Empower our Youth Foundation

Empower our Youth Foundation Advocate for youth/teens and families, providing bullying education, SEL and literacy. masks are required to wear at all community events indoor and outdoor.
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04/25/2026

Good morning Families we have 4 weeks left in school

This might be uncomfortable.

But your child is not the victim every time something goes wrong at school.

🗣Sometimes they talked when they were told not to.
🗣Sometimes they were disrespectful.
🗣Sometimes they didn’t try.
🗣Sometimes they didnt follow expectations.

And that doesn’t make them bad.

It makes them children.

What matters is what happens next.

🚫When every correction becomes a defense case…
🚫When parents decide their child doesn't have to be held accountable for their actions....
🚫When every consequence becomes a negotiation…
🚫When every boundary becomes a personal attack…
🚫When parents decide their child can say and act any way in school...

Children learn something.

✔️They start to view authority as something easily challenged.
✔️They come to believe expectations are flexible or negotiable.
✔️They feel that accountability is something unjust rather than part of growth.

Teachers do not enjoy disciplining students.
It slows learning.
It drains energy.
It creates tension and conflict in the classroom.

But without boundaries, classrooms collapse.

The goal isn’t punishment.
It’s preparation and learning positive experiences and expectations.

One day your child will have a boss.
A deadline.
A rule they don’t like.

And no one will email home if they lose their job.

With respect,
A teacher who wants them ready!

New location!!Across the street from Reynoldsburg Library Come get casted for the 2026 Juneteenth Festival Celebration S...
03/22/2026

New location!!
Across the street from Reynoldsburg Library
Come get casted for the 2026 Juneteenth Festival Celebration

See you at 1pm today

Keep your kiddos safe from RSV this spring! 😷 RSV is a common and highly contagious illness that infects nearly every ch...
03/22/2026

Keep your kiddos safe from RSV this spring! 😷 RSV is a common and highly contagious illness that infects nearly every child at least once before they are two years old. Find some helpful tips and tricks for keeping everyone safe and healthy from Nationwide Children's Hospital:

RSV initially presents much like a cold or the flu, but it can become serious very quickly. Mild symptoms include coughing, sneezing, runny nose, fever, and decreased appetite. Severe symptoms can include wheezing, difficulty breathing, and sometimes requirement for oxygen therapy.

03/22/2026

🌿 Free Su***de Prevention Training Opportunity – Franklin County 🌿

Do you know the warning signs of someone who may be struggling with thoughts of su***de? Would you know how to respond?

The Franklin County Su***de Prevention Coalition is offering FREE virtual Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) Gatekeeper Trainings for anyone who lives, works, or volunteers in Franklin County.

QPR is an evidence-based su***de prevention training that teaches everyday people how to:
✔️ Recognize warning signs of su***de
✔️ Offer hope and support
✔️ Connect someone to help and resources

📅 Upcoming Training Dates:
• March 24 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
• June 24 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
• September 28 | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
• December 17 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

💻 Location: Virtual via Zoom
📝 Register: linktr.ee/fcspc

This training is powerful for caregivers, educators, parents, community leaders, healthcare workers, and anyone who wants to help save lives.

One conversation can make a difference.

💚 Life is better with you in it. Speak. Share. Save.

Please help share this opportunity with your networks so more people in our community are equipped to support those who may be struggling.

***dePrevention

03/22/2026

Self-harm is often a silent struggle. Many people carry pain they don’t always have the words to explain.

During Self-Injury Awareness Month, we take time to remind people that they are not alone and that their feelings matter. Healing is possible, and support is available.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please know this:
Your story is not over. Your pain deserves care, not silence.

Let’s create spaces where people feel safe to speak, to share, and to heal. Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do is simply listen without judgment. 💜

Life is better with you in it. Speak. Share. Save.




Happy March to our amazing Ohio AFSP Community! 🌷 We are heading into a POWERFUL month here in Ohio with a. few great op...
03/22/2026

Happy March to our amazing Ohio AFSP Community! 🌷
We are heading into a POWERFUL month here in Ohio with a. few great opportunities to Advocate, Walk, Connect, Learn & TAKE ACTION for Su***de Prevention. Mark your calendars and join us:

📆 March 26 - 2026 Advocacy Action Day: Ohio State House, Columbus, OH.
(https://advocacydayoh2026.attendease.com/)

📆March 28 - Capital University Campus Walk - Bexley, OH.
(Afsp.org/capital)

📆 March 30 - Volunteer 101 - Virtual
(https://ohvol101march26.attendease.com/)

Whether you're brand new to AFSP or looking to expand your impact, we have a place for you here! Every training, every event only us build a more informed, connected and compassionate community in our state.

Register, invite a friend or family member and help us save lives.

💙 SAVE THE DATEThe Color MonsterWorld Su***de Prevention Day WorkshopIn observance of World Su***de Prevention Day, we a...
03/22/2026

💙 SAVE THE DATE

The Color Monster

World Su***de Prevention Day Workshop

In observance of World Su***de Prevention Day, we are hosting “The Color Monster,” a youth-focused emotional awareness workshop.

📅 September 10
📍 Main Library – Columbus Metropolitan Library
Columbus, Ohio

This interactive session helps children understand how colors represent moods and feelings, giving them healthy tools to express what’s happening inside.

Through guided activities, conversation, and creativity, we help young people build emotional vocabulary and confidence.

💙 Safe space.
🧡 Youth centered.
💛 Free and open to the public.

For partnerships or volunteer opportunities:
📧 [email protected]

🌟 Calling all young fashionistas grades K-12! 🌟 Join us for the Juneteenth Fashion Show Casting Call! Show off your uniq...
03/05/2026

🌟 Calling all young fashionistas grades K-12! 🌟
Join us for the Juneteenth Fashion Show Casting Call! Show off your unique style and creativity in a celebration of freedom and culture! This is your chance to shine on the runway! 👗👖

📅: March 22
📍: Reynoldsburg Library- Study Room C
🕒 Time: 1 PM - 3 PM

Tag your friends and let's make this an unforgettable event! 💖
Empower our Youth Foundation
Teja Kancharlapalli

Join our Open Play Chess Club for an inviting, drop-in experience where players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy c...
01/02/2026

Join our Open Play Chess Club for an inviting, drop-in experience where players of all ages and skill levels can enjoy casual games, share strategies, and learn from one another in a friendly, relaxed setting. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, come to sharpen your skills, meet fellow chess enthusiasts, and have fun—no registration required! Chess sets provided.
Wednesdays | 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Pickerington Main Library

11/02/2025

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