Fun fact Friday! On this day in 1976 Bono, David Evans, his brother Dik and Adam Clayton respond to an advertisement on a bulletin board at Mount Temple posted by fellow student Larry Mullen Jr. to form a rock band, which would eventually become U2
Today is American Business Woman's Day and I can not think of a better way to celebrate than to give a shout out to a great business woman, Lisa Richter!
Lisa is President of Chiron Physical Therapy. She truly cares about the patients we see and is always looking for ways to improve our care and mission. Read more about Lisa here: https://chironptva.com/our-team/lisa-richter/
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Whether you are in graduate school, college, high school, middle school, or elementary school you have probably experienced online learning!
Well today is for you! Today is National Online Learning Day (who knew)!
Thank you to everyone who has ever planned or participated in a online lesson. To all the administrators, teachers, professors, parents and supporters who have helped with online school.... THANK-YOU!
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NATIONAL ONLINE LEARNING DAY
On September 15th, National Online Learning Day recognizes the advantages and vast potential of online learning. It also honors the accomplishments of online students everywhere.
Whether you’ve ever taken an online course, used educational resources at a traditional brick and mortar school, or taught them, this day is for you! The day showcases online learning helping people accomplish their goals and dreams. It helps check things off their bucket list!
Not only that, but online learning offers valuable resources to parents, too. The ability to check in with teachers and assist their child remotely heightens the educational experience.
Alexandra is excelling at school and her self-esteem is sky high. She believes in herself as a student and can be herself. We also love online learning for the rigorous curriculum and we know that Alexandra will be prepared for her future and career. ~ Emerald Zeitz – parent of an online student
Evolving online technology makes education more manageable and convenient. Every day, students earn high school diplomas, certificates, college degrees, and credits online. Online Learning Day brings national recognition to these students. And online schooling continues to grow and provide new resources and support to students.
The observance is about students learning, educators teaching, and family members supporting this type of education. With your selfies and other photos, the goal is to cultivate blended and online learning and recognize the student possibilities available with this type of education. Become part of the national online community on Online Learning Day! The power of technology has knocked down barriers and built bridges in education. With online learning, adult students can balance working with furthering their knowledge, and today’s youth can receive an individualized education and learning environment.
HOW TO OBSERVE #OnlineLearningDay
Show your support for online students everywhere by participating! If you’re an online student or educator, know that your academic achievements have made this celebration possible. On September 15th share what online learning has taught you.
To all the teachers, students and parents who are starting school today, you got this!! Have a super day! and thank you for all your hard work and dedication! You are all amazing!🥰
Happy Birthday Amber!! May your day be as special as you are!!
Its a beautiful fall day! Enjoy the beauty, take deep breaths and have fun!
Its national grouch day! Lets turn this day around and be anti - grouchy! Who is your favorite Sesame Street Character?
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Unity Day
Always be kind, you never know what someone else is experiencing! 🥰
We love being a part of the community and are so excited to support Lightridge High School!
Lightridge HS Athletic Booster Club
October 26 at 1:34 PM ·
Thanks @chironclinicsva for your support of Lightridge Athletics! @lightridge_lcps @lightridgeabc
Its National Pumpkin Day! Have you carved your jack-o-lantern yet? Post a picture, we would love to see them!
CHIRON Salutes Our Veterans
On this Veteran’s Day, the Chiron family pauses to thank all of the men and women who serve and have served our country.
It is because of the sacrifices you – and your families – make, we are all able to work, speak, worship and play as we desire.
Thank you for the freedoms your commitment provides all of us.
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We are truly blessed to do what we love and share our passion with you. We wish you, your family and friends a wonderful day filled with laughter, good food and an abundance of joy and gratitude.
Lightridge High School
December 10 at 3:27 PM ·
Light the Night!
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John Champe High School
December 8 at 12:57 PM ·
Champe family,
Attached is a tremendous opportunity for you, or at least your picture to be in the gym when you kids play. The cut outs will be placed in the bleachers and will be seen on our livestream feed
Link is provided in flyer – get your now. Pass on to family and friends
Go Knights!!
If the radar is to be believe – as if we didn’t need another “thing” to remember 2020 for – Loudoun County is about to experience its first snow of the season with the potential for the amount to exceed all of last year.
