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Mural at Sabal Palm Elementary pays homage to military

August 4, 2023

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) — At Sabal Palm Elementary, a community a partnership school, there’s a mural waiting to surprise students for the new school year. The mural was completed by local artists Sarah Painter and her partner Cosby Hayes. After four days, the mural at Sabal Palm Elementary is complete. The painting consists of paper […]

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Second annual S.H.I.P. Day ends on high note

July 30, 2023

BAY COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) – Parker Elementary School in Panama City served as a one-stop shop for the community Saturday. It held its second annual Sharing Hope in Parker (S.H.I.P.) Day for the public from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is meant to provide resources to families and students before the start of […]

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Embracing Transitions: Celebrating Children and Families on the Journey to Stability, Strength, and Happiness

July 27, 2023

For many, summer signifies a break from usual routines: summer vacations, beach days and BBQs, and a break from school for kids. Summer is also a time of transitions: the end of the fiscal year at many companies and the start of a new school year. Sometimes these breaks and transitions are a welcome respite, […]

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How One Dad is Making a Difference through Community Partnership Schools

July 24, 2023

“For me, as a parent, giving my children the best opportunity they can have is a priority. To have an opportunity to put all these supports around a child, especially if you are not financially able to do so, and having these resources in a tangible way … why not? Its important!” Patrick McCoy, father […]

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Children’s Home Society of Florida offers tips to ease back to school anxiety

July 23, 2023

CHS is offering tips to help parents and caregivers recognize signs of back-to-school anxiety.  Anxiety reports from students nearly double when school starts after the summer break. If left untreated, anxiety and other mental health challenges can have a significant impact on a student’s classroom behavior, academic performance, and social interactions. Some general anxiety symptoms to […]

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Community Partnership School Sparks Transformation Through Innovation

July 14, 2023

Megan struggled with severe anxiety and reluctance to interact with her classmates. She couldn’t focus in school and was a struggling reader, but her teacher, Ms. V was determined to help her succeed. Studies show children with reading difficulties also experience a broad range of social and emotional difficulties, such as low self-esteem, anxiety and […]

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Putnam County Wellness Center unveiled

June 23, 2023

There will soon be a single community hub for people to get help with a host of tough mental hurdles, like mental health, crisis intervention, pregnancy support and substance abuse services. On Thursday, the Putnam County Wellness Center at 320 S. State Road 19 in Palatka hosted a small unveiling to community members. But it […]

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Celebrating Student Success through Community Partnership Schools

June 22, 2023

Championing Change through Advocacy Thank you for joining us in advocating for additional legislative funding to sustain and expand Community Partnership Schools. Because of you, Florida’s Legislature approved an increase in funding, allocating $11 Million to support Florida’s Community Partnership Schools movement! Together, we are removing barriers to learning and empowering more children to realize […]

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Reunification Month: Jessica and Brian’s Journey to Recovery and Reunification

June 22, 2023

Reunification Month is a time to celebrate stories of families overcoming challenges and being reunited with their loved ones. Today, we share the inspiring story of Jessica and Brian, who, after battling addiction, embarked on a path of recovery to regain custody of their daughter, Journey. Through perseverance, determination, and the support of CHS, Jessica […]

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Embracing Authenticity: Celebrating Eljay’s Journey during Pride Month

June 12, 2023

In honor of Pride Month, we celebrate Eljay, an 18-year-old transgender individual who found solace in CHS’ Transitional Living Program (TLP) after experiencing homelessness. TLP is a transformative initiative supporting youth aging out of foster care or experiencing homelessness. It provides safe housing, comprehensive life skills development, and a supportive community. Participants like Eljay are […]

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