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Avoiding Freshman Year Follies

By Katie Martin, MSW, LCSW - August 20, 2025 - Freshman year is the most crucial year of high school, as it sets the tone for academic achievement and social standards. It can be a fresh start, or for some students, the beginning of…

Be the Superhero Your Child Needs: The Power of Presence, Love and Example

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By Nolan Miller, MSW, LCSW - August 14, 2025 - We often think of superheroes as those who wear capes, possess powers, and save the world with flashy rescues. But in reality, some of the most important superheroes don’t fly; they stand…

Back to School on the Runway: Event on August 9 Raises Funds for Kids

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EVANSVILLE, IN – The community and media are invited on Saturday, August 9, at 1 pm CT to Fashion for a Purpose at Eastland Mall. This fashion show, featuring Hot 96’s Sarah Pepper as Master of Ceremonies, is a fun back-to-school event…

Beat the Back-to-School Blues

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By Breanna Dudley-Wissel, MSW, LSW - August 7, 2025 - Sweet summertime. Longed for all school year and mourned when classes start in early August. We all feel it, right? Parents, school personnel, and kids often dread the end of summer. While…

Guiding Your Child Through the Journey of Loss

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By Hailey Hagan, MSW, LSW - July 30. 2025 - Coping with a loss, whether it’s a loved one or a pet, can be challenging for anyone, but helping your child navigate the complex emotions that come with it can be particularly daunting.…

Supporting Post-Divorce Families

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By Kelly McClarnon, MSW, LCSW - July 25, 2025 - As an adult, can you imagine having to move from one house to another weekly, or even more frequently, while juggling schedules, belongings, and changes in rules and expectations? I…

Youth First News & Events

Avoiding Freshman Year Follies

Be the Superhero Your Child Needs: The Power of Presence, Love and Example

Back to School on the Runway: Event on August 9 Raises Funds for Kids

Beat the Back-to-School Blues

Guiding Your Child Through the Journey of Loss

Supporting Post-Divorce Families

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