As educators, it’s common to encounter challenging behaviors in the classroom. While some of these behaviors may be frustrating, it’s essential to recognize that they could be signs of something deeper—possibly a response to trauma. Jared Ransom, Manager of Support Services, and Mark Schlepphorst, Social Emotional Learning Coach at Chaddock, offer valuable insights into how…

Is your child feeling anxious about the new school year? The transition from summer vacation to the classroom environment can be challenging for kids of all ages, but support from parents can help ease some of their worries.  We talked with Chaddock School Counselor Jennifer Stajduhar who shared valuable insights into understanding and managing back-to-school…

In today’s world, news headlines and current events can often be overwhelming and unsettling, especially for children. Even though they may not be able to tell you how they feel, or you may not think they understand what is going on, kids—even infants—can sense when something is wrong, off, or not quite right. We explained…