Thread: It sure looks like phones are making students around the world dumber I wrote about the new PISA report on student test scores, which have been falling steadily in OECD countries since 2012 —> theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/…

A No-Screen-Time Policy for Kids Is the Wrong Move pcmag.com/opinions/no-sc…

The topic of our meeting will be School Transitions as 504 meetings are coming up to plan for the next school year. Counselors from middle and high schools will be available. Email us if you'd like to share your experience. RSVP here: forms.gle/Spa7Y1qTW4XzyD…

Join us via zoom on 2/5/24 and learn more about Teen Dating: Healthy versus Unhealthy Relationships. The recording and resources will be sent to all registrants. This event is hosted by West Hartford Public Schools & WH Community of Concern. Register here: tinyurl.com/jjurk92a

A Call for Art Submissions from 6-12 Grade Students! We are looking for diverse forms of art of ALL skills levels related to our theme, “Taking Care of the Mind, Heart & Body” to be exhibited at our Youth Wellness Fair in March. Submission form link: communityofconcernwh.wordpress.com/1419-2/

Join Interval House and our partners in prevention on Feb. 12th at noon for a webinar about the importance of proactive conversations and intervention when abuse is apparent in our teens’ relationships, and the resources available to parents and educators. tinyurl.com/tdvamwebinar

Did you miss our "Teen Dating: Healthy vs. Unhealthy Relationships" event? Watch the recording now: 68e2.edulnk.com/e/sm65z/rxL5Y2…..

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Tuesday March 12! Register now to learn the essentials for helping kids avoid or quit vaping. tinyurl.com/5n6rvd2 ParentsAgainstVaping is a national grassroots organization founded in 2018 by three New York City moms as a response to the youth vaping epidemic.

Teen Wellness Fair § Art Show, March 23 Hall High School Discover the power of wellness at our upcoming fair for grades 6-12 (caregivers welcome too!) This event is hosted by West Hartford Community of Concern with many partners. Registration link: tinyurl.com/59e5xutm

#TeenWellnessFairWH Teens and adults are welcome to participate in the 2:00pm suicide prevention training training during the Teen Wellness Fair on Saturday, March 23 at Hall High School. Register today: tinyurl.com/59e5xutm.

Join us on 5/2/24 from 6-8pm at King Philip Middle School, 100 King Philip Dr., West Hartford, for a viewing of "Screenagers: Growing Up in the Digital Age." Adults & teens are invited to view & discuss the film. Child care, refreshments, & language translations will be available

Drug Take Back Day is this Saturday, April 27, from 10am - 2pm at West Hartford Town . Also check out two activities great for parents/caregivers: (1)Hidden in Plain Sight - how to identify spot vaping & drug paraphernalia for adults ages 23 and up & (2) Narcan Training

ADHD Parenting: Planning for summer and next year, Wednesday, May 8th from 6:15-7:30pm, West Hartford Town Hall, Room 400 RSVP: forms.gle/aThboQBM4kc5xM…. Join us for the year-end meeting to talk about summer ideas and tips to prepare for next school year.

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⁦Lisa Damour, PhD⁩ #teenmentalhealth instagram.com/reel/C90Iq9JJk…

Quick Survey for Parents of Middle & High School Students. Share your input by 9/1/2024. forms.gle/sRVCCykxQpFjTf…

For most kids, the new school year brings a mix of excitement and apprehension. Click below to hear my full conversation with NPR about how to support your tweens and teens! loom.ly/BZRVtdE

2nd year of hosting a supportive community space for caregivers of adolescents with ADHD.RSVP: forms.gle/qUyt13rFsmXs9g…

Webinar: Emotion Regulation Skills Wednesday, October 9  8-9:30pm on Zoom Hosted by The Wellness Institute with Jewish Family Services of Greater Hartford Jennifer L. Hartstein, PsyD, specializes FREE Registration: eventbrite.com/e/emotion-regu….