Sara Jarman Higley Board Member

The Arizona Board of Education last week approved $1.3 million for school resources officers at 10 Gilbert Public School campuses, and only $97,500 for a counselor in Higley Unified. Details at https://www.gilbertsunnews.com/news/state-oks-1-3m-in-safety-grants-for-gilbert-public-schools/article_17ea50fb-cd90-4eaf-b45d-5c0e1f30b8f4.html.

🤍 Your Voice Matters More Than You Think 🤍

The strongest conversations with our kids usually don’t happen in one big serious moment. They happen little by little in everyday life.

A drive to school.
Folding laundry.
Bedtime talks.
A random question at dinner.

When we create homes where conversation feels safe and normal, our kids learn they can come to us with anything.

Here are a few reminders for parents:

• Stay curious, not reactive
• Value one on one time
• Ask questions more than you lecture
• Use everyday moments to connect
• Keep conversations age-appropriate and ongoing
• Let your child feel heard, not rushed
• Talk about values, relationships, emotions, kindness, and boundaries naturally over time

You do not have to have every perfect answer.
Your presence, consistency, and willingness to listen matter most.

🤍 Connection first. Conversation often. 🤍