This holiday of gratitude is centered around giving back, appreciating good fortune and creating special memories with your family. Whether you’re getting together virtually, social distancing, or in a small group, we wish you all the best this Thanksgiving.
- School will be closed from Wednesday, November 25th through Friday, November 27th.
- School will move to remote learning on Monday, November 30th & Tuesday, December 1st. (Attendance will be taken as they are official school days.)
- School will resume to in-school instruction on Wednesday, December 2nd.
WAYNE LOCAL SCHOOLS PRACTICE REMOTE LEARNING ON
NOVEMBER 30TH & DECEMBER 1, 2020.
Wayne Local Schools has been developing a “Student, Parent and Staff Plan for Remote Learning.” The multi-faceted plan addresses remote learning in case Warren County moves to Level 4 or “Purple” in the State’s Public Health Advisory System, an unexpected staff shortage, widespread quarantine, or adverse weather conditions.
In preparation, the district will implement remote learning for all students on Monday, November 30th and Tuesday, December 1st, 2020 for Option 1 in-person instruction students. Attendance will be taken and instructional delivery evaluated for efficiency and success. The students will return to in-person instruction on Wednesday, December 2nd.
Transportation will continue to be provided for students in our outside programs such as the Warren County Career Center and WCESC programs during remote learning sessions.
Going remote for the two days following Thanksgiving Break will allow the schools to be fully prepared if the district is forced to use remote learning for a brief or extended period. The administrative team will then be able to make any adjustments or enhancements to the remote learning process for a smooth transition if needed during the 2020/21 school year. With increased COVID cases across Ohio, potentially family holiday gatherings pose a risk of viral spread. This allows two additional days to minimize potential quarantines.
Parents should contact the school if any issues or concerns arise during the November 30 and December 1, 2020 remote learning instruction. Also, parents should not send children to school after a holiday break if symptoms appear or exposure has occurred.
CLICK HERE to see the STUDENT AND PARENT REMOTE LEARNING PLAN for pertinent information.
CLICK HERE for Video Message from Ms. Karyn Phillips, Middle School Principal, presenting additional details regarding remote learning.
SUPERINTENDENT MESSAGE
November 20, 2020
Today, I participated in a public awareness video focused on keeping Warren County open. Participants are asking all of Warren County to make a “Personal Commitment to Keep our Community Safe and Open.” Contributions to the video were made by Governor DeWine, Senator Wilson, Warren County School Superintendents, The Golden Lamb, Dorothy Lane Market, Springboro Chamber of Commerce, Atrium Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Mason Manor House, Sonder Brewing, Kala Coffee, and the Warren County Health Department.
All of these entities and individuals are asking for a personal commitment to keeping our community safe; that means wearing a face mask, washing our hands, and maintaining safe social distance.
It’s time to STEP UP!
Understandably, we all miss being with friends and family.We miss “normal.”However, we are in a critical stage of fighting against the spread of COVID-19 in our communities.Our school staff continues to work hard each and every day to create a safe and healthy environment for our students. We know how important it is to stay open, and that only happens if we ALL do our part in keeping our schools and community safe.
Extensive data confirms that K-12 schools can operate with face-to-face learning and they can do it safely and they can do it responsibly. The infections we have identified in our schools, when they have been evaluated, were not acquired in schools. They were acquired in the community and the household. Yet those positives lead to large numbers of quarantines at school.
The environment in our schools and the school personnel provide students a sense of security and stability. The structure and safety of schools play an integral role in student health. The needs of our students must be balanced, as well as our teachers and staff need to feel safe when coming into our schools. Communities must do what is needed to minimize community spread. We must use masks and we must enforce social distancing at all times.
As a school, we must employ creative and innovative ways to limit the number of children in a building at any given time. There are tools we have and we must continue to use them to keep our schools open.
There has been dialogue about halting athletics until January between the Superintendents of the Southwestern Buckeye League. This is not a discussion any of us want to have, but the number of winter sports teams quarantined in the area is concerning. Currently, our own Varsity Boys Basketball Team is quarantined and their season is on hold. The Girls Varsity Basketball Team was scheduled to play against state power Minster in a showcase event at Lakota West this weekend. Unfortunately the entire three-day event, with teams coming in from all over, was postponed.
