HEALTHY LIVINGHealthy and well-nourished children are more able to develop their minds and bodies as they should, and they are far more capable of concentrating, learning and thriving throughout their school years. The Children’s Coalition provides several school-based and out-of-school programs that develop childrens’ bodies and minds, as well as community-based initiatives that meet the unique needs of families.
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SCHOOL-BASED PROGRAMS
AL'S PALS, KIDS MAKING HEALTHY CHOICES
![]() Al’s Pals is a resiliency-based early childhood curriculum and teacher training program that develops, personal, social and emotional skills in children 3-8 years old. The Children’s Coalition is working with all Pre-K programs and teachers in both Monroe City and Ouachita Parish school district, as well as the Pre-K and K program in Morehouse Parish, to implement this nationally recognized, evidence-based program. Several child care centers are also participating in this 46-lesson curriculum. Al’s Pals is a program of Wingspan, Inc and funded locally by Northeast Delta Human Service Authority. For more information about Al’s Pals in your community, contact Tammy Washington, Early Childhood Life Skills Coordinator.
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COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAMS
DIA DE LA FAMILIA
Each fall, the Children’s Coalition works with community partners in Union Parish to celebrate Hispanic culture and promote healthy living at Lake D’Arbonne State Park. This is the signature event for our efforts in connecting Hispanic children and families in Northeast Louisiana to resources and services available. For more information about our Spanish language campaigns and efforts, contact Mary Barrios, mbarrios@childrenscoalition.org .
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BULLY PROOF
Every October, in conjunction with the Northeast Delta Human Services Authority, the Coalition partners with schools, businesses and families to raise awareness on bullying. The focus is to reduce the incidents of bullying in schools and communities across the region.
In 2018, students and teachers submitted videos to show how they became Bully Proof! |