Neighborhood Links:
Here is a list of links for Springfield Missouri's Grant Beach
Neighborhood resources. If you think of any that we missed please
email us.
If your pet is ever missing you can see photos of the animals
at the Animal Shelter of Springfield, Missouri:
http://www.ci.springfield.mo.us/health/database/animalcontrol/index.jsp
Sharing & Caring Meeting for the Greene/Christian Network of Families 4
Families
Our Mission is to assist the families of children and youth with serious emotional disorders (SED)
to thrive. we meet and share experiences and information and show care and
support. We instruct parents in how to deal with problems and where to go for
help if they need it. We currently have 3 Networks in operation in SW Missouri:
Barry/Lawrence, Greene/Christian, and Stone/Taney. We hope to have the new
state-wide parent support organization up and running by the end of this year.
For more information, contact me at 862-9679 (leave a message if no answer) or
contact me by email at families4families.greene@gmail.com or visit our website at
www.families4families.org .
Love to All,
Kathy Lutz, Families4Families, Greene/Christian Network Co-Coordinator
Want to go to the Movies?
See what is playing and where and what time
http://cityguide.ozarksgateway.com/fe/Movies/search.asp
www.bridgesforyouth.net This gives info on the various Bridges for
Youth programs in Springfield. We have a Bridges for Youth Center
over on W. Nichols in the GBNA area. Several children in the neighborhood
attend and absolutely love it. The parents seem very enthused as well. So
we are HAPPY to add them to out important link list. THANK YOU for
submitting this link
Heart of the Westside Neighborhood Association:
www.neighborhoodlink.com/spfield/hwsna/
PRIMETIME:
http://www.ymcaspringfield.org/Programs/Childcare/primetime.htm
Cook's Kettle
www.victorytradeschool.org/cooks_kettle.asp
City Job
Openings
Partners In Education
City Utilities
City of Springfield:
www.ci.springfield.mo.us/
Legal Services of Southern Missouri
Headquarters
2872 S. Meadowbrook
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 881-0533
Fax: (417) 881-2159
Toll Free: (800) 444-4863
Website: lsmo.org
Legal Services of Southern Missouri may be
able to help if you:
Need to go to court, or to talk with a lawyer.
Have problems with your housing or landlord.
Are troubled by domestic violence.
Need help with public assistance, health care, nursing home care, or Medicaid
issues.
Have concerns or questions regarding disability or guardianship issues.
Are facing bankruptcy or consumer rights issues.
Greene County Park Board:
www.parkboard.org
It's All Downtown:
www.itsalldowntown.com
Midtown Neighborhood Association:
www.midtown-springfield-mo.com/
Springfield Police Department:
www.ci.springfield.mo.us/spd/index.html
Springfield Public School:
www.spstoday.com & www.sps.k12.mo.us/
Central High School:
www.sps.k12.mo.us/chs
Pipkin Middle School:
www.sps.k12.mo.us/pipkin
Weaver Elementary School:
www.sps.k12.mo.us/weaver
Urban Neighborhoods Alliance:
www.unaonline.org
Welcome to Springfield:
www.springfield.missouri.org
Angel Food Ministries: www.angelfoodministries.com
Council of Churches:
www.ccozarks.org/
Crosslines:
www.crosslines.org
Missouri State Website:
www.state.mo.us/
OACAC: www.oacac-caa.org/
The Kitchen:
www.thekitcheninc.org/
Victory Mission:
www.victorymission.com/
Missouri State Highway Patrol (maintains state-wide Sex Offenders Registry):
All County Sheriffs report sexual offenders to the Missouri State Highway
Patrol.
http://www.mshp.dps.missouri.gov/MSHPWeb/PatrolDivisions/CRID/SOR/SORPage.html
Burrell Behavioral Health:
Offers treatment, crisis helpline.
http://www.coxhealth.com/services/BehavioralHealth/default.htm
Lakeland Regional Hospital:
Offers treatment, crisis helpline.
http://www.lakelandregional.com/
NAMI of Southwest Missouri (National Alliance of Mentall Ill):
Offers support groups, info, crisis helpline.
http://www.namiswmo.com/
MO-SPAN (Missouri Statewide Parent Advisory Network):
Offers support/advice for families of children with mental health problems.
