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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.
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Tips for Teens In A Challenging Job Market
Working during the high school years provides many tangible benefits for teens. In addition to making their own spending money, which is always helpful,...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – The Value of Volunteering for Teens
Teen volunteering has become commonplace, as many middle and high schools require service hours and many colleges look for volunteer experience on applications. But...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Help Your Teen Prepare for the New School Year
With the new school year approaching, now is a good time to prepare your middle or high schooler for a great year ahead. Making...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Make Summer Memories That Will Last All Year
Summer has arrived, and with it, the expectation of lots of sunshine, friends, and fun. But between work responsibilities, youth sport schedules and summer...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – The Importance of Caring Adult Role Models
The adage that “it takes a village to raise a child” still rings true—especially when it comes to teens. Adolescents often look to the...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – The Benefits Of Early Career Exploration
Career exploration has been a significant initiative in most school districts for many years. The benefits to students and families are many. Early career...
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Kidsmatter 2 Us – Planning for a Summer of Family Fun
With summer just around the corner, it is time to plan not just for vacations, but also for the everyday fun activities that can...
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Heart to Heart: Strengthening Family Connection & Communication
In today's fast-paced world, meaningful family connections often take a backseat to work, school and digital distractions. Families may come in many forms—blended, single-parent, co-parenting, guardianship, or adoptive—but their core needs remain the same.
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KidsMatter 2 Us – Kindness Counts Inside, Too
Updated Post / Report from KidsMatter, Feb. 20, 2025 / Make Kindness Count by building community and belonging through kindness. The 2025 campaign now...