https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2026/03/10/when-young-people-find-their-voice-everyone-wins/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_5461.jpgIMG_5461https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_5563.jpgIMG_5563https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/img_5272.jpgIMG_5272https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/leg-days18.jpgLeg Days18https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/leg-days35.jpgLeg Days35https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/leg-days26.jpgLeg Days26https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/leg-days7_social.jpgLeg Days7_socialhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/photowithgovpillen_2026.jpgPhotowithGovPillen_2026Legislative Days participants with Governor Pillen2026-03-10T13:57:39+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2026/02/13/from-care-to-coach-tyeishas-story-shows-the-power-of-connection/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/tyeishathompson_blog-e1771014053590.jpgTyeishaThompson_blog2026-02-13T20:42:24+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2026/02/06/unearthing-stories-how-nebraska-growing-readers-brings-science-and-literacy-together/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/ashfallfossilbeds_cover.pngAshfallFossilBeds_cover2026-02-06T14:42:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2026/01/26/rooted-year-in-review-building-stronger-foundations-for-nebraskas-youngest-learners/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/picture7.jpgPicture72026-01-26T15:17:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/12/22/why-nebraska-is-investing-in-boys-and-the-heal-economy/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/maleteacher_students.jpgTeacher checking pupil notebooksYoung school teacher helping elementary students while writing in notebooks. Hispanic male teacher wearing spectacles and checking student notebooks after test while talking to them in classroom. Happy male teacher helping and checking works of pupil in classroom.2026-01-15T19:53:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/12/23/walking-together-for-recovery-and-safe-beginnings-in-north-platte/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/196-1.jpg196https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/193-1.jpg193https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/194-1.jpg194https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/193.jpg193https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/196.jpg196https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/194.jpg194https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/198.jpg198https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/200.jpg2002025-12-23T15:26:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/12/01/does-your-face-light-up/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/pexels-photo-34955529.jpegmother and child sharing a joyful moment indoorsPhoto by Seljan Salimova on <a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/mother-and-child-sharing-a-joyful-moment-indoors-34955529/" rel="nofollow">Pexels.com</a>2025-12-01T16:10:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/07/31/when-dinosaurs-roamed-the-library/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dino-2-1.jpgDino 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dino-3.jpgDino 3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dino-2.jpgDino 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/dino-1.jpgDino 12025-11-24T22:49:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/11/04/big-hearts-open-arms-and-long-hours-cares-act-funding-brings-childcare-providers-and-nebraska-children-together-2/2025-11-14T16:54:13+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/06/09/mission-and-ministry-kenesaw-opens-its-new-childcare-center-thanks-to-its-committed-residents-and-communities-for-kids/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/c4kteam3.jpgWhether you’re a believer in fate, divine intervention, or hard work, Adams County Communities for Kids blends these elements. Find out how patience and faith created the perfect childcare center at the perfect time. Read more. Whether you’re a believer in fate, divine intervention, or hard work, Adams County Communities for Kids blends these elements. Find out how patience and faith created the perfect childcare center at the perfect time. Read more. 2025-11-04T16:28:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/09/16/bubbles-and-blocks-how-nebraska-children-and-childcare-providers-create-the-foundation-for-well-being-during-the-pandemic/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/cory-7.jpgWhen the pandemic struck, early childhood programs found themselves in dire straits. With fluctuating enrollments, mortgages to pay, and children to care for, the future of childcare seemed unpredictable. Read about how Nebraska Children's expert early childhood team worked with providers and owners of early childhood programs like Cory Quimby to ensure they could see through to the end of the pandemic.When the pandemic struck, early childhood programs found themselves in dire straits. With fluctuating enrollments, mortgages to pay, and children to care for, the future of childcare seemed unpredictable. Read about how Nebraska Children's expert early childhood team worked with providers and owners of early childhood programs like Cory Quimby to ensure they could see through to the end of the pandemic. 2025-11-04T16:26:25+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/06/working-overtime-nebraska-childrens-early-childhood-staff-and-childcare-providers-push-through-the-pandemic-into-brighter-times/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/img-0607.jpgThe Nebraska Children team worked overtime to ensure that childcare providers across the state were awarded almost $10 million in CARES Act funding.The Nebraska Children team worked overtime to ensure that childcare providers across the state were awarded almost $10 million in CARES Act funding. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/img-6962.jpgIMG-69622025-11-04T16:25:54+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/12/08/communities-for-kids-translates-passion-and-knowledge-into-action/2025-11-04T16:24:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/01/07/marching-to-the-beat-of-quality-care-gering-communities-for-kids-creates-magnetic-reminders-of-providers-value/2025-11-04T16:24:21+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/01/14/at-home-in-nebraska-mccook-and-communities-for-kids-support-in-home-providers/2025-11-04T16:23:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/01/31/tiny-toilets-small-worlds-and-big-partnerships-boone-beginnings-and-communities-for-kids-pave-the-way-for-quality/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/9-2_-boone-beginnings-ground-breaking-story.jpgBoone Beginnings has been involved with Communities for Kids (C4K) since 2018. The team modeled their program with an impeccable eye for detail and other preexisting centers as examples. And yes, that includes everything down to the tiny toilets. Read the good, the challenging and the funny parts behind Boone Beginnings' quality childcare journey.Boone Beginnings has been involved with Communities for Kids (C4K) since 2018. The team modeled their program with an impeccable eye for detail and other preexisting centers as examples. And yes, that includes everything down to the tiny toilets. Read the good, the challenging and the funny parts behind Boone Beginnings' quality childcare journey. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/boonebeginningsgroundbreaking.jpgBoonebeginningsgroundbreakinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/web-9-2-boone-beginnings-ground-breaking.jpgweb-9-2-Boone-Beginnings-ground-breaking2025-11-04T16:23:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/04/06/no-more-band-aids-community-partnerships-build-better-early-childhood-systems/2025-11-04T16:22:19+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/03/18/stick-creek-kids-and-communities-for-kids-open-the-doors-to-quality-early-childhood-care-and-education/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/stickcreekkidscheck-1_cropped.jpgStick Creek Kids and Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s Communities for Kids have worked hard to arrive at their destination: more quality early care and education in Nebraska. Surprises, lessons, and discoveries were all part of seeing Stick Creek Kids brought to reality. But whenever the water levels rose, the community rose up as well. 2025-11-04T16:21:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/04/07/pretty-fire-loup-valley-early-childhood-initiative-and-partners-light-up-the-stage-with-a-play-and-dinner-to-honor-childcare-providers/2025-11-04T16:20:55+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/10/14/shift-happens-communities-for-kids-reflects-on-thriving-children-2022/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/martithriving.jpgMartithriving2025-11-04T16:19:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/12/14/early-childhood-champions-boost-professionals/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/ecc-fb_christinas_noquote.pngecc-fb_christinas_noquote2025-11-04T16:19:11+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2023/02/16/25-years-of-progress-for-nebraskas-children/2025-11-04T16:18:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2023/10/02/but-seriously-a-communities-for-kids-convening/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/the-brain-game.jpgthe-brain-gamehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/barber-and-luppen.jpgbarber-and-luppenhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/stephanie-drawing.jpgstephanie-drawinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/marni-vos-3.jpgmarni-vos-32025-11-04T16:17:44+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2023/11/17/a-land-of-weird-potatoes-the-valley-child-development-center-awarded-25000-grant-to-continue-enhancing-edible-schoolyard-project/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/kids-in-chef-outfits-1.jpegkids-in-chef-outfits-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/kids-building-tower-with-teacher-assitance.jpegkids-building-tower-with-teacher-assitancehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/produce-stand.jpegproduce-standhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/beth-bri-and-bruce.jpegbeth-bri-and-brucehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/girls-eating-green-beans-from-a-hat.jpgGirls 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163146https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_7747-1.jpegIMG_7747https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/2.png2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1-1.png1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/1.png1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_4748.jpegIMG_4748https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/img_4335.jpgIMG_43352025-11-04T16:13:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/02/03/ngr-translations-mirror-and-preserve-culture/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/fariha-working.jpgFariha Working2025-11-04T16:13:25+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/02/12/rooted-in-relationships-receives-national-recognition-for-pioneering-efforts-in-advancing-childhood-mental-health/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/rir_10-yr-quotes_lynne-brehm.pngRiR_10-yr Quotes_Lynne 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3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/rooted-team.jpgRooted in Relationships TeamThe Rooted in Relationships Team receives national recognition for their work in early childhood. 2025-11-04T16:12:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/02/24/a-day-of-laughter-connection-and-sibling-bonding-at-camp-catch-ups-winter-carnival/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ccu.winter.25-210.jpgccu.winter.25-210Fun & Games at Camp Catch-Up!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ccu.winter.25-9.jpgccu.winter.25-9Face painting!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ccu.winter.25-245-1.jpgccu.winter.25-245Plenty of snacks!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/476579896_511466561967502_1698877512250082145_n.jpg476579896_511466561967502_1698877512250082145_nLots of candyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/475433079_645050998099508_7264164761790499519_n-1.jpg475433079_645050998099508_7264164761790499519_n (1)https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/475433079_645050998099508_7264164761790499519_n.jpg475433079_645050998099508_7264164761790499519_nGoodies from the prize tablehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/475379362_972236817687169_1163566601203349225_n.jpg475379362_972236817687169_1163566601203349225_nPrize tablehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/475704509_1961725734238438_4424684591889633039_n.jpg475704509_1961725734238438_4424684591889633039_nSkee-ball!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ccu.winter.25-258.jpgccu.winter.25-258Creativity flourishing at the art table.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ccu.winter.25-51-1.jpgccu.winter.25-51Campers are paired with support staff. 2025-11-04T16:12:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/02/24/legislative-days-shaping-future-leaders-in-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dscf4753-1.jpgDSCF4753 (1)Young adults meet with community leaders during the Legislative Luncheon. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/dscf4801-1.jpgDSCF4801 (1)Young adults present at the Legislative Luncheon. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2933.png.jpgIMG_2933.pngCommunity leaders are invited to attend the Legislative Luncheon. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2935.png.jpgIMG_2935.pngIt's a full house while young leaders share what they have learned through the process. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2944.png.jpgIMG_2944.pnghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/25-supreme-court.jpeg25 Supreme Courthttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2670.png.jpgIMG_2670.pngAttendees practice their speeches. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2787.png.jpgIMG_2787.pngFun and games make the learning process engaging. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2719.png.jpgIMG_2719.pngYoung adults across Nebraska come together to learn about the legislative process. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/img_2735.png.jpgIMG_2735.pngYoung adults learn about the legislative process. 2025-11-04T16:12:13+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/04/01/spring-forward-fall-into-books/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/garden-guardians-cover.pngGarden Guardians 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Map_2025-01https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-c4k-map-1.png2025 C4K Maphttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025-c4k-map.png2025 C4K Maphttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ravenna-team-photo-for-blog.pngRavenna Team Photo for Bloghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/ravenna-team-meeting.jpgRavenna Team Meeting2025-11-04T16:10:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/04/01/brown-bears-ngr-and-a-mother-daughter-duo-in-service-of-the-community/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/untitled-design-18-1.pngUntitled design (18)https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/muhsman-5.jpgMuhsman 5https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/muhsman-3.jpgMuhsman 32025-11-04T16:10:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/04/04/innovation-invitational-2025-innovating-amidst-uncertainty/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/screenshot-2025-04-03-140811.pngScreenshot 2025-04-03 140811https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4927-2.jpgWelcome to the Innovation Invitational.Dr. Alison O'Toole welcomes attendees to the Beyond School Bells Innovation Invitational.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4995-1.jpgInnovation Invitational - Lauren Clark, Literacy and LobsLauren Clark participates in the breakout session "Literacy and Lobs for a Lifetime."https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4841-1.jpgInnovation Invitational - Jeff ColeJeff Cole shares new innovative programming. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4948-1.jpgHands-On Learning on Full DisplayThe day included hands-on learning opportunities. Thank you to our friends at Edgerton Explorit Center for joining us!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/040325.jpgBeyond School Bells Youth Leadership CouncilThe Beyond School Bells Youth Leadership Council shares their experience with conference attendees. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/photo-mar-11-2025-6-20-56-pm-3.jpgInnovation Invitational - Youth Leadership CouncilMembers of the Beyond School Bells Youth Leadership council share their experiences at the Innovation Invitational. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4960-1.jpgInnovation Invitational - The Contribution Project at Lincoln High SchoolParticipants of The Contribution Project share their experiences at the Innovation Invitational. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4815.jpgDSCF4815https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/dscf4818.jpgDSCF48182025-11-04T16:10:09+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/04/13/be-the-spark-that-lights-the-fire-the-impact-of-camp-catch-up-staff/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-quote.pngGil Quotehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-1-1.pngGil - 1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-2-3.jpgGil 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-2-2.jpgGil 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/untitled-design-18-2.pngUntitled design (18)https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-and-family.pngGil and FamilyGil Green III and his family. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-17.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-17https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/att.dxjqnkbpin8hmhmzyzpce2ma3nplwznkppwqtkfm5ae.jpegatt.DXjQNKBpin8hmHmZYZpcE2Ma3nplWzNkppwqTkFM5aEhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-2-1.jpgGil 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/gil-1.pngGil - 12025-11-04T16:09:44+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/04/14/celebrating-the-heart-of-camp-catch-up-a-night-honoring-volunteers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-21-1.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-21Amy Peters was honored for her long standing commitment to Camp. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/sara-kolala-mel-schwensen-paige-davis-lisa-varney-dakota-reiman.jpgSara Kolala Mel Schwensen Paige Davis Lisa Varney Dakota ReimanHonoring Sara Kolala, Mel Schwensen, Paige Davis, Lisa Varney, and Preston Pinelman for their invaluable contributions to Camp and making it the experience that it is. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/jaimee.pngJaimeehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-46.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-46https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/4.png4https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/flowers.pngflowershttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-3.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-29.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-29Celebrating Shayla Johnson for her dedication to Camp, where her talents and love has touched countless lives.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-32.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-32Linda Preston was recognized for her years of service to Camp. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/04/ccu.staff_.winter.25-26.jpgccu.staff.winter.25-26Shanice Gauff was celebrated for her impact at Camp Catch-Up, where her love and dedication has enriched the camp experience. 2025-11-04T16:09:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/05/02/controlling-chaos-with-a-song-anne-meeker-watsons-sing-play-love-program-at-the-2025-sixpence-child-care-conference/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/anne-meeker-official.jpgAnne Meeker official2025-11-04T16:08:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/05/14/stories-bigger-than-a-book-ngrs-first-year-of-success/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/yanki-barb-greta.jpgYanki Barb Greta2025-11-04T16:08:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2025/05/15/lessening-stress-through-circle-of-security/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/report-cover.pngReport 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School Bells (BSB) wants to empower girls, especially those of color and other underrepresented groups, with the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Tyrina Webster, Director of Operations at the Malone Center, wants to equip young women with knowledge, dreams, and career choices. So does Joshua Jones, the Director of The Career Academy. Together, we make a formidable team. Thanks to BSB’s partners at STEMNext, we joined the charge in this nationwide initiative to include more girls in this cutting-edge field. When we hear how partners like the Malone Center and The Career Academy have partnered with us to join this movement, we’re thrilled to the moon and back.  Beyond School Bells (BSB) wants to empower girls, especially those of color and other underrepresented groups, with the power of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). Tyrina Webster, Director of Operations at the Malone Center, wants to equip young women with knowledge, dreams, and career choices. So does Joshua Jones, the Director of The Career Academy. Together, we make a formidable team. Thanks to BSB’s partners at STEMNext, we joined the charge in this nationwide initiative to include more girls in this cutting-edge field. 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January 15, 2020, Casey Family Programs, the largest private foundation whose aim is to minimize the need for foster care while creating communities of hope, awarded Bring Up Nebraska with the Jim Casey Building Communities of Hope Award. Nebraska Children and Families Foundation is proud to lead this prevention partnership.On January 15, 2020, Casey Family Programs, the largest private foundation whose aim is to minimize the need for foster care while creating communities of hope, awarded Bring Up Nebraska with the Jim Casey Building Communities of Hope Award. Nebraska Children and Families Foundation is proud to lead this prevention partnership. 