http://www.mo-span.org/index.html
Springfield-Greene County History Museum
"This site has images, links to images, maps, links to maps, online
essays, and links to publications dealing with the history of Springfield,
Greene County, the Ozarks, and Missouri." You can use this site for almost
everything needed to find answers about Springfield history. http://springfieldhistorymuseum.org/home.htm
Richard's Journal
"Items from the notebook of a former Springfield, MO reporter and history
buff." You can use this site to find information about Springfield Nostalgia,
Local History and Famous Springfield People.
http://www.richgros.com/
Founder's Park of Springfield
"Springfield's Founders Park Project is a local example of art, history,
education and public participation -- all evolving in a public space.
Historically significant because of its location near the spring that gave
Springfield its origin, this Park will exemplify the artistic integration of
multiple professional disciplines, each of which is an individual expression to
create a sense of community." http://www.ci.springfield.mo.us/founders/index.html
Springfield-Greene County History
This local history website written and maintained by the SMSU History
Department is a wealth of information about Missouri and Springfield's history.
It contains Maps, Photos, Stories, Bird's Eye View, Portraits and more!!!
http://history.smsu.edu/FTMiller/LocalHistory/spfd-grco.htm
Missouri Department of Conservation
Information about fishing, hunting & trapping, nature, forestry, and the
Conservationist Magazine.
http://www.mdc.missouri.gov/
Jan's Illustrated Computer Literacy 101
"The lessons in this Computer Basics section
explain a lot of the techno-babble that you hear about computers. The goal is to
learn enough that you can follow along as computer technology becomes more and
more important in our world. Computer Basics does not
require you to touch a computer, except to read the lessons. Other sections will
guide you in actually using a computer, starting with working with Windows."
http://www.jegsworks.com/Lessons/lessonintro.htm
Kids Links
Dickerson Park Zoo
http://www.dickersonparkzoo.org/ Take a walk on the wild side
at our hometown zoo! It is home to more than 400 animals representing 130
species.
Discovery Center of Springfield
"This website contains information about all of the
programs and services the Discovery Center of Springfield has to offer. Check it
often to find out about our latest events, exhibits, and opportunities!"
http://www.discoverycenter.org
Wilson's Creek National
Battlefield
Come and enjoy the only Civil War battlefield in our back yard! The site
includes a brief discussion about events leading to the battle, and its effects
on Missouri's involvement in the Civil War, information on upcoming special
events and some photos of past events. You will also find a tour of the
battlefield and map.
http://www.nps.gov/wicr/vcenter.html
Math Goodies
"Math Goodies is a free math help site featuring interactive lessons,
puzzles and worksheets. We have provided
free homework help since 1999!
Math Goodies has over 400 pages of activities for students, educators and
parents. Our award-winning site has been
reviewed on television and
radio, and in major newspapers."
http://www.mathgoodies.com/
Environmental Kids Club
"Welcome to the Kids Club -- U.S. EPA's Web Site for kids. Get ready to
explore your environment and learn about neat things you can do to protect it.
There are games, pictures, and stories and other fun things."
http://www.epa.gov/kids/
Missouri Families Learning Adventures
http://missourifamilies.org/learnadventure.htm University
Outreach and Extension Center provides links to Museums, History, Science,
Events, Libraries and Natural Wonders. ENJOY!
Missouri Governor's Mansion
http://www.missourimansion.org/
Kids can visit the mansion and learn about its' history and take
an online tour plus see photographs taken during the holidays.
National Library of Virtual Manipulatives
This site offers math interactive activities for Pre-K through Grade 12
including Numbers & Operations, Algebra, Geometry, Measurement, Data Analysis &
Probability.
http://matti.usu.edu/nlvm/nav/index.html
S.P.S. Library Media Online Resources
This page allows you to access different online sources to use to
research different topics of interest.
http://sps.k12.mo.us/ims/online.html
Springfield, Missouri
"And the City of Springfield hasn't left kids out! In the
Kids
section, find different ways to learn about city government and have some fun
doing it. Check out other web sites like the Springfield Public Schools, McGruff
the Crime Dog, and the new Skatepark."
http://www.ci.springfield.mo.us/
MDC Kids
Offered by the Missouri Department of Conservation. "Take a look at what
the redesigned MDC Kids! section has to offer. You can look over the events
section and find out what is going on in your area, play the leaf invaders game,
check out Missouri frogs, toads, snakes, go fishing or visit the No MOre Trash!
