For as long as I can remember, camp has been a part of my life. From day camp as a young child to my first summer at overnight camp when I was 12, my experiences at camp shaped the person I am today. It helped me become independent and go outside of my comfort zone. Anyone who knew me growing up knew that Camp Chi was the place where I truly shined and was my best, happiest self.  

Fostering someone else’s child is a tough parenting situation, and while a child is in your care it’s up to you to manage their behavior. The key to successful behavior management is to examine your own reaction to the behavior, change that reaction and in most cases, a more positive behavior will result. Here are some guidelines to consider:

Bulldog Bulletin February 2019, Volume 1

5th grade student Miguel, pictured playing chess with his teacher Kate, has made huge strides since attending TDS. His mom shared how different Miguel has been since his time here: “TDS gave my son a new life. I don’t know what else to say except that having my son be a part of TDS is the best thing that’s ever happened to him.”

Today we are launching a new direction for our brand, which includes a shorter name, new logo, clearer messaging and a blueprint for increased awareness.

Today we are launching a new direction for our brand, which includes a shorter name, new logo, clearer messaging and a blueprint for increased awareness.

Today we are launching a new direction for our brand, which includes a shorter name, new logo, clearer messaging and a blueprint for increased awareness.

Multiple TDS classrooms came together to learn about Martin Luther King Jr. and joined forces to honor his legacy in a unique way to help immigrants in Chicago as part of an agency-wide Martin Luther King Day commemoration project.

Children and teens are spending more and more time playing video games online with their friends. For most, this is a positive experience, allowing them to communicate with others even when they are unable to physically be with them. This is particularly true for people with difficulty spending time with others in-person, like those with major depressive disorder, autism spectrum disorder and social anxiety disorder.  

This unconventional method of communication is helpful in fostering connections while building the skills and confidence necessary to interact face-to-face. Although steps should be taken to ensure children’s safety online, online video games are a large part of the lives of young people and should be recognized as a source of social support.