Empowering Families & Building Futures

Help us celebrate our first anniversary in the Eastern Panhandle! We invite social workers, mental health professionals, teachers, community partners, government officials, and parents and caregivers to join us on June 15 from 3-6pm. We’re offering a free training on raising kids in a digital world (2 free CEUs available!), a refreshing ice cream social with lots of tasty toppings, and an opportunity to learn about KVC’s child and family services.

We’ll also share information on how caring adults can become foster parents. Did you know more than 6,000 children and teens in West Virginia are experiencing foster care? As a foster parent, you will provide a safe, supportive home for youth who have endured abuse, neglect or other family challenges. It only takes one caring adult to change a child’s life. How about you?

This event is the perfect opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, make exciting connections and enjoy a delicious treat. We hope to see you!

Event Details

When: Thursday, June 15 from 3–6pm

Where: 261 Aikens Center, Suite 304, Martinsburg, WV 25404

Agenda

3:00-5:00PM: Digital for Good: Raising Kids to Thrive in an Online World training – 2 free CEUs available. This training will offer valuable information for anyone with children or who works with families.

5:00-5:30PM: Refresh with a bowl of ice cream and create the best sundae ever with an exciting variety of toppings! During this time, you’ll also be able to network with fellow social workers, teachers, mental health professionals and caring community members.

5:30-6:00PM: Join us on the grass lawn by the Aikens Center for a brief presentation on what KVC is doing in the Eastern Panhandle community! You’ll get to know our mission and values along with our services such as foster care and foster parent support, mental health therapy for children, adults & families, and in-home family support services.

Registration is closed. See you tomorrow!

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Digital for Good: Raising Kids to Thrive in an Online World Training (2 free CEUs*)

This in-person training is designed to equip social workers, parents, caregivers and teachers with the knowledge and skills needed to help children navigate the complexities of the digital world. Based on the book by Richard Culatta, this training provides practical tips and strategies for fostering healthy online behaviors, promoting digital citizenship, and protecting children from online risks. Whether you’re tech-savvy or just getting started, this training will help you build the confidence and competence needed to raise kids who are not only safe but also thrive in the digital age. Participants will receive 2 free CEUs.*

In this training, Robin Atkinson, MSW, LGSW, will help participants:

– Understand the concept of dual citizenship
– Recognize digital dysfunction
– Help kids choose the best online activities
– Set reasonable expectations for device use
– Find the right balance between digital and physical activities
– Stay safe and create safe spaces for others online

*CEUs are valid for individuals in West Virginia who have a social work license or are licensed professional counselors (LPC).

About the Trainer

Robin Atkinson, MSW, LGSW is Training and Development Specialist at KVC West Virginia where she supervises the training program for employees and foster/adoptive parents statewide. She creates training curriculums, oversees the internship program, leads the Safety Team as Safety Officer, and organizes the orientation process for all new KVC team members. Robin also leads the training team and encourages them to find the most adaptive, diverse, and fresh training topics that will benefit employees and foster/adoptive parents.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, celebrate, and make connections!