How Household Chores Benefit Youth Performing household chores helps children of all ages and abilities learn important skills and builds self-worth and character. Research suggests that a child as young as 3 years old can begin these important steps to building...
National Suicide Prevention Month All month long professionals, community advocates, and survivors come together to bring awareness to shift public perception of suicide and spread hope and information to those affected by it. Awareness is also important as our...
Reasons Why Your Child May be Refusing to Attend School Transitioning back to school after the summer break can be challenging for families, as some parents may be faced with their students refusing to return or even stay at school due to emotional stressors....
The Section 504 Plan School can be a stressful environment for your child and can also be a time of vulnerability. Appropriate accommodations and modifications can reduce stress and assist in achieving and maintaining educational success. As a parent, you are your...
“When you give other people the gift of your attention and empathy, it makes them feel understood and they become more open to hearing what’s on your mind.” Dr. Michael Nichols Compassionate Communication Research shows that the more our brain is stimulated, the more...
Trusting Partnerships with Professionals Trust between parents and educational professionals is crucial in developing effective partnerships. Fear, difference in values, inaccurate or false information and the feeling of betrayal are some of the barriers to trust that...
