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Grad Spotlight: Bre’Onna Brewer

August 12, 2021

Bre’Onna Brewer, an alumni of Edward H. White High School says Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) and the Community Partnership Schools™ model helped her discover her passion and her goals for the future. “The Launch Pad at Ed White actually changed the direction I wanted to go into life,” said Bre’Onna. “Seeing the work […]

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Grad Spotlight: Amari Jackson

August 12, 2021

Amari is a first generation college student who credits CHS and the Community Partnership School model at Jones High School for bringing her many opportunities for future success. Jackson, a straight-A student transferred to Jones her sophomore year and says attending Jones High School was not her first choice. “I didn’t want to go to […]

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5 Tips for a Successful Start to the School Year

July 30, 2021

With the start of the school year quickly approaching, we want parents and students to feel prepared and ready to start off on the right foot. From getting a nutritious breakfast to managing back-to-school anxiety, we’ve got a few quick tips to help kick off the new school year on a positive note. 5 Back-to-School […]

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From Anxiety and Outbursts to Student of the Month: Abby’s Story

July 19, 2021

Seven-year-old Abby* came to CHS after recently being removed from her father and paternal grandmother. They had been living in a U-Haul in the Midwest winter, and Abby experienced physical abuse and exposure to substance misuse by caregivers. After being placed with her maternal grandmother, Abby began showing signs of post-traumatic stress … Abby’s teacher […]

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Children’s Home Society of Florida Welcomes City Councilman Terrance Freeman to its Statewide Board of Directors

July 12, 2021

Jacksonville, Fla. (July 12, 2021) — Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed Jacksonville City Councilman Terrance Freeman to its statewide Board of Directors. Councilman Freeman is Chief Executive Officer for READ USA Inc. and formerly the Director of Strategic Initiatives for Boys and Girls Club of Northeast Florida. He was appointed to serve […]

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Children’s Home Society of Florida Welcomes Gil Ziffer to Statewide Board of Directors

July 12, 2021

Tallahassee, Fla. (July 12, 2021) — Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed Former Tallahassee City Commissioner Gil Ziffer to its statewide Board of Directors. Ziffer, a Tallahassee resident, is owner and president of Ziffer Stanberry Strategic Communications. He has more than three decades of experienced leadership in marketing and public relations consulting. Ziffer […]

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Children’s Home Society of Florida Welcomes Davicka Thompson to Statewide Board of Directors

July 12, 2021

West Palm Beach, Fla. (July 12, 2021) — Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed Davicka Thompson to its statewide Board of Directors. Thompson is Founder and CEO of Thompson Creative Collective, Inc.  She has served the children and families of the Palm Beach County community for more than 8 years with the Children’s […]

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Keep your family safe this July 4

July 1, 2021

Independence Day is a time for family, cookouts, laughter and fireworks. Quite simply, it’s a day dedicated to celebrating the joy of summer. As you break out the sparklers and hotdogs, keep these tips in mind to keep your family and friends safe this July 4. Obey the law Rules and regulations vary by county, […]

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Children’s Home Society of Florida Welcomes Dr. Kristie Wallace to its Statewide Board of Directors

June 29, 2021

St. Petersburg, Fla. (June 29, 2021) — Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) has appointed Dr. Kristie Wallace, PHARMD to its statewide Board of Directors. Wallace is a St. Petersburg resident and licensed pharmacist and Medical Science Liaison in the pharmaceutical industry where she serves as a leader in building relationships to improve patient care […]

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Providing a light when families need it most: Wraparound (WRAP)

June 21, 2021

Tina, a 26-year-old single mother of five, was in the depths of despair, looking for a light to help guide her and her children to a better place after facing setback after setback. Fortunately, Tina found hope, support and guidance through Children’s Home Society of Florida’s Wraparound (WRAP) program. After spending her childhood in the […]

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