Pediatrics Plus Connect March Edition

MARCH 2024

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Pediatrics Plus, It is an honor and a privilege to work for an organization that lives out its mission every day to empower children to conquer their world. You all do amazing things for the kids that we serve on a daily basis and your commitment is nothing short of incredible.

Last year, we were able to serve over 6,000 kids, and I’m excited to see what 2024 holds. As we grow and serve more children, I know we will stay committed to providing excellent care that is best-in-class.

When I think of a consistent theme about Pediatrics Plus, it is quality.

From the buildings when you arrive, to the people inside, everything shows quality.

Thank you all so much for everything you do. I love being a part of this organization, and I’m looking forward to what 2024 has in store!

Sincerely,

Chris Bell ,CFO

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We would like to challenge our team members to live in the moment but with a perspective pointing forward. We want to continue to dream small in each and every opportunity that we have serving children and families, but we want to do it with “Someday” in mind.

At Pediatrics Plus, our vision of empowering children to conquer their world is accomplished day in and day out by our team members. Without you – we cannot accomplish this vision.

Pediatrics Plus is able to serve others because of one incredible resource - our people. We don’t just want to point our eyes toward “Someday” for our children and families, we want to challenge you to think about your personal “Someday” dreams. We value our team members and want to help provide resources to see you accomplish your personal “Someday” dreams.

Please take time to pause, reflect, and then tell us your top 3 “Someday” dreams.

Thank you for choosing to be a part of Pediatrics Plus!

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Did you know that The Farm has a wide variety of fruit? Many of the trees/bushes require 3-4 years before they're developed enough for production!

However, we will have strawberries this season!

Currently The Farm boasts almost 50 fruit trees/bushes, including:

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PARENT TEACHER CONFERENCES

March is known for its longer days, basketball brackets, and blooming spring flowers. Kids are eagerly awaiting spring break and the Easter Bunny's visit.

However, it’s also parent teacher conference season, which can lead to uncertainty and stress for many families.

If you left your child’s conference with concerns, evaluation services could be the initial step in helping your child succeed in the classroom.

Psychoeducational/ Psychological assessments analyze a child's reasoning and problem-solving skills, attention span, memory, language, spatial abilities, and a range of executive functions, including planning, organization, and impulse control. The data from the evaluation is then analyzed to identify potential learning differences and academic recommendations or accommodations for his or her school.

Rise Counseling & Diagnostics offers educational and diagnostic testing for children aged 5-18. Our psychologists and psychological examiners are skilled clinicians who conduct comprehensive testing for the following:

·ADD/ADHD ·Anxiety ·Dyslexia/Reading Disorders ·Dysgraphia ·Dyscalculia ·Autism Spectrum Disorder (for children 3 years old and above)

For more information about our testing services, please contact our office manager at 501-891-5492.

Arkansas

Swing for Life

Golf Tournament

Join us for our annual Swing for Life Golf Tournament on April 26th!

Proceeds will help purchase equipment, uniforms, and supplies for our free programs offered to children with special needs and their families through Community Connections!

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April meeting is on the 4th at Share The Love (911 Oak St, Conway). Zoom available!

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Parent Support Group

Community Connections will be hosting monthly support meetings for both English & Spanish speaking parents/caregivers. These meetings are a great chance to share stories, get tips, and receive encouragement from fellow parents raising kids with special needs.

Texas Spring Programs Lego Club Mondays | April 15th-May 27th | 5:30-6:00 Stonebriar Community Church

Monday Funday - Social Club Mondays | April 15th-May 27th | 6:00-6:45 Stonebriar Community Church

Tennis Tuesdays | Now-April 23rd | 5:00-5:50 Stonebriar Community Church

Music Therapy Tuesdays | March 19th-April 23rd | 6:00-6:30 Stonebriar Community Church

Bingo Thursdays | April 11th-May 30th | 5:30-6:00 Frisco Library

Yoga Fridays | April 12th-May 31st | 6:00-6:30 Pediatrics Plus

About Step Up to Wages Step Up to WAGE$ is an Arkansas Early Childhood Association program. This program provides an education-based wage supplement that pays semi-annual stipends to teaching staff in centers and family homes serving children from Birth-5 years of age. These stipends are based on the level of education as well as continuous work hours in the same child care program during a six-month certification period. Reach out to your director with any further questions.

Learn More & Apply Here!

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Theme Day! Get Ready for an 80's Theme Day for The Eclipse on April 8th at your site! Dress in your best 80's outfit, and tag us in your photos at Pediatrics Plus Career’s Facebook page for a chance to win the “Best Of” prizes!

Be sure to like our Pediatrics Plus Career’s Page!

1 Year

Anniversaries Jaile Litaker CTA 1 Year

Perla Martinez-Villegas CTA 1 Year

Madisyn Ming CTA 1 Year

Cali Montgomery RBT 1 Year

Kayla Moore CTA 1 Year

Elizabeth Pierce RBT 1 Year

Emilee Pratt CTA 1 Year

Heather Rabold BCBA 1 Year

Jesse Reed CTA 1 Year

Lacey Ritchie CTA 1 Year

Brooke Scheffler RBT 1 Year

Lorie Willhite CTA 1 Year

1 Year

Anniversaries Shelbie Alves RBT 1 Year

Amara Austin CTA 1 Year

Allison Chapman CTA 1 Year

Chad Gannon Family Relations 1 Year

Mackenzie Hamilton RBT 1 Year

Chelsea Hix CTA 1 Year

Julie Hoffmann RBT 1 Year

Kaitlan Holman CTA 1 Year

Kat Keene Family Relations 1 Year

Kaitlyn Kelsay RBT 1 Year

Caroline Latture RBT 1 Year

Carlie Butler CTA 1 Year

Delayne Divelbiss RBT 1 Year

April Fields RBT 1 Year

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Anniversaries Jillian Crawford CTA 2 Years

Abbie Dolan Coord. Summer Prog. & Curr.

Proccess 2 Years

Brittany Martin Activities Coord.

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Debra McGill CLT 2 Years

Hannah Schelle DP Assit. Dir. 2 Years

Laura Whitworth Therapy Coord.

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Jaclyn Williams Food Prog.

Specialist 2 Years

Olivia Carter OT 3 Years

Ashely Counts OT Float 3 Years

Hannah Cox BCBA 3 Years

Christie Homratsamy BCBA 3 Years

Logan Hunt COTA 3 Years

2-5 Year

Anniversaries Maci Parrish OT 3 Years

Marilyn Micheletti RN 4 Years

Crystal Kidd CTA 3 Years

Megan Miller OT 3 Years

Kirstin Bowman CTA 5 Years

Jasmin Burton COTA 4 Years

Jedidiah Johnson DP Director 5 Years

6-9 Year

Anniversaries Dawn Dickerson OT Evaluator 6 Years

Lesley Licon Staff Accountant 6 Years

Krista Bleifus PT 8 Years

Erica Bright CLT 7 Years

Courtney Regester ST 9 Years

10+ Year

Anniversaries Scarlett Jones Rise Exec. Dir. 11 Years

Charles Garrett IT Tech 10 Years

Jennifer Northern ST 12 Years

Sonya Brown DP Trainer 11 Years

Amelia Howell ST 12 Years