DGS’s and CEB New Partnership
DGS establishes at the Community Education Building in Wilmington.
Experts weigh in on best ways to protect kids from cyberbullying
A recent survey by the RCMP found that 31% of Canadian youth say they have been cyberbullied before.
Mental health is key to a child’s overall health
Many children will experience a mental health and/or substance use problem before age 18. In a survey of 80,000 youth around the world, 1 in 4 reported depressive symptoms and 1 in 5 experienced anxiety symptoms.
Gov, Carney signs mental health bills at Sean’s House
Gov. John Carney (D) signed 3 mental health bills, implementing more proactive measures to treat mental illness.
What I learned as Delaware’s governor can change how we care for kids | Tom Carper
There were many things I wish a magic wand could fix. But as a father of three sons and as a public servant, this answer was easy: I’d use it to strengthen families — the basic building block of society — by giving every child in Delaware a safe home and access to affordable, quality health care.
World Suicide Prevention Day
In recognition of World Suicide Prevention Day, the Delaware Children’s Department is raising awareness of suicide warning signs and helpful resources, especially during this unprecedented global pandemic. #WorldSuicidePreventionDay, #WSPD, #bethelight, #WSPD2021
Trauma Awareness Month
May 2021 is the third annual Trauma Awareness Month in Delaware. This year includes a series of webinars, the Compassionate Champion Awards, a State Agency Summit and more events and opportunities to recognize the work taking place across the state.
Tyler Perry and the COVID-19 Vaccine
Be sure to watch Tyler Perry and his special on the COVID-19 vaccine. The televised educational special originally aired January 28 on BET.
Delaware 211
Through this initiative, families can call Delaware 211 and press 4 to get connected to resources to help them better support the educational development of their children.
Project THRIVE
A new initiative by the Department of Education (Project THRIVE) to provide support for children who have been traumatized. Support provided through licensed therapists in the community, experienced in trauma informed practice, at no charge to families.