While the snow may bring activities we enjoy such as making snow angels, snowball fights and sledding, it can also lead to pulled muscles and injuries from falls. So with that, your Chiron family wanted to remind you / share some tips you have heard a thousand times but are essential to remember in the coming hours / days:
Snow Shoveling Tips:
• Stretch prior to going outside to warm and loosen muscles;
• Shovel early and often. Remember, each shovel full of packed wet snow can weigh close to 10 pounds;
• Push, lift and throw. Push the shovel to fill it. Lift with your legs and arms, keeping your back straight and then throw without twisting. Never throw the snow over your shoulder.
• Take a break every 10 minutes. Stand straight up and take a moment to stretch.
Tips to Reduce Risk of Falling:
• Avoid walking on snow banks because the snow may be softer than you expect and thus you will be unable to stand;
• Be mindful entering buildings as the floors are usually slippery from melted snow and ice;
• Be mindful of your surroundings while walking (black ice, regular ice);
• Engage in a regular exercise program to improve strength, balance and coordination.
Be safe … have fun … and know your Chiron family is always here for you.
If the radar is to be believe – as if we didn’t need another “thing” to remember 2020 for – Loudoun County is about to experience its first snow of the season with the potential for the amount to exceed all of last year.
While the snow may bring activities we enjoy such as making snow angels, snowball fights and sledding, it can also lead to pulled muscles and injuries from falls. So with that, your Chiron family wanted to remind you / share some tips you have heard a thousand times but are essential to remember in the coming hours / days:
Snow Shoveling Tips:
• Stretch prior to going outside to warm and loosen muscles;
• Shovel early and often. Remember, each shovel full of packed wet snow can weigh close to 10 pounds;
• Push, lift and throw. Push the shovel to fill it. Lift with your legs and arms, keeping your back straight and then throw without twisting. Never throw the snow over your shoulder.
• Take a break every 10 minutes. Stand straight up and take a moment to stretch.
Tips to Reduce Risk of Falling:
• Avoid walking on snow banks because the snow may be softer than you expect and thus you will be unable to stand;
• Be mindful entering buildings as the floors are usually slippery from melted snow and ice;
• Be mindful of your surroundings while walking (black ice, regular ice);
• Engage in a regular exercise program to improve strength, balance and coordination.
Be safe … have fun … and know your Chiron family is always here for you.
John Champe High School
December 15 at 7:07 AM ·
Champe Athletic Newsletter!
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Merry Christmas
Happy Hanukkah
Happy Kwanzaa
Happy Winter Solstice
Happy Las Posadas
Happy Diwali
and why not
HAPPY EVERYTHING!
Your Chiron Family is full of joy and gratitude as we celebrate the Holidays this year. Once again YOU have a made a difference in our lives this year and we are so humbled you allow us to walk with you and be part of your lives.
We wish you a Merry and Happy EVERYTHING this season. May your homes be filled with joy, peace, laughter and an abundance of blessings.
“a thankful heart is not only the greatest virtue
but the parent of all the other virtues”
Cicero
As we come to the end of a year that has been a grab bag of obstacles, a year where we faced unexpected and unprecedented challenges, it is easy to succumb to fear and focus on the negativity of what occurred. But as we say good bye to 2020, we are choosing to pause and focus on the good we witnessed. Daily, we saw / heard stories of:
STRENGTH, PERSEVERANCE, COURAGE and LOVE that inspired and touched us
KINDNESS, GENEROSITY and the VERY BEST of HUMANITY as we checked in on neighbors and helped those who were struggling
LAUGHTER that filled kitchens and playrooms as recipe and dance experiments were attempted, yielding a variety of results but created lasting memories
2020 reminded us of what and who is important in our lives. It reminded us that good still wins and blessings still abound. And it reminded us to cherish moments and be grateful for the simple things that touch our lives.
Today, we encourage you to continue to choose gratitude and infuse the light of hope into the lives of your families, friends, neighbors and strangers around you.
Today we encourage you to boldly, bravely chart a new course forward into 2021.
And today, we wish you a year filled with health, beautiful sunrises that remind you of the promises of the new day and a million moments that touch your soul and warm your heart.
Saturday was World Introvert Day and it got us thinking … are you an Introvert or an Extrovert?
And how would you identify each member of your Chiron Family … Amber? Rich? Adam? Lindsay? Meredith? John? Lisa?
Let us know what you think … and we’ll let you know later this week how we “self-identify.”
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Congratulations Lightridge basketball!
Lightridge High School is in Aldie, Virginia.
