Teens

Teens

Five Ways to Protect Your Children From Online Predators and Human Trafficking

April is Child Abuse and Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so it’s a good time to educate yourself on child luring and human trafficking. The most important thing you can do

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Teens Seek Summer Jobs Amid Coronavirus Disruptions

In a typical summer, an abundance of job opportunities are available for teens to fill during the school break. However, this summer, jobs could be scarce as some areas where teens typically find work may be struggling to stay afloat due to the COVID-19 pandemic. ...
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Podcast Episode #45: Parenting Teens & Preparing for College

On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Mary Dell Harrington, co-founder of Grown and Flown, a website for parents of teens and college students. Listen as they discuss signs of overparenting, stress and anxiety in teens, and things your teen needs to know to prepare for college. ...
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Area Schools Offer STEM and Health Career Connections

As opportunities in STEM careers have grown, school districts across the U.S. are embracing STEM learning by integrating concepts into the curriculum and providing hands-on experiences. Find out what a few area schools are doing to give students a real-world experience in the medical field. ...
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Job Training Helps Empower Teens with Special Needs

Northcoast Corn Creations, a gourmet popcorn shop located in Willoughby, provides employment training opportunities for students with autism and developmental disabilities. The shop offers a safe, constructive worksite for students who need to learn employability skills outside of the classroom.  ...
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Podcast Episode #39: Kids, Teens and Sleep

Do you think your kids and teens are getting enough sleep? Chances are they are not. On the latest episode of aParently Speaking, host Miriam Conner is joined by Dr. Jyoti Krishna, director of sleep medicine at Akron Children's Hospital, who shares how much sleep kids need at each age. Listen as he shares research on how a lack of sleep can affect your child, as well as practical takeaways on how to help them get more sleep. ...
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#CLEMAMA: Lessons of a Letdown

Parents, don’t blink. 

Before you know it, you’ll be driving your kids to college, bawling your eyes out all the way home and be prepping them for what it’s like

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Signs and symptoms of kids vaping

Signs Your Child is Vaping

It can be hard to tell if your child is vaping — and the results can be scary. Vaping, originally designed as a better alternative to cigarettes to help people quit smoking, is proving to have a host of side effects. Look for these signs if you suspect your child is vaping. ...
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Changing Directions: Teen Adoptions Can Have Lasting Impacts on the Future

Teens who are adopted can have their lives changes by finding a place to call home. Area agencies, teens and adoptive parents share facts and experiences when it comes to this important type of adoption. ...
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Admissions Apps & College Consultants for High School Students

Choosing the right college or university is only part of the journey. Students still need to complete a rigorous application process and many have to figure out how they plan to fund their education. High school counselors can provide some guidance; however, students and parents also may want to consider outside support like these apps and websites. ...
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