Right now, we are at the highest number of quarantined students in our school district since COVID started. We are getting into a critical period. It is important that we keep our schools open for face-to-face instruction, but it is becoming more and more of a challenge.
It is imperative that we all STEP UP and follow recommendations from medical officials and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Please do your part to reduce the cases in our community.
A Closer Look at COVID Data and our Cleaning Protocols
Posted: 11/18/2020
Ohio’s current COVID-19 case data is below:
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- 312,443 total cases
- 22,846 hospitalizations
- 5,772 confirmed deaths
- 4,250 ICU admissions
Governor DeWine announced the release of a new holiday celebration guide from the Ohio Department of Health to help families celebrate safely during the 2020-2021 holiday season. Wayne Local Schools believes our two remote learning days after Thanksgiving will decrease potential quarantines after the holiday.
Schools are required to report cases to their assigned Local Health Department who then report to the Ohio Department of Health. A report of COVID-19 should not be interpreted as an indicator that a school district or school isn’t following proper procedures—school cases can be a reflection of the overall situation in the broader community.
At Wayne Local Schools our contact tracing indicates that positive transmission of the virus is happening outside of our school setting.
The Wayne Local School District custodial team has done an amazing job of treating the schools regularly with the Pure Hypochlorous mist for the most effective sanitizing. Click the link to review more details on this very effective and safe method of sanitizing. Information on Pure Hypochlorous
EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED FOR
Saturday, November 21, 6:30 p.m.
137th Annual WHS Alumni Meeting
For the first time in more than 50 years, Alumni will be held in the 1915 Building -- the high school from 1915-1969, the junior high from 1969-2000, and a part of the elementary since.
This will be an informal "Open House" event and there is no cost to attend -- the building will be open for you to wander and enjoy your memories from 6:30-7:30. At 7:30, we will gather "socially distanced" in the 1938 gymnasium for a brief meeting with time for reminiscences of the time we spent there. Then the building will remain open for another trip through it before you head home.
We hope that we will be able to have a "typical" Alumni Dinner in May 2021 -- and that the 1915 building will also be open then -- but with the uncertainty of the pandemic, there is no guarantee.
Senior Melynn Duff, Fulltime Student at WCCC
Seven Warren County Career Center students participated in the SkillsUSA 2020 Fall Leadership Virtual Conference, held Nov. 9-10.
Leading and presiding over several of the sessions at this conference was WCCC Electricity Senior and SkillsUSA Ohio Vice President Robert Lipps, Franklin.
WCCC Senior Melynn Duff, Waynesville, Fire Science, won regional election and will represent WCCC as a Southwest Ohio Regional Officer. Congratulations Melynn!
OPERATION CHRISTMAS CHILD
Waynesville NHS students, Ryan Metzler & Booker Atkins, shopped and filled boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child collects gifts & delivers them to children in need around the world. Great job guys!
BLOOD DRIVE
WHS Student Council sponsored the yearly blood drive with over 28 students & staff donating! Many thanks to all who gave and helped with the Blood Drive! This is such a valuable & much needed event! Very proud of our school!
Attention Sophomores & Parents!
ELEMENTARY
CLICK HERE for the Elementary School Newsletter 11-20-2020.
FREE CLASS "A" BREAKFAST AND LUNCHES WILL CONTINUE THROUGH END OF SCHOOL YEAR.
Wayne Local Schools are pleased to announce that we are able to extend the free class "A" breakfast and lunch from the Spartan cafes through the end of the school year. This is available to ALL ON-CAMPUS WAYNESVILLE STUDENTS.
This program is available and in partnership with the Ohio Department of Education and the USDA.
*Note: This program will not waive your child's school fees. In order to apply for school fee waiver, please complete a 2020-21 Free and Reduced Lunch Application. This application also helps qualify the district for additional federal and state funding. The application may be handed in to the High School, Middle School, Elementary or Central Offices.
The Veterans Day Parade was a success on Wednesday, November 11th!
The WHS Band played patriotic songs while all students lined the parking lots and campus to thank and celebrate the heroes who fought for our freedom.
Veterans, thank you for your service!