January 18 at 2:34 PM · Aldie, VA ·
#Lightridgefirsts Varsity @LightridgeBBall with first win and home win 51-36.⚡️🌩⚡️@AnnounceLHS @Lightridge_LCPS
Today is national Plan For Vacation Day! While travel may look a little different this year, or your might be uncertain if you are even going to venture out, today reminds us that it is ok to dream about that special place! Where would you go if you could go anywhere?
Young athletes sometimes face injuries that seem unexplainable because they don’t result from physical contact. Actually, these sorts of injuries are perfectly explainable: As puberty takes effect and their bodies begin to mature, their bones grow. In an effort to keep up with this rate of growth, their muscles are pulled and strained, putting them at greater risk for injury when competing. In today’s message, we’ll take a closer look at what happens during this process and what we, as parents and professionals, need to be aware of. To learn more, watch our latest video.
We hope everyone is enjoying the SNOW!! We are open today, February 2, if there is anything you need!
Today is National Pizza Day! What are your favorite toppings? What would you never eat on pizza? Do you like thick crust or thin? These are important questions today!
With so many people working and schooling from home, good posture while sitting at your desk is important. Watch this video for some tips to avoid "Tech Neck."
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Due to more ice and snow expected into mid morning, Chiron will be closed on Friday, Feb 19.
We will be open our regular hours on Saturday, Feb 20th
Here We Go Again …
Wasn’t it just a few short weeks ago when we were talking about what great winter we were having.
Weather was behaving … wasn’t too cold. And then it all changed and the past few weeks have been crazy.
At least we can look forward to this time next week when it is expected to be sunny and 55.
For today … for the safety of you, your family and our family, Chiron will be closed.
Stay safe .. stay warm.
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Have a great first week back!
Freedom High School PTSA
March 2 at 11:16 AM ·
We are SO EXCITED to welcome our teachers and staff back to school! 👏🛍🎉
Thanks to your generous donations via our Amazon Wishlist, the PTSA was able to provide a Welcome Back Treat Bag for all our teachers. Freedom teachers and staff members also had much fun playing “intercom trivia” to win the gift cards that you all donated. THANK YOU!!
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Sleep. Quality sleep. We all crave it. We all know the restorative qualities sleep offers. Yet sleep is the one activity on our crazy, filled “to-do” list which is most often neglected. This weekend we all “lose an hour” with the setting ahead of the clocks and with that your Chiron Physical Therapy family wanted to remind you of the importance of sleep and provide strategies to improve your overall health.
HOW MUCH SLEEP DO YOU REALLY NEED?
There is no set number, no “one size fits all” number to success but the prevailing thought is most adults need seven to nine hours a night. Some manage fine with six to seven hours. But how much do YOU need? Two key indicators of good sleep are:
• your willingness to get out of bed (do you wake up alert and refreshed) and
• your overall energy level (are you irritable, sleepy or tired) during the day.
TOP 3 REASONS SLEEP is IMPORTANT
1. Mood
Lack of sleep (long- or short-term) may result in symptoms like irritability, impatience, inability to concentrate, and moodiness. In some cases, anxiety and depression may also result.
2. Cardiovascular health
Serious sleep disorders like insomnia and sleep apnea have been linked to high blood pressure, increased stress hormone levels, cardiac arrhythmias, and increased inflammation. Studies have shown that the risk of heart attacks increases when you consistently sleep less than five hours per night.
3. Immunity/risk of disease
Scientists have found that sleep deprivation alters immune function. If you don't get enough sleep, you may find yourself falling sick more often.
STRATEGIES to IMPROVE SLEEP
• Perform gentle, restorative stretching and controlled breathing exercises before bed.
o Your Chiron Family can design a stretching program for you
• Dim the lights in your bedroom before bedtime. Dimming the lights enables the body to begin to relax by “triggering” the body to wind down.
• Turn the temperature down. Your body needs to cool to a certain temperature to reach a sound state of sleep so cooler bedroom temperatures are recommended.
Your Chiron Physical Therapy family cares about all aspects of your health and wellness. Sleep is the foundation for recovery from injury and/or the exercise routines you enjoy. When you get enough sleep your body functions better making you stronger physically and mentally so … get some sleep this weekend.
Spring has arrived and with it brings promises of new life and new hope. Flowers will bloom. Gardeners will plant their seeds. Temperatures will rise. Days will be longer and the earth just seems to come to life again.
Your Chiron family hopes the coming season is filled with hope, renewal and moments that warm your soul.