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Informative articles by Youth First’s Service Team

Youth First Highlights Emily Bernhardt – Social Work Week 2022

Emily Bernhardt, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Holy Cross Catholic School, St. James Catholic School, St. Joseph Catholic School, and Sts. Peter & Paul Catholic School in Gibson County Q: What called you to become a social…

Youth First Highlights Ashley Manship – Social Work Week 2022

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Ashley Manship, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Paoli Jr./Sr. High School and Throop Elementary in Orange County Q: What called you to become a social worker? A: I’ve always had the strong desire to help and advocate for others. Q:…

Youth First Highlights Jessie Laughlin – Social Work Week 2022

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Jessie Laughlin, LSW - Youth First Social Worker at Edgewood Junior High School in Monroe County Q: What called you to become a social worker? A: I started college as an education major. During early field experience, I crossed paths…

Assisting Your Teen with the Dreaded “Senioritis”

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By Angel Wagner, LSW - March 2, 2022 - The first semester of your child’s senior year of high school is complete. You log on to the school’s grading system expecting to see the normal A and B grades your child always receives. However,…

Promoting a Healthy Body Image in Youth

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By Jessie Laughlin, LSW - February 23, 2022 - Body image and self-awareness begin at a young age, even before kindergarten. As children transition into teenagers, they become more aware of themselves and who they are becoming, which includes…

Helping Student Athletes Manage Emotions

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By Nolan Miller, LSW - February 9, 2022 - Many parents have been there. Your student athlete attended every practice and worked hard to improve their skills. Then when game time rolled around, they struggled to find success on the court…