2023-06-05T20:08:58+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2023/03/30/the-future-of-afterschool-in-nebraska-is-bright-nebraskas-elo-innovation-invitational/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/youth-voice-brainstorming-2.jpgyouth-voice-brainstorming-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/city-build-2.jpgcity-build-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/city-build-1.jpgcity-build-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/city-build-3.jpgcity-build-3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dr-burrow-1.jpgdr-burrow-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dscf2828.jpgdscf2828https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/dscf2735.jpgdscf27352023-04-24T16:54:03+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2023/03/22/a-state-of-innovation/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/vr-pic-3.jpegvr-pic-3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/vr-pic-2.pngvr-pic-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/vr-pic-1.jpgVR Pic 12023-05-26T07:56:25+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/12/14/regional-coaching-buildout-provides-needed-structure/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/went_tracy4-4.jpgwent_tracy4-4https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/little-boy-with-hat.jpglittle-boy-with-hathttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/went_tracy.jpgWent_Tracy2022-12-14T16:51:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/11/14/chloe-mcshannon-uses-lived-experience-to-positively-influence-k-12-students-lives/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/chloe-5_2.jpegchloe-5_22023-05-26T07:57:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/11/14/nebraska-children-celebrates-25-years-of-positive-change-special-guests-and-generous-supporters-at-changemakers-luncheon/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/changemakers_sponsors_one-image_2022.pngchangemakers_sponsors_one-image_2022https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/21042-022-5x7-2.jpg21042-022-5x7-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/21042-022-5x7-1.jpg21042-022-5x7-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/dannettesmith_billstanton_jennyskala_maryjopankoke_jerrymilner_changemakers2022_web-1.jpgdannettesmith_billstanton_jennyskala_maryjopankoke_jerrymilner_changemakers2022_web-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/dannettesmith_billstanton_jennyskala_maryjopankoke_jerrymilner_changemakers2022_web.jpgdannettesmith_billstanton_jennyskala_maryjopankoke_jerrymilner_changemakers2022_web2023-05-26T07:57:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/10/14/getconnected-2022-welcomes-learning-leaders-and-a-passion-for-spreading-expanded-learning-throughout-the-state/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/bsbgetconnected-1.jpegBSBGetConnected-12022-10-14T16:31:16+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/10/14/from-child-welfare-to-child-well-being-dr-jerry-milner-shares-the-power-of-prevention/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/jerrymilner.webpJerryMilner2022-10-14T16:10:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/09/07/gabby-shares-her-good-news-and-sixpence-partnership-takeaways/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/gabby-2.jpgAs a participant in Sixpence home visits, Gabby and her son Kaden had fun and learned from an early childhood expert. An integral part of Sixpence, home visits provide parents with the opportunity to work with highly skilled professionals. The home visitors support the families to assess and work through children’s developmental milestones and teach parents to become their child’s best champions and, most important, teachers. Read more about this Nebraska Children initiative.As a participant in Sixpence home visits, Gabby and her son Kaden had fun and learned from an early childhood expert. An integral part of Sixpence, home visits provide parents with the opportunity to work with highly skilled professionals. The home visitors support the families to assess and work through children’s developmental milestones and teach parents to become their child’s best champions and, most important, teachers. Read more about this Nebraska Children initiative. 2022-10-22T17:39:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/09/02/passion-projects-young-people-lead-the-summer-to-make-their-voices-heard/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_132839.jpeg20220730_132839https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_134131.jpeg20220730_134131https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_220900.jpeg20220730_220900https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_155412.jpeg20220730_155412https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_132142-1.jpeg20220730_132142-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/20220730_132142.jpegTogether, resilient young people and our organization create positive outcomes, especially during retreats like LEAD the Summer, where young people use their voices to create a better Nebraska. Read how resilient young people and our organization create positive outcomes, especially during retreats like LEAD the Summer, where young people use their voices to create a better Nebraska.Together, resilient young people and our organization create positive outcomes, especially during retreats like LEAD the Summer, where young people use their voices to create a better Nebraska. Read how resilient young people and our organization create positive outcomes, especially during retreats like LEAD the Summer, where young people use their voices to create a better Nebraska.2022-09-02T15:44:55+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/08/31/you-have-good-taste-friends-of-nebraska-children-thanks-you-for-showing-up-to-the-perfect-pour/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/unnamed-2.jpegunnamed-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/screen-shot-2022-08-31-at-9.52.50-am.pngscreen-shot-2022-08-31-at-9.52.50-amhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/unnamed.jpegunnamedhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/unnamed-1.jpeghether through contributing to our organization, sharing our social media posts, or attending our events, there are many ways you support our mission. We especially appreciate those of you who attend our yearly fundraisers, including Perfect Pour. We rang in this year’s event with an Amalfi Coast theme, Nebraska’s finest bartenders, and Rosolio di Bergamotto liqueur. Of course, Perfect Pour was even more perfect with observing live oil painting, reuniting with friends, and dancing the night away.Whether through contributing to our organization, sharing our social media posts, or attending our events, there are many ways you support our mission. We especially appreciate those of you who attend our yearly fundraisers, including Perfect Pour. We rang in this year’s event with an Amalfi Coast theme, Nebraska’s finest bartenders, and Rosolio di Bergamotto liqueur. Of course, Perfect Pour was even more perfect with observing live oil painting, reuniting with friends, and dancing the night away.2022-08-31T06:57:02+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/08/16/auburn-sixpence-ccp-shines-a-spotlight-on-local-providers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/sixpence-32.jpgSixpence-322022-08-16T15:38:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/08/11/camp-catch-up-ends-but-not-for-long-here-are-some-reflections-on-moving-memories/2022-08-11T16:17:25+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/07/25/auburn-sixpence-ccp-updates-what-a-year-its-been/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/sixpence-24.jpgsixpence-24https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/sixpence-28.jpgsixpence-28https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/sixpence-27.jpgsixpence-27https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/sixpence-2.jpgThere’s no better indicator of community well-being than a real-life partner’s story! Today, we asked Auburn Sixpence Program Coordinator Tyson Wessels and Sixpence CCP Coach Anne Bennett to fill us in on all the great work they’re doing to support Auburn, Nebraska’s child care providers! Find out the exciting things that Auburn Sixpence is accomplishing.There’s no better indicator of community well-being than a real-life partner’s story! Today, we asked Auburn Sixpence Program Coordinator Tyson Wessels and Sixpence CCP Coach Anne Bennett to fill us in on all the great work they’re doing to support Auburn, Nebraska’s child care providers! Find out the exciting things that Auburn Sixpence is accomplishing. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/sixpence-1.jpgsixpence-12022-07-25T15:23:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/07/19/expanded-learning-hana-mcmcmahon-coles-beyond-school-bells-partnership-takes-experiential-education-across-the-world/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_8741.jpgdsc_8741https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_8617.jpgdsc_8617https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/dsc_8458.jpgdsc_8458https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img_0814.jpgOnce upon a time, several years ago, in Lincoln, two young girls began attending a Summer learning program at the Asian Community Center. Thanks to this experience and the support of their parents and mentors, they discovered a talent for speaking Mandarin Chinese. Now, imagine yourself fast-forwarding into 2022, except halfway across the globe. One of those girls, now a young woman, is responsible for obtaining a $25,000 grant from MICRON USA to build a team promoting cross-global expanded learning in Taiwan. This example of Hana McMahon-Cole isn’t a fairy tale. This story is a true-to-life example of how far afterschool and summer learning can propel young people and how Nebraska can connect them halfway across the globe.Once upon a time, several years ago, in Lincoln, two young girls began attending a Summer learning program at the Asian Community Center. Thanks to this experience and the support of their parents and mentors, they discovered a talent for speaking Mandarin Chinese. Now, imagine yourself fast-forwarding into 2022, except halfway across the globe. One of those girls, now a young woman, is responsible for obtaining a $25,000 grant from MICRON USA to build a team promoting cross-global expanded learning in Taiwan. This example of Hana McMahon-Cole isn’t a fairy tale. This story is a true-to-life example of how far afterschool and summer learning can propel young people and how Nebraska can connect them halfway across the globe.2022-07-27T23:01:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/07/15/schuyler-sixpence-success-children-sing-the-song-of-thriving-throughout-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img-20220712-wa0000_1300pix.jpg"Sixpence has also favored autonomy and security within our family, as well as an increased ability of creativity and imagination in my children. Sixpence has helped me create stronger ties with my children and society as a parent." Read more about Andrea's positive takeaways from our Sixpence program!"Sixpence has also favored autonomy and security within our family, as well as an increased ability of creativity and imagination in my children. Sixpence has helped me create stronger ties with my children and society as a parent." Read more about Andrea's positive takeaways from our Sixpence program! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img-20220712-wa0001.jpgimg-20220712-wa0001https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img-20220712-wa0002.jpgimg-20220712-wa0002https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img-20220712-wa0000-1.jpgimg-20220712-wa0000-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/img-20220712-wa0000.jpgimg-20220712-wa00002023-03-17T04:30:44+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/12/13/to-see-and-be-seen-denise-daugherty-leaves-her-difficult-past-behind-to-find-inspiration-a-new-career-and-outlook/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/denise-1300cropped.jpgDenise Daugherty reveals how she pushed beyond foster care and incarceration and into her dreams with Beyond School Bells, Connected Youth Initiative, and Central Plains Center for Services' coaching and support. Read more.Denise Daugherty reveals how she pushed beyond foster care and incarceration and into her dreams with Beyond School Bells, Connected Youth Initiative, and Central Plains Center for Services' coaching and support. Read more. 2022-07-12T20:50:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/07/01/meet-the-new-face-of-camp-catch-up-chloe/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/chloe-5.jpgWhen Chloe Mcshannon ran away from her foster care placements as a teenager, one day she realized that if she didn’t return to school, she’d miss her final exams. That, among many other turning points, led this remarkable young woman to where she is today—as a Camp Catch-Up intern. Read more about this remarkable young woman.When Chloe Mcshannon ran away from her foster care placements as a teenager, one day she realized that if she didn’t return to school, she’d miss her final exams. That, among many other turning points, led this remarkable young woman to where she is today—as a Camp Catch-Up intern. Read more about this remarkable young woman. 2022-07-01T18:10:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/06/15/tyeisha-thompson-reveals-the-importance-of-intentional-spaces-for-young-people-who-experienced-foster-care-and-shares-her-journey-of-overcoming-the-system/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tyeisha-15_croppedenlarged.jpgTyeisha Thompson, a CYI participant and recipient of the prestigious LEAP grant, talks about how she uses her design passion and newfound support to create new, safe spaces for young people like her who experienced foster care.Tyeisha Thompson, a CYI participant and recipient of the prestigious LEAP grant, talks about how she uses her design passion and newfound support to create new, safe spaces for young people like her who experienced foster care. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tyeisha-13.pngtyeisha-13https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tyeisha-12.pngtyeisha-12https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tyeisha-1.jpgtyeisha-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image.pngimagehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image-1.pngimage-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image.jpegimagehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image-1.jpegimage-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image-2.jpegimage-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/image-3.jpegimage-32022-06-15T19:06:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/06/13/to-taiwan-and-beyond-beyond-school-bells-think-make-create-trailer-takes-nebraska-expanded-learning-opportunities-across-the-globe/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmctaiwan-1.jpgtmctaiwan-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmc05.jpgtmc05https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmc-lab-1.jpgtmc-lab-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/jeffcole-tmclab.jpgjeffcole-tmclabhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmctaiwan-3-1.jpgtmctaiwan-3-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmctaiwan-2.jpgtmctaiwan-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/tmctaiwan-3.jpgtmctaiwan-32022-06-13T19:09:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/06/01/beyond-the-books-beyond-school-bells-and-young-entrepreneurs-of-the-future-omaha-help-k-12-students-work-toward-their-dreams/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/girldj.jpggirldjhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/breandfamily.jpgbreandfamilyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/travis.jpg-2.jpgtravis.jpg-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/travis.jpgtravishttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/breson.jpgbresonhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/kidscooking.jpgkidscookinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/youngentrepreneur-1.jpgyoungentrepreneur-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/youngentrepreneur_cropped-1.jpgThanks to afterschool programming, we can expand beyond traditional school hours and well into the afternoons and evenings. While parents can work, they can also rest assured that their children and teens are safe, engaged, and learning life skills! Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska’s statewide network of afterschool professionals, works tirelessly with their equally energetic partners, including Bre and Travis of Young Entrepreneurs of the Future Omaha (YEF), to support their efforts to create quality expanded learning opportunities (ELOs) across the state.    Thanks to afterschool programming, we can expand beyond traditional school hours and well into the afternoons and evenings. While parents can work, they can also rest assured that their children and teens are safe, engaged, and learning life skills! Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska’s statewide network of afterschool professionals, works tirelessly with their equally energetic partners, including Bre and Travis of Young Entrepreneurs of the Future Omaha (YEF), to support their efforts to create quality expanded learning opportunities (ELOs) across the state.    https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/youngentrepreneur_cropped.jpgyoungentrepreneur_croppedhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/youngentrepreneur.jpgyoungentrepreneur2022-09-06T09:12:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/05/19/communities-of-hope-celebrating-nebraskas-progress-towards-well-being-and-a-vision-for-the-future/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/bringupne.jpegBringUpNE2022-05-19T17:40:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/05/18/the-power-of-partnerships-the-essence-of-failure-beyond-school-bells-young-entrepreneurs-of-the-future-and-venturelab-empower-youth/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kidwithfood-1-1.jpgkidwithfood-1-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kidwithmoneysellingbigger.jpgKidwithmoneysellingbiggerhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kidwithfood-1.jpgkidwithfood-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/breandkiddos-2.jpgbreandkiddos-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/girlbraiding.jpggirlbraidinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/kidwithmoneyselling.jpgkidwithmoneysellinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/afterschool.jpgafterschoolhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/breandkiddos.jpgbreandkiddos2022-06-21T00:49:18+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/12/17/lincoln-littles-story-if-we-speak-up-about-childcare-our-communities-will-listen/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/storyboard-4_cropped.jpgWe're glad to kick off the first blog in a series that showcases Communities for Kids teams across Nebraska! What better place to start than right here in Lincoln, with Lincoln Littles? Read about how this team discovered its joys and challenges in creating childcare.We're glad to kick off the first blog in a series that showcases Communities for Kids teams across Nebraska! What better place to start than right here in Lincoln, with Lincoln Littles? Read about how this team discovered its joys and challenges in creating childcare. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/storyboard-4.pngWe're glad to kick off the first blog in a series that showcases Communities for Kids teams across Nebraska! What better place to start than right here in Lincoln, with Lincoln Littles. Read about how this team discovered its joys and challenges in creating childcare.We're glad to kick off the first blog in a series that showcases Communities for Kids teams across Nebraska! What better place to start than right here in Lincoln, with Lincoln Littles. Read about how this team discovered its joys and challenges in creating childcare. 2022-05-06T16:28:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/05/04/in-living-watercolor-grai-gray-paints-a-vibrant-future-of-resilience-with-connected-youth-initiative-supports/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/grai-2.jpggrai-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/grai-1.jpggrai-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/centralplainslogo.jpgcentralplainslogo2022-05-04T18:57:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/04/07/nebraska-child-abuse-prevention-fund-board-recognizes-nebraska-childrens-community-collaborative-partners-in-supporting-thriving-families/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/pinwheels_governorsresidence_2022.jpgPinwheels_GovernorsResidence_20222022-04-07T16:46:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/03/21/full-service-community-schools-deliver-an-innovative-approach-to-supporting-students-teachers-and-families-alike/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/fullservice.jpgFullservice2022-03-21T21:02:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/03/14/calmer-waters-and-brighter-horizons-getconnected-2022-welcomes-over-400-afterschool-learning-leaders-and-a-heightened-awareness-of-expanded-learning/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/jeffcole-1.jpgNebraska Children and Families Foundation is dedicated to weathering the storm. Although these storms come and go, one thing remains for certain within uncertainty: together, with your support, we can continue to stay afloat and redirect ourselves during rough weather. Beyond School Bells, our afterschool network of dedicated statewide professionals has truly done an incredible job of remaining buoyant during difficult times. For the third time since the pandemic, the team and their partners, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), NDE’s 21st Century Community Learning Center, and Nebraska Extension rescheduled GetConnected 2022, their statewide conference of afterschool learning leaders, and on Feb. 25, it was finally able to happen! Nebraska Children and Families Foundation is dedicated to weathering the storm. Although these storms come and go, one thing remains for certain within uncertainty: together, with your support, we can continue to stay afloat and redirect ourselves during rough weather. Beyond School Bells, our afterschool network of dedicated statewide professionals has truly done an incredible job of remaining buoyant during difficult times. For the third time since the pandemic, the team and their partners, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), NDE’s 21st Century Community Learning Center, and Nebraska Extension rescheduled GetConnected 2022, their statewide conference of afterschool learning leaders, and on Feb. 25, it was finally able to happen! