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Parent Tip from 99 Tips

Just as we all know to call 911 in an emergency, know how to recognize dangerous situations when using technology and get help. Click here to read Part 9 of our "Parenting Teens and Technology" Blog Series, containing great tips for protecting your teen online.

Newsflash

Upcoming Event: "Teen Justice 101 - What parents and teens need to know about drugs, drinking, and driving"
This parent education forum is sponsored by the League of Women Voters of Los Altos - Mountain View, and is co-sponsored by Adolescent Counseling Services, MVWSD, LASD, MVLAUHSD, CHAC, Challenge Team, CAT, among others. For more information, please contact LWV Education Committee Members Ellen Wheeler at 650.967.8743 or Lynette Lee Eng at 650.619.0884.

WHEN: Wednesday, September 29 from 7:00 - 9:00PM
WHERE: Los Altos High School Theater, 201 Almond Ave.

ACS On-Campus Counseling Program Director featured on KCBS!
On-Campus Counseling Program Director Roni Gillenson, MFT, commented on increases in ACS' programs during this interview that aired on KCBS radio.

 
"99 Tips" Online Request Technical Error
If you requested a hard copy of "99 Tips for Talking With Your Teenager" between May 1, 2010 and and August 8, 2010, please resubmit your request. A technical error is keeping us from accessing those files. We apologize for the inconvenience.
99 Tips in English
99 Tips Spanish

Your Trash is our Treasure
How about a little summer cleaning? Participate in ACS' technology drive by donating your old cell phones, computers, printers, iPods, digital cameras, movies and more by clicking here!

New and Improved: ACS E-News
Have you subscribed to the ACS E-newsletter? Be sure to check out the updated look and content of the July and August editions. All ACS E-newsletters include valuable parent tips, ACS program updates and recent news in the world of teen mental health.

Tell us your story!
Over the last 35 years, ACS has impacted nearly 35,000 lives. If you are one of those individuals, we would love to hear from you. Please send your comments to tellusyourstory@acs-teens.org.

Project Safety Net
In response to the tragic events our community has experienced the City with its many partners has taken an active role in developing short term and long term plans to address this crisis. ACS On-Campus Counseling Program Director, Roni Gillenson, is a member of the Executive Commitee of this Community Task Force. For more information, click here.

ACS launches 99 Tips Online
Check our new blog, 99 Tips Online, based on the booklet, "99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager!" This new online resource will provide parents of adolescents with valuable advice and information from ACS' professional staff.

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The Guide: Spring 2010 Issue
Click here to read our Spring issue of The Guide.

Tutorial: Parenting Teens and Technology Preview
The next "99 Tips" booklet is on its way, providing valuable tools to improve your knowledge of technology, start conversations with your teenager and discuss how to make good choices. Click here to read about teen "sexting," and don't forget to visit our blog in the coming months for more information.

Download "99 Tips for Talking with Your Teenager!!!"
Since 2006, ACS has distributed thousands of free copies of it's "99 Tips" booklet, providing invaluable tips on parent-communication to families in the area. Now, ACS is making this resource available online in both English and Spanish.

Descagar "Noventa y nueve consejos para poder hablar con su hijo(a) adolescente" en Español

New ACS Videos
Please check out our new videos by clicking here!

Now Available! 2008-2009 Annual Report
Our donors allow ACS to continue to provide counseling to teens and families in the community. Interested in learning more about ACS programs and financials? 2008-2009 Annual Report

Support ACS
As the economy has weakened, the need for affordable counseling services has grown.  A gift of any size helps Adolescent Counseling Services provide critical interventions to teens struggling with depression or substance abuse, restoring hope - one life at a time.

Adolescent Counseling Services is a charitable organization pursuant to Section 501(c)(3) of the
Internal Revenue Code
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ACS' Tax Identification Number is 51-0192551

Planning Our Future - Together

Philanthropy leaves a powerful message about the ideals and values of an organization that is important to you.

Legacy, A Financial & Charitable Planning Guide from ACS, offers information to help you prioritize your goals, whatever your philanthropic dreams. Learn more about making a Legacy Gift to ACS

99 Tips for Talking With Your Teenager!

Download your free copy!
Since 2006, ACS has distributed thousands of free copies of it's "99 Tips" booklet, providing invaluable tips on parent-communication to families in the area. Now, ACS is making this resource available online in both English and Spanish.

Descagar "Noventa y nueve consejos para poder hablar con su hijo(a) adolescente" en Español

ACS launches 99 Tips Online
In conjunction with the digital release of the 99 Tips booklet, ACS is launching 99 Tips Online, a blog with tips for parents of adolescents.