It's Eleven O'clock

Do You Know Where Your Children Are?

Some of us recall the late-night message that once flashed across the television: “It’s 11:00—do you know where your children are?” Although there may not have been a flashy commercial to accompany it, the simple reminder carried weight. It didn’t prevent every bad choice or tragedy, but it made parents pause. If your child wasn’t at home, it forced a question: Where are they, and what are they doing?

That same question is just as urgent today. Violence, substance use, and risky behaviors are touching our community in ways that are heartbreaking and often preventable. Recently, a young person—someone’s child or grandchild—was accused of committing a violent crime at a bus stop. Behind the headlines is a truth: this is not just “a suspect,” but someone’s family. We cannot afford to look away or to excuse warning signs that might have been noticed earlier.

Why STYC Is Offering the Hidden in Plain Sight Experience?

Parents and caregivers often ask, “How do I really know what’s going on with my child?” Love and trust are the foundation, but they are not enough in a world where substances, weapons, and dangerous influences are easily accessible. That’s why STYC is offering a full community Hidden In Plain Sight Experience on September 27, 2025.

How to search your child’s room effectively—not to invade privacy, but to protect safety.
What to look for—common signs of drug use, hidden paraphernalia, or weapons.
How to have the hard conversations—turning discovery into dialogue, not just discipline.
When to seek help—knowing the difference between a teachable moment and a crisis requiring professional support.
Where do I seek help - Who to reach out to for help

A Call to Action

Our children’s choices today shape not only their futures but also the safety of the entire community. This training is designed to equip parents, guardians, and grandparents with tools—so that when you ask yourself, “Do I know where my child is?” the answer goes deeper than just location. It means knowing what’s happening in their world, what influences are shaping them, and how you can step in before it’s too late.

Join us in September. Learn how to protect your child. Learn how to protect our community.

Because at 11:00—and every other hour—you deserve to know where your children truly are.

When: Saturday, September 27, 2025
Location: Catholic Enrichment Center 3146 W Broadway
Time: Class 1 – 12:00 PM
Class 2 – 1:30 PM
Contact: Andrea Cook 502-819-9150
RSVP: STYCtalks@gmail.com

Angela Hollingsworth

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