Welcome to the Family Support Center!
Throughout the school year, the Pre-K Family Support Specialists & School Transition Specialist are your first point of contact for family support resources. We are committed to strengthening families through our engagement efforts. 

​Stay Safe & Healthy!
  • Community Resources
  • Social Connections
  • Health & Wellness
  • Family Fun
  • School Readiness
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​211 United Way Services - http://211online.unitedwayatlanta.org/ 
OR Text your zip code and need to 898-211 OR Dial 2-1-1 on any phone.
EDUCATION & EMPLOYMENT ​​FAMILY WELL-BEING FOOD HOUSING SOCIAL & EMOTIONAL CAPACITY BUILDING UTILITY ASSISTANCE
  • Atlanta Salvation Army - Call: 404-486-2 700
  • Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) - Call 1-877-423-4746 or 404-656-2323
  • Midtown Assistance - Utility assistance (Disconnection) -  http://www.midtownassistancectr.org/ 
LEGAL ASSISTANCE
  • Southside Legal Center - (404) 688-5512
    Note: The Southside Legal Center is a pro bono legal services program that provides legal services for family law, housing, real estate law, guardianship, and business law matters to low-income individuals. They ask clients for a flat $50 rate, which is donated to charity.
  • Atlanta Legal Aid Society, Inc. - (404) 524-5811 atlantalegalaid.org/
Manage Money Well - keepconnected.searchinstitute.org/growing-up-responsibly/manage-money-well/
What is TikTok? A Helpful Guide for Parents of Teens - www.familyeducation.com/teens/what-is-tiktok-a-helpful-guide-for-parents-of-teens
American Academy of Pediatrics - Early Literacy Toolkit littoolkit.aap.org/Pages/home.aspx
National Education Association - Education Innovation & Policy - Keeping up with evolving education policies helps parents be better advocates for their children.  Stay up to date on local and national issues affecting your child’s school.  parents.nea.org/education-innovation-policy/
Urban League of Greater Atlanta (Employment Career Services) ulgatl.org/employment-career-services/
Why Is the Parent/Child Relationship So Important? Modern family life can be stressful and with various pressures on families, it’s not always easy. Ultimately, parents want what is best for their child and a strong parent-child relationship can help lead to better outcomes for children.  http://parentingni.org/blog/parent-child-relationship-why-its/important
Caring for Every Child’s Mental Health- The Signs, Strategies, and Services Families and Schools Need Webinar: This webinar provides families with essential information for recognizing that their child may need special education services and how to secure them.  Webinar was created by the National PTA, in collaboration with the National Association of School of Psychologists. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pf5sFaz18Ps
Fulton Atlanta Community Action Center presents low income energy assistance through LIHEAP - facaa.org/liheap
Harvard University Online Learning *Free*  - online-learning.harvard.edu/catalog/free
Financial Literacy Classes *Free* - www.smartaboutmoney.org/
LakeShore Learning Resources- Learning at Home ZERO TO THREE - Support for parents in developing their own ways to promote their children’s growth and development. www.zerotothree.org/about-us/areas-of-expertise/free-parent-brochures-and-guides/
United Way of Greater Atlanta - Free help preparing for your tax returns www.unitedwayatlanta.org/program/vita

Improving your family's health & wellness. Check back weekly for new resources!

