Heroes at work… collecting facemasks, gloves, gowns, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes from our schools to donate to @WakeGov COVID-19 emergency response. We’re happy to help protect our healthcare workers. @WCPSSTeam#InThisTogether#HeroesOnBuses#WashYourHands
The obvious: more time with family. But, also: spend time outside, focus on mental health, volunteer in my community, focus on building stronger authentic relationships, play more Frisbee, and learn something new. #nophoneforayear#contest@vitaminwater
Every child needs a champion. A champion can be a teacher, a parent, a case manager, a camp counselor. It can be you.
#relationships#ACEs#Resilience
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"When a child's flight-or-fight response is activated too often, from abuse, neglect or parental addiction, it can change the structure of a developing brain."
Learn more about Toxic Stress and the impact it has on our children.
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Reading is a great way to strengthen adult/child relationships and spark conversations about inclusion. Provide books with diverse characters that represent many races, ethnicities, religions, and cultures. Here is a list to get you started! https://t.co/kzItec4IBQ
Cultural Inclusion #Tip: Help kids see themselves and their family represented in every play space. Start by including materials that represent a variety of cultural groups. Example: staple foods from different cultural groups for play kitchens.
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Spaces like @RaleighGov's Greystone Recreation Center teach kids the power of #teamwork, and how to use it to overcome challenging obstacles. What are some other favorite places you've found that support positive play?
The feelings of compassion and support found during the #holidays are what kids need year-round. Studies show supportive environments positively affect kid's social and emotional development. Learn more here. https://t.co/CBRQylallx