By Angel Wagner, MSW, LCSW – October 21, 2026 – Depression can affect people of any age, yet it is easy to overlook the possibility that teens may be struggling. As adults, we may view adolescence as a time of freedom and excitement compared to the responsibilities and challenges of adulthood. Because of this, we […]
By Rebecca Williams, MSW, LSW – October 15, 2026 – Bullying may begin in the classroom or on the playground, but today’s children and teens can face it anywhere – even in the comfort of their own home through their electronic devices. Bullying generally involves intentional, repeated behavior that causes harm. That harm can be […]
By Molly Meriwether , MSW, LSW, MHA – October 7, 2026 – Social media is a common part of daily life for many students. TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram are often used to stay connected with friends, share laughs, and pass the time. While Indiana law now limits student cell phone use during school, many students […]
By Kacie Shipman, MSW, LCSW – September 30, 2026 – Have you ever wondered what a school social worker actually does? In this role, I often hear students’ ideas and questions about my job and what my role looks like within the school building. The short answer? School social workers wear many hats. I often […]
By Diann Moesner, MSW, LCSW – September 23, 2026 – Whether you are interacting with students as a school professional, a parent, or both, it can feel uncomfortable to watch kids struggle to navigate the world around them. When we see them struggling, it is natural to want to “fix” things for them – to […]
By Beth Thomas, MSW, LSW – September 16, 2026 – Close sibling relationships can have a lifelong impact. They are an important part of our development and can provide valuable knowledge, guidance and support throughout different stages of life. Of course, no sibling relationship is perfect. Conflict and disagreements are natural, but even these imperfections […]
By Jordyn Bryant, MSW, LCSW – September 9, 2026 – While parenting is deeply meaningful and rewarding, we cannot ignore that it is also emotionally demanding. Many parents focus so fully on their child’s needs that their own well-being gradually moves to the background. Between managing daily responsibilities, responding to a child’s emotions, balancing work […]
By Jordan Evans, MSW, LSW – September 2, 2026 – Emotional regulation is a child’s ability to understand, express, and manage their feelings in healthy ways. This skill begins developing early in life and continues to grow throughout childhood. Children do not learn emotional regulation on their own. Instead, they develop it through everyday interactions […]
By Kelly Leavitt, MSW, LSW – August 26, 2026 – Have you ever wondered how stress affects an entire school classroom? What steps can we take to manage stress before it becomes overwhelming? And how can educators recognize stress in students and help them cope? Students today are influenced by their peers in both positive […]
By Holly Walther, MSW, LSW – August 19, 2026 – Many students struggle with self-regulation, the ability to monitor and manage their thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and impulses. When a child needs support with self-regulation at school, it can be challenging to identify coping strategies within the structure of a classroom. For example, a student may […]