Ellis County Early Childhood Coalition

Waxahachie! Come see us a family day this Saturday!
We will have an interactive booth with our famous Odelia coloring pages and DIY Pinwheels!
We cant wait to see you!

Families across Texas can learn more about local resources and child development through signing up for Bright By Text! Learn more below🙂

THIS IS A DRIVE THRU EVENT!

Maypearl ISD Home of the Panthers is hosting their second annual back to school fair! Check out the details below!😎 Have a fun and safe weekend!

Maypearl ISD parents...August is almost here!!

Join us for our second annual back to school fair for MISD students, all grade levels.

We will provide several services, including an immunization clinic. If you would like your child to participate in the vaccine clinic that will be held at the MISD Back to School Fair. PLEASE USE THIS LINK Student Vaccine Consent TO REGISTER YOUR STUDENT (this must be completed so that we can prepare for your student(s)!!

This is a great opportunity if your child needs vaccines before starting school August 8th!
​​​​​​​(Students in grades Pre-K, Kinder and 7th Grade will need to have updated immunizations in order to attend school on the first day)


https://www.maypearlisd.org/view-all-news/~board/misd-latest-news/post/24-25-annual-back-to-school-fair-immunization-clinic

𝟮 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸𝘀 until we welcome students back to school at the Back to School Bash! 📚 Free school supply kits, backpacks, haircuts, and all kinds of fun will be ready for Midlothian ISD students on August 3.

August 3
9am - 1pm
Frank Seale Middle School

No pre-registration is required! Free supplies will be available while supplies last. Stay updated and get reminders: https://bit.ly/4cd2hAF

Congratulations YaYa's Yuniversity for this amazingly well deserved distinction! So grateful for all the work that you’re doing for children and families in our community!! ☺️

1 year later and we're providing the Best Early Education in Town💙🧡! Thank you to our amazing staff and parents! You make the difference! Thank you to the city of Waxahachie,Texas.

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/Q1DF87GE8oyYcSse/?mibextid=WC7FNe

Do you want to make a difference in the community? Come join WJSL. It will be the best difference you ever made!

https://forms.gle/BZGZ1hTtpp16CG948

Some great programs have collaborated to provide ECI Trainings with Child Care Centers! Theses trainings are vital in recognizing the development, early intervention and evidence-based practices to support the children in our county. Register now for these amazing training opportunities!

FYI….you don’t want to miss out on this FREE seminar! Thank you My Health My Resources of Tarrant County for this great information!

Register today! https://www.raceentry.com/ymca-santa-run/race-information

Cooking safety starts with YOU.

For 2023, the fire prevention week theme is “Prevent Kitchen Fires: Cook with Care!” This theme underscores the importance of fire prevention in the kitchen, where a significant number of home fires originate. Kitchen fires are among the leading causes of home fires and injuries in the United States.

Some tips for cooking safety:
- Turn pot handles toward the back of the stove. Always keep a lid nearby when cooking.
- Watch what you heat. Set a timer to remind you that you are cooking.
- Have a "kid-free zone" of at least 3 feet (1 meter) around the stove, oven, and other things that could get hot.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and We will be having our 3rd Annual Awareness Walk on Saturday October 14 at 10AM. (Registration 9AM) . This year the walk will take place at our new resource center instead of the Ellis County Courthouse. Please make plans to join us at at 2230 Bryan Place in Midlothian for the walk and a tour of our new facility!

Registration is free!
Please register here: https://www.theheightselliscounty.org/register-for-walk

The Hickory Trail Hospital is offering a FREE viewing of the documentary “Tipping the Pain Scale” on Aug 24th! Seating is limited so please register soonest!

"Tipping the Scale" A Community Approach to Opioid Awareness Hickory Trail Hospital and Impact Waxahachie are hosting a community showing of Tipping the Pain Scale. Following the showing we will have a panel discussion with local community leaders. Lunch will be provided. Tipping the Pain Scale : A Community Approach to Opioid Awareness Tickets, Thu, Aug 24,....

https://www.cnbc.com/2023/08/11/smart-back-to-school-parenting-tips-from-family-therapist.html

3 things smart parents do to set their kids up for success at back-to-school time, according to a family therapist Back-to-school season is here, and parents who prepare early set their kids up for success, says family therapist Gayane Aramyan. Here's how to get started.

Community Event
It's not too late to join in, it’s FREE - RSVP HERE: 🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com/.../wellness-symposium-tickets... 🎟️

How to Choose the Best Back-to-School Backpack https://www.verywellfamily.com/choosing-the-right-school-backpack-4064666

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year across the world from August 1 — August 7. This global campaign aims to raise awareness about breastfeeding and its advantages. Following a surge in the infant mortality rate due to a drop in the number of mothers who wanted to breastfeed, the initiative became essential. While everyone has the right to make their own decisions, breastfeeding is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) until a child turns two. This World Breastfeeding Week, let’s join hands and promote breastfeeding.

HISTORY OF WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK
The World Breastfeeding Week is considered one of the largest joint campaigns undertaken by international organizations such as The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF. Organized by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA), it aims to promote the benefits of breastfeeding. World Breastfeeding Week has been celebrated since 1992 and includes annual themes such as healthcare systems and women. In 2016, the week aligned its mission with the Sustainable Development Goals (S.D.G.s) and began promoting various strategies to encourage breastfeeding. During the week, all communication platforms inform people on the issue and the interesting history surrounding breastfeeding that many are unaware of.

Did you know, in ancient Greece, the milk of a Greek goddess was thought to have special powers such as immortality? For instance, according to Greek mythology, Hera’s breast milk made Hercules invincible; it also formed the Milky Way. However, with time the popularity of breastfeeding drastically decreased, and women began turning to animal milk. In 15th-century Europe, cow’s or goat’s milk were often used but were considered lacking as they affected the health of the child. Later in the 18th century, flour or cereal mixed with broth was introduced as a breastmilk substitute. This too proved ineffective, and the search for alternatives for breast milk continued as many women were unable to produce milk naturally and needed another feeding option for their infants.

By the 19th century, infant formulas entered the market, and many women abandoned traditional breastfeeding. In the early 20th century, breastfeeding was even viewed negatively in several countries — that is, until doctors pointed out the effects of a lack of breast milk on a child. In the 1960s, breastfeeding experienced a revival and is promoted world-over even today.

WHY WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK IS IMPORTANT
It promotes breastfeeding: The week promotes breastfeeding and encourages women across the globe to breastfeed their children for a certain period.

It recognizes the importance of breastfeeding: The week aims to recognize why breastfeeding is essential for newborns as well as their mothers. It also reveals the advantages of the process.

It provides knowledge regarding breastfeeding: During World Breastfeeding Week, several facts regarding breastfeeding come to the forefront, including what a nursing mother should eat, when she should feed the child, etc.

Be kind to your mind, it holds the key to your well-being. 💭✨Check out our resources today:
https://m.sesame.org/EWBResources