How Can We Support Kids in Foster Care? Change Their Narrative
A girlfriend told me she wanted to foster but would wait until her own child grew up and moved out, just to be safe.
This doesn’t make her a ba…
What we’re doing is great, but can we do better?
Early brain development, parent engagement, and school readiness are important keys to every child’s success. When local Pediatricians support…
DeSoto County: A Successful 2019, and a Keen Vision for GLR in 2020
Historically, DeSoto County’s third grade reading scores have hovered below 30%. In 2018, only 29% of third-grade students in the county were r…
The Happiest Laundromat in the World!
When I first told a good friend that I’d be at the “Pop Up Neighbor Through Laundry” event at the SuperMatt in Port Charlotte, FL, she practica…
With Neighbor Helping Neighbor, Blessings Abound
Editor’s Note: *Names have been changed to protect privacy
“This is a true blessing.” “I feel like I won the lottery today.” “This means a lot…
Bronwyn Beightol’s 2019 Community Update Breakfast Speech
Since January, we have been listening to our community, reaching out to hear community voice and shared aspirations.
Recently, we held a meetin…
Stepping Forward Past the Fear-Based Stories We Tell Ourselves
“BRAIN MATTERS”
An International Documentary with a Local Connection
In “Brain Matters,” Director Carlota Nelson travels the world — i…
Harwood Reflection
As I began this reflection, I realized it was my 5th anniversary as a Harwood Public innovator. In 2014, I’d participated in the Harwood Instit…
BRAIN MATTERS
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published by the United Way of Charlotte County and is written by Kim Amontree, Charlotte County Sch…
A Seemingly Routine Laundry Day
Editor’s Note: Join SCGLR in DeSoto County on Friday, November 15, from 4:00 pm–6:30 pm (Sorry, this one is FULL) or on Saturday, November 16…
Can I have a Hug?
On the weekend of October 12–13, 2019, Manatee County Technical College opened its doors to host the fifth Remote Area Medical Clinic (RAM). Th…
“Brain Matters” Documentary Screening: Be Our Guest
Friends,
Why is it that some children thrive while other’s do not? Is it a matter of genetics, IQ, socioeconomic background, or education?
Carl…
Mind in the Making Module in Spanish – Team Cerebro
I am Peter Gormley. My wife, Rocio, and I are deeply involved in the Hispanic community in the Sarasota-Bradenton area. We recently got involv…
SCGLR Success Story – Lucas and Attendance
Ask Lucas D’Angelo about his recent morning routines that he and his family follow to get to school.
“First I put on my water boots,” says the…
A Gift of Appreciation to Create New Connections
In May of 2019, the School Board of Sarasota County recognized, honored, and celebrated the contributions of The Patterson Foundation during a…
Mobilizing Communities So All Children Make the Grade
Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Early Learning Nation. K.C. Compton is a Seattle-based journalist who writes about cult…
Movilizando Comunidades para que Todos los Niños Pasen las Calificaciones.
Nota del Editor: Este articulo fue publicado originalmente en el Early Learning Nation. K.C. Compton es una periodista basada en Seattle que es…
No Obstacles
I have heard that the difference between an obstacle and an opportunity is mindset. A situation viewed as an obstacle to one person might be v…