National Domestic Violence Hotline Info - http://tinyAPS.com/?DVHotline 
National Poison Hotline - https://www.poison.org/, 1(800)222-1222 (national emergency hotline)
Georgia Poison Center - https://www.georgiapoisoncenter.org/ (404)616-9000 (local emergency hotline)
Eggs Help Boost Your Immune System - timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/prescribed-for-covid19-positive-patients-here-is-why-eggs-are-so-good-for-your-immunity/photostory/75183540.cms
Reduce Stress By Adding Meditation To Your Life - uwaterloo.ca/campus-wellness/blog/post/easy-ways-add-little-meditation-your-daily-routine
Connections Matter Georgia - www.ConnectionsMatterGA.org 
Family Connection Partnership - www.gafcp.org 
Pediatricians to parents: Don’t skip your child’s medical care during COVID-19 - Read full article here.
Georgia Crisis and Access Line - Developed by Behavioral Health Link, the app will allow youth to call, text, or chat with GCAL 24/7/365 - https://www.georgiacollaborative.com/providers/georgia-crisis-and-access-line-gcal/ ​​
Stress and Resilience - https://developingchild.harvard.edu/resources/stress-and-resilience-how-toxic-stress-affects-us-and-what-we-can-do-about-it/ ​
Meditation for Kids - https://www.womansday.com/life/g32222412/meditation-apps-for-kids/
How Social Distancing Can Affect Teenagers  - https://www.henryford.com/blog/2020/03/how-social-distancing-can-affect-teenagersFamilies First-Counseling Services 404-853-2800
Child Developmental Milestones Checklist -Training Videos and Free Children’s Books
(Learn the Signs. Act Early.) - www.cdc.gov/ncbddd/actearly/
How to Coach Kids Through Big Emotions - www.pbs.org/parents/thrive/how-to-coach-kids-through-big-emotions
Health & Wellness Resources - www.parenttoolkit.com/additional-resources#health---wellness-resources
Center for Black Women’s Wellness- www.cbww.org/ & tinyAPS.com/?CBWW+Covid19
Building an Emotional Vocabulary - www.verywellfamily.com/feelings-words-from-a-to-z-2086647
In an emergency: Call 911
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Disaster Distress Helpline:
Call 1-800-985-5990 (TTY 1-800-846-8517)
Text TalkWithUs to 66746
National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Find Help - Visit www.nimh.nih.gov/findhelp
Health & Nutrition - nutrition.org/making-health-and-nutrition-a-priority-during-the-coronavirus-covid-19-pandemic/ ​
Feeling overwhelmed? Top tips for staying positive online during the coronavirus crisis. “Even at the best of times, the way we use the internet and social media can add stress to our lives and leave us feeling overwhelmed. In the midst of a global pandemic, this risk is even greater.” 
www.cnn.com/2020/03/19/world/coronavirus-stay-positive-online-scli-intl-wellness/index.html
Center for Puppetry Arts  Join us on Facebook, Zoom, and Vimeo! As our @Home program offerings continue to expand, so do the platforms on which they will be presented. All of our FREE content will continue to be on Facebook. puppet.org/center-for-puppetry-arts-home/
Each day a theme based video/activity will post on the Children’s Museum Blog and/or YouTube channel. On social media families can also find the activities using #CMAathome
https://childrensmuseumatlanta.org/blog/
Coloring books are a thing of the past. These days families are printing coloring pages right from the internet! Try sites like Activity Village, or Funprintablesforkids.com for fun, original coloring pages that kids will love!
Atlanta Nature Challenge - www.fernbankmuseum.org/learn/atlanta-city-nature-challenge
Atlanta Museums At Home Virtual Field Trips - atlmuseumsathome.org/
We Are Teachers, World Wide Virtual Field Trips - www.weareteachers.com/best-virtual-field-trips/
Recipes for Bubble-Mania - Make your own bubbles with these recipes. (Recipes from creativekidsathome.com) 
  • Basic Bubbles: Mix two tablespoons of dish soap with one cup of water. Ultra Dawn detergent seems to work best.
  • Magic Bubbles: To create larger bubbles, mix one tablespoon of glycerin with two tablespoons of dish soap. Add nine ounces of water.
  • Color Bubbles: Add one cup of liquid tempera paint to two tablespoons of dish detergent. Mix in one tablespoon of liquid starch. Be sure to use paints that easily wash out of clothes.
DIY Cereal Box Aquarium - www.thebestideasforkids.com/cereal-box-aquarium/ (you may substitute the aquarium supplies with items you have around the house)
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DIY Perler Bead Bowls https://meaningfulmama.com/day-202-plastic-perler-bead-bowls.html
Highlights at Home - www.highlights.com/parents/family-activities/highlights-home-humor
Emily Arrow, Musical Artist (Children’s Music) - www.youtube.com/channel/UCF3fmzbEwONd0Trjrhqeauw
Looking for a Fun Family Activity?  Have An Indoor Picnic - Grab a sheet, whatever food you have, and enjoy a living room picnic (without the ants). You can even play that memory game at the same time: “I’m going to a picnic and I’m bringing…” Each person takes turns remembering (in order) what everyone is bringing and then adds one thing each turn.
Watch the beluga whales at the Georgia Aquarium - There’s a beluga whale webcam set up at the Georgia Aquarium, so you can see what your whale friends are up to at any time! georgiaaquarium.org/webcam/beluga-whale-webcam/
Activity 1:  Have your child pick their favorite topic and then spend 20-30 minutes researching it, talking about it, etc.  Then let them tell you if they have learned something new about their favorite topic?
Activity 2:  Go through any old mail, magazines, or newspapers laying around and let your child help you tear them up or cut them up.  (This is great fine motor skills practice for them!)

With the cancellation of play dates, birthday parties, and sleep overs, your household calendar is likely wide open—this is a great time to do the following as a family:
  •  Play card and board games
  • Make art or do crafts together
  • Cook and bake together—talk about math as you prepare the recipe
  • Change family picture frames and revisit memories as you change photos
  • Sing, play piano or other instruments
  • Write letters or make cards for a local senior center.
  • It’s a perfect time to choreograph and film TikToks. 

Virtual Field Trips in Atlanta - www.atlantaparent.com/virtual-field-trips-for-kids-family-in-atlanta/ 
Cincinnati Home Safari - www.facebook.com/cincinnatizoo/
School Readiness & Transition
Parents, don't forget to register your rising Kindergartner online! ALL incoming Kindergarten students MUST register, visit the link for more info and the registration portal - www.atlantapublicschools.us/Page/46037

Parent Engagement and Transition to Kindergarten for Parents - http://www.gadoe.org/School-Improvement/Federal-Programs/Pages/School-Transition.aspx  
School Transition Newsletter
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CONTACT US
FAMILY SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Arian Harris - Harper Archer & Usher amharris@apsk12.org
Katelyn Bainbridge - Boyd, Perkerson, & TAG katelyn.bainbridg@apsk12.org
Patrice Benoit - Benteen, Continental Colony, Fickett, & Hollis pbenoit@apsk12.org
Petra Trimble - Finch, Hutchinson, Peyton Forest, & Scott petra.trimble@apsk12.org
Jaquan McCall - F. L. Stanton, Jones, Kimberly, & Miles jaquan.mccall@apsk12.org
SCHOOL TRANSITION SPECIALIST
Adrienne Hall - Serving the greater Atlanta early learning community adhall@apsk12.org