Calvert Kids

Starting today...Believe in yourself. Believe in our youth. #believeinouryouth #CalvertCollaborativeforChildrensndYouth

Food Drive at @BoysandGirlsClubsofSouthernMaryland on July 18th from 11AM to Noon. Please pass the flyer on to those in need! #fooddrive #boysandgirlsclubnorthbeach #bgcsm

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Last Monday, we covered our last out of the 40 Developmental Assets ! Want to review all 40? Check out our previous posts and save the list we've attached for future reference.

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Want to see how many of the 40 Developmental Assets you possess? Ideally, an individual should have AT LEAST 31 of the 40 assets. Use this checklist and share with your friends! buff.ly/2ZLd7Zh

Friday's Who Me? A suggestion from Search Institute to make a difference in a child's life! CONTACT LOCAL MEDIA to encourage positive coverage of children and youth. If possible, provide specific story, ideas and the names of people to interview. #Assetdevelopment

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset (FINALLY NUMBER 40) is “Positive view of personal future.” Search Institute’s survey shows that 75% of youth experience this asset. To learn more, visit buff.ly/2WZiqT2

ORGANIZE INFORMAL ACTIVITIES (such as pick-up basketball) for young people in your neighborhood. Make plans to do the activity weekly if they are interested. #Assetdevelopment #Calvertcollaborative #HaveaHeartforCalvertYouth

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Sense of Purpose.” Young person reports that “my life has purpose.” Search Institute’s survey shows that 63% of youth experience this asset.

Friday's Who Me? A suggestion from Search Institute to make a difference in a child's life! TALK WITH KIDS about the things that give your life a sense of purpose. Ask them what gives their life purpose. #Assetdevelopment #Calvertcollaborative #HaveaHeartforCalvertYouth

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Self-Esteem.” Young person reports having a high self-esteem. Search Institute’s survey shows that 52% of youth experience this asset. Check out this article ! buff.ly/2Q6L6XR

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Personal Power.” Young person feels he or she has control over "things that happen to me." Search Institute’s survey shows that 45% of youth experience this asset. What makes you feel powerful?

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Peaceful Conflict Resolution.” Young person seeks to resolve conflict nonviolently. Search Institute’s survey shows that 44% of youth experience this asset. Some quick tips: buff.ly/2KBesyp

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Resistance Skills.” Young person can resist negative peer pressure and dangerous situations. Search Institute’s survey shows that 45% of youth experience this asset.

Help teens resist peer pressure by letting them know: They have the right to say, “no” They can use a strong voice and stand up tall It is important to tell people how they feel It is always an option to walk away Adults have peer pressure, too. Give examples.

Friday's Who Me? A suggestion from Search Institute to make a difference in a child's life! WHEN A CHILD IS CURIOUS about something, help him or her learn more. #Assetdevelopment #Calvertcollaborative #HaveaHeartforCalvertYouth

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Cultural Competence.” Young person has knowledge of and comfort with people of different cultural/racial/ethnic backgrounds. Search Institute’s survey shows that 42% of youth experience this asset.

Friday's Who Me? A suggestion from Search Institute to make a difference in a child's life! ENCOURAGE YOUNG PEOPLE to help adults solve problems. Accept and use their suggestions and solutions. #Assetdevelopment #Calvertcollaborative #HaveaHeartforCalvertYouth

Every child needs to hear that they are loved. Not just on Valentines Day, but EVERY DAY! #YouAreLoved #HappyValentinesDay

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Interpersonal Competence.” Young person has empathy, sensitivity, and friendship skills. Search Institute’s survey shows that 48% of youth experience this asset.

#DevelopmentalAssetMondays Today’s asset is “Planning and Decision Making.” Young person knows how to plan ahead and make choices. Search Institute’s survey shows that 33% of youth experience this asset.