by Diana Procopis | Jul 6, 2021 | News
Mental health professionals hope the attention leads to lasting change. As districts prepare for the fall after the first full year during the coronavirus pandemic, many are looking at ways to help best address the mental health needs of students, especially those who...
by Diana Procopis | Jul 6, 2021 | News
A new bill aiming to improve drinking water quality in New York schools will soon be delivered to Gov. Andrew Cuomo for approval after it passed in both the state senate and assembly. Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie and Health Committee Chair Richard N. Gottfried...
by Diana Procopis | Jun 29, 2021 | News
NEW YORK (WWTI) — New surveys are open to school districts in the state to identify risks related to substance abuse, violence and other health topics. The Youth Risk Behavior Survey will measure the strengths and risks in students in high school, grades 9- 12. This...
by Diana Procopis | Jun 29, 2021 | News
Any time is a good time to talk to kids about what it means to be lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and/or questioning (LGBTQ), but June is an especially important opportunity to get the conversation started. June is Pride month, which commemorates the...
by Diana Procopis | Jun 29, 2021 | News
Being a new parent is hard work. Along with the sleepless nights, countless diapers, and potty training, there’s the expense of it all. Below are some of the resources including: Free formula Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Food Banks Free Diapers...
by Diana Procopis | Jun 29, 2021 | News
Road to recovery in the new school year For many families, the emotional scars and learning disruptions are intertwined. Since March of 2020, roughly half of the school’s students have been learning completely virtually, disrupting social rhythms and making it...
