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Are there appropriate ways for our school to commemorate the Sept 11th terrorist events with school-age children?
Although it is important to honor those who were lost that day, it may be most helpful for children to focus their energies in a positive way. For example, activities that promote patriotism or that recognize the importance of police and firefighters may be appropriate activities. Another idea would be to focus on activities that would help make your community a better place, such as planting flower gardens or forming a recycling drive. This is also a good opportunity to discuss diversity, tolerance, and discrimination.
Warmline Available for Parents and Teachers Call 1-800-552-8522
If you have concerns about children you care for related to the 9-11
Anniversary or any other stressful event, please contact ParentLink at the
University of Missouri. ParentLink provides a warmline that is answered by
professionals who are willing to talk through stressful issues:
http://extension.missouri.edu/parentlink/.
ParentLink can help parents deal with issues related to discipline, sexuality, special health needs and much more. You can reach ParentLink by calling 1-800-552-8522 (M-F, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm) or by sending email to parentlink@missouri.edu.
Sandi Lillard, MSW, LCSW, ParentLink, 4-H, University of Missouri Kimberly Downs, MS, CFLE, ParentLink, 4-H, University of Missouri Kim Leon, Former Human Development & Family Studies, University of Missouri
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