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/jeffcole-1.pngNebraska Children and Families Foundation is dedicated to weathering the storm. Although these storms come and go, one thing remains for certain within uncertainty: together, with your support, we can continue to stay afloat and redirect ourselves during rough weather. Beyond School Bells, our afterschool network of dedicated statewide professionals has truly done an incredible job of remaining buoyant during difficult times. For the third time since the pandemic, the team and their partners, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), NDE’s 21st Century Community Learning Center, and Nebraska Extension rescheduled GetConnected 2022, their statewide conference of afterschool learning leaders, and on Feb. 25, it was finally able to happen! Nebraska Children and Families Foundation is dedicated to weathering the storm. Although these storms come and go, one thing remains for certain within uncertainty: together, with your support, we can continue to stay afloat and redirect ourselves during rough weather. Beyond School Bells, our afterschool network of dedicated statewide professionals has truly done an incredible job of remaining buoyant during difficult times. For the third time since the pandemic, the team and their partners, the Nebraska Department of Education (NDE), NDE’s 21st Century Community Learning Center, and Nebraska Extension rescheduled GetConnected 2022, their statewide conference of afterschool learning leaders, and on Feb. 25, it was finally able to happen! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/getconnected2022.jpgGetConnected20222022-03-14T16:20:34+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/03/03/2022-youth-legislative-days-kicks-off-another-year-filled-with-resounding-young-voices/2022-03-08T18:28:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/03/02/chance-encounter-aiesha-rand-shares-how-her-commitment-to-helping-families-being-present-and-making-connections-has-led-to-her-current-success/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/resized_20211216_194919_15034029156399.jpegAiesha Rand doesn't believe in coincidences. In fact, her seemingly chance encounters with various Nebraska Children and Families Foundation staff have led her to where she is today - as an Assistant Vice President of Early Childhood Programs and a recipient of an Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-Focused Practice Promoting Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health®. Read about how a series of surprises have moved Aiesha into her current success and how she recommends you can get there too!Aiesha Rand doesn't believe in coincidences. In fact, her seemingly chance encounters with various Nebraska Children and Families Foundation staff have led her to where she is today - as an Assistant Vice President of Early Childhood Programs and a recipient of an Endorsement for Culturally Sensitive, Relationship-Focused Practice Promoting Infant & Early Childhood Mental Health®. Read about how a series of surprises have moved Aiesha into her current success and how she recommends you can get there too! 2022-03-02T18:04:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/28/just-the-beginning-nebraska-4-h-and-beyond-school-bells-launch-an-intergalactic-afterschool-winternship-program-with-more-to-come/2022-03-01T15:29:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/17/retelling-her-story-madison-honeyman-uses-her-voice-and-connected-youth-initiatives-internship-to-create-a-new-future-for-herself-and-other-former-foster-youth/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/madison-4.jpgMadison Honeyman is an activist, youth advocate, and history buff. Best of all, she's retelling her past experiences in the foster care system, thanks to CYI supports to create a better tomorrow for other systems-involved young people.Madison Honeyman is an activist, youth advocate, and history buff. Best of all, she's retelling her past experiences in the foster care system, thanks to CYI supports to create a better tomorrow for other systems-involved young people. 2022-03-07T05:21:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/22/in-home-and-center-based-providers-agree-circle-of-security-classroom-promotes-healthy-and-secure-attachments/2022-03-07T12:28:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/18/nothing-to-hide-ajza-reveals-how-her-past-gave-her-the-strength-to-succeed%ef%bf%bc/2022-02-18T19:50:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/15/saying-the-unspoken-athraa-ayal-describes-how-she-communicates-learns-and-engages-children-and-a-new-career-thanks-to-her-partnered-cyi-internship/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/athraa-2-1.jpgBeyond School Bells and Connected Youth Initiative leverage $150,000 CARES Act dollars and create internships for former foster youth. Read how Iraqi-American former foster youth Athraa Ayal received a full-time job offer, thanks to her Lincoln Public Schools internship. Best of all, the Department of Health and Human Services expanded our contract, so this is just the beginning!Beyond School Bells and Connected Youth Initiative leverage $150,000 CARES Act dollars and create internships for former foster youth. Read how Iraqi-American former foster youth Athraa Ayal received a full-time job offer, thanks to her Lincoln Public Schools internship. Best of all, the Department of Health and Human Services expanded our contract, so this is just the beginning! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/athraa-2.jpgAthraa-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/athraa-5.jpgAthraa-52023-09-29T02:03:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/02/03/nebraska-infant-mental-health-forges-new-alliance/2022-02-03T16:56:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2022/01/24/for-every-door-that-closes-another-appears-americle-lends-former-foster-youth-her-secrets-for-resiliency-and-transformation/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/americle-2.jpegAmericle-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/americle03.jpegAmericle03https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/americle-1.jpegAmericle-12022-01-24T15:35:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/12/15/saying-i-do-a-husband-and-wifes-commitment-provides-housing-and-winter-essentials-for-young-people-experiencing-homelessness/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/saraandblair-8-1.jpegUsually, when a married couple says, “I do,” they utter those words on a special day, also known as a wedding. For Sara and Blair Riffel, the phrase has echoed throughout their commitment to their communities. Read more about how Nebraska Children's Connected Youth Initiative Vice President, Sara Riffel, and her husband Blair put their heads and hearts together to spread holiday cheer.Usually, when a married couple says, “I do,” they utter those words on a special day, also known as a wedding. For Sara and Blair Riffel, the phrase has echoed throughout their commitment to their communities. Read more about how Nebraska Children's Connected Youth Initiative Vice President, Sara Riffel, and her husband Blair put their heads and hearts together to spread holiday cheer. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/saraandblair-1.jpegUsually, a couple says “I do” on a special day, also known as a wedding. For Sara and Blair Riffel, the phrase has echoed throughout their commitment to their communities. Read more about how Nebraska Children's Connected Youth Initiative Vice President Sara Riffel and her husband Blair put their heads and hearts together to spread holiday cheer.Usually, a couple says “I do” on a special day, also known as a wedding. For Sara and Blair Riffel, the phrase has echoed throughout their commitment to their communities. Read more about how Nebraska Children's Connected Youth Initiative Vice President Sara Riffel and her husband Blair put their heads and hearts together to spread holiday cheer. 2021-12-20T21:07:17+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/14/afterschools-impact-it-prepared-me-for-being-a-leader-in-the-adult-world-i-have-no-fear-of-leading-adult-men-or-wom/2021-12-09T17:18:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/11/15/strong-strongnebraska-strong-leap-fellows-and-nebraska-children-staff-share-leap-strategies-for-success/2021-11-30T00:28:40+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/11/29/cares-act-nebraska-children-and-partners-set-the-stage-for-positive-change-and-so-do-young-people-who-experienced-foster-care/2021-11-29T16:03:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/15/connected-youth-initiative-congratulates-nebraskas-jim-casey-fellowship-recipient-nedhal-al-kazahy/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/nedhal.jpgMeet Nedhal, Nebraska's new young leader: “Helping more than I could before in the foster care system is amazing. I’m hoping I can better prepare young adults to feel comfortable being on their own and becoming an adult.”   Meet Nedhal, Nebraska's new young leader: “Helping more than I could before in the foster care system is amazing. I’m hoping I can better prepare young adults to feel comfortable being on their own and becoming an adult.”https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/nedhal-1.pngNedhal2021-11-15T20:51:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/11/12/changemakers-2021-a-huge-success-thanks-to-supporters-like-you-our-new-sponsor-healthy-blue-nebraska-and-bring-up-nebraska-partners/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/changemakers-allinonejpg.jpgWe’re glad to have rung in another successful Changemakers, an annual celebration of the positive change happening throughout Nebraska. We're especially thankful to you for joining Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, along with our many supporters.  Read more about all the positive change you've helped us create.We’re glad to have rung in another successful Changemakers, an annual celebration of the positive change happening throughout Nebraska. We're especially thankful to you for joining Nebraska Children and Families Foundation, along with our many supporters.  Read more about all the positive change you've helped us create. 2021-11-12T21:57:03+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/14/fall-transitions-connected-youth-initiative-and-partners-identify-and-address-system-involved-young-peoples-needs/2021-10-14T20:40:48+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/14/wonderschool-modernizes-early-childcare-businesses-in-nebraska/2021-10-14T19:56:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/10/07/friendship-bracelet-how-lauren-mott-created-afterschool-engagement-for-herself-and-students/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/ee43cef6-1fc6-46ba-8993-ece675d87418-1.jpgEE43CEF6-1FC6-46BA-8993-ECE675D87418https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/lauren-mott_cropped.jpgLauren-Mott_croppedhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/fullsizeoutput_d38.jpegWhen Lauren Mott walked into her first job at an afterschool program, she saw children who became restless due to being unengaged.  Wordlessly, she came into the classroom the next day with a box of supplies, sat down by herself at a table, and began making friendship bracelets.  Read more about how this moment and others sparked Lauren's passion for STEM diversity and afterschool learning.When Lauren Mott walked into her first job at an afterschool program, she saw children who became restless due to being unengaged.  Wordlessly, she came into the classroom the next day with a box of supplies, sat down by herself at a table, and began making friendship bracelets.  Read more about how this moment and others sparked Lauren's passion for STEM diversity and afterschool learning.2023-10-17T17:29:10+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/09/13/light-and-dust-liz-dozier-2021-changemakers-keynote-speaker-shares-how-we-create-a-better-world-through-examining-our-biases/2021-09-21T19:24:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/09/13/sweeter-every-year-nebraska-children-thanks-you-for-making-the-perfect-pour-worth-the-wait/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/perfectpourscene-14.jpegYou support Nebraska Children through attending our yearly fundraisers, including Perfect Pour. Thanks to you, we made this year’s event and craft cocktail competition even sweeter by sampling our state’s leading mixologists’ Tequila Avion drinks, which was this year’s mixer of choice. Read about this year's event!You support Nebraska Children through attending our yearly fundraisers, including Perfect Pour. Thanks to you, we made this year’s event and craft cocktail competition even sweeter by sampling our state’s leading mixologists’ Tequila Avion drinks, which was this year’s mixer of choice. Read about this year's event! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/sunnydurhamfamilyfoundationlogo.jpgSunnyDurhamFamilyFoundationlogo2021-09-13T21:34:57+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/09/13/how-does-your-garden-grow-beyond-school-bells-and-partners-reveal-their-new-afterschool-high-tech-tool/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/alexus-1.jpgToday, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s afterschool initiative, Beyond School Bells, and many hardworking partners aren’t just growing greens. That is to say, the Greenery is not your typical afterschool program. Read about how we're changing the face of afterschool.Today, Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s afterschool initiative, Beyond School Bells, and many hardworking partners aren’t just growing greens. That is to say, the Greenery is not your typical afterschool program. Read about how we're changing the face of afterschool.2021-09-13T21:09:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/25/sixpence-scottsbluffs-home-visitors-and-parents-share-successes/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/ember-8.jpgEmber-8https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sixpencemap-1.jpgSixpencemaphttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/ember-2-1.jpgFrom providing resources for parents' mental health to encouraging toddlers' and infants' developmental well-being, Sixpence home visitors help families thrive! Sixpence is a Nebraska Children early childhood initiative for children prenatal through 3. Read how home visitor Janelle Anderson works with her families to move through mental health issues, find housing, and developmentally engage their children.From providing resources for parents' mental health to encouraging toddlers' and infants' developmental well-being, Sixpence home visitors help families thrive! Sixpence is a Nebraska Children early childhood initiative for children prenatal through 3. Read how home visitor Janelle Anderson works with her families to move through mental health issues, find housing, and developmentally engage their children:.2021-08-25T17:39:49+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/18/big-hearts-open-arms-and-long-hours-cares-act-funding-brings-childcare-providers-and-nebraska-children-together/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/cheri-3-1.jpgWhen the pandemic struck, childcare provider Cheri Bahr was in difficult financial straits. How did CARES Act Funding and the Nebraska Children staff help Cheri and other big-hearted providers through the Stabilization and Incentive to Reopen grants? Read more. When the pandemic struck, childcare provider Cheri Bahr was in difficult financial straits. How did CARES Act Funding and the Nebraska Children staff help Cheri and other big-hearted providers through the Stabilization and Incentive to Reopen grants? Read more. 2021-08-23T19:41:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/10/its-in-the-bag-a-sixpence-home-visitor-brings-comfort-to-families-during-the-pandemic/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/received_1199823437076646-1.jpegIt’s in the bag: Lyndsey Witte, a Sixpence home visitor, brings comfort and creativity to families during the pandemic. Sixpence is a Nebraska Children early childhood initiative that works with families, schools, and children from prenatal to three to create developmentally stimulating learning environments. Read about how Lyndsey found creative ways to engage her families during a difficult time.It’s in the bag: Lyndsey Witte, a Sixpence home visitor, brings comfort and creativity to families during the pandemic. Sixpence is a Nebraska Children early childhood initiative that works with families, schools, and children from prenatal to three to create developmentally stimulating learning environments. Read about how Lyndsey found creative ways to engage her families during a difficult time. 2021-08-11T19:53:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/10/sixpence-scottsbluffs-sixpence-home-visitors-and-parents-share-successes/2021-08-10T19:13:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/06/communication-as-collaboration/2021-08-06T18:52:49+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/08/03/camp-catch-up-reunites-siblings-separated-by-foster-care-placements-for-an-overnight-at-omaha-henry-doorly-zoo%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/ccuhenrydoorly-1_cropped1200pixels.jpgCCUHenryDoorly-1_cropped1200pixelshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/ccuhenrydoorly-1.jpgCCUHenryDoorly-12021-08-03T15:30:52+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/07/22/how-do-you-open-a-childcare-center-during-a-global-pandemic-sixpence-ccp-and-kyla-habrock%e2%80%afhave-answers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/kyla-1-1.jpgIf you want to open a childcare center at the start of a global pandemic, you can refer to Kyla Habrock and Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s Sixpence Child Care Partnership Program (Sixpence CCP).  Learn more about how Kyla, her talents, and the Sixpence CCP ALL helped her open her new center!If you want to open a childcare center at the start of a global pandemic, you can refer to Kyla Habrock and Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s Sixpence Child Care Partnership Program (Sixpence CCP).  Learn more about how Kyla, her talents, and the Sixpence CCP ALL helped her open her new center!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/kyla-1.jpgKyla-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/af-am-mother-and-son-reading.jpgAf Am Mother and Son Reading2021-07-28T20:01:02+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/07/22/to-infinity-and-beyond-amanda-gutierrez-joins-million-girls-moonshot-advisory-board-plans-a-trip-to-mars-and-takes-the-next-generation-with-her/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/amanda-3_1200pix.jpgMeet Amanda Gutierrez. Amanda is passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). She’s planning on being an astronautical engineer. Amanda is also one of the newest members of the Million Girls Moonshot (MGM) Advisory Board. MGM is a multi-year, national initiative organized by STEMNext to increase the presence of women of color and other underrepresented groups in STEM. STEMNext awarded an MGM grant to Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska Children's initiative supporting afterschool and summer learning in Nebraska. Read about why STEM is Amanda's passion and how a trip to the moon might be in her future.  Meet Amanda Gutierrez. Amanda is passionate about Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM). She’s planning on being an astronautical engineer. Amanda is also one of the newest members of the Million Girls Moonshot (MGM) Advisory Board. MGM is a multi-year, national initiative organized by STEMNext to increase the presence of women of color and other underrepresented groups in STEM. STEMNext awarded an MGM grant to Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska Children's initiative supporting afterschool and summer learning in Nebraska. Read about why STEM is Amanda's passion and how a trip to the moon might be in her future.  https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/amanda-3.jpgAmanda-32021-07-23T16:16:57+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/07/09/blame-it-on-cakey-bilingual-support-growing-in-nebraska-for-childcare-providers-and-families/2021-07-14T19:11:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/07/07/we-meet-again-camp-catch-up-kicks-off-its-first-summer-session-to-reunite-siblings-separated-by-foster-care-placements%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/unnamed.jpgWhen life gives you rain, you play foosball.  Such was the case for this year’s Camp Catch-Up (CCU), anyway, which is no stranger to obstacles.  A Nebraska Children and Families Foundation program that operates within Connected Youth Initiative (CYI), CCU remains as resilient as its campers.  Throughout the pandemic, the CCU staff continued to find creative, innovative ways to reunite siblings between the ages of 8-19 separated by the foster care system.  This year’s first Camp Catch-Up summer session, Camp Moses-Merrill, kicked off in Linwood, Nebraska from June 10-13. Read more about how campers and staff enjoyed creating fun, tie-dye shirts, and memories!When life gives you rain, you play foosball.  Such was the case for this year’s Camp Catch-Up (CCU), anyway, which is no stranger to obstacles.  A Nebraska Children and Families Foundation program that operates within Connected Youth Initiative (CYI), CCU remains as resilient as its campers.  Throughout the pandemic, the CCU staff continued to find creative, innovative ways to reunite siblings between the ages of 8-19 separated by the foster care system.  This year’s first Camp Catch-Up summer session, Camp Moses-Merrill, kicked off in Linwood, Nebraska from June 10-13. Read more about how campers and staff enjoyed creating fun, tie-dye shirts, and memories!2021-07-07T18:08:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/06/10/early-childhood-event-builds-bilingual-partnerships-between-providers-and-families/2021-06-22T15:00:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/06/08/resiliency-in-the-time-of-covid-19-americle-participates-in-connected-youth-initiative-and-pulls-through/2021-06-10T16:40:24+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/06/08/power-in-numbers-nebraska-children-and-partners-roll-out-the-latest-iteration-of-the-data-rich-nebraska-community-opportunity-map/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ne-comm-opp-map-2021-linkedin.pngWhat tool reveals Nebraska’s well-being indicators? Whether you’re a policymaker, social worker, or journalist, the latest iteration of the Nebraska Community Opportunity Map puts relevant, timely data at your fingertips. We are glad to have played a part in this initiative, having served as The Nebraska Community Opportunity Map’s facilitator. As with any major project, the map was a group effort among data experts from many statewide agencies and organizations. Read about the map's newest features.What tool reveals Nebraska’s well-being indicators? Whether you’re a policymaker, social worker, or journalist, the latest iteration of the Nebraska Community Opportunity Map puts relevant, timely data at your fingertips. We are glad to have played a part in this initiative, having served as The Nebraska Community Opportunity Map’s facilitator. As with any major project, the map was a group effort among data experts from many statewide agencies and organizations. Read about the map's newest features. