Resources for McHenry
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How to Help Children Build Resilience in Uncertain Times
HealthyChildren.org’s How to Help Children Build Resilience in Uncertain Times provides information on the feelings many of us experience during uncertain times and how they provide a chance to model and teach lifelong resilience skills...
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How To Maintain Your Social Relationships During Online School (For Kids and Teens)
Mental Health America provides information for helping kids and teens transition to online school and tips for staying connected with their friends virtually.
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How to Support a Child with Epilepsy: Information for Parents
“How to Support a Child with Epilepsy: Information for Parents” from HealthyChildren.org, the American Academy of Pediatrics’ parenting website, provides tips for encouraging and supporting a child with epilepsy from infancy to adulthood. Topics include:...
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How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus
Information from PBS.
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How to Teach Children About Disabilities and Inclusion
Inclusion is the law, but it takes more than legal compliance to create an environment where all children feel included and valued. Educating children about disability and inclusion can protect vulnerable students from bullying and...
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iCan Shine Recreation Programs for Individuals With Disabilities
iCan Shine collaborates with local charities, parks and recreation departments, schools, and motivated parents to provide recreational programs for people with disabilities who want to learn to ride a bike, swim or dance. iCan Shine...
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iCanConnect is a national communication equipment distribution program for people with significant combined hearing and vision loss. The program helps eligible individuals who are deaf-blind stay connected to friends, family and the world by providing...
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IDPH & ISBE Joint Guidance for COVID-19 Prevention in Schools
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) have fully adopted CDC guidelines and have provided guidance for the school year in a joint summary Operational Guidance for K-12...
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Illinois Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side developed this goal tracking form for families to use during times of learning away from the physical classroom, such as e-learning. It aims to help parents keep...
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igrow is the Illinois symbol for quality evidence-based home visiting services to expectant parents and families with new babies and young children. igrow home visiting provides family support and coaching to young parents who may...