Category Archives: News

Remembering 911 and How Tragedy Affects Families

Posted on September 8, 2011 by Gerry Vassar

It is hard to believe that this Sunday we will be experiencing the 10thyear anniversary of the catastrophe of 911.  It was a day we grieved the loss of almost 3,000. It was also a day when we were inspired by the … Continue reading →

Innocent Bystander? Bullying as Peer Pressure

Posted on November 2, 2010 by Gerry Vassar

Recently I wrote about the normal ages and stages of adolescent development.  If you read those posts, you may remember that as teenagers mature, their loyalty moves from their parents to their peers, with peer relationships becoming increasingly more important. Though acceptance … Continue reading →

Lakeside Connect: Dialogue to Transform Lives for Vulnerable Children, Teens and Families

Posted on September 1, 2010 by Gerry Vassar

Welcome to Lakeside Connect, the global Web site of Lakeside Educational Network. Lakeside continues at the forefront of dealing with some of the most crucial problems within America’s youth and families.