Pediatrics Plus Connect June Edition

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ANotefrom ourCTO, Kara Elmore

Pediatrics Plus Team Members,

I am delighted that you have chosen to be a part of the Pediatrics Plus family. As a family, we work together, share together, laugh together, and grow together. When a team of passionate professionals commits to working towards a common mission, Empowering Children to Conquer Their World, change will occur! We need your compassion, heart to serve, positivity, and dedication to problem solving to make a difference in the lives of children and families We cannot thank you enough for bringing your best self to work each and every day!

As Pediatrics Plus continues to expand across Arkansas, we look forward to welcoming new team members into our family. Thank you for continually pouring out your knowledge and sharing your talents with our new team members. We could not train new employees without your willingness to teach and mentor those around you Your intentionality to introduce yourself to a new face in the hallway, ask someone to eat lunch with you, or join you for an out of work activity like book club or kickball does not go unnoticed You are continuing to build the culture of Pediatrics Plus through simple acts of kindness and connection!

Thank you for being a part of the Pediatrics Plus family! Your impact is greater than you know, and you are probably the reason someone wants to work at Pediatrics Plus! I cannot wait to see what we will accomplish together throughout the remainder of 2024!

Kara Elmore , CTO

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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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We are thrilled to announce that Alicia Skinner has been awarded the Empower Team Member of the Quarter!

Alicia's dedication, positive attitude, and exceptional teamwork have truly set her apart. Her unwavering commitment to excellence and her passion for empowering others has made a significant impact on our team and the clients we serve. Congratulations, Alicia, on this well-deserved recognition for your outstanding contributions to Pediatrics Plus.

Curriculum Curriculum Classroom Classroom beyond the beyond the

Cowboys Week Camping Week

PAPERPLATE HORSES MAKING S’MORES

What you’ll need:

Paper plates, brown paint, paintbrush, white card stock, colored card stock, glue stick, brown marker, and scissors.

Spider/Insects Week

Grab the chocolate, marshmallows, and graham crackers! No Fire? No problem!

Encourage your children to explore nature with a bug scavenger hunt!

Learn how to make oven smores! Download it here! Learn how to make cloud dough! Full Instructions Here!

Summer Fun Week

SCAVENGER HUNT CLOUD DOUGH

Make Cloud Dough with just three easy ingredients! Cornstarch, lotion, and food coloring!

Spring has brought a wonderful collection of fresh greens, wonderful cabbages, and beautiful cauliflower and broccoli florets, but as the heat ramps up these tender crops will be lost, and the robust summer crops will step into the spotlight.

We thank you all for engaging with and supporting the markets at the Bryant and Conway Farms and we look forward to bringing you a wide selection of new produce as the summer progresses!

BRYANT MARKET

BLACK BEAUTY TOMATO SWEET CORN

CONWAY MARKET

WE ARE THRILLED TO ANNOUNCE THE NEWEST ADDITIONS TO OUR TEAM

Allison Sweatman

Licensed Masters Social Worker

Allison is serving families at our Cantrell location. She specializes in complex trauma in teens and adults.

Licensed Associate Counselor

Ben will also be joining our Little Rock team. He is open to working with all ages but specializes in blended families, trauma, and grief.

Ben Ghormley

PROGRAMS

FISHING

Conway | Fort Smith

TEEN GAME GROUP

Conway TOP SOCCER

Greenwood | Little Rock

YOUNG ADULT SOCIAL GROUP

Cabot | Conway | Russellville

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FAMILY SUPPORT EVENTS

PARENT RESPITE LITERACY

Conway

PARENT SUPPORT GROUP

In-Person meetings in Conway. Zoom and GroupMe is also available.

RESPITE CARE EVENTS

Bryant | Conway | Little Rock | Mena

ARCADE FAMILY DAY

Van Buren

KIDS TRIATHLON

Conway ’

GOOD NIGHT FUNDRAISER

Little Rock

OUR GOOD NIGHT "SUITS & SNEAKERS" FUNDRAISER IS NOW OPEN FOR SPONSORS, TICKETS TO THE EVENT, & AUCTION ITEM DONATIONS.

Propel is our company new hire orientation that introduces you to leadership and the mission of Pediatrics Plus. It is a day full of information, food, games, and prizes. It is an opportunity to network with others in the company from across our sites.

The intent is for you to walk away with an understanding of the big picture of Pediatrics Plus and how vital you are to what we are doing. We want you to know just how much we appreciate you and how you can join us in our purpose and move forward in your career here at Pediatrics Plus.

Propel is held at our corporate office in Conway, and we give gas cards to those that have to travel from another site.

If you are new or have been here for awhile, we want you to attend. We have Propel on the second Thursday of every month. Ask your Director about your opportunity to join us!

