Parent To Parent “How do you provide your child a safe place to learn and grow at home?” “To promote a safe learning environment for my teenager, I keep our home computer in a public place and monitor use of the internet. This lessens the likelihood of my teen accessing sites that are inappropriate or counterproductive.” Ammie W. “I found that just having continuous communication with my teenage daughter has helped her grow, learn and be safe. Although some conversations can feel awkward and uncomfortable I learned to listen and not just judge and provide her with guidance which makes for a safe and learning home.” Elizabeth O. “We try and have dinner together as a family as much as possible at the table. Then the kids do homework and we assist as needed. No cell phones allowed in the bed rooms. You check it on the kitchen counter. We have a no TV or video games during the week policy as well.” Terry S. “I make sure my child knows it is much better to ask a question than not to ask. I make it known that no question is too silly, and he will never be made to feel dumb for asking a question.” Beth D. “My children are somewhat sheltered so I find that watching the news together and being there to answer any questions helps them to know how to be careful in and out of the house.” Simone G.
Partnerships Update: United Way of the Midlands has awarded recertification to Communities In Schools of the Midlands as having met their standards. Speaking of Schools (http://www.scetv.org/index.php/speaking_of_schools/) will feature Communities In Schools of the Midlands along with Greenville and Charleston in January. The topic will be providing a child with a one-on-one relationship with a caring adult.
Surrounding students with a community of support E.L. Wright Middle School
Dent Middle School
C.A. Johnson High School
Heyward Gibbes Middle School
Success Coach Shelly Francis
Success Coach Randi Johnson
Success Coach Justin Hopkins
Success Coach Diane Paynter
Department of Juvenile Justice