Help Officer Abram Bring a Therapy Dog to New Lex Schools

New Lexington School Resource Officer, Corey Abram, is seeking community support in his efforts to provide a Therapy K9 to the district.

Research has demonstrated animal-assisted therapy has a positive influence on a child’s physical, social, emotional and cognitive development. Research suggests school therapy dogs can facilitate engaged learning and promote good behavior such as:

o Improved Academic Performance

o Motivation for Learning

o Increased Reading Competency

o Development of Social Skills

o Reduced School-Related Stress

Therapy dogs are increasingly used to support children in addressing their social and emotional learning needs in schools. Some of the benefits recorded in school classrooms include:

o Increased school attendance

o Growth in confidence levels

o Development of better and stronger relationships with teachers and peers due to the experience of trust and love with therapy dogs. Children learn ways to express their feelings and develop more trusting relationships

o Reduced learner anxiety behaviors

In partnership with New Lexington Police Department and New Lexington School District, Officer Abram is dedicated to maintaining a safe and supportive environment for our students, staff, and community. His diverse experience in law enforcement and commitment to continuous learning make him a key figure in our schools' safety initiatives.

Funds raised will go toward the adoption of a dog, the required training and certificates, medical expenses including vaccinations and preventative care, insurance, and other associated costs of having a therapy K9.

Your support is greatly appreciated.