September Newsletter
North Greene Bright Futures staff is ready for the 2023-2024 school year. We are always accepting referrals- let us know who has a child that is zero to three years old or any families that are expecting. Bright Futures provides parent-child activities, group activities, screenings, and family support/resources.
#webelieveinnorthgreene #parentsasteachers #birthtothree
Be careful and cautious- Dangerously hot conditions TODAY and FRIDAY with heat index values up to 110 expected!!
Back to School Bash for students who are going to attend North Greene School Dist #3- 2 more days to get pre-registered!! Visit North Greene Back to School Bash on Facebook and send them a message to get pre-registered!!
https://www.facebook.com/photo?fbid=312209291149947&set=pb.100070826341275.-2207520000.
In May, and every month, we support Maternal Mental Health. According to Postpartum Support International (PSI), “As many as 1 in 7 moms (1 in 10 dads) experience symptoms of depression and anxiety during the postpartum period. People of every age, income level, race, and culture can develop Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders (PMADs) during pregnancy and within the first year after delivery.”
This is a common experience as a mother, and the more we speak out about this very fact, the more we can reduce the stigma surrounding maternal mental health.
https://www.inputfortwayne.com/features/maternal-mental-health.aspx
From Prevent Child Abuse Illinois: May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! Children don't always have the words to describe how they're feeling inside, which can cause them to "act out" when they're feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Check out this great graphic to learn how a child's anxiety might show up as something else. #mentalhealth #childrensmentalhealth
Check out the Jacksonville Farmers Market this Summer/Fall!!
Join us for Sensory Night tonight at North Greene Elementary!! We will have different areas set up for every age group in the program! It might be a good idea to bring an extra set of clothes- we plan to have a really good time!
We are now accepting new families! If you know someone who is expecting or has a child under 3, please call our office at 217-374-6579 or fill out an application located at the top of our website!
CHALLENGE: Be screen-free, with your child for 1 hour today. Comment and/or add a picture in the comments of what you and your child did that was screen-free.
Here are 5 reasons why your children would benefit from screen-free time: 1) It gives their brains a break. 2) It helps your family reset priorities and connections. 3) It provides children time to explore other interests. 4) It helps children rediscover what REAL play is. 5) It supplies a reality check
We really enjoyed the families that were able to attend our workshop on January 24th!! The Carrollton Bank Representatives gave us important information and a good time!!! Carrollton Bank also provided each child with their own piggy bank and 4 quarters to start their own savings.
Bright Futures Family Program 217-374-6579
Affiliation and the PAT Evidence-based Model
Parents as Teachers Affiliates are organizations whose home visiting program is designed to implement the Parents as Teachers model.
The Parents as Teachers evidence-based home visiting model is backed by nearly 40 years of independent research with proven outcomes on:
Increasing parent knowledge of early childhood development and improving parent practices
Providing early detection of developmental delays and health issues
Preventing child abuse and neglect
Increasing children’s school readiness and success
Improving maternal and child health
The Parents as Teachers model is highly rated on several national and international evidence-based clearinghouses.
Utensils and High Chairs: When is Baby Ready?
As baby begins to eat more solids, you may have some questions about high chairs and utensils.
https://pathways.org/utensils-and-high-chairs/?utm_source=Pathways.org+Subscribers&utm_campaign=1bf32b7d98-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2020_03_02_02_56_COPY_02&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_2e064ee131-1bf32b7d98-188063441
REMINDER:
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.
REMINDER:
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.
Tech Shop and E-Cycle
SECOND REMINDER:
Roodhouse Families that signed up for the Christmas Toy Drive- pickup will be Dec 19-21, 5pm-8pm at the fire station.
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.
REMINDER:
Roodhouse Families that signed up for the Christmas Toy Drive- pickup will be Dec 19-21, 5pm-8pm at the fire station.
White Hall Families that signed up for Tree of Joy- Delivery will be on the 24th. Other deliveries/pickup times for food. Hillview and Patterson residents, pick up food and toys between 3pm and 5pm.