"Books, Friends, and Choices:

"Starting Fresh: Choosing Success Over Risk"

The choices that shape our teens and preteens determines their school year and their future. From friends and fun to challenges and pressures, every decision counts. Smart decisions can help them stay safe, reach their goals, and enjoy the year ahead—without the risks."

Kids of all ages are eager to learn! Some periods like lunch and recess in the top tier of likes. Schools and parents can cross the great divide of what they need to know to have a successful life and what they want to learn. Most importantly the things that can actually derail their lives erasing their potential for success!

Talk to your teens and educate yourself!

As a parent or caregiver, you want the best for your children or other dependents. You may be concerned or have questions about certain behaviors they exhibit and how to ensure they get help. Get the resources you need at:

https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk/parents-and-caregivers

PARENTING IN AN ADDICTIVE WORLD:

WHEN TO STEP IN & HOW TO HELP

Parenting in today’s world means navigating a minefield of addictive temptations—social media, pornography, and substances can pull kids in before they even realize what’s happening. So how do you know when to step in, and how can you help without pushing them away? Join Kriya Lendzion, a counselor and prevention expert with over 30 years of experience, as she shares real-world strategies to help you guide your child through these challenges with warmth, structure, and impact. Drawing from her own journey through teen addiction, Kriya offers insight into what’s really going on beneath risky behaviors and how you can intervene in ways that build trust and lasting change.

How can we help our teens stay safe!

Operation Parent has wonderful webinars! Check out this webinar and this amazing sight! Visit www.operationparent.org

Listen, Like and Subscribe to our new channel "Step Up To Save Our Children" on Youtube.com!!

How Can I help My Teen?

Talk to Your Teen-They listen!!

https://www.samhsa.gov/talk-they-hear-you

Will you join our effort!

You are receiving this valuable newsletter to keep you informed about ways to safeguard your children Step Up Anderson Township is a coalition of community members and parents dedicated to a safe, healthy and drug free community.   Please take a few minutes to read and educate yourselves in an effort to keep our children safe!

Please share this newsletter with family and friends!! Visit our website at www.stepupanderson.org for valuable information on understanding, educating and helping our children!