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/ne-comm-opp-map-2021-insta-3.pngNE Comm Opp Map 2021 Insta 32021-06-08T17:15:19+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/15/early-childhood-event-builds-bi-lingual-partnerships-between-providers-and-families/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/bilingual-group-pic-3.pngBilingual Group Pic 3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/bi-lingual-gallery-pic-2.jpgBi-Lingual-Gallery-Pic-22021-06-07T22:16:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/05/04/during-first-year-nebraska-child-care-referral-website-sees-growth-new-features-coming-to-make-site-even-more-valuable-for-parents-and-providers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/nebraska-child-care-referral-1yearanniversary-1.pngWhat began in April 2020 as a response to desperate parents seeking child care during the pandemic as well as providers who were operating at less than half capacity, a group of early childhood stakeholders collaborated to create the Nebraska Child Care Referral Network. All licensed child care homes, centers, and preschools in Nebraska can be found in the searchable database at www.NEChildCareReferral.org.What began in April 2020 as a response to desperate parents seeking child care during the pandemic as well as providers who were operating at less than half capacity, a group of early childhood stakeholders collaborated to create the Nebraska Child Care Referral Network. All licensed child care homes, centers, and preschools in Nebraska can be found in the searchable database at www.NEChildCareReferral.org.2021-05-04T21:22:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/05/04/raising-awareness-sarah-experienced-the-foster-care-system-and-a-thriving-adulthood/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/sarah_cropped.pngThis May, as we recognize Foster Care Awareness Month, we bring you Sarah’s story. As an organization that envisions all children, youth, and families thriving, we love to share stories like these. A young mother whose resiliency enabled her to push through life challenges as well as the pandemic, Sarah has been a state ward for, in her words, "as long as she can remember."   Read more about how Sarah utilized her resilience and Connected Yout Initiative program to transition into a thriving adulthood.This May, as we recognize Foster Care Awareness Month, we bring you Sarah’s story. As an organization that envisions all children, youth, and families thriving, we love to share stories like these. A young mother whose resiliency enabled her to push through life challenges as well as the pandemic, Sarah has been a state ward for, in her words, "as long as she can remember."   Read more about how Sarah utilized her resolve and Connected Youth Initiative program to transition into a thriving adulthood. 2021-05-04T17:48:02+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/28/chasing-down-and-living-the-dream-thanks-to-the-whole-community-stick-creek-kids-opens-its-doors%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/stickcreekkidsstaff.jpegStickCreekKidsstaffhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/kidsinsidefaces.jpegKidsinsidefaces2021-05-03T15:06:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/07/beyond-school-bells-and-cardinal-community-learning-centers-grow-the-good-life-with-gpa-outdoor-program/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/littlegirlgardening_1300pixcropped.jpgIf you visit Crete Public Schools’ campus, you’ll notice a sense of life. Monarchs flitter through gardens. Heirloom vegetables thrive in the greenhouse. Cardinals return to roost in trees. This revitalization is no accident; it is the result of Cardinal Community Learning Centers’ (CCLC) outdoor education program. This lively scene is also proof that working together, as a community, we can turn old spaces into vibrant new ones while creating opportunity and abundance.   Beyond School Bells and Cardinal Community Learning Centers revitalize outdoor spaces and create quality learning opportunites, thanks to supporters like you. Read more.If you visit Crete Public Schools’ campus, you’ll notice a sense of life. Monarchs flitter through gardens. Heirloom vegetables thrive in the greenhouse. Cardinals return to roost in trees. This revitalization is no accident; it is the result of Cardinal Community Learning Centers’ (CCLC) outdoor education program. This lively scene is also proof that working together, as a community, we can turn old spaces into vibrant new ones while creating opportunity and abundance.   Beyond School Bells and Cardinal Community Learning Centers revitalize outdoor spaces and create quality learning opportunities, thanks to supporters like you. Read more.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/littlegirlgardening.jpgLittlegirlgardening2021-04-28T21:19:06+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/28/its-not-easy-being-green-its-productive-beyond-school-bells-and-the-bay-welcome-the-greenery-a-container-farm-that-teaches-entrepreneurship-and-21st-century-career-skills/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/ribbon-cutting-2.jpgRibbon-cutting-22023-03-05T13:39:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/26/the-little-collaboration-that-could/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/crp-post-pic-2.jpgCRP-POst-Pic-22021-04-28T17:36:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/12/prevent-child-abuse-nebraska-recognizes-every-communitys-role-in-supporting-thriving-families/2021-04-12T19:03:23+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/04/07/sixpence-success-story-how-sixpence-laid-the-groundwork-for-a-young-woman-to-build-her-dreams/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/daisy_cropped-1.pngToday, Daisy Ortiz has a story to tell. Daisy was raised in a loving, supportive family. As a teenager, she and her parents were committed to her pursuing a bright future. At 16, however, she encountered an earth-shattering surprise: she was pregnant. How did her resolve and Sixpence help her through this major life challenge? Read more in our blog, in Daisy's words.Today, Daisy Ortiz has a story to tell. Daisy was raised in a loving, supportive family. As a teenager, she and her parents were committed to her pursuing a bright future. At 16, however, she encountered an earth-shattering surprise: she was pregnant. How did her resolve and Sixpence help her through this major life challenge? Read more in our blog, in Daisy's words. 2023-02-03T12:28:17+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/12/17/schuylers-success-story-sing-a-song-of-sixpence-and-families-will-chime-in/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/youngmom_cropped.jpgA young woman from Guatemala gave birth in a detention center. How did Sixpence support her during her difficult transition to Schuyler, Nebraska, and into a place of thriving? Read more.A young woman from Guatemala gave birth in a detention center. How did Sixpence support her during her difficult transition to Schuyler, Nebraska, and into a place of thriving? Read more. 2021-03-25T18:52:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/03/18/meet-lauren-ward-assistant-vice-president-of-trafficking-and-violence-prevention-shares-her-empowering-approach/2021-03-24T21:39:47+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2015/07/04/starting-kindergarten-in-nebraska-what-you-need-to-know/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/kindergartencover.jpgKindergartenCover2021-04-22T23:20:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/12/09/braxton-crowder-a-driven-young-professional-who-went-from-attending-afterschool-programs-to-directing-many/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/braxton-2-e1607447326264.jpgBraxton Crowder: A Driven Young Professional Who Went from Attending Afterschool Programs to Directing Many.As with many successful people, Braxton Crowder's journey was neither straight nor smooth. Beyond School Bells is pleased to present this interview with Braxton, whose dedication to afterschool programs mirrors BSB's mission to create and sustain them. Read how this driven young man's resolve and support from an afterschool program changed his life and created a thriving career path. 2021-03-18T20:07:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/02/17/nebraska-childrenand-families-foundation-is-sub-recipient-of-support-for-youth-victims-of-human-trafficking-in-nebraska-grant/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/lauren-ward-bio-pic_1300pix.jpgLauren-Ward-bio-pic_1300pixhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/lauren-ward-bio-pic-4.pngLauren Ward bio pichttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/lauren-ward-bio-pic-3.pngLauren Ward bio pichttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/lauren-ward-bio-pic-2.pngLauren Ward bio pichttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/lauren-ward-bio-pic-1.pngIn October 2020, Nebraska Children was the sub-recipient of a $1.5 million three-year grant, “Improving Outcomes for Child and Youth Victims of Human Trafficking” through the grantee, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The grant is from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). The goal is to support the child and youth victims of sex and labor trafficking in Nebraska up to age 24 and employ evidence-based strategies from Nebraska Children’s Connected Youth Initiative’s (CYI) to support survivors including unconnected youth ages 14-25.  In October 2020, Nebraska Children was the sub-recipient of a $1.5 million three-year grant, “Improving Outcomes for Child and Youth Victims of Human Trafficking” through the grantee, Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. The grant is from the Office for Victims of Crime (OVC). The goal is to support the child and youth victims of sex and labor trafficking in Nebraska up to age 24 and employ evidence-based strategies from Nebraska Children’s Connected Youth Initiative’s (CYI) to support survivors including unconnected youth ages 14-25.   2021-03-18T20:11:54+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/01/28/afterschool-is-engagement-beyond-school-bells-and-unl-honors-build-a-dynamic-k-16-learning-pipeline/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/bsbunlhonors.jpgBeyond School Bells, Nebraska Children's network of afterschool professionals, and UNL Honors are partnering on two key initiatives. The first strand is that of the Registered Student Organizations, specifically the UNL Honors Afterschool Clubs, on UNL’s campus. These clubs offer students a paid opportunity to flex their experiential muscles and provide community support.Beyond School Bells, Nebraska Children's network of afterschool professionals, and UNL Honors are partnering on two key initiatives. The first strand is that of the Registered Student Organizations, specifically the UNL Honors Afterschool Clubs, on UNL’s campus. These clubs offer students a paid opportunity to flex their experiential muscles and provide community support.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/unlbsbhonorsafterschool.jpgUNLBSBHonorsAfterschool2021-03-18T20:04:40+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/03/18/not-just-kid-stuff-falls-city-sixpence-falls-in-love-with-its-community-and-helps-the-whole-family-create-change/2021-03-18T20:02:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/03/15/wonder-powers-activate-beyond-school-bells-unl-honors-and-partners-create-test-prep-for-low-income-students%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/activate1-1.pngACTivate1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/bsbunlhonors.jpgBSBUNLHonors2023-05-19T22:33:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/02/17/aftershock-norfolk-public-schools-afterschool-program-and-beyond-school-bells-respond-to-the-community-and-students-needs-with-a-new-podcasting-club/2021-03-09T21:32:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/02/18/2021-youth-legislative-days-meets-virtually-for-young-leaders-to-make-their-voices-heard/2021-02-19T21:38:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/02/12/home-visitor-sharing-a-beautiful-moment-with-a-family/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/stephannirennwithfamily-1300pix.jpgYou might say it started with a beautiful moment. Stephanni Renn, Vice President of Early Childhood/Sixpence Administrator at Nebraska Children and Families Foundation and Dr. Lisa Knoche, Rsearch Associate Professor and principal investigator of the Getting Ready Preschool Development Grant at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families, and Schools shared core principles of quality home visitation practices in a breakout room at October’s Nebraska Leadership Team meeting.You might say it started with a beautiful moment. Stephanni Renn, Vice President of Early Childhood/Sixpence Administrator at Nebraska Children and Families Foundation and Dr. Lisa Knoche, Rsearch Associate Professor and principal investigator of the Getting Ready Preschool Development Grant at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln’s Center for Research on Children, Youth, Families, and Schools shared core principles of quality home visitation practices in a breakout room at October’s Nebraska Leadership Team meeting.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/stephannirennwithfamily_1000pix.jpgStephanniRennwithfamily_1000pix2021-02-01T22:26:52+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/01/20/sixpence-in-action-in-classes-homes-and-hearts/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/winnebago-5_cropped-1.jpgFor the past five years, Winnebago Public Schools has teamed up with Sixpence. And they have quite a bit of success to show for it. Whereas we don’t deny the difficulties our state and world have undergone, we find these struggles, even more, a reason to celebrate the early childhood programs and people who are doing good. Read more about Sixpence and Winnebago Public Schools' successes!For the past five years, Winnebago Public Schools has teamed up with Sixpence. And they have quite a bit of success to show for it. Whereas we don’t deny the difficulties our state and world have undergone, we find these struggles, even more, a reason to celebrate the early childhood programs and people who are doing good. Read more about Sixpence and Winnebago Public Schools' successes! 2021-01-20T23:30:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/01/20/eriks-story-how-he-went-from-uncertainty-to-a-natural-leader-thanks-to-his-talents-and-connected-youth-initiative/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/erik_1200cropped.jpgA talented person with a turbulent past, Erik participated in CYI's LEAP strategy for college students who experienced foster care. Thanks to LEAP and your support, he now thrives. Read more. A talented person with a turbulent past, Erik participated in CYI's LEAP strategy for college students who experienced foster care. Thanks to LEAP and your support, he now thrives. Read more. 2021-01-20T22:25:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2021/01/12/circle-of-security-parenting-receives-national-attention-an-evidence-based-strategy-featured-in-50-state-summary-report/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/samiandcosp.jpgSami Bradley, Nebraska Children’s Assistant Vice President of Early Childhood Mental Health, echoes this sentiment. She’s long contributed her expertise to our various early childhood initiatives and community partners, including Rooted in Relationships. Sami’s goal is like ours: to create and sustain systems of care that ensure every child from birth through age eight receives the social-emotional support they need. Read more about how Sami's article and expertise on Circle of Security Parenting were featured in a national report.Sami Bradley, Nebraska Children’s Assistant Vice President of Early Childhood Mental Health, echoes this sentiment. She’s long contributed her expertise to our various early childhood initiatives and community partners, including Rooted in Relationships. Sami’s goal is like ours: to create and sustain systems of care that ensure every child from birth through age eight receives the social-emotional support they need. Read more about how Sami's article and expertise on Circle of Security Parenting were featured in a national report.2021-01-12T22:42:48+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/12/16/alex-finds-and-shares-his-success-with-a-cyi-program/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/alex_1300pixcropped.jpgAlex thought college would be financially impossible. Thanks to his determination and the CYI LEAP program, which provides college-related supports for young people with foster care experience, he's happily proven wrong. Read more. Alex thought college would be financially impossible. Thanks to his determination and the CYI LEAP program, which provides college-related supports for young people with foster care experience, he's happily proven wrong. Read more.  2020-12-16T16:50:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/12/15/what-has-four-corners-and-can-change-the-face-of-nebraska-afterschool-beyond-school-bells-can-tell-you/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/annawishartandthegreenery-2.jpgWhat Has Four Corners and Can Change the Face of Nebraska Afterschool? Beyond School Bells Can Tell YouWhy is our guest blogger and Beyond School Bells' Director of Partnerships, Anna Wishart, so excited for this winter? Read more to find out how Beyond School Bells, in their newest, high-tech initiative, is bringing sustainable agriculture to the next Nebraskan generation. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/annawishartandthegreenery.jpgAnnaWishartandTheGreenery2020-12-15T19:31:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/12/07/meet-lorena-mendez-a-sixpence-participant-and-now-a-home-visitor%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/lorena-7_cropped.jpgLorena-7_croppedhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/lorena-8.jpgLorena-82020-12-07T19:23:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/30/baby-steps-in-early-childhood-collaboration/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/picture-23-1.jpgPicture-23https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/picture-23.jpgPicture-23https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/kerrymillerandnoelle.gifWhat do a Needs Assessment, a Zoom meeting, and developmental videos have in common? And, no, this is not the set up for a joke. The answer, collaboration. In a recent Preschool Development Grant Nebraska Leadership Team meeting, Buffett Early Childhood Institute consultant Hallie Duke designed breakout sessions for participants to spend a few minutes discussing the ways in which their aims aligned. 2020-11-30T17:23:16+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/24/the-new-nebraska-how-loup-valley-childhood-initiative-continues-to-create-communities-for-kids/2020-11-24T17:31:00+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/23/beyond-school-bells-cares-funding-is-now-available-for-school-age-childcare-providers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/sao-funding-facebook-post.jpgOn October 1, Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s dedicated network of afterschool professionals, opened a new web portal that will accept CARES Act applications from licensed school-age and school-based providers who have been impacted by the pandemic.On October 1, Beyond School Bells (BSB), Nebraska Children and Families Foundation’s dedicated network of afterschool professionals, opened a new web portal that will accept CARES Act applications from licensed school-age and school-based providers who have been impacted by the pandemic. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/sao-funding-facebook-post.pngSAO funding Facebook Post2020-11-23T21:21:00+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/23/what-happens-to-youth-who-age-out-of-foster-care-they-graduate-on-to-the-next-chapter/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/elaine.jpgElaineThanks to alignment with CYI’s LEAP program, ETV recipients and their coaches can also tackle subjects such as relationships, work-life balance, housing, and scheduling. During these meetings, the coach offers encouragement that builds on the young person’s previous accomplishments and creates plans for future ones. Coaches will link youth to campus support systems as well.  Let’s hear Elaine’s story, in her words. 2020-11-23T20:57:39+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/16/compassion-fatigue-it-happens-to-everyone-so-how-can-we-bounce-back/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/wellnesswheel.gifWellness WheelEarly childhood professionals are at risk for developing compassion fatigue due to the demanding nature of their everyday work, which is now paired with the stress caused by the pandemic. Not only are early childhood professionals affected in their own lives by the threat of COVID, but they also must care for children and families experiencing a wide range of effects, such as lost jobs, unstable housing, or isolation from family and friends. If you or someone you know is suffering from compassion fatigue, here are some definitions and coping tips. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/wellnesswheel-2.pngWellnessWheelhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/wellnesswheel-1.pngWellnessWheel2020-11-16T16:43:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/09/sixpence-strikes-again-families-attend-strolling-thunder-teen-parents-excel-and-children-thrive%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/macy-4_cropped-1.gifSixpence in Macy, Nebraska, and their community are a perfect example of a group of resilient people who pull together through the storm. The Shinga Zhinga Child Development Center serves the community. The Center is located on the UmonHon reservation and primarily serves teenage parents, community members, and high school staff members. Thanks to Sixpence, the program director Lacey Sateren, said she has witnessed remarkable developments throughout the past year, even during the height of the pandemic.  Read some incredible achievements thanks to resilient families, Umonhon Nation Public Schools, and Sixpence!Sixpence in Macy, Nebraska, and their community are a perfect example of a group of resilient people who pull together through the storm. The Shinga Zhinga Child Development Center serves the community. The Center is located on the UmonHon reservation and primarily serves teenage parents, community members, and high school staff members. Thanks to Sixpence, the program director Lacey Sateren, said she has witnessed remarkable developments throughout the past year, even during the height of the pandemic.  