School is just around the corner and our learning curve is at an all time high. Florida’s Children First and Florida Youth SHINE have been busy educating hundreds of professionals across the state.  In the first 7 months of the year, we have successfully trained over 600 people and published two new educational booklets. We also just enjoyed a very successful reception in the Tampa Bay Area, honoring child advocate Dottie Berger MacKinnon and two fabulous young ladies making a difference in their communities everyday. Keep reading for more information and exciting events to be on the look out for in your area.