Super proud of you, Julie Cristello, PhD Such a well-deserved recognition from FIU! FIU CCF

📢 Don’t miss this free virtual PFA training in July & August 2025, designed for professionals supporting youth post-disaster. Led by experts Dr. Robin Gurwitch & Dr. Jami Furr. ✅ Scan the QR code or register here: go.fiu.edu/newday_pfa

#STP2025 is off to a powerful start! This week, we welcomed our amazing team of counselors, teachers, aides & RAs as they prepare for a summer full of growth, support & meaningful moments.

The countdown to the 2025 Summer Battle of the Books is on! 🗓️🙌 Our amazing partners in the Miami-Dade Grade Level Reading Campaign have been busy gearing up for a summer of literacy and fun. They’ve prepped and distributed 1,000 literacy bags filled with exciting resources to

We’re proud to see Dr. Katie Hart featured in Episode 2 of "In Conversation With" by childrenstrust ! 🎙️✨ She shares powerful insights on how free community programs like The Children's Trust Parent Club are making a difference. 💚

Wishing all the incredible fathers and father figures a very Happy Father's Day weekend!

Walking into summer like… ☀️💪 Our little learners are kicking off the week strong in our summer programs! 🎥 Watch the video: instagram.com/p/DLP5bowS8ms/

🎉 Did you know the Summer Treatment Program (STP) has its very own Point Store for our kiddos? 💫 It’s a special part of the program that helps reinforce positive behaviors in a fun and rewarding way! 👀 Check out this video to learn how it works

Sending warm wishes for a happy and safe #4thofJuly 🇺🇸

🎨 International artist Romero Britto brought The Art of Happiness to our STP camp, inspiring creativity, connection, and joy in children with ADHD. 🖌️ Read the full story: news.fiu.edu/2025/romero-br…

From anxiety and ADHD to parenting support and school readiness, our evidence-based programs are tailored to meet every family's needs, often at little or no cost. 🌟 Learn how we’re making a difference across South Florida and beyond! 🔗 Read more: go.fiu.edu/Miami_Herald

Yesterday, we welcomed The childrenstrust Youth Advisory Committee Interns to our center! 💙 From Brave Bunch to Dr. Buzzell’s lab, these future changemakers got a behind-the-scenes look at our work with kids & families.

We’re so proud of these young Great Book Warriors! 📚✨

We’re so proud of Dr. Shayl Griffith, Assistant Professor at FIU & researcher at our Center! She’s featured in Yahoo Life on bringing back ‘90s-style summers for kids today. Read here ▶️ yahoo.com/lifestyle/arti…

Back-to-School Made Easy! 🎒 Join Miami-Dade County Public Schools Miami-Dade Schools for their Back-to-School Family Resource Day on Saturday, August 9, at Booker T. Washington Senior High School. 🙌 Enjoy a morning full of support and fun to help families prepare for the new school year!

Huge congratulations to our newest grads and their amazing mentors! 👏 We’re so proud of their journey at FIU and excited for what’s ahead in postdoc and beyond! 🎓💙 #FIU #Psychology #CCFProud #PawsUp

🌟 Thank you to The Children’s Trust for organizing such an incredible 2025 Family Expo! We were honored to be part of this special day and connect with so many amazing families and community partners. 💚

New research with FIU CCF shows preschoolers use adult-level strategies to solve puzzles, boosting future STEM success. Blocks, puzzles & spatial words like “under” or “around” build these skills long before kindergarten.🧩 Learn more: ow.ly/MteG50WGMe2

We’re proud to celebrate our very own FIU doctoral student and lead author, Karinna A. Rodriguez! 🎉 Her new study shows how simple play, like using LEGOs or spatial words, can build STEM skills in preschoolers. 📖 Read more: go.fiu.edu/stem_skills

“#ADHD is often misunderstood, but with the right tools, kids can thrive,” said Dr. Katie Hart, FIU Psychologist & Director at our center. 💡 At TEDxMiami : Beyond Boundaries, she shared how early, science-based support can change lives. 🎥 Watch here: go.fiu.edu/tedxmiami_DrHa…