Read some incredible achievements thanks to resilient families, Umonhon Nation Public Schools, and Sixpence! 2020-11-09T20:36:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/11/06/you-are-not-alone-dawson-countys-early-childhood-professional-learning-series-provides-reassurance-and-resolve-for-motivated-staff/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/deearlie.gifDeeArliehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/arliedee.gifArlieDee2020-11-06T18:53:17+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/27/we-all-thrive-together-mary-jo-pankoke-first-lady-susanne-shore-and-partners-explain-how-you-bring-up-nebraska-during-the-pandemic/2020-11-02T20:51:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/30/rachel-pierce-attends-rooted-in-relationships-training-to-support-the-next-generation-of-thriving-children/2020-10-30T19:38:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/28/ripple-effect-sixpence-alliance-families-and-public-schools-create-positive-change/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/edison-1-1.jpgEdison-12020-10-28T16:49:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/27/not-a-bedtime-story-the-facts-figures-and-data-behind-childcare/2020-10-27T15:13:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/21/graduation-a-young-teen-parent-shares-how-her-efforts-and-sixpence-helped-her-enter-the-next-phase/2023-08-22T02:02:21+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/19/ready-set-rosie-lexingtons-early-learning-academy-is-off-to-the-races-building-family-school-partnerships/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/readyrosy-2-1.jpgReady, Set, Rosie: Lexington’s Early Learning Academy is Off to the Races Building Family-School Partnerships“I love it because I understand that Mateo will integrate quickly and his academic level will progress much more quickly,” one Spanish-speaking parent comments on Ready Rosie’s educational videos for families. 2020-10-21T16:30:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/17/__trashed-2/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/rebeccaandtroy-1.jpgEstablished in 2006, the Sixpence Early Learning Fund supports infants and toddlers to ensure that they’re developmentally ready for kindergarten. Sixpence administers three types of grants: Center-based care, family engagement home-based services, and a combination of family engagement and center-based care. Today, Rebecca and Troy Swindell share their Sixpence home visitation takeaways!Established in 2006, the Sixpence Early Learning Fund supports infants and toddlers to ensure that they’re developmentally ready for kindergarten. Sixpence administers three types of grants: Center-based care, family engagement home-based services, and a combination of family engagement and center-based care. Today, Rebecca and Troy Swindell share their Sixpence home visitation takeaways!2020-10-09T20:25:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/08/getconnected-2020/2020-10-09T18:35:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/07/camp-catch-up-rings-in-the-fall-and-reunites-siblings-again/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/campcatchup-16_1300pix.jpgThe team kicked off Camp Catch-Up on September 25. The sessions presented some fun activities from the past and new ones, including cooking before a campfire, tie-dying, and crafts-making. Camp delivered a seasonal spin, too, with pumpkin-carving and painting to boot.The team kicked off Camp Catch-Up on September 25. The sessions presented some fun activities from the past and new ones, including cooking before a campfire, tie-dying, and crafts-making. Camp delivered a seasonal spin, too, with pumpkin-carving and painting to boot.2020-10-07T20:09:44+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/05/to-the-moon-beyond-school-bells-teams-up-with-partners-to-enhance-girls-presence-in-stem/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/bsbscottsbluff.jpg-2_1300pix.jpgStarting from September 16, 2020, Beyond School Bells will partake in STEM Next and partners’ Million Girls Moonshot launch. As we prepare for lift-off, we feel it’s worth mentioning that we are thankful to STEM Next who awarded Beyond School Bells a year-long grant to lead the effort in Nebraska! Read more about how Beyond School Bells is preparing for lift-off!Starting from September 16, 2020, Beyond School Bells will partake in STEM Next and partners’ Million Girls Moonshot launch. As we prepare for lift-off, we feel it’s worth mentioning that we are thankful to STEM Next who awarded Beyond School Bells a year-long grant to lead the effort in Nebraska! Read more about how Beyond School Bells is preparing for lift-off!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/bsbscottsbluff.jpg-2-copy.jpgStarting from September 16, 2020, Beyond School Bells will partake in STEM Next and partners’ Million Girls Moonshot launch. As we prepare for lift-off, we feel it’s worth mentioning that we are thankful to STEM Next who awarded Beyond School Bells a year-long grant to lead the effort in Nebraska! Read more about how Beyond School Bells is preparing for lift-off!Starting from September 16, 2020, Beyond School Bells will partake in STEM Next and partners’ Million Girls Moonshot launch. As we prepare for lift-off, we feel it’s worth mentioning that we are thankful to STEM Next who awarded Beyond School Bells a year-long grant to lead the effort in Nebraska! Read more about how Beyond School Bells is preparing for lift-off!2020-10-05T19:49:39+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/05/a-young-mother-fremont-public-schools-and-sixpence-make-the-impossible-possible/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/sixpencefremont-4_cropped_1300pix.jpgour years ago, a frightened, pregnant 16-year-old walked through Fremont Sixpence’s doors. In addition to being scared, the young woman was disconnected from her relatives. Read about how this young mother's resolve and Fremont Sixpence helped her to push through difficulties and into her own triumphant light.Four years ago, a frightened, pregnant 16-year-old walked through Fremont Sixpence’s doors. In addition to being scared, the young woman was disconnected from her relatives. Read about how this young mother's resolve and Fremont Sixpence helped her to push through difficulties and into her own triumphant light. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/sixpencefremont-4_cropped-2.jpgSixpenceFremont-4_cropped2020-10-05T14:26:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/10/01/sixpence-home-visits-a-columbus-nebraska-family-shares-their-takeaways/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/sophiaandadriana-1-1.jpgMost of us have probably sung the Song of Sixpence. It’s a strange little nursery rhyme, one with strikingly original opening lyrics we loved as children. Blackbirds fly out of a pie that is set before the king. For a child to be heard and create his or her own melody in the world, we need to begin to support them early in life. From the ages of birth through three, a child’s brain is a fertile ground that establishes neural connections at a dizzying rate. Therefore, parents and caregivers can help set their children’s foundation up for the formation of these valuable connections. There are a few ways that Sixpence can help. Read more to learn about Jamie Leach's Sixpence takeaways.Most of us have probably sung the Song of Sixpence. It’s a strange little nursery rhyme, one with strikingly original opening lyrics we loved as children. Blackbirds fly out of a pie that is set before the king. For a child to be heard and create his or her own melody in the world, we need to begin to support them early in life. From the ages of birth through three, a child’s brain is a fertile ground that establishes neural connections at a dizzying rate. Therefore, parents and caregivers can help set their children’s foundation up for the formation of these valuable connections. There are a few ways that Sixpence can help. Read more to learn about Jamie Leach's Sixpence takeaways. 2020-10-01T15:24:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/30/child-care-becca-paulsen-shares-her-vision-of-a-quality-provider/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/baby-3.jpg“When can you have a baby?” This is the question that Becca Paulsen will ask her childcare provider when Becca is thinking about having a second child. This leads us to our next question: How do young parents find childcare in homey, comfortable, close-knit small towns? Read on.“When can you have a baby?” This is the question that Becca Paulsen will ask her childcare provider when Becca is thinking about having a second child. This leads us to our next question: How do young parents find childcare in homey, comfortable, close-knit small towns? Read on. 2021-04-08T06:37:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/29/out-with-time-out-in-with-time-ins-how-the-grand-island-ywca-develops-healthy-social-emotional-relationships/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/pyramidmodel.jpgpyramidmodel2020-09-29T14:48:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/24/early-and-new-beginnings-boone-county-and-c4k-break-ground-for-boone-beginnings-early-childhood-and-family-development-center/2020-09-24T18:20:01+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/23/coming-into-full-bloom-cherry-park-creative-corner-llcs-director-shannon-crosby-shares-sixpence-ccp-takeaways/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/cherrycorner-14_cropped-1.jpgAlthough life and the weather are ever-changing, quality childcare and education are a constant need. To do this, we need Early Childhood initiatives like Sixpence Child Care Partnerships (Sixpence CCP). Early care and education professionals have a short but crucial time to help young lives bloom. We and Sixpence CCP can help.  Read more about Shannon Crosby, the director of Cherry Park Creative Corner, LL, and her Sixpence Child Care Partnership.Although life and the weather are ever-changing, quality childcare and education is a constant need. To do this, we need Early Childhood initiatives like Sixpence Child Care Partnerships (Sixpence CCP). Early care and education professionals have a short but crucial time to help young lives bloom. We and Sixpence CCP can help.  Read more about Shannon Crosby, the director of Cherry Park Creative Corner, LL, and her Sixpence Child Care Partnership. 2020-09-23T16:30:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/10/shooting-for-success-sixpence-and-broken-bow-hit-the-bulls-eye%e2%80%af/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/willis-1-1.jpgSixpence Early Learning Fund, one of our Early Childhood initiatives, is dedicated to helping our state’s most vulnerable infants and toddlers during their precious early years. Today, a Broken Bow family shared their takeaways from going more than eight years strong with Sixpence home visits!Sixpence Early Learning Fund, one of our Early Childhood initiatives, is dedicated to helping our state’s most vulnerable infants and toddlers during their precious early years. Today, a Broken Bow family shared their takeaways from going more than eight years strong with Sixpence home visits! https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/willis-1_cropped-3.jpgWillis-1_cropped2020-09-16T21:14:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/09/03/ten-minute-rule-what-becky-lieswald-wishes-she-could-have-known-before-applying-for-a-stabilization-grant/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/becky-blog-post-facebook-post-1.pngHow long did it take Becky Ramm, a busy Nebraska childcare provider, to apply for the Stabilization Grant? TEN MINUTES. Yes, the process was that easy. Read more tips as Becky walks you through this simple grant application for childcare providers who were impacted by the pandemic.How long did it take Becky Ramm, a busy Nebraska childcare provider, to apply for the Stabilization Grant? TEN MINUTES. Yes, the process was that easy. Read more tips as Becky walks you through this simple grant application for childcare providers who were impacted by the pandemic.2020-09-08T14:36:27+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/27/rooted-in-adult-and-child-relationships-self-care-bingo-engaging-toys-and-more-for-the-whole-family/2020-08-28T15:01:40+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/25/filling-the-void-and-cultivating-kids-wilcox-hildreths-c4k-team-draws-up-plans-for-a-quality-childcare-center/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/c4kwilcox-3.jpgPopular culture is full of tales of a young person who travels from her small town to a larger urban area. But what about those who stay or return? Beyond Dorothy of The Wizard of Oz, many young families move back to small towns, places that they love, where they may be presented with unique assets and challenges, including finding childcare. Read more about the Wilcox-Hildreth area's new C4K initiative and their dreams of Cultivating Kids...and quality childcare.Popular culture is full of tales of a young person who travels from her small town to a larger urban area. But what about those who stay or return? Beyond Dorothy of The Wizard of Oz, many young families move back to small towns, places that they love, where they may be presented with unique assets and challenges, including finding childcare. Read more about the Wilcox-Hildreth area's new C4K initiative and their dreams of Cultivating Kids...and quality childcare. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/c4kwilcox.jpgC4KWilcox2020-08-25T18:46:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/24/think-make-create-trailers-the-eyes-into-the-future-of-the-next-generation-of-professionals/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/familyservicelincolntmc-5.jpgLately, the future of kids going back to school has been uncertain. Happily, when Beyond School Bells' teamed up with Big Red Keno, a Think Make Create Lab rolled into Family Service Lincoln. Just like that, the future was hopeful once again! Read more about how our next generation of young creators made the most of this mobile makerspace!Lately, the future of kids going back to school has been uncertain. Happily, when Beyond School Bells' teamed up with Big Red Keno, a Think Make Create Lab rolled into Family Service Lincoln. Just like that, the future was hopeful once again! Read more about how our next generation of young creators made the most of this mobile makerspace! 2020-08-24T22:58:58+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/18/new-beginnings-and-homes-connected-youth-initiative-supports-a-young-woman/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/womanstandingindoorway.jpgA young woman was temporarily homeless. How did she use her resilience, resources, and a little support from a Central Navigator and KAJ Hospitality to find a place she now calls home?A young woman was temporarily homeless. How did she use her resilience, resources, and a little support from a Central Navigator and KAJ Hospitality to find a place she now calls home? 2020-08-18T16:28:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/14/hear-no-evil-see-no-evil-why-suppressing-childrens-emotions-doesnt-work-sami-bradley-shares-what-does/2020-08-15T21:54:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/13/kloreaces-story-opportunity-passport-commitment-and-work-ethic-take-her-home/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/kloreace-2-2.jpgAt 25 years old, Kloreace thought big and dreamt bigger. Six months after enrolling in Opportunity Passport™, she bought a house! A passionate school psychologist, she possesses many talents: she’s intelligent, driven, and compassionate. She’s also an advocate for the Opportunity Passport ™ program.At 25 years old, Kloreace thought big and dreamt bigger. Six months after enrolling in Opportunity Passport™, she bought a house! A passionate school psychologist, she possesses many talents: she’s intelligent, driven, and compassionate. She’s also an advocate for the Opportunity Passport ™ program. 2020-08-19T05:44:19+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/12/the-teaching-tree-and-rooted-in-relationships-grant-early-childcare-wishes-for-a-thriving-center/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/teachingtree-31-1.jpgIt’s late in the afternoon. Naptime is over. A little boy is feeling angry because his friend took his favorite toy. His face reddens and twists. As he begins to whimper, his teacher takes him aside. He puffs and blows out an imaginary candle she's holding. There are many other techniques that Stephanie Allen, the director of The Teaching Tree, her teachers, and Rooted coaches use for a thriving center! Read more.It’s late in the afternoon. Naptime is over. A little boy is feeling angry because his friend took his favorite toy. His face reddens and twists. As he begins to whimper, his teacher takes him aside. He puffs and blows out an imaginary candle she's holding. There are many other techniques that Stephanie Allen, the director of The Teaching Tree, her teachers, and Rooted coaches use for a thriving center! Read more. 2020-08-12T15:37:39+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/11/good-things-come-in-5s-the-kellers-share-their-top-sixpence-home-based-takeaways/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/kellerfamily-2.jpg_1300pix.jpgGood Things Come in 5s: The Kellers Share Their Top Sixpence Home-Based Takeaways.Good Things Come in 5s: The Kellers Share Their Top Sixpence Home-Based Takeaways. 2020-08-11T16:56:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/08/06/rooted-in-relationships-team-releases-their-annual-report-what-did-they-find-out/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/annualreport.jpgSome communities found great outcomes when they decided to implement Positive Solutions for Families, which empowers parents to implement Pyramid practices at home.Some communities found great outcomes when they decided to implement Positive Solutions for Families, which empowers parents to implement Pyramid practices at home. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/annualreport-4.pngSome communities found great outcomes when they decided to implement Positive Solutions for Families, which empowers parents to implement Pyramid practices at home.Some communities found great outcomes when they decided to implement Positive Solutions for Families, which empowers parents to implement Pyramid practices at home. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/annualreport-3.pngAnnualReport2020-08-06T14:00:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/31/nebraska-children-and-families-foundation-also-a-foundation-for-childrens-thriving-early-years/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/connection_mother-holding-newborn_istock-950367804.jpgMother holding newborn baby boyMother holding newborn baby boy on her knees, closeup2020-07-31T20:04:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/27/happy-campers-camp-catch-ups-virtual-vibes-still-brings-socially-distanced-siblings-together/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/campfire-1.jpgNot even a pandemic could stop Camp Catch-Up! An annual event that reunites siblings who were separated by the foster care system, Camp Catch-Up Virtual Sibling Vibes was held this year on July 6 -10 via Zoom. All the children, youth, and counselors logged on - and then the games literally began! From Gaga ball to a talent show to storytelling, counselors and coordinators made sure that a good time was had by all. Read more.Not even a pandemic could stop Camp Catch-Up! An annual event that reunites siblings who were separated by the foster care system, Camp Catch-Up Virtual Sibling Vibes was held this year on July 6 -10 via Zoom. All the children, youth, and counselors logged on - and then the games literally began! From Gaga ball to a talent show to storytelling, counselors and coordinators made sure that a good time was had by all. Read more. 2020-07-27T18:41:09+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/21/the-teaching-tree-sixpence-ccp-and-stephanie-allen-grow-the-good-life-for-toddlers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/teachingtree-7_cropped-3.jpgFor a sapling to thrive and to grow into one of the majestic oaks we see today, first it must be rooted deeply within the ground. The same applies to children's early years. Sixpence, one of our early childhood initiatives, focuses on setting infants and toddlers up for success during those first three years of their life. Read our latest blog, which features an interview with Stephanie Allen, who tells us all about her takeaways from collaborating with Sixpence CCP.For a sapling to thrive and to grow into one of the majestic oaks we see today, first it must be rooted deeply within the ground. The same applies to children's early years. Sixpence, one of our early childhood initiatives, focuses on setting infants and toddlers up for success during those first three years of their life. Read our latest blog, which features an interview with Stephanie Allen, who tells us all about her takeaways from collaborating with Sixpence CCP. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/teachingtree-7_cropped-2.jpgTeachingTree-7_cropped2020-07-21T20:44:00+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/16/rewriting-the-script-mental-health-outreach-services-provide-support-remove-stigmas-and-take-a-holistic-approach/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/mh-outreach-services-flyer-1.jpgMH Outreach Services flyer2020-07-16T15:56:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/15/crossing-over-new-connected-youth-initiative-goals-program-helps-create-a-bridge-between-youth-and-supports/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/sharon-mccutcheon-519968-unsplash.jpgImagine having experienced the foster care system. Maybe you connected with a family. Maybe you didn’t, and now you’re alone. You’re ready to live your best life, but are so focused on surviving, you’ve yet to approach thriving. The Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Labor, CYI, Central Plains Center for Services and The Sherwood Foundation have teamed up to create Granting Opportunities for Achievement and Lifelong Success (GOALS). This initiative supports young adults who are transitioning from extended foster care during and throughout the pandemic. Read more.Imagine having experienced the foster care system. Maybe you connected with a family. Maybe you didn’t, and now you’re alone. You’re ready to live your best life but are so focused on surviving, you’ve yet to approach thriving. The Department of Health and Human Services, Department of Labor, CYI, Central Plains Center for Services and The Sherwood Foundation have teamed up to create Granting Opportunities for Achievement and Lifelong Success (GOALS). This initiative supports young adults who are transitioning from extended foster care during and throughout the pandemic. Read more. 2020-07-15T21:18:21+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/07/10/quality-childcare-near-you-sixpence-ccp-teams-up-with-hastings-public-schools-and-stoneys-childcare-center/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/hastings_stoneystraatmann-3.jpgStoney Straatmann (above middle), a licensed childcare provider, talks about how Sixpence CCP has benefited her.Stoney Straatmann (above middle), a licensed childcare provider, talks about how Sixpence CCP has benefited her. 2020-07-10T19:30:55+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/30/hand-me-downs-mothers-daughters-and-mentors-share-their-vision-for-the-next-generation-of-childcare-professionals/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/eastyn-5.jpgWhat do I do if a parent’s check bounces? How do I handle temper tantrums? How do I keep the children in my care safe and healthy during the pandemic? How do I create a budget? What are my main expenses? How do I self-care? Why won’t toddlers put their shoes on without throwing a fit? How do I know if I am the right person for this field? Who do I talk to when I’m confused, stressed, or wish to learn about other professional opportunities? The Dawson County Early Childhood Professional Learning Series has answers.What do I do if a parent’s check bounces? How do I handle temper tantrums? How do I keep the children in my care safe and healthy during the pandemic? How do I create a budget? What are my main expenses? How do I self-care? Why won’t toddlers put their shoes on without throwing a fit? How do I know if I am the right person for this field? Who do I talk to when I’m confused, stressed, or wish to learn about other professional opportunities? The Dawson County Early Childhood Professional Learning Series has answers. 