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Strategies to nurture Your Child’s Mental Health this Summer

Summer is a wonderful time for children to relax and have fun, but it can also be a challenging time for their mental health....

5 Student Tips for Avoiding Summer Slide

Summer is an exciting time - no classes, no homework, and long days spent enjoying the sun. However, it's important to remember that taking...

15 Exercises That Can Improve Your Mental Health

Mental health is something that is often overlooked in our busy lives. We tend to prioritize our physical health over our mental health, which...

Register for Summer Camp with DPR

If you are interested in the DC Department of Parks and Recreation's Summer Camp offerings for 2025, CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

Pathways to Wellness

DCPS School Mental Health is hosting "Pathways to Wellness: Community Conversations about Mental Health" throughout the month of May. All DCPS Parents and Guardians are...

Mental Health for Students and Families in 2025: Understanding, Supporting, and Thriving

Mental health awareness is more important than ever in 2025. With the growing complexities of educational pressures, increased social media engagement, global uncertainties, and...

Understanding Dysgraphia

Dysgraphia is a condition that affects a person's ability to write. Individuals with dysgraphia may struggle with letter formation, writing speed, spacing, and spelling....

Getting Through Grief and Loss: A Guide for Students

Experiencing the loss of someone dear to us can be one of the most challenging and difficult things to face in life. Grief can...

MTSS in Schools: Everything You Need to Know as a Parent

As a parent, you want the best for your child when it comes to education. And with all the acronyms and jargon floating around,...

Why Executive Functioning is Key to Learning Success

Have you ever felt that you are not able to function properly when you try to study? Do you feel like you are not...

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