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Although many of us hear about March Madness, here at CI we are focusing instead on March Mindfulness!  Although to some mindfulness may seem more fad than focus, research continues to show that being able to focus your mind, your physical being, and your emotions may help you achieve in many different areas of your life.  How can we, as people who work with children of all ages, develop our own mindfulness routines in order to better teach and model the practice to the youth we work with?

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Erica Ebert is the Webster Central School District's newly added Instructional Specialist focusing on student wellness and mindfulness across K-12 classrooms. Students rave about the difference mindfulness can make in their day, whether it's prepping for an exam, tackling a big project, or getting centered in the midst of a hectic semester. Erica also owns and operates Balance Fitness, a yoga and meditation studio in Webster. In our pursuit of mindfulness experts, we were able to get her insight on impactful practice and how to get started.

The Primary Project program brochure is a full-color/printed piece. Your program staff will find it to be a valuable handout for parents and other audiences at open houses, kindergarten screenings, etc.

The Children of Divorce Intervention Program (CODIP) is an evidence-based prevention program specifically designed to help children cope with challenging family changes. The program fosters a supportive group environment in which feelings and experiences can be shared in a safe, confidential setting. Participants learn important skills including social problem solving, constructive ways of dealing with anger, and communication skills. CODIP curriculum also provides strategies for group leader training, group facilitation techniques, and group process issues.

The Children of Divorce Intervention Program (CODIP) is an evidence-based prevention program specifically designed to help children cope with challenging family changes. The program fosters a supportive group environment in which feelings and experiences can be shared in a safe, confidential setting. Participants learn important skills including social problem solving, constructive ways of dealing with anger, and communication skills. CODIP curriculum also provides strategies for group leader training, group facilitation techniques, and group process issues.

The Children of Divorce Intervention Program (CODIP) is an evidence-based prevention program specifically designed to help children cope with challenging family changes. The program fosters a supportive group environment in which feelings and experiences can be shared in a safe, confidential setting. Participants learn important skills including social problem solving, constructive ways of dealing with anger, and communication skills. CODIP curriculum also provides strategies for group leader training, group facilitation techniques, and group process issues.

The Children of Divorce Intervention Program (CODIP) is an evidence-based prevention program specifically designed to help children cope with challenging family changes. The program fosters a supportive group environment in which feelings and experiences can be shared in a safe, confidential setting. Participants learn important skills including social problem solving, constructive ways of dealing with anger, and communication skills. The CODIP curriculum also provides strategies for group leader training, group facilitation techniques, and group process issues.