Sea Oaks’ Community Cookbook sales benefit Dasie Hope Center

Fertilizer restrictions to go into effect next month

A reminder from the Indian River Neighborhood Association to residents of Indian River County, City of Vero Beach, Sebastian and Orchid. We are coming into our rainy season when more nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorous are likely to be washed from our lawns, driveways and roads into the storm water system and, ultimately, into our local waterways such as the Indian River Lagoon. The fertilizer ordinances passed by our communities goes into effect June 1st. It prohibits the use of lawn fertilizer between June 1st and September 30th. No fertilizer containing Phosphorous is to be used anytime. All fertilizers must contain at least 50% slow release Nitrogen. Finally, no fertilizer is to be applied within 10 feet of any ...

Student Health – Flu

The Swine Flu (H1N1 virus) isn't the only bug out there attacking immune systems. The regular seasonal flu is still a contender. Read on for a Q & A from the Indian River County School District. Click the link for the district's .pdf: Flu guide for parents

Attendance

Attendance/social work staff responds to attendance and truancy referrals following school district policies, procedures and established law. Reasons for attendance and truancy issues are assessed and a plan of action is developed to improve attendance. This process includes home visits, conferencing with family and teachers, and participation in the school Student Support Team. Referrals and networking with community agencies are also conducted to identify prevention and remedial interventions for students. Staff assists with expulsion reviews, truancy court proceedings and analyzing enrollment and attendance data. Attendance: (772) 564-3145 On the Web: http://www.indianriverschools.org/SiteDirectory/StudentServices/Attendance/Pages/default.aspx