** Monday, September 6, 6pm: No School (Labor Day)
** Tuesday, September 7: Discovery Link Care Begins
** Thursday, September 9: Restaurant Night (Oblios)
** Monday, September 13, 5pm: Back to School Night
** Friday, September 17, 1pm: Early Release
** Monday, September 27: No School
** Tuesday, September 28: Restaurant Night (Crock Spot)
** Friday, October 1, 1pm: Early Release
** Wednesday, October 6, 6pm: PTA Meeting
** October 15-18: No School (Fall Break)
** Wednesday, October 27: Picture Day
** Friday, October 29, 1pm: Early Release
(The Stedman Calendar can always be viewed HERE)
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Note From Principal Atkins
Families,
We continue to have a great time as the students get more settled into their routines for the year. We've seen a lot of smiles and learning so far!
Please make sure you have our Back to School Night on the calendar (September 13) as we look forward to that time together as a community. Our teachers are still setting up their weekly communication systems, thank you for your patience as this gets up and running. They also look forward to sharing more with you for Back to School Night!
As a reminder, masks must be worn by all students and staff in the building. Please remember to send your child with a mask (and an extra if possible). In addition, all students with symptoms of illness are asked to stay home until they are symptom-free (without medication) for 24 hours.
This week's newsletter is packed with information and resources, so please be sure to continue to read all the way through.
I hope you have wonderful three day weekend, we'll see everyone on Tuesday!
Sincerely,
Michael Atkins
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Nota del Sr. Atkins
Familias
Seguimos pasándolo muy bien a medida que los estudiantes se acomodan más en sus rutinas del año. ¡Hemos visto muchas sonrisas y aprendizaje hasta ahora!
Por favor asegúrese de tener nuestra Noche de Regreso a Clases en el calendario (13 de septiembre) ya que esperamos ese tiempo juntos como comunidad. Nuestros maestros todavía están configurando sus sistemas de comunicación semanal, gracias por su paciencia mientras esto se pone en marcha. ¡También esperan poder compartir más con ustedes durante la Noche de Regreso a Clases!
Como recordatorio, todos los estudiantes y el personal del edificio deben usar máscaras. Recuerde enviar a su hijo con una máscara (y una extra si es posible). Además, a todos los estudiantes con síntomas de enfermedad se les pide que se queden en casa hasta que estén libres de síntomas (sin medicación) durante 24 horas.
Espero que tengan un maravilloso fin de semana de tres días, ¡nos veremos a todos el martes!
Atentamente,
Michael Atkins
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News from the Stedman PATH
Starting this week, we'll be sharing a fun, community-focused video with students to serve as a replacement for assemblies for the time being. We'll be celebrating students and our school values, as well as highlighting upcoming events and student work. We started these weekly videos with a brief intro video today, please enjoy!
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A partir de esta semana, compartiremos un video divertido y enfocado en la comunidad con los estudiantes para que sirva como reemplazo de las asambleas por el momento. Celebraremos a los estudiantes y nuestros valores escolares, así como también destacaremos los próximos eventos y el trabajo de los estudiantes. Hoy comenzamos estos videos semanales con un breve video de introducción, ¡disfrútelo!
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Discovery Link!
Discovery Link (before/after school childcare) officially begins on Tuesday! We are excited about this new partnership and hope it provides a great service to the families in need of this support. See below for the Welcome Letter that was sent to all families registered. The drop-off/pick-up location will be Door #6 (the steel door at the NW corner of the playground).
¡Discovery Link (cuidado de niños antes / después de la escuela) comienza oficialmente el martes! Estamos entusiasmados con esta nueva asociación y esperamos que brinde un gran servicio a las familias que necesitan este apoyo. Vea a continuación la carta de bienvenida que se envió a todas las familias registradas. El lugar para dejar / recoger niños será la Puerta # 6 (la puerta de acero en la esquina NO del patio de recreo).
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Meet our Site Leader:
My name is Gilbert DeLeon. I am a product of the Denver Public School system and a proud alum from East High School. I was a student athlete and enjoyed my time at East. I earned a criminal justice degree from CU Denver/ Metro State College. I have worked with students for 30 years. I bring many years of experience to DPS. I have worked in the criminal justice system, the medical field as a therapist, and I have coached football, baseball, and basketball. I’ve been married for 28 years and have 4 children. I enjoy playing sports, spending time in the mountains, and traveling. I look forward to working with your students at Stedman. My goal is to build a strong successful before and after school program, as well as a fun summer program. My plan is to collaborate with teachers and administrators to make sure that students are prepared to have a successful day in the classroom. I also want to help students diffuse and unwind at the end of the day, and have a smooth transition from school to home. I will incorporate social - emotional learning and Restorative Justice modelites in my approach. I am excited to be joining the Stedman community and I am ready to begin this journey with the staff, students, and families of Stedman.