 
 
 
The High School had a Veterans Day Poster Contest
1ST PLACE
2ND PLACE
3RD PLACE
WAYNESVILLE HIGH SCHOOL BOYS CROSS COUNTRY TEAM IS THE DIVISION II STATE RUNNER UP!!!
HIGH SCHOOL GIRLS TAKE 5TH PLACE IN THE STATE!!!
Our Waynesville Spartans Cross Country teams both participated in the Ohio State Cross Country Championship Meet on Saturday, November 7th in Columbus, Ohio! Our boys team came into the meet ranked 4th in the State of Ohio after capturing both the District and Regional Championships. Our boys ran a fantastic race with every one of our runners passing multiple athletes down the stretch to capture the Division II State Championship Runner-Up Trophy! Colin Amato passed 11 runners over the last mile to finish in 10th place and Kaden Harvey passed several over the last 200 meters to finish in 11th place, with both garnering All-Ohio honors in doing so! Trevor Camp finished in 31st place passing 4 runners in the last mile and Caden Adams had a great finish by overtaking 12 athletes over the last mile and placing 47th! Freshman Jonas King rounded out our top 5 runners placing 54th and again running down several athletes over the last 200 meters! Our 6th place and tie-breaking runner was Denver Johnson. Denver passed 7 runners over the last mile to finish in 88th place! Jackson Berger was our 7th runner placing 93rd overall in the race of the top 168 Division II runners in the State of Ohio! When the race was over, Woodridge had won their third straight title and the Spartans and #1 ranked Unioto Shermans both had 149 points. With our #6 runner Denver Johnson coming in 88th place and Unioto's 6th place runner coming in 92nd place, our Waynesville Spartans Boys team came home with the Division II Ohio State Cross Country Championship Runner-Up trophy! This was an absolutely stellar performance by our outstanding group of top 7 runners on the Waynesville Spartans Boys Cross Country Team!
Our Waynesville Lady Spartans Cross Country Team went into the state meet ranked 5th in the state with a District Championship and Regional Runner-Up Championship behind 2nd ranked Oakwood. Freshman Samantha Erbach ran a personal record and broke the WHS 5K school record with a time of 18:54 to earn All-Ohio honors placing 13th overall! Senior Hope Erbach was our second runner placing 23rd followed by Maria Gill who passed 6 runners down the stretch finished in 32nd place! Kyla Harvey ran 4th for us and had the biggest finish of the day passing 19 runners over the last mile to finish in 36th place! Carissa Tekeste was our 5th runner and almost equaled that feat by passing 18 runners over the last mile to finish in 55th place! Emme Greely was our 6th runner and placed 90th followed by our 7th runner Elizabeth McKeehan who placed 97th in the race of the top 177 Division II runners in the State of Ohio! Our girls made history as the first Lady Spartans Cross Country Team that made it to the State Championship and they kept their 5th place ranking in tact by finishing 5th overall in the State of Ohio!
HIGH SCHOOL AND MIDDLE SCHOOL:
MASKS REQUIRED FOR ALL STUDENTS
Identifying Internet Providers and Getting Connected
The following internet providers are offering free or reduced-priced services during the coronavirus pandemic crisis. This list was identified in partnership with InnovateOhio and Ohio Broadband Strategy.
- Charter Communication, which operates under the brand Spectrum, is offering free internet and broadband, including in-home Wi-Fi, to new subscriber households with K-12 and/or college students, as well as teachers, for 60 days. To enroll, call 1-844-488-8395.
- Free Spectrum Assist Service, with speeds of 30 mbps, is available for low-income families who are not already enrolled in the program. To be eligible, households must be recipients of the National School Lunch Program (NSLP), Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) of NSLP or receive supplemental security income (for applicants ages 65+ only).
- Free Spectrum Internet is available for any households with K-12 and/or college students or teachers who do not already have Spectrum Internet subscriptions.
- Free self-installation kits will be provided for new subscriber households.
- Spectrum will partner with school districts to ensure local communities are aware of these tools to help students learn remotely.
- No data caps and no hidden fees.
- AT&T is offering internet access for qualifying limited-income households at $10 a month through its Access from AT&T program. It is expanding eligibility to Access from AT&T to households participating in the National School Lunch Program and Head Start; providing two months of free service to new Access from AT&T subscribers; and providing free access to and unlimited usage of Caribou, a video calling application.
