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September 23, 2022
The CDC reports motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for children in the U.S. Younger children are particularly vulnerable, but studies show many of these serious injuries could be prevented by reducing risk factors and using the proper child passenger restraints. Children are safest when riding in the correct type of restraint […]
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2022
FLEMING ISLAND – Keystone Heights Junior-Senior High is the latest school to join forces with a notable University of Central Florida program that will assist students with medical needs, counseling and academics. At a school board meeting last week, officials recognized Keystone Heights High as a UCF-certified Community Partnership School. The program provides tutoring, hygienic […]
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2022
When children go to school, their job is to learn, but it’s hard for students to focus in the classroom and reach their full potential when hunger strikes. Roughly 1 in 5 children statewide experience food insecurity and don’t know where their next meal is coming from, according to Feeding Florida. It’s a problem the […]
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2022
MIDDLEBURG – School Board Chairwoman Mary Bolla was lost for words as she stood inside one of the two examination rooms at the new Aza Health. “Incredible,” she muttered. As part of the school’s new UCF-Certified Community Partnership School designation, a health clinic that will serve Northwest Middleburg and Clay Hill is now operational on […]
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2022
MIDDLEBURG – There were times when it was difficult for Shawn C. Smith to keep her composure when describing Wilkinson Junior High’s two-year mission to become one of the few UCF-Certified Community Partnership Schools. Her voice cracked at times, but her smile was infectious. This was a big deal, and she knew it. “Previously, schools […]
Read MoreSeptember 23, 2022
The homeless youth in our community can be hard to spot. “You typically don’t see them on the side of the road holding a sign,” said Leah Harrison, Children’s Home Society of Florida senior director of development and advancement. Harrison said many young people without homes will perpetually couch surf, drifting between different residences. Harrison […]
Read MoreSeptember 22, 2022
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – New lockers at Sabal Palm Elementary aren’t for holding books, but for distributing groceries. They were recently installed through a partnership with Second Harvest. They’re available for anyone in need, even those who aren’t part of the Sabal Palm community — and we can expect to soon see more lockers like […]
Read MoreSeptember 21, 2022
It is officially hurricane season! It is extremely important to stay prepared and informed during this time of year. Our Children’s Home Society of Florida Hurricane Preparedness webpage has key information available to you at all times. Below you will find some key reminders for you and your family. Identify important contacts and keep them […]
Read MoreSeptember 19, 2022
PANAMA CITY — Parker Elementary School has adopted the Community Partnership Schools model to assist students with innovative learning and academic success. A ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house event took place Sept. 8 at Parker Elementary with community partners to celebrate the launch of the model. Parker Elementary is the first school in Bay County to adopt […]
Read MoreSeptember 16, 2022
As new research shows more babies and toddlers may be experiencing developmental delays, it can be a daunting time for new parents anxious about their little ones’ progress. Strikingly, over the past two years, assessments revealed lower than average scores on tests of early learning that include language and motor skills such as standing and walking. Though […]
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