CHS Blog
Shawn, Community Partnership School Director at Wilkinson Jr. High in Jacksonville shares the importance of supporting students and their families each day. When communities come together, GOOD can grow even further… a mission we’re passionate about expanding through our Community Partnership Schools™ model. What fuels you in your role every day? I’m fueled every day […]
Cinthya, Program Supervisor of our Family Visitation Center in Central Florida, shares more about her experience in the field of social work, what lead her to CHS and her passion for empowering families in Central Florida each day. What fuels you in your role every day? Growing up in Dominican Republic I was taught that […]
Ledonia, Navigator Program Supervisor in Pensacola, shares more about her experience in social work, serving students and young adults in Western Florida and her passion to do GOOD. What fuels you in your role every day? Social workers are either made or born. Made through getting a degree or born with a heart of gold […]
In November of 2022, Jefferson County K-12 (JCS) announced the adoption of the innovative Community Partnership Schools™ model, with partnerships among Children’s Home Society of Florida, Florida A&M University, Florida Department of Health-Jefferson County, Florida State University, Jefferson County School District and North Florida College. Lori Livingston has been selected as the director of the […]
Mila is a retired nurse who has found a meaningful way to spend her time by creating quilts for children in the foster care system at Children’s Home Society of Florida. For the past three years, Mila has been using her passion for quilting to bring comfort and warmth to these children during a difficult […]
Leslie can’t remember when her eyesight changed, but school was becoming a blur. It wasn’t until her teachers noticed she was squinting in class when they connected her to the Community Partnership School team for support. Leslie received a free vision exam through the Vision is Priceless Program at Edward H. High, A Community Partnership […]
Pregnancy is filled with emotions … excitement, fear, anticipation. For many of us, it’s a time to share our joy with loved ones, to decorate nurseries and fold onesies as we look forward to the moment we’ll first hold our sweet babies. But for many in our community, it’s also a time filled with worry […]
Random Acts of Kindness Day is February 17th! It’s a day to celebrate and encourage acts of kindness. On this day, let’s pay it forward and show others the power of doing good. There are many ways to support CHS. Here are a few suggestions: Make a donation: Financial support helps us provide essential services […]
Valentine’s Day is recognized as a day to celebrate love. On this day entirely dedicated to love, it’s important to recognize those who are in need of a little tenderness. With your support, we can help children and families realize their full potential. Send a valentine to a child or family this holiday. Your generosity […]
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Howard Bishop Middle School celebrated becoming a UCF-Certified Community Partnership School on Tuesday night, its next step to improving the lives of students. “The Community Partnership Schools™ model at Howard Bishop Middle is a long-term commitment among Children’s Home Society of Florida, Alachua County School District, Alachua County Health Department, Santa Fe […]
Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed Joel Schwalbe to its statewide Board of Directors empowering children and their families to find – and pursue – opportunities for success and happiness throughout Florida. As Chief Information Officer for Transnety, Schwalbe brings a wealth of leadership experience to the CHS board including strategic planning, product […]
R E S O L U T I O N WHEREAS, Children’s Home Society of Florida opened its doors on November 17, 1902, to provide a safe home and loving care to the growing population of abandoned and homeless children in Jacksonville, thus solving an intense societal challenge; and WHEREAS, Children’s Home Society of Florida […]
Volunteers are the backbone of every community, and their efforts can have a significant impact on the lives of those around them. Amie, owner of Stafford Portraits, is a prime example of how one individual’s caring and selfless actions can make a difference in the lives of children in foster care. Amie provides professional adoption […]
Last December, I walked the streets of Calcutta, India, and came across The Missionaries of Charity to witness children hoping for a better future. Those unfortunate kids instantly touched my heart. My interaction with the poverty-stricken kids brought out the best of humanity within me. This urged a feeling of compassion and desire to give […]
Pine Forest High School Vice Principal Bakari Franklin is calling all the “dads,” or male community leaders, to volunteer in a pilot mentorship program starting this week. As Pine Forest climbs toward a student population of 2,000 students, Vice Principal Bakari Franklin has noticed disruptions during the school day’s hallway transition times, particularly during the lunch hour. From […]
