Parents need each other for support in so many ways at all ages. This article will remind you of the benefits of your "Village.”
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At our Advisory Board on October 16, 2019, we had exciting updates from one of our summer interns, the launch of newly vetted, mental health resources and service providers, the release of highlights from our youth health survey Findings Report, and some exciting program announcements. Thank you to the members of our Advisory Board for starting their day with us on behalf of Pelham youth!
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On October 17, 2019, Pelham Together hosted a screening of The First Day, a documentary that follows Chris Herren, a former McDonald’s All-American and professional basketball player, as he addresses high school audiences about his early drinking, struggles with self-esteem, eventual substance addiction, and journey to recovery. Chris talks openly about how alcohol affected his family life while growing up, the effect it had on him, and how he wishes he had made different choices about substance use from an early age.
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October 15, 2019 - Pelham, NY – Pelham Together coordinated a student health survey of 8th, 10th, and 12th graders to monitor youth substance use and mental health and wellness. Partnering with Pelham Public Schools and Dr. Suniya Luthar, a noted developmental psychologist and renowned expert in youth resilience who has focused her most recent research on outcomes for children in high achieving schools, Pelham Together is releasing the findings report to help drive future programming.
Read MoreThe process of finding a “therapist” can be overwhelming. Even the term “therapist” is unclear — many different professionals are licensed to provide therapy. By breaking the process down into several steps, and explaining terminology, we hope to facilitate your search for a qualified therapist who is right for you.
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Pelham Together, Pelham Schools, and Crisis Text Line are partnering to put awareness stickers in all HS and MS bathrooms. Stickers alert students to a service that enables kids to connect to a crisis counselor by text, any time, day or night. Learn more about this important resource here.
Read MoreAs Suicide Prevention Month winds down, we found this article very informative and helpful. Knowing the risk factors, recognizing the warning signs...File this article under "knowledge is power". . . LoHud Article
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Our last article discussed how to use science to talk to our teens about vaping. This infographic is very useful—the brain develops from back to front, leaving the reasoning part of the brain for last and the most susceptible to substances. To read the full article on Partnership for Drug Free Kids, click here.
Read MoreDr. Luthar was in Pelham last June to talk about the results of Pelham’s youth health study. She told us then that “high achievement culture” was now considered a risk factor contributing to youth substance use, rule-breaking, anxiety and depression. Now it’s making its rounds in the news.
Read MoreFriday, October 18, 5:30 to 8:30 PM. PMS and PMHS students needed to help elementary school students with arts and crafts, temporary tattoos, backyard games, and serving food.
Read MoreThere is no magic answer to when and how much freedom to give your tweens, but it’s a good idea to start. This article makes some good suggestions for gauging when your tween might be ready.
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Pelham Together hosted another successful internship experience this summer for 36 Pelham teens at 25 different organizations. A lunch with local community leaders, mentors, and a visit from Assemblywoman Amy Paulin were just some of the highlights! Read more for details on the training and projects complete with pictures of this incredible group of teens!
Read MoreOur recent survey tells us that 13% of Pelham teens have vaped in the last 30 days, with 30% of our 12th graders having done so. We need to stay on top of this epidemic for our kids. https://buff.ly/2MLNSnh
Read MoreMarijuana use is on the rise, particularly via vaping. More states are legalizing marijuana for adults, but the Surgeon General says the dangers of use among teens are increasing. Read here to learn more. . .
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On sale at: J Cafe (business hours); Pelham Art Center (business hours); 9th Grade Parent Orientation, 8/29, 8-9:30am; De Cicco’s Table, 8/29, 4:30-6:30pm; Wolf’s Walk, 9/7, 4-8pm. Calendars will be available at Back-To-School Open House Events as supplies last.
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Congratulations to PMHS Students Caleb Persanis, Margot Wies and Sophia Shulzhenko for their HOP Awards, and PMS Students Kirsten Agbenyega and Erik Fontanella for their HOP Jr. Awards!!
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THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU to our generous sponsors and our wonderful community. SummerFest was a great success thanks to everyone coming together. You can re-live the event through photos found here.
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Part of the SummerFest fun were the three competitions–a Dog Show, a Bake-Off and a Volleyball Tournament. Here are the winners, who all deserve serious bragging rights since the competition was fierce! Pictures from entire event found here.
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THANK YOU to all who came out for SummerFest yesterday and celebrating what Pelham is all about!! We are so happy it went so well and was enjoyed by so many!! Over 700 people in beautiful Chester Park!
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On Monday June 10, parents, school administrators, and mental health professionals gathered at The Picture House to hear researcher and leading expert Dr. Suniya Luthar present Pelham Together’s recent survey results and report on how Pelham teens feel about friendship, academic pressure, social media, substance use, and emotional well-being.
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