2020-06-30T19:16:58+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/30/the-giving-community-nebraska-children-joins-fremonts-covid-19-task-force/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/fremont-1-2.jpgPicture a rainy, cloudy day. The sky is a pale gray. Torrents pelt down like ball peen hammers. Suddenly, a man twirling fire walks through the rain, then a clown parades through the puddles. A line of cars slowly forms to watch the performance. This is not a dreamscape; this is the positive change that we envision at Nebraska Children, of which we’re delighted to take part. Read more.Picture a rainy, cloudy day. The sky is a pale gray. Torrents pelt down like ball peen hammers. Suddenly, a man twirling fire walks through the rain, then a clown parades through the puddles. A line of cars slowly forms to watch the performance. This is not a dreamscape; this is the positive change that we envision at Nebraska Children, of which we’re delighted to take part. Read more. 2020-06-30T19:16:02+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/25/early-childhood-development-is-a-home-run-cassie-and-taylor-boyle-share-their-sixpence-home-based-experience/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/plattsmouth_boylefamily-1-1.jpgWe recently spoke with Cassie and Taylor Boyle of Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Cassie and Taylor are the parents of four children. Cassie explained some of the key benefits, resources, and takeaways she and her family have experienced from participating in the Sixpence Home-Based program.We recently spoke with Cassie and Taylor Boyle of Plattsmouth, Nebraska. Cassie and Taylor are the parents of four children. Cassie explained some of the key benefits, resources, and takeaways she and her family have experienced from participating in the Sixpence Home-Based program. 2020-06-25T17:08:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/23/brainchildren-mccook-communities-for-kids-meeting-of-the-minds-increases-childcare-and-community/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/mccooksurvey-6-1.jpgMcCookSurvey-6https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/mccooksurvey-6.jpgMcCookSurvey-62020-06-23T22:03:52+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/19/good-things-come-in-threes-communities-for-kids-and-partners-enact-three-phase-approach-for-early-childhood-programs-and-providers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/c4kcolumbus-1-1.jpgColumbus' Communities for Kids, the Community and Family Partnership, Columbus Public Schools, and other partners stand at attention, ready to hand out essential items.Columbus' Communities for Kids, the Community and Family Partnership, Columbus Public Schools, and other partners stand at attention, ready to hand out essential items. 2020-06-19T21:35:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/15/zeny-a-young-woman-with-an-incredible-work-ethic-meets-her-goals-and-says-i-cant-wait-to-give-back-one-day/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/zeny.jpgZeny: A Young Woman with an Incredible Work Ethic, Meets Her Goals and Says, “I Can’t Wait to Give Back One Day”When Zeny and her husband moved from the small town of Hastings, Nebraska to Lincoln, she had to begin all over again. For anyone who has encountered not only a new chapter in life, but a new library, that transition can be scary, exciting, and abrupt. One CYI component that helped Zeny along her way was Opportunity Passport™, which is implemented in Lincoln by Community Action Partnership of Lancaster and Saunders County. Read more about Zeny's accomplishments. 2020-06-15T16:08:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/11/virusbusters-lisa-topf-talks-about-early-care-providers-struggles-at-the-frontlines-of-covid-19/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/img_2388-1.jpgHere is one of Lisa's staff members, disinfecting toys.We are grateful to Lisa, a Sioux City, Nebraska early care specialist, for sharing her experience at Cubby Care Campus, an early childhood center that’s situated in a growing hotbed of COVID-19, or what Lisa calls The Villain Virus. From here on, Lisa will discuss her experience, in her own words.2020-06-12T14:21:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/05/tips-for-early-care-providers-educators-and-programs/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/istock_000009085443large.jpgTo ensure our safety and well-being for our next generation, the NAIMH (Nebraska Association for Infant Mental Health) has leveraged various recent sources to put together a series best practices for early care providers and educators so that our children and we can adjust to some significant changes.To ensure our safety and well-being for our next generation, the NAIMH (Nebraska Association for Infant Mental Health) has leveraged various recent sources to put together a series best practices for early care providers and educators so that our children and we can adjust to some significant changes. 2022-02-25T16:38:23+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/05/cares-act-allocates-funds-to-childcare-and-educational-initiatives/2020-06-05T21:40:01+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/06/05/nebraska-children-teams-up-with-matt-talbot-kitchen-and-partners-to-provide-housing-for-homeless/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/matttalbotkitchencopped_1300pix.jpgWe teamed up with Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach and partners' efforts to provide housing for the homeless.We are excited to be part of some incredible community-based efforts, particularly when we teamed up with Matt Talbot Kitchen & Outreach and partners' efforts to provide housing for the homeless. 2020-06-05T21:31:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/27/connected-youth-initiative-kevin-a-motivated-young-man-arrives-at-success-thanks-to-his-determination-and-a-little-help-from-opportunity-passport/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kevin-2-1300pix.jpgKevinKevin has been a participant in Opportunity Passport™ for over three years. He speaks three languages, plans to attend college, continues to demonstrate financial self-sufficiency. Given these skills, he’s already created a solid foundation but has built on these existing talents. Read more to see how he accomplished his goals!2020-05-27T16:06:25+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/20/project-everlast-omaha-launches-mobile-pantries-to-ensure-youth-have-access-to-food-and-necessities/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/mobilefoodpantry-2-2.jpgMobile food pantries are on-the-go, thanks to Project Everlast Omaha!Long before the pandemic, Connected Youth Initiative’s Project Everlast Omaha, its partners, and the community has offered programs to assist unconnected youth. The term "unconnected youth" refers to young people between the ages of 14-25 years of age who have experienced the foster care system, juvenile justice system and/or probation, homelessness, or human trafficking. Find out more about Project Everlast Omaha's efforts to support unconnected youth!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/mobilefoodpantry-2-1.jpgMobilefoodpantry-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/mobilefoodpantry-2.jpgMobilefoodpantry-22020-05-21T21:23:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/19/when-playgrounds-are-off-limits-early-care-providers-get-creative-krystal-holmes-reveals-educational-activities-for-toddlers-during-covid-19/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/preschool.jpgRead more about Falls City, NE childcare provider, Krystal Holmes, who became creative in engaging her toddlers. From creating mini-storm clouds to turning a toy exercise into a real-live bug-hunt, Krystal shares both the difficulties that have affected her childcare and the learning experiences she has created as a result.Read more about Falls City, NE childcare provider, Krystal Holmes, who became creative in engaging her toddlers. From creating mini-storm clouds to turning a toy exercise into a real-live bug-hunt, Krystal shares both the difficulties that have affected her childcare and the learning experiences she has created as a result. 2020-05-19T16:06:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/15/early-provider-spotlight-roxann-bihlmaier-director-of-kinder-haus-child-center-talks-about-covid-19s-impact/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kidsdressedup-2.jpgRoxann Bihlmaier, the Director of Kinder Haus Child Center in Eustis, shares how the pandemic has impacted her program.Although many professions, from retail to bartending to hospitality, have felt COVID-19's impact, there is one, essential part of our workforce whose efforts occasionally remain unsung: our early care and education providers. We realize, who better then, to speak to the struggles and hopes childcare providers face than a provider herself? Today, Roxann Bihlmaier, the Director of Kinder Haus Child Center in Eustis, Nebraska, is that person. Although every childcare provider's story is unique, their hardships, hopes, and fears are all very real. Let us allow Roxann to tell us her story. 2020-05-15T18:19:47+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/13/promising-news-for-early-childhood-care-and-education-nebraskas-pdg-b-5-renewal-grant-chosen-for-8-9-million-dollar-award/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/istock-904506400.jpgGroup Of Young Children Playing With Water Table In GardenGroup Of Young Children Playing With Water Table In Garden2020-05-13T21:01:40+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/12/opening-up-during-covid-19-a-childcare-provider-shares-her-experience/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/carlyandfam.jpgCarly Garner: A Childcare Provider Deliberates the Ambiguity Surrounding COVID-19Early care providers and educators realize that whereas they are performing an essential act, they are also assuming a highly empathetic one. Many early childhood programs and providers have worked with their families and children for years. Early care educators and providers not only make up an important part of our economy; they have also become an honorary member of their attendees’ families. Meanwhile, questions abound: if they close will they ever reopen? What will their families, whom they have grown to care for as much as their children, do if they close their doors? How do they best serve their families, selves, and children? For Carly, she deliberates these questions along with the uncertainty surrounding the pandemic. 2020-05-12T22:06:23+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/08/reconnecting-youth-with-foster-care-experience-project-everlast-and-its-supporters-help-a-young-man-remain-connected/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/iphone_notes.jpgiphone_notesAs COVID-19 numbers rise, Project Everlast Omaha seeks out those affected youth in the metro, particularly those released from incarceration. For young members of our community, feeling excluded is hard enough, but being released into an uncertain, altered world is even more taxing. Read more about how Project Everlast Omaha assisted a young man who had been released from incarceration. 2020-05-08T21:05:04+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/07/nebraska-reopens-along-with-early-care-and-education-programs-chantel-tonkinson-shares-her-new-beginning/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/directorgroup-1.pngDirectorGroup-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/postcarddiscount.jpgPostcarddiscounthttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/postcarddiscount.jpegPostcarddiscounthttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/washerdryer-room-1.jpgWasherDryer Roomhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/little-room-cleared-2-1.jpgLittle Room Cleared-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/kindergarten-room-1-1.jpgKindergarten Room-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/washerdryer-room.jpgWasherDryer Roomhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/little-room-cleared-2.jpgLittle Room Cleared-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/kindergarten-room-1.jpgKindergarten Room-1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/chantelchildcare-3.jpgChantel's childcare facility prior to its new beginning.Children at Chantel Tonkinson's early care facility, Ladybug Crossing, create Easter projects. 2020-05-07T20:09:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/07/connected-youth-initiative-and-covid-19-a-domestic-abuse-survivor-steps-into-brighter-times/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/sunnyporch.jpgsunnyporchA young mother of three children was trapped in a domestic abuse situation. As a result, she had no control over the income she was earning. During COVID-19, she kept coming up empty and was initially overlooked, like so many others in her position, while the rest of the world scrambled to make sense of pandemic-related chaos. Find out what happened next. 2020-05-07T19:46:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/28/early-childhood-providers-and-covid-19-the-nebraska-child-care-provider-relief-fund-delivers-source-of-support/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cash-_-crayons-2.jpgCash-_-Crayonshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cash-_-crayons-1.jpgCash _ Crayonshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cash-_-crayons.jpgCash _ CrayonsThanks to the Buffett Early Childhood Fund, we and Nebraska Early Childhood Collaborative created the Nebraska Child Care Provider Relief Fund. This fund provides Nebraska-based licensed childcare programs and providers with a one-time $1,000 award. These funds are designed to recognize the importance of childcare facilities during this crisis. To date, we've received a staggeringly high number of over 1,000 applications. 2020-05-07T19:15:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/05/05/children-of-the-trees-communities-nonprofits-and-public-institutions-unite-on-behalf-of-nebraska-tree-a-thon/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/kidsklub-1.jpgKidsKlub-12020-05-05T21:47:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/29/no-picnic-saffron-buettner-reveals-her-communitys-strategy-to-deliver-175-gallons-of-milk-and-175-loaves-of-bread-to-70-providers-in-two-weeks/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/saffronbuettner-1.jpg-3-1.jpgSaffron Buettner poses with her little friendWhen early care providers experienced a bread and milk shortage, how did Saffron Buettner (pictured left) and her fellow community members help? Find out.  2020-05-05T14:01:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/28/afterschool-programs-are-here-to-stay-beyond-school-bells-launches-new-toolkit-for-any-stage-in-the-creation-process/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/bsbtoolkit.jpgBeyond School Bells Launches New Toolkit to Help at Any Stage of ELO ProcessWhether you're contemplating, starting, improving, or sustaining a high quality afterschool or summer learning experience, the process takes work. Beyond School Bells has launched its new Toolkit to help. For those thinking about creating an Expanded Learning Opportunity (ELO), the toolkit provides planning guidelines and funding structures. To start a program, this resource contains hiring and leadership strategies. To improve an ELO, explore curricular ideas and career-readiness best practices. Finally, sustain your ELO with resources for partnerships, advocacy, and messaging. 2020-04-28T18:36:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/28/beyond-school-bells-join-forces-to-bring-stem-to-underserved-areas/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/girlstem.jpgBeyond School Bells is excited to join other partners to increase the number of women in STEM.Beyond School Bells was awarded a one-year grant to participate in the Million Girl Moonshot. This initiative intends to increase the number of underserved youth in high-quality afterschool and summer STEM programs. With this STEMNext grant, BSB will join ten other statewide afterschool networks to launch this decade-long national initiative.2020-04-28T18:14:01+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/22/coming-clean-during-covid-19-community-members-help-early-care-providers-find-disinfectant/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/h3cjulienash-2-1000pix.jpgH3CJulieNash-2-1000pixJoin Julie Nash of Hall County Community Collaborative as she comes clean on her hunt for a provider's much-needed disinfectant. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/h3cjulienash-2.jpgH3CJulieNash-2Join Julie Nash of Hall County Community Collaborative as she comes clean on her hunt for a provider's much-needed disinfectant. 2020-04-22T15:40:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/21/bring-up-nebraska-partners-working-to-meet-needs-first-lady-shore-motherboard-and-generous-funders-refurbish-over-80-computers-for-families-in-colfax-platte-counties/2020-04-21T16:51:13+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/14/covid-19s-effect-on-early-care-and-afterschool-programs-providers-adapt-grapple-and-make-the-most-out-of-difficult-times/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cherrycorner-1-1.jpgCherrycorner-1The children at Cherry Creative Corner are creating and playing while Shannon and her staff find ways to adapt to new circumstances. 2020-04-15T18:17:10+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/01/early-childhood-care-and-education-in-crisis-how-providers-and-educators-are-grappling-and-adapting-in-the-face-of-covid-19/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/lindapreschool-6-1000pix.jpgLindapreschool-6-1000pixLinda and her staff put together packets for those preschoolers who can't attend her actual classes due to social-distancing measures. 2020-04-09T14:47:08+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/04/07/early-childcare-and-education-in-crisis-heather-schmidt-shares-her-experience-humor-and-difficulties-in-the-face-of-covid-19/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/packages.jpgPackageshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/interior-design-of-a-kindergarten-classroom_istock-1124346809.jpgEarly Care and COVID-19: What Does the Future Hold?What will the face of early care look like in response to COVID-19? We set out to interview providers in the Nebraska area to learn more about how they have been impacted by these unprecedented events. 2020-04-08T19:14:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/20/covid-19-information-and-resources/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/copy-of-fb-cover-09-2018.pngCopy of FB cover 09-2018https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ncff-full-logo.jpgNCFF full logo2020-03-31T14:05:00+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/26/early-childhood-rooted-in-relationships-communities-support-childcare-facilities-during-covid-19-crisis/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/rootedcovid19.jpgRootedCOVID19All across the state, communities participating in the Rooted in Relationships initiative have been rallying together to serve child care centers and family home providers during COVID-19.2020-03-26T20:32:01+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/02/25/after-school-and-summer-programs-beyond-school-bells-mission-rings-true/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bsbevaluationreport_beatrice_blast.pngBSBEvaluationReport_Beatrice_BLASThttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bsbevaluationreport_boone_ckc-1.gifBSBEvaluationReport_Boone_CKChttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bsbevaluationreport_boone_ckc.gifBSBEvaluationReport_Boone_CKChttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/bsbevaluationreport_boone_ckc.pngBSBEvaluationReport_Boone_CKC2020-03-19T10:12:47+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/02/25/beyond-schools-bells-community-success-and-design-challenge-what-happens-when-5-communities-create-afterschool-programs-from-scratch/2020-03-19T10:12:47+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/13/saddle-up-and-get-ready-perfect-pour-2020-is-rescheduled-for-august-21st/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/kenzierhodejpeg-e1584133647440.jpegKenzieRhodejpeg2020-03-13T21:48:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/13/afterschool-and-summer-learning-network-beyond-school-bells-and-partnership-coalition-grow-the-good-life-statewide-youth-tree-a-thon-planned-for-arbor-day-weekend-and-2020/2020-03-13T18:34:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/12/perfect-pour-canceled-due-to-growing-health-concerns/2020-03-12T17:28:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/11/early-childhood-programs-are-stepping-up-to-quality-falls-city-provider-discusses-her-partnership-with-sixpence-child-care-partnerships-and-falls-city-public-schools/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/sixpencestephaniebecker.gifSixpenceStephanieBecker2020-03-11T18:14:57+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/03/10/finding-quality-childcare-sixpence-ccp-teams-up-with-hastings-public-schools-and-pooh-corner-to-leave-mark-of-excellence/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/hastings_amandacusatissarah-longoria.gifHastings_AmandaCusatisSarah-Longoriahttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/hastings_amandacusatissarah-longoria.jpgHastings_AmandaCusatisSarah 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bright, talented young woman entered her first semester of college with a number of scholarships. What happened when she relapsed into mental illness? What resources did she have? 