Web site for information on how you can help clean up our state! And don't
forget to check out the most recent issue of Outside In from the Missouri
Conservationist."
http://www.mdc.missouri.gov/kids/
Everyday Mysteries from the Library of Congress
"Did you ever wonder why a camel has a
hump? If you can really tell the weather by listening to the chirp of a cricket?
Or why our joints make popping sounds? Everyday
Mysteries will help you get the answers to these and many other
of life's most interesting questions through scientific inquiry. In addition, we
will introduce you to the Library of Congress' rich collections in science and
technology."
http://www.loc.gov/rr/scitech/mysteries/
Smithsonian Education
This is the central education website for the Smithsonian Institute.
Students and families can find information and resources on art, science &
nature, history & culture, people & places. Educators can find lesson plans or a
free e-newsletter. Enjoy!
http://www.smithsonianeducation.org/
Millsberry
"Millsberry is a fun virtual city for you to explore. You create a
citizen of the city and discover Millsberry through his eyes. You'll need to
make sure he takes care of himself, so you'll need to get food (from the
shopping area) and make sure he exercises (by playing games), but you'll also
get to go on adventures, solve mysteries and have all kinds of fun while
visiting Millsberry!" Being a citizen of Millsberry is absolutely free, all you
need to set up an account is a username, password and an email address for your
confirmation.
http://www.millsberry.com/index.phtml
Environmental Education for Kids!
"Welcome to "EEK!" - brought to you by the
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. This electronic magazine
is for kids in grades 4-8. Surf around and learn more about the great outdoors."
http://www.dnr.wi.gov/org/caer/ce/eek/index.htm
The Missouri Heritage Project
This site invites students and teachers to explore the excitement and
drama of Missouri History. It offers videos, lesson plans, information about
famous Missourians and more. Sponsored by the Missouri Departments of Education
and Natural Resources and the state Historical Society. "Come along as we take
you and your students on the following great adventures!"
http://dese.mo.gov/moheritage/
Ask Jeeves Kids
A Kid's friendly site where you can ask a question and Jeeves looks for
an answer. He also has Study Tool books such as Astronomy, Math, World Atlas and
more for you to use plus Games & Fun and News Resources!!!
http://www.ajkids.com/
Kids Domain - Safe Surfing Guide
Here are some helpful tips and guidelines for parents and kids to keep in
mind when using the Internet.
http://www.kidsdomain.com/features/safesurf/
FunBrain
Play to learn! You can now play FunBrain games. There is a parent and a
teacher resource section as well.
http://www.funbrain.com/kidscenter.html
Cyberkids
http://www.cyberkids.com/
View original creative works by kids ages 7 - 12, plus use the
learning center, play games, read stories and use the Launch pad. It contains
links that are understandable as well as interesting to school kids.
Dare for Kids
http://www.dare.com This site has great
KIDS pages to explore with your children. There are color pages, create a
poster, test your memory and lots more! Plus good information for the whole
family.
Scholastic News
America's leading news source for kids!!!
http://www.scholasticnews.com
Education Planet
Information is provided for virtually every school subject,, and visitors
can use the search engine to find educational sites related to their topic of
interest.
http://www.educationplanet.com
Yahooligans!
"The Web Site for Kids! A Kids directory of the web which has been
carefully checked by an experienced educator to ensure the content and links are
appropriate for kids aged 7-12. There is also a download section and an online
games section to be used at parent's discretion."
http://www.yahooligans.com
The Yuckiest Site
"Calling Kids of All Ages - Do you want to know more about your body?
Check this site out. There is a ton of information, cool science experiments,
yucky body facts, and also information about worms and bugs."
http://www.yucky.kids.discovery.com
Traded Links:
Traded links will be posted here IF they are neighborhood / family oriented
links such as:
www.BillyBear4Kids.com
www.ZooFun4u.com
www.tinytotbooks.com
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