Conozca a nuestro líder del sitio:
Mi nombre es Gilbert DeLeon. Soy un producto del sistema de Escuelas Públicas de Denver y un orgulloso alumno de East High School. Yo era un estudiante atleta y disfruté de mi tiempo en East. Obtuve un título en justicia penal de CU Denver / Metro State College. He trabajado con estudiantes durante 30 años. Aporto muchos años de experiencia a DPS. He trabajado en el sistema de justicia penal, el campo de la medicina como terapeuta y he entrenado fútbol, béisbol y baloncesto. Estoy casado desde hace 28 años y tengo 4 hijos. Disfruto practicando deportes, pasando tiempo en la montaña y viajando. Espero trabajar con sus estudiantes en Stedman. Mi objetivo es construir un programa exitoso antes y después de la escuela, así como un programa de verano divertido. Mi plan es colaborar con los maestros y administradores para asegurarme de que los estudiantes estén preparados para tener un día exitoso en el salón de clases. También quiero ayudar a los estudiantes a relajarse y relajarse al final del día, y tener una transición sin problemas de la escuela a la casa. Incorporaré modelos de aprendizaje socioemocional y justicia restaurativa en mi enfoque. Estoy emocionado de unirme a la comunidad de Stedman y estoy listo para comenzar este viaje con el personal, los estudiantes y las familias de Stedman.
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Facebook Class Groups
Families - Last year we created Facebook Groups by grade level for families interested in connecting via Social media. These are private groups, but please join if you're interested! These groups are only as active as families would like them to be, some are more active than others. Click on the group below and request to join!
Familias: el año pasado creamos Grupos de Facebook por nivel de grado para familias interesadas en conectarse a través de las redes sociales. Estos son grupos privados, ¡pero únete si estás interesado! Estos grupos son tan activos como les gustaría a las familias, algunos son más activos que otros. ¡Haga clic en el grupo de arriba y solicite unirse!
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Back To School Night
We are excited to host our Back to School Night on Monday, September 13th at 5pm. It will look a little different this year, but we hope it will be a great opportunity for you to engage with our community and your child(ren)'s teacher. Everything will take place outdoors this year, and we will not be hosting a potluck. Teachers will be at designated locations for you to chat and learn more about their classroom and what the year will look like. They will provide a video tour of their classroom for you (so those that cannot attend will be able to get the important information as well).
Pizza and beverages will be provided by PTA, so bring a blanket or lawn chairs, grab some pizza, and mingle with your teachers and community!
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Estamos muy contentos de ser los anfitriones de nuestra Noche de Regreso a Clases el lunes 13 de septiembre a las 5 pm. Se verá un poco diferente este año, pero esperamos que sea una gran oportunidad para que usted se involucre con nuestra comunidad y el maestro de su (s) hijo (s). Todo se llevará a cabo al aire libre este año y no organizaremos una comida compartida. Los maestros estarán en lugares designados para que usted charle y aprenda más sobre su salón de clases y cómo será el año. Ellos le proporcionarán un recorrido en video por su salón de clases (para que aquellos que no puedan asistir también puedan obtener la información importante).
La PTA proporcionará pizza y bebidas, así que traiga una manta o sillas de jardín, tome un poco de pizza y ¡socialice con sus maestros y la comunidad!
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Julie Neitz Wielga and Partners in Literacy, are Denver Channel 7 EVERYDAY HEROES for their work with Stedman 2nd graders! You can watch the TV clip here. Thank you to Deb Fard, our host teacher, at Stedman Elementary who invited us into her classroom in this difficult year, and nominated us for the award. Thank you, Julie, for starting and leading something so salient that it translated to an online version that sustained and supported so many incredible second graders.
***Partners in Literacy’s Stedman Reading Buddies program is looking for volunteers again this year, contact us to get started! (Currently volunteers are working remotely)
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Julie Neitz Wielga y Partners in Literacy son los HÉROES DIARIOS del Canal 7 de Denver por su trabajo con los estudiantes de segundo grado de Stedman. Puedes ver el clip de TV aquí. Gracias a Deb Fard, nuestra maestra anfitriona, en Stedman Elementary, quien nos invitó a su salón de clases en este año difícil y nos nominó para el premio. Gracias, Julie, por comenzar y liderar algo tan destacado que se tradujo a una versión en línea que sostuvo y apoyó a tantos estudiantes increíbles de segundo grado.
