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Monday Speaker Series recap! Dr. Lindsay Squeglia from @MedUnivSC shared powerful insights on "Adolescent Substance Use Disorders: Promising Neuroscience-Informed Prevention and Treatment Approaches.” Thanks to all who joined! ccf.fiu.edu/speaker-series/

@NicoleFavaPhD @julie_cristello @ElisaTruccoPhD @FIUCASE Congratulations Nilo, on this amazing award! We are so proud of you 👏👏

ReACH Lab students are 🔥!!! Way to go Nilo! Carrying on @julie_cristello’s legacy 💖 @ElisaTruccoPhD @FIUCASE @FIUCCF

Proud to share: The @childrenstrust Parent Club at FIU CCF was named the 2026 Program of the Year at the Champions for Children Awards. Thank you to The Children’s Trust, our team, partners, and families for making this possible. #champions2026

Thank you @MDCPS for having us this weekend at the MDCPS Parent Academy Spring Fest!

When is it more than just shyness? A parent shares how they recognized the signs of selective mutism and the progress their child made in our BRAVE BUNCH Summer Program. Learn more or sign up: go.fiu.edu/brave_bunch 📞 (305) 348-7836 📧 mint@fiu.edu

Join us tomorrow for #AutismAwarenessDay! 💙 Dr. Paloma Pedraza Rodriguez will walk through what high-quality ABA services look like and what families can expect when starting care. English: 12:00–1:00 pm | go.fiu.edu/85111309461 Español: 1:30–2:30 pm | go.fiu.edu/83554483113

We are hiring tutors for our Reading Explorers Program this summer! Join us on April 1st at 3:30 pm as we share more information about the program and job requirements. Register here: go.fiu.edu/hiring_tutors

📢Join us for our Speaker Series talk w/ Lindsay Squeglia, Ph.D., Professor from the @MedUnivSC on Friday, April 17th at noon! Titled: "Adolescent Substance Use Disorders: Promising Neuroscience-Informed Prevention and Treatment Approaches ".

Join us May 15 (9 AM–5 PM) for a training opportunity on “Calming the Storm: Utilizing PCIT Adaptations for Early Childhood Anxiety” presented by Jami Furr, Ph.D. & Aileen Herrera, M.S., LMHC Register: go.fiu.edu/may15 $250 (no CEs) | $300 (with CEs)

Thank you @ndc_lab and everyone who joined our latest speaker series talk with Dr. Nathan Fox from @UofMaryland , where he presented "The Lasting Effects of Early Adversity: Lessons from the Bucharest Early Intervention Project.” Learn more ➡️ccf.fiu.edu/speaker-series/

We’re hiring for our Summer Programs, featuring the STP with Dr. Ramos! We’re looking for counselors, research assistants, teachers & classroom aides to gain hands-on experience working with children & learning evidence-based approaches. Learn more: ccf.fiu.edu/summer-programs

Landlines are ringing in homes again 📞 A new CNN Health article explores why some parents are introducing landlines before smartphones to reduce early social media use and encourage communication. Our own Dr. Shayl Griffith shares her insights. Read more: go.fiu.edu/kids_landlines

Join us for our next in-person Speaker Series talk w/ Dr. Nathan Fox, Distinguished University Professor in the Department of Human Development and Quantitative Methodology, Program in Neuroscience and Cognitive Science at the @UofMaryland College Park, on Fri., Mar. 13th at 12pm

🧠📷 Monday Speaker Series recap! Dr. Erika Felix from Gevirtz Graduate School of Education shared powerful insights on Supporting Children and Families in Healing and Recovery following Community Tragedies.” Thanks to all who joined! ccf.fiu.edu/speaker-series/

FIU has been recognized again by the Carnegie Foundation as a leader in community engagement. Our Summer Treatment Program was highlighted among FIU’s K–12 initiatives, reflecting our commitment to children & families.💙 🔗 go.fiu.edu/fiunews

Supporting a child with ADHD or behavioral challenges? Our 8-week, evidence-based Saturday Treatment Program helps children (K–5) build social & sports skills while caregivers gain practical strategies. 📍 In-person Miami, $725 per cycle 📞 305-348-9912🔗go.fiu.edu/sattp

“Left Behind” was a SUCCESS! Thank you to the Lucy Project for hosting an inspiring event on literacy & dyslexia. Our Reading Explorers team joined the conversation, with Dr. Katie Hart contributing her expertise as a panelist.

🧠 Children as young as 3 are solving spatial problems using the same strategies as adults. Karinna Rodriguez @Krodriguez_MS & Dr. Shannon Pruden @spruden from our center uncover how early minds master mental rotation, a key STEM skill. 📖 Read more: go.fiu.edu/spatial_reason…

THIS WEDNESDAY: Don’t miss the premiere of “Left Behind”, a powerful doc on the fight for #dyslexia support. 🎉 6PM: Reception (wine & popcorn!) 🎬 6:45PM: Screening 🗣️ 8PM: Panel w/ experts 📍 Coral Gables Art Cinema 🎟️ FREE w/ RSVP: go.fiu.edu/RSVP_Feb4