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Kidsmatter 2 Us – The Benefits of Being a Volunteer
Want to make the end of summer or upcoming school year special? Try volunteering! Volunteering provides many benefits for teens and families.
What can teens...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Summer Fun for Families
Summer is here, and the time goes quickly. Looking for something different to do as a family this season? Try these activities to bring...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Summer Screen Time: Helping Kids Reconnect
Summer often means more phone time for kids—texting friends, playing video games and scrolling through Instagram and TikTok. While technology can help young people...
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Kidsmatter 2 Us – Stressed About Tests? How To Reduce Test Anxiety in Young People
Springtime brings high-stakes testing for children and teens—from the Illinois Assessment of Readiness (IAR) for grades 3–8, to the Illinois Science Assessment, to the...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Finding Joy in Everyday Moments
Finding joy in midst of the chaos, stress and even boredom of everyday life can seem a little crazy. But being able to find...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Enjoy a Family Friendly Staycation This Spring Break!
Spring break is coming and for many families, this means a staycation – staying local, but having lots of fun just the same. With...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Looking To Make a Difference? Kindness Counts!
This February, we have the opportunity to make our world a better place.
Random Acts of Kindness (RAK) week is February 15 through 21. Join...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – KidsMatter Celebrates 25 Years of Empowering Youth and Strengthening Community
January 2026 starts the 25th anniversary year for KidsMatter, Naperville’s prevention-based nonprofit dedicated to the healthy development of children and teens.
Through collaboration with schools,...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Make Memories This Holiday Season
The holidays are here, and many of us are already planning special outings and activities with family and friends to make this season one...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – What Inspires the Next Generation?
Discover practical ways parents, teachers, and mentors can inspire youth amid social media pressure. Learn how to foster resilience, self-awareness, and purpose in the next generation.