Helping Your Child Process Violence

Guide Your Child Through Recent Events

Dear Parents, In just the past couple of weeks, our children have been exposed to disturbing and violent images in the media—the political assassination of Charlie Kirk, the stabbing of a Ukrainian refugee, and the tragic Catholic school shooting. Many of these events were shared on social media, and children as young as elementary age have seen graphic videos. It’s heartbreaking and troubling to know that our kids are carrying the weight of these images. But as parents, we can help them process what they’re seeing and remind them that they are safe and cared for. Here are some practical ways to guide these conversations: 💬 Talk, Don’t Avoid Children may already have seen or heard about these events from peers, TikTok, or other platforms. Ask gentle, open-ended questions like: “Have you heard about what happened?” “What have your friends been saying?” “How did it make you feel when you saw that video?” 🧠 Keep It Age-Appropriate Younger kids don’t need all the details. Reassure them that grown-ups are working hard to keep people safe. Older kids and teens may want to discuss the why and the what now. Listen first, then provide context without amplifying fear. ❤️ Reassure Their Safety Children want to know: “Am I safe? Are the people I love safe?” Remind them that these events, while tragic, are rare, and that you, their school, and their community are committed to protecting them. 📱 Monitor Media Exposure Encourage breaks from graphic content. Watching videos on repeat can retraumatize kids. Set healthy limits on social media and step in if you notice obsessive scrolling or rising anxiety. 🙏 Model Calm and Hope Kids take their cues from us. Acknowledge that the world can feel scary but emphasize resilience, community, and faith in the future. Let them see you praying, problem-solving, or simply being present. At Power2Parent, we believe empowered parents protect kids—not just in policy, but in everyday conversations at the dinner table. Thank you for being the steady voice your children need right now. With you in this, The Power2Parent Team   Donate! In addition to strengthening families and empowering parents, much of our work happens behind the scenes—monitoring policies, researching laws, and equipping you to engage. Please consider supporting our mission to protect parental rights and expand school choice. When you advocate for one child, you advocate for many. Visit our website

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Back to School: Know Your Parental Rights!

6 Key Opt-out Rights for Parents.

Back-to-School Checklist: Opt-Out Options School starts in just one week, and as you're checking off supply lists and setting alarm clocks, there’s one more thing we want to make sure you know: You still have the power to protect your child. There are six key areas in your child’s education where you have the legal right to opt out, and many parents don’t realize it! Here’s a quick overview: 6 Things You Can Opt Out Of as a Parent:  Sex Education In Nevada, sex ed is opt-in. That means your child cannot be enrolled without your written permission. You also have the right to review the curriculum first. Content That Conflicts with Your Religious Beliefs If any instructional material conflicts with your family’s values, you can request an alternative assignment. Federal law protects this right — just be sure to submit your request in writing. Compulsory Public School While school attendance is mandatory, public school is not. You have the legal right to homeschool or choose private school, so long as state guidelines are followed, including submitting an Intent to Homeschool form. Vaccinations Nevada allows exemptions for both medical and religious reasons. You must file an exemption form each year if you’re opting out. Standardized Testing Most standardized tests are not required for promotion or graduation. You can request that your child not participate. Surveys on Political, Sexual, or Personal Beliefs Schools must notify you in advance and give you the option to opt your child out of any survey that touches on these topics. Want to keep this info handy? 📥 Download our full Opt-Out Guide here: 👉 P2P Opt-Out Toolkit As the school year begins, we want you to feel equipped and informed. Knowing your rights is the first step to making confident decisions for your child. Thank you for being engaged. We're here to support you. — The Power2Parent Team Join Us For a Back To School Event on August 9th WANT TO HELP POWER2PARENT? If you shop at Smith's, you can direct Smith's to donate a percentage of your purchases to Power2Parent, without losing any of your rewards! The Smith's Inspiring Donation program gives back to the community by donating to local organizations based on the shopping you do every day. You can help support Power2Parent by selecting us as your organization of choice. Every time you shop at Smith’s with your Rewards Card, they will donate 0.5% of your total order to Power2Parent. (This will NOT affect your rewards points.) To Link your Smith’s Card to Power2Parent using the App:  1. Open the App on your phone 2. Click on the menu on the upper left side of the screen 3. Select "Rewards" 4. Select "Inspiring Donations" 5. Search "Power2Parent" 6. Click "Enroll" Donate Follow us on our social media channels!

