The pandemic and how it affected the lives of children & youth

225 South Pleasantburg Drive,Greenville SC 29607

14 May, 2022

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Join us for part one of a two-part series on how our community can begin to HEAL from the COVID pandemic's impacts on youth. How has COVID19 affected our children and youth? Come and explore how their world changed overnight as it related to school interactions, increased screen time, social isolation and separation as well as many experiencing food and housing insecurity. May 14 will offer Part 1 with a panel discussion on the closing of schools and how it impacted educational goal attainment and how the sharp rise in food insecurity mobilized area food providers, many from the faith base institutions. Event is free and open to the public! Doors open at 9:15 with light refreshments and networking. Agenda: 9:30-Opening 9:45-Panel Discussion Panelist: Carolyn Hamilton-Director at Advent Backpack Blessings Marquis Fleming-Teacher at West End Elementary School 11:15-Closing/Announcements *Part-two of this series planned for August 2022