New Marblehead Project 351 ambassador to kick off clothing drive
Cradles to Crayons is in dire need of kids clothing donations and Jared Kaplowitch is ready to help
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The 2020 pandemic took a toll on Cradles to Crayon, but Jared Kaplowitch, with an assist from some friends, is hoping to help soften the blow.
The Veterans Middle School eighth grader has been named the new Project 351 ambassador for Marblehead.
Project 351 is a state program aimed at developing the next generation of “community-first service leaders” through youth-led service projects. Ambassadors are chosen from each of the commonwealth’s 351 cities and towns by hometown educators and are “invited to unite, act and lead.”
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For teens, new worries and mental health challenges in pandemic
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A year ago, high school stopped being normal in any sense of the word. So did life in general.
While it might take time for local data to emerge on just how the COVID pandemic has affected teens’ mental health, students say they’re experiencing increased stress, anxiety, and frustration, and for some an existing depression has become much worse.
Dr. Mary Tatem, who is the director of student services in Danvers, said teens aren’t necessarily reporting more issues, but they have new worries now because of COVID-19.