SickKids Foundation’s Post

Congratulations to all graduates of all Yonkers High Schools! So many students feel intense pressure with life when change happens and what feels like an insurmountable decision. Not every student knows what they want past high school. However, in my opinion many more would benefit from a college degree. Over the past several years the percentage of high school graduates pursuing college has dropped dramatically. Mayor Spano and all educators in Yonkers Schools have done a wonderful job improving the overall high school graduation rate. They’re also focused on success beyond graduation. As a college president, I firmly believe in the value of a #collegeeducation that is #careerspecific such as that which we offer at the The College of Westchester. We rank 6th for social mobility for regional colleges north per US News. That’s an education with results. Our focused curriculum and accelerated format allows a student to obtain a bachelor’s degree in three years. Shorter time in college and an emphasis on a chosen career path allows for faster job entry with results. As a graduate, and President, I highly encourage all students to consider pursuing college. Parents, it is not too late for your graduating senior to apply, get accepted and enroll! We also offer associate degrees, certificates and accelerated study for adults on campus or online. https://lnkd.in/eZ2pMCjB I’d love to see you at CW!

So many great things have happened in states across the nation to create healthier ECE programs over the last 5 years through the CDC funded Healthy Kids, Healthy Future Technical Assistance Program. Check out this blog that shares some of the successes and stories from these efforts!

The early years of a child’s life can set them up for long-term success. It’s critical that we work to ensure parents of all backgrounds can access affordable and high quality early childhood education options for their families. Explore the 2024 KIDS COUNT Data Book at the link below to learn about how we can build a brighter future for all kids. https://bit.ly/4ce2OSN

Todd's Top Tip 8-13-24 Top 5 keys to being the best you can be: As taught to my 13-year -old twin sons Ari and Teddy: Who are starting 8th grade tomorrow at the amazing Blue Valley School District in Kansas 1. Why do we fall? To learn to pick ourselves up. 2. It's never how you start but how you finish that matters. 3. You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. 4. Empathy, compassion and kindness to all 5. A man is not judged by what he thinks, but by what he does, who he is and how he lives. 6. What are we most grateful for? Health, family, friends- and opportunity to be better people today than we were yesterday 7. What did we learn today to be better people tomorrow 8. 10 good things that happened during day 9. High and low for the day 10. See below: Welcome back teachers and students. It will be the best year yet! (Left- my Son Teddy (LBT) Right- my Son Ari (LBA)

While summer days may linger, the new school year is just around the corner. At RTI Wealth Management, we want to wish students, educators, and professionals a successful and productive year ahead! The transition from summer to school can be an adjustment. Check out this website for tips to help your student start the year off strong! ✏️https://lnkd.in/g3WT_9-z

Kids who start kindergarten with momentum are more likely to succeed in high school and beyond. Our research shows that kindergarten readiness is a key predictor of success later in life. And that's where DEC comes in! We're setting in motion a lifetime of security and success. Learn more about how DEC is paving the way for success for children AND caregivers from day one.

As the school year progresses, it's important to keep your children safe and healthy. Listen to one of CCH's pediatricians, Dr. Sharma, share strategies for a healthier, less-stressed school year for parents and kids at the link below. https://lnkd.in/ge4pTzrC

Kids who start kindergarten with momentum are more likely to succeed in high school and beyond. Our research shows that kindergarten readiness is a key predictor of success later in life. And that's where DEC comes in! We're setting in motion a lifetime of security and success. Learn more about how DEC is paving the way for success for children AND caregivers from day one.

Kids who start kindergarten with momentum are more likely to succeed in high school and beyond. Our research shows that kindergarten readiness is a key predictor of success later in life. And that's where DEC comes in! We're setting in motion a lifetime of security and success. Learn more about how DEC is paving the way for success for children AND caregivers from day one.