By Jessie Smith, MSW – September 2, 2020 – Do you have a child who has just started kindergarten? Along with parents/guardians experiencing a range of emotions during this time, so do incoming students. Throughout my time working in an elementary school, I have had the privilege to observe this transition and guide students through […]
By Abby Betz, LSW – August 20, 2020 – It’s the time of year (again) that most of us look forward to and some of us dread—back-to-school! It can be difficult for children to make the transition from the carefree, fun days of summer to the everyday grind of school life, especially when students have […]
By Jillian Moon, LCSW – August 12, 2020 – My first day of high school was intimidating. I knew almost no one and my role in the school felt undefined. Would the teachers think I was good enough? Would the students like me? Would I be involved enough, or visible enough? Would I be too […]
By Staci Chambers, MSW – August 4, 2020 – “Why are we moving to a new house?” “Why did one of my parents move away?” “Why are things so different at school?” “When can I see Grandma?” “How will I make new friends?” “What happens after we die?” Change happens in every life. Whether it’s […]
By Christine Weinzapfel-Hayden – July 22, 2020 – We have heard so much about the “new normal” over the last few months, but what is that? How are we supposed to make plans for the future when we really don’t know what that looks like yet? And how are we supposed to prepare our kids […]
By Youth First, Inc. – July 14, 2020 – Technology can be a great thing. It helps us communicate with loved ones who live far away. It helps parents have peace of mind when their child is going somewhere without them. It is a great resource to help educate our children. There are many advantages […]
As students and staff return to school, child abuse disclosures and reports will likely increase. Click here to read about student concerns and information for teachers and staff.
By Diane Braun – July 7, 2020 – The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, which has sold over 30 million copies in over 40 languages, is one of the most significant business books of all time. Dr. Stephen Covey’s lifelong mission was to “unleash the human potential.” The 7 Habits are the accumulated wisdom […]