*** El programa Stedman Reading Buddies de Partners in Literacy está buscando voluntarios nuevamente este año, ¡contáctenos para comenzar! (Actualmente los voluntarios trabajan de forma remota)
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You are invited to join virtually for a special one-night-only event Wednesday, September 29 from 4 to 6 pm EST as we engage in a thought-provoking conversation focused on Cultivating Genius Within Black Children.
Dr. Muhammad's keynote will provide interactive and foundational experiences of culturally and historically responsive education to teachers and leaders. The talk will blend history, theory, and practical/engaging approaches for understanding and implementing culturally and historically responsive education (CHRE) instructional practices. Dr. Muhammad will demonstrate researched-based equity practices and offer pedagogical examples of the lesson and unit plans.
The keynote will be followed by a panel discussion moderated by P.R.I.D.E. Director Dr. Aisha White and featuring Dr. Muhammad and Bekezela Mguni, a queer Trinidadian artist, radical librarian, and educator with more than 15 years of community organizing experience in the Reproductive Justice movement.
The webinar starts at 4 pm ET and is completely free! All you have to do is register here to participate via Zoom.
Don't forget to attend! This event is one-night-only and will not be available as a recording.
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** INCLUSION CORNER **
As we all engage in the journey towards greater inclusion and equity, we will be providing resources each week here in "Inclusion Corner". We hope you find these useful as we continue to learn and grow together.
A medida que todos participamos en el viaje hacia una mayor inclusión y equidad, estaremos brindando recursos cada semana aquí en el "Rincón de la inclusión". Esperamos que los encuentre útiles a medida que continuamos aprendiendo y creciendo juntos.
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PARENT ENGAGEMENT
We are passionate about providing opportunities for caregiver engagement and voice. Below are some ways in which to get involved, but please reach out to our Family Liaison, Ali Larson (alison_larson@dpsk12.org) if you are interested in something else or would like to find a better fit. She can also be reached for questions or to get connected!
- PTA (Parent Teacher Association)
- The PTA has served as an instrumental community-building and support organization at Stedman. We follow the guiding values of Stedman (diversity, equity, inclusion, and community) to not only provide opportunities for continued relationship development across the community, but to recruit and provide valuable resources in support of teachers, students, and families. The Stedman PTA can be as much of a commitment as you'd like with opportunities across the board for families to get involved. Meetings are monthly but not required for membership or participation. They are always in need of volunteers to keep our wonderful events like Fall Festival and Bones 'n Tones (and many others!) thriving. This organization provides a fun, inclusive, and generous environment to uplift and celebrate the Stedman community and culture.
- VAC (Values to Action Committee, formerly known as CSC)
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The VAC (Values to Action Committee) is a group of parents, teachers, and Principal Atkins working to ensure that decisions made at Stedman reflect our values. From discussions of budgets, staffing, and programing, to the dress code, mascot, and school communications, we are guided by the values of diversity, inclusion, community, and equity to advise the school. This important work drives change, and we know that the most effective decisions are made by a diverse and representative group of parents. Therefore, we are currently seeking parents of color and parents of students to ensure a representative group of people are involved in these decisions. This is an advisory group that meets monthly providing guidance, evaluation, and recommendations on behalf of the school community as a whole. Learn more about the functions of CSC here.
- PAC (Parent Advisory Committee)
- This is an opportunity for our Spanish-speaking families to be engaged with the school. PAC Committee meetings are specifically for families of of our multilingual students who receive ELA (MLE) Services. If you are interested in learning more, please email rachel_zammutto@dpsk12.org, kendra_bush@dpsk12.org, or benjamin_delawyer@dpsk12.org.
- Black Family Engagement Committee
- The BFEC will be in its inaugural year and hopes to bring together parents and caregivers of Black students at Stedman as we work to implement our Black Excellence Plan to increase opportunities and academic and social-emotional success for our Black students. Mr. Atkins will be leading this Committee and will be sending additional information home soon. We hope this can become a safe space for families as we work together to build a more equitable Stedman.
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Nos apasiona brindar oportunidades para la participación y la voz de los cuidadores. A continuación se muestran algunas formas de participar, pero comuníquese con nuestro enlace familiar, Ali Larson (alison_larson@dpsk12.org) si está interesado en otra cosa o si le gustaría encontrar una mejor opción. ¡También se la puede contactar si tiene preguntas o para conectarse!
