Leflore Promise Community staff members had a blast participating in Read Across America Week at Bankston Elementary School! The students were filled with excitement as LPC team members read classic Dr. Seuss books like The Cat in the Hat, Green Eggs and Ham, One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish, There's No Place Like Space, and many more.

Read Across America Week inspires young minds and promotes literacy. By celebrating reading and instilling a passion for literature, Read Across America Week aims to empower students to become lifelong readers and learners.

Thanks to all the LPC staff members who participated! ... See MoreSee Less

Seventh graders at Leland School Park had a great time learning how to set themselves up for success with Delta Better Futures! DBF teaches students refusal skills, how to resist pressure, and other tools to protect their health. ... See MoreSee Less

Sixth graders at Leland School Park enjoyed learning decision making skills that can improve their health with the Delta Better Futures program! DBF teaches students how to make good decisions, resist peer pressure, and set themselves up for success in life. ... See MoreSee Less

Delta Safe Families' Child Care Health Advocate Rhonda Jenkins recently trained the staff at Care Bears Child Development Center on proper medication storage. The safest method to store medications is "up and away" out of children's reach and sight. Safe Families regularly meets with child care providers, families, and communities to provide education and resources to keep Delta children safe.

Learn more about the program by visiting deltahealthalliance.org/find-a-program/delta-safe-families-collaborative/. ... See MoreSee Less

Delta Futures Teen Educators had a great time at McEvans School's academic night recently! The team shared with students the importance of good decision making and resisting peer pressure in difficult situations. These critical skills help to improve adolescent health outcomes and set students up for success later in life. ... See MoreSee Less

Last month, Delta Better Futures Teen Educator Courtney Bankhead spearheaded a training for the Delta Better Futures team and other DHA program staff that work with youth to spread awareness during Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month. Thank you to our special guest speaker Dr. Patricia Davenport, CEO of Our House, Inc., for sharing valuable information about recognizing the signs that someone is dealing with dating violence. ... See MoreSee Less

In recognition of Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month, Delta Better Futures Teen Educators Demetria Price and Jasmine Norwood recently hosted a “Love Shouldn’t Hurt” awareness event in Washington County, partnering with the ladies of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Guest speaker Mrs. Yolanda Evans encouraged the young women in attendance by reminding them of their self-worth. ... See MoreSee Less