Celebrating National Preschool Health and Fitness Day: Fun Ways to Keep Little Ones Active!
Did you know that National Preschool Health and Fitness Day is a thing? It’s a special day dedicated to getting our tiny tots moving and fostering healthy habits early on….
Grace Under Pressure: Embracing Life After Breast Cancer
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, A Second Chance, Inc. had the privilege of speaking with Lee Grace Jones, affectionately known as Gracie, a resilient survivor whose journey through…
Drowning Prevention: The Vital Role of Swimwear Color
As we delve into the depths of summer, enjoying water activities becomes a cherished pastime for many. Whether it’s a day at the beach or a refreshing dip in the…
Ways to Celebrate Irish-American Heritage Month
America notoriously celebrates St. Patrick’s Day even bigger than any other country! Here are some options to celebrate Irish-American heritage month with your family. 1. Relax and Watch a Movie…
Sharing Our Year in Review: A Strong Year of Kinship as a Culture of Learning
Through over 30 years of knowledge building for an effective kin-first culture, we know that kinship care work must include the kinship triad (the child, birth parent, and caregiver). In reflecting over…
Free Developmental Screenings for Children
The ELRC Region 5 is hosting four Ages & Stages Questionnaires® developmental screening events for free during the month of September. Learn More Families with children ages two months to…
Educating Ourselves to Educate Our Children on the Importance of Juneteenth
A Message on Juneteenth from Dr. Sharon L. McDaniel The symbolism of the federal Juneteenth holiday is strong. It calls out the profound contribution of enslaved Black Americans and their…
Indigenous Peoples Day: Children’s Books Written by Indigenous Authors
Indigenous peoples have unique relationships with the land on which they have lived for generations. National Indigenous Peoples Day, celebrated on October 11, is a holiday that commemorates the original…