- PTA (Asociación de padres y maestros)
- La PTA ha servido como una organización instrumental de apoyo y construcción de la comunidad en Stedman. Seguimos los valores rectores de Stedman (diversidad, equidad, inclusión y comunidad) no solo para brindar oportunidades para el desarrollo continuo de relaciones en toda la comunidad, sino para reclutar y proporcionar recursos valiosos en apoyo de maestros, estudiantes y familias. La PTA de Stedman puede ser un compromiso tanto como le gustaría con oportunidades en todos los ámbitos para que las familias se involucren. Las reuniones son mensuales, pero no son obligatorias para la membresía o la participación. Siempre necesitan voluntarios para que nuestros maravillosos eventos como el Festival de Otoño y Bones 'n Tones (¡y muchos otros!) Prosperen. Esta organización proporciona un ambiente divertido, inclusivo y generoso para elevar y celebrar la comunidad y la cultura de Stedman.
- VAC (Comité de Valores a la Acción, anteriormente conocido como CSC)
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El VAC (Values to Action Committee) es un grupo de padres, maestros y el director Atkins que trabajan para garantizar que las decisiones tomadas en Stedman reflejen nuestros valores. Desde discusiones sobre presupuestos, personal y programación, hasta el código de vestimenta, la mascota y las comunicaciones escolares, nos guiamos por los valores de diversidad, inclusión, comunidad y equidad para asesorar a la escuela. Este importante trabajo impulsa el cambio, y sabemos que las decisiones más efectivas las toma un grupo diverso y representativo de padres. Por lo tanto, actualmente estamos buscando padres de color y padres de estudiantes para asegurarnos de que un grupo representativo de personas participe en estas decisiones. Este es un grupo asesor que se reúne mensualmente para brindar orientación, evaluación y recomendaciones en nombre de la comunidad escolar en su conjunto. Obtenga más información sobre las funciones de CSC aquí.
- PAC (Comité Asesor de Padres)
- Esta es una oportunidad para que nuestras familias de habla hispana participen en la escuela. Las reuniones del Comité PAC son específicamente para las familias de nuestros estudiantes multilingües que reciben servicios de ELA (MLE). Si está interesado en obtener más información, envíe un correo electrónico a rachel_zammutto@dpsk12.org o kendra_bush@dpsk12.org o benjamin_delawyer@dpsk12.org.
- Comité de Participación de la Familia Negra
- El BFEC estará en su año inaugural y espera reunir a los padres y cuidadores de estudiantes negros en Stedman mientras trabajamos para implementar nuestro Plan de Excelencia Negra para aumentar las oportunidades y el éxito académico y socioemocional de nuestros estudiantes negros. El Sr. Atkins dirigirá este Comité y pronto enviará información adicional a casa. Esperamos que este pueda convertirse en un espacio seguro para las familias mientras trabajamos juntos para construir un Stedman más equitativo.
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We are working with a new vendor who is putting together a new school store for us! Stay tuned for more information on getting Spirit Gear!
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¡Estamos trabajando con un nuevo proveedor que está armando una nueva tienda escolar para nosotros! ¡Estén atentos para obtener más información sobre cómo obtener Spirit Gear!
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If your child's Chromebook is damaged or missing, here is the protocol and fee structure from last year:
As a reminder, there is a cost associated with damaged or lost devices (please see below).
HOW TO REPORT A LOST OR DAMAGED DEVICE:
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Complete Stedman’s Technology Support Form to report a lost or damaged device
- Email Jerri Succo (jerri_succo@dpsk12.org), Stedman’s STR outlining the technology issue. Jerri will communicate the appropriate steps to either repair or replace the device. As a reminder, there is a cost associated with damaged or lost devices (please see below).
- Jerri will connect you with Kait Parsons (kaitlin_parsons@dpsk12.org), Stedman’s secretary, and she will assist guardian’s with payment if there is a cost associated with replacing or repairing your device.
- Kait will coordinate a time to either pick up your repaired or new device.
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Virtual Library
Did you know that your student has access to tens of thousands of books and audiobooks online? This is an incredible tool that your student and family can use to read as many books as you could possibly want. Don't miss out on this resource! (You can also add the Denver Public Library to your profile to access even more titles)
To learn how to use this app, please watch the video below. (English & Spanish options below)
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¿Sabía que su estudiante tiene acceso a decenas de miles de libros y audiolibros en línea? Esta es una herramienta increíble que su estudiante y su familia pueden usar para leer todos los libros que desee. ¡No se pierda este recurso! (También puede agregar la Biblioteca Pública de Denver a su perfil para acceder a más títulos)
Para aprender a usar esta aplicación, vea el video a continuación. (Opciones en inglés y español a continuación)
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LONGMONT DAIRY CAPS
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If you order from Longmont Dairy, save all your milk caps! Send them to our front office and we are able to turn them in for a donation.