H A V E Y O U H E A R D A B O U T P R O P E L ? W E L O O K F O R W A R D T O S E E I N G Y O U T H E R E !

Richard Loghry for

3D PRINTING COURSE THERAPEUTIC

INTERVENTION

Pediatrics Plus would like to say a huge thank you to Richard Loghry for putting together a fantastic 3D Printing Course! Your dedication and effort in creating this valuable resource for our therapists and the community is truly commendable. This course will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the quality of care we provide and open up new possibilities for therapeutic interventions

Conway’s GARDEN SPOT

Students from the University of Central Arkansas, Alysia Cashion and Sarah Holloway, created a unique gardening spot at Pediatrics PlusConway. The garden offers a multisensory experience for our young clients. It also helps to boost mental health, nutrition knowledge, social connection, responsibility, strengthening through physical activity, and much more.

1 Mexico Week2 Tanzania

Week 3 Italy Week 4 Egypt

We are so excited to kick off Summer Camp 2024! Our around the world theme will immerse children in fun activities and learning about other countries!

JUNE 3AUGUST 7

VAN BUREN

JUNE 3AUGUST 7

JUNE 3JULY 25

LITTLE ROCK

JUNE 3JULY26

1 Year Anniversaries

BrashalBennett cta1year

Kendierobinson cta1Year

HannahDeLeon CTA1Year

shaterrabelcher COTA

megandorsett rn1Year

monicasharma aa1year

madelinebowen CTAs1year

chelsearoquemore RBT1year

saraivy ot1year

Jakiahiaholmes cta1year

trishasanders de1Year

shavonicawilson-box RBT1Year

jennaray RBT1Year

courtneytrotter CTA1year

Taylorealy-tyiska cta1year

lindseynash Familyrelations 1year

kylinNeal RBT1year

keiarasmith bt1year

haileecunningham rbt1year

daraochoa aa1year

ansleycumberland st1year

chasechance rbt1year

victoriacarter rbt1year

straisleydubois cota1year

katiemoran cota1year

annagroves st1year

JennaHorton st1year

rachelbezerra gonclaves rbt1year

Jacquelinekennard st1Year

kaylamoore cta1year

loristocks rn1year

laurenhager Clt1year

Devynpaden st1year

jadasims bt1YEAR

karliray cta1year

katherinecarson marketing1year

Maysoonbiller st1year

2-5 Year Anniversaries

laritaGeorge RBT2years

truittpatrum fps2years

Paularussell

FamilyRelations 2years

Allisonsims st2years

mackenzielilly st2years

veniseshaw rbt2years

Kinleyray rbt2years

nicholassmith rbt2years

savannahsosebee ct2years

leahhouser st2years

shaunastycasteel rbt/fws2years

tieragray RBT2years

haleyherring st2years

alexisgoodin CLT2years

angelarobinson cta2years

Meaganhalcomb Cc2years

meganchilders ctas2years

sallyjasper ctas2years

skylarhobby rbt2years

erinwaters pas2years

averymcalpin clt2years

ashlingivens cta2years

danielledaves bcba2years

lydiahardin preschooldir2years

baileycrumpler st2years

LakenyaRidgell rbt3years

Mckenziekist st3years

landrygannon familyrelations 3years

alexisralls rbt3years

janetyoung st3years

Chandlerclingan therapydir.3years

debravittitow st3years

juliamullins mhpclinical supervisor3years

madisonstear ctas3years

brentgregg st3years

anabrooks lmsw3years

maggiebishop bcba3years

nicoleslough st3years

kelseyclark bcba3years

haleypilgreen ot3years

micheleborne Farmdir.3years

kellibloomfield ot3years

haleytaylor st3years

aimeecloud st3years

marleyhuggins pt3years

sarahwilson-cotton lpe3years

2-5 Year Anniversaries

daniellebrown clt4years

andreafreiling bcba4years

kristinfrye clt4years

rhondagruchalski st4years

mackenziecarroll st4years

kylerkelton st4years

kristenstewart st5years

ericaluke ccExec.dir.5years

Lyndalgreen ot5years

megankoenigseder st6years

juliescalfano st6years

lynnlefler aa6years

kyjanamoore lpn6Years

emilywoodson st7years

tynishamosby asstdir.7years

laurenlundblade st7years

kalebmclarty therapydir.7years

jessicasanchez cota7years

Year Anniversaries

meghanhelpenstill st7years

danielemckinney recruiter7years

carrieblankenship pt8years

noahhansen ot9years

adriennereeves lpe9years

paulawright-romo fpa9years

brittneyfreeman FamilyRelationsTeam lead9years

10+ Year Anniversaries

morganhenry ot11years

amandaburgess stfloat13years

claudiamoran otcon.13years

larahumphries ot13years

ceciliacreasman st14years

amygreen st15years

leahlowe research& professionalrelations 17years