- Comcast is making all Xfinity Wi-Fi Public Hotspots open to everyone on the “xfinitywifi” service set identifier. Public hotspots can be found in small/medium businesses and outdoors in commercial areas. Non-Xfinity subscribers need to accept the terms and conditions to access the network and repeat when requested to continue to receive free unlimited access. To find the hotspot in your area, enter your zip code at the following link: https://wifi.xfinity.com/.
Not sure which internet providers are available in your area? Visit https://www.inmyarea.com/ and type in your zip code to see which providers service your area.
The following companies have taken the Federal Communication Commission (FCC) pledge indicating they will not terminate service for failure to pay, will waive late fees and will open wi-fi hotspots to people who need them:
Using Instructional Resources to Enhance Remote Learning
To support educators, parents and caregivers, following is a prioritized listing of quality instructional resources that may be used to supplement, as needed, remote learning plans. The resources have been identified because they:
Align to the major components of Each Child, Our Future, Ohio’s five-year strategic plan for education, including its four equal learning domains.
- Are consistent with Ohio’s Learning Standards.
- Have the potential to be implemented in remote learning environments.
- Include multiple options for content and grade-level instruction.
- Are free or offered at reduced costs during the pandemic.
- Can be applied to individualized education programs.
The remote learning resources are organized by content area. We first include links to Ohio’s Learning Standards and Model Curriculum and other instructional resources developed by the Ohio Department of Education. Following those links are the top four to six content-specific resources that align to the criteria above. We start by identifying resources for educators. Supplemental resources for parents and caregivers follow. Targeted grade bands are identified where possible.
The Ohio Department of Education recognizes the challenges educators, parents and caregivers are facing as a result of this public health crisis, and we stand ready to help. Please feel free to contact the Ohio Department of Education’s Office of Learning and Instructional Strategies if you have any questions or concerns by phone at (614) 466-0223 or by email to learningandinstructionalstrategies@education.ohio.gov.
What is the Alternative Transportation Plan?
- STUDENTS THAT RIDE BUS #3 WILL RIDE A DIFFERENT BUS - SEE BELOW.
- STUDENTS THAT CURRENTLY RIDE BUS #7, BUS #9, BUS #15, AND BUS #16 – PLEASE NOTE THAT YOU WILL BE PICKED UP AT AN EARLIER TIME FRAME - SEE BELOW.
Wayne Local Schools may use an Alternative Transportation Plan at any given time in the future.
This means that we will shift our employees around to utilize their abilities in the best way possible in an effort to continue to keep our school functioning smoothly. As a result, one or more bus routes may be absorbed into other routes, where your student’s bus number and times will change. (*subject to change if necessary)
If we need to use the Alternative Transportation Plan, you will be notified using our Phone Alert system that we use for calamity days. We will also post to website and social media. THIS WILL OCCUR ONLY WHEN THE ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION PLAN IS NEEDED.
If you ride Bus #3, you will be riding a different bus for both AM and PM for all grades on the days we use the Alternative Transportation Plan as follows:
1) For the following stops, you will ride Bus #7:
- Group Stop at Lytle Rd. And Preston Dr
- Group Stop at Lytle Rd. and Creek View Ct.
- 8380, 8676, and 8792 Ferry Rd.
- All addresses on Laura Marie
On days where we must use the Alternative Transportation Plan, you will ride Bus #7. The bus will arrive between 7:05 and 7:20 AM for High School and Middle School. Elementary will be between 8:16 and 8:29 AM.
All students that normally ride this bus, please expect the bus to arrive 15 minutes earlier.
2) For the following stops, you will ride Bus #9:
- All addresses on Lytle Trails
- 5099, 5157, 5157 Lytle Rd.
On days where we must use the Alternative Transportation Plan, you will ride Bus #9. The bus will arrive between 7:05 and 7:20 AM for High School and Middle School. Pick up between 8:10 and 8:25 AM for Elementary.
All students that normally ride this bus, please expect the bus to arrive 15 minutes earlier.
3) For the following stops, you will ride Bus #16:
- 9727 Elm Tree Rd.
