As summer winds down and students return to classrooms in the six states where Saint Francis Ministries serves, our thoughts naturally turn to keeping kids safe. Parents, teachers, and communities all hope to ensure that children not only succeed academically but also thrive in environments where they feel secure, valued, and nurtured. In an era of locked doors and school shooter drills, it’s even more important to support strong family and community connections that surround children with care.
At Saint Francis Ministries, our mission has always been rooted in this commitment: to keep children safe and healthy and to help families remain whole. For nearly 80 years, we have partnered with schools, churches, communities, and families to provide the support children need to grow into resilient, thriving adults. Whether through foster care, prevention programs, or family preservation services, our work is built on the belief that every child deserves both security and love.
Back-to-school season is a reminder that safety extends beyond the classroom. Students struggle with many stressors and challenges these days. That’s why Saint Francis Ministries focuses on strengthening families – because when families are strong, children are safer, healthier, and better prepared to learn.
We also know that protecting children is a shared responsibility. It requires teachers noticing changes in a child’s behavior, community members stepping in to support families under stress, and organizations like Saint Francis Ministries offering resources and expertise to meet families where they are. It takes “Everyday Heroes” working together to protect children every day.
Is there room in your day to be such a hero? If so, join us so we can ensure that classrooms are places of hope and growth – and that every student feels the security of being surrounded by a caring community.
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