How One Missouri School Transformed Student Outcomes with BIST
01 August 2025
During the 2024–2025 school year, a rural Missouri school embraced the BIST (Behavior Intervention Support Team) philosophy building-wide and saw remarkable results. One of the most powerful success stories involved a sixth-grade student facing significant behavioral and academic challenges. He routinely refused to follow expectations, both in the classroom and in...
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Julie Plunkett Walks with Pride and Leads with Love
30 July 2025
The streets of downtown Westport usually move at a leisurely pace on Saturday mornings, but as June 7 was the morning of Kansas City’s highly anticipated Pride Parade, Broadway Boulevard came to life well before the sun reached its peak. Warm smiles greeted those who strolled through the parade lineup in...
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Redesigned Training Helps Foster Inclusivity for LGBTQ+ Youth
18 September 2024
Discover how Cornerstones of Care is leading the way in creating safe, inclusive spaces for LGBTQ+ youth through innovative training programs.
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From Chaos to Courage: How Stability, Support, and Self-Determination Helped One Foster Youth Find Success in the Classroom
26 August 2024
Kirsten vividly remembers the day her life was changed forever. At six years old, she got off the school bus to discover a line of police cars in front of her house. Officers at the door instructed her to go to her room and pack her belongings. Over the next eleven years, Kirsten was shuffled through more than 120 foster placements, attending countless schools as she navigated her new reality filled with uncertainty and upheaval.
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Case Management Specialist Puts the Focus on the Family to Create Lasting Change
12 August 2024
Tanya Lewis, Aftercare Case Management Specialist, faced the challenge of helping *Ember, a teenager struggling with self-harm and trust issues. Through creative writing and genuine connection, Tanya helps Ember navigate her darkest moments and reclaim her life. This latest blog post highlights our Family Focus program and the delicate balance of guiding families toward lasting healing and stability.
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Beyond Labels: Embracing Neurodiversity Through a Trauma-Informed Lens
18 July 2024
This National Disability Awareness Month, we’re delving into the complex intersection of neurodiversity, trauma, and its impact on youth and families. Is neurodiversity a disability? Our short answer is no – but it’s not so straightforward. We invite you to explore this nuanced topic with us and discover how adopting a trauma-informed perspective can deepen our understanding and compassion for others.
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Former Collegiate Basketball Player Transforms Lives Through Teaching
27 June 2024
Jessica Hall’s journey as a teacher at the Gillis Campus Day Treatment School all started with her love of basketball. In this inspiring blog, the middle school teacher shares how she fosters growth and confidence in her students by role-modeling appropriate behaviors, maintaining high expectations, and collaborating with team members.
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Patience, Self-Care Offer a Successful Formula in Treatment Foster Care
20 June 2024
Discover how Jonathan Graham and his partner Patrick balance patience, self-care, and a dedication to personal growth to transform the life of a youth in Treatment Foster Care.
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