Thoughts for Families

How should we navigate public situations when a total stranger approaches to ask about the racial composition of our families? I’m gonna do my best but every bone in my body just wants to firmly state, if not yell, “What makes that any of your business?” I am inspired to explore how many in American... Read More

I offer a trigger warning today as I’m going to get specific about what I usually just call chronic childhood trauma. I encourage you to take any steps that help you hear sad or shocking information without ruining your day. Please. Most of us spend a bit of energy protecting ourselves from stories like these... Read More

Foster and adopted children face educational obstacles that go beyond typical academic struggles. Frequent moves and school changes disrupt their learning. Trauma impacts memory, focus, and emotional regulation in the classroom. Learning gaps accumulate when children move between districts or miss school during transitions between placements. These students often need specialized student support to thrive... Read More