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AMAZON SMILE
Do you shop on Amazon? An EASY way to help support our kids and teachers at Stedman is to link your AmazonSmile account to our charity, The Stedman Knights PTA. Click on the above image to be directed to our organizations link. Every purchase you make through smile.amazon.com sends a small portion of the purchase to our school! The money raised goes to supporting our students and the important work being done at Stedman!
Remind your family and friends to link to our school as well!
¿Tienda en Amazon? Una manera fácil de ayudar a mantener a nuestros niños y maestros en Stedman es vincular su cuenta AmazonSmile de nuestra caridad, “Stedman Knights PTA.” Haga clic en la imagen de arriba para dirigirse a nuestras organizaciones enlace. Cada compra que hagas a través smile.amazon.com envía una pequeña porción de la compra a nuestra escuela! El dinero recaudado se destina a apoyar a nuestros estudiantes y la importante labor que se realiza en Stedman!
Recordar su familia y amigos para enlazar a nuestra escuela, también!
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King Soopers
Did you know that you can link your King Soopers account to Stedman and help us raise money without spending any extra dollars? It's so easy!
How To Use the King Soopers/ City Market Community Rewards Program:
Step 2: Sign in to your account (or create a new account with your email and King Soopers card #)
Step 3: Search for Stedman Knights PTA (NPO # -- XK374)
Step 4: Select Enroll
Congrats, you have successfully enrolled in the Community Rewards program and 5% of your purchases will support Stedman Elementary!!
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¿Sabía que puede vincular su cuenta de King Soopers a Stedman y ayudarnos a recaudar dinero sin gastar dólares adicionales? ¡Es tan fácil!
Cómo utilizar el programa de recompensas de la comunidad de King Soopers / City Market:
Paso 1: vaya al sitio web: https://www.kingsoopers.com/account/communityrewards/
Paso 2: inicie sesión en su cuenta (o cree una nueva cuenta con su correo electrónico y número de tarjeta King Soopers)
Paso 3: Busque la PTA de Stedman Knights (NPO # - XK374)
Paso 4: seleccione Inscribirse
¡Felicidades, se inscribió con éxito en el programa Community Rewards y el 5% de sus compras apoyarán a la escuela primaria Stedman!
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Clothes To Kids of Denver (CTKD) provides FREE clothing to children and youth who are in need or in crisis. To shop, students must live in Metro Denver, be age 3 - 21 and be enrolled in school (remote or in-person) or working toward a GED.
Our wardrobe includes 5 outfits, 1 coat, 1 pair of shoes, 1 bra (optional) and 5 pairs each of new underwear and new socks. Students are invited to select clothing in a welcoming, store-like setting or can order a wardrobe for contactless curbside pick-up.
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We are very excited to have in person shoppers in our store and are taking extra precautions to protect the health and safety of our visitors, volunteers and staff.
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For families who would prefer a contactless option, we are continuing to offer wardrobes via Curbside Service. This option enables parents and caregivers to request a wardrobe for any student in need, and our staff will shop on their behalf.
Families wishing to shop in person or request a wardrobe for pick-up should call us at 720-379-4630 or email us at appointment@clothestokidsdenver.org for an appointment. Up-to-date phone hours are on the Shop With Us page of our website.
No Referral Required! No matter how families choose to shop, we have temporarily loosened our referral requirements and are providing wardrobes to anyone who says the young people in their households are in need of our services, no questions asked.
Hours of Operation:
Tuesdays - Fridays 9:00 - 4:00
Saturdays 9:00 - 3:00
Sundays & Mondays Closed
Donations Accepted:
Fridays & Saturdays 9:00 - 3:00
We are now accepting clothing and shoe donations on Fridays and Saturdays only between 9:00 and 3:00. We are in need of the basic wardrobe staples (shorts, pants, tops, shoes, etc.). We still cannot accept "extras" at this time.
Donating is Easy!
Gather your clean and ready-to-wear items. Check our updated Donation Guidelines for ideas. Please sort items by category (girls, boys, young women, young men and shoes) to save time at drop-off.
· When you arrive, pull into our loading zone and wait in your car until any staff members or other donors are at a safe distance.
· Empty your donations into one of our rolling bins located outside of our door.
· Please do not leave donations inside of plastic bags. Place your donations in our bins and take your bags with you to reuse.
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