When the ‘Person in Crisis’ is a child

Reflections from James Ross, a parent and former assistant professor in SUNY’s criminal justice program, following the recent pepper-spraying of a nine-year-old Rochester child.

Celebrating Black History Month

February 1 marked the start of Black History Month. For those of you who identify as Black, this month offers an opportunity to celebrate and honor your beautiful and also painful history and heritage.

...I am a child...

On Friday, January 27, 2021, a distressed 9-year-old child in Rochester, NY was handcuffed and pepper-sprayed as police officers tried to resolve her crises by getting her into the back of a police cruiser.

We are looking for youth leaders!

Whole Child Connection at Children’s Institute is forming a youth leadership council. The council’s first task will be to plan a virtual convening, in partnership with America’s Promise Alliance, on youth voice and leadership.

Free PPE distribution to child care providers

On Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 5-7 pm, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) was distributed to 20 child care businesses that serve Rochester’s children.

In response to Wednesday's events at the U.S. Capitol

Like many, we watched Wednesday’s event at the United States Capitol knowing our children were also watching, listening, and learning. In this darkness, we want to share ways we as adults can do better by demonstrating to children and youth that …

Staff transitions

As we transition into 2021, Whole Child Connection is also going through a period of transition and change as several of our beloved staff are moving onto new things after completing graduate studies. 

Chiamaka Ikpeze, pursuing her graduate education full time at Harvard

One of the things we are most proud of at Children’s Institute is our commitment to supporting staff as they grow, develop and further their professional goals.

Reflections on 2020: Social and emotional skills are more important than ever

Straight from the source: Youth perspectives on connecting with students, supporting learning, and confronting reality