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[Converted]2020-01-24T19:38:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/01/22/former-foster-youth-and-connected-youth-initiative-participant-gains-financial-empowerment-dental-care-and-reason-to-smile/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/sheri-1.pngSheri-1Thanks to her determination and participation in the Connected Youth Initiative, Sheri reached her savings goal! 2020-01-24T15:37:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/01/23/early-childhood-success-lexington-nebraska-has-a-new-preschool/2020-01-23T15:24:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/01/22/reading-and-math-tips-for-making-words-and-numbers-exciting-before-kindergarten/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/reading.jpgreadinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/math.jpgmath2020-01-22T16:28:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2020/01/09/recent-statistics-for-cyis-3-year-implementation-of-leap-show-success-in-leaps-and-bounds/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/istock_000043959326_full.jpgThey're the rainbow of this nation!Four beautiful young girls smiling happinly while they sit 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The Rocks provided excellent jazz and swing music for the party.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/stelzner1.jpgCompetitor Michael Stelzner carefully assembles his cocktail for the judges.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/nelson1.jpgCompetitor Rachel Nelson assembles her drinks for the judges.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/ragone1.jpgJoscelyn Ragone assembles her "Love Potion #9" drink for the judges. She was the judges' choice for runner-up!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/jitterbug1.jpgProfessional swing dancers from Jitterbug kept the dance floor lively.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/jitterbug2.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/bass1.jpgCompetitor Deion Bass assembles his drinks for the judges.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/drinks1.jpgdrinks1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/attendees5.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/attendees6.jpgattendees62019-04-11T21:17:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2019/03/13/metro-youth-explore-alternative-career-paths-at-non-traditional-career-fair/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/career-fair.jpgCareer Fair2019-03-13T19:47:17+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2019/03/06/legislative-days-2019-encourages-civic-engagement-in-young-people/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/legdays2019.jpgLegDays20192019-03-12T15:47:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2018/11/05/changemakers-2018-celebrates-the-power-of-prevention/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/snb.jpgFabulous attendees from Security National Bank (and a packed house!). https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/shore.jpgNebraska's First Lady Susanne Shore speaks of the importance of prevention work like that of the Bring Up Nebraska initiative.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/rebecca.jpgYoung person Rebecca D. speaks of her experience with the Connected Youth Initiative in Omaha.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/mj.jpgNebraska Children's President and CEO Mary Jo Pankoke takes the stage.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/jessie.jpgJessie Rasmussen accepts the 2018 Grace Abbott Award as her brother, former Nebraska Governor and former U.S. Senator Bob Kerrey, looks on.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/changemakers.jpgThe main event!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/ashley.jpgKeynote speaker Ashley Rhodes-Courter shares her story — and plenty of laughs — with a captive 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giraffe!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/learning-animal-husbandry-with-the-sweetest-ferrit.jpgLearning animal husbandry with the sweetest ferret.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/jade-abby-and-matt-hugging-and-old-oak-tree.jpgMatt, Abby, and Jade hugging an old oak tree.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/jade-abby-anne-and-nia-at-annes-home.jpgJade, Abby, and Nia with Anne at her home. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/jade-abby-tracy-and-nia-with-their-new-leopard-print-mud-boots.jpgAbby, Jade, and Nia with Tracy and wearing their new leopard print mud boots. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/abbigail-jade-nia-and-me-leaving-girls-inc.jpgFrom left to right, Abby, Jade, Nia, and me at Girls 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DSCWhat a great evening!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04892.jpgSONY DSCThe VIP lounge made room for cozy conversation.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04887.jpgSONY DSCJudges' Choice winner Austin Foster.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04882.jpgSONY DSCWinner of People's Choice, Adam Flohr.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04867.jpgSONY DSCAttendees had a great time.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04734.jpgSONY DSCEveryone's 1950s Cuba attire was spectacular.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04706.jpgSONY DSCThe event had a great turnout.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04688.jpgSONY DSCJudges were on hand from the IBG.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04659.jpgSONY DSCMixology is serious business.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/dsc04642.jpgSONY DSCDrinks were beautiful AND delicious.2017-03-06T19:19:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2017/02/16/legislative-day-encourages-civic-engagement-in-youth/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1465.jpgimg_1465LB487 youth presenters.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1460.jpgimg_1460LB298 youth presenters.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1456.jpgimg_1456LB411 youth presenters.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1442.jpgimg_1442Youth shared lunch with senators and were able to give presentations in support of select bills.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1429.jpgimg_1429Lisa Sock taught youth about engagement and advocacy.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/img_1408.jpgimg_1408Youth worked together to select the bills they were most passionate about.2017-03-03T22:02:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2017/02/03/february-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/2017-02-03T15:41:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2017/01/02/january-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/01/nebraskachildren_newsletter_january2017.jpgnebraskachildren_newsletter_january20172017-01-06T15:45:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/11/30/december-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/cassyrockwell_web_2015-01.pngcassyrockwell_web_2015-01https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/tgiving-group.jpgtgiving-grouphttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/foster-youth-in-dc-photo-2.jpgfoster-youth-in-dc-photo-2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/tgiving.jpgtgivinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/phillipburrell_web_2015-01.pngphillipburrell_web_2015-012016-12-06T19:32:37+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/11/16/get-to-know-prosper-lincoln/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/michellesuarez_web_2016-01.pngmichellesuarez_web_2016-01Michelle 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Developer2016-12-06T18:39:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/11/04/spotlight-on-beyond-school-bells-4th-annual-elo-policy-summit/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/senatormello_elopolicysummit_2016_web-002.jpgsenatormello_elopolicysummit_2016_web-002https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/elosummit4.jpgelosummit4https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/elosummit3.jpgelosummit3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/elosummit2.jpgelosummit2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/elosummit1.jpgelosummit12016-11-04T19:10:40+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/11/01/november-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/kriswhisenhunt_web_2016-01.pngkriswhisenhunt_web_2016-01https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/roundup-divider.pngroundup-dividerhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/gil-and-co.pnggil-and-co2016-11-04T16:06:23+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/10/13/new-team-member-new-initiative-nathan-busch-and-the-system-of-care/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/nebraskaflag.pngnebraskaflaghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/nathanbusch_web_2016-01.pngnathanbusch_web_2016-012016-11-02T20:10:30+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/07/07/changemakers-spotlight-victor-rivas-rivers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/sp1004728_2.jpgsp1004728_2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/qveyqlh.jpegqveyqlhhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/victor.jpgVictor2016-11-02T17:11:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/09/30/time-for-congress-to-put-families-first/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/congress1.pngcongresshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/congress.pngcongress2016-11-02T16:56:26+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/10/03/october-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/victorrivers_peyouthstaff_bike-union.jpgvictorrivers_peyouthstaff_bike-union2016-11-01T21:30:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/03/07/proven-educationemployment-solution-for-omaha-and-lincolns-unconnected-youth/2016-10-06T17:36:57+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/09/19/celebrating-a-year-of-positive-change/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/wrscott.jpgwrscottBill and Ruth Scott, the 2016 recipients of the Grace Abbott Awardhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/winner.jpgwinnerhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/victorrivers_peyouthstaff_bike-union1.jpgvictorrivers_peyouthstaff_bike-unionProject Everlast Omaha staff and youth council members with Victor Rivas Rivers at The Bike Unionhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/victor4.jpgvictor4Victor Rivas Rivershttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/victor3.jpgvictor3Keynote speaker Victor Rivas Rivershttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/victor2.jpgvictor2Keynote Speaker Victor Rivas Rivershttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/sonia.jpgsoniaSonia Orozco spoke about the impact Sixpence has had on her familyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/signing.jpgsigningVictor Rivas Rivers signed copies of his book "A Private Family Matter" for attendees.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/sierra.jpgsierraSierra Valentine, who has been active in Project Everlast, spoke about how much Project Everlast has meant to herhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/10/scotts2.jpgscotts2John and Dianne Scott2016-10-05T15:17:06+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/09/02/september-connected-youth-initiative-roundup/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/cyi.pngcyihttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/nebraskachildren_4c_connectedyouthinitiative.pngNebraskaChildren_4c_ConnectedYouthInitiativehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/nebraskachildren_connectedyouthinitiative_final-01.pngNebraskaChildren_ConnectedYouthInitiative_FINAL-012016-10-04T13:04:43+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/06/27/cyi-panel-members-represent-nebraska-well/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/conf3.jpgconf3The CYI-CRP ladies presented to a large group.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/conf2.jpgconf2The ladies present at the conference.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/conf1.jpgconf1Celebrating Rosetta's birthday.2016-09-14T17:38:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/07/01/a-day-dedicated-to-youth-employment-success/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment6.jpgEmployment6https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment5.jpgEmployment5https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment4.jpgEmployment4https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment3.jpgEmployment3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment2.jpgEmployment2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/employment1.jpgEmployment12016-09-14T17:31:02+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2016/08/08/summer-wrap-up-keeping-kids-learning-outside-of-school-hours/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/summerlearning2.jpgsummerlearning2Sidney, where our support allows youth to participate in a summer entrepreneurship program that includes pitching their ideas to local banks, developing their own t-shirts, and promoting their projects on local radiohttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/summerlearning5.jpgsummerlearning5Columbus, where a BSB mini grant provides opportunities for youth to engage in classic summer activities like fishing and gardening through partnerships with 4H Extensionhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/summerlearning3.jpgsummerlearning3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/summerlearning1.jpgsummerlearning1Kearney, where youth have access to a wide variety of programming, including hands-on projects using the Beyond School Bells-supported "Think. 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vehicles.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/tb-delivering-project-everlast-christmas-presents.jpgTB delivering Project Everlast Christmas presentsTruck Brigade volunteers deliver Christmas gifts.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/jim-keenan-inaugural-tb-day.jpgJim & Keenan Inaugural TB DayKeenan Page and Jim Hubbard on the inaugural 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Heineman.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_4103.jpgIMG_4103https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_4054.jpgIMG_4054https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/02/img_4050.jpgIMG_40502014-02-17T16:51:17+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/02/06/statewide-coalition-of-citywide-elo-systems-kicks-off/2014-02-17T16:16:12+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/02/12/project-everlast-pilots-employment-program-in-omaha/2014-02-17T15:57:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/31/project-everlast-youth-testify-on-behalf-of-lb-853/2014-01-31T16:30:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/28/school-readiness-its-not-what-you-think-it-is/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/interventionpyramid.gifinterventionpyramid2021-03-08T17:39:10+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/27/baby-brains-a-webinar-about-early-childhood-brain-development/2014-01-27T15:59:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/23/869/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/vitalsigns.jpgvitalsigns2014-01-23T15:55:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/22/expanded-learning-opportunities-week-in-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/jeff-and-gov.jpgJeff and GovJeff Cole joins Governor Heineman as he proclaims this week ELO week in Nebraska.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/mural-painting-4.jpgMural Painting 4Painting a mural at the Crete ELO programhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/computer.jpgcomputerChadron students learning computer skills.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/didgerdidoos-1.jpgDidgerdidoos 1Student in Crete creating his own Didgeridoo. https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/robots.jpgrobotsStudents in Chadron working on a 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development.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/functions.jpgFUnctionshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/execfunctionsgrowth.jpgExecFunctionsGrowthhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/brainfunctionssequential.jpgBrainFunctionsSequential2014-01-06T19:30:35+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/12/23/care-and-compassion-tied-up-with-a-bow/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/kris.jpgKrisKris from the Lincoln Council, excited about her care package.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/tygifts.jpgTyGiftsTy from the Omaha council opening her gift near the massive stack of packages.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/brittney-smile-gift.jpgBrittney Smile GiftBrittney in a moment of joy upon opening her care package.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/img_4003.jpgIMG_4003Gifts came in from generous donors for months.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/algroup.jpgALGroupActiveLife Family Chiropractic providing $1,000 to purchase gifts for Project Everlast Care Packages2013-12-31T20:35:26+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/09/redefining-collaboration-with-the-fremont-united-way/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/wendyspeakinguwfremont.jpgWendySpeakingUWFremont"You've got a good thing going here." Wendy McCown, speaking to the Fremont United Way team, congratulating them for their success. Photo courtesy of the Fremont Tribune.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/childuwfremont.jpgChildUWFremontChild enjoying the event. Photo courtesy of the Fremont Tribune.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/chairsuwfremont.jpgChairsUWFremontLinda and Terry McCain, honorary campaign chairs. Photo courtesy of the Fremont Tribune.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/fremontuwevent.jpgFremontUWEvent2013-12-31T18:05:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2014/01/20/early-learning-in-lexington-views-from-a-sixpence-family-educator/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/craftproject.jpgCraftProjectTeenage parents engage their toddlers in some kitchen fun.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/mom-reading-a-book.jpgmom reading a bookOne of the young mothers Nancy works with reading to her toddler.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/parenting-skills.jpgparenting skillsA young couple learning infant care skills.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/family-picnic.jpgFamily PicnicSocial outing for teen parents to get the support they need and practice their parenting and interaction skills in a group.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/grouplearning.jpgGroupLearningGroup of young parents learning about healthy interactions with their babies.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/mom-childinteractoin.jpgMom-childInteractoinA young mother showing her skills as her child's most important teacher.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2014/01/nancyteaching.jpgNancyTeachingNancy working with a class full of young parents and their children.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/nancyphoto1.pngNancyPhotohttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/nancyphoto.pngNancyPhoto2014-01-31T18:17:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/18/project-everlast-wins-youth-in-philanthropy-award-from-afp/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/afp-npd-24.jpgAFP NPD-24https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/afp-npd-05-1.jpgAFP NPD-05 (1)The award was an artful arrangement of postage stamps representing the group's interests.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/afp1.jpgAFP1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/afp3.jpgAFP3The award was an artful arrangement of collectible postage stamps based on the group's interest.2013-12-03T22:40:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/03/11/how-automatic-giving-amplifies-your-impact/2013-12-03T17:09:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/12/02/new-sixpence-grants-awarded-to-8-nebraska-communities/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/12/ncff_sixpencesites_map_nov2013.jpgNCFF_Sixpencesites_map_Nov2013Map showing Sixpence grantee sites across Nebraska. The most recent round of grants puts the total of sites at 25.2013-12-02T21:00:28+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/12/02/beginning-the-process-of-change-in-norfolk/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2013-11-27-at-1-41-36-pm.pngScreen Shot 2013-11-27 at 1.41.36 PMhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2013-11-27-at-1-44-35-pm.pngScreen Shot 2013-11-27 at 1.44.35 PMStacy Anderson presents the insights of her work group.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2013-11-27-at-1-37-00-pm.pngScreen Shot 2013-11-27 at 1.37.00 PMLinda XXXX addressing the health work group.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/screen-shot-2013-11-27-at-1-30-56-pm.pngScreen Shot 2013-11-27 at 1.30.56 PMJenny Skala leading a group discussion at the Norfolk Service Array.2013-12-02T16:36:20+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/25/giving-thanks-with-project-everlast/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/ty.jpgtyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/turkey-heads.jpgturkey headshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/nate-beatbox.jpgnate beatboxNate talks to the professional beatboxer who just entertained the crowd.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/sarah.jpgsarahhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/buffet-line-2.jpgBuffet line 2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/akeeme-and-friend.jpgakeeme and friendhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/james-kris.jpgjames krishttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/tammy-schalisha.jpgtammy schalishahttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/akeeme-isaac-table.jpgakeeme isaac tablehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/buffet-line-4.jpgbuffet line 42013-11-25T20:17:47+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/15/celebration-of-stem-in-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/crowd.jpgCrowdhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/tables-from-above.jpgtables from aboveThe crowd settles in to enjoy their food, and discuss the impact of STEM learning in Nebraskahttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/collective.jpgCollective for Youth boothhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/jeff.jpgJeff Cole preparing to speak to the audience.