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Reminder: Join Us in Celebrating This Important Win!

Your Support Made a Difference

A Win for Parents—And a Reminder of Why We Fight Dear Supporter, On Friday, June 27, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark 6-3 decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, affirming that parents have a constitutional right to opt their children out of public school materials that conflict with their sincerely held beliefs. This is a major win for parental rights nationwide—and a powerful affirmation of what we’ve fought to protect here in Nevada for the past decade. At Power2Parent, we have always believed that parents—not the government—are the primary decision-makers in their child’s education. Since our founding, led the charge to ensure parents have the right to opt in to sex education, not be forced to opt out. Year after year, we stood against legislative attempts to erode this right, including bills that would have stripped parents of their ability to know what their children are being taught about human sexuality, gender identity, and family values. This year, we faced one of the most aggressive challenges to parental rights yet: AB205, a bill that would have erased Nevada’s opt-in law and automatically enrolled children in sex education without parental consent. We mobilized, testified, and fought every step of the way—and we won. Thanks in part to your investment, Governor Lombardo vetoed AB205, and parental consent in Nevada remains protected. This victory, combined with the Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, reinforces what we’ve said all along: Parents have the right to raise their children according to their values—without government interference. We are celebrating this moment with you because it's a shared victory—made possible by years of grassroots advocacy, bold leadership, and your generous support. But we’re not done yet. This ruling is a reminder of what is possible when we stand united—and a motivator to keep pressing forward. As we head into another school year and prepare for the next legislative session, we will continue to: Monitor and oppose legislation that undermines parental rights Equip families to advocate for their values in schools and communities Expand programs that give parents real choices in education Thank you for standing with us. This decision is a win—but the fight to protect parental rights is far from over. Let’s keep going. Warmly, Erin Phillips CEO, Power2Parent Union   Donate! In addition to providing programs that strengthen families and empower parents to advocate for their children...Much of what we do is behind the scenes with monitoring policies, researching laws, and teaching you how to engage the process. Please consider supporting our work to protect parental rights and bring more school choice to our state. When you advocate for one child, you advocate for many. We need your help to continue to monitor policies that affect our kids. Can we count on you to contribute $10, $25, $50 to make sure your voice is heard and our children are safe?  Visit our website

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Join Us in Celebrating This Important Win!

Your Support Made a Difference

A Win for Parents—And a Reminder of Why We Fight Dear Supporter, On Friday, June 27, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark 6-3 decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, affirming that parents have a constitutional right to opt their children out of public school materials that conflict with their sincerely held beliefs. This is a major win for parental rights nationwide—and a powerful affirmation of what we’ve fought to protect here in Nevada for the past decade. At Power2Parent, we have always believed that parents—not the government—are the primary decision-makers in their child’s education. Since our founding, led the charge to ensure parents have the right to opt in to sex education, not be forced to opt out. Year after year, we stood against legislative attempts to erode this right, including bills that would have stripped parents of their ability to know what their children are being taught about human sexuality, gender identity, and family values. This year, we faced one of the most aggressive challenges to parental rights yet: AB205, a bill that would have erased Nevada’s opt-in law and automatically enrolled children in sex education without parental consent. We mobilized, testified, and fought every step of the way—and we won. Thanks in part to your investment, Governor Lombardo vetoed AB205, and parental consent in Nevada remains protected. This victory, combined with the Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, reinforces what we’ve said all along: Parents have the right to raise their children according to their values—without government interference. We are celebrating this moment with you because it's a shared victory—made possible by years of grassroots advocacy, bold leadership, and your generous support. But we’re not done yet. This ruling is a reminder of what is possible when we stand united—and a motivator to keep pressing forward. As we head into another school year and prepare for the next legislative session, we will continue to: Monitor and oppose legislation that undermines parental rights Equip families to advocate for their values in schools and communities Expand programs that give parents real choices in education Thank you for standing with us. This decision is a win—but the fight to protect parental rights is far from over. Let’s keep going. Warmly, Erin Phillips CEO, Power2Parent Union   Donate! In addition to providing programs that strengthen families and empower parents to advocate for their children...Much of what we do is behind the scenes with monitoring policies, researching laws, and teaching you how to engage the process. Please consider supporting our work to protect parental rights and bring more school choice to our state. When you advocate for one child, you advocate for many. We need your help to continue to monitor policies that affect our kids. Can we count on you to contribute $10, $25, $50 to make sure your voice is heard and our children are safe?  Visit our website

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