Mental Health Awareness Month

Connect with family. Encourage kids to talk and share what's going on in their lives.                                                              Spend quality time together talking, playing games, reading out loud, dancing and more.

7 Habits of Highly Effective Kids

From: The Leader in Me by Stephen Covey

1. Be Proactive

I have a “Can Do” attitude. I choose my actions, attitudes and

moods. I don’t blame others. I do the right thing without being

asked, even if nobody is looking.

2. Begin With the End in Mind

I plan ahead and set goals. I do things that have meaning and

make a difference. I am an important part of my school. I look for

ways to be a good citizen.

3. Put First Things First

I spend my time on things that are most important. This means I

say no to things I should not do. I set priorities, make a schedule,

and follow my plan. I am organized.

4. Think Win-Win

I want everyone to be a success. I don’t have to put others down

to get what I want. It makes me happy to see other people happy.

I like to do nice things for others. When a conflict arrives, I help

brainstorm a solution. We all can win!

5. Seek First to Understand

I listen to other people’s ideas and feelings. I try to see things

from their viewpoints. I listen to others without interrupting. I am

confident in voicing my ideas.

6. Synergize

I value other people’s strengths and learn from them. I get along

well with others, even people who are different from me. I work

well in groups. I seek out other people’s ideas to solve problems.

I know that “two heads are better than one”. I am a better person

when I let other people into my life and work.

7. Sharpen the Saw

I take care of my body by eating right, exercising, and getting

sleep. I spend time with family and friends. I learn in lots of ways

and lots of places.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month

Have you seen pinwheels around town?  The blue Pinwheels is the national symbol for Child Abuse Prevention.  April is an opportunity to find out about child abuse.  Be a part of the solution.  Register for a workshop, make a donation, report abuse if you suspect a child is being abused.

Parents looking for peace of mind when kids are away from them might consider a smart watch.  Especially for young schoolers. This watch is parent approved.  Great reviews.  The GPS is not totally accurate, however it will locate childrren within a block.

GizmoWatch 2 is a kid-friendly smartwatch designed with your child's safety in mind. It is chock-full of features parents will love, like a GPS locator, reminders and easy-to-use parental controls.

This is one smart watch that fosters independence while helping to provide parents a little peace of mind. It includes interactive features like a step tracker to encourage healthy habits and to-do lists with rewards.

Set up to 10 trusted contacts that kids can send voice notes to, call, or text. Waterproof, durable and easy to use.

In honor of Women's History Month, we salute women who are making a difference.