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These movies help kids learn the value of putting themselves in someone else's shoes to understand the feelings and perspective of others. comsen.se/33KqZpA #empathy #characterstrengths

A healthy media diet balances 3 things: what kids do, how much time they spend doing it, and whether their content choices are age-appropriate. Here's a Family Media Agreement + Device Contract to help set realistic rules. comsen.se/2TJci1q #digcit #K12

Examples of cyberbullying include sending hurtful texts or instant messages, posting embarrassing photos or video on social media, and spreading mean rumors online or with cell phones. #digitalwellbeing #socialmedia

. @CHZonePTA will be hosting a School Supply Collection which will benefit all 19 Cherry Hill Public Schools. Please drop off your donation to the Municipal Building, Cherry Hill Public Library, or Swim Club of your choice during normal operating hours from Aug 10-24.

It’s a very sad weekend. Here’s an article that may help you talk with your kids about what they’re seeing in the news: commonsensemedia.org/blog/how-to-ta… #ElPaso #Dayton

It’s official. The Character Corner is up & running! Stop by the Youth Dept. on your next visit to @chplnj to see the many great character development resources. Much thanks to @Inkwoodnj for their awesome customer service & to Beth Cackowski for all her help with this project!

#charactercounts #IRL

Proper problem solving skills are essential to #characterdevelopment in teens, tweens, & beyond. #charactercounts

Here are seven steps parents can take to ensure kids develop the right skills, focus on likability, and value authenticity over power and status. character.org/seven-steps-pa…

Summer break is a great opportunity to encourage kids to make a difference. Here are 4 websites dedicated to helping kids of all ages become better world citizens. #volunteering #givingback

Talking to your kids about having a learning disability is never easy, but it’s an important way to begin reducing stigma. bddy.me/2JtJvdI | Via @UnderstoodOrg #LD #parenting

If you're considering a smartphone for your kid, you'll need to think through a few things, from who will pay for it to whether they're responsible enough to use it appropriately. comsen.se/2XvlgiQ #parenting #cellphones

Reading online requires more attention from kids than reading a paper book. They are faced with almost limitless input and decisions, including images, video and multiple hyperlinks that lead to even more information. @HKorbey ow.ly/uf2950uUrd6

Every year on the last Saturday of July roughly 800 youth swimmers from our 13 Cherry Hill swim clubs compete individually & as a team at Cherry Bowl. Now in its 60th year, this year’s Cherry... facebook.com/story.php?stor…

Here are 5 simple ways to get your kids hooked on books - even during the summer! #parenting #reading #summerslide

50 Ways We Can Be Great Examples to Kids...So They Learn Strong Character #parenting #teaching micheleborba.com/50-ways-to-be-…

Our total collection was over 6,500 pounds of food & goods. 1st place winner (Kingston) collected 1,011 lbs; runner-up schools (Rosa & Kilmer) tied with 1,003 lbs each. Our collection greatly helps @CHNJFoodPantry continue providing a much needed service to our community.

Congrats again to the winning schools of the 2019 district-wide food drive! 1st place @KingstonES1955; 2 runner-up schools @JoyceKilmerES @RIMSTweets & slogan contest winner @HoraceMannES. #togetherWEeat #WEareCHPS

Digital harassment usually involves 2 people in a close relationship. Here are 4 ways to help teens avoid it. #socialmedia #cyberbullying

Here are seven ways parents can raise empowered girls who support and encourage each other. character.org/7-ways-parents…