy Smiles." This is a month-long observance that unites dental professionals, healthcare providers, oral health champions, and advocates in a collective effort to underscore the importance of good oral health and prevention for children and adults alike.
The Oral Health Project initiative is part of the Healthy Start program, which has been dedicated to the well-being of Lake County students for 18 years.
This initiative encompasses dental screenings, oral health education for students and their parents, referrals for dental treatment, as well as support in transportation and obtaining dental insurance.
During the 2022-2023 school year, the Healthy Start program reached 22 Lake County schools, conducting 2,764 dental screenings for Preschool-12th grade students. This underscores the program's dedication to proactively addressing the oral health needs of the community's youth.
"The future health and education of our families depend significantly on instilling and reinforcing positive dental habits early in life," said Brock Falkenberg, Lake County Superintendent of Schools.
The LCOE Healthy Start program collaborates with esteemed partners, including Lakeview Health Clinic, Adventist Clearlake, Lake County Health Services, and Glowing Smiles Dental Hygiene practice, to implement the Children's Oral Health Project.
"Oral health is the gateway to overall health. A healthy smile is key to a happy and healthy life. I love what Healthy Start is doing to boost the well-being and confidence of our county's young people," Lake County Board of Education President Melissa Kinsel said.
For more information about the Children's Oral Health Project and the LCOE Healthy Start program, visit lakecoe.org/HealthyStart.
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MIDDLETOWN
Middletown Luncheon Club Feb. 21
Since California's primary election is so early this year (March 5), we postponed our annual January State of the County address in favor of a well-attended and interesting Candidate's Forum for the five District 1 Supervisor candidates.*
So, NOW...
Join us for lunch (for only $5) or come just to listen (free) to District 1 Supervisor Moke Simon report on what our Board of Supervisors accomplished in 2023 and what is ahead in 2024. This popular luncheon always sells out. Reservations for lunch or listening are required and are taken on a first-come, first-served basis! Call the Senior Center at 987-3113 to make your reservation at any time of the day or night.
Lunch will be served by the Senior Center on Wednesday, February 21, at noon, at the Middletown Senior Center, 21256 Washington Street. The program will end by 1:00p. For only $5 per person, enjoy Pork Chili Verde, Rice and Beans, Jell-O, fruit, and dessert. All ages are welcome!
* Be sure to vote on March 5 (or before then by using your Mail-in Ballot)!
If you missed the Middletown Luncheon Club District 1 Candidate Forum here are links to a forum held at the Middletown Area Town Hall (MATH) and a forum held at the Clearlake City Council:
Lake County District 1 Candidate Forum Jan. 11, 2024 on youtube.com:
https://www.youtube.com/live/L7eaYGzVTe8?si=2ywjTH-4y9NHoet7
Middletown Luncheon Club programs occur 11 months of the year (no meetings in December) and always take place on the third Wednesday of the month. You might want to add a repeating date to your calendar along with the Senior Center phone number, 987-3113 -- just in case you don't see the monthly email reminder. Please tell your friends about the MLC. They can send us an email to join our email list and stay informed.
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