Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County

It's Attendance Awareness Month! 🏫 Did you know that chronic absence can impact a student's proficiency in reading by third grade? Even starting in kindergarten, missing just a couple of days a month can hinder critical literacy skill development. In honor of #AttendanceAwarenessMonth, we're proud to work with and feature Attendance Works, a national leader and resource hub dedicated to advancing student success and closing equity gaps by tackling chronic absence. Let's ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive in school: https://lnkd.in/egkmc-x #StudentSuccess #AttendanceMatters #AttendanceWorks

Help is always available. 💚 This #SuicidePreventionMonth, let’s come together to spread the word and share vital resources that can save lives. Save them, share them, and talk about them with loved ones. You never know who might need to hear that they’re not alone. #MentalHealth

Happy #InternationalLiteracyDay! For children with intellectual disabilities (ID), acquiring reading skills is a basic step toward achieving independence, social inclusion, and participation in the community. Last Friday we had special guests come to Parc Center for Disabilities and read to the kiddos at Discovery Learning Center. This story was "If You Give a Mouse a Cookie" and not only did everyone enjoy the book, but we enjoyed eating cookies too! After all, if you give a mouse a cookie - why not give our 2 year-olds one too? They were all so well behaved and enjoyed the book too! You can help us continue to provide Life Skills Development programs that help with their literacy skills and more. Click here https://lnkd.in/gvgVBDz to donate. Laurie Stogniew Bayshore Marketing Group

Using 988 is free. When you call, text, or chat 988, your conversation is confidential. 988 provides you judgment-free care. Talking with someone can help save your life. #SuicidePrevention

JWB celebrates and supports the 6,000+ Pinellas County grandparents who are the sole providers for their grandchild(ren). #NationalGrandParentsDay #JWBStrengthens #GrandFamilies Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ePj2jVk9

During National Childhood Injury Prevention Week and year-round, let's prioritize our children's safety. Remember to follow the Safe Sleep ABCs: always put babies to sleep Alone on their Backs in an empty Crib with only a tight-fitting sheet. Additionally, ensure car seat safety, supervise children near water, and take precautions to prevent general injuries. For more tips on keeping kids safe, visit JWB's Prevent Child Abuse and Neglect Campaign at https://lnkd.in/eppQUXKJ #SleepBabySafely #SafeSleepSaturday #ChildSafety #InjuryPrevention #JWBPinellas

September 8 marks the inaugural 988 Day! This annual event is dedicated to spreading awareness of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and emphasizing the importance of #mentalhealth support. 💙 This Sunday, we hope you'll join us in using #988Day to share how the #988Lifeline is about “No Judgment. Just Help.” Learn more about how you can participate at Samhsa.gov/988Day.

Happy National #ReadABookDay! 📚 Studies show that reading helps reduce stress, lower blood pressure and increase your imagination and creativity. If you need some #relaxation, try picking up a good book! 📖 Comment your favorite #book below!

Happy National Read A Book Day! 📚 Did you know that #JWBPinellas distributed over 38,000 free books to kids last year, supporting our Grade-Level Reading efforts? Third-grade reading proficiency is a significant predictor of high school graduation and future achievements. That's why JWB and our partners are committed to the Early Readers, Future Leaders: Pinellas Campaign for Grade-Level Reading. Let's celebrate the joy of reading and ensure a bright future for our children. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gCKRXzXC #ReadABookDay #LiteracyMatters #GradeLevelReading #EarlyReadersFutureLeaders

🚨 Join us TOMORROW 🚨 Saturday, September 7th, for an unforgettable day with the Pit Crew at your nearest library! Dive into Storytime 📚 and enjoy engaging activities specially designed for you and your little one. Don't miss out—let’s make tomorrow a day to remember! 📍 West St. Petersburg Community Library 6700 8th Ave. N, ST. 📍 Tarpon Springs Public Library 138 E Lemon St. 📍 Largo Public Library 120 Central Park Dr. 🕒 Time: 10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m. #NationalReadABook #WinBig #StoryTime #JWBTurboBabies #JoinThePitCrew