A family education event focused on understanding mental wellness in children will take place on May 20, according to an announcement released on Apr. 29. The event, titled “Strong Minds, Happy Hearts: Destigmatizing Mental Health,” aims to provide families with information and practical techniques to support children’s emotional well-being.
The program is designed as a welcoming space where families can learn about what mental wellness looks like in children, recognize common signs and symptoms, and explore everyday strategies for fostering healthy minds. Organizers say the session will include opportunities for questions and building confidence in supporting young people’s mental health.
Free childcare will be provided during the event, along with a family meal so attendees can participate fully. Participation is open to all community members; there is no requirement to be affiliated with Kenosha Unified School District (KUSD) or any particular school.
Brass Community School promotes multicultural diversity and equitable opportunities for all students, according to the official website. The school operates from a building constructed on the former site of the American Brass Company according to its official website. Its stated goal is motivating every child to reach their greatest academic and social potential within a secure and inclusive environment according to the school’s official website.
The school also adopts a motto of working together while expecting excellence according to its official website, develops partnerships with organizations for mentoring, reading initiatives, and family involvement according to its official website, and offers preschool sessions featuring specialized instruction in literacy and math according to its official website.
Registration is now open for those interested in attending Strong Minds, Happy Hearts.