- 9617, 9555, 8973, 8951, 8679, 8535 Ferry Rd.
- 5337, 5567 Lytle Rd.
- Group stop at Lytle Rd. and Windfield Way
On days where we must use the Alternative Transportation Plan, you will ride Bus # 16. The bus will arrive between 6:55 and 7:10 AM for High School and Middle School. Pick up between 8:00 and 8:15 AM for Elementary.
All students that normally ride this bus, please expect the bus to arrive 15 minutes earlier.
4) For the following stops, you will ride Bus #15:
- 3886 Elm Tree Rd.
- 4393, 4321, 4267 Social Row Rd.
On days where we must use the Alternative Transportation Plan, you will ride Bus #15. The bus will arrive at approximately 6:47 to 6:50 AM for High School and Middle School. Pick up at approximately 7:45 to 7:50 AM for Elementary.
All students that normally ride this bus, please expect this bus to arrive 5 minutes earlier.
If you have any questions, please contact the Transportation Department at (513) 897-8511.
There are many community service opportunities coming up.
The students need service hours for various groups, clubs, and applications to the honor societies as well. Plus, it's a great way to give back to community, have fun, and build their resume all at the same time.
An especially big need is coming up with Christmas in the Village on December 4th, 5th, and 6th.
If you would like to see the various opportunities, please click the link below to find the best options for your students.
Community Service List
Any questions, contact Kelly Miller at kmiller@waynelocal.net.
Waynesville High School students are offered the opportunity to take the PSAT test on Tuesday, January 26 2021 at 7:45 a.m. The cost of the test is $18.00.
As a junior in high school, scoring well on the PSAT test gives students a chance to enter the National Merit Scholarship program and gain access to college and career planning tools. Taking the test earlier than Junior year may provide a valuable learning experience. For more information on the PSAT, potential scholarship opportunities associated with the PSAT, and preparation materials, go to the website: collegereadiness.collegeboard.org.
CLICK HERE for registration form.
Questions? Please contact Sarah Snyder at ssnyder@wayne-local.com.
Wright Scholar Research Assistant Internship at WPAFB for H.S. - Summer 2021
(Juniors and Seniors only)
Selected scholars learn about various STEM career fields through classes and workshops at the University of Dayton, Wright State University, and The Ohio State University. Also, there will be tours at the AF Museum, various AFRL and industry locations, as well as a weekly luncheon lectures featuring prominent scientists and engineers who share their expertise. The program provides a wealth of information for those considering STEM careers. PLEASE NOTE: With the uncertainty of COVID-19 during 2021, our “live” events could become virtual and project work may have to be accomplished mainly through telework pending mentor’s advice, as was the case during the summer of 2020.
Applicant Qualifications:
- Must be high school junior or senior at time of application
- Must have an overall GPA of 3.5 or higher. Home-school students are highly considered if they score in the top 20% on a national standardized test.
- Must be a U.S. citizen (no Green Card holders or permanent residents)
- Must be at least 16 years old and have a valid driver’s license by program start
- Must have their own transportation OR a means to get to/from work place each day with someone who has base access
- Must have demonstrated a strong interest in STEM career fields
- Must be available to start program on 7 June 2021
- Must attend mandatory first-day orientation and commit to mandatory attendance policy during first week
- Must be able to participate 40 hrs/wk for 9 weeks (program ends 6 Aug). Scholars may not exceed up to 5 days of time off during their internship.
NOTE: we do NOT offer housing or travel allowances for students who live a long distance from WPAFB, and if selected, those students are responsible for securing their own housing and transportation.
The open application period runs from 23 Nov 2020 through 11 Jan 2021. Please refer to the NEW Wright Scholar web site below for program details, dates, and application procedures. Links to the application, criteria/procedures, career descriptions, and photos appear at the bottom of the main web page.
http://www.afrl.af.mil/About-Us/Fact-Sheets/Fact-Sheet-Display/Article/2329031/wright-scholar-research-assistant-program
Advanced Design and Robotics (ADR) students have been completing their end of quarter presentations. The class is a project based student driven class with a career component. At the end of the first quarter, students were tasked with creating a presentation which accomplished multiple tasks. As the main focus of the class is projects, students' first quarter presentations were required to review and demonstrate all of their work from this quarter. In addition, students were required to declare their direction for next quarter (continue, expand, or change) regarding their project focus.
