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🎃 Happy Halloween from Boys Town! Halloween has been part of Boys Town traditions since Father Flanagan’s earliest days at the Home. From homemade costumes and trick-or-treating to parties, bonfires and s’mores, the holiday created special memories for generations of youth. 🧡

Withdrawing from others, decreased interest in school, activities and social media, increased irritability and lower grades are just a few of the signs that your child may be getting bullied. Learn more from Zach Myers, Ph.D., at the Boys Town Center for Behavioral Health.

Dr. Patrick Friman has spoken in Brazil, Australia, the Czech Republic, and across the U.S. His message to caregivers everywhere? Stop shining the flashlight in your own eyes. Fulfillment is found in the people you serve. Read more: boystown.org/blog/why-the-wo…

More than a century after Father Flanagan spoke those words, they continue to guide our mission. This #YouthJusticeActionMonth, we stand for a system that sees the potential in every child. We believe every young person deserves compassion and a second chance. #YJAM2026

“Rehabilitation needs greater emphasis, punishment less.” - Father Edward Flanagan #YouthJusticeActionMonth #YJAM2026 @NJJNetwork @4juvjustice

Boys Town was honored to be part of the Saint Louis Chess Conference, joining conversations about the powerful role chess can play in supporting underserved youth and communities. Our chess club helps youth build critical thinking, emotional regulation and social skills.

What better way to close out #BoysTownHistoryWeek than with a movie night? Heart of a Servant: The Father Flanagan Story, narrated by @JonathanRoumie, shares the journey of Venerable Father Flanagan. Watch on @PrimeVideo. #BoysTownHistoryWeek #FatherFlanagan #HeartOfAServant

For the past 35 years, @BoysTownNevada has been helping children and families overcome challenges and build brighter futures. Thank you, @8NewsNow, for covering our 35th Anniversary Impact Gala.

Did you know Boys Town's Home Campus sits on the same land purchased by Father Flanagan in 1921? On this day in 1921, Boys Town moved to Overlook Farm, where boys learned valuable life lessons through farming and hard work. #BoysTownHistoryWeek

Today, only a few weathered slabs remain, but Birch Drive once marked the start of a new beginning for countless boys who came to Boys Town seeking hope and a future. From Omaha to New York and beyond, many took their first steps toward healing on this road. #BoysTownHistoryWeek

Local leaders, educators and behavioral health experts gathered at Boys Town South Florida's third annual Community Action Summit to tackle digital addiction and support youth mental health. Learn more: boystown.org/south-florida/n…

From sports legends to cultural icons, Boys Town has a long history of welcoming remarkable visitors. Their time with our youth helps create meaningful memories and reinforces an important message: they matter. Who would you nominate for a future visit? 👇 #BoysTownHistoryWeek

What better way to celebrate #BoysTownHistoryWeek than with a little Tuesday trivia? Comedian and Cash Cab host @RealBenBailey joined Boys Town youth aboard the Flex Bus at the Hall of History to put their knowledge to the test.

Emmanuel is an incredible example of our alumni who continue to give back and serve their communities. This is the power of a second chance. Thank you @KETV for sharing his story. ketv.com/article/omaha-firef…

We're answering our top 5 MOST ASKED questions during #BoysTownHistoryWeek! What other questions do you have about our history?

Step inside the Hall of History! Boys Town has been saving children and healing families since 1917. All week long, we're pulling back the curtain on the people, places, and moments that made Boys Town what it is today. Stay tuned; #BoysTownHistoryWeek starts now.

Tomorrow, we begin celebrating the rich history of Boys Town. All week long, we'll share inspiring stories from the past that continue to shape our mission today. Reshare this post so your friends can follow along, too! 🔁

While others looked away, Father Flanagan spoke out against the reformatories and juvenile facilities where children were mistreated and held like prisoners. He acted boldly in pursuit of the wellbeing of every child. During #YouthJusticeActionMonth, we continue to do the same.