Child Welfare
Expect More Arizona poll on education to be discussed at CCC&Y monthly board meeting on Jan. 22
The Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth will hold its first monthly board meeting of 2019 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 22 at the County Health and Community Services Building, 2625 N. King St., Pinon Room, Flagstaff.
Navajo Nation Lawsuit — Mormon Church failed to keep child safe from abuse
Another member of the Navajo Nation is suing the Mormon church, saying he was abused in a now-defunct program that sent children into foster care for the school year.
Unlike similar lawsuits, the complaint filed Tuesday in tribal court doesn’t seek changes to the policies of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. It seeks unspecified monetary damages for decades of alleged emotional harm, including attempted suicide.
State Bill Aims to Reduce Teen Vaping. See related news here
Arizona Sen.-elect Heather Carter is proposing a bill to clear up the law so it is more difficult for teens to buy tobacco products, especially e-cigarettes.
Nearly 12 percent of U.S. high school students and 3 percent of middle school students use e-cigarettes, according to the 2017 National Youth Tobacco Survey.
Deadline approaching (Jan. 30) for the Coconino Coalition for Children & Youth’s 2019 Caring for Children Awards
Do you know someone in Coconino County who makes a difference in the lives of children?
Nominations are now open for the 2019 Caring for Children Awards, recognizing outstanding individuals from throughout Coconino County who work to make this a better place for our youngest community members.
Please consider making a donation to the Child Abuse Prevention fund on your Arizona State Income Tax Return
Please consider making a donation to the Child Abuse Prevention fund on your Arizona State Income Tax Return form (line 65).
The money raised supports In-Home Services that mentor vulnerable families so that children can have the safe, healthy childhoods they deserve.
First Things First — Chores serve as learning moments for toddlers and preschoolers
As 2019 begins, millions of Americans set goals for themselves on things they would like to do or improve this year. For parents and caregivers of toddlers and preschoolers, this New Year’s tradition offers a wonderful opportunity to expand children’s learning through the introduction of everyday chores.
Child advocate (and CCC&Y board member) Lina Wallen named Female Citizen of the Year
Lina Wallen did not believe it when she received a call nominating her to be the Arizona Daily Sun’s Female Citizen of the Year for 2018.
Wallen said people had joked with her before about the prospect, but when a former winner actually called her formally announcing her selection, she was in disbelief. A group of former winners populates the committee that selected Wallen for her strong and committed community activism.
“I couldn’t donate a million or a billion dollars, but I have time and I have expertise. That’s the way I give back,” Wallen said.
First Things First January 2019 update
Can you spoil a baby?
You have a lot to worry about when you have a newborn. Things like feedings and diaper changes and if you’ll ever get a good night’s sleep again. But there’s one thing you don’t have to worry about: spoiling your baby by responding when they cry or holding them too much. In fact, that’s just what they need from you.
Arizona Center for Afterschool Excellence: Tips and Resources for a great start of the New Year!
Some afterschool professionals seem to have a magic touch-they know just what to do to engage and challenge youth. The proof of their wizardry? Children keep coming back for more! The good news: It’s not a secret and it’s not magic.
CCC&Y 2019 calendar highlights upcoming Community Events for Families
As 2019 gets underway, a number of family-friendly events are scheduled throughout Coconino County.
