Clay Counts Coalition

06/15/2026

The Clay Center Community High School YLink members invite all CCCHS Tiger Pride students (including incoming freshmen) to a pool party on June 25th!

06/15/2026

It's time for another summer edition of Dad Jokes/Mental Health Tip of the Week!

😂Dad Joke:
What did the beach say to the tide when it came in?
Long time, no sea.

💚 Mental Health Tip of the Week:

Life isn't always a sprint. It's okay to slow down and give yourself time to recharge. Rest helps us perform better physically, mentally, and emotionally.

📞 Resource:

Explore wellness and self-care resources:
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Mental Health America is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to the promotion of mental health, well-being, and condition prevention.

06/11/2026

In our most recent Kansas Communities That Care Student Survey, 4.3% of USD 379 6th-, 8th-, 10th-, and 12th graders reported having vaped in the past 30 days. Although that percentage is way down from 2019 (17.6%), there is still work to do!

06/10/2026

National Alliance for Drug Endangered Children Facts:

06/08/2026

It's time for another summer edition of Dad Jokes/Mental Health Tip of the Week!

Dad Joke:
Why did the cantaloupe jump into the deep end of the pool?
It wanted to become a watermelon.

Mental Health Tip:
It's okay to ask for help when you're in deep water. Reaching out to a friend, family member, or professional is a sign of strength.

Resource:
Call or text 988 anytime for free, confidential support.

At the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns…

06/04/2026

Summer break can be both rewarding and challenging for families. As routines shift and children spend more time at home, caregivers often look for practical strategies to strengthen cooperation, reduce conflict, and support children's emotional well-being.
Join PAXIS Institute virtually on June 15–16 for a no-cost PAX Tools Community Educator training. Participants will earn certification to deliver caregiver workshops and receive all training materials at no cost!

Discover events from Paxis Institute

06/03/2026

Did you know that the Clay County Health Department has a Community Garden full of 12 raised garden beds reserved for community members? Recent CCCHS Tiger Pride graduate Jacob Cutshall completed his Eagle Scout certification by building a pergola as an entryway to the garden!

How a few hours in my mother’s garden reminded me that the simplest activities are often the most fulfilling.

06/02/2026

Jonathan Haidt is the author of "The Anxious Generation", which we have discussed many times during Coalition meetings. This TED Talk is a great video for parents to watch!

Humans aren't just social — we're ultrasocial, wired like bees and ants for deep connection. So what happens when smartphones take over childhood, tablets replace textbooks and AI companies infiltrate our kids’ lives? Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt lays out three principles of technoskeptici...

06/01/2026

Do you know of a teenager who has been impacted by a loved one's substance use disorder? Here are some tips on how to help.

06/01/2026

It's time for another summer-themed Dad Joke/Mental Health Tip of the Week!

🍉 😂 Dad Joke of the Week:

Why did the watermelon have a fancy wedding?
Because it cantaloupe. 🍈

💚 Mental Health Tip of the Week:

Summer often brings vacations and fun plans, but it's okay if you can't do it all. Comparing your summer to someone else's can steal your joy. Focus on what fills your own cup.

📞 Resource:

Here are some activities you CAN do this summer around Clay County!

Thanks to School, Family, Community Connections Counselor Lisa Last for providing this great bookle...