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Making connections and building community is an inherent part of elementary school – from checking in on emotions during circle time to learning how to play well in class activities. As our kids grow older, however, the focus of instruction shifts to academics. Yet,...

Social Media is buzzing with posts from teachers and school counselors starting the new school year. I delight in reading about their excitement and energy as they ready their classrooms and prepare to welcome students. At Social Bridges, we recognize the importance...

Social Bridges turns 20 this year! Happy 20th Birthday to Social Bridges! It’s hard to believe that it has been twenty years since we began helping children, teens, and families in Central Florida. As Social Bridges comes of age, we’d like to share with you some of...

It’s a new year, which means it’s a new opportunity for resolutions. Eating healthy, staying organized, exercising, all of these resolutions are good for you, well intended, and helpful. If we dig a little deeper, there are other resolutions we can explore.  Instead...

It’s that time of year where we typically hear buzzwords like “thankful” and “grateful.” What exactly does the word gratitude mean? It means feeling thankful and appreciative for the positive in our lives. Did you know that expressing gratitude has mental benefits for...

This year marks the 90th anniversary of the beloved childhood story about resilience, The Little Engine That Could, by Watty Piper. Read Aloud Available Here. This cherished tale of a determined, resilient little train, chugging up a seemingly insurmountable mountain...