Children and teenagers can become anxious when their routines are disrupted by natural disasters such as a hurricane. Parents should try to address those fears in a factual, reassuring manner.  If you remain calm, your children will often follow your behavior.

While we wait for Hurricane Irma, there are resources available:

RB Stewart MS is a hurricane shelter.  Please evacuate if you are in Zone A or need a sturdy structure.

Hurricane Prep Steps: http://www.redcross.org/news/article/In-Heart-of-Hurricane-Season-Take-Steps-to-Get-Prepared

What to Say to your Teen: https://www.nicklauschildrens.org/patients-and-families/health-and-safety-information/articles/preparing-your-child-for-a-hurricane

When school resumes, our counseling team will be available to help our students as we recover from the effects of Hurricane Irma.