Community Parent Center

06/17/2026

As we enjoy vacations, beach days, BBQs, and time with family and friends, let’s also commit to driving safely.

💚Put the phone down.
💚Slow down.
💚Buckle up.
💚Never drive impaired.
💚Stay alert and watch out for others on the road.

A few extra moments of caution can save a life.

06/17/2026

Safe Driving Rules 🚦

Summer vacation traffic is no joke. ☀️🚙

Frustrations can spike when drivers don't follow the rules, but keeping your cool keeps everyone safe.

Before you hit the road for your next trip, give yourself a quick refresher on safe driving habits. ⤵️

06/04/2026

Did you know that during the 100 Deadliest Days, the risk doesn't just spike late at night?

Statistically, summer teen crashes peak dramatically between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM. With school out, afternoon cruising with friends replaces the structured morning and afternoon school commutes.

Here is the data most people don’t know:
Research from the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety shows that when a teen driver has only teenage passengers in the car, the fatality rate per mile driven increases by 51%.

Conversely, when an adult aged 35 or older is in the passenger seat, the risk of a crash actually drops by 62%.

It’s not just about inexperienced driving; it’s about the unique social distraction of peer passengers during broad daylight.

06/01/2026

☀️ The "100 Deadliest Days" are here—let’s work together to make it the 100 Safest Days of Summer. ☀️

Did you know that the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known by safety experts as the "100 Deadliest Days" for teen drivers?

With school out and more free time, teen driving fatalities spike by nearly 20% during the summer months.

As parents, we want them to enjoy their summer freedom, but their safety always comes first. The leading culprits are driver inexperience, speeding, and distractions—especially having other teens in the car. In fact, a teen's crash risk doubles with two young passengers and quadruples with three or more.

The good news? Parents have a massive influence on keeping these stats down! Here is how we can protect our young drivers over the next few months:

📱 Enforce a "No Phones" Rule: Set a strict boundary that phones stay out of reach while driving. No texts, no playlists tweaks, no exceptions.

👥 Limit the Passengers: Consider limiting the number of friends allowed in the car for the first few months of summer.

⏰ Keep an Eye on Curfews: Most serious teen nighttime crashes happen before midnight. Keeping an eye on the clock matters.

🚗 Be the Blueprint: Our kids watch how we drive. Let’s lead by example—put our own phones away, buckle up, and keep to the speed limit.

Let’s talk to our teens early and often. A simple, honest conversation about road safety can truly save a life.

05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the brave heroes who gave everything for our country. 🇺🇸

From our family at the community center to yours, we wish you a safe and meaningful Memorial Day spent with the ones you love. May we never forget their sacrifice.

05/21/2026

As we head into the holiday weekend, our community is buzzing with excitement for family time, barbecues, and we hope beautiful weather!

It’s the perfect time to make memories, but let’s make sure they are safe ones!

With more cars on the road, our top priority as a parent community is keeping our streets, our neighbors, and our kids safe. If your holiday plans include raising a glass, please make a plan to get home safely before the festivities begin.

💡 Let’s Team Up for Safety:
Designate a Captain: Decide on a designated driver before you leave the house.

Use a Rideshare: Keep apps like Uber or Lyft ready to go on your phone.

Keep Eyes on the Road: Ditch the distractions, put the phones away, and stay extra alert for pedestrians, cyclists, and kids playing outside.

Let’s lead by example for our kids and make sure every single one of our neighbors makes it home safely.

Have a wonderful, happy, and safe weekend, everyone! ❤️

05/19/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Language matters. Choosing supportive words can help people feel seen, heard, and respected.

https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health/how-to-talk

05/12/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month: Early Support Matters. This Week, We Learn to Recognize the Signs.

Parents and caregivers are often the first to notice when something feels different. Changes in mood, sleep, appetite or behavior may signal a young person needs support.

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-support/helping-someone/helping-your-child

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible moms and mother figures in our community. 💐

Today we celebrate your love, strength, sacrifice, and the countless ways you care for others every single day. Whether this day feels joyful, tender, or somewhere in between, know that you are seen and appreciated.

Wishing you a day filled with love, peace, and beautiful moments. 🤍

05/01/2026

May is M E N T A L Health Awareness Month 💚

Explore resources to help you See the Person. Support the Journey—including social content, graphics, and key messages. Download ➡️ http://samhsa.gov/.../mental-health-awareness-month/toolkit