Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

Optional Q&A for last-minute questions before the sign up deadline d&d q&a Thursday, August 6 · 2:00 – 2:30pm Time zone: America/New_York Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/afk-axap-ycx Or dial: ‪(US) +1 240-360-1145‬ PIN: ‪820 391 071‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/afk-axap-ycx?pin=7446661213613

Join us at our Wait Until 8th Table as we talk to families about our mission and goals. We will be in the Kids Zone parking lot with the Phoenixville Rec Center, and will have snacks, crafts and flyers to hand out.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! A Saturday morning of wildlife and water views. Dutch Gap has a floating boardwalk and shaded trails along a tidal lagoon, with herons, eagles, turtles and more to spot from the observation platforms. It's a nature area to explore, not a playground. Good to know — Parking: lot by the visitor center. Restrooms: at the visitor center. Tip: bring bug spray, sun hats, water and binoculars if you have them. Come when you can and stay as long as you like.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! Cool off on a warm afternoon at this newer Sandston park, home to a spray park with playful 'mist mounds,' two nature-themed playgrounds, and a big open event lawn. Good to know — Parking: on-site lot. Restrooms: on site. Tip: the spray park runs until 7pm — bring suits, water shoes, towels and dry clothes. Roll in whenever works, with no pressure to stay the whole time.

Bring your family out to create some summer memories...those who attend as a family unit will receive free admission for the evening.

Public Comment Public comment will be accepted during School Board business meetings. Citizens requesting to speak before the Board will be given the opportunity to comment in person at the appropriate time. Those who wish to speak in person at the board meeting should notify the School Board clerk (by 2 p.m. on the day of a board meeting) either: - by phone at 804-348-2521, ext. 105227 - or via this form directed to the School Board Clerk: In-Person Public WATCH BOARD MEETINGS LIVE School Board business meetings and work sessions held in the County Public Meeting Room can be viewed live on Swagit and via television on Comcast Channel 98 and Verizon Channel 28. Public Meeting Room, 10001 Iron Bridge Road, Chesterfield, VA 23832

Want more confidence about what your kids can access online? Join us as we walk through your devices together - tightening security settings, reviewing privacy controls, and making sure parental controls are set up in a way that actually works for your family. Hosted by The Cyber Cave and made possible by The Balance Project Scotch Plains-Fanwood Chapter and the Fanwood Memorial Library. Registration is required through the Fanwood Memorial Library website. Please use the link below to reserve your spot. Space is limited.

Join us for our monthly ScreenWise Community of Practice call for designed for school captains/teams to come together to connect and learn from one another about how to support intentional tech use at home and in school.

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! A shaded, inclusive playground morning at the accessible 'Playground for Katie and Friends,' designed for kids of all abilities, with adaptive equipment, ramps, sandboxes and swings set among trees. Good to know — Parking: right at the playground entrance. Restrooms: in the building next to the play area. Tip: the shade makes this a comfortable morning pick, and it's a welcoming spot for mixed-ability groups. Come when you can and stay as long as you like.

This call is for community leads in MA to share strategies, wins and challenges to leverage collective action in MA. Whether you're a seasoned community lead already in the thick of it or just starting out, we are here to support each other! THIS CALL WILL BE TO DISCUSS OUR POLICY PRIORITIES FOR 26-27

Connect with our advocacy team for policy updates, strategic action items and collaboration.

The Distraction-Free Illinois (DFS-IL) state advocacy team meets weekly via Google Meet from 12:30pm-1:30pm (CST). Join us to connect with others across the state working to advocate at the state and local level. If you are new to DFS-IL, please make sure to fill out our state letter of support: https://forms.gle/YPptKCWFDneMfpsR7 We encourage you to share this letter widely. Have any questions? Email us: distractionfreeschoolsIL@gmail.com

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! An evening of rock-hopping and river views on Belle Isle, an island in the middle of the James reached by a footbridge under the Lee Bridge. Kids love exploring the trails, big flat rocks and shallow pools as the day cools off. Good to know — Parking: free lot at Tredegar or along 5th Street. Restrooms: a porta-potty on the island. Tip: it's a footbridge walk to reach the island, so a baby carrier beats a stroller — and the river has currents and no lifeguards, so keep little ones close. Come when you can and stay as long as you're enjoying it.

Kids beginner hand sewing classes. Learn to sew and make wearables. Class fee is $55. Email to Register: TheSewingStudioNJ@gmail.com Please see additional dates on flyer.... July 21st, July 30th, Aug 14th and Aug 22nd.

Join us for a hands-on afternoon at the creek! This is a chance for kids and families to slow down, get their feet wet, and discover what's living right in our backyard. We'll wade in together and see what we can find: tadpoles, small fish, and other creek critters. What to bring: - Sneakers you don't mind getting wet/muddy - Change of clothes/shoes for after - Towel

Kids Color Run Fundraiser for local Cancer Support Causes sponsored by the Pink & Teal Warriors coalition. $5 Entry Fee; wear light/white colored clothing for best color effects! (expect slight staining) Running heats will be released based by age. Recommended kid ages 2+. Zeidler Park - Rockwell, Iowa Registration opens at 12:30 pm. CASH ONLY*

About these meet-ups These are relaxed, screen-free meet-ups — a chance for the kids to run, climb, splash and explore outside while we connect as parents. There's no agenda and no RSVP needed beyond fournorms.com: pop in late, leave early, or stay the whole time, whatever your day allows. Every location is free. Bring water, sunscreen and a snack, dress for the weather, and new faces are always welcome — bring a friend! Playgrounds plus a marsh boardwalk. Point of Rocks has playgrounds for big kids and toddlers, a cool boardwalk over the tidal marsh, and easy trails with views of the Appomattox River. Good to know — Parking: ample on-site lot. Restrooms: on site. Tip: walk the boardwalk to spot birds and turtles after some playground time. Come when you can and stay as long as you'd like.