From Bell to Breeze: Helping Kids Thrive During the Summer Transition

As summer approaches, parents may worry about how their children will adapt to the break from routine. Join us in this episode as Marla Bernard discusses strategies for creating a balanced summer schedule that encourages responsibility, promotes family bonding, and maintains social connections.

From Bell to Breeze: Helping Kids Thrive During the Summer Transition
Featured Speaker:
Marla Barnard, LCPC, MA.Ed

Marla is the Hospital-School Liaison at Riverside. Prior to serving in this position, she was a clinical case manager in the inpatient unit for 8 years - working with adolescents and their parents/guardians. She has extensive experience in the school setting as well – she was a high school teacher and administrator at Kankakee High School for 15 years. She also co-founded and directed a local community youth choir and was awarded the key to the city for her efforts in helping to enhance the community through the arts. She advocates for kids on every level – helping them to find their voices and hope.