YPRC

The Youth Prevention Resource Center

[Cheri Jacobus @CheriJacobus]

Statehood for DC and PR would add 4 more Senate seats.
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McKenna is an SAB Alum who is now working as a Special Education Teacher. Read what she said about her time on the SAB.

Do you know someone who would be an asset to our Student Advisory Board? Deadline to apply is February 25, 2022!
https://t.co/Imthwdfcbf

[YPRC @YPRCil]

Did you hear the news? The deadline for Student Advisory Board applications has been EXTENDED! If you know or work with a young person who you think would be a good fit, please share the application link below with them. Deadline is February 21, 2022! https://t.co/Imthwdfcbf

[YPRC @YPRCil]

Sound off in the comments below. What did you do today as part of this year's MLK Day of Service?

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We often think of mental wellness and mental illness as opposite ends of a spectrum, but they are actually two separate continuums. We can all do things to improve our mental wellness, whether or not we experience mental health challenges. #MentalWellnessMonth #YPRC

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REGISTRATION IS NOW LIVE! Be sure to register for our Virtual Youth Traffic Safety Summit on September 30, 2021! You will NOT want to miss our speakers, panels, and design session where you can learn how to win CASH for your communities! Register now! https://t.co/CPIb5XMRE8

[nhtsagov @NHTSAgov]

While getting back in the school routine, take a few minutes to review transportation safety tips! Whether it’s riding, walking, or biking to school, learn ways to keep your little ones safe. #BacktoSchool https://t.co/Ir2FEqpcTm

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Young people may be experiencing increased anxiety around returning to the classroom after a year of remote and hybrid learning. The Child Mind Institute has come up with some tips to help make the transition easier- https://t.co/viPrAdX1em

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Want to learn ways to make roadways safer for teen drivers? Join us September 30, 2021 for our VIRTUAL TRAFFIC SAFETY CONFERENCE! We have a great line up of speakers, panelists and a fun interactive activity with the change to win MONEY for your school. Stay tuned for more info!

[YPRC @YPRCil]

Are YOU getting excited about our upcoming conference. We can't WAIT to tell you all of the details. Stay tuned for more information coming soon! #trafficsafety #YPRC #ILSADD

[YPRC @YPRCil]

DON'T FORGET: Save the date for our upcoming virtual traffic safety conference on September 30, 2021. More information coming SOON. We can't wait to see you there. #trafficsafety #YPRC #ILSADD #SAB #saferroads

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July is Minority Mental Health Month and the YPRC is hosting a FREE Youth Mental Health First Aid training on July 30th. Register here: https://t.co/0ufy7ctqs3

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Check out our July Newsletter, out now!

https://t.co/HKLdXeztCZ

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THANK YOU Dr. Cooley from the Phoenix Center in Springfield for speaking at our recent webinar "Working with LGBTQ+ Youth: The Cliffnotes". Be sure to check out Phoenix Center for more resources on working with LGBTQ+ youth! #LGBTQ #Pride #YPRC #phoenixcenter

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Join us on June 29th from 10-11 AM for Working With LGBT Youth: The Cliffnotes, a must-attend workshop for anyone who works with young people. Register here: https://t.co/MQpbMrxkwi

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Here’s your #MentalHealthMonday reminder that self-care should be a regular part of your routine. You shouldn’t wait until your car runs out of gas to fill up the tank, same goes for your mind and body. Don’t wait until you’ve burned out to take care of yourself!

[YPRC @YPRCil]

On this #mentalhealthmonday give your mind a gift...in the form of a free year of personalized meditation from Balance. Visit https://t.co/dRpyroF3K0 to download the app and start improving your mental wellness today!

[YPRC @YPRCil]

This #MentalHealthMonday , share some of your self care essentials with us. What are your must-haves for showing love to your mind, body, and soul?

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Self-care checkpoint 📍 What have you done to take care of yourself today? #mentalhealthmonday

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As Oprah says, “Failure is another stepping stone to greatness.” Remember that when you fell like you just can’t do anything right. No one is great at everything they try right away. If you don’t fail a few times, how will you succeed? #MentalHealthMonday