As for the career component, all students completed several exploratory career assignments throughout the quarter which were focused on allowing students to explore the connections of their project work with potential career pathways which align with their individual interests. In the second quarter, students will be required to develop a new project proposal in conjunction with selecting one specific career pathway to try on.
By the end of this 2020-21 school year, the main goal is for all students to complete the ODE requirements for field experience and portfolio in route to one of the honors diplomas. In addition, a secondary goal for the ADR class is that each student will complete training for and pass at least one industry recognized credential from the ODE engineering pathway.
For more information on this class you can contact Nic Otto at notto@wayne-local.com
2020/21 SENIORS
Please visit the Waynesville HS Scholarship page for information and postings about national and local scholarship opportunities.
WHS 2021 Senior Package Information
Waynesville 2021 Senior Package Flyer
Custom Rental Cap, Gown & Tassel Price $43.00
You will keep the cap and tassel. The gown is collected after the ceremony.
Enter your Gender, Height & Weight at the top of the Senior Order Form & Cap Size in Section 1 of the order form.
Refunds are only available for Cap, Gown, & Tassel units that are visibly unused & in original packaing.
Order online at: www.graduateserviceinc.com
You may also mail your order to: Graduate Service, Inc., 7022 Main St., Cincinnati, OH 45244
513-272-5890.
*Orders received after December 7th, 2020 will be subject to a minimum of $20.00 in expedited shipping & handling fees and select products suject to availability.
Warren County Crisis Text Line:
Crises aren't "9 to 5" happenings. They sometimes come on when it's not easy to pickup a phone and call someone. But you can text for help at any time. Chat with a trained person by texting "4hope" to 741741. That person will help you de-escalate and can offer information about local resources where you can find in-person help if needed.
The Crisis Text Line is always there for you, 24/7. Just send a message (text 4hope to 741741.
REVISED 2020-2021 SCHOOL CALENDAR
Click here for 2020/21 calendar
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NEWS FROM MARY L. COOK PUBLIC LIBRARY
Click here to website Phone: (513) 897- 4826
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Community News
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WELLNESS NEWS
SYMPTOMS OF CORONAVIRUS
People with COVID-19 have had a wide range of symptoms reported – ranging from mild symptoms to severe illness. Symptoms may appear 2-14 days after exposure to the virus. People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
- Fever or chills
- Cough
- Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
- Fatigue
- Muscle or body aches
- Headache
- New loss of taste or smell
- Sore throat
- Congestion or runny nose
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
This list does not include all possible symptoms. CDC will continue to update this list as we learn more about COVID-19.
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country team up to bring attention to diabetes. This year’s focus is on taking care of youth who have diabetes.
Diabetes is one of the most common chronic conditions in school-age youth in the United States, affecting about 193,000 youth under 20 years old. Regardless of their age, sometimes youth who have diabetes need support with their diabetes care. That’s why it’s important to help your child or teen develop a plan to manage diabetes, and work with their health care team to adjust the diabetes self-care plan as needed.
Here are some tips to consider for your youth’s diabetes self-care plan.
- Manage blood glucose levels. Make sure your child or teen takes their medicines as prescribed, at the right time, and the right dose—even when they feel good or have reached their blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol goals.
- Encourage healthy habits. Follow a healthy eating plan (especially if your youth is taking insulin), get enough sleep, and aim for regular physical activity. Youth with type 1 diabetes should also check their blood glucose levels before, during, or after physical activity.
- Stay prepared for emergencies. A basic “go-kit” could include
- medical supplies and equipment (at least a week’s worth)
- emergency and health care professional contact lists
- a medication list, including doses and dosing schedules, and an allergy list
Face coverings, hand sanitizer, and disinfecting wipes may also be added to your “go-kit” during a pandemic.
- Monitor for diabetes complications. Early diagnosis and treatment can help reduce risk for heart disease, vision loss, nerve damage, and other related health problems.
- Seek mental health support. Encourage them to connect with other youth who have diabetes. Youth may not be used to talking about feeling anxious or alone about their diabetes. Speak with your health care team for help.
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