Head Back to School with Little Otter
Back-to-school season brings a mix of emotions for kids and caregivers. Explore our resources designed to help you navigate the challenges and embrace the new school year with confidence.
About Project AWARE
Project AWARE is a federally funded grant received by Montgomery County Intermediate Unit (southeastern PA) to support advancing wellness and resiliency in education with a focus on suicide prevention and awareness. The AWARE grant received is a partnership with two other Intermediate Units, as well as state agencies in Pennsylvania. The Project AWARE team connect with school districts across four counties and are working towards increasing opportunities for supporting students, school staff, and families in mental health wellness and suicide awareness, prevention and intervention by introducing curriculum, referral resources, and supporting trainings.
When to Worry: Back-to-School Edition
As the start of the school year approaches, you may have found yourself asking, "Is my child's anxiety typical?", "Why is my child suddenly refusing to go to school?", or "How can I help my child manage their emotions?"
It can be tricky to know if your child's behavior is developmentally appropriate or if something more serious is going on. Our new series When to Worry: Back-to-School Edition, helps parents better understand their little ones' big emotions, what to do about it, and when it's time to seek out support.
Watch Our Back-to-School Webinar with Dr. Helen Egger
Get your family ready for the upcoming school year with insights from Little Otter’s Co-Founder and Chief Medical & Scientific Officer, Dr. Helen Egger. In this pre-recorded webinar, you'll learn how to identify and manage common mental health issues during the school transition including separation anxiety, school refusal, behavioral and emotional changes, and social anxiety.
Project AWARE Values Your Feedback
You can help improve Project AWARE’s Parent Engagement Series by sharing your thoughts. This brief survey will gather insights on the growth in training and resources offered by Project AWARE. Your feedback is essential in helping us better support families like yours.
Free back-to-school resources for caregivers
Our digital downloads were created to help your family manage back-to-school stress and promote a positive mindset. Download them for free to get your family ready for a successful school year.
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Join Little Otter today
Little Otter is here to ensure your family receives the mental health support they need for a successful school year. Join today to access our comprehensive services designed to support children, caregivers, and the entire family.