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/ken.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/marta-music.jpgmarta musicNCFF board member Marta Nieves learning about the math behind music.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/math-alive.jpgmath aliveWide view of the Math Alive! exhibithttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/hexagons.jpghexagonsA guest assembles hexagons into a pattern.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/marth-dance.jpgmarth danceNET's Martha Florence dances in front of a motion sensing screen.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/kelly-wendy.jpgkelly wendyKelly Medwick and Wendy Van pose with their luminescent beverages.2013-11-14T22:59:54+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/14/blankets-for-camp-catch-up/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/doggie2.jpgdoggie2Proud puppy keeps watch over the finished product while Nate helps himself to some dessert.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/nate.jpgnatePE youth and adult volunteers work together to finish a few last blankets.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/james-oanh.jpgjames oanhPE Lincoln Youth Advisor James Bowers and Employment Manager Oanh Heiser stop working to cheese it up.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/amy-west.jpgamy westAmy West from Nebraska Appleseed finishing up her third blanket of the evening.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/brit-cierra.jpgbrit cierraBrittany and Sierra showing off their handiwork (with a little help from the pooch perched on her shoulder)2013-11-14T22:16:13+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/11/recap-of-lights-on-afterschool-activities-across-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/sam_4912.jpgSAM_49122013-11-11T17:15:20+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/08/child-saving-institute-awards-nebraska-children-and-families-foundation/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/group.jpgGroup2014-03-20T04:08:05+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/04/making-birthdays-special-for-youth-in-foster-care/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/nochild3.jpgNoChild3https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/nochild1.jpgNoChild1A young man getting a special birthday cake delivery at the Project Everlast Omaha office.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/nochild2.jpgNoChild2Schalisha giving a homemade pecan pie, baked by a volunteer, to a young woman on her birthday.2015-05-28T21:11:51+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/11/04/first-lady-sally-ganem-addresses-youth-congress/2013-11-04T03:17:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/22/hows-nebraska-doing-at-keeping-babies-safe-from-sids/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sleepmap.jpgSleepMapThis map shows where Sudden Unexpected Infant Deaths have occurred over the last 7 years in Nebraska.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bedsharinged.jpgBedSharingEdLevel of education attained by the mother plays a major role in whether she chooses to bed share.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bedsharingmatage.jpgBedSharingMatAgeA full 11% of Nebraska mothers under the age of 20 say they ALWAYS share a bed with their baby. Only 35.2% never bed share. Compare that to the 55.4% of moms 29 and older who never bed share.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/spbymaternalage.jpgSPbyMaternalAgeMothers younger than 20 are far less likely to put their babies to sleep on their back, while mothers 29 and older are far more likely.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bedsharingdecline.jpgBedSharingDeclineThe good news is that there has been marked increase in Nebraska parents who never co-sleep with their babies.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/bedsharing.jpgBedSharinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sleep-position-over-time.jpgSleep position over timeThe number of Nebraska babies sleeping on their backs has increased dramatically over the last 8 years.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/sleeppositions.jpgSleepPositions2013-11-01T03:51:21+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/29/nebraska-agencies-come-together-to-launch-system-of-care-planning/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/20131029-101340.jpg20131029-101340.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/20131029-094615.jpg20131029-094615.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/20131029-094538.jpg20131029-094538.jpghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/20131029-094450.jpg20131029-094450.jpg2013-10-30T13:49:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/21/how-brains-are-built-in-early-childhood/2013-10-22T15:19:36+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/19/omahas-gwyn-williams-selected-as-one-of-just-12-afterschool-ambassadors-from-across-nation/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/gwyn.jpgGwyn2013-10-19T03:43:42+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/18/youth-connect-is-this-monday/2013-10-19T02:58:41+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/18/statewide-stakeholder-summit-for-expanded-learning-opportunities-elos/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3357.jpgIMG_3357Ashley Wallace of the National Confernece of State Legislatures discusses state policies to support ELO activtieshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3376.jpgIMG_3376Dr. Doug Christensen facilitated group discussion around policy options that would support more, high-quality, sustainable ELO programs in Nebraska.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3338.jpgIMG_3338Jeff Cole walking attendees through the philosophy behind school-community partnerships and the importance of ELOs to Nebraska's students - especially those students from low-income families.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3362.jpgIMG_3362ELO Panelists Anna Wishart of Senator Kolowski's office, Molly O'Holleran of the State Board of Education, and Lisa Kaslon of UNL Extension.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3359.jpgIMG_3359Le Ann Johnson providing insight into Lincoln's CLC program and introducing the panelists.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/img_3373.jpgIMG_3373More than 80 statewide stakeholders attended the summit on ELOs.2013-10-18T22:52:48+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/15/net-spotlights-foster-youth-and-education/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/kristin-williams.jpgKristin Williamshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/gary.jpgGaryGary Stangler, Executive Director of the Jim Casey Youth Opportunities Initiativehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/panel.jpgPanelFrom left to right: Schalisha Walker, Thomas Pristow, Kim Hawekotte, Gary Stanglerhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/schalisha.jpgSchalishaSchalisha Walker prepares to represent to voice of the youth she serves through Project Everlast.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/screen.jpgScreen2013-10-15T23:50:59+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/10/14/project-everlast-honored-with-roots-of-justice-award/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/lincoln-pe.jpgLincoln PEKristina DellaCroce, James Bowers (Youth Advisor), Sarah Lindley and Dalton Walker from the Lincoln Project Everlast Councilhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/kellie-and-alana.jpgKellie and AlanaKellie Mitchell of Norfolk with Alana Pearson, the Norfolk Council Youth Advisorhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/akeeme-kris-and-sarah-w-azar-photobomb.jpgAkeeme Kris and Sarah w Azar photobombKristina DellaCroce, Akeeme Halliburton and Sarah Lindley (With Azar Webb photobombing)https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/kris-speaking.jpgKris speakingKristina DellaCroce, accepting the Roots of Justice Award.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/amy-west-presenting.jpgAmy West PresentingAmy West, Child Welfare Policy Coordinator presenting the Roots of Justice Award to Project Everlast.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/group.jpgGroupNebraska Appleseed's Amy West and Becky Gould pose for a photo with youth from Project Everlast - Sarah Lindley, Kristina DellaCroce, Akeeme Halliburton, Kellie Mitchell, Azar Webb and Dalton Walker2013-10-17T22:50:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/young-adultfoster-youth/2017-03-29T00:01:00+00:00weekly0.6https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/16/uppour-2013-recap/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/dick-holland-barb-weitz.jpgDick Holland-Barb WeitzFellow founding BBF board members Dick Holland and Barbara Weitz having a laugh before the start of the programhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/cheese.jpgCheesehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/shrimp-crostini.jpgShrimp Crostinihttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/big-mingle.jpgBig Minglehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/amy-gary-mingle.jpgAmy-Gary MingleNCFF's Amy Bornemeier discusses early childhood education with NET's Gary Targoff.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/mezzanine.jpgMezzaninehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/uppour-feature.jpgUpPour FeatureLighted balloons and an indoor garden set the stage for UpPour 2013https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/joanne-balloon-curtain.jpgJoanne-Balloon CurtainNCFF's Joanne Harse prepares to greet guests under the custom-created balloon curtain.2013-10-09T13:49:22+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/30/household-items-needed-for-youth-mart/2013-09-30T16:22:14+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/29/nebraskas-child-welfare-report-card/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/hs-grad-rate.pngHS Grad Ratehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/reportcardchart.pngReportCardCharthttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/map.jpgMap2013-09-30T14:15:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/24/federal-grant-funds-empower-nebraska-to-create-a-system-of-care/2013-09-24T17:07:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/22/nebraska-has-much-to-celebrate-during-national-school-success-month/2013-09-23T03:41:33+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/20/win-acceptance-speech/2013-09-20T17:03:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/16/women-investing-in-nebraska-select-project-everlast-to-receive-grant/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0413.jpgIMG_0413https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0437.jpgIMG_0437Project Everlast leader Kris DellaCroce and NCFF's Wendy Van accept award from WIN.2013-09-16T13:38:18+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/08/30/our-new-early-childhood-leader-has-a-passion-for-school-readiness/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/amy-b.jpgAmy BAmy Boernemeier, our new Associate Vice President of Early Childhood Programs, is excited to make high-quality education more accessible to the most at-risk children.2013-09-06T21:04:50+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/09/02/stem-at-the-nebraska-state-fair/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0182.jpgIMG_0182All the best fair foods come on a stick. This group has just learned the science of making those foods happen!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0171-1.jpgIMG_0171 (1)Temporary STEM "tattoos" allowed enthusiastic fairgoers to show their passion for science right on their skin!https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0103.jpgIMG_0103Agriculture is still the heart of Nebraska's economy. And modern agriculture is science, pure and simple. This STEM poster talks about the science of food production and raising livestock.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0094.jpgIMG_0094https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0091.jpgIMG_0091What's STEM Got To Do With It? Fairgoers were finding out thanks to a series of STEM posters throughout the fairgrounds. This one discusses the physics engineers employ when designing roller coasters and other carnival rides.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0128.jpgIMG_0128Kids come to learn about what makes a space shuttle work while enjoying a bounce house provided by the Strategic Air and Space Museum.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0065.jpgIMG_0065The Strategic Air and Space Museum demonstrates the launch of a high altitude balloon on Super Science Day.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/09/img_0026.jpgIMG_0026G-force simulator gives visitors hands on experience what it's like to fly a space shuttle.2013-09-04T13:57:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/08/29/nebraskas-first-family-proclaims-august-parental-involvement-month/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/sally1.pngSally2013-08-29T21:50:57+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/08/16/uppour-gala-set-for-september-12/2013-08-16T14:58:16+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/08/13/hawaiis-take-on-social-capital-for-youth-in-care/2013-08-13T13:50:45+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/middle-childhood/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/08/istock_000010202708medium.jpgBird-watcher2013-08-02T19:01:08+00:00weekly0.6https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/30/1980648-what-will-the-new-sixpence-grantees-do-with-it/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/sixpence-no-branch.jpgSixpence no branch2013-07-31T21:32:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/11/5-ways-to-keep-your-kids-learning-for-the-last-month-of-summmer/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/g-w-map.jpgG w Map2013-07-30T20:04:09+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/11/a-night-at-the-movies-standing-up-to-poverty/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/standing-up-to-poverty-panel.jpgStanding Up To Poverty Panelhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/standing-up-to-poverty-1.jpgStanding Up To Poverty 12013-07-30T19:59:13+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/29/peer-2013-the-movie/2013-07-29T22:16:32+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/26/peer-2013-in-pictures/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9544.jpgIMG_9544Norfolk Project Everlast Council showing their sassy side to the camera after a long planning session.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9529.jpgIMG_9529https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9521.jpgIMG_95214 representatives of the North Platte Project Everlast Councilhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/img_9531.jpgJason facilitates leadership training among youthhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/pe-was-here-peer-2013.jpgPE Was Here - PEER 2013Project Everlast Council members make their mark on the beach near Fremont.2013-07-26T21:09:29+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/early-childhood/2020-01-09T10:15:15+00:00weekly0.6https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/25/circle-of-security-for-healthy-social-emotional-development/2013-07-25T14:28:34+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/18/how-does-nebraska-stack-up-on-adverse-childhood-experiences/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/prevalence-ace-individual.pngPrevalence ACE 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Count2013-07-18T14:28:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/18/sixpence-in-action-new-video/2013-07-18T13:54:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/16/press-release-sixpence-early-learning-fund-awards-13-new-grants-in-first-round-will-begin-accepting-second-round-applications-august-1/2013-07-16T16:21:31+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/09/sixpence-spotlight-cretes-stefanni-renn/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/07/stephanniphoto.pngStephanniPhoto2013-07-09T14:03:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/03/why-you-should-volunteer-for-camp-catch-up-in-august/2013-07-08T13:49:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/07/01/for-your-consideration-could-canadas-roots-of-empathy-program-work-in-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/roe1.jpgROE1https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/roe2-e1372107095655.jpgROE2https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/roe3.jpgStella 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advisors.2013-05-14T18:40:39+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/10/a-few-words-for-our-mothers/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/af-am-mother-and-son-reading.jpgAf Am Mother and Son Reading2013-05-10T14:57:34+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/09/taking-infant-mental-health-seriously/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/mentalhealthawarenessdaybadge.jpgMentalHealthAwarenessDayBadgehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/childrens-mental-health-header.jpgChildren's Mental Health Headerhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/interventionpyramid.gifInterventionPyramid2013-05-08T19:18:48+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/06/success-beyond-18-national-campaign-launches/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/kellyjenny1-e1367875122948.jpgKellyJennyJenny and Kelly packed and ready for DC.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/kellyjenny.jpgKellyJenny2013-05-06T21:20:49+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/02/my-weekend-at-camp/2013-05-03T14:25:06+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/18/payton-and-maddie-a-case-study/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/payton-and-maddie-bryan-sixpence.pngPayton and Maddie - Bryan Sixpencehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_2969.jpgIMG_2969Payton showing Maddie how to finger paint, while one of the center's para-educator supports the interaction2013-05-03T14:24:20+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/01/the-resilience-of-our-youth-kris-and-tays-story/2013-05-01T13:37:56+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/12/sixpence-spotlight-lincolns-bryan-community-focus-program-at-hawthorne/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_3006.jpgIMG_3006https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_3009.jpgIMG_3009https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_2966.jpgIMG_2966https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_2967.jpgIMG_2967https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_3018.jpgIMG_3018The Nebraska Children and Families Foundation Board of Directors tours the Sixpence-funded facility at the Bryan Community Focus 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neglect.2013-04-24T15:41:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/05/08/the-resilience-of-youth-part-ii-akeemes-story/2013-04-19T18:53:53+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/22/child-abuse-prevention-in-action-fremont-piwi/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/parachute.jpegParachutehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/momdaughtersand.jpgMomDaughterSandhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/redhead.jpgRedheadhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/piwi-momdaughterother.jpegPIWI-MomDaughterOtherhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/mombabycu.jpegMomBabyCUhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/overviewroom.jpegOverviewRoom2013-04-19T15:53:46+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/11/its-official-2013-is-the-year-of-stem-discovery-in-nebraska/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/senators-2013.jpgsenators 2013Senators and youth learning about STEMhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/rotunda-1.jpgRotunda 1STEM exhibits in the capital Rotunda.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/group-1.jpggroup 1Group photo of STEM education proponentshttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/governor-stem-proclamation.jpgGovernor STEM proclamationGovernor Heineman signs a proclamation declarign 2013 the Year of STEM Discovery in Nebraska2013-04-11T16:37:18+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/05/perception-is-the-enemy-of-prevention/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/protectivefactors_graphic.jpgProtectiveFactors_graphichttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/girl-mom-at-table.jpgDoing Homework Together 2Preventing child abuse in Nebraska's families at risk is possible.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/3770481.jpg3770482013-04-15T14:56:38+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/03/the-voice-of-the-nebraskas-youth-is-loud-and-clear-to-senators/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_0067.jpgIMG_0067Courtney, John and Akeeme presenting to the group.https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/still-shots-005.jpgStill Shots 005David, Mona and Meshka posing for a minutehttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/img_0063.jpgIMG_0063https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/still-shots-006.jpgStill Shots 006Project Everlast youth gather at the capital to make their voices heard.2013-04-09T13:36:09+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/04/04/what-adolescent-brain-research-tells-us-about-aging-out-of-foster-care/2013-04-09T13:34:15+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/03/15/gary-stangler-on-extending-foster-care-supports/2013-03-27T14:01:11+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/03/25/katie-david-a-case-study/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/davidandkatieplaying.jpgDavidAndKatiePlayinghttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/davidandkatie1.jpgDavidAndKatie2013-03-27T01:55:07+00:00monthlyhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/2013/03/18/stem-101-what-is-it-and-why-its-the-future-of-nebraskas-economy/https://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stem_infographic_final_medium.jpgSTEM_infographic_final_mediumhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stem_infographic.gifSTEM_infographichttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stem_infographic_final_small.gifSTEM_infographic_final_smallhttps://blog.nebraskachildren.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/stem-photo-masa-4.jpgSTEM 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